Where in Tribeca…?
Know where this was shot? Prove it. / 2 comments
New Kid on the Block: INColour
Color specialist Martin Kesselman has opened a new paint showroom/store on Lafayette. Color consultation is surprisingly intimate business, he says: "You're in people's homes, their bedrooms, their closets. I love that connection you make."
Seen & Heard: Rebuffed at Spring Place
Plus: Another store at the World Trade Center mall has closed; Bar Works has opened; sidewalk cafés are allowed on Chambers; Downtown Wine & Liquors is nearer the end. / 17 comments
In the News: Fraunces Tavern Was Closed by the Health Department
Plus: Opening forecasts for Blue Bottle's two Lower Manhattan cafés; actress Diane Kruger bought here; actress La La Anthony lives here; court victory for anti-porn zoning; beautifying the area around the New York Stock Exchange; Ritz-Carlton penthouse to be auctioned in Hong Kong.
Nosy Neighbor: Why Is the MTA Parking Buses on Church?
"Why does the MTA park—and double-park—out-of-service buses on Church Street (for a couple of blocks below Chambers) during the evening rush hour?" —E. / 2 comments
Music the Whole Family Will Love
Bright Horizons Radio on Pandora features today’s popular artists playing songs your kids will love. / Sponsored
Seen & Heard: Tetsu Finally Revealed
Plus: Another alfresco film series; mini-movies to sell real estate; vestigial sign for Temple Street; the Mudd Club Rummage Sale; writers discuss "Writing About Love." / 1 comment
Newsletter: June 8
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In the News: Canal Street Building Sent Back to Drawing Board
Plus: World Trade Center mall 20% unleased; the menu at Tetsu will have four burgers; thief masqueraded as construction worker; Battery Park City consultants get renewed. / 1 comment
Seen & Heard: The Redesign of 172 Duane
Plus: Bogardus Plaza revamp to start tomorrow; a glimpse of the subway elevator outside 30 Park Place; "Pink Flamingos" on the big screen; Ladybug Day at Washington Market Park; 9/11 Tribute Museum opens in its new location next week; exhibit at Steven Amedee. / 5 comments
Redeem Your 2-Week Pass to Crunch!
Crunch offers awesome classes, shiny machines, tons of weights, personal training, and no judgements. Try out the Tribeca gym with a free two-week pass. / Sponsored
Nosy Neighbor: Is That a Dan Flavin Artwork?
"Every time I walk down Worth Street, I wonder whether the yellow light installation in the window of 5 Worth is by Dan Flavin. Is there a way to find out?" —M. / 1 comment
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Robert Ripps book
History of Tribeca Buildings
This makes me miss Tribeca's original and best source of soft pretzels on Greenwich Street: Pennsylvania Pretzel Co! It's been... — Elizabeth / Seen & Heard: Playgarden now has immersive French
If anyone from Toby's reads this: love your new cafe but please bring the price of a tea down! $5... — Elizabeth / New Kid on the Block: Toby’s Estate Coffee Roasters
I've been twice now and I'm in love. Coffee is faultless. I had the eggs and labneh dish you pictured... — Bree / New Kid on the Block: Toby’s Estate Coffee Roasters
Amy G, i agree with you!! Where is Chris Marte? Why isn't this blasted on every news station? This Mayor... — downtown neighbor / The city will open the shelter next to Peck Slip School
The derogatory phrase used, probably inappropriately, to describe your sentiment is "pearl-clutching". Those who esteem the sort of "shock above... — mulciber / New tenant for Taylor’s building
While I agree there may be better places, it does seem the judge's order blocking the shelter in August 2025... — Amy G. / The city will open the shelter next to Peck Slip School
Wow, straight to the blatant racism. Well done. — Cd / The city will open the shelter next to Peck Slip School