Instagram Tribeca (Vol. 25)
Not-half-bad photos of greater Tribeca by yours truly. And if you think you’re not an Instagram person, you might give it a try. It’s less yappy than other social media. / 2 comments
Where in Tribeca…?
Know where this was shot? Prove it. / 1 comment
Seen & Heard: A School on Beach Street
Plus: BMCC's swimming pool is finally going to reopen; ball field padding replaced; Franklin Street art; why DanceBody didn't open; city council candidate filed complaint against Chin; "La La Land" and Harry Potter outdoor film screenings; White Street renovation reveal; mysterious storefront; Barbara Kasten art show. / 6 comments
In the News: Health Risks for Children Exposed to 9/11 Dust
Plus: FDNY confirmed that the fire started in Pho King's ductwork; Tribeca radio personality arrested for fraud; Jay Street condo conversion after allegations of toxic mold; video of the city council candidates; Frenchette would seem to be delayed; St. John's Terminal project has been sold.
New Kid on the Block: Sweaty Betty
What sets the brand of fitness apparel apart is that it's designed by women—including founder Tamara Hill-Norton—for women. "We will never do men's," said the rep who showed me around.
A Furniture Showroom Is Opening on Hudson
All of Thomas Hayes Studio's pieces are "handmade in Hollywood."
Seen & Heard: Harry & Ida’s Luncheonette Opens Today
Plus: Israeli fashion pop-up on Greenwich; no reopening date yet for Bar Cyrk; "Sphere" sculpture finally unveiled at Liberty Park; dance studio for adults opened in Tribeca; matching donations for "Tribute in Light"; what looks like an Adidas store on Sixth Avenue; exhibit of fashion illustration.
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In the News: Tenant in Burned Building Complained of Dirty Ductwork
Plus: Councilmember Margaret Chin wants to be able to tinker with zoning; developer gets construction loan for lot it just cleared; St. Nicholas church secured a lease with the Port Authority; noodle house to reopen on Bowery. / 1 comment
Valentine No. 61
In praise of the atria/skylights in the rear of so many Tribeca buildings—usually on the ground floor, and often extending down to the basement, or possibly lower. What really gets me excited is when someone tweaks the idea.... / 1 comment
You’re Invited: Saks Holiday Breakfast
Delight in a wonderful holiday breakfast celebration with special appearances by Snow White, Prince Charming, and her friend Dopey at our Fifth Avenue store. / Sponsored
Seen & Heard: 111 Church Has Not Been Condemned
But that doesn't mean it won't be torn down. Plus: Mulberry & Vine got renovated; mini golf tournament on Pier 25; NYPD continues to park illegally; Swiss Institute appears to have left; Church Street vape shop has opened; Quick Cryo clarification.
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History of Tribeca Buildings
Great example of “who cares!?!” — Matt / Staking out Taylor’s house on her big day
Hey intheknow I don’t think your comment is doing what you think it will accomplish. You’re obviously the landlord, and... — TribecaMom / Eulalie owners forced to sue their landlord
Bubby’s was terrible thirty years ago, I can’t imagine it got better with time. — R. / Seen & Heard: The BBC, the mayor and Bubby’s
Presumably the new owners bought the building subject to the existing lease and had an opportunity to review it before... — SW / Eulalie owners forced to sue their landlord
so sorry , Chip and Tina. this all sounds too familiar good luck — madeline c lanciani / Eulalie owners forced to sue their landlord
New location for Joe and the Juice — Barry / Pret A Manger on Church has closed
At Op Sail 1976 we were deck hands 26 and 27 on a beautiful sloop made for 12 people. We... — Elaine Smollin / An update on the 4th of July