Newsletter: Feb. 22
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Seen & Heard: Tribeca’s Third Chipotle Is Confirmed
Plus: A memorial for the crane accident; clarification on Da Mikele ownership; a rave review for the rent-a-puss experience at Little Lions; yet another reason to love Court Street Grocers.
A New Nine-Story Hotel
Northeast Tribeca is about to take off. One hopes, possibly against hope, that 88 Walker gets something nice. / 1 comment
Seen & Heard: A Peek Inside the Foundrae Boutique
Plus: When Tokyo Bay and Dona Bella Pizzeria will reopen; Peter Hujar's photographs of Lower Manhattan landmarks; Walt Whitman and Fowler and Wells; ceramic exhibit at R & Company; 1st Precinct Community Council meeting.
In the News: The Cat Café on Grand Street is Now Open
Plus: Estela spin-off reportedly opens next week; why tall ships don't visit New York City more often; Tracy Anderson's bookkeeper accused of theft; Manhattan Youth's exotic animal show.
Seen & Heard: Progress at the New Northwest Tribeca Hotel
Plus: A large roll of bills was lost; shipping store moving out; specialty donuts at Best Market; two exhibits opening at Taymour Grahne Gallery; recital at Soho Photo.
ELA & Math Test Prep: 3rd & 4th Grade
Reade Street Prep offers group tutoring for state standardized exams in Math and English Language Arts to grades 3 and 4. Our program’s goal is to provide both the academic assistance and test-taking techniques to alleviate anxiety and ensure optimal performance. / Sponsored
In the News: Tom Colicchio’s Restaurant Has a Name
It's based on two phrenologists who worked in the building. Plus: The FiDi tower with school at its base runs into headwinds at the Landmarks Preservation Commission; the first public meeting of the FiDi Neighborhood Association. / 2 comments
Seen & Heard: Preview of a New Gallery
Plus: Tokyo Bay has been closed for some work; SoulCycle benefit for Bogardus Plaza; nail salon moved across the street; is BMCC off limits?
Newsletter: Feb. 18
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The flat side southern part of the building was the result of a cost saving measure, as the building started... — Luis Vazquez (FiDi Fan Page) / Architect Frank Gehry and Downtown
Another small business gutted to make room for the ultra-rich. Rinse, lather, repeat. — Ned / The restoration of and new construction at 32 Walker
I’m not sure if anyone remembers Juanita’s on the Upper East Side, but they were famous for their very strong... — JTC / A report of tampered drinks at Casa Carmen
The full floors are about 3200 square feet. The penthouse is 3800 square feet on two floors plus 2300 square... — Tribeca Citizen / The restoration of and new construction at 32 Walker
It's clear that Frank Gehry's Tribeca skyscraper is impactful but doesn't appeal to everyone's taste. It took me a while... — Gary / Architect Frank Gehry and Downtown
Our investigation is complete, and the Neighborhood Watch concludes that the margaritas at Casa Carmen are perfect just the way... — Neighborhood Watch / A report of tampered drinks at Casa Carmen
Unless the new business owners are ex-military, probably not a great idea to take on the dealers . . .... — Reademan / A new pizza (sort of!) joint coming to the Saluggi’s space