Newsletter: May 9
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Field Trip: The High Bridge
Like porch swings and celebrity nudes, pedestrian bridges are irresistible—especially ones that have been off limits for 40 years. / 4 comments
In the News: History of a Reade Street Building
Plus: "Leadership rumble" inside Community Board 1; new Cortlandt Alley condo rendering; the Tribeca loft of artist Grimanesa Amorós; Gyllenhaal/Swinton film shoot.
Seen & Heard: New Chinese Restaurant in Battery Park City
Plus: Best Market's sidewalk signs; Lloyd Cole in concert; Battery Dance at the Schimmel Center; Danish design exhibit. / 6 comments
Where in Tribeca…?
Know where this was shot? Prove it. / 1 comment
Nosy Neighbor: Why Does 3 World Trade Center Have Tailpipes?
"The photo tour of 3 World Trade Center that Curbed ran last week included a photo of what look like tailpipes, but it didn't say what they are. Can you find out?" —A.
You’re Invited: Seaport District NYC Celebrates the Downtown Design Festival
Join Seaport District NYC to celebrate the Downtown Design Festival (May 5-17) at the official opening night. Free to the public, the event will feature music and live entertainment, as well as food and spirits available for purchase. / Sponsored
Seen & Heard: Suspicious Man Spotted in Local Parks
Plus: Helicopters for America's Cup; plywood up at a Broadway storefront; flood-protection efforts on Warren; Junie B. on stage. / 4 comments
In the News: Forever 21 Confirmed for World Trade Center Mall
Along with Smythson and Kit and Ace. Plus: Morton Street School zoning approved; advertising on a WTC wall; City Council debates the FiDi arcade plan; Canvas reopened in Soho; Pier 40 air rights; furniture designers.
Pakistan Tea House Is Open
"Limited menu, they're still ramping up," reports a longtime fan of the restaurant. "The chicken makhani was fantastic. Vegetables were good."
New Kid on the Block: The Dogpound
"We're renaming this neighborhood Smash City USA!" say the enthusiastic founders of the Dogpound, the new gym at Canal and Renwick. As befits a crew with fashionable and famous friends, the gym is both stylish and very black. Plus: There will be a juice bar. / 6 comments
19 Park Place, Full & Half Floor Residences on Downtown’s Most Coveted Block
Ismael Leyva has created a contemporary architectural statement of light and air. 19 Park Place is a meticulously crafted sculpture of glass, steel, and concrete that reflects the next chapter of one of New York’s most storied neighborhoods. / Sponsored
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History of Tribeca Buildings
Based on recent openings in the neighborhood, it seems the fad has moved from cookies to savory carbs like bagels... — N / Chip City has closed permanently
The Reade St commercial parking is probably an artifact of over 20 years ago when there was plenty of commercial... — N / In the News: Hunting down parking placard abuses
SW -- I have written extensively about "micromobility" harms. I have called for reforms that could help "powered" bikes and... — Komanoff / In the News: Hunting down parking placard abuses
Looking forward to them opening, but still laughing at the idea that they are going to put seats in that... — N / Update: Carnegie Diner at 200 Chambers
I don't know what the legal speed on Chambers is, But the cameras do not trigger unless one is going... — Sandy / In the News: Hunting down parking placard abuses
Komanoff: “Driving and drivers are by far and away the bigger threat” when compared to bikes and e-bikes? I’m aware... — SW / In the News: Hunting down parking placard abuses
Thanks for article...such a ugly site walking out the front door...and wondering when it will end!!! — Vivian / Nosy Neighbor: What’s going on in the construction yard on Harrison?