In the News: Two Kids Arrested in Ball Field Attack
Plus: Politicians rally against the Battery Park City Authority's security shift; inside designer Ghislaine Viñas's loft/studio; FiDi film crews; "Money Monster" trailer; "Sphere" sculpture update.
Seen & Heard: More Best Market Demolition
Plus: Monsters on Lispenard; Good Stock launches office delivery; progress at the Flea's new theater; phone store closing; jazz contest winners in concert; street-photography exhibit. / 1 comment
Another New Hair Salon
Once a salon, always a salon—or at least that's how it appears to be around here. The details on who's opening in the former F.S. Charlie space on Church. / 1 comment
Become Fluent in Chinese
Chartered by the Board of Regents, China Institute is enrolling now for classes and workshops in Lower Manhattan! We have something for everyone—from Chinese language classes and calligraphy to art exhibitions and business programs. / Sponsored
A Steakhouse Is Opening in 3 World Trade Center
It's an import from London, and we can expect "'dictionary thick' cuts of carefully sourced beef." / 2 comments
In the News: Whole Foods in FiDi Lease Talks
Plus: The condition of the boys in the attack at the ball fields; New York Law School's financial situation; West Thames Bridge is moving to "the build phase"; tenants suing landlords over rent stabilization promised in exchange for tax abatement; no Evacuation Day honor. / 3 comments
Seen & Heard: Canali Club Says It’s Reopening
Plus: There is a system to the sidewalk markings; color test on Franklin Street; Louise Brooks film screening; update on the big rental building on Hudson; Carine Roitfeld's headquarters. / 2 comments
Nosy Neighbor: Why Do Brookfield Place’s Escalators Run That Way?
"Why are the directions are different from what you might expect? As you approach from the lower level, shouldn't the up escalators be on the right?" —A.
Commit to What’s Yours: An Exclusive Offer from Equinox
For January, Tribeca Citizen readers are invited to take part in Equinox’s exclusive promotion: Work out 12 times in your first 30 days of membership and you’ll earn back your initiation fee. / Sponsored
Seen & Heard: Another Peek at 70 Vestry
Plus: North End Grill's bistro pop-up; a photo project about breast cancer survivors; Warren Street conversion; a theory about why cops park on the sidewalk; Soho's neglected trompe l'oeil mural. / 1 comment
The Semi-Official Graffiti All Over Our Sidewalks
"The markings are utility markings made by contractors," said the NYC Department of Transportation. There's no indication anyone is monitoring for overuse. / 5 comments
Newsletter: Jan. 11
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