New Building Report Card: 290 West
Is the new building at the corner of West and Canal better than what preceded it? Does it resemble the rendering at all? Does it add to the neighborhood or detract from it? / 25 comments
Newsletter: Feb. 4
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Seen & Heard: Color Me Mine’s New Location
Plus: A crane extended all the way across W. Broadway; Cercle Rouge gets frisky for Valentine's Day; a classic pick-up-after-your-dog sign on Vestry; it's a good time to adopt a dog or cat. / 5 comments
In the News: Hope for Film-Shoot Relief?
Plus: Floyd Cardoz's next restaurant will be in Soho; Cuomo sets election for Sheldon Silver's former seat; security guard wages.
Instagram Tribeca (Vol. 20)
This is a departure from most of the previous Instagram Tribeca roundups in that these are all taken by yours truly. / 2 comments
Summer Programs at Reade Street Prep: Enroll Today!
Reade Street Prep is excited to offer three weekly summer programs. We teach developing minds the academic and social skills they need today to become leaders tomorrow. / Sponsored
In the News: Venti-Sized Crime Wave
Plus: An interview with Tribeca Grill's wine director; Bowling Green co-naming proposal returns; Carson Street Clothiers moved south and changed its name; supermarket with wide beer selection. / 2 comments
Where to Order Chinese Food in Tribeca
"Could we have a poll of where everyone orders Chinese delivery/take-out in the 'hood?" asked HH. Here were the responses. / 25 comments
The Tribeca Family Festival Is Going to Be an Entire Week
Also on Community Board 1’s February agendas: An alteration to M1-5's liquor license; so very many street-activity permits; Hubert Street mansion; construction updates; Pier 26 restaurant; much more. / 3 comments
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Seen & Heard: Jewelry Website Opens Retail Space
Plus: Slice joint becomes half burger joint; activity at a Broadway storefront; hotel conversion demolition update; Joan Osborne at City Winery.
New Kid on the Block: Kiki de Montparnasse
At Kiki de Montparnasse's new shop on Franklin Street, surprise is an important element of the experience: You'll giggle, you'll gasp, you'll blush—and you might just leave with a new notion or two.
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It’s amazing how they want this neighborhood to thrive but yet a restaurant/private club…whatever you want to call it …has... — Francesco / Catching Up With New Kids: Maxwell Social Club
We love when our neighbors freak out over pretty affordable $9 user fees. — malcolm / In the News: More on congestion pricing x air quality
It's giving Democrat Derangement Syndrome — B / In the News: More on congestion pricing x air quality
Beware of Thisbowl. Tons of allegations of food poisoning at their other location. If you search on reddit you'll see... — heather / Seen & Heard: THISBOWL opens Monday
every moment burned into my mind's eye — Madeline Lanciani / Events for 9/11 on the 25th anniversary
Fewer vehicles = better air. I’ve been thrilled at the greater calm, too! NYC keep on finding solutions:) — Elaine Smollin / Congestion Pricing had no effect on air quality
Looks like a much needed improvement! Cleaner, which we all desire:) More residents will see the wonderful views for generations.... — Elaine Smollin / Construction is underway at 65 Franklin