Seen & Heard: Is the Duane Reade Next?
Plus: Pop-up toy shop on Greenwich; jack-o'lantern contest; the Beekman tower gets a hornament; where to see JR's Ellis Island film; meeting about resiliency planning in Lower Manhattan; new eyewear shop on Howard.
Seen & Heard: Rosa Mexicano Is Opening Next Week
Plus: Projected opening date for Maman café; 443 Greenwich progress; Beach Street pizzeria construction; free kids' movies at brunch; Simon Business School; what's happening with J&R's former home at 1 Park Row? / 1 comment
Halloween Celebrations from the Fangtastic to the Spooktacular
There's fun for all ages: trick-or-treating, a parade, free pumpkins, musical performances, a jack-o'-lantern contest, "kooky karaoke," a boat cruise, and even a costume catwalk. Plus: How to donate extra candy. / Sponsored
In the News: Man Attacked at Tribeca Deli
Plus: Artists camping on Broadway; pricing and food at iPic Seaport cinema; DOH visit to Taste of the Seaport; Pier A public seating; new American Cuts; Marc Murphy opens in Tampa; "Laguna Beach" star moving here; new FiDi fitness roundup; thumbprint carpets.
Weekend Brunch & Live Jazz at the Roxy Hotel
A sumptuous buffet awaits you, including made-to-order Belgian waffles and omelets, fresh chopped and kale salads, decadent pastries, and endless cocktails. Plus: Complimentary children's film screenings starting at 11 a.m. / Sponsored
Inside the Staple Street Skybridge
If you've ever wondered what the inside of the skybridge looks like—and of course you have!—here's a photo. Plus, the price went up by $20 million. / 1 comment
Where in Tribeca…?
Know where this was shot? Prove it. / 5 comments
Seen & Heard: Two Pop-Up Shops
One for women's fashion, one for a toy brand called Shopkins. Plus: Chloe & Isabel shoot; Cheryl Hazan Gallery rebrands; Hanya Yanagihara's acclaimed novel "A Little Life"; help the homeless this holiday season. / 2 comments
Who’s Onboard at the Seaport District
As a follow-up to the recent post about World Trade Center retail, let's take a look at what's coming to the Seaport District, as the South Street Seaport has been rebranded. The movie theater alone is reason for excitement. / 5 comments
In the News: Update on the WTC Performing Arts Center
Plus: Profiles of Tribeca gallerist Hal Bromm and artist David Lyle; Physique 57 opening in FiDi; judge recuses self from clocktower lawsuit; poker pro and wealth manager get engaged; man pretends to be Tracy Morgan's son at Haus.
Seen & Heard: Ibiza Is Open
Plus: Racines NY's prix-fixe lunch menu; pink paper in the Josephine windows; ticker-tape parade alert now at red level; Sweet Lily closing for renovations; Harley-Davidson's use of a public plaza; "Taste of" event in the West Village.
Spotlight: Balloon Saloon
You wouldn't be wrong to assume that Sharon Hershkowitz has fun at the Balloon Saloon, the store she and her late husband opened at W. Broadway and Duane back in 1980. "Sometimes when I’m at the Armory or a ballroom installing balloons, I stop and think, 'I’m getting paid for this!'" / 4 comments
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Why does it take so long to open these restaurants? This family has plenty of money and took over the... — Tribeca Neighbor / Sneak Peek: Ludico Tribeca
The cobblestones were designed for 17ty century horse drawn carriages, not today’s semi trucks, so no wonder they need replacement.... — Living in Tribeca since ‘75 / New crosswalks around Fouquet’s hotel on Greenwich
They're absolutely historically appropriate and a massive upgrade from ADA/safety perspective. We're lucky that a number of our crosswalks are... — person / New crosswalks around Fouquet’s hotel on Greenwich
Many years ago, the top floor (at the time) was a daylight photography rental studio- great view, and of course,... — Robert Ripps / Seen & Heard: New restaurant for Battery Park City
Yes couldn’t agree more to wanting something local and fresh! I live in the hood and miss the old local... — Jen / Sneak Peek: Ludico Tribeca
I also don’t understand how the hotel gets to remove the bricks and change the aesthetics. — Kaye / New crosswalks around Fouquet’s hotel on Greenwich
I’m not a fan of these new crosswalks aesthetically. I find them inappropriate for the historic district. If the city... — Cd / New crosswalks around Fouquet’s hotel on Greenwich