A Tribeca Pioneer’s Tale
It was 45 years ago today that John Willenbecher moved into his W. Broadway loft. He writes about what life was like around here back then—when you could assume that anyone you saw out and about on a weekend had to also be an artist. / 21 comments
In the News: World Trade Center Bus Congestion
Plus: Visiting David Gage String Instrument Repair; two new fashion boutiques in the South Street Seaport; Woolworth Building lobby tours.
Newsletter: Jan. 1
Local Lens: Clay Benskin • The Museum of Modern Street Art • Shady Sheldon Silver • My Own Little Metropolitan Diary • North Cove Marina • Bogardus Garden • The Harrison • Josephine • Four-Story Rooftop Restaurant/Bar • More
Seen & Heard: The Harrison’s Bar Has a New Home
Plus: Auction at Josephine; fireworks tonight for New Year's Eve; dispiriting news about the BMCC swimming pool. / 3 comments
In the News: Dogs vs. Rats at Bogardus Garden
Plus: Sheldon Silver's shady shenanigans; subway station robbery at knifepoint; Reade Chambers sales.
In the News: Sheldon Silver Reportedly Under Federal Investigation
Plus: Blue Planet Grill is closing next week; Juice Press father-son lawsuit; 3 World Trade Center restaurants. / 1 comment
My Own Little Metropolitan Diary
I keep a journal of odd/amusing interactions—akin to the New York Times’s “Metropolitan Diary,” but less fit for print. / 8 comments
Seen & Heard: Elected Officials Finally Speak Up About North Cove Marina
Plus: James Perse signage has been posted; fast-food franchise for sale. / 3 comments
In the News: Four-Story Rooftop Restaurant and Bar in the Works
Plus: More on the Roc crash driver; Bâtard tops year-end lists; Trinity Church files demolition permits; Port Authority to consider selling World Trade Center; more Meredith Monk. / 1 comment
Local Lens: Clay Benskin (Part 2)
More excellent work from photographer Clay Benskin, whose day job is as a superintendent in Tribeca. These are so good! / 6 comments
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History of Tribeca Buildings
I’ve taken my daughter to so many different types of classes, and DWMR is truly one of the best! The... — Shira O. / TCQ&A: Rachel Cantor & Ryan Swearingen
So encouraging to see a small business thriving in Tribeca and one that teaches the arts to the younger ones... — Patricia Di Niro / TCQ&A: Rachel Cantor & Ryan Swearingen
DWMR is truly a Tribeca gem! It was fun to learn about how Rachel and Ryan launched the studio (and... — Sue Kelly / TCQ&A: Rachel Cantor & Ryan Swearingen
"... the whole District WON because David Siffert won!" that remains to be seen. — Mas Clayton / David Siffert has won the Democratic primary race for Assembly District 66
Congratulations to Rachel and Ryan on your incredible dance studio in Tribeca! Wishing you both continued success—so exciting to see... — DAVID PECK / TCQ&A: Rachel Cantor & Ryan Swearingen
I love this! What makes Tribeca so wonderful. People and businesses like this who make this home. How great to... — Marc St.Camille / TCQ&A: Rachel Cantor & Ryan Swearingen
Kudos to Rachel and Ryan for creating and nurturing this successful small business. DWMR is loved by countless young ballerinas... — Cindi Kaminski / TCQ&A: Rachel Cantor & Ryan Swearingen