Nike’s Temporary Tennis Court
The temporary tennis court at Canal and Varick is a Nike promotion to introduce its Nike Court clothing line—timed to the U.S. Open, but likely with nothing else to do with the tournament. / 1 comment
Seen & Heard: Camera Obscura on Chambers
Plus: Corner Gourmet's upgrade; Fulton Center logo; Zara on Broadway; World Trade Center Transportation Hub in profile; Maxwell's awning; Nicky's changes its name; 19 Park Place sales office; Ryan McGinniss art signage. / 3 comments
The Originals of Independence Plaza North
Susan Rosenberg Jones has been photographing the first tenants to move into Independence Plaza North—wonderful portraits of people in environments they've created over the decades, the images also capture what the city is losing as it changes. / 5 comments
Eat Up Downtown!
From established institutions to daring newcomers, the Lower Manhattan food scene is flourishing. Nab a great deal during Lower Manhattan Tuesdays—and on Sept. 30, the Downtown Alliance hosts the annual Dine Around Downtown, a tasting event open to everyone. / Sponsored
In the News: Sewage Overflow at Pier 25
Plus: The fight goes on for 67 Vestry residents; the Room bar in Soho has closed; Trinity Church's popular restrooms.
More on the McNally and Colicchio Restaurants at the Beekman Hotel
We no longer need to consider them rumors. Plus: Where each will be and who's designing the hotel.
Seen & Heard: Añejo Opens on Saturday
Plus: FreshDirect chaining carts to trees; Franklin Place getting windows; "Puerto Ricans in Paris"; Church Street storefront renovations; street art signage; Summer Streets zipline. / 1 comment
Might This Building Be Spared?
I went to northwest Tribeca seeking clarity on two big developments on one block. I left allowing myself to hope that a two-story brick building with historic character will be saved from the wrecking ball. / 8 comments
Newsletter: Aug. 18
First Look: Inside the Pier A Restaurants • First Impressions: Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar • Burro Borracho • Bikini Bar • Nobu • Khe-Yo • U.S. Open Tennis Court • J&R Express • Greenwich Street Rat Lot • More
Seen & Heard: A Reader’s Report on Denny’s
Plus: Strange white thing atop the AT&T Long Lines Building; Cary Building scaffolding; Pearl River Mart tea balcony and fart bombs; Albany Street Plaza; Franklin Place; Taymour Grahne exhibit; 2 Renwick; James Ellroy. / 5 comments
Pier A Harbor House: The Lay of the Land
Yesterday's photos of Pier A make more sense with these floor plans and descriptions of the restaurants and bars. / 1 comment
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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