Great to see a beloved local business doubling down here. Goes without saying that this is a fantastic addition to the neighborhood. — person on Estancia 460 will expand next door with a more casual bar

Yes to that, especially more trees! Tribeca seems to be sadly lacking in trees. I wonder if one reason is that many buildings have sidewalk vaults which extend completely from the building to the street, so there's no way to plant trees there (except in large tree planter pots, where the soil is completely above-ground). The Village has lots of trees in contrast. Well, of course, I had to look this up, so indeed that is the reason. "...many industrial sections of the city have fewer trees for a simple reason: the sidewalks are hollow. He cited Soho, Noho and Tribeca as examples." https://gothamist.com/news/which-nyc-neighborhoods-have-the-most-and-fewest-number-of-street-trees — Marcus on The Anatomy of a Block: Chambers between Broadway and Church

Protected bike lanes and thoughtful street/landscaping (i.e., trees, planter boxes, etc.) would do wonders to transform the pedestrian and retail experience along that stretch. — Reader on Reade on The Anatomy of a Block: Chambers between Broadway and Church

Thats great news! Love spots like this coming to the neighborhood. — J on Della’s wine bar coming soon

As a close-by neighbor, I was particularly disappointed to see Hank's close. Best.Hotdogs.Ever! — Makes You Go Hmmmm.... on The Anatomy of a Block: Chambers between Broadway and Church

Does anyone have any information on the status of Highcourt, the proposed club on Broadway between White and Walker Streets? It would be a fantastic addition to the community. — Larry on A new social club is coming to Broadway

Support your local businesses!!! It feels like there there should be a day dedicated to shopping local so by winter theres not tumbleweed in the streets. — rpz on The Anatomy of a Block: Chambers between Broadway and Church

I have lived directly across the street from Forgione for a decade and have always considered it a joy to have such a lovely and conscientious operation for a neighbor. It is a pleasure in the evenings to see life and such a beautiful front of house, and even better on the nights we we were able to pop across the street and have dinner or a drink in such a warm, buzzy atmosphere. We rooted for them every day of the pandemic and wish them every success in their new home. This is a loss for Reade Street, but a relief to know they’re not going far. Hopefully their new neighbors will learn to appreciate what will no doubt be a boon for their block. — Reade Neighbor on Marc Forgione will leave Reade and move to Hudson

Thanks you Marc, for your continued commitment to our neighborhood. Your restaurant has been our go-to for the last 11 years. Every meal was exciting, and memorable...and while we will miss the casual Paris vibe on Reade, our bet is it be equally cool on Hudson. And to the misinformed, complaining about potential for noise and rowdy behavioral fears (have you ever even been to his restaurant, or even walked past it at any hour of the night? It's always feels like why we call Tribeca home!), grow up, or please move to NJ. — MPM on Marc Forgione will leave Reade and move to Hudson

Responsible restaurant owners make the neighborhood a vibrant place to live. Specifically Mr. Forgone has been, not just respectful to his neighbors, but truely an asset to Tribeca. Wish him the all our best wishes at his new location. — K & S Capsouto on Marc Forgione will leave Reade and move to Hudson

Just to add to all the above comments. I live on Hudson Street, next door to Bubby's. It's fantastic to walk out in the morning and see the long lines of people waiting to dine there and to hear them at night enjoying the themselves. This is New York City. I moved here 14 years ago to enjoy the energy and vibrancy of one of the greatest 24 hour cities on the planet. Delighted Marc F and his restaurant will be joining us on Hudson (and even more so that they are staying in the area). I agree with Patrick V above that we will all need to start paying more attention to when these hearings are and making sure we all attend to speak up in favor of restaurants, bars and a vibrant and active community. This is not suburbia, it's Manhattan. — Will on Marc Forgione will leave Reade and move to Hudson

It's heartening to read this suite of pro-Forgione, pro-vibrancy, pro-commerce comments. Bravo to our editor Pam for once again setting the tone. — Komanoff on Marc Forgione will leave Reade and move to Hudson

I agree. — j. on Fundraiser launched for Pier 26 science playground

^^^what he said^^^ — Makes You Go Hmmmm.... on Fundraiser launched for Pier 26 science playground

Ignoring silly comments about Scandinavian hot tubs in Tribeca, I agree with both Brandon and Ben. We have lived here for many (many) years and our kid along, with our friend's kids, all played in our parks and playgrounds...and on our loading docks, as they were growing up. We applaud and endorse what has been done for the children of our community when it comes to building safe, creative, and fun play spaces, but there has to be a balance. Everyone living down here doesn't have young children and although that demographic appears to be the most prevalent and most vocal, providing some thoughtfully designed space for simple relaxation or congregating (for all ages) that doesn't include swings, slides, water spouts and giant sturgeons should seriously be considered. — paul on Fundraiser launched for Pier 26 science playground

I'm thinking a hot tub for adults only. Nice to sit in during winter months and watch the sunset at 4:30. Maybe a sauna too? Viva Scandinavia! — Robert Ripps on Fundraiser launched for Pier 26 science playground

Ken and Lisa were my Animation teachers at Boston College. Two of the most inspiring people I’ve ever met. They became my mentors. A few years after college I worked for an animation studio at 77 Hudson just around the corner from their loft. It was quite the serendipity. 40 years after taking their class I’m still doing animation. In fact I was lucky enough to work with Lisa on a few projects. And my wife used to buy a lot of Ken’s merchandise when she was a buyer at Kate’sPaperie. They are truly unique and wonderful people! — Brian O’Connell on Loft Peeping: The artists Ken Brown & Lisa Crafts

Tribeca was becoming suburbafied when I left it over 10 years ago. Judging by this article things have only gotten worse. It’s sad to see a good neighbor and celebrated chef being subjected to the petty whims of folks who are suburbanites at heart. Tribeca is already one of the cleanest, quietest and safest neighborhoods in the city. Anyone who thinks otherwise really has no business living in New York City — Marc on Marc Forgione will leave Reade and move to Hudson

I'm with Brandon! Time to pay attention to the 85+% of Tribeca that's not children. AND Yes, that % is a guess, but what they hey, how many playgrounds do we need?? Feel free to criticize but I lived here with 2 young children last century. They did just fine with what was here then: which wasn't that much in way of playgrounds. — Ben on Fundraiser launched for Pier 26 science playground

Ken Brown and Lisa Crafts are the "poster children" for TriBeCa ! — madeline c lanciani on Loft Peeping: The artists Ken Brown & Lisa Crafts

It's wonderful to have this financial support for the playground. It would be even better if enough money could be raised for the actual Estuarium. The Estuarium is intended to be the permanent home of the Hudson River Park River Project Wetlab, which has been connecting children and adults to the river for decades, conducting scientific research about our wondrous Hudson River and providing hands-on education and programming about the estuary and its myriad inhabitants for people of all ages. The Wetlab is currently and temporarily on Pier 40. It will have to move when Pier 40 is redone. The vision has long been for the permanent building to be returned to Pier 26, where The River Project was originally established in 1986. But the Hudson River Park Trust has not been able to raise sufficient money, though it has been trying for years. Anyone who has seen these astonishingly large and ancient Atlantic Sturgeon as they spawn upriver can only marvel at these animals and the river that welcomes them. The kids sturgeon park is a nice feature, reminding us of what amazing things this river holds, but completing that and the Estuarium will add so much to all who love and want to protect and restore the Hudson River. Let's also raise the money for that. — Richard J Corman on Fundraiser launched for Pier 26 science playground

Tribeca has been a restaurant destination spot in NYC forever. Marc has been a wonderful neighbor and all three of his restaurants amazing and very thoughtful establishments. When Marc first came to Tribeca he hosted a table at Taste of Tribeca even before his restaurant was open. Through the years he has been a part of every fundraiser for the schools. He and his staff worked tirelessly through the height of the pandemic to provide meals for frontline workers and ran fundraising efforts to help his staff. He is also Chef Ambassador for Chefs for Kids Cancer, City Harvest, and Feeding America. What more do you people want in a neighbor? Leave already!!!! — TribecaMom on Marc Forgione will leave Reade and move to Hudson

Ken is a Tribeca legend and a wonderful artist. I hope he does another studio sale one of these days. Follow him on Instagram @kenbrownpixpop on Face Book or check out his website: www.kenbrownpixpop.com . Thank you for showing his loft. — JS Miller on Loft Peeping: The artists Ken Brown & Lisa Crafts

Can't wait! Makes me so happy to see places coming back into Tribeca. — James S on Della’s wine bar coming soon

I agree, and I tried -- as did the Friends of Duane Park. https://tribecacitizen.com/2020/05/25/lets-close-duane-street-to-through-traffic-for-summer/ — Tribeca Citizen on Marc Forgione will leave Reade and move to Hudson