The kiosk was first operated by Zucker's starting in June 2022, then Benvenuto starting in October 2023. / 11 comments
Plus a new mural on White and Broadway; a free event at PAC NYC's lobby stage; the train at Washington Market Park's playground is no more.
Plus a clean-up day tomorrow at Washington Market Park; Hal Bromm curates an auction that celebrates queer artists; a glimpse back in time at El Teddy's; Bogardus gets a hand from The Hort. / 1 comment
Plus The Moth StorySLAM in BPC; a collab between two notable restaurants; a Tribecan opera singer will host a comedy show at Laughing Man.
Three years in, the former traffic triangle has become a real community hub serving anyone and everyone. / 5 comments
The Friends has tons of events planned: a Spring Block Party, the Downtown Dog Show, tai chi, lunchtime jazz and more.
Zach Bommer comes from years of working with the city and state. Plus Robby Ameen at the Django; Tribeca Meet & Greet; holiday sing at Bogardus.
Tribeca Plate will be the latest in the longtime Tribeca cafe's series of neighborhood grab-and-gos, following Astor Plate and Flatiron Plate. / 5 comments
Plus Edith's is on hiatus; scholarship fundraiser gala for BMCC; Battery Park City walking tours to explain impending park construction.
Plus the Great Tribeca Scavenger Hunt is Oct. 15; parking meter rates are on the rise; a shred-a-thon in Fidi.
Plus Joey Tepedino at Hal Bromm; a fest for the West Side; Friedman's x Wei West set for Oct. 3 opening.
The little busts have been appearing low in the bushes behind the fence for at least a year. / 3 comments
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