by Grace A. Capobianco | Jun 13, 2017 | Culture, Education
This feature originally appeared in the Spring 2011 issue of Downtown magazine. Perhaps the great cities of the future are currently just a clearing on the tip of an island in a huge bay; that was what Verrazano glimpsed in 1524, and Henry Hudson confirmed in his...
by Alyssa Cook | Jun 8, 2017 | Dining, Downtown Living
Weddings are always in season. Every day there are brides and grooms constantly on the search for the perfect cake, delicious and beautiful, for their special day. Wedding cake tasting however can be so bittersweet. Sometimes its overwhelming because of the numerous...
by Nikki Link | Mar 29, 2017 | Culture, Entertainment, Events
Capturing the whimsy and raw creativity that draw so many to New York is no easy task. Italian contemporary artist Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi presents her playful interpretation of the Big Apple’s persona today at The Black Sheep art gallery in the San...
by Downtown Magazine | May 24, 2016 | News
William “Bill” Bernstein 1951-2016 The Downtown Alliance is deeply saddened today by the passing of our Chief Operating and Chief Financial Officer, Bill Bernstein, a former city official who played a significant role in shaping our vision and work for nearly two...
by Downtown Magazine | Mar 3, 2016 | Downtown Living, Family
Gramercy Pediatrics is a state-of-the-art medical facility, housing the pediatric practice of Dr. Dyan Hes and her staff. Together, they provide medical care to children, teens and young adults from birth to college age. In addition to offering the full range of...