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New exhibit at the Whitney offers a comprehensive look at Edward Hopper’s life and work in NYC

Aug 31, 2022 |

Edward Hopper’s “Nighthawks” (1942); Public Domain A new exhibition that explores the work of artist Edward Hopper and his relationship with New York City will open at the Whitney Museum this fall. Hopper, who called Greenwich Village home from 1913 until his death in 1967, uniquely captured an evolving city at a time of historic development and population growth. […more]

Early 2022 Was The Culprit

Aug 31, 2022 |

Yesterday’s Case-Shiller Index for San Diego was 425.26, which is 11% higher than it was in January. But check how the trend increased between January and now. Prices rose as fast as ever in early 2021 (yellow above).  If they would have mellowed out along my red line, then we would have experienced slightly-increasing prices […more]

Your guide to the Financial District, NYC’s oldest new downtown neighborhood

Aug 31, 2022 |

Photo © 6sqft Located at the southernmost part of lower Manhattan–and at the center of the global financial universe–New York City’s Financial District in many ways represents New York City to the world. Encompassing the area south of City Hall Park, with the corner of Wall and Broad Streets as its center, this bustling grid […more]

Talk of The Town: September 2022

Aug 31, 2022 |

BACK TO SCHOOL AT ANY AGE Gandhi’s wise words are a reminder that learning is a lifelong process that never ends. So with that as our inspiration, let’s talk about all the different ways and places you can explore new subjects, learn a new hobby or discover new worlds. STUDY ABROAD! For students fortunate enough […more]

5 Things to Know About the Modern Real Estate Recession

Aug 31, 2022 |

Don’t get spooked by talk of a 2022 real estate market recession. Today’s market looks nothing like 2008 – and neither will its recession. Whether you find yourself worried or hopeful about the future of U.S. real estate, there are a few key things to know about today’s state of the market.

NYC is looking for volunteer artists to paint its garbage trucks

Aug 31, 2022 |

Image courtesy of James O’Connor/DSNY on Flickr New York City’s Department of Sanitation (DSNY) is looking for volunteer artists to paint murals on their garbage collection vehicles as part of “Trucks of Art,” the department’s new zero-waste challenge. Artwork that encourages New Yorkers to use litter baskets or that honors DSNY workers will have a higher chance of […more]

Family-Owned Bay Ridge Diner Famous for Its Homemade Ice Cream Closes After 125 Years

Aug 31, 2022 |

Anopoli, the family-owned Bay Ridge diner known for its homemade ice cream, has closed after more than a century on 3rd Avenue. Owners of the eatery posted the announcement outside of their business over the weekend. “After 26 years, we decided it is time to close our doors,” their message read. “We… Read More > […more]

Asking Rents in San Francisco Hold, Demand for Studios Up

Aug 31, 2022 |

Having jumped to $3,750 at the end of July, which was 11 percent higher than at the same time last year and 23 percent ($700) above last year’s nadir for rents, the weighted average asking rent for an apartment in San Francisco effectively held in August and remains 9 percent ($350) lower than prior to […more]

Beck asks $2.95 million for musician-friendly home in Los Feliz

Aug 31, 2022 |

Musician Beck is asking $2.95 million for his Los Feliz home complete with soundproof living spaces and a garage that’s been converted into a music studio.

Daily Links: Demo of Contaminated Art Moderne Factory at Greenpoint Waterfront About Half Done

Aug 31, 2022 |

In the News As NYC Trash Problem Mounts, Garbage Will Be Picked Up on Labor Day [NYT] It’s Not Just You — Blank Street Coffee Is Suddenly Inescapable [NYT] Sarah Steele, of ‘The Good Fight,’ on Finding Love in Brooklyn [NYT] Human Chain Prayer Service in ‘Burg Bolsters Solidarity With Ukraine [Eagle] Displaced By Fire,… […more]