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Letter from the Publisher

Letter from the Editor

Advisory Board

Contributors

Calendar On the Town Summer 2011

ENTOURAGE INSIGHT 20

History The Rise and Fall of New Amsterdam

Gayle Horwitz: Downtown Advocate

Dr. Warren Licht: Taking Care of Downtown

A Sea of Change in Transportation Expanded Ferry Service Brings Relief for Commuters and the Environment

Blueprint The Good (and Green) Life

CULTURE CODE 31

Page Turners Books for the Beach

Travel London, Southampton and Coney Island

Ladies’ Clubs Golf Isn’t Just for Guys!

Going Green While Getting Fit Get Your Body and the Environment in Shape

Radical Optimism A Short Talk with Colin Beavan

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Public Art Playground

Tourist for a Day

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Leonardo DiCaprio Hollywood’s Golden Boy Lives His Commitment to Green Causes

From Supermodel To Supermom TriBeCa’s Own Christy Turlington Turns Personal Adversity into Global Advocacy

Remarkable Tracey Stewart Mother of Two, Owner of Moomah...and Yes, Jon’s Wife, Too!

Downtown’s Megamothers Multi-Tasking and Multi-Talented

STYLE VAULT 53

Dive into Summer Fashion

Green With Envy Sustainable Fashion is Hitting the Scene

Stella McCartney plus Generation Love

Seaside Soak Up the Sun in Style

Splish Splash Tots Will Relish Their Summer Vacation

Indoor Garden Floral Home Decor

Edenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Edge

Say Ahh! at a Downtown Spa

Face Forward Enjoy the Summer without Fear of the Sun

Sustainable Beauty Give Your Skin a Natural Glow

Easy Breezy Chic Solutions to Beat the Heat

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From Upstate to Downtown Great Performances Catering Offers Natural Food from Their Upstate Farm

Red, White and Burger Stars and Stripes BBQing All Summer Long

Golden as the Sun Pineapple Three Ways

Farm Direct Guide to Greenmarkets in Lower Manhattan

DOWNTOWN Eats Outdoor Dining

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Rearview Mirror View From 200 Chambers Street

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I Found the Perfect Summer Downtown Summer. What comes to mind when you hear the word? For me it’s freedom, vacation, the smell of Coppertone, sandy beaches, volleyball and lazy evenings with family, friends, Old Bay-seasoned blue crabs and trying to see who can catch the most lightening bugs and guessing how long they will glow. Wake up! Let me try this again. Summer…deadlines, advertising, editorial, printing, distribution and payroll. Whose idea was it to have three months off in the summer as kids, only to be replaced by 12 months of pure work when you’re all grown up? Where was I when this was being put up for vote? For me, living on the Battery Park City esplanade is like being a kid again: bike riding, soccer, rollerblading, Frisbee and ice cream. And when I’m not at home on the West Side, I also have the benefit of working beside the water on the East Side. Looking out of my office window onto the bustling, high-energy crowd at the Seaport takes me back to my high school days, as everyone lunches outdoors, holding onto that hour break. In the evening, I return home, and then I’m off on my bike looking for a soccer or volleyball game.

The good news is that we at DOWNTOWN are using this issue to celebrate all the wonderful green businesses, community initiatives and the people behind them. All of them have played an integral role in making Downtown a beautiful and environmentally progressive oasis. It’s the kind of place that my Aunt Vicky loves to travel to from rural Delaware just to enjoy peaceful mo-

living on the esplanade is like being a kid again. ments with me on a bench beside the Hudson. Downtown is a unique community unto itself. If you don’t believe me, just ask the residents or better yet, come explore and experience the livelihood yourself! Summer is the perfect time see the amazing vibrancy it has to offer. ...I think I just saw my first lighting bug of the season!

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It is well recognized our Downtown Community is the forerunner in eco-friendly affairs. Dedicating this entire issue to Environmental Responsibility highlights the function all businesses and residents have to each other in this endeavor. This is not the culmination of a struggle but merely the beginning. Thank you to the Editorial Staff for their support of this noble Cause.

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SOAK UP the SUMMER SKIES A Hilton Head sky, a family term inspired by Hilton Head Island, South Carolina—my summer home away from home—is a picturesque clear blue sky. It denotes building sandcastles and digging for sand dollars, playing miniature golf and eating fried shrimp and hush puppies. Cloud free. Worry free. While, for the longest time in New York City, Hilton Head skies were few and far between, as summer hid behind the shadow of a belated and rainy spring, I finally got a taste of that lighthearted feeling in April. I spent a rather humid and rare sunny day in the company of Tracey Stewart, author and contributor Suzanne Corso and DOWNTOWN’s photo director, Lana De Doncker, as Lana shot Tracey for her Q&A on page 50. A little dancing inspired by Tracey’s daughter and Katy Perry’s “Firework,” girl talk and delicious Moomah eats made for a carefree day. The feeling of pure silliness filled my lungs like fresh air as I headed back to the office, leaving me with a hankering for more fun.

This summer, enjoy the company you keep and the milieu in which you spend your time. In fact, “going green”—much of what this issue focuses on—is not just about practicing good habits of recycling and conserving energy; it’s about valuing and thus experiencing your personal

environment. Create your own blithe moments. Wander the historic Downtown streets (much like Owen Wilson romanticizes the midnight streets of Paris in Woody Allen’s new summer film, Midnight in Paris). Ride your bike around town like our main man Leonardo DiCaprio. Take some “me time” at one of the reviewed Downtown spas on page 67. Dance around like no one is watching—maybe at a festival on Governors Island. Shop local markets and dine al fresco with the guidance of our DOWNTOWN Eats listing. Kick off your shoes and dig your toes in the sand. And no matter what, relish the long-awaited sunshine and Hilton Head skies.

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DOWNTOWN MEET THE

ADVISORY BOARD THE COMMUNITY LEADERS AND LEGENDS THAT HAVE HELPED BUILD THIS AREA…AND GUIDE OUR COVERAGE OF IT.

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Like many folks not acquainted with Downtown, the nooks and crannies below Canal Street were a bit of a blur to me 10 years ago, when I lived on the Upper West Side. That all changed on the night of September 12, 2001, when I headed down to Ground Zero to lend medical help in any way I could. I wasn’t prepared for what I saw. The devastation was more like something you’d see in a Godzilla movie than the real-life landscape of the financial capital of the world. Fast-forward 10 years. Today I live and work a few blocks from that hallowed ground. Now I see urban neighborhoods springing up with community ideals strikingly similar to the pioneering spirit that this country was founded on hundreds of years ago. Skyscrapers are reaching up to the clouds again and DOWNTOWN Magazine has been hatched at precisely the right time to call at-

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tention to and communicate this audible pulse in our amazing area, which is clearly growing louder each and every day. DOWNTOWN‘s purpose is to broadcast our area’s development, which is as robust as the people and businesses that call it home. Our advisory board is filled with hand-picked community figures that have demonstrated they not only have a zest for this area, they have helped make it flourish. These individuals will keep our magazine in the know and guide our editorial content so that DOWNTOWN stays fresh, focused and representative of all our interests. I openly thank each of these board members for their commitment to DOWNTOWN and its mission of representing our area’s revival. I look forward to working with all of them —Donald Roland, M.D.

JULIE MENIN

CHAIRPERSON OF COMMUNITY BOARD 1, SERVING LOWER MANHATTAN Ms. Menin has worked on numerous land use and zoning issues and has spearheaded a successful campaign to build two new schools in her district, including New York’s first “green” school. She also led the effort to move the 9/11 trial of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed from Lower Manhattan. Ms. Menin is also the founder and former president of Wall Street Rising, a not-for-profit organization with 30,000 members dedicated to the revitalization of Lower Manhattan in the wake of the devastating events of September 11, 2001.

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Dr. Don Roland, a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, is chairperson of the advisory board for DOWNTOWN Magazine. He is a resident of the Financial District and a local business owner, with a cosmetic surgery practice on Wall Street. He advises the magazine in the areas of health and beauty and has articles in DOWNTOWN both in print and online.

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CHAIRPERSON OF THE MYRIAD RESTAURANT GROUP Mr. Nieporent is the founder and driving force of one of the most successful and renowned restaurant groups in the world. His businesses have provided fine food, jobs and support for the Downtown community for nearly three decades and include the Tribeca Grill, Nobu New York City and Corton, among others. Most recently, Corton received two Michelin stars, three stars from The New York Times and was nominated as Best New Restaurant in America by the James Beard Foundation.

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PRINCIPAL AND FOUNDER OF ROSABIANCA & ASSOC., PLLC. Mr. Rosabianca serves on numerous condominium and co-op boards throughout New York City and is frequently asked to speak at fieldrelated conferences and academic settings on legal and other matters. He offers a great deal of his time to an array of local and national charities, including the American-Italian Cancer Foundation as well as The Boys’ Towns of Italy. He is also an active member of the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce and serves on their board of directors.

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The celebrity proprietor of Christo Fifth Avenue and stylist to the stars, Christo is the lead hair designer for New York Fashion Week, San Francisco Fashion Week, the Latin Grammy Awards, the Tribeca Film Festival and the Sundance Film Festival. His work has been highlighted in The New York Times and Glamour, among other respected publications. Christo’s philosophy is that “your hair is the number-one accessory in your wardrobe” and his Curlisto line of products turn dry, unmanageable hair into beautiful looks.

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PRESIDENT AND CEO, DOWNTOWN HOSPITAL

Duce specializes in constructing, building and renovating high-end homes and apartments in Manhattan, Westchester, Connecticut and New Jersey. Many of his projects have been cited in top architectural and other respected publications, including The New York Times, Architectural Digest, Classic Home, Metropolitan Home, House & Garden and many others. In addition, Mr. McCreesh is a respected member of New York’s Irish community. In 2011 he was honored by The Irish Echo for being one of the top 50 Irish businesses in New York City. He is an avid cyclist and is entering his tenth year as a Little League baseball coach.

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ALBERT M. LEFKOVITS, M.D., P.C. ASSOCIATE CLINICAL PROFESSOR OF DERMATOLOGY AT MOUNT SINAI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

Codirector of the Cosmetic Dermatology Post-Graduate Surgical Program at Mount Sinai Medical Center, Dr. Lefkovits is listed in Who’s Who in Medicine and Healthcare and Who’s Who in Science and Engineering. He is on the scientific advisory boards of the Skin Cancer Foundation and the Foundation for Global Skin Health Strategies. He is a past president of the Dermatology Society of Greater New York and is known for his groundbreaking work with and dedication to skin cancer detection and treatment.

Armed with 30 years of health-care accomplishment and the aid of a Lower Manhattan Development Corporation grant, Mr. Menkes helped establish a Wellness and Prevention Center at Downtown Hospital and obtained the first public MRI in Lower Manhattan. This achievement resulted in the hospital being designated a Stroke Center by New York State. Mr. Menkes is deeply committed to guiding Downtown Hospital in its effective delivery of primary health care for Lower Manhattan.

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Mr. Alexander has arrived Downtown after seven years as director of the Anglo-American School in Moscow and four as high-school principal and superintendent at Cairo American College in Egypt, an international school of 1,450 students representing 60 nationalities. With more than 30 years of education experience from pre-K through grade 12, both in the U.S. and internationally, he is uniquely qualified to be a significant leader in New York City education and guide the diverse Claremont Prep community. Mr. Alexander originally hails from Arkansas, where he graduated Henderson State University. He is married to a speech language pathologist and they have three children and four grandchildren.

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DOWNTOWN Contributors

■ MELISSA ANDREEV Melissa Andreev has been with La Maison du Chocolat for seven years. Two years ago, she moved to the Financial District as manager to open a new store and target a new demographic. She has built the business’s clientele and created connections with different businesses as president of the FiDi Association.

■ JULIANA GERMAK Juliana has been teaching ESL and Environmental Education in NYC public schools for five years. She teaches at PS/IS 276 in Battery Park City and loves to recycle, compost and educate people about reducing their environmental impact. She also travels the world to gain a global perspective on issues of sustainability and conservation.

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■ LINDSEY JONES A makeup artist, beauty editor and entrepreneur, Lindsey has worked with some of the leading names in the entertainment and fashion industries, including Vogue, Tahari, Oscar de la Renta, Tibi and MTV. You can see more of her work or contact her at her website at lindseyjonesmakeup.com.

■ TAMAR SAMIR A creative director and advanced certified Jivamukti Yoga teacher based in New York, Tamar teaches design at Parsons, The New School for Design, and is a cofounder of Nava NYC, a collective of nine yoga teachers dedicated to bringing inner peace to the workplace. Vist her website at tamarsamiryoga.com.

■ KAREN BERLINER Karen is a seasoned freelance journalist with a love for luxury food and travel writing. Her work has been featured in Simply The Best Magazine, Singular Magazine, Westchester Magazine, New Jersey Life, Edible East End, and at HauteLiving.com among others.

■ STACY SEILER Stacy’s artwork has been featured at cultural institutions such as The Fashion Institute of Technology and the Swiss Consulate General in New York. Her passion for writing emerged from documenting her time living and working in Italy, France and Switzerland. She is a professor of Art and Design at Parsons, where she earned her MFA.

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■ JEAN NAYAR Jean is a Battery Park City resident who’s authored nine decorating books, including the newly released The Happy Home Project (Filipacchi Publishing). The former editor of Kitchens & Baths, Easy Decorating, and Remodeling & Makeovers, she works with the TriBeCa real estate brokerage Bond New York. See Jean’s tips on living with style, sustainability and substance at TheHappyHomeWorkshop.com.

■ SUZANNE CORSO An author, screenwriter and producer, Suzanne is currently working on the sequel to her latest book, Brooklyn Story (Simon&Schuster). Suzanne loves living Downtown and the wonderful sight of sunshine creeping through the neighborhood’s unique architecture. For more information about Suzanne and her work, see suzannecorso.com.

■ BRYAN PEREIRA A U.K.-based travel photographer, Bryan has shot images in exotic locales from Masai to Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia to Egypt and beyond. He was awarded the 2008 International Landscape Photographer of the Year award, and in 2010 some of his travel images were licensed to National Geographic. He is a current finalist for Travel Photographer of the Year.

■ SAMUEL A. SOUTHWORTH Samuel was born and raised in Manhattan and attended The Episcopal and Buckley School when he was also a member of the famed Knickerbocker Greys cadets corps. Today he is a poet and songwriter as well as a military and espionage historian, completing his fifth book on the subject.

■ SETH W. PINSKY Seth is president of the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), the city’s primary vehicle for promoting economic growth in each of the five boroughs. NYCEDC’s mission is to stimulate growth through expansion and redevelopment programs that encourage investment, generate prosperity, and strengthen the city’s competitive position.

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FAMILY FRIDAY PIZZA AND MOVIE NIGHT 6 p.m.; Free Charlotte’s Place trinitywallstreet.org Family movie and pizza night (every Friday night) sponsored by Trinity Church.

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OSCAR WILDE’S SALOME 9 p.m.; $18 Flea Theatre theflea.org Blackmoon Theatre Company presents a revival of Oscar Wilde’s erotic and decadent 1891 play Salome.

THE DANCER FILMS 11 a.m.; Free World Financial Center artsworldfinancialcenter.com See The Dancer Films, a collection of very short films based on Jules Feiffer’s beloved cartoon character, the Modern Dancer. COOK OUT NYC 12 p.m.; $25-$55 and free for kids under 12 Governors Island, Historic Colonels’ Row cookoutnyc.com NYC’s most original country fair with grilled outdoor food, a burger cook-off, kimchi-eating contest plus cooking demos and other entertainment. Enjoy meats from local purveyors and custom beers from local breweries.

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AUSTRALIA’S STRANGE FRUIT Thursday at 6 p.m.; Friday 12 p.m. and 6 p.m.; Saturday 2 p.m., 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.; Free nyc-arts.org Australia’s Strange Fruit returns to the World Financial Center with the New York premiere of The Three Belles. NYC UNICYCLE FESTIVAL

CITY OF WATER DAY 10 a.m.; Free Governors Island cityofwaterday.org A day of entertainment, education and adventure celebrating our waterfront. FIELD DAY ON GOVERNORS ISLAND 11 a.m.; Free Governors Island rivertorivernyc.com Play a variety of new outdoor games. IRISH FAMILY DANCE 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Free Esplanade Plaza nycfamilyfun.blogspot.com A community dance lead by Emerald Fire Dance with new and old traditional Irish music played by Morningstar. MP3 EXPERIMENT 1 p.m.; Free Free Admission improveeverywhere.com Participants download an Mp3 file, head out to the same public location (TBA) and press play simultaneously.

BARDS, BALLADS AND BOUNDARIES: IRISH REGIONAL POETRY 2 p.m.; Free Irish Hunger Memorial bpcparks.org Join poet Jonathan Curley and art historian Dorothea Basile for a visit to the Irish Hunger Memorial.

Photograph of NYC Unicycle Festival courtesy of Amy Intilli. Photograph of Charlotte’s Place courtesy of Leah Reddy.

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HOSPITALITY 7 p.m.; Free South Street Seaport Marketplace southstreetseaport.com Singer guitarist Amber Papini is performing her jazzy songs

STEAL THE SHOW AND RINGER 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Free mysteriousbookshop.com Readings by Thomas Kaufman and Brian Wiprud.

4 p.m.; $5 Skyscraper Museum skyscraper.org In anticipation of the release of Sony Picture’s The Smurfs, the Skyscraper Museum is holding an event in which kids can build a Smurf-sized skyscraper village.

NYC VOLKSWAGEN TRAFFIC JAM 10 a.m.; Free Governors Island volkswagentrafficjam.org BROOKLYN BRIDGE SWIM Peruse a hundred colorful recessnewyork.com vintage Volkswagens and picnic Watch an outdoor bocce team challenge at picturesque Picnic Point on Governors featuring top creative organizations in Island. NYC. There will also be courts for public play on Colonels’ Row. STORIES FOR ALL AGES: MINGMEI YIP 11 a.m.; Free Wagner Park bpcparks.org Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with Battery Park Conservancy and Mingmei Yip as he tells favorite Chinese stories. NYC UNICYCLE FESTIVAL 12 p.m. Governors Island govisland.com CHILDREN’S STORYTIME The largest group of unicycle enthusiasts 11 a.m. gather for a day of one-wheeled races, Barnes & Noble TriBeCa games and shows. barnesandnoble.com Stop in for an hour of stories and activities.

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LET’S FLY A KITE 11 a.m.; Free Governors Island, Parade Ground governorsislandalliance.org Sponsored by Goldman Sachs Community Team Works, the Governors Island Alliance will provide free kites (first come, first serve) to fly.

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Photograph of Brooklyn Bridge Swim courtesy of Capri Djatiasmoro.

Skyscraper Museum skyscraper.org Explore the possibilities for greening NYC as kids model green buildings and plan a green city, giving them a handson understanding of sustainable design.

BROOKLYN BRIDGE SWIM 9:15 a.m.; Free to spectators nycswim.org Join a team and swim across the East River or watch from the surrounding area.

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$195 (General Admission) Governors Island dmbcaravan.com Dave Matthews Band headlines a threeday festival that includes Dispatch, The Roots, Moe and Robert Randolph and the Family Band.

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RECESS 112 p.m.; Free Governors Island

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TPIG ISLAND II 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Governors Island pigisland.com Michael Colameco of PBS Channel 13’s food show will be cohosting a day of eating: local pork, seasonal foods and craft beer will be on tap all day long. STAY TUNED! On September 19, the opening ceremony for the third-annual Climate Week NY˚C will take place at New York Academy of Sciences (7 World Trade Center). As the secretariat of the event, The Climate Group is thrilled to partner with the academy, which has often promoted scientific innovation and advantages of clean technologies.

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the Rise and Fall of New AmsterdAm I n the early 1600s, with the opening up of the New World, the international chess game for goods and settlements got underway with a fervor that galvanized both Europe and the Americas. The Spanish were establishing themselves in South and Central America, the French had a small settlement in Quebec, the English were in Virginia and Massachusetts and the Dutch had carved out a vast empire of mostly trackless forest extending from Delaware to Connecticut and up the Hudson (then called the Noort Rivier, or North River)â&#x20AC;&#x201D;with the crown jewel being the settlement at New Amsterdam. From the modest beginnings in 1625, when less than 300 souls resided at the far southern tip of Manhattan island, the newly formed West India Company launched a search for valuable beaver pelts by trading with the

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Native Americans. The fairly civil relations with the local inhabitants didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take long to sour, however, and lack of understanding on both sides produced a series of military actions and massacres that set the template for the conquest of the continent.

GettInG Settled The first Dutch explorers looked at Manhattan harbor very carefully and determined that the southern tip could be best fortified while still providing an ice-free and deep harbor. The earliest maps and plans show a diminutive but growing little village, dominated by a large star-shaped fort on the site of the current Custom House and about ten streets crisscrossing around the fort. They were protected to landward by the famous wall, which

entourage InSIght n Downtown RewinD Opposite page: The Fall Of New Amsterdam by Jean Leon Gerome Ferris. This page: Redraft of the Castello Plan of New Amsterdam in 1660, drawn in 1916. Collection of The New-York Historical Society; Humphrey Bogart. Museum of the City of New York.

was a palisade of logs that ran across the island along the line of our current Wall Street. There is evidence that a windmill and sawmill were early arrivals. This made good sense for anyone who has stood in the powerful gusts that come off the Hudson, and the fact that a great deal of wood was needed to be processed to construct not only houses and fortifications, but also to build new ships and repair the vessels arriving in the harbor from Europe. The initial slaves to shore were eleven black men who came with the first waves of settlers, establishing a precedent that would not be sorted out until two hundred and forty years later. There was also a curious mix of settlers, not just Dutch, but some English, Belgian, French and others, leading to a reputation for pluralism that came to be an essential American motif. William Kieft was the man chosen to be Director of New Amsterdam, and he was in office from 1638 to 1647. Unfortunately, he lacked

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organizational skills as well as an understanding of the Native Americans. He launched a series of attacks on Indian villages that served to unite and inflame the formerly peaceful population. Because war is bad for commerce, and partly as a result of his ham-fisted rule, Kieft was replaced by Peter Stuyvesant, a one-legged military man who proved to have the right touch to get the new colony back on its feet and in the black. But when a large English fleet sailed into the harbor in 1664, Stuyvesant found himself alone in wanting to fight it out to the last Dutchman. He was overruled, and New Amsterdam fell to the English. Although it was captured back a few years later, the “Golden Age” of the Netherlands had come and gone and the Dutch would never again be a force in North America.

Since they built mostly with wood, and considering the devastating fires of 1776 and 1835 (among others), we have no remains of New Amsterdam today beyond the Dutch Revival architecture along South Sullivan Street. But we have no lack of Dutch influence on New York and America, both in their words and the people bequeathed to us. The nautical terms “bow,” “stern” and “avast” are all of Dutch origin, as is the term boss (from “baas”) and cookie (from “koekje”). The expression “Yankee” is said to have come from the name Jan Kees, but linguists have cast doubt on this explanation. The term Knickerbocker was originally a surname meaning “toy marble maker,” and is now the name for any old New Yorker. Among the many illustrious Dutch who settled in New Amsterdam we can include the ancestors of prototypical tough guy film actor, Humphrey Bogart, as well as the illustrious Roosevelt family. A man named Claes Maartenszen Rosenvelt arrived from Holland in the 1640s, and in 1649 bought a farm that encompassed what is today the area between 29th and 35th Streets, and from a bit west of Fifth Avenue east to Lexington. His son, Nicholas Roosevelt, changed his named and his two sons established the two major branches of the family. Between both we have gotten two presidents, a general who won the Medal of Honor on D-Day and a legendary CIA officer who helped to overthrow Iran in the 1950s—not bad, for immigrants.

—Samuel a. Southworth

Southworth is a military and espionage historian now completing his fifth book.

The earliest maps and plans show a diminutive but growing little village. Humphrey Bogart

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Gayle Horwitz: DOWNTOWN ADVOCATE

TriBattery Pops photographs courtesy of BPCA. Portrait of Horwitz photographed by Brandon Ruckdashel.

ne year ago, Gayle Horwitz became chief operating officer of the Battery Park City Authority (BPCA). This past fall, she was appointed president and CEO of BPCA. From 2002 to 2007, she was first deputy comptroller to New York City Comptroller William C. Thompson, Jr. Originally from, Elmira, in upstate New York, Horwitz attended Mount Holyoke College, where she opted for a double major in history and politics. It was during a summer internship in DC that she discovered her passion for government. She later received a master’s degree in public health from NYU. You can catch Horwitz around the neighborhood, attending opening-day ball games and playing miniature golf with her family.

You’ve been described as a “tough and tireless advocate for New Yorkers.” Describe yourself. Tough and tireless is accurate. Also persistent and committed.

What’s your biggest challenge on the job? The BPCA is at an interesting time. We are at a crossroads. Forty years ago, a master plan was created and it’s almost done. Now we are closing one chapter and opening another, changing from a real estate developer to a real estate owner and manager. It’s exciting.

You’ve worked for the Board of Ed and as a cochair of the Education Committee at Riverdale Temple. What does education mean to you? Education is critical. My parents taught me that a good education opens doors—that’s important to pass on.

How do you unwind in the summertime? My hobbies include golf with my husband and sons. Also, I love to swim and cook, but I don’t have enough time. And I like watching old movies. We also plan a trip to Maine every summer.

Where is your favorite Downtown spot?

What alternate path might you have taken?

I went off to college thinking I was going to be a music major. Then, I went to DC for a summer [and interned on the Hill] and couldn’t image doing anything else.

What is your greatest achievement? I have to say my family. I have two sons and a husband, and they are great. Professionally, there are so many things. Helping people everyday—I truly love it.

“I’VE BEEN WORKING HERE FOR A WHILE... DOWNTOWN IS LIKE A SMALL TOWN.”

I have to say Battery Park City, right?! Especially the tip of the esplanade in Wagner Park.

What does Downtown mean to you? I’ve been working here for a while. Battery Park City is a community…Downtown is like a small town.

Mets or Yankees? We are a Mets household.

Best piece of advice you have been given? My dad always used to tell me, “Just be Gayle.” He also said, “The only way to eat an elephant is one bite at a time.” If you take things apart and take it a piece at a time, you can solve anything.

What is something people might not know about you? I swam competitively as a kid. I also used

Clockwise from top right: standing in Battery Park City; with William C. Thompson, Jr. (chairman of the board of Battery Park City Authority, and Mr. Met; speaking at the TriBattery Pops.

to play competitive backgammon. —ANDREA TULLMAN

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Dr. Warren Licht: TAKING CARE OF DOWNTOWN As senior vice president and chief medical officer, what is your biggest challenge?

What is the future of Downtown Hospital?

One of your interests is travel. Where is the most memorable place you have traveled?

In-patient services are growing. We will have two new operating rooms, two new wings with private rooms. We have the greatest ratio of beds to babies. Our 150 beds will be expanded to 180.

What is your greatest achievement?

Sixteen years ago, I came to the hospital as chief resident of internal medicine. I was the residency program director and responsible for the training of over 50 residents. I also helped start Bridges to Community, a not-for-profit development organization. We send one thousand volunteers go to Nicaragua on a yearly basis. Then I got involved in Cross-Cultural Thresholds, a nonprofit partnering in Kenya. Traveling and doing the not-for-profit work makes me a better doctor.

Running a New York City hospital is a challenging occupation. I have to read the file of every doctor who works here and I am also responsible for training them. I oversee all clinical activity and make sure we have the best in quality. Quality of care is really the essence of what I do.

What would you be doing if you hadn’t gone into medicine? I’ve always liked teaching, but my mother always wanted me to be a doctor. I adamantly refused.

I enjoy travel medicine. I’ve had all the tropical diseases. And personally, yes, I love to travel. I’ve been to every continent. I climbed Kilimanjaro a couple of years ago. That was pretty awesome...as was the tip of South America. I did a Himalaya hike in ’99. India was a favorite too.

“MY MOTHER ALWAYS WANTED ME TO BE A DOCTOR. I ADAMANTLY REFUSED.”

How do you unwind in the summertime? I am an avid cycler. I love riding my bike. I love cycling on the Westside Highway. As the weather gets warmer I’ll do the whole island. I’m also a big modern art person. I come from a long line of graphic artists.

Where is your favorite spot in Lower Manhattan. Or one you frequent in your free time? The outside patio at Battery Gardens and looking out to the water at the World Financial Center. I love the bar at Capital Grill and walking the Brooklyn Bridge. I loved going up to the top of the World Trade Center. I felt like I was in heaven.

What does Downtown mean to you? It’s a growing community and a great place to live, work and play. —ANDREA TULLMAN

Clockwise from top right: At Downtown Hospital Resident Graduation celebration at Battery Gardens; in action in the hospital; at approximately 12,000 feet in the Shadow of Mount Meru during an ascent to the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania.

Photographs courtesy of Dr. Licht.

arren Licht is an alum of Georgetown University School of Medicine, where he studied to be an internist. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. He also has a master’s degree in physiology, and prior to that, he studied engineering, graduating from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with a bachelor’s degree in biology. Dr. Licht has been with New York Downtown Hospital for more than 15 years. He is in his sixth year serving as senior vice president for medical affairs, chief medical officer and institutional director of graduate medical education. A world traveler and foodie at heart, Dr. Licht is passionate about preventive healthcare.

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While Hilton is known for its luxury accommodations, it is renowned for its environmentally friendly innovations.

BREAk ENvIRONMENTAL GROuND THE CuTTING EDGE HOSPITALITY CHAIN ROLLS OuT NEW PROGRAMS TO SuSTAIN ITS REPuTATION FOR SuSTAINABILITY Hilton’s iconic location on the Avenue of the Americas in Midtown.

ilton Worldwide, which has five different properties in Downtown Manhattan, along with plans to open the spectacular 463-unit Conrad, New York, in FiDi later this year, has a long history as a leader in ecologically and environmentally friendly innovations and recently unveiled more new plans to solidify that reputation. The hotel chain has disclosed and will roll out a new system that calculates and analyzes the environmental impact of their facilities. The system, called LightStay, was tested in 2009 and revealed that the 1,300 Hilton Worldwide properties utilizing the system conserved enough

energy to power 5,700 homes for a year, saved enough water to fill more than 650 Olympic-size pools and reduced carbon output equivalent to taking 34,865 cars off the road. Reductions in water and energy use also translated into dollars-saved for hotel owners, with estimated savings of more than $29 million in utility costs in 2009 alone. “Through our focus on sustainability, we look to mitigate our impact on the environment and in the communities in which we operate, create economic value for our owners and, ultimately, provide a better experience for our guests,” said Chief Executive Officer Christopher Nassetta. LightStay has helped Hilton Worldwide reduce its overall energy use by five percent, its carbon output by six percent, waste output by 10 percent and overall water use by 2.4 percent! In addition, the chain has announced an innovative new look in sustainability by implementing eco-friendly uniforms for its employees at several of its properties. The jackets and pants worn by team members are manufactured from approximately 25 recycled plastic bottles. According to the Envi-

ronmental Protection Agency (EPA), 66 percent less energy is required to manufacture materials made from recyclable plastic. The process reduces water usage by 90 percent and also helps eliminate harmful air emissions, therefore reducing the hotel’s carbon footprint. The uniforms look and feel like regular clothing. The fabric is machine washable and can be put in a household dryer. Male and female team members at the Hilton Inn at Penn are sporting fashionable business suits in rich earth tones of chestnut and dark shades of brown. Hilton’s other environmental innovations include an organic waste decomposition system, a water purification system and biodegradable access key cards. —mike Hammer

Hilton’s Eco-friendly uniforms are as green as they are attractive.

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The Good (AND GREEN) Life

ften celebrated as New York’s greenest The luxurious interiors of The Visionaire, by deneighborhood, Battery Park City has signer Tim Button of Stedila Design, and the chic earned this mantle partly for its many spaces by architect David Rockwell in Riverhouse beautiful parks, which appeal to just about everyare cases in point. Developers and marketing one. But the community’s green reputation is also groups like to emphasize that the energy efficienattributable to its many eco-friendly buildings. In cy of green buildings can reduce utility bills from fact, thanks to the Battery Park City Authority’s 15 to 70 percent or more. “Not only are you get(BPCA) Green Building Guidelines, which were ting the immediate added value (ie: less doctors established in the late 1990s and mandate that all visits) of living in a sustainable environment, you future construction in the area meet its sustainable also get the long-term value of reduced energy benchmarks, the community now contains more costs,” says Dan Tubb, sales director of Corcoran than 5 million square feet of green real estate, Sunshine, the marketing group for Riverhouse, giving it the highest concentration of sustainable which has earned LEED Gold status and is also housing in the city. home to actor and green deWhile it is often the parks, The community’s sign-enthusiast Leonardo Diriver and luxury amenities that Caprio. attract residents to Battery Park green reputation Indeed, a small yet signifiCity’s green buildings, the benis also attribut- cant percentage of residents efits of living in a sustainable enare attracted to green buildable to its many vironment get them hooked on ings specifically for their the eco-friendly lifestyle. “Livhealth benefits. David Bach, eco-friendly ing in a building that provides a resident of Riverhouse and buildings. twice-filtered air and filtered the author of Go Green, Live water and is diligent about reRich (Crown Business), expecycling automatically puts you in a context that rienced an improvement in his son’s and his own trickles out to the rest of the world,” says Judith health after moving into the eco-friendly building. Kadi, a resident of The Visionaire, which has “My son had asthma and I have allergies,” says earned the U.S. Green Building Council’s LeaderBach, who was originally drawn to Battery Park ship in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) City not for its green buildings but for its parks. Platinum rating. “But shortly after moving into the building I went Now that eco-friendly building materials are from taking three drugs for my allergies to taking more plentiful, architects and designers are deno drugs and my son’s asthma went away.” signing with appealing finishes and fittings, too. The Visionaire and Riverhouse are among the

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$4,205,530,000 Between 2009 and 2010, $4,205,530,000 was spent on green building.

$700 million 7 World Trade Center has been the biggest and most expensive project to date, costing $700 million for green components alone.

60 Green projects Currently, there are about 60 green projects in the works in Manhattan.

27 Downtown About 27 buildings have been converted to green in the Downtown area. —DUCE CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION

The Real Estate Board of New York recently announced new benchmarking legislation that is part of the Greener, Greater Buildings Plan passed by the New York City Council in 2009 and will require all buildings in New York to meet minimum standards for energy consumption. Beginning this August, building managers will have to track and verify their buildings’ water and energy consumption and expenses, and prove they are meeting the new standards. What does this mean for the value of green real estate in the future? According to Naomi Muramatsu, sales director of the TriBeCa office of the real estate firm Bond New York, even though people may

Riverhouse photographed by Lana De Doncker; “Green goes Glam” photographed by David Van Scott.

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most recently constructed green condominiums in the area. The first, called Solaire, was developed and built in 1998 by the progressive Albanese Group, which constructed it to meet not only the BPCA’s guidelines, but also the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED guidelines, which are generally recognized as the gold standard for green buildings in this country. With the bar set high, all of the eight other new residential condominiums and rental structures in the area, including The Visionaire, The Verdesian, Riverhouse, Tribeca Green, Millennium Tower, Liberty Luxe and Liberty Green, The Residences at The RitzCarlton and its neighboring hotel were also built to achieve LEED Gold or Platinum status. While Battery Park City may be leading the great green way, other areas of Downtown and the rest of the city will soon be following suit, at least as far as energy consumption is concerned.

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pay a modest premium for the green features, they’ll be reaping the rewards over the long haul. “If you pay 5 to 10 percent more to live in a new green development it makes sense because you won’t have to absorb the cost of retrofitting an old building,” she says. Yet another reason why going green is good. —JEAN NAyAR

Nayar is an author, design journalist and licensed real estate agent.

right: “Green goes Glam” 1940’s inspired lounge created with 80 percent sustainable, renewable or recycled materials.

Ways To Green

your abode

1. conduct a Home Energy Analysis. This will pinpoint where you can conserve natural resources and also save tons of money on energy and water bills. 2. Buy from Local Vendors. This is not only a great way to support your community, but it’s also effective at cutting gas and energy use on long shopping trips and lowers your carbon footprint. 3. Select Furniture and Floor wood with a Faster Renewable Rate. Bamboo and Mango are both elegant and environmentally friendly. 4. Repurpose. Refurbish old furniture or purchase antiques when possible. 5. Use Non-Volatile Organic compounds (VOc) Paints and Products. Be sure to select cabinets and furniture with no urea-formaldehyde. That new-house smell so many love is actually toxins being released into the home. Tips courtesy of certified Interior Designer Blanche Garcia, of B. garcia designs, is recognized by the U.S. Green Building Council as a LEED Accredited Professional. —LAUREN mATINA

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ew York City is famous for its extensive visitors to the water—New York City’s “sixth bornetwork of subways and buses. But there ough”—and to secure New York City’s standing is another mass transit option: travelas the premier waterfront city in the world. Variing by water, an alternative that is already used ous strategies for achieving these goals are within by more New Yorkers than we probably realize. the Waterfront Vision and Enhancement Strategy, In fact, the New York region has the most robust a citywide initiative launched by Mayor Michael NY Waterway ferry. ferry network in the nation, with more than 21 Bloomberg and City Council Speaker Christine million commuters and visitors per year riding the Quinn, to create a new sustainable blueprint for Staten Island Ferry and almost 10 million more New York City’s more than 500 miles of shoreline. ing—while, of course, helping to preserve natural people riding a nethabitats. work of ferry serThe planners are convices that connect fident that commuters Midtown, Lower and tourists not only will Manhattan and New use, but come to love this Jersey. And now, new East River service. even more choices ExpANDED FErrY SErViCE briNGS rELiEF FOr COMMuTErS AND THE In so doing, they will are on deck. have the opportunity to ENVirONMENT AND NEW OppOrTuNiTiES TO ExpLOrE THE CiTY Starting this sumexplore the city’s watermer, Lower and Midtown Manhattan residents By creating a reliable, affordable ferry option front and enjoy one of the most exciting cities in can travel to a number of dynamic and growing on the East River, residents and visitors will at last the world. —Seth W. PinSky neighborhoods in Queens and Brooklyn by ferry. have a “green” transportation alternative to travel Pinsky is president of the New York City The new service will arrive in Lower Manhattan around a number of areas that, for too long, have Economic Development Corporation. at Pier 11 and at Pier 31 in Midtown. It will also been without adequate mass transit access. The serve stops at Hunter’s Point South in Long Isferry provides transportation land City; India Street in Greenpoint; North Wilservices to popular summer That small-town feeling of vided by local retailers. Durliamsburg (between N. Fifth and N. Sixth streets); destinations like Brooklyn Downtown—cobblestone ing the holiday season we Schaeffer Landing at South Williamsburg; and Bridge Park, and offers anothstreets, attractions and all the gathered again for “Light the Fulton Ferry Landing in DUMBO. er commuting option, limiting friendly local residents and Night,” featuring live jazz and In addition, the service will stop at Governors car traffic to business districts workers—draws so many peo- refreshments that coincided Island during summer weekends and at Pier 6/ and relieving overcrowded ple to our community. And ev- with the New York Stock ExBrooklyn Bridge Park during seasonal Fridays. conditions on subways. And eryone knows that where the change Tree Lighting. During weekday peak hours, boats will arrive evnext year the boats will conpeople go, businesses follow. As a nonprofit association, ery 20 minutes, with a free bus service at the East vert to a more environmentally The Financial District (FiDi) we also donate all proceeds 34th Street stop that will make stops along the friendly, low-sulfur fuel. Association was formed by to The Downtown Alliance’s Midtown corridor. The service is to be operated This program will not only local businesses around the “Going Green” program, to under the NY Waterway brand, the largest private improve the lives of residents Wall Street area to heighten beautify Lower Manhattan ferry operator in the country. along the ferry routes, but the feeling of community in parklands. The ferries launched June 13 and will be free also spur economic activthis rapidly expanding and As our inaugural year proof charge for all customers through June 24. The ity and growth on both sides dynamic area. gresses, we continue to grow. service will cost $4 for a one-way ticket, $12 for of the East River by offering Our first event, “Luxury Visit fidinyc.org to stay in the an unlimited hop-on, hop-off day pass, and $140 new access to city businesses Night Out,” held last Septem- know. We look forward to for an unlimited monthly pass. Ferries will operand recreational destinations. ber, provided our community meeting you! ate every half hour, or every 20 minutes during The activity will complement —MeliSSa andreev an opportunity to celebrate, rush hour, year round, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on work being done to revitalize Andreev is president of the FiDi explore and discover our muweekdays, and 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on weekends. the city’s waterfront with new Association and manager at La tual interests and concerns, Improving ferry service is just one of many parks, industrial and commerMaison du Chocolate, Wall Street. with food, wine and gifts proways in which to reconnect New Yorkers and cial development and hous-

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PAGE TURNERS BOOKS FOR THE BEACH

The Murder of the Century by Paul Collins delves into a series of 19th-century killings in New York City that amplified the tabloid-driven competition between newspaper giants Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst and fueled the journalism world. A number one New York Times best-selling author, Ann Brashares revisits a sisterhood of four friends, now in their twenties, in Sisterhood Everlasting, the latest installment of the Traveling Pants series. In another collaboration from the man with the most New York Times best-selling titles, James Patterson, and New York author Michael Ledwidge, Now You See Her, a New York resident named Nina Bloom risks everything she’s created and returns to Florida to confront evil and reexamine the old life she fled. New York’s newest group of talented young writers investigates and analyzes the act of following in life, in their anthology of short stories, Following. In The Kid, Sapphire’s followup to her popular debut novel, Precious, Abdul Jones attempts to persevere through the constant adversity he encounters, heading from a Mississippi dirt farm, all the way to Harlem in its heyday. —ANDREA TULLMAN

Murder of the Century: The Gilded Age Crime That Scandalized a City & Sparked the Tabloid Wars, Crown ($26). crownpublishing.com. Sisterhood Everlasting, Random House ($25). randomhouse.com. Now You See Her, Little, Brown and Company ($28). hachettebookgroup.com. Following, Point No Point Books ($15). createspace.com/3576430. The Kid, Penguin Press HC ($26). us.penguingroup.com.

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hen it comes to pomp and circumstance, London will exceed all your expectations. A good way to start the day is with the changing of the guards and a tour of Buckingham Palace (arrive early on weekends). Later, hop on the “Tube” with a one-day travel card that allows unlimited off-peak travel at a low rate. Head over to Covent Garden for a pub lunch or a quick snack. Another option is to save your hunger for something truly unique and book a table for tea at the Ritz. (Reservations are best made 12 weeks in advance and the traditional afternoon tea costs around £39 per person; a dress code is in effect. Very British and very posh!) The UK is well known for providing a gastronom-

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ic adventure for all tastes…from fusion restaurants with their celebrity chefs to curry houses. Time Out London (available at major New York booksellers and online) can help you plan in advance. Art lovers have a plethora of choices. The National and Tate galleries have free admission and both house a wide variety of works, my favorite being the Turner collection. Other highlights include Van Gogh’s Sunflowers and Seurat’s Bathers. Fashionistas can glimpse into the past at the Victoria and Albert Museum, where accessories and articles dating from the 17th century until the present are displayed. And speaking of fashion, London remains one of the best shopping meccas in the world. Oxford Street, Piccadilly and Regent Street (all crown property) house the majority of European brands. For a touch of luxury, head to Bond Street, Savile Row or Knightsbridge. If late nights, museums and galleries leave you beat, a great way to end your trip is to take a relaxing riverboat ride along the Thames from Westminster to Greenwich. You will get a unique perspective as well as a fantastic view from the Royal Observatory perched high above the city. And remember, no trip to London is complete without a trip to Harrods and the obligatory souvenir shopping bag! —photogRaphy and teXt by bRyan peReiRa

Pereira is an award-winning U.K.-based travel photographer.

Clockwise from top left: The Queen’s guards at Buckingham Palace wearing their famous bearskin hats; the library in the British Museum; a section of the Parliament Building flying the Union Jack; the iconic Big Ben and the very British red double-decker bus.

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mere ninety minutes from Downtown (okay, with no traffic), but a world away is the tranquil Southampton Inn. For those unfamiliar with the assorted Hamptons, Southampton is the western-most “Hampton.” The village is chic, with upscale boutiques, the renowned Parris Art Museum, galleries and restaurants for every palate. I recently spent the night at the unpretentious Southampton Inn, a five-acre landmark facility right off Main Street. This is decidedly a locale to unwind from the stresses of the city, whether strolling through the manicured gardens, sunning at the pool or taking the free hotel shuttle to exclusive Cooper’s Beach. The family-oriented accommodations (yes, pets are also permitted with advance reservations) can be a haven—there’s a playground and playroom for kids—and a cozy lobby with a library and comfy chairs for adults to curl up. I particularly loved the vibrantly colored Adirondack chairs that frame the perimeter of the hotel. Each of the 90 rooms is tastefully furnished, with sparkling new bathrooms and snowy white duvet ensembles. When hunger hits, you can partake in the hotel options, including a seasonal soda fountain offering ice cream and milk shakes or stroll into town and choose your cuisine. I had a scrumptious dinner at 75 Main—the crusted tilapia over vegetable couscous was yummy! On weekends, you can stay put because the inn serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. During the summer season there are special dinners, events and afternoon tea. For more information, see southamptoninn.com.

Clockwise from top left: Stroll through the 5.4 acres of grounds and gardens of the Inn; a cozy guest room…many of the accommodations were designed by local interior decorators; is there a better way to spend a summer afternoon than poolside on a chaise?

—Shari hartford

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ot every vacation must involve planes, trains and automobiles—and long security lines and long travel. Gather up the family and take the D, F, N or Q subway to the last stop— Coney Island/Stillwell Avenue for a day at the ballpark. The Brooklyn Cyclones—the Mets minor league ball team—plays at their home stadium in Coney Island every summer. Cozier than a major league stadium and with much less expensive ticket prices, MCU Park is a perfect outing for youngsters, with great visibility from all seats, up close and personal interaction with the players, and fireworks after the games. And, you can’t visit Coney Island without a trip to Nathan’s Famous. Endure the crowds, forget the

diet and chow down on the best French fries on the planet, fried shrimp and clams, corn on the cob, their famous hot dogs and, believe it or not, chow mein on a bun! By the time the game is over you will have digested all the fried foods, so on the way back to the subway, stand in line, again, at Denny’s Ice Cream for a twist of soft serve banana and pistachio or one of their famous jelly apples. At the end of the day, you’ll even get to sleep in your own bed! For more information about the Brooklyn Cyclones, visit brooklyncyclones.com and for more information about Coney Island, visit coneyislandfunguide.com. —Shari hartford

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GOLF ISN’T JUST FOR GUYS! HERE’S HOW AND WHERE A GIRL CAN GET INTO THE SWING OF THINGS

olf has come a long way from its exclusive reputation as a “gentleman’s game.” Most facilities now cater to female golfers by incorporating women-only schools, shorter courses and ladies’ equipment. So no more excuses… it’s time to get in the game, gals!

area clinics include Manhattan Woods Golf Clinic in West Nyack, New York (manhattanwoodsgc.com), and the Golf Club at Chelsea Piers (chelseapiers.com). A good beginner’s program will also teach golf etiquette, and taking a class devoted specifically to etiquette and the basic rules of golf will increase your comfort level on the course. Private lessons are the logical next step after taking a few group classes. Most area golf courses and centers offer lessons. Try Brooklyn’s Dyker Beach (golfinnyc.com), Van Cortlandt Golf Course in the Bronx (golfnyc.com), or Golf Manhattan (golfmanhattan.com).

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PRACTICE! PRACTICE! PRACTICE!

Alessandra De Poli De Luigi women’s Individual-Team Golf Final during XVI Mediterranean Games on July 2, 2009 in Chieti, Italy.

HOW AND WHERE TO LEARN Seek out a facility that makes learning fun and social. Rolling Hills Country Club in Wilton, Connecticut (rhcconline.com), offers women-only beginner clinics throughout the season. They are scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and most of the ladies meet for lunch afterward. This is a great way to discuss and learn the game and make connections with women with whom you can play and practice. Other

If you want to progress quickly, practice between lessons. Most instructors recommend two to three hours of practice per hour of lesson time. There are two practice ranges that are most convenient to Manhattan: The Golf Club at Chelsea Piers and Randall’s Island Golf Center (randallsislandgolfcenter. com). Marjorie Jones, 2007 LPGA Teaching & Club Professionals Northeast Section Teacher of the Year, is a member of Chelsea Piers’ senior instruction staff. The instructors at Randall’s Island aim not only to teach golf but also help new golfers meet others at the same level. Most private courses in the metropolitan area have a woman professional on staff and nonmember lessons are generally offered.

Don’t call for a fashion mulligan when you hit the links. Stay on course with these swingin’ essentials. Tradition Meets Fashion While no longer mandatory on the ladies’ links, plaid shorts, polos and bold argyles are still prominent on the golf fashion scene. Check out LIJA at lijastyle.com, which features traditional golf fashions with a modern body-shaping silhouette. The Little Black Golf Dress Golf fashion sliced into a bold and welcome new direction with the 2011 debut of the “Play All Day” golf dress. Women on Course, an organization that highlights the business, social, fashion and fitness benefits of the game, teamed with designer Renee Mancino to create the first ever “Little Black Golf Dress” ($90) that can be accessorized for golf, business or evening wear. Visit womenoncourse.com for details.

Little Black Golf Dress from Women on Course.

—SUE GINTER

Ginter is a player on the LPGA tour.

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Boot Camp photograph courtesy of Mind Over Matter Health and Fitness. Sailing photograph courtesy of Manhattan Sailing School. Trapeze photograph courtesy of Trapeze School New York.

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iguring out how to make your workouts green, let alone how get a workout into your busy schedule at all, can seem overwhelming. Indoors or outdoors, there are easy ways to make fitness convenient and eco-friendly. Take advantage of the fact that we are privileged enough to live in one of the most fitness-saturated environments in the country. From boxing, to yoga, to spinning, you name it and it’s within walking distance from your front door. And now that the weather is nice and the sun is out, soak it up! Exercising outside puts zero strain on external energy sources like electricity and air conditioning. An outdoor workout helps you reconnect with nature, appreciate it and remember why it is you want to be green.

AROUND THE CORNER You don’t have to look far. There are plenty of ways to get your sweat in, celebrate summer and meet people in your community. Buff up at Boot Camp.

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Fly through the air at Trapeze School.

Volleyball After Work Kick of your shoes and participate in adult volleyball for all skill levels, presented by the Battery Park City Parks Conservancy. Where: Esplanade Plaza When: Every Wednesday night from June to September; 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more information: bpcparks.org Tai Chi Develop strength while learning the ancient Chinese martial art (no experience necessary). Where: Esplanade Plaza When: Fridays through October; 8:30 a.m. For more information: bpcparks.org Flying Trapeze Let go of your fears and enjoy the breeze from above as you learn from the best at one of

two Trapeze School New York Downtown outdoor locations. Where: West Street at Houston When: Two-hour classes daily; classes begin as early at 10:30 a.m. and run until 10:30 p.m. OR Where: Governors Island When: Two-hour classes Friday through Sunday; classes begin as early at 11:00 a.m. The last class on Fridays starts at 1:30 p.m.; the last class on Saturdays and Sundays starts at 4:00 p.m. For more information: newyork.trapezeschool.com

• Midweek Day Courses (Monday through Wednesday or Wednesday through Friday): 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information: sailmanhattan.com Stroller Boot Camp New moms and tots can join Joshua Margolias for an hour of intense mom training. Where: Northwest corner of River Terrace and Murray Street When: Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. (classes last sixty minutes) For more information: mindovermatternyc.com

Manhattan Sailing School Relax and take in the city from the water while learning the fundamentals of sailing. Where: North Cove Marina When: Choose from three different course schedules: • Weekend Courses (Friday through Sunday): 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. • Weekday Evening Courses (Monday, Thursday or Friday evenings once per week for five weeks): 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

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Adult Soccer League Gather a team, grab cleats and shin guards and compete in an eight-game (plus playoffs) soccer league just north of Downtown. Where: Field House, Chelsea Piers When: Begins July 5; Mondays through Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. and Sundays, 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. For more information: chelseapiers.com —JESSA MESSINA

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our jobs, doing what we’re told we should be doing, instead of doing what actually makes us happy. To live environmentally means to consume less. It could mean walking or biking. If you’re spending less time in front of your computer, and more time with people, you’re getting more social interaction. If you’re eating locally, you’re getting more food that’s good for you. At a societal level, if we’re using renewable energy, we’re keeping our air clean and creating a green jobs economy. There’s a belief in our culture that doing what’s good for ourselves is against what’s good for nature, and vice versa. I always think that if there were any sort of Intelligent Designer, or God, how unlikely would it be that he, she, or it would devise a universe where the interests of the planet and the interests of the people were in opposition? It makes total sense to me that what’s good for us is that we live in harmony.

From No Impact Man: Colin and daughter Bella at the farmers’ market.

n November 2006, Colin Beavan, a.k.a No Impact Man, and his family, began a yearlong experiment in living a zero-waste lifestyle in New York City. Beavan chronicled the experiment in a blog, book and film. In 2009, Beavan founded the No Impact Project, an international nonprofit that empowers citizens to make choices that better their lives and lower their environmental impact. While many people associate a “green” lifestyle with austerity, you speak of the connection between living environmentally and greater happiness. How have you seen that connection in your life and the lives of others?

People say, “you deprived yourself for the sake of the environment,” but I would argue that we’re already deprived, because we spend so much time at

eCO OBservatIOns • according to the mta, about 5.1 million people ride the subway system each day in nYC. One bus can carry as many people as 40 cars. to cut down on pollution, take the bus or subway instead of driving. • the nYC Department of sanitation collects about 13,000 tons of waste per day from residents, public agencies, schools and nonprofit corporations. nYC residents currently recycle only about 17 percent of their total waste.

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Everywhere I go, people say, “I can’t do what you did, but what can I do?” I think it’s really funny that we’re all waiting for someone else to tell us what to do. We pretend that elected officials are going to save us. We projected the hero within us onto them and are disappointed when they can’t maintain the projection. We disown the heroes within ourselves because we’re afraid of our own power. I’m working on a book about claiming your power, the power to be a hero. I believe that if you become your true self, then already you’re helping the world. The working title of the book is How Shall I Live: The Quest for a Raucous, Meaningful, Fun-Filled Life in a Frightening, Confusing World that Needs Our Help. The book is also a reaction to the idea that every little thing helps. We’re beyond the stage where we can afford to be doing little things. The world needs us all to turn our entire lives over to the problem. To learn more about the No Impact Project, visit noimpactproject.org. —tamar Samir

Samir is a professor at Parsons The New School for Design. Green your city lifestyle! Greenopia, New York City, The Green Media Group, LLC ($18). greenopia.com.

• the average item purchased in your supermarket travels 1,400 miles by truck, train or plane, which releases high levels of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. —juliana germak

Germak teaches environmental education at PS/ IS 276 in Battery Park City.

Book photographed by lana De Doncker.

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New York is a city filled with visual juxtapositions, but the site-specific public art installations of local artist Tom Otterness prove to be one of the more delightful and thought provoking to encounter. Since 1992, visitors to the Rockefeller Park playground, located at the north end of Battery Park City, have taken joy in Otterness’s The Real World. The composition of miniature bronze sculptures of playful little men in hats and characters from childhood fables interact amid darker narratives of socio-economic hierarchy and the struggle for power. The subversive content of The Real World speaks to adults, while the whimsical, disarming characters engage the imagination of children. Even the physicality of the bronze itself alludes to a competition of sorts, as the sculptures that receive the most public interaction and play are polished to a high shine from repeated touches. Otterness is currently proposing an installation of bronze lions at the New York Public Library’s Battery Park City branch. Inspired by Edward Hicks’s painting The Peaceable Kingdom, the five-foot tall lion and lioness would take a protective stance as they face toward the street, their lion cubs playing in between while chewing on books and bags of money. Otterness’s trademark “little men” would also be found climbing on the lion and lioness, while one additional cub looks about from inside the library’s window. The grouping of sculptures would sit at the midpoint of the library’s North End Avenue windows.

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THE SPHERE The Sphere, by German sculptor Fritz Koenig was originally created in 1971 as a monument to world peace. For 30 years the large metal sculpture was a permanent fixture in Austin Tobin Plaza, located directly between the Twin Towers. After the 9/11 attacks, The Sphere was pulled from the rubble, visibly damaged by the collapsed towers and relocated to Battery Park. Today, visitors will find The Sphere formally rededicated with an eternal flame as a memorial to the victims of 9/11. Battery Pla

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EMMA LAZARUS MEMORIAL Located at the northwest end of Battery Park, the Emma Lazarus Memorial Plaque commemorates the life and work of the prolific

Jewish-American poet, novelist and playwright. Born in New York in 1849, Lazarus was also an important forerunner of the Zionist movement and taught technical education to help Jewish immigrants become self-supporting. Her esteemed sonnet “The New Colossus” appears on a bronze plaque in the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty. THE IRISH HUNGER MEMORIAL At the corner of Vesey Street and North End Avenue sits a half-acre, cantilevered landscape of limestone, soil and native vegetation imported from the western coast of Ireland. Designed by artist Brian Tolle in 2002, The Irish Hunger Memorial raises public awareness of the Great Irish Famine of 1845 to 1852 and brings continued awareness to current issues of famine and hunger worldwide. THE IMMIGRANTS At the south end of the Eisenhower Mall stands The Immigrants by sculptor Luis Sanguino. The larger-than-life bronze features various ethnic figures expressively posed to memorialize the struggles experienced by individuals dislocated from their native countries. The Immigrants is purposefully located near Clinton Castle, which served as a processing facility for newly arrived immigrants from 1855 to 1890, until the construction of Ellis Island.

Photographed by Tony Shi and Lana De Doncker. Map by Morghan Andrews.

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DEBRIEFING OF DOWNTOWN’S BATTERY EAST COAST MEMORIAL Designed by the architectural firm of Gehron and Seltzer, the East Coast Memorial commemorates the 4,601 missing American servicemen of World War II, whose lives were lost in the Atlantic Ocean while engaging in combat. The memorial’s eight immense granite pylons hold the names, rank, organization and state of the deceased and face the Statue of Liberty from the southern end of Battery Park. JERUSALEM GROVE AND THE BATTERY LABYRINTH Quietly nestled in tandem on the northwest corner of Battery Park, Jerusalem Grove and The Battery Labyrinth offer visitors a peaceful area for reflection. The Grove of 15 cedar trees, donated by the city of Jerusalem to the people of New York, provides shade to the adjacent Battery Labyrinth. Created in 2002 by the Battery Conservancy, The Battery Labyrinth’s walking path is outlined with 1,148 granite blocks that form seven circular rings. Visitors are encouraged to follow the path on a journey that is open to contemplation and healing from the tragedies that occurred on 9/11. —STACY SEILER

Seiler is a NY-based artist and professor of Art and Design at Parsons The New School for Design.

BATTERY PARK Battery Park (BP) in Brief BP, the birthplace of New York, is located at the southern tip of Manhattan, where the Hudson and East rivers merge. Originally called New (or Nieuw) Amsterdam, this area adopted its name from the “battery” of cannons set up by the Dutch settlers to defend the settlement. BP is one of the city’s oldest public open spaces and the largest public open space in Lower Manhattan. Tourist Attraction Anually, over four million people (residents, workers, students, tourists) visit the park annually while three million passengers travel via ferry to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. The Battery Musical Appearances • ”Open Letter to NYC” by The Beastie Boys • ”Bury Me on the Battery” by Joan Osborne • ”City Love” by John Mayer • ”New Killer Star” by David Bowie • “New York, New York” from the musical On the Town Fun Facts • BP boasts 25 acres of waterfront parkland. • In 2005, builders working on the South Ferry subway station ran into the remains of a 200-year-old stone wall. After excavation, four walls and over 250,000 artifacts were found. • Zelda the turkey hangs out in BP and now, there is a turkey-shaped garden in her honor.

BATTERY PARK CITY Battery Park City (BPC) in Brief BPC sits northwest of BP. This 92-acre planned community, which was once water, was built on landfill from the World Trade Center—a project that began in the 1970s and continues today. West Street bounds the neighborhood to the east, while the Hudson River secures the area to the north, south and west. The south section is constructed of open space and high-rise residential buildings. To the north is the World Financial Center and Stuyvesant High School, among other buildings. Residential Population • 2000: approximately 7,600 • 2011: approximately 10,000 Architectural Timeline 1959: The formerly prosperous port area was occupied by several deteriorating shipping piers, which prompted Governor Rockefeller’s desire to redevelop the area. 1966: Architect Wallace K. Harrison proposed a “comprehensive community” of housing, social infrastructure and light industry. 1968: The New York State Legislature created the BPC Authority to oversee development. 1979: The master plan saw BPC as an extension of the existing street grid of NYC that would incorporate the best elements of traditional NYC neighborhoods. Today: A successful exercise in community renewal, BPC has achieved worldwide acclaim as a blueprint for urban development. —SIENA TUGENDRAJCH

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Hollywood’s Golden Boy Lives His Commitment to Green Causes, Both Downtown and Around the World —MIKE HAMMER

Leonardo DiCaprio has always been so much more than anyone has ever given him credit for. As a 17-year-old floppy-haired kid, he was dismissed as the living embodiment of the popular sitcom, Growing Pains’ “Jumping The Shark,” when he joined the cast in the waning days of the show. Within a year, he was stealing scenes from film superstars Robert De Niro and Ellen Barkin in a riveting, but incredibly demanding role as an abused child in This Boy’s Life. Two years later, he was regarded as an aging child actor when he delivered a startling, Oscar-nominated performance as a mentally challenged teen in What’s Eating Gilbert Grape, taking attention from another popular actor, Johnny Depp. Not long after, he eclipsed everyone’s box-office muscle by starring in the highest grossing box office smash of the 20th century, Titanic. Despite his newfound and unparalleled star power, the still-only 19-yearold former sitcom-kid was being dismissed once again—this time as a pretty party boy, chasing chicks with a gang of other young actors the media derisively dubbed “The Pussy Posse.” His deli“We all have to cate good looks led to him being named one of People magazine’s “50 Most Beautiful People” in the world in 1997. do our part to Since then, he has put together a box-office scorecard raise awareness as impressive as anybody in the entertainment industry… about global along with a portfolio of applauded work that has drawn two Oscar nominations and praise from some of the most warming.” important figures in the film industry. Still, he continues to defy the natural career course of the conventional tabloid superstar. After Titanic, he stopped working…until he found roles he deemed worthy of delivering significant messages of importance to a mass audience. “Choosing movies is the one thing in my life where there’s no com- DiCaprio in a scene for his environmental promising,” he’s said. “I awareness documentary, The 11th Hour.

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would be miserable on a set doing something I don’t believe in. You can either be a vain movie star or you can try to shed some light on different aspects of the human condition.” He began working with Martin Scorcese, who turned him into the De Niro of his generation, casting him in critical leading roles in such significant and high-profile dramas as The Aviator, in which he had to inhabit the enormous historical legacy of Howard Hughes, and Gangs of New York, about the grim history of our own neighborhoods in Lower Manhattan. There is a deceptive weight to the now 35-year-old matinee idol who has deftly created a gravitas to his persona that far outstrips even his seemingly limitless stardom. “The last thing I want to turn into is a fat Hollywood jerk,” he’s said. “I don’t think that I will strive for money or success and end up greedy or big-headed. That only leads to unhappiness. I can still be down-to-earth and do this job as long as I enjoy it.” An obvious example of his quiet resolve to be more than a celebrity is his multilayered, ongoing commitment to the green movement. For nearly a decade, DiCaprio has aligned himself with global ecological causes and taken more action in these areas than virtually any of his peers in his own industry. He coauthored, coproduced and narrated an influential and critically heralded documentary, The 11th Hour, about global warming and the overall state of the environment, which cemented his reputation as an ecodoer…and not another celebrity green flag waver. He appeared with former Vice President Al Gore at the Academy Awards in 2007, using the massive global platform to announce that the Oscars had incorporated environmentally intelligent practices in the show’s planning and production processes, and further calling attention to important environmental causes. In 2007, he appeared on the cover of Vanity Fair with a baby polar bear named Knut to make a startling statement about how global warming was endangering wildlife…and the human race. “We all have to do our part to raise awareness about global warming and the problems we face in promoting a sustainable environmental future,” he said. But while he’s willing to trot out his passion in an effort to rally a response from a global audience, he also has demonstrated he doesn’t need a camera to try and do the right thing. He started his own eponymously named environmental organization, which teams up with similarly focused groups like the Natural Resources Defense Council, Global Green USA and National

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Geographic Kids to raise awareness about environmental issues such as global warming, alternative and renewable energy sources and biodiversity preservation. And it gets more personal than that. When he moved into Battery Park City a couple of years back, he insisted that it be at Riverhouse, one of New York’s greenest condominium complexes. The Battery Park City development features energy-producing solar panels and green roofs that are 75 percent covered in vegetation and recently certified LEED Gold (the second-highest rating possible for green buildings). Even as he was negotiating the sale of the apartment, he was seen riding his bike to and from the offices, a practice his Downtown neighbors can attest he continues to this day. He affirmed his rationale for his choice of a home by saying, “Riverhouse is a prime example of how green technology is both accessible and achievable for new residential developments—it is a groundbreaking building.” What makes the depth of commitment of this successful young man so impressive in a realityTV world where Charlie Sheen and Lindsay Lohan compete for headlines and defense attorneys, Leo’s focus remains on the causes he believes in. He was raised by hippie parents in a lowerincome and rough area, east of Hollywood, where his home was surrounded by prostitutes and drug dealers. He tried to prove he was no one to be trifled with even then, challenging tough guys and “getting beat up a lot.” “Early on, seeing the devastation on my block,

seeing heroin addicts, made me think twice about ever getting involved in drugs,” he’s said, shedding light on his ability to focus on following a direct path to success. “I insist on keeping a level head.” He remains haunted by the loss to drugs of River Phoenix, a contemporary who often competed for the same roles. But while his upbringing was far from lavish, he was never wanting for love, guidance or a support system. His parents were divorced when he was a toddler. And while they never had money, they each always had time for him. He adored his mother, Irmelin, who was a legal secretary, but he also spent a great deal of time with his father, George, a comic book creator who was a huge influence on Leo and his own efforts to be creative. “Because of my parents, the neighborhood did not have a bad effect on me,” he’s said. “My dad

introduced me to artists and my mom did everything to get me into the best schools.” They encouraged his early acting efforts and helped him navigate his way through his almostinstant rise to superstardom…even if there was a period when he enjoyed all the exotic trappings that came with celebrity. “I got to be wild and nuts, and I didn’t suffer as much as people do now, where they have to play it so safe that they ruin their credibility,” he’s said about his time in the spotlight and how much more exposed he would have been in today’s Twitter and TMZ filled-world. “I didn’t care what anyone thought.” But the post-Titanic iceberg period didn’t last long, nor did it produce any fatalities, and he emerged with a greater resolve to be an even better person than he was before. In 1998, he and his family donated $35,000 for the Leonardo DiCaprio Computer Center at the Los Feliz branch of the Los Angeles Public

DiCaprio, who carefully selects his roles, demonstrated his enduring box office bankability in last year’s smash Inception.

“The last thing I want to turn into is a fat Hollywood jerk!”

DiCaprio coproduced, codirected and narrated The 11th Hour, which premiered to critical praise at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival.

THE GREEN TEAM DOWNTOWN IS BRIMMING WITH OTHER COMMITTED CELEBS WHO’VE SHOWN THEIR TRUE COLOR…GREEN! ECO, which lack the toxic ingredients of many other brands of cosmetics.

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Meryl Streep Residence: River Lofts Academy Award–winning actress, Meryl Streep has been an environmental health advocate for the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC) for more than 30 years. She cocreated Mothers & Others, a group that supports the NRDC for more transparent regulation laws and tougher pesticide residue standards to protect children. “There are so many thousands of chemicals used to make and that are in our everyday products,” she has said. “Most of these have not been adequately tested for their effects on health.” Gwyneth Paltrow Residence: River Lofts Gwyneth believes in composting, which was one of the eco-friendly notions passed on to her by her mother, actress Blythe Danner. In the ’70s, Danner started a recycling program in Santa Monica, and made sure little Gwyneth tagged along to the local recycling center. Gwyneth is also very outspoken about the health concerns caused by pesticides and processed foods. She serves her family locally-grown organic, unprocessed foods without any preservatives. Hillary Duff Residence: Washington Street Hillary donated to Hurricane Katrina victims and is an active volunteer and ambassador for Return to Freedom, a sanctuary for wild horses. She also sticks to safe-forthe-planet makeup products from NVEY

Tyra Banks Residence: Riverhouse Model and megabrand, Tyra Banks resides in one of the greenest buildings of Manhattan. Some of the its green features include a geothermal heating and cooling system, rooftop photovoltaic cells, a green roof and Energy Star appliances. Tyra also contributed to The Green Book: The Everyday Guide to Saving the Planet One Simple Step at a Time (Three Rivers Press). The book was featured on Oprah and includes a foreword written by Cameron Diaz. Jay-Z and Beyoncé Residence: Hudson Street Jay-Z founded UN’s Water for Life, an organization dedicated to worldwide access to clean drinking water. The rap star owns the West Village bar and pub The Spotted Pig, which makes a point of using locally grown food, recycling, and composting on a weekly basis. Beyoncé is involved in Second Harvest, a food-bank network. Josh Hartnett Residence: TriBeCa Josh has dedicated himself to Global Cool, a charity focused on gathering a billion people to reduce their carbon footprints over the next 10 years. The charity has enlisted Hartnett, DiCaprio and Sienna Miller to raise awareness about how close the climate is to being irreversibly damaged. —BETTINA WEINER

Library near his boyhood home, which had been destroyed in the 1994 Los Angeles earthquake. Inspired by John Kerry’s environmental policies, DiCaprio actively campaigned and contributed significant donations to the candidate’s failed 2004 election campaign. During the filming of Blood Diamond, his 2006 film about the atrocities of the African mining industry, DiCaprio worked with 24 orphaned children from the SOS Children’s Village in Maputo, Mozambique. “The most intriguing thing I found about shooting in Mozambique was the triumph and adaptability of the human spirit,” he said after the film wrapped. “People were still filled with so much joy.” DiCaprio has plenty about which to be happy. His last film, Inception, was one of the top 25 highest-grossing films of all time. He seems to have succeeded his idol Robert De Niro as Martin Scorcese’s go-to guy. “Leo is a great film actor,” Scorcese said of his star, after filming The Departed. He is one of the highest paid actors of all time, earning more than $59 million for Inception alone. He’ll appear in high-profile roles next year in The Great Gatsby with buddy Tobey Maguire and as J. Edgar Hoover in Clint Eastwood’s biopic of the notorious former FBI director. But before then, you’ll see him riding his bike through Lower Manhattan and along the Hudson to conserve energy and practice what he preaches. You’ll also see him calling more attention to environmental projects, like saving endangered tigers through his foundation work, and serving as a role model for his Downtown neighbors who share his passions. “I really don’t mind not working,” he’s said to Rolling Stone. “If I can’t do the movies I want to do, I’ll do this other stuff.”

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Guatemala: In window, Program Office with Planned Parenthood Federation of America in Guatemala, Dr. Linda Valencia. Tanzania: Christy hugs two health-care workers. Tanzania: Massai tribe family.

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hristy Turlington can never be women die from pregnancy-related causes defined by beauty alone. While she each year and 90 percent of these deaths are is recognized as one of the elite preventable,” she said. models in the fashion industry, she has To help generate support for those who continually racked up accomplishments that need it, Christy turned her camera on at-risk redefine the term “supermodel.” women in four countries who face problems After gracing the covers of more than that are as distinct, as they are deadly. 500 magazines and establishing herself as “We chose each country to highlight varone of the most sought-after models of the ious barriers to accessing quality reproduclate 80s and early 90s, the 42-year-old flawtive health care. In Bangladesh we focused less beauty, who has made Downtown her on cultural barriers; in Tanzania physical family home, has branched out to become a and geographical limitations; in Guatemala respected film director the legal barriers; and about a topic that fuels in the U.S. we looked “We chose each her passion even more at some of the more bucountry to than modeling: motherreaucratic barriers.” highlight various hood. The film debuted at Happily married to the 2010 Tribeca Film barriers to renowned actor, Ed accessing quality Festival to rave reviews; Burns since 2003, they Oprah Winfrey chose reproductive are the proud parents of the film to be featured two daughters, Grace, on her own network last health care.” seven, and five-year-old month. Christy earned Finn. Their family life also gave birth to this a nomination for the Do Something With film. Style Award from VH1 and kicked off No Woman, No Cry offers a disturb“Every Mother Counts,” an advocacy and ing look at the challenges facing women mobilization campaign (EveryMotherwho endure at-risk pregnancies around the Counts.org) to continue education and supworld. Turlington was inspired to initiate the port for maternal and child health issues. project after she suffered complications durWhile many marvel at her jump from ing Grace’s birth. And while this was a harsupermodel to supermom on a quest to imrowing experience, Christy realized that she prove the lives of expectant women worldhad the best resources to see her through it. wide, typically, Christy says she found She also realized that those benefits are not something even more impressive in all her available universally. good work. This inspired her to travel the globe to tell “The strength of the women we encounthe stories of less fortunate pregnant womtered.” —Nardos MesMer & Mike haMMer en. “I learned that more than half a million

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Tanzania: At-risk pregnant Tanzanian woman in need of maternal health care.

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Tanzania: the crew filming No Woman, No Cry.

REMARKABLE TRACEY STEWART

oomah: a place of sweet whimsy, wonder and warmth. Moomah is a creative play space, a cozy café, a living classroom, a quiet hideaway, an art oasis, your neighborhood meeting spot, your favorite place to be together with your child, and where your child can simble be. I’m sitting having a Suzita salad with some organic coffee—just one of the fabulous dishes here at Moomah—and hanging out with Tracey Stewart. The children are free here and enjoying every creative activity under the sun. Connect, discover, nourish, create. This is Tracey’s motto, and it couldn’t be more apropos. She created a paradise for children, as well as adults who just want to absorb all the great things around them. I think of her motto as I stare at the amazing shadowboxes that line the walls of Moomah, inspired by her love of the Museum of Natural History and artist Joseph Cornell. Moomah was created to give parents, children and caregivers an inviting space to nurture creative stimulation, not overstimulation. The color palette was inspired by nature and the seasons. You won’t find wacky clowns with oversized eyes and primary colors and you won’t be forced to listen to “kids’ music.” Art kits, all handmade and designed by Tracey and other local artists, are available all day on a drop-in basis. The goal of each project is to foster conversation and further exploration, while enjoying healthy foods.

TS’S FAVORITES Restaurant: Nobu Kids’ clothing: crewcuts Datenight getaway: Greenwich Hotel and room service

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When did you move Downtown and what makes you love it here? We moved down seven years ago. Initially I was very reluctant to move to TriBeCa. I mistakenly thought of it as a deserted no-man’sland. Now I am head over heels in love with the cobblestone streets, the peacefulness, the people, the eats. I’ve found my place. Why would you recommend people to live and start a business down here? Your neighbors and clientele will be relaxed and pleasant! There’s a good mix of people. Did you always want to create a business like Moomah? No. My desire to create Moomah took me by surprise. I’ve always been an anxious person and once I had kids there was something very tangible to attach all my anxieties to. Unfortunately the venues that welcomed us moms usually offered bad food, bad lighting, bad design, bad music. With Moomah I wanted to create a place where parents and kids were both satisfied. I wanted it to feel like a real neighborhood place, so I made sure to have kick-ass coffee. Sometimes I’m the last one out at night, and as I turn off the lights I fill up a little because I can’t believe I actually did this. Why the name Moomah? Moomah was the name of my security object when I was little. A worn teddy bear in a cozy red hat. How has it been received by Downtown parents? The biggest compliment someone can give me about Moomah is that they feel like they are home when they’re here. That’s the goal. What do your kids think of the place?

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My kids are very jazzed about Mommy’s job. I make them a big part of the design process for our art kits. They name menu items and make suggestions. The place feels like an extension of their family and their home life. What would you say to young women— what does it take? For years I worked in art-related fields and I was miserable because I wasn’t emotionally connected to what I was doing. Secretly I wanted to work with animals but I was afraid that emotionally I wouldn’t be able to handle the sad moments. I’ve since learned that your job should make you cry. You should love what you do and, though no job is perfect, there should be a lot of happy tears along with the occasional sad ones. Does your husband (and host of The Daily Show) Jon Stewart just love what you do? He loves what I do because it makes me happy. What makes you smile? Thinking about how, if my family had tails, they would feverishly wag every time we see each other. We’re quite fond of one another. —SUZANNE CORSO

Photographed by Lana De Doncker.

mother of two, owner of Moomah…and yes, Jon’s wife, too!

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Meet Downtown’s Multi-tasking anD Multi-talenteD Mega Mothers Kelly Killoran Bensimon: Real Housewives of New YoRk Star What drove you Downtown?

Photograph of Melissa Gerstein courtesy of PhotoO.

My first apartment when I came to New York as a model was at 14 Prince Street.

Barbara and I grew up in a very creative environment. Both our parents are curious people, always ready to learn more, travel and live the culture wherever they are. Throughout our childhood we were surrounded by working women who managed to do it all and look great doing it. Our motto is, Whatever you do, wherever you are, take care of yourself and your image.

elry is worn for everyone to see, you’re reminded of this constantly. What’s the next step for Alex and Ani?

Besides multiple product extensions, we also have a division called Charity by Design that helps organizations raise funds and awareness for their foundations through the design, message and sale of our jewelry. a working mom?

I was lucky to travel a lot at a young age. Travel is a wonderful education and I was exposed to many different cultures. It was clear to me that each culture had a definitive style. I use what I’ve learned as inspiration.

Perseverance, vision and passion. Stick to it no matter what.

When did you move Downtown?

I moved before TriBeCa became what it is today. I instinctively felt the vibe and energy and knew it was up-and-coming. What is your goal in creating jewelry for a wide audience?

Jewelry is a vehicle to express inner beauty and celebrate each wearer’s uniqueness. Because jew-

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Does your family support what you do?

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Yes. Alex and Ani is named after my two eldest daughters. They’re superstars and they love it!

What’s your advice for other moms?

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Our kids are very proud of our work and love to hear about our clients. We always travel with our children so they are exposed to the creativity and excitement of our work.

What does it really take to succeed as

What inspired your jewelry line?

Life is an organic experience. Don’t be concerned with your five-year plan. Be excited by your life’s plan. Do your children love what you do? They love the creative aspect of my work, and they see how diligent and pragmatic I am. I don’t want them to love what I do. I want them to be inspired by the opportunities I’ve made.

What do your kids think of your business?

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come Downtown?

I moved to Manhattan from St. Louis in 1994 to attend NYU. I fell in love with Downtown instantly. Many of my husband’s and my date nights are spent south of 14th Street. What inspired Moms & the City?

What’s your mission statement in serving the Downtown woman?

Our TriBeCa boutique, Sorelle Firenze, opened in 1997. We helped scores of women enhance their personal style by offering custom-designed clothes and styling services. With the boutique closed now, we work privately with clients on everything from wardrobe organization and filtering, personal shopping, home styling for dinner parties and events and designing custom clothing. But why Downtown?

Operating our business Downtown was never a question! There’s an incredible range of creativity and mix of cultures. We can take our bikes and pick up our kids from school with our heels on without being judged by anybody. There is an openness that doesn’t exist Uptown.

I met one of my partners, Raina Seitel Gittlin through a family friend, and we decided there was a conversation missing about motherhood and how it really is. It started as a column in Metro US newspapers in 2009 and from there we moved to The New York Daily News where we now have a daily blog. We shot a pilot with WNBC’s David Ushery and the rest is history. What’s your advice for other would-be media moms?

Perseverance, gumption and chutzpah. It takes passion and never taking “no” for an answer. The thing that drives me, is the fear that someone is behind me with the same dream and vision. What do your kids make of your work?

My children love that their mommy works, and I think it’s important to teach your children about goals and living up to them. I also think they get a kick out of seeing me on TV.

How do you derive your design ideas?

—suzanne corso

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Watch, Sprout ($30). 423 West Broadway; sproutwatches.com. Hendrix bag, Matt & Nat ($165). Mooshoes, 78 Orchard St.; mattandnat.com. Par 3 polo, Vicarious by Nature ($70). vicariousbynature. com. The protégé road jean, AG Adriano Goldschmied ($195). 111 Greene St.; agjeans.com. Nautilus dress, Loomstate ($295). Rogan, 330 Bowery; loomstate.org. Suede desert boot, Ferragamo World ($295). 655 Fifth Ave.; ferragamo.com. Yesterday cuff in tangerine, Alex and Ani ($58). vintage66.com. Rawa bamboo sunglasses, Kayu ($180). kayudesign.com. Eco 103 sunglasses, Eco Eyewear ($129). Modo Nolita, 252 Mott St.; eco-optics.com.

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tRaiLbLazing tHe faSHion inDuStRy Growing up in an obviously creative atmosphere, Stella began designing clothes at age 13. By the time she was 26, she was appointed creative director of famed international fashion house Chloe, replacing industry icon Karl Lagerfeld, who less-than-graciously commented: “Chloe should have taken a big name. They did, but in music, not in fashion. “I do want Let’s hope she’s as gifted as her father.” Stella soon dispelled all doubts with to show that her own innovative designs, gaining accessories Stella McCartney critical acclaim and a famous following can be made at Chloe. She launched her own line in tella McCartney, pio2001, making as many headlines for her from a more neer of eco-friendly refusal to use leather and fur as for her ethical fashion, teamed with impressive designs. The noted vegetarSaks to open the Stella Mcian and animal rights activist told Womviewpoint.” Cartney boutique in May. en’s Wear Daily: “I do want to show that The event, which also benaccessories can be made from a more efited Naked Heart Foundation, debuted her new ethical viewpoint—and be sexy and cool.” styles—including several designs worn by stars at In 2007 she introduced Care, an organic skincare the 2011 Met Gala (which she chaired). An A-list of line with all-natural ingredients and zero petrochemicelebrity friends tured up, like Liv Tyler (right) who cals or silicones. She strives to be eco and socially sported the designer’s dotted blouse and pencil skirt. conscious, featuring “Green” and “Charity” sections The opening signaled a new level of prominence on her website. You can see her designs worn by the for the designer daughter of Sir Paul McCartney British team at the 2012 Summer Olympics. —laUren matina and his late wife, photographer and musician Linda.

Photograph of Roni Hirschberg by Lana De Doncker.

a new geneRation of Love Generation Love is a handmade line of ecofriendly clothing launched by two friends who met working at a New York City restaurant. Roni Hirshberg (right) and Audrey BressaValcourt turned their own style into designs for women who appreciate a casual and comfortable look. The two mandates of the brand are to remain true to their environmental and fashion beliefs and have everything made in New York City. Roni says, “We feel so proud to be based in New York City, to

Roni Hirshberg in her NYC showroom.

Liv Tyler in Stella McCartney.

support the disappearing Garment District and to be one of the 10 designers left with a line produced here.” On the eco side: “We experiment with different dye effects and apply them to unexpected fabrics. We get inspiration from daily objects and nature.” And on the home front: “We think it’s important to make the right choices; from choosing natural fabrics to making our products locally and supporting our community,” she says. —amanda orlinksy

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After sun cooling gel, Mario Badescu ($14). 320 East 52nd St.; mariobadescu.com. Tote bag, Steven Alan ($198). 103 Franklin St.; stevenalan.com. Billy wide-brimmed hat with rope trim, Mott 50 ($65). mott50.com. BOO 3-Eye blue/teal nylon, Sperry Top-Sider X Band of Outsiders ($175). Opening Ceremony, 35 Howard St.; sperrytopsider.com. Bikini bag, Henri Bendel ($38). 712 Fifth Ave.; henribendel.com. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chevaux en Camouflageâ&#x20AC;? nomade towel, Hermes ($395). 15 Broad St.; hermes.com. Valentine ladder underwire bikini, Zimmermann ($205). Damsel in Distress, 236 Mulberry St.; zimmermannwear.com. DADDY B sunglasses, Oliver Peoples ($325). 366 West Broadway; oliverpeoples.com. Moorea swimsuit, Vilebrequin ($200). 436 West Broadway; vilebrequin.com. Hemp wedge, Miu Miu ($550). 100 Prince St.; miumiu.com. Hat, Paul Smith ($225). 108 Fifth Ave.; paulsmithusa.com.

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Whales in indigo, Vilebrequin ($120). 436 West Broadway; vilebrequin.com. VW mini Melissa star, Melissa ($99). melissaaustralia.com. Folly floral/tutti frutti asymetrical swimsuit, Little Marc Jacobs ($94). Bloomingdales, 504 Broadway; bloomingdales.com. Monster towel, Yikes Twins ($38), Babesta, 56 Warren St.; babesta.com. Sunscreen, Noodle & Boo ($22). Kids RX, 523 Hudson St.; noodleandboo.com. Dumptruck, Green Toys ($25). Green Depot, 222 Bowery; greentoys.com.

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Pink Peony Floret chair, Floral Art ($2,400). floralartla.com. Verdant Acres Dinnerware, Anthropologie ($10-$16). 375 West Broadway; anthropologie.com. “Burgundy Floral” Angela Vase, Fringe ($75). Bloomingdales, 504 Broadway; bloomingdales.com. Candle, Illume ($28). Great Jones Spa, 29 Great Jones St.; Illumecandles.com. Orange Sunder Suzani Pillow, Madeline Weinrib ($800). ABC Carpet and Home, 888 Broadway; madelineweinrib.com. Gardening Indoors Doorknob, Anthropologie ($42). 375 West Broadway; anthropologie.com. Kenzo, Rizzoli New York ($75). Barnes & Noble, 396 Avenue of the Americas at 8th St.; rizzoliusa.com.

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Monika: Dress, Tracy Reese ($525). 641 Hudson St.; tracyreese.com. Philippe: Pants, Ermenegildo Zegna ($375). 633 Fifth Ave.; zegna.com.

Monika: Dress, Issey Miyake ($345). 119 Hudson St.; isseymiyake.com. Ring, Amber Marie Bentley ($4,453). ambermariebently.com. Philippe: Sweater ($830), Shirt (price upon request). Salvatore Ferragamo. 655 Fifth Ave.; ferragamo.com.

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Philippe: Suit, Ermenegildo Zegna ($2,695). 633 Fifth Ave.; zegna.com. Shirt, Thomas Pink ($185). 520 Madison Ave.; thomaspink.com. Shoes, Bruno Magli ($495). Saks Fifth Avenue, 611 Fifth Ave.; shop.brunomagli.com.

Monika: Fur, Max Mara ($750). 450 West Broadway; maxmara.com. Hairpiece, Verdant Florists. verdantflorists.com.

“It’s all about bucks, kid. The rest is conversation.” —Gordon Gekko

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Monika: Dress, Dolce and Gabbana ($2,295). Saks Fifth Avenue, 611 Fifth Ave.; dolcegabbana.com. Gold Chain ($143), Ring ($97), Sarah Cavander. shopsarahcavander.com. Hairpiece, Verdant Florists. verdantflorists.com. Philippe: Pants ($895), Jacket ($2470), Shirt ($465), Issey Miyake. 119 Hudson St.; isseymiyake.com.

Monika: Dress, ALC ($594). net-a-porter.com. Necklace, R.J. Graziano ($145). Bloomingdaleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 504 Broadway; bloomingdales.com. Headband, Molly Gee (price upon request). mollygeedesigns.com. Clutch, Furla ($445). 727 Madison Ave.; furla.com. Philippe: Shirt, Thomas Pink ($195). 63 Wall St.; thomaspink.com. Jacket, John Varvatos ($998). 122 Spring St.; johnvarvatos.com. Pants, Issey Miyake ($895). 119 Hudson St.; isseymiyake.com.

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left to right: Tribeca beauty Spa; a room at Haven Spa; a jacuzzi at exhale Spa.

at a Downtown Spa

etula Clark said it best in the 1960s hit song “Downtown.” Her lyrics described a place where one could “forget all your troubles and forget all your cares.” Truth be told, a special treatment at a choice Downtown day spa can help you do just that. Picture this: beautiful private nooks, flickering candles and an intoxicating scent permeating throughout exotic interiors all merging to bring much needed relaxation. Downtown neighborhoods are peppered with spas, and each has its own personality much like TriBeCa differs from Battery Park City. Whether you prefer modern, lavish or rustic decor, these five select spa treatments are sure to deliver the pampering you crave.

80 Minutes in Haven—Haven Spa After checking in, make your way down the narrow corridor and away from the bustle to the lounge, complete with comfy couches, tea and nibbles…and a peaceful lull. While Haven offers a vast menu of treatments, their facial, playfully named 80 Minutes in Haven, is a particularly decadent choice. The treatment combines Haven’s deep-pore cleansing Remedy (60 minutes) with their eyeskin treatment For Your Eyes Only (20 minutes), rendering relaxation and rebalancing. Deep hydration, aromatherapy and three facial massage techniques will have you glowing. 150 Mercer Street; havensoho.com

setai Herbal Hibernation—THe SeTai Spa aT THe SeTai Club The experience here begins immediately as guests are encouraged to partake in their Aqua Grotto hydrotherapy, which includes a marble Jacuzzi, eucalyptus steam and Finnish sauna. Their Setai Herbal Hibernation offers a soothing soak, an enzyme facial mask, a detoxifying exfoliation

and a slathering of nutrient-rich Moor Mud followed by a scalp and neck massage. Afterward, relax in the cozy lounge while enjoying exotic teas paired with truffles and macaroons. 40 Broad Street; setaiclubnewyork.com

tHe Hot stone Caress—THe RiTzCaRlTon baTTeRy paRk Those in the know can assume that the RitzCarlton brand assures a top-notch experience. Exit the elevator on the top floor and step into its secret peaceful sanctuary. The Hot Stone Caress massage promotes relaxation and the circulation of energy. Warm, smooth stones are placed on your energy points, then followed by a long, relaxing massage with soothing lotions, gliding movements and varying pressures. Tensions evaporate and energy points are stimulated, leaving your body and skin revitalized and refreshed. 2 West Street; ritzcarlton.com

tHe signature FaCial—TRibeCa beauTy Spa No bells. No whistles. No over-the-top frills. This day spa is about the marriage of old-school treatments to new-school luxury, delivered with all the modern day accoutrements you’d expect. While the spa offers an extensive menu of massages, mani/pedi treatments, waxing, a sauna room and a peaceful relaxation lounge area downstairs (complete with soothing instrumental music), their facials are the living end. Owner Nadia Dekhkanova adapts the East European traditions of her homeland to the cutting edge science gleaned from the latest technology. Your face is evaluated and a custom plan is put in place. Using a protocol of cleanser, moisturizer, a mushroom peel, massage, exfoliation and a collagen mask (products by Sonya Dakar and Dr. Alkaitis), Nadia works her magic. The result? Let’s just say that I walked out feeling like a movie star. 8 Harrison Street; tribecabeautyspa.com —Karen Berliner

tHe Core Fusion Massage— exHale Spa aT THe HoTel GanSevooRT The Gansevoort is one of New York City’s hippest hotels, known for its rooftop bar, sublime city views and now, its spa. Start in the herbal steam room or lounge at one of the infinity-edge hydrotherapy pools. Sip some tea and begin to unwind. Now, make your way over to one of the draped private rooms and let the magic begin. The Swedish-based Core Fusion Massage uses rhythmic massage movements and potent herbal aromatherapy oils. If you feel ambitious, the spa’s signature Core Fusion Yoga, Cardio or Sport classes are all worth trying. 18 Ninth Avenue; hotelgansevoort.com

Berliner is a lifestyle freelance writer.

an aH-Ha MoMenT aT ildi pekaR Skin CaRe Ildi Pekar Skin Care is a Midtown hidden treasure. Pekar has been recognized around the city as the go-to aesthetician and facialist. Unique services include Maschera al Ferro, an iron and magnet mask, and the salon’s most popular treatment, The BeauBronze, a paraben-free, 100 percent organic, holistic airbrush tanning solution that exfoliates and moisturizes. The spa is the only one on the East Coast to offer the treatment. 315 Madison Avenue; ildipekar.com —amanDa orlinSKy

stay younG and enjoy summer Fun Without Fear oF the sun For those of us who live in the Northeast, summertime gives us the longawaited opportunity to enjoy all that the outdoors has to offer. We can spend hours under the sun with friends and family in our favorite parks and outdoor cafés. We look forward to weekends packed with outdoor activities, or just lounging around outside. Unfortunately all of this added exposure to the sun may come at a price. Ultraviolet (UV) rays damage the skin’s makeup and irreversible harm can be inflicted on the skin’s DNA, leading to the weathered, wrinkled faces we all fear. And in a worst-case scenario, skin cancer may arise. Here’s how to get the most out of the summer sun without letting it adversely affect your skin.

QualiFied damaGe control If sun damage has already taken place and your face is sagging toward your feet—don’t go to a podiatrist! Make your way to a board-certified plastic surgeon. Today’s plastic surgery has many ingenious solutions to combat skin sagging. Face-lifting involves tightening facial tissues on different levels to achieve tighter skin. Substances can also be added, or problem areas filled, to allow your face to have the healthy fullness associated with youth. Evidence of the procedure is hidden in the natural creases around the ear. The majority of face-lifts today are done with a natural, age-appropriate result in mind— not like some of the extreme examples seen with celebrities.

Will this last?

Get Protection! Sunscreen/block is the best aid to use if you want to increase your sun exposure time. Sunscreen, which works by chemically absorbing the sun’s ultraviolet radiation, is usually a light lotion, cream or gel that needs to be re-applied about every two hours. Lotions have been around since the 1930s, and the sun protective factor (SPF) ratings that we use today were put into practice in 1962. Unfortunately, that was about the same time suburban moms started wrapping tin foil around album covers in their backyards. The higher the SPF number, the longer amount of protection time a sunscreen provides. Even more, SPF rating calculates the amount of lotion recommended to ensure protection; however, it’s not strictly based on the amount of time you spend in the sun. There are other variables to weigh, such as the time of day, skin type and lotion wearing off during activities like swimming. All these factors can change the amount of time it takes to suffer sunburn. Sunblock, like zinc oxide, acts to physically block the sun’s rays from hitting the skin. A person who is 5-feet, 4-inches tall and weighs 150 pounds should apply one ounce of sunscreen evenly to their body. Larger individuals should scale up from there. On average most people use less amounts than recommended, which diminishes the SPF value. Err on the side of safety and use high-intensity protection when you expect to be under the sun for hours. And, remember to reapply frequently!

On average, the effects of these procedures last many years, although gravity will eventually result in re-sagging of tissues at some point. But a face-lift turns back the hands of time and your face will be in a better position than if it hadn’t been tightened. As with any procedure, however, there are risks involved and these need to be discussed between the doctor and patient. —DonalD RolanD, m.D.

Board-Certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon

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SKIN-SAVING STRATEGIES Daily use of sunscreen is vital to maintaining beautiful, healthy skin as well as protecting your health. Every year, more than 3.5 million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed, making it the most common form of human cancer. Malignant melanoma affected over 68,000 Americans last year, causing 8,700 deaths. Early detection and surgical removal of melanoma is the only way to prevent related death. Look for a sunscreen with “broad spectrum” or UVA/UVB on the label. UVB rays cause sunburn and skin cancer; UVA rays cause tanning (which is a sign of skin damage). Additionally, UVB rays damage the skin’s elastic tissue, causing wrinkles. An effective sunscreen should have an SPF of at least 15, although I recommend at least 30. Apply at least every two hours to the entire body, including the ears and feet. Daily use will help protect the skin even more. Every person should see a dermatologist annually to detect skin cancer at its earliest stages. Advanced techniques called dermoscopy and confocal microscopy aid in early skin cancer diagnosis, at its most curable stage, and prevent unnecessary biopsy. Take care of your skin and it will take care of you. —ALBERT M. LEFKOVITS, M.D., P.C.

Clincal professor of Dermatology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine

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Kiehl’s free-standing stores offer the Recycle and Be Rewarded program. For every three Kiehl’s empties returned, receive a complimentary lip balm and punch card. Return two more and receive a travel-size item plus additional punches. After returning 10 total empties, receive $25 off a full-size product of equal or greater value. 109 Third Avenue; kiehls.com.

Bond No.9 is “Making Scents of Eco-savvy” by introducing the first fragrance recycling program. Upon returning an empty bottle to a Bond boutique or Saks Fifth Avenue store, customers are awarded a free refillable pocket spray with purchase. Each returned bottle is sanitized, refilled and decorated to show it has been reprocessed for use. 9 Bond Street; bondno9.com.

1. Argan Oil Hydration, 100% Pure ($26). 100percentpure.com. 2. Soy Polish Remover, A Beautiful Life ($20). Michael Angelo’s Wonderland Beauty Parlor, 418 West 13th St; abeautifullife.com. 3. Ultra Lip Balm, Clark’s Botanicals ($19). SpaceNK, 99 Greene St.; clarksbotanicals.com. 4. I Always Wear Production SPF 30, Code SC ($30). Health Nuts, 211-35 26th Ave.; code-sc.com. 5. Citrus Orange Organic Bar Soap, Dr. Bonner’s Magical Soaps ($4.49). GNC, 134 Fulton St.; drbronner.com. 6. Aftershave Lotion, Logona Naturkosmetik ($15.95). Life Thyme, 410 6th Ave.; logona-usa.com. 7. Step 1 Microblended Bionutrient Face Wash, Organic Male ($35). Equinox, 97 Greenwich Ave.; OM4men.com. 8. Nail Polish, Piggy Paint Refined ($8.99). Kidville, 200 Church St.; piggypaint.com. 9. Revitalizing Sea Salt Scrub, Red Flower ($36). Red Flower Boutique, 13 Prince St.; redflower.com. 10. Natural Nail Polish, Scotch ($14.99). Eve Salon, 55 West 8th St.; scotchnaturals.com. 11. Lip Balm, Simply Organic ($7). Bloom Beauty Lounge, 140 W 19th St.; simplyorganicbeauty.com. 12. Transformative Cleansing Clay, Sukiface ($43.95). Whole Foods, 165 Church St.; sukiskincare.com. 13. Strengthening Body Lotion, Tata Harper ($85). SpaceNK, 99 Greene St.; tataharperskincare.com. 14. Shave Cream, Weleda ($13). Whole Foods, 165 Church St.; usa.weleda.com.

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Origins eco initiative, Return to Origins Recycling Program, lets customers bring empty beauty product containers of any brand to any Origins store, where they are then recycled or used for energy recovery. The company has recycled more then 17,000 pounds of cosmetic packaging and also teamed up with Global ReLeaf to plant trees. 402 West Broadway; origins.com.

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GLORIOUS WAVES Apply Curlisto Bio Gel Mouse on wet hair from the roots to the end before blow-drying with a natural bristle brush.

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Christo is a celebrity hairstylist and expert on curly hair.

READY, SET, BEACH! With your new summer tan, bronzer, blush, lip balm and a tinted eye brightener are a girl’s best friend. For an effortless look, turn to Bobbi Brown Bronzer and Pale Pink Blush, Smith’s Rosebud Lip Salve in a tube and YSL Touche Éclat to brighten undereyes. Voilà! You’ll look awake, fresh and fabulously beach ready. And if you want to take a swim, you don’t have to worry about makeup smudging. For postbeach dinner and drinks, glam it up by adding eyeliner and mascara. Summertime Tips Foundation: make sure you have the right color! Usually women get several shades darker in the summer months and skin is less dry than during the winter. So, show off your tan with a matching foundation color that has a lightweight formula—like a tinted moisturizer. ■ Bronzer: opt for flat and matte. It looks natural— perfect for summer sun. Plus, a matte bronzer is a good way to balance out bright summertime clothing and accessories. ■

—LINDSEY JONES

Jones is a makeup artist and beauty editor.

Bio Gel Mousse, Curlisto System ($26 for 7 oz.); curlisto.com. Rosebud Lip Salve in a tube, Smith’s ($6); sephora.com. Touche Éclat (Radiant Touch), Yves Saint Laurent ($40); yslbeautyus.com. Bronzing Powder, Bobbi Brown ($33); bobbibrowncosmetics.com.

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CITY BITES In the Kitchen / Love of Fare / Midday Munch

Photographed by Johannes Courtens.

TriBeCa’s high-end and natural Great Performances catering company has served downtown Manhattan for more than 30 years. And since 2007, they have sourced their food from their own organic Katchkie Farm in Columbia County in upstate New York. Launched by CEO Liz Neumark in 1979, as a small waitressstaffing service, the company expanded exponentially with a commercial kitchen in SoHo in 1982. Now located in Hudson Square, it features a space of more than 23,000 square feet. “We bought the land in ‘06 and 2007 was our first growing season,” Neumark told New York 1. “And why did we buy a farm? Because we just are a little crazy, and we also wanted to connect to the basic building blocks of food, and that’s farming.” Great Performances’ organic food and sustainable resources have been harvested at the farm’s 60 acres since 2007. Katchkie Farm is also home to The Sylvia Center, a nonprofit educational facility that teaches children the importance of eating healthy through visits, tours and workshops. That truly is a great performance.

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merica is the great melting pot of the world, so no matter where you’re from I’m sure there is a burger for your heritage. Here are some ideas that we hope will get your creative grilling juices flowing while being mindful of the environmental impact of the foods we choose. Plant-based foods have the least amount of negative impact on the environment so try a delicious Italian-style portobello mushroom burger on focaccia bread. See recipe on the next page. —MURRAY YANKER

Healthy chickpea burger with a tangy goat cheese filling.

Barbecued chicken burger with coleslaw on a southern biscuit.

Mexican-style turkey burger with habanero jack cheese and fresh avocado.

Mouthwatering Mediterranean lamb burger with Bulgarian feta cheese.

Super-rich Camembert and caramelized onion all-beef burger.

For all these mouthwatering burger recipes visit downtownmagazinenyc.com.

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Food styling by Murray Yanker. Food photographed by Lana De Doncker. Fireworks photographed by Tony Shi. Food courtesy of Battery Place Market.

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STARS AND STRIPES BBQING ALL SUMMER LONG

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BBQ TIPS FROM THE FDNY

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Never use a propane grill on a balcony, terrace or roof. It is both dangerous and illegal.

Propane grills and no more than two, twentypound propane tanks are allowed on the grounds of one or two family homes, but be sure to follow fire safety precautions.

PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM BURGER (Makes 4) 4 large portobello mushroom caps 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon cracked pepper 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried) 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Focaccia Bread (see website for recipe) 4 tablespoons tomato sauce 8 thin slices fresh mozzarella cheese Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Clean mushroom caps with damp paper towel. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with nonstick spray. Place mushrooms on baking sheet gill side up. Sprinkle salt, cracked pepper, thyme and olive oil over the mushrooms on the gills side. Bake for 15 minutes. While mushrooms are baking, cut 8 slices of focaccia to bun size. Spread each slice with 1/2 tablespoon tomato sauce and place one slice of mozzarella on top. Remove mushrooms from oven. Place focaccia on center rack in oven; bake for 5 minutes, or until cheese melts. Place mushroom caps on melted cheese and top each with another slice of melted cheese and focaccia. Enjoy. This Geneva lighter from ronrobinson.com can be used for lighting the grill ($28). We love this two-in-one HOT POT BBQ from black-blum.com. It looks like a terracotta pot, but conceals a bbq grill underneath. Grow your herbs on the top to season the food you cook on this grill. It’s ideal for small terraces or balconies and looks great when not in use ($124).

Only use a charcoal grill on a balcony or terrace if there is a ten-foot clearance from the building and there is an immediate source of water (garden hose or fourgallon pail of water). Otherwise, such grilling is dangerous and illegal.

Dapple Dish Liquid Soap, made from fruits, tree oils and baking soda, is an award-winning eco-friendly dish soap that’s safe on babies and the environment. Also try Green Works, a line of all-natural, eco-friendly cleaning products created by The Sierra Club and Clorox.

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Golden as the SUN PINEAPPLE SLICED THREE WAYS, BY PURVEYORS OF FINE CUISINE This tropical beauty and its juicy, tangy-sweet flavor is a summer power player. Three Downtown chefs weigh in with delicious recipes, using pineapple as the shining star.

PINEAPPLE AND FRANGIPANE PUFF PASTRY TARTLETS From Pastry Chefs Donna Sorrentino and Susan Viola of Inatteso Café. (Makes sixteen 3 x 4-inch tartlets) 3 ounces almond paste 2 teaspoons granulated sugar 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened ¼ teaspoon almond extract 1 egg Pinch of salt 1 tablespoon flour 1 sheet premade, frozen, all-butter puff pastry (about 12 x 16 inches) 1 pineapple Egg yolk for egg wash Turbinado sugar Confectioners’ sugar 5 tablespoons apricot jam for glaze Preheat oven to 400 degrees Making the frangipane: In the bowl of an electric mixer, with the paddle attachment, break up almond paste with sugar. Beat until the two are incorporated. Add softened butter and mix. Add extract, egg and salt. Add flour and beat until light and fluffy. Refrigerate frangipane. Cut off and discard ends of the pineapple and skin. Quarter pineapple lengthwise; cut out and discard core. Cut pineapple into thin slices and place in a bowl. Preparing the tartlets: You can make the tartlets any size you like, or make one large circular tart. (At the café, we divide the sheet of puff pastry into 16 equal pieces, about 3 x 4 inches each.) Cut puff pastry to size when slightly thawed. Put about one rounded teaspoon of frangipane on each 3 x 4 rectangle of pastry. Spread evenly, leaving about a ½ inch border; lay pineapple slices overlapping on top of frangipane, about 5 per tartlet. If at any time the pastry gets too soft to work with, refrigerate. (At this point, tartlets can be frozen and kept for up to a month until ready to bake). Mix egg yolk with a little water. Brush egg wash on border of pastry. Sprinkle border with turbinado sugar. Dust top of pineapple with confectioners’ sugar. Place tartlets on a parchment-lined sheet pan and bake for about 20 minutes, until pastry is a rich golden brown. Transfer tartlets to wire rack to cool. Press jam through a sieve, in a saucepan, to remove the solids. Add a little water to thin slightly, and cook over medium heat until smooth and starting to bubble. Using a pastry brush, brush jam glaze over pineapple. Let glaze cool before serving.

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PINEAPPLE-TOMATO SALSA From Top Chef finalist Ed Cotton, executive chef of Plein Sud. (Makes about 3 cups) 1½ cups diced fresh pineapple 2 plum tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped ¼ cup diced red onion ¼ cup diced red bell pepper, peeled, seeds and membrane removed 2 piquillo peppers, diced small (or substitute 1 large roasted red pepper, seeds and membrane removed, and diced) Juice and zest of one or two fresh limes Salt to taste Pepper to taste 1 tablespoon olive oil ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon toasted and cracked coriander seed Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. (Note: Start with juice and zest of one lime and adjust to taste after marinating.) Allow to marinate at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Adjust lime juice, salt and pepper to taste.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: PLENTIFUL PINEAPPLE DISHES • Coconut pineapple mufﬁns • Pineapple upside-down cake • Frozen cocktails

• Stir-fry with ginger chicken and coconut rice • Serve grilled pineapple along side pork tenderloin or ham • Skewer onto chicken or shrimp or mahi kabobs

YORGANIC’S SUMMER PINEAPPLE SMOOTHIE

Edited by Murray Yanker. Photographed by Lana De Doncker.

From Pharmacist Bo Kim of the wildly popular YORGANIC, whose recipes are created from mostly plant-based foods with Asian inspiration. (Makes 1 serving) 4 ounces fresh organic mangos 4 ounces fresh organic pineapple 0.5 ounce ginger extract or 2-3 teaspoons fresh, peeled and pressed ginger (use garlic presser) 1 Pure Encapsulations Daily Immune capsule (purecaps.com) 2 ounces plain non-fat organic yogurt 10 ice cubes ½ teaspoon cinnamon Combine mango, pineapple and ginger extract in blender (no need to preslice fruit). Blend until pureed. Separate Daily Immune capsule and pour vitamin content into blender. Add yogurt, ice and cinnamon, and blend again.

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owntown greenmarkets overflow with a copious range of produce during the summer. While the warm weather months draw great crowds, the greenmarket staff, volunteers and farmers work together to bring us a continuing supply of fresh, local produce year-round. Their main goal is to promote regional agriculture and preserve farmland. So whether you’re looking for a salad, side dish, main course, cheese or a perfect dessert, you are sure to find inspiration at the farmers’ markets. —MURRAY YANKER

WHEN AND WHERE Andaz: 75 Wall Street, Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bowling Green: Broadway at Battery Place, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. City Hall: Broadway at Chambers Street, Tuesdays & Fridays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Essex Street Market: 120 Essex Street, Sundays, 10 a.m. Edited by Murray Yanker. Photographed by Lana De Doncker.

to 6 p.m. and Mondays to Fridays, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fulton Stall Market: South Street between Fulton and Beekman streets, Sundays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. New Amsterdam Market: South Street between Beekman Street & Peck Slip, Sundays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed July 3) Staten Island Whitehall: 4 South Street, Tuesdays & Fridays, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. TriBeCa: Greenwich Street between Chambers and Duane streets, Wednesdays & Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. World Financial Center: Liberty Street at South End Avenue, Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Zuccotti Park: Cedar Street between Broadway and Church Street, Tuesdays, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

WHAT IS CSA? Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) allows community members to purchase seasonal produce at lower prices. Holton Farms now offers all the benefits of CSA plus more choices. Members have the ability to select quantity when ordering online, a feature that other delivery services lack. Like a “farm direct,” they have many drop locations throughout Lower Manhattan and beyond. Check out holtonfarms.com and type “DOWNTOWN MAG” into the notes section to have the membership fee waived (you will be credited back on your second order).

KITCHEN NOTES Nigal Slater inspires local market shopping and home cooking in Tender, as he passionately and thoughtfully discusses vegetables from garden to kitchen exploration. Tender: A Cook and His Vegetable Patch, Ten Speed Press ($40). tenspeedpress.com.

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oUtdooR dining

World Financial Center (WFC)

In the Green

SuGGeStIonS For envIronmentally-FrIendly eatInG From dinegreen.com • • • • • • •

Walk or take public transit to/from your dining location. Make a note on your phone of sustainable seafood choices so you can make smarter choices. Tote your own coffee mug instead of using a to-go cup. Consider menu items lower on the economic footprint chain. Bring your own reusable container for leftovers. Only order what you’ll eat to avoid waste; take a doggy bag if do have leftovers. Choose to dine in a certified green restaurant. inegreen.com has listings for certified green restaurants sorted by city and zip code. Also, encourage your favorite restaurants to go through the certification process. PJ clarke’s, WFC, 285-1500; pjclarkes.com

Battery Park

Quality Burger, WFC Plaza, 786-0700; quality-burger.com

Battery gardens, 17 State Street, 809-5508; batterygardens.com

now oPen! shake shack, 215 Murray Street, 646545-4600; shakeshack.com

ciao Bella gelato, WFC, 786-4707; ciaobellagelato.com

southwest new york, WFC, 945-0528; southwestny.com

ed’s Lobster Bar, WFC Plaza, 3433236; lobsterbarnyc.com

FIdI

Fatty snack, WFC Plaza; fatty-snack.com gigino (Wagner Park), 323 Greenwich Street, 431-1112; gigino-trattoria.com

cipriani club 55, 55 Wall Street, 699-4096; cipriani.com

inatteso Pizza Bar, 28 West Street, 267-8000; inattesopizzabar.com

Harry’s italian Pizza Bar, 2 Gold Street, 747-0797; harrysitalian.com

Kaijou, 21 South End Avenue, 7869888, 786-9878; kaijounewyork.com

Financier, 35 Cedar Street, 952-3838; financierpastries.com

Le Pain Quotidien, 2 River Terrace, 227-2300; lepainquotidien.com

merchants ny café, 90 Washington Street, 363-6000; merchantsny.com

Liberty View, 21 South End Avenue, 786-1888; libertyviewrestaurant.com merchants River House, 375 South End Avenue, 432-1451; merchantsriverhouse.com

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adrienne’s Pizza Bar, 54 Stone Street, 248-3838; adriennespizzabar.com World Financial Center

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Beckett’s, 81 Pearl Street, 269-10001; beckettsnyc.com

Stone Street Restaurants

Locanda Verde, 379 Greenwich Street, 925-3797; locandaverdenyc.com

Burger Burger, 77 Pearl Street, 269-9100; burgerburgerny.com

Marc Forgione, 134 Reade Street, 941-9401; marcforgione.com

The Dubliner, 45 Stone Street, 785-5400; dublinernyc.com

The Odeon, 145 West Broadway, 233-0507; theodeonrestaurant.com

Living Room Bar & Terrace at the W Hotel, 123 Washington Street, 646826-8623; wnewyorkdowntown.com/ livingroom-bar-terrace

Petite Abeille, 134 West Broadway, 791-1360; petiteabeille.com

Mad Dog and Beans, 83 Pearl Street, 269-1177; maddogandbeans.com Smorgas Chef, 53 Stone Street, 422-3500; smorgas.com Stone Street Tavern, 52 Stone Street, 785-5658; stonestreettavernnyc.com Ulysses, 58 Stone Steet/ 95 Pearl Street, 482-0400; ulyssesfolkhouse.com The Vintry, 57 Stone Street, 480-9800; vintrynyc.com Waterstone Grill, 79 Pearl Street, 943-1602; waterstonegrill.com

TRIBECA

Trattoria Cinque, 363 Greenwich Street, 965-0555; trattoriacinquenyc.com Tribeca Grill, 375 Greenwich Street, 941-3900; myriadrestaurantgroup. com/tribecagrill

SOUTH ST. SEAPORT Barbarini Alimentari, 225 Front Street, 227-8890; barbarinimercato.com

Capsouto Frères, 451 Washington Street, 966-4900; capsoutofreres.com

Fresh Salt, 146 Beekman Street, 962-0053; freshsalt.com

Cercle Rouge, 241 West Broadway, 226-6252; cerclerougeresto.com

Heartland Brewery, South Street at Fulton Street, 646-572-2337; heartlandbrewery.com

Flor de Sol, 361 Greenwich Street, 334-8087; flordesolnyc.com

Il Porto, 11 Fulton Street, 791-2181; ilportonyc.com Johnny Rockets, 89 South Street, 212-227-7723; johnnyrockets.com Meade’s, 22 Peck Slip, 227-4087; meadesbar.com

The Harrison, 355 Greenwich Street 274-9310; theharrison.com Landmarc, 179 W. Broadway, 343-3883; landmarc-restaurant.com

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Nelson Blue, 36 Peck Slip, 346-9090 nelsonblue.com Pizzeria Uno, 89 South Street, 791-7999; unos.com Red, 19 Fulton Street, 571-5900; arkrestaurants.com/red Salud, 142 Beekman Street, 566-2220; saludrestaurant.net

City Hall

SUteiShi, 24 Peck Slip, 766-2344, 766-2345; suteishi.com

YOGO Food Truck

Follow That Truck!

Acqua at Peck Slip, 257 Water Street at Peck Slip, 349-4433; acquarestaurantnyc.com

Blaue Gans, 139 Duane Street, 571-8880; kg-ny.com

Edward’s, 136 West Broadway, 233-6436; edwardsnyc.com

DOWNTOWN EATS

Stuzzicheria, 305 Church Street, 219-4037; stuzzicheriatribeca.com

Beekman Beer Garden Beach Club, Pier 17 at South Street Seaport, 896-4600; beekmanbeergarden.com

City Hall, 131 Duane Street, 227-7777; cityhallnewyork.com

Edited by Murray Yanker. Photographed by Lana De Doncker and Tatum Bair.

CITY BITES

BLT Bar & Grill at the W Hotel, 123 Washington Street, 646-826-8660; wnewyorkdowntown.com/BLT

Food trucks are popping up all over the city as gourmet street food and some of the best deals in town. Locations vary from day to day and the easiest way to find them is on Twitter. Here are some favorites we’ve spotted Downtown: • Berry FroYo @berryfroyotruck – Frozen yogurt with fresh fruit toppings; a refreshing summer treat • Bian Dang @biandangnyc – Taiwanese lunch boxes • Bistro Truck @bistrotruck – Moroccan/Mediterranean-influenced menu • Comme Ci Comme Ca @chefsamirtruck – Great Mediterranean sandwiches with couscous • Frites ’n’ Meats @fritesnmeats – Burgers and fries • Jiannetto’s Pizza @jiannettospizza – Sicilian-style pizza and other Italian specialties • La Cense Beef @Icbburgertruck – Grass-fed Angus beef burgers • Red Hook Lobster Truck @lobstertruckny – Big Red rolls into Manhattan offering lobsters from Maine • Rickshaw Dumpling Truck @rickshawtruck – Executive Chef Anita Lo’s dumplings of many ﬂavors • Sweetery NYC @sweeterynyc – Mobile bakery offering brownies, croissants, sandwiches, homemade ice cream, etc. • Van Leeuwen Artisan @vlaic – Serving ice cream, homemade pastries and Intelligentsia espresso and coffee • Wafﬂes and Dinges @waffletruck – Belgian native Thomas DeGeest, serves up two types of waffles with a variety of dinges (Belgian slang for toppings)

EXTRA! EXTRA! View from the Top / Social Scene / Curb Uncovered

SOAPBOX DOWNTOWN caught up with 10-year-old NYPD horse, Lucky, and Police Officer David Dinkelacker at the Police Memorial Wall in Battery Park City.

Photographed by Lana De Doncker.

DT: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SUMMER SNACK? L: I JUST LOVE APPLES AND CARROTS. DT: WHERE IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO HANG DOWNTOWN? L: TROTTING THROUGH BATTERY PARK WITH THE BREEZE IN MY MANE AND THE KIDS SMILING AND WAVING. DT: WHAT’S THE HIGHLIGHT OF YOUR DAY? L: WHEN I CAN GO BACK TO THE BARN FOR A SHOWER AND A BRUSH DOWN...FEELS GREAT!

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Brooklyn Story author Suzanne Corso, Tracey Stewart, DOWNTOWN Publisher and CEO Grace Capobianco and Editor-in-Chief Andrea Tullman at our photo shoot in Mrs. Stewart’s home.

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Dr. Alexander Swistel of Weil Cornell Breast Center and honorary chair, Betsey Johnson at Young Survival Coalition’s In Living Pink event.

Monah Gettner with Corton chef and documentary star, Paul Liebrandt.

Community Board 1’s Julie Menin and Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver, at Downtown Hospital.

OUT ON THE TOWN WITH OUR FRIENDS, NEIGHBORS AND PARTNERS. The well-heeled crowd at the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic on Governors Island.

David Lamer, at Claremont Prep’s Annual Spring Gala at the TriBeCa Rooftop. Downtown Hospital’s Wellness Center ribbon cutting ceremony.

Drew Nieporent with his favorite magazine!

Graphic Caption in this space Grace and Syracuse University performers at the school’s gala. DOWNTOWN Board Chairman, Dr. Donald Roland, with Vanessa Williams at the Syracuse University Gala at Bobby Van’s.

Grace and Kathy Griffin at the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic on Governors Island.

Downtown Hospital’s Dr. Laura Forese at theWellness Center’s ribbon cutting ceremony.

James Repp, president of Young Professional Committee and DOWNTOWN’s fashion editor, Amanda Orlinsky.

Grace with model/activist, Christy Turlington.

Grace with actor Hugh Jackman, the event master of ceremonies, at the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic.

Grace with Today’s Hoda Kotb, host of the Reach Out and Read Program of Greater New York’s Cocktail Benefit and Auction.

DOWNTOWN at the Visionaire.

RUN-DMC’s legendary Darryl McDaniels, at The Rich Russo Show at 101.9 RXP. Grace with Kamie Crawford, Miss Teen USA 2010 at the Reach Out and Read Program of Greater New York’s Cocktail Benefit and Auction.

Ericka Zaky, news anchor at Channel 12 in Connecticut, Jennifer Merschdor, CEO of the Young Survival Coalition, and Chris Wragge, co-host of the CBS Early Show, at the In Living Pink event at the Crimson.

Cheryl Lefkovits, Fatima Roland and Dr. Albert Lefkovits at Dr. Donald Roland’s Vanity for Humanity event.

REARVIEW MIRROR

View from 400 Chambers Street Photographed by Tony Shi

Overlooking Battery Park City and the Financial District, this backyard scene was shot from the roof of the residence at 400 Chambers Street in Battery Park City.

Right: Entrance to First Shearith Israel Cemetery. Below: Interior shot of the cemetery taken in 1952.

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Color photograph photographed by Bettina Weiner. Black and white photograph courtesy of the Library of Congress.

First shearith israeL Cemetery

n September 7th of 1654, 23 Jews who had escaped the Spanish Inquisition held Rosh Hashanah services in New Amsterdam. They came to what is now New York via Portugal and then Recife, Brazil, and founded the Congregation Shearith Israel, which remained the sole Jewish congregation in New York until 1825—and remains the oldest in the United States. Asser Levy, the first Jewish houseowner in America, was one of those first 23 settlers. Many of the group’s members proceeded to establish some of America’s most distinguished Jewish families and personages. Poet Emma Lazarus, as an example, who penned the inscription on the Statue of Liberty (“Give me your tired…”) was a

member of the congregation. Revolutionary War veterans are buried in First Shearith Israel graveyard, and so is Jonas Judah, the first Americanborn Jew to enroll in medical school.

“Many of the group’s members proceeded to establish some of America’s most distinguished Jewish families and personages.”

The small graveyard was established as a New York landmark in 1966 and was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. Also known as Chatham Square Cemetery, it is almost hidden at 55-57 St. James Place, between James and Oliver streets, just south of Park Row, near City Hall. It was one of the few historic cemeteries that endured urban planning and renewal, which consistently moved historic cemeteries further uptown to create commercial space. As a result, it is the only 17th-century structure remaining in Manhattan. First Shearith Israel Cemetery is an almost unnoticeable, yet powerful, reminder of New York’s diverse past and the hardship endured by its early settlers. Governor Peter Stuyvesant called the 23 settlers “hateful enemies and blasphemers of the name of Christ.” Such comments are hard to reconcile with the compassion of Jonas Judah, whose tombstone reveals his self-sacrifice: “To the inhabitants of this city treating them with loving kindness / When they were visited with the yellow fever / He gave money from his own purse to buy for them beneficent medicines / But the good that he did was the cause of his death.” —Bettina Weiner

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