![](https://tribecatrib.com/sites/default/files/imagecache/slideshow/1980.Warren St.1980 2.jpg "<p>This is Warren Street in 1980, looking west towards the upper level of the West Side Highway. Today you would see Whole Foods on the left and PS 234 on the right. The lone building in the distance is 179 West Street, last of the old buildings that stood on West Street. The 30-story 200 Chambers Street occupies that lot today. From "Tribeca: Four Decades in Pictures." Photographs by Carl Glassman</p>")
A Wishing Tree now glows Downtown. “Star Light Star Bright” is a star-shaped installation in the 140 Broadway Plaza that invites visitors to tie colorful ribbons of wishes to the many chains that line the structure’s steel frame. In addition, coming up on Wednesday, Dec. 11 and Wednesday Dec. 18, from noon to 2 pm, will be refreshments and live music. The installation, sponsored by the Downtown Alliance, continues through Jan. 9. Go here for more information.
The Artistic Crime of the Century Fifty years ago, French high-wire artist Philippe Petit performed a tightrope balancing act between the Twin Towers. A quarter mile into the sky, Petit walked and performed his way between the skyscrapers, without a net, for 45 minutes. Petit will talk with Museum Director Clifford Chanin about the event on Wed., Dec. 4, 5-7pm. Registration here to attend.
December CB1 Meetings Pot shop applications; extension of Duane Park; public access to Battery Maritime Building
Tribeca Holiday Sing Join the adult and children’s choirs of Church Street School for Music and Art in Bogardus Plaza for a Holiday Sing, Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 4:30 pm. Hot chocolate provided by Laughing Man. Bring lightly-used coats for delivery to New York Cares. The event, at Hudson and Chambers Street, is sponsored by Friends of Bogardus Plaza.
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Photo Exhibition American Photographic Artists will hold its 3rd annual exhibition from Dec. 3 to Dec. 8 at Soho Photo Gallery, 15 White St. The group show is juried by Michael Foley of Leica Gallery. Opening reception is Dec. 5, from 6 to 8:30 pm. Gallery hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 12 to 6 pm and Sunday, 12 to 5 pm. Below: “Staple Street Painter” by Linda Buongermino.
Free Day at Quest This Lifelong Learning Community for semi-retired and retired individuals offers a wide range of peer-led classes, from literature and history to science, politics, philosophy, as well as social activities. You can get a taste of Quest on Dec. 11. Visitors can sit in on a class, tour of the facility, and meet members. Registration required to attend. To learn more call 212.925.6625 x229 or write questlifelonglearning@gmail.com.
Decorate a Gingerbread House Everyone is welcome to join PS 150 for their annual Gingerbread Decorating Jamboree. Pre-assembled gingerbread houses, icing and all the candy you need to create your own unique house. Warm drinks and light refreshments included. Tickets are $90. Sat. Dec. 7. Session 1: 10 am-2 pm. Session 2: 2-4pm. PS 150 is at 28-42 Trinity Pl. Go here for more information and to buy tickets.
At PAC Time For Three, a Grammy and Emmy-winning ensemble, merge classical, Americana, and singer-songwriter styles with Charles Yang and Nick Kendall on violin and Ranaan Meyer on double bass. Dec 14 at 7pm at PAC (Perelman Performing Arts Center) at 251 Fulton St, Hear them below.