Recession as Art Curator, Empty Storefronts as Galleries

Instead of having their windows papered-over and blacked-out, empty storefronts in Chicago, New York and Paris are turning into makeshift art galleries. The property developers are happy to provide open community access to art, but are hoping the trend is temporary: “Please, get me some tenants.” |NYT|

Park Slope Mommies Ok With Dildo Shop

Hoping to cash in on horny Park Slope residents, sex shop Babeland is opening up shop on Bergen Street. One mami had this to say about the shop: “It’s normal. It’s healthy. I might visit it myself,” she said. She had one caveat: “As long as it’s sort of tasteful.” |NYDN|