The Alphabet City Target is here and the mega-company made a huge unintended splash by re-purposing the iconic awning of legendary punk venue CBGBs to announce their grand opening. Continue reading “Just how punk rock is Target? As punk as their CBGB graphic tees”
Tag: Gentrification
When (and where) is the new Trader Joe’s opening in the East Village?
For as much information that was out there when rumors of a Trader Joe’s was going to open at 500 East 14th Street, we’re surprised by the lack of coverage over the last 6-8 months. (Update: 2019 rumors flying below)
Ost Cafe Closing: Last day in East Village is Sunday, Feb 26, 2017
Ost cafe’s last day in the East Village/Alphabet City will be Sunday, February 26th, 2017 according to a note that was posted on their window today. Continue reading “Ost Cafe Closing: Last day in East Village is Sunday, Feb 26, 2017”
Goodbyes: Iconic Pearl City Mart to close massive SoHo store in December
Pearl River Mart is a three-level department store you wouldn’t expect to see on the busiest, most tourist-heavy, bustling street in the heart of Soho’s retail center. Continue reading “Goodbyes: Iconic Pearl City Mart to close massive SoHo store in December”
The A, B, C and Ds of ALPHABET CITY (the “Not East Village” song”)
Two years ago when I first moved to New York, Avenues A, B, C and D were talked about as if they were apart of the East Village. And I happily went along not knowing better. Continue reading “The A, B, C and Ds of ALPHABET CITY (the “Not East Village” song”)”
Spike Lee vs. Michael Rapaport: The gentrification of New York City
Gentrification is a complicated issue. It becomes even more complicated an issue when you’re brand new to a city like I am to New York. Continue reading “Spike Lee vs. Michael Rapaport: The gentrification of New York City”
Best of East Village: Suprise! Surprise! (is closed)
I haven’t been in New York for very long, so I haven’t established deep relationships with local businesses. Still, in my short time, there’s a few businesses I’ve been lucky enough to “discover” that have long-term relationship potential Continue reading “Best of East Village: Suprise! Surprise! (is closed)”
How to find price per square foot in New York City by neighborhood
If you’re in the market to buy real estate, then you know that in order to get a sense of what’s a reasonable price for real estate in the area you’re considering, you have to pull the prices for similar homes in or near that area. Continue reading “How to find price per square foot in New York City by neighborhood”
