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May is Lower East Side History Month

The East Village Community Coalition is proud to serve on the Steering Committee of Lower East Side History Month: Exploring Our Past, Shaping Our Future! Lower East Side History Month is an annual celebration of the rich and diverse history of the Lower East Side. Taking place during month of May, LES History month is an […]

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Support the Landmarks Proposal for Tifereth Israel, 334 East 14th Street

Fifty years after it first got the attention of the Landmarks Preservation Commission, Tifereth Israel Town and Village synagogue is under consideration for landmarks designation. The 1866 German Romanesque building at 334 East 14th Street needs your support to receive this overdue, official recognition. Designed originally as a church and converted in the 1960s to […]

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First Tuesdays: “Art For Art’s Sake”

  Tuesday, April 1, 2014 6pm – 8pm Dorian Grey Gallery, 437 East 9th Street On View: Secret Gardens: Lowell Nesbitt & Philip Van Aver  SOCIALIZE  Meet your neighbors over drinks and small bites.  SHARE Enjoy current exhibit by veteran East Village artist Philip Van Aver.  SUPPORT Engage in your community.  Register today. About the Artist Though Philip […]

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Sign the petition to preserve the former H. Nieberg Funeral Home at 139 Ludlow

The East Village Coalition in partnership with Friends of the Lower East Side have launched a campaign to designate 139-141 Ludlow Street a New York City landmark. The unique Gothic structure was home to the H. Nieberg funeral home for more than fifty years. This commercial building with decorated terra cotta facade and preserved ground-floor […]

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Feb 24: Introducing EVIMA

you’re invited to… Introducing EVIMA a gathering with food, conversation and more information about the East Village Independent Merchants Association (EVIMA) Monday, February 24 7:00-9:00 pm Ciao For Now 523 E 12th Street (between Aves A & B) Light Snacks Provided East Village Community Coalition (EVCC) has been collaborating with small business owners in order to […]

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Resolution from CB3 Calls on de Blasio Administration to Return PS64 to the Community

December 17, 2013 Resolution from Community Board 3: Consideration of a resolution regarding community use of the former PS64, 605 E 9th Street VOTE: Whereas, 605 East 9th Street, the former P.S. 64 school building, also known as CHARAS/El Bohio Community Center, was a beloved community facility that served the Lower East Side community for […]

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The East Village Independent Merchants Association (EVIMA)

In 2013 EVCC began working with small business owners to promote and advocate for the small and independent businesses in the East Village. Using funding from AvenueNYC, a program of the NYC Department of Small Business Services, and the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, EVCC is working to develop a merchants association. A Steering Committee of […]

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Announcing the East Village Gift Guide!

The East Village Gift Guide presents 36 unique items found locally that make great gifts for this holiday season. These items are all from independently owned businesses throughout the neighborhood.  Copies of the East Village Gift Guide are available in both digital or print formats. Digital copies of the guide are available for download. Visit one […]

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Formula Retail Community Workshop: November 19th

EVCC invites you to voice your opinion about the current state of chain stores within the East Village. Join EVCC November 19th from 6pm-8pm at the Neighborhood Preservation Center, for a community workshop on Formula Retail. The workshop is open to all but space is limited. Please contact melanie@evccnyc.org or call 212-979-2344 if planning to […]

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