We give local residents a voice and ensure their views are heard by policy makers, business owners and partner organizations. We conduct neighborhood surveys, encourage engagement and, inform and educate the community on important local issues.
Check our Events page for upcoming opportunities, or reach out through one of our many channels.
Many of our neighborhood’s historic buildings have incredible stories to tell. We help preserve and protect our streetscape by working with local partners, city and state officials and policy makers, as well as residents and business leaders on zoning, landmark designation and the creation and expansion of Historic Districts.
Check out our Neighborhood Resources and stay tuned for more interactive ways to explore our Historic Districts and Landmarks!
There are many ways to protect the future of our neighborhood, while enjoying it as much as possible today. Our walkable, tree-lined streets and community gardens are one of the reasons people love the East Village. Open Streets, better public transportation and expanded recycling and composting programs are a few things we champion in order to protect the East Village for generations to come.
See current sustainability issues impacting the East Village
Independent shops and services are an essential part of life in the East Village. From culturally symbolic restaurants to independent bookstores, kooky vintage shops to holistic pet stores, our merchants are the lifeblood of the neighborhood and are a reflection of historic roots of our community.
The EVCC continues to press for any and all measures to support the small businesses that keep our neighborhood vibrant, diverse and magnetic.
Explore our interactive directory of local independent shops and services.
Or, dig deeper into important issues on Retail Diversity.
Plastic Free July is a great opportunity to highlight the ways we can each reduce plastic usage in our lives. If you’re interested in learning more, @CommonCompost will be sharing tips throughout the month. You can make small changes in your daily habits, and take action in your community. Take on the Plastic Free Pledge at PlasticFreeJuly.org!
If you order take-out or delivery, please remember to Skip the Stuff!
The LUNGS CSA (Community-Supported Agriculture) is a pay-as-you-go program for gardeners, friends and neighbors who want to enjoy fresh produce without purchasing a seasonal share.
For $15, you’ll get a bagful of fresh and healthy produce! Just sign up and pay one week in advance. You can start or stop anytime; there’s no long-term commitment.
Pickup your produce bag every Friday at Decolores Community Yard (313 E. 8th Street between Aves A & B) from 5-7 PM. You can find more information (including how to pay) at https://lungsnyc.org/csa/
Stop by B&H Dairy at 127 2nd Avenue, 10 AM Tues July 1, when Senator Brian Kavanagh will present B&H Dairy Kosher Vegetarian Restaurant with the NYS Historic Business Preservation Registry award! Congrats to Fawzy and Ola for this recognition which is granted to businesses who have been in operation for more than 50 years!
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