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 jayfingers:
Yesterday, I visited one of my favorite places in New York City, The Strand Bookstore. Located a stone’s throw away from Union Square, The Strand houses over 18 miles of books—new, used, rare, and even out-of-print. As its website states, it is a book lovers’ treasure trove.
One of the unexpected treasures I came across yesterday were a series of garments boasting artwork from classic novels. They included Capote’s In Cold Blood and Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby (as seen above) as well as Alice Walker’s The Color Purple, among others. Featured items included men’s and women’s T-shirts and sweatshirts. Very cool.
I’m definitely going back to cop a couple shirts. Oh, and I’ll probably pick up a few books while I’m there as well. If you live in NYC, or you’re visiting our fair city, I encourage you to stop by and check it out. You won’t be disappointed.
The Strand
828 Broadway
(between 12th St & 13th St)
New York, NY 10003
Neighborhoods: Greenwich Village, Union Square, East Village
(212) 473-1452
www.strandbooks.com
Union Sq - 14 St (L)
14 St - Union Sq (4, 5, 6, 6X)
14 St - Union Sq (N, Q, R)
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Some people still enjoy reading books, right?
From Cara Brininstool:
Our dear friend and cherished East Village dweller Mike Hamm passed away January 7, 2012. To pay tribute to him, we will do exactly what he would want us to do…dance. Mike Hamm touched many people’s lives, if you knew Mike please join us for a private celebration of his life.
mosaicmannyc:
Here’s Jim presenting his new pig mosaic to Matt Lindemulder of Porchetta on East 7th Street (btw 1st and A).
It’s the latest of Jim’s commissioned works for businesses around the ‘hood.
Matt: “I’m speechless.”
Be sure to stop by the shop, pick up a sandwich (they’re unreal) and check out Jim’s work.
And, once again, if you are a local business that might be interested in a commissioned work by Jim Power for your store:
E-mail nycjimpower [AT] aol.com or call 646-236-1547
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via esquared:
Rare Finds // The Upper Rust (445 E. Ninth St., 212-533-3953). Whenever I want to find anything specific, I go to this estate-sales haven. I’ve bought drying racks, little vases. I collect Nelson McCoy ceramic flower pots, which I find there.
— Chloë Sevigny (Insider’s Guide to NYC in the WSJ)
(photo: via kittylittered)
I’ve always found that place to be rather pricey for what it is. Then again, I’m not a movie star.
;-)
Anyone else have a favorite place in the neighborhood for great salvaged finds?
Happy Birthday, Ray!
As we reported earlier, Ray Alvarez of Ray’s Candy Store celebrated his 79th birthday in style with his now-annual birthday burlesque extravaganza at the shop on Sunday night.
He was joined by some friends and neighbors who came for cake and to raise a glass to Our Man Ray.
And, of course, for the show.
Ray was teased and tantalized by the lovely and talented Justine Joli.
While not one of the more traditional stages on which she’s performed, Justine got right into the spirit of things once she realized how special an occasion it was and how much Ray means to the neighborhood.
Only posting G-rated shots, but let’s just say Ray’s smile was wide! It’s not every day he has a star of screen and stage dancing on his counter…
Good times had by all.
If you’re in the area this week, be sure to stop by the store and wish Ray a very happy birthday!
Thanks to Ray’s friend and one-time employee, Ilya, for whipping the festivities together at the last minute. Happy to help!
More photos and reviews:
Via E.V. Grieve by way of Shawn Chittle
Via Lindsay Wengler
And thanks to everyone who came out!
Follow @RaysCandyStore on Twitter
Ray’s Candy Store on Facebook
And the lovely Justine Joli on Twitter @JustineJoli and Tumblr. (Her proper site is in the works).
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![mosaicmannyc:
Here’s Jim presenting his new pig mosaic to Matt Lindemulder of Porchetta on East 7th Street (btw 1st and A).
It’s the latest of Jim’s commissioned works for businesses around the ‘hood.
Matt: “I’m speechless.”
Be sure to stop by the shop, pick up a sandwich (they’re unreal) and check out Jim’s work.
And, once again, if you are a local business that might be interested in a commissioned work by Jim Power for your store:
E-mail nycjimpower [AT] aol.com or call 646-236-1547
Previously
Close-up:
Awesome!](http://www.tumblr.com/photo/1280/neighborhoodr-eastvillage/16466385959/1/tumblr_lybpcrfwQa1qlkuzw)
