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March 11, 2010
Blockshopper: 51 Condo Sales in the East Village within Last Year. Median Price? $875K
According to BlockShopper.com, there have been 51 condo sales in East Village in the past 12 months, with a median sales price of $875,000.via manhattan.blockshopper.com
Ray made the front page of The Villager this week in a nice write-up on Monday’s event.
Thanks to Associate Editor Lincoln Anderson for the story, and more so for coming out and showing support.
We also appreciate the shout-outs for The Official “Save Ray’s” Clothing and Accessories Line!
Read the full story here.
Ray’s building to get a “facelift,” but will it be uplifting for business?
Ray came into work Monday to learn of facade repairs on the building that houses his store on Avenue A, which is meant to begin this week and last supposedly through the next five months or so.
While an aesthetic improvement to the exterior of one’s building might be welcome on most occasions, that the storefronts will now have to deal with scaffolding obstructing their entryways in the prime summer months in an already difficult environment for businesses in the area means they’re none too thrilled about the timing.
It’s not just Ray’s store that is affected, as his building has a rather large footprint. I can’t imagine Yuca Bar is too happy —- might scaffolding preclude them from setting up outdoor seating (see picture below)?
Again, not the best timing. Not the biggest nuisance, but it certainly can’t be good for business…which is the last thing Ray or his neighbors need right now.
Somebody fetch the shoe polish…we’re gonna need to make Ray a sign:
Photo: “I Assure You We’re Open!” sign from Clerks
March 10, 2010
You know it’s almost spring in New York when…
You know it’s almost spring in New York when you spot a dude in the East Village wearing a kilt and a tourist in Union Square in jorts.
Bring it on Mother Nature…I’m ready for more sun.
March 8, 2010
March 8, 2010 - EAST VILLAGE: Announcing The Official “Save Ray’s” Clothing and Accessories Line!
Launching today, there are over 50 items available —- from t-shirts, buttons, hats, and mugs, to, of course, thongs —- all featuring Conrad Oakey’s original logo design!
For children of all ages! On sale now, with 100% of the proceeds going to Ray!
Check out the shop here.
Show your support today and help Save Ray’s!
(P.S. - Spread the word!!!)
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You can also donate to Ray via a PayPal account that’s been set up, as well.
Be sure to check in on Foursquare when you go to let your friends know where y’at.
About Ray’s Candy Store:
Ray’s Candy Store has been a pivotal part of the Lower East Side for 30+ years.
He is being threatened with imminent eviction. The loss of Ray’s Candy Store would be a terrible blow to the neighborhood, but more importantly it would leave 77 year-old Ray Alvarez (who is in the midst of legal battles to get the Social Security he is entitled to) with no income.
To read the latest, go to http://neithermorenorless.blogspot.com
If Ray has touched your life, or even if he hasn’t, please donate whatever you can, however small, to help save his shop.
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