Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 23/05/2026Meet Sky, a Scottish Fold, now on duty at an East Village convenience store (Love Story on 3rd St nr Ave B) 📷 @staciejoy.bsky.social #Caturday 0343
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 18/04/2026Around the clock again: Veselka’s weekend overnight service is back... as of yesterday. (Only at the original East Village location, 2nd Avenue & 9th Street.) 📷 by @staciejoy.bsky.social 1193
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 17/04/2026Before the condos: “No Picnic,” Phil Hartman’s 1986 East Village neo-noir, is back in a new 4K restoration at Film Forum. The film premiered at the 1986 Sundance Film Festival. Read our Q&A (via @staciejoy.bsky.social) with Hartman, the founder of the Two Boots Pizza empire, here: bit.ly/4vxkkff 0142
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 11/04/2026Scenes from opening night (4/10) at Howl! Happening for “Arturo Vega: the merch master,” a Ramones-centric exhibit showcasing items designed by or licensed by Vega, drawn from his personal archive. 6 E. First St. (btw 2nd Ave/Bowery) Wed–Sun, noon–6 p.m. through May 24 📷 by @staciejoy.bsky.social 062
Reposted by Stacie JoyMarjorie Ingall @marjorieingall.bsky.social · 07/04/2026Feh. Ironic to lift an entire article (and make it look like an endorsement!) without permission from our awesome hyperlocal news site @evgrieve.bsky.social and use the headline "It's as if they think they create their own law." @bradlander.bsky.social WOULD NEVUH. hellgatenyc.com/dan-goldman-...hellgatenyc.comDan Goldman Lifted Entire EV Grieve Story for Campaign Flyer—Without PermissionLegal experts say the congressman's flyer plays "fast and loose" with federal copyright law. 141
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 08/04/2026[Despite the cold temps] 2 signs of spring in the East Village. The first blooms on the wisteria at 35 Stuyvesant St., and the return of the fruit-veggie vendor on 1st Avenue at 6th Street. [Wisteria pic via a reader; vendor photo by @staciejoy.bsky.social] 0133
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 25/03/2026Today marked the 115th anniversary of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire in NYC. The annual ceremony honors the 146 garment workers — mostly young immigrant women — who died in 1911. Volunteers also chalked victims’ names outside where they lived on the Lower East Side. 📷 @staciejoy.bsky.social 0318
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 18/03/2026Today on EVG: What it’s like living among 2 fraternities in 1 East Village residential building. Interview by @staciejoy.bsky.social bit.ly/3PJ1lxz 092
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 03/03/2026We have an interview with the founders here via @staciejoy.bsky.social — evgrieve.com/2026/03/the-...evgrieve.comThe New Colossus Festival returns this week for its biggest year yetEV Grieve is the leading news, entertainment and lifestyle blog about the East Village of New York City. 041
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 13/02/2026Photos & reporting by @staciejoy.bsky.social 1144
Reposted by Stacie JoyEmily Flitter @emilyflitter.bsky.social · 10/02/2026Beloved NYC East Village neighborhood blog @evgrieve.bsky.social, which normally tracks news like restaurants & store openings & closings or cultural events like concerts in the park, is now reporting on ICE detentions evgrieve.com/2026/02/an-i...evgrieve.comAn immigration detention, a waiting room, a family in limboEV Grieve is the leading news, entertainment and lifestyle blog about the East Village of New York City. 04517
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 25/01/2026A few East Village snow scenes today between 11 am and 2 pm. And the snow has turned to sleet for now. 📷 @staciejoy.bsky.social 1285
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 29/12/2025The East Village is remembering Stella Soltowska of Ray’s Candy Store (113 Avenue A). Stella, who worked at Ray’s for nearly 50 years, died last week at age 80. A memorial has formed outside the shop. Friends note the best way to help is to stop by and support the store. 📷 @staciejoy.bsky.social 0387
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 07/12/2025The 34th annual tree lighting in Tompkins Square Park is scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 14, from 4-5 p.m. Parks workers were putting lights on our delightfully askew tree this afternoon. 📷 @staciejoy.bsky.social 0162
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 28/11/2025The "50 Years of PUNK" show opens tonight (11/28) at the Ki Smith Gallery, 170 Forsyth St. on the LES. We got a sneak preview as John Holmstrom, the co-founder, editor, and illustrator of PUNK Magazine, and Ki Smith set up the show. Up through Jan. 11. Weds-Sun noon-6. 📷 by @staciejoy.bsky.social 0115
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 22/11/2025For the 1st time, Streecha Ukrainian Kitchen has a menu posted outside its basement spot at 33 E. 7th St. in the East Village. A small but notable addition for a 51-year, no-frills staple run by volunteers to support St. George Ukrainian Catholic Church. Open Fri–Sun, 9–5. 📷 @staciejoy.bsky.social 0143
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 21/10/2025City officials, the Basquiat family and community members gathered today to unveil “Jean-Michel Basquiat Way” — the stretch of Great Jones St. between the Bowery & Lafayette. The artist lived & worked at 57 Great Jones St. from 1983 until his death in 1988. 📷 by @staciejoy.bsky.social 24512
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 20/10/2025The best in show today at the 35th Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in the East Village — "Cereal Killers." 📷 by @staciejoy.bsky.social 0124
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 12/09/2025Missing/Stolen Cat signs are up around the East Village for Rhaenyra the Dragon Kitty. The 4-month-old kitten A man took her on Saturday afternoon from MJay Convenience at 44 Avenue A. Leads? Call (929) 584-1084. There is a $500 reward for her return. 📷 @staciejoy.bsky.social 041
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 28/08/2025Last night, @idlesband.bsky.social played a surprise (and sweaty) 12-song set at Night Club 101 in the East Village ... ahead of the release of the soundtrack 8/29 for Darren Aronofsky's "Caught Stealing." Pics by @staciejoy.bsky.social 042
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 20/08/2025Thanks to @staciejoy.bsky.social for her ongoing attention to this issue... 092
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 17/08/2025Last night, Austin Butler, his 'Caught Stealing' co-star Zoë Kravitz & director Darren Aronofsky stopped by the Double Down in the East Village to celebrate the actor's bday. The cake was a lifelike version of Tonic the cat, the feline who plays Bud in the film, out 8/29. 📷 @staciejoy.bsky.social 171
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 01/08/2025Crowds packed the new Lidl this morning for the long-awaited grand opening of the German brand's first Lower East Side food market at 408 Grand St. at Clinton. The bakery was a big hit. There was also a union protest to start the day. Pics by @staciejoy.bsky.social 0111
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 12/07/2025For your #caturday consideration: Introducing Rhaenyra, the Dragon Queen Kitty at the smoke shop on Avenue A between 3rd and 4th streets in the East Village. 📷 @staciejoy.bsky.social 0475
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 11/07/2025East Village resident Anika Chowdhury appears on season 4 of “The Great American Recipe” on @pbs.org starting tonight (Friday, July 11, 9 pm ET). We’ll be cheering her on as she represents both food and recipes from her native Bangladesh and this neighbor that she loves. 📷 @staciejoy.bsky.social 0102
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 01/07/2025A new DOT CityBench appeared late Thursday night, midblock on 3rd Street in the East Village, and in front of a residence. The placement has left residents scratching their heads. It is not near any transit, hospital, shopping area, etc. 📷 by @staciejoy.bsky.social 071
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 20/05/2025Yesterday afternoon, FDNY Engine 28/Ladder 11 received a call that Nico the cat had escaped and was stuck high up in a tree outside his East Village home. You can read more about the rescue captured by @staciejoy.bsky.social here: evgrieve.com/2025/05/me-w... 0324
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 14/05/2025This a.m., the Whole Foods Market Daily Shop debuted at 409 E. 14th St. in the East Village/StuyTown.The smaller-format store (10,000 SF) offers more grab-and-go items and a Juice & Java outpost. @staciejoy.bsky.social got a preview yesterday if you want to know more: evgrieve.com/2025/05/firs... 272
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 29/04/2025This year marks the 15th anniversary of the Lower East Side Film Festival. Here, @staciejoy.bsky.social talks with East Village residents Tony Castle and Roxy Hunt, organizers of the fest that starts on Thursday. evgrieve.com/2025/04/abou... 081
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 11/04/2025Boris & Horton, NYC's first dog café when it opened in 2018, is back — this time with new ownership and a fresh vision. The café reopens tomorrow (4/12) on Avenue A in the East Village under owners Carol Krakowski and Ben Kaufman. Details: evgrieve.com/2025/04/firs... 📷 @staciejoy.bsky.social 1183
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 10/04/2025Mount Sinai Beth Israel closed this morning at 8 despite a legal battle to keep it open. Crews removed signage from the facility on 16th Street and 1st Avenue. The hospital began scaling back services in September 2023 due to financial losses & declining inpatient volumes. 📷 @staciejoy.bsky.social 293
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 05/03/2025The latest — and largest — New Colossus Festival is underway with 200+ bands playing at East Village and Lower East Side venues through Sunday. @staciejoy.bsky.social talked with co-founder Steven Matrick about how the Festival has evolved and what to expect this year. evgrieve.com/2025/03/q-wi...evgrieve.comQ&A with Steven Matrick, co-founder of the New Colossus Festival, taking place this week at East Village and Lower East Side music venuesEV Grieve is the leading news, entertainment and lifestyle blog about the East Village of New York City. 0172
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 03/03/2025Longtime East Village bar Lucy's begins a new era tomorrow on Avenue A. Lucy's, now owned by Golden Age Hospitality, underwent renovations recently. @staciejoy.bsky.social stopped by a preview night and found the place pretty much like she remembered it — only a bit spiffier. Lucy was there too. 1221
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 16/01/2025You can read our Q&A with the band here: evgrieve.com/2024/10/band... 061
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 16/01/2025Genre Is Death is my favorite local NYC band at the moment... photos here from last week at TV Eye by @staciejoy.bsky.social 171
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 11/01/2025Meet Bash, the new puppy that belongs to Will Kroeze, pastor at Trinity Lower East Side... 📷 by @staciejoy.bsky.social 1261
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 03/01/2025Cookie Puss alert! ICYMI: A Cinnabon/Carvel combo shop is coming to 430 E. 14th St. between Avenue A and First Avenue in the East Village. It is said to be opening soon, and we can relive childhood memories of cakes like Fudgie the Whale and Cookie Puss! 📷 @staciejoy.bsky.social 1121
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 13/12/2024This photo from September by @staciejoy.bsky.social was the most liked, commented on, etc., this year over the 'gram. As noted then, the upstairs-downstairs block of Indian and Bangladeshi restaurants at 93 First Ave. was down to one. Bringing this up because ------> 1/2 1153
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 15/12/2024Day 2 of the Cookie Walk at St. Nicholas of Myra Orthodox Church on Avenue A and 10th Street is today from noon to 3 pm. It's good old-fashioned holiday fun where the Santas aren't obnoxious. Pics from Day 12 by @staciejoy.bsky.social 071
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 22/12/2024Remembering Joe Strummer (aka John Graham Mellor), who died on this day in 2002 at age 50. In 2004, Dr. Revolt created the first of several iterations of the Strummer mural outside Niagara on Seventh Street and Avenue A in the East Village. 📷 Friday by @staciejoy.bsky.social 1192
Reposted by Stacie JoyEV Grieve @evgrieve.bsky.social · 31/12/2024Renovations continue at 101 Avenue A, where the owners of Baby's All Right are teaming up with the Knitting Factory for a new venue called Night Club 101 in the East Village. We got the first look at the work-in-progress space, the former Pyramid Club and Baker Falls. 📷 @staciejoy.bsky.social 2151
