Empty Storefront Takeover

This week we are finally over our first hump with this project.
Please visit each site.

305 Main Street
Main and Van Houten Streets The Shoppers World “Diskon” Building
Main and Market 5th floor Windows
Market Street Eldorado Building

Thanks to Ekaterina Valiotis, Leo Iliakas,
Brian Egan, Beverly Imperato, Robyn Thompson, Jim Rielly, Ian Grinyer, CJ Treadway, Sadie, Therese Tolomeo, Patricia Quiros, Don Kommit, Kathy Benevento, the MacCrakens, Chris Mohammed, Jorge Sifuentes, Dan Shiver, Ronnie Emolo, Hugo Munoz, Brian Lopinto, Jamie Dykes, Sherri Ferrara, Maggie Rodriguez

Dear Friends:

The City of Paterson is in trouble. For years our city has been on a path toward destitution. Each year we face a continued destruction of our assets because of fiscal misfortune, mismanagement and natural disaster. An example of the persistent damage we witness is in the future of the Royle Mill building on Essex Street.

A Company from Purchase, NY is tearing down of the Royle Mill in Paterson, New Jersey. The Royle Mill is a historically significant building and is in excellent shape for its age yet the owner will “raze” the building and save on taxes.

Paterson is America’s first planned industrial city. The Royle Mill is a key building in interpreting the Industrial Revolution and our Heritage. The Industrial Revolution changed us as a civilization in a very short time frame and much of it’s beginnings happened here in Paterson and some very important inventions were developed at the Royle Mill. It is immoral to tear down this important structure when it is a piece in the puzzle that will be sorely missed later. To destroy any one of the most historically important buildings in our city compromises trust in what belongs to the community.

The history of the Royle Mill transcends Paterson…

This walking tour takes about 125 years to finish:)

Please, help us correct this and move on to rebuilding Paterson. Recently,  Victor Cruz came to Paterson,  the Inner City Ensemble returned and the Great Fall Historical and National Park continued promising us that Paterson is not abandoned. To correct this mistake requires no monetary loses if we rescue the building. But doing so preserves our rebirth and prosperity.

Below are media accounts of the Royle Mill’s potential demolition for your review.

http://www.northjersey.com/news/opinions/138183684_In_the_case_________of_Paterson_s_old_bricks.html

http://thealternativepress.com/articles/demolition-approved-for-19th-century-silk-mill

http://thealternativepress.com/articles/tax-appeal-strategy-site-of-vacant-19th-century

http://thealternativepress.com/categories/letters-to-the-editor/articles/save-the-royle-mill

http://www.northjersey.com/news/business/137464213_Owners_seek_permit_to_raze_vacant_Paterson_textile_mill.html?page=all

http://www.northjersey.com/news/opinions/editorials/137548488_More_than_bricks.html

http://www.northjersey.com/news/opinions/137548473_Saving_the_Royle_.html

Please read on:

Paterson is trying to salvage a major piece of American History and World Heritage.

Paterson has the assets to be a “World Heritage” site. Pamela Jerome has come to Paterson to let us know that this is a very real possibility.

This is our story, our legacy. The Royle Mill was sold and must remain intact. Though it is not public property, it is an important part of our tax base. It was outside the trust of the community to sell city treasures in the first place. Buildings are treasures and a testament to our heritage. These structures last through generations. Some are more important than taxes.

Paterson has to rebuild. We have the newest National Park and other assets.  The Corporation that is our city has made an error. Someone must know how to put an end to the direction we are going. Paterson sold many more of these buildings, low: to get ratables. However, as the economy continued to down turn, it became less expensive to tear a building down than it is to restore one. The option for the Developer: His taxes go down drastically if he levels his buildings. But this is counter productive and will further damage Paterson’s chance of recovery.

In Paterson there are numerous other developers who are ready to take advantage of this opportunity if we let it happen.

It is out side of the trust of this community to sell our assets in order to gain ratables and it is illogical to destroy the same building for the benefit of lowering the very taxes we hoped to gain by selling. Please help us in our struggle to see a vibrant Paterson revitalized with all of it’s many assets telling the story to future generations.

Her Royle Highness, still looking good!

7:30pm January 26, 2012

Photo taken earlier that day by Carl Burrows

and his “The Caribbean: A Coastal Experience” Show

He offered to take us there and we in our naive wishful thinking, agreed. So when he unwrapped his latest photos, we knew we were in the presence of a true artist! Sweet landscapes captured by a Caribbean dreamer shared by the enthusiasm of a world traveler.  Elvin has seen plenty of beauty in his travels as a pilot and his talent precedes his technique and precision. In a moment, he flies us in and lands a perfect image where we are transported by his craft to the place.

Join us in celebrating his photographic debut at the Ivanhoe. Reception with live music and refreshments on December 9, 2011 6pm

You can see the exhibit at the Ivanhoe from December 9-January 9, 2011.

I look forward to seeing you there.

IAM

Christine

See more about Elvin here:

events.linkedin.com/elvin-serrano-photo-show-866724

GoldenGirl FilmWorks Studios and Shaniece Entertainment, presents the 1st movie screening of “Angela’s Glory” starring Ilectra Scott-Cook, Andrea Bordeaux, Shashone Lambert, & Doug “DBail” Bailey hosted by Ivanhoe Artists Mosaic Inc.

Thursday & Friday November 17th & 18th, 2011 from 7-9 pm.
Admission is $10 which includes a donation to Ivanhoe Artists & a complementary copy of the film.

PLEASE RSVP via Facebook By NOVEMBER 12, 2011.

Each night only holds 50 people!! RSVP SOON!!

Thanks in advanced for your support!
Chynna

A band

Come hear the ambient, nu-jazz,
experimental music of this great band!
Something a bit different on our last Wednesday show this month!

October 26,
Doors open at 7pm,
Show starts at 8pm

Donations for the Band will be accepted!

Oh and BYOB, Refreshments also accepted at the door:)