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Spotted At 66 Greenpoint Avenue: For Rent
Given the rather troubled (and highly publicized) history of this address it will be interesting to see if Mr. Kelleran gets any takers.
Spotted On Greenpoint Avenue: Apology
It would appear that Vacate Order— while curiously absent from the front door— is still in effect at Coco66.
Hmm…
Miss Heather
P.S.: It would appear Coco66’s lack of a Place of Assembly permit has not gone unnoticed as well.
From The New York Shitty Inbox, Part II: Closed For Renovations?
The above item (which hails from the Village Voice and is a follow-up to their breaking story about the closure of Coco68 last Friday) was brought to my attention by my buddy over at Brooklyn11211. He writes:
I see they’re still closed down – but they have a perfectly logical explanation. It was just less confusing for all involved to reschedule their shows at other venues.
You can read this article in its entirety by clicking here. Otherwise I’ll leave you with yours truly’s favorite passage— with a little New York Shitty analysis thrown in for good measure!
Apologies for the confusion yesterday. Briefly: after you and I spoke we had a meeting at Coco’s and we all decided that since some shows were already moving to other venues this week, just because they were worried (rightfully so given your establishment saw fit to cram 400 people into a space allotted for 74, this can hardly be construed as “professional”), we would take this time now to take a couple days off and make some renovations to just kinda move forward and become a better venue with more space for people. So we are taking a couple days to do that. We were doing construction all night last night (I can personally attest to this. I can also attest that neither Coco66 nor Coco 68 have permits for any of the work they are doing.) , and all day today (more work without a permit, is the Department of Buildings reading this?), just in the back to have more space and do bigger and better shows (which we are not in fact legally entitled to conduct given we have neither a Cabaret License nor a Place of Assembly Permit*).
Miss Heather
*As someone in the know explained to me:
They absolutely don’t have a cab license. Must have zoning use group 12 on the CO and the description must read “eating and drinking establishment with no restrictions on entertainment.” Not even a PA. Hence the 74 max occupancy.
This is rather curious given the owner of Coco66 and Coco68 seems to be operating a construction company out of the latter.
One would think Mr. Kelleran would be aware legalities such as these. Hmm…
New York Shitty Day Ender: Under Construction
As of 9:00 p.m. this evening it would appear* that Coco 66 is installing a little dry wall. Hmm…
Miss Heather
*And sound
TOMORROW: The Don Project
This item comes from a chap named Vandal. He writes:
Hi, Heather.
I’m a friend of Jay Lombard and Rob Maher of Unleash/ Dog Habitat. They suggested to get in touch with you to possibly spread the word on our upcoming benefit concert for the film, “The Don Project”.
What is The Don Project, you ask? Well, you can follow their web site— or read their press release!
Emerging filmmakers Matthew Maguire, Dan Bowhers, and Vandal Truong team up for this powerful, intimate piece of cinema. the result is the short film, The Don Project- a little bit punk rock, and a little bit neo-realist. It is a “day in the life”, character study of Don, a dog walker and lingering skate punk scene-ster living in the current day of Brooklyn, New York.
The benefit fundraiser for the film is Saturday, July 17th at Coco 66 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. The cover is a mere five dollars. The bands lending their support are Invisible Lines, The Amboys, Black Water, and Cecilia Celeste. Partnering with the non profit group Dog Habitat, all the film’s profits will be donated to help fund dog rescues and adoptions.
Recently wrapped principle photography, the film is now in post production and gearing up for film festivals throughout the country. The Don Project was shot in numerous Brooklyn neighborhoods including Greenpoint, Williamsburg, Bushwick and Bay Ridge.
So there have you. Check it out!
The Don Project Benefit Concert
July 17, 2010 starting at 8:00 p.m.
CoCo66
66 Greenpoint Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11222
Miss Heather
From The New York Shitty Inbox: Noise Woes
A person we’ll call N writes:
Hey Heather,
I hate to beat a dead horse, but this problem just won’t go away. I was up again until 4am because of Coco66’s monthly dub step night. The 2nd Saturday of every month, Coco’s really loves to just blast that bass until the wee hours of the morning. I called 311 and made a complaint. The funny thing is, I looked up the status just now (as seen at left — Ed. Note) and it said the Police took action and fixed the problem, which is a most blatant lie. They didn’t do anything, as I said I was up until 4am. I’ve also contacted the Community Board twice now, once in May (never to hear a response) and again last week. At this point I don’t know what’s left for me to do other than move, which I really shouldn’t have to do if the city just upheld it’s own ordinance laws. Do you have any advice?
Although I have outlined the protocol for this kind of thing numerous times (and despite the fact it appears to not to be working for N so far) here they are again:
1. Contact Community Board 1 and forward all pertinent documentation— including 311 complaint numbers— to them. Their email address is: bk01 (at) cb (dot) nyc (dot) gov
2. Contact Assemblyman Joe Lentol’s Office. This too can be done quickly and easily via email: lentolj (at) assembly (dot) state (dot) ny (dot) ny (dot) us
3. Contact Councilman Steve Levin’s office. His email address is as follows: slevin (at) council (dot) nyc (dot) gov
4. Go to the next 94th Precinct Community Council and make D. I. Fulton aware that the officers under his watch did not resolve the noise problem to your satisfaction. I suspect the next meeting will, unfortunately, be in September. But you should contact them via telephone and confirm this.
5. And in N’s case talk to your neighbors and see if they too are experiencing sleepless nights due to CoCo66’s din. The more people you have following steps #1 through #4 the better!
In closing (and in reference to point #5), has noise from CoCo66 (or CoCo68, for that matter) been a problem for you? If so I’d very much like to hear from you. Please tender you two cents via comments or email at: missheather (at) thatgreenpointblog (dot) com. Your identity will remain anonymous if you so desire. Thanks!
Miss Heather
From The New York Shitty Inbox: Girls Night Out
Anthony of Serious Lunch writes:
Hi Miss Heather
Long time reader and such and such.
Our Greenpoint based comedy group SERIOUS LUNCH just released a new video featuring Ellie Kemper from The Office and Hope Davis. The best part is that it was shot right here in the neighborhood at Anella, Coco66, and East River Tattoo. Check it out.
I know you don’t really post sketch comedy stuff, but it prominently features the neighborhood. Hope you enjoy!
I can’t honestly say I “get” this. But then again yours truly’s wedding entailed a surreptitious trip to Brooklyn Municipal Hall (via the G train, no less) on Halloween. Shortly there after we had our photo taken in front of an inflatable scab-busting rat. The men protesting found this tremendously entertaining. We emailed this photo along with a scan of our marriage certificate to our respective families to announce the good news.
One of my more religious relations actually got upset I wasn’t married in a church. I imagine this person wanted me to wear a white dress as well. No dice. This here bride wore black.
Miss Heather
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