Note – Celebrating Red Hook 2015 will take place on Saturday, July 25th behind IKEA in Red Hook. All are invited – Free Admission!
Like many communities, Red Hook is defined by the people who have invested themselves and planted roots. In the case of Red Hook, which has faced threatened eminent domain in the 1960’s, a crack epidemic in the 1980’s, and a devastating hurricane just a few years ago, we have proven too strong to be dismayed by disaster or affliction.
The lure of Red Hook is more than the view of the Statue of Liberty. The lure is from the commitment of the people behind the facade of the buildings one sees while passing through.
Celebrating Red Hook is a festival we created to celebrate the amazing and fascinating people behind the magic of this community. Their artistry is only one layer; buried just below the surface of the craftsmanship, I have felt strength, kindness and loyalty.
The draw of Red Hook is the humanity of its people. Red Hookers include people from all steps of the economic ladder. The Red Hook Houses ensure that those near the bottom enjoy the neighborhood as much as the new gentrifiers do.
All are welcome in all parts of the neighborhood. They inspire each of us to reach beyond what we alone are capable of; they shine their inner lights to illuminate the greatness in others.
I’ve never been in charge of something this big. And I am humbled by the support, confidence, trust, respect and words of wisdom I have been offered these past few months. This is not a job I’ve done alone; I was embraced completely by the Red Hook community.
So if you’re reading these words, I ask you to have lots of fun on Saturday, July 25 at Celebrating Red Hook. In whatever capacity you choose to be a part of this moment, you have my extreme gratitude. I am thankful to be sharing it with the beloved community of Red Hook – and beyond. [slideshow_deploy id=’2657′]
LIST OF VENDORS:
Addabbo Health Center
The Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center, Inc. is a Federally Qualified Community Health Center established in 1987 to provide comprehensive health services to the poor, the medically indigent and/or medically underserved residents.
All about the Glory
All about the glory is an up and coming dress selection created by Red Hook’s very own seamstress Ms. Roslyn J. Chatman. Roslyn J. Chatman has been sewing and created styles starting with her now adult child and now setting new trends with the clothing she designs for her grandchildren. She is not shy about her craft and if requested she holds classes for those who are beginners.
Art & Anvil
I started to draw when I was a young child and today I keep drawing. Holding a pencil in my hand, I try to realize what is art, sculpture, where a stroke of the pencil and a hit of my hammer ends the craft and begins real art.
Artemis Quibble
Artemas Quibble is a jewelry and accessories design and production studio based in Red Hook, Brooklyn. For the last 18 seasons we have collaborated Donna Karan Collection making jewelry and belts. Additionally, we have our own brand of jewelry and accessories featured at the event.
Avon
This is the company that fights wrinkles with one hand and Breast Cancer with the other. That knows the value of a perfect lip, but still opens its mouth and speaks out against Domestic Violence. This is the company that not only brings beauty to doors, but also opens them. The company that supports 6 million Representatives worldwide.
Big Dawg Party Rentals
You may have noticed lately the bright blue trucks w/ a picture of a Big, Happy and Confident dog on them driving around Brooklyn, Manhattan , Queens and Long Island…they belong to Big Dawg Party Rental a nearly 2 year old party rentals company started by partners Mike Giordano and Brendan Quinlan and located at Pier 11 in Red Hook, Brooklyn. Giordano a former Wall St. veteran of 30 yrs and Quinlan w/ 10 yrs of commercial real estate background teamed up to create a exciting party rentals company where customer service and great equipment come 1st, all at fair prices! So the next time you see the “Dawg” trucks drive by , smile because you can know BDPR is a company who will treat you like “you have a friend in the business.”
Billion Oyster Project
Billion Oyster Project is an ecosystem restoration and education project aimed at restoring one billion live oysters to New York Harbor and engaging hundreds of thousands of school children through restoration based STEM education programs. Students at New York Harbor School have been growing and restoring oysters in New York Harbor for the last six years. They have learned to SCUBA dive safely, raise oyster larvae, operate and maintain vessels, build and operate commercial-scaled oyster nurseries, design underwater monitoring equipment and conduct long-term authentic research projects all in the murky, contaminated, fast moving waters of one of the busiest ports in the country. Together and with the help of many partners these students have restored over eleven million oysters. Thirty-six public schools have partnered with the project to provide authentic, place-based science and math lessons through the lens of oyster restoration. Each year, thousands of students participate in these learning opportunities.
Bite This/All Natural Dog Treats
Bite This dog treats are the kind of dog treats you would make for your dog if you had the time. They are cookies made from scratch using fresh ingredients such as carrots, pumpkin, sweet potato, peanut butter, flax seeds, organic milk, olive oil and eggs with no preservatives or anything artificial. We also make sweet potato and chicken jerky made with 100% sweet potatoes and 100% white chicken breast with all fat removed. More information at www.dogtreatsmadeinbrooklyn.com
Boro President Eric Adams
For the past three decades, Eric L. Adams has served the residents of the city of his birth as a police officer, state senator and coalition builder. In November 2013, he was elected to represent all of Brooklyn as borough president.
Boy Scouts of America
The Greater New York Councils (GNYC) is a local council of the Boy Scouts of America that serves the New York City area. GNYC has a unique organization in that it is sub-divided into boroughs, led by a borough executive, which are then divided into districts. This Council has helped over five million young people become “Prepared for Life” since its’ inception in the 1920s.
BRHA
The Brooklyn Historic Railway Association is a local non-profit group. We will be distributing information on our streetcar project as well as the Atlantic Avenue Tunnel, which was discovered by the associations Chairman Robert Diamond. By raising awareness we hope to move these projects closer to reality.
Brooklyn Bridge Realty
Have the best of both worlds…We’re a trusted neighborhood real estate firm backed by the power of the Real Estate Board of New York, the only true multiple listing service for brownstone Brooklyn. We have been serving this historic community for over 30 years. We are your Neighborhood Resource…For Everything! Knock on our door, click on our website, find us on… the New York Times, Brownstoner, Facebook, StreetEasy, Red Hook Star (of course!) and more.
Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce
The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce promotes economic development across the borough and serves as an advocate for its member businesses. Our mission is to promote a healthy and robust business environment throughout Brooklyn.
Brooklyn Monsters
Unique lampwork glass jewelry hand crafted with love in Red Hook, Brooklyn by NY native creator Stacey Sandow (Brooklyn Monsters, Pier Glass). Swing by to check out her NEW! Red Hook design. The Brooklyn Monsters are fierce, yet endearing and extremely gregarious. Now is a great time to start your collection and help YOUR Brooklyn Monster keep on keepin on …
Cacao Prieto/Widow Jane
Cacao Prieto is a crucial meeting place of traditions, dreams and technology devoted to the delicious art and science of cacao. Beans to Bar Chocolate and Liquor hand crafted and distilled in Red Hook, Brooklyn. 100% Organic. All cacao sourced from our self-sustainable, family farm in the Dominican Republic.
Cora Dance
Through its company, school and studio, Cora creates exceptional dance experiences while addressing the impediments that restrict individuals from accessing the art form. Cora fosters common ground among diverse people, allowing to connect more deeply with one another through the arts. All programs and performances at Cora are pay-what-you-can; no one is ever turned away based on what she/he can afford.
Event Merchandise
Stop by to check out our customized Celebrating RED HOOK to remember the day. We’ve got coffee mugs, t-shirts, posters and stickers just for you!
Danceable Projects
I am a movement oriented artist who will be showing a 10 minutes excerpt of a larger dance performance work title “And you sit there…” The work contains text and music playing with improvisation on spoken word and movement. Creation/Direction/Performance by Erick Montes-Chavero. Music by Wynne Bennet. Text by Erick Montes- Chavero
Deb’s Homemade Products
Deb’s Homemade Products offer a sense of traditional simplicity. Lotion Bars, Moisturizing Butters, Lip Balms, Liquid Soaps, Shampoos, Rose Oil, and more. They contain all-natural ingredients such as Shea Butter, Coconut Oil, Almond Oil, Vitamin E Oil, etc. Some of the essential oils I use are Lavender, Tea Tree, Peppermint and more. They don‘t only smell good they have beneficial qualities. They protect, moisturize and nourish the skin.
Ethan Rosenduft
Hailing from Brooklyn, Ethan Rosenduft uses recycled and found materials to create pieces that highlight the importance of familiar shapes. They are designed with colorful pin striping tape. Ethan also creates light boxes and acrylic glass pieces.
Fairway
The history of Fairway started in 1933 when Nathan Glickberg founded a small fruit and vegetable stand simply to support his family. Fairway Market has become so much more than a grocery store or a supermarket. We are like no other market and we mean it.
The Flourishing Preschool
At The Flourishing Preschool we believe in designing the classroom environment to support children moving and interacting the way the brain evolved to function best.he Flourishing Preschool is a new way to think about preparing children for career and college success. Letter, numbers, shapes, colors are important but we think that’s the least children can learn.
Fort Defiance
Fort Defiance is a restaurant located in the heart of beautiful downtown Red Hook, Brooklyn. Owner, St John Frizell named his iconic restaurant after the Revolutionary War fort that is credited by some for saving George Washington’s life. Fort Defiance is well known for their “Sunken Harbor Club,” a Tiki pop-up every Thursday night, as well as their classic and original cocktails.
Gerard Barbot
Greetings to one & all – My name is Gerard Barbot. I have been making unique one of a kind found object sculptures & found paper collages for the past 20 years. Along with exhibiting in museums & galleries I have made my artwork available by participating in pop-ups, street fairs, & many other diverse venues. If you are looking for that special gift that speaks to one’s soul, that says you appreciate reclaimed, recycled, repurposed objects then please visit me & see trash turned into treasure.
Get Hooked
Get Hooked offers Red Hook tee’s and hats with unique logos.
Good Fork
Built by carpenter husband Ben Schneider and chefed by wife Sohui Kim, The Good Fork is a mom and pop shop on to itself. It boasts an eclectic, globetrotting menu that has one foot in comfort food and the other in fine dining.
Goodness Juice & Smoothie Bar
An affordable NYC mobile Juice & Smoothie Bar! We serve up non-corporate, non-dairy smoothies and fresh juices during the spring/summers in NYC.
Look for us on Water St in DUMBO, outside of NYU, Washington Square Park, and The New Whitney Museum. “
Happs
Tyquan is a lifetime Red Hook resident who is well known in his community. He is a local celebrity and musician. His talents include producing music and videos, photography and sound engineering just to name a few. He was once the opening act for rap legend Rakim during Summer Stage. He will be selling urban/streetwear Hats and T-shirts based on old school hip hop styles. All funds made from the Hats and T-shirts will go towards creating his first 5 song extended play (EP) CD. You don’t want to miss his epic performance!
Harold Boynes
NewLife Productions will be selling water and fans to ward off the hot July sun.
Hometown Bar-B-Que
Hometown Bar-B-Que opened in Red Hook, Brooklyn, in September 2013. We specialize in authentic, pit-smoked meats prepared with the classic Southern technique of smoking and incorporating a variety of flavor profiles that represent our local communities.
Claire Lieberman
Claire Lieberman is a printmaker and jewelry designer based in Red Hook. Her original etchings and linoleum block cuts are hand-printed. She has a wonderful sense of design which also inspires her beautiful, one-of-a-kind, gemstone necklaces and bracelets. Lieberman has shown her art in exhibitions across the country.
IKEA
IKEA retailing started as an idea in the woods of southern Sweden more than 70 years ago. From catalogue production to store establishment and transferring know-how to IKEA retailers, we work to keep the IKEA Concept successful over time in an ever-changing world.
Investor’s Bank
At Investors, we’re proud of our strong commitment to serving our communities over the past eight decades. Our vision is to become the leading community-oriented bank in the region, while at the same time continuing to provide outstanding customer service.
Jewelry by Joyce
Unique, one-of-a-kind handcrafted jewelry inspired by mechanically themed dreams
Joe Coffee Company
We roast 100% of our own single-origin and blended offerings. Whether in the roastery or in one of our now 10 cafes, we strive to effect our deeply rooted core value proposition: the desire to build, maintain and strengthen community at every level from producer to customer.
John McGill
Original artwork and rustic wood frames by Brooklyn-based artist/craftsman John McGill. All pieces are inspired by live music or the Brooklyn waterfront. All of the musicians were painted live at local venues such as Jalopy Theatre and Sunny’s Bar, and the Brooklyn waterfront cityscapes were recreated entirely from memory
Kevin’s
Cozy, relaxed institution plating creative seafood dishes made with carefully sourced ingredients. Kevin cooks fresh seafood and unique brunch dishes in a graciously comfortable room with a view of his flaming pans or the cool light of Red Hook. One of our Street Shucks will offer West Coast Oysters and Little Neck Clams.
Red Hook Lobster Pound
Claws Up! The Red Hook Lobster Pound brings sensational lobster rolls and seafood straight from the Maine coast to our locations in New York City, Washington DC and Montauk, NY.
Made with Love Oils
Made With Love Oils specializes in handcrafted goods ranging from our all natural hair and skin care products (you can sample), natural handcrafted beeswax and soy candles, elegant hand designed glassware and much more! We will be giving away FREE BOOKS with each purchase. Also 25% of all proceeds will go towards CoYOUnity, an organization dedicated to teaching children in the community.
Manhattan Machine
If it is weird and you can’t really explain why anyone would want it, I can build it. Standby to learn the various ways I am great.
Mark’s Pizza
Hot fresh pizza delivered by bicycle fresh from their Van Brunt ovens to the festival. Cold beverages will be plentiful and satisfying.
Mazzat
A healthy lifestyle is a primary emphasis at Mazzat, featuring a selection of prime meats and seafood, always fresh vegetables, exclusively whole-wheat pastry and a minimal use of olive oil and dairy products.
Mere Mortals
Witkin aims to explore the light and dark places of the human psyche by stripping his subjects down of all baggage and artifice until what is before him is the pure essence of the subject.
Nancy’s Unisex Salon
Nancy’s Unisex is the premier full service hair salon in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. We offer a full range of service including cutting, styling and coloring. Our equipment is state of the art and our professional staff and friendly atmosphere make us a neighborhood favorite. Nancy’s Unisex Hair Salon – A Cut Above the Rest
Noble Tree Coffee
Nobletree is an innovative coffee brand of Farmers, Roasters, and Baristas based in Red Hook, Brooklyn, with proprietary coffee farms and a milling plant in Brazil. Nobletree is serving coffee grown on their award winning farms, and roasted in Red Hook, as cold-brew on tap and manual pour over.
Nomad General Store
Micah Rubin is a New York based travel and documentary photographer with a lust to explore. His hand-made lamps are made from items such as Edison bulbs, vintage microphones, industrial building supplies, copper pipe, and LED Bulbs.
NY Printing & Graphics
NY Printing & Graphics is a Brooklyn based full service print shop. By combining our services all under one roof — we are the partner you won’t find with your typical printer. We offer competitive pricing, fast turnaround, and the attention-to-detail customer service you are looking for.
Serving Red Hook for 10 years, located across the street from Fairway.
Peter Enterprises
Peter Waldman, or “Pete The Balloon Man” as known to all, is a local Red Hook institution, artist, glass blower & lovely human being. On the weekends, Pete can often be found delighting children of all ages with his balloon creations in Carroll Gardens Park.
Linda’s Knick Knack Corner
Linda is a lifetime Red Hook resident who is known for her outstanding entrepreneurship outside of being a black belt sensei in the martial arts of Karate. She is extremely talented in the arts and craft world and she will be displaying some of her best works along with a variety of children’s toys. A definite must see!
Big Ron’s Southern Station
Big Ron is a long time Red Hook resident who is known not only for his lively personality but also for his ability to throw down in the kitchen. With over 30+ years of experience as a chef, there is nothing he can’t make! He will have a delightful variety of some of his best flavorful dishes and snacks. A station definitely worth visiting!
Van Brunt Street Record Shop
When Bene Coopersmith opens a record shop, gems are unearthed. His record shop, called Record Shop, has just opened on Van Brunt Street and always has a classic tune on the turntable.
Red Hook Star-Revue
South Brooklyn’s Community Newspaper for Red Hook/Carroll Gardens/Columbia Waterfront District/Gowanus neighborhoods – some of the most interesting ones in Brooklyn. We are members of the New York State Press Association and multiple winners in their annual Better Newspaper Contest. “
Red Hook Justice Center
Launched in June 2000, the Red Hook Community Justice Center is the nation’s first multi-jurisdictional community court. At the Justice Center, a single judge hears neighborhood cases from three police precincts (covering approximately 200,000 people) that under ordinary circumstances would go to three different courts—Civil, Family, and Criminal. The Justice Center extends far beyond what happens in the courtroom. The courthouse is the hub for an array of unconventional programs that contribute to reducing incarceration, improving neighborhood quality of life and building public trust in government. These include Peacemaking, the Neighborhood Restitution Crew, the Red Hook Responder, Red Hook CARES, and the Red Hook Youth Court where local teenagers are trained to resolve actual cases involving their peers. The Center also has a housing resource center, which provides support and information to residents with cases in housing court.
Red Hook Winery
The Red Hook Winery began in concept in July 2008 and began crushing grapes one month later. With as many as 15 different New York vineyards, as many as 26 wines per vintage right here in Brooklyn, we are still a small, hand-crafted operation. We continue to discover what New York means in liquid form, letting the juice tell the story.
RHAP
Red Hook Art Project, Inc. (RHAP) is a non-profit organization that organizes volunteers to provide ongoing tutoring in visual art, music and homework help to under-served children and youth living in or near to Red Hook who have shown a previous dedication to visual art and/or music. We are located at 183 Richards Street in Red Hook. To learn more: www.redhookartproject.org
Ridgewood Savings Bank
Chartered in 1921, Ridgewood Savings Bank is the largest mutual savings bank in New York State, with over $5 billion dollars in assets. There are 34 branch locations serving customers throughout Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Westchester, Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Ridgewood Savings Bank provides a wide array of products and services including Checking, Savings, Retirement, Small Business Banking, Mortgage and Commercial Lending.
Rocky Sullivan’s of Red Hook
Chris Byrne and Derek Curtis moved Rocky Sullivan’s to Red Hook in July of 2007, continuing to foster the spirit of its original location at Lexington Avenue and 29th Street in Manhattan opened in the spring of 1996. We feature music, book readings, O’Donovan-Rossa Society and many other things. Come down and join us for a pint!
Scott Pfaffman LLC
Scott Pfaffman is presenting rarely seen drawings from his ongoing series “haircuts”. These small scale artworks are the result of fifty years of investigative mark making and represent the culmination of not caring what anyone thinks. Scott Pfaffman lives and works in Red Hook.
Shared Brooklyn Work Better, Live Better.
SHARED Brooklyn is a 3,000 sq ft coworking space located at 185 Van Dyke Street, Red Hook, Brooklyn. SHARED is designed for Architects, designers and likeminded creative professionals to share ideas, influences, resources, and amenities in a collaborative environment.
She-Weld
Marsha Trattner IS She-Weld. She-Weld specializes in home & garden furnishings, lighting, and sculpture. She-Weld is also the home of NYC’s first and only blacksmithing classes. Stop by to hear more about our expanded showroom and workshop facility in Red Hook, Brooklyn. Available at Celebrating Red Hook: Marsha’s new forged steel pie pans, iron jewelry, welded ornaments and more… or work with us to realize your own metal vision.
Six Point Brewery
Whether it is a Craft Ale, Crisp Lager or Cycliquid – each of our beers is a unique Sixpoint creation. The fountainhead of our creativity is not confined to the shackles of “style guidelines” because style simply has no guidelines. Style is boundless, amorphous, restless.
T.A.C.T.S
T.A.C.T.S (Takes A Community To Succeed) is a non-profit organization focused on uplifting the Red Hook youth. Our debut event: Red Hook’s 1st Annual Field Day, takes place 8/22/15 at Red Hook Stadium. Stop by our Wacky Tacky Vintage Photo Booth to find out more! www.tactsonline.org
Uncouth Vermouth
Uncouth Vermouth believes in transparency and commitment to sustainability. All ingredients are either foraged from untouched areas, or purchased from a farm that does not succumb to modification. Farmers, not distributors. Seasonal ingredients produce seasonal flavors to pair with our isochronal meals. What grows together, goes together.
United Health Care
Turning 65? Confused about Medicare? Medicare is baffling for everyone. In three steps, I can get you there. Education on the big picture, selection of coverage for your needs/budget and submitting all paperwork. Moving forward, I’m your health coverage advisor. A stranger on an 800 line or a professional focused on service? No questions there! As a licensed independent Agent I offer plans from many carriers. Robin Alexander Medicare, your best interests are my main concern.
Visitation Church
It is our hope that at Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in Red Hook, you’ll discover a place to belong, worship, grow and to experience God’s incredible Love for you! You are not here by coincidence!
Waterfront Wellness
Embarking on her continuous journey in the healthcare industry, Victoria gained diverse experience in rehabilitative therapy. Exposure to multiple Eastern and Western techniques and modalities allows Victoria to provide eclectic solutions in terms of total body treatment. Restless curiosity and keen attention to detail is mandatory in the field of medical massage in order to engage in whole body commitment and can be found right here in your hometown, Brooklyn. Victoria is also a bio-electrician, Physical Therapist Assistant and a rehabilitative Pilates instructor. She can be found at your local wellness center:
Whipped Pastry Boutique
Whipped Pastry Boutique is an artisinal, wholesale, gluten free bakery. Our made to order bakery products can be ordered by businesses and individual customers alike, either through our website, whippedpastryboutique.com or by phone, 718.858.8088. Orders are usually completed within 24 hours, and delivery is available for a nominal fee. We are oKs Kosher certified and peanut free!
Workshop Gallery Artists
A semi-collective atelier space dedicated to the celebration of cultural expressions, transparency in our processes, the sharing of our philosophies and a welcome to others with creative ideas.
All You Need is Love
Grace Vasquez is a flea marketer from Brooklyn. She started Doing flea markets in 2014 with her niece . She travels near and far to different flea markets to sell House ware, clothing, books and candy. Grace has exceptional charm that wins her customers over every time because she’s loving and passionate about life and what she does .
Dessolena
Lena, carpenter by trade brings an array of activities to the festival. Stop by to see what she’s up to!
For additional information about all these participants, please see their booths on Saturday. Most are accessible via a web search.
We thank each and every one of these good people for participating in this year’s Celebrating Red Hook!
