"Sonny's Corner has opened in the former home of beloved bar Pencil Factory, which shuttered last summer after 25 years in business. Sonny's hasn't messed too much with Pencil Factory's proven success: Its vibe, layout and interiors are quite similar to those of the previous business. Residents just seem happy the space has remained a bar, and one run by local business owners."
"A New American bar and restaurant called The Vaux Social officially opened in The Vanderbilt's old corner space on Feb. 19. The restaurant is inspired by London's public houses and offers an assortment of comfort food and classic cocktails in a dark, academic-feeling atmosphere. Menu highlights include three "teeny" martinis for $20, the creamy risotto with butternut squash ($25) and, for dessert, the sticky toffee pudding with butterscotch sauce ($14)."
"A new collective space for collaborative crafting called Make Fun Studio is now open on Tuesday evenings, by appointment and with 24/7 access for members. The makerspace offers a 1,000-square-foot studio to work in the company of others. Patrons are supplied with glue guns, project storage, cutting tables and fabric, among other materials to assist in the creation of crafts large and small."
New York City's commercial landscape undergoes constant transformation as businesses frequently open and close. Gothamist introduces a seasonal column to track these changes across restaurants, bars, shops, and other establishments. Recent openings include Sonny's Corner, a bar occupying the former Pencil Factory space while maintaining similar aesthetics and community appeal. The Vaux Social, a New American restaurant inspired by London public houses, opened in February offering comfort food and cocktails. Make Fun Studio provides a collaborative makerspace with crafting supplies and flexible access. Big Reuse, an environmental nonprofit thrift store and community hub, expanded with a second Bushwick location, continuing its mission of offering second-hand goods and community services.
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