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Renaissance joined our non-profit partners and local elected officials for a successful Small Business Fair in the East Village Oct. 23.

State Senators Brian Kavanagh and Brad Holyman came by the event at Downtown Art on East 4th Street. Representatives from City Councilmmber Carlina Rivera’s office were there, as well, to address the concerns of small business owners.

Renaissance co-hosted the fair with the East Village Community Coalition (EVCC), Cooper Square Committee, East Village Independent Merchants Association (EVIMA). We offered counseling services and resources to small businesses, including assistance with legal, financial and marketing issues.

A special thanks to our sponsors, U.S. Rep. Nydia Velazquez (honorary co-host)) City Council Member Carlina Rivera, State Sen. Harvey Epstein, State Sen. Brad Hoylman, State Sen. Brian Kavanagh and Community Board 3.

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