On October 1 2021, still experiencing the effects of a global pandemic, we optimistically signed the lease for 167 Avenue B, planning on opening an alcohol free bar. Hedging our bets, we knew we'd be serving coffee and tea and utilizing part of the space for quirky gifts, unsure how a social space that LOOKED like a bar but that didn't serve booze would go over. Since that day, we've been on quite the rollercoaster ride! We've had people come in asking for actual booze, resulting in the explanation that, yes, we are a bar, but no, we don't serve alcohol. We've had to rethink our coffee service, learning how to make that all happen. We've turned over half of our shelf space to NA products, when the biggest NA bottle shop franchise in America closed its doors. Over 40 press outlets have featured us on air and in print, as well as online. And we've watched as alcohol free spaces opened up across the country and here in NYC.
To say we weren't sure how it all would go would be an understatement! But we couldn't be more pleased with how "on vision" things are, currently, and how well the public has embraced what we are doing. We have YOU all to thank! And we are going to celebrate YOU!
We will also be kicking off Sober October! You can expect 31 days of sober-centric events, from our monthly Enchanted Card Party to sober dating night, our monthly Queer Meetup to a Full Moon party, and more!
Join us for an evening of celebrating three years of pure vision, occasional stumbling, finding our footing, and thriving! We'll have treats and giveaways, and a complimentary toast to more years of sober celebrations. Cheers!