Text and photos by Stacie Joy
Dina Leor, owner of La Sirena, 27 E. Third St. between Second Avenue and the Bowery, is feeling emotional when I arrive to take her picture and talk to her about the challenges small businesses face during the coronavirus outbreak.
Dina recommends purchasing reusable bags for the shopping we’re doing right now — not to mention the recent plastic bag ban. Bags start at $3 (some perfect ones for little kids who may wish to have their own reusable shopping bags!) and go up to $35 for larger, oilskins versions.
There are also $4 prayer candles, Mexican milagros (religious/folk charms for healing miracles), and colorful rosaries. During this challenging economic time, Dina is offering an East Village neighbors discount if you mention you live in the neighborhood.
You can also support the store via its online shop here. She is also taking phone order (212-780-9113). Dina hopes to remain open as long as possible. Hours are noon until 6 p.m. daily for now.
Thanks for posting this. On my way to her store now to get some bags. Whomever can do so, show her some love!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing you !
DeleteSuch a beautiful store.
ReplyDeleteGracias, makes my heart sing !
DeleteDina is a sweet lady and La Sirena has hundreds of Beautiful Mexican Folklore gifts, I will stop by.
ReplyDeleteOrale Lola, thanks tambien Eres una dulcura !
DeleteGracia for this EV & Stacie Joy forK it real, keeping it sweet !
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ReplyDeleteDina, Sorry to hear that, I couldn't get there fast enough. Stay healthy, rest up and we will see you when you all this is over🙏
ReplyDeleteLola and all we are still open, meant we will be open 12-6 :-)
ReplyDeleteDina's shopping bags and t-shirts (and so much more) are excellent, her store is super cool, and she is wonderful. Thanks Dina, looking forward to stopping in again soon.
ReplyDeleteGracias amigo, great to have you come by & happy you liked what you got !
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