Nook and Cranny Books, just steps from Roosevelt near Cowen Park, is a community-driven bookstore featuring diverse genres, queer lit, BIPOC authors, and translated works. Owner Maren Comendant also hosts book clubs, open mic nights, and trivia — all are welcome.
Roosevelt 1A, an L-shaped 198-unit apartment complex near light rail, has partially demolished its site with two structures remaining. Once flagged for vacant-building violations, both cleared inspections in 2024, though construction financing continues to delay the project’s timeline.
Our Business of the Month for May 2026 is JoyCuts, a hair and color salon for men and women run by Virginia Siler.
The latest on: Councilmember Dionne Foster’s June 3 meeting visit, Roosevelt Reimagined art project, June events including Trivia Night and Adopt-A-Street cleanup, new business Mama Grande’s Cafe, and a spotlight on Business of the Month An Nam Pho.
Jenkins Properties is replacing the fire-damaged original Roosevelt Manor with a new 8-story, 131-unit building featuring commercial space and affordable units, targeting a 2027 opening. Construction began in 2026 following the previous building’s tragic 2024 fatal fire.
An Nam Pho, a cozy Vietnamese restaurant on Roosevelt Way since 2014, serves phở made with 100% ribeye beef, banh mi, and more. Owner Ken, from a family of restaurateurs, is taking over direct involvement of the Roosevelt location starting May 1st.
Last year, the inaugural Rooted in Roosevelt festival brought together more than 1,000 neighbors for a day of live music,
The annual Rooted in Roosevelt neighborhood celebration returns September 19th, 2026! Get involved early: apply to design the event poster or perform, help fundraise to keep the event going, or spread the word.
Brooklyn 1B, a 7-story, 77-unit affordable housing project near Roosevelt High School, will replace two derelict, fire-scarred houses at 1309 and 1311 NE 66th St that remain under city vacant-building monitoring despite years of demolition permits and safety violations.
The latest on: Rooted in Roosevelt festival returning September 19 with calls for artists and musicians, upcoming community events including litter pickup, trivia nights, and a clothing swap, a spotlight on Chance Encounter Games, and ways to join or support the Roosevelt Neighborhood Association.
