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July 13, 2026

Trace Brewing vs. Bloomfield Neighbors

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Trace Brewing vs. Bloomfield Neighbors

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Trace Brewing in Bloomfield has been both dishing and taking a lot of heat online. About a week ago, they announced on Instagram that the brewery is pausing indoor drag shows and DJ sets because some of their neighbors are “racist and homophobic” and have been weaponizing a PA law that's led to armed state police at some events. Meanwhile, Neighbors of Trace say this is about the noise and mess along and beyond Graffiti Alley — and that before Trace opened, the owner promised not to hold events with amplified sound outside. Host Megan Harris is bringing questions about safe spaces, amusement permits, and more to Aadam Soorma, Trace's head of marketing and guest experience.

Notes and references from today’s show:

  • Trace Brewing fights for its right to party while its neighbors fight for peace and quiet [City Paper]

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