The Park Slope Civic Council is over a hundred years old, but that hasn't stopped the organization from re-thinking, re-exploring, and debating. At their meeting on February 2, the council trustees passed a resolution which affirms their support of New York City's sanctuary city status. SJ Avery, co-chair of PSCC's Forth on Fourth Avenue Committee … Continue reading ‘Nurture, Defend, Celebrate’: Park Slope Civic Council Endorses NYC Sanctuary City Status
Man Wielding Bolt Cutter Attacks Kensington Neighbors At Ocean Parkway Apartment: Sources
A man threatened, taunted, and nearly busted through the front door of a Kensington building apartment last Saturday night, neighbors say. And although the incident is disturbing, the victims are also very concerned about having to wait for over an hour for the police to arrive. The incident took place on Saturday, February 4 at approximately … Continue reading Man Wielding Bolt Cutter Attacks Kensington Neighbors At Ocean Parkway Apartment: Sources
One-Woman Play In A Bathtub Returns, Broken Bones And All
It's been a long, strange, soap-suds covered international trip for Siobhan O’Loughlin. But lucky us, because her notable, one-woman play Broken Bone Bathtub is back in our neck of the woods and coming to an apartment bathtub near you. Brooklyn-based writer, performer, activist, and award-winning playwright O’Loughlin has been touring Broken Bone Bathtub internationally, and we’re looking forward to having … Continue reading One-Woman Play In A Bathtub Returns, Broken Bones And All
Yemeni-Americans Stage ‘Bodega Strike’ And Rally In Response To Trump Travel Ban
Brooklyn Borough Hall was packed even before the night had begun. Thousands of Yemeni-Americans and supporters showed up in the late afternoon yesterday in Downtown Brooklyn for a prayer gathering and protest against President Donald Trump's Executive Order which he signed last Friday to block refugees and other "foreign-born individuals" from entering the U.S. from … Continue reading Yemeni-Americans Stage ‘Bodega Strike’ And Rally In Response To Trump Travel Ban
Beer, Butcher, Coffee, And A Meal Served Up At Sleek And Warm A&E Supply Co.
The intersection of 4th Avenue and 15th Street on the Park Slope/Gowanus border is under construction. However, one corner is ready for your visit. Welcome to the quirky and comfortable A&E Supply Co. (548 4th Avenue) -- a food and drink venue which is far too interesting for us to easily assign a food venue … Continue reading Beer, Butcher, Coffee, And A Meal Served Up At Sleek And Warm A&E Supply Co.
How 2017 Became 1599: Irondale Ensemble Probes Shakespeare’s Prolific Year
Much has changed in 418 years. After all, 1599 marks a year when perhaps the most potent writer of English-language theater wrote four of his masterful works. William Shakespeare penned Henry V, Julius Caesar, As You Like It, and the first draft of the iconic Hamlet. “When an audience and the theater community responds so … Continue reading How 2017 Became 1599: Irondale Ensemble Probes Shakespeare’s Prolific Year
Oh You Sloppy, Odd, Scrumptious Mashup: Burgrito’s Opens In Park Slope
While wiping the remaining chipotle sauce off my face, Burgrito's co-owner Darin Laby took a quick glance around his new restaurant which opened just two weeks ago. "We're a little off, but I like it," he said. Laby understands the goal of his curious menu and possesses a warmth and sense of humor which parallels … Continue reading Oh You Sloppy, Odd, Scrumptious Mashup: Burgrito’s Opens In Park Slope
Colossal Activist Heart Of ‘Small But Mighty’ Hootenanny Art House Is Overflowing
Strangely enough, Saturday was business as usual for Kira Smith and Pete Sinjin, co-founders of South Slope's Hootenanny Art House. The couple, who are known for their inspiring teaching and performance, have prioritized social and political activism for years. That spirit is synchronized with Smith's yoga and dance acumen and Sinjin's performance as both "Hootenanny Pete" … Continue reading Colossal Activist Heart Of ‘Small But Mighty’ Hootenanny Art House Is Overflowing
BrunchCon At Grand Prospect Hall Could Make Your Lazy Sunday Morning Dreams Come True
Whether you're searching for a hair-of-the-dog mimosa, dragging the strollers on the bumpy sidewalks, or simply take pleasure in waiting on long lines for your pancakes, Brooklyn Sunday mornings mean one thing: brunch. Are you sitting down with your fork poised? Because neighbors of Brooklyn, you're about to have your dreams come true: BrunchCon is … Continue reading BrunchCon At Grand Prospect Hall Could Make Your Lazy Sunday Morning Dreams Come True
‘Hate-Free Zone’ Rally Galvanizes Kensington’s Anti-Trump Movement
New York City pulsed as rallies in Kensington, Brooklyn, Washington Square Park, and Jackson Heights, Queens took place last night after President Donald Trump moved forward with efforts to build a border wall between the U.S. and Mexico, as well as plans to locate and deport unauthorized immigrants, bar Syrian refugees from entering the country, … Continue reading ‘Hate-Free Zone’ Rally Galvanizes Kensington’s Anti-Trump Movement
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