Events
May 29, 2008
Marty Bikes For Gowanus, Sponge Park Gains Traction
Borough President Marty Markowitz tested the seat on this AdRide bicycle the Gowanus Canal Conservancy used to promote its first Gowanus Goes Green festival scheduled this Sunday, but he definitely didn't hoof it around Park Slope and Carroll Gardens. Two other guys did that. The eco-themed festival will be held canal-side at The Yard and will feature live music and exhibitors, including Public Place developers Gowanus Green, led by the Hudson Companies, and the Conservancy, again rolling out its Sponge Park proposal. Conservancy president Bob Zuckerman told us they've been getting good reception on their runoff-soaking park from most of the key players. City Planning, which will be holding another zoning meeting this Thursday, was "very receptive," he said, noting that they're both proposing a mandatory 40-foot setback from the canal for a promenade that would be subject to some uniform design codes. Since the Conservancy is part of the Gowanus Green team, Zuckerman said their respective landscape architects have been working together. And he said they've met with Toll Brothers, which has started the land use review process for their own mixed-use development further up the canal that would require public waterfront access if approved. The only wild card is the recreational park the Conservancy has proposed across the canal from Public Place. Zuckerman said they haven't contacted the owners, which according to records are the city and C&A Properties. Waddya say, city? Care to ante up?
Gowanus Group Proposes 'Sponge Park' to Soak Run-Off [Brownstoner]
Gowanus Sponge Park: The Plan, Close Up[Gowanus Lounge]
March 28, 2008
Weekend Events
Brooklyn Philharmonic: "Music Off the Walls"
On Sunday, The Brooklyn Philharmonic, in conjunction with the Brooklyn Museum’s Middle Eastern and Islamic collection, performs. “Shades of Babylon” includes works by Cowell, Ranjbaran and Oetgen. A gallery talk precedes the concert at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, 2:00 p.m. $15, $10 members, students and seniors. 200 Eastern Parkway. (718) 488-5913.
"31 Under 31" Exhibition
Today, 3rd Ward, located at 195 Morgan Avenue, hosts the last day of "31 Under 31: Young Women in Art Photography." The exhibition is presented by Humble Arts Foundation in collaboration with Ladies Lotto.
BAX First Weekend
Brooklyn Arts Exchange presents work from Abby Browde, Andrew Gilchrist, and Antonio Ramos as part of its "First Weekends" series. Friday and Saturday, 8:00 p.m. $15, $8 low income. 421 Fifth Avenue. (718) 832-0018.
Gallery Players: Lysistrata
This weekend, The Gallery Players perform Aristophanes's Lysistrata. Saturday, 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Sunday, 3:00 p.m. $18, $14 seniors and children 12 and younger. 199 14th Street. (212) 352-3101.
Tom Billings Reception
Gitana Rosa Gallery hosts an opening reception for Tom Billings's “After the First Stroke, Everything is a Correction.” The exhibition runs thru April 11. Saturday, 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Free. 19 Hope Street. (718) 387-0115.
Daniel Weiner Closing Reception
On Sunday, 440 Gallery presents the final day of Daniel Weiner's exhibition "Department of the Interior." Sunday, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Free. 440 Sixth Avenue. (718) 499-3844.
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March 27, 2008
Thursday Events
Society for Clinton Hill Meeting
The Society for Clinton Hill meets tonight. The agenda includes wine and refreshments, announcements, May meeting board elections, and traffic and crime updates. Author Susan Choi reads her essay from the Brooklyn Was Mine collection. Thursday, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. St. Luke’s Church Community Room, Washington Avenue. (between DeKalb and Willoughby).
Toll Bros. at CB6
Toll Brothers will be stopping by tonight's Community Board 6 meeting to make a address residents' concerns about the massive development project it is planning along the Gowanus Canal. The meeting is at 6 p.m. at PS 32 at 317 Hoyt Street.
"Inner Lives Out Loud" Reading
Tonight, Brooklyn Reading Works presents a reading entitled "Inner Lives Out Loud," featuring work from Regina McBride's "Inner Lives, Developing Characters" workshops. Thursday, 8:00 p.m. $5. The Old Stone House, Fifth Avenue (between Third and Fourth).
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March 26, 2008
Wednesday Events
Hipster Mortgage Night
Tonight, Home Buying for Hipsters presents "Hipster Mortgage Night." Call or email to schedule a private 20-minute appointment to talk money with Rob Slifer of Professional Advantage Financial Group. Eve Levine, residential real estate broker, The Corcoran Group, will look at current listings available on the market. Email homebuyingforhipsters AT gmail DOT com. Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. by appointment. Free. Hugs, 108 North 6th Street. (347) 526-1383.
BookCourt Reading
Today, BookCourt welcomes John Sellers, author of Perfect From Now On: How Indie Rock Saved My Life, and Dean Wareham, author of Black Postcards: A Rock And Roll Romance. Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. 163 Court Street. (718) 875-3677.
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March 25, 2008
Tuesday Events
Benguelê and Breu at BAM
Today, BAM presents the Brazilian dance company Grupo Corpo. They perform "Benguelê and Breu," which is choreographed by Rodrigo Pederneiras. Additional performances take place on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. $20 to $60. Howard Gilman Opera House, 30 Lafayette Ave. (718) 636-4100.
CB9 Meeting
Tonight at 7:00 p.m., Community Board 9 holds a meeting at Middle School 61 Auditorium, 400 Empire Boulevard. The agenda includes a public hearing on the citywide statement of needs for city facilities for fiscal 2009 and 2010.
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March 24, 2008
Monday Events
Dine-In Brooklyn
Starting today, more than 175 participating restaurants are offering three-course, $23 prix-fixe meals. Check the website or call (718) 802-3846 for a list of restaurants. The event, presented by Best of Brooklyn, runs thru March 31.
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March 21, 2008
Weekend Events
Brooklyn Bridge Park Easter Egg Hunt
On Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy hosts its annual Easter Egg Hunt. There will be 15,000 eggs and a performance by Audra Rox. We suggest you line up at the Main Street entrance a little early as the line got pretty long last year.
“The Traveler’s Return" Reception
Tonight, Metaphor Contemporary Art Gallery hosts an opening reception for Susan Homer. Her exhibition, "The Traveler's Return," runs thru April 27. Friday, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Free. 382 Atlantic Avenue. (718) 254- 9126.
Bargemusic
This weekend, Bargemusic presents a number of performances. Tonight's program, part of the "Here and Now: American Contemporary Music Series," showcases music from Osvaldo Golijov, David Kechley, William Bolcom, Felipe Lara. Saturday and Sunday's performances feature works from Beethoven, Brahms, and Schubert. Friday and Saturday, 8:00 p.m. Sunday, 4:00 p.m. $40; $25 seniors and students. Fulton Ferry Landing, Old Fulton Street at the East River. (718) 624-2083.
Prospect Park Egg-O-Rama
Saturday and Sunday, Prospect Park presents "Egg-O-Rama," a weekend-long "egg-ucational" event, which includes crafts, games, and an egg hunt. The egg hunt for children ages 2-5 takes place tomorrow at 1:00 p.m. A second hunt for children ages 6-9 follows. Saturday and Sunday, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free. Prospect Park Audubon Center.
Metropolitan Opera: Live in HD
Tomorrow, experience a live transmission of Tristan und Isolde at BAM. Fred Plotkin speaks. BAMCafe serves brunch two hours before the screening. Saturday, 12:30 p.m. $42. BAM Rose Cinemas, 30 Lafayette Avenue. (718) 636-4129.
Cat and Dog Adoption Event
Tomorrow, Dumbo Pet Care and Animal Care & Control of NYC hold a cat and dog adoption event, with a number of rescued animals. Everything in the store will be on sale. Saturday, 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Dumbo Pet Care, 25 Jay Street. (718) 855-1363.
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March 20, 2008
Thursday Events
Gang Awareness Meeting
Today, Paul Robeson High School and Community presents a "Gang Awareness Town Hall Meeting." Panelists include Ira Weston, Principal of Paul Robeson High School; Deanna Rodriguez of the Kings County District Attorney's Office; Norbert Davidson, Program Coordinator of the Gang Prevention and Intervention Unit of the NYC DOE; Lamont Anderson of Community Affairs NYPD, and Hashim Garrette, a violence prevention speaker and consultant. Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 150 Albany Avenue.
Mo Beasley "Rent Party"
Tonight, The Office of City Council Member Letitia James, Kevin Powell, The LoveStorm Entertainment Group, LLC, and April R. Silver of Akila Worksongs, Inc. present a "rent party" for poet, educator, and workshop facilitator Mo Beasley. The fundraiser includes dancing, food, drink, music, and poetry. The evening serves as a start-up event for an on-going emergency fund for Brooklyn artists. Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. $20 donation (drinks not included). Frank's Cocktail Lounge, 660 Fulton Street.
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March 19, 2008
Wednesday Events
The Future of Coney Island
Lynn Kelly, President of the CIDC, will present the latest proposal for the area and join a panel discussion with David Gratt, Managing Director, Coney Island USA, Domenic Recchia, representative to the City Council from the 47th District, and Chuck Reichenthal, District Manager of Community Board 13. Brad Lander, Director of the Pratt Center for Community Development, moderates. Reservations required. Check the website for tickets. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. $9; $5 museum members, seniors, and students. 1220 Fifth Avenue. (212) 534-1672, ext. 3395.
CB2 Meeting
Community Board 2's Land Use Committee meets tonight at 6:00 p.m. at St. James Tower (21 St. James Place, between Lafayette and DeKalb avenues). Call (718) 596-5410.
CB7 Meeting
Community Board 7 holds a full board meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the Board Office (4201 Fourth Avenue, at 43rd Street). Call (718) 854-0003.
Photo by Bob Jagendorf
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March 18, 2008
Tuesday Events
Speak Out! at powerHouse Arena
Today, Dumbo's powerHouse Arena presents "Speak Out! for Peace in Iraq and Justice at Home." Organized in conjunction with the "Speak Up!" benefit concert held at St. Ann's Warehouse, this event features speeches from Laura Flanders, Naomi Klein, and others. Numerous organization will be present with information. Ongoing exhibits include "Eyes Wide Open" and "The Cost of War." Tuesday, 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Free. 37 Main Street.
CB2 Meeting
Tonight, Community Board 2's Transportation and Public Safety Committee meets at 6:00 p.m. at St. Francis College (180 Remsen Street, between Clinton and Court streets in Brooklyn Heights). Call (718) 596-5410.
84th Precinct Meeting
The 84th Precinct Community Council holds its monthly meeting tonight at 7:00 p.m. at Phoenix House (50 Jay Street, between Water and Plymouth streets in Dumbo). Call (718) 875-6811.
88th Precinct Meeting
Tonight at 7:30 p.m., the 88th Precinct Community Council has its monthly meeting at the French Speaking Baptist Church at 209 Clermont Avenue.
94th Precinct Meeting
The 94th Precinct Community Council meets tonight at North Fork Bank (804 Manhattan Avenue, at Calyer Street in Greenpoint). Call (718) 383-5298.
68th Precinct Meeting
The 68th Precinct Community Council holds its monthly meeting tonight at 7:30 p.m. at the precinct station house (333 65th Street, between Third and Fourth avenues in Bay Ridge). Call (718) 439-4220.
62nd Precinct Meeting
The 62nd Precinct Community Council meets tonight at the 62nd Precinct stationhouse (1925 Bath Avenue, at Bay 22nd Street in Bensonhurst) at 7:00 p.m. Call (718) 236-2501.
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