Why are the prices for vendors so high at the Book Fair? Due to the economic times, they should be lower. Any thoughts?

Darn it, I often get the website address wrong!

It's: www.thestgeorgetower.2ya.com

Who is the story teller in your family? The OLDEST story teller? If they grew up in Brooklyn, they have a great story about the St George Hotel back in the 30s, 40s, and 50s. Count on it.

Who is the family photographer? Yeah, the OLDEST one! They have photos from a very important family event that took place at the St George Hotel. There's a story there too.

A new website has been launched (2 years) to collect the oral histories and photos/clippings that tell the story of this famous New York institution. Since being written up in the Sunday Times last April, that world wide reach has caused this thing to take off. People everywhere trace their family's history to Brooklyn!!!

Go here: www.stgeorgetower.2ya.com

Grab your laptop and go visit your Grandma out at Coney! Or your Great Uncle in Bensonhurst! Or your favorite elderly neighbor next door--the great story teller--the one that'll talk your ear off! And record their thoughts and pilfer their photo albums for all of us to enjoy. And we'll share with them too!

Tell them you'll put their stories on the internet as an important history archive! Tell them you'll help them make sure their loved ones who have passed will be remembered forever too.

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Check it out. We already have a large collection of letters, postcards, photos, memorabilia, and some "secret stories" that folks have never told before (told anonymously, naturally <wink>)

Hope to see you there soon.
The Dragon Slayer
Webmaster

Did someone set off their stash 3 weeks early? Was this something for one of the cruise ships? Something to do with Empire State Park?
If anyone has a link that explains WHAT the heck all those fireworks that just went off were being set off for, I would greatly appreciate reading about it!
Thanks!

anyone know if FIOS is ever coming to DUMBO?

anyone know a place doing a good job that doesn't cost a fortune?

Brooklyn Heights family with excellent baby sitter of 2.5 years looking to share sitter starting in September, 2009 when daughter attends school full-time. Sitter is responsible, caring, hard working and flexible. We are open to various scenarios. Please contact me at penniindra@yahoo.com or at 917-940-8938 if you're interested.

We (couple and toddler) plan to visit a relative in Brooklyn Hts this spring or summer for a weekend or long weekend and would like to find a house exchange in or near Brooklyn Heights. Please email me at noahmeyerson@yahoo.com if you are interested.

Our home is a 3 BR 2.5 bath home in a great Capitol Hill neighborhood and location: 5 minute walk to Union Station (and the Red Line metro), a 10 minute walk to the Capitol, a 15 minute walk to the National Mall or Eastern Market, and a 20 minute walk (or two stops on the metro) to the restaurants, shops, and galleries of Penn Quarter. 10 minutes on the metro and you're in Dupont Circle.

Looking to swap for weekend/long weekend in the spring or early summer.

My parents are opening a pet store in Brooklyn Heights called Rocco and Jezebel for Pets. It's located at 89 Pineapple Walk, where Tailored Pet used to be. My mom was friends with and worked for the owner, Serena Bellino, for years. The store will continue doing boarding and grooming, selling various pet products but is including in-house pet sitting, pick up and delivery, and a senior citizen's day. Please stop by for their Grand Opening today, 8:30-6:30!

Rocco and Jezebel for Pets
89 Pineapple Walk
718-855-8686

Good Afternoon,
For all of you who serve on Coop Boards (or those of you facing the issues addressed below), I would like your input on whether you have been dealing with financial issues of late with tenants who are:
1. refinancing
2. selling
and whether banks have been difficult in giving them loans/refinancing or even competitive rates due to the owner occupancy levels within your coops.

in general, can you tell me what your coops set for Owner-Occupancy levels or subletting rules in general?
Thanks,
G

Hi All-

I am considering buying a place in Brooklyn Heights and was wondering if someone can recommend a good Realtor who focuses on BH. I have been using StreetEasy.com which is turning up some results, but I am sure there are likely locals with some connections/recommendations as well.

Many thanks in advance.

221b

does anyone else have a mosquito problem?

i was eaten alive last night.
i live in brooklyn and i have mosquitos. saying that makes me feel nutty. do you have them too?

and how do i get rid of them???

Hello:

I'm a writer and editor based in NYC.

I'm working on a novel that is partly set in Brooklyn Heights during the above years.

I need to find a couple people who can help me with first-hand accounts of the area during these years.

Ideally, I'd like to ask you a few questions by e-mail to confirm that this will work out, and then I'd like to set up an interview.

I expect that this will take approximately two hours of your time, and I'll of course pay for the time you'll spend on this.

Please send me a message if you are interested in helping with this project.

Thanks in advance!

we found this beautiful little guy on Jay St, in front of Bridge Fresh grocery store. he (might be a she, not the best at identifying kitten junk) didn't have tags, but didn't seem to be a stray since he was in great condition, really friendly & quite scared by all the noise. Sonya at Didi Dog graciously donated a teeny harness so we could hold onto him.



If he's yours, we brought him to the Vinegar Hill Vet Group at 57 Front St (718) 797-6875‎. They scanned him & he didn't have any of those RFID, under the fur tag thingies. If not, Dorothy at the Brooklyn Bridge Animal Welfare is gonna arrange a foster home until he can be permanently adopted.

Film Screening: Dear Mr. President
Tuesday, June 2 at 7 pm

Dear Mr. President, by documentary filmmaker Debra Sugerman chronicles the voyage of 5 artistic young women, from the regions of Israel and Palestine, across the United States. The ultimate aim of the girls’ journey is to deliver a message to then President George Bush about the futility of war to solve the problems facing the Middle East. As the girls travel in their RV giving informal talks to the public, they find their inherited cultural barriers crumbling and fading as they come to know each other as people through art and conversation.

www.dearmrpresidentthemovie.com

KidsArt 2009
Curated by Hawley Hussey
May 20 – June 12, 2009

BRIC Contemporary Art presents KidsArt, an annual showcase of artwork created by Brooklyn public school students during the 2008-2009 school year. KidsArt exhibits work created during school-based partnerships between BRIC Contemporary Art Educators, public school Classroom Teachers, school administrators, and Brooklyn students of all ages.

Public Programs

KidsDay
Saturday, May 30, 2009, 1-4 pm
An afternoon of free art-making activities for all ages led by professional Artist Teachers. Held in conjunction with KidsArt 2009, an exhibition of artwork created by Brooklyn public school students

BRIC Rotunda Gallery
33 Clinton Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201
718.875.4047
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 12-6 pm
FREE

Located in Brooklyn Heights, BRIC Rotunda Gallery is a short walk from the 2,3; 4,5; M; or R trains at Court Street/Borough Hall; or the A, C trains at High Street.

Exhibition Website: http://briconline.org/rotunda/exhibitions.asp
Call us: 718-875-4047

Current high school math teacher available for after-school and weekend tutoring in all math subjects (K–12, college, AP, GRE, SAT, PSAT, GMAT, SHSAT, etc.), Spanish (all levels), physics, English, etc.

I am a patient, experienced, and knowledgeable tutor. I hold a Bachelors degree in mathematics with music and Spanish minors as well as a Masters in Math Education from an Ivy League school.

References, rates, and availability upon request.

I look forward to helping your student achieve.

Hi All, I highly recommend E&E Pets if you need a dog walker. It's 2 super nice and RELIABLE ladies who both work from home and do this as a side business. My dog loves them and they usually end up walking her longer than they're supposed to and playing...they've taken her running too and she loves that. ANyway, eepets@hotmail.com ...Eva and Engela are their names.

Looking for rental space in DUMBO. Must have view...at least 2500 sq feet. Please submit link for pics, etc. Looking to rent for 10 hours and under $3500....

Thanks

i can hear the proverbial pin drop from my upstairs family members. i am interested in having the ceilings filled with a foam or some sort of spray product, preferably non toxic. has anyone done this before and does it really block out the sound well. a fork dropping on the floor upstairs sounds like a bomb going off. any suggestions. thanks in advance.

Greetings,
I would like to update my info about my Loft space availability.
The loft is 2000 square feet of space that has recently been renovated and can be used for listening parties (for musicians) {Last Spring and summer we had many celebrity listening events}
Even though the space has been renovated it is still pretty raw and industrial (we like that look)

The out door deck is facing the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan + Williamsburg Bridge, Empire state building and the East River.


This space is also great for Small wedding Ceremonies, and Photo Shoots.

For bookings + pricing info and photos
Please contact me @
RaeStylist@gmail.com

With incomparable light and views, and sensational places to visit so close to home, this location offers a living experience unique to Brooklyn Heights--and the entire city. Surrounded by the Promenade that rolls down to the Brooklyn Heights boardwalk with views of the incredible Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and Verrazano Bridge, this building features large luxurious studio apartments that are flooded with natural light and boast lots of closet space. THERE IS ROOF TOP ACCESS WITH VIEWS OF THE ENTIRE CITY, AND OVERLOOKS THE WATER RIGHT OUTSIDE YOUR DOOR!!! In many, the boardwalk which faces the Manhattan skyline and the promenade appear so close you could almost touch them. Public transportation is conveniently located just a few short blocks away. These studios are in a quiet residential area, located around the corner from Montique Street which boasts hip boutiques, trendy lounges, bars, cafes, lively restaurant, and lots of entertainment!

ROOF DECK WITH INCREDIBLE VIEWS OF THE ENTIRE CITY, AND WATER!!!

WIFI CONNECTION

Modern kitchen!!!
Brand new stainless steal appliances with Microwave!!!
Walk in California closets!!!
Lots of storage space!!!
Air Conditioning
Laundry room!!!
Elevator Building!!!

PLEASE ASK ABOUT OUR MANY APARTMENTS ALL OVER THE BROOKLYN AREA!!!

MUST SEE!! YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS OUT ON THIS EXTRAORDINARY OPPERTUNITY!!!

PLEASE CONTACT LEAH TO SET UP AN APPOINTMENT FOR A PERSONAL VIEWING.
PHONE: 718-288-8978
EMAIL: Leah.INKRealty@gmail.com


http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/nfb/1010609876.html

Hi, I was wondering whether the court building on 360 adams street has computers to use in the jury assembly room while we wait because i need to get tickets for an event by noon or else they're gone. God, jury duty blows and i already postponed once and i have no excuse.