Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Bed-Stuy — Brooklynian

Hot Bird to close?

chekhovian — Wed, 14 Mar 2018 14:54:49 +0000

https://patch.com/new-york/fortgreene/clinton-hill-skyscraper-replace-hot-bird-approved-city More skyscrapers on Atlantic.

Volunteer as a research coach for Fort Greene public school literacy program

Behind_the_Book — Fri, 16 Mar 2018 16:15:06 +0000

No experience or training is necessary to volunteer as a writing, research or art coach in the classroom. You'll support, engage, and encourage students as they work on their projects.

This workshop needs your support as a research coach at an elementary school in Fort Greene. To sign up, contact volunteer{a)behindthebook.org with the program code. We'll supply the school address, directions, and other information when you're confirmed: 

Program 461SM-C

Date: Tuesday, March 27th
Time: 9:00 – 10:30 AM

About the workshop: Pluto Visits Earth!, Steve Metzger‘s playful story about the recently demoted dwarf planet traveling through the solar system to reclaim its status, inspired first-graders to research a planet of their choice. They’ll use what they’ve learned to create a poster highlighting the most interesting facts. Research coaches will work with two students to help them gather the information.

Visit our volunteer opportunities page to find program descriptions and available volunteer dates throughout the school year.

To join our team and receive announcements of new volunteer opportunities as they're posted, please complete our brief questionnaire.

Coaches for Fort Greene public school literacy program

Behind_the_Book — Wed, 03 Jan 2018 16:39:54 +0000

No experience or training is necessary to volunteer as a writing or research coach in the classroom or on a field trip. You'll support, engage, and encourage students as they work on their projects.

These two workshops need your support this month at a Fort Greene elementary school. To sign up, contact volunteer@behindthebook.org with the program code and date(s) you'd like to join. We'll supply the address, directions, and other information when you're confirmed:

Program 465DR-B

Date & Time 1: Friday, January 5th from 9:00 – 10:30 AM
Volunteer Role: Research Coach

Date & Time 2: Thursday, January 25th from 9:30 – 11:00 AM
Volunteer Role: Writing Coach

About the program: Fifth-graders read about the life of Jackie Robinson, and how he broke baseball’s color barrier, in 42 Is Not Just A Number: The Odyssey of Jackie Robinson, American Hero by Doreen Rappaport. They’ll learn how the celebrated ball-player launched a movement that led to greater civil rights. Research coaches will help students gather facts on Jackie’s achievements, as well as other acts of resistance in US history. Writing coaches will guide them in editing news articles written in the spirit of Wendell Smith, a black sportswriter dedicated to integrating major-league baseball.

Visit our volunteer opportunities page to find more program dates in Crown Heights, Fort Greene, Bed-Stuy, and other boroughs throughout the school year.

To join our team and receive announcements of new volunteer opportunities as they're scheduled, please complete our brief questionnaire.

Lost dog 10/5...Very Timid...Jessica

naturegirlbk — Fri, 06 Oct 2017 17:33:21 +0000

Spottings at St Johns & Albany in CH and at Bainbridge & Malcolm X in BedStuy. Slipped collar and leash..very timid but will not bite Please help find & bring to safety asap.

Field Trip Chaperone for non-profit literacy workshop in NYC public schools

Behind_the_Book — Thu, 02 Nov 2017 17:48:40 +0000

No experience or training is necessary to volunteer as a writing, research or art coach in the classroom. You'll support, engage, and encourage students as they work on their projects.

This research field trip needs your support for am 8th-grade classroom in Bed-Stuy. To sign up, contact volunteer@behindthebook.org with the program code. We'll supply the address, directions, and other information when you're confirmed:

PROGRAM EA8TB-M
Date: Tuesday, November 21st, 2017
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Volunteer Role: Field Trip Chaperone

About the program: Eighth-graders read "Maritcha: A Nineteenth-Century American Girl" by Tonya Bolden, which immersed them in late-1800’s New York City history, and inspired them to consider becoming activist and engaged in their own communities. Chaperones will accompany the class on a field trip to Weeksville Heritage Center, the 19th-century historic site of one of America's first free black communities in Brooklyn, to help them prepare to write manifestos stating their personal, political, and artistic beliefs as they relate to activism and community engagement.

To join our team and receive announcements of new volunteer opportunities as they're scheduled, please complete our brief questionnaire.

Visit our volunteer opportunities page to find program descriptions and available volunteer dates throughout the school year.

Field Trip Chaperone for non-profit literacy workshop in NYC public schools

Behind_the_Book — Tue, 24 Oct 2017 14:13:44 +0000

No experience or training is necessary to volunteer as a writing, research or art coach in the classroom. You'll support, engage, and encourage students as they work on their projects.

This research field trip needs your support for am 8th-grade classroom in Bed-Stuy. To sign up, contact volunteer@behindthebook.org with the program code. We'll supply the address, directions, and other information when you're confirmed:

PROGRAM EA8TB-M

Date: Tuesday, November 14th, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM - Noon
Volunteer Role: Field Trip Chaperone

About the program: Eighth-graders read "Maritcha: A Nineteenth-Century American Girl" by Tonya Bolden, which immersed them in late-1800’s New York City history, and inspired them to consider becoming activist and engaged in their own communities. Chaperones will accompany the class on a field trip to Weeksville Heritage Center, the Brooklyn historic site of one of America's first free black communities in the 19th century, to help them prepare to write manifestos stating their personal, political, and artistic beliefs as they relate to activism and community engagement.

To join our team and receive announcements of new volunteer opportunities in Brooklyn as they're scheduled, please complete our brief questionnaire.

To join our team and receive announcements of new volunteer opportunities as they're posted, please complete our brief questionnaire at http://www.behindthebook.org/join-us/volunteer/

Volunteer as a writing or research coach for Brooklyn public school literacy programs

Behind_the_Book — Mon, 02 Oct 2017 19:45:24 +0000

Volunteer with Behind the Book, a non-profit literacy organization that inspires New York City public school students to love reading. Through our rich, innovative programs, accomplished authors lead workshops in high-needs pre-K-12 classrooms, where they guide students in creating their own writing and art projects based on the theme of the author's book.

No experience or training is necessary to volunteer as a writing, research or art coach in the classroom. You'll support, engage, and encourage students as they work on their projects.

These workshops need your support at elementary schools in Fort Greene and Bed-Stuy. To sign up, please contact volunteer@behindthebook.org with the program code and time slot(s) you've chosen. We'll supply the school address, directions, and other information when you're confirmed:

1. PROGRAM EA6NG-M (Bed-Stuy)

Date: Tuesday, October 17th, 2017

Times (choose any or all 3 slots): 9:00 – 9:45 AM /10:35 AM – 12:10 PM / 12:55 – 1:35 PM

Volunteer Role: Writing Coach

About the workshops: Sixth-graders in four Black History classes read Nikki Grimes’ book "One Last Word," which offers a fresh look at the Harlem Renaissance poets. Using the author’s “Golden Shovel” method, each student selected a poem, chose a stanza from it, and wrote their own poem that relates to the theme of his or her identity. Writing coaches will help them edit their work to reach a final draft in performance form.

2. PROGRAM 463SF-R (Fort Greene)

Date: Tuesday, October 24th, 2017

Time: 9:30 – 11:00 AM

Volunteer Role: Research Coach

About the workshop: Third-graders read "Who Was Frida Kahlo?" by Sarah Fabiny to learn about this celebrated Mexican artist, and explore how aspects of her life are reflected in her work. They’ll study Kahlo’s depictions of traditional Mexican dress, indigenous artifacts, and natural elements, as well as traditional items such as masks, clothing, and jewelry. Research coaches will assist students in gathering facts for their written pieces. *Spanish speakers greatly appreciated!

To join our team and receive announcements of new volunteer opportunities as they're scheduled, please complete our brief questionnaire.

Volunteer as a writing coach in Brooklyn public schools

Behind_the_Book — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 14:34:10 +0000

Join the volunteer team at Behind the Book, a non-profit literacy organization that inspires New York City public school students to love reading.

We bring accomplished authors into high-needs pre-K-12 classrooms, where they guide students in creating their own writing and art projects based on the theme of the author's book. Our rich, innovative programs, which are part of the class curricula and meet Common Core Learning Standards, have a successful record of building literacy skills and motivating engaged readers at schools throughout the city, including three neighborhoods in Brooklyn.

You need no experience or training to volunteer as a writing, research or art coach to support students in the classroom. Working with small groups, you might guide them as they edit a short story or essay; research a topic such as an animal or historical event; or create artwork to illustrate their writing. You might also accompany a class on a field trip to a museum or urban garden.

Individual workshops run one to two hours on a school day, usually in the morning. You can volunteer for any number of dates in a program series, which are scheduled over a few weeks. With an impressive slate of authors leading creative, thought-provoking programs every year, you'll find many workshops you'll want to be a part of.

To join our team and receive announcements of new volunteer opportunities starting in the fall, please complete our brief questionnaire.

At 8:20pm today around. Someone donated food to some guy begging for money.

armchair_warrior — Tue, 27 Jun 2017 01:32:13 +0000

Girl please don't donate food to this guy between Washington ave and Myrtle. After he ask you for money you gave him food. After you turn around, he literally threw your food on the floor. I See food being wasted as one of the greatest sins. Reason I came from a place where people starved not for dieting but for lack of food. I only ate meat once a year back When I was a kid. It made me angry. So next time if some beggar ask you for money and you don't have want to give him anything. Don't give them food. They don't give a shit about your food!! You were with your boyfriend or friend. SO if you reading this please don't give beggars food when they ask for money!!

Low cost Art Summer Camp (ages 2-6)

KaysPlayschool — Thu, 25 May 2017 18:17:16 +0000

Kays Camp is an innovative summer program that allows children to explore the arts through a unique curriculum developed by a child expert with a masters degree in early childhood education. Our program gives kids diverse outlets to explore writing, drawing, theater and performance arts through unique environments and hands on activities. The program consists of time spent outdoors exploring exciting destinations in the city and time, creating and working on their own projects. Located in Brooklyn, NY

Our day includes:
- Draw and paint outdoors -Nature walks and sketch drawing -Art Gallery visits - Gardening in Community gardens -Movie making -Cake decorating classes -Theater shows in the park ..... And more

July 10-August 4th
4 week program (375$ per week)
For more info visit: http://kaysplay.wixsite.com/kaysplay
Or email: kaysplayschool@gmail.com

Coach Bed-Stuy public school students writing poems

Behind_the_Book — Tue, 09 May 2017 17:33:58 +0000

Volunteer with Behind the Book, a non-profit literacy organization that inspires New York City public school students to love reading. Through our innovative programs, accomplished authors lead workshops in high-needs pre-K-12 classrooms, where they guide students in creating their own writing and art projects based on the theme of the author's book.

No experience or training is necessary to volunteer. As a writing, research or art coach, you'll engage them and encourage their progress on a project.

This workshop needs your support at a public school in Bed-Stuy. To sign up, contact volunteer@behindthebook.org with the program code. We'll supply the school address, directions, and other information when you're confirmed:

Program EA6ZE-M

Date: Thursday, May 11th, 2017
Time: 9:00 - 10:30 AM
About the workshop: Zetta Elliott's powerful story Bird, about a boy who learns that his love for drawing is a way to process the challenges his family faces from his brother's addiction, inspired sixth-graders to write a poem about how they've overcome obstacles. Writing coaches will guide students in reaching their final drafts.

Please visit our volunteer opportunities page to find other program descriptions and available volunteer dates. To join our team and receive announcements of new volunteer opportunities, please complete our brief questionnaire.

For more information, contact volunteer@behindthebook.org

Coach Bed-Stuy public school students in literacy programs

Behind_the_Book — Fri, 14 Apr 2017 17:11:01 +0000

Volunteer with Behind the Book, a non-profit literacy organization that inspires New York City public school students to love reading. Through our innovative programs, accomplished authors lead workshops in high-needs pre-K-12 classrooms, where they guide students in creating their own writing and art projects based on the theme of the author's book.

No experience or training is necessary to work with students. As a writing, research or art coach, you'll engage them and encourage their progress on their projects.

This program needs your support in Bed-Stuy. To sign up, please contact volunteer@behindthebook.org with the program code and date(s) you'd like to volunteer:

PROGRAM 212WG-W

Writing Coach: Friday, May 12th - 9:30 – 11:00 AM

About the program: Second-graders read Bottle Cap Boys by Rita Williams-Garcia, about two African-American brothers who make tap shoes with bottle caps so they can dance in the street. After researching the rich history of New Orleans and its cultural contributions, students will create musical instruments with found objects. Writing coaches will help them finalize essays based on their research and experience making instruments.

To find other Behind the Book programs around the city, visit our volunteer opportunities page.

To join our team and receive announcements of new opportunities as they're posted, please complete our brief questionnaire.

Lower priced version of Whole Foods to open in Fort Greene

whynot_31 — Tue, 24 Jan 2017 00:25:59 +0000

http://www.wsj.com/articles/whole-foods-to-open-a-lower-priced-365-store-in-brooklyn-1484874002#a-6ad922f8-83eb-4588-93ac-648d2635bc2c

Inspire Bed-Stuy students to love reading

Behind_the_Book — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 19:38:43 +0000

Become a volunteer with Behind the Book, a non-profit literacy organization that inspires New York City public school students to love reading. Through our innovative programs, which are part of the class curricula, accomplished authors lead workshops in high-needs pre-K-12 classrooms, where they guide students in creating their own writing and art projects based on the theme of the author's book.

No experience or training is necessary to volunteer. As a writing, research, or art coach, you'll engage and encourage students as they work on their projects. For details about dates to volunteer in Brooklyn and elsewhere, please visit our volunteer opportunities page.

Please contact volunteer@behindthebook.org to sign up for this workshop at a school in Bed-Stuy:

PROGRAM EADV0208 (6th grade)

Date & Time: Wednesday, February 8th from 9:00 – 10:30 AM
Volunteer Role: Writing Coach
Program: To study the foster care system, sixth-graders read Saving Baby Doe by Danette Vigilante, the story of a boy who finds an abandoned infant and tries to care for her. Students will reflect on how that situation would affect their own lives, then explore and suggest how to care for children who lose their primary caregivers. Writing coaches will guide them as they edit their drafts.

To join our team and receive announcements of new volunteer opportunities, please complete our brief questionnaire.

New Local Yarn Store In Bedford-Stuyvesant

SlipStitch — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 22:21:45 +0000

Slip Stitch Needlecraft located at 437 Nostrand Avenue (between Hancock & Jefferson) is a small yarn shop offering a well curated selection of yarns, needles, hooks and notions. Open Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 11am-7pm, Thursday 11am - 8pm and Sunday 12noon -6pm. www.slipstitchneedlecraft.com/

Pathmark is going out of business.

mugofmead111 — Sun, 27 Sep 2015 20:16:06 +0000

The Pathmark at Atlantic Center/Terminal (by Barclays) is closing for good. I only realized that the parent company (that also owns A&P, Superfresh, and Waldbaum's) declared bankruptcy over the summer. This particular location has been purchased by Stop & Shop, who will take over this location. I overheard someone say that the Pathmark should close by October or sometime in October. The store is not honoring coupons or its Pathmark rewards card program, despite what the parent company's website says. All sales are final.

July 2013: Interfaith Hospital goes from teetering to closing....

whynot_31 — Wed, 24 Jul 2013 13:46:03 +0000

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887323829104578622421122336606.html

At this rate there may be soon very few hospitals that serve the poor, other than those operated by HHC....

Volunteer to Inspire Fort Greene Students to Love Reading

Behind_the_Book — Mon, 26 Dec 2016 19:03:34 +0000

Become a volunteer with Behind the Book, a non-profit literacy organization that inspires New York City public school students to love reading. Through our innovative programs, accomplished authors lead workshops in high-needs pre-K-12 classrooms, where they guide students in creating their own writing and art projects based on the theme of the author's book.

You need no experience or training to volunteer as a writing, research or art coach. You'll engage and encourage students as they work on their classroom projects. To sign up, please contact volunteer@behindthebook.org with the program code(s) and workshop date(s) you'd like to join.

These programs need your help in January and February at an elementary school in Fort Greene:

PROGRAM 46SA0130 (5th grade)
Book & Author: The Case for Loving by Selina Alko

Date & Time 1: Monday, January 30th from 9:50 – 11:15 AM
Volunteer Role: Research Coach

Date & Time 2: Tuesday, February 28th • 12:30 – 2:00 PM
Volunteer Role: Writing Coach

PROGRAM 46ZE0131 (5th grade)
Book & Author: Bird by Zetta Elliott

Date & Time 1: Tuesday, January 31st from 12:30 – 2:00 PM
Volunteer Role: Research Coach

Date & Time 2: Monday, February 13th from 9:40 – 11:15 AM
Volunteer Role: Writing Coach

For more details about these programs, as well as other dates to volunteer at schools in Crown Heights and Bed-Stuy, visit our volunteer opportunities page.

To join our team and receive announcements of new volunteer opportunities, please complete our brief questionnaire.

LOST SMALL WIREY-HAIRED BROWNISH FEMALE DOG: MOOSE -10/28,BED STUY

naturegirlbk — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 16:38:57 +0000

LOST SMALL BROWNISH WIRE-HAIRED FEMALE DOG NAMED MOOSE -
LOST ON FRI 10/28/16- Madison St & Bedford Ave -
She got spooked and sipped her collar this afternoon in the neighborhood of Bed-Stuy.
Wire haired doxie mix.
She has a microchip. She is friendly but shy.
**LAST SEEN APPROX 230PM FRI, OCT 28 RUNNING NEAR HERBERT VON KING PARK.
APPROACH VERY GENTLY/TRY TO COAX WITH FOOD/CALL OWNER IMMEDIATELY IF SPOTTED.
PLEASE BE ON LOOKOUT & PLEASE SHARE.
My number 352-256-4694
Her owner is Lindsay Adams 425-931-9431

Volunteer: Inspire Bed-Stuy Students to Love Reading

Behind_the_Book — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 14:33:09 +0000

Volunteer: Inspire Fort Greene Students to Love Reading

Behind_the_Book — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 14:25:00 +0000

Become a volunteer with Behind the Book, a non-profit literacy organization that inspires New York City public school students to love reading. We bring authors into pre-K-12th grade classrooms in high-needs communities, where they guide students in creating their own writing and art projects. Our rich, innovative programs, which are part of the curricula and meet Common Core Learning Standards, have a successful record of building reading skills at schools around the city.

You need no experience or training to volunteer as a writing, research or art coach to engage and encourage students as they work.

These classroom programs in Fort Greene need your help as a research or writing coach in November and December:

Program 46PK117A

Monday, November 7th from 8:15 – 9:15 AM

Inspired by Patricia Keeler‘s captivating book Drumbeat in Our Feet, about how African stories and traditions are passed down through dance and music, third-graders will research the people, culture, and geography of an African country of their choice. The information they collect will be compiled into a student-created brochure about the country. Volunteers will assist students in conducting their research.

Program 46PK117B

Monday, November 7th from 9:20 – 10:20 AM

Inspired by Patricia Keeler‘s captivating book Drumbeat in Our Feet, about how African stories and traditions are passed down through dance and music, third-graders will research the people, culture, and geography of an African country of their choice. The information they collect will be compiled into a student-created brochure about the country. Volunteers will assist students in conducting their research.

Program 46PK11282

Monday, November 28th from 9:20 – 10:20 AM

Inspired by Patricia Keeler‘s captivating book Drumbeat in Our Feet, about how African stories and traditions are passed down through dance and music, third-graders will research the people, culture, and geography of an African country of their choice. The information they collect will be compiled into a student-created brochure about the country. Volunteers will assist students in polishing their writing for their final draft.

To volunteer for a date, please reply with the program code to volunteer@beindthebook.org.

For more program details, visit www.behindthebook.org/current-volunteer-opportunities/.

To receive announcements of new volunteer opportunities, please complete our brief questionnaire at www.behindthebook.org/join-us/volunteer/.

BK QNS Land Trust 5th Annual Community Garden Tour

dokas — Thu, 13 Oct 2016 02:34:44 +0000

Saturday, October 15
Tour Begins: Clifton Pl. Block Assoc. Garden, 289 Grand Ave, Brooklyn at 10:00 am
Tour Ends: 1100 Bergen St. Community Garden, 1107 Bergen St, Brooklyn at 3:00 pm

Festivities begin with a bake sale at Clifton Place Garden, tour beginning at 10:00 am. All are invited to 1100 Bergen Street Garden at 3:00 pm for a potluck afterparty.

See the tour schedule and Register today for the tour. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bqlt-5th-annual-community-garden-tour-tickets-28165045409

Join Brooklyn Queens Land Trust for a self-guided walking and biking tour of your Brooklyn neighborhood gardens! Experience the vibrancy, diversity and cultural traditions of Clinton Hill, Fort Greene, Crown Heights, Bedford Stuyvesant, Prospect Heights, and Park Slope through their community gardens. Connect with fellow nature lovers, foodies, and environmental stewards, all committed to preserving open green spaces. Learn about bees, herbs, and trees; engage with community; bring old friends, and make new ones.

BQLT's gardens give community members access to critical green space in our environment. Our gardeners produce fruits, herbs, and vegetables while fostering a sense of community identity, ownership, and stewardship. These community gardens also provide safe outdoor spaces for children and families to play and interact.

All of the gardens highlighted on the tour can be reached by a fun and easy bicycle ride and most of them are accessible on foot. All are welcome to drive or use public transportation. This is a self-guided tour. Please feel free to visit all gardens or one during the open hours listed below.

Thanks to our friends at Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation, we have a limited number of Citi Bikes available. Bike sign up begins at 9:30 am on the day of the tour, first come first served.

*Citi Bikes will be distributed at 10:00 am or until all bikes are claimed.*

Meet us at 8:30 am for the renowned Clifton Place Garden Bake Sale for an array of homemade baked goods, both savory and sweet, hot tea, and fresh coffee.

The tour kicks off at 10:00 am and concludes with an afterparty from 3:00 to 6:00 pm at the magnificent 1100 Bergen Street Community Garden. Refreshments will be provided, but you are encouraged to bring a dish, snacks, or a beverage to share.

The tour will take place rain or shine. Severe/hazardous weather will result in the event's cancellation. In this case, registered participants will be notified via email by 8:30 am on the day of the tour.

There is no charge for the tour, but donations to BQLT are appreciated and allow us to continue offering free programs and tours. Make a donation to BQLT and support community gardens!

Clinton Hill - Clinton & Gates - FOUND 10/1: Orange CAT wearing red collar in bldg

naturegirlbk — Sun, 02 Oct 2016 18:14:35 +0000

FOUND - 10/1/16 - Clinton Hill - Clinton & Gates -
Orange cat wearing red collar - Need to find owners!
We found an orange cat roaming the halls of our building in Clinton Hill last night (10/1) around 10:30 pm.
He has a red collar and is quite friendly.

If this is your cat or you know who its owners are, please get in touch! / Please share as well to find owners.
(917) 499-7289

PLEASE HELP&SHARE:Very elderly 19 year old dog missing in BedStuy/Clinton hill

naturegirlbk — Thu, 22 Sep 2016 00:00:49 +0000

Goodbye Popeyes. A big residental building is in the works for Fulton and Franklin

whynot_31 — Wed, 13 May 2015 06:45:10 +0000

This is where one transfers from the S to the C train.... quote: "Brooklyn investor Joseph Brunner is planning to construct a 119-unit, 108,000-square-foot apartment building at 1134 Fulton Street in Bedford-Stuyvesant, according to a permit application filed with the city’s Department of Buildings Tuesday. The planned eight-story rental building will feature 89,352 square feet of residential space, as well as 18,489 square feet of commercial space including ground-floor retail. The development will also include a gym and a 75-car parking garage. Karl Fischer is serving as the architect of record, according to the filing. The third and fourth floors of the building will each house 21 apartments, while the fifth through seventh floors will hold 23 units each. Six apartments will be located on the eighth floor. No demolition permits have been filed for the existing two-story retail building on the site. Brunner could not be reached for comment. The investor acquired the property through Porter Ave Holdings LLC for $19 million last year, according to city property records." http://therealdeal.com/blog/2015/05/12/joseph-brunner-to-bring-119-unit-rental-building-to-bed-stuy/

MISSING ELDERLY GENTLEMAN: CLINTON HILL/FORT GREENE/BED STUY AREA

naturegirlbk — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 17:20:45 +0000

PLEASE SHARE & KEEP A LOOKOUT FOR THIS MISSING ELDERLY GENTLEMAN LAST SEEN NEAR THE CLINTON HILL/FORT GREEN AREA:

A Silver Alert has been issued for Egbert Hewitt, a 85-year-old black male from the area of Fulton Street and Adelphi Street in Brooklyn.

Description: 5'4" tall, 125lbs, with a thin build, dark complexion, and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, a white t - shirt and brown sandals.

Last Seen: Leaving his residence near Fulton Street and Adelphi Street in Brooklyn at approximately 2:30 PM on Wednesday, August 10.

If you see the missing person, please call 9-1-1 and try to keep the man safe until police arrive to help him. Thank you.

K2 Use and Overdoses - News Story

brickstoner — Wed, 13 Jul 2016 14:29:15 +0000

After seeing daily cops and news cameras these past weeks, I guess you can say there's a little excitement in the area around Myrtle Broadway. http://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/K2-Mass-Overdoses-Brooklyn-Bedford-Stuyvesant-NYC-386499841.html

Knitting & Crochet Circle

bedstuymaven — Tue, 12 Jul 2016 18:11:27 +0000

The backyard is now open at Slip Stitch Needlecraft. Join us for for Backyard Stitch and Kvetch - knitting, crochet, needle and yarn craft circle

Dates: Tuesday, July 12, Tuesday, August 9. Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Time: 5:00pm to 9:00
Place: 450 Nostrand Avenue
Between Jefferson & Putnam Avenues

This is what is coming to the NW corner of Atlantic and Washington

whynot_31 — Tue, 07 Oct 2014 12:51:23 +0000

http://fortgreenefocus.com/blog/2014/10/07/breaking-ground-at-596-washington-avenue/ 596 Washington 863 Atlantic

Mustachioed Young Cat Needs a Home!

violet — Sun, 19 Jun 2016 15:23:26 +0000

Dali is a young tuxedo cat with a groovy "Got Milk?" mustache who was found abandoned outside a Bed Stuy beauty supply shop.

Dali needs a loving forever-home!

Dali's personality is friendly, sweet, and open. She's chill and easygoing, and really just a perfect little kitty.

Click here to watch a video of Dali playing!

Please PM me or send an email to bedstuycats@yahoo.com if you can offer little Dali a home, or if you'd just like to visit and play with her.

Dali is under a year old, fixed, FIV and FeLV negative, vaccinated, and microchipped.
She does not like other cats, but is perfect in every other way.
Adoption application and modest fee required.
Thank you, MOD, for allowing the cross-post!