This evening (Saturday, July 17) at 6:30PM there will be a vigil for the geese at the gazebo on Prospect Park lake (near the entrance at Prospect Park Southwest and Vanderbilt Street in Prospect Park). If the group cannot get a permit, the vigil will take place on the street outside the park on Prospect Park Southwest and Vanderbilt Street. Check the “For the Love of the Geese in Prospect Park” Facebook page for info.
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Tupper Thomas Responds to Prospect Park Goose Slaughter
In lieu of speaking to the press, Tupper Thomas, Prospect Park Administrator/Prospect Park Alliance President, sent a letter to the Friends of Prospect Park, in response to the recent slaughter of Canadian Geese in the park by representatives of the US Department of Agriculture. In the letter she announces that the park will be be forming a wildlife management taskforce comprised of experts in the field. “This will strengthen the Alliance and Parks Department’s commitment to safeguarding both nature and people…”
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No Words Daily Pix: Photograph by Hugh Crawford
Repairs for Cracked, Smashed or Broken iPhones and iPods
What do you do if you iPhone gets cracked, smashed or broken? Who ya gonna call? Well, turns out the folks that bring you the Current Weather in Park Slope can help you out…
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Tom Martinez, Witness: Bubblicious
Kids walking—or running—on water in Asbury Park.
Do You Remember Mickey Dolenz?
For women of a certain age the name Mickey Dolenz has a special meaning. That is, women of, say, 50, 51, may remember their girlish obsession with The Monkees, as well as the individual members of the group (left to right: Peter Tork, Mickey Dolenz, Mike Nesmith, and Davy Jones (wow I’m impressed I just remembered all those names) and their wildly popular—and completely goofy—television show.
Do the words: “Hey, hey we’re the Monkees,” or “Take the last train to Clarksville and I’ll meet you at the station…” mean anything to you.
When I was in first grade I was a HUGE fan of The Monkees so the fact that Mickey Dolenz, who was NOT my favorite monkey (that honor goes to Davy Jones) will be performing at the Seaside Summer Concert Series at Asser Levy/Seaside Park on Thursday, July 22, resonated with me…
The Weekend List: Africa Festival, 78 RPMs, Despicable Me
I spend hours every week looking for the best and the brightest weekend events (Friday through Sunday). I make a list of all the things I’d like to do but probably won’t get around to. In addition to film, art, theater, shopping and music events I try to list other interesting non-categorizable happenings like this weekend’s Gatsby-style lawn party on Governor’s Island. To see the full list, including info on Celebrate Brooklyn’s Africa Festival and the Traffic Calming Block Party in Ditmas Park click on read more…
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Bklyn Bloggage: arts and culture
Bringing fun to Brooklyn: NY Times
Painter Laura Newman: Art in Brooklyn
Guest stenographer: Truth and Rocket Science
Tuli Kupferberg (1923-2010); Harvey Pekar (1939-2010); George Steinbrenner (1930-2010): Self-Absorbed Boomer
Gran Central beat station: Bushwick BK
Current Weather in Park Slope
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OTBKB Music: News, Notes and Siren
Today over at Now I’ve Heard Everything: new records coming from David Bromberg and Spanking Charlene; Li’l Mo and The Monicats play Christie’s (but you can see them at Two Boots in the Slope in two weeks); a nice pic of the Tandy show at The Lakeside Lounge last week, and clear your calendar for next Friday’s (July 23rd) great double bill of Charlie Faye and Second Dan at Rockwood Stage 2.
And of course, tomorrow is the 10th anniversary Siren Music Festival in Coney Island from 1-9pm. Complete details here at Now I’ve Heard Everything.
–Eliot Wagner
No Words Daily Pix: Photograph by Hugh Crawford
Tonight Discuss the New Loft Laws with Councilman Levin
There are new loft laws in certain manufacturing areas of Brooklyn but many loft dwellers and others still don’t know exactly what they mean or how to access the new benefits, privileges and rights that are now available. That’s why Councilman Steve Levin (Democrat in the 33rd district) will be answering questions tonight in Bushwick. He will be joined by other politicians as well.
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Don’t You Love Cary Grant?
The summertime is the right time to catch up with old movies. At least I think so. I’ve been in a bit of a Pedro Almodóvar phase at the moment. Last night’s screening of Live Flesh in our living room was more evidence, if that was even necessary, of the Spanish director’s greatness.
I am, however, hoping to venture towards other things, like, old Hollywood for a while. So this mini-Cary Grant film festival at BAM fits the bill.
The Weekend List: Siren Music Fest, Inception, Belly Dancing Showcase
I spend hours every week looking for the best and the brightest weekend events (Friday through Sunday). I make a list of all the things I’d like to do but probably won’t get around to. In addition to film, art, theater, shopping and music events I try to list other interesting non-categorizable happenings like this weekend’s Gatsby-style lawn party on Governor’s Island. To see the full list click on read more…
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Leon Freilich, Verse Responder: Merry Hunting
I’m dreaming of a clean restroom
Just like the ones I used to know;
In my smalltown birthplace,
My favorite earthplace,
Folks had choices where to go.
I’m dreaming of a clean restroom
With every block I have to walk.
Though I hate to sputter and squawk
I am forced to hunt just like a hawk.
I’m dreaming of a clean restroom
With every block I have to walk.
Will my days in New York be bright?
If a restroom pops up into sight.
Goose Headlines at Brooklyn Paper
Kudos to the Brooklyn Paper for their reporting on the goose massacre in Prospect Park. The story, and its surrounding outrage, has inspired some inspired headlines.
Bklyn Bloggage: home & design
Clinton Hill brownstone under a million: CasaCara
Brooklyn shows its appeal for buyers: Wall Street Journal
The hungry herds: CasaCara
Letterboard app: Swissmiss
How to declutter your desk in 4 easy steps: Apartment Therapy
Anthropologie buyer: Design Sponge
Prospect Park Zoo: Brooklyn Limestone
Tom Martinez, Witness: Reggae at Solo Kitchen and Bar
Solo Kitchen and Bar is a popular spot to hear reggae music on Cortelyou Road (at Marlborough Road).
Tonight: Live Theater Outdoors in Park Slope
Catch Piper Theater al fresco tonight on the turf behind the Old Stone House. Noctures is a chilling new play inspired by the otherworldly tales of John Connolly, one of mystery’s most important new voices. Directed by Piper’s Artist in Residence, Scottish director Nigel Williams. 8:30 PM
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Current Weather in Park Slope
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No Words Daily Pix: Photograph by Hugh Crawford
Sneak Peak at Rehearsal of Piper Theater’s Nocturnes
Good Bye for Now to the Greenpoint Food Market
Even in the throes of a major disappointment, a Brooklyn DIY business reaches out to its customers. That certainly is the case with the Greenpoint Food Market, a venue where independent cooks share prepared food with the public. Joanne Kim, founder of the Greenpoint Food Market, just sent out a letter to the Brooklyn media and others, about why she’s calling it quits. For now.
It seems that the food bazaar, which has been open for less than a year, received threats from city health officials because the cooks lack commercial food handling permits.
An event was planned for June 26th but that has been canceled. Over the jump is letter from Kim:
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Park Slope Restaurant Alive and Kicking
I’ve been rooting for Bussaco, a lovely wine bar and restaurant on Park Slope’s Union Street, all along and it seems that things are working out. They’ve got a special going right now: Blue Point oysters and a glass of good wine for $16.
Anyone want to meet me over there?
You gotta have compassion for a restaurant that opens in the autumn of 2008. I mean, whoa, the restaurant biz isn’t for the faint hearted even in the best of times.
What’s Going on at Mack’s?
Mack’s on Seventh Avenue is gone. But what’s going in? I’ve seen some lights on in there and some activity — men with measuring sticks, that sort of thing.
Does anyone know what’s going on?
Haitian Focus for August First Saturday at Bklyn Museum
In August, Target First Saturday, the Brooklyn Museum’s wildly popular free night of art, music and entertainment, will focus on Haitian art and culture. The August 7 event is presented in collaboration with Haiti Cultural Exchange, a community-based nonprofit organization whose mission is to develop, present, and promote Haitian culture. Highlights of the evening.
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Silent Film Great Harold Lloyd Outdoors in Park Slope Tonight
Bring a blanket and a picnic and spread out on the turf behind the Old Stone House to watch Harold Lloyd’s Shy Girl on Wednesday night at 8:30 PM. Lloyd is surely one of the silent film masters, right up there with Keaton and Chaplin. He’s the guy who did the stunt hanging off the clock. It’s a very famous image (see above).
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July 15,16,17,18: Outdoor Theater in Park Slope Park
Two, count em, two plays this weekend in Washington Park: Nocturne and The Book of Liz by David and Amy Sedaros
I haven’t seen either yet but I’m all set to attend Piper Theater’s production of Noctures this Thursday or Friday. The play, written by bestselling author John Connelly, is directed by esteemed Scottish director Nigel Williams, who is this year’s artist in residence at Piper Theater.
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Tragic Deaths in Fort Greene
This morning I read in the Brooklyn Paper about the sad and tragic death of Aileen McKay-Dalton, the 40-year-old mother of three in Ft. Greene, who was riding a Vespa when she was hit by a speeding SUV driver, who ran the light.
Yugoslav Musician Opens Women’s Apparel Shop in Park Slope
Even before I walked into Fashion East, a new casual women’s clothing shop on Lincoln Place in Park Slope, I heard the strains of an electric guitar. When I opened the door I saw that the owner was actually practicing on a cool looking yellow electric.
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