You might have noticed that local florist Seaport Flowers has moved out of their space on Hicks Street. Don’t worry, they haven’t gone far! As previously reported, Seaport will be reopening just a few blocks away at 309 Henry Street between State and Atlantic in the old Abitare space. The store has put up new […]
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Cast Your Vote: Movies in the Park on September 2!
Ever wish you could select the movies played at Brooklyn Bridge Park? Here’s your chance! The Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy announced that the polls are open for the final evening of this season’s Syfy presents Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Movies with a View. On September 2nd, the pick will be determined by public vote. Here are […]
Refresh with Water-on-the-Go
If you haven’t had enough water with all of the rain over the past few days, head down to Washington Street at the corner of Prospect Street today for a little refresher. The New York Department of Environmental Protection has set up water bottle refill stations all over the city, including right here in our […]
Donate School Supplies to Benefit Homeless Children
It’s that time of year again– New York children everywhere will soon be back to school. But did you know that there are 15,000 homeless boys and girls in New York who don’t have the school supplies they need to succeed? The Coalition for the Homeless started a project three years ago to help those […]
Ricky’s Costume Superstore Moving In
With 83 more days until Halloween, Ricky’s Costume Superstore plastered signage into the vacant ex-Jennifer Convertibles space at 121 Montague Street. The shop will be temporary for the Halloween season, offering an extensive selection of costumes, wigs, makeup, and scary accessories. Perhaps the seasonal store will spark a permanent business to take the empty space? […]
Grand Opening Party at The Heights Salon
Last night, the Brooklyn Heights neighborhood was invited to celebrate the Grand Opening of The Heights Salon at 136 Montague Street. Armed with wine, cake, and gift bags for all attendees, owners Rafael Nieves and Alfred Tom enthusiastically showed off their beautiful salon space. The salon offers a variety of services to their clients, including haircuts, color […]
Animal Planet on the Promenade
Love Animal Planet TV like Meerkat Manor, Whale Wars, and Corwin’s Quest? Run to the Promenade tonight because Animal Planet is filming a new series. While I couldn’t see which animals were involved, I could see a large cage. Any guesses? Share this Story: Tweet
The Calexico Cart is Here!
Looking for a cheap meal with a view? Calexico, a Mexican food cart usually found in Soho, has been serving up tacos burritos, and quesadillas right here at Brooklyn Bridge Park. The cart is a joint venture by three brothers from Southern California who also started a brick and mortar version at 122 Union Street […]
Taste and Travel with Fat Dave
Among the Zip Cars, Hybrids, and SUVs large enough to tote the Partridge Family, a vintage cab marked “Famous Fat Dave .Com” recently rolled through the streets of Brooklyn Heights. Who is Fat Dave and why is he famous? The Checker cab is part of a five borough eating tour where patrons can hop in […]
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