Brooklyn Community Board District 2 informs that the Cadman Park turf area will be closed for an estimated two to three months to replace the synthetic turf, starting next week. The Cadman Park Oval Reconstruction is also ongoing. Reconstruction of the Cadman Plaza public restroom building is in the procurement stage. See more details of […]
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Chama Mama Opens on Montague Street!
Last night, Georgian restaurant Chama Mama had its soft opening on Montague St., and it proved to be a fantastic new dining option that we can all be excited about. At prime dinner time, almost every table and bar seat was taken. The hostess remarked that the staff was surprised by the turnout, since they […]
City Proposes Rule To Banish Vendors From Brooklyn Bridge
Mary Frost reports in the Brooklyn Daily Eagle that New York City plans to ban vendors from all pedestrian bridges, including Brooklyn Bridge. Current rules imply that vending on elevated pedestrian walkways and approaches to bridges is prohibited, but the City says an explicit rule is needed to aid in enforcement. The purpose of the new rule […]
BQE Interim Repairs Info Session This Thursday, July 20, 4 PM; Update on Work at Columbia Street Ramps
The NYC Department of Transportation will be holding a virtual meeting to discuss the BQE interim repairs. You can sign up for the meeting at this link. You can also view the DOT’s June 2023 interim repairs webinar powerpoint presentation at this link or watch the webinar on YouTube at this link. The DOT’s written update this week covered […]
Cranberry’s Hands Over the Keys to Poppy’s: It Was Kismet!
It’s been three years since Cranberry’s said farewell to Brooklyn Heights after 42 years in business. Ever since, the neighborhood has been in mourning and wondering, “what could possibly replace Cranberry’s?” The answer is, “Poppy’s!” As you read on, you’ll agree that it’s the answer that was meant to be and the perfect fit for the space […]
Peter Kendall Clark to Perform “Songs from the Ledge” at Brooklyn Heights Library This Friday, June 23rd, 4:00 PM
Peter Kendall Clark a/k/a Brownstone Baritone brings his much celebrated Songs from the Ledge concert to the Brooklyn Heights Library this Friday, June 23rd, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Peter, one of the silverest linings to come out of the pandemic, was on the BHB Ten 2021 list. Our favorite Baritone has gifted Brooklyn Heights with more than 200 free concerts since […]
Celebrate Brooklyn Heights Community Fridge’s Second Anniversary, Saturday, June 17th, 12-5 PM
The Brooklyn Heights Community Fridge has been a neighborhood hub of giving, volunteering, gathering and feeding the hungry for two years running. Come out and celebrate the Fridge’s second anniversary on Saturday, June 17th, from 12:00-5:00 PM in the Peace Garden at First Presbyterian Church, 124 Henry St. There will be live music, snacks, repainting […]
Neighbors Come to Rescue Victim of Robbery and Stabbing on Joralemon St. Early Tuesday Morning
The 84th Precinct is investigating a robbery and stabbing at Joralemon St. and Columbia Place that occurred Tuesday morning at about 6:33 a.m. The robber approached the 55-year-old male victim from behind and grabbed his bag containing his wallet and laptop. When the victim tried to reclaim his bag, the robber stabbed him in the […]
Movies With a View at Brooklyn Bridge Park, This Year’s Theme: “We Are Family”
From Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy: The beloved outdoor summer film series, Movies With A View, presented by the Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy, is back for its 23rd season, across eight consecutive Thursday evenings in July and August at Pier 1 Harbor View Lawn in Brooklyn Bridge Park. This year the theme of “We Are Family” brings […]
Brooklyn Heights Association’s “Future of the BQE” Survey Results Are Out
Update: According to Kirstyn Brendlen in the Brooklyn Paper the DOT has decided to delay repair work on the triple cantilever by conducting a traffic study before the environmental study instead of concurrently. The DOT says the cantilevered section will be safe, and “plans to begin some short-term repairs on the most-damaged sections of the […]
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