On this date in 1856, Frank L. Baum was born in Chittenango, N.Y. He is, of course, best known for writing “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” And just as magical… It’s another Open Thread Wednesday on the Brooklyn Heights Blog. What’s on your mind? Comment away! (CT) Be Sociable, Share! Tweet
About Chuck Taylor
Journalist Chuck Taylor worked as a writer and Senior Editor at Billboard magazine for 14 years, has interviewed more than 500 entertainers and music executives, and penned front-page stories for Billboard about Celine Dion, Paul McCartney, Diana Krall, Elton John, Bette Midler, James Taylor, Tony Bennett and many more. He has been interviewed on an array of music and pop culture topics for ABC's “20/20,” “CBS Evening News,” CNN FN, VH1's “Behind the Music,” MTV, BBC and A&E's Biography"; and has been quoted in the New York Times, USA Today, TV Guide, People, Entertainment Weekly and numerous others. He is a voting member of NARAS (Grammy Awards).Author Archive | Chuck Taylor
Heights’ Resident Paul Giamatti Filming ‘Amazing Spider-Man 2′ In DUMBO
“The Amazing Spider-Man 2″ is filming in DUMBO this week, as the neighborhood was taken over by police cars, the “Midtown bus,” crowds of extras and all sorts of whacko action. McBrooklyn offers pics, including lead Andrew Garfield—and Brooklyn Heights’ own Paul Giamatti, who plays villain “The Rhino.” In the film, his alter ego is [...]
Improved Brooklyn Bridge Ramps To Brooklyn Heights Near Completion
A series of choke points providing entry and exits to the Brooklyn Bridge are nearing completion, including a ramp that connects Brooklyn-bound lanes to Cadman Plaza West and Old Fulton Street in Brooklyn Heights. The New York Times reports that three ramps are just about finished, also including one connecting the bridge’s exit from the [...]
Corner Of Hicks & Atlantic Realigned To Ease Congestion
The Department of Transportation begins work this week on a project aimed at easing congestion in Brooklyn Heights and Cobble Hill. Improvements will be made on Hicks Street, near Atlantic Avenue and the BQE, “where speeding and heavy traffic have been a longtime concern for community members,” according to news reports. DOT will add planters [...]
Open Thread Wednesday, May 8, 2013
And you thought it was just another Hump Day. But no, it’s Open Thread Wednesday on your favorite local online destination, the Brooklyn Heights Blog. What’s on your mind? Comment away! (CT) Be Sociable, Share! Tweet
Disdain Over Citibike Stations Turns To Legal Action, Including 150 Joralemon Street
The Citi Bike Share program is now prompting more than simple community disdain. Add a collection of lawsuits against the city and its Department of Transportation—including one by the co-op board of 150 Joralemon Street. Racks there are allegedly getting in the way of garbage collection, “with three other racks in a three-block vicinity offering [...]
Brooklyn Bridge Would-Be Jumper
The Brooklyn Bridge is shut down in both directions Saturday afternoon as police report the presence of a jumper. A BHB reader reported talking to police while stranded in a cab on the bridge, and confirmed that cops are trying to talk down a man spotted pacing back and forth on the Manhattan tower of the bridge. Update: The man was talked down by NYPD.
Key Food Intends To Maintain Clipped Store Hours
In the midst of Hurricane Sandy, the Key Food at 102 Montague Street scaled back its operating hours due to challenges with deliveries and gas. A manager tells BHB that those clipped store hours are here to stay. Before Sandy, the store was open until midnight Monday through Saturdays, and until 11 p.m. on Sunday. [...]
Adam Yauch Park Dedication Friday, May 3: The Main Event
The official dedication ceremony for Adam Yauch Park, at Columbia Place and State Street, took place Friday, May 3, on a picture perfect Brooklyn Heights morning. Among those sharing memories of the late musician, who died from cancer May 4, 2012, were his mother, Frances Yauch; fellow Beastie Boy Adam Horowitz; Brooklyn Borough president Marty [...]
Adam Yauch Park Dedication: The Morning’s Program
The official dedication of Adam Yauch Park this morning at Columbia Place and State Street featured numerous speeches praising the musician and activist’s contributions to music—and his Brooklyn home. The event program is below. (CT) Be Sociable, Share! Tweet
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- Brooklyn Bugle Book Club: “Seward: Lincoln’s Indispensable Man” by Walter Stahr
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- The Amazing Spiderman Films In DUMBO [Photos and VIDEO]
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Open Thread Wednesday, May 15, 2013
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Citi Bike Share “Ambassadors” Will Be At Willowtown Fair Saturday
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Corner Of Hicks & Atlantic Realigned To Ease Congestion
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Instructive Graffiti on Clark Street
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More Walk Photos
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Last Minute Weekend Suggestions: Brooklyn Heights and Nearby
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Improved Brooklyn Bridge Ramps To Brooklyn Heights Near Completion
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Brooklyn Heights Promenade Gardens Bake Sale
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84th Precinct Community Council Meeting Tuesday Evening
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Another Chance Saturday To See ‘If These Knishes Could Talk’, BHB Contributor Heather Quinlan’s NY Accent Movie
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Open Thread Weekend 5/17/13
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Brooklyn Bridge Park’s “Sunset Ohana” is Thursday Evening, June 6
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Brooklyn Federal Courthouse Target of Second “Anthrax” Letter
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Citi Bike Share “Ambassadors” Will Be At Willowtown Fair Saturday
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Last Minute Weekend Suggestions: Brooklyn Heights and Nearby
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Reminder: Theater 2020′s Midsummer Night’s Dream Starts This Weekend
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