As we noted a week ago, the City Department of Transportation has new plans for the reconstruction of the BQE Central, the cantilevered portion of the Brooklyn Queens Expressway that runs below Brooklyn Heights, from Atlantic Avenue to Sands Street, and would hold two public forums, one in person on June 20, and one on […]
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New residents in the neighborhood
Brooklyn Heights is full of what the Brits call “des res”: highly desirable residences that are in great demand. But the hottest new spots in the neighborhood aren’t classic prewar buildings, or fancy new construction. No–our newest neighbors have eschewed the conventional and headed for the trees. Per the Daily Eagle‘s wonderful Mary Frost, more than […]
Music and Dance at Open Streets Montague Sunday
Update: Open Streets Montague has been cancelled for this Sunday, June 23, because of predicted extreme heat. The final Open Streets Montague before the summer break will be next Sunday, June 30. We’ll let you know what’s on the schedule soon, so stay tuned. This Sunday, June 23, Open Streets Montague will feature a performance […]
DOT Presents Two New Public BQE Forums
We’ve been alerted by the Brooklyn Heights Association that the City Department of Transportation will hold two public forums “providing a project update on BQE Central, the Brooklyn Queens Expressway between Atlantic Ave. and Sands Street.” One will be in person this Thursday evening, June 20, starting at 6:30 at the City Tech Namm Cafeteria, […]
Mansion House Attack Update: Surveillance Video Stills Released
From a Brooklyn Eagle article, the NYPD have released photo stills from the surveillance video of the Mansion House vandalism/protest/attack, and are referring to it as a “hate crime criminal mischief incident.” If you seen this person, or have any information regarding this crime, you can contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), or […]
Anti-Semitic Attack on BK Museum Director’s Mansion House Home
Last night, purportedly Pro-Palestinian protesters vandalized the Mansion House on Hicks Street, where Brooklyn Museum director Anne Pasternak resides. The front of the building was defaced with red paint, inverted red triangles were painted on the doors, and hung up a banner that said “Anne Pasternak Brooklyn Museum White-Supremacist Zionist.” This was apparently a part […]
Dad’s the Star at Open Streets Montague Sunday
This Sunday, June 16, is Father’s Day and, at Open Streets Montague, local businesses have lots to offer dads. Visit the Orange Theory table between Clinton and Henry from noon until 5:00 to sign up for a gift and a week of free classes. From noon until 3:00 between Henry and Hicks he can try […]
Blood Drive (and More) at Sunday’s Open Streets Montague
This Sunday’s (June 9) Open Streets Montague will feature a blood drive to benefit the New York Blood Center, sponsored by the Montague Street BID, St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church, and the Brooklyn Heights Association. Donations will be taken from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM in front of St. Ann’s Church at 157 […]
Movies With A View at Brooklyn Bridge Park with Food Trucks and Bar, Thursday Evenings, July 11 to August 29
Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy’s iconic outdoor summer film series, Movies With A View presented by Pluto TV, is back for its 24th season. Movies will be shown every Thursday evening from July 11 to August 29 at Pier 1 Harbor View Lawn in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Guests are invited to enjoy a free movie under the stars at […]
All Monroe Place Residents Without Water Beause of Main Break
Update: Water was restored last (Saturday) night. A water main break this morning has caused all Monroe Place residents to lose water supply to their homes. The latest word is that water service should be restored by 9:00 tonight. Photo: C.Scales for BHB
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