Monthly Archives: May 2008

[ May 31, 2008; 2:00 pm; June 1, 2008; 12:30 pm; ] I just received this information about the upcoming rally against the expansion of the homeless intake center in Crown Heights. I believe that Bed-Stuy and Crown Heights should not be forced to shoulder the burden of housing this type of center in our neighborhoods. If you agree, then be sure to attend this [...]

OK, so, it’s “French rotisserie” chicken, which has to be a step up.
I’ve recently noticed that the commercial space on the corner of Marcy and Lafayette Avenues seems to have a tenant (although there is still a “Commercial Space Available” banner on the Marcy side).  I’ve never seen it open, though. When I called the [...]

[ June 5, 2008; 11:00 am; ]

I just received this information on an exciting event happening next week at the Brooklyn Public Library! Having KRS-ONE speak about literacy as a means to curb violence in our community makes this event especially timely. Check it out:

Celebrate Summer Reading at the Brooklyn Public Library with Mr. Met, the Big Apple Circus, [...]

[ May 30, 2008; 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. May 31, 2008; 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] I don’t know much about BBQ (I am, after all, from Connecticut) but I see that the Upper Room Full Gospel Baptist Church (corner of Marcus Garvey and Van Buren) is offering BBQ tonight (May 30) and Saturday night (May 31), sponsored by the Men’s Ministry and hosted by “The BBQ Kings.”

The menu includes [...]

As most of you know, I have a special place in my heart for artists. I’m especially interested in artists who place their art in public spaces, and I try to photograph their pieces whenever I stumble upon them. Several months ago I photographed some art placed on a sign in front of [...]

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PICK OF THE WEEK! #2 — $2000 — 2 br: This place is not 6 blocks to the G, it’s more [...]

This week’s question from the emailbag is for those of you who have a canine companion:
I have a dog, and am wondering if through the blog or any friends, you might know of a dog daycare or dog walkers in the area? Any suggestions would be welcome.
Any recommendations?

Ok, so Governor’s Island is not exactly bordering Bed-Stuy, but the event being held this Saturday seems so exciting I just had to post it. It’s an art exhibition involving 25 artists. It’s opens this Saturday and runs through July 26th:

ArtForward is pleased to promote EMERGENCE: Creative Pioneers in Uncharted Territory
On Saturday, May [...]