Monthly Archives: November 2008

Preschool Round-Up For Parents

Posted on November 27, 2008 by The Changeling

[ December 6, 2008; 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Bed-Stuy and Prospect Heights
Saturday, Dec 6th, 2008
12:00 – 3:00
105 Lexington Avenue (between Franklin and Classon Avenues)

What is this?
An afternoon event in which local preschools and programs for toddlers and pre-school aged children will provide materials and information. Many parents are unaware of the rich and varied [...]

Posted in Bed-Stuy, Education, For Parents | Tagged | 3 Comments

Something to Think About This Thanksgiving

Posted on November 25, 2008 by The Changeling

Lest one think that he may reach for seconds and thirds at the Thanksgiving table without any repercussions, the fine folks on Franklin Avenue have installed a sidewalk scale to remind you to take it easy on the turkey (or vegan turkey) and stuffing. It is always helpful to have a visual reminder of the [...]

Posted in Bed-Stuy, Health, Sports and Fitness, The Sights & Sounds of Bed-Stuy | Tagged | 10 Comments

The Bed-Stuy Challenge: To Buy in the Stuy

Posted on November 25, 2008 by The Changeling

I’ve been seeing a few news items here and there urging us to spend our holiday dollars in the borough of Brooklyn.  A few days ago I thought I’d go one step further and try to spend all of my holiday dollars in the confines of Bed-Stuy.  Then I remembered that there were a few [...]

Posted in Bed-Stuy, Shopping | 9 Comments

Know the Facts Website Prevents Foreclosures in Bed-Stuy

Posted on November 21, 2008 by The Changeling

Photo Courtesy of Know the Facts Bed-Stuy
 
A reader sent me information on a website that she’s been working on called Know the Facts Bed-Stuy.
Several organizations came together with support from local council members initially to help prevent loan scams. Now the website provides free confidential online counseling to people who have already been victimized by [...]

Posted in Education, Real Estate | 7 Comments

A Jermaine Smith Play in Harlem

Posted on November 21, 2008 by The Changeling

Someone who regularly sends the blog updates about neighborhood events recently sent me this information about their friend’s play. The play sounds interesting, so I thought I would post on it. It’s being staged at the Dempsey Center in Harlem.

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Tomorrow is Communitree Day at the Hattie Carthan Garden

Posted on November 21, 2008 by The Changeling

[ November 22, 2008; 10:30 am; ]
This message is for all of you who care about trees or simply love to get dirty in the garden. Please spread far and wide to tree lovers everywhere!

Only the hardiest veggies are growing now, but there is still a lot to do in our gardens. Our trees must be cared for and pruned. The [...]

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Clothing Bins in Bed-Stuy

Posted on November 21, 2008 by The Changeling

I just received this question from a reader:
Do you by chance know of any clothing donation bins around Bed Stuy? I know there used to be 2 on Myrtle, but I haven’t seen them there in over a year. I haven’t seen one in quite some time and have a bunch of bags of [...]

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Reflections on Community Development: Stories from Bedford-Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation

Posted on November 17, 2008 by The Changeling

[ November 17, 2008; 5:30 pm; ]
Bedford-Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation in collaboration with the Adelaide Sanford Institute, Brooklyn Public Library, Brooklyn Historical Society, Brownstoners of Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, College of New Rochelle, Fulton Nostrand United Merchants Association, The Brooklyn Chapter of Links, Inc. and Weeksville Heritage Center

presents

Reflections on Community Development: Stories from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation
Reception [...]

Posted in Art and Artists, Community Events, History | 3 Comments

Affordable Rentals in Bed-Stuy

Posted on November 14, 2008 by The Changeling

I recently received some information about additional affordable housing units in our neighborhood:
Four Streets HDFC c/o Northeast Brooklyn Housing Development Corp. is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for 22 affordable housing rental apartments at 330 and 403 Chauncey Street, 667 McDonough Avenue, 794 Madison Street and 987 Putnam Avenue, in the [...]

Posted in Real Estate | Tagged | 13 Comments

Brooklyn Clothing Exchange Presents swap*meet

Posted on November 12, 2008 by The Changeling

What’s a clothing swap, you say?
A clothing swap is an excellent way to recycle clothing. It is a fun, smart, eco-friendly and inexpensive way to get rid of all the clothes, shoes, and accessories that you never wear but have been taking up space. At the same time, you can find a bunch of new [...]

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