Monthly Archives: November 2008

The leaves turn in Bed Stuy…

Posted on November 12, 2008 by Inquisigal

…and what was seen as only a crumbling building, becomes a living, dying canvas

…the vines were pleasant enough in the summer, but now, only now, do they truly reveal themselves

…turn on the light in your laundry room, and take a closer look. this is what you just might see

fall in Bed Stuy
Photos by [...]

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Kumble Theater for Performing Arts Upcoming Performances

Posted on November 8, 2008 by The Changeling

[ November 10, 2008; 10:00 am; 12:15 pm; November 12, 2008; 12:00 pm; November 14, 2008; 7:30 pm; November 15, 2008; 7:30 pm; ]

Here’s some information on upcoming performances at Kumble Theatre, located on the campus of Long Island University’s Brooklyn Campus (Flatbush Avenue between Dekalb & Willoughby):

 
Community Works Presents: Come to the Well: Folkloric Tales of the African Diaspora Series-Anasai the Spider with ASASE YAA African American Dance Theater – Music! Dance! Rhythm & Songs

Monday ~ November [...]

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MoveOn.org Offering Free Obama Victory Stickers

Posted on November 7, 2008 by Alexa11221

Hey,
Want a free Obama sticker to celebrate our victory? It’s designed by Shepard Fairey, the artist who created the iconic HOPE poster. And MoveOn’s giving them away totally free–even the shipping’s free.
I just got mine. Click this link to get your free Obama sticker:
http://pol.moveon.org/shepstickers/?id=-14406950-wLvvLAx&rc=
Thanks!
(You can get one for free and up to 50 with a [...]

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Brand New Day!

Posted on November 7, 2008 by The Changeling

So it’s a Brand New Day! I’m so happy to see Obama win. I never thought I would see a black President of the United States, so I’ve spent the past couple of days in a state of shock.
I didn’t post immediately after Obama’s win because I was waiting for the [...]

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More Affordable Housing Coming to Bed-Stuy

Posted on November 7, 2008 by The Changeling

A few days ago I posted about an affordable housing development that represented the right type of affordable housing for our neighborhood. It looks like there’s more of that type of housing coming our way. I just received this information on The Gates Coops:
Pratt Area Community Council (PACC) is developing a 34-unit affordable [...]

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Victory Soundtrack!

Posted on November 6, 2008 by Alexa11221

Cocoa Tea’s “Barack Obama”

Mashup of Parliament’s “Chocolate City” + Obama footage.
You should be able to click them to play (links are to youtube).
photo source: eyemaze

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Brooklyn Public Library’s Annual Gala

Posted on November 4, 2008 by The Changeling

Brooklyn Public Library Invites You to Celebrate the 12th Annual Gala!
I recently received this information from the BPL:
Brooklyn Public Library’s committed to serving all of Brooklyn’s diverse and ever-expanding communities. Please join us for an evening to celebrate those efforts and recognize the outstanding contribution of four exceptional people:
2008 Honorees
Russell Simmons, Chairman & CEO, Rush [...]

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Theatre Group Seeks Brooklyn Stories

Posted on November 3, 2008 by The Changeling

I just received this in the inbox:

The Civilians want to hear from you. Brooklyn is changing fast. We are creating BROOKLYN AT EYE LEVEL a theater show inspired by interviews about the transformation of Brooklyn and the controversial Atlantic Yards Project. If you have something to say about the communities surrounding the proposed project (Downtown, [...]

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Pancake Breakfast Benefit at 123 Community Space

Posted on October 31, 2008 by The Changeling

[ November 2, 2008; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]

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Little League Needs Volunteers for the 2009 Season

Posted on October 31, 2008 by The Changeling

[ November 8, 2008; 1:00 pm; ] Inner City Sports Little League, based in Bed-Stuy is looking for adults (18 and older) who are interested in volunteering to serve as managers or coaches for the 2009 Little League season. Inner City Sports Little League is open to boys and girls ages 4-13. Managers/coaches will need to devote one night per week from [...]

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