Monthly Archives: August 2009

Peering Into Patrick Van Doren Garden

Posted on August 31, 2009 by The Progressive Southside

On the northeast corner of Malcolm X Boulevard and Quincy Streets sits a colorful, mini-agricultural community garden. As I was taking pictures, the president of the Quincy Street Block Association president approached me.  She engulfed me with a wealth of information in minutes. The garden serves as a few purposes:
Events: the park is available for private [...]

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Lights, Camera, Action!!!

Posted on August 31, 2009 by The Progressive Southside

A couple of snapshots from the short film production of “The Cycle.”  Day one was shot at Fulton Park, right off Stuyvesant Avenue.  On day two, the crew spent the day at Brownstone Books on Lewis Avenue.  Read more about the project at www.mundolocofilms.com.

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This Artwork Could Be Named After Your Address

Posted on August 28, 2009 by The Progressive Southside

House of Art Gallery Space has a lovely piece of work on display by Trinidadian born artist Stuart McClean.  This is one of the first in a series of “Brownstone Art.”  Original acrylic on canvas, it features a handsome brownstone with people of color looking out of the windows, dressed in vibrant colored clothes.  [...]

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Mimosa Sundays @ Therapy Ushers In September 19th Grand Opening

Posted on August 27, 2009 by The Progressive Southside

Co-owner Angela Terry remembers their vendor space at last year’s SOLA Sidewalk Soiree event, with no bar space in sight.  Forward one year later and Therapy Wine Bar (364 Lewis Avenue, between Halsey and Macon Streets) officially opens on Saturday, September 19th – the same day as this year’s SOLA soiree.  Mimosa Sundays have preceded [...]

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On The Road To The City Council Primaries

Posted on August 26, 2009 by The Progressive Southside

We’re only a couple of weeks away from the primaries and by now, you should have seen some signs.  In today’s update, candidate Saquan Jones may possibly have trumped all of the 36th City Council candidates in outdoor advertising by far.  Jones has selected outdoor billboard and CEMUSA bus shelter advertising to get his message [...]

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Candidates’ Debate for the 36th District City Council Seat

Posted on August 25, 2009 by The Changeling

I just received word that there will be a debate for the candidates for the 36th District council seat on Wednesday, August 26, 2009 at Brooklyn College (Campus Road between East 27th Street and Amersfort Place). The event starts at 5:30 p.m. and it is free.
In the meantime, check out these interesting analyses [...]

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SOLA’s Sidewalk Soiree

Posted on August 25, 2009 by The Progressive Southside

[ September 19, 2009; 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. ]

SHOPS OF LEWIS AVENUE MERCHANT ASSOCIATION (SOLA)
presents the
4th Annual Sidewalk Soiree
Saturday, September 19, 2009  10AM-6PM
on the sidewalks of Lewis Avenue between Decatur and Halsey Streets

Music
Food
Fashion
Art
Healthy Living

Join the shops of Lewis Avenue along with other Bed-Stuy merchants for their annual showcase of local businesses.  This year’s soiree will include an array of Bed-Stuy retailers and home-based [...]

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MJ on Willoughby

Posted on August 24, 2009 by The Changeling

Willoughby and Spencer

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Winston’s Campaign Trail Goes Underground

Posted on August 24, 2009 by The Progressive Southside

Spotted…City Council candidate Mark Winston Griffith and his team greeting straphangers at the Utica Avenue A/C subway station during Friday morning’s rush hour.  The night before, Griffith was seen speaking at a private event held at Bread Stuy.

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Local Filmmaker Seeks Teen Extras for Short Film

Posted on August 23, 2009 by Alexa11221

Hello everyone,
I am in the process of making a short film to be submitted to the Tribeca Film Festival, and we are looking for teenagers to play important roles as extras in pivotal scenes.
Movie Title: THE CYCLE
Filming Dates: WED, AUG 26TH – WED, SEPT 2ND
Location: BED-STUY, BROOKLYN (near & around Fulton Park)
Production Website: WWW.MUNDOLOCOFILMS.COM
We need Teenage Girls riding [...]

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