Monthly Archives: May 2010

Won’t You Speak for This Tree?

Posted on May 20, 2010 by The Changeling

Jeremy from BushwickBK recently emailed me about trees that could use a helping hand. Apparently the Million Trees NYC website lists city trees that are in need of a steward. There’s a tree in need in our neighborhood–it’s located at 192 Pulaski Street between Throop and Tompkins. Do you live on this [...]

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Brooklyn Prom Project Boutique Day

Posted on May 20, 2010 by The Changeling

[ May 22, 2010; 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ]
Do you know a high school junior or senior in need of a dress for their upcoming 2010 prom? Is so, Dazzle Divaz and House of Art Gallery can help!

Dazzle Divaz in Conjunction with Goddess have collected social occasion dresses, shoes and accessories for the benefit of the Brooklyn Prom Project. All items [...]

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Images of Black Swan

Posted on May 20, 2010 by The Changeling

Check out these photos of the newly opened Black Swan posted by Ultraclay. These images really capture the beauty of Bed-Stuy’s new gastropub. I had dinner at Black Swan about a week after it opened and I was thrilled with the food. I had a burger, fries, calamari and deviled [...]

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FREE WINE Comedy Show at Le Sucre

Posted on May 19, 2010 by Alexa11221

[ May 20, 2010; 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm. June 3, 2010; 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm. ] LIVE in Bed-Stuy, it’s–Thursday Night? Join the inimitable Del Harrison and a rotating group of local comedians for an evening of stand-up and improv comedy at Le Sucre Coffee and Jazz Lounge on DeKalb Ave.

Every 1st and 3rd (and 5th) Thursday of the month, at 7:30 pm, Del and her crew present Del’s FREE WINE [...]

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Therapy Wine Bar’s New Neighbor

Posted on May 19, 2010 by The Progressive Southside

The storefront property hidden behind security shutters for so long next door to Therapy Wine Bar (364 Lewis Avenue, between Macon and Halsey Streets) has finally come to life.  Over the past couple of weeks, it’s been replaced by a see through shutter and has gone through some renovations.  Passerbys are able to see new but [...]

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Clothing Swap This Weekend

Posted on May 19, 2010 by The Changeling

[ May 22, 2010; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]

There’s a clothing swap sponsored by Greener Gotham Events happening this Saturday! Bring your clean and usable women’s, men’s, and children’s clothing to contribute.

Clothes left over from the swap will go to the wonderful programs at Housing Works, which provide the highest quality services for homeless men, women, and children living with HIV and [...]

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Creative Blossoms Is A Late Bloomer

Posted on May 19, 2010 by The Progressive Southside

A withering bouquet in a florist window is a bad sign, but with Creative Blossoms (370 Lewis Avenue, between Macon and Halsey Streets) there’s a reason why. According to their website which appears to have been redesigned, they’re in the process of moving to another location in Bed-Stuy.   Some have wondered if Creative Blossoms [...]

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Choles Beauty Supply: A Unique Business in Bed-Stuy

Posted on May 18, 2010 by The Changeling

The Progressive Southside and I got a chance to visit a brand new business on Marcus Garvey Boulevard called Choles Beauty Supply. What’s unique about this business is that the owners are African-American, which is unusual when it comes to beauty supply stores. The business has been open for about four months.

Toni, Dawn [...]

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Crane Operations Scheduled on Tuesday and Wednesday

Posted on May 18, 2010 by The Progressive Southside

Crane operations will close traffic on Stuyvesant Avenue between Halsey and Hancock Streets today and Wednesday from 9AM to 3PM.  Other notices around the block state that the crane is assigned for work at 521 Halsey Street, which is the address of the billiards social joint Eight Ball Center.  Does anyone have any details as [...]

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Gorgeous Duplex for Rent

Posted on May 17, 2010 by The Changeling

Some of our readers sent in photos of an apartment that they are trying to rent. It is a duplex in a limestone, and it is very, very nice! It’s perfect for a family or two people who need space to work from home. If you’re looking for a space, hop on this [...]

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