Monthly Archives: May 2010

Third Annual Bed-Stuy Bike Ride This Saturday!

Posted on May 17, 2010 by The Changeling

[ May 22, 2010; 9:00 am to 11:00 am. ]
The Bedford Stuyvesant Biking Coalition presents the 3rd Annual Neighborhood Bike Ride this Saturday, May 22nd, at 9:00 a.m.
This is a fun family ride. Join us as we bike around and through our neighborhood checking out hidden gems, regular favorites and oft missed treasures. The ride departs from Common Grounds, 376 Tompkins Ave between [...]

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Possible Residential & Commercial Properties Available: 100 & 102 Ralph Avenue

Posted on May 13, 2010 by The Progressive Southside

100 Ralph Avenue is the four story building on the right with the construction lumber surrounding it.  From observation, the building has been fully renovated and will be used as rental apartments, including the first floor.  For those who may be interested in doing some sleuthing, the owner’s contact information is 544 Park Avenue in [...]

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The NYPD Tapes-81st Precinct Part 2

Posted on May 12, 2010 by The Changeling

Here’s the second part of the Village Voice article on the aggressive arrest campaign by the 81st precinct. The article reveals that these aggressive methods led to stop-and-frisks increasing by 900% in the neighborhood, and describes the police state that the 81st has become. Have any of you experienced or seen this type [...]

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T&T Vernon Community Gardens Welcomes Spring with Colorful Flower Beds

Posted on May 10, 2010 by The Changeling

It’s time to get your gardening tools out and get down and dirty! The folks over at T&T Vernon Community Garden located at
200 Vernon Avenue between Throop and Tompkins have recently started spring planting by adding some flower beds to their garden. The sight of tulips and daffodils always makes me feel happy. [...]

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The NYPD Tapes-81st Precinct

Posted on May 10, 2010 by Teanickeldime

Village Voice stands appeared near subway entrances just in time to deliver the story on corruption in the 81st.

The cover article of the latest issue of the Village Voice is starting to make its round on local TV news. An officer in the 81st Precinct in Bed Stuy (which runs from Atlantic to Broadway, Marcus [...]

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Flip This House: Mixed Use Building on Malcolm X Boulevard & Macon Street

Posted on May 7, 2010 by The Progressive Southside

This mixed use corner property is an eyesore.  However, the sandy colored four story building has some unique details, like the vertical brick patterns and triangular bay windows.  There was a scaffold around the storefront portion at one time, but it looks like the entire building has been abandoned once it was removed.  Does anyone [...]

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Bainbridge Annual Plant Sale This Saturday!

Posted on May 6, 2010 by The Changeling

[ May 8, 2010; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] The Bainbridge Street Annual Plant sale takes place this Saturday. The proceeds from this sale help to fund the block association which uses the funds for such things as preparing for the Botanic Garden Greenest Block Contest. Please come out purchase a few plants and support one of the most beautiful blocks in Bed-Stuy. [...]

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Wine Tasting This Evening at Akwaaba

Posted on May 6, 2010 by The Changeling

[ May 6, 2010; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Check out this wine tasting happening at the Akwaaba Mansion! The tasting includes South African wines and the proceeds go the YMCA’s Strong Kids Campaign.

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Commercial Property For Rent: 408 & 410 Marcus Garvey Boulevard

Posted on May 5, 2010 by The Progressive Southside

There are two buildings with commercial rental availability on Marcus Garvey Boulevard between Macon and Halsey Streets.
The building on the right without an awning is 408 Marcus Garvey Boulevard and the entire building has been renovated.   There is no information about the apartments or the commercial space.  Does anyone have contacts or details to offer?  A [...]

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Women’s Security Conference This Saturday

Posted on May 4, 2010 by The Changeling

[ May 8, 2010; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ]

Join women of all ages, races and backgrounds in a day of healing and intentional dialogue! The Hattie Carthan Women’s Security Conference is an opportunity for all women to come together to network and create diverse partnerships which address feminine health, community building/community health and the health of our environment. This one day conference will [...]

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