Nostrand Park

Happy Thanksgiving

We're away until next week, so we hope that everyone has a splendid weekend and look forward to catching up with you all next week.

FUREE To Screen Film About Impacts of Rezoning

Via Brooklyn Eagle The Brooklyn organization Families United for Racial and Economic Equality (FUREE), in conjunction with the Medgar Evers School of Professional and Community Development, will premiere a screening of the new documentary showing the impacts of the city’s 2004 Rezoning of Downtown Brooklyn on Friday, Dec. 5, at the college in Crown Heights. Jump Here

Atlantic Yards Deathwatch

Yesterday Brownstoner introduced us to this site chronicling the anticipated demise Bruce Ratner's infamous Atlantic Yards Project. 

Real Estate Pick

960 Sterling Place This massive 1bedroom apartment boasts an uncommonly spacious configuration. There is hardwood throughout, a large kitchen with separate dining space, plenty of storage. Thepre-war building is located in Crown Heights close to shops and transportation and only 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan.

Franklin Park Expansion Opens Friday

From Eaterwire: Franklin Park debuts its new space this Friday.  Located right next door to the current location, this annex will feature the bar's signatue cocktails, diverse assortment of beers, and other bar amenities.  Jump here for more info

Children’s Book Fair

Children's Book Fair Saturday, November 15, 1-5 p.m. The Rubin Pavilion Autographed books available as holiday gifts for family and friends. Hands-on art activities. Light refreshments available. Readings 1:30 p.m. Phil Bildner, author of Turkey Bowl 2:30 p.m. Selina Alko, author and illustrator of Greetings from the 50 States 3:30 p.m. Mike Herrod, author and illustrator of Comics to Go!

2008 NY Election Information

Election 2008 Voting Information Today, November 4th, is Election Day! Remember to vote—not just for Barack Obama, but for Congressional, state, and local candidates as well. IMPORTANT NOTE: In New York, you can vote Obama on the Working Families line (Row E). Barack Obama will appear on your ballot twice in New York—first under the Democratic Party, and then again on Row E, the ballot line of New York's growing progressive third party. Voting for Barack Obama on the Working Fam...