Morning– On a perfect day, I will start the day with yoga at Brooklyn Yoga Collective on Franklin Ave. All their classes are sliding scale and have mats for you to use without charge. There are classes all day long and this space is a very peaceful way to start the morning. I will then […]
There will be a public forum tonight, presented by the Gowanus Canal Conservancy, to discuss the future of public space in Gowanus. This community is rapidly growing and changing and the residents and business owners have a say in this change. With rezoning of this area in the future it’s important to learn about and […]
We passed 313 Court Street the other day and noticed the new space. The spot used to be called Madison Rose and sold consignment maternity and children’s wear. The owners of Madison Rose are still at this location but have changed the concept of the store, as well as the name, exterior and interior. It’s […]
This amazing gallery is located on the second floor of a turn of the century carriage house at 224 48th Street in Sunset Park. The building itself exudes a historical spirit and the details give it wonderful character. Gallery directors Joseph and Audrey Anastasi love their space for exactly that reason. The architecture and […]
We don’t have that much longer to dine outside so take advantage of enjoying your meal while looking at the night sky or watching the clouds roll by. Here’s a run down of our five favorite spots in and around the area. 1. Frankie’s 457 has a lovely courtyard area in the back (pictured […]
We always love to share info about affordable housing when we hear it and we just saw a blog on BrickUnderground about applications opening for affordable rentals in a few areas of Brooklyn, Bed Stuy, Clinton Hill, and Ocean Hill. One bedrooms in the four buildings that have availabilities start at $689 a month. To […]
Red Hook resident and owner of Realty Collective, Victoria Hagman, loves her hood. She has many favorites but if she had to narrow it down this would be her ideal day. Morning– A favorite coffee spot of mine is The Black Flamingo at 281 Van Brunt. Grabbing a cup and heading over to nearby Coffey […]
The BEAT festival is coming soon. The dates for the 4th annual event are Sept 10th-19th. For those of you unfamiliar with the festival, there is a brief description below. They are trying to add a show in Sunset Park, which would be on the last night of these week-long performances, and are asking for […]
There will be an open house this Sunday from 12-1pm for this sunny one bedroom in Prospect Heights with roof deck. Here’s a little blurb from our website: Just hit the market. September 1 move-in. Private Roof deck of your dreams!! This loft-like one bedroom has three exposures including: Western, Southern and Eastern sunlight. You […]
The POW! festival kicks off tomorrow night aboard the historic tanker Mary H. Whalen, which is currently docked off Pier 11 in Red Hook. A collaborative effort between Portside New York and Pioneer Works this is going to be an amazing event. You can expect free programs such as live music, tours, and an on […]
