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Spotlight on newly opened FabStylist Salon in Bed Stuy.

We are so proud to be working with small businesses like FabStylist.  Realty Collective’s Christopher Webb was happy to find owner, Sharntai Harris (pictured above), a space and help her join a community.  Here’s what he has to say about the salon and process. FabStylist Salon celebrated its grand opening in April 2015. The salon […]

Red Hook Parks update community meeting.

We just learned of this meeting at Miccio Center concerning updates about the capital projects in Red Hook.  Input from the community can help decide where the funds should be distributed for parks in the area of Red Hook so it important for residents to come out and have their voice heard.  Mark this on […]

Summer literacy tutoring.

We wanted to share this with everyone.  We’ve blogged about our friend, Eleanor, before.  She tutors in the neighborhood and surrounding areas.  She’s going to be tutoring over the summer as well.  If your child loves reading, creative writing, or needs some extra help to get them ready for the new school year this would […]

Community meeting tonight about development at LICH.

Tonight is the general meeting for the Cobble Hill Association and we wanted to share this flyer with everyone.  We’ve been following the story of Long Island College Hospital since we learned about the imminent closing long ago.  The future of the development at LICH is important to area residents and business owners alike.  Everyone […]

East New York community plan rezoning proposal in September.

  The community plan process for East New York, which was supposed to begin in the spring with rezoning proposals, has been pushed back until early September.  We’ve been reading a lot about the goings on and plans for this neighborhood and though we were expecting and interested to hear more about it this spring […]

Spring at Greenwood Cemetery photos.

We added a Pinterest board over the winter entitled “Greenwood Cemetery” and were very happy to add some spring time pictures to it yesterday.  We only have a handful of weeks left to see the blossoming trees and spring flowers and Greenwood Cemetery is a lovely place to visit before the season has passed.  We’ve […]

New book store in Red Hook.

Our lovely Mary Gaglio snapped this shot at 289 Van Brunt Street (at the corner of Pioneer).  It’s a book store opened by our already established and loved neighbor Pioneer Works. Definitely a welcome addition to Red Hook.  It looks so quaint too!  A while back the space housed both a hair salon and small […]

Red Hook Art Project has joined Amazon Smile.

The wonderful Red Hook organization RHAP, a tutoring and mentoring program, has joined Amazon Smile.  If you’ve never heard of this version of Amazon before we’ll explain.  Buy something through Amazon and a percentage of proceeds will go towards the project of your choice.  More info below on how to do this. Simply go to www.smile.amazon.com instead […]

The Pirate Ball is coming soon!

  Last weekend we had such a great time at The Red Hook Prom and now we’re gearing up for another amazing Red Hook event, The Pirate Ball!  Aside from being a wonderful cause, to raise funds for the Waterfront Museum’s repairs, it’s also a whole lot of fun.  Come dressed like a pirate, hop […]

“Painting with a Twist” opening in Cobble Hill.

  This spot at 228 Smith Street was converted into a storefront and it’s new tenant is a company called Painting with a Twist, which has other locations around the tri-state area.  What’s the twist?  Libations, of course!  “Bring your favorite bottle of wine or beverage, invite your friends, and enjoy step-by-step instruction with our […]