blood drive
We spotted a tweet from the New York Blood Center this morning, that said the city’s community blood supply is dangerously low. According to the New York Blood Center: > Many blood drives have been cancelled because of accumulated or predicted snowfall, many donors haven’t been able to
In the market for a new rental? You’re in luck, because we’ve put together some of our favorite listings from the neighborhood this week. Check ‘em out and let us know what you think: 16th and Prospect Avenue [http://www.bhsusa.com/brooklyn/garden-gem/rental/3766579] Brown Harris
blood donor
We spotted a tweet from the New York Blood Center this morning, that said the city’s community blood supply is dangerously low. According to the New York Blood Center: > Many blood drives have been cancelled because of accumulated or predicted snowfall, many donors haven’t been able to
14th Street
A 29-year-old man was reportedly punched in the head [http://parkslope.patch.com/articles/police-blotter-three-muggers-punch-man-in-head-on-sixth-avenue] as he walked down 6th Avenue near 14th Street around 1pm, on February 7, according to Park Slope Patch. However, we spoke to the NYPD this morning, and they tell us the mugging actually took
Alzheimer's disease
The New York Memory Center (199 14th Street) held a Valentine’s Day dance last night for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease [http://nymemorycenter.org/resources/what-is-alzheimer’s/], and their families. For more information on the monthly Memory Arts Cafe [http://nymemorycenter.org/memory-arts-cafe/], which is always free and
From teen angst to jazz hands, there are a million things to do in South Slope this weekend. These are our top picks: Thursday, January 14 We can’t think of a better way to spend your Valentine’s Day than listening to some of the finest examples of teen
giveaway
Congratulations are in order for Heather Johnston and Malcolm Kates, the 19th Street couple who were finalists [/blog/neighbors/all-they-need-is-love-and-facebook-likes] in The White Gown’s Valentine’s Day giveaway. It was announced today that the two have officially won [http://thewhitegown.com/blog/?p=5335], and will walk away with
How do you feel about the gushiest day of the year? Is it a ridiculous Hallmark holiday, or the perfect opportunity to shower your love with gifts and affection? Let’s check in with Twitter to see how the neighbors are approaching the day: > @bklyncomicsmore [https://twitter.com/bklyncomicsmore]
Best Beer Bar in Brooklyn
Commonwealth [http://commonwealthbar.com/] has the best jukebox [/blog/art-music/commonwealth-jukebox-named-best-in-nyc], Sea Witch [http://www.seawitchnyc.com/] was named Best New South Slope Drinking Oasis [/blog/food/sea-witch-named-best-south-slope-drinking-oasis-by-metro], and now the Owl Farm [http://theowlfarmbar.com/blog/] has been named Best Beer Bar in Brooklyn [http://www.thelmagazine.com/newyork/
happy new year
Snapped in the middle of 6th Avenue and 13th Street. Have a neighborhood photo to share? Send it to editor@bklyner.com, add it to the South Slope News Flickr Group [http://www.flickr.com/groups/southslope/], or tag it #southslope on Instagram, and we’ll post it to the
catering
Hosting an Oscar party this year? Kick it up a notch with the all new catering menu from Lot 2 [http://www.lot2restaurant.com/]. > All menus are seasonal, and subject to change according to availability. We are happy to work with you in creating a special menu. Meals are
wines
If you’re in the market for a bottle of Valentine’s Day wine, look no further than Big Nose Full Body [http://www.bignosefullbody.com/main_flash.html] (382 7th Ave). With a friendly and approachable staff on hand to offer you their expertise, there is no doubt that