We’d like to suggest a new version of “duck, duck, goose.” Take any photos in the area lately? Share them with us at editor@ditmasparkcorner.com, in the Ditmas Park Corner Flickr group [http://www.flickr.com/groups/dpcorner], or tag them #ditmaspark on Instagram, and we’ll post
Pakistani Independence Day
The annual Brooklyn Mela, which celebrates Pakistani Independence Day [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Independence_Day_(Pakistan)], is taking place tomorrow, Sunday, August 18 on Coney Island Avenue around Avenue H. Take a walk down the street, parts of which which will be closed to traffic, to shop, eat, hear
Spotted on Beverley Road by Nora [http://instagram.com/p/c9ti8Ho5z8/]. Take a photo recently in the neighborhood? Send it to editor@kensingtonbk.com and we’ll post it on the site! Find us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/KensingtonBk], Twitter [https://www.facebook.com/KensingtonBk], and check out
Announcements
A New Independent Democrats reception, headed by Jacob Gold, district leader/state committeeman, 44th Assembly District [http://assembly.state.ny.us/mem/James-F-Brennan/], was held recently in the neighborhood at the home of retired Civil Court judge Alice Fisher Rubin. The reception was attended by more than 100 community members,
co-ops
This week, we take a look at some of the duplex apartments on the market in the neighborhood that are hosting open houses this weekend. Any thoughts on these? 133 Sterling Place [/classifieds/show-classified/36/duplex-condo-open-house-sunday-aug-18-sterling-pl-and-7th-avenue/real-estate] Open House: Sunday, August 18, 12-2pm This is a duplex corner apartment featuring
subway station
Work at two of the 7th Avenue F/G subway station entrances will cause the staircases on opposite corners to be closed for about three months. Starting this Monday, August 19 and continuing through Tuesday, November 19, commuters won’t be able to access the entrances on the southeast (by
Midwood Martial Arts
Some businesses in Ditmas Park close up for a bit to enjoy a well-deserved break. We noticed a couple that will be closed in the next few weeks: • Vincent’s Barber Shop [http://www.yelp.com/biz/vincents-barber-brooklyn] (1505 Cortelyou Road) will be closed from Sunday, August 18 through Monday,
Alaar Threading Salon
A “for rent” sign is up in Alaar Threading Salon [http://www.yelp.com/biz/alaar-threading-salon-brooklyn], a hair removal place that has gotten mixed reviews on Yelp, at 435 9th Street on the corner of 7th Avenue. If you’re looking for a high-traffic spot for your business — it’s
Operation Backpack
Summer’s not quite over, but it is time to start thinking about the upcoming school year — particularly about shopping for school supplies. While you’re out scouring sales to find everything on your child’s list, why not pick up a few extra supplies for students in need, if
Summer’s not quite over, but it is time to start thinking about the upcoming school year — particularly about shopping for school supplies. While you’re out scouring sales to find everything on your child’s list, why not pick up a few extra supplies for students in need, if
voter registration
Tomorrow, Friday, August 16 is the last day to register to vote in the September 10 primary election. In New York you must be registered with a party to vote in that party’s primary. Here’s what you need to know: •Here is the registration form to print out
Tomorrow, Friday, August 16 is the last day to register to vote in the September 10 primary election. In New York you must be registered with a party to vote in that party’s primary. Here’s what you need to know: •Here is the registration form to print out