am thai bistro
Like suckers, we spotted this sign outside Am Thai Bistro [http://www.amthaibistro.com] (1003 Church Avenue between E 10th and E 11th Streets) today advertising half-price drinks with the purchase of certain dishes on Tuesdays. It’s a little different from the other happy hours around the ‘hood [/blog/
brokelyn
Brokelyn published a list yesterday called 5 BK girl successes who are out there killing it [http://brokelyn.com/the-real-girls-of-brooklyn-5-success-stories-who-dont-fit-the-stereotype/?ic_source=featured_posts] , including a florist, poet and activist, restaurateur, playwright–and Ditmas Park-based singer Doe Paoro [http://doepaoro.bandcamp.com]. In their mini-profile, Doe Paoro (otherwise known as
Mexico Lindo Y ¡Q’ Rico! Deli [https://foursquare.com/v/mexico-lindo-y-que-rico-deli/4ec0168c61af06192b63ebf5] (497 Coney Island Avenue between Turner Place and Albemarle Road) has been around for eight years, but it’s one of those places that’s easy to miss. Between a tile place and a health clinic, the storefront
enchiladas
Mexico Lindo Y ¡Q’ Rico! Deli [https://foursquare.com/v/mexico-lindo-y-que-rico-deli/4ec0168c61af06192b63ebf5] (497 Coney Island Avenue between Turner Place and Albemarle Road) has been around for eight years, but it’s one of those places that’s easy to miss. Between a tile place and a health clinic, the storefront
city stomp
Sure, school is starting soon–but sometimes little learners want more than what’s offered in standard art or music classes. Luckily for locals, some free trial classes are on their way to the neighborhood. This Friday, September 6, City Stomp [http://www.citystompmusic.com] is holding a free Family
We don’t get down to the neighborhood much these days, but it’s a sad time for produce in Midwood. According to the Daily News [http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/brooklyn/brooklyn-meat-shop-chopped-brooklyn-college-expansion-article-1.1441574] , the Meat Barn [http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-meat-barn-market-new-york] and Northeastern Produce Market [http://www.yelp.
brooklyn college expansion
We don’t get down to the neighborhood much these days, but it’s a sad time for produce in Midwood. According to the Daily News [http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/brooklyn/brooklyn-meat-shop-chopped-brooklyn-college-expansion-article-1.1441574] , the Meat Barn [http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-meat-barn-market-new-york] and Northeastern Produce Market [http://www.yelp.
produce
“A bit of yummy produce,” says neighbor Nancy, “from my kitchen garden on the concrete patio that used to be a driveway!” Way to reduce a carbon footprint and get yourself some delicious-looking treats, girl. Produce props. What having you been growing? Share with us at editor@ditmasparkcorner.com, in
District 40
On September 10, Ditmas Parkers and others across NYC will have the chance to vote for the Mayor, Comptroller, Public Advocate, Borough President, and City Council hopeful that’s right for them. Here’s some handy info about candidates and voting to prep you for the big day. Mayor Speakers
This week might be your last chance to have fun before the school year starts anew, so makes sure to garden, boogie, and sing–and check back Thursday to see what’s happening this weekend. Tuesday, September 3 * Sustainable Flatbush [http://sustainableflatbush.org/]‘s Healing Herb Garden [/blog/garden/volunteer-get-dirty-at-the-sustainable-flatbush-garden]
mosquitoes
The Health Department [http://www.nyc.gov/html/doh/html/home/home.shtml] will be spraying across the borough [http://www.nyc.gov/html/doh/html/environmental/wnv-spray.shtml] from 8pm tonight to 6am tomorrow to reduce mosquitoes and the spread of West Nile Virus. Trucks will spread Scourge [http:
Keep an eye out for no parking signs if you park on the street. The Department of Transportation has milling and paving work scheduled [http://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/downloads/pdf/bkresurf.pdf] for various roads around the neighborhood all week. Tuesday, September 3 * Ditmas Ave, from 18th Ave