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Things To Do In Bensonhurst This Weekend

There are several once-in-a-lifetime events going on in and around Bensonhurst this weekend. We’ve got something special for every age group — from FDR High School’s alumni extravaganza, to a visit from a famed Chinese children’s author, to a kids’ mini marathon. Details on those and more below.

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Sixty-Seven-Year-Old Memorial Stone Honoring FDR Stolen In Midwood

The plaque, dedicated to the memory of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, before it was ripped out of the stone. Source: Alyssa Katz (@alykatzz) via TwitterPresident Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Source: WikipediaResidents near the intersection of Avenue I and East 16th Street in Midwood were distressed to discover that a 67-year-old plaque

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Multi-Million Dollar FDR High School Athletic Field Ready To Go

Image courtesy of Councilman Greenfield’s officesFranklin Delano Roosevelt High School students, staff and Councilman David Greenfield were overjoyed to cut the ribbon yesterday afternoon on their brand new $3 million athletic field. FDR’s (5800 20th Avenue) football, softball, soccer and other teams did not have their own field

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Greenfield, Gentile Thank DOE For Keeping FDR Open

The following is a joint press release from the offices of City Council Members David Greenfield and Vincent Gentile: Council Members Greenfield, Gentile and Gonzalez Thank DOE for Agreeing to Keep FDR High School Open CMs Had Objected to Closure Plan in Letter to Chancellor Brooklyn, NY – Council Members David