News
Photo via amarproductions [https://www.instagram.com/p/BA7EJtvPCJf/?taken-at=222330146]Keep up with what’s going on in the neighborhood all week — follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, and sign up for our daily newsletter. And if you ever have any news tips, story ideas, questions, or anything,
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Photo via led101 [https://www.instagram.com/p/BA4QuoLPsHx/?taken-at=61172945] Well, the blizzard really showed up this time. And as of this article (Saturday, January 23 at 1:10pm), the snow is still going strong. Whether you’re cozying up inside, or venturing out for a little looksee, here
Kids & Family
Photo by Omri [http://instagram.com/p/WmfcUvNWvA/]The snow has arrived — the first real storm of the year! That means most parents are wondering how on earth they’ll entertain those stir-crazy kids for a full 24 hours. Zoning out in front of the TV all day is just
News
Photo via thepalestblue [https://www.instagram.com/p/BA2AJwIjoK3/?taken-at=1743231]After a busy week, here’s a chance to catch up on some of the news happening outside of our neighborhood! We’ve pulled together some of the most interesting recent stories from our sister sites. Greenlight Bookstore plans
Kids & Family
Photo courtesy of NYC ParksEnnis Playground [http://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/ennis-playground] has a much-needed renovation on the horizon, and Councilman Brad Lander [http://bradlander.nyc/] is reaching out to the community for design suggestions. Located on 11th Street, between 2nd and 3rd Avenues, the quiet Gowanus playground has garnered
Animals
Photo via Sean Casey Animal Rescue [https://www.facebook.com/SeanCaseyAnimalRescue/photos/a.378832716482.159179.17669251482/10153407437236483/?type=3&theater] Looking for a new companion? Bruno the dog is gentle and sweet. > Sean Casey says [ https://www.facebook.com/SeanCaseyAnimalRescue/photos/a.378832716482.159179.17669251482/10153407437236483/?type=3&
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Looking for new place to call home? We’ve rounded up a bunch of intriguing Park Slope apartment listings. Take a gander, and let us know if any of these locations are right for you. Happy hunting! 231 15th St #1C [http://www.trulia.com/rental/3223544599-231-15th-St-1C-Brooklyn-NY-11215] Available: Immediately Price:
Business
342 Flatbush Avenue, future home of both Union Market and SoulCycle. (Photo by Park Slope Stoop)Are you ready for another high-end grocery store where you can get your gourmet cheese fix? How about a spinning gym that exists upstairs from that cheese which will offer a 45-minute class for
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Neighbors
Park Slope Pile (Courtesy of the Park Slope Pile)A pile of trash comes with its strong olfactory challenges. And even stronger opinions. The Park Slope Pile is a collection of trash that can often be seen on the curb of 4th Street near the intersection of 7th Avenue. “The
Events
Canal No. 5 is part of Lance Rutledge’s exhibition at Gowanus Souvenir Shop, with an opening event on Saturday, January 23 between 4-7pmWelcome to the weekend, which features many events: galleries, Elvis Costello tunes, and some fantastic chorale singing. Don’t miss some of our favorite events from around
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Photo by Ditmas Park CornerThere’s a potential blizzard headed our way on Saturday and Mayor de Blasio has issued a Hazardous Travel Advisory [http://www1.nyc.gov/office-of-the-mayor/news/074-16/mayor-de-blasio-issues-hazardous-travel-advisory] , so grab a good book or binge-watch your favorite show on Netflix this weekend instead of heading out