The Ocean Avenue News - oceanavenuenews.comBENSONHURST — “A REMARKABLE NUMBER OF VOLUNTEERS” devoted a portion of their Sunday on Aug. 25 for a community cleanup that City Councilmember Susan Zhuang sponsored in a joint effort with residents and service organizations. The cleanup is the latest of several that she and Assemblymember William Colton have organized within their districts that encompass […]
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BROOKLYN — LEONARD RIGGIO, a 1958 ALUMNUS OF BROOKLYN TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 83 as a result of Alzheimer’s. Riggio was considered king of the castle in retail bookselling before large-scale ecommerce giants surpassed Barnes & Noble, his magnum opus. Riggio started his bookselling career in 1971 when […]
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BUSHWICK — THE UNDERDONK ART GALLERY, A BUSHWICK STAPLE SINCE 2013, is hosting a new group show dubbed “Yours or Mine,” a diverse array of displays that tackles everything: neon lights, 3D-printed sculptures and laser-cut plexiglass. Highlights include Jackie Slanley’s botanical-inspired plexiglass pieces and Sam Reeder’s neon sculpture exploring contemporary gay culture. The exhibit also […]
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BEDFORD-STUYVESANT — THE CONTROVERSIAL GOLDFISH POND IN BED-STUY is gaining traction on Gofundme, with local residents’ donations reaching above $3,000 as of press time Wednesday, Aug. 28. The Brooklyn Eagle and other news agencies have widely reported the stark disagreement between veterinarians, city officials and the pond’s advocates. Dr. Benjamin Rosenbloom of Wet Pet Vet […]
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More than 20 people returning to the U.S. from Cuba have been infected with a virus transmitted by bugs in recent months, federal health officials said Tuesday. They all had Oropouche virus disease, also known as sloth fever. None have died, and there is no evidence that it’s spreading in the United States. But officials are warning […]
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DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN — GET YOUR SALSA ON AT WILLOUGHBY PLAZA this evening, with live percussion and teaching from Sael Nuñez, as well as the rhythmic sensations of DJ Louie T. The event, running from 5-8 p.m., is hosted by Salsa Salsa Dance Studio, located on Fourth Avenue between Dean and Bergen Streets. Admission is free […]
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WILLIAMSBURG — WILLIAMSBURG’S ZAAB ZAAB IS HOSTING A POP-UP EVENT CALLED “PANDAN PROJECT 2.0” on Aug. 31, celebrating pandan with a variety of sweet and savory dishes. The event, at 208 Grand Street, features collaborations with Southeast Asian brands like Honeycakes, Moonman and Kinhfolk. Attendees can enjoy unique offerings such as pandan onion smash burgers, […]
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CROWN HEIGHTS — CHEVRA SIMCHAS SHABBOS V’YOM TOV is organizing the Crown Heights community to ensure that every child is equipped with essential school supplies for the upcoming academic year. Due to rising living costs, more families are in need this year. The campaign seeks donations to ensure that every child starts the school year […]
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BOERUM HILL — RELATED COMPANIES IS NEARING a deal to revive the Pacific Park development in Brooklyn, where construction has been stalled since late 2023, according to an Aug. 27 Wall Street Journal article that was quoted on the Atlantic Yards Pacific Park Report. The project, which includes plans for 16 high-rise buildings and thousands […]
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