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Holiday markets in our neighborhood
Sunday, November 18, 2018
Holiday markets and winter fairs are coming up in Brooklyn Heights and Downtown Brooklyn.
PS8/MS8 Holiday Market | Brooklyn Heights | 12/1
The PS8/MS8 holiday market is a fun event for all ages. There will be crafts, cookie decorating, a holiday-themed photo booth, bake sale & face painting, as well as many local crafters/artisans selling their products. Gift wrapping [...]
DUMBO’s one and only kids hair salon (sponsored)
Thursday, November 15, 2018
The first Salon for Kids in DUMBO is located inside the Barber on Pearl at 57 Pearl Street. They offer haircuts for boys and girls, manicure, pedicure and up-dos. Kids can sit in little car chairs and watch Netflix while getting a hair cut. Salon hours are Monday to Friday 8AM to 7PM, Saturday 9AM to [...]
The first Salon for Kids in DUMBO is located inside the Barber on Pearl at 57 Pearl Street. They offer haircuts for boys and girls, manicure, pedicure and up-dos. Kids can sit in little car chairs and watch Netflix while getting a hair cut. Salon hours are Monday to Friday 8AM to 7PM, Saturday 9AM to 6PM and Sunday 10AM to 5PM. Kids haircuts cost $22, layer cuts $25, up-dos $ 12-25, manicure $10 and pedicure $12. All appointments are walk-ins. For more information, call (718) 855-3090.
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A look inside the unzoned elementary and middle school Arts & Letters in Fort Greene
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
Arts and Letters is a Kindergarten to 8th Grade public school currently co-located with PS 20 in Fort Greene. The school does not have a school zone and draws students by lottery from District 13, prioritizing students that qualify for free lunch. They give siblings priority to students K to 8th Grade.
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The school is planning to expand and occupy its own school building running 3 classes per Grade versus the current 2 from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. The Department of Education plans to assign a school building in Bed Stuy in District 13 to the school. There is no information on the exact address yet but the school leadership expects the move to take place for school year 2019/2020. School buses from various neighborhoods in District 13 are available.
You can apply for Kindergarten at Arts & Letters in your online application here starting end of November. To find out more about zoned, unzoned, Charter and private schools, attend our upcoming Pre-K and Kindergarten info session on 12/3.
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Holiday tree lightings and Santa visits in Brooklyn
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
Free tree lighting events with Santa visits are coming up in various neighborhoods including DUMBO, Fort Greene, Park Slope and Gowanus.
Downtown Brooklyn gets lit @ Albee Square | 11/19
Downtown Brooklyn Gets Lit: Holiday Lighting Party at Albee Square will take place on Monday, 11/19 starting from 5 to 6.30 pm with free hot chocolate and live music. There [...]
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DUMBO Holiday Tree Lighting | 12/6
The DUMBO Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony with Santa Claus, caroling, calypso music, toy drive, and more will take place on Thursday, 12/6 from 4 to 7 pm. Tree will be lit at 6 pm sharp! This free event will take place in the Pearl Street triangle in DUMBO.
Thomas Greene Park Holiday Tree Lighting | 12/7
The Holiday Tree Lighting with special appearance by Santa Claus at Thomas Greene Park will take place on Friday, December 7th from 4 to 6 pm. Park is located in Gowanus at 3rd Avenue and Douglass Street.
Carroll Park Holiday Tree Lighting | 12/7
Join Friends of Carroll Park, friends, neighbors, and maybe even a fat man in a red suit when we flip the switch on our holiday decor! Countdown and carols will happen at the Louis Valentino, Jr. Ballfield, followed immediately by food and fun in the Robert Acito Park House. Friday, December 7, 2018 from 6 to 7 PM.
Dates for the Borough Hall Christmas Tree Lighting, MetroTech Holiday Tree Lighting and Brooklyn Heights Holiday Tree Lighting have not been published yet. We will add them to this list when they become available.
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A look inside AltSchool Brooklyn Heights (sponsored)
Friday, November 9, 2018
AltSchool is a network of student-centered lab schools serving pre-K through 8th-grade students throughout New York City. Our personalized, whole-child approach to education prepares students to navigate their way in a rapidly changing world as they develop competency in key academic milestones and social-emotional habits. AltSchool Brooklyn Heights, located [...]
AltSchool is a network of student-centered lab schools serving pre-K through 8th-grade students throughout New York City. Our personalized, whole-child approach to education prepares students to navigate their way in a rapidly changing world as they develop competency in key academic milestones and social-emotional habits. AltSchool Brooklyn Heights, located at 212 Hicks Street, offers pre-K through 4th grade in a small, community-based setting. Mixed-age programs give learners the flexibility to progress according to knowledge and skill level, going beyond grades and test scores. Join us at an upcoming Open House or our free Maker Day on Sunday, December 2 from 10am to 12pm. Children (and parents) of all ages are welcome to attend for a fun-filled day of interactive workshops.
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First food vendors for Time Out Market in DUMBO announced
Thursday, November 8, 2018
The Time Out Market is set to open in spring 2019 at 55 Water Street in the Empire Stores. The first eleven of twenty-one food vendors have been revealed. The food hall will occupy two floors of the Empire Stores, offering a rooftop and views of the Brooklyn Bridge and lower Manhattan with three bars, a performance [...]
Take a peek into Open House! (sponsored)
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
It’s never been a better time to visit Open House Nursery School. In keeping with its progressive educational philosophy, Open House Nursery School is an open door to young children (2 to 4) and their families. No screening, interview, or formal application determines admission. All that is required is interest, as [...]
It’s never been a better time to visit Open House Nursery School. In keeping with its progressive educational philosophy, Open House Nursery School is an open door to young children (2 to 4) and their families. No screening, interview, or formal application determines admission. All that is required is interest, as established by taking a tour, filling out a brief application form, and paying an application fee of $100. If the school has more applications than openings, it conducts a lottery. Families who request a tour for next year’s admissions before November 15 will be given a tour date. After November 15, tours will be scheduled as the school has availability.
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Midterm election results for Brooklyn and New York State
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
The New York Democratic party won all statewide races and regained control of the State Senate in Tuesday’s election.
Democrat Andrew Cuomo wins Governor (59%)
Democrat Kirsten Gillibrand wins US Senate (67%)
Democrat Thomas DiNapoli wins Comptroller (67%)
Democrat Letitia James wins Attorney General (62%)
In the U.S. HOUSE DISTRICT 7 which includes the Brooklyn water front Democrat Nydia Velazquez wins (93%)
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Democrat Kirsten Gillibrand wins US Senate (67%)
Democrat Thomas DiNapoli wins Comptroller (67%)
Democrat Letitia James wins Attorney General (62%)
In the U.S. HOUSE DISTRICT 7 which includes the Brooklyn water front Democrat Nydia Velazquez wins (93%)
In the U.S. HOUSE DISTRICT 8 which includes Fort Greene and Clinton Hill Democrat Hakeem Jeffries wins (94%)
In the STATE SENATE DISTRICT 26 which includes the Brooklyn water front Democrat Brian Kavanagh wins (88%)
In the STATE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 52 which includes the Brooklyn water front, Gowanus and Downtown Brooklyn Democrat Joanne Simon wins (95%)
New Yorkers also voted YES on all 3 charter revision proposals including civic engagement commission, campaign finance and community boards
Find out more here.
Photo: Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography Office
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Silhouette sessions at Brooklyn Women’s Exchange
Tuesday, November 6, 2018
The Brooklyn Women’s Exchange in Brooklyn Heights will offer silhouettes made from paper and scissors right before your eyes. Staff will be on hand to help distract toddlers and kids. Frames are available to create an instant gift. Originals are $35, and each copy is $15. Reserve your appointment by calling (718) 624-3435, or email [...]
 624-3435, or email bwe.silhouettes@gmail.com
APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE:
Friday, November 16th: 10AM – 6PM
Saturday, November 17th: 10AM – 5PM
Sunday, November 18th: 10AM – 5PM
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