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Capoeira Class | Albee Square | Tuesdays
Local martial arts studio Motumbaxé will make Albee Square the home of the Afro-Brazilian martial art form, capoeira. Combining self-defense, acrobatics, dance, music and song, the art form is derived from traditions brought across the Atlantic Ocean by enslaved Africans and fueled by the desire for freedom. Taught by Mestre Lampréia, the class will build confidence, focus, and community. All levels and kids welcome! Tuesdays in July from 6.30 to 7.30 pm.
Kids activity & DJ | DUMBO Archway | Thursdays
The DUMBO BID is hosting free kids activities with story time, kids concerts, arts & crafts on Thursdays at 5 pm in the Archway under the Manhattan Bridge. DJ until 8 pm. All summer long until the end of August – rain or shine.
Live Music | DUMBO Archway | Fridays
Fridays Live at the Archway: Live music every Friday from 5 to 8 pm.
Kayaking | Red Hook & Brooklyn Bridge Park | Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays
You can take the kids kayaking in Red Hook and Brooklyn Bridge Park this summer – for free. All details here.
Swimming in NYC public pools | Daily weather permitting
NYC outdoor pools are back open and free to the public. Pool hours are from 11 a.m. through 7 p.m. daily, with a break for pool cleaning between 3 and 4 p.m. Outdoor pools are open from June 26 through September 12, 2021. FInd out more here.
Playgrounds with sprinklers | Daily weather permitting
Our list of water sprinklers in the neighborhood that are open weather permitting above 80 degrees throughout summer. Enjoy the water fun!
Photo: Brooklyn Bridge Park / Etienne Frossard
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If you are in the market for a new home in Brooklyn you are sure to have felt the fierce competition between prospective purchasers. In particular, single family and two family homes are in high demand and there is currently very low inventory. The days of long lines at open houses, competitive bidding, and appreciation are back as this sector of the market emerged from the pandemic unscathed. This has many would-be buyers wondering what they can do to get an edge?
Through our community network and trusted colleagues, the Riolo Team has developed a list of several homes that are coming to market in the near future, but can be shown prior to formally being listed. These homes range in location, scale, and level of finish, so there is really something for everyone. Whether you are looking for a fixer upper two family in Park Slope or an immaculate single family in Cobble Hill, or a development site in Crown Heights, we have several off market houses for you to consider. Please contact us for more information and mention Brooklyn Bridge Parents!
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Is the BQE Cantilever the next Surfside Condo?
Friday, July 9, 2021
OpEd by HILARY JAGER, ERIKA BELSEY WORTH and JOSH VOGEL that appeared in the NEW YORK DAILY NEWS on July 8th:
“The catastrophic collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium in Surfside, Fla., should be a serious wake-up call to elected officials who have failed to heed warnings and address our ... (read more).
Mayor announces NYC Academic Recovery Plan for public schools
Thursday, July 8, 2021
The NYC Universal Academic Recovery Plan funded by the Federal government has been presented by the Mayor and School Chancellor. To close the Covid achievement gap and prepare students for the future the Department of Education plans to launch a Literacy for All program and a new Universal Mosaic Curriculum ... (read more).
, from our youngest learners to students preparing for graduation:
We will launch afterschool and Saturday programs for students with IEPs to receive additional instruction and related services.
We will add 800 Special Education Pre-K seats and expand Committees on Preschool Special Education to review more IEP requests.
We will provide eligible students ages 21+ with either continued instruction toward their diploma or other credential, or consultation about plans for college and career readiness.
We will also continue to provide family workshops and information sessions through our Beyond Access Series, which supports families of students with disabilities by providing sessions on topics related to special education.
More Language Support Will Be Available to Multilingual Learners
Multilingual learners (MLs) and immigrant families are valued and supported at DOE. We will provide culturally responsive supports that give students and their families equitable access to resources and opportunities that help students succeed inside and outside the classroom.
We will establish Immigrant Ambassador Programs across 30 high schools to match immigrant DOE students with college students for mentorship.
Schools will be provided resources to purchase print and digital books in students’ home languages, and build home language libraries.
We will provide teachers with training that is specific to the language needs of multilingual learners and immigrant students.
We will conduct wellness checks and deliver social-emotional learning support to multilingual learners, particularly in transitioning to full time in-person learning.
We will expand the Postsecondary Readiness for ELLs Program (PREP), to be facilitated by a select group of school counselors and educators.
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Private School is Possible at Léman – Now with Bus Service From Brooklyn (sponsored)
Thursday, July 8, 2021
Looking for a nurturing program for your child and a reliable schedule of in-person school this fall? It’s not too late to join Léman Manhattan Preparatory School for September. Located just over the river in FiDi, Léman offers private bus service from Brooklyn for students age 5 ... (read more).
Looking for a nurturing program for your child and a reliable schedule of in-person school this fall? It’s not too late to join Léman Manhattan Preparatory School for September. Located just over the river in FiDi, Léman offers private bus service from Brooklyn for students age 5 through 8th grade. Admissions is rolling over the summer and Léman offers a supportive financial aid program that makes private school possible for a wide range of families.
Twenty percent of Léman families live in Brooklyn and are drawn to Léman’s globally minded curriculum, diverse student body, and hands-on approach to learning. Léman is an International Baccalaureate World School that builds global citizenship from an early age. With instruction in Spanish, Mandarin and French, an active focus on community service, and families from more than 70 countries, Léman students are prepared for an interconnected world.
Join Léman’s growing community of Brooklyn families for the 2021-2022 school year. Submit this interest form and an admissions team member will contact you.
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Empire Fulton Ferry lawn in Brooklyn Bridge Park reopen
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
The Empire Fulton Ferry Lawn next to the carousel in Brooklyn Bridge Park has reopened, a place local families love to hang and have play dates at. This lawn is 44,000 square feet and was completely redesigned and rebuilt as part of the Emily Warren Roebling Plaza construction project, the rest ... (read more).
New York Primary election results for our neighborhoods
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
We will most likely have a very “Brooklyn” leadership of the City with Eric Adams, Brooklyn Borough president as the new Mayor and Brad Lander, Brooklyn City Council Member as the City’s new Comptroller. Eric Adams “I AM YOU” has won the Democratic nomination for mayor of New York City ... (read more).
New bakery opening on Montague Street – Kickstarter campaign for space renovations
Monday, July 5, 2021
L’Appartement 4F, a French baker and his wife baking at home in Cobble Hill currently and fulfilling online orders, plan to open a bakery at 115 Montague Street in the former Emack & Bolios ice cream space this fall. It will be a traditional Artisan French bakery, ... (read more).
The Fun Starts Here…. Building Bridges Preschool – PREK (Older 3’s/Young 4’s)! (sponsored)
Monday, July 5, 2021
Preschool should encourage laughter, fun, and patience while providing a safe and caring environment that stimulates the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of children. Building Bridges bespoke curriculum provides a blend of academic skills, personal knowledge, and social awareness that enables children to learn to the fullest of their ... (read more).
! (sponsored)Preschool should encourage laughter, fun, and patience while providing a safe and caring environment that stimulates the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of children. Building Bridges bespoke curriculum provides a blend of academic skills, personal knowledge, and social awareness that enables children to learn to the fullest of their abilities. Small by intent and design, Building Bridges’ size is a great strength as it promotes openness, accessibility and collaboration, preparing children for further education and lifelong learning. Our PreK (Older Three’s and Four’s) Program is designed to provide children with an exciting and engaging year-long experience by integrating math, science, creative arts, social studies, physical movement and health, early literacy and social-emotional development – all under a framework of guided instruction and imaginative play. For more information, please call or email Susan Kuhlmann info@buildingbridgesbklyn.com – 347-334-6474.
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3K for All offers are out for children born in 2018
Thursday, July 1, 2021
33,131 families in NYC have received offers to free, full-day 3-K for All this week. The program will launch for the first time in District 13 and 15 this fall and is planned to run beyond this school year.
Families were able to choose from four types of settings for 3K ... (read more).
The following public schools, preschools and daycares are rolling out 3K this fall (not a complete list):
PS 307 in Vinegar Hill (D13) (they will have two sections: 1 General Education 3K classroom with a maximum of 15 students and 1 teacher and 2 paraprofessionals. 1 SCIS 3K/PreK classroom with a mix of 3K and PreK students General Education and Special Education with a maximum of 15 students, 2 teachers and 2 paraprofessionals. Paraprofessionals will be responsible for the toileting and diapers part of their supplies. 3K students will use the PreK yard)
PS 54 in Fort Greene (D13)
PS 46 in Fort Greene (D13)
PS 20 in Fort Greene (D13)
PS 287 in Downtown Brooklyn (D13)
PS 32 in Carroll Gardens (D15)
PS 15 in Red Hook (D15)
Little Brooklyn Pre-K Centers in District 15
Imagine Daycare DUMBO (D13)
Imagine Daycare Brooklyn Heights (D13)
Strong Place for Hope Daycare Centers (D15)
Warren Street Center (D13)
In a typical day, children will learn in many different ways, including short whole group and small group activities, choice time where they are able to work with a variety of materials, outdoor playtime, rest/naptime, and meal and snack time. School hours will be 6 hours and 20 minutes, some schools start as early as 8 am, others as late as 9.30 am. In 3-K classrooms, families can expect their child to:
Begin to discover what makes them unique and learn to play with others;
Show curiosity, ask questions, and share creative ideas;
Learn and practice new concepts;
Grow and become a member of the classroom community; and
Safely explore new ideas and materials, which will better prepare them for language, math, and scientific thinking.
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Free kid-friendly events and activities in July
Thursday, July 1, 2021
Kid-friendly concerts, summer readings, free mini golf, capoeira classes, outdoor swimming, basketball clinics and more are happening in Brooklyn in July.
Cobble Hill Music in the Park | Cobble Hill Park | 7/6, 7/13 and 7/20
After a one year hiatus, Cobble Hill Music in the Park is back! Come join your ... (read more).
 at 6 pm in Brooklyn Heights. Find out more here.
Free mini golf | Downtown Brooklyn | Daily until 7/11
A new mini golf course is now open at Brooklyn Commons formerly known as MetroTech Commons in Downtown Brooklyn. Putt putt your way through a 7-hole mini golf course, there is no pre-registration required to play; free tickets are offered on a first come first served basis. The course will be open daily from 11 am to 8 pm with the exception of Sunday, July 4th until July 11th.
Public seining in Brooklyn Bridge Park | 7/10
Discover the amazing biodiversity of the Hudson River Estuary as our staff and scientists use a seine net to catch and release incredible creatures that live below the water’s surface! This is a free event and advance registration is required. The Conservancy will host two seining sessions at the Pier 4 beach on July 10th from 4 to 6 pm. Advanced registration required. Click here to sign up.
Outdoor storytime | Brooklyn Bridge Park | 7/14 & 7/28
Librarians from the Brooklyn Heights and Annex branches will be reading stories they love to share! To find out more about Summer Reading 2021 at Brooklyn Public Library click here. The only thing more fun than a good storytime is one with a view of the Brooklyn Bridge. Recommended for ages 2 to 7.This event takes place in-person every other Wednesday until July 28 and will switch off between the Pier 3 Greenway Terrace and John Street Lawn locations of the Park. Advance registration is required. A limited number of spaces are available.
Freedom Dance Party | Pier 3 | 7/16
Join Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy for the Freedom Party Outside — an all-ages summer dance party to kick-off the Waterfront Dance Party season on Friday, July 16 from 6 to 10 pm on Pier 3! This event is free with RSVP and open to the public. This is an all-ages event.
Journey to the Stars Stargazing Sessions | Pier 3 | 7/16 & 7/23
Come out and see the stars, planets, and the moon from Brooklyn Bridge Park! Gaze across the New York sky and all the wonders it holds. On select Friday nights starting in June through August, members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York will set up hi-powered telescopes for stargazing sessions that are free and open to the public. Weather permitting. July 16 & 23 from 8 to 10 pm at Pier 3, walk up only.
Young Dancemakers Company Performance | Downtown Brooklyn | 7/23
Young Dancemakers Company – a performing ensemble of NYC teens – presents a free concert of their unique, original choreography based on meaningful personal and social themes. They will perform their latest works and an excerpt of Ann Reinking’s Ritmo y Ruido, set by artists from the renowned Latino dance organization Ballet Hispánico. The one-hour concert will be followed by lively dance-making with the audience, led by the company. Friday, July 23 from 5 to 8 pm at The Plaza at 300 Ashland.
Family Fitness | Pier 6 | 7/25
Family Fitness at the Liberty Lawn at Pier 6 every 4th Sunday from 12 to 12.45 pm , next one 7/25. Advanced registration is required. Registration opens every Tuesday at 10 am for fitness classes the following week. Find out more here.
Game Night | DUMBO Archway | Mondays
Mondays game night: Enjoy corn hole, giant Jenga, giant Connect Four and more from 5 to 8 pm. No need to RSVP, just stop by.
Basketball clinics | Pier 2 | Tuesdays
The Conservancy’s Youth Basketball Clinics start Tuesday, June 8! In partnership with KING Hoops, NYC’s premier youth basketball organization, join them for 2-hr basketball clinics featuring drills and games. Recommended for ages 7-17. Every Tuesday from 5 to 7 pm until August 31. Register here.
Summer Serendipity | Brooklyn Commons | Tuesdays
On Tuesdays in July from 12 to 2 pm, dancers, circus artists, musicians and mimes perform pop-up vignettes for the lunchtime crowd at Brooklyn Commons Park (former MetroTech Commons).
Capoeira Class | Albee Square | Tuesdays
Local martial arts studio Motumbaxé will make Albee Square the home of the Afro-Brazilian martial art form, capoeira. Combining self-defense, acrobatics, dance, music and song, the art form is derived from traditions brought across the Atlantic Ocean by enslaved Africans and fueled by the desire for freedom. Taught by Mestre Lampréia, the class will build confidence, focus, and community. All levels and kids welcome! Tuesdays in July from 6.30 to 7.30 pm.
Kids activity & DJ | DUMBO Archway | Thursdays
The DUMBO BID is hosting free kids activities with story time, kids concerts, arts & crafts on Thursdays at 5 pm in the Archway under the Manhattan Bridge. DJ until 8 pm. All summer long until the end of August – rain or shine.
Live Music | DUMBO Archway | Fridays
Fridays Live at the Archway: Live music every Friday from 5 to 8 pm.
Kayaking | Red Hook & Brooklyn Bridge Park | Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays
You can take the kids kayaking in Red Hook and Brooklyn Bridge Park this summer – for free. All details here.
Swimming in NYC public pools | Daily weather permitting
NYC outdoor pools are back open and free to the public. Pool hours are from 11 a.m. through 7 p.m. daily, with a break for pool cleaning between 3 and 4 p.m. Outdoor pools are open from June 26 through September 12, 2021. FInd out more here.
Playgrounds with sprinklers | Daily weather permitting
Our list of water sprinklers in the neighborhood that are open weather permitting above 80 degrees throughout summer. Enjoy the water fun!
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Hollow Nickel, 494 Atlantic Avenue (American)
Someday Bar, 364 Atlantic Avenue (Bar)
Bijans, 81 Hoyt Street (Persian)
Little Sweet Café, 77 Hoyt Street (coffee shop)
Grand Army, corner of Hoyt and State Streets (American)
Rucola, corner of Hoyt and Dean Streets (Italian)
Absolute Coffee, 327 Atlantic Avenue
French Louie, 320 Atlantic Avenue (French American)
Sottocasa, 298 Atlantic Avenue (Pizza)
two8two burger, 282 Atlantic Avenue
Tenichi ramen, 116 Smith
Bar Tabac, front area bar only, 128 Smith Street
Hi Hi Room, 138 Smith Street (American)
Sixth Ward, 166 Smith Street (tex-mex)
Brooklyn Heights
Heights Cafe on Montague Street (American)
Cafe Buon Gusto on Montague Street (Italian)
Dellarocco’s on Hicks Street (Italian)
Vineapple Cafe on Pineapple Street (French/international)
Henry’s End on Henry Street (American)
Clark’s on Clark Street (American)
Estuary at Pier 5 in Brooklyn Bridge Park (American)
Kogane Ramen on Henry Street (Ramen)
Carroll Gardens
Fragole on Court Street (Italian)
Court Street Tavern on Court Street (American)
Enoteca on Court Street
Cobble Hill
Black Forest Brooklyn on Smith Street (German)
June on Court Street (wine bar)
Kitchen on Court Street (American)
La Vara on Clinton Street (Spanish)
La Cigogne on Union Street (French)
Gersi on Court Street (Italian)
Verde on Smith Street (Italian)
Big Tiny on Smith Street (French)
Savelli – fully enclosed backyard, 195 Smith Street (Italian)
Jolie Bistro, 241 Smith Street (French Mexican)
Karazishi Botan, 255 Smith Street (Ramen)
FOB Filipino BBQ, 271 Smith Street (Filipino)
White Maize, 277 Smith Street (Venezuelan)
Kittery, corner of Smith and Union streets (American)
Cubana Café, 272 Smith Street
Clover Club, 210 Smith Street
Clinton Hill
Locanda on Gates Ave (Italian)
Aita on Greene Avenue (Italian)
Putnam’s Pub on Myrtle Ave (American)
Downtown Brooklyn
Circa Brewing Co on Willoughby Street
Pollo D’Oro on Gold Street
Menya Jiro on Gold Street
Juniors on Flatbush Ave
DUMBO
Westville DUMBO (American)
Cecconi’s DUMBO (Italian)
The Osprey at Pier 1 in Brooklyn Bridge Park (American)
Time Out Market (various cuisines ->closing again December 20)
Fort Greene
Dino on Dekalb Ave (Northern Italian)
Miss Ada on Dekalb Ave (Israeli)
Evelina on Dekalb Ave (Italian)
Colonia Verde on Dekalb Ave (Latin)
Olea on Lafayette Ave (Mediterranean)
Black Forest Brooklyn on Fulton Street (German)
LaRina on Myrtle Avenue (Italian)
Gowanus
Claro on 3rd Ave (Mexican)
Leyenda on Smith Street (Latin)
Jolie Bistro on Smith Street (French/Mexican)
Lavender Lake (bar) on Carroll Street
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 named Kosmo Kidd crash lands his wind-up rocket ship in Lily’s kitchen. Kosmo whisks Lily away to his floating treehouse in Outer Outer Space, to join his Spacetronaut crew. Lily and Kosmo share many adventures, exploring exotic alien worlds and facing fearsome villains, as Lily proves that a girl from Brooklyn can hold her own among the galaxy’s greatest junior space cadets. Recommended for 7-10 year olds. Shop here.
Mermaids on Parade by Mel Hope Greenberg
Excited about wearing her own special costume for the day, a little girl goes with her family to Coney Island to take part in all the festivities of the Mermaid Parade where mermaids, Neptunes, and sea creatures of all shapes, colors, and sizes go to strut their stuff! Recommended for ages 4 to 7. Shop here.
How Emily saved the Bridge by Fieda Wishinsky
The Brooklyn Bridge, the iconic suspension bridge that connects Manhattan and Brooklyn, was completed in 1883. It is thanks to Emily Warren Roebling that the bridge was finished at all. Emily was not an engineer, but she was educated in math and science. She married Washington Roebling, the chief engineer of the famous bridge. When Washington became ill from decompression sickness, Emily stepped in, doing everything from keeping the books, to carrying messages for her husband, to monitoring the construction of the bridge. She was the first person to cross the Brooklyn Bridge when it opened. Recommended for ages 3 to 6. Shop here.
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