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Archives for June 2009

Car-Free Bedford Ave — Williamsburg Walks Noon to Sunset

June 13, 2009 By WG News + Arts Leave a Comment

Williamsburg Walks today noon to sunset.  Click to see video

Williamsburg Walks today noon to sunset. To see video click on link below.

Wondering what’s happening today on Bedford Ave during “Williamsburg Walks?”  In addition to claiming the streets for pure pedestrian enjoyment, here’s a schedule of activities and names of organizations who will be present.

BLOCK BY BLOCK

N8th – N9th  Southside CSA Block — Seasonal Spring Eating

Southside CSA, a grassroots group that supports getting produce and products from local fields to Brooklyn kitchens, is sponsoring a block at Williamsburg Walks dedicated to food activism and activities. For all workshops, discussions, and events, some seating will be available, but we encourage you to bring your own beach chairs for guaranteed comfort!

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Grandma Rose’s Menu Revealed

June 12, 2009 By Stacey Brook Leave a Comment

grandma rosesJohn Ricco, owner of Grandma Rose’s — a brand spankin’ new pizza and homecooking joint at the corner of  Graham and Meeker set to open on June 17 — sent the WG an advance copy of their menu today, and it’s more clear than ever that it’s a godsend for Graham area residents looking for good, cheap eats.

Ricco has populated the extensive menu with everything from philly cheesesteaks ($7), to homemade soup like “pasta fazool” ($4.50). (“Yes, I spell it like I say it,” Ricco notes.) Among Grandma Rose’s most affordable offerings are the “Recession Specials”:  $4 for two slices and a small fountain soda, $5 for a cheeseburger, french fries and a Coke. What is it 1992?!

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The Morning Photo + Links

June 12, 2009 By Michael McGregor Leave a Comment

3618399313_ee61c95728_oÓlöf Arnalds performing at Union Pool last night. Photo: Sahara Shrestha

Williamsburg Flea Market opens Sunday. [Williamsburg Flea Market]

Northside Festival continues tonight. [Northside Festival]

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The Morning Photo + Links

June 11, 2009 By Michael McGregor Leave a Comment

gaiabigbearPhoto: Wooster Collective highlights Gaia street art in Williamsburg. [Wooster Collective]

More on the controversial Kent Ave bike lane. [Brooklyn 11211]

Northside Festival begins this evening. [Northside Festival]

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Wild End of an Era at Community Board #1

June 11, 2009 By Reid Pillifant Leave a Comment

img_0167The Vinny Abate Era officially came to a close on Tuesday night in Williamsburg, after a turbulent meeting that had to be one of the wilder ones in the chairman’s nearly 30-year tenure. The night’s agenda included the city’s controversial Broadway Triangle plan, the city’s controversial Kent Ave bike lane plan, and the closely-contested (but not as controversial) election of Abate’s successor.

The meeting began with a raucous protest, thanks to the Broadway Triangle Community Coalition, which drowned out a presentation on the city’s plan for Broadway Triangle with about 50 chanting protesters (and one small bullhorn). The BTCC would like to see 25-story buildings on a 40-acre section of land, in order to maximize the affordable housing available on the property. The city has proposed a roughly 20-acre rezoning with 8-story buildings. More on that whole story here.

After a brief lull, it was time for the Kent Ave bike lane, where the dissidents were less coordinated, but nearly as disruptive. Several vocal opponents loudly jeered the revised DOT plan, which would convert Kent Ave to a one-way street and divert truck traffic along North 11th St. More on that here.

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