Crown Heights/Prospect Lefferts Gardens — Brooklynian

Ebbets Field Apartments get a make over

whynot_31 — Fri, 12 Feb 2016 17:55:14 +0000

http://nypost.com/2016/01/12/ebbets-field-apartments-are-getting-a-makeover/

It was just a matter of time...

So long, farewell, it is time to say good night...

whynot_31 — Mon, 02 Apr 2018 14:18:35 +0000

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxjwb5cXTI0

Eyesore at 668 Nostrand to be demolished

whynot_31 — Fri, 26 Feb 2016 14:12:33 +0000

Long an eyesore, this decrepit wood house at 668 Nostrand (between Bergen and St. Marks) has now become so decrepit that the HPD arranged for it to be demolished. DOB approved HPDs application on 2/25/2016

http://a810-bisweb.nyc.gov/bisweb/JobsQueryByNumberServlet?requestid=1&passjobnumber=321300926&passdocnumber=01

Homeless issue is much worse this year

ManouelaK — Tue, 26 May 2015 13:46:53 +0000

For those of you living near the Bedford/Pacific corner where the homeless shelter is, I'm sure you noticed that the homeless people have grown this year and the loitering is spreading and has gotten worse.

I know for a fact that they get kicked out every morning very early and can only go back in the evening, so they really have nowhere to go. For the most part, they really keep to their own crew and don't bother anyone or make the neighborhood unsafe.

The issue is that they are now splattered and sleeping laying across the sidewalks and also in the front doorways to neighboring buildings. I've tried to email the mayor's office and have left countless messages with the Department of Health but have not heard back.

Something needs to be done to help these people, and also clean up the neighborhood. Has anyone else done anything? Was thinking of going to the news with this (for those living in the area you know what i'm talking about). They're not just hanging out on the corner anymore, some look dead laying in the street and sidewalks and the entrance to apartment buildings.

Hustler on Nostrand Ave

rararuuu — Tue, 04 Jul 2017 17:22:21 +0000

Witnessed a man hustling someone yesterday out of who knows what (probably money as the same has happened to me!). The hustler always carries a black bodega grocery bag and will swerve into the path of oncoming pedestrians, spilling whatever half-opened container of liquid is in the bag as dramatically as possible, then immediately starts arguing about fault and compensation. When it happened to me (earlier this year), he told me it was a premium of liquor that costs more than $50 and asked to be compensated, and even made mention of of a gun as I walked back toward my apartment. In that instance, I knew I was being hustled and told him outright that I didn't believe him, but he mentioned a gun so I just played along gave him $40 because I was on my way from work and just wanted to go home. Well, it looks like he struck again yesterday at about 8 PM on the corner of Empire and Nostrand near the bus stop. The man looks to be in his mid-40's, dark complexion, probably at least 6ft (taller than me and I'm almost 6 ft), and is likely living somewhere along Nostrand Ave. Is this hustle news to anyone? Several locals seemed to look on yesterday and one even uttered "Should someone tell him?", so it seems like some people were already aware.

GRAND OPENING for MIMI'S DESSERTS FRIDAY 12/16/16 12pm to 8pm

Mimisdesserts — Sun, 11 Dec 2016 02:46:56 +0000

An intimate and fun-filled dessert shop located in Crown Heights, Brooklyn between Troy and Schenectady. We specialize in baking treats straight out of your dreams. Come try out our mango cheesecake!!!

Check us out! www.instagram.com/mimisdesserts

bit.ly/2erzijY

www.mimisdesserts.org

Goodbye Mazon Discount on Nostrand (btwn St. Marks and Prospect)?

whynot_31 — Sun, 24 Nov 2013 17:50:44 +0000

Note: You should not freak out yet: It has been on the market for over a year.

http://streeteasy.com/nyc/sale/696652-multi-704-nostrand-avenue-crown-heights-brooklyn

704 Nostrand

706 Nostrand

Formerly grilled cheese on Franklin. Now sushi. 563 Lincoln

whynot_31 — Thu, 21 Aug 2014 20:22:09 +0000

Longtime readers may recall that the original incarnation of Glady's (located at the NW corner of Lincoln and Franklin) was opened by the folks that operated the Morris Grilled Cheese Truck.

I (and I think others...) believed that Glady's would be a brick and mortar version the truck.

However, it ended up being a restaurant that had a far larger menu, yet wasn't very successful. The owners pretty quickly closed it and relaunched it as a restaurant serving Caribbean food with a rum focus.

Photo: Village Voice

Over a year ago, we were told that a grilled cheese takeout would be opened in a space located in the back of the restaurant, around the corner on Lincoln:

Photo: Loopnet.

Today, I was able to look behind the plywood fence that has covered the above storefront for some time and have the following report:

1. It looks much different, It has been "de-bricked" is in the process of getting storefront style windows.

2. A worker told me construction may be complete within a month.

Plans for landmarked wooden house, 1375 Dean, are approved by LPC

whynot_31 — Tue, 15 Dec 2015 18:23:44 +0000

www.brooklyneagle.com/articles/2015/12/15/landmarks-preservation-commission-says-yes-crown-heights-country-house-rescue

Improvement to Eastern Parkway traffic signals on the way

whynot_31 — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 01:47:17 +0000

Volunteer writing coaches for Crown Heights public school literacy workshop (241sac)

Behind_the_Book — Fri, 30 Mar 2018 15:29:15 +0000

Volunteer with Behind the Book, a non-profit literacy organization that inspires New York City public school students to love reading. Through our innovative programs, accomplished authors lead workshops in high-needs pre-K-12 classrooms, where they guide students in creating their own writing and art projects based on the theme of the author's book.

No experience or training is necessary to volunteer as a writing, research or art coach in the classroom. You'll support, engage, and encourage students as they work on their projects.

This workshop needs your support as a coach at an elementary school in Crown Heights. To sign up, contact volunteer(a)behindthebook.org with the program code. We'll supply the school address, directions, and other information when you're confirmed: 

Program 241KSA-C

Date: Wednesday, April 11th
Time: 9:00 – 10:30 AM

About the workshop: Kindergartners read B is for Brooklyn by Selina Alko, a beautiful picture book celebrating urban culture and community. To produce a similar book of their own, students chose a site in their neighborhood, such as a store or park, to write about or draw. Writing coaches will help small groups craft a sentence or descriptive paragraph about their subject.

Visit our volunteer opportunities page to find program descriptions and available volunteer dates throughout the school year.

To join our team and receive announcements of new volunteer opportunities as they're posted, please complete our brief questionnaire.

Crown heights re zoning project

dmz133 — Fri, 30 Mar 2018 12:41:36 +0000

Has anyone heard any updates? I've checked the community 8 notes and no information has been posted in months.

A Deli war at Prospect and Classon

whynot_31 — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 02:47:39 +0000

The story goes like this:

Several long time employees of the Yemen Classon Deli at 502 Prospect (at the corner of Prospect and Classon) recently lost their jobs when a new owner/manager took over.

As a result, they are about to open a competing deli next door at 500 Prospect (formerly the home of Beri clothing boutique) , largely out of spite.

Parking Garages near Franklin and Eastern Pkwy

franklinandeastern — Thu, 29 Mar 2018 15:51:24 +0000

I am looking for a new parking garage near Franklin and Eastern Pkwy or a spot in a building with a garage that a resident wants to rent out. We currently keep our car at the Quik Park on Underhill bet St Marks and Prospect Place. The garage has never been that great but in recent months, after a new company took over the garage, it has just gotten beyond awful. They've repeatedly been parking the car outside and when it is parked inside it gets completely bombarded with pigeon poop. Several calls with the manager of the garage have done nothing. I know garages have been closing left and right in the neighborhood, but any help in this situation would be great. Thanks.

The ground floor of the building at the NW corner of Franklin and EP

whynot_31 — Sun, 15 Mar 2015 12:30:45 +0000

Formerly the site of Yogu Moo Sign went up today. The people putting up the sign said it is going to be a clothing store.

Part of me suspects that they have not taken down the Yogu Moo sign because their ladder is too short.

Will 770 Nostrand (formerly a pizza place near Sterling) become something fancy?

whynot_31 — Wed, 07 Jan 2015 13:36:58 +0000

This place is likely to become a restaurant as a result of previously being one, and having all of the venting and whatnot already in place: The past: The listing does not state how much rent the landlord would like, but we are talking about 1300 sq ft, which should make it quite sought after. Based on the size of the lot, they are likely including the basement in that calculation. The pizza place certainly was not that large... I wonder if it has a backyard. http://www.masseyknakal.com/listings/detail.aspx?lst=23211&n=,74,&sf=,1,2,3,4,5,&l=&pr=,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,&ag=&k=&nc=false&sfc=true&prc=true&pi=0&ps=10&tpg=0&s=0&ty=6&r=1&tt=2,5 http://www.masseyknakal.com/listingimages/pageflyer/pdf/770_Nostrand_Ave._Flyer.pdf

813 Nostrand (and Union) now closed as a BBQ place

whynot_31 — Fri, 21 Jun 2013 18:27:56 +0000

Over the last 6 or so years, 813 Nostrand has briefly hosted several business: Tavern on Nostrand, Crow Hill Bistro, and Liv Cafe.

It will soon be G. Lee's Smokin' BBQ.

http://www.gleessmokinbbq.com/About-Us.html

https://www.facebook.com/gleesmokin

https://foursquare.com/v/g-lees-smokin-bbq/51b7afeb498e880f6c047312

...featuring owner and Chef G Lee!

Photo: gleessmokinbbq.com

J&R Symposium

jacquelicious — Wed, 12 Aug 2015 18:22:37 +0000

Signage up at new liquor store that really went for it with their windows at Union & Rogers. Hopefully this store can replace Winot for those south of the Parkway.

Built in 2005, to be demolished in 2018

whynot_31 — Tue, 27 Mar 2018 23:47:14 +0000

Gentrification, combined with up zoning and a vacant adjacent lot, has made this house that was just built in 2005 a demolition job: https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/105-Rogers-Ave_Brooklyn_NY_11216_M48578-11241

Entity that will occupy 619 St John's (at Franklin, formerly Forte Cafe)

whynot_31 — Wed, 18 Oct 2017 01:27:52 +0000

New upscale market at 98 Montgomery, aka 941 Washington Ave?

whynot_31 — Wed, 27 Aug 2014 07:48:50 +0000

@mugofmead especially. Street view: http://goo.gl/maps/nu5wR This corner store recently closed, and is in close proximity to not only the BBG and Tivoli Towers, but also the soon-to-be construction site that was Sea Crest Laundry. Lots of foot traffic. No houses of worship nearby, so it could become a bar/restaurant if the landlord was ok with that. There is a banner annoucing it is for rent, but I can't find a link at the moment. The adjacent storefronts might be part of the deal. 98 Montgomery, 941 Washington

CHNA Meet and Greet 3/24 at King Tai

laudanum — Sat, 17 Mar 2018 02:20:43 +0000

Volunteer research coach for Crown Heights public school literacy program (241sv)

Behind_the_Book — Fri, 23 Mar 2018 14:54:13 +0000

No experience or training is necessary to volunteer as a writing, research or art coach in the classroom. You'll support, engage, and encourage students as they work on their projects.

This program needs your support as a research coach at an elementary school in Crown Heights. To sign up, contact volunteer{a)behindthebook.org with the program code and date(s). We'll supply the school address, directions, and other information when you're confirmed: 

Program 2412SV-W

Date: Wednesday, March 28th
Time: 9:00 – 10:o0 AM

About the workshop: The Museum by Susan Verde inspired second-graders to explore their intuitive responses to art. Research coaches will help small groups of students look through art books to choose one piece that resonates with her/him, and make notes about why. You can also sign up to be a writing coach on Thursday, March 29th from 9:00 – 10:30 AM to help students use their new vocabulary to polish their drafts that describe the artwork they chose and their responses to it. Their work will be published in a book.

Visit our volunteer opportunities page to find program descriptions and available volunteer dates throughout the school year.

To join our team and receive announcements of new volunteer opportunities as they're posted, please complete our brief questionnaire.

Why don't some people clean up after their dogs?

jong — Tue, 20 Mar 2018 15:23:25 +0000

109 Montgomery Street, 12-Story Building Planned

southeast — Wed, 11 Mar 2015 14:11:39 +0000

"Earlier today, an application was submitted to the Department of Buildings to erect a 12-story, 173-unit apartment building – likely rentals – mid-block between Washington and Franklin avenues.

The 173 apartments will be spread over 132,000 square feet of net residential space, for an average unit size of 760 square feet, with between 11 and 16 units per floor."

NIMBY: http://newyorkyimby.com/2015/03/12-story-karl-fischer-building-planned-for-109-montgomery-street-crown-heights.html

The Repurposing of the Armory at Bedford and UNION

whynot_31 — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 17:27:18 +0000

(not the Armory at Bedford and Pacific that houses the large homeless shelter)

The huge armory at Bedford and Union occasionally hosts a concert, but is underused. That will soon change....

What do you want it to become?

You could jabber about your ideas and listen to the ideas of others on Monday.

http://www.brownstoner.com/blog/2012/01/monday-community-meeting-on-the-bedford-union-armory/#disqus_thread

Tamra Tea House

RadGirl — Sun, 07 Jan 2018 16:13:39 +0000

Would love more info about this place: https://www.instagram.com/tamrateahouse/?hl=en I see them on instagram and i've driven by, but door was locked. I can't find anymore info (hours, phone number, opening date!?) It may be too far east for some (1524 Bergent st), but the food looks dynamite...

Construction for new condo building 90 Sullivan Place

mugofmead111 — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 12:21:21 +0000

Construction at 90 Sullivan Place actually started a few years ago. The structure was about 75% complete when a stop worker order halted things for about three years. I saw construction crews resuming work last month.

Robbery at takeout place at 11 PM on 3/16, Franklin and Union

whynot_31 — Tue, 20 Mar 2018 20:43:08 +0000

Here comes 1515 Bedford, at Lincoln

whynot_31 — Wed, 05 Nov 2014 18:56:47 +0000

The demolition of the theater/church that previous occupied this lot was discussed on this thread: http://www.brooklynian.com/discussion/26049/big-building-on-northeast-corner-of-lincoln-pl-and-bedford #Item_95

This thread follows the construction of the new building.

Here are pics of the new building. Mix use building, residential and community facility.10 story over cellar, approximately 110,000 sf and 114 residences. (old rendering)