Picture Of The Day: Lost Friend

Hanging on a window gate on Bond Street. ...

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76th Precinct's Operation "Spot It To Secure It" In Action

Just a few weeks ago, the NYPD 76th Police Precinct, which includes Carroll Gardens, Red Hook and Cobble Hill, introduced a new program meant to alert local car owners and residents about the needless risks they take when giving thieves easy access to their valuables.Called "Spot It To Secure It", the operation is meant as a pre-emptive measure. It was introduced by 76th Precinct Captain Jeffrey Schiff, who hopes that the program will make people...

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Springtime In Carroll Gardens

I was full of resolve to take care of a few important things this morning, but then the sun made an appearance and the scent of spring blooms wafted through the windows.  Instead of sitting behind my desk, I grabbed my camera and went for a mid-morning walk. Besides, I needed to do grocery shopping anyway.The fridge is now fully stocked and here are some of the photos I took along the way.Spring in Carroll Gardens is simply glorious. ...

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Before There Were Hipsters: 1970's Brooklyn Street Chic

Street Chic, originally photographed by Eric JacobsonNo, my friends,  hipsters did not bring fashion to Brooklyn.  Judging by the photos above, there was already plenty of style going around in our fair borough in the 1970's.I came across these hilarious shots in the first issue of a magazine entitled New Brooklyn that was published quarterly by Barry V. Conforte and Bjorn Robinson Rye sometime in the 70's. The photos are accompanied by...

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Gowanus Residents Organize Meeting To Voice Concern About Lightstone Development

illustrations courtesy of LightstoneGowanus residents, together with civic groups Friends of Bond (FOB) and Friends and Residents of Greater Gowanus (FROGG), have organized a meeting regarding the 12-story, 700-unit Lightstone Group project that is moving forward at 363-365 Bond Street, between Carroll Street and 2nd Street.In 2009, the development site, adjacent to the polluted Gowanus Canal,  was spot-rezoned from manufacturing to residential....

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Stay Tuned For More Neighborhood News And Events

Dear Readers,It has taken me a few days to get over my jet lag and to slip back into my Brooklyn life.   No worries. I am currently working on some new posts, which will be published shortly.  So check back.In the meantime, I hope you are all enjoying this great weather.Katia ...

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Impressions Of Berlin

Some last impressions of Berlin before I head back to Brooklyn tomorrow morning.  It was a great trip, full of new impressions and times with wonderful friends and family.Leaving is bittersweet, but it will be nice to get back to Carroll Gardens.As soon as I get some rest, I'll be posting about the neighborhood again, so stay tuned. ...

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A Visit To The Turkish Market In Kreuzberg, Berlin

What does a German girl living in Brooklyn do when she gets to Berlin? Go to the weekly Turkish market in Kreuzberg, of course. The visit is not only worth it for the produce, spices and the flowers, but also for the delicious take-away foods one can sample, such as deep-fried spinach and cheese Gözleme, felafel sandwiches.  Pair the whole with a glass of freshly pressed pomegranate or orange juice and you are in for a real culinary treat.And...

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