Brooklyn Neighborhood Turf War At Atmosphere On Smith Street

Best window display ever! I first noticed the bold black and white neighborhood signs and the little toy soldiers in the window of Atmosphere at 333 Court Street last week. When I stopped by to take pictures, Loren, the owner of this wonderful home boutique, simply smiled and said: "Turf War."
You've got to love this,
The little soldiers as well as the signs are for sale in the store. And yes, there is a 'Carroll Gardens' sign as well.

Atmosphere

333 Smith Street

(between President and Carroll)

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Simon Shaheen And His Near East Music Ensemble To Perform At Carroll Gardens' PS58

How fun is this? PS 58 has invited Simon Shaheen, one of the most significant Arab musicians, performers, and composers of his generation, to perform on Thursday, May 13th as part of their multi-cultural week.

In 1994, Shaheen was honored with the prestigious National Heritage Award at the White House. Now he will be performing right here in our neighborhood school.

Surely, we cannot miss this.

Simon Shaheen And His Near East Music Ensemble

At PS 58

Thursday, May 13th

At 6 PM

At PS 58

330 Smith Street

entrance on Carroll Street between Smith and Court Streets

Please join PS 58's Multicultural Week (10th - 14th May) Celebration

with a very special concert by Simon Shaheen and his Near Eastern

Music Ensemble in our auditorium at 6 pm on Thursday the 13th,

followed by a Middle Eastern Cafe + Market Place. Tickets are only

$20/adult, kids FREE!

Simon Shaheen is the most renowned Arab musician composing &

performing in the world today. Having performed in a virtual

compendium of the top musical venues around the world, NPR has stated

that Simon Shaheen "dazzles" audiences with his "staggering"

performances.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to introduce your family

one of the most influential sources of world music right here in our

own backyard!

Get your tickets NOW - either through this url link

(http://tinyurl.com/y7y6qd9) or by clicking here

Below is just a small sample of Mr. Shaheen's wonderful music:

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Hasker Says Good-Bye To Smith Street

Rather sad news on Smith Street. Another store closing to report. Hasker, the home decor and gift store at 333 Smith Street, between Carroll and President is closing its doors on May 31st. This message from the owners has been posted on the door:

To all of our dear friends and loyal customers: our beloved store is closing at the end of May. We have enjoyed being part of this great neighborhood and your unyielding support has meant so much to both of us. Thank you for a tremendous three years and for making Hasker part of your lives.

Please come and shop, and help us have a great final month. Lots of things on sale- and our signature wrapping is still free!

Regards,
Hassan & Kerry

The storefront was once home to the bagel store that is now Bagels By The Park, at the corner of Smith and President.
For a very short time, it became a wine and cheese bar, before it became Zipper, a gift store which preceded Hasker.

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Picture Of The Day: Holiday Window Shopping

Hasker at 333 Smith Street

Don't you love
Dear Reader,
How incredibly festive
Everything looks
At this time of year?

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