Better Know a Blogger: Steven P. Harrington of Brooklyn Street Art
“Graffiti writers and bombers succeeded at democratizing our ideas about who gets to make art. Once that genie was out of the bottle, the next generation took it as their birthright to bring all the art out onto the streets, not just aerosol.”
5K for North Brooklyn Youth
“A chance to bring together the neighborhood’s pre-existing and newcomer demographics for the benefit of our local youth.”
2nd Annual Riverkeeper Sweep
WHEN:
May 11, 2013
WHERE:
Throughout the Hudson Valley map
More than 1,000 volunteers are expected to join 75 volunteer-led shoreline cleanups as part of the second annual Riverkeeper Sweep, our annual day of service for the Hudson River, on Saturday, May 11, 2013. Please find a cleanup site in the list below and click the link to register. Those who register and participate are eligible for raffle prizes and a freebie at one of nine participating breweries and nightclubs.
BKLYN DESIGNS May 10-12
New York’s annual exhitibion of designers of contemporary furnishings, lighting, and accessories made or designed in Brooklyn, all handpicked by a jury of editors from leading design and shelter magazines.
Fashion Dynasty: Antoinette Vintage
In the 1950s, Antoinette worked for Lilly Daché, the most celebrated milliner of her time, who famously designed hats for Marlene Dietrich, and turned the turban into a head-wrap coveted by women around the globe.
TOWN HALL MTG / Demand Safe Asbestos removal at Domino / Monday, April 29 /
A special town hall meeting is being called to address the dangers of asbestos in our community. Special guest experts in the field: Dr. Jay Parkinson, MD, MPH, Co-Founder of Sherpaa & Linda Reinstein, Co-Founder ADAO
Domino’s Greek Tragedy
One cannot shame or embarrass powerful real-estate developers. Even negative publicity is a minor irritant because they shroud themselves in Teflon tailored by public relations firms.