Twitter: newvictorians- @brooklyncybele ya I agree I didn't sound like fireworks to me either. 7th ave & 11th here, where u?
- Did I just hear 3-4 gunshots in Park slope? 10-20 minutes ago? 7th ave and 11th? #parkslope #Brooklyn
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Step back in time for a good cause
Two very forward-thinking (or backward, if one chooses to look at it that way) New York City cultural institutions will be pouring some vintage spirits this month in celebration of a simpler time. Whether you find yourself in uptown Manhattan or deep in Brooklyn this August, head over to toast an old-fashioned in support of [...]
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Jazz Age Lawn Party on Governors Island
We spent the day on Governor’s Island with Michael Arenella & His Dreamland Orchestra at the 5th Bi-Annual Jazz Age Lawn Party, complete with vintage clothing vendors, a hopping dance floor, fashion shows, a tug-of-war contest, old-fashioned cocktails, and a showcase of vintage cars.
The party will be repeated later this summer on August 28th & [...]
Sarah Bernhardt in Prospect Park
On this Fourth of July we leave you with an archival clip of Sarah Bernhardt addressing the people Prospect Park.
Sarah Bernhardt Addresses Crowd in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, 1917
On July 4, 1917, French actress Sarah Bernhardt speaks in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, N.Y., on behalf of French-American cooperation in the war effort. Addressing more than [...]
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Park Slope YMCA Roof Top
Last night we were invited to a Park Slope Civic Council event on the roof of the YMCA on 9th St. The view was perfect while the sun was setting and I couldn’t resist taking a panorama shot. Click on the image to see more detail.
Brooklyn House Tour Listing for Spring 2010
The 2010 Spring Brooklyn House Tour Listing is almost complete. We are excited to attend a few of these great events around Brooklyn this year. Will you be joining us?
30th Annual Fort Greene House Tour
Sunday May 2, 2010 from 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Tickets: $20 or $25 day of event
Website and purchase tickets
26th Annual Brooklyn Heights Association [...]
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Brooklyn in Prints: A Special Gathering
There is a great collection of historical Brooklyn photographs and prints to be shown at the Brooklyn Historical Society. The gallery is open this Friday February 26th ongoing until March 14th 2010. The gallery opening details are below.
To view more images from this gallery, go to the Old Print Shop website.
Brooklyn in Prints: A Special [...]
Centennial Soiree at the Brooklyn Botanical Garden