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Wine Event at Christ Church to Support Pre-School

By on April 30, 2010 in Blog Posts, Events

From the inbox, a note from the CHA:

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Italian Wine Tasting Event

Do you love Italian wine but don’t know the difference between a Barolo, a Barbera or a Chianti? You can sample a red and a white wine from each of the 20 provinces of Italy at a fantastic wine tasting on Friday night, May 21, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Christ Church on the corner of Clinton and Kane Streets in Cobble Hill. Join your friends and neighbors from Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, and Carroll Gardens for a spectacular event to benefit the Linden Tree Pre-school at Christ Church.

But if tasting 40 wines isn’t amazing enough, you can also discover the beautiful church designed by noted architect, Richard Upjohn, who also designed Trinity Church. Christ Church was redecorated in 1916 by Louis Comfort Tiffany. It was his last personal commission and much of his interior work remains in the landmarked church celebrating its 175th anniversary this year.

The wine tasting cost $35 in advance; $40 at the door and is tax deductible. You may pay in advance with credit card by calling Heights Chateau, 718-330-0963, or the church office at 718-624-0083 during business hours.

If this is anything like Dominique Noel’s Bordeaux tasting at Heights Chateau last week, it promises to be informative and quite fun.

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Sidewalk Extensions underway at Clinton & Atlantic

By on April 29, 2010 in Blog Posts, News, Transportation


Sure to make one of the noisiest blocks of Cobble Hill even louder, it appears that the DOT is finally extending the sidewalks at the southern side of Atlantic Ave at Clinton St. I can’t wait for the honking that’ll come with slowed cars making sharp turns!
Perhaps we can at least score some sidewalk corn in the deal?

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Cobble Hill Bike Ride, this weekend

By on November 4, 2009 in Events, Health, Transportation

From the CHB inbox…
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Come join the Cobble Hill Association and Brooklyn Greenway Initiative for the second annual…

COBBLE HILL BIKE RIDE

When: November 8th, 2009, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Verandah Place at Cobble Hill Park
Cost: FREE, simply rsvp to cobblehillbikeride@gmail.com.
Space is limited to 50 riders maximum. Preference will be given to those who register ahead of time, as well as Cobble Hill Association members.

The Cobble Hill Association and Brooklyn Greenway Initiative are hosting a 10-mile casual bike ride that will start at Cobble Hill Park and pass through Brooklyn Heights, Dumbo, the Columbia Waterfront District, Red Hook, and Carroll Gardens then loop back to Cobble Hill.

There will be several scenic rest stops as we ride along mostly calm streets with some light vehicular traffic. Several Bike Marshals will travel alongside as well as a mechanic for any urgent bike repairs needed. It may be chilly so please dress accordingly, and know that riders should bring helmets and observe all the proper rules of the road.

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Jonathan Lethem Returns to the ‘Hood

By on October 21, 2009 in Arts and Entertainment, Celebrity Residents, Events



From BK11201

Last night was an evening of celebrations. BookCourt’s expansion is celebrating it’s one year anniversary, and Jonathan Lethem’s newest novel, Chronic City, was released last week to mostly favorable reviews. In front of a packed house, the Lethem vs Chronic City tour brought Mr. Lethem back to the neighborhood for a reading, Q&A, book signing, followed by even more reading. The crowd was great, and the Q&A both humorous and informative. He also apologized to all Russian readers who might be offended by this book.

Jonathan is attempting to read the entire book, all 480 pages, over the course of eight nights. However, after two events, Mr. Lethem is only about 40 pages into it. With just five more stops before wrapping up back at BookCourt on December 4, don’t fret if you missed last night. The return promises to be an all-night marathon.

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The New Yorker on Jimmy the Peddler

By on April 15, 2009 in Uncategorized

The New Yorker has a story on Cobble Hill’s Jimmy the Peddler who may have died earlier this year but was still alive in Cafe on Clinton’s NCAA pool: Continue Reading →

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Bridge Signs Pop up on Clinton St

By on January 21, 2009 in Transportation


Image from BK11201

Last year the city made it easier for lost bikers to find the waterfalls. This year, it seems that they’re helping bikers locate our bridges.

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Ever wanted to check out the Nu?

By on January 21, 2009 in Boerum Hill

From the most recent TravelZoo.com email:

$99 — NYC: Trendy Brooklyn Hotel w/FREE Breakfast
Brooklyn, NY
Top 20 deal – sells out quickly!
Travel dates: Through February

By Steve Bertogli
Travelzoo Staff

Experience a different side of New York City this winter. Stay at the NU Hotel in Brooklyn — just a short 10-minute subway ride to Manhattan — for just $99 per night 7 days a week through February.

This offer saves you 45% OFF regular prices and comes with FREE continental breakfast and FREE wireless Internet. Superior King Rooms are available for just $30 more per night.

This new, trendy hotel is on Brooklyn’s hip Smith Street, which is loaded with popular restaurants and boutique shops.

Travelzoo Tip: Grab a slice of true New York-style pizza at Grimaldi’s, a 20-minute walk from the hotel, and enjoy views of the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan skyline.

Click here to book online, or call 718-852-8585 and mention Travelzoo. Book by Feb. 2.

About the Hotel: Nestled in Brooklyn’s trendy Boerum Hill neighborhood, the NU hotel is just a few blocks from several subways. The hotel’s new loft-inspired guest rooms feature a modern design and flat-screen TVs. NU BAR, located in the lobby, is great spot to relax and grab a cocktail before heading out on the town.

Staycation!

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Atlantic Ave Loses Mediocre Indian Food

By on November 25, 2008 in Food


from BK11201.com

Despite several gaudy paint jobs and duct-tape repairs to their sign, it appears that Dhaka has finally closed up shop. < sarcasm > Sad times for Atlantic Ave < /sarcasm >

Any bets on what’ll move in? Where can I find a decent curry in the neighborhood?

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Yemeni-Italian Restaurant coming to Atlantic Ave?

By on November 11, 2008 in Food

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After posting the above image at my other blog, I received a tip about Reginella, our new Atlantic Ave neighbors. It seems that the same owners and chefs from Saana, the Yemeni restaurant that formerly occupied this space, are behind this new Italian venture. While I’m hoping for interesting “fusion” food – I’m sure it will fall into the same category as Bread for Jam, Busy Chef, and F. Martinella. Blah.

Anyone know what’s happening next door in the old Ben and Jerry’s spot? There are gift baskets on display in the windows. Sahadi’s used the space for food prep during the Antic, so my money’s on them expanding (at least for the holidays).

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Large Cobble Hill Turnout This morning

By on November 4, 2008 in Events, News, Photos


Picture taken at 630a, from BK11201.com

The line wrapped around the block this morning at PS29, where neighborhood residents showed up early to vote in this year’s election. After waiting in line for 45min, we were informed that if we knew our district (we did), that we could skip the lines and walk right in. Vote cast, democracy prevails.

Tip of the day — figure out your district before showing up, it’ll save you an hour!

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