85 South Oxford Street

Published by Only The Blog Knows Brooklyn on October 11, 2008.

...Bridge. Then, at night, the crew moved outside to the sidewalk near the corner of Henry and Orange Streets, where they set up a falafel stand (shown above) and a hot dog stand. The...

Published by mcbrooklyn on October 11, 2008.

CSI: NY is filming around Main St and Water St in Brooklyn.

Published by On Location Vacations on October 10, 2008.

We just got a tip that there's huge gathering of fire engines and ambulances on Fulton Street between South Elliot and South Portland. Anyone know what's up? Can anyone grab some photos quickly?

Published by Brownstoner on October 10, 2008.

150 Bond Street

Published by Brownstoner on October 10, 2008.

In the space formerly occupied by the Chabad center at 69 Jay Street, a new wedding dress store called The White Gown is in the process of opening. While the store is new, the dress designer has been operating out of a loft in the building across the street for some time.

Published by Brownstoner on October 10, 2008.

Town Hall meeting about neighborhood safety. Featuring the 88th Precinct, the district attorney’s office and Councilwoman Letitia James. Bishop Loughlin HS (357 Clermont Ave., between Greene and Lafayette avenues in Fort Greene), 7 pm. Call (718) 260-9191 for info.

Published by Brooklyn Paper on October 10, 2008.

The Brooklyn Flea runs on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 176 Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn; no bikes or dogs allowed in the market. Closest trains are the C and G to Washington/Clinton. You can also take any of the number of trains that go to Atlantic Station and walk up Lafayette Avenue from there. For more info, check out the Flea Blog.

Published by Brownstoner on October 10, 2008.

But after historians showed that Chatel’s house, at 227 Duffield St., was once a stop on the Underground Railroad, the city did an about-face, co-naming Duffield Street “Abolitionist Place” and promised $2 million to commemorate the fight against the so-called “Peculiar Institution” of slavery.

Published by Brooklyn Paper on October 10, 2008.

...contemporary version of these sculptures. The city’s Design Commission has approved their installation at Flatbush Avenue Extension and Tillary Street in Downtown Brooklyn...

Published by mcbrooklyn on October 10, 2008.

30 Rock is filming around Hicks St and Orange in Brooklyn. (Thanks to John!)

Published by On Location Vacations on October 10, 2008.

280 Cadman Plaza West at Tillary Street, 718-623-7100

Published by amNY.com on October 9, 2008.

St. Charles Borromeo School, 23 Sidney Pl.; Chabad Lubavitch of Brooklyn Heights, 117 Remsen St.; Packer Collegiate Institute, 170 Joralemon St.; PS 8, 37 Hicks St.; Saint Ann's School, 129 Pierrepont St.; Grace Church School, 254 Hicks St.

Published by amNY.com on October 9, 2008.

St. Charles Borromeo School, 23 Sidney Pl.; Chabad Lubavitch of Brooklyn Heights, 117 Remsen St.; Packer Collegiate Institute, 170 Joralemon St.; PS 8, 37 Hicks St.; Saint Ann's School, 129 Pierrepont St.; Grace Church School, 254 Hicks St.

Published by amNY.com on October 9, 2008.

With sophisticated cocktails and charcuterie, this intimate bar is a civilized alternative to nearby Camp and Zombie Hut. The narrow space fills up quickly, so grab a table early if you're looking to loiter. 152 Smith St., 718-643-6622

Published by amNY.com on October 9, 2008.

Approved for (3) CLE credits. Held at the Brooklyn Bar Association, 123 Remsen St. For information or to register, contact the Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project: (718) 624-3894 x4 or e-mail: jspiegel@brooklynvlp.org.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 9, 2008.

St. Charles Borromeo School, 23 Sidney Pl.; Chabad Lubavitch of Brooklyn Heights, 117 Remsen St.; Packer Collegiate Institute, 170 Joralemon St.; PS 8, 37 Hicks St.; Saint Ann's School, 129 Pierrepont St.; Grace Church School, 254 Hicks St.

Published by amNY.com on October 9, 2008.

It's hard to imagine why MAC would peddle its electric shades on mostly-vanilla Montague, but the brand's bold makeup is the street's edgiest draw. Swing by neighboring beauty emporium Korres for luxe skincare products to complement your MAC acquisitions. 156 Montague St., 718-596-1994

Published by amNY.com on October 9, 2008.

Contemporary Replicas of Early Downtown Brooklyn Sculptures To Be Restored to Flatbush and Tillary

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 9, 2008.

St. Charles Borromeo School, 23 Sidney Pl.; Chabad Lubavitch of Brooklyn Heights, 117 Remsen St.; Packer Collegiate Institute, 170 Joralemon St.; PS 8, 37 Hicks St.; Saint Ann's School, 129 Pierrepont St.; Grace Church School, 254 Hicks St.

Published by amNY.com on October 9, 2008.

Readers strolling down Montague will have a hard time resisting Heights Books' ever-present outdoor sale stacks. The used bookstore has a healthy selection of dollar finds and first editions alike. 109 Montague St., 718-624-4876

Published by amNY.com on October 9, 2008.

...s "New York City Waterfalls," a public art project comprised of four man-made waterfalls. Columbia Heights between Remsen and Orange streets

Published by amNY.com on October 9, 2008.

No. 8 Sheepshead Bay (3-2) showed the Engineers of Brooklyn Tech who was boss in a 32-6 rout at Fulton and Clermont Streets on Sunday.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 9, 2008.

St. Charles Borromeo School, 23 Sidney Pl.; Chabad Lubavitch of Brooklyn Heights, 117 Remsen St.; Packer Collegiate Institute, 170 Joralemon St.; PS 8, 37 Hicks St.; Saint Ann's School, 129 Pierrepont St.; Grace Church School, 254 Hicks St.

Published by amNY.com on October 9, 2008.

Hunker down for the restaurant's world-class smoky, crispy mac & cheese, or relax over old-school cocktails like Rum Swizzles and Behind the Knees. 66 Hicks St., 718-852-5084

Published by amNY.com on October 9, 2008.

...That’s what happened at the Klitgord Auditorium of New York City Technical College at 286 Jay Street several years ago...

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 9, 2008.

301 Gold St., 718-875-6811

Published by amNY.com on October 9, 2008.

This is one of Montague's few independent retailers. From denim mainstays like Citizens of Humanity and Hudson to more fashion-y brands like Gryson and Sigerson Morrison, Tango carries the makings of both casual and office-ready outfits. 145 Montague St., 718-625-7518

Published by amNY.com on October 9, 2008.

St. Charles Borromeo School, 23 Sidney Pl.; Chabad Lubavitch of Brooklyn Heights, 117 Remsen St.; Packer Collegiate Institute, 170 Joralemon St.; PS 8, 37 Hicks St.; Saint Ann's School, 129 Pierrepont St.; Grace Church School, 254 Hicks St.

Published by amNY.com on October 9, 2008.

Held at Pacific High School at 120 Schermerhorn. For information or to attend, contact Lisa Howard: (718) 643-5296 or Deborah Brimfeld: (718) 855-7155.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.

SAFE-T-GALLERY: 111 Front St., Gallery 214, DUMBO. For more information: (718) 782-5920 or www.safeTgallery.com.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.

WESSEL + O'CONNOR FINE ART: 111 Front St., Suite 200, DUMBO. (718) 596-1700 or www.wesseloconnor.com.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.

DEITY LOUNGE: 368 Atlantic Ave., Boerum Hill. (718) 222-3692 or www.deitynyc.com.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.

Two hoodlum robbed a 12-year-old boy at gunpoint on the corner of Ashland and Hanson places on Sept. 29.

Published by Brooklyn Paper on October 8, 2008.

PRATT RUBELLE AND NORMAN SCHAFLER GALLERY: Chemistry Building, 200 Willoughby Ave., Clinton Hill. www.pratt.edu/exhibitions.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.

UMBRAGE GALLERY: 111 Front St., Suite 208, DUMBO. (212) 796-2707 or www.umbragegallery.com.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.

THE HEIGHTS PLAYERS STRORYBOOK THEATER: 26 Willow Pl., Brooklyn Heights. (718) 237-2752 or www.heightsplayers.org.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.

MICRO MUSEUM: 123 Smith St., Boerum Hill. (718) 797-3116 or www.micromuseum.com.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.

The Manhattan office market may be hurting, but fourteen new businesses are opening up shop in Two Trees' spaces in Dumbo, including graphic design, marketing, and advertising companies, according to a press release that landed in our inbox this morning. They're filling 24,000 square-feet of commercial real estate space in three Walentas-owned props: 45 Main Street, 55 Washington Street and 20 Jay Street.

Published by Brownstoner on October 8, 2008.

THE POWERHOUSE ARENA: 37 Main St., DUMBO. (718) 666-3049 or www.powerhousearena.com.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.

The Manhattan office market may be hurting, but fourteen new businesses are opening up shop in Two Trees' spaces in Dumbo, including graphic design, marketing, and advertising companies, according to a press release that landed in our inbox this morning. They're filling 24,000 square-feet of commercial real estate space in three Walentas-owned props: 45 Main Street, 55 Washington Street and 20 Jay Street.

Published by Brownstoner on October 8, 2008.

DUMBO ARTS CENTER (DAC): 30 Washington St., DUMBO. (718) 694-0831 or www.dumboartscenter.org.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.

RABBITHOLESTUDIO: 33 Washington St., DUMBO. (718) 852-1500 or www.rabbitholestudio.com.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.

BAMCAFÉ: 30 Lafayette Ave. Fort Greene. (718) 636-4100 or www.bam.org.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.

The Manhattan office market may be hurting, but fourteen new businesses are opening up shop in Two Trees' spaces in Dumbo, including graphic design, marketing, and advertising companies, according to a press release that landed in our inbox this morning. They're filling 24,000 square-feet of commercial real estate space in three Walentas-owned props: 45 Main Street, 55 Washington Street and 20 Jay Street.

Published by Brownstoner on October 8, 2008.

The 12-story Beaux Arts-style building at 169 Columbia Heights was constructed as a hotel in 1903, with 128 apartments. As reported in the Eagle last year, it was owned by the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society from 1988 (leased by Watchtower since 1981) until 2007 when it was sold to Taurus Investment Holdings. Taurus has since invested $10 million in a complete renovation program.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.

MELVILLE HOUSE: 145 Plymouth St., DUMBO. (718) 722-9204 or mhpbooks.com.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.

BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY: 128 Pierrepont St., Brooklyn Heights. (718) 222-4111 or www.brooklynhistory.org.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.

...advertising wing, Spike DDB, would move to the former warehouse building at the corner of Washington and Front streets...

Published by Brooklyn Paper on October 8, 2008.

BYRD HOFFMAN WATERMILL FOUNDATION: 111 Front St., Gallery 216, DUMBO. (212) 253-7484 or www.watermillcenter.org.

Published by Brooklyn Daily Eagle on October 8, 2008.