Local Politicians Get to Do Whatever They Want Because the Local Media Let Them!
Avoiding critical coverage—because politicians are apparently well-loved by all, and always do everything by the book.
Author: Brian
NY Times: “Only Retired Irish Immigrants Go To This Bar”
Maybe we should be glad they didn’t call the Irish Haven pub “the next Williamsburg.”
Arab-American Bazaar This Sunday (Bay Ridge Datebook July 25 – 31)
Also this coming week: poetry reading at the Owl’s Head wine bar, Martymusic in Shore Road Park, and an outdoor movie at Narrows Botanical garden.
For the Next Two Weeks, No R Trains at Night in Bay Ridge
FASTRACK is coming to slow your roll. But it will all be worth it, right? RIGHT?
I Was Promised Doo-Wop: Summer Stroll Begins (Bay Ridge Datebook July 17 – 23)
When the Summer Stroll on Third Avenue was first announced a few years ago, we were promised all sorts of anachronisms like doo-wop bands and barbershop quartets. Thankfully, we got more interesting stuff than that.
No Frills And No Imitations: El Puente Serves Up Authentic Mexican Cuisine To South Ridge
If tortas are on the menu, then you know that the tacos are good.
Fireworks at Fort Hamilton, Picnic at Shore Road, Because ‘Murica! Bay Ridge Datebook (July 2 – 11)
Happy Independence Day to those that celebrate! America’s 239th birthday is upon us, and there are two big celebrations locally that you can take part in. They’re on separate days, so you can do both if you want, and still have time to head into Manhattan or Northern Brooklyn to watch the big Macy’s show. […]
Protestors To US Army: Drop Confederate-Named Streets Inside Fort Hamilton (Photos)
The message from approximately 50 protestors was simple: “Robert Lee has got to go.”
The Fort Hamilton Streets Named For American Traitors
A look at the history of Robert Lee and Stonewall Jackson in their years stationed at Fort Hamilton, whose reputations were oddly unsullied as they fought against their country and on the side of slavery. The post-Charleston backlash against Conferderate idolatry will bring Al Sharpton to Fort Hamilton on Saturday.
Outdoor Movie Season Begins, A Summer Celebration and More: Bay Ridge Datebook (June 25 – July 4)
Start the weekend off right with an outdoor movie starring Discount Jennifer Grey. Extra credit if you can name Chanice’s dimples without Googling them. Unless you want to Google Chanice’s dimples.