Hi neighbors!
Together with the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, the Cumberland Block Association will be hosting a gardening clinic on Friday, May 14th from 7 - 8 PM. We will meet outside of 304 Cumberland (Sabrina and Matt's house). We will discuss street tree maintenance, front garden design and plant selection, container gardening and drought resistant plants/water conservation.
Hope you can join us and please spread the word to your neighbors!
**Also, please save the date Thursday May 20th from 6:30 - 8 for a wine tasting at the Greene Grape on Fulton St. Courtesy of Greene Grape and the Fort Greene Park Conservancy, we'll be having aperitivos, a sparkling summer cocktail typical of the Veneto in Italy, which is Aperol, prosecco, soda & orange. The Fort Greene Park Conservancy will be introducing their programming to several block associations in the neighborhood. Invitation to come shortly!**
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Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Monday, May 3, 2010
Meeting notes from last Cumberland Block Association meeting on April 29th
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Hi neighbors!
Thanks to all who attended the last meeting. Welcome to our neighbors Karen and Andy, Ryan and to CBA members Pinky, Jack, Rodney, David, Tokumbo and Sheethal.
For those who could not make it, here is the agenda of items discussed. Below the list you will find an update for each:
Church on Greene Ave Petition
We all signed the petition and we distributed sheets for people to continue to get signatures. Michelle suggested we get together with other block associations in the neighborhood to obtain more signatures and hold an event with Tish and Marty Markowitz to get more community members involved. Once we have a of signatures, we could go to them with our case. Over the weekend, I was at an apartment that faces the back of the building and it looked like there were pigeons coming in and out of the open windows. At least we should look to have the building sealed.
Greenest Block contest
Our gardening clinic will be held May 14th from 7 - 8 PM outside of 304 Cumberland. We will be discussing street tree maintenance, front garden design and plant selection, container gardening and drought resistant plants/water conservation. Hope people can make it!
Free trees from the Arbor Day Foundation
The Arbor Day foundation gives out 10 free trees when you become a member for $10 - http://www.arborday.org/Shopping/Memberships/Memberships.cfm. Please let me know if you would like to get a tree and I will place an order for the group. So far, Rodney (2), Pinky (1) and Ryan (1) would like trees.
En
A neighbor talked about noise and unneighborly behavior with En restaurant.
294 Cumberland Update
The building going up at 294 Cumberland had stopped and started work several times. Rodney gave us an update, saying that the Landmarks Commission stopped work because the windows are not inline with the rest of the block. It is not clear whether they are working on it. A neighbor has seen workers waiting outside but not doing work.
297 Cumberland Update
This house is in probate, there is a dispute amongst the heirs. It's been sealed by the Department of Health and Safety, but it's not in a good condition.
After-labor day block party
We revived the idea of having a block party. We decided to hold it on a Saturday in early September when people are back from summer vacations. Donald will look into getting the permit for us. Stay tuned for updates about block party planning. Any ideas, feel free to share in the comments.
Hi neighbors!
Thanks to all who attended the last meeting. Welcome to our neighbors Karen and Andy, Ryan and to CBA members Pinky, Jack, Rodney, David, Tokumbo and Sheethal.
For those who could not make it, here is the agenda of items discussed. Below the list you will find an update for each:
- Church on Green Ave Petition
- Brooklyn Botanic Garden Greenest Block in Brooklyn contest
- Free trees from the Arbor Day Foundation
- En restaurant
- 294 Cumberland update
- 297 Cumberland update
- After-labor day block party
Church on Greene Ave Petition
We all signed the petition and we distributed sheets for people to continue to get signatures. Michelle suggested we get together with other block associations in the neighborhood to obtain more signatures and hold an event with Tish and Marty Markowitz to get more community members involved. Once we have a of signatures, we could go to them with our case. Over the weekend, I was at an apartment that faces the back of the building and it looked like there were pigeons coming in and out of the open windows. At least we should look to have the building sealed.
Greenest Block contest
Our gardening clinic will be held May 14th from 7 - 8 PM outside of 304 Cumberland. We will be discussing street tree maintenance, front garden design and plant selection, container gardening and drought resistant plants/water conservation. Hope people can make it!
Free trees from the Arbor Day Foundation
The Arbor Day foundation gives out 10 free trees when you become a member for $10 - http://www.arborday.org/Shopping/Memberships/Memberships.cfm. Please let me know if you would like to get a tree and I will place an order for the group. So far, Rodney (2), Pinky (1) and Ryan (1) would like trees.
En
A neighbor talked about noise and unneighborly behavior with En restaurant.
294 Cumberland Update
The building going up at 294 Cumberland had stopped and started work several times. Rodney gave us an update, saying that the Landmarks Commission stopped work because the windows are not inline with the rest of the block. It is not clear whether they are working on it. A neighbor has seen workers waiting outside but not doing work. 297 Cumberland Update
This house is in probate, there is a dispute amongst the heirs. It's been sealed by the Department of Health and Safety, but it's not in a good condition.
After-labor day block party
We revived the idea of having a block party. We decided to hold it on a Saturday in early September when people are back from summer vacations. Donald will look into getting the permit for us. Stay tuned for updates about block party planning. Any ideas, feel free to share in the comments.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Recycled Tulip Giveaway from the BBG
I just got this email from the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. I'm planning to get some tulips for our block. If anyone would like to join, shoot me an email.
Recycled Tulip Giveaway!
Wednesday, April 28, 2010 | 3–6 p.m.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
1010 Washington Avenue—Service Entrance
(Between Eastern Parkway and Empire Boulevard)
These tulips include many different kinds and colors. Bulbs with stalk and leaves for immediate planting are available to BBG GreenBridge Community Garden Alliance members, block associations entering our Greenest Block in Brooklyn contest, schools, and horticultural therapy sites. The tulips were recently uprooted from BBG displays and should bloom again in the spring of 2010. A planting tip sheet will be provided.
• Limit 60 plants per group (approximately two bags)
• Tulips are available on a first come, first served basis while they last.
• Be prepared to get dirty! These recently uprooted bulbs are covered in soil.
• You will be asked to sign in for your group.
• Rain or shine. For directions to BBG, call 718-623-7200.
The GreenBridge Team
Recycled Tulip Giveaway!
Wednesday, April 28, 2010 | 3–6 p.m.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
1010 Washington Avenue—Service Entrance
(Between Eastern Parkway and Empire Boulevard)
These tulips include many different kinds and colors. Bulbs with stalk and leaves for immediate planting are available to BBG GreenBridge Community Garden Alliance members, block associations entering our Greenest Block in Brooklyn contest, schools, and horticultural therapy sites. The tulips were recently uprooted from BBG displays and should bloom again in the spring of 2010. A planting tip sheet will be provided.
• Limit 60 plants per group (approximately two bags)
• Tulips are available on a first come, first served basis while they last.
• Be prepared to get dirty! These recently uprooted bulbs are covered in soil.
• You will be asked to sign in for your group.
• Rain or shine. For directions to BBG, call 718-623-7200.
The GreenBridge Team
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Spring is here and the CBA is back!
Hi friends!
I recently returned from my work as a Kiva Fellow in South America and am working to get the Block Association back up and running!
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1. Next Cumberland Block Association Meeting - we are planning for the week after next
Stay tuned for details. The next meeting will be likely April 28th or 29th. I am in the process of coordinating the date and location.
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2. Fort Greene Association meeting tomorrow at 7:30 (7 PM for neighborhood social)
Join us at our next scheduled Neighborhood meeting to be held on Monday April 19, 2010 -7:30PM, at Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian Church, 85 South Oxford Street in Fort Greene, Brooklyn.
Fort Greene has changed but our choices for healthy food seem to be stuck in the past. At this meeting we’ll explore the Food Solutions coming to our neighborhood Come share your experiences with others and learn about efforts to provide healthy food choices to Fort Greene.
Ask questions, and get answers. Plus all the goings on in Fort Greene and don’t forget to come early and meet your neighbors with refreshments starting at 7PM.
YUMMY! ENTER OUR RECIPE – POT LUCK CONTEST
What is your favorite healthy recipe for a family of four on a budget?
Bring along your favorite designed to cost $10 or less to the meeting for the 7PM Neighborhood Mixer
and enter our Recipe – Pot Luck Contest.
Enter to win valuable prizes and share your secrets on healthy eating with your neighbors.
Come and savor what your neighbors have to offer.
As always FGA Meetings are Open to All Homeowners and Renters alike
Serving Greater Fort Greene,
Fort Greene Association
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3. Petition for Church on Greene Ave
Our neighbor Phil (thanks Phil!) has created a petition regarding the church on Greene Ave. It is dangerous and caused violations and pests in neighboring restaurants. It blocked part of the greene space creation at 7 corners and it doesn't look like anything is going to change for awhile. Please join us and sign the petition at the next meeting.
4. Fort Greene House Tour
Sunday, May 02, 2010
12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
BAM Triangle Park
30 Lafayette Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11217
The 30th Fort Greene Association House Tour is coming! The tour is held only once every two years, and this one will be even better than the last. In addition to gaining access into the splendid Victorian interiors of Fort Greene you will also get a glimpse of the backstage life of Fort Greene. Fort Greene which has become the City's hot new arts scene will swing open its doors with exclusive Artists Showings and Backstage Tours. The Tour will also feature residents who have shops, produce national magazines, and design on a global scale right from the comfort of this all inclusive neighborhood. Join us in fort Greene Brooklyn for this very special event benefiting the advocacy and programs of the all-volunteer, non-profit organization, the Fort Greene Association.
TICKETS
Advance Ticket: $20
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5. Brownstone Brooklyn Garden District 13th Annual Garden Walk
Sunday, June 6, 2010
11:00am - 5:00pm
Clinton Hill private and community gardens
Brownstone Brooklyn Garden District presents its self-guided 13th Annual Garden Walk. Spend a Sunday afternoon being inspired by the creativity of this neighborhood's urban gardeners. The stops on the tour include single, double and triple-lot city refuges. Pick up a self-guided map at the corner of Washington Avenue and Lafayette, just outside the entrance to the G train, and enter into a a wonderland that cannot be seen from the street.
This year's stroll features 15 private gardens in the historic district of Clinton Hill, Brooklyn. In addition to private gardens, many of which also feature the artwork of their creators folded into their greenery, the tour includes several vibrant community gardens, a newly planted garden entitled, Symbols, Parables and Healing, sponsored by BBGD in partnership with Teen Challenge, the drug recovery and prevention program at 444 Clinton Avenue, The Pratt sculpture Garden, green graffiti art installations and a Living-Couture Fashion Show in a neighborhood church.
All proceeds from the Garden Walk fund activities that support, encourage and facilitate local gardening, urban farming and environmental art.
Tickets are available in advance for $15 at:
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/107257
and for $20 the day of the event.
Local ticket outlets will be announced shortly
Contact:
Emily Wasserman
151 Dekalb Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11217
718 852 9283
emilywas@gmail.com
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1297300822&ref=profile#!/event.php?eid=115612625123494&ref=mf
I recently returned from my work as a Kiva Fellow in South America and am working to get the Block Association back up and running!
- Next Cumberland Block Association Meeting - April 28th or 29th
- Next Fort Greene Association Meeting - Monday April 19th at 7:30 (7 PM for neighborhood social)
- Petition for church on Greene Ave
- Fort Greene House tour on Sunday, May 2nd from 12 - 5
- Clinton Hill Garden Walk on Sunday, June 6th from 11 - 5
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1. Next Cumberland Block Association Meeting - we are planning for the week after next
Stay tuned for details. The next meeting will be likely April 28th or 29th. I am in the process of coordinating the date and location.
------
2. Fort Greene Association meeting tomorrow at 7:30 (7 PM for neighborhood social)
Join us at our next scheduled Neighborhood meeting to be held on Monday April 19, 2010 -7:30PM, at Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian Church, 85 South Oxford Street in Fort Greene, Brooklyn.
Fort Greene has changed but our choices for healthy food seem to be stuck in the past. At this meeting we’ll explore the Food Solutions coming to our neighborhood Come share your experiences with others and learn about efforts to provide healthy food choices to Fort Greene.
Ask questions, and get answers. Plus all the goings on in Fort Greene and don’t forget to come early and meet your neighbors with refreshments starting at 7PM.
YUMMY! ENTER OUR RECIPE – POT LUCK CONTEST
What is your favorite healthy recipe for a family of four on a budget?
Bring along your favorite designed to cost $10 or less to the meeting for the 7PM Neighborhood Mixer
and enter our Recipe – Pot Luck Contest.
Enter to win valuable prizes and share your secrets on healthy eating with your neighbors.
Come and savor what your neighbors have to offer.
As always FGA Meetings are Open to All Homeowners and Renters alike
Serving Greater Fort Greene,
Fort Greene Association
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3. Petition for Church on Greene Ave
Our neighbor Phil (thanks Phil!) has created a petition regarding the church on Greene Ave. It is dangerous and caused violations and pests in neighboring restaurants. It blocked part of the greene space creation at 7 corners and it doesn't look like anything is going to change for awhile. Please join us and sign the petition at the next meeting.
4. Fort Greene House Tour
Sunday, May 02, 2010
12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
BAM Triangle Park
30 Lafayette Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11217
The 30th Fort Greene Association House Tour is coming! The tour is held only once every two years, and this one will be even better than the last. In addition to gaining access into the splendid Victorian interiors of Fort Greene you will also get a glimpse of the backstage life of Fort Greene. Fort Greene which has become the City's hot new arts scene will swing open its doors with exclusive Artists Showings and Backstage Tours. The Tour will also feature residents who have shops, produce national magazines, and design on a global scale right from the comfort of this all inclusive neighborhood. Join us in fort Greene Brooklyn for this very special event benefiting the advocacy and programs of the all-volunteer, non-profit organization, the Fort Greene Association.
TICKETS
Advance Ticket: $20
------
5. Brownstone Brooklyn Garden District 13th Annual Garden Walk
Sunday, June 6, 2010
11:00am - 5:00pm
Clinton Hill private and community gardens
Brownstone Brooklyn Garden District presents its self-guided 13th Annual Garden Walk. Spend a Sunday afternoon being inspired by the creativity of this neighborhood's urban gardeners. The stops on the tour include single, double and triple-lot city refuges. Pick up a self-guided map at the corner of Washington Avenue and Lafayette, just outside the entrance to the G train, and enter into a a wonderland that cannot be seen from the street.
This year's stroll features 15 private gardens in the historic district of Clinton Hill, Brooklyn. In addition to private gardens, many of which also feature the artwork of their creators folded into their greenery, the tour includes several vibrant community gardens, a newly planted garden entitled, Symbols, Parables and Healing, sponsored by BBGD in partnership with Teen Challenge, the drug recovery and prevention program at 444 Clinton Avenue, The Pratt sculpture Garden, green graffiti art installations and a Living-Couture Fashion Show in a neighborhood church.
All proceeds from the Garden Walk fund activities that support, encourage and facilitate local gardening, urban farming and environmental art.
Tickets are available in advance for $15 at:
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/107257
and for $20 the day of the event.
Local ticket outlets will be announced shortly
Contact:
Emily Wasserman
151 Dekalb Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11217
718 852 9283
emilywas@gmail.com
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1297300822&ref=profile#!/event.php?eid=115612625123494&ref=mf
Friday, May 29, 2009
Brooklyn Botanical Garden - Greenest Block in Brooklyn contest
Our entry is in!
I just received a package from the BBG with judging criteria, horticulture tips, and a sign for the block! Now I just have to figure out where to display it...
If anyone wants a copy of these tips, just let me know with a blog comment and I'll get them to you. You can also visit http://miliontreesnyc.org for tips on how to care for street trees. There are some simple things you can do to maintain the tree in front of your house.
I just received a package from the BBG with judging criteria, horticulture tips, and a sign for the block! Now I just have to figure out where to display it...
If anyone wants a copy of these tips, just let me know with a blog comment and I'll get them to you. You can also visit http://miliontreesnyc.org for tips on how to care for street trees. There are some simple things you can do to maintain the tree in front of your house.
Potential awards -
- Greenest Block in Brooklyn - $300
- Best Street Tree Beds - $200
- Best Window Boxes (individual)
Judging starts June 8th through process of elimination. A progress report will be posted on bbg.org
Winners announce in August at a press conference on the winning block.
Cross you fingers for the Cumberland Block Association!
Winners announce in August at a press conference on the winning block.
Cross you fingers for the Cumberland Block Association!
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Cumberland Tree Guards
I have reached out to Hilda who runs the block association on Cumberland between Lafayette and Dekalb and got this response:
The tree pits were organized from a special offer from the borough president's office. The city paid for them completely, we just had to organize and get all the residents to sign 'yes' or 'no', as to whether they wanted them. I think that these were organized in 2004, and then put in in the late summer of 2005. I am not sure if this is still an available program.
I think that the woman that he was in touch with at the Borough President's Office was a Ms. Ensler. (but that name is from memory) Another neighbor organized everything.
Next step: I will reach out to the Borough President's office to see if this offer is still valid. If not, I will see if we can get a "Block Association" discount from local iron contractors.
Suggestions welcome!
The tree pits were organized from a special offer from the borough president's office. The city paid for them completely, we just had to organize and get all the residents to sign 'yes' or 'no', as to whether they wanted them. I think that these were organized in 2004, and then put in in the late summer of 2005. I am not sure if this is still an available program.
I think that the woman that he was in touch with at the Borough President's Office was a Ms. Ensler. (but that name is from memory) Another neighbor organized everything.
Next step: I will reach out to the Borough President's office to see if this offer is still valid. If not, I will see if we can get a "Block Association" discount from local iron contractors.
Suggestions welcome!
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