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Parks, Youth & Education March 2026

Posted: February 19, 2026

Congresswomen Clarke’s Listening Session

Posted: February 17, 2026

Filming in the District!

Posted: February 12, 2026 On Tuesday, 17 February 2026 a Television for "Law and Order S25" is scheduled to film scenes at the following locations:   Brooklyn Museum: 200 EASTERN PARKWAY, Brooklyn (Interior/Exterior: Interior )02/17/2026 06:00 AM 02/17/2026 01:00 PM Description:  Dialogue Meeting Place: 10p to Eastern Parkway and Underhill Ave. Site contact is Jonathan, 914-618-9522. VTU Request: No Request:  Parking Request: EASTERN PARKWAY between UNDERHILL AVENUE and WASHINGTON AVENUE Street Side:  South Street Control:   Full Block   2 Archbishop: 25 8 AVENUE, Brooklyn (Interior/Exterior: Interior )02/17/2026 04:00 PM 02/17/2026 08:00 PM Description:  Dialogue Meeting Place: 6a on Feb 17th to 8th Ave and Union St. Site contact is Jonathan, 914-618-9522. VTU Request: No Request:  Parking Request: FLATBUSH AVENUE between GRAND ARMY PLAZA and EMPIRE BOULEVARD Street Side:  East Street Control:   1/2 Block   8 AVENUE between UNION STREET and LINCOLN PLACE Street Side:  West Street Control:   Full Block   8 AVENUE between LINCOLN PLACE and ST JOHNS PLACE Street Side:  East Street Control:   Full Block   LINCOLN PLACE between PLAZA ST WEST and 8 AVENUE Street Side:  North Street Control:   Full Block   BERKELEY PLACE between 8 AVENUE and 7 AVENUERead More

Dealer School at Resorts World New York City

Posted: January 28, 2026 Dealer School at Resorts World New York City

Snow or Ice on Sidewalk

Posted: January 28, 2026 Property owners must clear snow or ice from their sidewalks to keep them safe and accessible for everyone. The City does not: Clear snow or ice from sidewalks in front of residential or commercial property Clear snow or ice from alleys Clear snow or ice blocking access to sidewalks, vehicles, or driveways, even if it was caused by plowing Snow Clearing Rules If you own a building or lot, you must clear your sidewalk thoroughly after it snows. If you don't follow these rules, you may receive a fine (up to $250) from the Department of Sanitation (DSNY): Clear a path at least 4 feet wide. Clear access to the crosswalk and pedestrian ramp (curb cut) if you own a corner property. Shovel bus stops and fire hydrants. Spread salt, sand, or other granular material if the ground is frozen. Do not shovel snow into the street. If the snow stops falling between: 7 AM and 5 PM, clear the sidewalk within 4 hours 5 PM and 9 PM, clear the sidewalk within 14 hours 9 PM and 7 AM, clear the sidewalk by 11 AM

Shovel Your Sidewalks!

Posted: January 26, 2026 The winter weather event officially ended Monday, January 26 at 8:30AM. The Department of Sanitation will begin issuing summonses for failure to remove snow and ice from sidewalks starting at 12:30 pm on Monday, January 26th. Property owners must clear snow or ice from their sidewalks to keep them safe and accessible for everyone. The City does not: Clear snow or ice from sidewalks in front of residential or commercial property Clear snow or ice from alleys Clear snow or ice blocking access to sidewalks, vehicles, or driveways, even if it was caused by plowing For more information, or to file a 311 service request please visit their website here.      

LIRR Notification: Weekend Service Outage – Jamaica and Atlantic Terminal

Posted: January 21, 2026 Reminder of this weekend’s train service outage between Jamaica and Atlantic Terminal, starting this Friday, January 23rd to Monday, January 26th! The last trains Friday night is 10:24PM from Jamaica and 11:01PM from Atlantic Terminal. Like before, commuters can use the subway at no extra cost by presenting a valid LIRR ticket to a station booth agent. Subway access is available at: Sutphin Blvd-Archer Avenue (J Train) 34 St–Penn Station (2/3 and A/C trains) Atlantic Av–Barclays Center (2/3/4/D/N/Q/R trains) Nostrand Avenue (A/C trains) Broadway Junction (A/C/J trains)

Paint A DSNY Collection Truck!

Posted: January 12, 2026   Calling All Artists: Paint A DSNY Collection Truck! “Trucks of Art” Program Highlights Sustainability and Honors New York’s Strongest The New York City Department of Sanitation, together with the Sanitation Foundation, has announced Trucks of Art — a paid opportunity for artists to creatively paint an entire collection truck — is back! DSNY is welcoming all artists — professional, amateur and aspiring — to submit applications to transform a 46,000-pound collection vehicle into a work of art. Priority will be given to proposals that celebrate keeping NYC clean, sustainability, and the DSNY workforce. To promote sustainability, artists are encouraged to use paints that would otherwise be discarded or recycled. “Sanitation trucks have become part of our city’s streetscape, and today we announce a third opportunity for local artists to reimagine these trucks as 400 square feet of metal canvas and transform them into roving works of art,” said Acting Commissioner Javier Lojan. “Previous Trucks of Art are still on collection routes in all five boroughs, and we are thrilled to be adding five more to our fleet this spring.”Read More

Filming in the District!

Posted: January 9, 2026 On Monday, 12 January 2026 a Television for "FBI Season 8" is scheduled to film scenes at the following locations:   EXT STREET:  NOSTRAND AVENUE between BERGEN STREET and ST MARKS AVENUE01/12/2026 06:30 AM 01/12/2026 01:00 PM Description:  FBI Agents walk along Bergen St passing vendor tables on sidewalk. They turn onto Nostrand Ave as they trace a suspect's phone. On Nostrand Ave, they identify the person carrying the phone. 10:00a to 1p: The Agents tail him down Nostrand Ave. They cross Nostrand Ave and follow him as he turns the corner onto St. Marks Ave. An FBI SWAT Team moves in on foot to assist the Agents. Various Exterior Dialogue. Special Requests: VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC REQUESTS -- Vehicles move, Various agency vehicles with bubble lights flashing, Light ITC with TED 2 Agents plus 1 Supervisor for vehicle move after 10am at NYPD Move TV Unit discretion only, actors and camera crossing street, crew safety. PROP AND WARDROBE REQUESTS -- Actors in various agency uniforms with badges and prop weapons. Actors in Tactical Gear with Prop Long Guns. CAMERA REQUESTS -- Dolly with trackRead More

Atlantic Yard Project Public Workshop

Posted: December 4, 2025 Dear Community Member, We wanted to remind you that the Public Workshop #2 for the Atlantic Yards project is on Monday, 12/8 from 6-8pm. One important item to note: in order to better accommodate the many participants who have RSVPed, it will no longer be held at the school as originally planned. Monday’s Workshop is now at the Barclays Center Practice Court. Below is the full updated event information, please help us spread the word. Atlantic Yards Redevelopment Project – Public Workshop #2 Date: Monday, 12/8 Time: 6:00 pm-8:00 pm Location: Barclays Center – please enter at the NW corner of the Arena on Atlantic Ave (the “Qatar Airways VIP Entrance”) Registration Form: HERE Additionally, a reminder to help spread the word about the online survey which will be live until 1/16/26: www.bit.ly/AY_Survey Sincerely, The Atlantic Yards Project Team Empire State Development (212) 803-3736 | AtlanticYards@esd.ny.gov www.esd.ny.gov/atlanticyards

Brower Park Leaf Crunch

Posted: November 21, 2025 Friends of Brower Park would like to invite you to our 12th annual Leaf Crunch 2025 on Saturday, 11/22 from 1-4.    Join our annual joyful raking of the leaves from areas that must be cleared while we "leave the leaves" in our pollinator garden and feed the leaf compost bin to enrich our soil. Jumping in leaf piles along the way is encouraged, and is a favorite tradition of neighborhood kids! Participate in a community art making installation led by local artist Uma Dwivedi using pokeberry dye from plants grown in our pollinator garden. Join our garden season end ceremony where we thank all the season volunteers and dedicate the collage mural rain barrels, mosaic stepping stones, and marker flag art pieces made by dozens of community member artists for the garden in 2025. 

Filming in the District!

Posted: November 5, 2025 Filming in the District! On Friday, 07 November 2025 a Film for "Ancient History" is scheduled to film scenes at the following locations:   Ext- Park: Brower Park (PS 289 - Playground Only) : Brower Park, Brooklyn (Interior/Exterior: Exterior )11/07/2025 07:00 AM 11/07/2025 07:00 PM Description:  actors discuss their relationship and the future they have together Special Requests: Approved by Alexandra Morman, Park and Recreation Manager VTU Request: No Request: Approved by Alexandra Morman, Park and Recreation Manager Parking Request: KINGSTON AVENUE between SAINT MARKS AVENUE and STERLING PLACE Street Side:  West Street Control:   Full Block     Permit# 898605 If you have further questions you can contact their Locations Department at (347) 314-7356 Please feel free to contact the Film Office at 212-489-6710.

Join Community Boards 3,8 and 16 for the 7th Annual Veterans Parade!

Posted: October 31, 2025 Join Community Boards 3,8 and 16 for the 7th Annual Veterans Parade!

HEARS Family Resources Hotline

Posted: October 24, 2025

Pedestrian Ramp Installation

Posted: October 23, 2025 Rehabilitation of Standard Pedestrian Ramps will begin on Monday, October 27, 2025 at the following locations:   Prospect Place and Franklin Avenue Prospect Place and Classon Avenue Prospect Place and Grand Avenue Lincoln Place and Washington Avenue Lincoln Place and Rogers Avenue Lincoln Place and St Charles Place Lincoln Place and St Francis Place Lincoln Place and Franklin Avenue   If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to:    Andrew Zimmer Community Construction Liaison (CCL) Reconstruction of Standard Pedestrian Ramps - Brooklyn & Queens NYCDDC Project ID# HWPR24KQ Field Office: 1 Cross Island Plaza, Suite 113 Rosedale, NY 11422 O: (347) 980-5259, Ext: 452 M: (917) 508-2678 E: HWPR24KQ.CCL@Gmail.com DDC Website: www.nyc.gov/ddc DDC Video: www.nyc.gov/webuild

Filming in the District!

Posted: October 22, 2025 Filming in the District! On Friday, 24 October 2025 a Still Photography for "Starkman Oct - Nov" is scheduled to film scenes at the following locations:   INT - Brownstone: 130 UNDERHILL AVENUE, Brooklyn (Interior/Exterior: Interior )10/24/2025 07:00 AM 10/24/2025 08:00 PM Description:  Photoshoot for fashion brand in interior of brownstone. Special Requests: permission to to stage equipment in the curb lane. VTU Request: No Request: permission to to stage equipment in the curb lane. Parking Request: UNDERHILL AVENUE between PARK PLACE and PROSPECT PLACE Street Side:  East Street Control:   1/2 Block     Permit# 895908 If you have further questions you can contact their Locations Department at (718) 578-1208 Please feel free to contact the Film Office at 212-489-6710.

Rat Academy in Crown Heights!

Posted: October 22, 2025 Rat Academy in Historic Crown Heights! Hello, We invite you to attend an in-person Rat Academy in Historic Crown Heights, Brooklyn - at Crown Heights Apartments, Community Room, 1055 St Johns Place, Brooklyn, NY 11213. Learn about rat prevention and management and enter into a free raffle for an NYC bin at this Rat Academy event sponsored by the Lincoln Civic Block Association, the Local Development Corporation of Crown Heights, and the Crown Heights North Association. Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm Location: Crown Heights Apartments, Community Room                                                  1055 St. Johns Place, Brooklyn NY 11213. Register here. We look forward to seeing you! Rat Academy Staff Pest Control Services NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

Doggie Halloween Parade!

Posted: October 8, 2025

2025 NYC Ballot Questions!

Posted: October 7, 2025 Community Board 8 general meeting will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph located at 856 Pacific Street.  We will hear an important presentation from City Council zoning experts on the 2025 NYC Ballot Questions. This is an opportunity to learn about the ballot amendment process and gain a deeper understanding of how proposed changes—including those related to the city budget—may shape the future of our city and community. What Are Ballot Amendments and Why Do They Matter? Ballot amendments are proposed changes to New York City’s laws or governing structures that are placed directly on the ballot for voters to approve or reject. These proposals can address a wide range of issues, including: The structure of city government Allocation of public funds Election rules and procedures Land use policies and public services Ballot measures give New Yorkers a direct voice in shaping the city’s future. Understanding what these proposals mean, how they reach the ballot, and their potential impacts is essential to making informed choices at the polls. This presentation will provide: An overview of the ballot amendment process A summary ofRead More

NYC Neighborhoods Depends on You!

Posted: October 6, 2025 Dear New Yorker: During this year's General Election, the fate of New York City's neighborhoods depends on you! On the ballot are Mayor Adams’ so-called housing Proposals 2, 3 and 4, written in deceptive language that hides their true effect: stripping away your voice in how our city grows. Simply put, these proposals would take away your power to influence new development in your neighborhood, weakening our communities’ ability to get more affordable housing and benefits as part of increased development. This will lead to: LESS AFFORDABILITY: Mayor Adams' Proposals 2, 3 and 4 eliminate New Yorkers’ power to fight for more affordable housing in neighborhood development. LESS INVESTMENT: Mayor Adams' Proposals 2, 3, and 4 weaken communities' power, giving developers and the Mayor even more power to ignore our neighborhood needs. MORE GENTRIFICATION: Mayor Adams' Proposals 2, 3, and 4 take away the public's power, leaving our communities weaker to fight irresponsible development and gentrification. Don't be misled by the Mayor's proposals. Learn more at whatsonmyballot.nyc. Sincerely, New York City Council

Filming in the District

Posted: September 22, 2025 Filming in the District On Wednesday, 24 September 2025 a Film for "OP" is scheduled to film scenes at the following locations:       Brownstone:  986 PARK PLACE between BROOKLYN AVENUE and NEW YORK AVENUE 09/24/2025 01:00 PM 09/24/2025 11:00 PM Description:  1:00P-4:00P: 4 characters entering/exiting brownstone. Main character exits building onto the South sidewalk and crosses at the crosswalk with the traffic light. Picture car parked in the North curb lane follows character driving eastbound with the normal flow of traffic. 6:00P-10:00P: Talent exists from 986 house and enters stationary vehicle on the NS of the street in the curb lane. INT CAR: Character pulls a gun on another character inside the parked vehicle. Vehicle pulls out and drives off with the normal flow of traffic. ***ALL REQUESTS PER NYPD MTVU SUPERVISOR DISCRETION THE DAY OF*** ***VEHICLE MUST OBEY NYC SPEED LIMIT*** Special Requests: MTVU assistance for prop firearm and ITC with flaggers. Scouted and approved by Sgt. Torres. Request to use prop firearm inside car handled with licensed armorer, no live ammo. VTU Request:  No Request:  MTVURead More

Filming in the District

Posted: August 26, 2025 On Thursday, 28 August 2025 a Television for "Law and Order S25" is scheduled to film scenes at the following locations:   Cassie's Apartment: 52 8 AVENUE, Brooklyn (Interior/Exterior: Interior )08/28/2025 08:00 AM 08/28/2025 02:00 PM Description:  Dialogue VTU Request: No Request:  Parking Request:   Street:  PROSPECT PARK WEST between PLAZA ST WEST and CARROLL STREET08/28/2025 01:00 PM 08/28/2025 05:00 PM Description:  Actors walk and talk Special Requests: Use of rickshaw dolly VTU Request: No Request: Use of rickshaw dolly Parking Request: PROSPECT PARK WEST between PLAZA ST WEST and CARROLL STREET Street Side:  East Street Control:   Full Block     Park: Prospect Park : East Park Drive, Brooklyn (Interior/Exterior: Exterior )08/28/2025 04:00 PM 08/29/2025 12:00 AM Description:  EXT actor walks and a shadowy figure approaches. EXT police investigate a crime scene with a dead body. Special Requests: Permission to film at Endale Arch and all park related requests per Lawrence Timberlake of Prospect Park Alliance, 718-965-6976. Permission to have actors in police uniform with prop guns and EMS uniforms, police and EMS picture vehicles. Requesting MTVU assistance. Meeting Place: 10pm on August 27 to Eastern Pkwy and UnderhillRead More

Filming in the District

Posted: August 26, 2025 On Saturday, 30 August 2025 a Commercial for "AVIA NY12" is scheduled to film scenes at the following locations:   Apartment: 1230 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn (Interior/Exterior: Interior )08/30/2025 08:00 AM 08/30/2025 08:00 PM Description:  Conversation btw delivery person and owner Special Requests: N/A VTU Request: No Request: N/A Parking Request: DEAN STREET between NOSTRAND AVENUE and NEW YORK AVENUE Street Side:  South Street Control:   2 Truck Lengths     Permit# 884672 If you have further questions you can contact their Locations Department at (347) 622-2270 Please feel free to contact the Film Office at 212-489-6710.

Installation of Sewer Manhole & Bypass Transformer

Posted: August 22, 2025 Please see the attached weekly construction bulletin for: 08/25/25 08/29/25   Installation of Sewer Manhole and Bypass of ConEd Transformer.   On Dean St. between Carlton Ave. and Vanderbilt Ave. Thank you Ian Thornell | Community Construction Liaison NYC Department of Design and Construction SEK002383 Pacific Park Project Phase 2 C | 917-417-6463 O | 718-942-4065 nyc.gov/ddc

Poll Worker Jobs

Posted: August 22, 2025 Poll Worker Jobs!

Watermain Reconstruction Work

Posted: August 21, 2025 Attached please find Five (5) Community Advisory Notice for Brooklyn Community Advisory Date: Monday - 8/18/2025 Work date: Monday- 8/25/2025 Operation: Work to be performed but is not limited to: Mobilization of Equipment , Saw Cutting of Roadway, Tree Pruning and Tree Guards Time: 7:00am to 6:00 pm  Locations:  St. John’s Ave between Franklin Ave and New York Ave Sterling Place between Franklin Ave and New York Ave Bedford Ave between Lincoln Pl and Park Pl Rogers Ave between Prospect Pl and Lincoln Pl Nostrand Ave between Prospect Pl and Lincoln Pl Please abide by the "NO PARKING" signs as contractor equipment needs to access the area. Driveway access may be limited during construction times.  A 24 hour contractor notice will be posted on your door prior to all water service interruptions.  -- Please feel free to reach out to me via email or phone if you have any questions or concerns about the project.  I am here to assist you through this process. Best, Nicole Chati Community Construction Liaison  Techno Engineers Project RED395AC~Replacement of Distribution Water Main in Various Locations. Email:red395ac.ccl@gmail.com Cell:609-608-2651 Field Office:718-887-2373 Field Office: 201 Arlington Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10303 SuiteRead More

National Night Out Against Crime!

Posted: August 4, 2025

Brower Sprinkler Temporary Fix

Posted: July 29, 2025 Please be advised that there is an underground leak in the water line supplying the spray shower at Brower Park. Tradesmen have been notified and will need to excavate the area to locate the break, repair the damaged pipes, and restore full service. We understand the importance of keeping the area cool for park visitors, especially children. In the meantime, the Parks Department has implemented a temporary solution to help keep children cool while repairs are underway. We appreciate your patience as the team works diligently to complete the necessary repairs.

Crown Heights Electronics + Textiles Recycling Event

Posted: July 25, 2025 Crown Heights Electronics + Textiles Recycling Event   07.26.25_Crown Heights_DSNY Flyer (2)

Filming in the District!

Posted: July 25, 2025 Filming in the District! On Friday, 08 August 2025 a Film for "Souvenir" is scheduled to film scenes at the following locations:   Ext. Diner:  STERLING PLACE between WASHINGTON AVENUE and UNDERHILL AVENUE08/08/2025 06:00 AM 08/08/2025 11:59 PM Description:  Kevin and Dani go to Diner to communicate. Special Requests: NA VTU Request: No Request: NA Parking Request: STERLING PLACE between WASHINGTON AVENUE and UNDERHILL AVENUE Street Side:  South Street Control:   1/4 Block     Permit# 877733 If you have further questions you can contact their Locations Department at (516) 850-1723 Please feel free to contact the Film Office at 212-489-6710.

Filming in the District!

Posted: June 30, 2025 On Tuesday, 01 July 2025 a Television for "Out The Kitchen S2 (DAREDEVIL S2)" is scheduled to film scenes at the following locations:   Ext Courthouse: 10 GRAND ARMY PLAZA, Brooklyn (Interior/Exterior: Exterior )07/01/2025 04:00 PM 07/02/2025 07:00 AM Description:  EXTERIOR DAY 5PM-8PM A picture vehicle pulls up in front of hero location. 2 characters exit the car and walk up the steps past the protestors and news crew and into the courthouse. EXTERIOR NIGHT 8PM-6:00AM Sc. 1, Military uniforms place prop barricades at the top of the steps. Sc. 2, 4 NYPD Cruiser drives on Flatbush Ave with flashing lights and pulls into the curb lane in front of hero location. Sc. 3, 5 NYPD retirees along with 25 actors dressed in NYPD uniform steps out of the car and go up the steps towards the line of military officers. All vehicles turn right onto Eastern Pkwy and heads eastbound and resets per MTVU discretion. Sc. 4, The NYPD retirees and the military officers have a conversation on top of the steps as protestors with face coverings protests in the back. Sc. 5, OneRead More

Free Summer Meals!

Posted: June 25, 2025 Free Summer Meals The Summer Meals program offers free breakfast and lunch to New Yorkers ages 18 and younger. Find a location near you. Date: Friday, June 27 to Friday, August 29 (except for Friday, July 4) Time: 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Where: Schools, parks and libraries throughout the city

Filming in the District

Posted: June 24, 2025 Filming in the District! On Friday, 27 June 2025 a Film for "TVBP" is scheduled to film scenes at the following locations:   Int. Stage: 1000 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn (Interior/Exterior: Interior )06/27/2025 06:00 AM 06/27/2025 08:00 PM Description:  Int Brian's Car, Fanny is reassured, Patty is back, Chris drives through a tunnel and Patty receives a special voice note. Plate shots in front of LED screen in Studio A and filming with blue screen in Room 1984 of Be Electric Studios Special Requests: Permission to stage necessary working production equipment on permitted sidewalk andor curb lane, all other equipment to be stored within equipment vehicles andor rented interior spaces. Permission to leave truck lift gates down and unattended. VTU Request: No Request: Permission to stage necessary working production equipment on permitted sidewalk andor curb lane, all other equipment to be stored within equipment vehicles andor rented interior spaces. Permission to leave truck lift gates down and unattended. Parking Request: DEAN STREET between CLASSON AVENUE and FRANKLIN AVENUE Street Side:  South Street Control:   Full Block     Permit# 871900 If you have further questions you can contact their LocationsRead More

Nightlife Meeting

Posted: June 20, 2025 The 77th Precinct is sponsoring a Nightlife meeting on July 9th.  Please share!

FULL CLOSING NOTICE FOR EASTERN PARKWAY SVC ROAD NORTH

Posted: June 16, 2025 Please be advised that on June 22, 29 & a back up of July 6, 2025, from  9am to 6pm Sunday, the Eastern Parkway Service Road North between Underhill Avenue and Washington Avenue, will be closed to vehicular traffic due to a crane operation at 55 Eastern Parkway.  This closing has been approved by the N.Y.C. Department of Transportation.   Please see the contact below:  JC Duggan, Inc 320 Maspeth Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11211 (718) 384-3260   55 EASTERN PARKWAY - BK 8
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