OCEAN PARKWAY PEDESTRIAN MALLS: COMMUNITY CLEANUP

 

Ocean Parkway Pedestrian Malls

Community Cleanup

Sunday, August 30th

10:00 a.m. to noon

 

From Councilmember Shahana Hanif:

Help clean up Kensington! Join our office, the District 39 Cleanup Crew, The Kensington Stewards, Clean Up Kensington, and your neighbors on Sunday, August 30, from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM for a community clean-up of the Ocean Parkway Pedestrian Malls, where litter and illegal dumping remain persistent challenges.

Together, we can help keep our neighborhood clean, welcoming, and beautiful. Supplies—including gloves, garbage pickers, and bags—will be provided. 

Sign up today to join our Kensington Clean Up.

 

Location

211 Ocean Parkway, on the pedestrian mall

between Beverley Road and Church Avenue, closer to Church Avenue

Kensington, Brooklyn

INCLUSIVE, CO-ED LOCAL SCOUTING TROOP WILL OFFER A VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION THIS WEEK (FREE)

Virtual Information Session, 651st Greenwood Troop

Wednesday, August 5th, 8:30 pm.

From Natascia Boeri, Membership Coordinator:

651st Greenwood Virtual Information Session | Aug. 5, 8:30pm

 

Does your child enjoy being outdoors? Are you looking for a family-inclusive program that builds leadership, independence, and cooperation?

Learn more about the 651st Greenwood Troop of the Brooklyn Outdoor Service Guides, an inclusive scouting organization, at our virtual information session.

651st Greenwood meets every other Sunday on the Peninsula in Prospect Park (and at an indoor location during colder months). Our activities include working on badges, service projects, nature outings, and of course camping!

 

We have four groups of youth: Chipmunks (3 & 4), Otters (K-2nd grade), Timberwolves (3rd-5th grade), Pathfinders (6th grade and up).

Virtual Information Session: Wednesday, Aug 5 at 8:30pm.
Zoom link: https://montclair.zoom.us/j/97128066304?pwd=P1aSdnWKbiQjOabVibLb5efPGuLJqC.1&fbclid=IwY2xjawTeD45leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFMcDBBTUtrbWNhWnFNU2xic3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnUbS_IpbDOalCM85wqAMN6iKiTbO3zt5TKdBkEXvyjLf38UWAoVl77QVfi__aem_ojR-t7ak2rodrq0CRODO6g

Any questions, reach out to membership@651greenwood.org.

https://brooklynosg.org/ 

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About Brooklyn Outdoor Service Guides:

"Brooklyn Outdoor Service Guides is an inclusive organization dedicated to providing a “Back to Basics”  program to Brooklyn youth and their families. We welcome everyone regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, class, ability, religion (or no religion), or other differentiating factors.

 

We are part of the Outdoor Service Guides (OSG), a national volunteer-run organization. Brooklyn Outdoor Service Guides has five age-based levels of participation (Chipmunks, Otters, Timberwolves, Pathfinders and Rovers), all of which are co-ed and include participants and leaders of all genders." 

https://brooklynosg.org/about-brooklyn-scouts 

70TH PRECINCT NATIONAL NIGHT OUT AGAINST CRIME, 2026 (FREE)

 

National Night Out Against Crime

Tuesday, August 4th

5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Join the 70th Precinct (Midwood, Fiske Terrace, Ditmas Park, and Prospect Park South) and its community partners for the annual National Night Out Against Crime on Tuesday, August 4th, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 

 

Highlights of the event will include a barbecue, a bouncy house, face painting, games, raffles, free giveaways, blood pressure screening, and phone and bicycle registration. 

 

For accommodations regarding any disabilities, call Detective Ortiz or Detective Nuzzi at (718) 851-5557 or send an e-mail to 70pctcommunityaffairs@nypd.org at least seventy-two hours prior to the event.

National Night Out Against Crime is held annually on the first Tuesday in August. The National Association of Town Watch created the event in 1984.

From the website of National Association of Town Watch:

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live.

Location

Parade Ground

Entrance on Caton Avenue, between Argyle and Rugby roads

Brooklyn 

ALBEMARLE PLAYGROUND MEET-UP TO ORGANIZE OUTREACH

 

Planning Meeting

Thursday, August 6th, 10:00 a.m.

 

Join Friends of Albemarle Playground on Thursday, August 6th, at 10:00 a.m., for a meet-up to organize community and New York City Parks Department outreach for playground renovation, cleaning, and maintenance.

 

Location

Albemarle Playground 

McDonald Avenue

near Albemarle Road, behind the P.S. 230 Lower School

Kensington, Brooklyn

https://www.facebook.com/FriendsofAlbemarlePlayground

 

66TH PRECINCT NATIONAL NIGHT OUT AGAINST CRIME, 2026 (FREE)

National Night Out Against Crime

Tuesday, August 4th

5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

 

Join the 66th Precinct and the 66th Precinct Community Council for National Night Out Against Crime. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an evening of community, fun, and unity. Stand united for a safer community.

 

National Night Out Against Crime is held annually on the first Tuesday in August. The National Association of Town Watch created the event in 1984. 

Prior to that, in the 1970s, as one aspect of the Women's Liberation Movement, women created their own non-governmental, grass-roots event--called "Take Back the Night"--with the goal of protesting and deterring violence against women through their visible presence outdoors.

From the website of National Association of Town Watch:

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live.

Location

66th Precinct

5822 16th Avenue

between 58th and 59th streets

Borough Park, Brooklyn 

phone: (718) 851-5611

website: http://www1.nyc.gov/site/nypd/bureaus/patrol/precincts/66th-precinct.page

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NYPD66pct

UPZONING WILL CREATE ADDITIONAL AND TALLER HOUSING ON MCDONALD AVENUE AND CONEY ISLAND AVENUE

From Beth Slepian, Chair, Community Board 12 Committee on South of Prospect Park Planning:

As you may know, The Department of City Planning is working to develop a comprehensive plan for neighborhoods south of Prospect Park. Focusing on portions of Coney Island and McDonald Avenues, the plan offers an opportunity to create more transit-accessible housing, including permanently affordable housing, expand economic opportunity, and deliver community investments such as enhancements to the public realm. 

I'm pleased to share that in Community Board 12, our board chair has formed a new committee named the South of Prospect Park Planning Committee, in order to maximize community engagement for our constituents who live and work in the neighborhoods south of Prospect Park, including Kensington, Prospect Park South, Ditmas Park, Borough Park and Midwood. 

Our first meeting will be held next week: Tuesday, August 4 at 7:00 PM, at Community Board 12's Office: 5910 13th Avenue, and remotely on Zoom. The Department of City Planning will be attending in person and will present about the South of Prospect Park plan. This meeting is open to the public, and there will be a public comment period. All are welcome to attend, learn more, and share thoughts on the future of our neighborhoods. Please join us! 

If you're unable to attend in person, you can participate remotely on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81395922827. 

For more information on the South of Prospect Park Plan, visit the Department of City Planning's website. And if you haven't done so yet, please fill out and share this survey as widely as possible: Community Survey.  

For additional information, see "Taller Buildings and More Housing for McDonald Avenue, Coney Island Avenue, and Surrounding Areas, i.e., the Neighborhoods South of Prospect Park" at https://karmabrooklyn.blogspot.com/2026/06/taller-buildings-and-more-housing-for.html.

LOCATION CHANGED FOR SUNDAY'S CONCERT: CONCERTS ON PORCHES: SING-ALONG WITH LLOYD MILLER, BENNETT PASTER TRIO, SINGER-SONGWRITERS IN THE ROUND, AND MIR NAQIBUL ISLAM

From Operation Gig!

 

Sing-along for everyone led by Lloyd Miller Thursday, July 30, 2026 · 6:00–7:00 PM 225 Argyle Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11218 Lloyd Miller leads our weekly sing-a-long for everyone!

Bennett Paster Trio Friday, July 31, 2026 · 6:00–8:00 PM 131 Buckingham Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11226 Groovy jazz from some of our finest local purveyors.

Singer-songwriters in the Round at Operation Gig Saturday, August 1, 2026 · 4:00–6:00 PM 312 Westminster Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11218 Three great singer-songwriters take turns on a gorgeous porch in Ditmas! Come support Lily Detaeye, Madi Task and Sean Kiely!

Mir Naqibul Islam Sunday, August 2, 2026 · 4:00–6:00 PM 202 Argyle Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11218  LOCATION CHANGED TO 210 RUGBY ROAD, BROOKLYN, NY  Master tabla player Mir Naqibul Islam brings a quartet of amazing musicians from Brooklyns thriving Raga scene.

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Operation Gig! provides live music performances outdoors on weekends.

 

Concerts are canceled when weather conditions aren't suitable for outdoor activities. Before heading to a concert, check the Operation Gig! website to make sure it's still scheduled to take place.

  
The concert series, held on the porches of private houses in Ditmas Park since July 2020, was created in order to offer a venue for musicians to perform during the COVID-19 pandemic. The series provides them with a source of income as well as providing a safe space for neighbors to gather to enjoy live music.
 
The performances are free, but a suggested donation of $10--which goes directly to the musicians--is more than welcome. Donate either at the performance or online at the tax-deductible Operation Gig Musician Guarantee Fund page on GoFundMe.

¡CELEBRA BROOKLYN! SPANISH-IMMTERSION SUMMER CAMP IN AUGUST

 

From One World Project:

Spanish-Immersion Summer Camp in August!

Join us at One World Project for ¡Celebra Brooklyn!, a two-week Spanish-immersion camp where children ages 2–6 explore the history, cultures, neighborhoods, and communities that make Brooklyn so unique.

Through art, music, storytelling, cooking, outdoor adventures, and hands-on projects, campers discover the borough they call home while building language skills, friendships, and a deeper connection to their community.

Our play-based camp welcomes children of all Spanish levels—no prior experience is necessary. Families can enroll for one or both weeks. We offer financial aid and accept active ACS vouchers.

Visit our website for schedules, tuition, and enrollment, or contact hola@oneworldproject.org for more information.

We'd love to welcome your family this August!

 

CONCERTS ON PORCHES: SWEET WORLD, ELIZA EDENS, ALEGBA & FRIENDS

From Operation Gig!

Sweet World Friday, July 24, 2026 · 6:00–8:00 PM 294 Argyle Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11218 Trumpeter/composer Kenny Warren's music embodies the adventurous spirit of jazz and is inspired by the multitudinous sounds of New York. "Non-stop eccentricity and rhythmically complex music, all while achieving a fleet-footed and airy spirit…. simultaneously free-flowing and absolutely thrilling” (NYC Jazz Record). Featuring Nathan Ellman-Bell on drums and Christopher Hoffman on cello

Eliza Edens Saturday, July 25, 2026 · 4:00–6:00 PM 1415 Dorchester Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11226 Alt-folk for (and from) neighborhood folk. "With a love for tinkering with alternate tunings à la Nick Drake, a curious harmonic ear from years of childhood classical piano lessons, and an ever-expanding affinity for words and stories, Edens’ songs build a kaleidoscopic world." - Club Passim

Alegba & Friends Sunday, July 26, 2026 · 4:00–6:00 PM 447 Rugby Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11226 Alegba and Friends is a collective led by Haitian roots and jazz musician Alegba Jahyile. Born out of spontaneous, daily jam sessions in the Prospect Park during the pandemic!

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Operation Gig! provides live music performances outdoors on weekends.

 

Concerts are canceled when weather conditions aren't suitable for outdoor activities. Before heading to a concert, check the Operation Gig! website to make sure it's still scheduled to take place.

  
The concert series, held on the porches of private houses in Ditmas Park since July 2020, was created in order to offer a venue for musicians to perform during the COVID-19 pandemic. The series provides them with a source of income as well as providing a safe space for neighbors to gather to enjoy live music.
 
The performances are free, but a suggested donation of $10--which goes directly to the musicians--is more than welcome. Donate either at the performance or online at the tax-deductible Operation Gig Musician Guarantee Fund page on GoFundMe.

YOGA IN THE GARDEN (FREE)

 

Yoga in the Garden

 Wednesday, July 22nd, August 19th, and September 16th

5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

 

Join Sunee LaClaire, owner of YogaSole, for free "Yoga in the Garden" classes on Wednesday, July 22nd, August 19th, and September 16th, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

 

Bring a mat or a towel to sit on.

 

YogaSole is a community-based wellness studio in Windsor Terrace.

From YogaSole:

Welcome to Yoga in the Garden! Join us for a relaxing session of yoga at the beautiful East 4th Street Community Garden. 

Take a break from your busy day and immerse yourself in nature while practicing yoga. This in person event is the perfect opportunity to unwind, stretch, and connect with your mind and body. 

Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, all levels are welcome. Grab your yoga mat and come join us for a rejuvenating experience in the garden! 

Location

East Fourth Street Community Garden

171 E. 4th Street

between Fort Hamilton Parkway and Caton Avenue

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn

https://eastfourthstreetgarden.tumblr.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/246036418909475

ONE CONCERT ON ONE PORCH: POP AND FOLK SING-ALONG

The Operation Gig Sing-along for All Ages will take place on Tuesday, July 21st, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 324 Westminster Road, between Cortelyou Road and Slocum Place.
 
Lloyd Miller will lead the neighborhood sing-along for all ages, featuring pop and folk music.

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Operation Gig! provides live music performances outdoors on weekends.

 

Concerts are canceled when weather conditions aren't suitable for outdoor activities. Before heading to a concert, check the Operation Gig! website to make sure it's still scheduled to take place.

  
The concert series, held on the porches of private houses in Ditmas Park since July 2020, was created in order to offer a venue for musicians to perform during the COVID-19 pandemic. The series provides them with a source of income as well as providing a safe space for neighbors to gather to enjoy live music.
 
The performances are free, but a suggested donation of $10--which goes directly to the musicians--is more than welcome. Donate either at the performance or online at the tax-deductible Operation Gig Musician Guarantee Fund page on GoFundMe.

COMMUNITY BOARD 7 ELECTION RESULTS AND INTRODUCTORY MESSAGE

From Community Board 7:

Dear Community Members, 

It is with great gratitude and excitement that we welcome you to a new year of service with Brooklyn Community Board 7. We are honored to serve as your newly elected leadership team and are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside our residents, community partners, elected officials, and city agencies to continue strengthening the neighborhoods we proudly serve. 

We look forward to listening, collaborating, and continuing the important work of addressing the concerns, ideas, and priorities that matter most to our community. 

Please join us in welcoming the 2026–2027 Community Board 7 Leadership Team:

• Chairperson: Cynthia Felix Jeffers
• First Vice Chair: Pat Ruiz
• Second Vice Chair: John DeLooper
• Secretary: Samuel Sierra
• Assistant Secretary: Jonathan Martinez
• Treasurer: Jerry Chan
• Community Engagement Officer: Melissa del Valle Ortiz
• Sergeant-at-Arms: Esteban Chavez
• Assistant Sergeant-at-Arms: Fay Walker

We would also like to express our sincere gratitude to Julio Peña III for his dedicated service and leadership as Chairperson of Community Board 7. We appreciate the time, commitment, and care he has given in serving our community and thank him for his many contributions. 

Our commitment is to strengthen our connection with residents, listen to their concerns, and work together to address the issues that impact our neighborhoods. We look forward to encouraging greater participation and ensuring that residents know their input is welcomed and valued. 

Our Community Board 7 office team is here to assist residents and help connect you with the resources and information you need. You can reach out to Maria Gonzalez, Assistant District Manager, and Natasha Cordero, Community Associate, who are available to assist with questions, concerns, and requests for information. 

You can visit our office, call, or email the Community Board 7 Office:
4201 Fourth Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11232
Email: bk07@cb.nyc.gov
Phone: (718) 854-0003
Website: nyc.gov/bkcb7  

We encourage residents to read and subscribe to our Community Board 7 newsletter, follow us on social media, and visit our website for the latest announcements, meeting information, community updates, and opportunities to participate. 

If you are not currently receiving our updates, please join our mailing list so you can receive important announcements, meeting information, community updates, and opportunities to get involved. 

We also invite you to follow Community Board 7 on social media and visit our website for the latest news, events, and information affecting our neighborhoods. 

Please save the date for our first Full Board Meeting of the new term on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Full Board Meetings will continue to be held on the third Wednesday of each month, with residents welcome to attend either in person or virtually. We look forward to welcoming residents, hearing your concerns, and working together throughout the year. 

Thank you for your continued support, partnership, and commitment to our community. It is a privilege to serve you, and we look forward to all that we will accomplish together. 

Sincerely,
Community Board 7 Leadership Team
 

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SUNDAY CONCERT CANCELED: CONCERTS ON PORCHES: THE GREAT LONG MEADOW FIRE, SIVAN ARBEL, AND FATBOY WILSON & THE RIPLEYS

 

The Sunday Fatboy Wilson and Ripley's concert is cancelled due to travel difficulties.

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From Operation Gig!

Great Long Meadow Fire Friday, July 17, 2026 · 6:00–8:00 PM 498 Rugby Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11226 The Great Long Meadow Fire blends gothic Americana, gospel blues, New Orleans jazz and swampy rock n' roll to make a dark and danceable sound.

Sivan Arbel Saturday, July 18, 2026 · 4:00–6:00 PM 121 Marlborough Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11226 Rooted in jazz and rich with global rhythms, @sivan_arbel_music invites you to awaken your body and remember our shared humanity.

Fatboy Wilson & The Ripleys Sunday, July 19, 2026 · 4:00–6:00 PM 312 Westminster Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11218 Fatboy Wilson & The Ripley's are stalwarts of the Brooklyn jug band scene and we look forward to their foot-stomping music every year.

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Operation Gig! provides live music performances outdoors on weekends.

 

Concerts are canceled when weather conditions aren't suitable for outdoor activities. Before heading to a concert, check the Operation Gig! website to make sure it's still scheduled to take place.

  
The concert series, held on the porches of private houses in Ditmas Park since July 2020, was created in order to offer a venue for musicians to perform during the COVID-19 pandemic. The series provides them with a source of income as well as providing a safe space for neighbors to gather to enjoy live music.
 
The performances are free, but a suggested donation of $10--which goes directly to the musicians--is more than welcome. Donate either at the performance or online at the tax-deductible Operation Gig Musician Guarantee Fund page on GoFundMe.

 

CELEBRATE KENSINGTON! (FREE)

 

Celebrate Kensington!

Saturday, July 25th

1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

 

Join NOCD-NY, Arts & Democracy, Kensington Cultural Council and community partners for a celebration of our neighborhood’s rich culture and the close-knit network of people who cultivate it!    Event information is posted at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrate-kensington-tickets-1993874615649.  Avenue C Plaza will feature: 1pm: Music Jam with local musicians including Yoshie Fruchter, Nilofar Jahan, Naqibul Islam, Roy Nathanson, Shai Wetzer, and Brian Drye 2:30pm: Embroidery and Storytelling with author Roohi Choudhry, Farida Ruhul and Casa Cultural, including readings from Candace Hall, Asia Begum, Nurun Nahar, Roy Nathanson, Ienna Dela Torre, and Diya Abbass 4pm: Performance with Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts (BIPA) Ongoing: Exhibitions including How to Create Kensington Culture and Bangladeshi Ladies Club’s Nakshi Kantha display Kantha and Mexican embroidery, with Farida Ruhul and Casa Cultural Youth-led Mural Making Engagement with community groups and initiatives including DRUM, Sakhi, Kensington-Windsor Terrace Mutual Aid, Windsor Terrace Food Coop, Department of City Planning South of Prospect Park Neighborhood Plan, Fifth Avenue Committee, and Mixteca Kensington Plaza with The Singing Winds presents: 2:00 - 7:00pm: Crafts Market, featuring hand-made toys and jewelry 5:30 - 7:00pm: Music on the Plaza with Kalimba Unity, Led by Kevin Nathaniel, the ensemble features kalimbas, flute and percussion. JOIN US!   photos: Shiva Muthiah and Angela Co   This event is presented by Arts & Democracy and Naturally Occurring Cultural Districts NY (NOCD-NY), in collaboration with the Kensington Cultural Council.   It is supported in part by public funds from NYC Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the New York City City Council, NYC Department of Transportation, National Endowment for the Arts, and New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.   It is also made possible by grants from Partnerships for Parks through the NYC Green Fund, Brooklyn Org, The New York Women’s Foundation, and Crafting the Future.

Locations

Avenue C Plaza

556 McDonald Avenue at Avenue C

Kensington, Brooklyn

(map) 

 

Kensington Plaza

Beverley Road

between Church Avenue and E. 2nd Street

Kensington, Brooklyn

(map)