CITI BIKE SERVICE WILL EXPAND IN KENSINGTON

 

Citi Bike will increase the number of docking stations it has in Kensington in the fall of 2025.

 

From Mayor Adams Announces Major Expansion of Citi Bike Service in Outer Boroughs as Ridership Continues to Soar:

Beginning in the fall of 2025, Citi Bike service will expand further to Norwood and Riverdale in the Bronx; to Brownsville, East New York, Kensington, and Bay Ridge in Brooklyn; and to west of Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens.

 

The expansion will add more than 250 new stations and will bring 2,900 new bikes into service, about half of which will be electric bicycles — bringing Citi Bike service to more than 900,000 additional New Yorkers.

 

When the expansion completes, there will be a Citi Bike station within a five-minute walk of more than 5.6 million New Yorkers, or 64 percent of New York City’s residential population.

A map of current Citi Bike locations is posted on the Citi Bike website at https://account.citibikenyc.com/map. On that map, you can see which streets in Kensington do or don't have Citi Bike docking stations.

COMMUNITY BOARD 7 WILL MEET THIS WEEK ONLINE AND IN PERSON (WINDSOR TERRACE, GREENWOOD HEIGHTS, SOUTH SLOPE, AND SUNSET PARK)

 

Community Board 7 Board Meeting

Wednesday, December 18th

6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

 

Community Board 7 is the liaison between New York City government agencies and the residents, business owners, and employees of Windsor Terrace, Greenwood Heights, South Slope, and Sunset Park.

 

Attendees will have two opportunities to address the board (items 6 and 14 on the agenda below). Share you concerns, questions, needs, problems, suggestions, or solutions with CB 7's board members.

  

From Community Board 7

The regular monthly board meeting of Community Board 7 will be held on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 @ 6:30 p.m. in the CB7 Meeting Room located at 4201 4th Avenue (enter on 43rd Street & 4th Avenue).

 

You can attend in person or you can register to attend virtually via Zoom. https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9b2ZjOWdTjKJDe9jLgYoqA?fbclid=IwY2xjawHNcbVleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHZFaOmQMpGUQT5TCGAAvJ6vSmtClhVFeuiQ2TzaG5QmIO0xsNeTAVQ5PMA_aem_GksAb1psz_TSbrmZbkcYpw#/registration

You can view the board meeting on the Brooklyn Community Board 7's YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcAZ1cECSeZI8iNyQDKuX5Q

Following is the proposed agenda:

1.Pledge of Allegiance

2. Roll Call

3. Opening of the meeting

4. Adoption of the agenda

5. Adoption of the minutes of the November 20, 2024 board meeting

6. Public Comment (3 minutes to speak on topics covered in the agenda)

7. Elected Officials and Representatives

8. Committee Reports – A) Education, Health & Human Services (No vote expected)

    1. NYC Smoke-Free Initiative

    2. Review of Health Issues Selection

    3. Review of Education Priorities for the NYC Council District 38

9. Roll Call

10. Chairperson’s Report

11. District Manager’s Report

12. Old Business

13. New Business

14. Public Comment (3 minutes to speak on any topic)

15. Adjournment

Location

Community Board 7

4201 4th Avenue (entrance on 43rd Street)

Sunset Park, Brooklyn

phone: (718) 854-0003

fax: (718) 436-1142

bk07 @ cb.nyc.gov

http://www1.nyc.gov/site/brooklyncb7/index.page

https://www.facebook.com/BrooklynCB7

JOB OPENING: COUNCILMEMBER HANIF'S PARK SLOPE AND WINDSOR TERRACE CONSTITUENT SERVICES LIAISON

 

From New York City Councilmember Shahana Hanif, District 39

We’re Hiring! Park Slope & Windsor Terrace Constituent Services Liaison

We’re looking for a dedicated Constituent Services Liaison to join our team and support the residents of District 39, with a particular focus on Park Slope and Windsor Terrace.

 

The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of the 39th Council District and experience in case management.

 

If you’re passionate about serving the community and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today, or please help us spread the word!

From the job description

 

The Position:

Council Member Shahana Hanif is seeking a Constituent Services Liaison to support residents in Park Slope and Windsor Terrace. This critical public-facing role involves advocating for the needs of constituents, responding to requests for assistance, and ensuring timely resolutions to issues affecting the community.

 

The Liaison will work closely with city agencies, service providers, and constituents to address and resolve concerns.

The Key Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Salary & Benefits, along with information about where to send your resume and cover letter, are included in the job description.

CHRISTMAS CHOIR CONCERT AT CHURCH OF THE HOLY APOSTLES

Christmas Choir Concert

Sunday, December 15th, 4:00 p.m.

 

From Holy Apostles

We want to invite you to our 3rd annual Christmas Choir Concert at Holy Apostles. Hear the sweet voices of our choir along with some special guests. We will be decking the halls and lighting the lights while singing holiday classics and some new songs too!

 

Sunday, December 15th at 4 pm at Church of the Holy Apostles (612 Greenwood Avenue). Fun for all ages. Admission is $10 per adult and $5 per child.

Location

The Church of the Holy Apostles
612 Greenwood Avenue
Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn
(718) 871-1615
http://www.holyapostlesbrooklyn.com

https://www.facebook.com/holyapostlesbrooklyn

 

BAKE SALE AND COAT DRIVE BY BROOKLYN SCOUTS

 

Bake Sale and Coat Drive

Sunday, December 15h

12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

 

From Brooklyn Scouts

The Brooklyn Scouts will host a bake sale and coat drive this Sunday! All proceeds benefit Scouts programming and scholarships. Coat and winter clothing donations will help support migrant families and other NYC communities in need.

 

What: Brooklyn Scouts Bake Sale + Coat Drive

When: Sunday 12/15

What time: 12:30 pm

Where: VFW, 1265 Prospect Ave., Windsor Terrace

 

Hope to see you there!

 

Anne Cole Norman

Scout leader

651 Greenwood

651st Greenwood Brooklyn Scouts is a local, independent, and volunteer-run youth scouting organization that aims to promote good citizenship, self-reliance, environmental awareness, and life skills.  

 

Location

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8160

1265 Prospect Avenue

between Greenwood Avenue and Reeve Place

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn

DINNER UNDER THE STARS AT FLATBUSH JEWISH CENTER

 

Dinner Under the Stars

Friday, December 20th, 6:00 p.m.

 

From Flatbush Jewish Center

Join us for a lively Shabbat evening service, followed by a catered Shabbat dinner! Kid friendly and vegetarian options will be available.

Date: Friday, Dec 20

Time(s):
Kabbalat Shabbat: 6 pm
Dinner: 6:45pm

Location: Flatbush Jewish Center, 327 East 5th St.

Cost: $25 adults/$30 non-member/$10 kids over 6

Register Now! (Please indicate that you are registering for Dinner Under the Stars, the number of attendees and any dietary restrictions).

Registration is required in advance to attend the dinner

• Register via Paypal, or contact the office (718-871-5200) | email [office@flatbushjewishcenter.org]
  

• When registering, please note if you have any dietary restrictions.

• Any questions? Let us know! [office@flatbushjewishcenter.org]
  

Deadline for registration is Tues. Dec 17

 

Location

Flatbush Jewish Center

327 E. 5th Street

corner of Church Avenue

Kensington, Brooklyn

phone: (718) 871-5200
fax: (718) 871-5204

office@flatbushjewishcenter.org

https://flatbushjewishcenter.org/

https://www.facebook.com/FlatbushJewishCenter

ROOTS OF SACRIFICE: MARTYRED INTELLECTUALS DAY

 

Roots of Sacrifice

Saturday, December 14th

6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

 

At this tribute to Bangladesh's martyred intellectuals, celebrate the legacy of exceptional intellectuals who have shaped Bangladesh.

 

The event is free and open to the public. It will take place on Martyred Intellectuals Day, which honors 1,111 Bangladeshi intellectuals who were killed by Pakistani military forces during the Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971. The dead had been teachers, doctors, lawyers, journalists, and other professionals.

 

Martyred Intellectuals Day is observed annually on December 14th.

 

Performers

• Global Groove: an instrumental performance by the Brooklyn Arts-funded project of virtuoso tabla player Mir Naqibul Islam.
• Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts (BIPA): This organization works to promote Bengali arts, culture, and language in New York City.
• Dinat Jahan Munni: Solo vocals by the acclaimed contemporary singer and playback artist.

 

Location

P.S. 179

202 Avenue C

between E. 2nd and E. 3rd streets

Kensington, Brooklyn

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR ON CORTELYOU ROAD

 

Holiday Craft Fair

Saturday, December 21st

11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 

A holiday craft fair at Blue Star Parlor will feature crafts, food, jewelry, home decor, vintage clothes, and more.

The fair will be held on Saturday, December 21st, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 

For more information, e-mail Toti Gaillard at totigaillard@gmail.com.

SUPPORT LOCAL INDEPENDENT 

SMALL BUSINESSES!

Location

Blue Star Parlor

1112 Cortelyou Road

between Stratford and Westminster roads

Ditmas Park, Brooklyn 

(347) 365-9035

info@bluestarparlor.nyc

https://www.bluestarparlor.com/

STUDENT-LED CLEANUP OF KENSINGTON PLAZA

Kensington Plaza Cleanup

Sunday, December 8th

1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

 

Flutura Effect is Kensington's student-led climate action team. "Flutura" means “Butterfly” in Albanian.

 

From Flutura Effect:

Climate Activists! We are forming a new team in Kensington, Brooklyn to develop campaigns, activations and collaborative events both locally and globally.

Join Flutura Effect’s first event: a neighborhood cleanup at Kensington Plaza on Sunday, December 8th from 1 - 3 pm!

We’ll provide all supplies needed + snacks, so just bring yourself

Community Service hours will be given to all students. If you have any questions you can email us at fluturaeffect@gmail.com.

 

Location

Kensington Plaza

114 Beverley Road

between E. 2nd Street and McDonald Avenue

Kensington, Brooklyn

 

BE A FRIEND OF ALBEMARLE PLAYGROUND

 

Friends of Albemarle Playground

Planning Meeting

Saturday, December 7th

10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

 

The Friends of Albemarle Playground will host a planning meeting on Saturday, December 7th, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., to talk about the stewardship of Albemarle Playground in the coming year. Join the Friends as they make plans for planting, playground maintenance, and visioning activities for a new children’s playground.

 

Meet your fellow community members, voice your ideas for new features or improvements, and learn about volunteer opportunities.

 

Help make Albemarle Playground fun and safe for everyone.

Location

P.S. 230 Lower School

425 McDonald Avenue

between Albemarle Road and Church Avenue

Kensington, Brooklyn

https://www.facebook.com/FriendsofAlbemarlePlayground

https://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/albemarle-playground 

MISSING DOG ALERT: LOST DOG LEONA HAS BEEN MISSING SINCE NOVEMBER 22ND IN KENSINGTON

 

Update, December 17th: Leona is still missing.

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From Leona's very distressed human companions. Please help spread this around.

LOST DOG missing since 11/22

in Kensington. 

 

“Leona"- Small 12-pound Jack Russell/poodle mix. Light brown/red scruffy fur with white patch on head. Very skittish and will run from you. She knows her name but won't come to you.

 

She is microchipped. She was wearing an aqua blue harness when she ran away from the Parade Ground at Prospect Park. If seen, please take pics, videos, call 917.660.4602 ASAP with location. 

 

Shelters are aware. 

 

She was seen at Abemarle/Westminster, 8th and Friel, and Coney Island Ave/Church Ave in the past week, but she could be anywhere, so please keep a look out! 

 

THANK YOU!

CALL 917.660.4602