"MUFASA: THE LION KING" SHOWING AT ST. ROSE OF LIMA ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

Mufasa: The Lion King

Sunday, June 1st

11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (times are approximate) 

 

From  St. Rose of Lima Roman Catholic Church:

Get ready for a fun day! St. Rose/Santa Rosa Church of Lima invites all families to our special Family Movie Day on Sunday, June 1, 2025!

 

Join us after the 10 AM Mass for a screening of the Mufasa Film! It's going to be an amazing day for all.

 

Admission is only $2.00, and funds raised will go towards organizing more activities for children. We will have popcorn, cotton candy, hot dogs, juice, soda and more goodies available!

 

Don't miss this fantastic family event!. See you there!

Location

St. Rose of Lima Roman Catholic Church

269 Parkville Avenue

between Ocean Parkway and E. 8th Street

Parkville, Brooklyn (just below Kensington)

 

phone: (718) 434-8040

e-mail: https://stroseoflimabkln@aol.com

https://stroseoflimabrooklyn.org/ 

https://www.facebook.com/SRLimaBk

 

FAMILY CONCERT AT AVENUE C PLAZA: LIVE MUSIC AND DANCE (FREE)

The Family Concert

Sunday, June 15th

2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

 

From Arts & Democracy:

Join us at Avenue C Plaza, 557 McDonald Ave to celebrate creativity in our community!

Featuring music and dance from Brooklyn Porch Music's The Multigenerational Playing for the Light Big Band; Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts (BIPA); Students from the Tomas Rodriguez Guitar Studio; Singing Winds Dance with Ballet Folklórico Mariposas, Shapla and Azerbaijani Dance; and Youth Tecuanes Dance with Casa Cultural.

RSVPs appreciated, though not required:

JOIN US!

 

This event is supported in part by public funds from NYC Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, NYC Department of Transportation, and Partnerships for Parks through the NYC Green Fund. Thank you to City Councilmember Shahana Hanif for your support.

 

The Family Concert is a collaboration with Arts & Democracy, ArtBuilt, Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts (BIPA), Casa Cultural, The Singing Winds, NOCD-NY, and Kensington Cultural Council.

Location

Avenue C Plaza

556 McDonald Avenue

at Avenue C

Kensington, Brooklyn

THE GREAT IRISH FAIR OF NEW YORK WILL BE HOSTED IN WINDSOR TERRACE BY HOLY NAME OF JESUS PARISH

 

44th Annual Great Irish Fair of New York

Saturday, September 13th

 

The Great Irish Fair of New York, billed as "New York City’s largest, longest running, and most popular Irish Music Festival," will again be held in Windsor Terrace, in the outside areas of Holy Name of Jesus  Parish.

 

Mass will be held in Holy Name, followed by the family-friendly fair. 

 

No other details have been announced yet. 

 

Location

Holy Name of Jesus Church

245 Prospect Park West at Prospect Avenue

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn

https://holynamebrooklyn.com/ 

 

CRAFT CIRCLE WILL MEET AT BLUE STAR PARLOR

 The Craft Circle

Saturday, May 31st

3:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

 

From The Craft Circle:

Time Flies! It’s been more than a year that I met with Shayne Zaslow at Bad Therapy. He’s a master knitter, among many other things, and offered to help me start knitting again after putting down the needles for many years.

 

It was so relaxing and pleasant to knit and hang out that we decided to meet again and invite others. And it grew into an all around crafts group. 

 

So come and hang out with us this Saturday as we are into our second year. We hope to meet at Blue Star Parlor at 3 p.m. Please message me or text or call at 917-847-8330 to confirm place!! Hope to see you there! 

The Craft Circle is a free, informal meetup where neighbors knit and crochet together or work on other crafts. Bring what you're already working on or learn a new craft.

 

The get-together is for all skill levels, and learners are welcome.

 

Location

Blue Star Parlor

1112 Cortelyou Road

between Stratford and Westminster roads

Ditmas Park, Brooklyn

(347) 365-9035

https://www.bluestarparlor.com/

https://www.facebook.com/BlueStarParlor 

https://www.instagram.com/bluestarparlor/

SALSA ON THE PLAZA (FREE)

 

Salsa on the Plaza

Saturday, May 31st

June 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th

noon to 1:00 p.m. 

 

A free salsa dance class will be offered in Kensington Plaza. The Singing Winds will offer the class on five Saturdays: May 31st and June 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th, from noon to 1:00 p.m.

 

People of all ages are welcome to participate.

 

Location 

Kensington Plaza

114 Beverley Road

between E. 2nd Street and McDonald Avenue

Kensington, Brooklyn

(map)

 

TENNIS CENTER IN PROSPECT PARK COULD PERMANENTLY LOSE ACCESS TO SUNSHINE AND FRESH AIR

 

Petition to Stop Permanent BUBBLE-Prospect Park Tennis Courts

Hello neighbors,

There is something afoot at Prospect Park and the TENNIS CENTER that nobody seems to know about.

You've probably seen the two big white Bubbles over the tennis courts for the winter season. 

 

The Prospect Park Alliance is now planning on covering both tennis courts with the big ugly white bubble YEAR ROUND! This would potentially start in October 2025.

The major issues are:

1. The emotional impact - most of us look forward to being outside in the sunshine and feeling connected to nature, the park and each other.

2. The aesthetic impact - it's a huge eyesore, it blocks the visual flow of the neighborhood, and blocks the Parade Grounds from the main park. 

3. Environmental impact - they'll have to heat it in the winter and use air conditioning in the summer. This, at a time when the city is going to start fining co-ops and other buildings for not reducing their carbon footprint!

4. Concerns that this Public park will eventually become a private, for-pay tennis center that people are not going to be able to afford and enjoy.

For as long as I can remember, the tennis courts at Prospect Park have been a haven for tennis enthusiasts like myself. They have served as a vibrant community hub where players of all levels come together to enjoy the fresh air and natural beauty of Brooklyn, NY.

 

However, the Prospect Park Alliance is planning something that threatens our cherished outdoor experience—a permanent structure over the tennis courts.

Please sign this petition we’ve started on Change.org, Stop the Bubble Protest Page, or visit the page for more info.

 

We are hoping to have updates as we continue to communicate with the Alliance. We’ll share any new information on the sites on which we’ve currently posted and on the petition site itself.

Thanks for your support and kind regards,

Joey Douglas

YOGA IN THE GARDEN (FREE)

 

  

Yoga in the Garden

 Sunday, June 15th

4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 

Join Sunee LaClaire, owner of YogaSole, for a free "Yoga in the Garden" class on Sunday, June 15th, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 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! 

Reserve a spot for the free event on Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/yoga-in-the-garden-tickets-1378806540479?aff=oddtdtcreator.

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

 

SOUND BATH IN THE GARDEN (FREE)

South Bath in the Garden

Friday, June 13th

6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

 

YogaSole, a community-based wellness studio in Windsor Terrace, will present a free "Sound Bath in the Garden," with Steph Thompson of Sacred Bloom Tribe, on Friday, June 13th, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Steph Thompson is a certified Mindfulness Trainer and a graduate of the Open Center’s Integrative Sound & Music Institute Certificate Program.

Register for the free event at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sound-bath-in-the-garden-tickets-1378792127369.

From YogaSole:

"Come join us for a relaxing sound bath experience at the East 4th Street Community Garden! Immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of crystal singing bowls and gentle chimes as you unwind and rejuvenate in the midst of nature. Let the harmonious vibrations wash over you and bring peace to your mind, body, and soul. 

This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and connect with yourself in a serene outdoor setting. Don't miss out on this unique and healing experience!

Bring a mat or a blanket so that you can lay out and be relaxed. Feel free to bring a pillow as well."

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 

SUMMER AT AVENUE C PLAZA BEGINS

 

From ArtBuilt Mobile Studio

Summer at Avenue C Plaza begins! 

Join ArtBuilt Mobile Studio and community partners for Kensington Culture programming in June, starting with their Summer Program Launch this Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts (BIPA). 

A series of weekly dance, embroidery, language, music, and art activities also begin next week. Be on the lookout for the month's calendar soon! 

See the Kensington Culture website for upcoming community events at Avenue C Plaza, Kensington Plaza, and neighborhood playgrounds, schools, and more.

Location

Avenue C Plaza

556 McDonald Avenue at Avenue C

Kensington, Brooklyn

(map)

THREE OPERATION GIG! PORCH CONCERTS: MOMENTUM, LA TRIBU, SLOW TIGER

 

From Operation Gig!

 

Momentum

Friday, May 30th

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

 

''Momentum is a New York based collective united by the joy and freedom of jazz communicated through the sounds that pulse along the airwaves of today and tomorrow. Their sound is mystic, kinetic, clear and deep - uplifting and inspiring its listeners."
328 Marlborough Road

 

La Tribu

Saturday, May 31st

4:00 p.m. to 6:00  p.m.

Ditmas Park's very own local collective of South American musicians have been cooking up latin jazz at Bad Therapy for the last year and now we bring 'em out to the denizens of the daylight.

444 E. 17th Street 

Slow Tiger

Sunday, June 1st

4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

 

"Slow Tiger is a collective jazz group with a penchant for emotive melodies that range from the earthy to the atmospheric and even to the stratospheric."
189 Argyle Road 

 

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Operation Gig! concerts sometimes get canceled because of weather conditions that aren't suitable for outdoor activities. Before you go to the concert, check the Operation Gig! website or Facebook page to see if it's been canceled.
 
Operation Gig! provides live music performances outdoors on weekends.
 
The series, held on the porches of private houses in Ditmas Park, started in July 2020 in order to offer a venue where musicians could perform during the pandemic. This provides them with a source of income and provides a safe space for people to gather to enjoy live music.
 
Although the performances are free, the suggested $10 donation to the musicians is more than welcome. Donate either at the performance itself or to the tax-deductible Operation Gig Musician Guarantee Fund on GoFundMe.
 
Operation Gig! t-shirts can be purchased here; the proceeds go to the Operation Gig Musician Guarantee Fund.

COMMUNITY BOARD 12 MONTHLY PUBLIC MEETING FOR MAY WILL BE HELD TOMORROW NIGHT

                                                    

Community Board 12 Public Meeting

Tuesday, May 27th

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 

 

Community Board 12 (CB 12) will holds its monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 27th, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public.

Agenda for the May meeting:

 

The all-volunteer board is the liaison between city agencies and the residents of Borough Park, most of Kensington, and parts of Sunset Park and Midwood.

 

The CB 12 board normally meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month from September through June, in person and on Zoom.

 

The in-person location for tomorrow's meeting is the CB 12 office.

 

To attend on Zoom, go to https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86040079931.

To speak at the public hearing (formerly called "public session"), either in person or on Zoom, go to https://forms.gle/8izAHJDN4KsStNtg7 and fill out and submit the form.

 

Community Board members are appointed by the neighborhood's city council members and the borough president. All New York City residents who are at least sixteen years old and who live, work, attend school, own a business, or have a significant business interest in a community can serve on a community board.

Meeting Location

Community Board 12 Office

5910 13th Avenue

Borough Park, Brooklyn 

(map)

 

phone: (718) 851-0800

fax: (718) 851-4140

bk12@cb.nyc.gov

https://www.nyc.gov/site/brooklyncb12/index.page

https://www.facebook.com/BkCB12

Chairperson: Yidel Perlstein

District Manager: Barry Spitzer

AVENUE C PLAZA FREE SUMMER PROGRAMMING STARTS ON JUNE 1ST

From ArtBuilt Mobile Studio:

Summer at Avenue C Plaza starts next weekend! Join ArtBuilt Mobile Studio and community partners in June for free programming, including arts workshops, plants and composting, a concert, kite flying, dance and language classes, games, and more!

See Kensington Culture for community events at Avenue C Plaza, Kensington Plaza, playgrounds, schools, and more.

Location

Avenue C Plaza

556 McDonald Avenue at Avenue C

Kensington, Brooklyn

(map) 

https://www.facebook.com/avecplaza 

BIKE DAY IN PROSPECT PARK: A COMMUNITY DAY OF CYCLING (FREE)

Bike Day in Prospect Park

Saturday, May 31st

2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 

Bike Day in Prospect Park, a community day of cycling, promotes safer streets and stronger community connections.

Prospect Park Alliance has organized Bike Day for Saturday, May 31st, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Featured activities and education materials will include

• Children’s bicycle helmet and bike light giveaways, while supplies last
• Bike infrastructure conversations
• Cyclist protocol and safety conversations
• Free minor bicycle repairs
• NYC bicycle maps
• Delivery worker support and protocol
• Children’s bike-related projects
• Adult Group Rides (registration required)
• Children’s Learn-to-Ride workshop (registration required)
• Navigating different kinds of cyclists

Sign up at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bike-day-in-prospect-park-tickets-1349172995749 for

• General Registration
• "Rules of the Road" class on Zoom on Wednesday, May 28th, for adults and mature teens
• Children’s Learn-to-Ride Workshop
• Adult Group Rides

Location

Bartel-Pritchard Square entrance to Prospect Park

Prospect Park West at 15th Street

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn 

(map)

FREEDOM FRIDAYS: KEEP AMERICA FREE

From Julie Peppito of Freedom Fridays:

FREEDOM FRIDAYS is a weekly community action to keep America free and share hope. Julie Peppito brings signs every week, so you can just show up, but you are also welcome to bring your own signs. 

Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.  (stay as long as you like)

Location: the intersection of Ocean Parkway & Church Ave. in Kensington, Brooklyn. We meet on the NE corner to begin with but then stand on both corners and in the median. 

Who: Everyone is welcome!

To be added to the FREEDOM FRIDAY Google Group and be notified about changes and reminders, send an e-mail to Julie at peppitoartworkshop@gmail.com.

OPERATION GIG! PORCH CONCERT: OG BLUEGRASS SESH WITH MELODY, CHRISTIAN, AND ERIK

 

OG Bluegrass Sesh with

Melody, Christian, and Erik 

Saturday, May 24th 

4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

 

From Operation Gig!:

The OG Bluegrass sesh is BACK! With our fearless leader Melody Allegra and her stalwarts Christian Apuzzo and Erik Alvar

Melody Allegra on fiddle, Erik Alvar on bass, and Christian Apuzzo on guitar 

 

Location
1423 Albemarle Road

between Marlborough and Rugby roads

Ditmas Park

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Operation Gig! concerts sometimes get canceled because of weather conditions that aren't suitable for outdoor activities. Before you go to the concert, check the Operation Gig! website or Facebook page to see if it's been canceled.
 
Operation Gig! provides live music performances outdoors on weekends.
 
The series, held on the porches of private houses in Ditmas Park, started in July 2020 in order to offer a venue where musicians could perform during the pandemic. This provides them with a source of income and provides a safe space for people to gather to enjoy live music.
 
Although the performances are free, the suggested $10 donation to the musicians is more than welcome. Donate either at the performance itself or to the tax-deductible Operation Gig Musician Guarantee Fund on GoFundMe.
 
Operation Gig! t-shirts can be purchased here; the proceeds go to the Operation Gig Musician Guarantee Fund.

 

OPERATION GIG! PORCH CONCERT: THE 41 PLAYERS

 

The 41 Players
Sunday, May 25th
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

From Operation Gig!:

We used to hear the 41 Players rock the room at Bar Chord and have always wanted them to play OG. They play "the music of New Orleans from Louis Armstrong to Dr John, and everything else in between" and they do it REALLY well!!!!

Location
460 E. 18th Street

between Dorchester Road and Ditmas Avenue

Ditmas Park

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Operation Gig! concerts sometimes get canceled because of weather conditions that aren't suitable for outdoor activities. Before you go to the concert, check the Operation Gig! website or Facebook page to see if it's been canceled.
 
Operation Gig! provides live music performances outdoors on weekends.
 
The series, held on the porches of private houses in Ditmas Park, started in July 2020 in order to offer a venue where musicians could perform during the pandemic. This provides them with a source of income and provides a safe space for people to gather to enjoy live music.
 
Although the performances are free, the suggested $10 donation to the musicians is more than welcome. Donate either at the performance itself or to the tax-deductible Operation Gig Musician Guarantee Fund on GoFundMe.
 
Operation Gig! t-shirts can be purchased here; the proceeds go to the Operation Gig Musician Guarantee Fund.