When Irene LoRe opened the restaurant Aunt Suzie’s almost three decades ago on Fifth Avenue, the street was not nearly as fashionable as it is today
Looking Back at 25 Years of Nourishing Park Slope Read More »
The new commanding officer for the 78th Precinct, efforts to expand the Park Slope Historic District, and more.
In Brief: 78th Precinct, Historic District, Meetings Read More »
Last year was a rough one for businesses across the country. So how did Park Slope’s small businesses and commercial districts fare in 2011? And what can we expect in the year to come?
The State of Shopping Local Read More »
One of the most appealing aspects of living in Park Slope is the strong sense of community that exists here — not only among residents but also between residents and our local stores. Mitchell Szpicek of Little Things discusses how to strengthen those connections.
Strong Bonds, Strong Local Business Read More »
Brighten the holidays for a needy child by donating a toy or book to the Park Slope Civic Council’s 17th
With Your Help, A Brighter Holiday for Children in Need Read More »
The Civic Council’s twice-yearly Civic Sweeps are a success at making Park Slope shine, thanks to the many volunteers from our community. This year’s Fall Civic Sweep, held on Oct. 16, was certainly no exception.
A Successful Sweep, a Sustainable Slope Read More »
Goblins, ghouls, and ghastly zombies were as abundant as ever at this year’s Park Slope Civic Council Children’s Halloween Parade, with a rather large turnout of costumed marchers and viewers for a Monday night.
Fun and ‘Frights’ at the Halloween Parade Read More »
Five years ago, I became chair of the Civic Council’s Scholarship for Community Service Committee. The role offered me the special opportunity to work again with our public-school students, stepping away from my current career as a psychologist and returning to my first 25 years as a school guidance counselor.
Helping Students Succeed Read More »
The annual Park Slope Civic Council Halloween Parade is set for Mon., Oct. 31, which means you have an entire
Scaring Up Halloween Fun in BOOklyn! Read More »
There’s more to the Civic Council’s work than just the initiatives approved by our trustees and members. Every year, we also provide up to $10,000 in grants to local nonprofits and noncommercial organizations that have an impact on the quality of life in our neighborhood.
Granting Local ‘Wishes’ Read More »