Park Slope Civic Council

Sustainability Committee Meeting
2012-09-24 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | To Be Determined, Brooklyn, NY, United States
The Sustainability Committee advocates for responsible use of natural resources in our community and promote better practices for the environment. Come to our next meeting or click here to learn more about what we do.

Meeting: 'Friends Group' for Park Slope Library
2012-09-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Brooklyn Public Library, Park Slope Branch, 431 Sixth Ave. between Eighth and Ninth Streets, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
Want to become more involved at the Park Slope Library?
Join us to discuss forming a “Friends Group” for the Park Slope Library, reopening Sept. 13!
Some of the things a “Friends Group” could do include:

Raise awareness and enthusiasm about the local library
Promote the library’s resources and programs
Keep local officials aware of the library’s importance
Raise funds to enhance local library service

For more information, contact Catherine Zinnel at Councilmember Lander’s District Office, 718.499.1090 or czinnel@council.nyc.gov.
Read more about the library here.

Civic Council's Fall Kickoff Board Meeting and Reception
2012-09-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Old Stone House, 336 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
Learn more about the Park Slope Civic Council at our Fall kickoff board meeting and reception.

Meet the Civic Council’s trustees!
Schmooze with your neighbors!
Share your ideas for a better Park Slope!
Learn more about our committees!
Find out how you can become an active participant in your community!

Wine and refreshments will be served.
Space is limited, so please RSVP by Friday, August 31, to newmembers@parkslopeciviccouncil.org.

Barclays Center Neighborhood Protection Meeting
2012-09-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Iglesia Latina Evengelica, 506 Bergen St. (between Sixth and Carlton Avenues), Brooklyn, NY, United States
Join Ashley Cotton and Jane Marshall of Forest City Ratner in a discussion about protecting the quality of life of those living and working near Barclays Center once it opens. Issues include crowd control, safety, clean streets and sidewalks, traffic, and parking. Bring your questions and concerns.
You can download the proposed Neighborhood Protection Plan sponsored by local elected officials and civic groups representing areas surrounding Barclays Center from the Atlantic Yards Watch website.
Sponsored by:
Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council
Park Slope Civic Council
Boerum Hill Association

Forth on Fourth Avenue Committee Meeting: Agenda Available
2012-08-14 07:45 - 08:45 | Fifth Avenue Committee office, 621 Degraw Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
The FORTHonFourth Avenue Committee is a group committed to promoting the interests of Fourth Avenue.
The agenda is as follows:
I. Introductions
II. Updates on Borough President Task Force Meetings/ Letters to Parks/partner activity
III. Tree Guard update
a.) Design update
b.) Selection of work date
IV. Update on GreenSpace activity in Sackett Street lot
IV. Report on status of Church of the Redeemer
a.) Status of organizing
b) Future FOFA involvement
c) Related preservation work
1. Status of library building
2. Walking review of 4th near Times Plaza
V. Review of Task Status on FOFA planning calendar
a.) Boerum Hill Assoc Grant (Deadline October 20th)
b.) Brad Lander Community Budgeting Initiative (Community Meetings start Sept/Oct) http://bradlander.com/PB
VI. New Business
Read more about this very active committee here.
