Happy New Year!

It's already 2015 in Australia and just hours from 2015 here in Park Slope!

On behalf of the Park Slope Fifth Avenue BID, we wish you and your family a Happy New Year! Here's to a great 2015!

Oh, and check out the video, below. We were looking through our photos from 2014 and just had to share some of them. What a great year!

#theother5th

Last-Minute New Year's Eve Ideas on Fifth

Just a reminder that you don't have to leave Park Slope this New Year's Eve in order to have a great time! 5th Avenue is the place to celebrate! Here are some ideas:

Convivium Osteria
68 5th Ave (between Bergen and St Mark's)

A special New Year's Eve menu can be seen here. A four course meal with a huge choice of meat, fish and vegetable options. 
Call 718-857-1833 for additional information and reservations. 


Benchmark Restaurant
339 2nd Street (around the corner from 5th Ave)

Ring in 2015, as you feast on a decadent three course menu at Benchmark Restaurant. Guests at the 9-10 PM seating receive a complimentary glass of champagne at midnight! $80pp
Seatings - 5-6 PM, 7-8 PM and  9-10 PM
View menu or Call 718.965.7040 or click here to make a reservation.

Monro Pub
481 5th Ave (between 11th and 12th Sts)

After dinner head down to the Monro Pub and have a good British New Year's Eve with Vincent and Nicole. Free champagne toast and party favors! No cover.
More information, check out their website.

Stone Park Cafe
324 5th Ave (at 3rd St)

Special Menu for New Year's Eve. Check out their website here and make a reservation at 718 369-0082. Lobster, filet and more on the menu. 


Union Hall
702 Union St (between 6th and 7th Aves)

15 for 2015: A Flashback New Year's Eve from 10pm! Here’s your chance to finally welcome in a New Year with those songs you heard when you couldn’t (legally) drink on New Year’s Eve. Steve Reynolds (The Bell House's Party Like It’s 1999) presents 15 for 2015: A Flashback New Year's Eve, a night covering the music of 1989 to 2004. That’s right, everything from “Like a Prayer” and “Hangin’ Tough” to “Yeah!” and “Since U Been Gone” plus all those great years in between. More here.

Freddy's Bar
627 5th Ave (between 17th and 18th)

NEW YEARS EVE PARTY (NO COVER) with live funk & soul featuring CHICK RHODES THE SILVER FOX, backed by members of the Fred Thomas Trio and Jimmy Hill. Late night soul dance party. Free champagne at midnight. Starts 9pm. More information here. 


Grand Prospect Hall
263 Prospect Ave @ 5th Ave

5 Course dinner, music, dancing, light show, open bar and more! $175pp.
From 8pm until 3am. Full details here.

Bogota Latin Bistro
141 5th Avenue (near St John's Place)

11.00am - 6.45pm regular menus

Begin dinner between 7.00pm - 7.45pm
Prix Fixe 3 Course Dinner, $50pp, 2 hour limit
Begin dinner between 8.00pm - 12.00am Prix Fixe 3 Course Dinner, $60pp, 2 hour limit 12.00am - 3.00am regular menu Here for menus, reservations and more information. Oyster Bar Brooklyn, 256 5th Ave (near Carroll St) 
 Special New Year's Eve menu and seafood platters and wine at the bar.To reserve call 347-294-0596 or go online. Miriam Restaurant, 79 5th Ave (corner of Prospect Place) Celebrate with Miriam's special three course prix fixe menu $55pp. Sea Bass and duck are on the menu with plenty to choose from for appetizers and desserts; yum dark chocolate mousse. Call 718-622-2250 or book online .

Black Horse Pub
568, 5th Ave @ 16th St

Music from Ben the Beyonder, Drink Specials, Champagne Toast at 12 and more at the Black Horse Pub. No cover.

Palo Santo
652 Union St

They've begun taking reservations for New Year's Eve dinner -- it's never too early to plan for the big day! Celebrate the closing of 2014, and ring in the new year right with a wholesome meal and good company. 
Two seatings available:
▪ 5:00 pm-7:00pm -- enjoy a 3 course prix fixe menu for $55 per person
▪ 9:00 pm -- special 7 course chef's tasting menu with wine pairing and (of course!) a champagne toast at midnight for $125 per person.
Menus coming soon -- stay tuned!
You can book your reservation at 718-636-6311.

Brooklyn Porridge Co.
741 Union St

New Year's is a time of celebration, reflection and resolution. Many of us set health goals with the best intentions, and have trouble sticking to them. A heart-healthy bowl of porridge boosts the metabolism & immune system, balances blood sugar levels to prevent cravings, and fuels the body with energy, making it easier to hit the gym or avoid those sugary snacks. Nourish your body before you hit those parties, and start the New Year off right.

In support of a nutritious and healthy New Year, Brooklyn Porridge Co. is offering 2 specials:

-- 2-day New Year's special: Nourish your body before you hit those parties, and start the New Year off right. 1 free topping on ANY porridge ALL DAY New Year's Eve & New Year's Day.

-- New Year's Porridge Challenge: A bowl of porridge a day keeps the doctor away! Porridge is a delicious way to incorporate essential vitamins, minerals and fiber into your diet. Join our challenge and make a healthy New Year's resolution to have one bowl of porridge a day for 10 days. During your challenge, you get one free topping on every bowl, and the tenth bowl is free!

The Other 5th on Instagram

In case you missed it, the Park Slope Fifth Avenue Business Improvement District recently joined Instagram and they've been snapping away, capturing all there is to offer on The Avenue. You can find the account at theother5th.

Also, don't miss the BID on Twitter (@parkslope5thave) and Facebook. If you can, please use the hashtag #theother5th for all your 5th Avenue posts!

Merry Christmas!

5TH AVENUE TREE LIGHTING from HeartBeatNY on Vimeo.


On behalf of the merchants and property owners of Park Slope's Fifth Avenue and the Park Slope Fifth Avenue BID, we hope you have a very, Merry Christmas!

Check out this little video that Park Slope film maker Snorri Sturluson made of our tree lighting ceremony! You can see more of his work at Snorriman.com. We hope to work with him again in the near future.

Merry Christmas Eve!

Okay, Park Slope, it's your last chance to eat, drink and shop small before Christmas. Come on down and bring an umbrella!

New Year's Fun on Fifth

You don't have to leave Park Slope this New Year's Eve! 5th Avenue is where to celebrate!

Palo Santo
652 Union St

They've begun taking reservations for New Year's Eve dinner -- it's never too early to plan for the big day! Celebrate the closing of 2014, and ring in the new year right with a wholesome meal and good company. 
Two seatings available:
▪ 5:00 pm-7:00pm -- enjoy a 3 course prix fixe menu for $55 per person
▪ 9:00 pm -- special 7 course chef's tasting menu with wine pairing and (of course!) a champagne toast at midnight for $125 per person.
Menus coming soon -- stay tuned!
You can book your reservation at 718-636-6311.

Convivium Osteria
68 5th Ave (between Bergen and St Mark's)

A special New Year's Eve menu can be seen here. A four course meal with a huge choice of meat, fish and vegetable options. 
Call 718-857-1833 for additional information and reservations. 


Benchmark Restaurant
339 2nd Street (around the corner from 5th Ave)

Ring in 2015, as you feast on a decadent three course menu at Benchmark Restaurant. Guests at the 9-10 PM seating receive a complimentary glass of champagne at midnight! $80pp
Seatings - 5-6 PM, 7-8 PM and  9-10 PM
View menu or Call 718.965.7040 or click here to make a reservation.

Monro Pub
481 5th Ave (between 11th and 12th Sts)

After dinner head down to the Monro Pub and have a good British New Year's Eve with Vincent and Nicole. Free champagne toast and party favors! No cover.
More information, check out their website.

Stone Park Cafe
324 5th Ave (at 3rd St)

Special Menu for New Year's Eve. Check out their website here and make a reservation at 718 369-0082. Lobster, filet and more on the menu. 


Union Hall
702 Union St (between 6th and 7th Aves)

15 for 2015: A Flashback New Year's Eve from 10pm! Here’s your chance to finally welcome in a New Year with those songs you heard when you couldn’t (legally) drink on New Year’s Eve. Steve Reynolds (The Bell House's Party Like It’s 1999) presents 15 for 2015: A Flashback New Year's Eve, a night covering the music of 1989 to 2004. That’s right, everything from “Like a Prayer” and “Hangin’ Tough” to “Yeah!” and “Since U Been Gone” plus all those great years in between. More here.

Freddy's Bar
627 5th Ave (between 17th and 18th)

NEW YEARS EVE PARTY (NO COVER) with live funk & soul featuring CHICK RHODES THE SILVER FOX, backed by members of the Fred Thomas Trio and Jimmy Hill. Late night soul dance party. Free champagne at midnight. Starts 9pm. More information here. 


Grand Prospect Hall
263 Prospect Ave @ 5th Ave

5 Course dinner, music, dancing, light show, open bar and more! $175pp.
From 8pm until 3am. Full details here.

Bogota Latin Bistro
141 5th Avenue (near St John's Place)

11.00am - 6.45pm regular menus

Begin dinner between 7.00pm - 7.45pm
Prix Fixe 3 Course Dinner, $50pp, 2 hour limit
Begin dinner between 8.00pm - 12.00am Prix Fixe 3 Course Dinner, $60pp, 2 hour limit 12.00am - 3.00am regular menu Here for menus, reservations and more information. Oyster Bar Brooklyn, 256 5th Ave (near Carroll St) 
 Special New Year's Eve menu and seafood platters and wine at the bar.To reserve call 347-294-0596 or go online. Miriam Restaurant, 79 5th Ave (corner of Prospect Place) Celebrate with Miriam's special three course prix fixe menu $55pp. Sea Bass and duck are on the menu with plenty to choose from for appetizers and desserts; yum dark chocolate mousse. Call 718-622-2250 or book online .

Black Horse Pub
568, 5th Ave @ 16th St

Music from Ben the Beyonder, Drink Specials, Champagne Toast at 12 and more at the Black Horse Pub. No cover.

Celebrating 19 with Tabeel

This December, Tabeel threw a party celebrating her 19 years on 5th Avenue. In true Tabeel style she brought her customers, friends and community together to celebrate with drinks and food, but it was also an opportunity to discuss the changes in the community over the past 19 years and what's to come.

Tabeel organizing trips overseas for her customers

Go into Tabeel's store, located in the north end of the Business Improvement District (BID), you won't just see a beautiful array of jewelry, candles and gifts, but

a group of customers in the salon. It's an inviting place where customers all chat with each other and there is an air of family and warmth. There is always time to talk with customers and friends even though the store and salon always seem to be bustling with life and energy.

Fashion Show at the North Summer Strolls

Tabeel originally had a spa in the basement and a salon in the back. Someone else was going to run the gift store, but that didn't happen so she took up the challenge and well, 19 years later you can see for yourself, she is a success and loved in our community. She does it all!

I have been into Tabeel many times and knew she was an adventurous traveller, but just found out that she takes many of her customers on trips all over the world. They have been to India, Ethopia and Nepal. The next trip is planned for Vietnam.

Salon Talents

Fashion Show at North Slope Summer Strolls

Tabeel and her team have been an immense support to the BID. This past August she ran the Fashion Show at the North Summer Strolls (showcasing her own clothes which can be purchased on her website), she has a huge box in her store collecting Toys for Tots and donated cookies for this year's Holiday Tree Lighting and Small Business Saturday celebrations, amongst many other community events.

We thank Tabeel and wish her another 19 years on #theother5th. Here is a short video that we did for Tabeel last Festive season showcasing some of her gifts in store. You can also go online and purchase clothes and gifts and book an appointment for her salon.

Tabeel's Aromatherapy Gifts and Salon
76 5th Avenue between St Mark's and
Warren St, Park Slope.

Joanna Tallantire

Shop Local

News Round-Up

A Peek Inside Bricolage: Opening Soon in Brooklyn Fish Camp Space [Here's Park Slope]

Where to Donate Toys Around Park Slope [Park Slope Stoop]

Goodbye Gross Old Payphone Stalls, Hello New and Soon-to-Be Gross Wi-Fi Kiosks [FIPS]

Barclays Fixture Who Danced Court-Side Dies [Brooklyn Paper]

And remember, Santa and our Carolers will be returning again this Saturday, December 20th. Starting at 1:30 pm, Santa will travel south from 3rd Street to 18th Street, spreading holiday cheer. Then, he'll stop at Du Jour Bakery (365 5th Avenue) from 3:30 - 5:00 for pictures! Carolers will stroll the entire Avenue between 2:30 and 5:00. 

See you on #theother5th !

Santa Coming on Sunday, As Well!

ALERT! It looks like Santa will be making one more visit to the area this weekend! We sure are lucky!

On Sunday, December 21st from 4-6 pm, he'll be making a stop at Pitas and Sticks (321 9th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues). Drop by for photos and don't forget to try their amazing Greek Food!

Also, remember that Santa and carolers will be walking 5th Avenue on Saturday. Details here.

Attention New Moms!

Hey new moms, our friends at the Fifth Avenue NY Kids Club are offering a special package just for you!

- A full semester of their Infant Milestones class (ages 2-5 months)

- 10 Open Play passes (5 months and up)

- Five parenting workshops

It's only $499, a savings of $175!

Interested? Call 718-857-0700 or visit them at 125 5th Avenue for more information!

Santa Claus is Coming to Town (again)

We hope you got to enjoy Santa and our Carolers on Saturday. If you missed them, here are some photos we took, in between distributing candy canes. 

Don't worry because they will be returning again this Saturday, December 20th. Starting at 1:30 pm, Santa will travel south from 3rd Street to 18th Street, spreading holiday cheer. Then, he'll stop at Du Jour Bakery (365 5th Avenue) from 3:30 - 5:00 for pictures! Carolers will stroll the entire Avenue between 2:30 and 5:00. 

See you on #theother5th !

Peruvian Picante Restaurant Week

Do you love Peruvian Food? Or, have you never tried Peruvian Food and you are  ready to try it? You are definitely in luck this month!

The Trade Commission of Peru in New York and LatinLover Food and Travel Magazine are sponsoring Peruvian Picante Restaurant Week in New York;  Monday December 8th thru Friday December 19th (more like 10 days, really) during which eight of the best Peruvian restaurants in New York City will showcase a Prix-Fixe Dinner Menu. Park Slope's Fifth Avenue is lucky to host two of these great, participating restaurants:

Cocoroco (392 5th Avenue)

Surfish (351 5th Avenue)

For more details, click here  !

News Round-Up

Santa and Carolers are coming to town tomorrow afternoon! For details, click here.

Tea Lounge to Close December 14 [Here's Park Slope]

Miti Miti Taperia to Open This Month [Park Slope Stoop]

Whew to Find a Christmas Tree in the South Slope [South Slope News]

Garner protesters greet royals at Barclays Center [Brooklyn Paper]

Holiday Projections at Freddys

The holiday projections have returned to the South Slope. Look south starting around 10th or 11th Street and you may see the following strange, yet festive films projected at the top of Freddy's Bar. They were created by Freddy's co-owner Donald O'Finn and you can see more of his work inside, so drop by for a drink!

Christmas at Freddy's Bar with South Slope Santa and his little drunken elves.

It is a Backwards Wonderful life, Half Color Half Black and White. By Donald O'Finn

Santa Claus is Coming to Town!

Santa Claus is a generous soul and he always seems to find time to drop by Park Slope's Fifth Avenue before traveling the world on Christmas Eve!

In fact, he'll make his first stop of the season this Saturday, December 13th! Starting at around 1:30, he'll be walking around the northern end of the BID (3rd Street - Dean Street), stopping at shops, spreading cheer and giving out candy canes. Then, at 3:30 pm,  he'll make a stop at LuLu's for Baby (44 5th Avenue) for pictures.

Also, don't miss out amazing strolling carolers from Opera on Tap! They'll be walking the avenue all afternoon long.

If you don't catch him, don't worry because Santa will return again on December 20th!

Merchant Mixer - Brooklyn Hearth Realty

Hey Fifth Avenue (or 9th Street or Union Street) Merchants, our friends at Brooklyn Hearth Realty have invited their neighbors (this means you) to a little mixer in their North Slope Office (near the Barclays Center).

TONIGHT! Tuesday, December 9th at 7pm
Brooklyn Hearth
43 Fifth Avenue (Near Dean Street)
RAIN OR SHINE (likely rain)

We hope to see you and/or your staff tonight night for a little holiday cheer!

A Royal Night at Barclays

Tonight is all about royalty at the Barclays Center.

Of course, LeBron James, NBA royalty, will be playing the Nets tonight at 7:30 pm. We truly hope that the Nets play better than they did against the Atlanta Hawks on Friday because they were  AWFUL. Just...plain...awful.

Anyway, joining them in the crowd will be none other than the Duke and Dutchess of Cambridge, William and Kate! Actual royalty! They are making the stop as part of their trip this week to New York City.

Of course, we urge the royal couple to bring Lebron down to Fifth Avenue for a post-game pint and a bite to eat. As tourists, they should know that #theother5th is the place to be!

Photo via The Guardian

News Round-Up

Don't forget to pick up our Shop Local, Eat Local and Drink Local buttons at stores, bars and restaurants along the avenue, starting today! Wear them with #theother5th pride!

Some local coverage of the tree lighting!
Fifth Avenue BID welcomes holidays to Park Slope [Brooklyn Downtown Star]

Great national coverage of Small Business Saturday on Fifth!
Local Stores Get a Boost From Small Business Saturday Sales [Fox News]

Photo of the Day: A Chill Along 5th Avenue [South Slope News]

Chip Shop and Corner Burger to Close [Park Slope Stoop]

Hey Lazy Asses You Can Get Your Christmas Tree Delivered [FIPS]

Uncover rare and vintage titles at this Park Slope book fair [Brooklyn Paper]

Santa and Carolers Visit Fifth This Month

Fifth Avenue is the place to be this holiday season to #shopsmall. On December 13th and 20th, the avenue will be filled with music from carolers and Santa will take a walk along the avenue spreading joy (and candy canes).

He'll also make stops for photos and treats:

December 13th: LuLu's for Baby, 44 5th Avenue, 3:30-5:00 pm

December 20th: Du Jour Bakery, 365 5th Avenue, 3:30-5:00 pm

We'll see you there!

This Weekend: Brooklyn Holiday Book Fair

This Saturday, December 6 from 11 am – 5 pm, drop by The Old Stone House for the Third Annual Brooklyn Holiday Book Fair, featuring rare, vintage and out-of-print books from independent booksellers all over Brooklyn. Get to know your local booksellers, jump-start your holiday shopping, and be surprised by books you didn’t even know you wanted!

Featuring:

12 PM Cara Schlesinger of Brooklyn’s Faenwyl Bindery will be offering handmade journals and custom boxes, and running a hands-on demonstration of two easy origami book structures.

2 PM Maira Kalman will be on hand to sign her new book, My Favorite Things, a pictorial and narrative exploration of the significance of special objects, and the ideal holiday gift for a collector.

Plus book merchants like: Brooklyn Books, Enchanted Books, Freebird Books & Goods, Honey & Wax Booksellers, Joe Maynard, Open Air Modern, P.S. Bookshop, Singularity & Co., Terrace Books, and Tom Davidson.

Complimentary Wine Tastings at Grand Central Oyster Bar Brooklyn

Good news, wine lovers, the Grand Central Oyster Bar Brooklyn (256 5th Avenue) is going to be hosting a series of wine tastings on Wednesday and Thursday nights this month. Starting THIS Wednesday, December 3rd, diners will receive a complimentary tasting and bottles from the select winemaker of the night will be offered at half price in the dining room for the rest of the evening. This sounds like the perfect way to cap off a little shopping on Fifth!

Wednesdays and Thursdays – 6-8pm

12/3 – Mezzacorona Pinot Noir and Hugues Beaulieu Picpoul
12/4 – J Lohr Chardonnay
12/10 – ReMidas Soave and Feudi Falaghina
12/11 – Castillo Prelada Cava
12/17 – Mezzacorona Pinot Grigio
12/18 – Gotham Project Riesling and Elki Sauvignon Blanc

Thank You!

We want to give a big thanks to everyone who came out to Fifth Avenue on Saturday to shop small and to everyone who braved the cold weather for our tree lighting ceremony. The tree lighting event was our biggest yet! The NYPD estimated that we had 750 in attendance! Check out the photos on Flickr.

We also had news coverage all day by Channel 7 and 5. Here is a link to the Channel 7 coverage of the big day, with lots of love for Park Slope's Fifth Avenue and here is a live video on Fox News from Annie's Blue Ribbon General Store!

Stay tuned for the schedule of Santa's visits to 5th this month!