Tuesday, May 31, 2016

Saturday: Local Produce!


An Artist Block Party by Spoke the Hub

Saturday, June 4th 10am-6pm
Union Street between 5th Ave and 6th Ave

Come on down and watch artists of all ages perform, do a zumba or hip hop workout, shop at stoop sales and eat. Hang around until the end and you may catch a glimpse of your BID Team Flash Mobbing! All Free.

Find out more here.

Thursday, May 26, 2016

Gain the Tools to Grow - Free Business Course !



NYC Small Business Services is introducing a new business development course tailored for established neighborhood firms that we think would benefit constituents in your small business community. 

FastTrac® GrowthVenture™ for Established Neighborhood Businesses is a 30-hour program that provides long-standing NYC business owners the tools to maintain a sustainable business legacy in their neighborhood.  

This no-cost program - designed specifically for long-standing NYC business owners competing in changing neighborhoods - provides tools and resources to help them adapt and grow.

Our course curriculum covers the following topics, and much more:
  • Driving sales
  • Building the right team
  • Reexamining the market
  • Commercial lease education and negotiation
  • Creating an actionable plan for strategic growth

Dates:
May 31

June 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 20

July 12, 14, 19
Time:
6 - 9 p.m.
Location:
New York Institute of Technology (NYIT)
Manhattan Campus
26 West 61st Street
New York, NY 10023



To Apply and find out more check out the website.

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Saturday Evening Free Fun at Summer Strolls on 5th Ave


Summer is almost here!

Mark your calendars for free fun on 5th this summer. We're filling the north and the south of 5th Avenue with entertainment for the whole family. Rock wall, jugglers, turf, bouncy house,music and play space. _All shows, performances and entertainment are free to the public_.

12th to 18th Streets
Saturday July 16th 5pm - 9pm, Doggie Fashion Show 6.30pm
Saturday July 23rd 5pm -9pm, Brooklyn South Shakespeare's Twelfth Night at 6.30pm

Dean to Sterling
Saturday August 13th 5pm - 9pm
Saturday August 20th 5pm - 9pm, Pizza eating contest at 6.30pm with Artichoke Pizza

Monday, May 23, 2016

Leopoldi Celebrates 50 Years on #theother5th

Walking into Leopoldi's Hardware, you can see it's chock full of everything you need, things you didn't even know existed and lots of things you didn't know you needed until you needed it!

This year the Leopoldi family are celebrating 50 years on #theother5th, serving and supporting the Park Slope community.


Joe Leopoldi bought the store back in 1966 and when he died, in 1989, the three sons took it over; Joe, Pete and Rob. You can see Joe and Pete with their mother, Flo in the photo below.



We hope you can come down to Leopoldi's on Saturday June 4th and celebrate with them. More details coming soon.







Friday, May 20, 2016

Prenatal Yoga at Align


Drop by Align on Saturday, May 28th from 2-3:30pm for Prenatal Yoga with Georgia.

Align is a wellness studio. They have many classes to suit all, including Barre and Pilates, but they also have Chiropractic support and Functional Nutrition advice.

Check them out here.

Align Brooklyn
579 5th Ave, 2nd Floor

Thursday, May 19, 2016

Amelia Robinson releases solo album


You might know Amelia Robinson as Mil's Trills, a very successful kids music band from right here in Park Slope. But like many musicians, Amelia wasn't satisfied with creating music in just one genre. She recently released her first solo album called "The Space Between" and a video for the first single "Don't You Worry" (filmed entirely on a GoPro)  is featured on Vimeo. Check it out!

Amelia is a fantastic musician and a wonderful, active Board Member of the Park Slope Fifth Avenue Business Improvement District.



Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Spring into Dance with Spoke the Hub this weekend

This weekend two changes to see Spoke the Hub's brand new original dance and theater work by young choreographers ages 9-12.

Saturday May 21st at 7pm and Sunday May 22nd at 5pm
295 Douglass Street (between 3rd and 4th)

There might be a surprise as well!!! Get your tickets whilst you can here.

Monday, May 16, 2016

Walk to Live 2016 with Imani House


Walk the park and raise funds for Fifth Avenue's own Imani House! Could there be a better way to spend a Sunday in Park Slope? Go to the link to register and find out more!

Imani House
76 5th Ave

Friday, May 13, 2016

This Sunday: The Fabulous Fifth Avenue Fair

This is it! The Fabulous Fifth Avenue Fair has arrived!

Sunday, May 15th, 12-6 pm on Fifth Avenue between Sterling Place and 12th Street
Fifth Avenue closes to traffic at 10 am. Cross Streets will be open to traffic.

So much to do at the Fair; eat, drink and shop and family fun entertainment as well as learning about local non-profit organizations. To enhance your enjoyment, there are a number of bars with live bands and we also have booked some musical entertainment for you.
The BID Stage, near Key Food, next to Miti Miti
12.30 Brooklyn Music Factory 
2.00 Leah Shaw and Aviva Jaye 
3.30 Sister Monk
Oyster Bar Brooklyn, 256 5th Ave between Carroll and Garfield
2-4pm Bombay Rickey
The Monro Pub, 481 5th Ave between 11th and 12th Streets
1pm Ryan Parker
We also know that The Gate at the corner of 3rd St will be having music all day.
11.30 - 1pm Baby Loves Disco 
1-6pm DJ


Thursday, May 12, 2016

Personal Finance for Small Business Owners Workshop


Wednesday May 18th from 6.30pm
WeWork 5th Ave, 404 5th Avenue, NY

Hey Park Slope small business owners, don't miss this FREE workshop, hosted by Townsquared,  on the basics of personal financial planning for small business. 

     • Key steps to alleviating money stress in both your personal and business lives
     • How to secure your personal finances apart from those of your venture
Plus a Q&A to address what's on your mind when it comes to money!
If you own a small business and haven't been spending time on your personal business interests then this event is for you!
Learn more and RSVP, the event is free.



Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Music at The Fabulous Fifth Avenue Fair

So much to do at The Fabulous Fifth Ave Fair: eat, drink and shop, enjoy family fun entertainment as well as learn about local community organizations. To enhance your enjoyment, there are a number of bars with live bands along the route and the Park Slope Fifth Avenue BID has also booked some musical entertainment for you.



The BID Stage, near Key Food, next to Miti Miti

12.30    Brooklyn Music Factory
2.00      Leah Shaw and Aviva Jaye
3.30      Sister Monk


Oyster Bar Brooklyn, 256 5th Ave between Carroll and Garfield
2-4pm  Bombay Rickey














The Monro Pub, 481 5th Ave between 11th and 12th Streets

1pm  Ryan Parker






We also know that The Gate at the corner of 3rd St will be having music all day.

11.30 - 1pm Baby Loves Disco
1-6pm          DJ

Tuesday, May 10, 2016

BCID Congratulates Luke's Lobster and Others on #theother5th

Article from Brooklyn Center of Independence of the Disabled



Brooklyn Center For Independence Of The Disabled has been a strong advocate of rights for people with disabilities for 60 years. Providing advocacy, information and referral and other frontline services, BCID is dedicated to guaranteeing the civil rights of people with disabilities.
One way that BCID is making a real change in Brooklyn is through its newest campaign 'Opening Doors: Enable Brooklyn.'

The Opening Doors Campaign has been promoting disability-friendly stores and businesses throughout Brooklyn, by awarding striking certificates and publicity to businesses which are taking the initiative to welcome people with disabilities into their stores.

Stores like Luke's Lobster at 237 5th Avenue. This popular seafood shack is in a building with a step to the entrance, a familiar story for many Brooklyn storefronts. Local resident Ji-Eun Kim, a wheelchair user and disability advocate, wrote to the store to make them aware that she, like many other people with disabilities, is unable to access the store, and ultimately is forced to take her business elsewhere.
In response, Luke's Lobster bought and fitted a portable ramp and plan to do the same for all of their locations. Katie Love, the project manager for Opening Doors:Enable Brooklyn said, “Luke's Lobster is a great demonstration of a store willing to be inclusive to those with mobility issues, and will see an increase in business and promotion as a result. “

The Opening Doors: Enable Brooklyn campaign has awarded over 30 certificates to qualifying stores throughout Brooklyn (look out for the window decal around town) and plans to get that number to 1,000. Katie Love says “taking part is quick, easy and very rewarding! Even if the store is limited in its access, we can give expert suggestions and ideas to help. Mainly, we want to raise awareness and celebrate our local businesses!”

Taking part is totally free. If you would like more information please email openingdoors@bcid.org or visit www.bcid.org. You can also follow them on Twitter (@BrooklynBCID) or Facebook 

There are other business on #theother5th who are doing their best to be involved. It's not always easy, due to the make-up of older buildings, but Pinot's Palette, ACME Wines and Spirits, Oyster Bar Brooklyn and O Live Brooklyn are also making their facilities as accessible as possible!

Monday, May 9, 2016

This Sunday: The Fabulous Fifth Avenue Fair!


It's finally here! The Fabulous Fifth Avenue Fair will take place this Sunday, May 15th from 12-6pm on #theother5th between Sterling Place and 12th Street.

We'll give you a rundown of some of the attractions and music later in the week. For now, just make sure to keep your Sunday wide open! So far, the weather looks amazing. Keep those fingers crossed, Park Slope!

Friday, May 6, 2016

Reminder: Two Days Until Mother's Day!



Don't forget, this Sunday is Mother's Day! Don't panic, though! There is so much to choose from for mom on 5th Avenue. A gift, card and brunch, a happy hour or two to make mom feel extra special and maybe even a spa treatment!

Here is what we found on the avenue, so far!

Gifts

Flirt Brooklyn, 586 5th Ave
Mother's Day Sale all week - 15% off

State of the Art Gallery, 463 5th Ave
3D crystal picture

Life Vintage Thrift, 515 5th Ave
Mother's Day sale - 25% off Jewelry and women's accessories

H and A Jewelry, 526 5th Ave
Special pieces for Mother's Day

La Casa Artesanal, 512 5th Ave
Jewelry, gifts and accessories

Tabeel Aromatherapy Gifts and Salon, 76 5th Ave
Gifts, Jewelry and cards

Annie's Blue Ribbon General Store, 232 5th Ave
Gifts and cards

Pony and Two Lovers, 69 and 227 5th Ave
Funky and Fabulous gifts for all moms

Dearest, 89 5th Ave
Jewelry and gifts

Please, 557 5th Ave
Sensual and adult toy gifts

Ground Floor Gallery, 343 5th St
Affordable art, special mother's day pieces and mini Matisse weekend

Spa Treatments

D'mai Urban Spa, 157 5th Ave
Mother's Day Gift Certificate Specials


Element Beauty Lounge, 73 5th Ave
Mother's Day Specials and Gift cards

Brunch, Dinner and Treats

BK9, 62 5th Ave
Mother's Day Brunch

CHiPs Pop Up Restaurant to raise funds for the Residence
Tickets at Chipspopup.eventbrite.com

Buttermilk Bakeshop, 260 5th Ave
Special Menu

Benchmark Restaurant, 339 2nd St
Mother's Day Brunch and Dinner

Florists

Zuzu Petals, 334 5th Ave

Blooms on Fifth, 431 5th Ave


Thursday, May 5, 2016

Cinco de Mayo on #theother5th

This Thursday, celebrate Cinco de Mayo on #theother5th !


We've spotted celebrations at:

El Pollito Mexicano, 119 5th Ave

Neuvo Mexico, 489 5th Ave

Bogota Latin Bistro, 141 5th Ave

Pinot's Palette, 382 5th Ave

Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Mom's Day on #theother5th



There is so much to choose from for mom on 5th Avenue. A gift, card and brunch, a happy hour or two to make mum feel extra special and maybe even a spa treatment!

Here is what we found on the avenue, so far!

Gifts

Flirt Brooklyn, 586 5th Ave
Mother's Day Sale all week - 15% off

State of the Art Gallery, 463 5th Ave
3D crystal picture

Life Vintage Thrift, 515 5th Ave
Mother's Day sale - 25% off Jewelry and women's accessories

H and A Jewelry, 526 5th Ave
Special pieces for Mother's Day

La Casa Artesanal, 512 5th Ave
Jewelry, gifts and accessories

Tabeel Aromatherapy Gifts and Salon, 76 5th Ave
Gifts, Jewelry and cards

Annie's Blue Ribbon General Store, 232 5th Ave
Gifts and cards

Pony and Two Lovers, 69 and 227 5th Ave
Funky and Fabulous gifts for all moms

Dearest, 89 5th Ave
Jewelry and gifts

Please, 557 5th Ave
Sensual and adult toy gifts

Ground Floor Gallery, 343 5th St
Affordable art, special mother's day pieces and mini Matisse weekend

Spa Treatments

D'mai Urban Spa, 157 5th Ave
Mother's Day Gift Certificate Specials


Element Beauty Lounge, 73 5th Ave
Mother's Day Specials and Gift cards

Brunch, Dinner and Treats

BK9, 62 5th Ave
Mother's Day Brunch

CHiPs Pop Up Restaurant to raise funds for the Residence
Tickets at Chipspopup.eventbrite.com

Buttermilk Bakeshop, 260 5th Ave
Special Menu

Benchmark Restaurant, 339 2nd St
Mother's Day Brunch and Dinner

Florists

Zuzu Petals, 334 5th Ave

Blooms on Fifth, 431 5th Ave



Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week!

Appreciate your teacher  and staff this week with an apple? Or perhaps some flowers or just a THANK YOU.


MS 51 is the only public school on #theother5th but we also have many dance and arts schools as well in which the teachers work hard to provide education and support to our little ones. 

If you are buying a gift don't forget to support your local small businesses as well and shop small. It is also National Small Business Week!

Thank you to all education staff and teachers from the Park Slope Fifth Avenue BID!

Monday, May 2, 2016

Less Than 2 Weeks Until The Fabulous Fifth Avenue Fair! Yes, Two!



Everyone cross their fingers for warm, sunny weather on May 15th, when The Fabulous Fifth Avenue Fair takes over the Avenue between Sterling and 12th Street. 

Music! Local food and drinks! Art! Great local shopping! Rides! Vintage cars! Other stuff worthy of exclamation points!

Don't miss it!