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Brooklyn is theplace foryoursummer fun!In addition to ourconcerts listedin thesched-ule inside, dont miss: Fri night fireworks infrontof WonderWheel in ConeyIsland,now

thru Labor Day at 9:30pm Celebrate Brooklyn! concertsin Prospect ParkThurs-Sat until Aug 11 BAM R&B Festival at MetroTech Thursdays at

noon June 7-Aug 9 Feast of the Giglio in Williamsburg July 5-16 Movies with a Viewat Brooklyn Bridge Park onThurs eves July 5-Aug 30 Brooklyn Hip Hop Festival July 9-14 at Brooklyn Bridge Park bkhiphopfestival.com BastilleDay July14 on SmithSt bet Bergen/Pacific Woody Guthrie 100th Birthday Celebration in Coney Island July 14more info at www.coneyislandfunguide.com Lacoste L!ve ConcertSeries at Williamsburg Park 50 Kent Ave July 17-Oct 5www.facebook.com/williamsburgparkbk Friends of Carroll Park KidsConcert SeriesWed July 18, Sat Aug 25 andSat Sept 29 2-5pm in CarrollPark NYPD Night Out Against Crime at your local precinct Aug 7 Universal Hip Hop Parade noon at Tompkins & Lafayette Aug 11 FortGreene Park Summer Literary Festival Aug 18 36th Annual BrightonJubilee on Brighton Beach Ave on Aug 26 The Dominican Parade startsat Graham/Metropolitan Aves on Aug 26 at 1pm The West IndianAmerican Day Carnival and Parade on Eastern Parkway Sept 3 The 7thAnnual Brooklyn Book Festival Sept 23 at BH Plaza.

Congratulations to Carlo Scissura for his appointment as president andCEO of the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce.As my chief of staffandprior to that, counselfor nearly five years,Carlo demonstrated the kindof leadership and vision that brought positive change and I know thatBrooklyn businesses will benefit from his expertise and dedication.Thankyou, Carlo,for a job well done!

As always, send story ideas to [email protected] or call(718) 802-3700.

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For far too long, Brooklynites had to leave the borough to catch the hottestformers and the most exciting sports events, but those days are over! Thetain is rising on the boroughs biggest stage ever as the new Barclays Center

comes an exciting roster of more than 220 events annually right here in Brooklyn.

Barclays Center marks its premiere with a concert by Brooklyns own JAY Z on Septe28, which will be followed by Brooklyns favorite daughter Barbra Streisand, who mher triumphant return to her home borough for two shows, October 11 and 13.

Barclays Center is also the new home to the Brooklyn Nets, who play their first gamlate October/early November and will no doubt be wowing sports-lovers with alspectacular action of major professional basketball.

The first new indoor arena to open in New York City since 1968, Barclays Cente

state-of-the-art sports and entertainment venue that can host 19,000 concertgoers anto 18,200 basketball fans. In addition to JAY Z and Streisand, Barclays Center has boa variety of programming including heartthrob Justin Bieber (Nov. 12), gospel Hezekiah Walker (Dec. 10), The Kings Men (Oct. 14), innovative rockers Rush (Ocand Journey (Oct. 30), singer/songwriter Leonard Cohen (Dec. 20) and world-renowItalian tenor Andrea Bocelli (Dec. 5). Hockey fans can check out the pre-season Islanvs. Devils matchup on Oct. 2. Family-friendly events will include Ringling BrosBarnum & Bailey Circus and Disney on Ice. Horse lovers can enjoy a major equeshow jumping event, the New York Masters. And there will be many more events to c

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Its a digital age, where print

media seems to be going the way

of the dinosaur and Skyping,Facebooking and tweeting are

how we connect. With Brooklyn

emerging as New York Citys new

tech triangle, it just makes sense

that Big Spaceship landed inDUMBO and that companies big

and small are calling on them to

take on the digital frontier.

Launched in 2000 by

founder/CEO Michael Lebowitz,

Big Spaceship is an ber creative

production, technology and design

team that takes a holistic approach to helping clients connect in the digital marketplace.

Crayola tapped Big Spaceship for a touchscreen-friendly gift guide that brings their colorful

products to life onscreen. Chobani Champions (Greek yogurt) built brand awarenessthrough the imaginative concepts Big Spaceship created for their website and social media,

including a smartphone app. The agency also conceived and launched its own IP, Taco Find-

era mobile app to help the hungry locate lunch.

Advertising Age, the Bible of its industry, cited Big Spaceship as one of the best places

to work for three years running. Partner and Minister of Technology Joshua Hirsch said,

Its a really cool place to work. Were a group of talented people who come to work and

actually have a good time.

Big Spaceship is one enterprise thats making the digital universe seem smaller, friendlier

and more accessible and, of course, all that ingenuity is happening right here in Brooklyn!

Big Spaceship, 45 Main Street; (718) 222-0281; www.bigspaceship.com.

TAKE ME TO MY CUSTOMERS

Prospect Heights resident Jay Ruiz

wanted to do something about women be-

ing assaulted in Park Slope. So BrooklynBike Patrola group of bike volunteers

who escort women home from their sub-

way stopwas born. Since September

2011, Ruiz and 11 volunteers have escorted

nearly 100 women.

Women call Brooklyn Bike Patrol before

they board their train for home and let

them know their final subway stop. The

bike patrol goes to more than 45 Brooklyn

stations, with volunteers covering subway

stops closest to their homes. They bike to

the station in time to meet their escortee

and see her home safely.

NYPDs 72nd Precinct vets volunteers, whose photographs appear on the Bro

Bike PatrolFacebook page. Neon yellow shirts make volunteers easy to spot at nighMy love of biking and, frankly, my concern for the safety of my wife and

women, sowed the seeds for this initiative, said Ruiz. He made flyers to promo

service but many Brooklynites walked on by. Then I came up with the catchp

Were dedicated to the safety of the women of Brooklyn, said Ruiz, and whe

heard it, people were lining up to take a flyer.

The Brooklyn Bike Patrol is looking for volunteers. If you love to bike and want

back to the community, why not join our resident cyclers for safety?Brooklyn Bike Patrol operates Sun-Thurs 8pm-12midnight, Fri-Sat 8pm

but escorts beyond those hours can be accommodated. To reserve an escort, call

744-7592; visit them at www.facebook.com/brooklynbikepatrol or email th

[email protected].

KNIGHT RIDERS

4 DUMBOs Big Spaceship is helping companiesconquer the digital divide!

Carousel lovers rejoice! The century-

old Prospect ParkCarousel got a facelift

this year just in time for its 100th birth-

day. Designed by famed carver CharlesCarmel in 1912creator of the exuber-

ant Coney Island-style carouselthe

merry-go-round was moved to Prospect

Park in 1952.

The first capital project undertaken

by the Prospect Park Alliance was the

restoration of the Carousel in 1987, said

Alliance President Emily Lloyd, and it

has been drawing families to the Park

ever since. Twenty-five years later, were proud to celebrate its 100th birthday and look for-

ward to enthralling riders of all ages for the next 100 years.

Coney Island was once carousel central, home to 25 carousels plus the manufacturers

and artisans who supported the industry. Originally located at Surf Avenue and West 8th

Street, the Prospect Park Carousel reflects Charles Carmels boisterous style. Among its 56

carved wood figures are 53 horses, a lion, a giraffe, a deer and two chariots pulled by drag-ons. Musical accompaniment is provided by an original Wurlitzer band organ.

New York City has more than a dozen antique carousels and, naturally, Brooklyn hosts

some of the most iconic. Along with Prospect Park, theres the magnificent Janes Carousel at

Brooklyn Bridge Park and the 90-year-old Coney Island B & B Carousell, now being restored

for its 2013 opening in the new Steeplechase Plaza adjacent to the famed Parachute Jump.Prospect Park Carousel is located at the Childrens Corner, inside the Willink en-

trance (Ocean and Flatbush Aves and Empire Boulevard). Hours: July-Aug: Thur-Sun

12-6pm. www.prospectpark.org.

4 The Prospect Park Carousel is a big hitwith children of all ages.

LIONS AND HORSES AND DEER,

OH MY!

4 Jay Ruiz and his Brooklyn Bike Pare helping to keep women safe.

Aladdin Bakers is already kno

its Middle Eastern-style brea

pita. After all, Aladdin has been

ing Brooklyn and the nation b

the scenes for 40 years. But with In Brooklyn in Greenwood He

Aladdin has opened its first retai

Its right across from Green-W

Cemetery, one of New York Cit

tourist destinations.

Now, lovers of Aladdin B

goods can enjoy freshly baked b

coffee, fancy cheeses, de

spreadslike red pepper w

spreadgourmet sandwiches and bagels. Whats more, huge plate glass windows

the retail shop let customers get a peek behind the scenes.

A true Brooklyn success story, Aladdin began in 1974 with a single oven bakin

bread on Atlantic Avenue. After more than four decades of growth, the bakery now

over 100 types of baked goodsincluding paninis, bagels, wraps and its special bra

pita chipsacross America.

Founder Joseph Ayoub, a true Brooklynite, made the conscious decision to ke

business in Brooklyn and eventually set up a large facility in Sunset Park that em

more than 300 people for Aladdins baking operation, and now, Baked In Brooklyn.

Im extremely passionate about Brooklyn. I was born and raised here. The Bro

Dodgers, theHoneymooners and Coney Island are all important parts of my childh

said Ayoub. I never moved my business from Brooklyn because I believe in this ci

I know that it will continue to grow and prosper, and I wanted to be a part of its rise

Baked In Brooklyn, 755 5th Ave; Hours 7am-7pm Mon-Sat; (718) 788-3164.

BAKED IN BROOKLYN

4 Baked In BrooklynsDonald Guzzi and Joseph Ayoub.


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Barclays Center will be unlike any other sports and enter-

tainment venue in the world, said Bruce Ratner, Barclays

Center majority owner and developer, and chairman and

CEO of Forest City Ratner Companies. We will offer some-

thing for everyone by delivering programming thats unique

and diverse, reflecting the population within Brooklyn.

But lets get back to b-ball! The Brooklyn Nets bring

major professional sports back to Brooklyn for the first

time since the Dodgers decamped for La La Land in

1957. For more information on purchasing tickets, fans

can visit brooklynnets.com. Fifty percent of Nets tickets

will be $55 or less and 2,000 tickets will be $15 per game.

Fans who buy All Access Brooklyn Nets season tickets

will receive free food and non-alcoholic beverages and first

rights to buy tickets for all other events.

Barclays Center is having Disney Institute train its

employees to provide the best customer service. The venue

will also feature the finest amenities, including eleven JAY

Z-inspired Vault Suites that offer dedicated concierge

service by Luxury Attache in a premium event-level loca-

tion with an exclusive Armand de Brignac ChampagneBar. In addition, the arena will offer 100 luxury suites, four

bars and lounges, three clubs, The 40/40 Club as the

restaurant and the Brooklyn Nets Team Shop by adidas.

Luxury suites can be booked on a per-event basis. Private

functions, receptions, charity and corporate events or

graduations can also be booked within the smaller spaces.

We want our guests to have a preemi-

nent customer experience, said Barclays

Center and Brooklyn Nets CEO Brett

Yormark. From street to seat, Barclays

Center will offer fans great mass transit

access, unparalleled sightlines, the best

food from popular Brooklyn eateries, the

finest customer service and programming

thats unrivaled in volume and variety.

One look at the arenas weathered steel

faadetough and beautiful just like

Brooklyn!and its grand, canopied

entrance, sets the stage for a great night on

the town. The excitement builds just inside

the entrance, where visitors can see the

entire arena and center-hung scoreboard

before them. Even passersby get a taste of

the action on the plaza, where a spiral LED

board oculus broadcasts scores and upcoming events.

Driving the arenas design was the commitment to keep-

ing every patron close to the action, with an intimate seating

configuration. Barclays Center will also include a cut-down

theater with between 3,500-6,000 seats to provide an ideal

environment for theatrical performances, small venue con-certs, music festivals, select boxing events and comedy acts.

Along with pumping up Brooklyns reputation as the

place for sporting and entertainment events, Barclays

Center is its own economic engine, providing 2,000 full-

and part-time jobs, plus a shot in the arm to the ancillary

businesses around the arena.

At the intersection of Atlantic and Flatbush Av

Barclays Center is one of the easiest venues to reach

City, with 11 subway lines, 11 bus lines and the LI

choose from.

From basketball to boxing, horses to hockey, rock

rappersand everything in betweenit s all happenBarclays Center. So fuhgeddaboud leaving the bo

and stay right here in Brooklyn, U.S.A.!Barclays Center, 620 Atlantic Ave. For more inform

about Brooklyn Nets ticket sales, visit brooklynnets.c

call 1-877-77BKTIX. For schedule and ticket inf

tion on other events at Barclays Center,

www.barclayscenter.com.

SLAM DUNK, BROOKLYN!(CONTINUED FROM COVER)

When it comes to getting kids to read,

childrens book author and Midwood resi-

dent Artie Bennett has a dirty little secret:derrieres both human and otherwise, no butts

about it! Bennett has delighted children with

The Butt Book and his latest,Poopendous!,

illustrated books for kids that take a funny yet

factual look at all things excremental.

Bennett is an executive copy editor for

Random House Childrens Books, but in

his spare time, his passion for words and

rhymes inspires the laugh-out-loud tales he

writes for the wee set. The Dinosaur Joke

Book: A Compendium of Pre-Hysteric

Puns excavated the humor of early life, but

with 101 Ways to Say Vomit, Bennett summoned his inner first grader, turning vo

lary from serious to hilarious.Early on, Bennett had a thing for words. When he was just fifteen, The New

Times published his original crossword puzzle in its prestigious Sunday issue. Since

Bennett has worked a banana orchard on a kibbutz, sold cookware, written for Ge

Athens Banner-Herald and peddled knishes and Poconos real estate. But writing fo

has its own satisfaction. To give the gift of laughter to children is immensely gratif

said Bennett. And to hear that my books can jumpstart a lifelong love of readi

youngsters experience how much fun a book can be, fills me with bottomless deligh

So next time your little darlin says readings for poopy heads, get off your ba

and get a copy ofThe Butt Book. Bottoms up!Visit artiebennett.com for more information.

MINDS AND BEHINDS!

4 Artie Bennetts most recent booPoopendous!, is getting a load of atte

Companies like MakerBot (3D print-

ers) and Aereo (online television) prove

that New Yorks tech and manufacturingfuture is in Brooklyn. And with the new

NYU Center for Urban Science and

Progress (CUSP) slated for Downtown

Brooklyn, the borough will soon be the

birthplace for innovative strategies to

benefit New York City and beyond.

New York University, Polytechnic In-

stitute of NYU, the MTA and the City

are transforming shabby 370 Jay

Streetformer NYC Transit headquartersinto an applied science and engineering

campus to draw top educators, students and entrepreneurs.

With CUSP, New York will be a living laboratory, a test-bed for new ideas, and the

economic beneficiary of our researchers discoveries, said NYU President John Sexton.

Under Mayor Bloombergs leadership, Downtown Brooklyn has become one of the

fastest growing, most dynamic neighborhoods in New York City, said Deputy Mayor forEconomic Development Robert Steel. With the addition of CUSP, Downtown Brook-

lyn is poised to become a global hub for innovation.

World-class institutions like CUNY, Carnegie Mellon, University of Toronto, Univer-

sity of Warwick and the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay will join NYU and

NYU-Poly to offer graduate degrees in engineering and sciences starting September

2017. Renowned theoretical physicist and Brooklyn native Dr. Steven Koonin has been

tapped as CUSP director.

CUSP will also be a business incubator, where startups and private sector partners, like

IBM and Cisco, can support and draw tech research and development from one another.

As the world continues to urbanize, cities must become the new models for sustain-

ability and CUSP Brooklyn will lead the way.

BROOKLYNS ON THE CUSP

4 Innovations new home will be atCUSP in Downtown Brooklyn.

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ON THE BLOCKMartys

4The Harbor Fitness Race to Combat Autism in Bay Ridge ben-efitted the HeartShare School, an enhanced educational pro-gram for children 5-21 diagnosed with autism spectrum disor-ders. Among those gathered before the race were, from left, LisaLekacos, Harbor Fitness; State Senator Martin J. Golden;HeartShare Human Services President/C EO WilliamGuarinello; Marty; Harbor Fitness Owner Chris Ganim; andJodi Heywood, Harbor Fitness.

4Bullish on education! The new Trading Room Floor at BrooklynAcademy of Global Finance in Bed-Stuy recently opened, and amongthose gathered for the ribbon cutting were New Visions for PublicSchools President Bob Hughes; Marty; BAGF Principal KavitaGupta; BAGF Asst. Principal Edwin Hankerson and students. Theschool prepares students to excel in college and the workplacethrough rigorous academic and career-related coursework with con-centration in the financial industry.

4 For 30 years, the Bed-Stuy Family Health Center (BSFHC) hasserved residents with primary health care needs regardless of income orhealth insurance coverage. BSFHC recently celebrated the opening of abrand new, state-of-the-art facility at 1456 Fulton Street. Gathered forthe ribbon cutting were, from left, NBC News President Steve Capus;Assembly Member Annette Robinson; City Council Member Al Vann;BSFHC Board Chair Jean Black; BSFHC CEO Patricia Fernandez;Primary Care Development Corp CEO Ronda Kotelchuck; Marty; andNew York State Health Commissioner Dr. Nirav Shah.

4 Isaak Vaynshelboym (holding proclamation) is a Ukartist, writer, lawyer and human rights activist whose worecently exhibited at the Jewish Folk Art & Craft Guild. the artist for the exhibit and celebration of his 90th birthdafrom left, Odessa Community of New York President Savinkin; Marty; Assembly Member Alec Brook-Krasny aAD leader Mark Davidovich.

4 Friends, Brooklynites, countryman, lend me your ears! Martyhelped introduce some young readers to Shakespeares Seasons bydoing a reading from the book at Greenlight Bookstore. Among thosegathered for event were, from left, illustrator Shannon Whitt; authorMiriam Weiner; and Greenlights Rebecca Fitting. The GreenlightBookstore is an independent bookstore located in Fort Greene.

4 Officers and members of the Gerrittsen Beach Property OAssociation were recently sworn into office and Marty was oto congratulate them. President of the Association, Broadhead, is right of Marty.

4 Colonel Donald Cook was the first Marine captured in Vietnam and theonly Marine posthumously given the Medal of Honor as a prisoner of war. TheCol. Donald Cook Memorial Triangleat McDonald Ave. and Fort HamiltonParkway at Caton Ave.was rededicated after being refurbished. Amongthose gathered for the ribbon cutting were, from left, Congress MemberMichael Grimm; Assembly Member James Brennan; Marty; Colonel KennethDeTreux; Operation Warrior Wellness Co-Chair Ed Schloeman; CommanderJim Kenny; and City Council Member Brad Lander.

4 The Brooklyn Historical Societys Eighth Annual Library Dinnerraised funds for the Othmer Library collections and Archive. Gatheredfor the event were, (from left), Brooklyn Historical Society PresidentDeborah Schwartz; and, flanking Marty, David and Janet Offensend.The Offensends were the evenings honorees and have been generoussupporters of many Brooklyn institutions, including the Society, for thepast three decades.

4 Waving bravely from the sidelines, Marty cheered ocourageous souls willing to take the first ride on the openof the legendary Cyclone, a sure sign that summer is on tAmong those joining Marty for the festivities were ConeyDevelopment Corps Nathan Bliss, Central AmuInternationals Valerio Ferrari and CB13 Chair Eddie Ma

4Students from the High School for Public Service on Wingpus recently participated in Global Youth Service Day, a cathat encourages kids around the world to volunteer on comservice projects. Students focus on helping neighborhoodsclasses and volunteering for internships. Marty joined studticipants as well as (far left) Nirvani Bissessar, director and Service Learning; and (far right) Natalie Knight, Global teacher and Kate Cook, Language teacher.

4 Clinton Hill resident Kimberly Wallace published her firstchildrens book, Grandmas Chocolate Cake, and Marty helped tocelebrate this delicious offering that will help many childrenbecome lifelong readers. The event was held at Cake ManRavens in Fort Greene.

4 Bed-Stuy residents Shatia Jackson and Kristen Bonardi Rapp(next to Marty) transformedwith the help of volunteersa vacant lotat 462 Halsey Street in Bed-Stuy into a community garden, and Martywas pleased to join them at the opening event. Rainfall couldnt dimin-ish the smiles on that happy day, especially since it was good for theveggies that now grow there!

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Fort Greene resident Sandie Trombert is do-

ing something about the children and families liv-

ing below the poverty level in Brooklyn, and youcan help!

Trombert and her husband, Fabrice, a profes-

sional photographer, started an organization

called Little Essentials, a 501(c)(3) not for profit,

to provide free baby and toddler clothing to im-

poverished Brooklyn families, many of whom live

in East New York, Brownsville and Bed-Stuy.

Operating from their home, they collect donated

items and distribute them to social service and

City agencies, community groups and spiritual in-

stitutions that serve low-income families with

children under four years of age. By making

quality, gently-used items available to parents in

need, we provide a network of support during

economic crisis, said Trombert.The community response to donations of

clothing and other necessities has been so great

that Trombert wants to take Little Essentials to the next level. A warehouse space to

stockpile donations, and a van to transport goods to the agencies that distribute them,

could increase the organizations good work exponentially.

You can support their efforts by donating space or even a vehicle or by making a tax de-

ductible donation. Financial contributions will help them move this operation out of their

home and enable them to assist even more families. A little bit of help can put a big smile

on the face of a child in need.

To make a donation, contact Little Essentials at www.littleessentials.org.

MOTHERS LITTLE HELPER

Groups like Mark Morris Dance, Streb Lab

and Ronald K. Brown Evidence helped secure

Brooklyns status as the Cultural Capital of NewYork City. With Gallim Dance claiming perma-

nent digs in Clinton Hill, its fair to call the

borough the epicenter of dance ensembles!

Founded in 2007 by artistic director and cho-

reographer Andrea Miller, Gallim Dance is a

contemporary dance company that performs

Millers original work, nurtures the careers of

young artists and captivates diverse audiences of

more than 15,000 people annually. An interna-

tionally acclaimed company, Gallim Dance and

Miller recently landed the cover story in the

prestigiousDance Magazine.

We were thrilled to present the world premiere of SIT, KNEEL, STAND at the

Theater this month, said Miller. In this piece, Im exploring the human experienc

act of heroism. Its been exciting creating this work in our new home. And its just tginning of a full season of performances and events that reflect the shared passi

Gallim Dance and the surrounding community.

Miller and Gallim Dance are currently artists-in-residence at the Church of St

and St. Matthew (520 Clinton Ave.), where they will co-host a summer intensi

young dancers with longtime collaborators, Dancewave. Gallim Dance will also p

pate in the Brooklyn Academy of Musics Professional Development Program, whic

minates in a performance at BAMs intimate new theater, the Richard B. Fisher Bu

So thanks, Gallim Dance, for showing us how to bust a move in Brooklyn!

More information about upcoming performances is available at www.gallimdanc

(718) 622-2165.

JUST DANCE!

4 Sandie Trombert founded LittleEssentials to help families struggling

with poverty.

Since New York State adopted mar-

riage equality last July, same-sex couples

tying the knot have faced a taxing

dilemma: because the federal governmentdoesnt recognize their nuptials, how do

they go about filing returns in a state that

does? The tax system has never been

known for its simplicityand inconsis-

tent marriage laws have made it even

more convolutedbut dont get your

1040s and IT-201s all in a bunch. The

taxmanPark Slope accountant Giaco-

mo Campinoticometh.

Campinoti, who worked this past filing season at H&R Block at 281 Atlantic Avenue,

received special training in the complex world of same-sex tax filing, which can include

head-of-household deductions, credits for children and other unique circumstances. Be-

cause of the Defense of Marriage Act, which only recognizes a marriage between one man

and one woman, same-sex couples in New York must prepare three federal tax returns. Two

are filed for each partner, who must declare themselves as single taxpayers, and a thirdadummy returnis never filed but allows the couple to use as if married numbers and

deductions to fill out their New York State return and take advantage of tax benefits tradi-

tional couples like Campinoti and his wife receive automatically.

Tax software programs dont always do the job when it comes to same-sex couples,

said Campinoti, so a qualified tax preparer may be the best route for couples who want to

be sure they are receiving everything they are entitled to.

To contact Giacomo Campinoti, visit http://campinoticpa.com, call 646-981-8902 or

email [email protected].

4 Park Slope accountant Giacomo Campinotispecializes in preparing taxes for same-sex couples.

ENSURING MANY HAPPY RETURNS

FOR LGBT COUPLES

4 Movers and shakers! Andrea Mand the Gallim Dance company amanently headquartered in Clinto

READY FOR ITS CLOSE-UP

When Hollywood wants to chann

school Brooklyn, Fuller Place be

Windsor Place and Prospect AvenWindsor Terrace gets the action. From

ie starring Gena Davis, to Boardwalpire, to The Amazing Spider-Man,

Place wins the award as an urban, m

class enclave of attached brick houses

stickball once ruled and elders sat o

summer heat on the front porch.

This year, the Fuller Place Block A

tion celebrates the 100th anniversary o

lovely homes built around 1912. Developed on Howard & Fuller Brewery land by

gressman William Calder, the homes featured massive porches, deep terraces, Pom

brick plus electric lights, artistic chandeliers, art glass and beautiful stair work, acc

to a 1913 classified ad, which included prices: $6,000 a pop! But put away the check

when the rare Fuller Place house comes on the market today, thats seven figures no

Today, the neat facades and colorful gardens continue to reflect pride of own

Fuller Place has frequently won awards at Brooklyn Botanic Gardens Greenest

contests and the sense of community doesnt stop there. Neighbors plan parties and

sales, baby clothes are shared and a trusted sitter is a phone call away. The Fuller

Block Association proudly celebrates the 100th birthday of a community that

home to many generations, said FPBA president Abby Moskowitz. And many

families will be just as charmed by Fuller Place as we are.

There are older homes and more prestigious addresses but Fuller Place singleha

reminds us of why we love Brooklyn.Former Fuller Place residents can email [email protected] for inform

about the Block Party.

4 One hundred years of loveliness onFuller Place in Windsor Terrace.

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ON THE BLOCK IIMartys

4CBS TV show,Survivor: One World,participant and North

Crown Heights residentSabrina Thompsonstopped by Borough Halland Marty presented herwith some officialBrooklyn gear. Althoughshe didnt win the role ofsole survivor, Sabrinamade it to the finalepisode and is tops inBrooklyn!

4Marty joined (from left) Raven Patrick DeSean Dennis III, betterknown as Cake Man Raven; I stanbul Mayor Kadir Topbas and hiswife; and the Consul General of Turkey Levent Bilgen for dinner atNoodle Pudding on Henry Street. Restaurateur and extraordinarychef Antonio Migliaccio (not pictured) was, as always, the consum-mate host. Cake Man Raven delivered his usual scrumptious RedVelvet cake with the addition of a special acknowledgementinfrostingto Trkiye!

4Marty, dressed as Revolutionary War General Israel Putnam, joinedCouncil Members Stephen Levin (General John Sullivan) and BradLander (General William Alexander); Brooklyn Parks CommissionerKevin Jeffrey (General George Washington); Old Stone House ExecutiveDirector Kim Maier and area children for a ribbon-cutting ceremony cel-ebrating the completion of the third phase of renovation to WashingtonPark. Marty supported the project, which included new play equipmentin the J.J. Byrne Playground. The Old Stone House marks the site atwhich the Battle of Brooklyn culminated in 1776. Another great MartyMaher (Parks Dept. chief of staff) production!

4 Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton was recipienCentury Award at the New York Womens Foundation Brand Marty was on hand to give Madam Secretary all of Brobest wishes. The NYWF is a cross-cultural alliance that lehuman and financial capital to achieve sustained economrity and justice for women and girls.

4 National winners? Check! The chess team at I.S. 318 inWilliamsburg recently became the first middle school to win theUnited States Chess Federations national high school champi-onship in Minneapolis. Team members, who are mostly eighthgraders, defeated some top high school players from schools aroundthe country as well as Stuyvesant in the outer borough ofManhattan. Among those celebrating the teams victory wereAssistant Principal John Galvin; Chess teacher Elizabeth Spiegel;Marty and some very brainy middle schoolers!

4Members of the National Council of Negro Women, Brooktion, gathered for their Annual Harambe Celebration, at whichpeople from the community were honored for their scholarshitual and community activism. Marty was pleased to join, frfront row, Judge Robin Sheares, co-chair; Christy Hemphil-CaSasha-Lee Barton; Kymbia Bobb; Courtney Payton; Jaheel HumHills; President Melissa-Denise Hayes; Jennifer LeGrand, chaleft back row, Clinton Moore Jr.; Isaiah Frection; Isaiah Johnson; Bryan Brown and Brandon Brown.

4Mazel tov! Borough Parkresident and businesspersonYidel Perlstein is the newlyelected chair of CommunityBoard 12, the first ChasidicJew to ever serve in that

position in this community.Marty congratulated the newchair when he visitedBorough Hall.

4 Brooklyns big stage! The South Shore Educational ComplexAuditorium in Canarsie is one of the largest such venues in New York Cityand serves Brooklyn Theatre Arts High School, Brooklyn Bridge Academy,Academy of Conservation and the Environment High School, BrooklynGeneration School, GED High School and Victory Collegiate High School.A recent renovation equipped the theater with state-of-the-art lighting,sound and acoustic systems. Marty was thrilled to support the renovationand joined the grand opening featuring student performances.

4 The Hellenic Classical Charter School in Park Slope Sdedicated to a classics-based education for grades K-8. The new state-of-the-art learning center and gymnasium will douexisting facility. Gathered for the ground breaking were, frKimisis Greek Orthodox Church President Angelo Mallas; VDamaskinos Ganas, Kimisis Greek Orthodox Church; Consul General of Greece George Iliopoulos; New YoComptroller John Liu; HCCS Student Body PresidentKontzamanis; HCCS Director of Operations Joy Petrakos; visionary principal, Christina Tettonis; HCCS Chair CCapetanakis; CEI-PEA President & Senior Gilder Fellow SFliegel; HCCS Treasurer Nikolaos Leonardos; HCCS SecrEducational Chair Harvey Newman; Senator Martin GoldHudson Valley Banks Paul Ulrich and Lynn Bagliebter.

4Just finishing its fourth year, the Northside Festival is Brpreeminent music and emerging culture festival, showcasinggeneration of artists and innovators, all within the walkable rWilliamsburg and Greenpoint. Marty joined Northside MediaPresident Daniel Stedman and CEO Scott Stedman as Brooklyn-born special guest GZA (to right of Marty), foundinber of legendary NYC rap group Wu-Tang Clan. GZA made Mhonorary emcee of the group, dubbing him Marty-Wu.

4 The 35th Annual American Crossword Puzzle Tournamentheld for the fifth year at the Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge

brought 1,000 crossword puzzlers to Brooklyn. Founder and NewYork TimesCrossword Puzzle Editor Will Shortz once again host-ed the event. And since Shortz has a passion for both puzzles andping pong, Marty, along with his crossword puzzle-loving wife,Jamie, presented Shortz with a symbol of his two loves.

4Outstanding moves! Students from P.S. 503 in Sunset Park recent-ly won first place in the Rookie Division of the National Chess com-petition in Nashville, Tenn. Marty joined the chess champs andPrincipal Bernadette Fitzgerald (to Martys l eft, rear) to congratulatethe chess club members, who not only won the competition, but raisedmoney for their trip!

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Photoby:StevenRosen


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If you love art, then head over to Bush-

wicks 56 Bogart Street (at Harrison Place).

Its an entire art district under one roof!

Art lovers can wander from gallery to

gallery without ever leaving the building.More than a dozen of the citys hottest and

most respected galleries have moved into the

cavernous five-story warehouse and more

keep popping up every day.

Momenta Art: Since 1986, Momenta, one

of the most renowned non-profits in the art

world, has helped broaden horizons by pro-

moting the work of emerging and underrepre-

sented artists, particularly pieces with strong

social commentary. www.momentaart.org

Nurture Art: Its name is its mission. Nur-

ture Art is a non-profit gallery dedicated to nurturing novel contemporary art by pro

exhibition opportunities and resources to emerging artists and curators. www.nurturea

Slag Gallery: Within the walls of Slag Gallery, artists working in all media have the

dom to experiment and create some of the worlds most progressive art. Featuring theof contemporary Eastern European artists who have minimal exposure in America

pushes the envelope with artists whose work explores political, social and economic

www.slaggallery.com

These are just three of the galleries at 56 Bogart; many more are on-site and throu

the neighborhood. And since gallery hopping is bound to make you hungry, Rober

home to some of the best pizza anywhereis right around the corner.The galleries at 56 Bogart Street are located across the street from the Morga

subway stop. Most are open Thur-Mon from noon-6pm.

HERES LOOKING AT YOU, ART!

4 Who needs Chelsea when thereBushwicks 56 Bogart Street?

Craving fresh seafood in a beachy at-

mosphere? Forget schlepping to the Jersey

shore! In Red Hookyou can dine on

steamed crabs, lobsters, raw oysters and

clams, fresh grilled fish, steam pots andother fare, all while enjoying breathtaking

views of New York Harbor.

Owners Jamie Vipond and Matthew

Bohner channeled fishing, family and

seafood to create Brooklyn Crab, a new

eatery across from Fairway with a relaxed

vibe and all the fresh tastes of summer.

From seafood to a full service bar and roof

deck with amazing water views, Brooklyn

Crabs got it all, including family fun! An

18-hole miniature golf course, three bocce courts, a bean bag tossaka cornholeand a

sand-filled outdoor play area will soon be up and ready.

We wanted to create the kind of environment that was missing in New York City, a

comfortable place where the whole family can not only have a great seafood experience, but

a relaxing time out, said Vipond.

Along with fabulous seafood, Brooklyn Crabs pier-like decks give diners expansive views

of the Statue of Liberty, the Manhattan skyline, as well as sea-going boats.

From the freshest seafoodand steaks for you carnivoresto open air dining and fan-

tastic views, plus family fun for a lifetime of memories, a trip to Brooklyn Crab is like a

mini vacation!Brooklyn Crab, 24 Reed St.; (718) 643-CRAB; Hours: Sun-Thurs 4-10pm; Fri-Sat 4-

11pm. Free shuttle is available to/from the Carroll St. Station of the F and G trains.

www.brooklyncrab.com.

THEY SELL SEAFOOD BY THE SEASHORE

4 Brooklyn CrabsJamie Vipond and Matthew Bohner.


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The 30th Anniversary Martin Luther King Jr. Concert Series is every Monday at 7:30pm at Wingate Field, which is located on BrooklynAvenue between Rutland Road and Winthrop Street opposite Kings County Hospital. Possible rain date on Tuesday night. The public isencouraged to bring their own chairs. A limited amount of general seating is available on a first come first served basis. Performers aresubject to change without notice.

Call the concert hotline for updates at 718-222-0600 or visit www.brooklynconcerts.com. Also listen to WBLS-FM 107.5

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. CONCERT SERIESMONDAY NIGHTS @ 7:30 P.M.

ALL SHOWS FREE!

WINGATE FIELD

LOCATED ON BROOKLYN AVENUE BETWEEN RUTLAND ROAD AND WINTHROP STREET

General Rules: NO cameras, NO audio or video recordings, NO alcohol, NO pets, NO bottles, NO smoking. All persons and packages are

subject to search prior to entry.

StrongTrustedGrowing

BOOTSY COLLINSSOS BAND

CELEBRATION OF THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OFJAMAICA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGOANNUAL CARIBBEAN NIGHT

THE MIGHTY SPARROWMore artists TBA. For updates about this show please visit

www.brooklynconcerts.com

PUBLIC ENEMYSALT-n-PEPA

HEADS OF STATEFEATURING

BOBBY BROWN, JOHNNY GILL AND RALPH TRESVANT

LEDISI

ANNUAL GOSPEL NIGHT

CISSY HOUSTON(FEATURING A TRIBUTE TO HER DAUGHTER WHITNEY HOUSTON)

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34TH ANNUAL SEASIDE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

THURSDAY NIGHTS @ 7:30 P.M. EXCEPT FOR FRIDAY, JULY 20TH

ALL SHOWS FREE!

WEST 21ST STREET AND SURF AVE.

IN CONEY ISLAND NEXT TO THE HOME OF THE BROOKLYN CYCLONES

DISCO NIGHT/LAST DANCEA TRIBUTE TO DONNA SUMMER

GLORIA GAYNORTHE VILLAGE PEOPLETHE TRAMMPS ROSE ROYCE

SQUEEZETHE ROMANTICS

ANNUAL LATINO MUSIC BY THE SEA

OSCAR DE LEONLUIS ENRIQUENKLABE

THE BEST OF CLASSIC ROCK NIGHT

DENNIS DEYOUNG:THE MUSIC OF STYXMore artists TBA. For updates about this show please visitwww.brooklynconcerts.com

JOAN JETT AND THE BLACKHEARTS

GLADYS KNIGHTTHE COMMODORES

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The 34th Annual Seaside Summer Concerts are every Thursday Night at 7:30pm except for Friday night July 20th at West 21st Street andSurf Ave. in Coney Island - next to the home of the Brooklyn Cyclones. Limited amount of $5 rental chairs in a specially designated area

are available on a first come first served basis. Performers are subject to change without notice.

Call the concert hotline for updates at 718-222-0600 or visit www.brooklynconcerts.com.

General Rules: NO cameras, NO audio or video recordings, NO alcohol, NO pets, NO bottles, NO smoking. All persons and packages aresubject to search prior to entry.

FRIDAY NIGHT


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In 1952, about 70 Jewish families moved

to Mill Island and needed a spiritual leader.

David Halpern, newly ordained from the

Rabbinical School of Yeshiva University,was elected to fill the role. After 60 years of

extraordinary leadership, Rabbi Halpern is

retiring from the Flatbush Park Jewish

Center (FPJC), which he helped build from

the ground up.

A congregation of 450 families today,

FPJC is the heart ofMill Basins Jewish

community. In 1954, Rabbi Halpern spear-

headed the purchase of the Avenue U prop-

erty on which facilities for worship, study and outreach were built, including the Dr.

& Dorothy Schachne Synagogue School for Torah education, as well as an indoor b

ball court and facilities for summer day camp.

While serving as rabbi, Halpern married Sheila Lifschitz, had three children an

became proud grandfather to eleven. From 1954 to 1962, he served as Jewish chapl

the 71st Infantry, 42nd Division of the N.Y. National Guard. Halpern was active iMy People Go, the movement to free Soviet Jews, and led drives to purchase bonds in

port of the State of Israel.

Rabbi Halperns service has touched the lives of many. FPJC Board President Cha

Harary said, Theres no one like Rabbi Halpern; hes a source of strength for everyon

knowledge of the Torah and his insight about world events is unsurpassed and he h

ability to make the Bible relevant in the modern world.Rabbi Halpern became rabbi emeritus on retiring. Flatbush Park Jewish C

6363 Avenue U (btw. E. 63rd/E. 64th); (718) 444-6868; www.fpjc.org.

ONE RABBI, ONE SHUL,

ONE JEWISH COMMUNITY

4 Rabbi David Halpern, rabbi emeri tthe Flatbush Park Jewish Center

Mejlander & Mulgannon, the venerable delicatessen

and caterer on 5th Avenue in Bay Ridge, has satisfied

the hungry with hearty breakfasts, made-to-order

sandwiches and weekday dinner specials over the years,

but that doesnt mean owner Tommy MulgannonStramka isnt open to change.

In May, Stramka celebrated 20 years of delicious serv-

ice, marking the occasion by adding gourmet coffees and a

cupcake caf (cupcakes provided by Bay Ridges Ivy Bak-

ery). Its my way of giving more choices to our customers,

who include old-timers as well as a lot of young folks mov-

ing in, said Stramka. The neighborhood once had a large

Scandinavian influence, so Stramka also carries traditional

crispbreads, crackers and other European products.

Regulars flock to M & M for favs like baked

meatloaf, chicken pot pie, mac n cheese or corned

beef and cabbage, which include two sides and are

homemade on sitea bargain starting at $9 each!

Come lunchtime, M & Ms combo sandwiches, paninis and wraps, as well as grilled

sandwiches and soups, are enough to fortify the hungriest. M & M also does a healthy

amount of catering, from family get-togethers to neighborhood barbeques.

Tommys grandfather, Tommy Mulgannon, owned a bar on 5th Avenue and his father,

Richard Stramka, was a New York City firefighter. His mom, Maureen Stramka, is a well

known Bay Ridge activist and Brooklyn Sweetheart. So the Mulgannon/Stramka clan

has been serving, saving and satiating Bay Ridgers since time immemorial!Mejlander & Mulgannon Delicatessen & Caterers, 7615 5th Ave, (bet.76th/77th);

Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-7pm, Sat 7am-6pm, Sun 7am-5pm; (718) 238-6666;

www.mejlandermulgannon.com.

SERVING BAY RIDGE!

4 Tommy Mulgannon Stramka,longtime Bay Ridge resident and

owner of Mejlander & MulgannonDeli & Caterers, on 5th Avenue.

The New York City Transit Authori-

ty counts 6,000 buses in its fleet, but

lucky is the commuter who boards theB25 with Jefrick Dean, Sr. at the wheel.

During his 22-year career as a bus oper-

ator, the Bedford-Stuyvesant resident

has driven every bus route from the

East New York depot to Downtown

Brooklyn and along the way riders are

charmed by Deans consistent kindness

and civility.

Dean believes that going the extra

mile with riders is worth the time.

He welcomes commuters in Spanish,

Arabic, Hebrew, Haitian Creole and

Swahili with phrases like peace be with you or have a blessed day. Riders appr

the personal touch. During the holidays Dean gets cards and even gift bags, but it

positive atmosphere hes after.Im the public face in a system that serves millions, said Dean. Setting the righ

and atmosphere on the bus helps everyones attitude, and that isnt just good for th

its a safety issue, too.

His goal is to get riders to their destination in time, safely and in a better mood

they get off. And its working: Dean has received more than 132 commendations d

his career, far above the average dozen that a handful of operators receive.

In the age of road rage, loud cell phone conversations and spam, sometimes com

courtesy seems out of fashion. So the next time you feel the anger rising from some

slight, why not take a page from Jefrick Deans book and try a little tenderness?

THE MENSCH OF THE MTA

4 Jefrick Dean, Sr. is transporting comwith his positive attitude.

When more than 15,000

City teachers were evaluated

based on student performancein state and citywide tests,

East New York resident and

teacher David Padarathski

ranked as one of the best!

Padarathski has taught at

P.S. 289 in Crown Heights for

26 years and uses differentiat-

ed lessons to make an impact

on students who, like many in

New York City, represent varying skills and abilities.

All students can learn, said Padarathski. My job is to figure out what works best for each

student. After introducing lessons to his fourth grade class, Padarathski breaks students into

three groups based on their strengths. Moving from group to group, he then mentors indi-

viduals or the group at large. Many experts agree that some individuals process information

visually, while others use auditory stimulus or even tactile experience. Padarathski tries to ap-proach each student based on his or her learning style.

Padarathski knows that learning doesnt happen in a vacuum. Schools are communities,

said Padarathski, and I rely on parents, other teachers and the administration as partners in

how best to reach our kids.

A role model to many, Padarathski wears a suit and tie and is known for being both strict

and kind. Students often run up to him for a hug. And in the last 20 years, none of his stu-

dents have failed a state test. Brooklyn teachers like David Padarathski are helping their stu-

dents make the grade and getting their own high marks along the way.

P.S. 289 is located at 900 St. Marks Ave. and the principal is Dennis Jeffers.

BROOKLYN TEACHER IS TOPS!

4 David Padarathski is teaching our children well.


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That sweet scent of marinara sauce you

may catch in Canarsie is probably from Vic-

toria Fine Foods, a family company since

1929. Pathmark, Waldbaums and many other

stores call on Victoria for hundreds of prod-ucts, including premium pasta and cooking

sauces, marinated vegetables and spices.

In 1923, Maria and Pelligrino Aquilina left

Sicily for Brooklyn and established a storefront

featuring the canned eggplants, peppers and

pickles for which Maria was known. The

Aquilinas expanded, brought their son on

board and established a factory in Canarsie,

where Victoria continues to operate.

From the start, Maria used the freshest and best tasting ingredients in her time-tested family

recipes. Quality and consistency have been Victorias watchwords ever since. Victorias branded

sauces are prepared with natural ingredients like imported Italian plum tomatoes, fresh garlic,

onion and basil and pure Italian olive oil. They also do a sizeable private label business, with all

major certifications such as GFSI, Kosher, USDA and Organic Certified.

While our company has undergone changes over the years, were happy to continue

doing business in Brooklyn, said CEO Gerald Aquilina. We have leaders that worked

hard to make the climate more favorable for businesses like ours, as well as provide access

to a strong, capable workforce.

Operating 24/7 with 200 full time employees producing 250,000 jars a day, Victoria is

one of the largest specialty foods manufacturers in America. So next time youre hungry

for some great sauce, Victorias all natural marinara sauce is as Brooklyn as it comes!Get Victorias products at most supermarkets or order online at

www.victoriafinefoods.com. Victorias corporate office is located at 443 East 100th Street.

HAIL VICTORIA!

Strivright/Auditory Oral School of

York (AOSNY) in Midwood is lik

school: artwork fills the walls and childr

gerly await their next activity.

But something extraordinary is happenthe school that Pnina Bravmann foun

1999. Theres the new state-of-the-art fac

Avenue M, a demonstration of how suc

Bravmann has been since starting the sch

her home. More important are the nearly

hearingimpaired and speech-language-d

children Strivright has taught to speak,

play and eventually enter mainstream sch

The mother of a hearing-impaired child herself, Bravmann takes a yes we ca

proach to helping children live without limitations and reach their educational, soc

career aspirations. Its hard work but with early involvement, parental interventio

specialized programs, nearly 97 percent of Strivrights students enter mainstream sc

Lessons and speech, auditory, physical occupational and music therapies are or

for each childs needs, said Bravmann. We help parents realize their dreams fo

children. They can do whatever every typically developing child is doing in kinderg

Accommodations like rounded hallways and classrooms with customized aco

help students differentiate sounds. Teachers are equipped with FM systems that am

and transmit their voices to their students. Special efforts like these increase listeni

pability for children with hearing aids and cochlear implants.

Students learn age-appropriate material but whats obvious on a visit is the care that te

take toward every child and how enjoyable they make learning and living life to the fullesStrivright/Auditory Oral School of New York, 3321 Avenue M; (718) 531-

www.strivright.org.

SUCCESS BEGINS HERE!

4 Strivright/Auditory Oral School ofNew York in Midwood is making a differ-ence in the lives of hearingimpaired and

speech-language-delayed children.4 Gerald Aquilina is CEO of Victoria Fine

Foods, a family-owned Canarsie biz since 1929.


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What do you get when you combine

the aspirations of a Top Chef, a punk

rock photographer and a savvy restaura-

teur? You get Talde in Park Slope, a

restaurant that ticks all the boxes onyour culinary wish list.

Named after owner/Executive Chef

Dale Taldeof Bravos Top Chef

famethe Asian-American menu re-

flects the chef s Filipino heritage as well

as the local products and seasonal ingre-

dients he insists on using. Joining the

venture are photographer/bar manager

John Bush and restaurateur David Mas-

soni. Bush brings extensive beverage experience and Massonis success running p

eateries like Thistle Hill Tavern, co-owned with Bush, goes without saying.

Chef Taldes creations summon the flavors of Asia with his own delicious spin. S

crepes are studded with smoked shrimp; Chinese bacon and mint c

French/Vietnamese cuisine; and the Korean fried chicken with yogurt-kimchee m

be like grandmothers but shell find it just as yummy. Chef Taldes crispy oyster ancon Pad Thai takes that ubiquitous Thai staple to a whole new level.

We envisioned Talde as a neighborhood restaurant and were blessed that Park

ersand Brooklynites in generalare supportive, said Talde. Were proud to be

and plan to feed, care for and have fun with you for a long time.

Talde is more proof that the hottest restaurants and the freshest flavors are hap

right here in Brooklyn, where the culinary arts are king!Talde, 369 7th Ave. (at 11th St.); Open for dinner daily 5pm-midnight; Bru

served Sat-Sun from 11am-3pm; (347) 916-0031; www.taldebrooklyn.com.

GOOD KARMA IN PARK SLOPE

4 John Bush, Dale Talde and David Maare the foodies behind Talde in Park S

Brooklyn has 170 subway stationsmore

than any other boroughand keeping them

clean and safe isnt easy. But with 27 years of

dedicated service with New York City Tran-

sit, Sheila Hutson is keeping New Yorkers

on track!

As an assistant chief officer in the division

of Stations Environment and Operations for

the MTA, Hutsona Brooklyn nativeis

responsible for 250 subway stations in

Brooklyn and Queens. Hutson started out as

a railroad clerk and ultimately rose to the

senior position responsible for approximately

2,300 employees, those who clean subway

stations and cars, serve the public as station

agents as well as their supervisors/managers.

Cleanliness and booth transactions are a big

part of the consumer experience so imagine

the pressures of the job!

In this position, you have to make things

happen, said Hutson. A key component to

a successful operation is being responsive to

our customers needs and I enjoy working

with riders every day. Teamwork within the

divisions and departments at MTA is also

key. I am thankful to the managerial, super-

visory and hourly personnel who work dili-

gently everyday within the subway system.

Approximately 14,000 tons of trash was

collected last year system-wide and although

the MTA recycled 7,000 tons, trash is one of

the biggest challenges of the job. Hutson re-

minds commuters that they can help by put-

ting trash in its proper place.

An avid cook, Hutson enjoys spending free

time with her husband of 17 years, James Bai-

ley, and sons, James III and Michael.

SPOTLIGHT ON

SERVICE!MTA Assistant Chief Office r in the

Division of Statio ns Environment and

Operations Sheila Hutson.

WORKING THE RAILS

A RegularBrooklyn!!Feature


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LIGHTEN UP BROOKLYN 2012 FITNESS FAIRLIGHTEN UP BROOKLYN 2012 FITNESS FAIR

July 1911:00 A.M.

to2:00 P.M.

July 1911:00 A.M.

to2:00 P.M.

Free exercise anddance demos

Healthy walk

with Marty Free t-shirts for

walk participants(while supplies last)

Special Guest

Ben Vereen (performing at

54 Below, July 10-21.

www.54below.com)

For more information:

www.brooklyn-usa.org or call 718.802.3530

NYC Parks & Recreation and NYC Dept of Health

Location: Borough Hall Plaza (Joralemon & Court Streets)

Who doesnt get cranky from a

sleepless night? For most, a quick nap

or an early night to bed does the trick.

But up to four percent of the popula-

tion suffers from serious sleep disorders

that disrupt sleep and/or seriously im-

pair the ability to do a job or go about

daytime activities.

Residents ofKensington/Prospect

Park and beyond are getting a little

more shut eye thanks to Sunset Sleep

Diagnostics (SSD), a group of board

certified physicians and technologists

who specialize in diagnosing and treat-

ing problem sleepers.

Mr. S. became an SSD patient when sleep deprivation affected his job performance

and even caused him to fall asleep while driving. After performing a sleep study, the SSD

team diagnosed him with sleep apnea, a sleep disorder of shallow or interrupted breath-

ing. They recommended a tonsillectomy and the procedure resolved the patients sleep

apnea. Other treatments include weight loss, breathing apparatus and masks and dental

aids that improve air passage. SSD also treats narcolepsy, insomnia, pediatric sleep disor-ders and other sleep issues.

SSD Medical Director Dr. Diego Diaz enjoys helping patients improve their daily

lives. Poor or interrupted sleep can cause or worsen hypertension, diabetes and heart dis-

ease, said Dr. Diaz. It can also affect concentration at work as well as sexual function.

A good nights sleep is essentialnot just for quality of life, but life itselfand Sunset

Sleep Diagnostics is making sure Brooklynites get their ZZZs!Sunset Sleep Diagnostics serves both adult and children; 651A Coney Island Ave,

2nd Fl; (718) 676-6455.

CHANNELING RIP VAN WINKLE!

4 Dr. Mujibur R. Majumder and Dr. Diego A.Diaz of Sunset Sleep Diagnostics.


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BROOKLYN BEAT II

4Brooklyn is proud home to the fastest-growing Chinese community inNew York. So it was fitting that Brooklyn host the Beijing Guo ShengPeking Opera Troupes first performance in the United States at Rouletteon Atlantic Ave. Pictured with Marty are Deputy Consul GeneralXiaojun Dong; Deputy District Mayor of Chaoyang District PeoplesGovernment of Beijing Municipality Wang Yang; and Winnie Greco,American Asia Economy & Culture Development Association president.

4Midwood resident and Yeshivah of Flatbush High School seniorAkiva Abramowitz won fi rst place (among students of the diaspora)and second place (internationally) in the 49th International BibleContest for Jewish Youth. Congratulating Akiva was Israels PrimeMinister Benjamin Netanyahu, who praised him for receiving thesecoveted titles, an outstanding effort since it is quite unusual for a non-Israeli to place among the top three champions.

4 Atlantic Terrace at 212 S. Oxford Street in Fort Greene paffordable homes in one of Brooklyn's first LEED Gold certifiedings for mixed-income residents. Among those gathered for thecutting were Fifth Ave. Committees Heather Gershen; FAC BoarJamie Torres Springer; Map Architects Petr Stand; NYC DeputRobert Steel; HDC President Marc Jahr; Marty; Mega ConPresident Hercules Argyriou; Citi Community Capitals AndyFAC Executive Director Michelle de la Uz; Citis Steve HaCommissioner Mathew Wambua; NYC Housing PartPresident/CEO Dan Martin; Citi North America CEO Bill MilHomes and Community Renewal Commissioner/CEO Darryland Hirschen, Singer & Epstein Principal Alan Epstein.

4In Brooklyn, the force is always with you! Marty joined Darth Vaderand friends at Puppetry Arts Festival of Brooklyn held near Park Slopeadjacent to the Old Stone House and MS51. Puppetry Arts is dedicatedto bringing the art of puppets into the classroom, community and the-aters by spearheading productions, event and workshops for kids andfamilies. The executive director of Puppetry Arts is Tim Young.

4 A Brooklyn power makes it official! All of Br

joined in spirit when Peterand Denise Arbesu recentl

ried. Guests were asked to

contributions to the Am

Cancer Society rather thanwedding gifts. Peter is Br

Chamber of Commerce chair as well as TD Bank

market president, and his

bride, Denise, is the Chavice chair as well as a Ci

senior VP; both are also a

involved in countless Brcharitable events. Congr

the happy couple!

4The duties of a borough president are demanding but Martys on thejob! At the U.S. Army Garrison at Fort Hamiltonwith the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge in the backgroundMarty was surrounded by the bevyof beauties who competed in the Miss New York 2012 State pageant.Marty was thrilled to learn that Park Slopes Mallory Hagan, who wonthe Miss New York City crown in March, beat out 25 other contestants,was crowned Miss New York and will now compete for the title of MissAmerica! Hagan is pictured second from left of Marty.

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Jerome Albert, founder of Astroland,

led the restoration of the Cyclone roller

coaster, husband to Carol Albert and oneof Coney Islands biggest boosters Bernice Brown, past president of Key

Women of America and a CB3 boardmember for three decades Dr. JerryBurns, pastor of Open Door Church OfGod In Christ Charles Davis, activemember of the Central Brooklyn

Independent Democrats Leo Dillon, childrens book illustra-tor Ellis S. Franke, former Conciliation & Appeals Board ofNYC executive director, Housing Court judge and Borough

Halls Mitchell Lama Housing specialist volunteer Lawrence

Frost, former president of Temple Beth Emeth v OhrProgressive Shaari Zedek Warner Fusselle, the voice of the

Cyclones since 2001 aka The Fuse Anthony Gigantiello,father of Monsignor Jamie Gigantiello Dennis Holt, Dean

of Brooklyn reporters and one of the most

talented in the business, co-founding edi-tor of theBrooklyn Phoenix, longtimecolumnist and senior editor for the

Brooklyn Daily Eagle Aaron

Ingram, actor, director and founder ofActNow Foundation Greg JockoJackson, longtime BrownsvilleRecreation Center manager, foundingdirector of Community Solutions

Brownsville Partnership, a former Knick and belovedBrownsville activist Harold Hal B. Jackson, a living legend,noted broadcaster, civil rights leader and the first African

American inducted into the National

Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame

and the Radio Hall of Fame AnnaJefferson , former state senator who

served Bed-Stuy with distinction, andlongtime resident of Clinton Hill

Josephina Johnson, Brooklyn activist and

CB17 board member Phyllis

Lichtenstein, wife of HarveyLichtenstein, legendary BAM president

emeritus Nick Buff Maglio, longtime Brooklyn KiwanisBaseball League president, founder of the Kiwanis FlagFootball League and activist who promoted safety and served

youth through sports Donald Marchese, Royal Plasticsfounder and member of Miramar Yacht Club in SheepsheadBay Kathleen Morrison, director of Crown Heights

Community Center and a Crown Heights activist Lt.

Richard Nappi, firefighter at Engine Company 237 who gavehis life serving Brooklyn Everett

Ortner, community activist whowithwife Evelynled the restoration of theBrooklyn brownstone by purchasing and

renovating a Park Slope home in 1963and later founded the BrownstoneRevival Committee Shirley E. JoePayne, former Atlantic Ave. Local Dev.Corp. president, CB2 member, WWII

veteran and baseball player in the Negro

League Elsie Richardson, tireless civil rights leader who also,working with Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm, helped estab-lish Medgar Evers College, Bed-Stuy Restoration and the

Caribbean-American Chambe

Commerce Alan Rodus, father

Rodus, deputy director, Finance, Council Fortunato Fred R

longtime administrator/educator 318 in Williamsburg who was rappointed superintendent of DistriMaurice Sendak, Brooklyn-born, ple award-winning childrens book and illustrator who penned WherWild Things Are, among ot

Mildred Silverstein, an original member of CB15 whalso known as Mrs. Kings Highway for her service

Kings Highway Board of Trade Carmen Luisa Vel

mother of Congress Member Nydia Velzquez Walkes, CB 16 member Beatryce Tillman Waters, m

of Key Women of America since 1973 and Grace Church member Barry Weinbrom, environmental ed

who taught science in the NYC

school system for more than decades, cofounded Saving Earth Day (SEED) to involve kids in safe

ing the planets resources and foundeducational consulting company, AMajor General Enoch H. William

mer City Council member who serv41st Council District for 19 yeaserved for more than 30 years in th

tary retiring as commander of thYork Army National Guard Adam MCA Yauch, foumember of the Beastie Boys.


Summer 2012

Name: Marcos Luis

Age: 32

Restaurant: Cheryls Global Soul

(236 Underhill Avenue)

Prospect Heights

Cuisine:World fare: food and spices

from all over the world

Lives in: Ft. Greene

Hails from: Chicago

Interests/Hobbies: Marcos is an artist at heart; hes a photog-

rapher, musician and an actor

Trademark:Theres no act to Marcos smooth, courteous

style and his go with the flow sense of ease.

Why he likes waiting tables: Because of its locationand

no doubt because of the homemade global cuisineCheryls

draws an interesting array of people. Marcos is thrilled to be

a part of that thriving community.

Favorite Dish: Soy Sake Glazed Salmon served on a bed of jas-

mine rice with sauted spinach and a garnish of Norior the

signature Sea Bass Escavitchor theoh, its so hard to choose!

Most interesting/famous person youve ever waited on:

Marcos just cant pick one since all of their customers become

part of the community. By the end of the meal, the great food

and the comfortable, casual family atmosphere makes every-

one want to come back for more.

WORTH THEIR WAIT IN GOLD

BROOKLYN MOURNS

Greg Jackson

Name: Olga Potap

Age: 27

Restaurant: Karloff

(254 Court Street)

Cobble Hill

Cuisine: From Eastern European to

South American

Lives in: Carroll Gardens

Hails from: Russia

Interests/Hobbies: No, Olga is not an aspiring actor or

singershes actually interested in the restaurant biz. She also

makes jewelry in her spare time.

Trademark: Olgas trademark is her friendly, bubbly per-

sonality!

Why she likes waiting tables: Olga finds waitressing inter-

esting because of all the conversations she gets to have with

people she wouldnt ordinarily meet.

Favorite Dish: Its a tossup between the latkes with mushroom

gravy and the lobster mac n cheese.

Most interesting/famous person youve ever waited on: Most

interesting had to be the guy who made the entire wait staff

nervous because they thought he was a restaurant critic. He or-

dered multiple dishes and jotted down notes about each one.

Turns out he was simply doing research for the new restaurant

he was planning to open. And he was too nice to be a critic!

Name: Carlos Aquayza

Age: 47

Restaurant: Colandrea

New Corner Restaurant

(7201 8th Ave.)

Bay Ridge

Cuisine: Italian

Lives in:Williamsburg

Hails from: Ecuador

Interests/Hobbies: Carlos enjoys music and pl

the bass guitar in his spare time as well as wor

construction projects.

Trademark: Carlos is a poised and efficient s

whose experience puts everyone at ease.

Why he likes waiting tables: Colandrea is like a

ond home to Carlos and he considers his collea

like family.

Favorite Dish: Chicken Valdostana (boneless c

en breast stuffed with prosciutto and mozza

breaded and baked, and topped with mozzarella

marsala mushroom sauce).

Most interesting/famous person youve ever w

ed on:Jackie Mason and Rudy Giulianinot a

same time!

Everett Ortner

Elsie Richardson

Beatryce Tillman

Waters

Major General

Enoch H. Williams

Bernice Brown


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Summer 2012

For 14 years, Our Place has helped

young Jewish men facing the challenges

of adolescence. Founded in 1998 by

Moishe Binik, Our Place helps Jewish

youth sidelined by substance abuse,

school expulsion, family issues or emo-

tional or learning disabilities.

With four Brooklyn locations in

neighborhoods like Flatbush and Mid-

wood, troubled teens can get a warm wel-

come from a nonjudgmental adult. Our

Place Youth Center offers young men

drug counseling and therapy with li-

censed social workers; theres also a gym,

pool tables and kids can get a hot meal.

Our Place Girls Center provides at-risk

females with emotional support and offers classes and activities in a secure environmen

The Living Room is a structured substance abuse center. Support groups, counseli

placement and vocational training help get young men back on track. Yeshiva Simchas C

offers classes and GED accreditation for teenaged boys who struggled in other schools.

Our Place offers whole life therapy for kids in trouble. Whether they need schohome therapy or help with substance abuse, we have a team of health professionals wh

young people the help they need, said Our Place spokesperson, Joe Yurowitz.

Like many not for profits, Our Place exists on the financial donations, so if you w

help Jewish youth face some of lifes difficulties, please consider a tax-deductable donaOur Place Youth Center, 1815 Avenue M, (718) 692-4058; Our Place Girls Cente

E. 12th St., (718) 692-4058; The Living Room, 2974 Nostrand Ave., (917) 596-0784;

va Simchas Chaim, 510 Ave M, (646) 671-3587; Yeshiva applications: (917) 751-202

WELCOME TO OUR PLACE

4 Our Place Youth Center at 1815 Avenoffers a welcoming place where Jewish youtget counseling, advice or just hang out withfriends. Site manager Mark Schickler pictu

back row, sixth from the left.

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