World Cup Wrap Up

Soccer Fever on Montague Street!

Last Sunday, Montague Street hosted a special edition of Open Streets. Hundreds of  fans turned out for the FIFA World Cup Final Watch Party between Henry and Clinton Streets.
 
The large, diverse crowd came alive with each play, enjoyed the first-ever halftime show, supported local businesses, and erupted in excitement as Spain defeated Argentina 1-0. Local youth soccer groups Soccer Legion FC, Soccer Shots, VP Soccer, and Super Soccer Stars ran clinics and games throughout the day, and the Panini sticker trading area was abuzz with kids of all ages working to complete their books.
 
A huge THANK YOU to Van Leeuwen Ice Cream for providing their wifi connection so we could stream the match, and to Montague Diner for providing electricity. 
 
On the other end of Montague Street, L'Appartement 4F hosted a sold-out Bastille Day Celebration filled with summer produce, hot dogs topped with caviar, and French bubbly. The French-flavored block party also supported Natoora's Farm Fund, which helps young growers cover the costs of operating conscious farms. It was a beautiful day that brought community, joy, and vibrant business to the neighborhood.
 
Community, joy, and local business, all in one beautiful afternoon. Thank you to everyone who came out!
 
Photos above: Fans watch the match on giant TV's spread out on the Clinton to Henry black. BHA President Jeremy Lechtzin organized the Panini sticker trading and raffle prizes for three lucky winners. 
 

Empire Bin Deadline is Approaching Fast

As we shared earlier this month, the Department of Sanitation is expanding its stationary on-street trash bins (known as Empire Bins) to all of Community District 2.  Beginning this fall, all residential buildings in Brooklyn Heights with 31 or more units are required to have designated on-street bins (buildings with 10-30 units can also opt-in).  In case you missed the information session, we are sharing the presentation with you here.

Enroll in this program by Friday, July 31!

In addition, DSNY is planning a limited pilot program for smaller buildings (under 10 units) to join together (minimum 15 units combined) to participate.  If your building is interested in participating with a neighboring building (s) of any size, please reach out to CM Restler's office at district33@council.nyc.gov.
 

Interested in Volunteering at the Showhouse?

We are kicking into high gear for our most important fundraiser this fall!  The Brooklyn Heights Designer Showhouse will open to the public on Friday, October 2 through Sunday November 1.  Tickets will be available in early September and visiting hours will be Thursdays and Fridays 11am-7pm, Saturdays 10am-7pm and Sundays 10am-5pm.  As always, we rely on a large group of volunteers to staff the house during these hours.  Volunteers will be trained to answer basic questions about the house and the designers, as well as ensure that the rooms and design work remain secure.

If you have volunteered with the Showhouse in the past, you will receive a link to sign up in September.  If you are a new volunteer and are interested in helping out, please email our Showhouse Volunteer Captain, Sadie Horton at volunteer@thebha.org and she will add you to the list.

Save the Date!  Our Opening Night Party, our biggest event of the Showhouse season, will be held on Wednesday evening, September 30.  Tickets will go on sale later this summer.

Interested in a Private Tour or Event?  The Showhouse will be open Mondays through Wednesdays for private group tours and events.  If you'd like to more, please email us at showhouse@thebha.org.
 

Praise for our Promenade Gardeners!

In case you missed it, check out this article in the Brooklyn Eagle, which shares the story and all the smiles behind the dedicated talent of our Promenade Garden Conservancy.
 

Keep Free Kayaking Afloat!

The non-profit Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse is seeking more volunteers for the FREE Public Kayaking program on Pier 2 in Brooklyn Bridge Park. No prior kayaking experience is necessary -- they need volunteers of all ages to help kayakers with life jackets, help getting participants in and out of kayaks, and help with set up for each shift Wednesday & Thursday nights and Saturdays and Sundays during the day.

This is a great community service option to meet a range of people, enjoy skyline views and enable Brooklynites to enjoy the water. As a thank you benefit, volunteers get access to FREE Kayak Training sessions and FREE guided Kayak trips to destinations like Red Hook, Greenpoint and Governor's Island. Please check out for more information.
 

Unacceptable Conditions at

Riverside Apartments

The Riverside Apartments, located on Columbia Place and Joralemon Street is one of the last remaining rent-stabilized, affordable housing complexes in Brooklyn Heights.  Unfortunately, Pinnacle Group, the buildings' landlord, has failled to address unsafe living conditions predominant in the building.

The tenants in the 157 homes, in partnership with Councilmember Lincoln Restler and Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon along with many neighbors recently rallied to demand safe and dignified housing. Read more about their fight in the Brooklyn Paper and the Brooklyn Eagle.
 

Last Call for Hat Designs
The BHA is cooking up some new merch, and we want your art!
 
Submit your original design for this year’s BHA community hat for a chance to see your artwork produced and worn around the neighborhood. The deadline to submit your design is August 1.


Winner receives a box of sweet treats from L'Appartement 4F and the opportunity to gloat around the neighborhood.  

Psst - Remember, no AI-generated artwork is permitted.
 

Shop a Brooklyn Institution

Sahadi's moved from it's original Manhattan location to 187 Atlantic Avenue in 1948 and is now operated by the fourth generation of the original family founders.

Shop at Sahadi's ane enjoy hummus, cheese, spices, coffee and a delicious variety of prepared and packaged Middle Eastern fare.

BHA members enjoy a free coffee with a $25 purchase (one per visit).  Simply show your BHA Member Card or this email with your membership status below
 
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Only with the strength and commitment of its members can the BHA be a strong advocate for the Brooklyn Heights community.
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Brooklyn Heights Association
55 Pierrepont St, Box 17D
Brooklyn, NY 11201
718-858-9193 info@thebha.org

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