June 1–7, 2018 including KINGS COURIER & FLATBUSH LIFE FREE SERVING BENSONHURST, , , GERRITSEN BEACH, KINGS HIGHWAY, BEACH, MIDWOOD, & SHEEPSHEAD BAY A PEEK AT THE PEAK Inside the gigantic tower on Sheepshead Bay Road BY ADAM LUCENTE This tower is in high de- mand. The soaring luxury resi- Bring on the sun! dential building in Sheep- shead Bay is open for busi- Ceciclia Skinnirud, Sara Aasen, Ingveig Eilresten, and Ida Jahensen, all visiting from Norway, enjoyed the ness, and this paper got a peak relatively tropical sunshine at ’s premier beach, which opened Memorial Day weekend. For more, inside. The owner of the con- see page 14. Photo by Paul Martinka dominiums atop the 28-story building said it serves people who want to stay in Southern Brooklyn, but are looking for New Coney Island retail space opens a place that’s high in both height and class. BY ADAM LUCENTE able to fi ll that need.” in Coney Island, including “It’s the only condo in RISE UP: The 28-story rental and This building is open for busi- Cammeby’s new, seven- a 41-story residential tower Southern Brooklyn at this condominium tower at One Brook- ness! story, glassy building be- with ground-fl oor retail on height,” said Jason Muss of lyn Bay is open and people are The new retail and of- tween Shell Road and W. Neptune Avenue, which is set Muss Development. “We took moving in. CNG / Adam Lucente fi ce center on Coney Island’s Sixth Street offi cially opened to open in early 2019. everything up a level.” Sheepshead Bay Road fi nally on May 23, and new tenants The building sits on the One Brooklyn Bay in- The can’t-miss building opened with a ribbon-cutting can now move in at any time, lesser known — and dis- cludes condos and penthouses sits on Sheepshead Bay Road ceremony on May 23. The lead but much of the space is al- jointed — section Sheep- owned by Muss Development, near Voorhies Avenue and developer of the Neptune- ready spoken for . shead Bay Road, sandwiched as well as rental units owned commands a stunning view of Sixth project said his goal is The beloved DII depart- between Shell Road and W. by Avalon Bay, with the con- the bay. for Southern Brooklynites ment store on Neptune Av- Sixth Street, and a stone’s dos and penthouses on the A closer look shows the de- to be able to shop and work enue will move there in Sep- throw from Neptune Avenue higher fl oors. Shared between velopment is indeed unique without needing to venture to tember. A post offi ce, Kruppa in Coney Island. the two types of living spaces for the neighborhood. The Manhattan. Cards, I & M Wines & Liquors, The developers believe the are several amenities, includ- condo units have high ceil- “We need to have re- and other companies are also Sheepshead Bay Road build- ing a swimming pool, a pet ings, and have clear views of sources for our residents booked for the building, and ing will help give Coney Is- run, a gym, and a children’s the ocean, Emmons Avenue, here locally,” said Avi Schron there is parking on the sec- land a makeover. The vice play area. And because it’s in Manhattan Beach, and even to the crowd of about 50 peo- ond fl oor. The building is president of development at Southern Brooklyn, it has a Manhattan proper — depend- ple who had gathered for the part of the company’s wider Cammeby’s said this mission bocce ball court, too. Continued on page 12 opening. “We’re happy to be plans to build modern spaces Continued on page 12

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BY COLIN MIXSON Their future is carved in stone! Green-Wood Cemetery turned a 19th-century mauso- leum into a classroom for 10 CRASH: Two cars collided near Avenue T and Ryder Street in Marine budding stonemasons, who la- Park on the night of May 23. Photo by Steve Solomonson bored for nearly three months repairing the more than 100- year-old crypt as part of a free training program to prepare Five injured in students for the rigors of re- storing historic structures to their former glory, according to the graveyard’s restoration Marine Park crash chief. “It required the fi nest kind THE CLASSROOM: Green-Wood’s budding stonemasons labored to re- BY ADAM LUCENTE of work,” said Neela Wick- store the Miller Mausoleum over 10 weeks of hands-on training. One person suffered serious remesinghe, manager of res- Photo by Jason Speakman injuries when two cars col- toration and preservation at lided on Avenue T on May 23. Green-Wood Cemetery, who joints, before fi lling in the “There’s a need for new Firefi ghters responded to pulled double duty heading up space between the marble professionals in the fi eld,” she the crash near Ryder Street the training program. “They blocks with new mortar, while said. “They were able to gain shortly after 10 pm. They were new to it and expected taking care to avoid damaging a lot of knowledge and certifi - brought one person with sig- to do incredibly high-quality any of the historic stonework, cations that makes them very nifi cant injuries to Kings work, and they did.” Wickremesinghe said. hirable.” County Hospital, according During a 10-week training “Being careful and taking But the job is about more to a fi re department spokes- course, students renovated your time is really important than a paycheck, according man. INJURIES: Firefi ghters brought the Miller Mausoleum, one in this line of work,” Wick- to one of Green-Wood’s gradu- “It was serious, possibly fi ve people to area hospitals, and of 700 above-ground tombs in remesinghe said. ates, who said it just felt good life-threatening,” the spokes- one patient was in serious condi- Green-Wood, and the single All students passed the to do work that others would man said. tion. Photo by Steve Solomonson largest marble mausoleum in hands-on course with fl ying appreciate. Four other people went to the cemetery. colors, making them eligible “It’s a very rewarding feel- Coney Island Hospital with Police did not have a re- The stonemasons-in-train- for standard construction jobs ing to bring back a historic “minor, non-life-threatening port on the crash, according ing — nine men and one along with lucrative gigs re- mausoleum,” said Browns- injuries,” according to the to a police spokeswoman, in- woman — used various pow- storing historic buildings — ville native Reuben Stewart. spokesman. He did not have dicating that there are cur- ered and traditional tools to a specialty for which experts “It has a lot of value to the fam- further details on the inci- rently no charges nor a police chisel out what remained of are in demand, according to ily, but also the public. People dent. investigation. the 1870-built crypt’s rotted Wickremesinghe. come by and see it every day.”

Man is charged with hate crime after assault

BY ADAM LUCENTE E. 46th Street when the ac- A man is facing strangulation cused walked past him and and hate-crime charges after allegedly yelled profanities at allegedly attacking a Jewish him, and also “you Jews took man walking home from syn- my house and mortgage.” agogue in East Flatbush. The man then allegedly The man received a 17- ran at the victim from be- count indictment on May 23, hind, squeezed his neck and which included strangula- head, and punched him in tion as a hate crime, assault the head and body. Two pass- as a hate crime, and other ersby intervened while the charges, according to the dis- man continued to yell about trict attorney’s offi ce. the victim’s religion, and the “This alleged attack victim suffered injuries to his against a religious person is head and body, according to disturbing and completely the district attorney’s offi ce. unacceptable,” said District The police Hate Crimes Attorney Eric Gonzalez. Task Force used surveillance “Brooklyn’s strength is in its videos in the area to identify diversity.” the alleged assailant, and ar- Prosecutors said that on rested him on April 27. April 21, the 52-year-old vic- The alleged attacker is tim was walking home after currently in jail. He is due prayers on the Jewish sab- to return to court on Aug. 15, CHIP OFF THE OLD BLOCK: Green-Wood celebrated the graduation of its inaugural class of stonemasons on bath near Rutland Road and 2018, the offi ce said. May 24. Photo by Jason Speakman MBRBG COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1–7, 2018 3 PS 207 students say ‘Bye’ to ‘Birdie’

BY ADAM LUCENTE Simek. “The students are so reminiscent of early rock ‘n’ These birdies can sing! supportive of each other.” roll, according to Simek. The kids at PS 207 put on The children at the Fill- “Everyone in the audience another dazzling performance more Avenue institution put on was very into the energy of in Marine Park on May 18, this two plays per year. This year’s that one,” she said. time of the musical “Bye Bye stage musical tells the story of The children did so well Birdie.” The school’s drama a popular singer who is drafted that Simek said it will be director said the elementary into the army — a tale inspired years before they perform PLAYHOUSE: (Left) Elementary school kids at PS 207 in Marine Park school students’ teamwork is by Elvis Presley’s life. “Bye Bye Birdie” again, be- sang their hearts out during a performance of the stage musical “Bye what enables them to put on The strongest part of the cause it would be hard to top Bye Birdie” on May 18. (Center) Max Hesse and Cassie Bunnell as Albert compelling shows. show was the kids’ rendition this month’s show. Peterson and Rose Alverez. (Above) Jayden Bernard played heartthrob “It was such a wonderful of “Honestly Sincere” — a “I’m not sure we could rec- Conrad Birdie, whose character was inspired by Elvis Presley, but whose production,” said Kimberly fast-paced, guitar-driven tune reate that magic,” she said. name is a play on country star Conway Twitty. Photos by Steve Solomonson I am living proof that methadone treatment works.

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MBRBG COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1–7, 2018 7 The lout stole the phone from the 63RD PRECINCT store between 18th and 19th avenues MARINE PARK—MILL BASIN—FLATLANDS— at around 1:10 pm, according to the BERGEN BEACH report. Car shopping Aspiring burglar Some nogoodnik stole a woman’s A nogoodik entered a 79th Street belongings out of her car parked on home on May 23, but left empty- Avenue I sometime between May 19 handed. and May 21. The intruder — who didn’t even The car owner told cops that she take anything — entered the home parked her four-wheeler near E. 55th 68TH PRECINCT Basement cash between 19th and 20th avenues just Street around 6 pm and returned to BAY RIDGE—DYKER HEIGHTS A burglar broke into a basement before 3:15 pm, according to the re- it two days later to discover several door in a Parkway port. of her credit cards, cash, and her Dog days of summer home on May 24 and stole $100. social security card were missing The crook entered the home be- Police arrested a man who they Easy steal from the vehicle. tween 70th and 71st streets through found with a knife and who kept two A thief stole credit and debit Cop say the woman came to real- the basement door around 11:30 dogs locked in a car on 64th Street cards and a cellphone from an un- ize that she left the car unlocked. pm, damaging the padlock in the locked car parked on Bay 11th on May 26, cops said. process, and fl ed on foot once he Street sometime between May 23 Offi cers responded to a call that grabbed the cash. Phantom shopper two dogs were allegedly locked in a and 24. A good-for-nothing used a Troy car between 10th and 11th avenues The owner — who told police Avenue woman’s credit card and around 12:30 pm. Offi cers found the A clean getaway he forgot to lock the car doors — spent $510 at an electronics store on canines panting and barking with A baddie entered a woman’s 89th parked the vehicle between Benson May 7. dry mouths and eyes, and when Street basement on May 25 while and Bath avenues at around 8 pm, The victim, who lives near Av- they got the dogs out, they showed she was doing laundry — but ran and found that the lout had broken enue I, told police that she received symptoms of dehydration and signs when she scared him off. into it and stolen the goods when he an alert on her phone around 4 pm of fatigue, including twitching and The unlawful entry occurred at returned to it the next morning, ac- notifying her of a purchase charged being unsteady on their feet, police the home between Third and Fourth cording to authorities. to her card. According to authori- said. avenues just after 4:15 pm, when the ties, the woman was still in posses- When one of the dogs became perp walked through the woman’s Woke up too late sion of her card, but has canceled open basement door, cops said. unconscious, medical personnel A pilferer stole a wallet from a and replaced it with a new one. brought him to a clinic, where he is He only stayed for a few seconds before the homeowner confronted sleepy straphanger who fell asleep in critical and unstable condition, on the D train on May 24. Not-so-fast according to the police report. Po- him and he fl ed on 89th Street to- wards Third Avenue, according to The man awoke at the 25th Av- Police arrested a 33-year-old lice arrested the man on the scene, the report. enue stop near 86th Street in Bath man for breaking into a woman’s where they also discovered he had a Beach at around 4:30 am, only to knife, authorities said. car parked on Avenue R sometime fi nd out his billfold — containing overnight on May 22 and stealing 62ND PRECINCT $20 and a credit card — was gone, her wallet. Time for jail police said. The owner of the vehicle told po- A pair of robbers punched a man BENSONHURST—BATH BEACH lice that she parked and locked her in his eye and then stole his Rolex Gone after forgotten car in her driveway between Ryder watch along with a gold chain, cell- Baddie’s broomstick A sneak stole a woman’s wallet and Kimball streets around 3 pm, phone, and credit cards on Fourth A lout struck a man in the face — with $150 and credit cards inside and discovered the next day around Avenue on May 23. with a wooden stick on 62nd Street — from the counter of a Bay Park- 5 am that someone had broken her The theft occurred at 77th Street on May 27. way store on May 25, after she acci- car and stole her wallet. just after 11:15 pm, when the punks The assault occurred at 15th Av- dentally left it there. Several minutes later, police hopped out of a gray Jeep before one enue just before 6 pm, when the bad- When the woman realized she alerted the woman that a suspect of them punched the man and the die came at the man out of nowhere, they apprehended on Ryder Street other grabbed his phone and credit addressing him by saying “hey you” had forgotten the wallet at the store was in possession of her wallet, ac- cards from his pockets, police re- and then striking him, according to between 68th Street and Bay Ridge cording to the police report. ported. Then, the two worked to- the report. Avenue at around 11 am, she re- gether to steal the man’s expensive The crook then fl ed in a car on turned, but found that a lout had al- Card crook watch and gold chain before fl ee- 62nd Street towards 16th Avenue, ready grabbed it, cops said. A fraudster charged thousands ing on Fourth Avenue towards 86th and emergency medical person- to an E. 52nd Street senior’s credit Street, according to the report. nel transported the man to Maimo- Petty theft card on May 15. nides Medical Center to be treated A lowlife broke into a W. Sixth Police say the 75-year-old victim, A vandal’s scrawl for his bruises sustained in the at- Street store and stole $70 on May who lives near Avenue N, was pos- A nogoodnik vandalized a wom- tack, cops said. 25. session of her bank card, but some an’s car by writing on it when she The pilferer entered the store at bandit was able to buy $9,951 worth parked it in a spot blocking his Co- Quick on their feet Kings Highway just before 10:15 pm of purchases at a Manhattan depart- lonial Road driveway on May 24. A pair of marauders stole a — ostensibly by pushing in a win- ment store. The woman parked her vehicle man’s Air Jordan sneakers from his dow air conditioning unit — and at 91st Street around 6:30 am, and hands while he was holding them in stole the cash from a drawer, ac- Faux kin when she returned, the homeowner a Kings Highway store on May 21. cording to the report. Some trickster scammed $100,000 had allegedly written, “Don’t block The thieves grabbed the shoes out of a Fillmore Avenue senior be- driveway, pay for parking” on the from the store between Lake Street Didn’t make it far tween October of 2017 and May 25. car, police reported. and McDonald Avenue just before 6 Police arrested a man who they The 91-year-old, who lives near E. pm before fl eeing on foot on McDon- say tried to steal electronics from a 34th Street, told police that someone Acid trip ald Avenue in different directions, Bay Parkway store on May 27. claiming to be his grandson called A lout damaged a Fourth Avenue police reported. The man tried to leave the store him over several months, claiming business’s storefront mirrors using at Shore Parkway with the goods to be in trouble and asking for large liquid acid on May 24. Phoned it in at around 7:30 pm, but a loss pre- amounts of money. Cops say the se- The vandalism occurred be- A law-averting deliveryman stole vention offi cer saw the attempted nior received more than 12 calls and tween Bay Ridge and Ovington av- a man’s iPhone X from the counter steal and reported it to police, ac- sent the man more than $100,000, enues at around 10:15 pm, according of a 65th Street business where he cording to the report. said cops. — Bobby Kirschenbaum to authorities. was making a delivery on May 23. — Julianne McShane

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MBRBG COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1–7, 2018 9 Coney’s view to a thrill

BY COLIN MIXSON At 21 miles per hour, the “It’s fi rst in the world, This Coney thrill ride keeps it new drop-tower-style ride is the perfect balance between under the limit. practically street legal, not thrills and the best view of Co- Adrenaline junkies who even topping the city’s blan- ney Island you can have from scored seats on the inaugural ket 25-miles-per-hour speed the beach,” said Allesandro ride of ’s new Astro limit that Mayor DeBlasio set Zamperla, president of Central Tower amusement on May 25 in 2014. Amusement International, walked away with their need But the ride was meant to which manages Luna Park. for speed left unfulfi lled, ac- straddle the roles of observa- The amusement district’s cording to one thrill seeker, tion deck and thrill ride, ac- iconic , at 150- who complained that the ride’s cording to the amusement feet tall, remains the tallest at- TOWERING HEIGHTS: (Above) At 137-feet tall, the new Astro Tower is top speed of 21 miles per hour park’s big kahuna, who de- traction in town, but the views just shorter than the 150-foot-tall Wonder Wheel, but riders agreed it still left much to be desired. scribed views from the peak of are still pretty sweet from atop offered a pretty sweet view of Coney Island. (Center) Intrepid reporter “It was a little slow,” said the rotating Astro Tower’s 137- the Astro Tower, according to Colin Mixson was not afraid to give a fi rst-hand account of his ride. (Left) Bensonhurst’s John Fruente. foot apex as the best in town. Continued on page 29 First-time riders take the plunge. Community News Group / Alexandra Simon

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ing on which side the home faces. The swimming pool area is surrounded by a neatly manicured lawn that sports a % variety of seating, several grills, and a gazebo. The gym is near the pool, and a lounge area separates the two. APY2 The condo units include wooden 2.25 fl oors, marble bathrooms, large kitch- “People are really happy,” he said. ens, and small balconies. The pent- “We’re adding a nice number of peo- houses atop the building offer the ple.” best views, of course, as well as large Muss said most of the buyers so far balconies with room for guests and have been from Brooklyn, and that grills. they are drawn to the building pre- The big tower is part of a wave of cisely because it is so unique in the development in Sheepshead Bay since area. And he doesn’t anticipate any- Hurricane Sandy . Some critics say body building another giant tower the neighborhood is losing its old, in the heart of Sheepshead Bay again low-rise character , but Muss said the any time soon. sales they’ve made show there is sup- “This is extraordinarily rare,” he port for the project. said.

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Cadets Kedar Martinez, Caitlyn ucate about aviation. foundation throughout high Let’s face it, times are hard for all, Blanco, Elise Slaughter, Ahmad Floyd Bennett American Legion school. Her plans for the future so the congregation at Beth Aaron Syn- Wint, George LaTorre, Dinis Post [5601 Avenue N at East 56th include college and law school. agogue is helping to serve the needs of Murin, Sofya Murina, Abigail Street in Flatlands, (347) 661–2038]. “I like helping people,” she the Bay community by hosting a much- said. needed food pantry. To donate to Skye’s the Limit, It’s open every Wednesday from gally blind. 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Downstate, College of Medicine [450 on the state of affairs on man’s best Starters Inc., on June 16 from 10 am Beth Aaron Synagogue, [2261 Bragg Clarkson Ave. at New York Avenue in friend who were affected by the hurri- to 11:30 am. St. between Avenues W and V in Sheep- Prospect Lefferts Gardens, (718) 270– cane in Puerto Rico. There will also be According to the American Heart shead Bay, (718) 646–9368]. 1000]. a complimentary breakfast and a spe- Association, effective CPR delivered cial gift for dogs attending. within four minutes of the initial ar- PROSPECT LEFFERTS GARDENS FIDO (Great Meadow in Prospect rest can double or triple an individu- Park, fi [email protected]) on al’s rate of survival. Move over the tassel Get your bark on June 2 from 7 to 9 am. Please note, attendance does not Huzza, huzza to borough son Brian Save the date — this Saturday, FIDO provide offi cial CPR certifi cation, but Ghezelaiagh on his graduation from will celebrate 20 years of monthly off- BAY RIDGE will teach basic CPR skills. the State University of New York leash playtime for dogs in Prospect Space is limited, please register by Downstate, College of Medicine. Park’s Great Meadow. Save another date calling the rep’s offi ce at (718) 987–0197 We all know medical school is a All are welcome — including Assemblywoman Nicole Malliota- or e-mail [email protected]. tough nut to crack, but this Standing pooches, companions, friends, and kis (R–Bay Ridge) is hosting a free Holy Angels Church Gymnasium O pal had one more obstacle than the families — to enjoy a morning fi lled Basics of CPR Training Instruction (7320 Fourth Ave. at 73rd Street in Bay norm to overcome — he was born le- with activities. workshop, provided by CPR Heart Ridge). 24 COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1–7, 2018 MBRBG

BIKES Continued from page 6 they’re going to be trip hazards, I bet they’re going to be stolen.” The president of the Coney-Brighton Boardwalk Alliance agreed that the city owes the community more information about how the system will oper- ate before fl ooding the neighborhood with vagrant velocipedes. “How does this technology work? Is there some plan that they have to not allow the person to just leave it on the Boardwalk?” said Rob Burstein. “If they’re suggesting 200 bikes that bikers are going to take on the Boardwalk during summer months, that’s an invitation for chaos. If that’s their plan, it seems utterly insane.” The Department of Transportation did not re- spond to inquiries about where the bikes would ini- tially be distributed, how the system would limit riding on the Boardwalk, how the technology would work, and who would be liable for injuries to riders. Another Brighton Beach activist said she was thoroughly opposed to the pedal-pushing plan — partly because some young bikers previously tried to run her down on the Boardwalk, even while she was walking with two canes. “The Boardwalk is for walking, not bicycles,” said Arlene Brenner. “At one particular time some youngsters decided, ‘let’s run into the lady,’ and in- deed they did — they got me from both sides, laugh- ing all the way, and then they started doing whee- lies.” ASTRO Continued from page 10 one rider. “It had beautiful views, and a nice breeze,” said Mark Willnauer, a resident who won a contest to be among the ride’s fi rst passengers. The ride was purpose-built for Coney Island by Zamperla Amusement Rides in Italy, and was shipped to New York in one massive piece, according to Luna Park spokeswoman Adriana Ball. The ride takes its name from former amusement park Astroland’s Astrotower, which graced the Co- ney skyline until 2013, when it was dismantled after it started swaying over Luna Park, forcing patrons to evacuate. The Astro Tower will be joined by the kid friendly Cosmo Jet and Coney Clipper pendulum rides later this summer, and follows the Thunderbolt roller coaster that opened in 2014, and 2016’s Endeavor spinning ride. RAMADAN Continued from page 16 MAX counseling and legal services, among others. The meal — featuring chicken with herbs and spices, samosas, and saffron rice from the nearby Ye- men Café — began with the adhan, the Islamic call to worship that signifi es the times for the fi ve daily prayers. Rabbi Marcelle Hohl and Father Joseph Nu- gent, from the neighborhood’s Saint Paul’s Church, also gave interfaith blessings, which Albilal said un- derscored both the spirit of Ramadan and the impor- tance of bringing people of different faiths together. “The interfaith blessing goes with the action-ori- ented initiative because it takes all of us to make a difference,” she said. “Ramadan is about peace, har- mony, and knowing one another. There’s a verse in the Quran that says, we made you in different lan- guages and different cultures so you can know one another.” MBRBG COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1–7, 2018 29 LETTERS J\e`fijnX`cn_\e8ZZ\jj$8$I`[\]X`cj To the editor, I am glad that the Transit Author- ity is planning to increase subway service. Maybe, someday, they may even do something about our ter- JFLE;F==KFK?<<;@KFI rible bus service. However, there is another serious travel problem that Ciflg# ( portation from the outer boroughs, their cars on their lawns are okay, at 228 as the picture in the newspa- D\kifK\Z_:\ek\iEfik_#9iffbcpe#EP Long Island, New Jersey or upstate you didn’t mention them. How about per tries to depict. Other teachers to their offices in Manhattan or private security like the Shomrim, were forced out by forced retirement. (()'(#fi\$dX`ckf\[`kfi`Xc7Ze^cfZXc% downtown Brooklyn because the or those with VAS plates? They park Imagine sending a list around at the Zfd%Gc\Xj\`eZcl[\pfliX[[i\jjXe[ transportation system is intention- on sidewalks just about everywhere. end of June to ask you if you’re retir- k\c\g_fe\eldY\i]fijfn\ZXeZfe$ ally set up that way since the highest By singling out, “Why are the police ing? How unprofessional could you Ôidpflj\ekk_\c\kk\i%N\i\j\im\ concentration of employment is cen- above the law?” you imply there is be? k_\i`^_kkf\[`kXccZfii\jgfe[\eZ\# trally located in commercial or office this intentional conspiratorial arro- I taught at 228 years ago, when n_`Z_ Y\Zfd\j k_\ gifg\ikp f] zoning. gance on behalf of the Department to teaching there really meant some- :fli`\iC`]\GlYc`ZXk`fej% Public services, i.e., police, fire, thumb their nose at the public when thing. Ed Greenspan educators are, by nature, community- all they are trying to do is the job Sheepshead Bay

30 COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1–7, 2018 MBRBG ;Xm`[?fjXZb1K_\Z`kpËj]fi^fkk\e]fle[`e^]Xk_\i ot too long ago, a guard mixed in a powder made from His plans were mocked by of the institutions that would scolded Victoria John- Peruvian tree bark. Years many, but eventually Hosack make New York America’s E son for poking in the later this bark would be dis- made his dream come true. premier city (a distinction, be- planters in front of Rocke- covered to contain quinine, His garden stretched from the lieve it or not, that Philadel- feller Center. But the histo- the cure for malaria. equivalent of 47th to 51 streets, phia held at that time)! These rian wasn’t doing anything Into the bath Hosack also from Fifth Avenue to Sixth — included our first museum wrong. She had simply come poured several bottles of alco- the footprint of today’s Rocke- of natural history, our first to pay her respects to the man hol to “stimulate the circula- feller Center, though back then art museum, our first pub- whose name is on a plaque tion.” And, seemingly for good it was basically wilderness. lic schools. He was a founder there — the man perhaps most measure, he added smelling For our young country to of Bellevue Hospital. When responsible for making New salts. All through the night, succeed, Hosack understood, Alexis de Tocqueville came York City the world capital it he steeped the boy in bath af- our people had to be healthy. calling, Hosack shared his re- is today. ter botanical bath. And yet, all around him they search on the nation’s prison David Hosack. It worked. were dying of smallpox, ty- system. Um … who? RHYMES The boy was Philip Ham- phus, and yellow fever. And in between he held a David Hosack, the botanist- ilton, Alexander’s son. That’s “If the United States didn’t lot of parties. In his day, the doctor-friend of the famous, when Alexander became a begin to grow and test plants man was a stone-cold celeb- friend of the poor, born just be- WITH CRAZY lifelong friend and fan of Ho- from around the world, Amer- rity. Why is he nearly forgot- fore the American Revolution, sack. It’s also when Hosack ican medicine was doomed ten? whose love of plants and peo- C\efi\Jb\eXqp decided it was time to start to chronic chaos,” Johnson “I think we really like our ple made him one of the most trying to discover more cures writes. And so Hosack’s gar- heroes to stand alone — to dis- trusted, beloved dynamos of sack, Botany, And Medicine from more plants. den was less a park than the cover the cure for cancer, or his day. in the Garden of the Early Re- And so he proposed creat- equivalent of today’s National invent the steam locomotive,” How trusted? At a duel, public.” It opens with a scene ing a giant garden filled with Institutes of Health, the Food says Johnson. “Hosack was each man is allowed to chose of despair: “September 1797. specimens from the four cor- and Drug Administration, the something else, an institution a doctor to accompany him. At The boy would be dead be- ners of the earth: banana and Centers for Disease Control builder, building the civic in- the most famous duel in Amer- fore dawn.” We’re in the death tamarind and ginko trees, and cutting edge gene-editing stitutions that make a city and ican history — Alexander chamber of a good-looking flowers from Tahiti, grains labs, combined. a nation great.” Hamilton vs. Aaron Burr, 1804 15-year-old New York kid dy- from near and far, and plants Here, an entire generation Clearly the man deserves — both men chose Hosack. ing of fever. But instead of whose medicinal qualities of scientists learned how to more than a hard-to-get-to Though most of us have treating him with cold cloths, were already known, includ- study plants and conduct ex- plaque. But at least he’s got never heard of the guy, John- as most doctors did back then, ing chamomile, ginseng, and periments, thanks to Hosack. one in the heart of a city he son is giving him his due. The Hosack, age 28 and newly re- poppies. But it wasn’t enough to sim- made great, atop the garden Hunter College Professor of turned from a European edu- Of course he’d need a green- ply further science. Hosack he made grow. Urban Policy and Planning cation in the power of plants, house, and gardeners, and ex- had a vision for the future like Lenore Skenazy is presi- spent eight years researching, did the opposite. He placed the plorers to collect plants. And almost no other. And so he dent of Let Grow, and founder “American Eden: David Ho- boy in a steaming hot bath and money! founded or helped found many of Free-Range Kids.

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34 COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1–7, 2018 MBRBG Studies show that growing numbers of seniors are open to the idea of technology and even seeking ways to further their use and knowledge. Seniors becoming more tech savvy

echnology is the future, and dig- Pew also says that, although se- and doctor’s appointments and mon- pecially valuable to seniors who have ital communication has opened niors consistently have lower rates itor their fitness regimens. mobility issues; and social media, Tmany doors for people around of technology adoption than the gen- Some families employ 24/7 alert which can keep seniors connected to the world. Although younger gener- eral public, four in 10 seniors now systems or smarthome technology to others and feeling less lonely. ations have grown up with technol- own smartphones, which is more keep seniors comfortable and safe at A study conducted by research- ogy at their fingers, Baby Boomers than double the amount that did in home for as long as possible. Nonin- ers from the University of Califor- and older adults did not. But in spite 2013. Seniors in Australia are espe- vasive, “smart” technology can ana- nia, San Francisco found 18 percent of that, studies show that growing cially tech savvy, as Deloitte’s mo- lyze factors such as whether or not of American seniors live alone, and numbers of seniors are open to the bile consumer survey found 78 per- doors are left open, if there has been 43 percent report feeling lonely on idea of technology and even seeking cent of Australian seniors aged 65 movement in a home, or whether ap- a regular basis. Loneliness can in- ways to further their use and knowl- to 75 own a smartphone, up from 69 pliances and lights are on or off. This crease death risk. Social media and edge. percent in 2016. represents a great way for families internet connectivity can be an im- According to a 2014 study by Pew While stereotypes have long to stay informed and provide assis- portant tool in helping seniors feel Research Center, 59 percent of se- painted seniors as technologically tance even if they are not nearby. like active members of society. niors regularly use the internet — a inept, they are actually more so- SilverSurfers, a senior-based in- Technology is no longer just for sixg percent increase from the pre- cially and digitally engaged than formation website, says other tech teenagers or active workers. Seniors vious study conducted in 2012. To- ever before. Seniors use technology that seniors are embracing includes are increasingly embracing technol- day, 67 percent of adults age 65 and in many different ways. Some use online dating; audio and digital ogy and becoming a fast-growing de- older say they go online. mobile apps to manage medications books; online shopping, which is es- mographic for tech usage. MBRBG COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1–7, 2018 35 ELDERCARE TODAY Brain-healthy habits to embrace

ognitive decline is a condition that is often DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension), associated with aging, but even middle-aged may contribute to a lower risk of cognitive issues. Cpeople can experience memory loss or cogni- tion issues. Consume caffeine The Alzheimer’s Association says that more Caffeine may help boost memory performance than fi ve million Americans are living with Al- and brain health. A Journal of Nutrition study zheimer’s disease and other dementias. By 2050, found people ages 70 and older who consumed more that number could rise to as high as 16 million caffeine scored better on tests of mental function people. More than 747,000 Canadians are living than those who consumed less caffeine. Caffeine with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, says the may help improve attention span, cognitive func- Canadian Alzheimer’s Association. tion, and feelings of well-being. Although there is no defi nitive way to prevent Information from Psychology Today also in- dementia, living a long, vibrant life may be pos- dicates caffeine may help in the storage of dop- sible by encouraging some healthy habits for the A Journal of Nutrition study found people ages 70 and older amine, which can reduce feelings of depression brain. It is never too late or too early to begin who consumed more caffeine scored better on tests of and anxiety. In addition, compounds in cocoa and health and lifestyle changes: mental function than those who consumed less caffeine. coffee beans may improve vascular health and help repair cellular damage due to high antioxi- Exercise dant levels. Becoming more active can improve brain vol- Quit smoking ume, reduce risk for dementia, and improve think- The Alzheimer’s Association indicates that evi- Work the brain ing and memory skills. The journal Neurology dence shows smoking increases the risk of cogni- Engaging in mentally stimulating activities can found that older people who vigorously exercise tive decline. Smoking can impair blood fl ow to the create new brain connections and more backup performed better on cognitive tests than others of brain and cause small strokes that may damage circuits, states Dr. Joel Salinas, a neurologist at the same age, placing them at the equivalent of 10 blood vessels. Harvard-affi liated Massachusetts General Hospi- years younger. Increased blood fl ow that occurs tal. Working the brain through puzzles, reading, with physical activity may help generate new neu- Eat healthy foods and participating in social situations can stimu- rons in the hippocampus, an area of the brain in- Foods that are good for the heart and blood ves- late the release of brain-derived neurotrophic fac- volved with learning and memory. sels also are good for the brain. These include fresh tor, a molecule essential for repairing brain cells The Harvard Medical School says aerobic exer- fruits and vegetables, whole grains, fi sh-based and creating connections between them. cise may help improve brain tissue by improving proteins, unsaturated fats, and foods containing A good way to combine these lifestyle factors blood fl ow and reducing the chances of injury to omega-3 fatty acids. Neurologists state that, while is to take an exercise class with friends, mixing the brain from cholesterol buildup in blood ves- research on diet and cognitive function is limited, the social, stimulation, and exercise recommenda- sels. diets, such as Mediterranean and Mediterranean- tions together. Sleep loss can affect memory in seniors

oor sleep can leave people feel- ciently. Combine this with the ne- ing groggy, disoriented, de- cessity of sleep to make those brain P pressed, and not up for facing wave connections for memories to the day. And now there’s new evi- be stored, and the importance of dence that insomnia can contribute deep sleep is apparent. to memory loss and forgetfulness Another study, published in the among the elderly. journal Brain, conducted by doc- A study — the first of its kind — tors at Washington University in unveiled a new link between lack of St. Louis, linked poor sleep with sleep and memory loss. Research- early onset of dementia, especially ers at the University of California, Alzheimer’s disease. Although poor Berkley found that during sleep sleep does not cause Alzheimer’s, important brain waves are pro- it may increase brain amyloid pro- duced that play key roles in storing teins believed to be intrinsic to the memories. These waves transfer disease. When slow-wave deep sleep the memories from the hippocam- is disrupted, levels of amyloid can pus to the prefrontal cortex, a por- grow and clog the brain. This is cor- tion of the brain where long-term roborated by data published in the information is stored. Sleep loss journal Neurology. Getting deep can cause the memories to remain sleep is important for reducing in the hippocampus and not reach these proteins. the long-term storage area, found The American Academy of Sleep researchers. This can contribute There’s new evidence that insomnia can contribute to memory loss and forgetfulness Medicine recognizes the difficul- to forgetfulness and difficulty re- among the elderly. ties elderly people may have in re- membering simple details, such as gard to sleep. The quality of deep names. ries being saved by the brain each showed tissue loss in brain regions sleep among older adults is often 75 Seniors are frequently plagued evening. that help store memories. percent lower than it is in younger with deteriorated sleeping patterns This is not the first time sleep WebMD says imaging and be- people. Doctors can be cognizant that lead to shallow sleep and more and brain health have been mea- havioral studies show the role sleep of how sleep impacts memory and awakenings, says those at the Uni- sured. A 2008 University of Cali- plays in learning and memory and the onset of dementias and discuss versity of California. This can con- fornia, Los Angeles study discov- that lack of sleep can impair a per- insomnia treatment options with tribute to the prevention of memo- ered that people with sleep apnea son’s ability to focus and learn effi- their patients. 36 COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1–7, 2018 MBRBG BUSINESS, BROOKLYN STYLE – ADVERTISEMENT Brooklyn Spine Center offering patients living with back pain a surgery-free option

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BY JOANNA R. LEEFER ity. The fi rst 20 days of rehab in the facility is cov- Many seniors are unaware that there are two kinds of ered completely by Medicare Part A. After 20 days, hospital stays; a person can stay in a hospital as an in- the patient is responsible for 20 percent of the cost patient or as an outpatient. In both cases you may stay for up to an additional 80 days. During that stay, the in a semi-private hospital room, receive meals and patient receives two therapy sessions every day ex- general nursing, and even have surgery. However, an cept weekends, is provided with three meals a day, inpatient will be offered different medical services and gets care from certifi ed nursing assistances, and will probably pay less than an outpatient. nurses, and dietary staff. A hospital inpatient is someone who is formally Hospital outpatients are not eligible for a rehabil- admitted through a doctor’s written order. The doc- itation services in a nursing home facility without tor writes an admission order if she feels a hospital paying for the stay. An outpatient can be eligible to stay is essential for the patient’s recovery. receive some rehab services at home or in a clinic A hospital outpatient is someone who enters, usu- through Medicare Part B, but the rehab is less in- ally through the emergency room, and is considered Seniors staying in a hospital should know whether they are tense. The patient may see a therapist one to three under observation only. An outpatient can receive inpatient or outpatient, as the status can affect the cost times a week, but will not receive other services lab tests, X-rays, and other hospital services, but of their stay and what follow-up services they can receive, such as meals, housekeeping, or attendant services. these services are administered to determine if he such as rehabilitation. iStock needs to be formally admitted. Are you inpatient or outpatient? then are responsible for 20 percent co-payments for ev- A rule of thumb in determining your patient sta- Inpatient vs. outpatient care ery medical service received. These expenses often to- tus depends on how you enter the hospital. If you en- Despite the similarities in services, a patient’s tal more than the Medicare Part A deductible. ter the hospital through the emergency room you are status can make a big difference in what you pay and The cost of medicine is different for inpatients probably classifi ed as an outpatient, at least until a what services you can receive. Here are the biggest and outpatients. Inpatients have their medications doctor offi cially admits you or sends you home. differences: paid through Medicare Part A. Outpatients must You are also not an inpatient if you enter the hos- Seniors admitted as inpatients are covered under pay for medications out of pocket or through a Medi- pital for outpatient surgery. You might be told you Medicare Part A, the U.S. government’s hospital in- care Part D prescription drug plan. There is one can stay in the hospital over night and still not be ad- surance plan. After an initial deductible of $1,340, more catch — if the Part D plan does not cover the mitted. The best way to determine your status is to Medicare Part A pays the cost of a semi-private room, drugs that are prescribed, the patient is required to ask questions. Every time you receive a treatment, all meals, general nursing care, and miscellaneous pay for them himself. be sure that you now how it will be billed, through hospital services and supplies for up to 60 days. A fi nal difference between inpatients and outpa- Medicare Part A or Part B. Seniors who are in a hospital for observation are tients is in the follow-up service. An inpatient who Joanna R. Leefer is a senior care advisor, advo- classifi ed as outpatients and are covered by Medicare stays in the hospital for at least three days is eligible cate, and founder of ElderCareGiving. He latest ra- Part B, the government’s medical insurance plan. Out- for rehabilitation services such as physical, occupa- dio interviews are on her website, www.joannaleefer. patients must pay an annual deductible of $184 and tional, and speech therapy in a skilled nursing facil- com.

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en and women may begin to signed to improve the strength and feel less flexible as they get flexibility of muscles, and some Molder. According to the Uni- physicians may even recommend versity of Maryland Medical Cen- yoga to aging patients. Yoga DVDs ter, that loss of flexibility is because or streaming sessions can be great, muscles lose both strength and elas- but beginners may want to visit yoga ticity as the body ages. studios or sign up for classes at their A lack of flexibility can make gyms so instructors can personally men and women more vulnerable to ensure they are doing each pose cor- certain types of injuries, including rectly. As their flexibility improves, muscle strains and tears. While peo- men and women can try more diffi- ple might not be able to maintain the cult poses and classes if they so de- flexibility they enjoyed in their 20s, sire. there are ways for them to combat Get in the pool. Strength-train- age-related loss of flexibility: ing exercises are an important com- Stretch frequently. Stretch ma- ponent of a well-balanced exercise jor muscle groups, such as ham- regimen, but such workouts tend to strings and shoulder muscles, focus on one or two muscle groups several times per week. When prac- at a time. That means other muscle ticing static stretching, the goal is to groups may be inactive and tighten gradually elongate the muscle being up as a result. Swimming works the stretched before holding the elon- entire body, which helps all muscle gated position, and ultimately allow- groups stay loose and flexible. One ing the muscle to return to resting or two swimming sessions per week position. As flexibility improves, can contribute to great gains in over- elongated stretches can be held for all flexibility, especially for men and 30 seconds. Avoid stretching mus- women who remember to stretch cles that are sore or injured, and dis- when they get out of the pool. continue a stretch if you feel pain or Flexibility may decrease as men discomfort. and women age, but there are vari- Include yoga in your exercise ous ways to combat the natural loss regimen. Many yoga poses are de- Swimming works the entire body, which helps all muscle groups stay loose and fl exible. of flexibility.

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earing loss may not be some- their infancy, Oticon, a global hear- thing people want to contem- ing technology company, has devel- Hplate, but it is more common oped its own communication and than many people may think. Hear- entertainment solution called Con- ing deficits may occur from birth nectLine that enables people to con- or be acquired due to injury or pro- nect hearing aids with different de- longed exposure to loud noises. The vices. This transforms hearing aids National Institute on Deafness and into a personal wireless headset for Other Communication Disorders listening to music, watching televi- says approximately 15 percent of sion or video chatting. American adults (37.5 million peo- Many other companies, such as ple) aged 18 and older report some ReSound and Starkey, also offer trouble hearing. Age is the stron- Bluetooth-enabled devices. Their gest contributor to hearing loss, devices may be compatible with An- with people age 60 and older with the droid and iPhone models, some of highest levels of impairment. which may only require an app or People with hearing deficits can direct connectivity to the device. In access a growing number of assis- fact, Apple has patented a specific tance devices to make their lives Bluetooth connectivity with certain easier. From telephones and door- hearing aid manufacturers. Others bells that trigger a blinking light may require an accessory of some rather than a bell, to closed caption- sort to make connections possible, ing and voice-to-text conversion, to As technology advances, so, too, do the options for the hearing impaired. One innovative especially when pairing with a TV a greater understanding and wide- piece of gadgetry is sophisticated wireless hearing aids that are compatible with personal or other audio device. spread usage of sign language, the electronic devices. Thanks to cutting-edge technol- deaf and hearing impaired have ogy, assistive listening devices have many options to help them overcome personal electronic devices. bile phone, a person would need to improved considerably. Individu- hearing loss. Thanks to Bluetooth technology, remove traditional hearing aids to als should speak with their hearing As technology advances, so, too, hearing aid manufacturers are har- accommodate a pair of earbuds. Fur- care professionals about their daily do the options for the hearing im- nessing this science to expand on thermore, hearing aids may have needs concerning hearing aids and paired. One innovative piece of gad- the abilities of hearing aids and to had their limitations in filtering explore the options in wireless hear- getry is sophisticated wireless hear- develop new products. In the past, ambient noise. Although Bluetooth- ing aid technology that can work ing aids that are compatible with in order to use an MP3 player or mo- powered hearing devices are still in seamlessly with their devices. 42 COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1–7, 2018 MBRBG '''&4 ".%"A!. 1-917-246-2888.

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44 COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1–7, 2018 MBRB Bases loaded at base Fort Hamilton hosts celebrity softball game

AIR FORCE BOUND: Airman 1st Class Jasmine Griffi th is slated to at- tend the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo. Tech. Sgt. Seth Bleuer It’s all academic for this airman HARBOR WATCH tional Guard’s cyber security Air Force Airman 1st Class mission.” Jasmine Griffi th, a client In July, Airman 1st Class systems technician in the Griffi th will become Cadet Washington Air National Griffi th, an Air Force Acad- Guard’s 194th Communica- emy student and future Air tions Flight, has been se- Force offi cer. “I’m nervous lected to attend the U.S. Air to go back to school in gen- Force Academy in Colorado eral, it’s been about two HOME RUN: Celebrities from WFAN FM’s softball team swing their hardest to beat the Fort Hamilton all-star Springs, Colo. years since I’ve been in high team. Photo by Trey Pentecost Griffi th said she was in- school but I’m more excited spired to join the military by for the whole experience BY SAUL MARQUEZ her father, a 20-year Army than I am nervous,” she said. They came, they swung, they veteran, who, along with her “I’ve wanted this so bad and conquered. high school calculus teacher, have been working towards A sporty squad of celebri- encouraged her to apply to it since 2015, and it’s fi nally ties — led by WFAN–FM radio the academy. After a tour of happening. I still can’t be- personalities Boomer Esiason the academy, she was deter- lieve it sometimes.” and Gregg Giannotti — chal- mined to attend. The application process lenged Fort Hamilton’s all- Griffi th didn’t make the was “very rigorous with star softball team to a friendly cut the fi rst time she applied. tough physical, personal and game on May 23, marking the Instead of being discouraged academic standards,” Grif- return of a fun and lightly and giving up, she strength- fi th said. competitive event that a Fort ened her resolve. She is hoping to major in Hamilton spokesman said was She joined the Washing- computer and network se- too good to pass up. ton Air National Guard as curity and work as an Air “Someone approached our a way to serve the country Force communications offi - commander and he thought it while still pursuing her goal. cer when she graduates. was a great idea and he went “I knew that I needed to Griffi th has advice for fel- with it,” said Bruce Hill. show more growth since my low airmen who may be inter- The celebrity team featured ON THE HILL: WFAN FM’s Boomer Esiason took to the mound for the fi rst application, so I tried ested in the Air Force Acad- well-known competitors such annual celebrity vs. Fort Hamilton community softball game, held on the to volunteer for as many op- emy. “Don’t give up! If at fi rst as former baseball players base on May 23. Photo by Trey Pentecost portunities as I could when you don’t get in, keep trying Frank Catalanotto and John I got back from technical and keep improving and Franco, as well as ice hockey ers made up the home team. prevailed over Fort Hamil- school,” Griffi th said. “I vol- working towards your goal,” stars Rick DiPietro and Matt The event marked the sec- ton’s softball team for the fi rst unteered for the fi res. I vol- she said. “There were many Martin. ond time all-stars from WFAN time. It was the same outcome unteered to do Junior ROTC times when I thought I wasn’t And the Fort Hamilton and Fort Hamilton stepped up this year. drill competition judging. I good enough and didn’t meet community stepped up to bat to the plate to play ball. The “They won the second time even gave a speech at a local the standards, but I just kept too — service members, their teams faced off last summer, in a row,” Hill said. “They’re high school about the Air Na- at it, and now here I am.” families, and even base staff- when the gang of celebrities return and repeat champions.” MBRBG COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1–7, 2018 45 FORT HAMILTON HOSTS ANNUAL FLEET WEEK SALUTE

BY JULIANNE MCSHANE of the Revolutionary War to They fi red away! prevent another British inva- Fort Hamilton Army Base sion of the city — fi red off the hosted its annual Salute to canons to welcome the USS Ships of Fleet Week on May Arlington ship, according to 23 to kick off the weeklong cel- the commandant. ebration of sailors, Marines, “It’s pretty loud, but anyone and Coast Guardsmen. The close to it has ear protection,” annual event includes an 11- said Col. Ray Mechmann. gun salute to welcome the ship The loud noise scared one leading the fl eet arriving in youngster, according to his , according mother, who’s stationed at to the army base’s public af- Fort Hamilton and brought fairs offi cer. her little one to the event for “Every year we welcome the fi rst time this year. the fl eet by doing a salute to “[The canon] startled him a ship that the Navy desig- at fi rst, but he was fi ne,” said nates,” said Catherine San- Fire Controlman First Class topietro. Evelyn Ozuna of her 2-year- This year, the men and old son, Julian. women of the Veterans Corps More than 1,300 students of Artillery of the State of New from schools around the bor- York — a militia organization ough took in the spectacle, along founded by George Washing- with a performance by the Coast ton’s artillerymen at the end Guard Silent Drill Team.

ANOTHER YEAR: (Clockwise from top left) The USS Arlington cruises under the Verrazano Bridge on its way to dock for Fleet Week. The Vet- erans Corps of Artillery of the State of New York fi res an 11-gun salute. Fire Controlman First Class Evelyn Ozuna and her 2-year-old son, Julian, enjoyed the salute — even though the it was a bit scary for the tot. Ser- geant First Class Rodriguez, Group Staff Sgt. Katie Gray, Sgt. Vasconez, and friends enjoyed the spectacle. Captain Gary Hess and Master Sgt. Stephen Hefl er of the Veterans Corps of Artillery of the State of New York operated the guns. Photos by Trey Pentecost

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Ticket to ride: Bay Ridgite Frank Posillico’s short documentary, “Cyclone: 90 Years of History on Wheels,” will screen on June 8 in Bay Ridge as part of the Art of Brooklyn Film Festival. Frank Posillico A reel thriller Short film looks at 90 years of the Cyclone

By Julianne Cuba to the roller coaster each season, and even be a great idea for a longer-form piece,” film celebrations, but the Art of Brooklyn his is a screening to make you get it inked into their skin. said Posillico. Film Festival is the last run for the docu- scream! “Honestly, this was the second time I Posillico is also a history buff, and his mentary, said Posillico. So the director T A new documentary will con- was ever in Coney Island, I had never rid- short film takes viewers on a stationary encourages everyone to get a ticket for the vey the thrill of rocketing along Coney den the Cyclone — I was always a big fan ride through the history of the beloved film, and to the Cyclone itself, he said. Island’s most iconic, rickety roller coaster! of roller coasters and all that stuff,” said coaster, and of the neighborhood that sur- “It’s actually the last festival of its run,” “Cyclone: 90 Years of History on Wheels” Posillico, a senior video editor at the New rounds it, he said. said Posillico. “I encourage people to ride will screen on June 8 in Bay Ridge as part York Daily News. “I wound up spending “I just love the history of New York it, it’s a cool part of New York City, and of the Art of Brooklyn Film Festival, which so much time there with the people that City, I am a New Yorker, I like looking into go see it.” celebrates Brooklyn-affiliated films from are obsessed with this ride, have tattoos that stuff and the Cyclone being 90 years “Cyclone: 90 Years of History June 2 to June 10 at locations throughout of it, they live-stream themselves on the old, I thought it was good fodder for that,” on Wheels” screening as part of the Kings County. ride, and through that I fell in love with he said. “It’s a bit of a history of Coney “Everything is Changing” shorts block at It took the film’s director just a single that as well.” Island and the Cyclone — the birthplace of Mary White Ovington School (7002 Fourth visit to the People’s Playground to realize The Bay Ridgite began filming the the roller coaster, and then focuses on fans Ave. at Ovington Avenue in Bay Ridge, that he needed to bring his camera and wooden star of his 15-minute film in 2017, of the ride. I was able to get a few people www.theartofbrooklyn.org). June 8 at 9 film the famous wooden coaster. He soon in honor of its 90th year zipping through coming off the ride to talk about it.” pm. $15. realized that what made the ride special the amusement park, he said. The flick has already screened at the The Art of Brooklyn Film Festival runs was its loyal fans. Frank Posillico’s movie “I saw a story in the paper about the Manhattan Film Festival, the New York June 2–10 at various locations (www. interviews the die-hard riders who return Cyclone turning 90, so I thought it would Short Film Festival, and a half-dozen other theartofbrooklyn.org).

24-7 COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1-7, 2018 49 CINEMA UNDER THE MOONLIGHT Your guide to outdoor films By Saul Marquez rade in your Netflix queue for popcorn in the park! Brooklyn’s Funny ladies: (from left) Professional jokester Elsa Waithe, parks and gardens will light T organizer Lynn Harris, teen comedian Avery Lender, and intern up with outdoor movies all summer Maizie Schaffner shared a laugh backstage at the May 22 long — and there is something for debut of Gold Comedy Live at the Williamsburg Hotel. everyone, with classic films, indie Photo by Jason Speakman flicks, and big-name blockbusters in the line-up. So consult our list, get a blanket, and invite your family and Class clowns friends to experience cinema under the stars! Comedy show features Grave start The Rooftop Films summer film teen and pro comics series season has added a new loca- Sunset screening: The “Movies with a View” series in Brooklyn Bridge Park this year, tion this year: Green-Wood Cemetery! starting on July 12, will focus on films from female directors. Etienne Frossarde By Julianne McShane said. “The focus of the The movies will be projected onto he’s passing the show is to create that three different screens near the grave- At Sunset on Shore Road between Bay Ridge mic. combination.” yard’s Sylvan Water pond, with chairs Sunset Park not only offers amaz- Avenue and 72nd Street in Bay Ridge). S A Park Slope The first show, on May set up nearby. The group’s artistic ing views of the sunset, but it is also Movies start at sundown (about 8:30 comedienne has launched 22, featured Brooklyn director said that they carefully con- a great spot to see a movie! On June pm). Free. a new monthly stand-up favorites Jo Firestone, sidered the appropriateness of the 2, catch the Art of Brooklyn Film Park it series where teenage girls Elsa Waithe, and drag venue when choosing films for the Festival’s “Best of the Fest,” collect- share the stage with pro- king Murray Hill, among cemetery screenings. ing the best short films from the 2017 The city skyline sits as the backdrop fessional funny women. other seasoned pros — “We have programmed a diverse festival. And on June 15, the sci-fi for the movies screened at Brooklyn Lynn Harris started cracking jokes before the batch of movies, but have paid par- comedy “Guardians of the Galaxy 2” Bridge Park’s “Movies with a View” “Gold Comedy Live!” same crowd as high school ticular attention to showing films will screen in the park. series, starting on July 12. This year, happening on the fourth junior Avery Lender, who that respect death, dying and the Sunset Park lawn (Fifth Avenue, the eight-week film series celebrates Tuesday of every month at Harris spotted and recruit- departed,” said Dan Nuxoll. “None between 41st and 44th streets in Sunset the theme “She Directs!” showcasing the Williamsburg Hotel, ed at a comedy festival. of the films that we are screening Park, www.nycgovparks.org). June 2 films directed by women. to teach female comics The teens get paid the take death lightly.” and June 15 at 8:30 pm. Free. July 12: “Desperately Seeking who are under the drink- same as their more sea- Among the films screenings at Free space Susan;” July 19: “Kung Fu Panda ing age how to turn their soned peers, said Harris. Green-Wood this summer will be 2;” July 26: “Paris is Burning;” Aug. insecurities into laughs, The jokes the junior the Western comedy “Damsel,” on The Alamo Drafthouse will spon- 2: “Bend It Like Beckham;” on Aug. and to elevate the voices comediennes write are June 2; “Exit Music,” a documen- sor the outdoor film series “Outer 9: “Wayne’s World;” Aug. 16: “Love of comics who have been creating a new narrative, tary about the final creative act of a Space Outdoors,” with a different & Basketball” on Aug. 23: “Wonder traditionally overlooked, said Harris, poking fun dying young artist on June 16; and outer space–themed flick screening Woman;” Aug. 30: Public vote she said. at the power structures the dramatic comedy “Wild Nights in Albee Square every Thursday in between “Dance, Girl, Dance,” “Big,” “One of the things we involved in prom and the with Emily,” about the poet Emily June. The concrete spot Downtown “Point Break,” and “The Matrix.” say is: what makes you patriarchy alike. Dickinson, on July 7. will have chairs for people to settle Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Pier 1 different is what makes “When you’re doing The series also hosts films at other in, and a Jumbotron on the back (enter at Furman Street at Old Fulton you funny, and what comedy, you’re the one locations all over Brooklyn. of a truck will make an electronic Street in Dumbo, www.brooklyn- makes you funny is what with the mic, you’re the Rooftop Films at Green-Wood screen for the films. June 7: “Close bridgepark.org). Thursday nights, July makes you strong,” Harris one on the stage, you’re Cemetery [500 25th St. at Fifth Avenue Encounters of the Third Kind,” June 12–Aug. 30, at dusk. Free. said. “We’re changing the the one re-framing, re- in Greenwood Heights, (718) 210– 14: “Men In Black,” June 21: “Space Prospect lights face of comedy.” telling the story your 3080, www.green-wood.com]. Various Jam,” June 28: “Gravity.” Each show will feature way,” she said. “We’re dates at 8 pm. $16. Visit www.rooftop- Albee Square (Fulton Street at Outdoor movies and live music at least one high school– here to amplify girls’ and films.com for more films, dates, and Bond Street Downtown www. down- make the perfect pair in Brooklyn’s aged comedian from New women’s voices — lit- locations. townbrooklyn.com). Thursdays, June Back Yard, for four Wednesday nights York’s comedy scene, or erally, with a mic. Our 7–28 at 8 pm, with music starting at starting on July 18. Nitehawk Cinema from the stand-up com- mission is to make sure 7 pm. Free. has selected family-friendly films edy workshops and online that girls and women and Narrows escape from the ’30s, ’50s, ’60s and ’90s classes that Harris has run other outsiders have the for the “Summer Movies Under the since 2016 — perform- tools and platforms they Escape the urban life with a visit Stars” series, each of which follows a ing alongside five profes- need to take over comedy- to Bay Ridge’s botanical oasis! On live musical performance. sional comedians, who slash-the world.” Friday evenings starting in June, July 18: “The Wizard of Oz;” July Harris hopes the girls can Gold Comedy Live! at the Narrows Botanical Gardens will 25: “Alice in Wonderland;” Aug. 1: both laugh with and learn the Williamsburg Hotel (96 screen a mix of musicals, comedies, “West Side Story;” Aug. 8: “Space from. Wythe Ave. at N. 10th Street and a sci-fi classic. June 22: “Grease;” Jam.” “We’re trying to build in Williamsburg, www. July 13: “The Lion King;” July 27: Prospect Park’s Long Meadow the ranks and support goldcomedy.com). Fourth “Vertigo;” Aug. 10: “My Big Fat North (enter at Grand Army Plaza at among the youngest gen- Tuesday of every month Have a heart: Catch “The Wizard of Oz” Greek Wedding;” Aug. 24: “The Day Eastern Parkway, www.prospectpark. eration of comedy — the (next show June 26) at 7:30 in Prospect Park on July 18, the first in a the Earth Stood Still.” org/summermovie). 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24-7 COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1-7, 2018 51 The best reads — handpicked by A BLOODY PATH some of the best This ‘Into the Woods’ takes dark turn Bklyn bookstores By Julianne McShane Greenlight Bookstore’s pick: t is a fairy tale gone wrong. “Black Swans” by Eve Babitz A Bay Ridge theater company will embrace the bloody side of For some fizzy fun with a splashlash I of self-reflection and social com-om- a dark musical that takes the happi- ly-ever-after out your favorite fairy mentary, try Eve Babitz’s shortort tales. Some versions of the Stephen story collection “Black Swans.”s.” Sondheim musical “Into the Woods” This love letter to Los Angeleses scrub out its signature slaughter to explores the friendships, loves,s, appease young audiences, but the passions, and flings of an art-- Narrows Community Theater produc- ist and writer with a singu- tion, opening June 8 at Fort Hamilton lar voice: casual, colloquial, Army Base Theater, will not skimp on and propulsive, with enough the fake blood, said its director. insight and humor to ele- “There are a lot of companies who vate even the most frivo- do ‘Into the Woods’ who don’t do lous excursions. What at first some of the gory things to make it seems like an unfiltered array offi impressions i more kid-friendly, and we have not — about aging, or tango, ambition, or jealousy — comes done that — we’re going full bore,” together as a considered meditation on a theme. These said Leah Zepel. “The characters in stories will make you rethink your own interconnected the show are fairy tale characters — memories and the beautiful people that inhabit them — Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, A fairy bloody tale: The Narrows Community Theater will stage a not-so-kid-friendly though they may not be as beautiful as Babitz’s. production of Sondheim’s fairy tale mash-up “Into the Woods” at Fort Hamilton Army Rapunzel — but the show takes a very — Ben Hoffman, Greenlight Bookstore [686 Fulton Base Theater, opening on June 8. Jennifer Specht dark turn. It’s fairy tale characters St. between S. Elliott Place and S. Portland Avenue in thrown into real-life situations, with a bloody scene that includes a sev- together in the face of adversity and Fort Greene, (718) 246–0200, www.greenlightbookstore. all the scariness that comes.” ered toe. they have to figure it out,” she said. com]. The 18-member cast of local actors “I’m employing a lot of stage tech- “It’s almost a ‘be careful what you will portray a litany of classic fairy niques that make things appear and wish for’ kind of story.” Community Bookstore’s pick: tale characters, including Jack (of the disappear,” she said. “If I’m going to The theater may offer a discount to “Under The Sea-Wind” beanstalk fame), a Witch, Snow White, do ‘Into the Woods,’ I’m going to do kids 12 and younger, but Zepel warns by Rachel Carson several princes, a Big Bad Wolf, and a it right.” against bringing little ones along. She is known for her ground-nd- baker and his wife, who all meet Just like a typical fairy tale, the “It’s not a kid’s show,” she said. breaking environmental writ-rit- in the woods while on their various show teaches some life lessons, “It’s disturbing and it’s gory.” ing, including her most famousus errands. The convoluted action seems although it does not have a simple “Into the Woods” at Fort Hamilton book “Silent Spring,” but Rachelel to resolve with a happy ending, but moral, Zepel said. Army Base Theater (403 General Lee Carson spent most of her lifefe unforeseen consequences soon lead to “They’re learning what family is, Ave., enter at 101st Street and Fort studying and writing about thee murder and mayhem. what responsibility is, honesty, valor, Hamilton Parkway in Bay Ridge, www. Zepel plans to use some stage loyalty — these are things these nctheaterny.com). June 8–17, Fri–Sat sea. This poetic meditation onn secrets and special props to perform characters have never had to deal at 8 pm; Sun at 2 pm. $25 ($20 students, life in the ocean, at once alien the show’s magical action, along with with before, and now they’re thrown $15 kids). Bring ID to enter base. and internal, makes for fasci- nating, and moving, reading. Take your beach read to the next level. — Samuel Partal, Communitymunity A weekend of films and family fun Bookstore [43 Seventh Ave. between Carroll Street and Garfield Place in Park Slope, (718) 783–3075, www. By Julianne McShane you take in a drink, you can also take communityb ookst ore.net ]. here is free fun for the whole in a free show from Sha-Doobie, Word’s picks: family this weekend in the a Rolling Stone cover band, which “Tangerine,” by Christine Mangan TRidge! plays from 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm. On Friday night, parkour your way Then bounce back to Shore Road May you find yourself, as I was, with face pressed to Leif Ericson Park (67th Street Park (Shore Road and 79th Street) for in close to this book, breatheath between Sixth and Seventh avenues) another free, kid-friendly film under held, eyes rapidly running ooverver to take in the “Lego Ninjago Movie,” the stars. “Zootopia” tells the tale of its lines, opening wide at itsits an animated flick about Lloyd the a female rabbit-turned-policeofficer sudden turns and revelations,ns, Green Ninja and his pack of secret who partners up with a sly fox to resisting the urge to jumpmp ninja warrior pals taking down an investigate a tough case. The nearly ahead to find out if Lucy — oror evil warlord. Arrive before the 8:30 two-hour flick starts at 8:30 pm. if Alice — whether they — pm start to secure a spot on the lawn And on Sunday, end the week- oh, no spoilers! I was utterlyy during the free 90-minute movie. end with a stroll along the Fifth and happily absorbed in thee Bring plenty of popcorn for the kids, Avenue Festival, which runs along story of a tense, dangerous but leave the adult beverages at home its eponymous avenue from 69th to reunion between two for- — or hidden. 85th streets, from 10 am until 6 mer best friends, set amidst On Saturday, wrangle the kids — pm. Parents can squeeze in some the heat and alleyways or the kids-at-heart — and skip on adult fun with three-on-three basket- of Tangier on the edge of down to Shore Road Park (Shore ball games at Skinflints (7902 Fifth independence. Road between 80th and 82nd streets) Then take a break from shriek- Ave. at 79th Street), or watch a belly — Nneoma Amadi-obi, Word [126 Franklin St. at for its free Family Day. The three ing kids and down a stiff drink in dancer at Le Sajj (8221 Fifth Ave. Milton Street in Greenpoint, (718) 383–0096, www.word- hours of festivities — including face an adults-only environment: Red, between 82nd and 83rd streets), while bookstores.com ]. painting, music, games, and arts and White, and Brew (8910 Fifth Ave. kids can enjoy rides, games, and face crafts — kicks off at noon. between 89th and 90th streets). While painting. 52 COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1-7, 2018 24-7 of the Opera” and other FRI, JUNE 1 favorites. Free. 7:30 pm. ART, “WHAT ABOUT US?” The King’s Chapel Church TEENS CURATE TEENS: (2702 Quentin Rd. at E. An exhibit of high school 27th Street in Sheepshead artists refl ecting on issues Bay). they are passionate about. HEALTH, FLATBUSH COM- Free. 3:30–5:30 pm. Ded- MUNITY HEALTH EXPO: alus Foundation (254 36th Free diabetes, blood St. #2BE between Second pressure and cholesterol and Third avenues in Sun- screenings, plus delicious set Park), teens.artscon- Caribbean and vegan nection.org/tct. food. Free. 10 am–4 pm. FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO: Flatbush SDA School [5810 The senior center hosts a Snyder Ave. between E. monthly bingo night with 58th and E. 59th streets pizza, soda, coffee, cake, in East Flatbush, (212) and plenty of bingo cards. 203–9410]. $12. 4:30 pm. Bay Ridge FILM, “FIDDLER ON THE Get to the point: We just can’t get enough of Depeche Mode and Center [6935 Fourth Ave. ROOF”: Drive to the Man- its lead singer Dave Gahan (pictured), who will play Barclays between Bay Ridge and hattan Beach parking lot to Center on June 6. Associated Press / Balazs Mohai Ovington avenue in Bay see the iconic musical fi lm. Ridge, (718) 748–0650], Parking is fi rst-come, fi rst bayridgecenter.com. served. Free. 8 pm. Man- COMING SOON TO FAMILY SHABBAT AND IS- hattan Beach Parking Lot RAELI DINNER!: Welcome [Oriental Ave. at Hastings BARCLAYS CENTER Shabbat with singing, Street in Manhattan Beach, storytelling and dancing (718) 965–8942], www.ny- and followed by a delicious cgovparks.org. themed dinner. $25 ($40 Red alert!: Head to the Lobster Rumble at the Brooklyn Expo FRI, JUNE 1 TUE, JULY 28 per family). 6:30 pm. Bay Center on June 7, where you can pose with friendly crusta- MON, JUNE 4 MUSIC, YO! MTV RAPS ESPORTS, OVERWATCH Ridge Jewish Center [8025 ceans, devour their kin, and vote for the best of the 25 lobster 30TH ANNIVERSARY LEAGUE GRAND FI- Fourth Ave. between 80th rolls dished up by Brooklyn’s best seafood spots. Unlimited FAMILY, “GOLDIE LOCKS EXPERIENCE: With and 81st streets in Bay drinks and desserts are also on deck. Alyssa Ringler AND THE THREE BEARS”: Big Daddy Kane, Flavor NALS: $60. 3 pm. Ridge, (718) 836–3103], Presented by Wonderspark Flav, Doctor Dre, and www.brjc.org. Puppets, this old favorite many more. $76–$156. WED, AUG 1 THEATER, “ANNIE THE MU- Free. 10 am–4 pm. (Oving- has a new twist. Free. 9 7:30 pm. SUN, JUNE 3 am. Hickman Playground SICAL”: The Drama Club at ton Avenue between Third RELIGION, HILLSONG [6655 Veterans Ave. and St. Bernard de Clairevaux Avenue and Ridge Boule- BAY RIDGE FIFTH AVENUE East 67th Street in Mill WED, JUNE 6 CONFERENCE: $200. presents this classic comic vard in Bay Ridge). FESTIVAL: The avenue as it comes to life and Basin, (212) 639–9675], tba. MARKET, BAY RIDGE STOP shuts down from 69th to MUSIC, DEPECHE MODE: join in with the feisty little www.nycgovparks.org. ‘N’ SWAP: Bring clean, 85th streets for live music, $55–$179. 7:30 pm. orphan as she goes on COMEDY, SIDE PONYTAIL: reusable, portable items outdoor dining, kids’ activ- an adventure to fi nd her THU, AUG 2 ities, and more. Free. 2018. The Monday night comedy mom and dad. $10. 7 pm. such as clothing, house- FRI, JUNE 8 (Fifth Avenue between show welcomes Rebecca RELIGION, HILLSONG St. Bernard de Clairevaux wares, games, books, and Vigil, Tan Hoang, Abby 69th and 85th streets in MUSIC, SOULFRITO CONFERENCE: $200. [2055 East 69th St, be- toys that you no longer Feldman, and more. Free. Bay Ridge), www.bayridge- URBAN LATIN FESTI- tween Veterans Avenue need, and take home 8 pm. Friends and Lovers tba. bid.com. VAL: With Bad Bunny, and Avenue U in Mill Basin, something new-to-you. (641 Classon Ave. between Miky Woodz, Liro Shaq, TOUR, PROSPECT LEFFERTS (646) 938–6589]. Free. Noon–3 pm. St. Dean and Pacifi c streets and many more. $76– GARDENS HOUSE AND FRI, AUG 3 THEATER, “AS U LIKE IT”: Anselm Church Parking Lot in Crown Heights), www. $181. 8 pm. GARDEN TOUR: Take a An updated, streamlined [Fourth Avenue between fnlbk.com. RELIGION, HILLSONG version of Shakespeare’s 82nd and 83rd streets, self-guided tour of eight CONFERENCE: $200. pastoral comedy, set in (212) 788–7913], www. unique and diverse homes, SAT, JUNE 9 with live jazz, drinks, and TUES, JUNE 5 tba. modern times, with rap- grownyc.org/swap. MUSIC, 34TH NEW YORK snacks at one stop. $30 ping jester Touchstone, a FILM, “DAMSEL”: Roof- TALK, ORIENTATION AND SALSA FESTIVAL: With ($25 in advance). Noon–5 puppet Audrey, and origi- top Films presents this MEDIA EDUCATION: An Willie Colón, Oscar pm. Ix Cafe (43 Lincoln Rd. SAT, AUG 18 nal music. Suitable for all comedy about a wealthy introduction to producing D’León, Rey Ruiz, Andy at Flatbush Avenue in Pros- ages. $25 ($20 seniors and pioneer traveling the Wild public access television. Montañe, and many SPORTS, WWE NXT students). 8 pm. The Great pect Lefferts Gardens), Free. 6:30 pm. Brooklyn more. $71–$146. 8 pm. West with a drunkard and www.leffertsmanor.org. TAKEOVER: $tba. tba. Room at Art NY Studios a miniature horse called Public Library’s Central [138 S. Oxford St. between MUSIC, SPRING FEST ‘18: A Butterscotch. $16. 7:45 branch [10 Grand Army Hanson Place and Atlantic fun musical afternoon in TUE, JUNE 26 pm. Green-Wood Cem- Plaza between Eastern SUN, AUG 19 Avenue in Boreum Hill, the park with Eileen Dugan etery [Fifth Avenue and Parkway and Flatbush Av- MUSIC, PARAMORE: $35– (718) 624–3614], www.the- and Prospect Hill Seniors’ enue in Prospect Heights, SPORTS, WWE SUMMER- 25th Street in Greenwood $89. 7 pm. ater2020.com. Choir, Excelsior Music (718) 230–2100], www. Heights, (718) 210–3080], SLAM: $550–$600. 6:30 Blues Band, and various bklynlibrary.org. www.green-wood.com. WED, JUNE 27 pm. SAT, JUNE 2 soloists. Free. Noon. The MUSIC, COMMON: The FILM, THE BEST OF THE Old Stone House [336 rapper, poet, and activ- MUSIC, SAM SMITH: $54– WORLD OCEANS DAY FEST: The Art of Brooklyn Third St. between Fourth ist opens the Celebrate $125. 8 pm. MON, AUG 20 CLEANUP AT CANAR- Film Festival screens the and Fifth avenues in Park Brooklyn! Festival. Free. 8 SIE PIER: Tackle the trash best short fi lms from its Slope, (718) 768–3195], SPORTS, WWE MONDAY pm. Prospect Park Band WED, JULY 11 along the coastline. United fi rst seven years. Free. 8 theoldstonehouse.org. Shell [Prospect Park West NIGHT RAW: $tba. tba. By Blue will provide all pm. Sunset Park’s Main MUSIC, KINGSBOROUGH and Ninth Street in Park MUSIC, GOT7: $59–$249. cleanup supplies, snacks, Lawn (Fifth Avenue at 43rd MUSICAL SOCIETY CHO- Slope, (718) 965–8900], 8 pm. and water, along with Street in Sunset Park), RUS: The chorus performs www.bricartsmedia.org TUE, AUG 21 cleanup games and prize www.theartofbrooklyn.org. a medley from “Phantom Continued on page 54 giveaways. Free. 10 am– FRI, JULY 13 SPORTS, WWE SMACK- noon. Canarsie Pier [Rock- RELIGION, JOEL OS- DOWN LIVE: $tba. tba. away Parkway and Wa- TEEN: $15. 2:30 pm and terfront in Canarsie, (484) 7:30 pm. 788–4044], unitedbyblue. FRI, AUG 24 com/canarsiepier. SPORTS, POWER 105 MUSIC, A JUBILANT SONG: SAT, JULY 14 PRESENTS BIG3: $24– The Park Slope Singers MUSIC, SHANIA TWAIN: perform songs that cele- $59–$205. 7:30 pm. $750. 7 pm. brate happiness, love, and hope. $15 ($10 seniors and THU, OCT 4 students). 2 pm. Lutheran MON, JULY 16 Church of the Good Shep- MUSIC, CHRIS BROWN: MUSIC, BRUNO MARS: herd [7420 Fourth Ave. at $61–$316. 7 pm. $81–$236. 8 pm. 74th Street in Bay Ridge, (440) 320–8669], park- slopesingers.org. MON, JULY 27 FRI, OCT 5 THEATER, “ANNIE THE MU- ESPORTS, OVERWATCH SICAL”: 2 pm and 7 pm. LEAGUE GRAND FI- MUSIC, BRUNO MARS: See Friday, June 1. NALS: $60. 7 pm. $81–$236. 8 pm. MARKET, SPRING FLEA MARKET: A multi-fam- ily fl ea market with lots 620 Atlantic Ave. at Pacifi c Street in Prospect Heights of new and gently used (917) 618–6100, www.barclaysc enter.com. clothing, shoes, costume jewelry, books, and more. 24-7 COURIER LIFE, JUNE 1-7, 2018 53 and miraculous journey of surrogacy in the Mid- west. $15–$20. 3 pm and 7:30 pm. Ryan Repertory Company [2445 Bath Ave. at Bay 38th Street in Bath Beach, (718) 996–4800]. READING, “THE RED HOOK” ART OPENING: Carroll Gardens cartoonist Continued from page 53 streets in Downtown). Dean Haspiel reads from DINING, LOBSTER RUMBLE: his graphic novel about a WED, JUNE 6 Tasting Table hosts a lob- superhero from Red Hook, and displays art from the FILM, “HEARTS BEAT ster roll showdown! Sam- book. Free. 7–10 pm. Sun- LOUD”: A Red Hook dad, ple 25 different lobster ny’s Bar [253 Conover St. at played by Nick Offerman, rolls and vote for the best, Beard Street in Red Hook, forms a band with his teen- while sipping unlimited (718) 625–8211], www.sun- age daughter. Stars Nick beer, wine, and gin cock- nysredhook.com. Offerman and Toni Col- tails. $185 ($275 VIP). 7:30 lette will discuss the fi lm pm. Brooklyn Expo Center after the screening. $16. (72 Noble St. at Frank- SAT, JUNE 9 7:30 pm (fi lm starts 8:40 lin Street in Greenpoint), pm). Pioneer Works [159 www.tastingtable.com/ READING, “I’M KEITH HER- Pioneer St. between Imlay rumble. NANDEZ”: The legend- and Conover streets in Red COMEDY, AIRPLANE MODE: ary Mets fi rst baseman Hook, (718) 596–3001], A weekly stand-up comedy discusses and signs his www.rooftopfi lms.com. show hosted by Raghav new memoir. $30 (includes MUSIC, “THE ROSE ELF”: Mehta, Rohan Padhye and a copy of the book). 2 pm. A new opera from David Geoffrey Asmus. Free. 8 The BookMark Shoppe Hertzberg about two lov- pm. Cherry Tree (65 Fourth [8415 Third Ave. between ers torn apart by a sense- Ave. between Bergen 84th and 85th streets in less act of violence; and Street and St. Marks Place Bay Ridge, (718) 833–5115], an ethereal being who in Park Slope). www.bookmarkshoppe. witnesses the tragedy. Per- com. formed in the Green-Wood FRI, JUNE 8 PET DAY AND PET COS- Catacombs. $80. 7:30 TUME CONTEST: Pets pm. Green-Wood Cem- ART, “ESCHER” THE EXHIBI- ride Deno’s Wonder Wheel etery [Fifth Avenue and TION AND EXPERIENCE: free while accompanied by 25th Street in Greenwood The exhibition portrays the their owners, from noon to Heights, (718) 210–3080], life and work of the famous 7 pm. Pet costume contest www.green-wood.com. 1960s graphic artist MC at 2 pm. Entry fee is two Escher. $20. 9 am–9 pm. cans of pet food. Coney Industry City (220 36th Island Boardwalk [be- THURS, JUNE 7 Street between Second tween W. 10th and W. 12th MUSIC, BERNARD PUR- and Third Avenues in Sun- streets in Coney Island, DIE’S ALL-STAR SHUF- set Park). (718) 372–5159], www.de- FLE: Part of the BAM THEATER, “ANOTHER noswonderwheel.com. R&B Festival. Free. Noon. WOMAN’S BABY”: Ryan THEATER, “ANOTHER MetroTech Commons Repertory Company pres- WOMAN’S BABY”: 3 pm (Myrtle Avenue between ents a harrowing explora- and 7:30 pm. See Friday, Bridge and Lawrence tion of the unexpected June 8. “Powerful, funny and uplifting! A musical that both sexes can enjoy.” - Talkin’ Broadway “FANTASTIC - A WINNER!” - Broadway World

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