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/ Gary Thomas With Brooklyn Heights Council- man David Yassky eyeing a challenge of longtime Brooklyn District Attor- ney Charles Hynes, a slew of Demo- cratic candidates are lining up to run

The Brooklyn Papers The Brooklyn for his seat next year. Renegade Francisco Leandro slides past Cyclones catcher Danilo Reynoso as ball bounces off his glove and Yassky, who was first elected to the seat toward the backstop. Leandro scored, but the home team held on for a 4-3, opening night win. in 2001, when he replaced the term-limited Ken Fisher by defeating heavily favored De- mocratic Party stalwart Steve Cohen in the primary, has raised more than half-a-million dollars thus far for the 2005 election. Potential candidates have surfaced from across the district, which also includes Down- CLONE-DEMONIUM town Brooklyn, DUMBO, Vinegar Hill, Park Slope, Williamsburg and Greenpoint. Among the most high-profile names is Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce President Take home Kenneth Adams. “If Councilman Yassky decides to run for district attorney, I’m going to consider opener, again running for the seat,” said Adams, 44, a Cobble Hill native who now lives with his By Vince DiMiceli wife, Diana, and daughters, Rose and Gin- Brooklyn Papers Sports Editor ger, in Boerum Hill. Before taking the helm at the chamber in It seems that opening night victories at 1995, Adams served as director of the / Jori Klein Keyspan Park are becoming old hat. Metrotech Business Improvement District. For the fourth year in a row, the Brooklyn Cyclones He currently serves on the boards of the took their home opener, this time topping the Hudson Brooklyn Arts Council, Brooklyn Bridge Valley Renegades 4-3 before a sold-out house Tuesday Park Local Development Corporation, night in Coney Island. Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corpo- Papers The Brooklyn The win came after the normal pomp and circum- ration and Brooklyn Sports Foundation, J.L. Aronson, of Fort Greene, holds a sign in protest at last Saturday’s rally against stance surrounding the seasonal return of professional among many others. the proposed Nets arena and high rise development in Prospect Heights. baseball to Brooklyn — which hasn’t lost much luster Both Alan Fleishman and Jo Anne Simon, since the Cyclones’ inaugural season in 2001. Democratic co-district leaders from the 52nd This year, fans were even greeted at the gates by Cy- Assembly District, are also considering runs clones players, who signed autographs and shook hands for the council seat. while introducing themselves to the Brooklyn faithful. A gay activist who works for city Comp- After Borough President Marty Markowitz received troller Bill Thompson, Fleishman is a for- Arena foes at a resounding “boo” for bouncing the ceremonial first mer president of the LAMBDA Indepen- pitch in front of home plate, the home team quickly dent Democrats political club. He is a board / Gary Thomas went to work. member of the Brooklyn AIDS Task Force In the top of the first, shortstop Kevin Rios flashed and is a member of Brooklyn Pride, which some leather and lightening by charging and fielding a organizes Brooklyn’s annual lesbian and high chopper from the New York-Penn League’s lead- gay pride parade. ‘center court’ ing hitter, Chad Cooper (.556), before firing a strike to “I would like to see responsible develop- The Brooklyn Papers The Brooklyn Tyler Davidson at first for the out. ment downtown, and would like to help By Deborah Kolben Tyler Davidson rockets a run-scoring double in the first With the ever-increasing crowd roaring, Dante maintain the character of brownstone The Brooklyn Papers NOT JUST NETS inning of Tuesday’s opening night victory. See OPENER on page 5 See YASSKY on page 15 It may one day be center court for THE NEW BROOKLYN the Brooklyn Nets, but over the weekend the intersection of Pacific Street dem acres of private property — “the biggest and Fifth Avenue was center stage for giveaways in the history of the state.” a rally against Bruce Ratner’s massive Ratner’s purchase of the New Jersey Nets arena, housing and office development is expected to be approved by the NBA be- plan. fore the end of the month. He wants to build the team a new arena at Flatbush and At- DUMBO Starbucks near Hundreds of opponents, including sever- lantic avenues. al elected officials, turned out on the sunny His $2.5 billion plan, known as Atlantic The Brooklyn Papers and Front streets in the once-indus- hood, tucked between the Brooklyn and also houses lawyers and investment Saturday afternoon to protest what they Yards, also includes four soaring office tow- trial neighborhood. Manhattan bridges, has undergone a ma- bankers. called the “over-development” of the neigh- ers and 4,500 units of housing. A total of 17 Starbucks, the Seattle-based borhood. “We’re negotiating with Starbucks … jor transformation over the past several So news of Starbucks, a symbol of buildings would rise in a six-block area retail coffee giant, is negotiating “This is a land grab for the rich,” and we’re close to signing,” said Will years with hundreds of new luxury corporate retail America, coming to bounded by Dean Street and Flatbush, At- Prospect Heights Councilwoman Letitia with a DUMBO real estate devel- Kim, a project developer for Shaya apartment conversions. Formerly home DUMBO sparked a broad range of reac- lantic and Vanderbilt avenues, over the James, an ardent opponent of the project, oper to open one of its ubiquitous Boymelgreen, the property’s owner. to a number of sculptors, painters and tions from neighborhood residents. MTA-owned Long Island Railroad storage told the crowd. coffeehouses on the corner of Main The once gritty industrial neighbor- furniture makers, the neighborhood now yards and on privately owned land. See COFFEE on page 15 Rep. Major Owens, who wants to move As part of the plan Ratner has relied on the proposed arena to the Brooklyn Navy Yard, called details of Ratner’s plan — under the state’s authority of eminent domain to which the developer would aquire air rights condemn the privately held property, thus owned by the state-run Metropolitan Trans- forcing their sale. With that threat hanging portation Authority and the state would con- over their heads, several area property owners, primarily in two condominium apart- Heaven Ross realty sold ment buildings, have agreed in principal to PAGE 7 sell their property to Ratner at well above By Deborah Kolben executive director of Halstead’s market rate. As part of those deals, which re- The Brooklyn Papers Brooklyn office. portedly have not been signed yet, the prop- on 7th In addition to the office at 156 As if we needed a reminder erty owners must agree to gag orders pre- Montague St., Halstead, whose venting them from criticizing Ratner’s plan Christian Rogers, that Brooklyn real estate is focus until now has been almost booming, Manhattan-based or attending anti-arena rallies. 2, enjoys an ice exclusively Manhattan, will also The contract also reportedly requires two cream cone during Halstead Property is setting operate out of Ross’ office at 162 residents from each building to speak in fa- the “Seventh up shop here. Court Street in Cobble Hill. vor of the plan. Heaven” street One of the largest real estate “A large number of Manhat- Those negotiations are still underway and brokerage firms in the city with tan firms have been trying to several tenants from 636 Pacific St. could be / Tom Callan / Tom fair on Seventh more than $1.5 billion in sales last come to Brooklyn for a long seen mingling in the crowd at Saturday’s rally. Avenue in Park year, Halstead has purchased Wil- time,” said Ross. “I chose Hal- An alternative Queens Councilman Tony Avella, who Slope last Sunday. liam S. Ross Real Estate. stead because they understood chairs a land use subcommittee, joined the Bill Ross, owner of the Mon- that Brooklyn is a borough of for boro brides opposition this week and called on the de- tague Street realty firm, will be See ROSS on page 15 The Brooklyn Papers The Brooklyn See RALLY on page 4 It’s not just Nets . . . It’s a whole new Brooklyn!

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LY N THE NEW BROOK 2 BWN THE BROOKLYN PAPERS • WWW.BROOKLYNPAPERS.COM June 26, 2004 Gowanus Expressway town hall Mon. By Jotham Sederstrom “The Gowanus Expressway divides is where, below ground, the tunnel safety of a number of historic or signif- tunnel is to see neighborhoods recon- The Brooklyn Papers communities — Bay Ridge from Dyker would course. Neil Cohen, a vice chair icant buildings. nected, especially in Red Hook. Heights, Sunset Park from the water- of the group, said that eight different In fact, said many at that meeting, The expressway was built in the ear- Members of a group seeking to raze front, and Red Hook from Gowanus and routes are being considered, each be- temporary and permanent property con- ly 1940s, when city power broker the crumbling Gowanus Expressway Carroll Gardens,” said Michael Cairl, ginning in the Dyker Heights vicinity demnations were the most worrisome Robert Moses headed the bridge and and replace it with a tunnel are contin- the group’s recently appointed chairman, and leading into the Brooklyn-Battery among a dozen issues being discussed. tunnel authority. Along with the en- uing to prioritize their concerns before referring to the 5.7-mile stretch of ele- Tunnel in Red Hook. Where those takings would occur, de- trance to the Brooklyn-Battery Tunnel a meeting next month with the Depart- vated highway running from the Brook- Still to be decided, however, are the pends on where tunnel entrances and it effectively segregated Red Hook ment of Transportation. lyn-Queens Expressway down to the portions of the route running under- exits would be located. from Carroll Gardens and other inland In anticipation of that meeting, the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge. neath Sunset Park, Red Hook, Go- Most agreed that the best route was neighborhoods. Gowanus Community Stakeholders The group has been fighting for wanus and Carroll Gardens. one they call the New Harbor Align- On Monday, said Cairl, the group Group is holding a corridor-wide town years to have the thoroughfare replaced At a meeting in May that was organ- ment. By coursing under the water- will present the results of its communi- hall meeting at Borough Hall, 209 Jo- with a tunnel system leading into Man- ized for residents in Red Hook, most front, the entrances and exits would be ty workshops over the last several ralemon St. at Court Street, this Mon- hattan. But before a meeting next believed that routes coursing under- less burdensome on traffic. That route months as well as any progress made day, June 28, at 6:30 pm. Members of month with Department of Transporta- neath First, Second and Third avenues would curve under Shore Parkway, up with the state Department of Trans- the group, which wants to replace the tion officials, activists say they need to would be the least effective alternatives the Sunset Park waterfront and into Red portation. They will also reveal a draft crumbling, elevated highway with a agree on a final plan. to the Gowanus. They also said they Hook and Carroll Gardens. of their proposed “Community Alterna-

tunnel, hope for a huge turnout. Among the details being sorted out were the most likely to threaten the One impetus for the push to dig a tive” to the expressway. / Tom Callan / Tom The Brooklyn Papers The Brooklyn Olympians in DUMBO The 2004 U.S. Olympic boxing team visited Gleason's Gym in DUMBO Wednesday, stopping by Empire-Fulton Ferry State Park for a group photo. Pic- tured are (back row) Andre Dirrell (165 lbs; Middleweight); Andre Ward (178 lbs; Light Heavyweight); Jason Estrada (201+; Super Heavyweight); Devin Vargas (201 lbs; Heavyweight); and Vanes Martirosyan (152 lbs; Welterweight) and (front row) Olympic Head Coach Basheer Abdullah; Rau'Shee Warren (106 lbs; Light Flyweight); Ronald Silver (112 lbs; Flyweight); and Vincente Escobedo (132 lbs; Lightweight). The team leaves for Greece on July 3.

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ccording to the U.S. Census Bureau, people * Estate taxes are due within nine months Atoday can expect to live longer in retirement of death. than ever before. Increased life expectancies mean we’ll all probably have to do a better job To help meet estimated future needs, typical finan- lunatic stabber in Slope cial plans often employ the following strategies: of planning our retirement and protecting our estate assets than previous generations. Working * Updating current estate plans By Deborah Kolben The other customer stayed ran off the train. out a sound financial plan now-before you need * Titling assets to maximize credit available The Brooklyn Papers on in the cab, but as the car The victim, 51, was sitting on it-can help accomplish retirement and other 78 PCT. BLOTTER approached Eighth Avenue a Brooklyn-bound 2 train when important financial goals. against federal estate taxes Police are still trying to and Ninth Street the passenger a man grabbed the items as the * Purchasing life insurance to cover estate tax determine the identity of a pulled out a gun and pushed it train neared the Bergen Street Retirement Planning and settlement costs * Establishing certain irrevocable trusts, which deranged man who stabbed jacker couldn’t start the car, so The victim, 32, was taken through the divider. station. When the doors opened, Creating a financial plan can help ensure a com- another man, tried to steal “Give me the f---ing mon- he ran off with the plates. fortable retirement. In drawing up your plan you’ll may help remove assets your taxable estate he jumped out and ran. to Lutheran Medical Center have to review your: * Making gifts of $11,000 or less to reduce his car and then threatened When police arrived the at- where he was listed in critical ey,” he said. The incident occurred at 1:30 pm on June 8. the value of your estate. to jump from the roof of a tacker was tearing off his but stable condition. The driver handed over $70 * Anticipated costs of living during retirement but continued to follow the four-story building when bloody shirt. He then ran into The attacker gave two dif- Gas heist * Current retirement assets In short, talking with a financial and tax advisor crook until he was able to flag regarding the adequacy of current estate and retire- police closed in on him. a building on Berkeley Place ferent names and police are A cabby gassing up in the * Current retirement savings and investments The incident began at 7:15 and Fifth Avenue where he still confirming his identity. down a police officer, who early morning hours had his ment plans is an essential first step for anyone inter- * Expected rates of investment, and present ested in leaving behind a lasting personal and finan- am, on June 16, when a Park ran up to the rooftop and used placed the 26-year-old gun- wallet stolen at a gas station Rob Mr. Softee man under arrest. and potential inflation rates. cial legacy. Slope resident left home and a cable wire to swing over to As if having Mayor on Fourth Avenue and Dou- headed for his car at Sackett the fire escape. Then he Bloomberg try to silence their Tile theif glas Street. The victim, 30, Once this information is determined, any shortfall This article does not constitute tax or legal advice. Consult your between projected retirement income and anticipat- tax or legal advisor before making any tax- or legally related Street near Fourth Avenue. threatened to jump. siren song of summer were An employee at the newly went to pay and left his wallet in a bag on the front seat at ed costs of living during your retirement can be cal- investment decisions. This article is published for general infor- The man was nearing his Police managed to subdue not enough, ice cream trucks opened Lowe’s hardware store mational purposes only and is not an offer or solicitation to sell the man and place him under 4:50 am on June 16. When he culated. It’s important to plan so that you have 2002 black Audi when a man in Park Slope were victimized was busted this week for al- enough assets to get you through, not merely to, or buy any securities or commodities. Any particular invest- returned just minutes later the ment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they whose neck bore a tattoo of the arrest. anew this week by a pair of legedly trying to steal $2,000 retirement. A comprehensive retirement plan might wallet, along with his driver’s relate to your individual circumstances and objectives. devil and another of a spider The 24-year-old faces a early morning bandits. worth of floor tiles. include elements such as: license and $25, was missing. jumped out of nowhere and laundry list of charges includ- The thieves broke into a The 21-year-old sales rep- Investments and services are offered through Morgan Stanley stabbed the unsuspecting mo- ing attempted robbery and at- parking lot at Carroll and resentative from Long Island Hamburglar alert * 401 (k) plans DW Inc., member SIPC. torist in the neck, head and tempted murder. Nevins streets that holds sev- was arrested, police say, after A tough stopped a teenager * Roth or traditional IRAs –––––––––––––––––––––– body as he opened the car door. Police recovered a knife eral Mister Softee trucks and he was caught trying to walk eating lunch at the McDonald’s * Education savings plans When the would-be car- and bloody shirt. ripped off of the soft-serve ve- out of the store at Second Av- on Ninth Street near Fifth Av- * Life insurance or annuities To learn more, contact me at hicles on June 18. enue and 10th Street with 420 enue at 1:20 pm on June 14. * Tax-advantaged investments. (800) 995-4635 ext. 7759 A witness spotted two men Santa Fe tiles and 31 classic “Give me the phone,” he running away from the lot at 5 Beech tiles. insisted before grabbing the Estate Planning or (212) 883-7759 am and then noticed the fence The alleged thefts occurred cell phone out of the victim’s Most of us already know that our estate includes had been cut. between June 15 and June 21, hand and fleeing. every asset and debt we have. However, few of us The incident wasn’t report- according to police. The victim, 14, gave it up. probably also realize that: When confronted, the em- ed to police until 11:30 pm * Federal tax rates begin at 37% and rise 330 Madison Avenue, 8th Fl. when all of the truck owners ployee said he had already venue paid for the items, police said. to 48% for estates valued at $1,500,000 had been notified. or more for 2004 NY, NY 10017 Less than $200 was taken Time bandits th in the incident. First they asked for the Robs cabby time, then they proposed a rtSupplies A cabby who picked up a shopping trip. GAY FRIENDLY BROOKLYN MEDICAL PRACTICE couple in Greenwich Village A group of teens walking and was delivering them to Park down 12th street stopped a • General Male Health Issues Slope in the early morning man near Seventh Avenue and A 376 asked if he knew what time it COMPREHENSIVE HIV CARE INCLUDING: hours on June 14 had no idea he Supplies7 for was about to be robbed. was. 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NOT JUST NETS • THE NEW BROOKLYN • NOT JUST NETS Watchdog calls for arena ‘ULURP’ By Deborah Kolben project should go though the Ever since the project — them to represent the con- ullo-Martin said. sell him the rights to build man for Develop-Don’t Destroy community participation that The Brooklyn Papers same process that any other de- which would build 2.4 million stituents,” said Russianoff. The ability to override city over the Long Island Rail Brooklyn, a group of residents will no doubt improve this velopment would normally go square feet of new office and Instead of elected officials, review dates back to the days of Road storage yard on the site. opposed to the plan, said he plan and make it a win-win Saying the appointed through,” Gene Russianoff, a retail space, approximately if the project goes to the state, Gov. Nelson Rockefeller, who He also needs the Empire was pleased to see the show of for both the neighborhood and state officials who will senior attorney for the New 4,500 units of housing and an an Empire State Development created the Urban Development State Development Corpora- support from NYPIRG. for all of Brooklyn,” Marko- review Bruce Ratner’s $2.5 York Public Interest Research arena to house Ratner’s New Corporation-appointed board Corporation, now known as the tion to sign on as lead agency “Develop-Don’t Destroy witz said. billion Atlantic Yards arena, Group (NYPIRG), said this Jersey Nets — was announced would be making the deci- Empire Sate Development Cor- for the project, enabling it to has been pushing and asking Asked about the role of City office tower and housing week. last December, the developer sions, said Russianoff. poration, she noted. force property owners in the for this development proposal Planning, Rachaele Raynoff, a plan are not accountable to The city’s Uniform Land Use has said the state would take “Nobody knows their “He wanted to evade com- path of the plan to sell their to go through ULURP since spokeswoman for the agency, names and faces. Should they munity review because he be- property under the state’s December. We will support said, “When state MTA land is the public, a government Review Procedure (ULURP) the lead as both co-applicant requires the recommendations and arbiter. be making decisions? We say, lieved communities would op- power of eminent domain. any group that is calling for the involved, the state has jurisdic- watchdog group is calling of, and public hearings before, “The usual process gives ‘No,’” he said. pose many of the projects he Gov. George Pataki, a same thing,” Goldstein said. tion.” for the plan to be put the local community board, bor- the mayor and council final Instead of the city’s rigor- wanted to impose on them,” friend of Ratner’s dating back “We are calling on City Several actions called for in through city review. ough president, City Planning say, and that both holds them ous review process, most of said Vitullo-Martin. to their days attending Colum- Council members to keep the project, including rezoning “Such a big and important Commission and City Council. accountable and empowers the public review for the arena Rockefeller was governor bia University Law School to- their rights of oversight of this and street demapping, would plan will be conducted at the from 1959 to 1973. The Urban gether, has appointing authori- project,” he added. norally go through ULURP. state level, and only require Development Corporation ty over both the MTA and While land use oversight is NYPIRG, which came out one public hearing, according could override local zoning, ESDC boards. still one of the few powers af- this week against the Jets Sta- to Russianoff. condemn property and create NYPIRG is also asking for forded to borough presidents, dium on the west side of Developed as a project of creative financing schemes to an independent appraiser to when asked about the Manhattan, has not taken a the Empire State Develop- carry out its development. set the price for the air rights NYPIRG statement, Brooklyn position on the Atlantic Yards Convoy to show ment Corporation, Atlantic The current Atlantic Yards to build over the rail yards. Borough President Marty project itself. Yards would be subject only project would stretch from Flat- “MTA should get fair mar- Markowitz, who spearheaded The NBA board of gover- to environmental review un- bush Avenue to Vanderbilt Av- ket value for the site,” said the arena project and has been nors is expected to approve der the State Environmental enue between Atlantic Avenue Rusianoff. Prospect Heights its most vocal cheerleader, Ratner’s $300 million pur- Quality Review Act (SE- and Dean Street. Councilwoman Letitia James simply said it was a state proj- chase of the Nets by the end Ikea traffic impact QRA), a process that involves Ratner does not own any of has repeatedly asked the MTA ect and “ULURP is not appli- of June. After that, the devel- much less public scrutiny than that land. to put the property up to a bid- cable.” oper is expected top move does ULURP. He needs the Metropolitan ding process. “However, I am confident swiftly to get the project off By Deborah Kolben Its plans also include 1,400 Ikea’s land use lawyer, cited the Through a spokesman, Transportation Authority to Daniel Goldstein, a spokes- that there will be meaningful the ground. The Brooklyn Papers parking spaces and more than company’s proposed subway Councilman David Yassky, 70,000 square feet of addition- shuttles and a free Manhattan- South Brooklyn residents whose Brownstone Brooklyn al retail and restaurant space to-Red Hook ferry service. He district abuts the proposed are- who think an Ikea on the along the waterfront. also rebuffed CROWN’s traffic Erie Basin waterfront would na, agreed with Russianoff. “It The proposed store has ex- volume numbers. should go through an inten- turn Red Hook and sur- acerbated an already split “The suggestion that Ikea sive city screening process. rounding neighborhoods community with one side, pri- Red Hook will draw 50,000 The state process is simply not into a parking lot are plan- marily from the Red Hook vehicles per week is simply Numbers game over going to be enough to fully ning to take their cars to the Houses public housing project, untrue,” Masyr told The examine the project,” said his streets to prove the point. pushing for jobs while other Brooklyn Papers. “For exam- spokesman, Evan Thies. Dozens of anti-Ikea activists residents are concerned about ple, our studies indicate that Julia Vitullo-Martin, a sen- are expected to take part in the traffic and appropriate water- on a busy weekend day — our ior fellow at the Manhattan In- caravan through the streets of front development. busiest days of the week — stitute, a conservative think- Ratner arena jobs Red Hook, Carroll Gardens, Ikea estimates 600 jobs will we expect to draw approxi- tank, called it “outrageous” become available at the store mately 5,000 cars.” Brooklyn Heights and Cobble that the project would likely and has committed to opening a Laura Goodwin, who lives skirt city review. By Deborah Kolben Davidson. “I don’t think there would have The pledge has raised some concerns Hill to raise awareness about job training center inside or near on Van Dyke Street with her been more than 2,000 workers supporting among area residents who want to make the potential traffic the megas- “There’s something outra- The Brooklyn Papers the Red Hook Houses, home to partner and twin 7-year-old geous about this combination the Atlantic Yards project at last week’s ral- sure they also get jobs. tore would bring. approximately 70 percent of the twins just a block away from At a June 17 rally on the steps of ly if there were any doubt this project Darnell Canada, who foundedPeople Organizers declined to say of power — the sate can con- Borough Hall to support the Atlantic neighborhood’s residents. the proposed Ikea said she also demn private property and would create a significant number of jobs.” for Political and Economic Empower- when the procession would Sones and other critics are plans to join in the caravan. Yards project, the loudest cry came Opponents of the plan disagree. ment, a group aimed at creating jobs for take place, or precisely where, then not subject any of its de- worried about the 50,000 cars “[Ikea’s] attitude is they cisions to public review,” Vit- from labor. “I think it’s very misleading,” said Pat- people in public housing, wants to see a citing fear of reprisal from per week — or 2.6 million per don’t care,” said Goodwin. As reported in last week’s Brooklyn ti Hagan, a spokeswoman for the project labor agreement ensuring that Ikea supporters. cars per year — they say Ikea “They don’t care that our kids Papers, men and women from various Prospect Heights Action Coalition, a jobs go to local residents. “What is becoming obvious will attract. are going to grow up with as- unions voiced support of the arena, resi- group opposed to the $2.5 billion con- “I know if there’s not a project labor it that it’s actually not Red “What people don’t take into bestos being released in the air Clarification dential and office tower development struction of a basketball arena, four soar- agreement there’s no possible way the Hook that is going to get account is the cumulative ef- — thousands of rats that will The article headlined planned for Prospect Heights. ing office towers, and 4.4 million square construction of the arena or any of those creamed by traffic, it’s the sur- fect,” said Sones, who ticked off come across and infest our “DUMBO protesters meet po- From the beginning the project’s de- feet of apartment buildings. jobs will put the people down here to rounding neighborhoods,” said a number of other large-volume homes. There’s an apathy ets on bridge” in the June 19 veloper, Bruce Ratner, has said the proj- Union organizer Anthony Pugliese, of work,” said Canada. Lou Sones, a founding member stores that have already opened there that doesn’t work for edition noted that Borough ect will create 10,000 permanent jobs the District Council of Carpenters, said “They said it’s 100-percent union, of Coalition to Revitalize our in the area including Home De- me.” President Marty Markowitz, and 15,000 construction jobs. he does not think Ratner is deceiving the these [local] people are not in the union,” Waterfront Now! (CROWN), a pot, Lowe’s and Pathmark, as Kit Hodge, a Red Hook who had been expected to But critics of the plan are pointing out public. he added. “If they don’t do a project la- community group opposed to well as the Fairway grocery resident who moved to the march with the poets, was a that the project will really only create “It’s creating jobs, even it it’s 1,500 bor agreement the people down here the Ikea. store under construction at the waterfront community a year “no-show.” 1,500 construction jobs, which will con- over 10 years, those are man hours that won’t get the training they need.” The Swedish home furnish- end of Van Brunt Street in Red ago said she is “horrified” The article did not explain tinue each year for 10 years. don’t exist right now,” he said. “We’re Daryl Green, a consultant for Ratner, ings giant wants to construct a Hook. All are stores that draw a about Ikea coming in. that the borough president “Fifteen-hundred jobs a year over 10 unions, we want to put our people to said Forest City Ratner would work to 346,000-square-foot store at the large volume of drivers rather Said Hodge, “People see it missed the march due to the years is 15,000 jobs and it’s 1,500 jobs a work.” create a pre-apprenticeship program with former New York Shipyard site than mass transit riders. as a Red Hook issue, when in death of his father-in-law, Dr. year in an area of high unemployment,” Ratner has vowed to build the entire the unions. He said he expects one out of between Dwight and Columbia Responding to word of the reality it’s an issue for all of Jules Snow. said Forest City Ratner spokeswoman Beth project with union labor. four jobs to go to local residents. streets along the Erie Basin. protest caravan, Jesse Masyr, Brooklyn. We regret the omission. Witnesses’ DUMBO tower RALLY AGAINST RATNER… hearing on Wednesday By Deborah Kolben away, the new development would house The facility would also include a three- The Brooklyn Papers 2,000 Jehovah’s Witnesses. story assembly hall with a seating capaci- Currently zoned for manufacturing, the ty of 2,500, a 1,600-person dining facility Community Board 2 is hosting the Watchtower Society originally planned a and an 1,100-space underground garage. first public hearing on the plan by the printing facility for the site and even be- The site has raised concerns among its Watchtower Society, the corporate gan demolition that has left a gaping hole DUMBO neighbors who claim the project entity of the Jehovah’s Witnesses there for the past 12 years. is out of scale with the rest of the neigh- religious order, to build four soaring But last year the organization shifted its borhood and would create a “dead zone” apartment buildings on an immense printing facilities 90 miles outside the city because it does not include any retail plot of land at the edge of DUMBO to upstate Wallkill and is now seeking a space at the street level. and Vinegar Hill. variance to use the site for residential de- The CB2 hearing is the first stop along The hearing is scheduled for this velopment. the city’s Uniform Land Use Review Pro- Wednesday, June 30, at 6 pm, at Congre- The plans include 1,000 units of hous- cedure (ULURP). The application will later gation Mount Sinai, 250 Cadman Plaza ing divided between four buildings of 20, be reviewed by Borough President Marty West. 18, 16 and 14 stories. The tallest building Markowitz, the City Planning Commission With its world headquarters just blocks would reach 220 feet. and the City Council. / Jori Klein Red Hook Ikea hearing set

The Brooklyn Papers Two weeks ago, Community Board 6 ty and those concerned that the neighbor- Papers The Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz voted to approve the application to build hood, which already handles a heavy vol- the 346,000-square-foot store. ume of truck traffic, will be overrun by will host a hearing Wednesday on the plan Ikea builds most of its stores in subur- vehicles heading to and from the big box to build an Ikea home furnishings store on ban areas, in industrial parks or off high- store. the Erie Basin waterfront in Red Hook. way exits; this Ikea would be the first in After the hearing, the borough president The public hearing, part of the city’s an urban area. will have approximately two weeks to Laura Newman, center, leads Reverend Billy Talen's Stop Shopping Gospel Choir in a performance at the rally against land use review process, will be held at The plan has split Red Hook into two make a recommendation before the appli- the proposed Nets arena and high-rise development, last Saturday, on Pacific Street between Fifth and Sixth avenues. Borough Hall, on Joralemon Street at camps — those who want the jobs Ikea cation moves on to the City Planning Court Street, at 6 pm, on June 30. officials promise to bring to the communi- Commission and then the City Council. Continued from page 1 veloper to seek community input on the plan. “This is our city. We should have a say. You should have a say,” Avella told the protesters. “Not one dollar of taxpayer money should be spent to make a EDC counters ‘Downtown Plan lie’ billionaire richer,” he said. Neither Ratner nor the city has disclosed how much public To the editor: meet the required criteria to plementation of the Down- money would be needed for the project, which has been staunch- Your article headlined, place these buildings on the town Brooklyn Plan, which ly supported by Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Borough Presi- “Charge city big lied about LETTER National Register of Historic will bring much needed jobs, dent Marty Markowitz. D’town study” [Page 1, June Places. As I said in my testi- investment and open space to “We’re here to fight for the resources that belong to the city,” 19] was a serious misrepre- mony before the City Council the community. We were grat- said Owens. sentation of our efforts to de- AKRF contacted more than a Land Use Committee, the ified the committee voted The rally took a wacky turn when Reverend Billy and the Stop termine the historic validity dozen respected institutions to Bloomberg Administration is unanimously in favor of the Shopping Choir took the stage and started preaching to the, well, of claims that several build- learn as much as possible committed to learning the plan. — Joshua Sirefman choir. ings falling within the Down- about their history. Some of truth about these properties as Chief Operation Officer Billy Talen, an actor and performance artist who takes on the town Brooklyn Plan may these institutions provided a we move forward in the im- NYCEDC persona of a southern preacher, was backed up by a dozen have been safe houses on the great deal of information, while others guided AKRF to “choir” members as he railed against corporate greed and deliv- Underground Railroad. / Jori Klein ered a paean to Daniel Goldstein, a resident of 636 Pacific St. As soon as we learned of other resources. It’s important to note that Send us a letter who has so far refused to sell his apartment to Ratner. claims related to the properties By mail: Letters Editor, Brooklyn Papers, on Duffield and Gold streets, all these institutions were con- Although it appeared there were several hundred people at the 55 Washington St., Brooklyn, NY 11201 rally at any one time, Develop-Don’t Destroy Brooklyn, the we directed our environmental tacted, and any statements to Fax: (718) 834-9278. consulting firm AKRF to the contrary are completely By e-mail: [email protected] group that organized the event, claims 3,000 people attended be- make the best possible assess- false. Letters must be signed and include the writer’s home address and Papers The Brooklyn tween the hours of 2 and 8 pm, basing their estimate on the num- ment of the historic signifi- Our research has yet to un- phone (only the writer’s neighborhood and street name are published Rep. Major Owens, who would like to see the arena ber of stickers given to each person entering the rally. The group cance of these three buildings. cover enough evidence to with the letter). Letters may be edited and will not be returned. built at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, speaks at rally. raised $5,000 for their cause at the rally. June 26, 2004 THE BROOKLYN PAPERS • WWW.BROOKLYNPAPERS.COM AWP 5

ThePlay’s the Thing The ‘party’ ends for Marty with Ed Shakespeare By Ed Shakespeare American Baseball Research, known clone roller coaster, and having a for The Brooklyn Papers as SABR. chocolate egg cream in a local diner At Keyspan Park, the party is As Party Marty, Haber had devel- — some things he’d never done be- oped quite a following. During the UPs fore, even during his three years on over for Marty. home opener, some fans along the left the job with the Clones. Marty Haber, known to Cyclones field line were chanting, “We want Alumni report fans as “Party Marty,” has left the Cy- Marty!” & Watt’s in clones to pursue a prospective career as At Capital City, Brian Walker has an “Marty always wanted to be a po- DOWNs a police officer, according to Cyclones ERA of 0.00 in seven games, Shane lice officer,” said Campanaro. “He Hawk has an ERA of 2.20, Evan spokesman Dave Campanaro. wants to attend the New York Police Marty was a full-time Cyclone MacLane is 5-2 with a 2.39 ERA. Greg Department Academy.” Ramirez is 4-0 with a 1.69 ERA. At Port ticket account executive by day and Party Marty’s on-field duties will the lively on-field master of cere- St. Lucie, Kevin Deaton is 4-1 with a center? be assumed by the “Beach Bums,” a 3.00 ERA, Luz Portobanco is 1-2 with a monies by night. / Gary Thomas group of six young male and female Sock hop 2.66 ERA, Scott Kazmir is 0-2 with a Haber ran contests, made an- entertainers who can be identified by nouncements and interacted with fans The Cyclones have been wearing 4.64 ERA. At Binghamton, Jason Sco- their red “Beach Bum” jerseys. bie is 3-1 with a 2.93 ERA, Blake for three years. But late last season, the old-fashioned high socks — albeit Welcome back, fans McGinley is 7-1 with an ERA of 2.87. he was involved in a controversial in- sans stirrups — for all of their games. At Cap City, Ian Bladergroen is hit- Derran. cident in the nightly Nathan’s Hot During the home opener, the Cy- The team is uniformly in the high ting .335 with 13 home runs, Shawn Dog Race. clones players, manager Tony Tijeri- socks, red for most home dates and The Brooklyn Papers File The Brooklyn Bowman is at .274 with 10 homers, During one race, Haber tackled na and coach Mitchell Donovan were FTER A WEEK in action, the 2004 Brooklyn Cy- Marty ‘Party Marty’ Haber has blue when playing on the road, and Ryan Harvey is at .351; David Reaver “Relish,” one of the three hot dogs on the steps near the front gate of the clones have already had numerous changes to their left the Cyclones to become a the look is both traditional and cool. .286; roster. Between the June 21 game at Hudson Valley running, preventing her from win- ballpark. As fans entered the stadium, There is a rumor that on Sunday, June In St. Lucie, Aaron Baldiris is hitting A police officer, according to team the Cyclones greeted the fans, signed and the next day’s home opener there were eight roster ning. Relish had to be taken to the 27, the Cyclones will do something officials. .292, Jay Caligiuri is at .254 with 10 moves. So, in an effort to prevent Cyclones fans from suf- hospital as a result of the incident, autographs, posed for photos, and special with the socks. Stay tuned. home runs, Ryan Harvey is at .360, fering the same befuddled state as Lou Costello, let’s present and Party Marty was not on the field chatted with the early arrivals. Kudos Fusselle on the town David Reaver .286, Blake Whealy .266 our second annual “Who’s On First” (all stats as of June 23). for the next game. In the following lege career as a pitcher for Hofstra to general manager Steve Cohen and with nine homers, Andy Wilson is at game, Haber returned to his normal University, and had worked for the the rest of the Cyclones staff for a Warner Fusselle, the Cyclones’ ra- .277 with 10 home runs. Who’s On First? on-field duties, and he finished the Helena Brewers and the Rancho Cu- great idea. It was run just right — it dio announcer, has climbed down Right now, the answer is Wendt, pronounced “went.” At Binghamton, David Bacani is at season without any further incident. camonga Quakes. His dad, Bill was organized, yet relaxed and fan from his perch in the Catbird Seat and .319, Justin Huber is at .295 with seven Actually, the answer is more like “I Don’t Know,” since Marty was always involved in Haber, was the statistician and histori- friendly. There were no tables, no reg- “gone Brooklyn.” The Southern gen- homers, Wayne Lydon is at .264 with the Cyclones have three first basemen, but who can resist baseball, from his days playing Little an for the Topps Baseball Card Com- imentation, just a warm, low-key way tleman and long-time Manhattan resi- 42 stolen bases, Angel Pagan is hitting a name like Wendt to follow Who and What? League at Marine Park to his playing pany. Bill Haber also was one of five to let the fans and the Cyclones meet dent was sighted recently spinning on .315 with 25 steals. Joe Jiannetti recent- Alliteration aside, Justin Wendt is a former enforcer. for Madison High School to his col- founding members of the Society for each other. Well done! the Wonder Wheel, riding the Cy- ly joined the club and is 2 for 4. No, nothing involving anyone getting whacked, but en- forcement nonetheless — hockey style. The 6-foot-3, 228- pound Wendt was a defenseman in amateur hockey in his native Canada who would easily accumulate more than 200 penalty minutes a season. “My job,” explains the affable Wendt, “was to get into fights with opposing players. That was work. Baseball is Clones top champs to start season fun.” Wendt has power potential. He has already been called “Norm” by some fans, a reference to the “Cheers” charac- By Ed Shakespeare clones’ first manager — came in Williamsport 8 thirds and Torres came in to moved to third on a passed ball. the eighth when Dante Brinkley, for The Brooklyn Papers to pitch. But this “Fonzie” quickly Brooklyn 3 pitch. He threw one submarine Brinkley walked and then stole who had walked, later reached ter played by actor George Wendt, whom Wendt insists is gave up a home run. pitch and got a groundout to second. Both runners scored when third and scored on a fielder’s no relation. “He got his changeup too June 19 at Williamsport second. That ended the Cutters Concepcion’s ground ball resulted choice by Ambiorix Concepcion. Also on first is Jabe Bergeron, also a hockey player, Brooklyn 6 Williamsport 3 high, one bad pitch, it was three David Torres, the first Brook- scoring, and the Cyclones went in a wild throw to the plate by the Hudson Valley again tied the from Williams College. A left wing, he once finished sec- runs, but Alfonzo recovered lyn native to play on the Cyclones down 1-2-3 to end the game. Cutter second baseman, allowing game in the eighth, but the Cy- ond in his league in goals. Bergeron went to the academi- June 18 at Williamsport (he’s from Bensonhurst), made nicely from that,” said Cyclones Brooklyn 4 both runners to score. clones took the lead in the top of cally prestigious Williams figuring he’d “pick the school To err is human, to forgive manager Tony Tijerina. his debut, putting a lid on the Carlos Muniz came in to get the 10th when Dante Brinkley for the academics and if I were good enough in baseball, divine. Alfonzo then shut the door, romp, but it was too late — the Williamsport 2 the final out in the ninth. led off with a bunt single, and they would find me.” The Cyclones did. The Crosscutters proved their Crosscutters rapped the Cyclones and the Clones rallied for three June 20 at Williamsport Hudson Valley 5 reached second on a throwing Tyler Davidson will also play first for the Clones. The humanity four times, and the Cy- runs in the seventh as Stacey Ben- other pitchers for 13 hits and The Cyclones used nearly error on the play. After a sacri- power-hitting Davidson was with the Cyclones in 2003. clones proved their lack of divini- nett doubled, Jabe Bergeron was brought the Brooks their first loss. perfect pitching by three out of Brooklyn 4 fice bunt by Derran Watts Davidson nearly knocked down the leftfield fence with his ty by refusing to forgive their hit by a pitch, and Kyle Brown With Jeff Landing on the hill, four hurlers to win the finale of June 21 at Hudson Valley moved Brinkley to third, Caleb line drive double in his first game with the team. playoff-ending loss last Sept. 10 ran for Bergeron. After a fly-out Williamsport scored in the bottom their opening series. Brooklyn took a quick lead in Stewart drove in Brinkley with a What’s On Second? when Williamsport won the New by Brooklyn shortstop Grant Pso- of the first on a sacrifice fly. Will Quaglieri started for the first inning when Dante single. York-Penn League championship mas advanced Bennett to third, Brooklyn scored two in the sec- Brooklyn and shut out the Cut- Brinkley tripled and later scored Alas, the Renegades won the No, What’s (make that Watts, as in Derran Watts) is in in Brooklyn. ond when Stacy Bennett singled, game against reliever Dan Foli center field. At second is Bryan Zech, a 5-foot-10 spark- the comedy of errors began. ters for four innings, allowing on a double by Caleb Stewart. Joe Williams opened the sea- Brown stole second, and Caleb Stewart reached on an error no hits and a walk. Ryan Danly Hudson Valley tied the game in who took the loss when he al- plug who says he likes “to drive pitchers crazy.” son for the Clones and tossed Bennett scored on an error by and Justin Wendt doubled them in. lowed a two-run double down Zech attempts this mental abuse by trying to run the relieved Quaglieri and allowed the first, but Brooklyn took the four shutout innings until run- the second baseman. Travis After the Crosscutters added a no runs in four innings himself. lead in the third when Bryan Zech the left field line. count, bunting and stealing. Also playing second are ning into trouble in the fifth. Garcia popped up, Wendt run in the second, Brooklyn took Brooklyn broke out to a 1-0 scored from third on a balk. Brooklyn 6 Kevin Rios, up from Kingsport where he hit .231, and Brooklyn opened the scoring walked, and in the big play of the lead on a home run by Dante lead in the first when Dante Brink- Michael Devaney started for David Housel, from Mendham, N.J., and a Cyclone last with a run in the fourth when the game, a long fly ball by Rios Brinkley. Williamsport added two ley was hit by a pitch, swiped sec- the Clones, giving up a run in Tri-City 3 season. Housel explained that he’s actually in his third Derran Watts singled and even- was dropped by the Crosscut- more runs in the third. ond and later scored on a single by four innings. June 23, at Tri-City year in Brooklyn, having played for the Brooklyn Bon- tually scored on a groundout by ters’ center fielder, allowing Ryan Meyers pitched the Ambiorix Concepcion. The Renegades tied the game The Cyclones (4-2) gave Tri- nies, an amateur team that plays its home games at the Pa- Jade Bergeron. both Wendt and Brown to score, next three innings for the Cy- The Cyclones added another in the sixth against reliever Tim City (5-1) their first loss of the rade Grounds. In the Williamsport fifth, giving Brooklyn a 4-3 lead. clones, allowing only a run in run in the third when Brinkley hit Worthington when Francisco season as Joe Williams (1-0) got I Don’t Know’s on third Williams had two men on base Brooklyn added two more runs the fifth, but picking up the loss. a sacrifice fly to score Kevin Rios. Leandro singled and eventually the win with five shutout in- A Bronx guy is on third, Travis Garcia, and despite an with one out when Edgar Alfonzo in the eighth. Kris Regas was touched for In the seventh, the Brooks’ scored on a wild pitch. nings, allowing only two hits 0-for-19 start at the plate, Garcia has not been accorded — son and namesake of the Cy- Alfonzo picked up the victory. three runs in an inning and two Corey Coles doubled, and then Brooklyn took back the lead in while striking out five. any Bronx cheers. Garcia spent part of last season at Brooklyn. This season, the former shortstop from Iona College has started every Cyclones game. I Don’t Give A Darn (shortstop) At short will be Ryan Coultas, a sixth-round draft pick from the University of California at Davis. The 6-foot-3 Coultas batted .337 in college this season before an injury limited him to pinch running. So far, Grant Psomas, who hit .343 at West Virginia University, has been playing short. He can also play second. Psomas, who is also 6- foot-3, hails from Carnegie, Pa. Why and Because (outfield) For the Cyclones, left fielder Dante Brinkley has been outstanding. Why? Because he’s hitting .385 with a double, triple and home run, and Dante’s an inferno on the bases, having swiped three. Also seeing time in left is Caleb Stewart, a native Kentuckian from the University of Kentucky. PARENT Watts? He’s in center. Derran, a Cyclone in 2003, is on an injury rehab assignment and Watts has been lighting up THE BROOKLYN HEIGHTS the pitchers, hitting .385. Also playing center field will be Corey Coles. “C.C.” hit only .167 in a brief time with No longer ‘Daddy’s little girl’ Brooklyn last year, but he hit .333 at Kingsport. A former v Jewish r outfielder and relief pitcher at the University of Louisiana- Q: My 9-year-old daugh- What’s so special about Always show your daughter Lafayette, Coles is a speedy guy. Also in the outfield mix ter’s body is starting to Parent-to-Parent dads? you value her and her body for is Kyle Brown, out of LeMoyne College. change, and I feel a little “Dads have a way of listening what they do, think, feel, imag- Sports Academy In right field is Ambiorix Concepcion, from the Do- awkward about our relation- around an activity when a girl is ine and create rather than for At: The Hannah Senesh School - 215 Pacific St. minican Republic. He has all the tools, and outstanding ship. How can I stay close to having a problem,” says Del- how her body looks, he says. Ages: 5-9 potential. Coincidentally, Ambiorix is also the name of a her? — a father lasega, co-author of “Girl Wars: “As the first man in her life, SWIMMING: Under the supervision of Red Cross certified man who led the people of Gaul against Julius Caesar — A: Don’t give up hugs. 12 Strategies That Will End Fe- you have special leverage in instructors, campers enjoy a heated pool. Instructional & recre- they both have great arms. That’s a sure way to befuddle male Bullying” (Simon & fighting back against what she ational swims are part of our schedule and all campers gain Red Today (catcher) your daughter. Schuster, 2003). “Moms resonate hears — ‘men only like Cross level certification. As a girl enters puberty, it’s with emotion, whereas dads are women for how they look’ — ATHLETICS: Campers develop skills through professional sports The Cyclones have three receivers: Stacey Bennett hit only natural for her father to feel more of a sounding board.” from so many other sources in coaching in sports such as baseball, football, soccer & tennis in a .216 for Brooklyn last season. Danilo Reynoso was in awkward. Get over the queasi- One mother recalls: “I liked our culture,” says Kelly. fully air-conditioned full size NBA accredited gymnasium. Brooklyn in 2002, playing in two games. Then there is the ness because your child needs to talk with him because he Can you help? Delicious & Nutritious Lunch Provided Cyclones’ fourth-round draft pick, Aaron Hathaway, from the father-daughter bond now didn’t try to preach while he the University of Washington. was giving me a lesson. If this “We don’t know where to go Camp is devised of 2 Week Sessions: more than ever, experts say. with my 9-year-old son, who re- Hathaway was voted to the NCAA Regional all-tourna- “Research shows daughters father can be available to lis- Session1: June 28 - July 9th ment team for three straight seasons. He hit .317 in the ten, that’s good.” cently had a brain scan that sug- Session 2: July 12th - July 23rd raised with fathers do better in gested bipolar disorder but Session 3: July 26th - August 6th regular season. Hathaway is related to Anne Hathaway, life,” says Michael Gurian, au- Dads find the teen years es- not the beautiful, young, Brooklyn-born actress, but the pecially trying because of sex- mood stabilizers are not work- Session 4 (1 week only): August 9th - 13th thor of “The Wonder of Girls: ing. He has had problems with Stratford, England-born, wife of William Shakespeare. Understanding the Hidden Na- ual issues and the taboo of Times & Fees Despite this writer’s being a distant relative of Aaron By Betsy Flagler touch. Joe Kelly, head of Dads his moods raging out of control ture of Our Daughters” (Simon since he was 5. I have had to call Hours 9am-3pm. Cost $450 per session Hathaway, he will receive no favorable treatment. After and Daughters (DADS), ad- & Schuster, 2003). “It’s a better vide a way to bond, Gurian the police recently because he Extended Session 8am-6pm. Extra $300 per session all, it’s performance that should count, for the play’s the world for daughters when dresses this concern more ful- says, but remember to explain ly in his book by the same has knocked holes in the wall. For further information please contact: thing. healthy fathers are around.” your rules and consequences. Nothing we have tried over the Children need to take the name, “Dads and Daughters” Simcha Weinstein (718) 596-4840 Ext. 15 Tomorrow (pitcher) Cheryl Dellasega, PhD, a (Broadway Books, 2003). The years is working.” — a mother lead regarding what kind of Checks made payable to Camp Gan Israel, 117 Remsen Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201 That’s when we’ll tell you about the Cyclones’ hurlers. researcher at Penn State who organization’s Web site is If you have tips or a ques- physical affection they’re com- tion, call our toll-free hotline Non-refundable administration fee of $100 per child Actually, it will be next week. runs relationship programs for www.dadsanddaughters.org. Please Note; Camp is closed 4th of July & July 27 (Tisha B’Av) fortable with as their bodies girls, agrees that if a father any time at (800) 827-1092. change, says Gurian, a father DADS recently commis- pushes his budding daughter sioned a poll which indicates of two girls ages 11 and 14. away, she may question her 74 percent of fathers say their “Don’t pull away from appeal to males. Girls like to relationship with their daugh- physical affection,” he says. hear Dad’s point of view and ter is “excellent” or “very OPENER… “That kills the bond.” childhood stories, she says. good,” yet fewer than 50 per- Girls also benefit from a fa- Day Continued from page 1 “Stay connected,” she says. cent of fathers agree that their ther’s perspective and dad- “Dad is the main male source “active involvement is vital to Brinkley led off the bottom of the first with a broken-bat single daughter time — rituals such as of her self-esteem right now. If to right before Derran Watts dropped down a sacrifice bunt, mov- her health and well-being.” School, dinner and a movie or a weekly Dad pulls away, it gives the Kelly sees the answers as a ing him to second. Ambiorix Concepcion’s single to left put run- game of tennis. Even a father’s daughter a negative message ners on first and third for Davidson, who rocketed the first pitch disconnect, and asks, “How can expectations about sports, aca- about her self-esteem just someone be a good father if he Inc. he saw into the left field corner for a double and an RBI. demics and peer groups pro- when she needs it the most.” After Stacy Bennett popped out, Rios doubled to the gap in believes his involvement isn’t A fully licensed and certified preschool left-center, scoring two runs and putting the Clones up 3-0. vital to his daughter’s life?” “A girl still needs affection and Watts put his team up by four in the third — all by himself. OPEN 7:00-6:30 YEAR ROUND positive attention from her father, I 2-4 year old programs I 2, 3, 4 or 5 mornings, After singling to left-center, he promptly stole second. 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They claimed that Empire did not pay their insurance claims correctly under the Medicare Secondary Payer law requiring Employer Group Health Insurance her way thru art world Plans to pay primary (that is, pay first up to the amount covered on the insurance plan), and Medicare to By Christy Lemire pay secondary. The Medicare beneficiaries said that they sometimes did not get primary payment, and Associated Press sometimes did not receive any payments at all because both Medicare and Empire claimed the other You think Eddie, the Jack Russell terrier from should pay first. Empire has denied all of these allegations, but agreed to settle the lawsuit for $1.3 “Frasier,” was talented? million (including $300,000 in costs and attorney’s fees) to be distributed to class members and Ha! All he had to do was sit there and look cute on cue organizations assisting Medicare beneficiaries. — and his show isn’t even on television anymore. The court certified a class consisting of all Medicare eligible individuals who, during the period Tillie — now there’s a dog with some real bite. between March 2, 1989 and August 22, 1996, incurred medical expenses while working, or at a time their The 5-year-old Jack Russell spouses were working, and who were enrolled in group health plans of employers with 20 or more is an artist who has had her paintings exhibited in New employees covered by the working aged provisions of the Medicare Secondary Payer law, and: York, Los Angeles and Eu- rope. She recently opened a • who had employer group health coverage provided by Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (“Empire”) gallery and store in Williams- burg, Brooklyn’s epicenter of at the time those medical expenses were incurred, and all things artsy and hip. Her intense, instinctive • who were denied insurance reimbursement by Empire for those medical expenses, or who scratch marks — in red, blue,

yellow and black — have / Zack Seckler received less reimbursement than the amounts provided under the groups’ primary employer group drawn comparisons to such health insurance plan, based on the fact that they were eligible for Medicare at the time the medical abstract artists as Jackson Pol- lock and Cy Twombly. expenses were incurred, and You may be wondering how a creature with non-op- Associated Press • who have either paid the unreimbursed amounts to their health care providers or whose health posable thumbs can accom- The artistic dog Tillamook Cheddar, or Tillie for short, creates a piece of art during the plish such a hands-on craft. grand opening of Tillie Ltd., a gallery and store in Williamsburg. care providers have not accepted the amounts reimbursed by insurance and/or Medicare as full payment. Well, she gets a little help from Bowman Hastie, her hu- Class members with documentation of loss may be eligible for payments up to $1,000. Class man companion, who discov- a far more cordial disposition. Others, however, are taking energy of a big dog in a little ered her talent when she was The 18-pound pup — who has her seriously. Tillie just re- dog’s body, so they need lots members without documentation of loss who were incorrectly enrolled in Empire plans with secondary just 6 months old. white, wiry fur with brown- turned from a trip to Belgium of exercise. Hastie, a 35-year-old writer, and-black markings around her and the Netherlands, where Not everyone is convinced, coverage may be eligible for payments up to $200. noticed Tillie pawing furious- mischievous, dark eyes — was her paintings were on display though. Hastie acknowledges ly at one of his notepads one more like a social butterfly. in solo exhibitions. She also that some people are skeptical. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO OBTAIN FORMS, CALL OR WRITE TO: day. “She really had a sense of She trotted between the has had her work shown at “People either think it’s a focus and determination. She small, spare, concrete-floored galleries throughout Manhat- spoof or that the persona of a was honing in on the surface,” storefront — where her origi- tan and Brooklyn. dog artist has been created,” Claims Administrator, Medicare Rights Center he says. “I was amazed by it.” nal oil paintings mounted on Art dealer Mike Pollack, who he says. 1460 Broadway, New York, New York 10036 As an experiment, he put a the walls sell for $1,000 — has sold some Tillies, expects “As far as defending it, I piece of carbon paper in front and the sidewalk outside, that her more unusual items don’t concern myself too 888-542-7771 of her, and faster than you where visitors perused a table may do well, such as the 5- much.” could say Pablo Picasso, an piled with T-shirts featuring pound bags of dog food that fea- But Hastie does concern To make a claim for benefits, you must submit the claim form to the Claims Administrator by artist was born. her designs. She greeted ture a limited edition, green- himself with Tillie’s profitabil- Now Tillie — whose full friends and fans by wagging and-yellow print. ity. He’s still writing — he re- August 30, 2004, even if you object to the settlement. To file objections to the proposed settlement, name is Tillamook Cheddar her tail and begging sweetly (Those go for $100, by the cently put together a collection or to be excluded from the class, you must submit the objection form or the exclusion form to the — has developed her tech- for the nuggets of cheese for way, and are billed as “the of essays called “Confessions nique over the years. which she’s named. world’s most expensive dog of a Dog Artist’s Assistant” — Claims Administrator by August 30, 2004. The court will exclude anyone who requests exclusion from Hastie takes a piece of pig- Hastie insists success hasn’t food.”) but he’s looking forward to the mented paper and places it face- gone to Tillie’s head. In her “More sophisticated art types day when Tillie is his main the class. Any class member may appear by counsel, but this is not required. down on another sheet of paper downtime, she still takes part have bought her stuff and think source of income. that’s mounted onto a mat in normal canine activities at it’s going to be worth money,” “I’ve carried her for five The United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York will hold a hearing at 10 a.m. on board. Tillie then takes this can- dog-friendly Prospect Park. says Pollack, who added that years — that’s 35 dog years. vas in her mouth and carries it to “She likes jumping and Europeans have been far more She can carry me for the next September 28, 2004, at the Federal Courthouse, 225 Cadman Plaza East, Second Floor, Courtroom 7, her workspace, where she nib- catching balls, chasing squir- open to the idea of dog art than 35 years.” Brooklyn, New York to determine if the proposed settlement should be approved. Attendance at the bles and claws at it feverishly. rels,” says Hastie, nursing a Americans. Tillie declined to comment Whatever is left on the can- drink and schmoozing with It makes sense that Tillie’s — and scampered away, her hearing is not required, but you or your counsel may attend and any objections you have will be heard by vas is her final creation — visitors on the artist’s behalf. breed is adept at artistic ex- tail in the air, in search of the court. All persons within the class who do not exclude themselves will be bound by this though she gets so carried “Her process when she’s pression. According to the more cheese. away sometimes, she ends up working is a combination of Jack Russell Terrier Club of Tillie Ltd. is presented in settlement, or if the settlement is not approved, by any subsequent judgment. destroying her own work. work instinct and play instinct. America, they are primarily association with the Green At the recent opening of I don’t think she thinks, ‘I’m an hunting dogs. They are bred to Gallery, 212 Berry St., (718) Tillie Ltd., though, she showed artist. I’m making art.”’ dig underground and have the 599-0844.

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Wedding gown designer opens first boutique in Prospect Heights CINEMA By Lisa Selin Davis for The Brooklyn Papers ike many Brooklyn brides, when Myri- Born to eat dith McCormack was searching for a Lwedding gown in 1999, she had no Graphic documentaries have been known to choice but to shop at the venerable Klein- make viewers lose their appetites, but on Thursday feld’s in Bay Ridge. BAMcinematek will screen a film that is guaran- “It was a beautiful dress, but I still felt like teed to produce nausea — and a few laughs. I was settling,” she says. “If I’d known then The documentary “Crazy Legs Conti: Zen and what I know now, I would have designed my the Art of Competitive Eating,” opens with an im- own.” pressionable Conti, an East Village window wash- So McCormack, 35, did just that. On June er and occasional nude model for art classes, look- 5, she celebrated the grand opening of Myr- ing on at the annual hot Jan, the first full-service bridal salon in dog eating contest in Prospect Heights, showcasing her own dress- Coney Island and fol- es along with a few select designers. MyrJan lows him as he puts his offers wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, own foot in the door of custom suits and tuxedos, along with all the the competitive eating accessories, and a “soup-to-nuts” wedding world by consuming planning service, bringing bridal business to 34-dozen oysters in central Brooklyn. New Orleans. Conti Born in Haiti, McCormack said that grow- (pictured at right) eats ing up, hers was the only black family on an his way up the ladder all-Italian Carroll Gardens block. Her mother of success, aspiring to encouraged her drawing, and her Italian one day compete in neighbors taught her to sew. Though she ma- Coney Island’s gas- jored in business at John Dewey High trointestinal endurance School, fashion was always in her blood, and test, which he claims is her multi-ethnic childhood would eventually “the Tour de France of make its way into her designs. competitive eating.” (If you like the film, don’t McCormack was a manicurist at a Vander- miss this year’s hot dog contest at Nathan’s in bilt Avenue salon in 1991 when an editor at a Coney Island on July 4.) leading women’s magazine stopped in. The Directed by Danielle Franco, of Williamsburg, editor was so pleased with McCormack’s and Chris Kenneally, of Manhattan, the film will be work that she hired her for photo shoots in screened at BAMcinematek (30 Lafayette Ave. at

magazines from Essence to Glamour. This / Jori Klein Ashland Place in Fort Greene) on July 1 at 6:45 new career funded McCormack’s studies in pm. A panel discussion with Conti, representatives design at the Fashion Institute of Technology from the International Federation of Competitive and at the New York City College of Tech- Eating and special guest eaters will follow the nology, where she’s finishing a degree in screening. fashion merchandising. Tickets are $10, $7 students 25 and younger, The Brooklyn Papers The Brooklyn In the two years since her business began seniors and children under 12. For tickets, call (she started in a Harlem storefront before Here comes the bride: Designer Myridith McCormack fastens a Molly Hanna gown on (718) 777-FILM or go to www.bam.org. For more moving back to Brooklyn), McCormack has model Victoria Kamara at her Prospect Heights bridal boutique. (At right) A Myridith Mc- information, call (718) 636-4100. — Lisa J. Curtis dressed and coordinated more than 20 wed- Cormack bridesmaid dress combines Asian-inspired fabric and vintage Hollywood glamour. dings, many of her clients referred by her contacts from the magazine world. sic, while her design partner, 20-year-old selling wedding gowns is not the hard sell McCormack’s Haitian background and her Molly Hanna, creates edgier dresses, with but patience. It’s all about consulting and fascination with Asian culture have fused in deeper necklines and longer trains. customer service. PARADE her designs, which mix classic and modern. “She’s my balance,” McCormack says of “It’s a big investment. I don’t expect She often chooses brightly colored silks or her partner. someone to come into a store, look at a dress Chinese brocade — not the most common Besides wedding gowns, MyrJan designs and say ‘OK. That’s it, and I’m leaving.’” bridal materials — a full line of brides- Instead, McCormack expects to spend as King Moby for her traditionally maid dresses that many as four or five visits with a patron, up shaped dresses. FASHION double as cocktail to 20 hours, as they consult their mothers, Musician Moby and “These are not your dresses, in the same sisters and checkbooks before selecting a singer-actress Theo, of MyrJan Bridal Salon is open 11 am–7 pm, gramma’s gowns,” Tuesdays through Fridays; 10 am-6 pm, Satur- array of colors and dress. McCormack makes sure they’re the Lunachicks, will be she says. days; and noon-5 pm, Sundays. Appointments patterns. choosing not just a dress they like, but one the King Neptune and Inspiration for the are recommended. MyrJan Bridal Salon is lo- “If you’re going to that flatters the bride-to-be. Queen Mermaid leading cated at 235 St. Marks Ave. at Underhill Av- dresses comes from enue in Prospect Heights. For more informa- ask someone to spend “If it doesn’t look good, I don’t let them this year’s Mermaid Pa- the glamorous women tion, call (718) 623-3848 or visit the Web site $200 on a dress, they walk out with it,” she says. rade starting at 2 pm on / Greg Mango / Greg McCormack grew up at www.myrjan.com. should be able to The 1,000-square-foot showroom with Saturday, June 26.

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Baku Palace Papers The Brooklyn 2001 Emmons Ave. at Ocean Avenue, (718) 615- 0700, www.bakupalace.com (AmEx, DC, Disc, MC, Visa) Entrees: $10.90-$28.90. Named after the capital of Azerbaijan, Baku Palace offers a vast selection of traditional Russian-style dishes with a French flair prepared by chef Jak Ues Limprevil, a French culinary master. The menu fea-

tures “Escargot Burgundy” topped with melted / Jori Klein cheese and butter and an eel salad with red caviar and teriyaki sauce. The dining area is as expansive as y the menu with more than 500 seats on two floors Boll food and a two-tiered outdoor cafe overlooking the bay. Owners Michael Davidod and Alexander Abravich also offer live folk music Friday, Saturday and Sunday

The Brooklyn Papers The Brooklyn Star of India tones down the evenings where diners can hear singers from Russia, Italy and France belt out tunes in their native lan- Owner Riza Atas and manager A-Kerim guages. Shows start at 9:30 pm. Open daily. Bulut, hold an “Adana Kebab” entree and spice, amps up the flavor mixed appetizers at Istanbul Restaurant Istanbul Restaurant By Tina Barry ful few minutes before inquiring, “Do 1715 Emmons Ave. at Sheepshead Bay Road, / Jori Klein panna cotta, a molded cream dish with coffee, for The Brooklyn Papers you like that?” (718) 368-3587, www.istanbulrestaurantny.com hazelnut or fruit flavor. Open daily. (AmEx, MC, Visa) Entrees: $8.50-$17. “Yes,” was my answer to nearly This cozy Turkish restaurant with tiled arcades and ne problem that Indian restaurants everything. charming folk costumes on the walls offers some of Lundy Bros. in some Brooklyn neighborhoods I’d say, “Yes,” again, to the samosas, the best — if not most unique — kebabs in the bor- 1901 Emmons Ave. at Ocean Avenue, (718) 743- face is diner apprehension — be- which resemble tiny tents made of pastry. ough. The menu boasts an eclectic sampling of 0022, www.lundybros.com (AmEx, Disc, MC, O Papers The Brooklyn cause we’ve suffered through so many In the wrong hands, these appetizers can regional dishes prepared by chef Dogan Atas such Visa) Entrees: $12.95-$48.95. Serious about flavor: (Above left) Khalil Rahman, Mizan Rahman, Ahsun Saurar as the “Adana Kebab,” a ground lamb kebab fla- This historic restaurant continues to be a family dumbed-down versions of authentic In- be as leaden as last week’s meatloaf. vored with bell peppers and paprika, popular in favorite for Brooklynites, as well as a popular stop for dian cooking we approach a meal ex- Tazu’s samosas are light and crisp. The and Miah Tazu with their Indian dishes crafted with care at Star of India in Park southern Turkey. Owners Dogan and Riza Atas rec- tourists. Originally opened in 1920, the restaurant pecting disappointment. vegetarian samosa is filled with tender Slope. (Above) The tandoori mixed grill, banana fritters and green salad. ommend the Turkish-style pizza, called “pide,” a reopened its doors under new management in 1993. slender, boat-shaped crust baked with meat and A seafood lover’s paradise, Lundy’s head chef, Rather than having our hopes dashed, potatoes, corn kernels and peas. Minced vegetable toppings, or the grape leaves stuffed Russell Guarneri, serves up clams, oysters, mussels, some of us will travel to restaurants far beef and peas make a rewarding savory in a lightly spiced sauce, can be as sophisticated smoothie with the same with halal meat and Turkish white rice. A sidewalk shrimp, soft-shell crabs and lobster. They also offer a cafe overlooking the bay allows diners to idle way from our homes that cater to Indian clien- version. The samosas are delicately per- bland as baby food. Tazu’s mushroom cooling effect as a dollop of sour cream special Shore dinner: a whole lobster, half a roasted tele. If it’s good enough for them, we rea- fumed with just enough garlic and ginger “shag,” a combination of fresh mush- on a bowl of chili. the afternoon sipping Turkish coffee, which many chicken, soup or salad, and apple or blueberry pie. locals do. Open daily. Brunch is served on Sundays for $19.95 per person. son it’s good to enhance the in- rooms and spinach, is especially good. If you want wine, Star of India offers Plenty of seaside ambience inside and out. Lundy’s enough for us. gredients. The mushrooms were firm and plenti- two by the glass: a decent Shiraz, with Clemente’s overlooks Sheepshead Bay with its fishing boats and Deciding what DINING With the appe- ful; the spinach fresh and its taste did enough oomph to stand up to the dish- bustling population. Open daily. to serve to a non- tizers comes a tray not get lost in the sauce. es’ spices, and an acceptable Chardon- Maryland Crabhouse Star of India (232 Fifth Ave. beat the Vince Marina, 3939 Emmons Ave. at Indian population tween President and Carroll streets) ac- with three little Fluffy basmati rice is served with the nay. Several beers are available includ- Knapp Street, (718) 646-7373, www.clementes- Michael’s and how hot to cepts Visa, MasterCard, American Ex- dishes of condi- entrees — a practice that should be ing Kingfisher, Taj Mahal and Brooklyn marylandcrabhouse.com (Cash only) Entrees: 2929 Avenue R at Nostrand Avenue, (718) 998- serve it is a conun- press, Diner’s Club and Discover. ments: a bright adopted by many Indian restaurateurs Lager. $8.95-$24.95. 7851, www.michaelsofbrooklyn.com (AmEx, Carte Entrees: $8.50-$15. The restaurant Blanche, DC, Disc, MC, Visa) Entrees: $18-$30. drum for Indian serves lunch and dinner seven days a green sauce of who charge extra for rice. The star of the dessert roundup was With more than 100 seats on the water, many of restaurateurs. If week. Delivery is available in surround- cilantro and gar- The shrimp curry was almost as good the rice pudding. It was soupier than Clemente’s patrons are more likely to dock their More than 40 years ago, Michael Cacace opened a ing neighborhoods. For information, call boats than park their cars. Visit the new outdoor tiki small pizzeria with three tables and a takeout win- chefs dole out (718) 638-0555 or 638-5533. lic; a puddle of as the delicious ginger curry made with diner renditions and a bit too sweet at bar complete with frozen drinks and seven beers dow. Today, his sons, Fred and John preside over dishes that are fudge-colored ta- lamb. The shrimp curry built heat slow- first bite, but its milky taste had a trace on tap. Of course, there’s all-you-can-eat crab, an elegant restaurant in Sheepshead Bay with a suitable for their marind puree; and ly. First the sweetness of tomatoes, then of almond flavoring and a few ground along with lobster, salmon, tuna, clams, oysters and spacious dining room and linen-covered tables. A mussels. But somewhere along the line, chef Bill pianist plays every night on a baby grand. own palates, they risk diners finding their chopped onions laced with chilies. A little the warmth of ginger and cardamom, almonds enhanced its texture. Peist must’ve felt sorry for meat-eaters and added Chef John Pesci’s hot seafood antipasto for two cooking intolerably strong and spicy. drizzle of the cilantro sauce (which I and finally a little tingle of chili left a “Gulab Jaman” is a deep-fried ball of chicken dishes, steaks and burgers to the menu. includes grilled octopus, calamari oreganato, Star of India, on Fifth Avenue at Presi- wished were hotter), or a few of the spicy, warm glow in my mouth. Slivers of sweet dough that sits in a puddle of car- Did we mention the raw bar? Closed Mondays. shrimp scampi, baked clams and mussels marinara. dent Street in Park Slope, has established chili-laced onions give the samosas a lit- fresh ginger strewn atop tender chunks damom syrup. The dough works like a A delicious cabernet sauce accompanies juicy rack an admirable middle ground. Lovers of tle kick. of lamb added a sharp tang to the lamb sponge absorbing the syrup until it’s com- Garden Bay Cafe of lamb. Located on a quiet street, Michael’s might be one of Brooklyn’s hidden treasures if word had- mild flavors and subtle heat will be am- Among the first courses is a banana curry’s bright, complex sauce. pletely soaked through. It looks like an 1788 Sheepshead Bay Road at Emmons Avenue, n’t gotten out years ago — mostly from satisfied ply rewarded; those who prefer more dy- pakora that belongs on the dessert The vindaloo, considered the spiciest odd concoction dreamed up by someone (718) 648-2225 (AmEx, DC, Disc, MC, Visa). customers who return from all over the metropoli- namic spicing will have options, too, as menu. A couple of slices of banana be- of Indian dishes, was a one-note affair. with experience in other areas of the Entrees: $6-$12. tan area. Michael’s pastry shop is located across the Smoke billows out the window and the aroma of street. Closed Mondays. long as searing heat isn’t a prerequisite. come the center of a large ball of sweet Order the chicken vindaloo, and you’ll kitchen, but the dessert is more sophisti- seared pork and lamb floats down the street from The chef and owner of Star of India dough that is then deep-fried. receive a dish that tastes like and resem- cated than you’d expect and not as sweet which one can easily watch the skewers rotating on is Miah Tazu, who has cooked in the “Kids love them,” Khalil said. I’m bles Campbell’s tomato soup but with as it sounds. the grill in this quaint Armenian restaurant. Owner Randazzo’s Narine Varvanyan recommends the house specialties, 2017 Emmons Ave. at E. 21st Street, (718) 615- kitchens of Joy India and Krian in not surprised. The pakora are sweet and less personality. The sauce is hot, but Will you run out of Star of India cry- the lula kebab, a chicken kebab, cooked on a skewer 0010 (Cash only) Entrees: $7.50-$30.95. Manhattan. His sons, Khalil and heavy — like a Dunkin’ Donuts hole — the zing is on the surface. ing, “Eureka! I’ve eaten the best Indian and served with half-inch thick fried potatoes. Since 1920, this fourth generation, family-owned Mizmijan, work the pleasant but non- not terrible, just pointless. With the curries, I recommend a food!”? I doubt it. But sometimes finding As the name suggests, this is a garden cafe. Tucked restaurant has been steaming, frying, baking and descript dining room. I had better luck with the curries. glass of the mango lassi. Made from an Indian restaurant close to home, where in the back of the restaurant, far from the clamor of stewing its clams to perfection. 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BUDWEISER LATIN MUSIC SERIES Cobble Hill dancer talks about life SAT ✦ 7/3 ✦ 7:30PM behind-the-scenes at NYC Ballet BACILOS/ By Kevin Filipski from December through Febru- CABAS/ for The Brooklyn Papers ary; after the opera’s spring season ends, the ballet performs THUR ✦ 7/1 ✦ 7:30PM RADIO ancing with the New York from April through the end of City Ballet is a dream June. (New York City Ballet THE UNITY SESSIONS: MUNDIAL Dcome true for Sean Suozzi. holds its summer residency at a dazzling pan-Latin triple-bill “It’s always been something I the Saratoga Performing Arts A MUSICAL COLLISION OF wanted to do, and I get to dance Center, in August.) ROOTS AND CULTURE a lot,” the 23-year-old Cobble “Each day starts with class in Hill resident explained between the morning, then rehearsal Mooke / Segol 59 / Hasidic Beatboxer / rehearsals at Lincoln Center. pretty much goes all day long,” Matisyahu / Palestinian MC TN (a.k.a. Tamer from dam) / “I started dancing when I said Suozzi, who joined the Yoel Ben Simhon and His Sultana Ensemble / was 7 years old, in Connecticut, company in 2000 after attend- Kenny Muhammad (the human orchestra) / where I’m from,” said Suozzi. ing City Ballet’s school for a Oud Virtuoso George Mgrdichian “My sister was taking classes year. “Then there’s a perform- and I would go with my mother ance at night [and matinees on & more… Paul Kolnik when she went to pick her up, Saturday and Sunday]. Since Paul Kolnik Esprit de Corps: Andres Vayette, Ashley Bouder and Sean Suozzi in New York City Bal- BUDWEISER INDEPENDENCE COMMUNITY BANK SERIES and my mother could tell that I we’re doing so many ballets, LATIN MUSIC SERIES let’s production of “Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 2.” Suozzi (at left) will perform the SAT ✦ 7/10 ✦ 7:30PM was interested. So she asked we’re learning the new dances a FRI ✦ 7/9 ✦ 7:30PM me if I wanted to start dancing, week or two before each per- “Stravinsky Violin Concerto” this weekend. and I said I did.” formance. So we’re basically BROOKLYN As a member of the Corps de performing and rehearsing and — and City Ballet — on the and the choreography go really Christopher Wheeldon’s ballet NATALIA Ballet, Suozzi is part of a close- learning new ballets. I pretty map many years ago. well together; it’s just a lot of set to music by Scottish com- PHILHARMONIC knit ensemble that could be con- much dance every night.” For the “Balanchine 100” fun.” poser James MacMillan; June 2 LAFOURCADE Ellis Island: Dream of America w/ sidered the unsung hero of the This season, Suozzi’s work- celebration, the company is per- Suozzi also had the chance saw the first performance of Mexican pop songbird company — the members of load has been, as he notes, forming some 50 dances chore- to perform in other ballets for “Chichester Psalms,” choreo- BLAIR BROWN & the corps don’t get ographed by the master himself. the first time this season, such graphed by Peter Martins to CONTROL MACHETE BARRY BOSTWICK as many chances “We’re doing about 15 bal- as “Union Jack” in May. Leonard Bernstein’s music; and maverick Mexican rappers to individually DANCE lets more than we do in a typi- “That’s something I wanted on June 18, Russian Boris Eif- shine as do the prin- cal season,” Suozzi says. “The to do, since I had always liked man’s new work, “Musagete.” The New York City Ballet performs at cipal dancers, but the New York State Theater at Lincoln Cen- programs always have three or it when I saw others do it, and Unfortunately, before he can they are the back- ter through June 27. The program on Sat- four ballets on them, and each this season was the first time I discuss these new dances, bone. Performance urday, June 26 at 2 pm includes: Circus Pol- ballet would usually be per- had the chance to do it. Suozzi has to end the interview ka, Romeo and Juliet, Valse-Fantaisie, Opus after performance, 19/The Dreamer and Cortège Hongrois formed four or five times, but “Being a student at the so he can run off to a costume throughout the sea- and at 8 pm: Circus Polka, Concerto for this season, because there are school before joining the com- fitting for his next rehearsal. son, the Corps de Two Solo Pianos and Stravinsky Violin Con- so many more ballets to do, pany, I’d see all these ballets When asked if this nonstop certo. On Sunday, June 27, at 3 pm, the MUSIC & MOVIES SERIES SAT ✦ 7/17 ✦ 8:00PM Ballet does the un- program includes: Cortège Hongrois, we’ll perform each dance only performed, so it was always a work takes a mental and physi- THUR ✦ 7/15 ✦ heralded work that Stravinsky Violin Concerto and Tchaikovsky three times.” dream of mine [to perform cal toll, he acknowledged as 7:30PM MARK MORRIS true dance aficiona- Suite No. 3. Tickets are $32-$70, with $10 In a season filled with so them],” he said. “When you’re much, then demurred. student rush tickets available. For more in- THE dos appreciate as formation, visit www.nycballet.com. many masterpieces of move- a student, you always have “Yes, it’s hard, but we do DANCE GROUP much as they do the ment and music, Suozzi defi- your favorites that you hope have each other,” he said. nitely has his personal prefer- you can do when you’re part of “When we come from the GENERAL stellar soloists. On A Giant 50-Foot Screen! Suozzi’s hard work intensi- “more concentrated and heavy- ences. the company.” school together, then are in the Classic Silent Film w/ fies throughout the City Ballet’s duty than usual” because City “I’m really looking forward Suozzi’s true coup is that company together, we become Live Music by season, a season broken into two Ballet has been celebrating the to the ‘Stravinsky Violin Con- he’s performed in all three a good support group for each ALLOY ORCHESTRA parts since it shares the State centenary of the birth of George certo’ [June 26 and 27], which world-premiere dances that other.” INVERTgenre defying Theater with New York City Balanchine, the choreographic is one of my all-time favorites. City Ballet unveiled this spring: So when is it time to relax? string quartet Opera. After the opera’s fall sea- genius whose groundbreaking I’m really excited to do the in May, there was City Ballet “Mondays, it’s dark,” he said. son ends, the ballet performs work with the company put him Stravinsky because the music Resident Choreographer “That’s our day off.” INDEPENDENCE COMMUNITY BANK SERIES SUN ✦ 7/18 ✦ 5:00PM

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The Brooklyn Papers The Brooklyn ris’ latest dance, “Violet Cavern,” which weeks ago titled “Seven Visions” for the ‘Violet’ hour: The Mark Morris Dance Group premiered “Violet Cavern” premiered at BAM on June 8. seven movements of Iverson’s score. De- at the Brooklyn Academy of Music Opera House this month. This dance could be described as geo- See MORRIS on page 14

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The Harvey awards are tional 13 Court St. in Downtown Arts (SVA) in Manhattan. Because the named for Harvey Kurtzman, one of Lash’s IBrooklyn two of its most prestigious comic industry is such a difficult field to professors at SVA, who was one of the lawyers are celebrating their silver an- break into, Lash said he spent some time in original creators of “Mad” magazine.” niversary. But these mal-practice lawyers the writing, film and construction indus- Lash, however, has never studied law, so are unlike any of the other legal eagles tries before returning to the world of he counts on Berger to explain lawyer lingo hastily shuffling in and out of the court- comics. in simpler terms. Since his characters have houses daily; and their clients are unlike “It’s gloriously low-tech,” said Lash. to talk and think like lawyers, Lash values any clients ever seen on Brooklyn’s noto- “All you need is a pencil and paper and his friend Berger’s input. riously litigious street. your imagination. Comics are an inexpen- “I’ll make sure that the proper legal ac- Welcome to the offices of Wolff and sive way to get wild ideas out there.” tions are taking place,” said Berger. “The ad- Byrd, Counselors of the Macabre in the Since his return, his career has soared. In vice from someone with a legal education comic book series “Supernatural Law.” 1994, Lash turned his Wolff and Byrd strip and experience gives his plots plausibility.” It was 25 years ago that comic book into a comic book series, which he and his Look for Wolff and Byrd to take a step artist Batton Lash created Wolff and Byrd wife, Jackie Estrada, co-publish at Exhibit back in time to the days of law school and in a strip for The Brooklyn Papers. At the A Press. (Lash and Estrada founded the Supernatural 101 at Kings County Law time, Lash spent afternoons delivering The publishing company 10 years ago.) The School (based on Brooklyn Law School) in Brooklyn Papers along Court Street be- Law suits him: Artist Batton Lash (above) comic book’s 40th issue hit stands last the upcoming issue. tween Atlantic Avenue and Montague creates comic books about Downtown month, and was a tribute to Brooklyn and In the meantime, Lash continues creating. Street. He entered a building, rode the ele- Brooklyn lawyers who represent were- Court Street. He has lists of ideas from years past to which vator to the top floor and worked his de- wolves, demons and monsters. The comic book and its characters are a he constantly adds new ones. Each issue livery route down. The buildings were spoof on many things including human takes about eight weeks to complete; the gothic and strangely silent. Behind each flicted,” said Lash. “Who’s scarier than flaws, lawyers and law jargon. comic book is published about six times per frosted glass door, lawyers labored. Dracula? His attorneys.” As far as Lash is concerned, however, year. Although the ideas and art are Lash’s “As I slid two papers under each door, I Lash’s list of characters is endless, and the law aspect is only the backdrop of the creations, he has two assistants who help was thinking, ‘What if Dr. Frankenstein is curiously entertaining. There is a demon Wolff and Byrd series. What most interests him with background materials and inking. being sued for malpractice? Where can he from Hell who finally finds time to read the the artist is characterization. He uses his Estrada, Lash’s wife of 10 years, is also go?’” Lash explained to GO Brooklyn in a Bible, prompting him to become born characters and their situations to expose so- essential in the production of each piece of phone interview from his home in San again, only to be banned from all churches. ciety’s weaknesses. his work. Diego, Calif. There is the monster carrying Satan’s baby, “He uses his comic book as a vehicle for “Jackie is very organized, so she keeps “If there was a practice, it’d be in Brook- unable to have an abortion, a parody of Roe social satire,” said Mitch Berger, a lawyer me on schedule,” said Lash. “She’s an edi- lyn, off to the side of Manhattan,” said vs. Wade and “Rosemary’s Baby.” There is and Lash’s friend and legal adviser. “In that tor, so she cleans up my twisted syntax. Lash. “People kind of overlook Brooklyn, the struggle between a shy werewolf son respect, I think it’s brilliant.” She’s also a great sounding board, with a so this would be the perfect spot.” and his aggressive werewolf father. Reli- Lash even pokes fun at his own person- terrific sense of humor.” Wolff and Byrd, specializing in supernat- gion and relationships — ordinary issues ality in the series. In his unique, quirky world, Lash contin- ural law, began servicing werewolves, for extraordinary characters. “Wolff and Byrd are the yin and yang of publishing company, Bongo Comics. He my younger sister,” said Lash. “Mavis is ues to produce witty and multifaceted demons and monsters in September 1979. Lash, 50, who was born and raised in me,” he said. wrote the comic “Radioactive Man” for the self-proclaimed world’s greatest secre- sketches. He hopes to attract female readers Unlike regular lawyers, they hold client Marine Park, says comics intrigued him The no-nonsense, independent Wolff, is Bongo, a spin-off of Bart Simpson’s fa- tary, a phenomenon of which I learned because of the depth of his female charac- meetings and courtroom procedures ever since he was a child. Growing up, he Lash’s idea of the perfect woman, whereas vorite cartoon character in the show, adapt- while working at The Brooklyn Papers.” ters such as “Supernatural Law” lawyer throughout the night. Some clients enter poured over the exploits of characters rang- Byrd is more of a softy and a pushover. ing it to “The Simpson’s” style of writing In 2002, Lash’s “Radioactive Man” won Alanna Wolff and her secretary Mavis. And from the roof, while others shock exiting ing from Superman to Archie to Little Lulu “I draw on those two sides of my per- and graphic art. In 1998, Lash produced an an Eisner award for Best Humor Title. Lash of course, he also looks forward to the up- daytime employees at the building’s front to those in underground comics. He even sonality as I write,” he added. eponymous spin-off of Wolff and Byrd’s said writer and artist Will Eisner, a legend coming comic awards. entrance. enjoyed editorial cartoons as a child. Besides writing the Wolff and Byrd strip spunky legal secretary, Mavis, which he in the comic industry noted for creating “Right now though,” Lash said, “I’m just “It’s about two attorneys who represent “There’s just something about drawings for more than 20 years, Lash also writes for publishes once a year. “The Spirit,” is his role model. trying to make the world safer for comic the supernatural and the supernaturally af- and characters that allows for over-the-top “The Simpson’s” creator Matt Groenig’s “Mavis’s personality is based largely on This Saturday, Lash — and Wolff and books.”

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Free. qoob, Chairperson of the THURS, JULY 1 PERFORMANCE 8 pm. 88 Front St. (212) 375-0186. ‘QUEER’ GUY: Carson Kressley of Stop the War Coalition in CELEBRATE BROOKLYN: Budweiser OUTDOORS AND TOURS ONE ARM RED: presents Edward “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy” Birmingham, England. 7 pm. RHYTHM AND BLUES: Summertime Latin Music Series features Bacilos Murray’s “Ritual Starvation.” Plot is signs and reads from his book. 5 Al-Noor School, 675 Fourth soul series with The Soul of John and Radio Mundial. $3. 7:30 pm. Pros- MERMAID PARADE: Musician Moby Black and Ellis Hooks. Noon to 2 pect Park Bandshell. (718) 855-7882. and actress Theo will be the King an exploration of de-sensitization in pm to 8 pm. D’Mai Urban Spa, 157 Ave. (718) 624-5921. Free. the 21st century. $15. 8 pm. 45 Fifth Ave. (718) 398-2100. Free. GALAPAGOS: Reading by pm. Metrotech Commons, corner CONCERT UNDER THE STARS: Kings- Neptune and Queen Mermaid lead- of Flatbush and Myrtle avenues. Main St. (718) 797-0046. 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Ages 6 and up. $4, BROOKLYN LYCEUM: presents “Too FAMILY DAY: Brooklyn Cyclones host free for members. 2 pm to 3 pm. 475 Third Ave. Reservations sug- RECEPTION: Hogar Collection pres- Sixth St. (718) 782-5188. Much Light Makes The Baby Go a family day. Ribbon cutting, player 145 Brooklyn Ave. (718) 735-4400. Blind (30 plays in 60 minutes).” $15 autographs, baseball clinic, face gested. (347) 489-5459. ents “Encounters,” featuring paint- FAMILY-TIME SERIES: Ryan JAM PROV: at Brooklyn Lyceum. $5. 9 ing, photography, furniture, textiles Repertory Company pres- SHOW HOUSE: 4 pm to 8 pm. See online (www.gowanus.com) or $9 painting, carnival games, live music Sat., June 26. plus the roll of a single six-sided and more. $50, $25 children, $100 pm. 227 Fourth Ave. (718) 857-4816. and sculpture. 6 pm to 9 pm. 111 ents “The Adventures of COMEDY: Brooklyn Brew-Ha-Ha at Grand St. (718) 388-5022. Free. Peter Rabbit and His BAMCINEMATEK: presents “Four with die. 11:30 pm. 227 Fourth Ave. for family of four. 11 am to 3 pm. Pacino.” Today: “Crazy Legs Conti: (718) 670-7234. Parade Grounds, Fields 3 and 4. The Boudoir Bar. $5 admission and SINGLES EVENT: hosted by First Friends.” $10, $8 children two drink minimum. 9:30 pm. 273 Evangelical Free Church. $5 dona- under 5 years. 8 pm. Harry Zen and the Art of Competitive (718) 965-8945. Eating” (2004). 6:45 pm. Q & A with OTHER WILLIAMSBURG WALK: Brooklyn Smith St. (718) 624-8878. tion. 7 pm. Sixth Avenue and 66th Warren Theater, 2445 Bath Street. (718) 836-0029. Ave. (718) 996-4800. film’s subjects and director. 30 FIRST SATURDAY: Brooklyn Museum Center for the Urban Environment BROOKLYN LYCEUM: presents “Too hosts its monthly event. Celebration Much Light Makes The Baby Go SOCK HOP: at Monte Allen’s Kenshi- JEWISH LEARNING: The David Lafayette Ave. (718) 636-4100. hosts a walk “Williamsburg: Art and STORIES IN THE GARDEN: Children with an all-American program of Culture Crossroad.” Learn about the Blind (30 plays in 60 minutes).” $15 kai Karate. $10 includes one drink. Berg Lecture Series offers a course in “Did Adam Have and adults hear stories. 7 pm. Hoyt art, stories, film and music. High- neighborhood’s three main cultures: online (www.gowanus.com) or $9 8 pm. 555 Fifth Ave. (718) 965-8410. lights include Hawaiian steel guitar plus the roll of a single six-sided MOVIE NIGHT: Classic film “Can-Can” Parents?” Today’s topic: Street Garden, corner of Hoyt and Dominican, Hasidic and hip urban Atlantic. (718) 237-0145. band The Moonlighters; dance artists. $11, $8 students and seniors. die. 11:30 pm. 227 Fourth Ave. (1960). 8:30 pm. Community Authors Virginia DeBerry and Donna “Abrupt Morphological Changes.” 8 pm to 9 pm. CELEBRATE BROOKLYN: presents The music from 1950 to 2000; award- 1 pm. Meet at Marcy Avenue station (718) 670-7234. Garden, corner of Sixth Avenue and Grant, a Brooklyn native, read from winning films from 2002 and 2003. on Broadway. (718) 788-8500. 15th Street. Free. Congregation B’nai Avra- Unity Sessions: A Musical Collision of CHILDREN their new novel “Better Than I Know Roots and Culture featuring Israeli Dance party with live entertain- PIER SHOW: Brooklyn Waterfront ham, 117 Remsen St. (718) AQUARIUM: “Extreme Colors of the Myself” at 4W Circle Books on June 26. 596-4840. Free. and Arabic hip-hop artists, MC’s and ment. 5 pm to 11 pm. 200 Eastern Artists Coalition presents last week- Caribbean.” Learn about corals, ane- DJ’s. $3. 7:30 pm. Prospect Park Parkway. (718) 638-5000. Free. end of its art show featuring 1,000 SUN, JUNE 27 CRASH SPLASH: Swim class mones, plant life, fish, seahorses and begins at YWCA of Brook- Bandshell. (718) 855-7882. OPENING: Brooklyn Waterfront Artists works of art by over 300 emerging other creatures of the sea. Music, Coalition presents “Chasing Rain- 338-9120. Free. lyn. $115 for eight sessions. Call. 30 SOCIAL DANCING: Evening at Marine artists. Noon to 6 pm. Also, cele- storytelling, arts and crafts. $11, $7 OUTDOORS AND TOURS Park Jewish Center. Ages 45 plus. $4 bows,” an outdoor sculpture exhibit. bration of African-American art and CONCERT: The Language of Three Third Ave. (718) 875-1190. children ages 2 to 12 and seniors. 10 DUMBO WALK: Brooklyn Center for includes light refreshments. 7 pm to Live music. Noon to 6 pm. Empire culture. Red Hook Pier, 499 Van am to 5 pm. West Eighth Street and Urban Environment walks around performs acoustic music. $10. 4 pm. 10 pm. 3311 Ave. S. (718) 891-4209. Fulton Ferry State Park, Water Street, Brunt St. (718) 596-2507. Free. Surf Avenue. (718) 265-3454. Old First Reformed Church, Seventh Dock Street or Main Street at the East Fulton Ferry Landing and to artists’ TUES, JUNE 29 SHOW HOUSE: Bridge Street Develop- ARTY FACTS: Brooklyn Museum workshops. $11,, $8 seniors and Avenue and Carroll Street. (718) River. (718) 596-2507. Free. ment Corporation hosts its fourth 415-8265. invites kids to “Inside and Outside.” students. Meet at High Street A sta- OPERA: Regina Opera Company hosts FRI, JULY 2 BAMCINEMATEK: “Four with Pacino.” annual show house in Stuyvesant $6, $3 seniors and students, free for tion, Cadman Plaza West near GALAPAGOS ART SPACE: presents Today: “Cruising” (1980). $10. 2 Heights historic district. $15. Noon to Cataldi’s Spaghetti Eastern Music. a performance. 1:30 pm. Brooklyn pm, 4:30 pm, 6:45 pm and 9 pm. children under 12. 11 am and 2 pm. Middagh Street. (718) 788-8500. Public Library, New Utrecht branch, BROOKLYN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM: 8 pm. 380 Lewis Ave. (718) 573-6893. Also, stories and art at 4 pm. 200 MIDWOOD MARDI GRAS: Annual street $6. 9:30 pm to 11 pm. 70 North Rooftop series presents Beat Street 30 Lafayette Ave. (718) 636-4100. Sixth St. (718) 782-5188. 86th Street and Bay 17th Street. MOONLIGHT TOUR: Bring a flashlight Eastern Parkway. (718) 638-5000. fair. Games, music, prizes, demos, (718) 376-6185. Free. 3, with tap dance and percussive and enjoy Green-Wood cemetery at music. $4. 6:30 pm. 145 Brooklyn BARNES AND NOBLE: Kids are invit- amusement rides and more. 10 am to CHILDREN ROSE MONTH: Brooklyn Botanic night. Jeff Richman leads. $15, $10 ed to take part in a picture book 6 pm. Avenue M from 13th Street to Ave. (718) 735-4400. SUN, JULY 4 members. 8:15 pm. Meet at main FAMILY PROGRAM: Brooklyn Center Garden offers a class in rose poman- reading. 11 am. 106 Court St. (718) Ocean Avenue. (718) 859-3011. der-making. $63 non-members, $59 AQUA NIGHTS: NY Aquarium begins entrance, 25th Street and Fifth 246-4158. Free. CEMETERY TOUR: Walking tour of for the Urban Environment offers a music series. Tonight: 50’s night Independence Day Avenue. (718) 768-7300. hands-on activities for the entire members. 6 pm to 9 pm. 1000 FAMILY-TIME SERIES: Ryan Repertory Evergreens Cemetery. 11 am. Meet Washington Ave. (718) 623-7220. with The Capris and Randy and The Company presents “The Adven- family. Noon to 5 pm. Tennis House, Rainbows. $15, $8 children 2 to 12 OUTDOORS AND TOURS PERFORMANCE on corner of Bushwick Avenue and GALAPAGOS: New rock groups. $6. tures of Peter Rabbit and His Conway Street. (718) 455-5300. Free. Prospect Park. (718) 788-8500, ext. years. 7 pm. West Eighth Street EARLY BIRD WALK: An Audubon nat- GREENMARKET: Fort Greene Market Friends.” $10, $8 children under 5 208. Free. 7:30 pm. 70 North Sixth St. (718) and Surf Avenue. (718) 265-FISH. uralist searches Prospect Park for presents southern comfort music SMITH STREET FAIR: Crafts, merchan- 782-5188. fledgling birds. 8 am to 10 am. years. Noon. Harry Warren Theater, dise, food and rides. 11 am to 6 BROOKLYN FARMS: Wyckoff Farm- BROOKLYN LYCEUM: “Too Much featuring Jeff Newell’s New Trad- 2445 Bath Ave. (718) 996-4800. house offers a talk about Brooklyn’s FAMILY-TIME SERIES: Ryan Repertory Light Makes The Baby Go Blind.” Audubon Center, Prospect Park. pm. Smith Street from Atlantic (718) 287-3400. Free. Octet. 1 pm. Washington Park and TRANSIT WORKSHOP: NY Transit farming history. 2 pm. 5816 Claren- Company presents “The Adventures 11:30 pm. See Sat., July 3. DeKalb Avenue entrance to park. Avenue. (718) 852-0328. of Peter Rabbit and His Friends.” Museum offers a workshop “Miles BROOKLYN BASEBALL: Brooklyn don Road. (718) 629-5400. Free. SHOW HOUSE: Noon to 8 pm. See CHILDREN MUSIC: Brooklyn Public Library, Central of Tile.” Kids are invited to create a BROOKLYN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM: $10, $8 children under 5 years. 8 Sat., June 26. Historical Society explores Green- pm. Harry Warren Theater, 2445 LEFFERTS HOUSE: Visitors may sign a branch, presents music from the mosaic using ceramic tiles and learn Wood Cemetery, where the tour presents “Aloha!” Kids are invited to Balkans. 2 pm to 5 pm. Grand Army about the intricate art of mosaic Bath Ave. (718) 996-4800. reproduction of the Declaration of pays visits to some baseball pio- learn about Hula and Tahitian hip Independence and celebrate the Plaza. (718) 230-2100. Free. making. Suggested for ages 4 to 16 neers including Henry Chadwick, dancing. $4. 3 pm. 145 Brooklyn OENOPHILES UNIT: BYOB night at Crave. SAT, JULY 3 CELEBRATE BROOKLYN: Hal Willner’s years. $3. 1 pm. Boerum Place and Bring your favorite bottle of wine day. Create banners and paper hats. James Crighton and Charles Ebbets. Ave. (718) 735-4400. 1 pm to 4 pm. Flatbush and Ocean Neil Young Project features Cat Schermerhorn Street. (718) 694-1867. $15, $10, $5 children. 2 pm. Meet at and sample from other participants. OUTDOORS AND TOURS Power, Ron Sexsmith, Iron and OTHER 570 Henry St. Call. (718) 643-0361. avenues. (718) 789-2822. Free. stone entrance gates, Fifth Avenue BIRD WATCHING CRUISE: Guided Wine, Jane Siberry and others. $3. OTHER and 25th Street. (718) 222-4111. FLEA MARKET: at Congregation Sons OTHER 7:30 pm. Prospect Park Bandshell. bird watching tour of the 60-acre CAR WASH: Bensonhurst Volunteer Am- PIER SHOW: Last chance to see Brooklyn of Israel. 10 am to 4 pm. 2115 Prospect Park Lake aboard electric (718) 855-7882. bulance Service. 9 am to 3 pm. 8161 WEDS, JUNE 30 INDEPENDENCE DAY: Sunset Park Waterfront Artists Coalition art show Benson Ave. (718) 372-4830. boat Independence. $10, $6 chil- Community Church offers a service CONCERT UNDER THE STARS: Kings- New Utrecht Ave. (917) 335-1774. OCULARIS CINEMA: Open Zone pres- featuring 1,000 works of art by over ORGAN CONCERT: at St. Ann and the dren. Noon to 12:45 pm. Lakeside “Celebrate America.” 11 am. 5324 borough Community College hosts BOUTIQUE SALE: Good Shepherd 300 emerging artists. Also, silent auc- ents new works by local film and at Wollman Rink. (718) 287-3400. Fourth Ave. (718) 439-6944. a concert featuring music from Guild offers a variety of merchan- Holy Trinity Church. 1:10 pm. 157 tion. Closing celebration with The Cilla video makers. $7. 7 pm. Galapagos SHOW HOUSE: Noon to 8 pm. See BAMCINEMATEK: presents “Four Broadway. 8 pm. End of Oriental dise for sale. Noon to 4 pm. 7420 Montague St. (718) 875-6960. Free. Vee Motion Sculpture Project. Noon Art Space, 70 North Sixth St. (718) Sat., June 26. with Pacino.” Today: “Scarface” Boulevard. (718) 368-5051. Free. Fourth Ave. (718) 745-8520. to 6 pm. Red Hook Pier, 499 Van 782-5188. SAFETY TALK: HSBC Bank offers talk “Safety and Security: How to Protect GARDEN TOUR: Brooklyn Botanic (1983). $10. 4 pm and 8 pm. 30 BLACK BOX SERIES: Gallery Players SIDEWALK SALE: at Sunset Park Brunt St. (718) 596-2507. Free. FREDDY’S BACKROOM: Trivia night. Lafayette Ave. (718) 636-4100. Community Church. 10 am to 3 pm. Yourself and Your Money.” Re- Garden explains how cultures from hosts its seventh annual festival of FAIRS TO REMEMBER: New York No cover. Call for time. 485 Dean St. around the world rely on plants. $5, GALAPAGOS: Rural route film fest. 6 premiering plays by tri-state area 5324 Fourth Ave. (718) 439-6944. Transit Museum hosts a tour to two (718) 622-7035. freshments. 4:30 pm to 6 pm. 200 Montague St. (718) 858-9101. Free. $3 seniors. 3 pm. 1000 Washington pm to 10:30 pm. 70 North Sixth St. playwrights. Program includes “A SOUL FOOD COOK-OFF: YWCA of world fair sites. Subway historian Ave. (718) 723-7220. Call. (718) 782-5188. Funeral For A Friend,” “Goddess of Brooklyn hosts its first annual event. Joe Cunningham leads. $20, $15 SUNSET PICNIC: Brooklyn Botanic Fire,” “Yoga Kills.” More. $15, $12. Bring a low-fat, healthy soul food members. Noon. Reservations MON, JUNE 28 Garden member picnic. Membership 8 pm. Also, “The Fall of the House dish. First prize: $100 and one-year required. Call. (718) 694-1867. is $40. 6 pm to 8 pm. 1000 Of Kate,” a staged reading. 3 pm. gym membership to the Y. 11 am to SHOW HOUSE: Noon to 8 pm. See TEEN CLASS: Brooklyn Arts Exchange Washington Ave. (718) 623-7200. Free. 199 14th St. (718) 595-0547. 3 pm. 30 Third Ave. (718) 875-1190. Sat., June 26. invites teens ages 13 to 17 to partici- MUSIC: One World Symphony season MET IN THE PARK: Outdoor concert BOOK SIGNING: Virginia DeBerry and pate in a dance or theater program. finale: “Love, Death and Renewal.” LIST YOUR EVENT… by Metropolitan Opera. 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Wednesdays: Hex!, with DJ Jeremy, 10 pm, Thursdays: Live Jazz, 8 pm, FREE; Fridays: Live Brooklyn Heights, (718) 522-3794, pm, FREE; July 2: Jonathan Best, 7 pm, $7, The story on page 7); July 1: Israeli and Palestinian June 26: Leftover Crack, Morning Glory, Day- FREE; Fridays: Satanic Happy Hour, hosted by DJ Jazz, 10 pm, FREE; Saturdays: Live Jazz, 10 pm, www.waterfrontalehouse.com. Moonlighters, 9 pm, FREE. hip-hop with Mooke, Segol 59, Hasidic beatbox- care Swindlers, 8:30 pm, $7; July 1: Limehead, Trash Bar Subtech, 6 pm, FREE, Futurefunk Sessions with FREE; Sundays: Live Jazz, 4 pm, FREE. June 26: Jon Sigel Quartet, 11 pm, FREE; July 2: er Matisyahu, Palestinian MC TN and the Yoel 11 pm, $10. 256 Grand St. at Driggs Avenue in Williams- Dimitri’s Black Coffee Blues Band, 11 pm, FREE. Black Betty Ben Simhon Sultana Ensemble, Kenny Muham- DJ Sport Casual, 10 pm, FREE; June 26: “Dogs burg, (718) 599-1000, www.thetrashbar.com. 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YOUR CHILD IS NO ANGEL. / Jori Klein The Brooklyn Papers The Brooklyn The Mark Morris Dance Group in “Violet Cavern.”

with “All Fours.” In that work, eight dancers are in black dress MORRIS... while Craig Beisecker and Bradon McDonald, Julie Wor- Continued from page 11 den and Marjorie Folkman scribed as “renegade” on the stand out for duets in off-white band’s Columbia Records Web colors in two movements of site, Iverson’s fusion jazz trio, Bartok’s String Quartet No. 4. The Bad Plus, played “Violet Nicole Pearce’s lighting Cavern” live for the dance of the breaks and ends dance phrases same name. The piece is wholly with flashes of red fill. engaging and danceable for the Dancers gesture listening, Morris Group. In other hands, prayer or surrender, balancing the challenge could be daunting. on each other’s knees for height. The music’s ever-changing Worden and Folkman fly, car- character variegates the dance. ried across the stage by Bowie In the 50-minute duration of the and Charlton Boyd. The men in performance, spectators are black disappear into the dark set. transported to an eerie, futuristic They touch each other’s mouths setting. Michael Chybowski’s as if after love or to quell strong spectacular lighting scheme in- emotion. In a lonesome end to cludes washes of solid red, vio- one movement, McDonald col- let or green that break up the lapses onstage after beseeching dance’s moody phrases of dif- to a departing friend or lover. ferent tempos and energy levels. The reverent gestures are inte- The dance sometimes pro- gral to the dance. ceeds at a glacial pace in sitting “All Fours” brings out a con- and prone positions that lend temporary edge to modern Hun- themselves to low levels of mo- garian composer Bartok. The bility; but the dancers are not re- composer and choreographer laxed. They’re stretched into share an interest in folk forms stiff extensions or actually mov- and they are integrated into “All ing across the floor in improba- Fours.” But the piece, per- ble and seemingly stationary po- formed live by MMDG’s own sitions. resident quartet, features false A dancer walks holding the starts characteristic of our post- hands of two others lying paral- modern era. lel, appearing to effortlessly The men are rough and Angels don’t need health coverage. Your child does. That’s why at drag them. At the same time, the ready, and the women are stat- two seem to glide of their own uesque but bold in aerial acro- volition — walking the walker. batics. Overall, the dancers’ en- HEALTH PLUS we offer you Child Health Plus; a New York State program that The ambiguous transit creates actment of preparedness and an ethereal quality where it response is refreshing and in- provides your child or teenager with FREE or low cost health coverage seems possible that the stage it- vokes the trust of the audience self is moving. Reflections on — response to a world in which the shiny floor also have the ef- loss is an everyday reality. They regardless of your financial situation. To find out if your child qualifies, call fect of levitating the dancers. A finish in an asymmetric forma- seeming weightlessness is tion with the off-white clad achieved that brings their sup- quartet on top but facing up- HEALTH PLUS at 1-888-809-8009. ported leaps to greatest heights. stage. When the group of 15 is on- Both dances have an aura of stage, their fluid movement can triumph; the aggression in “Vio- seem patterned on that of a flock let” seems a cruel necessity. The of starlings. Arms wave as only triumph seems more an em- those of the finest dancers can. brace of life. Understated mim- But this peaceful unison is bro- ing gestures reveal traditional ken by a startlingly violent stunt themes of love and loss in this in which partners are thrown to pure dance idiom. While inte- the ground. A very fast section grated jazzy movements bring reels almost out of control. It has mixed results in “Violet Cav- the feel of an improvised jam erns,” Mark Morris Dance that’s a bit off kilter. Even Joe Group meets the challenges of Bowie, who steps like a natural the music with a vengeance in jazz dancer seems to struggle both dances with innovative with this super-quick sequence. movement. Children are eligible for Child Health Plus offered by Health Plus if they: are under the age Winding up, the troupe spins The Mark Morris Dance like tops. Black stripes down the Group will perform “My Par- of 19; are not eligible for Medicaid and do not have equivalent health insurance; and live in sides of their gray bicycle shorts ty,” “Going Away Party” and Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, or Staten Island. or pants wend around the “Grand Duo” at Celebrate dancers; most of them drop to Brooklyn on July 17. The per- the floor but two keep on. The formance will take place in the music has stopped and the Prospect Park Bandshell. En- www.healthplus-ny.org sound of four bare feet squeak- ter at Prospect Park West and ing on the waxed flooring is a Ninth Street. Suggested ad- last humble, audible gesture. mission is $3. For more infor- The June 8 program opened mation, call (718) 855-7882. June 26, 2004 THE BROOKLYN PAPERS • WWW.BROOKLYNPAPERS.COM BWN 15 YASSKY MAY SEEK DA HYNES’ OFFICE… Continued from page 1 n’t officially declared his candi- Because the council district neighborhoods,” said Fleish- dacy. Yassky spokesman Evan stretches across so many dis- man, 47, when asked about Thies said this week, “He is separate communities, Mercurio key issues for the district. riously considering it, but that says it is unlikely that one can- Fleishman is a former Com- race is still more than a year didate will have overarching munity Board 6 member and away and he’ll make a decision support. lives in Park Slope. some time down the line.” “You would expect a rela- Simon, 51, a disability But based on the large tively low turnout election and rights attorney with a practice amount of money he has al- each [candidate] getting a par- in Downtown Brooklyn, is a ready raised — Yassky would ticular neighborhood,” he said. former president of the face almost no challenge were Hynes is now serving his Boerum Hill Association. he to run for re-election to his fourth term as Brooklyn DA. She has also headed the council seat — political con- He was first elected in 1989. / Tom Callan / Tom / Greg Mango / Greg Gowanus Expressway Com- Callan / Tom sultant Joseph Mercurio says all The names of state Sen. munity Coalition and the signs point to Yassky running. John Sampson, of Canarsie, Gowanus Community Stake- Mercurio estimated a race former Brooklyn prosecutor holders Group and now helps against Hynes could run up- Arnold Kriss, and Mark Pe- co-chair the Downtown wards of $1 million. ters, who heads Attorney Gen- If he does announce a bid eral Eliot Spitzer’s public in- The Brooklyn Papers File The Brooklyn The Brooklyn Papers File The Brooklyn Brooklyn Coalition, a group Papers File The Brooklyn of community organizations for the DA’s office Yassky tegrity unit, are also being If Councilman David Yassky (left) seeks to oust District Attorney Charles Hynes, (right) his seat would have to relinquish his floated as potential candidates providing local input into the could be taken by Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce President Kenneth Addams (center). massive Downtown Brooklyn council seat. for district attorney. rezoning plan. Simon, who was appointed hood Democrats (IND) politi- sented several people arrested eration of Tenants Councils of to the co-district leader post in cal club and chairs the public for protesting the closure of Williamsburg. February, says she is still learn- safety and environmental pro- New York City firehouses. Abraham has been a tenant ing the ropes of that position tection committees of CB6. He is also one of the founders advocate for the past several and that it is too early to make The lifelong judo enthusiast of Greenpoint Waterfront Asso- decades and has been a a decision about seeking office. is also an EMT and active with ciation for Parks & Planning, an spokesman for the Satmar sect “I am considering it,” she the Park Slope Volunteer Am- environmental advocacy group, of Hasidic Jews, of which he is added. bulance Corps. and president of Congregation a member. He was a spokesman Devin Cohen, a personal Further to the north, attor- Ahavas Israel synagogue. for the family of Yankel Rosen- injury attorney and Communi- ney Adam Perlmutter, 39, of Isaac Abraham, 54, of baum after the Jewish scholar ty Board 6 member, also has Greenpoint, is eyeing the seat. Williamsburg, is also con- was killed during the Crown his eye on the seat. The former Queens assistant didering the race. He runs a Heights race riot in 1991. Cohen, 36, is president of district attorney is now in pri- hardware store in Kensington Yassky, 40, a former Brook- the Independent Neighbor- vate practice and recently repre- and was a founder of the Fed- lyn Law School professor, has-

some people in the neighborhood would probably welcome the chain. Starbucks, where cafe lattes (espresso and steamed milk) are de COFFEE… ABORTION DENTISTS rigeur and where a small coffee is called “tall,” a large is called Continued from page 1 “grande” and an even larger cup of coffee is called “venti,” also “It’s the end of DUMBO,” lamented Ulysses Beato, a photogr- sells coffee beans, sandwiches, salads and pastries, as well as coffee paher who lives and works in a loft at 135 Plymouth St. making and drinking gear and even refillable payment cards. The “Or, if it’s not the end, it’s certainly the swan song,” he said. A large coffee averages just under $2 at most Starbucks, while OB/GYN Now in Park Slope! Beato, who splits his time between Brooklyn and Miami, roughly the same size goes for about $1.50 at the General Store, Pavilion moved into the neighborhood six years ago when, he says, there which will soon double as a bar at night. at the weren’t any stores in the area. “You had to go to Brooklyn While Kim was optimistic that a deal would be brokered with Heights or across from the Farragut Houses to get any groceries Starbucks for the Front and Main space, which is sill under con- WE SERVE WITH CARE AND COMPASSION or a cup of coffee,” he said. struction, a Starbucks spokesman would not confirm the coffee We Accept All Insurance & Medicaid Things have certainly changed since then with new bars and giant’s interest in DUMBO. “Starbucks is always looking for good locations for our stores • NYS Licensed • Immediate Appointment restaurants, a high-end chocolatier and even the neighborhood’s (including Saturdays) first bank branch opening their doors. and the DUMBO area would be a good fit for us. However, we • Joint Commission But Beato and several other residents fear Starbucks could at- cannot confirm anything at this point,” said Dan Lewis, a region- Accreditation • Parental Consent Not Required tract other large chains, and lead to the “demise of the beautiful al spokesman for the company. • Confidential Abortion artist community.” Starbucks, which calls its employees “partners” and its cus- - Surgical - Medical (RU486) • Emergency Contraception If a deal is reached, Starbucks would move into the 1,600- tomers “guests,” now has 177 coffeehouses in New York City, in- • Safe Low Cost • Free Pregnancy Testing cluding 10 in Brooklyn. square-foot commercial space inside 67 Front St. at Main Street, Conveniently Located at FINEST DENTAL CARE the ground floor of a 10-story condominium apartment building Those are located in Bay Ridge, Bensonhurst, Brighton Beach, Superior Services for Adults & Children recently constructed by Boymelgreen. Park Slope, Cobble Hill, Carroll Gardens and Brooklyn Heights. 313 - 43rd Street and 3rd Avenue For now, people looking for a caffeine fix in the neighborhood Nancy Webster, president of the DUMBO Neighborhood Associ- Call for an immediate appointment 718-369-1900 10 Plaza St. East, Suite 1F head to the General Store, a coffee shop, cafe and art supply store ation, said she was not concerned about the coffee giant moving in. Evening (bet. Flatbush & Vanderbilt Aves) Most WE’RE IN THE VERIZON YELLOW PAGES Insurance on Front Street near Washington Street, to the Peas & Pickles “We want thriving retail in DUMBO and … we certainly an- and weekend ticipate that if a Starbucks came in they would be a good neigh- appointments accepted deli, or Front Street Pizzeria. available. (718) 622-8020 General Store owner Anna Castellani opened the cafe with an bor,” she said. CAREERDENTISTS COACHING eclectic set of couches and wooden picnic tables three years ago. “Obviously we are most excited about local, homegrown retail While Starbucks could hurt her business, Castellani says she as opposed to national chains; however, Starbucks does provide offers something Starbucks doesn’t. places where people can gather and talk and foster that sense of “We appeal to different kinds of people,” she said, adding that community,” Webster added. David Stowe, a Brooklyn Heights resident who often rides his JOB SEARCHING? bike to read at the General Store, was sitting at one of the large Professional Coaching for Successful Career Transitions Quality Dentistry tables this week. • Job Search Strategies Gentle care in our ultra-modern office RELIGIOUS SERVICES Stowe, who said he had nothing against Starbucks, and even Debra Laks frequents the one on Montague Street in Brooklyn Heights, nev- • Resumes & Cover Letters • Cosmetic Dentistry • Cosmetic Laminates ertheless said DUMBO was different. M.S.S.A.. • Interview Preparation Congregation Director • Reconstructive & Bonding “I wouldn’t want a Starbucks to open here,” he said. “I like the • Career Planning Dentistry • Advanced Sterilization Kol Israel smaller businesses.” Founded 1986 You are always welcome Located in Prospect Heights Career Transition Resources (CTR) • Gums & Implants • Behavior Modification since 1924 Kabbalat Shabbat Service 7:00 p.m. • Bleaching • Sealants 603 St. Johns Place 26 Court Street - Brooklyn Heights • Nitrous Oxide • Fluoride Saturday Mornings bet. Classon & Franklin (718) 624-3192 - Hours by appointment only Torah study 9:00 a.m. 638-6583 (Sweet Air) • Preventative Dentistry Services 10:30 a.m. Rabbi Elkanah Schwartz Brooklyn’s Largest Fri. at Sunset • Sat. 10:30am ROSS… W27-52 Reform Congregation Continued from page 1 DENTISTS RONALD I. 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WE NOW ACCEPT OXFORD • Tooth Bleaching (whitening) • 852-1551 • • www.drted.com • Saturday mornings 10:30 a.m. • Sundays 8:45am Corcoran opened its offices on Montague Street in 1999, after 17 Eastern Parkway aquiring the Brooklyn Landmark brokerage. • Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain Facings & Inlays, Bonding Crowns & Bridges (Capping) BROOKLYN HEIGHTS SINCE 1976 at Grand Army Plaza • Erev Shabbat 7:30pm Halstead’s parent company, Terra Holdings, already controls • Shabbat Shacharit 9:30am • Painless, Non-Surgical Gum Treatment 638-3649 half of William B. May’s Brooklyn operations. • Root Canal • Extractions • Dentures • Cleanings R43 • Beginners Service 10:15am Sandra Dowling, principal owner of Brooklyn Heights Real • Impant Dentistry • Fillings (tooth colored) PARK SLOPE • Youth Service 11:15am Estate on Montague Street, said she didn’t see Halstead as a • Stereo headphones • Analgesia (Sweet air) JEWISH CENTER • Tot Shabbat 11:15am threat to smaller Realtors. Dr. Jeffrey M. Kramer Psychotherapy Psychotherapy 8th Avenue at 14th St. • Shabbat Mincha-Maariv “Our business is about our agents and service to the neighbor- Fri. nights 6:30 pm hood,” she said. 544 Court Street, Carroll Gardens It’s not just what you’re EATING ANGER MANAGEMENT Sat. mornings 10 am at candle lighting time 624-5554 624-7055 Adult Ed e Hebrew School Instead of impeding her business, Dowling said the new com- ... It’s what’s eating YOU! Short Term Alternative Therapy. Convenient Office Hours & Ample Parking Rabbi Carie Carter pany could help. Support group for bingeing, compul- Do you or someone you know have Mikvah and insurance plans accommodated Park Slope’s Egalitarian, difficulty in relationships/workplace Conservative Synagogue “It will change the way real estate is being done in the neigh- sive eating and body image problems. For appointment call 596-WATER borhood,” she said. “In Manhattan firms there is much more co- because of anger? Take action. 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