LMA Echo, Latest Edition PDF
Headlines from this issue:
Redistricting, Two Primaries and New Office Holders Reshape PLG’s Political Landscape - Milford Prewitt
PLG’s New Private Middle School Teaches “Maker Education,” Learning by Doing - Milford Prewitt, Janice Grannum
Midwood 2’s Richard Maxwell, Peace Maker During Crown Heights Riots, Youth Counselor, Educator and Singer, Dies at 77
Popular Korean Grocer Closes Seven Months After Owner Dies
“Dr. Joe,” Longtime Rutland 1 Resident Who Loved His Neighbors Dies of Dementia
Also in this issue:
PLG Historical Project – “Voices of Lefferts” – Seeks $7,500 from GoFundMe
“Voices of Lefferts,” the six-year-old historical writing project focused on Prospect Lefferts Gardens, hopes to raise $7,500 to continue its series of publications and printed oral histories.
To contribute, visit gofundme.com/f/voices-of-Lefferts-community-writing-project. The group’s works can also be purchased at Greenlight Books where it occasionally holds reading events and talks.
Echo Looking For Co-Editor
The Echo is looking for a co-editor or writer to volunteer their talents in generating editorial content about this dynamic neighborhood. If interested, contact Milford Prewitt at 917-301-7700 or milfordprewitt@aol.com
Tag Archives: children
PLGNA & PLG Arts Presents The Neighborhood Show
Prospect Lefferts Gardens Neighborhood Association (PLGNA) and PLG Arts present THE NEIGHBORHOOD SHOW THURSDAY, OCT. 13 through OCTOBER 24, 2011 at 552 Flatbush Avenue, between Lincoln Road and Maple Street in Brooklyn (the old Mike’s International Restaurant location). OPENING RECEPTION: … Continue reading
PLG Arts Presents the 6th Annual Summer of Free Theater for Children Ages 3 – 103
PLG Arts presents DAYDREAM directed by Rohana Elias-Reyes in Prospect Park’s Imagination Playground every weekend in June. All Performances are free, no reservations required, seating on the ground. NYtheatre.com calls the show “can’t miss children’s theatre that Shakespeare lovers will … Continue reading
Manor Arts kid’s art show
Manor Arts will be presenting a show of their student’s work from the past year. The exhibit will run from May 7th-May 14th at two locations in Prospect Lefferts Gardens: 65 Fen 65 Fenimore Street (between Flatbush and Bedford) Opening … Continue reading
Manor Arts Spring Registration
Lefferts Manor’s own Manor Arts was founded by the artist and art educator Nurit Newman in 2009. There have been 8 sessions so far, and the 9th begins on April 30th. A few openings are still available—see below. In an … Continue reading
Photos from National Night Out in PLG 2010
On Tuesday, August 3, 2010, neighborhoods across the country celebrated The National Night Out Against Crime. The 71st Precinct hosted our local festivities on Sterling Street (between Bedford and Rogers Avenues). The night out featured a delicious barbeque, a bicycle … Continue reading