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: House Tour
Photographs from the Prospect Lefferts Gardens 41st Annual House & Garden Tour
Bob Marvin has posted his photos of the 2011 PLG House Tour on flckr. Here’s a small sample. View the whole set on flickr. Photos: Bob Marvin
On Tour 2011…
Here is a sampling of some of the homes on this year’s tour… Custom floor-to-ceiling glass doors and windows illuminate a 1910 neo-Renaissance limestone where a contemporary open floor plan is graced by artwork from the owner’s gallery in Chelsea. … Continue reading
41st Annual Prospect Lefferts Gardens House & Garden Tour
Date/Time: Sunday, June 5, 2011—Noon to 5 PM Tickets: $20 in advance/$25 on Tour Day Sponsor: The Lefferts Manor Association Photo by Dan Schickler Here is a sampling of what you’ll experience… EIGHT turn-of-the 20th-century residences and the chance to … Continue reading
Photographs from the Prospect Lefferts Gardens 40th Annual House & Garden Tour
Photographs taken during Prospect Lefferts Gardens 2010 House Tour by Robert Marvin. See all the photos on Flickr.
40th Annual Prospect Lefferts Gardens House & Garden Tour
Date/Time: Sunday, May 23, 2010—Noon to 5 PM Tickets: $20 in advance/$25 on Tour Day Sponsor: The Lefferts Manor Association Here is a sampling of what you’ll experience….. NINE turn-of-the-20th-century residences, blending period architectural and contemporary decorating styles; most with … Continue reading