Jefferson Ave. Brownstone Assc.

Meeting this Saturday 1/14 at 4 pm

2012-01-11T14:16:00.000-08:00

January's meeting will be held at at 4:00 p.m. Saturday the 14th at 322 Jefferson Ave.

This is the First Meeting of the Year.

Since, apparently squeaky wheels get trees on their block, we'll be seeing if anyone wants trees so we can begin squeaking!

Would like to hear some Block Association New Years Resolutions, too!

See you there.

Meeting this Saturday 12/10 4 pm

2011-12-08T12:01:00.001-08:00

This month's meeting will be held at 341 Jefferson Ave.

This Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

This is the Last Meeting of the Year.

We'll have some reports about Tree Guards and maybe make some resolutions for 2012!

See you there.

Meeting this Saturday 11/12 at 4 p.m.

2011-11-11T12:06:00.001-08:00

This month's meeting will be held at 297 Jefferson Ave.
Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

We will be discussing block beautification ideas!

Also, we will be discussing the Block Party and how we can improve next year.
Bring ideas and friends!

Meeting this Saturday 10/8 at 4 p.m.

2011-10-05T15:12:00.000-07:00

This month's meeting will be held at 275 Jefferson Ave.
Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

There will be new "No Flyer" signs available since the original signs are getting old. Come to the meeting and get a new one!

Also, we will be discussing the Block Party and how we can improve next year.

There's plenty of time between now and the next party to try all sorts of projects, so bring ideas to the table!

Block Party This weekend

2011-08-12T12:36:00.001-07:00

Remember no parking on the block on Saturday.

The block will be closed at 10 a.m.

See you all there!

Block cleanup has been CANCELLED

2011-07-13T15:51:00.001-07:00

Due to an error at the Mayors Office with the permit issuing, we have been forced to choose between the Block Party and the Clean-up for street closure. Due to the amount of planning that goes into the Block Party we had to cancel the block closing for the clean-up this weekend (6th).

We will distribute fliers as well, but wanted to give folks enough heads-up as we could.

We apologize, but the situation was beyond our control.

~~This years annual Block Cleanup will be Saturday Aug. 6, 2011~~
~~We will shut down the block at 10 a.m. so that folks can pile up large amounts of garbage for a special pickup. Same sanitation rules apply as far as what you can throw out.~~
~~Volunteers will be available to get items to the curb.~~
~~There will also be a metal man coming by to pick up metal items. He has taken items as large as cast-iron tubs.~~

Block Party is 8/13/11

2011-07-13T15:51:00.000-07:00

This year's Block Party is August 13, 2011.

We will shut down the street at 10 a.m. Streets open back up at 8 p.m.

We are still organizing, but hope to have some of the annual favorite activities such as the DJ, water slide, musical chairs and other games. Hopefully there will be a few new additions to the fun!

If you are interested in volunteering, please email us and let us know what you'd like to help with.

Meeting this Saturday 7/9 at 4 p.m.

2011-07-10T19:18:00.000-07:00

This month's meeting will be held at 297 Jefferson Ave.
Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

We will be discussing the upcoming Block clean-up and Block Party.
We are looking for committee people for various activities.

Meeting this Saturday 6/11 at 4 p.m.

2011-06-08T14:26:00.000-07:00

This month's meeting will be held at 295 Jefferson Ave.
Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

We will be discussing the upcoming Block clean-up and Block Party.

If you haven't come to a meeting yet, now's a great time to check it out!

Meeting this Saturday 5/14 at 4 p.m.

2011-05-11T11:13:00.000-07:00

This month's meeting will be held at 297 Jefferson Ave.
Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

We will be voting on a new Treasurer and possibly a new Vice President. This is a great time to step up your efforts with the block association.

We'll see you there.

Meeting this Saturday 4/9 at 4 p.m.

2011-04-05T14:02:00.000-07:00

The Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association will meet Saturday, April 9, 2010 at 4:00 pm.
The meeting will be held at 297 Jefferson Avenue.

Discussion Topics
Atlantic City Bus Trip
Block Party/Cleanup
New Charter

Bring your ideas!

Meeting Saturday, March 12, 4 p.m.

2011-03-10T07:52:00.001-08:00

This month's meeting will be held at 275 Jefferson Ave.
in the garden apartment.

This Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

We will discuss the upcoming Atlantic City trip
and also hope to nail down Block Party Dates.

Hope to see you there.

Meeting Saturday, Feb. 12, 4 p.m.

2011-02-09T06:59:00.001-08:00

This month's meeting will be held at 293 Jefferson Ave.
Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

Possible topics of discussion:
When do we want this year's Block clean-up and Block Party?
Any Spring/Green up ideas anyone wants to try this year?

Historic District update:
Please take a few minutes to send a e-postcard and sign an online petition.
Seems the Landmarking people don't think we're supportive enough of the issue.
Small votes like these can help speed up the process.

the petition
http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/bedford-stuyvesant-landmarking/

e-postcard
http://www.bedfordpostcard.info/

There is also a historic district-wide meeting NEXT WEEK:
The meeting will be held on Monday, February 14 at 6:30pm in the Community Board office.
1360 Fulton Street, 2nd Floor. Enter from New York Avenue, between Herkimer and Fulton.

Flyers were handed out over the past weekend with details.

Meeting Saturday, Jan. 8, 4 p.m.

2011-01-05T10:47:00.001-08:00

Start the year off with Community Service!

The Jefferson Ave Brownstone Association meeting will be this Saturday at
4:00 pm at 297 Jefferson Ave.

Bring new ideas and energy!

Meeting Saturday, Dec. 11, 4 p.m.

2010-12-10T12:02:00.000-08:00

The last meeting of 2010 will be on Dec. 11, at 4 p.m.
at 341 Jefferson Ave.

We are expecting a visit from Claudette Brady to give an update on the
Bedford Corners Landmarking process.

We'll also be open to discussing new business.

Meeting Saturday, Nov. 13, 4 p.m.

2010-11-08T12:07:00.000-08:00

This Month's meeting will be at 4 p.m. 275 Jefferson Ave. Garden Apt.

This will be the first meeting with our new President and VP.
Congrats to Francis Bowe, President and James Leonard, Vice President.

And much thanks to all the great years of service to Tyrone Brodie, Former President.

We will continue projects such as the Atlantic City Bus Ride
and talk about new ideas.

This is a great time to get involved!

Meeting Sat. Oct. 23 at 4 p.m.

2010-10-21T09:46:00.000-07:00

The Jefferson Ave Brownstone Association meeting will be this Saturday at
4:00 pm at 322 Jefferson Ave.

We will be electing officers and much more!

Meeting Sat. Sept. 25 at 4 p.m.

2010-09-22T15:52:00.000-07:00

The Jefferson Ave Brownstone Association meeting will be this Saturday at
4:00 pm at 321A Jefferson Ave.

We will be talking about the Pumpkin Carving, Officer Elections and much more!

Come on by!

Thanks for another great Block Party!

2010-08-18T18:42:00.000-07:00

We rocked the block again. Thanks to everyone who pitched in to help organize the activities.

See you again next year!

Block Party is THIS Saturday 8/14

2010-08-09T13:48:00.000-07:00

CARS SHOULD BE OFF THE STREET BY 10 a.m.

Come on out and remember why you love your block!

See you there.

Block Clean-up is Saturday 8/7 starting at 10 a.m.

2010-07-27T08:31:00.000-07:00

The block will be closed at 10 a.m.
CARS SHOULD BE MOVED TO HELP TRUCKS GET THROUGH!

What can I get rid of?

Large items that are neither 100 percent metal nor predominantly metal - such as mattresses, microwaves, televisions, sofas, EZ chairs, wood tables, etc.

Old carpets and rugs must be free of all nails or staples, and securely tied in bales no more than 2 feet high and 4 feet long.

Old lumber or tree limbs must be tied in bales no more than 2 feet high and 4 feet long.

House paint must be in leak-proof receptacles with tightly fitting lids or in securely tied heavy duty opaque (e.g., black/brown bag, etc.) plastic bags.

There will also be a metal collector to recycle metal items.

Next Meeting 5/8 at 4 p.m.

2010-05-02T18:22:00.000-07:00

The Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association will meet Saturday, May 8, 2010 at 4:00 pm. The meeting will be held at 322 Jefferson Avenue.

Help plan for the Block Party!

Next Meeting - 04/10 at 4 p.m.

2010-03-16T19:27:00.000-07:00

The Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association will meet Saturday, April 10, 2010 at 4:00 pm. The meeting will be held at 275 Jefferson Avenue.

Help plan for the Block Party!

Next Meeting - 3/13 at 4 p.m.

2010-03-12T09:09:00.000-08:00

The Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association will meet Saturday,March 13, 2010 at 4:00 pm. The meeting will be held at 297 Jefferson Avenue.

Get ready for Spring!

Next Meeting - 2/13/2010 at 4 p.m.

2010-02-11T07:24:00.000-08:00

The Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association will meet Saturday,February 13, 2010 at 4:00 pm. The meeting will be held at 321A Jefferson Avenue.

Bring contractor recommendations!

Share the LOVE for our block!

Next Meeting - 1/9/2010 at 4 p.m.

2010-01-06T14:07:00.000-08:00

The Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association will meet Saturday, January 9, 2010 at 4:00 pm. The meeting will be held at 272 Jefferson Avenue.

Come by for the first meeting of the New Year!

Next Meeting - 12/19 at 4 p.m. (Rescheduled)

2009-12-09T08:30:00.000-08:00

A representative from the Landmarks Preservation Council will be there to answer ALL questions about Historic Districting and what it means to us.

The Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association has schedule a meeting for Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 4:00 pm. The meeting will be held at 275 Jefferson Avenue, in the garden apartment.

This meeting has been moved to a week later.

New to the Neighborhood

2009-11-17T07:10:00.000-08:00

As many of you may know already, there's a new French pastry shop in the neighborhood at the corner of Tompkins and Putnam called La Table Exquise, and it's EXCELLENT!

They offer delicious, and very authentic, pastry, quiche and (soon) baguettes, all baked daily on the premises by the chef/owner, Sebastien, using ingredients imported from France. They will soon have wi-fi and a cappuccino machine, too.

They also offer pastry cooking classes twice a week! I had the opportunity to take the class this weekend where we learned how to make an all-purpose crust for tartes, an almond filling and, in our final creation, a fresh pineapple and coconut tart. The class wasn't complex but held enough information and technique to be of interest to someone like myself, who considers himself a "foodie" and closeted chef. The best part is we got to take home the spoils of our efforts!

Chef Sebastien inspects the hand-pressed crust as interpreted by Mimi, one of the participants.

Questions are answered by the pro (Chef Sebastien was the original chef at the Buddha Bar).

What seems easy to the Chef seems a little easier to amateurs like me when it's demonstrated and the many questions are patiently answered.

Le Table Exquis is open 7 days a week- check with them for the exact hours.

---11/17/2009, Vishnu Hoff

Next Meeting - 11/21 at 3 p.m. (Rescheduled)

2009-11-09T18:20:00.000-08:00

The Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association has schedule a meeting for Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 3:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Office of Children & Family Services, located at 272 Jefferson Avenue, corner of Marcy Avenue.
This meeting has been moved to a week later.

Bedford Corners Historic District On-line Petition

2009-11-03T07:39:00.001-08:00

Show the Landmarks board your support of landmarking Bedford Corners here:
http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/BedfordCornersHistoricDistrict/

It seems the issue hinges greatly on residents' support.

3rd Annual Pumpkin carving 2009

2009-10-26T19:00:00.000-07:00

Thanks for waiting for the rain to stop and coming out the next day!

Pumpkin Carving Sat. Oct. 24

2009-10-23T11:31:00.000-07:00

Stop by and get a free pumpkin and carve it. First come-first served.
There will be a table and tools and helpers available 12-4 pm.

Make your stoop stand out!

Next Meeting - 10/10 at 4 p.m.

2009-09-13T18:11:00.000-07:00

The Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association has schedule a meeting for Saturday, October 10, 2009 at 4:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Office of Children & Family Services, located at 272 Jefferson Avenue, corner of Marcy Avenue.

Bedford Corners Historic District Meeting 9/22

2009-09-13T18:06:00.000-07:00

Siloam 260 Jefferson Ave (coner of Marcy Ave.) at 7 p.m.
The meeting will address community concerns. This is an opportunity to show support for preserving our unique block and community.

See you there.

Block Association meeting Saturday 9/12

2009-09-11T13:05:00.000-07:00

This month's meeting is at 3:00 p.m. at 321A Jefferson Ave. in the back yard.

Block Party- 2009 (part one!)

2009-08-28T09:35:00.000-07:00

This was a wonderful day with a great turn-out and a lot of wet kids.

Block Party 2009 - Thanks

2009-08-25T18:53:00.000-07:00

The rain held off to let the block hop all day.

Thanks Jeff Ave.!

Block Cleanup and Party

2009-07-22T08:59:00.000-07:00

The Block Clean-up will be Aug. 15
The Block Party will be August 22.

Next Meeting - 01/10/09

2009-01-09T16:54:00.000-08:00

This meeting will be held at 275 Jefferson Ave. Garden Apt. at 4 p.m.

We will discuss new issues at the next meeting and input from the block is encouraged.

ATLANTIC CITY TRIP HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR NEXT WEEK

2008-12-06T07:09:00.000-08:00

The Atlantic City Trip has been re-scheduled for Saturday 13. The Monthly meeting that would take place on that day has been cancelled for December. We will all meet in January 10.

Next Meeting - 12/13/08

2008-11-17T17:51:00.000-08:00

Last meeting of the year will be held at 275 Jefferson Ave. Garden Apt.

We will hear how the Atlantic City Trip went. (Dec. 6 is the day of the trip).

We will discuss new issues at the next meeting and input from the block is encouraged.

Pumpkin Carving Madness on Jefferson Avenue!!

2008-10-26T10:25:00.000-07:00

Everyone was up to their elbows (literally!) in pumpkin guts Saturday and there was a lot of creative pumpkin carving at this years pre-Halloween event.

Some of the SCARY creations are shown below with their proud creators.

Thanks to everyone for coming out to enjoy the doughnuts, apple cider, and pumpkin seeds, and to the folks who made it all happen.

2nd Annual Pumpkin Carving This Saturday

2008-10-22T19:51:00.000-07:00

At 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, there will be a bunch of pumpkins that need homes.
Pumpkins are FREE to block residents of all ages.

There will be safe carving tools and carving assistance.

Pumpkin supply is limited so first come - first served!

Next Meeting - Nov. 8

2008-10-14T18:18:00.000-07:00

Our meeting on 10.4 - we regrouped after the block party and discussed short-term goals as well as long term goals.

Pumpkin carving for Halloween will happen again this year.
Another Atlantic City Bus trip is being planned.
Street banner was voted in favor. Will get updated estimates before taking action.

Next meeting will be Nov. 8th. We hope you'll be there!

Block Party 2008 (day 2)

2008-08-10T14:57:00.000-07:00

After last Saturday was rained out, the Block Party went without a hitch on the 9th.
Thanks to everyone for showing up and helping us all have a great time. (Remember last year's?)

This year was much warmer for the slide.

The street was turned into a water park for a day.

The DJ was pool-side.

Skate boarding and frisbee were going on at the other end of the block.

Musical chairs for the little kids had a big turnout.

Unfortunately, there can only be one winner.

The Big kids round brought out the competition.

The block association president kept the order (with the secretary's help),

and the winner prevails.

Welcome to the block.

Remember, the Stoop Sale is Sept. 20th and 21st! Get your donations ready!

Important Dates for Summer

2008-05-26T10:27:00.001-07:00

The three big events for the Block Association this summer are as follows:
*note the stoop sale has been postponed for mid-September
July 19-20 - Stoop Sale. Clean out your basement and closets and sell your stuff at the Stoop Sale. All proceeds will go to the Block Association.

July 26 - Block Clean up. If it's not in the Stoop Sale you can get rid of the rest this morning. Note - no appliances and construction debris! Remember you must be out in the morning to load your stuff on the truck!

Aug. 2 - The Block Party. Now that you've done all the work, enjoy the weekend and get to know your neighbors... again.

We'll provide more details as the come. Help plan at the next meeting on June 14th.

FREETree Guards

2008-05-26T10:23:00.000-07:00

Sometime this week, we hope to stop by everyone with a tree in the sidewalk in front of their house. We're trying to apply for FREE tree guards at the base of all the trees on our block.
(Jeffersone ave. on both the Marcy/Nostrand side and the Tompkins/Throop blocks have these)

Please help us get the information we need to get some free beautification.

Next Meeting - May 17th - cancelled

2008-04-16T17:47:00.000-07:00

Due to Mothers Day the Block Assc. meeting will be on the 3rd Saturday of the month. The Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association has schedule a meeting for Saturday, May 17, 2008 at 1:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Office of Children & Family Services, located at 272 Jefferson Avenue, corner of Marcy Avenue.

April Mtg. - OPEN HOUSE

2008-02-16T11:04:00.001-08:00

Come have lunch and be a part of The Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association!

The Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association has schedule a meeting for Saturday, April, 12 2008 at 12:00 - 2:00 pm. The Luncheon will be held at the Office of Children & Family Services, located at 272 Jefferson Avenue, corner of Marcy Avenue.

Next Meeting -Feb. 9

2008-02-09T12:48:00.000-08:00

The Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association has schedule a meeting for Saturday, February, 9 2008 at 2:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Office of Children & Family Services, located at 272 Jefferson Avenue, corner of Marcy Avenue.

Next Meeting - Jan. 12

2008-01-04T08:23:00.000-08:00

The Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association has schedule a meeting for Saturday, January 12, 2008 at 2:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Office of Children & Family Services, located at 272 Jefferson Avenue, corner of Marcy Avenue.

Next Block Association Meeting Nov. 10

2007-11-01T11:25:00.000-07:00

The Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association has schedule a meeting for Saturday, November 10, 2007 at 2:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Office of Children & Family Services, located at 272 Jefferson Avenue, corner of Marcy Avenue.

Block-wide Stoop Sale Oct 20-21

2007-10-18T07:38:00.000-07:00

Saturday and Sunday, the Jefferson Ave. Brownstone Association will be having a block-wide stoop sale on Jefferson Ave. at 321-A and 323 Jefferson Ave. between Marcy and Tompkins Avenues.

The sale is a fundraiser for the block association. Saturday and Sunday from, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

There will also be pumpkin carving for kids of all ages from the block.

Next Block Association meeting 10/13

2007-09-22T13:48:00.000-07:00

The meeting will be at 1:00 p.m. at the school building at the Marcy end of the block.

Remember Dues are $10 ($5 for seniors)

See you there.

Thanks for a great block party

2007-08-18T19:16:00.000-07:00

Thanks to everyone on the Jefferson Avenue Brownstone Association for putting on an excellent all-day party today. (Sounds like it's still going on.)

The weather was a little bit chilly for August, but once the basketball hoop was up, the slide inflated, the pool filled and the DJ plugged, the fun began.

Here are some photos of the day:Once folks got used to the chilly water, the slide was a main attraction.

Some of the old-timers mixed it up with the younger folks at the hoop.

The pool was just as much a source of relaxation as it was fear of getting a splash.

The DJ started up and got everyone dancing.

There were dance contests for the younger and older kids.

The balloon toss was just one of many games going on with prizes.

Let us know what you thought of the day!

Block Clean-up Saturday Aug. 10

2007-07-14T21:16:00.000-07:00

Now's your chance to get throw out any large items.

More information to come.

Block Party Scheduled for Aug. 18th

2007-07-14T20:54:00.000-07:00

From 8 am to 8 pm Jefferson Ave. between Marcy and Tompkins will be closed for a day of fun, relaxation, music and food.

More information to follow.