I first came across Burrow on Instagram about one year ago. I saw a picture Burrow had posted of a Mer-man. That’s right, a fully iced sugar cookie shaped and decorated like a male mermaid. Immediately I knew I had to make a trip out to DUMBO and visit this bakery for myself and check out this superbly made portrait cookie of a mer-man.

Located on Jay Street inside the lobby of an old standard industrial looking building, is Burrow. I almost completely missed it on my first visit down there.
Once inside Burrow though, you immediately feast your eyes on beautiful seasonal cakes, cookies and many more treats. It all spans far beyond just the portrait cookies which, from what I understand, you order in bulk in advance and aren’t sold in the store. I must say the charm of Burrow did not disappoint. Read the full article here: Burrow

As expected, the NYC Department of Correction (DOC) released the documents related to the environmental assessment to be undertaken for the project to close Rikers Island and transfer the city’s detainee population to new jails in four boroughs (excluding Staten Island). The documents are found here. Their availability marks the start of the project’s Scoping Period, which gives the public the opportunity to comment on the proposed scope of the analysis to be used in the preparation of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement.
There are two important dates associated with this period:
1) Public meetings have been scheduled in each of the four boroughs receiving new jails to provide a forum for public comments. Brooklyn’s meeting will take place at 6 PM, September 20th at PS133 (William A. Butler School), 610 Baltic Street (at 4th Avenue).
2. DOC will also accept written comments on the Draft Scope of Work through October 15th, which can be submitted to:
Howard Judd Fiedler, A.I.A.
Administrative Architect
Director of Design Unit
NYC Department of Correction
75-20 Astoria Blvd., Suite 160
East Elmhurst, NY 11370
or emailed to [email protected].

Those of you who, like me, miss Grand Canyon’s superb burgers are in for a treat. While the “Restaurant For Lease” sign remains above the former Armando’s site at 143 Montague (see photo by your correspondent taken this evening), the Commercial Observer reports that the restaurant’s owner, who kept open another Grand Canyon in Park Slope, has taken that space and will return to Montague. It will be right next door to Grand Canyon’s old location, now occupied by B.Good.

The one downside to this, although it was probably foreordained by Armando’s closing, is that we will lose the Armando’s sign with its iconic lobster, much loved by many, especially our beloved founder, John “Homer Fink” Loscalzo. -Brooklyn Heights Blog, by Claude Scales

Thanks to the many Shareholders who contributed to the 84th Precinct Children’s Book Drive! This photo shows our 4th load of donations with over 300 books going to this wonderful community cause. Special thanks to Rick Landy for spearheading. The program is now completed.

APPLE TREE PRUNING EVENT – BK HEIGHTS Join neighbors and friends in the Poplar Street Community Garden for our annual Apple-Tree Pruning event on Saturday, August 4th, noon-3 pm. Learn about fruit trees and their care, gain hands-on experience with pruning
tools, climb ladders and/or help spot other climbers. Enjoy the Garden and maybe even pick some fresh apples! This event is ideal for adults and children 8 years and older.

In accordance with Douglas Elliman Property Management summer schedules, our Management office will close at 2 pm on these Fridays:  July 20th, August 3rd, August 17th and August 31st.

Last summer, the FDNY informed ice cream truck vendors that they cannot double park on Middagh Street as they may present a safety hazard by impeding fire trucks from passing quickly. This summer they are back. Blocking fire trucks from getting through easily is only part of the problem. CPN residents who face the front of the building (or Southeast) have to contend with the noise and pollution from the ice cream truck engines. We suggest that residents call 311 to complain when they see the truck on Middagh and tell the operator that the FDNY has previously informed these vendors that they may be parked there illegally. -Keith Klein

James Ellis, CPN staff member for 38 years, celebrated his retirement with a gala send-off organized by the CPN Board on Thursday evening, June 28th. The bubbly was flowing as Cadman residents and fellow staff members celebrated James and wished him good luck. The Community Room was all decked out to ensure the evening was special, thanks to the efforts of Mabel and Carmen who were hanging streamers until the wee hours on Wednesday. They even managed to get me up on a ladder in spite of my fear of heights! A memory book allowed party goers to write a special message to the guest of honor who seemed taken aback at the number of well-wishers who flocked to the 2nd floor Thursday night. Framed photos of James through the years enhanced a festive table while another table offered guests a choice of cupcakes which disappeared quickly! (I guess they were good.) Our resident wine expert, Rick, poured a delicious Prosecco selected especially for the occasion. James was given a special Certificate of Appreciation presented to him by Board President Ted Valand. Thanks to all who attended. It’s always a good time when CPNers get together!  -Keith Klein

The three-story building located at 70 Henry St. directly above the former Brooklyn Heights Cinema, is a step closer to being completed. Kenn Lowry, owner of the movie theater, wanted to relocate and reopen it, but he was unable to find an affordable space. “For the money these landlords want, I’d have to run a meth lab, not a cinema,” he told the Daily News. The windows of the five condos are in and workers are closing up holes with drywall after finishing the electric wiring of the apartments.

The white paint that coated the exterior of the building was removed for the first time in decades, and now displays the red brick from the original landmarked 1895 building. Building over the original structure was controversial. Brooklyn Heights Association member Judy Stanton argued at a 2015 hearing that the addition would overwhelm the original building. The commissioners on the other hand found it “appropriate” and approved the addition later that year, according to Brownstoner. The condos, developed by Mettle Property Group, went on the market last year and are expected to be completed by the end of this year. The architect is Morris Adjmi, best known for designing Williamsburg’s Wythe Hotel. According to StreetEasy.com, the asking price for a four-bedroom unit that’s in contract was $4.95 million and a three-bedroom condo that’s in contract had a $2.85 million asking price. -Brooklyn Eagle