Valentino Park in Red Hook is showing movies on Tuesday nights this summer, and well-behaved dogs are welcome, according to the website. I haven't checked it out yet but will soon, maybe for Splash or Jaws next month.
Each week also features an exciting local food vendor! Next Tuesday, July 27 they are showing Big Wednesday, a so-bad-it's-good surfer movie.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Funding for Renovation!!
We have fantastic news! The city has agreed to fund a renovation of our dog park. All your calls and letters have made a difference! Here is the statement from Councilmember Lander:
Borough President Marty Markowitz and City Councilmember Brad Lander were able to provide for the allocation of $450,000 in funding to the Parks Department to make improvements to DiMattina Dog Park at Hicks Street and Woodhull Street in Carroll Gardens .
The Parks department will begin the scoping process to determine the nature of these improvements later this summer and will make those meetings open to interested stakeholders. The Borough President and the Councilmember look forward to working with the Parks Department, the neighbors and the members of the Carroll Gardens Dog Owners Group to ensure a successful project that the whole neighborhood will benefit from.
At these meetings we will discuss the following improvements:
- resurfacing the dog park
- installation or repair of the drainage system
- additional lighting in the rear of the park
- removal of dead trees
- replacing broken fountain
- possibility of expanding the park area and including a small dog area
We would have not gotten this funding without the persistent advocacy of James Aridas, who was part of the original group that established the DiMattina dog park. We are grateful to Brad Lander and Marty Markowitz for making this project possible and to our State Assembly Member Joan Millman and Brooklyn Parks Borough Commissioner Julius Spiegel for their support.
Now the real work begins! We will keep you informed as this project develops.
Borough President Marty Markowitz and City Councilmember Brad Lander were able to provide for the allocation of $450,000 in funding to the Parks Department to make improvements to DiMattina Dog Park at Hicks Street and Woodhull Street in Carroll Gardens .
The Parks department will begin the scoping process to determine the nature of these improvements later this summer and will make those meetings open to interested stakeholders. The Borough President and the Councilmember look forward to working with the Parks Department, the neighbors and the members of the Carroll Gardens Dog Owners Group to ensure a successful project that the whole neighborhood will benefit from.
At these meetings we will discuss the following improvements:
- resurfacing the dog park
- installation or repair of the drainage system
- additional lighting in the rear of the park
- removal of dead trees
- replacing broken fountain
- possibility of expanding the park area and including a small dog area
We would have not gotten this funding without the persistent advocacy of James Aridas, who was part of the original group that established the DiMattina dog park. We are grateful to Brad Lander and Marty Markowitz for making this project possible and to our State Assembly Member Joan Millman and Brooklyn Parks Borough Commissioner Julius Spiegel for their support.
Now the real work begins! We will keep you informed as this project develops.
Friday, June 18, 2010
Dog-friendly Bars
This week's issue of Time Out NY is all about outdoor bar spaces and one spread is dedicated to dog-friendly spaces. Whatever these bars are doing to avoid Health Dept violations I hope they keep it up. A dog-friendly bar is sometimes the only way I can see my friends without feeling guilty about leaving the puppers at home.
Highlighted are two places nearby: Great Bar Harry on Smith Street and that pretty Brooklyn Botanica in Red Hook (but only when the kitchen is closed). Steve and I have partied down in GBH before but didn't know I could bring him along to Brooklyn Botanica. Classy.
http://newyork.timeout.com/articles/restaurants-bars/86534/dog-friendly-bars-in-nyc
Highlighted are two places nearby: Great Bar Harry on Smith Street and that pretty Brooklyn Botanica in Red Hook (but only when the kitchen is closed). Steve and I have partied down in GBH before but didn't know I could bring him along to Brooklyn Botanica. Classy.
http://newyork.timeout.com/articles/restaurants-bars/86534/dog-friendly-bars-in-nyc
New Dog Park on Pier 6!
Steve and I checked out the new park at Pier 6 opening weekend. Along with lots of cool playgrounds and a ferry to Governor's Island, it includes a dog park! It's small but in good shape and has a nice water fountain. The surface is some kind of red gravel that leaves red stains. Could it be Red Sandstone?Pier 6 is located at the end of Atlantic Avenue. The dog park is near the tall condo building.
It's great to have another place for him to run around in that's not far from home.
Here's more info on Brooklyn Bridge Park:
http://www.brooklynbridgeparknyc.org/
Adoption Event Cancelled
Update:
We regret to inform you that the adoption event has been canceled for Sunday June 20. North Shore Animal League has pulled the adoption truck from Sean Casey Animal Rescue. It seems their driver is ill.
We will be rescheduling as soon as possible. They promised us the next available date. Sorry for any inconvenience. We will keep you posted. Chris
We regret to inform you that the adoption event has been canceled for Sunday June 20. North Shore Animal League has pulled the adoption truck from Sean Casey Animal Rescue. It seems their driver is ill.
We will be rescheduling as soon as possible. They promised us the next available date. Sorry for any inconvenience. We will keep you posted. Chris
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Adoption Event at Love Thy Pet this Sunday
Our favorite local pet store Love Thy Pet is hosting another adoption event this Sunday. Sean Casey's Animal Rescue will bring cats and dogs, including some kittens and puppies. This rescue group does great work so we hope lots of animals will find forever homes at this event.
Here are the details:
Location:
Love Thy Pet
164 Union Street (between Hicks and Henry)
718-596-2399
Date:
Sunday June 20
Hours:
12:30 to 6pm
Here are the details:
Location:
Love Thy Pet
164 Union Street (between Hicks and Henry)
718-596-2399
Date:
Sunday June 20
Hours:
12:30 to 6pm
Friday, May 14, 2010
Meeting at the Dog Park Tomorrow!
Dog Park Friends,
We are having a meeting Saturday, May 15 to discuss the future of the dog park. Here are the details:
Morning Mixer
9:30am - 11am
Refreshments provided
please join us for a short meeting to kick-off the summer season!
no tools or muscle necessary – this will be an informal discussion on the past, present and hopeful future of dimattina dog park and how you can help this ‘diamond in the rough’ reach its true potential.
if you are unable to join but have questions, suggestions or comments please email them to: cgdogrun@gmail.com
Thank you,
James, Jackie, Kim, and Andrea
We are having a meeting Saturday, May 15 to discuss the future of the dog park. Here are the details:
Morning Mixer
9:30am - 11am
Refreshments provided
please join us for a short meeting to kick-off the summer season!
no tools or muscle necessary – this will be an informal discussion on the past, present and hopeful future of dimattina dog park and how you can help this ‘diamond in the rough’ reach its true potential.
if you are unable to join but have questions, suggestions or comments please email them to: cgdogrun@gmail.com
Thank you,
James, Jackie, Kim, and Andrea
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Smith St. “Pup” Crawl
Support a great cause, Brooklyn's Sean Casey Animal Rescue at the Smith St. “Pup” Crawl
Saturday February 20th
2-7 PM
To Benefit Sean Casey Animal Rescue
Get out of the cold and beat the winter blues while getting to know your neighbors and fellow animal lovers!
Pay $20 to get a bracelet (all proceeds go to the shelter) which will get you drink specials at participating bars—
Angry Wade’s
Zombie Hut
Camp
Bar Great Harry
Ceol
Purchase your Bracelet at Camp 179 Smith St. between Warren St and Wyckoff St starting at 2:00. Donations of blankets, towels, newspapers and paper towels are greatly appreciated!
To RSVP or if you have any questions, please contact Jessica at jessmeyer216@yahoo.com
Sean Casey Animal Rescue-- http://scarnyc.org/
Saturday February 20th
2-7 PM
To Benefit Sean Casey Animal Rescue
Get out of the cold and beat the winter blues while getting to know your neighbors and fellow animal lovers!
Pay $20 to get a bracelet (all proceeds go to the shelter) which will get you drink specials at participating bars—
Angry Wade’s
Zombie Hut
Camp
Bar Great Harry
Ceol
Purchase your Bracelet at Camp 179 Smith St. between Warren St and Wyckoff St starting at 2:00. Donations of blankets, towels, newspapers and paper towels are greatly appreciated!
To RSVP or if you have any questions, please contact Jessica at jessmeyer216@yahoo.com
Sean Casey Animal Rescue-- http://scarnyc.org/
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Doggies Gettin' Married
Love Thy Pet is having its first annual Forever Friends Commitment Ceremony.
Date: 9/12/09
Time: 4pm
Place: Love Thy Pet,164 Union Street, (between Hicks and Henry)718-596-2399
Presiding Minister: Rev: Chris Love
This is for real, people! Chris, co-owner of Love Thy Pet, got himself ordained and he will do commitment ceremonies for pairs of doggies who are ready to take the next step. They're even selling tux and wedding dress costumes.
"There has been quite a buzz surrounding the Affair, so please if you can call and let us know if you would like to come so that we may save you a spot. There will be a photographer to take pictures of this special event. Affirmation of Love Certificate's, Wedding Cake, refreshments, Bride and groom Treat box's. Lots of fun for all. Thank you, Chris"
Date: 9/12/09
Time: 4pm
Place: Love Thy Pet,164 Union Street, (between Hicks and Henry)718-596-2399
Presiding Minister: Rev: Chris Love
This is for real, people! Chris, co-owner of Love Thy Pet, got himself ordained and he will do commitment ceremonies for pairs of doggies who are ready to take the next step. They're even selling tux and wedding dress costumes.
"There has been quite a buzz surrounding the Affair, so please if you can call and let us know if you would like to come so that we may save you a spot. There will be a photographer to take pictures of this special event. Affirmation of Love Certificate's, Wedding Cake, refreshments, Bride and groom Treat box's. Lots of fun for all. Thank you, Chris"
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