Openings— Le Fournil! Plus, Smorgasburg returns and Park Slope celebrates Passover.
Also this week: Learn to foxtrot, attend a rom-com movie night, and celebrate black women artists.
Opening:
French bakery Le Fournil has opened their first Brooklyn location at 186 5th Avenue at Sackett Street!
Smorgasburg NYC is BACK for their 16th season! They will re-open April 5th at Prospect Park! Read about the new vendors at this year’s Smorgasbourg.
The Biggie Experience, a museum celebrating life, music, and legacy of the late Notorious B.I.G., has opened at 503 Atlantic Avenue.
Closing:
Trailer Park is closing soon after being in business for 27 years in the neighborhood. Chris Houghton has owned the business since 1998, personally sourcing the shop’s eclectic mix of inventory from Pennsylvania Dutch Country.
The store specializes in vintage collectibles and made-to-order Amish furniture . You can visit Trailer Park at 77 Sterling Place (near 6th Ave).
Local News:
A No Kings march is planned for this Saturday March 28 at 1-3pm. It will start at Garfield Place and go along Prospect Park West.
A new bill would roll back the Eric Adams-era regulations on outdoor dining. The bill is currently being deliberated by City Council and would classify all “roadway cafes”— sidewalk dining areas— as “sidewalk cafes,” which are allowed to operate without any seasonal limitations.
The average one-bedroom rent in Park Slope has reached $3,706, marking a 6% decrease from last year.
More than 60 crashes were reported at the busy traffic circle at Grand Army Plaza in 2025, prompting some residents to push for measures like traffic calming, curb extensions, and synchronized traffic signals.
The stalled Atlantic Yards platform in Brooklyn, a project started in 2003, may receive $350 million in aid from New York State.
PS 107 and PS 124 PTA recently hosted a fundraiser at Rullo’s - with Julia Stiles as the trivia host!
Business Buzz:
Dilly Dally is now open 8am–4pm for coffee, sweet treats, and a fresh menu built for daytime.
Hope everyone enjoyed the first full week of Spring! See you at the park soon. 🌷
-Mychal
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Thursday, March 26th:
Women’s History Month @ Brooklyn Public Library, 1-2pm (Central Library): In celebration of Women’s History Month, this special performance honors the artistry, strength, and cultural legacy of women through three contrasting works drawn from Chinese and Asian dance traditions. The program moves from radiant elegance to intimate lyricism and, finally, to bold heroism—offering audiences a vivid and accessible way to reflect on women’s contributions across cultures and throughout history. FREE.
Saturday, March 28th:
“All the Restaurants” Pop-up @ Framebridge Cobble Hill (12:00pm-4:00pm): Meet Park Slope artist John Donohue, founder of All the Restaurants, at a special pop-up. Donohue will be selling and signing limited-edition prints of his iconic sketches featuring beloved Brooklyn spots like Lucali, Frankies Spuntino, and Clover Club, with custom framing available on-site.
Park Slope Historic Churches Walking Tour, 1:30 to 3:30 pm: Park Slope’s houses of worship tell the story of the community that built them. They show the work of the families, immigrants, and leaders who shaped this neighborhood. The guided tour gives you a close look at that history and the beautiful architecture of each of these spaces. Participants will visit four houses of worship in small groups. At each stop, a member of the congregation will lead a tour and share the building’s story. $30/ $25 members.
Black Girl Art Show @ Brooklyn Navy Yard, 2-8pm: This nationwide traveling exhibition is dedicated to celebrating and showcasing the creativity, talent, and cultural impact of Black women artists. Each show brings together a curated collection of powerful, thought-provoking pieces alongside live art, music, and a marketplace of Black-owned brands. Guests can expect an inspiring, high energy celebration that feels equal parts art gallery, cultural gathering, and creative recharge. $68.55.
Brooklyn Conservatory Community Orchestra Gala: Waltz and Foxtrot @ St. Saviour High School Gymnasium, 7:30-10pm: Step back in time and onto the dance floor at the Brooklyn Conservatory Community Orchestra‘s biannual gala spectacular: a dazzling evening of waltzing and foxtrot inspired by the balls and fétes of Old New York in The Gilded Age. Expect an evening full of dancing, musical performances and delectable food and drink courtesy of the BCCO’s members. Laurie Shayler of Dance Connection will offer accessible group lessons in waltz and foxtrot dancing. The BCCO has a wonderful program planned, including classics by Strauss, Tchaikovsky, Richard Rodgers, Glenn Miller and Cole Porter and two jazz standards performed by their featured vocal soloist, Christine Cornell. $45 for one/ $75 for two.
Sunday, March 29th:
Trans Visibility Extravaganza @ Ginger’s Bar, 2-6pm: Give your money (and love) to trans artists and raise money for trans organizations at this all trans showcase featuring trans vendors, dj and performers! $12.51.
Tuesday, March 31st:
Tuesday March 31st, 7:30-9pm: Join us for a Community Night at Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club 🎉 We’re bringing together the community from Park Slope Living + Cobble Hill Collective for a relaxed evening of shuffleboard, drinks, and meeting fellow neighbors in person. We’ve reserved lanes (yes, free games!) so you can hang out and play a few rounds with locals & our team! More details here.
Wednesday, April 1st:
When Harry Met Sally @ Pasta Louise, 8pm: Watch this rom-com classic on a big screen and enjoy trivia and prizes all night, food and drink specials, and a free welcome drink! Food or drink purchase required.
Written in Brooklyn Storytelling Series presents: Now Or Never @ Farm.One, 8pm: A night of true stories about big leaps, last chances, and moments that changed everything. Some moments in life are low stakes, like choosing what to watch on Netflix. Others are… less chill. Quit the job? Say the thing? Stay at the hostel that has 1 out of 5 stars in Central America because you only have $10 to your name? At this month’s show, storytellers share true stories about the moments when life stopped politely waiting and demanded a decision: now… or never. $28.52.
Plan Ahead for These Popular Events:
Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair @ Powerhouse Arts (Thursday April 9th- Sunday April 12th): Powerhouse Arts is proud to present the return of the Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair at their state-of-the-art arts fabrication facility in Gowanus, Brooklyn. Now entering its second edition, the borough’s first and only fair dedicated exclusively to fine art printmaking continues its mission to champion the medium while expanding access for artists, educators, and collectors alike to engage with a dedicated community of print masters, connoisseurs, and enthusiasts. $15.
Hanami Nights @ Brooklyn Botanic Garden (Tuesday, April 21–Friday, April 24, 2026): Find a spot on Cherry Esplanade to enjoy the cherry blossoms, lit up for maximum effect, and savor the spring vibe with family and friends. Stroll in the Japanese Hill-and-Pond Garden and along Cherry Walk, try your hand at origami and other Japanese crafts, view a curated display of bonsai, and enjoy live performances and specialty food and drinks. Bring a blanket and picnic under the cherry blossoms! $40 adults/ $20 kids.
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Passover Meals 🫓
Miriam is helping make the Passover table effortless this year with a specially prepared Passover Package available for pre-order now. Designed to serve four ($295), the spread features a generous lineup of Mediterranean-inspired holiday dishes including matzo ball soup, braised short ribs with apricots and carrots, roasted harissa king salmon, or lamb shanks with prunes and pomegranate molasses. Packages arrive unheated with warming instructions included, making hosting easy!
Winner is offering a passover catering menu available for pickup and delivery orders on March 31st through April 1st. The menu features matzo ball soup, roasted Za’atar chicken, roasted brisket, and more.
Join Gertrude’s for a very special Passover Seder on Wednesday, April 1st at 8 pm as they welcome Rabbi Matt of Brooklyn Jews and the Center for New Jewish Culture. Chef Eli & Chef Mike will be serving up a special 5 course dinner, with beverage pairings.
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This week’s Insider section below the paywall includes:
A buzzy, design-forward wellness concept is expanding into Boerum Hill - bringing pools, saunas, and a new kind of “third space” • A popular Ditmas Park cafe is expanding to Windsor Terrace