BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! lineup, Good Girl NYC, Harold & Maude Vintage, and more
Plus, Open Stages & Spring Artisan's Bazaar
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Opening: 🎉
Popular Bedstuy Vintage shop Harold and Maude Vintage has opened a Park Slope outpost at 300 7th street between 7th and 8th Streets!
Specialty retail shop & kitchen Good Girl NYC will open tomorrow, May 9th at the old Blue Sky Bakery Spot on 53 5th Ave between Bergen St & St Marks Ave.
Coffeine will open on 4th Ave & 15th st in June—exact date TBA. Owners Konstantyn and Anna shared with us that the coffee shop is "something we’ve been putting a lot of heart into, and we’re excited to finally share it with the community."
Wine Bar Wallace, from former Black Mountain Wine House managers, will open in Prospect Heights soon.
Local News:
Park Slope Food Coop General Manager Joe Szladek sent a message to members this week addressing remarks made at the April 28th General Meeting that he called antisemitic and anti-Arab. A formal investigation is underway through the Coop’s dispute resolution process.
Szladek also urged more members to attend monthly meetings, noting that low turnout can allow any organized group to have an outsized influence on outcomes. Meetings are the last Tuesday of each month at 7pm and can be attended virtually.
Wishing a very happy National BID day to Park Slope 5th Ave BID and North Flatbush BID, who are celebrating 40 years! Business Improvement Districts are the behind-the-scenes champions of neighborhood life, supporting local businesses, keeping streets vibrant, and making our corridors feel like community.
Casa Azul will sadly be closing May 30: “This space has meant so much to us — to our team, our guests, and everyone who has shared meals, laughter, and memories here. We’re truly grateful for every visit, every toast, and every moment you’ve spent with us. While this chapter comes to a close, we would love to continue welcoming you at our sister restaurant, Alma (Columbia St Waterfront District).”
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Festival has announced its lineup of free shows for 2026, which happen at Prospect Park’s Lena Horne Bandshell from June 4 through September 19. It includes Sheila E, Leon Knight and DJ Spinna (opening night on June 4); Antibalas (June 13); Habibi Festival with EMEL, Mai Elgizouli, Nesrine, and more (July 10); globalFEST with DakhaBrakha, Yeison Landero, and more (August 7); Americana Night with Yola, Dom Flemons and the Traveling Wildfires, and Cleo Reed (August 15); Common and special guests to honor the social justice legacy of Harry Belafonte (August 28); and more. Check it out here.
Hurly Whirly, an 11ft by 8ft whimsical sculpture designed by Gowanus-based artist David Barthold and fabricated by Beam Center youth apprentices, was just installed in the median on 4th Ave at 2nd Street.
Business Buzz: ⚡️
Christine Alcalay Atelier is hosting A Mother’s Day in Bloom on May 9th from 12-5pm. They’re welcoming Hysteria Jewelry for a special trunk show, with the designer in-store presenting her full collection, as well as a bouquet-making experience led by Colleen Dodge. Build a bouquet to pair with a gift, or simply as a gesture of care!
💰North Flatbush BID is hosting their 40th Anniversary Sweepstakes from May 4th-August 23rd! Enter for the chance to win $500 and share $500 with a local business! Play by shopping local on Flatbush Ave & saving receipts of $20 or more or writing an online review of any local businesses. Drawings will be held every other week.
Slope Steal of the Week 💰: Red Moon Wellness is offering 10% gift cards for Mother’s Day!
Mother’s Day is this Sunday! If you’re still looking for a gift, check out our guide to gifts that will make mom happy while also supporting local businesses.
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Presented by Bristow Mather Architects
Bristow Mather Architects will be hosting an open studio at Cafe Martin on May 8th from 3-7pm — come say hi
Our studio recently made the move from Chicago to NYC, and we’re still getting to know the neighborhood. Whether you have a project on your mind or just want to put a face to the name, we’d love to meet you at Cafe Martin at 355 5th Ave (between 4th Street and 5th Street).
Bristow Mather Architects work across the full spectrum — from ground-up homes to considered renovations — and believe every project starts with a good conversation.
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Our Top Weekly Picks:
Events with an asterisk* tend to sell out—reserve tickets early!
Thursday, May 7th:
Classic Car Tour Fundraiser @ Lenny’s Garage, 5:30-8pm: Help support the free community events that the Park Slope Civic Council brings to the neighborhood all year—and get a rare look at the unique classic cars owned by Trustee Lenny Shiller, who collects classic American cars and is opening up his garage for a VIP reception and private tour. This hidden treasure houses dozens of vintage cars, many used in local television and movie shoots. Tickets include wine, soft drinks, and snacks. $25 members/ $30 non-members.
Don’t Go Empty Handed: Quiet Access (low-sensory environment) @ Gallery 198 5-5:30pm: Traditional gallery openings can be difficult to access for many members of our community. In response, we’re holding a limited-capacity preview ahead of the public opening. It’s a small shift, but an important one—making space for more people to enter the room on their own terms. This session is designed to support visitors with sensory sensitivities, or anyone who prefers a more controlled viewing environment. Limited to 10 visitors (registration required). Expect a quieter, limited-interaction experience ahead of the crowd. FREE.
Friday, May 8th:
Tassels to Table: Burlesque @ Farm.One, 8pm*: Farm.One's back lounge is going full cabaret or an intimate burlesque experience you won't find anywhere else in Brooklyn. Hosted by the fabulous Maria TopCatt and produced by Miss Frankie Eleanor, this ticket-holders-only evening features four stunning performers — Gin Minsky, King Queen, Pete ZaParty, and Phoenix A'Blaze — plus a special menu from Pizza Party. Wash it all down with any of the delicious Farm.Onehouse made beers or specialty cocktails. $25 (includes a short pour & a bite).
Saturday, May 9th:
Spring Artisans Bazaar 2026 @ The Old Stone House, 10am-5pm: Expect perfect gifts for Mother's Day and more from Brooklyn's best independent designers and makers. Handmade jewelry, independent fashion, beauty and wellness, tasty treats for people and pets, ceramics, toys and kids' wear too. FREE.
Spring Festival @ 6/15 Community Garden, 10am-dusk: Head to 6th Ave & 15th Street for this fun, family-friendly spring festival featuring children’s music with puppets, games and crafts, plants for sale, a bake sale, and exhibits by local artists! FREE.
🎵 Brooklyn Conservatory of Music Open Stages, 3-6pm: Open Stages is a neighborhood-wide, free music festival with stages all over Park Slope, and a celebration of Brooklyn’s vibrant music scene. Each year, the event transforms Park Slope into a lively tapestry of sound and culture, where the streets come alive with melodies and rhythms from around the globe. This year, expect 19 stages of free outdoor music plus hundreds of artists and partners. FREE - click for map and full schedule.
The festival will happen rain or shine - check BKCM.org/openstages on Saturday for any weather-related updates
Plan Ahead for These Popular Events:
Atlantic Avenue ArtWalk (May 16th, 12-6pm)*: Following the sold out event on May 9th, Atlantic Avenue will transform into a vibrant walking art gallery as more than 125 local artists feature their work at 70+ local businesses! Spanning 1.5 miles from Fourth Avenue to the waterfront, this free, self-guided event invites visitors to explore artwork displayed at boutiques, restaurants, salons, art galleries, and home decor shops. FREE.
Prospect Park Bike Day (May 30th. 11am-2pm)*: Park Slope Civic Council hosts this celebration of biking at Bartel-Pritchard Square. Expect guided rides, classes for kids, free minor bike repairs, tips, and a helmet giveaway. FREE.
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