BROOKLYN’S GRAVESEND neighborhood is home to the Covenant Ballet Theatre, which on Thursday, March 21, hosted its second annual “Cocktail Caper” gala/fundraiser at the Riverside Church in upper Manhattan. Considered “one of the best-kept secrets in Brooklyn,” and founded in 1987, Covenant Ballet Theatre of Brooklyn has trained hundreds of students, aged three through adult, from all five boroughs and the tri-state area. The evening’s honorees included board president and longtime supporter Steven Rissman, who received the “Inspired Leadership Award” for his critical role in CBT’s growth and expansion. CBT also recognized the Brann family (Rebeccah and Craig) for their contributions to the dance and music that have helped build CBT over two generations.
In addition, the evening featured the restaging of a work by CBT’s founder and artistic director, Marla Hirokawa, that was inspired by the classic 1940s film “Casablanca.”
SUNSET PARK — “As a resident of Marine Park, one of the great surprises I found biking around Industry City and visiting Japan Village was to discover Bush Terminal Park. I continue to be amazed at the serene hideaways that the city offers in some of the busiest places — and, still, with an iconic view.”
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS — ‘A miracle that no one was killed …’ That’s what neighbors are saying about the collapse of the Hotel St. George marquee. Shown in this photograph are workmen beginning the removal and repair of the historic, old neon sign at the corner, referencing a relic of Brooklyn Heights’ past: the St. George Hotel.
ATLANTIC AVENUE — Exhausted shopper with cluster of bags and goods from mall at Boerum Place stops to look at huge construction site across the street. “Is that REALLY going to be a jail??” Her male companion is reassuring, “Nothing like Rikers … this is 21st Century.”
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS — Overheard in line at one of most popular pastry outlets on Montague Street: “Hope I can get them into a camp …” A mother with two pre-schoolers in tow was showing a friend the Dodge Y flyer for Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 18.
