
CITYWIDE — IT’S NOT TOO LATE to sign up for the TD Five Boro Bike Tour, says nonprofit Bike New York, organizer of the annual tour. On May 4, thousands of cyclists will ride through all five boroughs on their bikes — including unicycles and tandem bikes. People can sign up as individuals or with groups, or ride for a cause. For inspiration, check out Bike NY’s list of nonprofit partners, which includes charities such as Planned Parenthood of Greater New York, Ronald McDonald House New York and Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York.
More information can be found at www.bike.nyc/tour.
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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.