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'Dumbo' 70th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray/DVD Movie ReviewDisney’s "Dumbo” just got the 70th Anniversary makeover for Blu-ray and DVD. Audiences and my Mother in particular will be very happy to get their hands on this new edition of the beloved tale of the flying elephant.
Crafting in DUMBOThe DUMBO section of Brooklyn, New York is home to a large Etsy Labs crafter community which comes together on Monday evenings for free workshops that include complimentary supplies and a flexible schedule.- Dumbo Arts Festival Submission Deadline ExtendedThere is some good news for artists who need a little extra time to get their creative juices flowing.
- DUMBO Art News: Last Call for Beacon Artists, Splash II is Feb 26thTwo DUMBO exhibitions end on Saturday: Beacon Artists Union at Amos Eno and Splash II at Klompching
- Gramercy Park in Full Bloom in DUMBOThe industrial neighborhood of DUMBO is set to be all shades of green and color when Gramercy Park Flower Shop opens on Washington Street.
- 1st Thursdays DUMBO Gallery Walk Ushers in the New Art of 2011Arts initiative Dumbo Culture 411 will be presenting 1st Thursdays Gallery Walk, a free monthly gathering for art lovers who want to explore the latest on offer in the galleries Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass.
- Brooklyn Roasting Company Hosting First Ever New Year's Espresso Extravaganza in DUMBOThe Brooklyn Roasting Company is hosting a New Year's Eve brunch and coffee "extravaganza" to get your celebrations off to an early and energetically caffeine fueled start. Pastries and New Year's Eve party favors included.
- An Underwater New Year's Eve in DUMBOCelebrate New Year's Eve under water in DUMBO, with free champagne, deserts, and live coverage of the Times Square ball drop via huge big screen TVs. And to reiterate the first part of all that: Free.
- High Hopes for the New Executive Director of the DUMBO Improvement DistrictDUMBO Improvement District has helped enhance the lives of residents over the past four years. With a new Executive Director starting, the continued positive developments in the area should hopefully continue.
- Tis the Season for Giving. But Feel Free to Buy Something for Yourself, at Zoe in DUMBOA big sale event this weekend at Zoe (at 78 Washington Street), in DUMBO, makes us think we need some serious self-time.
- DUMBO Literary News: Salman Rushdie to Be at PowerHouse Arena, Nov 16thThe legendary author Salman Rushdie will be in DUMBO to celebrate the release of his new book, Luka and the Fire of Life on November 16th.
- Rejoice in DUMBO! Washington to Get Two-Way Traffic, Flowers, and Peace and QuietWashington looks pretty cleaned up, has double yellow lines, and looks ready for two-way traffic.
- Rapid Realty Opens Office in DUMBOThere is a new realtor in DUMBO.
- Photography Contest by PowerHouse Arena in DUMBO: HumanKindPowerHouse has teamed up with the New York Photo Festival to bring you the HumanKind photography contest, in search of the most amazing photographs exploring "the human condition."
- Blue Bloods Starring Tom Selleck Films in Fulton FerryThe new New York based cop drama, Blue Bloods, has taken over downtown Brooklyn and DUMBO this week to film a new episode.
- Dumbo the Flying Elephant at Walt Disney WorldDumbo is a loveable little elephant that has a Disney movie made about him self.
Admiral Harvey PantsDumbo ain't fit to be C-in-C of anything. However my 17 week old Chocolate Lab pup, Harvey, is more than qualified to run a Navy.
DUMBO Landmark Grimaldi's Pizzeria Suing LandlordThe NY Post pointed out that DUMBO landmark, Grimaldi's Pizzeria, is suing its DUMBO landlord for allegedly attempting to evict them from their famous Old Fulton Street location.
DUMBO Art Walk, Nov 4thThe First Thursday DUMBO Gallery Walk is always a fun experience and especially this week it is one that you really don't want to miss.- DUMBO Dry Cleaner Goes GreenKen Kinzer, owner of Bridgestone Dry Cleaners and Laundry in DUMBO explained that the term organic isn't always a good thing.
- DUMBO's Latest ResidentsTwo new firms move into fantastic buildings in DUMBO.
- DUMBO Farmers' Market Ending SoonThe DUMBO Farmers' Market at Pearl Street Triangle is almost coming to a close. Local growers have been setting up their tents every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine.
Art Exhibits in DUMBO: Pigeonhole, at DAC Until Nov 14thCurrently on display at DUMBO Arts Center (30 Washington st), Pigeonhole by Reina Kubota and Hang Xu, has turned DAC's gallery space into a "complex maze" of narrow passages.- Double Rainbow for DUMBO and Vinegar HillDouble rainbow all the way across the sky in Downtown Brooklyn.
Galapagos in DUMBO is Sending an Artist to Switzerland--Is it You?The Galapagos Art Space in DUMBO has teamed up with the International Exchange and Studio Program of the Canton of Basel, Switzerland.
Current Exhibits at Smack Mellon, DUMBO: "The Uneven Intensities of Duration" Until Nov 21st"The Uneven Intensities of Duration" is a collection of "multi-dimensional charcoal drawings" that depict "psychological topographies" by Charlotte Schulz.- DUMBO's L Magazine Profiles Brooklyn's Best BlocksL Magazine profiles Brooklyn's Best Blocks. Dumbo snags four of the best block designations, but none of the best blocks to live on.
The Archway Near Fulton Ferry Used for Street TennisTennis in the Archway, photographer Josh Derr, and Archway Cafe opens.- FREE Live Music in DUMBO: Victoire, Nov 4 at Smack MellonVictoire is a Brooklyn based, all woman chamber-rock ensemble playing "pseudo-classical" music that could possibly blow your mind.
First Ever DUMBO Cultural Tourism Town Hall, Oct 27th 6 PmScheduled for 6- 7:30 pm at Smack Mellon (92 Plymouth St) and hosted by Dumbo Improvement District. Will discuss how "Cultural Tourism efforts can best support the creative enterprises" of the community.- DUMBO Water Street Reconstruction UpdatesAn overview of the progress made during the Water Street Reconstruction project in DUMBO.
- Digital DUMBO Brings Together City's Tech CommunityAt Digital DUMBO the burgeoning tech community gets together to network, brainstorm and check out what's new in the world of digital media and technology.
- Cloud Computing in DUMBOCloud computing companies big in DUMBO.
DUMBO BID Director Steps DownThe Dumbo Improvement District announced it is losing one of its key staff members.- A DUMBO Halloween: For Kids, Then for ParentsIf you are a parent living in or around DUMBO, you should check out a couple of Halloween events scheduled in DUMBO, the first being for the kids, and the second being for the parents.
Is Crime Falling in DUMBO?Reports on violent crime have been all over the map this month for the DUMBO area of Brooklyn.- Filming Around DUMBO Streets Causes Grumbles from Car OwnersFilming for two different movies have caused significant disruptions around DUMBO several days this last week, and some have complained that the signs were being posted 30 minutes before the parking ban was to be in effect.
Upcoming Events at Galapagos Art Space: DUMBO / Fulton FerryIf you are hanging around Fulton Ferry or DUMBO and looking for something to do in the next few weeks, you might want to check out Galapagos Art Space at 16 Main Street.- 68 Jay Street Upcoming Acts, DUMBO / Vinegar Hill, Through Dec. 18th68 Jay street's upcoming music schedule was recently posted on DumboNYC and it is extensive, with various alt, rock, blues, vintage jazz, and soul acts, among others, every Wednesday and Saturday night starting at 8pm.
- God Defeats Cyclists in DUMBOOfficials in DUMBO are now letting churchgoers park in bike lanes.
