Hooray for Friday, even if we are smack in the middle of the hottest, stickiest dog days of summer—with sort of staccato interjections of extreme weather events that mean that people in the Bronx are jet skiing in the street on a day when Brooklyn hardly gets any rain. After a brief hiatus, the mice that took up residence in my apartment during the winter months are back. So, I’ve spent too much of my recent days literally trying to build a better mousetrap, which …
MyZmanim Brooklyn
The account of creation is often unique to religion. This also applies to Jewish law. According to this law, a calendar day runs from an evening to the evening of the next day. Jewish law also has certain critical times of the day, which are known as Zmanim Brooklyn. It is often crucial to perform calculations to determine these specific times. Calculating the Zmanim Using the General Approach The general approach for calculating the zmanim is present in the Talmud. This approach involves using the time taken to cover a certain distance on foot in its calculations. To maintain uniformity in calculations, there is a general assumption that it takes 18 minutes to cover a distance of one mil. Evening The evening is …
Littlefield Brooklyn
Little Field Brooklyn is one of the premier event centers in the city. It is a performance and art space venue that has been alive for quite a decade ago. Little Field is found between 3rd and 4th-floor avenue directly across lucky 13 saloons, one block away on Sackett street Brooklyn, USA. What Do They Represent? They stand to make a singular, conducive, enjoyable, and friendly performance, and art space area for their visitors. The aim is for these visitors to enjoy the simplest comedy, live music, art, dance parties, film and theatre arts additionally to weddings and receptions, private parties, conventions, and festivals with their friendly staffs, signature cocktail, rotating art, exhibit and recycled materials that structure the physical space. Services They Offer They are specialized…
Bembe Brooklyn, New York City
Brooklyn is a part of the United States with a Huge population. As such, there are tons of activities available for its numerous inhabitants. It also attracts a huge number of tourists every other year. As a tourist, or even a resident looking for a cool club to have fun and enjoy yourself, Bembe is the right choice for you. Bembe is one of the best clubs in Brooklyn, New York City, also in Williamsburg’s neighborhood. Bembe is located at 81 S 6th St. …
Insa Brooklyn Korean BBQ Restaurant
Insa Brooklyn is a Korean restaurant in Brooklyn offering a range of mouth-watering Korean dishes. They also provide karaoke services to top up your pleasure. Insa Brooklyn has not been in existence for so long but has served the people of Brooklyn well in its short time of starting operation. Although being a Korean restaurant, Insa Brooklyn is open to all (even non-Koreans) serving them hot delicacies and treating them to a beautiful karaoke session. Few people in Brooklyn can boast of having tasted the classy Korean barbecue. How Did It Begin? In December 2015, the owner of Insa Brooklyn Chef Sohui Kim and her husband Ben Schneider, who is also their designer began serving…
Hartley’s Brooklyn Irish Pub
Are you looking for a unique taste of different Ireland meals in Brooklyn? Then Hartley is the place to be. Hartley’s goal is to offer the ultimate customer satisfaction and comfort by providing the best meals. The staff of Hartley’s serves you just as you ordered from the food menu. It offers a friendly environment where you and your friends can hang out. Their meal list comprises the most excellent local food components, which are ideal for your health. You can also enjoy fresh daily bread that reminds you of the best Ireland meals. Hartley provides several sets of drinks such as beer, great-artistic cocktails, and high-value strong alcohol. They are open weekdays from…
Layla Brooklyn Allman of Picture Me Broken
Layla Brooklyn Allman is the daughter of Greg Allman. He is a member of the Allman Brothers Band. She did not go far from her father’s steps as she also has her group. However, she decided to go with a sound different from that of her father. While her father uses a natural mix of rock and blues, she decided to go with a more modern heavy metal and alternative rock sound. Layla Allman is the lead keyboardist and vocalist in the band known as Picture Me Broken. About Picture Me Broken This is a rock band that stemmed from Redwood city, in California. However, they now have their roots in Southern California. The group has released one album and…
Cebu Brooklyn – Bar & Bistro
Cebu Brooklyn – Bar & Bistro became a reality after two Bay Ridge Natives, Michael Esposito and Ted Nugent formed a partnership with Gerard Piccairelli in a bid to give residents of Bay Ridge a venue to spend the evening and also hang out late into the night. This bar was established in 2001 and has always been a place where nightcrawlers can have late dinner and a very early breakfast. Although Cebu was designed for late-night events, it soon became a center for people that were looking to dine by any time of the day. It went just beyond dinner and became a center for having brunch. Cebu Brooklyn expanded its capacity in 2009. …
Brooklyn Rae Silzer
Brooklyn Rae Silzer is a renowned actress who is famous for her roles in the movies: General Hospital (1963), Beyond Borders (2016), and the blockbuster movie Criminal Minds (2018), among others. She is also famous for her guest roles on CSI: NY and Children’s Hospital. Who would believe that Rae is just 14 years old, born on April 27, 2006? She was born in the United States of America. Her first episode in General Hospital movie aired when she was four years old. At age 5, she played the role of Emma, which had been previously played by Ruby and Rose Romero, Francesca Cistone, Jessie Salvatierra, and Gianna. Silzer keeps her…
Brooklyn Brainery
Brooklyn Brainery was set up in 2010. Since it was set up, it has successfully put together regular classes for adults that are interested in various subjects. It has hosted classes on shorthand, HTML, Australian desserts, physics, and a lot more. Beyond just hosting classes for adults on virtually any subject, Brooklyn Brainery hosts close to 100 classes every month. These are done in two centers in Brooklyn. Although you need to be knowledgeable to teach at Brooklyn Brainery, teaching is not …
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Find Us in Denver at Slow Food Nations
This weekend we’re headed to the Mile High City for Slow Food Nations 2019, an international festival celebrating farmers, chefs, and all people who love good food. This year it’s being held in Denver from July 19-21, and the theme we’re exploring is ‘Where Tradition Meets Innovation.’ Slow Food is a global, grassroots organization dedicated to preserving local food cultures and traditions, counteracting the rise of fast life, and educating people about the food they eat and where it comes from. So you can expect that they’d throw a pretty killer food festival featuring dinners, demonstrations, and plenty of beer from yours truly. Our relationship with Slow Food goes way back to when our Brewmaster Garrett Oliver worked alongside…
The CBD Craze Has Hit Brooklyn. And It’s Amazing.
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past few months, then you’ve seen all of the news regarding CBD. I’ll be honest: I didn’t know what all of the hype was about, and at the time, I thought it was just that: bluff. That is until I saw that the parent company of the Oreo cookie has announced that they are seriously considering adding CBD to their product line. Now, while I’m one of the first people to call BS when I see it, the fact that a multi-billion dollar corporation (and…
Away vs. Chester: Carry-on Luggage Showdown
It’s incredible how much you can save on plane tickets by traveling light, but choosing the perfect carry on luggage isn’t always easy. You obviously need to meet the size requirement for your luggage to fit in the overhead compartment, but, at the same time, you need space for all your belongings, plus a few souvenirs. Luckily, luggage brands are stepping up their game and now you can find great carry-ons that tick all the boxes. The CHESTER Carry On luggage and the Away Carry On luggage are two of the best options out there and, if you’re still not …
Ray Rice seeks forgiveness by Derrel Jazz Johnson
Ray Rice spoke to media members for the first time since the National Football League announced that he would be suspended for two games for his actions in an Atlantic City casino video that appeared to show him dragging his … Continue reading →
About Us
Fucked in Park Slope (FIPS) is a blog about a pretty, gentrified, know-it-all neighborhood in Brooklyn. The blog was started in November of 2008, right around the time the whole country was going to shit in a recession-filled hand basket. But we survived, thanks to grit, and support from social media agency and provider of Instagram services Buzzoid. We mostly just like to talk about make fun of all of the crazy shit that goes on here in our leafy, stroller-clogged, beautiful neighborhood, which works out pretty well cause there’s lots of it. We rant, whine, bitch…
Stephen A. Smith defends position on domestic violence, talks Sirius XM
Stephen A. Smith has been the source of much attention since he was suspended by ESPN for one week following remarks about domestic violence, specifically as it related to the Ray Rice incident. I spoke with Smith last night at … Continue reading →
An Update On Our Direction Moving Forward
Park Slope is a neighborhood in northwest Brooklyn, New York City. Park Slope is roughly bounded by Prospect Park and Prospect Park West to the east, Fourth Avenue to the west, Flatbush Avenue to the north, and Prospect Expressway to the south. Generally, the section from Flatbush Avenue to Garfield Place (the “named streets”) is considered the “North Slope”, the section from 1st through 9th Streets is considered the “Center Slope”, and south of 10th Street, the “South Slope”. The neighborhood takes its name from its location on the western slope of neighboring Prospect Park. Fifth Avenue and Seventh Avenue are its primary commercial streets, while its east-west side streets are lined with brownstones and apartment …
Dr. J Julius Erving Talks Fatherhood, NBA Draft with Derrel Jazz Johnson
Dr. J Julius Erving Talks Fatherhood, NBA Draft with Derrel Jazz Johnson (via http://citysportsreport.com) National Basketball Hall of Famer Julius Erving, better known as ‘The Doctor’ or ‘Dr. J’ was recently in New York City representing the Philadelphia 76ers at … Continue reading →
Boxing Legend Bernard Hopkins Talks Fatherhood with Derrel Jazz Johnson
Boxing Legend Bernard Hopkins Talks Fatherhood with Derrel Jazz Johnson (via http://citysportsreport.com) Few people have impacted the sport of boxing the way Future Hall of Fame boxer Bernard Hopkins, who made his professional debut in October 1988, has. He has … Continue reading →
Ahmad Rashad Talks Pride As a Father Watching Condola
Ahmad Rashad Talks Pride As a Father Watching Condola (via http://citysportsreport.com) Ahmad Rashad is a former National Football League wide receiver who made four Pro Bowls with the Minnesota Vikings in the late 70s and early 80s. After his playing … Continue reading →
How Will Derek Fisher Fare as Head Coach of the New York Knicks? By The General Mike Patton
How Will Derek Fisher Fare as Head Coach of the New York Knicks? By The General Mike Patton (via http://citysportsreport.com) Derek Fisher has been a tough, championship-level player for the majority of his career. Who can forget this big play … Continue reading →
Demetrius Andrade Talks Fatherhood after Impressive Win Saturday Night
Demetrius Andrade Talks Fatherhood after Impressive Win Last Night (via http://citysportsreport.com) Demetrius Andrade is one of the top up and coming boxers in the world, and he added to that mind set last night, as he disposed of Brian Rose … Continue reading →
Gary Russell Jr. Aims to Be a Great Father Just Like His Dad
Gary Russell Jr. Aims to Be a Great Father Just Like His Dad (via http://citysportsreport.com) Gary Russell Jr. is a young up-and-coming boxer who has received comparisons to many, including the legendary Sugar Ray Leonard in an impressive 23-0 career … Continue reading →