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Gift Shop Guide for #Small Business Saturday

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We are proud when businesses find a home on Myrtle Avenue. Stop in to visit our district of 170 businesses, 87% of which are independently-owned. Show your love for our Myrtle Avenue gift shops and boutiques by shopping local on Small Business Saturday, November 28th and beyond.

Below is a guide of where you can find the perfect gift from shops, small boutiques, and wine shops on Myrtle Avenue. When shopping local, 68% of your dollar stays right here in the local economy.

Click to view the full 2015 Myrtle Avenue Holiday Gift Guide.

Click to view the full 2015 Myrtle Avenue Holiday Gift Guide.

Gift Shops & Boutiques

21 Tara
An eclectic shop of textiles including scarves, throw overs, pillows, dresses along with jewelry, decorative masks and handmade items like winter hats and slippers. The cornucopia of items from around the world is laced throughout the store.
388 Myrtle Avenue between Clermont & Vanderbilt, (718) 237-0737

Barking Brown 
Find fashionable items for women including dresses, bags, boots, jewelry from local designers and more.  The extensive collection of winter hats during colder weather months is commendable.
468 Myrtle between Washington & Hall, (718) 638-3757

Green in BKLYN 
Find an array of gift cards, chocolate, crafts, books, teas, kitchen supplies, energy savers, kid products and more at this one-stop shop for those living or wanting to live an eco-friendly lifestyle.
432 Myrtle Avenue between Clinton & Waverly, (718) 855-4383 

Jill Lindsey
The mini-department store in Fort Greene is a gift shop, clothing boutique, and housewares store offering greeting cards, candles, dresses, hand knit sweaters, unique jewelry items, ceramic bowls, and more.
370 Myrtle Avenue, between Adelphi and Clermont, (347)987-4583

Leisure Life NYC
Leisure Life NYC specializes in quality lifestyle products, from men’s clothing, leather goods, accessories to art and much more.  The store is a haberdashery men’s club that is inspired in large degree by the owner’s love of vintage fashion and sports memorabilia.
559 Myrtle Avenue between Emerson & Classon,  (347) 725-3167

Owa’s Afrikan Market
Owa is a fair trade business that buys directly from African artists and suppliers.  Owa’s offers items directly from Africa – such as food, fabrics, musical instruments, CDs, music videos, movies (DVDs), books, wood carvings, and more.
434 Myrtle Avenue between Clinton & Waverly, (718) 643-8487

 

Open Call for Mystery Shoppers on Myrtle Avenue

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Interested in being a mystery shopper on Myrtle Avenue?
The Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership, along with several businesses located along Myrtle Avenue in Fort Greene and Clinton Hill are curious about your shopping experiences on Myrtle Avenue.
We are looking for a few observant, honest, unbiased and courteous shoppers to make anonymous store visits, and to share feedback (by way of completed survey) with us and our merchants about your shopping experiences in the district. Local businesses may choose to incorporate some of the feedback for quality control and staff training purposes.
Interested in learning more?  Please CLICK HERE to apply, or give us a call at (718) 230-1689 ext. 3# for more info.

Fall Events at Jill Lindsey Store

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Looking for a place to create, learn and mingle this fall? If so, make sure you check out Jill Lindsey Store. The place is thriving with open events for artists, foodies, and makers. During the fall months  of October and November Jill & her team are offering hot cider and mulled wine while hosting creative events to inspire. From tarot card reading and how-to-dye workshops, to $1 taco parties, necklace making and supper clubs. Take a look at November’s events HERE.

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Polish Bar of Brooklyn Offers Monthly Beauty Memberships

Polish Bar of Brooklyn New SpaceCalling All Fashionistas, Budgetnistas and Self-Care Mavens: The Polish Bar of Brooklyn kicked off its monthly subscription services last month, offering some of the beauty boutique’s most popular services at an up to 45% savings. This exciting new monthly membership initiative gets you unlimited monthly services at bargain prices. $45 per month will get you unlimited manicures and $75 per month will get you unlimited waxing services or unlimited manis and pedis.

What’s more, signing up for the monthly membership subscription gets you access to bonus savings and VIP booking status (priority in and out service).

Through this new service, Polish Bar has helped to up your nail game. Try new designs and polishes and be ready for a quick change from work to the theater to a party at the drop of a dime, or at the least the time it will take you to get to the salon and back.

Inquire in-store on how to get started today.

Polish Bar of Brooklyn, 475 Myrtle Avenue between Washington and Hall
(718) 622-5363
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Enjoy a Labor Day Staycation at Lucky Lotus Yoga

11880405_1047686771908607_7902736144976129029_nDon’t have the energy or desire to skip out of town for the end-of-summer three day weekend?  Relax locally by escaping for a few hours at Lucky Lotus Yoga on Myrtle Avenue in Fort Greene.  On Monday, September 7th from 4-6pm, the yoga studio will be offering a staycation special that will allow you to relax, heal and reset.

The Staycation special with Ade will offer a two-hour session that includes a essential-oil facial steam towel, mini facial massage, a mini body massage, all followed with a personally tailored acupuncture treatment.  All of this is included for the special’s $75 price.  To enjoy, you must book an appointment ahead of time by e-mailing luckylotusyoga@gmail.com.

Lucky Lotus Yoga, 334 Myrtle Avenue, between Washington Park and Carlton.

Jill Lindsey 1-Year Celebration on Myrtle Avenue

Jill Lindsey Photos (1)This Saturday, Jill Lindsey, the eponymously named boutique, which features a cafe, fashion boutique with custom clothing designs, home accessories, a gift shop and so much more, kicks off her 1-year anniversary celebration on Myrtle Avenue. The event will take place this coming Saturday, August 29th from 1pm to 9pm and will be marked by live music, “lots of smiles”, festive drinks and tarot card readings.

Please stop in!

Jill Lindsey, 370 Myrtle Avenue between Adelphi and Clermont
(347) 987-4583

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Just Because Celebrates 8th Anniversary with Annual Outdoor Catwalk

Just Because_catwalkCome out and see models strutting down Carlton and Myrtle Avenues in Just Because Salon‘s annual catwalk and hair show. The event celebrates the salon’s 8th year in business for and is the third year that they are celebrating with that the Avenue strut.

The celebration will feature models strutting down Myrtle and Carlton Avenue, just outside of the salon, showing off stylish fashions and hairdos, many of the fashions by local designers, all hair and makeup by Just Because Salon. Please stop in and support. Fashion, food, prizes and fun.

This is also a good time to stop with any makeup, hair or beauty tips or set up a consultation. Raffles and giveaways for salon hair, makeup or other beauty  services will be given away throughout the day. Don’t miss this fun, annual affair. Stop by to wish Just Because a happy 8th anniversary.

Just Because Salon is located at 141 Carlton Avenue, just north of Myrtle. They can be reached by phone at: (718) 722-7810.

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Grand Puba Performing at Leisure Life’s 2nd Anniversary Party

LEISURELIFE PUBAIn celebration of Leisure Life’s 2nd anniversary in business on Myrtle, they’re giving you a bit of the old school and the new. Come out and celebrate at Leisure Life, 559 Myrtle Avenue on Friday, August 28th,

Is anyone as excited as we are that Grand Puba’s coming to the Ave, and mad curious at the ‘& Friends’ part of this. Is it KRS-One (faint), or some of the other Brand Nubian greats we know and love? Please stop in to enjoy Grand Puba perform some of his great hits, enjoy the music of Twilite Tone and to enjoy all of the other anniversary fun Leisure Life has planned.

Leisure Life is located at 559 Myrtle Avenue between Emerson Place and Classon Avenue. Please call (347) 725-3167 for further information.

First Anniversary Celebration for a Kid’s Dream

A Kid's Dream logoA Kid’s Dream Hair Spa & Salon is celebrating its 1 year anniversary all day on Sunday, July 26!

In honor of the celebration, A Kid’s Dream will have a $26 special promotion all day — on hair cuts, wash and blow outs and/or basic styling and mani, pedi and facials. No walk-ins for the promotion, so please call now for a reservation.

Also — A Kid’s DJ will be spinning tunes from 12noon to 4pm. Free ice cream for all customers and well-wishers who stop in!

A Kid’s Dream Hair Spa & Salon is located at 549 Myrtle Avenue between Steuben and Emerson. They can be reached at (800) 927-1373.

Senior Specials on Myrtle Avenue

Senior Specials on Myrtle Avenue

We at Myrtle Ave care about the seniors of our community and have been working to partner with the mom and pops of Myrtle Ave. to capture more discounts and senior specials. For a printable version of Senior Specials on Myrtle Ave, click here Senior Guide 2020.

SOCIAL SERVICES

BROOKLYN FAMILY JUSTICE CENTER
350 Jay St, 15th Floor (718) 250-5113
Domestic violence-related case management, social services, legal counseling, housing, elder abuse & more.

FORT GREENE SNAP
324 Myrtle, at Washington Park (718) 694-6957
Grandparents support, computer classes, advocacy & more.

HEIGHTS & HILLS
57 Willoughby St, (718) 596-8789
Case management, caregiver support & more.

SENIOR SUPPORT PROGRAM
At the Ingersoll Community Center, 177 Myrtle, at Prince. (212) 602-4304
Legal assistance, grandparent support & more

THEATER

BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF MUSIC
30 Lafayette & Ashland (718) 636-4122
FREE 10AM movie on the 3rd Friday of each month to Ages 65+, with free popcorn & soda. Free transportation available to select NYCHA houses. Reservations required.

SENIOR CENTERS

WILLOUGHBY SENIOR CENTER
105 North Portland (718) 875-1011
FREE exercise & computer classes, meals, activities, & more

LOCAL RESOURCES

PHARM TO FARM
Through the NYC Pharmacy to Farm Prescriptions program, when a SNAP participant fills an RX for high blood pressure medication at a participating pharmacy, they can get a “prescription” for $30 worth of produce from a nearby farmers’ market. Visit these participating pharmacies to fill your prescription:

  • MYRTLE DRUG CARE CORP
    355 Myrtle, at Adelphi (718) 855-2292
  • WHITMAN PHARMACY
    329A Myrtle, at Washington Park (718) 938-0816

SILVER SNEAKERS
SilverSneakers is a fitness program that falls under many Medicare Advantage plans, for seniors of ALL abilities. Membership includes free access to 16,000 participating gyms and fitness centers in the network. This program is available at:

SOUTHBRIDGE FITNESS
322 Myrtle, at Washington Park (646) 232-4545

*10% daily discount

BAKERIES & CAFES

*BROOKLYN SWEET SPOT
366 Myrtle, at Adelphi (347) 916-0494
Senior delivery service available on  Monday & Tuesday before 12pm. Minimum order applies.

*CALYER

519 Myrtle, at Grand (718) 576-3086

DUNKIN’ DONUTS
513 Myrtle, at Grand (718) 230-0099
Senior discount for AARP members.

*TB COFFEE HOUSE
578 Myrtle, at Classon (917) 397-2719

BANKING

BANK OF AMERICA
449 Myrtle, at Waverly (718) 852-1548
Advantage for Seniors custom checking

CHASE BANK
402 Myrtle, at Vanderbilt (718)237-2351
Sign up bonus for Social Security direct deposit

CITIBANK
430 Myrtle, at Clinton (347) 756-4622
Senior Citizens accounts available

TD BANK
490 Myrtle, at Hall (718) 622-3501
TD 60 Plus Checking available

EYEWEAR & EYE EXAMS

DC OPTICS
390 Myrtle, at Vanderbilt (347)504-1121
Seniors 65+, $80 eye exam (reg $149), $80 Single vision/bifocal lens selection

*OPTICAL GALLERY
446 Myrtle, at Waverly (718) 246-2020

FITNESS & EXERCISE

*MOVE WITH GRACE YOGA, PILATES & ORGANIC JUICE BAR
431 Myrtle, at Clinton (718) 230-0013

*SACRED BROOKLYN
334 Myrtle, at Carlton (718) 855-2973
Free community classes on Saturdays.

SOUTHBRIDGE FITNESS CENTER
322 Myrtle, at Washington Park (646) 232-4545
Senior classes thru “Silver Sneakers Medicare program.”

GROCERY STORES & FOOD

*BRAVO SUPERMARKET
331 Myrtle, at Carlton (718) 855-3715

*FARMER IN THE DELI
357 Myrtle, at AdelphI (718) 875-9067

KEY FOOD SUPERMARKET
492 Myrtle, at Ryerson (718) 857-5579
10% discount every Wednesday for Seniors. Must spend $75 for free local delivery

SALONS & BARBER SHOPS

MEGA NAILS & SPA
383 Myrtle, at Clermont (718) 596-1383
MTW Senior Specials for waxing, and manicure & pedicure packages.

*SALON RHED
374 Myrtle, at Clermont (718) 625-7433

MOBILE PHONES

Senior discounts available, inquire within:

AT&T
491 Myrtle, at Hall (718) 210-0211

T-MOBILE
436 Myrtle, at Waverly (718) 230-4748

PHARMACIES & HEALTH

CVS
218 Myrtle, at Ashland (718) 596-2460
15% discount.

HEALTH POINT DRUGS
392 Myrtle, at Vanderbilt (718)855-5958
10% discount for OTC products.

*MYRTLE DRUG CARE CORP
355 Myrtle, at Adelphi St (718)855-2292

*MYRTLE PHARMACY
446A Myrtle, at Waverly (718) 237-4444

WALGREENS
379 Myrtle, at Clermont (718) 403-9112
20% discount on the first Tuesday of the month & 15% discount every Friday.
Does not apply to sale items.

*WHITMAN PHARMACY
329A Myrtle, at Washington Park (718) 938-0816

RESTAURANTS

THE CRABBY SHACK
154 Clinton Av, at Myrtle (718) 596-6555
10% discount Monday thru Friday.

*DAMAS FALAFEL HOUSE
407 Myrtle, at Vanderbilt (718)852-6677

*THE HALAL SPOT
474 Myrtle, at Hall (718) 230-4900

*KINARA INDIAN
368 Myrtle, at Adelphi (718) 237-4008

*VILLA PANCHO
472 Myrtle, at Washington Av (718) 623-9016

SHOPPING

*VOODO FE ART SHOP
572 Myrtle, at Emerson (631) 943-2370

Gift Ideas for Father’s Day

Father’s Day is a few weeks away and you will need an awesome gift! Think about doing a good deed and buying local for dad. Below are a few ideas for the family man.

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Grab an assortment of delicious beer from Peck’s. Peck’s offers 64 oz. growlers for $23 or you can fill your own growler ($18) with the rotating selection of Saigons, Belgium Witbier, IPA’s, Pilsners and Porters. The shop also carries 40 different options of local and imported beer.
Peck’s, 455A Myrtle Avenue between Waverly & Washington Avenues

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Green in BKLYN carries a wonderful collection of artsy cards.  Eco-friendly ones include letterpress, photos, original artwork & more. C
ards are either made locally and/or printed on recycled, tree-free or sustainable, archival, acid free, recyclable, or biodegradable paper. 
Green in BKLYN, Myrtle Avenue between Clinton & Waverly Avenues

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Instead of languishing in a landfill, the bicycle inner tube that makes up this wallet can have a second chance at life…in your back pocket. The not so average money holder is made in the USA from reclaimed inner tubes, is accompanied with a lifetime warranty, and sells for $36.
Green in BKLYN, Myrtle Avenue between Clinton & Waverly Avenues

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dc optics will be offering 20% off ALL sunglasses during Father’s Day weekend. Pick up a set of stylish eyewear from quality brands like Modo, Randolph, and Brooklyn Spectacles.
dc optics, 390 Myrtle Avenue between Clermont & Vanderbilt Avenues

Jacques Elliot on Myrtle Avenue in Leisure Life

Leisure Life NYC: what better place to pick up a dad’s day gift than at a self-described “haberdashery men’s club.”  Stop in for a full range of Father’s Day gifts including bow ties, artwork, sneakers, baseball caps, sweat suits, and varsity jackets. Swing by June 14 – Father’s Day to check out the Jacques Elliot Pop Up shop featuring handmade ties made in Brooklyn.
Leisure Life NYC, 559 Myrtle Avenue between Emerson & Classon

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Grab a great red wine to go with his favorite steak! These quality reds are from Tipsy. Other wine boutiques include Corkscrew Brooklyn and Gnarly Vines,
Corkscrew Brooklyn, 489 Myrtle Avenue between Hall Street & Ryerson
Gnarly Vines, 350 Myrtle Avenue between Carlton & Adelphi

 Mind & Body Treatments

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Brownstone Spa declares that dads definitely need a little pampering too. And what better way than some massage table time. Can we say: 90 minute full body massage for $75, oh yes!
Brownstone Spa, 473 Myrtle Avenue between Washington Avenue & Hall
(718) 398-1968

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Miracle’s Barber Shop is offering buy one, get one free. Two or more men customers stopping in for cuts. One pays, the other free – automatic half off. Offer is good from 9am to 3pm any day this week leading up and including Father’s Day.
Miracle’s Barber Shop, 470 Myrtle Avenue between Washington Avenue & Hall

Father’s Day Events

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At Brooklyn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, dads and their kids are allowed to join the junior class (kids up to pre-teens) on Friday, June 19th. A fun way to celebrate Father’s Day. No prior experience necessary.
Brooklyn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 412 Myrtle Avenue between Clinton & Vanderbilt

Sweets, Salon & Spa Services for Mom

If you want to pamper mom, there are lots of sweet deals on Myrtle Avenue, from massages to new hair styles to custom cakes, oh yes.

SALON SERVICES

  • Polish Bar of Brooklyn, 475 Myrtle, (718) 622-5363 Special Mom’s Day services from 12pm to 4pm.  Call to book an appointment.
  • Just Because Salon141 Carlton just north of Myrtle, (718) 722-7810 Now open on Sundays: special mom’s Day packages throughout the day: enjoy mini facial, 30 minute make up lesson, exfoliating scalp massage with shampoo style and conditioner. Plus add on extra services (eyelashes $10; 5 foil highlights $20). One hour massage $78.
  • brownstone spaBrownstone Spa, 473 Myrtle Avenue, (718) 398-1968  90-minute full body massage: $75

DESSERTS

  • Brooklyn Sweet Spot Brooklyn Sweet Spot 366 Myrtle, (718) 522-2577  Gourmet-sized cupcakes and custom cakes for mom.

Pic of the Week: Jill Lindsey’s Mother’s Day Cards

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Mother’s Day is less than two weeks away!  You may want to start to look for that perfect card now. Letterpress Mother’s Day are available NOW at Jill Lindsey from $4.50- $6.00. While you are in there, check out the handmade leather sandals and the calendar of artsy events. Mom may want to take a printmaking class or learn how to make a Kokedama, a hanging Japanese planter for the home.

Jill Lindsey, 370 Myrtle Avenue between Adelphi & Clermont
(347) 987-4538

Mother’s Day Gift Guide

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Happy Mother’s Day! Don’t miss out on all of the wonderful Mommy’s Day specials on Myrtle Avenue. Whether you are buying for mommy, mommy-to-be, treating yourself, wanting to give a big thank you to a loved one for being just like a mom, you might want to stop into one of these local jaunts. Bet you will be glad you did.

FLOWERS
Flowers have long been associated with motherhood.  Blooming plants and bouquets of orchids, lilies, roses, tulips and more are available at Bella Rosa Flowers & Gift Shop.  Order by May 3rd to recieve 20% off of a dozen of premium long stemmed roses:  $48.
Bella Rosa Flowers & Gift Shop, 566 Myrtle Avenue, (347) 763-6006

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Find gift certificates for deep clarifying facials, letter press cards, soaps, or memorable jewelry like the yellow gold Tarin Thomas Blair Ring with a setting of black diamonds at Mini Department Store, Jill Lindsey. Also available for moms is the Maison Marie Louise Perfume that comes in 5 beautiful perfume oil scents that range from floral and fruity to musky and warm perfect for travel.
Jill Lindsey, 370 Myrtle Avenue, (347) 987-4538

Mother's Day Green in Bk (620)Find everything from chocolate covered pretzels, buttercrunch & truffles (Roni-Sue) to locally made chocolate (Raaka Virgin Chocolate, Li-Lac Chocolate & Mister Sister Fudge) at Fort Greene’s very own earth-friendly Green in Bklyn. Mothers will smile with any card from the selection, the assortment is clever, artsy and eco-friendly. The suede and leather selection of Baggu hangbags is simple yet high quality for the busy working mom or the mellow mother to be.
Green in BKLYN, 432 Myrtle, (718) 855-4383.

21 Tara (620)21 Tara’s selection of South Asian jewelry is perfect for any mom, whether trendy or sophisticated. The store also has a stunning array of homestyle items like the ornate Kantha blanket and throws, perfect for the Spring day at the park or to decorate a room. Rare dresses and scarves also sell for for a fraction of the cost.
21 Tara 388 Myrtle, (347) 916-0045

barking brown_spring fashions_2015 (620)If you are looking for items for the fashion-focused mom, Barking Brown has a wonderful variety of clothing and accessory items, from dresses to scarves, socks and much more.
Barking Brown 468 Myrtle, (718) 638-3757

Sandbox Pack & Ship for All Your Postal Needs

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Sandbox Pack & Ship is a full service packaging and shipping center specializing in individual and small business needs. They are an one stop courier, shipping, packing and freight insurance superstore all under one roof. Have you stopped in recently?  You should!

And with a number of age-friendly initiatives, including a senior line and special senior help during each day’s rush, they are great for the entire neighborhood.

Sandbox offers a wide range of land, sea or air options for worldwide shipping, including USPS, UPS, FedEx and DHL, with a focus on offering the fastest and most affordable options.

Sandbox also offers mailbox rentals, computer/internet café services, printing and faxing services and packing and shipping supplies.

Sandbox Pack & Ship
 is located at 417 Myrtle Avenue between Clinton and Vanderbilt Avenues.
(718) 928-5538

Palm Wine at Owa Afrikan Market

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Chef, author and traveler, Anthony Bourdain and superstar chef and entrepreneur, Marcus Samuelsson have surely talked about the delicious drink, palm wine, in their books and on their television programs. Palm wine, an alcoholic beverage created from the fermented sap of various species of palm tree, is said to especially be a good accompaniment to very well seasoned dishes and pungent cheeses and sweet desserts. It’s reminiscent of white wine with a more earthy finish.

Palm wine is popular in Africa and South Asia and, you can find it on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn too.

Owa African Market, which is at once an African art, craft and textile store and small grocery import store, has palm wine available for sale. Stop in and pick up a bottle (or two) for dinner tonight.

Owa Afrikan Market is located at 434 Myrtle Avenue between Clinton and Waverly Avenues, and can be reached by phone at (718) 643-8487.

Pic of the Week: NYC Pet

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Pet Lovers! Looking for a gift for the furry family friend? With leashes, collars, food, chew toys, clothing and more, NYCPet.com is bound to have just what you are looking for. Visit the Myrtle Avenue location, or order on line.

NYCPet.com is located at 464 Myrtle Avenue between Washington Avenue and Hall Street. Please contact them by phone at (718) 636-3848.

Myrtle + Gold is Open for Business

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Myrtle + Gold, the long-awaited answer to the return of business life at 343 Gold Street, Fort Greene, is now open for business. The 65-seat restaurant, formerly occupied by Palmer’s restaurant, is beautifully designed, with fresh and delicious eats, full bar and sidewalk café for outdoor dining to thoroughly enjoy once the weather has sufficiently warmed up. The restaurant showcases American fare with a thoughtful selection of craft beer, wines and cocktails.

The former head chef of Boulton and Watt of the Lower East Side, Chef Ray Ruiz, helms the kitchen. Some menu highlights include fritattas (pictured below) grilled Berkshire pork chop with mustard greens, crispy brick chicken with fingerling potatoes, and the M+G Burger, which features two Creekstone Farms beef patties, M+G special sauce and American cheese.  As Myrtle + Gold owners include both Paul Cacici and Eric Horowitz from The Double Windsor, expect to see the wildly popular signature dish from the Windsor, sriracha honey chicken wings, on the menu. Restaurateurs Theo Maniatis and Lloyd Sherman also serve as owners in this joint venture.

 

Myrtle + Gold serves dinner daily from 4pm to 12am. Breakfast is served weekdays 7a to 11, followed by lunch on weekdays from 11am to 4pm. Brunch is offered weekends, beginning at 11am. Reservations are not required and take out service is available.

Myrtle + Gold is located at 343 Gold Street, corner of Myrtle Avenue.

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Myrtle Avenue Is for Lovers & Friends Too!

 

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Oooh la la, Myrtle is indeed for lovers. There are so many wonderful LOCAL places to choose from, to shop, dine, pamper, enjoy live music and more this Valentine’s Day. A few love-inspired activities on the Avenue this year, whether you choose to spend the big day as a couple, solo or with friends or whatever, enjoy.

FLOWERS

  • Bella Rosa Flowers & Gift Shop, 566 Myrtle, (347) 763-6006   Flower bouquets of every beautiful variety, including 20% off premium long stemmed roses:  $48.  Must order by 2/12 for sale price.

CARDS & CHOCOLATES

  • Green in BKLYN, 432 Myrtle, (718) 855-4383. Also stop in for LOVE QUOTES, come out and share or read sage love quotes on the in-story recycled chalkboards or on the web.

SWEETS

  • Brooklyn Sweet Spot (718) 522-2577  Champagne truffles, Chocolate covered strawberries, Gourmet-sized cupcakes, Heart shaped brownies, Chocolate dipped pretzels and more.  Valentine’s Day baskets available.

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OH, TO BE PAMPERED

  • Joseph Tyler Salon, 456 Myrtle, (718) 802-9900 Special V-Day gift cards available for your sweet to use on a variety of products and services at the salon, from hair color to cuts.
  • Polish Bar of Brooklyn, 470 Myrtle, (718) 622-5363 Valentine’s Day Nail Art from 12pm to 4pm.  Call to book an appointment:  Nail Art  2 fingers: $8; 4 fingers: $12; 6 or more fingers: $27; Gel Art   2 fingers: $12; 4 fingers: $18; 6 or more fingers: $37.

LET’S TOAST TO THAT

  • Corkscrew Wines Brooklyn, 489 Myrtle, (718) 230-WINE (9463):  pick of pair of romantic reds to celebrate with your main squeeze for only $35.  Plus choose from wide variety of other selections
  • Gnarly Vines, 350 Myrtle, (718) 797-3183  Wide selections, including champagnes, reds, imaro, pisco, cognac, maraschino and more.
  • Tipsy, 584 Myrtle, (347) 599-1672.  Splurge on a treat. Whether you’ve got a honey or hanging with friends on Saturday or at a later time, here are two bottles of bubbly that will make it extra special:

Veuve Clicquot (this week $45, regularly $55) We all know that orange-labeled bottle: it impresses, it makes a statement and it tastes damn delicious.

Moet & Chandon Nectar Imperial (this week $50, regularly $60)

FOOD FOR THE SWEET

  • Lola BKLYN, 387 Myrtle, (718) 858-1484   2-for-1 mimosas and Special 3-course pre-fixe dinner:  Beet Goat Napoleon, champagne cocktail, lobster salad (avocado, blood orange, citrus dressing), corvina ceviche (canchita corn, leche de tigre shot), crispy tomato (mozzarella and melon honey balls), butternut squash risotto with shrimp (roasted butternut squash, balsamic reduction), filet mignon (spinach ricotta cake, mushroom red wine reduction) wrapped in bacon, pan seared red snapper (sage parsnip mousse, glazed baby carrot, barigoule sauce), dessert duo.
  • Peck’s, 455A Myrtle, (347) 689-4969 Satisfy your foodie Valentine with a gift basket full of local food goodies at Peck’s, including heart shaped brownies and solid chocolate bears.
  • Lulu & Po, 154 Carlton, (917) 435-3745. TBA
  • Peck’s, 455A Myrtle, (347) 689-4969 Satisfy your foodie Valentine with a gift basket full of local food goodies at Peck’s, including heart shaped brownies.
  • Putnam’s Pub, 419 Myrtle, (347) 799-2382.  Valentine’s Day Menu TBA
  • Soco, 509 Myrtle (718) 783-1936.  Valentine’s Day.  Chef Dinner Special Appetizers & Entrees  Unlimited Champagne Dinner  $25 Per person (1Hr. Per Person)  Early Bird Seating  12PM – 2PM – 4 PM  Dinner Seating  6PM – 8PM – 10PM – 12PM  Reserve Now  718.783.1936
  • The Runner, 458 Myrtle, (718) 643-6500  Valentine’s Day Prix Fixe features 3 courses for $75 per person, 5 pm – 12 am. Complimentary champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries on arrival  Starters (choice of): Butternut Squash Soup, maple, brown butter; The Runner Chopped Salad kale, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, pistachios; She Crab Bisque; Entrees (choice of): Portobello and Black Truffle Ravioli; ricotta w/sherry mushroom ragout; Lamb Chops
  • Splitty, 415 Myrtle, (718) 643-BUNS (2868)  Live music:  Raye Six ‘Love Potion #9′ Valentine’s Night.  Sat., Feb. 14th — DJ Hi Maintenance / DJ Devanity / Raye 6 ‘I Like’ Video Premiere & Performance Giveaways

Bow ties at Leisure Life

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Leisure Life has a wide assortment of clothing and accessories available, including currently, a sale on bow ties.

Leisure Life specializes in quality lifestyle products, from men’s clothing, leather goods, accessories and art.  Many of the store’s fashion and art collection are designed by the store owner.  The store is a haberdashery men’s club that is inspired in large degree by the owner’s love of vintage fashion and sports memorabilia.

Stop in for yourself, to pick up a gift for a loved one or to just hang out and enjoy–  the design, artwork, customer service and backyard are simply lovely!  The business hosts regular arts and culture events.

Leisure Life is located at 559 Myrtle Avenue between Emerson Place and Classon Avenue.  Stop in or contact the shop at:  (347) 725-3167.

New Year’s Resolutions

yoga pic_move with graceNew Year’s Resolutions, anyone?  Myrtle Avenue offers a plethora of ways to help you stay on track, from the new ‘do (Myrtle Avenue Beauty Salons), to the fresh new cut (Myrtle Avenue Barber Shops), to stepping up your style game (Myrtle Avenue Nail Salons).  We’ve also got you covered from fitness, lean bites, smoothies, DIY & home improvement projects.

Fitness
Brooklyn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, (718)403-0067
412 Myrtle Avenue btw Clinton & Vanderbilt

Move w/Grace Yoga, Dance, Fitness Studio & Juice Bar, (718) 230-0013
469 Myrtle Avenue btw Washington & Hall

Urban Cycles, (347) 788-0478
478 Myrtle Avenue btw Washington & Hall

Red Lantern Bicycles & Café, (347)889-5338
345 Myrtle Avenue btw Carlton & Adelphi

CKO Kickboxing, (347)770-2256 (2CKO)
45 Waverly Avenue btw Park & Flushing


Lean Bites & Smoothies
Energy Fuel, (347)889-5990/1
386 Myrtle Avenue btw Vanderbilt & Clinton

Karrot, (718)522-9753
431 Myrtle Avenue btw Clinton & Waverly

Move w/Grace Yoga, Dance, Fitness Studio & Juice Bar, (718)230-0013
469 Myrtle Avenue btw Washington & Hall

Day ‘N Night Deli, (718)230-4516
480 Myrtle Avenue btw Washington & Hall


DIY/Finally Get That Project Done
Clinton Hill Hardware, (718)237-7827
452 Myrtle Avenue btw Waverly & Washington

Clinton Hill Simply Art & Framing Gallery, (718)857-0074
583 Myrtle Avenue btw Classon & Taafe

Blick Art Supplies, (718)789-0308
534 Myrtle Avenue btw Grand & Steuben