Category Archives: Shopping

Gift Certicates suit a wide variety of personalities, make the perfect gift

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Finding the perfect gift for someone isn’t always easy. Many Myrtle Avenue businesses have gift certificates available to their stores which represent an incredible selection of products and services, including restaurants, beauty salons, gift and clothing stores, nail services and more, a gift card is a perfect present.

For the foodies, fashionistas, techies, pet-lovers, shoe-lovers, bikers on your list–Myrtle’s got you covered.  Consider picking up a gift card or certificate today.

Visit your favorite Myrtle Avenue store to pick yours up today.

Holiday Nails on Myrtle Avenue, oh yes

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cover and inside photos: Polish Bar of Brooklyn

Whether for a party, a small gathering of friends, a date or part of your weekly or bi-weekly ritual, Myrtle Avenue is where it’s at for beauty.  Please walk-in or call for an appointment:

Jenny’s Nails, 154A Vanderbilt Avenue between Myrtle & Willoughby, (646) 591-3136

Mega Nails, 383 Myrtle Avenue between Clermont & Vanderbilt, (718) 596-1383

Nails By Tina, 479 Myrtle Avenue between Washington Avenue & Hall, (718) 636-1212

Polish Bar of Brooklyn, 475 Myrtle Avenue between Washington Avenue & Hall, (718) 622-5363

Polish Nails, 361 Myrtle Avenue between Adelphi & Clermont, (718) 596-6328

Shic By Soketah, 564 Myrtle Avenue between Emerson & Classon, (718) 875-6845/6

 

Styling and Profiling on Myrtle Avenue for the holidays and beyond

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(cover and inside photo: Just Because Salon at 141 Carlton Avenue)

“I think that the most important thing a woman can have- next to talent, of course- is her hairdresser.” (Joan Crawford)

“A woman who cuts her hair is about to change her life.”  (Coco Chanel)

“Your hair is winter fire,
January embers.
My heart burns there, too. (Stephen King, IT)

Forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair.  (Kahlil Gibran)

Hair style is the final tip-off whether or not a woman really knows herself.  (Hubert de Givenchy, Vogue, July 1985)

Oh, so many odes to hair.  And whether it’s regular hair maintenance, wanting to try something new with it, an upcoming holiday party or a consultation because you’re thinking of a big or small change for the new year — do not hesitate to visit the hair salons on Myrtle Avenue.  Straight hair, curly hair, long hair, short hair, dry hair, normal hair, brown hair, blonde hair, purple hair…hey, they’ve got you covered.

A Kid’s Dream

549 Myrtle

between Steuben & Emerson

(800) 927-1373

Gloria’s Salon

352 Myrtle

between Carlton & Adelphi

(718) 403-0000

Burzh-wa

507 Myrtle

between Ryerson & Grand

(718) 237-2815

Joseph Tyler Salon

456 Myrtle

between Waverly & Washington Avenues

(718) 802-9200

Julie’s Beauty Nook

158 Hall Street

between Myrtle & Willoughby Avenues

(312) 912-8410

Just Because

141 Carlton Avenue

between Myrtle & Park

(718) 722-7810

Shic By Soketah

564 Myrtle

between Emerson & Classon

(718) 875-6845/6

Soketah

563 Myrtle

between Emerson & Classon

(718) 875-6845

The Owl & the Pussycat

154 Vanderbilt Avenue

between Myrtle & Willoughby

(718) 522-5697

Plush Outerwear at Barking Brown

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Brrr, baby it’s COLD outside.  Stop in at Barking Brown for warm women’s and men’s outwear, such as hats, scarves, gloves and socks.  It’s pretty much guaranteed that they will have something to keep you warm, dry, comfortable and stylish for even the coldest days.

Barking Brown is located at 468 Myrtle Avenue between Washington Avenue & Hall Street.  Please call (718) 638-3757 for more details.

Barber Shops for the Holidays & Beyond

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If you are looking to be as sharp as you want to be this holiday season — while attending holiday functions, opening up gifts, out on a date, out and about shopping locally–definitely stop in at one of the barber shops on Myrtle Avenue.  You are guaranteed good customer service, great conversation and quick and expert service, and of course, a good fresh cut.

Many of the barbers on Myrtle have been in the business a long time, having had great opportunity to really perfect their craft, including Mr. Jefferson, pictured above, long time barber at Doo’s Barber Shop who has been in the barbering biz since 1967.  “We’re like a fine wine which gets even better with time,” shared one Myrtle Avenue barber.

A regular haircut runs from about $10.  Shave plus haircut, designs and more will run you more.

For holiday and everyday freshness–stop in!

Doo’s Barber Shop

435 Myrtle Avenue between Clinton & Waverly
(718) 624-8769

Miracle’s Barber Shop

473A Myrtle Avenue between Washington Avenue & Hall
(347) 406-2911

Myrtle His & Hers Barber Shop

349 Myrtle Avenue between Carlton & Adelphi
(718) 637-3955

Ray’s Barber Shop

331 Myrtle Avenue between Washington Park & Carlton
(718) 834-0225

Holiday Cards at Green in BKLYN

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Green in BKLYN carries a full line of holiday cards, from the serious to the whimsical, you are guaranteed to find one that says ‘happy holidays’ in just the right way.

Stop in for a holiday card, as well as to check out the hundreds of other wonderful gift and household items, including many Brooklyn-centric items, including books, wine totes, toys, purses, quilts, Soda Streams, solar backpacks, key chains, chocolates and more.

Green in BKLYN is located at 432 Myrtle Avenue between Waverly & Clinton Avenues.  The store can be reached at (718) 855-4383.

Something For Everyone at 21 Tara

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21 Tara offers a wide range of beautiful gifts and clothing.  Gifts vary in price, offering gifts for every budget.  Small woven coin purses, for example, start at just $5, cotton glove pairs start at just $8, minerals, such as palm-sized amethyst and quartz stones run for just under $10 and small wooden jewelry boxes start at the $8 to $10 range.  Colorful Himalayan wool blankets are now on sale for $40.

Dresses, blankets, scarves, hats, rings and bracelets with semi-precious stones, shoulder bags, wallets and decorative masks are just a few of the wonderful items available at 21 Tara.

21 Tara is located at 388 Myrtle Avenue between Clermont & Adelphi.  They can reached at (347) 916-0045.

2015 Myrtle Avenue Shopping & Dining Guide Released

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The printed 2015 Myrtle Avenue Shopping & Dining Guide hit stores today.  Please pick up your copy at any Myrtle Avenue business, or on Small Business Saturday, 11/29 at Citibank’s ‘Shop Small’ table.  The handy guide is just in time to help navigate stores during the busy holiday gift buying season.

The new 12-page guide features listings of over 160 primarily small businesses located along Myrtle Avenue, along with their addresses and cross streets and phone numbers.

The front cover of this year’s guide features photos from the interior of many Myrtle Avenue businesses, a glimpse of the wonderful products and services contained within.

A rendering of the upcoming Myrtle Avenue Pedestrian Plaza is on the back cover, the upcoming 25,000sf new public space which is expected to be completed in late 2015.  Along with the rendering is a map of the Plaza area, which of course includes businesses in the area which which are open for business, all throughout the Plaza construction.

The business listings in the 2015 guide represent the rich and wide diversity of enterprises along the Avenue, from much loved old and new cafes and restaurants; to the local hardware store; to the popular dance and yoga studio as well as jiu jitsu studio; to beauty salons and barbers, to bike shops and clothing stores.

The guide also includes a 2-paneled ‘Meet the Merchants’ section featuring a representative few of the small business owners that make our Myrtle Avenue district special and unique, a 2-paneled map, complete with arrows to local subway and bus lines and Citibike stations and a list of local jaunts and destinations, including Fort Greene Park and the Prison Ship Martyrs Monument, the former homes of author Richard Wright  and poet and editor Walt Whitman.

Pick up a copy of the 2015 Myrtle Avenue Shopping & Dining Guide starting TODAY. In addition to Myrtle Avenue stores, guides will also be available to pick-up at the Brooklyn Tourism Center, BLDG 92, BAM and Fort  Greene SNAP.

Holiday Sale at Barking Brown

Barking Brown Holiday Sign (3)_sized for blogOn these oh so cold days, Barking Brown has a holiday special that will help keep us warm and toasty.  Buy 1 scarf, and get a 2nd scarf of a pair of gloves for 30% off.

Barking Brown has a wide array of wonderful clothing and accessory items for more formal to more casual occasions.

Barking Brown is located at 468 Myrtle Avenue between Washington Avenue and Hall Street and can be reached at (718) 638-3757.

Holiday Gift Guide

Clockwise from top left: Kenyan soapstone bowls at Owa Afrikan Market; roasted coffee at Brewklyn Grind; NYC-made chocolates at Green in BKLYN; glove and scarf sets at Barking Brown; Himalayan wool blankets at 21 Tara; in-house label duffle bag at Leisure Life NYC; and minimalist iPhone & iPod speakers at Jill Lindsey.

Clockwise from top left: Kenyan soapstone bowls at Owa Afrikan Market; roasted coffee at Brewklyn Grind; NYC-made chocolates at Green in BKLYN; glove and scarf sets at Barking Brown; Himalayan wool blankets at 21 Tara; in-house label duffle bag at Leisure Life NYC; and minimalist iPhone & iPod speakers at Jill Lindsey.

We’ve scoured Myrtle Avenue’s shops in Fort Greene and Clinton Hill to find the top holiday gift finds for 2014.  We’ve compiled a list of great new products, special promotions and local holiday events in our annual holiday gift guide.  Whether you’re in need of winter accessories (30% off at Barking Brown), a new bag for the man in your life (30% off at Leisure Life), or perhaps a cool new speaker for a tech friend (under $100 at Jill Lindsey), the shops on Myrtle Avenue can help you find the perfect guide.

Holiday Gift Guide
The gift guide highlights eight different local gift ideas, but there of course are hundreds of more other great finds in Myrtle Avenue’s shops.  You can visit the district’s online shopping guide to find other stores.  And many of the local restaurants and hair salons or barber shops also sell gift certificates as well!

Take a look at daily local gifts posted HERE.

 

 

Small Business Saturday on Myrtle Avenue

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Local resident Renee Robinson will be set-up in CitiBank on Myrtle Avenue, at Clinton, with Small Business Saturday gift guides and free goodies on Saturday, Nov 29.

UPDATE: On Small Business Saturday, Nov 29th, you can stop by CitiBank on Myrtle Avenue to find local resident and small business supporter Renee Robinson.  Renee will be handing free Shop Small goodies, like tote bags, and local gift guides.

We’ve begun to prepare for this year’s Small Business Saturday, the annual event held on the Saturday after Thanksgiving each year as a way to promote shopping at your small, locally owned businesses during the holiday season.  Myrtle Avenue shops and restaurants will be offering up specials and hosting events on that Saturday, November 29th.  Stay tuned throughout the month to hear about their special offerings!

In the meantime, while you are making your gift buying list, be sure to visit the Myrtle Avenue shopping guide to help you find where you can buy the perfect gift right here in the neighborhood!

Myrtle Avenue businesses will be hosting special deals and events on Small Business Saturday, November 29th.

Myrtle Avenue businesses will be hosting special deals and events on Small Business Saturday, November 29th.

Broken Glass Thursdays at Clinton Hill Art & Framing Gallery

Photo: Clinton Hill Simply Art Framing

Photo: Clinton Hill Simply Art Framing

Every Thursday you can get an instant 50% off any picture frame glass replacement at Clinton Hill Simply Art & Framing Gallery.   This means that you can replace or upgrade any picture frame glass, including UV, reflection control, museum glass or acrylic or glazing at 50% off.

Clinton Hill Simply Art & Framing Gallery is located at 583 Myrtle Avenue between Classon and Taaffe.  Please call (718) 857-0074 for more details.

Cool Like That: Leisure Life Voted One of Brooklyn’s Coolest

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The business and technology news website stated that they “scoured 71 square miles, as far north as Greenpoint and deep as Bay Ridge, to find the shops, restaurants, bars, and startups” to seek out.  The article focused on businesses that opened within the last 5 years.

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.

Father’s Gift of the Day

Our featured father’s gift of the day is the Neck’s Tuesday handmade vintage bow ties selling now at Leisure Life NYC.  They are  contrasting fabric hand selected and paired specifically to create distinct color contrasts and patterns. Neck’s Tuesday’s ties sell for $125. Leisure Life NYC also carries canvas and calfskin leather bags for men, accessories and more.

Shop local this Father’s Day and help support our homegrown and locally owned businesses on Myrtle Avenue.

Leisure Life NYC is located at 432 Myrtle Avenue between Emerson & Classon Avenues.

Father’s Gift of the Day

Green in Bklyn is offering a wide selection of letterpress cards for Father’s Day. This letterpress card is made locally and sells for $5.95.

Shop local this Father’s Day and help support our homegrown and locally owned businesses on Myrtle Avenue.

Green in Bklyn is located at 432 Myrtle Avenue between Clinton & Waverly Avenues.

Father’s Gift of the Day

Today we are featuring this gift option for dad’s who want to be active and disciplined. Brooklyn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is offering a great introductory special for $19.95 that includes a private lesson with just you and the instructor and a complementary uniform. Call for more details (718) 403-0067.

Shop local this Father’s Day and help support our homegrown and locally owned businesses on Myrtle Avenue.

Brooklyn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is located at 412 Myrtle Avenue between Clinton & Vanderbilt Avenue.

Celebrating Valentine’s Day on Myrtle Avenue, Local Lovin’

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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 any myriad of ways:

SAY IT WITH FLOWERS

  • Bella Rosa Flowers & Gift Shop, 566 Myrtle, (347) 763-6006   Flower bouquets of every beautiful variety.  Stop in. 

SAY It WITH GIFTS, CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES

  • 21 Tara, 388 Myrtle, (718) 237-0737
  • Barking Brown, 468 Myrtle, (718) 638-3757 
  • Leisure Life NYC, 559 Myrtle, (347) 725-3167
  • Owa’s Afrikan Market, 434 Myrtle, (718) 643-8487
  • Shalena Jewelry, 384 Myrtle
  • Clinton Hill Simply Art & Framing Gallery, 583 Myrtle, (718) 857-0074     February is Couples Appreciation Month: any couple entering shop will receive $20 off any purchase (excluding books) and complimentary tote bag while supplies last.
  • Green in BKLYN, 432 Myrtle, (718) 855-4383 LOVE QUOTES  Come out and share or read sage love quotes on the in-store on recycled chalkboards or on the web 

OH, TO BE PAMPERED

  • Burzh-wa Salon, 507 Myrtle, (718) 237-2815 
  • 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.
  • Just Because Salon, 141 Carlton, (718) 722-7810 
  • Owl & the Pussycat 154 Vanderbilt, (718) 522-5697
  • Polish Bar of Brooklyn, 470 Myrtle, (718) 622-5363 Babeland Bash on Friday, 2/14.  Hourly toy raffles, kinky spritzer, desserts, brown sugar upgrade for all manis.  Mac Young Rapunzel Lipstick, $15.  NYX Deep Violet Lip Liner, $13, Mac Mineralize Foundation, $34, L’Oreal Voluminous Million Lashes in Backest Black, $9.  Get the look revamped.  Book early! 
  • Shic  564 Myrtle (718) 875-6845
  • Shic by Soketah, 564 Myrtle, (718) 875-0845/6

SWEETS FOR THE SWEET

  • Brooklyn Sweet Spot* (718) 624-CAKE (2253) & Corkscrew Wines* (718) 230-WINE (9463    Valentine’s Basket featuring Champagne truffles, Chocolate covered strawberries, Gourmet-sized cupcakes, Heart shaped brownies, Chocolate dipped pretzels, Champagne flutes, Bottle of pink proseco 
  • Huey’s Chueys Café & Xotic Edibles, 378 Myrtle, (347) 985-0333   Gift baskets, and flower and fruit bouquet arrangements
  • Le Petit Bakery, 354 Myrtle, (718) 875-6500

FOOD FOR THE SWEET

  • Five Spot Soul Food, 459 Myrtle, (718) 852-0202.  Stop in for a very special Valentine’s Day titled, ‘Live at the Five Spot starring the Brazilionaires,’ performing samba / pop music. In addition, there will be a special samba performance by Diana Scott and Mike Hinchman. $12 admission.  Special 4-course dinner for members of the Contemporary Art Center.  Call the restaurant for details. 
  • Lola BKLYN, 387 Myrtle, (718) 858-1484    Three course menu $35 per person.  First Course (select one:  Oyster Chowder, Romaine Heart, Grilled and served warm with poached rock shrimp, parmesan, and a spicy vinaigrette, Bartlet Pear, stuffed with Gorgonzola and topped with proscuitto and pear balsamic.  Second Course (Select one: Tuna Steak crusted with black pepper and seared to order. Served with rice pilaf and a mixed pepper, saffron escabeche, Lamb Top Round, Oven roasted, and served with rosemary grits, brussel sprouts and a goat cheese white wine sauce, Roasted Pork Loin Glazed with an ancho chile barbecue sauce and served with warm potato salad, Vegetable Lasagna: Homemade lasagna layered with spinach, zucchini, mushrooms and eggplant.  Dessert   Chocolate Mousse and Key Lime Pie 
  • Lulu & Po*, 154 Carlton, (917) 435-3745. Only a $5.00 corkage fee on any bottle of wine that you purchase from Gnarly Vines when you have dinner at Lulu & Po between 6-8pm, Monday thru Wednesday. Don’t forget to bring your receipt! 
  • Maggie Brown, 455 Myrtle, (718) 643-7001   Call and make your Valentine’s Day reservations!
  • Peck’s*, 455A Myrtle, (347) 689-4969 Satisfy your foodie Valentine with a gift basket full of local food goodies at Peck’s      
  • Putnam’s Pub*, 419 Myrtle, (347) 799-2382.  Valentine’s Day Menu  Option—prix fixe  $50/person or $75 with wine pairing  –first course—  Duck Rillette w/blood orange jam and country bread Oysters on the ½ shell for two Creamy lobster bisque served w/garlic ribbed crouton  –second course—  Roasted baby back of lamb & merguez sausage w/fregola & caramelized winter vegetables homemade tagatelli w/Alaskan lobster & black truffle cumin dusted scallops w/pomegranate glaze & pomme frites potatoes –third course— Strawberry panacotta Homemade cream puffs w/salted caramel Option 2–$75 Dry aged axe handle ribeye for two w/bone marrow butter, truffled mash & creamed spinach    
  • 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
  • Splitty, 415 Myrtle, (718) 643-BUNS (2868)  Live music:  Raye Six ‘Love Potion #9’ Valentine’s Night.  Fri, Feb. 14th — DJ Hi Maintenance / DJ Devanity / Raye 6 ‘I Like’ Video Premiere & Performance Giveaways from: – Brooklyn Roasting Company @BklynRoasting   – Spotted Glam and more–with Brandi Mitchell, Niki Zoe Vickers and Devan Townsend

LET’S TOAST TO THAT

  • Corkscrew Brooklyn*, 489 Myrtle, (718) 230-WINE (9463):  offering a special sale on Thursday and Friday calling it : Local Love which 10% off all out local wines firm the finger Lakes: 

Hermann J Wiemer Late Harvest Riesling 2012 reg $28 sale $25.20

Hermann J Wiemer Dry Riesling 2012 reg $19 sale $17.10

Hermann J Wiemer Gewurztramminer 2012 reg $22 sale $19.80

Red Newt Cellars Merlot 2011 reg $29 sale $26.10

Fox Run Vineyards Cabernet Franc 2010 reg $18.75 sale $16.88

Red Tail Ridge Estate Riesling 2012 reg $17 sale $15.30

Red Tail Ridge Blaufrankisch 2010 reg $18.50 sale $16.65

Sheldrake Point Luckystone red blend 2011 reg $16.50 sale $14.85

Or drop in this week for cupcakes from Brooklyn Sweet Spot. Corkscrew and Brooklyn Sweet Spot collaborated a great Valentines’ Basket of Ombra Pink Prosecco and chocolate treats. Stop in for samples on Thursday from 6pm to 8pm and Friday 5:30pm to 8:30pm. 

  • Gnarly Vines*, 350 Myrtle, (718) 797-3183  Also, dont forget to take advantage of our everyday cross-promotion! Only a $5.00 corkage fee on any bottle of wine that you purchase from Gnarly Vines when you have dinner at Lulu & Po between 6-8pm, Monday thru Wednesday. Don’t forget to bring your receipt! We’ll see you there
  • Tipsy*, 584 Myrtle, (347) 599-1672.  Splurge on a treat. Whether you’ve got a honey or hanging with friends on Friday 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)

Something slightly sweet for your sweet, with undertones of vanilla and pear.

 

* Indicates that business is a “Farm to Neighborhood” participant, carrying local foods and products. When you support these businesses, purchases benefit both regional farms and the local economy

Valentine’s Day Wine & Treats on Myrtle Avenue

Valentine's day in Brooklyn (Corkscrew)Don’t let the snowstorm get to you, get in the Valentine’s Day mood and swing by Corkscrew Wines today, February 13th from 6-8pm to taste delicious sweets from Brooklyn Sweet Spot paired with Ombra Pink Prosecco. You can leave with special items for a gift basket for your honey with Cupcakes, Strawberries, Brownies, Truffles, and Pink Prosecco for $65. If you miss the tasting tomorrow you can also stop by on Friday, February 14th from 5:30-8:30pm.

Check our website and networks today and tomorrow for more local shopping ideas.  Myrtle Avenue businesses are offering some great deals for your Valentine!

Corkscrew Wines, 489 Myrtle Avenue, between Hall & Ryerson

Brooklyn Sweet Spot, 364 Myrtle Avenue, between Adelphi & Carlton