🌱 Sunset Park Suspect Arrested + Students Want More Space to Play

Happy Thursday, neighbors! I am your host, Patrick Murray here with two stories to start off your day.

First, today's weather:

An evening thunderstorm with a a high of 79 and a low of 52.

Here are the top stories in Brooklyn today:

1. Hours of online YouTube footage show Frank James, the suspect in Tuesday morning's shooting, spewing bigoted views and endorsing violence. The 62 year old was the subject of Tuesday and Wednesday's massive manhunt following the mass shooting in which he fired at least 33 gunshots. His social media posts became part of the NYPD investigation into what led to the attack. (Patch)
2. Students at PS 46 Edward C. Blum School celebrated new blooms in front of its Fort Greene elementary school this week, and advocated for more park space in their neighborhood. Joined by Councilmember Crystal Hudson and advocacy group New Yorkers 4 Parks on Monday morning, the community discussed the importance of well-funded parks and playgrounds. Hudson's District 35 is comprised of less than 10 percent parkland, leaving Brooklyn residents with limited options for spending time outdoors. (Brooklyn Paper)

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Today in Brooklyn:

• Standup at The Tiny Cupboard. (7 p.m.)
• Jazz Night at Cafe Erzulie. (7 p.m.)
• Live music at Public Records. (7:30 p.m.)
• TV Dinner, comedy show at the BCC Deep Space. (8:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Behind the scenes of "Cyrano de Bergerac at The Harvey Theater. (Instagram)
• Choreographer Sasha Waltz brings a playful, expressive new work to BAM. (Instagram)
• Check out these open houses in your area. (Brooklyn Patch)
• Häagen-Dazs to open a free, immersive bodega in Brooklyn on April 20. (Brooklyn Paper)

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— Patrick Murray