The Week in Park Slope

It was another week of exciting developments and happenings in Park Slope. Here's our roundup of our biggest neighborhood headlines.

On Monday, we checked into the situation at , where scaffolding has encased the building and made it impossible for the kids to spend any time outside while in school. Recently, the city revealed that the scaffolding will remain for nearly three years.

Our shopping columnist brought us all the scoop on where to find for your gal pals (or other special ladies in your life) on Tuesday. Eidolon on Fifth Avenue showcases hats, tops, jewelry, bags and more by great local talent – and at affordable prices, to boot!

There were also a few developments in the Barclays Center area. First off, last weekend, directly across from the arena, much to the surprise of local resident. Then , yet another bar slated to potentially open in the area, agreed to a host of community concessions. And finally, we had the scoop on some coming down the line in anticipation of the arena opening.

Wednesday brought the debut of our , Slope Suds. This week, columnist Joanna Prisco discussed where to pick up Bavarian brews.

Later in the day, locals gathered to of Engine 220, a firehouse on 11th Street.

On Thursday, Park Slope Patch sniffed out the in Prospect Park – it appears some people are not only barbecuing near park trees, they’re barbecuing inside of them.

And finally, on Friday, we had the report from the for Hope Reichbach, Councilmember Steve Levin’s aide who died after an accidental overdose last month.