BROOKLYN MEDIA GROUP JANUARY 6 - JANUARY 12, 2017 9 Southern Brooklyn to see cleaner parks in 2017 BY ANNA SPIVAK Neighborhood parks will take on a starring role in Midwood, Borough Park and Bensonhurst in 2017. According to Councilmember David Greenfi eld, a new initiative he has in the works for 2017 will set in motion the clean-up and beautiication of several parks in his district – which has green spaces and playgrounds sprawling through it. "I am already in the process of fully renovating every single park in my district, but as that happens, it's important that we don't forget the importance of regular cleaning and maintenance," Greenfi eld said. "People don't want to take their children to dirty, unkempt parks. My new program will make sure that our parks remain clean and litter-free." According to Greenfi eld’s o ce, the program, which o cially kicked o last month, will last through 2017 and will see contracted employees pass through the district’s parks on a regular basis to remove litter, care for plants and landscaping, and conduct general maintenance work as needed. According to Greenield – who helped secure $35 million in funding from the city for the renovation of parks in his district – the clean-up and maintenance of parks is crucial to communities. “For the health of our environment and the well-being of our families, it's important that we work to keep our communities clean,” Greenfi eld added. “I am proud to fi ght for programs and organizations that do just that.” Seth Low Park in Bensonhurst and 18th Avenue Park in Boro Park are among the most recent recipients of funds from the $35 million allocation. FOR MORE NEWS, VISIT www.brooklynreporter.com BROOKLYN MEDIA GROUP/Photo by Melody Chan Seth Low Park. Health food sweet spot Baya Bowls now open in Bay Ridge BY MEAGHAN MCGOLDRICK MMCGOLDRICKBROOKLYNREPORTER.COM Eating out in Bay Ridge just got a whole lot healthier. The neighborhood’s latest health food joint, Baya Bowls, has o cially opened on Third Avenue. The shop – which specializes in acai, kale, pitaya and coconut bowls, cold pressed juices, smoothies and soups – is now open for business at 9417 Third Avenue. "I had a vision to bring healthy yet delicious items to a community that has been lacking variety," said owner Bill Loesch, stressing that Baya Bowls offers mainly dairy free, nut free, vegan and organic products. "Many smoothies and bowls taste great but aren't so great for you. What we put in our bodies and in our children's bodies are the single most important thing." With punny menu items like the “Acai-U-Later” (blended acai topped with pineapple, banana, granola, strawberry and honey) and the “Kale Mary” (blended kale topped with strawberry, banana, BROOKLYN MEDIA GROUP/Photos by Anna Spivak Baya Bowls is now open in Bay Ridge. blueberry, granola, chia seeds and honey), Baya Bowls serves up something for everyone – not just those trying to stay fi t and eat clean this New Year. Plus, its portions are fi lling (many of them chock full of protein), and available at prices that won’t break your wallet. Residents were quick to applaud the eatery's good vibes. “Baya Bowls is a long overdue and welcome addition to the Bay Ridge health and wellness sector,” raved one fan of the new eatery on Facebook. “The sta is so friendly and the place is spotless.” “10/10 will be returning,” lauded another user who called the occasional wait due to rush crowds well “worth it.” “Delicious bowl. Large and wide selection to choose from . . . reminds me of the summers at the shore.” According to its Facebook page, which has already garnered a substantial following, Baya Bowls is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (excluding Sundays when it closes at 5 p.m.). "Now our community can enjoy delicious bowls loaded with anti-oxidants that not only taste out of this world but are extremely good for you," said Loesch. "Health is number one." The Acai-U-Later.
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