Pineapple Plaza 2025 - Week 5

Date: May 24th, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Ceasar’s Bay, Brooklyn, NY
Weather Notice: Rain or Shine; limited programming for cloudy days; extreme weather will cancel the event. Please follow our Instagram for event details and updates on whether we will be open.

In collaboration with StreetLab, NYC DOT, FDNY Smart and DJ Rustam Ospanoff

Learn To Protect Our Community

Join us for another dynamic Saturday at 9100 Bay Parkway, Brooklyn, as we celebrate safe biking, community connection, urban exploration, vital FDNY public‑safety education—and groove to a special DJ set by Rustam Ospanoff!

Guest Events (1:00 PM - 6:00 PM)

  • FDNY Fire Safety Education Program (1:00 PM – 6:00 PM):

    • Stop by the FDNY table set-up to pick up fire safety literature and learn life‑saving fire prevention strategies from experienced instructors.

    • Look out for literature and meet FDNY’s lively fire safety mascots, Hotdog and Siren.

  • FDNY CPR Training (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM):

    • Participate in non‑certification, compression‑only CPR classes taught by FDNY instructors.

    • Get hands‑on practice with mannequins as the session runs continuously, letting participants join in as spots become available.

Special Performance

  • DJ Rustam Ospanoff (12:00 PM – 7:00 PM):

    • Experience a world‑spanning mix of jazz, funk, disco, house, and gospel from Bed‑Stuy’s own Rustam Ospanoff.

Early Morning Clean up (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM):

  • 10:00–12:00 AM: Kick off each Saturday by helping us spruce up Caesar’s Bay. In partnership with the Sanitation Foundation, volunteers remove litter and ready the plaza for a safe, welcoming day of programming. Join the team, make a difference, and keep the shoreline looking its best. [See sign-up details]

Daily Programming (12:00 PM – 7:00 PM):

  • Interactive Play & Learning:

    • PLAY Station—a touch‑free obstacle course for kids featuring colorful barriers, chalk-drawn game zones, and custom challenges.

    • BUILD Station: Step into our pop‑up building station equipped with LEGO, Imagination Playground blocks, MagnaTiles, and more. Engage in self‑guided building challenges crafted by architects.

    • IMAGINE Station: Share your ideas and stories about Bensonhurst at our interactive community station. Write your thoughts on handwritten tags and capture your vision with Polaroid photos displayed in our mini street gallery.

    • Street Marker: Join hands with fellow New Yorkers in our creative workspace to design striking street patterns and communal murals using our custom toolkit. Learn new ways to mark and celebrate public spaces while having fun together.

  • Bike-Focused Activities:

    • Enjoy free bike repairs and participate in hands‑on bike safety classes to keep your ride in top shape and learn safe urban cycling practices.

  • Community Engagement & Refreshments:

    • Savor complimentary hot beverages—including LMNT tea, hot tea, hot chocolate, and espresso drinks—at our Cafe Station, alongside bite‑sized snacks sourced locally.

    • Connect at One Big Table—a community table setup designed to spark conversations and shared experiences.

    • Browse local art, check out exclusive Pineapple Ride merchandise, and don’t miss your chance to win fun giveaways.

  • Additional Entertainment:

    • Enjoy music and special programming throughout the day, creating a festive atmosphere for families and community members alike.

Mark your calendars for May 24, 2025, and join us as we kick off Pineapple Plaza Open Streets—celebrating safe biking, creative play, and community connection in one of Brooklyn’s most dynamic spaces. We can’t wait to see you there!