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It was actually quite easy. Just drop a couple of washers on the front wheels and tighten a nut with an Allen wrench. The back wheels only require two washers and a cotter pin. The only non-flat ground I'll ever use it on is the driveway of my building's garage after I get home from grocery shopping.

I'm watching God's Own Country right now on Prime. It wasn't available to stream last time I was in the mood to watch it.

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14 Chex Mix Flavors, Ranked Worst To Best 14. Strawberry créme Simply Chex I don't like artificial strawberry-flavored anything, so I knew already that this strawberry créme Chex Mix wouldn't have been my pick of the litter. It's packaged under the "Simply Chex" brand and includes corn and wheat cereal pieces coated in a strawberry créme coating. This Chex Mix, if you could call it that, was disappointingly gritty. Some of the strawberry cereal pieces were covered in a yogurt-like blanket, while others were doused in granulated, strawberry-infused sugar. This mix was messy to eat, and its flavor wasn't good enough to justify getting that grit everywhere. The flavor of this Chex Mix wasn't as artificial as I anticipated, but it didn't scream "strawberry patch on a Sunday morning," either. It was clear that this a product that the brand didn't spend too much time thinking about or designing. Moreover, I wish there had been more variety in this mix than just the strawberry-coated cereal pieces — though I doubt a couple of pretzels or cookies could save it. 13. Funfetti Muddy Buddies Funfetti is the kind of cake that someone whips up when they want to escape the reality of adulthood and revisit their childhood. But, it's not a cake that I would personally make if I'm looking for something complex, sophisticated, and, for lack of a better word, adult-ish. I suppose you could use this Funfetti Muddy Buddy mix to pacify a seven-year-old who's throwing a temper tantrum — but not for anything else. Going in, I expected that each Chex Mix piece would be coated in a layer of Funfetti-flavored frosting, like the frosted animal crackers of my childhood, but the coating itself was far dustier, like the cake mix flavor had just been intertwined into the powdered sugar coating on the outside of the cereal. As expected, there was only one flavor here: sweet. I could tell that this sugary flavor would be plasticky the second I took a whiff and noticed that it smelled just like an open bag of cake mix. The plasticky coating was also off-putting and stuck to my teeth like a cheap, store-bought icing. The obvious textural and flavor faults meant that there was absolutely no reason to come back for a second handful. 12. Turtle No turtles were harmed in the making of this sweet Chex Mix flavor. This overly cloying snacking blend wasn't like the monotonous Muddy Buddy products. Instead, it resembles more of the snack mix style — with a ton of different components, like caramel and cocoa powder-coated cereal pieces, pretzels, caramel popcorn, and chocolate candies. I was honestly surprised that this turtle Chex Mix went light on the flavor. When I've had turtle desserts in the past, like turtle cheesecake, they were always super, super heavy and rich. While there were traces of "caramel" and "chocolate" on the cereal pieces, the flavor was like a whisper — and it wasn't as assertive as it needed to be. Moreover, the caramel popcorn didn't do it any favors because the sweetness was too mild, while the cocoa on the cereal didn't really drive home the chocolate flavor. I honestly expected that this mix was going to have a little more punch to it — and have a few more chocolate candies thrown in for good measure. 11. Cheddar The main reason I despise cheddar snack mixes is because of those knock-off cheddar crackers. I'm so used to the consistency and flavor of Cheez-Its that I can't stand looking at a generic cracker that tastes kind of like it, but not enough to be believable. I will take my brand-name Cheez-Its, extra toasty, please and thank you. The cheddar wedges in this cheddar Chex Mix are downright awful. They have the consistency of butter crackers — not the snappy Cheez-Its I know and love. And that wasn't the only thing vehemently wrong with this snack mix. The cheddar powder dusted across the components is reminiscent of cheese in a can. It's not fresh, it's not bold — and it's not right. Though, this is a better-tasting mix if you eat it by the handful rather than parceling out its individual components. But there are so many other, better flavors out there — why would you want to eat this one? 10. Bold I dislike using the word "bold" to describe food in the same way that I dislike using "spicy" or "hot." It's so subjective that if a brand fails to meet that expectation from its customers, it's failed. However, I had very high hopes set for this bold snack mix — especially because I've heard so many good things about it. The bold flavor contains all the same components as the traditional Chex Mix, just with more seasoning, spices, and punch. I will say it is "bolder" than the traditional Chex Mix. However, it wasn't more umami or more savory as I expected it to be. Rather, the bag throws a whole bunch of new, unanticipated, and frankly, unnecessary flavors at you — like garlic, soy, black pepper, and malt vinegar. I also couldn't shake the fact that this Chex Mix tastes like fish sauce — which is extremely unappetizing. Eating "Bold" Chex Mix is like being in gym class and getting hammered constantly with stinging plastic dodgeballs of flavor. You're crying out, "Make it stop!" and are just getting pelted more and more with every bite. It's unpleasant, to say the least. 9. Cookies and cream Muddy Buddies I love cookies and cream ice cream, so liking this Muddy Buddy Chex Mix flavor seemed like a no-brainer. Each corn Chex is covered in a powdery coating of chocolate cookies and vanilla cream filling. Right off the bat, I noticed that the coating on these was more candy-like and uniform than the powdered sugar on the Funfetti Muddy Buddies — which was promising. Though, I was shocked that each of these cereal pieces didn't give off the impression that they were actually made with cookies. I only found this out once I bit in and realized there was, in fact, a chocolate coating between the cereal and powdered sugar. Oddly enough, the chocolate flavor was more bitter than sweet. It was clear that the brand used a low-quality cocoa here, as it tasted stale and weak. I'm sure a child under the age of 10 would love snacking on this treat, as it is still sweet-leaning, but I don't think I'll be buying it ever again because of its bitterness. 8. Peanut butter and chocolate Muddy Buddys Peanut butter and chocolate is the original puppy chow combination, so I expected that this one would be a shoo-in for one of the top spots. But right off the bat, it was clear that General Mills didn't pay enough attention to this snack — because the peanut butter and chocolate Muddy Buddies really needed some love. The peanut butter coated my tongue and lips with this plasticky overtone. It's like the quality of peanut butter that you'd expect to find in a generic-brand candy bar that's been sitting in the back of your drawer for two years. Moreover, like the other Muddy Buddy flavors, I just got bored by the ho-hum peanut butter and chocolate coating (which was, thankfully, less bitter than the cookies and cream Muddy Buddies). If you want to skip the process of making Muddy Buddys at home, by all means, buy a bag. Just don't expect to be "wow-ed" by the flavor in any capacity. 7. Honey nut No no, I'm not talking about the beloved childhood cereal (Honey Nut Cheerios, that is). This is Chex Mix's honey nut rendition of it — complete with a sweet and salty medley of the corn and wheat Chex, pretzels, vanilla breadsticks, and sugary cookies. Based on the label and components, I got the impression that this mix was going to be more sweet than it was going to be savory. And, indeed it was. It didn't make my eyes bug out of my head like the super-sweet Funfetti Muddy Buddies did, but it did leave a saccharine overtone on my taste buds and tongue. Moreover, it tastes like the cheap, bagged snacks that a school cafeteria would hand out to pacify hungry children in the middle of the afternoon. There's no vanilla, no honey, or really anything going on besides the vague sweetness. I missed the "salty" component that was promised on the label, which really would have helped balance this snack mix plead its case. The pretzels had the potential to balance out the flavors here, but they were coated in too much sugar to be considered "savory." 6. Traditional The traditional Chex Mix is the undisputed OG. And I can say that it was my favorite flavor going into this ranking. There's just something very special about this blend, which includes crisp breadsticks, rye chips, cereal, and pretzels. Oh, and don't even get me started about how sublime of an experience it is to get your hands on one piece of cereal that's dressed to the nines in a beautiful layer of umami-rich seasoning. Sure, this Chex Mix variety might feel "plain" when it's paired with the other flavors on this list. But, the traditional Chex Mix is proof that the brand can do one thing well — so is there really an imperative to deviate from that? After trying so many different variations of Chex Mix for this review, I can't help but call the traditional Chex Mix "average." Although it's been my go-to for so many years, I wasn't really impressed by its flavor, not-crisp-enough pretzels, and textural diversity enough to rank it any higher. But, I was somewhat glad that it was an adequate mix, as there was nothing particularly "wrong" with it that could send it to the bottom of the pile. Predictable, yes — but exciting? No. 5. Sour cream and onion I will admit that I am an absolute fiend for sour cream and onion chips (especially the kettle-cooked ones). So, I was a bit surprised to see that Chex Mix also offers a sour cream and onion-seasoned snack mix. The variety contains all the same components as the original mix, but with a different, oniony seasoning blend. So fear not; you won't have to abandon your rye chips any time soon. I was really impressed by the flavor balance that the brand was able to achieve here. I could even see the little flecks of green onion on the chips. This flavor was easily transmitted to the cereal chips — which was lovely. However, by the third mouthful, I just felt that I was eating the traditional Chex Mix; that sour cream and onion flavor just evaporated into nothing. Chex Mix could safely double its seasoning and have a stellar product that would appeal to sour cream and onion chip lovers everywhere. But until it makes this seasoning more prominent, I can't consider ranking the sour cream and onion Chex Mix any higher. 4. Honey BBQ I'm not a fan of barbecue chips, so I can't say I was looking forward to trying and tasting this snack mix. Like some of the other varieties, it's just a flavor spinoff of the OG traditional Chex Mix — but this time, it has a honey barbecue coating on it. I have to admit, I was pleasantly surprised by this snack mix. For once, Chex Mix balanced two competing (yet complementary flavors) — sweet honey and tangy barbecue sauce — and managed to do it quite well. The bites were refreshing rather than monotonous, and the coating remained on my taste buds even after I finished chewing it. It left an indelible impression on me in more ways than one. The biggest complaint I have is that the Chex Mix is a bit dusty and left a residue on my fingers — but all barbecue-seasoned things do that. Overall, barbecue chip lovers will enjoy this honey BBQ Chex Mix flavor — you can consider me impressed. However, it didn't have the same addictive pull as the top-ranking Chex Mix products did. 3. Buffalo sandwich Remix I've never tried a Buffalo chicken sandwich or any sort of Buffalo-flavored chicken product. But, I do know what Buffalo wing sauce tastes like, and I was excited for the spicy kick that it could bring to a bland and boring bag of Chex Mix. This product seemed more thought-out than the other Remix flavors; it includes seasoned cereal pieces, ranch-seasoned wing puffs, toasted breadsticks, and buffalo-seasoned Chex cereal. Like the other Remix flavors, though, Chex Mix knew what it was trying to do here. The puffs in the Buffalo sandwich Remix mix are actually shaped like chicken drumsticks, which makes them feel like a more purposeful addition to this snacking mix — especially compared to the random cheese puffs in the cheesy pizza and zesty taco-flavored mixes. Moreover, I think that Chex Mix was really able to accomplish something special with the balance of heat from the Buffalo-seasoned cereal and the breadsticks. Every bite was diverse, interesting, and really delivered on that authentic Buffalo flavor. Admittedly, though, I'm not a fan of spice. So, the heat level here was a little too much for my liking; its overpowering and front-loaded flavor meant that it was one that not everyone could enjoy. It was, for that reason, that I had to place slightly lower than the other Remix flavors on this ranking. 2. Zesty taco Remix The zesty taco sounds like it would be a good name for a grungy Tex-Mex bar, let alone a name for a snack mix. But, once you consider the components here, you'll find that its name kind of fits. Taco-seasoned cereal pieces, cheese puffs, corn shell chips (knock-off Fritos), and salsa-flavored cereal make up its base. Again, what's with those cheese puffs? Maybe Chex Mix just needed a way to extend its product a bit farther with a filler. These puffs, along with the seasoned corn chips, were holding this snack mix back. The taco-seasoned and salsa-seasoned Chex Mix surged ahead in this product and really brought home touchdown after touchdown. Their flavor was bold, but not intrusive, and taco-esque, without being too artificial. But, we all know the rules of teamwork: You're only as strong as your weakest player. And, the puffs and the chips didn't do this mix any favors. Unlike the other snacks I sampled, I would certainly buy it again, though it's not my favorite of the Remix varieties. It was only able to nudge out the Buffalo sandwich because its flavor was slightly more balanced and approachable. 1. Cheesy pizza Remix I love cheese pizza, and I love Chex Mix. So, could I love the two together, especially when all the complicated and nuanced flavors of the Italian-American classic is turned into a flavor dust? In each bag of this pizza Remix flavor, which is one of the brand's newer additions, you'll find "pizza sauce Chex," garlic and herb Chex, pizza crust bagel chips, and cheese puffs. I can understand the first three additions, but the cheese puffs feel wildly out of place. But, while eating it, I found that every component of this snack mix really held its own. The cheese puffs were about as close as you can get to name-brand nacho cheese puffs (which is a relief, considering how awful the cheddar Chex Mix's cheese triangles were). Oh, and those pizza sauce-covered cereal pieces? I could simply eat them by the bag; they almost melt in your mouth with every bite. While I doubt anyone would confuse the flavor of this pizza with a high-end and greasy New Haven-style pizza, it's by far the most addicting Chex Mix I sampled. https://www.tastingtable.com/1698164/every-chex-mix-flavor-ranked-worst-best/

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A bear spotted dangling from a utility pole in New Mexico was electrocuted while attempting to come down. Video footage captured by passerby Shannon Mullens on Monday, July 20, shows the bear panting with its hind paws dangling in the air, as it hangs from a utility pole amid power lines in Union County. Another passerby, Robin Dawson, told Storyful he was driving along Highway 56 when he noticed the bear. He added that several motorists stopped by the pole to take photos of the animal. “The bear was at the top of a high-voltage power pole that was charged," Dawson said, per Storyful. "You could tell the bear was alive but in distress. You could hear it panting from across the road." The passerby told USA TODAY on July 23 that he was the first to call 911 to report the incident and was told the case would be referred to New Mexico Fish and Wildlife. He said he waited for over 30 minutes for authorities to show up, but no one did. When he called 911 again for an update, he was told that "Fish and Game said they were not going to do anything; the bear would come down when he was ready." Dawson said he told the operator the bear "would be fried" if it attempted to come down, but to no avail. Travelers encountered an unusual sight while driving through New Mexico on Monday, July 20, after a bear scaled a power pole and sat among electrical wires at the top. When Dawson called the Raton division of Fish and Game the next day, he said he was informed that the bear had been "electrocuted when it tried to get down" and that people scared it by taking pictures. Dawson also said the dispatcher told him they called the power company after receiving "about 20 calls" about the bear but "didn’t make it in time." "She blamed the people taking pics for the bear being electrocuted and the power company being delayed," Dawson said. "They should have sent out someone to control traffic, but I didn’t see anyone even getting close to or harassing the bear." The New Mexico Department of Wildlife, confirming the authenticity of the video, said in a statement to USA TODAY on July 23 that it was notified of a bear that climbed up a power pole east of Gladstone at around 10 a.m. local time on Monday, July 20. “The reporting party was instructed to leave the bear alone so it could come down on its own and local dispatch was asked to instruct concerned citizens to leave the bear alone; however, some members of the public continued to stop next to the power pole to film and take pictures of the bear, so the bear remained at the top of the pole,” the statement said. The agency added that authorities, including the Union County Sheriff’s Office, the power company and wildlife department conservation officers, were notified, but the bear unfortunately "sustained fatal injuries before they arrived.” "Due to the remoteness of the location, the closest conservation officer was about 80 miles away," the department said. "The officer told dispatch to advise any callers to leave the bear alone so it would come down on its own." Iterating, the incident occurred in a remote area of the state, "with the nearest town 40 miles or more away," the department said "Law enforcement and electric company officials attempted to respond as quickly as possible." "The public is reminded to leave wildlife alone when encountering them," the agency said. The Dept. of Wildlife said the bear ended up on the pole after it was "likely startled by something it perceived as a threat" and was up there for about an hour and a half. "The bear climbed the pole, much as it would a tree if faced with a potential threat in a forest," the department said. Its carcass was later removed from the area by a conservation officer.

Don't worry if you've never heard of the legend of Baba Yaga, because Carrie-Anne Moss does a good job of laying it all out in the just-released first trailer for AMC+'s "YAGA." "There's versions of her all over the world," Moss' character, Katherine, says at the start of the video above, which the streamer released during the show's San Diego Comic-Con panel today. "Sometimes she's an ugly old witch who lives in a disappearing hut on chicken feet. Sometimes she's a wise woman, an enchantress, a healer. Sometimes she helps a hero on his quest." She continues: "Sometimes she tests him. Sometimes she kills him. Sometimes she eats him. Sometimes she f***s him. But she always has a name" — Baba Yaga. The series takes place in a coastal hamlet, where a private investigator named Rapp (played by Noah Reid, "Schitt's Creek") looks into the disappearance of a young fishery heir. Hudson Williams ("Heated Rivalry") plays Henry, the scion in question. Moss' Katherine is a "charismatic university professor with a taste for young men," the official logline reads; Clark Backo ("Letterkenny"), plays a local detective named Carson. Rapp's investigation encounters "a labyrinth of enigmatic suspects, secret lives, and ancient magic," the synopsis adds. "Yaga" is based on a play by Kat Sandler ("Kim's Convenience"), who serves as showrunner. Moss executive-produces alongside Mackenzie Donaldson and Andrew Miller. The cast also includes Megan Follows ("Anne of Green Gables"), Hiro Kanagawa ("iZombie"), Sheila McCarthy ("The Umbrella Academy"), Ezra Franky ("Untamed"), Patrick McCarthy ("School Spirits"), and Katharine Isabelle ("Hannibal"). The series is a Crave original (like "Heated Rivalry") that will stream exclusively on AMC+ in the United States. "Yaga" will consist of eight half-hour episodes that will begin streaming in October. An exact premiere date is not yet available.

https://apple.news/AdMDv5YjRRFGWoJv8HMuABA A van slammed into people gathered for Berlin’s famed Pride festival on Saturday night, killing one person, injuring at least 16 others and prompting police to call off the celebrations and a concert in the German capital hours after they had begun. Berlin police said they have identified a suspect who has not been arrested and he has ties to Islamic groups in the German capital. “The suspect is known to police. He is known to us as a member of Islamic circles here in Berlin, and our search for this person is proceeding at full speed,” said police spokesman Florian Nath. He did not identify the suspect by name. Nath added that “we still have no information whatsoever regarding his specific motives, the exact sequence of events, or his role in the crime itself.” Earlier, police said some of the victims had life-threatening injuries. In a post on X, police called on everyone to leave the site of the event immediately as ambulances and firefighters attended to the victims.

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Notty, the zebra, and Tytan, the rhinoceros, couldn't be more different, yet, despite the obvious, there's something undeniably magical about their friendship. Watching them together feels like a real-life Disney movie, proving that companionship can blossom in the most unexpected places. Sadly, their story began with heartbreak. Nearly a year ago, the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust introduced the world to the unlikely duo after both were rescued as orphaned babies. Although their circumstances were unrelated, each had lost their mother and was left alone in the wild, with little chance of surviving on their own. In a recently shared Instagram video, Notty and Tytan race side by side as they eagerly chase one of their keepers. Notty sets a brisk pace with some serious pep in his step, proving the young zebra has plenty of playful energy, while Tytan does his best to keep up, happily serving as his best friend's running buddy. After their quick sprint, Tytan is ready for a well-earned break. Notty patiently waits nearby, giving his bestie time to catch his breath before they head out on their next adventure together. What Will Happen to Their Friendship as They Age? As much as everyone loves watching Notty and Tytan together, many fans can't help but wonder what will happen as they grow older. One follower asked in the comments, "Wonderful to see! Thank you so much. I wonder what the process will look like when they have to separate as adults? Do you help them find the right path? What if they want to keep living together?" The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust offered a reassuring response, explaining that "every orphan rewilds on their own terms, at their individual pace, with our full support." They added, "As Notty and Tytan get older, the instincts of their respective species will naturally begin to emerge more strongly. Zebras are social, so Notty will likely seek out a zebra herd (of which there are many in Nairobi National Park), while Tytan will establish a territory."

Costco has just reached a proposed $14 million settlement in the “Michael Aaland v. Costco Wholesale Corporation” class action lawsuit, which was filed last year in the company’s home state of Washington. The lawsuit alleges that Costco misled certain customers and “violated Washington law” by sending marketing emails with “false or misleading subject lines” to Washington residents. These allegations include violating multiple state laws, such as Washington’s Commercial Electronic Mail Act (CEMA) and the Washington Consumer Protection Act (CPA). In an email sent to potential settlement class members, it was stated that Costco has been accused of sending emails that “advertised temporary or time-limited promotions to consumers, when in fact Costco knew it was going to extend those promotions past the stated time frame.” A couple of email titles were highlighted in the court-approved notice, such as “Today is the last day to access Member-Only Saving” and “Hot Buys available for 5 Days Only.” Costco denies the claims, but the warehouse chain has agreed to a settlement, which is still awaiting court approval. A final hearing is scheduled for October 2, 2026, and, under CEMA law, eligible recipients who file a claim by the deadline could receive $500 for “each email message sent in violation.” You don’t have to be a Costco member to be eligible for this potential payout, but you do need to have been a Washington state resident at the time these alleged emails were sent, which was from June 2, 2021 to July 7, 2026. The email sender was either “from or on behalf of Costco.” Additionally, you have to have received the email “at an email address appearing in Costco’s data.” So, if you’re a Washington resident and you’ve been receiving email marketing from Costco this year—or you were a resident as far back as 2021—you may be eligible for up to $500 for each email. But to receive a potential payout, you must file a claim by August 24, 2026. You can file a claim on the class action website, or you can print the form and submit it by mail. Potential payments can be distributed via Paypal, Venmo, Zelle, or a mailed check. Additionally, according to the court-approved notice, if your claim is approved and the settlement is approved this fall at the hearing, “you give up your right to bring your own lawsuit about the issues in this lawsuit.” For questions about the lawsuit or filing a claim, you can call the Settlement Administrator at 888-808-6247 or the Class Counsel at 206-746-2337.

Two pain drugs used by millions will be combined in a single tablet Consumers will soon have a new over-the-counter pain relief option that combines Tylenol with naproxen, an anti-inflammatory medication. The Food and Drug Administration on July 24 approved the non-prescription combination dosage of 650 mg of Tylenol (acetaminophen) and 220 mg of naproxen sodium. The non-opioid tablet can be used by adults and children aged 12 and older for temporary relief of headaches, back pain, muscle aches, toothache, menstrual cramps and minor pain from arthritis, the FDA said. Kenvue, which owns Tylenol, said the tablet combination will soon be available for purchase without a prescription at major retailers. Acetaminophen and naproxen sodium are widely used as over-the-counter pain relievers but until now have not been combined in a single tablet. The combination provides a non-prescription option to give consumers up to 12 hours of pain relief, the FDA said. The medications work differently. Tylenol quickly reduces pain signals while naproxen sodium targets pain associated with inflammation, said Michelle Bateson, who oversees North America research and development at Kenvue, Tylenol's parent company. The combination was evaluated across eight clinical studies and demonstrated "superior pain relief" compared to the individual medications, Bateson said. About 75% of persistent pain sufferers reported dissatisfaction with their current relief options, according to Kenvue's March 2026 survey of more than 6,200 people.

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that's it on the left. or did you actually want to see the fishies?

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Corbin Carroll got his 12th triple of the season last night. He has 55 in his career and 85 homers. The only player to get that many of both in less games was Lou Gehrig.

Maybe some people are just looking for a dresser but getting mixed up and winding up with an undresser. Or vice versa.

Greenpoint Tiny House With Shared Garden, Tin Ceilings Asks $2,895 a Month Surrounded by greenery and a koi pond, the rear-lot dwelling has wood floors, cream walls, and windows on three exposures [Editor’s note: Well, that was fast. After one day on the market, the rental is in contract.] https://www.brownstoner.com/real-estate-market/greenpoint-67-huron-street-tiny-house-for-rent-garden-koi-pond/

Remember the missing cotter pin... the piece of the shopping cart wheel assembly that caused me to call Walmart customer service to ask for a replacement part... only to have the rep issue a full refund... before finding TWO of them among the extra parts that came with my other carts? Well, guess what I found last night? And, no, I still haven't finished putting it together.

Greenway Botanical Garden: A New Era for the Naval Cemetery Alyanna De Vera Ten years ago, this landscape was opened to the public with a simple but ambitious vision: to create a place of pause along the Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway. Guided by the stewardship of Brooklyn Greenway, the site has since evolved into something greater than was initially planted. Over a decade of growth, conservation, and care, a remarkable diversity of plants, insects, birds, and other wildlife has taken root here, transforming the landscape into a thriving ecological community. © Marvel Previously fenced off and largely forgotten, the Naval Cemetery's history and significance were known to few. The design by Nelson Byrd Woltz and Marvel sought to honor that history while reimagining the site's place within the city. A native meadow and pollinator habitat were established above sacred ground, while an elevated boardwalk allows visitors to experience the landscape without disturbing what lies beneath. © Marvel © Marvel © Marvel Recognized by Botanic Gardens Conservation International, Greenway Botanical Garden gains international accreditation the site now officially takes on a new name: Greenway Botanical Garden at the Naval Cemetery. This change marks the culmination of that first decade of growth and stewardship, and is the first-ever botanical garden in NYC to be accredited by Botanical Gardens Conservation International. “This transformation offers a reminder that landscapes, like cities, are never finished. Along the waterfront—where land and water, history and ecology continually meet and adapt—this place stands as evidence that time, care, and thoughtful design can turn a forgotten site into a living garden, a public resource, and a monument to renewal.” -Scott Demel, Partner at Marvel, lead architect of the Naval Cemetery project, and BGI Board Member for many years. a sustainable native plant sanctuary located at 61 Williamsburg St W in BrooklynMain features include a raised wooden boardwalk, a 50-species wildflower meadow, and a native black cherry tree grove History and Design Former Naval Cemetery: Holds over 2,000 unmarked graves from the Brooklyn Naval Hospital. Raised Boardwalks: Built above the ground to protect the remaining human remains. Urban Ecology: Designed by Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects to support local pollinators like bees, moths, and monarch butterflies Visitor Information & Guidelines Access & Transport: Located along the Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway with free bike racks on site (no car parking lot). You can check upcoming events on the Brooklyn Greenway Initiative Events Page. Strict Rules: Visitors must stay on the wooden boardwalks at all times, picking or cutting plants is prohibited, and animals or dogs are not allowed inside.

keeping it in the garage is a bad idea because modern refrigerators are designed to perform only in controlled temperatures, typically ranging from 60 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. It's highly unlikely that your garage is temperature-controlled, and the moment it becomes too hot, too cold, or too humid, your refrigerator will start malfunctioning. For example, if temperatures drop to 50 degrees Fahrenheit, the refrigerator's thermostat might turn the compressor off, believing the fridge is cold enough, even though it isn't. Your freezer will start to thaw, and the food in the refrigerator will spoil. Similarly, if the ambient temperature becomes too hot, the compressor will be overworked. This could lead to your fresh section overcooling, beverage bottles exploding, and the compressor eventually stop working. Extreme humidity will cause condensation, and that moisture will lead to rust, erosion, and electrical malfunction. While extreme weather is one of the main reasons you should avoid putting your refrigerator in the garage, it's not the only one. For example, garages will most likely come with power outlets that are protected by Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI). These GFCI outlets are equipped with circuit breakers that cut the power if it senses any kind of power leakage. They could misinterpret the voltage draws caused by the compressor going on and off as a leakage, and trip the circuit. This tip isn't restricted to your refrigerator: your garage isn't the best place for your old freezer either. But it is always nice to have extra freezer space, or even a dedicated drinks fridge at home. And getting rid of a fridge that's working fine feels wrong. So, if you're sure you want to make room for your old fridge or freezer, the basement is a far better option, since it's likely to have more stable temperatures year-round. If the garage is the only extra room you have, you might want to trade your old fridge for a new one with a garage-ready label. Older refrigerators were often built with simpler mechanical systems and sturdier materials, making them better able to handle temperature swings. The fact is that appliances were built differently then. Many newer models are designed for the more consistent temperatures found indoors. Garage-ready refrigerators are built to perform in more extreme conditions and can typically handle temperatures ranging from 38 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Though if you're trading the old fridge anyway, you can invest in the best beer fridge for a perfectly chilled brew every time.