BQE Redevelopment Initiative Receives $5.6M Federal Grant to Bridge Neighborhood Divides

Examples of treatments that could be applied to BQE North and South. Credit: Department of Transportation

By MOHAMED FARGHALY

The U.S. Department of Transportation has greenlit a $5.6 million grant to propel forward a transformative redesign of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s (BQE) North and South corridors, Brooklyn elected officials revealed.  For nearly seven decades, the BQE, colloquially referred to as the “trench,” has severed neighborhoods like South Williamsburg and Sunset Park, fostering environmental hazards and health concerns due to noise, pollution, and heightened levels of respiratory illnesses.

 

This substantial grant, announced on March 12, aims to mend these urban scars, fostering community cohesion while mitigating the adverse environmental and economic impacts stemming from the daily influx of approximately 150,000 vehicles along the expressway.

 

Brooklyn representatives, alongside the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway Environmental Justice Coalition, a consortium comprising 17 community groups spanning northern to southern Brooklyn, have waged a sustained campaign to rectify the infrastructural rifts caused by the BQE’s inception, led by the influential urban planner Robert Moses. In a unified statement on the 12th, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (NY-08), Rep. Dan Goldman (NY-10), Rep. Nydia Velázquez (NY-07), U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer, and U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand lauded the decision, highlighting their concerted efforts to prioritize the “BQE Connects: Advancing the BQE North and South Corridor Vision” grant.

 

“This grant is the catalyst we need to finally put together a comprehensive plan to reimagine the entire BQE corridor and to address environmental justice issues that plague the northern and southern portions of the expressway,” the officials stated. “Our offices will work to ensure this is just the beginning of the federal government’s investment in the BQE with fairness and justice at the forefront.”

 

Echoing this sentiment, the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway Environmental Justice Coalition emphasized a clear vision to reshape the BQE into a space prioritizing the well-being of all affected communities, pledging to advocate for environmentally conscious decision-making in future infrastructure planning.  Notably, the grant’s approval follows Mayor Eric Adams’ announcement, heralding a significant step toward rectifying the historical disunity sewed by the BQE’s construction.

 

Governor Kathy Hochul and state DOT Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez reaffirmed their dedication to collaborative efforts with the community and governmental stakeholders in this endeavor.  Deputy Mayor for Operations Meera Joshi lauded the city’s Federal Infrastructure Task Force for crafting exemplary grant applications, which also secured a $117 million federal grant to advance the QueensWay project, a park initiative situated on a disused corridor of the former LIRR Rockaway Beach Branch. However, a contentious $800 million NYC DOT grant proposal aimed at rebuilding the deteriorating BQE Central section, stretching from Atlantic Avenue to Sands Street, was recently rebuffed. NYC DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez expressed eagerness to explore various initiatives in consultation with Brooklyn residents along the BQE, envisioning possibilities like highway capping, street redesigns, and other enhancements to the corridor.

 

Notably, NYC DOT has orchestrated workshops to solicit ideas for enhancing areas adjacent to the BQE North and South, emphasizing community engagement in envisioning the future of these regions.  According to DOT’s release, proposed treatments for BQE North and South encompass full or partial highway capping, pedestrian infrastructure enhancements, intersection and ramp optimizations, and under-elevated improvements. At least two proposals, each addressing BQE North and South, will progress to partial design, laying the groundwork for further collaboration between DOT and NYSDOT to foster community reconnection initiatives across the corridor.

 

Mayor Adams and Governor Hochul aimed financing planning endeavors to enhance the quality of life for residents residing in proximity to the BQE, particularly those hailing from disadvantaged communities. This grant will facilitate the exploration of proposals to revitalize connectivity in the local transportation network, bolstering accessibility to employment, amenities, and green spaces while fortifying safety measures for pedestrians and cyclists.

 

The comprehensive efforts outlined Mayor Adams’ overarching BQE Corridor Vision, underscoring a commitment to collaborate with communities along Brooklyn’s sole interstate highway, redressing longstanding divides and addressing critical infrastructure challenges within the city-owned BQE Central stretch between Atlantic Avenue and Sands Street.

 

LTE: Pols must ensure Medicare Advantage is fully funded

Dear Editor,
As we age, the importance of maintaining our health becomes increasingly paramount. This often brings new concerns for many seniors like me, especially about being able to afford the necessary care to sustain our quality of life. Fortunately, Medicare Advantage has supported me in addressing these concerns.

When I had to get my kidney removed a few years ago, my doctor prescribed five medications to take daily. I was immediately concerned about how the cost of these medications would affect my finances. Fortunately, my Medicare Advantage plan included prescription drug coverage, so I was able to afford the medications I needed. Since then, I have been able to access a large network of providers to help me navigate life after surgery. These doctors have been remarkable in helping me stay healthy, and it gives me peace of mind knowing that I have a low monthly premium and all out-of-pocket expenses are capped. The top-notch value that Medicare Advantage provides is truly immeasurable. And I’m not the only one. Nearly 2 million New Yorkers, including seniors and people with disabilities, count on this program for their health care coverage. With rising costs in mind, I hope that leaders will see just how important access to quality care at an affordable price is to me and many other seniors. That is why I encourage them to work together to ensure Medicare Advantage is fully funded.

Diane Sanders
East New York

BRIC offers platform for artistic expression

Jelani Johnson, Master Control Operator showcasing BRIC’s public network channels. Photo by Mohamed Farghaly

By Mohamed Farghaly

For over four decades, BRIC has long been an essential part of Brooklyn’s cultural

landscape, providing creative stimulation and community engagement at its center.

BRIC serves as a non-profit energetic gathering point where individuals come to

express themselves artistically, explore media concepts, or simply build connections

within their local community.

 

The mission of the Brooklyn art space has been the same since its founding in 1979,

and that includes helping produce contemporary visual and performing art, media

production, and civic action. Their goal has long been to have a hand in shaping

Brooklyn’s cultural and media landscape as a creative accelerator and providing

programs and initiatives for artists of all ages to participate.

 

“BRIC is the hub for community media in Brooklyn and a public access media center,

but we are also an arts and culture organization,” said Martiza Carmona, Director of

Government Affairs. “And I think that’s what makes us really unique. It is the

only model of its kind in New York City.”

 

In the 2022-23 season, BRIC made a significant impact, engaging 170,092

individuals through their diverse range of events and programs. Their reach

extended far beyond Brooklyn, reaching 44 states and 14 countries through multi-

platform initiatives. Collaborating with 44 educational institutions and

organizations, alongside 30 teaching artists, they provided educational

opportunities to 4,168 Brooklyn students and involved 539 community producers

through Brooklyn Free Speech, culminating in a win and five nominations at the NY

Emmys.

 

Visitors will discover an exciting environment at BRIC House, the primary venue of

this institution, featuring media centers accessible to the public, galleries dedicated

to contemporary art, TV studios equipped with state-of-the-art filming equipment,

performance areas and workspaces for artists and public media centers – making

BRIC an integral part of Brooklyn culture and society for decades.

 

“We have a massive production team that are trained, producers, directors,

technicians, audio engineers, in house, we have all of that talent in house,” Carmona

said. “And a lot of that talent has come up through our community media arm,

because we have trained them, they have taken our classes, they have been certified

here, and then we hire them.”

 

The art hub prides itself on its dedication to diversity, inclusion and equity as seen

through its efforts to foster environments which recognize, respect and celebrate all

human beings. Through partnerships with government agencies, corporate partners

and foundations, BRIC receives wide support for its programs and missions.

 

BRIC’s workforce initiatives aim to strengthen communities and individuals alike

through providing practical skills training in media production, digital literacy and

arts education – providing practical skills training programs designed to address

pressing social issues while aiding underserved populations.

 

BRIC provides an essential link between arts, media, and community development –

the arts as a source of cultural enrichment – and public dialogue to foster belonging

and connections across diverse communities in Brooklyn. Through public dialogues,

cultural exchange, artistic expression and artistic performances; BRIC continues to

enrich our cultural landscape.

 

The organization stands out as an institution committed to shaping Brooklyn’s

creative future creatively, serving as its premier arts, media, and education

institution, one of the only of its kind.

 

“As a leading arts and culture institution anchored in Brooklyn, BRIC fosters an

evolving workplace focused on the growth of our staff while developing arts, media,

and cultural programs that reflect our core values,” said Wes Jackson, President of BRIC. “We embrace curiosity and wisdom to leverage the expertise of our diverse

staff and community members and embody our commitment to the arts and

diversity.”

 

BRIC prides itself on its ability to quickly adapt and evolve in response to shifting

cultural, societal and demographic dynamics, including technological innovation and

demographic shifts. BRIC strives to stay at the forefront of innovation and

inclusivity initiatives to maintain relevance and impact throughout its region.

 

The non-profit remains dedicated to education as one of its core missions, working

closely with schools, youth organizations, and community centers across New York

City to offer arts and media instruction for children of all ages to explore their

creative side while developing essential life skills.

 

BRIC also hosts events and activities outside its core programming that cater to

audiences of all kinds and interests, from film screenings and panel discussions,

workshops, artist talks and more – something is always happening at BRIC that

inspires, educates and entertains.

 

Their most recent initiative is the ‘Aftermath’, a strategic partnership and space rental that explores the

interplay between data and art, inviting artists to delve into the aftermath of

historical events through the lens of information collected and interpreted, shedding

light on how these narratives shape our understanding of the past, present, and

future.

 

At BRIC, enrolled artists benefit from a range of services, from media production

training to access to state-of-the-art facilities, all provided free of charge through

their 17 million dollar annual budget. They rely upon the support of individuals,

foundations and government agencies for its operations as a nonprofit organization.

Their contributions of funds or time help deliver its vital work while expanding its

outreach.

 

BRIC stands out as more than just a cultural institution – it serves as an engine of

creativity, community building and social transformation. Through innovative

programs, inclusive approaches and unyielding commitment to excellence it

enriches countless individuals while adding vibrancy and vitality to Brooklyn. To

learn more about BRIC, please visit bricartsmedia.org.

 

“BRIC is committed to creating environments that honor, respect, and celebrate the

humanity of all people,” Jackson said. “We support our artistic and creative

communities in their efforts to affect positive social change in Brooklyn and

beyond.

 

 

BRIC President Wes Jackson emphasizes BRIC’s dedication to creativity, diversity
and social impact both locally and beyond the borders of Brooklyn.

Brooklynites can learn more about creativity in their community thanks to three Macon Library librarians.

From left to right are Peter Enzinna, Riann Roca, and Krishna Paul

 

by Lauren Peacock | [email protected]

Although some people think a library is just an archive of reading and writing, three librarians at Macon Library in Bedford-Stuyvesant (Bed-Stuy) are showing Brooklyn that it is so much more. 

It is safe to say that Riann Roca, Peter Enzinna, and Krishna Paul have mastered the world of books. But once they witnessed the vessel that their workplace was for conversation, connection, culture, and community, they could not keep it to themselves. They came together to create the podcast Bed-Stuy Tea, a safe space to spotlight locals and give them the credit they deserve. 

“There’s a really vibrant creative life that’s making use of the library and that’s taking place around the library,” said Enzinna. “I think we just wanted to tap into that and kind of have more conversations and get those conversations out there with the people in our neighborhood who are making art, making food, making life in the community a little more vibrant every day.”

The hosts on Bed-Stuy Tea interview Bed-Stuy residents to talk about their favorite books, creative projects, careers, etc. The podcast aims to show that everyone has a story, or stories, depending on what stage of life they are in. Bed-Stuy Tea allows locals to learn new things about their community and listen to interesting and true stories. 

“Bed-Stuy is such a mixing pot of different cultures, people, and history … .We learn so many different things every day just sitting at the desk and speaking to the community,” said Krishna Paul. “So it was just a way to introduce Bed-Stuy to the rest of New York and the rest of Brooklyn and give them a little taste of what we have every day.”

The podcast has put out seven episodes since April, interviewing young adult Author Ashley Woodfolk, Senior Digital Editor at PBS NewsHour Aaron Foley, Owner-Operator of Wadadli Jerk Edwin-Hughes, and more. The podcast hosts meet their guests at Macon Library, whether they stop by to check out a book, say hello, attend a workshop, use its digital and interactive resources, etc. 

“Since we are located in Bed-Stuy we are already part of a very vibrant and artistic community, so that had a huge influence on us starting the podcast,” said Roca. “We would meet people on the desks who were artists, authors, chefs, etc…Having the podcast we’re able to have a deeper conversation with them to see who they are in the community and share their art, their writing, etc. with the community.”

Bed-Stuy Tea is part of Brooklyn Community Audio, a network of Brooklyn Public Library staff and patrons. It is produced by Brooklyn Public Library’s Senior Audio Producer Virgina Marshall. Brooklyn Public Library has other podcasts, including an award-winning flagship podcast called Borrowed. Borrowed and Marshall was a huge inspiration to the hosts in creating Bed-Stuy Tea

When the idea to create a podcast hit, Roca, Enzinna, and Paul taught themselves the skills they needed to know when it comes to podcasting. 

“They just found something interesting and they taught themselves basically how to interview, how to write scripts, how to record, how to edit audio, etc. with some help from our professional producer on the staff,” said Fritzi Bodenheimer, Brooklyn Public Library Press Officer. 

The three librarians used the gear that they had on hand at the library including recorders, microphones, editing software, etc. These resources and more including two recording studios are available to anyone with a library card, which is completely free. 

“The library is like a platform of platforms. It connects people to resources and programs and capabilities that they might not know they have but that are all out there for public use as long as you have a card,” said Enzinna. 

In Bed-Stuy Tea’s upcoming season, the hosts will interview local restaurant owners in a segment titled “Á La Carte”, including Chef Amadeus Broger-Hetzner of La Antagonista located in the heart of Bed-Stuy. The hosts say they enjoyed interviewing Broger-Hetzner because he was humble, gracious, and they learned a lot about him as he talked about his stories, influences, and experiences. 

The hosts are also working on a new segment for March about Women’s History Month and will continue to discuss the library’s significance in bringing people and new ideas together.

Letter From the Editor: March 10, 2024

Dear readers,

This is my last letter as editor. I have resigned from my position. Opportunities in film, theatre, and comedy are knocking on my door and I have to answer. Want to support me? Stream my arthouse movie “Sirena’s Gallery” on Tubi. Watch my talk show “Badass Lady-Folk” on YouTube @badassladyfolk or listen on podcast platforms. The comedy TV show I co-host with Aaron Gold is on YouTube @dontmindtheshow. Our next episode is on psychics! Keep up with me on Instagram at @stoddardsays. Visit my website at WorldOfChristineStoddard.com for more to stream or a live show schedule. If you are a producer or casting director, I’m on Backstage and Casting Networks.

Thanks so much for your support!

Best,

Christine Stoddard

Meet the Turkish Immigrants of South Brooklyn: Experience the culture and taste of Turkey

By Yasin Akdag | [email protected]

According to the World Population Review, New York City is home to the second-largest number of Turkish residents in the United States, amounting to 33,686 individuals or 0.17% of the state’s population. (Who beats us? New Jersey.) In South Brooklyn, you will see neighborhoods with tight-knit Turkish communities. This is especially true for Sheepshead Bay, which is packed with tempting Turkish bakeries and restaurants that will entice you to visit.

The major migration waves of Turks to America began in 1820 and lasted up until through 1970’s, with migration still happening today. Modern Turks are known to be influenced by Western culture, with economic and educational opportunities motivating them to emigrate to the United States.

Here are just two Turkish restaurants of note:

Safir Bakery & Cafe

Photo by Yasin Akdag.

Safir Bakery & Cafe, located on Kings Highway, is the perfect place to sample Turkish cuisine. Hatice Sirin, who is the manager of Safir Bakery & Cafe, welcomes you to try their Turkish delicacies. “American people like our breakfast items and also the dessert is more than 15 or 20 kinds of baklava pistachio, walnut, and hazelnut kinds,” she says. Turkish baklava goes perfectly together with a cup of Turkish tea. Feel like a king or queen while devouring an Ottoman-themed royal breakfast.

New York City’s Turkish community is growing and continues to grow, especially on and around Kings Highway. Hatice is the perfect example of a Turkish migrant who came to the area, intending to contribute to society, and started working at the bakery when it first opened 6 years ago. Having arrived here 17 years ago, she believes that in the Turkish community of Brooklyn, everyone is looking out for each other: “Yes, everybody likes each other, everybody helps each other…Our neighborhood is very quiet and clean and safe. [There are] many Turkish restaurants, Turkish markets, Turkish cafeterias–like us,’’ she says.

One regular Safir customer, Eyip Cowen, often visits accompanied by his cute puppy named Harley. Cowen, who was born in Mersin, Turkey and grew up in London, has been in New York for 40 years and found success by importing women’s shoes from abroad. He travels back and forth every day to his Manhattan office, on Fifth Avenue. He makes sure to stop by Safir Bakery & Cafe for the freshly made food and hospitable staff.

Cowen argues that Turks flock to South Brooklyn because family leads them there: “People grow their community, the community grows. It grows by family. If you have family here, then you come to join the family and it grows. If you don’t have family, you’re not gonna come. That’s what draws you here. Not just being Turkish, but if you have a family.”

Beyti Turkish Kebab

If we head farther south to Brighton Beach, the atmosphere changes noticeably. This area is known as Little Odessa for its noticeable Russian population, but Turkish restaurants and shops are also prevalent. The beach and lively shops and restaurants make for an attractive summer destination.

Here you will meet Sadik Cicek, who brought his cooking culture with him from Hatay, Turkey and owns the restaurant Beyti Turkish Kebab. Sadık used to work for a family in Saudi Arabia as a cook for 10 years, from 1991-2001, and then his partner moved to New York City to study for 4 years and brought Cicek with him. Upon completion of his Master’s, his partner returned to his country, while Cicek chose to stay here. He has been in the States since 1997 because he saw opportunities and wanted to achieve his American dream.

By 2010, Cicek saved up enough money to open up his own restaurant, and then he brought his family here in 2011. Cooking has been a tradition in his family for generations and customers love his authentic Turkish touch.

“What I learn from my city, I make here the same way,” he says. “I didn’t change it. That’s why my customers like my food.”

In 2023, Turkey was the victim of a major earthquake, where more than 50,000 people lost their lives. The ground swallowed entire cities across southeast Turkey, affecting 11 Turkish provinces.

Unfortunately, Cicek’s city, Hatay was among the provinces that took a hard hit.

“After 2023, my city had an earthquake and many people died,” Cicek says. “I lost 45 people I knew, mostly my friends.”

Turkish politics have also driven more Turks to leave the country. Some choose South Brooklyn as their new home. The aforementioned are only two of the many Turkish businesses that make up the Turkish community in South Brooklyn. Come visit and explore more.

Photo by Yasin Akdag.

 

Functional Sculptures: Interview with Artist Cec LePage

By Meagan J. Meehan | [email protected]

Sculptor Discusses the Nature of Art and Design

Cec LePage was born in Canada and since the early 1980s, New York City has been her home. In her Bushwick studio she creates artwork that is both decorative and functional. Decorative vases and candle holders rendered in vibrantly-colored Lucite are Cec’s unique and signature approach to the material, yet she also creates sculptural artworks for gallery exhibitions and charity events such as Postcards from the Edge, which is hosted annually by the Visual AIDS charitable organization. Cec has always been driven to express herself visually and gleams inspiration from life. Feelings and emotions—both pleasurable and devastating—inspire her to create mixed-media work which seamlessly combines detailed painting with sculptural elements.

Cec recently discussed her work and career via an exclusive interview.

Meagan Meehan (MM): How did you initially get interested in art and which artists are your biggest influences?

Cec LePage (CL): My creative juices started at a very young age. I don’t recall a moment when I wasn’t busy entertaining myself with art supplies or making do with what was in front of me.

One time in particular held significance and resulted as the catalyst to my path. My father turned up one day with a 4×8 foot slate blackboard he acquired from a school renovation and he made it clear that I was to draw on this surface only and not the walls. I was so overcome with joy that the walls of which he spoke were immediately forgotten. I think I was 3 1/2 years old. Artists that have made an impact on me are wide ranging from The Surrealist to Early Christian encaustic portraits done by Anonymous. Too many artists move me to name one in particular. I love art that gives me breath, a painting or sculpture film or dance that pulls me in has an exit for the takeaway.

MM: You moved to New York in the 1980s…how was the art scene back then different from the scene today?

CL: New York in the eighties served up an ocean of opportunities, collaborations. The nightlife was extreme and obscure in the offerings from the creative approach mailed invitations and themes, a lot of themes and it was an affordable decade somehow, we could do it all. Places like Canal Street were chock filled with unusual stores which sparked fashion trends to countless options of material to build with. Canal Street Surplus launched a plethora of possibilities let alone countless carriers.  It was definitely a favorite as on could find anything there in limited amounts and the unique stock was constantly changing. And of course, Canal Street Plastic was my favorite where I had the run of the place, an open credit line and was allowed to use their equipment, which would be unheard of today. It was a time where on a dreary summer night the rain blended with the soothing sound of Saxophone being played from an open window, echoing through the cobblestone streets of SOHO. It was an intense time it was a time of love and melancholy it was a time of great creativity and a time of great loss. AIDS hit the likes of a squall at sea, drowning so many beautiful creative people and scaring our lives. It changed all of us, AIDS changed NYC.

MM: Your studio is in Brooklyn, so how does the borough influence your creativity?

CL: Always being a Manhattan Island girl where art studios became smaller and unaffordable, I found myself in beautiful industrial Bushwick with a view of the Newtown Creek and its constant avian flight, from sea gulls to geese to ducks even the occasional Egret is spotted perching on an old boat bumper. I am happy to report that I really love it here. People take a moment to talk to one another, they are genuinely interested and interesting. I love running into a random pop-up gallery and invited to enter even though it’s not yet open to the public. I love hearing bands rehearsing in a distant warehouse, some of which are extremely impressive. I love hearing a live soulful voice booming vocals from a studio that has me shaking a leg at 10:00 am and moves the elderly man walking behind me to join in, both of us snapping fingers to the beat.

These random moments take me back and fill my heart with joy.

MM: You are a designer of vases and candleholders and more. So, how did you get into design and how closely do you feel art and design are linked?

CL: I don’t think there’s a separation between art and design as the two live side by side simultaneously living in each other’s spheres. Whether sketching out ideas for a painting or sculpture, one is designing the projected possibility of what is to be created. As the old adage goes “What came first the chicken or the egg?” Designing began at the age of 14-15 years old creating cloisonné enamel jewelry starting what one could call commerce. It carried itself to acrylic jewelry the rest is history.

MM: Be honest, out of all of your creations, do you have any particular favorite piece? If so, which one and why?

CL: Insofar as my favorite piece… the last one I made is my favorite.

MM: What would you say has been the highlight of your artistic career so far?

CL: One of my big accomplishments is to have always lived on what I love to do. Having a gallery for twenty-five years, using the space as both a lab and social platform. Making a living in the arts can be a rocky road at times but that’s all part of it. The biggest accomplishment is yet to come.

To learn more about artist Cec LePage, follow her via @lepagenewyork and visit her official website: www.lepageny.com

meagan

A Review of MyssTic Escape Room in Park Slope

By Aaron Gold | [email protected]

Photo of the reviewer in front of the escape room

The atmosphere changes when you walk down the stairs to MyssTic Rooms, an escape room in Park Slope. The style is almost Sherlock Holmesian with a big leather couch and a chest you lock your valuables into. I’ve done quite a few escape rooms in my time, as well as worked for a couple of them. Aesthetics are crucial. You want to set the right mood for your customers, intriguing them to a mystery while looking professional and assuaging any idea that they’re about to be underwhelmed. Mystic Rooms on 794 Union St. accomplishes that with flying colors.

We took on the Montauk Project room, which was like embarking on our very own Stranger Things. The puzzles were challenging and clever, without ever taking gigantic logic leaps; everything flowed well. Solving puzzles to earn the next clue was a blast, and the game really rewarded you for paying attention. Teamwork was crucial for escaping on time, but no one felt their role was boring.

Everything felt creepy without being scary, so your younger ones will have a good time as well. With some word-based clues, it may be tricky for non-fluent English speakers, but as long as you have at least one person on your team who is fluent, everything should be manageable.

There’s a lot to harken back to what it was like to be a kid in the 80’s/90’s, including cassette tapes, board games, and an aesthetic that can only be described as of the time. I loved how varied the challenges of the puzzles were. Without giving anything away, we were challenged sonically, visually, and outside-of-the-box thinking was absolutely necessary.

Our cluemaster, Laura, was happy to accommodate our desire to only be clued when we ask for it, and she provided a very fun atmosphere, entrenching us in the lore without bogging us down with 10,000 things to remember.

One thing that set Montauk Project apart from many other escape rooms was that the smells changed depending on circumstances. It was a subtle yet palpable touch to creating the atmosphere that we all appreciated. If you’re looking for a challenge that will push without overwhelming you, I cannot recommend MyssTic Rooms enough.

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