Campaign to honor beloved barber Jack Skolnick with street co-naming underway in Brighton Beach * Brooklyn Paper
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The Brighton Beach community is rallying to co-name a street corner after Jack Skolnick, a beloved barber who dedicated over 60 years to serving locals with compassion and free haircuts. Initiated by his son-in-law Wayne Rosenfeld, the campaign seeks to honor Skolnick's legacy, aiming for over 500 signatures and numerous testimonials to solidify community backing. Local officials, including Council Member Inna Vernikov, have supported the effort, showing the deep impact Skolnick had on the neighborhood, engaging in charitable acts far beyond just cutting hair.
Rosenfeld expressed a strong desire to collect at least 500 signatures for the campaign to honor Jack Skolnick, emphasizing the community's love and support.
Linda Skolnick highlighted that Jack's work was more than a job; it was his purpose to serve and uplift the community.
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