The Montauk Club

25 Eighth Avenue, Park Slope Sun:1pm-4pm, last entry 3:45pm architect: Francis H. Kimball, 1889 services: restrooms available, food/beverages Inspired by a Gothic palace along Venice's Grand Canal, the Club is often referred to as the Crown Jewel of Park Slope. Step past the Club's famous frieze frames to enjoy the stained-glass windows and mahogany-paneled interiors. subway: 2, 3 to Grand Army Plaza, Q to 7th Ave. www.montaukclub.com I've been here a couple of times for family gatherings. My cousin, who makes "Vivian" wedding clothes for kids, and family are members. The terracotta moldings, or "frieze" which the photos on the sites don't show, depict the "contact" between the native Long Islanders and the Europeans.