The Early Word: Brooklyn Commune is Hiring

1. is looking for someone to do some "back of the house" work, including washing dishes, bussing tables, running food and keeping the place tidy. The job would include weekends and some weeknights, and is well-suited for a high schooler looking to pick up some extra money. The gig would begin the first week of September, so anyone interested should stop by the restaurant and talk to Chef Chris or Eugenie, or leave your information at the counter.

2. Remember: A meeting to discuss West Nile Virus in Windsor Terrace will be held today at 4 p.m. at CB 7. for more info. 

3. The Daily News has a story on Prospect Park's new push-button signals, which would force cyclists to stop at red lights. 

4. Bring your compostable material to today from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., and watch old food scraps transform into nutrients for plants!

5. Alternate side parking rules are in effect today.