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Free, Family Friendly Black History Month in Brooklyn: Event Calendar for Kids
Black History Month is an excellent time to educate the children about one of the toughest topics in the American historical lexicon: slavery. You can tackle it in many ways, but don't miss the chance to talk about the many roles played in American history by people of African heritage, including their artistic, intellectual and cultural contributions. African American History Month may also be a good time to discuss everyday contemporary realities, for New York children, too: income disparities, racism, discrimination and all the unfinished business of the historic civil rights movement in the US. Talk about a teachable moment...
Freezing in Brooklyn? 1 Silly and 1 Smart Suggestion
It's truly freezing this week. Here's one silly and one smart way to respond. Silly: Get yourself weather-appropriate gear. No, not North Face or Patagonia.
Friday Hurricane Update: Evacuation in Areas of Brooklyn; City Beaches Closed as of 6pm Today
Hurricane Irene precautions: All NYC beaches closed, shelters open, mandatory evacuations
From Brooklyn, How Can You Get on a Boat to See July 4th Fireworks?
It's very tempting to get out on the water on July 4th, especially to go see the Macy's July Fourth fireworks display. For a splurge, buy a ticket on a commercial cruise boat. They offer some combination of dinner, dancing, DJ's, and, most importantly, gets you out on the water where you can see (and hear!) New York's fantastic July 4th fireworks display.
From the Big Apple to the Founder of Apple: A Brooklyn Eulogy for Steve Jobs
A Brooklyn Eulogy for Steve Jobs: how Steve Jobs changed New York City and made Brooklyn a better place to live & work
Full Moon = Crazy Brooklyn?
I had to smile yesterday when I saw McBrooklyn's round-up of crazy Brooklyn news, which, as of late, touches on everything from bedbugs to local chicken farmers
Fun for a Brooklyn Weekend: December 10-11, 2011
things to do brooklyn, things to do brooklyn this weekend, december 10, december 11, december 12
G Train Service to be Extended
The trek between Park Slope and Williamsburg will soon be a bit easier to make, according to the MTA's recent announcement that it will be extending the G line
Gardening, Green Activities
Brooklyn's alive with gardeners and green-minded people. Find out where to buy fruit and vegetable plants and trees, what's going on at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and community gardens, seasonal gardening news and more.
Gay Bars in Brooklyn, New York
A guide to the best gay bars in Brooklyn for Brooklyn's gay and lesbian community.
Gay Marriage OK'd: Tips on Where to Propose Marriage in Brooklyn
Congrats on Gay Marriage Law in NY State; congratulations to gay community in Brooklyn where to propose marriage in Brooklyn
Gay Theme for Brooklyn Museum's FREE First Saturday: Out & Proud
The theme for Brooklyn Museum's FREE First Saturday this weekend is Out & Proud
Gay, Lesbian, Transgender, and Bisexual Brooklyn
Helpful information for gay, lesbian, transgender, and bisexual Brooklyn residents.
George Polk Awards for Journalism — What Do Polk & The Awards Have to with Brooklyn?
The nationally recognized George Polk Awards are administered by Long Island University. What is the connection between George Polk, the George Polk Awards for Journalism, and Brooklyn?
Get Thrifty this Halloween
The countdown to Halloween has begun, and if you're still looking for that perfect costume, try hitting up your local thrift store for inspiration. Vintage
Get Thrifty this Halloween
The countdown to Halloween has begun. If you're still looking for that perfect costume, try hitting up your local thrift store for inspiration. Vintage goods
Get Your Tickets: BAMKids Film Festival Schedule Announced
BAMKids Film Festival Schedule Announced
Get a Flu Shot in Brooklyn
Thousands of New Yorkers suffer from the flu each year, and there's no better time than now to protect yourself from the illness. If you're looking for a
Get a Free Ride This New Year's Eve: City Giving Away $30K Worth of Free Metros Cards & Debit Cards for Cab/Subway Rides Home (this anti DWI campaign brought to you by.....)
New Yorkers can get a free subway Metrocard and $15 fare to use on New Years, in a DOT program designed to reduce alcohol related accidents.
Getting From Brooklyn to Governors Island: When and Where Can One Get the Ferry?
One of the most popular outings in New York City is a trip to Governors Island, a 170-acre site oused for over 200 years for military training purposes, and long abandoned until its re-opening several years ago. It offers miles of biking and walking , interesting buildings, views of New York City, New York Harbor, the Brooklyn Bridge and more. Mixing an eerie sense of history with an exciting sense of future possibilities, the island is being repurposed for the 21st century.
Getting Married, Brooklyn-Style
If you're thinking of tying the knot anytime soon, then you won't want to miss next week's Wedding Crashers event at the Bell House: Local blog Brooklyn
Ghouls & Gourds Festival: Brooklyn Botanic Garden Halloween Event
The one-day Ghouls and Gourds Halloween event at the end of October at the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens is one of New York City's best Halloween outings.
Gift Idea: Give 'Em a Tour of Brooklyn, New York
How about giving your significant other or out of town visitors a guided tour of Brooklyn for a holiday gift? A list of the 14 best tours of brooklyn
Gift Shop at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Gift Shop at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Give Your Old Coat a New Home
This month marks the 21st annual New York Cares Coat Drive, which collects nearly 70,000 winter coats every year for New York City residents in need. The drive
Give Your Old Coat a New Home
Give Your Old Coat a New Home
Give Your Old Coat a New Home
This month marks the 20th annual New York Cares Coat Drive, which collects nearly 90,000 winter coats every year for New York City residents in need. The drive
Giving Cash for Christmas: 10 Places in Brooklyn to Get a PrePaid Visa Gift Card
One of the season's most popular holiday gifts is a cash card, such as a VISA card with a prepaid amount of money. They are readily available in a range of Brooklyn stores. Find out where to give what many people really want for the holidays: spending power.
Giving Cash for Christmas? Try a Gift Card
Visa Gift cards, and other gift cards as a holiday gift option.
Go Camping... in Brooklyn
I just read (thanks to Brownstoner) a NY Daily News item on camping in Brooklyn. That's right. Camping. In Brooklyn. It all goes down at Floyd Bennett Field
Going Postal: US Post Office Downsizing Will Cause Some Brooklyn Jobs
Brooklyn postal jobs will be lost as USPO trims its budget
Going Postal: US Post Office Downsizing Will Cost Some Brooklyn Jobs
Brooklyn postal jobs will be lost as USPO trims its budget
Going to Kindergarten in Brooklyn? Tell Your Parents When to Apply, Where to Get Info & How to Understand the System
Going to kindergarten? Know When to Apply, Where to Get Info & How to Understand the System
Going to Under the Radar Festival? Check Out Other New Theater Works in Brooklyn at St. Ann's Warehouse, The Brick
Under the Radar, the edgy festival of new plays organized by The Public Theater, doesn't have any Brooklyn venues. But there are at least two similar plays ongoing in Brooklyn, at St. Ann's Warehouse and The Brick.
Good $ News: Shoes, Clothes Under $55 Now Tax Free. Save a few bucks on NY State Tax.
Announcing a new tax break for under $55 purchases of clothing,footwear
Goodbye, Southpaw
Goodbye, Southpaw
GoogaMooga, Disney-Light in Prospect Park: What Does Brooklyn Say?
First hand account of spending a few hours at GoogaMooga event in Prospect Park
Gordon Bennett Bar Williamsburg - Irish Pub and Food
Gordon Bennett is a laid back bar with a nice selection of international brews and pub food.
Got Serious Holiday Stress, even in Fab Brooklyn? Call 1-800-LIFENET
Looking at the shoppers at Brooklyn's Atlantic Mall today, I saw a lot of stress. After all, there's a dreadful recession on. Christmas and New Year's--well,
Got a Bike? It's Bike Month
Here's to a great Monday, without those Monday blues. One way to ratchet up the fun factor this week is to hop on a bike, whether to work or for a pre- or
Got a Summer Job for a Brooklyn Teen? Sign Up Today
Brooklyn employers, including small non-profit organizations and businesses, can help employ Brooklyn youth this summer through Summer Youth Employment Program
Gowanus Canal Superfund Site: Safe to Live Near, OK for Real Estate Investment
In light of a NYTimes blog about Gowanus, Under the Gowanus Canal, Flushing Out the Stench, here's some information about Gowanus that I posted recently:
Gowanus Canal—Truth or Fiction that "Bodies Were Dumped Here?"
Today, Gowanus, the neighborhood, is one of Brooklyn's hip, up-and-coming neighborhoods. But it wasn't always that way.
Grand Army Plaza in Park Slope, Brooklyn
If Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza looks like it was airlifted out of Paris, that's because its architects fully intended to mimic Paris' famous Arc de Triomphe.
Grand Prospect Hall in Brooklyn
Find out about the ornate, historic old opera house known today as the Grand Prospect Hall, a catering facility for weddings, film shoots, and special events. Its colorful history includes visits from celebrities as famous as Enrico Caruso and Mae West.
Great Kosher Bakeries in Brooklyn NY
Great Kosher Bakeries in Brooklyn NY
Great Places to Picnic in Brooklyn's Prospect Park
There are many wonderful places to picnic in Brooklyn's Prospect Park.
Great Summer Tours of Brooklyn: Food & Beer
One interesting way to spend some time in New York City is by learning something about the Brooklyn! Brooklyn, with its rich heritage of American history, immigration, industry, ethnic diversity, architecture, intellectual creativity, politics and innovation, offers plenty of avenues for exploration. Here are two great tours focusing on food and beer.
Great Valentine's Day Gift Ideas - Where to Shop in Williamsburg Brooklyn
Don't let Valentine's Day sneak up on you this year. Here is a list of great gift ideas and where you can get them in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
Green Christmas: Bring in the New, Recycle the E-Waste: Where to Recycle Old Electronics in Brooklyn
Be environmentally friendly: Where to recycle old electronics in the pre-Christmas season.
Green Fever
St. Patrick's Day is just around the corner, and Brooklyn is already gearing up for its annual celebration of all things Irish. Even if you missed the
Green Fever
Green Fever
Green Fever
Green Fever
Green Halloween Costume Swaps in Brooklyn: A Great Idea, We Need More!
Brooklyn needs a Green Halloween, and more costume swaps; there's only one at the Wyckoff House
Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn, NY
GreenWood Cemetery in Brooklyn, NY is one of the city's most historic landmarks. Founded in 1838, GreenWood Cemetery is home to many famous individuals. Today GreenWood Cemetery covers nearly 500 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. Find out more about this national landmark.
Greenpoint Holiday Bizaar
On Wednesday the 17th, the Greenpoint Holiday Bizaar will open!
Greenpoint Open-Studios Benefit
Friday, December 10th, Greenpoint Open Studios will throw a holiday benefit at Fowler Arts Collective on 67 West Street. The event begins at 8 p.m. and runs
Greenpoint YMCA Rooms - YMCA Hostel Greenpoint
If you are looking to spend the night in Greenpoint, Brooklyn for $27.50, stay at the YMCA hostel.
Grimaldi's Pizzeria in DUMBO: Is the Pizza Worth the Wait?
One of Brooklyn's best pizzerias, Grimaldi's Pizzeria in DUMBO attracts an international clientele of tourists and visitors, many of whom like to combine a taste of this famous pizza with a walk over the Brooklyn Bridge. Is Grimaldi's a great pizzeria worth the wait even by locals, or a tourist trap? Find out about Grimaldi's Pizzeria in DUMBO, Brooklyn.
Grimaldi's, in New Location on Front Street, is Open for Business
Is Grimaldi's pizzeria, open again in a new location in DUMBO, worth the wait?
Guide to Fleet Week Brooklyn: Events, Things To Do, What It's About
Learn about Fleet Week in Brooklyn at-a-glance. Find out what's happening,where to take the kids or go with some pals to get a first-hand look at active warships and historic sailing rigs.
Guide to Walking the Brooklyn Bridge in December: Weather, Views, Where to Eat
For locals as well as visitors to New York City, a walk across the Brooklyn Bridge in December can make for a memorable outing in the holiday season. Use this free December holiday guide to plan a walk across the Brooklyn Bridge during the Christmas, Hanukah and New Year holiday season.
Guided Tours of Brooklyn: Pizza Tours, History Tours, Jewish Tours, Art Tours
Want to have some fun and learn something new about Brooklyn? Give a gift to someone for the holidays or a birthday that's really memorable? Or, entertain out of town guests? Consider taking a tour of Brooklyn.
Guns 'n' Roses and Lebowski Fest at Brooklyn Bowl
Don your best Axl Rose costume and head to Brooklyn Bowl on the 30th for
Guns in Brooklyn: Getting Involved in the Issue
Gun ownership is contested on the national stage, but Brooklyn has enjoyed a decline in gun related violence since the 1990s. However, illegal firearm possession remains a problem. City wide gun buy back programs regularly remove dozens of lethal weapons from some of Brooklyn's most dangerous neighborhoods. Proposed national legislation to override strict New York laws regulating the carrying of concealed weapons could, however, change the landscape of gun ownership in Brooklyn.
HAPPY 2012! Things to Do, Places to Go on New Year's Day (Jan 1) in Brooklyn
What to do on New Year's Day in Brooklyn, Jan 1
Halloween A-scarium at Coney Island's Aquarium: Treats, Spooky Ship, 4D Movies
Pre-Halloween: Explore a Spooky Ship, See a 4D Pirate Mini-Movie at the
Halloween Activities in Prospect Park
Halloween in Prospect Park can be a lot of fun. Take the little ones to the
Halloween Candy & Diabetes: A Challenge for Parents, Adults and Kids
10 Tips for Managing Halloween Candy for obese and diabetic kids and adults.
Halloween Costume Parades in Brooklyn
You can find tons of Halloween parades in Brooklyn. Some, like the Park Slope parade down 7th Avenue, attracts thousands of children and parents, including many from outside the neighborhood. Others are quieter, more local affairs. All are fun, child-focused and family-friendly events. Come with your costumes on!
Halloween Costume Shopping Vintage in Williamsburg
It's Halloween. You have ten costume parties to go to and no costume. Fear not; here is a list of four vintage shops in Williamsburg with a great selection of crazy clothes to help build a perfect Halloween costume from scratch - and for cheap.
Halloween Costume: Brooklyn Chewing Gum (Be a Stick, Be a Whole Pack)
Here's a wonderful, easy, and cheaply made Halloween costume idea for adults or kids: Brooklyn Chewing Gum. Be a stick of gum. Or, be a whole pack! Find out what it looks like, how to make it — and what the joke is!
Halloween Costumes for Couples: Make a Two Person Coney Island "Cyclone" Roller Coaster
Double trouble, a two person or couples costume, Brooklyn style. Here's how to be a Brooklyn the Coney Island Cyclone roller coaster, a historic Brooklyn, icon for Halloween or any costume party event.
Halloween Costumes in Brooklyn: All About DIY & ReadyMade
Get great ideas for costumes — whether you want to be the Brooklyn Botanic Garden or an Occupy Wall Street sign, make your own, find great vintage places to shop for costumes, or go green and participate in one of Brooklyn's Halloween costume shops. Find out where to find costumes in Brooklyn year round, whether for New Year's Masquerade Party, Halloween, Purim, or other costume events.
Halloween Costumes in Brooklyn: Where to Buy Costumes
Want to know where to get Halloween costumes in Brooklyn? Here are more than a half dozen tips to send you in the right direction. Boo!
Halloween Countdown in Brooklyn-Parades, DIY Costumes, Haunted Houses
Halloween in Brooklyn
Halloween Events Today, October 31 in Brooklyn
Events on Halloween Monday, Oct.31 in Brooklyn
Halloween Events in Coney Island — Adult Only, and Also Family-Friendly
Coney Island, New York's historic playground, won't disappoint on Halloween. Find out about a haunted house, trick or treating and a children's Halloween costume parade in Coney Island. Adults shouldn't miss CREEPSHOW AT THE FREAKSHOW, a Coney Island Halloween extravaganza. Festivities start mid-October (weekends) and run through the end of the month!
Halloween Fun for Adults in Brooklyn - On Halloween Night
Halloween's not just for kids. It's also an opportunity for adults to watch a midnight showing of the Rocky Horror Show. Or go to Coney Island to a memorable performance of the Creepshow at the Freakshow. Or head to a hipster haven for live music with a ghoulish theme. Here are a few of the best Brooklyn Halloween venues for adults. Check their calendars in September or early October to see what's happening, when.
Halloween Harvest Activities
Find out about Brooklyn's halloween harvest activities for kids and families, including the annual Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum Halloween Harvest.
Halloween Sunday & Monday
Events on Halloween Monday, Oct.31 in Brooklyn
Halloween Weekend: Parties, Costumes, Kids Parades & Things to ... Boo!
Halloween in Brooklyn: Overview of events for adults, kids, costumes
Halloween and more at The Knitting Factory
If you're in the Halloween mode but don't have an outlet for your enthusiasm, head to the Knitting Factory in Williamsburg, Brooklyn tonight, October 11th, for
Halloween at the A-scarium in Coney Island, Weekend Fun for Kids Begins Oct. 15
Halloween at the NY Aquarium in Coney Island begins October 15th with three consecutive weekends of fun, including meet and greet with the Addams Family cast members.
Halloween for Kids
Haunted houses and horror films too scary for your little goblin? These family-friendly Halloween activities offer good times for kids of all ages.
Halloween for Kids in Brooklyn
Haunted houses and horror films too scary for your little goblin? These family-friendly Halloween activities promise to offer good times for Brooklyn kids of
Halloween for Kids: Top Picks in Brooklyn
Not sure what to do with the kids for Halloween in Brooklyn? Here are some top picks!
Halloween in Brooklyn
Halloween in Brooklyn: Halloween parades, trick or treating, costume ideas, and holiday fun. Find out about witches, Halloween cupcakes, spooky music, and more.
Halloween in Brooklyn
Halloween in Brooklyn: Parades, Haunted Houses, Costumed Dogs, Pumpkin Patches & More
Halloween in Brooklyn
Attention all you costume-loving Brooklynites: Halloween 2009 is officially here, and whether you're looking for a kid-friendly parade or just something
Halloween in Brooklyn
Halloween hits this Friday, and whether you've been planning your costume for months or plan on spending the night at home, it's going to be a busy day in
Handiwork at Lefferts Historic House
This weekend, let the kids experience life in Brooklyn, pre-electricity. Free
Handyman at Your Service
I'm a big fan of Brooklyn Based, and their recent article on The Fixers Collective, a group of Brooklynites who
Hanukkah Calendar of Events in Brooklyn, 2011: Matisyahu! Latke Fest! FREE Latkes!
Hanukkah Calendar of Events in Brooklyn, 2011
Hanukkah Do's & Don'ts for Non Jews: What to Give Jewish Friends for Hanukkah
So you want to get your Jewish friend a Hanukkah gift? When and what should you buy as a holiday present for person who celebrates Hanukkah? Here are 8
Hanukkah Events in Brooklyn New York
Hanukkah Events in Brooklyn: What's happening for Hanukkah in Brooklyn? Find out about special things to do with friends and family, whether you live here, or are visiting from Manhattan or Minneapolis, Milano or Kfar Masaryk. Eat latkes, see menorahs being lit in public plazas, and go to community Hanukah parties. After all, it's Brooklyn! Happy holidays.
Hanukkah Events in Brooklyn New York
Hanukkah Events in Brooklyn: What's happening for Hanukkah in Brooklyn? Find out about special things to do with friends and family, whether you live here, or are visiting from Manhattan or Minneapolis, Milano or Kfar Masaryk. Eat latkes, see menorahs being lit in public plazas, and go to community Hanukah parties. After all, it's Brooklyn! Happy holidays.
Hanukkah in Brooklyn
Hanukah, sometimes spelled Hanukkah or Chanuka, is the Jewish winter Festival of Lights. Find out how it's celebrated in Brooklyn, where to watch public lightings of one of the world's tallest menorahs, when Chanukah falls this year, where the best Hanukkah parties are, special Hanukkah performances, the best latkes, and more.
Happy Brooklyn Birthday, BWAC: Red Hook Artists Group Celebrates 20th With Food, Art
BWAC artists group is having a 20th anniversary celebration and art show in Red Hook
Happy Columbus Day!
Happy Columbus Day!
Happy Easter, Happy Passover!
Happy Easter, Happy Passover!
Happy July 4th Weekend, Brooklyn!
What to do on July 4th, 2011 in Brooklyn!
Happy Kwanzaa!
Hanukkah and Christmas may be behind us, but Kwanzaa is just beginning, and the holiday season's still going strong. Looking for a way to celebrate? Try one of
Happy Kwanzaa!
Happy Kwanzaa in Brooklyn: What's going on
Happy Labor Day! West Indian Parade, Beaches, What's Happening Today
Labor Day 2011 events in Brooklyn, and 9/11 anniversary calendar
Happy New Year! New Beers from Brooklyn Brewery for 2012
New beers from Brooklyn Brewery
Happy Palm Sunday, Brooklyn!
Palm Sunday in Brooklyn
Happy Thanksgiving! Beautiful Weather for a Brooklyn Bridge Walk!
It's a warm Thanksgiving in Brooklyn today, perfect for a walk across the Brooklyn Bridge.
Happy [Lunar] New Year!
The Year of the Ox officially begins next week, and on Sunday, Brooklyn will be ringing in the new year with an all day celebration in the Brooklyn Botanic
Has Brooklyn Done Enough to Honor Martin Luther King Jr? What's Named after MLK?
In some cities, the name Martin Luther King graces major streets, schools, parks and more. What in Brooklyn New York is named after Martin Luther King, Jr.?
Hate Valentine's Day, Brooklyn?
Hate Valentine's Day? Here are 17 other things to celebrate (literally) this February.
Hate Valentines, Brooklyn? 14 Alternative Things to Celebrate (For Instance: National Tortellini Day)
Yes, it's true that we are coming up on Valentine's Day. You can celebrate it seriously, listen to some moody Valentine's blues, written by a guy from
Haunted Walks, Halloween Games & Haunted Houses in Brooklyn Parks
Haunted Walks, Halloween Games & Haunted Houses in Brooklyn Parks
Have a Happy Mother's Day at Home: The Brooklyn Stoopnic
Have a Happy Mother's Day at Home: The Brooklyn Stoopnic
Have a Picnic at Brooklyn Bridge Park Overlooking Statue of Liberty
For the most American of American moments, take a little trip to Brooklyn Bridge Park near the Brooklyn Bridge, next to DUMBO and close to historic Brooklyn Heights. Lady Liberty is so close you might as well invite her for a sandwich and pickles!
Head to Sleep Early, You Might Be Up at 5 with Howlin' Irene
Head to Sleep Early, You Might Be Up at 5 with Howlin' Irene
Health
A guide to health in Brooklyn NY, including information on Brooklyn hospitals, emergency rooms and mental health services, and information about weight loss programs and care giving services in Brooklyn. Also includes information on emergency preparedness, and articles on spas in Brooklyn and fitness in Brooklyn.
Healthy & Vegetarian Restaurants in Brooklyn - Vegetarian Food in Williamsburg
Whether you're a vegetarian or just trying to eat healthier, these five restaurants offer up delicious meatless meals. Vegan, vegetarian, and healthy food in Williamsburg, Brooklyn
Healthy Exercise Activities in Williamsburg Brooklyn - Healthy Active Brooklyn
Ideas on how to enjoy e activities in Williamsburg, Brooklyn that will keep you fit and in shape.
Hello, August in Brooklyn! What's Happening?
Hello, August in Brooklyn! What's Happening?
Hello, February! What's Happening this Month in Brooklyn
What's Happening this February in Brooklyn
Hello, Monday: Things to do in Bklyn this Week
Things to do in Bklyn
Hellooo, Mickey. 2000 Brooklyn Stadium Workers to Get Disney Training
2000 Brooklyn Stadium Workers to Get Disney Training
Henny Penny, The Sky is Falling at Two Major Park Slope Religious Institutions
Park Slope's Old First Reformed Church of Brooklyn and Beth Elohim both have collapsed roof problems; charitable donations accepted for the holidays.
Hi Tech Haunted House: Gravesend Inn, A Theatrical Halloween Show
Don't miss this high-tech haunted hotel, the Gravesend Inn, complete with theme-park quality bells and whistles, guaranteed to produced chills. It's a high tech haunted house production called Gravesend Inn, in Downtown Brooklyn, produced by one of the local colleges.
Historic Boerum Hill + Beer = Your Tuesday Night
Tomorrow night the Boerum Hill Association is hosting a historical pub walk through three of the neighborhood's most popular bars: Brazen Head, Brooklyn Inn,
History
In this guide, learn about Brooklyn NY's five centuries of American history: before and during the American Revolutionary War, its role in black history, American military and labor history, and Brooklyn contributions to New York City in art, culture, food and architecture. Includes local Bklyn neighborhood histories and walking tours. Iconic landmarks include the Brooklyn Bridge, the Verrazano Bridge and the Williamsburgh Savings Bank.
History of the Domino Sugar Factory in Williamsburg - Domino Sugar Factory History in Brooklyn
Read a history of the Domino Sugar Factory in Williamsburg, Brooklyn and find out why this abandoned old building is the source of great controversy in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
Hit a [Brooklyn] Beach, Baby!
Hit a [Brooklyn] Beach, Baby!
Hit a [Brooklyn] Beach, Baby!
July is nearly here, we're in the prime of summertime, and nothing says summer like a day at the beach. Sun meets fun at Brooklyn's three beaches,
Holiday Gift Shopping in Brooklyn - Best Brooklyn Shops for Holiday Gifts
These eight boutiques in Brooklyn will cater to your unique gift-giving needs this holiday season. Find the best shops in Brooklyn for holiday gifts and get your loved-one something special.
Holiday Gifts for Foodies in Brooklyn - Brooklyn Foodies Gift Ideas
This holiday season make your foodie friend or loved one in Brooklyn jump for joy with these culinary classes or food related presents.
Holiday Gifts? Shop Smart at Craft Fairs at Brooklyn Schools (December 3 & 4, 2011)
Craft Fairs for Holiday Gifts at Brooklyn Schools This Weekend
Holiday Shopping in Brooklyn
With so many amazing Brooklyn holiday markets and craft fairs, it's definitely possible to get your holiday shopping done without ever leaving the borough.
Holiday Shopping in Brooklyn
Never, in all my time living in this borough of ours, have I seen so many amazing Brooklyn holiday markets and local craft fairs. This is a year, my friends,
Holiday Tree Recycling
If your Christmas tree is still sitting in your living room, and you're sitting around (like me) trying to figure out how to dispose of it, consider making a
Holiday Tree Recycling
Holiday Tree Recycling
Holiday Tree Recycling
If your Christmas tree is still sitting in your living room, and you're sitting around (like me) trying to figure out how to dispose of it, consider making a
Holidays and Special Events in Brooklyn NY
Here's information on special events in Brooklyn, from Chinatown's New Years Celebrations to the Labor Day Caribbean American Parade. Included are the Cherry Blossom Festival, Mother and Fathers Day, Passover and Easter, Women's History Month, Thanksgiving and the NY Marathon.
Hotel Delmano - A Speakeasy Cocktail Bar in Williamsburg
If you are looking for expertly mixed cocktails and a romantic atmosphere, look no further than Hotel Delmano.
Hotels in Brooklyn: Major Chain Hotels
Brooklyn's universe of hotels is expanding, and includes chain hotels, boutique hotels and bed and breakfast. Learn about what national brand chain hotels are in Brooklyn, NY
Hotels, Bed and Breakfasts, and Other Places to Stay in Brooklyn
Information about hotels, bed and breakfasts and other accommodations in Brooklyn NY
Housing Works, the Brooklyn Thrift Shop, Has Special Christmas
The NYC upscale thrift store dedicated to AIDs, Housing Works, has two shops in Brooklyn, both offering holiday specials.
How Black is Brooklyn? What is the Racial Com
Brooklyn, long a predominantly black borough of New York City, has undergone rapid gentrification. What is the racial composition of Brooklyn, according to the most recent US Census data?
How Brooklyn Savvy are You?
How Brooklyn Savvy are You?
How Brooklyn Savvy are You?
So you think you know Brooklyn? Find out just how knowledgeable you really are by taking this trivia quiz. From the best pizza in town to the politicians that
How Can We Help? A Note from Brooklyn to Hurricane-Flooded Vermont, Massachusetts, Delaware, Jersey & Elsewhere
A note from Brooklyn to Hurricane Irene victims in Vermont, Massachusetts, Delaware
How Can You Get a Job at the Barclays Center Stadium in Brooklyn?
For years the Atlantic Avenue stadium, the Barclays Center, home to the new Brooklyn Nets, has been a controversial topic. Few jobs have materialized. But a few months before the opening of the stadium (which will also be a venue for concerts, boxing and other mega-events), New York City Mayor Bloomberg and other officials announced 2,000 new jobs will be filled in the months ahead. Find out more about the jobs, and whether you might qualify as a special priority applicant.
How Do You Get to DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park After Walking Across the Brooklyn Bridge?
If you're walking across the Brooklyn Bridge, how do you then walk to DUMBO, where you can eat pizza at Grimaldi's, see a play at St. Ann's Warehouse, or go to the River Cafe. And what are the walking directions from the Brooklyn Bridge to Brooklyn Bridge Park?
How Do You Get to Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn & What Happens There?
How Do You Know if a Zip Code is in Brooklyn?
This is a frequently asked question: how do you know if a zip code refers to a Brooklyn residence or business?
How Far Are Brooklyn's Neighborhoods from the Indian Point Nuclear Plant?
How Far Are Brooklyn's Neighborhoods from the Indian Point Nuclear Plant?
How Far Are Brooklyn's Neighborhoods from the Indian Point Nuclear Plant?
How Far Are Brooklyn's Neighborhoods from the Indian Point Nuclear Plant?
How Far is the Brooklyn Bridge to the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens in Miles or Kilometres?
How Far is the Brooklyn Bridge to the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens in Miles or Kilometres?
How Long Does It Take to Walk Across the Brooklyn Bridge?
How long does it take to walk across the Brooklyn Bridge?
How Long is the Brooklyn Bridge? An Answer in Miles and Kilometres
People often wonder how long the Brooklyn Bridge is. Here's the answer, in both miles and kilometres.
How Long will the Brooklyn Bridge be Under Repair or Construction, Anyway?
How long is the Brooklyn Bridge going to be under construction, anyway?
How Many Calories Can You Burn Walking Across the Brooklyn Bridge?
For dieters, every calorie counts. And who isn't watching their weight these days? A walk across the Brooklyn Bridge seems like it's good exercise, right? Enough to merit a meal of pizza at a DUMBO pizzeria or a croissant at Almondine? Find out how many calories it will burn.
How Many Millions in New York State Unclaimed Funds are from Brooklyn Zip Code 11226 ?
How much unclaimed money being held by NY State's Office of Unclaimed Funds comes from the Brooklyn New York zip code 11226, which includes Prospect Park South and sections of Flatbush, among other areas?
How Many People Cross the Brooklyn Bridge Per Day?
The Brooklyn Bridge is one of the most popular of America's bridges. And, it's well used. How many people cross the Brooklyn Bridge every day?
How Many People Walk the Brooklyn Bridge Every Day? How Many Bikes & Cars Cross It?
How many people walk across the Brooklyn Bridge every day? How many people drive across it? Or bike across it? The Brooklyn Bridge is one of NYC's most popular tourist attractions, and one of the most famous bridges in the United States. It also happens to be a very practical, frequently used way to get from Brooklyn to Manhattan and back, by foot, automobile or bike.
How Many Places are Named Brooklyn in the US?
How Many Places are Named Brooklyn in the US?
How Many Roller Coasters are there at Coney Island?
How Many Rollercoasters are there at Coney Island?
How Many is 47,000? ING New York City Marathon's Size Boggles
It's hard to understand just how many runners participate in the New York Marathon. How many jumbo jets would the NYC Marathon runners fill? How many times would they fill, say, Madison Square Garden in New York or the Royal Albert Hall in London? Here's a way to wrap your brain around the number of starters registered for 2011: 47,000.
How Much in New York State Unclaimed Funds are from Brooklyn Zip Code 11217?
New York State's Office of Unclaimed Funds holds unclaimed financial property such as unclaimed bank accounts. How much unclaimed property, in the form of funds, is in Brooklyn New York zip code 11217, which covers part of Park Slope, Boerum Hill and streets near Atlantic Avenue?
How Much in New York State Unclaimed Funds are from Brooklyn Zip Code 11235?
How much unclaimed money being held by NY State's Office of Unclaimed Funds comes from the Brooklyn New York zip code 11235, which covers Brighton Beach, Sheespshead Bay and Manhattan Beach.
How Safe is It? Brooklyn Bridge Rated as Structurally Deficient
Recent media reports on the Transportation for America report on the nation's infrastructure has made it seem that the Brooklyn Bridge is structurally deficient. Is it safe?
How To Find a Zip Code for Those Holiday Gifts & Cards Being Sent to Brooklyn, NY
How to find a zip code in Brooklyn for sending holiday gifts or Christmas cards.
How To Get One of Those 2,000 Jobs Promised for Barclays Center Stadium
How To Get a Job at Barclay's Center
How did Brooklyn get its name?
How did Brooklyn get its name? Learn about a place that was once known as
How far is Indian Point Nuclear Reactor from Brooklyn?
How far is Indian Point Nuclear Reactor from Brooklyn?
How long is the Prospect Park loop?
How long is the Prospect Park loop? If you're running in Prospect Park, you'll want to monitor your distance.
How to Apply for Food Stamps in Brooklyn
Yesterday Brooklyn blogger mcbrooklyn posted a guide to applying for food stamps in Brooklyn, including links to a list of local food stamp centers, the city's
How to Apply to Public School Kindergarten in Brooklyn
Get tips on applying to public school kindergarten in New York City. But the first tip for families is this: start early, and do your homework! Learn more about how Brooklyn parents seeking a place for their little ones in the public elementary school’s kindergarten class can be prepared well before the September school year begins to register their children.
How to Buy Shmura Matza from a Brooklyn Matzah Factory
6 Passover tips on buying Shmura Matzah from a Brooklyn factory for seder or a gift.
How to Get Tickets to Cyclones Baseball Games in Coney Island
Find out where, when and how to get tickets to the 2012 Cyclones baseball game, and what special, family-friendly fun is happening every night of the week.
How to Get a Place in New York City's Five Boro Bike Tour
How to Get a Place in New York City's Five Boro Bike Tour
How to Get from the Brooklyn Bridge to Prospect Park (Walking)
Two of Brooklyn's main attractions, the Brooklyn Bridge and Prospect Park, are only two miles apart. Visitors are happy enough to walk across the Brooklyn Bridge, but there's more to Brooklyn than just DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park, where most people wind up. Here's how to keep on walking...past good pizzerias, bagel joints, a premier cultural institution, new basketball stadium, and more interesting spots along the way....all the way to lovely, verdant Prospect Park. A good time to make this trek would be a summer weekend, when the weather is fine, or on a balmy New Year's Eve to see the New Year's Eve fireworks in Prospect Park.
How to Get to Barclays Center, the Nets Stadium
Directions for getting to the new home of the former New Jersey Nets, now the Brooklyn Nets, at Barclays Center, in Brooklyn, New York City.
How to Get to Brooklyn Bridge Park & DUMBO - Directions by Foot, Subway, Bus, Ferry & Car
DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park are big tourist attractions and are among the closest destinations for visitors who walk from Manhattan across the Brooklyn Bridge. How do you get to Brooklyn Bridge Park and DUMBO's various attractions, such as Fulton Landing, Grimaldi's Pizza, St. Ann's Warehouse, art galleries and East River parks by subway, ferry, bus or car?
How to Get to Governors Island from Brooklyn (for Free!)
Yet another reason to love summer 2010 in Brooklyn: From June 5 to October 10, the city is running free weekend ferries to Governors Island. So pack a picnic,
How to Get to Park Slope Brooklyn - Subway Stations, Subway Lines
Park Slope is growing in both size and popularity. With hundreds of restaurants and shops, interesting entertainment venues and an appealing school district, it's a Brooklyn neighborhood that's worth a visit. But Park Slope is served by seven different subway stations. What's the best way to get to where you're going, by subway, in Park Slope?
How to Get to the Red Hook Ball Fields in Brooklyn, NY
How to Get to the Red Hook Ball Fields in Brooklyn, NY: Get directions to the Red Hook Ball Fields, where you'll find New York City's most delicious South American eats and treats. The Red Hook Ball Fields are located at the corner of Clinton Street and Bay Street in Brooklyn.
How to Search for Lost Money: NY State Has Millions in Unclaimed Assets. Is Some Yours?
NY State has millions of dollars in unclaimed cash and accounts, waiting for their owners to claim the funds. Find out how to investigate whether you have money that can be reclaimed.
How to Talk to Kids about September 11: Book Tips for Parents of Under 12-Year Olds
September 11, 2001 is a day that will continue to be evocative for years, but it's hard to explain the the trauma of those events to children who weren't even yet born when Al Queda struck the World Trade Center in New York and the Pentagon in Washington, DC. One way to teach pre-teen children about this difficult topic is by reading age-appropriate books. For both teachers of elementary school, and parents, here's a list taken from the catalog of the Brooklyn Public Library of children's books about September 11th.
How to Walk Across the Brooklyn Bridge, From Manhattan to Brooklyn and Brooklyn to Manhattan
Learn about walking across the Brooklyn Bridge, one of New York City's most famous, and popular, sites. Find out where to access the bridge, what to look for, where to take photos, how long the repair work will be ongoing, and more.
How to Walk from the Brooklyn Bridge to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden
How to Walk from the Brooklyn Bridge to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden
How to Walk the Brooklyn Bridge & Where to Stay in Brooklyn-Visitors Guide
Basic info for tourists and Brookynites with guests, from where to stay to how to walk across the Brooklyn Bridge.
How to Walk the Brooklyn Bridge & Where to Stay in Brooklyn-Visitors Guide
Basic info for tourists and Brookynites with guests, from where to stay to how to walk across the Brooklyn Bridge.
Huge Free Music Fest Tuesday! Music in 10 Neighborhoods plus 24 Hour Hymn to the Manhattan Bridge with "Lemon Jelly" Concert. Also, Play a "Pop Up Piano" in Your 'Hood
Announcing Make Music New York event in DUMBO by Nick Franglen
Huge List of NY Mothers Day Ideas - Brooklyn
Huge List of NY Mothers Day Ideas - Brooklyn
Hunting for Hamenstaschen in Brooklyn NY
Brooklyn's 5 best places to buy Purim hamenstaschen
Hurricane Irene: Will Brooklyn Residents Be Able to Get to Work on Monday?
Will Brooklyn residents be able to get to work on Monday if Hurricane Irene hits?
Hurricane Survived, We're Sprinting toward Labor Day, Fatter from Eating Our Way Through Irene Weekend
Hurricane Survived, We're Sprinting toward Labor Day, Fatter from Eating Our Way Through Irene Weekend
Hurricanes, Storms, Earthquakes, Emergency Preparedness & Natural Disaster Preparedness
Find out what happens in Brooklyn when there's a huge storm, earthquake, hurricane or other natural disaster. Know what to pack in a go bag, what your checklist of essentials is, where to evacuate if need be, how to spend the time cooped up until the storm's over, how to manage post-disaster insurance claims and more, in Brooklyn.
ID New York - Men's Boutique Williamsburg
ID New York is a men's fashion boutique on Bedford Avenue.
II. Medgar Evers College Continues Black History Month- Open to Public, Free
Find out the terrific roster of free, public programs are being held for Black History Month during the week of February 6-10th at Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn. It's a window onto the issues facing African Americans today, from understanding the legal and justice system, to depictions in film and art of the struggles and accomplishments of African Americans, to discussions of HIV-AIDS.
III. In Brooklyn, Medgar Evers College Offers Free Programs for Black History Month
Week three of the Black History Month festival at Medgar Evers College includes Valentine's Day film showings of
IKEA in Brooklyn
IKEA in Brooklyn offers not only the standard IKEA shopping experience, but also a fabulous waterfront location with a small park, and a ferry that transports you from Manhattan's South Street Seaport and back in twenty minutes.
ING New York City Marathon
This Sunday, thousands of runners will take over the city during the annual ING Marathon.If you'd like to cheer on the competitors as they make their way
IPhones Available Tomorrow at Verizon Brooklyn
Verizon starts selling iPhones tomorrow. Find out where to find Verizon stores in Brooklyn.
IV. Medgar Evers Black History Month Events, Lectures, Films, Discussions
From a discussion of Henrietta Lacks, to questions about the history and relationship between blacks and Jews, to a discussion of health disparities, Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn hosts a lively program for Black History Month. Get the particulars.
Ice Skating in Prospect Park
Looking for a way to burn off that Thanksgiving pie?You're in luck -- This Friday, Prospect Park's 47-year-old Wollman Rink will be opening to the public,
If Your Family Once Lived in One of These 12 Brooklyn Neighborhoods, They Might Have Money They Don't Know About
If your elderly family lived or lives in one these 12 Brooklyn neighborhoods, they just might have unclaimed funds.
Ikea Brooklyn in Red Hook
Ikea Brooklyn is located in Red Hook, a Brooklyn neighborhood. Ikea Brooklyn opened in 2008 and has been a popular Brooklyn shopping spot ever since.
Ikea's "Get There" Giveaway
New York City's first Ikea doesn't open in Red Hook until June 18, but the store is drumming up excitement for the big day with an instant win sweepstakes.
Impact of 2011 Hurricane Irene in Brooklyn: Environmental, Consumer, Emergency Preparedness
Several days after Hurricane Irene, what is the preliminary assessment of the environmental, consumer, and business impact of the hurricane in Brooklyn New York?
In Brooklyn, Halloween is a Cat o'Nine Lives: 9 Halloween Parades Today in Brooklyn, All Day, Everywhere, & Free
Halloween parades today and tonight in Brooklyn, from Bay Ridge to Williamsburg, and of course Park Slope.
In Brooklyn? Where to Watch the Fleet Week Op Sail Procession of Ships
Every year, Fleet Week brings dozens of extraordinary ships to New York City. Some dock in Brooklyn, others head to Manhattan. But the first day of the event, widely covered by the media, entails an amazing parade of ships sailing one by one into New York Harbor. Find out where to see this event in Brooklyn.
In DUMBO, Grimaldi's to Get A New Neighbor: Patsy's Pizzeria (& History Repeats Itself, Sort Of)
Brooklyn pizza history is being revisited as the original owner of Patsy's Pizzeria, now Grimaldi's , returns to DUMBO in its original location, while Grimaldi's moves next door.
In Early April, Cherry Esplanade Not Yet in Bloom at Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Photo © Ellen Freudenheim
In Memorium: Duke Snider of the Brooklyn Dodgers
A memorial note on Duke Snider's death; he was one of the great Brooklyn Dodgers.
In One Year, the Nets Will Be Here
In One Year, the Nets Will Be Here
In the Danger Zone? Brooklyn Close to Nuclear "Peak Injury Zone" for Indian Point
The Brooklyn Bridge is 50 miles from New York State's controversial nuclear power plant, Indian Point. Of course, Brooklyn is part of the Big Apple. But in the dread meltdown scenario — if an accident, terrorist attack or rare earthquake were to cause deadly levels of radiation to be released from Indian Point — what would the implications be, not for all of New York City, but specifically for Brooklyn? It's a question that bears discussion.
Inauguration Celebrations in Brooklyn
Can't make it to D.C. for today's historic happenings? From festivities with Marty Markowitz at Borough Hall to parties, balls, and more, the Brooklyn Paper
Income Tax 101 for Brooklyn Filers
Basic information for filing taxes in Brooklyn, NY.
Indian Point is 50 miles from Brooklyn: Nuclear Risk? What to Do?
Shut It Down Forget the petty dispute about bike lanes in Park Slope, folks; let's get serious: What if something caused a meltdown at the 40-year old
Indie Culture in Brooklyn
Many neighborhoods in Brooklyn, including Williamsburg, Bushwick, Greenpoint, Crown Heights, Red Hook and parts of Coney Island,are home to bars, music venues, stores, recording studios, poetry readings, bookstores, collaborative projects, art galleries, art studios, writers workshops, publications and other activities that have an
Indie Music in Brooklyn: Battle of the Boroughs
The popular public radio stations, WNYC and WQXR host the annual
Indoor Public Sports Facilities in Brooklyn
Indoor Public Sports Facilities in Brooklyn
Inexpensive Wedding Site? Try a Carousel
It's not really a metaphor for marriage, a carousel. But engaged couples thinking ahead to a spring wedding in Brooklyn might be daunted, in this economy, by
Insane Thanksgiving Menu at Fatty 'Cue
If you haven't been to Williamsburg BBQ meca hot-spot Fatty Cue yet, you are in for a treat. Why not eat Thanksgiving dinner there? For $59 gets you turkey,
Internship Available at Coney Island Museum-NonProfit, Arts, Theater Skills
Internship at Coney Island Museum available.
Interview with Benita R. Miller, Esq., honored for Women's History Month 2011
Interview with Benita R. Miller, Esq., social entrepreneur and founder of Brooklyn Young Mothers Collective, honored for Women's History Month 2011
Invented in Brooklyn
Last weekend I started researching things invented in Brooklyn and ended up with some interesting finds. Did you know, for instance, that the deep-fried
Iona Bar - Irish Pub in Williamsburg
Iona is a friendly Irish bar in Williamsburg with a wonderful garden.
Irene: 6,000 Households in Brooklyn Without Power Sunday Morning, Says Con Ed
There are now power outages in NYC and Brooklyn, according to Con Ed, with 6,000 households reporting outages
Irish Pubs in Brooklyn
Once very Irish indeed, Brooklyn today offers a huge range of international-style drinking opportunities. But for those who love an Irish pub, here are a few good suggestions for Irish food and drink.
Is Brooklyn Vulnerable to an Earthquake at Indian Point Nuclear Reactor in Upstate NY?
Is Brooklyn Vulnerable to an Earthquake at Indian Point Nuclear Reactor in Upstate NY?In the aftermath of the immense 2011 tsunami and earthquake in Japan, politicians and pundits began to re-examine the question of whether the greater New York area could suffer an earthquake, and what impact it might have on a 40-year old nuclear reactor in Indian Point.
Is Brooklyn a Popular Baby Name?
Is Brooklyn a Popular Baby Name?
Is Brooklyn's Restaurant Week a Bargain? Or Not?
Is Brooklyn's Restaurant Week a Bargain?
Is Mom Visiting for Mother's Day? 12 Affordable, Zagat-Rated Restaurants in Brooklyn
mothers day in Brooklyn: restaurant recommendations
Is Mom Visiting? 12 Affordable,Zagat-Rated Restaurants for Brooklyn Mothers Day
So you're living in Brooklyn, and here comes mom for a visit. It's Mother's Day. What to do? What restaurant to take her to? Here are a dozen recommendations of slightly off the beaten track restaurants that are affordable, won't be overcrowded,and are highly rated by Zagat. Some, but not all, feature Mother's Day specials. Oh, and all twelve restaurants happen to be named after women.
Is There a Fourth of July Parade in Brooklyn? Yes, But Not on July 4th!
Fourth of July parades are even more American than applie pie. They're a staple even of many American communities. In Brooklyn, there's a small, local and patriotic parade that's scheduled well before July 4th weekend, held in the neighborhood of Dyker Heights.
Is There an Outlet Mall in Brooklyn?
An answer to the pocket-book urgent question: Is There an Outlet Mall in Brooklyn?
Is the Atlantic Mall or Atlantic Terminal Mall Near the Atlantic Ocean?
Is the Atlantic Mall or Atlantic Terminal Mall Near the Atlantic Ocean? A short discourse on the relationship between shopping and the ocean.
Is the Brooklyn Bridge Open or Closed During the NY Marathon? Can You Walk It?
A lot of New York City's streets and a few bridges are closed for hours during the New York City Marathon. Can you walk across the Brooklyn Bridge, bike across the Brooklyn Bridge, and drive across the Brooklyn Bridge during the New York City Marathon?
Is the Brooklyn Bridge Safe? Or Structurally Deficient?
The Brooklyn Bridge was classified as
Is the Brooklyn Bridge Walk way Open or Closed Today? Repair and Construction on the Brooklyn Bridge
Planning to walk the Brooklyn Bridge? Find out whether there's construction detours on the Bridge, which is under repair until 2014.
It Seems Obvious, But My House Guest from Abroad Asks: WHERE is Brooklyn? And Where's that Brooklyn Bridge?
Where is the Brooklyn Bridge?
It's Bike Weather in Brooklyn!
At first glance, NYC might seem like a cycling death trap, but there are plenty of great paths in Brooklyn where you can calmly pedal your cares away. If you're
It's Dyker Heights Lights Season in Brooklyn
This is a time of year when Brooklyn's Dyker Heights neighborhood literally, well, shines: The area, famous for its elaborate Christmas decorations, currently
It's Movie Season in Brooklyn
Summertime is movie time in Brooklyn, and some of the year's biggest movie festivals are just around the corner. The annual Rooftop Films series is already
It's My Park Day Brooklyn: Calendar of Events
Every May,volunteers can spend a few great outdoor hours on a Saturday during the annual emay It's My Park Day. Find out what this year's schedule is, and where and when you can volunteer. It's fun, it's green, and it's really helpful to the environment! Family-friendly.
It's My Park Day in Brooklyn, Annual May Community Park Clean Up & Environmental Party
Want to explore Brooklyn, beyond the tourist spots your same-old-same local parks? Use the annual May
It's My Park Day in Brooklyn: Fun Annual Community Effort Greens Parks, Playgrounds
One of the things that makes Brooklyn so great is that it's not Manhattan — meaning, it's greener. Find out how, when and where to participate in It's My Park Day in Brooklyn, an annual May environmental event that brings communities together. Sure, some of the projects just involved sweeping up. But how about volunteering at a historic house? Or a hidden corner of shoreline? Find out what's happening, what's cool.
It's My Park Day in Brooklyn: When and Where?
Find out where and when It's My Park Day is in Brooklyn, New York. It's a wonderful, free, outdoor, family-friendly community event that takes place across the borough. Join in for a few hours and do a little yard work or gardening, and get connected to the community.
It's Official: With the "Brooklyn Nets," Brooklyn is A Real Brand
Brooklyn Nets have been named, well, the BROOKLYN Nets.
It's Picnic Time in the City
Not only does International Picnic Day take place in June, but it's also officially National Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month. Why not celebrate by hitting
It's Picnic Time in the City
Not only does International Picnic Day take place in June, but it's also officially National Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month. Why not celebrate by hitting
It's Picnic Time in the City
It's Picnic Time in the City
It's Picnic Time in the City
Not only does International Picnic Day take place next month, but June is also officially National Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month. Why not celebrate by
It's Turkey Time
I just got an email from Stinky Bklyn about a
It's the Year of the Rabbit! Celebrate Chinese New Year in Brooklyn's Sunset Park With Parade, Firecrackers (Sunday Feb. 6)
It seems appropriate to do this blog in a traditional festive Chinese red color... Celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year, the Year of the Rabbit! The holiday
James is a popular, upscale neighborhood restaurant in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn.
A review of the restaurant James, in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn.
January Credit Card Blues: Avoid Late Payment Fees! Postage Stamps Just Increased from 44 to 45 Cents
The price of a stamp just went up one penny
January Events Calendar
It's a new year in Brooklyn, and there's definitely fun to be had in 2009. From polar bears to philosophy, art shows to a songwriters' exchange, there's plenty
January Events in Brooklyn
It's January in Brooklyn, and 2010 has officially arrived! Check out this month's calendar for fun happenings for nearly every day of the month. Click here
Japan's Serial Disasters: How Brooklyn Can Help
The news and videos of Japan's recent earthquake and tsunami are heart-rending. If you are a Brooklyn resident, and want to make a philanthropic contribution
Japanese Hill and Pond at Brooklyn Botanic Gardens
Japanese Hill and Pond at Brooklyn Botanic Gardens with Cherry Blossoms,
Jewish Historical Initiative Documents Brooklyn's Jewish Past
Jewish Historical Initiative Documents Brooklyn's Jewish Past
Jobs News Flash: Bloomberg and Barclays Promise 2,000 Jobs at Barclays Center
Bloomberg and Barclays Promise 2,000 Jobs at Barclays Center
Jobs in Brooklyn: Independent Book Publishing, Magazines, Ad Agencies
Brooklyn's sprouting new small businesses in surprising industries. Two are advertising and publishing, both of which, traditionally, were as Manhattan-centric as could be. But as more and more creatively talented people have moved to Brooklyn, they've capitalized on the lower real estate prices and more relaxed atmosphere that Brooklyn offers. Plus, for many people, working near home has undeniable benefits: no commuting!
Jobs, Jobs, Jobs: What Do You Know About Jobs in Brooklyn?
Jobs in Brooklyn
Jobs: Are there Jewish Book Publishers in Brooklyn?
Jobs: Are there Jewish Book Publishers in Brooklyn?
Jobs: What Does Brooklyn Offer Artists?
Thousands of artists live and work in Brooklyn. As in most cities, some artists can make a good and even excellent living through their art; others subsidize their art work by doing day jobs.