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Flatbush Mom Publishes Children's Book for Traveling Tots

Flatbush Mom Publishes Children's Book for Traveling Tots

"Remy Takes Flight," by Salisha Shears, helps little travelers learn what's in store at the airport. Salisha Shears poses with her new book outside a cafe in Ditmas Park.
Accomplished Artist, Arts Administrator Kristina Newman-Scott to Helm BRIC as New President

Accomplished Artist, Arts Administrator Kristina Newman-Scott to Helm BRIC as New President

Kristina Newman—Scott, who currently serves as the first immigrant and first woman of color as the director of culture for the State of Connecticut, will join BRIC in September Kristina Newman-Scott will be BRIC's new president.
Wingate Concert Series Returns with Johnny Gill, Estelle and Wyclef Jean

Wingate Concert Series Returns with Johnny Gill, Estelle and Wyclef Jean

Vivian Green, Barrington Levy, JJ Hairston, Slick Rick, Kool Moe Dee, among others, are also joining this year's eclectic roster of performers. Johnny Gill, Estelle and Wyclef Jean are among the headliners for this year's Wingate Concert series.
That's Entertainment! BAM and Downtown Brooklyn Partnership Bring Outdoor Movies to Ashland Plaza

That's Entertainment! BAM and Downtown Brooklyn Partnership Bring Outdoor Movies to Ashland Plaza

'That's Entertainment!' is a part of the 'Downtown Brooklyn Presents Series at The Plaza at 300 Ashland' which also features concerts, theater shows, poetry readings and dance classes.
Pioneering Hip-Hop Journalist Disccusses 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill' at Bklyn Museum

Pioneering Hip-Hop Journalist Disccusses 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill' at Bklyn Museum

Author Joan Morgan will be joined by scholar Dr. Yaba Blay, activist Michaela Angela Davis and feminist writer Kierna May to celebrate her new book on Lauryn Hill's iconic album Photo credit:simonandschuster.
First Saturdays Returns with a Celebration of the Caribbean Diaspora

First Saturdays Returns with a Celebration of the Caribbean Diaspora

The popular community event attracts thousands of visitors each month with a packed program of free art and entertainment. Photo credit: NYCgo.
How Artist Sarah Elizabeth Charles Redefines Jazz with 'Soulcial' Commentary

How Artist Sarah Elizabeth Charles Redefines Jazz with 'Soulcial' Commentary

Crown Heights musician and educator Sarah Elizabeth Charles is stretching the idea of jazz, while bringing light to questions of gender bias, incarceration and police brutality
NYC Libraries' New Culture Pass Gives Free Access to the City's Top Museums and Attractions

NYC Libraries' New Culture Pass Gives Free Access to the City's Top Museums and Attractions

Thanks to NYC's public libraries you now have another option to get your culture fix — for free.

'Half a Picture,' New Exhibit Takes a Feminist Look at Brooklyn Museum's Collection

"Half the Picture" features over 50 artists who created their works in response to social and political events such as the Civil Rights era and the #MeToo movement. Mickalene Thomas "Madame Mama Bush in Black and White.
Bring Your Dancing Shoes, Bklyn Library's Plaza Swing Series is Back!

Bring Your Dancing Shoes, Bklyn Library's Plaza Swing Series is Back!

Swing through summer with free weekly dance lessons and concerts at Grand Army Plaza. StringsNSkins will take the stage on July 18.