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Legendary Cuban Band Yoruba Andabo Embarks on U.S. Tour, to Present Master Classes in Brooklyn

Yoruba Andabo A lot is changing with America's improved ties to Cuba, initiated and brokered by President Barack Obama. One fringe benefit is the opening of the borders for travel between the two countries.

Stars of New York Dance Behind The Scenes: Rev. David K. Brawley and Karisma Jay

On Friday, November 13, at the Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts, Stars of New York Dance will open for its 6th annual performance, honoring Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams.

VIDEO: Jimmy Kimmel Spoofs Gentrification, Spike Lee's 1989 Classic in 'Do the White Thing'

Scene from Jimmy Kimmel Live's "Do the White Thing" The arms of gentrification in Brooklyn are bountiful and spread far and wide.
It's all About That Beard Life! National Beard and Moustache Competition Coming to Kings Theatre!

It's all About That Beard Life! National Beard and Moustache Competition Coming to Kings Theatre!

It's all about the facial hair subculture that's sweeping the U.S.! When one thinks of the magnanimous beard, the elderly bajo-playing hillbilly may first come to mind. Others may envision the 20-something Williamsburg hipster.

Try Experiential Yogic Art... out of a Uhaul Truck!

flower mandalas Central Brooklynites, come experience yogic art and meditative mandalic gazing this Wednesday! But wait... all of this taking place...

Brooklyn Museum to Host Conversation with LGBT Activist/Artist Zanele Muholi

Zanele Muholi: Isibonelo/Evidence, showing at the Brooklyn Museum now through November 8, 2015 Photo Courtesy: The Brooklyn Museum Zanele Muholi: Isibonelo/Evidence , showing now at the Brooklyn Museum, is the most comprehensive museum exhibition to

Brooklyn's Local 'Stars' Prepare to Dance for a Cause in the 6th Annual The Stars of New York Dance Competition

On Friday, November 13, seven beloved and respected leaders in the community will lace up their dancing shoes, get some pep in their step and get ready to take part in the 6th Annual The Stars of New York Dance-- a lively, thrilling and hilariously f

African Futurists Chen Lo and Asante Amin Say, 'Gimme Dat!'

Asante Amin and Chen Lo of Soul Science Lab Chen Lo and Asante Amin are Bed-Stuy-based musicians, part of a production company called Soul Science Lab that creates futuristic music that speaks to contemporary themes rooted in an African past.

VIDEO: Watch Restoration Rock Out on Fulton St!

The crowd at Restoration Rocks, October 10, 2015 Restoration Rocks 2015! Hosted by Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation — the nation's first and oldest community development organization— and its Center for Arts & Culture, Resto
Brook-Lens: Photos from Restoration Rocks! 2015

Brook-Lens: Photos from Restoration Rocks! 2015

Kimberly Nichole Saturday was another successful show day for Restoration Rocks 2015, a free block party and kick-off to the week-long Bed-Stuy Alive ! celebration.