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NYC Teens Compete in Poetry Slam Semifinals for Cash Prize at Bed-Stuy's Restoration Corporation

NYC Teens Compete in Poetry Slam Semifinals for Cash Prize at Bed-Stuy's Restoration Corporation

Out of 12 semifinalists, six are heading to the final round to perform at Nuyorican Cafe for a grand cash prize of $1,000.
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Shop Black-Owned Businesses at Building Black Bed-Stuy's Outdoor Markets This Summer

Shop Black-Owned Businesses at Building Black Bed-Stuy's Outdoor Markets This Summer

The crucial lifeline for Black-owned businesses in Bed-Stuy is now in its fourth round of fundraising.
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The Brooklyn Museum Celebrates Filmmaker Spike Lee in Upcoming Exhibition

The Brooklyn Museum Celebrates Filmmaker Spike Lee in Upcoming Exhibition

Spike Lee: Creative Sources is an immersive installation that takes visitors into the legendary Brooklyn filmmaker's world.
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NY Liberty Star Sabrina Ionescu Wins WNBA 3-Point Contest With Highest Scoring Round in League's History

NY Liberty Star Sabrina Ionescu Wins WNBA 3-Point Contest With Highest Scoring Round in League's History

Ionescu earns first-ever WNBA STARRY 3-Point Contest title in Liberty history
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New Public Art Lands in DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park

New Public Art Lands in DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park

Eleven different barricade covers created by nine local artist will be on display for the next two years.
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Jurassic-Size Fun in a Rooftop-Size Package: Dinosaur Mini Golf Opens at BK Children's Museum

Jurassic-Size Fun in a Rooftop-Size Package: Dinosaur Mini Golf Opens at BK Children's Museum

Don't worry, they don't bite.
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BKR’s Totally Awesome Weekend Event Picks: 7/14 – 7/16

BKR’s Totally Awesome Weekend Event Picks: 7/14 – 7/16

Wimbledon, SummerStage, Ice Cream Alley and more Brooklyn events to power your weekend.
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Brooklyn Conservatory of Music Announces Recipients of Jazz Leaders Fellowship

Brooklyn Conservatory of Music Announces Recipients of Jazz Leaders Fellowship

The Jazz Leaders Fellowship provides Black women and Black non-binary jazz musicians with resources to further develop their craft and pursue projects that advance their careers.
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The Number of Lifeguards in NYC has Taken a Dive — Here's How Brooklyn's Public Pools are Handling It

The Number of Lifeguards in NYC has Taken a Dive — Here's How Brooklyn's Public Pools are Handling It

The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation has hired around 800 lifeguards for its public pools and beaches, which is a steep decline from pre-pandemic numbers.
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TikTok Star and Entrepreneur Hits the Bull’s-Eye with Newly Opened Archery Range at Industry City

TikTok Star and Entrepreneur Hits the Bull’s-Eye with Newly Opened Archery Range at Industry City

Wild Captives, the first woman-owned archery range in the U.S., opened at Industry City this month. With it comes empowering archery lessons, an endless supply of arrows and a founder redefining the sport.
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