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Middle Schoolers Take to the Streets of Crown Heights, Bed-Stuy to Protest Gun Violence

Middle Schoolers Take to the Streets of Crown Heights, Bed-Stuy to Protest Gun Violence

The walkout is a culmination of a 2 1/2-month learning expedition in which gun violence is studied across a variety of disciplines, including English, social studies and science.
Happy Pride Month, Brooklyn! Here's How to Celebrate

Happy Pride Month, Brooklyn! Here's How to Celebrate

Here's how Brooklyn is celebrating Pride all of June.
DanceAfrica 2023 Recap: Photos and Videos of the Electrifying Dance Spectacle

DanceAfrica 2023 Recap: Photos and Videos of the Electrifying Dance Spectacle

In case you missed it or if you'd like to relive the fun, BK Reader has a recap of the 46th Annual DanceAfrica Festival: “Golden Ghana: Adinkra, Ananse, and Abusua."
‘I’m Gonna Bet on Myself’: Meet Some of Brooklyn’s Newest Business Owners Opening After COVID

‘I’m Gonna Bet on Myself’: Meet Some of Brooklyn’s Newest Business Owners Opening After COVID

Many of Brooklyn’s new business owners have taken risks to pursue their visions after a rough three years. Here’s how they’re doing now.
BKR’s Totally Awesome Weekend Event Picks: 6/2 – 6/4

BKR’s Totally Awesome Weekend Event Picks: 6/2 – 6/4

Photoville, a Prospect Park walking group, a Pride-themed comedy show, the annual DUMBO toy drop and more Brooklyn events to power your weekend.
Brooklyn Nets' Rising NBA Esports Star Tariq Reed is a Virtual Force

Brooklyn Nets' Rising NBA Esports Star Tariq Reed is a Virtual Force

The Nets Gaming Crew, an official NBA esports team based in Barclays Center, is currently training for its next championship, and virtual star Tariq Reed is on a mission to make Brooklyn proud.
Unmasking the Skyrocketing Cost of Food in Brooklyn, Pt. 1

Unmasking the Skyrocketing Cost of Food in Brooklyn, Pt. 1

The pandemic boom of overanxious shoppers stockpiling foods is over. Why, then, are grocery shoppers paying so much now for so little? In this two-part series on food shopping in Brooklyn, BK Reader examines some of the reasons and possible solutions for the outrageously high cost of food.
Gullah Geechee Brunch is a 'Sweet Catch' in Prospect Lefferts Gardens

Gullah Geechee Brunch is a 'Sweet Catch' in Prospect Lefferts Gardens

Step off busy Nostrand Avenue into a cool, coastal-inspired oasis for a carafe of mimosas and a seafood-rich brunch.
Hip Hip Hurray for Memorial Day!

Hip Hip Hurray for Memorial Day!

Not to be confused with Veterans Day which celebrates American veterans (survivors) of war, Memorial Day is a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
See How These Bed-Stuy Fourth Graders Taught Adults How to Code and Fly a Plane

See How These Bed-Stuy Fourth Graders Taught Adults How to Code and Fly a Plane

During Master Class Day, the elementary school students of Bed-Stuy’s Ronald E. McNair P.S. 5 showcased their prowess in STEM, aviation, urban gardening and more.