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Health Department Launches Baby Cafe to Promote Breastfeeding in Brooklyn

Health Department Launches Baby Cafe to Promote Breastfeeding in Brooklyn

The initiative also includes the distribution of educational toolkits in neighborhoods with the low breastfeeding rates In recognition of National Breastfeeding Month, the Health Department's Center for Health Equity unveiled on Thursday a new breast
It's a Reunion! Def Poetry Jam is Coming to the Billie Holiday Theatre

It's a Reunion! Def Poetry Jam is Coming to the Billie Holiday Theatre

Curated by Def Poetry Jam founder Danny Simmons, the reunion will bring Sonia Sanchez, Ursula Rucker, Steve Colman and many more to Brooklyn! RestorationART is celebrating the launch of its 2018 - 2019 season with a very special event: The Def Poetry
C4Q is Recruiting Low-Income New Yorkers Who Want Tech Careers

C4Q is Recruiting Low-Income New Yorkers Who Want Tech Careers

The Access Code program aims to boost diversity in the tech industry by teaching underserved populations how to code.
NYC Comptroller Launches Parent Petition to Get Speed Cameras Turned Back on

NYC Comptroller Launches Parent Petition to Get Speed Cameras Turned Back on

The State Senate ended its legislative session in June without reauthorizing the speed camera program, Comptroller Stringer is mobilizing New Yorkers to get the program reinstated.
The Nation's First Media Freelancers Hub Will Open in Brooklyn

The Nation's First Media Freelancers Hub Will Open in Brooklyn

The new Freelancers Hub will provide free workshops, networking space, legal clinics, benefits assistance and more to independent workers in media and entertainment Brooklyn will be home to the nation's first 'Freelancers Hub,' providing free network
Literary Salon Rediscovers the Legacy of Zora Neale Hurston at the Billie Holiday Theatre

Literary Salon Rediscovers the Legacy of Zora Neale Hurston at the Billie Holiday Theatre

Author Deborah Plant, Dr. Indira Etwaroo and Dr.
New Bed-Stuy Clinic Provides Care for Underserved Community

New Bed-Stuy Clinic Provides Care for Underserved Community

The new Bed-Stuy clinic is initially offering pediatric care; adult primary care and women's health services will be added in mid-September.
Elvis Resurrected (Again)! ... This Time, Out of Bed-Stuy

Elvis Resurrected (Again)! ... This Time, Out of Bed-Stuy

Two local Elvis enthusiasts are working on an off-Broadway musical highlighting the life and times of "The King of Rock and Roll!" When the U.S. declared its independence in 1776, it did away with the British monarchy.
Brooklyn Pols Call on Community's Support for Bill to Protect Homeowners

Brooklyn Pols Call on Community's Support for Bill to Protect Homeowners

State Senator Montgomery and Assemblymember Wright co-sponsored a bill that requires homeowners to be notified about constructions on neighboring properties to protect their homes from potential damages.
Photos: Meet the 2018 Fort Greene Community Heroes

Photos: Meet the 2018 Fort Greene Community Heroes

Everyday heroes of Fort Greene are in the focus of this new photo exhibit and, rightfully so, they are being celebrated by their local community!