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M.C. Escher's Infinite World and Mind-Bending Art is Coming to Brooklyn

The upcoming exhibition features over 200 works by graphic artist M.C. Escher who is world-renowned for his optic puzzles that play with concepts of infinity, reflection, symmetry and perspective Escher's Relativity. Image credit: M.C.

5 Brooklyn-Based Streetwear Brands Representing Brooklyn Authentically

These five streetwear brands definitely are BK All Day! Photo Credit: Planet Brooklyn Academy Originating in the early 80s, streetwear has become a fashion staple.

'Taking a Knee' - A Conversation on Sports and Activism at Brooklyn Historical Society

The Nation's Dave Zirin and Bleacher Report contributor Rembert Browne are coming together to discuss the political platform athletes have and the cost it may bring.

Brooklyn DA Gonzalez Commemorates Dr. King's 'Titanic Legacy'

"Even though Dr. King's life ended April 4, 1968, his ideas and dreams live on — they are just as powerful today as they were the day he was murdered." Photo credit: blackenterprise.

Brooklynites, Get Your Blood Pressure Checked - For Free!

The health department is collaborating with pharmacies to offer free blood pressure checks at more than 1,200 locations citywide. Photo credit: www.healthline.com One in four adult New Yorkers — 1.

Brooklyn Nonprofits Sparking Social Change Can Now Apply for 100K 'Spark Prize'

Presented by the Brooklyn Community Foundation, the Spark Prize recognizes organizations with a strong commitment to addressing critical challenges and opportunities in Brooklyn. Spark Prize winner 2018.
Adams, Williams Decry Viral Anti-Muslim Campaign 'Punish a Muslim Day'

Adams, Williams Decry Viral Anti-Muslim Campaign 'Punish a Muslim Day'

Last month, letters throughout the UK and on social media called for violence against Muslims and proposed "rewards" for anti-Muslim acts. Photo courtesy Councilmember Jumaane D.
Colorism Examined in New Film Series Hosted by RestorationArt

Colorism Examined in New Film Series Hosted by RestorationArt

The film series kicks off on April 8, featuring School Daze, Imitation of Life and Yellowman As the Marvel Comics movie Black Panther sweeps the nation, black pride and intra-cultural examination are at an all-time high for many Americans of the Afri
Brooklyn Embarks on One-Day Island Getaway at Upcoming Caribbean Food Crawl

Brooklyn Embarks on One-Day Island Getaway at Upcoming Caribbean Food Crawl

The crawl offers a great overview of Flatbush's thriving Caribbean community, as well as samples of some of the very best Caribbean cuisine in the city Photo: Eventbrite/Caribbeing Food Crawl For over 100 years, Caribbean people have been settling in

Downtown Brooklyn Partnership's Pitch Contest Shows Brooklyn's Future Looks Mighty Smart

Five startups pitched their concepts on how to improve city life with smart technology during Downtown Brooklyn Partnership's 10th pitch contest.