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'Making Rent in Bed-Stuy,' Gentrification from a GentrifierÂ’s Viewpoint

Brandon Harris, middle Cultural activities are flourishing in Bedford-Stuyvesant. In the summer of 2016 Fulton Park got a theater, and then the Billie Holiday Theater officially reopened in May after a two-year renovation.
Look For The Silver Lining

Look For The Silver Lining

What can we do to regain a sense of equilibrium in these troubled times? "The Art of Seeing" by Michael Milton a heart full of joy and gladness Will always banish sadness and strife So always look for the silver lining And try to find the sunny side
Noel Pointer Foundation Celebrates 22 Years of NYC Music Education

Noel Pointer Foundation Celebrates 22 Years of NYC Music Education

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Employment Opportunities: Jobs in Brooklyn

Employment Opportunities: Jobs in Brooklyn

Seeking employment? Here are five new opportunities posted this week within just a few miles from where you live: Starbucks barista - Store# 24401, 309 GOLD ST job in Brooklyn, NY Company : Starbucks Job Title: barista - Store# 24401, 309 GOLD ST Job

Search for Barclays Center Gunman Still Ongoing

photo credit: amny.com A gunman shot a man in the ankle near the Barclays Center on Wednesday afternoon, sending bystanders running and sparking a search for the suspect, reported NBC .

Juneteenth NYC Celebrates Youth Empowerment in Brooklyn

Juneteenth NYC 2017 Celebrating freedom for all, Umoja Events hosts its 8th annual Juneteenth celebration, a family-friendly event on Saturday, June 17, at Gershwin Park/Lincoln Park, to commemorate the historical event of 1865 in Galveston, Texas.

Knitting for a Cause at Bed Stuy's Slip Stitch Needlecraft

Slip Stich Needlecraft Bedford Stuyvesant's only yarn/fabric/supplies shop Slip Stitch Needlecraft Needle & Fiber Arts Boutique re-opened its doors with a fresh look for the summer season and celebrated the joyous occasion by honoring World Wide

Beach Body, Smeach Body... (on Summer and Getting Motivated!)

Krystal: It's summer, which means one of two things for each and every one of us: We've either worked on our beach body, or drowned ourselves in excuses for not working on our beach body in time.

Northside Festival 2017 Brings Music and Innovation to Brooklyn

Another successful year for the biggest block party of North Brooklyn! Northside Festival Main Stage at McCarren Park.
298 Affordable Apartments Coming to Prospect Heights' Pacific Park

298 Affordable Apartments Coming to Prospect Heights' Pacific Park

Mayor Bill de Blasio announced on Monday the opening of 535 Carlton Ave, bringing affordable housing to Pacific Park in Prospect Heights.