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DOT Approves 3 New Open Streets in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn Heights and Carroll Gardens

DOT Approves 3 New Open Streets in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn Heights and Carroll Gardens

One block of Lexington Avenue, one block of Remsen Street and seven blocks of Smith Street will be closed for pedestrian and school use.
Prom Dresses Giveaway in East NY for Middle and High School Students in Temporary Housing

Prom Dresses Giveaway in East NY for Middle and High School Students in Temporary Housing

On Saturday May 28, from 11:00am – 3:00pm, State Senator Roxanne J. Persaud will host a “Prom Wear Giveaway”
'The Food That Made Us' Brings Free Food Trucks to Brooklyn for Immigrant Heritage Month

'The Food That Made Us' Brings Free Food Trucks to Brooklyn for Immigrant Heritage Month

The celebration will treat New York City residents to a weekend of festive food, encouraging them to explore their heritage and celebrate the month with their neighbors
This Weekend's Tribute to Brooklyn Rap Legend is Going to be B.I.G.

This Weekend's Tribute to Brooklyn Rap Legend is Going to be B.I.G.

The birthday celebrations for The Notorious B.I.G will include dance parties, lighting tributes, a concert and special MetroCards.
Sak Pasé Nation Presents: The Haitian Flag Day Festival You've Been Waiting For ...

Sak Pasé Nation Presents: The Haitian Flag Day Festival You've Been Waiting For ...

This is the time for all Haitians and all who love Haiti to "Leve Drapo Nou Wo!" (Raise your flag high!)
MTA Celebrates Biggie's Bday with Limited Edition MetroCards

MTA Celebrates Biggie's Bday with Limited Edition MetroCards

The cards, a collector's item, will only be available at four subway stations near his old Bedford-Stuyvesant stomping ground
BK Parks Advocates Urge Mayor to Make Good on Campaign Promise of 1% of NYC Budget for Parks

BK Parks Advocates Urge Mayor to Make Good on Campaign Promise of 1% of NYC Budget for Parks

Parks advocates say the budget cuts, and resulting loss of staff, will immediately impact the quality of Brooklyn parks

The Block is Hot! Tompkins Ave Open Streets Returns for the Baddest Summer Block Party in Brooklyn!

Tompkins Avenue Open Streets will kick off in Bed-Stuy on May 15, at 12:00pm, with local leaders and special musical guests
Where to Take Your Favorite 'First Lady': BK Reader's Mother's Day Picks 2022

Where to Take Your Favorite 'First Lady': BK Reader's Mother's Day Picks 2022

From brunches, to cruises; from sip-and-paint parties, to Broadway plays, we've curated a diverse list of options for honoring your mother on this special day!
The Gentlemen’s Factory: A Men's Social Club Serious About Black Business. Seriously.

The Gentlemen’s Factory: A Men's Social Club Serious About Black Business. Seriously.

The Brooklyn-based networking space for Black and Brown men has taken root and is poised for growth.