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Feb 16: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Lenny Kravitz

Feb 16: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Lenny Kravitz

The singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist has been ranked among the 100 Greatest Artists of Hard Rock.
Feb 15: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Hattie Carthan

Feb 15: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Hattie Carthan

Carthan was a community activist and environmentalist who was instrumental in improving the quality of life of Bedford Stuyvesant
Feb 13: Brooklyn Black History Maker, John Davis

Feb 13: Brooklyn Black History Maker, John Davis

Davis was a legend in Olympic weightlifting who remained unbeaten for most of his near two decades-long career
Feb 12: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Carmelo Anthony

Feb 12: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Carmelo Anthony

Over the course of his basketball career, Anthony has become one of the game’s great scorers.
6 Things to Do With Your Boo in Brooklyn This Valentine’s Day

6 Things to Do With Your Boo in Brooklyn This Valentine’s Day

Whether you’re spending this Monday with friends, family, or having some quality me-time, we've rounded up some activities that are sure to please.
Feb 10: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Christopher Wallace aka The Notorious B.I.G.

Feb 10: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Christopher Wallace aka The Notorious B.I.G.

Wallace was one of the greatest and most influential rappers of all time
Flatbush Caton Market Rebrands as Flatbush Central, Ushering New Era for Marketplace

Flatbush Caton Market Rebrands as Flatbush Central, Ushering New Era for Marketplace

The market has moved to a space on Flatbush Ave, which includes upgraded amenities, expanded space for food vendors and new programming to engage entrepreneurs and the broader community
Feb 9: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Eddie Murphy

Feb 9: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Eddie Murphy

Eddie Murphy was listed as one of the “100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time” by Comedy Central
New Caribbean Restaurant Island Shack Opens in Fort Greene

New Caribbean Restaurant Island Shack Opens in Fort Greene

A new Caribbean spot has opened in Fort Greene, just a short walk from the park, BAM and the Barclays Center
Feb 8: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Ernesta G. Procope

Feb 8: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Ernesta G. Procope

The gutsy “Woman of the Year” made Wall Street respect Bed-Stuy