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International African Arts Festival Returns this Weekend to Commodore Barry Park

International African Arts Festival Returns this Weekend to Commodore Barry Park

This year's headliners include roots rock reggae band Akae Beka, Grammy-nominated jazz duo The Baylor Project and the Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago. Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago.
Flatbush Org Launches Social Media Campaign Against Increased Police Presence in Bklyn Neighborhoods

Flatbush Org Launches Social Media Campaign Against Increased Police Presence in Bklyn Neighborhoods

Equality for Flatbush's initiative calls on Brooklyn residents to post photos and videos of NYPD presence in their neighborhoods using the hashtag #NoCommunityOccupation Equality for Flatbush founder Imani Henry. Photo courtesy of Imani Henry.
Photos: BP Adams Leads Stroller March Against Trump's Family Separation Policy

Photos: BP Adams Leads Stroller March Against Trump's Family Separation Policy

The outcry of the more than 500 participants was loud as they pushed strollers and carried signs through the streets, chanting “Love, not hate makes America great,” and “No Walls, no cages.”
Clinton Hill's Myrtle Avenue Plaza Debuts with Free Summer Programming and Events

Clinton Hill's Myrtle Avenue Plaza Debuts with Free Summer Programming and Events

After more than a decade, Myrtle Avenue Plaza is open and ready to serve the Clinton Hill community with free fitness programs, kids events and music performances.
New Starbucks Has Venti-Sized Hopes for Bed-Stuy

New Starbucks Has Venti-Sized Hopes for Bed-Stuy

Find out why there's more than coffee in store at the Starbucks in Bed-Stuy A mural of Bed Stuy, complete with flourishing coffee trees painted by Brooklyn-based muralist Olalekan Jeyifous.
Kings County Doctor Performs Innovative Hand Surgery While Patient is Awake

Kings County Doctor Performs Innovative Hand Surgery While Patient is Awake

The 45-minute surgery doesn't require general anesthesia nor pre-operative procedures such as EKGs or chest X-rays, and is expected to have fewer complications Dr.
Emergency Town Hall Called in Brownsville to Address NYCHA Housing Violations

Emergency Town Hall Called in Brownsville to Address NYCHA Housing Violations

The town hall was called by Councilwoman Ampry-Samuels to include NYCHA residents and their feedback in the legal process. Alicka Ampry-Samuel addresses the full room and commences the emergency town hall meeting this past Monday.
Photos: Healthfirst's Annual Health and Wellness Expo Returns to Brownsville

Photos: Healthfirst's Annual Health and Wellness Expo Returns to Brownsville

Healthfirst's annual Brownsville health expo encourages local residents to take charge of their health and feel good about it Photo courtesy of Healthfirst On Saturday, Healthfirst hosted its annual Healthy Village Brownsville, a day dedicated to edu

Afro Pas de Deux Festival Explores the Complexities of Race and Gender Through Dance

This year's festival will feature a conversation with renowned guest choreographers, a master class and a post-performance reception with the artists.
Report: Brooklyn Economy Sets Records, Bed-Stuy is Booming

Report: Brooklyn Economy Sets Records, Bed-Stuy is Booming

A report by the NY State comptroller finds: B etween 2009 and 2017, job growth exceeded 70 percent in Bedford Stuyvesant, and business sales have more than doubled in the area. Bed-Stuy is booming. Photo credit: allevents.