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10 Reasons to Give February as Black History Month the Side Eye

Photo: Medium.com As Black History Month comes to a close, let's have real talk: Black History Month has got some issues.

Community Celebrates Dr King's Legacy with 'A Shared Dream' Tribute Concert in Bed-Stuy

"This tribute concert provides a platform for people of all ages to not only be reminded of Dr. King's life and legacy, but to encourage us all to continue to fight for what's right no matter how tough the road ahead may look," said Senator Parker.

Study: Bed-Stuy, Crown Heights Listed Among the Nation's Most Gentrified Areas

Bedford-Stuyvesant's/Crown Heights's 11216 ZIP code has seen the biggest spike, as the median home value rose a dramatic 194 percent - more than in any other Brooklyn neighborhood.

NYC Offers Free Flu Shot Vouchers to Uninsured, Underinsured

The flu shot vouchers are available at three central Brooklyn locations on a first-come, first-serve basis for New Yorkers seven years of age and older who do not have health insurance. Photo credit: www.scarymommy.

Locally Grown Produce, 'Fresh in February?' NYC Agriculture Collective Is Working on It!

Two Brooklyn-based farm projects stood out at the 'Fresh in February' event, hosted by the NYC Agriculture Collective, showcased new agricultural technologies that can provide city dwellers with fresh produce year-round Wall showcasing hydroponic uni

Photos: 'The Business of Brooklyn' Exhibit Celebrates 100 Years of Bklyn Businesses

The exhibition highlights the past 100 years of Brooklyn's business history, from the borough's days as a shipping and manufacturing hub to its current business landscape of mom-and-pop shops and big brand names.

New Fort Greene Co-Working Space Fosters Community and Local Economy

Fort Greene Commins founder Sam Utne promotes neighborhood, community and productivity with his new co-working model.

New Anti-Smoking Media Campaign Encourages New Yorkers to Keep on 'Quitting'

The new anti-smoking campaign stresses: Almost everyone who successfully quits smoking requires multiple attempts - keep on trying, regardless how many times you tried.

This UrbanGlass Beadmaking Program Challenges and Changes Lives

For over twenty years UrbanGlass's beadmaking scholarship program has provided creative and entrepreneurial skills to artsy, low-income women in New York.
Flatbush Councilmember Jumaane Williams Announces Run for NY Lt. Governor

Flatbush Councilmember Jumaane Williams Announces Run for NY Lt. Governor

Jumaane Williams readies himself to be a critical, progressive voice in Albany as he challenges the current NY administration from the left.