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NYC 2020 Budget: Increased City Funding Will Keep Bklyn Arts Vibing and Thriving

Brooklyn Music School, BAM and Irondale Theater are some of the institutions to receive a financial boost from the city's budget

Jun 27, 2019 4:30 PM Read more >

Cornegy Hosts 'Sharing Economy Weekend' to Boost Local Businesses

Throughout the weekend, Brooklynites can receive free, discounted rides from Lyft, Citibike and Zipcar to shop at local small businesses

Jun 27, 2019 1:39 PM Read more >

Brooklyn's Public Pools Are Officially Open!

Brooklynites can cool down at eight different locations in Bushwick, Bedford Stuyvesant, Brownsville, East Flatbush and Fort Greene.

Jun 27, 2019 12:31 PM Read more >

Hip-Hop/Soul Royalty Nas and Mary J. Blige Are Coming to Brooklyn!

The two will be bringing a stacked setlist of songs spanning both of their careers to the Barclays Center

Jun 27, 2019 11:05 AM Read more >

Report: Booming Brooklyn Innovation Economy Outpaces Manhattan, Major U.S. Cities

Brooklyn is taking the lead in innovative industries related to technology, creativity and invention, the study reveals.

Jun 26, 2019 1:09 PM Read more >

Photos: The Prospect Park Soiree Under the Stars!

Oh, you didn't know about this party? Well it's only one of Brooklyn's most celebrated outdoor parties of the year.

Jun 26, 2019 12:44 PM Read more >

NYC's Free Summer Meals Are Back in Session

Beginning June 27, the city offers free summer meals at nearly 1,200 locations for all NYC kids under 18.

Jun 26, 2019 10:52 AM Read more >

NYC 2019 Primaries: Louis Strikes Again, Defends Flatbush City Council Seat

In addition to picking their representative for the 45th City Council District, Brooklynites were also asked to cast their votes for several judicial positions.

Jun 26, 2019 1:16 AM Read more >

'Art Meets Music' for Bushwick Fundraiser Benefitting Puerto Rico Recovery

The benefit event will raise funds for medical supplies, storm readiness kits and volunteers to help rebuild Puerto Rico which is still ravaged by Hurricane Maria

Jun 25, 2019 3:42 PM Read more >

ASPCA to Open Low-Cost Vet Center in East NY

The East New York center will provide low-income pet owners with access to basic veterinary care, including vaccinations and spay/neuter surgery.

Jun 25, 2019 12:12 PM Read more >