Non-Profit & Community

Brooklynites Gear up for L Train Shutdown with Weekly 'Bike Train'

All aboard the Bike Train! North and Central Brooklyn volunteers boost commuter community with weekly bike-ride along the L.

Sep 21, 2018 1:27 PM Read more >

Christian Youth Organization Aims to 'Spread Love' at Annual Benefit

Young Life Brooklyn invites community out as partners and mentors for annual fundraiser

Sep 20, 2018 1:51 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Residents Rally Against Gentrification, Chant, 'Brooklyn's Not for Sale!'

On Saturday, Brooklyn Anti-Gentrification Network (BAN) held its second borough-wide march against gentrification, racism and overdevelopment in the borough

Sep 17, 2018 4:22 PM Read more >

Brooklyn's Oldest Synagogue Announces New Beginning

The Union Temple of Brooklyn this year will explore new traditions while searching for a new leader.

Sep 13, 2018 12:24 PM Read more >

Staggering Levels of Chemicals Found Inside Brownsville NYCHA Development

Tests detected chemicals commonly found in petroleum and dry cleaning far above the levels deemed acceptable by the federal government.

Sep 11, 2018 12:25 PM Read more >

Citys Largest State Park Honoring Shirley Chisholm Will Transform East New York's Waterfront

The project will convert 407 acres along Jamaica Bay into the Shirley Chisholm Park with a pier, trails, picnic areas and environmental education programs.

Sep 6, 2018 12:51 PM Read more >

A Fight to Keep Brooklyn Botanic Garden Out of the Shadows

Local organization claims the only green space city officials care about is the one that exists in their pockets

Sep 4, 2018 6:20 PM Read more >

Shuttle Buses to Replace G Train Service across Brooklyn and Queens

Shuttle service begins September 7 and will run for five consecutive weekends

Sep 4, 2018 9:00 AM Read more >

New Arts Festival is Coming to Downtown Brooklyn

The free festival celebrates Downtown Brooklyn's arts institutions with performances presented by Theater of War Productions, BRIC, Mark Morris Dance and much more.

Aug 30, 2018 4:06 PM Read more >

Kings County Hospital Health Fair Gets Brooklyn Kids Ready for School

Health vendors provided services, free screenings and educational materials for they entire family.

Aug 28, 2018 4:52 PM Read more >