Central Brooklyn
Ah, fall. Leaves changing, light golden, air crisp. Pumpkin everywhere. Literally, everywhere. In everything. The amount of pumpkin on the market can sometimes be overwhelming, but never fear. We’ve rounded up the best fall treats the Borough has to offer—we even snuck two alcoholic drinks in there just
Arts & Culture
via Kings TheaterLiving comedy legend, JOHN CLEESE, is heading in your general direction for a live and truly unforgettable evening of conversation and audience Q&A on July 22 at Kings Theatre [http://www.kingstheatre.com/calendar/john-cleese-with-monty-python-the-holy-grail/] . Absurd and/or ridiculous questions only, please. A limited number of
Nonsponsored
Last year’s rollout of Culture Forward [/new-plan-aims-move-brooklyns-culture-forward-retaining-artistic-character-fortgreene/] has blossomed into this year’s Culture Forward Festival [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/culture-forward-festival-kick-off-party-tickets-37390237206] . With Jimmy Kimmel coming to town next week just as events [/weekend-art-events-october-12-15-bric-jazzfest-brooklyn-horror-festival-park-slope-comedy-festival/] like Jazzfest, the Brooklyn Horror Film Festival, and the Pa
Announcements
Via The Office of Brooklyn Borough President Eric AdamsOn Sunday, August 6th, Borough President Adams [http://www.brooklyn-usa.org/] will host an “International Day of Friendship [http://onebrooklynfund.org/international-day-of-friendship]” celebration in Brooklyn, his fourth annual festival recognizing the hundreds of cultures and ethnicities that make Brooklyn an unparalleled center
News
Photo via Facebook/On Stage at Kingsborough. [https://www.facebook.com/OnStageAtKingsborough/photos/a.418807574833035.81980.204863736227421/1033311030049350/?type=3&theater] On Stage at Kingsborough is a performing arts center that brings world-class shows of all types, such as dance, theater, and music, to Kingsborough Community College. They just
fort greene
The chicken shish kebab entree at Deniz is only a menace to those with tiny appetites. (Courtesy Fort Greene Focus/Justin Fox)Here’s a recap of what went down this week. Follow us on Twitter [https://twitter.com/ftgfocus], like us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/FortGreeneFocus], and
Nonsponsored
Surveillance footage of burglary at Acme Wines & Spirits (Photo courtesy of Acme Wines & Spirits)Police believe they have identified the suspect responsible for at least six March break-ins in the Park Slope neighborhood. At the 78th Precinct Community Council Meeting that took place Wednesday night, 78th Precinct Captain
Business
Postmark Cafe is one of at least five businesses recently burglarized in the Park Slope neighborhood. (Photo by Park Slope Stoop)At least five small businesses have been victim to a spate of recent burglaries that have taken place throughout the neighborhood in March. Aji Fusion Sushi [http://www.ajifusionsushi.
Announcements
This is the last week to get your A Taste of Fifth tickets. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to taste your way down Fifth all under one roof! 40+ eateries and watering holes feeding you their unique food and drinks while you meet with neighbors, local merchants, dance
Announcements
Two weeks until you get to try Fifth Avenue’s acclaimed restaurants and watering holes, have a bottomless glass, dance, enjoy the beautiful Grand Prospect Hall while raising money for local charities. Wednesday April 6, from 6:30pm-9:30pm The Grand Prospect Hall A ticket allows you to sample all
Announcements
Just four weeks away; A Taste of Fifth brings together your favorite local restaurants and bars under one roof and new ones you haven’t managed to try yet. Fifth Avenue’s acclaimed restaurants and watering holes are showing off their delights for you to enjoy while raising money for
Audubon nature center
Dream, 2015 by Amy Williams. C-print. 20 x 20 inches. (Courtesy of Amy Williams) For those of you who have lived or spent time in the deep south of the United States, you’re aware of the how fascinating nature and the environment can be. The woods, the swamps, and
ample hills
Photo by Park Slope StoopThe summer heat is here and if you are looking for a sweet treat to help you cool down, have we got the roundup for you. Here are some of our favorite places to grab a cold snack in the 90 degree heat! Thai Ice Cream
brooklyn urban garden school
Image courtesy the Cortelyou GreenmarketThis Sunday, May 10, bring your mom, your friends, your neighbors — bring anyone you want! — and head over to the Cortelyou Greenmarket [http://www.grownyc.org/greenmarket/brooklyn/cortelyou] for a celebration of Zakafest, a Haitian festival of agriculture and springtime. The greenmarket, located on Cortelyou
Bangla
A dance routine from the Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts. Photo courtesy Annie FerdousWhat do you have planned for Saturday night? How about watching some amazing dance and music performances by our incredibly talented neighbors? The Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts [https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223192714/?fref=ts] will
crafts
This Saturday, February 8 from 12-2pm, bring the kids to Culture [http://www.cultureny.com/] (331 5th Avenue), where Good Eggs [http://www.goodeggs.com/nyc] is hosting a free”crafternoon” party. Craft-loving kids of all ages and their parents are invited to make Valentines, and the best crafter will