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New Year’s Eve Returns to America’s Playground! (Sponsored)

While many out-of-towners choose to crowd themselves into Times Square, real New Yorkers know that Brooklyn is hottest place to spend the coolest night of the year. Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. AdamsFor the third consecutive year, Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams is partnering with the Alliance for Coney

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New Year’s Eve Returns to America’s Playground! (Sponsored)

While many out-of-towners choose to crowd themselves into Times Square, real New Yorkers know that Brooklyn is hottest place to spend the coolest night of the year. Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. AdamsFor the third consecutive year, Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams is partnering with the Alliance for Coney

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New Year’s Eve Fireworks: Prospect Park 150 (Sponsored)

Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams and Prospect Park Alliance Ring in the New Year and Kick off Prospect Park’s 150th Anniversary Celebration Photo provided by Prospect Park AllianceBrooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams and the Prospect Park Alliance will present Brooklyn’s most spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks

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NEW YEAR’S EVE FIREWORKS: PROSPECT PARK 150 (Sponsored)

Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams and Prospect Park Alliance Ring in the New Year and Kick off Prospect Park’s 150th Anniversary Celebration Photo provided by Prospect Park AllianceBrooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams and the Prospect Park Alliance will present Brooklyn’s most spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks

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Ortho-K Gives You 20/20 Vision; No Surgery Needed. (Sponsored)

Dr. Diana Nguyen, OD is an Optometrist at Eye D Vision known for her friendly demeanor and good patient relationships in our community. In this new series, Dr. Nguyen discusses Ortho-K Treatment which eliminates the need for glasses an contacts. Dr. Diana NguyenWhat is Ortho-K? Orthokeratology is a non-surgical and

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Kindergarten Applications Are Due Next Month: Here’s a 4-Step Guide To Applying (Districts 20 & 21)

Photo by Rachel Silberstein/Bensonhurst BeanIt’s that time of year again: the Kindergarten Application period is open, with the January 13 deadline fast approaching. Here’s our guide to keep you sane while applying. Editor’s Note: Yuri Nazarov, a father of three from Bensonhurst, has become something of

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Urgent Care: The New Future of Healthcare (Sponsored)

Urgent care centers have become increasingly popular because of the demand for more convenient medical care and shorter wait times. The main purpose of an urgent care is to provide patients with easy and convenient access to healthcare for focused medical concerns. This is in contrast to primary care, which

Business

Winter Ice Skating Fun At Aviator Sports (Sponsored)

Aviator Sports and Events Center makes ice skating as convenient and fun as as possible for all levels of skating. Photo provided by Aviator Sports and Events CenterCheck out the top reasons to skate at Aviator Sports during the winter season: 365 Days of Fun – Aviator Sports has the only

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One Stop Car Shopping…All Makes And Models (Sponsored)

Gem Auto Leasing is offering you The Best Price In Town. Conveniently located in #Brooklyn but they also service customers throughout the #TriState Area. Gem Auto Leasing is now happy to provide this FREE CAR SHOPPING service to consumers and businesses. One stop shopping Auto Leasing/Financing Company.

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Tips for your upcoming Parent-Teacher conference (Sponsored)

Photo provided by Chang LearningAnxious to meet your child’s teachers? Take this as a great opportunity to start an open dialogue with your child’s teachers. Ask specific questions that will not only give you insights on how your child is performing, but also a clear vision of what

Holidays

No Need To Fear This Halloween! Prospect Park Alliance Presents Annual Haunted Walk And Fair (Sponsored)

BROOKLYN, October 29, 2016 – The Prospect Park Alliance invites all the local boys and ghouls to test their bravery at the 37th Annual Halloween Haunted Walk and Fair! On Saturday, October 29, from 12 to 3 pm, this cherished annual event will see thousands of families descend on Prospect Park’

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No Need to Fear This Halloween! Prospect Park Alliance Presents Annual Haunted Walk and Fair (Sponsored)

BROOKLYN, October 29, 2016 – The Prospect Park Alliance invites all the local boys and ghouls to test their bravery at the 37th Annual Halloween Haunted Walk and Fair! On Saturday, October 29, from 12 to 3 pm, this cherished annual event will see thousands of families descend on Prospect Park’

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Five Fall Tips for Healthy Teeth and Gums for Kids and Adults (Sponsored)

Valerie Venterina DDS1. Brush twice-a-day. This is especially at night when any remaining bacteria will multiply while you sleep, making you more prone to cavities and gum disease. 2. Floss. Floss once a day to remove bacteria from between the teeth 3. Change your toothbrush with the seasons, every three

Arts & Culture

Local Poets Showcase: Carol Ragab, Irene Romanovsky And Leona Garber

This is the first of our Local Poets Showcase, which will be featured here every Saturday morning. We are starting off strong with three amazing local poets: Carol Ragab, Irene Romanovsky, and Leona Garber. Photo via Flickr/Mike BabcockPrimal Disconnect by Carol Ragab The baby cried itself to sleep And

Business

One Stop Car Shopping…All Makes And Models (Sponsored)

Gem Auto Leasing is offering you The Best Price In Town. Conveniently located in #Brooklyn but they also service customers throughout the #TriState Area. Gem Auto Leasing is now happy to provide this FREE CAR SHOPPING service to consumers and businesses. One stop shopping Auto Leasing/Financing Company.

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Exciting 2016-17 Season At Brooklyn Center For The Performing Arts (Sponsored)

Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College recently announced its 2016-17 season of world-class performances, combining the borough’s unique multicultural flavors with nationally and internationally known performers. Opening on October 29 with highlights including Buenos Aires Tango company Estampas Porteñas (Nov 5), Emmy-nominated song-and-dance man Tony Danza

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Why Coordinated Healthcare Matters (Sponsored)

At the Weill Cornell Medicine, with locations in both Brooklyn Heights and Fort Greene, there is a strong culture of cooperation between the primary care providers and the specialists who are co-located at both sites. This fosters education among the providers and helps provide efficient care for our patients. Our

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Take a Ride on the Carousel in Prospect Park (Sponsored)

Photo by Martin SeckThis century-old Brooklyn treasure is the perfect fall weather birthday party destinationLocated in Prospect Park’s Children’s Corner, the Prospect Park Carousel is one of its most treasured and beloved family destinations, and the perfect location for children’s birthday parties this fall. A Historic Treasure

Destinations

Take A Ride On The Carousel In Prospect Park (Sponsored)

Photo by Martin SeckThis century-old Brooklyn treasure is the perfect fall weather birthday party destinationLocated in Prospect Park’s Children’s Corner, the Prospect Park Carousel is one of its most treasured and beloved family destinations, and the perfect location for children’s birthday parties this fall. A Historic Treasure

Education

The 5 Most Important Things When Selecting An After School Program (Sponsored)

Last week, NYC students waved goodbye to the summer of 2016 and hello to new teachers, classrooms, and friends. For most parents, it’s a welcome reprieve – the kids go back to school and they don’t have to worry about how to keep them busy and safe. For the

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On The 15th Anniversary Of 9/11

Photo via 911memorialToday marks 15 years since the September 11, 2001 attacks. We’re thinking about the entire community who suffered unspeakable loss and express deep gratitude to the community who came together in the face of tremendous adversity. In addition to visiting the 9/11 Memorial site, the Wall

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Crises at Brooklyn Pediatric Offices (Sponsored)

As parents return from summer vacation and need school physical forms filled they are finding that their local doctors don’t have appointments available. This local crises is brewing in Brooklyn. Fortunately, Quality First Urgent Care (located at the corner of Bay Parkway and 60 Street) has increased their staff

Health

NYC Health + Hospitals/Coney Island Provides Breastfeeding Support For Mothers (Sponsored)

Courtesy of ShutterstockNYC Health + Hospitals/Coney Island has an incredibly diverse population that makes culturally competent care for new mothers an essential. The hospital’s Breastfeeding Coordinator, Karen McGratty informs an estimated 100 new moms a month about the benefits of breastfeeding and why it’s the optimal choice for

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What It Takes To Make It In Brooklyn (Sponsored)

Hundreds of Brooklyn builders, founders and entrepreneurs will come together at City Point for the Make It in Brooklyn Innovation Summit on September 28 to connect with Brooklyn’s best and brightest across many industries who have ‘made it’ in the borough. https://vimeo.com/136831757 It’s been said

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What It Takes To Make It In Brooklyn (Sponsored)

Hundreds of Brooklyn builders, founders and entrepreneurs will come together at City Point for the Make It in Brooklyn Innovation Summit on September 28 to connect with Brooklyn’s best and brightest across many industries who have ‘made it’ in the borough. https://vimeo.com/136831757 It’s been said