Weekend Reading: Brooklyn Stories You May Have Missed
After a busy week, here’s a chance to catch up on some of the news happening outside of our neighborhood! We’ve pulled together some of our favorite recent stories from our sister sites, as well as some other fascinating pieces that are worth a read this weekend:
The stunning Kings Theatre celebrates reopening its doors after nearly 40 years with a concert by the Queen of Motown, Diana Ross. [Ditmas Park Corner]
Police are still looking for a man who is alleged to have beaten, robbed, and sexually assaulted a 75-year-old woman in Fort Greene. [Fort Greene Focus]
We caught up with Bishop Kearney hoops star Maria Laterza, who is enjoying a pro career in Italy. [Bensonhurst Bean]
Ten years of booze and baritones with Opera on Tap. [South Slope News]
A whole lotta development is happening in Kensington and Windsor Terrace. [KensingtonBK]
A local bakery is adding a second location, with classes! [Park Slope Stoop]
Calling all single pet lovers! Great event coming up on Tuesday. [PSS]
Brooklyn’s historic Paramount Theatre will once again host music and other entertainment events. [FGF]
Thousands attend grand opening of new Cantonese restaurant on 86th Street. [BHB]
Sawasde Thai Cooking opens in Kensington. [KBK]
Choosing Hanco’s over Henry’s in a battle of the banh mi. [SSN]