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Arts & Culture

Nov
06
Canarsie Radio Gives a Voice to Its Youth

Canarsie Radio Gives a Voice to Its Youth

CANARSIE — From school uniforms to her favorite musicians, 15-year-old Saheedah Majolagbe, has always been opinionated. “I’m not afraid to
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Nov
05
Over 500 Students Paint New South Williamsburg Mural

Over 500 Students Paint New South Williamsburg Mural

“Nature Celebration” mural by SARF, PS 257, and other community members. Courtesy of SARF.SOUTH WILLIAMSBURG – A mural painted by
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Nov
05
The Category Is: Bushwick Realness—Making Queer Ballrooms Accessible Again.

The Category Is: Bushwick Realness—Making Queer Ballrooms Accessible Again.

A contestant walk a category. Tim Tobias/OTA.BUSHWICK — Get ready to vogue and strike your best pose at Open
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Nov
05
Local Museum Curates The Nation’s First Exhibit Celebrating Black Culinary History

Local Museum Curates The Nation’s First Exhibit Celebrating Black Culinary History

WILLIAMSBURG — The Museum of Food and Drink (MOFAD [https://www.mofad.org/current]) announced last week its newest exhibit, African/
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Nov
01
New Biz: Diverse & Inclusive Yoga, Thrift Shop, and Gallery Celebrating Women

New Biz: Diverse & Inclusive Yoga, Thrift Shop, and Gallery Celebrating Women

Welcome to our new business column, where we’ll share all news on expansions, new businesses, pop-ups turned storefronts, and
3 min read
Nov
01
A Modern Retelling of Shakespeare Will Shine Light on Criminal Justice and #MeToo

A Modern Retelling of Shakespeare Will Shine Light on Criminal Justice and #MeToo

Cast of Measure for Measure. Photo by Christine Jean Chambers.“Who will believe thee Isabel?” Angelo utters these words in
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Oct
31
Nightlight: A Candle Inspired By Tom Fruin’s Water Towers

Nightlight: A Candle Inspired By Tom Fruin’s Water Towers

CLINTON HILL – Local design studio and fragrance brand Joya [https://joyastudio.com/] has teamed up with artist Tom Fruin [https:
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Oct
29
Brooklyn Gets 5 Industrial Landmarks

Brooklyn Gets 5 Industrial Landmarks

The Landmarks Preservation Commission on Tuesday designated five industrial buildings in Gowanus as individual city landmarks, eyeing preservation as the
3 min read
Oct
29
A Swinging Good Time: Made In New York Jazz Cafe & Bar

A Swinging Good Time: Made In New York Jazz Cafe & Bar

PARK SLOPE – A new Park Slope jazz venue officially celebrated its grand opening over the weekend with a trio of
4 min read
Oct
25
When Art Is Your Playground: Explore Culture, Meet Neighbors, and Raise Funds to Bring More Art to Bed-Stuy

When Art Is Your Playground: Explore Culture, Meet Neighbors, and Raise Funds to Bring More Art to Bed-Stuy

DJs at Playground After Dark event. Courtesy of Playground Youth.WILLIAMSBURG — The Playground Art Fair will highlight DIY and independent
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