Announcements
BROOKLYN — Five Brooklyn neighborhoods lead the nation in underreported census tracts in 2010, and New York City officials hope they can convince all residents regardless of their status to be counted next year. At stake are congressional seats and lots of federal money. The Census launches in March 2020, but
Announcements
Photo: Zainab Iqbal/BklynerBROOKLYN HEIGHTS – Borough President Eric Adams honored a sergeant and four organizations for their work, hoping people get inspired and encouraged to give back just like these organizations and individuals did. “This diverse group of public servants, faith leaders, and small businesses share a common commitment,” Adams
Bay Ridge
Pine Lake Park summer community offers lakefront tennis, basketball, family entertainment and relaxation under 1 hour from NYC Group tour by appointment March 31, 2019, rain date April 7. If “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” reminded you how much you miss relaxing days “upstate”, “in the country” or “at the lake”
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Photo Courtesy of Aviator SportsBirthdays are funny things. First of all, shouldn’t some of the celebrating be devoted to the person who gave birth (yay, moms!)? And speaking of celebrating, there are so many traditions around the world! And it seems that some birthdays are more common [http://thedailyviz.
Arts & Culture
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS – There was a line of people twisting up the staircase of the Brooklyn Historical Society [https://www.brooklynhistory.org] on Tuesday, March 5. Everyone was patiently waiting to see On the (Queer) Waterfront [http://www.brooklynhistory.org/exhibitions/current.html] an exhibition showcasing the LGBTQ community along the
Brooklyn Heights
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS – The glassy four-story building that formerly housed an HSBC branch on Montague Street may soon be demolished to make way for a new 20-story residential building with ground-floor retail. 200 Montague Street, near Cadman Plaza West (Photo: Pamela Wong/Bklyner)The Brooklyn Community Board 2 [https://www1.nyc.
Animals
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS – The borough’s first feline cafe, Brooklyn Cat Cafe [https://www.catcafebk.com/], held an official grand opening on Wednesday at its new home at 76 Montague Street. Having moved in December into the landmarked building that previously housed Friend of a Farmer restaurant, the new Brooklyn Cat
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It’s cold out but we have summer camp on our mind. Our kids are lucky to have so many camp options available in Brooklyn. Whether they love sports and swimming, STE(A)M, filmmaking or going on an adventure. Here are some great camp options across Brooklyn. Courtesy of
Announcements
EAST FLATBUSH — City Councilman Jumane Williams dominated in Tuesday’s special election to claim the interim post as New York City’s fifth public advocate. Williams, one of 17 candidates on the ballot, won 33 percent of the vote with 98.01 percent of precincts reporting. More than 133,000
Brooklyn Heights
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS – The Brooklyn Community Board 2 [https://www1.nyc.gov/site/brooklyncb2/index.page] Executive Committee voted against a liquor license for a boozy Taco Bell planned for 58 Court Street in Brooklyn Heights. Taco Bell Cantina at 1034 Flatbush Avenue, Flatbush via Google MapsThe national chain is pushing
Brooklyn Heights
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS – A popular produce market housed in a one-story building at 181 Atlantic Avenue may soon be demolished to make way for a new four-story mixed-use development. Atlantic Fruit & Vegetable, 181 Atlantic Avenue (Photo: Pamela Wong/Bklyner)On Monday evening, the Community Board 2 [https://www1.nyc.gov/
Arts & Culture
On Wednesday, February 27, 2019: Katra Film Series [http://katrafilmseries.com] kicks off its 8th year. After 7 years on the Bowery, the Katra Film Series is proud to call the Alamo Drafthouse Theater in Brooklyn their new home. From gun violence to school shootings to the perpetual crisis plaguing