Fort Greene Park

Battle Week 2019: 243 Years Since The Battle Of Brooklyn

PARK SLOPE – The Old Stone House [https://theoldstonehouse.org/] will commemorate the 243rd anniversary of the Battle of Brooklyn and celebrate “America’s path to independence” with a series of events beginning next week and running through Tuesday, August 27—the anniversary of the Battle. Battle Week, The Old Stone

Arts & Culture

Weekend Art Events: August 2-4 (First Saturday At Brooklyn Museum, 70s Soul Jam, Salsa Sunday & More)

This is a great weekend for music! Check out a variety of performances happening throughout Brooklyn. From DJ Nosaj Thing performing at Prospect Park’s Bandshell to the 70s Soul Jam featuring classic groups from the decade—there’s something for everyone. This is also the last weekend to check

Arts & Culture

Weekend Art Events: July 26-28 (FELA! The Concert, Waack To The Future, Brooklyn Roots Festival & More)

Take a break from the summer heat with some indoor and late-night events happening around Brooklyn this weekend! Check out a Waack/Vogue dance battle at House of Yes or browse the FAD Market at The Invisible Dog. Don’t forget to check out ongoing events including On the (Queer)

Arts & Culture

Summer Events In Brooklyn

Photo provided by Dumbo.is [https://dumbo.is/]June INDUSTRY CITY SUMMER SERIES [https://www.cityfarmpresents.com/summerseries] at Courtyard 1-2, June 5 through Sept. 28 [Various prices]: This year’s summer series features an expanded schedule with more than 35 concerts and dance parties. Audiences will discover a diverse

Arts & Culture

Weekend Art Events: May 24-26 (DanceAfrica 2019, Coney Island History Project, Memorial Day Concert & More)

There are a handful of indoor and outdoor events throughout Brooklyn this Memorial Day weekend. Dance the night away at a silent disco at The Well or celebrate Memorial Day with a concert featuring The New York City Symphonic Band at Green-Wood Cemetery. This is also the last weekend to

Arts & Culture

Weekend Art Events: May 17-19 (Fabulous Fifth Avenue Fair, Craft in Focus, Old First Celebration of Arts & More)

This is the perfect weekend to spend exploring Brooklyn! With great weather and even greater events, there’s something going on this weekend that the entire family can enjoy. Catch a special screening of Paris to Pittsburgh presented by National Geographic as part of Endangered Species Day or stop by

Arts & Culture

Weekend Art Events: May 10-12 (New Dawn Fades, Sediment, Daedalus Quartet & More)

May flowers have officially sprung from April showers in Brooklyn! Spend some time outside this weekend strolling around Ditmas Park as part of the Twilight Stroll on Cortelyou. There are also a variety of art exhibitions and productions opening this weekend including DreamStreet Theatre Company’s performance of Find Your

Arts & Culture

Weekend Art Events: May 3-5 (Look + Listen Festival, Pop Culture Walking Tour, PAFPicnic & More)

Start the summer early with a variety of outdoor Brooklyn events such as a Fort Greene pop culture walking tour or the Church Avenue Street Fair. If you’re looking to stay indoors spend some time at The Other Art Fair featuring a variety of art perfect for collectors or

Arts & Culture

Weekend Art Events: April 26-28 (Sakura Matsuri Festival, DUMBO Open Studios, Shakespeare on Stratford & More)

Spring is in full swing so it’s the perfect opportunity to check out all of the events happening around Brooklyn. Celebrate Earth Day as traffic is shut down at Albee Square or catch a free production of The Tempest at the North Brooklyn YMCA. Plus, this is the last

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Weekend Art Events: April 12-14 (Barricade Boys, Record Store Day, Game of Thrones Watch Party & More)

The temperature’s starting to heat up and so are the events around Brooklyn! Celebrate Record Store Day with live musical performances at Rough Trade NYC or spend the day outside ringing in the Bengali New Year at Avenue C Plaza. Plus, this is the last weekend to check out

Arts & Culture

Pieces Of Poetry: Artwork Honoring Literary Icons Coming To Fort Greene Park

FORT GREENE – A new public artwork honoring three literary greats will be installed in Fort Greene Park next month. Elizabeth Masella, Public Art Coordinator for NYC Department of Parks & Recreation [https://www.nycgovparks.org/art-and-antiquities], presented plans for Pieces of Poetry Monday evening during the Brooklyn Community Board 2 [https:

community

It’s The Great PUPkin, Fort Greene! Beloved Dog Costume Contest Returns For 20th Year

[UPDATED: Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at 2pm] Due to expected rain on Saturday, the 20th Annual Great PUPkin Dog Costume Contest has been rescheduled for Sunday, October 28 at 11:30am. More info at fortgreenepups.org [http://www.fortgreenepups.org/copy-of-events]. FORT GREENE – Twenty years ago, Fort Greene resident and

Arts & Culture

Adorn Me: Artist Tanda Francis Unveils Monumental Sculpture At Fort Greene Park

FORT GREENE – Visitors entering Fort Greene Park at the corner of Myrtle Avenue and Washington Park will be greeted by a trio of regal, large-scale African heads. The 8′ x 15′ concrete and steel sculpture, Adorn Me, created by Brooklyn-based artist, Tanda Francis, was officially unveiled at the park on

Central Brooklyn

Commemorate the 242nd Anniversary Of The Battle Of Brooklyn

Battle of Brooklyn: Commemoration, Photo via Green-Wood Cemetery [https://www.green-wood.com/event/battle-of-brooklyn-commemoration-2018/]On August 27, 1776, British troops advanced towards the American solider camp in Brooklyn Heights. For those familiar with the history of The Battle of Brooklyn [http://theoldstonehouse.org/history/battle-of-brooklyn/] (also known as The Battle

Arts & Culture

Weekend Art Events: August 10-12 (The Breeders, Caribbean Rave, Soul Summit & More)

Hopefully the rain will stay away this weekend as there are lots of fun events planned for outdoors, including concerts, the Borough President’s Black VegFest, the North Slope Summer Stroll, History Day celebrating Coney Island’s immigrant heritage, and more. Check the BKLYNER Calendar [/calendar/] for more events happening

community

Monumental: A Community Celebration In Fort Greene Park

FORT GREENE – The Fort Greene Park Conservancy [http://www.fortgreenepark.org/fort-greene-park/] (FGPC) will celebrate its 20th anniversary by hosting Monumental 2018: A Celebration Under the Stars—a night of food, community, and dancing in the park. Via Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/events/288374565036326/]The outdoor event will celebrate

Central Brooklyn

6 Eggs-cellent Easter Egg Hunts In Brooklyn

Easter is Sunday, April 1. Put on an Easter bonnet, grab a basket, and bring the family to an Easter Egg Hunt! Note that some of the events listed might sell out, so check first and make a reservation if required. Know of any other great Easter egg hunts around

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Weekend Art Events: February 8-11 (Black Comix Expo, Anti-Valentine’s Day Party & More)

Music, art, comics, comedy—the weekend is packed with events featuring all of these and more! Dreading Valentine’s Day? There’s an anti-Valentine’s Day dance party happening at littlefield Friday night. Want to help out furry, four-legged sweethearts? Then donate some toys and pet supplies to the very

Bay Ridge

4 Parks Perfect For Sledding After the “Bomb Cyclone” Passes

Sledding in Prospect Park (Photo by emmmparker via Instagram [http://instagram.com/p/it8pIoyEwQ/])It’s the first snow day of the year! As the northeast gets battered by the “Bomb Cyclone [https://weather.com/science/weather-explainers/news/what-is-bombogenesis-weather-bomb] ,” Governor Cuomo has declared a state of emergency for NYC [https:

Animals

It’s The Great PUPkin Dog Costume Contest [Photos]

FORT GREENE – Fort Green Park was packed Saturday afternoon with thousands of local dog lovers cheering on the 126 adorable contestants at the 19th annual Great PUPkin Dog Costume Contest [https://www.facebook.com/events/153801595205306/]. Lots of dogs came dressed as their (or their parent’s) favorite television characters,

Animals

7 Best Dog Parks In Brooklyn

Looking to enjoy the end of summer with your furry friend? Check out the 7 best dog parks in Brooklyn—from Dyker Heights to Greenpoint and Bay Ridge to Bed Stuy! 1. Hillside Dog Park, Brooklyn Heights A triangular park tucked between the BQE and the iconic Jehovah’s Witness

Central Brooklyn

Commemorate the 241st Anniversary Of The Battle Of Brooklyn

Battle of Brooklyn: Commemoration, Photo via Green-Wood Cemetery [http://www.green-wood.com/event/battle-of-brooklyn-commemoration-2017/]On August 27, 1776, British troops advanced towards Brooklyn Heights, where the American soldier encampment was located. For those familiar with the history of The Battle of Brooklyn [http://theoldstonehouse.org/history/battle-of-brooklyn/] (referred to at

Arts & Culture

Weekend Art Events: August 11-13 (Beer And Wine Fest, Coney Island Music Fest & More)

Another weekend is here! There are lots of events taking place outdoors this weekend including Part 2 of the Soul Summit Music Festival, Coney Island’s 1st Annual Music Festival, Bed-Stuy’s 5th Annual Brooklyn Beer & Wine Fest, and BRIC’s final Celebrate Brooklyn! concert of the season. Check out

fort greene

Brownstone Belt Real Estate Roundup: Bagels and Lux

I find that life is better when I can enjoy its luxuries. One of those is a Sunday morning spent with the best of BKLYNER and a bagel with luscious lox. While my pad is perfectly cozy, I have a hunch that my dairy meal [http://www.russanddaughters.com/whatisappetizing.

Central Brooklyn

No Backyard, No Problem: Your BBQ In Brooklyn Guide

Let’s face it — many of us live in apartment buildings and don’t have the luxury of a backyard. But it’s summertime and once in awhile you’ll crave that BBQ smell. So you go to the park all excited with your grill and see this sign: Photo: