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Apr
29
Our Streets, Our Stories – Doctors, New Moms, Amazon Employees, And Other Neighbors Share Their COVID-19 Stories in Local Oral History Archive

Our Streets, Our Stories – Doctors, New Moms, Amazon Employees, And Other Neighbors Share Their COVID-19 Stories in Local Oral History Archive

Brooklyn Public Library, Courtesy of BPLDuring this unprecedented time, the Brooklyn Public Library [https://www.bklynlibrary.org/] is asking residents
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Apr
16
Story Times By Local Librarians Brighten The Day For Young And Old Alike

Story Times By Local Librarians Brighten The Day For Young And Old Alike

Even though the Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) closed its physical doors due to coronavirus on March 16, it has continued
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Mar
12
Germs, Viruses, And Other Books

Germs, Viruses, And Other Books

“Do not lick this book!” is the title of a children’s book by Ben-Barak. That’s good advice for
2 min read
Feb
26
Refresh Cortelyou Library – Upcoming Renovations & Fundraiser

Refresh Cortelyou Library – Upcoming Renovations & Fundraiser

Via Brooklyn Public LibraryThe Cortelyou branch of the Brooklyn Public Library is getting a lick of paint, new shelves, and
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Jan
07
Sheepshead Bay Library Reopens After Renovation

Sheepshead Bay Library Reopens After Renovation

Photo credit Gregg Richards, Brooklyn Public LibraryThis morning a ribbon was cut and stories were read to celebrate the reopening
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Oct
15
Pop-Up Library Opens at Brookdale Hospital

Pop-Up Library Opens at Brookdale Hospital

Larissa Larrier cuts the ribbon to the new “library in transit” at Brookdale Hospital. Ben Brachfeld/BklynerEAST FLATBUSH – Officials with
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Oct
08
BPL Debuts 7 New Murals By Award-Winning Children’s Book Artists

BPL Debuts 7 New Murals By Award-Winning Children’s Book Artists

PROSPECT HEIGHTS – On Monday, the Brooklyn Public Library’s (BPL) Central Branch celebrated a series of new murals in the
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Sep
06
National Grid Is Denying Gas To New Affordable Housing Projects

National Grid Is Denying Gas To New Affordable Housing Projects

National Grid’s monthslong moratorium on new gas hookups is having a significant impact on affordable housing in Brooklyn, with
6 min read
Jun
27
Knuffle Bunny Hops Into New Home At Park Slope Library

Knuffle Bunny Hops Into New Home At Park Slope Library

PARK SLOPE – After years of planning, a statue of the beloved children’s book character, Knuffle Bunny, was finally unveiled
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Jan
10
Condo Sales Launch For Brooklyn Heights Library-Replacing Tower

Condo Sales Launch For Brooklyn Heights Library-Replacing Tower

BROOKLYN HEIGHTS – One Clinton [https://www.oneclintonbk.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIw5OV8Pbj3wIVmY3ICh3zUw00EAAYASAAEgIxn_D_BwE] , the 38-story tower replacing the Brooklyn Heights Library
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