Events
Courtesy of Morbid Anatomy MuseumAre you ready for an incredible selection of events this week? Galas to benefit amazing neighborhood organizations, Revolver love, a Gowanus Canal talk, and more! For even more things to do around Brooklyn, and to add your own upcoming events (some of which we’ll feature
Arts & Culture
In The Beginning, 2016. (Courtesy of the artist)Ellen Chuse [http://ellenchusefineart.com/]‘s fifth solo show at 440 Gallery [http://440gallery.com/] is currently up and running through Sunday, April 24, providing an opportunity to see the work of a very accomplished artist. Her work moves between representation and
Business
Courtesy of The Matzo Project.It’s almost that time of year — sundown on April 22, to be exact. Passover will begin, as does the eating of unleavened bread for eight days. The first and second day, well, the ritual is pretty exciting. But as the days go on, let’
News
Keep up with what’s going on in the neighborhood all week — follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, and sign up for our daily newsletter. And if you ever have any news tips, story ideas, questions, or anything, email us at editor@bklyner.com. Here’s a look back
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Photo via leilafarhood [https://www.instagram.com/p/BDwoI16zcJ0/?hl=en]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 the most interesting recent stories from our sister sites. Madiba Restaurant is
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NYPD probe into Brooklyn South cops makes headlines. (Photo: Liena Zagare) Several high-ranking NYPD officers past and present from Patrol Borough Brooklyn South are facing consequences as the latest corruption probe [/blog/news/66th-precinct-detective-named-in-federal-corruption-probe-says-new-york-daily-news/] to hit the police department continues its course. Among them? Deputy Inspector James Grant, former commanding
Business
Photo by Erika ClarkThe Grand Prospect Hall [http://www.grandprospect.com/] (263 Prospect Avenue) was packed Wednesday night with hungry and thirsty neighbors ready to sample the food and drink from the expansive and eclectic 5th Avenue. The 5th Annual Taste of Fifth was sponsored by the extremely active Park
history
Via Brooklyn Daily EagleYou’ve seen the beloved commercials [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JC6AzmXrNbU] , “We make your dreams come true. The Grand Prospect Hall [http://www.grandprospect.com/].” Did you know, though, that the hall standing today is not the original? The original — called Prospect Hall — was built
Animals
Photo via Sean Casey Animal Rescue [https://www.facebook.com/SeanCaseyAnimalRescue/photos/a.378832716482.159179.17669251482/10153615004391483/?type=3&theater] Looking for a new companion? Piper has a heart made of melted chocolate! > Sean Casey says [https://www.facebook.com/SeanCaseyAnimalRescue/photos/a.378832716482.159179.17669251482/10153615004391483/?type=
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24-year-old Joshua Colon was arrested in an incident on Monday which led to the death of local business owner Phil Dellegrazie. (Image via NYPD)A criminal from Bensonhurst with a lengthy rap sheet has been accused in Monday’s carjacking [/blog/neighbors/local-owner-killed-by-own-vehicle-while-chasing-carjacker/], which left a beloved father and business
Arts & Culture
Carlton Scott Sturgill’s ‘Garden of Delights’ is on view at Gowanus Loft from Through Sunday, April 10.Sometimes it’s all about where you stand. Viewing Carlton Scott Sturgill’s engaging exhibit Garden of Delights [http://vanderbiltrepublic.com/post/141110036610/god] — currently showing at the ever-surprising Gowanus Loft [http: