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Six library branches have won the third annual NYC Neighborhood Library Awards [http://www.nyclibraryawards.org/2016-finalists-winners/] — known as the “Oscars of Libraries” — and among them is our very own Sunset Park Library [/library/sunset-park-library-10k-20k-neighborhood-library-award/] (5108 Fourth Avenue, at 51st Street). The honor, an initiative of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation
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Science, technology, engineering, and math take center stage April 2 through 10, as National Robotics Week [http://www.nationalroboticsweek.org/] hits the spotlight. Established in 2010, the week brings attention to technology-related fields by introducing kids to the world of robotics. In other words, it’s the perfect time to
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Screenshot of Gigbloc AppThe Velvet Underground. The Talking Heads. Sonic Youth. These are iconic New York bands of 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s that got their start in small clubs and playin, memorable gigs. Digable Planets. TV on The Radio. Parquet Courts. These bands represent a sliver of brilliant Brooklyn bands
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Courtesy FasTracKidsWhat’s the only thing better than a summer of educational fun? A summer of educational fun that also gives parents plenty of flexibility! Brooklyn families can find that and more at FastTracKids Summer STE(A)M Adventures [http://ftkny.com/summer-steam-adventure/], with program options for kids ages 2.
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If bugs, engineering, soda explosions, or slime make your kids smile from ear to ear, consider spending a summer with one of Brooklyn’s fantastic science camps. Not sure where to start? Here are five options from across the borough: Courtesy Engineering For Kids [https://www.facebook.com/EngineeringForKids/photos/
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Jeremy, Jonah, and Jill (Photo courtesy Wood-Weishaar family)Jill Wood is a deeply committed mom and fundraiser. And while she is not a scientist, she’s able to articulate details about her son Jonah’s Sanfilippo Syndrome as if she were an expert. That’s because Park Slope residents Jill
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Female Polyphemus mothDrunk on light, moths gather frantically ’round the lights at night, which you’ve no doubt experienced during the summer on a local porch or stoop. No one is quite sure why moths are so fixated, but regardless, thousands of “mothers” will be taking advantage of this
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Science is Fun – Engineering Rocks [http://www.scienceisfunengineeringrocks.com/] 372 Clinton Ave, 2nd Floor, Brooklyn Free School, Fort Greene Ages 6-12 Contact: info@scienceisfunengineeringrocks.com, (347)789-4515 This STEAM based day-camp for ages 6-12, explores principles of science and engineering in fun ways. Campers learn through classroom and outdoor activities.
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Brooklyn is the best place in the world to be a kid. Our proof: even though summer camp is just days away, there are still plethora of awesome camps available. Browse our complete list of Brooklyn summer camps [/summer-camps/updated-57-brooklyn-summer-camps] or search by topic. Your young camper is guaranteed a
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Encourage your little camper’s fascination with science by registering for one of the following 5 science-focused summer camps. Brooklyn Science Summer Camps Carmelo the Science Fellow Seats still available) [http://www.carmelothesciencefellow.com/summer_camp.html] 300 Atlantic Ave, Boerum Hill, 718-722-0000 For children between the ages of 5-11