Sep. 30, 2024 By Gabriele Holtermann The lobby of the Central Library in Brooklyn transformed into a catwalk on Sept. 27 as professional models showcased the creative designs of aspiring fashion designers at the 6th annual BKLYN Fashion Academy show. The BKLYN Fashion Academy is a free, 16-week intensive fashion education program provided by…
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Brooklyn Public Library curates list of books ‘to contextualize this week in politics’ amidst chaotic election cycle
Jul. 23, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen
Whatever knowledge Brooklynites are looking for is surely housed at the Brooklyn Public Library, which circulates thousands of books of all genres and on all topics. But finding the right book isn’t always easy — which is where BPL’s expert librarians come in.
Turning the page: Library lovers and officials celebrate return of Sunday service at Grand Army Plaza branch
Jul. 15, 2024 By Gabriele Holtermann Elected officials and bookworms celebrated the return of Sunday service at seven library branches across the city on July 14, following an agreement between Mayor Eric Adams and the City Council last month to restore $58.3 million in funding to the New York, Brooklyn, and Queens public library systems…
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7-day service returning to Brooklyn Public Library after city rolls back budget cuts
Jul. 8, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen
Seven-day service is coming back to the Brooklyn Public Library after Mayor Eric Adams and the City Council agreed to restore millions of dollars of funding for the city’s library systems.
Temporary library to open in Red Hook while local branch closed for renovations
Jun. 20, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen
An interim library is set to open in Red Hook next month, in the midst of a two-year closure of the neighborhood’s local branch.
People’s Ball returns to Brooklyn Public Library with vibrant celebration of style and inclusivity
May. 6, 2024 By Gabriele Holtermann
Move over, Met Gala. The People’s Ball is back.
Brooklyn Public Library to spark minds with STEM book giveaway powered by energy project
May. 3, 2024 By Jada Camille
Brooklyn Public Library is bringing the energy — clean energy, that is — during a STEM-themed book giveaway on May 4. The borough’s biggest book-lender is partnering with energy advocates from Community Offshore Wind to donate 3,200 thousand STEM-related titles to young readers.
Brooklyn Public Library to lead readers ‘Out of Darkness’ at 8th annual Night in the Library
Mar. 5, 2024 By Jada Camille
Night in the Library, Brooklyn Public Library’s annual overnight workshop, returns on March 16 for an evening of conversations, debates, performances and more.
Kings Bay Library wins Brooklyn Robotics League championship
Feb. 15, 2024 By Isabel Song Beer
The Kings Bay Library beat 15 other local libraries to take home the top prize in the Brooklyn Public Library’s robotics championship on Feb. 3.
Branching out! Brooklyn Public Library challenges library-goers to ‘Browse the Branches’
Feb. 6, 2024 By Isabel Song Beer
Get ready to embark on a novel journey!