Jan. 29, 2025 Paul Frangipane & Kirstyn Brendlen Dozens of Brooklynites gathered in Coney Island on Tuesday to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day in an interfaith ceremony. Hosted by Pakistani-American community leader Raja Azad Gul, the ceremony aimed to “underscore the power of interfaith collaboration in addressing today’s challenges” and to inspire mutual respect…
Nov. 18, 2024 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil South Brooklyn Health Auxiliary, Inc. celebrated a historic milestone on Nov. 12 with its first-ever Excellence for All Gala — an inspiring evening dedicated to advancing the hospital’s mission of breaking down health barriers and delivering top-tier care to every community member. Set against the backdrop of…
Nov. 12, 2024 By Gabriele Holtermann Two days after the presidential election left New Yorkers feeling divided, the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music (BKCM) hosted its ninth annual House Party at its central location in Park Slope, offering Brooklyn residents a sense of community. Every room of the five-story, 143-year-old Victorian brownstone was transformed into…
Aug. 21, 2024 By Natalie Dahan Seven years ago, Monique T. Marshall, founder of Black to Business, set out to create a safe and cherished space for Black men to pursue their dreams. Her efforts resulted in an annual event titled “Black Men Who Lead,” where men can come together, learn, share, and connect…
Jun. 7, 2024 By Jada Camille
Juneteenth, the federal holiday marking the official end of slavery in the U.S., is now a nationwide celebration spotlighting unity, freedom and creativity. And Brooklyn’s got its own slate of festivities planned.
Apr. 9, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen
A push to educate Orthodox Jewish women about their rights in marriage and divorce turned sour in Borough Park on March 29, when a group of women were attacked and their materials destroyed by a large group of men and boys.
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.
Nov. 28, 2023 By Mandie-Beth Chau
Mecca McDonald and Mia Dunn are passionate about ending plastic waste and looking good while doing it — which inspired the creative entrepreneurs to create their bioplastic jewelry brand Mo.Na.
Oct. 25, 2023 Corazon Aguirre & Kirstyn Brendlen
As Breast Cancer Awareness month drew to a close, One Brooklyn Health brought together 60 breast cancer patients and survivors for an afternoon of pampering and celebrations at Brookdale Hospital.
Oct. 6, 2023 By Rachel Butler
Hundreds of supporters cheered while honorees were celebrated at Power Women of Brooklyn. These women make Brooklyn a thriving and vibrant place to live, work, and play in. The event took place on Thursday October 5 at El Caribe.