Oct. 23, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen Brooklynites have been buying costumes and carving pumpkins all month, and finally, Halloween is just a week away. The next eight days are full of frightful fun all over the borough — ghostly film screenings, costume contests (for those with four legs and two), parades, parties and more.…
Oct. 18, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen A pair of rescued southern sea otters have found a new home at the New York Aquarium. Pumpkin and Clover were rescued in California as young pups — one was less than a day old when she was found. As they grew, their rehabbers realized they were unlikely…
Oct. 16, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen Gowanus is a well-known haven for artists making the most of an industrial neighborhood, but their creations can be hard to find — unless you know where to look. On Oct. 19 and 20, Brooklynites will be welcomed into the inner sanctum at Arts Gowanus’ Gowanus Open Studios.…
Oct. 15, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen There’s a chill in the air at Coney Island, and the spooky spirit has settled in at Luna Park for the 12th annual Halloween Harvest celebration. The park has decked out with hay bales and pumpkins, transformed into a fall wonderland stuffed with seasonal activities. Visitors can explore…
Oct. 11, 2024 By Jada Camille Art lovers and history enthusiasts rejoice! A new exhibit replicating Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel debuted Friday at Industry City, bringing the renowned beauty of the Italian artist’s artwork to New York City. The highly anticipated immersive showcase will be open to the public through Jan. 5 Following a successful…
Oct. 9, 2024 By Jada Camille Tennis lovers and health care advocates gathered at the Lincoln Terrace tennis courts last weekend for a spirited celebration of unity during the second annual United States Tennis Association regional Breast Cancer awareness campaign on Oct. 6. Over 60 community members showed up in their pink athletic wear…
Oct. 4, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen The Brooklyn Museum is celebrating its 200th birthday by turning some traditions upside-down. What is now one of Brooklyn’s cultural cornerstones started out in 1823 as the Brooklyn Apprentices’ Library — one of the first public circulating libraries in New York City. In 1843, the library merged with…
Oct. 2, 2024 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil Brooklyn is bubbling with excitement as it prepares for the 17th Annual Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival, set to take over the Big Apple from Oct. 17-20. Fans can expect a smorgasbord of events featuring over 400 chefs from around the globe, where…
Oct. 2, 2024 By Paul Frangipane & Meaghan McGoldrick O’Neil On a bustling evening, Kellogg’s Diner feels like the heart of Williamsburg once again. The iconic eatery, known for its long history and central location, is embracing a new era after reopening on Sept. 20. As you approach, the new bright yellow sign glows…
Oct. 1, 2024 By Jada Camille The circus is headed to town! ABCirque, an immersive performance group, is making its long-awaited return to the Brooklyn Children’s Museum on Oct. 5 for a day of interactive circus fun. Known for its nontraditional take on circus entertainment, ABCirque aims to bring laughter with a diverse cast and…