He made a guitar from a toothbrush, machine gun and chandelier. He built a piano that creates music by combining sound from various radiostations. Ken Butler is a artist and a musician from Greenpoint who [...]
Thursday, May 16, 2013
It's never too late to become a magician - a group of seniors from Bay Ridge Senior Center study magic tricks with a Brooklyn magician, Gary Dreifus. Brooklyn seniors will show their card, rope or rings tricks during a magic show in June.
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
In DUMBO, Brooklyn, Chelle Carlisle operates Cheeky Dog, a daycare for canines. After opening the small business 7 years ago, her business has expanded significantly. DUMBO's dog population has increased significantly as well over the past few years with the influx of new residents, and the pet-friendly neighborhood, which includes regular dog-runs and spacious parks nearby.
Sunday, April 21, 2013
To make sure New Yorkers will be ready to ride safely on the roads of the city, NYC Bike Share set up a series of classes for inexperienced bikers. Nearly 20 curious Brooklynites signed up to attend the class on Thursday night at the Red Lantern Bicycles
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
Keisher McLeod-Wells cares about how she looks. She likes shopping, wearing make-up, and used to be a model and an actress. But her real passion is boxing.
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
The New York City Department of Education decided yesterday to close the Freedom Academy High School and phase-out seven other public schools in Brooklyn.
Friday, March 8, 2013
Admissions for New York City public pre-k programs opened on Monday, and finding a spot is going to be a challenge for anxious parents from the neighborhoods of Park Slope, Cobble Hill and Boerum Hill, in Brooklyn’s School District 15, where the number of children is on the rise.
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
The rabbis and ministers of many synagogues and churches in Coney Island and Brighton Beach have said they desperately need the help of the government to rebuild because the donations they receive are not sufficient enough to cover the cost of the damage.
Monday, February 18, 2013
Michael Rogak, the son of a son of a candy maker, has been making chocolate in Brooklyn for 38 years. Customers crowded his shop, JoMart Chocolates, all Valentine's Day selecting the perfect candies for their loved ones.
Friday, February 8, 2013
Despite protests from the community and nurses, the State University of New York’s board of trustees unanimously voted to close Long Island College Hospital in Brooklyn on Friday morning.
Friday, May 17, 2013
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