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- Step-by-Step: Strolling Along Brooklyn's Crown Heights Orthodox Jewish NeighborhoodStep-by-step, exploring the New York City neighborhood of Brooklyn's Crown Heights Orthodox Jewish neighborhood is a not-to-be-missed discovery. Read why.
- Great Greek Food in BrooklynWhen I lived in the Bay Ridge section of Brooklyn, there was a tiny cafe at the corner of 86th Street & 4th Avenue, right by the bus stop. I’d glance in the window all the time and see the cook prepare gyros and shish kabobs but never think to stop in.
- Dar Williams at the Bell House BrooklynDar Williams with opening act Pearl and the Beard performed the day after Christmas at The Bell House in Brooklyn.
- Gil Hodges' Determination in 1953 Made Him Brooklyn's All-Time HR ChampionThe Brooklyn Dodgers had played 17 games and Gil Hodges was still looking for his first extra base hit of the 1953 season. He had batted in one run.
- Product Review: Fūl Brooklyn 2-in-1 IPad Case & BackpackThe fūl Brooklyn 2-in-1 iPad Case & Backpack is a combination backpack with detachable tablet case made from quality Cordura and plenty of padding, yes I like to call them tablets instead of the Apple label of iPad.
- St. Louis Cardinals Won the First Real Playoff Series Against Brooklyn in 1946The 34,124 fans were in high spirits as their St. Louis Cardinals were leading the third place Chicago Cubs 2-1, while in Brooklyn, Mort Cooper of the fourth place Boston Braves was shutting out the Dodgers, 4-0.
- St. Louis Cardinals First "Miracle Pennant" Wasn't in 2011The St. Louis Cardinals have earned the reputation of becoming World Champions when the "experts" have counted them out. One Cardinals comeback occurred in 1942.
- Milagres Rock the House in Portland, OregonBrooklyn-based Indie rock band Milagres played to a packed house on Tuesday night at Mississippi Studios.
- Park Slope, Brooklyn: Fun Things to Do in a Snap!Fun things to do with kids in Park Slope, Brooklyn.
City Point Construction Continues in Downtown BrooklynCity Point construction continues in Downtown Brooklyn..
What Makes Bay Ridge the Best Neighborhood in Brooklyn?I have lived in Bay Ridge for over two years and can confidently say that it is the best neighborhood in the city, for all kinds of reasons.- Brooklyn Flea Calls for Help for GreenmarketsWhile New York City got off easy, plenty of local farmers weren't so lucky.
- Island of Lost HotelsI found myself there for work. I was looking for a hotel and Brooklyn Park seemed as good as any other place. I found myself on an island of lost hotels.
An Exploration of Brooklyn Wine Shops that Offer Free TastingsThere are many Wine shops scattered throughout Brooklyn that offer free tasting events. Here are some of our favorites along with some new discoveries we have yet to explore- Brooklyn Local ! Beer- Love at First Sight?The first thing you will notice about Brooklyn Local 1 when you pour a glass is it's appearance. It's a beautiful beer to sip on as the sun sets in the summer.
- NURTUREArt in Brooklyn Joins the Community TogetherNURTUREArt is a space made to bring curators, artists, and galleries together in Brooklyn, NY
- Must-see Brooklyn Summer Spots5 Must-see spots all must visit before summer 2011 is out!
- A Tree Grows in Brooklyn is the Great American NovelThis classic story, written by Betty Smith in 1943, chronicles a first-generation American family's triumphs and tragedies that stay with the reader long after the book's conclusion.
My Favorite Novel is a "Golden Oldie" - a Tree Grows in Brooklyn, by Betty SmithA Tree Grows in Brooklyn, by Betty Smith, written in 1943 teaches a lot of life lessons relevant to society today.
Prompt and Effective Health Care in Bay Ridge BrooklynThe SUNY Downstate University Hospital of Brooklyn in Bay Ridge, provides a variety of services for residents of Brooklyn.- Father's Day 2011 Events Around Brooklyn, NYCThis Father's Day check out these unusual activities around Brooklyn. There is something to interest virtually every dad.
- Great Father's Day Brunches in BrooklynA great way to say thanks to dad.
- Father's Day Activities and Events in BrooklynWays to celebrate the day and the dad in Brooklyn.
- Brooklyn Salons Trained and Equiped to Provide Medical Help for ClientsNow salons are not just the spot to dish on the latest trends, news or gossip. In Brooklyn,NY hair stylists are crossed trained to give free health consultations so you can feel good inside and out!
Take an African Voyage in a WeekendDance Africa is a Memorial Day weekend tradition in Brooklyn celebrating the arts of the African Diaspora including a not-to-be missed open market bazaar
"A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty SmithSure there are some moments where it is beyond reality but that is what makes the magic of a good book.- Plenty to Do for Mother's Day in New York and BrooklynBrunch isn't the only game in town.
- Define Irony: Moving the Dodgers Back to BrooklynA recent blog post suggests dissolving the New York Mets and moving the L.A. Dodgers back to Brooklyn. Could this be possible?
Midnight in BrooklynVisiting New York City for the first time is a different experience for each for each person. There is so much to see and do. Read on to hear about my first time visiting NYC.- The Brooklyn Who?Rumors are rampant about a nickname change for the Nets as they get ready to move into the brand new Barclay's Center in Brooklyn New York in 2012. Here are a few possibilities for what that new moniker might be.
Garden Centers in Manhattan and Brooklyn: They Do Exist!Full-service nurseries do exist in Manhattan and Brooklyn, and there are three I recommend that offer everything you've pined (or mapled) for. For big bags of stone and mulch or tiny orchids and groundcovers, check out these horticultural havens.- The Brooklyn BridgeA brief of the Brooklyn Bridge.
Guide to Free Local Brooklyn Events/Activities for SpringBook clubs, dance lessons, movie screenings and other free local Brooklyn events available for children, teens and adults.- Best Sushi Restaurants in Brooklyn, NYLive in Brooklyn and looking for a good, yet reasonably priced sushi restaurant? Head over to J-Pan in Park Slope, where you will find a very welcoming wait staff, reasonably priced food, and a calm atmosphere you can enjoy alone or with friends.
- Gleason's Gym in Brooklyn: Where the Stars of Tomorrow Wrestle for the Love of the ShowThe WWE isn't the only game in town, and never was. For those who want something a little more intimate, local, and passionate, check out Brooklyn's own WUW. Run by WWE hall of famer Johnny Rodz, WUW is where tomorrow's New York stars get their start.
Basically BrooklynThe fare-box beckons and the jingle, jangle of coins plunge down the tube of a collection box.- "Comedy of Errors" at Brooklyn Academy of MusicBrooklyn Academy of Music hopes to introduce the less tedious side of William Shakespeare with their presentation of "Comedy of Errors."
Jumpin' Juniper at the Brooklyn Arts ExchangeThere will be a fun filled children's show at the Brooklyn Arts Exchange on March 27, 2011.
Explore the Diversity of Brooklyn, NYExplore a few areas of the exciting and ethnically diverse Brooklyn, NY including the Brooklyn Cruise terminal and Brooklyn Heights.- Five Latin Restaurants to Try in BrooklynA look at some of my favorite Latin restaurants (one Dominican, one Peruvian, and three Mexican) in Brooklyn, New York.
