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Two Fleas, One Williamsburg

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Shannon Carlin

Ask anyone, even Brian Williams, and they’ll tell you Williamsburg is home of the flea market. But the markets here aren’t your grandma’s flea markets. You won’t find that old bowling trophy or those 99-cent flip-flops. Unless there’s some sort … Continue reading →

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Brooklyn bar brings in comedians

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Sarah Ewald

From the outset, Freddy’s Bar looks like pretty typical. But there’s more going on inside on the first night of each workweek. The Park Slope bar, which reopened on Feb. 4, boasts stand-up comedy performed every Monday night. And it’s … Continue reading →

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A Dose of Brazil in Brooklyn

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Zachary Kussin

Twenty portrait photographs line the interior of The Pillow Cafe in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn. Evenly arranged in gallery style, these digital prints comprise a new photo exhibit entitled “Brazil: Two Weeks Along the Back Roads,” which lasts until May 15. … Continue reading →

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Art Meets Inclusivity

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Zachary Kussin

A group of young Brooklyn residents gathered at the Tip Top Bar in Bedford-Stuyvesant last night to display drawings, photos, even to perform songs and poems for the second annual Fun-a-Day show. Though the scene quickly took on the appearance … Continue reading →

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Brooklyn Represents at the 2010 ING New York City Marathon

Posted on November 8, 2010 by Samantha Stark

A runner sees a lot in 26.2 miles. Especially if she’s making her way through one of the most diverse cities in the world. While thousands of New Yorkers cram near the finish line of the ING New York City … Continue reading →

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Junior’s Takes The Cake After Sixty Years

Posted on November 3, 2010 by Courtney Carter

What do you give a place that sells cake, especially famous cheesecake that is, for their birthday? Nothing, they give it to you. Junior’s Restaurant, Brooklyn’s legendary eatery, celebrated its 60th anniversary today, and the restaurant invited all New Yorkers … Continue reading →

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“Next Great Artist” at the Brooklyn Museum

Posted on October 3, 2010 by Spencer A. Freeman

From “Project Runway” to “Top Chef” to “Shear Genius”, Bravo TV is no stranger when it comes to reality show competitions. Unfortunately, between flashy editing and interpersonal drama of cast members, the actual talent of these individuals takes a backseat … Continue reading →

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Brooklyn Book Festival Sheds Light on a Gloomy Day

Posted on September 12, 2010 by Spencer A. Freeman

Despite the ominous weather, bibliophiles of all ages trekked to the the fifth annual Brooklyn Book Festival this Sunday for an opportunity to participate in all things book related. Featuring more than 200 authors – both local and widely recognized … Continue reading →

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