Thanksgiving is the underrated holiday. A wonderful, relaxing day full of great company and convivial conversation. And then it’s capped off by a delicious dinner. What’s not to love about it? Plenty if you’re the one making dinner - especially if you’re cooking...
After a year-and-a-half in the dark, Broadway is back! New Yorkers know first-hand how unusual it was to see this typically busy and bustling area shuttered and stagnant during lockdown. Now, it’s back in business and ready to entertain New Yorkers and visitors...
To say that Gowanus and Brooklyn residents love Halloween is an understatement. This frighteningly fun time kicks off the holiday season festivities that last until after the New Year. And our neighborhood wears its festive spirit on its sleeve. And store fronts. And...
Looking for a great cardio workout? One that builds muscle, is low impact, and helps improve your flexibility and coordination? Rock climbing checks all of those boxes! But where can you go rock climbing in Brooklyn? Lucky for us, one of the country’s premiere...
New to Gowanus or just looking to get more involved with the community? One of the best ways to connect with this wonderful community is to volunteer at one of the many local organizations. Volunteering in Gowanus is a great way to get to know the neighborhood, meet...
The temperatures have dropped slightly and the leaves haven’t changed just yet, but fall will soon be here. Although the seasons are changing, it doesn’t mean you have to stay inside and miss out on lots of outdoor activities in the community. These three local...
Weekend strolls and shopping go hand-in-hand in Brooklyn. There’s something special about casually wandering around the neighborhoods, discovering new (or new to you) boutiques, and ending the day with a lovely dinner at a local restaurant. Sounds great, right? If so,...
New to the neighborhood? Know Gowanus like the back of your hand but want to explore other Brooklyn neighborhoods? Not sure what folks mean when they refer to DUMBO? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then a Brooklyn walking tour should be on your to-do...
Brooklynites are good at many things - especially when it comes to creatively using any available space. Like many city dwellers, Brooklyn residents who want to enjoy some of the comforts, conveniences and activities typically found in the suburbs have figured out...
Like the song says, you have to root, root, root for the home team. For a long time that wasn’t an easy thing to do for Brooklyn baseball fans. In 1957, the neighborhood’s beloved Dodgers moved to California, leaving the community bereft of a home team. While many...