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...
Ready to go outside, stretch those legs and soak up the sun after a long winter (and even longer 2020)? Then New York Road Runners invite you to join their open run fun! Starting on August 3 and lasting until late November, the NYRR encourages their neighbors to meet...
Festival season is in full bloom this summer! After a year of canceled, postponed and virtual events, it’s going to be a relief to get outside and experience all of the culture, attractions, food and events that the various Brooklyn summer festivals have to offer....