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Discovering the Arts in Gowanus

Discovering the Arts in Gowanus

The arts near your luxury Gowanus apartment are alive and well. Now that the weather has broken, get out of your dwelling and into the arts scene in Gowanus! Brooklyn as a whole is rich with opportunities to experience art, but Gowanus specifically is home to a thriving arts community that continues to produce unique works. Arts Gowanus is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the arts in Gowanus and is a wonderful resource on studios throughout the neighborhood that you must see. The group also hosts a variety of events throughout the year.

Discovering the Arts in Gowanus

Books Set In Brooklyn

You wouldn’t live in Brooklyn unless you love it. So, while you’re waiting for the weather to warm or if you’re planning your outdoor reading list for the summer, why not jot down a handful of books about your beloved borough? From classic works to modern treasures, there are enough books set in Brooklyn to get you through the entire summer and beyond. Here are some options to check out this year, whether you decide to read them cuddle up indoors, or stretched out in the sun!

Discovering the Arts in Gowanus

The Other Art Fair

Looking to break out of hibernation in your Gowanus apartment this spring? Luckily, there are lots of things to explore in the borough this season. One of the most interesting events happening this spring is The Other Art Fair. Hosted at the Brooklyn Expo Center, just about 30 minutes north of 363 Bond Street, this seven-year-old event welcomes a range of artists who exhibit and sell their works. The Other Art Fair also holds events in London, Bristol, Sydney, Melbourne, and Los Angeles. Here are some reasons you should check out The Other Art Fair running from May 3-6.

Discovering the Arts in Gowanus

Throwing Your First Freaster at Your Brooklyn Apartment

Just like its fall counterpart Friendsgiving, Freaster is the perfect time to gather your crew at your Brooklyn apartment and celebrate spring!  Since Easter falls on the first day of the month this year, don’t feel tied to hosting your fabulous feast before the actual day. You have all of April to celebrate! Here are some tips for throwing the best Freaster yet!

Discovering the Arts in Gowanus

3 Festivals to Check Out This Spring

With warmer air just around the corner, it’s time to start planning your spring activities! There are lots of things you can get into near your apartment in Gowanus and throughout the metropolitan area. From booze to blooms to art and more, your schedule will fill up quick with all the exciting things happening around the city. Here are three festivals to check out this spring in Brooklyn and beyond.

Discovering the Arts in Gowanus

Best St. Patrick’s Day Events Near Your Gowanus Apartment

St. Patrick’s Day is one of the most fun days in the city. No matter what you’re into or where you’re from, you’re Irish for one day and thankfully, there’s lots to do! This year St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Saturday, so the revelry near your Gowanus apartment will no doubt last well into the night. Finding what spots to hit will be the hardest part of planning your day! Here’s what’s going on for St. Patrick’s Day in Brooklyn and beyond.

Discovering the Arts in Gowanus

Decluttering and Donating: Where to Get Rid of Your Stuff

Now that spring is finally upon us, it’s time to think about ridding your Gowanus apartment of clutter. But when you get in the shedding mindset, it’s hard to figure out where all this stuff that you just don’t need should go. Kick it to the curb? Or could someone else use it? Luckily, there are lots of places in Brooklyn where you can donate gently-used items so that others can find new treasures that you might consider to be trash – or at least stuff you don’t need in your life anymore. There are even organizations that will pick up your stuff! Here’s where to get rid of everything that no longer serves you.

Discovering the Arts in Gowanus

Staying Active During Winter Near Our Luxury Brooklyn Apartments

While we offer a variety of fitness-focused amenities onsite, staying active during winter near our luxury Brooklyn apartments can still be challenging. From the short days to the bitter temperatures, finding the motivation to sweat is harder during the colder months. After you’ve stopped by our onsite fitness center, or taken a class at our yoga studio, head out into the best neighborhood in Brooklyn to discover new and exciting fitness endeavors. There are ways to break a sweat beyond free weights and elliptical machines, right near your Gowanus apartment.

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Best Valentine’s Dinner Options Near Your Gowanus Apartment

Interested in joining the masses in dining out for Valentine’s Day? You’re in luck! There is a slew of options right nearby your Gowanus apartment that will satisfy any taste or craving. And, if it turns out any of them are just too crowded, you’ll be close enough to home to cook up a back-up plan.

Discovering the Arts in Gowanus

Throwing an Anti-Valentine’s Lady Party

Valentine’s Day is overrated, so why not gather your girl crew and throw a ladies-only party with those who’ll never break your heart? Your Brooklyn apartment is the perfect place to host an anti-Valentine’s lady party with everything you and your crew enjoy. Even heading out on the town for the night comes with the risk of being surrounded by lovey-dovey couples, so instead, here are some ways to host your own lovefest at home.