There are lots of amazing places to celebrate Halloween in New York this year. We mentioned that Brooklyn Bazaar is closing next month, so their Halloween Massacre is a good choice. There’s also lots of great cover bands and parties to check out. Here are some of our top picks. Check back for updates! ————– What: […]
Weekend fire in Williamsburg likely caused by BBQ grill
No one was hurt and no charges have been filed, but several apartments suffered smoke, fire and water damage: About a hundred firefighters responded to the blaze that started shortly after 4pm Saturday afternoon. It took about a hundred firefighters an hour to get the blaze under control. The FDNY says the fire started on […]
Film version of Motherless Brooklyn will be an “entirely new” reimagining of the book
We love the 1999 book by Jonathan Lethem so this is surprising news. The film, which is being directed by Edward Norton, will be closing out the New York Film Festival which begins on September 27. Like the book, it will feature “a lonely private detective with Tourette syndrome” but with an all new script. […]
Park to be built in lot beneath Kosciuszko Bridge
You have to wait until next spring, but plans are underway for the new park in Greenpoint, between Varick and Scott Avenues: An empty lot below the Brooklyn side of the Kosciuszko Bridge is on track to become a new, innovative open space. Envisioned as a “destination park,” similar to Domino Park and The High […]
This weekend: Levi’s Tailor Shop Brooklyn featuring Stencil 1
They’ve curated a wonderful line up of musical acts for the monthly series, so stop by and get your gear game on!
Grand Street Restaurant Week returns through August 25th
SPONSORED POST Restaurant Week on Grand Street Returns August 12 – 25th! Williamsburg’s food scene has exploded in the past decade, and Restaurant Week on Grand Street is the perfect opportunity to explore new cuisines, or patron your favorite spot at a discount. With 15 restaurants on six blocks, sorting through all the menus may […]
IAMSOUND sunset music series at the Wythe Hotel rooftop
The first part of this series featured Zsela on July 16, but there are a handful of artists you can still catch from July 20 to Sep 17. Next up is duendita: We are pleased to share that Wythe Hotel – Brooklyn’s most iconic property – announces today the first wave of a five-part Sunset […]
The Bagel Store, famous for creating the rainbow bagel, shutdown for owing 887K in taxes
View this post on Instagram Goes to New York City🗽just to try The Original 🌈 Bagel 🌈 Worth It!! 🌈 Photo: @aishdaisuki . A post shared by The Bagel Store (@thebagelstore) on Jul 17, 2019 at 6:30am PDT Well this is a bummer. Sure, they may be known for the rainbow bagel, […]
Premier restaurant, bar, lounge space available with rooftop access
SPONSORED POST 85 Debevoise Street in Williamsburg Brooklyn (map) Directly across from Brooklyn Steel Music Venue – 2,000 Patrons Nightly 2,500 – 10,750 SF Available Exclusive listing agents: Jill Pescatore (203-505-8236) and Lauren Curcio (917-370-9152). Space available at a high traffic location at the center of all Williamsburg attractions: Distinctive physical space with 15’ loft […]
Levi’s Tailor Shop Brooklyn kicks off customization & music series
They’ve curated a wonderful line up of musical acts for the monthly series, so stop by and get your gear game on!