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Author Archives: Margot Elise

Margot is a contributing writer for BK Reader, a freelance photographer, and a knower of all things Brooklyn from the most millennial perspective ever. Born and raised in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn and now residing in Bed-Stuy—she has written for outlets including, Vibe Magazine, Vibe Vixen, Afropunk and PYNK Magazine. In addition to making BK a better place, Margot seeks to educate readers on Brooklyn culture and all of its hidden gems that make it such a special place. Follow her on IG @MargotfromBrooklyn.

Fit In Bed-Stuy Fitness Studio
Posted inBedford Stuyvesant, Featured News, Lifestyle & Culture, Popular

This Bed-Stuy Fitness Studio Offers a Place for Women of All Hues and Shapes to ‘Fit In’

by Margot Elise July 12, 2018January 28, 2021

In March 2018, health and fitness advocate Ife Obi invested her savings into her passion and opened The Fit In Bed-Stuy, a fitness studio of her dreams. In Bed-Stuy, we […]

Posted inBedford Stuyvesant, Featured News, Non-Profit & Community, Popular

The Octavia Project: Fueling Young, Non-binary Women’s Dreams with Sci-Fi, STEM and Arts

by Margot Elise May 2, 2018January 28, 2021
That Suits You, PK Kersey, Brooklyn non profit, clothing donations, suit donations, Brooklyn, Style, Fashion, Brooklyn fashion
Posted inBrownsville, East New York, Featured News, Neighborhoods, Non-Profit & Community, Popular

VIDEO: This Brooklyn Non-Profit Dresses You for a Life ‘That Suits You’

by Margot Elise April 27, 2018January 28, 2021
Posted inBusiness & Innovation, Featured News, Popular

How a 27-Year-Old Brooklynite Built a $500K Company

by Margot Elise April 16, 2018January 28, 2021
Brooklyn, Brooklyn Streetwear, Brooklyn clothing, Brooklyn Brands, Tier NYC, Filthy Brilliance, Think Good Thoughts, The Melanin Project, Planet Brooklyn Academy, BK Reader
Posted inBeauty & Fashion, Featured News, Top

5 Brooklyn-Based Streetwear Brands Representing Brooklyn Authentically

by Margot Elise April 4, 2018January 28, 2021
Gun laws, March For Our Lives, Black Lives Matter, BK Reader, March, NYC march, Brooklyn, 2nd Amendment
Posted inBrook-Lens, Featured News, News

Photos: BK Reader Asks Brooklynites, Why Did You Join the March for Our Lives?

by Margot Elise March 27, 2018January 27, 2021
Bed-Stuy Beauty Collective, Madam C.J. Walker, Madam C.J. Walker Leadership Awards, Beauty, Brooklyn, Beauty Industry, BID, Bed-Stuy Gateway Business Improvement District, Bed-Stuy BID
Posted inBedford Stuyvesant, Brook-Lens, Featured News

Photos: Bed-Stuy’s Madam C.J. Walker Awards Celebrate Beauty Entrepreneurs of Color

by Margot Elise March 21, 2018January 28, 2021
Greene Hill Food Co-op, BK Reader, Brooklyn, Health, Healthy food, healthy brooklyn, Brooklyn food co-ops, local food, produce, local produce, quality food, food, fresh food, wellness
Posted inBusiness & Innovation, Featured News, Fort Greene / Clinton Hill

Clinton Hill’s Greene Hill Food Co-op Fights to Stay in Business

by Margot Elise March 20, 2018January 28, 2021
Annie's Ginger Elixir, Brooklyn, Brooklyn-based, Brooklyn Company, Health in Brooklyn, Brooklyn, Annie Bassin
Posted inBusiness & Innovation, Featured News, Fort Greene / Clinton Hill, Popular

A Fort Greene Ginger Elixir is Healing Brooklyn Naturally

by Margot Elise March 15, 2018January 28, 2021
Shinobi Ninja, Brooklyn, Brooklyn band, Brooklyn Bowl, Baby G, Duke Sims
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Featured News, Popular

Brooklyn Band Shinobi Ninja Revolutionizes Hip-Hop and Heavy Metal with Authenticity

by Margot Elise March 14, 2018January 28, 2021
Bed-Stuy Beauty Collective, Madam C.J. Walker, Madam C.J. Walker Leadership Awards, Beauty, Brooklyn, Beauty Industry, BID, Bed-Stuy Gateway Business Improvement District, Bed-Stuy BID
Posted inBedford Stuyvesant, Business & Innovation, Featured News

Bed-Stuy Beauty Collective to Host First Madam C.J. Walker Leadership Awards

by Margot Elise March 8, 2018January 28, 2021

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