Non-Profit & Community

Brooklyn Children's Museum to Commemorate MLK Day With Performances, Marches

Explore age-appropriate ways to talk about race, racism and a world without war on Jan. 19 and Jan. 20.

Jan 13, 2025 11:22 AM Read more >

New Charter School For Girls to Open in Flatbush, Brooklyn

The Kwenda Collegiate Girls Charter School will have a STEAM-focused curriculum for girls and gender-expansive youth.

Jan 9, 2025 9:14 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Org Honors 5 Trailblazing Nonprofits For 2025 Spark Prize

Nonprofits that help bridge the gap in reading, food, health, legal services and computers were chosen to receive $100,000 each.

Jan 8, 2025 10:45 AM Read more >

Brooklyn’s Annual Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Returns to BAM

Featuring keynote speaker Carlotta Walls LaNier and performances by Ailey II and The Fire Ensemble, the free event celebrates Dr. King’s legacy of justice and unity on Jan. 20.

Jan 8, 2025 8:46 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Initiatives Among Top City Preservation Efforts

The Landmarks Preservation Commission included the creation of a new historic district in Bedford Stuyvesant as a highlight of its work in 2024.

Jan 4, 2025 10:00 AM Read more >

Counting Down The Top 10 BK Reader Stories of 2024

Here's a look back at some of your favorite original stories published in BK Reader this year.

Dec 31, 2024 11:43 AM Read more >

NYC Initiative to Preserve Arts And Culture Organizations

The city said a new program will help small theaters, galleries and bookshops to remain open.

Dec 30, 2024 12:25 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Museum Awards UOVO Prize to Emerging Artist Melissa Joseph

Artist Melissa Joseph is known for her work across mediums including drawing, painting, ceramics and fiber arts.

Dec 28, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

Bed-Stuy Gateway BID Spreads Holiday Cheer With Tree Lighting And Sleigh Ride

The community-wide Christmas extravaganza lit up Restoration Plaza in Bedford Stuyvesant.

Dec 28, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

How to Recycle Your Christmas Tree in Brooklyn

Wrap up your holiday season and say goodbye to your tree at Mulchfest, a NYC Parks tradition running from Dec. 26 to Jan. 12, 2025.

Dec 26, 2024 9:49 AM Read more >