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Want to camp next to the trees and for free in iconic NYC parks? Now you can.
The NYC Parks Department has opened its lottery for the free Family Camping program, offering rare overnight stays in flagship city parks through mid-September.
· 29 days ago 
Via BklynlibraryPOTW: Housing Starts: The Riverside Buildings and the Push for Affordable Housing in Brooklyn | Brooklyn Public Library
The Riverside Buildings, completed in 1890 as a model for affordable housing in Brooklyn Heights, remain a landmark of 19th-century progressive reform despite losing nearly half the complex to BQE construction.
· about 1 month ago
Via Brooklyn Bridge ParentsBest drop-in indoor activities for kids & teens in Brooklyn
A new neighborhood guide highlights local indoor activities for all ages in DUMBO and Brooklyn Heights, including boutique play spaces, nature centers, and specialized hobby shops.
· 2 months ago
Via Brooklyn Bridge Parents2026 CSA Sign-Ups are open in Brooklyn
Community Supported Agriculture registration has opened for the 2026 season across Brooklyn, offering residents the chance to secure weekly farm-fresh produce through various neighborhood pickup locations.
· 3 months ago
