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A new Barrel Yard — combo distillery, winery, cidery — opens in historic Red Hook

Lonnies, a Neighborhood Spot to Swoon Over, Opens in Boerum Hill - BKMAG

Sean Rembold and Caron Callahan, the team behind Brooklyn Heights mainstay Ingas Bar, have opened a second neighborhood restaurant called Lonnies in Boerum Hill.

Brooklyn Heights staple Plymouth Cafe closes after 42 years

After 42 years of service at the corner of Henry and Pineapple streets, owners Peter and David Hong closed Plymouth Cafe on June 15 to make way for a new food-oriented business.

Trudie’s Tavern Is Ready to Be Carroll Gardens’s New Go-to

Nate Adler and partners have opened Trudie’s Tavern in the former Buttermilk Channel space, offering rotisserie chicken and Jewish-influenced comfort food to Carroll Gardens.

LPC approves revised plan for 420-foot tower over historic Duffield Street Houses

The Landmarks Preservation Commission has approved a revised plan to build a 420-foot-tall mixed-use tower atop four historic 19th-century houses on Duffield Street in Downtown Brooklyn.

City hopes to reduce traffic, again, on historic Montague Street strip

The NYC Department of Transportation’s efforts to prioritize pedestrians on Montague Street have sparked debate among business owners and residents over the loss of parking and the aesthetic impact of new infrastructure.

Where to Watch the World Cup in Brooklyn, Country by Country - BKMAG

As the FIFA World Cup 2026 brings matches to the nearby Meadowlands, a variety of Brooklyn establishments are hosting localized watch parties tailored to international team affiliations.

No parking on Columbia Heights, as BQE interim repairs continue

The NYC DOT has suspended parking on Columbia Heights until June 11 to facilitate critical interim joint repairs on the BQE overpass.

Whole Foods signs lease at former Cobble Hill Rite Aid space

Whole Foods has signed a lease to open a new grocery store at the former Rite Aid location at 182 Smith Street in Cobble Hill.

A $15,000,000 Promenade View, Boarded Up and Vacant for Decades in Brooklyn Heights

A long-vacant six-story brownstone at 194 Columbia Heights has hit the market for $15 million, appearing for sale after sitting boarded up for over 40 years.

Confidant Is a Neighborhood Joint That’s Found Its Neighbors

Restaurant duo Brendan Kelley and Daniel Grossman have relocated Confidant from Industry City to the former Colonie space on Atlantic Avenue, embracing a neighborhood-focused identity.

Titán Is an All-Star Cantina Built for Regulars

New Mexican cantina Titán will open mid-June at 5 Front Street in Dumbo, featuring a collaboration between chef Alan Delgado and acclaimed bartender Ivy Mix.

Big News: Danny Meyer to Open at the Hotel Bossert

Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group will open a flagship restaurant in the historic Hotel Bossert at 98 Montague Street, marking the group's first full-service venture in Brooklyn.

Rose Byrne, Bobby Cannavale stun neighbors by holding stoop sale outside Brooklyn home

Boerum Hill residents Bobby Cannavale and Rose Byrne hosted a traditional stoop sale outside their brownstone this weekend following a reported move to a new local residence.

Alison Roman Is Opening First Bloom in Brooklyn Heights

Cookbook author Alison Roman is bringing her boutique grocery store First Bloom to Brooklyn Heights this fall, with local chatter pointing to a flagship location on Montague Street.

Alyssa Shelasky: Sex Diaries w/ Molly Roden Winter | Books Are Magic

Local Brooklyn Heights resident and NY Mag columnist will give a talk on her new book at Books Are Magic.

Dance and ballet classes in Brooklyn

A new guide to Brooklyn dance schools highlights several local studios in Downtown Brooklyn, DUMBO, and Brooklyn Heights offering ballet, hip-hop, and Irish dance for all ages.

NYC’s Only STEAM Camp in a Purpose-Built Kids’ Makerspace in Carroll Gardens

STEAM-focused summer camp MakeInspires is offering hands-on programs for children ages 5 to 15 at its Carroll Gardens makerspace from June 15 through September 9.

Baby & Me classes & hangs for new parents in Brooklyn

A new neighborhood guide details local programming for new parents in Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO, featuring library story times, postnatal fitness, and community music classes.

New Restaurants, Bars, Bakeries and Cafes That Opened in Our Neighborhoods in the first half of June ’26

New waterfront dining options arrive in Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO this June, including a floating bar on a retired FDNY fireboat and a Northern Mexican restaurant.

Jay-Z Brings Free ‘Reasonable Doubt’ Pop-Up Experience to DUMBO

Jay-Z and Roc Nation are launching a free, two-day pop-up activation in DUMBO on June 25 and 26 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the album Reasonable Doubt.

New Parents 101 – a guide for first-time parents in Brooklyn

A new guide for local parents highlights community resources including DUMBO fitness meetups, Park Slope support groups, and recurring stroller clubs throughout Brooklyn Heights and surrounding neighborhoods.

Where to celebrate your child’s birthday party in Brooklyn

A new local guide identifies over 100 children’s birthday party venues across Brooklyn, highlighting unique interactive experiences and artistic activities in DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park.

Gymnastics programs in Brooklyn

A new guide outlines gymnastics programs across Brooklyn for the 2026 season, including options for toddlers through competitive athletes in Prospect Heights, Gowanus, and Fort Greene.

Best 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.

Creative After-School in Brooklyn: Art, Cooking & Spanish at Casa Lu

Casa Lu in Gowanus is opening enrollment for its fall after-school program, offering visual arts, cooking, and Spanish immersion for children in Kindergarten through 4th Grade.

Restaurant by Danny Meyer coming to the Bossert Hotel in Brooklyn Heights

Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group will open its first full-service Brooklyn restaurant at the historic Hotel Bossert in 2028.

Family Fan Fest NYC – June 13 at the German House of Soccer (sponsored)

CityKinder and ICH BIN EXPAT will host the German Family Fan Fest for the German-speaking community on June 13 at the official German House of Soccer in Manhattan.

So much fun at our Summer Saturday at Atlantic Terminal 6/6/26

Atlantic Terminal Mall and Brooklyn Bridge Parents launched their seasonal Summer Saturdays series with water play and free activities for local families.

Build robots this summer in Park Slope or Brooklyn Heights with the Brooklyn Robot Foundry!

Brooklyn Robot Foundry returns to Brooklyn Heights for its 2026 Summer Circuits program, offering weekly and daily sessions for rising Kindergarten through 5th grade students.

5 new Brooklyn restaurants added to the Michelin Star List – from French and Cambodian to Mexican cuisine

The Michelin Guide has released its Spring 2026 teaser list, featuring five new Brooklyn restaurants now eligible for prestigious stars or Bib Gourmand status later this year.

Restaurants, bars, bakeries, supermarkets and cafés that opened & closed in Brooklyn in May ’26

Brooklyn’s summer dining scene expands with new openings including Bar Susanne in Williamsburg, Maman in DUMBO, and several new eateries across Park Slope and Bay Ridge.

Celebrate Father’s Day in Brooklyn

Brooklyn families can celebrate Father’s Day through a variety of local neighborhood events ranging from community cookouts and kite-making to hair-braiding workshops and family-friendly raves.

Brooklyn Heights Community Fridge gets a new home — right across the street

The Brooklyn Heights Community Fridge celebrated its move to 125 Henry Street on Sunday with a ribbon cutting and volunteer sandwich-making event.

Whole Foods to open new store on Smith Street, on edge of Boerum Hill and Cobble Hill

Whole Foods Market has signed a lease to open a new 35,000-square-foot store at 182 Smith Street, formerly a Rite Aid location on the border of Boerum Hill and Cobble Hill.

Don’t miss the Brooklyn Heights Association’s annual Dog Show this Sunday

The Brooklyn Heights Association will host its annual Brooklyn Heights Dog Show this Sunday on Montague Street as part of the local Open Streets program.

Design Studio and Home Goods Shop Debuts in Cobble Hill

Husband-and-wife duo Josh and Jack Manes have opened Manes Studio, a combined architecture firm and luxury home goods shop, in a former dry cleaner space at 484 Henry Street in Cobble Hill.

Local Event: Brooklyn Heights Businesses Share Tips, Tricks, and Know How at “Montague Knows” This Sunday

Local businesses will host free sidewalk workshops and live demos this Sunday during the Montague Knows showcase on Montague Street.

Hulu series starring Lindsay Lohan, Shailene Woodley films in Brooklyn Heights

The upcoming Hulu thriller series Count My Lies, starring Lindsay Lohan, Shailene Woodley, and Kit Harington, recently transformed several Brooklyn Heights landmarks for location filming.

Brooklyn Brownstone Abandoned for Decades Hits the Market for $15 Million

An 1860s Italianate brownstone at 194 Columbia Heights has hit the market for $15 million after sitting abandoned for several decades.

Pediatric urgent care options in Brooklyn and lower Manhattan

A new guide outlines pediatric urgent care and emergency room options for families across Brooklyn, including clinics in Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, and Downtown Brooklyn.

DUMBO Drop 2026: Flying Elephants & Block Party Spectacle Friday 5/29

The annual DUMBO Drop returns to Washington Street on Friday, May 29, featuring two timed parachute releases of souvenir elephants and a neighborhood block party.

‘Family Spring Fling’ in Brooklyn Heights brings something for everyone

The Family Spring Fling brought free puppet shows, archery, and street activities to Montague Street on Sunday as part of the car-free Open Streets program.

So much fun at the Spring Fling on Montague 5/17/26

The second annual Spring Fling drew families to Montague Street on May 17 for a day of free activities during the neighborhood Open Streets event.

A Summer in Brooklyn, En Français – French Immersion Summer Camp for Ages 2–8 (sponsored)

Smith Street Maternelle is opening registration for its French immersion summer camp running June 29 through August 21 at three Brooklyn locations, including Brooklyn Heights.

Where to Play in Brooklyn: Arts & Crafts

A new guide highlights kid-friendly drop-in art studios across Brooklyn, including spots for pottery, canvas painting, and sensory play in neighborhoods from Park Slope to Greenpoint.

Best family-friendly pizza places in Brooklyn

A new guide highlights the most family-friendly pizza destinations across Brooklyn, featuring neighborhood staples in Brooklyn Heights, Carroll Gardens, and beyond.

Best family-friendly bagel places in Brooklyn

A new neighborhood guide highlights the most family-friendly bagel shops across Brooklyn Heights, DUMBO, and surrounding areas.

The 2026 Macy’s Fireworks are returning to the Brooklyn Bridge for a historic anniversary

Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks will return to the Brooklyn Bridge in 2026 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the show and the U.S. semiquincentennial.

Last Walgreens in Brooklyn Heights to close June 4

The Walgreens pharmacy at 120 Court Street will close on June 4 as the site is slated for redevelopment into a 14-story mixed-use residential tower.