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Security footage shows Kelly Clarkson’s $15,000 mechanical-bird encounter

Was the singer’s "Karen moment" worth the "Pretty Woman" fallout?Watch the full episode with @PSTorre, @DarthAmin and Wyatt Cenac — plus the full secu

Nitehawk is the latest ‘anti-phone’ theater to fall to the QR code

Recent criticism highlights a growing frustration with the mandatory use of QR code technology and mobile devices at New York City movie theaters.

For all following the Art of Play/Kelly Clarkson drama, here is the mechanical bird at the center of it

Is it worth all the hubbaloo? Doubt it, but it is pretty amazing to see in person.

The Graza Olive-Oil People Are Designing Mamdani’s New Groceries

Brooklyn-based firm Gander has been selected to lead the branding for New York City’s first pilot program of city-owned grocery stores.

James Caputo, Carroll Gardens Royalty, Gets Into the Bagel Game

James Caputo, the fifth-generation owner of the recently shuttered Caputo’s Bake Shop, is partnering with Rafi Hasid to open Caputo Bagels in Park Slope this October.

Sauced! with Alison Roman and Victoria James

On Tuesday, October 6th, The Franks kick off their Good Company party series with best-selling author Alison Roman. The place: @fandfrestaurant. The menu: a red sauce dinner inspired by Roman’s hit tomato sauce – soon to be found on the shelves of the highly anticipated Brooklyn Heights outpost of

In a Frenzie: Sourdough Pizza That Goes Down Easy

Frenzie, a new sourdough pizzeria and wine bar helmed by Roberta’s and L’Industrie veterans, has opened on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn Heights.

Bebo brings traditional Georgian cooking to Atlantic Avenue

New Georgian restaurant Bebo has opened at 145 Atlantic Avenue, offering traditional family recipes and interiors inspired by the owners’ grandmothers.

Caribbean restaurant from Amagansett, Doubles, to take over old Plymouth Cafe space at 90 Henry St.

Renderings Reveal Ritz-Carlton Residences Conversion of Hotel Bossert in Brooklyn Heights - New York YIMBY

New renderings offer a first look at the conversion of the historic Hotel Bossert into The Ritz-Carlton Residences, a 62-unit condominium project at 98 Montague Street.

DUMBO Finally Has a Farmers Market

The DUMBO Farmers Market at Brooklyn Bridge Park is currently seeking local vendors to list products as it prepares for an upcoming season near Main Street.

Happier Grocery Eyes Carroll Gardens For New Store

A newly formed entity linked to Manhattan’s Happier Grocery has secured $22 million in financing for properties at 295 President Street and 336 Union Street in Carroll Gardens.

Ban Be Bakery to Move to old Laurel Spot

Hotel Bossert plan wins landmarks approval on second try

The Landmarks Preservation Commission has approved a revised design to convert the historic Hotel Bossert into 61 condominiums, featuring a new ground-floor restaurant by Danny Meyer.

LPC To Review Revised Proposal for Hotel Conversion

Revised plans for the landmark Hotel Bossert conversion at 98 Montague Street feature a scaled-back rooftop expansion and a new ground-floor restaurant by Danny Meyer.

Alloy announces retailer MUJI and bakery Winner to join CardVault in Downtown Brooklyn

Alloy Development has announced that Japanese retailer MUJI and artisanal bakery Winner will join the ground floor retail lineup at The Alloy Block in Downtown Brooklyn.

Bon Appétit: Year-Round Roadside Dining Set To Return to NYC Under Newly Passed Bills

The City Council passed a legislative package on Thursday to bring back year-round roadside dining sheds and allow for winterized sidewalk cafes across New York City.

Brooklyn Heights Is Getting a Late-Night Pizza Bar

Chefs Brendan Kelley and Daniel Grossman are opening Frenzie on August 13, a late-night sourdough pizza and wine bar located in the former Pips space on Atlantic Avenue.

Frenzie Is Getting Closer & a Brooklyn Heights Home Sets a Record

A historic Brooklyn Heights townhouse has set a 2026 record with a $24.5 million sale, while new developments like the BKX retail hub and local eateries Frenzie and Red Hook Focacceria prepare to open.

Construction begins on 51-story luxury tower in Brooklyn Heights

Construction has begun on One Montague Place, a 51-story luxury tower at 205 Montague St. featuring 136 residences, a jazz club, and the first Brooklyn outpost of BondST.

Beloved Brooklyn Heights market closes after 30 years

Longtime Brooklyn Heights market All in One Deli Mart, widely known by its original name Peas N’ Pickles, has closed after more than 30 years at the corner of Henry Street and Pineapple Walk.

Softee showdown: Ice cream trucks battle it out for sales in Pierrepont Playground

A cluster of ice cream trucks at Pierrepont Playground highlights the competitive and complex licensing system behind one of Brooklyn Heights’ busiest vending spots.

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

St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church is home to the city’s largest E.M. Skinner organ and America’s oldest figural stained-glass windows

St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church on Montague Street continues to serve as a cultural hub with upcoming Candlelight concert series events featuring classical tributes to modern artists.

Noodle Pudding Is NYC’s Ideal Neighborhood Restaurant

The long-standing Henry Street Italian staple Noodle Pudding is highlighted for its neighborhood charm, traditional hospitality, and signature dishes like bucatini cacio e pepe.

Montero Bar & Grill Sets Sail Into a New Era

The historic Montero Bar and Grill on Atlantic Avenue has transitioned to new ownership under the Pincus brothers, who aim to preserve the nearly 90-year-old dive bar legacy.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

SMOR BAKERY CARROLL GARDENS OPENS

CARROLL GARDENS OPENS TOMORROW 10/1! Thank you for your patience as our small team worked to bring this new space to life. We can’t wait to welcome you in for pastries, coffee, breakfast, lunch and cafe favorites, plus our new to-go window for grabbing Smør on the go! The first 25 customers will r

Brooklyn's Biggest Street Fest Atlantic Antic postponed to Oct. 4th

The Atlantic Avenue Local Development Corporation has postponed the 51st annual Atlantic Antic to October 4th due to a nor'easter.

LOBSTER WEEK IS BACK

Red Hook Lobster Pound’s End of Summer Shellibration runs September 28–October 4, with reservations highly suggested.

Atlantic Antic returns with music, food and fun on Sept. 27 • Brooklyn Paper

The 51st annual Atlantic Antic street festival returns to Brooklyn on Sept. 27, featuring a 1.5-mile stretch of global cuisine, live music, and family activities from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

NYC Broadway Week: 2-for-1 tickets through September 20

RETURN OF THE BUFFALO: TATANKA OWE AKUPI

A massive public art spectacle featuring life-size buffalo puppets will march through Downtown Brooklyn and Lower Manhattan on September 18-19, 2026.

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.

Favorite bakeries in our neighborhoods in Brooklyn

A new community-sourced guide highlights the top bakeries and dessert shops across Brooklyn Heights, DUMBO, and Boerum Hill, featuring local staples and unique international patisseries.

Best family-friendly restaurants in our neighborhoods in Brooklyn

A new roundup of family-friendly dining options across Brooklyn Heights and Carroll Gardens highlights neighborhood staples ranging from casual diners to upscale Italian eateries.

Summer bucket list for families in Brooklyn and beyond

Brooklyn Bridge Parents has released its 2026 summer guide featuring local outdoor movies, public pool openings, and neighborhood festivals across the borough.

Free outdoor movies in Brooklyn this summer 2026

Free outdoor movie screenings are returning to Brooklyn Bridge Park and public spaces borough-wide this summer, featuring titles ranging from family animations to cult classics.

Free kid-friendly events this week in Brooklyn (6/22-6/28)

Brooklyn Heights Library hosts a therapeutic reading session with a guest dog this Tuesday, part of a local lineup of free activities including park strolls and outdoor cinema.

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.

Have a day of family fun in Coney Island

Coney Island’s summer season is in full swing with the opening of the new Coney Escape Room, weekly fireworks, and specialized neighborhood nights for the Brooklyn Cyclones at Maimonides Park.

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.

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.

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.

2026 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.

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.

Where to celebrate Juneteenth in Brooklyn

Community organizations across Brooklyn will host a series of free events from June 12 through June 19 to celebrate Juneteenth with festivals, storytelling, and educational programs.

Home of Soccer in Brooklyn Bridge Park – Everything you need to know

A free 25,000-square-foot soccer fan zone at Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Emily Roebling Plaza offers match screenings, pick-up games, and kid-friendly activities through July 19.

Where to Watch the World Cup in Brooklyn

Local restaurants and venues across Brooklyn are hosting family-friendly World Cup watch parties, with several Brooklyn Heights and Boerum Hill locations offering dedicated viewing spaces for parents and children.

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.

The Brooklyn Greek Festival in Brooklyn Heights kicks off Monday, June 1, 2026

The Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Brooklyn kicks off its annual Greek street fair on June 1, features daily live music and traditional food.

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.

Paddlewheeler

PS 8: The Emily Warren Roebling School will host its 2026 Paddlewheeler Block Party on Sunday, May 31, featuring local food, tournaments, and various family activities.

Family-Friendly Guide to Governors Island 2026

Governors Island offers expanded family programming for the 2026 season, including diverse playgrounds, urban farming education, and the return of seasonal festivals accessible via ferry from Brooklyn Bridge Park.

Family-Friendly programming in Brooklyn Bridge Park 2026

Brooklyn Bridge Park has announced its 2026 outdoor season lineup, featuring a World Cup Fan Zone, free kayaking, and the return of popular festivals from May through October.

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.

Memorial Day weekend fun for families in Brooklyn and beyond

New York City kicks off the summer season this Memorial Day weekend with park openings, cultural festivals, and family-friendly activities across Brooklyn and beyond.

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.

Outdoor Festivals and Street Fairs in Brooklyn in 2026

Community calendars are filling up for the 2026 spring season with free festivals, street fairs, and communal events across Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO starting this May.

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.

Table for 1,300: The Longest Table 2026 brings together a neighborly crowd in Brooklyn Heights

The second annual Longest Table potluck drew an estimated 1,300 participants to Remsen Street and Montague Terrace on Saturday, doubling the attendance of last year's inaugural neighborhood gathering.