On Sunday, December 22nd, The Bridge Multicultural and Advocacy Project (Bridge MCP) held its Annual “Unity in Action” Holiday Celebration at 1894 Flatbush Avenue. The annual event honors individuals who have shown a strong commitment to supporting the community while also celebrating the unity of

Hundreds packed the Sky Wise Lounge, at 2027 Emmons Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, on Monday, December 23rd, to witness a new beginning of leadership at the inauguration ceremony of Assemblyman Michael Novakhov (R), who was elected on November 8th to represent District 45, which includes

On Wednesday, December 18th, we hosted our third Annual Holiday Concert and Tree Lighting, an event that has become a tradition in our community. Despite the rain forecast, the spirit of celebration shined through, showcasing our determination to embrace the holiday season together. We know that

Views of Saturn, Jupiter, several constellations and many, many stars were the highlight of the Marine Park Alliance’s (MPA) Winter Solstice event on a frigid night in Seba Park along Gerritsen Avenue. Dozens of local stargazers turned out for the event, which was the final

If you didn’t know better, you would think you were at the North Pole visiting Santa Claus and his wife as they greeted guests, danced and handed out goody bags to all the good little boys and girls at the Avenue U IHOP on a

Anyone looking for a great spot to dine locally need look no further than Flatlands Buffet, located at 5614 Flatlands Avenue. The eatery, which opened on November 1st, serves a wide array of Asian and American cuisine aimed at satisfying even the most finicky palate.

Residents of Marine Park gathered at the Carmine Carro Community Center on Saturday afternoon, December 14th, to observe a pre-celebration of the upcoming holiday, Kwanzaa. Organized by the Marine Park Alliance, with the support of other organizations and Brooklyn College’s assistant professor, Dr. Simanique Moody,

With a clear night sky, stargazers gathered on Friday night, December 13th, at Seba Park, located on Gerritsen and Seba Avenues, to view the Geminids meteor shower and other celestial objects. The Marine Park Alliance organized the event in coordination with Assistant Scoutmaster Paul Jones,

Despite how busy he always is this time of year, Santa Claus and his very favorite elf made a special stop at the Floridian Plaza Diner, located at 2301 Flatbush Avenue, on Sunday afternoon, December 15th, to share warm holiday wishes and take photos with

Bull’s Eye Sports Pub held their Annual Christmas Party and Comedy Show on Friday, December 13th. Once again, the show was dedicated to comedian Otto Peterson whose groundbreaking ventriloquism act along with his partner “George Dudley” headlined shows at Bull’s Eye from 2008 through 2013 (Peterson

Acclaimed entertainer Don Anthony performed a special Elvis Christmas Show for a full house, in the Chandelier Room Supper Club of the Floridian Plaza Diner, at 2301 Flatbush Avenue, on Saturday evening, December 14th. You wouldn’t believe the excitement in the room, unless you had

As the weather gets colder, the lights get brighter – Marine Park residents gathered at the Carmine Carro Community Center, 3000 Fillmore Avenue, on Sunday afternoon, December 8th, to learn about the importance of Chanukah. The Marine Park Alliance organized the event as part of

Kids intently coloring Christmas pictures. Families learning how to fold up origami angels out of colorful paper. Santa Claus himself taking photos with children on his holiday throne and giving them gifts. This was what the inside of the Carmine Carro Community Center, 3000 Fillmore

Flatlands residents got to eat for free on the afternoon of Tuesday, November 26th, after visiting the Melting Pot Restaurant’s Annual Thanksgiving Free Meal Appreciation Giveaway. Serving up a heaping portion of complimentary turkey, chicken, macaroni and cheese, rice and peas, rice and beans, salad

In the vibrant neighborhood of Canarsie, Calvin and Latoya Sennon have brought the rich flavors and warmth of their Trinidadian roots to life through their restaurant, TriniJam, located at 9501 Flatlands Avenue. Since opening on August 8, 2020, Trini Jam has become a local favorite, offering