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New Lots Library redesign pays tribute to its roots as an African burial ground * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn Public Library is transforming an African burial ground site into a modern library, incorporating cultural and historical references in its design.

'Trace/s' exhibit connects Brooklyn's 150-year history of slavery to living relatives * Brooklyn Paper

The 'Trace/s' exhibit at Brooklyn Public Library connects the legacy of slavery in Brooklyn with its descendants.

Mass Timber Building to Transform New Lots Library

The new Brooklyn Public Library is designed to be a culturally significant community space, incorporating local input and sustainable materials.

New Lots Library redesign pays tribute to its roots as an African burial ground * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn Public Library is transforming an African burial ground site into a modern library, incorporating cultural and historical references in its design.

'Trace/s' exhibit connects Brooklyn's 150-year history of slavery to living relatives * Brooklyn Paper

The 'Trace/s' exhibit at Brooklyn Public Library connects the legacy of slavery in Brooklyn with its descendants.

Mass Timber Building to Transform New Lots Library

The new Brooklyn Public Library is designed to be a culturally significant community space, incorporating local input and sustainable materials.

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Brooklyn Public Library unveils second phase of Central Library upgrades

The Brooklyn Public Library is undergoing a $150 million upgrade to enhance community services and modernize its facilities.

Brooklyn Public Library program to examine urban planning concepts

The Brooklyn Public Library is using community conversations to address and clarify issues around affordable housing and urban development in NYC.

Kings Bay Library Wins BKLYN Robotics League Championship

Kings Bay Library wins BKLYN Library Robotics League championship for the second year, showcasing technological skills and community participation.

Book Match Celebrates 10th Birthday with personalized pairing of titles and topics

The Brooklyn Public Library's Book Match program celebrates ten years of personalized book recommendations without the use of algorithms.

Brooklyn Public Library to lead readers 'Out of Darkness' at 8th annual Night in the Library * Brooklyn Paper

Night in the Library event returns on March 16 with the theme 'Out of Darkness'.

Event includes conversations, performances, and challenges to confront difficult aspects of humanity.

Brooklyn Public Library unveils second phase of Central Library upgrades

The Brooklyn Public Library is undergoing a $150 million upgrade to enhance community services and modernize its facilities.

Brooklyn Public Library program to examine urban planning concepts

The Brooklyn Public Library is using community conversations to address and clarify issues around affordable housing and urban development in NYC.

Kings Bay Library Wins BKLYN Robotics League Championship

Kings Bay Library wins BKLYN Library Robotics League championship for the second year, showcasing technological skills and community participation.

Book Match Celebrates 10th Birthday with personalized pairing of titles and topics

The Brooklyn Public Library's Book Match program celebrates ten years of personalized book recommendations without the use of algorithms.

Brooklyn Public Library to lead readers 'Out of Darkness' at 8th annual Night in the Library * Brooklyn Paper

Night in the Library event returns on March 16 with the theme 'Out of Darkness'.

Event includes conversations, performances, and challenges to confront difficult aspects of humanity.

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The Books Brooklyn Loved: Top Picks And Checkouts of 2024

Brooklyn Public Library showcases a diverse list of favorite books for 2024, appealing to various reader interests.

Between the Bookends: Here are the Brooklyn Public Library's most popular books of 2024 * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn Public Library reflects on popular literature in 2024, showcasing a diverse range of genres loved by locals despite budget challenges.

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Brooklyn Library Exhibit Pays Tribute to James Baldwin's Decade in Istanbul

The Brooklyn Public Library is honoring James Baldwin's legacy with an exhibition showcasing his transformative decade in Istanbul, exploring art and civil rights.

Never-before-seen photos of James Baldwin surface at new BPL exhibit, 'Turkey Saved My Life' * Brooklyn Paper

James Baldwin's 100th birthday is celebrated with a new exhibit showcasing unseen photos from his decade-long stay in Istanbul.

Brooklyn Library Exhibit Pays Tribute to James Baldwin's Decade in Istanbul

The Brooklyn Public Library is honoring James Baldwin's legacy with an exhibition showcasing his transformative decade in Istanbul, exploring art and civil rights.

Never-before-seen photos of James Baldwin surface at new BPL exhibit, 'Turkey Saved My Life' * Brooklyn Paper

James Baldwin's 100th birthday is celebrated with a new exhibit showcasing unseen photos from his decade-long stay in Istanbul.

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Jury Duty Made Better: Brooklyn Library Partners with Kings County Court

Jurors in Kings County Court can access digital resources from the Brooklyn Public Library during their service.

Brooklyn Public Library offers Kings County jurors full access to e-books, digital media * Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn Public Library is enhancing jury duty experience by providing jurors with free access to digital resources during their service.

Jury Duty Made Better: Brooklyn Library Partners with Kings County Court

Jurors in Kings County Court can access digital resources from the Brooklyn Public Library during their service.

Brooklyn Public Library offers Kings County jurors full access to e-books, digital media * Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn Public Library is enhancing jury duty experience by providing jurors with free access to digital resources during their service.

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Bed-Stuy Yoga Studio Wins Big in Brooklyn Library Business Contest

Noir Yoga won the $20,000 grand prize in the Brooklyn Public Library's PowerUP! competition, celebrating community-focused entrepreneurship.

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Run All Over Brooklyn To Raise Funds For Libraries

Support BPL through fundraiser run organized by Peter Goldwasser

Fundraising goal of $50,000 to combat budget cuts impacting Brooklyn library branches

Brooklyn Public Library program helps entrepreneurs launch businesses

The Brooklyn Public Library's PowerUP program has been instrumental in fostering entrepreneurship and economic growth in the community over the last two decades.

Sunday Library Hours Will Return in Phases in Brooklyn

Libraries in Brooklyn resume Sunday service thanks to restored funding from the city's fiscal 2025 budget.

Meet the man who is organizing a fundraising run for the Brooklyn Public Library

A Park Slope man organizes a fundraiser to support the Brooklyn Public Library amidst budget cuts.

Run All Over Brooklyn To Raise Funds For Libraries

Support BPL through fundraiser run organized by Peter Goldwasser

Fundraising goal of $50,000 to combat budget cuts impacting Brooklyn library branches

Brooklyn Public Library program helps entrepreneurs launch businesses

The Brooklyn Public Library's PowerUP program has been instrumental in fostering entrepreneurship and economic growth in the community over the last two decades.

Sunday Library Hours Will Return in Phases in Brooklyn

Libraries in Brooklyn resume Sunday service thanks to restored funding from the city's fiscal 2025 budget.

Meet the man who is organizing a fundraising run for the Brooklyn Public Library

A Park Slope man organizes a fundraiser to support the Brooklyn Public Library amidst budget cuts.

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Brooklyn Assemblymember Secures Funds For Library Adult Literacy Programs

Robert Carroll secured $50,000 to enhance Brooklyn Public Library's adult literacy initiatives using evidence-based practices focused on the science of reading.

BPL announces expanded immigrant services after $1 mil grant

The Brooklyn Public Library expands immigrant support services with a $1 million grant, enhancing ESL and job training programs.

Elected officials presents $800K check to Ulmer Park branch library

The City Council allocated $800,000 to support the Brooklyn Public Library in Bensonhurst, emphasizing its vital role in the community.

Brooklyn Assemblymember Secures Funds For Library Adult Literacy Programs

Robert Carroll secured $50,000 to enhance Brooklyn Public Library's adult literacy initiatives using evidence-based practices focused on the science of reading.

BPL announces expanded immigrant services after $1 mil grant

The Brooklyn Public Library expands immigrant support services with a $1 million grant, enhancing ESL and job training programs.

Elected officials presents $800K check to Ulmer Park branch library

The City Council allocated $800,000 to support the Brooklyn Public Library in Bensonhurst, emphasizing its vital role in the community.

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Brooklyn Public Library to Expand Services For Immigrants With New Grant

The ESOL program at Brooklyn Public Library directly supports immigrants by providing essential English language skills amidst growing demand due to increased asylum seekers.

Antisemitic, anti-American political cartoon book lands on kids table at Brooklyn library

The display of antisemitic and anti-American cartoons in a children's section of a library raises serious concerns about cultural education and responsible curation.

Top Awards for Books on Grief, Immigration, Black Labor History at Brooklyn Public Library

Kaveh Akbar and Blair LM Kelley won the 2024 Brooklyn Public Library Book Prize for their evocative works reflecting on personal and historical themes.

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Brooklyn Public Library's Canarsie Branch Secures $3.5 Million for Major Renovation

Brooklyn Public Library's Canarsie Branch received $3.5 million for renovation to meet community needs and modern energy standards.

Phase Two of Central Library Renovation Underway

The Brooklyn Public Library is investing $150 million to upgrade its Central Library, enhancing learning spaces while preserving historical architecture.

Brooklyn Public Library's Canarsie Branch Secures $3.5 Million for Major Renovation

Brooklyn Public Library's Canarsie Branch received $3.5 million for renovation to meet community needs and modern energy standards.

Phase Two of Central Library Renovation Underway

The Brooklyn Public Library is investing $150 million to upgrade its Central Library, enhancing learning spaces while preserving historical architecture.

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Runway show spotlights women designers Friday at Brooklyn Public Library

The runway show showcases designers' works from a free fashion education program while promoting women's leadership and sustainability in the fashion industry.

Brooklyn Public Library leads charge against book censorship with events and national day of action * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn Public Library is taking action against rising book censorship with events to educate communities on its dangers and promote access to diverse literature.

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Brooklyn Public Library Celebrates 10 Years of Book Match

Brooklyn Public Library celebrates 10 years of BookMatch, a free service providing personalized reading recommendations.

Special programs will mark Banned Books Week at Brooklyn Public Library

Brooklyn Public Library is actively participating in Banned Books Week with various events to raise awareness about censorship and the importance of literature.

Brooklyn Public Library Celebrates 10 Years of Book Match

Brooklyn Public Library celebrates 10 years of BookMatch, a free service providing personalized reading recommendations.

Special programs will mark Banned Books Week at Brooklyn Public Library

Brooklyn Public Library is actively participating in Banned Books Week with various events to raise awareness about censorship and the importance of literature.

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Check out renderings of the renovated Brooklyn Public Library's main branch

The Brooklyn Public Library's renovation will enhance public spaces and services while maintaining library collections, with completion expected by 2027.

Brooklyn Public Library announces 2024 BPL Book Prize longlist

The BPL Book Prize longlist highlights diverse literature capturing Brooklyn's spirit.

Brooklyn Public Library Curates Book List To Explain Election Headlines

The Brooklyn Public Library curated a book list to help patrons understand the upcoming presidential election and related topics.

Brooklyn Public Library curates list of books 'to contextualize this week in politics' amidst chaotic election cycle * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn Public Library curates a list of books to help Brooklynites understand the current political climate ahead of the 2024 election.

Catch Ari Berman, Renee Watson at Brooklyn Public Library's Free Author Talk Series

The Brooklyn Public Library is hosting a series of author talks, including discussions on democracy, sisterhood, and survival.

Kings Bay Library wins Brooklyn Robotics League championship * Brooklyn Paper

Kings Bay Library won the Brooklyn Public Library's robotics championship.

The championship provides children with hands-on experience in STEM projects like coding and building robots.

Macon Library Podcast Celebrates Bed-Stuy's Creative Pulse

Bed-Stuy Tea is a podcast created by librarians in Bedford Stuyvesant to highlight the community's rich culture and give recognition to local residents.

The podcast features interviews with local authors, illustrators, and business owners, showcasing their contributions to the neighborhood.

Bed-Stuy Tea serves as a platform for residents to share their narratives and contribute to the collective story of Bed Stuy and Brooklyn.

What's News, Breaking: Thursday, February 8, 2024

The Brooklyn Public Library is hosting events for Black History Month, including cooking classes, dance classes, and book talks.

The family of Juan Ildefonso Tamay Ganzhi, who was killed in a building collapse, is holding an online fundraiser to cover expenses.

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Sundays Just Got a Whole Lot Better as Libraries Begin to Reopen

Libraries in Brooklyn to resume Sunday services gradually by August 4 with restored funding after budget cuts.

Branching out! Brooklyn Public Library challenges library-goers to 'Browse the Branches' * Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn Public Library has introduced a challenge called 'Browse the Branches' to encourage visitors to explore each of its 62 branches.

Participants in the challenge will receive a 'passport' to mark their progress and win prizes as they reach milestones in visiting different branches.

Sundays Just Got a Whole Lot Better as Libraries Begin to Reopen

Libraries in Brooklyn to resume Sunday services gradually by August 4 with restored funding after budget cuts.

Branching out! Brooklyn Public Library challenges library-goers to 'Browse the Branches' * Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn Public Library has introduced a challenge called 'Browse the Branches' to encourage visitors to explore each of its 62 branches.

Participants in the challenge will receive a 'passport' to mark their progress and win prizes as they reach milestones in visiting different branches.

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New Lots Library redesign pays tribute to its roots as an African burial ground * Brooklyn Paper

'Trace/s' exhibit connects Brooklyn's 150-year history of slavery to living relatives * Brooklyn Paper

Mass Timber Building to Transform New Lots Library

New Lots Library redesign pays tribute to its roots as an African burial ground * Brooklyn Paper

'Trace/s' exhibit connects Brooklyn's 150-year history of slavery to living relatives * Brooklyn Paper

Mass Timber Building to Transform New Lots Library

Brooklyn Public Library unveils second phase of Central Library upgrades

Brooklyn Public Library program to examine urban planning concepts

Kings Bay Library Wins BKLYN Robotics League Championship

Book Match Celebrates 10th Birthday with personalized pairing of titles and topics

Brooklyn Public Library to lead readers 'Out of Darkness' at 8th annual Night in the Library * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn Public Library unveils second phase of Central Library upgrades

Brooklyn Public Library program to examine urban planning concepts

Kings Bay Library Wins BKLYN Robotics League Championship

Book Match Celebrates 10th Birthday with personalized pairing of titles and topics

Brooklyn Public Library to lead readers 'Out of Darkness' at 8th annual Night in the Library * Brooklyn Paper

The Books Brooklyn Loved: Top Picks And Checkouts of 2024

Between the Bookends: Here are the Brooklyn Public Library's most popular books of 2024 * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn Library Exhibit Pays Tribute to James Baldwin's Decade in Istanbul

Never-before-seen photos of James Baldwin surface at new BPL exhibit, 'Turkey Saved My Life' * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn Library Exhibit Pays Tribute to James Baldwin's Decade in Istanbul

Never-before-seen photos of James Baldwin surface at new BPL exhibit, 'Turkey Saved My Life' * Brooklyn Paper

Jury Duty Made Better: Brooklyn Library Partners with Kings County Court

Brooklyn Public Library offers Kings County jurors full access to e-books, digital media * Brooklyn Paper

Jury Duty Made Better: Brooklyn Library Partners with Kings County Court

Brooklyn Public Library offers Kings County jurors full access to e-books, digital media * Brooklyn Paper

Bed-Stuy Yoga Studio Wins Big in Brooklyn Library Business Contest

Run All Over Brooklyn To Raise Funds For Libraries

Brooklyn Public Library program helps entrepreneurs launch businesses

Sunday Library Hours Will Return in Phases in Brooklyn

Meet the man who is organizing a fundraising run for the Brooklyn Public Library

Run All Over Brooklyn To Raise Funds For Libraries

Brooklyn Public Library program helps entrepreneurs launch businesses

Sunday Library Hours Will Return in Phases in Brooklyn

Meet the man who is organizing a fundraising run for the Brooklyn Public Library

Brooklyn Assemblymember Secures Funds For Library Adult Literacy Programs

BPL announces expanded immigrant services after $1 mil grant

Elected officials presents $800K check to Ulmer Park branch library

Brooklyn Assemblymember Secures Funds For Library Adult Literacy Programs

BPL announces expanded immigrant services after $1 mil grant

Elected officials presents $800K check to Ulmer Park branch library

Brooklyn Public Library to Expand Services For Immigrants With New Grant

Antisemitic, anti-American political cartoon book lands on kids table at Brooklyn library

Top Awards for Books on Grief, Immigration, Black Labor History at Brooklyn Public Library

Brooklyn Public Library's Canarsie Branch Secures $3.5 Million for Major Renovation

Phase Two of Central Library Renovation Underway

Brooklyn Public Library's Canarsie Branch Secures $3.5 Million for Major Renovation

Phase Two of Central Library Renovation Underway

Runway show spotlights women designers Friday at Brooklyn Public Library

Brooklyn Public Library leads charge against book censorship with events and national day of action * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn Public Library Celebrates 10 Years of Book Match

Special programs will mark Banned Books Week at Brooklyn Public Library

Brooklyn Public Library Celebrates 10 Years of Book Match

Special programs will mark Banned Books Week at Brooklyn Public Library

Check out renderings of the renovated Brooklyn Public Library's main branch

Brooklyn Public Library announces 2024 BPL Book Prize longlist

Brooklyn Public Library Curates Book List To Explain Election Headlines

Brooklyn Public Library curates list of books 'to contextualize this week in politics' amidst chaotic election cycle * Brooklyn Paper

Catch Ari Berman, Renee Watson at Brooklyn Public Library's Free Author Talk Series

Kings Bay Library wins Brooklyn Robotics League championship * Brooklyn Paper

Macon Library Podcast Celebrates Bed-Stuy's Creative Pulse

What's News, Breaking: Thursday, February 8, 2024

Sundays Just Got a Whole Lot Better as Libraries Begin to Reopen

Branching out! Brooklyn Public Library challenges library-goers to 'Browse the Branches' * Brooklyn Paper

Sundays Just Got a Whole Lot Better as Libraries Begin to Reopen

Branching out! Brooklyn Public Library challenges library-goers to 'Browse the Branches' * Brooklyn Paper

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