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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Brooklyn Public Library Launches Contemporary Anthem Project
The Brooklyn Public Library and Lincoln Center have launched a program called 'Anthem to US', inviting the public to create a contemporary national anthem.
The purpose of the program is to create a modernized anthem that reflects the diverse population of the United States.
What's News, Breaking: Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Brooklyn Public Library announces cutbacks due to insufficient funding.
New York minimum wage to increase on January 1.
See Mini Iconic Scenes in Pop-Up Exhibit at Brooklyn Public Library
The Center for Brooklyn History has opened a pop-up miniature exhibition showcasing iconic Brooklyn scenes.
The exhibition features the work of three renowned local artists.