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The Right Side of the River
Out of all the cities in the world, New York City is one of the most talked about, written about, and caught on camera—and for good reason. With over 60 million visitors each year, isn’t it about time you came (or came back) to explore our ever changing metropolis? Start here in Brooklyn for the most authentic experience and allow our in-the-know blog to guide you along the way.
Balmy nights in Brooklyn are best enjoyed as the locals do. Below are a couple of opportunities for food and fun that are sure to give you an authentic sense of Brooklyn in the summertime. In June, Brooklyn parks are at their most inviting and summer fashion makes a splash. We’ve highlighted a couple of June celebrations that are distinct to Kings County. May is one of the preferred months to visit New York City. The weather is beautiful, flowers are blooming, and Brooklyn comes alive with a buzz in anticipation of summer. Folk music, flea markets, craft cocktails, and art are ubiquitous in Brooklyn, and this month is no exception. March can be a chilly month in Brooklyn. Check out these events in the borough that will warm you up from the inside: February is Black History Month, and there is so much African American history to learn from in Brooklyn and throughout the five boroughs. Here are a few options for cultural events and exhibitions: Picture this: it’s the middle of winter, and you’re riding the subway in New York City. You’re wearing your hat, scarf, jacket, and gloves, but you’re not wearing any pants. You look around, and neither is anyone else. Vintage, minimalist, recycled, handcrafted, locally-made. It all rings a bell: Brooklyn. If you seek to eschew large chain stores and major brands in support of local makers and artisans, you’re in the right place. This walking tour leads you through Brooklyn's hippest neighborhood of Williamsburg. Discover cutting-edge culture, fascinating history, and creative street art. One may shy away from the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade—after all, 3.5 million people fill the streets of NYC, and the crowds can be difficult to navigate. However, there is no denying that Thanksgiving wouldn’t be the same without those lovable floats gently looming over Gotham. Nothing beats shopping local and unique finds in Brooklyn. Up Market Williamsburg is returning October 13th-14th, from 12:00-6:00 pm for its second edition this year. Spend the weekend stocking up on goodies from a tightly curated selection of independent makers and designers. Brooklyn has its own unique vibe worth exploring. Let us walk you through a perfect day. Wake up in your luxe bed at The Williamsburg Hotel and pop downstairs for a picture-perfect farm-to-table breakfast at newly opened, Our Restaurant. Do you enjoy craft food, spirits, and sweets? Lucky you. One of the most mouthwatering events is coming to the East River State Park on September 16th. Taste the best of Williamsburg's and Greenpoint’s most innovative and savory restaurants, bars, wineries, and more. Pop into the MoMA Design store to stock up on unique gifts. Gift hunting in other cities ignites the thrill of the hunt. However, MoMA makes it harder and easier at the same time. The vast assortment of cool buys such as Cindy Sherman Oops Pool Float or MoMA exclusive edition IZIPIZI sunglasses, guarantee you will leave with something unusual. Watch Jawbreakers, When Harry Met Sally, and more at Williamsburg’s SummersScreen this year. Summer is the season where we take everything we like to do inside and move it outside, because, we can. Northside Media just announced it’s lineup of tightly curated cult-classic films for their 13th season of SummerScreen. New York City may have joined the jazz party late, following Chicago and New Orleans, but it quickly became one of the leading contenders, with jazz styles like the “Harlem Stride” drawing piano lovers from near and far. Activate your inner Bowie-fan and spend a day obsessing over the glam rock icon. The retrospective is good, really good, featuring over 400 objects from his life and career, 100 of them reserved exclusively for the exhibition. Calling all music, art, and movie lovers--David Lynch is bringing his Los Angeles Festival of Disruption for the first time to Brooklyn. With a tightly curated selection of artist, head to Brooklyn Steel for two days of music, exhibitions, screenings, and meditation. Some travel the traditional route for Valentine’s Day, while others aim higher. Make Cupid’s holiday memorable and unique with these chill suggestions. Start the year off right by challenging your 2018-self to be more adventurous than ever. Every person passing through Williamsburg should add these new year’s resolutions to their list:
July Like a Local
Bedford Block Party & Mermaid Parade
The Merry Month of May
Bloody Marys, Blues, and a Bazaar
Sweets, Spirits, and Films
Black History in Brooklyn & Harlem
The Infamous No-Pants Subway Ride
Stockings Stuffed by Brooklyn
Best of Brooklyn Walking Tours
Little Cloud
Shopping, Creatives, Makers, and More!
A Perfect Day in Brooklyn
Taste Williamsburg GreenPoint
MoMA Design Store
Movies Under the Stars
A Brief History of Jazz in New York City
David Bowie Is Arrives at the Brooklyn Museum
David Lynch’s Festival of Disruption
Unexpected Valentine’s Day Ideas
New Year’s Resolutions to Kick Off 2018