McBrooklyn’s History of Riots and Escapes at Brooklyn Jail (Atlantic Ave)
Sounds like things haven’t always been tranquil at the Brooklyn House of Detention, which is set to re-open in February after it was closed since
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December 26, 2025
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World Music & Jazz at Barbes
Always something good going on, Union Street.
Crack Bust in Boerum Hill
Cops arrest three men aged 45 to 60.
Comedy, film and music at Littlefield art space in Gowanus
Check out the lineup at Littlefield, in the Gowanus area. Every Monday is a variety comedy show. http://www.littlefieldnyc.com/
Soon Beauty Lab
New salon already buzzing on Smith.
China Travels
Our photographer grabbed some nice shots while touring China. We're launching a travel column--share your stories and photos.
Friday the 13th: Undead Dance
@ the Bell House
Atlantic Ave. Jail Reopens
Inmates will start arriving in Feb.
Robberies Continue to Rise
iPhones fuel increase.
Trivia Night
Alternating Wednesdays on Columbia St.
Soul 45s in Lovely Dive
Escape everything. Go boogie.
Welcome to 2012
Is it time to come out of hibernation?
Diane Ravitch Speaks Tonight
Public Ed Leader @ PS 29, 6:30 p.m.
Christmas Tree Recycling
@Cobble Hill Park, Jan 7-8
Trivia Wednesday
At MikNik Lounge, Columbia Street.