Lights, camera, auction! Stock up on cheap film props
We know you stalk those pink filming notices they post all over hoping to catch a glimpse of Mariska, Chuck…
Author: Meredith Olson
How well does McCarren’s free wifi work?
McCarren just became the first of the five Brooklyn park set to receive free wifi, thanks to tech ninjas who installed…
Free play: Life-sized Bananagrams coming to Prospect Park
Addicted to Words with Friends? Yeah, us too. You can feed your obsession by playing a life-sized version of another…
BK Bookstores share their cheap secrets!
Some local bookstores (okay, one) might be shut down by the age-old tale of a New Yorker not wanting to…
The Little Mermaid, live in McCarren Park
If Hipster Ariel has truly become too mainstream, or you didn't find the time to haul to Coney Island for…
Check out BK Library card discounts on your smartphone
If you want to use your BK Library card for more than just looking legit, you can use it to…
Free air conditioners for the needy
If you’ve somehow managed to survive last week’s heat wave without an AC unit, there is hope for a cool…
The no-sewage guide to free Brooklyn pools
With four local beaches closed due to a sewage spill, Brooklyn's public pools look better than ever. Meredith Olson braves…
A tour of Greenpoint’s best ethnic eats
Brokelyn's Meredith Olson goes on an ethnic eating tour of Greenpoint and emerges with her wallet in tact (and lots…
Do your duty and foster this BK Marine’s pup
Do you love America? Or dogs? What about a specifically adorable, sweet dog named Honey whose Marine owner is shipping…