10 NYC alternatives to America’s chain restaurants [Eater] Gowanus neighbors dream of treasures in canal cleanup [NYT] Censored Smithsonian exhibit could be […]

A smart phone helps you find free condoms, serious discounts and even the details on the nearest happy hour. Free apps are super great, […]

Culture is part of the reason we love Brooklyn, but it often comes at a premium: steep entrance fees in the city […]

FRIDAY all day: buy one, get one half off at williamsburg’s shoe market (any style) 5pm: eminent domain victim freddy’s reopens in […]

Let’s face it: dating is expensive and there’s no guarantee of ROI. So why spend a bundle to make a good impression […]

FRIDAY 7:30pm: new ‘vol. 1’ reading series celebrates chicago (the city, not the band) with windy city representatives adam levin, jami attenberg, […]

Because we can’t afford TV, it’s hard to keep up with all the reality shows in the lineup these days, even the […]

The college ID is the gift that keeps on giving — whether it’s years past graduation and you’re milking the absence of […]

We just came across this limited-time deal from a very Groupon-like coupon site called KGB Deals (no espionage involved, we’re pretty sure). […]

If you’re still in town, one of our favorite free local traditions is Target First Saturdays at the Brooklyn Museum (we like […]