
PROSPECT HEIGHTS — THE BROOKLYN MUSEUM JUST ANNOUNCED ITS LINEUP OF PROGRAMMING FOR APRIL 2025. A variety of new and old events aim to invigorate the community this spring.
Brooklyn Symphony Orchestra is performing “Sublime Landscapes” at the Museum from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 13. On Wednesdays, April 16 and 23, families are welcome on the fourth floor Decorative Art and Design Galleries with Stroller Tours: “Breaking the Mold” — a baby-friendly tour designed for children up to 24 months old with touchable objects, songs, exploration of artworks on view and time for community connection. To celebrate Earth Day, the Museum is hosting a free ear acupuncture and plant education event with educators from Herban Cura on April 19 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. On Thursday, April 24, from 7p.m. to 9 p.m. poets and co-founders Mahogany L. Browne and DJ Jive Poetic are presenting a pay-what-you-can Brooklyn Poetry Slam. To close out the month, Brooklyn Museum’s biggest fundraising night is back on April 29, with the 2025 Brooklyn Artists Ball After Party. After Party tickets are now on sale to the public for the 9 p.m. to midnight event featuring Swizz Beatz, a curated cocktail menu, after-hours exploration of the galleries and one-night-only artist activations.
To learn more about these events and more visit the website.
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SUNSET PARK — “As a resident of Marine Park, one of the great surprises I found biking around Industry City and visiting Japan Village was to discover Bush Terminal Park. I continue to be amazed at the serene hideaways that the city offers in some of the busiest places — and, still, with an iconic view.”

BROOKLYN HEIGHTS — ‘A miracle that no one was killed …’ That’s what neighbors are saying about the collapse of the Hotel St. George marquee. Shown in this photograph are workmen beginning the removal and repair of the historic, old neon sign at the corner, referencing a relic of Brooklyn Heights’ past: the St. George Hotel.

ATLANTIC AVENUE — Exhausted shopper with cluster of bags and goods from mall at Boerum Place stops to look at huge construction site across the street. “Is that REALLY going to be a jail??” Her male companion is reassuring, “Nothing like Rikers … this is 21st Century.”
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS — Overheard in line at one of most popular pastry outlets on Montague Street: “Hope I can get them into a camp …” A mother with two pre-schoolers in tow was showing a friend the Dodge Y flyer for Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 18.