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Women-Owned Business Mother’s Day Gift Guide

It’s Mother’s Day again, and you might be racking your brain over what to get the person who never seems to need anything – your mom. Even though she says she doesn’t want anything other than some time with her kids (or grandkids!), it’s nice to get her a gift she’ll love.  What’s better than […]

Women-Owned Business Series: Liz & Jaimie from Basin Gallery & Studios

Welcome back to our Women-Owned Business Series! We’re highlighting Liz Galvin & Jaimie Walker from Basin Gallery & Studios! Opening in 2022, Basin features workshops, art exhibits, and more in their gallery located on Van Brunt Street in Red Hook. Learn more about the gallery & their offerings below! First, tell us about your business […]

5 Ways to Improve Your Mental Health at Home

May is Mental Health Awareness month, meaning it’s a great time to make your mental health a priority (it always should be but, you know, life). One of the biggest factors affecting your mental health is your living space – without a comfortable and safe place to hang your hat, it’s tough to maintain a […]

5 Tips for Growing Your Own Balcony Garden

Living in Brooklyn, it’s considered a miracle if you get any shared outdoor space or a communal rooftop. It’s even more rare to have a private balcony or terrace, which means if you have one of those, it would be a sin not to take advantage of it. And no, fire escapes don’t count since […]

Renovation Diaries: Top 5 Reasons a Recycled Kitchen is Better Than New

by Tina Fallon One thing I’ve learned from 17 years as a real estate agent and 22 years as a serial renovator: newer is not necessarily better. Just as pre-war apartments have a particular cachet, using recycled materials in your renovation can imbue your home with style and quality – and save you time and […]

Women-Owned Business Series: Mildred from Mimaami Organics

Welcome back to our Women-Owned Business Series! We’re highlighting Mildred from Mimaami Organics, an ethical and ecofriendly skincare line inspired by products used by African mothers. Learn about how her struggle with her daughter’s eczema led her to start her own business and product line! First, tell us about your business and anything special we […]

Women-Owned Business Series: Kim from Shanti Life

Welcome back to our Women-Owned Business Series! We are happy to feature Shanti Life, founded by Kim! Her brand offers a myriad of products and services that help to prioritize wellness and support a spiritual practice. Read on below to learn more about her products & journey as a business owner! First, tell us about […]

Compére Collective Presents: Time/Space by MOTHER CREATRIX COLLECTIVE

We are so excited to present May’s exhibit at Compére Collective, TIME/SPACE featuring artists from MOTHER CREATRIX COLLECTIVE! Make sure you stop by their Opening Reception on Sunday, May 7 from 2-5pm. Make sure you stop by to meet some of the artists!  Time/Space by MOTHER CREATRIX COLLECTIVE Women and (m)others are often expected to […]

Top 6 Suggestions For Hiring Movers When Moving In Brooklyn

Are you moving to Brooklyn, NY? Or maybe you’re already in Brooklyn but have found a new place. Packing and hauling all your belongings can be stressful, which is why many people who move and live in the big apple hire movers. We put together a few suggestions to keep in mind when hiring movers […]

Sustainable Buildings Local Law 97 To Affect Brooklyn Buildings In 2024

If your local Brooklyn apartment has not been making sustainability efforts, it’s time to call your landlord and building owners. Local law 97 (LL97), part of the city’s Climate Mobilization Act in 2019, states that buildings 25,000 square feet and larger must limit harmful energy emissions.  Buildings across NYC will need to comply with the […]