Brooklyn’s grandest arch sits in an 11-acre plaza obstructed in the middle of the borough’s most confusing and dangerous intersections. What do you do with a problem like Grand Army Plaza?
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Ballroom Boogie in Bay Ridge
In Bay Ridge, a scene from a ballroom dancing class: Octogenarians fox trot, retirees rumba and the cardigans come off as the young at heart learn a few new tricks.
Brooklyn Loves You
The 40th NYC Marathon: Images of the contagious vibe gripping the runners as they go thorough the heart of the city's most populous borough.
My BK Greek Wedding
The Brooklyn Ink takes you to a Greek wedding in Fort Hamilton with bouzouki player Mike Stoupakis and his band, Fantasia Music. Opa!
Audio Postcard from Gleason’s Gym
The legendary Gleason’s Gym has been in DUMBO since 1984. In that time, it’s seen the neighborhood flourish around it, while still maintaining it’s gritty, classic style. Ishita Singh sends this audio postcard from the gym floor. [audio:http://thebrooklynink.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/singh_gleasons.mp3]
The Wild Parrots of Brooklyn
Meet Steve Baldwin, the founder of the Brooklyn Parrot Society and his wild winged friends in the heart of Brooklyn. Photo: Baynes/Brooklyn Ink.
Sheepshead Bay Regatta
The Ink goes sailing with three men in a boat just outside the New York Harbor as part of the Sheepshead Bay Yatch Club Regatta. Here's a look into life off Brooklyn's southern coast.
Chickens Are Swung Through the Air in Crown Heights
The annual kaporos ritual in Crown Heights took place at 2am and was a sight to behold. Photo: Zevi/Brooklyn Ink
Borough Park Celebrates Sukkot
Last week, Orthodox and Hasidic Jews celebrated Sukkot, a festive harvest holiday that concludes the Jewish holy month of Tishrei. In Borough Park, an enclave of religious Jews, the holiday was celebrated with great fanfare. Photo: Alessi/Brooklyn Ink