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NIGHTLIFE: Rick’s out of the race, but you can still raise a glass to — and of — Santorum

The Brooklyn Paper

Note: More media content is available for this story at BrooklynPaper.com.By Natalie O’NeillThe Brooklyn PaperA cocktail named after Republican presidential hopeful Rick Santorum has turned out to be more popular than the candidate himself. The ex-Sena... »

If You Hate Beacons Closet, Sell Your Used Clothes To Two Lovers Instead

FIPS

Q: Which is worse: an STD or attempting to sell your gently used, designer, tags still on clothing to the buyers at Beacon's Closet?  A: I WOULD RATHER HAVE A PELVIC EXAM EVERY DAY FOR A YEAR, than ever, ever, ever have to deal with the mean girl, no t... »

RED HOOK: Shipping isn’t sunk in Red Hook, thanks to new deal

The Brooklyn Paper

See this story at BrooklynPaper.com.By Will BreddermanThe Brooklyn PaperBrooklyn’s shipping industry will remain afloat, for now, thanks to a deal that will keep Customs inspectors working in Red Hook’s port until 2017, federal officials, waterfront in... »

“Leaping Tall Buildings” Book Launch at powerHouse Books

Art In Brooklyn

To celebrate the release of Leaping Tall Buildings, powerHouse Books and the authors will host a launch event April 14 at The powerHouse Arena in DUMBO Brooklyn at 37 Main Street. LEAPING TALL BUILDINGS: THE ORIGINS OF AMERICAN COMICS Photographs by Se... »

The Time Is Ripe For Brooklyn Rooftop Farms

The Brooklyn Ink

In Brooklyn, the time is ripe for urban farming. Especially on rooftops. Last month, Whole Foods Market gained approval to build a store in Gowanus, and when it opens next year, it will be home [...] »

Here's the Charming Story Behind Obama's 'Fired Up' Chant [Video]

Jezebel

#potus You know President Obama's "Fired up! Ready to go!" chant from the 2008 election? Turns out it was all started by one woman, Edith S. Childs, at a 20-person rally in Greenwood, South Carolina. Not only did she get the whole room's energy up, but... »

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Michael Giltz: Theater: Best Man Squeaks Out Win; Now. Here. This. Scattered

HuffPost New York

The Best Man Director Michael Wilson delivers a smooth evening of entertainment, though one that doesn't linger in the mind. »

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PARK SLOPE: Obscure borough president wins battle against Washington

The Brooklyn Paper

Note: More media content is available for this story at BrooklynPaper.com.By Natalie O’NeillThe Brooklyn PaperA popular Park Slope playground reopened last week with a new name honoring a long-forgotten borough president — marking a minor victory for t... »

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