Opening— Brooklyn Granary & Mill Bakery! Plus, A Soiree under the Stars, BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn, and Juneteenth in the Slope.
Also this week: Attend Brooklyn's largest stoop sale, make music on Myrtle avenue, and celebrate Summer Solstice!
Here’s what’s happening this week:
✨Openings:✨
This Friday, June 20th, a new bakery will open on the first floor of Brooklyn Granary and Mill at 240 Huntington Street in Gowanus. They will sell 100% whole grain bread, pastries, and savory baked goods using flour milled on site at BGM, which opened this spring.
BSE Global, parent company of the Brooklyn Nets and New York Liberty, is slated to open A Brooklyn Basketball training center across from Barclays Center this fall. The 18,600 sq. ft. training center will be operated by BSE Global’s flagship youth basketball program, Brooklyn Basketball, which is dedicated to nurturing young basketball players and enthusiasts to unlock their full potential on and off the court.
Closing— Beer Witch announced that they will be shutting their doors a the end of the month. Swing by, raise a glass, and buy a bottle for your cellar! Purbird closed earlier this month, and announced that a brand new concept will be opening in the space soon.
Today is Juneteenth, and we’ve highlighted some local events happening in the neighborhood in Our Top Weekly Picks section below. For a comprehensive list of happenings in Brooklyn, check out this Brooklyn Mavens post.
Local businesses Mercado Central, Reyes Deli, Winner, Sahadi’s, She Wolf Bakery, Dukan Syko Marketplace, & Un Posto Italiano featured in Grub Street’s “The Best Markets, Bakeries and Delis in NYC This Summer”.
Arts Gowanus is celebrating 60 Years of Jonathan Blum! Today through July 6th, Gowanus Wharf will have decades of his artwork on display! Click here to read up on this popular Park Slope-based portrait artist.
Don’t forget to vote! Primary Election Day is June 24th, 2025. Find your nearest poll site here.
Black Owned Businesses to Know & Love
Juneteenth is a reminder of the sacrifices made by Black Americans throughout history in the pursuit of freedom, and a time to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States.
Check out our neighborhood guide that honors the Black-owned businesses along 5th Avenue that make Park Slope - not just today, but every day.
Our Top Weekly Picks
Events with an asterisk* tend to sell out—reserve tickets early!
Thursday, June 19th (Today):
Juneteenth Family Trolley Tour @ Green-Wood, 10:30am-12pm*: Discover the powerful stories of remarkable Black Americans whose legacies continue to inspire generations. From celebrated figures to unsung heroes, each story illuminates the resilience, innovation, and courage that define the Black American experience. Create meaningful memories while honoring the enduring values of freedom, justice, and community that Juneteenth represents. FREE—registration required.
Gyalifest Juneteenth Festival @ Industry City, 12-9pm: This festival fosters a supportive, nurturing environment where women can come together to dance, connect, and celebrate their unique identities and cultures. Gyalifest is filled with the vibrant sounds of dancehall, soca, and other Caribbean music. This time, they’re taking over Industry City for a full day of vibes, music, culture & community! Tickets start at $40.54.
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn’s 3rd Annual Juneteenth in the Park @ Prospect Park, 5-7pm: Your Juneteenth plans are covered with this annual celebration of Black freedom and creativity. Dallas-based Ghost-Note brings a tour de force of funk, filled with dazzling solos and air-tight arrangements. Voices of a People’s History shares readings from an anthology that honors the stories and traditions woven into the diverse tapestry of American history. DJ Flash Gordon Parks opens with a set inspired by Houston’s deep musical legacy of Hip-Hop, funk, and soul. FREE—RSVP recommended.
Drunk Black History @ The Bell House, 8pm: Comedian Brandon Collins (SXSW) leads a booze-fueled lesson in Black history with the help of some friends, including Tocarra Elise, Gary Simons, Lea'h Sampson and more! $32.05.
Gyalifest Festival After Party @ Littlefield, 10pm-4am: Keep Juneteenth going at Littlefield with this Bashment-style after-party featuring top DJs & surprise acts. 21+. $30.53
Friday, June 20th:
Jazz & Gin: A Speakeasy Soirée @ Urbane Arts Club, 7pm-12am: Join the Urbane Arts Club for hot jazz, cocktails and dancing at a former 1920s Brooklyn speakeasy, now an elegant art nouveau salon! Each monthly event features NYC’s best swing bands and swing DJs, classic burlesque, craft cocktails, and a dance lesson. $21.83.
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Habibi Festival @ Prospect Park, 6-8pm: Habibi Festival returns with a vibrant lineup of sounds from the Southwest Asia and North Africa region. French-Tunisian saxophonist and composer Yacine Boulares leads a genre-blurring set featuring Israa Shalaby. Sofiane Saidi will showcase his unforgettable blending of Rai music and modern electronic beats. Rasha Nahas merges traditional Palestinian sounds with the raw intensity of electric rock. FREE.
Saturday June 21st:
The Great P.L.G Stoop & Sidewalk Sale @ Prospect Lefferts Gardens, 11am-4pm: Over 26 blocks and businesses are busting out for the 2nd annual Great PLG Stoop & Sidewalk Sale— Brooklyn’s largest stoop sale! Come out for fabulous finds and an awesome summer day in one of the most gorgeous nabes in Brooklyn. FREE.
Make Music New York @ Myrtle Avenue (Fort Greene/Clinton Hill), 12pm-8:30pm: Now in its 19th year, Make Music New York is a unique festival of free concerts in public spaces throughout the five boroughs of New York City. Celebrate summer on Myrtle Avenue with live performances of a fusion of sounds and genres, from Latin Jazz and American Jazz standards, Salsa to Hip-Hop, Pop to R&B, and Neo-Soul to Rock. FREE.
Flower Crown Making @ Annie’s Blue Ribbon General Store, 2-3pm: Join Annie’s during Open Streets and commemorate the Summer Solstice! Create your own flower crown with us to wear to the Prospect Park Soiree, or just walking around the avenue! FREE.
Summer Solstice Celebration @ Prospect Heights Community Farm, 2-5pm: From electro acoustic pop-art, original songs, and spoken word performances to transformative sound baths, join the Prospect Heights Community Farm for a musical celebration! All poets and musicians in the community are welcome to sign up for open mic. FREE.
Prospect Park Soiree @ the Peninsula in Prospect Park, 5-10pm*: Wear your most festive attire, prepare a delicious feast, bring your favorite bottle of wine, and dine and dance under the stars in one of Prospect Park’s most scenic locations. Event proceeds and a portion of wine sales benefit Prospect Park Alliance, the non-profit organization that sustains, restores and advances Prospect Park for the benefit of the diverse communities that call Brooklyn home. $71.55.
Sunday, June 22nd:
Flower Arranging and Pruning Class @ Old Stone House, 12-2pm: Old Stone House's Director of Gardens, Samuel Lewis, will teach participants how to correctly cut flowers and greenery from the gardens surrounding the OSH and arrange them into a bouquet to take home! Participants can expect to find roses, spirea, zinnias and many other flowering shrubs and perennials. Ticket cost goes directly into the gardens and the ongoing beautification of Washington Park. $71.21.
Erotic Open Draw @ Please NYC, 11am-1pm: Draw spicy nude figure at a sex shop in Brooklyn! Expect several poses, with short 5 minute poses to start as a warm up then a few longer 15-20 minute poses. Short break time between. $20/Pay-What-You-Can.
Tuesday, June 24th:
Embroidery Meet Up @ Strong Rope Brewery (Gowanus), 7-9pm: This meetup is a monthly gathering for people to get together and stitch with other needlework enthusiasts. It’s perfect for anyone interested in hand embroidery, cross stitch, and needlepoint, although all fiber crafts are welcome. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced stitcher, you're welcome to join for an evening of stitching and socializing! FREE.
2025 Primary Election Results Viewing Party @ Parklife, 8:30pm-12am: Our future is on the ballot! Vote and head to Parklife to catch the 2025 Primary Election Results live on their big screens. Food or drink purchase required (reservation recommended).
Wednesday, June 25th:
Queerly Beloved: Pride Shorts in the Park 2025 @ Fort Greene Park, 7pm: This annual shorts program by Rooftop Films showcases the vivid stories of LGBTQIA+ communities from around the world. The lawn opens at 7pm with a DJ set by LUVr, and a series of 7 short films begins at 8:45. A Q&A with filmmakers will follow at 10pm. FREE with RSVP.
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Local Business Buzz ✨
Heap’s Ice Cream has announced their new collaboration with Win Son Bakery! Their Mango Sticky Rice Ice Cream is layered between Win Son’s gluten-free Soft Sesame cookie (made with toasted soybean flour, caramelized honey and sesame seeds) for a nutty, toasty, tropical flavor. It’s available now for a limited time!
Nora Kogan Jewelry, located at 231 5th Ave between President and Carroll Streets, was broken into and had jewelry stolen last week. Support them by stopping by the store or shopping online!
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