The music community is strongly represented at Bushwick Open Studios this year with a variety of performances, including lots of festivals

Last week we mentioned we are doing a music showcase

Sometimes by the time the end of the week rolls around, you want to get it

It’s finally upon us: the week we’ve been anticipating

It’s that time of the week again you say? Time to find out about all of the incredible live music this neighborhood, borough and far-stretching city has to offer? Well, we won’t send you too far, but we can’t speak to where the music might take your ears

It’s always difficult to decide on the best 5-10 shows to feature for our weekly recommended shows column

From the East to the West, Kool A

Text and Photos by Maria Gotay

By Maria Gotay

By Maria Gotay

While Bushwick Open Studios, and its mammoth showcase of more than 600 different gallery exhibitions, is usually what most people associate Arts in Bushwick with, the 10-person Community Projects arm of the group has quietly been developing programs and building partnerships with local organizations throughout the neighborhood, all in the aim of supporting the group’s larger mission of serving as a platform for creative accessibility

Calling all Brooklynites ready to trade in graffiti landscapes for green grass,  stunning lake views, and an all-expenses-paid mini music festival! The Wild Honey Pie is back at it with their second year of Welcome Campers

Pinch yourself! Because it is THE time of the year

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If you’re one of the 200,000 people to descend upon Austin’s city limits to partake in SXSW (and you know how to do it right now), and you want to see some of your favorite Brooklyn/Bushwick bands, you can do so at one of two places – at an official showcase (where festival badges/wristbands ARE required) or at one of the many free shows they will be playing next week

A group of Asian-American pole dancers lights up clubs like House of Yes and the Red Pavilion.

A new cafe on Myrtle Avenue welcomes the biker crowd.

With all its shiny newness, the new joint embodies a futuristic, galactic vibe + shish kebabs!

Borough President invites residents to join in a vibrant celebration of Caribbean American Heritage Month on Saturday, June 24th

Anti-fashion and anti-beauty have, ironically, become a trend of its own this year.

From House Of Yes to Elsewhere and back again

At the House of Yes, local drag talent fights for top scores from a demanding panel of judges.

A global apparel giant sponsors a skate party. Locals show up.

The world’s largest drag and queer music festival recently hit nearby Queens.

So far, it appeared the prophet’s message was: the aliens have come to the community garden

Tinashe, Shygirl, Vanessa Vanjie and a cannon of condoms explode in Bushwick

Carlos Jaramillo’s site-specific installation will be at a Ridgewood gallery until July.

Another whole week’s worth of free and affordable events happening in and around the neighborhood.

We’ve listed a whole week’s worth of free and affordable events happening in and around the neighborhood.

A glimpse into the countless programs offered by Buhwick’s local public libraries.

“There’s a huge need for all kinds of things here,” said Rooney. “That’s something we learn every single day. Housing, food, clothing, ESL services, definitely mental health.”

An ever-evolving list of Bushwick organizations that are actively in need of volunteers.

A Deadly Disco at 3 Dollar Bill, a weekend-long art showcase at Til Death, a drag brunch at Queen and more. These are the can’t-miss events happening this week (June 10-16) in Bushwick.

The opening of a new Bushwick gallery, a DJ party at Our Wicked Lady, an exhibition about art on the Blockchain and more. These are the can’t-miss events happening this week (May 27 – June 2) in Bushwick.

Taking its name from the latest capacity requirements, an unused storefront on Cypress Avenue has become an art gallery.