Good News: Solar for Sandy, Tree Giveaway

Some stories put a smile on your face. Here's our wrap-up from around Brooklyn.

The Most Popular Boys' Names in New York

Michael was the top boys’ name in the Empire State in 2012.

'Solar for Sandy' Introduced at Red Hook Rec Center

Installation provides back-up energy source in Red Hook one year after area is devastated by Sandy.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

A New Yorker's Message on Stranger Safety Awareness Week

The Rose Brucia Educational Foundation offers a free program designed to keep elementary-aged children safe.

Ciao, Carroll Gardens!

A reporter says farewell to the South Brooklyn beat.

New Upgrades on Patch: More Headlines, Better Conversation

5 Things: Peter Gordon and Love of Life Orchestra at Roulette

What you need to know, pre-coffee.

5 Things to Do This Week: May 13-17

Look forward to open mic night, Tai Chi classes and the Kings County Fair this week in Brooklyn.

Community Update

New Tools Give Carroll Gardens Patch Readers More Control

9/11 Remembrance Events and Services in Brooklyn

A peace walk through Carroll Gardens is one of several tributes taking place nearby.

Patch's 'Hope Springs' Ticket Giveaway Contest Winners

Check to see if you won tickets from Patch to see the new Meryl Streep, Tommy Lee Jones movie "Hope Springs."

Downstate President Steps Down

Dr. John LaRosa left his role of 13 years as president of SUNY Downstate Medical Center.

Carroll Park Fair Rescheduled! Plus, 4 More Things To Do This Weekend

Fun events and happenings around Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill and Boerum Hill

Hula Hoop into the Sunset on the Columbia Waterfront

A basic lesson will be held at the Urban Meadow Wednesday night.

Five Funniest Local Tweets Over the Weekend

Brad Lander lobbies on behalf of 5th Ave fair, BookCourt's wishful thinking and other public musings that made us smile.

5 Fun Things To Do This Weekend

From Red Hook crawls to ribbon cuttings, there's lots to see around the neighborhood.

Send Us Your Enterprise Photos!

The space shuttle Enterprise was flown over New York City on Friday

Urban Oyster Tours Local Mom-and-Pop Shops

'Neighborhood Eats' tour of Carroll Gardens promotes independently run businesses.

5 Things To Do Today: Française Pour Les Enfants, The History of the Giglio, National Black Writers Conference

Carroll Gardens-area subway, alternate side and event information you won't want to miss.

Friends of Firefighters Peg May 5 For Dodgeball Fundraiser

The nonprofit's spring event will raise money for counseling and other in-house services.

Carroll Gardens Patch Is On Instagram

Follow us and enjoy photos from around the neighborhood.

Rock Away Your Winter Doldrums

Black Gold Records suggests five pick-me-up albums