Cyber Truck, Cheese Slice, ‘Swamp Thing’ Race In South Slope Derby

A bevy of hilarious homemade soapbox cars zoomed down 17th Street on Saturday.

New Childcare Center Planned For Union Street In Park Slope

The Union Street facility, set to open next week, will be the third Brooklyn location for KinderCare Learning Center.

NYS ELA Test Prep Crash Course (Midwinter Recess Break)

Starting in February during the students' Midwinter Recess we will begin equipping students for the upcoming March ELA state exam.

Breastfeeding 'Pod' Unveiled At Atlantic Terminal

"She's the star of the show," said Eveline Chang-Fritsch about her daughter Olympia. The duo helped show off a new LIRR "lactation pod."

NYC High School Application Seminar: How to pick the best schools

Master the complexities of New York City Public High School process with expert guidance from Esoteric Academic Solutions (EAS)!

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

2019 NYS Common Core Math (+ELA) Test Prep

Your child can spend their Midwinter/Spring recess break getting ready for the English Language Arts and Math exam.

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

New Year's Baby Born Minutes Into 2019 At Park Slope Hospital

NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital welcomed baby Joseph Patrick Bernstein minutes after the ball dropped in Times Square.

'Single Mother's Day' Held In Park Slope Empowers Moms In Need

A new nonprofit's idea to offer single mom's a night of gifts and empowerment let's them know they're "not alone."

500 Grades of Green Eco-Leaders from Local Schools Make Waves

Students from 35 cities around the world work together to tackle today’s toughest water issues and share their sustainable solutions.

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

Funtober, 4 Family Friendly Events To Check Out This Month

Get Your Calendars Ready! Family Friendly Events Happening This October

Renovations Of Pacific Library To Close Branch For Months

The 25 Fourth Ave. library branch closed last week for crews to make upgrades to the building and officials said it will reopen in May.

$600K Butterfly Garden To Reopen In Park Slope By Fall, City Says

The $637,000 makeover includes rebuilding paths, more plantings, new fences, benches and more, according to the city.

Santa Claus Is Coming To Park Slope

He'll cruise down Fifth Avenue in a pink convertible then hang out for pictures and visits with kids and neighbors.

Here's How Much Brooklyn Parents Pay Their Nannies

Check out the results of a survey by a neighborhood parents group.

Find A Summer Camp For Your Child In Park Slope This Weekend

March Camp Fairs will be held in various locations around Brooklyn this month.

Prospect Heights Neighbors Want State Crackdown on Bleachers and Woodland

A group of Prospect Heights neighbors are waging a campaign against controversial Flatbush Avenue bars Bleachers and Woodland.

Free Water Safety Classes This Week at the Prospect Park YMCA

The YMCA will be teaching kids, teens and adults how to swim and otherwise stay safe in the water.

UPDATE: Manhattan Aunt Cannot Sue 12-Year-Old Nephew Over Bear Hug, Jury Decides

Jennifer Connell: "I live in Manhattan in a third-floor walk-up so it has been very difficult."

Brooklyn Day Care Forgets 2-Year-Old at Playground

"Anything could have happened."

What Are New York's Top Baby Names?

These were the top baby names registered with the Social Security Administration last year by NY parents. Did your kid's name make the list?

Ashley Madison Hack: Park Slope Residents Frequented Cheating Site

Brooklyn's Park Slope neighborhood reportedly hosts one of AshleyMadison.com's largest user bases.

Brooklyn Library's 'Bookmobile' Gets a Makeover, Launches Summer Tour

It's a big weekend for the Bookmobile.

Police Athletic League Announces Opening of 2015 Summer Playstreets Program Serving Brooklyn Neighborhoods

Free Safe Places to Play for Brooklyn Children

28 Brooklynites are NEW YORKERS FOR DANCE

Dance/NYC Celebrates Dance in Brooklyn “New Yorkers for Dance” Campaign Spotlights Local Vibrancy

11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

'Wedding Watcher' Witnessed Four Decades of Happy Couples in Same Romantic Spot

Rhoda Hill has seen decades of newlyweds stop by her favorite park to take advantage of the picturesque setting.

Everyday Inspirations: Incredible Ways People Give Back Locally

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Commander Rocky Robinson Rescues Lives Through Volunteer Ambulance Training

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

'Coupon Queen' Gets $800 Grocery Bill Down to $7, Gives Savings Away

A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.

Charitable Children: 'No Matter What Age You May Be, You Can Change the Life of Another'

As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.

Harp Healing: Woman Uses Music Therapy to Help Hospital Patients

After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.

Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Your Town

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

7 Good News Stories in Brooklyn This Year

Some stories put a smile on your face. Here's our wrap-up from around Brooklyn in 2013.

Good News: Food Donations and Foam Containers

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

Tuesday’s Mega Millions Jackpot Estimated at $550 Million

Drawing could be the second largest in Mega Millions history.

Good News: Jets Visit Students, Toy Drives Scheduled

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

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

Good News: Remembering Pearl Harbor, Mandela

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