Who says summer reads have to be light, frivilous pop-fiction? Here are a few books recommended by Brainery teachers that will stimulate your brain as you bake your body in the summer sun.
Wabi-Sabi: for Artists, Designers, Poets & Philosophers by Leonard Koren
Why you should read it: The Japanese concept of wabi-sabi is intrinsic to everything I make, but especially kokedama. This book gives a beautifully detailed and...
Last week, we hosted our first needle felting class with Frannie Laks, a local crafter and author of the blog Heart in Crafts. I couldn't resist posting some of our students' awesome creations, below. Join us for our next session.
It's nice to know that penguins and mice can be friends
The world's tiniest panda
Killer ladybug
Adorable unnamed creature
Adorable unnamed creature #2
We have some great classes coming up in the next few weeks. Click the link for each class to register.
Presentation Skills - June 9 or July 10
Change Of The Century: Ornette Coleman's Jazz Revolution - June 11
The Newtown Creek "Magic Lantern" Show - June 11
Street Art Tour: Meatpacking to Chelsea - June 11
Doomsday Cults - June 12
Street Art Tour: Lower East Side to Soho - June 14 + 28
Adventure Club is our new home for walking tours and other fun explorations all around the city.
Check out the latest offerings over on the site, including nighttime listening tours in Prospect Park, Brooklyn's waterfront history, and lots of street art.
Below are a few photos from some recent tours around the boroughs!
a Space Invader mosaic on the Lower East Side, from our Williamsburg Bridge tour with Saddleshoe Tours
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We're excited to invite you to our very first backyard pie bake off and potluck on Saturday, June 21st from 3-7pm! Join us as we fire up the grill, play some cornhole, and try lots of delicious pies.
REGISTER TO BAKE: Woo us with your favorite pie recipe for a chance at fame and fortune! Winners will receive gift certificates to King Arthur Flour's online shop, and all participants will receive Brainery gift certificates. It's $5 to...
