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276 Belmont Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

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599 Johnson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

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599 Johnson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

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64 Dobbin Street, Brooklyn, NY 11222

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2 19th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11232

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731 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11238

Читаем, обсуждаем, спорим (на русском языке) Журналистка и филолог Ксения Миронова ведет русскоязычный книжный клуб в партнёрстве с Kvartira books. Присоединяйтесь к нашим встречам! Два раза в месяц, по воскресеньям, мы собираемся в Kvartira , чтобы обсуждать выбранные книги, делиться размышлениями, исследовать тексты и смыслы, говорить о жизни, культуре и литературе. Это клуб для тех, кто: любит читать и думать скучает по глубоким разговорам на родном языке ищет новое сообщество, в котором можно быть собой Неважно, сколько книг вы прочитали - важно, что вам хочется быть в компании думающих людей. Здесь можно говорить открыто, спорить, задавать вопросы и просто слушать. Количество мест ограничено. После регистрации, пожалуйста, добавьтесь в нашу группу в Whatsapp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KXMTVlS8ofKLOx6Tf7bRMe Расписание и стоимость: 🕕 По воскресеньям в 18:00, два раза в месяц. 💵 Участие: $30 в месяц (2 встречи) Оплата 1 раз в месяц, до первой встречи месяца. Даты ближайших встреч: Апрель 5, 19 Май 3, 24 Есть возможность присоединиться онлайн! ********************* Russian-Language Book Club with Ksenia Mironova Join our book club, led entirely in Russian by journalist and philologist Ksenia Mironova. Twice a month on Sundays, we gather at Kvartira to discuss selected books, share our reflections, explore texts and their meanings, and talk about life, culture, and literature. This club is for you if you: Love to read and think deeply. Miss having profound conversations in your native language. Are looking for a new community where you can be yourself. It doesn’t matter how many books you’ve read—what matters is your desire to be in the company of thoughtful people. This is a space where you can speak openly, debate, ask questions, or simply listen. An online participation option is also available! Schedule & Price: When: Sundays at 6:00 PM, twice a month. Cost: $30 per month (for 2 meetings). Payment is due once a month before the first meeting of that month. Upcoming Dates: Aptil 5th, 19th May 3rd, 24th Space is limited. After registering, please join our WhatsApp group to stay updated: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KXMTVlS8ofKLOx6Tf7bRMe Information Source: Kvartira Books | eventbrite

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132 32nd Street #101, Brooklyn, NY 11232

In this workshop, we will learn how to take eggshells from waste and create biomaterials. Biomaterials are an emerging area of research that explore how natural and waste-based inputs can be transformed into usable materials. In this hands-on workshop, we explore how a common output of everyday waste, eggshells, can be transformed into functional items. As designers, artists, and researchers increasingly turn toward circular systems and low-waste production, biomaterials offer an accessible and experimental entry point into sustainable making. Eggshell-based composites are especially compelling since they are abundant and often discarded, yet calcium-rich and can be transformed into durable, moldable forms with minimal processing. Participants will learn and create through guided, hands-on experimentation. During the workshop, we will: Learn the fundamentals of biomaterials and circular material design Create a biocomposite using ground eggshell, gelatin, and water Explore material behavior such as texture, curing time, and structural integrity Cast the material into silicone molds to create objects such as coasters, tiles, or small functional forms Experiment with finishing and assembly techniques (e.g., sanding, decorating, adding hardware) Discuss applications of biomaterials in design, sustainability, and research contexts No prior experience is required. All materials will be provided. Meet the Instructors Ella Sy (she/her) is a chemical engineer driven by a curiosity about materials, sustainability, and the way things are made. She studies at Columbia University, where she researches electrochemical energy storage, and has spent time designing sustainable manufacturing systems across industry. Ella is also the co-founder of Planet Vintage, a sustainable vintage clothing brand featured in Tatler and CNN. Her work across engineering and circular fashion has cultivated a long-standing fascination with the idea that everyday materials can be transformed into something entirely new. Julia Sy (she/her) is a multidisciplinary creative working across design, film, and digital media. Her work spans documentary filmmaking, set and spatial design, and content strategy, often exploring themes of memory, material culture, and community. She is also the co-founder of Planet Vintage, a vintage clothing platform and pop-up space. Through both her creative and professional work, Julia is interested in how material and spatial design can shape connection, storytelling, and lived experience. Julia is a graduate of New York University. Carolina Miñana (she/her) is a Brooklyn-based visual, product, and spatial designer originally from the Philippines. Her practice is defined by a multidisciplinary approach that explores the synthesis of technical production, material R&D, and heritage craft. Through a lens of community-based identity and hands-on experimentation, Carolina develops design solutions that are as functional as they are culturally resonant, honoring the structural integrity of craft while challenging the boundaries of contemporary design. She received her BFA in Integrated Design from Parsons School of Design. Rachel Zheng (she/her) is a consultant and an independent researcher exploring the intersection of materials, design, and sustainability. She concentrated in design during her undergraduate studies, which continues to inform her approach to systems thinking and material experimentation. Rachel is particularly interested in how biomaterials can move beyond research settings and into creative and design contexts, making sustainable practices more tangible and accessible. She continues to explore material experimentation through collaborative workshops and community-based learning. Information Source: Genspace NYC | eventbrite

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599 Johnson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

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647 Fulton St Floor 3 (Enter on Rockwell Pl.), Brooklyn, NY 11217

Learn the fundamentals of borosilicate flameworking while creating your own wearable glass art. Learn the fundamentals of borosilicate flameworking while creating your own wearable glass art. In this standalone six-hour workshop, students will be introduced to torch safety, tools, heat control, and the essential techniques used to shape borosilicate glass at the bench. We’ll explore a range of pendant styles including simple drops, twists, color accents, frit implosions, small sculptural forms, and clean, well-balanced loops for wearing. Students will get hands-on practice with shaping, applying color, controlling heat, and understanding stress in the glass to create strong, durable work. This class is designed for beginners and anyone curious about making glass jewelry. Each student will leave with at least one kiln-annealed pendant of their own design and a solid foundation for further flameworking What to expect: Working with hot glass takes practice, but it’s tons of fun! After demonstrations by the instructor, expect to make 1–2 successful pieces during this class (along with a few experimental attempts as you learn the ropes). Don’t worry if not every attempt is perfect – learning to control heat and gravity is all part of the process, and even the wonky shapes will build your skills. Read more about how to prepare for class on our Registration Info page.  While flameworking, participants primarily engage in seated activities such as working with glass rods and torches. The environment can be bright and loud at times. Handling glass and tools may require a certain level of dexterity. To learn more about accessibility the Accessibility page on our website. Eligibility: No experience required. This introductory class is open to absolute beginners. Open to ages 14 and up. Pick-up: The glass needs to cool down overnight, so the students will have to return to UrbanGlass once notified to pick up their work. We recommend registering for classes early to reserve your spot! We base materials, and teacher needs off of student enrollment. Early registration not only guarantees your spot in class, but also helps to ensure the class will run. Classes with low enrollment may be cancelled within two weeks of the start date of class. Contact our Registrar of Education, Ari Eshoo, at arianna@urbanglass.org if you have questions about the class or would like to arrange a payment plan. 1 Session, Sunday, May 3rd, 11am-5pm Instructor: Alex Utts Information Source: UrbanGlass | eventbrite

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Remsen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11236

Customize your own sweats or tee using Zipél stencil systems. This is not a workshop. This is a field lab. Workers will customize their own sweats or tee using the Zipél stencil system, including spray paint, fabric paint, sponges, and markers. You can: • bring your own sweats OR • use a Zipél branded tee (included) Each session includes: • guided stencil placement • layering techniques • hands-on garment customization • access to exclusive Zipél stencil graphics CARE INSTRUCTIONS Bring sweats Break rules Make clothes What to Expect • Outdoor park setup • Structured creative stations • Guided + self-directed design • A finished wearable garment What to Bring • Sweats (optional) • Clothes you don’t mind getting paint on • Limited to 16 workers per session • First come, first served • Walk-ups limited This project references sweatshop labor in garment production. It critiques exploitative practices in the garment industry and invites participants to reclaim the act of making clothes. Information Source: eventbrite