Gowanus Open Studio 2013.

We've blogged about the Brooklyn Studio Tours, which was based in the Red Hook and Carroll Gardens area back in June.  Now Gowanus is having a an open studio tour as well.  It is what it sounds like.  Artists open their studios to the public.  The dates are October 18th-20th.  Studios will be open over the weekend from noon-6pm.  Click here for more info.

Brooklyn Studio Tours.

The 5th annual Brooklyn Studio Tours kicks off this Saturday, June 1st and includes Sunday, June 2nd as well.  We blogged about this last year, which was held in mid-May.  Good choice to hold it a little later this year since the weather has been so crazy.  This tour is meant to bring people to the Red Hook and Carroll Gardens community to observe the local art scene first hand by touring the artists studios or the local businesses supporting them.  It's a great way to see our hood for those who aren't familiar and see it in a different light for those who live here! You can check the tour's facebook page for more info.

The Pianos are Coming to Our Hood in June!

Have you heard of the Sing for Hope Pianos program?  Here's a brief summary.  88 artist-designed pianos will be placed around the city starting in June.  Not only are these beautifully designed from them spontaneous performances will occur daily.  After their time with the public they will be donated to under-served schools,and other community organizations in need.  A couple of these pianos are coming pretty close by.  One will be at Columbus Park near Borough Hall, one in Brooklyn Bridge Park and another in Gowanus at 336 3rd Street.  Check out their site for more info.