Black lives matter. That's a very simple truth that isn't controversial and isn't up for debate.
As we all try and do better and step up, I wanted to share a couple guides I've found helpful as I've tried to learn more:
Anti-racism resources
Another great anti-racism guide
Action guide from The Cut
This list of Resources for Accountability and Action which lists specific action steps y...
Our tiny cat rescue, Cat Republic, has a few lovely little cats available for adoption. See below for more details, and reach out through their Petfinder pages for more info or to apply! These cats are all located in Brookyln, NY and would need to be adopted locally.
BDR - ADOPTED
Big Daddy Red, aka BDR, was rescued with his brother in April when his owner passed away. Even though he weighs in at hefty...
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We have another special guest post this week from David McNicoll, longtime Brainery teacher and author of the recent book, The Language of Whisky, published by Wheatfield Press. Read on for a preview of the book!
Whisky is a global language, found in every nook and cranny from Montreal to Moscow, from Auckland to Aberdeen and comes in many shapes and sizes including American Bourbon, Canadian Rye, Japa...
Hi all,
We know that right now is a super super tough time financially. If you find yourself wanting to take a class but not able to afford it, please email me to let me know and I'll see what I can do to assist!
We're excited to present this guest blog post by David McNicoll, longtime Brainery teacher and author of the Language of Whisky Book (2020), available on Amazon. Join David for an online version of his popular History of Royal Scotland class on April 14th!
Read on for a sneak peek!
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THE THISTLE and the ROSE
by David McNicoll...
Updated April 2022:
Thank you all for your support over the last two years - it is so meaningful and essential! Though things are mostly "back to normal," with in person classes, it has taken a lot to get through the last two years, and we are still in need of your support to remain financially stable and to help recover some of the funds we've had to use on things like rent while we weren't able to operate in per...
Our tiny cat rescue, Cat Republic, is currently swimming in adoptable cats and so we're hosting a meet & greet for the crew. Come on by the Prospect Heights Brainery (190 Underhill Ave) on Friday evening, January 17 from 6:30-9pm to have a drink and meet some furry friends and learn more about adopting!
RSVP is not required but helpful so we can get a sense of numbers. The event is free but donations to our no...
Since it's time to GET SHOPPING for the holidays, we wanted to highlight a few gifts we love made by people we think are super cool.
Gowanus Manufacturing Calendar 2020 - because wall calendars are incredibly useful, especially when they feature 12 wide-ranging businesses in Gowanus and the people who work there
Red Hot Kitchen by Diana Kuan - for your friend who loves spicy food and wants to take their home cooki...
If you're looking at your list of holiday giftees and thinking you'd like to do something a little more DIY this year, read on for some of our favorite projects that are a little less intense than knitting a sweater.
Tie-Dye Tea Towels (or t-shirts, or pillowcases)
What you need:
blank 100% cotton tea towels
1-however many colors of procion dye
bucket / nitrile gloves and a bit of time
Ru...
