Brooklyn Creative League

09/29/2023

Need a quiet space to make private phone calls 📲? Check out our phone booths with excellent sound-proofing, ready for your business. At BCL, you'll find a coworking community dedicated to supporting you and your employees.

Interested in learning more about what BCL has to offer? Check us out and book your tour: https://buff.ly/3PyJhTb

09/14/2023

Looking for a great place to grab a little lunch when you're at BCL? Visit our neighbors at Le Petit Monstre for vegan treats like this iced matcha latte and (faux!) bacon egg and cheese on a croissant. Enjoy them at their outdoor tables or in our lounge.

🥪☕️ Which restaurants or cafes are your lunchtime favorites nearby? Leave a comment and share with us!

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08/24/2023

BCL members have written a dozen books, across every major genre. Writing isn't just about words on paper; it's also about nurturing ideas. For literary inspiration, here are 3 historic writers' homes in Clinton Hill and Fort Greene, just a short walk from our space: https://buff.ly/45kh1dT

Writers need somewhere to walk. For those seeking literary inspiration with their fresh air, here are three of our favorite historic writers’ homes in Clinton Hill and Fort Greene in Brooklyn, all a short walk from the coworking space.

08/11/2023

Did you know that there's a farm just around the corner from BCL?! That's right! Brooklyn Grange has an incredible rooftop farm with bees, crops, and incredible views in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Check out their website for more information on community dinners and even evening yoga at this location: https://buff.ly/2LqMu6n
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📷: BCL member Zontee Hou ⁠
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07/27/2023

Summer is in full swing here in Brooklyn! Discover our blog post featuring 7 local favorite summer spots in Clinton Hill and Gowanus: https://buff.ly/3Q2yceT

Where are you planning to go to beat the heat this summer? Share your plans with us in the comments!

A few places to visit around Gowanus & Clinton Hill (our soon-to-be new coworking location) to help stay cool in the concrete jungle.

07/18/2023

With record heat scalding much of the country, people minimize the amount of time spent outside their homes, heat waves like our current one tend to further isolate us from one another. So let’s break out of our bubbles and reconnect with each other, our neighborhoods, and our community. Come on into BCL, cool off, and reconnect with your peeps!

Join us on Salad Day—our weekly potluck lunch, every Wednesday at 12:30. Or meet us for one of our BCL Friday Happy Hours. After years of pandemic isolation, the last thing we need is heat-wave isolation. Simply connect!

Want to become a part of the BCL family? Click on the link to schedule a tour: https://buff.ly/40sphWy

06/29/2023

At BCL, we not only maintain an environment conducive to both productivity and creativity but also offer some lesser-known resources that we encourage you to take advantage of. From television writers' rooms to therapists' offices, we provide a plethora of ways to set up space for your business.

Read our latest blog post and learn a few ways coworking spaces can serve your business both short-term and long-term: https://buff.ly/3PAc23v

From television writers' rooms to therapists' offices, BCL coworking offers a plethora of ways to set up space for your business.

06/24/2023

Searching for ways to elevate your summer experience? Look no further! Here are 4 spots in the Brooklyn Navy Yard that you'll definitely want to check out! From wine tasting to nature landscapes and more. Explore these local gems in the Brooklyn Navy Yard neighborhood: https://buff.ly/3d6Tl6i

What are your favorite spots in the neighborhood? Share them with us!

Check out Body by Brooklyn, Le Petit Monstre, Naval Cemetery Landscape, and more in the Brooklyn Navy Yard neighborhood.

06/15/2023

Do you agree that coworking is more fun and less lonely? We certainly think so!

Check out this article from The New York Times which explores the positive impact of coworking, particularly on corporate remote workers, which says, "For many, shared offices have become a refuge from the often chaotic home environment and an opportunity to become part of a community."

Read the full article here: https://buff.ly/3Nj1K6n

Know a remote worker looking for a change of pace? Be sure to send them to BCL!

For many, shared offices have become an escape from often chaotic homes — and a chance to join a community. Are they the future of co-working?

06/09/2023

Happy Friday! Looking for a new go-to pitstop where you can unwind and grab a drink after work? After a long day on the job, there’s nothing quite like a refreshing happy-hour beer or cocktail to relax and recharge. From trendy cocktail bars to cozy wine lounges, we’ve scoured the area to bring you a curated list of eight happy-hour hangout spots worth visiting.⁠
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Read our latest blog post to learn more about these best after-work happy hour spots in Fort Greene and Prospect Heights: https://buff.ly/43xdhof

Looking for a happy hour spots in Fort Greene and Prospect Heights? Luckily, the vibrant neighborhoods offer a plethora of taverns, taprooms, and more to satisfy every mood and craving.

06/01/2023

Collaboration and community are the twin pillars of BCL’s culture. Many writers of all different genres have thrived at BCL. Learn more about just six of authors who've written their works at BCL. Read the post: https://buff.ly/3gjc2Wk

Our Clinton Hill coworking space is the perfect environment for writers. Our semi-private desks and offices make it easy to get work done.

05/24/2023

A recent study shows that there are benefits, particularly for younger workers, of being in the office: mentorship, training, and the serendipity of building relationships with more senior employees. Read more via The New York Times:

One of the first major studies on remote work shows a hidden penalty of flexibility: less supervision.

05/15/2023

When people ask us what makes BCL different from other coworking spaces, we answer without hesitation: the culture and the people. Here at BCL, we support companies and individuals who share a commitment to community, collaboration, and mutual benefit--all of which flourish only in a culture of reciprocity and trust.

As Zontee Hou, Pesident of Media Volery—our friend, colleague, and longtime BCL member—explains in our latest blog post, the BCL community has been instrumental in the growth of her business, but also an important part of her life. Click on the link to read the blog post as she shares the reasons that joining the coworking community at BCL has helped her business grow.

Learn why coworking spaces can be a great place to grow your small business network, get referrals, and find partners.

05/09/2023

Hey there, BCL parents! Spring is in full swing, and it’s time to go on new adventures and create lasting memories with your family. Check out this article for a list of fun activities near our coworking space in Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, and Prospect Heights.

Discover kids activities Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, and Prospect Heights—perfect for working parents with flexible hours!

04/28/2023

Meet Kyle Sim, BCL member since Sept 2021. He curates ForGibness Books, a library of rare and vintage comics and graphic novels, and plans to make it public.⁠
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Kyle is also an aspiring book critic. With a robust collection of books and a deep knowledge of comic history, Kyle could be the next Lester Bangs, but for comics. You can find some of his reviews and essays on his Instagram page, . ⁠
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We’re so grateful to have Kyle as a member of BCL, and we can’t wait to see what he does next with ForGibness Books!⁠
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Read the blog post to learn more about our members: https://buff.ly/3Ty5GBX
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Did you know that Brooklyn Creative League was one of the first coworking spaces to open in the United States? […]

04/20/2023

Looking forward to celebrating the end of the week with our amazing members! Join us for happy hour at Putnam's Pub tomorrow, April 21 at 5pm. Let's enjoy some tasty drinks and bites together on the outdoor patio. See you there! 🍸🥪⁠
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Photo credit: Putnam's Pub & Cooker ⁠

04/19/2023

Cherry trees and magnolias are in bloom, and it's the perfect time to take a stroll around the neighborhood and admire these beautiful trees. But don't wait too long!⁠
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The peak viewing season is from April 1 to May 15, and Brooklyn Botanic Garden's "In Bloom" celebration showcases all of their spring offerings during this time. They also update their CherryWatch page on their website daily, which provides “up-to-the-petal” blooming status of all the trees. Click here to learn more: https://buff.ly/2HLuzav

Do you have a favorite corner or street for tree peeping? Share it in the comments! ⁠

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04/11/2023

Now that we’re a little over three months into the year, we’re curious: Who’s been keeping up with their health and fitness goals? For those of you who have, kudos! For those who haven’t, we completely understand. There are a million reasons why our physical health can end up on the backburner. Luckily for you, we are close to some fantastic trainers and gyms in Clinton Hill!

Check out our latest blog post to learn about four local gyms close to Brooklyn Creative League, plus 3 ways to incorporate wellness into your workday.

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Learn about four local gyms in the Clinton Hill/Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn, close to Brooklyn Creative League.