The Arts

— New book highlights Bay Ridge

— BROOKLYN BUZZ: Local musicians make music with a message

— Visitation’s new director of performing arts

— JB Smoove brings the ruckus to Brooklyn in upcoming special

— CULTURE BRIEFS: Week of December 29

— BROOKLYN BUZZ: Local band is B.O.Y.S. and more

— CULTURE BRIEFS: Week of December 22

— BROOKLYN BUZZ: New filmed take on Hamlet from local repertory

— STAR OF BROOKLYN: Susan Huizinga

— Art is “housed” in Sunset Park

— Young artists are showcased at Ridge’s Art Room

— CULTURE BRIEFS: Week of December 8