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Posted inArt
“Visions” at The Picture Show & Interview with Peruvian artist Mariana Tschudi
Visions opened on Friday, June 27 at The Picture Show in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. “We were looking for myths, dreams, and hallucinations,” said Megan Clement, and ultimately, the selected “films…were dreamlike, […]
Posted inArt, Culture
The Forgotten Murals of Williamsburg
I recently visited the Brooklyn Museum, where the forgotten Williamsburg Murals are on display in the building cafe. Jazz-like rhythms echoed through the hallway as I shared an intimate moment focusing […]
Posted inWellness
Fitness Review: Jessie Zalla Pilates
One of my New Year’s Resolutions was to become a healthier and stronger person, mainly to improve my bad posture, since I sit all day. I decided to check out […]
Posted inShopping
The Back Room Consignment Shop
When I visited the Back Room Consignment Shop (832 Manhattan Ave), I spent an hour looking through the collection. Sally, the owner, was very kind and helpful, as was Darius, who […]
Posted inCulture
That’s a BIG FISH! Brooklyn Fishing Derby 2013 Winner Announced!
While crossing over the East River during my daily ride on the East River Ferry, I would often see fishermen cast their lines into the dark polluted waters, hanging out on […]
Posted inCommunity, News
Greenpointers Block Watch Program – Get Involved!
The Block Watch Program is being relaunched in Greenpoint, and if you would like to join the program here’s how: Contact Police Officer Steve Truglio of the 94th Precinct at […]
Posted inCommunity, News
Notes from the Greenpoint Safety Meeting (8/27)
On Tuesday night (8/27), the Greenpoint Safety Meeting was held at the Polish Slavic Center. The speakers were Assemblyman, Joe Lentol, Captain James Ryan of the 94th Precinct, Executive Assistant […]
Posted inArt
Beginnings: The End
Beginnings had an impressive year-long run and was a great example of many minds coming together to build something new. Their exhibitions of experimental art shows at 110 Meserole Avenue […]
Posted inHistorical Greenpoint
Historical Greenpoint Walk With The Wooden House Project
For anyone interested in exploring the history of Brooklyn, The Wooden House Project offers fantastic tours for lovers of Brooklyn’s wood-frame row houses. The walking tour I took through the streets […]