When you adopt a rescue pup you’re doing a good deed and saving a cherished life, but you may also be taking on some unforeseen problems. This makes your decisions […]
Posts by Author Archives: Jen G
After living in NYC my entire life, I found the strongest sense of community in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Running this blog is truly an honor and the best part is meeting its readers in real life. Everyday I am energized by smiles and inspiring conversations with fellow Greenpointers who tirelessly do and create incredible things that are good for our community and share the same love I have for life here. If you see me walking with my little dog "D" - please say hi!
Posted inCommunity, News
A Streetcar Named “What’s Manhattan?”
I’ve said it before, I only go to Manhattan to visit the dentist, since finding a new dentist is the only thing more painful than going into “the city.” Otherwise […]
Posted inClasses, Events
Terrarium Class – May 4th at Passenger Bar!
We are taking our Terrarium Class to Williamsburg on May 4th from 3-5pm at Passenger Bar (229 Roebling St). Our lovely and talented teacher Claire will show you how to […]
Posted inCommunity, News
Not An Urban Outfitters! Franklin St is Getting… a Convention Center!
When the curtains fell to reveal a wrap around glass front building at 79 Franklin St (at Noble St) in Greenpoint, many residents wondered and dreaded what would open up […]
Posted inEvents
Kingsland Coladas + Spring Shopping Today (4/13)
The weather finally turned gorgeous just in time for our Spring Market today. On your Sunday stroll head over to 67 West St, 5th Fl – a 6,000 sq. ft. […]
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Doggie Playgroup in McGolrick Park Begins this Saturday! (4/12)
If your dog (ahem or you) are looking for some fun and positive socializing, then head over to McGolrick Park Dog Run this Saturday from 11:30am-12:30pm for Doggie Playgroup! All […]
Posted inArt, Culture
The Art of Being Honest: “Alternate Landscapes” & “Werner Herzog Eats A Sandwich”
On a recent Friday night I visited two art shows that both opened on Greenpoint Ave. Both artists, Maj Anya DeBear and  Roxanne Palmer mentioned that honesty was one driving […]
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“Nirvana” THE BAND in Greenpoint Last Night!
When I get up in the wee morning and do a quick #greenpoint search on Twitter, I’m prepared for anything – fires, hit and runs, and other horrible things – […]
Posted inEat & Drink
Attn: Beer Nerds! Wild & Crazy & Secret Beer at Diamond Tonight! (4/10)
Tonight the Diamond Bar (43 Franklin St) is upping the beer game in Greenpoint with a one time only Super Duper Taps event where you can try some insane and […]
Posted inEvents
Sweet Sweet Spring Market (4/13)
There will be plenty of delicious sweet snacks and finds at our Spring Market this Sunday! Here are picks from a few featured vendors: • First Edition of Victorian Cakes […]