It’s kind of like flash dancing, but it will be string musicians on the Brooklyn G train serenading riders to the sweet sound of Bach. God this city is so […]
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 inEat & Drink
Jerk The Winter Out Of Your System at Battery Harris (+ Recipes!)
(sponsored) If this weather is leaving you longing for warmer days or perhaps a tropical vacation, save the airfare and head over to Battery Harris (64 Frost St) where you […]
Posted inCommunity, News
Holiday Lights OFF on Manhattan Ave – Are Dirty Hipsters to Blame?
A reader wrote in: “I was wondering if you knew why there aren’t any holiday lights up on Manhattan Ave this year?” Just one of many Greenpointers saddened by the […]
Posted inCulture, Valentine's Gift Guide 2013
NYC Farm Chic Flowers: Gift Guide (DISCOUNT!)
Did you know that 80% of flowers purchased is the US are imported? When considering holiday floral decor or gifts this season, choose NYC Farm Chic Flowers, whose flowers are all domestic […]
Posted inEvents
By Popular Demand, Jellio is Bringing Santa Back to The Flying Squirrel This Sunday! (12/22) + Discounts!
(sponsored) Jellio.com, makers of fun, childhood-inspired furniture and home decor items, has asked Santa to come back to Brooklyn! After two very popular Santa days, they’ve invited Santa back to […]
Posted inCommunity, News
I Found This Cat… Sam The Cat
Sam the Cat was taken in after living on the streets for more than a year. It was right before last week’s snowstorm when we found her and she was […]
Posted inGreenpoint Gift Guide, Shopping
Do It Detox Deals at Human@Ease : Greenpoint Gift Guide
The best gift you can give to a loved one or yourself is that good feeling of health, wellness AND pampering. Human@Ease (31 Nassau Ave) has a lot of deals […]
Posted inCommunity, News
McGolrick Park’s Down to Earth Farmers Market Moves Inside! Plus Compost Drop-Off!
(sponsored) Down to Earth Markets is delighted to announce that the McGolrick Park Farmers Market will move indoors for the winter months to the Lutheran Church of the Messiah beginning […]
Posted inHoliday Gift Guide 2013
East River Tattoo: Gift Guide (DISCOUNT!)
If you live in Brooklyn, then at least one person on your gift giving list has a tattoo and you know once you get one – you can’t stop! Maybe […]
Posted inCulture
No Office Holiday Party PHOTOS!!!
The No Office Holiday Party was all the way in Park Slope – BUT SO WORTH THE TRIP! Check out all the Photo Booth photos, here – and all the […]