This looks fun tonight- Saturday August 10, 2013! The NuBlak night at Coco66 (66 Greenpoint Ave) with special guest Benjamin+Cashmere Destination, DJ sets by Jon Oliver and DJ so op of […]
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!
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Feeling Unsafe in Greenpoint? Let Brooklyn Bike Patrol Walk You Home! (THEY ALSO NEED VOLUNTEERS!)
While waiting for Jay Ruiz, founder of Brooklyn Bike Patrol, to answer the phone I listened to the Batman theme song. BAT-ASS! Does bike patrol serve Greenpoint? Jay told me […]
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Breaking Bad Premiere Party at The Exley Sunday (8/11)
(Sponsored) North Brooklyn’s best and grouchiest bartender Brandon Chamberlain is Walter White at The Exley (1 Jackson St) on Sunday August 11, 2013. Free BBQ starting at 7pm. Blue Cocktails 8 […]
Posted inEat & Drink, Reviews
Veggie Burger Diaries: Greenpoint Heights (and Vagina Cult)
Not sure if I ever told you that I participated in a Mastermind Group. I’m not a big fan of self-help or group activities for that matter, but I was […]
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SAVE THE DATE: PUBLIC HEARING ON GREENPOINT LANDING (8/13)
The ULURP process has begun for the impending Greenpoint Landing development on the Greenpoint waterfront, which is a 22-acre, 10-tower development that will radically impact Greenpoint life as we know it. Just […]
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Attn: Local Businesses – National Grid’s ‘B’ Green Challenge Can Save You Money and Win You Prizes!
(Sponsored) At Greenpointers, we are passionate about promoting local environmental sustainability, so when we saw National Grid’s ‘B’ Green Challenge, which awards local businesses for becoming more energy efficient, it […]
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Call For Vendors! Greenpointers Fall Market (10/12)
Greenpointers.com is looking for talented and creative local makers, artists & food vendors for our popular Greenpointers Market taking place on October 12, 2013 in the amazing From The Source […]
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IS318 Wins!, Sgt. William Dougherty Park To Close, Levin vs. Pierson, Free Events, Exorcise Pool, Greenpoint Hotel – The Hook-Up: 8/5
• Hurray! IS318 “The Brooklyn Castle” Chess Team reached their goal of raising $67,785! That doesn’t mean you can’t still make a donation! • Did you know Greenpoint has a […]
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Greenpoint Shop OAK Purchased By American Apparel
Big news for local Greenpoint fashion retailer Oak (55 Nassau Ave) – American Apparel recently bought the company. Via New York Magazine: “As WWD reports, American Apparel purchased the gothic-leaning […]
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Greenpointers Weird On Tumblr: Sunday Occult Candles Gif
Gosh there are just way too many social media outlets, right? That being said they all serve very different purposes and as an online business owner the best way to […]