The Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast which takes over No. 8th near Havemeyer in Williamsburg for more than a week with sausage and zeppole vendors, dunk tanks and water […]
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
Dumont Owner Colin Devlin Commits Suicide
As reported in the Wall Street Journal: Colin Devlin, owner of some of the most beloved Williamsburg restaurants – Dumont, Dumont Burger and the recently closed Dressler was found dead […]
Posted inEat & Drink, Reviews
Greenpoint Veggie Burger Diaries: Lokal
When a reader recommended Lokal’s Pinto Bean and Mushroom Burger, I was excited because shamefully I have never been to Lokal, except for smoothies. The reason: why would I go […]
Posted inDeals, News
“Take care of your skin now— it will pay you back later!” – Amber Organic Tan Studio – Discount!
(Sponsored) Amber Organic Tan Studio is fully dedicated to the art and science of a safe and 100% organic tan as well as healthy and well-maintained skin. Our motto is […]
Posted inEvents, What's Happening?
Bear Hunt Controversy, Whistleblow Your Mind, Animation Block Party, Bushwick Block Party: What’s Happening Greenpoint? (7/24-7/28)
Receive What’s Happening? via email! There are more events in our weekly calendar. Submit Greenpoint events, too! WEDNESDAY 7/24 ♦ Polish & Spanish Poetry Reading @ Greenpoint Library (107 Norman Ave) 6:30-7:30pm, FREE […]
Posted inArt, Community, News
Big Snow’s Co-Owner Yoni David Shot; Venue Closes
Greenpointers is a big fan of the DIY venue Big Snow Buffalo Lodge (89 Varet St) and we were very saddened to hear of the unfortunate shooting of Yoni David […]
Posted inCulture
Ask El Padre: Displaced Disciple
Question: What do you do when you have very deep roots within a church that you love and sacrifice for, and then in comes a new honcho who stops ALL […]
Posted inShopping
“Retail is Secondary” Chat with Interior Designer Kevin Jakob of BKLYN Curated in Greenpoint
While on one of my wanderings on Franklin St, I walked into the new home interiors shop called Bklyn Curated (88 Franklin St). My eyes were happily devouring all of […]
Posted inEat & Drink, Events
Sunday Supper #8 Menu – North Brooklyn Farms at Havemeyer Park (8/4) – SOLD OUT
Sunday Supper #8 on August 4th, 2013 from 7-9pm will not only feature amazing and truly locally grown produce from North Brooklyn Farms, but the location within Havemeyer Park (Kent […]
Posted inNews, The Hook-Up
Name Nassau & Greenpoint Ave G Stops, Smallest Wiener, Inside the Lift, Bushwick Shooting: The Hook-Up (7/22)
• Cringeworthy: MTA is talking about selling subway station names to corporations, but the names would be “accurate and help orient customers as they navigate the MTA network,” like Macy’s […]