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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 in52 Portraits, Culture
Greenpoint Portrait Week #4: Mark Straiton
If you follow me on Instagram (@greenpointers) you know that I have NOT been in Greenpoint. For the past two weeks, Jon and I went on a fantastic birding trip to […]
Posted inNews
No More Puddle Jumping In McCarren’s “Hipster Lake” … for now
According to DNAinfo, the $930,000 project to fix what is called “Hipster Lake” in McCarren Park will be completed by the summer. The plan is to “rebuild paths and add drains […]
Posted inLost & Found, News
Free Puppy? Attention Dog Owners!
This is an important message to dog owners who love their dogs: Don’t leave your dog tied up outside. Please! No matter how desperate you are for a roll of […]
Posted inCommunity
Not Just A Day Off: Think On MLK Jr Day
Today while we celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr, let us also think about the people who continue to struggle for equal rights both here and abroad, and […]
Posted inEat & Drink, Recipes
Recipe: Gnocchi Sardi With Carmelized Onions, Leeks and Swiss Cheese
This recipe is actually derived from a German Homemade Spaetzle recipe, which is pretty easy and fun to make. I substituted Gnocchi Sardi (Cayuga Pure Organics’ Tent / McCarren Park […]
Posted in52 Portraits, Culture
Portrait Week #3: Mark Chroscielewski of Warsaw
When I met with Warsaw’s general manager Mark Chroscielewski to talk about hosting Greenpointers events at Warsaw, I met the nicest guy and discovered the most amazing space. I had […]
Posted inEvents
Did You Miss Our Holiday Market? V-Day Market Is Coming (VIDEO!)
Watch our promo video from our Holiday Market at From The Source! Our upcoming Valentine’s Day Market will be even bigger and better and more sexy and romantical! We promise […]
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Escape The Doldrums Dance Party at Warsaw (2/1)
We know – January sucks! Escape the Doldrums and dance the night away at Warsaw (261 Driggs Ave) on Friday, February 1, 2013 at 9pm. Music by Mr. Nyse. No […]
Posted inEvents
No Pants Subway Ride! Sun 1/13
My absolute favorite citywide and now multi-city and multi-country event is happening on Sunday January 13th, 2012: Improv Everywhere’s No Pants Subway Ride! As in riders take off their pants […]