New York Magazine recently updated an article about the threat Hurricane Sandy poses to areas with toxic waterways like Gowanus: A dome of water would travel from Upper New York Bay, through […]
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 inArt, Culture
#Sandy Call For Artwork
I don’t know about you, but being on facebook and twitter and checking the news is making me a little nuts. So I am looking at all the Hurricane Sandy […]
Posted inNews, Pets
Missing Cat & Frankenrooster Found (not kidding!)
It’s terrible to lose a pet, but during hurricanes it’s even worse. Greenpointers is dedicated to helping lost pets find their homes, so send us any photos and all information […]
Posted inCommunity
Don’t Be Stupid; Stay Home #Sandy Updates
Unless you are in Zone A, stay home. Unless there is a life threatening emergency (beer runs, don’t count) it is extremely important that you stay home. UPDATES: (via Mayor […]
Posted inCommunity, News
Rising East River, Zone A Greenpoint Flooding Begins
If you were wondering why you had to evacuate, here is why. The East River is rising and Zone A is beginning to flood. Please evacuate if you can. Be […]
Posted inCommunity
Bored of Sandy? Dog Photo Caption Contest from Howl-O-Ween!
Saturday’s Howl-O-Ween in McCarren Park had such a great turnout of humiliated dogs in Halloween Costumes. If you’re bored of Sandy already, caption these hilarious dog photos on our facebook […]
Posted inCommunity, News
How Many Seconds Before You Die? McGuinness Blvd. Crossing Guide
This isn’t a joke. Crossing McGuinness Blvd. can often be a near death experience and for some deadly. A speed survey confirmed that speeding cars are out of control with over 66% […]
Posted inNews
Hurricane Safety Checklist
Hurricane Sandy is coming whether we like it or not. Here are a few simple things to do to be prepared: • If you are in Zone A, you MUST […]
Posted inThe Hook-Up
Fire On Norman, Park Luncheonette to Reopen, GP’s Best Brunches, Alt Sailing, Halloween Pranks:The Hook-Up 10/26
• Fire on Norman and Jewel Leaves Eight Injured (DNAinfo) GREENPOINT FOOD NEWS • Exciting! Owners of Matchless to ReOpen Park Luncheonette (Eater) • How can one chose? The 7 Best Brunches […]
Posted inCommunity, News
True Giving Yoga at Human@Ease
TRUE GIVING Yoga– By Human@Ease Donation based yoga is still the hottest workout out there. It has morphed into a social phenomenon in which tons of people come together to achieve fitness […]