The DOT is continuing its community outreach by holding meetings open to the public, so folks can ask questions, make comments and raise fists about the upcoming L train shutdown, […]
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Landmarks Commission Makes Noble Decision, Saves Greenpoint Home From Demolition
Historic Preservation strikes again! On Tuesday, the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission saved 111 Nobel Street from demolition. The wood-frame structure dates from the 1850s and sits well within […]
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North Brooklyn Angels Take Flight Against Food Insecurity in Greenpoint
North Brooklyn Angels, a hyper-local, volunteer-powered, non-profit, mobile hunger program has spread its wings in the neighborhood. Built on the direct action of neighbors helping neighbors, North Brooklyn Angels is […]
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For The Kids: Tales of The Night, PS 110 Childrens’ Film Series (2/10)
WHAT: TALES OF THE NIGHTÂ animated film screening (in English) WHERE: PS 110 The Monitor School, 4th Floor Auditorium, 124 Monitor Street WHEN: Saturday, February 10th, 2pm-4pm (Doors at 2, film […]
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TONIGHT (2/2)! Meet the Deplorables: Infiltrating Trump’s America at Pete’s Candy Store
Well, these past two years have been a long, strange trip. Whether our political climate has led you to become more active in our society’s affairs or make a difference […]
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Valentine’s Day Newtown Creek Digester Egg Tour
Nothing says I love you quite like sewage. This valentines day, you could go the traditional route, candy, flowers, etc… Or, you do something truly special: A tour of the […]
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Greenpoint Winter Survival Guide: Get Your Lit On This Winter
What types of books are your fellow Greenpointers curling up with this winter? More winter survival tips are coming your way this week, this time we get some solid literary […]
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Make Greenpoint Greener by Submitting a Project Proposal to GCEF!
Have you ever explored the Kingsland Wildflowers Green Roof? Paddled along with the North Brooklyn Boat Club? Relaxed in the Urban Oasis in McGolrick Park? Worked in the Java Street […]
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DIY-ers: Brooklyn Craft Company is HIRING!
Greenpoint’s own (and totally adorable) craft destination, Brooklyn Craft Company (165 Greenpoint Ave), is hiring for Pattern Makers and Workshop Instructors. Read more for full details on the gigs and […]
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“Canners”—A Documentary About NYC’s Can Collectors—Screening + Q&A This Saturday (1/27) at City Reliquary
You’ve certainly heard their carts clanking down the sidewalks of NYC, and maybe you’ve also seen them sorting through your trash bins before recycling day. These are NYC’s “canners”—people who collect […]