Last week, I had the privilege to see a remastered print of Ken Burns’ 1981 film, Brooklyn Bridge, at the Brooklyn Museum. The documentary had me feeling all the feelings […]
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THIS THURSDAY (12/14): NAG Environmental Happy Hour!
Via Neighbors Allied for Good Growth: Do you want to get involved with a North Brooklyn neighborhood group? Do you care about environmental issues? Join us for a drink! The […]
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History of Greenpoint’s Polish and Slavic Federal Credit Union
You may have noticed a Polish and Slavic Federal Credit Union (140 Greenpoint Avenue and 100 McGuinness Blvd) booth this weekend at our Winter Candyland Holiday Market. That’s because the PSFCU […]
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Need a Perfect Gift? Preview the Sugar x Spice Holiday Makers Market! (12/17)
Holiday markets are a beloved Brooklyn tradition (you know we love ’em). This year, a brand-spankin’ new one is hitting the scene right here in Greenpoint! It’s the Sugar x Spice […]
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The City is Still Without a Plan for L-pocalypse and North Brooklyn is Trying to Hold Leaders Accountable
When it comes to the Zombie Apocalypse, you’re officially covered. The Pentagon has been prepared to resist the undead menace since 2011, when the headquarters of United States strategic command […]
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Going Postal: The Woes of the South 4th Street Post Office
There are a lot of post offices in New York City, from grand Beaux Arts gems to inspiring Art Deco projects. A survey of New York post offices can offer […]
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See Santa This Sunday (12/10) at The City Reliquary!
North Brooklyn friends! Neighbors! Local NYC artifacts museum and good ol’ fashioned fun organization The City Reliquary (370 Metropolitan Avenue) is hosting their holiday party this Sunday, December 10th from […]
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Marina Aris: Building a Writing Community in Greenpoint
I first met Marina Aris two years ago when she invited me to take part in Indie Writers Day at the Greenpoint Library. Marina immediately impressed me not only with […]
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Dinner for a Cause: The Big Brooklyn Holiday Toy Drive!
The Big Brooklyn Holiday Toy Drive, a local organization that has helped distribute more than 22,000 toys to local children in need is hosting a fundraising dinner at Anella (222 […]
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The Best Greenpoint Restaurants When You’ve Got Kids
Lifestyle changes happen when children enter the picture and “family time” becomes the new thing. As far as dining out goes, parents need to either get a babysitter for the […]