Our area has been the birthplace of many things: the American porcelain industry, oil refining, but carousels? Who knew? Actually, Greenpoint has a long history of carousel production that goes […]
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Everything You Need To Know About Those Organic Waste Brown Bins
What is up with all these brown “organic waste” recycling bins in North Brooklyn? Doesn’t the city ask for enough with the paper, plastic, and metal recycling? Why are they […]
Posted inWellness
It’s Outdoor Yoga Weather!
Summer’s here! Summer’s here! It’s picnics in the park, (possible) ferry rides to the beach, and group yoga classes outside time! Unlike the massive outdoor free classes that happen in […]
Posted inWhat's Happening?
GOS 2017, Dirty Talk, The Other Art Fair, Closet Archaeology, Go Green! — What’s Happening, Greenpoint? (5/31–6/6) – Arts in North Brooklyn Edition
On June 3 & 4th, 400 local artists will open their doors to the public and showcase works and works in progress during this year’s Greenpoint Open Studios! Check out […]
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The Brooklyn Kitchen’s Closing, But There’s A SALE!!!
Over a decade ago, Williamsburg residents Harry Rosenblum and Taylor Erkkinen didn’t have a good place to pick up kitchen supplies when in a pinch, so they created one. The Brooklyn […]
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GOS 2017: Unusual Art Spaces!
Since the introduction of its first archetype, the modern “art gallery” continues to evolve into many different forms today—as artists can be found showcasing their work in more intimate settings […]
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It’s The Hotness: Summer Music Preview!
It’s summer, y’all (temps almost broke 90 today so we can officially say that now), which means it’s time to get your butts out there and see some live music and […]
Posted inCulture
This Season’s Outdoor Movies! ::Gets Popcorn::
Ok, so we’ve been stuck in the weather purgatory that is Spring (it’s hot/it’s cold/it’s rainy/it sucks), but it’s already time to start planning out our summer outdoor activities—because before we know […]
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Geeks Who Drink, Overnight Sleep Concert, Greenpoint Film Festival — What’s Happening, Greenpoint? (5/3–5/9) – The Dirty Derby Edition
There are more events in our weekly calendar! Submit Greenpoint events, too! WEDNESDAY 5/3 * Geeks Who Drink @Bar Schimmi (60 North 11th St) 6pm, FREE, A homegrown Pub Trivia Quiz modeled after […]
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Your May 2017 Horoscopes Are Here!
This month, Mercury retrograde ends (finally!) and we get a Scorpio full moon, which means we are alive and energized–especially with our emotions. This month is all about change and listening […]