For many folks, attending church is an annual event. Luckily we have some pretty cool houses of worship right here in our neighborhood, if you’d like to dabble in holiday […]
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Posted inHistorical Greenpoint
A Short History of Noble Street
Noble Street is one of the shorter streets in Greenpoint, but though just two blocks long it still is one of the prettiest streets in our area. The folks on […]
Posted inWhat's Happening?
House of Vogue, Gremlins, Winter Solstice Silent Yoga — What’s Happening, Greenpoint? (12/20–12/26)
WEDNESDAY 12/20 ♫ Christmas Hymn Sing @ St. John’s Luthern Church (155 Milton St), 7pm, FREE, Everyone is invited to come sing our favorite Christmas hymns. All levels of ability are welcome, More […]
Posted inNews
“Serial Squatter” Terrorizes Greenpoint
We’ve all heard our fair share of roommate horror stories, but this one might take the cake. Greenpoint resident Pinar Yolacan was forced to share her apartment for months with […]
Posted inHistorical Greenpoint
How a Local Bartender Stunned the Political World and Defeated The Corrupt “Sugar Senator”
In 1893, one of the greatest upsets in New York State electoral history occurred locally when a bartender defeated one of the most powerful men in Albany. I have written […]
Posted inWellness
Greenpoint Winter Survival Guide: How To De-Stress Yo Self
It was a long time coming, but the past week’s snowfall seems to indicate that winter is finally upon us! To fully equip you for the season, we spoke with […]
Posted inCommunity
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 […]
Posted inFilm
It’s Getting Hot In Here: Giant Fireball in Greenpoint Tonight!
According to CBS2, our neighborhood is set to blast off tonight (Tuesday, December 12) with a planned explosion that’s part of some movie special effects. So, don’t freak out, Greenpoint […]
Posted inEat & Drink
When One Bar Closes, Another Restaurant Opens
During the past year, there have been whispers that a Greenpoint institution would be closing. When Park Luncheonette closed its doors, those of us who’d heard the rumors held our […]
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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 […]