Greenpoint Photo du Jour: Manhattan Avenue

From Manhattan Avenue outside Off Track Betting.

Miss Heather

Photo Credit: Rebecca 11222

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Happy Memorial Day From Greenpoint!

From Java Street.

Miss Heather

The India Street Trailer Mystery: SOLVED!

Anyone who has bothered to knock around north Greenpoint east of McGuinness Boulevard has surely encountered this trailer on India Street. I know I have. I even wrote a blog post about it. In the previous tome I christened this humble domicile the Pla-Mor (with my nuts) Palace.

Although I had heard through the grapevine that someone does indeed live in this humble domicile I had my doubts. That is until yesterday when I finally met the man behind inside the trailer.

I did not catch this chap’s name. It was a busy day at the junk shop and I only joined in the conversation when he voiced his desire for a Polaroid camera. My colleagues said we didn’t have one. As you can see, I knew better as he is proudly sporting one on his lap in the above photograph. After doling out my share of “customer service” I went back to work. I was quickly jolted out of my pricing and sorting bliss when I overheard the following tidbit of conversation.

Mystery Man: I live in a trailer.
Larry Da Junkman: In Greenpoint?
M.M.: Yeah, over on India Street.
Miss Heather: I KNOW WHERE THAT IS!!!
M.M.: Really?
Miss H: Yeah, I even wrote a post on my blog about it. (excitedly pulls up post on New York Shitty via the “company computer”*) Here it is!
M.M.: (surprised) Yeah, it looked a lot better back then.
Larry: Aren’t you afraid someone will try to break in?
M.M.: No, I keep the place locked up pretty well. What’s more I suspect most people wouldn’t want to enter in fear of who they might find in there.

You know, the man may live in a trailer— something that is inconceivable to most of us— but he brings up a very salient point. I wouldn’t venture in there. Would you?

I know little else about the resident of the Pla-Mor Palace other than he is going to be involved in some kind of reality television show and is an artist. He recounted several years ago that he was an audience member at a live taping of Martha Stewart Show. Knowing that she “liked things made with a hot glue gun” he made a “bearded clam” (as he called it) and gave it to her. On live television.**

The camera man really freaked out. He immediately pointed the camera to the ground.

He said.

Every neighborhood has a story to tell, one need only pay attention. Greenpoint is no exception. The only difference is the tales to be found in the Garden Spot of the Universe are— how should I say— a little more colorful than those to be found among its better-heeled neighbors.

And that dear readers is why I live here!

Miss Heather

*Whose purpose is primarily checking private email and the playing music off of I-tunes, Slacker or YouTube.

**The man deserves an award for doing this. Seriously.

TODAY: Stoop Sale On Eagle Street

Those of you with a little money and time to burn will be happy to know a(nother) stoop sale will be happening today at 49 Eagle Street. Unless my memory fails me (and that is entirely possible) I have hit stoop sales at this address before. There were some damned good pickins’. Check it out!

Miss Heather

Greenpoint To Get A Beer Garden?!?

Lest any of you have been wondering what is going on behind the Corner Frenzy (Huron Street at Manhattan Avenue), today I got the scoop. Per the owner this space is going to be a beer garden/Mexican restaurant. The grand opening is slated for next Sunday after next, June 8, 2008. Those of you who are interested in getting a sneak peek will be interested to know they will be hosting a barbecue on this Monday, Memorial Day, from 2:00 p.m. until dusk.

I think I speak for many of my fellow Greenpointers when I say this is very good news — and not only for those of us who like beer and Mexican food. Let’s face facts: the dining options available in the Garden Spot are meager to say the least. A Mexican restaurant/beer garden could be a great addition to the neighborhood. Socializing over tacos and beer is far superior to hanging out in some pretentious club and sipping over-priced drinks (in the hopes someone will actually converse with you). I can hardly wait to check this place out!

Miss Heather

NEXT WEEK: McGolrick Park Dog Run Fund Raiser

Next week District Dog will be hosting a fund raising event/meeting regarding the McGolrick Park dog run. Per their press release:

This is a community event for Big and Small Dog owners, for all of us to hang out and get to know one another. It would be a great opportunity to get together and discuss concerns, suggestions, community organization etc. If we get enough of a turnout maybe we can pick a new run coordinator to manage the runs up keep. THIS IS VERY NEEDED. We hope to see you all.

All proceeds will be applied towards building a run for small dogs, e.g.; fencing, entrance and benches. Anyone interested in attending this event should R.S.V.P. via email at:

info (at) districtdog (dot) com

Miss Heather

Greenpoint Photo du Jour: Darth Tater

From Manhattan Avenue.

Miss Heather

Stoop Sale Round-up

For those of you who are staying in New York City this holiday weekend and have a little money to burn three stoop sales will be held in the Garden Spot this weekend. Here’s a general rundown.

Sci-Fi geeks and film nerds should head over to 107 Freeman Street. Among the offerings promised are Star Trek action figures and “weird inflatable toys”. Anyone seeking a desk should take note: they will have one free for the taking around 5:00 p.m.

This sale’s offerings are a bit more pedestrian, but it may very well be worth checking out. Especially if you’re seeking housewares and gardening equipment.

Lastly, on Sunday there will be a stoop sale at 103 Huron Street. All benefits are purported to go to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Even if you don’t see anything that tickles your fancy you are more than welcome to leave a donation.

Happy hunting!

Miss Heather

Greenpoint’s Lost Dove

I found this flier at the Garden yesterday and feel compelled to pass it along. I used to patronize this laundromat and my dealings with the ownership there were always pleasant. If anyone has seen their pet dove (or knows of its whereabouts), please contact them at the above phone number.

Thanks!

Miss Heather

Greenpoint Photo du Jour: THIS AREA PATROLLED

From Vandervoort Avenue.

Miss Heather