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Something Neat: Greenpoint, The Book
When I spied this behind the counter at the Garden today I simply had to have it. The asking price of $23.99 be damned! Those of you who are looking for a book outlining the basic history of Greenpoint accompanied by some very lovely photographs will probably be hard-pressed to find anything better than this tome. Even if you do not have the money, swing by and give it a look-see. It’s pretty neat!
Greenpoint: Little Poland
Jolanta Zastocka
The Garden
921 Manhattan Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11222
Note: this book is in both Polish and English.
Miss Heather
Greenpoint Street Seating Du Jour: Lorimer Street
Filed under: 11222, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic, Street Furniture
What really makes this specimen special is the skeletal Santa holding a gourd in the background (which I have documented previously). The people responsible for this appear to be modifying good ol’ St. Nick in accordance to whatever holiday is in season. Hence the melange of Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas imagery. I can hardly wait to see what they do for Valentine’s Day.
Miss Heather
On The Waterfront: Calling Dr. Love
One of the things which fascinates me about my fellow homo sapiens is how much time and effort they spend trying to get laid. The number of web sites and matchmaking services dedicated to this endeavor bear testament to this fact. On that note, I am pleased to announce yet another tool in cupid’s quiver: the end of Java Street.
It’s refreshing to see that the removal of that illegal gate has indeed helped my fellow Greenpointers to better enjoy the waterfront! I can only hope when Chico becomes a man he will write a letter of thanks to David Yassky.
Miss Heather
Williamsburg Photo Du Jour: Maher
When I found this quartet of Bill Mahers on Kent Avenue recently I did not ask myself why someone would see fit to do this. Rather, I thought: “Why not?”
Miss Heather
From The New York Shitty Photo Pool: Great Moments In Sign Placement
This rather compelling juxtaposition has nothing whatsoever to do with north Brooklyn. Nonetheless when I discovered it over my first cup of morning coffee I knew it had to be showcased here for all to enjoy. So here it is. This hails from South Street Seaport and comes courtesy of Flatbush Gardener. Nice find!
Miss Heather
Greenpoint Photo Du Jour: We Do It All!
Yesterday I really needed a laugh and thanks to the Production Lounge (where the above sign is located) I got one. We’re not talking a paltry chuckle either. We’re talking bent-over-gasping-for-air fits of maniacal cackling. There a measure of truth in advertising at play here: gun fire, noise complaints, monthly strip parties with lap dances— and now Bar Mitzvahs and Sweet Sixteen Parties! The Production Lounge really does do it all!
My advice: if you decide to have little Timmy’s b’rith at this establishment it might be best to bundle up your bundle of joy in some Kevlar. And oh yeah, toting along a bottle or two of hand sanitizer may not be such a bad idea either.
Miss Heather
New York Shitty Day Starter: Mutual Discrepancy
This work of art by Gaia and Noh J. Coley hails from North 10 Street at Wythe Avenue. The above photograph does not do it justice. See it in person. It’s absolutely stunning.
Miss Heather
Crosstown Local Photo Du Jour: Nassau Avenue
Filed under: 11222, Crosstown Local, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic
I have noticed that these posters for “Blue Mountain State” have elicited a great deal of feedback from my fellow G train patrons. All negative. This one may very well be the best of the lot. Thanks for passing this along to me, Jacqueline!
Miss Heather
Greenpoint Street Art Du Jour: Blip
Filed under: 11222, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic, Street Art
From Java Street.
Miss Heather
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