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New York Shitty Day Ender: Bling
When my grandchildren— no, make that OTHER PEOPLE’S GRANDCHILDREN— ask me:
Auntie Heather, what was Greenpoint like back then?
I am going to show them this (which hails from Manhattan Avenue at Freeman Street): a pearl metal flake Hummer with a $$$ license plate holder.
Miss Heather
Greenpoint Gentrification Watch: Help Wanted!
First up, I want to thank all the folks who braved the downright painful cold this evening to come to the show, hang out and chat. It was pleasure meeting finally meeting a number of my “online” friends face to face! I am especially grateful to the young woman I met who tipped me off to the following employment opportunity which comes from (where else?) Craigslist.
Recession, schmcession! This “elite” establishment is not only hiring, but they’re willing to train and you can keep all tips including lap dances! Now if you don’t mind, I’m off to polish my cover letter and curricula vitae.
Miss Heather
P.S.: I have my suspicions as to which Garden Spot business posted this ad. For the time being am going to keep my prognostication private— but I heartily encourage any and all of you, dear readers, to get the ball rolling by tendering your guesses in the comments. Together we can and will crack the mystery of the Greenpoint go-go girls!
Tis The Season: Engert Avenue Rustic
Granted, this decoration is for the wrong season, but nothing says “Greenpoint” like a jack o’ lantern made out of an oil drum. In December. (Which is when this photograph was taken, lest you are wondering.) I for one can only hope these folks* will keep this bad boy out all year ’round. After all, it is Halloween every day in the Garden Spot of the Universe!
Miss Heather
*Who are also responsible for this: a snowman made out of an oil drum. They loves them some oil drums on Engert Avenue!
From The New York Shitty Inbox: Two Degrees of Separation
Today, as you are all well aware, is the day my show goes up at t.b.d. I mention this because was disappointed to learn that a frequent contributor to this site and all around nice guy, Tony Luib, will not be able to attend. This is because he will be having an opening of his own tonight!
Here’s a basic rundown of what this group show is about per Gallery Satori’s web site:
Gallery SATORI is pleased to present “Two Degrees of Separation,†a group exhibition with ninety artists to be held in the Project Space and Lounge. The artwork ranges widely from intimate paintings to delicate paper sculptures to videos on minute monitors to a ceramic soccer/bowling ball. The show investigates the web-like interrelationship between many of the artists working in New York as well as a few artists working in London, Seoul, Tel Aviv, and Sydney who have connections to the artists based in New York.
If you happen to be in the Lower East Side this evening swing by and say hi!
Two Degrees of Separation
December 9, 2009 starting at 6:00 p.m.
Gallery Satori
164 Stanton Street
New York, New York 10002
Tony writes:
…If anything come out to see my rarely seen shaved face!
Same goes here, dude!
Miss Heather
Greenpoint Photos Du Jour: Welcome to Williamsburg
This morning as I was running errands I noticed the A & J Farm Market at was getting a face lift. It new awning now proclaims it be the “New A & J Farm Market”. But that’s not what I found interesting. Rather, it was what was revealed when they removed the old awning.
The old sign (which can be seen in larger format by clicking on the above image) reads “Williamsburg Floor Covering”. Yes folks, it would appear that the ‘Burgification of Greenpoint not only predates the real estate boom, but also reaches as far north as Green Street. I for one take issue with this. To set the record straight this building is located in Williamsburg Heights or North Vinyl Siding.
Miss Heather
THIS WEEKEND: A Few More Activities For The Christmas-Inclined
Yesterday I posted an item about 3rd Ward’s Handmade Holiday Craft Fair. Thankfully fellow bloggess and Greenpointer, Bitchy Bluestocking, was kind enough to remind me that Cafe Grumpy will be throwing their Hearts & Crafts Affair this Sunday, December 13, from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. She writes:
Don’t forget about Cafe Grumy’s Hearts and Crafts Affair on Sunday — though the flyer has a typo (Sat.) on it.
Truth be told, I did forget about this. I have been so busy of late I have forgotten about a great number of things. Thanks for the reminder Bitchy!
Arts & Crafts Affair
Sunday December 13, 2009
Cafe Grumpy
193 Meserole Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11222
Those of you who missed the opportunity last week to have your pups and pussies photographed with Santa will be delighted to know he will be at Unleash Brooklyn this Sunday as well! The cost of having your kids— be they of the furry variety or otherwise— photographed with Santa is only $15.00 and all proceeds will go to Dog Habitat Rescue. Check it out!
Pictures with Santa
December 13, 2009 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Unleash Brooklyn
216 Franklin Street
Brooklyn, New York 11222
And that’s all she wrote!
Miss Heather
East Williamsburg Street Art Du Jour: 301
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From Ten Eyck Street.
Miss Heather
New York Shitty Day Starter: Pigeons
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From Judge Street.
Miss Heather
New York Shitty Day Ender: Brookland
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Well folks, the big day (for me, anyway) is almost upon us. Tomorrow, December 10, I will be hanging my show of photography, Brookland, at t.b.d. I picked up the prints this evening and I have to confess I was very, very pleased! But back to the purpose of this post:
A number of people have inquired if there will be a reception for my show: the answer is yes. In a manner of speaking. Here’s the deal:
– I have been running myself ragged lately. This is mostly due to the fact I have been trying to balance my life and this web site with the demands of this show. I’m tired!
– For this reason tomorrow, starting at 7:30 p.m., I will be having a “soft opening”. I’ll just be hanging out, talking to people who swing by, etc.
– In January I will have a more proper closing reception. I will post the details about this at a later date.
Those of you who looking for free food and the like will probably want to attend the latter most. Otherwise, I hope to see you all tomorrow at t.b.d.! I have put a lot of work into this show and can’t wait to see the final product!
Brookland (a show of my photography!)
OPENING: Thursday, December 10, 2009 (I’ll be there from approximately 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.)
Closing Reception: January 7, 2010 (time t.b.a.)
t.b.d.
224 Franklin Street
Brooklyn, New York 11222
As I have mentioned before these works will be for sale and will start at the very reasonable price of $25.00!
Miss Heather
P.S.: Be sure to check out the reception at Clayspace too!
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