RIP Donna Siafakas of Peter Pan Donuts - you made me delicious donuts for many many years.
Brooklyn Briefly@brooklynbriefly.bsky.social · 4w agoDonna Siafakas, longtime owner of Peter Pan Donuts in Greenpoint, built a community-centered donut shop for over three decades and died June 30 at 69.
After 35 years of service, Congresswoman @velazquez.house.gov is retiring. We’ve asked candidates running for the NY-7 seat in our June 23rd primary to appeal directly to Greenpoint Voters. First up, @kumar4ny.bsky.social ! Early voting is happening NOW 🗳️💚
When Erica Hill heard New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns speak about how he felt his late mother’s presence during the NBA Finals, it really resonated. So much so it inspired her to host a watch party at her funeral home in Greenpoint.
How Karl-Anthony Towns’ Grief is Helping Knicks Fans
“KAT knows the ones we love never really leave. So do we,” said a Brooklyn memorial space hosting New Yorkers on game day.
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T and many other fine artists are having will be part of an opening at The Greenpoint Gallery at 390 McGuinness Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11222 tonight at 8. (photo by the Greenpoint Gallery). Lots of great art and always a fun time. #brooklynart
check out rick’s charcoals this weekend at Greenpoint Open Studios!
Rick Paulas@rickpaulas.bsky.social · 2mo agoThe Lady in Greenpoint art show, an exhibition of charcoals from the 3-mile walking audio ghost story starting at the Pulaski Bridge, in a bar about an hour into the route (Oak & Iron, 147 Franklin) now up for viewing. Swing through this weekend for Greenpoint Open Studios!
Greenpoint Open Studios is happening next weekend May 30-31. Come check out my studio on the route! greenpointopenstudios.com/artists/mary...
Mary Younkin – 2026 – Greenpoint Open Studios
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I will be participating in Greenpoint Open Studios this weekend. Come say hi! (yes, Greenpoint, Brooklyn) eben.com/gos
gos — alex eben meyer / illustration
illustration portfolio of alex eben meyer
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A rapidly-intensifying battle over a swanky high-rise development proposed for Greenpoint waterfront public land could end up being the first test of a new housing appeals board next month—if the developer can't prove it's offering New Yorkers a good deal.
Fighting for Affordability at Greenpoint's 'Godzilla' Tower
And more news for your Thursday.
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Last reminder (till the next one): Please come to this event celebrating the publication of my book "Elevated Landscapes," this Sunday at 4 p.m. at Record Grouch. Their address is 986 Manhattan Ave. in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. I'll be talking with the brilliant Andrei Codrescu and showing pictures.
I don't believe I took any pics of this event in the basement of WORD in Greenpoint (I believe Robyn Hitchcock, in his polka-dot shirt, was also among the performers at this same event), but I found one of her taken that night, thanks to kjenkinsduffy on Flickr. www.flickr.com/photos/kiesh... #NYC
Every time I enter the Manhattan ave greenpoint McDonald’s I am hit with a wave of nostalgia as if I have been in this place in another life and it feels like a home
My friend @rickpaulas.bsky.social created a walking tour of Prospect Park called Loops (loopsprospectpark.com/what-is-this/) as well as an audio ghost story called The Lady in Greenpoint (www.theladyingreenpoint.com).
What is This?
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Please make time on your busy social calendar for this: a release party/event for my photo book at Record Grouch (Greenpoint) on May 31. I'll be talking with my brilliant friend Andrei Codrescu (writer/poet, filmmaker, NPR commentator) and showing pictures. Absolutely no book purchase necessary.
Ladies, gentlemen — hooligans, of North Brooklyn and beyond In the wake of epic collapses in both Flushing and The Bronx, we offer you a better solution for that hangover of disappointing NYC Sports than your 1-7 Jets or 2-6 Giants can possibly provide this year heygreenpoint.com/category/spo...
🍕 Starting this Friday, Oct 10! To celebrate the burgeoning local pizza scene, we’re dropping a new slice review every Friday. First up: Viva La Pizza!
“Climate change is the greatest threat of our time. If our planet fails, so do we.” The federal budget bill is expected to increase household energy costs by hundreds while cutting sustainability initiatives. ICYMI: A recording of my town hall will be available shortly.
“Knowledge is power, and power is how we fight back. The largest cut to Medicaid in the [federal] budget bill will jeopardize the healthcare coverage of almost 2 million NYers.” Learn more about how we’re fighting back: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcw0... #OBBBA
Senator Gonzalez's Webinar: Federal Budget Cuts: What We Can Do
YouTube video by Senator Kristen Gonzalez
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NY officials tell frustrated Greenpointers that 'acrid' asphalt plant fumes will be reduced https://gothamist.com/news/ny-officials-tell-frustrated-greenpointers-that-acrid-asphalt-plant-fumes-will-be-reduced
NY officials tell frustrated Greenpointers that 'acrid' asphalt plant fumes will be reduced
The Green Asphalt facility, as seen from Newtown Creek. Greenpoint residents expressed their frustrations to state environmental regulators, Green Asphalt and elected officials at a town hall meeting Tuesday. [ more › ]
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