A Self-Congratulatory Post

March 22, 2010 ·
Filed under: 11222, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic 

Before I proceed I want to make it known that I am not terribly keen on blogging my achievements. It may sound strange to some of you but I’m a pretty private person. What’s more, I am the classic example of an underachiever, ergo; I do not have much to crow about in the first place. However, in this case I am going to make an exception. If for no other reason because it will serve as a pretext for me to share with you, dear readers, some very exciting news I learned today.

When I received my Greenpoint shirt from Subtexture I was pretty damned excited. So much so I threw it on top of the shirt I was wearing at the time. I wanted to give it a “field test”. As I had suspected a few problems arose:

1. The shirt was too long.

2. I hated the sleeves.
3. While pretty nifty in its own right, this piece of apparel needed some additional fabulousness befitting a real housewife of King’s County.

As I was working at the junk shop I pondered ways to address the aforementioned issues. The sleeves would have to go, I decided. That is easy enough to remedy. I have been altering my clothing for a long time. But what about points #2 and #3? Simply hemming it would not look right. Then inspiration struck. I confided my plan to my co-worker, Laura. She replied:

You are not really going to do that, are you?

You bet your ass I am!

I replied. And this weekend I did.

I am not a patient person. Anyone who knows me well will tell you this. For this reason I want to congratulate myself on this (albeit meager) accomplishment. I would also be remiss if I didn’t mention that quaffing Patron Silver assisted me tremendously with this endeavor. It did. Especially in light of the “help” I received from a few of the Chez Shitty furkids.

See the beads? I’ll give you three guesses where they were when I came back from using the bathroom.

More “help”. Those of you who are not familiar with the manifold joys of pet ownership I am going to share a little known fact: if you have an article of black clothing it is a magnet for any NON-black cats in your household. I do not think I have to explain the reason for this. In closing (and getting back to the real purpose of this post) I would like to share the very special news I hinted at in the beginning of this post. I have been told by the creator of this shirt that they are proving to be big seller with the employees of our beloved Eighth Wonder of the World.

Shit Tit Pride: it’s contagious!

Miss Heather

UPDATE, 4:06 p.m.: I have brought my handiwork to the attention of this shirt’s designer. Here’s what he had to say:

holy shit tits!!! amazing! you’ll be getting orders to do custom work

Coming To Mediterranean Shawarma: Outdoor Dining & More!

March 22, 2010 ·
Filed under: 11222, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic 

Although today’s weather is not really conducive to such niceties, I feel compelled to pass along this choice bit of Greenpoint goodness. Mediterranean Shawarma will soon be offering outdoor seating and, for those so inclined, hookahs!

Mediterranean Shawarma
849 Manhattan Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11222

Miss Heather

Greenpoint Fashion Watch: Pirates Of The Crosstown Local

Never seen a pair of gold leather pantaloons before? Well, now you have.

Miss Heather

P.S.: The front of this get-up was quite impressive. Unfortunately I was too preoccupied with WTF factor to have the presence of mind to shoot it. Let’s just say I was not prepared to see this at 1:30 on a drizzly, dreary Monday afternoon. Next time I’ll be ready.

Quicklink: Greenpointers & Williamsburgers For Google Fiber Optic

This item comes courtesy of the Mister. He requested that I post it. This is something I will gladly do given how piss poor the information super highway is hereabouts. Quite frankly I find it appalling given the number of people (myself included) who rely on the Internet for their livelihood. For more information about our community’s bid to have Google give us the gift of broadband (and thus usher north Brooklyn into something resembling the 21st Century) click here. ASAP. The deadline is March 26!

Miss Heather

P.S.: Some of you might be interested to know our Assemblyman, Joe Lentol, is assisting with the application process. What he needs is a show of support from the community. Perhaps you?

LAST GASP: After Dark

March 21, 2010 ·
Filed under: 11222, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic 

From Manhattan Avenue.

Miss Heather

Greenpoint Street Art Du Jour: Annunciation

March 21, 2010 ·
Filed under: 11222, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic, Street Art 

From Franklin Street.

Miss Heather

Greenpoint Photo Du Jour: Sunday Best

March 21, 2010 ·
Filed under: 11222, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic 

From Moultrie Street.

Miss Heather

Coming To 1053 Manhattan Avenue: Eastern District

March 20, 2010 ·
Filed under: 11222, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic 

Those of you who have wondered (as I have) what’s going on at the aforementioned address, I can tell you. Per their liquor license application this space is slated to be a grocery store which will sell beer. That’s all I can dig up. If anyone reading this has the 411 about this establishment do share via comments or email at: missheather (at) thatgreenpointblog (dot) com. Your anonymity (if so desired) is guaranteed!

Miss Heather

From The Greenpoint Grapevine: Shit Tit Soiree

March 20, 2010 ·
Filed under: 11222, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic 

The details are scant on this item but being the lover of the Shit Tits that I am I simply cannot resist passing along what I DO know. STAT. The date for the official opening of the Visitor’s Center at our beloved Waste Treatment Facility has been set: April 24, 2010 at 10:00 a.m.

Visitor’s Center Grand Opening
April 24, 2010; 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Newtown Creek Waste Treatment Facility
340 Greenpoint Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11222

The rumor is our fair Mayor might— just might— attend this soiree. Mark your calendars and get your Shit Tit shirts ready fellow Greenpointers. Let’s show our elected officials and technocrats some good ol’ fashioned Garbage Garden Spot pride!

Miss Heather

Greenpoint Video Du Jour: The Lucky Spot

March 20, 2010 ·
Filed under: 11222, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic 

Filmed March 20, 2010.

Miss Heather

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