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From The New York Shitty Inbox: Wish Fulfillment
Many of you recall that Socrates Diner closed its doors several months ago. There has been much speculation as to why this came to pass. Truth be told I am just as in the dark as you are. However, I can state with 100% certainly what is going to take its place. Brace yourself for some very good news!
Jay writes:
From the sign in the window it looks like Socrates restaurant will soon become Bombay Garden. Glad to see an Indian restaurant but sorry to goodbye to the ol’ Greek place.
Yours truly (who has wanted an Indian restaurant in Greenpoint for some time) had to see this with her own eyes. To this end I headed to 651 Manhattan Avenue without delay. Sure enough, he was right.
What’s more, when I walked by they were busy at work!
Bombay Garden
651 Manhattan Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11222
I have no idea when Bombay Palace will opens its doors. However, I did get an E.T.A. for another restaurant-to-be in the Garden Spot.
Per a worker, Vamos al Tequila* will be opening in roughly three weeks!
Vamos al Tequila
Opening Date: ~May 1, 2010 (Perhaps in time for Cinco De Mayo?!?)
162 Franklin Street
Brooklyn, New York 11222
Miss Heather
*Which, as I reported two weeks ago, is rumored to be the brainchild of the folks behind 7A.
From The New York Shitty Photo Pool: Half-mast
This photo was taken by Greenpointless and is dedicated to our friends in Poland.
Miss Heather
THIS WEEKEND: Spring Fever
This item comes courtesy of the folks at Gallery 106 who write in their press release:
Spring is the season of rejuvenation. Urges repressed through the long winter months roar to the surface, adding vigor and passion to otherwise ordinary lives. Spring sees bulky winter coats replaced with skirts and sleeveless shirts, handshakes replaced with kisses, and S.A.D. replaced by L’amour Fou. This show is a celebration of new found optimism, invigoration, and desire.
Spring Fever
April 11, 2010 – May 9, 2010
Opening Reception: Sunday, April 11 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Gallery Hours: Sundays 1:00 -6:00 p.m.
106 Green Street (located next to the Versailles of the Garden Spot: The Viridian)
Brooklyn, New York 11222
For more information about this event or Gallery 106 in general I strongly recommend you check out their (rather spiffy) web site.
Miss Heather
From The New York Shitty Inbox: A Dispatch From The Viridian
Filed under: 11222, Dog Shit Signage, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic
Yesterday, dear readers, a very special item arrived in yours trulys inbox: an email from a person who lives in none other than the Viridian! I always thought the outside was pretty damned bad. If the following is any indication, the interior isn’t any better.
Anonymous writes:
This blog post writes itself… This is the sign on the ‘tranquility pool’ thing that became a garden. And this sign showed up a few days after they finished with the garden.
Maybe it should’ve started with ‘Listen up you nasty ingrates.’
(nothing else needs to be said)
Miss Heather
From The New York Shitty Inbox: Gunfire On India Street?
Filed under: 11222, Criminal Activity, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic
C writes (on April 9 at 12:07 a.m.):
hey miss heather,
sad that this is my first instinct when this happens, but someone fired a gun (from the stoop of my building, as far as i can tell, regretting that first floor apartment now) on india between franklin and manhattan, maybe half hour, 40 min ago. actually an admirably rapid response from both uniformed and plainclothes cops, though i imagine following the whole quaalude thing they’re out in greater numbers.
the boyfriend and i heard arguing on our stoop, as i went to get my glasses heard lots of “you’re drunk, calm down” followed by “NO GUNS NO KNIVES MAN! NO GUNS, HANDS UP”. as my ass was already on the way to the floor around that time and when the guy fired, i didn’t see what happened, but saw lights and heard cops within about 2 minutes. they ran towards manhattan ave and a few min later led a guy back in cuffs. they’re still hanging around talking to folks.
so, yeah, yikes. looking forward to hearing what in holy hell this was all about.
You and me both. I can only hope the peeps at 200 Franklin Street enjoyed their box seats for this shit show. Yeesh.
Miss Heather
LAST GASP: The 94th Precinct On Yelp
Filed under: 11211, 11222, Criminal Activity, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic, Williamsburg, Williamsburg Brooklyn
I suppose this is common knowledge to some of you but it is news to me. The 94th Precinct has its very own Yelp page. And, well, it is something. Here’s the first review:
I got my first ticket in New York!!!
I.Am.Dangerous.
Wait- I wanna try that again.
I.Am.MOTHERFUCKIN’.Dangerous
My run in with New York’s finest (hee hee hee) went something like this:
Brooks Brother Sweater Wearing Ring Leader: “Lets check out the view of Manhattan from that waterfront”
Me: “Um OK”
Brooks Brother Sweater Wearing Ring Leader: “Lets go on the other side of the BARB WIRE TOPPED (sic) fence”
Me: “Umm Ok”
Brooks Brother Sweater Wearing Ring Leader: “Lets go sit on that PRECARIOUSLY BALANCED DISGUSTING LOOKING (sic) log”
Me: “No way. I am far too cute to go any further and risk stepping on a hypodermic needle or falling into that skanky ‘waterfront’ or… SHIT its the Po-Po. I’m gonna be pissed if I get a ticket or a fine. Oh sure, you don’t have anything to worry about, but its hard out here for a sista’.
(Three cops roll up in a cruiser and get out)
Cop #1: “Are you aware that you are trespassing?” blah,blah,blah
Cop #2: “Do you have identification?”
Me: “Are you kidding me? Are you really gonna give us tickets?”
Cop #1: “Thinkin’ about it”
Me: “I guess I better cut back on the attitude then”
Cop #2: (a smile and a nod)
IGOTATICKETFORTRESSPASSING!!! But, the Police were efficient and very nice. (And Cop #2 informed me that the ticket would probably be thrown out AND he apologized AND encouraged my picture taking of the absent “No Trespassing Zone” sign)
I want to bake those boys cookies.I got my first ticket in New York!!!
I.Am.Dangerous.
Wait- I wanna try that again.
I.Am.MOTHERFUCKIN’.Dangerous
My run in with New York’s finest (hee hee hee) went something like this:
Brooks Brother Sweater Wearing Ring Leader: “Lets check out the view of Manhattan from that waterfront”
Me: “Um OK”
Brooks Brother Sweater Wearing Ring Leader: “Lets go on the other side of the BARB WIRE TOPPED (sic) fence”
Me: “Umm Ok”
Brooks Brother Sweater Wearing Ring Leader: “Lets go sit on that PRECARIOUSLY BALANCED DISGUSTING LOOKING (sic) log”
Me: “No way. I am far too cute to go any further and risk stepping on a hypodermic needle or falling into that skanky ‘waterfront’ or… SHIT its the Po-Po. I’m gonna be pissed if I get a ticket or a fine. Oh sure, you don’t have anything to worry about, but its hard out here for a sista’.
(Three cops roll up in a cruiser and get out)
Cop #1: “Are you aware that you are trespassing?” blah,blah,blah
Cop #2: “Do you have identification?”
Me: “Are you kidding me? Are you really gonna give us tickets?”
Cop #1: “Thinkin’ about it”
Me: “I guess I better cut back on the attitude then”
Cop #2: (a smile and a nod)
IGOTATICKETFORTRESSPASSING!!! But, the Police were efficient and very nice. (And Cop #2 informed me that the ticket would probably be thrown out AND he apologized AND encouraged my picture taking of the absent “No Trespassing Zone” sign)
I want to bake those boys cookies.
Trust me: it gets even better from there. Be sure to read the second item where a disgruntled citizen calls Denis Leary a “Stupid Boston Jerk” because (among other things) he won’t come out of his trailer and sign autographs. I am not making this shit up. This is North Brooklyn at its very finest, folks. Reading is believing.
Miss Heather
P.S.: For the love of god Mr. Leary give Gary L. your autograph already! Shit, give him his own damned television show!
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This one almost slipped through the cracks (hey, I’ve had a very busy week!). ALMOST. Tonight Yashar Gallery will be hosting an art opening right here in the Garden Spot until 9:00 p.m. Check it out!
The Royal Art of Christina Dallas
April 8, 2010 – April 28, 2010
Yashar Gallery
276 Greenpoint Avenue, Building 8; Ground Floor
Brooklyn, New York 11222
Miss Heather
Spotted On Norman Avenue: Cop Piece
I have noticed activity at the cool old storefront at 94 Norman Avenue of late. Today after work I decided to swing by again and see what’s up.
It would appear that starting tomorrow night St John’s Theatre will be hosting four consecutive weekends of “Cop Piece”: a series about “Cops and Coping” with live poetry readings from Edgar Oliver before every show. By all appearances this show appears to be free, however a $10 donation is recommended for beer and wine.
Cop Piece by St. John’s Theatre
April 9, 2010 – May 1, 2010
94 Norman Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11222
Those of you looking for an inexpensive way to while away the upcoming weekend(s)— or are simply curious as to what this space looks like (I certainly am) might want to give this a whirl. If you do, let me know what you think!
Miss Heather
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