New York Shitty Day Ender: Monochromatic On India Street

March 27, 2009 ·
Filed under: Greenpoint Magic 

monchromatic

This lovely specimen hails just west of the Smith – 9th bound entrance of the Crosstown Local at Greenpoint Avenue. Not only is this piece of street furniture very stylish but it also appears to be a sleeper model. Perfect grabbing a “power nap” while waiting for the G train!

Miss Heather

Greenpoint Photo Du Jour: Brussels Express

March 27, 2009 ·
Filed under: Greenpoint Magic 

brusselsexpress

From Manhattan Avenue.

Miss Heather

New York Shitty Day Starter: Fun At The Junk Shop

March 26, 2009 ·
Filed under: Greenpoint Magic 

The following was originally intended to be a “day-ender” on Thursday but due to circumstances beyond my control it has been relegated to “day starter” status Friday. Not that it diminishes the content in any way: it doesn’t.

stevewithsurvivalkit

It all started with this little plastic bag as displayed by my co-worker Steve.

emergencykit

It was an “Emergency Kit”. When this item was brought to the attention of the “Greenpoint Round Table” hilarity ensued.

As did a rather incisive view into the workings of the male mind.

CAVEAT:

  1. There is language in this clip you do NOT want your Human Resources Personnel/humorless cubicle monkeys to hear.
  2. All the featured players, e.g.; George Diaz, Kerry Bomb and I are comedians to one degree or another. Take it in jest. No offense is intended nor should be taken. We make fun of everyone, each other and ourselves, as you will see.

On with the show!

I worked ten years in corporate America before deciding it was not for me. There was something about that environment that never sat well with me. Perhaps it was the structure, hierarchy and artificial sense of geniality? Or was it having more stringent expectations placed upon me, a woman, regarding my personal conduct and appearance versus that of my male colleagues? Probably all of the above.

The previous having been written I am grateful to have been involved in the previous and admittedly vulgar dialog. I cherish above all things honesty. George Diaz was honest— if not politically correct— about his feelings regarding homosexuals and the transgendered. He was also being a comedian. It’s been my personal experience that people such as George are not the ones who propagate hate. It’s the ones who refuse to talk.

OR LISTEN.

Miss Heather

Greenpoint Pay Phone Du Jour: Free Your Mind…

March 26, 2009 ·
Filed under: Greenpoint Magic 

(And Your **** Will Follow)

chewy

From Manhattan Avenue.

Miss Heather

P.S.: Those of you who are interested in doing a little “exploration” in the name of freedom will be pleased to know The Thing still has a fine selection of accessories for infants of all ages.

nappy

Yes, that’s “My Little Pony”.

A New York Shitty Public Service Announcement

March 26, 2009 ·
Filed under: Greenpoint Magic 

There is a pot hole at the intersection of Engert Avenue and Russell Street

pothole

…and it’s a rather sizable one at that.

potholecloseup

Then again, perhaps this isn’t a pot hole? Maybe it is a cryptically marked portal to let the Morlocks out? Who knows? In any event it is probably best avoided. Consider yourselves warned fellow Greenpointers.

Miss Heather

From The New York Shitty Photo Pool: Pleistocene

March 26, 2009 ·
Filed under: Greenpoint Magic 

pleistocineamacinnes

This wonderful image (which hails from our very own Newtown Creek Nature Walk!) is better appreciated in a larger format than the constraints of my humble web site will allow. It comes courtesy of Aonghais McInnes who, I feel compelled to mention, is an absolutely amazing photographer. Do give his Flickr page a look-see. It is well worth the time!

Miss Heather

TODAY: NAG Town Hall Meeting

March 26, 2009 ·
Filed under: Greenpoint Magic, Williamsburg 

nag 3-26-09 meeting

This item was brought to my attention by my buddy over at Brooklyn11211. Among the items to be discussed at this meeting will be their North Brooklyn Story Project which, as it would happen, is still taking volunteers. Why not take some time out of your evening tonight and learn more about what NAG is cooking up for our community?

NAG Town Hall Meeting
March 26, 2009 7:00 p.m.
Swinging Sixties Senior Center
211 Ainslie Street
Brooklyn, New York 11211

I can only hope the “Seedballs” project will be brought to the table. I realize this is sophomoric but I cannot read, much less write, this word without giggling like a school girl. Good times.

Miss Heather

TOMORROW: A Little Bluepoint In Greenpoint

March 25, 2009 ·
Filed under: Greenpoint Magic 

bluepoint

I happened upon this yesterday while walking by The Habitat and (being a fan of fruit and rye beer) feel compelled to pass it along. While you’re quaffing some Bluepoint why not try a little of their award-winning mac and cheese? It’s the food of choice for three out of three “Greenpoint celebrities”!*

Bluepoint Tasting
March 26, 2009 starting 7:00 p.m.
The Habitat
988 Manhattan Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11222

Miss Heather

*An oxymoron if I’ve ever seen one.

Greenpoint Street Furniture Du Jour: Broken

March 25, 2009 ·
Filed under: Greenpoint Magic 

makeoutnotwar

From Humboldt Street.

Miss Heather

Crosstown Local Photo Du Jour: Greenpoint Avenue

March 25, 2009 ·
Filed under: Crosstown Local, Greenpoint Magic 

The Crosstown Local (otherwise known as the G) on any given day has a lot of angry passengers. Sometimes they their frustration by defacing subway posters. In this case the Metropolitan College of New York was the target of their ire.

onboard

Thankfully we also have copy editors.

Miss Heather

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