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From The New York Shitty Photo Pool, Part II: Rosemary
Filed under: 11101, 11222, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic, Long Island City, Long Island City Queens
Today I was absolutely delighted to noticed that a new person has joined my photo pool! Of the above stunning subject Seaniedawg writes:
This is Rosemary. Born in October of 1919, she moved from Greenpoint, Brooklyn to Long Island City, Queens in 1923 and has resided in the same house ever since. What was once a tree-lined street with 3 bakeries in as many blocks, has now faded into obscurity by the weathering factory buildings of an industrial past, and the high-rise condos of a gentrifying future.
Now in her 91st year, her face is etched with the experiences of a New York City long languished, and I luxuriate in the opportunities I have to hear her stories.
Bitter she may be at times, yet still full of vim and vigor, I see Rosemary’s face as a vestige of generations gone, but not wholly forgotten.
Great shot— and story!
Miss Heather
From The New York Shitty Photo Pool, Part III: Newtown Creek
Filed under: 11101, 11222, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic, Long Island City, Long Island City Queens, Newtown Creek
Taken by Will Star.
Miss Heather
From The New York Shitty Inbox: Sprung
This item comes courtesy of a fellow Greenpointer named Victoria. She writes:
My name is Victoria,
I wanted to give you info on the event that an organization my local Brooklyn friends and I have started. Obviously living in Greenpoint I read your blog, its mine and my co-workers daily local news.
We love any highlight on the event and to invite YOU. Here is a little video we did during the last event : http://vimeo.com/21368247
…below is our press release…
Spring has Sprung! Please join us on MARCH 26th at THE TEXAS FIREHOUSE. This ONE NIGHT ONLY CHARITY EVENT will feature local and global artists and musicians. THE PROJECT COLLECTIVE is a start up Brooklyn based organization that is striving to build stronger communities through arts & music. Art/Office supplies and monetary donations will be collected for HOUR CHILDREN. This LIC based community organization provides supportive services to families and women involved in the criminal justice system. Thank you for your support and we hope to see you there!
Sprung: An Art & Music Happening
Saturday, March 26 2011 starting at 7:00 p.m.
Price of Admission: $5.00 or 5 art and/or office supplies
The Texas Firehouse
36-29 Vernon Boulevard
Long Island City, New York 11101
Thanks for the kind words and heads-up, Victoria. Check it out!
Miss Heather
Queens Slide Show du Jour: D.U.P.A.L.I.C. & Beyond
Filed under: 11101, Abjectecture, Feral Furniture, Long Island, Long Island City, Newtown Creek, Queens, Street Art, Street Furniture
Yesterday was a rather trying one for yours truly. First it was my site crashing at midnight. This made me rather unhappy. Awakening to find it was still down made me unhappier. Realizing however this was due to factors way beyond my control I decided to revisit one of my favorite places…
Polish Paradise located in scenic D.U.P.A.L.I.C. (Down Under the Pulaski At Long Island City). As always, it did not disappoint.
For starters, this is without argument the largest pot hole yours truly has ever laid eyes upon.
And of course there is the extensive array of empty liquor containers to be found at this location. I was particularly impressed with this 1.75 liter bottle of Hennessy. That stuff ain’t cheap! Arguably the most provocative part of my trek came to pass in a rather desolate part of Long Island City. It was there I was somewhat startled to hear someone shout:
Hey lady, why aren’t you in Greenpoint?
This came courtesy of the inimitable proprietress of Word Books: Christine Onorati. In any case (and without further ado) here are some highlights from my journey. NOTE/SPOILER: There’s some pretty neat street art at the end. Enjoy!
You can view the above slide show in larger format by clicking here.
Miss Heather
The Word On Street: A 44 Road PSA
Filed under: 11101, Long Island City, Long Island City Queens, Street Art, The Word On The Street
Taken March 20, 2011.
Miss Heather
New York Shitty Day Ender: P.S. 1
Filed under: 11222, Culture War, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic, Long Island City, Long Island City Queens
From McCarren Park.
Miss Heather
New York Shitty Day Ender: A Stroll In Queens
Filed under: 11101, 11104, 11222, 11377, Blissville, Blissville Queens, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic, Laurel Hill, Laurel Hill Queens, Long Island City, Long Island City Queens, Sunnyside, Sunnyside Queens, Woodside, Woodside Queens
As promised, here are some highlights from yesterday’s sojourn around Queens. Before we proceed I’d like to tender a few thoughts/teasers:
- I stumbled upon not one but two clownmobiles. Slap happy after four hours of walking I have fun with the owners of one of them.
- Just as in the fine borough of Kings if a patch of drying cement is left unattended in Queens someone will draw penis on it.
- After finding another “adult film” discarded by the railroad tracks on Skillman Avenue yours truly has decided to start a “found porn” map. Is anyone with me on this?
Without further ado, here it is. Enjoy!
You can view this slide show in larger format by clicking here.
Miss Heather
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