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🌿 A hidden gem in Greenpoint, 1 Java development updates, and a Dominican vegan restaurant coming to the area

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The Greenpoint Minute Team
June 18, 2024

Rise and shine, North Brooklyn!

We’ve curated a set of three news stories, some interesting events, and photos we love to help get you through the week.

As always, readable in under 5 minutes.

An expertly curated basement bookstore

High Valley Books & owner Bill Hall offer vintage shoppers a unique experience in Greenpoint.

What’s going on: High Valley Books, a hidden basement bookstore in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, offers an eclectic collection of over 50,000 vintage books and magazines. Run by Bill Hall since the 1990s, this unique shop is known for its intimate, appointment-only visits where vintage treasure hunters can explore various genres, including fashion, design, photography, amongst others. Bill is also available to help guide you through your search. Make an appointment through calling the store’s phone number (347-889-6346) or by DM’ing their instagram.

Why it’s important: Visiting High Valley Books in Greenpoint, Brooklyn is a must for any book lover or vintage enthusiast - offering a unique shopping and browsing experience. The charming, curated living room setup adds to the cozy and inspiring atmosphere, making it a paradise for those who love the hunt for one of a kind pieces.

To help pay the bills.

Official ODESZA Finale Kickoff

Stop by Brooklyn Bowl this Wednesday, June 19 to enjoy a TBA lineup specially curated by ODESZA! While ODESZA will not be performing, the artists will surely impress. Click the photo below to get your ticket.

Photo courtesy of Brooklyn Bowl

Jobs Postings for Greenpoint and Williamsburg

Local businesses need your skills.

New renderings for waterfront towers

Designs unveiled for the buildings at 1 Java.

Photo courtesy of Marvel Designs and New York Yimby

What’s going on: New renderings for 1 Java Street in Greenpoint, Brooklyn reveal an ambitious two-tower residential complex designed by Marvel Designs. Built by Lendlease and Aware Super, the development will feature 834 rental units, 30% of which are tagged as affordable housing. The taller tower will rise 37 stories, and the project will include retail spaces (13k square feet) and a scenic esplanade (18k square feet) along the East River.

Why it’s important: 1 Java Street will continue the long effort to re-zone and develop the Greenpoint waterfront in accordance with the Waterfront Alliance’s Waterfront Edge Guidelines (WEDG), which are intended to ensure resilient, ecological, and accessible waterfront development. Significant sustainability elements have also been included in the buildings construction.

Midweek events and happenings

Why push all the fun to the weekend?

Le Mone Summer Solstice Party @ Duke’s Liquor Box

Date: Tuesday (6/18)
Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Duke’s Liquor Box, Greenpoint
Description: Le Mone is bringing a backyard pool party to Greenpoint to celebrate the Summar Solstice! Come to Duke’s Liquor box to enjoy free Le Mone spritzes and Ceviches.

Juneteenth @ Sauced

Date: Wednesday (6/19)
Time: 5:00pm - close
Location: Sauced East Village, Manhattan
Description: Afro-Caribbean Chef Jazmin Johnson will be drumming up a unique menu filled with specialties from the diaspora at Sauced’s Manhattan location.

Return to the Motherland Closing Reception @ Brooklyn Art Studios

Date: Wednesday (6/19)
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Yashar Gallery, Greenpoint
Description: Stop by Yashar Gallery for the closing reception of the "Return to Motherland" exhibit. This exhibition features the vibrant and evocative works of mixed-media artists Carla E. Reyes and Jill Danenberg, who explore the themes of motherhood through different stages of life. Experience their unique perspectives on the maternal journey from childbirth to later life.

Therapeutic Art Experience @ Radio Star Cafe

Date: Wednesday (6/19)
Time: 7:00pm
Location: Radio Star Cafe, Greenpoint
Description: A therapeutic art experience and meditation led by art psychotherapist and textile artist Molly G. Simmons Brusick. Learn more and register at the link below.

Haus Comedy @ McCarren Park House

Date: Wednesday (6/19)
Time: 8:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: McCarren Park House, Greenpoint
Description: Come to McCarren Park house for a free comedy show from 8:00pm - 10:30pm. More info below.

Suminagashi: Meditative Marbling @ McCarren Park House

Date: Wednesday (6/19)
Time: 8:00pm
Location: McCarren Park House, Greenpoint
Description: Discover the ancient Japanese art of Suminagashi marbling in a meditative setting. Tickets start at ~$65 - learn more below.

Summer Solstice Celebration and Meditation @ McCarren Park House

Date: Thursday (6/20)
Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Location: McCarren Park House, Greenpoint
Description: Join integrative therapist Alana Durand, LMSW, for a guided meditation, intention setting, and reflective discussion. Buy your ~$28 tickets at the link below.

Next Stop Vegan, next stop Greenpoint

A new opening cooking up plant-based Dominican cuisine.

What’s going on: Next Stop Vegan, a plant-based restaurant with a Dominican twist, is opening a new location in Greenpoint, Brooklyn in mid-July. Founded by Blenlly Mena and Javier Saba, the restaurant offers a variety of vegan dishes inspired by Mena's Dominican heritage, including burritos, empanadas, and sandwiches. Unlike the Brooklyn Heights location, Next Stop Vegan’s Greenpoint outpost will feature a large backyard for shaded outdoor dining.

Why it’s important: This new Next Stop Vegan location brings a diverse, plant-based dining option to Greenpoint that showcases Dominican and other Latin American flavors.

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