A recent transplant (she used to be in Williamsburg proper) and owner of a handbag company, Shira gives us the skinny on East Williamsburg. How long have you lived here? I’ve lived in East Williamsburg since last October, so a little bit less than a year, but I’ve lived in the Williamsburg area for about [...]
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Family-Friendly South Slope Has A Small Town Feel
A South Slope local, Saredt tells about the cozy benefits of this nabe. Can you describe this neighborhood for folks that have never been here before? From all the neighborhoods in Brooklyn, I would say it’s the most family-oriented. South Slope is sort of like Greenwood Heights, with there being are a few more young [...]
Franklin Avenue: Crown Heights’ Diamond in the Formerly Rough
Can you describe this neighborhood for folks that have never been here before? Multi-cultural, artful, talented. These are the words that come to mind. Creative, energetic, hip, cool, new. How would you describe the types of people that live here? There’s a whole movement of people from everywhere. You meet people from Ohio, Nebraska, California, [...]
Eagle Rock: a cozy place to get your art on
Meagan is the Public Relations Coordinator at the Center for the Arts at Eagle Rock, as well as a long-time Eagle Rock resident. In this interview, Meagan reveals some of her favorite spots and what makes Eagle Rock such an appealing place to live. How long have you lived here? I lived in Eagle Rock [...]
Prospect Heights: Growth, Diversity and Development
A bartender at Branded Saloon and Prospect Heights resident for 8 years, Brendan tells us how this Brooklyn nabe is changing and why it’s still his ideal place to live. Can you describe this neighborhood for folks that have never been here before? I would say it’s not completely gentrified, but I’ve seen a [...]
What’s Happening in One of Austin’s Newest Developing Nabes?
Simon, proprietor of Triangle Spirits, knows all sides of the Triangle State. How long have you been working here? I’ve been working at this store for over a year, and I own this liquor store. I also live in the area. Can you describe the neighborhood for me? It’s affluent and it has a mix [...]
Far-Out Interview with Danna of the Groovy Dog Bakery
Danna, the baker at the Groovy Dog Bakery, has been working in the dog treat business for years. Her store specializes in all natural, wholesome dog treats to keep your pet happy and healthy. She’s embracing the changes coming to Westgate. Can you describe the neighborhood of Westgate for me? It’s a middle class neighborhood, [...]
While the Vibe in Dawson is Changing, A Local Says Much Remains the Same
P.J. has lived in Dawson for over two years. In that time, he has worked in a food cart and played in a rock and roll band at bars in the area. Can you describe the neighborhood? It is about a 25 minute walk to downtown for me, or a couple minute drive, which makes [...]
Is Gentrification Sanding Down Galindo’s Rough Edges?
Having asked to remain anonymous, my interviewee will be known as Rick. Rick works at a local business facility in the Galindo area and his candid answers give a lot of insight into the good and bad sides of Galindo. Two of Rick’s friends, also affiliated with Galindo, chimed in towards the end of the [...]
What Goes On (or Doesn’t) in the Far North Nabe of Gracy Woods?
Val, an employee at the Bevo’s Bookstore across from Austin Community College, has been living in Gracy woods for several years. She tells us about life in her slightly ho-hum nabe where there’s plenty of room for development and change. Can you describe the neighborhood for me? There is not a lot going on [...]
