Jill Satterfield—Spiritual Radical
This month, I had the opportunity to meet renowned Vajra Yoga and Buddhist meditation teacher Jill Satterfield who recently moved to Williamsburg. We spoke about the yoga scene…
The Dedicated Swimmers of the Met Pool
There’s something about the Metropolitan Pool that attracts swimming talent. Maybe it’s the stunning pool with its skylit gabled ceiling. Or maybe it’s the neighborhood’s creative energy that generates good swimmers….
Judge Rules The City Council Was Not Duped
They want, they want, they want, and last month they got: New York State Supreme Court Judge Eileen A. Rakower dismissed a suit brought by a small group of Williamsburg locals to stop the CPCR project on two basic grounds.
Phil on Fire: WG Making a Difference and more
The freedom to write about anything and the encouragement from the editors at the WG News + Arts has been tremendous. It has helped get important issues into the major local dailies.
Building an Innovative Williamsburg Theater at The Brick
They just wanted a place where they could stage their own works; never did they imagine that just a few short years later, the Brick would play host to a multitude of festivals, award-winning plays, improv theater, and even late night burlesque shows.
4 Sustainable Ways to Make a Difference Now
There are many ways to take advantage of the eco-conscious infrastructure in our community. And leaders of our local green movement are striving to make environmental action social and fun.
Battle of the Bands: The Vanguard wins
The Vanguard, an indie-alt-pop band placed first at The WillGreen Festival, Battle of the Bands.




