Ridgewood is in the midst of a boom, but it's most definitely not "the next Bushwick"

… since launching Ridgewood Social back in 2013 Its a way for me to explore the neighborhood and meet people she tells … residents … Where are the best deals in the neighborhood in terms of real estate What about in terms of … for fancier and overpriced apartments that no one currently living in the neighborhood could afford It is heartbreaking …

By Virginia K. Smith |May 25, 2016 - 1:30PM
Long Island City is a haven for families and "BYOF" bars

… beyond that iconic Pepsi sign its waterfront full of glassy towers and well that its in Queens LICtalk blogger Andrew … neighborhood tells us I actually bought a place about 18 months ago  which means  Im here for the long run We caught … moving in … LIC is all about convenience and perfect for parents and young families Whether they be newborns toddlers …

By Virginia K. Smith |January 28, 2016 - 11:59AM
The Bed-Stuy Blog: Why the neighborhood needs better bagels, but will never be "the next Williamsburg"

… One of the best ways to get a feel for a place is by reading a neighborhoods blog In our  Confessions of aan amazing community here and it felt natural that there should be a onestop shop for local news eventswhatever … calling out these ugly new developments Im calling those installments Bed Stugly and I have a huge backlog of photos …

By Virginia K. Smith |April 21, 2015 - 11:59AM
Bushwick Daily: locals love free beer and cheap tacos, but don't call them "settlers"

… One of the best ways to get a feel for a place is by reading a neighborhoods … our  Confessions of a Neighborhood Blogger  series we spoke to the writers who chronicle the controversies … what does it really cost and what do you get 12 of the best NYC neighborhoods for recent college grads 2014 edition The …

By Virginia K. Smith |December 29, 2014 - 9:59AM