Comments on: Brownstoner’s Brooklyn Flea Winter Coming to Dumbo

By: Dumbo brooklyn | TotemicMusic

Dumbo brooklyn | TotemicMusic — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 21:59:43 +0000

[...] Dumbo NYC, Brooklyn » Archive » Brownstoner’s Brooklyn FleaBrownstoner’s Brooklyn Flea will be setting up in Dumbo at 76 Front Street (photo above, in the 70 Washington Street building) between January 10 – March 29, 2009 each Saturday and Sunday between 11am and 6pm. According to a Gothamist post today, the space is smaller … Notes from the DUMBO, Brooklyn NY neighborhood… [...]

By: Eddie

Eddie — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 16:26:22 +0000

Most of the people that arrive at the Flea Market will pay top Dollar for Cigaretts, Booze, Lottery Tickets and Drugs~ But when they arrive at the Flea Market, then a $20 (bill) becomes Bigggggg Money. (Why) is this?

By: Harry the Hawk

Harry the Hawk — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 05:00:58 +0000

This is a joke, right? We're supposed to be happy that we will now have a flea market with all the crowds, cars, traffic, every damn Saturday and Sunday ALL DAY for the next three months.

What wonderful news for those who eagerly anticipate the "Coney Islandization" of DUMBO.

So much for Walentas caring about the community and only bringing in "certain types" of stores. No chain stores for David, eh? What a class act. Maybe we can just get 1000 local residents to each give Two Trees $20 each weekend just to keep the crowds away.

And while we're on the subject....It is unbelievable to me that anybody who knows anything at all about Two Trees would trust them one iota regarding the Dock Street "middle school" project. What a smoke screen that is!

By: Red Bridge Studio

Red Bridge Studio — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 18:07:02 +0000

As a vendor, I’m looking forward to participating in the Brooklyn Flea in Dumbo 2/21. I make limited and one of a kind personal and home accessories, mostly bags and pillows. I make them right here in Brooklyn where I grew up. So if you’re in the neighborhood stop by and check out some new handmade items.

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Mon, 12 Jan 2009 11:52:17 +0000

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By: Anon

Anon — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:51:20 +0000

Yes, OMG, you so right . . . tourists come to NYC to buy furniture! How did I not see it before. Of course, I was distracted by all the Manhattanites hauling their new bedroom set on the BB pedestrian walkway.

By: stop biting my handle...

stop biting my handle... — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 20:18:32 +0000

@Jason:

I don’t get it, are you trying to be ironic?

If I can navigate through the tourists, I’ll meet you at Starbucks, or West Elm to discuss.

By: Jason

Jason — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 18:48:40 +0000

Right – because with a single subway line serving it Dumbo is EVER going to have the foot traffic of alphabet city, let alone Times Square. Big lame corporate superstores thrive on throngs of empty-headed tourists, not Brooklynites.

Disney is not coming! Fear not!

By: stop biting my handle...

stop biting my handle... — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 17:11:02 +0000

@Jason:

And for you, I present: times square.

It’s dreamy!

By: DOT

DOT — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 15:20:49 +0000

To the above poster: Actually, if you knew anything about Brownstoners Flea you’d know that its not just your typical flea market. There’s a variety of vendors… think union square market/street fair as opposed to basic garage sale. There are vintage/antique vendors mixed in with new creative finds. Don’t knock it until you try it.

Despite the negativity from a few posters who take their lives way too seriously, I think most people in the neighborhood will appreciate the new market. Great way to fill the space until a permanent business comes along. Looking forward to it.

By: flea markets suck

flea markets suck — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 02:27:10 +0000

Flea markets suck. They usually sell worthless junk or a whole assortment of bongs and pipes. If I want to buy someone’s dirty hand me downs the flea market is the way to go. I’d much rather see another pet store, furniture store or clothing store there.

By: Baffled

Baffled — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 01:00:57 +0000

Come on guys, it’s a flea market….Relax and enjoy it. Christ alive.
Every great ‘hood in Manhattan and Brooklyn has them.

This is just temporary (For the winter)

Grow up and quit whining like little babies.

By: VH

VH — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 20:33:58 +0000

I like what ‘newgirl’ has to say! In fact, if you could do that in a fairy-type costume, while throwing pixie dust, now that would be grand! :)
And that’s what DUMBO needs.

By: Jason

Jason — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 20:05:38 +0000

As someone who took a chance on Dumbo with his business, I can say any new business in Dumbo is good news. For those who dream of the halcyon days of vacant storefronts, crime, and isolation I present you with Arverne, Queens. Totally desolate. Miles of expansive waterfront. Crime everywhere you turn. It’s dreamy!

Would I love Bobby Flay to open a restaurant in that space instead? Sure. Is a Flea Market better than a vacancy though? Absolutely.

By: newgirl

newgirl — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 17:43:10 +0000

Well, instead of complaining, I’m going to spread some joy and positive energy and announce that I am happy and excited that the Flea is coming to Dumbo. It’s going to be fun.