Stoop culture is one of the hallmarks of New York City living. A new Greenpoint festival gives it the spotlight it deserves.

StoopFest is the brainchild of Greenpoint native Melina Iacovou, alongside friends and co-organizers Chris Bullard and Jordanna Ibghy. They hope the “intentionally connective” event can go further in bringing neighbors together—and actually getting them to talk to one another.

“Every activity is designed with that in mind, and every activation is offered by…