Community Events

Senator Klein posing with local youth at the Children's Festival.

Senator Jeff Klein Hosts Children’s Festival At Soundview Park

State Senator Jeff Klein hosted a children’s festival as part of his Summertime Symphonies Series at Soundview Park this past Saturday. Local families gathered to enjoy the celebration, beginning with lunch and a variety of arts and crafts activities. The […]

Family Day, Presented by Council Member Vanessa L. Gibson

Family Day, Presented by Council Member Vanessa L. Gibson

Peacemakers Dinner, September 16

Peacemakers Dinner, September 16

Advocacy group Peace December will be hosting their 11th monthly Peacemakers Dinner on September 16th from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m, located at 2000 Westchester Ave. Those interested in attending may contact Executive Director Edna D. Thomas-Granger at 917-470-8074 to […]

The Craft of War Writing Workshop

The Craft of War Writing Workshop

The Morris Park Library will be hosting a two-hour weekly workshop entitled “The Craft of War Writing”, where veterans and the general public alike are invited to explore war narratives from a variety of authors, classic and contemporary, in preparation […]

Nos Quedamos Honors Local Artists

Nos Quedamos Honors Local Artists

On Saturday, August 27  Nos Quedamos/We Stay Inc. and The American Dream Service Center, Inc. will honor four local artists and retiring Congressman Charlie Rangel at their “2016 The Bronx Is Thriving” reception. The artist honorees include Alicia Grullón, Edwin […]

Writers, Learn How to “Zoom in” for Powerful Fiction

Writers, Learn How to “Zoom in” for Powerful Fiction

Writers, Get Ready for Your Close-up! How to “Zoom in” for More Powerful Fiction – with BRIO Winner Maryrose Wood Saturday, August 24, 2-4PM One writing craft issue that sets professional writers apart from beginners is the confident use of […]

Sen. Jeff Klein Hosts “Summer Movies in the Park”

Sen. Jeff Klein Hosts “Summer Movies in the Park”

NYC Suicide Council Anniversary Luncheon, August 19th

NYC Suicide Council Anniversary Luncheon, August 19th

Join New York City’s Suicide Council for their anniversary luncheon celebrating suicide prevention and awareness on Friday, August 19th at Urban Health Plan, Inc. located at 1054 Simpson St. Guests are invited to network and are encouraged to RSVP at […]

The Hero’s Journey: A Model for Great Storytelling with Maryrose Wood

The Hero’s Journey: A Model for Great Storytelling with Maryrose Wood

The Hero’s Journey: A Model for Great Storytelling with Maryrose Wood — September 17 From the poets of ancient Greece to The Hobbit and Harry Potter, great storytellers have used the hero’s journey to create compelling narratives. This introduction to the […]

Join CM Andy KingFor Real Men Wear Pink (Against Breast Cancer), August 18

Join CM Andy KingFor Real Men Wear Pink (Against Breast Cancer), August 18

Wear pink to show your solidarity with breast cancer patients and survivors on August 18.

The Bharati Foundation Invites You To “Backed by a Bag” – August 20th

The Bharati Foundation Invites You To “Backed by a Bag” – August 20th

Open House with Arjun Home Realty, August 13 & 14

Open House with Arjun Home Realty, August 13 & 14

Join Arjun Home Realty Corp. for an open house this weekend showcasing a lovely two-bedroom home located at 2861 Barkley Ave. The house will be open for viewing on Saturday and Sunday, August 13 and 14 respectively, from 1 to […]

Safe Disposal Event on Sunday 

Bronx residents are urged to bring paint and electronics to Fordham University for #SAFEdisposal TOMORROW 10a-4p.

Go for the Gold! Learn To Swim at New Settlement Community Center

Go for the Gold! Learn To Swim at New Settlement Community Center

Swim Registration at New Settlement Community Center                 Register to learn to swim at the beautiful, modern New Settlement Community Center pool. Become a member to gain early registration, Monday, August 15 or […]

Open House with Arjun Home Realty, August 13 & 14

Open House with Arjun Home Realty, August 13 & 14

Join Arjun Home Realty Corp. for an open house this weekend showcasing a lovely two-bedroom home located at 2861 Barkley Ave. The house will be open for viewing on Saturday and Sunday, August 13 and 14 respectively, from 1 to […]