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Stench of Corpse Flower Draws Crowds … to NYBG

Stench of Corpse Flower Draws Crowds … to NYBG

STENCH OF “CORPSE FLOWER” DRAWS CROWDS TO NYBG By David Greene Thousands of flower and plant enthusiasts paid a visit this past weekend to the New York Botanical Gardens as kick-off to the unusual Corpse flower 24-hour blooming event at […]

Public Art Exhibition at Starlight Park

Public Art Exhibition at Starlight Park

The exhibit, which will be on view June 30, 2018 through June 30, 2019, consists of eight commissioned sculptures by 15 artists informed by the 1918 Bronx International Exposition of Science, Arts and Industries, which took place on this same site 100 years ago.

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Trump Proclaims June as National Caribbean-American Heritage Month

President Donald J. Trump Proclaims June as National Caribbean-American Heritage Month On May 31, 2018, President Donald J. Trump issued a Proclamation designating June 2018 as National Caribbean-American Heritage Month. Throughout the month, Caribbean Americans and friends of the Caribbean are encouraged to […]

Outdoors for Autism, June 2

Outdoors for Autism, June 2

You bring a blanket, we’ll bring the fun! INCLUDEnyc invites you to our second annual Outdoors for Autism. Join us, as well as some of our amazing partners —including KEEN New York, Bronx Museum of the Arts, Extreme Kids and […]

Bronx Annual Dominican Heritage Celebration 2018

Bronx Annual Dominican Heritage Celebration 2018

Bronx Annual Dominican Heritage Celebration 2018, May 29, 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Bronx County Bldg, 851 Grand Concourse. RSVP ssanabria@bronxbp.nyc.gov.

Where The Pols Are, May 21

Where The Pols Are, May 21

CM Vanessa Gibson calls on the de Blasio Administration to build more affordable senior citizen housing on vacant NYCHA land.

Bronx Terminal Market. Credit: Chun Lai Photography

Spring Into Fitness at Bronx Terminal Market

  “SPRING INTO FITNESS” AT BRONX TERMINAL MARKET A FREE HEALTH AND WELLNESS EVENT SERIES THURSDAYS IN MAY! May is Wellness Month in the Bronx! Bronx Terminal Market is celebrating with the introduction of a new health and wellness experience, […]

Center for Media and Peace Initiatives

Media and Diaspora Strategies: Sub Saharan Africa, May 18

Is it worth it to engage journalists to expand democratic participation? Join the conversation on the participation of journalists in democratic expansion in Sub Saharan Africa with guest speaker, Dr. Michael Onolomemen. Sponsored by the Center for Media and Peace […]

Bronx Week Concert 2018, May 20

Bronx Week Concert 2018, May 20

Bronx Week 2018 Concert – The Bronx is flourishing with an amazing diversity of talent. We want to continue this growth by encouraging everyone to come out and empower those taking center stage, showcasing their talents. The concert features Coro, […]

PARADE, FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL, AND CONCERT — Sunday, May 20

PARADE, FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL, AND CONCERT — Sunday, May 20

PARADE, FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL & CONCERT – Sunday May 20 The Parade – Bronx Pride is on display as celebrities, marching bands community organizations, schools, sports teams and civic groups march along Mosholu Parkway, highlighting the best of the […]

Breaking the Fast Together: Ramadan Iftar Dinner, May 31

Breaking the Fast Together: Ramadan Iftar Dinner, May 31

Sen. Klein Hosts Annual Education Leadership Breakfast, 5/16

Sen. Klein Hosts Annual Education Leadership Breakfast, 5/16

Senator Jeff Klein held his Annual Education Leadership Breakfast, which honors public, private and Catholic school parent leaders throughout the 34th District in the Bronx and Westchester County. The event was co-hosted by community partner, Healthfirst. The program included a breakfast […]

Ramadan is Near and Iftar is Almost Here! Elected Officials Share Greetings

Ramadan is Near and Iftar is Almost Here! Elected Officials Share Greetings

  Sen. Leroy Comrie (District 14/Queens) wished his friends, neighbors, and fellow New Yorkers who will begin celebrating Ramadan Tuesday night peace and blessing as they enter this holy, month-long holiday of fasting and prayer. “Ramadan is a special time during […]

First Lady Chirlane McCray delivers a Call to Action at the second annual Cities Thrive Conference. Credit: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office.

NYC First Lady Chirlane McCray Speaks at Yankasa Masjid for Mental Health and Addiction Awareness Weekend

In an unprecedented appearance, First Lady Chirlane McCray will address the congregation at St. Patrick’s Cathedral this weekend as part of #ThriveTogether: A Weekend for Mental Health, a nationwide outreach effort by over 2,000 faith and community groups in all […]

(l-r) Dr. Cary Goodman, 161st Street BID’s executive director; Council Speaker Mark-Viverito; and Mike Rendino, Stan’s Sports Bar owner, in front of the Derek Jeter mural. Photo courtesy 161st St BID

161st Street BID Businesses Honored by the NY Yankees

On Tuesday, three members of the 161st Street BID community were honored at Yankee Stadium by the 44th precinct for their contributions to the district. George Manesis of Billy’s Sports Bar, Mike Hyatt, producer of BID street fairs, and Starbucks […]