Garifuna Heritage Celebrated at Bronx Borough Hall

By SÎLE MOLONEY

Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson joined author José Francisco Aviles and The Garifuna Coalition, USA, Inc. for an evening celebrating Garifuna culture, tradition, and music in the Rotunda of Bronx Borough Hall on Thursday, March 7. The colorful celebration included performances of traditional folk dances and songs.

UPDATE Mayor Joins Local Elected Officials to Visit Kingsbridge Underpass

By SÍLE MOLONEY

New York City Mayor Eric Adams joined local Bronx elected officials on Thursday evening, March 14, for a visit to the Kingsbridge underpass, a well-known gathering point for undomiciled individuals and for drug use.

Out & About: Iftar, Easter Egg Hunts, Greek Heritage Month, the Bronx Music Podcast & More!

Neighborhood Notes: Prom Dress & Suit Drive, Yankees Youth Leadership Award, Early Voting & More!

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Neighborhood Notes: Prom Dress & Suit Drive, Yankees Youth Leadership Award, Free Tax Prep & More!

Torres Announces $18,171,279 in Federal Funds for Community Projects

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) announced $18,171,279 in federal funding for community projects across New York’s 15th Congressional District on Thursday, March 21. The funding, which his office said was secured through the Fiscal Year 2024 appropriations process, will support a range of initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure, expanding access to healthcare, and enhancing educational opportunities for constituents.

Bronx Community College’s Gould Memorial Library Wins 2024 Lucy G. Moses Preservation Award

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Gould Memorial Library, located on Bronx Community College campus, is among several New York City buildings to win a 2024 Lucy G. Moses Preservation Award. The Library’s representatives will formally receive the award, bestowed by The New York Landmarks Conservancy, during a ceremony on April 10 at The Plaza Hotel in Manhattan.

Jazz Fellowship Applications Open for Black Women or Black Non-Binary Jazz Musicians at BKCM

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Applications are now open for the next round of the Jazz Leaders Fellowship at The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music (BKCM), a 126-year-old nonprofit dedicated to transforming lives through the educational and therapeutic powers of music. Applications must be submitted by May 15 and the winners will be announced in June.

Neighborhood Notes: SYEP Deadline Extended, HBCU Fair, Small Business Grants & More!

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Neighborhood Notes: SYEP Deadline Extended, HBCU Fair, Small Business Grants & More!

Out & About: Womens History Month, Rock Night ar MindBuilders, Forever Freestyle 16 Hip Hop at Lehman & More!

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Garifuna Heritage Celebrated at Bronx Borough Hall

UPDATE Mayor Joins Local Elected Officials to Visit Kingsbridge Underpass

Out & About: Iftar, Easter Egg Hunts, Greek Heritage Month, the Bronx Music Podcast & More!

Neighborhood Notes: Prom Dress & Suit Drive, Yankees Youth Leadership Award, Early Voting & More!

Torres Announces $18,171,279 in Federal Funds for Community Projects

Bronx Community College’s Gould Memorial Library Wins 2024 Lucy G. Moses Preservation Award

Jazz Fellowship Applications Open for Black Women or Black Non-Binary Jazz Musicians at BKCM

Neighborhood Notes: SYEP Deadline Extended, HBCU Fair, Small Business Grants & More!

Out & About: Womens History Month, Rock Night ar MindBuilders, Forever Freestyle 16 Hip Hop at Lehman & More!