The weather is warming up and the kids are out of school, summer time is officially here! And nothing says summer time in The Bronx like the numerous concerts and events in our wonderful New York City Parks. SummerStage, New York City's largest free performing arts festival will kick off a two-week series in the Bronx on July 5th with salsa singer George Lamond, and DJ … [Read more...]
A Romantic Valentine’s Day in The Bronx
Valentine's Day is associated with big displays of affection that are supposed to give you warm and fuzzy feelings inside, however with this freezing weather your outsides are less than warm and fuzzy. Nevertheless this Sunday is Valentine's Day; and while dating adds are flooding tv commercials and last minute gift ideas are filling your inboxes, by now you must have decided … [Read more...]
More than Baseball: Hard Rock Cafe at Yankee Stadium
Hard Rock Cafe at Yankee Stadium gives you an opportunity to enjoy more than baseball. I had the opportunity to spend an evening with some Bronx Bloggers getting to know a little more about Hard Rock Cafe at Yankee Stadium. I must admit I had to think very hard as to where the entrance to the Hard Rock Cafe was at Yankee Stadium, after all when I go to a game there's a sea of … [Read more...]
Fall Into Autumn in The Bronx
Enjoying the Fall Foliage and Other Events in The Bronx Whether you like to call it Autumn or Fall, The Bronx offers a variety of ways to enjoy this colorful seasonal transition. From musical trolleys and cemetery walks to pumpkin carvings and family races, you will not miss a chance to catch the colorful leaves of autumn here in The Bronx. Having vast parks gives … [Read more...]
Bronx People to Follow on Twitter
20 Bronx Tweet Peeps to Follow On this follow Friday #FF I just want to share with you some of the awesome Bronx twitter friends to follow in order to stay on top of what's hot in The Bronx. Whether you look for local events, serious activism, weather information, or simple comic relief there is a twitter friend to add value to your Bronx lifestyle. Effective tweeting is … [Read more...]
Bronx Coffee Spots
Places to get a good cup o’ joe in The Bronx Living in a diverse place such as The Bronx offers a cultural mix where one should be able to find almost anything in every way, particularly when it comes to food and drinks. Coffee is one of those things that are associated with comfort. Just think of those commercials where a son comes home from a long absence and wakes the … [Read more...]
Bronx Holiday Traditions: The NYBG Holiday Train Show
I love holidays, to me they are special occasions where you get to do/see/hear/eat things you wouldn’t normally do throughout the year; my favorite holiday is Christmas. When I was young the Christmas season was kicked off with Thanksgiving. My grandmother would do a complete house makeover, changing curtains and beddings and bringing out seasonal decorations that would go … [Read more...]
Theater and Dinner Night-Out in the Bronx
If you are looking to enjoy a play and dinner, no need to go as far as Manhattan. There is one right here for you in City Island. The City Island Theater Group is presenting Barefoot in the Park, a play by Neil Simon. It's a comedy/ double love-story with morals. The play is suitable for everyone. It makes a wonderful night out for a couple of all age or a mother and … [Read more...]
Halloween in The Bronx
For many kids Halloween is the time of the year to dress up in their favorite costumes and feast on candy. The Bronx has many family friendly events that will be fun for everyone. Before I list some of the fun things happening until the 31st of October here are some Safety Tips for Halloween from the New York Police Department: An adult should always examine Halloween … [Read more...]