Nature and Art at the New York Botanical Garden Just last year The Bronx celebrated its centennial, and what a centennial it has been! The past 100 years The Bronx has gone through many ups and downs, from farms to factories to commercial hubs, housing developments and landmarks until the time of the Great Depression when things began to decline to a point where "The Bronx … [Read more...]
St. Patrick’s Day
Every March we see the overflow of green, not because of spring or the environment, but in decorations and clothing as people go green in celebration of St. Patrick. St. Patrick's Day is celebrated every March 17, on the saint's religious feast day and the anniversary of his death (History.com). The Irish have observed this day as a religious holiday for over 1,000 years. … [Read more...]
The Bronx Moving Forward in 2013
As 2013 is well on its way The Bronx is moving forward with it. The month of January got off to a running start, I was able to attend the First BronxTech Meetup where Bronx techies along with techies from neighboring boroughs brainstormed on a technology vision for The Bronx. The 92Y Tribeca held a panel on How the Youth Can Change Washington where our very own Bronx elected … [Read more...]
National Moms’ Night Out
April showers bring May flowers to celebrate all mothers for the never ending task of nurturing & guiding their children into adulthood. This past Thursday, May 10 here in The Bronx two wonderful groups of devoted mothers came togetherfor the borough's first official National Mom's Night Out. East Bronx Macaroni Kid and Mommy's Mingle joined their mom power to bring … [Read more...]
A World of Orchids!
Growing up I would see my grandmother's garden filled with all kinds of flowers including about a dozen different orchids. Since then these beautiful and delicate looking flowers have been my favorite. The orchids carry different meanings in various cultures, but their beauty and seductiveness is admired across them all. In their annual Orchid Show, The New York Botanical … [Read more...]
Spring Break Staycation
I started my spring break with a visit to the Brooklyn Children's Museum (great place, lots of fun, but wish we had a dedicated Bronx Children's Museum). After a day with Peter Rabbit, drawing face masks and making music with my son I was definitely up for a spa day just for me to kick off my own break (after all spring and new beginnings seem to go hand in hand). So next … [Read more...]
Can Anything Good Come Out of The Bronx? You Bet!!
The Bronx has undergone a great transformation over the years. From being known a the borough that was once burning it is now burning hot, and the best is yet to come. The Bronx continues to be a place as rich in cultural diversity as it is in landscape. Home of three of the largest parks in New York City (Pelham Bay Park, Van Cortlandt Park & Bronx Park) you can enjoy … [Read more...]