New Women New Yorkers

Author: ariellekandel

Portraits & interviews

Covid-19 in NYC: our community shares stories of quarantine and self-isolation. Today, meet Montserrat, from Chile

The Covid-19 pandemic is dramatically reshaping life in New York. Beyond the headlines, members of our community share their first-person accounts on how they are navigating the outbreak Written by Maria Pyaterneva How are you dealing with quarantine itself? What are your feelings and fears?I am following up on all the same recommendations that everyone should. Some of them are: stay home as much as possible, don’t bring your hands to your face, wash your hands for at least 30...

Portraits & interviews

NWNY Update on Covid-2019

We started to hold our programs remotely and we are as committed as ever to continue building a supportive community. We also invite you to stay connected online — please keep an eye on our social media and our blog for more updates In response to the situation regarding the novel coronavirus (COVID-2019) and so as to ensure the health and safety of our community, we regret to inform you that we have decided to suspend all in-person programs offered...

Portraits & interviews

An exhibit displays the striking faces of immigrants beyond the impersonal crowds of strangers

Written by Irene Archos Carol Crawford’s “Dreamscapes,” on view at Plaxall Gallery in Long Island City, is riveting for the viewer. Upon entering the exhibit space, one is briefly disoriented by the mirror fence. Faced with one’s reflection between bars, the viewer does a double take: am I on the inside or the outside of the wall, the cage, the threshold? The exhibit starts with a disorienting experience to evoke the liminal space of ambiguity that many immigrants, refugees and...

Culture & events

Ideas to celebrate Valentine’s Day

Members of NWNY community share their plans for the date – and how it is celebrated in their native countries Written by Maria Pyaterneva There are many legends about the origins of Valentine’s Day. But  we can all agree that this holiday is the most romantic day of the year.  Even if you are not celebrating, it’s hard to avoid the “Love is in the air” vibe. Hearts are everywhere, and the city gets colored in shades of pink and...