Category: Culture & events
Written by Arielle Kandel Check our round-up of some of the exciting events this month showcasing the richness and diversity of New York City’s neighborhoods and immigrant communities – enjoy music, dance performances, street fairs and festivals, panel discussions, and more! Click on the events’ links for full details, and put these dates on your calendar. July 3-6, 10am-9pm: International African Arts Festival, Commodore Barry Park (Fort Greene, Brooklyn), free – don’t miss this joyful summer fair featuring...
Written by Rachel and Arielle Kandel Earlier this month, on June 8, New York City witnessed two joyful cultural celebrations: the National Puerto Rican Day Parade, an annual celebration of Puerto Rican identity; and the Egg Rolls and Egg Creams Festival, honoring the shared histories of Chinatown and the Lower East Side, and of the long-time Chinese and Jewish residents of the two neighborhoods. Both festivities reflect fascinating immigration flows and community settlement patterns that have taken place in...
Written by Arielle Kandel Religious and ethnic parades, festivals, street fairs, and other events happen all year round across the five boroughs of New York City, and present joyous opportunities for residents to celebrate their identity and heritage, strengthen community bonds, and share their culture with others. Earlier this month, two of NYC’s communities celebrated an important holiday at the very same time. One of these holidays, you may have guessed, was the Cinco de Mayo, celebrated every year...
