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 New Look for Bronx Civic Crossroads - Wired New York Forum
By that, he means a sports-oriented district centered on the stadium, with a new Metro-North station, a new ferry landing, a hotel and convention center, a high school for sports-industry careers and a Yankee hall of fame.
The new plaza is part of the Transportation Department's planned $35 million reconstruction of the Grand Concourse and 161st Street underpass, to begin next year, that has been financed in part with federal money obtained by Rep. José E. Serrano.
With more space, a bold new image, and an executive director plucked from the downtown art scene, the museum is poised to be a symbol of the borough's revitalization.
www.wirednewyork.com /forum/showthread.php?t=3681   (4261 words)

  
 Exhibition Extention   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
NEW YORK – Between Heaven and Earth and Rootless Algas, multimedia installations by Grimanesa Amorós, will be on view at the Longwood Art Gallery at the Hostos Center for the Arts and Culture from March 29 to June 17, 2006.
There will be an exclusive New York City concert by Susana Baca featuring new work from her upcoming CD, Travesías (Passages), on March 28 at 7:30 PM at the Main Theater at Hostos Community College, located at 450 Grand Concourse (Corner of 149th Street).
It is operated by the Longwood Arts Project, the contemporary art center of the Bronx Council on the Arts and the Hostos Center for the Arts and Culture.
grimanesaamoros.com /news/30.html   (815 words)

  
 Bronx Culture Trolley
The mood is tranquil, the lighting serene, and the clanging of the trolley bell is the perfect complement to the ambiance of this New York gallery scenario.
The Bronx Culture Trolley is a free program of the Bronx Council on the Arts that runs on the first Wednesday of each month (except January) providing Bronxites and tourists alike a fun way to travel via a replica of an early 20th-Century trolley car.
The Bronx Cul-tural Card is an ongoing program designed to connect cardholders to the wide variety of arts and cultural activi-ties in the Bronx while introducing them to restaurants and business establishments that they might have previ-ously overlooked.
www.nycvisit.com /content/index.cfm?pagepkey=1164   (539 words)

  
 Longwood Realtor
Longwood is located at 28°42'7" North, 81°20'42" West (28.702061, -81.345098).
Longwood University was cited recently as one of the nation's best college buys in America's 100 Best College Buys, a national publication that profiles schools that are the highest rated academically but have the lowest annual costs.
One of the premiere botanical gardens in the United States, Longwood Gardens consists of 1,050 acres (4.2 km²) of gardens, woodlands, and meadows in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, in the Brandywine Valley.
www.artistbooking.com /trips/128/longwood-realtor.html   (930 words)

  
 Episcopal Diocese of New York: South Bronx IPC   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
Each year, the parishes in the three Bronx Interparish Councils of the Episcopal Diocese of New York gather together to give thanks for the life and ministry of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Clifton was authorized by the Bishop of New York, the Rt.
Murdock's time that the Bronx began to undergo change; the area where the Parish is located was referred to as the South Bronx and received a nation-wide notoriety as a symbol of urban decay.
www.dioceseny.org /index.cfm?Action=AboutUs.SouthBronxIPC   (2084 words)

  
 U.S. Congressman José E. Serrano, Representing the 16th District of New York
The Bronx's population grew from 200,000 in 1900 to 430,000 in 1910--enough, had the borough been independent, to rank as America's sixth largest city--and 1.2 million in 1930.
While Bronx County still has the third-highest percentage of single mothers in America, and while rates of childhood asthma are among the nation's highest, low-income families in the Bronx are now finding it possible to work their way up.
As with other parts of New York City, one of the main challenges now for the 16th District is improving its commercial sector.
www.house.gov /serrano/district.shtml   (880 words)

  
 THE BRONX MALL Cultural Mosaic - BronxWeek2001
Bronx Week kicks off at the College of Mount St. Vincent, located at 6301 Riverdale Avenue, featuring U.S. Poet Laureate Billy Collins and other top poets and musicians in a day of readings, performances, workshops and seminars.
Also, The Bronx Zoo and The New York Botanical Garden open their doors to the public free of charge, along with other major events at art and cultural institutions.
Toast well-known sons and daughters of The Bronx on the eve of their induction into The Bronx Walk of Fame.
www.bronxmall.com /com/BxWk/BxWeek02.html   (855 words)

  
 Bronx roommates, rooms rent Bronx apartments share. Roommate rentals, roomate, sublets in Bronx
About Us Bronx.metroroommates.com is a Bronx roommate service that advertises Bronx roommates, rooms for rent, sublets, subleases, roomates & apartments to share.
Bronx Roommates, rooms for rent, sublets, roomates & apartments to share have not been screened, verified or evaluated.
Individuals utilizing this roommate service to find Bronx roommates, rooms for rent, sublets, roomates & apartments to share take full responsibility for their actions & understand that the owners of the site take no responsibility for any consequences of using this service.
bronx.metroroommates.com   (134 words)

  
 Bronx, New York NY, borough profile (Bronx County) - hotels, festivals, genealogy, newspapers - ePodunk
New York > All counties > Bronx County > Bronx
Bronx is a borough in Bronx County, one of the five counties of New York City.
The Bronx is the only borough of New York that is part of the mainland; the other four are islands.
www.epodunk.com /cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=282   (1017 words)

  
 Southern Bronx River Watershed Alliance and a New Vision for the South Bronx
The Southern Bronx River Watershed Alliance (SBRWA) is a coalition of four local and three citywide organizations committed to envisioning and realizing a new future of the communities along the southern reaches of the Bronx River.
A highway-dominated planning mentality dating back to the 1950s left the South Bronx fragmented and isolated by a network of highways designed to serve regional and national needs, regardless of the costs they imposed on the low-income communities they passed through.
New York State Department of Transportation’s proposal to expand the Bruckner-Sheridan Interchange
www.southbronxvision.org   (279 words)

  
 Home Page >< The South Bronx Concerned Citizens, Inc. [www.sbccinc.org]
The South Bronx Concerned Citizens, Inc. (SBCC) was founded and organized by Peter Jose Serrano in 1982 and incorporated in 1983.
By 1991, the core members of the group began to find new opportunities and we all went our separate ways.  The South Bronx Concerned Citizens, Inc. was re-organized in 1997 and received its 501C3 tax exempt status in the year 2000.
This mural also represents the hard work and contribution, which the founders of SBCC have provided the South Bronx and the surrounding communities, by showcasing the potential of our neighborhoods when resources are brought in to help revitalize, restore and create affordable housing to low income and middle income families.
www.sbccinc.org   (231 words)

  
 Bronx New York Real Estate Lawyer | Buying Selling Property Attorneys NYC Title Searches Foreclosure Leasing ...
You need an experienced New York real estate attorney who can anticipate the problems you may encounter and help you avoid lost money and time. Contact Bronx, New York, real estate lawyer Phil Napolitano for buying and selling property or any real estate need.
When you hire Bronx, New York real estate lawyer Phil Napolitano, we’ll make sure these details are in order before you purchase a property or we’ll get them in order for you.
Bronx New York real estate lawyer Phil Napolitano provides legal services to business owners in the buying, selling or leasing transactions related to commercial properties, drafting contracts and leases, handling purchases and sales of commercial properties, handling title search and review, and advising on landlord-tenant disputes.
www.realestate-bronx-attorney.com   (753 words)

  
 New York Daily News - Boroughs - $179M for new housing   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
While only 10% of those units will be in the Bronx, the new construction there will soak up nearly half of the money.
Most of the buildings will be in the South Bronx, including a massive rehabilitation project in Mott Haven that will gut eight vacant buildings formerly owned by the city Housing Authority and create 121 affordable apartments.
A few blocks north, a new six-story, 73-unit building is in the works at 1920 Washington Ave., at East Tremont Ave.
www.nydailynews.com /boroughs/story/426966p-360150c.html   (361 words)

  
 Allerton Personal Injury Lawyer- Free Legal Services in The Bronx, NY   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
If you need a lawyer for your New York personal injury, accident, drug and medical device, or environmental lawsuit, go with the hometown advantage.
If you need the help of a New York lawyer, take your first step by filling out this simple form.
If you are not a resident of New York, rest assured that we may still be able to help you.
www.weitzlux.com /legalservices/allerton/thebronx_29232.html   (469 words)

  
 City Lore   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
New York City has much to offer beyond its bright lights, concrete canyons and steel towers.
Actress Cecil Spooner's stock company was the "toast of the Bronx," and its home on Southern Boulevard gained special notoriety in 1913 Spooner and her manager were arrested in front of a packed crowd for producing and starring in an indecent play about white slavery.
Eventually the Tritons moved to Longwood Avenue, where it was bought by the boxer Carlos Ortiz and became the Tropicoro The Spooner Theater became a movie house which operated until the 1970s.
www.citylore.org /pm-bronx.html   (1234 words)

  
 The 1st Annual Bronx Artist Festival
The first festival for the borough of its kind, BX1: Bronx Artist Festival 2005 was a four-day celebration of Bronx artists scheduled from June 1—August 4, 2005, showcasing the talents of former and current recipients of our BRIO (Bronx Recognizes Its Own) Individual Artist Awards.
Funding for BRIO is provided by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs – Greater New York Arts Development Fund.
Additional funding is provided through the Office of the Bronx Borough President Aldolfo Carrion, the Bronx Delegation of the City Council, Councilmember Madeline Provenzano, the New York State Council on the Arts, and BCA members.
www.longwoodarts.org /bx_festival   (267 words)

  
 Bronx Homes for Sale. Real Estate in Bronx, New York
Browse Homes.com for Bronx, New York homes for sale, Bronx NY Real Estate Agents or real estate agents, plus Bronx, NY apartments and houses for rent.
In addition, search new Bronx, NY homes and foreclosures absolutely free.
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www.homes.com /Real_Estate/NY/City/BRONX   (323 words)

  
 Bronx Council on the Arts (BCA)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
New York State Governor-elect Eliot Spitzer has announced that Bill Aguado, Executive Director of the Bronx Council on the Arts has been named to his Arts, Culture and Revitalization Policy Transition Team.
The Bronx Council on the Arts (BCA) invites all eligible Bronx artists, Bronx arts organizations and Bronx Schools to apply to the JPMorgan Chase/BCA Arts Education Grant for 2006-2007 school year.
The Bronx Library Center and the Bronx Council on the Arts (BCA), in their first collaborative effort, present "First Wednesdays at the Bronx Library Center" - A free series of performances, workshops, readings, and demonstrations.
www.bronxarts.org   (635 words)

  
 Good Jobs New York Home
As used herein, 'bonds' are bonds, the interest on which may be exempt from local and/or State and/or Federal income taxes; and the 'City' shall mean The City of New York.
Bronx, New York The financial assistance conferred by the Agency has consisted of and/or will consist of payments in lieu of City real property taxes, exemption from City and State mortgage recording taxes, and exemption from City and State sales and use taxes.
The financial assistance proposed to be conferred by the Agency will consist of such bond financing, payments in lieu of New York City real property taxes, exemption from City and State mortgage recording taxes and exemption from City and State sales and use taxes.
www.goodjobsny.org /ida_may.htm   (884 words)

  
 Neighborhood Report: South Bronx: Alarm Sounds in Longwood, The New York Times, June 13, 1999
The Longwood neighborhood has come a long way from the era of empty lots and burned-out buildings, when the local police precinct was known as Fort Apache.
For example, a stretch of Southern Boulevard that runs past two elementary schools has alarmed the office of Fernando Ferrer, the Bronx Borough President, which is investigating the accident rate there.
He added that the department would send a representative to examine the Longwood area, but noted that the bottom line was still the human factor.
www.transalt.org /press/media/1999/990613nytimes.html   (556 words)

  
 U.S. Congressman José E. Serrano, Representing the 16th District of New York :: Press Release :: Congressman Serrano ...
WHAT: Breakfast briefing led by the Bronx River Alliance on current and planned efforts to bring new recreational and educational opportunities to the Bronx River corridor, restore sensitive shoreline ecosystems, and create a greenway for pedestrians and cyclists along the length of the river
Bronx, NY This briefing seeks to reach out to small businesses, non-profits, and other groups not currently involved in efforts to restore the river.
The goal is to inform them about the changes the river and its shoreline are undergoing and to begin to engage them in this important work.
www.house.gov /list/press/ny16_serrano/050323BronxRiver.html   (151 words)

  
 Longwood - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about Longwood
Yes; I told you I should be writing to you again on Thursday, to tip you something good that I was expecting from old Longwood.
The history of the changes, which the elevated plains of Longwood and Deadwood have undergone, as given in General Beatson's account of the island, is extremely curious.
He was great when he visited the Emperor's tomb at Longwood, when to these gentlemen and the young officers of the ship, Major Dobbin not being by, he described the whole battle of Waterloo and all but announced that Napoleon never would have gone to Saint Helena at all but for him, Jos Sedley.
encyclopedia.farlex.com /Longwood   (221 words)

  
 EN FOCO | Programs | New Works Awards
The New Works Photography Award is an annual program selecting U.S. photographers of African, Asian, Latino, Native American, or Pacific Islander heritage through a national call for entries.
New Works provides artists with the support to create or complete in-depth, photographic work which explores themes emanating from personal experiences.
Artists receive an honorarium and the infrastructure needed for a professional exhibition in the New York area.
www.enfoco.org /programs/newworks/newworks.htm   (150 words)

  
 Bronx New York Real Estate Attorney | Buying Selling Leasing Properties | First Time Home Buyer FSBO Help
We help hundreds of clients each year in the Bronx and other boroughs, as well as in Rockland, Westchester, Nassau, Suffolk, and NYC counties.
The Law Office of Phil Napolitano, located in the Bronx, represents clients throughout the New York City area, including the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, White Plains, Mineola, Parkchester, Baychester, Belmont, Castle Hill, Fieldston, Longwood, Melrose, Norwood, Riverdale, Woodlawn, and all of Nassau, Suffolk, New York, Kings, Bronx, Richmond, Westchester, and Rockland counties.
A deed contains the names of the old and new owners and a legal description of the property, and is signed by the person transferring the property.
www.philnaplaw.com /RealEstateInformationCenter.shtml   (1097 words)

  
 I Love The Bronx!
Welcome to The Bronx, one of New York City's "must see" communities.
The Bronx Dance Coalition brings open Yoga classes mtaught by Shizu Homma.
Longwood Art Gallery at Hostos and will remain on view through March 10, 2007.
www.ilovethebronx.com   (276 words)

  
 Longwood Accident Lawyer: Free Legal Services in New York (NY)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
Accident victims in Longwood can get financial compensation for their injuries, pain, and suffering with the aid of an accident lawyer.
To get aid with a lawsuit that is concerning you or assistance with filing an accident lawsuit claim, please fill out this simple form.
Please be aware that Weitz and Luxenberg may not be able to represent all lawsuits in all areas of New York due to state and federal statutes.
www.weitzlux.com /newyork/longwoodaccidentlawyer_44168.html   (418 words)

  
 Bronx Community Board Two
It’s one of the warmest, most inviting places in the city, with Bill Rainey Park and St. Mary’s Park nearby; several bodegas and restaurants around the corner; and beautiful trees whose cascading branches give the block a green serenity for much of the year.
This block is part of the Longwood Historic District and has an exceptionally friendly feel for being in the midst of the urban jungle.
is located in the Southeast corner of the Bronx, bounded by the Bronx River on the East, the East River on the South, 149th Street and Prospect Avenue on the West and portions of 169th Street, 167th Street and Westchester Avenue on the North.
www.bronxcb2.org /index.php   (277 words)

  
 Estate Planning Lawyer Bronx New York | Probate Administration Attorney NYC | Wills Trusts Diminished Capacity
We help hundreds of clients in the Bronx and other boroughs of New York City each year.
As a Bronx real estate lawyer, he will handle all paperwork associated with a purchase or sale to ensure clear title.
Many multifamily dwellings in New York are subject to rent control or rent stabilization regulation.
www.philnaplaw.com /PracticeAreas.shtml   (729 words)

  
 www.myspace.com/bronxarts
It designs and implements programs that focus attention on issues of concern to Bronx residents including: job training, financial stabilization, independent contracting, business startups, environmental concerns, and health related issues.
BCA works in the Bronx, for the Bronx.
Our mission is to encourage and increase the public's awareness and participation in the arts, and to nurture the development of artists and arts and cultural organizations.
www.myspace.com /bronxarts   (610 words)

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