Benjamin Jerome Mack Cartwright Jr. (affectionately known as BJ) is 8 years old, and while he is still too young to compete in the Paris Summer Olympics, the Canarsie boy recently won three medals at the Junior Olympics in Texas last week. BJ attends Canarsie

Families gathered at Playground 278 in Marine Park on Saturday, July 27th, to make creative puppets and learn about another culture’s mythology. Throughout the summer season, the Marine Park Alliance (MPA) has hosted a Summer Children’s Series, known as “Just for Kids,” for families to

Two weeks after the tiny Caribbean islands of Carriacou, Petite Martinique and parts of mainland Grenada were ravaged by a Category 4 hurricane, Assemblywoman Jaime Williams (AD 59) led a 13-member contingent, which included her colleague Assemblywoman Monique Chandler-Waterman (AD 58), to the islands “to

Laughter and magic filled the air at Playground 278 in Marine Park on Sunday, July 14th, when the Marine Park Alliance (MPA) proudly presented “Summertime Sillies,” a unique and enchanting event designed to bring joy and wonder to children and families. It was an unforgettable

The South Shore High School Class of 1974 celebrated its 50th Anniversary Reunion at a gala affair, held at Terrace on the Park in Flushing Meadows Park, Queens, on Saturday, June 29th. The alumni had a great time reconnecting, reminiscing and sharing their journeys with

Parents and children made beautiful new art pieces – using an old technique – at a fun event called “Sunprints & Shadows,” held at Playground 278, by Fillmore Avenue and Madison Place, in Marine Park, on Sunday, July 21st. Sunprints & Shadows is just one

Plastic Soul took music lovers on a journey down memory lane with a musical tribute to some favorite classic rock sounds of the 60s and 70s on Thursday, July 18th. The concert was postponed from the previous evening due to forecasted rain. This was the

Since their grand opening last year, the IHOP at 2951 Avenue U has gained a reputation for their generous community involvement, which was demonstrated once again at their one-year anniversary party on Thursday, July 18th. “We would like to get to know our customers by

Although Wednesday, July 10th, was a very windy, gusty night, that didn’t affect the powerful singing voices of the beloved Regina Opera, regulars who have been performing for the last few years at the popular Marine Park Concert series, sponsored by Assemblywoman Jaime Williams. Francine

Although Saturday, July 13th, started off rainy and cloudy, it turned out to be a splendid day to appreciate nature and the great outdoors while engaging in the diverse activities offered on the water at the Sebago Canoe Club, a beautiful oasis in Canarsie.  It

Thomas J. Campanella, NYC Parks’ Historian in Residence and author of Brooklyn, The Once and Future City, returned to his hometown roots to talk about the history of Marine Park on Saturday, July 13th, at the Salt Marsh Nature Center, 3301 Avenue U. The well-attended

Feeling stiff and a little achy?  Need to stretch after sitting behind a computer all day?  Yoga is a great way to stretch your tired muscles, gain flexibility, unwind and reduce stress.  It’s also a great way to enjoy the great outdoors, thanks to free

The Kool Element Latin Jazz Project delighted salsa music lovers on Thursday, June 27th, at the second concert of the Marine Park Summer Concert Series, sponsored by Assemblywoman Jaime Williams.  Thunderstorms on Wednesday night postponed the concert, but Thursday evening brought beautiful weather for a

  Parents and children gathered at Dr. John’s Playground at Gerritsen Avenue and Avenue X on Saturday, June 22nd, for the second event in the Marine Park Alliance (MPA) Summer Children’s Series, known as “Just for Kids.” Saturday’s “Inching Along” event was curated by Brooklyn

The sound of steel pan filled the air as Marcus Steele and Friends kicked off the Marine Park Summer Concert Series, in honor of Caribbean Heritage Month, on Thursday, June 20th. Everyone looks forward to the annual concerts, which are sponsored by Assemblywoman Jaime Williams