THE BRONX SIZZLING SUMMER
FUN GUIDE
Orchard Beach, Bronx USA
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OLGA LUZ TIRADO Executive Director SOFIA THIERFELDER GRIFOLL Deputy Director TIFFANYJOY DACRES Tourism & Administration Coordinator 851 Grand Concourse, Ste. 123 Bronx, NY 10451 718.590.3518 WWW.ILOVETHEBRONX.COM This guide is a publication of The Bronx Tourism Council (BTC). Contents and design © 2018, all rights reserved. Reproduction or alterations without written permission is strictly prohibited. Every effort was made to ensure accuracy of the information in this guide as of press time. However, BTC assumes no responsibility for errors, changes or omissions. BTC makes no endorsement, representation or warranty regarding the suitability, quality or availability of any goods or services advertised or listed in this publication. Listings and advertisements may have been provided by the subject companies and BTC shall not be responsible or liable for any inaccuracy, omission or infringement of any third party’s rights therein, or for personal injury or any other damage or injury whatsoever. The Bronx Tourism Council is a division of
The summer certainly sizzles in The Bronx and there are plenty of places to stay cool while enjoying the sun. Orchard Beach (or as we Bronxites call it, The Bronx Riviera) is a great place to take a dip and, starting in July, enjoy live music (see page 3). The Bronx is also known as the borough of parks and there are plenty of awesome programs to take part in from the New York Philharmonic to barefoot dancing. Wave Hill is not only offering great concerts during their free Sunset Wednesdays but if you want to recharge your proverbial batteries take part in Serene Thursdays with relaxing garden walks and meditation. Guess what? That Hawaiian vacation you’ve always wanted to take may just be a train ride away. The New York Botanical Garden’s latest exhibit is Georgia O’Keefe: Visions of Hawai’i offers an amazing exhibit and their Aloha Nights is the ideal event to take a date. Whether you are a native New Yorker or travelling from somewhere else, come and enjoy The Bronx and all it has to offer. C’mon! Let’s go to The Bronx!
Table of Contents GENERAL CALENDAR
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MUSIC
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EXHIBITS
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SING FOR HOPE
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FRI | JUN 15 | 6pm
BREW AT THE ZOO Brew at the Zoo is coming to The Bronx once again. Grizzly bears, giraffes, lemurs, sea lions and more will be on exhibit so stop by and see your favorites before the unlimited beer tastings begin. There will be over 100 varieties of wine and beer, so you can find a new favorite or enjoy a classic. Sample from numerous food trucks or enjoy classic bites at one of the cafes. Live entertainment and lots of fun games. Click here for tickets. Bronx Zoo - 2300 Southern Blvd THURS THRU JUN 28 | FREE
CAPOEIRA IN THE PARK
Come enjoy this free program every Thursday night through the month of June and learn about the Brazilian art form that has evolved into an exciting combination of martial arts, and dance. Van Cortlandt Park, enter Broadway and 242nd Street JUN 22 – 23 | 7pm – 11pm
CLAREMONT ILLUMINATED An evening photography festival that will revitalize and make safer a dark and isolated stairwell at 169th Street and Webster Ave on the edge of Claremont Village. The photography festival will feature numerous media projections on the walls surrounding the stairwell. The photos to be projected are by the BDC's Bronx Photo League and are part of a collaboration with Claremont residents exploring the diverse lives and stories of the community. For more information, click here The Bronx Documentary Center, 614 Courtlandt Avenue SAT| JUN 23 | 2 PM
ARCHITECTURE - DESIGN - SCULPTURE: WALKING TOUR AT WOODLAWN CEMETERY Woodlawn’s architectural historian, Anthony Pellino, will take visitors to explore the unique works commissioned by lot owners in expression of their grief. This tour will give insights in to the monuments at Woodlawn, designed or crafted by significant architects, designers or artisans. For this event and more go to woodlawntours.org
Woodlawn Cemetery, Jerome Ave & Bainbridge Ave Gate
THUR| JUN 28 | 6 PM | FREE
NEW YORK SALUTES AMERICA FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA The official kickoff to the Independence Day Celebrations, the annual “New York Salutes America” boardwalk festival and fireworks extravaganza at Orchard Beach. Fireworks by Grucci and the 4th annual Empanada Eating Contest featuring mini-empanadas from Havana Café. Winners of the contest will win Bronx prizes. Orchard Beach JUN 30 | 12 noon - 10pm & JUL 1 | 12 noon - 6pm
THE BRONX RIVER ART CENTER RIVER RISING An exposition of Science, Art and Technology in Starlight Park. Live entertainment. Starlight Park, enter at 177th & Devoe Ave SATS | JUN 30-OCT | 4pm
BRONX NIGHT MARKET KICK OFF The first-ever Bronx Night Market is taking place this summer, at Fordham Plaza. With more than 40 handpicked food vendors, it represents the city’s diverse culinary offerings and stands to be the biggest of its kind in the boogie down. Every last Saturday of the month through October. Fordham Plaza, Fordham Road between Third and Webster Ave
THURS | JUL 5 THRU AUG 2 | FREE
BAREFOOT IN THE PARK
Come enjoy this free dance instruction and live music every Thursday evening beginning in July right through August. Kick off your shoes and dance on the Van Cortlandt House lawn. Van Cortlandt Park, enter Broadway and 242nd Street
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WEDS | JUL 11 - JUL 25 | 2pm - 4pm
DEEPER DIVING: GUIDED TOURS OF VAN CORTLANDT HOUSE MUSEUM Join Van Cortlandt House Museum’s Educator for a deeper dive into the wonders of Van Cortlandt House Museum. For three Wednesdays in July the museum will be offering guided tours of the oldest house in The Bronx. On these special tours visitors will learn more about the history of the family and the famous people who are associated with this New York City landmark. Venture outside the grounds of the museum to view other aspects of the plantation that have survived over time. Van Cortlandt House Museum, Broadway & 246th st
TUE | AUG 28 | 1 PM
SNAKES OF NEW YORK Do you think snakes are cool or creepy? Gain a new appreciation for these misunderstood reptiles with Emily Nestlerode, the Wildlife Education Manager at the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum. Find out how snakes play an important role in our local ecosystem and see live snakes up close. Audience members have the opportunity to handle skins, skulls, and other artifacts. Ages eight and older welcome with an adult. Space is limited. Free with admission to the grounds. Go to www.wavehill.org for more information. Wave Hill 649 W 249th St,
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FREE EVENTS
FREE CONCERT
IN THE BRONX
@ VAN CORTLANDT PARK 242nd st & Broadway
CROTONA PARK Claremont & Crotona Ave
TUE | JUN 12 | 8pm
ST. MARY’S PARK St. Ann’s Ave & 146 St
WILLIAMSBRIDGE OVAL Bainbridge & Reservoir Oval East
See full lineup HERE SAT | JUN 23 | 8pm | $7
BRONX RISING: Festival of the Sun
FREE CONCERTS FEATURING OLDIES, POP, R&B LATIN, NEW ORLEANS JAZZ, PORTUGUESE FOLK, & BEETHOVEN!
1303 Louis Nine Blvd www.thisisbronxmusic.org
www.bronxartsensemble.org Sunset Wednesdays are a time-honored tradition at Wave Hill, enlivened this year by a new curator who is bringing a dynamic, “lawn party” vibe to each week’s musical performances. Serene Thursdays, new last year, are all the more enticing this year, not just because of the gorgeous, quiet gardens: new programs will offer opportunities to get closer to nature— check out the next two Thursdays. Go to WaveHill.org for a lineup.
AUGUST IS a borough-wide, month-long Salsa festival celebrating the music, the dance, the legends! Full lineup coming soon here!
@ORCHARD BEACH
From Jazz to Bachata to R&B to Hip Hop! Every Sunday from JULY 8 to SEP 3 Go to www.ilovethebronx.com for full schedule
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RUSH OVER TO RUSH HOUR!
FEMINIST IRAN ON DISPLAY
WALLWORKS current exhibit, Rush Hour, marks the New York return of artist Claudia MadC Walde and her second solo exhibition in the gallery space. This exhibit is on view until JUNE 20 so get over there as soon as you can. But if you miss it, the gallery has a few compelling upcoming works to show. See them here. WALLWORKS, 39 Bruckner Boulevard
Iran: Women Only focuses on the contemporary women of Iran with a look back at the early work of photojournalist Randy H. Goodman started almost four decades ago. Exhibit runs until SEPT 23. go to Bronx Museum’s website for more. Bronx Museum of the Arts, 1040 Grand Concourse
PHOTOGRAPHERS OF COLOR RECOGNIZED IN EXHIBIT In-Between: The 2018 En Foco Photography Fellowship Exhibition affirms En Foco’s ongoing commiment to the | financial support of artists of color and highlights an existing pool of vastly under-recognized artists. On view until JULY 6. For more information visit En Foco’s website here. Andrew Freedman Home, 1125 Grand Concourse
MELROSE COMMUNITY EXHIBIT! From JULY 12 TO JULY 22, the Bronx Documentary Center will create the first ever LATIN AMERICAN PHOTO FESTIVAL held in New York City. This festival will bring together award-winning photographers from the Caribbean and Latin America to exhibit their photographs, create installations and hold workshops and panel discussions. There will be many installations in storefront windows and along city sidewalks as well as in galleries and churches. Bronx Documentary Center, 614 Courtlandt Avenue
BRONX EXPO: THE STARLIGHT PARK STORY Starlight Park originally opened as The Bronx International Exposition of Science, Arts and Industries in 1918. A world’s fair for The Bronx, the idea became unpopular, prompting developers to convert the site into an amusement park. Starlight Park soon became an epicenter of family fun and outdoor recreation for all Bronxites. Exhibit ends SEPT 30. Museum of Bronx History, 3309 Bainbridge Ave
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OTHER GALLERIES AND MUSEUMS TO VISIT Lehman College Art Gallery, 250 Bedford Blvd West
Derfner Judaica Museum, 5901 Palisade Ave
Focal Point Gallery, 321 City Island Avenue
Glyndor Gallery @ Wave Hill, 675 w. 252 St.
Longwood Arts Gallery @ Hostos, 500 Grand Concourse
City IslandNautical Museum, 190 Fordham St.
Sing for Hope has brought the renowned Sing for Hope Pianos back to The Bronx this summer. Until June 24, in celebration of the work the organization does in communities year-round, Six Sing for Hope Pianos will be made available for anyone and everyone to play, in Bronx parks, public spaces, and other high-traffic locations. Each piano is inviting and colorfully decorated by accomplished artists. The purpose of the initiative is to bring communities together through music. Go to any of the locations below and play, sing, dance together with neighbors, friends and strangers.
Home by Dhanashree Gadiyar
Mirando Puerto Rico! by Trevon Blondet
Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, 895 Shore Road
Joyce Kilmer Park, 161st St. & Grand Concourse
Fish and Ship or “We Need More Clearwater�
Viva Circus by Irina Sheynfeld Van Cortlandt House Museum, 6036 Broadway
by Nick Stavrides Poe Park Visitor's Center, 2640 Grand Concourse
'La
Sirena Virada' by Laura Alvarez
Williamsbridge Oval Community Center 3225 Reservoir Oval
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Virginia Playground, Westchester & Virginia Ave
Galaxy by Erin Kate Archer
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