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Dancers awarded much needed college scholarships
NYCDAF Founder and Executive Director Joe Lanteri said the philosophy of the foundation is to give opportunities to young dancers who cannot afford higher education.
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Bronx pow wow celebrates Native American culture
They danced traditional Native American dances, ate Native foods, listened to stories and admired the dreamcatchers that were sprinkled throughout the event.
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Threat to community gardens looms at memorial service for urban gardener
According to public statements from the mayor, 17 community gardens are being considered as sites to meet demand for open space needed for the new housing.
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Celebrating the Little Red Lighthouse
Today, the riverside park was filled with families for an early fall afternoon outing. Vendors lined the sides of the grass, selling everything from handmade soaps to books while a brass band filled the air with lively music.
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Pope brings the masses to lower Manhattan
During his second day in the city , the pope delivered a multi-religious ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial, and New Yorkers, tourists and visitors flocked to the surrounding streets in anticipation of seeing him pass by.
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Artist’s installation asks consumers to find the real value in themselves
Langer said she hopes her project will bring an element of thoughtfulness to people so that they can connect with their inner truth and true value.
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“Fat Guy Across America” pedals to New York City
The Danville, Ind native has since lost 75 pounds and plans to continue pedaling his way to fitness.
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The Pope in NYC
Poep Francis brings his message of love, hope and acceptance to the city. But he also brings inconvenience and controversy.
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New York based trade show stimulates fashion business
New York City generates more than $15 billion in annual sales—and this makes New York City the largest retail market in the US, according to the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC).
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Photoville harmonizes people, their phones, and photography
As a free event that is open to the public, the untraditional space liberates the viewers from expectations often associated with museums and brick and mortar galleries.