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A Long Island rabbi duct-taped a dreidel to the synagogue wall to spark conversation on finding meaning and connection in simple objects, like a dreidel.
Dreidels and duct-tape get new meaning
The dreidel, a traditional Jewish top spinning game often played during hanukkah, was taped to a synagogue wall as a reminder, anything can be used to discuss profound ideas.  In 2019, … more
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RiverSpring CEO David Pomeranz captures birds in their natural habitat on the RiverSpring campus at 5901 Palisade Ave.
Van Cortlandt Park showcases urban wildlife
When people think of wildlife, they think of rural landscapes, rich with plant life and diverse creatures, but Bronxites know, wildlife exists in their backyard, and right in Van Cortlandt … more
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Zerelda Nothnagel wrote, "Little Elephant in the Big City" after bonding over reading books with her three year old son.
Riverdale resident, Zerelda Nothnagel, publishes new children's book
A curious Little Elephant leaves home and travels hundreds of miles to a new land. But she soon becomes homesick and hides behind a dumpster to cry, when incidentally, she meets her new best friend, … more
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Dean Moore tried his hand at mosaic tile art nearly a year ago and has grown to have his art represented at local gallery Elisa Contemporary Art. 
Mosaic pop art by Dean Moore shines at Riverdale's Elisa Contemporary Art Gallery
If you walk past the art gallery at 5622 Mosholu Ave., you’ll notice two eye-catching pieces of Pop Art done using mosaics – Wonder Woman and Blow Pop by Dean Moore. Moore’s … more
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Choir members come from all over the Bronx and Westchester to join in the storied tradition of the Riverdale Choral Society’s semester performances. 
Riverdale Choral Society celebrates 60th anniversary with special performances
Established in 1964, the Riverdale Choral Society celebrates its 60th anniversary.  Last September Mun-Tzung Wong took over as the music director of the Riverdale Choral Society, making it … more
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Yoana Velez was one of 33 individuals honored at the KRVC inaugural community heroes event
KRVC celebrates community heroes making a difference in the Bronx
Local officials and community members alike, were hob-knobbing and laughing in the lobby of RiverSpring Living at 5901 Palisade Ave., as they gathered for the Kingsbridge-Riverdale-Van Cortlandt … more
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The Enid A. Haupt conservatory replica sits inside the actual Enid A. Haupt conservatory of the New York Botanical Garden for its 33rd Holiday Train Show.
All aboard! Holiday train returns to the New York Botanical Garden
The Van Cortlandt House, Deno’s Wonder Wheel in Coney Island and Yankee Stadium are just a few of the miniature buildings at this year’s New York Botanical Garden Holliday Train Show. … more
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Eager skaters have long awaited the completion of Seton Park’s brand new skatepark, a space which for years was a derelict basketball court skaters used to practice flat-ground tricks.
Much awaited by local skaters, the skate park in Seton Park is nearly open for business for many to enjoy
Much awaited by local skaters, the skate park in Seton Park is open for business. Outfitted with ramps, rails and a “bowl” – a concave 360-degree transition -- the only thing … more
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David Fischweicher, a sculptor from Riverdale, stands beside his abstract steel sculptures. The bust of a head on the table is of him and was done without looking in the mirror, Fischweicher said. The head was made out of clay, turned into wax and finally bronze.
Riverdale artists represented at Yonkers studio event
Join Yonkers Arts Weekend at the Carpet Mills Art District to explore 50+ artists' studios and a new innovative gallery. Discover paintings, sculptures, and unique creations. more
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Calvin Lyte will play the lead role in an original musical entitled Common Ground. Lyte is excited to take on his first lead but said he’s prepared for this moment nearly his whole life thanks to dance and vocal lessons as a child.
Calvin Lyte set to take lead in Tada! production
Riverdale resident Calvin Lyte stars in "Common Ground," an original musical at Tada! Youth Theater, portraying a teenage immigrant's journey in America. more
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