Enslaved Africans’ Rain Garden: 13 Years in the Making

Enslaved Africans’ Rain Garden: 13 Years in the Making

by Taylor Michael The first thing to notice about artist Vinnie Bagwell’s latest project isn’t the landscaped park and waterfront views, the sensuous details carved into each sculpted figure, or even the thought-provoking backstories. To understand the Enslaved Africans’ Rain Garden, start with the name. For one, “Africans’” is possessive….

The Sounds of Summertime Return to New Rochelle
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The Sounds of Summertime Return to New Rochelle

Music in the Air is a directory of free and affordable (under $20) outdoor cultural events taking place in the County between July and September. For a full list of these concerts, visit: artsw.org/musicintheair. An array of vibrant music will flow through the heart of downtown New Rochelle this summer…

Jazz River

Jazz River

Music in the Air is a directory of free and affordable (under $20) outdoor cultural events taking place in the County between July and September. For a full list of these concerts, visit: artsw.org/musicintheair. by MJ Territo      Westchester County might want to consider renaming its stretch of the…

Westchester Roots: A Summer Celebration of Community and Culture
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Westchester Roots: A Summer Celebration of Community and Culture

Music in the Air is a directory of free and affordable (under $20) outdoor cultural events taking place in the County between July and September. For a full list of these concerts, visit: artsw.org/musicintheair. by Rachel Saruski If one wanders onto Court Street in White Plains this summer, their ears…

Caramoor’s Summer Season: Amplifying Voices Through Music

Caramoor’s Summer Season: Amplifying Voices Through Music

Yo-Yo Ma breaks the mold of classical music. Considered one of the greatest living cellists, he expands the catalog of cello music to include an array of works that aren’t restricted to only classical compositions. Over several decades, Ma has adapted and collaborated with other cultural traditions, genres and techniques….

Celebrating Juneteenth

Celebrating Juneteenth

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, Jubilee Day and Liberation Day, is the oldest known celebration that commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. This month, Westchester and Rockland Counties come together to celebrate this momentous holiday and kick off a month-long series of Juneteenth activities.  The following…

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