10,000 NYC Children to Move Off Child Care Voucher Waitlist
The city just announced that more than 10,000 children will be moved off the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) waitlist, giving eligible families the opportunity to receive a child care voucher. For Bronx families, this could mean more affordable child care for children from infancy through the early teen years. Who is eligible? CCAP provides…
14 Places To Get Married In The Bronx
The Bronx has some incredible places to say “I do” in the borough — from gardens and historic mansions to waterfront venues. Whether you’re planning a huge family wedding, a smaller celebration or something a little outside the box, here are some Bronx wedding venues worth checking out. Garden & nature weddings New York Botanical…
Boo at the Zoo: A Family Tradition at the Bronx Zoo
I recently turned 40, so I’ve been in a very reflective mood. My oldest Briana is now in her third year of college. My youngest Gia just started high school, and just so happens to be going to the same school I graduated from. I’ve been feeling so nostalgic as I look back at all…
NYC High School Admissions: Free Virtual Information Sessions
If you have a child in eighth grade or a student entering ninth grade who is interested in applying to a different high school, the NYC high school admissions process is here. The NYC Department of Education’s high school admissions process opens Tuesday, October 6, 2026, and the Office of Student Enrollment is hosting a…
The Bronx River Art Center Has an Open Computer Lab for the Community
Need a place to work on a school project, create something, search for opportunities, etc? The Bronx River Art Center has reopened its Computer Lab, creating a welcoming community space where Bronx residents can learn, create, connect and explore technology. The open lab is available for a variety of needs. Students can use it for…
33 Frequently Banned Books You Can Read for Free Through NYPL
Looking for something new to read this fall? The New York Public Library is giving cardholders instant access to 33 frequently banned and challenged books through October 10, 2026 — with no waiting lists. The special collection is available through the free Libby app and includes books for adults, teens and kids. Once checked out,…
Trick-or-Streets Is Coming to the Bronx: Halloween Events Happening Across the Borough
Looking for a fun way to celebrate Halloween in the Bronx? NYC DOT’s annual Trick-or-Streets program is bringing Halloween and fall-themed activities to car-free streets, plazas, schools and neighborhood spaces throughout October. Now in its fifth year, Trick-or-Streets turns Open Streets and other public spaces into places for families to gather, with programming that can…
Open House New York Is Opening the Doors to Some of the Bronx’s Most Interesting Places
Ever wonder what’s inside that old theater, artist studio or historic building you’ve passed a hundred times. Open House New York Weekend is your chance to find out. From October 16–18, 2026, more than 300 destinations across New York City’s five boroughs will open their doors for tours, special programs and behind-the-scenes experiences. The lineup…
Things to Do in the Bronx This Fall: Halloween, Hiking, Horseback Riding & More
Fall is one of my favorite times to explore the Bronx. With two of the largest parks in the city, the Bronx is beautiful when the leaves start changing. From Halloween fun at the Bronx Zoo to horseback riding through Pelham Bay Park, making corn husk dolls at Wave Hill, celebrating Día de los Muertos…
Free Actor Training Program For Bronx Youth
If you have a child who loves acting, performing, or simply being creative, Blue Pearl Theatrics is accepting applications for its Youth Performing Arts Conservatory, a conservatory-style acting program for young performers ages 7 to 14. Open enrollment runs through October 24. The program is designed for both beginners who are discovering acting for the…
Here’s how to see the Met Opera for free
The Metropolitan Opera and the City of New York have launched Opera for All, a new program that will make 70,000 free tickets available to New Yorkers during the 2026–27 season. The program is designed for New Yorkers who haven’t experienced the Met before. If you have not purchased a Met Opera ticket since 2019,…
A perfect day in Pelham Bay: coffee, trails, Greek food, vintage finds and something sweet
Next up on our Bronx neighborhood itinerary ideas is Pelham Bay. You can grab coffee, get outside in one of the city’s biggest parks, have a leisurely lunch, browse vintage finds and finish the day with something sweet — all within a pretty small stretch of the neighborhood. Here’s how I’d spend a day in…
This Instagram Page Dives Into Bronx History & More
Now more than ever there are some awesome Instagram pages highlighting places around the Bronx, but there are also a few that highlight the history for those who are interested. Sarah Eccles shares the history, architecture, food, trails and little-known stories of the Bronx over on her page, @speccles_. She recently explored Woodlawn, looking at…
The Bronx’s Historic Paradise Theatre Is Getting a New Life as a Performing Arts Center
One of the Bronx’s most spectacular historic theaters is getting a new chapter. The historic Loew’s Paradise Theatre on the Grand Concourse is set to reopen as the Paradise Performing Arts Center, nearly a century after the theater first opened its doors in 1929. The 97-year-old theater was one of New York City’s original five…
Free Backpack Giveaway in the Bronx
Bronx families can pick up a free backpack this Saturday, September 26, at a community event hosted by United Charter High Schools. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to noon at the UCHS Jane Addams Campus, located at 900 Tinton Avenue in the Bronx. Families can stop by for free backpacks, music and…
A Spooky Road Trip From the Bronx to Connecticut
When you think about America’s witch-trial history, Salem is probably the first place that comes to mind. But Connecticut’s story began decades earlier, and now there’s a new way to explore it. The new Haunted History Trail connects historic sites, ancient cemeteries, witch-trial history, murders, ghost stories and some of Connecticut’s stranger local legends across…
Bronx Teens Can Apply to Join the New York State Department of Health’s Youth Advisory Group
Teens ages 14–19 have an opportunity to help shape health programs and policies for young people across the state, and get paid for sharing their ideas and feedback. The New York State Department of Health Youth Advisory Group (YAG) is looking for young people who are interested in public health and want to make sure…
Bronx Drafthouse is hosting a weekly Marvel Movie Night
This is for the Marvel loving parents of the Bronx. Bronx Drafthouse is kicking off Marvel Mondays, a weekly movie series featuring films from the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the countdown to Avengers: Doomsday continues. Starting Monday, September 21, a different Marvel movie will be shown on the big screen every Monday at 7PM. Along…
Know an Amazing Bronx Teacher? Nominate Them for a $25,000 Teaching Award
Know a teacher in the Bronx that should be celebrated? The FLAG Award for Teaching Excellence is accepting nominations for its 2026–2027 awards, giving New York City students, parents, families and school communities a chance to recognize outstanding public school teachers. The FLAG Award will select six grand-prize winners — one representing each of New…
8 Bronx Organizations You Should Know About
There are so many organizations doing interesting, important and creative work across the Bronx, and a lot of them don’t always get the attention they deserve. From arts organizations and environmental groups to youth programs and organizations preserving Bronx culture, these are some of the local groups I think are worth knowing about. THE POINT…