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Luz Maria Mack is a Dominican children’s book writer living in the vibrant South Bronx. She write stories celebrating culture and language while affirming children. Inspired by my amazing husband and three beautiful children, she has won the Best Animated Short Film at Bridge Fest, and her book “¡Pequeña Maria Descubre su baile!” (Little Maria discovers her dance!) was featured on PBS’s Chat and Learn program. She’s also collaborate with

  Noggin, Nickelodeon’s interactive learning service for preschoolers, has launched its brand-new initiative “Big Heart World,” a multiplatform campaign rolling out throughout the year which aims to promote children’s healthy social and emotional development. Available now, Noggin’s “Big Heart World” includes an array of content and resources featuring Nickelodeon’s fan-favorite preschool characters, as well as all-new animated characters, designed to help kids build confidence, develop an appreciation for others, navigate relationships

I’m by no means a seasoned gardener, but if you follow me over on Instagram then you might remember the watermelons I grew here in the Bronx this past summer! Over the past few years, I’ve managed to grow corn, pumpkin, lettuce, and more in a tiny patch of dirt in front of my apartment. I’ve always been one to make the best of the small outdoor space I have

A Bronx native and Herbert H. Lehman graduate, is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason. Petty Officer 2nd Class Katherine Aponte is a culinary specialist aboard the destroyer operating out of the Navy’s largest base.  A Navy culinary specialist is responsible for the overall production of food on the ship. “The best part about being in the Navy is the teamwork, diversity and caring about

  Saturday August 26th is Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day! It’s a fun day for kids to enjoy interactive games, music and tennis activities for all ages. If you remember, last year we had a blast hanging out in the Emirates Suite during the Stadium Show inside Arthur Ashe Stadium. Once again, Emirates is bringing even more fun to the Kids’ Day as well as the US Open- with a fun

By Valerie Diaz I wanted to share with you a true gem in the Bronx.  Haylo 3d Imaging is owned and operated by the amazing Haydee Longmore, a DMS since 1999. The facility itself is breathtaking with its modern design, welcoming vibe and is above reproach when it comes to cleanliness.   I have been visiting Haylo since I was pregnant with my first son. I chose her for our