The Old Community – before Urban Renewal

Black History Month, Urban Renewal

By Megan Fitzpatrick Today we are bringing you a little known story about a community of Black artists that took place in the West 90s of the Upper West Side. The image on the left shows West Park Village which was built in the spot where previously sat six blocks of...

Sweet, Healthy and Beachy

Boulevard, Broadway

By Claudie Benjamin Whether you’re 80 or eight, a sweet every so often (or even daily) is tempting.  Adding a health component such as açaí berries ups the appeal. If you ask Misha Punwani, a member of the family that owns 12 Playa Bowls in...