On Sunday, May 19, 2019, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. hosted the induction ceremony for this year’s Bronx Walk of Fame Honorees critically-acclaimed singer/songwriter Regina Spektor, boxing legend Iran Barkley and planetary scientist Carolyn Porco. During the ceremony, which took place on the Grand Concourse in front of The Bronx County Building, each…
Bronx Children’s Museum (www.bronxchildrensmuseum.org) congratulates Rita Moreno, recently honored at the Bronx Children’s Museum’s Gala on May 7th, for receiving the Peabody Career Achievement Award this past Saturday, May 18. With the addition of this award, Rita has become the first Latina to win all of the most prestigious awards in show business: the Peabody, two…
On Saturday, May 18, 2019, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and The Bronx Tourism Council co-hosted the annual Bronx Ball. The Bronx Ball is the premier event of Bronx Week and the official celebration of this year’s inductees to the Bronx Walk of Fame: critically-acclaimed singer/songwriter Regina Spektor, boxing legend Iran Barkley and planetary…
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. hosted the 2019 Bronx Week Grand Finale Concert on Mosholu Parkway on Sunday, May 19, 2019. This year’s performers include Bronx Walk of Famers and hip-hop legends Fat Joe and Funk Flex, freestyle sensation George Lamond, and salsa artist Hector Tricoche along with Edgar Joel & Anthony Colon. Photos…
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. hosted the 2019 Bronx Week Parade and Festival on Mosholu Parkway on Sunday, May 19, 2019. The annual parade featured dozens of Bronx schools and community organizations marching to display their borough pride. Photos of the parade and festival can be downloaded at https://flic.kr/s/aHsmBpqbs8.
On Thursday, May 16, 2019, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. hosted the annual Bronx Week Parent Appreciation celebration, honoring parent leaders and the contributions they have made to children throughout The Bronx, as part of Bronx Week 2019. Borough President Diaz honored parents who have been leaders in their community, celebrating the contributions they…
On Thursday, May 16, 2019, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. hosted his annual Bronx Week Senior Event, part of the borough’s annual celebration of everything that makes The Bronx a great place to live, work and raise a family. Borough President Diaz joined senior citizens from across The Bronx for an afternoon of fun, including…
Best Musical Nominee Hadestown to be featured in Brooklyn’s Restoration Plaza in the kick off performance. Fellow Best Musical Nominee Beetlejuice will help mint a brand new plaza in Staten Island Queens showcase to feature Tony nominees The Prom and Be More Chill in Jackson Heights in partnership with NYC Pride NEW YORK – The…
Charter Revision is an important opportunity for the people of New York City to be able to change the basic rules that determine how our city is governed. This year’s Charter Revision Commission is considering several important proposals that may be placed on the ballot this November for the voters’ approval. As Borough President, I…
On Tuesday, May 14, 2019, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. hosted the annual Business Day Luncheon, where he gave an update on The Bronx’s economic development and business growth as part of Bronx Week 2019. The event was hosted in conjunction with the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation. At the event Borough President Diaz honored successful Bronx…