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Bronx Film in the Running for Eight Awards at International Filmmaker Festival of World Cinema MILAN

2016-11-28T22:56:00.001-05:00

Bronx Film in the Running for Eight Awards at International Filmmaker Festival of World Cinema MILAN #bronxlatino #bronx

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2013-01-01T16:01:00.000-05:00

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Christmas at the NYBG

2012-11-25T10:07:00.003-05:00

Make sure to visit the NYBG's holiday train show.

Photos from the Bronx PR Day Parade

2012-06-04T11:15:00.002-04:00

PRSUN had a photo team at yesterday's Bronx Puerto Rican Day Parade. Happy 25th anniversary to our local boricua parade. The PRSUN photo team included Kevin Tyson, Miriam Quiñones, Benny Betancourt, Ismael Nuñez, and moi. So far, Kevin has posted photos from yesterday's parade. More photos to be added by the other team members soon. See Kevin's photos as well as images from parades past. To

A Sunday at the NYBG

2012-02-03T11:45:00.001-05:00

A Sunday at the NYBG, a set on Flickr. Via Flickr: I always look for the Caribbean in the Bronx in any way I can. This time it was easy. I got to go to the New York Botanical Garden and enjoy its exhibit Caribbean Garden. The exhibit runs until February 26, 2012. If you are into palm and mango trees, make sure to check this out. Learn about the trees from Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic

Holiday Coat/Book Drive Networking Event in the Bronx | PRLog

2011-12-19T06:24:00.000-05:00

Holiday Coat/Book Drive Networking Event in the Bronx | PRLog

The Holiday Train Show at New York Botanical Garden Celebrates its 20th year

2011-11-17T22:43:00.001-05:00

By Ismael Nuñez The annual Holiday Train Show kicks off Saturday at the New York Botanical Garden and runs until January 16. If it were up to me, I would have the show run longer. It is worth the trip. The show, which this year celebrates its 20th anniversary, is filled with New York landmark replicas such as the Brooklyn Bridge, Radio City Music Hall, and the original Yankee Stadium. The

Occupy the Bronx images

2011-11-13T19:34:00.001-05:00

Scenes of yesterday's Occupy the Bronx at East 149th in the Hub (photos by Ismael Nunez): Ismael Nuñez is a freelance journalist based in East Harlem. He is a contributor to Bronx Latino.

My Lens: Occupy Wall Street

2011-10-06T14:02:00.000-04:00

Labor unions and community organizations participate in march in support of Occupy Wall Street on Oct. 5th. To view more photos, go to http://www.flickr.com/photos/clarisel/sets/72157627835604248/.

Remembering September 11 at our beautiful Bronx gardens

2011-09-08T22:23:00.000-04:00

Community calendar Wave Hill Wave Hill invites visitors to include this public garden and cultural center in their observance of the tenth anniversary of September 11th. A serene landscape that overlooks the Hudson and Palisades, Wave Hill waives admission to the grounds all day, offering the peaceful oasis of its gardens as a place for contemplation and remembrance. Wind Elegy: Noon—4 pm In

New York, NY United States | Worldwide Photo Walk

2011-09-07T04:25:00.000-04:00

New York, NY United States | Worldwide Photo WalkAre you interested in being part of a photo walk at the New York Botanical Garden? Come join us Oct. 1st.

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2011-08-25T13:27:00.000-04:00

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Puerto Rico Sun: National Puerto Rican Day Parade festival and Mass

2011-06-04T10:29:00.000-04:00

Puerto Rico Sun: National Puerto Rican Day Parade festival and MassToday is the Puerto Rican Day Parade's cultural festival in the Bronx. Stop by.

PRSUN Radio chats on the National Puerto Rican Day Parade

2011-05-27T21:16:00.002-04:00

Listen to interview with parade chairwoman Madelyn Lugo and press guy Javier Gomez on the National Puerto Rican Day Parade: Listen to internet radio with PRSUN RADIO on Blog Talk Radio

Puerto Rico Sun: PRSUN Radio chats with Emmy winning standup comedian Mike Robles

2011-05-14T08:50:00.001-04:00

Puerto Rico Sun: PRSUN Radio chats with Emmy winning standup comedian Mike Robles To listen: Listen to internet radio with PRSUN RADIO on Blog Talk Radio

Featured Photo: Bronx Puerto Rican Day Parade Queen Krysti Ogando

2011-05-09T21:15:00.006-04:00

< Krysti grew up in Puerto Rico and moved to the Bronx five years ago. She represented the town of Caguas in the Bronx pageant. She has an interest in communications and looks forward to the parade Sunday. (photo of Krysti Ogando at the Bronx Puerto Rican Day Festival by Fonseca Fotography) (NOTE: The May 15th Bronx Puerto Rican Day Parade has been cancelled due to rain, president Francisco

Applications wanted: 2011 College Awards for undergraduate Puerto Rican women

2011-04-08T14:01:00.002-04:00

In the mailbox Dear Friend: We are currently accepting applications for our 2011 College Awards to be presented at our College Awards Gala Dinner Dance at the Marina Del Rey in The Bronx, on Thursday, August 18, 2011. These awards are granted annually to undergraduate Puerto Rican women selected for their academic excellence and service to the community. To be eligible, applicants must send

THE KIDS COMIC CON 2011 IS ALMOST HERE!

2011-04-07T12:55:00.001-04:00

Community calendar FUN, ADVENTURE AND EXCITEMENT FOR ALL AGES (and it promotes learning, thinking and reading, too!) Hey kids, parents, educators and comic fans – the KIDS COMIC CON 2011 is on its way! So get ready for fun, art, fun, learning, fun, games and … Oh, what the heck … MORE FUN! The KIDS COMIC CON 2011 is set for April 16th at Bronx Community College (181st Street & University

Nicole Rodriguez fights to name Bx street in honor of her bro Big Pun

2011-04-01T01:42:00.002-04:00

Nicole Rodriguez is on a mission to rename Rogers Place in the Bronx after her big brother: the late Christopher Rios, "Big Pun." Nicole is seeking community support for her online petition campaign at www.bigpunplace.com to have 163rd and Rogers Place renamed Big Pun Place in honor of the Grammy-nominated rapper. Big Pun, a Puerto Rican and raised in the South Bronx, emerged from the

Women of Excellence Award Breakfast at the NY Botanical Garden

2011-03-28T21:20:00.000-04:00

In recognition of Women's History Month the Bronx Women's Business Resource Center and the National Christian Chamber of Commerce are proud to announce the 2011 Women of Excellence Award Breakfast to be held at the historical Stone Mill at the New York Botanical Gardens (Entrance via Mosholu Parkway) on Wednesday March 30th, 2011 from 8:30AM to 11:00AM. This year the event will honor: · Ms.

Congressman Serrano reflects on Latino Census numbers

2011-03-24T23:48:00.000-04:00

In the mailbox Congressman José E. Serrano reacted to the release of Census data for New York City and the Latino community nationwide today. Both showed increases and reflect healthy and growing communities. “Latinos now make up 16 percent of the nation’s population, and accounted for almost half of the growth in population in the nation,” said Congressman Serrano. “That growth came in areas

Free conference in the Bx to focus on Mexican Catholics

2011-03-24T12:56:00.002-04:00

Featured community event Mexican Catholics in New York: Faith and Community Conference March 25 and 26 At Lehman College and Fordham University Mano a Mano: Mexican Culture Without Borders presents Mexican Catholics in New York: Faith and Community conference in collaboration with the Archdiocese of New York, Lehman College, supported by Fordham University’s Latin American and Latino Studies

Supermoon in the Bronx

2011-03-19T23:09:00.000-04:00

Puerto Rico Sun: Fundraising Dinner With Roberto Alomar

2011-03-16T10:08:00.000-04:00

Puerto Rico Sun: Fundraising Dinner With Roberto AlomarFrom Julio Pabon of Latino Sports:An appeal for help: On April 3rd, 2011 Latino Sports will award our newest Hall Of Fame baseball player, Roberto Alomar with the "Boricua Pride Award" for becoming the 3rd Puerto Rican & 10th Latino to be inducted into the most prestigious baseball museum, The Hall of Fame (HOF). The event is also a

I am America I Matter

2011-03-04T09:31:00.003-05:00

Guest blogger by Doreen Guma www.timetoplay.com I am America. I am the PTA mom, the factory worker, the teacher, the police officer, the grocery store worker, the nurse, the soldier, the office staff, the mechanic, the small business owner, the “worker bee”. I am the person who makes things happen – the person who rescues puppies, walks for cancer and fights for causes. I am the motor that