Culture
News, history, and critiques of arts and culture from Yonkers.
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Yonkers Pride Parade 2024 [Photo Gallery]
The 2024 Yonkers Pride Festival marked its 7th annual celebration on Saturday, June 8, 2024 in downtown Yonkers.
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When Yonkers Denied, the National and State Registers Obliged; Messiah Baptist Church Declared Historic Place
On May 28, 2024, Messiah Baptist Church celebrated its addition to the National Register of Historic Places with Rev. Al Sharpton.
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Battle of the Boroughs Yonkers Edition: Break Dancing Event on June 15, 2024
Yonkers to host the 2024 Battle of the Boroughs Break Dancing Event, marking the city’s pioneering role in launching a break-dancing league.
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Arts As Service: The 320 Arts Mission with Katori Walker and Evan Bishop
For creative power couple Evan Bishop and Katori Walker of 320 Arts (named after their mutual birthday of March 20), art is more than just a hobby and a shared pursuit—it’s an act of service with the purpose of empowerment. 320 Arts entire mission is, as Evan Bishop explains, “to beautify communities and empower people…
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Stone Carver Barbara Segal Brings Art and Function to Yonkers Spaces
Local artist Barbara Segal merged classical stone carving techniques with modern American aesthetics, shaping the identity of Yonkers.
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Comedian Carlos Alazraqui Earns Praise Voicing Popular Animated Characters
Carlos Alazraqui, the voice behind iconic characters, continues to captivate audiences over four decades in entertainment.
