Tag: Park Avenue Viaduct

  • NYC is Greener Than Its Suburbs

    NYC is Greener Than Its Suburbs

    (but you knew that) Borough President Mark Levine highlighted an article in the NY Times that mapped energy usage (carbon footprint) on a district-by-district basis and showed the stark contrast between dense urban areas with many public transit options and car-centric suburbs: East Harlem Featured in War Era Propaganda Film An amazing film from 1945…

  • Jacques d’Amboise

    Jacques d’Amboise

    On Frederick Douglass Blvd. near West 138th Street is a historical marker for Jacques d’Amboise. Jacques d’Amboise was a ballet dancer, choreographer, actor, and educator. He joined the New York City Ballet in 1949 and was named principal dancer in 1953, and later choreographed over 15 ballets for them over his career. He most famously…

  • How To Get Rid Of Stuff?

    How To Get Rid Of Stuff?

    Not Sure How To Get Rid Of Your Stuff? Paint, batteries, electronics—even clothing—there’s always something we don’t need taking up valuable space. Some items can live a second life with someone else, or may need to be safely disposed. We can help! Visit nyc.gov/HowToGetRidOf and use our search tool to find your disposal options. If you didn’t receive our…

  • HNBA October Meeting – Tuesday, October 11th

    HNBA October Meeting – Tuesday, October 11th

    (and yes, you’re invited!) HNBA’s October meeting will be on Zoom, tomorrow, Tuesday, October 11th, at 7:00 PM.   We’re going to have representatives from the MTA presenting on, and answering questions about the project to replace the MetroNorth viaduct from East 115th Street up to East 123rd Street – while the trains continue to roll…