Category Archives: Parks
Dyckman Farmhouse Museum
Earlier in the week, I had the opportunity to visit the historic Dutch Colonial style farmhouse on Broadway and 204th St., just down the street from where I live. William Dyckman built the house after the American Revolutionary War and … Continue reading
Filed under History, Local things to do, Parks
Inwood Stars
Did you know that this year is the International Year of Astronomy? I didn’t either, so it’s a happy coincidence that I picked this year to start stargazing! Prior to this weekend, my stargazing experience consisted of one outing to … Continue reading
Filed under Local things to do, Parks
Inwood Hill Park
I like to go on walks in on the weekends. There are so many things to do and explore! For example: The Shorakapok Preserve in the Park preserves the last remaining natural forest and salt marsh in Manhattan. I love … Continue reading
Filed under Parks
Notes from Town Hall Meeting, June 25
I attended my first Town Hall meeting in the neighbourhood last night at Northeastern Academy on W. 215th St. There were representatives from a number of agencies, including the 34th Precinct, Dept. of Parks & Rec, and the MTA. It … Continue reading
Filed under Community Meetings, Parks, Street Life
