Back in the 1800s, the concept of a world without boundaries was about globalization and interests of countries.
The idea was that by removing boundaries, there would be an upward swing in pride as international citizens. However, a maximum supremacy is attained without borders, but its a long road to travel for this objective.
The Stars and Stripes became the flag of the United States of America back in June 14, 1777. At Betsy Ross' house in Philadelphia is reportedly the site where this famous seamstress and flag-maker lived when she sewed our first American Flag.
In our home, flag day is every day. It is obvious to any visitor who enters my home, who can see countless US flags adorning the inside and outside.
After yet another breakdown for the second time so far this year, a group of passengers had to descend and walk from the top of "Cyclone" roller coaster in Coney Island, NYC.
Several people slowly climbed down the wooden structure after the train they were traveling in stopped at one of the highest parts of the route.
No injuries were reported and several passengers later explained to local media they heard a loud pop before the vehicle stopped.
Today will be 57th edition of New York’s annual Puerto Rican Parade, with floats, marchers, dancers and much more to attract millions of spectators and tens of thousands of participants.
This national event is so well known and the parade is so popular that NYC residents anywhere in the vicinity can expect traffic and other congestion.
Rita Moreno to cruise down 5th Avenue as grand marshal of Puerto Rican Day Parade http://7online.com/781064/ via @ABC7NY
Just get out there and do it now before you waste the day away.
Participants from federal agencies, nonprofit organizations and the recreation industry are teaming up to host the 8th annual National Get Outdoors Day (GO Day) to encourage healthy, active outdoor fun at sites across the nation.
The future is now. Net Neutrality may be here to stay. Back in February the Federal Communications Commission passed an Open Internet Order to reclassify broadband as a utility under Title II of the Communications Act.
This is the mechanism the agency uses to protect against throttling, blocking, and content fast lanes. Almost four months later, these new net neutrality protections have finally gone into effect.
USA East Coast will be a steam bath today and storms will pelt the Rockies and Great Lakes region.
Expect showers and t-storms across the U.S., including the Rockies, the Plains and the Great Lakes. T-storms are also moving from the Gulf Coast to the Tennessee Valley, as well as in New England.
THE REGIONAL WEATHER SUMMARY...
ENJOY MULTILINGUAL CITY ISLAND TOURS WHICH ARE NOW AVAILABLE IN SEVERAL LANGUAGES
CITY ISLAND IS THE BEST KEPT SECRET IN NEW YORK CITY http://www.cityislandchamber.org/
Designed for international tourists and visitors who are interested in testing their multilingual skills.
CITY IMAGES offers fascinating City Island Tours in English, Chinese, and Spanish. See the sights, learn the history, savor the seafood and enjoy it all.
NYC is the immigration capital of this country and it is definitely among the most international of global cities. No other city on earth can offer the kind of melting pot diversity one gets from walking the streets. As such, it is only appropriate that there be a top-notch tour guide of City Island in an array of languages to welcome our international friends.
City Images goes above and beyond its already amazing offering of specialty tours, bringing you the Multilingual Tour. Choose a tour in a language that makes you feel most at home, whether it’s in English, Chinese, or Spanish. Other languages are available.
CITY IMAGES: www.cimages.me (212) 300-7492 Post Office Box 147 City Island, NYC, NY 10464
Celebrate what is wonderful about New Rochelle: this Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm.
The Big Read, Tom Sawyer, Canna Lilies, Fence Painting, Great Produce and Foods, Outdoor Dining, Friends and Free Music and Theater.
Market Schedule:
9:00 Market Opens
9:00 - 2:00 Canna Lily Sale Benefiting the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
10:00 - 2:00 FREE NRCA “Arts Encounters” - Big Read Fence - Painting Party
11:00 -12 Noon FREE Live Music - The Banjo Rascals
11:00 - 2:00 Alfresco Dining- A Place 2 Go
12 Noon - 2:00 FREE Theater Performance - Big Read Reader’s Theater Troupe
2:00 Market Closes for the Day
Summer = New Rochelle’s “BIG READ”.
Join the market festivities launching this annual NR Public Library community happening.
The seemingly enormous picket fence that Tom Sawyer tricked his friends into painting will be replicated on Library Green, and all are invited to join in the fun of painting it!
In conjunction with New Rochelle’s Big Read of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, the New Rochelle Council on the Arts will host an "Arts Encounter" that is also a family-friendly party taking Tom’s task to a joyful level.. A long white fence will be installed so that children and adults of all ages can go to town, decorating it with a painted image, a favorite quote, or a bit of poetry that they have created—or participants can select from a supply of vintage New Rochelle scenes and Mark Twain quotes.
Materials and encouragement will be provided.
Live music by the Banjo Rascals from 11:00 am – 12:00 noon
and a performance by the Big Read Reader’s Theater Troupe will add to the festivities. If the weather is too windy or rainy, the performances will take place in the library’s Ossie Davis Theater.
Canna Lily Plant Sale supporting The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
New Rochelleans Trish and Robert Pizzonia return to the market this year to sell their Canna Lily plants (grown by them right here in New Rochelle). All proceeds go to the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, a foundation that funds research and family services for children with brain tumors. Robert is a former New Rochelle Fire Lieutenant and a member of Empire HOG – for Harley Owners Club, which also raises money for the foundation. We invited the club to display their Harleys one Saturday morning at the market.
Canna lilies, big and bold with tropical-like foliage and large flowers, offer long-lasting color in the garden. They are also low maintenance, easy to grow and last until the first frost. Stop by their stand and Trish and Robert will introduce you to the stunning world of canna lilies.
What a beautiful way to do good. And that’s what our market is all about!
Vendors:
Migliorelli Farms Fresh from the Farm Produce & Orchard Fruits
Dine Meats Farm Raised Beef and Pork
Gourmet Home Chefs Gourmet Soups and Salads
Monroe Culinary - Dining Lab Special Tastes from Monroe’s Culinary School
Crumble Bee Bake Shop Artisan Baked Goods-Brownies, Cupcakes and Cookies
Pain Le Bris Artisanal Breads
Sweet Things & Wild Thyme Local Honey, Syrup and Body Products
Pura Vida Fisheries Freshly Caught Fish & Seafood
The Luscious Little Dessert Company Lusciously Baked Pies, Cookies and Cakes
R&R Produce Naturally Grown Vegetables and Orchard Fruits
Zest Foods Spices and Surprises
Young Tycoons Sweets & Treats: Popcorn & Cotton Candy Stand
Yona’s Delight Hummus, Baba Ghanush, Falafel
ArtisanNR Local Artisans crafting for the future
Trish and Robert’s Canna Lillies Canna Lilly Sale for Charity
Green Mountain Energy Renewable Energy for your Home
NR Future (in partnership with RDRXR) NR’s Voice for a Revitalized Downtown
NR Council of Community Organizations Learn What’s Happening in Your Community
ALFRESCO DINING
11:00-2:00 pm
A Place 2 Go – Caribbean Cuisine
Caribbean cuisine meets American soul at Downtown New Rochelle’s A Place to Go, which recently won a rave review from the New York Times. Read what the times and, well everyone, is saying about this new downtown dining destination.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for New York on 6/11, from 10 AM - 10 PM.
Active children and adults, and people with respiratory problems, such as asthma, should reduce prolonged or heavy exertion outdoors.
For more information, visit the National Weather Service at http://1.usa.gov/1IvUhrh or the Department of Environmental Conservation at http://on.ny.gov/1mwcYS5.