Despite unseasonably cool temps in the low 60s, the 2025 Freddy Fixer Parade brought warmth and energy to the streets of New Haven. Thousands lined Dixwell Avenue to cheer on marching bands, drill teams, dancers, community groups, and motorcycle clubs in one of the city’s most cherished annual traditions. The parade celebrated Black culture, local […]
PAL – New Haven Police Activity League
The New Haven Police Activity League (PAL) (wwwnewhavenpal.com) is a community-focused organization dedicated to fostering positive relationships between law enforcement and the youth of New Haven, Connecticut. By offering a variety of programs—including boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, basketball clinics, baking classes, and a summer camp—PAL provides children and teens with opportunities for personal growth, discipline, and […]
The New Haven Church Founded by Slaves
Varick Memorial American Methodist Episcopal (AME) Zion Church was founded by thirty-five enslaved Black methodists 1818. The church they were fleeing was segregated. They were denied even the simplest act of communion and were forced to worship in a space separated from the whites. and risked severe punishment to break away from an oppressive system. […]
New Haven and Yale Snow From Above
New Haven sure did look pretty covered in snow! I’ve been lining these shots up in my head ever since I got my remote pilots license for my drone. It finally snowed a decent amount! These photos were all taken between 1:00am and 5:00am this morning. Snow is so uncommon here now, I had to […]
A night in the Museum: Morning/Mourning
Last night for the first time ever, the Yale Peabody Museum hosted a musical perforce. The initiative was spearheaded by, and in collaboration with the Yale Schwarzman Center. Gelsey Bell’s opera Morning//Mourning explores a world where humanity has vanished, leaving nature to reclaim the Earth. Through an ensemble of five vocalists and multi-instrumentalists, the opera […]
Change in the Air Street Festival
The Change in the Air Festival (CITA) is a block party-style festival that celebrates Black and Brown culture through craft beer, food, music, art, and community. The festival also supports people of color and diversifies the craft beer industry Check out some highlights of yesterday’s fourth annual Change in the Air Festival at CITA PARK below. […]