Hey there, New Haveners – and happy 2018! In celebrating the first week of the new year, I took a page from intrepid New Haven Independent reporters (and friends) Tom Breen and Markeshia Ricks and suited up to try to find a story out in the snow. After the much-awaited (and maligned) “bomb cyclone’ hit […]
New Years Eve Drum Circle – Chris Randall
There will be an end of the year African Drumming Circle and potluck on New Years Eve at the African American Cultural Center at Yale (211 Park Street) from 5:00pm- 6:30pm, lead by Tatchol Camara. For more info call or email Tachol at 203-887-2737 or tatcholcamara@gmail.com Tatchol runs the New Haven School for African Drum […]
Kwanzaa at City Hall by Gary
On Tuesday, the day after Christmas, many members of the New Haven community gathered at city hall on a cold winter evening to celebrate culture, community and Kwanzaa. Below are some of the images from that celebration. More images in the Facebook Gallery
Vibe Session at Manjares – Charisse Cenabre
Last week, we wrote how Desmone Gambrell wanted to bring the community together through art in her first event Vibe Session 1. Yesterday that event was held, and she definitely brought the community together. In an event full of nothing but positive vibes and togetherness, people came together to express themselves or to listen to […]
A Sanctuary Christmas – Lucy Gellman
Hey there, New Haveners! It’s been a little while (whoops), as I’ve learned about the stresses that being an editor can sometimes bring. But I’ve also learned how not stressful my life is compared to so many in our community. Our beautiful, diverse, community. And that is what today’s photos are about. Last week, I […]
Smart Holiday Party at Bregamos – Chris Randall
City Clerk Mike Smart hosted a holiday party at Bregamos Community Theater Saturday night in Erector Square. The place was packed wall to wall with many elected leaders, community activists, and residents; even Joe Ganim was there. Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim and City Town Clerk Mike Smart Anthony Consiglio and Celestino Cordova Tanisha was feeding […]