The East Bronx History Forum is pleased to announce its 190th meeting on Wednesday, December 18th at 7:30 p.m.

 

 Dear East Bronx History Forum Member,

The East Bronx History Forum is pleased to announce its 190th meeting on Wednesday, December 18th at 7:30 p.m. in the lower level of St. Clare of AssisiistoryvForum Member, Church, located at 1027 Rhinelander Avenue. Parking is available halfway north of the Church on Paulding Avenue.

Kayla Mackey has worked for NYC Parks in the Bronx since 2017, first as an Urban Park Ranger and currently as Project Development Coordinator for Hart Island. Through her career, she has found joy in learning about the Bronx and connecting others to the deep history of the borough. With the project to restore the Orchard Beach Pavilion underway, this is a perfect time to learn about what the park was like before the beach was built. During Orchard Beach, Before the Beach, is the title of her presentation where Kayla will talk about the different ways Pelham Bay Park served as a place for fun and relaxation over the centuries and will share many historical maps and photos.

The entrance to this free event is on Paulding Avenue in Msgr. Joseph Raimondo Hall. The EBHF is a 501(c)3 non-profit chartered by the New York State Education Department. Donations are always accepted and can be made through our website BronxNYC.com. We have had trouble instituting Zoom for members unable to attend in person. Please go to our website: BronxNYC.com for updates on it. Additionally, remember to follow us on our Facebook and Instagram pages for the most current updates or information. We look forward to seeing you.

Dorothy A. Krynicki, Secretary 

Pavilion at Orchard Beach. Photo credit: New York City Department of Parks.