Series Written by Dennis Harvell The 161st Crossroads | The Price of the Intersection | Episode 3 The thing about moving in silence is that the Bronx has a way of turning up the volume when you least expect it. I had spent the last two weeks convinced I was a ghost, a shadow slipping… Continue reading The 161st Crossroads – The Price of the Intersection, Episode 3
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The 161st Crossroads: The Sound of the Envelope, Episode 2
Series Written by Dennis Harvell The 161st Crossroads | The Sound of the Envelope | Episode 2 The moment the heavy cream envelope touched my palm, the geometry of the Bronx shifted. The intersection of 161st and Grand Concourse, which only minutes ago had felt like the center of the known universe, was now just… Continue reading The 161st Crossroads: The Sound of the Envelope, Episode 2
The 161st Crossroads: The Geometry of the Corner, Episode 1
Series Written by Dennis Harvell The 161st Crossroads | The Geometry of the Corner | Episode 1 The intersection of 161st Street and the Grand Concourse isn’t just a map coordinate; it’s a living, breathing scales of justice. To the uninitiated, it’s a blur of Art Deco limestone and the metallic shriek of the 4‑train… Continue reading The 161st Crossroads: The Geometry of the Corner, Episode 1
Boogie Down Bronx: Origin & Legacy
Written and original art by Dennis Harvell The Boogie Down Bronx 🏙️Bronx Boogies – Steel, Stone, Story The name “The Boogie Down Bronx” isn’t just a catchy phrase—it’s a declaration of cultural energy, resilience, and the birthplace of hip-hop. 🎶 Brief Flavorable History of the Boogie Down Bronx The nickname “The Boogie Down Bronx” was popularized in… Continue reading Boogie Down Bronx: Origin & Legacy
Enter at Your Own Risk
Written and original art by Dennis Harvell 🗽 Enter at Your Own Risk” But Risk What, Exactly? They say “Welcome to the Bronx” like it’s a dare. Like you’re stepping into something wild, unpredictable, maybe even dangerous. And you know what? They’re not wrong. But the risk isn’t what you think. You risk falling in… Continue reading Enter at Your Own Risk
The Five Boroughs of NYC
Written and original art by Dennis Harvell The Five Boroughs Of NYC New York City’s five boroughs—Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island—form a vibrant mosaic of culture, history, and urban life. Each borough is its own county, with distinct neighborhoods, landmarks, and rhythms that together shape the city’s global identity. From the towering… Continue reading The Five Boroughs of NYC
Sesame Street
By Dennis Harvell Sesame Street premiered on November 10, 1969—56 years ago today—and forever changed the landscape of children’s television. It was born in the Bronx’s cultural shadow and built to educate, uplift, and reflect real communities. 📺 The History & Impact of Sesame Street 1. Origins Rooted in Equity Sesame Street was created… Continue reading Sesame Street
A Caricature of the Bronx
Written and original art by Dennis Harvell This isn’t just a caricature — it’s a living archive. A mural in motion. A Bronx-born heartbeat. It invites viewers to see the borough not through headlines or clichés, but through color, culture, and community. 🎨Graffiti and Street Art The Bronx” spelled out in bold, expressive graffiti —… Continue reading A Caricature of the Bronx