This past September, we let you know about the first annual Cypher Fest, a celebration of creativity and art on Staten Island. The event was orchestrated by The NYC Arts Cypher, a fixture along the Bay Street corridor. In the clip embedded in this post, stills and video illustrate how much of the art for the festival was created and in some cases even bring viewers behind the scenes look at the works in various stages of completion.
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Jazz, Salsa, and Art: Culture On Staten Island In October 2016
A trio of cultural events grace the shores of Staten Island in the next two weeks, and we recommed that you check them all out!
QUIZ: Which Staten Island Pizza Should You Eat Tonight?
Staten Island is known for having some of the best pizza in New York City, but sometimes with so much variety, it’s tough to choose between one great restaurant or another. That’s why we put together this fun little quiz, which will give you a suggestion as to which pizza you should be chomping tonight!
Where To Find The Fall 2016 This Way on Bay Print Edition
It’s fall, and that means there’s a new Fall 2016 edition of This Way on Bay for your reading pleasure. We’ve distributed the first batch across the north shore of Staten island at some easy to find locations. Below, you can see a map of all of the locations currently carrying our newsletter.
WATCH: Could Staten Island (and Other Parts of NYC) Be Under Water Within 200 Years?
When the ocean moves into populated areas, it takes liberties with the man-made structures in its way. Unfortunately, there are many Staten Islanders who have experienced this fist hand in 2012’s Superstorm Sandy.
This Saturday: “Cypher Fest” Brings World-Renowned Street Artists To Staten Island
This Saturday, September 10th from 2pm to 8pm, NYC Arts Cypher is hosting “Cypher Fest.” This first annual art festival consists of both international and local artists working towards a common goal, beautifying the neighborhood. This first annual fest boasts the talents of world-renowned street artists such as Jorit Agoch, Crisp, & Sipros
WATCH: Don Arangio’s Timelapse Is The Fastest Staten Island Ferry Experience You’ll Ever Have
Don Arangio, a native of St. George, made this short and interesting video as “the next best thing” for those of you who “can’t ride the ferry today”
The Guggenheim Treasure: $20+ Million In Silver Sits Off The Coast Of Staten Island
Staten Island doesn’t have a lot in common with Robert Louis Stevenson’s “Treasure Island,” except for the fact that both islands have a treasure to be found. Only, the treasure that Staten Island boasts, is non-fictional. Some know of it as The Guggenheim Treasure.
ABC’s Nightline Features Air Guitar World Champion, Staten Islander Matt Burns
As you may have heard, there’s a new Air Guitar World Champion… and he’s from Staten Island. On Friday, August 26th, Matt “Airistotle” Burns, was crowned the best Air Guitar Player in the world.
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: Who Are ‘The Staten Island 50’ …Under 50?
We’re going to take a crack at making our own list of 50 Influential Staten Islanders under 50. But we need your help. We obviously don’t know everyone on this island. But with our powers combined, we can find them all!
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