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Our 1st Paint and Sip Class!

The ladies had a blast painting and sipping. Thank you to for coordinating! Stay tuned for our next class!

A Message from Terhi Edwards, Our Board President.

As Board President of KRVC and Manager of Douglas Elliman Real Estate in Riverdale, seeing our community prosper is important to me. I began working with KRVC in 2017 when Tracy Shelton offered me the opportunity to become Board President. Over the years, I have noticed the great effort that KRVC has put into improving the community of Riverdale. I wanted to help and give back to the community which has given me and my family so much. I am very proud of KRVC and how much it has helped advance Kingsbridge, Riverdale, Van Cortlandt and the surrounding communities. I look forward and anticipate even more success to come in the future.

We graduated!

KRVC has completed our grant through NYC SBS.

What we have accomplished:

Small Business Spotlights
Podcasts
Merchant Meetings
Four workshops
Providing promo materials to small businesses
Riverdale Small Business Week
A community cleanup
A Taste of Riverdale Walking Tour
Ex*****on of a community mural with our board member
Bringing the SBS Mobile Unit to Riverdale Ave
Bringing on an additional 10 new members to
Sponsoring the circus and trolley for The Riverdale Block Party.
And so much more!

It was an honor to be 1 of 10 organizations in NYC to be selected! It is always an honor to represent Riverdale. Thank you for this opportunity!

The seeds have been planted. Now, let's grow as a community!

KRVC is excited to announce our Book Club Leader, Cara Kagan!

Cara Kagan is a writer and musician who has contributed to many national magazines, including W, Self, Shape, Town & Country, Fitness, Glamour, Real Simple, InStyle, Harper’s Bazaar, and The New York Post Alexa section.

She got her start writing style and beauty in the trenches as an editor for the fashion and beauty bible "Women's Wear Daily," and then went on to become beauty and fitness director for both YM and Mode magazines.

She is most proud of creating Girl magazine, the first multi-cultural and multi-size fashion and beauty magazine for teens. Despite her wild hair, sensible shoes, and decidedly “basic” fashion sense, she also served as the Beauty and Fitness Director of Elle magazine for several years.

In 1990, her Grandma Ruth Appelbaum insisted on inviting Andrew Kagan to her 90th birthday party completely against her wishes. They married in 1992. They have two grey and white rescue kitties, Mouse and Clyde, and live in The Bronx.

While she still mainly sings and plays guitar for her cats and guitar teacher, she hopes that one day soon, she will finally get up the nerve to perform at an Open Mic.

Join us tomorrow evening for our gallery opening. We are so thrilled to showcase the work of

Refreshments to be served!

See you there!

KRVC Welcomes Our Event and Volunteer Coordinator, Angie Rivera!

Angie Rivera was born and raised in the South Bronx and moved to Riverdale in 2008.

She started working for The City University of New York (CUNY) in 2005, earning degrees in Studio Art and Public Administration with a concentration in Data Management & Communications from Hunter College and John Jay College.

Angie volunteered as an art mentor for Free Arts NYC from 2012 until 2020. Free Arts NYC is a non-profit organization that provides mentorship and educational services to homeless, neglected and under-served children and families of New York City.

Angie began volunteering for the 4Bronx Project in 2022, assisting with the domestic violence shelter events, and co-organizing the Boo! on Mosholu, Candy Cane Lane and Mosholu Loves You events. She also helps produce the 4Bronx CommuniTea Podcast, and oversees Community Karaoke at the KRVC Community Space.

Angie sees her volunteer work as a way to repay those who helped her overcome her challenges during her time in the NYC foster care system.

We are thrilled to announce our Art Director, Nina Seigenfeld Velazquez!

Nina Seigenfeld Velazquez is a visual artist/ curator from the Northwest Bronx. She attended the School of Visual Arts in the early 1980’s . While there she and a fellow fine arts student, Mario Fernandez co founded The New Math Gallery, one of the premier galleries during the East Village art movement of the early 1980’s.
After closing the New Math gallery she worked as an independent art dealer matching artists to corporate collectors.
Seigenfeld/ Velazquez took a break from the art world from 1988- 2005 in order to raise her 6 children. She worked within the Riverdale community as the gallery director at the Riverdale Y from 2007-2009 and parent coordinator at P.S. 81 since 2003. Nina has taught art in after school programs, community centers and privately for the past 20 years. She is passionate about bringing community together through the arts and is thrilled to be a part of KRVC.

Open Call!
Are you a Bronx artist and would like to be featured in our gallery? Please reach out to Nina at [email protected]

We are also planning an art fair in November and art classes for kids! More details to come!

Meet Shari Hall!
Chief Financial Official/Assistant Director

​Shari Hall joined KRVC in October 2008 with a public relations and marketing background. Ms. Hall currently manages day-to-day operations of KRVC. A former Kingsbridge native who moved out of the area and then returned to Riverdale to raise her family of two daughters, Ms. Hall is very committed to our community.  Both of Ms. Hall’s daughters are PS 81 graduates.  In addition to her personal and nostalgic interest, Ms. Hall is also vested in revitalizing this neighborhood so it continues to be a viable place to live in the Bronx.  She believes that preservation and development of the local stores, businesses and schools are vital to the survival of any community.  Through the efforts of KRVC and like-minded organizations, she hopes we can obtain this goal.

KRVC Welcomes Our New Executive Director!

Laura Levine-Pinedo (she/her) is a true Bronx girl. She was raised on W238th St and Review Place. She has over 20 years of experience in the restaurant and hospitality industry, and holds a BA in International Business.

In 2020, Laura founded The 4Bronx Project. The origin of The 4Bronx name comes from Laura being raised by her grandmother in apartment 4B. The 4Bronx takes what Laura learned in the home, and expands it borough-wide. Many times, Bronx stories are not told. Laura couldn't let that happen to her grandma. The 4Bronx Project was founded to ensure her Mema's spirit and legacy would continue.

In her opinion, The Bronx has been the forgotten borough for decades. Laura is excited to do her part to change that narrative by always putting The Bronx first. Currently, Laura is the first point of contact for (4) Bronx shelters. She directly services over 600 families with resources and entertainment. She has produced: carnivals, holiday parties, back-to-school events, self-love events, community libraries, and so much more. She would like to thank all of the volunteers and community partners that help make the magic happen! They are the local heroes! Her gratitude to them is immeasurable.

In addition, The 4Bronx Project also aims to promote and embrace the greater Riverdale community. Laura co-organizes: Riverdale Pride, Riverdale Restaurant Week, The Riverdale Easter Egg Hunt, BOO! On Mosholu, The Riverdale Women's Celebration, and so much more! She also produces small business spotlights, and has her own podcast, "The 4Bronx CommuniTea Podcast."

In 2023, Laura began as a small business resource specialist with The Bronx Chamber of Commerce and the NYC Small Business Resource Network. Her training has made her an advocate for Bronx businesses by providing resources to Bronx entrepreneurs. Some resources include: financing, marketing, legal, business strategy, and MWBE city and state certification.

Laura is passionate about creating a more inclusive community and giving a voice to Bronxites. She is enthusiastic about her new position and strengthening community partnerships. She feels honored to have been trained by Tracy Shelton, her predecessor, who laid the groundwork for many more great things to come. Thank you to the KRVC board for believing in her mission as well. Together, with your help, let's make our community thrive!

Laura is grateful for her husband, Andrew. She credits her mother for being a positive role model in business and life. Laura speaks fluent Spanish. She enjoys singing and traveling.

You can reach Laura directly at [email protected].

*The Interim period is 7/1/24-6/30/26.

We are so excited to have back this Sunday, June 23rd 5-7 pm at beautiful grounds! Thanks to for helping to make this happen — bring your picnic and enjoy a beautiful evening

A message from our Cultural Program Director: I have some news to share. I will be leaving KRVC at the end of June. I want to let you all know how grateful I am for the experiences I have had through my role here, and I’m even more grateful for all the wonderful people I have met and worked with.
I started working with KRVC in 2011. My kids were young and it was important to me to help build the artistic and cultural life in our community.
There are countless artists who I have gotten to know and who I truly admire. It’s been a privilege to work with so many talented people. Through all the concerts and art shows and readings, etc. that we have produced, the music and paintings and poems and books have enriched my life immeasurably and meant a great deal to me.
There are too many people to individually thank who made it possibly for me to do my job gracefully and often under pressure. I so appreciate all of you who have showed up, brought your expertise, and been a part of this thriving art community.
Big love to the KRVC team, the amazing women who have kept KRVC going through good times and hard times. A special thanks to Tracy for bringing me on in the beginning.
I am very pleased to let you all know Nina Seigenfeld Velazquez will be taking my place. Our new Interim Executive Director, Laura Levine-Pinedo, will be sharing more information about Nina soon. I know the new team is going to do amazing things and I’m so excited for all of them.
I will be continuing to pursue my own independent projects. Most recently I wrote and directed a short film (for more info follow me ). And I will definitely be seeing you around the neighborhood!

With tremendous gratitude and love,
Linda

Join us today for this helpful, informative seminar - 6-7pm at our space, 505 West 236th Street

Today from 12-3 pm at 3732 Riverdale Ave Small Business Services will have a Mobile Unit — it is a resource for small businesses, as well as job seekers. Come on by!

Wonderful book club yesterday discussing Rose Code by

Thursday, March 28th at 7pm — join us for a discussion with Bronx artist
Jordan will show us some of his latest work and share with us the story of his recovery and challenges from brain cancer and how it lead to a life in the arts—

Special announcement — great things ahead for KRVC and under the guidance of Laura Levine-Pinedo, and tremendous gratitude to Tracy McCabe Shelton and the entire KRVC staff including .1722 and for all their years of service and hard work!

Don’t miss it — tonight, an evening of poetry celebrating the voices of the + community with this amazing group of writers Lee Huttner and — come on by, this event is free and open to the public

Great annual meeting this week, thanks for the wonderful photo by — 1722 Simona Pop Elaine Terrell Amy Perry Mego Gojka Regina DiStadio Maria Caveda Judith McVey Daniel Grabin Petr Stand Howie Kamiel

Join us this Wed Nov 17th 7pm at 505BX for a conversation with Deshawn Burton and Ciara Miller about their book “Growing Up My Parents Would Say Things Like” —

Thanks to everyone who came out to our annual Halloween party — one of our favorite events all year!
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Coming up this Saturday, Nov 4th at 8pm, bring back the ‘80’s party sponsored by at — going to be serious fun, see you there!

Happy Halloween 🎃 👻 come by 505BX today from 3-7pm for candy, crafts, music and more Halloween fun, we can’t wait to see your costumes — 505 West 236th Street

Today! 1-4 pm join us for some Halloween fun on this gorgeous day

This Thursday, October 26th
7:00 pm at 505BX
505 West 236th Street, Bronx

We are thrilled to have an incredible group of writers sharing their work including:
Kay Bell, the 2023-2025 Bronx Poet Laureate
Brian Higgins, a member of the Kappock Street Poets
Greg McDonald, winner of the Discovery/ The Nation poetry contest
Stephanie Pacheco, the 2023 New York City Youth Poet Laureate and the Inaugural New York State Youth Poet Laureate
See you then!

We are soooo excited about tomorrow's (Sunday, Oct. 15th) concert and art exhibition, Henry Hudson Park, 2-5 pm, two great bands, 22 amazing fine artists, click on the link to learn more, see you there!

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Tonight, Oct 12th, “Visual Fields” by Janice DeMarino opens at Gallery 505, 7-9pm, live music with and refreshments
505 West 236th St, Bronx

More amazing artists who will be showing their work this Sunday at our concert and art exhibit in Henry Hudson Park, Oct 15th, 2-5pm

See you then! ❤️

Artists and Justin Shelton will be at our concert and art exhibition this Sunday, Oct 2-5pm in Henry Hudson Park

More fantastic Bronx artists, pieces by .art and Lydia Gonzalez — they will all be showing their work this Sunday at Henry Hudson Park 2-5pm at our Arts in the Park celebration