Kiting as Life and Craft on Long Beach Pier
Joe Strode, the kiteman of Long Beach, runs Made in Japan on Belmont Plaza and hosts an International Kite Club gathering weekly. He showcases Japanese and global kites, teaches DIY builds, and demonstrates Korean fighters while praising offshore winds and the creative, personal nature of kite art.
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Black families in Northern Westchester face social barriers
In Westchester suburbs like Rye and Bedford, black residents report mixed receptions from white neighbors on moving in. While some hosts show warmth, others omit invitations to social events. Black leaders describe efforts to participate without being tokenized, noting lingering questions about integration and acceptance amid rising property values and busy civic roles.
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Chayity Enister
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Rye Colony
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