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The Antique Car Club’s Fall Show Is Rolling In! Page 1
DIY Storage Hacks to Make Your Small Bathroom Shine
Avoid Vacation Packing Fails With 3 Easy Tricks Page 2
New to Real Estate Investing? Here’s What Not to Do
Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars Page 3
Symphony Nights, Soul Food Delights, and Historic Sights Page 4
One Last Summer Hurrah! As summer winds down, August brings one last burst of sun-filled excitement across Staten Island and New Jersey. Whether you’re grooving to the sounds of India, stepping back in time at a historic fair, or feasting on global soul food, these events celebrate culture, connection, and tradition. It’s the perfect time to embrace the rich diversity around us, honor local history, and soak up every last drop of warm‑weather fun before fall rolls in. Don’t miss these unforgettable end-of-summer experiences!
New Jersey Symphony: The Music of India With Kulture Kool Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025, at 6 p.m. NJSymphony.org/events Get ready to groove under the stars! On Aug. 13, head to Provost Square Plaza for a vibrant evening of rhythm, color, and culture as the New Jersey Symphony Chamber Players team up with Kulture Kool dancers and sitar maestro Indrajit Roy-Chowdhury. From soulful Hindustani melodies to toe-tapping Bollywood themes, this Chamber Music After Hours performance is a full-on celebration of India’s musical magic. It’s your passport to a dazzling, dance-filled summer night in Jersey City. Sing along, clap to the beat, and maybe even bust a move!
Richmond County Fair Saturday, Aug. 30 – Monday, Sept. 1, 2025 HistoricRichmondTown.org/rcf Step right up for a Labor Day weekend like no other at the Richmond County Fair! Since 1895, this beloved Staten Island tradition has served a spirited mix of local flavor, family fun, and living history. Hosted by Historic Richmond Town, the fair features carnival rides, games, live music, and tasty food contests, plus hands-on history with costumed interpreters and reenactments. New this year: Adults 21 and up can sip on whiskey and cocktails inside an 1820s tavern! Come celebrate the past, party in the present, and support the preservation of this Staten Island landmark!
New York City Soul Food Festival Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025 NYCSoulFoodFestival.com Prepare to feed your soul! The NYC Soul Food Festival 2025 returns at Staten Island’s Snug Harbor Botanical Garden. Celebrate the heart and heritage of diverse cultures through sizzling soul food, live music, fashion, art, and community spirit. From global bites to a dazzling runway show and family-friendly fun, this event is open to all who wish to come! Feel the rhythm, taste the flavor, and join the movement that brings people together with every beat and bite.
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