Irony: A Queer and Nuyorican Crossroads by Charlie Vazquez
I was born and raised in the Bronx in the 1970s and 1980s. My childhood was, in many ways, a classic Nuyorican postcard snapshot—quenepas, Fania, […]
Month: June 2015
Next Stop by Ivan Sanchez
As I sit on this subway car, I wonder how I can explain this experience, yes I called it an experience, this book was much […]
Down these mean streets by Piri Thomas
Do you remember the first book that you ever read? I still do, the first book I read was “Down these mean streets” by Piri […]
Rise to Grace by Angel Huertas
Growing up in this urban jungle, young Latino men have to make their own way, somehow. The choices presented are not many, and unfortunately many […]
War Against All Puerto Ricans by Nelson Denis
When it comes to the history of Puerto Rico, shamefully I am a blank canvas. Puerto Rico was allegedly discovered by Cristobal Colon, and other […]
Viva Loisaidafest!
I’m relatively new to a lot of places, terms, people and events when it comes to Puerto Rico’s history, and Latino history overall. That’s why […]
Capicu Cultural Showcase
The Capicu Cultural showcase is in it’s 8th year if I’m not mistaken. I have been attending “The People’s Open Mic” for about 3 years now. […]
Why is El Sofa is Covered in Plastic
I just thought of the sad excuse for a sofa that I have at home. It’s pretty beaten up, even torn on many parts. My wife […]