Articles by Arturo Conde

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A Self-Guided Graffiti Tour of Brooklyn Part II

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While some of New York’s best graffiti spots may be hidden or inaccessible, aficionados can still find a variety of artwork, including throw-ups, murals, stencils and wheatpastes, just a short ... Read more..

Bright Books, Big City: Four Literary Ways to Rediscover NYC

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The short winter days are conducive to indoor activities like reading, but that doesn’t mean that you should live by the seat of your armchair. Books like travel are about ... Read more..

Revisiting the Golden Age of Hollywood in Jersey City

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Imagine a movie theater that can transport people to the golden age of Hollywood, when powerful film studios built extravagant palaces to showcase their upcoming releases. A movie theater where ... Read more..

Tell It in Brooklyn at a StorySLAM

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For many of us, there are few things more exciting than listening to a good story. Families, friends and strangers have long played on the emotions and reactions of each ... Read more..

Open Mic: Where to Find Poetry Slams in Brooklyn

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The distinct cadence, tone, and mood of a spoken word performance transmits a certain sense of vitality and energy that the printed page cannot. And with the resurgence of Poetry ... Read more..

Culinary Journey: Secrets of the Spanish Kitchen Found in Queens

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Natives would say that the best way to appreciate Spain’s cultural heritage is through its food. Whether you want to spice up your palate with saffron and paprika-infused stews or ... Read more..

Reading is More Fun With Pictures: The NJ Comic Book Show

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If you watch Heroes with the fanatic glee of a teenager every Monday night or will be at the theaters on March 6 when Watchmen opens, keep reading. New Jersey’s ... Read more..

Recreating Rio de Janeiro’s Carnaval in New York City

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The word "Brazil" conjures up long curving tropical beaches, thick entangled jungles, and soccer mania. Yet due impart to half-naked rhinestone-studded women, no image of Brazil captures the imagination more ... Read more..

A Self-Guided Brooklyn Graffiti Tour

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Williamsburg has long been a focal point for established and emerging graffiti artists competing for niche spaces in which to exhibit their artwork. At present, local residents appreciate a wide ... Read more..


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