Category Archives: community groups
Civility and Cohabitation in Bensonhurst Community Groups
While Bensonhurst’s Italian population used to be the predominant group of the area during the mid- to late 20th century, the neighborhood is now also becoming home to an increasing faction of Chinese and Soviet Jewish immigrants. The community groups … Continue reading
Posted in bensonhurst, community groups
Leave a comment
Flushing Community Organizations
The New York Taiwan Center The New York Taiwan Center is one of the most important community organizations in Flushing for the Chinese community. Founded 26 years ago, the Taiwan Center is now one of the main sources of entertainment … Continue reading
Posted in community groups, flushing
Leave a comment
Jackson Heights – Community Groups
For community groups, I went to the Jackson Heights – Elmhurst Kehilla. Side note: Kehilla means community Upon arriving at the community center, you are greeted by this: The Jewish Community Center About the Jackson Heights Kehillah: They have been … Continue reading
Posted in community groups, jackson heights
Leave a comment
The Chinese Consolidate Benevolent Association
On May 10th, 1869, the same day that people nationwide celebrated the completion of the transcontinental railroad, 30,000 Chinese men lost their jobs. Their hard work on the railroad was done and with limited options available these men sought jobs in … Continue reading
Posted in community groups, manhattan
Leave a comment
