Tag: Gentrification

In Ditmas Park, Brooklyn, two Jewish musicians, Roy Nathanson and Aaron Lisman, have created vibrant music scenes on front porches during the pandemic.
B&H Dairy Kosher Restaurant, a longstanding East Village establishment, received a grant to preserve its historic charm and upgrade its exterior while staying true to its old-school roots.
The author discovers his familial connection to the Jewish Lower East Side of New York through his great-great-grandfather, Sender Jarmulowsky, who played a crucial role in building the community.
"The Curse," a TV series starring Emma Stone and co-created by Nathan Fielder and Benny Safdie, explores themes of identity, privilege, and atonement.
In this article, the author discusses a novel called "Crazy Sorrow" that they believe is one of the most beautifully written and American novels of the last decade, yet has received little attention.
Luxury housing projects are transforming traditional ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods in Jerusalem, catering to Haredi residents with upscale amenities like synagogues, art museums, and Shabbat-friendly features, responding to the growing wealth in some ultra-Orthodox communities.
Tel Aviv's beach promenade, the tayelet, has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, evolving from a neglected area into a vibrant hub.
The piece reflects on Portland's transformation from a scrappy, welcoming city to a place experiencing rapid gentrification and demographic shifts.
A mother and daughter, Josie and her mom, annually participate in an art project called Chalk to remember the Triangle Factory Fire, a tragic event that spurred the workers' rights and union movements.
Tel Aviv, known as the hub of the Start-Up Nation, is facing gentrification challenges similar to those in San Francisco as tech companies and employees move in, driving up housing prices and pushing out longtime residents.