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Time Out
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
This powerful photo exhibit shows the turmoil of Coney Island in the 1960s-70s
These days, Coney Island is known for its roller coasters, Mermaid Parade, and Hot Dog Eating Contest, but back in the 1960s and 1970s, it was a very different story. Instead, the Brooklyn neighborhood resembled "a war zone" between 1965–1975 amid ill-conceived government projects, as the Coney Island History Project explained. Now, a new exhibit of street photography from that era examines what life was like back then. Charles Denson grew up in the West End of Coney Island and began photographing his neighborhood as a teenager. His photos are now part of the exhibition "Coney Island Streets: 1965–1975," which you can visit for free all summer at the Coney Island History Project. The fee exhibit shows the effects of discriminatory policies that began back in 1938 when the federal government "redlined" Coney Island. Redlining targeted the area because of prejudice against immigrants, African Americans, and local residents who were predominantly of Jewish, Italian, and Irish ancestry, the Coney Island History Project explains. The flawed policies of the Federal Housing Administration made it nearly impossible for homeowners to obtain mortgages, loans, and insurance. Slumlords, arsonists, greedy developers, and block-busting took advantage of the situation, and quality of life deteriorated as the area became a poverty pocket. "I grew up to the sounds of fire engines and bulldozers as block after block of viable housing went up in flames or was reduced to rubble under the treads of heavy machinery. None of the structures in my photographs has survived," Denson said in a press release. Block after block of viable housing went up in flames or was reduced to rubble. The government's Urban Renewal program called for the demolition of 60 blocks of homes and businesses. Then, government funding for such projects ran out in 1974, leaving the Coney Island community with a debris field of burned out structures and closed businesses. "My photographs show how resilient the neighborhood proved to be as residents survived as best they could with what remained. During this 10-year period I photographed portraits of local residents, family-run businesses, and the dramatic day-to-day changes taking place in Coney Island," Denson added. My photographs show how resilient the neighborhood proved to be. After photographing his neighborhood as a teen, Denson eventually began his career in 1971 as a photographer for New York Magazine. Today, he is an author of several books about Coney Island and served as executive director of the nonprofit Coney Island History Project. See the exhibit for free at the Coney Island History Project exhibition center (3059 West 12th Street, next to the West 12th Street entrance to Deno's Wonder Wheel Park, just a few steps off the Boardwalk). It's open on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays through Labor Day, 1–7pm.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Joey Chestnut Fires Back After Nathan's Hot Dog Ouster
If you buy something through a link in this article, we may earn commission. Pricing and availability subject to change. It's a Fourth of July tradition — the beach, fireworks, and Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. Except in 2024, things looked very different for 16-champion Joey Chestnut. The competitive eater was banned from the competition last year after he collaborated with the plant-based company, Impossible Foods. He wanted to promote their vegan hot dogs for "Meatless Mondays," but Major League Eating (MLE) didn't see it that way. Now, Chestnut is breaking his silence with The Blast. Advertisement 'I really didn't think my relationship with Impossible would affect anything with Nathan's,' Chestnut said. 'It didn't go against any of my previous agreements.' He also claimed that he "eats more meat than anybody," but still enjoys taking "a break on Mondays." He added, "And sometimes I still want something that tastes like meat, so that's where plant-based comes in.' Chestnut is open to returning to the world-famous competition in Coney Island, NY, and making sure there are no sponsor conflicts. Still, he admitted, "But honestly, I don't think they want to go down that route. And yeah, it's a bummer. I love that contest.' Instead of his beachside location in 2024, Chestnut headed to Fort Bliss in El Paso, TX, to battle members of the Army for their annual 'Pop Goes the Fort' celebration. The event raised $106,000 for Operation Homefront, a nonprofit that supports military families, according to NPR. Advertisement Of course, Chestnut also hit the big time with Netflix and his hot dog rival, Takeru Kobayashi, in September 2024's TV special, Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: Unfinished Beef. He was able to break his personal record with 83 dogs which "broke the world record for most eaten in 10 minutes, without dunking them in water, in the history of competitive eating," according to Tudum by Netflix. Patrick Bertoletti won the men's Mustard Belt at the 2024 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest after eating 58 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes. Related: Why Joey Chestnut Has Been Banned From the 2024 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest Joey Chestnut Fires Back After Nathan's Hot Dog Ouster first appeared on Men's Journal on May 27, 2025
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Oregon District hat shop reopens after wall collapse
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – A hat shop in the Oregon District whose wall collapsed due to weather in late March is set to reopen Wednesday. The Brim store is returning to its regular hours, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., on April 30. The store is located in the heart of downtown Dayton at 464 E. 5th St. 'A huge, heartfelt thank you to all of our staff, friends, and neighbors who've helped us clean and reset everything,' shared the store in a social media post. Brim will celebrate its grand reopening on Saturday, May 3. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All customers will have access to snacks and champagne (21+ only), and there will be giveaways. There will be a gift of a free tote bag (while supplies last) and a $500 gift certificate raffle entry with purchase. To view a short video on the repair process, click here. The reopening comes just days before a busy weekend in the Oregon District. The district's seventh annual Derby Day will be on Saturday, May 3, from noon to 6 p.m. There will be multiple fun events scheduled for the day. The Weiner Dog races will begin at 2 p.m. Registration is $25. At 3 p.m., there will be a dog costume contest by the Clash boutique. Then, there will be a fashion show for people at 4 p.m. The Hot Dog Eating Contest, by Next Door Dayton bar, will start at 5 p.m. Those interested in competing should register here for $5. Attendees are encouraged to use a rideshare program, but there is free parking on Wayne Avenue, Fourth, Hugo, Walnut, and Jackson streets. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sugar Maple Festival gearing up to celebrate 45 years
BELLBROOK, Ohio (WDTN) — The Sugar Maple Festival will once again return this April with even more excitement planned for its 45th anniversary. Bellbrook's Sugar Maple Festival will be held April 25-27, featuring live music Friday and Saturday evenings and a parade Saturday morning. Craft vendors, food trucks and a variety of activities will be featured all weekend. Hip-hop artist coming to Cincinnati in August Highlighting maple syrup and ringing in the 2025 festival season, the Sugar Maple Festival features activities for the whole family, like the annual parade at 10:30 p.m. on Saturday and free children's activities in Bellbrock park all weekend. Attendees can participate in the 5K Run/Walk on Saturday morning or can show off their furry friends during the Dog Show on Sunday afternoon. Back by popular demand is the beer garden, held on Friday from 5 to 10 p.m. and Saturday noon to 10 p.m. Attendees can also catch local bands Britches Down Friday and Stranger Saturday, starting at 6 p.m. New this year is the Hot Dog Eating Contest, hosted by the Bellbrook Fire Department. The contest will feature a twist — BFD's infamous spicy hot dog. The contest will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday. During festival weekend, detours will be posted throughout downtown Bellbrook as parts of OH-725 and Main Street will be closed. Click here to learn more. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
