Elected officials celebrated the 3rd Annual Bronx Day in Albany on Monday, hosted by Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj, Senator Jeff Klein, and Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. Bronx residents traveled to Albany to show off the borough’s culture, businesses, organizations and bright future. Below, Assemblyman Gjonaj presents Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie with a New York Yankees jersey. Photos by Walter Pofeldt

Bronx residents made the trip to Albany for the festivities.
Photo by Walter Pofeldt

Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj and Senator Jeff Klein hosted the event.
Photo by Walter Pofeldt

Assemblyman Gjonaj presents Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie with a New York Yankees jersey.
Photo by Walter Pofeldt

Senator Klein met with nearly 50 students from J.H.S. 127, at the State Capitol on Bronx Day.
Photo courtesy of Senator Klein’s office