What’s Happening | Block parties, exhibits and more

Exhibition: “Leftovers,” by Alexis Marie Montoya

Friday, Aug. 16

Casita Maria Gallery

Free

Friday marks the final day for people to check out this solo exhibition from Bronx-based Puerto Rican and Peruvian multidisciplinary artist and food writer Alexis Marie Montoya. The 16 artworks featured collage imagery from food, fashion and lifestyle magazines in an effort to explore the connection between food, culture and Latinx identity.

For more information, visit https://business.bronxchamber.org/events/details/exhibition-leftovers-by-alexis-marie-montoya-3617.

CHCF Annual Bronx Block Party

Saturday, Aug. 17, 12-4 p.m.

Morris Avenue, between Burnside Avenue and 181st Street

Free

The Committee for Hispanic Children and Families (CHCF) will be holding its annual block party Saturday. This fun, safe and supervised event will have a bouncy castle, face painting, a live DJ, delicious barbeque, popcorn, cotton candy and other carnival-style treats. A variety of local social service organizations, including Catholic Charities Community Services and Anthem BlueCross BlueShield, will be on hand providing information about their services and how they support the community. New York City Council Member Pierina Ana Sanchez, who sponsored the event, as well as State Assemblymember Yudelka Tapia and CHCF President and CEO Ramon Peguero are scheduled to attend.

For more information, visit https://www.chcfinc.org/block-party/.

A Bronx Writers’ History

Saturday, Aug. 17, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Museum of Bronx History

$3-$5

This exhibit highlights the artwork of Bronx pioneers in graffiti, showcasing their canvases and history. Focusing on the history from 1968-1978, the exhibit traces the early origins of graffiti, as an underground youth movement and through its dramatic emergence in “pieces” on the outside of trains and, eventually, into galleries around the world.

For more information, visit https://www.bronxarts.org/events/a-bronx-writers-history-19681978-exhibit-2024-06-29-2024-08-31.html.

Movies Under the Stars: “Elemental”

Saturday, Aug. 17, 8:30-10:30 p.m.

Gil Scott-Heron Amphitheater in St. Mary’s Park

Free

Grab a blanket and head over to St. Mary’s Park for a special outdoor screening of the Pixar film “Elemental.” The film is set in Element City, where residents are personifications of the elements fire, water, land and air. The story follows Ember, a tough, quick-witted and fiery young woman, and her friendship with Wade, a fun, sappy, go-with-the-flow guy. This friendship challenges Ember’s beliefs about the world they live in.

For more information, visit https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2024/08/17/movies-under-the-stars-elemental.

Bronx Park East Farmer’s Market

Sunday, Aug. 18, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Bronx Park

Free

Pelham Parkway residents are encouraged to shop for fresh, locally grown produce at this farmers’ market. Passionate vendors will be showcasing their fruits, vegetables, eggs, herbs and wholesome goods.

For more information, visit https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2024/08/18/bronx-park-east-farmers-market.