Our veteran heroes
For many years now, I've spent May 9th with my dear friends—legendary veterans, people with remarkable destinies, true heroes. Sadly, their number dwindles with each passing year.
Marina Lagunova

The Conversation That Changed Coney Island
On July 19th, America celebrated a national holiday—Juneteenth, Emancipation Day. Many of us grew up abroad and didn't celebrate this day, but living in the United States, we learn to understand and respect the history of the country that became our home.
Marina Lagunova

MELANIA
I'll tell you honestly, when I saw a book in a black cover with the title Melania in the library, I didn't immediately realize that these were the memoirs of the First Lady of the United States, the wife of the president of the most powerful country, a woman I like.
Marina Lagunova

The Mermaid Parade is Coney Island's brightest summer highlight.
The Mermaid Parade is one of New York City's most vibrant, colorful, and highly anticipated summer events. Created by the legendary artistic director of Coney Island USA, Dick Zigun, it is produced by the nonprofit arts organization Coney Island USA.
Marina Lagunova