Rockaways

… especially because of gentrification Where I grew up it was mostly African Americans who lived on my block for 20 or 30 years and there were mostly Caucasians on the other side of the peninsula These … If I were to ever move out of New York City it would be to buy a house But for now my students my parents and Rockaway …

… native Dana moved to Astoria and found a boisterous social scene She loved the areas diversity but eventually … quickly became my favorite dancing spot It was easy to be social and meet new people in Astoria Not only did I often … to Astoria I still had access to 247 grocery shopping and social activities I became close friends with some neighbors …