A Visit to Rocking the Boat

Earlier this month, I made my way to Hunts Point to visit our friends at Rocking the Boat (RTB).  Walking up to their bright blue but unassuming building in an industrial section of the Bronx River waterfront, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. But as soon as I stepped inside, I found myself in

The 2025 NY Architects Regatta is Set!

We’re thrilled to announce the dates for the 25th Anniversary NY Architects Regatta: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 – Pre-race Skippers MeetingThursday, September 18, 2025 – The 25th Annual NY Architects Regatta This year, we’re celebrating a quarter-century of sailing, networking, and giving back. To mark the occasion, our goal is 25 teams on the starting

Spotlight on Community-Word Project

I’m delighted to share a report from Christopher LaSala on Community-Word Project (CWP), a truly inspiring organization we are proud to support: About ten years ago, I attended a children’s creative workshop in Brooklyn with my kids. There, I met Michele Kotler, executive director of a wonderful organization called Community Word Project (CWP). I learned that in

From Plywood to Masterpiece: Inspiring NYC Middle-Schoolers through Sailing

We all remember that one influence that made the little lightbulb over our heads flicker on. It may have been watching someone play an instrument in a way we had never heard before, or seeing a painting, or perhaps just the faith and patience of a teacher or mentor who gently guided us to follow our calling. Whatever it was it likely involved taking the ordinary and transforming it into something that transcends the everyday.