On Saturday, November 16th, I'll once again be hosting Coney Island History Show & Tell, an interactive reminiscence event for the Coney Island History Project. All are welcome to join this free, in-person event at the Brooklyn Public Library's Coney Island Branch from 2:30-4:00 PM.
Do you have paper ephemera, photographs, or objects of historical or personal significance related to Coney Island that you would like to share? Show and tell your story! Listeners are welcome. When I started doing show and tell events for the History Project via Zoom during the pandemic, guests shared their souvenirs from Coney Island's amusement parks and family photos and memorabilia.
At the November 16th show and tell, I'll share small objects from the Coney Island History Project's collection, including a stereoscope, stereoview photos, and keepsakes from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. I have a certificate in reminiscence and life story work, create storytelling workshops at senior centers, and record oral histories for the Coney Island History Project.
Coney Island History Show & Tell is free of charge. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. You may RSVP by registering in advance via Eventbrite.
The Brooklyn Public Library's Coney Island Branch is located at 1901 Mermaid Avenue at the corner of West 19th Street.