David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor
Navigating Apps with Changes in Memory: Join Our Study
December 2, 2025
Weill Cornell Medicine seeks older adults with mild memory loss for a study on improving navigation apps. Participation is valuable,...
Summer Movie Reminder: “Wicked” Casts a Spell Over Southpoint Park This Thursday
Neighbors, get ready for a night of magic, music, and mischief!The final film in this year’s Summer Movie Series at Southpoint Park is a showstopper. This Thursday, August 1, join us for Wicked the beloved story behind the witches of…
In Context: Why Superman Still Matters
By Ericka O’Connell, Roosevelt Island Daily Welcome, neighbors!Every Wednesday, we take a step back to look deeper. Whether it’s a headline making waves or a local issue with broader roots, this is our space to learn, reflect, and grow together….
Summer Movie Magic at Roosevelt Island Library: Holes (2003)
Friends of Roosevelt Island, mark your calendars! On Friday, August 1, our beloved Roosevelt Island Library patio transforms into a cozy outdoor theatre for the next installment of the Summer Film Series. We’re excited to present Holes—a warm, witty adventure adapted from Louis…
Tiny Hands, Big Art: Doll-Making and Closing Reception at RIVAA Gallery
By Ericka O’Connell, Roosevelt Island Daily Neighbors, if you’ve walked by the RIVAA Gallery these past Sundays, you’ve probably felt the joyful buzz of paintbrushes and laughter spilling out the windows. The Summer Fun Children’s Art Workshops are wrapping up this weekend,…
Then & Now: When the Blackwell House Returned to Us
By Ericka O’Connell, Roosevelt Island Daily Hello, friends! Each Friday, we journey through time to explore the stories that shaped Roosevelt Island, our country, and the events that continue to influence our community today. Let’s connect the past with the…
Summer Movie Reminder: “The Wild Robot” Roams into Southpoint Park This Week
Hello again, friends!This Thursday, July 25, Roosevelt Island’s Summer Movie Series brings a brand-new animated adventure to Southpoint Park: The Wild Robot. If you love stories about friendship, nature, and finding your place in the world, this one’s for you….
Ai Weiwei Is Coming to Roosevelt Island. That’s an Art World BFD
Ai Weiwei is one of the most prominent and influential contemporary artists, documentarians, and activists of our time. Born in Beijing, China, in 1957, he is globally recognized for his provocative work that fearlessly intertwines art with social and political…
In Context: When Public Funding Disappears
By Ericka O’Connell, Roosevelt Island Daily Welcome, neighbors! Every Wednesday, we take a step back to look deeper. Whether it’s a headline making waves or a local issue with broader roots, this is our space to learn, reflect, and grow…
New Life Ring Stations Installed Around Roosevelt Island: A Safer Shoreline for All
By Ericka O’Connell, Roosevelt Island Daily Keeping Our Waterside Community Safe Friends, if you’ve strolled along the East River lately, you may have noticed some new bright red life rings mounted near the railing. These are more than just new…
What Shapes American Conspiracy Theories?
In a recent New York Times article, the claim that television shows like the X Files created paranoid conspiracy theorists in America is challenged. David Stone argues that distrust in government stemmed from historical events, notably the 1963 assassination and subsequent cover-ups. He asserts that skepticism existed prior to such entertainment influences.
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor