Sunday is a Bronx beach day, and people who love Orchard Beach and fill it with colorful beach umbrellas and music love it, even more, this year - since it's the perfect escape close to home.
"This is my spot every year," said Oneeka Ensley."This is my first time on a Memorial Day," said Bronx resident Carmen Ramos."You don't gotta worry about paying gas or anything," said Jade."The gas, the traffic - that's why I stayed local," said Bronx resident Denise Carvallo.Camacho and Ensley are from the Bronx and both grew up coming to Orchard Beach, and still do, even though they live in New Jersey now. They say this is still more convenient.
Donna Nolan from Yonkers also decided to stay close to home this year - bring a patriotic theme to remember why this is a holiday weekend. "Yeah, it's nice to be out here barbecuing sitting out in the sun, but it's also good to remember why we're here for all the men and women who gave their lives to help us," Nolan said.
It is always important to reflect on why we get to celebrate - and the celebration goes on on Sunday night with people ready to dance the night away.
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