@MyCobragirl You grew up in a tight knit neighborhood. I remember it well cause I lived on B.40 street for a little while. You were probably surprised when you saw your old house too. What a shame that everything there is now gone. We can only hold the memories of days gone by ... in our hearts. Thanks for your post.
@scoobydudeify .. Glad that you enjoyed the video! You're so right, truly a step back in time to memorable moments everytime I watch it. Thank you so much for your kind words and for posting.
@netcord Hey Joe, I'm sure we have run into one another from time to time back at the Appetito grocery or the post office. It was a great place to grow up and the memories of those days will always remain in our hearts. Thank you for your post. ... Tony
For many years it was left to deteriorate up until last year when many new wonderful looking houses went up all along the beach area. From B 76 street - B 66 street (along the beach) ... you would not recognize. Subway stations are being rebuilt and NYC buses have taken over. No more Green line buses. A new paved street (the new RBB) and an influx of a new Jewish population in Far Rock area. Thanks for your comment.
You're right there were channels 2,4,5,7,9,11,13 and the shows were mostly family oriented. We spent our time outdoors playing with other kids until it got dark. The kids today have lost that interaction and camaraderie with each other. It's now about video games, cell phones and text messages. No more dolls and baseball gloves. Those have almost become a thing of the past. Thanks for your comment.
I like this. It is very real. We are doo wopers too. I gave my grandson an old trapper mitt. He started to play ball. My newphews aren't allowed to have a ball. Their mom says it is like giving them a rock to toss around the house. Too bad. They could have gone outside.
You know, it's sad what kids of today will miss. with all the Cable, MTV, Video Games, Ipods and more, they will never fully appreciate what it is to play all the street games with the other neighborhood kids. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I just felt I had to share this with the world.
I had some of the best years at JHS 180. The teachers were close to the students. My home room teacher Mr. Spata became the principal years later. He was the best.
Don't forget that you are looking at what was there 37 years ago. So yeah things have changed. Things will never be like they use to be. Those days are gone.
I grew up at 342 B.44th street...I rode by there last year in a car and the house is still standing..I love New York! Thanks for Video.
MyCobragirl 4 months ago
@MyCobragirl You grew up in a tight knit neighborhood. I remember it well cause I lived on B.40 street for a little while. You were probably surprised when you saw your old house too. What a shame that everything there is now gone. We can only hold the memories of days gone by ... in our hearts. Thanks for your post.
doowopkid 1 month ago
Truly a step back in time..Awesome job Tony..Brings back many memories of Hammels
scoobydudeify 10 months ago
@scoobydudeify .. Glad that you enjoyed the video! You're so right, truly a step back in time to memorable moments everytime I watch it. Thank you so much for your kind words and for posting.
doowopkid 1 month ago
I went to BCHS. I left Rockaway Beach in 1984, I go back every few years to visit my sister.
It was a great place to grow up, so many nice memories of fun times and laughter!
Thanks Again,
Joe
netcord 1 year ago
Thank you for this video.
I grew up on B91st. We used to play baseball in 180 too! That would have been around 1976 - 1979.
I went to BCHS. I left Rockaway Beach in 1984, I go back every few years to visit my sister.
It was a great place to grow up, so many nice memories of fun times and laughter!
Thanks Again,
Joe
netcord 1 year ago
@netcord Hey Joe, I'm sure we have run into one another from time to time back at the Appetito grocery or the post office. It was a great place to grow up and the memories of those days will always remain in our hearts. Thank you for your post. ... Tony
doowopkid 1 month ago
Good news to hear they are cleaning up Rockaway. They promised to clean it up when I moved to rockaway, long time ago.
nymkga 2 years ago
How is Rockaway, today? its been along time.
nymkga 2 years ago
For many years it was left to deteriorate up until last year when many new wonderful looking houses went up all along the beach area. From B 76 street - B 66 street (along the beach) ... you would not recognize. Subway stations are being rebuilt and NYC buses have taken over. No more Green line buses. A new paved street (the new RBB) and an influx of a new Jewish population in Far Rock area. Thanks for your comment.
doowopkid 2 years ago
There was no TV in the 70's, few channels. We played outside, all day. My girl is pasted to her TV and Computer.
nymkga 2 years ago
You're right there were channels 2,4,5,7,9,11,13 and the shows were mostly family oriented. We spent our time outdoors playing with other kids until it got dark. The kids today have lost that interaction and camaraderie with each other. It's now about video games, cell phones and text messages. No more dolls and baseball gloves. Those have almost become a thing of the past. Thanks for your comment.
doowopkid 2 years ago
i went to PS183 and 180 in trhe 70's. I hope its a better place today.
nymkga 2 years ago
I like this. It is very real. We are doo wopers too. I gave my grandson an old trapper mitt. He started to play ball. My newphews aren't allowed to have a ball. Their mom says it is like giving them a rock to toss around the house. Too bad. They could have gone outside.
Sylviascloud 2 years ago
You know, it's sad what kids of today will miss. with all the Cable, MTV, Video Games, Ipods and more, they will never fully appreciate what it is to play all the street games with the other neighborhood kids. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I just felt I had to share this with the world.
Tony Castro
doowopkid 2 years ago
adnaw6 180 in the house
adnaw6 3 years ago
Yeah ... 180 still hangin tuff!
doowopkid 3 years ago
180 is now the scholars academy(ms/hs 323) i attend the school myself but i remember when i was really little and it wasnt the scholars academy
christinecinco3 2 years ago
I had some of the best years at JHS 180. The teachers were close to the students. My home room teacher Mr. Spata became the principal years later. He was the best.
Thanks for that interesting info.
doowopkid 2 years ago
I live across the street from that school yard now. Wow, those look like good days.
I don't see too much baseball being played now but the park is still full with kids playing ball.
peterangeldiaz 3 years ago 2
wow nuttin much has changed...i saw 183 :D
pamie9 3 years ago 2
Don't forget that you are looking at what was there 37 years ago. So yeah things have changed. Things will never be like they use to be. Those days are gone.
doowopkid 3 years ago