The Rockaway Chronicles: A Nostalgic Journey through 60 Summers on the Rockaway Peninsula, authored by Jackie Balestra, is set for a special launch on March 16, 2025, in Redondo Beach, CA. This highly anticipated event promises to gather community leaders, friends, business associates, and all who have known Jackie from California, providing them an opportunity to discover the New York Jackie through her writings. Many in the South Bay recognize Jackie Balestra for her impactful journalistic contributions, engaging podcast, and her popular website, South Bay By Jackie. This intimate and heartfelt memoir invites readers to embark on a transformative journey through Jackie's childhood summers on the Rockaway Peninsula, painting a vivid picture of the joys and trials that have shaped both her life and the iconic coastal community. It is not just a reflection of the past; it is an inspiring reminder of resilience, connection, and the beauty found in our shared histories.
The event details are as follows:
- Date: March 16, 2025
- Time: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM PST
- Location: Redondo Beach, CA
- Other: The event is invite-only. Request an invite or media credentials by contacting info@sandandshores.com by 3/19/2025.
The Rockaway Chronicles offers a heartfelt glimpse into a bygone era of summers by the sea. As someone raised in the Midwest, this story was an eye-opener, revealing a rich coastal tradition I had never experienced. A nostalgic and beautifully told tribute to family, community, and the passage of time.
Willa Robinson, Publisher, KP Publishing Company
- Author: Jackie Balestra
- Category: Nonfiction - Memoir
- Publisher: KP Publishing Company
- ISBN: 978-1-960001-63-4|978-1-960001-64-1
- Language: English
