[BwayDems] Upcoming events, meetings & opportunities from Sen. Espaillat <10/2/14 edition / 92+ items>

[Elizabeth Lorris Ritter]

[image: Inline image 1]

*Thursday, October 2nd, 2014*



*Dear Neighbor,*



*With the beginning of Fall comes heating season, and a whole lot of “news
you can use” on housing and other benefits. Don’t miss our Free ‘flu
vaccination clinic on Wednesday at Dichter Pharmacy and later in the month;
scroll down to the “Health, Recreation & Fitness” section. You’ll also find
information there on joining a choir, taking cooking, zumba or yoga
classes, and much more. There’s lots of programming at Word Up! Community
Bookstore, olumbis University football at Baker Field, Tuesday’s Community
Meeting on the GWB Bus Station, and a terrific Hispanic Heritage event at
Riverbank State Park on Wednesday. And don’t miss almost a dozen
educational opportunities from Kindergarten through post-grad continuing
ed. Scroll down for details. *



****Note for residents of Pinnacle buildings: **As the result of a class
action settlement, rent-regulated tenants in buildings owned by Pinnacle
are eligible to receive damages for actions from 2004 to 2010. Read the
Legal Aid Society's flyer online (in **English*
<http://www.scribd.com/doc/236825665/Pinnacle-Flyer-English>* and **Spanish*
<http://www.scribd.com/doc/236825177/Pinnacle-Flyer-Spanish>*), or call our
office (212-544-0173) or 888-736-8115 for information. The filing deadline
has been extended to December 31st.****



*Scroll down for information about things happening:*

·            *Tomorrow (Friday) & this weekend (6 items)*

·            *Next week (14 items)*

·            *Next weekend (3 items)*

·            *Looking ahead / Save-the-Date! (19 items)*

·            *Educational & vocational opportunities (10 items)*

·            *Jobs & vocational training (5 items)*

·            *Health, recreation & fitness (14 items)*

·            *How You Can Help (6 items): **share your money / stuff / time*

·            *Transit & transportation (3 items)*

·            *General information, ongoing events & news-you-can-use (5
items) *

·            *LG / Palisades update (5 items)*



*Please share this e-mail with friends/neighbors. If you know someone who’d
like to subscribe, have them e-mail me with their ZIP code. If you have an
event you’d like to list here, email me the details (text or .doc format,
please, not .pdf or .jpg). *



*Best,*

*Liz Ritter*







****TOMORROW & THIS WEEKEND*** (6 items)*

*Highbridge Park Hawk Watch *Bring the whole family and roam the autumn
woods in search of hawks with expert naturalist Mike Feller. Learn about
the hawks in your community and observe some of their interesting
behaviors. Mike will demonstrate how to attract hawks using calls. Meet at
Highbridge Park's W. 172nd St. & Amsterdam Ave. entrance. *Saturday,
October 4th, 9am - 10:30am.*



*District 6 Kindergarten Fair *If your child was born in 2010 or 2011,
please join us in learning about the various Kindergarten programs
available to your child. At the Alianza Dominicana Building, 530 W 166th
Street (at Audubon Ave.). For more information email Allison James:
Ajames at council.nyc.gov. *Saturday, October 4th, 10am-1pm *



*Columbia Football: *Go Lions! Columbia University has made tickets to
three remaining home games – this Saturday, October 4th (vs. Princeton);
November 1st (vs. Yale); and November 15th (vs. Cornell) – to northern
Manhattan residents. For more information, contact our office (
eventsRSVP at adrianoespaillat.org / 212-544-0173). *Saturday, October 4th,
beginning at 11am.*



*Story Time for Kids (ages 3 and up) *Story Time is back! Bring your kids
to hear their favorite stories read out loud by experienced, trained
readers. At Word Up! Community Bookstore, 2113 Amsterdam Ave. at W. 165th
St. *Saturdays, noon – 1pm.*



*Under the Viaduct in Harlem's White Light (Tour Intervention) *This is an
interactive, tour-based intervention where participants will view a dance
work choreographed by Ellen Maynard and Autumn Scoggan; use their
smartphones to scan codes matched with graffiti letterings by artist Lady K
Fever under the 12th Avenue viaduct and then engage with multiple digital
artworks. This event coincides with the Paris-based Festival of Lights with
the Paris based Festival of Lights. The Curator, Savona and the West Harlem
Art Fund, is developing their version of the festival with featured dances,
graffiti, sound and digital art. *Nuit Blanche* (“white night” in French),
an annual all-night or night-time arts festival, was originated in 1984 by
Jean Blaise, founder of the Research Center for Cultural Development in
Nantes, France. Note: participants must have a smartphone to interact with
map. 12th Avenue Viaduct @ W 125th St. & 12th Avenue. Cost: $25; register
online:
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/under-the-viaduct-in-harlems-white-light-tour-intervention-tickets-12726018865.
*Saturday, October 4th, 4pm – 7pm. *



*Concerts in the Heights: Madame Jumel’s French Salon* Elegant music from
Eliza Jumel’s beloved Paris – imagining how Eliza must have heard the
latest trends on her many travels and would have loved to recreate the
musical soirees in her home. Works are by Blanc, Rossini and Chopin as well
as scenes and arias from the French Opera, to be enjoyed with coffee and
French pastries specially created for the event, included. Presented by
Concerts in the Heights’ co-founders Violinist Monica Bauchwitz and Hornist
Karl Kramer, Soprano Marcella Calabi, and Pianist Michael Brown,
first-prize winner of the prestigious Concert Artist Guild competition. At
the Morris-Jumel Mansion, located between W. 160th and W. 162nd Streets
just east of St. Nicholas Avenue. Tickets are $35 per person, $30 for
members, $17.50 for students, and FREE for children 12 and under; advanced
registration is required. (Call 212-923-8008.) *Sunday, October 5th, 3pm –
4pm.*







****NEXT WEEK*** (14 items)*

*Safety Improvements at St. Nicholas Place, W. 155th St. and Edgecombe Ave.
*DOT will give an updated presentation of our proposal for safety
improvements at the intersection of West 155th Street-Edgecombe Avenue-St.
Nicholas Place—Harlem River Driveway. We are seeking to provide safer
navigation for all users of the intersection and reduce pedestrian and
traffic conflicts at this complex location. The presentation will be given
at the October Transportation Committee meetings of Community Boards 9, 10
& 12 as the intersection for the safety improvement encompasses all three
Boards. The proposed plan will reduce speeding, calm traffic, improve the
complicated intersection, clarify intersection movements, and provide for
safer pedestrian crossings. For more information contact Josh Orzeck at
DOT: 212-839-6218 / jorzeck at dot.nyc.gov. *Thursday 10/2 at 6:30pm*
(Broadway Housing - 583 Riverside Drive, corner of 135th & Riverside Dr., 7
th fl); *Monday 10/6 at 7pm* (CB12 office, 530 W. 166th St. at St Nicholas
Ave.); *Tuesday, 10/14 at 6:30pm* (215 W. 125th St., btw Adam Clayton
Powell &Frederick Douglass Blvd., 3rd fl.)



*Community Education Council District6 Business Meeting *at the District 6
offices, 4360 Broadway (btw W. 185th & W. 187th Sts.) – Room -451.
Childcare and refreshments will be offered. *Monday, October 6th, 7pm –
10pm. *



*Hey knitters (and crocheters),* come to the library on Tuesday mornings
and join our new knitting circle! A great way to meet your neighbors! At
the Inwood Branch Public Library, 4790 Broadway. *Every Tuesday at 11:30am.*



*Do you or your family need health insurance?* In-person assistance in
English and Spanish for Medicaid, Child Health Plus, and NYC Qualified
plans. At Nomaa Arts <https://www.facebook.com/nomaanyc>, 178 Bennett Ave. 3
rd floor. For more information, call 212-233-8955 ext.127. *Every Tuesday,
1pm - **6pm*



*Manhattan UFT Borough-wide Parent Conference: Empowering Parents, Building
Parent-School Partnerships *Free workshops, etc. on Oct. 18th. See
“Education” section below for details. *Registration deadline is October
6th.*



*SCRIE & DRIE Clinic *We changed the law to make many more seniors and
people with disabilities eligible to have their rent frozen. If you are at
least 62 years old or receive SSI, SSDI, a VA disability pension or
compensation or disability related Medicaid *and* your annual household
income is $50,000, and your rent  is more than 1/3 of that; you live in a
rent-controlled or rent-stabilized or HDCF coop and Mitchell-Lama
apartment; you do not live in NYCHA, Section 8 or similar housing, then you
qualify. Bring proof of yoyur date of birth, proof of income for yourself
and your household; your current and prior leases; any MCI notices; a tax
statement for 2013 if you filed. RSVP by calling 212-531-1609 or emailing
lalmanzar at manhattanbp.nyc.gov. At Arc Fort Washington Inc. Senior Center
(4111 Broadway, at W. 174 th St.). *Tuesday, October 7th, 1pm-4pm*



*Community Meeting on the Reconstruction of the GWB Bus Terminal* Want to
know more about the renovations? Want to share what you think? Will local
businesses benefit from the reconstruction? Will community space be
allocated? Join us! Holyrood Episcopal Church, Hall Room, 715 W. 179th St.
@ Ft. Washington Ave. RSVP to cmrodriguezevents at gmail.com. *Tuesday,
October 7th, 6pm – 8pm. *(Doors open at 5:30.)



*Citizen Preparedness Corps Training in Harlem* What’s in Your “Go” Bag? Sign
up for the upcoming training session and get your FREE GO Bag! At the City
College of New York’s North Academic Center Building (Convent Avenue @ W.
138th St.) Lecture Hall – NA 0/201, Ground floor. Seating is limited; RSVP
required: http://prepare.ny.gov/training-events
<http://ssa.actemarketing.com/SpeClicks.aspx?X=5N108P8PIDYCKV3O00Z5WC>.
*October
7th at 6pm.*



*Young People’s Performance Series at Riverbank State Park History of
Hispanic Folk instruments. *For Hispanic Heritage Month we’ve brought in
Cuban-American classical composer Charlie Martin Casal who, with his Latin
American Folk Ensemble, will demonstrate the origins of Caribbean folk
instruments. He’ll be joined by Alvin Ailey dancers, who will teach the
children the choreography of classic Latin dances. They will also provide a
detailed program the students can follow during the performance. In the
lobby outside the Cultural Theatre will be an art exhibit by Cuban painter,
Carlos Mateos. Children are welcome to view the exhibit after the show. At
Riverbank State Park (Riverside Drive at W. 145th St.) $2 admission;
Reservation required: call 212-694-3656 or email
patricia.vitucci at parks.ny.gov*. **Wednesday, October 8th, 10am – 11:30am. *



*Flu Shots *Protect yourself from the ‘flu. Cosponsored with The Visiting
Nurse Service (VNS) of New York, and all of our Uptown partners in
government. Flu shots will be provided to adults as well as to children 9
and over with parental consent. The supply of flu shots is limited and
appointments are recommended to guarantee your shot. FREE, but registration
very helpful: 212-544-0173 / eventsRSVP at adrianoespaillat.org. At Dichter
Parmacy, 4953 Broadway. *Wednesday, October 8th, 10am – 1pm. *(See Health
section below for additional dates.)



*11th Annual “Fall into Health” Fair *The day will be full of
entertainment, raffles, dancing, music, FREE health screenings, and
important information from community organizations. At Isabella, 515
Audubon Ave., in the Recreation Hall (ground floor). For More information
and to register, contact Marilyn Pacheco at 212-342-9224 /
mpacheco at isabella.org. *Wednesday, October 8th, 10am – 3pm.*



*Educator Night *At our first-ever Educator Night, enjoy
refreshments, share information among your peers from local schools, and
find out about the resources Word Up can provide for your classes.
We'll have a presentation by the literacy specialist at Lee & Low Books,
lots of giveaways, and a raffle with prizes from the American Museum of
Natural History, Columbia Wines, and more. RSVP required:
education at wordupbooks.com. At Word Up! Community Bookstore, 2113 Amsterdam
Ave. at W. 165th St. *Wednesday, October 8th, 6pm–8pm*



*Shall We Tango with Eddy Marcano *Coming from Venezuela, Eddy Marcano and
his band. At the Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial and Educational
Center, 3940 Broadway @ W. 165th St. Tickets are $10 (cash at the door, or
online at www.shallwetango.com. For more information: 800-838-3006. *Wednesday,
October 8th at 7pm.*



*College Prep Program *Word Up's first College Prep Program will be
facilitated every week by a writing consultant from Columbia University.
Each week, high school juniors and seniors will work on personal statements
and college application and scholarship materials. Pay What You Can. At
Word Up! Community Bookstore, 2113 Amsterdam Ave. at W. 165th St. *Thursdays,
4:45pm–6:15pm*







****NEXT WEEKEND*** (3 items)*

*Want to See Inside of the Fort Tryon Park Cottage? **Join us at Open House
New York! *Here's your chance to see inside the Fort Tryon Cottage. The
1908 cottage flanking the Heather Garden was originally the gatehouse of
the Billings Estate and has retained its charm over its many uses in the
last 104 years. The Heather Garden and Fort Tryon Park were donated to NYC
in 1935 by John D. Rockefeller, Jr. and designed by the renowned Olmsted
Brothers. Come on a tour to learn more. *Saturday/Sunday, October 11th
& **12th,
**11am - 4pm.*



*Open House New York Weekend *Celebrate Open House New York weekend, enjoy
free admission and events including docent led tours, scavenger hunts, and
family art activities or dress up in colonial style costumes. At the
Morris-Jumel Mansion, located between W. 160th and W. 162nd Streets just
east of St. Nicholas Avenue. This event is FREE with museum admission and
no advanced registration is required. *Saturday / Sunday, October 11th &
12th, 11am – 4pm.*



*Movies at the United Palace: “Guys & Dolls” *Pre-movie stage show
includes Broadway
performers singing songs from the film. Introduced by Lin-Manuel Miranda.
At the United Palace, 4140 Broadway at W. 175th Street. For more
information, email mikef at unitedpalace.org or call 212-568-6700 x41. *Sunday,
October 12th at 5pm *(doors open at 4pm).







****LOOKING AHEAD / SAVE THE DATE*** (20 items)*

*Participatory Budgeting Neighborhood Assemblies *Are you a resident of
Washington Height, Inwood or Marble Hill? Please join NYC Councilmember
Ydanis Rodriguez & CB12. You can help decide how to spend $1 million of
taxpayer money for community improvements to parks, schools, libraries,
streets, and more. Join us at an upcoming Neighborhood Assemblies and find
out how you can be a part of this unique experience. REAL MONEY / REAL
PROJECTS / REAL POWER / YOU DECIDE! Three neighborhood assemblies, all held
in our local branch libraries: *Tuesday,* *10/14 @ 6pm* at the Inwood
Branch (4790 Broadway); *Tuesday,* *10/21 @ 6pm* at the Ft. Washington
Branch (535 W. 179th St.), *Thursday,* *10/30 @ 6pm* at the Washington
Heights Branch (1000 St. Nicholas Ave.) To RSVP or for more information,
email cmrodriguezevents at gmail.com.



*Community Workshop to Review the Riverside Park Master Plan *At these
community-wide workshops, the Parks Department will document community
concerns, highlight work in progress, and record ideas for improvement. A
planning team will then prepare conceptual plans and budgets for projects
and programs that address the community’s goals. At the Interchurch
Center’s Sockman Lounge (475 Riverside Drive at W. 120th St.; register
here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/riverside-park-community-workshop-2-of-2-registration-12939238611
). All of the findings will be posted at www.nycgovparks.org
<http://marklevine.nationbuilder.com/r?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nycgovparks.org&utm_campaign=climatemarch&n=15&e=d06fcdf8ccac5d11ae8235d5e06436959edf5625&utm_source=marklevine&utm_medium=email>
and riversideparknyc.org, as well as presented at public meetings. *Tuesday,
October 14th, 6:30pm – 8:30pm. *



*NYC’s Prevention Resource Center training “What the Tweet!?”* focuses
developing a social media plan to support substance abuse prevention
efforts, and on ways to use social media to get your message out there to
the digital masses. This training is designed for people that have
zero-to-little experience across the social media platforms. (If you know
what a #hashtag is, this training is probably not for you.) We will be
offering this training in Manhattan (October 15th) and Brooklyn (October 29
th) Please be sure to sign up early as space is limited. Contact Karla
Bueno (kbueno at childrensaidsociety.org / 917-286-1540) for registration
and/or other inquires. At the Lord memorial Building, 150 E. 45th St.
*Wednesday,
October 15th, 9am – noon. *



*Artists Fuse with Technology: *Panel moderated the West Harlem Art Fund.
The rapid pace of technology has opened doors for creating 21st century
art. White walls are crumbling and artists are beginning to taking
advantage of these new opportunities. Engaging the public and offering them
the choice to participate and even shape the focus and direction of art is
now a reality. We are no longer watching old Jetson television shows but
actually living it. Harlem creative professionals are tapping into these
platforms and partnering with other institutions around the City. Panelists
include local and NYC-based groups who will share developments on these
emerging technologies and collaborative projects. At the Silicon Harlem
Technology Conference at MIST Harlem located at 46 W. 116th St. Online
Registration: http://siliconharlem.net/show-your-love/. *Thursday, October
16th, 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.*



*Selfless Selfies Opening at Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance, 178 Bennett
Avenue at 189th Street.* NoMAA's next exhibit will present black & white
images by uptown photographers that narrate stories from our uptown
communities, Washington Heights-Inwood, El Barrio, Central and West
Harlem. Please
call 212-568-4396  for more information. *Thursday, October 16th, 6-8pm.*



*The Turn of the Screw *Figures pass through the shadows and stare into
windows, watching the children, waiting to take them away. Their young
governess stands ready to protect them – but do they want to be saved?
Everyday Inferno Theatre Company presents a haunting new adaptation of
Henry James’ classic novella of innocence, sensuality, and horror in a
site-specific staging produced in partnership with The Morris-Jumel
Mansion. Tickets are $18 per person and $13 for members., and can can be
purchased online at www.morrisjumel.org. (Members should call the Mansion
at 212-923-8008 for the membership discount code before purchasing
tickets.) At the Morris-Jumel Mansion, located between W. 160th and W. 162nd
Streets just east of St. Nicholas Avenue. *October 16th through November
2nd; at 8pm (Thursday-Saturday) and 6pm (Sundays).*



*26th* *Anniversary Memorial March & Mass to honor Police Officers Michael
J. Buczek & Christopher Hoban,* killed in line of duty on October 18, 1988
in separate incidents. March begins at Broadway & W. 185th St., to St.
Elizabeth’s Church (268 Wadsworth Ave. @ W. 187th St.) for Mass. *Friday,
October 17th beginning at 10:30am.*



*How to Communicate With Your Doctors *The marvels of modern medicine now
allow most of us to live much longer, but not necessarily better. This
session will focus on new NY State health care laws which can benefit you
and what you can do to get your pain well controlled and have your health
care choices respected. At Isabella, 515 Audubon Ave. @ W. 190th St.
(Larson Library). *Friday, October 17th, 11am – noon.*



*Circle Up with the People’s Theatre Project *Registration is now open for
Circle Up, our new theatre program that picks up where the Live Your Life
program leaves off. Over the past 5 years, our youngest actors have created
original plays inspired by the 10 Habits of Healthy Kids. We'll keep
talking about the importance of personal health, but are excited to add
family and community health to the conversation. Circle Up is People's
Theatre Project's FREE theatre program for children ages 6-12, sponsored by
New-York Presbyterian Hospital. In Circle Up, children engage in theatre
games, improvisation and physical activities to learn about wellness for
their body, mind, heart and community. The young actors work together to
create and perform an original theatre piece for their families, friends
and the community at the end of the program. At the Alianza Cultural Center
(530 W. 166th  St). *Saturdays from 9:30am - 1pm, beginning October 18th,
through* *December 13**th.*



*4th Annual Collegiate / Science and Technology College Fair *Representatives
from CSTEP institutions such as Barnard, Mercy College, New York
University, SUNY Brockport, SUNY Oswego, Stony Brook University, and
Syracuse University among others will be there. Also selected private
out-of-state colleges such as George Mason, Harvard University, Howard
University, Tufts University, and Wesleyan University will also be in
attendance. The college fair will provide our students and
parents/guardians to personally interact with college representatives,
receive information, and attend workshops. There will be several panel
discussions about the application and admissions process as well as a
student-led panel discussion about Life at College. At The Great Hall
inside CUNY’s Shepard Hall (140th St. & Convent Ave.).For more information
contact Diandra Jugmohan, Hostos C.C. STEP Assistant Director: 718-518-6773
/ djugmohan at hostos.cuny.edu. *Saturday, October 18th, 9:30am – 1pm*.



*Homer's Run Fall Clean-up Day *Calling all dog owners who use Homer's Run
or just want to be helpful community neighbors! Come help clean and help us
prepare for our brand new fencing coming in with the funding provided by
Iams and the NYC Department of Parks & Recreation along with generous
donations from neighborhood allies! Be there or be square! Tools, gloves
and refreshments will be provided. At Homer's Run, in Inwood Hill Park.
(**NOTE: Dog run closed to public during maintenance.**) *Saturday, October
18th, 10am - noon.*



*Fort Tryon Harvest Festival *Crafts, pumpkins, donuts, decorate-your-own
cupcakes, face painting, music, pie contest, and more! Free! (Donations
gladly accepted.) On the Café lawn in Ft. Tryon Park. *Saturday, October
18th, 11am-4pm.*



*William Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet presented by the Pied Piper
Children’s Theatre *At the Theatre Space at Holy Trinity Church Inwood, 20
Cumming Street (one block north of Dyckman, between Broadway & Seaman Ave.)
Admission: $12, Adults; $10, Children (under 16) and Seniors (62 & up).
Available on-line at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/839961. All
seating is GENERAL SEATING - Doors will open approximately 15 minutes prior
to curtain. Tickets bought online in advance will be given *PRIORITY* to
enter the theater space when the house opens. You may also buy tickets at
the door (cash or check only) beginning 45 minutes before curtain. *Saturdays,
October 18th & 25th, 3pm & 8pm. Sundays, October 19th & 26th at 4pm.*



*Fall Festival at the Dyckman Farmhouse Museum* Take a tour, see a model of
the Farmhouse built of LEGO bricks, learn about the Dyckman harvest and
watch an apple press in action. Plus, activities for children. (11am-3pm)
Followed by live jazz on the back porch and a beer tasting with the Dyckman
Beer Company. (3:30pm-5:30pm) Free, except for the beer tasting, which is
$10. At the Dyckman Farmhouse, 4881 Broadway @ W. 204th Street. For more
information, visit www.dyckmanfarmhouse.org/fall-festival. *Sunday, October
19th, 11am – 5:30pm. *



*Movie Screening: “A Place at the Table,”* a film that gives a fascinating
look at hunger in America. "A Place at the Table” tells the powerful
stories of three such Americans, who maintain their dignity even as they
struggle just to eat" (
http://www.magpictures.com/aplaceatthetable/#sthash.z2TUPyEg.dpuf).
Following the film, we will be hosting a panel discussion. At the YM/YWHA
of Washington Heights & Inwood, 54 Nagle Ave. FREE! For more information,
contact Chevi Marks, 212-569-6200 x251 / cmarks at ywashhts.org. *Sunday,
October 19th at 2pm.*



*Novels With a Social Conscience: A Book Discussion Group at Word Up*. Join
us to discuss Michael Gold's, *Jews Without Money *(1930, 308 pp.). This
fictionalized autobiography focuses on a Jewish family from eastern Europe
living on New York's Lower East Side in the 1920s. Please prepare in
advance by reading the novel. For more information, contact Bob Lamm at
blamm86 at gmail.com. At Word Up! Community Bookshop, 2113 Amsterdam Avenue
@West 165th Street. 347-688-3456. *Sunday, October 19th, 3pm - 5pm.*



*Movies at the United Palace: “Ernest & Celstine” *Join us for the opening
night of the KidCinemaFest Film Festival in New York. FREE! At the United
Palace, 4140 Broadway at W. 175th Street. For more information, email
mikef at unitedpalace.org or call 212-568-6700 x41. *Wednesday, October 22nd
at 7pm *(doors open at 6pm).



*Free Breast Cancer Screenings *The American-Italian Cancer Foundation is
offering no cost digital mammograms and clinical breast exams outside of
Councilmember Mark Levine’s office. Any woman over 40 who has not been
examined in the last year is eligible. For an appointment call the C/M’s
office at 212-928-6814. *Friday, October 24th.*



*March & Rally for Housing Justice *and 2015 legislative agenda. Rent
regulations are due to expire on June 30th of next year. Join your
neighbors in demanding stronger regulations, that will benefit millions of
New Yorkers living in rent-controlled and rent-stabilized apartments. There
will be educational materials on how you can fight to protect, preserve and
improve New York City’s housing. Route, time, and other details TBA, but
save the date: *Saturday, October 25th (afternoon). *To get involved, email
eventsRSVP at adrianoespaillat.org.


*Movies at the United Palace: “Frankenstein” *accompanied by the world
premiere of Gary Lucas’ new score, and preceded by a costume parade. At the
United Palace, 4140 Broadway at W. 175th Street. For more information,
email mikef at unitedpalace.org or call 212-568-6700 x41. *Friday, October
31st at 7pm *(doors open at 6:30pm; film at 8pm).







****EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES*** (10 items)*

*Universal Pre-K: It’s not too late to register! *If your child was born in
2010, you can apply for a FREE, quality UPK program in your community but
calling 311, texting “prek” to 877877, or visiting nyc.gov/prek. Enrollment
specialists at the Department of Education are available to speak with you
and let you know about options in your neighborhood suitable for your
child, and can take your application over the phone.



*Having a problem with NYC Public School Registration for Your Child(ren)? *New
elementary and middle school students who have zoned schools, including
those with an Individualized Education Program (IEP), should register at
their zoned schools. (Visit www.nyc.gov/schools or call 311 to find your
zoned school. Students who live in a neighborhood without zoned schools
should visit a Registration Center in their borough of residence.) Families
can still register for pre-K and can find more information at nyc.gov/prek or
by texting “PreK” to 877877. All new high school students, including those
with an IEP, must register at a Registration Center in their borough of
residence.



The Manhattan Borough Enrollment Offices is located at The High School of
Fashion Industries (225 W. 24th St., enter on W. 25th St.) Bronx Centers
are located at PS/IS 218, Rafael Hernandez Dual Language (1220 Gerard
Avenue, enter at 167th Street & Walton Ave.) and Theodore Roosevelt
Educational Campus (500 E. Fordham Rd.).



Parents must bring their child(ren) with them to register, as well as the
child(ren)’s birth certificate or passport; immunization record; latest
report card/transcript (if applicable) and Individualized Education Program
(IEP) and/or 504 Accommodation Plan (if applicable). In addition, parents
must demonstrate proof of residency by bringing any of the following two
documents: utility bill (dated within the last 60 days); water bill (dated
within the last 90 days); lease, deed or mortgage statement; current
property tax bill; official payroll document from an employer (dated within
the last 60 days); document or letter from a government agency, such as the
IRS, ACS, NYCHA, etc., (dated within the past 60 days).



*CUNY in the Heights Afterschool Program *Play, learn and grow together!
Our program is a safe yet fun learning environment where homework is our
main priority. We offer many additional activities including snacks, arts &
crafts, board games, dance, organized sports, and much more. From 2:45pm –
6pm, Monday through Friday, at Muscota/Amistad, 4862 Broadway (btw. 204th &
Academy). Monthly flat fee of $200. For more information please call Ms.
Mercedes at 212-567-7132 or email mjmorales at hostos.cuny.edu. Every child
must complete a registration packet before starting the program.



*New Arts Classes at the United Palace of Cultural Arts *4140 Broadway at
W. 175th St. E-mail Keith Fasciani (keithf at unitedpalace.org) to learn more
about any classes.



·    *The UPCA Performing Arts Academy *For children in 6th - 8th grades.
FREE, but space is limited. Classes in:

·           Hip Hop Dance (Tues/Weds/Fri)

·           Theatre (Mon/Thurs)

·           Circus Arts (Mon/Thurs)

·           West African Drumming (Tues/Weds/Fri)

This brand new program is designed to bring more advanced arts training to
mature students who show a commitment to a high level of performance.
Students are expected to attend all classes in the discipline(s) they
choose and will have the opportunity to display their work and talents in
shows throughout the year. The instructors will teach more complex
techniques and will expect students to treat class time as a professional
environment. *Monday-Friday, 4:30pm - 6pm, beginning September 22nd*



·    *Visual Arts *Thanks to funding from City Council Member Mark Levine,
we will also continue our Saturday arts classes with Creative Art Works in
October. Space is available for children in the 3rd, 4th and 5th grades.
Beginning October 11th, through December. 10am-noon. FREE.



·    *WHIN Music Project *This orchestra is geared to children 7-23 who
have their own instrument and some prior instruction. $180 Participation
Fee. Additional information:www.whinmusicproject.org. Saturdays, 3-6pm,
(October - June)



*Manhattan UFT Borough-wide Parent Conference: Empowering Parents, Building
Parent-School Partnerships *Free workshops; free breakfast & lunch;
exhibitions; raffle prizes. Workshops include: child safety, common core
standards, getting ready for kindergarten, selecting the right high school,
effective communication skills for parents, helping the reluctant middle
school reader, financial literacy, social media & kids, CPR basics, how to
support your differently-abled child, and much, much more. Translation
available. NO childcare; this conference is for ADULTS ONLY. At the UFT, 52
Broadway, 10th floor. Register online at www.uft.org/manhattanparents; F or
more information, email Francine Streich at fstreich at uft.org. *Saturday,
October 18th, 8:30am – 3:30pm. **you must register by October 6th***



*2014 Borough-wide* High School Fairs will be held this weekend in the
Bronx (Theodore Roosevelt Educational Campus, 500 E. Fordham Rd.) and
Manhattan (MKL, Jr. Educational Campus, 122 Amsterdam Ave.). For more
information, visit www.nyc.gov/schools/highschool. *Saturday/Sunday,
October 18th & 19th, 10am-3pm.*



*Register for the Turner School for Construction Management *in partnership
with the City College Office of Continuing & Professional Studies, West
Harlem group and the New York Women’s Chamber of Commerce. This 45-hour
construction management certificate program includes classes in
construction and field management, insurance, access to capital, marketing,
responding to RFPs, site safety, construction law, ethics & compliance,
energy efficiency, and more! At CCNY, 160 Convent Ave., Shepard Hall, Room
2. $725 (includes registration fee.) *Tuesdays and Thursday, beginning
October 7th through December 4th, 6pm – 9pm. *



*Register now for Beginner or Intermediate Level Conversational Spanish for
Social Workers *at Hunter College’s  Silberman School of Social Work.
Beginner level highlights include basic terms for major issues affecting
Spanish speaking immigrant families; how to greet a Spanish speaking person
both in person and over the phone; how to tell a Spanish speaking person
that you will find someone to assist him/her in person or over the phone;
numbers zero to ten in Spanish in order to write down a phone number to
relay a message; how to take a message while communicating with a Spanish
speaking person over the phone; how to give a Spanish speaking person a
referral to a Spanish speaking professional over the phone. (Course Code
SWBCSSW) In the intermediate level students will learn to listen (or read)
and pick out those key terms or words which give the main ideas that are
being conveyed; 80% of the class will be conducted in Spanish, with
occasional intervention in English for purposes of clarification; students
will be given homework assignments each session; they will work
individually, in large and small groups; 75% of the vocabulary will be
directly relevant to the human services context. (Course code SWISSW)
Tuition: $350/course. To register, call 212-650-3850 or visit
https://ceweb.hunter.cuny.edu/cers/CourseBrowse.aspx?utm_source=Copy+of+Beginner+Spanish+promotion&utm_campaign=PMWD-922013&utm_medium=email.
*Wednesdays, October 8th – December 17th (skips 11/26), 6pm – 8pm. *







****JOBS & VOCATIONAL TRAINING*** (5 items)*

*CUNY in the Heights Division of Continuing Education & Workforce
Development* Lots of affordable and convenient classes, many of which can
be taken individually or as part of a certificate program. Classes include
computer training (graphic design, code development, InDesign, social media
for business, etc.), certification courses for Personal Fitness Trainer,
Teacher Assistant, Security Guard; Healthcare Certification (CNA, CPR/AED,
ECG/EKG, phlebotomy, Pharmacy Tech, Dental Assistant, Dialysis Tech,
medical billing/coding specialist, Spanish for Medical Professionals);
Education & Language Arts (including SAT prep, ESL, GED and more);
enrichment programs; Saturday “College for Kids” offering both academic and
cultural enrichment, and much, much more! At 5030 Broadway, btw. W. 213th /
W. 214th Streets. Call 212-567-7132, email cunyintheheights at hostos.cuny.edu
or visit www.cunyintheheights.com for scheduling information.



*Youth Workforce Development Programs *through the Northern Manhattan
Improvement Corporation. NMIC’s programs are FREE opportunities for
advancing the educational and occupational skills of disengages young
adults.

·         *Young Adult Internship Program: *The Young Adult Internship
Program (YAIP) serves young adults aged 17-24 who are unemployed and not in
school. YAIP's goal is to prepare participants for the workforce through
job readiness training and a paid internship in an area of individual
interest. For more information, call 212-453-5381 / 212-453-5366 /
212-453-5394.

·         *YouthBuild: *YouthBuild is a program for Out-of-School youth
(ages 17-24) who do not have a High School Diploma or GED/HSE. Participants
will receive High School Equivalency Instruction, Construction Apprentice
Training, and Leadership Development. Job placement assistance will be
provided upon completion of the program. For more information, call
212-453-5381 / 212-822-8355.

·         *Youth Empowered To Succeed (YES): *The Youth Empowered To
Succeed (YES) program for Out-of-School Youth (OSY) at NMIC serves young
adults aged 16-21 who are not connected to school or work and need
assistance in upgrading their occupational skills. Participants receive
Construction Training (HBI PACT & OSHA 10 hr) and job placement assistance
upon completion of the program. For more information, call 212-453-5399 /
212-453-5381 / 212-822-8355.



*School Crossing Guard applications available* at the 34th Precinct. $9.88
to start, $12.90/hour after 3 years of service. Health benefits (with 20+
hours worked per week.) No formal education but candidates must be able to
understand and be understood in English. Please call 212-927-0287 for more
information.



*Employment Opportunities with the New York State Unified Court System*

·         *Internal Auditor (JG – 23)* Internal Auditors work under the
supervision of senior audit staff or as team leaders on projects of narrow
scope. Internal Auditors are assigned to field audits of courts and
agencies within the Unified Court System for the purpose of evaluating the
adequacy of internal controls over financial and operational activities and
information systems; determining compliance with applicable laws and
regulations; determining the court or agency’s ability to perform its
program efficiently and effectively; and other related duties. They may be
responsible for supervising Assistant Internal Auditors and other
subordinate personnel. Base salary: $64,834+ (Location Pay of $3,697 if
located in NYC.) Qualifications: One year in the Assistant Internal Auditor
title; or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with
24 credit hours in accounting and 3 years of relevant experience; or
Master’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university and
2 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education
and experience. Preference will be given to candidates with at least one
year of information systems auditing experience.

·         *Assistant Internal Auditor (JG – 21)* Assistant Internal
Auditors work under the direct supervision of senior audit staff, and are
assigned to field audits of courts and agencies within the Unified Court
System for the purpose of evaluating the adequacy of internal controls over
financial and operating activities and information systems; determining
compliance with applicable laws and regulations; and determining the court
or agency’s ability to perform its program efficiently and effectively; and
other related duties. Location: NYC, Albany, Buffalo or Syracuse. This
position will be responsible for conducting financial, operational and
information system audits of courts, agencies, or programs within the
Unified Court System. Overnight travel throughout New York State is
required. Base salary: $58,298+. (Location Pay of $3,697 if located in
NYC.) Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or
university with 24 credit hours in accounting and 2 years of relevant
experience; or Master’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or
university and one year of relevant experience; or an equivalent
combination of education and experience. Preference will be given to
candidates with at least one year of information systems auditing
experience.



Although a position is available and situated at a specific location, the
appointee may be subject to reassignment to any position in the same title
in this promotion unit dependent upon the needs of the Unified Court
System. All applications received from this announcement may be used to
fill any vacancies in this title that may occur in this court or agency
within the next 6 months. All interested persons meeting the minimum
qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment
form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on
the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf) and a resume to: Sherrill
Spatz, Esq., Inspector General, 2500 Pond View, Suite LL01, Castleton on
Hudson, NY 12033. *All applications must be postmarked or received by
October 9th. *



*Job openings at The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School.*

·         *TEP Part-Time Literacy Specialist:* (~15 hours per week) will
work one-on-one with students identified as struggling readers in both
push-in and pullout capacities, spiraling effective literacy interventions
into the student(s)’ existing curriculum.
www.tepcharter.org/Part-Time-Literacy-Specialist.php. This could
potentially be a strong fit for some of your after school program
instructors.

·         *Assistant Director of Enrichment and Special Projects:* We are
ready to add members to the team who can provide significant support to
these programs.
www.tepcharter.org/AssistantDirectorEnrichmentSpecialProject.php

·         *Development Associate*: We are really looking for someone with
exceptional writing capabilities.
www.tepcharter.org/Development-Associate.php

·         *Assistant Director of High School Placement and Alumni
Support: *With
each year, our alumni community grows, we have decided to hire someone who
can devote themselves to supporting our alumni on their journey to college
and beyond.
www.tepcharter.org/AssistantDirectorofHSPlacementAlumniSupport.php

·         *Teachers*: And of course, TEP continues to hire for ALL teaching
positions, as we are always trying to overhire in all departments.
http://www.tepcharter.org/apply.php. We would especially consider making a
mid-year hire for a Social Studies position.







****HEALTH, RECREATION & FITNESS*** (14 items)*

*Do you or your family need health insurance?* In-person assistance in
English and Spanish for Medicaid, Child Health Plus, and NYC Qualified
plans. At Nomaa Arts <https://www.facebook.com/nomaanyc>, 178 Bennett Ave. 3
rd floor. For more information, call 212-233-8955 ext.127. E*very Tuesday,
1pm - *6pm



*Awesome Asana Yoga in The Heights *with the "Localize Yoga" Project.
Vinyasa Flow Yoga Classes with in the Drawing Room at Morris Jumel Mansion.
Bring a mat if you have one. $5 donation asked for class goes to support
the public park and historic landmark. Donation also gets students free
same-day access to the museum. Join/follow our growing Yoga Tribe for class
info/updates at facebook.com/awesomeasana. *Thursdays & Sundays, 1pm-2pm
for adults; Wednesdays, 8pm & Saturdays, 10:30am-11am* for *Family Yoga *at
Small Idea (570 W 159th St, 1st Floor).



*Ongoing Weekly Fitness, Health & Lifestyle Programs at Isabella:*

·         Fitness Gets Personal: Mondays, 11am – noon (Recreation Hall)

·         Tai Chi: Tuesdays, 9:30 am – 10:45 am (525 Audubon Ave., Room
1412)

·         La Salud Mental y el Bienestar: Miércoles de 9:30 am – 10:45 am.
Únase a este grupo de apoyo para obtener la salud mental que usted
necesita. Se requiere un compromiso de 12 semanas. (525 Audubon Ave., 1er
Piso. Marketing Conference Room.) Es necesario inscribirse.

·         Walking Works Wonders: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, 8am –
9am (Rec. Hall)

·         Well-Seasoned: A City Harvest Cooking Class: Thursdays
(10/9-11/13), 9:30am – 11:30am. Well-Seasoned is a FREE cooking course for
low-income, older adults focused on basic nutrition, physical activity,
cooking and budgeting. Space is limited to 20 participants for the duration
of the 6 week course. Enrollment is a must. (525 Audubon Ave., Room 1412)

·         Mental Health and Wellness Group: Fridays (beginning 9/26),
9:30am – 10:45am. Join this support group as a continuation of the “How to
Control Your Life” series. Vonalis Pina will continue weekly discussions on
how to better manage daily stresses in a more intimate setting. A 12 week
commitment is required. Light breakfast will be provided. (525 Audubon
Avenue, 1st floor Marketing Conference Room.)

All classes at 515 Audubon Ave. @ W. 190th St., unless otherwise noted. For
more information and to register, call Marilyn Pacheco at 212-342-9224 – Se
habla Español

*Flu Shots *Protect yourself from the ‘flu. Cosponsored with The Visiting
Nurse Service (VNS) of New York, and all of our Uptown partners in
government. Flu shots will be provided to adults as well as to children 9
and over with parental consent. The supply of flu shots is limited and
appointments are recommended to guarantee your shot. FREE, but registration
very helpful: 212-544-0173 / eventsRSVP at adrianoespaillat.org. At Dichter
Parmacy, 4953 Broadway. *Wednesday, October 8th, 10am – 1pm. *And at the
Hebrew Tabernacle, 551 Fort Washington Ave.. co-sponsored with Denny
Farrell, *Wednesday, October 22nd, 10am – 1pm. *and the Cornerstone Center
(178 Bennett Ave.), *Friday, October 24th, 10am – 1pm.*



*Eating for Your Heart's Sake: Don't Miss a Beat* A seminar on healthful
eating by NY Presbyterian Clinical Nutritionists. Enjoy the taste of eating
right! Free and open to the public. At the Allen Hospital, 5141 Broadway @
W. 220th St. *Tuesday, October 7th, 1pm-2:30pm.*



*Annual Fall Health Fair *HealthOutreach aims to connect and serve our
community and to provide a means of awareness as to the services that are
available to assist them in their daily lives. Come get free screenings:
flu shots; grip measurement; stroke, blood pressure, posture, and balance
screenings; pulse oximetry; sex education information; and much more!! Meet
local community resources. At the Allen Hospital, 5141 Broadway @ W. 220th
St. RSVP/info: 212-932-5844. *Monday/Tuesday, October 13th &14th, 9:30am -
2:30pm,*



*American Diabetes Association Lecture Series *At the Allen Hospital Thayer
Conference Room B 1CW-003, 5141 Broadway at W. 220th St. FREE and open to
all. Space is limited. Call HealthOutreach at 212-932-5844 to
register/reserve. Light refreshment will be served.

·         Why Checking Your Blood Glucose Is the Key, *Monday, October
20th, 1pm – 2pm.*

·         Risk Control for Heart Attack and Stroke, *Tuesday, October 21st,
1pm – 2pm.*

·         The Lowdown on Diabetes and Depression, *Wednesday, October 22nd,
2pm – 3pm.*

·         How to Limit the Damage Diabetes Can Do, *Tuesday, November 4th,
1pm – 2pm.*

·         More on How to Limit the Damage Diabetes Can Do, *Monday,
November 10th, 1pm – 2pm.*



*Easier-to-Access Services for Older Adults *The YM & YWHA of Washington
Heights and Inwood (WHIY) has collaborated with the Riverdale YM-YWHA, the
Jewish Community Council of Washington Heights and Inwood, and the Hebrew
Home at Riverdale to form a unique partnership called *The Hudson Community
Project: Safe at Home.* It combines our agencies’ resources, expands the
geographic scope of our services-and streamlines the way we provide them.
The result – older adults can receive a more comprehensive selection of
services aimed at helping you maintain your independence and make living at
home more comfortable and secure. Some of our services include: case
management, housing advocacy, kosher food pantry and meals, social adult
day care, in-home support, health maintenance, rehabilitation,
transportation. For more information, please contact Sarah Leiner, MSW at
212-569-6200 x 233.



*FREE Fitness for NYC Seniors *The CityParks Seniors Fitness welcomes all
New Yorkers ages 60 and over to participate in free tennis lessons, yoga
instruction, and fitness walking in parks across the city. Activities in
this eight-week fitness program take place twice a week. CityParks Seniors
Fitness aims to keep neighborhood parks a great place for community
activity. Even in moderate amounts, exercise can help us feel better,
maintain or lose weight, reduce risk of heart disease and diabetes, and
minimize the symptoms of arthritis. No matter how old we are, our bodies
always benefit from physical activity. Visit
http://www.cityparksfoundation.org/sports/seniors-fitness/ or call
718-760-6999 for more information and to register.



*Cases of a respiratory illness known as Enterovirus D68 have been reported
*in a growing number of states, with infants, children and teenagers most
likely to become ill from the virus.

·         The virus can be found in an infected person’s saliva, nasal
mucus or sputum. It spreads from person to person when someone who is
infected coughs, sneezes or when someone touches a contaminated surface.

·         Enterovirus D68 can cause mild to severe respiratory illness.
Other symptoms may include fever, runny nose, sneezing, cough, and muscle
and body aches.

·         People experiencing difficulty breathing should see their health
care provider.

·         Those with known respiratory illnesses such as asthma are
reminded to take their medications and seek care if they experience any
problems.



People can follow some simple steps to help prevent the spread of the
Enterovirus D68.

·         Wash your hands frequently. Use soap and water and wash
vigorously for at least 20 seconds. If you are in a public restroom, turn
off the faucet with a paper towel. Use another paper towel to dry your
hands and to open the door as you exit. An alcohol-based hand sanitizer can
be used if soap and water are unavailable.

·         Always cough or sneeze into a tissue. Use the crook of your elbow
or upper arm if you don’t have one.

·         Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unclean hands to
prevent spreading germs.

·         Disinfect commonly touched surfaces such as phones, computers,
doorknobs, switches and toys.

·         Avoid contact and sharing utensils, cups and bottles with people
who are sick.

·         If you are sick, stay home from school or work to avoid spreading
the virus.



*Saturday Night Lights Weekend Professional Sports Training* and weekday
academic support for kids ages 11- 18. Drill & Play (Basketball) at George
Washington High School (549 Audubon Ave. at W. 192nd St.) Saturdays, 5pm –
7pm and 7pm – 9pm. & Manhattanville Community Center (530 W. 133rd St. btw
Amsterdam Ave/B’way). Fridays, 5pm – 7pm & 7pm – 9pm. AllStarr Volleyball
at the PAL Armory (218 Ft. Washington Ave., enter on W. 169th St.),
Saturdays, 5pm – 7pm & 7pm – 9pm. For information call 212.678.0647 or
visit www.manhattanda.org/saturday-night-lights.

*Take a Small Step Toward Living Healthier *Our popular free zumba, yoga,
cooking demos and health education are at a new location! Community League
of the Heights will be hosting classes out of its partner school, Community
Health Academy, located at 504 W. 158th Street.

Check out the full schedule at the new location, learn more about the great
activities and sign up today!

Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation, Community League of the
Heights, Inwood Community Services, Inc. and EmblemHealth are pleased bring
you twelve weeks of classes to help you stay healthy, get well and live
better.

·         Zumba: Tuesdays & Thursdays through December 9th / 11th,
6:15pm-7:15pm

·         Yoga: Mondays & Wednesdays through December 8th / 10th, 6:15pm -
7:15 pm

·         Cooking Classes: Fridays through November 14th, 6pm – 8pm

To sign-up visit http://emblemhealthlivehealthy.com/ or call 1-877-444-3674 for
a full schedule of classes.



*October is Substance Abuse Prevention Month. **According to national data,
70% of teenagers have tried alcohol by aged 18. Here in Washington Heights,
Inwood & Marble Hill, according to a recent study of youth drinking habits
and attitudes by the UNIDOS Coalition, 40% of our 12th graders had consumed
alcohol within the past 30 days. To learn more about alcohol and substance
abuse in young people – both its effects and prevention – visit the
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration at *
http://www.samhsa.gov/ or the New York State Office of Alcoholism &
Substance Abuse Services at www.oasas.ny.gov.



*The Cornerstone Chorale is Now Auditioning Choral Singers of All Voice
Types *Cornerstone Chorale is a community chorus in the Washington
Heights/Inwood neighborhood. The chorus rehearses on Monday nights in
season and performs several concerts annually. New members welcome! For
more information or to arrange for an audition, please call Richard Stout,
Musical Director, 212-795-5738. For more information, visit
www.cornerstonechoralenyc.org.







****HOW YOU CAN HELP*** (6 items)*

*UNIDOS Coalition Community Underage Drinking Survey:* Support community
efforts in researching underage drinking within Washington Heights &
Inwood! Help the UNIDOS Coalition in continuing their work towards
awareness and prevention. The 2014 Community Underage Drinking Survey asks
simple questions about your thoughts on underage drinking in your community
among high school age youth (ages 14-19). It is completely anonymous and
all questions are voluntary. The survey can be completed in just a few
minutes and will help educate our community for years to come. To take the
survey, click here: http://sgiz.mobi/s3/327c685ed3a8. (You may take the
survey in English or Spanish.)



*Fort Tryon Park's Elms Still Need Your Help! **Please consider a generous
gift to preserve these beautiful trees. *Across the country, over 77
million American elms have died from Dutch disease, including many of the
original elms of Fort Tryon Park. Dutch elm disease is a deadly fungus
which infects the sapwood of elm trees and is carried from tree to tree by
elm bark beetles. To address this issue, the Fort Tryon Park Trust has
hired a tree-care firm to inoculate the elms biannually. It is a costly
procedure, $60,000, but it provides the trees protection from the deadly
virus. Help us save our majestic elms by making a donation to the Fort
Tryon Park Trust's “Save the Elms” campaign.



*Manhattan Family Justice Center Domestic Violence Awareness Month Drive*
Donate non-perishable foods, new & gently used clothing, toys, strollers,
car seats, baby formula, diapers, new & gently used  multilingual books.
All donations go to people in need. Drop off donations @ 80 Centre St. 5th
floor Civil side reception area of the DANY Special  Victims Bureau, DANY
Northern Manhattan Office (163 W. 125th St.) or 5030 Broadway in the main
lobby or the 6th floor employee lunch room. *Now through October 31st. *



*Apply now to be a TEP READING BUDDY, a new after-school program designed
for TEP 5th graders. *Reading Buddies are matched with a 5th grade student,
and read together from 4pm-5pm, two afternoons each week at TEP. *Washington
Heights community members are strongly encouraged to apply!! *Reading
Buddies are paid $15/hour. (W*e also accept volunteers!*). We are looking
to recruit strong and enthusiastic readers who can commit 2 days/week for
the entire school year. (English fluency is required).



*Immigrant Women Business Survey through the Women’s Chamber of Commerce *I
believe you must be very busy with your business but would you spare only
15-20 minutes of your time to participate in a survey targeting immigrant
women business owners in New York City? In return, you can win a dinner for
two worth $100 at Pera Midtown (http://peranyc.com
<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018va0xWAWE3l2TuHAHmQDpqA0CgpgAwksanAcS8saNkDzYNa_ltKh5LYne8s1D5v8ReLNmb8aTfDJDSqFdtPdKT4cPiaGrr1v6xtHMXKujEnG7iYai4KXtudcf91Y9XkvR6hIFELKvJ1zyeRxMk4_4mz7LJfwafrJPLTgTpDuO7w=&c=wK8i10YwGq7E0Qr4DDcl3qkSd4QjllLnnz_AkOY5uyxmd5ertYUtHw==&ch=rTMcUJMzpq_6Jn7Y0Jh-ULyvCaWxPzQCxHOZJ3zzZaW91BXHNQuw0A==>)
(5 out of 100 participants with a completed survey will win this gift
through lottery). I will also be happy to share the results of my survey
with you at NY Women's Chamber of Commerce. If you would like to contribute
to your community, you can take the survey at the following link (
https://rutgers.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_7OFyN0ozIBm1ya9
<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018va0xWAWE3l2TuHAHmQDpqA0CgpgAwksanAcS8saNkDzYNa_ltKh5IctkKc3NGVKO312cVpLwreIhnWKTuFJU6pVvMWnuGQvDbOrYFttqxVfGVS8Pl3PSbTkD0MXHwMftcYxlaxbbvY-K_UViCYsKGR58Qr_wiCjllD2Kp25_M58V66dIaoU8Nfcc1fwDNboAizJbdWbn3rK32O6JeoNsBv6JYQfRQ-w&c=wK8i10YwGq7E0Qr4DDcl3qkSd4QjllLnnz_AkOY5uyxmd5ertYUtHw==&ch=rTMcUJMzpq_6Jn7Y0Jh-ULyvCaWxPzQCxHOZJ3zzZaW91BXHNQuw0A==>)
until October 15th. You can start the survey now and go back to your
answers at any time until this date. Your participation is very important
and valuable, and we really appreciate your help and time.



*Hip Hop Nutcracker* SONOS is collaborating with the United Palace of
Cultural Arts and Decadance Theater Company to create a new holiday
tradition called the Hip Hop Nutcracker. Imagine the beloved music and
story of The Nutcracker transformed to Washington Heights, where the music
is traditional Tchaikovsky, but the dance on stage is performed by 12 hip
hop dancers. 31 members of the SONOS Chamber Orchestra will be performing
in the orchestra pit, while a live DJ and an electric violinist perform
live onstage, as well. *You can help give life to a LIVE Nutcracker!*
Please contribute, and also write a note of your own and forward the link
to your contacts. The importance of this project cannot be underestimated:
we are collaborating; we are introducing audiences to classical music while
introducing audiences to hip hop dance; we are paying artists and we are
performing in our community while building a local new holiday tradition.
Help us find more audience members by telling your friends about the
concert and *becoming SONOS Cultural Ambassadors* to create that ripple
effect.
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/give-hip-hop-nutcracker-life-with-a-live-orchestra.








****TRANSIT & TRANSPORTATION *** (3 items)*

*Night Time Highway Lane Closure on the Major Deegan Expressway (Right
lane, southbound) *due to Installation of containment system on the High
Bridge. Flaggers will be posted near the High Bridge work site [approaching
section between exits 7 and 9 of Major Deegan Expressway, southbound]. Be
prepared for traffic delays and use alternate routes. Emergency vehicle
access will be maintained at all times. If you have any questions, please
contact the Community Construction Liaison, Marlyn Nuñez, at (718) 588-2564
or e-mail highbridgeccl at gmail.com. During non-construction hours, please
contact the New York City Government Services and Information Hotline at
311. *Beginning on/or about Monday, October 6th through Saturday, October
11th, from 10pm - 5am,* weather and field conditions permitting,



*DDC Begins Reconstruction of Plaza de las Americas *Please be advised that
on Thursday, October 2 2014, The New York City Department of Design and
Construction (NYCDDC) will begin a capital re-construction project of Plaza
De Las Americas, weather and field conditions permitting. The purpose of
this project is to fully reconstruct the plaza with amenities including,
lighting, benches, tree plantings, decorative paving, drinking fountain,
automatic public toilet, and public art work element. Work will also
include installation of water mains and service connections; installation
of catch basins; curbs and sidewalks; street lighting, traffic signal work
and roadway resurfacing. Work will be performed on W. 175th Street between
St. Nicholas Ave. and Broadway, with new Plaza construction: W. 175th St.
between Broadway & Wadsworth Ave. DDC is committed to maintaining a work
site that is safe and clean. However, dust, noise and heavy equipment are
common elements of construction and we ask for your patience during the
project. In order to facilitate the construction, there may be limited
street access on certain blocks. However, deliveries to
commercial/residential properties and emergency vehicle access will be
allowed. Please contact the Community Construction Liaison to coordinate.
Allowable work hours are Monday through Friday 7:00am to 6:00pm and
Saturdays 8:00am to 4:00pm. However, no Saturday(s) work is anticipated at
this time. Advanced notification will be given if construction is necessary
on Saturday(s). Please email Ms. Laura Rivera (plzdelasamericasccl at gmail.com)
for further information. During non-construction hours, please call 311 and
mention Project ID# HWPLZ009M.

*Weekend Service Suspension on the 1 Train / No trains between 96 St and
242 St* –AC, M3 and free shuttle buses provide alternate service. 1 service
operates between South Ferry and 96 St. For service between 96 St and 168
St, use free shuttle buses or the A C at nearby stations. For service
between 168 St and 191 St, use M3 or free shuttle buses. Or, use the A at
nearby stations. For Dyckman St and 207 St, use nearby A stations; transfer
between 1 and A trains at 59 St. For service between 207 St and 242 St,
take free shuttle buses. Transfer between buses and A trains at 207 St and
between A and 1 trains at 59 St. *11:30pm Friday, October 3rd to 5am
Monday, October 6th. *







****GENERAL INFORMATION, ONGOING EVENTS & NEWS-YOU-CAN-USE*** (5 items)*

*An Important Update from the Social Security Administration regarding SSI
Benefits:* I wish to remind you of an important change that took place
October 1, 2014 that may affect some of the people in New York State who
receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI). SSI is a program based on need
administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). SSI pays a
monthly cash benefit to people age 65 and older or people who are blind or
disabled, regardless of age, who meet certain basic program requirements.
The SSI payment may be comprised of a federal cash benefit and a state
supplement. In New York State, the state supplement is often combined with
the federal payment and issued as a single payment.



Beginning October 1, 2014, New York State will issue its own State
Supplement Payment (SSP) while SSA will pay the federal cash benefit that
is due. This means that people who receive SSI in New York and who
currently receive a combined federal and state supplement will receive two,
separate payments – one from SSA and another from New York State. Their *total
*payment amount will not change. If the individual only receives an SSP,
that will be paid by the State. *While the payments will be separated
beginning October 1, 2014, the SSI rules remain unchanged. *If you or those
you serve have questions about the New York State Supplement Payment, you
must call the New York State SSP Customer Support Center by phone at
855-488-0541.



*TIL & HDFC Fall 2014 Training Schedule *The Department of Housing
Preservation and Development (HPD) is committed to improving the
availability, affordability and quality of housing in New York City. In
pursuit of this mission, HPD’s Tenant Interim Lease Program (TIL) provides
first-class, comprehensive training for tenants and shareholders throughout
the City. This in-depth instruction is for tenants whose buildings are in
HPD’s TIL Program, as well as for shareholders in Housing Development Fund
Corporations (HDFCs). Courses include TIL Management Concepts Review,
Maintenance & Repair and Conflict Resolution, and more. These courses teach
the necessary skills for successful management and operation of TIL
buildings and will assist buildings in their transition to tenant-owned
cooperatives. HDFC classes include Shareholder Training, Cooperative
Management/Selling Apartments, Distressed HDFCs, Co-op Accounting and HDFC
Legal. This program is a wonderful opportunity to strengthen your
buildings, your communities, and ultimately, New York City. All classes are
held in the evenings (6pm-9pm) at HPD (100 Gold Street); others at the
Urban Homesteading Assistance Board (2023 Lexington Ave. @ E. 123rd St.).
Please bring 2 forms of identification, including 1 photo ID. These courses
are offered free of charge; pre-registration is NOT required. For further
information and a complete schedule, please call Micheline Hanks-Bush
(212-863-6679) or Ana Ocampo (212-863-8868).



Pinnacle *Settlement Legal Help Project - Extension of Filing Deadline *The
Pinnacle Settlement Legal Help Project is jointly run by The Legal Aid
Society and Legal Services NYC. As part of the settlement of a class action
lawsuit against the landlord PinnacleGroup for the rent overcharge and
harassment of over 31,000 tenants citywide, our agencies are offering free
legal services to current and former Pinnacle tenants regardless of income
to help them submit and prosecute damages claims against Pinnacle as well
as insure compliance with new rules designed to protect the Pinnacle tenants.
The *deadline to file claims* has been *extended* from October 27th to
*December
31, 2014*. If you have any questions, please call our office, 212-544-0173,
or 888-736-8115 for further assistance.



*FREE Memberships at 33 NYC Cultural Treasures* *for all of 2015! *The
City’s new Municipal ID, which will launch in January, will give all ID
card holders access to one-year free membership packages at 33 of the
City’s leading cultural institutions, including world class museums,
performing arts centers, concert halls, botanical gardens, and zoos in all
five boroughs. The Municipal ID/CIG one-year membership will be comparable
to each institution’s standard one-year individual or family membership
package, depending on the institution, and will give ID card holders a
range of benefits including free admission, and access to special events,
and discounts to museum shops. Natural History Museum, Metropolitan Museum
of Art, City Ballet, Carnegie Hall, Wave Hill, Bronx Zoo, Botanical
Gardens, Brooklyn Museum, NY Hall of Science, Snug Harbor, and so much
more! For a full list of participants and benefits click here:
http://on.nyc.gov/1udVL18. Benefits will last from January 1st – December 31
st, 2015.



The municipal ID will be available for all residents of the five boroughs
who meet the program's proof of identity and city residency requirements.
The card will be issued at no cost for applicants during the program's
first year. The Municipal ID will be an accessible and safe document that
will ensure access to City services and grant admission to all municipal
buildings. To ensure broad and easy accessibility, the City will establish
walk-in enrollment centers in trusted community institutions citywide, and
will post the application online for applicants to complete prior to
visiting a walk-in center. In addition, the City will create mobile
enrollment units that can travel to neighborhoods across the City. The City
will also ensure that the outreach and application processes are accessible
to people with limited English proficiency and people with disabilities. The
City will protect the confidentiality of all municipal ID card
applications, and will not ask applicants about their immigration status.



*Heat Season began October 1st *The NYC Housing Maintenance Code and State
Multiple Dwelling Law requires building owners to provide heat and hot
water to all tenants. Building owners are required to provide hot water 365
days per year at a constant minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
Between October 1st and May 31st, a period designated as "Heat Season,"
building owners are also required to provide tenants with heat under the
following conditions:

·    Between the hours of 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM, if the outside temperature
falls below 55 degrees, the inside temperature is required to be at least
68 degrees Fahrenheit; and,

·    Between the hours of 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM, if the temperature outside
falls below 40 degrees, the inside temperature is required to be at least
55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Tenants who are cold in their apartments should first attempt to notify the
building owner, managing agent or superintendent. If heat is not restored,
the tenant should call NYC311 Customer Contact Center (311 can be accessed
outside of New York City by dialing (212) NEW YORK) or using
http://www1.nyc.gov/311/. The Center is open 24-hours a day, seven-days a
week. (You may also file a complaint online for heat and hot water
conditions.)







****LG/USA PALISADES UPDATE*** (5 items)*

The Friends of the Old Croton Aqueduct are hosting a free public slideshow
and lecture about the history of the Palisades on *Thursday, October 9th* *at
7:30 pm* at the Dobbs Ferry Library in the Community Room. The lecture
explores the century of stewardship behind the preservation of the
Palisades, a National Historic Landmark and National Natural Landmark.
Through images and narrative, Eric Nelsen, longtime historical interpreter
for Palisades Interstate Park, will bring the story of the Palisades to
life: its fishermen's villages and palatial estates, the epic struggle to
preserve the ancient cliffs, and the thriving beaches and campgrounds of
the Depression and New Deal era. The event was planned by the Friends of
the Old Croton Aqueduct. Co-sponsors include the Dobbs Ferry Historical
Society, the Hastings Historical Society, Groundwork Hudson Valley, the
Westchester County Historical Society, and Yonkers Public Library
Riverfront Branch. For more information about this and other public
programs, please go to the Friends of the Old Croton Aqueduct website at
www.aqueduct.org or email Laura Compagni at compagnisabella at optimum.net.
For more about how to explore the Palisades, go to www.njpalisades.org.



Add Woodcliff Lake to the list of NJ municipalities that have adopted
resolutions calling for the lowering of the planned LG building to protect
the Palisades. Below is a link to the related press coverage.
http://www.northjersey.com/news/woodcliff-lake-joins-fight-against-lg-proposal-1.1095829



Summer is over, and now we need to raise public awareness of the LG vs
Palisades issue. I cannot overestimate the importance of the pressure that
is being exerted on LG to do the right thing! We are having an impact!  Ft.
Tryon Park Trust is generously allowing us to use their table and we will
provide flyers. Below are dates and hours that we need volunteers. Erica
Ilton is coordinating this effort; please RSVP to her directly:
erica at ericailton.com

·         Saturday October 18th, 11:30am - 3:30pm for the Harvest Festival
in Fort Tryon Park. About 1000 adults come out for this with their kids.
The Fort Tryon Park Trust has a table at the park entrance to direct
Cloisters Visitors to the Cloisters and Harvest Festival folks to the Cafe
Lawn

·         Sunday November 16th, noon - 3pm for the Battle of Fort
Washington commemorative event on Fort Tryon Park's Cafe Lawn. Attended by
500+ adults.



The Palisades Meetup-Cleanup meets on the first Sunday of every month at
Ross Dock, where they assemble to clean up the trash on the trails and
picnic grounds. This is a joint effort between the Palisades Interstate
Park and the Appalachian Mountain Club. For more info, visit
www.njpalisades.org.*Sunday, October 4th, 10am – 1pm.*



And please: help spread the word about LG's development and its threat to
the historical and landmarked Palisades. Keep this in mind when you make
consumer choices regarding cell phones, TVs and other household
appliances. *SIGN
the petition on our website: *www.protectthepalisades.org. There are
already more than 6,000 signatures; let yours be one of them! And if you
haven’t already done so, write a letter to CEO Bon-Joon Koo
<http://www.protectthepalisades.org/koo_letter?utm_campaign=4govs_nyt&utm_medium=email&utm_source=protectthepalisadesorg>
and ask others to do the same. For more ways to help protect the Palisades,
please visit our Take Action page
<http://www.protectthepalisades.org/take_action?utm_campaign=4govs_nyt&utm_medium=email&utm_source=protectthepalisadesorg>
.





--------

Elizabeth Lorris Ritter

Community Liaison

State Senator Adriano Espaillat, 31st SD

5030 Broadway, Suite 701 NYC 10034

(212) 544-0173 (ph)

(212) 544-0256 (fx)
-------------- next part --------------
An HTML attachment was scrubbed...
URL: <https://pairlist8.pair.net/mailman/private/bwdupdates/attachments/20141002/f2066e96/attachment-0001.html>
-------------- next part --------------
A non-text attachment was scrubbed...
Name: image.png
Type: image/png
Size: 125309 bytes
Desc: not available
URL: <https://pairlist8.pair.net/mailman/private/bwdupdates/attachments/20141002/f2066e96/attachment-0001.png>