[BwayDems] Upcoming events, meetings & opportunities from Sen. Espaillat <4/24/15 edition; 81 items>

[Elizabeth Lorris Ritter]

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*Friday, April 24th, 2015*



*Dear Neighbor,*



*Even though Pre-K enrollment closes *TODAY* (see “Opportunities for
Children & Youth” section below for details) and WHIN & Dine Restaurant
Week ends tonight, there’s still plenty going on this weekend: classic
street games in the Park; Shakespeare at the Library; Earth Day
extravaganza, and more!*



*Next week you can celebrate US Grant’s birthday, learn more about what’s
being done in NYC around income inequality, get ready for “National Bike
Month” (who knew?!), donate blood, catch UP Theater’s latest play, “Epic
Poetry”. And that’s just a small sampling of the many meetings, concerts
and other opportunities around the District. *



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*Best,*

*Liz Ritter*





****TOMORROW & FRIDAY*** (2 items)*

*Washington Heights & Inwood Restaurant Week 2015* WHIN & DINE is the
official Washington Heights & Inwood restaurant week in which participating
restaurants offer discounted *prix fixe dinners for $26.95. *This program
is the perfect way to showcase the culinary treasures located in Northern
Manhattan between W. 155th & W. 220th Streets. No tickets or passes are
required. Food lovers may simply visit as many participating restaurants as
they’d like during "#WHIN & DINE" restaurant week and enjoy what they have
to offer from their prix fixe menu. For more info *prix fixe* menus, visit
our website: www.whindine.com
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. $26.95 three-course prix fixe dinner (per person, 4pm-9pm, Monday-Friday;
beverages, taxes and gratuities not included. *Through April 24th**.*



*Cuando Llegaron los Yanquis… *Join for a discussion about the
revolutionary history that has been marginalized and glanced over by many
since the Guerra de Abril in the Dominican Republic 50 years ago.
Combatting a Yanqui invasion, this moment in time united an island whose
division is legitimized and exacerbated by the legacy of colonialism. This
event will aim to draw connections between La Guerra de Abril, el codigo
168*, immigration, and the commonality between Dominicans and other
oppressed groups who have been victimized by the police. Speakers and
featured artists will perform and speak to the topics above. Food will be
provided for guests, as well as face-painting for children. At Word Up,
2113 Amsterdam Ave. @ W. 165th St.; 347-688-4456. *Friday, April 24th,
6pm–9pm**.*







****THIS WEEKEND*** (13 items)*

*Compost Crew *Every Saturday, the Compost Crew processes food scraps
collected at the Inwood Greenmarket and organic waste recovered from New
York Restoration Project's landscaping operations. Learn about the process
of composting and the dynamic range of current projects in New York City
while making a contribution to local waste reduction and greening efforts.
All participants are provided with monthly training sessions and asked to
commit to at least three work days. Ongoing trainings and orientations are
scheduled for the first work day of every month. For more information about
New York Restoration Project crews or to register, email volunteer at nyrp.org.
At Sherman Creek Park, 10 Ave. btw. Academy St. & the Harlem River. *Every
Saturday, 1pm – 3:30pm*, through October 24th.



*Street Games 2015 *We at NYC Parks are bringing classic back to Harlem!
Street Games re-introduces the classic low-tech games to a new generation
of kids including stickball, handball, Double-Dutch, hula hoops, yo-yo, and
skully. Other activities include wheelchair basketball, street hockey, Soap
Box Derby, ultimate disc, wheelchair basketball, and the New York Red Bulls
Skills Challenge. This event is *free and* open to all ages and abilities.
If you have any questions or would like to get more involved, please feel
free to contact William Morrison: William.Morrison at parks.nyc.gov /
212-360-8213. at Thomas Jefferson Park, 114th St. & First Ave. *Saturday,
April 25th 11am – 3pm *(rain or shine).



*Shakespeare Saturdays* presents a free staged reading of "The Taming of
the Shrew" - written by William Shakespeare and directed by Donna Kendall
Stearns with the concept that it's all a dream. Parental discretion is
advised. In the Downstairs Auditorium of The Inwood Library, 4790 Broadway
(between Dyckman & Cummings Streets). Music composed by Donna Kendall
Stearns. Free and open to the public. *Saturday, April 25th at 1pm.*



*Harlem Park to Park Organization *Harlem Earth Day Celebration in
Morningside Park (W. 110th – W. 123rd Streets between Morningside Ave and
Morningside Drive. *Saturday, April 25th, noon – 4pm.*



*Macbeth Comes to Highbridge Park! *The Public Theater, in partnership with
NYC Parks' Arts, Culture & Fun series, performs a contemporary rendition of
Macbeth. These performances are exclusive to NYC Parks' Recreation Centers,
and form The Public Theater's Mobile Unit program. The renditions tend to
be very modern, plain clothes, and seem more improvised than traditional
Shakespeare performances. Come have fun for free! At the Highbridge
Recreation Center, 2301 Amsterdam Avenue (@173rd Street); w/c acc. RSVP to
centralrec at parks.nyc.gov. *Saturday April 25th at 3pm**.*



*Word Up Community Bookshop presents: Marjorie Eliot's Theatre Matinee
Series* Marjorie Eliot is well known in Upper Manhattan for the remarkable
Sunday afternoon concerts she has hosted in her Edgecombe Ave living room
for 20+ years: Parlor Jazz. Her piano-playing, band-leading and
*hostess-ing* are internationally renowned. Recently, she has occasionally
extended these concerts, to include performances of her original one-act
plays. Word Up is thrilled to presenting a lesser known side of one of
Uptown's most formidable community arts activists. This final week will
show “Web of Mockery.” At Word Up Community Bookshop, Amsterdam Ave. @ W.
165th St. (WC acc.) Pay-What-You-Can Admission.* Saturday, April 25th, 3pm
– 5pm*



*FACE OUT: A Gathering of Tribes: Downtown Comes Uptown *Two great local
Manhattan literary organizations meet to keep words alive between the
skyscrapers. Poets and fiction writers *Mariposa, Melanie Goodreaux, Sheila
Maldonado, Ron Kolm, Frank Perez, Chavisa Woods, Poonam Srivastava*, and *Steve
Cannon* bring the Lower East Side up to the Heights. Founded by Steve
Cannon, A Gathering of the Tribes is an arts and cultural organization
dedicated to excellence in the arts from a diverse perspective since 1991. At
Word Up Community Bookshop, 2113 Amsterdam Ave. @ W. 165th St.;
347-688-4456. *Saturday, April 25th, 5pm–8pm**.*



*PPCT/Delphi Theatre Open Mic Night *Open to a variety of performers
including singers, actors, poets, story-tellers, comedians, jugglers,
magicians, dancers, and instrumentalists. Tables will be set up: Bring your
dinner! A piano accompanist will be provided from 7pm-8:30pm; ten available
slots to use our accompanist (first-come/first-served.) Performers are
welcome to bring their own accompanists. At the Theatre Space at Holy
Trinity Church, Inwood, 20 Cumming Street (corner of Seaman Avenue, one
block north of Dyckman Street A train station). $5 General Admission. Email
info at piedpipertheatre.com by 4/25 at 6:30pm to sign up in advance. (Include
name, act, approximate length (7 minutes max including setup), and indicate
if you will need a piano accompanist. Please note: this is a family
theatre; all performance acts are subject to approval of management. *Saturday
April 25th beginning at 6:30pm.*



*2015 Earth Week Extravaganza *Activities include crafts, cooking
demonstrations, book distribution, gardening activities, face painting and
more. Clothing recycling! Equipment exchange: bring in children’s equipment
no longer used and exchange it for another item! Refreshments! Performance
for children by Main Stages (3pm). Free and open to the public; w/c acc. At
the YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood, 54 Nagle Ave., btw. Elwood St.
& Broadway. *Sunday April 26th, 1:30pm – 3:30pm.*



*The Power of Place *For the story of how the Audubon Park Historic
District’s unusual footprint evolved, join a guided walk through the
Audubon Park Historic District. The walk will begin at the Audubon monument
on W. 155th St., east of Broadway. Open to the public and free of charge.
Space is limited so email matthewspady at audubonparkNY.com to reserve a spot.
Following the walk, participants are invited to join the Riverside Oval
Assn’s annual John James Audubon birthday party beginning in the Riverside
Oval and then moving to the Grinnell’s community room/gallery space. *Sunday,
April 26th at 2pm *(walk).



*The Upper West Side Celebrates Israel *There’s an incredible array of
events and programs taking place from April 21st – 26th. Join us for the
Upper West Side's spectacular annual celebration of Yom Ha'atzmaut,
Israel's Independence Day. Synagogues, schools, and Jewish organizations
are coming together to sponsor events throughout the neighborhood
celebrating the rich and complex culture, history, and people of Israel.
Visit www.jccmanhattan.org/uwsisrael/ for more information on an All-day
Festival on *Sunday, April 26th, *and much more!



*Macy's Sunday Story Time at the New York Historical Society.* Hear a
different tale every Sunday of NYC and the people who made it great from
the seventeenth century to present day. Ages 3-7. Free with Family pass
from cool culture (to obtain info on how to register your family for the
family pass reach out to your school's staff). The New York Historical
Society is located at 170 Central Park West at W. 77th St. *Sundays at
11:30am.*



*Marjorie Eliot & Parlor Entertainment Present* The 3:30 pm Sunday
Concerts, a series of jazz concerts in Marjorie Elliot's apartment which
have taken place for the past 23 years. Marjorie has now added Theatre-At-
Six-Thirty, Plays Written by Marjorie Eliot at 6:30 pm. Both jazz and
theatre performances will take place every Sunday through the end of the
year. No charge, but donations are appreciated. 555 Edgecombe Avenue, 3F
(Ring #107). Info:  212-781-6595. *Sundays at 3:30p, & 6:30pm. *







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*Happy Birthday, General Grant *A special ceremony in honor of Grant's
birthday will feature the presentation of the colors, several speakers -
including a member of the Grant family, a keynote speaker, a wreath laying,
and a rifle salute by United States Military Academy cadets. Visitors are
also invited to tour the mausoleum, pay their respects, and view the
displays outlining Grant`s career at the visitor center across the street
throughout the day. At Grants’ Tomb, Riverside Drive @ W. 122nd St. Info:
212-666-1640. *Monday, April 27th, beginning at 11am.*



*Annual Town Hall* *with Helen Rosenthal *Representatives from several city
agencies will be there to answer your questions about everything from
composting, public school wait lists, safe streets, and more. I'll also
announce the *winning projects for Participatory Budgeting**. *You don't
need to RSVP, but if you'd like to, you can RSVP here for faster check-in:
http://helenrosenthal.com/town-hall/. At Redeemer Presbyterian Church, 150
W. 83rd St., btw Columbus & Amsterdam Aves. *Monday, April 27th, 6pm-9pm.*



*Income Inequality & the Minimum Wage in NYC *Come hear NYC Comptroller
Scott Stringer talk about the NYC economy and the fight against income
inequality. Phil Jones of the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union
(RWDSU) will also speak about the campaign to increase minimum wage to $15.
At the Barack Obama Democratic Club meeting. Free and open to the public. At
the Church of the Intercession, W. 155th St., just east of Broadway. *Monday,
April 27th, 7pm-8:45pm. *(Doors open at 6:30pm.)



*Above the Bridge: Calling All Writers *We hope you can celebrate our SIXTH
anniversary with us in April! The theme is "Landmarks and Turning Points."
As always, writers interpret the topic as they will. Material is drawn from a
variety of genres and styles, and include both new and existing works. At
Le Cheile, W. 181st St. & Cabrini Blvd., $5 cover, 1 drink minimum. *Monday,
April 27th** at 8pm.*



*Cosmetology Licensing Seminar* Learn how to obtain your cosmetology
license; acquire health insurance for yourself and your employees; get
business loans; understand and implement the new Paid Sick Leave Law; learn
how to keep up-to-date with your  inspections and other regulations;
develop your professional skills; develop a successful beauty salon model.
At 1524 Amsterdam Ave. Sponsored by the Latino Association of Beauty
Professionals, an affiliate of the NY Women's Chamber of Commerce. For more
information contact Evelyn Suero at 212-481-9640 x102. *Tuesday, April 28th
at 10am.*



*The Evolving City Council: A Panel Discussion of Recent and Proposed
Changes *A panel discussion moderated by Audrey Isaacs of CB7, Park West
Policy Forum, & NYC Bar Assoc., and Robert Brill, NYC Bar Assoc. This month
our Forum takes a change in location and format. We are sponsoring the NYC
Bar Association Community Affairs panel discussion on changes to the city
council rules that have recently been adopted and those that are proposed.
We have an exciting panel of experts this month. Invited panelists include:
Borough Presidents Gale Brewer & Melinda Katz, NYC Public Advocate Letitia
James, Council Members Brad Lander, Mark Levine &Helen Rosenthal; Hofstra
Law School Dean Eric Lane (Executive Director Charter Revision Commission
1987-1989), and Common Cause Executive Director: Susan Lerner. At the
Association of the Bar of the City of New York, 42 W. 44th St. (btw 5th & 6
th Aves.). All are welcome; call 917-338-6415, email PWPolicyForum at gmail.com
or visit
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-evolving-city-council-panel-discussion-tickets-16622726021
to RSVP. *Tuesday, April 28th, 6pm – 8pm.*



*Are you 50+ and Looking for Full-time Work? *AARP recognizes the
challenges the 50+ population has encountered securing employment and has
funded this project to help provide career readiness, training and
employment opportunities. In an effort to help the under/unemployed older
mature job seeker re-enter into the workforce, Borough of Manhattan
Community College is offer a free Career Coaching Smart Strategies program
and a Medical Assistant Specialist training program for those who qualify
and are at least 50 years of age. If you are interested, come to our BACK
TO WORK 50+ Information Session, at 25 Broadway, 8th fl. Free, but you must
pre-register. To learn more, call 855-850-2525 (toll free) or visit
www.aarp.org/backtowork50plus. *Wednesday, April 29th at 2pm or Wednesday
May 6th at 2pm. *



*34th Precinct Community Council Meeting *At the Good Shepherd School, 620
Isham Street (btw Cooper St. & Seaman Ave.) For more information, call
212-927-0287 or email pct034ca at nypd.org. *Wednesday, April 29th, 7pm.*



*Jazz in the Heightzz* has been a very successful concert series,
presenting concerts at a number of well-known venues in the neighborhood.
For the first time, there will be an edition at Word Up, presenting a band
of internationally acclaimed jazz artists, led by Ruben Steijn. Join us for
a wonderful evening of Jazz, wine and books. No cover, but donations always
appreciated. More information on www.facebook.com/jazzintheheightzz. At
Word Up Community Bookshop/Librería Comunitaria, 2113 Amsterdam Ave., (at
W. 165 St.). *Wednesday, April 29th, 7pm – 9pm.*



*Epic Poetry *A play by James Bosley, presented by UP Theater. A teenage
girl’s odyssey to find her father, a hero from a legendary war, takes her
on a dangerous journey through the squalor of a mythic NYC. At the Hebrew
Tabernacle, 551 Ft. Washington Ave. @ W. 185th St. (not W/C acc.) Adults,
$18; students/seniors, $12. *Wednesdays – Saturdays, April 29th – May 16th,
at 8pm.*


*Give Blood Today! *A Bloodmobile will be parked outside of 5000 Broadway
(corner of W. 212th St. & Broadway). For more information or to schedule an
appointment, call 212-942-0785 or email office at gwbbrokerage.com. *Thursday,
April 30th, noon - 6pm.*



*Riverstone 30th Anniversary Gala *Honoring Molly Michels, Steve Simon &
Julio Batista. Special memorial tribute to Renee Mancino , founder of
Carrot Top Bakery. Music by Marjorie Eliot. At the Wintergarden, Morgan
Stanley Children's Hospital of NewYork-Presbyterian, Broadway @ W. 165th
St. Tickets available at: http://www.riverstonenyc.org/Gala15. *Thursday,
April 30th, 5:30pm - 8:30pm.*



*The West Harlem Art Fund and Pratt Digital Arts *Digital Media
Opportunity. At the West Harlem Development Corporation, 423 W. 127th St.,
ground floor. Please register on Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/under-the-viaduct-2015-tickets-16233080581.
For background information on UTV, visit:
https://undertheviaduct.wordpress.com/*. **Thursday, April 30th, 6pm –
8:30pm.*



*Tree Care Kick-Off Event *Join us for a Street Tree educational seminar
and round table discussion presented by a representative from Trees NY,
DoH’s rat expert and NYC Councilmember Helen Rosenthal. Learn how to
protect and care for your street tree and share your concerns, and help
launch our first-ever “Love Your Tree” Day! Enjoy refreshments and win
raffle prizes. At Goddard Riverside’s Senior Center, 593 Columbus Ave (@ W.
88th St.) Free and open to the public. *Thursday, April 30th, 6pm – 8pm. *



*“No” Never means “Yes”: Ending Campus Sexual Assault *A conversation with
Dr. Michael Kimmel, Zoe Ridolfi-Starr and Farah Tanis. Join us for a
discussion with survivor-activists, thought leaders, and advocates about
the current state of campus sexual assault and what can be done about
it. Despite
living in a culture in which a video of fraternity brothers chanting "No
means yes!" goes viral, an increasing number of students who have been
sexually assaulted on campus are coming forward. In fact, student survivors
have ignited a national movement to tackle both the epidemic of sexual
assault on campus and the lack of effective response from the colleges and
universities they hoped would support them. It’s time for meaningful
reform. At John Jay College, 524 W. 59th St., Room L76. Space is limited;
RSVP to http://nownyc.org/events/activist-night-campus-sexual-assault/.
*Thursday,
April 30th, 6:30-8:30pm.*



*Projections: The Hands That Feeds* At a popular bakery café, residents of
New York’s Upper East Side get bagels and coffee served with a smile 24
hours a day. But behind the scenes, undocumented immigrant workers face
sub-legal wages, dangerous machinery, and abusive managers who will fire
them for calling in sick. Mild-mannered sandwich maker Mahoma López has
never been interested in politics, but in January 2012, he convinces a
small group of his co-workers to fight back. Risking deportation and the
loss of their livelihood, the workers team up with a diverse crew of
innovative young organizers and take the unusual step of forming their own
independent union, launching themselves on a journey that will test the
limits of their resolve. In one roller-coaster year, they must overcome a
shocking betrayal and a two-month lockout. Lawyers will battle in back
rooms, Occupy Wall Street protesters will take over the restaurant, and a
picket line will divide the neighborhood. If they can win a contract, it
will set a historic precedent for low-wage workers across the country. But
whatever happens, Mahoma and his coworkers will never be exploited again. At
Word Up Community Bookshop/Librería Comunitaria, 2113 Amsterdam Ave., (at
W. 165 St.). Free and open to the public. *Thursday, April 30th, 6:30pm –
9pm.*



*4th Earth Day Celebration *with the Inwood Rotary Club Parade up Broadway
with our Community Leaders and the renowned* I.S. 52 Marching Tigers
band. *Indoor
assembly with awards and presentations. This year’s theme is  “Need Earth”?
For more information or to get involved, contact Ky Williams (
KyWilliams2 at aol.com / 646 919-1831), Louis Cabrera, Youth Service Program
Manager at Inwood Community Services, Inc. (212 942 -0043 x 177) or IS52’s
Manny Velazquez (212  567-9162) At IS52, 650 Academy St. @ Broadway. Parade
Assembly begins at 8:30am on the school track (behind the school building
on Vermilyea Ave., across from the Inwood Fire House; parade steps off at
9am. *Friday, May 1st.*



*Harlem Adult Education Conference Spring 2015:* “Navigating the Changes in
Adult Education”. Pre-registration is required and if you have any
questions email info at totalequitynowharlem.org, or register at
bit.ly/HarlemAdultEdSpring2015
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At Teachers College, Columbia University, 525 W. 120th St. (btw Broadway &
Amsterdam Ave.) *Friday, May 1st, 9am – 4pm.*



*Yinka Shonibare: Colonial Arrangements*
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On
May 1st, Morris-Jumel Mansion will open the most ambitious art exhibition
in its 250-year history. *Colonial Arrangements* will feature new and
established work by world-renowned British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare.
Celebrated for his extensive use of Dutch wax textiles, Shonibare makes art
that’s at once colorful, invigorating, fantastical and thought-provoking.
In *Colonial Arrangements*, Morris-Jumel will place in several of its
period rooms classic Shonibare sculptures taken from the series “Mother and
Father Worked Hard So I Can Play” and “Planets In My Head,” as well as an
entirely new work, commissioned by the Mansion, which uses
19th-century-inspired
theatrical techniques to create a ghostly apparition of Eliza Jumel, MJM’s
longest resident. The general opening is free; tickets to the VIP Preview
Hour are $50. Reservations are required for both. Call 212-923-8008 or email
marketing at morrisjumel.org to reserve.*Opens May 1st; on display through
August 31st. VIP Preview May 1st at 6pm; public opening at 7pm. *W/C acc.







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*Jane’s Walks *Urbanist and planner Jane Jacobs loved this City. As homage
on the weekend closest to her birthday, the Municipal Arts Society
coordinates a weekend of walking tours throughout the City, veering a lot
of ground, both literally and figuratively. Hundreds New Yorkers offer
unique perspectives on an area or theme that they know very well. Enjoy
exploring your neighborhood or some other part of the City through new
eyes, and meet your fellow New Yorkers in the process. From an early look
at the Queensway, to breathtaking Tibetan gardens on Staten Island, to a
Latin record store in the South Bronx, to Hiking our own Heights, there are
countless adventures waiting for you this May 1st - 3rd. For information
about Jane’s Walks (all free): visit http://www.mas.org/janeswalk/. *Friday,
Saturday & Sunday, May 1st, 2nd & 3rd**.*



*“I Love My Park” Day at Riverbank State Park *Have fun and *do good* at
the same time! We’re seeking student volunteers to spruce up our park – a
fun activity outside, planting flowers, painting benches, weeding, cleaning
our carousel animals, etc. Every volunteer will be given a certificate that
may count for school credit. Last year, several teachers signed up their
entire class! Registration is a snap, at www.ptny.org. The meeting place is
outside in the back of the park, by the promenade. At Riverbank State Park,
145th St. @ Riverside Drive. Call 212-694-3612/3633/3656 for more
information. *Saturday, May 2nd at 10am.*



*Mothers on Post* *You’re invited *to our 10th annual celebration of
Mothers on Post. We look forward to supporting the Inwood/Washington
Heights community with a variety of information and connecting resources.
Watch this space for details! Or for more information, email
ajimenez at lincnyc.org <ajimenez at lincnyc.orgS>*. Saturday, May 2nd, 10am to
4pm.*



*Street Tree Bed Clean-up Day *Enjoy refreshments and pick up your free
tree care bag, including a dog reminder sign. Throughout the day,
businesses, community volunteers, blocak associations, schools, elected
officials and residents will be participating – rain or shine! – to clean
up our tree beds. Join the fun, help a tree, and beautify our neighborhood.
RSVP / questions: info at west80s.org. Meet at 563 Columbus Ave., btw. W. 87th
& W. 88th Streets. *Saturday, May 2nd at 11am.*



*FDNY Sesquicentennial *The FDNY is celebrating our 150th Anniversary with
an afternoon of open houses. We would like to invite you, your staff, and
your constituents to attend as we open our doors to New Yorkers and allow
them to learn more about the life-saving work of the FDNY. New Yorkers will
be able to take a tour, pick-up fire safety education literature, learn
more about careers in the FDNY, and meet their local firefighters,
paramedics, and EMTs. *Saturday, May 2nd, 11am-1pm or 1pm-3pm, depending on
station.*

·         EMS Station 13: 501 W. 172nd St., 1pm-3pm.

·         Engine 67: 518 W. 170th St., 11am-1pm.

·         Engine 93/Ladder 45: 515 W. 181st St., 1pm-3pm.

·         Engine 95/Ladder 36: 29 Vermilyea Ave., 11am-1pm.

·         Engine 84/Ladder 34: 513 W. 161st St., 1pm-3pm.



*Compost Crew *Every Saturday, the Compost Crew processes food scraps
collected at the Inwood Greenmarket and organic waste recovered from New
York Restoration Project's landscaping operations. Learn about the process
of composting and the dynamic range of current projects in New York City
while making a contribution to local waste reduction and greening efforts.
All participants are provided with monthly training sessions and asked to
commit to at least three work days. Ongoing trainings and orientations are
scheduled for the first work day of every month. For more information about
New York Restoration Project crews or to register, email volunteer at nyrp.org.
At Sherman Creek Park, 10 Ave. btw. Academy St. & the Harlem River. *Every
Saturday, 1pm – 3:30pm*, through October 24th.



*Rock the River *an annual half-marathon, 5K & 6K trail run along the
Palisades, hosted by the Palisades Parks Conservancy in association with
the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference. All funds raised will directly
support the trails and byways in New Jersey’s magnificent and historic
Palisades Interstate Park – enhancing public access and enjoyment. To
register, go to http://www.rocktheriverrace.com/. We Need Volunteers! Find
out how you can volunteer on race day or help set up the day before. Help
is needed for everything from manning water stations to helping out at the
finish line. You can also visit the NY/NJ Trail Conference at
http://www.nynjtc.org/content/race-trails-spring to volunteer, or
https://palisadesparksconservancy.org to learn more about the host
organization, the Palisades Parks Conservancy. *Sunday, May 3rd*.



*Macy's Sunday Story Time at the New York Historical Society.* Hear a
different tale every Sunday of NYC and the people who made it great from
the seventeenth century to present day. Ages 3-7. Free with Family pass
from cool culture (to obtain info on how to register your family for the
family pass reach out to your school's staff). The New York Historical
Society is located at 170 Central Park West at W. 77th St. *Sundays at
11:30am.*



*“Walk the Heights in Manhattan” *Nancy Bruning will be participating as a
volunteer leader for this year’s “Jane’s Walks” created by the Municipal
Art Society. Her walk explores two large parks in Northern Manhattan. Fort
Tryon Park is a 67-acre historic park with breathtaking views of the Hudson
River, the largest heather garden on the east coast, and the Cloisters,
which houses a portion of the medieval art collection of the Metropolitan
Museum of Art. Inwood Park is forested and boasts Indian caves and more.
The final touch is a visit to the newly developed Muscota Marsh Park at the
northernmost tip of Manhattan Island. What do you think about allowing
development on the Palisades? And who decides if a pubic amenity is a fair
trade for a private development? Meet at the entrance to Fort Tryon Park's
Heather Garden, across from the 190th street stop on the "A" train. For
information about this and other Jane’s Walks (all free):
http://janeswalk.org/united-states/new-york-city-ny/walk-heights-manhattan/*
Sunday, May 3rd, 3pm – 5pm.*



*Spring Fling with the Broadway Dems *Honoring Jonathan Moore and LiLY
(Lifeforce in Later Years). At the 107 West Restaurant, 2787 Broadway, btw.
W. 107th & W. 108th Streets. For more information, call 917-757-6058. *Sunday,
May 3rd, 3pm-6pm. *



*Marjorie Eliot & Parlor Entertainment Present* The 3:30 pm Sunday
Concerts, a series of jazz concerts in Marjorie Elliot's apartment which
have taken place for the past 23 years. Marjorie has now added Theatre-At-
Six-Thirty, Plays Written by Marjorie Eliot at 6:30 pm. Both jazz and
theatre performances will take place every Sunday through the end of the
year. No charge, but donations are appreciated. 555 Edgecombe Avenue, 3F
(Ring #107). Info:  212-781-6595. *Sundays at 3:30pm & 6:30pm. *







****LOOKING AHEAD / SAVE-THE-DATES!*** (4 items)*

*NYPD Patrol Borough Manhattan North Community Crime Prevention Forum *Youth
programs, crime prevention tips and new police technology will be
discussed; there will also a Q&A session. Come out and voice your concerns.
At the Salem United Methodist Church located at 2190 Adam Clayton Powell
Jr. Boulevard. *Monday, May 4th, 6pm-9pm.*



*Women of Calabash Celebrate Mothers’ Day* Combining traditional
instruments with lush vocals, this renowned group of urban Americans
performs original and traditional music from Africa, the Caribbean, and the
Americas. Named for the calabash, one of the gourds that the group uses as
an instrument, this Afro-Cuban vocal/percussion trio is led and directed by
composer/arranger/vocalist/percussionist Madeleine Yayodele Nelson. She
makes many of the group's instruments, which are crafted from bamboo, wood,
and dried gourds. The group has been touring and performing together for
over 20 years, sharing the stage with many Phillip Glass, Ashford &
Simpson, the Temptations, and Max Roach, and have performed for the
presidents of West Africa and Haiti as well as sold-out audiences across
the globe. The group's music is as political as it is lyrical, drawing from
the international roots of North and South American, Caribbean and North
and South African music, and from issues like liberation, civil rights, and
the environment. As a special treat, the group will be sharing heartwarming
personal stories of their own mothers to the performance. Come celebrate
mothers the world over with us! At Riverbank State Park, W. 145th St. at
Riverside Drive. $2 admission per student; for reservations email
patricia.vitucci at parks.ny.gov or call 212-694-3656. *Tuesday, May 5th at
10am.*



*Goddard Riverside Options Center Open House:* Join us at the OPTIONS
center as we recognize and celebrate the success of our programs for the
young people in our community. It is our pleasure to invite you to an open
house to show our gratitude for the support we have received. To date our
programs have helped more than 7000 high school students gain admission to
college, supported more than 400 college students towards a college degree,
and trained more than 3500 school and community professional. Free and open
to the public. At 352 W. 110th Street (btw Columbus & Manhattan
Aves.). *Wednesday,
May 6th, 6:30pm – 8pm.*



*North Cove Music Sweep & Environmental Rescue* Spring is in the air. Show
some love. Take care of Mother Earth. Support the cause. Cove clean-up in
the morning and early afternoon (9am-2pm). Wear long sleeves, long pants
and sturdy shoes for the clean-up; enjoy ouster farming, citizen science
and environmental exhibits. Bar-b-que/lunch fundraiser at 2pm. Music
festival & fundraiser, 3pm-10pm, featuring top talent from Harlem & the
West Village. At the North Cove, 9th Ave. north of W. 207th St. For more
information, to volunteer, or for sponsorship opportunities, visit
nycwetlands.org or call Jim Cataldi at 347-360-1227. Sponsored by the
Manhattan Wetlands & Wildlife Assn, with Riverkeeper Sweep and
ConservancyNorth, with special thanks to the MTA. *Saturday, May 9th, 9am –
10pm*







****ARTS OPPORTUNITIES (5 items)****

*2015 Call for Artists! *The Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance (NoMAA)
announces a call for artists for the 12th annual Uptown ArtStroll this
June. Artists from Washington Heights, Inwood and West Harlem (W. 135th -
220th Streets). The Stroll showcases the painters, photographers, writers,
musicians, sculptors, actors, dancers and filmmakers of Northern Manhattan.
See these links for more information and how to participate.
http://www.artstroll.com/how-to-participate/,
http://www.artstroll.com/how-to-participate/submit-booking-info/,
http://www.artstroll.com/how-to-participate/list-your-open-studio/,
http://www.artstroll.com/how-to-participate/submit-your-venue/. See you at
the Stroll!



*Siberiana, a new exhibition at Indian Road Café *of works by Irene
Nedelay, curated by Jeff Hoppa. Opening this Saturday at Indian Road Cafe,
an exhibition of paintings by Siberian artist Irene Nedelay. Deeply rooted
in Russian iconography and Siberian Lubok (naive painting), Nedelay's
paintings conjure a magical narrative world of the imagination. Learn more
at the artist's website: http://nedelay.com
<http://jeffhoppa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=823250897fc770923e6a71e4b&id=d3a7d05795&e=ac740e3a55>.
At the Indian Road Café, 600 W. 218th St., across from Baker Field;
212-942-7451. *Through May 8th.*



*RING Garden Call for Artists: Art In the Garden 2015 *Since 2001 we have
had art in all types of media and varied musical and dance performances. We
need responses as soon as possible in order to be listed in the Uptown Arts
Stroll program and pictures to prepare our flyer. Art exhibits from 11:30am
- 5:30pm; performances from 1pm – 6pm. If you would like to participate or
have questions, please reply to pawlik.monika at yahoo.com. *Saturday, June
6th, 11:30am-6pm. *(Rain date June 13th.)



*The Hebrew Tabernacle's Gold Wing Gallery* *Presents *the artwork of
American Painter, Jan Johnson (1918-2014) to our gallery for a May-June,
2015 Art Exhibit, Two Worlds.  Ms. Johnson was an internationally known
fine artist and teacher, working in oils on canvas in an Impressionist
style and on rice paper with watercolors in a Chinese Art style*. *Her
works, many of which are for sale, were chosen by her daughter, Inwood
resident, Maggie Clarke. We invite you to join us for an Artist's Opening
Reception on Monday evening, May 4, from 6:30pm - 7:30pm. This free exhibit
runs through the end of June. The Gold Wing is located in Hebrew Tabernacle
Congregation's Art Deco building at 551 Fort Washington Avenue at W. 185th
St, a few blocks south of Fort Tryon Park and the Cloisters. Call
212-568-8301 or visit hebrewtabernacle.org



*NYC Photo Contest *Are you excited that it's springtime? We are, too, so
we're looking for your best photos of spring in New York City. We're
calling it #SignsOfSpringNYC -- a celebration of our vibrant, diverse city
as the days get longer, the weather gets warmer, and we all start spending
a lot more time outside. We'll select the best photos and post them on our
@nycgov Instagram account. And one lucky winner from each borough will get
to be an official Instagram Ambassador for the City! Share your best
#SignsOfSpringNYC photo here:
http://www1.nyc.gov/nyc-resources/signs-of-spring-nyc.page. *Now through
May 3rd.*







****HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT, RECREATION & PARKS (7 items)****

*Free Zumba Demos from NMIC* The Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation
(NMIC) will be hosting free community Zumba classes and cooking demos! Free
Zumba classes will be held at the United Palace of Cultural Arts located at
4140 Broadway (at 175th St.) beginning Monday March 16th. All fitness and
experience levels are invited to this fun dance-inspired workout to great
music! Please register in advance online at:
http://emblemhealthlivehealthy.com/upcoming-events/. Children ages 13- 16
years old are welcome if accompanied by parent or guardian; children under 13
may not attend. This program is presented to you by NMIC and Inwood
Community Services, Inc. with support provided by EmblemHealth. *Mondays &*
*Thursdays* *at* *7pm** ***sharp*.*



*Awesome Asana Yoga *It’s Spring. As the city’s energy hums with radiance
and signs of life begin to blink open their sleeping eyes, apartment-bound
New Yorkers, restless with cabin fever, step into the light. Join us for
classes thuis week at the Morris-Jumel Mansion (65 Jumel Terrace, btw. W.
160th & 162nd Streets, one block east of St. Nicholas Ave.) Classes are
free with museum admission. For more information, email Chelsea Best at
awesomeasanayoga at gmail.com. *Thursdays & Sundays, 1pm – 2pm.*



*May is National Bike Month! *Spring is here. And that means that May,
Bike Month, is right around the corner. With Brilliant Bicycles,
Transportation Alternatives is issuing the call for teams of
colleagues to go head-to-head in the Bike-to-Work Challenge. When you
bike to work, you get bragging rights, a fresh perspective on your
daily commute and tons of great prizes!  Not to mention the health
benefits and mood enhancement that come with a morning pedal. Be part
of this fabulous three-week competition to find New York City's
happiest workplace, otherwise known as the office with the highest
percentage of people who bike to work. It's easy, fun and free: just
sign up, bike and track your trips from May 1st - 22nd.
Pre-registration is now open. Sign up today to get a head start, then
build your team and get ready to crush the competition as you pave the
way to bicycling bliss.
http://my.transalt.org/site/R?i=25QNFcN1tjngEd59VV5CZA



*Free Tai Chi Class *Try a free introductory class uptown! *In the **Jacob
Javits Playground, at the north end of Cabrini Blvd., near W. 190th St.
This class meets outdoors – call 212-502-4112 to confirm before visiting
(rain or freezing temperature cancels class). **Sunday, April 26th, 9:45am
– 10:45am.*



*Free Fitness Classes / Free Cooking Demos *Who wouldn't say "yes please"
to healthy home cooked food that packs a lot of taste without breaking the
budget? Our friends at City Harvest know how to say yes to fruits and
vegetables to make healthy, tasty, and affordable home cooking a reality
and they want to share their tips and ideas with you for free. Come to our
free cooking classes with City Harvest, and take a small step towards a
healthier you! At Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation, 45 Wadsworth
Avenue (btw W. 175th & W. 176th Streets). Register online now at:
http://emblemhealthlivehealthy.com/upcoming-events
<http://emblemhealthlivehealthy.com/upcoming-eventsW>*. Wednesday May 6th
at 7pm**.*



*Warning about Synthetic Cannabinoids *The New York City Department of
Health and Mental Hygiene identified geographically-clustered increases in
the number of emergency department (ED) visits related to synthetic
cannabinoids (synthetic marijuana). Individuals have experienced severe
adverse events after suspected ingestion of synthetic cannabinoids. ED
visits related to synthetic cannabinoids sharply increased beginning April
8, with more than 120 cases identified through April 15-- more than six
times the number of average weekly visits in 2015. The largest
neighborhood-specific increases have been observed among residents of East
Harlem, with smaller increases also noted among residents of Upper
Manhattan, and Central Brooklyn.



*Stay Fit This Spring with CityParks Seniors Fitness* It was a tough winter
but we made it – spring is here! Time to get out of the house and into your
local park. *NYC seniors now can register for free fitness programs in all
five boroughs! *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. *There’s something for everyone from
Yoga to Tennis and even Fitness Walking. *All activities are free and
include free use of equipment. Activities take place twice a week for an
hour unless otherwise stated. Participants are encouraged to register for
multiple activities, if available, and to maintain regular attendance.
Class sizes for yoga are limited and open on a first-come basis.
Registration is available online
<http://cityparksfoundation.us9.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=d6c71d6bcb551b80c31cbd087&id=7d57fda497&e=6749ff47a8>
or
on-site the first day of programming. If you have questions about the
program please contact sports at cityparksfoundation.org
<sports at cityparksfoundation.org?subject=Spring%20Seniors%20Fitness> or call
718-760-6999. *Programs begin the week of April 27th.*







****OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH (3 items)****

*Pied Piper Children’s Theatre Summer Intensive Program *The application
period for the 2015 PPCT Summer Intensive Program is now open. The
application is available online at www.piedpipertheatre.com. The program is
open to kids ages 12-18 (regardless of race, color, religious belief,
gender, or sexual orientation) who have a special interest in the theater
arts. The program runs Mondays-Saturdays between June 29th and August 2nd,
with a break during July 3rd – 5th, for Independence Day. Sundays will also
be off except for performance days. If you are interested in applying,
please carefully read the application for more information and return it to
our office by Friday May 1st. (Not a postmark it must be *received* by May 1
st.) Applications may be mailed, delivered in person, or scanned and
emailed as an attachment to info at piedpipertheatre.com -- we will not accept
applications in the body of an email. Pied Piper Children's Theatre, Attn.
Summer Admissions, 20 Cumming St., New York, NY, 10034; or email
matt at piedpipertheatre.com.



*Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP)* provides New York City youth ages
14-24 with paid summer employment for up to six weeks in July and August.
Participants work in a variety of entry-level jobs including: government
agencies, hospitals, summer camps, small businesses, non-profits, museums,
retail organizations, etc. SYEP also provides workshops on job readiness,
career exploration, financial literacy and opportunities to continue
education and social growth. Programs are located in community-based
organizations in all five boroughs of New York City. Youth can apply for
the program online or at a community-based organization during the
application period. Participants are selected by lottery for the program.
Applications now being accepted! For more information, visit
https://application.nycsyep.com/



*Pre-K Enrollment is about to CLOSE!* This year, for the first time, every
four-year-old in New York City will have access to this life-changing
educational opportunity, with roughly 70,000 children expected to enroll.
Last fall, New York City enrolled more than 53,000 children in full-day
pre-K at district schools, charter schools, and NYC Early Childhood
Centers. This year’s expansion means more programs, seats and opportunities
in every borough and neighborhood, ensuring enough capacity to accommodate
every child, regardless of zip code or means. Because of free Pre-K for All
programs, the average family saves more than $10k each year in childcare
costs. Application process at nyc.gov/prek, at a Family Welcome Center, or
call 311. Text PREK to 877877 to find nearby programs. *Closes April 24th*
*.*







****JOBS, TRAINING & ADULT ED (3 items)****

*Youth Build *the Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC) offers
a variety of programs of out-of-school young adults, ages 17-24. At the
NMIC offices, 76 Wadsworth Ave. (Note new address.) For more information
call Liz at 212-822-8355, Jessica at 212-453-3569, or Edwin at 212-453-5381.



*Money Matters: Gratis y en Español (Free and in Spanish) **Información
financiera básica, gratuita, que se ofrece en 6 talleres y sesiones
individuales a través de nuestro serviceo de coaching de finanzas del
programa. Usted Elige. Talleres, sesiones individuales de coaching, or
cualquier combinación de lo anterior. Coaching de finanzas: las sesiones
deberán reservarse por adelantado. Por favor visite **www.nypl.org/money*
<http://www.nypl.org/money> *para hacer una reservación en linea. *Money
Matters: free, basic financial information covered in 6 workshops, plus
one-on-one help through our Money Matters coaching Service. It's your
choice. Workshops, one-on-one coaching, or any combination of the two.
Financial Coaching sessions must be books ahead of time. Please visit our
website at www.nypl.org/money to book online. *Inwood Library, 4790
Broadway. Info: **212-942-2445*

·         *Presupuesto / Budget: *2 Mayo , 12:30pm - 1:30pm 18 Mayo,
5:30pm-6:30pm

·         *Ahorros / Savings: *4 Mayo, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

·         *Vivienda / Housing:* 16 Mayo, 12:30pm-1:30pm, 1 Junio,
5:30pm-6:30pm

·         *Bancos / Banking:* 30 Mayo, 12:30pm-1:30pm, 15 Junio,
5:30pm-6:30pm

·         *Creditio / Credit: *13 Junio, 12:30pm-1:30 pm

·         *Deuda / Debt: *27 Junio, 12:30pm-1:30pm



*The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School <http://www.tepcharter.org/>* is
currently looking to fill a number of positions, including Social Worker
(Bilingual) <http://www.tepcharter.org/jobs.php?gh_jid=53706>, Attendance &
Behavior Coordinator (Bilingual)
<http://www.tepcharter.org/jobs.php?gh_jid=60964>, Lunch Coach
<http://www.tepcharter.org/jobs.php?gh_jid=53277>, and Operations Intern
<http://www.tepcharter.org/jobs.php?gh_jid=54401>. Those interested in
applying to any position should submit a resume and cover letter through
our jobs board (http://www.tepcharter.org/jobs.php).







****GENERAL INFORMATION, ONGOING EVENTS/RESOURCES & NEWS YOU CAN USE (2
items)****

*IDNYC is here! *This new city ID is a free way to get a year's membership
at 33 of the city's cultural institutions, including Lincoln Center, the
Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the American Museum of Natural History, and
it's available to all New York City residents age 14 and over. You can find
the application, enrollment locations, and documentation requirements at
nyc.gov/idnyc
<http://helenrosenthal.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=edee006fb24fdab4a40b2ed1e&id=98c896d57e&e=9a487abe72>.
Due to overwhelming demand, you much book an application appointment at a
center near you by calling 311. (No walk-ins.) There are centers throughout
the five boroughs.



*Lawn Restoration & Temporary Closure at Bennett Park *As you may have
heard at recent Community Board 12 meetings, through a partnership of NYC
Parks and the Central Park Conservancy, the lawn at Bennett Park is being
restored. Work will begin on Wednesday April 15th and will require that the
lawn be closed for four months. Lawn restoration involves “soil
decompaction,” in which soil is tilled with compost to fluff it up, turning
a literally rock-hard surface where nothing can grow into a healthy, spongy
soil. This softer soil has pore space where air, water, and roots can pass
through. A lawn is a living system needing porous soil; soil without pores
is dead soil. The roots of grass actually hold these pores open and keep
the lawn alive. We must close the lawn now to give new grass time to grow
its roots and become tough and springy. Mature grass softens the footsteps
that slowly crush soil, holds soil in place, and keeps soil fluffy. A bare
spot on a lawn is a place literally no plant can grow until the soil is
de-compacted again.



The playground and southern plaza and seating areas in Bennett will remain
open during the restoration and re-establishment period. Please make use of
other lawns – J. Hood Wright, Highbridge, Ft. Tryon & Inwood Hill Parks
this Spring/Summer. Central Park Conservancy will be installing signs on
site as work begins and will be fencing in the lawn during reconstruction
and following it. *We need YOUR help to ensure their work is a success,*
and that means spreading the word about the need to keep off the lawn
during its re-establishment period of 4 months. Thank you in advance for
helping us bring a beautiful and more enjoyable lawn to Bennett Park.
Should you have any questions, please contact jennifer.hoppa at parks.nyc.gov or
212-795-1388 x300.







****ROADS & TRANSIT (4 items)****

*Washington Heights Bicycle Network Pedestrian Safety Improvements *DOT is
make the following improvements to enhance safety: A parking-protected
bicycle path will be installed on Ft George Hill; Bike lanes will be
installed on Amsterdam from W. 162nd – W. 173rd Streets, and from W. 186th
– W. 190th Streets; Shared lanes will be installed on Amsterdam Ave.
between W. 173rd – W. 186th Streets; Left-turn lanes will be installed at
intersections on Amsterdam Ave., reducing left-turn conflicts.
Implementation has already begun! To sign up for e-updates on this and
other projects, visit www.nyc.gov/dotnews For additional information,
contact Josh Orzeck at the DOT Manhattan Borough Commissioner’s Office at
jorzeck at dot.nyc.gov or (212) 839-6218 or visit our website at
www.nyc.gov/dot.



*Overnight Lane Closures on the Trans-Manhattan **Expressways (left lane,
north- and southbound) *due to scaffold removals on the High Bridge. Be
prepared for traffic delays and use alternate routes. Flaggers will be
posted near the. Emergency vehicle access will be maintained at all times.
For more information, call Marlyn Nuñez at 718-588-2564 or email
highbridgeccl at gmail.com. *Through April 25th, 7am-3:30pm, and 10pm – 5am.*



*NYS DOT Work on the Henry Hudson Parkway *MTA Bridges and Tunnels has
learned NYS DOT’s contractor Restani will commence nightly milling and
paving work, Mon-Fri, for approximately two weeks, on the northbound Henry
Hudson Parkway, from Kappock Street to W.232nd Street, apparently with a
full closure and street detour. *Beginning on/about April 20th.*



*DOT will present a set of proposed safety improvements and bike lanes* for
Sherman & St. Nicholas Avenues at the CB12 Transportation Committee
meeting. In addition to adding bike lanes, these proposed safety
improvements will provide safer pedestrian crossings, reduce speeding, and
create safer left turns. DoT also proposes to reverse the direction of a
portion of Ellwood Street, i.e., to run northbound from Nagle Avenue to
Sherman Avenue. At the CB12 office, 530 W. 166th St. @ Audubon Ave., 6th
fl. For more information contact Josh Orzeck: 212-839-6218 /
jorzeck at dot.nyc.gov. *Monday, May 4th at 7pm.*







****HOW YOU CAN HELP (8 items)****

*Videographer Needed for Bruce’s Garden* We would like each potential
videographer to produce 1 or 2, one minute infomercials on upcoming
workshops held within the garden for Facebook usage. Workshops include:
NorthStar Vocal, herbology, poetry, painting, chess. If interested, kindly
contact Aaron Scott: aarosco at gmail.com.



*Rock the River *an annual half-marathon, 5K & 6K trail run along the
Palisades needs volunteers! All funds raised will directly support the
trails and byways in New Jersey’s magnificent and historic Palisades
Interstate Park – enhancing public access and enjoyment. Find out how you
can volunteer on race day or help set up the day before. Help is needed for
everything from manning water stations to helping out at the finish line.
Visit http://www.rocktheriverrace.com/volunteer/ or
http://www.nynjtc.org/content/race-trails-spring to learn more. *Sunday,
May 3rd*.



*Bronx Theatre High School Career Day *Share their educational and
professional journeys with rapt audiences of high-schoolers, and let them
know some of the many career paths that are available to them! It's always
a fun and worthwhile morning, and it means a lot to the kids! If you are
interested in sharing your expertise or professional journey and helping to
inspire our young people, please email Alison Ritz: nyritz at yahoo.com. *Friday,
May 8th, 9:15am - 12:15pm.*



*Volunteer at the Y! *Want to get involved in your community? They Y is the
perfect place. We now have openings for volunteers in the following
categories: special events, lobby greeters, Safe At Home assistants for
homebound seniors, Nursery School aides, Teen Program mentors, after-school
aides, birthday party assistants, Sunday Funday assistants for children
with special needs, and photographers. To get involved, contact Kamali of
Zoe at 212-569-6200 x234.



*Donate Life: Sign Up as an Organ, Eye, or Tissue Donor W**hat if you could
save the lives of up to eight** people? *Every year thousands of people
receive the gift of life when they get a life-saving transplant such as a
kidney, a liver, or intestines. Most organs for transplants come from
deceased donors. Did you know that 123,318 people are waiting for an organ,
and that 21 people will die each day waiting for one? Check out this
animated video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuKx2a5HkIM) which explains
the transplant waiting, list, how to become a donor, the process of organ
matches, and how to sign up in your state. You can also find more
information on www.organdonor.gov
<http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTUwNDIzLjQ0Mzk3OTkxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE1MDQyMy40NDM5Nzk5MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MDAxMTQzJmVtYWlsaWQ9ZWxvcnJpc3JpdHRlckBnbWFpbC5jb20mdXNlcmlkPWVsb3JyaXNyaXR0ZXJAZ21haWwuY29tJmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY=&&&101&&&http://www.organdonor.gov/index.html>
.



*Drums Along the Hudson* Volunteers are needed for all aspects of this
special annual event put on by NYC Parks and Loutus Music and Dance in
Inwood Hill Park. “Drums” is a Native American festival and multi-cultural
celebration. At Inwood Hill Park. Rain or shine. With drummers and dancers
from around the world, a pow-wow, and environmental tent, storytelling,
native arts & crafts, international foods, and Captain Planet. *Honoring
his Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso.* *Sunday, June 14th, 11am
– 6pm. *For more information, call Gabriel Mulero: 212-627-1076..



*Volunteer at the Dyckman Farmhouse **We have some new dates for garden
volunteering!* This is to clean up the garden and make it beautiful for the
season. RSVP at info at dyckmanfarmhouse.org. Saturday, May 2nd & 16th*.*



*Every Drop Counts: Give Blood Today! *Life shared is life saved. Please
support the Farmers Insurance Blood/Platelets Drive. A Bloodmobile will be
parked outside of 5000 Broadway (corner of W. 212th St. & Broadway). For
more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 212-942-0785,
email office at gwbbrokerage.com, or visit www.gwbbrokerage.com. Donors must
weigh at least 110 pounds, must eat before donation and bring ID.
Complimentary non-fasting glucose and cholesterol test with every blood
donation. *Thursday, April 30th, noon - 6pm.*







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Elizabeth Lorris Ritter

Community Liaison

State Senator Adriano Espaillat, 31st SD

5030 Broadway, Suite 701 NYC 10034

(212) 544-0173 (ph)

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