[BwayDems] Upcoming events, meetings & opportunities from Sen. Espaillat <4/30/15 edition; 84 items>

[Elizabeth Lorris Ritter]

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*Thursday, April 30th, 2015*



*Dear Neighbor,*



*Spring is here and the neighborhood is a-poppin’ with concerts, readings,
plays, events, open houses, clean-ups, meetings, and more! Get out and get
involved. Most especially this weekend all around the city are “Jane’s
Walks”, a great FREE way to learn more about New York City’s many
neighborhoods and features through the eyes of the people who know it best.
Scroll down for details or visit http://www.mas.org/janeswalk/
<http://www.mas.org/janeswalk/>. There are also open houses on Saturday at
all our local fire stations, an exciting opening at the Morris-Jumel
Mansion tomorrow, community book shop day at Word Up on Saturday, “On the
Town” at the United Palace on Sunday, and so much more.*



*Tomorrow is the Deadline for the NY Women’s Chamber of Commerce seminar on
**How to Start and Run a Successful Retail Business**!* *Scroll down to the
“Job, Training & Adult Ed” section for more information.*



*The Public Advocate has a new foster care hotline. **There are currently
11,157 children in NYC’s foster care system in need of a permanent home.
Public Advocate Letitia James has launched a hotline to get to the bottom
of mismanagement of the foster care system and help children get the
support they deserve. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU: children, relatives, and
social work professionals who have faced problems with the NYC foster care
system. We will collect personal experiences about the obstacles preventing
foster children from finding permanent homes. After the survey is
completed, a report will be released to document its findings and help
better understand the challenges within the foster care system. **Call
646-883-HOME (646-883-4663). We have live people answering phones, and a
survey folks can complete online themselves here: ttp://svy.mk/1cRyHmq
<http://svy.mk/1cRyHmq>. Through May 8th, 10am – 6pm, Mon-Fri.*



*Scroll down for information about things happening:*

·         *Tonight & tomorrow (13 items)*

·         *This weekend (20 items)*

·         *Next week (10 items)*

·         *Next weekend (11 items)*

·         *Looking ahead / save-the-Dates! (2 item)*

·         *Arts opportunities (5 items)*

·         *Health, environment, recreation & parks (5 items)*

·         *Opportunities for Children & Youth (3 items)*

·         *Jobs, training & adult ed (7 items)*

·         *Roads & Transit (3 items)*

·         *How you can help (4 items) **donate your time / money / stuff*



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format, not .pdf or .jpg).*



*Best,*

*Liz Ritter*





****TONIGHT & TOMORROW*** (13 items)*

*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, through 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, ‘til 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 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
/ 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.*



*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 – and more than a dozen in northern
Manhattan! – 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**.*



*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.



*Word Up Open Mic *Calling all writers, rappers, musicians, orators,
dancers, and artists of all kinds! Join us for the monthly Word Up Open
Mic—first Fridays of the month!—hosted by *Cheyenne**, **Beatriz**, *and
guests, as all ages and persuasions gather to share, learn, and experience
together. At Word Up Community Bookshop, 2113 Amsterdam Avenue @ W. 165th
St.; 347-688-4456. *Friday, May 1st, 7pm – 9pm.*



*Bloom Readings Season Finale Weekend *Staged reading of works-in-progress
by the Geese Playwriting Collective. Gala reading with Phillip Lopate,
Nadia Hashimi, Stephanie Barbé Hammer and Parneisha Jones, followed by a
festive reception and raffle, including prizes from local merchants and
artists. Includes fine wine and delicious light refreshments. Each event
has an $8 suggested donation; raffle tickets are $2 each. Both events at
The Lounge at Hudson View Gardens, W. 183rd St. & Pinehurst Ave. *Friday,
May 1st at 7pm *(staged readings)* & Sunday, May 3rd at 5pm *(gala
reading).







****THIS WEEKEND*** (20 items)*

*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 – and more than a dozen in northern
Manhattan! – this May 1st - 3rd. For information about Jane’s Walks (all
free): visit http://www.mas.org/janeswalk/. *Saturday & Sunday, May 2nd &
3rd**.*



*RING Garden's annual Spring Flea Market *The RING Garden is at the
confluence of Broadway, Dyckman St., Riverside Drive and Seaman Avenue.
For information about bringing your table and wares for sale, please
contact Nancy Cruz at 212-567-1971. *Saturday, May 2nd, 9am – 4pm.* (Rain
date is Saturday, May 9th.)



*The Dyckman Farmhouse **would like to thank all of our wonderful gardeners
for helping us. *Without the help of our community, we wouldn't be able to
do all the wonderful things we have planned. I want to take this
opportunity to thank everyone that came and worked extremely hard, and to
thank Luis from the Shorakapok Earth keepers for helping organize this
wonderful event. *We have some new dates for garden volunteering-**Saturdays,
May 2**nd** & **16th**. *RSVP at info at dyckmanfarmhouse.org.



*“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.



*Celebrate NYC Independent Bookstore Day with a Book Harvest! *Join current
bookstore members for an exclusive first pick of a huge selection of used
books during this very special event. Light refreshments will be provided.
Not a member yet? Basic shares start at $20. Continuing memberships and
School Shares also available. For more information, visit our website (
https://wordupbooks.wordpress.com/csb/) or stop in to Word Up to speak to a
volunteer. At Word Up Community Bookshop, 2113 Amsterdam Avenue @ W. 165th
St.; 347-688-4456. *Saturday, May 2nd, all day! (11am–8pm)*



*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.



*1965–2015: Struggle and Revolution in Dominican Republic **News and
Letters Committees**, **a Marxist-Humanist organization, will be sponsoring
a study group to discuss the Dominican revolt and American invasion of 1965
on the 50th anniversary. All are welcome, especially those who lived
through those dramatic times. The study group will be in Spanish, although
the presenters also speak English. A free-will collection will be taken up
to benefit Word Up**. *At Word Up Community Bookshop, 2113 Amsterdam Avenue
@ W. 165th St.; 347-688-4456. *Saturday, May 2nd, 2pm-4pm.*



*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, through May 16th, at
8pm.*



*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.*



*Inwood Hill Old Forrest Biodiversity Walk* Join Jim Cole of The Manhattan
Middle School for Scientific Inquiry and Conservancy North on an
exploration of Inwood Hilll Park, a unique forest island in the heart of
New York City. We'll visit trees that are hundreds of years old, see
evidence of the Native American community that once lived there, and
observe some of the plants and animals that call this forest home. This
walk is part of the Four Coves Biodviersity Project. We explore the marshes
and forests of Northern Manhattan. Our goal is to better understand the
plants and animals living in our own backyard. We go on several nature
walks a year in Inwood Hill Park and four coves in the area: Muscota Marsh,
Inwood Hill Cove, North Cove, and Sherman Creek. Meet on the corner of W.
218th St. & Indian Road at the entrance of Inwood Hill Park. *Sunday, May
3rd at 12:30pm. (*Please arrive a little early so the walk can depart on
time.)



*“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.*



*Talking Back: Voices of Color Reading & Reception *Join *Comrades of Color
Caucus of Radical Women* and the *Freedom Socialist Party* at Word Up, in
celebrating the release of a new anthology, *Talking Back: Voices of Color*
*,* which presents an unusually diverse group of writers speaking out on
issues affecting communities of color. With an introduction and editing by
Bay Area poet and social justice activist Nellie Wong, *Talking Back* features
contributors—community organizers who identify as Asian/Pacific American,
Black, indigenous North American and Aboriginal Australian, Latino,
Palestinian, immigrant, feminist, youth, elder, LGBTQ, students, unionists,
former prisoners, and more—who share tales of survival, explore
little-known history, and offer insightful cultural reviews. Speaking from
and to the grassroots, their offerings are readable, persuasive, free from
academic jargon, and rich with personal experience. Contributors *Yolanda
Alaniz**, **Emily Woo Yamasaki**, *and others will be present at the
launch. At Word Up Community Bookshop, 2113 Amsterdam Avenue @ W. 165th
St.; 347-688-4456. *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. *



*On the Town *Gene Kelly, Frank Sinatra, Anne Miller and more paint the
town with joy in MGM’s big Technicolor classic musical, on the big screen
at the United Palace! There will be a mini-concert after the show featuring
members of the cast of “On the Town” now playing at Broadway’s Lyric
Theatre! At the United Palace, 4140 Broadway @ W. 175th St. *Sunday, May
3rd; *doors open at 4; main feature at 5.



*Bloom Readings Season Finale Weekend *Gala reading with Phillip Lopate,
Nadia Hashimi, Stephanie Barbé Hammer and Parneisha Jones, followed by a
festive reception and raffle, including prizes from local merchants and
artists. Includes fine wine and delicious light refreshments. $8 suggested
donation; raffle tickets are $2 each. Both events at The Lounge at Hudson
View Gardens, W. 183rd St. & Pinehurst Ave. *Sunday, May 3rd at 5pm *(gala
reading).







****NEXT WEEK*** (10 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.*



*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.*



*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.*



*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, May 6th at 2pm. *



*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.*



*Housing Clinic: SCRIE & DRIE *Next month's free housing clinic focuses on
Senior Citizen & Disabled Rent Increase Exemptions. The evening features a
presentation followed by a Q&A. Free and open to the public. As always you
also have the opportunity to meet with an attorney, free of charge.
(Bilingue / Español) At Goddard Riverside, 593 Columbus Avenue (between W.
88th & W. 89th Streets). For questions, contact the Urban Justice Center at
(646) 459-3017. *Wednesday, May 6th, 6pm-8pm. *(Sign-up sheet starting at
6pm.)



*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**.*



*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, through May 16th, at
8pm.*



*Got Teens? We Can Help! *The PS/IS 187 Wellness Committee invites District
6 parents to join us for a presentation by child psychologist, bestselling
author and teen parenting expert Anthony E. Wolf, PhD. His book, *“Get Out
of My Life, but first could you drive me and Cheryl to the Mall?"* is
widely regarded as one of the best for parents of teenagers, with a unique
perspective and practical, helpful advice. Dr. Wolf will speak to our
District 6 school families about the phenomenon of adolescence and provide
strategies for communicating effectively with and nurturing your pre-teen
and teenager. In the auditorium at PS/IS 187, 349 Cabrini Blvd. At W. 187th
St. Free! No registration/RSVP required. *Thursday, May 7th, 7pm – 9pm.*



*FACE OUT: Salar Abdoh & David Unger *Join us for a night celebrating the
recent accomplishments and publications of two international literary
sensations who also teach in our neighborhood. *Salar Abdoh* was born in
Iran, and splits his time between Tehran and New York City, where he is
co-director of the Creative Writing MFA Program at the City College of New
York. He is the author of several books, and he is the editor of *Tehran
Noir**.* Born in Guatemala *David Unger* was awarded his country’s Miguel
Angel Asturias National Literature Prize for lifetime achievement in 2014.
He is the author of several books and directs the Publishing Certificate
Program at CCNY. Both authors will be reading from their most recent works
followed by a Q&A and book signing. Light refreshments will be served. *This
event is funded in part by Poets & Writers, Inc., with public funds from
the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the New York
State Governor and Legislature. *At Word Up Community Bookshop, 2113
Amsterdam Avenue @ W. 165th St.; 347-688-4456. *Thursday, May 7th, 7pm–9pm*
*.*







****NEXT WEEKEND*** (11 items)*

*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*



*Skraptacular EarthDay Celebration *For four years now Skraptacular has
joined with the NYC Department of Parks & Recreation
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 to celebrate urban wildlife: you know, the raccoons, turtles, hawks,
pigeons, and even coyotes with whom we share our turf. This kid-centric day
in the park features live animals such as hawks and owls, music, games with
animal themes, and, of course, Skraptacular helping small hands create
urban wildlife art projects all from (surprise!) garbage! In Inwood Hill
Park. *Saturday, May 9th, **11am – 4pm.*



*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.



*Navigating the Criminal Justice System: A Forum for Youth *Topics include
and overview of the criminal justice process; immigration consequences of
convictions; what to do if you are the victim of a crime; how to better
your community; job and internship opportunities. For additional
information, contact Famod Konneh of the Manhattan DA’s office at
212-864-6886, or Officer Kenya Hooks of the 28th Precinct at 212-678-1622.
At the Association des Senegalais, 121 St. Nicholas Ave., @ W. 116th St.
Refreshments will be provided. *Saturday, May 9th, 2p**m – 5pm.*



*Bueno, Bonito y Barato *Join us for a trunk sale hosted by *Fashionton
Heights* (fashiontonheights.blogspot.com), showcasing local vendors of
vintage clothing and accessories as well as local artists—all in support of
Word Up. Our intent is to provide quality items at affordable prices while
supporting our community bookstore. Refreshments will be available. At Word
Up Community Bookshop, 2113 Amsterdam Avenue @ W. 165th St.;
347-688-4456. *Saturday,
May 9th, 2pm – 6pm.*



*Alice in Wonderland *Presented by the Pied Piper Children’s Theatre, based
on Lewis Carroll's Classic; directed by Amy Dulsky-Little. At the Theatre
Space at Holy Trinity Church Inwood, 20 Cumming Street (one block north of
Dyckman). $10 adults, $8 children <16 & seniors 62+. Tickets available
online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1410092 or may be reserved
in advance by phone at 212-544-2976 (must pay by cash/check; not credit
cards at will-call). Limited walk-up sales may be available 15 minutes
prior to show-time. All tickets are general seating. *Saturdays, May 9th &
16th at 3pm & 7pm; Sundays, May 10th & 17th at 4pm.*



*The Machine 5th Anniversary Show feat. Lexiglass & Tellie Floydd *Celebrating
five years of "The Wash Heights Wu Tang”!! Uptown’s beloved hip hop masters
*the* *Machine* have been friends to Word Up since the earliest open mics
at the original location. In addition to skill, the Machine boasts
variety: *Chunk,
Ppul**, **Soli**, **Kapi Ku*, and *Leezy* bring more styles to the table
than have been seen since the glory days of Shaolin. For this special
performance they’ll be accompanied by *Lexiglass*, Uptown’s premier live
hip hop band. At Word Up Community Bookshop, 2113 Amsterdam Avenue @ W. 165
th St.; 347-688-4456. *Saturday, May 9th, 7pm – 9pm.*



*Concerts at The Lounge *HVG Performing Arts Group cordially invites you
to: Season Grand Finale! PAG’s last concert of the season will include a
program of solo, chamber and choral music. Featured on the program will be
a performance of the entire *Gloria* from J.S. Bach's *B minor Mass* sung
by the New York Festival Singers, with conductor Eric Hayslett and members
of LITHA Symphony Orchestra. Also included on the program will be works by
Heinrich Biber, Johannes Brahms and Sir Hubert Parry performed by HVG
musicians Tatiana Daubek, Joseph Kissner, Aaron Jay Kernis and Evelyne
Luest. At the Lounge at Hudson View Gardens: 128 Pinehurst Ave. at W. 183rd
Street. $12 donation includes post-concert reception with the artists.
*Saturday,
May 9th at 7:30pm. *(Note new date/time.)



*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. *



*Cornerstone Chorale Spring Concert *with soloists and orchestra,
performing Robert Scandrett *Psalm 91,* Haydn *Missa Sancti Nicolai,* and
Bach *Cantata 45 “Es ist dir gesagt”*. Andrea Beasom, soprano; Desirée
Baxter, alto; Paul Scholtz, tenor; Robert Mobsby, bass. $15 ($8
seniors/students). Reception with light refreshments follows. At the
Holyrood Church, 715 W. 179th St. at Ft. Washington Ave. W/C acc. Info:
212-795-5738 / www.cornerstonechoralenyc.org. *Sunday, May 10th at 3:30p.*







****LOOKING AHEAD / SAVE-THE-DATES!*** (2 items)*

*Save the Date for Sunset on the Hudson, The Fort Tryon Park Trust's Annual
Gala* *Honoring Lynden Miller. *Lynden Miller has been a tireless advocate
for and designer of beautiful gardens throughout New York City and beyond.
The Fort Tryon Park Trust is excited to celebrate Lynden's extensive
contributions to the green spaces of NYC, and hope you'll consider joining
them. Benefit proceeds will help sustain this historic park, underwriting
horticultural staff; free environmental, cultural and fitness programs, and
targeted capital improvements. Purchase tickets online (
https://www.forttryonparktrust.org/sunset_on_the_hudson_gala.html); call
212-795-1388 x300 for more information. *Thursday, May 28th **(6:30pm
cocktails in the Heather Garden; 7:30pm dinner on the David Rockefeller
Linden Terrace)*



*Inwood Shakespeare Festival 2015: Season of the Rebellious & the Royal*
Presents Hamlet, William Shakespeare's great revenge tragedy of timeless
questions, universal themes and infinite imagination. Technical
Production/Costumes by Catherine Bruce. Music/Sound design by Luke Saint
Francis. Assistant Director: Emily Naylor. Produced & Directed by Ted Minos
for Moose Hall Theatre Company. Twelve FREE performances on the  Inwood
Hill Park Peninsula; entrances at 218th St. & Indian Road, and Seaman Ave.
at Isham St. For more information visit www.inwoodshakespearefestival.com.
Bring a blanket and we’ll see you there! *Wednesdays through Saturdays,
June 3rd – 20th at 7:30pm.*







****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 (5 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



*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)****

*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/



*FREE CAMPERSHIPS at Columbia University's summer athletic camps* for
children. The deadline to participate in the lottery is May 8th. (Click
here for more information:
http://conservancynorth.org/index.php/component/content/article/88-internal-pages/110-com-ben
and to download an application.) Open to children in 10032, 10033, 10034,
10040 & Marble Hill (only!) sections of 10463. Applications will be
selected by lottery hosted by ConservancyNorth and the Police Athletic
League at the Armory (W. 165th St. & Ft. Washington Ave.) on Friday May 15th
at 11am. *Applications *must* be received by May 8th at 5pm.*



*Pied Piper Children’s Theatre Summer Intensive *There are just two more
days to get your applications for the PPCT Summer 2015 intensive to us.
They can be emailed to phill at piedpipertheatre.com or delivered in person.
Please note an important change: the scheduled Saturdays are now
*optional*. There is no requirement to attend any Saturday during the
program. If you have any further questions about the program, please email
Phill Greenland at phill at piedpipertheatre.com.







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

*How to Start and Run a Successful Retail Business *With Princess Jenkins,
founder of The Brownstone, and special training by Square. You will learn:
legal forms of business; company logo and trademarks; how to buy
merchandise; store finances; merchandise and price-points; finding the
right location; retail interiors; app market place; how to sell online.
Sponsored by the NY Women’s Chamber of Commerce. Free, but you must
purchase a $25 textbook. At City College, W. 137th St. & Amsterdam Ave. For
more information/RSVP: Lawrence Miles (lmiles at nywcc.org /
212-491-6940). *Thursdays,
May 14th, 21st, 28th & June 4th, 6pm – 9pm. *Limited number of seats; you
must *RSVP by May 1st.*



*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.



*Grace Outreach College Prep Program* seeks young women, ages 18-24, who
have either a high school diploma or a GED/TASC/high school equivalency
diploma, and want to attend CUNY in fall 2015. Some stipend support is
available via this scholarship. Students who begin their college work with
zero or only one remedial class have a MUCH better chance statistically of
graduating within 3 years for an associate's degree.  Grace Outreach
operates this special summer program as a member of the Bronx Opportunity
Network (BON) consortium. The program is from mid June to the end of July. For
more information, please call Lisa DeMun at 718-382-0580 or email Lauren
Calderon: lcalderon at graceoutreachbronx.org. Applications are *due June 1st
at 4pm, *although we urge potential students to get it in earlier due to
high demand for these seats.



*Temporary Case Worker *STAR Senior Center will need a temporary case work
starting in July. One of their staff will be out on maternity leave. Duties
include active case finding and relating to participants at the center;
conduct participant intake/assessment of needs/service planning; assess
eligibility for programs and complete a needs assessment; assist in
translating and preparing applications for entitlements and their renewal;
report findings in progress notes and computerized data base in accordance
to NYC Department of Aging standards. Must be bilingual (Spanish/English).
Fax resumé to 212-781-7496 or email davidjohnson at nyc.rr.com. Please
include *cover
letter which d*iscusses work ethic, case finding, and knowledge of
entitlements. Older persons encouraged to apply.



*Part-time Positions at Riverstone *Saturday positions available for
Riverstone's new Social Adult Day Program: Group Leader for small group of
individuals with memory loss; Group Leader Assistant; Intake Social Worker.
Saturdays, 8:30am – 3pm, starting July 11th. Send cover letter & resume to
Ilana Dunner at Riverstone Senior Life Servicesidunner at riverstonenyc.org.



*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).







****ROADS & TRANSIT (3 items)****

*Overnight Lane Closures on the Trans-Manhattan **Expressway *due to
scaffolding and shield 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 May 3rd, 10pm – 5am.*



*Attention Motorists Using the George Washington Bridge During the
Overnight Hours *Beginning Monday, May 4th, The Port Authority of New York
and New Jersey will resume a steel deck improvement project on the upper
level of the George Washington Bridge that may cause significant overnight
delays. Three of four Upper Level bridge lanes will be closed during the
hours below: Monday to Thursday from 9pm - 5am the following morning; Friday
& Saturday nights from 10pm - 10am the following morning. Passenger
vehicles should use the lower level to avoid delays, but also check
electronic signs on the approach route which will provide the latest travel
times across the upper and lower levels. Motorists may also choose to
consider seeking an alternate route. The lower level will be fully open to
both cash and E-ZPass customers when work is occurring in the eastbound
direction to New York. Trucks are required to use the upper level at all
times. *Beginning May 4th.*



*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 (4 items)****

*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*.



*Donate Life: Sign Up as an Organ, Eye, or Tissue Donor **What 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
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.



*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  16th*.*



*Volunteers needed at the United Palace! *The next three UPCA events are
all going to be fun, fun, fun (but then again, what UPCA events aren't
fun?). The two priorities we will have are concession stand and a welcome
table for donations, information, and (for May 3rd at least) giving out
free popcorn to GoldStar members. Please let me know if you are available
for any of these dates. *Sunday, May 3rd: *Movie - On the Town with
mini-concert (3pm volunteers arrive; 4pm doors; 5pm movie; 6:30pm concert;
7ish done). *Sunday, May 17th: *Young People Perform! This is the annual
event featuring all of our community art programs (3:30pm arrival; 4:30pm
doors; 5pm show, 7pm done). *Saturday, May 30th *The Concert! This is the
annual event featuring 6 El Sistema-inspired youth orchestras. (12:30pm
arrival; 1:30pm doors; 2pm concert; 4pm done). Please email Mike Fitelson (
mikef at unitedpalace.org) if you are available to pitch in for any of these
dates.







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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)

(212) 544-0256 (fx)
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