[BwayDems] Upcoming events, meetings & opportunities from Sen. Espaillat <2/5/15 edition; 91 items>

[Elizabeth Lorris Ritter]

[image: Inline image 1]



*Thursday, February 5th, 2015*



*Dear Neighbor,*



*Last-minute alert:** many events and meetings this evening! *



*Join Sen. Espaillat for a press conference on the importance of
vaccination: tomorrow afternoon at 1:30 at W. 135th St. & Broadway, by the
Pediatrics 2000 practice. Support heart health awareness by wearing red
tomorrow. Get help with tax preparation. See Shakespeare. Listen to Jazz.
Help clean the Palisades. See a movie at the Palace. And so much more. *



*Scroll down for information about things happening:*

·         *Tonight & tomorrow (11 items)*

·         *This weekend (13 items)*

·         *Next week (9 items)*

·         *Next weekend (2 items)*

·         *Looking ahead / Save-the-Date! (8 items)*

·         *How You Can Help (5 items): **share your money / stuff / time*

·         *Educational and vocational resources & training opportunities
(13 items)*

·         *Loans, Grants, Scholarships, Contests, Awards & Exhibitions (12
items)*

·         *Health, recreation & fitness (6 items)*

·         *Protect-the-Palisades Update (1 item)*

·         *General information, ongoing events & news-you-can-use (11
items)*



*Timothy Hamlett is still missing!* *(See “How You Can Help” section for
details.)*



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



*Best,*

*Liz Ritter*







****TONIGHT & TOMORROW*** (11 items)*

*SCRIE/DRIE Workshop **originally scheduled for Feb. 5th is *postponed*;
watch this space for details. *



*FY 2016 Budget Forum *Sponsored by NYC Councilmember Ydanis Rodriguez.
Session 1 for School Principals & Administrators on Reso A; Session 2 for
non-profits & Community Based Organizations. At the George Washington High
School Campus, 549 Audubon Ave., room 252 (2nd floor). *Thursday, February
5th at 4:30pm & 6pm.*



*The WHIN Music Community Charter School* A proposal for El
Sistema-inspired music-centered elementary school. Help us to put music at
the forefront of our children's education! We believe that EVERY child
 deserves a rich and free musical education at school, and will benefit
academically from a music-infused curriculum which develops self-esteem,
confidence and social skills through music. We are working on a proposal to
create a progressive, innovative and inclusive public charter school using
a progressive music-infused academic curriculum aligned with the NYS Common
Core Standards in ELA and Math for all children, and offering a free and
daily El Sistema-inspired music program for all students. We would like to
hear your opinion about this initiative, and ideas/concerns you may have.
David Gracia, Founder & Director, WHIN Music Project, will be holding
additional info sessions at Our Saviour's Atonement Lutheran Church, 178
Bennett Ave. Bring a friend, a neighbor and a colleague! RSVP to
whinmusiccs at gmail.com. *Thursday, February 5th at 5:40pm and Friday,
February 6th at 5:30pm. *

 *Succession Rights Workshop* *for Tenants Living in City Owned
Buildings* PALANTE
Harlem, has joined HPD in offering an interactive workshop for tenants of
TIL/ANCP buildings to make sure that you understand the newly expanded
tenancy rights. During the workshop we will provide technical assistance
and help every participant wishing to assert their right to succeed. If you
want us to help you fill out the application, please make sure you can
compile the required documentation and bring it with you if possible
(Please refer to the attachment) Applicants must provide all of the
required documents to qualify for succession. At Harlem Hospital: 506 Lenox
Avenue at W. 135th St., 6th fl., room 6101. *Thursday, February 5th at 6pm.*



*2015 is Morris-Jumel Mansion's 250th* *Anniversary!* And to celebrate,
we're teaming up with the Public Theater to present a special benefit
performance of “*Hamilton”*, the raucous, much-anticipated, new musical
written and played by Tony-award-winner and good friend of the Mansion,
Lin-Manuel Miranda. Fusing contemporary hip-hop and classic Broadway style,
“*Hamilton*” charts the origins, rise and dramatic death of one of
America’s greatest minds. The Morris-Jumel is giving history and theater
lovers the chance to not only see the show, but also mingle with fellow
friends of Morris-Jumel at a pre-performance cocktail reception and meet
and talk with Lin-Manuel and the director, Tony-award nominee Thomas Kail,
at an intimate post-show Q&A. To learn more, and to purchase tickets,
please call Morris-Jumel at 212-923-8008, go to
http://morrisjumelmansion.brownpapertickets.com/ or visit the Mansion in
person. Hurry: SPACE IS LIMITED! Proceeds will go to the underwriting of
Morris-Jumel's extensive array of educational and cultural
programming. *Thursday,
February 5th.*



*Zarzuela! Música de Teatro from the Siglo de Oro* Our program will be
comprised of Zarzuela, music from the Spanish theater during the period
known as the Siglo de Oro, or Spanish Golden Age. Program will be
complemented with recitations from period texts drawn from manuscripts in
the Hispanic Society’s collection. The Hispanic Society of America. At the
Hispanic Society of America, Broadway between W. 155th and W. 156th
Streets. Reception to follow. Free and open to the public, but space is
limited. RSVP: friends at hispanicsociety.org or 212-926 2234 x250. *Thursday,
February 5th at 7pm.*

 *Understanding and Approaching End of Life Issues. Do’s and Don’ts *You
are cordially invited to attend a bio-ethics seminar for medical & other
professionals, presented by S.E.R. Fernando Chomalí Garib. At the STAR
Senior Center, 650 W. 187th St., btw. Wadsworth Ave. and Broadway. Free and
open to the public, but do RSVP to 646-379-0353 or email Ambiorix Rodríguez
(ambbis at yahoo.com) or Lidia Virgil (nun27 at aol.com). *Thursday, February 5*th,
*at 7pm.*



*Learn How the New Waste Law Affects You and Request a Free E-cycling Bin
For Your Building* The Community Board 12 Health & Environment and the
Housing and Human Services Committees will have a joint meeting to update
residents on the new New York City regulation regarding the disposal of old
and/or damaged electronics. At the CB12M Office’s, 530 W. 166th St., @
Audubon Ave., 6th floor. *Thursday, February 5th at 7 pm*



*Jewish Values and the Israel Palestinian Conflict *In the upcoming
elections, Israeli citizens will determine the country's future, possibly
for decades to come. What is the Israel we want? As a resolution to the
Israeli/Palestinian conflict continues to elude us, we are witnessing not
merely a shift in political perspectives, but in the core Jewish values
that define Israel's national identity. Who do we want to be, by what
standard do we assess that, and how is the thinking about these questions
shaping modern Israel and the choices Israel is and will be making in the
years to come. Rabbi Dr. Donniel Hartman is President of the Shalom Hartman
Institute, and the Director of its iEngage Project. He has a Ph.D. in
Jewish philosophy from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, a Master of Arts
in political philosophy from NYU, a Master of Arts in religion from Temple
University, and Rabbinic ordination from the Shalom Hartman Institute.
There is no charge for this event. Please pre-register at www.thesaj.org.
Light refreshments will be served after the talk. Society for the
Advancement of Judaism, 15 W. 86th St. *Thursday, February 5th at 7:30pm.*



*National Wear Red Day *As part of American Heart Month 2015 New Yorkers
are urged to join the American Heart Association’s “Wear Red for Women”
campaign to raise awareness of the serious issue of heart disease amongst
women. Heart disease kills one in four Americans and remains the leading
cause of death for both men and women. However, 80 percent of cardiac
events can be prevented through exercise, healthy diet, and eliminating
risk factors such as smoking, stress, uncontrolled diabetes, and excessive
alcohol consumption. Established by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964,
American Heart Month is renewed yearly by presidential proclamation. Show
your commitment to heart health awareness for women and all New Yorkers!
Together we can ensure that our mothers, sisters, daughters and friends
have the tools and knowledge needed for a healthier future. National Wear
Red Day is the first Friday each February. For more information and
resources visit: www.goredforwomen.org. *Friday, February 6th.*



*La Lucha: Quisqueya & Haiti, One Island *An exhibition by Yelaine
Rodriguez in collaboration with Haiti Cultural Exchange (
www.haiticulturalx.org). At the Rio Penthouse Gallery I, 10 Fort Washington
Ave., btw. W. 159th & W. 160th Streets. Exhibit runs February 6th – 27th.
Free! Artists’ Talk, Saturday, February 21st. *Opening reception: Friday,
February 6th, 6pm-9pm.*







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

*Become an American Citizen in 2015!! *At the Northern Manhattan Coalition
for Immigrant Rights, 665 W. 182nd St., ground floor. In Collaboration with
the Hispanic Federation and the New York State Office of New Americans. For
more information and to schedule your appointment, call 866-HF AYUDA
(866-432-9832). FREE! *Saturday, February 7th, 10am - 3pm. *(Doors close at
2pm.)



*Isabella High School Scholarship Event *Outstanding High School Seniors
from Washington Heights & Inwood are highly encouraged to apply! This is an
opportunity you don’t want to miss. Isabella Geriatric Center, 515 Audubon
Ave., @ W. 190th St. Larson Library. *Saturday, February 7th, 10:30am –
noon.*



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



*Israel Decides — About What? <http://www.sznyc.org/dinners/857> *Israeli
journalist and historian Gershom Gorenberg explains why Israel is returning
to the polls so quickly, what the issues are in the March election, why
predictions of the results are unreliable, why the vote tally might not
tell us who won, and what potential outcomes mean for Israel and for
American Jews. (Prior to the talk, we welcome visitors to join us for
traditional, egalitarian services, beginning at 9:30am, and a full lunch
afterwards.) Please register for lunch. Congregation Shaare Zedek, 212 W. 93
rd St. FREE. *Saturday, February 7th at 12:30pm.*



*Shakespeare Saturdays presents* the return of “The Shakespeare
Sign-Up: Scenes,
Sonnets, Soliloquies & Songs" The Sign-Up (open mic) is where anyone can
sign up to perform something Shakespearean. Actors may use the open mic as
a chance to polish a monologue before an important audition. Literary fans
may want to take turns reading sonnets. There are no auditions for this.
All are welcome to participate- actors and audience members alike. You
simply just show up at The Inwood Library and sign up to perform!  It's 6
minutes stage time each time a performer takes the stage (so you can
perform 2 monologues if you like as long as they don't exceed 6 minutes).
There are only 2 requirements:-1) whatever you bring has to be
Shakespearean; 2nd, no fight choreography (sorry). And if you're not
performing, it's a fun event to just sit in the audience while your
favorite Shakespeare characters come to life! Lela Frechette is the Guest
Emcee. Free and open to the public at The Inwood Library, 4790 Broadway
(between Dyckman & Cummings Streets)- Downstairs Auditorium.
*Saturday,* *February
7th, 2:30pm - 4:30pm**.*



*Jazz Foundation Presents Ed Cherry, Wayne Escoffery & Guests *The Jazz
Foundation of America (JFA) is a nonprofit committed to providing jazz and
blues musicians with financial, medical, housing, and legal assistance as
well as performance opportunities. Word Up has partnered with the JFA
several times beginning with the first anniversary party in 2012. This
event will feature all-stars from the JFA's new Gig Fund performance
initiative, including guitarist Ed Cherry and saxophonist Wayne Escoffery.
At WordUp Community Bookshop, 2113 Amsterdam Ave. @ W. 165th St. Info:
347-688-4456. *Saturday, February 7th, 4pm – 7pm.*



*Third Annual Pied Piper* *DANCE NIGHT *Back by popular demand! A fun
family event in which people of all ages are led in short group dance
routines in different styles ranging from square dance to salsa & hip-hop. At
the Theatre Space at Holy Trinity Church, 20 Cumming Street (one block
north of Dyckman). General Admission - $10. (Cash or check only at the door
-- No Advanced Ticketing for this Event.) *Saturday February 7th at 6:30pm.*



*The Palisades Meetup-Cleanup* meets on the first Sunday of every month at
Ross Dock, where they assemble to clean up the trash on the trails and
picnic grounds. This is a joint effort between the Palisades Interstate
Park and the Appalachian Mountain Club. For more information, visit
www.njpalisades.org. *Sunday, February 8th, 10am – 1pm.*



*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.*



*Manhattan State of the Borough Address *With her first State of the
Borough event for the public, Manhattan Borough President Gale A. Brewer is
forgoing the traditional address format to instead hold an interactive
community conversation on residents’ most pressing concerns and the
initiatives the MBPO is working on to address them. Borough President
Brewer will welcome to the stage four Manhattan thought leaders to talk
candidly about affordable housing, education, technology, development in
the borough, police-community relations, and other issues topping her
constituents’ lists of concerns. Audience members will be invited to
live-Tweet questions and comments for all to see onstage—feedback that the
speakers will explore in their conversation. Each of the four guests will
speak with Borough President Brewer about the issues they feel are most
important to quality of life in Manhattan. Collectively, these
conversations will address the borough’s diversity of interests and
perspectives.At Columbia University’s Lerner Hall, Broadway @ W. 115th St.
If you would like to attend, RSVP to 212-669-8300 or
www.sotb2015.eventbrite.com. Don’t forget to tweet about the event using
the hashtag #SOTB2015! *Sunday, February 8th at 2pm.*



*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. *



*Sweet Smell of Success *at the United Palace of Cultural Arts, 4140
Broadway at W. 175th St. Introduction with Lou Lumenick and his special
guest James Wolcott of Vanity Fair. *Sunday, February 8th*. Doors open at
4pm; program and movie at 5pm.



*Dead of Winter Play Reading Series *with UP Theater. All the quality and
interesting theatre you’ve come to expect from UP. At Bread & Yoga, 5000
Broadway (enter on W. 212th St.). FREE and open to the public, but
donations accepted/encourage, reservations are strongly recommended as the
space fills up fast and you don’t want to be disappointed. Please note that
you must remove your shoes for this venue (it’s a yoga studio), so choose
your socks wisely! Sundays in January & February; all performances at
7:30pm. *Tamarack House **by Michael Dowling, directed by Anya Saffir *A
big, old New England boarding house’s days are numbered, as giant
developments are encroaching. Even though it’s run down and beat up, it
still has hidden potential not unlike its five current residents, who need
to come up with a plan… and quick. *Sunday, February 8th at 7:30pm.*







****NEXT WEEK*** (9 items)*

*What's New in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine *HealthOutreach®
Presented by Wilson Quezada MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine in the
Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine. At the Allen
Hospital of New York Presbyterian Hospital, 5141 Broadway at W. 220th St.,
Thayer Conference Room on the 1st floor (1 Center West, room 3). FREE, and
open to those who are at least 60 years of age. Refreshments will be
served. *Monday, February 9th, 1pm – 2pm.*



*Get Strong & Fit with Plant Foods! *Come learn how you can get into the
best shape of your life on an Earth-friendly diet. Raffle featuring
eco-friendly, healthy prizes! Healthy, delicious recipe samples! Free and
open to the public. At NewYork-Presbyterian/The Allen Hospital, 5141
Broadway at W. 220th St., Thayer A & B. For more information, email
inwoodveganbodybuilding at gmail.com. *Monday, February 9th, 6pm-8pm.*



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



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



*Celebrate Black History Month with the First African American Woman in
Space! *Join us for a play based on the amazing life of Dr. Mae Jemison,
chemical engineer, medical researcher, physician, teacher and astronaut.
She also speaks fluent Russian, Japanese, and Swahili and is trained in
dance choreography. Dr. Jemison was the science mission specialist on the
Endeavor in 1992 during STS-47. The 8-day mission was accomplished in 127
orbits of the Earth, and included 44 Japanese and US scientists. Jemison
was a co-investigator on the bone cell research experiment flown on the
mission.  “The first thing I saw from space was Chicago, my hometown,” she
said. “I was working on the middeck where there aren’t many windows, and as
we passed over Chicago, the commander called me up to the flight deck. It
was such a significant moment because since I was a little girl I had
always assumed I would go into space.”  At 58 today, Dr. Jemison is still
making history in the sciences… on Earth. The show is FREE, but please call
or email Pat Vitucci (212-694-3656, patricia.vitucci at parks.ny.gov*) *with
your request for reservations. At Riverbank State Park, 145th St. @
Riverside Drive. *Wednesday, February 11th, 10am – 11:30am. *(If we have
enough of a demand, we’ll run a second performance at 11:30am.)



*Goddard Riverside's Big Read Book Discussion *of *The Beautiful Things
That Heaven Bears* by Dinaw Mengestu. The *New York Times* called it “a
great African novel, a great Washington novel and a great American novel.”
Sepha Stephanos narrates his experiences across these worlds as an
Ethiopian immigrant shopkeeper in a predominantly poor African-American
neighborhood in Washington, DC. Mengestu charts Stephanos's heartbreaking
loneliness, his companionship with two fellow African immigrants who mourn
and love their countries, and his budding friendship with a young girl and
her mother who recently moved into the gentrifying neighborhood.
http://neabigread.org/books/beautifulthings/. At Rutgers Presbyterian
Church, 236 W. 73rd St., and many more. (See
http://neabigread.org/communities/?community_id=2197 for a complete
schedule.) *Wednesday, February 11th, 6:30pm – 7:30pm.*



*Vive tu Vida / Live your Life Task Force Meeting* *At the *Columbia
Community Partnership for Health, 390 Fort Washington Avenue, (bet. W. 177th
& W. 178th St.). *Tasty breakfast catered by Antojitos y Monadas. **Thursday,
February 12th, 8:45am - 10am. *Optional networking from 10am-10:45am.



*Transforming Stryker Park *Friends of Stryker Park, an Upper West Side
organization, intends to transform the north side of West 97th Street
between Columbus & Amsterdam Avenues, which is currently 40,000 square feet
of concrete. We invite you to our community workshop. At the American Youth
Hostel, 891 Amsterdam Ave. @ W. 103rd St. *Thursday, February 12th, 6:30pm
- 8:30pm.*



*Triskaidekaphobia, anyone?! *All day, if you believe that sort of
thing... *Friday,
February 13th.*







****NEXT WEEKEND*** (2 items)*

*Climate Change Resiliency Overview Meeting for Northern Manhattan *Join WE
ACT for Environmental Justice, community residents, elected officials, and
key stakeholders from Community Boards 9, 10, 11, & 12 in developing and
implementing a community-driven planning process around climate change
resiliency. 1854 Amsterdam Ave. @ W. 152nd St., 3rd floor. For more info,
contact Louis D. Bailey (louis at weact.org·/ 212-961-100, x311.) *Saturday,
February 14th, 10am - 1pm.*



*Sunday Concerts at The Lounge* HVG Performing Arts Group cordially invites
you to: Kevin Hays, internationally recognized as one of the premier jazz
pianists of his generation, returns to HVG, this time as a soloist. Kevin
has released over a dozen recordings as leader, has appeared on many
‘best-of’ lists and is featured on Grammy-nominated and winning recordings.
He has performed at Carnegie’s Zankel Hall and throughout the US and
Europe.  "There are plenty of talented pianists…but few have Hays’s melodic
charms and sense of style”.  (*The New Yorker*) At the Lounge at Hudson
View Gardens: 128 Pinehurst Avenue at West 183rd Street. $12 donation
includes post-concert reception with the artists. For more information,
call 212-923-7800 ext. 1511. *Sunday, February 15th at 5pm*







****LOOKING AHEAD / SAVE THE DATE*** (8 items)*

*Free Estate Planning *Receive a one-to-one consultation with an attorney
on any aspect of estate planning (wills, health proxy, power of attorney,
etc.). Appointment required. Call 212-928-6814 or email
district7 at council.nyc.gov to RSVP. At Councilmember Mark Levine District
Office, 500 W. 141st St. *Tuesday, February 17th, 9am – 4pm.*



*Artists’ Talk: La Lucha / Quisqueya & Haiti, One Island *An exhibition by
Yelaine Rodriguez in collaboration with Haiti Cultural Exchange (
www.haiticulturalx.org). At the Rio Penthouse Gallery I, 10 Fort Washington
Ave., btw. W. 159th & W. 160th Streets. Exhibit runs through February 27th.
Free! *Saturday, February 21st.*



*A of Celebration Dominican Classical Composers & Musicians *with Maestro
Leonardo Ivan Dominguez. Featuring the Camerata Washington Heights Chamber
Orchestra & Conjunto Folklorico Dominicano. Admission is free for all
concerts, but registration is required due to limited seating capacity:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fifth-concert-series-a-celebration-of-dominican-classical-composers-and-musicians-tickets-969665295.
Presented by the Association of Dominican Classical Artists, and
co-sponsored by the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute and the Honorable NYC
Councilmember Ydanis Rodríguez. At Aaron Davis Hall, Theater B, Convent
Ave., between W. 133rd & W. 135th Streets. *Thursday, February 26th at 7pm.*



*Albany Lobby Day for Immigration Reform *The New York Immigration
Colaition (NYIC) invites you to join immigrant advocates from across New
York State for the New York Immigration Coalition *Day of Action in Albany*.
The purpose of the day is to bring immigrant voices to Albany and to share
the NYIC’s Immigrant Equality Agenda with policymakers in the state
capitol. Buses will be leaving from locations in Manhattan, Long Island,
and Westchester. Lunch will be provided. To RSVP, visit
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mX-xZZQ6bsMiPW6Vqytu1MGtATrFRF30gqk_-iJym9k/viewform.
*Tuesday, March *3rd.



*18th Annual College Fair *This is an opportunity to visit 60+ universities
and colleges across the United States under one roof. In addition to the
college information booths, workshops will be available on a variety of
topics, such as choosing a college, scholarships and admissions, financial
aid, test prep, and other pertinent issues and information for parents and
students alike. The cost of the college fair is free and the information is
priceless. Representatives from colleges across the country will be on hand
to help students and parents learn about their option to help better equip
the executives, doctors and lawyers of tomorrow on how to succeed in
college today. For further information, call Patricia Vitucci contact me at
212-694-3656. *Saturday, March 7th, noon - 4pm.*
  *Save the Date for the 7th Annual Friends of PS/IS187 Auction Fundraiser* The
annual Auction Fundraiser, hosted by Friends of 187, features silent and
live auctions of really good stuff, and delicious food & beverages. It’s
always a great evening out (without kids) that you don't want to miss.
Tickets on sale now at http://www.friendsof187.org/auction-tickets.html*.**
(Discount if you buy in advance.) In the *Hebrew Tabernacle Social Hall,
551 Fort Washington Ave. @ W. 185th St. *Saturday, March 7th, 7pm – 9:30pm.*


*Save-the-Date: the Uptown Games Return! *Enjoy a day of competitive
track-and-field events for elementary- and middle-school children (3rd-8th
grades) in the historic Washington Heights Armory. Register solo, or as
part of your school’s team. For more information and registration forms,
call 212-544-0173 or email eventsRSVP at adrianoespaillat.org. Saturday March
28th, 10am – 3pm.


*Save-the-Date: Riverstone 30th Anniversary Gala *Honoring Molly Michels,
Steve Simon & Julio Batista. At the Wintergarden, Morgan Stanley Children's
Hospital of NewYork-Presbyterian, Broadway @ W. 165th St. *Thursday, April
30th, 5:30pm - 8:30pm.*







****HOW YOU CAN HELP*** (5 items)*

*NYPL Oral Histories Project *The Washington Heights and Inwood
Neighborhood Oral History Project will begin in January 2015 and they need
interviewers. Interview your neighbors, family or friends and preserve
stories and memories about our community. Sign up for an interviewer
training session at one of our participating neighborhood libraries. Visit
http://oralhistory.nypl.org/neighborhoods/washington-heights-inwood website
for training session dates and times at all three WH/I library branches, or
contact Alexandra Kelly: alexandrakelly at nypl.org / 212-621-0552. For
information on the Harlem Oral Histories project, visit
http://oralhistory.nypl.org/neighborhoods/harlem or contact Ms. Kelly.



*Volunteers needed for upcoming United Palace of Cultural Arts events *Here
are the next few events we have planned (more to come). These are all free
admission so we won't need ticket sellers or takers, but there are
certainly other tasks that we always need extra sets of hands to complete.
All events at the United Palace, 4140 Broadway at W. 175th St. Please
contact Mike Fitelson (212-568-1157 / MikeF at unitedpalace.org) if you are
available to pitch in.

·         *Sweet Smell of Success w/Lou Lumenick, *Sunday, February 8th,
4pm doors; 5pm introduction with Lou Lumenick and his special guest James
Wolcott of Vanity Fair; 5:30pm movie

·         *New York Youth Symphony Concert, *Sunday, February 22nd at 5pm

·         *Rear Window *Sunday, February 22nd, 4pm doors; 5pm introduction
with Lou Lumenick; 5:30pm movie.



*Missing Person *We thank you in advance for whatever help or assistance
you can give my classmate. Timothy Hamlett left his home Friday, Dec. 26th,
and did not go where he said he would go. His phone was ping’ed in our
neighborhood and found by a couple of kids. He may have been spotted in the
157th train station and the 170th McDonalds. The family is extremely
concerned because he has been using sports supplements and they have been
affecting his personality. Timothy is a 20-year-old black male, 6’ tall. He
was wearing True Religion jeans, zip-up Adidas sneakers (blueish/purplish).
If you have seen Timothy Hamlett or have information on his whereabouts,
please call 917-686-0087 or 201-406-6990.





*What happens between Pop Ups? Where can you bring your broken stuff?* Please
take this quick survey (https://sandra30.typeform.com/to/IFt5pF) to help us
help you more often. Thank you! We'll let you know our next Pop Up dates
and locations when we have them. With all the best, from everyone at Pop Up
Repair



*Book Drive: Project Cicero *Donate new or gently used children’s and young
adult books for Project Cicero’s delivery to classroom libraries in
under-resourced NYC public schools. The donation bin is in the JCC’s lobby
at 334 Amsterdam Ave. (@ W. 76th St.). For more information, call
646-505-5708 or visit www.JCCmanhattan.org <http://www.jccmanhattan.org/>.
Can’t make it to the JCC in time? Donate an item from our wishlist:
http://projectcicero.org/wish-list/. *Through February 28th.*







****EDUCATIONAL AND VOCATIONAL RESOURCES & TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES*** (13
items)*

*Introduction to Community Based Participatory Research (Free Course) *As
part of the mission of the Columbia University Irving Institute for
Clinical and Translational Research to foster community engaged research
between academic and community stakeholders, the Community Engagement Core
Resource (CECR) offers an introductory course on Community Based
Participatory Research (CBPR). The course is open to Columbia University
faculty and high level administrators of community and faith-based
organizations in northern Manhattan. Participants will gain an appreciation
of all the components involved in CBPR and sound health research through
co-learning and practicing various parts of the research process in
community-academic partner pairs. These partnership pairs will develop a
research proposal with a CBPR approach for funding consideration by the
Irving Institute. Topics covered include: definitions of community, issues
of power and control, engagement and participation, the appropriate use of
qualitative and quantitative methods, and research design. The course is
free to all admitted participants. Applicants must: hold the title of
Executive Director, Assistant Executive Director, or other high level
administrator at an organization serving northern Manhattan (Harlem,
Washington Heights, Inwood); commit to attend all 10 class sessions and
stay for the entire duration of the class session; and commit to submitting
a proposal for pilot funding with an academic partner. Classes will be held
at Columbia Community Partnership for Health, 390 Ft. Washington Ave.
, on *Tuesday
afternoons from 4pm – 6:30pm (March 3, 10, 24, 31; April 7, 21; May 5, 19;
June 2, 16).* For more information or to request an application contact
Alejandra N. Aguirre: ana2104 at columbia.edu / 646-697-2272.



*The Kindergarten Admission Process Is Underway!* For children born in
2010, the application period opens on January 7th and closes on February 13
th. Placement offers will be distributed in early April and
pre-registration at schools starts in April. Like last year, families can
apply online by visiting www.nyc.gov/schools/kindergarten, over-the-phone
by calling 718-935-2400 Monday – Friday between 8am and 6pm, or in person
at one of the Family Welcome Centers:
http://schools.nyc.gov/ChoicesEnrollment/NewStudents/WelcomeCenters/default.htm.
This year the kindergarten application is translated into nine languages
on-line, and the Family Welcome Centers will have translated paper copies
of the applications as well. For more information, visit the above
Kindergarten Admissions website or email ES_Enrollment at schools.nyc.gov.



*CLOTH Heiskell Technology Center *This center offers free technology
training for adults including basic computer classes, after school
programming, and even ESL. They’re open Monday-Friday from 10am-5pm. and
are located at 2113 Amsterdam Ave at 165th Street. Visit their website (
http://www.cloth159.org/education.htm) to learn more.



*The Metropolitan Museum of Art offers Discoveries *Workshops for Visitors
with Developmental and Learning Disabilities and Those on the Autism
Spectrum. Discoveries workshops take place one Sunday a month and last for
90 minutes. Each one focuses on a theme and includes a gallery tour
followed by a related art activity in the studio. The program is free, but
reservations are necessary. Receive a schedule and/or make a reservation at
212-650-2010 or access at metmuseum.org


Opportunities for Youth Sponsored by the Northern Manhattan Improvement
Corporation ·         Youth Build Northern Manhattan Calling out of school
17-24 year olds: work toward your GED or high school diploma while learning
job skills by building affordable housing in your own community. The
program also includes leadership development and other trainings. For
further information, call Edwin at 212-453-5381 or visit
https://youthbuild.org/siteview/72146/info . (Note: NMIC recently moved
down the block to 45 Wadsworth Ave.)

·         *Young Adult Internship Program *YAIP is a 14 week intensive
internship and job training program for young adults between the ages of
17-24 living in New York City who are currently unemployed and do not have
a bachelors or associates degree. The program pays a stipend of $2,800 and
is designed to help young adults get on track for a new and exciting
career. To apply, visit NMIC at 45 Wadsworth Avenue at W. 176th Street
between noon - 4pm. Visit http://www.nyc.gov/html/dycd/html/jobs/internship
or call 212-453-5381 for more information. *Application deadline March 9th
for program beginning March 23rd. *

·         *The Youth Empowered To Succeed (YES)* program for Out-of-School
Youth (OSY) at NMIC empowers disconnected young adults ages 16-21 to
upgrade their occupational skills through construction training (HBI PACT &
OSHA 10-hr). Job placement assistance is provided upon completion of the
program.



*Director of Development Literacy Partners *Literacy Partners works to break
the cycle of poverty for New York City families by empowering parents thr
ough education. We partner with Head Start, Pre-­‐K and other programs to en
roll parents of young children into our free classes. We help parents impr
ove their literacy skills and empower them with knowledge and coaching to
promote their children's cognitive development.  Literacy Partners is looki
ng for a dynamic individual to expand our base of financial support, grow ou
r network of influential allies, and bring increased visibility to our missi
on and the results of our work. The Director of Development will have the
ability to drive the growth of a $2.7 million budget. The right candidate
will have all that, as well as a passion that makes this much more than a
job. The position is based in our midtown office. The position reports to
the Executive Director and will work with the Board of Directors and external
event planners to produce an annual gala and several smaller events, as
well as implement a major gifts campaign and increase financial contributi
ons from corporate sponsors, government and foundations. The ideal
candidate will have a solid track record of results in nonprofit fundraising;
experience with Raiser’s Edge a plus. We are interviewing in late January
and early February to fill the position as soon as possible. Send résumé and
cover letter with salary requirements to: *job at literacypartners.org.*



*Looking for Non-Profit Leaders in Northern Manhattan *Are you a mid-level
non-profit professional or community leader serving Northern Manhattan? Are
you looking to build partnerships, expand your networks and enhance your
leadership and management skills? Are you committed to improving the
quality of life in Northern Manhattan? The Northern Manhattan Fellowship is
seeking dynamic, passionate mid-senior level leaders for the 2015 class.
NMF meets twice a month and is designed to enhance development,
fundraising, leadership, coalition building and overall non for profit
management skills! Over the course of 9 months, fellows create partnerships
and networks that will shape the future of community work in Northern
Manhattan. For more information, call Debbie Kruger at 212-983-4800 x122 or
email northernmanttanfellowship at gmail.com. To download the application,
please visit: http://www.thecenteratjcrcny.org/northernmanhattan. *Deadline:
February 13th.*



*Make a Splash: Become an NYC Parks Lifeguard! *The NYC Department of Parks
& Recreation is hiring now for a great summer job. Men and women wanted for
full-time seasonal work at NYC beaches and pools. Must be at least 16 years
of age. Minimum starting salary approx. $13.50/hour. Paid training if
hired. Call 311 or visit www.nyc.gov.



*The Spring 2015 NYPD Citizen's Police Academy Course *shares training and
tactics used by the NYPD, and fosters working relationships with the NYPD.
This is a 14 week (1x/week) training at the Police Academy (235 E. 20th
St., between 2nd & 3rd Avenues) taught by NYPD Instructors. Transportation
will be provided every Tuesday at 5pm from the 34th Precinct to the Academy
and at 9pm from the Academy to the 34th Precinct. The training curriculum
includes Penal Law Procedures, Patrol Guide Procedures, Stop Question and
Frisk, Firearms Simulation Training, Civilian Complain Review Board,
Counterterrorism, and hands-on training. There will be a graduation at One
Police Plaza at the conclusion of the course. Enrollment is limited so
please submit an application as soon as possible. (Call or email Det.
Haydee Pabey; see below.) A name check will be conducted. When approved,
please bring valid ID and a wallet size photo of yourself on the
registration date. Business or casual attire may be worn; no jeans or
sneakers permitted. For more information, contact Detective Haydee Pabey, 34
th Precinct Community Affairs, at 212-927-0576 or
haydee.pabey at nypd.org. *Course
meets Tuesdays beginning March 17th, 6pm – 9pm; mandatory registration on
Wednesday, *March 11*th at 6pm.*



*CCNY Continuing & Professional Studies: Spring 2015 Media Arts &
Production Courses*

·         How to be a Broadway Producer: This course is designed to help
you take a theater project from conception to the Broadway stage. Included
is a comprehensive overview of the business of first class theater on
Broadway, as well as an introduction to the key figures and institutions in
the industry.

·         Entertainment Reporting: This course will teach the techniques of
conducting an effective interview in the broadcasting and print medium.
Students will also analyze and critique interviews done by professionals in
the business. Publicist and reporters will be guest speakers throughout the
class.

·         Audition & Scene Study Workshop: We begin by working on the
actors’ instruments through exercises and relaxation. As students progress,
scenes and monologues will be chosen specific to each actor. In the final
weeks, students will polish scenes for an invited showcase.

·         Behind the Mic: Voice Acting: This course will focus on the
essential elements to become a voice-over artist and help you to discover
your authentic sound that is conducive to your personality. You'll get the
inside scoop on current trends in a fun and supportive workshop environment.

Register NOW to secure your seat! For more information on any of these
courses, c all 212 650-7312, visit www.cps.ccny.edu or stop by Shepard
Hall, room 2 (Convent Ave. near W. 140th St.)



*Get Qualified Quickly for Higher Paying Jobs!* CCNY’s Continuing &
Professional Studies is offering job training certification courses which
will enable you to enter the labor force quickly. Certified graduates
qualify for higher level jobs. Areas of study include construction
management, food service management, security guard officer, paralegal
studies, and community interpreter, as well as many Allied Health
professions (electronic healthcare records specialist, medical billing &
coding, pharmacy technician, certified nursing assistant, certified
clinical or medical admin assistant) as well as adult & pediatric CPR. .
For more information on any of these courses, c all 212 650-7312, visit
www.cps.ccny.edu or stop by Shepard Hall, room 2 (Convent Ave. near W. 140th
St.)







****LOANS, GRANTS, SCHOLARSHIPS, CONTESTS, AWARDS & EXHIBITIONS*** (12
items)*

*Dyckman Institute Scholarships *for WH/I High School students interested
in attending Columbia University. CU encourages all outstanding HS seniors
from WH/I to apply for admission to Columbia College or the FU Foundation
School of Engineering & Applied Sciences. There are over 300
individually-named need-based scholarships available to Columbia students.
One of these, the Dyckman Institute Scholarship, provides financial support
exclusively to students from Washington Heights/Inwood who would not
otherwise be able to afford the full cost of attending Columbia. Last year
18 undergraduate students from WH/I received $739k in need-based
scholarships from Columbia Collage & SEAS. Learn more about CU and the
Dyckman Institute Scholarship by contacting the Undergraduate Admissions
Office at 212-854-2522 or visiting http://undergrad.admissions.columbia.edu/
.



*2015 Uptown ArtStroll Poster Contest *The central theme is “How do we get
uptown?” Take the ___ uptown. (i.e. train, bus, etc.). The image should
include elements of uptown’s diverse arts and cultural scene and must
include “Uptown Arts Stroll” in the design. Artist must be a Washington
Heights-Inwood or West Harlem resident (West 135th – W. 220th Street);
artist may submit only one image for consideration. A panel of
distinguished judges, drawn from the local arts community, will select the
finalists. Consideration will be given to eye-catching original and
unpublished images that reflect the elements identified above. Selected
finalists agree to bring a hard copy of the image (do not include artist’s
name), on foam or paperboard, 24” x 18”, to exhibit at the NoMAA Artists’
Salon on Monday, March 16th at 809 Restaurant, 112 Dyckman Street, where
the winning image will be selected by community vote. Grand Prize winner
will receive a $500 honorarium and exclusive graphic representation
throughout the 2015 Uptown Arts Stroll For details on submission
requirements please email nomaaprog at nomaanyc.org or visit
nomaanyc.org. *Deadline:
Tuesday, February 17th at 5pm.*



*Mellon Scholarship from CUNY’s Dominican Studies Institute *Just in case
you have not seen this amazing opportunity for doctoral candidates,
enclosed, please find information about a new scholarship at the CUNY
Dominican Studies Institute (DSI) at the City College of New York and at
Centro de Estudios Puerorriqueños at Hunter College. For more information,
visit http://www.ccny.cuny.edu/dsi/upload/IUPLRMellon_CallforPapers.pdf
<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?CUNYDominicanStudies/adfb05a171/a941b91e35/1b2e644b96>.
This is a significant step in the life of DSI and for the entire CUNY
family; CCNY’s Communications Office highlighted such an accomplishment in
recent news coverage:
http://www.ccny.cuny.edu/news/dsi-mellon-fellowships.cfm
<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?CUNYDominicanStudies/adfb05a171/a941b91e35/5ce28acbee>.




*Summer Library Travel Research Award *The CUNY Dominican Studies Institute
Library is pleased to announce its first Summer Library Travel Research
Award. This award will enable faculty researchers from colleges and
universities across the globe to take advantage of the unique resources of
the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library collections. The CUNY DSI will
provide three awards of $3,000 to help grantees defray travel and housing
costs in New York City. Awardees are expected to remain in New York City
for at least two weeks and, following their stay, submit a brief (2-3 pp.)
report on how their work at the CUNY DSI Library enriched their research
project and offer suggestions for improvements on the Library’s
collections. Proposed research may be conducted any time between June 1,
2015 and July 30, 2015. Any publications resulting from research undertaken
during the award period should acknowledge CUNY DSI for its support.
Applicants can hail from any college or university in the world, given they
have proper documentation to reside in the U.S. for a month, or hold
permanent residency status or are US citizens. *Application deadline: March
16th*. All applications must be filled electronically. Please send a letter
of intent, a brief library research proposal, a travel budget, and a
CV to: *Prof.
Sarah Aponte, Chief Librarian*, CUNY Dominican Studies Institute:
aponte at ccny.cuny.edu.



*Ready To Lead? *Calling all non-profit, faith, government and community
professionals serving Northern Manhattan! The Northern Manhattan Fellowship
is seeking dynamic, passionate mid-senior level leaders for the 2015 class.
NMF meets twice a month and is designed to enhance development,
fundraising, leadership, coalition building and overall non for profit
management skills! Over the course of 9 months, fellows create partnerships
and networks that will shape the future of community work in Northern
Manhattan. To download the application, please visit:
http://www.thecenteratjcrcny.org/northernmanhattan. For more information,
contact Debbie Kruger: 212-983-4800 x122 /
northernmanhattanfellowship at gmail.com. *Application deadline is Friday,
February 13th.*



*FY 2016 NYC Council Discretionary Funding *applications are now available!
Please note deadlines.

·         *FY 2016 **Expense* funding is allocated to eligible
not-for-profit organizations to fund the programmatic and or operational
expenses of carrying out their scope of service. Please follow this link to
retrieve the application and instructions:
http://council.nyc.gov/html/budget/application.shtml
<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001zNeDv9dNItWC-lczuZa1SISzT6TJAUsN-ncbF7EcytGP3D8HAtHF52EROXB5fqvKOlIR5L0lqfebi0umI26gjIGj71uKh9Si4FHDhoCGjrQwF1J9YIsPOB2wtx4M3MGfkU3RNM-os3SxCt6FZqzszo0BS9Lm0yIvv6R5fCCfNs8rOxnTrGfxONvMlFXOD1AUwcbtBNIuKHIhY_0guBGKnhnD6dOWgS3bEEUTgcdbVWCjNKnfxK_B2GnvCoqYZoxxipZq0R54Hsxi7N7D-bSpSAL8ABX5Ijxa0AbFrgrRttYvqA1pzNc1k43wk7zDLH_iAFPLQqK1m9z3wPr5sw5Za7yPZAFS5A1YKDQPil2bC8LNDtt-2LBR23N8jIsv4DFIGC8E79Y3sqQk7sLi3XO1Za0p4XXCzxyHnoU39UimhCvTblJAyYe2YCdtJPPo5xgf9kAMbF_awHy2H2gGyHDq93qeAk0HgimVepULFhj25FKWyLJChAQYRcywiWRbrA3BFIhH_15Us5-2S4cUoW43MM4Z_SyAV2l5&c=5h32dUI9YRuAEWauAbjiOmiodz1YRTn38B9vhD4oLqo8gZ6ZsamFvA==&ch=95y2eflGzIEj3US3beBme7ELcQzLuFoOwmWhAh53y8eNKDV5sYMGGQ==>.
*Deadline: Friday, **February 20th*

·         *FY 2016 Non-City Capital* is only for non-profit and cultural
organizations interested in applying to the City Council for funding of
Non-City Capital Projects. Please follow this link to retrieve the
applications and instructions:
http://www.nyc.gov/html/capgrants/capgrants.html
<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001zNeDv9dNItWC-lczuZa1SISzT6TJAUsN-ncbF7EcytGP3D8HAtHF52EROXB5fqvKEGEBXozIGQSluDfGx9SYeLGKzzcWtmFdoFVOoFXTKpxBMW2TZzOId2QxvfCPQtqa-baA26xhqFx-3hcWEZQJC47nsCEuuSwF4oB0O2EA4MPhdA52AgHgEcAd_L6kuHltKiFQhk1hRq7CqF8DHQ9CDjzBOdZ8f3ayl5fGDGXRz3P2MqHksmUE4z54mUpeoTYy-HQ0Ixma_nltpB0zjOC8kqP2zEaDxbno4RyHxS8oyJHnSXGj47pIYBOYWBVRimw6t0wOcmr_n1qFTBdt9gfHKvQKo7NKbwrCe1Pvjt-VAPTC-EWpGVctBxJ_KhEfeIrQj-ZE1bgomwSR25TDbvydiDjrk_QqSN51DLAQl_UitB_V8fPpYHmKk8zjsfO6asZFre3NCYH4BDOtD1BK3xHPPIWQ6p48PlJW9G9kNar8-ICmrLLFH2eqQLr8AG9I9Yy2V0eoaTiw_j6VYrIMXhKZng==&c=5h32dUI9YRuAEWauAbjiOmiodz1YRTn38B9vhD4oLqo8gZ6ZsamFvA==&ch=95y2eflGzIEj3US3beBme7ELcQzLuFoOwmWhAh53y8eNKDV5sYMGGQ==>.
*Note: Capital allocations to city agencies (for example, for city-owned
parks and recreation facilities, city streets, branch libraries, CUNY
projects) are not required to submit this application. **Deadline: New York
City Council applications are due by Thursday, **March 26th. (Thursday,
February 26th i**f applying to both the Council and the Manhattan Borough
President.)*

·         *FY 2016 Capital for Schools/ Reso A* for NYC DoE schools: Schools
interested in applying for capital improvements or Reso A grants *do not *need
to fill out the non-city capital application. Schools are asked to contact
Council Members individually and write a proposal letter for projects they
wish to have considered for funding. Send to: Carmen De La Rosa, Chief of
Staff, Office of Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez: cdelarosa at council.nyc
<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001zNeDv9dNItWC-lczuZa1SISzT6TJAUsN-ncbF7EcytGP3D8HAtHF52EROXB5fqvKFjUyj90zG1--_1_3ysETfHCl7_kuU570zkCKwBE4pjfuJ2lv4BFulX96txVOIAFXttfZIheb_T8EWao3XUjJR1VeDtHg34gHK7sQAXXuu0R7seHsMMUTVv9X8bRVaVDU71jUVHIHcrVLERDMATCm1FgZzONEO7gmWDvEyNY2UpKVW4RuUoBWwgI0UAbQZ5D5orBMjUXhTQDaBksXuTzqmW29D9fLtX6K6sWWjlvPuKrBcXGK0wuYJd7qfOB0P_6yI1ZbRQ427iPKHSMrmsu0NCRWQgnO8s-EvkeLYdEOXEbx4NKiEn0clcAZx60YDregVDyQkoSMucx6cUnLKAIHkB0SHB3tX7riNu96hIy_m_jvcm0ajwrZhzZdHVa9KLsnSrC5SLMn1dEt4bo5W5kL8lVkd9N8UxLyVcU5QcgyeSY=&c=5h32dUI9YRuAEWauAbjiOmiodz1YRTn38B9vhD4oLqo8gZ6ZsamFvA==&ch=95y2eflGzIEj3US3beBme7ELcQzLuFoOwmWhAh53y8eNKDV5sYMGGQ==>.
*Deadline: Thursday, **March 26th.*

*Other Sources of Funding:*

·         *Manhattan Delegation*: Please note that in order for groups to
be considered for expense and capital funding through the Manhattan
Delegation, groups must submit the supplemental applications below. The
Manhattan Delegation supplemental applications are accessible online.

·         *Expense Application: *
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13_TsQqSQjSecYEw0MWkRCoYH2nOyglxZUspWcxYMlU0/viewform
<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001zNeDv9dNItWC-lczuZa1SISzT6TJAUsN-ncbF7EcytGP3D8HAtHF52EROXB5fqvK68ubGgWCmJ8CcefNsnd3Q8ECNC3iXCJ-BT7DdOLBM933vYnBEOCFBj8jj1YKjkIYbiUE5hgrAt8JArUJ-ix0GXOQ2-IBvEEV_Sj-qtreUqgnH5bvqTUpraVCCHvGuGc8zGd2WnGeJiPAtBZ_FPMy_J9KfQ2e-gLB-b9Utg1PBp9444aoJ4jGhovK1wTKpDTu5hENcYRNlrkCxJ6ezvyL4zkEtio2yUcJyxeiR7O5WQLoCy65OWFo8EJlvqyhzBLT-LVRi0q70fLRw01BVUI1KIZiqOfPP8J67-ZBDS85LSF_M6iw79Qme5tHTAR_Epinr5Dn4uBpNJaNmF8pBdcohF0DX1DzXsXrkjpzpOmlm62eTdLpNCkGXl84WLT-jaR_Q5nlmUYDybNa5UlQ1IDXrmB47kYGzpaDUoSz9C68PM64b2DLE8CjNdH2UEFGITiCj-lZLxNOM1qo1WK3eaQ_35xgo5aB-yaKV0Ex00tb-U9x2skv-bh2jLvNsVHfXKwhLV2tXFzCtlliyg3VrsOvsg==&c=5h32dUI9YRuAEWauAbjiOmiodz1YRTn38B9vhD4oLqo8gZ6ZsamFvA==&ch=95y2eflGzIEj3US3beBme7ELcQzLuFoOwmWhAh53y8eNKDV5sYMGGQ==>.
*Deadline: Friday, **February 20th at 5pm.*

·         *City Capital Application*:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Su-qfvC6VKHqHc9uotQz5DrAoOKcv4UigL8Eo8TFOno/viewform
<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001zNeDv9dNItWC-lczuZa1SISzT6TJAUsN-ncbF7EcytGP3D8HAtHF52EROXB5fqvK2JMtqtb3sxpWGzRNjTEDYnbV1k06SWJDGsEEV3A6sXCkU7G8qXk4dUDrwYHMZ7tqtMssooOLHx1g0zunLV67xZqrsnaUk18bbndqjHZSWMhrkouon6gY_cQeJqDpSdeyMUK4D0T9zgAtWih9sduOhAsQ0POhOcyvD6W05B_yn4ySgZ2Bs7EZb3rHjipGEawqP3FwDQP2ml2fhFmycWgXq5HfUb-VfeePS8Glr7KXDnmdR2JFqt_5se4HoKgsFlKQATW-CudAqGLo5IQaBH-E6sHUFR722ul7rZYsgZDlGIERGHfLrK-EMgTI6Ca3l9ybPO4dwzzJt_D9_Z87lGYjYGwJEhx0xTrd5BtWYWTgBQ0gIpRpBFQZ47htdztEU9Qv_1Zhjd5zctQiMN3s7Zh0PiKTi-7XMBKvH7sIBJ1h6Een3Nju_Hl6WXskF88iVkX6D-0X-SIm2il_Tm0GVqnYez-j680rV15HvI8MOGCayIxly_irjZSqLIfLE5nQF2SFWz-mbAxrqzjESAHyV47BVw==&c=5h32dUI9YRuAEWauAbjiOmiodz1YRTn38B9vhD4oLqo8gZ6ZsamFvA==&ch=95y2eflGzIEj3US3beBme7ELcQzLuFoOwmWhAh53y8eNKDV5sYMGGQ==>.
*Deadline: Thursday, **March 26th at 5pm (Thursday, February 26th at 5pm if
also **applying to Manhattan Borough President.)*

·         *Department of Cultural Affairs/ Community Development Fund*:
Cultural organizations who want to be considered for funding through CASA
or any Cultural Initiatives through Department of Cultural Affairs
*must *submit
an application to the Cultural Development Fund in order to be able to
receive Council funds through DCLA as a contracting agency. Please follow
this link to retrieve the application and instructions:
http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcla/html/funding/cdf.shtml
<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001zNeDv9dNItWC-lczuZa1SISzT6TJAUsN-ncbF7EcytGP3D8HAtHF52EROXB5fqvKxy4eegKr4pf87vwh_MDtn6AWENh1pskN_qFgwzQSNSpk0AMafRa3O-zkukj9nGSY4d82gngK01xLhGYg-RPQLNXwhRVe1byTYCHUMW8CztuwvjPlpg3oWqxSmq1d5TJ4q37oZPi5DjhlIwwjIMh8rUJ0-btHgoZpkFdFjlqRC0euUI1b6QaUZgqWOTEdefS5OORoDSL7NVAjfmzyMj03y7I7U2kqtkdYp-ho9N60NyI_bB3WqdS1IT59H1BxNMu5k234Ow0P_idzkD8mXvjvwfOZJzS06oF_R8fKbjtvwOzNzLq6tXKh0SOvV9lfvVj1ovQWxg7sZxQGEKBRP_wQFRv-KOtddh_olZHvUDnEqFc0fyqPakGX7kWPE7bsxoSIIKCHLSuKqQBL6UsHV7V-UeKLgDn3m8QvFwXvPh74RnuEwuxmUlS5Hx6nKYffVhj14P8ZHjFhqTsBxHkVpAB1kySCKMgPX9_2f7b4zQ1GTvI=&c=5h32dUI9YRuAEWauAbjiOmiodz1YRTn38B9vhD4oLqo8gZ6ZsamFvA==&ch=95y2eflGzIEj3US3beBme7ELcQzLuFoOwmWhAh53y8eNKDV5sYMGGQ==>.
*Deadline: Monday, **February 9th.*



If you have additional questions or concerns please contact to Carmen De la
Rosa, Chief of Staff to Councilmember Ydanis Rodriguez (212-788-7053 /
cdelarosa at council.nyc.gov
<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001zNeDv9dNItWC-lczuZa1SISzT6TJAUsN-ncbF7EcytGP3D8HAtHF52EROXB5fqvKYCT2p7tp7SMlSOhvFP1Vc5pSeBjG0c082rCr6qRKNNorPSJZb3hFyofqAMTPgKvUYblOTd8W3dVf12SSWp_qoD6HQI3a0XbxPWpv3tCpSgp51yncfWk8AwnhYF99qa042PtUWXTA6CqoBxA08hMVhI2Irj8tkrywLivB-pPnNd3Pm6zOWsH-AryF3yZkhrAWVk7HplFWhr1WM_HD7jrPTgN6FQFcMGhegXp1AKBHAAli-a7Re9mylUV7MMeD-xgqHQw2ZuFOMDImHwIBETn_j13qKG_R63Dlg9fBVZVvTlZlDwiD2dSkjdNEkarZ0bCGomRf-cB-kexEHo3eSMZLArqcYaMnxXGwhCZ5BPw86StY4E4xaC1zlghNVCOdA5wgTdGaEkbwdMOHi3x7KwxUWdIqimc3okP38XAfQbPaeBY=&c=5h32dUI9YRuAEWauAbjiOmiodz1YRTn38B9vhD4oLqo8gZ6ZsamFvA==&ch=95y2eflGzIEj3US3beBme7ELcQzLuFoOwmWhAh53y8eNKDV5sYMGGQ==>.
or Amy Slattery, Legislative & Budget Director (aslattery at council.nyc.gov /
212-788-7007).



*MBPO Capital Grant Program *The Manhattan Borough President’s Office is
pleased to announce that applications for Fiscal Year 2016 capital grants
are now available. If you are applying for capital funding, it is highly
recommended that you meet with the MBPO budget staff to discuss your
project before applying. If you have not yet scheduled a meeting, please
email budget at manhattanbp.nyc.gov. Please note that applications to the
Borough President are due *Thursday, February 26th at 5pm*. Applications
received after that time will not be considered for funding. If you have
questions regarding our capital grant process contact Sam Levine, First
Deputy Director of Budget (slevine at manhattanbp.nyc.gov / 212-669-4814) or
Luisa Gonzalez, Deputy Director of Budget (lgonzalez at manhattanbp.nyc.gov /
212-669-2969).



*4th Thespis Theater Festival/Competition – 2015 *All Genres of shows are
welcome. If your show has already had a run (in theaters or in other
festivals) you can still participate, but only with a completely new cast
and crew. This is a long festival (12 weeks) that allows all shows prime
performance times, the opportunity for all cast and crew members to attend
every show in the festival for free; special professional guidance for
playwrights staging their first show to help them make their performance a
success; knowledgeable staff; a professional lighting (42 lights) and sound
system; a free tutorial on how to use the projections system and expert
technical guidance. All plays get a five-hour tech rehearsal, free box
office management/venue handling during performances, storage for your
props and set pieces during the length of your run, free use of props and
set pieces owned by the theater (an incredible collection- not just chairs
and rehearsal blocks, but real furniture), and an extremely low
participation fee. There’s a piano available to all during
rehearsals/performances , and a wonderful Award Ceremony at the end of the
festival. NO FEES REQUIRED TO SUBMIT YOUR PLAY. Prizes for Best Play
($3,500); Best Actor / Actress  / Director ($500 each); Best Original Play
($200). For more information on how to submit, visit
thespisnytheaterfestival.com. Festival runs from June 15th - August 31st;
*s**ubmissions due by June 1st.*



*Call for Women Artists! *The Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance (NoMAA)
invites artists to submit their work for *Women in the Heights: The Human
Essence,* an exhibition featuring works by women artists of Northern
Manhattan. No fee! Exhibition dates: March 10 - April 14, 2015, at the
NoMAA Gallery. Eligibility: women artists residing in the Manhattan
communities of El Barrio, Harlem, Inwood & Washington Heights. Guidelines
and information available at
http://www.nomaanyc.org/2015/01/call-for-women-artists-women-in-the-heights-the-human-essence/.
*Submission deadline **EXTENDED** to Tuesday, February 10th at 5pm.*



*Call for Art (Ongoing): Tribute to the Disappeared*: an art project in
homage to victims of violence and injustice around the globe. We have
images from over 200 international artists and we invite everyone to
participate in this important project by sending images on the theme,
"Tribute to the Disappeared," and related themes, such as solidarity,
peace/war, human rights, loss and hope, etc. New and existing images
welcome, literary works up to 200 words. Preferred Image format: 8x8"
300dpi, jpg (max file size 2MB). Artists will allow the use of their images
in the context of the project, but keep the copyright and original art.
Please email images to: tributenow at gmail.com. (Please include artwork
information, such as artist's name, title, date, media and size. Feel free
to send a one-paragraph bio and a link to your website.) For more
info: https://www.facebook.com/tributetothedisappeared
/ <https://www.facebook.com/tributetothedisappeared%20/>
https://www.facebook.com/events/775870205813395/?ref=22. *Deadline:
Ongoing.*



*Clare Weiss Emerging Artist Award *We are excited to announce that the
2015 award will be taking place at Court Square Park in Long Island City,
Queens! The $10,000 award is granted to one emerging artist who submits the
most compelling proposal for an outdoor sculpture in Court Square. The
location changes annually and is determined based on the site’s visibility
and proximity within a neighborhood underserved by public art. For more
information including RFP and application procedure, visit:
http://www.nycgovparks.org/art-and-antiquities/clare-weiss-award. *The
deadline for applications is March 22nd.*



*Inwood Film Festival *Announcing the first annual Inwood Film Festival!
Sponsored by the Indian Road Cafe, and funded in part by private donations,
the IFF is designed as a chance to showcase the sights, sounds, people and
talents of Inwood! The festival dates will be in February, 2016. Submission
is free by mail, with a nominal fee for online submissions. We are focusing
on films SHOT BY Inwood residents or SHOT IN Inwood. Got an iPhone? Got a
DSLR? Got a video camera? Got some old home movies? Make a movie!!
Competition for 5-minute-max short-short films, and a non-juried exhibition
of films under 25 minutes. Prizes, awards, and celebrity guest judges!
Check out the details at www.inwoodfilmfestival.nyc
<http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.inwoodfilmfestival.nyc%2F&h=TAQGXZSSt&enc=AZMHgDcqlQV_wYCDBUBQn9owbkQtIZgRZcts9qlVMExs5bz04atCoLDzmxawxsvzbZHpimuq1RZECpO2kzrNOYIOtiw1e7iQQ5fIbRwJFtJey_qFLkm52WOT2AEWh2buy6WRMEXFxNYex7h7SSSl4S4k&s=1>







****HEALTH, RECREATION & FITNESS*** (6 items)*

*Do you or your family need health insurance? *In-person assistance in
English and Spanish for Medicaid, Child Health Plus, and NYC Qualified
plans. At the Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance (NoMAA), 178 Bennett
Ave. 3rd floor.
For more information, call 212-233-8955 ext.127. *Every Tuesday, 1pm - 6pm.*



*YOGA at "Manhattan's Oldest House" RESUMES ITS REGULAR SCHEDULE:* Vinyasa
Flow Yoga on Thursdays; Gentle Flow Yoga on Sundays. At the Morris-Jumel
Mansion, Jumel Terrace between W. 160th & W. 162nd Streets, one block east
of St. Nicholas Ave. Classes are $5; mats are free to borrow. *Thursdays &
Sundays, 1pm – 2pm. *(Please arrive 10 minutes early.)



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

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

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

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

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

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

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



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



*Free Zumba Classes *There will be Free Zumba classes for all Northern
Manhattan residents in IS 52 on *Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays from
6-7pm. *



*Hudson Cliffs Baseball League! *Registration is now OPEN This is a
wonderful community-based parent run league organized through the YM-YWHA
in Washington Heights, for all kids aged 3-12. Season begins on April 12th and
runs through June 21st. All games and practices will be on Sunday mornings
at Dyckman Fields. For the registration form and additional information,
please visit:
http://ywashhts.org/sites/ywashhts.org/files/HCBL%202015%20Registration%20Form%20YM%20YWHA.pdf.








****PROTECT THE PALISADES UPDATE*** (1 item)*

Teaneck, one of the largest towns in Bergen County, recently passed a
resolution urging LG to lower the height of its North American headquarters
to protect the Palisades. This is the first resolution passed in 2015. The
resolution, entitled “ENCOURAGE PROTECTION OF NEW JERSEY PALISADES
VIEWSHED”, includes the following language: “BE IT RESOLVED by the Township
Council of the Township of Teaneck, County of Bergen, State of New Jersey
that it opposes the height of the LG USA Headquarters building, as
currently planned, and strongly urges the management of LG USA, Inc. to
lower the proposed height of the building to below the tree line in order
to preserve the scenic beauty of the Palisades.” Kudos and thanks to
Alpine, NJ Mayor Paul Tomasko, who has played a big role in getting so many
resolutions passed.







****GENERAL INFORMATION, ONGOING EVENTS & NEWS-YOU-CAN-USE*** (11 items)*

*Mandatory Electronics Recycling *Effective January 1st, certain electronic
equipment (such as computers, televisions, phones) will be banned from
disposal, and there will be no more curbside recycling. Recycling
electronics keeps potentially harmful materials out of the waste stream and
the environment. There are many free places to drop off your old
electronics for recycling, and if you live in a building with more than 10
units, you may be eligible for a free recycling container in your basement.
Learn more here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RFhFk_sbKZA&feature=youtu.be.



*Changes to the Senior Citizen & Disabled Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE /
DRIE) *We recently changed the law to raise the SCRIE/DRIE household income
cap to $50,000. For assistance qualifying for SCRIE/DRIE or to RSVP to
attend a workshop later this spring, call Sen. Espaillat’s office:
212-544-0173. You qualify for SCRIE or DRIE if you:

·         Are at least 62 years old or receive SSI, SSDI, a VA disability
pension or compensation, or disability related Medicaid if you’ve received
SSI or SSDI in the past

·         Have a total annual household income of $50,000 or less

·         Pay more than one-third of the household’s total monthly income
for rent

·         Live in a rent-controlled, rent-stabilized or Mitchell-Lama
apartment, a Redevelopment Company development, HDFC or federally-assisted
co-op

·         Do not live in NYCHA, Section 8 or similar housing



What you should bring in order to apply:

·         Proof of your date of birth (driver’s license, birth certificate,
passport, government ID, etc.)

·         Proof of income for yourself and all household members for 2013,
including any W-2 forms, 1099 forms, pension or SSI/SSDI statements, etc.

·         Your prior and current lease, signed by both you and your
landlord. If you are a rent-controlled tenant without a lease, bring a
Notice of Maximum Collectible Rent, and Certification of Fuel Cost
Adjustment for 2013

·         Any notices of Major Capital Improvement charges you received in
the past 2 years

·         A tax statement, if you filed taxes for 2013



*Lincoln Center’s Passport to the Arts* program invites children with
disabilities and their families to attend performances at Lincoln Center.
The performances are designed for family audiences and are inclusive
programs.  The Passport Program offers tickets at no cost, supports
families by sending visual schedules, music samples and activities ahead of
time and facilitates seating requests and accommodations. This spring, our
programs will include the *N*ew York City Ballet’s Family Saturday
performance, the New York Philharmonic’s Young People’s Concert, the
Chamber Music Society’s Meet the Music program, and Jazz at Lincoln
Center’s Jazz for Young People. If you are interested in participating this
spring, please Miranda Appelbaum at access at lincolncenter.org for an
application. Ticket requests are filled on a first-come, first-served
basis.



*Looking For Something To Do? Apply For GLU! *GLU is a service -learning
program for youth in the NYC area. GLU's goal is to empower youth in the
community to be compassionate, confident and involved in the community .
Service sites are in Washington Heights and Inwood. To apply for GLU please
visit www.centroaltagracia.org
<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GGYvXZkE2eA1zOMYiDUMEDbPjVEbW6NDsRwQBa8r0EmeX5G1YPCVWURusxeGau2R1As0AGNYB_ssOz33C8OmkJhvBF0j4_lZX1UIjiAgHK-mI8DvwIUIRsb0Z7ZaRqanyRY7JYvLhUZKdpUGynRJJjMTvOPyC2cYpYt2d-COTwY4cbyvr0OqQc2acjE6gWMnu9X5r8aG5N5Ri03s-YafPfbPmuupXOQboGE4WaluJJh8MkoJzg41TH4VZuyeangMxVWM-hF3bT7OE8Z6__7HmViGsQ2Yr4bcfRJPbjYvoWBfEVvA0OLA5xQ_zo3HMPLZclntSFRM9_s=&c=1kknWAnDdCWjQ0Bdp9HAe4MDwsHX5EonPb8iWFQHkGmtWq_sS-RpLw==&ch=aJjNVC58JJSiNEDum5X9gZOeD05QdLJITmkSovXhg0aK9UegL9wqMg==>
.



*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.)



*January at The Armory *For more information on any of our programs please
contact Glennis Aquino, Community Liaison: gaquino at armorytrack.com or
212-923-1803 x7010. The Armory is located at 216 Fort Washington Ave., at
W. 168th St.



*1)      **CityTrack for Kids (Grades 3-8)*

·         Track & field activities for school groups / Mon & Wed from
3:30pm – 5pm

·         For more info visit CityTrack.org



*2)      **PAL/Armory Middle School Academic Program *

·         Grades 6 & 7

·         High school preparation

·         Math and English instruction

·         Character building exercises

·         For more info email Alberto Aquino: alberto at armorytrack.com



*3)      **5 Borough High School Track & Field Meets*

·         We encourage all schools to join our outstanding track and field
program

·         Over 100 indoor meets from December – March

·         See our full schedule at ArmoryTrack.com



*4)      **Adult & Senior Track & Field Training*

·         Indoor track & field training

·         Mon – Thurs from 10am – 3pm and Thurs from 6:30pm – 9:30pm

·         Open to public Dec – April 17

·         For more info visit armorytrack.com



*5)      **SUNY ATTAIN Lab*

·         Offers over 32 occupational, academic and self-development
courses

·         GED prep, computer certifications, ESL, job search preparation

·         For more info contact Joseph Contreras:  (212) 923-1803 x7038 or
jconteras at armorytrack.com



*Easier-to-Access Services for Older Adults *The YM & YWHA of Washington
Heights and Inwood (WHIY) has collaborated with the Riverdale YM-YWHA, the
Jewish Community Council of Washington Heights and Inwood, and the Hebrew
Home at Riverdale to form a unique partnership called *The Hudson Community
Project: Safe at Home.* It combines our agencies’ resources, expands the
geographic scope of our services-and streamlines the way we provide them.
The result – older adults can receive a more comprehensive selection of
services aimed at helping you maintain your independence and make living at
home more comfortable and secure. Some of our services include: case
management, housing advocacy, kosher food pantry and meals, social adult
day care, in-home support, health maintenance, rehabilitation,
transportation. For more information, please contact Sarah Leiner, MSW at
212-569-6200 x233.



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

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

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

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



*Free Tax Preparation Assistance *It’s tax time: go get your refund! The
New York Public Library can help. You can prepare and file your tax return
electronically with some help from a tax assistant...all for free. To
participate in this free program, you must: earn less than $60,000 (per tax
return); have a valid e-mail address and basic computer skills; bring all
necessary documentation and information. For more information on
participating libraries and the information you’ll need to file your taxes,
go to http://www.nypl.org/taxhelp or call 311 and ask for free tax
preparation assistance. At the Inwood Branch Library, 4790 Broadway near
Dyckman St. *Wednesdays, 11am – 1pm; Fridays & Saturdays, 10am – 1pm,
through April 15th.*



*More Free Tax Preparation Assistance *provided by the Food Bank for NYC
and the Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC) for single adults
making $20,000 or less and adults w/ children making $52,000 or less. Bring
your Social Security card or Tax ID number for all family members, W-2s for
all jobs you held in 2014 & any other tax-related documents, and a sample
check or deposit slip with routing number and account number if you want
direct deposit of your refund. Note: you also may qualify for the Earned
Income Tax Credit! At NMIC’s Offices, 45 Wadsworth Ave. (between W. 175th &
W. 176th Sts.), 1st fl. For more information, call (212) 212-822-8300 or
visit www.nmic.org. Tuesday –Thursday, noon - 7pm and Saturdays, 9am -
5pm, *through
April 15th. *



*Fund for Jewish Child Survivors *A new fund has been negotiated by the
Claims Conference with the German government to provide reparations
exclusively to Jewish Child Survivors of the Holocaust. Survivors who were
born January 1, 1928 or later, and were in concentration camps, ghettos, or
for at least 6 months under Nazi occupation in hiding or under false
identity, will be eligible to receive a one-time payment of approx. $2,500.
This fund became operational on January 1, 2015. Many Survivors will
receive the application in the mail. If you have not received an
application in the mail by the end of January, and you believe you are
eligible, please contact The Jewish Community Council of Washington Heights
at 212-568-5450.









--------

Elizabeth Lorris Ritter

Community Liaison

State Senator Adriano Espaillat, 31st SD

5030 Broadway, Suite 701 NYC 10034

(212) 544-0173 (ph)

(212) 544-0256 (fx)
-------------- next part --------------
An HTML attachment was scrubbed...
URL: <https://pairlist8.pair.net/mailman/private/bwdupdates/attachments/20150205/370eacde/attachment-0001.html>
-------------- next part --------------
A non-text attachment was scrubbed...
Name: image.png
Type: image/png
Size: 125309 bytes
Desc: not available
URL: <https://pairlist8.pair.net/mailman/private/bwdupdates/attachments/20150205/370eacde/attachment-0001.png>