Archive for February, 2015
New exhibit about Colonial political intrigue & Black History Event: February FREE at St. Paul’s Historic Site
St. Paul’s Church National Historic Site 897 South Columbus Avenue, Mt. Vernon, NY 914-667-4116 www.nps.gov/sapa Special free Programs in February 2015 Wed., Feb. 4, 1 PM Our lunchtime series features a vocal performance of 20th century popular music, from Sarah […]
2015 Survey of NYC Veterans Policy Priorities
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/nycvets2015
2014 was a year of incredible progress
Today, Mayor Bill de Blasio will deliver his State of Our City address. In his speech, the mayor will lay out how we’re all going to work together to move our city forward in 2015. First, though, let’s take a […]
Statement by Comptroller Stringer on Bronx Defenders
The Bronx Defenders role in the filming of an offensive video—with lyrics calling for the killing of police officers—was a deplorable violation of its mission and responsibilities to New York City taxpayers. According to DOI, the organization, which receives $20 […]
STATEMENT FROM SENATOR JEFF KLEIN ON ELECTION OF CARL HEASTIE AS SPEAKER OF THE NEW YORK STATE ASSEMBLY
“I offer my sincerest congratulations to Assemblyman Carl Heastie as he takes on his new role as Speaker. In the years I’ve had the pleasure of knowing now Speaker Heastie I’ve always been impressed by his ability to bring people together and build coalitions. This smooth […]
STATEMENT FROM COUNCIL MEMBER ANDY KING ON ELECTION OF ASSEMBLY MEMBER CARL HEASTIE TO SPEAKER OF THE STATE ASSEMBLY
“I am elated to learn that my brother Carl Heastie was chosen as speaker by the membership of the New York State Assembly. His leadership style offers an inclusionary vision that will be admired both upstate and downstate as the […]
Assemblywoman Joyner Offers Support for Heastie as Assembly Speaker
In recent days I have joined my colleagues in spending countless hours grappling with important decisions about the future of the New York State Assembly and the people we serve throughout the Empire State. As we prepare to embark on […]
Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library Events – February 2015
Some highlights: * Homework Help – Starting in February, homework help is now available for students in grades 1-7 twice a week. Pre-registration is required. Every Monday and Wednesday at 3:30 pm. * Cuentalo En Espanol (Bilingual Story Hour) – Songs, […]
SUV – 6 Month Update
We welcome you to join us on Wednesday February 4, 2015 at 7:30pm as we review the significant progress SUV Stand Up to Violence has made in its first 6-months of operation. This is a great opportunity to learn more […]
BronxTalk 2/2/15
Here’s a link to last night’s BronxTalk that featured phone calls from Albany to analyze the ascension of Bronx Assemblyman Carl Heastie to Assembly Speaker. Host Gary Axelbank interviewed Gotham Gazette’s David King and assembly members Jeff Dinowitz, Victor PIchardo, […]
Senior Affordability Survey
On Behalf of Senator Jeff Klein And the Independent Democratic Conference We want to get your opinion on how New York should help seniors like you! Addressing the high costs of living in New York State Senior citizens (65+) affordability […]
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