Archive for June, 2015

The New York Public Library To Distribute 15,000 Literacy Kits To Families In High-Needs Areas

The New York Public Library To Distribute 15,000 Literacy Kits To Families In High-Needs Areas

Kits with both English and Spanish materials — including an original children’s board book featuring the iconic library lions — will be given to families at 10 NYPL locations   JUNE 4, 2015 —  The New York Public Library is […]

SENATOR KLEIN & COUNCILMAN COHEN TO CELEBRATE RIVERDALE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE GRAND OPENING

State & City funds secured by Klein and Cohen provided essential upgrades to new facility RIVERDALE, NY – State Senator Jeff Klein (D-Bronx/Westchester), Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz (D-Bronx), Council Member Andrew Cohen (D-Bronx), civic leaders and local community members will celebrate […]

by · June 5, 2015 · Bulletin Board
BP Diaz & BRONX JEWISH HISTORICAL INITIATIVE  LAUNCH NEW WEBSITE & HALL OF FAME

BP Diaz & BRONX JEWISH HISTORICAL INITIATIVE LAUNCH NEW WEBSITE & HALL OF FAME

On Tuesday, June 2, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and the Bronx Jewish Historical Initiative co-hosted an event launching the initiative’s new website and celebrating the induction of the inaugural class of the “Bronx Jewish Hall of Fame.”   […]

by · June 5, 2015 · Bulletin Board
Community Meeting with Assemblyman Blake

Community Meeting with Assemblyman Blake

by · June 5, 2015 · Bulletin Board
Free Tour SATURDAY, JUNE 6th, 12 NOON Bronx River Alliance

Free Tour SATURDAY, JUNE 6th, 12 NOON Bronx River Alliance

BRONX RIVER RAMBLE COWBOYS AND ALEWIVES SATURDAY, JUNE 6th, 12 NOON At the Bronx River Festival River Park, East 180th Street and Boston Road At this year’s Bronx River Festival “Hello Herring” we’re celebrating the new Fish Passage at the […]

by · June 4, 2015 · Bulletin Board, History

Free Lecture on The Lenape Indians – St. Paul’s Church Thursday 7:00 PM June 4th

Saint Paul’s Church National Historic SiteNew York Location: 897 S. Columbus Av., Mt. Vernon, NY Thursday  June 4th     Time: 7:00 PMContact Name: David OsbornContact Phone Number: 914-667-4116 Fee Information: FREE Dr. David Oestreicher, an author and anthropologist, will explore the Lenape Indians, the […]

by · June 4, 2015 · Bulletin Board
New York Public Library Kicks off Summer Reading Program at Mott Haven Branch with Neighborhood Block Party

New York Public Library Kicks off Summer Reading Program at Mott Haven Branch with Neighborhood Block Party

Celebration launches annual program to combat “Summer Slide”; selected readers to be honored at Yankee Stadium in August The New York Public Library’s annual Summer Reading competition kicks off at 10 a.m. on June 4 with a day-long community block […]

Volunteering: Jun 4, 2015 – Jun 9, 2015

Volunteering: Jun 4, 2015 – Jun 9, 2015

nyc.gov/parks Connect with NYC Parks Volunteering: Jun 3, 2015 – Jun 9, 2015 Citywide Highlights Marine Park Salt Marsh Restoration Sections of the salt marsh were damaged during the winter. Find out how you can help us replant and protect […]

by · June 4, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Parks

Cuomo plans rent control rally – UPDATED

According a report in Capital New York, Governor Andrew Cuomo is planning a rally in support of tougher rent regulations, with aides reaching out to officials about attending the event even as tenant groups question his commitment to the issue. […]

by · June 4, 2015 · Government, Housing
Join Us for Fordham Fever Fridays 2015: Spa & Wellness Day  Walk in. Float out.

Join Us for Fordham Fever Fridays 2015: Spa & Wellness Day Walk in. Float out.

Fordham Road BID continues its outdoor programming every first Friday of the month @ Muller Park & Plaza   On June 5, 2015 (Bronx, NY) – The Fordham Road Business Improvement District (BID) continues its Fordham Fever Friday’s series on […]

by · June 3, 2015 · Bulletin Board

BP DIAZ HOSTS HOUSING & ENERGY FORUM

Today, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. will host a presentation and information session on “The Bronx Clean Energy and Housing Initiative.”   The program, which is being spearheaded by Borough President Diaz, endeavors to partner government funding with private […]

by · June 3, 2015 · Bulletin Board

Gov Cuomo visits Greene Correctional Facility

Gov. Andrew Cuomo toured the disciplinary housing unit at Greene Correctional Facility in Coxsackie on Thursday morning accompanied by some personal staff including bodyguards, as well as Acting Corrections Commissioner Anthony Annucci and prison Superintendent Brandon Smith. He asked a […]

by · June 2, 2015 · News
VACCA AND TLC ANNOUNCE “BLACK BOX” TECHNOLOGY PILOT

VACCA AND TLC ANNOUNCE “BLACK BOX” TECHNOLOGY PILOT

New Taxi Safety Technology Being Tested New York, NY – Today, June 2, at 11:00 a.m., Council Member James Vacca, Chair of the New York City Council Committee on Technology, jointly announced with the Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) the […]

by · June 2, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Technology

BP Diaz & BRONX JEWISH HISTORICAL INITIATIVE TO LAUNCH NEW WEBSITE & HALL OF FAME

Today, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and the Bronx Jewish Historical Initiative will co-host an event launching the initiative’s new website and celebrating the induction of the inaugural class of the “Bronx Jewish Hall of Fame.”   Inductees present […]

by · June 2, 2015 · Bulletin Board
SENATOR KLEIN HOSTS FIRST ANNUAL BRONX JEWISH AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION

SENATOR KLEIN HOSTS FIRST ANNUAL BRONX JEWISH AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION

Klein honors community leaders for outstanding contributions to The Bronx and beyond   BRONX, NY – In celebration of more than 350 years of Jewish contributions to American history, society and culture, State Senator Jeff Klein (D-Bronx/Westchester), joined by Bronx […]

by · June 2, 2015 · Bulletin Board