10/17/13 Dear Neighbor, There are almost 50 events in this edition, and this isnt even a comprehensive listing

of the volunteers opportunities, conferences, cultural events, and more throughout the district. (Apologies for any omissions, but an unplanned computer re-boot deleted several items.) Please note in particular two more informational meetings sponsored by Sen. Espaillat and his colleagues in rd th government on the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) on the evenings of Wednesday, October 23 & 30 , rd another flu vaccination clinic on October 23 , as well as a variety of community events, meetings and th opportunities. We will also be tabling at IS 52s Health & Wellness Fair on October 26 to share important health care information. Scroll down for information about things happening: Tonight, tomorrow & this weekend (16 items) **includes Its My Park events throughout the District** Next week (12 items) Next weekend (8 items) End-of-October/Early-November (6 items) th News, information, opportunities & ongoing events (7 items) including 215 St. step-street update, CU football tickets, and important information on a missing teen. Feel free to share this e-mail with friends/neighbors. If you know someone whod like to subscribe, have t hem email Liz Ritter at elritter@adrianoespaillat.org with their ZIP code.

***TONIGHT, TOMORROW & THIS WEEKEND*** (16 items) Delving into Fort Tryon Parks Past with Sidney Horenstein: Join Sidney Horenstein, geologist and Educator Emeritus at the American Museum of Natural History, as he leads his geology, history, and natural history walk through Fort Tryon Park. Stroll through the park with Sid and discover its historical features, still visible today, as well as its outstanding rock exposures and trees. This program is generously supported by the Greenacre th Foundation and the Fort Tryon Park Trust. Thursday, October 17 , 5:30pm-7:30pm. Meet at the Margaret Corbin Circle Entrance to Fort Tryon Park Exhibition Opening at the Morris-Jumel Mansion: Unpacked Join us for the opening of the Mansions latest collaboration with The Historic House Trusts Contemporary Art Partnerships. For this exhibition, New York -based artist Peter J. Hoffmeister views the Mansion as an artifact, and a silent witness to the founding of the United States. Drawing on the history of the Mansion, the personal experiences of its inhabitants, American history, and current events, Hoffmeister has created site-specific installations for the Mansions period rooms. These works utilize historical texts, maps, architecture, and found imagery, creating an experience that traces the histories of social phenomena and ideologies into the present. This approach, drawing direct connection between past and th nd present, makes Hoffmeisters work uniquely suited to Morris-Jumel. (W. 160 & W. 162 Streets just east of St. th Nicholas Avenue.) The event is FREE but advanced registration is required. Thursday, October 17 , 6pm-9pm. Homeownership Education Series: Harlem Community Development Corporation (HDCD) and Chase Bank invite you to their homeownership seminars. The series will present an understanding of homeownership as part of a broader financial planning strategy, including home purchase, and the steps involved in qualifying for a mortgage. th Seating is limited to 30 people; please RSVP at 212- 961-4100. Tonight, (Thursday October 17 ) and Thursday th th November 7 from 6pm to 8:30pm at the HDCD Office on the 17 Floor of the Adam Clayton Powell Jr. State th Office Building, 163 W. 125 Street. (Note: you must present identification to enter the building.)

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Honoring our Fallen Heroes: We remember the 25 anniversary of the death of Police Officers Michael Buczek and Christopher Hoban, killed in the line of duty on October 18, 1988. There will be a commemorative event beginning th at the Buczek School (PS 48, 4380 Broadway at W. 184 Street) and proceeding to St. Elizabeths Church at 268 th Wadsworth Ave., for a ceremonial mass. Friday, October 18 . All are welcome; no RSVP required. Education Conference for Parents: Come join the UFTs Manhattan borough office for a Borough -wide Parent conference. Three sessions of workshops on many topics, including cyber-bullying & internet safety, literacy, parent empowerment, getting ready for kindergarten, choosing the right high school, health care basics, special needs, strategies for homework help, how to pay for college, and much, much more. The conference, including th breakfast and lunch is FREE and open to all, but you must pre-register by Monday, October 7 . Translation in th nd Spanish & Chinese will be available. Saturday, October 19 , 8:30am-3:30pm, at 52 Broadway, 2 floor. For more information, call 212-701-9464 or e-mail fstreich@uft.org. NOTE: The conference is for adults only; no children please. It's My Park Day in Isham Park: Please come out to plant bulbs for spring on It's My Park Day in Isham Park along th Park Terrace West between Isham & W. 215 Streets. Please wear a long sleeved shirt and long pants, work shoes, th and a brimmed hat. Gloves, bags, and tools will be available. Saturday, October 19 , 9am-noon. Email volunteersforishampark@gmail.com for more information. "It's My Parks Day" in Inwood Hill Park Join Inwoof's volunteers in sprucing up Homer's Run at this city-wide event sponsored by Partnerships for Parks. Tasks include picking up debris, moving back gravel, and planting flowers. Enter the park at the intersection of Isham Street & Seaman Avenue; the run is just beyond the flagpole. Saturday, th October 19 , 10am-noon. More information at www.inwoof.com/events Sale & Clean-up in Duarte Square sponsored by the Washington Heights Gardening Crew. In addition to selling gently used Items to support the Square, the Gardening Crew will be doing some sprucing up of the plantings in the Square and nearby tree pits. The sale will help support efforts in the square, including holiday lighting. October th th th th 19 , 10am-2pm in the Duarte Square (Broadway @ W. 169 to W. 170 Streets). Rain date will be Oct. 20 . For more information, email Cynthia Rivelli: cynthia@williamrivelli.com. Uptown Lit / A Festival of Readers & Writers: Nationally renowned authors are gathering in the heart of Washington Heights for the first annual Uptown Lit Festival. With the theme of immigration coursing through the program, Uptown Lit aims to bring authors closer to book lovers from all over New York City, especially at its northernmost tip. Set at the historic United Palace, and emceed by Washington Heig htsbased actor and comedian Michael Diaz, Uptown Lit will attract neighbors of all ages to celebrate reading and writing. Adult programming includes a full day of panels, talks, and readings a communitywide book discussion of Luis Alberto Urreas Into the Beautiful North, as part of The Big Read (a national program of the NEA), and NoMAA Technical Assistance Institute workshops on memoir writing and social media. Family programming includes readings by childrens authors literacy activities by Reach Out and Read and Literacy INC New York Public Library card signups interactive storytelling with StoryUp! book discussions led by neighborhood teens crafts workshops by Skraptacular and Evelyns Art and Creations. Evening programming includes a Story Slam at Word Up Community th Bookshop. Saturday, October 19 , 10am-6pm at The United Palace (4140 Broadway @ W. 175th St.); 7pm-9pm at Word Up Community Bookshop (2113 Amsterdam Ave. @ W. 165th St.). For more information, contact Veronica Liu, Word Up Community Bookshop at UptownLit@gmail.com or visit www.UptownLit.com. The Story of America Symposium: The Battle of Harlem Heights This 4 part symposium will feature scholars discussing the important role New York played in shaping the story of America. Lunch will be served. Part 1: The New Nation: The American Revolution and the First Capital Part 2: Abolition and Industry: Industry, Civil War and Immigration Part 3: Reconstruction and Reform: From President Grant to T. Roosevelt and Al Smith Part 4: Artistic New York: How writers and painters have influenced the nation

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At the Morris-Jumel Mansion, located between W. 160 & W. 162 Streets just east of St. Nicholas Avenue. The th event is $40 per person, advanced registration is required. Saturday, October 19 , noon-5pm. Harvest Festival: In its 12 year, this country fair in the middle of the city is planned and run entirely by neighborhood volunteers, funded by local businesses and organizations, and attended by thousands from all around Inwood & Washington Heights. Pick and paint a pumpkin from the pumpkin patch, play games, make crafts, listen to music, have a snack, and catch up with neighbors. Everything is FREE, though donations gratefully are accepted. Theres also an old-fashioned pie contest, with slices available for sale as a fundraiser to support the th event. On Fort Tryon Parks Caf Lawn. Saturday, October 19 , 1pm-4pm. Wilderness Survival Class with the Urban Park Rangers: What would you do if you found yourself lost in the woods? Do you know how to build a shelter, or start a fire without matches? Do you have what it takes to survive the wild. The Urban Park Rangers are skilled in techniques of wilderness survival and emergency preparedness. On these fun, family friendly programs you will learn tips and tricks that will enhance your knowledge of the natural world. Recommended for ages 8 years and older. Program features hands-on activities in an outdoor setting. th Please dress appropriately for cold weather. (Note: for 8 years old and up.) Saturday, October 19 , at 1pm, in Inwood Hill Park; meet at Park entrance at Isham Street and Seaman Avenue. For more information, call 212304-2365. Art for Breast Cancer: One-of-a-kind handmade bras as art will be displayed and auctioned to benefit the Breast th th Cancer Research Foundation. Saturday, October 19 at Inwood Local (4957 Broadway, near W. 207 Street). Sponsored by Brazen Lingerie; for more information call 212-567-5563. Park Reforestation: Last fall we began our reforestation project in Highbridge Park. Join the New York Restoration Project this fall as we continue planting with native trees in an effort to reestablish a native forest in Highbridge th Park. Sunday, October 20 @ 1pm3:30pm. For registration or for more information e-mail volunteer@nyrp.org or call Danica Doroski at 212-333-2552. The Urban Advantage Science Program Returns: Special programs for children at all of the science museums throughout the 5 boroughs! Each institution will offer refreshments and special programming including some of the following hands-on examinations, plantings or animal feedings, touch tanks, microscopes, and special tours. These programs are FREE, but you must print a voucher available here (http://origin.library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1109457792744th 164/UA+FamilyScienceDay2013.pdf) to use as your admission pass. Events for Sunday, October 20 , 1pm-4pm, at the American Museum of Natural History (212-769-5100 / www.amnh.org) and the Queens Botanical Garden (718886-3800 / www.queensbotanical.org). Scroll down for more events the rest of October. Concert at Hudson View Gardens: Peter Seidenberg, cello, and Hui-Mei Lin, piano, present an exciting Russianinfluenced program to kick off PAGs fall season. Highlights include the rarely heard Schnittkes Sonata No. 1 and Brittens Solo Suite No. 1. Also on the program is Stravinisky's Suite Italienne and a piece written expressly for the performers by Manhattan School of Music faculty member David Macdonald. Seid enbergs playing is "Totally enchanting... brimming with natural, spontaneous musicianship" (Gramophone Magazine) and Lins musicianship is th "powerful and sensitive" (Tokyo News). Dont miss these marvelous performers! Sunday, October 20 at 5pm. 128 rd Pinehurst Ave., @ W. 183 Street. Info: 212-923-7800 x1511.
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***NEXT WEEK*** (12 items) Workshops to help grow your business: The New York Womens Chamber of Commerce has a number of workshops to help you grow your business. Workshops are held in West Harlem and in Jackson Heights, Queens. For more information on Chamber events, visit our website: www.nywcc.org. Licensing & Permits for Opportunities in Construction; to cover State, County and City Building Licenses; we will explain which licenses are

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appropriate to each line of work. The permit discussion will center on the various City Codes for obtaining a permit and the use of expediters by contractors. Attention will be given to special building codes governing Hurricane st Sandy Work. Monday, October 21 at 5:30pm, in West Harlem. For more information on venue, and to register, go to www.nywcc.org, or email mcastillo@ntwcc.org. Small Business Owners Roundtable discussion on Labor Rights: the Office of the Attorney General invites small business owners and community-based organizations to discussion on current and new labor laws that affect your business and community. The event will take place at Neighborhood Trust 1112 St. Nicholas Avenue (at W. th nd 166 St.) on Tuesday, October 22 at 8:30am. You must RSVP to participate in this event because we have limited space. To confirm or to get more information, please contact me Lilliam Perez (Lilliam.Perez@ag.ny.gov / 2128754). Dining for a cause: On Tuesday, October 22 , Coogans Restaurant will contribute 20% of your total bill to Riverstone Senior Life Services, at 99 Ft. Washington Ave. What a great way to help a wonderful neighborhood institution. Enjoy a meal with friends, family or colleagues! Advance reservations recommended to ensure they have adequate staff on hand: 212-928-1234. Higher Education Forum to reduce recidivism & transform lives: Join us for a participatory discussion about removing barriers to higher education for individuals with criminal justice system involvement. Special performance by the Theatre for Social Change. This event is FREE and open to the public. Co-sponsored by Manhattan Borough Scott Stringer, Sen. Espaillat and many partners in government, and community-based nd th nd organizations. Tuesday, October 22 , 6pm-8pm, in the Harlem State Office Building (163 W. 125 St., 2 floor). For more info: 646-380-7771 or ysafdie@collegeandcommunity.org. Flu Vaccination Clinic: Once again Senator Espaillat and other uptown electeds are teaming up the Visiting Nurse Service of New York and our partners in State & local government to bring FREE flu vaccines to the public: rd th Wednesday, October 23 at the Hebrew Tabernacle of Washington Heights (551 Ft. Washington Ave. @ W. 185 Street), from 10am-1pm, on a first-come/first-served basis. Call 212-544-0173 or e-mail EventsRSVP@adrianoespaillat.org to pre-register and guarantee your space. NYC Public School Gifted & Talented Admissions process: Families are invited to attend an information session to learn more about the Department of Educations Gifted & Talented testing and admissions process for September rd 2014, on Wednesday Oct. 23 , 6pm-8pm, at Stuyvesant High School, 345 Chambers St. (See additional listing below in the News & Information section.) For more information, please call 718 -935-2009 or visit http://schools.nyc.gov/Academics/GiftedandTalented/default.htm. Hypertension The Silent Killer: Hear from world-renowned Columbia University researchers on the latest advances to address hypertension and what people can do to minimize their risks. Open discussion plus Q&A. Sponsored by CUs GCA Connections community forums, offering a unique opportunity for residents, organizational leaders and policy makers to learn about prevalent health conditions of concern in the community and how CUMC researchers are leading the nation in novel preventions strategies, discoveries and treatments. rd Wednesday, October 23 , 6pm-8pm, at the Russ Berrie Medical Science Pavilion (1150 St. Nicholas Ave. @ W. th 168 St.) Free and open to the public; light refreshments will be served. RSVP by calling 212-305-8060 or email cumcgca@columbia.edu. Simultaneous translation in Spanish available. Learn more about the Affordable Care Act: Confused about Obamacare? Get the facts about how the new law affects you! Hear from NYS Department of Health and industry leaders about the Health Plan Marketplace (Exchange), how it works, the benefits/obligations, and how to get coverage. Co -sponsored with Assemblywoman Gabriela Rosa and Councilmember Ydanis Rodriguez, in partnership with the Hispanic Federation, Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield, the Community League of the Heights, the WH/I Chamber of Commerce and the NY rd Womens Chamber of Commerce. **NOTE NEW DATE** Wednesday, October 23 @ 6:30pm, at Pediatrics 2000 th (3332 Broadway @ W. 135 St.). For more information, call 212-544-0173 or e-mail eventsRSVP@adrianoespaillat.org.
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Sosua Documentary: If you havent seen the wonderful documentary fil m about Dominican and Jewish teens in Washington Heights combining with legendary theatre director Liz Swados on a musical about how the Dominican Republic rescued 800 Jews from Hitler, you have another chance! SOSA: Make a Better World, Wednesday, rd th October 23 at 6:30pm at the CUNY Graduate Center (34 Street & Fifth Avenue). Free and open to the public. For more information: http://www.gothamcenter.org/forums/current.shtml Working Broadway / The Proprietor Portraits: Uptown photographer Julian Kaiser has shot a stunning series of uptown commercial life on Broadway. Each portrait is a montage with a black-and-white image of the small businessmen and women set within a color portrait of their store. An intimate and interesting look at a th neighborhoods small businesses. Opening reception at Coogan's (4015 Broadway @ W. 169 St.), Wednesday rd October 23 , 6:30-8:30. Washington Heights & Inwood Council on Aging (WHICOA) Breakfast Conference: Seventy Plus and Still Going th Strong, Opportunities for Later Life. At the Isabella Geriatric Center, 515 Audubon Avenue @ W. 190 Street. $15 for WHICOA Members; $25 for non-members; entrance for seniors and students with valid school ID is th complementary. Thursday, October 24 . Registration & breakfast begin at 8:30am; conference begins at 9am. For additional information, email whicoa@gmail.com. Youth on Board: Learn more at an informative discussion with public officials, educators, community leaders, parents and students about why 16 & 17 year-olds should be allowed to serve on Community Boards. Manhattan th th Borough forum, Thursday, October 24 , 6:30pm - 9pm at Isabella Geriatric Center (515 Audubon Ave. @ W. 190 St.) For more information, contact Sarah Andres (sandes@generationcitizen.org), Fe Florimn (fe.florimon@jjay.cuny.edu) or Al Kurland (alkurland@palnyc.org).

***NEXT WEEKEND*** (8 items) Wellness & Education Fair: IS 52 is hosting a Wellness & Educational fair. Lots of information and activities around th disease prevention and healthy living. 650 Academy (@ Broadway), Saturday, October 26 , 10am-2pm. For more information, contact Natasha Bracey: 212-567-9162 x1170 / ms.bracey@inwood52.org. Sen Espaillat and Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield will also have information tables about the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare). Howl-O-Ween in Homer's Run at Inwood Hill Park. Register to enter or simply come to watch Inwoof's annual furrrightening doggie costume contest and parade sponsored by Furry Fiends! Enter the park at the intersection of th Isham Street and Seaman Avenue, the run is just beyond the flagpole. Saturday, October 26 at 10am. More information atwww.inwoof.com/events "It's My Parks Day" in Bennett Park: Come join your neighbors for planting and painting! Saturday, October 26 , 10am-2pm. For more information, email Kelly Ruby: Kelly.evans@gmail.com. Protect Your Identity / Community Shred Day: Help prevent identity theft & fraud by shredding confidential th personal documents with those with personal identifying information. Saturday, October 26 , from 11am-3pm, at th the new Community Board 12 offices: 530 W. 166 St., between St. Nicholas & Audubon Avenues. FREE shredding rd services provided by CINTAS. Sponsored by CB12 and the 33 Precinct in collaboration with New York Presbyterian Hospital and the Ambulatory Care Network. For information, call 212-568-8500. Fall Garden Maintenance: We will be working with volunteers on various fall maintenance projects in Sherman Creek Park; join the New York Restoration Project to learn about sustainable gardening while applying a compost topdressing to our garden beds and lawn on the Harlem River Esplanade. Explore the RileyLevin Childrens th Garden Beds and view the start of fall leaf change. Saturday, October 26 @ noon2:30pm. For registration or for more information e-mail volunteer@nyrp.org or call Danica Doroski at 212-333-2552.
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Halloween Fun at Riverbank State Park: for all the young families out there, were having our annual Halloween th th party on Saturday, October 26 , from 1pm-3pm, for ages 3-12; costumes required. 679 Riverside Drive @ W. 145 Street. The Urban Advantage Science Program Returns: Special programs for children at all of the science museums throughout the 5 boroughs! Each institution will offer refreshments and special programming including some of the following hands-on examinations, plantings or animal feedings, touch tanks, microscopes, and special tours. These programs are FREE, but you must print a voucher available here (http://origin.library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1109457792744164/UA+FamilyScienceDay2013.pdf) to use as your admission pass. Saturday, October 26 at the New York Botanical Garden (718-817-8700 / www.nybg.org), 10am-1pm th Saturday, October 26 at the Brooklyn Bronx Botanical Garden (718-623-7200 / www.bbg.org), 1pm-4pm th Sunday, October 27 at the Bronx Zoo (718-220-5136 / www.bronxzoo.org), 10am-1pm th Sunday, October 27 at the New York Hall of Science (718-699-0005 / www.nysci.org), 11am-2pm
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Kids Nature Adventures: Why Do Leaves Change Color? Discover the answer to one of nature's great mysteries. What happens to trees in the fall to make them display such wonderful colors? Educator Julia Attaway will lead a workshop for kids to learn about the changes trees go through to prepare for winter. For ages 4 to 8. Children th must be accompanied by an adult. Two sessions on Saturday, October 26 : 1:30pm-2:15pm at Anne Loftus Playground & 3pm-3:45pm at the Heather Garden Entrance at Margaret Corbin Circle.

***END-OF-OCTOBER/EARLY NOVEMBER*** (6 items) NoMAA Artists Talk: Immigrant Too The North Manhattan Arts Alliances current gallery exhibition delves into the artists notion of being an immigrant, how he or she responds to the present immigration debate as it is carried out in personal, public, and political spaces, and what approaches the artist takes, from the subtle and th conceptual, to the blatantly political. Tuesday, October 29 @ 6:30pm. (The exhibit is open Mon-Fri, 11am-6pm, st rd through November 21 .) At the NoMAA Gallery, 178 Bennett Avenue (NYC 10040), 3 floor. Learn more about the Affordable Care Act: Confused about Obamacare? Get the facts about how the new law affects you! Hear from NYS Department of Health and industry leaders about the Health Plan Marketplace (Exchange), how it works, the benefits/obligations, and how to get coverage. Sponsored by Assemblywoman Gabriela Rosa with Sen. Espaillat and Councilmember Ydanis Rodriguez, in partnership with the Hispanic Federation, Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield, the Community League of the Heights, the WH/I Chamber of th Commerce and the NY Womens Chamber of Commerce. Wednesday, October 30 @ 6pm, at Isabella geriatric th Center (515 Audubon Ave. @ W. 190 St.). For more information, call 212-544-2278. Community Conversation about Postpartum Depression: Many women experience mild mood changes during or after the birth of a child. As many as 15-20% of women experience more significant symptoms of depression or anxiety. Hear leading experts speak about identifying and treating postpartum depression. If you are a partner, parent, or friend; if you recently gave birth; if you are expecting a child; if you plan to have (more) children, join us th for this important discussion. Wednesday, October 30 , 7pm-8:30pm at Congregation Bnai Jeshurun, Frankel Hall, th 257 W. 88 Street. RSVP requested but not required, at www.bj.org. Contact Beth Tarson for more info: btarson@bj.org / 212-787-7600 x233. Celebrate the day after Halloween with the Spanish language version of Dracula (with English subtitles) and a musical soundtrack provided live by guitar god Gary Lucas. The Spanish Dracula was part of the same 1931 shoot that produced Bela Lugosis famous performance based on Bram Stokers 1897 novel. While the English language

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film was shot during the day, a Spanish cast performed at night. American guitar god Gary Lucas fell in love with the film and wrote an original score to accompany it since it didnt have a musical soundtrack. He will perform in live during the screening. Tickets: $10 online, $15 at the door. Learn more and purchase tickets at: http://www.unitedpalace.org/index.php/events/337-the-spanish-version-dracula-accompanied-by-guitarist-garyst lucas. At United Palace Theatre (4140 Broadway @ W. 175th St.) Friday, November 1 . Doors open at 7pm, showtime 8pm Halloween Paranormal Evening: Ever want to know what happens after hours at MJM? Do the spirits come out to play? Well now you can as the team from Acoustic Archives presents their recent eerie findings and invites you to spend the night with them as they investigate further. Please bring a sleeping bag and suitable sleeping attire. A light breakfast will be provided. The event is appropriate for adults & families with children ages 16 & up. Tickets are $50 per adult, $25 for children; advanced registration is required. Saturday, November 2nd @ 8pm Sunday rd th nd November 3 at 9am. At the Morris-Jumel Mansion, located between W. 160 & W. 162 Streets just east of St. Nicholas Avenue. For more information, contact Carol Ward: 212-923-8008 / director@morrisjumel.org. Celebrate the return of film to the Palace with Casablanca Experience one of Americas favorite movies like you have never seen it before on a 50-foot silver screen - as we celebrate the return of film to the United Palace with the audience choice screening of Casablanca. Before the movie there will be a ceremony commemorating the return of film, including a reenactment of part of the inaugural program from 1930 when the building opened as the Loews 175th Street Theatre, music from the 1940s, and other surprises. $10 online, $15 a t the door; free to Golden Globe Level donors and anyone who wears a tuxedo or gown to the event! Learn more and purchase tickets at: http://unitedpalace.org/index.php/events/345-celebrate-the-return-of-film-to-the-palace-withth casablanca. At United Palace Theatre (4140 Broadway @ W. 175th St.) Sunday, November 17 , 6pm ceremony, 7pm movie.

***NEWS, INFORMATION, OPPORTUNITIES & ONGOING EVENTS*** (7 items) Clothing Drive (West Side): Congregation Ansche Chesed is participating in re-fashioNYC, a program developed by the NYC Department of Sanitation in collaboration with Housing Works. New Yorkers throw away nearly 200,000 tons of clothing a year. Help keep this out of NYCs landfill while benefitting people living with HIV/AIDS. Any clean fabric is acceptable, including adult and children's clothes, towels, linens, curtains, shoes, belts and handbags. Housing Works will sell the usable clothes; 100% of the proceeds goes to support HIV/AIDS families. Clothes that are not saleable are recycled as textiles. Please do not bring wet clothes. A large clothing recycling bin will be permanently placed in the synagogues West End Lobby. (Since the outside doors are often locked, you can th leave your material in a clear plastic bag in the 100 Street lobby.) October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. All NYPD police precincts and housing police service areas have dedicated domestic violence officers who can provide referrals to court, counseling services, shelter alternatives and safety planning. The NYPD responds to more than 200,000 domestic incidents each year, or nearly six-hundred calls a day. Domestic Violence Police Officers face unpredictable and potentially volatile situations, with skills and training that help to ensure victims' safety as well as their own. Victims of domestic violence are referred to one of more than 350 domestic violence prevention officers, investigators and supervisors in precincts citywide. DV officers visit the homes of victims as well as provide referrals to court, counseling services and shelter alternatives, and help in obtaining orders of protection and providing safety planning. In addition to enforcing the laws and working to ensure victims' safety, the DV unit performs domestic violence awareness outreach. For more information on "How the Police Can Help", and "Keeping Your Family Safe", click here: th http://www.nyc.gov/html/nypd/html/crime_prevention/domestic_violence.shtml. DV Officers in the 34 Precinct are Sgt. Cecilia Velarde, P/O Leiddy Monzon and P/O Rene Salcedo; they can be reached at 212-927-0821. NYC Public School Gifted & Talented Admissions process : Families seeking Gifted & Talented placement for September 2014 in kindergarten through third grade must submit a Request for Testing (RFT) form by November 8,

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2013. Families are encouraged to submit the form online (https://prod.semsnycdoe.com/parentsite/), but if they prefer to submit a paper RFT, they can review the application guidelines in the Handbook, available online through the link below and at public elementary schools. The Handbook also includes practice tests. Families are invited to attend an information session where they can learn more about the G&T testing and admissions process for rd September 2014, on Wednesday Oct. 23 , 6pm-8pm, at Stuyvesant High School, 345 Chambers St. For more information, please call 718-935-2009 or visit http://schools.nyc.gov/Academics/GiftedandTalented/default.htm. Middle School Enrollment & Information: All districts will hold middle school open houses for interested students in the weeks following the District Middle School Fairs. Families can contact schools directly for dates and times, or visit www.nyc.gov/schools/ChoicesEnrollment/middle/calendar. Middle School Directories Are Now Available. Each student will receive a copy of the Directory of NYC Middle Schools 2013-2014 from their elementary school. The Directories provide information about middle schools in each district so families can make informed choices when applying to middle school. English versions of the Directories are now available online; translated versions of the directories will be available online on a rolling basis. Middle School Applications will be distributed to families in November and are due back to guidance counselors in December. More information about Middle School Admissions, including a calendar of events, deadlines, and electronic copies of middle school publications, are available on the Departments Web site at www.nyc.gov/schools/ChoicesEnrollment/Middle. Update on the W. 215 Street step-street: The New York City Department of Design & Construction, the Citys th Architect and the agency responsible for implementing DOTs capital redesign and repair of the 215 Street stepstreet reports that they have a Notice to Proceed with this long-awaited project. DDC has committed to: coordinate with related City agencies and at the community to minimize inconvenience during the project; post advisory notices throughout the affected project work area in advance of the anticipated work; work with special-needs individuals to minimize any inconvenience; monitor construction operations and within DEP regulations to minimize noise; In addition, DDC notes that: Emergency access and pedestrian access to adjacent buildings will be maintained at all times. Merchant deliveries will be allowed. A rodent and water bug survey was conducted. Baits and control stations have been placed within the construction zone. During construction there may be intermittent, limited street traffic and/or parking restriction; signs will be posted in advance of the anticipated restriction(s). The $2.5m project, is anticipated to be completed next winter. As soon as we receive a construction schedule, we will share that information with you. Columbia University Football: Columbia University will be making available tickets to two upcoming games this th rd season: November 9 at 12:30 against Harvard, and November 23 at 1:30 against Brown. If you are interested in tickets for either of these games, please contact me at elritter@adrianoespaillat.org or call 212-544-0173, and let me know how many tickets you would like. All tickets on a first-come/first-served basis. To ensure that as many people as possible can take advantage of this opportunity, requests will be capped at 4 tickets. (Exceptions of course for large families, unless you have a very large family. AVONTE OQUENDO IS STILL MISSING: It has been almost two weeks that this Queens teen, who is autistic and not able to negotiate the world on his own, is missing. Description: black, male, 14 years of age, DOB: 08/30/1999; height: 5'03", weight: 125 lbs, hair: black, eyes: brown. Anyone with information regarding the above subject, please notify Detective Borough Queens North at 718-520-9200 or the NYPD Crime Stoppers at 1 (800) 577-TIPS. There is a reward for anyone providing information which leads to his safe return.
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