Senator Biaggi's Week in Review: 9/26/22-9/30/22

 

Dear Community,

Before my time in office concludes at the end of this year, I would like to recognize and honor the accomplishments and contributions of individuals and businesses within District 34. My office will be honoring individuals and businesses in the district with the New York State Liberty Medal and Empire Awards, and we would love your help nominating members of the community! Please find information below regarding the two awards:

The Liberty Medal is the highest civilian honor that can be bestowed by a Member of the New York State Senate upon a resident of New York State. Those eligible for the Liberty Medal include individuals who meet the following criteria: 

• Heroic actions 
• Highly decorated military service
• Action taken by law enforcement and first responders which is above and beyond the call of duty
• Exceptional lifetime achievement by the recipient on behalf of their community and New York State

The Empire Award will be given to any businesses in District 34 that have exhibited a high level of excellence in service to the community. We look to highlight the businesses who have persevered, adapted, and shown resilience with the unprecedented change and growth throughout their years of service.

I am requesting your help in identifying exceptional individuals and businesses who meet the criteria of these awards and have made immeasurable and lasting contributions to District 34. 

Fill out this form to nominate individuals for the Liberty Medal Award and fill out this form to nominate businesses for the Empire Award. Nominations are due by October 7th. 

Thank you so much for your help in advance!

With Gratitude,

State Senator Alessandra Biaggi

Upcoming Events

Montefiore Medical Center Supporting Healthy Relationships Program: ​​ Montefiore-Einstein’s Supporting Healthy Relationships is a free program designed to empower low-income couples to achieve family success, by improving their communication skills, learning how to reduce destructive conflict, and gaining financial stability. The workshops help you develop and practice relationship skills through discussion, teaching and peer-to-peer learning led by our professional team. To apply, visit www.montefiore.org/SHR.

 

The SU-CASA program is back: After a long and difficult year, the Bronx Council of the Arts is delighted to partner once again with local artists to offer virtual art programming for seniors. The array of classes to choose from is amazing and there’s something for everyone. Registration is easy. View the roster of workshops on our website and register for a fun class today! For more information: contact@bronxarts.org

 

NW Bronx Food Justice Project - Emergency Food Resources in Marble Hill and Kingsbridge Heights: For more information, contact the NW Bronx Food Justice project at foodjusticebronx@gmail.com

Kingsbridge Heights Community Center (KHCC): 3101 Kingsbridge Terrace at Summit Place, Bronx 10463 – weekly: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 12:00 – 2:30. For more information go to: https://www.khcc-nyc.org/program/food-pantry or email Will Littleton at wlittleton@khcc-nyc.org

Friendly Fridge: 5977 Broadway (242nd Street and Broadway), Contact: thefriendlyfridgebx@gmail.com 

Bailey Fridge: 3016 Bailey Ave.

 

WHEDco and The Bronx Music Heritage Center are hosting a number of virtual Events and programs, featuring outstanding Bronx musicians, dancers, poets, and other artists and giving people a great opportunity to connect and celebrate. Learn more here.