DYCD 2012 EDITION OF THE NEW YORK CITY GUIDE TO SUMMER FUN

COMMISSIONER MULLGRAV of the Department of Youth and Community Development IS PLEASED TO PRESENT THE 2012 EDITION OF THE NEW YORK CITY GUIDE TO SUMMER FUN

 
Summer is magical in New York City and a time for families to build great memories together.  Across the five boroughs, a variety of activities can be found to capture the interest of everyone.

The 2012 guide and activities can be found HERE.

It is broken down week by week, by borough, and by event.

You can also look into other services provided by the DYCD on the different links on the left. 

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Luis Sepulveda 87th A.D. Fund Raiser

Espiallat--- Don't Let The 13th C.D. election be another Florida

Senator Adriano Espiallat's campaign is in court trying to secure ballots so as the campaign says "That there can be a correct and honest accounting for all ballots". In this New York Daily News piece Celeste Katz says that Espiallat does not want the NY 13 race to become another Florida .

   Ms. Katz tells you exactly what we have been saying that not all the ballots have been counted, and that many people who wanted to vote for Espiallat were told that their names were not in the list of voters and to go home. Hundreds of complaints came into the Espaillat headquarters about that, and that still with thousands of vote not counted that Rangel's lead keeps getting smaller and is no at 802.

   We are wondering if this race will be decided by the November Election, if this election will be thrown out by the courts and there will be another election in September on the state primary date, or even that the way things have been handled by the Board of Elections that heads start to roll as Mayor Bloomberg said Friday after the election when asked "this is the most easily corruptible in the world" as Bloomberg slammed the Board of Elections once again.

  So How Did It Happen, and Who is Responsible? 

  We hope to have the answer for you.

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What You Should Know

By Senator Rev. Rubén Díaz
32nd Senatorial District, Bronx County, New York 

  Senator Rev. Ruben Diaz Calls for A Thorough Investigation into 13th C.D. Election

Adriano Espaillat should have known that before he conceded on Tuesday night, that there were many uncounted ballots that might have declared him the winner.

It is unbelievable and incredible that despite the extremely low voter turnout, the final tally to decide who actually won the Democratic Primary race between Senator Adriano Espaillat and Congressman Charlie Rangel (and three other candidates) continues to change.

According to today’s media reports, there are 3,174 affidavit ballots for New York’s Primary Race in the 13^th Congressional District, 776 from the Bronx and the rest mostly from the 72nd Assembly District in Washington Heights.”

How can it be that on election night there was a 6.6 percentage gap showing Charlie Rangel was the clear victor, and now, two days later, we hear that all the votes have not been counted, and as the remaining votes are being counted, Congressman Rangel is now only leading by a mere 1,000 votes and still 30 machines have not been counted yet?

We need to know what actually transpired with the Board of Elections and the candidates for this race.  How can it be that two days after the Primary, things are such a mess?

Is this how a democracy functions?

Will this mean that from now on, candidates will have to wait two or three days before conceding the seat or do we have to send the people from the board of elections to a counting and additions course?

This calls for a thorough investigation!

I am Senator Reverend Rubén Díaz and this is what you should know.

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Luis Sepulveda Fundraiser

     

     Friday night there was a fundraiser held at the Pines located on Eastchester Road right across the street from the Bronx Democratic County Headquarters for 87th Assembly candidate Luis Sepulveda. This fundraiser was being hosted by Bronx Democratic County Leader Assemblyman Carl E. Heastie. The Bronx County Democratic organization has announced that they will be backing every incumbent in the Bronx this year, and since there is no incumbent in the 87th A.D. Mr. Luis Sepulveda has been endorsed by the Bronx Democratio organization and Chairman Heastie. There were many friends and supporters of 87th A.D. candidate Luis Sepulveda, but due to the high temperature outside the fund raiser was moved from the Rooftop Garden of the Pines inside to a much cooler space.

     Luis Sepulveda ran in 2010 against Assemblyman Peter Rivera loosing by only a few votes, and now that Peter Rivera has been confirmed to be the new state labor commissioner Sepulveda is campaigning each and every day as he is the underdog. Tthe Luis Sepulvedahe campaign headquarters is located at 1512 Castle Hill Avenue, or you can his Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/luis.r.sepulveda.

     Here you see Bronx Democratic County Leader Assemblyman Carl Heastie on the right, 87th assembly candidate Luis Sepulveda in the center, and possible 2013 11th City Council candidate Dan Padernacht on the left.

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Mark Gjonaj Fundraiser

     Thursday night 80th Assembly candidate Mark Gjonaj held a fundraiser at Maestros Caterers. The room was packed with over 300 supporters of candidate Gjonaj. Diane Savino the current 80th Assembly State Committee Woman who has broken away from the Liberty Democratic Association of the 80th A.D. to support Mark Gjonaj for Assembly introduced candidate Mark Gjonaj to a roar of approval. 

     Candidate Gjonaj said that when he heard that the 80th A.D. was the poorest district in the Bronx he decided torun to make the 80th A.D. a better place to live. Jobs, Jobs, Jobs he continued are whats needed, and he wants to create more jobs. Schools are only used 1/3 of the time, and Gjonaj wants to use the asset of the school building more hours of the day. Longer school days, more after school programs, adult education, and community usage of the school;s are needed.

    Candidate Gjonaj spoke about the poor education that public school children receive currently, and he said that he wants top change the=at when he gets to Albany. "Our kids will have the same opportunities as all the children of New York Stae do and Albany  will hear that from me". 

     Candidate Gjonaj ended his speech by saying "the 80th A.D. has been neglected and maligned for to long, and Mark Gjonaj will change that". Below are a few photos of the event.

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Above Left- Only one side of the packed room.

Above Right 80th A.D. State Committee Woman Diane Savino gets a hug after introducing candidate Mark Gjonaj.

Below Left- Group photo of Mark Gjonaj with some supporters.

Below Right is the Gjonaj family, Mark at the podium, his wife Roberta, and sons Joseph and Nicholas.

13th Congressional Race UPDATE

       As of Friday June 29th this is the 13th District Democratic Primary results. Mind you that only 94% of the polling precincts  have been accounted for. The missing precincts are said to be from Washington Heights and part of the Bronx where candidate Espaillat is to have gotten a large percentage of the vote. With the difference of just over 1,000 votes between the top two candidates with almost 3,000 votes still to be counted we could be seeing an election similar to the recent special election in the 27th State Senate District.

UPDATE----    The Manhattan Supreme Court will be holding a hearing on the results of 13th Congressional race. It is also possible that there will be calls for the Justice Department to take up the issue of if Latino voter weren't disenfranchised.

Candidate             Votes                Pct.
Charles Rangel       16,916             43.9%
Incumbent

Adriano Espiallat   15,884             41.3%

Clyde Williams        3,974             10.3%

Joyce S. Johnson    1,187               3.1%

Craig Schley              545               1.4%

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Wave Hill Events July 13–July 20

FRI, JULY 13    YOGA TOGETHER

Jumping frog, twisty owl, downward dog, oh my! Child and parent or caregiver practice fun yoga poses that build strength, increase flexibility and relax the body and mind in this one-hour class taught by Lisa Ferraro, an instructor at Yoga for Bliss. Incorporate breathing and relaxation techniques into a dynamic and playful experience that you and your child can enjoy together. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a mat if possible. Recommended for ages 2–5. Sessions are held outdoors only and are weather dependent. Call 718.549.3200 x245 by 8AM on the day of the class for weather updates. Session fee: $15 Member/$23 Non-member. Session fee includes one adult and one child, Registration opens onsite at 9:30AM.

ON THE GROUNDS, 10‒11AM

SAT, SUN, JULY 14, 15    MOW-DOWN GARDEN HOEDOWN WEEKEND

Pay homage to the humble, hardworking grass family. Grasses are everywhere at Wave Hill and throughout the world. We eat grasses—our favorite and most basic foods come from grains like corn, oats, rice, wheat, rye, barley and millet, all of which are really grasses! Grasses are used to build baskets, brooms and even homes! Instruments are made from grasses! And of course, grasses are beautiful to behold. We’re celebrating this super plant family with all-American music, art-making, guided tours, grassy games and more. Admission to the grounds is free all weekend, thanks to the generous support of Target.

ON THE GROUNDS, 9‒5:30PM

SAT, JULY 14    FAMILY ART PROJECT—HATS, MATS AND BASKETS

Hats, Mats and Baskets/Sombreros, salvamatele, y canastas de mimbres

Mix ornamental, multi-colored grasses and other natural materials to weave your own shady hat, summer mat or festive grassy basket for this special Mow-Down Weekend event. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.

ECOLOGY BUILDING, 10AM‒1PM

SAT, JULY 14    TAI CHI CHUAN

Quiet like a mountain, moving like a river, Tai Chi is a sequence of gentle movements based on images found in nature. Short and long form classes are led by Irving Yee, an active member of the William CC Chen Tai Chi School. Sessions are held outdoors only and are weather dependent. Call 718.549.3200 x245 by 8AM on the day of the class for weather updates. Session fee: $15 Member/$23 Non-member. Registration opens onsite at 9:30AM.

ON THE GROUNDS, 10AM Beginners, 11AM Intermediates

SAT, JULY 14    GRASS TUNNEL-RAISING

Weave grasses and other materials onto a lean-to-like-structure to create a shady tunnel with artist Gisela Insuaste at this Mow-Down Weekend event. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.

ON THE GROUNDS, 11AM & 2PM

SAT, JULY 14    MAKE A SOD-KICK!

Craft a creature from rye grass, soil and nylon stockings, then decorate your pal to give him or her personality, at this Mow-Down Weekend event. Will she be Grassylocks or Miss Canthus? Maybe he’ll be the Lawn Ranger! Take ‘em home and your ‘sod-kick’ will sprout grassy hair in just about a week. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.

ON THE GROUNDS, NOON‒3PM

SAT, JULY 14    BASKET-MAKING DEMONSTRATION

Master basket maker Carolyn Lambert-Braun weaves grasses into artistic, yet functional baskets and encourages audience participation at this Mow-Down Weekend event! Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.

ON THE GROUNDS, NOON‒3PM

SAT, JULY 14    LIVE MUSIC: SPIRIT FAMILY REUNION

A blend of front-porch Americana, old-time gospel and bluegrass, Brooklyn’s own Spirit Family Reunion, blurs the line between past and present at this Mow-Down Weekend performance. Sing along with the band, which includes fiddle, bass, accordion and a big ole drum. Don’t know the lyrics? Not to worry—they might even bring songbooks! Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.

ON THE GROUNDS, NOON & 1:30PM

SAT, JULY 14   GARDEN WALK: GRASSES THAT GRACE THE GARDEN

Ornamental grasses enhance a garden with their graceful habits and subtle textures. Observe their diversity, from the imposing giant reed (Arundo donax) to the adorable miniature fountain grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Little Bunny’), and see how well they mingle with other plants at Wave Hill on this Mow-Down Weekend walk. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.

MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 1 & 3PM

SAT, JULY 14    GALLERY TOUR

Join an exhibition interpreter for one of our regularly scheduled tours of Tending toward the Untamed: Artists Respond to the Wild Garden. Wave Hill’s Wild Garden serves as inspiration for new painting, photography, animation, sculpture and installation, by artists Gary Carsley, Chris Doyle, Julie Evans, Isabella Kirkland, Janelle Lynch, Rebecca Morales, Erik Sanner and Anat Shiftan. In the Sunroom Project Space, Wave Hill’s Van Lier Visual Artist Fellows Nova Jiang and Cameron Rowland have each created installations. Jiang’s project combines art, technology and garden design to create an interactive experience for visitors; Rowland investigates the architecture and open space of public housing projects in relation to Wave Hill. Tours take place Tuesdays and Saturdays at 2PM, through August 18. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.

GLYNDOR GALLERY, 2PM

SUN, JULY 15   HATHA YOGA

Release stress and find refuge from city life by practicing seasonal yoga, surrounded by the beauty of Wave Hill. Hatha Yoga involves the use of physical postures, breath control and meditation to create a supple, strong and relaxed body-mind. Classes are led by Neem Dewji, certified in Hatha and Therapeutic Yoga from The Yoga for Health Foundation in Bedfordshire, England, and The Integral Yoga Institute in NYC. Participants should bring a mat, dress in loosely fitting clothing and come to class with breakfast well digested. All levels welcomed. Sessions are held outdoors only and are weather dependent. Call 718.549.3200 x245 by 8AM on the day of the class for weather updates. Session fee: $15 Member/$23 Non-member. Registration opens onsite at 9:30AM.

ON THE GROUNDS, 10–11:15AM

SUN, JULY 15    FAMILY ART PROJECT—HATS, MATS AND BASKETS

Hats, Mats and Baskets/Sombreros, salvamateles y canastas de mimbres

Mix ornamental, multi-colored grasses and other natural materials to weave your own shady hat, summer mat or festive grassy basket for this special Mow-Down Weekend event. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.

ECOLOGY BUILDING, 10AM‒1PM

SUN, JULY 15    GRASS TUNNEL-RAISING

Weave grasses and other materials onto a lean-to-like-structure to create a shady tunnel with artist Gisela Insuaste at this Mow-Down Weekend event. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.

ON THE GROUNDS, 11AM & 2PM

SUN, JULY 15    MAKE A SOD-KICK!

Craft a creature from rye grass, soil and nylon stockings, then decorate your pal to give him or her personality, at this Mow-Down Weekend event. Will she be Grassylocks or Miss Canthus? Maybe he’ll be the Lawn Ranger! Take ‘em home and your ‘sod-kick’ will sprout grassy hair in just about a week. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.

ON THE GROUNDS, NOON‒3PM

SUN, JULY 15    BASKET-MAKING DEMONSTRATION

Master basket maker Carolyn Lambert-Braun weaves grasses into artistic, yet functional baskets and encourages audience participation at this Mow-Down Weekend event! Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.

ON THE GROUND, NOON‒3PM

SUN, JULY 15    LIVE MUSIC: ASTROGRASS

What better way to honor grasses then with a band named Astrograss? Revel in the earthy, bluegrass-inspired sounds of fiddle, banjo, mandolin and guitar laced with gorgeous vocal harmonies. Listen for original tunes, American classics and unexpected covers at this Mow-Down Weekend performance. Dancing is encouraged! Great for the whole family! Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.

ON THE GROUNDS, NOON & 1:30PM

SUN, JULY 15   GARDEN WALK: GRASSES THAT GRACE THE GARDEN

Ornamental grasses enhance a garden with their graceful habits and subtle textures. Observe their diversity, from the imposing giant reed (Arundo donax) to the adorable miniature fountain grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Little Bunny’), and see how well they mingle with other plants at Wave Hill on this Mow-Down Weekend walk. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.

MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 1 & 3PM

SUN, JULY 15   GARDEN HIGHLIGHTS WALK

Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.

MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 2PM

MON, JULY 16

Closed to the public

TUE, JULY 17    STORIES IN THE GARDEN

Each week, a “mystery reader” from Wave Hill’s staff shares a few of her or his favorite stories with budding young naturalists. Sessions are held outdoors only and are weather dependent. Ideal for ages 3 and up and their adult companions. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all day.

ON THE GROUNDS, 11AM

TUE, JULY 17    GALLERY TOUR

Join an exhibition interpreter for one of our regularly scheduled tours of Tending toward the Untamed: Artists Respond to the Wild Garden. Wave Hill’s Wild Garden serves as inspiration for new painting, photography, animation, sculpture and installation, by artists Gary Carsley, Chris Doyle, Julie Evans, Isabella Kirkland, Janelle Lynch, Rebecca Morales, Erik Sanner and Anat Shiftan. In the Sunroom Project Space, Wave Hill’s Van Lier Visual Artist Fellows Nova Jiang and Cameron Rowland have each created installations. Jiang’s project combines art, technology and garden design to create an interactive experience for visitors; Rowland investigates the architecture and open space of public housing projects in relation to Wave Hill. Tours take place Tuesdays and Saturdays at 2PM, through August 18. Free with admission to the grounds.

GLYNDOR GALLERY, 2PM

WED, JULY 18    SUNSET WEDNESDAY

Try an outdoor yoga class, join a guided garden walk or wander onto the Great Lawn to enjoy a plein air performance by local BxIndie musicians, through the Bronx Council on the Arts. Bring your own folding chair and enjoy the concert from the comfort of your own favorite seat. Gardens open until 8:30PM. Glyndor Gallery, Perkins Visitor Center, The Shop at Wave Hill and Food Service open until 8PM. Check www.wavehill.org/visit for the schedule for Sunset Wednesdays free shuttle service to and from Metro-North and the #1 subway. All events are free with admission to the grounds with the exception of yoga.

ON THE GROUNDS, 6‒8:30PM

WED, JULY 18    SUNSET YOGA

Find refuge from city life by practicing seasonal yoga on the tranquil lawns at Wave Hill. Decrease stress and increase your energy by focusing on your posture, breath control and meditation. Sunset Wednesday sessions are taught by Yoga for Bliss instructor Joanne Salome. Participants should bring a mat if possible, dress in loosely fitting clothing and come to class with their latest meal well digested.  All levels welcomed. Sessions are held outdoors only and are weather dependent. Call 718.549.3200 x245 by 8AM on the day of the class for weather updates. Session fee: $15 Member/$23 Non-member. Registration onsite day-of.

ON THE GROUNDS, 6‒7:15PM

WED, JULY 18    SUNSET GARDEN WALK

Join us for a short guided walk through the evening gardens. Visit a different garden every Sunset Wednesday through August. Free with admission to the grounds.

MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 6:30PM

WED, JULY 18    BxINDIE MUSIC AT SUNSET—JAZZ AND BLUES TRIOEnjoy a plein air performance by local BxIndie musicians, through a collaboration with the Bronx Council on the Arts. New this year, you can bring your own folding chair and enjoy the concert from the comfort of your own favorite seat. This evening, the Robert Silverman Jazz and Blues Trio performs. Free with admission to the grounds.
ON THE GROUNDS, 7PM

THU, JULY 19    ARTISTS’ CIRCLE

Capture the beauty of Wave Hill’s landscape in these drop-in, open-air studio sessions. Wave Hill provides easels and boards, and you bring art-making materials and paper or canvas. All levels welcome; new artists encouraged! Facilitated group critique at the end of each session. Weather dependent. Session fee: $10 Member/$18 Non-member. Registration day-of at Perkins Visitor Center starting at 9:30AM. Meet on the grounds for critiques. This weekly series continues through August.

REGISTER AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 10AM−1PM

FRI, JULY 20   YOGA TOGETHER

Jumping frog, twisty owl, downward dog, oh my! Child and parent or caregiver practice fun yoga poses that build strength, increase flexibility and relax the body and mind in this one-hour class taught by Lisa Ferraro, an instructor at Yoga for Bliss. Incorporate breathing and relaxation techniques into a dynamic and playful experience that you and your child can enjoy together. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a mat if possible. Recommended for ages 2–5. Sessions are held outdoors only and are weather dependent. Call 718.549.3200 x245 by 8AM on the day of the class for weather updates. Session fee: $15 Member/$23 Non-member. Session fee includes one adult and one child, Registration opens onsite at 9:30AM.

ON THE GROUNDS, 10‒11AM

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A 28-acre public garden and cultural center overlooking the Hudson River  and Palisades, Wave Hill’s mission is to celebrate the artistry and legacy of its gardens and landscape, to preserve its magnificent views, and to explore human connections to the natural world through programs in horticulture, education and the arts.

HOURS  Open all year, Tuesday through Sunday and many major holidays: 9AM—4:30PM. Closes 5:30PM, March 15—October 31.  

ADMISSION  $8 adults, $4 students and seniors 65+, $2 children 6—18. Free Saturday mornings until noon. Free all day on July Tuesdays.  Free to Wave Hill Members and children under 6.

PROGRAM FEES  Program s are free with admission to the grounds unless otherwise noted.

Visitors to Wave Hill can take advantage of Metro-North’s one-day getaway offer. Purchase a discount round-trip rail far and discount admission to the gardens. More at http://mta.info/mnr/html/getaways/outbound_wavehill.htm

DIRECTIONS – Getting here is easy! Located only 3o minutes from midtown Manhattan, Wave Hill’s free shuttle van transports you to and from our front gate and Metro-North’s Riverdale station, as well as the 242^nd Street stop on the #1 subway line. Limited onsite parking is available for $8 per vehicle. Free offsite parking is available nearby with continuous, complimentary shuttle service to and from the offsite lot and our front gate. Complete directions and shuttle bus schedule at www.wavehill.org/visit/.

Information at 718.549.3200. On the web at www.wavehill.org.

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