WAVE HILL EVENTS JULY 20-27

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

SAT, JULY 21   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 21    FAMILY ART PROJECT—WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE

Water, Water Everywhere/Agua, agua en todas partes

Sketch the river landscape, enjoy the cool sprinklers and discover that water is everywhere! Experiment with several different techniques to create watery images and liquid landscapes to take home. Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon.

ECOLOGY BUILDING, 10AM‒1PM

SAT, JULY 21    WAVE HILL HISTORY WALK

Discover the fascinating history of the gardens, buildings and the people who once called Wave Hill their home, with historian and Wave Hill Garden Guide Deirdre LaPorte. Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon.

MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 11AM

SAT, JULY 21   FAMILY GALLERY TOUR

Family Gallery Tours offer an opportunity for children and their parents or caregivers to enjoy looking at and sharing ideas about art. Tours will include discussions and activities about contemporary art that responds to Wave Hill’s Wild Garden. The tour begins promptly at 1pm and lasts approximately 45 minutes. A maximum of 20 visitors can be accommodated on the tour. Children ages 4 and older are welcome with an adult. Free with admission to the grounds.

GLYNDOR GALLERY, 1PM

SAT, JULY 21    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

SUN, JULY 22   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 22    FAMILY ART PROJECT—WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE

Water, Water Everywhere/Agua, agua en todas partes

Sketch the river landscape, enjoy the cool sprinklers and discover that water is everywhere! Experiment with several different techniques to create watery images and liquid landscapes to take home. Free with admission to the grounds.

ECOLOGY BUILDING, 10AM‒1PM

SUN, JULY 22    DRAGONFLY WALK

Did you know that dragonflies begin their lives underwater? Join naturalist Paul Keim on this family-friendly nature walk to observe interesting aspects of dragonfly behavior and view their aerial antics in the garden. Ages 6 and older welcome with an adult. Free with admission to the grounds.

MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 12:30PM

SUN, JULY 22   GARDEN HIGHLIGHTS WALK

Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights. Free with admission to the grounds.

MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 2PM

SUN, JULY 22    WILD GARDEN ARTISTS TALK

Join Assistant Curator Gabriel de Guzman and artists Chris Doyle and Julie Evans for an insiders’ tour of the summer exhibition Tending toward the Untamed: Artists Respond to the Wild Garden. Free with admission to the grounds.

GLYNDOR GALLERY, 2PM

MON, JULY 23

Closed to the public

TUE, JULY 24    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 24    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 day.

GLYNDOR GALLERY, 2PM

WED, JULY 25    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 25    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 25    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 25    BxINDIE MUSIC AT SUNSET—JAZZ QUARTETEnjoy 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. Tonight, the Libby Richman Quartet offers a program of smooth jazz that combines original music and standards. Free with admission to the grounds.
ON THE GROUNDS, 7PM

WED, JULY 25    BAT WALK

Yes, there are bats in NYC! Hunt for these mysterious creatures of the night with naturalist Paul Keim, the “Batman of Brooklyn.” Aided by the use of an electronic device called an echo locator, participants use both eyes and ears to search for bats as they skim the dusky sky looking for insects. Ages 10 and older welcome with an adult. Space is limited. $10 Member/$18 Non-member. Registration required, online at www.wavehill.org, by calling 718.549.3200 x305 or at the Perkins Visitor Center. Rain date: August 1.

MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 7:30−9PM

THU, JULY 26    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

THU, JULY 26    GARDEN WALK—REVELING IN THE SUNSHINE

Horticultural Interpreter Charles Day leads this walk, part of a series examining strategies that plants have evolved to survive the hottest months of the year. Some plants thrive in the sunniest areas of the garden. Investigate tricky adaptations that keep plants perky as they bask in the hot sun. This walk repeats Saturday, July 28. Free with admission to the grounds.

MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 2PM

FRI, JULY 27   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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Espaillat: "It's Not Over Yet"

     Wednesday Night July 3rd current State Senator and candidate in the 13th Congressional race Adriano Eapaillat told a packed room of supporters that the race for the 13th C.D. is not over yet. "We will fight until every vote is counted", and asked those in attendance to come forward with any problems that occurred at any poll site to suppress voter participation  be reported to the campaign if it has not already been done.  We were told that there were problems at poll sites in most of the district with the Tracy Towers and Fordham Hill poll sites at the top of the list.

    Espaillat said that the campaign is now in the technical phase, and legal process. He added that the campaign will be at the Board of Elections Thursday morning to watch the counting of the remaining ballots that have to be counted. Espaillat then thanked all the people who helped on the campaign from the Bronx, Washington Heights, Marble Hill, and any other part of the district. 

      Below are a few photos of the event. You can click on the photo to enlarge it.

Left -  Manhattan District Leader Mark Levine, Right - Bronx District Leader Yudelka Tapia speaking to the huge crowd.

Left - Espaillat as he is in the front of the room after thanking people who helped on the campaign. Right - Espaillat waits to be introduced to the crowd.

Left - The crowd roars as Espaillat is introduced. Right - Espaillat addressing the crowd on where the campaign is at the moment.

     

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FORDHAM ROAD BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

FORDHAM FEVER FRIDAY’S! at MULLER PARK & PLAZA

The Fordham Road Business Improvement District (BID) presents Fordham Fever Friday’s! taking place the first Friday of the month (Friday, July 6, August 3, September 7, and October 5, 2012) from 11AM-4PM at Muller Park & Plaza at East Fordham Road & Creston Avenue.

Join the Fordham Road BID as they expand their retail services into a unique day of culturally diverse activities, giving shoppers and their families a delightful experience while visiting one of the busiest shopping districts in the Bronx. Shoppers can take a break from bargain hunting and bring children to enjoy Native American Storytelling, stretch and learn how to make the most of a hot day work-out with a fitness challenge boot camp instructor, or listen to live music later in the afternoon. 

The event series will feature free Native American Storytelling with Bobby Gonzalez, free Belin Sports & Fitness Boot Camp Demos, artists displaying their artwork, live musical performances and much more.

The Fordham Road BID is a non-profit corporation under contract with the City of New York to provide supplementary services to the community. The BID focuses on sanitation, beautification, promotion and overall advocacy of the Fordham Road area – striving to make the district a more attractive and dynamic locale in which to shop, work and visit. The BID boundaries extend from Third to Jerome Avenues along East Fordham Road and also includes the commercial areas on select side streets.  The district is comprised of approximately 80 buildings and almost 300 businesses ranging from nationwide chains to locally owned independent shops.

For more information about this event or any of our other programs, events or services, please contact the BID office at (718) 562-2104 or visit the BID website at www.fordhamroadbid.org.

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State Senator Rivera Hosts Bronx CAN Health Initiative Event Focused on Nutrition

SENATOR RIVERA HOSTS BRONX CAN HEALTH FAIR

The focus of Saturday's Health Fair is Nutrition and Healthy Eating

     State Senator Gustavo Rivera, along with Montefiore Medical Center and other community health partners will host the second Bronx CAN Health health fair of the summer on Saturday July 7th  at St. James Park. The Bronx CAN Health Initiative was launched in response to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's study that showed the Bronx as the unhealthiest county in the state of New York. The month of July as well as the July 7th health fair will be focused on nutrition and ways to eat better. 

  

WHO: Senator Gustavo Rivera, Montefiore Medical Center and other community partners 

  

WHAT: Bronx CAN Health Initiative Second Health Fair

  

WHERE:  St. James Park- 2530 Jerome Ave Bronx NY 10468

  

WHEN: Saturday, July 7th, 2012 1:30-3:30 PM

This event is the second in a series of Bronx CAN Health fairs. All events are free and open to the public. The last Bronx CAN Health fair will be on August 4, 2012 at St. James Park from 1:30PM to 3:30PM and will focus on access to affordable health care.

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Statement from Assemblyman Marcos A. Crespo Supporting Con Ed Workers

As a State Assemblyman and Member of the NYS Assembly Energy Committee, I support the 8,500 members of Locals 1 and 2 Utility Workers of America who have been locked out in their fight for a fair

contract with Con Edison.

Certainly no one wants to see electric service disrupted to homes and businesses of New York’s 3.2 million Con Ed customers this summer, but no one should blame union leaders for advocating for their workers since this is, in fact, the time of year when their union contract has been set to expire. As we enter the height of the summer season, New Yorkers are at great risk of a heat wave leading to black outs and other life or death emergencies. Now is not the time to exacerbate this risk by locking out workers who are trained and ready to address any situation that may arise.

I am respectfully requesting Con Ed’s administration to bring these workers back to their positions and that they work with union leaders, return to the bargaining table and negotiate a fair contract in good faith.

While the economy has continued a slow rebound, Con Edison has seen increased rates and has been cited for having one of the country’s highest paid Chief Executive. None of which helps their argument in seeking these steep demands from the hard working men and women who keep Con Ed running.

My District Leader, Mr. Michael Robles, a hard working member of this union, is an active National Guardsmen, and a father of three beautiful children who has earned the right to provide for his children and to enjoy this Independence Day celebrating the greatness of our country. Neither Mr. Robles nor any of his colleagues should have to spend their time on any picket line.

The responsible thing for all parties is for negotiations to continue while these individuals remain on the job.

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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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