Wave Hill Events September 13–September 20

 

   Garden and Gallery offer highlights this week. Our annual plant sale starts on Friday, offering choice additions to your green space. Then on Sunday our fall exhibitions open. The group show, Tandem Pursuits: Armor & Ichthyology, explores the passions and professions of Bashford Dean, resident of Wave Hill House from 1909 until his death in 1928. During this time, Dean served as both Curator of Arms and Armor at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Curator of Fish at the American Museum of Natural History.  Inspired by this unique intersection of interests, Wave Hill’s curatorial team has brought together a remarkable group of contemporary artworks that explores concepts of adaptation, pattern and protection. I’ve had a chance to read about each of the works in the show―spoiler alert: imagine an armor-like structure encrusted with countless blue roses―and highly recommend coming for the opening reception to take a first look.

P.S. If you are in a hands-on kind of mood, there’s still time to register for Rachael Wren’s plein-air oil painting workshop.

FRI, SEPTEMBER 13    WAVE HILL PLANT SALE

Don’t miss this once-a-year opportunity to acquire some great plants for your home garden! Staff experts are on hand this weekend to offer personal assistance as you shop from a wide range of rare plants, superior cultivars and top-notch performers, hand-selected by the Wave Hill gardeners.

PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 10AM−4PM

SAT, SEPTEMBER 14   WAVE HILL PLANT SALE

Don’t miss this once-a-year opportunity to acquire some great plants for your home garden! Staff experts are on hand this weekend to offer personal assistance as you shop from a wide range of rare plants, superior cultivars and top-notch performers, hand-selected by the Wave Hill gardeners.

PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 10AM−4PM

SAT, SEPTEMBER 14    FAMILY ART PROJECT—SHIELD ME WITH A TURTLE SHELL

Marvel at the beautiful protective shell of the turtle and build, design and decorate a shell of your own. Then, we’ll gather outside at 12:30PM for a very slow parade—at a turtle’s pace—weather permitting. Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon.

WAVE HILL HOUSE, 10AM‒1PM

SAT, SEPTEMBER 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. In this beginner-level class, Irving Yee, a member of the William CC Chen Tai Chi School, introduces students to the internal martial arts and promotes an awareness of its benefits. Sessions are held outdoors only and are weather dependent. Call 718.549.3200 x245 by 8AM on the day of the class for program updates. Session fee: $23/Wave Hill Member $15. Registration opens onsite at 9:30AM.

MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 10‒11AM

SUN, SEPTEMBER 15    WAVE HILL PLANT SALE

Don’t miss this once-a-year opportunity to acquire some great plants for your home garden! Staff experts are on hand this weekend to offer personal assistance as you shop from a wide range of rare plants, superior cultivars and top-notch performers, hand-selected by the Wave Hill gardeners.

PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 10AM−4PM

SUN, SEPTEMBER 15    FAMILY ART PROJECT—SHIELD ME WITH A TURTLE SHELL

Marvel at the beautiful protective shell of the turtle and build, design and decorate a shell of your own. Then, we’ll gather outside at 12:30PM for a very slow parade—at a turtle’s pace—weather permitting. Free with admission to the grounds.

WAVE HILL HOUSE, 10AM‒1PM

SUN, SEPTEMBER 15    HATHA YOGA

Find refuge from city life by practicing seasonal yoga. Decrease stress and increase your energy by focusing on your posture, your breath and your mind/body/spirit. Classes are led by Neem Dewji, certified in Hatha and Therapeutic Yoga from The Yoga for Health Foundation, England, and The Integral Yoga Institute, NYC. All levels welcome. Sessions are held outdoors only and are weather dependent. Call 718.549.3200 x245 by 8AM on the day of the class for program updates. Session fee: $23/Wave Hill Member $15. Registration opens onsite at 9:30AM.

MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 10‒11:15AM

SUN, SEPTEMBER 15    MEDITATION

This fall, take a moment to release stress and reconnect with your inner self while practicing meditation. Each session includes instruction in simple techniques followed by 20 to 30 minutes of meditation. Led by Yoga for Bliss director Neem Dewji and other qualified instructors. All levels welcome. Session fee: $23/Wave Hill Member $15. Registration opens onsite at 9:30AM.

MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 11:30AM‒12:45PM

SUN, SEPTEMBER 15    OPENING RECEPTION FOR FALL EXHIBITIONS

Join us for a reception marking the opening of Wave Hill’s fall exhibitions, Tandem Pursuits: Armor & Ichthyology, which celebrates the interests of former Wave Hill House resident Bashford Dean and Sunroom Project Space installations by Van Lier Visual Artist Fellows Onyedika Chuke and Francisco Donoso.

GLYNDOR GALLERY, 2–4:30PM

SUN, SEPTEMBER 15    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

MON, SEPTEMBER 16

Closed to the public.

TUE, SEPTEMBER 17    GARDEN HIGHLIGHTS WALK

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

MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 11AM

TUE, SEPTEMBER 17    GALLERY TOUR

Join a curatorial fellow for a tour of Wave Hill’s fall exhibition, Tandem Pursuits: Armor & Ichthyology, which celebrates the interests of former Wave Hill House resident Bashford Dean. Dean was Curator of Arms and Armor at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Curator of Fish at the American Museum of Natural History. The intersection of his interest in both fish and armor provides the opportunity to bring together a remarkable group of contemporary art that explores concepts of adaptation, pattern, and protection. The tour also includes Sunroom Project Space installations by Van Lier Visual Artist Fellows Onyedika Chuke and Francisco Donoso. Tours take place Tuesdays and Saturdays at 2PM. Free with admission to the grounds.

GLYNDOR GALLERY, 2PM

THU, SEPTEMBER 19    EARLY MORNING MEMBERS’ GARDEN WALK

Just for members! Enjoy special access to the grounds on a quiet autumn morning before we open to the public. Horticultural Interpreter Charles Day or Assistant Director of Public Programs Laurel Rimmer leads this early-morning garden walk. Seniors welcome! Although this event is free for Wave Hill Members, registration is required, online at www.wavehill.org, by calling 718.549.3200 x305 or at the Perkins Visitor Center.

MEET AT WAVE HILL FRONT GATE, 8AM

THU, SEPTEMBER 19    LANDSCAPE OIL PAINTING ART WORKSHOP

Exploring the Fall Palette

Explore techniques and concepts of oil painting in this plein-air class. Working from direct observation of the landscape, consider composition, creating space through color and edge, paint handling and the reasons for using a limited palette. Artist Rachael Wren offers demonstrations, critiques and individual guidance. All levels welcome. Limited supplies provided. $135/Wave Hill Member $105. Registration required, online at www.wavehill.org, by calling 718.549.3200 x305 or at the Perkins Visitor Center. The series continues September 26 and October 3.

MEET AT THE ECOLOGY BUILDING, 10AM−1PM

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—5:30PM. Closes 4:30PM, November 1—March 14.  

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

PROGRAM FEES  Programs 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.

Assemblyman Jose Rivera Claims he was Called an Asshole by City Comptroller Candidate Scott Stringer

   In a New York Post Story Bronx Assemblyman (and former Bronx Democratic County Leader) Jose Rivera claims that Manhattan Borough President and candidate for City Comptroller Scott Stringer called him an "Asshole" for supporting Eliot Spitzer for City Comptroller. This is reported to have happened before  the Dionne Warwick concert that took place in Seton Park in the Riverdale section of the Bronx.

  

   I saw Assemblyman Rivera with his close political advisor Mr. Mike Nieves (a former Queens council candidate this year) with Spitzer for Comptroller material, but this was after Spitzer had left, and before Stringer arrived to the Warwick concert. I also saw both Assemblyman Rivera and Mr. Nieves at the opening of 15th City Council candidate Albert Alvarez"s campaign office that is doubling as a Spitzer for Comptroller site. Alvarez was Chief of Staff to Assemblyman Rivera's son Joel Rivera for his 12 years as the councilman from the 15th district. 

     

 

1,000 Attend Dionne Warwick Concert in Seton Park

   Estimates of about or more than 1,000 people in attendance at last night's Dionne Warwick concert that was held in Seton Park in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The politicians and those running for office were also there. Both candidates for city Comptroller Eliot Spitzer who left early, and Scott Stringer who arrived shortly after Spitzer left. Public Advocate candidate Dan Squadron, Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz, 11th City Council District candidates Andrew Cohen and Cliff Stanton (who handed out free ice cream on the hot night). The concert was one of a series being sponsored by State Senator Jeff Klein throughout his senate district in the Bronx and Westchester County.

   Ms. Warwick arrived as the elected officials were speaking, and went right into song even before they left the stage that was set up for her in the park. Ms. Warwick sang hit after hit, and roamed across the large stage so people could see her and take photos from many different angles. The concert ended at 9PM and the crowd was thanked for coming by Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr., who said that he was a big fan of Ms. Warwick. People came from all over the Bronx to see the Dionne Warwick Concert, with some saying to me they attend every concert that Senator Klein has scheduled. Below are some photos.

 

Before the Dionne Warwick Concert began in Seton Park the elected officials were there.

Left - Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz (left), State Senators Dan Squadron (candidate for Public Advocate center), and Jeff Klein (right).

Right - Manhattan Borough President and candidate for City Comptroller Scott Stringer stumping for votes.

11th City Council candidates Andrew Cohen and Cliff Stanton were at the event.
Left - Stanton is handing out free ice cream.
Right - Cohen is just enjoying a great evening with the people.

Left - You can see just how large the stage set up in the park was.
Right - A close up of Ms. Warwick.

 

Left - One shot of the huge crowd that came to Seton Park to hear Ms. Dionne Warwick. 

Right - Some of the ice cream wrappers found on the ground after the concert.

KHNIA Health & Wellness Fair-- September 21, 2013

 

The Kingsbridge Heights Neighborhood Improvement Association

2805 University Avenue Suite B    Bronx, NY 10468-2608

718-618-7550       FAX: 718-618-7549

KHNIA@AOL.COM      HTTP://WWW.KHNIA.BLOGSPOT.COM

 

 

 

   The Kingsbridge Heights Neighborhood Improvement Association is sponsoring a Community Health Fair on Saturday, September 21, 2013 from 10 AM to 6 PM on Reservoir Avenue between 197th Street and University Avenue.

 

The purpose of the fair is to help the attendees to learn to take better care of themselves and their families.  At the fair they will have a chance to speak with medical professionals, get blood pressure screening and learn the benefits of massage and body work.  This is a free event with no charge to attendees.

 

 Volunteers are needed to help make the health fair a success.  There are a limited number of spaces available for health related vendors.

 

For more information or to reserve a space please contact us at the number below. 

 

Thank you, we hope to see you on September 21.

 

 

Al Chapman

Chair, Board of Directors

 

RSVP:  718-618-7550 

 

 

Bronx Young Democrats to Host 2013 Candidate Reception

 

The Bronx Young Democrats

                                  

                                

Bronx Young Democrats to Host

2013 Candidate Reception

Wednesday Night August 27^th, 2013. 7 - 10 PM                  

Who: The Bronx Young Democrats and candidates for Mayor, Comptroller, Public Advocate and City Council.  Candidates expected to attend include Christine Quinn, Bill Thompson, Anthony Weiner, John Liu, Erick Salgado, Sal Albanese, Letitia James, Reshma Saujani, Andrew Cohen, James Vacca, Fernando Cabrera, Vanessa Gibson, Annabel Palma and many others.  Other special guests include Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr., Bronx Democratic Party Chairman Carl Heastie, Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz and State Senator Jeff Klein.

What: A Meet and Greet Reception for BYD members and other young Bronxites to meet and learn more about the Democratic candidates for Citywide and Bronx City Council seats in advance of this year’s Democratic primary.

When: Wednesday August 28^th, 2013 from 7:00pm-10:00pm

Where: The Bronx Ale House, 216 West 238^th Street

For more  information Contact: Daniel Johnson  (516) 672-3819 

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The Bronx Young Democrats seek to engage young democrats in the pursuit and implementation of the values and principles of the Bronx Democratic Party. Through outreach, educational activities and advocacy, the Bronx Young Democrats will promote the ideals of the Democratic Party, and lend its support to those candidates and members who exhibit the highest standards of integrity and conviction. The Bronx Young Democrats will work incessantly to empower Bronx residents and the Community through its alliance with the Bronx Democratic Party and its unending commitment to service, justice and fairness.

12th Annual Jerome–Gun Hill BID Fall Festival!

  The Jerome-Gun Hill Business Improvement District (BID) announces the 12^th Annual Jerome-Gun Hill BID Fall Festival, being held on Saturday, September 21^st, 2013, from 11am to 6pm, on Jerome Avenue between East Gun Hill Road and Mosholu Parkway, and on E. 208th Street between Dekalb and Jerome Avenue in the Norwood section of the Bronx.

This year the Jerome-Gun Hill Business Improvement District celebrates the 12^th anniversary of the area’s biggest annual event, the Jerome-Gun Hill BID ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL! Attendees, as well as sponsors, will have access to over 30,000 festivalgoers, including 250 BID merchants. The day will consist of an all day concert series produced by Al Pizarro, hosted by well-known personalities, and featuring yesterday and today’s most popular artists! There will be food stands, and over 100 vendors who will showcase, and sell, their goods and services to Bronxites, and fellow New Yorkers.

Last year was a great success and we hope that this year, marking our 12^th Year Anniversary Celebration, will be even greater! We hope you will join us at this fantastic, fun-filled, FREE, annual community event. 

For more information, call (718) 324-4946 or visit www.jeromegunhillbid.org.

Event: Jerome–Gun Hill BID Festival

Date: Saturday, September 21^st, 2013

Time: 11am – 6pm

Location: Jerome Ave. btwn E. Gun Hill Rd & Mosholu Pkwy., and E. 208^th St. btwn Dekalb & Jerome Ave

Admission: Free

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About The Jerome-Gun Hill Business Improvement District (BID)

Managed by Mosholu Preservation Corporation (MPC), the Jerome-Gun Hill Business Improvement District (BID) gives support to over 200 businesses within its catchment area, which runs along Jerome Avenue between Mosholu Parkway and East Gun Hill Road and East Gun Hill Road between Jerome and Webster avenues. Small family-run operations and national chain stores alike rely on the BID for updates on regulations and guidance in dealing with borough and citywide agencies. The BID also collaborates with owners of vacant property, suggesting new businesses that would offer a needed service or product currently absent from the neighborhood, thus enriching the area’s retail mix.

Allerton Avenue Festival Huge Hit

  Sunday's Allerton Avenue Festival presented this year by Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj was the best yet. it was almost like a sold out rock concert as people were lined sidewalk to sidewalk viewing and eating the many different foods and other attractions this year. Assemblyman Gjonaj brought out the horse ride from last year that was a big hit on Halloween, and this time there was no hay. The 49th Pct. was there with the sky high rock climb wall. there was a stage where people went just nuts for Vic and his band "Just Nuts". There were of course the elected officials and those who are candidates especially from the 15th City Council District where the event was taking place in. 

 Left & Right - You can see some of the entertainment that was on hand.

Left - There were samples of homemade cakes.
Right - Assemblyman Gjonaj handing out one of his whistles for children and seniors. 

Left - The giant rock climbing wall exhibit from the NYPD.
Right - the stage where the music came from, and also the politicians spoke from, as you see 82nd A.D. Assemblyman Michael Bennedetto speaking to the crowd.

John Liu Opens Bronx Campaign Office

  Mayoral candidate John Liu is the first and only candidate to have a free standing campaign office in the Bronx. The location of the new John Liu for Mayor campaign office is 2435 Jerome Avenue by Fordham Road and across the street from P.S. 33. Many people attended the ribbon cutting ceremony yesterday, and current Comptroller John Liu has invested much time and resources in courting the Bronx vote that came out strong for him 4 years ago.The phone number for the Bronx John Liu for Mayor campaign offie is 347-813-8829, or you can go to www.JohnLiu2013.comFOLLOW @JohnLiu2013 | LIKE facebook.com/Liu.NYC

 

Left - People were waiting for Mayoral candidate John Liu to show up and officially open his new Bronx campaign office at 2435 Jerome Avenue.

Right - Mayoral candidate John Liu thanks one of his supporters while Committee of 100 Democrats Chairman Ricky Martinez stands in the foreground.

 

Left - The blessing is given to the new office, as Mayoral candidate John Liu gets ready to cut the ribbon.

Right - The ribbon is cut, and Mayoral candidate John Liu's New Bronx campaign Headquarters is now open at 2435 Jerome Avenue.