Monday, April 14, 2014

Annual BCC Golf Outing on Wednesday, May 21st


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Join the Bronx Chamber for the
Annual Golf Outing
Wednesday, May 21st !
 
This year a portion of the proceeds
will be donated to the American Cancer Society!
 
See below for more details & registration info!
With questions or to RSVP, contact Alexandra at 718-828-3900 or Alexandra@Bronxchamber.org
 
  
 
  
  
   

Annual Business Expo with Keynote Speaker NYS Attorney General Eric Schneiderman


 
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Join the Bronx Chamber for the
Annual Business Expo
on Wednesday, June 11th
at the Villa Barone Manor!
 
 
Become a vendor & showcase your business!
 
Enjoy Breakfast with Keynote Speaker
NYS Attorney General Eric Schneiderman!
 
 
 
See below for more details & registration info!
With questions or to RSVP, contact Alexandra at 718-828-3900
 
 
  
   
    
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26th Annual Banquet of the New York Hispanic Clergy Organization,


  It was the New York Hispanic Clergy Organization's biggest moment when His Eminence, Timothy Cardinal Dolan was in attendance for the coalitions 26th annual banquet this past Saturday. Seated on the dais along with Cardinal Dolan were NYHCO President State Senator Rev. Ruben Diaz Sr., New York State Attorney General Eric Schniderman, Comptroller Tom Dinapoli, Congressman Charlie Rangel, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr., State Senate co-leader Jeff Klein, State Senator Adriano Espaillat, Assembly members Marcos Crespo, Mark Gjonaj, Jose Rivera, and Luis Sepulveda, New York City Public Advocate Letitia James, City Council members Maria Del Carmen Arroyo, Fernando Cabrera, Vanessa Gibson, and Andy King, as well as Republican candidate for governor Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino.
  It was standing room only with proud clergy members and followers who enjoyed every minute of the luncheon. The six honorees were Rev. Byron Castello, Rev,. Amaurys Mella, Rev. Rosa Cadiz, Rev. Danilo Lachapel, Hna. Carmen V. Sanabria, and Rev. Hector Castillo.    
  Cardinal Dolan thanked the elected officials for their help, but said that munch more help from them is needed. He added that like charter schools the parochial schools also need help like was given to the charter schools. Of the elected officials many tried their hand at opening with a Spanish dialogue. State Comptroller Dinapoli said that he is the one who signs Senator Rev Diaz Sr.'s check, and that Senator Diaz earns every dollar. Since he was in the Bronx Congressman Rangel again let everyone know that he is an alumnus of DeWitt Clinton High School. The best line however had to come from Bronx Borough President  Ruben Diaz Jr. with one of his usual sayings about the Bronx, "This is Gods Country".  
 The honorees are seated at the front table, and the elected officials are seated behind the honorees as the program begins with the pledge.
Left - Cardinal Dolan poses for photo with Bronx Borough President Rubin Diaz Jr. and New York State  Comptroller Tom Dinapoli.
Right - Cardinal Dolan chats with Comptroller Dinapoli. 



Cardinal Dolan addresses the huge crowd on hand for the NYHCO luncheon.

Left - State Senate Co-Leader Jeff Klein speaks of the recently passed state budget, and what it means for the people in the room.
Right - Assemblyman Luis Sepulveda is seated between 13th congressional candidates incumbent Congressman Charles Rangel and challenger State Senator Adriano Espaillat with Public Advocate Letitia James on Senator Espaillat's other side.


 

Sunday, April 13, 2014

Senator Klein's Annual Bunny Breakfast


  Saturday State Senator Jeff Klein invited hundreds of children and their parents to his Annual Bunny Breakfast. There was a healthy breakfast, face painting, a giant Easter bunny, and Magician John Tudor of Simply Magic. Senator Klein was very brief in his comments saying that the event was for the children as you will see in the photos below. 














Left - Two young girls are singing the opening song.
Right - Senator Klein is very brief in his opening statement explaining that today is for the children.














Left - Jazmin Valentine before getting her face painted.
Right - Jazmin with her face painted.














Left - Danlye and Tanvir are building their bunnies.
Right - Senator Klein even had a life size bunny for children to have their photo taken with.

 













Left - Senator Klein joins the children as the magic act is about to start.
Right - You can see the crowd as John the Magician starts his act.
 













Left - John the Magician make a bunny appear with the help of his assistants.
Right - John goes into the audience to show the next one he made appear.














Left - A balloon is placed in a box held by 2 assistants.
Right - John the Magician turns the balloon into a bunny, to the surprise of his assistants.


Friday, April 11, 2014

Council Member Cohen Introduces Legislation to Make Parking More Convenient for Motorists


  At Thursday's Stated Council Meeting, Council Member Andrew Cohen introduced legislation that would make parking more convenient for motorists throughout New York City.  The bill states that on blocks longer than two hundred feet, signs indicating parking, stopping or standing regulations shall be posted every one hundred feet or less.

There are currently no guidelines for the placement of parking signs on city streets.  The Department of Transportation presently installs signs where they deem necessary. 

“Trying to find parking is extremely difficult already.  To make matter worse, on too many streets in our city, particularly in the outer boroughs, the irregularity of parking signage makes this daily routine frustrating.  This law will require that signs are placed at regular intervals and help ensure that the parking regulations are more easily visible for motorists,” said Council Member Andrew Cohen.

“Additionally, some motorists receive fines for parking illegally, unbeknownst to them, as they are unaware of the parking regulations due to the fact that the signage is posted much further down the street.  This law would assist motorists in adhering to the regulations currently in place which would lessen the fines they inadvertently receive,” the Councilman added.

The bill has been submitted to the Council’s Transportation Committee for review.


Thursday, April 10, 2014

Senator Klein Visits Riverdale Students Participating in College Trip Program at RKA


  College trips made possible with funding from Senator Klein

Senator Jeff Klein visited with high school students, guidance counselors and school administrators at MS/HS 141 Riverdale/Kingsbridge Academy in Riverdale this morning to learn from students about their experiences on college trips made possible with funding Senator Klein provided through Project BOOST.

Senator Klein said, “Visiting a college campus, and getting a sense of each school's academic and cultural environment, is a critical component to every student's decision making process.  Listening to the incredible insights and experiences they gained from their visits proves exactly that. I am proud to have made these opportunities possible for the 200 students at MS/HS 141 who visited a wide range of colleges throughout the region. The stories we heard today illustrate exactly why we need to continue supporting programs like Project BOOST that give students access to the types of extracurricular experiences they may not otherwise have.”
 














Left - Senator Klein speaks with one student about her choice of which college she will be attending.
Right - Senator Klein and RKA Principal Lora O'Mara go over the list of RKA students that participated in the Project Boost program provided by the senator.

 Principal O'Mara introduces Senator Klein to the students.

Senator Klein, Principal O'Mara, and the students.


Upcoming Events and Important Deadlines in April


  News from Assemblyman Luis Sepulveda - 

I want to let you know about some exciting events that we have coming up in the 87th Assembly District in the next few weeks.
  • Sunday, April 13th from 3:00pm – 6:00pm there will be an Easter Basket Give-Away at St. Andrews Church Parish Hall located at 781 Castle Hill Ave.  If you would like to receive a basket your child must be present and you must have a voucher.  To receive a voucher, please call my office at 718-931-2620.
  • Saturday, April 19th from 1:00pm – 4:00pm we will be hosting a Sustainable Spring Fling at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church located at 1891 McGraw Ave.  This is a great opportunity to celebrate spring and Earth Day and where you can learn simple tips that will save you money and help our planet.  All are welcome to attend.
I’d also like to remind you that the deadlines to sign up for Pre-K and the Summer Youth Employment Program are quickly approaching.
If your child was born in 2010 they will be eligible for Pre-K in September.  With the expansion of Pre-K in New York City now is the time to start looking into available programs.  Please click here for more information on how to apply and if your child qualifies.  The deadline to apply is April 23rd.
If you or someone you know is between the ages of 18 and 24 they may be eligible for the Summer Youth Employment Program.  This program provides youth employment for up to six weeks in July and August.  Click here for more information on how to apply.  We also have applications available in my District Office, located at 1973 Westchester Ave.  The deadline to apply is April 25th.
I'd also like to inform you that due to computer work being done by the state my office will be closed this Saturday, April 12th.  I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
If you have any questions about these events, or if you'd like more information on either of the programs, please call my District Office at 718-931-2620.  


Assemblyman Luis R. Sepulveda
87th A.D.
 

Wave Hill Events April 25–May 2

 
FRI, SAT, SUN, APRIL 25, 26, 27    ARBOR WEEKEND
Arbor Day extends into a weekend celebration with a tree giveaway, tree walks and talks, a bike tour of trees in the Bronx, a tree-themed Family Art Project and a junior arborist station sponsored by Almstead Tree, Shrub & Lawn Care.

FRI, APRIL 25    TREE GIVEAWAY
Thanks to a partnership with MillionTreesNYC, Wave Hill welcomes families, individuals and community groups to pick up a free tree for planting on private property within the five boroughs of New York City. Staff horticulturists will be on hand to help you make your selection and simple tree planting and care instructions will be available. At home, all you’ll need is a spade, a place to plant and access to water. Trees will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Arbor Weekend event.
VISITOR PARKING LOT, 9–11AM

FRI, APRIL 25   GARDEN WALK: GREAT TREES OF WAVE HILL—A VIEW FROM THE TOP
Don’t miss this special tour of Wave Hill’s magnificent living collection with Assistant Director of Horticulture Brian McGowan. Wander among centuries-old trees and newly-planted specimens and see first-hand how our tree planting and maintenance plan will provide shade and beauty for future generations of visitors. Free with admission to the grounds. Arbor Weekend event.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 1PM

SAT, APRIL 26    FAMILY ART PROJECT: BUDS, BUDS, BUDS
Explore Wave Hill’s many budding trees and observe the myriad shapes and sizes of these flowery beginnings. Then, using a wood base, paper and a variety of natural materials, make a sculptural tree—and even add a nest of eggs or a plaster-of-Paris flock of birds. Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon. Arbor Weekend event.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 10AM‒1PM

SAT, APRIL 26    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 as weather permits. Session fee: $25/$15 Wave Hill Member. Register online and, day of, onsite at the Perkins Visitor Center. (Reservations may not be made by telephone.) Online registration closes at 8AM on the day of the session. Cancellations must be made by 3PM the Friday before; after that, refunds will not be made.  Drops-ins will be accommodated as the limited space permits. Participants must present a Member’s ID card or a printed program registration form at the front gate.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 10‒11AM

SAT, APRIL 26    TREES OF THE BRONX BIKE TOUR
In celebration of Arbor Day, join professional photographer Benjamin Swett, author of New York City of Trees (April 2013), and Boogie Down Rides, a Bronx-based bicycling and art project, on a bicycle tour of significant trees in the Bronx. Explore the connections between the urban forest and the rich cultural heritage of our borough. Tour begins at Woodlawn Cemetery and ends at Wave Hill. Snacks and water provided. $20/$10 Wave Hill Member. Registration required, online at www.wavehill.org, onsite at the Perkins Visitor Center or by calling 718.549.3200 x251. Arbor Weekend event.
MEET AT WOODLAWN CEMETERY, 10AM−1PM

SAT, APRIL 26    JUNIOR ARBORIST STATION
Kids ages seven and up are invited to don tree-climbing harnesses and hardhats and ascend into the canopy of our old sugar maple tree to get a birds-eye view of Wave Hill. Arborists from Almstead Tree and Shrub Care—who have generously sponsored this free program—are on hand to assist budding arborists and answer questions about the big old trees at Wave Hill. Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon. Arbor Weekend event.
ON THE GROUNDS, 11AM–3PM

SAT, APRIL 26    GARDEN WALK: BEST TREES FOR THE SMALL GARDEN
Are you thinking about planting a tree for your yard but overwhelmed by the choices? Enjoy a spring walk around Wave Hill as a garden interpreter highlights some great trees with four seasons of interest, suitably-scaled to the smaller garden. Free with admission to the grounds. Arbor Weekend event.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 2PM

SAT, APRIL 26    GALLERY TOUR
Join a curatorial assistant for a tour of Wave Hill's spring exhibition, Prickly, Tender and Steamy: Artists in the Hothouse, which assembles artworks that were created during Wave Hill's Winter Workspace program over the last five years. During their residencies, Gabriela Albergaria, Carrie Beckmann, Susan Benarcik, Matthew Burcaw, Asuka Hishiki, Nick Lamia, Lina Puerta, Naomi Reis, Anne-Katrin Spiess, Linda Stillman, James Walsh and Marion Wilson closely examined, and were inspired by, the living collection in Wave Hill's Marco Polo Stufano Conservatory. Representing a wide variety of mediums, the works on view give visitors multiple ways to observe the plants in the Tropical, Palm, Cactus and Succulent Houses. In the Sunroom Project Space, Brandon Neubauer's installation incorporates video projection, photographs and recorded sounds to create a portrait of the Wave Hill site that engages time, optical phenomena, topography and found objects. Tours take place Tuesdays and Saturdays at 2PM. Free with admission to the grounds.
GLYNDOR GALLERY, 2PM

SUN, APRIL 27    FAMILY ART PROJECT: BUDS, BUDS, BUDS
Explore Wave Hill’s many budding trees and observe the myriad shapes and sizes of these flowery beginnings. Then, using a wood base, paper and a variety of natural materials, make a sculptural tree—and even add a nest of eggs or a plaster-of-Paris flock of birds. Free with admission to the grounds. Arbor Weekend event.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 10AM‒1PM

SUN, APRIL 27   HATHA YOGA
Reduce stress, increase your energy and bring strength and flexibility to mind, body and spirit with a yoga practice. Classes are led by Yoga for Bliss director Neem Dewji and other certified instructors. Ms. Dewji is 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 indoors until May. Session fee: $25/$15 Wave Hill Member. Register online and, day of, onsite at the Perkins Visitor Center. (Reservations may not be made by telephone.) Online registration closes at 8AM on the day of the session. Cancellations must be made by 3PM the Friday before; after that, refunds will not be made.  Drops-ins will be accommodated as the limited space permits. Participants must present a Member’s ID card or a printed program registration form at the front gate.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 10‒11:15AM

SUN, APRIL 27    MEDITATION
This spring, 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. Classes are led by Yoga for Bliss director Neem Dewji and other certified instructors. All levels welcome. Sessions are held indoors. Session fee: $25/$15 Wave Hill Member. Register online and, day of, onsite at the Perkins Visitor Center. (Reservations may not be made by telephone.) Online registration closes at 8AM on the day of the session. Cancellations must be made by 3PM the Friday before; after that, refunds will not be made. Drops-ins will be accommodated as the limited space permits. Participants must present a Member’s ID card or a printed program registration form at the front gate.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 11:30AM‒12:45PM

SUN, APRIL 27    GARDEN WALK: BEST TREES FOR THE SMALL GARDEN
Are you thinking about planting a tree for your yard but overwhelmed by the choices? Enjoy a spring walk around Wave Hill as a garden interpreter highlights some great trees with four seasons of interest, suitably-scaled to the smaller garden. Free with admission to the grounds. Arbor Weekend event.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 2PM

SUN, APRIL 27   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, APRIL 27    CONCERT: DANIEL KELLY’S RAKONTO WAVE HILL
This concert features the world premiere of Rakonto Wave Hill, a jazz suite commissioned by Wave Hill and created by composer/pianist Daniel Kelly. Scored for piano, voice, saxophone, flute, clarinet, acoustic bass and drums, Kelly ingeniously weaves into the sound-scape of the work recordings he made during visits to the gardens. These recordings include a child's experience of nature, poetry recited by a visitor, Forest Project interns speaking about the bee hives, a dialogue about natural and urban settings, and, in a hip-hop section, a variety of bird calls. AM New York online has singled out Wave Hill and this show as one of the best ways to celebrate spring. Wave Hill is one of five New York institutions participating in the Rakonto project. Among them are Flushing Town Hall, in celebration of the ethnic diversity of that community, and the Long Island Children's Museum, addressing the effects of Hurricane Sandy one year later. One hour, no intermission. General Admission Tickets $32, $28 Senior, $18 child (ages 7 to 18); Wave Hill Members $22; child $12. Order online, onsite at the Perkins Visitor Center or by calling 718.549.3200 x251.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 2PM

MON, APRIL 28
Closed to the public.

TUE, APRIL 29    GARDEN HIGHLIGHTS WALK
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all day.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 11AM

TUE, APRIL 29    GALLERY TOUR
Join a curatorial assistant for a tour of Wave Hill's spring exhibition, Prickly, Tender and Steamy: Artists in the Hothouse, which assembles artworks that were created during Wave Hill's Winter Workspace program over the last five years. During their residencies, Gabriela Albergaria, Carrie Beckmann, Susan Benarcik, Matthew Burcaw, Asuka Hishiki, Nick Lamia, Lina Puerta, Naomi Reis, Anne-Katrin Spiess, Linda Stillman, James Walsh and Marion Wilson closely examined, and were inspired by, the living collection in Wave Hill's Marco Polo Stufano Conservatory. Representing a wide variety of mediums, the works on view give visitors multiple ways to observe the plants in the Tropical, Palm, Cactus and Succulent Houses. In the Sunroom Project Space, Brandon Neubauer's installation incorporates video projection, photographs and recorded sounds to create a portrait of the Wave Hill site that engages time, optical phenomena, topography and found objects. Tours take place Tuesdays and Saturdays at 2PM. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all day.
GLYNDOR GALLERY, 2PM

THU, MAY 1     ART WORKSHOP: PAINTING—ABSTRACTING THE LANDSCAPE
With Wave Hill as a starting point, learn to abstract the observed world using charcoal, ink, collage, and paint. Experiment with concepts of rhythm, shape, texture, time, scale and composition to depict the spirit and essence of the landscape. Artist Rachael Wren provides demonstrations and creative assistance as you explore your personal artistic voice. $135/$105 Wave Hill Member. Registration required, online at www.wavehill.org, onsite at the Perkins Visitor Center or by calling 718.549.3200 x251.Three-session series continues May 8 and 15.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 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—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 Tuesdays in April. Free until noon on Tuesdays in May. 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 242nd 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.