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Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Attention Bronx Chamber of Commerce Members: Upcoming Business Opportunities
Monday, September 21, 2015
SENATOR KLEIN, COUNCILMAN TORRES AND THE BODEGA ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCE “K.O. K2” CAMPAIGN; MORE THAN 1,700 BRONX BODEGAS JOIN PLEDGE NOT TO SELL SYNTHETIC MARIJUANA
With over 700 visits to Bronx emergency rooms since May, thousands of bodegas band together with Klein & Torres to protect the health and safety of New Yorkers
Bodega Association of the USA endorses Klein’s legislation to stop sale of K2 in New York State
BRONX, NY - State Senator Jeff Klein, City Councilman Ritchie Torres, President of the Bodega Association of the United States (ASOBEU) Ramon Murphy, Northeast Regional Director of the National Action Network Minister Kirsten John Foy, and Bronx bodega owners today launched the “K.O. K2” campaign and announced that more than 1,700 bodegas have joined the pledge not to sell synthetic marijuana.
Each store participating in the campaign will prominently display a sign in their window indicating that the shop does not sell synthetic marijuana in an effort to “K.O. K2.”
Senator Klein said: “The ‘K.O. K2’ campaign is the first coordinated effort by elected officials and store owners to kick K2 out of local shops and remove this poison from our streets. More than 1,700 bodega owners have joined the pledge not to sell synthetic marijuana – marking a major step forward in the fight against synthetic drugs. I’m proud to partner with Councilman Ritchie Torres and the ASOBEU to launch this important campaign and will continue to push for the passage of my comprehensive K2 legislation in the state Senate.”
Councilman Ritchie Torres said: “We must take every measure to stop the sale and consumption of K2, a deadly drug that has already taken a tremendous toll on The Bronx. Unfortunately, it is going to take more than legislation to keep this poison out of our communities. I am proud to stand with Senator Jeff Klein and the ASOBEU to announce a coordinated campaign to get K2 out of our stores and off of our streets.”
Ramon Murphy, President of the ASOBEU, said: “A bodega is a family run business that serves the community and is part of the community. Dangerous drugs and illicit substances like K2 have no place in our stores and I am proud to announce the ASOBEU’s pledge not to sell K2 in New York State. It’s the ASOBEU’s promise that our customers and the entire community feel safe in our stores. I applaud Senator Klein’s efforts to outlaw K2 and fully support his legislation currently before the State Senate.”
The ASOBEU is comprised of 5,000 members with 35 percent or 1,750 stores located in The Bronx. The “K.O. K2” campaign encompasses all Bronx bodegas but also includes a coordinated, grassroots effort by community groups and local advocates to sign up grocery stores and smoke shops throughout the borough that are not strictly defined as “bodegas.”
The photos below are of State Senator Jeff Klein explaining why combating K2 is so very important, Councilman Ritchie Torres explaining what the city council is doing to combat the use of K2, and Ramon Murphy the President of the ASOBEU, and why it is so important that his 5,000 members do not sell K2, and other bodega owners who do not belong to his association. Also in the photos is Community Board 7 Chairperson Adaline Walker-Santiago.
Above - Senator Klein, Councilman Torres, CB 7 Chair Walker-Santiago, and ASEBOU President Murphy pose for photo in front of the sign informing customers that K2 is not sold at this bodega.
Below - A blow up of the K2 is not sold here poster.
Library Reading Hour sponsored by Rotary Club of Riverdale
Youngsters 3-12 years old are invited to participate in the Reading Program on Saturday, October 3, 2015 at the Kingsbridge Library, 291 W. 231st St., 1- 1:45PM. Readers will be grouped by skill level and encouraged to read, helped with pronunciation and word understanding, and for those without reading skills, interpret pictures. There is no charge for participation. Enjoy the beauty and comfort of our newest area library.
The Rotary Club of Riverdale is part of Rotary International and sponsors the library reading project as a local community service. Volunteers who would like to help in this once monthly program, first Saturday of the month, except for holiday weekends, are invited to contact Karen Pesce, 718-549-4469.
Sunday, September 20, 2015
Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj's Immigration Forum on October 21
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Assemblyman Luis Sepúlveda Presents: Stop the Violence - Break the Silence, October 24th
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Cartoon Network’s Epic Fall TV Lineup is Coming to New York Comic Con 2015
Panels to Showcase Emmy® Award-Winning Adventure Time, Regular Show: The Movie and Long Live the Royals,
Plus a Costume Contest, Signings and more!
Who wants some more MARCELINE? Are you ready for THE ROYALS? How about Regular Show... the MOVIE? Cartoon Network is bringing all of these and MORE to New York Comic Con 2015! With panels, signings, screenings and costume contests, fans will get exclusive insider info on Cartoon Network’s anticipated fall lineup.
This year at New York Comic Con, Cartoon Network presents two epic panels starting with Adventure Time on Friday, October 9, followed by Regular Show on Saturday, October 10. During the Adventure Time panel moderated by Uncle Grandpa’sEric Bauza (Belly Bag), New York Comic Con fans will get a first look at the special eight-part series “Stakes,” live with the cast and crew, before it airs on Cartoon Network this Fall. Regular Show fans can join series creator JG Quintel (Mordecai) and the rest of the cast and crew to catch scenes from Regular Show: The Movie, coming to Cartoon Network in November 2015. Sean Szeles will join the panel to talk about his newest project, Long Live the Royals, the latest project to be greenlit by Cartoon Network Studios’ award-winning global shorts program.
Cartoon Network will present a screening and costume party at the Cartoon Network Costume Contest. Fans will get an exclusive first look at new episodes of Cartoon Network hits including Steven Universe, Clarence and We Bare Bears, and best of all, Steven Universe creator Rebecca Sugar will be on hand to present prizes!
Below is a list of Cartoon Network series panels, fan events, screenings and signings at New York Comic Con 2015 Friday, October 9 - Saturday, October 10, 2015. Events as well as series producers and talent scheduled to appear are subject to change.
For continuing information about Cartoon Network at New York Comic Con and for real-time updates during the convention, please follow us on Twitter at @CartoonNetPR.
CARTOON NETWORK PANELS
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9
CARTOON NETWORK PRESENTS: ADVENTURE TIME
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Manhattan Center – Hammerstein Ballroom
For years, fans have asked for it, and the magical minds behind Adventure Time are finally unlocking the secrets behind one of Ooo’s most righteous and mysterious characters! This October, Cartoon Network presents a special eight-part story that explores the life of Marceline the Vampire Queen! New York Comic Con fans will be the first to get a sneak peak of the exciting story before it airs, LIVE with the cast and crew, with plenty of time for questions from you! Moderated by Uncle Grandpa’s Eric Bauza (Belly Bag), the panel features Olivia Olson (Marceline), Jeremy Shada (Finn), John DiMaggio (Jake), Niki Yang (BMO), Adam Muto(Executive Producer, Adventure Time) and Rebecca Sugar (Lyricist/composer Adventure Time; Creator, Steven Universe).
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10
CARTOON NETWORK PRESENTS: REGULAR SHOW
4:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Manhattan Center – Hammerstein Ballroom
Four words: Regular. Show. The. Movie. JG Quintel (creator, Regular Show and voice of Mordecai) moderates this epic panel where cast & crew reveal the true story behind the movie. Ok, it’s really not that dramatic. But they’ll be sure to share some funny stories, scenes from the movie & exclusive announcements about the upcoming season! And that’s not all! Regular Show alum Sean Szeles(supervising producer, Regular Show and creator, Long Live the Royals) will be on hand to share his newest creation, Long Live the Royals premiering later this Fall on Cartoon Network. It’s going to be a jolly good show indeed! JG Quintel and Sean Szeles will be joined by William Salyers (Rigby), Sam Marin (Pops, Muscle Man, Benson), and Paula Spence (art director, Regular Show).
CARTOON NETWORK SCREENINGS
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10
CARTOON NETWORK COSTUME CONTEST
6:45 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
Room 1A10
Celebrate Halloween early at the Cartoon Network costume contest! Dress up as your favorite Cartoon Network character and enjoy sneak peek treats from Steven Universe, We Bare Bears, Clarence and others. Best of all, Steven Universe Creator Rebecca Sugarwill be on hand to hand out prizes. It’s a scary fun time!
CARTOON NETWORK SIGNINGS
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9
3:00 p.m. Adventure Time
Autographing Area Table 26
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10
12:00 p.m. Regular Show
Adult Swim to Delight Fans at New York Comic Con 2015
Basic Cable’s #1 Network Takes Fans On Exclusive Trip Down the Hudson
Robot Chicken Event at Brooklyn Bowl to Feature World Premieres
Adult Swim, basic cable’s #1 network in total day with adults 18-24, 18-34, and 18-49, is once again taking their show talent on the road for this year’s New York Comic Con, offering up unique experiences for fans with special events, revealing panels and free signings for top-rated shows including The Venture Bros. and Robot Chicken. These fan favorites will be joined by the upcoming comedy mini-series Neon Joe, Werewolf Hunter. Adult Swim stars on hand will include Seth Green, Breckin Meyer, Matthew Senreich, Jackson Publick, Doc Hammer, Jon Glaser, Stephanie March, Scott Adsit, and many more.
Back for another float, Adult Swim will also host a nighttime fan party along the Hudson River on Saturday, October 10th as part of New York Comic Con “Super Week”. The Adult Swim Tyrannic Second Maiden Voyage will take lucky fans for a three-hour cruise featuring a night of NYC views & city sights, an up-close look at Lady Liberty, a live performance by a secret musical guest, and the company of Adult Swim friends and family. Boarding time is 8:00 p.m. with a 9:00 p.m. departure. Free for fans 21 years or older, potential passengers can RSVP on AdultSwimPresents.com.
PANELS
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9th
[adult swim] presents: The Venture Bros.
2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Location: Main Stage
Talent: Jackson Publick (co-creator) and Doc Hammer (co-creator)
The Venture Bros. co-creators Jackson Publick and Doc Hammer will take the stage to show an exclusive look at the upcoming sixth season of their original series and discuss the state of all things Venture in this post – “All That and Gargantua-2” world. Join us for a Venture Bros. signing, 12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. on Saturday, October 10th, Table 26 at the NYCC Autographing Area.
[adult swim] presents: Neon Joe, Werewolf Hunter
3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Location: Main Stage
3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Location: Main Stage
Talent: Jon Glaser (creator/star), Scott Adsit (cast member), Stephanie March (cast member), Steve Little (cast member), Steve Cirbus (cast member), and John Hodgman (panel moderator)
Creator and star Jon Glaser (Girls, Parks and Recreation), and cast members Scott Adsit (30 Rock), Stephanie March (Law & Order: SVU), Steve Little (Eastbound and Down) & Steve Cirbus (Delocated) invite you for a first look at the upcoming mini-series, premiering this December on Adult Swim. Set in the sleepy town of Garrity, VT (aka "B&B Town, USA!"), Neon Joe, Werewolf Hunter is the story of a neon-clad man with a mysterious past and a highly specialized skill set – hunting werewolves. Moderated byJohn Hodgman (The Daily Show). Everyone attending the panel will receive a limited-edition Neon Joe, Werewolf Hunter comic produced by DC Entertainment, explaining Neon Joe’s origin. Free comics will also be available at the signing.
[adult swim] presents: Robot Chicken
4:30 p.m. -5:15 p.m.
Location: Main Stage
Location: Main Stage
Talent: Seth Green (co-creator/executive producer), Matthew Senreich (co-creator/executive producer), Tom Root (executive producer/co-head writer), Breckin Meyer (actor/writer), and Tom Sheppard (director)
Join co-creators/executive producers Seth Green & Matthew Senreich, executive producer/co-head writer Tom Root, actor/writer Breckin Meyer, and director Tom Sheppard as they discuss their Emmy-winning series, which returns for its eighth season October 18th with the Robot Chicken DC Comics Special III: Magical Friendship on Adult Swim. Don’t miss the Robot Chicken signing,1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 10th, Table 26 at the NYCC Autographing Area.
AUTOGRAPH SIGNINGSSignings are first come, first served.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9th
12:00 p.m. – 1:00p.m.
Location: DC Entertainment Booth is SC-01
Talent: Jon Glaser (creator and star), Jan Duursema (comic book artist) and Tom Mandrake(comic book artist)
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10th
12:15 p.m. – 1:15p.m.
Location: Autographing Area, Table 26
Talent: Jackson Publick (co-creator) and Doc Hammer (co-creator)
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Robot Chicken Signing
Location: Autographing Area, Table 26
Talent: Seth Green (co-creator, executive producer), Matthew Senreich (co-creator, executive producer), Breckin Meyer (actor/writer), Tom Root (executive producer/co-head writer), andTom Sheppard (director)
There's Never a Traffic Agent or Police Office When You Need One
You may be asking yourself, why is this beer truck (from Manhattan Beer Distributors) parked in the middle of the intersection of West 238th Street and Greystone Avenue? You would also have to ask why is this beer truck blocking a cross walk. Why is this beer truck parked on the wrong side of the street? Then ask where were are all the traffic agents or police officers to ticket this illegally parked beer truck?
This Beer truck from Manhattan Beer Distributors was delivering beer for almost 30 minutes to only one of the delis on West 238th Street in the vicinity of Manhattan College where there is suppose to be a strict student code on underage drinking, as most students at Manhattan College are under the age of 21.
At a recent Community Board 8 Public Safety Committee meeting a local bar on West 238th Street was getting beat up for sales of beer to underage Manhattan College students during a liquor license renewal application hearing. The owner and manager of the bar stated that the bar does not sell beer to underage students, and said that it was the two delis that are on either side of the bar which are open 24 hours that are the culprits. It was said that on Friday afternoons a trailer full of beer stops on the street to drop off the beer in question that is being consumed.
The evidence is clear that these photos of a Manhattan Beer Distributor truck stopped by Friday afternoon taking the driver and his helper almost 30 minutes to unload their order for only one of the two delis which the bar owner and manager said occurs. Below are other photos of the same Manhattan beer truck from different angles, but you can see the problem.
Above - the Manhattan Beer truck sticks so far into the intersection that it is creating a hazard to traffic that has to go around it and to cars that can not turn left onto Greystone Avenue from West 238th Street.
Below - The driver and helper are just out of the photo as they unload cases of beer for just one of the delis on West 238th Street that the local bar is claiming is being sold to Manhattan College students.
By the way I called Manhattan Beer Distributors to ask them if this was the normal way their drivers parked, and gave the seemingly uncaring woman from Manhattan Beer distributors the license plate number of the truck.