Bronx Mall - Calendar of events in Bronx, NYC

Calendar of Events - Out 'n About

*To All Bronx Community Organizations: Please email your upcoming events to info@bronxmall.com

Out 'n About	Health	Seniors
Workshops, Classes, Education	Living Well and Doing Good	Youth

According to the Animal Care Center of NYC, "New York pets are a special breed. Like us, they're a mix in the melting pot, both in their personalities and their backgrounds." Mobile adoption events occur in every borough...so, if you're thinking about adopting a "boroughbred," Click here...

Pets for Vets Free Adoption: Animal Care Centers of NYC offers a pet adoption promotion called Pets for Vets, which waives the adoption fees for veterans and current members of the military. Locations NYC, Brooklyn, and Staten Island. Details here...

As NYC's only open-admissions animal welfare organization, Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC)—a nonprofit—takes in more than 35,000 animals each year. The Community Dogs Program works within Bronx neighborhoods to identify dog owners in need and assist them in keeping their dogs with free vaccinations, a pet food bank, free dog training seminars, and spay/neuter referrals. Read more...

Become an NYC Parks Lifeguard for Summer 2020. Must be at least 16 years old. Qualifying test is Thursday, January 23rd. Details here...

Are you a high school senior who lives within Bronx Community Board 6? Are you enrolled in higher or continuing education? If so, you can apply to win a $1,000 scholarship. Deadline is May 1, 2020. Details here...

Bronx River Art Center presents Winter 2020 Fine Arts and Digital Media classes for kids and adults, starting on January 6th through March 21st. Please check the list of choices and varying dates. Register here.

To All Bronx Community Organizations:
Please email your upcoming events to info@bronxmall.com

The Riverdale Y is hosting Dementia Chat: Early Stage Support Group every Monday starting January 6, 2020 from 1:00 - 2:30 PM. through March 16th. Build a support system with people who understand, talk through issues and ways of coping, share feelings, needs and concerns, and learn abut community resources. Details here...

If you are eligible, Healthcare Trainings are Free at Hostos in the Bronx. Read more....

Non-Profit Incorporation and Tax Exemption Workshop will be held on January 24th with New York State Attorney General Leticia James and Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. Discussions include the Attorney General's Role in Protecting Charitable Assets and their Beneficiaries and Donors Responsibilities of Board of Directors Registration and Financial Reporting Requirements.
Register here...

Free Stop and Swap at Amalgamated -

Park Reservoir Houses (Vladeck Hall) on Saturday January 25, 2020 .Bring something portable, clean and reusable and swap for something else. You don't have to bring something to get something! Acceptable (and not) items here...

Attention Bronx Parents Applications are now available for Camp Junior, a Free two-week sleepaway Summer Camp. Located at Harriman State Park, girls and boys ages 9-13 who live in the Bronx can apply by April 30, 2020. Flyer here...

NYRR Striders' fun & free weekly walks start at different times in various locations throughout NYC. Check the seasonal schedule for the Bronx to find a one-hour session nearest you and find Details here...

T here's always something to do for kids, adults and families at Poe Park in January. Calendar here...

You can now request an electronics pick up for your old electronic equipment. Information on what the Dept. of Sanitation will accept and how to make an appointment for the pickup, Flyer here...

You served us! The Bronx and all of
NYC serves you with free classes, coaching and more!

If you are in crisis, please call the Veteran Crisis Line
at 1-800-273-8255.

The US Census 2020 Employment Application Session will be held on January 24th at the Bronx VA Medical Center. Flyer here..

"New Year, New You" Resource Networking for Veterans and Families wll be held on Monday, January 27th at NBC Universal, NYC. This will be an energetic, fun, and interactive event focused on your goals! Inspired by "speed networking," participants will be guided through interactive exercises and timed five-minute sessions with resource providers offering you direct support with your goals. Read more...

Arts in the Armed Forces (AITAF) presents The Bridge Award in recognition of an emerging playwright of exceptional talent with the United States Military. The award consists of a $10,000 prize & AITAF-produced reading of the winning work. Submissions will be accepted through February 1, 2020. Details here...

Adaptive Ice Skating at Wollman Rink: Adaptive Skating USA
offers a disability-inclusive Learn-to-Skate program at Central Park’s famous Wollman Rink through March 9, 2020. Pre-registration is required for all participants and volunteers for regular sessions, clinics, and end of the season appreciation event. Read more...

Volunteers of Legal Services (VOLS) Pro-bono Veteran Service: The VOLS Veterans Initiative refers eligible New
York City Veterans, regardless of discharge status or period of service, age 60+, to lawyers at our partner law firms to obtain wills and advance directives free of charge. Details here.

PBS NOVA Sleep Disorder TV Program about sleep and
sleep disoders, is looking to interview veterans who suffer from sleep issues (can’t fall asleep, wake up often, nightmares).
Veterans who are willing to share their PTSD sleep issues on television are invited to contact the production company.
Read more...

Bronx Neighborhood Housing Services offers a Vet Access to Home Program grant for veterans. Veterans with honorable discharges and a physical disability may qualify for accessibility modifications in their homes or apartments through this program. Veterans may receive a grant of up to $25,000. Read more...

Veterans groups appeal to Trump over benefits for Blue Water Navy veterans. Ten nationa veterans organizations pleaded with President Donald Trump on, asking him to direct the Justice Department not to appeal a recent federal court decision that could extend benefits to thousands of Vietnam War veterans. Read the full article on Stars and Stripes here..

Soldier for Life, A Transition Assstanc Program, is a Free, No-Cost Service to Military, Veterans and Retirees. NYCServes evaluates your civilian-life goals, and directs you to the Network Providers who can help you reach them. Submit your documents the first time you enter the network, and you will never have to show them again. Read more...

Bronx Vet Center is happy to announce a new Consumer Law Clinic for Veterans hosted at the Bronx Vet Center, 2471 Morris Ave Suite 1A,, Bronx NY 10468, every Wednesday from 3 - 5 PM. This service is free of charge to Veterans. Flyer here...