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...

Resume Editing Workshops on Wednesdays, February 19th and February 26th at Sedgewick Library. One-on-one assistance in editing and
updating your resume. Please bring a hard copy of
your resume or a USB flash drive to save and edit. Information is Read more...

Bronx Bus Network Redesign Final Plan: Over
the past year, MTA gathered all available bus service data and analyzed demographics for the Bronx, to publish our Existing Conditions Report and develop
the Draft Plan. They engaged extensively with elected officials, community boards, and communities through the borough. See the final plan here...Info for the public hearing to be held February 20th here...

Immigration and My Mental Health, an LGBTQ+ Peoples of Color Discussion will be held on Monday, February 24th. The actions to address and the issues we face will be a NYC-wide panel forum from 6 - 9 PM at Hostos Community College. Register here...

Riverdale Senior Services will host Slavery in the Bronx on Wednesday, February 26th from 4:00 - 5:30 PM. Dr. Adam Arenson will present findings from his recent classes on Slavery in the Bronx, investigating the unmarked burial grounds of enslaved people in Van Cortlandt Park and Hunts Point. Free event. Register here...you do NOT need to bring your ticket to the event.

WHEDco x Start Small: Fundamentals of Business Brand Identity. Join this free workshop on Thursday, February 27th at 6:00 PM to learn the basics of developing a consistent brand identity for your small business. Refreshments provided. Register here...

Learn Leadership Skills From the Finest in the NYPD. Attention all college students. Are you looking
for a great way to acquire valuable skills, earn a competitive salary, receive up to $20,000 in tuition
assistance? Learn more about the program's requirements and benefits. R egister 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...
NOTE: Learn about more summer camp opportunities 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 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 through March 16th from 1:00 - 2:30 PM . 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....

American Sign Language event repeats every Tuesday through March 26th from 11:00.–11:30 AM. Classes are open to all: professionals working with special needs adults, family members, and anyone interested in learning ASL Learn the alphabet, finger spelling, days of the week, greetings, and more. Poe Park Visitor Center. Read more...

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 February. Calendar 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.

Vendors License Workshop for Veterans and Civilians on February 22nd at Bronx Community Board #6. If you want to know the What and How of obtaining and utilizing a Vendor License or if you need support to start, complete or renew an application, join us from 10 AM - 2 PM. Read more...

An afternoon of Veteran Filmmaking will be shown on February 24th, at the Bronx VA Medical Center from 12:30 -1:30 PM. This is a showcase of short films made by local veterans about their service experiences. All are welcome. Flyer here...

Join SAGEVets and Black Veterans for Social Justice
(BVSJ) on February 27th to honor Black History Month
From 6 - 7:30 PM, we will discuss the history of black people
serving in the U.S. military and the contributions they have made.
We will also address issues that predominately affect black
veterans and the stigma faced by LGBT veterans. Details here...

BCA The Craft of War Writing - Free Writing Workshop for Veterans and the General Public on February 29th from
12:15 - 2:15 PM. Each week,, the class reads published pieces in the field of war writing so that participants arrive at the essentials of craft. Join us at the Morris Park NYPL. Read more...

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...

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...