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If
you're spending a lot more time at home than usual these
days, why not help out Best Friends New York
and foster a pet? As fewer people are coming in to
adopt a pet, please consider fostering a dog or cat with
the love and care they need.
Read more...
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...
Animal Welfare Webinars: Join
staff members from ACC's
Admissions Department and
Community Pets Program to
hear about the ways the
organization supports animal
guardians, and how all New
Yorkers can help keep families
together. How ACC Helps Pet
Owners in Need on Tuesday, September 29th at 6 PM.
Register here...
Virtual Networking Event on Wednesday,
September 30th at, 5:00 PM. Join the Manhattan
Chamber of Commerce for an evening of
power networking. Attendees will have the
opportunity to deliver a timed presentation
about their business to different virtual
"tables" of four people and participate
in
facilitated networking. Fun giveaways too!
Information and registration is
here...
Accessible Birding Exploration on
Sunday, October 4th, 11:AM.–
12:30 PM. The Urban Park Rangers will lead you
down a paved and accessible path,
in search of Fall migrants along the
Bronx River. Please bring your own
binoculars. Register
here...
Community Engagement Grant Info Session Webinars.
BCA's 2021 Community Engagement Grants (CEG) cycle is
opening on August 10th. We
are offering FREE virtual information sessions covering the
types of grants we provide, application processes and best
practices. If you're looking for funding
on your next project in 2021, then register for one of the
dates on Thursday, August 13th thru October 9th.
here...
Historic New York: The High Bridge on Saturday, October 10th, 11:00
AM.–12:30 PM. Urban Park Rangers specialize in
the interpretation of historic turning points,
both natural and man-made, in our city’s
long history.
Read more...
Van Cortlandt Super Hike on Sunday,
October 11th, 10 AM.– 1: PM. This challenging eight-mile hike winds its
way through most of Van Cortlandt Park's
many diverse forests and ecosystems.
Vigorous hikes feature long distances
with hills and rugged terrain.
Read more...
Fall Foliage Hike: Cornucopia of Trees on Saturday, October 24th, 11:
AM.–12:30 PM. With nearly 30,000 acres of public
parkland, New York City
is the perfect
place for fall leaf-peeping. Crotona Nature
Center in Crotona Park.
Read more.
Hall of Justice COVID-19 Protocol: All new COVID-19 Safety protocols will
be in effect at the Bronx Criminal Court bldg.(215 East
161st Street) and the Hall Of Justice (HOJ) building
(265 East 161st). These safety protocols will be applicable
to ALL VISITORS, including attorneys (i.e, BXDA, LAS, BxDEF),
court staff, and NYPD law enforcement officials.
Read more...
Learn about kinetic energy. At-home weather lessons from
news12's Sam Augeri. As we all practice social
distancing, many are looking for fun and engaging things to
do and learn. Well, why not learn about the weather!
See the free online
videos here...
Hunter College NYC Food Policy Center provides Coronavirus
NYC Neighborhood Food Resources Guides as a partnersip
with Share Meals, Hunger Free America, BetaNYC and Plentiful
to compile the most current and accurate data. Find these
resource guides
here...
National Council of Nonprofits describes Loans
available for Nonprofits in the CARES act
here...
NYC Housing Lottery with NYC Housing Connect. Find
and apply for affordable housing.
here...
La Central is a brand new rental community in the
heart of the South Bronx consisting of 496 affordable
units. Containing rooftop community gardens, a 50,000 square
foot state-of-the-art YMCA, and green building systems, La
Central is a new standard for living well. You could qualify
for an affordable apartment at La Central if you make
between $15,738 and $206,960 a year.
Read more...
To All Bronx
Community Organizations:
Please email your upcoming events to
info@bronxmall.com
If you are eligible, Healthcare Trainings are Free at
Hostos in the Bronx.
Read Covid-19 Update here...
Visit NYRR Striders at Home to keep physically and
mentally strong, especially in the wake of
COVID-19.
Find some workouts
for adults of all ages to keep active
here...
There's always something to do for kids, adults and families
at Poe Park.
Calendar here...
NOTE:
Important Service Changes here...
How
to Report Police Misconduct: The Civilian Complaint Review
Board (CCRB) is here to support you and your
constituents. Last week's court decision changed the law on
who can file a complaint with the CCRB. If you or a
constituent see what you believe to be NYPD misconduct on
social media, in the news, or elsewhere, you can file a
complaint, and our office will open an investigation.
Please contact us at 1-800-341-CCRB or
online 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...
Citi Bike stations scheduled for many south Bronx nabes.
As part of the expansion agreement with the Mayor de Blasio
Administration, the new cycle of docked bike rentals will be
coming to Mott Haven, Melrose, Port Morris, Highbridge,
Claremont, Morrisania, Longwood, Concourse and Mount Eden
within the next five years. See BronxTimes
article
here...
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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.
Resources for Veterans & Families During COVID-19 Emergency
here...
James J. Peters VA Medical Hospital has immediate job
openings for Nurse Practitioners, RNs, LPNs, and Nurse Aides!
Details
here...
Attend the Warrior Writers Virtual
Workshop on October 14th from, 7-9pm.
Register
here...or
on October 18th from 3-5 PM.
Register
here. This generative creative writing
workshop will offer prompts that
cover a variety of military issues
and experiences.
NYC Department of Veterans' Services
and Nourish NY have partnered to offer
Food Distribution on October 10th
from 12-1 PM, to Bronx veterans and military families
facing food insecurity. At Heights Senior
Center. Details
here...
See details for October 17th
here...
The Department of Veterans Affairs offers
a webinar on
October 21st in Surmounting Social Isolation
& Loneliness: Mindfulness Meditation from 11 AM -
12:30 PM.
Register here...
Support for Veteran Service Organizations: Microgrants
and Home Depot Gift Cards Available In response to the
financial challenges faced by local Veteran
Service Organizations (VSOs), DVS has
established a Microgrant Initiative and
created a partnership to distribute $100
Home Depot gift cards to organizations
in need of support. Apply and learn eligibility
requirements here. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, October 28th
here...
Bronx Chamber of Commerce Veterans Luncheon at The
Pine on Thursday November 12th, 12:00 PM -
3:00 PM
Details here....
American Corporate Partners Mentorship Opportunities
offers a program to assist veterans with career development,
networking, and general mentorship. It takes just one hour a
month with a hand-picked mentor that is supported by ACP
staff along the way. Veterans are paired with a mentor for
one year, 12 sessions in total.
Details here...
Attention Veterans: Jericho Project Rental Assistance
Program. Jericho Project are standing by to assist our
nation's veterans with this and any other needs such as
employment assistance, benefits acquisition and more. Have
you served
in the U.S. Armed Forces and fallen behind on your rent?
Call Jericho Project today to see if you qualify for rental
assistance.
Flyer here...
Rental Assistance is Available for Qualified Veteran
Households SSVF programs provide time-limited Rapid
Re-Housing and Prevention assistance to eligible veteran
families.
If you have fallen behind on your rent payments, services
may be available from SSVF programs to help. See Services
for the Underserved
here...
Veterans Mutual Aid - NYC Metro program is providing
direct financial aid
to veterans and
family members in the form
of groceries, utility bill payments, and emergency housing.
Need help? Fill out our request form
here...
Introducing the Veteran Voices Project:Led by the New
York City Department of Veterans’ Services, VVP is an
oral history initiative designed to capture and share the
stories of New York City veterans, bridge generational gaps,
preserve our city’s rich military history, and foster an
appreciation for service. More importantly, it gives our
veterans a chance to connect with the community and each
other at a time when crisis and social distancing can be
very challenging to deal with.
Read more...
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...
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...
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..
NYC Parks At Home: You can enjoy NYC parks from home.
While you're socially distancing and/or staying home, join
us in the parks - online - for live park tours, meditation,
fitness, art classes, fun activities for kids, and more.
What’s Happening By Date and more resources
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.
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