Shakespeare in the Park News and Sponsorship Opportunities

There is nothing better than catching a “Shakespeare in the Park” performance on a great NYC summer night in Central Park !!!! If I was a Bloomberg rich, the program would definitely be one of my choice charities. The free performances on a first come first serve basis are a profound statement about our society.

Gregory
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BECOME A SUMMER SUPPORTER AND SKIP THE LINE!

We need your help to keep free Shakespeare free!
Make a $175 tax-deductible donation and receive a reserved seat for the 2012 Shakespeare in the Park Season. In order to keep the highest number of free seats available for the general public, a limited number of reserved Summer Supporter seats are available.

Click here to view the performance calendar for both productions. Please have three date choices ready when making your donation.

To make a Summer Supporter donation and secure your seats to Shakespeare in the Park, click here, or call the Public Theater Box Office at 212-967-7555 .

SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK 2012
THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON OF THE DELACORTE THEATER

AS YOU LIKE IT
By William Shakespeare
Directed by Daniel Sullivan
Featuring MacIntyre Dixon, Renee Elise Goldsberry, Omar Metwally, and Lily Rabe

June 5 - 30

In As You Like It, Rosalind, Shakespeare's most breathtaking heroine, and her boyfriend Orlando find themselves in the enchanted Forest of Arden, where all the world's a stage, and where sudden infatuation is as confusing as it is beautiful. Along with other "country copulatives," they discover that nothing transforms, redeems, or enriches experience quite as powerfully as love. As You Like It has everything we adore about Shakespearean comedy: mistaken identity, cross-dressing, madness, mayhem, rage, lust, laughter, and of course plenty of romance, both heartbreaking and joyous.

INTO THE WOODS
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by James Lapine
Directed by Timothy Sheader
Co-Directed by Liam Steel

July 23 - August 25

In Into the Woods, a witch's curse condemns the Baker and his Wife to a life without children. They embark on a quest to find the four items required to break the spell: the cow as white as milk, the cape as red as blood, the hair as yellow as corn, and the slipper as pure as gold. Will they succeed? And what happens after "happily ever after?" A Tony Award-winning masterpiece by musical theater giants Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine, Into the Woods is a witty and irreverent reimagining of beloved classic fairytales: Jack and the Beanstalk, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, and Cinderella.

This production is based on the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre London Production produced by Timothy Sheader and William Village for Regent's Park Theatre Ltd.

For more information about this summer's season, visit shakespeareinthepark.org.

50th ANNIVERSARY FELLOWS PROGRAM
Help us celebrate this milestone year by upgrading your Membership and becoming a part of our new Fellows Program. In addition to the benefits you enjoy downtown throughout the year, you will receive reserved seats to Shakespeare in the Park, invitations to special events, and more. Fellows Program levels start at $200. For more information, click here, or call 212-967-7555 .

Invitation to Meet Yankee Great Roy White at the Bronx Museum of the Arts

Here is news the kids or any Yankee fan should love. Please do review the link to additional baseball related events planned in the Boogiedown.

In addition, here is a special shout out to Bronx based Sparrow Construction. One of my first jobs after graduating from college, years ago, was helping them file their 10Q filings with the SEC. It is good to see their philanthropy in community affairs! Hopefully we will see their name on more of these community press releases.

Gregory

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You are cordially invited to meet Yankee great, Roy White, at the Opening Day reception of Baseball In The Bronx.

DATE: Friday, April 13, Opening Day TIME: 5 - 8 PM PLACE: The Bronx Museum of the Arts, Grand Concourse at 165th Street ADMISSION AND REFRESHMENTS ARE FREE, courtesy of the 161 st Street Business Improvement District with the generous support of SBS' Avenue NYC Program, The New York Yankees Foundation, The Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation, Bronx-Lebanon Hospital and Sparrow Construction. For a Full List of the week-long events and lectures check out the link below: Baseball In The Bronx Lineup

Call to Bronx Filmmakers to Participate in the 2nd Annual Bronx Week Film Festival

If you consider yourself a "Bronxite" in the film, television or the theater industry, or if you are involved with a film or television production about or filmed in the Bronx, please do review the following.

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Who: Bronx Filmmakers, Producers, Writers, Actors, Thespians, Film Students

What: Meeting of Bronx filmmakers to discuss the 2nd Annual Bronx Week Film Festival and collect submissions

When: Sunday, March 19th 2012 at 2pm

Where: Bruckner Bar & Grill
1 Bruckner Blvd, Bronx, NY 10451
http://www.brucknerbar.com/

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For anyone who follows the Boogiedowner, last year the blog helped to promote the 1st ever Bronx Week Film Festival. The event was organized by Olympia Film Locations Inc., a start up firm I created with a few friends of mine. The charge was given to us by the President of the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation (BOEDC) Ms. Marlene Cintron, with the intent to encourage film production in the Bronx and to promote Bronx filmmakers and films made in or about the Bronx.

Olympia Film Locations Inc., was given the honor by the Bronx Borough President and the BOEDC due to our finding primary locations for Sundance Film Festival sensation Gun Hill Road; which was written and directed by Bronx Director Rashaad Ernesto Green. From the ideas inception by Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. at a BOEDC meeting, to it’s execution by Olympia Film Locations Inc., over a dozen Bronx filmmakers showed their films and well over three hundred filmmakers, actors, producers, writers, film festival promoters, elected officials, press and even professional MMA athletes attended the gala to mingle and plot future collaborations. Special thanks to Assemblyman Marcos A Crispo, one of last years keynote speakers actively involved in legislation to promote the arts in NYS.

Last years event was a huge success, mostly due to the die hard Bronx spirit that spawned dozens of gorilla filmmakers from all parts of our beautiful borough and the generosity of the Bruckner Bar and Grill who provided the main viewing venue. If you were part of last year’s crew that made the event a success or if you wish to partake in the 2^nd Annual Bronx Week Film Festival for the first time, here is what you can do;

1- Attend Sundays meeting listed above at the Bruckner Bar and Grill – (Please do bring any submissions you wish to enter enter for festival review)

2- If you can’t make Sundays meeting please do send us any shorts via e-mail to the following e-mail addresses;

info@olympiafilmlocations.com or boogiedowner@gmail.com

3- Save the following dates;

A- Thursday, May 17^th – Film Festival Gala Night

B- Saturday and Sunday , May 12^th and 13^th – Bronx Week Film Festival Dates

4- Help spread the word

I posted a few links to articles and other web sites to provide more background. Please do review the links attached and please do note we have a few surprises in the works to make the 2^nd Annual Film Festival an even bigger success.

Sincerely,

Gregory Tsougranis

Boogiedowner / Olympia Film Locations Inc.

Daily News:

http://articles.nydailynews.com/2011-04-25/local/29489006_1_borough-president-ruben-diaz-gun-hill-road-local-film-industry

New York Post:

http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/bronx/annual_bronx_week_launches_first_yRYSkkbuYgJAfihIbgsHxK

Bronx Times:

http://www.bxtimes.com/stories/2011/22/bronxtimes-yn_bronx_front_page-21-film.html

NYU College of Dentistry Offering Free Dentistry Services to the Community

If you have children between the ages of 6 and 14 the following press release should be helpful. NYUCD is providing free dental services starting this Thursday.

Gregory
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What: NYU Mobile Dental Unit
When: Thursday, March 15, 2012
Time: 10:00 am
Where: 2111 Crotona Avenue, Bronx

Bronx, New York – Councilman Joel Rivera in conjunction with New York University College of Dentistry (NYUCD) will be at P.S. 57 Crescent School located on 2111 Crotona Avenue on March 15th, at 10:00am as part of their month long free dental screening program alternating between P.S. 57 on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursday from 9am to 4pm and on Wednesdays at P.S. 163 located on 2075 Webster Avenue from 10am to 8pm. This service is available to children from ages 6 months to 14 years old from 9am to 2:30pm for the school and 3pm to 8pm for the community.

As a leading source for dental care in New York City, NYUCD trains over 1,600 students annually with half of the student population representing women and minorities. The NYUCD staff, part of the Community Outreach program, will be on hand for dental screenings including examinations and teaching youth on proper oral hygiene.

“Run for the Wild” 2012: Run to Save Lions

Here is news on the annual run to save lions. Hopefully the day of the run will be as beautiful as it is today. Kudos to all the sponsors.

Gregory
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Presented by Con Edison:
The Wildlife Conservation Society’s
“Run for the Wild” 2012:
Run to Save Lions

4th Annual 5k and Family Fun Run at WCS’s Bronx Zoo

Registration is now open at www.wcs.runforthewild.org

Event Date:
Saturday, April 28, 2012

Bronx, N.Y. – Feb. 2, 2012 – Calling all runners, walkers, and athletic hopefuls – it is time to lace-up your running shoes to prepare for New York City’s wildest race: the fourth annual Wildlife Conservation Society’s Run for the Wild at WCS’s Bronx Zoo.

This year’s 5k-run/walk takes place on Saturday, April 28, 2012 and is dedicated to saving lions, their habitat and other wildlife. The Wildlife Conservation Society works across Africa and in the native range of lions in places such as Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda, and Nigeria’s Yankari National Park.

WCS’s Run for the Wild registration is now open at www.wcs.runforthewild.org. Registration for the run is $35 for adults, $25 for children (3–15), and $25 for seniors (65+). Participants are encouraged to seek individual sponsors for their run, and all adult (and senior) participants are required to raise a minimum of at least $30 in order to participate.

“The WCS Run for the Wild has become a favorite of New Yorkers and many have been participating annually since the beginning,” said John Calvelli, WCS Executive Vice President of Public Affairs. “We are anticipating another tremendous turn-out of runners, walkers, families, and wildlife enthusiasts – all of which will be doing their part to help save lions and other wildlife.”

Participants can choose from two different events. The 5k run for individual runners will begin at 8:00 a.m.; casual runners and walkers can take part in the Family Fun Run/Walk at 8:45 a.m.

The event promises an exciting day for runners and walkers, and there will be plenty of post-run festivities including refreshments, music, children’s activities, and more.

After the run, participants are invited to stay and enjoy the zoo and its animal residents for the rest of the day. Everyone is encouraged to visit the Bronx Zoo’s famous African Plains exhibit where they can see African lions and many of their prey species like zebras, Thomson’s gazelles, nyala, giraffes, and more. There are many other wonderful exhibits to visit including Tiger Mountain, Madagascar!, Congo Gorilla Forest, and JungleWorld. Complimentary parking and admission will be provided.

Prizes will be awarded to those who meet various fundraising goals. For $30 in pledges, runners will earn a WCS Run for the Wild T-shirt; $60 earns a plush lion; $125 earns a water bottle; $275 earns a Jackrabbit Sports gift card and a New York Yankees cap; $600 earns a gym bag; $1500 earns a breakfast and a special Bronx Zoo animal experience. Visit www.wcs.runforthewild.org for the details.

The Wildlife Conservation Society works around the globe to save wildlife and wild places. Lions are an iconic species and symbolic of strength. Today, fewer than 30,000 remain. Over the last 50 years, their range has collapsed catastrophically to a relatively small number of countries and protected areas. The lions of Asia have been all but wiped out. Today, Asiatic lions exist only on a single reserve, the Gir Forest in India. North Africa lost all of their lions a century ago and they have been steadily disappearing in other parts of the continent. There are few places conservationists would consider a safe haven for the species.

This event will sell out, so register early. For more information, to register, or to sponsor a runner/team, visit www.wcs.runforthewild.org.

WCS’s Run for the Wild is made possible by the following generous sponsors:

Presenting Sponsor: Con Edison

Featured Sponsors: Monroe College, Montefiore

Supporting Sponsors: Benjamin Moore, Hard Rock Cafe, Stevia In The Raw, UBS

Media Partner: ABC7

The Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Adult admission is $16, children (3-12 years old) $12, children under 3 are free, seniors (65+) are $14. Parking is $13 for cars and $16 for buses. The Bronx Zoo is conveniently located off the Bronx River Parkway at Exit 6; by train via the #2 or #5 or by bus via the #9, #12, #19, #22, MetroNorth, or BxM11 Express Bus service (from Manhattan that stops just outside the gate.) To plan your trip, visit www.bronxzoo.com or call 718-367-1010 .

The Wildlife Conservation Society saves wildlife and wild places worldwide. We do so through science, global conservation, education and the management of the world’s largest system of urban wildlife parks, led by the flagship Bronx Zoo. Together these activities change attitudes towards nature and help people imagine wildlife and humans living in harmony. WCS is committed to this mission because it is essential to the integrity of life on earth.

If you would like to guide your readers or viewers to a web link where they can make donations in support of helping save wildlife and wild places, please direct them to: www.wcs.org.

Sustainable South Bronx Distributing 200 Free Trees to Local Residents

Here is news from another community minded organization related to a free tree give away. Thanks for the news Angela. Hopefully these trees will help beautify the community as well as helping local air quality.

Gregory
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Good Morning,

I am writing on behalf of Sustainable South Bronx. On April 14, 2012, at Hunts Point Riverside Park, we are distributing 200 trees to local residential property owners free of charge. The event, which takes place from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, will also feature various resources such as recycling materials courtesy of GrowNYC, healthy snacks, and information for community residents interested in becoming more environmentally conscious. This project is part of our effort to provide neighborhood residents with the resources to green their local community and work towards a healthier South Bronx.

We would like to share this opportunity with as many Bronxites as we can reach. Is it possible to post this on your blog? We know that the BoogieDowner is a great source of info for many in the community. Any efforts to share this information will be greatly appreciated. Please let me know if this is a possibility.

Thank you,
Angela

Parkchester Communtiy Support Agriculture: Food Co-op Shares Currently Available

Here is an e-mail sent by a community activists advocating for a food co-op, right in Parkchester. If you’re looking for a natural food source please do review the information sent. Kudos to everyone making this venture possible.

Gregory

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Parkchester CSA Sign-up Is Now In Progress!

Community Support Agriculture - CSA - is a great way to way to buy local, seasonal produce from a local farmer and help a small farm stay in business.

Becoming a member of Parckester CSA means you’re purchasing a “share” of the vegetable harvest from the W. Rogowski Farm, in the Black Dirt region of Pine Island in Orange County, NY. You will receive each week for 23 weeks from our farmer a variety of Certified Naturally Grown vegetables (usually 7-10 different types).

Distribution will happen every Saturday from June 16 to November 17 2012 from 10 am to 12 pm at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1891 McGraw Ave. in Parkchester. The cost is $435 for the 23-week season, with split shares available for those who would like to split a share with a friend. This price includes a 10 dollar admin fee to be collected on the start date of the CSA.

Please contact us at parkchestercsa@gmail.com with questions and/or to receive an application and visit http://parkchestercsa.blogspot.com/

Fresh, Locally Grown Vegetables

From the Farm to Your Table

Join Parkchester CSA

2012 CSA SHARE SIGN-UP IN PROGRESS!

WHAT IS CSA? Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a great way to buy local, seasonal produce directly from a local farmer.

HOW DOES IT WORK? Purchase a “share” in a farm and receive a variety of Certified Naturally Grown vegetables weekly during a 23-week season.

SHARE OPTION

Pesticide-Free Vegetable Share

June to November

A variety of seasonal vegetables weekly:

including onions, leeks, potatoes, lettuces, tomatoes, tomatillos, beets, bok choy, squashes, radishes, quelites, carrots

$435 for 23 weeks

** shares may be split with a friend

**fnancial assistance available

PICK UP SITE

Saturdays, 10am – 12pm

St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church

1891 McGraw Avenue

(at McGraw Ave & Virginia Ave)

Parkchester

To SIGN UP or for more information, please visit: http://parkchestercsa.blogspot.com

email: parkchestercsa@gmail.com

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