NYC COUNCIL MEMBER CABRERA TO COMMEMORATE THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF TRAGIC FLIGHT TO DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

There is a memorial service tomorrow commemorating the 265 lives lost 10 years ago on flight 587. Anyone wishing to show their respect can join NYC Councilman and Pastor Fernando Cabrera at tomorrow’s service. Many of the victims were Bronx residents. May they all rest in peace.

Gregory

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WHO: NYC Council Member Fernando Cabrera

WHAT: Councilman Cabrera will speak at a memorial ceremony commemorating the 265 lives lost 10 years ago on Flight 587. 90% of the passengers on the flight were Dominican

WHEN: Friday, November 11^th, 2011

11:00AM

WHERE: Memorial Garden (Between the B and C buildings) at Hostos Community College

500 Grand Concourse

Bronx, NY 10451

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American Airlines Flight 587, an Airbus A300, crashed into the Belle Harbor neighborhood of Queens, a borough of New York City, New York, shortly after takeoff from John F. Kennedy International Airport on November 12, 2001. This is the second deadliest U.S. aviation accident to date, after American Airlines Flight 191.With 260 fatalities on board and 5 on the ground, this accident has the third highest death toll of any accident involving an Airbus A300

“As one of the first members of the clergy to arrive on the scene that tragic day, I know firsthand the impact this tragedy had—given how close it was to 9/11—on the entire city,” said Councilman Cabrera. “It was particularly impactful on the Dominican community as over 90% of those killed on the flight were of Dominican descent,” he continued. “I ask that New Yorkers join me in remembrance of those who lost their lives that day, as we ensure that we never forget the impact they had on our community.”

Association of Progressive Dominicans (ACDP) Prepares for their 30th Anniversary Award Ceremony

For anyone interested in supporting a local grass roots organization with a 30 year track record of service to the community, please do read the e-mail sent earlier by community activist, Mrs. Kim Ramos. The ACDP is organizing their 30th Anniversary Awards Ceremony on October 20th. Please do feel free to log onto their web site to learn more about the organization and please do feel free to contact Ms. Ramos to find out how you can support the organizations continued success.

Gregory
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Friends - This year, Community Association of Progressive Dominicans (ACDP) celebrates 30 YEARS OF SERVICE to our community. We will be celebrating this achievement by honoring other outstanding community leaders who have made contributions to our community and excelled in their service.

Our 30th Anniversary Awards Ceremony will take place at The Malcolm X & Betty Shabazz Memorial and Educational Center located at 3940 Broadway, the corner of 165th Street, on October 20, 2011 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. We expect more than 100 friends, supporters and other community leaders.

Our confirmed Honorees include:

Cira Angeles, LA Riverside Brokerage
Raysa Castillo, Esq., Castillo & Associates, P.C.
Michael Edelstein, Edelstein Properties
William Garcia, Esq., Garcia & Kalicharan
Ray Halbritter, Oneida Nation Representative & CEO
Dr. Carlos Molina, Vice President Division of Continuing Education and Workforce Development
CUNY in the Heights-Hostos Community College

During this very difficult fiscal time, many community organizations have endured a reduction in financial support which has negatively impacted on the services they can provide to the community. Our 30th Anniversary Celebration is a great opportunity to honor the people who make our community better while raising much-needed funds to continue the programs and services that have defined ACDP's signature value to Northern Manhattan.

ACDP provides high quality programs and services to over 27,000 children and families each year focusing on Education, Youth Leadership, Public and Mental Health, Food, Nutrition, Immigration, Citizenship, and Housing. We encourage you to visit our website www.acdp.org to learn more about our programs and services.

I sincerely hope you will join us in our efforts to support the social services, educational and recreational programs that benefit so many of our children and families.

If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact me at 917-825-8642 or via email at kimramosbx@gmail.com

Bronx LGBT Carrier Fair Scheduled for Thursday May 26th at Hostos Community College

There is a LGBT carrier fair set for May 26th at Hosts Community College. The fair will take place at the Savoy Multipurpose Room located on the second floor of 125 Walton Ave.

Please note they have an option were individuals can send in their resumes for pre-screening by potential employers. To take advantage of the pre-screening option please send your resume to resumes@bronxpride.org. Good luck to everyone seeking employment.

Gregory
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