No Longer Empty and Lehman College Art Gallery Sponsor Free Tango Lessons in the Bronx on April 19th

Here is another great program taking place in the Bronx.

Gregory

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In collaboration with No Longer Empty's
exhibition This Side of Paradise

Lehman College Art Gallery

invites you to join us for

A TANGO LESSON

with Anabella Lenzu Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 12:30pm at the Lehman College Art Gallery FREE

* Bring shoes that allow you to pivot. High heels for women, leather sole shoes for men are recommended. For more information on our programs visit: www.lehman.edu/gallery

FREE Introduction to Yoga with Bhadra Om

Here is some information about a free yoga session. If interested please review the information sent and posted below.

Gregory

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Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2012 @ 5:30 pm

Have you ever wondered what Yoga Is About?

Yoga means balanced union — a system for creating the balanced well being of the total person. Hatha Yoga joins body, mind and spirit into a balanced whole as it combines asanas or postures with deep breathing, relaxation, a healthful diet and proper thinking. Unlike other forms of physical exercise, yoga has something for everyone. No one is excluded.

Yoga can be modified and adapted to suit the needs for everyone.

Have you ever wanted to practice how to do the poses?

Is a yoga practice for you?

Come and experience a Free Demonstration Class and explore what yoga can do for you!

The class will consist of postures, breathing and relaxation.

Bring a yoga mat, towel, and wear comfortable clothing.

Call 347 590 2394 for more information.

1789 Southern Blvd (@ Boston Rd & 174th St) Bronx, NY 10460 174th St Station - 2 & 5 line

Community Groups Organize Free Intellectual Property Workshops

Here is news on free workshops that should help young artists and entrepreneurs. If you’re an artist or entrepreneur building or maintaining a web site the knowledge provided at the seminars should be extremely helpful.

Gregory

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The Bronx Council on the Arts, The Harlem Arts Alliance, and
The Community Development Project of the Legal Aid Society
present
A Free Two-Part Intellectual Property Workshop
Tuesday, December 6 & 13 / 6:00-8:00pm
at the Dwyer Cultural Center

The Bronx Council on the Arts (BCA), the Community Development Project of the Legal Aid Society and the Harlem Arts Alliance present a FREE two-part Intellectual Property Workshop for artists, arts organizations & small businesses on Tuesday, December 6 & 13, 6:00-8:00pm, at the Dwyer Cultural Center located at 258 Saint Nicholas Avenue #2 at West 123rd Street in NYC. Doors open at 5:45pm. Program begins promptly at 6:00pm. Light refreshments will be served. Admission is free and all are welcome.

December 6th’s session: You Made It Now Protect It: Trademarks and Copyright for Artists, Arts-Related Nonprofits and Small Businesses is geared for artists and cultural organizations, creating or commissioning a work of fine or practical art is just the beginning. To protect the ownership of the finished work, it is essential to learn about trademarks, copyrights, design patents, and work-for-hire agreements. An expert panel of intellectual property attorneys will explain these concepts using examples that will be familiar to artists and arts organizations. The concepts learned in this workshop will also be useful to nonprofits and small businesses that are not arts-related.

December 13th’s session: The Website Audit: Best Legal Practices on the Internet for Artists, Arts-Related Nonprofits and Small Businesses is for any individual, organization or small business that has a website or is thinking about starting one. Learn the essentials of website management, including: Protecting your trademarks and copyrights, terms of use, implementing a privacy policy, linking, and ownership of the website.

Both workshops will be facilitated by attorneys from Fitzpatrick, Cella, Harper and Scinto and the Community Development Project of the Legal Aid Society.

RSVP at http://twopartworkshop-eorg.eventbrite.com.

The Dwyer Cultural Center is located at 258 St. Nicholas Avenue. Entrance is on West 123rd Street.Directions by Public Transit: Train: A, B, C or D to West 125th Street; Bus: M3, M10, M101, BX15, M60 to West 125th Street and Frederick Douglas Blvd. For additional directions, call 212-222-3060 or visitwww.dwyercc.org

For additional information on this workshop or other events presented by the Bronx Council on the Arts, call 718-931-9500, e-mail info@bronxarts.org, or visit BCA’s web pages at www.bronxarts.org.

Here is news on free workshops that should help young artists and entreprenuers. If your an artist or web developer the knowledge provided at the seminars should be extremly helopfull.

Gregory

Kingsbridge Heights Community Center, CB 8 and DOT Announce Bike Safety Seminary Scheduled for Friday, September 30th

There is another opportunity to enroll in a bike safety course and possible secure a free bike helmet for you or your loved ones who participate in tomorrows bike safety seminar. The Kingsbridge Heights Community Center in partnership with Community Board 8 and DOT will be handing out free bicycle helmets at their bicycle safety seminar. Please see the information taken from their press release sent.

Gregory
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Helmets are available for all ages. You must be present to get a helmet
A parent or legal guardian must be present to sign a waiver for children under age 18
Adults over age 18 receiving a helmet must sign a waver

Date: Friday, September 30, 2011
Time: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM
Location: Kingsbridge Heights Youth market
Barn Hill Square, W. Kingsbridge Road & Reservoir Ave.
Bronx, NY 10468
Rain Site: Jerome Public Library
118 Eames Place (Near Kingsbridge Road)

Visit nyc.gov/dot or call 311 for more information.

Free VIN Etching Sponsored by Assemblyman Dinowitz, State Senator Klein, and the 50th Police Precinct

On Thursday free VIN Etching will be available to the public.

Gregory
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Free VIN Etching Sponsored by Assemblyman Dinowitz, State Senator Klein, and the 50th Police Precinct

Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz, State Senator Jeffrey Klein, and the 50th Police Precinct are sponsoring free VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) etching for tire rims and windshields. VIN etching is a safe, fast, and simple way to protect cars from theft. VIN etching allows law enforcement to track stolen vehicle parts and can deter the theft of those parts.

State Senator Klein and Assemblyman Dinowitz are the sponsors of legislation that would require that vehicle identification numbers be engraved on the wheels of all motor vehicles sold in New York.

WHO: State Senator Jeffrey Klein, Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz, and the 50th Police Precinct

WHAT: Free VIN etching
WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 15, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Media event at 6 p.m.
WHERE: Riverdale Neighborhood House
5521 Mosholu Avenue
Bronx, NY 10471

TEE OFF WITH CITY PARKS FOUNDATION’S FREE SUMMER GOLF LESSONS IN BRONX PARKS

Here is another free summer activity to keep the kids active this summer. The Rene Lacoste Foundation has teamed up with the City parks Foundation to provide free golf lessons. Please do review the press release below for more information and contact numbers to register your children.

Gregory
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TEE OFF WITH CITY PARKS FOUNDATION’S FREE SUMMER GOLF LESSONS IN BRONX PARKS
Still Time to Sign-Up for CityParks Golf Program

Throughout August, young people can still take advantage of City Parks Foundation’s free golf lessons in parks throughout the Bronx. The second session of CityParks Golf presented by René Lacoste Foundation begins on August 1st and runs through August 26th at Pelham Bay Park and Haffen Park in the Bronx.
CityParks Golf presented by René Lacoste Foundation makes it fun and easy for boys and girls, ages six to 16, to learn to play golf. The free golf lessons and use of equipment, held in public parks and on citywide courses, makes the sport of golf accessible to kids of all skill levels throughout New York City. The goal of the program is not only to teach the basics of the sport, but also to develop self-esteem, discipline and sportsmanship. The program gives kids a chance to improve their skills and ultimately try out for the CityParks Intermediate Program and Junior Golf Academy–specialized programs for dedicated young golfers available at the CityParks Junior Golf Center, a facility in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn that also offers programming for new or first-time youth golfers from New York City.

For more information and to sign up for CityParks Golf Program, please call (718) 760-6999 or visit www.CityParksFoundation.org.

CityParks Golf presented by René Lacoste Foundation is a part of City Parks Foundation’s 2011 Summer Sports Program, providing New York City children free tennis, golf, and track and field instruction including free use of equipment in over 45 locations citywide.

Founded in 1989, City Parks Foundation (CPF) is the only independent, nonprofit organization to offer park programs throughout the five boroughs of New York City. CPF works in over 750 parks citywide, presenting a broad range of free arts, sports, and education programs, and empowering citizens to support their parks on a local level. CPF’s programs and community building initiatives reach more than 600,000 people each year, contributing to the revitalization of neighborhoods throughout New York City. For more details, please visit www.CityParksFoundation.org.

CityParks Golf presented by René Lacoste Foundation

Pelham Bay Park, Field 4
Bruckner Blvd. & Middleton Rd.
Tues & Thurs, 9:30 am-10:30 am (6-8 years), 10:30 am-12:00 pm (9-16 years)

Haffen Park
Hammersley Ave. & Gunther Ave.
Mon & Wed, 9:30 am-10:30 am (6-8 years), 10:30 am-12:00 pm (9-16 years)

Caribbean-American Heritage Night Sponsored by Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr.; Celebration Scheduled for Tuesday July 19th, 2011

Someone save me some curry goat!!!!

Everyone looking for a celebration should consider festivities planned for Caribbean-American Heritage Night. Please see the press release below for more information and contact information. Congratulations to our Caribbean-American community and all the sponsors that made the event possible.

Gregory
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Caribbean-American Heritage Night

Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr.
In conjunction with
Virgin Islanders United Inc.

Invites you to join them for an evening of live entertainment and
refreshments at

The Bronx Museum of the Arts
1040 Grand Concourse at 165th Street

Tuesday, July 19, 2011
5:30 PM

Admission is free, but seating is limited.
Please RSVP 718-590-3522
or email lroldan@bronxbp.nyc.gov

BoogieDowner Reminder: Fourth of July Festivities and Fireworks tonight at Orchard Beach

Here is a reminder about tonight’s festival and fireworks at Orchard Beach. It should be a beautiful summer night.


Enjoy
Gregory
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New York Celebrates America Fireworks Festival Hosted by Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. & NYS Senator Jeff Klein

New York City’s Independence Day celebration starts early—and it starts in the Bronx. Head over to Orchard Beach for an evening of live music by Alive N Kickin’ followed by a spectacular fireworks show the whole family will love.

Admission: FREE
When: Thursday June 30th, 2011
Time: 6:30PM Festival begins.
Fireworks Show: 9PM

FREE BRONX ARTS ENSEMBLE 4th OF JULY CONCERT IN VAN CORTLANDT PARK

Here is another fun summer event taking place on the 4th of July.

Gregory
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FREE BRONX ARTS ENSEMBLE 4th OF JULY CONCERT IN VAN CORTLANDT PARK

(Bronx, NY) The Bronx Arts Ensemble Jazz and Dixieland Band opens the BAE SUMMERMUSIC 2011 Series with A Salute to George M. Cohan, Irving Berlin, Miles Davis, Duke Ellington, Max Roach, Lionel Hampton and more at a FREE concert in Van Cortlandt Park at Rockwood Drive Circle, near Mosholu Avenue and Broadway on Monday, July 4 at 2 pm in celebration of Independence Day. Trombonist and bandleader Jack Gale, who has arranged music for numerous Broadway theatres, commercials and concerts, will arrange all music for the July 4th performance. Seating is provided but the audience is urged to bring folding chairs.

In the event of rain, the concert will be moved to Vladeck Hall in the Amalgamated Houses at the corner of Hillman Avenue and Van Cortlandt Park South. Please contact the BAE office after 11 am on the day of the performance.

SUMMERMUSIC 2011 schedule includes REVELS WITHOUT A CAUSE on Sunday, July 17, ROMANTIC STRINGS on Sunday, July 24, HERE COMES THE SUN AND STRAWBERRY FIELDS FOREVER on Sunday, July 31, LET'S TANGO! on Sunday, August 7 and WOODWIND DESSERTS on Sunday, August 14.


For more information, visit bronxartsensemble.org or call 718.601.7399.

Subway Sponsors Free Community Outreach Program

Here is an interesting press release sent by Subway. For companies interested, they offer various free health related services and seminars.

Gregory
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Subway has sponsored a free community outreach program as part of a national goodwill publicity campaign. A volunteer doctor who specializes in nutrition & stress management will come on-site to your company and give a 30-minute presentation during a complimentary catered Subway breakfast or lunch. All you need to do is register at www.workhealthy2011.org and you will be contacted by an event coordinator. Also remember to ask about our free health screenings (blood pressure, self defense, yoga, massage etc.). For any questions or concerns please contact us.

Friends of Van Cortland Park Offering Free Trees: March 15th, 11am - 1pm

Million Trees NYC Community Tree Giveaway

When: 03-15-2011, 11:00AM-1:00PM
Phone: 718-601-1553
Address: Meet at the Friends of Van Cortlandt Park Compost Site- enter Van Cortlandt Park at Broadway and Mosholu Avenue
Fee: free
Due to popular demand the Friends of Van Cortlandt Park are pleased to offer community members FREE trees to plant on private property. This event is open to anyone living within the 5 boroughs. Trees cannot be planted in city parks, on terraces or rooftops, or in tree pits on the street. Information about the species of trees available, planting instructions and care will be available. Each person or community group is allowed one tree while supplies last.