Fri., sept. 20 – fri., oct. 11, 2013
Registration Migration services: Catholic Migration Services would like to welcome you to register for their free Citizenship Workshop on Oct. 19 at St. James Cathedral in downtown Brooklyn from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. In order to attend, you must call 646-597-8797. A CMS employee will take some basic information to determine whether you are eligible to apply. In order to be eligible, you must: Be at least 18 years old, and have been in the United States for at least five years (three years if you are married to a U.S. citizen). Our immigration counselors and legal staff will be providing step by step assistance in each individual’s application process.
Fri., oct. 11, 2013
massage: Research shows that massage therapy can: reduce stress, ease aches and pains, decrease stiffness and joint swelling, improve digestive/breathing functions, alertness and circulation, and help people with arthritis, stroke, asthma, diabetes, Parkinson’s and bursitis. Massage therapists are licensed. This event is free and open to the public from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. This event will be held at 206-20 Linden Blvd. in Cambria Heights, Queens. Please RSVP by calling 1-646-476-1294.
sun., oct. 13, 2013
reading: Playwright Renee Flemings presents a staged reading of her latest work “MAC & CHEESE” as part of the Emerging Artist Theatre’s three-week New Works Festival at TADA! The reading takes place at 2:00 p.m. and TADA is located at 15 W 28th St. (between Broadway and 5th avenues). Admission is $10.00 and to reserve tickets, go to: www.brownpapertickets.com/event/469183/. For TADA! information, call (212)252-1619.
wed., Oct. 16, 2013
meet the author: St. Francis College hosts William Tucker editor of “Real Clear Energy” and author of “Terrestial Energy” for the discussion; Fracking, Nuclear, Wind, Coal: What Don’t Environmentalists Oppose? at 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Free and open to the public in the College’s Maroney Forum for Arts, Culture and Education (Room 7402). The event will be moderated by St. Francis scholar in residence Fred Siegel. 180 Remsen St., Brooklyn Heights, NY 11201.
Exhibit: The Golden Boyz of New Brunswick will provide live backing for amateur straphangers-turned-rock stars in a karaoke night celebrating the Transit Museum’s newest exhibition, “Album Tracks: Subway Record Covers” from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Vocalists will belt it out amidst transit artifacts and pose for album covers inside vintage subway cars while vinyl classics spin on the Transit Museum’s platform level. Beer will be provided by the Brooklyn Brewery. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door, with $5 off for Transit Museum members. New York Transit Museum, Boerum Place and Schermerhorn Street, downtown Brooklyn.
sat., Oct. 19 – sun., Oct. 27
furniture showcase: Pop-up marketplace featuring furniture and home goods products by more than 35 independent, innovative designers and manufacturers based in New York City. Products will include furniture, lighting, wall coverings and home accessories. On weekends, the showcase will be on the Factory Floor at Industry City in Sunset Park, Brooklyn (241 37th St.). The market is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
ongoing
currently – nov. 15, 2013
Health market: Come to Crown Heights farmers market on Thursdays and Fridays from 1:00 – 7:00 p.m. Come check out Jamerican Farmer Rodrick with his callaloo! If you’re lucky, our Hip2B Healthy Market student ambassadors will be out there selling healthy snacks such as fresh OJ or lemonade! EBT/SNAP, WIC, FMNP are accepted at the market. Get $2 Health Bucks for every $5 spent on your EBT. The market will be held at Albany and Lefferts Avenues at Hamilton Metz Park on Thursday. On Friday, the market will be held at Brower Park (next to Brooklyn Children’s Museum, at Brooklyn Avenue and Prospect Place. More info? Call today: (917)756-4202 or info@seedsinthemiddle.org.
Featuring Home REpair: Is your boiler, water main or roof in need of fixing? Do you need major repairs done but lack the finances? Now is the best time to fix it. Neighborhood Housing Services of East Flatbush, a not for profit housing organization can assist you. For more information on our Home Improvement Programs, please call 718-469-4679. www.nhsofeastflatbush.org.
Foreclosure: Are you behind in your mortgage or seeking a modification? Come in for free services and assistance. We will help you to keep your home. Referrals for free legal assistance are also available. To schedule an appointment or for more info., call 718.469.4679. Sponsored by Neighborhood Housing Services of East Flatbush and the Center for New York City Neighborhoods, not-for-profit organizations. www.nhsnyc.org.
Compiled By Natalie Y. Henry
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