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2017 GOTTA LOVE GIRLS GALA Tuesday, October 3rd at 6:00 PM 4 World Trade Center New York, NY Add to Google Calendar • Get Directions       Girl Be Heard | 20 Jay Street, Suite 210B, Brooklyn, NY 11201 girlbeheard.org

There is also still time to sign up for my Summer Reading Program! Click below to sign up, and call my office to see how you canpick up a free book!         In case you missed it: Governor signs Senator Savino Legislation expanding tax cuts for Seniors and Disabled Homeowners.   In […]

SAVE THE DATE AUGUST 6, 2017 SUMMER BLOOD DRIVE  SPONSORED BY:      NY BLOOD SERVICES,                                                                               COOLEY’S ANEMIA FOUNDATION                                 […]

  Protectors of Pine Oak Woods Staten Island’s Land Conservation Organization View this email in your browser   Calling all Photographers! SUBMIT YOUR PHOTOGRAPHS for consideration of use in a 2018 PPOW Calendar! Photographs will highlight the variety and uniqueness of Staten Island Parks and Natural Areas.  Each month will be represented by a photograph […]

For printable Version, click below: 2017 July Movie Flyer

GRANTS, TRAININGS, & RESOURCES July 2017  FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES U.S. FISH & WILDLIFE SERVICE STANDARD GRANTS PROGRAM Description : The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service offers the Standard Grants program, a competitive matching grants program that supports public-private partnerships that carry out projects in the United States that further the goals of the North American Wetlands […]

  Good Afternoon,   Summer is finally here! Jump into NYC Parks outdoor pools to cool down, improve your favorite stroke, or learn to swim with our free aquatics program. Pools are open from 11 a.m. through 7 p.m. daily, with a break from 3 – 4 p.m. for pool cleaning. Visit nyc.gov/parks for tips […]

RSVP TODAY We’re thrilled to announce our fourth-annual Gotta Love Girls Gala on the evening of Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at 4 World Trade Center in NYC. Don’t miss a magical night of theater, dancing, and the induction of our 2017 Fairy Godmothers into the Girl Be Heard Hall of Fame! Tickets are live! Click to […]

I Hope all is well. We are looking forward to sharing a fun filled day with you, your family, and friends. Its pleasing with joy and excitement to know you will be attending the 16th Annual SBCA Educational Picnic Fundraiser and support this year’s honorees. Please see attached poster and reply asap. As usual it […]

Good Morning,   Spring has sprung and our parks are blooming with events! As we make our way into the next busy season, check out these upcoming opportunities to get a head start on planning your outdoor adventures with NYC Parks in Staten Island this summer!   Beaches will also be reopening for the season later this month […]

FRESHKILLS PARK TO HOLD ITS FIRST FREE DISCOVERY DAY OF THE SEASON     DATE:                        Sunday, June 4, 2017   TIME:                          11 a.m. – 4 p.m.   LOCATION:               Freshkills Park 350 Wild Ave. STATEN ISLAND   DETAILS:                   Freshkills Park will host a Discovery Day event, opening more than 700 acres and eight miles of trails […]

Hello to you, your family, and friends. I hope all has been well. Please be advised this is the last meeting for the SBCA. As per the Board and committee meeting tonight, the June 7 meeting is cancelled. The SBCA does not meet in July and August. SBCA will resume September 6, 2017.

For printable flyer, click below: Sponsor Invite Letter 2017 We will be having out 16th Annual SBCA Educational Picnic Fundraiser on June 3. Please check your email for the flyer on this spectacular educational event. Also, please see SPONSOR DONATION FORM IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE A SPONSOR. THIS IS THE FINAL CALL FOR […]

Click below to download a printable copy of the sponsorship form: Northwell Health Sponsorship Form

Sustainable Staten Island Presents Runaway Inequality Workshop Sunday, April 23, 2017 FREE WORKSHOP!  RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY How can we be so rich and still have such poor services, so much debt and such stagnant incomes? The answer: runaway inequality – the ever-increasing gap in income and wealth between the super-rich and the rest of […]

Some of our Blurred Lines cast members in a stunning portrait by renowned photographer Janette Beckman Issue No. 27 March 2017 Blurred Lines OUR 2017 MAINSTAGE SHOW TO CONTINUE AFTER ITS FEBRUARY WORLD PREMIERE “A performance that will have lasting influence on every person it touches” -AFROPUNK After a sold-out run at HERE Arts Center in NYC, Blurred […]

  For Printable version, click below SBCA Fundrasier & Sponsor Form 2017

WEBSITE           ABOUT           CONTACT           ISSUES           MEDIA CENTER           SERVICES Dear Friend, Congress is currently working to fix our broken healthcare system, and I wanted to update you on the reform process. As you may be aware, the American Health Care Act (AHCA) — legislation focused on repairing the U.S. healthcare system to […]

Dear Friends, Many of you have asked how you can become more involved with Girl Be Heard. We’re happy to announce 2017 applications are now open to join our young professionals committee, The Amplifiers.  Visit the Amplifiers Page on our website for more information. Applications are quick and easy via the application link. We’re gathering at the end of March […]

 NYC PARKS TO HOST RENOWNED SPEAKER AND AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR PETER KAGEYAMA FOR FREE PUBLIC DISCUSSION ABOUT HOW TO LOVE YOUR CITY   DATE:                          Thursday, March 9, 2017              TIME:                           6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.   LOCATION:                  Arsenal Gallery, Central Park 830 5th Avenue at 64th Street Third Floor MANHATTAN   […]

Please see attached meeting notice for the SBCA. Representative from DDC (Dept. of Design and Construction) will be speaking on the South Beach Reconstruction Project. This includes new sanitary sewers; storm sewer drains and water mains. Also, new sidewalks and curbs to be installed with street repaving after the four-year completion. Very important to attend […]

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES   SHAPE UP NYC SITES Description: Shape Up NYC is a FREE citywide fitness program. The program offers classes in Zumba, Yoga, Pilates, Aerobics, Kickboxing, Senior Fitness and more! Shape Up NYC is looking to expand where these classes are offered throughout Staten Island. Please see the attached flyer for more information and […]

The Mayor’s Office Internship Program Summer 2017 application is open! The internship program provides a unique opportunity to gain experience and develop the capacity to solve New York City’s most pressing issues. The mission of the program is to build a diverse pipeline of public service leaders. The Mayor’s Office Internship Program offers interns opportunities […]

RECECYLE YOUR HOLIDAY TREE WITH NYC PARKS AT THIS YEAR’S 21ST ANNUAL MULCHFEST   DATE:                        January 7, 2016 – January 8, 2017   TIME:                          10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.   LOCATION:               MulchFest takes place at 30 chipping sites and 48 drop-off sites in designated parks across all five boroughs. For a complete list of all […]

November 18, 2016 Dear Community Friend, We, the Community Council members of the 122 precinct, would like to reach out to our community and forge a bond with you.  Our next meeting will be on November 30th, 2016 at 7:30 pm in the muster room of the 122nd precinct. The meeting after that will be […]

CANVAS INSTITUTE PRESENTS MELBA MOORE & FRIENDS  LIVE IN CONCERT AT THE ST. GEORGE THEATER FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Bobby Digi T: 718-273-6160 C.718.288.2402 E: pr@islandvoice.org CANVAS INSTITUTE PRESENTS MELBA MOORE & FRIENDS BENEFIT CONCERT AT THE ST. GEORGE THEATER SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26th, 2017 New York, NY ( November 7, 2016) – On Saturday, November […]

NEW YORK ROAD RUNNERS OPEN RUN Description: Join New York Road Runners for free weekly runs in your neighborhood! Open to all ages and experience levels. Walkers, strollers, and dogs on leash are welcome. Cost: Free, no advance registration required. Link: http://www.nyrr.org/openrun   SILVER LAKE PARK Date/Time: Tuesdays, 7 PM Location: Silver Lake Park, SI, […]

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URBAN PARK RANGER PROGRAMMING For over 30 years the Urban Park Rangers have helped New Yorkers of all ages to discover the great outdoors, uncovering the natural wonders that exist right here in their own backyard. To find information about FREE hikes, campouts, canoe outings, fishing outings, bird tours, and workshops that enhance your outdoor […]

2016 IT’S MY PARK PHOTO CONTEST Description: Want to see your It’s My Park project displayed at our next Awards Reception? Send us your best It’s My Park image to enter our 2016 IMP Photo Contest. You’ll have the opportunity to see your image showcased at our next event, and the park organization with the […]

SHAPE UP NYC SITES Description: Shape Up NYC is a FREE citywide fitness program. The program offers classes in Zumba, Yoga, Pilates, Aerobics, Kickboxing, Senior Fitness and more! Shape Up NYC is looking to expand where these classes are offered throughout Staten Island. Please see the attached flyer for more information and host site requirements. […]

GRANTS & OTHER FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES   PUBLIC ACCESS DESIGN PROPOSALS DUE Description: The Center for Urban Pedagogy is seeking applications from grassroots community organizations and advocacy groups for an opportunity to create a Public Access Deisgn! These designs create a visual explanation of a complex policy issue, so that more people can understand the issues […]

  TRAININGS & WORKSHOPS   COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS 2016 Description: NYC community park group leaders are invited to share information, make new friends, and learn about the resources that Partnerships for Parks and our partner organizations have to offer. CPF Executive Director Heather Lubov and NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell J. Silver, FAICP, will honor the Partnerships […]

volunteer opportunities   IT’S MY PARK PROGRAM -Applications are due December 1ST for January projects! Description: Partnerships for Parks invites you to get involved in It’s My Park hands-on service projects in all five boroughs. Our It’s My Park program offers year-round volunteer opportunities — from painting benches and planting bulbs, to weeding and cleaning, and much more! Deadlines: Applications are […]

Good Afternoon,   Fun things are happening in parks this fall! Read below for upcoming opportunities to be active in or to help improve your local park.   NYC Parks is also collecting community input on local park projects. Please share your ideas on the redesign and reconstruction of your community park through the Community […]

Good Afternoon, School is back in session and the Fall will be here shortly! So let’s get out and enjoy our parks before the cold weather is upon us by checking out some events and activities that will be taking place this month. There are multiple opportunities to volunteer and get the kids the community […]

Friends,   Spring is here and City Parks Foundation’s summer sports program schedule is now finalized! Below are live links to the registration. Groups that cannot complete the form yet with specific participant information should send a group registration form: Group Registration   GOLF – http://www.cityparksfoundation.org/cityparks-golf-registration/   TRACK & FIELD – http://www.cityparksfoundation.org/cityparks-track-field-registration/   TENNIS – http://www.cityparksfoundation.org/cityparks-tennis-registration/   GET UP & GO!   […]