Fw: Safely Dispose of Medications on Saturday, September 29

Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. This is a great opportunity to safely dispose of unwanted, unused, or expired medications. Search for a collection site near you.       You received this message because you are subscribed to e-mail updates from USA.gov.   If you have questions, contact us. Stay Connected to USA.GOV: Facebook  Twitter  YouTube  Our Blog .

Two South Bronx Bars Look to Attract Gay and Lesbian Clientele - DNAinfo.com New York

Two South Bronx Bars Look to Attract Gay and Lesbian Clientele - DNAinfo.com New York

NEW THIS MORNING

* The Bronx District Attorney's office is no longer prosecuting people stopped at public housing projects and arrested for trespassing unless the officer is interviewed to ensure a legitimate arrest, in a blow to stop-and-frisk, the Times writes: http://nyti.ms/RWZWzx * Mayor Michael Bloomberg has given state Senate Republicans $1 million, believed to be the largest single donation given to the conference, and $75,000 to four Democrats, including Sen. Jeff Klein, the Wall Street Journal reports: http://on.wsj.com/S52wxU * The city's Board of Elections voted to increase the font size on its ballots in November after New York voters complained they could barely read the names of candidates in the September primary, the Times writes: http://nyti.ms/RXif7G * The Times urges Cuomo and Bloomberg to restart programs that help families move from homeless shelters to permanent rental housing after a study showed that 20,000 children live in city shelters: http://nyti.ms/SlklN0 *

Rev. John Flynn, humble Bronx priest, dies at 83

Rev. John Flynn, humble Bronx priest, dies at 83

Rev. John Flynn, beloved “street priest” of the Bronx for more than 50 years, died Sunday after a long illness. He was 83. Flynn was ordained a Catholic priest in 1958 and served at St. Raymond's Church in the east Bronx. He carried his hope and dedication to St.

Rev. John Flynn, humble Bronx priest, dies at 83
Tue, 25 Sep 2012 10:00:16 GMT

Harvest Moon The full Moon nearest the autumnal equinox (September 29 this year) is called the Harvest Moon. This full Moon helps the harvest by providing more light at the right time than do other full Moons. • Usually the Moon rises about 50 minutes later each day, but around the time of the autumnal equinox, it rises only about 30 minutes later in the United States—even less in Canada. • Gardeners and farmers can take advantage of the moonlight at this time of year and continue their day's work in harvesting crops. Read more about why we give importance to this Moon in our article "Shine On, Harvest Moon." The September full Moon is also known as the Corn Moon or Barley Moon. See our September guide for full Moon times, best days by this Moon, a video, and more. Dreams of a full Moon predict unusual success in matters of love. A harvest Moon means that you will get unusually good returns on investments of energy or money.

NEW THIS MORNING

* Housing Authority chairman John Rhea unveiled a plan to lease land to private developers who would come up with projects featuring a mix of apartments, commercial, and retail space, but some have misgivings, the Times writes: http://nyti.ms/UC6X9e * Bloomberg announced the city will open a new type of preschool in Brooklyn next year serving children as early as six-weeks-old, modeling early education programs in 17 other cities, the Times writes: http://nyti.ms/OZF1Fw * The New York City Council passed a bill requiring city agencies to add scanable codes to permits, licenses, and registrations, allowing anyone with a smartphone to download information about restaurants and buildings, the Post notes: http://bit.ly/PCvNBy

Fw: Unclaimed Money from the Government

Federal and state governments are currently seeking the owners of billions of dollars in unclaimed property.  Does the government owe you money? Each year, 25,000 payments are returned to the Department of the Treasury as undeliverable. Billions of dollars in savings bonds have stopped earning interest, but haven't been cashed. It's free and easy to find out if you, your family, or your neighbors have unclaimed property. Visit USA.gov today to find out if the government owes you money. . If you have questions, contact us. Stay Connected to USA.GOV: Facebook  Twitter  YouTube  Our Blog .

Native American Festival

Native American Festival

Date: September 23, 2012

Pelham Bay Park will host four hours of performances, exhibits, arts and crafts, delicious food, storytelling, nature programs, and more. This annual event is a celebration of the unique Native cultures of the Americas. Guests of all ages will enjoy the ability to interact with many of the performances and activities, while learning about the traditions and lifestyles of such Native groups such as the Taino, Cheyenne-Pawnee, Ojibwe/ Oneida, and more.

Start time: 12:00 pm

End time: 4:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 430-1891

Location: Pelham Bay Park Dog Run (in Pelham Bay Park)

Native American Festival
Fri, 21 Sep 2012 04:00:03 GMT

Fw: Hatewatch Headlines for September 20, 2012

Hatewatch is a weekly summary of the latest news about hate and extremism compiled by the Southern Poverty Law Center. Week of September 20, 2012 Hatewatch Blog Anti-LGBT Propagandist Published Again in Academic Journal SPLC Urges U.S. Government to Take Domestic Extremism Seriously Sovereign Citizen 'President' Indicted for Tax Crimes Values Voter Speakers Mostly Avoid Incendiary Anti-Gay Rhetoric Klein Cultivated Ties With Copts to Advance Anti-Muslim Crusade Hatewatch Headlines VA Vandals Target Islamic Center, Cars Washington Times | Sept. 16, 2012 SPLC supporters like you make the Hatewatch newsletter possible.  Follow Hatewatch on Twitter.  Become our fan on Facebook. Contact SPLC. 400 Washington Ave. Montgomery, AL 36104

Fw: NEWLY CONSTRUCTED AFFORDABLE APARTMENTS FOR RENT IN THE CLINTON SECTION OF MANHATTAN

September 19, 2012 NEWLY CONSTRUCTED AFFORDABLE APARTMENTS FOR RENT IN THE CLINTON SECTION OF MANHATTAN 44th Street Development LLC is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for 682 affordable housing rental apartments now under construction at 510-550 West 45th Street in the Clinton section of Manhattan. The buildings are being constructed through the Inclusionary Program of the New York City's Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) with financing provided by New York State Housing Finance Agency (HFA). For more information This is the NYC.gov News You Requested For: Apartments and Homes for Rent or Sale To unsubscribe please go to this link: https://www.nyc.gov/portal/signin.jsp Comment on this news service PLEASE DO NOT REPLY TO THIS MESSAGE!

HOUSING FORUM

In Honor of National Preparedness Month The New York City Chapter of the National Action Network POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Presents HOUSING FORUM At The House of Justice 106 West 145th Street In the Village of Harlem Saturday, September 29, 2102 @ 12:00noon Come out and Let Your Voice Be Heard! TRAVEL DIRECTIONS: Take the 3 train or M1, M7, M102, M19 Buses to 145th Street and Malcolm X Boulevard. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: (212)-690-3070 Dawn L. Jones, Chairwoman (212)-281-3518 Brenda Ricketts, Co-Chairwoman (917).723.4378 New York City Chapter National Action Network POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE ARE YOU INTERESTED IN THE POLITICAL SYSTEM? THAN COME OUR AND LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD! JOIN NANPAC EVERY FOURTH SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2012 AT 11:00AM AT THE HOUSE OF JUSTICE HEADQUARTERS 106 WEST 145TH STREET IN THE VILLAGE OF HARLEM For More Information Call Us At (212) 690-3070

Learn Important Steps for Voting this Election Season

Learn Important Steps for Voting this Election Season While American citizens have the right to vote, some don't simply because they don't know where to go, how to register or have other basic questions that must be answered before voting. USA.gov has the information you need to know before you cast your ballot: You must be 18 years old to vote in the United States. To register, contact your state board of elections. Most states also accept the National Mail Voter Registration Form, which allows you to register from anywhere in the United States. And most state departments of motor vehicles also allow voter registration. It's important that you register to vote before your state's deadline. Most state deadlines are about 25-30 days before the election, but check your state's deadline well before that to make sure you register in time. If you are living away from your permanent address, are working or studying abroad, or are a member of the armed services, you can vote absentee. Absentee voting allows you to place your vote in advance and to mail it to your local election center by the election date, which this year is Tuesday, November 6th. On Election Day, you must vote at your designated polling place. Be sure you know ahead of time where it is, its hours and which congressional district you're in. Congressional districts and polling place locations can change when new lines are drawn based on a change in the population. You can check your local election office or use the League of Women Voters' online search tool to find out where to vote and when.

AFRICAN AMERICAN

News 2 new results for AFRICAN AMERICAN Some Black Ministers Urge Parishioners Not to Vote Beyond Chron The anniversary of this Ku Klux Klan bombing will likey receive more attention next year on its 50th anniversary, but sadly, many in the African American community who are urging African Americans to stay home on election day, particularly Black ... See all stories on this topic » How Soul Food Stymies African-Americans' Low-Salt Efforts ABC News Mouth watering Southern fried chicken, mac 'n' cheese and collard greens are some of the dishes that make up the genre of food that spells Americana for so many -- it's Soul Food. Its history is deeply rooted in the African-American community, handed ... See all stories on this topic » ABC News

An Early Autumn September 22—Autumnal Equinox The earliest autumn since 1896 arrives this Saturday, September 22, at 10:49 A.M. (EDT). At this time, the Sun appears to cross the celestial equator from north to south. As the weather cools, the days start to get shorter than the nights. See your local Sun rise and set times—it's interesting to see how your day length changes. The word equinox comes from the Latin words for "equal night." Around the time of the fall and spring equinoxes, there are equal days of daylight and darkness. However, if you look at your Sun rise and set times, you'll notice that there aren't exactly 12 hours of light and dark. Why not? On the equinoxes, the very center of the Sun sets just 12 hours after it rises. But the day begins when the upper edge of the Sun reaches the horizon (which happens a bit before the center rises), and it doesn't end until the entire Sun has set. Not only that, but the Sun is actually visible when it is below the horizon, as Earth's atmosphere refracts the Sun's rays and bends them in an arc over the horizon. According to our former astronomer, George Greenstein, "If the Sun were to shrink to a starlike point and we lived in a world without air, the spring and fall equinoxes would truly have 'equal nights.'" Read more about the first day of fall.

Police Search For Alleged Bronx Livery Cab Robber

Police Search For Alleged Bronx Livery Cab Robber

Police are looking for a man they say robbed a livery cab driver in the Bronx.

Police Search For Alleged Bronx Livery Cab Robber
Tue, 18 Sep 2012 02:21:41 GMT

Fw: Hatewatch Headlines for September 13, 2012

Hatewatch is a weekly summary of the latest news about hate and extremism compiled by the Southern Poverty Law Center. Week of September 13, 2012 Hatewatch Blog Meet Steve Klein, the Hate Group Leader Who 'Consulted' on 'The Innocence of Muslims' Consultant for Anti-Muslim Film Provided Combat Training for Hate Group Public Officials to Rub Shoulders with Anti-LGBT Extremists at 'Values' Summit Five More Suspects Indicted in FEAR Militia Terror Plot SPLC Urges Public Figures Not to Attend Values Voter Summit Self-Described Anarchists in Ohio Terror Plot Plead Guilty Hatewatch Headlines CA California Man Confirms Role in Anti-Islam Film Amid Mystery Over Movie and Its Makers Washington Post | Sept. 13, 2012 IL Tinley Park Man Charged with Hate Crime for Alleged Attack Chicago Tribune | Sept. 13, 2012 VA Former Neo-Nazi Leader in Va. Gets More Prison Time Roanoke Times | Sept. 13, 2012 SPLC supporters like you make the Hatewatch newsletter possible.  Follow Hatewatch on Twitter.  Become our fan on Facebook. Contact SPLC. 400 Washington Ave. Montgomery, AL 36104

Community angry that Highbridge Nursery School slated to close

Community angry that Highbridge Nursery School slated to close

Brenda Moore remembers the day six years ago when Christina Malo, 8, enrolled in Highbridge Nursery School, a bright haven nestled inside the looming Sedgwick Houses complex.

Community angry that Highbridge Nursery School slated to close

CORINNE LESTCH
Thu, 13 Sep 2012 10:00:02 GMT

Last of the burnt-out lots on Southern Blvd. to be a public park

Last of the burnt-out lots on Southern Blvd.

The blighted lot at the corner of Barretto St. and Southern Blvd. stood as the last reminder of the devastation that rocked Hunts Point in the 1970s. Earlier this week, the whirring of bulldozer engines ushered in the end of that dismal era.

Last of the burnt-out lots on Southern Blvd. to be a public park
TANYANIKA SAMUELS
Thu, 13 Sep 2012 10:00:37 GMT