While exciting, nothing is more exhausting than the bustling holiday season. Humans sleep needs vary by season, requiring extra sleep during the winter months. Sleep expert Dr. Rebecca Robbins recommends adding 15-20 minutes of sleep this time of year, and suggests implementing cozy bedtime routines to receive proper rest. Refresh and unwind this winter at The…
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(credit New York Cares) New York Cares, the largest volunteer network in New York City, today announced the official launch of its 34th Annual Coat Drive. For the second year, New York Cares is launching Coats+, a fundraising campaign with a continuing focus on distributing warm winter coats with care, while also addressing food insecurity through…
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Caption: Local electeds, city officials and special guests gathered to cut the ribbon of the first children’s museum in the Bronx prior to its public opening on December 3. Photo: Keyz2Life Media. After more than 12 years of providing quality enrichment programs to children throughout the Bronx as a museum “without walls,” Bronx Children’s Museum…
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Photo Caption: Queens Fresh Air alum Ariel Pierre on stage at The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers at The Fresh Air Fund 2022 Fall Benefit (Photo Credit: Jenna Bascom) The Fresh Air Fund invited more than 350 guests to celebrate at its Annual Fall Benefit, “The Big Apple Bash,” presented by The Fresh Air Fund Council…
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From left: “Alumna of the Year” Amy Stephanie Luis; Legislator Drucker; “Girl of the Year” Dreshta Boghra and Girls Inc. Long Island Executive Director Renee Flagler on Nov. 3, 2022. (PHOTO CREDIT – Office of Legislator Arnold W. Drucker) Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) joined Girls Inc. Long Island on Thursday,…
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Lovely Pierre, Wife; ARA CEO/Founder Nicholson Sony Pierre; US Congresswoman Yvette Clarke; NYC Councilwoman Farah Louis; BKLYN Commons CEO Johanne Brierre In celebration of Emotional Wellness Month, ARA Emotional Wellness & Mental Hygiene, one of New York City’s leading, sustainable mental hygiene providers serving diverse and disadvantaged communities, hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate…
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Sat., Sept. 17 – Fri., Sept. 23, 2022 Mayor Eric Adams (Photo: https://twitter.com/NYCMayor/photo) Last week, the United Nations gathered in our city for the annual General Assembly, the first in-person Assembly in two years. I was honored to meet with leaders from all over globe to discuss the many issues we’re facing, from migration to…
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PHOTO CREDITS – Office of Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D – Freeport) and Suffolk County Legislature Minority Leader Jason Richberg (D – Wyandanch) celebrated the region’s top hardwood talent by hosting the inaugural “Best of Long Island” basketball tournament at the Nassau County Police Department’s…
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Join the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (LIAACC’s) National President of the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. Ron Busby, Sr. and Marlene Cintron, Administrator of SBA’s Region II, which includes New York State at the Long Island Association Small Business Conference on June 16th, 2022. Register online today here: https://form.jotform.com/22147447106395 LIAACC, a participating organization in the Community Navigator Pilot Program.…
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New Children’s Book “Keeping Your Cool” How to Stay Cool at Home or in School by Renée McRae helps students manage their emotions and behavior at home and school. Keeping Your Cool by Renée McRae, is a fun, short story written in rhyming verse filled with scenarios and tips to help students better manage their…
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