Edgar Allan Poe Cottage Hours
The Edgar Allan Poe Cottage at 2640 Grand Concourse, is now open two extra days during the week–Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. An audio tour is available by calling (718) 971-2156. For more information call the Bronx Historical Society at (718) 881-8900.

Flea Market Donations Sought
The Bedford Mosholu Community Association, 400 E. Mosholu Pkwy. So., Apt. B1 lobby floor, seeks donations of new and used items (excluding clothing) for its flea market. Donations can be brought to the office on Feb. 25 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Feb. 28 from 1:30 to 4 p.m., and March 4 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. For more information, call (718) 367-2230. 

Bronx Parks Speak Up 
The public is invited to a workshop exploring park improvements on Feb. 28 at Lehman College, 250 W. Bedford Park Boulevard, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information go to www.bronxspeakup.org.

Snow Removal Employment
The City needs temporary snow removal laborers for major snowstorms. Workers must be at least 18 years old and eligible to work in the U.S. Those interested can register at any District Sanitation Garage from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Saturday. For more detailed information, visit www.nyc.gov.

Senior Affordability Survey
The Independent Democratic Conference is looking for senior citizens to take its Affordability Survey. Respondents can express their opinions on utility costs, senior housing options, and other topics. To take the survey, visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/senior_affordability_survey.

Paying for College: Before & After
The University Neighborhood Housing Program, 2751 Grand Concourse, is sponsoring a college financial aid and student debt workshop on Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. Attendees can receive support and assistance with FAFSA applications, student loan management, and more. For more information or to RSVP, call (718) 933-2539.

Free Computer Training
The Christ Disciples International Ministries, 3021-31 Webster Ave., offers free computer classes for seniors 60 years and older on March 2, June 1, Sept. 14, and Dec. 7. Graduates with perfect attendance will receive a free computer and LCD monitor. For more information, and to register for one of these sessions, call (646) 294-7726 or email session preferences to Project Coordinator Mark Challenger at emaeyak@christdisciples.org.

Free Tax Preparation
Free tax preparation is available from VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program) at the following locations: 1) Councilman Ritchie Torres’ office, 573 E. Fordham Rd., Tuesdays through Saturdays during tax season. Photo ID and Social Security card are required. For detailed information and to schedule a required appointment, call (718) 842-8100; 2) Ridgewood Savings Bank hosts a tax prep session from 9:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 4101 White Plains Rd. on Feb. 21 (718-882-0440). Call in advance for details on requirements and eligibility, and required appointment.

Grant Opportunity
We Are The Bronx is offering an opportunity for grants for Bronx-based groups. The application is due by April 1 at 5 p.m. For more information and to apply, go to http://wearethebronx.org/grant/.

Financial Workshop
University Neighborhood Housing Program will host free Getting Ahead Financial Education Workshops, Thursdays, Feb. 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Concourse House, 2751 Grand Concourse. Topics include handling wage garnishments, debt collectors, credit cards, and student loans. For more information and to RSVP, call (718) 933-2539.

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