Bedford Park Photos Wanted

The Bedford Mosholu Community Association is accepting photos of the Bedford Park neighborhood to go with its application to the Historic Districts Council. The application seeks to begin an effort to preserve Bedford Park from further development. Photos can be sent to bedfordmosholu@verizon.net.

Gun Buyback

The NYPD will host a gun buyback program on Oct. 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the following drop-site locations: Mitchell Community Center, 210 Alexander Ave., and Holy Spirit Church, 1940 University Ave. Anyone turning in a handgun or assault rifle in working condition will receive a $200 pre-paid gift card, and a $25 pre-paid gift card in exchange for rifles, shotguns, and airguns. No questions will be asked.

Free Tenant Assistance

The Mayor’s Tenant Support Unit, which offers free assistance to New Yorkers who may be at risk of displacement or harassment, as well as sharing information on tenants’ rights and healthcare, will meet at the following Bronx locations from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Refuge House, 2715 Bainbridge Ave., Oct. 18; Assemblyman Jose Rivera’s Office, 1 Fordham Plaza, Oct. 18; Office of State Senator Gustavo Rivera, 2432 Grand Concourse, Oct. 16, 23 and 30; and Office of Assemblyman Victor Pichardo, 2175 Jerome Ave., Oct. 18 and 25. In addition, the Mayor’s Get Covered unit meeting will be held at North Central Bronx Hospital, at 3424 Kossuth Ave., on Oct. 13, 14. 20, 27 and 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 311.

Grant Campaign
NYC Service and Citizens Committee for New York City launched the 2019 “Love Your Block” grant campaign to support communities making local change in transforming public spaces. Resident-led volunteer groups should submit project proposals that address community concerns and highlight how the project will transform public spaces. Twenty-five community group winners will receive a $1,000 grant, project management support, and City agency services to improve their neighborhood. Interested participants can attend an information session on Oct. 16 or Oct. 23 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Applications can be found at nyc.gov/loveyourblock. For more information and to RSVP, call (212) 822-9579. Applications are open through Nov. 7.

Scholarship Competition
NYC Bronx Community Board 6 which covers the neighborhoods of Bathgate, Belmont, East Tremont, and West Farms Square will hold a scholarship contest to support high school graduates who seek higher education and who have financial need. Five students will be selected and winners will be notified on May 1, 2019. Requirements include graduating senior living in CB 6, resume, and video submission. For more information and detailed information, call (718) 579-6990.

Bird Walks
Free bird walk tours with guides provided by the New York City Audubon Society and Van Cortlandt Park Conservancy, are scheduled for every Saturday through Nov. 24 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Van Cortlandt Park Conservancy. Meet at the VC Nature Center. For more information, contact Joseph McManus at mcmanus638@aol.com. The walks are made possible through a grant by Councilman Andrew Cohen.

IDNYC Expansion
Children as young as age 10 can now apply for an IDNYC, which grants them free one-year memberships at museums, zoos, and theatres, along with discounts on movie tickets, entertainment options, and more. For more information on eligibility criteria, benefits, enrollment centers, and more, visit NYC.gov/IDNYC or call 311.