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Education & Resource Fair Learn about free computer and ESL classes, NYCID registration, citizenship applications, health insurance, and more, at the free Community Education & Resource Fair on Aug. 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bronx Library Center, 310 E. Kingsbridge Rd. For more information, call (718) 579-4244. Free Curb Your Dog […]

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Community Resource Fair NYC Council Member Andy King will host a free Community Health and Resource Fair on Saturday, Aug. 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 940 E. Gun Hill Rd. There will be mobile health and legal vans, health screenings, exhibits and resources from community agencies and non-profits, music, giveaways, refreshments and activity for […]

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Free Curb Dog Signs Free “curb your dog” signs are available to homeowners and building superintendents at Community Board 7’s office, 229A E. 204th St., from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (718) 933-5650 to schedule a pickup. School Lunch Program The summer school lunch program is now available to children ages 18 and under […]

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Address Community Needs The High School for Teaching and the Professions hosts a free Community School Kick-Off Forum on May 30 from 2 to 5 p.m. at 2780 Reservoir Ave. to address needs of students, families and the community. Events include parent workshops, giveaways, lunch, raffles, games, music, and entertainment. For more information and to […]

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Small Business Workshops Monroe College School of Business and Operation HOPE host free small business development workshops Wednesdays through July 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the college’s Ustin Hall, 2375 Jerome Ave. (184th Street). Participants will learn how to start a business, build a business plan, and look for funding. For more information […]

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Constituent Services Councilman Andy King of the 12th Council District will hold a Constituent Night Event at Eastchester Gardens Community Center, 3016 Yates Ave., from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Services will including resources and solutions for housing, food stamps, immigration, Access-A-Ride and basic services. Residents living Eastchester Gardens can pre-schedule an appointment by calling the […]

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MMCC Pre-K Applications The Mosholu Montefiore Community Center is accepting applications for its Pre-K, Head Start and child care programs at the Van Cortlandt Village Child Development Center, located inside the VC Jewish Center, 3880 Sedgwick Ave.  For more information, call (718) 543-0231 or (718) 882-4000.

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Free Mammograms The American Italian Cancer Foundation and SSC Community Development Corp. will host a free mammogram and clinical breast exam in its mobile clinic on April 4 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 2930 Valentine Ave. NYC female residents over age 40 who have not had a mammogram in the past 12 months are eligible and must schedule an appointment by calling (877) […]

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DYCD Application NYC’s Department of Youth and Community Development is accepting applications for the 2015 Summer Youth Employment Program through April 10. SYEP is available for young people ages 14 to 24 with up to six weeks of entry-level experience at worksites in the city. Participants are selected by lottery for the program, which runs […]