Office of Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez 

Upcoming Events and Opportunities in Washington Heights, Inwood and Marble Hill!

Legal Assistance at Council Member Rodriguez's office

Monday's and Tuesday's: We offer Immigration Legal Services to Constituents.  Two Attorneys, Joseph and Rosie come in to assist CT's with Immigration proceedings, court appearances and status checks. Attorneys are provided to us by CUNY Citizenship NOW.

2^nd Thursday of the Month: We offer Employment Legal Services/clinic to constituents.  An attorney (varies every month) comes in to assist CT's with unemployment, workplace discrimination and unemployment issues. Attorneys are provided to us by MFY Legal Services.

 Health Care:

 Wednesday's: We offer Health Care Assistance to our constituents. A Health Care consultant/case manager comes and meets with CT's to apply for health insurances-specifically OBAMA CARE insurance. The consultant, Gricel completes, submits and processes OBAMA CARE applications.  The Consultant is provided to us by Northern Manhattan Improvement Crop.

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Parking Suspension for Filming (10033 area): featuring Columbia Pictures will be filming segments of an upcoming feature film, "Moonquake Lake,"and will be holding parking in the following locations on Saturday, November 16^th, from 7am-8pm:

• Both sides of Ft. Washington Ave. between W. 179^th & W. 181^st Streets
• Both sides of W. 180^th Street btw. Pinehurst Ave. & Broadway
• Both sides of Broadway between W. 179^th & W. 181^st Streets

Please pay attention to all signs, as any cars remaining in the prohibited area(s) will be towed to the nearest legal spot. You will not be ticketed!(Though it is inconvenient.) If you find your car has been towed, call the film's Locations Department (numbers below) or the 34^th Precinct (212-927-9711) or call 311, and someone will let you know where your vehicle can be found. If you have any questions, please contact their locations Department at 646-351-1531 (office) or 917-362-3962 (24-hour cell phone).

Partnerships for Parks 2013 Conference: Strong communities make NYC great. But what makes our communities strong? When New Yorkers use NYC's parks and green spaces as places to celebrate, recreate, and learn, neighborhoods become vibrant communities. Since 1995, Partnerships for Parks has been supporting these park-related community groups to help make NYC thrive. Conference workshop topics include: fundraising; gardening; volunteer project planning; working with the media; social media; legal basics, including 501(c)3 status; recovery from Super-storm Sandy; community involvement in park design; and park group success stories. Saturday, November 16^th, 10am-6pm, at the NYU School of Law in Manhattan. $10 registration fee includes breakfast, lunch, and a ticket to the reception. Click here http://partnerships2013conference.brownpapertickets.com/ to reserve your spot! Contact Anthony Martinez for more information: 212-360-8196 / anthony.martinez@parks.nyc.gov.

Consular ID & Immigration Documentation Event: With the recent developments on immigration reform, it's crucial that families have the most up to date and correct information, as well as access to key services. There are steps immigrant families can take to be prepared for immigration reform, including: obtaining an identity document from their consulate; applying for DACA if they qualify; getting the latest information on immigration reform proposals; and engaging in their children's education now and in the long run. The Consulates of the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Ecuador and El Salvador will be providing passports, consular IDs and passport certifications. The Manhattan DA's office of Immigrant Affairs will be conducting a workshop to help workers and families with fraud prevention. At PS 128 (560 W. 169^th St. @ Broadway). Sunday, November 17^th, 9am-3pm.

Free art Classes for Kids: The United Palace of Cultural Arts and Creative Arts Workshops for Kids are teaming up to provide a visual arts class for 3^rd, 4^th & 5^th graders. The class will explore several art techniques as teaching artists take kids back in time to groove their way through the 60's. Students will engage in a variety of mixed-media craft projects that explore the decade, including popular art, music and literature. Students also will explore community awareness and community service through the Hippie & Civil Rights Movements. FREE, but you must register and commit to attending ALL of the classes. Saturdays through December 21^st (no class 11/30), from 10:30AM-12:30PM. At the United Palace, 4140 Broadway @ W. 175^th Street. Classes started last weekend, but there are still a few spaces left, so call or email Mike Fitelson (212-568-6700 x41 /mikef@unitedpalace.org) NOW!

Rummage Sale: Great vintage items directly from local apartment close-outs; many pieces date back to the easy 20^th century WH/I. Also available: housewares, furniture, artwork, jewelry, children's clothing, toys, books and electronics, all at bargain prices. At the Hebrew Tabernacle, 551 Ft. Washington Ave. @ W. 185^th St. Sunday November 17^th & Monday November 18^th, 10am-4pm. Donations now being accepted! Call 212-568-8304 or email HToffice@nyc.rr.com.

Reconnect to Fort Tryon Park's revolutionary war history: In commemoration of the 237^th anniversary of the Revolutionary War's Battle of Fort Washington, members of the Brigade of the American Revolution will set up camp on Fort Tryon Park's Cafe Lawn. Visitors will travel back in time and see demonstrations of how the Continental Army functioned during America's War for Independence. There will be arts and crafts for kids, compliments of the Fort Tryon Park Trust and the Morris-Jumel Mansion. Revolutionary War Heroine Margaret Corbin will be giving tours of the battle area. In addition, a blacksmith will demonstrate his craft and local historian James Renner will display historic photographs and maps. Dress up in your finest colonial clothes to enter our costume contest and win great prizes. There will be two categories: most authentic and most creative. On the Caf� Lawn in Fort Tryon Park. Sunday, November 17^th, noon - 3pm.

Celebrate the People's Theatre Project's 5^th Anniversary of Community Building through the Arts in Washington Heights at their "Kickback to Kickoff" event! Many of our artists will be on hand to lead us in games that will open your mind, reconnect you to yourself, and have you belly-laughing. We'll have plenty of food, music, and art making on hand. And to top it all off, we will be launching our IndieGoGo campaign to raise $50,000 in 50 days to celebrate our 5^thanniversary season. We will premiere our IndieGoGo video featuring our community artists (and a special guest) and you will have a chance to be one of the first supporters to join our campaign!! At the Alianza Cultural Center, 530 W. 166^th St. Free and open to the public, though donations are welcome! Sunday, November 17^th, 3pm-6pm. Come for the whole event, or drop in to say hello! RSVP at https://ptpkickback.eventbrite.com/

Casablanca: The United Palace of Cultural Arts celebrates the return of film with the American classic, Casablanca. The evening begins at 6pm with a number of special events, including: a re-enactment of part of the inaugural program from 1930 when the building opened as the Loewe's 175^th Street Theatre; screening a scene from the first movie that played at the Palace, 1929's Their Own Desire, with Norma Shearer and Robert Montgomery; an introduction to "Casablanca" by NY film critic Lou Lumenick; the world premiere of the music video to the song "Bouger" by American rapper GPK, which was filmed at the Palace and features a contemporary homage to Casablanca; music and dancing from the 1940s; raffle prizes including the opportunity to take home a life-size Bogie. At 7pm, they'll screen "Casablanca" on the United Palace's 50-foot silver screen with Spanish subtitles. Free tickets for contributors to the campaign to Return Film to the Palace and anyone wearing a tuxedo or gown will be available at the box office beginning at 5pm. 4140 Broadway @ W. 175^th Street. Sunday, November 17^th. For more information, please see http://unitedpalace.org/index.php/events/345-celebrate-the-return-of-film-to-the-palace-with-casablanca. Special perks for volunteers! If you're interested and available to help earlier in the afternoon, contact Mike Fitelson at mikef@unitedpalace.org.

***NEXT WEEK***

A/C/B/D-Train overnight service interruptions: Please scroll all the way down for an important message below regarding an upcoming MTA FasTrack maintenance program that will affect service on the A /C / B / D lines from 10pm-5am during the week of November 18^th - 22^nd. The affected areas are served by several alternative bus and subway routes; the MTA also is providing shuttles during the service interruptions.

Dyckman Basketball Program invites you to a fundraiser reception at Negro Claro Lounge (3805 10^th Ave. @ W. 204^th St.). Co-sponsored by Senator Espaillat, Assemblywoman Rosa & Councilmember Rodriguez. Monday, November 18^th from 6:30-8:30pm. For more information, contact Sharon Bond at 646-342-1307 / sbond@dyckmanpark.com.

No Name (weekly) is a "workout show," wherein talented performers are encouraged to play and try out new comedic or storytelling material. The audience is invited to hang out afterward to share feedback, shoot the breeze, and get on the mic themselves. Hosted by Eric Vetter. Tuesday, November 19^th & 26^th, 7-9pm. At Word Up Community Bookstore, 2113 Amsterdam Ave. @ W. 165^th St.

Immigration Law Explained: Have questions about the state of immigration law? Robert J. Maher will give a presentation and answer your questions. This is a complimentary seminar on immigration reform and a discussion of the options available for those seeking citizenship, permanent residency, asylum or other status for themselves or family members. Robert J. Maher is a New York City immigration attorney and resident of Washington Heights, as well as a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). At Word Up Community Bookstore, 2113 Amsterdam Ave. @ W. 165^th St. Wednesday, November 20^th, 6pm-9pm

33^rd & 34^th Precinct Community Council Meetings: The 33^rd Precinct Council meets at 6:30pm at the Precinct (2207 Amsterdam Ave. @ W. 170^thStreet); more info: 212-927-3891. The 34^th Precinct Council will meet at the Precinct (4295 Broadway, @ W. 183^rd Street) at 7pm; more info: 212-927-0576. Both on Wednesday, November 20^th

Learn more about the Affordable Care Act: Confused about "Obamacare"? Get the facts about how the new law affects you! Hear from NYS Department of Health and industry leaders about the Health Plan Marketplace ("Exchange"), how it works, the benefits/obligations, and how to get coverage. Sponsored by Sen. Espaillat and the Hispanic Federation, AARP, and Dominican Sunday. At Church of the Ascension, 221 W. 107^th St., (btw. Amsterdam Ave. & Broadway). Wednesday, November 20^th @ 7:30pm. For more information, call 212-544-2278.

Community Engagement Core Resource Conference: Bridging the Expertise of Community and Academia: Funding Opportunities and Successful Partnerships (Columbia University Medical Center, Bard Hall, Main Lounge, 50 Haven Ave, W. 169^th Street.) Space is limited. Pre-register to reserve a spot: bridgingexpertise.eventbrite.com. For more information, contact Alejandra Aguirre at ana2104@columbia.edu. Thursday, November 21^st, 1pm-5pm.

Introductory Social Media Training for Non Profits: Social media has become a key means of communicating and sharing information across for immigrant rights advocates. Through platforms such as FaceBook and Twitter, information dissemination is faster than ever and bringing more individuals into the fold of the work that we do. This is why it is important to learn strategic ways to amplify social media use in advocacy work. This training, hosted at the New York Immigration Coalition, will give an overview of how social media can be used as a strategic and productive part of your organization's organizing, promotional, and marketing efforts. The training will cover: how to set up and use organizational pages on FaceBook, Twitter, Instagram, and more; getting started with Google Analytics and how to create analyze metrics; multi-social network platform (e.g., TweetDeck, Hootsuite) basics; tips on messaging for social media, gaining more followers, and reaching larger audiences; developing an effective social media plan; and basics on using social media as a fundraising tool. At The New York Immigration Coalition, 137-139 W. 25^th St. (btw 6^th & 7^th Aves.), 12^th floor.Thursday, November 21^st, 2pm-4pm; register at https://www.thedatabank.com/dpg/376/personal2.asp?formid=events&c=9425402. Also on Thursday, December 5^th, 2pm-4pm; register at https://www.thedatabank.com/dpg/376/personal2.asp?formid=events&c=5515643

Guest Pastoral at the Indian Road Caf� Please join us for the opening of "Pastoral," sculptor/painter Jon Rosenbaum's exhibition at Indian Road Caf�(600 W. 218^th Street in Inwood). Curated by Jeff Hoppa, Jon's show runs through December 7^th. Reception and special performance November 21^st from 6-8pm. For more information visit www.jonrosenbaum.net or www.indianroadcafe.com.

History of Tango by Quintet of the Americas, a woodwind quintet that champions music from Latin America is joined by world-renowned bandone�nist Daniel Binelli and tango master pianist Polly Ferman for a program of music that spans the history of tango from the habanera to Piazzolla and the modern tango. Pre-performance talk and reception following the concert. NoMAA, 178 Bennett Ave., NYC. Suggested donation $10.Thursday, November 21^st at 7pm.

Community Education Council: You are invited to attend to the Public Meeting District 6 Community Education Council (CEC). Hear about the latest issues with the schools in District 6 (WH/Inwood). Thursday, November 21^st, 7pm - 10pm at the CEC offices, 4360 Broadway (btw. 185^th & 187^thStreets), room 531.

PA'LANTE Harlem Grassroots of Change Gala: Join us as we celebrate our Fifth Year Anniversary and help us honor these wonderful individuals who have had such a great impact on our community: Gabriel Bencosme, Tenant Advocate; Kofi Boateng, Executive Director of WHDC; Shatina Brown, Tenant Advocate; Jeanne Mullgrav, DYCD Commissioner; Florence Rice, Community Activist; David Rodriguez, President of UHCW; Rosa Williams, and Community Advocate. This evening includes a cocktail reception, dinner, awards ceremony and live entertainment; evening attire please. Call 212-491-2541for ticket information. Thursday, November 21^st at 7pm the Alhambra Ballroom, 2116 Adam Clayton Powell Jr., Blvd.

"Memories Interlaced," an Exhibit by Andrea Arroyo: Arroyo's exhibit marries the elegant historical venue with bright contemporary art. Arroyo uses garments collected from women in the community, such as a Mexican huipil and an Indian prayer shawl, repurposing evocative personal items to examine notions of memory, belonging, and body image and to honor the resilience of the female spirit. Free and open to the public. At the Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz Center, 3940 Broadway, @ W. 165^th St. November 22^nd - January 10^th, Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm, and by appointment. Opening Reception: Friday, November 22^nd, 6pm-8pm.

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Seniors' Thanksgiving Luncheon at La Marina: La Marina invites seniors of Washington Heights & Inwood to a Thanksgiving luncheon on Saturday, November 23^rd, noon-3pm. 65+ only. FREE, but you must pre-register. For more information or to RSVP, call Aneiry Batista at 212-544-0173 or e-mail eventsRSVP@adrianoespaillat.org.

Live Your Life with People's Theatre: The People's Theatre Project's children's program, "Live Your Life," is proud to present these young actors' original play around healthy living and the power of imagination. A fun theatrical adventure for the whole family! At Word Up Community Bookstore, 2113 Amsterdam Ave. @ W. 165^th St. Saturday, November 23^rd, 1pm-3:30pm.

Columbia University Football: CU Lions vs. Brown, November 23^rd at 1:30pm. Sen Espaillat's office (212-544-0173/elritter@adrianoespaillat.org) for FREE tickets! (All tickets on a first-come/first-served basis. To ensure that as many people as possible can take advantage of this opportunity, requests will be capped at 4 tickets. (Exceptions of course for large families.)

Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation Workshop: Interact with the native species of New York City and learn about nature rehabilitation work during this Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Workshop. Bobby & Cathy Horvath of WINORR (Wildlife in Need of Rescue and Rehabilitation) bring a wonderful assortment of rescued owls, other birds of prey, and animals for visitors to meet first hand. Meet in the newly renovated Payson Playground Facility at the corner of Payson Ave & Dyckman St. in Inwood Hill Park. Saturday, November 23^rd from 3pm-5pm.

Danza Festival: Contemporary Dance at the Palace: Help inaugurate the spectacular United Palace as Manhattan's newest home for dance with a festival of contemporary dance works rooted in Modern, Tap, Hip-hop and Caribbean traditions. There will be a pre-performance dance class sampler before the festival, from 5:30pm-6:30pm. All ages and levels of experience are welcome. Join us on the United Palace stage to create, dance and learn from professional choreographers and a special guest composer. Free, but reservations required, on a first-come/first-served basis. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. The festival follows at 7pm - 9pm with performance from members of Areytos Performance Works, FreddieDance Project NYC, Amy Kali Dance, Rumbatap, The Hip-Hop Dance Conservatory, and Juan Usera y La Tribu. At the United Palace, 4140 Broadway @ W. 175^th Street. Saturday, November 23^rd. For more information and to register, call 212-568-6700, x41 or go to http://www.unitedpalace.org/index.php/events/362-danza-festival-contemporary-dance-at-the-palace.

FREE Breast Cancer Screenings: The American-Italian Cancer Foundation's mobile, No-Cost Breast Cancer Screening Program provides mammograms and clinical breast exams to uninsured and medically underserved NYC women. They are scheduled to conduct screenings at St. John the Divine, (1047 Amsterdam Ave., @ 112^th St.) on Sunday, November 24^th. To schedule an appointment please call 1-877-628-9090.

Education Film Screening & Discussion Series exposes community members to diverse perspectives and useful information on today's pressing issues of teaching, learning and policy in order to strengthen community involvement across our educational landscape. Action-oriented dialogue after each movie or video explores the community's role in improving educational opportunities with and for young people in our neighborhoods. Sponsored by the Community League of the Heights, the AME Zion Church on the Hill and Total Equity Now. At 2005 Amsterdam Ave. (btw. W. 159^th & W. 160^thStreets), 2^nd floor. Monday, November 25^th features "Healthy Food, Powerful Minds: Nutritional Education, Experimental Learning & Our Youth," at 5:30pm. (Watch this space for details of 12/16 film.) For more information, email info@totalequitynowharlem.org.

The Local Poets at Inwood Local is dedicated to showcasing the talents of Inwood writers and community leaders through writing, poetry and lyric sharing. Hosted by Dane Aska, the last Monday of the month. Next event: November 25^th. Sign-up is at 7:30pm; event starts at 8pm. 10 open mic slots each with a 3-minute time limit and a feature who has a 15- to 20-minute slot. Looking for new features; features are compensated with a $25 tab. For more information, email thelocalpoets@gmail.com.

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Help Bread & Yoga rebuild their new home. Nearly two years after a devastating fire, Bread & Yoga is moving to 5000 Broadway. They're more than two-thirds of the way to their IndieGoGo campaign goal, with only 3 days to go. Help restore this wonderful community center: http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/bread-and-yoga-s-grand-re-opening.

Be a Friend of the Morris-Jumel Mansion! With a little more than a week to go, the Mansion is only halfway to their IndieGoGo campaign goal! Please help preserve this cherished bit of Revolutionary history right in the middle of Washington Heights, and a cultural and educational oasis for our community. http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/help-restore-the-morris-jumel-mansion.

Tired of Graffitied Mailboxes? Paint 'em! Blue and green (for the relay boxes) paint is provided through the US Postal Service. A fun activity for individuals, families, neighbors, businesses, and community groups while cleaning up the neighborhood. Pick up a brush today! One gallon covers approx. 8 boxes. Contact the USPS Delivery Programs, Attn. Kiewah Mui, 421 Eighth Ave., Rm 3006, New York, NY 10199. You will be asked to sign an indemnification form and provide contact info.

NYPD Coat & Food Drive: The 34^th Precinct is a designated site for the 25^th Annual New York Care's Coat Drive, running through February 7, 2014. Anyone can drop off coats at the Precinct any time during the day. (Anyone is in need of a coat can call the Coat Drive Hotline: 646-801-4022.)  The 34^th Precinct also is a designated site for this year's City Harvest Food Drive, running through January 10, 2014. Anyone can drop off food items at the 34th Precinct any time during the day; the most helpful items are canned fruit, canned vegetables, peanut butter (plastic jars), packaged mac-and-cheese, packaged hot or cold cereals. The 34^th Precinct is located at 4295 Broadway near W. 184^th St. If you have any questions, please call the 34^thPrecinct Community Affairs office at 212-927-0576 or 212-927-0287.

Habitat for Humanity.  On Sunday, November 24^th, Congregation Ansche Chesed will have ten slots to volunteer with a home build in Laurelton, Queens. It's a full day where we'll carpool leaving the upper west side at 8:30am and returning at 5:30pm. Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older. No previous experience necessary. If you want more information or would like to RSVP, contact socialaction@anschechesed.org.

Rotary Club Food Drive: The Rotary Club of Inwood is seeking helpful folk to package and load food into bags and bring the boxed food back from White Plains to a food pantry in Inwood. Cars are helpful, but not necessary. Saturday, November 16^th at noon, for several hours ('til done). For more information or to volunteer, please contact Ky Williamson at 212-304-8882.

Typhoon Haiyan was one of the worst, most destructive storms ever: thousands dead and hundreds of thousands more displaced and endangered by lack of food, water, shelter, medical aid and basic sanitation. The geography of the Philippines and her many islands makes relief particularly difficult. There are many worthy aid organizations; two that come to mind are the International Red Cross (http://www.icrc.org/eng/) and Doctors Without Boarders (https://www.doctorswithoutborders.org/), or click here for more suggestions on how you can stretch your hands across the globe to help:http://www.npr.org/blogs/thetwo-way/2013/11/12/244702268/typhoon-haiyan-how-to-help

***NEWS, INFORMATION, OPPORTUNITIES & ONGOING EVENTS*** (10 items)

Talking Transition: Join your fellow New Yorkers at Talking Transition to discuss the future of New York City as we welcome a new administration.Talking Transition is an open conversation between New Yorkers, as we begin to think about how we transition to the next mayor. Now through November 23^rd, from 9am-9pm, the newly erected Transition tent on Duarte Square between Canal Street and 6^th Avenue will feature panel sessions and discussions, multimedia presentations, and a chance for YOU to provide feedback and input throughout. There have already been sessions on affordable housing, food justice, post-Sandy recovery, community mural painting, economic justice for women/families, reaching immigrant communities through ethnic media, and more, but many of these topics will be repeated, and there are many more topics yet to be covered, including health care, AIDS, youth, education and more. To learn more about Talking Transition, and view the full schedule here: http://talkingtransitionnyc.com/

Congratulations to Word Up on being featured in Time Out New York's Best of New York 2013 issue, for being the "Best Pop-Up Made Good!" (http://www.timeout.com/newyork/new-yorks-best/best-of-2013?pageNumber=4). To quote TONY, "For proof that a volunteer-run neighborhood bookstore can succeed against the odds, look no further than Word Up." There's so much great stuff happening there every day that I've only listed a few of their events here. To get the full listing, go to http://wordupbooks.wordpress.com/, or e-mail info@wordupbooks.com and ask to get on their mailing list.

Free ESL Classes for the community: The YM/YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood (54 Nagle Ave) will be offering free ESL classes for the entire community every Tuesday and Thursday, beginning December 3^rd. Advanced ESL Class from 1pm-3pm; Intermediate ESL Class from 3pm-5pm. You must register with the Y no later than November 26^th. If you have any questions please contact Angela at 212-569-6200, x200.

Tutor Tuesdays @ Word Up:  Need help with your homework? Extra prep for a big test? Editing on an essay? More practice with the SATs or Regents? Stop by the community bookshop, where experienced, professional tutors are waiting to give you a hand! Every Tuesday at Word Up, 2113 Amsterdam Ave. @ W. 165^th St., from 5pm-7pm. For students in grades 6-12.

Three Jobs Available at the Northern Manhattan Improvements Corporation: a Job Readiness coach, and Assistant Director of Education & Training, and a Program Coordinator for out-of-school youth. For more information and complete job description and qualifications, contact NMIC's Human Resources Department: 212-822-8300.

Job Opportunity for Diabetes Educator (p/t): Isabella Geriatric Center is seeking an experienced Diabetes Educator for the Together on Diabetes program in Washington Heights and Inwood supported by the United Hospital Fund. The candidate will be responsible for leading diabetes education classes and support groups at local community partner sites using the developed Together on Diabetes curriculum. In addition, the candidate will provide 1:1 counseling and support to individual seniors and caregivers as appropriate, maintain service records, and communicate with all disciplines involved in patient care. The Diabetes Educator may also participate in community outreach to seniors at health fairs and other community events. Qualifications: BS in Health Related field, RN or RD preferred; Training in Diabetes Self-Management Care, Certified Diabetic Educator preferred; 3+ Years of training and education experience related to Diabetes Self-Care or Chronic Disease Self-Management; Bilingual (Spanish/English) - must be able to read, speak and write. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to cban@isabella.org or via fax to 212-342-9601.

Job Opportunities at Community Board 10, Manhattan: CB10 is looking for a District Manager and a Community Assistant. CB10 is a City agency covering Central Harlem. The Board engages in various outreach activities to better the quality of life of community residents, has an advisory role in the City's land use review process, annual budget, and delivery of municipal services and is an active participant in most large-scale development proposals and planning activities. Under the direction of the Board Chair and its Executive Cabinet, the District Manager is responsible for expediting, monitoring and evaluating the delivery of municipal services, land use and zoning issues and budget management concerns within the community district and actively participates in the coordination of the delivery of these services. The Community Assistant will attend to visitors and handle public inquiries on the phone and in person in a courteous and professional manner, as well as supply information about CB10M to the general public with poise and confidence. Send resume and cover letter to CB10M, Attn: Personnel Search Committee, 215 W. 125^th St., 4^th fl, NYC 10027 orcb10searchcommittee@yahoo.com. <post until 11/22/13> For more information, go to: www.nyc.gov/mcb10.

Affordable Housing in Sugar Hill Applications are being accepted for 98 affordable housing rental apartments now under construction at 404-414 West 155th Street, in historic Sugar Hill. This building is being constructed through NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development's Low Income Rental Program. Application, and information regarding size, rent, and targeted income distribution for the apartments available at: http://www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/Sugar-Hill-Apartments-Man.pdf. Preference given to NYC residents; Manhattan's CB9 residents receive preference for half of the units.

Isabella's Institute for Older Adults 50+ Club: Many ongoing programs through November & December!

• Fitness Gets Personal: An energetic senior fitness program including aerobics and dancing to upbeat music. 515 Audubon Ave., Recreation Hall. Mondays, 11am - noon:
• Triple Power: Incorporates the practice of Tai Chi, Qigong & Brainercise to help you gain balance, and enhance your mind. 525 Audubon Ave., Room 1412. Tuesdays, 9:30am - 10:45am.
• Walking Works Wonders: Join Coach Nick for a morning of walking at your own pace followed by light weight exercises to help keep you fit and full of energy. 515 Audubon Ave., Recreation Hall. Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, 8am - 9am.
• "Issues on Aging" Discussion Group: Aging is a natural process we all go through. During this process, we experience the loss of a loved one, illness, retirement, changes in our family relationships and so much more. Join this discussion group and get support on how to cope with some of life's greatest hardships. Refreshments will be provided. 525 Audubon Ave., 1^st fl. Marketing Conference Room. Every other Thursday: 9:30am - 11 am

MTA "FasTrack" Shutdowns for A/C/B/D trains: The FASTRACK maintenance program completely suspends train service over a segment of subway line, to give our workers uninterrupted access to tracks, signals, cables, lighting, third rail components, and platform edges. The upcoming FASTRACK outage will be in effect nightly, from 10pm-5am, starting on Monday, November 18^th through Friday, November 22^nd. During these nightly outages, there will be no A-trains between 59^th Street and 207^th Street and no D trains between 59^th Street and 161^st Street-Yankee Stadium. B and C services end early each night.

Take 1/2/4 trains, free shuttle buses and special service on the M4, Bx12, and Bx19

Trains operate as follows:

A service operates between Lefferts Blvd/Far Rockaway and 59 St-Columbus Circle, the last stop.

D service operates in two sections:

1. Between 205 St and 161 St-Yankee Stadium.

2. Between 59 St-Columbus Circle and Stillwell Avenue.

Travel alternatives:

A Customers - take the 1 for service between Midtown and Washington Heights.

D Customers - take the 2 and 4 for service between the Bronx and Midtown.

Along Central Park West, use nearby 1/2 stations along Broadway instead.

In Harlem, use nearby 1/2 stations or take free shuttle buses to/from the 110 St or 157 St stations. Bx19 buses run along 145 Street.

In Washington Heights, use nearby 1 stations along St Nicholas Avenue instead.

The 42 Street S Shuttle runs all night.

2 trains run local between Times Sq-42 Street and 96 Street.

Connecting bus service is available for select stations as follows:

Bx12 service operates between 207 Street 1 and A stations.

M4 service operates along Ft. Washington Ave. serving the 190,181 & 175 Street A stations.

Bx19 service operates between 145 Street 1/A/D stations and the Bronx.

Free shuttle buses operate on two routes:

• Dyckman Street loop between A and 1 stations.
• Between the 168 Street and 110 Street 1 stations, making stops at the 155 Street A, 155 Street D, 135 Street A, 125 Street A/D,116 Street A, 110 Street A stations.