Community

MAP Open House and Gang Prevention Workshop

When: May 19, 2016 2:00-4:00 pm

Where: Red Hook Library

NYC Department for the Aging MAP Open House and Gang Prevention Workshop Guest Speaker: Norbert Davidson: Gang Prevention and Intervention Unit Office of Safety and Youth Development RSVP to Frank McCrea 212-602-4304 Refreshments Provided Open House

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Business

FINDING AFFORDABLE HOUSING

When: May 18, 2016 6:30-8:30 pm

Where: CGA Training Center 201 Columbia Street

In the midst of New York city's housing crisis, it is becoming increasingly harder to find an affordable home. Come learn about the causes of the crisis and how to navigate the affordable housing application application.

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Business

NYCHA TENANTS RIGHT

When: May 24, 2016 6:00-8:00 pm

Where: RED HOOK COMMUNITY JUSTICE CENTER 88 VISITATION PLACE

What are your rights & responsibilities as a NYCHA tenant? Come learn about the Red Hook Community Justice Center's Housing Resource Center and the housing court process.

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Event, Community, News

Red Hook Earth Day Celebration

When: Apr 22, 2016 2:00-4:30 pm

Where: Coffey Park

Celebrate Earth Day in Red Hook! Friday, April 22 Coffey Park (near the park house) 2:00 – 4:30 Join us for an afternoon of fun featuring Flower planting, crafts, face painting and more! For more information contact 718-923-8242

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Information, Community, Emergency

Report Mold Conditions in NYCHA

When: April 19-26, 2016

 

 DO YOU HAVE MOLD IN YOUR APARTMENT?  Red Hook Initiative and the Red Hook Community Justice Center are working with NYCHA to immediately address mold issues in Red Hook Houses.

If you have mold or suspect mold in your apartment, please call 718-923-8222 and leave a voicemail with your name, phone number, addresses with apartment number, a brief description of the mold and its location, and any associated ticket number. We will return your call to confirm that your case has been submitted.

To report in person: Red Hook Community Justice Center Housing Resource Center: 88 Visitation Pl. Red Hook Initiative: 767 Hicks St. To report on-line: http://goo.gl/forms/lhJZrCVurj Tenant lists will be submitted to NYCHA by 4/15/2016 We will follow-up with you by 4/22/2016 to confirm that your mold issue has been reported.

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Event, Job, Community

Seasonal Hiring Event at RHI

 

 

Red Hook Initiative Second Fridays Sandy Workforce 1  Seasonal Hiring Event On the spot job screening for summer jobs in Coney Island. Friday, May 13th 4pm - 6pm 767 Hicks St. Brooklyn NY Call Catherine at 718-858-6782 for more information.

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Event, Art/Music, Community, News

Friends of Red Hook Library Fashion Show

When: May 21, 2016 5:00-9:00 pm

Where: Red Hook Library

Support the new Friends of Red Hook Library group and enjoy free food, beverages, and an amazing fashion show featuring handmade clothes and local Red Hook models! Tickets are $25 and all proceeds will go to the Friends of Red Hook Library for children s programs and activities to benefit the Library. Purchase tickets from Minetta Brown: 718-260-9753

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News

Volunteer Saturdays – Beautify Red Hook Parks

When: Saturdays at 10:00 am, from May 7, 2016 until October 29, 2016

Where: Meeting Site: Red Hook Recreation Center @ 155 Bay Street

Every Saturday until fall we'll be beautifying Red Hook Parks. Help us plant, paint, clean-up, rake. Bring the little ones with you. Dress adequately for the weather as we work rain or sun.

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Business

Volunteers Needed

When: Mondays at 6:00 pm, from March 14, 2016 until June 13, 2016

Where: 76 Lorraine Street, Brooklyn NY 11231

Alex House Project needs volunteers. Interested candidates should live in or near red hook, have a flexible evening schedule and like to be around small children. Please reach out to us at: 347-792-2109 or email us at [email protected] subject: volunteer Thank you.

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Emergency, Health

Red Hook Resilience Corps is HIRING Part-Time Members!

When: February 1-26, 2016

Where: Red Hook Community Justice Center

Red Hook Community Resilience Corps! What is the Red Hook Community Resilience Corps? The Red Hook Community Resilience Corps is an AmeriCorps National Service Program that seeks to make Red Hook a safer, stronger and more resilient community. Corps members will serve throughout the Justice Center (in Peacemaking, Neighborhood Restitution Crew, Alternatives to Incarceration and Youth and Community Programs). Corps Members will also provide disaster recovery education, work with a mentor to achieve their goals and perform service projects throughout neighborhood. What is the Commitment? Corps Members must complete 900 hours of service in one year. Corps members will work part-time (25-28 hours/week) from April 4th-December 31st, 2016. A typical work day will be 9:30-5:30 with occasional evening and weekend obligations. What Benefits do Corps Members Receive? Corps members will receive a stipend of $3,759 for their service and an educational award of $2,865 which may be used toward tuition or student loans. Additional benefits include: basic medical coverage, childcare reimbursements, student loan forbearance, training and on the job work experience. Application Deadline: Friday, February 26th by 5:00pm Upon completing your application, please email your resume to [email protected]

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Information, Business

FREE TAX PREPARATION

When: Jan 23, 2016 10:00-5:00 pm

Where: Fifth Avenue Committee 621 Degraw street Brooklyn, NY 11217

WHAT TO BRING ; photo ID, original or photocopies of SSN or ITIN Card for yourself, your spouse, and dependents, All 2015 W-2 & 1099 forms, Bank routing and account information for direct deposit! TO QUALIFY, your 2015 income must generally be less than $53,000 (further limits based on filing status and family size) Call for an appointment. (212)-505-3482 or BOOK Online https://taxesatclinic.youcanbook.me/

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