For the Parents

Free Personal Finance Course

When: 11-25-2009, 6:00PM – 8:00PM
Phone: 718-933-3101
Address: 2751 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY
Fee: FREE
Learn how to take control your finance and work towards long-term financial stability at Concourse House on Wednesdays, starting in November from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. The course will cover banking, goal setting, budgeting, debt management, credit and much more. All for free! Those that attend can also meet with a financial counselor for individual advice. You’ll also receive a copy of your credit report, your credit score and on completion of the 5 week course a certificate which can be used at any local credit union to open a savings account. Course is available in English or Spanish. Please RSVP to UNHP at 718-933-2539.

Turkey Giveaway

Turkey Giveaway

When: 11-24-2009, 3:00pm-6:00pm
Phone: 3472684503
Address: 833 St.Anns ave bronx,ny 10456
Fee: $0
AfterDark and Da Click Family are giving away 115 frozen turkeys to help families for this Thanksgiving Day..One turkey per household.

Stop The Violence

Lincoln Institute Opening New Charter School

IMAGINATION ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL:

A Lincoln Center Institute School

Imagination. Rigor. Community. College Readiness.

WHAT:      Come learn about the South Bronx’s newest charter school:  Imagination Academy!

WHO: We’re interested in meeting with parents of current third graders because these students will be eligible to enroll in IACS’s first fifth grade class in September 20011.

WHERE: The New York Public Library: Hunt’s Point Branch, 877 Southern Boulevard (at Tiffany St.)

WHEN: Saturday, November 21, 2009

TIME: 12pm – 2pm

DIRECTIONS:

Via Train –

• 6 train to Longwood Ave.; walk north two blocks; or proceed to Hunt’s Point Ave. Station; walk south two blocks on Southern Blvd.

• 5 train to Simpson St.;walk south three blocks on Southern Blvd.
• 2 train to Simpson St.; walk south three blocks on Southern Blvd.

Via Bus –

• BX4 — to Simpson St.; walk south three blocks on Southern Blvd.
• BX5 — to Hunt’s Point Ave.; walk south three blocks on Southern Blvd.

• BX6 — to Southern Blvd.; walk south two blocks on Southern Blvd.
• BX19 — to Tiffany St.

Christmas 2009

*Don’t forget to check out the Thanksgiving post too!

We all know how quickly the holidays go by, so BronxMama is already starting to add Christmas events. Keep checking back, since more will be added!

To see the events:

A Chance to Give Back

Every year when Thanksgiving rolls around we give thanks for everything we are fortunate in having. We teach our kids to be appreciative of the food on our tables and the clothes on their back. Here’s a chance to really show your thanks: Immaculate Conception Church is asking for volunteers to help assemble food baskets to give away to the poor on Saturday November 2st. For more information,

FREE Government Supported Cell Phone

SafeLink Wireless is a government supported program
that provides a free cell phone and airtime each
month for income-eligible customers

Visit here for more information.

$5 Horse-Drawn Carraige Rides at the Bronx Zoo

Weekends, Nov 7–Dec 27

The Bronx Zoo’s beloved Clydesdale horses Ranger, Jesse, and Monty have once again trotted into the spotlight to take guests on festive wagon rides, Saturdays & Sundays beginning November 7. The Clydesdale—a high-stepping draft horse—is in its element when at work, whether in the field or at the head of a cart. At the zoo, they enjoy long walks with their keepers, being brushed, and the occasional sweet treat.

Clydesdale carriage rides operate from 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Tickets cost $5 per person for ages 3 and over, and can be purchased at the Children’s Zoo ticket window. Rides pick up on Astor Court.

Thanksgiving 2009

*10:00 am Sunday November 22nd: Turkey Count Hike

Pelham Bay Park at Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum (895 Shore Road)
FREE (718) 885-3467

*11:00 am Saturday November 28th: Post Turkey Day Super Hike

A post-Thanksgiving tradition! Come with the Rangers on a long hike to work off those extra helpings of stuffing and potatoes.  Wear comfortable shoes and bring water and a healthy snack.

Van Cortlandt Park FREE  (718) 548-0912

*Bronxmama recommends!

 

NEARBY:

“GIVING THANKS…NATIVE AMERICAN CIRCLE” SAT NOV 21st, 11am- 3pm
Program presents an exciting day filled with family fun activities, and opportunity to rethink about Thanksgiving.
The program features:

• a Tipi Village, that includes a micro native american museum, that inspires discovering and learning how our earliest settlers used it, reused it and recycled it as well as an exploration about the significance of the natural resources of NY State.
• a performance by a native american group with a color presentation about their past and present history,
• authentic native american cuisine for you to taste,
• making of apple cider using a traditional apple press
• A venison roast ( annual donation) a conservation hunter and friend of UDEC
• A Free Turkey Give-Away Raffle for River Parks Towers Families ( Please donate a turkey- Free range preferred)

…and much more more. SEE FLYER BELOW:

Last Two Weeks to See Kiku at The NYBG!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kiku in the Japanese Autumn Garden

October 17–November 15, 2009

This marks the third and final year of the Botanical Garden’s elaborate presentation of kiku (Japanese for chrysanthemum).

Hours and Prices

Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

• Adults: $20
• Seniors: $18
• Students (with valid ID): $18
• Children (2–12 years): $8
• Children under 2: Free

http://nybg.org/kiku09/