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One Book One Bronx presents Girl in the Mirror
After a summer break, One Book
One Bronx returns with Girl in the Mirror:
Three Generations of Black Women in
Motion by Natasha Tarpley. In this vivid
family memoir told in the voices of three
generations of women, writer Natasha
Tarpley sets her own migrations in the
context of a long line of African-Americans’
stories.
At the BronxArtSpace, 305 East
140th Street on Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8
p.m., September 10, 17, 24, October 1
and 8.
At Casita Maria Center for Arts & Education,
928 Simpson Street, Wednesdays,
6:30 to 8 p.m., September 11, 18,
25, October 2, and 9.
During September, One Book One
Bronx will expand to a second location
giving readers the option to join the discussion
on Tuesdays or Wednesdays.
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PEP for Seniors in Parkchester is
holding its fi nal Community Tag Sale for
the year on Saturday, September 14,
from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Metropolitan
Oval (Metropolitan Avenue and Unionport
Road) around the fountain. Vendors
will be selling new and used items,
housewares, antiques, clothing and toys.
Rain date is Sunday, September 15.
“We are very excited to offer our third
and fi nal tag sale of the year,” says PEP
for Seniors program director Nicole Tambini.
“Our vendor spaces are sold out
but that’s good news for shoppers, who
can visit all 75 vendors. Our vendors offer
a variety of interesting items. Come
take a look. We will also have materials
about PEP for Seniors for those who
are interested in learning more about
our services. Our tag sales are our biggest
fundraiser and help us to continue
providing programs for Parkchester seniors
so that they remain vital and age
in place.”
The tag sales benefi t the PEP for
Seniors NORC program. The vendor
fees go directly towards providing quality
programming for their senior citizens.
The Parkchester Enhancement Program
provides nursing and social services
along with educational and recreational
opportunities for seniors 60+
living in Parkchester, enabling seniors to
One Book, One Bronx returns with Girl in the Mirror, at Casita Maria Center for Arts and Education.
Photo courtesy of Casita Mara Center for Art and Education
remain independent.
For more information about our program,
please visit us on Facebook by
searching for “PEP for Seniors,” or contact
them at ntambini@centerlight.org or
at (718) 409-1619.
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The City Island Library will offer the
following programs in September:
Circle Time: Children from birth to 3
years old and their caregivers can enjoy
stories, songs, and fi nger plays while
spending time with other toddlers. Limit
of 15 children with their caregivers. Craft
included. Every Tuesday from 11 to
11:45 a.m.
Play-Doh Time: Have fun exploring
sensory dough as well as making your
own creations with Playdough by kneading,
rolling and molding it! Ages 2 to 5.
Playdough does contain wheat products.
Every Thursday at 11 a.m.
Read & Play: Children from birth to 3
Sunday, September 29, 2019
1:00-4:00PM
International Caterers
3243 Ampere Avenue
Bronx, NY 10465
Gallery readings from
Medium Jennifer Romano
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years old and caregivers can take part
in wonderful stories, discover amazing
toys, and meet new friends in this fun,
informal program. Limit of 15 children
with their caregivers. Every Friday from
11 to 11:30 a.m.
Craft-A-Way: Drop in and participate
in creating projects related to a theme or
holiday. Ages 2 to 5. Friday, September
13, at 11:30 a.m.
Self-Care September: September is
National Self-Care Awareness Month.
On Wednesdays after school, take care
of yourself and experience a moment of
calm in your hectic schedule. There will
be a different activity each Wednesday
from 3:30 to 4 p.m.
September 11, Meditation with
Zentangle; September 18, Touch and
See Relaxation Time; and September
25, Cardboard Circle Weaving.
After School Lounge: Come to the
library after school for a chance to get a
head start on your homework before unwinding
online. Monday through Thursday
from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Teen Unwind: On Fridays, at 3 p.m.
a series of special activities will be held
to celebrate the beginning of the weekend.
September 6, Mindfulness Moment;
September 13, Wii and Board Games;
September 20, Intro to Bullet Journals;
and September 27, Wii and Board
Games.
Writing Aloud Workshop: Created
by N.Y. Writers Coalition in 2003, the
Writing Aloud Reading Series unites
NYWC’s community of writers and activists
with some of the nation’s most
prominent literary fi gures. In venues
like The Brooklyn Commons, Greenlight
Bookstore, and the Museum of Contemporary
African Diasporan Arts (Mo-
CADA), stories that were once silenced
are heard by new audiences in New
York City. Workshop leader John Maney
reading the work of Rahsaan Thomas in
partnership with PEN America & a special
feature from the Project X slam team
Thursday, September 12 at 5:30 p.m.
Mensa Mondays: Doing puzzles has
been linked to improved memory, better
problem-solving skills, and even
lower stress levels. Let us help you
work off those Monday blues by providing
you with riddles, crosswords, word
searches, and number puzzles. Every
Monday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
City Island Scrabble Club: If you’re
looking for some friendly competition,
then join our Scrabble Club! Come in
and fl ex your vocabulary muscles. Note:
Limited to 12 participants, registration
required. Thursday, September 5 and
19 at 1 p.m.
City Island Book Club: Call or stop by
the branch for more information. Monday,
September 9 and 23 at 5 p.m.
The Island Writers: This is a group
for all who are interested in writing professionally
or personally. Every Tuesday
from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
One-on-One: Computer, Tablet, and
Resume Instruction: Stop in, or call to
make an appointment for one hour of
personalized instruction that addresses
your questions and concerns. No computer?
No problem! The library has computers
available for instructional use.
Registration required.
Saturday Afternoon Movies: Feature
movie titles, varying in length, at 1
p.m. September 7, The Recruit; September
14, The Public; September 21, Berlin
I Love You; and September 28, The
Avengers (The Original 1998).
Some programs require registration,
which can be done in person, or by
phone. All programs are free.
Experience the Grace of Healing from
St. Padre Pio and the Divine
Tickets $50.00
(includes light lunch & refreshments)
For more information and to register www.itisjustme.com or 646.721.4119
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