Upcoming Events May 24, 2020 This Information Is Provided by the Murray Hill Neighborhood Association

Upcoming Events May 24, 2020 This information is provided by The Murray Hill Neighborhood Association. We are sharing it as a service to our members. If this notice does not interest you, please disregard it. You can also find these weekly newsletters online in PDF (printable) format at www.murrayhillnyc.org in the News section, look for Weekly Eblasts 2021. Please share this email with a friend, neighbor or colleague. You can sign up for these emails at www.murrayhillnyc.org, scroll down the Also Happening column. Editor Nancy Sheran can be contacted at [email protected]. Please put Newsletter in the Subject.

Traffic advisory - street closures

East 32nd Street between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue: This street will be closed Saturday from 8am to 6pm and Sunday from 9am to 6pm through May 30 for new water and sewer installation. East 36th Street between Lexington Avenue and Park Avenue: This street will be closed Saturday from 8am to 6pm and Sunday from 9am to 6pm through May 30 for major gas installation.

How you can help

Do you want a green and clean Murray Hill? Volunteers are needed for The Murray Hill Neighborhood Association's Green & Clean Committee. We need people with good organizing skills who can help organize our events and program activities. Contact us if you’d like to help with the Keep Murray Hill Clean Program, Tree Replacement Program, cleaning and mulching events and communications. Work with MHNA volunteers, social media and newsletter committees, and take charge of an aspect of the committee's work. You can have an impact on the beautification of our neighborhood! If interested in helping this important cause please email [email protected].

Become a Poll Worker or Interpreter Earn up to $2,800 for working on all Election Days. Board of Elections NYC. Learn more at vote.nyc/page/poll-worker-positions. Apply at nyc.electiondayworker.com.

Blood Donations Are Urgently Needed The NYC blood supply is at a very low level. If you want to donate, a nearby blood center is: New York Blood Center - Grand Central (please make an appointment) 115 East 41st Street, 800-933-2566, nybloodcenter.org

Bryant Park Corporation and 34th Street Partnership are currently hiring for the 2021 Summer season. More information about the positions, and how to apply, is available at 34thstreet.org/about- us?mc_cid=e3eaf85ad0&mc_eid=1165e24a4c#job-openings.

NYC School Surveys

Your School. Your Child. Your Voice. Every year, all parents, teachers, students in grades 6-12 and select school support staff take the NYC School Survey. The survey helps school leaders understand what key members of their school community think about the learning environment at their school. The information captured by the survey is designed to support a dialogue among all members of the school community about how to make the school a better place to learn. Take the 2020-21 NYC School Survey at surveys.panoramaed.com/nycdoe/login.

Vaccination Poll for Older Students Have a child age 16+ ? Share your vaccination preferences, fill out the survey nycenet.edu/surveys/covid19vaccine.

NYC’s reopening

New York City is in Phase 4 of the coronavirus reopening, but some activities are still on temporary PAUSE or are open with reduced capacity due to the high community rate of coronavirus infections. Learn more about the reopening phases, micro-cluster strategy, travel advisory, testing, etc. at forward.ny.gov.

NYC coronavirus page www1.nyc.gov/site/coronavirus/index.page

New York City reopening business guidance www1.nyc.gov/nycbusiness/article/reopening- guide.

Centers for Disease Control (CDC) covid-19 page cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019- nCoV/index.html

New York State reopening page, covid rates and zones, vaccination program, covid restrictions and guidance, travel advisory, etc. coronavirus.health.ny.gov/home.

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May 17, subways returned to 24/7 service. Cleaning and disinfecting will continue.

May 18, New York State adopted the CDC mask guidelines for fully vaccinated people. Masks are still required on public transportation, in schools and congregate facilities. Unvaccinated people should continue to wear masks. Immunocompromised people are advised to wear masks and consult with your physician. Learn more at cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/fully- vaccinated.html.

May 19, Large-scale venues - indoor capacity increases to 30% and outdoor venues will be limited only by the space available for patrons to maintain the required social distance of six feet.

Restaurant operators should refer to nyc.gov/restaurantreopening for guidance on reopening safely and legally.

All business owners can learn more at nyc.gov/covid19biz or call the SBS Reopening Hotline at 888- SBS-4NYC (888-727-4692) for assistance in understanding and implementing reopening regulations.

May 31, curfews will be lifted on indoor dining and all catered events that qualify. See In-Person and Catered Events Section governor.ny.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/Indoor_and_Outdoor_Food_Services_Detailed_Guidel ines.pdf). SLA-licensed establishments should visit the State Liquor Authority website for additional guidance about closing times sla.ny.gov/Guidance-COVID-Related-Closing-Times. The midnight closing hour for NYC Open Restaurants roadway seating will remain in effect until further notice.

September 14, Broadway theaters are ready to reopen at 100% capacity , and tickets are now on sale.

Learn more about COVID-19 and NYC’s reopening at murrayhillnyc.org, including

Reopening Testing Vaccinations Neighborhood restaurants, food & spirits that are open for delivery & pickup Neighborhood retail, health care (including pets) & services that are open Neighborhood houses of worship, museums, educational and cultural institutions

COVID-19 rate in zip code 10016

The positive Covid-19 rate for Murray Hill (zip code 10016) has declined significantly in the past weeks and is now below 1%. This snapshot was taken on May 21, 2021.

The above data is from the NYC Department of Health website COVID-19 tracker www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-data.page The view is the 7-day Percent Positive and Test Rate by ZIP code (for Zip code 10016). New York State COVID-19 tracker forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county- dashboard.

IMPORTANT: There is still no cure for COVID-19, it will take months to administer the vaccines for herd immunity, and there is concern about highly contagious variants.

To stop the spread of COVID-19:

• wear face coverings when you are with people who are not in the same household • maintain distance (6 feet between people who are not in the same household) • practice good hand hygiene

• stay home if sick (seek care if you feel seriously ill)

When community rates of infection are high, limit non-essential activities, travel and indoor gatherings with people who are not in your household.

NYS travel advisory coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-travel-advisory.

Vaccinations

Vaccinations are free, and are now readily available. All New Yorkers age 12+ are eligible. Public health officials recommend getting vaccinated as soon as you are eligible. Currently the Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines are being administered. The J&J is a one-shot vaccine. Only the Pfizer vaccine has been approved for people age 12 - 17.

The NYC Vaccine Finder site now tells you everywhere in NYC that vaccinations are available and the type of vaccination offered vaccinefinder.nyc.gov.

Beginning Monday, May 24, Governor Cuomo announced a week-long “Vax & Scratch” campaign at state-run vaccine sites. Every adult vaccinated will receive a free scratch-off lottery card, itself a $20 value, that has a 1-in-9 chance of winning something and an overall jackpot of $5 million. A state-run site in Manhattan near us is the NYS - Javits Center, 429 11th Avenue, Manhattan, 10018, 833-697-4829, Walk-up vaccinations available to all eligible New Yorkers, FIRST DOSE APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE! Open daily from 8am-7pm, vaccines offered at this location: Pfizer (12+), Johnson & Johnson (18+).

Pharmacies participating in the vaccinations are Walgreens/Duane Reade, RiteAid and CVS. You can also set up accounts on their websites, and request alerts. RiteAid is offering walk- in vaccinations. Some independent pharmacies are also offering vaccinations, including HealthSource on 34th Street.

If you prefer to be vaccinated by your primary care physician, some doctors’ offices are getting supplies of the vaccinations. Contact your doctor.

(no appointment needed) ALL New Yorkers can now get their COVID-19 vaccine without an appointment at city-run and state-run sites across the city. To find a walk-up vaccination site near you, visit on.nyc.gov/walkupvax or call 877-829-4692. Nearby walk-up site: Ford Foundation, 320 East 43rd Street (entrance also at 321 East 42nd Street) (Monday – Saturday, 9am – 5pm). Additional, site-specific information can be found on nyc.gov/vaccinefinder. New Yorkers must show proof of age upon arrival at the vaccination site.

Johnson & Johnson vaccinations have resumed as of April 23, 2021. The main risk is for women under 50 years of age, and they can take the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, if they are

5 worried about the risk. CDC/FDA statement cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019- ncov/vaccines/different-vaccines/janssen.html. What to Do If You Received the J&J/Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine. The risk of developing a blood clot is very low and that risk will decrease over time. Contact your healthcare provider and seek medical treatment urgently if you develop any of the following symptoms: severe headache, backache, new neurologic symptoms, severe abdominal pain, shortness of breath, leg swelling, tiny red spots on the skin (petechiae), or new or easy bruising.

See the MHNA website page Vaccinations for useful links and phone numbers on how to determine your eligibility and schedule an appointment. It is difficult to get an appointment for a vaccination in the neighborhood at this time, as the number of eligible people far exceeds the number of vaccines available.

If you are a Veteran, 60+, and currently enrolled in VA Healthcare, the Manhattan VA Medical Center is administering vaccines. Eligible Veterans must schedule an appointment by calling 1-877-877-9267.

NYC Adults Vaccinated in ZIP Code 10016. The percent of NYC adult residents partially and fully vaccinated by modified ZIP Code. Source: www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-data-vaccines.page. Snapshot taken on 5/21/2021.

FTC Issues Consumer Tips for Avoiding COVID-19 Vaccine Scams Be on the lookout for vaccination scams. ftc.gov/news-events/press-releases/2020/12/ftc- issues-consumer-tips-avoiding-covid-19-vaccine-scams

All New Yorkers can get tested for coronavirus.

Sites run by NYC and New York State are free. Learn more at vaccinefinder.nyc.gov or coronavirus.health.ny.gov/find-test-site-near-you. You can also check with your doctor, pharmacies and walk-in urgent care to find out if they do testing, how long it takes to get results and if there will be charges. Or call 212-COVID19, text COVID TEST to 855-48.

For Murray Hill/Kips Bay Bellevue, First Avenue at 26th Street, (free) no appointment necessary, wait times are unpredictable and can range from no wait until about an hour, usually the wait is not long. Be sure that they set up your patient portal so that you can get your results. Test results come back in 1-2 days.

Rapid testing. The New York Forward Rapid Test Program makes rapid testing available for no more than $30 and provides participants with their results within 30 minutes. By appointment only. Find a test site coronavirus.health.ny.gov/find-test-site-near-you. (this site shows both rapid and regular test sites)

NYC website for rapid testing (by appointment only) www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid- 19-rapid-testing.page.

Tool to check NYC Health + Hospitals waiting times to get tested testandtrace.nyc or nychealthandhospitals.org/test-and-trace/testing, tap Check Testing Wait Times on the Test & Trace Corps page. Or check @NYCHealthSystem on Twitter for updates three times a day on wait times.

The NYC Citywide Information Portal www1.nyc.gov/site/coronavirus/resources/resources-for-new-yorkers.page and 311 portal.311.nyc.gov have created COVID-specific resource guides for New Yorkers. These resource guides contain information related to emotional well-being, rent and housing, NYCHA residents, and more. Get information and resources to help protect yourself and others from COVID-19 https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-main.page.

Does your school or organization need PPE? Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer has been distributing boxes and boxes of masks and sanitizer across Manhattan. If your school or organization needs PPE, contact her staffers Shawn Jean-Louis ([email protected]) or Jessica Mates ([email protected]).

NY Project Hope helps New Yorkers understand their reaction and emotions during the COVID- 19 public health emergency. Through an emotional support helpline, educational materials, and trusted referrals, NY Project Hope helps people manage and cope with changes brought on by COVID-19. Share this free, confidential, and anonymous resource nyprojecthope.org.

Recorded event (May 6, 2021) Ben Kallos' Town Hall: Overdevelopment, Preservation & Affordable Housing

Upcoming Events

Manhattan – Monday, May 24 6-8:30pm Queens – Thursday, May 27 6-8:30pm Brooklyn – Monday, June 7 6-8:30pm Bronx – Wednesday, June 9 6-8:30pm NYC Department of Education virtual family engagement tour DOE Chancellor Meisha Porter will be joined by Executive Superintendents and leadership from the DOE to hear directly from school communities about their top educational priorities for next school year. These forums will serve as an opportunity for families, teachers, school administrators and staff to provide Department of Education (DOE) leadership with their thoughts on the types of resources and support that are needed for a full reopening in September. Families and staff can register for the forums online at learndoe.org/chancellor. At the time of registration, participants will be asked if they want to ask a question or provide a comment during the event about a number of categories, including health and safety, special education, fall 2021 school reopening, social emotional learning, and more. Each forum will be recorded and posted at learndoe.org/chancellor. Interpretation services will be available at every forum.http://www.gallery35nyc.com/on-exhibit

May 24 8pm deadline for applications (for very small eligible businesses) Apply to the U.S. Small Business Administration's Restaurant Revitalization Fund The RRF website: sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/covid-19-relief-options/restaurant-revitalization- fund. The SBA still has potential set-aside funding available for eligible establishments with 2019 annual revenue of not more than $50,000. Learn more at sba.gov/article/2021/may/18/last-call- administrator-guzman-announces-final-push-restaurant-revitalization-fund-applications.

Applications are open Summer Rising Programs Grades K-8

Summer Rising is New York City’s free summer program for any City child in grades K–8, including students with disabilities, who wants to participate. Families can sign up through the Discover DYCD website discoverdycd.dycdconnect.nyc/home. Schools will also reach out to families to encourage them to sign up and help them do so. New locations are added on Mondays. Check weekly for new program sites. Classes run from July 6 – August 12.

Open now for applications Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) applications open An economic relief program for museums, performing arts, entertainment venues and talent representatives. The U.S. Small Business Administration application portal svograntportal.sba.gov. For more information about the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program, visit sba.gov/svogrant. The NYC Curtains Up NYC program is a partnership of the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME) and NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS). It offers free technical assistance to live-performance venues, businesses, and non-profit organizations applying for SVOG and other federal assistance to help them put forward the strongest SVOG application. Trained counselors are also available for virtual, one-on-one sessions. Information is available on the Curtains Up NYC webpage www1.nyc.gov/site/mome/news/fair-share-shuttered-venues- grants.page or 888-SBS-4NYC.

Applications now open Summer Restaurant Week—restaurant signup (through June 11) (for restaurants) Summer Restaurant Week NYC will be from July 19-August 15. No charge to participate. NYC Restaurant Week is now bigger and more flexible than ever, with indoor and outdoor dining, takeout and delivery options, plus an all-new pricing structure. Learn more at business.nycgo.com/nyc-restaurant-week-sign-up.

several start dates are available Enrollment Now Open for NYS Citizen Public Health Training Program Cornell University’s Public Health Program has developed a free four-part online training program to help build community-led initiatives and support surrounding prevention, detection, and response in the event of public health emergencies. With two hours of content per week, each module will build up your core knowledge, skills, and abilities, along with specific “calls to action” to help you translate learning into action within your community and network. Each module will also have one or more live (and recorded) conversations with experts to share up-to-date information, and to answer key questions. Unit 1: Preventing and Addressing COVID-19 Unit 2: Healthy New York Communities Unit 3: Public Health for Community Resilience Unit 4: Public Health Preparedness Who Should Enroll? community leaders; public health leaders and volunteers; volunteers working with high risk populations; outreach coordinators; anyone who wants to help fortify their community for the future. Register at nypublichealth.cornell.edu/portal/nyspublichealth.

May 25 6:30pm Midtown Community Court hosts A Community Conversation: What is a Community Court? (via Zoom) Learn about this critical resource in your community and ask any questions or raise any community concerns you may have. The event is open to all and everyone in the community so feel free to share this invite with anyone that is interested in learning more about Midtown Community Court. Register at courtinnovation.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMqcemspz4iH9V20DIzgqTauu18NbgJp00I.

Wednesdays 12:30 - 1:30pm Free Outdoor Concerts at 345 Park Avenue (51st Street) on the outdoor plaza The Rudin Family is bringing its summer lunchtime concert series back throughout the summer. May 26, a performance by Sterling Strings June 2nd - Liverpool Shuffle June 9th – CC & the Boys June 16th – Acute Inflections Monday, June 21 from 4:30 to 6pm, special Summer Solstice concert – The Mystics June 23rd – Beyond Fab June 30th – The Rustlers July 7th – A Latin Movement July 14th - Neil Diamond Tribute July 21st – The Mystics July 28th – Wondrous Stories August 4th – Saints in the City August 11th – Don’t Wake Daddy August 18th – Susan D Band August 25th – Blu Cha Cha September 1 – Head over Heels View the full series schedule at grandcentralpartnership.nyc/news/events/dont-miss-these-free- outdoor-concerts-345-park-avenue.

May 26 2pm Historic Landmarks Preservation Center invites you to a Cultural Medallion Zoom Dedication Ceremony to honor the life and work of Delano & Aldrich with the installation of a cultural medallion at 126 East 38th Street, Manhattan.

RSVP to [email protected] (Zoom invitation will provided after registration)

Speakers Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel Chair, Historic Landmarks Preservation Center

Peter Pennoyer, FAIA Principal, Peter Pennoyer Architects

Melissa DelVecchio, FAIA Partner, RAMSA

John B. Murray Principal, John B. Murray, Architect

Francis Morrone Professor of Architectural History, NYU School of Professional Studies

The Murray Hill Neighborhood Association Preservation & Design Committee is collaborating with the Historic Landmarks Preservation Center on the cultural medallion installation and the dedication ceremony.

May 26 2pm Virtual book talk on The Employees with Danish author Olga Ravn and translator Martin Aitken With moderator Katrine Øgaard Jensen, Ravn and Aitken will discuss the novel, The Employees, currently out in translation from Lolli Editions and shortlisted for the 2021 International Booker Prize. In the near-distant future, millions of kilometers from Earth, the crew of the Six-Thousand Ship

11 consists of those who were born, and those who were made; those who will die, and those who will not. Human and humanoid employees alike start aching for the same things. Gradually, the crew members come to see their work in a new light, and each employee is compelled to ask what it means to be truly living. Questions can be shared in the chat during the event or emailed in advance to [email protected]. Register at scandinaviahouse.org/events/employees-virtual-book-talk.

Candidate Debates – 2021 NYC Debate Program Presented by the New York City Campaign Finance Board. May 26 7 - 8pm Mayoral Republican, on Spectrum News NY1 June 2 7 - 9pm Mayoral, Democratic WABC-TV June 6 (Time TBD) Mayoral, Republican "Leading Contenders" WABC - TV June 10 7 - 8pm Comptroller, Democratic Spectrum News NY1 June 16 7 - 8pm Mayoral, Democratic "Leading Contenders" WNBC-TV June 20 9:30 - 10:30am Comptroller, Democratic "Leading Contenders" WNBC-TV Full schedule at nyccfb.info/nyc-votes/debates

May 27 2pm Webinar: Mental Health Parity Compliance Assistance If you are an employer with a group health plan who is trying to comply with the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, or a plan service provider with questions, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration is holding a free webcast to help you understand the law. The webcast will cover the recently enacted changes to the law made by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, new FAQs and other guidance and tools available to help you. Register at dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/EBSA/temporary-postings/webcast-mhpaea-ca.pdf.

May 27 3pm Medicare Minute®: Medicare Cost Assistance Programs If you need help paying your Medicare costs, there may be federal or state programs that can provide assistance. Learn about the different assistance programs available for people with Medicare, their eligibility requirements, and how to apply if you think you might be eligible. Register at medicareinteractive.org/medicare-minute-login.

May 27 6pm The New York City Advisory Commission on Property Tax Reform Public Hearings (Final hearing, Brooklyn) (virtual) The Commission is soliciting input from the public on the 10 initial recommendations in the Preliminary Report, specifically whether the recommendations would achieve the goals of a fairer system, would be improved by certain modifications, or should be enhanced with additional

12 recommendations. The Commission's report www1.nyc.gov/site/propertytaxreform/report/preliminary-report.page. The Commission will be holding virtual hearings for all five boroughs and will be scheduling hearings in the other boroughs soon. The public can submit feedback by emailing it to [email protected] or through the Commission's online portal www1.nyc.gov/site/propertytaxreform/contact/property-tax-reform-hearing-registration.page. The public may also register to testify at the public hearings. To do so, speakers must register on the Commission’s website www1.nyc.gov/site/propertytaxreform/contact/property-tax-reform-hearing- registration.page.

May 27 7 – 8:15pm State Senator Liz Krueger's Town Hall - Costs and Benefits: Healthcare and Nutrition (Virtual ) Are COBRA expenses more than you thought? Do you have a 26-year-old who must get health insurance of their own? Did you know there are many choices when it comes to health insurance? Good food and good nutrition can be expensive. A benefits expert from the Community Service Society, Leslie Bailey, will discuss Healthcare options offered through the Affordable Care Act, how to find out about them and how to apply, and also about the SNAP/Nutrition Benefit Program. Please register at tinyurl.com/healthcarenutrition.

May 27 7pm NYU Langone Health’s High blood pressure (hypertension) in Men Are you at risk? Naveed Masani, MD will discuss how to identify target blood pressures, the consequences of high blood pressure, and how dietary factors can affect high blood pressure. Register here.

Important Murray Hill Election Dates for 2021 The Primary Election is very important this year! It will be a competitive election, with candidates having very different views and experiences. The Primary Election determines who is on the ballot for each party. In New York State you must be registered with a party to vote in that party's primary election. May 28 Deadline to Register to Vote in the June Primary. Re-register if your address has changed. The date for changing your party affiliation has passed. June 15 Last Day to Apply for an Absentee Ballot for the Primary Election. June 12 - 20 Early Voting for the Primary Election June 22 Primary Election. Because of longer deadlines for absentee ballots and the ballot curing process, the counting of all ballots may not begin until July 12. November 2 General Election Learn more, including useful links. Learn about Ranked Choice Voting, a new way of voting for local offices: Mayor, Borough President, Comptroller, City Council Members, Public Advocate. Learn about the candidates. Check your registration status and poll site, register, apply for an absentee ballot and generate a sample ballot at the NYC Board of Elections vote.nyc.

May 28 application deadline to get on the waitlist The Section 8 Voucher Waitlist is open for applications Section 8 Vouchers help low-income renters afford safe, decent housing. To get on the waitlist, you must apply. You can find information on eligibility, application, and other details on a Section 8 voucher, along with answers to FAQs at the NY State Homes & Community Renewals website hcr.ny.gov/section8. You can also call their hotline at 833-990-4001.

May 28 (extended deadline) Apply to 3-K for children born in 2018 Learn more at schools.nyc.gov/enrollment/enroll-grade-by-grade.

May 28 Application deadline Artists and cultural groups can apply for free financial, consulting and production support For live performances this summer and fall through the City Parks Foundation Green Arts Live NYC program cityparksfoundation.org/green-arts, part of the New York Community Trust and Con Edison’s Arts Alfresco Series.

through May 31 (deadline extended) (for businesses) PPP loans are open to all eligible entities An SBA-backed loan that helps businesses keep their workforce employed during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis - Second Draw is open. Businesses must demonstrate at least a 25% reduction in gross receipts between comparable quarters in 2019 and 2020. If you are a small business owner looking for assistance in applying for financial assistance, visit NYC government website nyc.gov/ppp to access resources, which include one-on-one assistance, connections to lenders, and more. Small Business Administration (SBA) webpage on the PPP program sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief- options/paycheck-protection-program. Borrowers may be eligible for full PPP loan forgiveness if during the 8- to 24-week covered period following loan disbursement: employee and compensation levels are maintained; loan proceeds are spent on payroll costs and other eligible expenses; and at least 60 percent of the proceeds are spent on payroll costs. Learn more at sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options/paycheck- protection-program/ppp-loan-forgiveness. To connect New York City’s small business owners to federal relief funds, the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) has launched Fair Share NYC, offering free webinars, technical assistance and access to lenders to help businesses interested in applying for PPP loans. For more information, visit nyc.gov/PPP or call 888-SBS-4NYC.

May 31 deadline to apply BIPOC- and LGBTQ-owned businesses can apply for a media consultation package valued at $100,000 From Good Impressions goodimpressionsbymeredith.com, the pro bono arm of marketing company Meredith meredith.com/marketing-capabilities. Apply at goodimpressionsbymeredith.com/get- started.

May 31 (May deadline) The WomensNet $10,000 Amber Grant is awarded to women-owned businesses Applications are open on a rolling basis each month. Apply at ambergrantsforwomen.com/get-an- amber-grant.

June 9 - September 20 7pm Bryant Park Picnic Performances Twenty-five live and in-person music, dance, and theater events. All events will be free and open to the public with limited capacity and audience registration required. Thanks to the generous support of Bank of America, nearly all of the events will be available for the public to livestream at no cost. See the full schedule at bryantpark.org/series/Bryant-park-picnics.

June 10 1pm The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce series: New York City's Comeback (virtual) The series is focused on the best ways to accelerate the city's economic recovery: Attracting Back Remote Workers (June 10) All events will be moderated by Jessica Walker, the Chamber's President and CEO. Learn more at nycindicators.com/event-series.

June 19 Help Keep Murray Hill Clean—join us every third Saturday of the month! Or adopt a block and tend to your block any time that’s convenient for you! It’s a Green & Clean initiative with the Murray Hill Neighborhood Association. For more information about our Adopt-a-Block program contact [email protected]. The Murray Hill Neighborhood Association Green & Clean Committee is also looking for volunteers to help organize our campaigns and events.

June 27 1:30-3pm Walking Tour of Historic Murray Hill Walk around Historic Murray Hill with a knowledgeable guide and learn about its many historic landmarks, including the Union League Club, The Morgan Library, the Polish Consulate and others. The tour also features information about the well-known architects who designed them and the famous people who once called this neighborhood home,

17 including Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, J.P. Morgan and others. Find out how Mary Murray distracted the British General Howe to allow the American army to escape during the American Revolution. Tour guides will focus on the unique architectural qualities of the buildings as well as the historic evolution of the neighborhood and its preservation as a residential oasis in Midtown Manhattan. Your tour guide will be Laurie Sexton. $10 for MHNA members/$20 for others. Please wear a mask and practice social distancing while on this tour. Maximum of 8 people. Learn more and register for the tour.

through June Baryshnikov Arts Center: Upcoming Online Presentations Performances by Bijayini Satpathy, Justin Hicks, Mariana Valencia, Holland Andrews, Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker / Rosas and more. Many are BAC Commissioned pieces specifically made for the digital space. Learn more and register at bacnyc.org/performances/upcoming- performances. BAC, 450 West 37th Street, 646-731-3200, bacnyc.org.

through June New York Music Month Extended Play! (free) Workshops and resources for musicians and music producers; learn about the music industry. Calendar nymusicmonth.nyc/schedule. Resources nymusicmonth.nyc. If your organization has music related programs or events during the months from January to June

2021 and would like to have them listed on the official New York Music Month Extended Play 2021 calendar, please fill out this form nymusicmonth.nyc/events/community/add.

August 15 (The Federal Government has extended the health marketplace open enrollment deadline) New York State’s health insurance marketplace open enrollment period The New York State of Health Official Health Plan Marketplace: health insurance plans for individuals, families and employers. With information for brokers and assistors. Learn more at nystateofhealth.ny.gov. If you would like to consult with a trained representative at no charge prior to selecting your health insurance plan, Navigator Sites are an excellent resource. The following is the contact information for a local Navigator Site: Community Service Society of New York, telephone 888-614-5400.

through August 31 Applications for the Excelsior Scholarship for the 2021-22 academic school year are now open The Excelsior Scholarship, in combination with other aid programs, allows eligible full-time students to attend a SUNY or CUNY two-year or four-year college tuition-free. To be eligible for an Excelsior Scholarship for the 2021-22 academic year, household federal adjusted gross income can total up to $125,000. Student must also meet the following eligibility requirements: plan to attend a SUNY or CUNY two or four-year college, complete 30 credits per year towards their program of study (including Summer and Winter terms), be on track to graduate on time with an Associate's Degree in two years or a Bachelor's Degree in four years, recipients must also plan to live in New York State for the length of time they received the award. The 2021-22 Excelsior Scholarship application is open to first-time students entering college in the Fall 2021 and current college students who have never received the Excelsior Scholarship. Current Excelsior Scholarship recipients should not complete this application. Apply at webapps.hesc.ny.gov/questionnaire/page.hesc?questionnaireId=58&versionNumber=4. Students eligible for the Excelsior Scholarship under the Senator José Peralta New York State DREAM Act can apply at nysdream.applyists.net/Account/LogOn?ReturnUrl=%2f.

Recurring events

Free Vision Screenings: University Eye Center Screenings are by appointment only. All ages welcome. Infants under 18 months can have a complete eye exam done for free instead of a screening. Phone 212-938-4001 Monday - Friday (9am - 5pm) and Saturday (8:30am - 4:30pm). Location: University Eye Center, SUNY College of Optometry, 33 W. 42nd Street. Every month they offer free vision screenings. Call 888-601-8811 for more information or visit universityeycenter.org to learn more. See the full calendar at https://sunyopt.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/UEC_Calendar_2021_NB.pdf.

Tuesdays 2pm Webinars presented by Manhattan Chamber of Commerce: Covid-related updates for small business owners FREE. Experts will answer your questions on topics such as new government instructions or resources that are available. (weekly until further notice). Register manhattancc.org/common/Events/event_info.cfm?QID=29815&ClientID=11099&Th isPage=eventinfo.

Tuesdays Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright housing legal clinic Hosted remotely by telephone. If you need advice on housing issues, call 212-288-4607 or email their office at [email protected] to reserve a spot.

(second Tuesday of each month) 4-6pm NYC Council Speaker Corey Johnson's Virtual Housing Clinic By appointment only. Housing attorneys will be available to speak with you about legal housing issues you have. RSVP for the Housing Clinic at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe3qy5LrnKZKXrZN1HN824H0NYB2Ny6GFAp4b2P kqOkdGdL-w/viewform

First Monday of each month (except holidays) 1 - 3:30pm Manhattan VA Hospital Military Mondays Free Legal Clinic The attorneys are available by appointment and to walk-in clients on Military Mondays: the first Monday of every month (except holidays) at VA’s Manhattan Campus. Valuable legal services are being offered free of charge by high status NYC legal firms to Veterans at, or below poverty level. Pro bono legal services can help Veterans with legal programs relating to social security benefits, housing concerns and child support issues. In cases of immediate need or to make appointments, they recommended calling 917-661-4500 which acts both as an appointment line and a hotline to refer clients to the appropriate avenue for relief. 423 East 23rd Street, 1st Floor Atrium.

Ongoing Webinars for businesses: Guidelines for Reopening Businesses in NYC The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) is hosting several webinars to offer information and resources as businesses reopen. Learn about State requirements for reopening, recommendations and best practices, employee support, compliance and enforcement, resources available to help your business. Schedule of upcoming webinars (register here) eventbrite.com/o/nyc-department-of-small-business-services-5423713077.

Neighborhood events

IMPORTANT NOTE. Due to the pandemic, large in-person indoor events are suspended until further notice. Some events will be virtual or may take place with modifications. Many museums are opening with advance ticketing, timed entry and reduced capacity. Check their websites for details.

Mondays 11am-12pm Spanish/English Story Hour for Little Ones Free. With Esther Rosado & Sandy Brooks. Interactive storytelling, movement and music in English & Spanish for children ages 1.5 - 4 years old. Build early language skills. For information contact Jill Novenski 212-683-4988 X 117 or [email protected]. ccny.org. at The Community Church of NY 40 East 35th Street (RE Classrooms)

The New York Design Center at 200 Lex Hosts virtual events: tours, discussions, online social events, courses, and more. 200 Lexington Avenue, 212-679-9500, nydc.com. See their schedule at nydc.com/events.

AKC Museum of the Dog museumofthedog.org, 212-696-8360. The Museum of the Dog has one of the finest collections of canine-related art. The special exhibits and permanent collection combine fine arts with cutting edge technology and interpretation. The Museum of the Dog provides unique and engaging experiences for visitors of all ages. Many programs are free with the price of admission. Check their website calendar for events. Tuesday through Sunday 10am to 5pm. at AKC Museum of the Dog. Online activities for children at museumofthedog.org/events- and-education/childrens-programs. Online shopping museumofthedog.org/shop 101 Park Avenue (entrance on 40th Street)

Mondays 7pm Big Apple Chorus open rehearsals (for men and women) Free and open to the public. If you can carry a basic tune you can join New York City's longest running non-classical men's (and now women's) a cappella singing group, a diverse group of all ages and backgrounds. Open rehearsals are held almost every Monday at 111 East 33rd Street (between Park & Lexington Avenues) in the Norman Thomas High School auditorium, but call or email first to confirm schedules and holidays. No reservation necessary. For more information visit bigapplechorus.org. Telephone: 646-535-2191. at the Noman Thomas H.S. Auditorium 111 East 33 Street, 2nd Floor

Henry George School of Social Science Free classes, open to the public. Single classes and 8-course certificate programs: Principals of Political Economy. Economic Science . Money, Credit & Banking . Land Value Capture: Theory and Practice . The New Economics of the Business Cycle . Free Trade and Globalization . History of Economic Thought, and more. Students can take courses or single classes. For information email [email protected] or call 212-889-8020. Learn more about the courses and register at hgsss.org. at Henry George School of Social Science 149 East 38th Street (between Lexington & 3rd Avenue)

The Morgan Library & Museum Calendar The Morgan Library & Museum, 225 Madison Avenue at 36th Street. MHNA members can book tickets for The Morgan's public programs (concerts, talks, films, etc.) at The Morgan's member price. This applies to all single events (except for the Orchestra of St. Luke's concerts). Tap "Member" when ordering online themorgan.org/programs, or if you are ordering by phone mention that you are a MHNA member. Call Visitor Services at 212-685- 0008 for phone orders.

MTA Mobile Buses and Vans new.mta.info/fares/metrocard-buses-and-vans

Community Meetings

Community Board 6 website cbsix.org. Community Board meetings are open to the public, and you can express your views and concerns about various neighborhood issues.

Community Board 5 website cb5.org/cb5m.

NY City Council Hearings Hearings Calendar legistar.council.nyc.gov/Calendar.aspx This week's hearings council.nyc.gov/#hearings If you want to attend or testify at a hearing, register at council.nyc.gov/testify View hearings council.nyc.gov/livestream

17th Precinct NYPD Community Council meeting is held on the last Tuesday of every Month at 6:30pm at the Sutton Place Synagogue, 225 East 51st Street. Check their website for details. Also look for their Build the Block (neighborhood policing) meetings.

The New York Public Library offers grab-and-go service at select locations as part of their gradual reopening. Library cards are free, and enable you to take out books and e-books, attend free classes and more. Apply for a card at nypl.org/library-card.

Grab & Go Service is now available at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Libraries (formerly called Mid-Manhattan Library, 455 Fifth Ave. at 40th Street), a branch of the New York Public Library and the Kips Bay Libray branch. How to use Grab & Go Service nypl.org/blog/2020/07/08/nypl-grab-go-service, or call Ask NYPL at 917-275-6975 to place a hold.

The New York Public Library's research centers will reopen for limited onsite access to the computers and collections starting Monday, May 10, 2021.

Tech kits for performing artists are now available through New York Public Library grab-and- go locations. Learn about the kits, which include audio- and video-recording equipment, and how to borrow one at nypl.org/research/lpa/tech-kits. Grab & Go Locations nypl.org/locations/grab-and-go.

Online events and classes

Schwarzman Building 476 Fifth Avenue (42nd St and Fifth Ave) Calendar (many events are family friendly) Check their calendar for workshops on computers and popular software such as Excel and Word, book talks, programs for kids, films, etc. Some of the Mid-Manhattan Branch programs and collections have been relocated to the Schwarzman Building.

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Libraries (formerly called the Mid-Manhattan Library) partial reopening for Grab & Go Services, 455 Fifth Avenue (at 40th Street). The Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL) has moved to the Stavros Niarchos Foundation building and is now called the Thomas Yoseloff Business Center. Some research materials have been relocated to the Schwarzman Building. Many free events and workshops for small businesses, individuals and families. Calendar For individuals and families: The Financial Coaching Corps program supports the financial stability of individuals and families in the community. One-on-one sessions with a financial coach provide tools and skills for money management. Learn more and sign up for a free session with a local counselor. For seniors: They can also help with questions about Medicare nypl.org/moneymatters. For businesses: Consultations: If you need help doing research for your business, or figuring out what Library resources can help with your business projects, NYPL Librarians are providing 30-minute video consultations that are free, confidential, and completely tailored to your needs. Book your consultation at nypl.org/help/services/smallbiz/consultation. And if you don't have a Library card or don't live in NYC, you can still make an appointment and NYPL Librarians will help you with your research. Learn more. nypl.org/midtown. To share feedback or ask questions, email [email protected].

Kips Bay Library (Grab & Go service available) 446 Third Avenue Calendar (many events are family friendly)

Grand Central Library 135 East 46th Street (between Lexington & 3rd Avenue) Calendar (many events are family friendly)

TechConnect Virtual Classes The New York Public Library's TechConnect classes are now online. TechConnect helps people of all ages develop their computer skills. Find classes on protecting your privacy online, shopping safely on the web, navigating the basics of coding in HTML and CSS to build your own website, and more. See schedule and register at nypl.org/events/calendar/online?topic=4261.

Calendar of Events in Bryant Park Some in-person activities are being held. Check the Calendar for details. Bryant Park Tours. Wednesdays 11am-12pm, bryantpark.org/programs/park-tours Knowledgeable guides will share everything they know about the history of the park, how it operates today, and a range of other topics. Registration is encouraged, as tours are limited to 10 people. eventbrite.com/e/bryant-park-public-tours-registration-16061264675. Bryant Park is located between 40th-42nd Street, and between 5th & 6th Avenue, behind the Library.

CUNY Graduate Center Calendar Music-in-Midtown Free and open to the public. Free Public Events at The Gotham Center for New York History GC Presents CUNY Graduate Center 365 Fifth Avenue (between 34th and 35th Street)

Baruch College Performing Arts Some events are free.

Lawrence N. Field Center for Entrepreneurship (events & workshops relating to business) [email protected] 55 Lexington Avenue (at 25th Street) "The Tower", Suite 2-140

New York Small Business Development Center at Baruch College (NYSBDC) provides small business owners and entrepreneurs in New York with confidential business counseling, training, and business research at no cost. New York SBDC Business Training nyssbdc.org/training/listtraining.aspx [Note: You can filter on Midtown Manhattan].

Grand Central Terminal Every day at 12:30pm (currently on pause) Official Grand Central Terminal Tour This 75-minute tour, led by Municipal Art Society docents, highlights the history, architecture and operation of the world's largest train terminal. MHNA members get the MAS member price Cost: $30 adults / $20 MAS members, seniors and more (register online) Meet at GCT's Main Concourse

Every Friday 12:30pm (suspended until further notice) Walking Tour of the Grand Central Neighborhood The Grand Central Partnership offers a no-reservations-required free walking tour that provides a survey of many architecturally and historically significant sights around Grand Central Terminal. For additional information visit grandcentralpartnership.nyc/things-to- do/tours or contact [email protected]. Meet in the street-level atrium at 120 Park Avenue (southwest corner of East 42nd St and Park Avenue)

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