Dear Friend,

Over the past few days, I have been horrified by the atrocities committed by Hamas. Over 1,000 people have died in Israel, making this the largest slaughtering of Jews since the Holocaust. This is appalling.

This is a moment where all New Yorkers can come together to stand for peace and condemn these attacks. As a proud Jew and a daughter of a Holocaust survivor, I was honored to join thousands of New Yorkers on October 10th in support of Israel to denounce the loss of life caused by these terrorist acts. It is critical that we continue to stand together in the face of hate and violence.

Many have asked how they can help. One way is to donate to United Hatzalah, a volunteer EMS operation. As the violence continues to affect families and communities, our city will stand in support of the victims and against the perpetrators of these unspeakable acts. 

Grass Roots Grocery: Upper East Side Community Fridge

Please help Grass Roots Grocery fill up their UES Community Fridge, and be a part of the effort to bring food to those in need. Open 24/7 at NYCHA’s Holmes Towers (1780 1st Avenue), the community fridge is able to accept leftovers*, sandwiches*, baked goods, fresh produce, eggs and dairy, prepared meals, and nonperishable goods.

*All prepared items should be individually packaged, in see through packaging, and labeled with a date of preparation, the name of the item, and any common allergens. All other items should be unopened and non-expired

City of Forest Day
Lighthouse Park, Roosevelt Island | Oct 14th | 11am - 3pm

We’re thrilled to share that on Saturday, October 14th from 11am to 3pm, Big Reuse will be hosting the City of Forest Day event on Lighthouse Park, Roosevelt Island. We invite everyone to attend and participate in the activities!

Tango in The Park at Sutton Place Park
Sutton Place Park | October 13, 2023 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m

Join NYC Parks for FREE Tango classes. Put on your dancing shoes and learn with Strictly Tango NYC Dance School. Experience “the authentic Buenos Aires Tango feeling.” Come with your partner, friends, or by yourself and find a new dance partner!