June 2022 - ciaooo!

In this issue:
It’s VOTING day, July 4th and what does overturning Roe v Wade mean in NY?

CORONAVIRUS

1. HERE’S THE NY SCOOP THE STATS:17,903,787 vaccines administered across NYC64 new hospitalizations3,119 new cases

GOOD NEWS

Today is Election Day! – Election Day is TODAY, June 28, 2022. Polls are open from 6am to 9pm. Get out there and put your vote out for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, State Assembly, Judges, & Party Positions.

BAD NEWS

Budget Cuts of $200 Million in Public Schools – Hundreds of teachers are being let go, or “excessed,” by school principals, and placed into a districtwide hiring pool as schools are losing enrollments.

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2. WHAT DOES ROE V WADE MEAN IN NYC?

As the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe V Wade has started to make its mark across the country, questions have circled on whether it will happen in NY. Here’s a quick FAQ on Abortion in the state of NY.

WILL ABORTION REMAIN LEGAL IN NY?
In NY, abortion is available up to 24 wks of pregnancy. After 24 wks, you can still get an abortion if your health is at risk or your pregnancy will not survive. “Abortion has been legal under New York State law since 1970 – three years before the Roe v. Wade decision legalized abortion throughout the country. Because the right is codified in New York State law, federal decisions to limit access to abortion will not impact New York State”. – NY State Both Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams have repeatedly put out statements to protect access to abortion in the state of NY.

CAN OUT OF TOWNERS GET AN ABORTION?
Yes. NY will welcome out of towners to come here for abortion care. It is also illegal to prevent anyone who is seeking reproductive health care services as well.

WHERE CAN YOU GET AN ABORTION?
NYC’s public hospitals offer abortion services, including via procedure or medication. To learn more call 844-NYC-4NYC or visit here.

WHAT IF YOU CAN’T AFFORD IT?
There are plenty of groups that will assist you anonymously. For payment assistance call the NY Abortion Access Fund at 212-252-4757. You can also reach out to the Brigid Alliance or the Haven Coalition for assistance with overnight lodging or payment.

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3. FIREWORKS, NUTCRACKERS AND A BEACHY JULY 4TH

Hear us out…Coney Island is one of the beaches that most New Yorkers tend to skimp away from. The rumors circulating the waters are choppy at best: needles in the sand, broken glass bottles and a happy floating patch of radioactive waste that make up the paltry surface. Read our article below to learn about the glorious history of Coney Island! Make your way to Coney Island for the day and catch the amusement rides, and fireworks at the beach! July 4thFireworks start at 9PM in Coney Island

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In this issue
Summer is here, election season is back, and an NFT party you should check out!

CORONAVIRUS

1. HERE’S THE NY SCOOP THE STATS:17,868,755 vaccines administered across NYC71 new hospitalizations2,863 new cases

GOOD NEWS

🏖️ Summer time and the livin is easy – Today is officially the first day of Summer and the LONGEST day of the year. Tap the link above to see a list of all the open beaches to enjoy this Summer. 🏳️‍🌈 Pride is Hereeeeeee! This Sunday, March 26th marks the 52nd anniversary of the Pride Parade. The event starts at 12PM but the entire weekend will be filled with fun events. See the full list here.

BAD NEWS

Taxi Cab Crashes into Pedestrians – A taxi cab jumped a curb in Flatiron this weekend, injuring 6 people and leaving 3 critically injured. Amidst the surge in traffic related deaths, Mayor Adams announced a $904 million investment into safer streets over the next 5 years. Meanwhile, Hoboken hasn’t had a traffic death in 4 years…what do YOU think should be done to our streets?

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2. WHO WILL BE THE NEXT GOVERNOR OF NEW YORK? TIME TO CAST YOUR VOTES

Andddddd just like that…it is VOTING SEASON, folks. Mark your calendar, because it is time to pick the next Governor! As many of you may recall, Governor Cuomo was ousted after a public sexual harassment scandal where he was replaced by Lieutenant Governor, Kathy Hochul. BUT THE DRAMA ENSUES:As Kathy Hochul runs for Governor, she has chosen Representative Antonio Delgado for Lieutenant Governor to be her second in command, replacing former Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin, who resigned last month in the face of federal public corruption charges.

WHO ARE THE DEMOCRATIC HOPEFULS?
Kathy Hochul – Her campaign will focus on “keeping our communities safe, bringing down the cost of living for New Yorkers, and investing in schools to get our kids back on track”. She has also been vigilant about abortion rights and pursuing the strongest gun laws in NY. Tom Suozzi – Elected to the U.S. House in 2016. His campaign is focused on “reducing taxes, making New York more affordable and cutting crime”. Jumaane Williams – New York City Public Advocate in 2019 and served on the New York City Council from 2009 to 2019. His campaign is focused on housing, public safety, and enacting a universal, single-payer healthcare system.For a full list of all candidates from all parties visit HERE.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
Election Day is Tuesday, June 28, 2022. Polls are open from 6am to 9pm.Early Voting Period is June 18, 2022 – June 26, 2022.Governor, Lieutenant Governor, State Assembly, Judges, & Party Positions Find Your Poll Site

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3. PIXAR, WEB3 AND AN NFT ART SHOW

“SENTINELS” is the first art exhibit by Matt Wilson, premiering June 21-24 at the Caelum Gallery in Chelsea, New York, and marks the culmination of his life’s work rendering CGI clouds. Each piece takes Matt a minimum hundred hours to create, and some within the collection took over 300. Some of his latest CGI work can be seen in Pixar’s upcoming Lightyear film, coming out this Summer. The works will be available on-site for purchase as framed originals paired with ownership of their digital non-fungible token (NFT). RSVP below to attend the launch party!
When: FREE Friday, June 24 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM ET
Where: Caelum Gallery
526 West 26th Street
New York, NY 10001

RSVP HERE

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In this issue:

Are affordable apartments on the horizon? Plus Invisible Hands & a free museum mile festival for all you art nerds!

CORONAVIRUS

1. HERE’S THE NY SCOOP

THE STATS:

17,832,691 vaccines administered across NYC
37 new hospitalizations
2,910 new cases

GOOD NEWS

Will NYC ever have affordable apartments? – The Adams Administration dropped a 97 page brief diving into all aspects of housing in NYC, including plans for reducing homelessness, creating more “tiny homes” and converting abandoned hotels into affordable housing. Could this mean NYC will actually have some affordable homes…we’ll just have to wait and see.
ciaooo! 3 year launch party pictures! – A huge thank you to all who attended our anniversary party last month and have supported us throughout the years. We <3 you!

BAD NEWS

Buh-Bye Covid, Hello Monkeypox! – Dang. We just can’t win, can we? A 14th case of Monkeypox has been identified in NYC. While closely related to Smallpox, Monkeypox is transmitted through sharing of bodily fluids and still considered rare at the moment. Be safe out here folks…

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2. DO SOME GOOD FOR YOUR ‘HOOD THIS SUMMER

In this special edition of the ciaooo! newsletter, we are highlighting the work one of our community members, Nicole DeBrocky-Fusfeld, Director of Volunteer Engagement at Invisible Hands.

In the early onslaughts of the pandemic, you may recall how difficult it was to get groceries. For the elderly and immunocompromised, going out to get groceries was a life and death decision.

That is until, 3 20-somethings decided to take matters into their own hands and created a Facebook post, volunteering to pick up groceries for anyone in their community. Within months, over 10,000 New Yorkers volunteered to pick up and deliver groceries and today Invisible Hands is continuing its mission to get food into the hands of those who need it most. Read on to learn how you can get involved!

What is Invisible Hands?

Invisible Hands is a community of volunteers providing free delivery of food, medicine, and other essentials to the elderly, sick, homebound, and people with disabilities.

Born in New York in the beginning of COVID, we have united thousands of volunteers all across the city to help their neighbors in need. We are committed to fighting food insecurity, a crisis exacerbated by this Pandemic.

“75% of those experiencing food insecurity don’t go to food pantries, due to logistical challenges, scheduling issues, and social stigma”

We provide safe, efficient, anonymous deliveries to prioritize our community’s health, dignity, and valuable time.

What impact will this have on NYC?

Invisible Hands was created as an emergency response to the needs of many New Yorkers who were unable to access basic necessities during COVID. While COVID is less of a threat in 2022, the pandemic revealed a sad truth: hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers struggle to access essential needs like food and medicine.

What impact will this have on me?

By volunteering with Invisible Hands, you create a direct impact in your own community by serving your own neighbors. You will become part of our delivery corps and fight food insecurity, one person at a time, by delivering food from a food pantry directly to someone in need! You’ll become part of the Invisible Hands community and develop great relationships with those you deliver to.

How can I get involved?

You can learn more by visiting the Invisible Hands page here or by volunteering directly here. The process is simple, and you can volunteer to deliver or remotely by answering questions. Plus there’s an app so you can get started pretty quickly!

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3. HERE’S WHAT YOU SHOULD DO THIS WEEK!

Museum Mile Festival FREE

Tuesday, June 14th 6-9pm

It’s an Art Block Party!

Check out the Museum Mile Festival where 8 different museums are open for FREE from 6-9pm with all sorts of outdoor activities, games and more!

Museums included are:

The Metropolitan Museum of Art; Neue Galerie New York; Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum; Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum ; The Jewish Museum; Museum of the City of New York; El Museo del Barrio; and The Africa Center. Museum of the City of New York; El Museo del Barrio, and The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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