BLOCK PARTIES ARE BACK!

Block Parties are Back! Open Streets is back this summer! Launched in 2020, the free program allows community groups and businesses to close down streets around the city for street par-tays. Prepare for 160 locations stretching almost 300 blocks, including 25+ new sites. Apply to throw your own!

But What About the Libraries?! – The NYPL is facing a $52.7 million budget cut, which would cut programs, including weekend service. On the other hand, the NYPD had their budget increased by $366 million. Shoutout to our reader Ayumi for sending this tip! Unfair? Write a letter here

AND YOU THOUGHT MOVING WAS ROUGH IN NYC?
If you thought moving was annoying, imagine if EVERYONE moved on the same day every year. Did you know that May 1st was once the only day New Yorkers could move from their apartment? All leases in the city used to expire at 9 AM on May 1st at the same time.

It’s estimated that over a million city residents changed their residences simultaneously. It wasn’t until the start of World War II that Moving Day ended, as the moving industry lost its strapping young men to the war overseas.

NOT TO BE CONFUSED WITH “MAYDAY!”
The term “Mayday” was created by Frederick Mockford, a radio officer at Croydon Airport in London, as an international distress call in 1948 after the French word m’aider, which means “help me”.

Next week, May 1st, count your blessings so you no longer have to move on the same day! Like this weird history? Let us know if you want more!

If you like Smorgasburg, the Queens Night Market, and being a fantastic human, this event is for you!

Join Big Brothers and Big Sisters of NYC for a night of food, parties, and prizes! Get ready for an Asian and Latino feast of epic proportions with food from NYC classics like Jing Fong, Ay Cachapas, Chinatown Ice Cream Factory, and more!

You’ll also have the chance to win prizes from 15 brands like Barry’s, Estee Lauder, Grit Boxing, NBA store, and Sleep No More!

*Funds raised directly support language access programs at BBBS of NYC, namely the New American Program(NAP), which pairs 1st generation immigrant youth with safe and affirming culturally supportive mentors*

Details:
The Penthouse
617 W 46th Street
June 15, 2023
Early Bird Special $99
Open Bar
PS – If you can’t make it, you can donate directly to the organization via the link below!