Monday, February 22 through February 26

PS/IS 217 PTA - Roosevelt Island

Thursday, February 25 All Day

Esther Yang for District Leader

This Thursday, February 25, three trailblazing civil rights advocates will talk via Zoom with Esther Yang from 5:30pm – 6:30pm. Joining Esther are: • Dr. Hazel Dukes, President of the NAACP NYS, NAACP National Board of Directors, NAACP Executive Committee and various NAACP board sub-committees • Mr. & Mrs. Bell, parents of Sean Bell, who was 23, unarmed and killed on his wedding day by 50 bullets by NYC Police Officers • Mrs. Gwendolyn Carr, nationwide speaker, advocate and community leader against racism and injustice whose son, Eric Garner, was suffocated by a white policeman despite his repeated pleas of “I can’t breathe”. Registration is free at Bit.ly/BHMForum21. A Zoom link confirmation will be emailed once registered.

Thursday, February 25 from 4:00 pm to 11:45 pm

City Harvest

On February 25th, City Harvest, New York City’s first and largest food rescue organization, will premiere “The Virtual Winter Family Carnival 2021: Neon Dance Party.” This electric, enjoy-at-home event will include interactive entertainment hosted by City Harvest Board Member, Chair of City Harvest’s Food Council and Iron Chef Geoffrey Zakarian’s daughters, Madeline and Anna, and feature hands-on activities for children and families to enjoy together. Each ticket purchased will support City Harvest’s work feeding the 1 in 3 children and their families facing food insecurity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Tickets are on sale now through February 12th. The fun begins when your child receives their very own Party Box, delivered to your doorstep, filled with everything you need to bring the party home. Guests will also gain access to our interactive event site, which will be loaded with immersive entertainment for the entire family to enjoy together! Supporters can also purchase our “Give A Box of Smiles” Party Box, which will be sent to a child that City Harvest serves. City Harvest’s Virtual Winter Family Carnival: Neon Dance Party has been made possible in part by Premier Sponsor Rockstar Games, and additional generous sponsors Whole Foods Market, Lugz, and New York Magazine. Tickets for The Virtual Winter Family Carnival 2021: Neon Dance Party are on sale now and must be purchased before February 12th in order to ensure delivery by February 25th. To purchase tickets to City Harvest’s Virtual Winter Family Carnival 2021: Neon Dance Party, or for more information, please visit: www.cityharvest.org/event/winter-family-carnival

Thursday, February 25 at 6:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Library

In this day and age we are all looking for new books to read but how do we decide? What better way than getting recommendations from a librarian? Each session will focus on a specific genre. This month's genre is Modern Mythology. Also, if you have any favorite books/authors in the genre, you are welcome to share your thoughts with the group.

Thursday, February 25 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Community Board 8

Youth, Education, and Libraries CommitteeThursday, February 25, 2021 - 6:30 PMThis meeting will be conducted via Zoom For access to the Zoom meeting, sign in by clicking this link.

Thursday, February 25 at 7:00 pm

Island Kids

Featuring Old York Cellars Wines & Sommelier Laurin Dorman Live From Old York Cellars Winery 80 Old York Road Ringoes New Jersey 08551. Virtual Experience (via Zoom) Starting at 7 PM with Questions & Answers to Follow $80 Virtual Experience & Tasting Kit with Chocolate Plus Shipping (Each wine bottle is enough for 2 to 4 people) Click this link to purchase your wine package and to learn more information. https://www.oldyorkcellars.com/product/Island_Kids_Virtual_Bundle

Friday, February 26 at 10:00 am

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Friday, February 26 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Friday, February 26 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

Meeting ID: 824 7235 9906 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82472359906

Friday, February 26 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

PS/IS 217 PTA - Roosevelt Island

Friday, February 26 at 6:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Library

Reading keeps us connected. Join us for a new virtual book club!Photo by Andrew "FifthGod" AskaripourWe know that New Yorkers need to feel a sense of community and fun, even as we remain apart. And that’s why we are excited to announce that The New York Public Library is partnering with WNYC to present a virtual stay-at-home book club experience!Each month, we will read a new title leading up to a live conversation between the author and Alison Stewart, host of WNYC's All of It.This mont…

Saturday, February 27 from 6:00 am to 3:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Farmers Market

Support your Local Farmers, Eat Healthy! We will have potted herbs Do fresh Basil

Saturday, February 27 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Haki Compost Collective

Monday, March 1 All Day

PS/IS 217 PTA - Roosevelt Island

Monday, March 1 from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

Meeting ID: 876 6197 4346 Password: 565398 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87661974346

Monday, March 1 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Community Board 8

Small Business CommitteeMonday, March 1, 2021 - 6:30 PMThis meeting will be conducted via Zoom For access to the Zoom meeting, sign in by clicking this link. < https://forms.gle/MCc1WjGE11qJoYSp9 > AGENDA: 1. TBD2. Old Business3. New BusinessAlida Camp and Valerie Mason, Co-Chairs

Tuesday, March 2 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Tuesday, March 2 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Tuesday, March 2 at 4:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Library

In commemoration of Dr. Seuss's birthday, the Yorkville children’s team will be making a Dr. Seuss craft and sharing our favorite Dr. Seuss books! Ages: 3-7 Please Note: A parent or caregiver must be present during this program with the child. Unaccompanied children will be asked politely to leave the program. When registering for this program, the parent or caregiver should use their information. **How to Register: Click on the link https://www.nypl.org/events/programs/2021/03/02/dr…

Tuesday, March 2 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Community Board 8

Street Life CommitteeTuesday, March 2, 2021 - 6:30 PMThis meeting will be conducted via Zoom For access to the Zoom meeting, sign in by clicking this link. < https://forms.gle/ojHvVHmNo2hDFyry6 > Agenda New Applications to the New York State Liquor Authority for Liquor Licenses: LPB7 LLC, dba La Pecora Bianca, 1562 Second Avenue (Between 81st and 82nd Streets)– New Application for Liquor, Wine, Beer, & Cider Copri Corp, dba Cacio E Pepe, 1479 York Avenue (Between 78th and 79th Streets)- New Application for Liquor, Wine, Beer, & Cider Change Applications to the New York State Liquor Authority for Liquor Licenses: Heidi's House, LLC, dba Ed's Elbow Room, 308 East 78th Street, #3 (Between First and Second Avenues)- Corporate Change Heidi's House, LLC, dba Heidi's House by the side of the road, 308 East 78th Street (Between First and Second Avenues)- Corporate Change International Kitchen LLC, dba Hutch & Waldo, 247 East 81st Street (Between Second and Third Avenues)- Class Change PK & Son LLC, dba Match 65, 29 East 65th Street (aka 755 Madison Avenue)– Corporate Change Application 30-Day Waiver Applications to the New York State Liquor Authority for Liquor Licenses: Foremost Glatt Kosher Caterers, Inc.

Wednesday, March 3 at 10:00 am

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Wednesday, March 3 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Wednesday, March 3 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Wednesday, March 3 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Community Board 8

Transportation CommitteeWednesday, March 3, 2021 - 6:30 PMThis meeting will be conducted via Zoom For access to the Zoom meeting, sign in by clicking this link.< https://forms.gle/jotx9Pya7Kjdm4pQ7 > AGENDA: DOT Presentation: Proposal to install crosstown protected bike lanes on 61st Street and 62nd Street, and create new bike connections to the Queensboro Bridge and waterfront.

Wednesday, March 3 from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Residents Association

Thursday, March 4 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Roosevelt Island Operating Corp. (RIOC)

http://rioc.ny.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=312

Thursday, March 4 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Community Board 8

Zoning and Development CommitteeThursday, March 4, 2021 - 6:30 PMThis meeting will be conducted via Zoom For access to the Zoom meeting, sign in by clicking this link.

Friday, March 5 at 10:00 am

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Friday, March 5 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Friday, March 5 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

Meeting ID: 824 7235 9906 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82472359906

Saturday, March 6 from 6:00 am to 3:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Farmers Market

Support your Local Farmers, Eat Healthy! We will have potted herbs Do fresh Basil

Saturday, March 6 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Haki Compost Collective

Monday, March 8 from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

Meeting ID: 876 6197 4346 Password: 565398 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87661974346

Monday, March 8 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Community Board 8

Arts CommitteeMonday, March 8, 2021 - 6:30 PMThis meeting will be conducted via Zoom For access to the Zoom meeting, sign in by clicking this link.< https://forms.gle/swQKtaMp5xUMTP7X7 > Agenda: Presentation by Barbara Anderson, a co-founder of Art on the Ave Preliminary discussion of performance art in public Discussion of goals New BusinessAlida Camp, Chair

Tuesday, March 9 at 10:00 am

Roosevelt Island Library

Experience the fun and joy of Baby Lapsit virtually! Join us for fun and interactive stories, rhymes, and fingerplays. Please Note: A parent or caregiver must be present during this program with the child. Unaccompanied children will be asked politely to leave the program. When registering for this program, the parent or caregiver should use their information. **How to Register: Please Click on the link /events/programs/2021/03/09/baby-lapsit and scroll down to Register Now.***…

Tuesday, March 9 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Tuesday, March 9 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 932 8899 0755 Password: CHINESEART https://zoom.us/j/93288990755?pwd=cXR1T2phbkY5UytlNDZkZ0dvbkNHdz09

Tuesday, March 9 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Community Board 8

Parks and Waterfront CommitteeTuesday, March 9, 2021 - 6:30 PMThis meeting will be conducted via Zoom For access to the Zoom meeting, sign in by clicking this link.< https://forms.

Wednesday, March 10 from 8:45 am to 9:45 am

PS/IS 217 PTA - Roosevelt Island

Wednesday, March 10 at 10:00 am

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Wednesday, March 10 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

Join Zoom Meeting: Meeting ID: 949 3067 1433 Passcode: 062037 http://bit.ly/3pVLEBv Join by Phone: +1 (929) 436 2866

Wednesday, March 10 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Wednesday, March 10 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Community Board 8

Land Use Committee MeetingWednesday, March 10, 2020 - 6:30 PMThis meeting will be conducted virtually via Zoom For access to the Zoom meeting, sign in by clicking this link.< https://forms.

Thursday, March 11 at 11:00 am

Roosevelt Island Library

Join the Yorkville children’s team for a fun interactive virtual family storytime. The Yorkville children's team will also be sharing some of their favorite read-aloud books.Once registered, you will receive a Google Meets link via email the day before the event. For Ages: 3-7**How to Register: Please click on the link https://www.nypl.org/events/programs/2021/03/11/family-storytime and scroll down to Register Now.**Please Note: A parent or caregiver must be present during this program…

Friday, March 12 at 10:00 am

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Friday, March 12 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Friday, March 12 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

Meeting ID: 824 7235 9906 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82472359906

Saturday, March 13 from 6:00 am to 3:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Farmers Market

Support your Local Farmers, Eat Healthy! We will have potted herbs Do fresh Basil

Saturday, March 13 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Haki Compost Collective

Monday, March 15 from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

Meeting ID: 876 6197 4346 Password: 565398 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87661974346

Monday, March 15 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Community Board 8

Landmarks CommitteeMonday, March 15, 2021 - 6:30 PMThis meeting will be conducted via Zoom For access to the Zoom meeting, sign in by clicking this link.< https://forms.gle/bVLx5wzCqd8w2G5y9 > Agenda 201 East 65th Street (Individual Landmark) – Adam Kushner, Architect - A modern style mixed-use building designed by Mayer & Whittlesey and Skidmore, Owings, & Merrill and constructed in 1947-1951. Application is for installation of an exterior awning.

Tuesday, March 16 at 10:00 am

Roosevelt Island Library

Experience the fun and joy of Baby Lapsit virtually! Join us for fun and interactive stories, rhymes, and fingerplays. Please Note: A parent or caregiver must be present during this program with the child. Unaccompanied children will be asked politely to leave the program. When registering for this program, the parent or caregiver should use their information. **How to Register: Click on the link /events/programs/2021/03/16/baby-lapsit and scroll down to Register Now.**…

Tuesday, March 16 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

https://zoom.us/j/93781304799?pwd=VzQzNGc0V0dMNmU4djhiN1NDbjN4dz09

Tuesday, March 16 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Tuesday, March 16 at 4:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Library

Set in 1946, Langston is a young 11-year-old from Alabama who moves to the city of Chicago with his father. Langston is trying to adapt to life in the city and finds comfort in reading the poetry of Langston Hughes. Langston Hughes's poetic words resonate with the struggles that young Langston faces in a new city. Catalog Link: https://browse.nypl.org/iii/encore/search/C__SFinding%20Langston%20Cline-Ransome%2C%20Lesa__Orightresult__U1?lang=eng&suite=def For Ages 8-12 **How to Regi…

Tuesday, March 16 at 7:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Library

The Roosevelt Island Historical Society and the New York Public Library are proud to host author Richard Panchyk and his presentation of his book “Abandoned Queens”.There are many places in New York City's borough of Queens where traces of the past linger, haunting reminders of the way things used to be, sometimes hidden and sometimes in plain sight. In this presentation, author Richard Panchyk takes us on a journey through his book Abandoned Queens, through a variety of fascinating abandoned…

Wednesday, March 17 at 10:00 am

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Wednesday, March 17 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

Join Zoom Meeting: Meeting ID: 949 3067 1433 Passcode: 062037 http://bit.ly/3pVLEBv Join by Phone: +1 (929) 436 2866

Wednesday, March 17 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Wednesday, March 17 from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm

Community Board 8

Full Board MeetingWednesday, March 17, 2021 - 6:30 PMThis meeting will be conducted via Zoom For access to the Zoom meeting, sign in by clicking this link.< https://forms.gle/4eFEGLehupARxYFeA > MEETING MATERIALSAGENDA: Public Session – Those who wish to speak during the Public Session must register to do so by 6:45 pm.

Thursday, March 18 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Community Board 8

Roosevelt Island CommitteeThursday, March 18, 2021 - 6:30 PMThis meeting will be conducted via Zoom For access to the Zoom meeting, sign in by clicking this link.< https://forms.

Friday, March 19 at 10:00 am

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Friday, March 19 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Friday, March 19 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

Meeting ID: 824 7235 9906 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82472359906

Saturday, March 20 from 6:00 am to 3:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Farmers Market

Support your Local Farmers, Eat Healthy! We will have potted herbs Do fresh Basil

Saturday, March 20 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Haki Compost Collective

Saturday, March 20 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

East River Catholics - St. Frances X. Cabrini

A program of organ music with narrator!

Monday, March 22 from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

Meeting ID: 876 6197 4346 Password: 565398 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87661974346

Monday, March 22 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Community Board 8

Social Justice CommitteeMonday, March 22, 2021 - 6:30 PMThis meeting will be conducted via Zoom For access to the Zoom meeting, sign in by clicking this link.< https://forms.gle/cpDkPywvUGjPsqdC9 > Agenda TBA Old Business New BusinessSarah Chu and Saundrea I. Coleman, Co-Chairs

Tuesday, March 23 at 11:00 am

Roosevelt Island Library

Welcome to a new program series! In this series we will be hosting a monthly lecture on a literary topic. This month we will examine J.R.R. Tolkien's novel The Children of Hurin and what the author says about fate and free will. Even though this will be a lecture there is always room for questions, comments and discussion! You must register with your email address in order to receive the link to participate. The link will be sent to you by email approximately one day before the program. You will…

Tuesday, March 23 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

https://zoom.us/j/93781304799?pwd=VzQzNGc0V0dMNmU4djhiN1NDbjN4dz09

Tuesday, March 23 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Tuesday, March 23 at 3:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Library

Welcome to a brand new series of remote programming! Every month we will host a remote writing group. You will receive a writing prompt through posts just like this one. Then, at any time before the program, put pen to paper (or finger to keyboard) and answer the prompt. Then, on the appointed day, join us remotely to discuss or read out what we wrote. For this month's prompt: plan your ideal vacation but expand your horizons: you can travel to any time or place, fictional or real. Answer the pr…

Tuesday, March 23 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Community Board 8

Zoning and Development CommitteeTuesday, March 23, 2021 - 6:30 PMThis meeting will be conducted via Zoom For access to the Zoom meeting, sign in by clicking this link.< https://forms.

Wednesday, March 24 at 10:00 am

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Wednesday, March 24 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

Join Zoom Meeting: Meeting ID: 949 3067 1433 Passcode: 062037 http://bit.ly/3pVLEBv Join by Phone: +1 (929) 436 2866

Wednesday, March 24 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Roosevelt Island Senior Center

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Wednesday, March 24 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Community Board 8

Housing CommitteeWednesday, March 24, 2021 - 6:30 PMThis meeting will be conducted via Zoom For access to the Zoom meeting, sign in by clicking this link.< https://forms.gle/mz6Riu6Bqsb2JYJv9 > AGENDA: TBD Old Business New BusinessBarbara Chocky, Ed Hartzog, and Gregory Morris, Co-Chairs

Wednesday, March 24 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

iDig2Learn

Trees play a vital role in human health, from oxygen to food and shelter. Please Save the Date 3/24/21 for this upcoming iDig2Learn Series: Celebrating Roosevelt Island's Nature presentation... Reacquainting Yourself with the Native and Urban Trees of Roosevelt Island with Master Naturalist Carey Russell.

Thursday, March 25 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

iDig2Learn

iDig2Learn presents... Ants. Super cool. Did you know that ants actually plant flower seeds? Take a closer look at the natural world teaming with life around us. Please join us with expert Chris Johnson, who is dedicated to the study of ants, as she shares the fascinating life of ants and their value to our daily lives. Please Save the Date Thursday 3/25/21 for this upcoming iDig2Learn Series: Celebrating Roosevelt Island's Nature presentation... Ants. Super cool at 11 AM. More about Christine Johnson. Christine Johnson is a Curatorial Associate (Collection Manager) in the Division of Invertebrate Zoology at the American Museum of Natural History, where her focus is to care and digitize (database & image) for the estimated 25 million preserved invertebrate specimens in the collection to make it available to researchers and public. Christine first came to NYC many years ago to study ballet at the Joffrey Ballet School. She then received her B.A. in Psychology at NYC and worked with emotionally troubled children before completing her Ph.D. in Biospsychology at The Graduate School and University Center of the City University of New York. Her research focused on understanding the behavioral and chemical ecology of and interactions between ant social parasites and their hosts, with a specialization on raider ants. Christine continued post-doctoral research on the behavioral and chemical ecology of ants at the University of Helsinki, the Catholic University of Leuven and Ohio State University, before returning to New York City.  In her personal life, Chris is a member of the Manhattan Solid Waste Advisory Board and has been very active in the community garden scene, especially in East Harlem.

Thursday, March 25 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Community Board 8

Youth, Education, and Libraries CommitteeThursday, March 25, 2021 - 6:30 PMThis meeting will be conducted via Zoom For access to the Zoom meeting, sign in by clicking this link.< https://forms.