Share in the Ghana Experience
2008-01-05 5:00pm-9:00pm
St. Marks Day School
1346 President Street corner of Brooklyn Ave Brooklyn
Marcus Garvey Cultural Heritage Sankofa Cultural Exchange Program warmly invites you to "Share in the Ghana Experience", an evening of photos, stories and film that archives Ifetayo's 2nd trip to Ghana, West Africa, August 2007, and an informational session on our upcoming trip to Ethiopia. This evening will reconnect you to African tradition through the stories, pictures, film and presentations from the group that traveled to Ghana in August 2007. Through these amazing experiences we hope to continue shaping our efforts towards reconnecting the people of the African Diaspora and inspire you to join us in Ethioia August 2008! Refreshments will be served. RSVP: rsvp@ifetayo.org or call 718-856-1123 for more information.

Panel Discussion: Mental Health and Immigration
2008-01-09 6:00pm
SIBL Conference Room, The New York Public Library: Science, Industry, and Business Library
188 Madison Ave between 34th St, & 35th St. New York City
A panel discussion on issues dealing with mental health and immigration. Topics will revolve around access to mental health sevices and the barriers that still persist for immigrants with mental illness, the challenges of acculturation and other areas of conncern for immigrant communities. Panel will bring together experts on mental health within New York City's immigrant communities. This program is part of a series in conjunction with the Suitcases Exhibit and is Co-sponsored by NAMI NYC-Metro and the New York Immigration Coalition. The Suitcase Exhibit is a poignant illumination of both the humanity and struggle of those with mental illness, while illustrating the vital importance of quality care, compassion, and the hope of recovery today. On view: December 4, 2007 - January 31, 2008 at The New York Public Library:Science, Industry, and Business Library - 188 Madison Ave Bet 34th & 35th St. Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, & Saturdays: 11am-6pm. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thurdays: 10am-8pm. For more information call 212-592-7000 or visit: www.nypl.org/research/sibl

The Office of Minority Health Continuing Education Conference Call
2008-01-10 10:00am-11:00am
The Office of Minority Health Continuing Education Conference Call
 New York
The Office of Minority Health would like to invite you to participate in a continuing education conference call which is the second in a series of calls scheduled to be held by the NYSDOH Office of MInority Health. Five (5)calls will be held in total, with two organizations presenting at each call between November and March. The presenters will be awardees of the 2007-2008 NYSDOH Office of Minority Health Mini-Grant Program: Achieving Targeted Reductions in Disparities in Asthma, Diabetes, and Heart Disease and Stroke (RFA# 0607131042). The goal of the presentations will be to gain greater awareness and understanding of the various programs funded through the Mini-Grant Program, and to discuss communities, populations, disparities, programs, challenges and lessons learned. In addition, we hope to foster communication and networking amongst the various organizations throughout New York that are currently working toward the same goal: reducing health disparities. Presenters for the January 10th call will be from Metropolitan Hospital Center's Diabetes Self-Management Initiative and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Wayne County's Diabetes Outreach and Education Program for African Americans. Registration is necessary and will be limited to the first 25 respondents. Please respond via e-mail to kmv05@health.state.ny.us or by phone at 518-474-2180 to indicate your interest in participating in the call. Responses are due Tuesday, January 8th. Please be sure to e-mail me directly - kmv05@health.state.ny.us - Dialing instructions, an agenda and any necessary materials will be forwarded to those who register.

"At Home On Stage"
2008-01-11 6:30pm
Church of St. Paul the Apostle
415 West 59th Ave at Columbus Ave New York City
"At Home On Stage" is an outreach to the homeless community through theater. Josh went out into the shelters, churches, and community centers, looking for people in shelters, single-room occupancy, and actual homeless people, who are interested in self-expression. They spent the last few weeks workshopping with them on work they'd like to do. Now, this coming weekend, the participants are showing their work to you, the invited audience. Fri and Sat January 11 and 12, 2008 6:30pm @ Church of St. Paul the Apostle 415 W. 59th, which is at Columbus Ave - enter on 59th. Tell the desk person you're there for "At Home On Stage" and the desk person will help you. Admission is pay what you can - proceeds will support homeless charities and provide a small stipend for the performers themselves. A meal will be provided. Please Come!

"Eat Right, Live Healthy, Live Safe" - Eliminating Health Disparities in Youth
2008-01-12 2:00pm-6:00pm
Flatbush YMCA
1401 Flatbush Ave Brooklyn
Caribbean Women's Health Association, Inc. in collaboration with Brookdale University Hospital & Medical Center, Live Light! Live Right! Program, presents a Conference on Obesity and Healthy Living. Aerobics, Top Chef Competition, Food Preparation Workshop, Teen Safety Tips, Double Dutch Competition, Yoga & Games. Lunch will be served! For more information call Ms. Wendy Mitchell at 718-826-2942, ext. 31.

The Black Church Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS, New York City & Vicinity Planning Meeting
2008-01-12 10:00am-1:00pm
Convent Avenue Baptist Church
425 West 144th Street New York
Join Ms. Seele, the founder of the Black Church Week Prayer for the Healing of AIDS, as she shares invaluable lessons that will inspire, encourage and strengthen your efforts during The 2008 Black Church Week of Prayer events in your community. This one-day capacity building, networking and mobilization meeting is designed specificaly for organizational and church leaders seeking to develop and/or strengthen their faith-based response to HIV/AIDS. Now in it's 19th year, The Black Church Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS is a week-long education and awareness campaign highlighting the role of the Black Church in addressing the AIDS crisis. This campaign serves to pave the way for the continuous delivery of prevention education and services to the African American communiyt via faith communiities. Should you have any questions or would like to RSVP, please call 8888-225-6243 or email Litishia Smith at: lsmith@balmingilead.org

The Office of Minority Health Special Edition Continuing Education Conference Call presentation "Childhood Obesity and Cognitive Impairment"
2008-01-15 10:00am-11:00am
The Office of Minority Health Continuing Education Conference Call
 New York
NYSDOH Office of Minority Health would like to extend an invitation to you to participate in a special edition OMH Continuing Education Conference Call on Tuesday, January 15th from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. The title of the presentation is: “Childhood Obesity and Cognitive Impairment” We are pleased to have as our presenter, Dr. Antonio Convit, Institute of Community Health-Nathan Kline Research Institute, Associate Professor NYU School of Medicine, Center for Brain Health. Dr. Convit will discuss the impact of glucose regulation on cognition in adolescents with metabolic syndrome and type-2 diabetes, out of which has developed NYU’s “The BODY Project” proposed in partnership with the public school system. All are encouraged to register for this special edition. Registration will be limited to the first 25 respondents. Please respond via e-mail to kmv05@health.state.ny.us or by phone at 518-474-2180 to indicate your interest in participating in the call. Please refer to presentation title when responding due to multiple conference calls being held this month. Responses are due Monday, January 14th. Please be sure to e-mail directly - kmv05@health.state.ny.us - Dialing instructions, an agenda and any necessary materials will be forwarded to those who register.

"Safer Kids: Safer Future"
2008-01-15 6:00pm-8:00pm
Brooklyn Borough President's Office Building
209 Joralemon Street Brooklyn
Join us at our first meeting entitled "Safer Kids: Safer Future", Monitoring the HIV Curriculum, and HIV/AIDS Education in NYC Public Schools. For more information or to join the task force call Matthew at 212-629-3075 ext. 108 or email mlesieur@nyaidsc.org

"For the Sake of Our Families: A Convocation on Reproductive Health"
2008-01-16 6:00pm-8:00pm
Hanson Place Central United Methodist Church
144 St. Felix Street at Hanson Place Brooklyn
Hanson Place Central United Methodist Church and Planned Parenthood of New York City invite you to "For the Sake of Our Families: A Convocation on Reproductive Health" commemorating the 35th Anniversary of Roe vs. Wade and the 79th Birthday of Reverand Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Special Keynote Speaker The Reverand Dr. James A. Forbes, Jr. Dr. Forbes is Senior Minister Emeritus, the Riverside Church in the City of New York, founder of the Healing of the Nations Foundation and host of "The Time is Now" on Air America Radio. To RSVP go to www.ppnyc.org

"Coalition Sisters Getting Together" National Coalition of 100 Black Women - Manhattan Chapter
2008-01-18 7:30pm
Midtown Manhattan
43rs Street between Madison & Fith Aves. New York City
Join NCBW sisters for a fundraising event to The Mohegan Sun Hotel and Casino. There will be music, shopping, and gambling. Leaving from Midtown Manhattan at 7:30pm on January 18th, by bus, and returning on January 19th by 7:30am. Price: $50.00 per person (due by 1/7/08) with a $30.00 game and meal voucher available. Bring your friends, boyfriends, husbands...all are welcome. Proceeds will be used to support future programs aimed at improving and empowering the lives of Women of Color. To RSVP, please call NCBW-Manhattan Chapter at 212-642-3758 or email: ncbwmanhattanchapter@yahoo.com with contact information. Checks can be made payable to: NCBW-Manhattan Chapter and mailed directly to NCBW-Manhattan Chapter, P.O. Box#1711, Grand Central Station, New York, N.Y. 10163-1711. Please write NCBW-Mohegan Sun on the envelope.

Kids Get Arthritis, Too
2008-01-19 10:00am-2:00pm
Brooklyn Heights Library
280 Cadman Plaza West at Tillary Street Brooklyn
Arthritis Foundation New York Chapter is pleased to present "Kids Get Arthritis, Too". This half-day program for children with arthritis and their families will feature specific sessions targeting parents, children and teens. Parents wil learn about juvenile arthritis and related conditions and the effect that they have on the whole family. the sessions will help answer questions about medical treatment, nutrition, handling stress, working with schools, and parenting at different stages of development. The program will offer opportunities for parents to learn from one another as well as leading professionals in healthcare and other fields. This program is FREE, however pre-registration is required. Refreshments and handouts included. For more information call 212-984-8730 or 800-246-2884 or email ayanawoods@arthritis.org

The Life of The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. "Looking For Martin: Are Dr. King and His 'Dream' Still Relevant?"
2008-01-20 3:30pm
LIU - Kumble Theater
Dekalb & Flatbush Ave Brooklyn
Master of Ceremonies: Dominic Carter, Host of NY1's Nightly Political Show. Admission is FREE. Seating is on a first come first serve basis. Doors open at 3:30pm.

"Sophisticated Seniors"
2008-01-23 11am-3pm
Aviator Sports and Recreation
Hangar 5 - Floyd Bennet Field Brooklyn
The National Alliance for Healthy Communitiies, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting healthy communitites by creating wellness programs, supporting research initiatives and offering pro-active services will be honoring a physician and two organizations that support its mission at a gala luncheon event called "Sophisticated Seniors". Borough President Marty Markowitz will be on hand to award the citations. The event is open to residents 60 and over and will feature a catered luncheon, a musical performance, giveaways, and a resource table with vital information for seniors. Honored will be Richard Merkin, MD, CEO and founder of Heritage Provider Network; Healthcare Partners, a healthcare delivery system and one of the largest Physician-owned IPA's in the northeast region; and SUN-B, The Senior Umbrella Network of Brooklyn, who will be honored for their efforts to improve the quality of life for seniors in the community, since 2003. "Sophisticated Seniors" promises to be a lively and memorable event for all who attend. Seating is limited, so reservations are absolutely necessary. Please call Vicki Ellner at 718-847-5100 ext. 107 or email her at jaspip@aol.com

Are you a young person between the ages of 16 and 24? Are you living with HIV? If you answered "Yes" to these questions, the NYS Department of Health needs your input at a Statewide Forum in January 2008! To learn more about the January 2008 Forum, or how your voice can help to improve the health care that young people living with HIV receive in New York State, Please call your Consumer Advocate, Dan Tietz, toll free at 877-874-0776!
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FREE Mammography and PAP test
2008-01-01 
Center for Community Health Promotion & Wellness, University Hospital of Brooklyn
445 Lenox Road Brooklyn
Services are FREE for those who qualify. Mammograms are for women 40 years and older. Clinical Breast Exams and PAP Tests are for women 18 years and older. Call for an appointment at 718-270-8846 or 718-270-8245.

Smoking and Second Hand Smoke - Find Out About FREE Nicotine Patch Program
2008-01-09 3:30pm-5:00pm
SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Health Science Education Building
395 Lenox Road Brooklyn
Speaker: Isabel Rodriguez, Tobacco Education Coordinator, Center for Community Health Promotion and Wellness. Light Refreshments Will be Served. No RSVP is Required. For more information call 718-270-2133.

MEMORY SCREENING
2008-01-14 3:00pm-6:00pm
Leeza's Place at Park Slope Geriatric Day Center
1 Prospect Park West Brooklyn
Leeza's Place in partnership with the New York Methodist Hospital's Memory Center is hosting this screening for early diagnosis of memory disorders. Appointments necessary. Please call 347-296-2345 to schedule a screening.

Breastfeeding Support Group
2008-01-15 2:30pm-3:30pm
New York Methodist Hospital, Miner Pavilion, Room 706
506 Sixth Street Brooklyn
New York Methodist offers a unique FREE support group for new mother. The Breastfeeding Support Group will meet Tuesday afternoons on January 8, January 15, January 22 and January 29 at 2:30pm. The Breastfeeding Support Group focuses on providing encouragement and information for mothers and their newborns, from birth to three months old. A certified lactation consultant will lead the group. For more information call 718-780-5078.

Depression - Diagnosis, Treatment Options, and Management
2008-01-16 6:00pm-7:30pm
SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Health Science Education Building
395 Lenox Road Brooklyn
Speaker: Jean B. tropnas, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry. Igor Kirzhner, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry & Director of Emergency Psychiatric Services. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome. For more information call 718-270-3739.

Surgical Weight Reduction Information Seminar and Support Group
2008-01-24 5:30pm-7:30pm
New York Methodist Hospital, Executive Dining Room
506 Sixth Street Brooklyn
Obesity is an epidemic that impacts over nine million Americans. More and more people who are affected by obesisty are seeking to learn about surgical weight reduction. New York Methodist Hospital offers a FREE Surgical Weight Reduction Information Seminar and Support Group. During the first 30 minutes of the seminar, a surgeon will conduct an information session for individuals who are interested in learning about the surgery. A 90-minute support group meeting open to pre and post-op patients will follow the information session. For more information please call 718-780-7797.

The City Launches Notify NYC, An Emergency Public Messaging Program
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Mayor Bloomberg announced the launch of Notify NYC, a program that will enable registered New Yorkers to receive timely emergency-related messages via email, text, and telephone. Information about significant emergencies in any of the four pilot areas — Lower Manhattan, the northeast Bronx, southwest Staten Island, and the Rockaways — will be transmitted to those who subscribe to this service. Starting December 4 those interested in receiving emergency updates can register at NYC.gov. Beginning Monday, December 10, the City will start sending emergency-related messages. Please take a moment to become familiar with the program at http://www.NYC.gov/notifynyc, share widely with those who live or work in the pilot areas, and encourage folks to sign up to receive these important messages.

Distribution of Toys - The Fifth Annual Holiday Celebration
2008-01-04  1:00pm-4:00pm
NYC Administration for Children's Services
151 Lawrence Street, 4th floor, between Fulton & Willoughby Brooklyn
For further information call 718-722-8810.

Grace Institute Open House - FREE Administrative Assistant Training and Job Placement
2008-01-09  12:00pm-4:00pm
Grace Institute
1233 Second Ave at 65th St New York
NYC women are invited to drop by Grace Institute at 12pm & 4pm for refreshments, a tour, an information session, and to fill out an application for our TUITION-FREE Business Skills program beginning February 13th. Groups are welcome! Please call to schedule a private tour and information session for you and your clients! Please let women in need of job skills and job placement know about this wonderful opportunity. For more information visit our website at www.graceinstitute.org or call us at 212-832-7605. Also, please view our new school video featuring Grace Students and classes at http://www.danbrennanmedia.com/grace_2006.html

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