food
Posts in the Food category highlight healthy recipes, tips for meal planning and spotlights nutritious eating throughout Washington Heights
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Culinary PathwaysWestSide Campaing Against Hunger and NMIC are Collaborating ona new 18 week culinary training program
Through our classroom-based and hands-on training you will gain:
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WELCOME HAVEN- ESPAÑOLWelcome Haven
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WELCOME HAVEN Welcome Haven
Come for the unveiling of the Bollard Beautification Project painted by artist Emely Perez
Inspired by the Welikia Project, Emely's goal is to encourage environmental awereness and conversations about the places we share.
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Nutrition WorkshopsIn English and Spanish --
Nutrition workshop for Caregivers of people with memory loss.
Saturday, October 12 at 11am -- FREE!
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Familia Amor Motivación AcciónFamilia
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El Programa de Comida Fresca para Adultos MayoresEl Programa de Comida Fresca para Adultos Mayores
¡Reciba una funda mixta de vegetales y frutas frescos cultivados poragricultores locales por sólo $8! El programa está basado en el sistema de “pague y reciba” y solamente aceptamos dinero en efectivo. Los pagos se harán la semana antes de recibir la funda.
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Fresh Food for SeniorsFresh Food for Seniors
The Senior Fresh Food Program lets you order a mixed bag of fresh, locally grown fruit and vegetables from local farmers for only $8!
The program is pay-as-you-go, cash-only, order one week ahead of each Thursday 2019
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Join us at our November meeting!Join us at our November meeting! We'll quiz our knowledge of what we know about the first Thanksgiving, learn about the Iroquois Thanksgiving Address, explore gratitude in movement, and present a recipe featuring the cranberry! Light refreshments will be provided. Questions?
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Open House at the Center for Adults Living Well @ the YDiscover how the Center for Adults Living Well can help you live your best life!
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Rivertone's August Memory Cafe
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sweetgreen - Interviews Next Weeksweetgreen
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HIRING: FoodTown New Location Opening - Supermarket
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HIRING: Social Work Supervisors, Case Associates and Case Assistants needed for Manhattan and Bronx locationsThe NYC agency is looking to hire Social Work Supervisors, Case Associates and Case Assistants for their Manhattan and Bronx locations. The employer will be conducting one on one interviews onsite at the Washington Heights Workforce1 Center on Thursday June 14th from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm.
SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR
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HIRING EVENT - Social Work Supervisors, Case Associates and Case Assistants for Manhattan and Bronx locationsThe NYC agency is looking to hire Social Work Supervisors, Case Associates and Case Assistants for their Manhattan and Bronx locations. The employer will be conducting one on one interviews onsite at the Washington Heights Workforce1 Center on Thursday June 14th from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm.
SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR
Salary: 58k to 62k
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Open House at the Center for Adults Living Well @ the YDiscover how the YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood's Center for Adults Living Well can help you live your best life!
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Recruitment for Restaurants & RetailPlease visit Workforce1 at 516 West 181 Street, 5th Floor between 9AM to 1PM to meet with a recruiter!
Currently open positions:
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Recruiting for Food, Retail & Health PositionsPlease visit Workforce1 at 516 West 181 Street, 5th Floor between Mon. - Thurs.9AM to 1PM to meet with a recruiter!
Currently open positions:
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WHIN Food Council Monthly Meeting & Seasonal Eating Potluck!Please join us for our next monthly general body meeting which will be a special one because we are hosting a potluck with the theme of "seasonal eating."
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El programa Fresh Food BoxEl programa Fresh Food Box está comprometido con un conjunto de principios: sostenibilidad dentro de nuestro sistema alimentario local y acceso asequible para quienes más lo necesitan. Queremos ofrecerles a nuestros participantes productos de alta calidad de granjas familiares para las próximas temporadas, y pagarle a nuestro personal un salario digno por su importante trabajo.
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Fresh Food BoxThe Fresh Food Box program is committed to a set of principles – sustainability within our local food system, and affordable access for those who need it most.
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¡Únete a nuestro Mercado Movil de City Harvest en Prince Hall! ¡Únete a nuestro Mercado Movil de City Harvest en Prince Hall!
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Join City Harvest for our Prince Hall Mobile MarketJoin City Harvest for our Prince Hall Mobile Market
Through our Mobile Market, we distribute free fruits and vegetables, to our community twice each month, in addition to conducting cooking demonstrations and distributing recipes for you and your family.
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Washington Heights Workforce1 Recruitement Calendar 1/29/18 to 2/2/1Workforce1 is a service provided by the NYC Department of Small Business Services that prepares and connects qualified candidates to job opportunities in New York City. We develop relationships directly with businesses that are hiring, then, we get a deep understanding of what they’re looking for in a candidate.
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Food Service Recruitment - Midtown LocationsWorkforce1 is a service provided by the NYC Department of Small Business Services that prepares and connects qualified candidates to job opportunities in New York City.
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Food Service Recruitment - Midtown LocationsWorkforce1 is a service provided by the NYC Department of Small Business Services that prepares and connects qualified candidates to job opportunities in New York City.
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The Healthy Cook: Rosemary-Roasted Beets and CarrotsThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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The Healthy Cook: Citrus Cranberry Apple SauceThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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Heights Picture of the Week- Nov. 20Eating Healthy This Holiday Season
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The Healthy Cook: Pumpkin DipThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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NYT- How to Eat Healthy on a TripAre you going out of town during the holidays? This article from New York Times travel writer, Shivani Vora discussed how to eat healthy while away on a trip. Avoiding overeating is key because it will leave you feeling overly full and uncomfortable.
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How To Manage Your Chronic Illness During the HolidaysWith the holidays here it is sometimes hard to plan holiday meals that are as healthy as they are delicious and we are tempted to eat in excess. This is made harder if you or a family member or friend has a special diet due to a health condition like high blood pressure or diabetes.
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The Healthy Cook: Back-to-School Kale SaladThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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Join us at our October meeting!You're invited to our October general body meeting!
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SAGE Center HarlemSAGE Harlem serves LGBT older adults from across the borough and throughout the City with a diverse array of social events and support groups, daily hot nutritional lunches, a cyber center, health and wellness programs, arts and cultural events.
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Metropolitan Community Church of New York, Inc.Emergency shelter and drop-in services for LGBTQI runaway and homeless youth age 18-24. Beds available on a first-come first-serve basis each night at 9 pm. The Gary Skala Clinic is open Tuesday-Friday from 4:30pm-9pm for LGBTQI runaway and homeless youth and provides HIV testing, referrals, case management, counseling, food, clothing, and educational groups.
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Hetrick-Martin Institute (Home of the Harvey Milk School)Oldest and largest multi-service non-profit agency for LGBTQ youth.
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God’s Love We DeliverFree nutritious meals delivered to adults/children living with HIV/AIDS, other serious illnesses, in NYC and Hudson County NJ.
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AIDS Service Center NYCHIV/AIDS services, support, counseling, peer education, housing and entitlements assistance, treatment adherence support, HIV testing, basic needs (food and clothing bank), case management.
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Bronx WorksBronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community.
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The Healthy Cook: Sautéed AsparagusThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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Autumn Haven Festival Autumn Haven
Monday, September 18, 2017 from 11am to 6:30pm
Haven Avenue between Fort Washington and 169th Street
OPEN TO ALL
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Festival de Otoño en la Calle Haven Festival de Otoño en la Calle Haven
Lunes 18 de septiembre, horario de 11am a 6:30pm
avenida Haven entre la avenida Fort Washignton y la calle 169
Festival gratuito y abierto para el deleite del publico en general
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NYT- Ask Well: How Much Protein Do We Need?In this article from the New York Times Ask Well blog writer Sophie Egan discusses how much protein the average adult needs in their daily diet.
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The Healthy Cook: Strawberry & Banana SmoothiesThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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NYT- Well: The Case for a Breakfast FeastIn this article from the New York Times Well blog writer Roni Caryn Rabin discusses a recent review of the eating habits of 50,000 adults.
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The Healthy Cook: Strawberry & Spinach SaladThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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El Programa de Bienestar FamiliarEl Programa de Bienestar Familiar
El programa de Bienestar Familiar puede ayudarle a proveer a su familia con seguridad, estabilidad, y el bienestar que necesitan.
Todos los servicios son GRATUITOS! Inscribase hoy en alguno de nuestros locales o llame para mas información al 212-503-6842.
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The Family Wellness ProgramThe Family Wellness Program can help you to provide your family with the security, safety, stability and well-being they need.
All services are offered in English and Spanish and are FREE!
Enroll today at the Upper Manhattan location or call 212-503-6842.
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Nutrición y Salud Conferencia Internacional 2017Nutrición y Salud
Conferencia Internacional 2017- Conocer hábitos saludables de alimentación y compras de comida para toda la familia.
- Planeación de menú con demostracion de cocina.
- Autoevaluación de mi estilo de vida, actividad física y desar-rollo de mi plan de acción.
Agosto 24, 2017
9:00 am -- 4:00 pm
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Nutrition and Health Conference 2017Nutrition and Health Conference 2017
- Instill healthy eating & shopping habits for the family.
- Meal planning, menu creation with cooking demonstration.
- Lifestyle Self-evaluation & creation of my activity plan.
August 24, 2017
9:00 am -- 4:00 pm
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Heights Picture of the Week- Aug. 14During the summer months food poisoning peaks as warmer temperatures cause germs to grow more quickly on food.
If you are going to be grilling this summer season, follow these simple steps from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to be safe and avoid the risk of illness.
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Summer Cooking: Protect Against Foodborne Illnesses Food poisoning is very common in summer months because warmer temperatures can cause germs to grow more quickly on food.
Follow these simple steps from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to be safe and avoid getting sick:
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NYT- Ask Well: Can You Develop Food Allergies at Any Age?In this article from the New York Times Ask Well blog writer Sophie Egan discusses how people can develop food allergies into adulthood. It is commonly believed that food allergies are developed early in life, with 8% of children having food allergies, compared to 5% of adults.
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The Heights Feel Good Fest by MindBodySoul Yoga & The United Palace of Cultural ArtsMindBodySoul Yoga & The United Palace are excited to present the first-ever Heights Feel Good Fest!
Free but RSVP
Sunday, July 30th
Plaza de las Américas & the Palace foyer
9AM - 5PM
Join us for a day of:
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The Healthy Cook: Romaine & Citrus SaladThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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The Healthy Cook: Radish and Avocado SandwichesThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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The Healthy Cook: Cajun Oven FriesThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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NYT- Well: Pediatricians Say No Fruit Juice in Child’s First YearIn this article from the New York Times Well blog writer Catherine Saint Louis discusses the new recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics about juice. The Academy toughened their views on juice in a child's first year. The concern is that children age one and under are consuming too many calories as juice, which offers little nutritional value.
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The Healthy Cook: Black Bean Potato SoupThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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Join us at our May meeting!You're invited to our May meeting!
Our next general body meeting will be on:
Thursday, May 25th
7:00-8:30pmJesus Christ Church of Latter-Day Saints
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Dia de los NiñosDia de los Niños
29 de abril del 2017
Hora: 12pm-5pmVen a jugar, disfrutar y compartir juntos en familia en este gran festival del Día del Niño
St. Mary’s Park @ Bronx
Entrada: Calle 143 y Jackson Ave.Para mas información llamenos al: 917-600-1644
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Children's Day Children's day!
This Saturday, April 29th 2017
Time: 12pm-5pmCome play and enjoy some friendly competition with fun activities during our grand celebration of children.
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Manhattan Community District 12: Washington Heights and Inwood Community Health ProfileThe New York City Community Health Profiles capture the health of 59 community districts across the city. The most comprehensive reports of neighborhood health ever produced, they look beyond traditional health measures to define a broader picture of neighborhood health including conditions such as housing quality, air pollution, and types of food accessible.
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The Healthy Cook: Cumin Glazed CarrotsThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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Join us at our April meeting!The Washington Heights/Inwood Food Council invites you to attend our next general body meeting, which will be held:
Thursday, April 27th
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Nutrition Month 2017: Put Your Best Fork ForwardNational Nutrition Month® is a nutrition education and information campaign created annually in March by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The campaign focuses on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.
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National Nutrition Month Education DayIsabella Institute for Older Adults / 50+ Club National Nutrition Month Education Day
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Join us at our March meeting!You're invited to our March general body meeting! In this meeting, we will focus on the following:
1. Icebreaker & healthy snacks
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2. Discussion of a law related to food street vendors & how the WHIN Food Council can act on this food policy issue
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Join us at our February meeting!Please join us at our February general body meeting! In this meeting, we will focus on the following:
1. Icebreaker & healthy snacks
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2. Presentation of community food research results (Guest: Columbia MPH students)
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The Healthy Cook: Roasted Winter SquashThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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CHALK Mini-Grant Info Session 2 We will have two info sessions about our CHALK grants!
First one is from 9am to 10:30am
Second is from 4pm to 5:30pmRefreshments will be served!
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The Healthy Cook: Sweet Potato & Red Bean ChiliThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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WIC office- New York Presbyterian HospitalWhat is WIC? The NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Ambulatory Care Network's WIC Program is a federal and state-funded nutrition education and supplemental food program. The WIC Program provides nutrition, health, fitness, and breastfeeding information as well as monthly checks for nutritious foods to eligible participants. Who is Eligible?
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Join us at our January general body meeting!Do you have opinions on the food that’s available in our community?
Do you want to help improve access to healthy food in Washington Heights/Inwood?The Washington Heights/Inwood Food Council* invites YOU to our January meeting!
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Have a Healthy Holiday Season!The holiday season is here! It’s a special time of the year when we visit with family and friends, and gather around the table for traditional meals. In many homes, the holiday meals are larger, we eat for longer than usual, and meals are served at odd hours.
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The Healthy Cook: Apple SlawThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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NYT- Ask Well: Are Frozen Fruits and Vegetables as Nutritious as Fresh?New York Times Ask Well blog writer Roni Caryn Rabin talks about the nutritional value of frozen fruits and vegetables compared
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The Healthy Cook: Pear-Raisin SautéThe Healthy Cook is a new seasonal recipe series presented by City Harvest and their Healthy Neighborhoods Program.
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Holiday Gathering!You're invited to the Washington Heights/Inwood Food Council's Holiday Gathering!
Heavy appetizers will be served. We look forward to celebrating with all of you.
Please RSVP to crivera@cityharvest.org or by calling 646-412-0719 so we can make sure we have the appropriate amount of food.
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November is National Diabetes MonthThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that there are more than 29 million people in the United States with diabetes. About one out of four people with diabetes don't know they have it. Learning more about how to manage diabetes is key to the health of those living with the condition.
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City Harvest: GrowNYC Greenmarket TourOn November 3rd City Harvest and Columbia Community Partnership for Health (CCPH) organized a tour of the 175th Street greenmarket. Tour participants met at CCPH and walked to the market located on 175th Street in the Plaza de las Americas as a group. At the market there are tents for vendors offering fresh fruits and vegetables.
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You're invited to our November general meeting!You're invited to our November general body meeting! Join the Washington Heights/Inwood Food Council to meet others who also care about food issues in our community. We want to work together to create a healthier food environment with greater access for all.
In our November meeting we will have a discussion of the local food retail environment.
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Join us at our October meeting!Do you care about healthy food issues in Washington Heights and Inwood? Come join us! In this meeting, we will have the following activities:
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ARC XVI Fort WashingtonThe ARC XVI Fort Washington Senior Center, located at 4111 Broadway, has been a “second home” to thousands of seniors of the Washington Heights-Inwood area since 1973. For 43 years ARC XVI has provided free meals, social services, transportation, recreational activities and classes such as dancing, arts and culture, health and wellness, and ESL to seniors.
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WHIN Food Council Planning Meeting
This is a small group planning meeting to plan our September general body meeting. We are working on organizing the group as we are fairly new. Anybody interested in attending should RSVP with Catarina at crivera@cityharvest.org or 646-412-0719.
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You're invited to our September general meeting!Do you have opinions on the food that’s available in our community?
Do you want to help improve access to healthy food in Washington Heights/Inwood?The Washington Heights/Inwood Food Council* invites YOU to our September meeting!
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Directorio de Recursos Conexiones NYBienvenido al Directorio de Recursos NY Connects, este es el lugar correcto para buscar información sobre como:
* Aprender sobre los servicios y apoyos a plazo los cuales pueden ayudarlo a usted o un miembro de la familia que esta en casa y quiere permanecer en la comunidad, o permanecer independiente;
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NY Connects Resource DirectoryNY Connects Resource Directory, is the right place to:
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IDNYC8 Million New Yorkers. 1 Card For All Of Us!
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Community Meal Program at North Presbyterian ChurchThe Community Meal is open for everyone. If you would like a good hot meal along with some social and spiritual food, please join us. We often have other services being offered alongside the Community Meal as well.
Saturday, from 12pm – 2pm.
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GrowNYC GreenmarketMany people have a hard time finding low-cost, fresh fruits and vegetables for their families. GrowNYC helps people buy fruits and vegetables in their communities from local farmers through a program called Greenmarket.
The Greenmarket was created for two reasons:
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GrowNYC Washington Heights and Inwood GreenmarketGrowNYC Greenmarkets are as diverse as the city itself! No matter where you are in NYC, you can find a bustling space filled with neighbors, families, office workers and chefs all shopping side-by-side for the freshest of products.
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YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & InwoodYM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood
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Asociación de Mujeres Progresistas, Inc.The Asociación de Mujeres Progresistas, Inc. was conceived in Washington Heights on November 11, 1993.
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Summer Programs/ Programas de veranoThe New York City Parks offer a variety of free summer activities for children all throughout the city.
For more information and the location nearest to you visit: Summer Programs
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Free Summer Meals/ Comidas de verano gratisFree Summer Meals Starts June 29, 2016. Breakfast and lunch continues beyond the scheduled instructional school year from June 29th to September 2nd. Our Summer Meals Program is available at hundreds of public schools, community pool centers, New York City Housing Authority complexes, Libraries, and other locations around the city.
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Levántese y VayaLa Fundación de Parques de la ciudad nuevamente está ofreciendo su programa de ejercicio multi deportivo diseñado para que los niños entre las edades de seis a diez estén activos. Será ofrecido en el Alto Manhattan. El programa “Get Up & Go” le brinda a los niños la oportunidad de aprender acerca de la salud, nutrición y acondicionamiento físico mientras se divierten.
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Get Up and GoGet Up and Go
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Sugar Hill GreenmarketSugar Hill Green Market
155th Street & St. Nicholas Avenue
Saturdays, 8am-3pm
June 18-November 19At this Markep:
Fresh Locally grown fruits, vegetables and more.
EBT/DEbit/Credit and WIC & FMNP Check Accepted
for more information visit:
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June is Men’s Health Month As many of us are long past our New Year’s resolutions many of which were promises to eat healthy and be more active, a friendly reminder that it is still possible to achieve those resolutions. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has some great resources about men’s health as a part of the Eat Right campaign.
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Fort Washington Greenmarket Fort Washington Greenmarket
168th Street and Fort Washington Avenue
Tuesdays, 8am-4pmJune 7-November 22
At This Market:
EBT, Debit/Credit and WIC & FMNP Check accepted at this market
Every Tuesday, 8am-3pm: Textile Recycling & Food Scrap Collection
For more information visit:
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Food Assistance This Holiday SeasonFood Assistance This Holiday Season
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Healthy Meals for Thanksgiving DayAs we prepare for Thanksgiving Day, it is sometimes hard to figure out healthy alternatives to our traditional holiday foods. Many of our favorite foods are high in calories and fat, serving ourselves seconds, or even thirds, does not help our waistline either. Thanksgiving dinner does not have to affect your weight.
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Demostración de Cocina para la Temporada de Fiestas y Exámenes de Salud Acompañenos después de la charla para una demonstración de cocina y exámenes de la salud.
Martes, Diciembre 1, 2015
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Healthy Holiday Cooking Demonstration and Health ScreeningsStay after the Eat Your Way to a Healthy Heart lecture for a fun cooking demo and health screenings.
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
3:30 – 4:30p Eating Healthy for the Holidays: Cooking Demonstration
Coalición Mexicana4:30 – 5:30p Know Your Numbers: Blood Pressure, Body Mass Index & Body Fat Screeenings
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Cómo Alimentarse para un Corazón SaludableUna charla educativa gratis sobre el colesterol y la nutrición.
¿Qué es el colesterol? ¿Por qué preocuparse por el colesterol?
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Eat Your Way to a Healthy HeartA free educational talk about cholesterol and nutrition.
What is cholesterol? Why should you be concerned about cholesterol?
What is the difference between good and bad cholesterol?
How does what you eat affect your cholesterol? What foods will reduce your cholesterol?Presenters:
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Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center
The Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center (Center), also known as the Upper Manhattan Mental Health Center, Inc., is a 501 (C) (3) nonprofit community based organization established in 1969.
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Mary McLeod Bethune Senior Center
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Dyckman Senior CenterLocated at 10th Avenue and 201st Street, the Dyckman Senior Center serves a multi-ethnic population of seniors. With over 700 members, the Center provides an opportunity for seniors to meet with friends, participate in various recreational activities or a shopping trip and eat a nutritionally-balanced meal.
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Cothoa Luncheon Club
Non-profit senior center offering meals, recreational activities, case assistance, and health and nutrition education for the elderly.
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BPABisphenol-A (BPA) is one of the highest volume chemicals produced worldwide. It is used to harden plastics, keep bacteria from growing in foods, and prevent cans from rusting. It is found in products we use every day: baby bottles, water bottles, food storage containers, the lining of canned goods and cash register receipts. (BPA is present in recycled and carbonless copy paper.)
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Get Healthy Heights High Bridge Festival Schedule of ActivitiesGet Healthy Heights High Bridge Festival Schedule of Activities:
12:00pm – 12:40pm
Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation
Zumba12:50 – 1:30pm
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High Bridge FestivalThe High Bridge, New York City’s oldest standing bridge, opened June 9th! This summer, the High Bridge will once again connect pedestrians and bicyclists from Manhattan and the Bronx, opening a park that has been closed to the public for more than 40 years.
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BPARead our page on BPA and how to avoid it!
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The Northern Manhattan Fellowship now welcomes applicants for its 2015-2016 cohortThe Northern Manhattan Fellowship is a 10-month leadership and professional development program, which brings together emerging leaders from faith-based, community and governmental organizations to hone their leadership, networking, and community-building skills.
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Community Food ForumJoin us in a discussion of supermarkets in your community and how they contribute to your quality of life:
1. Hear from representatives of government agencies and organizations
2. Learn about initiatives that affect your community food environment
3. Questions and answers about improving your local food environmentRefreshments will be provided!
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Bus Trip: Platzl Brauhaus - Pomona, NYJoin us for a Summer Festival. Trip includes transportation, bus raffles, swimming, BINGO,
dancing, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Reservations are a must. Cost: $60.00 due by July 16th. Payment plans are available.
We will gather at 8:30 am at 525 Audubon Avenue Library / Lounge for check in.
Bus departs at 9:00 am.
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YUM Program was featured on Fox 5 News last week for Volunteer Appreciation WeekContinuing our appreciation for volunteers, we would like to highlight our YUM volunteer Bobbie Gamble. Bobbie co-volunteers for the YUM Market which includes a group of dedicated individuals ranging in age from 7 to 97 who sell fresh produce to promote healthier living to our staff and residents.
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Meatless MondayMeatless Monday is an international movement to help people reduce their meat consumption by 15%. On average, Americans consume 8 ounces of meat per day – 45% more than the USDA recommends. Going meatless one day a week can reduce the risk of chronic preventable conditions like cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity.
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Riverstone -- four programs for healthy seniorsWith four core programs that work together to provide answers for seniors and their families: Riverstone Memory Center: Engaging adult day services for people with memory loss due to Alzheimer's or other condition. Support groups and other activities for caregivers underscore Riverstone's recognition of their importance in the balance of care.
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Moriah Older Adult Luncheon Club
Moriah Older Adult Luncheon Club was founded in 1974 to serve seniors of all ethnicities in Washington Heights and Inwood - two communities which contain the highest percentage of seniors in the New York area. Moriah serves fresh, nutritious, hot lunches to seniors.
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Dyckman Senior Center
The Dyckman Senior Center serves a multi-ethnic population of senior citizens. With over 325 members, the Center provides members with the opportunity to meet with friends, participate in various recreational activities, and eat healthy meals.
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Food Pantry- CLOTHThe Community League of the Heights food pantry caters to the needs of Upper Manhattan. To collect food from the pantry you must have photo ID. Hours*: Wednesday 9am-11am Saturday 8:30am-10am *Hours vary depending on availability of food, so come early!
http://www.cloth159.org/foodpantry.htm
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Bus Trip: Foxwoods Casino and Tanger Outlets Shopping TripTrip includes 2 hours of outlet shopping at Tanger Outlets with discount coupon booklets, an all you can eat buffet voucher for the Festival Buffet at Foxwoods, and time to play with a $10- $15 bonus to get started. Cost: $49 per person due by April 20th. Payment plans can be made.
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YUM Fresh Food for Northern Manhattan YUM Fresh Food for Northern Manhattan
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Valentine's Day Dinner Dance Valentine's Day Dinner Dance. Dinner, Music & Dancing, in a warm and friendly environment with friends or that special Valentine. Cost: $10/ Per person due by February 10, 2015.
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The New York Common Pantry The New York Common Pantry is dedicated to reducing hunger throughout New York City while promoting dignity and self-sufficiency. Our Pantry Program is New York City's largest community-based food pantry and is designed to meet the needs of our families by providing culturally-appropriate and nutritiously-balanced food.
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Snapshot of WAHI - Heart HealthSnapshot of WAHI is a series of infographics about Washington Heights & Inwood (WAHI) that is based on data free to the public. Each infographic highlights a health topic and links viewers to tools and web apps (applications). Data on WAHI is compared to data on Manhattan and New York City (NYC).
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Fit as a Troll: Children's ConcertScandia Symphony Children's Concert in Anne Loftus Playground
Saturday, May 31, 2014
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
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Local Food Pantries A Food Pantry is a community-based program that collects and stores food and household products for free distribution to low-income and needy people.
Date and time may vary, contact your local pantry for more information.
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"Just Food Conference"On April 5 and 6, 2014, our organization will host the annual Just Food Conference in partnership with the Laurie M. Tisch Center for Food, Education & Policy. This two-day event will offer opportunities for the general public, food professionals, CSA members, community organizers and farmers to come together for workshops, skill-building sessions, all-day intensives, and tours.
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Inwood GreenmarketEvery Saturday Located at Manhattan's northern-most point, at the foot of Inwood Hill Park, one the city's biggest and most beautiful parks, this market is a year-round neighborhood favorite. People of all ages, backgrounds, and tastes gather each Saturday to meet and greet their friends and neighbors and do their weekly shopping.
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