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Upcoming Events
May 24, 2020
This information is provided by The Murray Hill Neighborhood Association. We are sharing it as a
service to our members. If this notice does not interest you, please disregard it.
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Traffic advisory - street closures
East 32nd Street between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue: This street will be closed Saturday from 8am to
6pm and Sunday from 9am to 6pm through May 30 for new water and sewer installation.
East 36th Street between Lexington Avenue and Park Avenue: This street will be closed Saturday from 8am to
6pm and Sunday from 9am to 6pm through May 30 for major gas installation.
How you can help
Do you want a green and clean Murray Hill?
Volunteers are needed for The Murray Hill Neighborhood Association's Green & Clean Committee.
We need people with good organizing skills who can help organize our events and program activities.
Contact us if you’d like to help with the Keep Murray Hill Clean Program, Tree Replacement Program,
cleaning and mulching events and communications. Work with MHNA volunteers, social media and
newsletter committees, and take charge of an aspect of the committee's work. You can have an
impact on the beautification of our neighborhood! If interested in helping this important cause please
email greenandclean@murrayhillnyc.org.
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Become a Poll Worker or Interpreter
Earn up to $2,800 for working on all Election Days. Board of Elections NYC. Learn more at
vote.nyc/page/poll-worker-positions. Apply at nyc.electiondayworker.com.
Blood Donations Are Urgently Needed
The NYC blood supply is at a very low level. If you want to donate, a nearby blood center is:
New York Blood Center - Grand Central (please make an appointment)
115 East 41st Street, 800-933-2566, nybloodcenter.org
Bryant Park Corporation and 34th Street Partnership are currently hiring for
the 2021 Summer season.
More information about the positions, and how to apply, is available at 34thstreet.org/about-
us?mc_cid=e3eaf85ad0&mc_eid=1165e24a4c#job-openings.
NYC School Surveys
Your School. Your Child. Your Voice.
Every year, all parents, teachers, students in grades 6-12 and select school support staff take the
NYC School Survey. The survey helps school leaders understand what key members of their school
community think about the learning environment at their school. The information captured by the
survey is designed to support a dialogue among all members of the school community about how to
make the school a better place to learn. Take the 2020-21 NYC School Survey at
surveys.panoramaed.com/nycdoe/login.
Vaccination Poll for Older Students
Have a child age 16+ ? Share your vaccination preferences, fill out the survey
nycenet.edu/surveys/covid19vaccine.
NYC’s reopening
New York City is in Phase 4 of the coronavirus reopening, but some activities are
still on temporary PAUSE or are open with reduced capacity due to the high community rate
of coronavirus infections. Learn more about the reopening phases, micro-cluster strategy,
travel advisory, testing, etc. at forward.ny.gov.
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NYC coronavirus page www1.nyc.gov/site/coronavirus/index.page
New York City reopening business guidance www1.nyc.gov/nycbusiness/article/reopening-
guide.
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) covid-19 page cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-
nCoV/index.html
New York State reopening page, covid rates and zones, vaccination program, covid
restrictions and guidance, travel advisory, etc. coronavirus.health.ny.gov/home.
New
May 17, subways returned to 24/7 service. Cleaning and disinfecting will continue.
May 18, New York State adopted the CDC mask guidelines for fully vaccinated people. Masks are
still required on public transportation, in schools and congregate facilities. Unvaccinated people
should continue to wear masks. Immunocompromised people are advised to wear masks and
consult with your physician. Learn more at cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/fully-
vaccinated.html.
May 19, Large-scale venues - indoor capacity increases to 30% and outdoor venues will be limited
only by the space available for patrons to maintain the required social distance of six feet.
Restaurant operators should refer to nyc.gov/restaurantreopening for guidance on reopening safely
and legally.
All business owners can learn more at nyc.gov/covid19biz or call the SBS Reopening Hotline at 888-
SBS-4NYC (888-727-4692) for assistance in understanding and implementing reopening regulations.
May 31, curfews will be lifted on indoor dining and all catered events that qualify. See In-Person and
Catered Events Section
governor.ny.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/Indoor_and_Outdoor_Food_Services_Detailed_Guidel
ines.pdf). SLA-licensed establishments should visit the State Liquor Authority website for additional
guidance about closing times sla.ny.gov/Guidance-COVID-Related-Closing-Times. The midnight
closing hour for NYC Open Restaurants roadway seating will remain in effect until further notice.
September 14, Broadway theaters are ready to reopen at 100% capacity , and tickets are now on
sale.
Learn more about COVID-19 and NYC’s reopening at murrayhillnyc.org, including
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Reopening
Testing
Vaccinations
Neighborhood restaurants, food & spirits that are open for delivery & pickup
Neighborhood retail, health care (including pets) & services that are open
Neighborhood houses of worship, museums, educational and cultural institutions
COVID-19 rate in zip code 10016
The positive Covid-19 rate for Murray Hill (zip code 10016) has declined significantly in the
past weeks and is now below 1%. This snapshot was taken on May 21, 2021.
The above data is from the NYC Department of Health website COVID-19 tracker
www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-data.page
The view is the 7-day Percent Positive and Test Rate by ZIP code (for Zip code 10016).
New York State COVID-19 tracker forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county-
dashboard.
IMPORTANT: There is still no cure for COVID-19, it will take months to
administer the vaccines for herd immunity, and there is concern about highly
contagious variants.
To stop the spread of COVID-19:
• wear face coverings when you are with people who are not in the same household
• maintain distance (6 feet between people who are not in the same household)
• practice good hand hygiene
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• stay home if sick (seek care if you feel seriously ill)
When community rates of infection are high, limit non-essential activities, travel and indoor
gatherings with people who are not in your household.
NYS travel advisory coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-travel-advisory.
Vaccinations
Vaccinations are free, and are now readily available. All New Yorkers age 12+ are eligible.
Public health officials recommend getting vaccinated as soon as you are eligible. Currently
the Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines are being administered. The J&J is a
one-shot vaccine. Only the Pfizer vaccine has been approved for people age 12 - 17.
The NYC Vaccine Finder site now tells you everywhere in NYC that vaccinations are available
and the type of vaccination offered vaccinefinder.nyc.gov.
Beginning Monday, May 24, Governor Cuomo announced a week-long “Vax & Scratch”
campaign at state-run vaccine sites. Every adult vaccinated will receive a free scratch-off
lottery card, itself a $20 value, that has a 1-in-9 chance of winning something and an overall
jackpot of $5 million. A state-run site in Manhattan near us is the NYS - Javits Center, 429
11th Avenue, Manhattan, 10018, 833-697-4829, Walk-up vaccinations available to all eligible
New Yorkers, FIRST DOSE APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE! Open daily from 8am-7pm,
vaccines offered at this location: Pfizer (12+), Johnson & Johnson (18+).
Pharmacies participating in the vaccinations are Walgreens/Duane Reade, RiteAid and CVS.
You can also set up accounts on their websites, and request alerts. RiteAid is offering walk-
in vaccinations. Some independent pharmacies are also offering vaccinations, including
HealthSource on 34th Street.
If you prefer to be vaccinated by your primary care physician, some doctors’ offices are
getting supplies of the vaccinations. Contact your doctor.
(no appointment needed) ALL New Yorkers can now get their COVID-19 vaccine without an
appointment at city-run and state-run sites across the city. To find a walk-up vaccination site near
you, visit on.nyc.gov/walkupvax or call 877-829-4692. Nearby walk-up site: Ford Foundation, 320
East 43rd Street (entrance also at 321 East 42nd Street) (Monday – Saturday, 9am – 5pm).
Additional, site-specific information can be found on nyc.gov/vaccinefinder. New Yorkers must show
proof of age upon arrival at the vaccination site.
Johnson & Johnson vaccinations have resumed as of April 23, 2021. The main risk is for
women under 50 years of age, and they can take the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, if they are
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worried about the risk. CDC/FDA statement cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-
ncov/vaccines/different-vaccines/janssen.html. What to Do If You Received the
J&J/Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine. The risk of developing a blood clot is very low and that risk
will decrease over time. Contact your healthcare provider and seek medical treatment
urgently if you develop any of the following symptoms: severe headache, backache, new
neurologic symptoms, severe abdominal pain, shortness of breath, leg swelling, tiny red
spots on the skin (petechiae), or new or easy bruising.
See the MHNA website page Vaccinations for useful links and phone numbers on how to
determine your eligibility and schedule an appointment. It is difficult to get an appointment
for a vaccination in the neighborhood at this time, as the number of eligible people far
exceeds the number of vaccines available.
If you are a Veteran, 60+, and currently enrolled in VA Healthcare, the Manhattan VA
Medical Center is administering vaccines. Eligible Veterans must schedule an appointment
by calling 1-877-877-9267.
NYC Adults Vaccinated in ZIP Code 10016.
The percent of NYC adult residents partially and fully vaccinated by modified ZIP Code.
Source: www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-data-vaccines.page. Snapshot taken on
5/21/2021.
FTC Issues Consumer Tips for Avoiding COVID-19 Vaccine
Scams
Be on the lookout for vaccination scams. ftc.gov/news-events/press-releases/2020/12/ftc-
issues-consumer-tips-avoiding-covid-19-vaccine-scams
6All New Yorkers can get tested for coronavirus.
Sites run by NYC and New York State are free. Learn more at vaccinefinder.nyc.gov
or coronavirus.health.ny.gov/find-test-site-near-you. You can also check with your doctor,
pharmacies and walk-in urgent care to find out if they do testing, how long it takes to get
results and if there will be charges. Or call 212-COVID19, text COVID TEST to 855-48.
For Murray Hill/Kips Bay
Bellevue, First Avenue at 26th Street, (free) no appointment necessary, wait times are
unpredictable and can range from no wait until about an hour, usually the wait is not long. Be
sure that they set up your patient portal so that you can get your results. Test results come
back in 1-2 days.
Rapid testing. The New York Forward Rapid Test Program makes rapid testing available
for no more than $30 and provides participants with their results within 30 minutes. By
appointment only. Find a test site coronavirus.health.ny.gov/find-test-site-near-you. (this site
shows both rapid and regular test sites)
NYC website for rapid testing (by appointment only) www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-
19-rapid-testing.page.
Tool to check NYC Health + Hospitals waiting times to get tested testandtrace.nyc or
nychealthandhospitals.org/test-and-trace/testing, tap Check Testing Wait Times on the Test
& Trace Corps page. Or check @NYCHealthSystem on Twitter for updates three times a day
on wait times.
The NYC Citywide Information Portal
www1.nyc.gov/site/coronavirus/resources/resources-for-new-yorkers.page and 311
portal.311.nyc.gov have created COVID-specific resource guides for New Yorkers. These
resource guides contain information related to emotional well-being, rent and housing,
NYCHA residents, and more. Get information and resources to help protect yourself and
others from COVID-19 https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-main.page.
Does your school or organization need PPE?
Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer has been distributing boxes and boxes of masks and
sanitizer across Manhattan. If your school or organization needs PPE, contact her staffers Shawn
Jean-Louis (sjean-louis@manhattanbp.nyc.gov) or Jessica Mates (jmates@manhattanbp.nyc.gov).
7NY Project Hope helps New Yorkers understand their reaction and emotions during the COVID-
19 public health emergency. Through an emotional support helpline, educational materials, and
trusted referrals, NY Project Hope helps people manage and cope with changes brought on by
COVID-19. Share this free, confidential, and anonymous resource nyprojecthope.org.
Recorded event (May 6, 2021)
Ben Kallos' Town Hall: Overdevelopment, Preservation & Affordable Housing
Upcoming Events
Manhattan – Monday, May 24 6-8:30pm
Queens – Thursday, May 27 6-8:30pm
Brooklyn – Monday, June 7 6-8:30pm
Bronx – Wednesday, June 9 6-8:30pm
NYC Department of Education virtual family engagement tour
DOE Chancellor Meisha Porter will be joined by Executive Superintendents and leadership from the
DOE to hear directly from school communities about their top educational priorities for next school
year. These forums will serve as an opportunity for families, teachers, school administrators and
staff to provide Department of Education (DOE) leadership with their thoughts on the types of
resources and support that are needed for a full reopening in September. Families and staff can
register for the forums online at learndoe.org/chancellor. At the time of registration, participants will
be asked if they want to ask a question or provide a comment during the event about a number of
categories, including health and safety, special education, fall 2021 school reopening, social
emotional learning, and more. Each forum will be recorded and posted at learndoe.org/chancellor.
Interpretation services will be available at every forum.http://www.gallery35nyc.com/on-exhibit
May 24 8pm deadline for applications
(for very small eligible businesses) Apply to the U.S. Small Business Administration's
Restaurant Revitalization Fund
The RRF website: sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/covid-19-relief-options/restaurant-revitalization-
fund. The SBA still has potential set-aside funding available for eligible establishments with 2019
annual revenue of not more than $50,000. Learn more at sba.gov/article/2021/may/18/last-call-
administrator-guzman-announces-final-push-restaurant-revitalization-fund-applications.
Applications are open
Summer Rising Programs Grades K-8
8Summer Rising is New York City’s free summer program for any City child in grades K–8, including
students with disabilities, who wants to participate. Families can sign up through the Discover DYCD
website discoverdycd.dycdconnect.nyc/home. Schools will also reach out to families to encourage
them to sign up and help them do so. New locations are added on Mondays. Check weekly for new
program sites. Classes run from July 6 – August 12.
Open now for applications
Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) applications open
An economic relief program for museums, performing arts, entertainment venues and talent
representatives. The U.S. Small Business Administration application portal svograntportal.sba.gov.
For more information about the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program, visit sba.gov/svogrant.
The NYC Curtains Up NYC program is a partnership of the Mayor’s Office of Media and
Entertainment (MOME) and NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS). It offers free
technical assistance to live-performance venues, businesses, and non-profit organizations applying
for SVOG and other federal assistance to help them put forward the strongest SVOG application.
Trained counselors are also available for virtual, one-on-one sessions. Information is available on
the Curtains Up NYC webpage www1.nyc.gov/site/mome/news/fair-share-shuttered-venues-
grants.page or 888-SBS-4NYC.
Applications now open
Summer Restaurant Week—restaurant signup (through June 11)
(for restaurants) Summer Restaurant Week NYC will be from July 19-August 15. No charge to
participate. NYC Restaurant Week is now bigger and more flexible than ever, with indoor and outdoor
dining, takeout and delivery options, plus an all-new pricing structure. Learn more at
business.nycgo.com/nyc-restaurant-week-sign-up.
several start dates are available
Enrollment Now Open for NYS Citizen Public Health Training Program
Cornell University’s Public Health Program has developed a free four-part online training program to
help build community-led initiatives and support surrounding prevention, detection, and response in
the event of public health emergencies. With two hours of content per week, each module will build
up your core knowledge, skills, and abilities, along with specific “calls to action” to help you translate
learning into action within your community and network. Each module will also have one or more live
(and recorded) conversations with experts to share up-to-date information, and to answer key
questions.
Unit 1: Preventing and Addressing COVID-19
Unit 2: Healthy New York Communities
Unit 3: Public Health for Community Resilience
Unit 4: Public Health Preparedness
Who Should Enroll? community leaders; public health leaders and volunteers; volunteers working
with high risk populations; outreach coordinators; anyone who wants to help fortify their community
for the future. Register at nypublichealth.cornell.edu/portal/nyspublichealth.
9May 25 6:30pm
Midtown Community Court hosts A Community Conversation: What is a
Community Court?
(via Zoom) Learn about this critical resource in your community and ask any questions or raise any
community concerns you may have. The event is open to all and everyone in the community so feel
free to share this invite with anyone that is interested in learning more about Midtown Community
Court. Register at
courtinnovation.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMqcemspz4iH9V20DIzgqTauu18NbgJp00I.
Wednesdays 12:30 - 1:30pm
Free Outdoor Concerts at 345 Park Avenue (51st Street) on the outdoor plaza
The Rudin Family is bringing its summer lunchtime concert series back throughout the summer.
May 26, a performance by Sterling Strings
June 2nd - Liverpool Shuffle
June 9th – CC & the Boys
June 16th – Acute Inflections
Monday, June 21 from 4:30 to 6pm, special Summer Solstice concert – The Mystics
June 23rd – Beyond Fab
June 30th – The Rustlers
July 7th – A Latin Movement
July 14th - Neil Diamond Tribute
July 21st – The Mystics
July 28th – Wondrous Stories
August 4th – Saints in the City
August 11th – Don’t Wake Daddy
August 18th – Susan D Band
August 25th – Blu Cha Cha
September 1 – Head over Heels
View the full series schedule at grandcentralpartnership.nyc/news/events/dont-miss-these-free-
outdoor-concerts-345-park-avenue.
10May 26 2pm
Historic Landmarks Preservation Center invites you to a
Cultural Medallion Zoom Dedication Ceremony
to honor the life and work of Delano & Aldrich
with the installation of a cultural medallion at 126 East 38th Street, Manhattan.
RSVP to info@nyclandmarks50.org
(Zoom invitation will provided after registration)
Speakers
Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel
Chair, Historic Landmarks Preservation Center
Peter Pennoyer, FAIA
Principal, Peter Pennoyer Architects
Melissa DelVecchio, FAIA
Partner, RAMSA
John B. Murray
Principal, John B. Murray, Architect
Francis Morrone
Professor of Architectural History, NYU School of Professional Studies
The Murray Hill Neighborhood Association Preservation & Design Committee is collaborating with the Historic
Landmarks Preservation Center on the cultural medallion installation and the dedication ceremony.
May 26 2pm
Virtual book talk on The Employees with Danish author Olga Ravn and
translator Martin Aitken
With moderator Katrine Øgaard Jensen, Ravn and Aitken will discuss the novel, The Employees,
currently out in translation from Lolli Editions and shortlisted for the 2021 International Booker Prize.
In the near-distant future, millions of kilometers from Earth, the crew of the Six-Thousand Ship
11consists of those who were born, and those who were made; those who will die, and those who will
not. Human and humanoid employees alike start aching for the same things. Gradually, the crew
members come to see their work in a new light, and each employee is compelled to ask what it
means to be truly living. Questions can be shared in the chat during the event or emailed in advance
to info@amscan.org. Register at scandinaviahouse.org/events/employees-virtual-book-talk.
Candidate Debates – 2021 NYC Debate Program
Presented by the New York City Campaign Finance Board.
May 26 7 - 8pm Mayoral Republican, on Spectrum News NY1
June 2 7 - 9pm Mayoral, Democratic WABC-TV
June 6 (Time TBD) Mayoral, Republican "Leading Contenders" WABC - TV
June 10 7 - 8pm Comptroller, Democratic Spectrum News NY1
June 16 7 - 8pm Mayoral, Democratic "Leading Contenders" WNBC-TV
June 20 9:30 - 10:30am Comptroller, Democratic "Leading Contenders" WNBC-TV
Full schedule at nyccfb.info/nyc-votes/debates
May 27 2pm
Webinar: Mental Health Parity Compliance Assistance
If you are an employer with a group health plan who is trying to comply with the Mental Health Parity
and Addiction Equity Act, or a plan service provider with questions, the U.S. Department of Labor’s
Employee Benefits Security Administration is holding a free webcast to help you understand the law.
The webcast will cover the recently enacted changes to the law made by the Consolidated
Appropriations Act, 2021, new FAQs and other guidance and tools available to help you. Register at
dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/EBSA/temporary-postings/webcast-mhpaea-ca.pdf.
May 27 3pm
Medicare Minute®: Medicare Cost Assistance Programs
If you need help paying your Medicare costs, there may be federal or state programs that can provide
assistance. Learn about the different assistance programs available for people with Medicare, their
eligibility requirements, and how to apply if you think you might be eligible. Register at
medicareinteractive.org/medicare-minute-login.
May 27 6pm
The New York City Advisory Commission on Property Tax Reform Public
Hearings (Final hearing, Brooklyn)
(virtual) The Commission is soliciting input from the public on the 10 initial recommendations in the
Preliminary Report, specifically whether the recommendations would achieve the goals of a fairer
system, would be improved by certain modifications, or should be enhanced with additional
12recommendations. The Commission's report
www1.nyc.gov/site/propertytaxreform/report/preliminary-report.page. The Commission will be
holding virtual hearings for all five boroughs and will be scheduling hearings in the other boroughs
soon. The public can submit feedback by emailing it to
PropTaxInfo@propertytaxcommission.nyc.gov or through the Commission's online portal
www1.nyc.gov/site/propertytaxreform/contact/property-tax-reform-hearing-registration.page. The
public may also register to testify at the public hearings. To do so, speakers must register on the
Commission’s website www1.nyc.gov/site/propertytaxreform/contact/property-tax-reform-hearing-
registration.page.
May 27 7 – 8:15pm
State Senator Liz Krueger's Town Hall - Costs and Benefits: Healthcare and
Nutrition
(Virtual ) Are COBRA expenses more than you thought? Do you have a 26-year-old who must get
health insurance of their own? Did you know there are many choices when it comes to health
insurance? Good food and good nutrition can be expensive. A benefits expert from the Community
Service Society, Leslie Bailey, will discuss Healthcare options offered through the Affordable Care
Act, how to find out about them and how to apply, and also about the SNAP/Nutrition Benefit
Program. Please register at tinyurl.com/healthcarenutrition.
May 27 7pm
NYU Langone Health’s High blood pressure (hypertension) in Men
Are you at risk? Naveed Masani, MD will discuss how to identify target blood pressures, the
consequences of high blood pressure, and how dietary factors can affect high blood pressure.
Register here.
Important Murray Hill Election Dates for 2021
The Primary Election is very important this year! It will be a competitive election, with
candidates having very different views and experiences. The Primary Election determines
who is on the ballot for each party. In New York State you must be registered with a party to
vote in that party's primary election.
May 28 Deadline to Register to Vote in the June Primary. Re-register if your address has
changed. The date for changing your party affiliation has passed.
June 15 Last Day to Apply for an Absentee Ballot for the Primary Election.
June 12 - 20 Early Voting for the Primary Election
June 22 Primary Election. Because of longer deadlines for absentee ballots and the ballot
curing process, the counting of all ballots may not begin until July 12.
November 2 General Election
Learn more, including useful links. Learn about Ranked Choice Voting, a new way of voting
for local offices: Mayor, Borough President, Comptroller, City Council Members, Public
Advocate. Learn about the candidates.
Check your registration status and poll site, register, apply for an absentee ballot and
generate a sample ballot at the NYC Board of Elections vote.nyc.
13May 28 application deadline to get on the waitlist
The Section 8 Voucher Waitlist is open for applications
Section 8 Vouchers help low-income renters afford safe, decent housing. To get on the waitlist, you
must apply. You can find information on eligibility, application, and other details on a Section 8
voucher, along with answers to FAQs at the NY State Homes & Community Renewals website
hcr.ny.gov/section8. You can also call their hotline at 833-990-4001.
May 28 (extended deadline)
Apply to 3-K for children born in 2018
Learn more at schools.nyc.gov/enrollment/enroll-grade-by-grade.
May 28 Application deadline
Artists and cultural groups can apply for free financial, consulting and
production support
For live performances this summer and fall through the City Parks Foundation Green Arts Live NYC
program cityparksfoundation.org/green-arts, part of the New York Community Trust and Con
Edison’s Arts Alfresco Series.
through May 31 (deadline extended)
(for businesses) PPP loans are open to all eligible entities
An SBA-backed loan that helps businesses keep their workforce employed during the
Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis - Second Draw is open. Businesses must demonstrate at least
a 25% reduction in gross receipts between comparable quarters in 2019 and 2020. If you are
a small business owner looking for assistance in applying for financial assistance, visit NYC
government website nyc.gov/ppp to access resources, which include one-on-one
assistance, connections to lenders, and more. Small Business Administration
(SBA) webpage on the PPP program sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-
options/paycheck-protection-program. Borrowers may be eligible for full PPP loan
forgiveness if during the 8- to 24-week covered period following loan disbursement:
employee and compensation levels are maintained; loan proceeds are spent on payroll costs
and other eligible expenses; and at least 60 percent of the proceeds are spent on payroll
costs. Learn more at sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options/paycheck-
protection-program/ppp-loan-forgiveness. To connect New York City’s small business
owners to federal relief funds, the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) has
launched Fair Share NYC, offering free webinars, technical assistance and access to lenders
to help businesses interested in applying for PPP loans. For more information, visit
nyc.gov/PPP or call 888-SBS-4NYC.
14May 31 deadline to apply
BIPOC- and LGBTQ-owned businesses can apply for a media consultation
package valued at $100,000
From Good Impressions goodimpressionsbymeredith.com, the pro bono arm of marketing company
Meredith meredith.com/marketing-capabilities. Apply at goodimpressionsbymeredith.com/get-
started.
May 31 (May deadline)
The WomensNet $10,000 Amber Grant is awarded to women-owned
businesses
Applications are open on a rolling basis each month. Apply at ambergrantsforwomen.com/get-an-
amber-grant.
15June 9 - September 20 7pm
Bryant Park Picnic Performances
Twenty-five live and in-person music, dance, and theater events. All events will be free and open to
the public with limited capacity and audience registration required. Thanks to the generous support
of Bank of America, nearly all of the events will be available for the public to livestream at no cost.
See the full schedule at bryantpark.org/series/Bryant-park-picnics.
June 10 1pm
The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce series: New York City's Comeback
(virtual) The series is focused on the best ways to accelerate the city's economic recovery:
Attracting Back Remote Workers (June 10)
All events will be moderated by Jessica Walker, the Chamber's President and CEO. Learn more at
nycindicators.com/event-series.
16June 19
Help Keep Murray Hill Clean—join us every third Saturday of the month!
Or adopt a block and tend to your block any time that’s convenient for you! It’s a Green &
Clean initiative with the Murray Hill Neighborhood Association. For more information about
our Adopt-a-Block program contact greenandclean@murrayhillnyc.org. The Murray Hill
Neighborhood Association Green & Clean Committee is also looking for volunteers to help
organize our campaigns and events.
June 27 1:30-3pm
Walking Tour of Historic Murray Hill
Walk around Historic Murray Hill with a knowledgeable guide and learn about its many
historic landmarks, including the Union League Club, The Morgan Library, the Polish
Consulate and others. The tour also features information about the well-known architects
who designed them and the famous people who once called this neighborhood home,
17including Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, J.P. Morgan and others. Find out how Mary Murray
distracted the British General Howe to allow the American army to escape during the
American Revolution. Tour guides will focus on the unique architectural qualities of the
buildings as well as the historic evolution of the neighborhood and its preservation as a
residential oasis in Midtown Manhattan. Your tour guide will be Laurie Sexton. $10 for
MHNA members/$20 for others. Please wear a mask and practice social distancing while on
this tour. Maximum of 8 people. Learn more and register for the tour.
through June
Baryshnikov Arts Center: Upcoming Online Presentations
Performances by Bijayini Satpathy, Justin Hicks, Mariana Valencia, Holland Andrews, Anne
Teresa de Keersmaeker / Rosas and more. Many are BAC Commissioned pieces specifically
made for the digital space. Learn more and register at bacnyc.org/performances/upcoming-
performances. BAC, 450 West 37th Street, 646-731-3200, bacnyc.org.
through June
New York Music Month Extended Play!
(free) Workshops and resources for musicians and music producers; learn about the music
industry. Calendar nymusicmonth.nyc/schedule. Resources nymusicmonth.nyc. If your
organization has music related programs or events during the months from January to June
182021 and would like to have them listed on the official New York Music Month Extended Play
2021 calendar, please fill out this form nymusicmonth.nyc/events/community/add.
August 15 (The Federal Government has extended the health marketplace open enrollment
deadline)
New York State’s health insurance marketplace open enrollment period
The New York State of Health Official Health Plan Marketplace: health insurance plans for
individuals, families and employers. With information for brokers and assistors. Learn more
at nystateofhealth.ny.gov. If you would like to consult with a trained representative at no
charge prior to selecting your health insurance plan, Navigator Sites are an excellent
resource. The following is the contact information for a local Navigator Site: Community
Service Society of New York, telephone 888-614-5400.
through August 31
Applications for the Excelsior Scholarship for the 2021-22 academic school
year are now open
The Excelsior Scholarship, in combination with other aid programs, allows eligible full-time students
to attend a SUNY or CUNY two-year or four-year college tuition-free. To be eligible for an Excelsior
Scholarship for the 2021-22 academic year, household federal adjusted gross income can total up to
$125,000. Student must also meet the following eligibility requirements: plan to attend a SUNY or
CUNY two or four-year college, complete 30 credits per year towards their program of study
(including Summer and Winter terms), be on track to graduate on time with an Associate's Degree in
two years or a Bachelor's Degree in four years, recipients must also plan to live in New York State for
the length of time they received the award. The 2021-22 Excelsior Scholarship application is open to
first-time students entering college in the Fall 2021 and current college students who have never
received the Excelsior Scholarship. Current Excelsior Scholarship recipients should not complete this
application. Apply at
webapps.hesc.ny.gov/questionnaire/page.hesc?questionnaireId=58&versionNumber=4. Students
eligible for the Excelsior Scholarship under the Senator José Peralta New York State DREAM Act can
apply at nysdream.applyists.net/Account/LogOn?ReturnUrl=%2f.
19Recurring events
Free Vision Screenings: University Eye Center
Screenings are by appointment only. All ages welcome. Infants under 18 months can have a
complete eye exam done for free instead of a screening. Phone 212-938-4001 Monday -
Friday (9am - 5pm) and Saturday (8:30am - 4:30pm). Location: University Eye Center, SUNY
College of Optometry, 33 W. 42nd Street. Every month they offer free vision screenings. Call
888-601-8811 for more information or visit universityeycenter.org to learn more. See the full
calendar at https://sunyopt.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/UEC_Calendar_2021_NB.pdf.
Tuesdays 2pm
Webinars presented by Manhattan Chamber of Commerce: Covid-related
updates for small business owners
FREE. Experts will answer your questions on topics such as new government instructions or
resources that are available. (weekly until further notice).
Register manhattancc.org/common/Events/event_info.cfm?QID=29815&ClientID=11099&Th
isPage=eventinfo.
20Tuesdays
Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright housing legal clinic
Hosted remotely by telephone. If you need advice on housing issues, call 212-288-4607 or
email their office at SeawrightR@NYAssembly.gov to reserve a spot.
(second Tuesday of each month) 4-6pm
NYC Council Speaker Corey Johnson's Virtual Housing Clinic
By appointment only. Housing attorneys will be available to speak with you about legal
housing issues you have. RSVP for the Housing Clinic
at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe3qy5LrnKZKXrZN1HN824H0NYB2Ny6GFAp4b2P
kqOkdGdL-w/viewform
First Monday of each month (except holidays) 1 - 3:30pm
Manhattan VA Hospital Military Mondays Free Legal Clinic
The attorneys are available by appointment and to walk-in clients on Military Mondays: the
first Monday of every month (except holidays) at VA’s Manhattan Campus. Valuable legal
services are being offered free of charge by high status NYC legal firms to Veterans at, or
below poverty level. Pro bono legal services can help Veterans with legal programs relating
to social security benefits, housing concerns and child support issues. In cases of
immediate need or to make appointments, they recommended calling 917-661-4500 which
acts both as an appointment line and a hotline to refer clients to the appropriate avenue for
relief. 423 East 23rd Street, 1st Floor Atrium.
Ongoing
Webinars for businesses: Guidelines for Reopening Businesses in NYC
The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) is hosting several webinars to offer
information and resources as businesses reopen. Learn about State requirements for
reopening, recommendations and best practices, employee support, compliance and
enforcement, resources available to help your business. Schedule of upcoming webinars
(register here) eventbrite.com/o/nyc-department-of-small-business-services-5423713077.
Neighborhood events
21IMPORTANT NOTE. Due to the pandemic, large in-person indoor events are suspended
until further notice. Some events will be virtual or may take place with modifications. Many
museums are opening with advance ticketing, timed entry and reduced capacity. Check their
websites for details.
Mondays 11am-12pm
Spanish/English Story Hour for Little Ones
Free. With Esther Rosado & Sandy Brooks. Interactive storytelling, movement and music in
English & Spanish for children ages 1.5 - 4 years old. Build early language skills. For
information contact Jill Novenski 212-683-4988 X 117 or jnovenski@ccny.org. ccny.org.
at The Community Church of NY
40 East 35th Street (RE Classrooms)
The New York Design Center at 200 Lex
Hosts virtual events: tours, discussions, online social events, courses, and more.
200 Lexington Avenue, 212-679-9500, nydc.com. See their schedule at nydc.com/events.
22AKC Museum of the Dog
museumofthedog.org, 212-696-8360. The Museum of the Dog has one of the finest
collections of canine-related art. The special exhibits and permanent collection combine fine
arts with cutting edge technology and interpretation. The Museum of the Dog provides
unique and engaging experiences for visitors of all ages. Many programs are free with the
price of admission. Check their website calendar for events. Tuesday through Sunday
10am to 5pm.
at AKC Museum of the Dog. Online activities for children at museumofthedog.org/events-
and-education/childrens-programs. Online shopping museumofthedog.org/shop
101 Park Avenue (entrance on 40th Street)
Mondays 7pm
Big Apple Chorus open rehearsals (for men and women)
Free and open to the public. If you can carry a basic tune you can join New York City's
longest running non-classical men's (and now women's) a cappella singing group, a diverse
group of all ages and backgrounds. Open rehearsals are held almost every Monday at 111
East 33rd Street (between Park & Lexington Avenues) in the Norman Thomas High School
auditorium, but call or email first to confirm schedules and holidays. No reservation
necessary. For more information visit bigapplechorus.org. Telephone: 646-535-2191.
at the Noman Thomas H.S. Auditorium
111 East 33 Street, 2nd Floor
23Henry George School of Social Science
Free classes, open to the public. Single classes and 8-course certificate programs:
Principals of Political Economy. Economic Science . Money, Credit & Banking . Land Value
Capture: Theory and Practice . The New Economics of the Business Cycle . Free Trade and
Globalization . History of Economic Thought, and more. Students can take courses or single
classes. For information email education@hgsss.org or call 212-889-8020. Learn more
about the courses and register at hgsss.org.
at Henry George School of Social Science
149 East 38th Street (between Lexington & 3rd Avenue)
The Morgan Library & Museum Calendar
The Morgan Library & Museum, 225 Madison Avenue at 36th Street. MHNA members can
book tickets for The Morgan's public programs (concerts, talks, films, etc.) at The Morgan's
member price. This applies to all single events (except for the Orchestra of St. Luke's
concerts). Tap "Member" when ordering online themorgan.org/programs, or if you are
ordering by phone mention that you are a MHNA member. Call Visitor Services at 212-685-
0008 for phone orders.
MTA Mobile Buses and Vans
new.mta.info/fares/metrocard-buses-and-vans
24Community Meetings
Community Board 6 website cbsix.org. Community Board meetings are open to the public,
and you can express your views and concerns about various neighborhood issues.
Community Board 5 website cb5.org/cb5m.
NY City Council Hearings
Hearings Calendar legistar.council.nyc.gov/Calendar.aspx
This week's hearings council.nyc.gov/#hearings
If you want to attend or testify at a hearing, register at council.nyc.gov/testify
View hearings council.nyc.gov/livestream
17th Precinct NYPD Community Council meeting is held on the last Tuesday of every Month
at 6:30pm at the Sutton Place Synagogue, 225 East 51st Street. Check their website for
details. Also look for their Build the Block (neighborhood policing) meetings.
The New York Public Library offers grab-and-go service at select locations as
part of their gradual reopening. Library cards are free, and enable you to take out books and
e-books, attend free classes and more. Apply for a card at nypl.org/library-card.
Grab & Go Service is now available at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Libraries (formerly
called Mid-Manhattan Library, 455 Fifth Ave. at 40th Street), a branch of the New York Public
Library and the Kips Bay Libray branch. How to use Grab & Go Service
nypl.org/blog/2020/07/08/nypl-grab-go-service, or call Ask NYPL at 917-275-6975 to place a
hold.
The New York Public Library's research centers will reopen for limited onsite access to the
computers and collections starting Monday, May 10, 2021.
25Tech kits for performing artists are now available through New York Public Library grab-and-
go locations. Learn about the kits, which include audio- and video-recording equipment, and
how to borrow one at nypl.org/research/lpa/tech-kits. Grab & Go Locations
nypl.org/locations/grab-and-go.
Online events and classes
Schwarzman Building
476 Fifth Avenue (42nd St and Fifth Ave)
Calendar (many events are family friendly) Check their calendar for workshops on
computers and popular software such as Excel and Word, book talks, programs for kids,
films, etc. Some of the Mid-Manhattan Branch programs and collections have been
relocated to the Schwarzman Building.
The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Libraries (formerly called the Mid-Manhattan
Library) partial reopening for Grab & Go Services, 455 Fifth Avenue (at 40th
Street). The Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL) has moved to the Stavros
Niarchos Foundation building and is now called the Thomas Yoseloff Business Center.
Some research materials have been relocated to the Schwarzman Building. Many free
events and workshops for small businesses, individuals and families.
Calendar
For individuals and families: The Financial Coaching Corps program supports the financial
stability of individuals and families in the community. One-on-one sessions with a financial
coach provide tools and skills for money management. Learn more and sign up for a free
session with a local counselor.
For seniors: They can also help with questions about Medicare nypl.org/moneymatters.
For businesses: Consultations: If you need help doing research for your business, or figuring
out what Library resources can help with your business projects, NYPL Librarians are
providing 30-minute video consultations that are free, confidential, and completely tailored
to your needs. Book your consultation at nypl.org/help/services/smallbiz/consultation. And
if you don't have a Library card or don't live in NYC, you can still make an appointment and
NYPL Librarians will help you with your research. Learn more. nypl.org/midtown. To share
feedback or ask questions, email midtown@nypl.org.
Kips Bay Library (Grab & Go service available)
446 Third Avenue
Calendar (many events are family friendly)
Grand Central Library
135 East 46th Street (between Lexington & 3rd Avenue)
Calendar (many events are family friendly)
26TechConnect Virtual Classes
The New York Public Library's TechConnect classes are now online. TechConnect helps people of all
ages develop their computer skills. Find classes on protecting your privacy online, shopping safely
on the web, navigating the basics of coding in HTML and CSS to build your own website, and more.
See schedule and register at nypl.org/events/calendar/online?topic=4261.
Calendar of Events in Bryant Park
Some in-person activities are being held. Check the Calendar for details.
Bryant Park Tours. Wednesdays 11am-12pm, bryantpark.org/programs/park-tours
Knowledgeable guides will share everything they know about the history of the park, how it
operates today, and a range of other topics. Registration is encouraged, as tours are limited
to 10 people. eventbrite.com/e/bryant-park-public-tours-registration-16061264675.
Bryant Park is located between 40th-42nd Street, and between 5th & 6th Avenue, behind the
Library.
CUNY Graduate Center Calendar
Music-in-Midtown Free and open to the public.
Free Public Events at The Gotham Center for New York History
GC Presents
CUNY Graduate Center
365 Fifth Avenue (between 34th and 35th Street)
Baruch College Performing Arts
Some events are free.
Lawrence N. Field Center for Entrepreneurship
(events & workshops relating to business) eship@baruch.cuny.edu
55 Lexington Avenue (at 25th Street) "The Tower", Suite 2-140
New York Small Business Development Center at Baruch College (NYSBDC)
provides small business owners and entrepreneurs in New York with confidential business
counseling, training, and business research at no cost. New York SBDC Business Training
nyssbdc.org/training/listtraining.aspx [Note: You can filter on Midtown Manhattan].
27Grand Central Terminal
Every day at 12:30pm (currently on pause)
Official Grand Central Terminal Tour
This 75-minute tour, led by Municipal Art Society docents, highlights the history, architecture
and operation of the world's largest train terminal.
MHNA members get the MAS member price
Cost: $30 adults / $20 MAS members, seniors and more (register online)
Meet at GCT's Main Concourse
Every Friday 12:30pm (suspended until further notice)
Walking Tour of the Grand Central Neighborhood
The Grand Central Partnership offers a no-reservations-required free walking tour that
provides a survey of many architecturally and historically significant sights around Grand
Central Terminal. For additional information visit grandcentralpartnership.nyc/things-to-
do/tours or contact info@gcpbid.org.
Meet in the street-level atrium
at 120 Park Avenue (southwest corner of East 42nd St and Park Avenue)
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