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New Exhibit at Richard Beavers Gallery Opens, Proclaims 'God is Trans'

New Exhibit at Richard Beavers Gallery Opens, Proclaims 'God is Trans'

GOD IS TRANS is an art exhibit that asks the viewer to see God as a spirit that occupies both genders and everything in between
City Launches Special Task Force to Combat Youth Homelessness

City Launches Special Task Force to Combat Youth Homelessness

A council of experts will coordinate a six-month community process to develop a strategic plan for preventing and ending youth homelessness Photo credit: CityNews NYC's Health and Human Services launched yesterday the first-ever Youth Homelessness Ta
This New Crown Heights Gathering Spot Serves Healthy, Haitian Treats

This New Crown Heights Gathering Spot Serves Healthy, Haitian Treats

Lakou Cafe, named after the Haitian courtyard where the community gathers, specializes in crepes and patties and features an eclectic selection of housemade smoothies, juices and kava cocktails.
Rep. Clarke Joins Healthfirst for Annual Health Expo in Brownsville

Rep. Clarke Joins Healthfirst for Annual Health Expo in Brownsville

Healthfirst's annual Health & Wellness Expo returns to Brownsville with free health screenings and wellness services to increase awareness around pressing health matters affecting the local community. Congresswoman Yvette D.
This Interactive Lit(erary) Art Exhibit Wants to Change Your Relationship with Words

This Interactive Lit(erary) Art Exhibit Wants to Change Your Relationship with Words

The Lit Art Exhibit is an interactive experience that explores the relationship between words and images, and the connection between readers and words. The Lit Art Exhibit merges literature with art as well as interactive multi-media installations.
Video Installation at FiveMyles Gallery Channels the Pain and Love of the Haitian LGBTQ Community

Video Installation at FiveMyles Gallery Channels the Pain and Love of the Haitian LGBTQ Community

The mix-media video projection by Maksaens Denis presents a counterpoint to the negativity often directed at members of the LGBTQ community, focusing on love instead.

City's New $89B Budget Includes Discounted MetroCards, 3-K for All, Supportive Housing

The Fair Fares program aims to provide half-price transit fares to about 800,000 New Yorkers living under the federal poverty line and is set to launch in early 2019.
Not a Fan of Color-Conscious Casting? Get Used to It

Not a Fan of Color-Conscious Casting? Get Used to It

Hold onto your seats, white folks: Statistics indicate that by the year 2040, the white race will no longer hold the majority position in the United States. The goal realized. Photo credit: Bahaiteachings.
Donors Needed! Regional Local Blood Center Declares Emergency in NYC

Donors Needed! Regional Local Blood Center Declares Emergency in NYC

Currently, blood reserves are below the minimum of a seven-day inventory in local hospitals, according to New York Blood Center.
Bed-Stuy's Noel Pointer Foundation Readies for Summer Strings Program, Hosts Open House

Bed-Stuy's Noel Pointer Foundation Readies for Summer Strings Program, Hosts Open House

For over 20 years, the Noel Pointer Foundation has offered citywide string music instruction year-round, coupled with special programs and activities in the summer. Photo courtesy Noel Pointer Foundation.