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November 8
10:00am
New York City's Riverside Park
475 Riverside Drive and 120th Street
New York, NY
Come participate in the First Annual PurpleStride Manhattan Walk on Sunday, November 8, 2009! PurpleStride is sponsored by The Manhattan Affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and The Pancreas Center at Columbia University Medical Center/New York-Presbyterian Hospital to raise funds for pancreatic cancer research. The stride will take place at New York City's scenic Riverside Park, where participants will have the option to walk a one, two, or three mile route. The event is open to families, and will have featured activities that include face painting, animal balloons for children, beverages and light, healthy snacks. The day will also feature speeches by world renowned surgeon and chief, Division of GI/Endocrine Surgery at NY-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center Dr. John Chabot; and Sue Mirza, co-founder of the Muzzi Mirza Pancreatic Cancer Prevention & Genetics Program at The Pancreas Center, and Ralph Cheney, a 4 year pancreatic cancer survivor. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a national organization creating hope in a comprehensive way through research, patient support, community outreach and advocacy for a cure. For those who would like to partake in "PurpleStride" may register online at www.pancan.org/manhattan or can register the day of the walk at 8:30am. For more information, visit www.pancan.org/manhattan.
November 1
3:00pm
Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church
921 Madison Avenue at 73rd Street
New York, NY
Dame Emma Kirkby has been at the forefront of the early music movement for the past few decades and continues to excite audiences from around the world. Most admired for bright and clear voice on Sunday, November 3, Kirkby is joined by Jakob Lindberg and his 420 year old Renaissance lute for the "Orpheus in England" program. This program explores England's Baroque music by John Dowland and Henry Purcell in celebration of the 350th anniversary of the birth of Purcell. Tickets are $20 for general seating and $40 for preferred. For more ticket information please call 212-288-8920
November 1
11:00am
Suffolk County Farm in Yaphank
350 Yaphank Ave,
Yaphank, NY
The Cornell Cooperative Extension's annual Pumpkin Fling has been rescheduled due to inclement weather. Join observers and participate this Sunday, November 1 at 11:00am at the Suffolk County Farm in Yaphank for some fun filled events. Events include but are not limited to pumpkin tossing using catapults, trebuchets and other devises. Contestants will be judged on distance, accuracy and the most creative design. This event is free for all ages. For more information, visit www.ccesuffolk.org
November 1
9:00am Registration
10:00am Start Time
Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Queens, NY
It is estimated that a person dies by suicide every 16 minutes, with an attempt made every minute and over 33,000 people die each year in the United States to suicide. In order to stop these numbers from rising The Out of the Darkness Community walk ( a 3-5 mile fundraising way to benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention) will take place on November 1st 2009. Funds that are raised from the NYC Community walks will go towards the local NYC depression and suicide educational programs supporting programs for those who have lost someone to suicide while promote research needed to help those who suffer from major depression mental illnesses and mood disorders. For more information, please visit http://afsp.donordrive.com/evetn/queens
November 1
November 1st all day event
Reporter Hazel Sanchez will be honored at the 6th Filipina Leadership Summit, as one of the 100 Most Influential Filipina Women in the U.S. Her acknowledgement will come during the Gala Awards portion of the summit on November 1st at the Claremont Hotel in Berkeley, California. Sanchez is being recognized for her outstanding achievements as a Filipina woman and as a successful career person. Her accomplishments during her career include earning a Midwest Emmy award, a CINE Golden Eagle award, and an award from the Wisconsin Broadcast Association. In addition to her numerous awards she has been actively involved in writing, reporting and being an anchor for newscasts, as well as has hosted several award-winning documentaries. Sanchez is currently part of the CBS 2 news team, and has been a general assignment reporter for the station for the past nine years. The Filipina Leadership Summit offers the opportunity for Filipina professionals to gather together and discuss the latest developments for multicultural professionals in the U.S. workplace, so they may make connections to advance their careers. The Recognition Awards Gala will be an evening with dinner, cocktails, a notable guest speaker, and special honorees. This November will mark the 6th anniversary of the Filipina Leadership Summit, which has been sponsored each year by the Filipina Women's Network. The Filipina Women's Network is dedicated to being the premier center for Filipina women to learn, develop leadership, and create professional development. The organization demonstrates their values through their partnerships, innovations, integrity, openness, and respect. For more information, visit www.ffwn.org/.
October 24- November 1
Saturday, October 24th, 2009 to Sunday, November 1st, 2009
10:00am-5:00pm
Atlantis Marine World
431 East Main Street
Riverhead, NY
For the month of October children of all ages are welcome to visit Poseidon's Pumpkin Hay Patch at the Atlantis Marine World. During the two weeks in October the Aquarium transforms itself into a Halloween spectacular for its annual Halloween celebration. Children who attend the event will have the chance to search for their own special pumpkin, and will be able to paint and decorate it. Visitors will also have the opportunity to journey amongst the scary sharks and slimy eels, and then discover other fun activities including crafts, scavenger hunts, and interactive story times. The aquarium will also open up its science exhibit which contains real animal dissections. Children with costumes will receive 50% off their admission price when accompanied by a parent. Prizes will be allotted to Halloween goers with the best marine-themed costume. For more information, visit www.atlantismarineworld.com/.
October 8- November 22
The Lion Brand Yarn Studio
34 W. 15th Street
New York, NY
The Lion Brand Yarn Studio is hosting a charity drive this fall to collect hand made knit scarves and hats for Partnership for the Homeless. The studio will have a live knitter in their window during the month and a half long event, and all products made during this time will be donated to Partnership for the Homeless. The studio is also accepting donations from anyone that would like to support the charity. The Lion Brand Yarn Studio considers philanthropies to be a top priority, which is why they have decided to give back to the homeless community in New York. Partnership for the Homeless is a nonprofit organization that provides help and services to homeless families, seniors and individuals at risk for HIV/AIDS. The organization will be hosting a winter holiday part where many of the scarves from charity drive will be passed out. For more information, visit www.lionbrandyarnstudio.com/.
