Monthly Archives: February 2010

Swipe to Save a Life

Posted on February 4, 2010 by The Changeling

[ February 5, 2010; 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. February 6, 2010; 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. ]
There’s a bone marrow registry event happening tomorrow and Saturday at Restoration Plaza in the hopes of finding a bone marrow match for Brooklyn native Jennifer Jones Austin who is suffering from leukemia. Joining the registry is quick and easy, and in the end you might help save a life. [Click image above to [...]

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Lonely Planet Takes the A Train

Posted on February 2, 2010 by Alexa11221

“76-Second Travel Show” does Bed-Stuy!

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February Events at Our Neighborhood’s Public Libraries

Posted on February 2, 2010 by The Changeling

All programs are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Please be advised that programs are subject to change, therefore we suggest calling ahead.
FOR ADULTS
African-Atlantic Genealogical Society Workshops
Trace your family tree with help from the newly chartered African-Atlantic Genealogical Society.
Saturday, Feb 27, 1 PM
Macon Library, 361 Lewis Avenue, 718.573.5606
Knitting Circle
Work on current or [...]

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Links for Boys and Girls High School Alumni

Posted on February 1, 2010 by The Changeling

Did you graduate from Boys and Girls High School? If so, there are several websites where you can connect with fellow alumni and find out about upcoming reunion events:
Boys and Girls High School Alumni Facebook Page
Boys and Girls High School Alumni Network Page
2010 Boys and Girls High School ’70s and ’80s Reunion Page

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Silent Choices Screening at Macon Library

Posted on January 27, 2010 by The Changeling

[ February 2, 2010; 6:00 pm; ]

Come celebrate the kickoff of Black History Month with a viewing of “Silent Choices” and meet the film director and producer Faith Pennick.

From the flyer:
Silent Choices is a documentary about abortion and its impact on the lives of African American women. From African Americans’ cautious involvement with Margaret Sanger during the early birth control [...]

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