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Recycle-A-Bicycle Annual Benefit

30 Nov
2011

On December 5th, you can become a member of the Recycle-A-Bicycle just by attending their annual benefit. If this sounds like a good idea to you, that’s probably because it is; why not meet and greet with fellow bike-lovers while you gain member status? Here’s the lowdown from the Recycle-A-Bicycle Website:

“We are thrilled to launch membership at Recycle-A-Bicycle! With your support, we can continue to grow our youth education programs in exciting and meaningful ways. Thank you for your contribution! Purchase a ticket to our upcoming benefit and you will automatically receive a membership to RAB.

WHEN: Monday December 5 from 6:30-9:30PM
WHERE: Housing Works 126 Crosby Street in NYC MAP

To purchase a ticket to Recycle-A-Bicycle’s benefit, simply make a donation in one of the following amounts through Network for Good. Be sure to include your name, mailing address, and email address in the contact form and we will add you to guest list.

Friend – 25
15% discount on tune-ups (=$60/tune-up)
5% discount on all new accessories
Steward – 50
RAB Bike Bell
15% discount on tune-ups
5% discount on all new accessories
Membership supports an Earn-A-Bike 
Ally – 100
RAB Tote
15% discount on tune-ups 
5% discount on all new accessories
Membership supports a Kids Ride Club bike ride
Advocate – 500
RAB Light Set
15% discount on tune-ups
5% discount on all new accessories
Membership supports a Youth Ambassador
Ambassador – 1000
RAB Hoodie
15% discount on tune-ups 
5% discount on all new accessories
Membership supports a Bike Bonanza
They will also be honoring David Garza, Executive Director of Henry Street Settlement and Charlie McCorkell, Owner of Bicycle Habitat, on the night of the 5th. Be sure to RSVP by making a donation to the organization through Network for Good!

Recycle-A-Bicycle (RAB) is a community-based bike shop and 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that facilitates job training and environmental education. Through innovative programs such as Earn-A-Bike, Green Jobs Training Programs, High School Internships, Recycled Arts Workshops, Summer Youth Employment Program, and Kids Ride Club, RAB is dedicated to the health, development, stewardship, and empowerment of NYC youth.

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Give Food, Get Food!

13 Nov
2011

[Via Eater] From November 13 – 20, between the hours of 7 AM and 11:30 PM, Nolitan Hotel restaurant Ellabess will collect canned and frozen vegetables, turkeys, potatoes, instant mashed potatoes, pies, and individually wrapped snacks for the Bowery Mission. In exchange for donations, guests will receive a voucher for a complimentary snack or appetizer at the restaurant.

Ellabess is located at the Nolitan Hotel on Elizabeth Street.

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ioby’s Second Annual Benefit in Our Backyards

31 Oct
2011

It’s time for ioby’s second Annual Benefit in Our Backyards- have you bought your tickets yet? Taking place this Thursday, November 3rd, the lineup looks like it may top last years event, with passed hors d’oeuvres coming from Rawstar in Prospect Heights and Fette Sau in Williamsburg, coupled with tasty beverages provided by Kings Country Distillery, Wolffer Estate Vineyard, and of course, Brooklyn Brewery, the largest sponsor and location of this amazing benefit.

If that weren’t enough, you’re also guaranteed to leave with some amazing swag. Custom ioby glasses will be given to all guests, along with the potential to win some one-of-a-kind auction items: gift certificates to restaurants like Franny’s, Jimmy’s No. 43, Bubby’s, VNYL. Cake decorating and cheese making classes, kayak tours, SCUBA diving certification classes and boat rides galore. And of course, the people behind ioby always have a few surprises up their sleeves, so don’t have any regrets about missing the party – purchase your tickets today!

I also want to mention this year’s “Heroes In Our Backyards” honorees:

Bk Farmyards
Velo City
Sustainable Flatbush
The Community Association of Tompkinsville Park Promoting Arts and Fun (CATPAF)
Dred Scott Bird Sanctuary
Jackson Heights Green Alliance
Prospect Farm
Astoria Park Alliance

Congratulations to all of the recipients, and I’ll see you on Thursday!

 

If you’re attending, be sure to use the hashtag #iobybenefit while you’re there to tweet the epicness going on, and tweet me at @GiveAndGetNYC so we can meet in person!

Planting Events with NYRP

23 Sep

Another great volunteer opportunity with the New York Restoration Project is right around the corner. If you’ve got a green thumb, these projects have your name on them!

Join the New York Restoration Project, American Express and MillionTreesNYC on Saturday, October 1, 2011 at Co-Op City in the Bronx as they plant hundreds of new trees. Lunch, tree planting equipment and a free t-shirt will be provided, courtesy of American Express.
   DETAILS: 
   The Co-op City Greenway Stage
   Registration begins at 9AM
   For more information, please visit the MillionTreesNYC website.

Towards the end of October, there will be three more Reforestation Days with MillionTreesNYC and the NYRP; October 22nd, 23rd, and 26th. I will be sending out a reminder, but you can register now and ensure your spot by visiting the Reforestation sign-up page. Beautification locations for those dates include Van Cortlandt Park, Pelham Bay Park, Bronx  River Shoelace Park, Marine Park, and more, across the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island.

To stay up-to-date with upcoming volunteer projects, please visit the Give and Get NYC Events Calendar!

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Night Out for VT: Tonight, September 13th!

13 Sep

I just received a last minute notice about this incredibly important fundraiser happening tonight. In the aftermath of Irene, Vermont continues to rebuild what is left of their communities. Please see below for information, and head to Sidebar at 7pm tonight to make your contribution, 100% of which will go directly toward local aid via the Disaster Relief Fund set up by The Stratton Foundation.

“Though many are aware that Hurricane Irene hit Vermont with force, few have seen or can imagine the actual damage done.  In southern VT, the area surrounding Stratton Mountain, Irene caused rivers to rage.  Flash flooding pulled homes from their foundations, destroyed bridges and roads, and in some areas left entire communities in shambles.  While power has mostly been restored, and roadwork begins, the communities affected will need far more assistance to rebuild.   As we’ve seen with Katrina, what the government can do is never enough.  

In an effort to support local communities and aid the restoration process, the Stratton Foundation has established the Disaster Relief Fund, where 100% of the proceeds will go directly toward local aid for restoration of communities and families affected by Hurricane Irene.  

Please come join your fellow New Yorkers who care about the Southern Vermont community, for a night out to benefit the Disaster Relief Fund.”

When:  Tuesday, September 13th at 7 P.M. 

Where: SideBar (120 East 15th Street )

  • Minimum donation of $50 at the door, though additional contributions are certainly welcome
  • Open bar and food served from 7-9 P.M.
  •   Post 9 P.M  cash bar will begin, where 10% of proceeds will be contributed to Disaster Relief Fund
  • Raffle tickets for items including Ski and Stay packages at Stratton and Whistler Blackcomb, a Cooper single speed bike, and others will be sold throughout the evening

*If you cannot join us on Tuesday, please visit www.strattonfoundation.org to make an online donation* 

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