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Friday, March 13, 2015

Fwd: Upcoming Events & Programs for Families in Central Park

Central Park Conservancy

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Hello NAT, It's been a long, snowy winter, but signs of spring are abundant. There's no better time to get active and explore Central Park than now. Welcome spring by joining us for these Central Park Conservancy family events and activities. Click here to view full listing of spring events. See you in the Park! Andrea Buteau Director, Center for Urban Park Discovery Central Park Conservancy Institute for Urban Parks
Introducing Our Newest Program
	Woodlands Discovery Club for Families Explore Central Park's plants and wildlife through our new Discovery Club. This five-week program takes place on Saturday mornings in the North Woods. In each weekly two-hour session, families will learn together and connect with nature through hands-on science activities. Each child receives a Discovery Kit to keep. Activities are correlated to state and national learning standards. Space is limited. There are two upcoming sessions, currently open to families with children in grades 1–4: Session 1: April 18 – May 16 Session 2: May 30 – June 27 Members Perk: Members receive a $50 discount. Not a member? Join now to activate your discount.
Free Family Fun
	Discovery Walk for Families Sunday, March 22: 10:00 am – 11:30 am \| The Ramble Sunday, April 5: 10:00 am – 11:30 am \| The North Woods and Harlem Meer Sunday, April 19: 10:00 am – 11:30 am \| The 59th Street Pond and the Hallett Nature Sanctuary Bring your family on a Discovery Walk led by Conservancy educators and Discovery Guides. Families only; maximum of three children per parent/guardian. Ages 5+. Free. Space is limited; pre-registration required. >> Register now

	Keeping It Green for Families Every other Sunday, March 29 – June 21: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Spend quality time with your family helping keep Central Park green by spreading mulch or raking leaves. Led by Conservancy environmental educators, projects are located throughout the Park. Families only, maximum of three children per parent/guardian. Ages 5 +. Free. Space is limited; pre-registration required. >> Email discovery@centralparknyc.org to register This program is made possible by:

	Youth Basketball Clinic Every Saturday, April 4 – October 31 It's not just shooting hoops! This high-energy, interactive clinic provides youth with an opportunity to learn and enhance their skills in the game of basketball through small group instruction and competitive games. Ages 5 to 17. Free and open to players of all abilities. Ages 5-8 (coed): 10:00 am – 11:00 am Ages 9-14 (girls only): 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Ages 9-17 (coed): 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm >> For more information, please call 212.348.4867 Recreation programs are supported by the Metzger-Price Fund, Inc.
Save the Date
	Family Member Night Central Park Conservancy's annual Family Member Night at Victorian Gardens will take place on June 29, 2015. Enjoy free admission, unlimited rides, and complimentary refreshments in the Park's seasonal amusement park. Current Family Members will receive an invitation in the mail in the coming weeks. Not a Family Member? Join today and receive an invitation to this exclusive event popular with children and parents alike.

Thursday, March 12, 2015

Fwd: [SOA~2013] Approved: DR.Ben Update

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Subject:	[SOA~2013] Approved: DR.Ben Update
Date:	Wed, 11 Mar 2015 14:59:52 -0400
From:	nationalmwm nationalmwm@aol.com [SOA] <SOA-noreply@yahoogroups.com>

We just spoke, directly, with Dr James Small who is in the room with DR. BEN and Dr. Jeffries at the time of this posting ( March 11, 2015 2:45 PM EST).

He just reported that Dr. Ben is doing well. He is weak but his breathing and vital signs are all good..

Dr. Small said Dr. Ben is alert and that it does not seem that he will be leaving us, prayfully, any time soon:)

Dr. Ben cannot have visitors at this time but please feel free to send cards and good wishes to him at

Dr. Ben

Bay Park Nursing Home,

801 Co-Op City Blvd.

Bronx, New York 10475

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Monday, March 2, 2015

Fwd: Black History Month 2015 Recap

Black History Month 2015 Recap

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Dear Friend,

For us, every month is Black History Month. There's no beginning and no end. Still, we would like to share with you some of our February 2015 news and highlights.

Thank you!

Claude

Claude Johnson
Founder & Executive Director
The Black Fives Foundation
BlackFives.org

#blackfives #makehistorynow

(Banner: Images of NBA pioneer and Basketball Hall of Fame member Earl Lloyd as a player and in modern times, along with our brand iconography and motto.)

John "Boy Wonder" Isaacs Elected to Basketball HOF

Announced on Valentine's Day during the NBA All Star Weekend! Our friend, former â€ªNew York Rensâ€¬ and Washington Bears player John "Boy Wonder" Isaacs, was elected to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame! We are so proud and SO HAPPY for the Isaacs family as well as for ALL of his fans and those he touched over the many years! Mr. I made a real difference and it is tremendous that he is acknowledged now in this way! Congratulations John! Thanks must go to the many advocates and supporters who made the case for his enshrinement over the years. MORE

We Mourn the Loss of NBA Pioneer Earl Lloyd (1928-2015)

We are mourning the loss of basketball pioneer and Hall of Fame member Earl Lloyd, the first African American to play in the NBA, who passed away on February 26 at the age of 86. A year ago, we attended the unveiling of his statue at West Virginia State University, his alma mater. Bill Russell and Oscar Robertson were there, symbolizing the highest level of respect the basketball world held for Lloydâ€™s pioneering achievements and elder statesmanship. Our 2010 interview with Earl captures some of his life, wisdom, and humor. Please take a listen. MORE

WATCH: MSG Networks' Cool New Black Fives Era Public Service Announcement

MSG Network, the official broadcaster of the New York Knicks, introduced this really cool new Black History Month public service announcment at the beginning of the month. It honors the pioneering teams of the Black Fives Era and stars Darryl "DMC" McDaniels of Run DMC. Please take a look. WATCH

The Black Fives Foundation Teams with the Brooklyn Nets for Local School Programs

The Black Fives Foundation has teamed up with the Brooklyn Nets to conduct a series of Brooklyn-focused school educational presentations about the history of pioneering Black Fives Era teams and contributors. The initiative, announced on February 10, which is "Black Fives Day" for the City of New York, is part of Brooklyn Nets Assist, a commitment by the team toward giving back and bettering the lives of youth and adults in its surrounding communities. The history presentations will include graphic-panel displays that are a portable version of the our acclaimed museum exhibition. MORE

WATCH: A Historic Look at the Journey of African-American Basketball in NYC, Part 1

With the NBA All Star Weekend in New York City this year, local television station WPIX 11 produced One-on-One: A Historic Look at the Journey of African American Basketball in NYC, a film series that highlights the pioneering contributions of Black Fives Era teams and players who paved the way for today's superstars like Lebron, Kobe, and Carmelo. The segments, with WPIX 11 News reporter James Ford and producer Kim Pestalozzi, first aired during the week leading up to the NBA All Star festivities, which were in Brooklyn and Manhattan this year. They featured materials from our historical archive as well as a chance for me to be on-camera to share some facts. Thank you WPIX for this great opportunity! And thanks to our friend Mark Johnson for the nod. WATCH

Fox Sports Net Introduces Four New Black Fives Era Vignettes

As part of its ongoing "Original Pioneers" campaign, Fox Sports Net introduced four new television vignettes celebrating Black Fives Era pioneers Chris "Dutch" Huiswoud, Major Aloysius Hart, Clarence "Fats" Jenkins, and the Smart Set Athletic Club of Brooklyn. With these segments, directed by Loren Mendell and with the help of our research and historical materials, Fox Sports Net continues to break through with unprecedented exposure for this important history. Thank you FSN! The Smart Set piece is below. You could also check out the entire playlist here.