Things to Do in Lower Manhattan

Things to do in Lower Manhattan

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Volunteer Opportunity Showcase with LMHQ and the Downtown Alliance

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Volunteer Opportunity Showcase with LMHQ and the Downtown Alliance

 

Have you ever been interested in volunteering but didn’t know the first steps to take? Join LMHQ and the Downtown Alliance on Wednesday, November 18 via Zoom, and participate in a special volunteer opportunity showcase. Participants will hear from five different city-based nonprofits that will dig into their unique missions, their progress, and what you can do to get involved. Following the presentation, participants will have the opportunity to attend a breakout session with the organization that most interests you. This is a great chance to educate yourself on some great organizations.

Date: Wednesday, November 18th

Time: 12pm

Cost: Free

RSVP: Please visit the Eventbrite website to register for the event HERE.

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The Salvation Army Angel Tree holiday program in Lower Manhattan – Sponsor a Child or Senior this holiday season!

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The Salvation Army Angel Tree holiday program in Lower Manhattan - Sponsor a Child or Senior this holiday season!

 

Join FiDi Families in supporting Angel Tree and give back to families in need with the Angel Tree Toy Drive!

The Salvation Army Angel Tree holiday program provides new clothing and toys for local children in need. Specifically, the Downtown Angel Tree supports the 14th Street Salvation Army location, which serves children and families from 23rd Street to South Ferry. After a child has been registered as an Angel, The Salvation Army makes a promise to provide Christmas for them by fulfilling three items from their wish list.

New this year is the option to sponsor a senior.

Once you contact the volunteers at Angel Tree, you will be assigned a child, along with their wish list. Please adhere to this list as these may be the only gifts the Angel children receive this year. We want every child to have what they’re hoping for on Christmas morning so if for any reason you cannot complete their entire request, please let us know. If you want to send extra new toys or clothes please feel free, as there is no shortage of need.

Last year Angel Tree supported over 1000 children; we are the #1 contributor of Christmas list sponsorships at the 14th Street Salvation Army.

The Angel Tree process is as follows: you request a child or senior citizen and you will receive their wish list, which can include anything from Legos and dolls to winter coats and gloves. It runs the gamut, but no single gift is extravagant, and in almost all cases, these are the only gifts they will receive this year.

On average, the cost of sponsoring someone’s wish list is approximately $100. Any gifts above and beyond the wish list are greatly appreciated, but not expected.

All gifts are due by Sunday, December 15 at 15 Broad Street!

To learn more and to join this great cause, please send an email to 15BroadAngelTree@gmail.com 

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Peppa Pig’s Muddy Puddles Birthday Parties at The Little Gym

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Tired of the same ‘ole birthday party? Be the hostess with the most-est that your kids and their friends will enjoy! Be one of the first to have a party with Peppa Pig at The Little Gym, which includes everything needed for a memory-filled day while sparing parents the time-consuming hassles and pressure-filled process of planning a party. And the best part? A portion of the proceeds benefit Peppa’s Charity: Muddy Puddles Project, for pediatric cancer research.  
 
Entertainment One’s Peppa Pig joins The Little Gym to bring you the best birthday party for your little one! In this season of giving, a birthday party with Peppa teaches little ones to use their birthdays as a vehicle to donate to others. Guests may donate to The Muddy Puddles Project in lieu of or in addition to a gift for the birthday child.  What better way to introduce and reinforce “giving to others” to your children! For more information, contact your local Little Gym for details here.
 
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Sage Fitness: Workout for PUERTO RICO

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Sage Fitness: Workout for PUERTO RICO

New Yorkers and all downtowners are invited to join the team from Sage Fitness to raise money for the people of Puerto Rico. All levels of yogis are invited to workout at the Sage Fitness studio, to help support our friends and family in Puerto Rico in the wake of the devastation caused by Hurricane Maria and Hurricane Irma. 

Sage Fitness has partnered with Common Sense CPR founders Goeff Gohacki and Vanessa Anton to help raise funds for supplies for Puerto Rico. They are focusing on bringing diapers, portable solar chargers, and water filtration, although the list may include other items.  They plan to visit and drop off supplies, monthly. Their first trip to Puerto Rico is October 9th. 

Date: Monday October 2nd

Time(s): 6 pm – 6:45pm OR 7 pm – 7:45pm

Location: 139 Fulton Street, #809

FiDi Families Insiders: Pilates Mat & Indian Club Swinging in each class.

RSVP: Please email info@sagefitness.com to reserve your spot as space is limited.

Cost: Pay as you wish. Suggested donation $40 per class.

Please Note: 100% of the proceeds will go to purchase supplies for Puerto Rico, being transported by Common Sense CPR.

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Charity Event at the Gaga Center

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Charity Event at the Gaga Center

 

We hope to see all of our FiDi Families at this special charity event even if it is out of the hood! During this event kids will have fun running around playing the game of gaga and all money will benefit the Ronald McDonald House of NYC. 

What is gaga? Gaga is a fast paced, high energy sport played in an octagonal pit. The more players the better! Somewhat like dodgeball, the game is played with a soft foam ball, and combines the skills of dodging, striking, running, and jumping, while trying to hit opponents with a ball below the knees. Players need to keep moving to avoid getting hit by the ball. Fun and easy, everyone gets a serious workout.

Date: Saturday, April 8th [Read more…] about Charity Event at the Gaga Center

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