Our W1 students had the opportunity to explore the National Museum of the American Indian last weekend. Students were impressed with the large rotunda and took the time to read all the information about the history of the building. The gallery exhibitions offered them a great glimpse into the Native American experience. Thank you to our wonderful teacher Lynne, for organizing this trip!
Originally, St. Patrick’s Day began in Ireland as a Catholic holiday, but over the years it has grown into a festival of Irish culture. A week-long celebration of Irish music, theater, and visual arts takes place in many regions of Ireland. Family get-togethers are also important, as people sit down for a special meal. The feast of corned beef and cabbage, though, is an American tradition; in Ireland one is more likely to find bacon or a savory roast chicken on the table.
Although the St. Patrick’s Day Parade has become a part of celebrations in Ireland these days, it’s the result of an American influence, where the tradition was created by homesick Irish immigrants. More recently, St. Patrick’s Day has become a highly marketable and promoted event in Ireland, resulting in an attractive draw for tourists visiting the country.
The NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade dates back to March 17, 1762, when it was first organized by a group of homesick Irish immigrants and Irish military in the American colonies of NYC. Participants enjoyed the freedom to speak Irish, wear the color green- which was banned in Ireland at the time, sing native songs, and play the bagpipe.
These things gave powerful meaning to those people who fled their homeland.
Join in the fun! Come to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade!
The NYC Parade is held on March 17th and begins precisely at 11:00 AM. The Parade marches up Fifth Avenue beginning at East 44th Street and ending at East 79th.
Mae of the Chinese Progressive Association visited us again this year to teach our students about the three branches of government through a workshop series. She taught our 2A and 3A students last Monday and W2 and W3 students last Saturday. She will return to teach E2 and E3 students this Wednesday. Some pictures were taken to be shared with you on Saturday.
Who are they and what government branches are they working for? There was a little commotion among the students when they found out that judges and justices serve no fixed term. They kept saying, “Wow!” “For life?” “Is that good?”Taking pictures of the slide for reviewsTaking notesLooking for their own Representatives at house.gov using their phones
Today, tomorrow, and for the rest of March it’s time to show every woman in your life that you appreciate them! If you identify as a woman, it’s your time to cherish (1) the month!
Regardless of your borough, you can find an event to celebrate and learn about women during women’s history month! Check the links below for more information about the events happening in each borough!
Cherish – to hold dear : feel or show affection for
Celebrate Women’s History Month with Kenya from Manny Cantor and Lily from Essex Market . We will highlight three amazing women who fought for labor rights and make dishes inspired by them and the women in our lives.
Tentative Dishes to be cooked include
Salt Fish Stew
Coconut Steamed Rice
Stewed Callaloo
Sauteed Water Spinach with Shrimp Paste
This is a free event.
Ticket confirmation and cancellations: We will email final confirmations to ticket holders 72 hours prior to class. If you do not confirm within 24 hours we will offer your ticket to someone on the waiting list. If you are unable to make class and need to cancel please email us.
If tickets are sold out, please sign up for the waiting list.
THE COLORS OF FRIDA is a bilingual, one-woman show about the great Mexican painter Frida Kahlo (1907-1954), which combines storytelling, music, visual arts, puppets, and audience participation. Join us for a colorful, fun, educational program that everyone will enjoy. Presented by Teatro Society of the Educational Arts. Recommended especially for ages 3-10 but older people are welcome!
Join Grammy-nominated performer Araceli Poma for a music party celebrating important women from Peru! We will listen to the inspiring stories of women like Yma Sumac (one of the bestselling Latin American recording artists and the bestselling Peruvian artist in history) and Victoria Santa Cruz, considered “the mother of Afro-Peruvian dance and theater.” Plus, Araceli will bring her charango, traditional puppets, and many rhythms for you to enjoy. Through singing and dancing, we will celebrate powerful women who inspire girls around the world!
Computers 4 People donates computers and helps collect old tech to refurbish. Computers 4 People has grown to a leading organization tackling the digital divide in the New York City Metropolitan area. They partner with 100+ non-profits across NJ & NYC that nominate low-income individuals in need to apply for a computer. Learn more here.