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Improve Your Reading and Writing Skills for College

In need of a refresher Reading and Writing course before applying to college? Want to improve your English skills? Free Online College Prep and ESOL courses available! Join an Info Session: https://forms.office.com/r/iW5q9cDkpq January assessment sessions begin on 1/12/26. Spring 2026 Online Courses: College Preparation: English Reading and Writing Course2/9-5/18: Mon/Wed, 5:30pm-8:00pm Tutoring servicesCareer explorationCUNY pre-admission […]

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Sanitation Collection Changes for Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25, 2025

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The New York City Department of Sanitation announced that in observance of Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25, 2025, there will be NO trash, curbside composting nor recycling collection on the holiday. Residents should expect collection delays, as is common after holidays. Your patience is appreciated while DSNY works to collect the backlog of material. For

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Holiday Toy Drive

Come together and support CD 45’s annual toy drive to ensure that families facing hardship can still experience the joy and warmth of the holidays. Your contribution can help brighten a child’s season and strengthen the spirit of generosity that defines the district. If you are able to donate, please contact Council Member Louis’ office

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2026 HOPE Night Is January 27 – Volunteers Needed!

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The Homeless Outreach Population Estimate (HOPE) is an annual survey conducted during the last 10 days in January to estimate the number of people experiencing unsheltered homelessness in New York City. The HOPE count provides critical data that helps shape how the City directs resources to address homelessness. The 2026 HOPE  survey will be conducted

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Apply for 2025-2026 HEAP Heating Assistance

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Starting December 1, 2025, New Yorkers can begin applying for heating assistance through the 2025-2026 Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) to help defray the cost of heating their homes during the winter. HEAP pays for fuel, utilities, and heating and cooling equipment repairs or replacement. Payments go directly to your utility company or energy provider.

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Bluebelt Anti-flooding Efforts in Prospect Park

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Mayor Adams, the Prospect Park Alliance, the Department of Environmental Protection, and the Department of Parks & Recreation have announced a $68 million dollar investment in Prospect Park to improve resilience and address flooding. This investment will transform Prospect Park into Brooklyn’s first Bluebelt. Improvements to the park’s landscaping and infrastructure will better facilitate the

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Free In-Person Business Counseling in Flatbush

Free one-on-one business advisory sessions through a partnership with Assemblymember Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn and the Pace University Small Business Development Center. Sessions take place every fourth Thursday by appointment at the Assemblymember’s District Office and can help with financing, marketing and sales strategies, government procurement and certification programs, and business planning.

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Hurricane Melissa Relief Drive

Jamica – Haiti – Cuba ITEMS NEEDED DONATION SITES:COUNCIL DISTRICT 45 OFFICE1434 Flatbush AvenueMonday – Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM BROOKLYN COMMUNITY BOARD 174112 Farragut RoadMonday – Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 42 OFFICE1312 Flatbush AvenueMonday – Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM COUNCIL DISTRICT 42 OFFICE1199 Elton

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