ATTENTION: Stars of NY Dance; 12/18; 7PM; LIU

For tickets, visit kumbletheater.org at (718) 488-1624.

CM JAMES AND ELECTED OFFICIALS JOIN YOUNG ROCK SOCCER ACADEMY TO PROMOTE HEALTH & WELLNESS

**Media Advisory**

It’s Parents vs. Kids at Annual Soccer Challenge!
CM JAMES AND ELECTED OFFICIALS JOIN YOUNG ROCK SOCCER ACADEMY & LOCAL COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS TEAM UP TO PROMOTE HEALTH & WELLNESS

(Brooklyn, NY) December 13, 2012 – Young Rock Soccer Academy and several Brooklyn organizations will announce a boost to their active, healthy living programming on Saturday, December 15th at Long Island University’s Brooklyn Campus in conjunction with the Coca-Cola Foundation’s active, healthy living grant initiative.

Young Rock Soccer parents and youth will challenge each other to a game of soccer on Saturday morning at Schwartz Gym at LIU’s Brooklyn Campus. The event will kick off with brief remarks by Borough President Marty Markowitz and New York City Council Members, Letitia “Tish” James and Diana Reyna.

The grant donation to Young Rock Soccer Academy will provide soccer lessons for kids ages 4 through 16, and continue programming that aims to develop discipline, character and achievement for local area youth.

The following organizations are also grant recipients and will participate in the event: Body Sculpt, Coalition for Hispanic Family Services, El Puente, Seeds in the Middle, and Woodhull Kids Ride Club. 

The Coca-Cola Foundation is the philanthropic arm of The Coca-Cola Company. The grant is part of the Company’s initiative to aid local organizations in their quest to promote health and wellness, advance education, and spark environmental stewardship.

WHO: Magnus Mukoro, Co-Director, Young Rock Soccer Academy
Diana Reyna, New York City Council Member (District 34)
Letitia “Tish” James, New York City Council Member (District 35)
Donna Cirolia, VP, Public Affairs, Coca-Cola Refreshments
Representatives from Body Sculpt, Coalition for Hispanic Family Services,
El Puente, Seeds in the Middle, and Woodhull Kids Ride Club.

WHAT: Young Soccer Academy Annual Parent vs. Children Soccer Game

WHEN: Saturday, December 15, 2012, 10 am-12 pm Remarks – 10:15 am, Soccer game to follow WHERE: Long Island University – Schwartz Gymnasium
1 University Plaza (corner of DeKalb and Flatbush Avenues)

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ATTENTION: SUNY BEOC College Fair

The SUNY Brooklyn Educational Opportunity Center is hosting their annual College Fair for students and the residents of Brooklyn. The event is free and open to the public—

WHEN: Monday, April 23, 2012

3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

WHERE: 111 Livingston Street

(entrance on Boerum Place)

Brooklyn, NY 11201

The following colleges and universities will be represented:

Adelphi-University College

Berkeley College

Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC)

Bronx Community College

CUNY Central-Welcome Center

Empire State College

Hostos Community College

Kingsborough Community College

Long Island University

Medgar Evers College

Mercy College

New York City College of Technology

New York State Higher Education Services Corp

Queens College

York College

Please see the attached flyer, and feel free to contact 718-802-3338 if you have any questions.

LIU Presents Living History Tribute!

Kickoff MLK Weekend with The Meeting!

If Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X had a conversation what would they have said? That fictitious 1965 meeting is the subject of the award-winning play by Jeff Stetson. These two iconic figures of the civil rights movement come to life this Thursday at Kumble Theater. Check it out!
Time: Thursday, January 13 · 7:30pm - 10:30pm

Location: Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts
Brooklyn Campus of Long Island University
1 University Plaza Brooklyn, NY
(718) 488-1624

Kickoff MLK Weekend with The Meeting!

The Meeting is an engaging & intelligent play that depicts a fictional account of a secret meeting between Malcolm X & Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Following the bombing of Malcolm X's home and shortly before he was assassinated, Malcolm and Martin meet in a room inside the historic Theresa Hotel. They were two men with different ideologies, but a common understanding of the plight of Black America.

More Info:
Written By: Jeff Stetson
Directed By: Eric Coleman
Lawrence Winslow: as Malcolm X
Michael Green: as Martin Luther King Jr.

Ron Wilks as Rashad

Tickets: $25, $15 – students and groups of 10 or more

Community Works Presents:

The Gift of Kwanzaa
Monday • DECEMBER 20 • 10:15AM & 12:15PM

Community Works is proudly to present The Gift of Kwanzaa this performance is to celebrate the origin, values, principles, symbols, rituals and the ancient family of Dr. Maulana Karengs gift to the world – KWANZAA.

Tickets: $7.00 - Contact Community Works at performances@communityworksnyc.org or call (212) 459-1854
Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts

One University Plaza, Long Island University - Brooklyn Campus, Brooklyn, NY, 11201

LIU Dance Department Winter Concert

L.I.U. Dance Department presents:

Dance Department Winter Concert - Friday • DECEMBER 10 • 7:30PM & Saturday • DECEMBER 11 • 2PM & 8PM

The Brooklyn campus dance majors perform an exciting program of modern dance including a master work choreographed by Donald Byrd and restaged by Stephanie Guilland-Brown, guest artists Brian Brooks and Bradley Shelver as well as new choreographic works by dance faculty members Alenka Cizmesija and Mary Ann Wall.

Tickets: $15, $10- students and seniors with ID

Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts

One University Plaza, Long Island University - Brooklyn Campus, Brooklyn, NY, 11201
(718) 488-1624

IFNY Monologue Slam at Kumble LIU- 12/04

The Top Entertainment Group, Inc in association with Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts, Independent Film New York, and The Malik Yoba National Theater present:

IFNY Monologue Slam - Saturday • DECEMBER 4 • 7:30PM

On the heels of the last three successful IFNY Monologue Slams at Kumble, another group of talented actors will compete against each other for prizes and the IFNY championship title through a series of challenges and boot camp-like exercises in front of industry judges and a cheering audience, hosted once again by Malik Yoba.

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Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts

One University Plaza, Long Island University - Brooklyn Campus, Brooklyn, NY 11201

(718) 488-1624

Weekend Events at Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts

Check out the Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts at the Brooklyn Campus of Long Island University this weekend for special events that will stimulate your mind, tickle your funny bone and feed your soul!

St. Martin/St. Maarten Friendship Association presents: The Philosopher of Humor - Fernando Clark
Friday • OCTOBER 29 • 7:30PM

Fernando Clark, The Philosopher of Humor and St. Maarten’s leading stand up comedian and radio host - appearing in his latest comedy DVD release Fernando U 2 Baad - will perform his one-man, stand-up comedy show live on stage – rescheduled from September 3, due to the impact of Hurricane Earl on the island of St. Martin/St. Maarten.Tickets: $25, group discounts available

Minister Marcus and Friends presents: 2nd Annual Kingdom Choice Awards Saturday • OCTOBER 30 • 7PM

The 2nd annual Kingdom Choice Awards is New York City's official urban gospel award show which presents seventeen urban gospel categories, in true award show style. The show features live performances by some of the leading urban gospel artists from New York, Philadelphia, Florida, Ohio and other states. The 2010 KCA honorees will be special guests performers Hip Hop pioneer Kurtis Blow and the grandfather of Holy Hip Hop, Mike Peace. Tickets: $25

Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts One University Plaza, Long Island University - Brooklyn Campus, Brooklyn, NY, 11201 - (718) 488-1624

Culture Classics at LIU this Weekend

Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts at the Brooklyn Campus of Long Island University Hosts: Culture Classics

Friday • OCTOBER 22 • 8PM & Saturday • OCTOBER 23 • 8PM

Come celebrate three years of fabulousness as Brown Girls Burlesque presents Culture Classics. BGB’s Culture Classics is a fusion gumbo of movement and storytelling that merges neo-burlesque with post modern theater and dance. Guest artist Yalini Dream shares her magic. Ashley Brockington will host this unforgettable evening.

Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts
One University Plaza, Long Island University - Brooklyn Campus, Brooklyn, NY, 11201 - (718)488-1624

For more info:
http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/407011/e578b7717d/1644000515/dd17c25cbd/

Dance Kings of Black Brooklyn at Kumble this Saturday

Dance Kings of Black Brooklyn
Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts
Saturday • October 9 • 7:30 PM

You won’t want to miss this special event honoring an important generation of Brooklyn’s Black male dancers and choreographers, who have served their communities and influenced younger dancers, including Obediah Wright, Baba Chuck Davis, Ron Brown, Jamel Gaines, Reggie Wilson, Michael Manswell, and Kevin “Shock-a-lock” Porter. They will be joined by protégés of their choosing for an evening that includes dances by the kings, a panel discussion, including Ella Moore and Lee “Ako” Thompson and a crowning moment.

This event is presented as part of Brooklyn Arts Council’s year-long initiative Black Brooklyn Renaissance: Black Art + Culture, 1960– 2010, sponsored by MetLife Foundation and presented in partnership with Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation.

Tickets: $15, $12 students and seniors
Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts
One University Plaza
Long Island University- Brooklyn Campus
Brooklyn, NY, 11201
(718) 488-1624

Media Coverage of the War in Afghanistan– featuring a pre-panel screening of the documentary RESTREPO

Center for Communications, Kumble Theater and the Journalism Department– LIU, Brooklyn Campus present:

Media Coverage of the War in Afghanistan– featuring a pre-panel screening of the documentary RESTREPO

Thursday • SEPTEMBER 30 • 5:30PM to 8:30PM
LIU Brooklyn Campus
Kumble Theatre for the Performing Arts
Flatbush Avenue (Dekalb and Willoughby)

The post-screening panel discussion includes- Mark Mazzetti¸ correspondent, The New York Times; Noah Shachtman, contributing editor, Wired; Sebastian Junger, author, War: A Perfect Storm; co-director, Restrepo; and moderator Deborah Amos, Middle East correspondent, NPR.

Tickets: Free admission – RSVP: http://www.cencom.org/, info@cencom.org, and 212.686.5005

Social Media Workshop And Willifest Info

Join the Cutting Edge in Downtown Brooklyn...

Learn About Social Media and How to Market your Message

WHEN: Wednesday,
September 22nd
7:00 pm

WHERE: Kumble Theater, Long Island University- Brooklyn Campus
One University Plaza
Brooklyn, NY

This is a free interactive workshop designed for filmmakers and other various artists seeking to learn effective marketing strategies using current social media for every product or service.

WILLiFEST was established to provide a platform for the creative visions of today's emerging artists in the areas of film and music, and to celebrate the vibrant cultural scene of the Williamsburg and North Brooklyn neighborhoods. In addition to live musical performances throughout the area, WILLiFEST will feature The Williamsburg International Film Festival.

ATTENTION: LIU Liberty Partnership Program

Long Island University- Brooklyn Campus presents their Liberty Partnership Summer Enrichment Program for high school juniors and seniors.

The program spans August 3rd- August 31st from 10AM- 3PM. The program takes place at LIU- Brooklyn at 1 University Plaza.

Students will receive academic tutoring, training in computer literacy, and college prep instruction. The program also consists of various cultural enrichment components including health and lifestyle management, career development, and recreational and educational trips.

Please contact (718) 488-1000 x3056 for more information.

LIU Presents "Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds" Forum on 5/26; 4PM

The Brooklyn Grandparents Coalition and Long Island University, Department of Social Work, are pleased to co-host and invite you are your children aged 8 and over to a special forum on:

"Healthy Bodies / Healthy Minds"

LUI, Lutney Commons, corner of DeKalb and Flatbush Avenues
Wednesday May 26th, 2010

4:00PM - 7:30PM

Guest speakers, expressive arts workshops, healthy dinners and metrocards

The event is free but registration is required by May 19th.

Please contact Nicole D'Anna at 718-403-2095 or via e-mail at Nicole.Danna@us.ngrid.com to register.

Met's Icon 'Mr. Met' Visits LIU! 2/27; 3:30PM

MR. MET SPEAKS!

Saturday, February 27, 2010
3:30 pm (free admission, doors open at 3pm)
Long Island University
One University Place, Brooklyn
(corner of DeKalb & Flatbush)
Cyber Cafe- inside main LIU gate

Come meet the beloved icon of the New York Mets baseball team!
Mr. Met does not actually speak, but will sign autographs, pose for pictures, shake hands, and bring good news about the upcoming season.

Accompanied by William Corbett, poet, critic and longtime baseball fan, and...
Dana Brand, author of The Last Days of Shea.

All residents are welcome to attend for FREE.
For more information or to RSVP for this event, please contact Michael Randazzo at rockets.rollerskates@gmail.com or at 917-605-5624.

Sponsored by Long Island University, Council Member Letitia James and
Brooklyn Sporting Goods.

For information about other community events in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Clinton Hill,
and Fort Greene, or about LIU Summer Camp 2010 contact Jorge.Rosales@liu.edu.

ATTENTION: Upcoming Community Events

"Promoting Good Health in a Challenging Economy"

The Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center's Community Advisory Board cordially invites you to attend a legislative breakfast.

Friday, February 5, 2010
10am- 12noon
Woodhull Medical Center- Auditorium
760 Broadway, 3rd level
Brooklyn, N.Y. 11206

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African-American HIV Awareness and Health Fair

February 6, 2010

11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus

Health Sciences Building Lobby
DeKalb Avenue at Flatbush Avenue Extention
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Obtain free HIV testing, access various health education materials, and undergo screenings for health defects (including asthma).

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From the Fulton Alliance Businesses (aka "FAB" BID) comes a cool list of promotional specials from participating businesses. (via ClintonHillBlog)

ATTENTION: CM James Extends Invitation to LIU Community Day Sports Event

Council Member Letitia James cordially invites you to join her at the-

Long Island University Community Day
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Game time- 1:00 pm
(free admission, doors open at Noon)

L.I.U. Wellness Center
161 Ashland Place, Brooklyn
(between Willoughby and DeKalb)

Join members of the Bedford Stuyvesant, Clinton Hill, and Fort Greene neighborhoods for an afternoon of exciting basketball and fun. Cheer on the Long Island University Blackbirds Women’s basketball team as they tip off against the St. Francis Terriers of Brooklyn Heights.
See the nationally recognized PS 307 Diamonds cheerleading squad. Meet with the L.I.U. players after the game.

Parents, students, teachers, administrators, and supporters from all of our neighborhood schools are welcome to attend for FREE.

Event sponsored by Long Island University and Council Member Letitia James. For information about other community-based events in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Clinton Hill, and Fort Greene, please contact Michael Randazzo at 917-605-5624, or email rockets.rollerskates@gmail.com.