Suburbia Roller Derby Boot Camp June 17 ~Yonkers~

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Registration: $20.00

SOURCE: http://suburbiarollerderby.ticketleap.com/bootcamp

Think you have what it takes to play roller derby? Get ready for Suburbia’s 2012 tryouts with this butt-kicking preview. Our coaching and training staff will go over the basic skills you’ll need to demonstrate at the tryout, including knee falls, 180 turns, crossovers, and plow stops.

This event will take place in Yonkers, NY – specific address will be given only to participants – no spectators permitted.

For complete registration details visit http://suburbiarollerderby.ticketleap.com/bootcamp.

Meet Ian Woodall Author of “The Tao Everest” at REI June 5 ~Yonkers~

SOURCE: http://www.rei.com

Time: 7:00 p.m.

On his 1998 attempt of the north side, he stopped 800 feet below the summit to try to help dying American climber Francys Arsentiev. He was forced to make the difficult decision to leave her behind, to secure the safety of his own team. Join Ian for an inspirational presentation on the triumphs and tragedies of climbing the world’s highest peak. Come hear the poignant story of his return in 2007 to the northeast ridge on which Francys died, to give her a proper burial.

REI is located at 49 Fitzgerald Street in Yonkers. For complete details visit http://www.rei.com.

Dr. Annabelle Charbit Signing “A Life Lived Ridiculously” Barnes & Noble Central Plaza June 2 ~Yonkers~

SOURCE: http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Join us as we welcome Dr. Annabelle Charbit as she discusses and signs her debut novel, A Life Lived Ridiculously. When a girl with OCD falls in love with a sociopath, she must fight for her sanity and her life. Funny, suspenseful and smart!

Barnes & Noble Central Plaza is located at 2614 Central Park Avenue in Yonkers. For complete details http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com.

Center Lane’s Annual Gay Prom June 15 ~Yonkers~

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Admission: $15.00 in advance, $25.00 at the door

Theme: Romantic or chic or Parisian or any way that suits you

Location: Polish Center, 92 Waverly Street, Yonkers, NY

For complete details call (914) 358-1006 or visit http://www.centerlaneny.org.

Yonkers Books without Borders June 9

Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Location: Yonkers Riverfront Library, 1 Larkin Plaza

Books without Borders will put the spotlight on every aspect of the book publishing world and offer something for
everyone. Parents will be able to find books for their children and the public will have a chance to meet some of their favorite authors and discover new ones as well.

Vendor deadline May 11.

For complete details visit http://www.yonkersdowntown.com.

Yonkers 2012 Teen Talent Show Auditions

Ages: 12 to 19

Audition Dates:

• April 16
• April 30
• May 5
• May 7

For complete details call (914) 375-7965.

Yonkers 2012 Internship Program for College & Graduate Students May thru September 2012

SOURCE: http://www.cityofyonkers.com

Internship opportunities are often offered by various departments within the City of Yonkers and coordinated by the Human Resources Department. Most internships are unpaid and for college credit only.

Resumes are currently being accepted. For complete details visit http://www.cityofyonkers.com.

Ridge Hill Job Opportunities ~Yonkers~

Companies hiring:

• H&M
• Whole Foods
• Yard House
• The Cheesecake Factory
• L.L. Bean
• Desigual
• Old Navy
• GAP
• Havana Central Restaurant & Bar
• Brio Tuscan Grille

For complete details visit http://www.cityofyonkers.com.

The Blue Door Artists Association is looking for Volunteers ~Yonkers~

SOURCE: http://www.bluedoorart.org

Projects you can volunteer for:

• Exhibition Outreach – Organizing group exhibitions in outside venues throughout Westchester County
• Fundraising events or auctions for the Association and Gallery.
• Gallery Exhibitions – we need Curators to develop themes and organize shows at the Blue Door Gallery.
• Development of new and current outreach programs – This includes Yonkers RiverFest as well as new community outreach projects for children and seniors.
• Gallery Assistance – This includes distributing announcements and posters, installing artwork as well as receiving and cataloging work. At opening receptions, we need volunteers to set up refreshments and meet and greet artists and guests.
• Day-to-day tasks of the Gallery and Association – This includes simple office tasks. Anyone with computer and graphic arts skills could help out.

The Blue Door Artist Association is located at 169 Shonnard Terrace in Yonkers. For complete details call (914) 965-3397 or visit http://www.bluedoorart.org.

Westchester/Fairfield Museum Alliance

SOURCE: http://yonkersarts.blogspot.com

Eight museums in Westchester and Fairfield counties have formed an alliance which will benefit arts enthusiasts throughout the region. The Fairfield/Westchester Museum Alliance offers free admission and a 10% gift shop discount to members of all participating museums – and for non-member visitors, a same-day free pass to all museums, when paying admission at any one of the eight museums.
Participating organizations include:

• The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum (Ridgefield, CT)
• The Barnum Museum (Bridgeport, CT)
• Bruce Museum (Greenwich, CT)
• Hudson River Museum (Yonkers, NY)
• Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Art (Peekskill, NY)
• Katonah Museum of Art (Katohah, NY)
• Neuberger Museum of Art (Purchase, NY)
• Wave Hill (Bronx, NY)

For complete details visit http://yonkersarts.blogspot.com.