Communities - The NYCHA Journal

NYCHA Farms Close Out Holiday Season with Winter Cheer Festivities

December 28, 2020December 28, 2020 Vincent Echavaria

NYCHA’s farms celebrated the holiday season with winter-themed events where residents offered their visions on the future of local Eco-Hubs in addition

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NYCHA’s Recycling Reset Pilot Boosts Recycling Rates 

December 15, 2020December 15, 2020 Michael

Through the Recycling Reset pilot program, 12 of NYCHA’s developments in neighborhoods with high pest activity were able to improve

Communities Seniors Top Story

Queens Public Library Provides Invaluable Programming During the Pandemic

December 4, 2020December 4, 2020 Michael

Founded in 1896, Queens Public Library is one of the largest and busiest public library systems in the United States, dedicated

Communities NYCHA Residents Top Story

Taking Care and Giving Thanks

November 27, 2020November 27, 2020 LaToya Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is about being thankful for what we have and sharing resources with our community. Experiencing a stressful year is all the more reason

Communities Top Story

Marcy Houses Celebrates Opening of New Community Center

November 12, 2020November 12, 2020 Vincent Echavaria

A new community center has been dedicated at NYCHA’s Marcy Houses, creating a safe activity space for youth and adults that will

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Harvest Festivals Celebrate Fall Fun with Safety in Mind

November 6, 2020November 6, 2020 Vincent Echavaria

With a range of health and safety protocols in place, the Harvest Festivals at NYCHA’s farms delivered another season of fall-themed family fun this October.

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Astoria Houses Invests in Children’s Futures

July 20, 2020July 20, 2020 LaToya Astoria Houses, Astoria Houses Tenant Association, NYC Kids RISE

Through its campaign to raise $134,000 to support the college savings plans of its youngest residents, the Astoria Houses Tenant Association is expanding

Communities NYCHA Residents Top Story Uncategorized

On July 7, family, friends, and neighbors of the late Brandon Hendricks held a memorial event at the Jackson Houses basketball court in the Bronx to honor his life on what would have been his 18th birthday.