New Sanctuary Movement Press Conference
Mothers and faith leaders from across the religious spectrum will join with the New York City Sanctuary Coalition to plead for legal protection for two New York City families facing deportation, as the Coalition marks its first anniversary on Thursday, May 8, at 11:00 a.m. in Christ Chapel. The Riverside Church. The Coalition will call on Senator Charles Schumer to introduce the Child Citizen Protection Act and will press the Senator for an end to the Department of Corrections and other New York City agencies’ collaboration with the federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency.
Families Seek Sanctuary from Deportation and Separation
Spring Gala
Last year’s Riverside Hawks Spring Gala was a great success and a great time. This year’s event is Thursday, May 8th in South Hall. The Riverside Hawks will be honoring John “Johnny Hoops” Andariese. In addition, a few special guests are scheduled to appear, including
Governor, David Patterson, who was last year’s honoree.
The Riverside Hawks
Cultural Animators Series
When the forces of gentrification threaten to redevelop Café Home, center of a vibrant artistic neighborhood, six dynamic poets must struggle to keep their community alive. This exciting spoken word drama confronts the human cost of progress in the 21st century. Join us on Friday, May 9 at The Riverside Theatre - 8 p.m.
New Street Poets