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FSN Network: From Lullabies to Literacy–Building Your Child’s Communication Skills
In this workshop at PS 77, families learned practical, low-cost strategies—like interactive reading, rhyming games, and talking during routines—to support speech development and bonding.
PS 96 and NIDC Annual Potluck
Students came for the food, then stayed for the dancing! PS 96 Annual Potluck was a joyful event with parent volunteers and NIDC staff setting up a wide variety of dishes for over 125 students.
Thanksgiving Food Giveaway At Crotona V/VI
Residents at Crotona V/VI were excited to welcome the community’s first annual canned food giveaway, just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday.
PS/MS 89 and NIDC Thanksgiving Community Fair
Students and their parents were thankful for hot cocoa, hot food, fun crafts, tasty treats and free books! There were even raffles for 80 free turkeys–and a few Radio City Christmas Spectacular tickets, too!
NIDC THANKSGIVING Turkey Giveway!
The birds were flying out the door at the Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway on East Tremont Avenue!
NYS Children’s Asthma Initiative of the American Lung Association Host ASthma Education Workshop For NIDC
The session equipped NIDC staff from across all our afterschool sites with essential knowledge about asthma triggers, early warning signs, and best practices for assisting youth who may experience asthma-related challenges while in our care.
Eastchester Gardens Community Center | Thanksgiving SHare: Community Potluck
“It was a great turnout! Always a pleasure to volunteer!” said one attendee. “I look forward to this event every year–I like how you bring the community together,” added another happy participant.
Community Clean-up at Walter Gladwin Park!
NIDC brought together volunteers on Nov. 8th to clean along the East Tremont corridor, mulch tree pits and plant tulips for spring.
Citywide Participatory Budgeting: PS/MS 89 NIDC Youth Staff Share Ideas for How to Spend “The People’s Money”
As part of “The People’s Money” (the NYC Civic Engagement Commission’s Citywide Participatory Budgeting program), NIDC held an “Idea Generation” session at PS/MS 89 on Veteran’s Day.
Eastchester Gardens Community Center celebrates Halloween!
Eastchester Gardens Community Center did a double dose of Halloween celebrations!
Halloween Hit the Bronx and NIDC was there for it!
NIDC welcomed Halloween this year in nonstop fashion. From a Haunted House packed with scary fun to a first-ever Halloween celebration for Crotona tenants, NIDC amped up the festive spirit of the holiday.
Family Support Network Hosts: Recognizing the Signs–Early Indicators of Neurodiversity
It was the second in our series - an evening of learning and sharing, centering on equipping parents and caregivers with practical tools to foster open, respectful, and consistent dialogue with their children.
Community Health Fair with Einstein Service-Learning Students at PS/MS 89
Einstein College of Medicine’s dermatology student group partnered with NIDC Youth Programs to present the “Good Skin Knowledge” initiative at PS/MS 89. Designed for 5th–8th graders, the two-day program featured four interactive modules covering sun safety, acne, and skin reactions to bugs and plants.
NIDC Annual Soiree Celebrated the Spirit of the Bronx!
This unforgettable evening brought together local leaders, neighbors, and supporters to honor the strength and spirit of the Bronx while raising critical funds for youth programs, family services, housing advocacy, and more!
Kendra Scott’s “Shine Bright, Do Good” Program Raises Funds for NIDC
Early holiday shopping spread even more good cheer on Friday, Oct 17 at The Westchester Mall where Kendra Scott’s “Shine Bright, Do Good” program donated 20% of their profits to NIDC.
St. Barnabas Residents Shared Ideas for “The People’s Money”
As part of “The People’s Money” (the NYC Civic Engagement Commission’s Citywide Participatory Budgeting program), NIDC held an “Idea Generation” session at St. Barnabas Senior Apartments on October 22nd.
Einstein Medical Students Teach Skin Health to PS/MS 89 Youth through “Good Skin Knowledge” Program
Einstein College of Medicine’s dermatology student group partnered with NIDC Youth Programs to present the “Good Skin Knowledge” initiative at PS/MS 89. Designed for 5th–8th graders, the two-day program featured four interactive modules covering sun safety, acne, and skin reactions to bugs and plants.
The Annual Fall Festival with CM Amanda Farías kicks off the season
This year’s Fall Festival in Soundview Park gave a big turnout of Bronx families a day of non-stop food and fun! Thanks to District 18 Council Member Amanda Farías and her staff for a wonderful event!
