New York City to host smartphone hunt for big

New York City to host smartphone hunt for big

Have you heard of the NYC fancy Easter Egg Hunt? 

It started today. I had actually forgotten about until I bumped into one. This one is  outside 1 New York plaza (Accross from the south street ferry). 

It was been installed.  

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NYC MTA System is terrible

I could spend hours venting on this, but I will try to keep it to a minimum. 

Thursday night I re-loaded my metrocard with $90.00. I used that night for the train and then the bus. 

Friday morning, I was able to use this metro card to take the express bus and then the local bus. 

Friday night, I run to the train station to try to catch my 6:30 bus. 

I try to swipe my metrocard multiple times. It wasn't working. I go to the agent. Explained the issue. 

I told him, I have over $60 on my card. I just used it this morning. 

He responds " I could see you have $61.25, but you can't use it because it's corrupt". 

Me: Can you please transfer the balance to a new cerd". 

Agent: No, I can't since is not swiping 

Me: If it was swiping, I wouldn't be speaking to you on this issue. 

Agent: You need to get a new card. Here's an envelope. You need to MAIL that one in. 

Issues:

1. Why can't the agent not have ability to reload the balance to a new metrocard ?

2.  Would have been nice for the agent to at least let me in and reduce the balance from my card. 

3.  Now I needed to spend more money loading a card. 

4. Wait, even do this is a problem with the metrocard, I had to pay the $1 fee to get a new one. 

A dollar might seem meaningless, when you think of this as an isolated issue, but how many people have this happen to them? How much money is the city making? 

It looks to me, that creating a more efficient system is not in the MTA favor, as they will lose out on the fees of getting a new card. 

5. I also now need to buy a stamp. 

Which is money and time. 

The MTA is also banking on this, because probably customers that have low balances on their card, won't mail it in. 

That is free money for the MTA. 

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New Requirement: Submit SAMHSA Grant Applications Electronically

New Requirement: Submit SAMHSA Grant Applications Electronically SAMHSA will not accept paper applications except when a waiver of this requirement is approved by SAMHSA. Beginning in fiscal year (FY) 2013, SAMHSA discretionary grant applications, including new and continuation, must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov. SAMHSA strongly encourages any organization intending to apply to a SAMHSA program to register now with Grants.gov. Registration is a one-time process, which is required before representatives of an organization can submit grant application packages electronically through Grants.gov. The Organization Registration Checklist [PDF – 357 KB] provides registration guidance for a company; institution; state, local, or tribal government; or other types of organizations submitting for the first time through Grants.gov. Registration takes approximately 3–5 business days; however, Grants.gov recommends that applicants allow 4 weeks for completion of all steps in the registration process. Any questions may be directed to the Division of Grant Review at 240-276-1199. Request a Waiver Individual applicants may request a waiver of electronic submission, for instance, if they do not have the technological means or if their physical location receives poor-quality or intermittent connection to the Internet. More information about a waiver and the process to apply will be forthcoming on the SAMHSA website in November and also in each Funding Announcement. Check out SAMHSA's FY 2012 Grant Announcements and Awards

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Nickelodeon worldwide day of play

This is just do much fun. I got here a bit late ( typical ). A lot of the freebies are gone. But my son is having a blast.

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NYC MTA : construction work in midtown during hours

I take the beeline bus to Westchester. 

It's the most expensive bus ride in the system at $7.50/ ride. 

No monthly discount/pass available. 

The only bus not to have tinted windows.

 

If the bus is not there at the scheduled time, there's no real way for the riders to five know if:

They missed it ( bus driver was early )

It's late

Or  it's a no show. 

Customer service closes at 4. 

New drivers (or backup drivers) by pass stops. This is mostly because the stops are never where the bus stop sign is located. So, if you are a new rider, you will most likely also miss the bus your first time because you won't know where to stand. 

So, yes,lots of negatives. But for me the positives outweigh the negatives. 

So I keep on riding. 

But today the MTA really good me upset. 

They are doing construction work on Madison Avenue, during Rush hour. 

To catch our bus we had walk to the third lane. 

There's dust all over from the machines been used. And the noise is horrible. 

Who's bright idea was to have this hazardous construction site ? 

Here are some images. 

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Upcoming events in Westchester, NY

SAT & SUN, MAY 11 & 12: Donizetti's Daughter of the Regiment In a creative twist, Taconic Opera finishes its 15th season by taking Donizetti’s famous comic opera, Daughter of the Regiment, into the future. This hilarious comedy centers around an abandoned baby girl who is lovingly raised by a regiment of soldiers. Upon emerging into womanhood, it’s discovered that she’s an aristocrat’s daughter. Her ascent into high society proves full of laughs. Performances at White Plains High School, at 7:30pm on May 11, and 2pm on May 12. Source: www.artswestchester.org/things-to-do/event/donizettis-daughter-of-the-regiment-2 WED, MAY 15 – SAT, JUN 8: Elements: Those Irreducible Components from Which all Else Springs The new exhibition, Elements: Those Irreducible Components from Which all Else Springs, features artwork by the Katonah Museum Artists’ Association that underscores our connection to the environment. Bringing together paintings, prints, photographs and sculpture, the show addresses the evocative concept of elements on a physical, spiritual and conceptual level. On view May 15 – June 8, at the Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden in North Salem. MORE INFO: www.artswestchester.org/things-to-do/event/elements-those-irreducible-components-from-which-all-else-springs SAVE THE DATE: ArtsBash & Family ArtsBash, May 17 & 18 Get your tickets to ArtsBash, our annual spring party for the arts! The festivities begin at 6pm on Friday, May 17. Preview the new exhibition, Placemaking: Re-Envisioning White Plains, tour artist studios, sample fine wine and taste signature dishes from Westchester’s finest restaurants. Then come back on Saturday, May 18, from 12-5pm for Family ArtsBash! This day of FREE family fun features more open studios, delicious treats, and family art workshops and activities. Click here for a listing of the day's activities. MORE INFO: www.artswestchester.org/things-to-do/artsbash www.ThisandThatbyJL.com ArtsWestchester CEO Janet Langsam's blog The Rivertowns are a hotbed of dancers. I have that from a reliable source. Maxine Sherman, a former principal dancer with Alvin Ailey’s American Dance Theater and Martha Graham Dance Company told me so…and she should know...

The above information is from an email from Artswestchester.org

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New York: Airport Frequently Asked Questions - The Port Authority of NY & NJ

Click below to for answers for airport related questions:

Airport Frequently Asked Questions

Airports covered

Newark Liberty International Airport

AirTrain Newark

JFK International Airport

AirTrain JFK

LaGuardia Airport

Stewart Airport

Teterboro Airport

Here is the link the Westchester County Airport:

http://www.whiteplainsairport.com/

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NYC Alternate Side Parking Regulations Calendar 2013

Here is the link to the official NYC Alternate Side Parking Regulations Calendar 2013

http://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/downloads/pdf/2013-asp-calendar.pdf

The above link is for a PDF ( which I have saved in iphone)

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NYC: 311 Online Family, Parenting & Children

All the below links are from nyc.gov, I have just conciliated the information.  Family, Parenting & Children Adoption & Foster Care Information about complaints about adoption and foster care.

Child Care & Youth Organizations Information and complaints about programs that serve children and youth, including after school, day care, subsidized child care, and community centers.

Family & Social Workers Information about professional development for people who work with children. Complaints about social workers.

Family Safety & Support Information and programs that promote child health and safety, including child abuse and domestic violence prevention, counseling, and parenting support.

Transportation, Streets & Sidewalks

Parking Rules & Information Parking cards, meters, permits, lots, and garages. Parking rules and regulations.

Buses & Subways MetroCards, MTA buses and subways, Long Island Bus, Select Bus Service, and transit violations.

Bridges, Tunnels, Trams & Ferries Local bridges and tunnels. Roosevelt Island Tramway. Staten Island Ferry, New York Water Taxi, New York Waterway, and Seastreak ferries.

Taxis, Car Services & Access-A-Ride Yellow taxis, car services, limousines, ambulettes, and Access-A-Ride. Resources for passengers with disabilities and taxi drivers.

Air Travel Local airports, airline safety and service.

Trains Amtrak, MTA subways, Long Island Rail Road, Metro-North trains, New Jersey Transit, PATH trains, and the Staten Island Railway.

Cars & Trucks Driver resources including licenses, registration, and permits. Abandoned or disabled vehicles and car rental complaints.

Bicycles Cyclist resources and unsafe biking.

Tickets, Violations & Towing Parking violations, traffic violations, and towed vehicles.

Sidewalks & Driveways Blocked sidewalks and driveways, defects, repairs, and construction. Sanitation and signage.

Streets & Highways Blocked streets, defects, repairs, and construction. Lighting, signage, sanitation, and weather conditions. Routes and transportation planning.

Traffic & Accidents Car accidents, reckless driving, gridlock, traffic conditions, and traffic court. Environment & Sanitation Garbage & Recycling Garbage and recycling pickup, rules, and sanitation services. Noise Noise code and violations. Air Quality & Pollution Indoor and outdoor air quality and pollution. Odors and gas leaks. Animals Domestic animals, wild animals, and pests. Environmental Protection Environmental education, violations, and conservation programs. Toxic & Hazardous Materials Chemicals, asbestos, lead, and industrial and medical waste. Water Pollution, conservation, drought, flooding, public and portable toilets, sewage, and wastewater. Trees Permits, planting, removal, and sidewalk repair. Property, Buildings & Homes Construction, Building & Property Information Licenses, permits, registration, inspections, and appointments. Construction, Building & Property Complaints Construction work and worker violations, building and property conditions. Owner & Landlord Resources Management and maintenance assistance, building violations, regulations. Tenant Resources Maintenance complaints, rent assistance, eviction, housing options. Utilities Electric, water, gas, heat, and phone service. Affordable Housing Public housing, rent regulation, and Section 8. City Planning & Projects Zoning, land use, landmarks, maps, and reports Education & Employment Public Schools & Programs Enrollment, transfers, special programs, administration, tests, and school performance. Private & Alternative Schooling Private and parochial schools, home schooling, and Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities. Jobs & Internships Job training and placement and worker protection. Adult Literacy & Education Classes, General Equivalency Diploma (GED), English as a Second Language. College Higher education, preparation and savings programs, and scholarships. Social Services Employment & Unemployment Benefits Unemployment insurance and Social Security. Public Assistance & Food Medicaid, food stamps, food pantries, soup kitchens, and emergency financial assistance. Seniors Senior centers, home delivered meals, case management, housing, and wellness. Family, Parenting & Children Child care, programs, support, counseling, youth organizations, and adoption. Volunteer & Donate Serve in the community. Donate blood, goods, or money. Women Wellness, family planning and pregnancy, support services. People with Disabilities Benefits, housing, and jobs. Community Community centers, programs, and libraries. Immigration Applications, documents, and immigrant support. Death & Grieving Cremation, funeral preparation, burial financial assistance, and bereavement support. Homelessness Homelessness prevention, rental assistance, shelters. Veterans Programs and benefits Health & Medicine Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking Education and treatment. Diseases & Conditions Testing, prevention, and treatment. Environmental Health Bed bugs, food poisoning, and mold. Facilities, Equipment & Workers Hospitals, clinics, ambulances, medical equipment, and health care professionals. Family Planning Birth control, emergency contraception, and abandoned baby prevention. Health Care & Healthy Living Health and wellness support. Health Insurance Health care and prescription drug coverage programs. Health Department Violations & Outreach Education and enforcement. Medical Records Medical, immunization, and personal health records. Nutrition & Fitness Eating, exercise, and weight management. Reports & Statistics Public and personal health. Screenings & Vaccinations Preventative care and immunizations. Women's Health & Pregnancy Family planning, pregnancy, and breast cancer Public Safety & Law Crime & Safety Crime prevention, victim support, gun permits, and quality of life. Police Department Precinct locations, fingerprinting, and employment. Police officers, Marshals, Sheriffs, and private investigators. Fire Department Firehouse locations, fire safety, certification, and employment. Prisons & Corrections Inmates, jail release services, and juvenile detention. Parking & Traffic Violations Tickets and towed vehicles. Courts Hearings, judges, and jury duty. Disasters & Emergencies Information about disaster and emergency preparedness, recovery, and assistance. Legal Legal assistance and complaints about lawyers. Government & Civil Services City Officials & Information Contact information, reports, data, and the municipal archives. Doing Business with NYC VENDEX, contracts, payment, procurement, advertising, leasing City property, the City Bid List, and insurance. Courts Hearings, judges, and jury duty. Consulates & Foreign Government Representatives Embassies, consulates, passports, and diplomatic guidance. Elections Voting, campaign finance, candidates, and public debates. Jobs & Workers Exams, payroll, benefits, and conflicts of interest. Legal Claims against the City. Military Emergency communication, draft registration, and debt relief. Postal Products and services. Records & Licenses Birth, death, marriage, domestic partnership, and name change records. Driver's licenses and passports. Taxes Business, property, income, and sales tax. Forms and rebate programs. Auctions Police, automobile, and surplus material auctions. Culture & Recreation Art, Museums & Libraries Galleries, theaters, historical societies, grants, and performer permits. Parks, Gardens & Nature Centers Parks, botanical gardens, nature programs, zoos, and aquariums. Beaches & Pools Beaches, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and saunas. Events Calendars and permits. Recreational Activities Bicycling, boat marinas, playgrounds, golf courses, ice skating rinks, recreation centers, horseback riding, and sports permits. Sports Events and teams, including the Brooklyn Nets, the Brooklyn Cyclones, the New York Mets, and the New York Yankees. Tourism Tours, maps, guides, and souvenirs. TV, Radio & Film NYC TV and radio, digital TV, and film permits and incentives. Gambling Off Track Betting.

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