Bronx Events, Jan. 15-17

Happy Friday, everyone! Here's a list of events going on in the Bronx this weekend. The weather is supposed to be less frigid over the next couple of days, so take advantage!

The Starving Artist Cafe and Gallery, at 249 City Island Ave. (City Island), is hosting performers all weekend long:

• Friday, January 15th at 8:30 p.m. "Acoustic Blue Collar," featuring Frank Strazzera.
• Saturday, January 16th at 8 p.m. "Master Guitarist" John Guth
• Sunday, Januarty 17th at 3 p.m. Elizabeth Glushko, playing cello.
  

Friday, January 15th and Saturday, January 16th. 
"Lapses in Memory: Photographs of the South Bronx in the 80's by Lisa Kahane." This exhibit will be held at BronxArtSpace, 305 E. 140th St. It will be open for public viewing on Friday 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., and the opening reception will be held on Saturday 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Visit here for more info. 

Saturday, January 16th at 7 p.m.
Underground Music Studios Launch Party: Food and beverages will be served, and expect special deals and giveaways! Underground Studios is located at 1728 Eastchester Road, and you can call (580) 672-9841 or e-mail undergroundmusicstudios@gmail.com for more info.

Kill Me Kate, one of the bands performing at Underground Studio's Launch Party.

Saturday, January 16th at 8 p.m.
The Lehman Center for the Performing Arts will be holding a concert, "Ultimate DOO WOP." For a list of performances, visit the site. Tickets range from $30-$45, call (718) 960-8833 to reserve.

Sunday, January 17th
United Action for Animals will be hosting a daylong free spay/neuter clinic for pets at the Phipps Classic Center, 286 East 156th St. Make an appointment by calling (212) 249-9178.

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Bronx Events, Jan. 11-14

NYPD Bronx Precinct Council Meetings

Wednesday, January 13th at 7 p.m. 44th Precinct Community Council Meeting at 1072 Grand Concourse.

Wednesday, January 13th at 8 p.m. 47th Precinct Community Council Meeting. Call the Precinct Community Affairs office at (718) 920-1202 for meeting location.

Thursday, January 14th at 7 p.m. 50th Precinct Community Council Meeting at the 50th Precinct Station House, 3450 Kingsbridge Ave.

Bronx Community Board Meetings

Wednesday, January 13th at 6:30 p.m. Community Board 6 Meeting at 1932 Arthur Ave, Room 709. Call (718) 579-6990 for more info.

Tuesday, January 12th at 7:30 p.m. Community Board 8 Meeting at 5676 Riverdale Ave. Call (718) 884-3959 for more info.

The following meetings will all be held at 229-A East 204th Street. Call (718) 933-5650 for more info.

• Tuesday, January 12th at 6:30 p.m. Community Board 7 Youth Services Committee Meeting
• Wednesday, January 13th at 6:30 p.m. Community Board 7 Traffic & Transportation Committee Meeting
• Thursday, January 14th at 6:30 p.m. Community Board 7 Land Use & Zoning Committee Meeting

Other Events 

Tuesday, January 12th, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 

BeFitNYC Week: Recreation Center Open House

The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation invites everyone to visit our recreation centers and learn how to BeFitNYC! All centers will host a variety of fun events and activities - all for FREE! Try aerobic classes, yoga, weight-training, cardio equipment, and more. Held at St. Mary’s Recreation Center, East 145th Street and St. Ann’s Avenue. For more information on all locations, visit the BeFitNYC Week events page. 

Thursday, January 14th, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
"Game Nights" Continue at the Starving Artist
Be at the Starving Artist and play games with us! Games include cards, bridge, dominoes, checkers and chess. Our resident chess master, "Uncle Bill" Yehle, is there every Thursday. Try to beat his game! The Starving Artist Cafe & Gallery is located at 249 City Island Ave. For more info, call (718) 885 - 3779 or visit http://www.starvingartistonline.com/.

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