Protect yourself and your loved ones against Covid-19!
Here are some face masks we recommend…
Posted inFeatures
Holiday — and everyday — recipes from the Epicenter
As it’s the time of year to eat — and overeat — the Epicenter team wanted to share some of our favorite go-to recipes. We are a diverse bunch — read on for instruction for an Assamese fish curry, a cranberry pie that will only set you back 99 calories per serving (which means, have many), a dolled-up mac & cheese and more. What are some of your favorite recipes, holiday or otherwise? We’re all ears — hello@epicenter-nyc.com.
Posted inSchools
The outgoing and incoming NYC schools chancellors just sent this message to principals for the next phase of Covid
The following is reprinted communications between the chancellors and principals; a shorter version was sent to families in New York City public schools. We are publishing on Epicenter to broaden […]
Posted inCovid-19
What to do if you’ve lost your vaccine record card
By now, the CDC Covid-19 Vaccination Record Card has become commonplace throughout the United States and here in New York City. That card is given to you at your first Covid-19 vaccine appointment in the U.S. You need to show that card in order to get your subsequent vaccine doses. If you live in New York State, you also need to show that card to get your state-issued Excelsior Pass and more recently the Excelsior Pass Plus.
Posted inSmall Biz Spotlight
Epicenter’s last-minute gift ideas to support Black, Brown and local biz
It’s not too late to get holiday gifts for friends, family and colleagues. Given the surge in Covid-19 positivity rates, we suspect we’ll be playing catchup for some time in the days and weeks to come.
Posted inCovid-19
Religious leaders keep the faith during these trying times
with many New Yorkers embracing the “new normal.” Nearly two years of outdoor dining only, social distancing, mask wearing and not seeing family and friends wreaked havoc on New Yorkers’ — and much of the world’s mental health. During this time, many people reached out to religious leaders to help them stay sane and keep the faith.
Posted inPolitics
Women on the council, next Speaker from Queens, Eric Adams’ inner circle
Welcome to the latest edition of this NYC election-focused newsletter. I’m journalist Felipe De La Hoz, and today we should discuss a couple of distinct, but semi-related political happenings: Mayor-elect Eric Adams’ transition and first appointment announcements, and the rather confusing state of the City Council speaker election.
Posted inPress
What Actually Works to Get People Vaccinated
https://slate.com/technology/2021/12/vaccine-hesitancy-volunteer-shots-sidewalks.html
Posted inThings to Do
Less-crowded holiday jaunts
You know Rockefeller Center and Wollman Skating Rink but they’re packed with tourists. Here’s Epicenter-NYC’s list of holiday activities that are a bit lesser known —and thus, hopefully, lesser crowded
Posted inFeatured Artist
Mike Estabrook
This week we welcome Mike Estabrook, a Brooklyn based artist originally from the Mississippi River town of Quincy, Illinois. His work is characterized by an irreverent humor and fantastical imagery, […]
