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“Hardware” and “Past Reflections” at Cooperative in September   

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The Cooperative Gallery presents art works of two of its artists September 3- 25, 2021: Jean Luongo “Hardware” and Kit Burnham-Ashman’s “Past Reflections.” Both artists are experienced painters and exhibiting members of the gallery. These exhibits, and the member gallery, will be open to the public First Friday 5- 9 pm, other Fridays 5-8 pm, Saturdays 11 am- … [Read more...] about “Hardware” and “Past Reflections” at Cooperative in September   

Anzaroot Accused of Being Slumlord

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What follows is a letter from a concerned citizen and neighbor of one of the many properties Isaac Anzaroot owns and has been accused of neglecting.  --Bridge eds. June 26, 2021 Binghamton NY   I write as a concerned citizen about a large-scale problem with a local landlord, Isaac Anzaroot. I first became interested in this because I live down the street … [Read more...] about Anzaroot Accused of Being Slumlord

Glenda Blake Retrospective

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On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of her birth, the Cooperative Gallery 213 will present a retrospective showing of the late Glenda Blake’s work. The opening is on First Friday, August 6, 2021, from 5 – 9 pm and throughout August Fridays 5-8 pm and Saturdays 11 am – 3 pm, and by appointment. Glenda was a talented artist from an early age. While … [Read more...] about Glenda Blake Retrospective

Binghamton Porchfest Returns in August

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Binghamton, NY – After a year off due to public health concerns, Binghamton Porchfest organizers and the City of Binghamton are proud to announce that the popular collaborative neighborhood celebration will return to the West Side for a sixth year on Sunday, August 29, 2021. The free, family-friendly event is hosted annually by inhabitants of the Abel … [Read more...] about Binghamton Porchfest Returns in August

“All of Us” at Cooperative

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All of the members of Cooperative Gallery 213 will be showing their work in a special group show called "All of Us" opening First Friday July 2nd 5- 9 pm and throughout July Saturdays from 11- 3 and this month re-opening to Friday 5- 8 pm. All welcome! "We are honoring our members, supporting and exhibiting, who have supported us throughout the pandemic," … [Read more...] about “All of Us” at Cooperative

Deadline for Democracy Rally

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Indivisible Project and Fair Elections are holding “Deadline for Democracy” Rallies at Every One of Senate Majority Leader Schumer’s Regional Offices, including here in Binghamton, Urging Schumer to Get the For the People Act PassedWHERE: Federal Building TIME:      12:00 NOON DATE:     Monday June 28, 2021                15 Henry Street, Binghamton NY … [Read more...] about Deadline for Democracy Rally

Children’s Peace Park Dedicated

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The BC Peace Action group and Veterans for Peace dedicated a Children's Peace Garden at Otsiningo Park recently in their effort to promote peace and find alternatives to war and violence. The Plaque features a quote from Martin Luther King Jr., "Hate cannot drive out hate. Only love can do that."  On Saturday May 8th, the day before Mother’s Day, a group of … [Read more...] about Children’s Peace Park Dedicated

Town and Country Residents Demand Better Living Conditions

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Binghamton, NY–Tenants and housing justice advocates with Citizen Action of New York will host a press conference on Friday, April 30, at 11 a.m. at the Town and Country housing complex to demand better living conditions. Tenants will be presenting a list of demands to hold the property management company accountable for failure to address code violations … [Read more...] about Town and Country Residents Demand Better Living Conditions

Black Children Matter

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In response to a the police objecting to a book to be read by children at MacArthur School, a rally was called for Saturday April 24th at Rec Park. The Black Children Matter campaign previously spoke at a School Board meeting. The book is "Something Happened in Our Town" and the Binghamton Police asked that it be pulled from the curriculum and subsequently … [Read more...] about Black Children Matter

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