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What to do with your cell phone at U.S. borders (yes, even citizens)

2 days ago | epicenter-nyc.com | Ambar Castillo

There’s apprehension around international travel and heightened security at U.S. borders among some professions, namely for immigrants, journalists, lawyers, and even influencers critical of the administration. On Sunday, Hasan Piker, a U.S. citizen and popular left-leaning political commentator, was stopped by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport while returning from France, he said on his Twitch broadcast Monday.
This Brooklyn boudoir photographer shows you how to come “as you are”

2 days ago | epicenter-nyc.com | Ambar Castillo

She never expected to photograph strangers in lingerie or just doing their thing in their pajamas, but that’s exactly what Layra Marte is doing. Today, the Brooklyn-raised Dominican photographer is celebrating five years since founding Layra Marz Photography. The company is known for its intimate, emotionally textured portraiture, particularly of women of color. Her clients include artists, activists, entrepreneurs, mothers, and people seeking to reclaim or rediscover themselves.
Teacher Appreciation Week: Thoughtful gift ideas for NYC parents

1 week ago | epicenter-nyc.com | Nicole Perrino

Teachers have always gone above and beyond — and in the past few years we’ve seen just how vital and resilient they truly are. Teacher Appreciation Week runs through May 10 and is the perfect time to show gratitude for the people who nurture, inspire, and support our kids day in and day out. So if you’re looking for ways to show gratitude to your child’s teacher this week, no matter the budget, here are a few thoughtful and NYC-friendly ideas.
How theater helps men in recovery - Epicenter NYC

1 week ago | epicenter-nyc.com | Ambar Castillo

At a small acting studio in the Financial District, the raw monologues of a mostly male cast cut through the building’s cold, imposing architecture — a relic of Wall Street’s old boys’ club era. The participants in Outside/In — a program founded over a decade ago by the Stella Adler Studio of Acting’s arts justice division — have learned to harness their feelings in Sunday acting classes.
How to get Global Entry without waiting six months for an interview

2 weeks ago | epicenter-nyc.com | S. Mitra Kalita

If you’ve been in any customs or security lines at the airport lately, you know they are bad. In our ongoing quest to make life more efficient, our latest hack relates to Global Entry, the program that allows trusted travelers to enter and clear customs through kiosks.
(Actually) affordable senior housing in East Elmhurst – apply by May 5 - Epicenter NYC

2 weeks ago | epicenter-nyc.com | Ambar Castillo

Looking for truly affordable housing for seniors in Queens? Astoria Towers II in East Elmhurst is now accepting applications for 73 newly constructed studio and one-bedroom apartments. The lottery closes soon, on Monday, May 5. The building is reserved for households with at least one member aged 62 or older. These are Project-Based Section 8 apartments, meaning tenants pay 30% of their income toward rent — and utilities are included.
How to vote in NYC’s 2025 Education Council Elections

2 weeks ago | epicenter-nyc.com | Nicole Perrino

The 2025 Community and Citywide Education Council (CCEC) elections are underway, offering NYC public school parents a vital opportunity to influence local education policies. These councils play a significant role in shaping school zoning, evaluating superintendents, and ensuring that parent voices are heard in decision-making processes.
Your key to a “Blissful” money life

2 weeks ago | epicenter-nyc.com | Ambar Castillo

Erika Dox-Martinez checked all the boxes for success her mother had laid out: college, job, six-figure salary. But for years, even though she was an accountant, she struggled with money. She had a lot of debt and no plan. Then she got engaged. “I wanted to have a wedding and I was like, ‘Oh my god, I don’t have enough money to do this,’” Dox-Martinez said. “That was my aha moment.”It was time to get her financial house in order. Within a year, Dox-Martinez had paid off her debts.
How to get a Real ID in New York

2 weeks ago | epicenter-nyc.com | S. Mitra Kalita

The rush is on to get a Real ID by May 7. But it’s okay to slow your roll. You only need the Real ID, which is a federally compliant driver’s license or other identification issued by a department of motor vehicles, if you plan to board a domestic flight soon or enter a federal building (this includes district court). Even so, showing your passport, passport card, greencard, or Global Entry card is fine.
Being sent "home" doesn't mean losing your possessions

2 weeks ago | epicenter-nyc.com | Ambar Castillo

At Epicenter NYC, we’ve been hearing about immigrants selling possessions like cars or considering leaving the country voluntarily to safeguard their savings — propelled by the fear of losing everything they’ve built. So we spoke with three immigration attorneys, who shared practical advice for anyone feeling that knot of uncertainty right now.