Upcoming community events in the Northeast Bronx include: Food Distribution at Butler Memorial UMC at 10:30 AM; TECHCONNECT Computer Basics at Edenwald Library at 11:00 AM; Teen Crafternoon at Baychester Library at 3:00 PM; Savor The Bronx 2026 at various restaurants all day; West African Dance at Bridgefield Civic League at 7:30 PM; Bronx NHS Homeowner Resource Fair on Gun Hill Road at 10:00 AM; Live Opera Concert at Pelham Bay Library at 5:00 PM; Backpack and School Supplies Giveaway at Rienzi Park at 11:00 AM; Island Writers at City Island Library at 5:00 PM; Open Streets 2026 at Grenada Place at 11:00 AM.

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Community Calendar · July 2026

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Wakefield
Food Distribution
10:30 AM
Butler Memorial United Methodist Church
Edenwald
TECHCONNECT: Computer Class for Beginners
11:00 AM
Edenwald Library
Baychester
Teen Crafternoon
3:00 PM
Baychester Library
Allerton
The Fellowship Book Group
7:30 PM
Allerton Library
Woodlawn
Toddler Story-Crafts
11:00 AM
Woodlawn Heights Library
Wakefield
Bridgefield Youth Chess Program
6:00 PM
Bridgefield Civic League
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Find food support.
Pantries, community fridges, food distribution events, and nutrition programs near you.
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Health & Wellness
Clinics, fitness classes, mental health resources, and health fairs across the Northeast Bronx.
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Learn & Grow
Library programs, literacy events, computer classes, tutoring, and free Wi-Fi locations.
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Support your family.
Storytimes, youth programs, caregiver resources, school events, and family enrichment.
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Work & Finance
Job fairs, financial literacy workshops, small business grants, and employment programs.
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White Plains Rd · Gun Hill Rd · Bronx Blvd

The Corridor.

Your neighborhood businesses, connected. Specials, deals, and stories from the blocks that make the Northeast Bronx what it is.

White Plains Rd · Since 1983
Green Garden Health Food Store
Cold-pressed juices, herbal apothecary, and wellness guidance. A community legacy serving Williamsbridge and Wakefield for over 40 years.
Wellness
Wakefield · Independent Bookstore
Nefer Bookcafé
Community events, author readings, literacy programs, and café culture. A gathering place rooted in Northeast Bronx stories.
Literacy
E 241st St · Savor the Bronx 2026
Drips Restaurant & Lounge
$45 three-course prix fixe menu July 6–12. Jerk Chicken Stuffed Plantain Bites, Salmon with Pineapple Salsa, Red Velvet cake.
Dining · App Special
White Plains Rd · Community Partner
Willis Barbershop
Fresh cuts and community programs. Home of Black Equity's Free Haircuts for Kids initiative with Brian Garrett Jr.
Community
Holland Ave · @uptownfec
Uptown Family Enrichment Center
Parenting circles, children's development, resource referrals, and summer programming for Northeast Bronx families.
Family Services
Laconia Ave · STEM · Chess · Dance
Bridgefield Civic League
3D Printing workshops, youth chess, West African Dance, STEM labs, and nutritional health programs. Call 917-385-2961.
Youth Development
List your business on the Corridor Free for Northeast Bronx community businesses
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Church · Community Anchor
Butler Memorial United Methodist Church
Civic Organization
Bridgefield Civic League
Nonprofit · Family Services
Uptown Family Enrichment Center
NYPL Branch · Library
Baychester Library
NYPL Branch · Library
Edenwald Library
Independent Bookstore & Café
Nefer Bookcafé
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Northeast Bronx · CB District 11 & 12

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