The Launch: Open House and Holiday Special
January 9, 12:00pm-3:00pm
at Mercy Center (377 East 145th Street,
Bronx)
We will celebrate our volunteers and
friends - current and future - with a Puerto Rican
lunch, songs from our Children's Chorus, short
presentations about our core programming, and the
official launch of our 20th Year Celebrations!
Hannah Hens-Piazza &
Friends - A String Quartet Concert
at Mercy Center (377 East 145th Street,
Bronx)
Guest musicians present various musical
treasures uniquely accessible to families and friends of
Mercy Center.
March 19, 7:00pm to 9:00pm
at Fordham Prep School (E. Fordham Rd,
Bronx)
A documentary film, followed by Q&A with
producer, Abigail E. Disney. This is the gripping
account of a group of brave and visionary women who
demanded peace for Liberia, a nation torn to shreds by a
decades old civil war. Doors will open at 6:30pm, the
screening will begin at 7:00pm, and the Q&A session will
follow around 8:30pm. Light refreshments will be served.
Click here
to view a flyer with more information.
Teresa Kubiak & Maxim
Pakhomov - Cello and Piano Performance
at Mercy Center (377 East 145th Street,
Bronx)
Guest musicians present various musical
treasures uniquely accessible to families and friends of
Mercy Center.
Sarah Pillow & the
Mercy Center Chorus - A Concert of Songs
April 11, 2:00pm
at Mercy Center (377 East 145th
Street, Bronx)
Sarah Pillow, a professional singer
and the volunteer leader of our chorus, will lead
the Mercy Center Chorus as they present various
musical treasures uniquely accessible to families
and friends of Mercy Center.
Mercy Center's 6th
Annual Cocktail Gala and Auction
April 14, 6:30pm to 9:30pm
At The Central Park Boathouse (East 72nd
Street & Park Drive North)
Please join us for an evening of fun
and fundraising as we ensure support for another 20
years of transforming lives in the South Bronx. This
year, we will honor Abigail E. Disney, for her
commitment to women's advocacy and her generous
support of Mercy Center since our founding.
Health Fair
April 17, 1:30pm
at Mercy Center (377 East 145th
Street, Bronx)
More information coming soon.
International
Festival
May 15, 1:00pm to 4:00pm
at St. Pius V School (413 East
144th Street, Bronx)
A multi-layered celebration of the
richness and diversity of the Circle of Mercy.
Begins at 1:00pm with hors d'oeuvres from around the
globe and
continues with music and live entertainment. Don't
miss this opportunity to see old Mercy Center
friends and to make new ones. This event is for
adults only and attendees are asked to wear
something that reflects the colors, costume or
feeling of your native country.
Volunteers &
Friends BBQ
July 6, 5:00pm to 8:00pm
at Mercy Center (377 East 145th
Street, Bronx)
Join us for a gathering to celebrate
all who make our Center possible.
Retreat Day
September 18, 8:30am to 3:30pm
Bus from Mercy Center - Marian Woods
An opportunity for participants,
volunteers, Mercy Associates and Mercy Center
friends to spend a few hours in quiet space (Marian
Woods in Hartsdale, NY) to reflect on Mercy Center's
mission of Mercy in the South Bronx and the life and
work of Catherine McAuley, the 19th century founder
of the Sisters of Mercy.
Anniversary High
Tea
September 18, 3:30pm
at Mercy Center (377 East 145th
Street, Bronx)
Using the life of Catherine McAuley
and the role of tea in hospitality and
community-building, Mercy Center will host an
afternoon High Tea with a Mercy Sister and Mercy
Associate leading ritual and reflection.
Anniversary Dinner
TBD
This is a rare and elegant night of
mingling among participants, volunteers, staff, and
supporters while celebrating 20 years of community
and transformation in the South Bronx. Fine
surroundings, excellent table service and good food
will make this night stand out.
