Community Calendar

The critically acclaimed "Drunk Black History" show celebrates 100 years of Black History Month in Brooklyn!

Comedian Brandon Collins (New York Comedy Festival) hosts this event where you’ll hear from comedians, writers, and experts who are skunked out of their minds trying to recap the biography of a historical Black figure or event that hasn’t gotten the mainstream love it deserves. It is "The Daily Show" meets "Drunk History" with a live audience.

Performers and Guests:

• Improv group UCBLK (New York Comedy Festival)
• Akilah Hughes (Crooked Media)
• Meka Mo ("Don't Tell Comedy")
• Nikole Hannah-Jones ("The 1619 Project")

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, Feb. 13
• Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m. | Show starts at 7:30 p.m.
• Location: The Bell House, 149 7th St., Brooklyn, NY 11215
• Tickets: Available via Ticketmaster
  

What Critics Are Saying:

★★★★ “One of our favorite comedy shows out there” —TimeOut NY
★★★★ “Drink some cocktails while you get an education... at this popular show!” —The Infatuation
★★★★ “Keeping our food and drinks down was hard because of all the laughing...” —1202 Magazine
★★★★ “A hilariously high history lesson!” —AMNY

Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is the most common arrhythmia in the world and affects close to 50 million people. With timely diagnosis and treatment, people with heart rhythm irregularities can live healthy lives.

Dr. Jorge Romero will discuss the importance of treating Afib and the different therapeutic strategies for rhythm control and stroke prevention. The session will also cover the latest research, technology, and what to consider when deciding on treatment options.

Speaker: Jorge Romero, MD, professor of medicine and section chief of cardiac electrophysiology at Upstate Medical University

Location: Online

Thursday, February 26, at 5:30 PM, held online
Over age 65, more than one in four people have a serious fall each year. Learn what you can do today to reduce fall risk and the complications that increase with age. The presentation covers risk factors for falls, prevention strategies, including balance and strengthening exercises, and how to make your home safer. Also, the support system Upstate provides older patients and points to consider as you look for medical care.

Speaker: Peter Jaskula, BSN, RN, ONC, Orthopedic Program Manager, Upstate Orthopedics

Monday, March 9, at Noon, held online

Helping your child have positive experiences with doctors, nurses and other health providers impacts their lifelong health. Child Life Specialists work throughout Upstate to help young patients and their families navigate their visit and treatments. Dive into the creative methods they use to meet children’s social, emotional and developmental needs and learn what you can do at home to help prepare kids for a variety of visits.

Speakers: Abby Loehrke, MA, CCLS, and Rachel Stinson, MS, CCLS, Certified Child Life Specialists, Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital

Thursday, March 19, at 5:30 PM, held online

While no one plans for a fall, it’s helpful to know what happens next. The session covers risk factors for fall-related injuries and the surgical approaches for common injuries. Learn more about treatment and long-term expectations for recovery.

Speaker: Zachary Telgheder, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon, Upstate Orthopedics, Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Upstate Medical University

Tuesday, March 24, at 4:30 PM, held online

The evidence is in: Exercise improves health during and after cancer treatments in meaningful and lasting ways. In this session, learn how to safely begin increasing activity, monitor intensity, and adjust for safe and effective exercise. Feel motivated and equipped to start increasing your activity to improve health and reduce side effects.

Speaker: Michelle Jay, PT, DPT, WCC, CLT-LANA, Physical Therapist, PM&R Therapies, Upstate Cancer Center, Upstate Medical University