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ERID Civic Engagement Scholarship for Local High School Seniors

Did you know ERID is offering two $500 scholarships for graduating high school seniors in our district who are engaged in civic or community activites? Applications are now open! See our Scholarship page https://www.erid.nyc/2025-scholarship.

Due Date: January 31, 2026

January 10 and 11 - ERID Winter Weekend

Don’t let the winter doldrums get to you! Join us for activities during the second weekend of January!

On Saturday, January 10, we will be returning to NY Common Pantry to volunteer duirng the morning shift. This will be our second volunteer event, because the first one was so successful! We will need about 25 volunteers. Please sign-up using this form, and remember to complete the liability waiver contained in the form:

On Sunday, January 11, from 1 -3 PM, join us for our Winter Party which will be held at Aunt Bernie’s at 513 Third Ave (between 34-35th streets). Net proceeds from the event will help fund our annual scholarships for local high school seniors. Suggested donation for members is $25. Non-member ticket price is $75. Details are on the RSVP link below.

Please RSVP via this link: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/eridwintercelebration2026

January 21 -Congressional Candidate Forum

Please Save the Date: Wednesday, January 21 beginning at 7pm for the Candidate Forum for the CD 12 Congressional race. Sign up for tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ny-12-east-side-congressional-forum-tickets-1976991972208

Submit a question here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUgQMve93TNfMCoySfcrtG9NqibYKuru1oF01UWL4mCwbtVA/viewform

Jan 29: NY Statewide Candidates Forum

On Thursday, January 29, ERID will be sponsoring a candidate forum in conjunction with other downtown Democratic clubs. This forum will include candidates for NYS Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Comptroller and Attorney General.

Ask the candidates a question! Due date 1/8. Click https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6KizqozNyI1G0Wj_DBGt4aj3xTtwpXWpAzyUbUCrqNsFXmg/viewform

Please save the date. Details to follow.

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Apply to be a 2026 Judicial Delegate

If you would like to serve as a Judicial Delegate (or Alternate) for the 2026 election cycle, please complete the application below. Selections will be made early 2026. The application contains detailed information about the position.

Judicial Delegate 2026 Application can be found here: https://forms.gle/i8NMjMwjQ8GaUDFd7

April 19 - Save the Date for Our Annual Brunch

Mark your calendars now for Sunday, April 19! The Club will hold its annual brunch at Leonetta on Lexington Ave and E31st St. Be sure to join us at this new, exciting and delicious Mediterranean restaurant! Details to follow.

May 3 - Reserve Your Hamilton tickets!

ERID has reserved a block of tickets to see the show Hamilton on May 3 @ 1pm, matinee performance. Ticket price per seat is $150. If you would like to attend, please complete the RSVP form below. We need to get a headcount now so that we can determine the final number of tickets that we will need for our group. You will be billed in early February. No payment is due now.

Your ticket price will help fund a limited number of free tickets available for young people (ages 13-23) who have never seen the show. Honor system please on referrals! More information and a referral form for the free tickets will be available in early February. The number of free tickets will depend on the quantity of tickets sold. For questions, email eridnyc@gmail.com.

Please note, our block of seats is not ADA accessible. If you need an accessible seat, please let us know on the RSVP form and we will contact the theater to inquire about accommodation, although the price may vary.

Please use this form to RSVP for a ticket for ERID's group outing to see Hamilton: https://forms.gle/EiMCtFrfhDrWEQy29