This month, we celebrate Pride and much more
| Hey YPT-NYC, This month, we’re proud to celebrate Pride Month at YPT. While we celebrate Pride every day – June is a special time to lift up our LGBTQ+ community. YPT is committed to being a safe space for all to connect in their truest, and most authentic way. We want to recognize the staunch advocates and true community builders who put up the fight for freedom, joy and safety for the queer community. We have so much to thank them for and continue to work to ensure we are building a more equal and inclusive future for all. On that note, we hope to see you at our Pride-themed Happy Hour at Branded Saloon in Brooklyn on June 21 — all are welcome! (And of course, let’s not forget a shoutout to Secretary Buttigieg!) Adorable graphics from Transit Supply — check our their transit-themed Pride Collection! This month’s events DSNY recycling facility tour (June 12) ♻️ When: Monday, June 12, 3:00-4:30 PM Where: Sims Municipal Recycling – Sunset Park Material Recovery Facility, 472 2nd Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11232 How: Register on Eventbrite and complete a waiver prior to the event. Ever curious where your curbside recycling (metal, glass and plastic) ends up? Join YPT-NYC for a guided tour as we explore part of this 140,000 sq ft building, which is the largest commingled recycling facility in the United States. This tour is exclusively for YPT members. Register now   Pride happy hour (June 21) 🏳️🌈 When: Wednesday, June 21, 5:30-8:00 PM Where: Branded Saloon, 603 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238 How: Register on Eventbrite What better way to kick off Pride weekend than with your friends at YPT? Grab a drink and mingle with YPTers across transportation. Plus, come early to get a transit-themed Pride sticker to take home! We’re proud to support one of Brooklyn’s most loved LGBTQ+ saloons – all are welcome. Register now  Call for volunteers TransportationCamp NYC TransportationCamp NYC is happening again in person this fall! Planning is already underway, and the TCamp Planning Committee is looking for additional volunteers to join the team and support logistics, sponsorships and day-of-event operations. Don’t miss this chance to be a part of an awesome “unconference”. If you’re interested in getting involved, email Matthew Fiore at matthewfiore@nyu.edu. Looking ahead What’s hot this summer? Follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn for the latest events and more. ☀️And the fun doesn’t stop here — we’re planning picnics and more behind-the-scenes tours throughout July and August. May recap We kicked off May with Rail Ops 101, a virtual session led by Jeff Krassner, Director of Service Delivery Innovation for Keolis Commuter Services, operating partner for the MBTA’s Commuter Rail Network. He gave us a peek into everyday railroad complexities and operating practices, including the Northeast Operating Rules Advisory Committee (NORAC) rulebook, which governs most railroad operations in Mid-Atlantic and Northeast.  We then toured Midtown Manhattan with our friends at NYCDOT and WEBike, where we saw some of the new bike infrastructure projects in action.  We ended May with a visit to LaGuardia Airport, where we learnt about everything from the airfield to the aircraft rescue and firefighting unit. A special thanks to former YPT-NYC board member Olya Arakhouskaya, as well as Chris Rhoads with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey for leading the tour. Chris will be retiring later this year and we wish him the best of luck after a whirlwind career in aviation. |
| May Events |
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| 📊 Rail Operations CrashLESS Course Skillshare / Lunch & Learn 💡 |
| When: Wednesday, May 10 at 12:15 PM Where: Zoom (online) How: Register on Eventbrite to receive the Zoom link Join YPT-NYC as we learn about how railroads actually operate and manage to stay *on track*! During this virtual skillshare, we will hear from Jeff Kessler, Director of Service Delivery Innovation for Keolis Commuter Services, operating partner for the MBTA’s Commuter Rail Network, and Regional Director of YPT Mid-Atlantic. Jeff will give us a peek into everyday railroad complexities and operating practices, including the Northeast Operating Rules Advisory Committee (NORAC) rulebook, which governs most railroad operations in Mid-Atlantic and Northeast |
| Monthly Happy Hour: The Joyce Public House When: Thursday, May 11, 2023 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM Where: The Joyce Public House 315 West 39th Street New York, NY 10018 How: Registration via Eventbrite encouraged, but not mandatory |
| 💯 Fun Activity Alert 🚨 : YPT-NYC x Open Streets on Park Slope’s 5th Ave |
| When: Saturday May 13th, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM (come at 12:00 PM for the presentation, otherwise just drop by) Where: 12:00 PM – Meet at 178 5th Ave, Park Slope (between Berkeley Pl and Lincoln Pl). 12:30 PM – Happy hour at Miti Miti (138 5th Ave) How: Registration via Eventbrite encouraged, or just drop by YPT-NYC is joining forces with StreetLab, NYC DOT and the Park Slope 5th Ave BID for a special Open Streets event. Come out and support the 5th Ave Open Street program by participating in an activity with the community and hanging out at one of the local establishments. We will also learn from NYC DOT staff about the Open Streets program and what it takes to run it. (This will be a casual program – feel free to drop by anytime.) |
| Midtown Manhattan Bike Tour with NYCDOT and WEBike! |
| When: Sunday, May 21st, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Where: Meet at Union Square, ride through Midtown Manhattan How: Registration via Eventbrite required The WEBike + NYC DOT + YPT Bike Tour is back for Bike Month! Ride through Union Square, Chelsea, and Midtown and learn about some of the great new bike infrastructure projects from NYC DOT! A brunch gathering will be held at the end (excellent motivation!) |
| LaGuardia Airport Tour with PANYNJ |
| When: Monday, May 22 at 8:45 AM-2:00 PM (AM/PM options available) Where: LaGuardia Airport, Queens, NY How: Register on Eventbrite by May 11. Space is limited and open to YPT members only. Our friends at PANYNJ are running another amazing tour of LGA. This behind-the-scenes tour will explain what LGA does and how its role in U.S. aviation has evolved since opening in 1939. You’ll see firsthand how an airport operates in a guided visit of the landside and stunning new terminals (pre-security) and airside (post-security) areas, including runway deck, aircraft rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) and baggage screening facilities. Due to the length of the event, morning (landside) and afternoon (airside) options will be offered |
| Call for Volunteers! Transportation Camp New York 2023 TransportationCamp NYC is happening again in person this fall! Planning is already underway, and the TCamp Planning Committee is looking for additional volunteers to join the team and support logistics, sponsorships, and day-of-event operations. If you’re interested in getting involved, please email Matthew Fiore at matthewfiore@nyu.edu. Come be a part of this awesome “unconference!” |
| A Look Ahead |
| What’s coming up in June and beyond? More info to come: follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn for up-to-the-minute information. The fun doesn’t stop here – get hyped for **YPT Summer**. We’re planning a couple of fun and transportation-oriented events through June, July and August. Hint: some will involve patios. |
| April Recap We had so much fun at happy hour, learning about data science with Ayanthi G. and Lisa F., and the return of the APA-YPT scavenger hunt in April! See below for some highlights. |
| Hey YPT-NYC, This month, we’re proud to celebrate Pride Month at YPT. While we celebrate Pride every day – June is a special time to lift up our LGBTQ+ community. YPT is committed to being a safe space for all to connect in their truest, and most authentic way. We want to recognize the staunch advocates and true community builders who put up the fight for freedom, joy and safety for the queer community. We have so much to thank them for and continue to work to ensure we are building a more equal and inclusive future for all. On that note, we hope to see you at our Pride-themed Happy Hour at Branded Saloon in Brooklyn on June 21 — all are welcome! (And of course, let’s not forget a shoutout to Secretary Buttigieg!) |
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| Adorable graphics from Transit Supply — check our their transit-themed Pride Collection! |
| This month’s events |
| DSNY recycling facility tour (June 12) ♻️ When: Monday, June 12, 3:00-4:30 PM Where: Sims Municipal Recycling – Sunset Park Material Recovery Facility, 472 2nd Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11232 How: Register on Eventbrite and complete a waiver prior to the event. Ever curious where your curbside recycling (metal, glass and plastic) ends up? Join YPT-NYC for a guided tour as we explore part of this 140,000 sq ft building, which is the largest commingled recycling facility in the United States. This tour is exclusively for YPT members. |
| Register now |
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| Pride happy hour (June 21) 🏳️🌈 When: Wednesday, June 21, 5:30-8:00 PM Where: Branded Saloon, 603 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238 How: Register on Eventbrite What better way to kick off Pride weekend than with your friends at YPT? Grab a drink and mingle with YPTers across transportation. Plus, come early to get a transit-themed Pride sticker to take home! We’re proud to support one of Brooklyn’s most loved LGBTQ+ saloons – all are welcome. |
| Register now |
| Call for volunteers TransportationCamp NYC |
| TransportationCamp NYC is happening again in person this fall! Planning is already underway, and the TCamp Planning Committee is looking for additional volunteers to join the team and support logistics, sponsorships and day-of-event operations. Don’t miss this chance to be a part of an awesome “unconference”. If you’re interested in getting involved, email Matthew Fiore at matthewfiore@nyu.edu. |
| Looking ahead |
| What’s hot this summer? Follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn for the latest events and more. ☀️And the fun doesn’t stop here — we’re planning picnics and more behind-the-scenes tours throughout July and August. |
| May recap |
| We kicked off May with Rail Ops 101, a virtual session led by Jeff Krassner, Director of Service Delivery Innovation for Keolis Commuter Services, operating partner for the MBTA’s Commuter Rail Network. He gave us a peek into everyday railroad complexities and operating practices, including the Northeast Operating Rules Advisory Committee (NORAC) rulebook, which governs most railroad operations in Mid-Atlantic and Northeast. |
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| We then toured Midtown Manhattan with our friends at NYCDOT and WEBike, where we saw some of the new bike infrastructure projects in action. |
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| We ended May with a visit to LaGuardia Airport, where we learnt about everything from the airfield to the aircraft rescue and firefighting unit. A special thanks to former YPT-NYC board member Olya Arakhouskaya, as well as Chris Rhoads with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey for leading the tour. Chris will be retiring later this year and we wish him the best of luck after a whirlwind career in aviation. |
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