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To accommodate the upcoming Halloween Parade / Event on Saturday October 24, the following parking restrictions will be put in place beginning Friday, 10/23 at 7:00PM: No Parking on Sections of Main Street:
📅 through Oct 28 (12 days)
RIOC Board approved a $1.6M maintenance overhaul of the Aerial Tramway requiring one cabin to close September through November 26. Expect reduced tram capacity; the second cabin remains in service.
📅 through Nov 26 (41 days)
RIOC posts project updates and weekly air-monitoring reports on its Steam Plant page.
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RIOC newsletterSeptember 2026
In this issue
Master Lease extended through 2078 · RIOC completed 7,400+ work orders · 25th Anniversary 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony held… · 2026 Living on Roosevelt Island Survey (489… · Eleanor's Pier demolition nearly complete
Roosevelt IslanderYou’re Invited To A Roosevelt Island Blessing Of The Animals Sunday October 18 At Church Of The Good Shepherd
You’re invited to bring your pet for the Blessing Of The Animals at Roosevelt Island’s Church of the Good Shepherd (543 Main Street) 9:30 AM Sunday October 18.
Roosevelt IslanderCome In Your Spookiest Costume For The Annual Roosevelt Island Halloween Extravaganza & Main Street Parade Saturday October 24
According to the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC): RIOC will be hosting its annual Halloween Extravaganza and Parade on Saturday, October 24th! There will be food, games, music, and a lot of spooky costumes. We hope to see you there! A resident asked why the Halloween Parade is on Saturday October 24 when Halloween is on Saturday October 31 this year? RIOC Assistant Vice President Communications & Government Affairs Bryant Daniels answered:
Roosevelt IslanderVisitor Asks What Should Be Done With The Roosevelt Island Smallpox Hospital Ruins, Keep It Protected Or Let It Go?
The Urbanist Ariel Instagram page reports today on the landmarked Roosevelt Island Smallpox Hospital ruins and asks: … Would you keep the Roosevelt Island ruin standing, or let it go? View this post on Instagram As reported last July, the World Monuments Fund recognized the Roosevelt Island Smallpox Hospital Ruins as one of 10 irreplaceable historical sites.
- RIOC
Thursday 10/22: Lights On After-School Festival at Capobianco Field!
The Roosevelt Island Youth Center and Roosevelt Island Beacon invite you to the 4th Annual Lights On After-School Festival on Thursday, October 22, from 3:30–6:30 PM at Capobianco Field! Join us for a FREE community celebration of after-school programs featuring music, performances, art, family activities, community resources and giveaways. 🎨🎶🎁
Roosevelt IslanderRoosevelt Island Domestic Violence Assaults, Package Thefts, Late Night Noise Nuisance Incidents, Traffic Safety & Parking
The Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC) Public Safety Department hosted a Community Engagement meeting last Thursday September 30 with about 25 local residents sharing concerns and asking questions of Chiefs Kevin Brown and Anthony Amoroso. Here’s what happened. Among the issues addressed were: • community policing philosophy (3 minute 14 second)
Roosevelt IslanderRoosevelt Island’s Dark Past As NYC’s Former Prison Island Is Explored In Comedian/Tour Guide Tom Delgado’s Interview With Damnation Island Author Stacy Horn
Tom Delgado is a comedian, NYC tour guide and host of: … YouTube channel tomdnyc where he talks about New York, history, and the whole wide world. He also has a TV show called Walkin’ NYC on the NYC Life Channel. According to Tom Delgado’s You Tube channel: Tom Delgado interviews Stacy Horn, author of Damnation Island and Killing Fields of East New York, about the legacy of New York’s Roosevelt Island. It was used as a penitentiary and insane asylum for over 100 years and was the site of abuses and death for much of its existence. Today it is an upper middle class residential enclave. Shot live at Tom D’s Big NY Show on 2/7/26.
Roosevelt IslanderRoosevelt Island Chamber Music Society Presents: Sounds of Palestine, Music, Tradition and Contemporary Voices With The Ramzi Aburedwan & Dal’Ouna Ensemble
According to the Roosevelt Island RIVAA Gallery: Roosevelt Island Chamber Music Society(RICMS) Presents- Sounds of Palestine: Music, Tradition and Contemporary Voices Join the Roosevelt Island Chamber Music Society for an afternoon of beautiful music rooted in the traditions of Palestine, bringing together traditional instruments and contemporary voices.
Roosevelt IslanderRoosevelt Island Lighthouse Among NY State Landmarks To Be Lit Up Yellow Tonight In Remembrance Of The October 7 Victims Of Hamas Attack On Israel Declares Governor Kathy Hochul
According to this October 7 press release from NY State Governor Kathy Hochul: ON ANNIVERSARY OF OCTOBER 7 ATTACK ON ISRAEL, GOVERNOR HOCHUL DIRECTS FLAGS TO HALF-STAFF AND LANDMARKS TO BE LIT YELLOW IN REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS Governor Kathy Hochul today directed flags on State buildings to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, October 7 in mourning and honor of the victims of the Hamas attack on Israel three years ago. Additionally, the Governor directed landmarks to be illuminated in yellow in solidarity with the Israeli people and for the Israeli flag to be flown at the Capitol and Empire State Plaza.
Roosevelt IslanderHere Is What Roosevelt Island Residents Told Me About Local News
These are our initial findings but this is just the first step. We will be holding a listening session on Saturday, October 17th from 1:30-3pm at the Roosevelt Island Public Library to hear your feedback. In June I began working with the Roosevelt Islander to better understand how residents find and share local information, where they see value in local information ecosystems, what areas feel difficult to navigate, and where the local information ecosystem could be stronger.
Roosevelt IslanderMeet Caroline Shinkle, Republican Party NYC 12th Congressional District Candidate To Represent Roosevelt Island, East & West Sides Of Manhattan
Caroline Shinkle is the Republican party nominee running in the 12th Congressional District, to succeed the retiring long time Congressman Jerry Nadler. The 12th Congressional District includes Roosevelt Island as well as the East and West Sides of Manhattan. Ms Shinkle is running against the Democratic Party nominee Micah Lasher.
Roosevelt IslanderWatch NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Interview At Roosevelt Island FDR Four Freedoms Park By PBS Open Mind Program
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani visited the Roosevelt Island FDR 4 Freedoms State Park last August 11 to be interviewed by the PBS WNET Channel 13 Open Mind program. Here’s a brief portion of the interview. View this post on Instagram According to the Channel 13 You Tube Channel:
Roosevelt IslanderResident Asks RIOC When Will Long Closed Roosevelt Island East River Waterfront Promenade Boat Prow And North Pier Be Repaired And Open To The Public?
Reported last month that the long delayed work to repair Eleanor’s Pier on the Roosevelt Island East River waterfront promenade, closed since April 2024, has begun and is scheduled to be completed before next summer. View this post on Instagram But what about the other closed Roosevelt Island piers? During the September 30, 2026 Roosevelt Island Public Safety Community Engagement meeting, a resident asked when the East River waterfront promenade Boat Prow
Roosevelt IslanderEast River Barge Crashes Into Roosevelt Island Seawall Last Evening And Takes Out 2 Of The Marriage Of Money And Real Estate Sculptures
A Tipster reported earlier today: There’s a Barge in the river roped off next to the soccer field . It lost steering last night. Sculptures in the water are all damaged. And one of the concrete pillars of the promenade railing is knocked down. Credit East River Keeper Instagram Page Vince G shares these 2 photos
Roosevelt IslanderYou’re Invited To Discuss Roosevelt Island Public Safety Issues With RIOC PSD Leadership At September 30 Community Engagement Meeting
The Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC) Public Safety Department (PSD) is hosting a community engagement meeting Wednesday September 30 at the Good Shepherd Community Center (543 Main Street) from 6-7 PM with PSD Chiefs Kevin Brown and Anthony Amoroso. Come share your Roosevelt Island Public Safety concerns and ask any questions you may have.
- RIOC
PSD Community Engagement Meeting Wed. (9/30) @6PM
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: The next PSD Community Engagement Meeting will take place this Wednesday, September 30, at 6:00 PM in Good Shepherd Chapel. We’ll be covering public safety topics that matter to Roosevelt Island, and we hope you’ll join the conversation. Thank you!
- RIOC
City of Forest Day at Lighthouse Park on Saturday, October 3
Dear Roosevelt Island Community, Join us for "City of Forest Day" on Saturday, October 3, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Lighthouse Park. The event will feature tree planting, healthy snacks, children’s activities, storytelling, dance performances, and live music. Event Schedule:
Roosevelt IslanderNor’easter 40-50 MPH Wind And Rain Storm Hitting NYC This Weekend, Roosevelt Island Saturday Farmers Market Open And Moving Under The Protection Of Motorgate Helix
Due to the Nor’easter wind and rain storm coming this weekend, tomorrow’s Saturday Roosevelt Island Farmers Market will be located under the protection of the Helix at Motorgate Plaza for your fresh fruits, vegetables and more. iDig2Learn reports: And @hakicompost will have green bins available to collect @rooseveltislandny neighbors food scraps for the @bigreuse community compost program.
Roosevelt IslanderGreat Photos Of Security Precautions Being Taken On The East River During UN General Assembly Week Seen From Roosevelt Island
The East River Keeper Instagram page is continuing the great work sharing photos and telling stories about the East River boat traffic seen from Roosevelt Island. East River Keeper has recently been following the United Nations General Assembly week security precautions being taken on the East River this past week.
- RIOC
Climate Week 2026 - RIOC Advances Climate Resilience with Flood Risk Assessment for Roosevelt Island
Assessment will help identify vulnerabilities, inform future infrastructure investments and strengthen the Island’s preparedness for flooding and extreme weather ROOSEVELT ISLAND, NY - September 24, 2026: In recognition of Climate Week NYC 2026, the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC) is advancing efforts to strengthen Roosevelt Island’s long-term climate resilience through a comprehensive Flood Risk Assessment that will help identify vulnerabilities across the Island and inform future infrastructure investments.
Roosevelt IslanderMeet The Roosevelt Island Fall For Arts Festival Mural Artists As They Share Personal Inspirations & The Imagined Worlds Of Their Paintings
RIVAA Gallery introduces us to the artists painting murals at last Saturday’s wonderful Roosevelt Island Fall For Arts Festival at the Mediation Lawn. According to RIVAA Gallery: Fall for Arts 2026:Meet the Artists Behind the Murals At this year’s Fall for Arts Festival on Roosevelt Island, artists transformed large panels into colorful works inspired by two themes: “Bridges & Connections” and “When I Dream.” Throughout the festival, we spoke with participating artists about the ideas behind their murals and what it was like to create art in a public, community setting. From personal stories and imagined worlds to reflections on connection, community, and the future, each artist brought a unique perspective to the festival’s themes. In the video below, hear directly from the artists about what inspired their work and what the experience of creating alongside other artists and the Roosevelt Island community meant to them.
Roosevelt IslanderYou’re Invited To The Roosevelt Island Business Alliance (TRIBA) 3rd Annual Merit Awards Fundraising Gala Honoring Dr Kathy Grimm, Cornell Tech Dean Greg Morrisett And RI Public Library For Outstandin
PURCHASE TICKETS According to The Roosevelt Island Business Alliance (TRIBA): The Roosevelt Island Business Alliance, Inc. (TRIBA) is an organization formed by representatives of businesses and building owners on Roosevelt Island for the purpose of improving the quality of life on Roosevelt Island. On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, TRIBA will hold its 3rd Annual Merit Awards at The Sanctuary Roosevelt Island, honoring outstanding individuals in our community who have made a significant impact: Greg Morrisett, Dr. Katherine Grimm and The Roosevelt Island Branch of The New York Public Library. All proceeds will go to Roosevelt Island non-profit organizations and TRIBA’s special projects that contribute to the vitality and quality of life on the Island.
Roosevelt IslanderRoosevelt Island Main Street Theatre & Dance Alliance Holding Auditions For Their Production Of Agatha Christie’s Mystery “And Then There Were None”
The Roosevelt Island Main Street Theatre & Dance Alliance (MST&DA) is holding auditions for their production of Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None. According to MST&DA: Main Street Theatre & Dance Alliance is pleased to announce their next adult production will be the multi-award winning mystery – Agatha Christie’s ‘And Then There Were None’ – which will run from March 4-7.
- RIOC
NYC Ferry: No Roosevelt Island Ferry Service Today
Roosevelt Island Community: According to NYC Ferry, Due to US Coast Guard harbor security restrictions for the UN General Assembly, there will be no ferry service north of East 34th Street on Tuesday, 9/22. The following landings will be closed: Hunters Point South
- RIOC
NYC Ferry Service Alert – All Routes – UN General Assembly – 9/20 to 9/26
Due to the UN General Assembly, increased security restrictions on the East River surrounding the Wall Street heliport may disrupt and/or suspend service temporarily on all routes from September 20 to 26. Waterway restrictions near the United Nations building may also cause delays, cancellations, or service suspensions on the Astoria, and Rockaway-Soundview routes. These times and locations are subject to change without warning and are at the discretion of the U. S. Coast Guard. Visit ferry.nyc or the NYC Ferry app for real-time schedules and service alerts.
Roosevelt IslanderScenes From Today’s Roosevelt Island Fall For Arts Festival, Take A Virtual Walk To Watch The Live Mural Paintings
We had a beautiful morning and afternoon for the 21st annual Roosevelt Island Fall For Arts Festival today at the Meditation Lawn. According to the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC) Instagram page: View this post on Instagram I spoke with RIOC Assistant Vice President Communications & Government Affairs Bryant Daniels about today’s Fall For Arts Festival.:
Roosevelt Islander21st Annual Roosevelt Island Fall For Arts Festival Saturday September 19 At Meditation Lawn
The 21st annual Roosevelt Island Fall For Arts Festival will take place Saturday September 19. According to the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC): Dear Roosevelt Island Community, RIOC and RIVAA are proud to present the Annual Fall for Arts Festival this Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on the Meditation Lawn.
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