In 218 BCE, during the Second Punic War, the great Carthaginian general Hannibal led his army from modern-day Spain all the way to Italy and toward Rome, in one of the most famous military achievements in history. As the troops neared the daunting peaks of the Alps, Hannibal’s generals warned him they would not be able to cross the mountain range with the horses and elephants they brought with them. Refusing to be deterred, Hannibal responded with the quote above: “Aut inveniam viam aut faciam.” He and his troops forged their own path across the mountains, and continued their march through Italy.

The message of modern culture often centers around doing more: getting more likes, buying more things, consuming more content, making more money. But for Bruce Lee, less was more. In his book “Tao of Jeet Kune Do” which outlines his philosophy on martial arts (published posthumously in 1975), the actor and martial artist recommended simplifying our daily lives. By stripping away unnecessary distractions, we make room for the objects, experiences, and people that are essential to our happiness and peace.

BEACON HOUSING AUTHORITY OPENS ITS NEW HAIR SALON – THE HAIRSHOP

THIS SERVICE IS ONLY AVAILABLE FOR BHA RESIDENTS. TO SET AN APPOINTMENT YOU MUST CONTACT THE BHA OFFICE FIRST AT (845) 831-1289 AND THEN GET THE NAME AND NUMBER OF THE STYLIST. APPOINTMENTS WILL BE SET DIRECTLY BETWEEN YOU AND THE STYLIST.

PRICE LIST

WASH, CUT, AND STYLE – $25

SHAMPOO AND ROLLER SET – $18

COLOR – $50

PERM – $50

During her 2013 TED Talk, physician Leslie Gordon recalled how she chose her course of action when faced with heartbreaking news in the summer of 1998. Gordon and her husband learned that their 22-month-old son, Sam, had been diagnosed with progeria, an extremely rare syndrome that causes rapid aging and premature death. There was very little existing research about the disease, or support groups for people affected by it, and Gordon realized she needed to blaze her own trail to advocate for her son and others like him. Gordon created the Progeria Research Foundation, where she and her team continue to reach promising milestones in the search for a cure.

Stop by this Friday, March 4^th, 2022 for the soft opening of the HairShop.

• Location: will be 2 Forrestal Heights Ground Floor
• Time : 10:00AM until 12:00pm
• Meet our Stylist Amy
• Participate in the drawing for a free Haircut.
• Refreshments will be served

Tenzin Gyatso is the 14th Dalai Lama, serving as the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people. A Nobel Peace Prize winner, he has dedicated his life’s work to promoting nonviolence and compassion between individuals and nations. Since the 1980s, he has also worked extensively with modern scientists to develop evidence-based techniques for mindfulness and well-being. His words here encourage us to look for the silver lining whenever we are faced with disappointment: Letting go of our expectations may lead to an even better outcome than what we thought we wanted.

BEACON HOUSING AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES THE GRAND OPENING OF THE HAIRSHOP

The HairShop will be open on Fridays by appointment only

PRICE LIST

WASH, CUT, AND STYLE – $25

SHAMPOO AND ROLLER SET – $18

COLOR – $50

PERM – $50

THIS SERVICE IS ONLY AVAILABLE FOR BHA RESIDENTS. TO SET AN APPOINTMENT YOU MUST CONTACT THE BHA OFFICE FIRST AT (845) 831-1289 AND THEN GET THE NAME AND NUMBER OF THE STYLIST. APPOINTMENTS WILL BE SET DIRECTLY BETWEEN YOU AND THE STYLIST.

Alice Walker is a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer with more than 30 literary works under her belt, including her most famous novel, “The Color Purple.” Her writing often explores the crossroads of race and gender — particularly centering the experiences of Black women. A former social worker and teacher, Walker also has a long history advocating for civil rights. “Activism is my rent for living on the planet,” she has said. Her commitment to equal rights and representation encourages us to stand up for our own beliefs and values, and to never let society or other people diminish our sense of self-worth.