–Workforce referral networks, like the LES Employment Network, are all the rage. The organization is involved in tonight’s Essex Crossing jobs forum. [City Limits]
–New York State is expanding a grant program that has helped the Lower East Side’s District 1 implement a school diversity initiative. [Chalkbeat]
–New York Magazine’s Justin Davidson called Mayor de Blasio “putterer-in-chief” for dwelling on small-scale endeavors (including renovations of two Lower East Side parks.) The administration responds. [New York Magazine]
–Mind of a Chef’s new season, starring Danny Bowien of Mission Chinese, has debuted on Facebook Watch. [Eater]
–At the Essex Street Market tomorrow night, there will be a panel discussion on public art as community building. It’s moderated by Natalie Raben of the 100 Gates Program. [Eventbrite]
