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The Upward Dog

John Amato says he was once involved in the organized crime world of New York City and served time in federal prison. Now he has abandoned that life and embraced yoga, teaching at Yoga to the People, a donation-based studio.
By Allegra Preuss

The Reptile Rescuer

Robert Shapiro, who founded Social Tees Animal Rescue in New York’s East Village, has been helping animals in need for years. But it isn’t the popular animals like cats and dogs that keep him going — it’s the reptiles. In its 25th year, the organization thrives as more foster parents join the cause. Here is his story:

By Moira Donohue

Break Out & Hear the Dance

Hear the Dance with hosts Victoria Agrifolio and Allegra Preuss takes you into the intimate world of dance professionals working in various dance related fields. This edition features a chat with Dance Magazine assistant editor, Courtney Escoyne.

By Victoria Agrifolio and Allegra Preuss

 

Books Through Bars

Books Through Bars is a Brooklyn, New York-based organization that sends books to inmates across the country.
The organization is run by volunteers, including a former prisoner who was sent books while he was serving time.
By Sophie Varon