Greetings from River City,  Regina Angelo transferred from St. Luke’s to Ten Broeck Rehabilitation Center in Lake Katrine after having a brain bleed. She is able to speak and as anyone who knows Regina would expect, she is concerned about the Memorial Day Parade, which she always works so hard to get together to honor those service men and women who died while serving our country.  

You can imagine how hard it is for her to be in the rehab, and not doing. I don’t think she ever wastes a minute of her life…Regina is a “Doer”.  She would welcome hearing from you, cards or notes. Ten Broeck Rehabilitation Center, 1 Commons Drive, Lake Katrine, NY 12449.  She would welcome your prayers, as well. God bless you, get well, dear Regina. 
 
This Memorial Day Weekend, Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site will present, “From Badge of Military Merit to Purple Heart,” in honor of those who are serving or have served our country. The presentation will take place on Saturday, May 28, at 2 p.m. at the site’s Museum. 

This special presentation is free with admission, which includes a guided tour of the historic Headquarters and the freedom to explore the Museum, which houses such exhibits as Unpacked & Rediscovered: Selections from Washington’s Headquarters’ Collection, George Washington: Perspectives on His Life and Legacy, The Preservation of Washington’s Headquarters, and the Junior Curator Project 2020. 

 
Leonard T Shustack, of the Newburgh Lodge of the Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks #247 announced they will celebrate the Flag Day holiday the Order of Elks helped found, on Tuesday June 14 at 6 p.m. at Washington’s Headquarters at Liberty and Washington Sts. 

The ceremony is held to review the evolution of the flag and to honor the American flag, the flag of our country. Every Elks Lodge in the U.S. is required to hold a Flag Day ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate the history of the American Flag and bring any American Flags that need to be retired.  

Guest Speakers for the event are Colonel Kris Geis, 105th Airlift Wing, NY Air National Guard at Stewart AFB and Judge Richard Clarino, Town Justice, Town of Newburgh. Invited guests are Boy and Girl Scout Troops as Color Guard.   

The ceremony lasts approximately one hour.  Newburgh Boy and Girl Scout Troops will assist, and we will properly retire all worn flags that are collected.  After the ceremony join Elks at their Lodge at 394 Washington Street for collation and refreshments. 

For more information, contact Leonard Shustack of the Elks at (845) 486-5279 or Karen Monti at Washington’s HQ, (845) 562-1195. Leonard T Shustack, PER, Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks. Contact Phone (845) 486-5279. Newburgh Elks #247, 394 Washington St., Newburgh NY 12550. 
 
Look, Listen, Engage, Enjoy! Through its Ann Street Gallery, Lobby at the Ritz and Safe Harbors Green, Safe Harbors of the Hudson hosts a variety of accessible, inclusive and dynamic visual and performing arts programming throughout the year. The arts are unique in their ability to empower and engage community. Support the Arts - Donate today! Safe Harbors of the Hudson, 111 Broadway, Newburgh, NY 12550.   
 
 If you will, please add Diane McKiernan to your prayers.  Diane’s has had a rough time regarding her health. She is a very dear person who never complains despite the seriousness of her health problems. I will always remember the boat excursions from out of West Point that she arranged, inviting family and friends to enjoy. Diane and her husband Billy (who is deceased) gave the whole day a feeling of happy camaraderie. Joe and I with our family were always delighted to take part. God bless you, dear Diane. 
 
The City of Newburgh is seeking volunteers to serve on the Citizens Advisory Committee! City of Newburgh residents interested in joining must apply by June 15. The Citizens Advisory Committee’s sole purpose is to develop a pool of individuals interested and qualified to serve on the City of Newburgh’s next districting commission to evaluate the existing wards and redistrict them as necessary so that they remain compact and contiguous and in compliance with established standards of State and Federal law.  

The Citizens Advisory Committee is comprised of seven city residents – one resident from each of the four wards and three resident at-large. The Citizens Advisory Committee will meet as soon after appointment as practicable to establish the pool of eligible residents to serve on the districting commission. All members shall be appointed for terms of two years. City of Newburgh residency is a requirement to join. Interested individuals may submit an application online cityofnewburgh.seamlessdocs.com/f/BoardApplication. 

Paper copies of the application are available in the office of the City Clerk at 83 Broadway. Applicants may submit a letter of intent in lieu of an application. The letter of intent must contain answers to the questions found in the application available online or in the office of the City Clerk.  

Contact the Corporation Counsel’s Office with any questions about the Citizens Advisory Committee or the districting process at (845) 569-7335. Appointment to the Citizens Advisory Committee is by the City Council.      

 
Each summer, Safe Harbors Ritz Kidz Circus provides 30 kids the opportunity to reach new heights, achieve, overcome and shine. Safe Harbors Green is home to our unique Ritz Kidz Circus where students work with an international team of professional circus coaches to learn amazing new skills in acrobatics, juggling, comedy and flying through the air with the greatest of ease! 

This magical, free, two-week program offers a sense of what’s possible and creates a supported, safe space where students develop skills in self-reliance, teamwork, trust and leadership. Your generous donation has a direct impact on accessible, inclusive, and diverse programs! Thank you for your support! Sponsor a Circus Student Today! Please indicate in the notes field the donation is for Circus. 
  
Sacred Heart Donations for Mary’s Hope: They need medium sized boxes of cereal and canned fruit. Also needed are plastic bags (yellow or white) and paper bags with handles, as well as help in the Food Room. Please contact Suzanna Campora at (845) 561-5162. Please note they cannot give out expired food or cans with dents to their clients. Please bring donations to Sacred Heart Church. They thank you for your continued generosity. 

The Sacred Heart League will be selling raffle tickets at all the masses at Sacred Heart during the month of May. The tickets will be $2 each or 3 for $5. The drawing will take place on June 5 following the 12 Noon Mass. Please help support this worthwhile cause; the Sacred Heart League has always been a strong supporter of our Parish. “Thank you for your continued generosity.” 

 The Rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m. (before 10 a.m. Mass) each week at Sacred Heart for the intentions of Ukraine. 

Parish Picnic on Sunday, June 12 beginning at 1 p.m. at Cronomer Valley Fire House, Rte. 32, North Plank Rd., Newburgh (2 miles west past Shop Rite). Admission: $10/person; $15/family, children under 12 are admitted free. Entertainment by Phase Five Oldies, 50-50 Drawing, and Door Prizes. For Food Donations, Volunteering and Information, contact Jim at (845) 562-5927.  

Please pray for the parents and little ones who are having to deal with the scarcity of baby formula, that the parents have the strength and resources they need to deal with the stress they are under and for the little ones to not be hurt by lack of formula. 

As always, I close with my prayers for God’s blessings on your heads, my dears.