“I believe the children are our future,
Teach them well and let them lead the way.
Show them all the beauty they possess inside,
Give them a sense of pride to make it easier.
Let the children’s laughter remind us how we used to be.”

Whitney Houston,
“Greatest Love of All”
 
Hopefully, any butterflies students felt when they walked into school for the first time earlier this month, have flown away with the autumnal breezes.  And they have grown to appreciate their dedicated teachers, have reconnected with old BFFs, and have made new friends.  It’s time for them to use their curious and adventurous minds to take advantage of the myriad opportunities that await them, to explore, to discover, to hope, and to dream. The children of today are being challenged to fix a broken world.  United, they are blessed with the strength, morals, and integrity they have within them, to create a much better place to live. 
 
UNICO held their 8th Annual Sal Cracchiolo Memorial Clambake Fundraiser hosted at Laborers Local 17. They send a HUGE thank you to all their dedicated members, generous sponsors, and loyal attendees who were able to enjoy this wonderful event. Newburgh Chapter of UNICO would not be possible without the continued support of our membership and community. Cheers to many more years of work with this incredible organization and the celebration of Italian heritage and culture. Happy early Columbus Day!
 
The Knights of Columbus, Msgr. Henry O’Carroll Council 444 invites you to their 125thAnniversary Columbus Day Ball on Sunday, October 13, from 5 to 10:30 p.m., at La Casa Vicina, New Windsor.  There will be a sit-down dinner, cash bar, door prizes, raffles, Treasure Chest raffles, and lots of great dancing featuring DJ Ming and plenty of good cheer.  Cost is $65 per person.

Please RSVP by September 29, to Bill Kuntz at (201) 697-9920, or .kofc444.org.  It promises to be a wonderful event: Celebrating 125 Years of Helping the Newburgh Community!
 

Town of Newburgh Recreation, 311 Rt. 32, invites Seniors to join them for their 2nd Annual Senior Wellness Fair on Wednesday, October 2, at 12 Noon, at the Recreation Center.

Some vendors include: AARP, Friends of Seniors JFS, Orange County Office for the Aging, Alzheimer’s Association, Town of Newburgh EMS, Sue Nichols, Meals on Wheels and more.  Come and learn about these organizations and enjoy a complementary snack!

Pre-register online at townofnewburgh.recdesk.com, or Phone (845) 564-7815.
 
Mah Jongg at the Town Branch Library, 181 South Plank Rd.  This is open game-play for players of all level as long as you understand the basics of game-play.  One board will be provided, but if you have your own, please bring it.  There will be no instruction, but there is a tutorial for beginners.  Adults, Registration is required!  (845) 245-4750.

Dates and times: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. -12 p.m. on October 2 & 16; Wednesday, 3-5 p.m. on October 9.
 
The Meadow Hill is having a Community Yard Sale, Saturday, Sept. 28. 
Confirmed Addresses and Hours- Multi-family sale:
5 Fletcher Drive; 7 Fletcher Drive 8-3; 43 Fletcher Drive;

5 Amber Drive 8-5; 15 Lancer Drive 9-7*; 129 Coach Lane 8-5; 
105 Coach Lane 9-4; Bridle Path; 17 Stirrup Drive 9-2
5 Crown Blvd. 9-2; 11 Crown Blvd. 8-3; 20 Crown Blvd. 9-3
Corner of Majestic Ct. and Patton 9-4; 20 Ambassador Lane 12-6;
66 Delaware Rd.; and 15 Royal Circle 9:30-3
Just follow the link https://docs.google.com/.../1JwrP_F2BXxZ0dj3fr.../edit.
 
On Sunday, October 6, Mid-Hudson Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club will have North and South Redoubts in Garrison, NY, Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve; moderate hike level B – lollipop.  Almost 5 miles with total elevation gain (not all in one shot-ups and downs) of about 1200 feet.  Rugged and steep in spots, but no scrambles.  We will visit two Revolution-era redoubts (now buried) and will get peaks of the Hudson River through the trees.  Hike pace will be 2+ miles per hour, not including stops for viewing.  Contact leader: Georgette Weir, georgette.weir@gmail.com, for meeting time and place, and more information.
 
May you always have an angel at your side.