The Clarkstown Parks Board and Recreation Commission will start accepting applications from Clarkstown residents February 1, 2022.
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Mid-Hudson Economic Development Updates
News From Governor Hochul
Governor Hochul Announces $70 Million in Federal Funding to Address Child Care Deserts
- Funding Will Support New Child Care Programs in Areas Without Sufficient Child Care Slots
- Applications Open Mid-April 2022
- Applicants must complete the OCFS online orientation before applying for the grant.
- Visit the OCFS website for more information.
- Info session with OCFS on Monday, February 7th. See below for more details.
Upcoming Events
NEW: Child Care Deserts Info Session with OCFS: Governor Kathy Hochul announced the exciting new Invest in NY-Child Care Deserts initiative, designed to create new child care slots all across the state. Join the NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) next Monday to learn the following about this funding for new child care programs:
- To register click here.
- Visit the OCFS website to review the RFA materials in advance here.
- For assistance with registering or licensing a new program, click here.
REMINDER: Mid-Hudson Workforce Solutions Webinar Series: The Mid-Hudson Regional Economic Development Council (MHREDC) has put together a webinar series for organizations to learn about workforce best practices and resources to help retain and attract talent. Register to attend any of the webinars below!
- 2/4, 9am – 10am – Mid-Hudson Workforce Solutions: NYS Workforce Development Funding
- 2/11, 8:30am – 9am – Mid-Hudson Workforce Solutions: Child Care Resources for Employers
- 2/16, 9am – 9:45am – Mid-Hudson Workforce Solutions: NYS Department of Labor Recruitment Resources
REMINDER: Office of Cannabis Management officially invites you to attend Cannabis Conversations
- A series of 11 regional discussions across the state about cannabis legalization – including one in Spanish
- The Office of Cannabis Management will start the conversation to inform people about the legalization law, health and safety, and goals to build an inclusive, equitable new industry.
- The Mid-Hudson event will be held on Wednesday, February 16th at 6pm. Register here. For all others, click here.
- Questions can be submitted in advance when you sign-up and will be answered live during the Conversation
- Go to cannabis.ny.gov for the latest information
- You can also sign up for updates from the Office of Cannabis Management here
REMINDER: NYS Career Center Events & Recruitments
- New York’s Career Centers offer a variety of classes, workshops, job fairs, job clubs including virtual career fairs and virtual workshops, including informational sessions on a variety of topics
- If you have any questions about attending any of these events or recruitments, be sure to contact your local Career Center
Economic Development Opportunity Highlights
NEW: Rural Business Development Grants
- This program is designed to provide technical assistance and training for small rural businesses. Small means that the business has fewer than 50 new workers and less than $1 million in gross revenue.
- Eligible Applicants: towns, communities, state agencies, authorities, nonprofit corporations, institutions of higher education, federally-recognized tribes, rural cooperatives (if organized as a private nonprofit corporation).
- Eligible Area: RBDG money must be used for projects that benefit rural areas or towns outside the urbanized periphery of any city with a population of 50,000 or more. Check eligible areas here.
REMINDER: 2022 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Victim and Witness Assistance Request for Applications
- New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS) is announcing a funding opportunity available to any nonprofit organization, hospital, law enforcement agency, coalition, or other entity that meets the application requirements. The goal of this Request for Applications (RFA) is to outline how to apply for funding to support direct services that meet the immediate and long-term needs of victims of crime under the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Victim and Witness Assistance Grant Program.
- Proposals for this opportunity are due Thursday, March 24th, no later than 2:00 PM (EST) PM.
REMINDER: FuzeHub 2022 Manufacturing Grants – Round 1 – Awards up to $50K Each
- Deadline is February 4, 2022
A Valentine’s Day Inspired Couple’s Cooking Class – RCC Hospitality and Culinary Arts Center Food Enthusiast Program Unveils First Class of 2022, Love is in the Air
Additional classes being offered March – May
(ROCKLAND COUNTY, New York) February 1, 2022 – RCC’s Hospitality & Culinary Arts Center is helping couples celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with a special Food Enthusiast class. Love is in the Air is the first in a series for 2022. Participating couples will be able to “stir up” romance in the kitchen by working together to prepare a love-inspired main course, side dish and delicious dessert. After preparing the meal, couples will be able to enjoy their dinner by candlelight in the main dining room and are encouraged to bring their own beverages to the event. This class is being offered Thursday, February 17 from 6:30-9:00PM.
The class will start with snacks and RCC provides all food, equipment, and supplies. Couples will make the recipes after the demonstrations, and instructors will be on hand to offer assistance throughout the class. Guests will select their choice of entrée in advance from the menu below.
MAIN COURSE
Beef Wellington with Mushroom Duxelles
or
Salmon Wellington with Lemon Herb Goat’s Milk Cheese
SIDE DISHES
Confetti Quinoa
Grilled Asparagus
DESSERT
Dark Chocolate Ganache with Fresh Fruit and Grand Marnier or Kirschwasser
The community cooking classes are taught at the Rockland Community College Hospitality & Culinary Arts Center, located at 70 Main Street in Nyack, NY. The cost is $75 per person. Class will run from 6:30 – 9:00 pm and beginner and experienced cooks are welcome. The Food Enthusiast Program has limited space and those interested are encouraged to register early.
RCC’s Hospitality & Culinary Arts Center is offering additional classes during the next few months.
Schedule:
Pasta Making – Thursday, March 10
Holiday Appetizers and Hors D’ oeuvres – Thursday, April 7
Spring Special – Thursday, May 12
Registration for all classes is available on line at rccculinarycenter.com. For questions, contact the RCC Hospitality & Culinary Art Center’s director, Mark Davidoff at 845-875-7571 or mdavidof@sunyrockland.edu.
Masks are required, and for more COVID-related safety instructions and information, visit the College’s coronavirus webpage.
The RCC Hospitality and Culinary Arts Center was created in response to the burgeoning growth in restaurants and tourism in the Mid-Hudson Valley and the resulting need for more qualified workers. The curriculum focuses on New York artisanal food, craft beverages and agriculture. It offers fast-track culinary arts certificate programs, workforce-ready training for veterans and under-served populations, a state-of-the-industry teaching kitchen and a market store with freshly prepared foods for take-out or delivery. More information can be found at www.sunyrockland.edu.
Welcome to Clarkstown Picanha Brazilian Steakhouse
Supervisor George Hoehmann and Town Council members Don Franchino and Mike Graziano joined the Palisades Mall General Manager Darrin Houseman and the Greater Nanuet Chamber of Commerce at a grand opening for Picanha Brazilian Steakhouse.
The new restaurant is located on the first floor of the mall by The Cheesecake Factory. Congratulations to the owner, JP Miranda!
Nor’easter Storm expected to impact Nyack!
The Village of Nyack has declared a snow emergency Starting at 10PM, Friday, January 28, 2022.
Overview:
- 5 – 10″ of snow and strong winds likely across much of the Lower Hudson Valley Friday night into Saturday Afternoon.
- Snowfall Rates: Up to 1″/hour possible.
- Powdery Snow expected.
- Temps: Dropping into the teens to around 20 degrees Friday night and holding through Saturday around 10 degrees Saturday night.
- Difficult travel and blowing snow possible.
- Potential for moderate to locally major coastal impact.
Parking Lots Available
Village lots on Main Street and at the Nyack Marina are available to residents free of charge Friday night until the storm has passed. We will send an update when the snow emergency is lifted, and ample time will be provided for residents to move cars out of the lots so they can be safely cleared.
Please help our DPW crews to plow and salt the roads by moving cars into driveways or lots if possible – this is mandatory in the Snow Emergency Zones (see map). Cars may be ticketed if not moved.
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- Take charge. Make sure your cell phone and other electronic devices are fully charged. You may also want to pick up a portable charger to give batteries a boost when the power’s out.
- Keep it cool. Turn your freezer and refrigerator to the coldest setting. It will help keep food cool longer if the power goes out.
- Watch your water. Stock up on bottled water, and fill up your bathtub and spare containers.
- Plug protection. Be sure to protect major appliances, computers, and other electronically sensitive equipment by either unplugging them or using a surge protector.
- Fill ‘er up. Fill your car’s gas tank ahead of time.
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