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North Rockland Car Show Sunday Oct 16th in Haverstraw

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UPDATE: Due to possible rain, the North Rockland Car Show has been rescheduled to Sunday, October 16th, from 11-4 pm, in the Village of Haverstraw.

The event is a first-ever collaboration between the Village of Haverstraw, Montefiore Nyack Hospital Foundation, and the North Rockland Chamber of Commerce. Planning has been conducted for several months through a series of in-person and Zoom meetings, as well as walkthroughs by Chamber and Hospital Foundation members in the Village, where the event will be held.

North Rockland Car Show

Approximately 30 vehicles have been registered for the show with the North Rockland Chamber of Commerce. Additionally, a DJ and several show sponsors will be offering prizes and giveaways. Several Judges will preside over the event, and select the best cars of the day. The Stony Point-based firm RocklandWeb will be producing a video of the event, which will be posted to YouTube in mid October.

Sample of car entrants

We’re happy to be able to host this car show, to showcase both the North Rockland Chamber, and Montefiore Hospital, and see some great cars! We think it’s a great way for residents to come out and participate in a family friendly event.

Mike Kohut – Mayor, Village of Haverstraw, NY

At the time of writing of this article, the chance of rain for Sunday is 40%, with the main variable being the speed and trajectory of Hurricane Ian, currently in the vicinity of South Carolina. The planning committee continues to monitor the trajectory, and will make decisions on the morning of the event as prudence would dictate.

Montefiore Nyack Foundation has been a leading non-profit in the County since 1985.  As the fundraising arm of Montefiore Nyack Hospital, it is our mission to build strong community partnerships and hosting the car with the North Rockland Chamber does exactly that.  We are so fortunate to have a presence in the North Rockland Community.  This is only the beginning of more collaborative and meaningful work, together.

Tracie D. McLee – Executive Director , Montefiore Nyack Foundation, Nyack NY

In addition to this car show, Montefiore Nyack Foundation is also hosting “Rides and Strides” at NY Boulders Stadium, on Sunday, October 23rd. Proceeds will benefit The Breast Center at the Hospital.

We’re excited to be partnering with Montefiore Nyack Hospital Foundation — and to collaborate on our first North Rockland Car Show, as well as support our local businesses.

Stephanie Melowsky – President, North Rockland Chamber of Commerce

To learn more about the event, visit the North Rockland Chamber of Commerce event page.

Jawonio Celebrates October as a Stop & Shop Community Bag Program Beneficiary

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[New City, NY] – Jawonio, the non-profit provider of lifespan services for people with special needs has been selected as the beneficiary of the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program in October. This will be the second year in a row that Jawonio has had the opportunity to raise funds through this program.  

The Stop & Shop Community Bag Program, which launched in May 2019, is a reusable bag program that facilitates community support with the goal to make a difference in the communities where shoppers live and work.

Jawonio was selected as the October beneficiary of the program by store leadership at the Stop & Shop located in New City, NY. Jawonio will receive a $1 donation every time the $2.50 reusable Community Bag is purchased at this location in October unless otherwise directed by the customer through the Giving Tag attached to the bag.

“We are grateful to Stop and Shop as they continue to be wonderful community partners. The proceeds from the Community Bag Program will enhance our programs for children and adults with special needs as we move forward in these challenging times. “said Randi Rios-Castro, CEO.  

Jawonio is a nonprofit based in New City, NY and Yonkers, NY.  Founded in 1947, Jawonio is celebrating its 75th year of services and continues to be guided by their mission which is to advance the independence, well-being and equality for people with special needs. Jawonio is the 5th largest employer in Rockland with a staff of more than 900 employees serving more than 3000 individuals throughout the Lower Hudson Valley. To learn more about Jawonio, please visit www.jawonio.org

SAVE THE DATE FOR JAWONIO: 3rd Annual Virtual Livestream Gala, 12/4 hosted by Janice Huff, Chief Meteorologist, NBC4NY, a fundraiser for children and adults with disabilities, mental health challenges and chronic medical needs. Tickets are free, sponsorships are available at www.jawonio.org/2022-virtual-gala

For more information on the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program, visit stopandshop.2givelocal.com.

Dominican hosting Graduate Schools and Internships Fair October 4th; open to public

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Orangeburg, NY – Dominican University New York is hosting its 2022 Graduate Schools and Internships Fair on Tuesday, October 4, 2022.  Students, alumni, and the public are all welcome to attend. 

Manuel Juarez, M.S.Ed., Director of Career Development said, “Attending the Dominican University New York Graduate Programs and Internship Fair will expose you to new career opportunities within your current field, and may provide a career path that will lead to higher earnings and greater employment opportunities.”

The event takes place from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Hennessy Center at 495 Western Highway, Blauvelt, NY, 10913. 

There will be about 20 graduate schools and internship providers in attendance. The graduate schools that are participating include Rutgers Graduate School of Education, Binghamton University, Fordham University, Pace University, the New York Medical College Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, and many more.  New York State Police, Primerica, and Northwestern Mutual are among the internship providers that will attend.   

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.duny.edu/events/graduate-school-and-internship-fair/

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