ConnectionMOREAU COMMUNITY CENTER NEWSLETTER FALL / WINTER 2017

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Moreau Community CenterMaking Community Connections

Mission Statement:

To meet the multi-generational needs of the community in a compassionate & inclusive environment.

Vision: To be a community leader in establish-ing partnerships in the community to meet un-fulfilled needs.

To be a leader in developing quality programs and services.

To find solutions to community problems and issues requiring collaboration and initiatives.

Values: Collaboration, Inclusion, and Individuality.

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“Carpy!” You can hear that ringing out in the halls of the

schools when she works as an aide, in the hall of St. Michael’s

when she works Bingo every week, or when she walks in

the back door of the Community Center. Linda Carpenter is

everywhere and knows everybody. She is one of the funniest,

most unassuming people you have ever met. She loves

people—interacting with them, helping them, laughing with

them, and picking on them.

You will see her working the Marathon Dance concession stand, St. Michael’s bereavement

com-mittee, any Community Center event, and Bingo every Thursday night (when she isn’t at a

grandkid’s game, that is). Linda embodies the hometown Bulldog girl and can tell you anything

you want to know about anybody, including what she hears on the scanner. Volunteerism is about

warmth of spirit and soul—Linda Carpenter has both in spades.

Volunteer Spotlight

Linda “Carpy” Carpenter

A BIG Thank You To Our VolunteersThe Center appreciates that time and talent are precious and wants every minute that you

volunteer with us to be worthwhile. We recently revised our volunteer process to include

standardized forms, training, schedules, tracking, and recruitment. With the myriad of volunteer

opportunities, we defined job descriptions hoping to match the skills and interests of our

volunteers with activities and tasks.

Thinking of volunteering or need to fulfill a service requirement? NOW is the time to reach out to

the Center. We work with school programs, service organizations and court-mandated individuals

to provide a meaningful volunteer experience. Without your service, we would not be able to meet

the needs of those who live in our community. Our goal is to ensure the most effective utilization of

your volunteer service in fulfilling our commitment to meet the needs of our community.

September 9 th

10:00AM – 5:00PMCOOPER’S CAVE PARK GAZEBO

FIRST STREET IN SOUTH GLENS FALLS!

10:00AM – 4:00PMBounce House | Rock Wall | Zorbie Balls | SGF Fire TruckGrant’s Cottage | DJ– Mike DubrayRaffle Tickets Sales – Drawing at 4:00PM

10:00AM – 5:00PM Vendor Displays11:00AM – 2:00PM Dunking Booth12:30PM Pumpkin Art

DEMONSTRATIONS:11:00AM Tai-Chi/Kung Fu12:00PM Bolton Dance Academy1:00PM GF Tae Kwon Do2:00PM SGF High School Cheerleaders

Brought to you by:

F U N GA M E S FO R A L L AG E SFAC E PA I N TI N GC E N TE R ’ S FO O D B O OTHF R E E BA L LO O N S

PULLED PORK BBQ2:00PM – 5:00PMPRE-SALE TICKETS: $10(Available at The Center)DAY OF TICKETS: $12

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Community DinnersSeptember 18th and October 16th

E AT I N or TAK E O U T !Join us with rolling seating from 4:30PM-6:00PM or if your schedule doesn’t allow you to eat in, call ahead & order your dinners for pick up. This has become very popular especially with our busy families (athletic, school & other activities). Let us do the cooking while you enjoy your family!

$9.00/ADULTS $5.00/KIDS UNDER 3 FREEReservations Required - Thursday BeforeDay-of walk-ins are limited.Sponsorships, volunteers or in-kind donations are always welcome!

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BINGO!EVERY THURSDAY

St. Michaels Church: 80 Saratoga Ave. SGF

$1,400 prize give-a-way!2 Split Pot Games | Progressive Game | Bell Jar

Doors & Snack Bar open at 5pmBINGO starts at 6:30pm

18+ Only | House RulesNo BINGO: Oct. 12th, Nov. 23rd, Dec. 12th & 28th

A n n ua l D e s s e r tC a r d Pa r t y !

Wednesday, Oct. 24th | 5:00-8:30 pmThis is always a fun evening. Finger sandwiches,

desserts, sherbet punch, coffee and tea.Many door prizes and a 50/50 raffle. ONLY $5.

Not a card player? Bring a board game.Please RSVP. Walk-ins are welcome.

Blood DriveTuesday, September 19th, 1–6pm144 Main St. South Glens Falls

Sponsored by South Glens Falls Chamber of Commerce and Moreau Community Center.

To schedule an appointment, please call (518) 792-6007 or visit RedCrossBlood.org and use

sponsor code: MOREAU COMMUNITY CENTER

JOIN US FOR

“ Mor e au M a xDay of G i v i ng ”

24 HOURS ON GIVING TUESDAY NOVEMBER 28TH

Donate to the Moreau Community Center and help us make a difference in your community!

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Back To School Program

On behalf of the Moreau Community Center’s Board of Directors, staff and those who we assist through this program, we would like to thank you for your support. This year we were able to provide 36 children with necessary school supplies and a gift card for clothing and shoes.

Each year the Moreau Community Center continues to advance its mission of meeting the multi-generational needs of the community. Without support from individuals and businesses in our community, important programs such as the Back to School Program would not be possible. We can’t thank you enough for making a difference in the lives of the people of our community.

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2017 Camp MoreauServed over 172 children & provided 13 scholarships!

FIELD TRIPS INCLUDED:The Trampoline Park, Liberty Ridge, Bowling, Usher’s Park, Animal Land, ADK Adventures Ropes Course, Children’s Museum of Science & Moreau State Park.

A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSERS FOR PROVIDING NO-COST SERVICES.C.C.F.W.- Nutrition & Wellness Class | MacDonald’s - Weekly Tae Kwon DoPrevention Council - Teaching Team Building

The kids had a BLAST, either all summer or just a week, they packed more in a day (with the help of our trained staff) than thought possible. Beach day, arts and crafts, athletic and recreational activities, gardening, or just simple board games were all part of the fun.

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Kids KornerLooking for a safe, activity-oriented, certified program for before and/or after school?

Kids Korner, run by the Moreau Community Center, provides affordable before and after-school programs at the SGF elementary schools. County Assistance Accepted. Open enrollment. Find your application online!

Pre-SchoolAT THE MOREAU COMMUNITY CENTER 30+ years!

Our PreSchool offers *1/2 day programs*3 days a week for 3-4 year oldsA parent said: “We chose this pre-school on the recommendation of friends. After seeing first hand how well our daughter adapted to school, how fast she was learning & how much she loves it, we knew we made the right choice.”

SEPT. 6TH: “Back to School” Parent meetingSEPT 8TH: “First Day of School” Afternoon classes openings still available.

Holiday Bazaar36th Annual

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH 4:00PM-8:00PM&

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18TH 9:00AM-3:00PM

BROWSE AND SHOP OVER 25 TABLESYou will have a chance to win a beautiful hand-made quilt!

Visit our Food Court for breakfast, lunch & dinner (take out available)

Stop by our Cookie Walk for some homemade cookies.Don’t forget to participate in the Lucky Draw Raffle!

Thrift Store will also be open upstairs.

2017 Holiday Caring ProgramPLEASE SUPPORT THIS PROGRAM BY MAKING AN IN-KIND/MONETARY DONATION OR BY ADOPTING A FAMILY OR CHILD.

The holidays inevitably cause us to focus on how richly we are blessed. There is an almost universal understanding of what we really have to be thankful for; family, friends, and lasting relationships. In this spirit, the Board of Directors and Staff at the Moreau Community Center send you our sincere thanks for supporting us in the past. We are a Community Center that derives its identity from the support of our community members.

With your generosity and support, last year we were able to help 167 FAMILIES (67 elderly, 197 adults, and 210 children) at Thanksgiving with a wonderful dinner. At Christmas we helped 177 FAMILIES (67 elderly, 199 adults, and 218 children) with food, clothing, and toys.Beginning October 2, 2017, we will be accepting applications for recipients. Please visit the Center Monday - Friday 8:00AM-4:00PM

PLANNING A SPECIAL EVENT, CELEBRATION, CLASS OR MEETING? Center Event Space Room Rentals. Reasonable Rates! NON-PROFITS FREE!

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Board of DirectorsCraig Seybolt, President | Debbie Fitzgibbon, Vice PresidentWilliam MacDuff, Secretary | Kevin Elms, Treasurer | Allie Myott, Student LiaisonJohn Hills | Sonya Jurnak | Christopher Music | Joseph OrlowJean Tedesco | Betty Wimette

StaffDonna C. Nichols, Executive Director | Gloria Osier, Finance ManagerJeanne Gutheil, Senior Program Dir. | Vanessa Ross, Senior Program Assist.Jennifer Rich, Youth Program Dir. | Darcy Johnson, Youth Program Assist.Rosemary White, Resource Manager | Barbara Powhida, Dial-A-Bus Operator Jennifer Smith, Pre-school Teacher | Stacey Moore, Pre-school AssistantKelly Obermayer, Development DirectorRobert West, Facilities Tech. | Arthur Gadway, Maintenance

The mission of the Moreau Community Center is to meet the multi-generational needs of the community in a compassionate and inclusive environment.