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Putnam County to Participate in National Day of Prayer       Putnam County will participate in the National Day of Prayer on Thursday. May 1, 2008, at 12 noon at Cornerstone Park, corner of Fair Street, Carmel. Putnam County Executive Robert J. Bondi will be joined by Sheriff Donald B. Smith, and elected officials from all levels of government in Putnam Co... More ... Family Empowerment Conference Sponsored by Mental Health America of Dutchess       Mental Health America of Dutchess County is pleased to announce a "Family Empowerment Conference" on Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at the Mental Health America office, 253 Mansion Street, Poughkeepsie from 8:30am - 2:30pm. There are two workshops being offered. More ... NY State Assocation of Realtors Advises Empire State Housing Sales up From February       Sales of existing single-family homes in New York State in March increased by more than 10 percent compared to February, but lagged behind March 2007, according to preliminary single-family sales data accumulated by the New York State Association of REALTORS ®. More ... 2008 First Quarter Residential Real Estate Sales Report Out for Westchester and Putnam Counties       Although the Westchester- Putnam real estate market outperformed that of New York State and the country during the past two years, the ongoing national economic difficulties finally caught up with the area during the winter months of 2007-2008. More ... Bridge Fever "River Run" Comes to Poughkeepsie       The Walkway Over the Hudson Organization and the Marathon Project, sponsored by the Council on Addiction, Prevention & Education of Dutchess County will host the Bridge Fever "River Run" on Saturday, June 21, 2008, along the City of Poughkeepsie waterfront. More ... SeniorNet News Includes Retirement and Registration       At the Putnam County Office for Aging William Koehler Senior Center SeniorNet, the retirement of the Lab Coordinate Specialist, as well as new registrations for July through January courses are now announced, and are ready for signups. There has been a renewed interest in the introductory and basi... More ... Highland Garden Club Installs New Officers       At the April 22 meeting, Corresponding Secretary Margaret Mills installed Mrs. Marlane Bernstein as President and Mrs. Sally Singh as Vice President. After the Installation the members enjoyed their annual covered dish luncheon. More ... Club Fit Calendar of Free Community Events - June       Club Fit Jefferson Valley is pleased to offer the following one-of-a-kind events during the month of June. These events are free and open to the public. For more information please visit www.clubfit.com. More ... Community Health Education Day in Peekskill at Hudson River HealthCare       On Wednesday, May 7, 2008, the Lower Hudson Valley Perinatal Network will present the 2nd Annual Community Health Education Day (CHED). This free event will be held at Peekskill High School, in the Library, from 2:30 until 4:30pm. More ... Relay for Life Fund Raises for American Cancer Society       Don't be too surprised if on May 1 Putnam County towns sport a new hue. After all, May 1 is the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life "Paint the Town Purple" day. Individuals and businesses around the county who support the annual fundraising event will be showing their colors by wearing someth... More ... Invasive Plants: Beware - Presentation at Hudson Highlands Nature Museum       Join the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum on Wednesday May 7, at 7:30pm at the Outdoor Discovery Center Farmhouse, 20 Kenridge Farm Drive, Route 9W, Cornwall, for the May Evening Speakers Series: Why We Should Be Concerned About Invasive Plants! More ... Step Up and Join the Movement for the 2008 Walk MS in Putnam County       Spring is in the air and that means it's time to lace up your sneakers and join the movement at the 2008 Walk MS in Carmel sponsored by Sayegh Law. More ... It's Not Too Late to File for Your 2008 Stimulus Payment       Even though the April 15 tax deadline has passed, it is not too late to file for your economic stimulus payment this year. Persons who qualify for the payment must file a 2007 tax return by October 15, 2008. Millions of people are eligible but may not know it, or think it is too late to get a pay... More ... Glynwood Center Hosts a Spring Celebration on their Farm Family fun includes viewing the farm animals, demonstrations on weaving, gardening and beekeeping       The Glynwood Center celebrates spring with a day of family fun on their working farm on Saturday, May 10 from 1pm to 5pm. Open to the public, the day includes the opportunity to see the baby animals, including the spring ritual of the sheering of the sheep as well as demonstrations on weaving, gar... More ... Franciscan Friars of the Atonement to Inaugurate National Wildflower Week Seeds to be blessed and planted at Graymoor on Sunday       The Franciscan Friars of the Atonement will inaugurate National Wildflower Week on Sunday, May 4 by blessing and planting wildflower seeds immediately after the 11am Mass in Pilgrim Hall. In addition, packets of seeds will be distributed for planting at home along with a blessing prayer. More ... Special Presentation for Parents of Twins, Triplets, And More       Registrations are now being accepted for "Something Special for Parents of Twins, Triplets, and More, provided by the Mental Health America of Dutchess County, a.k.a. Mental Health Association in Dutchess County, and the DC Parents of Multiples Group. More ... Separating, Divorced, Unmarried Parent Education Program in Putnam       The Dispute Resolution Center (DRC) has announced the next dates for its parenting education program, "Parents Apart: Helping Children Cope with Separation and Divorce." The program is designed for parents who are involved in divorce, separation, or have never lived together but share a child. Fir... More ... Assemblywoman Galef: Assembly Targets Internet Sex Predators e-STOP Regulates Sex Offender use of Internet       Assemblywoman Sandy Galef announced that a new measure was passed in the Assembly on the Electronic Security and Targeting of Online Predators Act (A.9859, "e-STOP"). This bill will help regulate sex offenders' use of the Internet, which will help prevent predators from victimizing children on Int... More ... Osteoporosis Awareness Group Discusses Bone Density Testing       The osteoporosis group is inviting men and women of all ages who are concerned about osteoporosis. Join them for support, shared experiences and learning about the value of healthy lifestyle in dealing with this condition. More ... Support Connection Announces May Sessions for Breast and Ovarian Cancer Support Groups       Support Connection, Inc., a not-for profit organization that provides free, confidential support services for people affected by breast and ovarian cancer, offers a wide range of support groups women with breast and ovarian cancer. Groups are offered in Putnam and Westchester. For a complete calen... More ... Restaurant and Tavern Association Goes Irish at its Next Meeting       The Dutchess Putnam Restaurant & Tavern Association will hold its monthly business luncheon on Tuesday, May 13 (please note that this is a onetime change from the usual 3rd Tuesday of the month date). It will be held at the Irish Eyes Pub, 850 Rt. 376, Wappingers Falls. More ... Spring Brings Bird Song and Birdathon       On Saturday, May 10, three teams of expert birders from Putnam Highlands Audubon Society (PHAS) will undertake the annual Birdathon fundraiser, experiencing exhaustion and exhilaration in their effort to find as many bird species as possible in 24 hours. More ... Lag Ba'Omer Shalom Tots Celebration at Temple Beth- El       Shalom Tots is a hands-on experience which explores upcoming Jewish holidays and celebrates Shabbat. This month they will talk about Lag Ba'Omer. Subject matter is geared towards tots ages 4 and under (with their families). Bring your friends, programs are free and all are welcome. The program ta... More ... Join Temple Beth-El's Rabbi for Weekly Talmud Class       Join Rabbi Neal Loevinger for his weekly Talmud class. The focus is on Mishnah Brachot, the earliest Talmud on Jewish prayer, and its later commentaries. More ... Putnam Hospital Center Initiates Early Pregnancy Classes       The Birthing Center at Putnam Hospital Center is now offering free early pregnancy classes, designed to help mothers to-be to get off to a good start in the early months of their pregnancy. More ... Brownies Seeking Donations for Dog and Cat Shelter in Beacon       Brownie Troop 1406 is asking all those who love their own four-legged friends to help them bring "love" to the less fortunate furry friends residing at the Animal Rescue Foundation ("ARF") in Beacon. They are collecting food and other pet car products to bring to the local dogs and cats awaiting ... More ... Hudson Highlands Land Trust's Take-a- Hike! Program Launches with Two Hikes During Earth Week Fifteen More Hikes to Enjoy through October       The Hudson Highlands Land Trust Take-a-Hike! program was off to a great start last week with two very different hikes celebrating Earth Week. The first hike of the season, Go Green at Black Rock Forest, took place on Saturday, April 19 at Black Rock Forest Consortium in Cornwall. More ... Fishkill Creek Watershed to Meet       The Fishkill Creek Watershed Committee will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, May 12 at 7-9pm in the East Fishkill Community Library, Rt. 376, next to East Fishkill Town Hall. The public is invited. The watershed covers over 190 square miles from Millbrook to Putnam County. More ... Manitoga Summer Nature & Design Camp to Hold Open Day This Saturday       Manitoga/The Russel Wright Design Center's 75 acres of woodland paths and streams will once again host a season of summer fun and learning when Summer Nature & Design Camp swings into action on July 7. More ... Parent Support Group for Children with Special Needs Meets in Cold Spring       A support group for parents for children with special needs will have its next meeting in Cold Spring on Sunday, May 3 from 3-5:30pm. Hosting and moderating the group, at her studio at the Carriage House at 8 Marion Avenue in Cold Spring, will be Dr. Suzi Tortora, Ed.D. It is being held on the wee... More ... Putnam County Department of Health is Offering Two Free Programs for All New Moms       Are you a mom of a child between the ages of 0 and 1 who would like to learn more about newborn care, breastfeeding, child development, parenting and child safety as well as receive social and emotional support? The parenting programs offered by the Putnam County Department of Health are for you. More ... Celiac Support Group Meets Monthly at Vassar Brothers       The monthly meeting of the Hudson Valley Celiac Support Group meets in Conference Room B at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Poughkeepsie, on the third Tuesday of each month from 7-8:30pm. More ... Warbler Walk at Twin Hills Preserve Conducted by Putnam County Land Trust       This Saturday, May 3, at 8a.m. Bring binoculars to see the returning song birds such as tree swallows, pine and palm warblers, and other delights. For more information or to register, please call (845) 228- 5635. More ... Congressman Hall, Bill Evans, Putnam Audubon Society Discuss, Present and Dine at the Taconic Outdoor Center By Adele Stern       On April 5th attendees of the Putnam Highlands Audubon Society enjoyed an exciting and enlightening evening as they partook in a savory, sumptuous feast. More ...

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