They’ve got a busy few months ahead!
On Saturday, Sept. 19, The Center, a community resource facility on Main St. in Highland Falls, celebrated its sixth anniversary with an open house.
What started as a one-woman show has morphed into a force to be reckoned with, and a corps of volunteers. Ann Molina, a lifelong Highland Falls resident, started The Center, located at 274 Main St., because she saw a need in the community for not only a place to provide connections, but a place for everyone to go for activities. Through the five full years of its existence it has, in various locations, served as a place for classes, a meeting room, a place just to stop in and rest, and more. The Center also manages the Town of Highlands senior citizen recreation program.
What is one of the most significant ongoing fundraisers that The Center has? They have a steady group of community residents who drop off their cans and bottles to be recycled. “Those five cents add up quickly,” Molina and Denise Gibney noted. “We’ve paid everything from the rent to our liability insurance with that type of donation!”
Here are a few up the upcoming events at The Center.
Tuesday, Oct. 6: student advocacy and assistance 10:30 a.m.-noon.
Wednesdays, Oct. 7, Nov. 4 and Dec. 2: Highlands Community Coalition at Santangelo’s 287 Main St. Wear mask,11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Addressing issues associated with drugs and alcohol.
Wednesdays, Oct. 7 – April 28: Community String Orchestra, 7-8 p.m.. For all ages at the American Legion Hall, tuition.
Saturday, Oct. 17: 9 a.m. -3 p.m. Outdoor fall shopping spree. Holiday gifts and more at the American Legion Hall. Vendors needed. Krispy Kreme donuts on sale.
Wednesday, Oct. 21: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Social Hour. Bring your coffee and let’s talk. Must wear mask.
Saturday, Oct. 24: 6:30 -9 p.m. Sip-n-Paint at American Legion Hall. $35pp. Limited participation.
Tuesday, Oct. 27: Free gift bag raffle (Highlands Recreation for Older Adults), at 5 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 12: Army-Navy buffet tailgate party (two large screens) at American Legion Hall, seating inside and outside.
Thursday, Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Party 7 p.m. – 1 a.m., American Legion Hall.
