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FEATURED SPOTLIGHTS:

HITS-on-the-Hudson / HITS Horse Shows 2010 Season Continues: May 26 – September 19
HITS Horse Shows in Saugerties
© ESI Photography. Margie Engle in the $75,000 HITS Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health, at HITS Saugerties.



MEET LOCAL BUSINESSES & SERVICES:

Reflexology & Energetic Healing with Jan Shapiro, RN, BSN, Certified Reflexologist

Commission Stacie Flint To Create A Personalized, Vibrant, Portrait Painting Of Your Loved Ones To Enjoy A Lifetime



IT'S ALL ABOUT FOOD:

Explore Food in & Around Ulster County & Visit Our Online Dining Guide, Listed By Cuisine



JUST FOR KIDS:

August - Summer Fitness Challenge Continues With FREE Exercise Programs 

Starting September 20 - “Hands-On-Horses!” Afterschool Horsemanship Classses at Norwegian Wood Farm 

Back to school – Already Oh No!!!! Child Care Help Available

The Little People's Place - Openings Available for Fall 2010 



COMMUNITY NOTES:

YMCA School's Out Supplies Drive

The YMCA of Kingston & Ulster County Summer Newsletter 

September 26 - Bike for Cancer Gears Up to Raise Money for Cancer Patients 



CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & HAPPENINGS:

Visit TheCommunityGuide.net's Online Calendar Of Events Page For Additional Annual Events & Festivals

Free Monthly Workshops & Support Groups Utilizing The Sedona Method®

HITS-on-the-Hudson / HITS Horse Shows 2010 Season Continues: May 26 – September 19

HITS-on-the-Hudson Equestrian Art Exhibition At Fletcher Gallery, Then At HITS, Followed By Art Auction September 12

Stacie Flint at Millbrook Winery 

Starting September 2 - Build Your Business Through These Great Networking Events with Ulster County Regional Chamber of Commerce 

Starting September 7 - YMCA Swimming Instruction Program 

Starting September 10 - Benedictine Hospital Upcoming Events 

September 10-12 - Fall Crafts At Lyndhurst 

September 12 - Tickets On Sale Now For The Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix & John Fogerty Concert at HITS-on-the-Hudson

September 15 - 25th Anniversary Birthday Bash of Neugarten Family Birth Center at Northern Dutchess Hospital 

Starting September 18 - A.I.R. Studio Gallery Events

Starting September 21 - Northern Dutchess Hospital Announces Community Lecture Series 

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FEATURE:
HITS-on-the-Hudson / HITS Horse Shows Continues
2010 Season: May 26 – September 19
HITS Horse Shows in Saugerties
© ESI Photography. Margie Engle in the $75,000 HITS Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health, at HITS Saugerties.



It’s Show Time…
HITS Horse Shows are back for another action-packed season!
Join us in Saugerties, New York for Olympic-style equestrian show jumping Wednesday through Sunday!!!

Family fun is only a jump away at HITS-on-the-Hudson!

When:
Daily, Wednesday-Sunday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. during show weeks. Upcoming shows include:
NY Horse & Pony Show (VI): August 4-8

HITS-on-the-Hudson VII: September 1-5
HITS-on-the-Hudson VIII: September 8-11 (CSI2*-W)
Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix and John Fogerty Concert: September 12
( http://www.hitsshows.com/pdf/ny_fogerty_fact_sheet.pdf )
Marshall & Sterling League National Finals: September 16-19

Season Highlights:
In addition to the weekly schedule which features 250 different show jumping classes, the HITS Saugerties Show Series offers a wide variety of special events for spectators and equestrians, alike. Some of the most popular events include the annual Purina Mills Kids Day, the World of the Horse Celebration, the Taste of HITS-on-the-Hudson, and the HITS-on-the-Hudson Classic Car Show, to name a few.

New for 2010!!! First ever Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix on Sunday, September 12!!! The world’s richest Grand Prix featuring the best High-Performance riders in the sport. Pfizer Million Sunday will include a variety of exciting exhibitions and activities for children leading up to the Pfizer Million Grand Prix which will begin at 1:30pm. After the Grand Prix, stick around for a very special performance by music legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer John Fogerty!

Ticket prices for the Pfizer Million on Sunday, September 12 are $50 and include the John Fogerty concert; children 12 and under are admitted for free. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit: http://www.hitsshows.com/fogerty/fogerty.html

Be sure to check HitsShows.com for a complete list of this season's special events.
 
Weekly Grand Prix Highlights, Presented by Pfizer Animal Health:
Fridays:                                    $25,000 HITS Grand Prix
Sunday, August 8:                     $125,000 Strongid C 2X Grand Prix
Sunday, September 5:              $50,000 HITS Grand Prix
Saturday, September 11:          $50,000 FEI World Cup Qualifier/Pfizer Million Wild Card Grand Prix
Sunday, September 12: Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix & John Fogerty Concert!!!!

Admission:
May 26 - September 11, 2010
Wednesday - Saturday: Free
Sunday: Adults $5, children under the age of 12 get free admission. All proceeds from the gate go directly to Family of Woodstock, Inc., a non-for-profit organization serving Ulster County.

Ticket prices for the Pfizer Million on Sunday, September 12 are $50 and include the John Fogerty concert; children 12 and under are admitted for free. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit: http://www.hitsshows.com/fogerty/fogerty.html

Directions: The HITS Saugerties Show Series is held at HITS-on-the-Hudson in Saugerties, New York, located just two miles from Exit 20 on the NYS Thruway.

Cars From The North: Exit 20 off of Interstate 87 (New York State Thruway) After tollbooth, turn right onto State Route 32 North and go 1.0 mile. Turn right onto Peoples Road and go 0.9 miles. Turn left after train tracks onto Canoe Hill Road and go 0.5 miles. Canoe Hill Road becomes Krout Road continue for1.8 miles. Turn right onto Washington Avenue Extension. Show grounds will be on the left, park at Gate D or E.

Cars From The South: Exit 20 off of Interstate 87 (New York State Thruway). After tollbooth, turn left onto Ulster Avenue 0.2 miles. Turn right onto State Route 32 North and go 1.0 mile. Turn right onto Peoples Road and go 0.9 miles. Turn left after train tracks onto Canoe Hill Road and go 0.5 miles. Canoe Hill Road becomes Krout Road continue for1.8 miles. Turn right onto Washington Avenue Extension. Show grounds will be on the left, park at Gate D or E.

Spectator Parking & Entrance: Gates D or E only. Parking is free.

The Facility: HITS-on-the-Hudson, Saugerties, New York The HITS-on-the-Hudson equestrian facility is nestled at the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, just one mile outside the village of Saugerties. The show grounds feature 10 different competition rings, including a Grand Prix ring, a Main Hunter ring, two jumper rings, four hunter rings, an equitation ring and six separate schooling areas. Spectator seating is available at every ring and in the VIP Pavilion, which overlooks the Grand Prix ring and Main Hunter ring. Spectator parking is located off the Washington Avenue entrances at Gates D or E.

Refreshments: HITS-on-the-Hudson offers an on-site Food Service Pavilion and Ice Cream Parlor, which has an assortment of frozen delights and Starbucks coffee. The HITS Bar & Grill serves up pizza and cold beer in a spacious air-conditioned lounge. Spectators can grab some lunch and find a grassy spot on the berms while watching some of the world's best show jumping with the entire family right here in the Hudson Valley.
Shopping: The HITS Saugerties Mall features clothing, tack, fine jewelry, custom footwear, art and photography, and custom HITS souvenirs.

For additional details, please visit www.hitsshows.com and HITS Saugerties at www.hitsshows.com/saugerties/index.html



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Reflexology & Energetic Healing With Jan Shapiro, RN, BSN, Certified Reflexologist            
 
Experience the combined modalities of Foot Reflexology, Therapeutic Touch and Polarity with a seasoned, respectful practitioner.                   
 
Deep relaxation, pain relief (including foot pain), stress reduction, improved immunity are just a few possible benefits of treatment.    
                    
20% discount for new clients and summer birthdays!

Offices in Kingston and New Paltz
jans963@gmail.com
763-234-6901
www.reflexologyenergetichealing.com


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Commission Stacie Flint To Create A Personalized, Vibrant, Portrait Painting Of Your Loved Ones To Enjoy A Lifetime

STACIE FLINT PORTRAIT PAINTING COMMISSIONS

STACIE FLINT PORTRAIT PAINTING COMMISSIONS

BIO
Hudson Valley, New York, artist Stacie Flint's contemporary expressionist figurative oil painted canvases are collected in the United States and Europe.  The images have been used as magazine covers, for children's book illustration, on an album cover, and a stage set.  Stacie Flint also paints portrait and public commissions.  A recently completed project is five large canvases for Ulster County Area Transit in Kingston, New York, and features staff and passengers of the buses.

STATEMENT
When I paint, I am painting a reflection of my life: a colorful, direct, and everyday narrative of ordinary moments in time.  In these vibrant oil paintings, which have a life of their own, people, pets, and things from my imagination appear isolated, but interact within a bold composition.  I am inspired most by observing the commercial, fast paced and media oriented aspects of the suburban lifestyle.  This, combined with my primary impulse for vivid color and expressive character, makes me laugh!  I love my work, and these paintings make me feel good.  I know they will make you feel good, too.  

COMMISSION PAINTING AND COMMISION PORTRAITS BY STACIE FLINT
I like to tell a story — not in words, but in oil paint. I do this by choosing vivid colors and a loose application, adjusting according to need. My commission paintings have vibrancy, but a more specific focus than my personal work. For commissions I compose a unique interpretation of your favorite people, family, and pets, and what they love. A relaxed and softly off-beat likeness is achieved by painting from provided photographs, used as a reference. Like all my work, the commission paintings are always fun, but they are also a one-of-a-kind, personal piece that is more than a snapshot record. It explores a moment in time and relationship, full of life!

SUBJECTS for my commission oil paintings include:
• Family portraits of everyday home life
• Formal family portraits
• Original oil paintings of family and pets
• Commission paintings of work life
• Pet portraiture (pet portraits): your pet alone or a portrait of you with your pet
• Commission oil painting of your children
• Pet paintings: dogs, cats, birds, horses, rabbits, or other pet
• Hand-painted portraits from your photos

I create uniquely interpreted hand painted commission portraits from your photograph. Using photographs to create the painting provides the easiest and most convenient way to produce an original custom portrait.

If you would like more information please call me at (845) 255-2505, or email me, and I will be happy to answer any questions you might have. As I create paintings from photographs, I can create custom commission paintings for clients in Ulster County, Dutchess County, Columbia County, Greene County, Orange County, the Mid Hudson Valley and throughout the U.S.

- Stacie Flint 
Expressionist Oil Paintings
Portrait Commissions

Phone:  845-255-2505
eMail:  StacieFlint@yahoo.com
www.stacieflint.com
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August - Summer Fitness Challenge Continues With FREE Exercise Programs 

2nd Annual Summer Fitness Challenge
continues with FREE exercise programs
for Ulster County Youth
 
The Junior League of Kingston's 2nd annual Summer Fitness Challenge continues with FREE exercise programs each week throughout the Summer for Ulster County youth aged 5-12 years old.  The Junior League of Kingston and Parisi Speed School are teaming up to host a variety of fun free fitness activities every Saturday morning from 8:00am-8:30am at Forsyth Nature Center and every Wednesday night from 5:00pm-5:30pm at the Parisi Speed School located in MAC Fitness on Route 9W in Kingston.
www.macfitness.net
www.parisischool.com

In an effort to display how physical activity can provide personal enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction, the Junior League of Kingston is asking kids to get outside and get physical. The Summer Fitness Challenge runs through August 28 and encourages kids to be active a minimum of 30 minutes per day 5 days a week during the months of July and August 2010. 

It is through community service projects such as Summer Fitness Challenge and Kids Run Wild that the Junior League of Kingston continues to fulfill its commitment to the health and wellness of children and their families in our Ulster County community. The Junior League of Kingston will honor all the participants who complete the Summer Fitness Challenge in October 2010.

For more information about the Summer Fitness Challenge and the Junior League of Kingston please visit our website at www.juniorleaguekingston.org.

ABOUT THE ASSOCIATION OF JUNIOR LEAGUES INTERNATIONAL (AJLI)
The Association of Junior Leagues International Inc. (AJLI) is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. For more information please visit www.ajli.org.

ABOUT THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF KINGSTON
The Junior League of Kingston, NY Inc. (JLK), an all volunteer, non-profit women's organization, has been making a difference in our area since 1922. The League through its volunteer efforts and financial support enhances the well being of families in our community. The League identifies, creates and participates in projects that match our community needs with our members’ skills and interests. The Junior League of Kingston’s signature project is Forsyth Nature Center with whom we have collaborated and sponsored many projects including adding a greenhouse, gazebo, picnic area, staging area and tortoise house. Recently the League created and sponsored Kids Run Wild and Summer Fitness Challenge for children aged 5-12 years old. Many of the ventures started by the League have been adopted by libraries and other community service organizations. For more information about the Junior League of Kingston please visit our website at www.juniorleaguekingston.org.


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Starting September 20 - “Hands-On-Horses!” Afterschool Horsemanship Classes at Norwegian Wood Farm 

Begin Sept. 20 at Norwegian Wood Farm, Kerhonkson
 
For 6 weeks, beginning Monday, September 20, Norwegian Wood Farm in Kerhonkson will be offering “Hands-On-Horses” a horse care class designed to introduce young people to the magical world of horses.  The class will meet every Monday from 4:30 pm to 6 pm and is open to boys and girls ages 7 to 14. Groups will be split by age if warranted.
 
Topics will include: grooming and general horse care, leading and groundwork, breeds and colorings, horse sports and riding disciplines, tack and equipment, and stable management.  All students can expect to work closely with the farm's horses and ponies, which range in size and breed from a miniature shetland to a large and lovable Belgian draft horse!
 
Cori Nichols, farm owner, is a horsewoman with more than 35 years' experience who teaches with knowledge and joy.  Her students learn not only about horses and how to care for them, but also how to work together with others to achieve common goals: happy healthy horses.
 
Cost for the 6-week class is $135.  With 24 hours' notice, children can participate on a drop-in basis for $25 each class, if space allows.  The final class, held on Monday October 25, will feature a Know & Show, where students can WOW their friends and families with their newfound equestrian education!
 
To register for “Hands-On-Horses” or for more information, call Cori Nichols at 845-616-3608 or email Cori at NorwegianWoodFrm@aol.com.  To learn more about NWF and its all-weather facility, go to www.NorwegianWoodFarm.com.  NWF boasts 148 hilltop acres and offers English and Western riding lessons, dressage and cross-country jumping clinics, boarding, training and sales. Facilities include historic barns, outdoor jumping ring, covered riding ring, open fields and cross country jump course.

Norwegian Wood Farm
Kerhonkson, NY
Ponies for Event, Show & Pleasure
Lessons, Boarding, Training, Sales
Indoor, Outdoor & Grass Rings, XC


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Back to school – Already Oh No!!!! Child Care Help Available

Need to make arrangements for child care before and after school? What about snow days? Do you have a little one who needs full day care as well? Give the Family of Woodstock Child Care Council a call. They provide a FREE referral service to families seeking child care options. Contact Laurie Rankin at 845-331-7080 Ext. 126 or by e-mail at lrankin@familyofwoodstockinc.org



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The Little People's Place - Openings Available for Fall 2010 

The Little People's Place is a licensed preschool/daycare located in Gardiner, NY.  The owner is a NY State certified teacher with a concentration in early childhood development.  The staff is trained in various aspects of child development. We have been in business for 17 years.

Our program consists of free play/center time, snack, circle time, pre-kindergarten readiness, arts and crafts projects, outdoor play, rest time and group activities.  Colors, shapes, pre-writing/writing, pre-reading/reading, math, science, language(s) cooperative activities etc. are all incorporated into our program.  We offer daycare, preschool and before/after school care. 

Openings are available for Fall 2010!

The Little People's Place
246 Farmers Turnpike
Gardiner, NY  12525
845-256-0364


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Free Monthly Workshops & Support Groups Utilizing The Sedona Method®

At Stone Ridge Healing Arts
     3457 Main Street
     Stone Ridge, NY 12484

You are all invited to join us for free, every second and fourth Wednesday of each month, as we explore how easy it is to let go of all the internal controversies and obstacles  that get in the way of our peace, success and love.
 
What is The Sedona Method?
 
The Sedona Method is a very simple, easy to use method of self inquiry that helps us to effortlessly let go of all the "stuck" places in our lives.  While The Sedona Method is not a psychotherapeutic technique, it does support and prove the cognitive psychological premise that when we change our minds, we change our lives.
 
How does The Sedona Method change our minds?
 
The Sedona Method uses very simple, easy to use, series of questions that invite us to effortlessly let go of old feelings and thoughts and behaviors that get in the way of our being receptive, resilient and productive in all the areas of our lives. The questions are so gentle and loving that they support the mind/body to effortlessly release tension and energy blocks and old patterns with ease.
 
My experience with The Sedona Method.
 
I have been using The Sedona Method since 2002 and it has helped me to cope with medical challenges that are sometimes very stressful and  debilitating. It has helped me find constructive ways to handle extremely difficult relationships. It has given me loving and supportive and productive ways to address all my fears and worries about  the economy and so many other worldly challenges we face in our lives everyday.
 
Each month I offer a FREE Introduction to The Sedona Method on the second Wednesday of that month from 7 PM - 8:30 PM.  We go over the four basic ways to "let go" and play around with these ways as we explore all the topics and issues that concern us in everyday life. Many of us who have been using The Sedona Method for a while find it incredibly helpful and wonderfully useful to review the four basic ways. Each time we use these simple processes they give us direct experience and new insight into how amazingly powerful and at the same time deeply loving they are.
 
Every fourth Wednesday of each month from 7 PM - 8:30 PM, I offer a FREE Sedona Method support group where we play around with the all the things we covered during the Introductory group.
 
Both groups are open to everyone anytime!

For more information email delilahpraete@gmail.com or call 845 626 3191
 
At The Art Society of Kingston
     97 Broadway
     Kingston, NY 12401

Breakthrough in Creativity: The Sedona Method ®
A small donation of $5.00 per person/per group,  is requested and will be given entirely to The Art society of Kingston
 
Artistic expression and creativity are often considered to be an unpredictable gift from the gods.  We tend to believe that art can only happen when the planets are aligned in some special way and we have eaten the right thing for breakfast.
 
What if you could ask yourself a few very simple questions, the right questions, and access infinite creativity?  What if it were possible  to gently and lovingly, while at the same time deeply and profoundly simply let go of all apparent blocks, obstacles, and resistance to your infinitely creative self?
 
Lester Levenson, the man who developed the Sedona Method was a visionary who recognized that the mind/body organism is infinitely creative.  He discovered a way to gently, lovingly and successfully go beyond perceived limitations and old concepts of ourselves, each other and the world around us.  He developed a simple, easy to use process of self inquiry that supports the mind/body to effortlessly let go of fears, tensions, old concepts, old images, old sensations, old patterns of expression and behavior with ease.
 
Letting go using The Sedona Method allows us to see beyond ordinary appearances and to create and express ourselves in new and extraordinary ways. We begin to witness the creative process express itself even in the most seemingly mundane parts of our lives and we are inspired and changed by this.
 
An Introduction to The Sedona Method is offered at The Art Society of Kingston the first Saturday morning of each month from 10 – 11:30 AM.
 
A Sedona Method Support Group is offered   at The Art Society of Kingston the third Saturday morning of each month from 10 – 11:30 AM.

All are welcome to join these twice monthly groups anytime to explore how The Sedona Method can help us to access and enhance the creative process.
 
For more information, contact Delilah Praete at:
 email: delilahpraete@gmail.com, or call 845 626 3191 



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HITS-on-the-Hudson / HITS Horse Shows Continues
2010 Season: May 26 – September 19, 2010

HITS Horse Shows in Saugerties
© ESI Photography. Margie Engle in the $75,000 HITS Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health, at HITS Saugerties.

It’s Show Time…
HITS Horse Shows are back for another action-packed season!
Join us in Saugerties, New York for Olympic-style equestrian show jumping Wednesday through Sunday!!!

Family fun is only a jump away at HITS-on-the-Hudson!

When:
Daily, Wednesday-Sunday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. during show weeks. Upcoming shows include:
NY Horse & Pony Show (VI): August 4-8

HITS-on-the-Hudson VII: September 1-5
HITS-on-the-Hudson VIII: September 8-11 (CSI2*-W)
Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix and John Fogerty Concert: September 12
( http://www.hitsshows.com/pdf/ny_fogerty_fact_sheet.pdf )
Marshall & Sterling League National Finals: September 16-19

Season Highlights:
In addition to the weekly schedule which features 250 different show jumping classes, the HITS Saugerties Show Series offers a wide variety of special events for spectators and equestrians, alike. Some of the most popular events include the annual Purina Mills Kids Day, the World of the Horse Celebration, the Taste of HITS-on-the-Hudson, and the HITS-on-the-Hudson Classic Car Show, to name a few.

New for 2010!!! First ever Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix on Sunday, September 12!!! The world’s richest Grand Prix featuring the best High-Performance riders in the sport. Pfizer Million Sunday will include a variety of exciting exhibitions and activities for children leading up to the Pfizer Million Grand Prix which will begin at 1:30pm. After the Grand Prix, stick around for a very special performance by music legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer John Fogerty!

Ticket prices for the Pfizer Million on Sunday, September 12 are $50 and include the John Fogerty concert; children 12 and under are admitted for free. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit: http://www.hitsshows.com/fogerty/fogerty.html

Be sure to check HitsShows.com for a complete list of this season's special events.
 
Weekly Grand Prix Highlights, Presented by Pfizer Animal Health:
Fridays:                                    $25,000 HITS Grand Prix
Sunday, August 8:                     $125,000 Strongid C 2X Grand Prix
Sunday, September 5:              $50,000 HITS Grand Prix
Saturday, September 11:          $50,000 FEI World Cup Qualifier/Pfizer Million Wild Card Grand Prix
Sunday, September 12: Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix & John Fogerty Concert!!!!

Admission:
May 26 - September 11, 2010
Wednesday - Saturday: Free
Sunday: Adults $5, children under the age of 12 get free admission. All proceeds from the gate go directly to Family of Woodstock, Inc., a non-for-profit organization serving Ulster County.

Ticket prices for the Pfizer Million on Sunday, September 12 are $50 and include the John Fogerty concert; children 12 and under are admitted for free. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit: http://www.hitsshows.com/fogerty/fogerty.html

Directions: The HITS Saugerties Show Series is held at HITS-on-the-Hudson in Saugerties, New York, located just two miles from Exit 20 on the NYS Thruway.

Cars From The North: Exit 20 off of Interstate 87 (New York State Thruway) After tollbooth, turn right onto State Route 32 North and go 1.0 mile. Turn right onto Peoples Road and go 0.9 miles. Turn left after train tracks onto Canoe Hill Road and go 0.5 miles. Canoe Hill Road becomes Krout Road continue for1.8 miles. Turn right onto Washington Avenue Extension. Show grounds will be on the left, park at Gate D or E.

Cars From The South: Exit 20 off of Interstate 87 (New York State Thruway). After tollbooth, turn left onto Ulster Avenue 0.2 miles. Turn right onto State Route 32 North and go 1.0 mile. Turn right onto Peoples Road and go 0.9 miles. Turn left after train tracks onto Canoe Hill Road and go 0.5 miles. Canoe Hill Road becomes Krout Road continue for1.8 miles. Turn right onto Washington Avenue Extension. Show grounds will be on the left, park at Gate D or E.

Spectator Parking & Entrance: Gates D or E only. Parking is free.

The Facility: HITS-on-the-Hudson, Saugerties, New York The HITS-on-the-Hudson equestrian facility is nestled at the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, just one mile outside the village of Saugerties. The show grounds feature 10 different competition rings, including a Grand Prix ring, a Main Hunter ring, two jumper rings, four hunter rings, an equitation ring and six separate schooling areas. Spectator seating is available at every ring and in the VIP Pavilion, which overlooks the Grand Prix ring and Main Hunter ring. Spectator parking is located off the Washington Avenue entrances at Gates D or E.

Refreshments: HITS-on-the-Hudson offers an on-site Food Service Pavilion and Ice Cream Parlor, which has an assortment of frozen delights and Starbucks coffee. The HITS Bar & Grill serves up pizza and cold beer in a spacious air-conditioned lounge. Spectators can grab some lunch and find a grassy spot on the berms while watching some of the world's best show jumping with the entire family right here in the Hudson Valley.
Shopping: The HITS Saugerties Mall features clothing, tack, fine jewelry, custom footwear, art and photography, and custom HITS souvenirs.

For additional details, please visit www.hitsshows.com and HITS Saugerties at www.hitsshows.com/saugerties/index.html

 


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HITS-on-the-Hudson Equestrian Art Exhibition At Fletcher Gallery, Then At HITS, Followed By Art Auction September 12


HITS, Inc. and Fletcher Gallery are pleased to announce that after several months of public display throughout the community, the HITS-on-the-Hudson Equestrian Art Exhibition will now be on display for a month-long gallery show at Fletcher Gallery located at 40 Mill Hill Road in Woodstock, New York.

The HITS-on-the-Hudson Equestrian Art Exhibition features 59 equestrian-themed works of art in various mediums, including painting, photography, and sculpture that will be auctioned in September to raise money for FAMILY of Woodstock, Inc. and the participating artists. The collection is a mix of both existing and newly commissioned pieces created by local and national artists, as well as several estate and period pieces which have been curated by Tom Fletcher specifically for this event.

The HITS-on-the-Hudson Equestrian Art Exhibition show at Fletcher Gallery will commence with a special Gallery Opening on Saturday, August 7 from 6 pm to 9 pm, followed by a three-week stay in the heart of Woodstock. Saturday's Gallery Opening is free and open to the public.

At the conclusion of the August gallery show, the collection will move to the HITS-on-the-Hudson show grounds in Saugerties where it will be on display for a two-week preview leading up to the grand finale – the Auction on Friday, September 10 that will raise money for FAMILY of Woodstock, Inc. and the participating artists. FAMILY will receive 50% of the proceeds from each piece auctioned, with the other 50% going to the artist. Friday night’s auction is a by-invitation-only event that will kick-off the festivities for the Pfizer Million Weekend at HITS, which will also include another Saugerties first – the $50,000 FEI World Cup Qualifier on Saturday, September 11, followed by the highly anticipated Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix and John Fogerty live in concert on Sunday, September 12.

“This has been a fun and exciting project and we are all really looking forward to the next two phases of this event – the gallery show and auction,” said Leslie Phillips, HITS Art Director. “We have a lovely collection of art, a great group of artists, and we are very excited for the auction. This event will bring members of the community, art enthusiasts, and our HITS customers together for a night of fun, fine art and fundraising for a deserving organization.”

A limited number of invitations for the HITS-on-the-Hudson Equestrian Art Auction on Friday, September 10 are available by contacting Fletcher Gallery at 845.679.4411 or info@FletcherGallery.com. Tickets for the Pfizer Million and John Fogerty live in concert are on sale now at Ticketmaster and the HITS Corporate Box Office located at 319 Main Street in Saugerties.

For a complete list of the locations and artwork included in the HITS-on-the-Hudson Equestrian Art Exhibition & Auction, please visit: HitsShows.com/EquineArtAuction/EquineArtAuctionIndex.html.

About Tom Fletcher and Fletcher Gallery
Tom Fletcher has owned and operated Fletcher Gallery in Woodstock, New York since 1992. His expertise is American painting from 1900-1950. Fletcher Gallery handles many noteworthy estates from this period including those of Rolph Scarlett, Konrad Cramer and Josef Presser. The gallery also represents important contemporary realist painters such as HongNian Zhang, Eva Van Rijn and Eric Angeloch. Tom Fletcher is on the board of Woodstock School of Art and is a frequent juror for art exhibitions throughout the Hudson Valley. Heather Toboika has been Director of Fletcher Gallery since 2004.

About FAMILY of Woodstock, Inc.
Since 1970, FAMILY has been an anchor for Ulster County area residents - a place where people are respectful and caring, and where the search for solutions is creative and tireless. FAMILY's shelters, emergency food pantries, court advocates, counseling and case management services, hotlines, and child-care supports all work together to help people achieve the changes they seek. Our services are, with few exceptions, free of charge and confidential. For 40 years, FAMILY has been a leader locally throughout Ulster County and in New York State, developing programming and support for people in need.

In order to qualify for the Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix, a rider must compete in eight or more HITS Grand Prix classes. The top 40 riders, based on money won by horse/rider combination, will be eligible to ride for the Pfizer Million. For more detailed information on the Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix, including ticket prices and the special concert by music legend John Fogerty, please visit our website at HitsShows.com.

HITS, Inc. produces high-quality, international-level hunter/jumper horse shows. Based in upstate New York in the village of Saugerties, HITS has been producing shows since 1982 and is now a nationwide company with world-class circuits in California, Florida, Arizona, New York and Virginia. In 2010, HITS will take the industry to new heights when it hosts the Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix in Saugerties on September 12.

Media should contact the HITS Media Team at 845.246.8833 or e-mail Media_Info@HitsShows.com.
http://www.hitsshows.com/EquineArtAuction/EquineArtAuctionSubmittedArt.html

For more information and a complete schedule of classes and events, visit www.HitsShows.com.




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Stacie Flint at Millbrook Winery 

Please join me and Robert Rodriguez, Jr., Scott Taylor, Rebecca Tocci

Show dates: July 7 - September 5
Open 7 days, 11 - 6pm
Millbrook Vineyards and Winery
26 Wing Rd., Millbrook, NY
www.millbrookwine.com
845-677-8383


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Starting September 2 - Build Your Business Through These Great Networking Events with Ulster County Regional Chamber of Commerce 

“Creating a Climate Where Business Can Thrive”
Ulster County Regional Chamber of Commerce
http://www.ulsterchamber.org/

- Business Card Exchange
Thursday September 2
9:00 - 10:00 am
Courtyard by Marriott
Conference Room
500 Frank Sottile Boulevard
Kingston, NY
Sponsor: Morgan Stanley Smith Barney
Chamber members will have two to three minutes to talk about their business, hand out business cards and promotional materials. This is a great no cost networking opportunity. Space is limited so reserve now. A continental breakfast will be served. 

Reservations are necessary and can be made by calling the Chamber office at 338-5100 or register online at http://www.ulsterchamber.org/registration.shtml.
Reservation/Cancellation Policy:
- To provide an accurate attendance count reservations are necessary
- Cancellations will be accepted up to 24 hours prior to the event
- No shows will be billed at the rate of $15 per person

- Membership Breakfast
Health Care Reform
Margaret Moree, Director of Federal Affairs
Business Council of NYS
Thursday September 16
7:30 - 9:00 am
Holiday Inn
503 Washington Avenue
Kingston, NY
Sponsor: Ulster County Board of Realtors
Health care is a major concern for Chamber members and their employees. Ms. Moree will be talking about the recent health care legislation and what businesses need to know.
 
The cost to attend is $15 Members paid in advance, $18 Members at the door & $30 Non-Members. Reservations are necessary and can be made by calling the Chamber office at 338-5100 or reserve online at http://www.ulsterchamber.org/registration.shtml.

- Membership Mixer
Wednesday Sept. 29
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Mount St. Aphonsus
1001 Broadway, Esopus, NY
Sponsor:
The Children's Home of Kingston
You are invited to join your fellow Chamber members for a great networking mixer at Mount St. Alphonsus. Enjoy the beautiful facility and the spectacular view of the Hudson River while enjoying refreshments courtesy of our host. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards to hand out. There is no charge for Chamber Members but reservations are required. Call the Chamber office at 338-5100 for reservations or register online at http://www.ulsterchamber.org/registration.shtml.
Registration/Cancellation Policy:
- To provide an accurate attendance account, reservations must be made in advance.
- Cancellations will be accepted up tol 24 hours prior to the event.
- No shows will be billed at the rate of $15 per person.

- China Trip Informational Meeting
September 15
5:30 - 7:00 pm
Holiday Inn, 503 Washington Ave, Kingston, NY
Call the Chamber office at 845-338-5100 to RSVP.
For more information, click here.

Ulster County Regional Chamber of Commerce
214 Fair Street
Kingston, NY 12401-4524
(845) 338-5100
(845) 338-0968 (fax)
www.UlsterChamber.org

Quick Links:

- Business Showcase, September 24 - http://www.ulsterchamber.org/showcase.shtml

- Sixth Annual Business Recognition Awards Dinner, October 21 -


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Starting September 7 - YMCA Swimming Instruction Program 

The Y of Kingston and Ulster County 2010 - 2011 Swimming Instruction Program

- Fall Session 1
Registration 8/16/10
September 7 - October 30
8-week program
(No class Labor Day)

- Fall Session 2
Registration 10/11/10
November 1 - December 23
8-week program

- Winter Session 1
Registration 12/13/10
January 3 - February 26
8-week program
(No class Thanksgiving or Christmas Day)

- Winter Session 2
Registration 2/1/11
February 28 - April 16
7-week program

- Community lessons
Registration 2/1/11
April 18 - April 23
One Week Special

- Spring Session
Registration 4/4/11
April 25 - June 18
8-week program

Current members using a credit card may register early online at www.ymcaulster.org 2 days prior to the registration date.

“The Y is committed to making sure every child or adult can swim”

- Registration Information
Fast and convenient on line registration is available for members and previous swim registrants!  First time swimmers will need to call 845-338-3810 or come into membership office during business hours (Monday - Thursday 9am-6pm and Friday 9am-5pm).

- On-Line Instructions
Instructions: Go to www.ymcaulster.org
Select: Aquatics Tab
Select: “Click here to register on-line”
New to Online Registration: click on “Start Here”

Put in requested information, try parent name first and then child name. System will prompt you through user id and password; please right down for future use. If system is unable to locate you call membership at 845-338-3810 or email us at info@ymcaulster.org.

Payment is required at time of registration. We do not hold places. Limited places available for time slots so don’t procrastinate!

Parent Child Programs:
- Skip’s
Ages 6-24 months with parent
This is a parent and child swimming enrichment program. Through songs and nursery rhymes children are encouraged to be comfortable in the pool and begin learning swimming strokes.
Monday: 9:45 am - 10:15 am
Tuesday: 9:45 am - 10:15 am, 1:15 pm - 1:45 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 9:30 am, 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Members: $42.00
Non-Member: $84.00

- Pike with Parent
Ages 2-4 years with parent
Parents accompany children in the water. Children continue to learn skills with parents and prepare to move on to independent lessons.  This class is designed for the older toddler, a child with special needs, or a child who is hesitant to enter the water.
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 9:30 am
Thursday: 9:45 am - 10:15 am
Saturday: 9:50 am - 10:20 am
Members: $42.00
Non-Member: $84.00

Just for Children Lessons:
- Preschool Swim Lessons
Ages 3-5 years
This program will focus primarily on swimming skills and safety.  Preschoolers will concentrate on being comfortable in the water and improving their swimming abilities. They will learn and refine their strokes and develop personal safety skills.

Pike - Children learn how to paddle on their front, back, and sides, as well as how to float on both their front and back. Instructional flotation devices will be used.

Eel - Children work on developing endurance, rhythmic breathing, jumping in the pool, and horizontal body position. Instructional flotation devices used.

Ray - Children work on swimming the length of the pool on their front and backs, and are introduced to rotary breathing, treading water, and sitting dives. Children must be able to swim without an instructional flotation device.

Starfish - Children develop style and technique in both swimming and diving, and learning the crawl stroke with rotary breathing and the backstroke. Children must swim without a flotation device and demonstrate an understanding of rotary breathing.

Monday: 9:45 am -10:15 am, 3:55 pm - 4:25 pm, 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm
Tuesday: 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm, 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:45 am - 10:15 am, 3:55 pm - 4:25 pm
Saturday: 9:50 am - 10:20 am, 10:40 am - 11:10 am, 11:30 am -12:00 pm

Members: $42.00
Non-Member: $84.00

Youth Swim Lessons:
Ages 6-12 years
This is a progressive skill-building program where children work on further refining their swimming skills and knowledge of pool safety.

Polliwog - Children learn beginning paddle skills, water safety, front and back floats, and reaching assists. Instructional flotation device may be used.

Guppy - Children begin working on front crawl, sidestroke, backstroke, and rhythmic breathing.

Minnow - Your child will work on continued development of front and back crawl, breaststroke, increasing endurance, learning emergency procedures and personal safety.

Fish - your child will continue refining all five main strokes, begin learning the dolphin kick and basic first aid. Goals also include swimming the front crawl, backstroke and elementary backstroke for 200 yards in good form.

Flying Fish/Shark - Your child will continue refining all five main strokes, including inverted breaststroke, trudged crawl, and elementary backstroke with a focus on improving efficiency and endurance. In addition, stroke work will include individual medley, lifesaving medley, front and back flip turns, and streamlining.

Monday: 3:55 pm - 4:40 pm, 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm
Tuesday: 3:55 pm - 4:40 pm, 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm, 5:35pm - 6:20 pm
Wednesday: 3:55 pm - 4:40 pm, 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm
Thursday: 3:55 pm - 4:40 pm, 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 9:45 am, 9:50 am - 10:35 am, 10:40 am - 11:25 am
Members: $42.00
Non-Member: $84.00

Porpoise Club
Ages 10-15
This program allows children to continue to develop their swimming abilities in a non-competitive environment. The club will focus on advanced aquatic skills, teambuilding, leadership training, and safety.
The completion of shark level is required.
Thursday 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm
Members: $42.00
Non-Member: $84.00

Advanced Programs:
- Swim Clinic
This class will concentrate on stroke mechanics of the crawl, back, breast, and fly strokes as well as endurance swimming. Students meet for class once a week and are to attend a lap swim once a week.
Saturday: 8:15 am - 9:00 am
Members: $42.00
Non-Member: $84.00

- Y Swim Team
Ages 6-18
Coming Soon - A competitive swim group that will practice regularly here at the Y of Kingston and Ulster County. Swimmers will work on the endurance and efficiency of the four competitive strokes.  Completion of Minnow and an up to date Y membership are required.  More information to follow.

*Please let aquatic director Carol Vigeant know if you are interested at cvigeant@ymcaulster.org.

Monday: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Thursday: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Friday: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

- Lifeguard Certification Course
Ages 16+
Participants will learn lifesaving, standard first aid, blood born pathogens protocol, and CPR/AED. Attendance of every class is required for the completion. Upon completion they will receive their certifications from the American Red Cross.
September 8 - November 3, Wednesdays 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Holiday Class December 27 - 31 9:00 am 5:00 pm
All: $300
Challenge Course (recertification) January 8 2011 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
All: $95.00

- Teen/Adult Swim Lessons
Ages 13+
Beginner - You will learn basic swimming skills such as the crawl stroke, breathing techniques, and floating to help you gain confidence in the water

Intermediate - Adults with some swimming skills will learn the proper technique of front crawl and backstroke, while increasing swimming endurance.

Thursday: 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm
Friday: 9:30 am - 10:15 am
Members: $42.00
Non-Member: $84.00

- Swim Easy With Dan Gelfand
A study of swimming form and function to swim easier with less effort.  Smoother, longer, and safer swimming for intermediate to advanced swimmers.
Tuesday: 7:30 am - 8:15 am, 9:00 am - 9:45 am
Members: $42.00
Non-Member: $84.00

Adult Water Fitness Classes:
- Aqua Jogging
The Y’s Aqua jogging program is a deep water aquatic exercise program performed in the deep end of the pool choreographed to music. It combines different jogging methods and uses weights for part of the program. The Y provides weight belts for individual’s participation.
Monday: 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Wednesday: 10:30 am - 11:15 am, 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm
Friday: 10:30 am - 11:15 am

- AQUA-CISE
Aqua-cise is a low-impact water supported exercise class that uses water resistance to increase muscle tone and flexibility. Borrowing from modalities such as Pilates, aerobics and water jogging, emphasis is on building core strength and awareness. Aqua-cise provides an overall workout that, while subtle, uses every muscle and joint in the body simultaneously to improve balance and coordination.
Tuesday: 8:15 am - 9:00 am
Wednesday: 9:30 am - 10:15 am
Thursday: 8:15 am - 9:00 am
Friday: 9:30 am - 10:15 am

- Water Zumba
Water Zumba is one of the best overall workouts available to those who are serious about getting and staying in shape! Taught by a certified Zumba instructor, it is energizing, powerful, uplifting and a fun and effective way to burn calories and tone your muscles.
Monday: 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm

- Y-AQUAROBICS
Y-AQUAROBICS is a water dance aerobics program with routines choreographed to music and performed in the shallow end of the pool for both the swimmer and non-swimmer. It is a total physical fitness program providing for a sense of well-being and aiding in the development of cardio-vascular fitness. Range of motion is increased. By adding an extra work load on the body, water’s resistant qualities further tax the muscles and their oxygen supply. Also, the coolant property of the water relieves fatigue, tension and stress.
Monday: 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Tuesday: 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Wednesday: 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Thursday: 10:30 am - 11:15 am

- Land/Water Class
Tuesday: Land: 5:45 pm - 6:15 pm, Water: 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm
Thursday: Land: 5:45 pm - 6:15 pm, Water: 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm

Please Welcome Carol Vigeant as the Y’s Aquatic Director
You may reach Carol via email at cvigeant@ymcaulster.org with any concerns or questions. Feedback is always welcome as we continue to fulfill our community’s aquatic needs.


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Starting September 10 - Benedictine Hospital Upcoming Events 

- September Swing!
Friday, September 10, 2010
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
LaMirage Steakhouse
Route 9W Port Ewen
$15.00 per person 50 years and over
Hosted by the Healthy Lifestyle Wellness Club
Enjoy an evening of dinner, dancing and laughter along with the sounds of the Swingin’ Jive Patrol Band.
To receive tickets please call Bernadette at (845) 334-3182.
 
- Prostate: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Thursday, September 16, 2010
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Benedictine Hospital Auditorium
105 Mary’s Avenue, Kingston
Free: Light refreshments will be served
Dr. Paul K Pietrow is a board certified urologist. Dr. Pietrow has advanced fellowship training in stone disease treatment and prevention and has special interest in treating kidney stones.
Registration is required by calling: (845) 334-3182
 
- Self-Management Workshop & Free Foot Screening for People with Diabetes
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Sponsored by HealthAlliance and held at Hudson Valley Foot Associates Conference Center located on 103 Hurley Avenue, Kingston
 
Rachel Carron, RD,CDN Certified Diabetes Educator will discuss proper nutrition, the importance of blood sugar testing, exercise and physical activity for diabetes management and short term and long term complications.
 
For reservations, call: (845) 339-4191
 
- 10th Annual Linda Young Ovarian Cancer Support Program Dinner Dance and Auction
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Wiltwyck Golf Club in Kingston
Contact Ellen Marshall at (845) 339-2071 ext. 103 or
emarshall@benedictine.org for details.
 
- 7th Annual Bike for Cancer Care
Sunday, September 26, 2010
5, 25 and 50 mile scenic rides in Ulster County
Start/Finish: Ulster Savings Bank
Schwenk Drive, Kingston
For more information visit: www.bikeforcancer.org
 
- Vitamin D: Separating Fact from Fiction
Thursday, September 30, 2010
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Benedictine Hospital Auditorium
105 Mary’s Avenue, Kingston
Free: Light Refreshments will be served
 
Joyce Marcley Vergili, EdD,RD,CDE will dispel 5 common myths about Vitamin D, summarize decades of studies on this high profile nutrient and share evidence-based recommendations from tip researchers.
 
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September 10-12 - Fall Crafts At Lyndhurst 

A Festival of Fine Craft, Food & Fun!
September 10, 11, 12, 2010
Tarrytown, New York

When: 
Friday, September 10, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, September 11, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday, September 12, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The show is held rain or shine.

What: 
Fall Crafts at Lyndhurst, the Hudson Valley's most popular craft show, returns to Tarrytown for its 26th year, displaying contemporary work from more than 250 artists and craftspeople from 23 states across the country. Collectors, art enthusiasts and discerning shoppers will enjoy the rare opportunity to meet these visionary artists and purchase their latest work. 

The show includes one-of-a-kind and limited edition jewelry, fashion and accessories, furniture, and home décor pieces, as well as functional and sculptural work in ceramics, glass, metal, painting, photography, wood and mixed media. Despite it's name, the fair offers more than just crafts. Visitors can also purchase specialty foods and participate in children's activities throughout the weekend.

In addition to the craft show, visitors can "stroll through the 67 acre estate with its Rose Garden, fern garden, specimen trees...and spectacular views of the Hudson River. Or bring your hiking shoes and bike and take advantage of the Croton Aqueduct and Hudson RiverWalk Trails," says Jack Braunlein, Lyndhurst's director. Tours of the mansion, America's finest example of Gothic Revival architecture, are also available at an additional charge.

Where:
Lyndhurst is located in Westchester County, New York, on the eastern shore of the Hudson River, approximately 1/2 mile south of the Tappan Zee Bridge toll plaza of the NY State Thruway, on Route 9 in Tarrytown. Free on-site parking is available, and there is convenient off-site parking with complimentary shuttle buses to bring visitors directly to the ticket booth. No dogs allowed.

Admission:    
General admission is $10 per person
Seniors are $9
Children 6 - 16 are $4
Children under 6 admitted free.
           
For Information and Travel Directions: 
Visit www.artrider.com or call 914-631-4481.

Crafts at Lyndhurst is produced by Artrider Productions, Inc., of Woodstock, New York.  In the last 25 years, Crafts at Lyndhurst has raised more than $3 million for the National Trust for Historic Preservation.



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September 12 - Tickets On Sale Now For The Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix & John Fogerty Concert at HITS-on-the-Hudson

Live In Concert Sunday, September 12 at HITS-on-the-Hudson

HITS-On-The-Hudson in association with The Bardavon presents….

The Legendary John Fogerty

immediately following the Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix

A rare chance to catch this Grammy Award winning Rock & Roll Hall of Fame singer/songwriter and creator of such monster hits as: Proud Mary, Fortunate Son, Born on the Bayou, Bad Moon Rising, Susie Q, Have You Ever Seen The Rain, Run Through the Jungle, Rockin' All Over the World and Centerfield!
 
All tickets for the Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix are $50 and INCLUDE admission to the JOHN FOGERTY concert!
 
SPECIAL OFFER FOR HITS EXHIBITORS!!! Owners, riders and trainers who show during HITS-on-the-Hudson VIII (September 8-11) will receive a complimentary ticket! Horse show ends Saturday, September 11 for all except riders showing in the Pfizer Million on Sunday, September 12. Make your plans to stick around and be part of this sensational event!

TICKETS ON SALE NOW at the HITS Corporate Office & ticketmaster                     

For more information, please click here or visit HitsShows.com or Bardavon.org

For VIP information please contact Tony at Tony@HitsShows.com.

For information prior to the horse shows please contact:
HITS, Inc. | 319 Main St., Saugerties, NY 12477
info@HitsShows.com | HitsShows.com 
845.246.8833 | fax: 845.246.6371

For information during the horse shows please contact:
HITS-on-the-Hudson | 454 Washington Ave Ext., Saugerties, NY 12477
845.246.5515 | fax: 845.246.2289


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September 15 - 25th Anniversary Birthday Bash of Neugarten Family Birth Center at Northern Dutchess Hospital 

You are invited!!

Having helped deliver nearly 17,000 babies over the past 25 years, we at the Neugarten Family Birth Center at Northern Dutchess Hospital know that waiting is the hardest part. And this year, we are just as eager with anticipation about a celebration of our own - our
25th Birthday Bash!

Here’s the best part: we want you to help celebrate it with us!
You are cordially invited to our community party on
September 15th from 4pm-6pm, at the Birth Center Lot at Northern Dutchess Hospital.

Party Details:
- Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served
- 92.1 Lite FM will be there with music, contests and more
- Giveaways and raffle prizes
- Tours of the newly renovated Birth Center available
- Bee Bee the Clown, face painting, crafts & more for children

Please RSVP by phone at 1-877-729-2444 by September 9th so we know how many are joining us.  We promise it will be worth the wait!

www.NDHKnowsBabies.com
6511 Springbrook Ave.
Rhinebeck, NY 12572


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Starting September 18 - A.I.R. Studio Gallery Events   

A.I.R. Studio Gallery
(Artist-In-Residence)
71 O'Neil St, Kingston, NY
AirStudio@aol.com
845-331-2662
http://www.AirStudioGallery.com/
 
 
 - The Denise Jordan Finley Music Series of workshops & concerts for 2010.  We've scheduled five events that will take place on third Saturdays in alternating months including:
September 18th, and November 20th. 

$5 donation.
  
Each event will consist of an afternoon workshop from 3-6pm followed by an evening of music with special guests.  The workshops will present an assortment of creative & alternative approaches with hands-on musical projects & regional guest moderators.  Evening concerts hosted by Denise will welcome numerous guest artists from the Hudson Valley and beyond, from 8-11pm.   Contact Denise to sign up for the workshops at: backwatermusic@yahoo.com or visit her website - www.DeniseJordanFinley.com.




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Starting September 21 - Northern Dutchess Hospital Announces Community Lecture Series 
 
Northern Dutchess Hospital is pleased to announce the next set of free, community lectures beginning on September 21st. All lectures begin at 6:30 pm and are held in the NDH Lower Level Conference Room. Registration is required. Call 1-877-729-2444 to register.
 
- Tuesday, September 21st
“Surgery for GERD …Without Incisions”
Brian Binetti, MD, HQMP-Division of Surgery
NDH is the first hospital in the Hudson Valley to offer this surgery! If you suffer from heartburn or reflux, this procedure can help eliminate the pain and pills for life without scarring! Learn about symptoms, surgical options and outcomes.
 
- Thursday, September 30th
“Hospice and Home Care”
Kristin Swanson, RN, CHPN, Program Educator, Hospice, Inc.
The best time to learn about hospice is before you need it. Ms. Swanson will discuss caring for the terminal patient and tips for completing an Advance Directive, as well as other related topics.
 
- Tuesday, October 5th
“An Update on Stroke”
Gerald Kufner, MD, Kingston Neurological Associates, Director, NDH Stroke Center
When it comes to a stroke, time is of the essence. Come learn about stroke risk factors, symptoms, and available treatments that could save a life.
 
- Wednesday, October 13th
“Children and Sleep Disorders”
Dr. Barbara Chat-Aryamontri, MD, Medical Director, NDH Sleep Center
Does your child snore? Come learn about children and sleep disorders, including when it’s time to get tested and what symptoms to look for.
 
- Thursday, October 14th
“Non-Operative Treatment for Painful Musculoskeletal Conditions”
Richard Dentico, MD, Orthopedic Associates of Dutchess County and NDH Bone and Joint Center
Come learn about the most current treatments for musculoskeletal pain disorders including: osteoarthritis, spinal arthritis, spinal stenosis, and sciatica. Treatments include exercise as medicine, interventional/injection procedures and more.

- Tuesday, October 19th
“Prostate Cancer Awareness and Update”
Scott Kahn, MD, Hudson Valley Urology Associates
In honor of Prostate Cancer Awareness month, Dr. Kahn will discuss signs and symptoms of Prostate Cancer, as well as cutting edge treatments.
 
- Thursday, October 28th
“Fall for Local Produce”
Roufia Payman, Director, Outpatient Nutrition Education at NDH
Ms. Payman will discuss how to prepare and enjoy healthy meals utilizing the best local ingredients for your health. A portion will also be dedicated gluten free diet options.
 
- Thursday, November 4th
“Nutrition and Breast Cancer Risk Modification”
Hank Schmidt, MD, PhD, FACS, HQMP-Surgical Oncology
Significant controversy prevails around the role of diet and supplements in breast cancer development. This presentation will review the clinical evidence that should be considered when making recommendations for lifestyle modification in patients at risk.
 
- Tuesday, November 16th
“Valvular Heart Disease: A Surgeon’s View”
Peter Zakow, MD, HQMP- Division of Cardio Thoracic Surgery
Learn about options for valvular heart disease and the importance of prevention, detection of symptoms and management of this disease.
 
Northern Dutchess Hospital, a Health Quest affiliate, is a 68-bed, acute care hospital located in Rhinebeck, NY. The Health Quest system includes Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie and Putnam Hospital Center in Carmel. For more information about any of Northern Dutchess Hospital’s services, log on to www.health-quest.org/ndh.



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Additional Resources To Reference for Workshops, Events & Happenings

There are lots of organizations in the community that offer workshops, events, happenings, and activities. Here are a few places that you can tap into and check out for more details:

About Town Guide Calendar Listings

BearSystems.com Event Listings

Chambers & Other Business Organizations

Chronogram Calendar Listings

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County

Cumulus Broadcasting Calendar Listings

Family Of Woodstock Inc. Events

Historic Huguenot Street Events Calendar

Libraries in Ulster County

NewPaltz.org Annual Event Listings

Phoenicia Times Calendar Listings

Pine Hill Community Center Happenings

Tourism, Ulster County

Townships in Ulster County

Ulster Publishing Event Listings

Visit Vortex Event Listings



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YMCA School's Out Supplies Drive 

The YMCA looks forward to a fun and exciting year in our after school program.   We hope that you will be able to donate to our fun!

 Thank you everyone for your continued support to our kids!
YMCA School’s Out Supplies Drive
Help Our Kids Succeed!!!

Items Needed:

Pencils
Paper (colored, lined, white)
Crayons
Markers
Glue
Paint
Paint Brushes
Felt
Toilet paper tubes
Scissors
Pipe cleaners
Tissue paper
Coloring books
String
Yarn
Beads
Basketballs
Footballs
Kickballs
Cones
Pinnies/Flags
Dodgeballs
Bases
Hula Hoops
Board games
Playing cards (regular, UNO, Old Maid, Crazy 8’s)
Blocks & Legos
Please drop off your new or slightly used items in the box at the Reception Desk by 9/3/10
Items to benefit the following locations: Kingston, Anna Devine,
New Paltz, Marlboro, Highland, Tri-Valley, Ellenville

Thank you for your continued support!

Friends of the YMCA
Joan Keating
jkeating@ymcaulster.org
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The YMCA of Kingston & Ulster County Summer Newsletter       

507 Broadway
Kingston, NY 12401
845-338-3810
www.ymcaulster.org 

Focus on the positive! Yes, there is good news.  Though the media is full of bad “stuff” there is plenty of good news to report right here at our Y. Great things are happening - new lockers have been installed in both the men’s and women’s locker rooms; energy efficient lighting has been installed throughout the building; just about every wall has been freshly painted in the past 18 months - and there’s more to come!

- What’s Up!
33rd annual YMCA Pro-Am golf tournament - On Monday, August 23, the well-manicured greens of Wiltwyck Golf Club will be the site of our 33rd Annual Golf Tournament. All proceeds benefit the YMCA Strong Kids Scholarship Fund. Pro-Am raffle tickets available at reception desk for a $10 donation - you will be eligible to win:
- Overnight Stay at The Emerson Resort
- Golf for 4 at Saratoga National Gold Club
- 4 NY Yankee Box Seats
- 2 Broadway Show tickets
Thank you to all of our generous sponsors!

- Our pay it forward Capital Campaign is still in progress, but it is paying off for you, our members in ways large and small. As money comes in, it goes right back out for immediate improvements to our facility - the paved parking lot, the beautiful main gymnasium floor, energy-efficient lighting throughout the building, new lockers in the men’s and the women’s locker rooms. Do we have more work to do? Absolutely! That’s why the Capital Campaign continues and our future looks bright.

- Hot, Hot, Hot! While we have had the hottest summer on record, our summer camps have been a huge success! Our expanded aquatics programs were wildly popular as well with several new classes, evening pre-school sessions, and a special needs pilot program. Summer is winding down and back-to-school fervor has begun.

- YMCA Child Care. It is not too late to sign up for the 2010-2011 school year. Our program includes snow day care, holiday programs, and more. Call now to register: 845-338-3810, x115

- Membership Promotion:
Our members are the backbone of our Y.   Each of you are an important part of our success and we strive to improve the Y experience for you. There’s something special about our Y. It’s not the equipment. It’s not the building. It’s you - our members and our values. It’s the sense of a community coming together to learn, grow & thrive. For those of you who took a summer hiatus, we look forward to your return. Check out our new virtual tour at www.ymcaulster.org.  September will be a blockbuster month at the Y.

- Everybody into the Pool!
Don’t wait! Swim registration up has begun for all classes. On-line registration is available for all Y members as well as for past swim registrants. It’s fast and it’s easy!
Fall Session 1
September 7 - October 30
Registration is going on now
8-week program (no class Labor Day).
We have some exciting new swim classes and expanded lessons for the fall, like the Y Developmental Swim Team for ages 6-16. This will be a competitive swim group that will practice regularly at our Y. Swimmers will work on endurance and efficiency of the four competitive strokes. Completion of Minnow classes and an up to date Y membership are required. Register now! Contact Aquatic Director Carol Vigeant for information: cvigeant@ymcaulster.org.  See you in the pool!

- Sizzling Hot Group Fitness
The YMCA Summer Pledge has rewarded two lucky winners with a 45-minute personal training session: Verna Lomax and Wendy Clark. One more session winner will be drawn in August. Thank you to each member who participated in the summer pledge.

Summer started off hot with a Sizzling Outdoor Zumba Luau on June 21st (first day of summer!).   Amy and her class members took it outside - right in front of the Y on Broadway and showed Kingston how to put your Zumba on! The weather did not cooperate for our outdoor Cycle or Will Power & Grace classes, but come fall, we will be shaking things up a bit in our Group Fitness classes.

- Spinning Wheels
The 5th Annual Tour de Kingston on Sunday, June 27 was a huge success due in part to our great group of volunteers and Y members who participated in the ride.

- Bike It!
The Y’s new Youth Cycling Program for kids ages 10 - 14 will host four consecutive Saturday sessions: September 25, October 2, 9 & 16, from 9:00 am - noon. The price is only $20 for members, $30 for non-members. We will review proper bike and helmet fit, how to fix a flat tire, basic bike maintenance, safe riding kills, ride on trails, and ride on the road. For more details and to register contact Joan in the membership office: 338-3810 - space is limited - call today!

- Training Gets Personal
The next Teen Speed, Agility & Quickness Training Camp for ages 10-13 and 14-18, begins August 23. This is an excellent 8-week primer for Fall and Winter sports. Training camp emphasis includes:
- Footwork/Quickness
- Proper Running Technique
- Agility/Acceleration
- Explosive Movements
- Increased Vertical Jump
- Faster Injury Recover Time
- Overall Speed
- Core Strength
- Flexibility
- Balance/Coordination
- Reaction Time

The cost for this member-only program is $150. Registration is now open. For more information contact ypersonaltraining@ymcaulster.org.

- Run, Bike, Swim. The Y Women’s Triathlon Group completed a 12-week triathlon training program lead by Colleen Conklin. Six of Tri-gals participated in (and all six finished) the SheRox sprint series triathlon event in Webster, MA, on July 25th. Congrats to Kristy Canavan, Cheryl Finnegan, Fiona Lawrence, Robin Pacino, Jessi Pacino, and Karen Willoughby. Great job ladies!

- Base Camp Continues. The 8-week group personal training sessions have been a huge success. Look for fall session start dates and times coming soon. For information contact ypersonaltraining@ymcaulster.org.

- Trainer Tip:
Fact or Fiction: Can you really spot reduce attack of the tire belly?
Research has shown a strong correlation between intense cardiovascular exercise and the reduction of belly fat. Aim for making at least half of your weekly cardio sessions at a level where it is difficult to carry a conversation (80% MHR). Purchase a heart rate monitor so you can track your cardio sessions and your minutes spent above 80%.

- Y Quick Feet
Congratulations! Long-time Y member and avid runner, Roy Zeeb won a Gold and a Silver medal in the 2010 Empire State Games. Way to go Roy!

- The YMCA Running Club is running strong. Thank you to Steve Ackerman for organizing the runs and leading the Monday evening speed workouts series. We are proud to congratulate running club member, Mark Tiano, who trained for 18 weeks and completed his first marathon in June in Lake Placid, NY. Contact Steve Ackerman for running club details and meet times at ywellness@ymcaulster.org.

- Eat Healthy
Healthy Cooking & Nutrition Tips Seminar. Monday, August 23 at 6:15 pm presented by registered nutritionist, Jennifer McKinley. Sign up now!


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September 26 - Bike for Cancer Gears Up to Raise Money for Cancer Patients 
 
The Seventh Annual Bike for Cancer Care, to benefit the Rosemary D. Gruner Memorial Cancer Fund at Benedictine Hospital will be held on Sunday, September 26, 2010. The event features a 5-mile family ride, and 25-and 50-mile routes throughout Ulster County, which start and finish at Ulster Savings Bank on Schwenk Drive in Kingston. Riders and volunteers will enjoy breakfast, fully supported rest stops, and a BBQ lunch, ice cream and live entertainment at the end of the ride. Prizes are awarded to the top fundraisers.
 
The Rosemary D. Gruner Memorial Cancer Fund, in partnership with the Thomas A. Dee Cancer Center and Benedictine Health Foundation provides financial assistance to cancer patients who are residents of Ulster County regardless of the facility they receive treatment and also for residents of neighboring Hudson Valley Counties who are receiving treatment from a facility within Ulster County.  The fund provides for products and services not covered by medical insurance such as gift cards to purchase nutritional food and gas to allow patients to access treatment. 
 
For information, to register or donate, visit www.bikeforcancer.org, or call Dan Gruner, Event Chair, at (845) 417-1865.  Special thanks to our Platinum Sponsors: River Radiology, Cumulus Media, and Hannaford Supermarkets; Gold Sponsors: Anita Williams Peck, Timely Signs of Kingston, Rondout Savings Bank, and Ulster Savings Bank; Silver Sponsors: Colonial Roofing, Gillette Creamery, MVP Healthcare, Ryan and Ryan Insurance Brokers, Inc. & Erie Insurance Group, and The Valley Group.
 
About Benedictine Health Foundation:
The Benedictine Health Foundation supports the quality healthcare programs, services, and facilities of Benedictine Hospital, a member of HealthAlliance of the Hudson Valley.  For further information, contact Barbara Klassen, Executive Director, at (845) 334-3186.    


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HITS Offers Great Group Ticket Rate for Pfizer Million and John Fogerty Concert 

With only a short time remaining before the most exciting day in American show jumping, it's time to make those final plans for tickets and tables for the inaugural Pfizer Million in Saugerties, New York.

With that in mind, and knowing there are many stables, groups and organizations planning to attend this spectacular, history making event, the HITS staff has arranged for a fantastic ticket deal for every group of twenty or more people. Groups of 10 or more can buy tickets for a fabulous money-saving price of only $40 each. That's a savings of 20% and includes both the Pfizer Million and the legendary John Fogerty concert!

To arrange your group ticket purchase, please call or email either Kathleen Petrillo at 845-473-5288 ext. 153, kpetrillo@bardavon.org or Adelina Borman at 845-473-5288 ext 154 aborman@bardavon.org.  They will be happy to set up your purchase, make sure you get your tickets on time, and give you all of the details on this exciting day in Saugerties.

As a bonus to competitors who are attending the Fall Series, those who show during Week VIII will receive a free ticket to the Pfizer Million and the John Fogerty concert. 

General admission tickets are on sale now and available through Ticketmaster as well as the HITS Corporate Office box offices.

More information regarding the Pfizer Million and the John Fogerty concert can be found at www.HitsShows.com.

For more information and a complete schedule of classes and events at HITS Saugerties, visit www.HitsShows.com.

Media should contact the HITS Media Team at 845.246.8833 or e-mail Media_Info@HitsShows.com.

HITS, Inc. produces high-quality, international-level hunter/jumper horse shows. Based in upstate New York in the village of Saugerties, HITS has been producing shows since 1982 and is now a nationwide company with world-class circuits in California, Florida, Arizona, New York and Virginia. In 2010, HITS will take the industry to new heights when it hosts the Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix in Saugerties on September 12.


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We Want Your Woodstock Calendar Items for 2010 For Our Ongoing Website Calendar 

Chamber of Commerce and Arts, Woodstock NY

Dear Woodstock Chamber Members & Friends,
 
The Woodstock Chamber is delighted to provide for the 10th month a Calendar of Great Woodstock Events for Everyone! Your Woodstock Chamber of Commerce and Arts wants to help you promote your events. We want everything you have from now to December 2010!  We want prospective visitors to see the wonderful variety of events they can enjoy if they plan a day or a vacation in our famous little town ... and some folks like to plan ahead!  So please send us info about your Woodstock events ... Feb to Dec 2010!
 
The calendar is posted on the Woodstock Chamber website.  The current calendar for January to December 2010 can be viewed on www.woodstockchamber.com.  If you don't see your Woodstock events in the calendar, please send them to us and we'll add!  The calendar is exclusively for Woodstock events.  Thanks to everyone who sends us materials and suggestions.  Please send more!
 
Yours enthusiastically,
Babs
 
Babs Moley, Corporate Secretary & Board Member
Woodstock Chamber of Commerce and Arts
River Rock Health Spa, Owner
62 Ricks Road, Woodstock NY 12498
Tel Spa 845.679.7800
Home Office 845.657.2222


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TheCommunityGuide Advertising Opportunities

First Connections, Inc., Publisher of TheCommunityGuide.net Online and this Member Newsletter, has been serving the Ulster County community since 1999 and is your First Connection to the Businesses, Services & Resources in Ulster County.

We appreciate the opportunity to work together and help promote your information to those living in, thinking of moving to, working in, playing in, or spending time in the Ulster County area.

Many advertising opportunities abound, including:
--Posting announcements in this Online Member News and E-Newsletter,
--advertising in our Online Resource Guide,
--and advertising in our Print Publications.

Here are some details on each...

ADVERTISE GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS in this Online 'MEMBER NEWS' Section

Gain exposure and recognition by advertising your press release, announcement, special offer, menu, discount offer, property listings, or any news that you wish to share within this Online Member News pageand E-Newsletter.

Additionally, the headlines of the Member News announcements are also included in our monthly E-Newsletter, which is disseminated directly via email to over 1,800 each month. This is one of our most active ways to reach out directly to community members.

Plus, additional exposure is offered to advertisers in the Member News by including the announcement headlines on our Home Page, as well. This is an excellent offering and opportunity to make an even larger impact. Viewers landing on the home page have the opportunity to quickly peruse through the Member News headlines and then click over to read the full announcements.


Introductory RATES to Post GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS in this Member Newsletter:

Postings to the Member News is now a fee-based or advertiser-only opportunity.

The fee to include an announcement in the Online Member News Page is $15 per posting per edition (monthly).

• SAVE with Package Deals:

5 announcements for $60,
12 announcements for $100.
Announcements purchased as a package deal can appear in either the same or consecutive months, whichever is preferable for the advertiser.

• Featured Spotlights in the Member News are also available and offer premium space at the top of the Member News section.
Features include a text announcement PLUS image (logo, etc.).
Featured Spotlights cost $125 per edition per month.

Multiple details, property listings, offerings, etc. can be included within the same announcement, but the size of the submission cannot exceed what would be equivalent to one printed page in standard size font, otherwise additional fees may apply.

• Businesses that are also advertising in our Online (website) Resource or Print materials may submit at least one announcement for posting in the online Member News page during their advertising commitment, at no extra charge.


SUBMISSION DETAILS for posting GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS iIn this Member Newsletter:

TheCommunityGuide.net will email a monthly reminder notice to those on our
E-Newsletter recipient list, to extend the opportunity to those who might wish to take advantage of submitting an announcement for the next monthly Online/E-Newsletter.This is a fee-based or advertiser-only opportunity.

• Announcements should be submitted via email in paragraph form (text only - no jpgs, pdfs, images), generally by the 22nd of the month, for inclusion in the next month's Member News. (Note: Deadline dates may occasionally change.)

• Multiple details, property listings, offerings, etc. can be included within the same announcement, but the size of the submission cannot exceed what would be equivalent to one printed page in standard size font, otherwise additional fees may apply.

• Include a title for the announcement, preferably not to exceed 8 words, which will become the headline link for the announcement.

• Include your contact information so others can reach you.

• Include the category that you wish to be included under, based on the current category headers, or let us determine the best category to include it under.

Content and inclusion of announcements is subject to the approval and discretion of the Publisher.

Allow 7 days to post.

Contact Gail for additional details:
845-679-0569
info@firstcx.com  
www.TheCommunityGuide.net


ADVERTISE REAL ESTATE PROPERTY LISTINGS in this 'Member News' Section

Take advantage of advertising your property listings in our Member News Section and connect with our readers online and via email.

Real Estate Property Listings will now be included under the Real Estate category header of the Member News page (launching shortly). The listings will stay up for about a month.

A referral link to the Real Estate Property Listings section will also appear in our monthly E-Newsletter, which is disseminated monthly via email to over 1,800. This is one of our most active ways to reach out directly to community members.

A referral link to the Real Estate Property Listings section will also appear on our Classifieds Page . Readers coming to the classifieds section can simply click over to get connected to the appropriate page to view property listings.

Additionally, a link to the Real Estate Property Listings section will also appear on the Home Page . Viewers landing on the home page have the opportunity to quickly peruse through the Member News headlines and then click over to read the full announcements.


Introductory RATES For Posting REAL ESTATE PROPERTY LISTINGS In the Member News:

Postings to the Member News is now a fee-based or advertiser only opportunity.

• The fee to include an announcement in the Online Member News Page is $15 per month. Up to 3 property listings can be included in the same announcement, but the size of the submission ccannot exceed what would be equivalent to one printed page in standard size font, otherwise additional fees may apply.

SAVE with Package Deals:
5 announcements for $60,
12 announcements for $100.
Announcements purchased as a package deal can appear in either the same or consecutive months, whichever is preferable for the advertiser.

Featured Spotlights cost $125 per edition.


SUBMISSION Details for REAL ESTATE PROPERTY LISTINGS:

TheCommunityGuide.net will email a monthly reminder notice to those on our
E-Newsletter recipient list, to extend an opportunity to those who might wish to take advantage of submitting property listings for the Real Estate Property Listing Section of the Member News. This is a fee-based or advertiser-only opportunity.


Real Estate Property Listings should be submitted in paragraph form (text only - no pdfs, jpgs, images), generally by the 22nd of the month, for inclusion in the next month's Online Member News. (Note: Submission dates may occasionally change.)

Up to 3 property listings can be included in the same announcement, but the size of the submission cannot exceed what would be equivalent to one printed page in standard size font, otherwise additional fees may apply.

Currently, below is the best order of details for submitting Real Estate property listings.

Simply email below details for each property listing, in paragraph form to info@firstcx.com or contact Gail with any questions, 679-0569.

1) Town Location (Example: Woodstock. Listings are listed alphabetically by Town.)

2) Type of listing (i.e., House for Sale, Apartment for Rent, Commercial Listings, etc.)

3) Description, plus any appropriate links, contact information, price, etc.


Additional REAL ESTATE ADVERTISING Opportunities:

In addition to including property listings in the Member News section, Real Estate Agents / Offices can advertise in our Online Classifieds Page with a Display Ad and Business Directory Listing (with all contact information and a 50-word description of services). Advertising on the Classifieds page can make an impact with those thinking of moving to and initially looking for information about Ulster County, BEFORE they come up to the area.

Additionally, being included in our 'Eat, Drink, Play & Live' PRINT publication is a great way to make an impact with those visiting and enjoying local lodging, events and more.

Online and print advertisers can also include an announcement in at least one monthly 'Member News' at no extra charge.


Contact Gail for additional details and rates.
845-679-0569
info@firstcx.com
www.TheCommunityGuide.net


ADVERTISE in our ONLINE RESOURCE GUIDE - www.TheCommunityGuide.net:

Since 1999, TheCommunityGuide.net Online has been providing helpful information to anyone living in, playing in, or thinking of moving to the Ulster County area.

Advertise in this Online Resource with a Directory Listing and Display ad and reach your target market. Online advertisers can also include an announcement in at least one monthly Member News, at no extra charge.


SUBMISSION Details for the Online Resource - www.TheCommunityGuide.net

Click HERE to complete a General Company Profile Form.

Click HERE to complete a Restaurant Profile Form.

Email Directory Listing details for the Online Guide as text to: info@firstcx.com or contact Gail at 679-0569. If purchasing the enhanced directory listing, include your 50-word description.

Email camera-ready Display Ads (images) for the Online Resource in appropriate size, as RGB COLOR, as a JPEG or GIF file, 72dpi, optimized for the web, to: info@firstcx.com

AD DESIGN is available (at a fee).


ADVERTISE in our Targeted PRINT PUBLICATIONS:

TheCommunityGuide.net publishes several targeted print pieces over the year, which focus on specific topics, allowing readers to easily access details on local businesses that are involved in those targeted topics.

Click here to check out our latest PRINT advertising opportunities.

Some of the topics for upcoming PRINT pieces include:

Eat, Drink Play & Living in the Ulster County Area PRINT GuideE:

A Quick Reference Eat, Drink, Play & Live PRINT Directory featuring places to eat & drink, play & relax in the Ulster County area, plus real estate contacts for those considering living in the area.
Distributed to local lodging, events, and other locations over a period of time.
Deadline Extended to Mid-September, 2010.
Click Here for latest details and rates on the Eat, Drink, Play & Live Print Guide

Lodging PRINT Guide:
A Quick Reference Lodging PRINT Directory, for guest accommodations in the Ulster County area. 
Distributed to various events, tourist attractions, and other locations throughout the year.
Details coming soon.

Home Services PRINT Guide:
A Quick Reference Home Services PRINT Directory, focusing on home services & home improvement businesses that serve the Ulster County area. 
Distributed at real estate conventions and other locations throughout the year.
Details coming soon.
Click here for latest information on the Home Services Print Guide.


SUBMISSION Details for our PRINT PUBLICATIONS:

Click HERE to complete a Company Profile Form.

Or Click HERE to complete a Restaurant Profile Form.

Email Directory Listing details for the Print publications as text to: info@firstcx.com or contact Gail at 679-0569.

Email camera-ready Display Ads (images) for the PRINT pieces, in appropriate size, as CMYK color, 300 dpi, preferably as a pdf to: info@firstcx.com

AD DESIGN is available (at a fee).



PAYMENT DETAILS:

Pre-Payment is required, unless other arrangements have been made.

• Checks should be made payable to First Connections, Inc., PO Box 42, Woodstock, NY 12498.

• VISA and MasterCard credit cards are also accepted.
Click HERE for profile form to complete with credit card details.

Contact Gail for additional details and rates, at 845-679-0569, info@firstcx.com


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Volunteer Opportunity Resources:

• Visit www.TheCommunityGuide.net to read about some volunteer opportunities available in Ulster County

• Visit www.Ulstercorps.org for additional volunteer opportunities and more



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Ulster Corps News and Volunteer Opportunities 

Help End Hunger in the Hudson Valley
Join our Glean Team, get outside, get some exercise, and make a difference by helping to harvest and deliver fresh local produce donated by generous farms to local soup kitchens and food pantries.
More Photos (http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5356) + on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=15128&id=111358082224119)

Sign up for Action Alerts HERE or Like us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/UlsterCorps/111358082224119 to be notified about future gleanings.

Drivers especially needed for donation pick up and distribution! More info (http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=7950) or call 481-0331.

16th Annual Artists Soapbox Derby (http://www.ulstercorps.org/?p=7932)
Sunday August 22, 2010
Seeks volunteers for Gravity Control and more. 338-8473.

Abbott House Post Adoption Services (http://www.ulstercorps.org/?p=7926)
Seeking volunteer to help run children's group at Kingston Library. 457-5030 x3522.

CCE's Master Gardener Program (http://www.ulstercorps.org/?p=7890)
Is looking for gardeners to help feed people who are hungry in our community by joining the Plant-A-Row for the Hungry (PAR) campaign. 340-3990.

Family 40th Anniversary Celebration (http://www.ulstercorps.org/?p=7429)
Saturday August 14th, 2010
Seeks volunteer organizers, public relations, day of the event staff and more. 331-7080x156.

Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson (http://www.ulstercorps.org/?p=7855)
Seeks volunteer troop leaders and more. 790-2326×615.

Good Neighbor Food Pantry (Woodstock) (http://www.ulstercorps.org/?p=7036)
Seeks volunteers Thurs mornings, Wed evenings, monthly food bank pickups. 399-3967.

Helping Hands of NY Food Pantry (Phoenicia) (http://www.ulstercorps.org/?p=7321)
Needs volunteers every other Monday 3-7pm. 688-9825.

Kingston Farmers Market (http://www.ulstercorps.org/?p=7056)
Seeks Saturday morning volunteers. 853-8512.

Phoenicia Festival of the Voice (http://www.ulstercorps.org/?p=7908)
Seeks volunteer greeters, ushers and more
August 13-15th, 2010
Volunteers receive free tickets to the festival!
688-1344

Queens Galley Soup Kitchen (Kingston) (http://www.ulstercorps.org/?p=8043)
Seeks volunteers evenings and weekends. 338-3468.

Rondout Valley Animals for Adoption (Accord) (http://www.ulstercorps.org/?p=7881)
Seeks volunteer dog walkers, drivers and more. 687-7619.

Ulster County Youth Build  (http://www.ulstercorps.org/?p=8055)
Seeks volunteer mentors to work with youth 16-24 years old. 331-2381.

UlsterCorps (http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=4986)
Seeks to grow our tech, event & glean teams, volunteer coordinators, and corps of active volunteers who can respond to urgent requests from local community agencies. 481-0331.

More Opportunities can be found at http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5.

Upcoming Events:
8/7-8
Bikes That Heal/Wildcat Epic 100 Bike Event
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=118)
Volunteers esp. needed 8/8 - 256-8073

8/9, 17
Red Cross Blood Drives
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=119)
Kingston + more 338-7020

8/9-13
Ulster County 4-H Offers Wind Energy Course to Youths
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=117)
340-3990

8/13-15
Phoenicia Festival Of The Voice
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=110)
50+ volunteers needed! 688-1344

8/14
Family of Woodstock 40th Anniversary Fundraiser Celebration
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=61)
331-7080x156

8/16
People's Place Food Pantry
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=47)
Volunteers needed to assist unloading food deliveries 338-4030

8/16, 30
Pine Hill Community Supper + Food Giveaway
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=108)
254-5304

8/21
6th Annual Volunteers' Day Woodstock Town Picnic & Music Festival
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=79)
679-2713x3

8/22
Tour de Family - Cycle Woodstock 2010
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=123)
679-2485

8/22
16th Annual Artists' Soapbox Derby
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=105)
338-8473

8/28
Project HOPE Women Mentoring Orientation
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=122)
559-5656

9/4
Woodstock Diamond Sokolow Dance Theatre
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=120)
679 -7757

9/5
Family of Woodstock - H.I.T.S. Saugerties
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=94)
331-7080x107

9/12
20th Annual Taste of New Paltz
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=109)
Volunteers needed!
255-0243

9/13-27
Ulster County CA$H Coalition Training
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=115)
331-4199

9/15
United Way Day of Caring
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=116)
331-4199

9/16
UCSPCA New Volunteer Orientation
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=90)
331-5377

9/21
Second Annual SUNY New Paltz Volunteer Fair
(http://www.ulstercorps.org/?page_id=5103&event_id=78)
257-3266

For additional volunteer opportunities visit www.ulstercorps.org.


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532-5676
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Positions Available With TheCommunityGuide.net, published by First Connections, Inc.


ADVERTISING SALES:
Looking for terrific person to join our sales team.
P/T or F/T. Sell ad space for our on-line community resources and special print projects. Great opportunity! Great potential!

Experienced ad sales persons preferred. Work out of your own space and make your own schedule. Commission based. Paid as independent consultant (1099 Forms).

References required.  Email resume or note to Gail at info@firstcx.com


SPECIAL PROJECTS COORDINATOR:
P/T Project coordinator for special projects as needed, to research and verify information included in our online publication serving Ulster County area. 

Efforts require verifying existing details, and/or researching new details on internet, local publications and other sources, and then confirming info with appropriate persons over phone or via email to make sure all information is valid and up to date. 

Must be organized, reliable, very detail oriented, have high integrity, patience with people, sense of humor. 

Flexible schedule, work in own home so must be comfortable to set up and work in own setting.  Must have computer, reliable phone (best if can talk hands free).  MS Word is important, and familiarity with word tables and excel just for recording info is helpful.  Fax helpful, but not required. 

Pay is at $9/hour to start, plus possible commission.  Number of hours dependent on current project(s) available, but generally very part time.  Paid as 1099 independent consultant.

References required from previous employment.

Email resume or  note to Gail at info@firstcx.com


INTERNS:
Assist our efforts in compiling and verifying information included in this community resource, and be involved in special projects as well as assisting in with office procedures.

Email resume or  note to Gail at info@firstcx.com

 

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REAL ESTATE PROPERTY LISTINGS:

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HOUSES FOR SALE:

Hurley - House For Sale -
115 Benson Court, Hurley, NY 12443
This is a 50’s charmer in an excellent Old Hurley location. Sited at the end of
a very quiet dead-end street. It’s perfect for the 1st time buyer or
retiree. Nice sense of privacy but very convenient to Kingston schools
and shops. Hardwood floors, large deck for outdoor living. Finished
basement, garage, great home! $219,000
Taft Street Realty, Inc.www.taftstreetrealty.com (845) 687-9292

Kerhonkson - House For Sale -

122 Hilltop Terrace, Kerhonkson, NY 12446
This is a completely renovated country home. Not too big, not
too small. Set on a double lot with plenty of expansion potential.
This property can serve a variety of needs: Located on a quiet
dead-end street, it’s ideal for children to play. It is hassle free,
perfect for an older couple perhaps looking to downsize and attractive
to young, 1st time buyers. Best of all: it’s affordable with very low
taxes. $158,000
Taft Street Realty, Inc. www.taftstreetrealty.com (845) 687-9292

Stone Ridge - House For Sale -
3602 Atwood Rd. Stone Ridge, NY 12484
This is a large and affordable family home right in Stone Ridge. The
open and spacious front and back yards are fenced in and great for
dogs. With a formal dining room, and big eat-in kitchen, combined with
generously sized bedrooms and plenty of usable space in the full
basement, there’s plenty of space for everyone! All protected by a
high-end security system. This home is in an ideal location literally
minutes from the village of Stone Ridge! It is super convenient to
Kingston, Woodstock, and New Paltz, offering a great variety of
restaurants and shopping. Set in a quiet neighborhood just a short
walk from Marbletown Elementary school, it’s perfect for the large or
growing family and even a few dogs! $299,900
Taft Street Realty, Inc.www.taftstreetrealty.com (845) 687-9292




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ADDITIONAL LINKS:

 



TheCommunityGuide Advertising Opportunities, Posting To The Member News, And Rate Details:

First Connections, Inc., Publisher of TheCommunityGuide.net Online and this Member Newsletter, has been serving the Ulster County community since 1999 and is your First Connection to the Businesses, Services & Resources in Ulster County.

We appreciate the opportunity to work together and help promote your information to those living in, thinking of moving to, working in, playing in, or spending time in the Ulster County area.

Many advertising opportunities abound, including:
--posting announcements in this Online Member News and E-Newsletter,
--advertising in our Online Resource Guide,
--and advertising in our Print Publications.

Here are some details on each...


Advertise General Announcements In This Online 'Member News' Page:

Gain exposure and recognition by advertising your press release, announcement, special offer, menu, discount offer, property listings, or any news that you wish to share within this Online Member News page and E-Newsletter.

Additionally, the headlines of the Member News announcements are also included in our monthly E-Newsletter, which is disseminated directly via email to over 1,800 each month. This is one of our most active ways to reach out directly to community members.

Plus, additional exposure is offered to advertisers in the Member News by including the announcement headlines on our Home Page, as well. This is an excellent offering and opportunity to make an even larger impact. Viewers landing on the home page have the opportunity to quickly peruse through the Member News headlines and then click over to read the full announcements.


How To SUBMIT GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS For This Member Newsletter:

TheCommunityGuide.net will email a monthly reminder notice to those on our
E-Newsletter recipient list, to extend the opportunity to those who might wish to take advantage of submitting an announcement for the next monthly Online/E-Newsletter.
This is a fee-based or advertiser-only opportunity. See below for rates.

• Announcements should be submitted via email in paragraph form (text only - no jpgs, pdfs, images), generally by the 22nd of the month, for inclusion in the next month's Member News. (Note: Deadline dates may occasionally change.)

• Multiple details, property listings, offerings, etc. can be included within the same announcement, but the size of the submission cannot exceed what would be equivalent to one printed page in standard size font, otherwise additional fees may apply.

• Include a title for the announcement, preferably not to exceed 8 words, which will become the headline link for the announcement.

• Include your contact information so others can reach you.

• Include the category that you wish to be included under, based on the current category headers, or let us determine the best category to include it under.

Content and inclusion of announcements is subject to the approval and discretion of the Publisher.

Allow 7 days to post.

Contact Gail for additional details:
845-679-0569
info@firstcx.com  
www.TheCommunityGuide.net


INTRODUCTORY RATES To Post Announcements In The Member News:

Postings to the Member News is now a fee-based or advertiser-only opportunity.

The fee to include an announcement in the Online Member News Page is $15 per posting per edition (monthly).

• SAVE with Package Deals:

5 announcements for $60,
12 announcements for $100.
Announcements purchased as a package deal can appear in either the same or consecutive months, whichever is preferable for the advertiser.

• Featured Spotlights in the Member News are also available and offer premium space at the top of the Member News section.
Features include a text announcement PLUS image (logo, etc.).
Featured Spotlights cost $125 per edition per month.

Multiple details, property listings, offerings, etc. can be included within the same announcement, but the size of the submission cannot exceed what would be equivalent one printed page in standard size font, otherwise additional fees may apply.

• Businesses that are also advertising in our Online (website) Resource or Print materials may submit at least one announcement for posting in the online Member News page during their advertising commitment, at no extra charge.


PAYMENTS:

Pre-Payment is required, unless other arrangements have been made.

Checks should be made payable to First Connections, Inc., PO Box 42, Woodstock, NY 12498.

VISA and MasterCard credit cards are also accepted.
Click HERE for profile form to complete with credit card details.

Contact Gail for additional details and rates, at 845-679-0569, info@firstcx.com



Advertise REAL ESTATE PROPERTY LISTINGS In The Member News:

Take advantage of advertising your property listings in our Member News Section and connect with our readers online and via email.

Real Estate Property Listings will be included under the Real Estate category header of the Member News page (launching shortly). The listings will stay up for about a month.

A referral link to the Real Estate Property Listings section will also appear in our monthly E-Newsletter, which is disseminated monthly via email to over 1,800. This is one of our most active ways to reach out directly to community members.

A referral link to the Real Estate Property Listings section will also appear on our Classifieds Page . Readers coming to the classifieds section can simply click over to get connected to the appropriate page to view property listings.

Additionally, a link to the Real Estate Property Listings section will also appear on the Home Page . Viewers landing on the home page have the opportunity to quickly peruse through the Member News headlines and then click over to read the full announcements.


How To SUBMIT REAL ESTATE PROPERTY LISTINGS For This Member Newsletter:

TheCommunityGuide.net will email a monthly reminder notice to those on our
E-Newsletter recipient list, to extend an opportunity to those who might wish to take advantage of submitting property listings for the Real Estate Property Listing Section of the Member News. This is a fee-based or advertiser only opportunity. See below for rates.

Real Estate Property Listings should be submitted in paragraph form (text only - no pdfs, jpgs, images), generally by the 22nd of the month, for inclusion in the next month's Online Member News. (Note: Submission dates may occasionally change.)

Up to 3 property listings can be included in the same announcement, but the size of the submission cannot exceed what would be equivalent to one printed page in standard size font, otherwise additional fees may apply.

Currently, below is the best order of details for submitting Real Estate property listings.

Simply email below details for each property listing, in paragraph form to info@firstcx.com or contact Gail with any questions, 679-0569.

1) Town Location (Example: Woodstock. Listings are listed alphabetically by Town.)

2) Type of listing (i.e., House for Sale, Apartment for Rent, Commercial Listings, etc.)

3) Description, plus any appropriate links, contact information, price, etc.


INTRODUCTORY RATES For Posting REAL ESTATE PROPERTY LISTINGS In The Member News:

Postings to the Member News is now a fee-based or advertiser-only opportunity.

• The fee to include an announcement in the Online Member News Page is $15 per posting per edition (monthly). Up to 3 property listings can be included in the same announcement, but the size of the submission cannot exceed what would be equivalent to one printed page in standard size font, otherwise additional fees may apply.

SAVE with Package Deals:
5 announcements for $60,
12 announcements for $100.
Announcements purchased as a package deal can appear in either the same or consecutive months, whichever is preferable for the advertiser.

Featured Spotlights cost $125 per edition.


PAYMENTS:

Pre-Payment is required, unless other arrangements have been made.

Checks should be made payable to First Connections, Inc., PO Box 42, Woodstock, NY 12498.

VISA and MasterCard credit cards are also accepted.
Click HERE for profile form to complete with credit card details.

Contact Gail for additional details and rates, at 845-679-0569, info@firstcx.com



ADDITIONAL REAL ESTATE ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES:

In addition to including property listings in the Member News section, Real Estate Agents / Offices can advertise in our Online Classifieds Page with a Display Ad and Business Directory Listing (with all contact information and a 50-word description of services). Advertising on the Classifieds page can make an impact with those thinking of moving to and initially looking for information about Ulster County, BEFORE they come up to the area.

Additionally, being included in our 'Eat, Drink, Play & Live' PRINT publication is a great way to make an impact with those visiting and enjoying local lodging, events and more.

Online and print advertisers can also include an announcement in at least one monthly 'Member News' at no extra charge.


Contact Gail for additional details and rates.
845-679-0569
info@firstcx.com
www.TheCommunityGuide.net


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Advertise in Our Online Resource Directory - www.TheCommunityGuide.net:

Since 1999, TheCommunityGuide.net Online has been providing helpful information to anyone living in, playing in, or thinking of moving to the Ulster County area.

Advertise in this Online Resource with a Directory Listing and Display ad and reach your target market. Online advertisers can also include an announcement in at least one monthly Member News, at no extra charge.


WWW.THECOMMUNITYGUIDE.NET ONLINE RESOURCE GUIDE SUBMISSIONS:

Click HERE to complete a General Company Profile Form.

Click HERE to complete a Restaurant Profile Form.


Email Directory Listing details for the Online Resource Guide as text to: info@firstcx.com or contact Gail at 679-0569. If purchasing the enhanced directory listing, include your 50-word description.

Email camera-ready Display Ads (images) for the Online Resource Guide in appropriate size, as RGB COLOR, as a JPEG or GIF file, 72dpi, optimized for the web, to: info@firstcx.com

AD DESIGN is available (at a fee)

PAYMENTS:

Pre-Payment is required, unless other arrangements have been made.

Checks should be made payable to First Connections, Inc., PO Box 42, Woodstock, NY 12498.

VISA and MasterCard credit cards are also accepted.
Click HERE for profile form to complete with credit card details.

Contact Gail for additional details and rates, at 845-679-0569, info@firstcx.com



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Advertise in Our Targeted Print Publications:

TheCommunityGuide.net publishes several targeted print pieces over the year, which focus on specific topics, allowing readers to easily access details on local businesses that are involved in those targeted topics.

Click here to check out our latest PRINT advertising opportunities.

Some of the topics for upcoming PRINT pieces include:

EAT, DRINK, PLAY & LIVE IN THE ULSTER COUNTY AREA PRINT GUIDE:

A Quick Reference Eat, Drink, Play & Live PRINT Directory featuring places to eat & drink, play & relax in the Ulster County area, plus real estate contacts for those considering living in the area.
Distributed to local lodging, events, and other locations over a period of time.
Deadline Extended to Mid-September, 2010.
Click Here for latest details and rates on the Eat, Drink, Play & Live Print Guide

LODGING PRINT GUIDE:
A Quick Reference Lodging PRINT Directory, for guest accommodations in the Ulster County area. 
Distributed to various events, tourist attractions, and other locations throughout the year.
Details coming soon.

HOME SERVICES PRINT GUIDE:
A Quick Reference Home Services PRINT Directory, focusing on home services & home improvement businesses that serve the Ulster County area. 
Distributed at real estate conventions and other locations throughout the year.
Details coming soon.
Click here for latest information on the Home Services Print Guide.


PRINT SUBMISSIONS:

Click HERE to complete a Company Profile Form.

Or Click HERE to complete a Restaurant Profile Form.

Email Directory Listing details (text) for the PRINT publications to: info@firstcx.com

Email camera-ready Display Ads (images) for the PRINT pieces, in appropriate size, as CMYK color, 300 dpi, preferably as a pdf to: info@firstcx.com

AD DESIGN is available (at a fee).

PAYMENTS:

Pre-Payment is required, unless other arrangements have been made.

Checks should be made payable to First Connections, Inc., PO Box 42, Woodstock, NY 12498.

VISA and MasterCard credit cards are also accepted.
Click HERE for profile form to complete with credit card details.


Contact Gail for additional details and rates, at 845-679-0569, info@firstcx.com


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Payment Details:

Pre-Payment is required, unless other arrangements have been made.

• Checks should be made payable to First Connections, Inc., PO Box 42, Woodstock, NY 12498.

• VISA and MasterCard credit cards are also accepted.
Click HERE for profile form to complete with credit card details.

Contact Gail for additional details and rates, at 845-679-0569, info@firstcx.com


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Positions Available with TheCommunityGuide.net and

First Connections, Inc.

 

While special project positions may be currently filled, at any point we may need additional assistance. If you would like us to have your information on file, please email your resume to info@firstcx.com

Additionally, we are always looking for terrific Advertising Sales Reps.

We are a community-minded publication looking for experienced, motivated, detail-oriented, reliable, organized individuals to join our team.

Mostly work out of your own home, so must be comfortable to set up and work in own setting, and have lots of integrity, patience and a sense of humor!

Here are some additional details for various positions:

ADVERTISING SALES:
P/T or F/T. Sell ad space for our on-line web resource, and special print projects. Strictly commission based. Great Potential. Experienced ad sales persons preferred. Work out of your own space and make your own schedule. Paid as independent consultant (1099 Forms).

PROJECT COORDINATORS:
Part-time positions to help research and verify details for our website, www.TheCommunityGuide.net along with other varied projects. Work in your own location, or possibly at ours. Some projects are on-going, some are occasional throughout the year. Hours range as projects arise. Possibility for on-going work. Must be very detail oriented, reliable, organized, great on the phone, etc. Experience with MS Word, basic knowledge of Excel or database software preferred, have phone, email, comfortable using internet. Must be able to talk on phone and type while collecting and recording information. Fax machine helpful. Paid as an independent consultant at $9/hour to start, plus possible commission.

References required for all above positions, from previous employment.

INTERNS:
Assist our efforts in compiling and verifying information included in this community resource, and be involved in special projects as well as assisting in with office procedures.


Email resume or note to Gail at info@firstcx.com and indicate which position(s) you might interested in.



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Got Volunteer Opportunities?  List Them for Free! 

Let's get the word out about the various Volunteer Opportunities available in the community. 

To be listed for FREE on our web page, /www.thecommunityguide.net/volunteer.html please submit the following details in paragraph form:

Submit listing information with Agency Name,

20-word description of the program,

phone,

website,

plus contact information for yourself so that we can connect in case of any questions.

Contact Gail at 679-0569 or info@firstcx.com for additional details or larger advertising opportunities.

 


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Please Consider Including Our Community URL Link on Your Web Site and/or Link Swap

           

Please consider including our link on your website - http://www.thecommunityguide.net

Thank you.

We offer a wide range of community details and information, especially in Ulster County, all in one place, in an easy to read format for your readership to review. 

As you may know, Link Swapping and reciprocal linking benefits both parties by raising search rankings and generating more traffic to both sites.


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DISCLAIMER:

First Connections, Inc. (Publisher of TheCommunityGuide.net and the Community E-Newsletter & web page) is not responsible for the accuracy of the content of each announcement posted herein, and cannot assume any responsibility for the goods or services rendered by these independent businesses and organizations.

Please note that event dates, times and locations are subject to change, so it is recommended to contact them prior to attending to confirm.





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P.O. Box 42, Woodstock, NY 12498 | 845-679-0569 | info@firstcx.com




These newsletters offer supporters of TheCommunityGuide.net the opportunity to
outreach and network with other members of the community. 

Additional information is included at the Publisher's discretion or at a fee.


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      THANK YOU TO

 OUR SUPPORTERS:

Adams Fairacre Farms

336-6300

A.I.R. Studio Gallery
331-2662

Alan's Affordable Computers & Repairs
687-9505

All About Travel
255-9200

Aspects Gallery Inn & Spa
679-2469

Camp Seewackamano / YMCA
338-3810 x106

Camp Shawangunk
647-0200 x541

Camp Wiltmeet / YMCA
255-2107

Center for Therapeutic Massage

255-2188

Chamber of Commerce of Ulster County, Inc.
338-5100

Chasin & Guarente, Drs., Optometrists, P.C.

339-4990

Child Care Council of Ulster County, The
331-7080

Christina's Restaurant
(formerly Guido's Grill & Pasta House)
339-7400

Country Acres Center
247-8700

Drinking Water Systems
679-0569

Emerson Resort & Spa
688-2828

Emiliani Ristorante
246-6169


Enchanted Manor of Woodstock
679-9012

Enchanted Toys
255-1429

Excel Auto Glass
336-0800

First Connections, Inc.
679-0569

First Steps Day Care Center
679-6301

Flint, Stacie
Expressionist Paintings
255-2505

Four Seasons Sunrooms / Hudson Valley Sunrooms
339-1787


Fox and Hound Wine & Spirits
255-7475

George Cole Auctions & Realty
758-9114

Green Heron Farm
246-9427

H. Houst & Son
679-2115

Handmade and More
255-6277

HealthAlliance, Inc.
Benedictine Hospital
The Kingston Hospital
Margaretville Hospital

Herzogs Home Center
338-6300

Hickory BBQ & Smokehouse
338-2424


HITS (Horse Shows In The Sun)
246-8833

Home Plate Deli
336-7384

Hudson Valley Weddings
Judy Lewis, Web Mistress
336-4705

Humbach, Irene, LCSW, PC
485-5933

The Inn at Stone Ridge
687-0112

Institute for Music and Health
677-5871

JK's Wine & Liquor
331-6429

Kathleen McGuiness West Hurley Art Studio
679-1241

Kessler, Dr. Carol S. &
Irlen Clinic
334-9340

Kingston Conservatory of Music
338-2985


The Little Bear
679-8899

LittleHeart Ltd.
Cathy Cioffi
657-2922

Loominus Handwovens
679-6500

MAC Fitness
338-2887

Man With A Van
255-6347

Montano's Shoe Store
246-4381

Moondance Ridge Bed and Breakfast of New Paltz
255-4161

Mother Earth Health Food
336-5541; 246-9614; 296-1069

Murphy Realty Group
338-5252

Naomi Graphics
679-0360

New York Conservatory For The Arts (NYCA)
339-4340


Nina Silverman Physical Therapy
331-8590

Northern Dutchess Hospital
Health Quest affiliate
876-3001

NYR Organic
Fatima Deen, Ind. Consultant

532-5676

OnQue LLC
Jewelry and Estate Sales

Parisi Speed School
at Mid-Hudson Athletic Club (MAC Fitness)
338-2887

Pegasus Shoes
679-2373; 256-0788

Pine Street Pediatric Associates, P.C.
331-4484

Pine Tree Arts Day Nursery
338-0410

Professionals Connection, The
331-2206

Pussyfoot Lodge B&B and Pet Sitting
687-0330

Reflexology & Energetic Healing /
Jan Shapiro

(763) 234-6901

Reginato Ristorante
336-6968

Michelle Rhodes /
Deep Clay

255-8039

River Rock Health Spa
679-7800

Rondout Valley Business Association
687-4567

Sage, Jenny -
Waldorf Group Tutor

415-233-2336

Sandlot Sports Camp
338-3810 x106

Sanitall™
Hudson Valley Green Cleaners
657-7283

Schneider, Pfahl & Rahmé, LLP
Attorneys at Law
845-679-9868,
212-629-7744 (NYC)

School of the New Moon
679-7112

Sedona Method Certified Coach
Delilah Praete, LMSW

626-3191

Skytop Steakhouse & Brewing Co.
340-4277

Southern Ulster County Chamber of Commerce
691-6070

SweetHeart Gallery
679-2622

Taft Street Realty Inc.
687-9292, 380-3394


TheCommunityGuide.
net

679-0569

The Stone Ridge Emporium
687-7735

Thompson House, The
at Northern Dutchess Hospital
871-3760

Timeshare-Resale-Rental
(866) 430-4391

Touche´ Restaurant
679-2121

Town & Country Liquors
246-8931

Transcend Dental
Dr. Bruce J. Milner
679-4015

Tri-County Woman
679-0569

Tuthilltown Spirits
255-1527

Ulster County Board of Realtors, Inc.
338-5299

Ulster Savings Bank
338-0900

Unison Arts & Learning Center
255-1559

Weiss, Marcia / Associate Broker at Westwood, Metes & Bounds Realty
679-0006 x121 or 679-9202

Women's Health & Fitness Expo
802-7025

Woodstock Chiropractic
David Rosenblum, DC
679-2225

YMCA of Kingston & Ulster County
338-3810

Yoga on Duck Pond
Donna Nisha Cohen
687-4836

 

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