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The Sisters of Saint Dominic of Blauvelt, NY will be hosting a Designer Handbag Bingo

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The Dominican Sisters of Blauvelt are a religious congregation within the Dominican Order of religious sisters  founded in 1890. They are based in the town of Blauvelt, NY. Their traditional service has been childcare, both through teaching and caring for orphans.

In 1862, Mother Hyacinth Scheininger, O.P., was sent from Holy Cross Convent in the Williamsburgh section of Brooklyn in order to teach German girls in Lower Manhattan. It was there that Mary met the cloistered Dominican nuns, who had come from Ratisbon, Germany, to care for children of the German-speaking immigrants to America. She joined the nuns and received the Dominican habit in 1873, at which time she took the name Sister Mary Ann .

By that time, a separate convent on Second Street in Brooklyn had been established. It was in Brooklyn that she began to rescue orphaned children from the streets of New York City, especially immigrant children. Eventually, she was asked by the Archbishop of NY, Cardinal McCloskey, to establish a home for them. Sister Mary Ann and Mother Hyacinth were looking for property in Blauveltville NY, when they came across a “For Sale” sign in front of the Eustace property on Western Highway. They decided to stop and look at the house and property. As they entered the parlor, they were surprised to see an original Grellet painting of the founder of their Order, Saint Dominic, raising a dead child to life—a miracle which had occurred at Saint Sixtus in Rome in the 13th century. For the two nuns, this was a sign and Sister Mary Ann exclaimed, “Here we shall be.”

In 1878, she and a few other nuns established Saint Joseph Convent in Blauveltville NY, Rockland County, New York. Nine immigrant orphans also went with the nuns, the beginning of what is now St. Dominic’s Home.[1]

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Rockland County to Host Veteran Resource Fair at Palisades Center Mall

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WEST NYACK, NY — Veterans and their families are invited to attend the Rockland Veteran Resource Fair this Saturday, May 17th, from 12:00 to 3:00 PM at the Palisades Center Mall.

The fair will feature 17 tables of Veteran-specific resources and services, along with Veteran Advocates ready to assist the community. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with a variety of organizations, including VA Hudson Valley Health Care, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), and Clear Path for Veterans.

This event is designed to support and inform the Veteran community by providing direct access to health care enrollment, mental health resources, advocacy, and additional services tailored to the needs of those who have served.

Veterans, active service members, and their families are encouraged to stop by, ask questions, and explore the wide range of support options available.

For more information, contact the Rockland County Veterans Service Agency or visit the Palisades Center Mall event page.

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Level Up Your Skills — Free Career Workshops from Rockland Works

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Free Workshops to Boost Your Career and Skills

This May, Rockland Works is offering a series of free, expert-led workshops designed to help you build essential skills, explore new career paths, and take control of your future. Whether you’re re-entering the workforce, launching a business, or looking to improve your computer skills, there’s something for everyone.

Featured Workshops

Self-Advocacy
In partnership with BRDGES
Friday, May 16 | 1:00 PM
Learn practical strategies for navigating re-entry after incarceration, disclosing a disability, and negotiating employment contracts.

Entrepreneurial Skills
In partnership with BRDGES
Monday, May 19 | 12:00 PM
Thinking about starting your own business? Get expert advice on how to launch, market, and grow your business from experienced consultants.

Computer Skills: Basic Excel
Wednesday, May 21 | 4:00 PM
Master the fundamentals of Excel, including navigating spreadsheets, formatting data, and using essential formulas like SUM and AVERAGE.

Resume Writing & One-on-One Review Sessions
Receive step-by-step guidance to build a resume that gets noticed, along with personalized feedback from our career experts.

All workshops are free and open to the public. Registration is required.

📞 For more information, call us at (845) 770-2900
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Visit: www.rocklandworks.org

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