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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 Wendy’s to Honor Foster and Adoptive Families November 18

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Rockland County is once again partnering with local Wendy’s restaurants to recognize National Adoption Month and raise awareness about the need for foster families.

For the 15th consecutive year, the Rockland County Department of Social Services (RCDSS) Children’s Services Unit will join Wendy’s locations in Nanuet and West Haverstraw on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, for an event honoring foster and adoptive families throughout the county.

As part of the celebration, the two participating Wendy’s restaurants will provide free meals to Rockland County foster and adoptive families in recognition of the legacy of Wendy’s founder Dave Thomas, who was adopted as an infant.

Thomas became a longtime advocate for adoption and founded the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption in 1992, based on his belief that every child deserves a safe, loving and permanent home.

The local restaurants are operated by Wenesco Restaurants, whose owners, Kevin Woodside and Phillip Anastos, are continuing Thomas’ legacy by supporting foster care and adoption initiatives in the community.

99 Rockland County Children Have Found Forever Homes

The annual partnership has helped bring attention to the importance of foster family recruitment and adoption throughout Rockland County.

According to county officials, 99 children have found their forever homes over the past 15 years with the assistance and support of community partners like Wendy’s.

“We are grateful to Wendy’s for partnering with us for the 15th consecutive year to raise awareness of the need for caring and loving foster homes and to recognize the tireless efforts and compassion of our adoptive and foster care parents,” said Patrick A. Frawley, Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Social Services.

County Executive Ed Day also encouraged residents who have considered fostering a child to learn more about the opportunity.

“Fostering a child is a truly special opportunity to change a young person’s life,” Day said. He encouraged anyone considering becoming a foster parent to explore the process and discover the difference they could make in a child’s life.

Residents Invited to Learn About Becoming Foster Parents

In addition to honoring existing foster and adoptive families, the November 18 event will give residents an opportunity to speak with representatives and learn more about becoming a foster parent or navigating the adoption process.

Anyone interested in learning more is invited to stop by either participating Wendy’s location between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Wednesday, November 18.

Participating locations:

  • Wendy’s Nanuet: 90 Route 59, Nanuet, NY
  • Wendy’s West Haverstraw: 125 Route 9W, West Haverstraw, NY

Residents interested in becoming foster parents can also find additional information through the Rockland County Department of Social Services at FosterRockland.com.

The annual event serves as a reminder that every child deserves a safe and loving home, and that becoming a foster parent can make a lasting difference in a young person’s life.

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Lowe’s Offering Free Holiday Engine Workshop for Kids November 14

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Kids Club Holiday Engine Workshop Announcement

Families looking for a fun and creative activity for their children this November can take advantage of a free holiday-themed workshop through Lowe’s Kids Club.

Lowe’s is inviting young builders to get creative during its Holiday Engine Workshop, scheduled for Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 10 a.m.

The free workshop gives children an opportunity to participate in a hands-on building activity while celebrating the holiday season.

Part of the Lowe’s Kids Club program, these workshops are designed to encourage creativity, introduce children to basic building skills and provide families with an opportunity to enjoy a fun activity together.

The Holiday Engine Workshop is free to participate in, but advance registration is required. Parents or guardians must have a child’s Kids Club profile and complete registration to participate.

Space and participation may be subject to availability, and Lowe’s notes that workshops are subject to terms and conditions and may change.

For families interested in signing up, additional information and registration details are available at Lowes.com/KidsClub.

With the holiday season approaching, this is another opportunity for young builders to roll up their sleeves, get creative and enjoy a little hands-on holiday fun!

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