OSSINING WEEKLY WEB BLAST MARCH 5, 2020
Village & Town Information
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Plastic Bag Ban has begun #BYOBagNY
New decade, new adventures! Why not take your reusable bags along too? Did you know that more than 23 million plastic bags are typically used each year in New York State? New York's plastic bag ban starts March 1, 2020, and will help reduce pollution and protect fish and wildlife.
Reusable bags come in many different shapes, sizes, and materials, making it easy to find ones that work best for you and your everyday adventures.
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Let's all wash our hands to prevent the spread of viruses
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The Ossining Recreation & Parks Department has many great upcoming Special Events and program offerings that are now open for registration.
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Password for all WIFI Networks:
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Upcoming Programs in the Village and Town of Ossining
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Ossining’s Down to Earth Farmers Market
When: Saturday from 9AM-1PM through April
Where: Near Market Square at the corner of Spring & Main Streets, Ossining, NY
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Crafters and Quilters “It’s Not Easy Being Green” Retreat
What:
Join us as we move from the darkness of winter to the “greening” of spring. Participants will reflect on and celebrate the many shades of green growth in nature; while working on a project of your choice, utilizing a green palette of fabric, yarn thread, or paint. Please bring any special equipment you need for your project.
When:
Friday, March 6 to Sun., March 8, 2020
Where:
The Center at Mariandale
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Journal Writing as a Spiritual Practice: A Weekend Retreat
What:
During this retreat, we will use guided meditation to inspire both written and visual content; we will work with both intent and intuition, at our own pace, in the satisfying and illuminating practice of journal entry.
When:
Friday, March 13 to Sunday, March 15, 2020
Where:
The Center at Mariandale
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Two Birds Popup Dinner @ Sing Sing Kill Brewery
What:
Two Birds & Sing Sing Kill Brewery are teaming up again for a popup dinner on Friday, March 13th, from 6-9pm. Come on down to the taproom for Two Birds Provisions' incredible signature broth bowls and other special dishes! Two Birds is a cross-cultural provisions company that uses their signature small batch broths as a base to develop dishes that are inspired by their varied tastes and experiences. Everything they make is handcrafted naturally with the ultimate goal of quality, seeking out the best and freshest ingredients as inspiration. Don't miss out!
When:
Friday, March 13th // 6-9pm
Where:
Sing Sing Kill Brewery // 77 Spring Street, Ossining
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Merton & Me: A Living Trinity
What:
Join us for a very special afternoon of storytelling, and witness one young man’s life-changing encounter with the writings of Thomas Merton. Douglas Hertler, aka Doug Lory, is a professional actor, tour guide, and retreat leader. He is also a member of the International Thomas Merton Society (ITMS). Written and presented by Douglas Hertler (known professionally as Doug Lory), it depicts his life-changing encounter with the writings of Thomas Merton, most notably Merton’s classic No Man Is an Island. Thomas Merton appears and reappears, creating a synergy of spirit and psyche that serves as a mirror into the soul.
When:
Sunday, March 15, 2 to 5 pm
Where:
The Center at Mariandale
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Playwriting Festival for Young Hudson Valley Writers
What: Have you ever wanted to write a screenplay or stageplay? Are you a young Writer? Playwright? Actor? Theater-maker? Come write a short play for us! The Westchester Collaborative Theater (Ossining, NY) announces its inaugural short play festival for aspiring young writers (age 13-20) in the Hudson Valley Region! Selected Playwrights Will: Have your short play produced as a Staged Reading in WCT’s Blackbox Theater from May 28th through May 31st!//Get editing support from a regional playwright to develop your work!//Encourage your friends to audition for the roles YOU create!//See your work go through a rehearsal process with a professional director and performed at WCT’s Black Box Theater in Ossining, NY!
When: Staged Readings from May 28th through May 31st
Where: WCT’s Blackbox Theater
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Ossining Community! Let's join together with #MightyNathaniel for National Down Syndrome Day on Saturday, March 21 to spread awareness for all those rocking Down Syndrome.
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Married Couple Date Night
What:
You and your spouse are cordially invited to join other married couples for an evening DATE NIGHT at Mariandale. Enjoy a stroll together on the banks of the Hudson River, relax, and enjoy meeting other couples, drinks, hors d’oeuvres, a candlelight dinner and dessert with engaging conversations.
When:
Saturday, March 28, 2020, 5 to 8p
Where:
The Center at Mariandale
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The Lantern Gift Shop “Bunnies & Stuff” Sale and “Fabulous Bake Sale”
What:
"BUNNIES & STUFF" SALE and "FABULOUS BAKE SALE" Bunnies, chicks & baskets, Easter cards, gifts & handcrafts, Many new affordable gift items, Silk flower arrangements & wreaths! Terrific homemade baked goods! Vintage values!
When:
Saturday, March 28, 2020, 10 AM to 3 PM (snow date: April 4)
Where:
The Lantern Gift Shop, St. Paul’s on the Hill, 40 Ganung Drive, Ossining, NY 10562 (Just east of Rt. 9A off of Rt. 133)
Contact:
The Lantern Gift Shop at St. Paul’s on the Hill Church Office 914.941.6627,
stpaulsganung@gmail.com
or (on day of sale only) 914.941.4434
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Answering the Soul’s Call to Write
What:
This four-day spring retreat for writers is both an invitation and an opportunity. Explore, strengthen and express your call to write. Develop tools and techniques through daily writing prompts that will inspire and guide you throughout the weekend. Learn basic essentials about the publishing industry. Identify and overcome obstacles to your creativity.
When:
Thursday, April 2 to Sunday, April 5, 2020
Where:
The Center at Mariandale
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The Shoden Two-Day Certificate Course
What:
Shoden is a Japanese word meaning “first teachings.” These are the first teachings of the system of Reiki. In this practical two-day course, you will learn how to help yourself with a daily healing practice and how you can also help your friends and family using Japanese healing techniques
When: April 18 to April 19,2020
Where: The Center at Mariandale
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Mandala: A Mindful, Creative Practice
What:
The mandala is a symmetrical design that has historically appeared in art forms, architecture and ceremonies around the world. This day retreat is designed to introduce participants to the experience and practice of creating their own, unique expression.
When:
Sat., May 2, 2020
Where:
The Center at Mariandale
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Ossining’s Museum in the Streets (MITS)
What:
MITS is a free, self-guided walking tour and consists of 25 numbered panels with images and explanatory text about the architecturally and historically significant buildings within the Downtown Ossining Historic District.
When:
On a 24/7 basis
Where:
The tour starting point is located on the north side of the Ossining Open Door Medical Center at 247 Main St. in Downtown Ossining. However visitors one can also begin at any of the numbered panels and take as few or as many panels as desired.
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Green Ossining Launches ‘Green Ossining Sustainability Partnership
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Ossining Food Pantry:Asking for Your Support
What:
Recently furloughed or laid-off? Having trouble making ends meet? We know it's been a difficult year. The Ossining Food Pantry is here to help residents of Ossining and Briarcliff Manor. We are a 100% volunteer organization dedicated to helping our neighbors in need. If you and your family are in need of food assistance, please visit with our friendly volunteers at Trinity Church in downtown Ossining (7 South Highland Avenue.) We distribute non-perishable food items on Thursday evenings (6:30-8:00PM) and Friday mornings (10:00AM-Noon.) We have a warm and welcoming atmosphere. **Please consider making an on-line donation to help Ossining Food Pantry feed our neighbors in need. A one-time or reoccurring monthly donation will be greatly appreciated. We are 100% volunteer organization. Virtually all of your donation will go toward the cost of food for the needy.
Contact:
Ossining Food Pantry, P.O. Box 869, Ossining, NY 10562 or call 914-762-5510 and leave a voicemail message and a volunteer will return your call.
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St. Matthews Headstart Daycare Early Headstart & Headstart Program
What:
High quality research based curriculum, screenings and services to support healthy development and promote school readiness; family support, nutrition, guidance and access to community resources.
Hours:
Head Start Hours 9:00 – 3:00pm/Daycare Hours 7:00-9:00am & 3:00-6:00pm
Contact:
For more information contact St. Matthew’s at 914-941-1715
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NEW ADULT BALLET CLASS
What:
Adult Ballet Class - Beginner to Advanced training
When:
Friday's beginning February 28 for 12weeks
Where:
Logrea Dance Academy, 2 Dale Ave, Ossining NY
Info:
10 Class card $185, 5 Class card $100, Single class $25
Contact:
For more information or to REGISTER, please visit our website:
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COME DANCE WITH US!
What:
Logrea Dance Academy Enrollment Opportunities
When:
LAST WEEK to ENROLL!
Where:
2 DALE AVENUE, OSSINING, NY 10562
Info:
Does your child love to dance around the living room? We have just the thing. Come and do a 4-week trial (one class per wk) in Ballet, Jazz, Theatre Dance or Tap. Classes for ages 3 and up. (Only Adult Tap). *Boys and girls. *Incentive discount for boys 7 and up who take at least one ballet class. "At Logrea we are training students to become independent, respectful, self confident young adults with a passion for the arts."
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Ossining Athletic Booster Club
What:
The Ossining Athletic Booster Club is a not-for-profit volunteer organization established in 2001 to promote the athletic programs of the Ossining School District, recognize their achievements, and support Ossining's student-athletes and coaches by funding items not in the school budget and awarding scholarships to worthy graduating seniors of Ossining Athletic Booster Club members and donors.
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Jazz the Lodge
What:
Jazz at the Lodge is a year-round live music venue presenting Jazz, Blues, R&B and ethnically focused genres performed by local and metro New York musicians.
When:
Selected Thursday and Saturday nights
Where:
Ossining Elks Lodge 1486, 118 Croton Avenue, Ossining, NY 10562
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CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Admissions Test -TACHS PREP CLASSES & BOOT CAMPS
What:
Prepare with us for the TACHS – Test for Admissions to Catholic High Schools. This course will heavily concentrate on the Reading, Language, Mathematics and Reasoning skills covered on the TACHS Examination. During class, students will practice timing, test taking strategies and extensive drill and review of all TACHS Exam topics. Register online at
https://www.eduscapeassociates.com/tachs-exam-prep-classes/
When:
Fall 2019-Check website for schedule of Classes/Boot Camps
Where:
WESTCHESTER & BRONX Ossining Public Library, Ossining NY Sacred Heart School, Hartsdale, NY
St. Margaret of Cortona School, Riverdale, NY
Contact:
Eduscape College & Test Prep Dr. Gayle Marchica, Principal Mobile/Text 914.886.5043 Office 914.941.4148
info@EduscapeAssociates.com
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Soccer skills private training (ages 4-15), group classes for kids (ages 2-10)
What:
Soccer skills training, individual, partner or group training sessions available for all ages and skill levels. Soccer classes provided for ages, provide instruction in soccer fundamentals via a fun and supportive environment! Your child will be motivated from creative, high energy and level appropriate activities, serving as a great introduction to soccer, and helping your child master developmental milestones. Our specially designed soccer curriculum is age-appropriate, and incorporates individual, partner and team activities. We keep our classes small, so that every child receives the attention they need to thrive. In addition to soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, trapping and shooting on target, your child will learn discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork, in a personalized setting where all children are valued.
Where:
At a nearby field, or your home!
When:
To be scheduled for a time that works for you
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Calling all shower singers, American Idol wannabes, car Karaoke performers and anybody who just loves to 🎼Sing🎶
What:
Do you enjoy Singing these.favorites?...California Dreamin’, Fly Like an Eagle, God Only Knows What I"d Be Without You, Imagine and more. Check us out We begin rehearsals for our Spring Concert
When:
7:30pm Tuesdays, beginning January 21st
Where:
St. Paul's on the Hill, 40 Ganung Dr, Ossining, NY 10562
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Therapeutic Foster Parents NEEDED
What:
Family Services of Westchester is looking for individuals who are interested in learning about becoming a Therapeutic Foster Care Parent! We are looking for loving people willing to open their homes and hearts to a child in need of a stable, safe home environment.
Contact:
Please contact Melissa Aversa, Home-finder & Recruitment Specialist at (914) 358-5828
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Volunteers Needed - English-Spanish Translators
What:
The Ossining School District needs volunteers! Volunteering offers an opportunity to serve the community and can be a rich, rewarding experience. The district is seeking bilingual English-Spanish volunteers to serve as translators at district and school events. These events include but are not limited to, parent-teacher conferences, parent engagement nights and college fairs. We are dedicated to ensuring all members of our diverse community have equal access to Info and can fully participate in the educational life of their children. An Infoal flier is attached. Please kindly share this Info with members of your agency and/or community. Individuals with some time to serve as a translator and who are interested in making a difference may fill out an online form to be added to the district’s translator database. We welcome and greatly appreciate your help!
When:
Ongoing
Where:
Ossining Union Free School District
Contact:
Ms. Ferzeen Shamsi at (914) 762-5830, ext. 4309
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR NEIGHBORS LINK: Ossining Site
What:
Neighbors Link is recruiting volunteers for its Ossining Site. Programs include ESL tutoring and a Parent Child Together class. We offer great training to our volunteers as well.
When:
MONDAYS: 10-12: ESL tutoring 1-3: Parent Child Together Class FRIDAYS: 10-12: ESL tutoring
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Mike Risko Music now accepting registrations
What:
Mike Risko Music, just named a Top 100 Music School/Store in the world by NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) is now accepting registration for Winter session music lessons.
When:
Call or email today to schedule a free trial and/or find out about our programs
Where:
All programs are offered at Mike Risko Music right here in Ossining.
Info:
Design your own schedule and take music lessons on any instrument or voice in our state of the art studios. All ages, levels and instruments are welcome! We even have programs for adults.
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Dale Cemetery Heritage Trail: A Walk Through Ossining’s History
What:
What do Sonny Sharrock, Benjamin Brandreth and Ida Foshay have in common? They are all on the Dale Cemetery Heritage Trail, a free, self-guided tour through Ossining’s historic Dale Cemetery. A project of the Ossining Historic Cemeteries Conservancy, the trail features the stories of prominent individuals and families, as well as those who played a role in everyday Ossining life.Trail Maps are available at trailhead signs located at the cemetery entrances.
Where:
Dale Cemetery 104 Havell Street Ossining, New York 10562
When:
Everyday from dawn to dusk.
Contact:
Ossining Historic Cemeteries Conservancy at
ohcc10562@gmail.com
Dale Cemetery Office (914) 941-1155
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NAACP
What:
An ongoing general monthly membership meeting held every second Thursday of the month. Topics of discussion include community and civic related events with the inclusion of invited guest speakers to give educational information on a variety of subjects that are impactful for our community.
When:
EVERY 2nd Thursday of the Month 6:30pm
Where:
THE STAR OF BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH @ 304 Spring Street, Ossining, NY 10562
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The Healing Circle: Relax, Restore, and Return to Balance
What:
Join us in a Circle for a Restorative Healing Touch and Reiki Healing. This is a subtle healing practice that supports body, mind, and spirit, prompts an overall calming, balancing, and healing response that enhances health and well-being. Those new to Healing Touch and/or Reiki will receive an individual or group energy healing. Healing Touch and Reiki practitioners will participate in Healing Touch and Reiki exchanges.
When:
Second Monday of each month from 1 to 2:30pm
Where:
The Center at Mariandale, 299 N. Highland Avenue, Ossining, NY
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Theater O Classes!
What: Theater O offers classes in all things theater for children ages 3+: From Acting to directing, play writing to design, Improv! to Musical Theater and more. Our faculty is comprised of seasoned professionals who excel in their craft. Listen, Learn, Imagine, Perform & Join the Play. Middle School and Pre-K/K classes resume 12/2. Elementary Classes resume 1/13. High School Auditions are 12/6-8. visit
www.theatero.org.
Where: Theater O @ 25 State St, Ossining, NY 10562
Contact: (914) 487-4322
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Safety Tips from the Ossining Fire Department
Sign Up for NIXLE Alerts
: The Village of Ossining has launched a program to help notify the public of emergencies, road closures, hazardous conditions, and other incidents concerning the public within the Village of Ossining. This program, called Nixle, is a free program and allows members of the public to receive these messages in email, text message, and on an internet web site. Village of Ossining residents are urged to subscribe to receive emergency messages only by texting 10562 to 888777 on their cell phone, or to receive a full complement of messages, including community updates residents can visit www.Nixle.com and click the
sign up now! button
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Sign up for ConEdison Customer Alerts via Text
: Use your cell phone to text REG to OUTAGE (688243) and follow the prompts. You will need your account number and zip code. To retrieve your account number, log in to My Account or check your next bill. This information is also located on the ConEdison website at
coned.com/text
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WEB BLAST FORMAT
Do you have an event, Info or picture of the Village of Ossining that you would like included in this web blast? If so please submit to
webblast@villageofossining.org
. All Info must be submitted by noon on the Wednesday prior to the distributed web blast. Submissions included in this listing are intended solely to inform of events and Info of general interest to subscribers. The Village of Ossining does not necessarily endorse or support organizations or entities whose events and / or activities are listed above. The Village makes no representation as to the accuracy thereof, nor does it assume any liability in connection with same. Please don't print this e-mail unless necessary.
All submissions must follow the format listed below:
Title:
What:
[Limit description to 100 words or less]
When:
Where:
Info:
[May include a single flyer]
Contact:
[Name of organization/ individual, phone, email]
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Contemplative Prayer Thursday
What:
Each Thursday, from 11:30 am until noon, we gather as spiritual companions seeking God’s guidance. Come join us in prayer for peace, for yourself, for others, and for the world. Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the main chapel at the Mariandale Center.
When:
Every Thursday, 11:30 am to 12:00 pm
Where:
Mariandale Center, 299 North Highland Avenue, Ossining, NY
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for Ossining Prison Ministry, Inc.
What:
Volunteers for a hospitality program at the Sing Sing Correctional facility that is held
When:
Saturdays, Sundays, and most major holidays; from 8am to 11 am or 12pm to 2:30pm.
Where:
Sing Sing Correctional Facility 354 Hunter Street, Ossining NY 10562
Info:
Our organization provides hospitality to the visitors who come to visit their loved ones. We also provide toys, puzzles, and games to the people in the facility to help normalize the visiting time.
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Lenten Taize Prayer
What:
Join us at an ecumenical evening prayer service molded upon those designed by the interdenominational christian community of Taize, France.
When:
Wednesday evenings, March 11, 18, 25, and April 1, 2020
Where:
The Center at Mariandale
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Lenten Luncheon Series: Hope Springs Eternal
What:
Come to our popular five-part Lenten Luncheon series this year., and be nourished each week, body and soul: first with prayer, followed by a simple lunch. A hopeful Lenten presentation will follow lunch.
When:
Wednesdays, March 11, 18, 25, and April 1, 2020
Where:
The Center at Mariandale
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Celebrating the Beginning of Sacred Spring
What:
Please join us to welcome Spring at the Center at Mariandale with an inter-generational group gathering. Participants will become acquainted with the meaning of the Equinox, plant indoor starter seeds, and take a Labyrinth prayer walk to stir and nurture life-giving energy within ourselves and nature. We will share our insights and feelings and enjoy light refreshments before departing.
When:
Saturday, March 21, 2020
Where:
The Center at Mariandale
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Poetry: Doorway to Prayer
When:
Saturday, March 28, 2020
Where:
The Center at Mariandale
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Reflection/Discussion Series: Spiritual Journey Surprises
What:
If you are longing for a new view of how spiritual growth happens, you may enjoy five sessions of pre-reading some chapters, reflecting prayerfully and discussing with others the profound content of the book Falling Upward by Richard Rohr.
When:
Tuesdays, April 7, May 5, and June 2, 2020
Where:
The Center at Mariandale
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Triduum Retreat
What:
Immerse yourself in the true meaning of Easter by experiencing the fullness of Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Vigil, all as one rich and meaningful movement of transformation, from death though resurrection. The first gathering will be at 5pm on Holy Thursday. The Triduum will conclude with breakfast on Easter Sunday.
When:
Thursday, April 9 to Sunday, April 12, 2020 (Easter) after breakfast
Who:
With Francis Gargani, CSsR, guest homilists, dancers, and more
Where:
The Center at Mariandale
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The Seven Pillars of Forgiveness
What:
People often ask “How do I actually start the process of forgiveness? Are there any practical things I can do?” This weekend retreat offers profound access into our ability to forgive, through a depth of content and experiential processes – connected with the Seven Pillars of Forgiveness.
When:
Friday, May 15 to Sunday, May 17, 2020
Where:
The Center at Mariandale
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Heart Speaks to Heart: Biblical Women in Conversation
What:
This guided retreat invites us into heartfelt conversations with Biblical women across the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures. Each day offers ample time to be with these women through drama, reflection and rituals. Our retreat guides are also available for individual spiritual conversations throughout the retreat week.
When:
Sunday, May 17 to Friday, May 22, 2020
Who:
With Nancy Sheridan, SASV
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Nicki Verploegen, PhD
Where:
The Center at Mariandale
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Ossining Emergency Shelter
If you or someone you know needs a place to stay on a cold winter's night, Ossining and Briarcliff's local houses of worship provide adult shelter and a warm meal every night of the week from December through March. Meet in front of The Open Door before 9 pm. Transportation is provided to the place where the shelter is for the night. All are welcome. No drugs, drunkenness, or weapons allowed.
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