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Weekly Events – 6.08.25 through 6.14.25

Weekly Events – 6.15.25 through 6.21.25

June 26, 2025 – TD Fitness & Field Day

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Abilities First Summer Day Camp June 23, 2025 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Open to families residing in Dutchess, Ulster, Putnam, Greene and Columbia Counties for students who ware deemed OPWDD eligible.
No fee: If enrolled in a self direction budget, the cost of the camp must be added to your child's budget prior to enrollment.

Camp will repeat on 8/18/25 to 8/29/25.

Contact Gina Carminucci at 845-475-3217 x 1197 or at ginacarminucci@abilitiesfirstny.org

Registration deadline is May 16th!

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						1 JUNE: PRIDE MONTH JUNE: PRIDE MONTH June 1, 2025 See more details Club Connect at The Sensory Space Pk Club Connect at The Sensory Space Pk June 1, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am The Sensory Space, 7 Fulton Ct, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603, USA Club Connect at the Sensory Space; Join us to make social connections and practice emotional regulation and coping strategies. Group Dates; 3/23, 3/30, 4/6, 4/27, 5/4, 5/18, 6/1 and 6/8 Group times will be determined based on best fit for each kiddo. Available group times will be 10am, 11am, 12pm and 1pm. See more details Odyssey Church All Abilities Services Odyssey Church All Abilities Services June 1, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am Odyssey Church, 8 Industry St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603, USA Odyssey's Mission: To provide a safe, welcoming place where people of all abilities can experience Christ's redeeming love. For more information visit Church \| Dutchess County, NY – Odyssey Church See more details • • •
2	3 Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program June 3, 2025 11:00 am - 1:30 pm 6423 State Rte 55, Wingdale, NY 12594, USA At the Family Opportunity Center, Wingdale, NY Choose between 11am-1:30pm or from 4pm-6pm. See more details All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! June 3, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CrossFit 845, 985 NY-376 #14, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, USA NEW!! 8 week All Abilities Strength and Movement Program at Crossfit 845! Every Tuesday & Thursday from 3pm- 4pm from May 6th through June 26th. Contact Ashley at ashley@crossfit845.com or at 845-335-8718 visit, www.crossfit845.com Cost if $350 per month or $700 for the 8 weeks. See more details Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program June 3, 2025 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 6423 State Rte 55, Wingdale, NY 12594, USA At the Family Opportunity Center, Wingdale, NY Choose between 11am-1:30pm or from 4pm-6pm. See more details • • •	4 Seizure Recognition & First Aid Certification Webinar Seizure Recognition & First Aid Certification Webinar June 4, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Zoom Webinar Epilepsy Foundation Northeastern New York Join Health Education, Rachel Yattaw for a 1.5 hour virtual educational course via ZOOM that aims to increase your knowledge, skills, and confidence in applying seizure first aid. To register, scan the QR code on the attached flyer or click --> HERE <-- For questions please email Rachel Yattaw at ryattaw@epilepsyneny.org ----------------------------------------------- See more details •	5 All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! June 5, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CrossFit 845, 985 NY-376 #14, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, USA NEW!! 8 week All Abilities Strength and Movement Program at Crossfit 845! Every Tuesday & Thursday from 3pm- 4pm from May 6th through June 26th. Contact Ashley at ashley@crossfit845.com or at 845-335-8718 visit, www.crossfit845.com Cost if $350 per month or $700 for the 8 weeks. See more details •	6	7 6th Annual Ride for Carmine- Benefit for Center for Discovery 6th Annual Ride for Carmine- Benefit for Center for Discovery June 7, 2025 9:00 am - 2:00 pm O'Toole's Harley-Davidson, 4 Sullivan St, Wurtsboro, NY 12790, USA 9-10:30am Registration and Breakfast 11-12 Ride for Carmine (bikes and cars) 12-2 Party at O'Tooles Harley Davidson, Wurtsboro, NY See more details Dance forever \| Rythm Works Hip-Hop Dance Program Dance forever \| Rythm Works Hip-Hop Dance Program June 7, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am A hip-hop dance program for kids with individual learning differences, physical challenges, and sensory processing needs! Saturday mornings at 10:00am Monthly drop-ins available by request Program cost: $845 See the attached flyer for more information! Please contact Lorraine Leitmann at danceforeverandsetthestage@gmail.com ----------------------------------------------- See more details Ramapo for Children CONNECT Event: Mini Golf Ramapo for Children CONNECT Event: Mini Golf June 7, 2025 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm 39 De Garmo Rd, Arlington, NY 12603, USA Join for an afternoon of mini golf For ages 18 - 30 and the Cost is $6 to register call Wendy at 845 876 8440 or email: wwajda@ramapoforchildren.org See more details • • •	8 Club Connect at The Sensory Space Pk Club Connect at The Sensory Space Pk June 8, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am The Sensory Space, 7 Fulton Ct, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603, USA Club Connect at the Sensory Space; Join us to make social connections and practice emotional regulation and coping strategies. Group Dates; 3/23, 3/30, 4/6, 4/27, 5/4, 5/18, 6/1 and 6/8 Group times will be determined based on best fit for each kiddo. Available group times will be 10am, 11am, 12pm and 1pm. See more details Odyssey Church All Abilities Services Odyssey Church All Abilities Services June 8, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am Odyssey Church, 8 Industry St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603, USA Odyssey's Mission: To provide a safe, welcoming place where people of all abilities can experience Christ's redeeming love. For more information visit Church \| Dutchess County, NY – Odyssey Church See more details • •
9 TRI: (Virtual) Parent Empowerment Program (PEP) TRI: (Virtual) Parent Empowerment Program (PEP) June 9, 2025 9:30 am - 10:00 am Learn: Join us for in-person and virtual workshops onnetworking and communication, peer advocacy, communityleadership, online/social media management, and more. Connect: Discuss the most pressing issues in your district, getsupport from other parents and caregivers, and advocate withyour community in one voice.Take Action: Systems change happens when we Speak InOne Voice. Our goal is to give YOU the tools to organize,advocate, and create change as a unified force. To register- click the link: monthly PEP info sessions 2025 See more details •	10 Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program June 10, 2025 11:00 am - 1:30 pm 6423 State Rte 55, Wingdale, NY 12594, USA At the Family Opportunity Center, Wingdale, NY Choose between 11am-1:30pm or from 4pm-6pm. See more details All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! June 10, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CrossFit 845, 985 NY-376 #14, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, USA NEW!! 8 week All Abilities Strength and Movement Program at Crossfit 845! Every Tuesday & Thursday from 3pm- 4pm from May 6th through June 26th. Contact Ashley at ashley@crossfit845.com or at 845-335-8718 visit, www.crossfit845.com Cost if $350 per month or $700 for the 8 weeks. See more details Applying for Social Security Disability Programs Workshop- VIRTUAL Meeting Applying for Social Security Disability Programs Workshop- VIRTUAL Meeting June 10, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Zoom Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc. Monthly Workshops Every 2nd Tuesday via Zoom- register here Meeting Registration - Zoom To register, click the links or scan the QR code in the attached flyer! ----------------------------------------------- See more details Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program June 10, 2025 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 6423 State Rte 55, Wingdale, NY 12594, USA At the Family Opportunity Center, Wingdale, NY Choose between 11am-1:30pm or from 4pm-6pm. See more details • • • •	11 Abilities First- Abilities In Motion Talent Show Abilities First- Abilities In Motion Talent Show June 11, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Marriott Pavilion, Campus Dr, Hyde Park, NY 12538, USA Abilities in Motion Talent ShowIs Coming Soon! Joinus for an unforgettable event celebrating the incredible talents andachievements of people with disabilities supported by Abilities First! TheAbilities in Motion Talent Show will be a heartwarming showcase of creativity,confidence, and community spirit. To RSVP or learn more about theevent, CLICK HERE.General questions? Email events@abilitiesfirstny.org. For virtual journal &sponsorship info, contact teressawalsh@abilitiesfirstny.org.Come be inspired and cheer on our amazing performers! See more details OPWDD Statewide Family Support Services Meeting OPWDD Statewide Family Support Services Meeting June 11, 2025 11:00 am - 3:00 pm To view the live meeting virtually, please visit: http://totalwebcasting.com/live/nysopwdd You can join the meeting in person at the following locations: • Albany: Empire State Plaza, Meeting Room 1 • Buffalo: 1021 Broadway, Room 433, Buffalo, NY 14212 • NYC: 25 Beaver St. OPWDD, 3rd Floor, Room 3K11, New York, NY 10004, Please bring state issued photo ID and sign-in at the security desk • Long Island: 415A Oser Ave. Hauppauge, NY 11788 • Syracuse: Syracuse: 187 Northern Concourse, Syracuse, NY 13212 Classroom 2 See more details • •	12 All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! June 12, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CrossFit 845, 985 NY-376 #14, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, USA NEW!! 8 week All Abilities Strength and Movement Program at Crossfit 845! Every Tuesday & Thursday from 3pm- 4pm from May 6th through June 26th. Contact Ashley at ashley@crossfit845.com or at 845-335-8718 visit, www.crossfit845.com Cost if $350 per month or $700 for the 8 weeks. See more details •	13	14 Get Outdoors & Get Together Day (OPWDD, NYS Parks & NYS DEC) Get Outdoors & Get Together Day (OPWDD, NYS Parks & NYS DEC) June 14, 2025 various locations across the state Get Outdoors & Get Together Day \| Office for People With Developmental Disabilities Get Outdoors & Get Together Day events will be held at select locations across New York on Saturday, June 14. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks), in partnership with the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) and the NYS Department of Veterans’ Services, are hosting free and low-cost events to connect people to nature and provide increased access to the outdoors. Get Outdoors & Get Together Day will bring people of all abilities, ages, identities, and backgrounds together for fun, healthful activities as part of the state's initiative to broaden the diversity of users and ensure inclusivity of access to state public lands. See more details Dance forever \| Rythm Works Hip-Hop Dance Program Dance forever \| Rythm Works Hip-Hop Dance Program June 14, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am A hip-hop dance program for kids with individual learning differences, physical challenges, and sensory processing needs! Saturday mornings at 10:00am Monthly drop-ins available by request Program cost: $845 See the attached flyer for more information! Please contact Lorraine Leitmann at danceforeverandsetthestage@gmail.com ----------------------------------------------- See more details Sensory Friendly Movie at Lyceum Cinemas Sensory Friendly Movie at Lyceum Cinemas June 14, 2025 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Lyceum Cinemas, 15 Old Farm Rd, Red Hook, NY 12571, USA ThinkDIFFERENTLY and Lyceum Cinema's Sensory Friendly Movie of How to Train Your Dragon- Live Action. Movie start time is 10:30am Doors open at 10am. Registration required: www.dutchessny.gov/movie Concessions are NOT included in the FREE admission of the movie. See more details Through Our Eyes Art Show Through Our Eyes Art Show June 14, 2025 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 20 Middlebush Rd, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, USA See more details • • • •	15 Odyssey Church All Abilities Services Odyssey Church All Abilities Services June 15, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am Odyssey Church, 8 Industry St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603, USA Odyssey's Mission: To provide a safe, welcoming place where people of all abilities can experience Christ's redeeming love. For more information visit Church \| Dutchess County, NY – Odyssey Church See more details •
16	17 Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program June 17, 2025 11:00 am - 1:30 pm 6423 State Rte 55, Wingdale, NY 12594, USA At the Family Opportunity Center, Wingdale, NY Choose between 11am-1:30pm or from 4pm-6pm. See more details All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! June 17, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CrossFit 845, 985 NY-376 #14, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, USA NEW!! 8 week All Abilities Strength and Movement Program at Crossfit 845! Every Tuesday & Thursday from 3pm- 4pm from May 6th through June 26th. Contact Ashley at ashley@crossfit845.com or at 845-335-8718 visit, www.crossfit845.com Cost if $350 per month or $700 for the 8 weeks. See more details Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program June 17, 2025 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 6423 State Rte 55, Wingdale, NY 12594, USA At the Family Opportunity Center, Wingdale, NY Choose between 11am-1:30pm or from 4pm-6pm. See more details • • •	18 OPWDD 2025 Strategic Planning Forum OPWDD 2025 Strategic Planning Forum June 18, 2025 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 1603 Court St, Syracuse, NY 13208, USA These forums are an opportunity for you to learn more about the agency’s work, tell us about your experience, and to share your thoughts and ideas for the future. Each forum will include: • A brief update on OPWDD Projects & Activities from the past year • Question & Answer session where you can submit your questions for OPWDD in advance • Public Comment where you will be given three minutes to share your ideas and suggestions with OPWDD See more details Social Security Work Incentives- Taconic Resources for Independence Social Security Work Incentives- Taconic Resources for Independence June 18, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Receiving SSI, SSDI, or DAC benefits? Are you thinking about working? Work Incentives make it easier for Beneficiaries (ages 18-64) to work and still receive medical benefits and, in some cases, benefit payments from Social Security. Work Incentives can help you through the transition to work and financial independence. Register at Meeting Registration - Zoom See more details • •	19 COUNTY OFFICES CLOSED COUNTY OFFICES CLOSED June 19, 2025 See more details All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! June 19, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CrossFit 845, 985 NY-376 #14, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, USA NEW!! 8 week All Abilities Strength and Movement Program at Crossfit 845! Every Tuesday & Thursday from 3pm- 4pm from May 6th through June 26th. Contact Ashley at ashley@crossfit845.com or at 845-335-8718 visit, www.crossfit845.com Cost if $350 per month or $700 for the 8 weeks. See more details • •	20	21	22 Odyssey Church All Abilities Services Odyssey Church All Abilities Services June 22, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am Odyssey Church, 8 Industry St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603, USA Odyssey's Mission: To provide a safe, welcoming place where people of all abilities can experience Christ's redeeming love. For more information visit Church \| Dutchess County, NY – Odyssey Church See more details •
23 Abilities First Summer Day Camp Abilities First Summer Day Camp June 23, 2025 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Open to families residing in Dutchess, Ulster, Putnam, Greene and Columbia Counties for students who ware deemed OPWDD eligible. No fee: If enrolled in a self direction budget, the cost of the camp must be added to your child's budget prior to enrollment. Camp will repeat on 8/18/25 to 8/29/25. Contact Gina Carminucci at 845-475-3217 x 1197 or at ginacarminucci@abilitiesfirstny.org Registration deadline is May 16th! See more details TRI Virtual Workshop: Spotting Early Warning Signs & Supporting Open Communication TRI Virtual Workshop: Spotting Early Warning Signs & Supporting Open Communication June 23, 2025 9:30 am - 10:30 am Virtual Spotting Early Warning Signs& Supporting Open Communication Register by clickinglink or for more informationcontact: Josh Garay at j.garay@taconicresources.org See more details • •	24 Abilities First Summer Day Camp Abilities First Summer Day Camp June 24, 2025 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Open to families residing in Dutchess, Ulster, Putnam, Greene and Columbia Counties for students who ware deemed OPWDD eligible. No fee: If enrolled in a self direction budget, the cost of the camp must be added to your child's budget prior to enrollment. Camp will repeat on 8/18/25 to 8/29/25. Contact Gina Carminucci at 845-475-3217 x 1197 or at ginacarminucci@abilitiesfirstny.org Registration deadline is May 16th! See more details Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program June 24, 2025 11:00 am - 1:30 pm 6423 State Rte 55, Wingdale, NY 12594, USA At the Family Opportunity Center, Wingdale, NY Choose between 11am-1:30pm or from 4pm-6pm. See more details All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! June 24, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CrossFit 845, 985 NY-376 #14, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, USA NEW!! 8 week All Abilities Strength and Movement Program at Crossfit 845! Every Tuesday & Thursday from 3pm- 4pm from May 6th through June 26th. Contact Ashley at ashley@crossfit845.com or at 845-335-8718 visit, www.crossfit845.com Cost if $350 per month or $700 for the 8 weeks. See more details Applying for Social Security Disability Programs Workshop- IN PERSON Applying for Social Security Disability Programs Workshop- IN PERSON June 24, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc., 82 Washington St #214, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, USA Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc. Monthly Workshops Every 4th Tuesday in-person- Register here Registration for IN PERSON workshop- Applying for Soc. Security Disability Programs To register, click the links or scan the QR code in the attached flyer! ----------------------------------------------- See more details Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program Incredible Years- 13 Week Parenting Program June 24, 2025 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 6423 State Rte 55, Wingdale, NY 12594, USA At the Family Opportunity Center, Wingdale, NY Choose between 11am-1:30pm or from 4pm-6pm. See more details • • • • •	25 Abilities First Summer Day Camp Abilities First Summer Day Camp June 25, 2025 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Open to families residing in Dutchess, Ulster, Putnam, Greene and Columbia Counties for students who ware deemed OPWDD eligible. No fee: If enrolled in a self direction budget, the cost of the camp must be added to your child's budget prior to enrollment. Camp will repeat on 8/18/25 to 8/29/25. Contact Gina Carminucci at 845-475-3217 x 1197 or at ginacarminucci@abilitiesfirstny.org Registration deadline is May 16th! See more details TRI Virtual Workshop: Spotting Early Warning Signs & Supporting Open Communication TRI Virtual Workshop: Spotting Early Warning Signs & Supporting Open Communication June 25, 2025 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Virtual Spotting Early Warning Signs& Supporting Open Communication Register by clickinglink or for more informationcontact: Josh Garay at j.garay@taconicresources.org See more details • •	26 Abilities First Summer Day Camp Abilities First Summer Day Camp June 26, 2025 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Open to families residing in Dutchess, Ulster, Putnam, Greene and Columbia Counties for students who ware deemed OPWDD eligible. No fee: If enrolled in a self direction budget, the cost of the camp must be added to your child's budget prior to enrollment. Camp will repeat on 8/18/25 to 8/29/25. Contact Gina Carminucci at 845-475-3217 x 1197 or at ginacarminucci@abilitiesfirstny.org Registration deadline is May 16th! See more details ThinkDIFFERENTLY 5th Annual Fitness and Field Day ThinkDIFFERENTLY 5th Annual Fitness and Field Day June 26, 2025 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Bowdoin Park, 85 Sheafe Rd, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, USA Join ThinkDIFFERENTLY and friends at the 5th Annual ThinkDIFFERENTLY Fitness and Field Day at Bowdoin Park on Thursday 6/26/25 from 11am-2pm. Activities, Games, Resources, Crafts, Animals and lunch provided. This event is open to people of all ages and abilities. Register by Monday 6/16/25 by clicking TDFieldDay Questions, contact Dana Hopkins, All Abilities Program Director at 845-486-3434 or at dhopkins@dutchessny.gov See more details All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! All Abilities Strength & Movement Program at Crossfit 845! NEW! June 26, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CrossFit 845, 985 NY-376 #14, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, USA NEW!! 8 week All Abilities Strength and Movement Program at Crossfit 845! Every Tuesday & Thursday from 3pm- 4pm from May 6th through June 26th. Contact Ashley at ashley@crossfit845.com or at 845-335-8718 visit, www.crossfit845.com Cost if $350 per month or $700 for the 8 weeks. See more details • • •	27 Abilities First Summer Day Camp Abilities First Summer Day Camp June 27, 2025 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Open to families residing in Dutchess, Ulster, Putnam, Greene and Columbia Counties for students who ware deemed OPWDD eligible. No fee: If enrolled in a self direction budget, the cost of the camp must be added to your child's budget prior to enrollment. Camp will repeat on 8/18/25 to 8/29/25. Contact Gina Carminucci at 845-475-3217 x 1197 or at ginacarminucci@abilitiesfirstny.org Registration deadline is May 16th! See more details •	28	29 Odyssey Church All Abilities Services Odyssey Church All Abilities Services June 29, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am Odyssey Church, 8 Industry St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603, USA Odyssey's Mission: To provide a safe, welcoming place where people of all abilities can experience Christ's redeeming love. For more information visit Church \| Dutchess County, NY – Odyssey Church See more details •
30 Abilities First Summer Day Camp Abilities First Summer Day Camp June 30, 2025 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Open to families residing in Dutchess, Ulster, Putnam, Greene and Columbia Counties for students who ware deemed OPWDD eligible. No fee: If enrolled in a self direction budget, the cost of the camp must be added to your child's budget prior to enrollment. Camp will repeat on 8/18/25 to 8/29/25. Contact Gina Carminucci at 845-475-3217 x 1197 or at ginacarminucci@abilitiesfirstny.org Registration deadline is May 16th! See more details OPWDD 2025 Strategic Planning Forum OPWDD 2025 Strategic Planning Forum June 30, 2025 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 3999 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park, NY 12538, USA These forums are an opportunity for you to learn more about the agency’s work, tell us about your experience, and to share your thoughts and ideas for the future. Each forum will include: • A brief update on OPWDD Projects & Activities from the past year • Question & Answer session where you can submit your questions for OPWDD in advance • Public Comment where you will be given three minutes to share your ideas and suggestions with OPWDD See more details • •

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Dutchess County Tourism and Wheel the World Videos of Accessibility

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Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Flourishing Farmers 4H event held 4/2/2023

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Dutchess County ThinkDIFFERENTLY visits Fit & Fun Playscapes, LLC

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Spectrum News: Differently abled people find support with ThinkDIFFERENTLY

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Eagle Scout Project

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100 Cups of Coffee

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Verplanck Garden Club

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Dr. Joseph Bonanno receives award.

Dr Joseph Bonanno the Medical Director for both OPWDD Taconic Region and Arc of Dutchess was honored for his outstanding [ …Read More ]

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Coach Vincent and Jonathan “Superman” Brunot

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Youth Soft Skills Empowerment & Hudson Cadillac

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Carnival Lion for the 2017 ThinkDIFFERENTLY Picnic

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Universal Park Equipment

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Dutchess County Tourism and Wheel the World Videos of Accessibility

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Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Flourishing Farmers 4H event held 4/2/2023

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Dutchess County ThinkDIFFERENTLY visits Fit & Fun Playscapes, LLC

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Spectrum News: Differently abled people find support with ThinkDIFFERENTLY

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Eagle Scout Project

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100 Cups of Coffee

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Verplanck Garden Club

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Dr. Joseph Bonanno receives award.

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Coach Vincent and Jonathan “Superman” Brunot

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Youth Soft Skills Empowerment & Hudson Cadillac

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Carnival Lion for the 2017 ThinkDIFFERENTLY Picnic

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Red Hook Library Creates “All Abilities Program Series”

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Universal Park Equipment