Grinnell Library

3rd Annual Back 2 School Supplies Giveaway

Join me Saturday, Aug. 15th, for the End of Summer BBQ at Grinnell Library at 2642 East Main Street in Wappingers Falls. #Legislator_14 #GrinnellBBQ #SuppliesGiveaway #FreeSupplies4U #WappingersFallsSuppliesGiveaway

3rd Annual Back 2 School Supplies Giveaway

Nominate an Everyday Hero

Who is your hero? Grinnell Library wants to recognize the “Everyday Heroes” in our community – ordinary people doing
extraordinary things to make our neighborhood a better place to live.

To nominate your “Everyday Hero,” pick up a nomination form at Grinnell Library or go online at http://www.grinnell-library.org.
Nominations must have an accompanying photo. You can submit your nomination & photo at the circulation desk at Grinnell Library or via email to jsimmons@grinnell-library.org.

Contest is July 1-24, 2015. Winners announced July 30, 2015 and will be published in the paper.

Nominate an Everyday Hero

Who is your hero? Grinnell Library wants to recognize the “Everyday Heroes” in our community – ordinary people doing
extraordinary things to make our neighborhood a better place to live.

Contest is July 1-24, 2015. Winners announced July 30, 2015 and will be published in the paper.

Legislative Report for Jan. 22, 2015

Activities: Attended the Myers Corners Road Improvements Public Informational Meeting, the FEMA Public Forum and an MLK event at Springfield Baptist Church. Also attended the swearing-in ceremony of the Grinnell Library Board of Trustees and sat in their board meeting. Fielded calls and emails regarding various state, county and school issues as well as upcoming community events. Prepared for upcoming legislative committee meetings.

Grinnell Library End of Summer BBQ

Had the privilege of attending this wonderful community bbq and provide a back to school giveaway for our children. We all had a great time. Thank you Grinnell Library and all the friends of Grinnell Library. See everyone next year.

Local Happenings: Grinnell Library Summer Reading Programs 2013

All year long children look forward to the summer break. While we all enjoy fun in the sun; it’s important to continue the progression of your child’s education during the summer months.

The Grinnell Library has scheduled a series of events for children, teens, and adults. With online and in-library options, participating in their Summer Reading Program is easy!

The programs run from July 8th- August 17th, click on the link for a list of the summer reading activities: summer reading hand out 2013

For more information contact the Grinnell Library at: 845-297-3428 or visit:

http://www.grinnell-library.org

Photo Credit: Grinnell Library

Event Recap: The 2nd Annual Health and Wellness Fair 2013

This past Saturday, June 8th members of the community gathered at Mesier Park in Wappingers Falls, NY, for the 2nd Annual Health and Wellness Fair.

In honor of this year’s theme, healing, there were many free activities; a natural digestive health class was presented, along with gardening therapy, pet therapy, blood pressure checks, and live music from our local pharmacist at Walgreens. Chiropractors were on site to conducting health screenings and stress tests. Visitors also enjoyed a Yoga and Zumba session!

Natural Digestive Health and Stress Screening

Zumba at the 2nd Annual Health and Wellness Fair

Gardening Therapy

The Village of Wappingers Falls Police Department conducted fingerprinting for child safety and provided tables with information on local services.

The Poughkeepsie Journal came out to show support and interviewed Dutchess County Legislator Francena Amparo.

Dutchess County Legislator Francena Amparo being interviewed by the Poughkeepsie Journal.

Legislator Amparo being interviewed by the Poughkeepsie Journal.

The annual blood drive was a success, 24 units of blood were collected! This enables the American Red Cross to save the lives of 72 people. A special thanks to all our blood donors!

Dutchess County Legislator Francena Amparo donating blood.

Legislator Amparo would like to thank everyone who made this year’s Health and Wellness Fair a success and we look forward to seeing you next year.

Our sponsors were Mayor Matt Alexander Village of Wappingers Falls Mayor; Walgreens Pharmacy; Mobile Life Support; Stop & Shop Supermarket; Brown Chiropractic Associates, PC; WellCare; Adams Fairacre Farms; and Beacon Dental.

Contributors who helped to organize this year’s Health Fair with Legislator Amparo were the Southern Dutchess NAACP, Innercity Works and the C.O.L.O.R.S. Foundation.

Below: Photos from 2013′s Health and Wellness Fair, Photography by: Travis Jones