Neighbors Link: A Zoom Introduction

On Monday, May 24 at 7:30 pm, residents will have a chance to meet Carola Bracco, the Executive Director of “Neighbors Link” via Zoom.

Headquartered in Mount Kisco, Neighbors Link fills a service gap for new immigrant families, offering education and empowerment programs, involving longer-term residents in volunteer opportunities, and creating substantive partnerships with other local organizations. 

Its strategies to educate, empower and employ families include a Worker Center, English as a Second Language (ESL) education, legal services and advocacy, workforce development, parent education, early childhood programs, and academic support for school-age children of immigrants.

 Executive Director since 2004, Bolivian-born Carola Bracco spent 12 years in financial management with General Electric, Ford Motor, and Time Warner. She holds an MBA from Duke and serves on the boards of the National Council for Workforce Education, Nonprofit Westchester, and the NY Immigration Coalition. 

Residents will receive a Zoom invitation so that they can learn about Neighbors Link.

Kendal Management on Masks

This note from Kendal Management was received on May 14th:

“We are aware that the CDC has now stated you do not have to wear masks if you are vaccinated. However, Kendal on Hudson must follow New York State guidance and the state has not yet said it will follow this recommendation. Therefore, all residents and staff must remain masked when walking throughout the community. We will continue to monitor state guidelines and will address any changes as they arise.”

Resident Away Forms

Ellen Ottstadt, Director of Resident Services and Communication, reminds us that as the world starts to re-open and residents begin to venture out to visit friends and loved ones, it is important to fill out the resident away form at the front desk.

She notes that recently, residents did not notify us that they were going away, and then we were out looking for them to make sure they were safe.

“I encourage you to visit your loved ones; however, when you do,  please let your loved ones at Kendal know as well.”

HORTICULTURE COMMITTEE TRIP TO WESTCHESTER GREENHOUSE

We now have a date and times for the Greenhouse trips.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 19 the Kendal van will make four trips, two morning and two afternoon.

This is a chance for residents to purchase plants for their balcony, terrace, or windowsill.

THERE IS A SIGN-UP SHEET AT THE FRONT  DESK IN THE NOTEBOOK (Shopping).  

MORNING TRIPS 

First Trip—Leaves Main Lobby promptly at 9:15 am; returns at 10:45 am. 

Second Trip—Leaves Main Lobby promptly at 10:15 am; returns at 11:45 am. 

AFTERNOON TRIPS 

First Trip—Leaves Main Lobby promptly at 12:30 pm; returns at 2:00 pm. 

Second Trip—Leaves Main Lobby promptly at 1:30 pm; returns at 3:00 pm. 

Any Questions? Contact Anna Mae O’Leary.

Kendal Residents Council Election

Janet Schloat strongly suggests that residents consider running for one of the six open seats on the 2022-2023 Residents Council.

It’s up to each of us to keep our community vibrant, current, functioning, and relevant.

YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

Look for your copy of the Election Committee letter, which was placed in your cubby on May 11, and submit your “Intent to Run” form by June 7. Just fill it out and email it, as instructed, or put in an envelope and place it in Janet’s cubby.

Questions? Get in touch with Janet

Assemblywoman Galef to Talk to KoH

On Monday evening, May 17, at 7:30 pm, New York State Assemblywoman Sandra Galef returns to give Kendal residents an “Albany Update” – this time via Zoom.

Sandy Galef has served in the NYS Assembly since 1992. Her district covers the Towns of Cortlandt, Ossining, Kent, Phillipstown, and the City of Peekskill. She has been a leading advocate for legislative reform in Albany as well as being involved in matters pertaining to education, tax reduction, government efficiency, environmental/clean energy issues, consumer issues, health, voting rights, organ donation, the disability community, and senior citizens, among other causes.

Prior to the Assembly, Galef was a Westchester County Legislator for 13 years, eight of them as minority leader of the Board of Legislators.

A Zoom invitation will be sent to all residents.

Religious Services at Kendal

Now that the pandemic rules regarding meetings have been relaxed somewhat, the various religious groups are once again planning to have services.

Those announced thus far are:

Catholic Mass: starting Sunday, May 16, Father Ron Lemmert will be holding Mass at 12:15 pm in the Gathering Room. All are welcome.

Quaker meeting for worship will resume in the Riverview Conference Room, Sunday, May 16 at 11:00 am. All are welcome.

Shabbat services resume Friday, May 21 at 4:30 pm. All are welcome to celebrate Shabbat with prayer and song in the Riverview Conference Room on C Level.

Used Clothing Collection

Once again, Kendal will initiate a Used Clothing Collection.

We are pleased to announce that the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) will accept used clothing beginning in June.

In our ZIP Code area, the company GreenDrop will pick up for the NFB on Thursdays between 7 am and 7 pm. We are focusing on a collection for Thursday, June 10.

The following items must be clean (no perfume odor) and in good condition: women’s and men’s coats, raincoats, jackets, pants, sweaters, shirts, dresses, blouses, hats, shoes and boots, ties, belts, underwear, sleepwear, swimsuits, handbags, purses.

More information and instructions will be distributed soon to all residents.

Recycling Paper Bags

We have a simple suggestion for all residents who pick up their dinners in the Bistro.
Chairperson Ursula Hahn of the Sustainability & Recycling Committee requests that residents re-use their brown bags instead of asking for a new one each time.

Like the aluminum and plastic containers, these bags cost money, and the cost is factored into our monthly maintenance fees. Please be mindful! 

The bags are not useful just lying around in apartments. Save and utilize them or don’t ask for them at all.

Important Information

May 10: Special Meeting on Proposed Bylaws immediately following the monthly Residents Council Meeting. The sole purpose of the Special Meeting of the Association is to accept the ballots cast for the proposed revised Bylaws.

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REMINDER: Staff Appreciation Fund. Remember, there is no tipping at Kendal. Let’s all contribute to the Spring Staff Appreciation Fund. Please thank our staff by writing your check today made out to KoH Res. Assn. with Staff Appreciation in the memo line. Drop it off in the box at the Reception Area.

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Saturday Opera at KoH

Anna Bolena by Gaetano Donizetti

May 8, 1:00 pm in the GR. Please wear your mask!

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Peony Celebration

A message from Deb Wood

May 20, 6:30-7:30 pm online at www.friendsrock.org.

Rockefeller State Park Preserve will be holding a virtual Peony Celebration May 20. The Park has tree peonies, a gift I believe from Japan, received many years ago. This is a fundraiser, and you will be asked to contribute.

We are indeed lucky to have this resource so close by! Trails from Rockwood Hall Park, just north of Kendal, lead to the rest of the preserve, but that hike is a long one.