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| July 2010
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County, NY DIVES into summer! |
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Greetings!
 As some of our program youth are off to summer camp, we wish them happy days! Even though it seems too early to think about fall during these long days of summer, NOW is the time to think about being a school-based mentor for 2010-2011. If you or someone you know can spend one hour a week with a child during lunch, please call today! |
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| Outstanding Orange County Speedway Night
We want to give a BIG THANK YOU to the Orange County Fair Speedway, who hosted a Big Brothers Big Sisters night for our kids last month. They recently invited all of the matches in our programs, and their families, to come out for a FREE night at the races. About 35 kids were able to make it, and they had a great time! They LOVED the cars, the dirt and the noise!
Also, the kids got to meet the drivers and take turns with flags, pretending they were controlling the races. There was a coloring contest, prizes, a lap around the track in the "kidz" bus, and other race-inspired giveaway items. All the kids' faces lit up with excitement and wide smiles as they experienced something totally unique.
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Bigs & Littles Digest
Volunteering to be a Big Brother or a Big Sister is fun, and the little moments that we share together are the beginning of something big. This digest is a collection of a few of the things our Bigs and Littles did together this month. If you'd like to share your story to inspire others, please let your mentor manager know, or drop us a line on the Facebook Page. Mentoring Means Simple Fun
 ~ Big Brother Joe said Little Brother Rylen often surprises him . Joe will offer an outing to Chuck E. Cheese, the movies or even Cone Heads and of course Rylen enjoys all those things, but often Rylen enjoys just heading over to Joe's house where they'll pop some popcorn and watch a movie together or play a board game.
Mentoring Means Teaching New Skills ~ Little Sister Monica and Big Sister Nichole got a sandwich from Quik Check and used the touch screen computer ordering system which they decided is so technologically awesome. Then they went swimming and cooled off in a pool since it was a heat wave that day. They took some fun underwater cannon ball pictures (see above header pic!), dove into the pool with running starts to see how far they could glide on the floating tube and shot some hoops in the pool basketball hoop. They had such a blast that Monica took a little nap on the way home.
Mentoring Builds Courage
~ Little Brother J. told Big Brother B. that he was scared to talk to other boys his age, so B. gave him some pointers, and J. walked right up to one of the other boys on the playground and introduced himself! B. had to remind him to look at the other boy's face, but other than that, it went really well.
Mentoring is Great Conversation
~  Big Sister Brenda and Little Sister Ky'ani enjoy heading to Friendly's on a hot summer day where they always get an ice cream and share how their weeks went. This has become "their spot" and something Ky'ani really looks forward to!
Mentoring Means Positive Reinforcement
~ Big Brother Bob and Little Brother Naz's latest adventure was seeing Toy Story 3 at the IMAX Theatre at the Palisades Mall in West Nyack. After the movie it was shopping, and then lunch. Naz was happy to share that he completed the year with an improved overall average grade and Big Brother Bob couldn't have been prouder of his efforts throughout the year!
Mentoring Means Even the Mentor Tries Something New~ Big Brother Kevin experienced something new and exciting...  paintball! Little Brother Kyle had played before but Kevin was the "newbie" on this particular day. Kevin said it didn't take long for him to catch on and "give as good as he got!" An awesome afternoon was had by all and it sounded like Kevin slept like a baby when his head finally got to hit his pillow! |
BIG Thanks
Epicor employees presenting the sneakers to Big Brothers Big Sisters staffers|
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Thank you to the employees of EPICOR, who recently donated shoes to our programs. The employees were given gift cards by business partner Foot Locker, and instead of using the cards for themselves, the employees selflessly used them to buy shoes for kids who needed them. It's businesses and business partners like these who put community first, that make this a great place to live and work. Thank you for your generosity, Epicor! |
 "Fore" The Kids Golf Classic
Our second annual golf outing is right around the corner, and we need your support!
You or your business can make a BIG difference in the life of a child, and all you have to do is play a round of golf!
The event is held on Monday, August 30 at the pristine United States Military Academy at West Point Golf Course. Registration is $135 per golfer, which includes greens fees, cart, unlimited driving range, goody bags, lunch and awards dinner. The event starts at 10:00am with registration, putting contests, and an unlimited driving range. Lunch is served at 11:00am, and the 18-hole shotgun start begins at noon.
Don't miss out on this unique golf outing!
Call Carolyn Bennett at (845) 562-5900 to register, or you can visit the golf website for more details, to download a registration form or purchase a sponsorship or foursome online. |
 Marist Partnership
As a way of saying "thank you" to the many Big Brothers Big Sisters volunteers who reside in our community, and to help recruit new volunteers, Marist College is offering special tuition pricing for individuals involved with the Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster County chapters.
Special Tuition Pricing for Active Volunteers
Active Big Brothers Big Sisters volunteers in Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster Counties, along with their families, will receive the following benefits:
- a 25% tuition discount on graduate and adult undergraduate degree programs
- application fees will be waived for all degree programs
This twenty-five percent (25%) discount excludes any graduate or undergraduate degree and certificate programs that are already discounted. Please contact the Graduate and Adult Enrollment Office for more information about eligible programs or see their website. |
 YLSC Blood Drive
Our Youth Leadership and Service Council will be hosting their second annual blood drive on Friday, July 30. The youth who are coordinating this event are a dedicated group who use their free time to improve their community. To get this blood drive up and running, they planned the day, called last year's donors, and walked around the Vail's Gate neighborhood promoting the event. The young adults hosting the blood drive encourage you to come out to save a life and help the sick.
WHEN: Friday, July 30, 2:00pm-7:00pm
WHERE: ShopRite Vail's Gate Parking Lot
384 Windsor Highway, Vails Gate, NY
TO SIGN UP: call Big Brothers Big Sisters at 845-562-5900 Walk-ins accepted, sign-ups appreciated!
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YLSC Blood Drive
HELP US SAVE A LIFE!
On Friday, July 30, from
2:00pm -7:00pm,
the Youth Leadership and Service Council will be sponsoring their annual blood drive at the parking lot of the ShopRite in Vail's Gate.
for more information about this project, please see the article below! |
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GIVE TODAY!
Thanks for your support! |
It's easy to start something Big in the life of a chid even if you aren't a mentor. Did you know that it takes about $1,000 to support one match for one year? Every dollar you can give to Big Brothers Big Sisters goes right back into our programs. Please give today! |
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Events Calendar
On Friday, July 30, from 6am - 2pm please take a moment to stop by Stewart's in Newburgh on Broadway, where we'll be outreaching to volunteers and families!
 On Tuesday, August 3rd at 5:00, we will be joining Team Newburgh for National Night Out at the Recreation Activity Center. See their flyer for full details, and see you there! |
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Our new billboards!
Big Brothers Big Sisters is making efforts to reach new men to volunteer to be Big Brothers! Part of that effort includes a marketing campaign this summer throughout the Hudson Valley. If you happen to spot one of our billboards and drop us a note on our Facebook Page! |
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Vote in TakePart
Speaking of Facebook, please take a moment to register your vote for us in The American Express Members Take Part Contest. Big Brothers Big Sisters is currently in the running for a $200,000 prize, and needs more votes to win! More votes --> more money --> more mentors! |
Our Programs are supported by:
Recycle your old car here!
Public Contributions & Support of Our Special Events
United Way of Orange County
NYS Offices of Children & Family Services through Orange County Youth Bureau
New York's Children of Promise, United States Department of Health & Human Services 
Oblong Books & Music, our Constant Contact Cares4Kids Sponsor
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Quick Links
For more information about mentoring go to:
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| Contact Information | |
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County
(845) 562-5900 & (845) 342-3939
Nancy Kosloski, Executive Director, x28
Julie Woodward, Program Director, x39
Carolyn Bennett, Director of Resource Development, x32
Our Board of Directors:
Anthony Gillmeier, President
Mary Verdegaal, Vice President
Linda Dederick, Secretary
Wayne Martin, Treasurer
Terry Booth
Sheila McGroddy
Major Timothy Gatlin
Joseph Coleman
Leonard J. Bakker |
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