IN THE NEWS
Here you'll find a selection of feature photos and stories about The Center that were originally published in our community newspaper, The News of the Highlands. Beginning in 2014 through the present, we'd like to share with you some of our highlights and memories brought to you by local journalism.
All Stories & Photos by MJ Pitt
The News of the Highlands / Times Hudson Valley Media
Used with permission
An Earth Day celebration -- Anya Voltaire tends to some seedlings she and other members of The Center's Gardening Club raised from seeds during an April 23 Earth Day open house.
May 6, 2016
January 8, 2016
Making it merry! -- After collecting toys and other gifts for local youth at Wallkill Valley Federal Savings & Loan, some of the items were dropped off at The Center, where Ann Molina and Joe D'Onofrio coordinated on gift bags for several community families. There were many requests for local assistance again this year.
August 19, 2016
She's not fore sale! -- Highland Falls’ Gabrielle Gallardo spent her summer as an intern at The Center in Highland Falls, and part of that work was helping with window displays. Here, Gabi works in one of the big windows earlier this summer.
September 30, 2016
Happy Second Anniversary! -- The Center of Highland Falls, Inc. located at 312 Main St., is a community center for all residents of the Town of Highlands (Fort Montgomery, Highland Falls and West Point) and anyone who asks for assistance. With volunteers, they provide outreach such as educational activities, community service programs, youth enrichment programs, older adults interest program and more. This past Saturday the second anniversary of The Center was celebrated with an open house -- here are some of those who stopped by mid-day. Ann Molina, far left, runs The Center.