Carla Ramos of Sofregit (and creator of the Hairdressers’ Disco Ball) whirled into our new Poughkeepsie office’s food pantry with a donation of freshly-made herb butters and mayo and coconut oil spreads. She explained how to easily boost the flavors of countless meals to THRIVES Nutrition Coordinator Krista Mason. Krista will be able to add the refrigerated spreads to clients’ pantry bags for the holidays. Our deepest appreciation to Sofregit for your generosity!
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A Delicious Donation from Sofregit
Tuesday, December 16th, 2014MAC Pok Gets Us Ready for the Holidays
Tuesday, December 16th, 2014
In honor of World AIDS Day, volunteers from MAC Cosmetics in Poughkeepsie spent the day in our new Poughkeepsie office, setting up our emergency food closet, unpacking food, and wrapping presents for our clients. The team powered through a mountain of donated toiletry items and toys for clients’ families, and got the chance to ask lots of questions about our programs and services. Special thanks to Terisa for organizing her team for a day of service!
Our Poughkeepsie Office Has Moved!
Thursday, December 11th, 2014-
- Outside Suite 401
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- The new workspace (a few more cubicles yet to be built)
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- Our new larger food pantry!
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- Reception with a view
HVCS is excited to announce that our Poughkeepsie office has moved! We are now located at 40 Garden Street, just off of the 44/55 Arterial, in Suite 401. We still have a lot of work to do to make it into a cozy, inviting space for staff and visitors, but we love the windows with sweeping views of the city of Poughkeepsie. Our food pantry is much larger, and our staff have a kitchen/lunchroom for the first time!
When you visit, you can use one of the three dedicated parking spaces in front of the building, or park nearby in the municipal lot. We’ll have a full open house this spring. Until then, come visit our new home at 40 Garden Street!
RN Joins Project Reach Out for Low Threshold Medical Care
Friday, September 12th, 2014We’re pleased to announce that our Project Reach Out van, which provides syringe exchange services, HIV/hepatitis C screenings and referrals to drug treatment, now offers low threshold medical care for clients. A part-time registered nurse joined our PRO staff in July, offering basic wound care, general health information and referrals to medical treatment. Barbara Bennet, HVCS’ Education Director, said: “Having a nurse on board the mobile unit builds trust within the community. We can also help those who traditionally avoid medical care to identify infections and early warning signs of much more complex issues.” Clients can access this low threshold medical care at PRO’s Poughkeepsie site on Mondays and Thursdays. For more information, visit the PRO page on our website.
Photos from the Hairdressers’ Disco Ball 2014
Tuesday, August 19th, 2014
Red Carpet photos by Instapics/Cinderella For A Day
Crowd and show shots by Tracey Buzzanco and Melisa Pendergrass
More online:
Show and behind-the-scenes photos by Jo Ann Kraus
Getting Ready for the Hairdressers’ Disco Ball
Monday, July 21st, 2014
Several salon owners, managers and representatives met outside the Mid-Hudson Civic Center recently before a planning meeting for the Hairdressers’ Disco Ball. Tickets are now on sale!
Before the Big (Hair) Show, Dine Out in Poughkeepsie
Friday, July 18th, 2014Though your ticket to the Hairdressers’ Disco Ball on August 17th includes complimentary hors d’oeuvre prepared by the Poughkeepsie Grand, how about a relaxing Sunday brunch, late lunch or early dinner with your fellow guests? HVCS suggests these fantastic local restaurants, all located close to the Mid-Hudson Civic Center. Some are even offering special discounts if you show them your HDB ticket! Each one is a past or current HVCS supporter, too, so please support the local businesses that give back to their community!
The Brown Derby
25% off your meal when you show your ticket!
96 Main St., Poughkeepsie
Hrs: 11 am – 12 midnight
www.brownderbyny.com
Crave Restaurant & Lounge – Dining Out for Life 2014 participating restaurant
129 Washington St., Poughkeepsie
Hrs: 4 pm – 9 pm
www.craverestaurantandlounge.com
The Mill Restaurant & Lounge – Hairdressers’ Disco Ball 2014 vendor
46 Vassar Rd., Poughkeepsie
Hrs: 11 am – 8 pm
http://millpk.com
Nic L Inn Wine Cellar – Dining Out for Life 2014 participating restaurant
$5 off your meal when you show your ticket! Limit 1 per couple.
135 N. Water St., Poughkeepsie
Hrs: 4 pm – 9 pm
www.NLIwinecellar.com
Osho
1998 South Rd., Poughkeepsie
Hrs: 12 pm – 9 pm
www.oshorestaurant.com
Poughkeepsie Ice House – Dining Out for Life 2014 participating restaurant + Hairdressers Disco Ball 2014 vendor
1 Main St., Poughkeepsie
Hrs: 11:30 am – 9 pm
www.poughkeepsieicehouse.com
Schatzi’s Pub & Bier Garden – Dining Out for Life 2014 participating restaurant
202 Main St., Poughkeepsie
Hrs: 12 pm – 2 am
www.schatzispubpk.com
Union Tavern – Hairdressers’ Disco Ball 2014 After-party Host
$3.50 mojitos, sangria & cosmopolitans, $5 wines, and 20% off your meal when you show your ticket.
51 Market St., Poughkeepsie
Hrs: 12 pm – 3 am
www.unionsquarepok.com
Plus, join us at Union for the HDB Afterparty from 11 pm to 3 am with DJ Prephab!
Online Ticket Sales Now Open for the Hairdressers’ Disco Ball
Thursday, June 19th, 2014This year’s Hairdressers’ Disco Ball–set to be bigger than ever at the Mid-Hudson Civic Center–takes place on Sunday, August 17, 2014 at 7:00 pm. With a much larger venue we’re able to expand seating and offer VIP tables, so this year all tickets must be purchased online. Please visit our Eventbrite event page to purchase tickets.
However, if you experience any difficulty with the website, please call us at (914) 785-8277. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, August 17th!
Photos from the Hudson Valley AIDS Walk 2014
Tuesday, June 10th, 2014HVCS held its 22nd annual Hudson Valley AIDS Walk on Saturday, May 17, 2014 on the Walkway Over the Hudson. We raised over $42,000 (so far!) at this year’s Walk. Thanks to everyone who walked, volunteered, donated, and sponsored our biggest fundraising event of the year!
Photos by Jo Ann Kraus
New on HVCS’ YouTube Channel: How Are You Preparing for the Hudson Valley AIDS Walk?
Friday, May 2nd, 2014Sign up for the Hudson Valley AIDS Walk–it’s not too late to start fundraising for May 17th’s big event!