Sullivan Renaissance Youth Development and Internship Program
Change is a Relay »
The 2009 Sullivan Renaissance Interns are the relay of change! This years Youth Development and Internship Program consists of three parts, a gardening internship, leadership development and a community service activity. Through participation in the “Change is a Relay” program, interns are getting work experience related to gardening, landscaping and community development. They are interacting with community, government, and corporate leaders and are gaining an understanding of various issues and the role of leaders in making change.
The 2009 interns are engaged in community projects throughout Sullivan County and are working alongside hundreds of volunteers. As a group they have identified and brainstormed a community service project and are seeking solutions to a specific local issue. There are also exploring careers and meeting professionals in the community and have been matched with a mentor to learn more about individual career paths.
So far the interns have been through an exciting and welcoming orientation, a Gardening 101 session and “Teach Your Children” at the Museum at Bethel Woods where they compared the issues of the 1960s to the issues of today. The 2009 Sullivan Renaissance interns are a dynamic, bright group of individuals who are very enthusiastic about the program and looking forward to a fun-filled, educational summer!
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Gardening Basics and Preserving Local History
Wednesday, July 8th »
Sullivan Renaissance is sponsoring two events on Wednesday, July 8 at different locations in Sullivan County. Space is limited, pre-registration is requested. To register for either program or for more information, visit Sullivan Renaissance at www.sullivanrenaissance.org or call 845-295-2445.
GARDENING WORKSHOP
A hands-on workshop for part-time and summer residents on “Gardening Basics” will be held from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. at Landfield Avenue Synagogue, 18 Landfield Avenue in Monticello.
Do you own or rent a summer home in Sullivan County? Do you spend your summers here at a camp or bungalow colony? The workshop will cover:
· Container gardening basics
· Preparation and care of flower beds
· Choosing the right plants
· Seed packets given away
PRESERVING LOCAL HISTORY
A “Preserving Local History" seminar will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Sullivan County Museum, 265 Main Street in Hurleyville, co-sponsored by Sullivan County Bicentennial Committee, Sullivan County Historical Society and Sullivan Renaissance.
This presentation by Erin Tobin of the Preservation League of New York State will include:
· A brief overview of the Preservation League, its mission and programs
· How to get a site listed on the State or National Register of Historic Places
· Advantages (including financial incentives) of listing and difference between the registers
· What is “historic” and how buildings can be local landmarks
· Overview of the state’s “Certified Local Government Program” for historic preservation
Sullivan Renaissance is a beautification and community development program principally funded by the Gerry Foundation. Additional funding has been secured by NYS Senator John J. Bonacic and Assemblywoman Aileen M. Gunther. Sponsorships have been provided by WSUL/WVOS for Category A projects and by Bold Gold Media Group/Thunder 102 for Category B projects.
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‘PRESERVING LOCAL HISTORY’
Bicentennial Seminar on July 8 at Museum in Hurleyville | Jul. 1, 2009
LEARN ‘GARDENING BASICS’
Free workshop for summer and part-time residents | Jun. 30, 2009
PRIVATE GARDENS OPEN TO PUBLIC
Bicentennial Garden Tour on Saturday, July 11 | Jun. 24, 2009
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