Host families needed
ASSE International Student Exchange is now accepting applications from host families for the 2010-2011 academic year. By hosting a foreign exchange student from Germany, France, Spain, Mexico, Scandinavia, Portugal, Czech Republic, China, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and former Soviet Union countries, you provide a rewarding opportunity to a special teenager. These personable and academically select exchange students are bright, curious and anxious to learn about this country through living as part of a family, attending high school and sharing their own culture and language with their newly adopted host family. All students are well screened, insured, speak English and come with their own spending money. The students arrive from their home country shortly before school begins and return at the end of the school year.
Host families provide room and board and guidance for their new son or daughter while experiencing the joy of watching a child grow academically and culturally. Each exchange student expects to bear his or her share of the household responsibilities as well as be included in normal family activities.  When sharing your home with a student from another culture, your lives are enriched forever by your new lifelong friendship!
Couples, single parents and families without children are encouraged to apply. For additional information about hosting an ASSE exchange student call Amy at 1-800-677-2773. Also, visit www.asse.com for additional opportunities through ASSE!

Designer Showhouse benefiting CPW postponed
The Designer Showhouse of Westchester presented by Cerebral Palsy of Westchester will be postponed until Spring 2011. 
The Showhouse will now take place in spring 2011 in Westchester County. Confirmed date will be released later this year. Proceeds will benefit Cerebral Palsy of Westchester, Rye Brook, NY.
The Designer Showhouse of Westchester will feature over 30 of America’s top designers and decorative artists to create a design masterpiece.
For more information, contact Stephanie Russo, (914) 937-3800 ext. 411, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit www.cpwestchester.org.

Fall classes at New Rochelle YMCA
The fall class session at the New Rochelle YMCA begins Monday, Sept. 13.  Classes are offered in Aquatics, Fitness and Youth Sports. Registration for the classes began on Aug. 9.  
Fall swim classes are offered for all ages beginning with parent and child programs 6 months and up. Classes are held during the week and on Saturdays. Adult and teen swim lessons are offered at several times during the week. The New Rochelle YMCA Sailfish Swim team begins this September.  Interested parties should contact the YMCA Aquatic department, 914-632-1818 ext. 14.
Adult aquatic fitness programs are offered throughout the week.  Classes include aquacise, water walking and the Arthritis Foundation Aquatic program. Adult fitness classes are offered at several convenient times.   
Youth sports programs include karate, basketball and indoor soccer.
Additional information about these programs can be received by calling the YMCA at 632-1818.  

Farmer’s Market coupons now available to qualifying seniors
Seniors looking to stretch their food budgets this summer and fall may be entitled to discount Farmers Market coupons, available through the City of New Rochelle Office for the Aging. To be eligible, individuals must be 60 years of age or older and have a monthly income at or below $1,670/single, $2,246/couple or be currently receiving or eligible to receive SSI, Food Stamps, Public Assistance or Section 8 housing subsidy.
The check book-style coupons will be distributed while supplies last at the Hugh Doyle Senior Center, 94 Davis Ave., from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 2:30-4 p.m.  Proof of age and New Rochelle residency are required. Applicants must come in person to sign affidavit. One coupon per married couple.
The coupons are valid at the New Rochelle Farmer’s Market, located at Library Green every Friday through summer and fall to Nov.15, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. or sellout. The Farmer’s Market features a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables and specialty foods.
For more information on the Farmer’s Market Coupons contact the Hugh Doyle Senior Center at 235-2363.

Register at Trinity Nursery School
The Trinity Cooperative Nursery School is accepting registration for fall 2010. The school has been serving New Rochelle and surrounding areas for over 50 years. For more information contact Mrs. Rangraj at 636-1727.

Sound Shore Writers Group
The Sound Shore Writers Group meets at The Rye Arts Center every other Thursday evening and now has openings for new members. If interested or for more information, email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Children’s open auditions for “Nutcracker”
Boys and girls ages 5-13 are invited to audition on Saturday, Sept. 11 and Sunday, Sept. 12 for roles in the Purchase College Conservatory of Dance production of Nutcracker ’10. Auditions will be held in Studio E of the Dance building at Purchase College throughout the day according to the schedule below.  The campus is located at 735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase.
Children who audition should have some previous dance experience and be no taller than five feet. Dance attire or sweatpants should be worn to audition. Boys are encouraged to audition.  Some dancers may be requested to remain for the next audition group or return for a callback audition on Sunday Sept. 12.
Rehearsals will begin Oct. 5 and will vary from one to three rehearsals per week, depending on the role in which the children are cast. A parents meeting will be held on Sunday, Sept. 26 at 2:30 p.m. in the Dance Building to announce casting decisions, discuss Nutcracker ’10 policies and register dancers. A parent /guardian of each dancer selected must attend this meeting.
The audition schedule is as follows:
Saturday, Sept. 11
Group 1  (7-8 yrs old as of Sept. 1, 2010)
Registration 9:15 a.m. - audition 10 a.m.-noon
Group 2 (9-10 yrs old as of Sept. 1, 2010)
Registration 12:30 p.m. – audition 1-3 p.m.
Group 3 (11-13 yrs. Old as of Sept. 1, 2010)
Registration 2:45 p.m. - audition 3:15-4 p.m.
Sunday, September 12
Group 1 (5-6 yrs old as of Sept. 1, 2010)
Children attend one of three ½ hour sessions
Registration 12:30 p.m. - audition 1-3 p.m.
Callback audition
Registration 3 p.m. – audition 3:30-4:30 p.m.
For further information call the Nutcracker’10 hotline at 914-251-6803.

Homecoming Weekend at Shiloh Baptist
Shiloh Baptist Church, 185 Lincoln Ave., invites you to its Homecoming Weekend celebration of festivities. The weekend celebration kickoff on Saturday, Sept. 18, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. will include its 2nd annual  “Comedy Under the Big Tent” featuring Chris Clark, “King Of Christian Comedy.” Chris shines as a talented actor, singer and songwriter. With such phenomenal talent, Chris has shared the stages with Patti LaBelle, Vickie Winans, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Melvin Williams, DeWayne Woods and many other talented artists.  
Don’t miss Chris and other surprised talents that are performing on Saturday night. Seating is limited so please purchase your tickets early. Advance tickets $15 per person; $20 at the door.  Tickets may be purchased by contacting the church office, 914-636-7440; email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or through the website: www.sensationalshiloh.com
The Annual Family and Friends Day celebration will continue on Sunday, September 19th during Morning Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. where Pastor DeQuincy M. Hentz will preach. Family and Friends will fellowship immediately following the service with a fish fry. Everyone is invited to join us for this fun-filled weekend of fellowship.
For further information please contact Co-Chairs, Brother Paul Porter or Sister Vertraille Palmore-Polo at 914-636-7440.

The Gospel Explosion
The MLGray Black Pearl Enterprise, P.O. Box 1503, New Rochelle, NY 10802, presents The Gospel Explosion, dedicated to the memory of Mr. Ervin Simpson. Guests: The Ecstatisticas, Bronx; The Regena Singers, Bronx; Ashley Lennette Brown, New Rochelle, and Reverend Dr. Alvin C. Providence, New Rochelle. The event will be held on Saturday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. at the Zion Evangelical Baptist Church, 50 Lockwood Ave., New Rochelle. Donation is $15 in advance; $20 at the door.  
For more information, call (914) 622-2720 or (914) 235-1596.

Italian food lecture at La Panetiere
Stop by La Panetiere in Rye Friday, Sept. 24 at noon, 530 Milton Road, to hear Alessandra Gaudio-Tamerin speak about traveling to the South of Italy, with particular attention on the beauties of Calabria and Sicilia regions, their foods and attractions.
Gaudio-Tamerin was born and raised in Milano. She came to America 17 years ago where she has been teaching and translating Italian for over 10 years to children and adults.  She promotes Italian culture and music, and is a special cultural event planner. She will also be introducing her guest, Susan Finelli on this day who is an Italian-American author of the book “Behind the Shadows.” Finelli will share her Italian heritage and stories from her book and will be available to sign her book at the event.  Her book will be available for sale.
Alessandra and Susan will entertain you over a wonderful lunch at the restaurant. The price for this event is $40 to include a 3-course luncheon. Beverages, tax, and gratuities are not included.  Call the restaurant at 967-8140 for reservations.


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