We are pleased to have made so many necessary improvements. In two years, we have done exterior painting and repair, installation of gutters and roof repair, electric and plumbing improvements, installation of a fire system, floor restoration, new lighting, fencing, landscaping and gardening.

Our membership drive will begin in December. We encourage all to become members of the PCC. Your membership and donations enable us to maintain this building built in 1870 and support our programming. Our goal for 2010 is the installation of a handicap ramp and handicap bathroom. This will be very expensive and we will need your help to finance this endeavor.

We thank those who donated their time in October and November: Curt Frasca for installing tile in our bathroom, Janet Coombs for donating plants from her garden, Cub Scout Pack 88—Webelo Den 2 for fall clean-up, Frank Umbrino, CPA and David Howe, Esq for advice, Cellen Wolk and Neal Harris of Hey Hoe Garden Design for planting, Dorian Tunell for discounting electrical services, Joyce Gavin for her continued volunteer services, Mary Tiegreen for designing our Holiday Craft Bazaar flyer each year, Susan and Dominic Nemesdy, Chris Chin, John Guzweich, Robby Whitstock, Bernie Doyle for lending a hand and thank you to the dozens of book donors.

People-To-People Holiday Gift and Food Drive
Sunday, Dec. 6, 10:00 am-4:00 pm.
Donations of gifts and clothing items for infants, teens and adults (especially teens) and non-perishable food can be brought to PCC between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm. For further information, PCC@palisadesny.com

Art & Antique Dealer Sale
Saturday, Dec. 12 and Sunday, Dec. 13, 10:00 am-4:00 pm. A unique antique makes a lovely gift for your special someone. Country Antiques to Modernist Design including American textiles, vintage posters, estate jewelry, lamps, furniture, home décor, original paintings and more. We have a few openings for art and antique vendors or if you have quality items you would like to donate to the PCC table, contact Eileen Larkin at ileenog@aol.com or 845-359-6589.

Annual Community Christmas Caroling:
Wednesday, Dec. 23 4:00-6:00 pm
- Meet at 11 Horne Tooke Road promptly at 4:00 pm. Carolers will sing through the neighborhood, at Jawanio and the Esplanade. Music will be available. Pizza party at the PCC after with a visit from Santa. For further info, contact: Michele Balm at 845-359-3776 or miepbalm@aol.com

Defensive Driving Course:
Saturday, Jan. 9, 8:30 am-3:30 pm.
The fee is $32 for this 6 hour course for beginning drivers and seasoned drivers who would like to lower their car insurance. Paid registration by December 31 is necessary. Space is limited, register early: Eileen Larkin at 845-359- 6589 or Ileenog@aol.com.

ANNUAL PCC COMMUNITY MEETING
Watch for meeting announcement.

Movie & Game night
Friday, Jan. 29, 6:30-9:00 pm: Children ages 7-13 are welcome to come and hang out at the PCC with their friends, play games and watch a movie. Admission is free and snacks will be available for purchase. Stay tuned for more information in January.

Palisades Indoor Farmers’ Market returns on Saturday Feb. 6, 9:00 am-1:00 pm.
Our farmers all commented on what a wonderful community we have and are anxious to return.

Coming in the Spring- “Palisades, As I See It- A celebration of everything Palisades”:
Children and adults can exhibit whatever it is they love about Palisades – paintings, poems, photographs, etc. Or do you collect things or make things and would like to exhibit or sell your creations? Think “Made in Palisades.” Start brainstorming now. For more information, e-mail PCC@palisadesny.com

Rental opportunities:
The PCC is perfect for your next class, workshop, photo shoot, or party. For social events, you can rent it as is, or for a fee, we will set up the room beautifully and take it down. Leave it all to us. Contact: Eileen Larkin at 845-359-6589 or Ileenog@aol.com