Before "Meatless Mondays" became fashionable we had meatless Fridays! Throughout Lent, the Ladies’ AOH Pearl River Division will be sponsoring a Friday Fish Fry to benefit their charities. Dinners are $20 and include two pieces of fish and plenty of fries. See the flyer for full details:On Friday, March 10th, the LAOH Fish Fry will specifically benefit the Lourdes Kids of … [Read more...] about Fish Fry Fridays
The Buried Massacre of Duffy’s Cut.
On April 24, 1832, 57 Irish immigrants from the counties of Derry, Donegal and Tyrone boarded the barque John Stamp at the port of Derry to begin their voyage to Philadelphia. They had all taken different roads to arrive at this literal and emotional departure. John Ruddy was just 18 when he hugged his parents goodbye, knowing it was unlikely that he would see them again in … [Read more...] about The Buried Massacre of Duffy’s Cut.
AOH Scholarships
If you have a high school senior, read carefully! There are two opportunities for students to qualify for money to help defray the cost of eduation. NY AOH State Scholarships The state application process is now open - A general mailing went out from the state AOH, but if you didn't receive it, please see the following page of the state AOH website for all details: … [Read more...] about AOH Scholarships
Special Needs Christmas Parade
What happens when you combine a blue-sky sunny winter day, over three dozen Christmas lawn decorations, various live cartoon characters, music, Santa, good cheer (and a fire truck!)? Our best Special Needs Christmas parade yet. Thanks to all who came out and supported the event, as well as those who attended. … [Read more...] about Special Needs Christmas Parade
Senior Citizen Christmas Lunch
What a turnout! We had a packed room of senior attendees, many talented musicians and dancers, many young volunteers, as well as many of our own brothers who stepped up. Thanks to all, and to Larry DeGennaro for all his leadership. … [Read more...] about Senior Citizen Christmas Lunch