Since 1929, the Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle has been providing programming for kids ages 6-18 in New Rochelle. The New Rochelle site offers an array of programs to engage the local youth. Programs are designed to enhance self-esteem, positivity and good behavior. In addition to after school and vacation programs, there is also a summer camp.The Boys and Girls club stresses character and leadership, education and career development, the arts, health and life skills and sports and fitness.
Make a sharp turn off of busy North Avenue and you will quickly reach St. Catherine AME Zion Church. The church, which has been around since 1841, offers Sunday school at 9:30am and worship service at 1oam on Sundays.
The church is great for children and young adults, as there are a range of programs offered for youth. Kids ages 5-17 are welcome to attend Junior Church, which is tailored to a younger crowd, at 11am on Sundays. Many additional prayer meetings and Bible study groups are active in the congregation.
Hudson Park and Beach offers visitors a variety of amenities, including restrooms, playgrounds, seating areas, parking areas and a music bandshell. Small fees must be paid for access to the beach and for parking. The beach welcomes residents and nonresidents. Parking fees are in effect from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Events are also held at this location, including parades and fishing derbies.
Located on Locust Ave., near busy Main street, the Church of God of New Rochelle has many prayer services. Sunday school is available at 10am, with morning worship at 11:30am. On Monday evenings there is Bible study at 7:30pm (except November-January). On Wednesday nights there is a prayer walk at 7:30 and Fridays is youth night at 6:30pm.
Founded in 1954, Family Services of Westchester is a not-for-profit organization that provides health services as well as social and educational assistance. They work with children to senior citizens. The Maple Avenue location is a housing complex for low-income senior citizens associated with Family Services of Westchester. The management company for the building is located in Elmsford, NY and is responsible for the maintenance and occupancy of the complex.
The New Rochelle Humane Society is a non-profit organization that provides care and services for lost and abandoned animals. This center offers adoption services, spay/neuter services, animal rescue services, microchipping and more.
The New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce is a multifaceted business representation organization that lobbies on the behalf of companies and corporations within New Rochelle. The Chamber of Commerce is run by an elected board of directors tasked with protecting the interests of businesses operating within the community, as well as promoting economic development and marketing the town's assets. Members are encouraged to participate, either at monthly meetings or the Chamber's many special events.
This Salvation Army Family Store has a large and well-organized selection of second-hand housewares, furniture, clothing, shoes, books, electronics and bric-a-brac. There is clothing for men, women and children alike, and you can browse by size and color.
On Wednesdays, there is a 50 percent off sale for family day.
YMCA, founded in 1844, is a nonprofit whose mission is to build healthy bodies, minds and spirits in the residents of the 10,000 neighborhoods where it works today.
The Y has been in New Rochelle since before 1900 and at its Weyman Avenue location since 1984. It boasts more than 3,500 members. It offers youth camps in the summer; a variety of membership discounts; and such sporting facilities as a cardio workout room, squash courts and a large swimming pool.
Established in 1913, the Holy Family Parish has grown from humble beginnings into one of the larger Catholic communities in the area. Its wonderous church building can be found in downtown's north side at the corner of Mayflower Avenue and Clove Road. Rev. Msgr. John J. Mescali is the Pastor Emeritus that leads the congregation in mass. Other services include religious education, bible studies and youth ministies.
On a busy corner of North Avenue in Wykagyl sits the Christ United Methodist Church. Rev. Denise Smartt-Sears leads worship on Sundays at 10am. The church is also home to the Weekday Nursery School.
The Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church has a robust congregation. They are known around New Rochelle for their elaborate and highly successful Greek Festivals once a year in the fall. The church also runs groups for women, married couples, seniors and kids.
Services are every day at 9:30 a.m. (Orthros) and 10-11 a.m. (Liturgy). On Sundays, there is fellowship and coffee in the community center immediately following the Divine Liturgy.