Student Volunteers Lend a Helping Hand to Mural Project at Saratoga
On one sunny Saturday morning, two professors and a group of freshmen from St. John's University gathered at Saratoga Family Residence, armed with brushes, rollers, and buckets of brightly colored paints. They were there to complete a mural
HFH Summer Camps Highlights of July 2019
Check out some of our July program highlights! Get involved with HFH at bit.ly/HFHGetInvolved
Saratoga’s Art Show Boasts Performances, Plays, and More
At Saratoga's Art Show, parents and kids had the chance to display their artwork while enjoying musical performances plays developed by kids at Saratoga recreation. A huge congrats to all of the artists and performers.
Carnival Day Brings Together Campers and Staff from Camps Lanowa and Wakonda
Al three sessions of HFH Summer Camps feature a special day when campers and staff from both Camps Lanowa and Wakonda get together for tie-dye, face-painting, photo booths, and plenty of sweet treats. See why Carnival Day is
Highlights of June 2019
Check out some of our June program highlights! Get involved with HFH at bit.ly/HFHGetInvolved
Spotlight On: Desiree Sanabria
With her more than 26 years of experience working at HFH, Payroll Manager Desiree Sanabria has had ample opportunity to note changes in everything from payroll management software to the location of HFH’s physical office space. “When we
Dance Workshops Bring Salsa to HFH Early Childhood Education Centers
Kids at Prospect and Saratoga's Early Childhood Education Center took their first steps into salsa dancing with a month-long series of workshops, adapting the dance steps for the young learners.
Dancing and Diplomas at Saratoga’s Moving Up Ceremony
The end of the school year has been punctuated by Moving Up Ceremonies at HFH's Early Childhood Education Centers. At Saratoga's safari-themed Moving Up Ceremony, graduates performed in several dance numbers before receiving their diplomas.
Kids Makes Their Own Slime in Chemistry Lessons Developed by PBS Kids
Prospect afterschool has been mixing it up with chemistry lessons developed by our partners at PBS Kids. Check out this make-your-own-slime activity.
CUNY CAT Leads Prospect Afterschool in Drama-Based Workshops
The kids at Prospect afterschool have been expressing themselves through drama-based workshops with CUNY Creative Arts Team (CAT), which develops kids' community, creativity, and social-emotional learning through theater.
Recruiting and Reminiscing about HFH Summer Camps at Family Fun Day
Every year, Camp Recruiters build excitement for the upcoming HFH Summer Camps season by hosting Family Fun Days at all three HFH family residences. The events offer parents and kids the chance to enjoy fun giveaways, snacks, and
Williamsbridge Recreation Celebrates “Love a Tree Day”
The kids at Williamsbridge recreation made these tree-inspired art projects for "Love a Tree Day" last month.
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From summer camp adventures to culinary achievements, we’re reflecting on a season of growth, creativity, and community—made possible by our dedicated staff, partners, and supporters.
Campers learned to swim, made s’mores, and discovered the magic of Camp Wakonda and Camp Lanowa. Families marked milestones with Moving Up Ceremonies, kids headed back to school ready and confident, and graduates from Allie’s Place Center for Culinary Education & Employment cooked up success—from continuing training to launching new careers.
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