Woodland Pond at New Paltz

11/20/2025

🌟 ‘Tis the Season for Giving! 🌟

Our 10-day Food Drive for Family of New Paltz was an incredible success! Thanks to the generosity of our residents and staff, we collected $8,065 in cash donations, 20 boxes of food, and numerous store gift cards to support families in need throughout our community.

Family of New Paltz Director, Ivan Echenique, and Assistant Director, Icilma Lewis, expressed their deep gratitude for Woodland Pond’s continued partnership. For the past 16 years, our community has proudly supported their mission through food, clothing, and financial donations — and this year’s drive is yet another example of how compassion thrives here at Woodland Pond.

❤️ Thank you to everyone who contributed. Together, we make a difference.

11/18/2025

✨On Sunday, November 16, we hosted an incredible Murder Mystery Dinner presented by the Acme Mystery Company of the Hudson Valley — complete with a time-travel twist! Residents teamed up to unravel clues, crack codes, and solve the mystery together.

Our dining team brought the theme to life with an elevated three-course “Past, Present, Future” menu, with each dish inspired by a different moment in time. The creativity, flavor, and presentation made the experience even more immersive.

With 60 attendees, the evening was filled with laughter, intrigue, teamwork, and unforgettable food. It was a huge success and truly a night to remember!

This was our first immersive dining event — but it certainly won’t be our last! 🚀🕰️🍽️

11/14/2025

🇺🇸 This week, we proudly celebrated our residents and staff who have served our country with honor. On Tuesday, we hosted our annual Veterans Recognition Breakfast—a warm “Thank you, Vets” pancake breakfast followed by a meaningful ceremony, including a reading of the Veterans Roll Call by our President & CEO, Michelle Gramoglia.

Then on Thursday, we wrapped up the week with a USO Variety Show that was an absolute hit! From magic acts to performances from The Dulcimers and The Woodlanders, singing, guitar playing, and more—everyone had a fantastic time celebrating together.

To all who have served: we honor you, we thank you, and we celebrate you. 🇺🇸❤️

11/04/2025

🎃👻 Our Halloween “Spooktacular” Dinner Party was a huge hit! Residents and staff had a fantastic time enjoying festive food, fun costumes, and plenty of spooky cheer. Thank you to everyone who joined in the spooky spirit! 🕸️🕷️

10/23/2025

✨What a beautiful day it was on Saturday for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s! Woodland Pond and our amazing Brain Health Team were proud sponsors of this inspiring event. Residents and staff walked together in support, remembrance, and hope. 💜

We’re so proud to stand together as a community committed to making a difference. 💜

10/22/2025

Honored to celebrate our resident and veteran, Tom Gilder, who took part in the Hudson Valley Honor Flight on October 18th, alongside his grandson. 🇺🇸✈️

It was an amazing experience for Tom to attend and be recognized alongside so many fellow heroes. We’re so proud of him—and extend our heartfelt gratitude to all Woodland Pond Resident and Staff Veterans for their service and sacrifice. Thank you all for your courage and dedication! ❤️🤍💙

10/21/2025

🎶 Something special is coming to Woodland Pond! 🎶

We’re thrilled to welcome Ms. Claire’s Music Cupboard to our community for an Intergenerational Kindermusik Class—right here at Woodland Pond! 💕

Starting Tuesday, October 28th at 10AM, families can join in the joy of music, movement, and connection with our residents—our beloved Grand Friends!

Classes are just $45/month ($40 for siblings). Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to make memories through music! 🎵✨

Register through Ms. Claire's Music

Ms. Claire’s Music Cupboard is so excited to announce we will be hosting an Intergenerational Kindermusik Class at Woodland Pond New Paltz on Tuesdays at 10am starting on October 28th, 2025. This class will be offered at a discounted rate of $45 per month (or $40 per sibling.) Share the joy of music while bonding with Grand Friends! 🎵 Grab your spot at the link in our bio! ✨

10/17/2025

🌈✨ Community, Connection & Celebration ✨🌈

The October 8th LGBTQIA+ & Allies Intergenerational Community Dinner and Discussion was a huge success — with nearly 40 attendees, including members of our resident interest group, representatives from local LGBTQIA+ organizations and open and affirming churches, the president of SUNY New Paltz and his husband, and staff and students from the SUNY New Paltz Rivera House.

It was a truly uplifting evening of sharing, discussion, and building bridges across generations and communities.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make this event possible — and for continuing to make Woodland Pond a place where LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies feel welcome, supported, and celebrated. 🏳️‍🌈💙

10/02/2025

🍂🍁Autumn evenings at Woodland Pond are magical. We are blessed to live in the beautiful Hudson Valley. 🍂🍁🌅

📸 Woodland Pond resident, Kitty Mitchell

10/01/2025

📸🧦 Woodland Pond’s Sock Hop Sweet 16 was a night to remember! 🎉💃🕺

From classic 1950s flair and poodle skirts to lively dancing, retro decor, and plenty of laughter, our Residents and Staff celebrated this milestone in true throwback style. The energy, the smiles and the sense of community made our "Sweet 16" unforgettable. 💙✨

Check out all the fun in the photos below – we’re so grateful to everyone who joined us in making this celebration so special! 🥳

09/25/2025

🧦🎶💃 Sock Hop Sweet 16! 🕺🎂🎉

Woodland Pond turns 16 today and we’re throwin’ it back to the 1950s tonight with a rockin’ anniversary bash! 🍔🥤🎵

✨ Think jukebox hits, poodle skirts, milkshakes, dancing & a DJ keeping the party hoppin’!

Stay tuned for more retro decorations + all the fun from this milestone celebration! 💙