Monthly Archive
U-Play Mat to Benefit St. Mary’s Kids
September 30, 2009
Get on the floor with your kids! There’s a brand new product designed to enhance interactive floor play between toddlers and parents. Play This Way Everyday introduces the U-Play Mat – a low-tech learning toy on sale now. 20% of all purchases made will help support young patients of St. Mary’s Hospital.
St. Mary’s Kids Named Honorary Captains of the Valley Stream North Spartans Football Team
September 24, 2009
It may be a new year, but the old fans are still in town. For the 2nd year in a row, St. Mary’s kids were invited to watch the Spartans in action at one of their home games and once again, were named the honorary captains during half-time.
Panera Bread Opening Benefits St. Mary’s Kids
September 16, 2009
Panera Bread- the franchised bakery-cafe has opened its doors in the heart of Bayside at the Bay Terrace Shopping Center, and besides serving a hearty breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the restaurant will be serving it up for St. Mary’s kids as they are donating a portion of thier sales to support St. Mary’s critical programs and services.
Special Summer Camp for Special Needs Children Ends With a Celebration
September 08, 2009
Young patients of St. Mary’s hosted a summer celebration to commemorate the end of a special summer camp for special needs children that promoted confidence and independence and helped to create long-lasting friendships.
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Recent News
- Prominent Investment Adviser and Philanthropist Stephen Brent Wells Named Chairman of the Board at St. Mary’s
- Dinosaurs Come to Life at St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children
- NYC Councilman Daniel Halloran Joined St. Mary’s in Welcoming Delegates from Israel’s Ministry of Social Affairs & Social Services
- St. Mary’s Chosen as Beneficiary of the Pleasantville Music Festival Headlined by Son of the Legendary Bob Dylan
- Westchester Leader Join St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children to Launch Head Smart Westchester Campaign to Prevent Head Injuries in Children
- St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children and the Disability Opportunity Fund Help Special Needs Families Plan for the Future
- Young Adults in St. Mary’s Pediatric Day Healthcare Program Host Carnival & BBQ for Patients & Staff
- Young Patient at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children Named Hero of the Month For Her Remarkable Journey to Recovery
- Bowlers Came Out in Numbers to Strike It Up For St. Mary’s Kids
- April Hero of the Month Awarded to Patient in St. Mary’s Pediatric Day Healthcare Program
- Patients at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children Host Earth Day Parade and Learn the Importance of “Being Green”
- New Eatery on Long Island Celebrates Opening by Giving Back
Kids Corner
Children of St. Mary’s always find a way to reach out and touch our hearts. Inspired by the Starworks Foundation creative expression in arts program, St. Mary’s kids put their deepest thoughts to paper, and in front of families and friends, read their published work from “The World I Know,” Starworks Anthology collection. Filled with mixed emotions, there wasn’t a dry eye in the house as the children each read their stories of hope and inspiration, ranging from poems, stories, essays, and drawings. Click here to read stories
Therapy and recreation is an important part of healing for St. Mary’s kids. Therapists encourage kids to express their creativity through artwork. Their thoughts and emotions are mixed into an array of beautiful colors and paints. Click here to see art
