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PCC Members Connect with Nature at Holtsville Ecology Center Meetup

PCC members came together for a heartwarming and educational meetup at the Holtsville Ecology Center, where they spent the day surrounded by nature—and a few adorable animal ambassadors.

We went way back in presidential history with this meetup.  PCC had the oportunity to go on a guided tour of Sagamore Hill! We learned so much about the history of the house and President Teddy Roosevelt. Park Ranger Bethany impressed us with her knowledge of our past president and his home. Did you know that his home in Oyster Bay was the Roosevelt’s summer home? It’s where they spent their summers when the City became unbearable and hot. Who knew?!! It was one historical meetup!

What a BEAUTIFUL evening for a walk on the Long Beach Boardwalk and for some ice cream! PCC members had a great time chatting, strolling, and taking in the start of some nice summer weather. We walked what didn’t feel like two miles because we were all getting to know each other. We then rewarded ourselves with ice cream from Marvel- the only part of the meetup not pictured because it was that delicious! PCC is looking forward to the fantastic summer that lies ahead. 

This year’s PCC Annual Meeting was nothing short of amazing! Members, families, and friends came together to celebrate all the impactful work we accomplished in 2024—and got a sneak peek at everything exciting coming in 2025. 

After the updates, the real fun kicked in with viral game challenges like the water bottle toss, cotton ball pick-up, and the shimmy! 

Laughter echoed, smiles lit up the room, and connections were made that we’ll never forget. 

PCC took over ROUND 1...AGAIN! Members played big and won big while playing a variety of games. From playing Mario Kart to testing out the new virtual reality games, everyone had entered the world of gaming and given the opportunity to escape reality! PCC also took over the microphones and karaoke booths. We had our members and friends singing along and dancing to everything from The Killers to Miley Cyrus to end what was a very fun evening. 

PCC Raises Over $4,000 in Support of Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities!

We’re thrilled to share some incredible news—Positive Community Connections (PCC) has successfully raised over $4,000 through our recent Luv Michael fundraising campaign! This accomplishment is a powerful reminder of what we can achieve when a community comes together with compassion and purpose.

African Dance Rhythm Brings the Beat to PCC’s Big Time Glee Initiative

Positive Community Connection (PCC) was thrilled to welcome African Dance Rhythm for an unforgettable drumming workshop during our Big Time Glee initiative. The energy was electric as our members got caught up in the rhythm—hands drumming in sync, feet moving to the beat, and hearts opening to the vibrant sounds of West Africa.

PCC was given the opportunity to attend one of the biggest transitions fairs so far this year at Old Bethpage- Plainview High School. There we were given the opportunity to share PCC's mission and events that we have coming up. It was so nice to be around so many positive, knowledgeable professionals that have the same goal. We hope that we have the opportunity to expand upon some of the connections that we made.

Recently, Positive Community Connections was invited to the NY Islanders Hockey With A Heart Networking event at UBS Arena, in Elmont, NY.  Chair of the Board of Directors for PCC, John Innis and Nassau County Community Connector, Marisa Ludwikowski were given the opportunity to learn about the philanthropic work of the NY Islanders and how they take pride in getting involved with the surrounding community.

Everyone was glowing at PCC's GlowGolf Meetup last week.  Participants came together in friendly competition as they navigated the 54-hole course, in one of the biggest glow-in-the-dark golf settings around. From battling the sneaky snake to golfing under the sea, it's safe to say that everyone became pro mini golfers by the end of the evening. It was a cool mini-golf experience.