March 2008

Newburgh, NY – St. Luke’s Cornwall Auxiliary brings new meaning to thrift store shopping with the opening of the New To You Boutique, an upscale thrift shop offering vintage and one-of-a-kind items. Located at 436 Blooming Grove Turnpike (Route 94) in New Windsor, the Boutique features 3,770 square feet of shopping space and will carry gently used designer clothing, fashionable jewelry, accessories and household items. The mission of the Boutique is to raise needed funds for capital improvements at the hospital.

“The opening of this store is a major accomplishment for our Auxiliary. It’s very exciting,” said Joan DiTullo, President of the Auxiliary, “It has meant a lot of hard work and hours by our Auxiliary members and volunteers.”

The Boutique boasts a modern look with cherry wood floors and chrome display shelves. The size of the store allows shoppers to comfortably browse various sections with ease. Antique furniture and household items are displayed in the back of the store, while wardrobe treasures from designers including Jones New York, Ann Klein, Tahari, Eileen Fisher and Ann Taylor can be found on a special rack in the front of the store. Shoppers will be advised to stop in each week as new items will be added daily.

With Spring around the corner, the Boutique provides a wonderful opportunity to clean out those closets and donate items. All donations are tax deductible, and help support local initiatives to enhance health care in the region.

The success of the Boutique not only depends on the generous people who donate goods and shop its racks, but also the dedicated volunteers who ensure the shop runs smoothly. The Boutique is seeking volunteers interested in working at the upscale shop. To volunteer, call 568-2232. The Boutique is scheduled to open to shoppers on Saturday, March 15, but a formal grand opening event is planned for Thursday, March 27.

The New To You Boutique is open Tuesday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For more information or to donate items, call 569-0014.

About St. Luke’s Cornwall Health System Foundation Auxiliary
The Auxiliary is comprised of volunteers who serve as hospital ambassadors and advocates, supporting the hospital Foundation’s fund-raising efforts and leading service projects that benefit our community. Recent Auxiliary projects included raffles and coat sales. The Auxiliary operates the gift shops at both hospital campuses and is opening a new thrift shop – New to You Boutique – in New Windsor. Additionally, it offers scholarships each year to promising high school students.