Archives for July 2013
HF Boy Scout Troop 63 Attends Camp Wakpominee
submitted by Bernard Davock
Hoosick Falls Boy Scout Troop 63 attended Camp Wakpominee recently. The boys who went were able to attend sessions to get merit badges. Some of the badges earned were in swimming, archery, wilderness survival, forestry, soil and water conservation, fishing, and environmental science. [Read more…] about HF Boy Scout Troop 63 Attends Camp Wakpominee
Petersburgh Library News
Everyone is invited to the Library’s next “Saunter in the Shire” on Wednesday, July 31, at 5 pm. Meet at the Library and journey to the Petersburgh sculpture garden featured in the DVD “Peter’s People.” If you want a sneak preview, the DVD is available at the Library for you to take home and view.
On Wednesday, July 31, at 6 pm everyone is invited to the opening reception for a new photography exhibit at the Library. In June the Library sponsored a photography workshop for youth ages 10 to 16. The photographs will be on display at the Library during the months of August and September. This program was supported in part by Federal Library Services and Technology Act funds, awarded to the New York State Library by the Federal Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Children’s Activities
On Tuesday, July 30, at 11 am Story Hour will feature stories on “I Dig Hidden Treasure.” All pre-schoolers are invited to attend. On Wednesday, July 31, our drop-in craft will feature painting and decorating a treasure box to take home. All children are invited to join in this activity any time between 2 and 4 pm.
Don’t forget to keep reading this summer. Children who have signed up for the summer reading program can log their books online or on forms provided. They need to be turned in by August 12 so you have lots of time to read. Teens and adults may enter a prize drawing for every book read. There are 11 prizes for adults and 4 for teens. Stop by the Library and pick up some entry slips, and keep reading!
Postponed Stephentown Tag Sale A Success
To residents of the area who were so understanding of the postponement of the Stephentown Historical Society Community Tag Sale due to the dire weather forecast – and to all those who donated fine items for the sale – Thank you! [Read more…] about Postponed Stephentown Tag Sale A Success
Republican Fundraiser In Cherry Plain
It’s Time To Play Bocce At The Grafton Center
The bocce court at the Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Road, Grafton, has been completed thanks to the many volunteers, Donna Walker and the Town of Grafton. If you are a senior in Rensselaer County please feel free to come try it out.
Our Center is open Monday through Friday, 9 am to 3 pm. If you have any questions or need more information, please call the Center at 279-3413.
Tuesday Women’s Bowling League Meeting
There will be a meeting on Tuesday, August 6, at 6:30 pm at the Barbecue Recreation pavilion in Hoosick for the Tuesday Night Women’s Bowling League. All team captains are encouraged to attend. Each team must have at least one member of their team present to cast any votes on any issues that might arise.
We are looking for a few more teams to fill the empty slots that we have. We also need individual bowlers to fill some vacancies on other teams. If you are interested in coming out on Tuesday nights and having some fun with your friends, please give us a call. Call Risa at 518-428-3026, Pat at 518-205-5104, Jean at 518-686-9817 or Barbecue Recreation at 518-686-5751.
Berlin Volleyball Camp Starts Soon
Berlin Volleyball Camp for modified to varsity players is scheduled for August 5 to August 9 from 3 to 5 pm at Berlin Middle/High School. The fee is $50. Contact Paul Slaver at 518-577-4469 for more information.
Letter To The Editor – Thank You All!
To the editor:
I would like to thank all the emergency responders for their quick response to the tractor trailer rollover accident on Route 7 on July 15. Many times we forget how much work and dedication goes into making a fire department, police department or rescue squad a well run organization until we need them. I am proud to say we have some of the best organizations in all of New York State!
I appreciate and would like to thank everyone of you for your service. Your dedication to your community does not go unnoticed.
Respectfully,
Keith Cipperly Town of Hoosick Supervisor
Tsatsawassa Protective Fire Company Annual Pig Roast
On Saturday, August 17, the Tsatsawassa Protective Fire Company Inc. will hold its 25th Annual Pig Roast on the firehouse grounds located just off Route 20 in the hamlet of Brainard. Doors will open at 1 pm, and the afternoon will be filled with fun events including door prizes and games as well as hot dogs, sausage, hamburgers and drinks, all the while the ‘whole pig’ covered with foil, will be roasting on the spit in view of the attendees.
At about 5 pm the roast will be served with baked potato, applesauce, corn on the cob and of course the pork – all followed by ice cream with your choice of strawberry or chocolate sauce. Tickets may be reserved by calling 518-766-3815 at a cost of $20 for adults and $10 for children 5-12. The event is held under cover of the large pavilion in the rear of the fire house.
Completing the event will be a large raffle, and members are currently canvassing the area residents to offer them an opportunity to support this project with the purchase of tickets for which prizes have been donated by area merchants. Special thanks goes to those merchants who include Jackson’s Old Chatham House, Thoma Tire and Antiques at Bailey’s in Nassau, Lebanon Valley Speedway, Angel’s Trumpet Flowers and Gifts, Mario’s Restaurant and Hermon T. Huntley Insurance Agency, all in New Lebanon, as well as Curtis Lumber in Schodack. Additional door and game prizes will be distributed during the event.