Eastern Rensselaer County's Community Newspaper
submitted by Erin Clary
On May 13, the Capital Area School District Association (CASDA) honored New Lebanon High School senior Evan Burgess at its 29th Annual Scholar’s Recognition program dinner at the Albany Marriot.
[Read more…] about CASDA Honors New Lebanon High School Senior And Teacher
submitted by Erin Clary
The New Lebanon CSD will host three community stakeholder meetings to gain input on how to best use the $288,073 in reimbursement funds allocated to the district through the Smart Schools Bond Act of 2014.
The meetings will be held: Tuesday, June 2, at 6:30 pm at the Walter B. Howard Elementary School library; Wednesday, June 3, at 6:30 pm in the Jr/Sr High School cafeteria; and Wednesday, June 10, at 7 pm as part of the Board of Education meeting held at the Walter B. Howard Elementary School library. All district residents are welcome and encouraged to attend.
The Smart Schools Bond Act of 2014 authorizes the distribution of $2 billion statewide to finance improved educational technology and infrastructure to improve learning and opportunity for students. Examples of approved projects include broadband Internet, the installation of high-tech security, capital projects to expand Pre-K instructional space, and the acquisition of technology such as laptops or tablet computers.
Poet and storyteller Nichael Czarnecki returns to the New Lebanon Library to co-present two programs with drummer Sue Spencer on Saturday, May 30, and Sunday, May 31. All are welcome at these events, which are free and open to the public.
[Read more…] about Poet And Drummer Team Up For NL Library Programs
Join us for a volunteer work day on Saturday, May 30 from 10 am to 1 pm to prepare for our upcoming season. This work day will focus on cleaning up the North Family buildings – cleaning, painting, landscaping, etc. Participants should wear appropriate clothes and gear such as gloves and boots. Coffee and pastries from Blueberry Hill Café in New Lebanon will be offered. If you are interested, please contact us at programs@shakerml.org or call 518-794-9100.
The Shaker Museum And Library is hiring. Tour guides are needed to educate visitors about the North Family at Mount Lebanon and the Shakers who lived and worked here from 1787 to 1947. Please visit our website for more details: www.shakerml.org.
The Museum opens for the season at 10 am on Friday, June 19. Museum hours are 10 am to 4 pm through October 12.
Want to know more about the museum and what we’re up to? Get in touch. Send us an email at info@shakerml.org, or call 518-794-9100 x220 for more information.
by Thaddeus Flint
Irene Hanna was appointed at the monthly New Lebanon Town Board meeting, Tuesday May 12, to fulfill the remainder of Councilman Bruce Baldwin’s term.
[Read more…] about Irene Hanna Appointed To New Lebanon Town Board
On Friday, May 22, at 9 am, the New Lebanon Jr./Sr. High School will host its Fifth Annual Memorial Day Assembly to honor our service men and women, and all who gave their lives in defense of our country.
All veterans are invited to join the American Legion Post #1236 of New Lebanon and the Berkshire Chapter 65 Vietnam Veterans of America in the New Lebanon Jr/Sr High School gymnasium. Family and community members are also welcomed and encouraged to attend the festivities in memory of our fallen heroes and in celebration of those who serve.
Local favorites David Grover, Linda Worster and Puggy Demary will be performing together at the New Lebanon Library on Sunday, May 17 at 1 pm. The group will perform originals plus a mix of folk and rock from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. From the Beatles to Crosby, Stills and Nash, from Simon and Garfunkel to Joni Mitchell, this group is always wonderful. All are welcome and the event is free, although donations for the performers are encouraged.
David Grover has earned countless awards including a Grammy nomination and Artist of the Year. He spent many years as Arlo Guthrie’s lead guitar and band leader. Grover and his Big Bear Band have performed at the White House, opened the Goodwill Games, appeared on The Today Show, performed with the Detroit Symphony for their Youth Series, and played for the delegates of the United Nations.
Linda Worster has toured as a solo musician throughout New England, New York, and New Jersey, performing in many venues. She has opened for many well-known artists including Harry Chapin, David Bromberg, Bill Staines, and Joan Baez.
Puggy Demary has been performing in the Berkshires for decades. He plays bass, guitar and piano, and is a songwriter, as well.
For further information, please call the library at 518-794-8844. The library is located at 550 State Route 20, a quarter of a mile north of the yellow blinking light at the intersection of Routes 20 and 22.
Join Sand Lake Center for the Arts and Circle Theatre Players for their production of Driving Miss Daisy. Written by Alfred Uhry, directed by CarolLynn Langley, and produced by Shirley Neiss. [Read more…] about Evolving Relationships Explored In Driving Miss Daisy At SLCA
New Lebanon – Mrs. Carolyn A. Christensen, 73, passed away on April 27, 2015, at her daughter’s house in Charlotte, NC of complications from Alzheimer’s disease. Mr. Ronald F. Christensen, 73, passed away on May 5, 2015, at the Community Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany, NY.
[Read more…] about Carolyn Christensen and Ronald Christensen
With the slogan, “imported from Main Street”, Chatham Brewing has been building a regional brand for almost 10 years. Last weekend, that local strength was recognized at New York’s largest beer festival, TAP-NY, when the brewer was named Best Craft Brewery in the Hudson Valley. [Read more…] about Chatham Brewing Scores Big At TAP New York
