Concert In Memory Of Brad Cole
“It was a sad day in July 1960 when H. Bradford Cole died at his home making breakfast. He was the music man of the community and spent 18 years motivating the students of the Hoosick falls Schools. He never refused or missed a parade. The community, the area, and the students counted on him. I remember the weeks that followed. The community was filled with grief,” said an article by Phil Leonard. [Read more…] about Concert In Memory Of Brad Cole
Relay For Life Car Wash
Members of the Hathaway Electric Relay for Life Team washed cars at the Rt. 7 & 22 Stewart’s Store on May 29 to raise funds for their team. The Relay for Life is this Saturday and Sunday, June 26 and 27. [Read more…] about Relay For Life Car Wash
HFCS Board Meeting
by Alex Brooks
The Hoosick Falls School Board meeting began with presentations from the Athletic Booster Club, the Performing Arts Booster Club and the PTA. Superintendent Ken Facin said it was “great to hear about all of the activities supported by these dedicated volunteer groups and the many ways they enrich the lives of our students.”
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HFCS Sports Awards
by Bea Peterson
The Hoosick Falls Fire House meeting room was filled to capacity Wednesday evening, June 16, for the Hoosick Falls Central School Sports Awards dinner. The year yielded many successes for the various teams. [Read more…] about HFCS Sports Awards
Kindergartners Wear Helmets For Bicycle Safety
The kindergarten classes at Hoosick Falls Central School have been learning about bicycle safety and the importance of wearing a helmet. As a culminating activity to this unit, on Friday, June 11, the students participated in a Trike-A-Thon! To raise money for the Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center, students gathered pledges and then took turns riding bikes, tricycles and scooters around the gymnasium for an entire hour. The kindergarten students raised $1,840!
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Cornell WrestlersRun Clinic At HFCS
17th Century Dutch Architecture
The summer potluck dinner meeting of the Stephentown Historical Society will be Monday, July 12, at 6:30 pm at the Stephentown Firehall, 35 Grange Hall Road, Stephentown. Those attending should bring a hearty appetite and a dish large enough to share, either main dish, salad or dessert. Plates, utensils and beverages will be provided. The event is free and open to the public. The building is handicapped accessible. For directions, telephone 518-733-5675.
After dinner, Walter Wheeler will present an illustrated talk on 17th century Dutch vernacular architecture. [Read more…] about 17th Century Dutch Architecture
Berlin Library News
Pie Á La Mode Café
The Friends of the Berlin Library will be holding their 4th annual Pie a la Mode Café on the Library’s lawn during the parade on July 5. Coffee, muffins, pie (with or without Stewart’s ice cream) and cones will be for sale. Please stop and enjoy our home baked goodies while enjoying the parade with your friends.
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Stephentown Library News
Teens & Tweens – Volunteer At SML This Summer And Make A Difference
The Stephentown Memorial Library is looking for teens and tweens who are interested in working 2 to 4 hours per week on a variety of interesting projects this summer. Projects will include website development, grant research, art projects, landscaping, program planning and more. Please stop by the Library to fill out an application or send a letter of interest to Laurenne Teachout, Library Director, at step1@uhls.lib.ny.us.
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