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February Events At The New Lebanon Library

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The New Lebanon Library announces its February events. All of these events are free and will take place at the Library which is located at 550 State Route 20.

• February  12, 19, 26 (event is on Wednesdays) – Small Wonders Lapsit Storytime – 10 am,  age appropriate stories, songs and movement activities for our youngest patrons and their caregivers.

• February 12, 19, 26 (event is on Wednesdays) – Tales for Tots Story Hour – 11  am. Story hour includes crafts, songs and movement activities.

• February 7 – Coffeehouse Night with Linda Worster –  6 pm. This is an evening of acoustic music with this Berkshire favorite. Donations for the performer are appreciated.

• February 11 – Family Crafts Night – 6:30 pm. Join us and learn to make a Valentine mobile and flip book. All materials will be provided. This is for ages 5 and up.

• February 13 – How to download eBooks and audiobooks with your library card – 6:30 pm.

• February 14 – Valentine Movie Night – 7 pm. Join us for a screening of the 1970 classic Love Story.

• February 15 – Paws-to-Read – 9 am. Therapy dogs come to the Library and children read to their furry friends. And, of course, the dogs listen! Please call to register at 518-794-8844.

• February 18 – Animal Tracks – 2 pm. Learn to identify animal tracks, follow their trails in the woods and discover how tracking can help humans and animals alike. This is best suited for school aged children. Please call to register at 518-794-8844.

• February 20 – Loom Band bracelets – 1 pm. Bring your loom and learn to make dragonscale bracelets. Rubber bands will be provided. This is for ages 5 and up.

• February 21 – Afternoon Movie for Kids – 2 pm. This is a showing of a current film suitable for the whole family. Call for title, 518- 794-8844. Popcorn and juice will be provided.

• February 21 – The Great Stone Barn Project: Past, Present, Future – 6 pm, presented by the Shaker Museum and Library. Discover more about the Great Stone Barn Project with the exhibit creator; Peter Watson. Learn about the Shaker’s innovative farming methods, construction techniques and how we are stabilizing the structure today after a devastating fire in the 1970s.

• February 27 – Tor Krautter in concert – 6:30 pm. Enjoy an evening of unplugged originals and folk/rock covers with Rev Tor. Donations for the performer are appreciated.

• February 28 – Family Movie Night – 6:30 pm. A current film suitable for the whole family will be shown. Call 518-794-8844 for the title. Popcorn and juice will be provided.

For further information on any of these events, please contact Jeannie Bogino at 518-794-8844.

Letter To The Editor – Genuine Intentions

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Dear Editor,

It has recently come to my attention that a handful of people have inquired about the efforts of my husband Gene and myself in regards to the town of Petersburgh. Let me assure the people that our intentions are genuine and aimed at advocating for the residents and taxpayers of the Town. Those folks that already know us realize this provocation has always been a part of who we are, whether at work or volunteering at the library and the school or coaching sports or assuming leadership roles within our church.

Last Spring, Gene was considering the possibility of running for the Highway Superintendent position. We began attending Town Board meetings in an effort to educate ourselves on how the Town operated. Generally, the meetings were sparsely attended; a select few were involved with decision making, and information was not forthcoming. Asking questions, learning the governing laws and researching the current processes by which the Town operated was a natural focus. We also spoke directly with many of the Town’s officials and sought out and encouraged feedback from the residents of Petersburgh.

Although faced with personal attacks and resistance from some Town officials, Gene and I continue to be committed to advocating for the residents and taxpayers of Petersburgh. Our efforts are not personal or directed towards any one individual. This year our taxes were increased by nearly 7% (originally figured at 13%), and it is likely that next year will be a substantial increase as well. Many of the Town’s valuable programs, such as the Youth and Senior Programs, received vast cuts, constraining their efforts to run effectively. It makes sense for our community to work collaboratively to explore ways in which the Town can be run more efficiently and current spending can be minimized, thus reducing the need for more significant cuts next year.

I feel confident that the current Petersburgh Town Board will do what is right for the residents and taxpayers of Petersburgh while maintaining an open and informative process without bias or the involvement of personal agendas. This can be achieved by a diverse group of community members attending meetings, becoming informed and offering to assist the Town with committees or appointed positions. We can all make a positive and cost savings difference that will affect our Town for years to come!

Sherry Bowman-Kluck

Johnny Cake Hill Road, Petersburgh

United Way Catfish Derby And Baseball Tickets

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submitted by Brad Poster, Executive Director, United Way of Columbia and Greene Counties

The United Way of Columbia and Greene Counties has announced that early registration for the Fourth Annual Leo Lasher Catfish Derby is now open. Again this year registration is $15 per fisherman and again first prize for the longest catfish of the day is $500, cash on the spot, with more prizes for children, teens and adults.  This family event will be held on July 19 at Dutchman’s Landing and hosted by Riverview Marine Services at the Point in Catskill.

Currently, an Early Registration Contest is for two box seat tickets at Fenway Park to a Friday night regular season game of the Boston Red Sox. The tickets will be awarded to an early registrant between January 1 and March 31. More surprises and prizes will be announced for our local summertime family fun day and fishing contest

To register online visit www.uwcg.org. For more information, call Brad at 518-755-2155.

Grafton VFD And Ladies Auxiliary Breakfast

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The Grafton Volunteer Fire Department along with the Grafton Ladies Auxiliary will be serving an All You Can Eat Buffet Breakfast on Saturday, February 22, from 8 to 11 am at the Grafton VFW – Fire Hall on South Road (County Route 85).

Belgian waffles, pancakes, French toast, eggs (made to order), sausage gravy & biscuits, bacon, sausage, home fries, toast, orange juice, coffee and milk are on the menu. The cost is $9 per adult, $4 for kids 12 and under and free for kids five and under.

Tsatsawassa Protective Fire Company Breakfast

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The Tsatsawassa Protective Fire Company will serve its monthly breakfast at the firehouse on Sunday, February 16, from 8 until 11:30 am. Breakfast consists of your choice of French toast or pancakes together with bacon or sausage, toast, orange juice, beverages and eggs prepared to your order for a cost of $6 with children under five served free.

Support your local fire company while visiting with friends and neighbors and enjoying a hearty breakfast to start your day. The firehouse is located behind the post office near the intersection of Routes 20 and 66 North in the hamlet of Brainard and is handicap accessible. For more information call 518-766-3815.

The First Friday Texas Hold’em Tournament Is Changed To The Youth Center

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Shuffle up and deal at the Texas Hold’em Tournament at The Youth Center in Hoosick Falls on Friday, February 7. Get in on the most exciting Texas Hold’em tourney in the area on the very first Friday of every month. Doors open at 6 pm and play starts at 6:30 pm. The buy-in is $35.00 with an option for a $10 add on, plus a $  high hand pot. Newcomers and experienced players are all welcome. The Youth Center is on Church Street, diagonally across from the Armory.

For more information, call 518-686-9050 or email contacthayc3@gmail.com. Visit the HAYC3 website – www.hayc3.org.

Dylan Hover On Dean’s List At Siena College

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Dylan Hover of Stephentown has been placed on the Dean’s List at Siena College for the fall 2013 semester. Students who have earned recognition through the Dean’s List have maintained a grade point average between 3.5 and 3.89.

Dylan is a 2013 graduate of Berlin High School.

Panther Bowlers Finish Regular Season With Another Win

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submitted by Coach Bob Lang

The Hoosick Falls bowling team finished the regular season on Monday, February 3, with a victory over visiting Whitehall by the score of 4-0. Hoosick Falls finished the regular season with a point total of 54-2 and a match record of 13-0-1. Whitehall finished the regular season with a point total of 13-51. Top bowler for Whitehall was Conner LaVoie with a 156-444.

Top bowlers for Hoosick Falls were Ken Marbot 248-661, Stephen Surdam 245-608, A. J. Hurlburt 198-535, Kyla Day 182-534, Josh McCart 201-529 and Jennifer Sargood 186-525. Hoosick Falls had some nice JV scores – Jonathan Bossoni 211-595, Eric Bloomer 211-579 and Tanner Cahill 177-511.

“This match ends our regular season with a point record of 54-2 which matches our best point record that we set last year. The team bowled some nice scores considering that the other team was pushing the oil around a lot and I did a lot of moving bowlers around to give some JV bowlers a chance to bowl on Varsity. We have our ‘all day’ League Tournament tomorrow at Broadway Lanes in Fort Edward and then our League Championship match against Fort Edward in Saratoga on Thursday followed by Sectionals the following Tuesday, February 11, at Boulevard Lanes in Schenectady. I hope we can keep putting up some good scores like we have been the last few weeks! The team knows that we must take it one game at a time,” Coach Lang said.