On Saturday, November 30, the annual craft and gift fair at PVMCC will take place from 9 am to 1 pm. There will be many shopping opportunities with jewelry, knitted items, baskets, dried flower arrangements, cards, photos, candles, pottery, artisan breads, baked goods, garlic, wreaths and kissing balls…and more! There will be an auction of great gifts from the vendors. Tickets cost three for $1. Shop locally this year
Claude Rousseau Remembered At Skating Rink
by Bea Peterson
On Sunday, October 27, members of the Hoosick Town Board, Rensselaer County Legislator Stan Brownell, the Armand Rousseau family and a few friends gathered at the Reynolds/Gilchrest Skating Rink for the unveiling of a plaque in memory of Claude Rene Rousseau. Claude was born in 1961 and died in an accident in 1976. [Read more…] about Claude Rousseau Remembered At Skating Rink
Grafton Trail Blazers Logo Contest
The Grafton Trail Blazers snowmobile club is looking for a new logo. We are opening a logo contest to high school students from Tamarac High School and Berlin High School.
A finalist will be picked from each school by the Club. Each finalist will be awarded a $50 prize, and each school will receive a $100 donation to the art department.
The two finalists will have their submissions posted to our Facebook page and the public can “like” the logo of their choice. The logo with the most likes will be the winner of the Facebook contest and will be awarded an additional $100 prize and an additional $150 will be given to that school’s art department.
The contest entries must be submitted to the Grafton Trail Blazers snowmobile club no later than December 1, 2013. The schools will be notified by December 9 of their finalist and their logos submitted to our facebook page (GRAFTON TRAILBLAZERS) for the winner to be determined. The logo with the most “likes” by January 1 will win the contest.
PTA Holiday Craft Fair
The Walter B. Howard Elementary School’s PTA is sponsoring a Holiday Craft Fair on December 7 from 9 am to 3 pm in the New Lebanon Jr./Sr. High School gymnasium. Over 40 vendors will be present plus there will be a Chinese auction and a 50/50 raffle. The kitchen will be open from 9 am to 2:30 pm. There will be School Spirit items as well as many items and crafts.
Brenda Phelps And Matthew Shih Are Wed
submitted by Robert B. Phelps
Brenda Phelps and Matthew Shih were married June 15 at a garden ceremony at the historic Park McCullough House in North Bennington, Vermont.
Lebanon Valley Heritage Center To Open
The Lebanon Valley Historical Society and the New Lebanon Economic Development Committee jointly announce the grand opening of the Lebanon Valley Heritage Center on Saturday, December 7, at noon, at the Valley Plaza Mall. The Center will use displays, books, old newspapers and magazines, photographs, paintings and drawings, videos and furniture and artifacts to showcase the rich historical and environmental heritage of New Lebanon. These include Mount Lebanon, the leading Shaker community in the world, the famous spa at Lebanon Springs, the birthplace and grave of NY Governor Samuel J. Tilden, winner of the popular vote in the disputed presidential election of 1876, the Shaker Swamp and the sites of the visit in1842 by Charles Dickens.
The Center also will function as a visitors bureau to serve the needs of tourists for maps, listings of dining and lodging establishments, upcoming events, recreational or cultural activities and other local information.
Speakers at the grand opening will include Mike Benson, Supervisor of the Town of New Lebanon, Steven J. Oberon, President of the Historical Society, and Max Gitter, Chairman of the Economic Development Committee.
Berlin FD Breakfast With Santa
On Sunday, December 1, from 7 to 11 am, the Berlin Fire Department will be holding its monthly breakfast. Breakfast includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, french toast, biscuits with homemade sausage gravy, bacon and sausage, home fries, toast and eggs (sunnyside, over easy or over hard, scrambled), beverage choice of coffee or tea (both available as decaf), hot chocolate, milk and orange juice.
Prices are $7 for adults, $4 for children ages 5-12. Children under 5 eat free. Takeouts are available.
Santa will be making a special appearance during the breakfast from 8 to 11.
The Ladies Auxiliary will be tempting you with their homemade baked goods.
Please join us for breakfast, a visit with Santa and then take home some treats for later in the day.
SMA Holiday Cabaret – A Reunion Event
Christmas is coming; it’s almost here – mark your calendars for melodies and cheer!
On Saturday, December 7, St. Mary’s Academy is pleased to present, Holiday Cabaret – A Reunion Event.
Local talent David Sutton, Krissy Fauler, Shari Hand, Ric DiDonato and the Richard Cherry Trio will be returning to the SMA stage for what is sure to be a memorable evening. Doors open at 6 pm and our performers will take their spots on stage at 7.
As in the past, we will be offering a silent auction which always provides a wonderful opportunity to get some unique Christmas gifts. Light fare will be served, and there will be a cash bar.
Tickets for the event cost $25 per person and can be purchased at St. Mary’s, Thorpe’s and after each Mass at the Immaculate Conception Church. Reservations will be taken for parties of eight or more only and can be made by calling Pat Hayes at 686-4314.
So call your friends, get your sitter and join us on December 7. What a wonderful way to welcome the Christmas season.
December Events At SML
• Mitten Tree – Bring your gently used or new winter accessories (mittens, gloves, hats, scarves) and hang them on the Mitten Tree at the Stephentown Memorial Library. Collection will run from December 2 through December 20. We will donate them to a local agency for distribution to families in need. Children’s items are especially useful.
• How to Write a Budget – Thursday, December 5, at 6:30 pm. This class will teach participants the basics of budget development for grants, programs and business plans. Attendees will learn how to plan for and financially represent revenue sources, staffing, operations and capital expenses. This workshop is an excellent introduction for anyone who needs to build a budget for a new business venture, a new or ongoing program or a grant application. The workshop is ideal for people who want to find and apply for grants, people who are interested in writing a business plan and those who want to enhance their resume by adding these valuable skills. Please register at the front desk or by calling SML at 733-5750.
• Family Movie Night – come in from the cold and enjoy a showing of a popular new release film on Friday, December 6, at 6:30 pm. This feature film is rated PG 13. Call for title and details. Popcorn and juice will be served. This event is free, and the public is welcome.
For more information, call the Stephentown Memorial Library at 733-5750. Check our website,www.stephentownlibrary.org for regular updates.
9th Annual North Hoosick Fire Dept. Free Christmas Bazaar
Help Put A Smile On A Child’s Face This Christmas
The North Hoosick Fire Department will sponsor its 9th Annual Free Christmas Bazaar to be held on Saturday, December 21, from 9 am to 12 pm at the Fire Station on Rt. 22. This year the Fire Department is asking area businesses and individuals to donate new or like new items for this bazaar. Cash donations are also welcome and can be sent to the Fire Department. These donations will be used to purchase new items such as clothes, toys, shoes and games for children. Help make the holidays special for some families.
The bazaar is held each year to help out the needy families in the area who are not fortunate enough to provide a nice Christmas for their children. Our goal is to put a smile on a child’s face on Christmas morning, and, with the help of the community, we can make it happen.
Rules For Families Receiving Gifts
• No kids are allowed to attend on the day of the event.
• The Fire Department will supply one bag per customer or family.
• There will be no re-entry to the facility.
Anyone who would like to donate items to this bazaar can bring the items to the Fire Station on Rt. 22 on Monday evenings between 6:30 and 9 pm or contact John Lettre 686-9141 or Alan Bornt at 378-4538. If necessary, the Fire Department will pick up your items at your home.