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New Lebanon Central School Memorial Day Assembly

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On Wednesday, May 23, at 9 am, the New Lebanon Jr./Sr. High School will be hosting its second annual Memorial Day Assembly to honor our servicemen and women and all who gave their lives in defense of our country. This year we are proud to welcome Congressman and US Army Veteran Chris Gibson as our featured speaker.
All veterans and current members of any branch of the military are invited to join the American Legion Post #1236 of New Lebanon and the Berkshire Chapter 65 Vietnam Veterans of America in the high school gymnasium as our honored guests. Family and community members are also welcome and encouraged to attend the festivities in memory of our fallen heroes and in celebration of those who serve.

HFCS ADAPT Texas Hold’em

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The Hoosick Falls Central School A.D.A.P.T group is sponsoring a Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament on Saturday, April 28, at the Polish Hall in Hoosick Falls. The buy-in is $35, and prizes will be based on the number of participants. Sign-in begins at 12:30 pm. Come support the after the Prom party for the class of 2013 and have a great time!

NLCS Spanish Students Gain Cultural Experience In NYC

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The New Lebanon eighth grade Spanish class, under the direction of Spanish Teacher Kara Siciliano, went on a field trip to New York City in March. This project was supported by a grant from the New Lebanon Education Foundation, a fund of the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation. The objective of the trip was to raise awareness and understanding about the cultural richness and presence of Hispanic culture as it exists in Harlem.
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Grafton Library Seeks Plant Donations

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On Saturday, May 19, from 8 am to 1 pm, the Grafton Community Library will have a plant sale to benefit the Lillis Bunce Memorial Award. The Library will gladly welcome donations of plants during the week of May 13. Plants may be dropped off at the rear of the building, located at 2455 NY Route 2. Call 658-3422 with any questions about plant donations.

Hoosick Fire Dept. Repeats As Friday National Bowling League Champions

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The Hoosick Fire Department captured its second straight championship in the Friday National League at the Barbecue Recreation this past Sunday with a win over Hathaway Electric in the rolloff. Hathaway Electric won the first of three splits and captured most overall wins for the year while the Hoosick Fire Department earned a shot at the championship by winning both the second and third splits.
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LVPA Pancake Breakfast

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Join family and friends at the New Lebanon Fire House on Rt. 20 in New Lebanon on May 6 from 8 to 12 am for a great pancake breakfast. Pancakes of several varieties, eggs, toast, French toast, bacon, sausage, coffee, tea, juice and real maple syrup will be on the menu. The cost is $7 for adults and $3 for children under 12.