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Famous Grazing, Holistic Planning Expert To Visit Eastern New York And Provide Insight To Farmers

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On July 2, the Winter Green-up Committee, Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County and Black Queen Angus Farm, LLC will host a presentation and pasture walk by famed grazier and Holistic Planning expert, Ian Mitchell-Innes.

Ian Mitchell-Innes is a South African who began high stock density grazing on his operation many years ago in an effort to take his farm into both financial profitability and ecological enhancement. [Read more…] about Famous Grazing, Holistic Planning Expert To Visit Eastern New York And Provide Insight To Farmers

Join Us For The Berlin July 4th Parade

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The Berlin July 4th Parade Committee invites you to tell your Tall Tales with a float in the 2015 parade which kicks off at 11 am on Saturday, July 4th. Tell everyone your tallest tale and maybe even win a cash prize for doing so. There is no entry fee. The Grand Prize float is awarded $125. Other float award categories are Best in Theme, Funniest and Prettiest, with prizes ranging up to $100. [Read more…] about Join Us For The Berlin July 4th Parade

Berlin’s Celebrates Independence Day With July Fourth Parade; 2015 Theme Is “Tall Tales”

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Berlin’s 2015 July 4th Parade will be held on Saturday, July 4, at 11 am. This year, in celebration of Independence Day, the committee has chosen the theme “Tall Tales”. The float prize categories this year are: Grand Prize: $125, Theme Prize: First Place-$75, Second Place-$50; Funniest: First Place-$75, Second Place-$50; Prettiest: First Place-$75, Second Place-$50.

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All Are Invited To “Bernie Sanders For President” Open House

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A “Bernie Sanders for President” open house on Wednesday, June 10 from 6:30 to 8 pm at the New Lebanon Town Hall at 14755 Route 22 North, New Lebanon, NY.

This event is sponsored by Progressive Democrats of America (PDA), and is to rally interest from people to become actively involved in Sanders’ campaign.  We will be showing a few short videos with Bernie speaking and then we’ll Skype with Mike Fox, an organizer for PDA in Florida.  Refreshments will be served. All are welcome!

Letter To The Editor- Flags

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Dear Berlin Residents and Business Owners,

In past years, the Town of Berlin has purchased American flags to be displayed throughout the Town. However, in an effort to lessen the tax increase for 2015, this item was removed from our budget. This year, we are asking for donations to purchase these flags.

Thirty flags are required to replace the flags that are now in disrepair. Flags will be displayed every year from Memorial Day through July 4th until they are no longer serviceable (about three years).

Please know that your donation of $30 will purchase an American flag, pole and bracket and help demonstrate the pride of Berlin, its businesses, and residents. Your tax deductible donation will be acknowledged in the Eastwick Press as well as at our July Board Meeting.

Please make checks payable to the Town of Berlin Flag Fund.

Thank you for your consideration.

Respectfully,

Tara Fisher

Deputy Supervisor/Town Council

June 2015

“Cultivate A Cure” At Relay For Life

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“Cultivate a Cure” will be the theme of the Berlin Bears Team campsite at the upcoming Relay for Life to benefit the American Cancer Society. The June 19-20 event, held at Mt. Anthony HS, has the overall theme Garden of Hope. The festivities begin with a survivor reception at 4 pm, followed by the Opening Ceremony and survivor lap at 6 pm. At 9 pm, thousands of luminaries will encircle the track representing the memory of those who have died from cancer and representing hope for those battling the disease.

Team captain Dianne Mosher invites you to contact her if you are interested in sponsoring luminaria ($5 each), being part of the team, make a donation or if you need more information. You can reach Dianne at 658-2453 or nymoo@yahoo.com.

Note: please join the Bears at their campsite at 6 pm to celebrate Dianne’s recent successful cancer surgery!

Poestenkill Historical Society Presents Concert-On-The-Green

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The Poestenkill Historical Society’s annual Concert-on-the-Green will be held on Tuesday, June 23 at 6:45 pm on Poestenkill’s Town Green (Library lawn).  The Whippersnappers will be playing multi-musical instruments with foot stomping, ripsnorting music and songs of the 1920’s and 1930’s.  These gentleman have played together for 30 years.  Get ready to sit back, enjoy, swing, sway, tap toes, sing along, clap hands and have fun!  All of our programs are free and the public is welcome.  Bring your own lawn chair/blanket, sit back, enjoy.  Free refreshments will also be provided and in the case of inclement weather the venue will be located in the meeting room downstairs in the Town Hall.

Brunswick Library Events

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Story Hour: Thursday at 10:30 am and Saturday at 11

Crafternoon: Every other Wednesday at 4:30 pm.

Ages 5-10 make a simple craft at the library to take home

Adult Yoga – Wednesdays, 2:30 to 3:30 pm

Join this friendly drop in yoga group!  Please bring your own mat. This is a free class with a suggested donation of $1 to $5 dollars

Garden Day Sale – June 6, 9 am to 1 pm

Come for a plethora of plants, local vendors, baked goods and raffles

T/ween Book Club – June 12 at 3 pm

Ages 11+ come to the library after school for a fun book discussion about all things John Green.  We will make fun key chains and DFTBA bracelets.  Did we mention there will be free pizza?

Red Cross Babysitting Course – June 13 at 10:30 am Ages 10+

Call the library for more information or to register your child

Monthly Cook-Off – June 22 at 6 pm

Make your favorite Summer Salad (potato, macaroni, pasta) and bring it to the library for our monthly cook off!

Summer Reading Kick Off – June 26, 4 to 6 pm

Register your kids for the library’s summer reading program and get a free ice cream sundae!  We will also be making superhero capes!