Grafton Lakes State Park and the Friends of Grafton Lakes State Park will host the 28th Annual Winter Festival and Ice Fishing Contest on Saturday, January 19. The Winter Fest will feature winter exhibits, vendors, family-friendly and recreational activities. The Winter Fest is free of charge and main events run from 10 am to 4 pm.
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A Festival Of Trees In Grafton
A Festival of Trees is on display in Grafton at the Everett Wagar Senior Center. The “festival” is open to the public and trees will be on view Monday to Friday from 9 am to 3 pm through December 21.
Several organizations and individuals have entered trees decorated by theme. Groups, businesses, churches, organizations, families, individuals and children have been invited and encouraged to enter a tree. Cash prizes will be awarded by category of entries.
Tree Open House
On Sunday, December 16, there will be an open house from 10 am to 2 pm to view the trees, and refreshments will be served. Families are encouraged to stop in and bring their children.
Letters To The Editor – I Apologize
To the Editor:
During the BOE meeting last week I made statements that went against principles that I have been attempting to embrace for many years. The principle is to not let the negative actions of a few overshadow the positive actions of the majority.
My frustration with many of the challenges we face as a [School] Board presently related to the education of the children in this District affected my objectivity to the extent that I let the actions of a few overshadow the many positive actions of the majority.
To the majority of the staff of this District who do their best every day to help and educate the children of this District I apologize. Thanks for all you do!
Sincerely,
John Nash
BCS School Board Member
Letter To The Editor – Put It On The Market
To the editor:
Why is the Berlin Central School District so intent on “selling” the former Grafton Grade School to the Town for $1?
In the opinion of most folks it would make far greater sense to put the property on the market and generate a nice chunk of change for the District, which is forever struggling financially, in spite of the ever increasing, very high per pupil cost to taxpayers for a dwindling student population.
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Grafton Library Book Sale
The Grafton Community Library is having a book sale on Saturday, December 8, from 8 am to 1 pm. Hardcover books will sell for $1, paperback books for 50¢, DVDs for $1 and VHS tapes are free. Stop by to support your local Library by buying books. Please use the rear entrance to the basement.
The Grafton Community Library is located at 2455 NY Route 2. Handicap access is available to the building. For more information on our events, please call 518-279-0580, email the Director, Stephanie Preston, at director@graftoncommunitylibrary.org or visit www.graftoncommunitylibrary.org.
Library hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 3 to 7 pm, Wednesday and Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm.
Grafton VFD And Ladies Auxiliary Breakfast To Benefit Julie Dunteman
The Grafton Volunteer Fire Department along with the Grafton Ladies Auxiliary will be holding an All You Can Eat Buffet Breakfast on Saturday, November 24, from 8 to 11 am at the Grafton VFW – Fire Hall on South Road (County Route 85) to benefit Julie Dunteman.
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 $8 per adult, $4 for kids 12 and under and free for kids five and under.
Julie is an Auxiliary member who underwent a double mastectomy and will be taking chemotherapy. Please come support her.
Grafton Planning Board Action – Two And A Half Men
by Kieron Kramer
What if you called a meeting and nobody came? You’d call it the November Grafton Planning Board meeting and go home to watch television. At least that’s what the four men of the Planning Board said they were going to do. Planning Board Member Owen Grandjean seems partial to the show “Two and a Half Men.”
The Board approved the minutes of the September and October meetings and hearings unanimously. Board Member Arthur Surprise was absent. There was no new business, no old business and no informal discussion. Even Bill Darling wasn’t there. Only three people were in attendance – two were friends and family of the Board, one was a gent who came to meet someone.
Dunn Memorial Bridge Presentation At The Poestenkill Historical Society
The Poestenkill Historical Society will meet on Tuesday, November 27, at 7 pm in the Poestenkill Town Hall (Rte. 351). This November’s program will feature Mark Bodner as guest speaker. Bodner has done much historical research on the Dunn Memorial Bridge, officially known as the Private Parker F. Dunn Memorial Bridge.
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Win Gift Cards At The Grafton Library
Just in time for the holiday season, the Grafton Community Library will raffle a super Holiday Gift Card basket to benefit the Library. The winning ticket will be drawn on Wednesday, December 12, at the Library. Tickets cost one dollar each or six tickets for five dollars.
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Yule Log Tradition At The Dyken Pond Center
Celebrate the outdoors this season by enjoying the annual Yule Log Event at the Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center on Sunday, December 9. Beginning at 1 pm the story of the Yule Log will be shared, followed by a search for the hidden Yule Log. Guests can then enjoy this informal day at the outdoor campfire or make holiday crafts for the season. There will also be a children’s scavenger hunt as well. People of all ages are encouraged to come out, and don’t forget to bring your sleds! Hot chocolate and light snacks will be provided; feel free to bring your own snacks to share.
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