Sydney Rose Davey announces the birth of her brother Andrew Lewis Davey on August 23, 2010. Drew weighed in at 6 lbs. 14oz and was 19¼ inches long. [Read more…] about Andrew Lewis Davey Is Born
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Grafton Library Book Discussion Group
The Book Discussion Group of the Grafton Community Library will be reading The Things They Carried by Tim O’Brien. Since it was first published the book has become an unparalleled Vietnam testament, a classic work of American literature and a profound study of men at war that illuminates the capacity, and the limits, of the human heart and soul.
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Cheney Library Book And Bake Sale
The Cheney Library is excited to announce that it will be having a fall book and bake sale on Saturday, October 23, from 8 am to 1 pm at the Library. The Library is located on Classic Street/Route 22 across from the old St. Mary’s building in Hoosick Falls. We will be selling bags of books for $2 each, and we will have a wide variety of selections for you to choose from. We will be offering baked goods and cider for sale to enjoy as you browse our inventory.
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Friends Of GLSP Annual Dinner And Plateau Geology Lecture
The Friends of Grafton Lakes State Park Annual Dinner and Meeting is coming up on Thursday, November 4, at 6 pm at the Grafton Inn on Route 2.
We are fortunate to have David DeSimone, local geologist and adjunct professor at RPI, sharing the topic of “The History and Environmental Geology of the Rensselaer Plateau.” It’s an incredible story that starts over 500 million years ago! The lecture will begin at approximately 7 pm.
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Cemeteries And Mourning Customs In Rensselaer County
The Poestenkill Historical Society will meet at 7 pm (note new time) on October 26, at the Poestenkill Town Hall on Rt. 351. Kathy Sheehan, Registrar and Historian at the Rensselaer County Historical Society, will present a program called “Cemeteries and Mourning Customs in Rensselaer County.”
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New Lebanon Library October Events
Friday, October 15 – Family Movie Night, at 6:30 pm, a free showing of a current film suitable for the whole family. Call for title. Popcorn will be provided.
Saturday, October 16 – Chess Instruction For Kids at 10 am. Players at all ages and levels are welcome.
Thursday, October 21 – Book Discussion And Signing at 7 pm. Author Ed Maurer discusses his book Survive & Escape: One Family Chooses Life, an account of one family’s survival and escape from fascist Europe. Open discussion, book signing and light refreshments follow.
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West Hoosick F.D. Pancake Breakfast
The West Hoosick Fire Department announces an All You Can Eat breakfast at the firehouse on Sunday, October 17, from 7:30 to 11 am. The menu includes pancakes, French toast, eggs, sausage, bacon, toast, juice, coffee, tea and hot chocolate. This is our last breakfast for the year. Thank you for supporting your local volunteers. The firehouse is located on Pine Valley Road near the intersection of County routes 109 and 103. If you have any questions, please call the firehouse at 686-1814.
Pioneer Fish & Game Club Sixth Annual Banquet
submitted by Ed Sukuskas
The Pioneer Fish & Game Club, Inc. held its sixth Annual Banquet and Election of Officers on Sunday, September 19. Elected to office for the coming year were President Ed Sukuskas, Vice President Rodd Post, Treasurer Dick Ogden and Secretary Gary Sargood. Appointed Trustees are Gary Keegan, Ed Sukuskas, Jr. and Don McCabe.
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Hooskip Dairy Farm Tour
On Saturday, October 23, at 1 pm, join the Agricultural Stewardship Association (ASA) and the Rensselaer Land Trust (RLT) for a tour of the 100 cow Hooskip Farm dairy operation run by the McMahon family. This is a wonderful opportunity to see the inner workings of a small, family-owned, dairy farm in an absolutely beautiful landscape. The stunning 716 acre farm straddles the Vermont border at the foot of the Taconics in Petersburgh. [Read more…] about Hooskip Dairy Farm Tour
Dyken Pond October Programs
October 15 – Last day to order bird seed.
October 16 – bird seed pick-up day at Capital Agway in Brunswick; 9 am to 12 pm.
October 17 – Fall Foliage Hike for all ages; leisurely hike on Center trails; 1to 3 pm; free.
October 30 – Map and Compass; the basics of reading topographical maps and using compass to navigate your way off trail. Basic skills will be covered that are useful even if you are using a GPS; 10 am to 2 pm; $10 or $8 for members. Pre-registration is required. Register by contacting the Center at dykenpond@fairpoint.net or 518-658-2055.