Pie Á La Mode Café
The Friends of the Berlin Library will be holding their 4th annual Pie a la Mode Café on the Library’s lawn during the parade on July 5. Coffee, muffins, pie (with or without Stewart’s ice cream) and cones will be for sale. Please stop and enjoy our home baked goodies while enjoying the parade with your friends.
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Teens & Tweens – Volunteer At SML This Summer And Make A Difference
The Stephentown Memorial Library is looking for teens and tweens who are interested in working 2 to 4 hours per week on a variety of interesting projects this summer. Projects will include website development, grant research, art projects, landscaping, program planning and more. Please stop by the Library to fill out an application or send a letter of interest to Laurenne Teachout, Library Director, at step1@uhls.lib.ny.us.
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Group Baton Lessons
The Hoosick Area Youth Center & Community Coalition (HAYC3) is pleased to offer group baton lessons this summer. This fun activity improves coordination and physical fitness, while building teamwork skills and self-confidence.
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New Lebanon Library Phase Two Construction Completed
The Board of Trustees of the New Lebanon Library are pleased to announce the completion of Phase Two of the building improvement project. Many patrons have already used the new community room, which is the centerpiece of Phase Two. [Read more…] about New Lebanon Library Phase Two Construction Completed
Joy Schillinger Graduates Cum Laude
Joy Schillinger graduated Cum Laude from Roberts Wesleyan College in Rochester, NY, on May 8 earning a BA in Visual Art Education. [Read more…] about Joy Schillinger Graduates Cum Laude
Baseball Camp
The “Good Old Country Hardball” Baseball Camp will once again be held at the Hoosick Little League Fields for those entering grades 3-8. The camp dates are July 5 through July 8, and the day runs from 9 am to 3 pm. Camp brochures can be picked up at the Hoosick Little League Field snack bar or by calling Camp Director Mike Lilac at 686-7321 or 686- 4320.
Hoosier Basketball Camp
The Hoosier Basketball Camp will again be sponsored by the Town of Hoosick for boys and girls entering grades 3-8. Camp dates are June 28 through July 1, and each day runs from 9 am to 3 pm. Camp brochures can be picked up at the Town Office in the Armory or by calling Camp Director Mike Lilac at 686-7321 or 686-4320.
PVMCC News – June 25
The Music and Art Café Night will feature ace guitarist Mike McMann on Friday, June 25. He is a versatile musician who has been noted as “one of the finest guitar players to hail from New York’s Capital Region.” Mike is a veteran of classic rock, alternative rock, bluegrass and original songs. Show times are 7 and 9 pm. The cost is $5 per person, $8 per couple and $10 for a family. Desserts and non-alcohol beverages will be available.
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LeBarron Family Reunion
The 78th Annual LeBarron Family Reunion will be held at Washington County Park’s Lake Lauderdale on Rt. 22 in the Town of Jackson on Sunday, July 18.
Lunch will be served at 12:30 pm sharp. A meeting will be held prior to lunch. Bring a meat to grill and a covered dish (hot or cold), the size of your family to share. Beverage will be provided. Bring photos and other memorabilia to share. Admission is two dollars per person (children under 6 years of age enter free). This includes swimming with a lifeguard on duty all day. There is an entrance fee of $1 per car.
Junior Naturalist Programs For Kids
The Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center will hold a Junior Naturalist Series this summer for kids ages 2 through 10. The first of the series is on Frogs and Salamanders and will be held on Saturday, June 26, from 10 am until noon. Second in the series is Bountiful Bugs held on Thursday, July 1. Each program in the series will focus on a new topic and include an activity and a craft. The fee is $3 per child or $6 per family. Programs are held rain or shine. Pre-registration is encouraged to help with planning, but not required and can be done by contacting the Center at dykenpond@fairpoint.net or at 658-2055.
Dyken Pond Center is a Rensselaer County Park open daily during daylight hours for hiking, fishing and non-motor boating. Call 658-2055 for directions and a complete schedule of our summer events.