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[/private]A fallen birch tree is dotted with polypore mushrooms (Piptoporus betulinus) and dusted with snow in the woods of Petersburgh. Some say this fungus has medicinal qualities. Photo by Trix Niernberger
Local News
Berlin Planning Board Action
Planning Board Approves Transfer Of Family Land At Dyken Pond
By Doug La Rocque
Following a public hearing at which there were no speakers, the Town of Berlin’s Planning Board gave its approval to a sub-division of land owned by Albert Hoffman at 68 Dyken Pond Road. [Read more…] about Berlin Planning Board Action
Band Added To St. Patrick’s Day Parade Lineup
Twenty-fifth Anniversary Parade Looks More Exciting Every Day
The Excelsior Drum and Bugle Corps has joined the list of bands that will be marching in the 25th Annual Hoosick Falls St. Patrick’s Parade March 12, kicking off at 1 pm.
The brass staff for this year includes Jerry Kelsey, Greg Mataruga and Donel Mataruga. The percussion and front ensemble John McFarland, Tim Fountain, and Darien Guy, while the visual and guard staff includes Jason Miller, Donel Mataruga and Ashley White. [Read more…] about Band Added To St. Patrick’s Day Parade Lineup
March Events At The New Lebanon Library
The New Lebanon Library has scheduled these events in March. All of these events are free and will take place at the library, located at 550 State Route 20. For more information, call (518) 794-8844. [Read more…] about March Events At The New Lebanon Library
Book Jeopardy And Other Grafton Library Events
March 12 at noon: Seed Swap: It is the time of year again where many start their seeds to sow in the coming months. Come share some of your favorite seeds and pick up some new ones. Free community program offered at the Grafton Community Library. [Read more…] about Book Jeopardy And Other Grafton Library Events
Much Needed Blanket Warmer Purchased For The Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation
Help From Many Organizations And Individuals Made It Possible
submitted by Christa Caron
One of the goals that the Auxiliary volunteers at the Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation at Hoosick Falls hoped to meet for 2016 has been achieved. A blanket warmer, which will warm up to 25 blankets at a time, has been purchased at a cost of $4,789. The auxiliary wishes to thank all donors for their support in this endeavor. [Read more…] about Much Needed Blanket Warmer Purchased For The Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation
Membership Drive, Raffle, And Events At The Berlin Library
This is a great time to visit the Berlin Free Town Library. In the month of March, the Library is holding a Membership Drive along with a Raffle. Become a member from March 1 to 31 and you will get a library card and one free raffle ticket to win an Amazon Fire 7” Tablet. [Read more…] about Membership Drive, Raffle, And Events At The Berlin Library
Petersburgh Library Events
The Petersburgh Public Library invites everyone to come and learn about the Korean War from John Parkinson on Wednesday, March 16 at 7 pm. Parkinson is one of the people featured in the book “Devotion: an epic story of heroism, friendship, and sacrifice” by Adam Makos. Copies of the book are available at the library if you would like to read the book before the program. [Read more…] about Petersburgh Library Events
Bill Gaillard Organ Concert At Proctors
submitted by Bill Gaillard
The theater organ was developed to accompany silent movies. With the advent of talking picture there became less need for such an instrument. Interest in these small to very large instruments lessened until the advent of Hi-Fi in the early fifties and the performances at Radio City Music hall and other venues. [Read more…] about Bill Gaillard Organ Concert At Proctors
Learning How To Make Maple Syrup At Grafton Lakes State Park
By Doug La Rocque
The ins and outs of maple sugaring filled the classroom at the Park Office Saturday, as Park Naturalist Liz Wagner took children and adults through all the steps of making your own maple syrup at home. The afternoon started with a short classroom presentation, then outside to learn to identify a sugar maple tree by its bark, branches and leaves. Once found, picking the best spots and side of the tree, usually the south side because that is the sunniest. [Read more…] about Learning How To Make Maple Syrup At Grafton Lakes State Park