Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County is pleased to announce the 2015 4-H Teen Council Scholarship Recipients. The 4-H Teen Council Scholarship is a very special award. There is an extensive application which includes the candidates’ 4-H experiences and accomplishments on local, county, state, and national levels and how these experiences relate to their personal development. Additionally, a narrative is required in which applicants explain educational goals and how 4-H has prepared them to achieve these goals. We would like to congratulate the following recipients. [Read more…] about 4-H Teen Council Scholarships
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Shaker Museum At Mount Lebanon Open For The Season
The Shaker Museum at Mount Lebanon is open for the season. Until October 19, hours are 10 am to 4 pm Fridays through Mondays. The Museum offers tours, programs, and exhibitions. Mount Lebanon was the leading Shaker society in America from its founding in 1787 through its closing in 1947. [Read more…] about Shaker Museum At Mount Lebanon Open For The Season
HFCS Class Of 1970 45th Reunion
On Saturday, August 8 at 12 noon, the Hoosick Falls Central School Class of 1970 is holding their 45th class reunion. All class members are encouraged to attend this year’s reunion which is being held at the home of Scott & Terry Areson at 56 White Creek Road in Eagle Bridge, NY. [Read more…] about HFCS Class Of 1970 45th Reunion
Parade Participants Wanted For Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home
It is no secret that those who served during the Vietnam era didn’t receive a proper welcome home when they returned from war. Many were told to remove their uniforms before going to the airport so they would not be recognized as soldiers upon their return to the U.S. Some of our very own were insulted and spit upon instead of being treated as heroes. [Read more…] about Parade Participants Wanted For Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home
Popular Agatha Christie Play At The Theater Barn
Agatha Christie’s A Murder is Announced opened at The Theater Barn, 654 Route 20, New Lebanon, NY on July 9 for a three week run through Sunday, July 26. The Christie murder mystery has become an annual tradition at The Barn and this one is sure to please her most ardent fans. [Read more…] about Popular Agatha Christie Play At The Theater Barn
SNYFGP At Stephentown Library
Stop NY Fracked Gas Pipeline (SNYFGP) will be at Stephentown Memorial Library’s annual book fair this Saturday, July 18 from 9 am until 3 pm.
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Stephentown Library News
The annual Stephentown Library Book Festival will be held Saturday, July 18 from 9 am to 3 pm. The event will happen rain or shine; most books are inside.
In addition to our usual splendid assortment of books, DVDs, [Read more…] about Stephentown Library News
TVSC U19 Boys Wrap Season In Second Place With Winning Record
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The Taconic Valley Soccer Club’s U19 Boys, coached by Aaron and Shawn Willis, have wrapped up their spring season with an overall record of five wins, four ties, and three losses. This was a [Read more…] about TVSC U19 Boys Wrap Season In Second Place With Winning Record
Art Is All Around Us Photography Workshop in Grafton
You have the tools to make great art! All you need is any kind of digital camera, or your cell phone camera, and a keen eye. Learn the tricks of setting up lighting, experimenting with angles, and more to get that perfect image.
The Grafton Community Library is sponsoring [Read more…] about Art Is All Around Us Photography Workshop in Grafton
Read Books, Win Prizes At The Petersburgh Public Library
The Petersburgh Public Library invites everyone to read this summer, books, electronic books, audio books, they all count as books. From young children to adults everyone is invited to join the fun. Each child and young adult who signs up will receive a free book to take home and keep, and a bag to carry their books back and forth to the library. If they complete the reading requirements there will be a celebration with prizes on August 12. [Read more…] about Read Books, Win Prizes At The Petersburgh Public Library