by Alex Brooks
On Monday, January 6, the Grafton Town Board held its annual organizational meeting at 6:30 pm in the Town Hall. Most of the appointments passed with little or no comment.
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Stephentown Volunteer Fire Department Installation Dinner
by David Flint
The Fire Hall, sporting a new grand entry way, fresh paint on the walls and gaily decorated in red white and blue, was ready Saturday night for the Stephentown Volunteer Fire Department’s 2014 Installation Dinner. Christopher Headley in his “President’s Minute” pointed out other improvements that had been made in a $60,000 renovation. [Read more…] about Stephentown Volunteer Fire Department Installation Dinner
Not Too Cold For Snow Shoveling
The Hoosick Barn Quilt Project Is About To Begin
Get In On The Action January 25 At The Armory
submitted by Deb Alter
The Hoosick Barn Quilt Project begins its first phase, building the frames on which the quilt designs will be painted, on two Saturdays, January 25 and February 15, starting at 9 am at The Armory. The Hoosick Barn Quilt Project is a big, fun and important one for our community. [Read more…] about The Hoosick Barn Quilt Project Is About To Begin
American Pickers Were Here
by Bea Peterson
When a new season of the American Pickers television show begins on the History Channel this month area people may be surprised at some point to learn they were in the Hoosick area this summer. No date or location have been announced. Fans should stay tuned…
Rensselaer County Legislature Organizes For 2014
submitted by Rich Crist, Majority Legislative Liaison
The Rensselaer County Legislature held its organizational meeting for the new 2014-2017 term on Thursday, welcoming three new legislators and electing officers to preside over the lawmaking body.
The Legislature voted to re-elect Martin Reid as Chairman, Stan Brownell, who represents the towns of Stephentown, Berlin, Petersburgh, Grafton, Hoosick and the Village of Hoosick Falls, as Vice Chairman, Phil Danaher as Vice Chairman for Finance, Ken Herrington as Majority Leader and Peter Grimm as Minority Leader. Each served in those positions during the 2010-2013 legislative term.
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Girl Scouts Support Food And Reading Programs In Hoosick Falls
submitted by Joyce Brewer
The Girl Scouts of Hoosick Falls have been very busy this fall continuing the community service theme of Helping Our Neighbors.
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The Stephentown Memorial Library Presents How To Use A Tablet
On Monday, January 13, at 6:30 pm at the Stephentown Memorial Library there will be a program on learning the basics of how to use a tablet. Have your questions answered by a computer expert. Instruction will cover Android® and iPads®. This class will cover downloading and managing apps and the differences between the Apple and Google® ecosystems. Instructor Nathan Hans will also share tips and tricks he has found. Please register at the front desk or by calling SML at 733-5750.
For more information, call the Stephentown Memorial Library at 733-5750. Check our website,www.stephentownlibrary.org for regular updates. We are on Facebook®. Add us to your friend list for up to the minute news.
Hoosick Grange News
Hoosick Grange had its Christmas meeting on December 11. The Mennonite Singers came on strong. We had around 100 singers and Grangers. They sang the traditional Christmas songs like “Silent Night,” “Hark the Herald Angels Sing,” and many more and ended with “We Wish You A Merry Christmas.” Some of the little children sang by themselves. They watched their leaders every command and sang like angels. Marion Hynick thanked them for a wonderful program.
The Grange had lots of delicious refreshments. They had ice cream provided by Stewart’s and punch for everyone. Everyone seemed to enjoy visiting and talking with each other.
Our next meeting was on January 8. It was Hoosick Grange’s 106th Anniversary/Birthday. Grangers brought goodies.
Petersburgh Rod & Gun Club Ice Fishing Derby
submitted by L. Jensen
The Petersburgh Rod & Gun Club will be holding its 3rd Annual Ice Fishing Derby on February 1 at Dyken Pond. Parking is available at the Dyken Pond Educational Center.
The Fishing Derby runs from 6 am to 3 pm. You may register starting at 5 am at the dam or you may register at one of our sponsors. Our sponsors are Papa’s Pizza, Rt.2 Petersburgh, Hewitt’s Market, Elm Street, Berlin, or Vonadeau Wine & Spirits, South Main Street, Berlin.
Prizes will be awarded for perch, pickerel and walleye. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for youth (12 and under). Youth is a separate division. Cash prizes are based on the number of entries. For more information, please call 518-207-7518 Good Luck!