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Official Kentucky Derby Collectibles And A Day At The Races In Saratoga To Be Auctioned At Fundraiser

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submitted by Marilyn Douglas
Adding to the exciting program of the Pre-Kentucky Derby Celebration on Friday, May 4, will be the featured “Run for the Roses Auction of Derby Collectibles” with gate time at 8 pm. [Read more…] about Official Kentucky Derby Collectibles And A Day At The Races In Saratoga To Be Auctioned At Fundraiser

American Legion Prepares For Memorial Day

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submitted by Walter Zwinge
A banquet was held at the Holiday Inn Banquet hall for the American Legion National Commander Fang A. Wong, a United States Military Veteran who served during the Vietnam War era. There were around one thousand Veterans, all American Legion Legionnaires, in attendance. A sirloin beef dinner with all the trimmings was enjoyed by all.
Hoosick Post 40 is open to new members and will accept all Veterans who have been honorably discharged and have served during a period of war. To apply, contact the Commander, Walter Zwinge, at 518-686-9887.
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Hoosick Grange News

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It was open meeting night at Hoosick Grange on April 25. It was preceded by a covered dish supper that was just delicious with a great variety of foods. After the supper we had a video on the Rutland Corkscrew Railroad. This was the part that ran to Johnsonville and beyond. We had already seen the first part of the video from North Bennington to Chatham. We had people comment on their train experience. We thanked Martha and Don Babbitt for the program.
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HFCS PTA To Host Book Fair Event On May 10

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Hoosick Falls Central School PTA will host a Scholastic Book Fair and Family Night Luau on Thursday, May 10, from 6 to 8 pm with ice cream and popcorn in the elementary cafeteria. The goal of this annual event is to increase literacy among students and raise funds to purchase books for the elementary school library.  Families, teachers and the community are invited to attend the Book Fair for a night of fun for everyone!
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An Evening With Clara Barton

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Come spend an evening with Clara Barton, as portrayed by Phyllis Chapman, at the Stephentown Historical Society meeting on Monday, May 7, at 7:30 pm. Barton will tell of her experiences as a battlefield nurse during the American Civil War and her work after the war. The meeting will be at the Stephentown Heritage Center on Garfield Road, Stephentown. It is free and open to the public. The building is handicapped accessible. For directions or information, phone 518-733-5675.
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Large Collection Of Clothes Offered At Thrift Store

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The Hoosick Falls Thrift Store has a large collection of clothes for all seasons, all ages and all shapes and sizes. And all are priced extremely reasonably. Prices range from $.25 (children’s clothing) to $1 for men’s and women’s tops, pants and skirts and $3 for adult jackets and suits. Or, shoppers can fill a provided shopping bag for $3. Only cash will be accepted for purchases.
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Petersburgh Fire Department Cindy Harrison Memorial Scholarship

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Applications are now being accepted for the Petersburgh Fire Department Cindy Harrison Scholarship from those continuing their education through either college or vocational training. Current or former Berlin graduates who have overcome obstacles and/or struggled through adversity are eligible.
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