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Berlin Republican Wood Raffle Winner

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After the Fourth of July Parade in Berlin, the Berlin Republican Committee drew the winner of their Raffle of a truckload of log length firewood. The winner was Rebecca Bowen of Berlin. She does not burn firewood but has given the load to her brother.
We would like to thank everyone who participated in the raffle and especially Jim Winn who donated the wood and Bob Anders who provided the trucking.

Hoosick Democrat Party To Host Giffy’s Chicken BBQ

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The Town of Hoosick Democratic party will be hosting its annual chicken barbecue provided by Giffy’s BBQ from 5 to 8 pm at The Polish Hall on Thursday, July 28. Everyone is invited to come and enjoy some delicious slow cooked chicken with baked potato, coleslaw, dessert and cold beverages. Tickets are on sale at Thorpe’s Pharmacy from Jim Monahan, or you can call Kevin O’Malley at 686-9460,  Marilyn Douglas at 686-9707, Maggie Casey at 686-7367, Pat Hayes at 205-5104 or Bob Ryan at 686-4857. Tickets will also be sold at the door. Tickets cost $12.

Grafton VFD Breakfast

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The Grafton Volunteer Fire Department along with the Grafton Ladies Auxiliary will be holding an All You Can Eat Buffet Breakfast on Saturday, July 30, from 8 to 11 am at the Grafton VFW – Fire Hall on South Road (County Route 85). Belgian waffles, pancakes, French toast, eggs (made to order), sausage gravy & biscuits, bacon, sausage, home fries, toast, orange juice, coffee and milk are on the menu. The cost is $8 per adult, $4 for kids 5-12 and free for kids under five.  We look forward to serving you!

Crawly Critters At The New Lebanon Library

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Rhonda Leavitt of Rhonda’s Reptiles will present animal education using live reptiles on Tuesday, August 2, at 1 pm at the New Lebanon Library. Leavitt’s reptiles include an iguana, bearded dragon, boa constrictor, Burmese python and American alligator. The program is oriented towards children, although people of all ages are welcome.
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County Veterans Hall Seeks Donations For Flag Poles

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The Schaghticoke Fair Fundraising Committee is currently converting a section of the Freihofer’s Building into a Veterans Hall. We are seeking donations to purchase three additional flag poles to place in front of the current Friehofer’s Building at the Fair for a total of six, one for each branch of the service and one for the American flag. We have funds for three.
We also need to purchase binders, page protectors, frames, etc. to display information on our Rensselaer County Veterans. This project has just gotten under way and with interest from the community will hopefully go forward. Also, any military information or pictures, etc. would be appreciated and could be copied or photographed from the originals.
For more information contact Jody Luskin at 518-663-8156 or Kim Micklas at 518-663-9970.

Make Math Work For You! Free Basic Math Class For Adults

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If you are looking to sharpen your basic math skills or you are considering beginning your higher education and need a math refresher, “Applied Math for Adults,” can help.
This free, six week, non-credit course will be offered beginning July 26 at Averill Park High School. Classes will run from 6 to 9 pm Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
The course will provide a real world problem solving approach to basic math concepts like algebra, fractions and percentages. Students will work to gain more confidence in using math to help them with a variety of tasks. The course can also provide some confidence to those who are considering entering a technical field and need some help with their math skills.
For more information or to register, call Jamie Dreimiller at 518-629-7453 or email j.dreimiller@hvcc.edu.

Shakespeare’s As You Like It At Wood Park In Hoosick Falls

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Shakespeare’s pastoral comedy As You Like It is the Theatre Company at Hubbard Hall’s (TCHH) annual free summer Shakespeare touring production to area parks and historical sites in upstate New York and southern Vermont this year.  The live outdoor production, directed by TCHH’s new Artistic Director John Hadden, will tour the region from July 22 through July 31. The performances, which begin nightly at 7 pm, are free and open to the public. Tickets are not required for this show, which will be performed on Sunday, July 24, in Wood Park, Hoosick Falls
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