Partnering with the New York State Parks, the Hoosic Rivershed Watershed Association (HooRWA) is offering an opportunity to experience the history of this pivotal site, [Read more…] about New York State Parks And HooRWA Present Historic Interpretation At The Bennington Battlefield
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Circus In Berlin: The Big Top Is Coming To Town!
The Kelly Miller Brothers Circus is returning to Berlin after several years’ hiatus. The all new 2015 season features tigers, an elephant, zebras, llamas, camels and a host of international circus stars from all over the world. [Read more…] about Circus In Berlin: The Big Top Is Coming To Town!
Sensitive Ferns In Petersburgh Woods
The Wizard Of Oz Comes To Petersburgh!
On Tuesday, June 30 at 7 pm everyone is invited to a very special program. Join The Puppet People as they follow the yellow brick road to The Emerald City and beyond in the magical Land of Oz and bring to life this literary classic! See Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion learn about home, courage, heart and smarts! [Read more…] about The Wizard Of Oz Comes To Petersburgh!
Petersburgh Names Craig Surprise As Acting Building Inspector
Names Peggy Cottrell As Volunteer Parks and Recreation Head
by Alex Brooks
The Petersburgh Town Board hired its Assessor, Craig Surprise, as acting building inspector at an emergency meeting on May 29. Supervisor Krahforst said at this week’s Petersburgh Town Board meeting that an attorney from the Association of Towns had assured him that there is no problem with having the same person be your Assessor and your Building Inspector/CEO. [Read more…] about Petersburgh Names Craig Surprise As Acting Building Inspector
The Wizard of Oz Comes To Petersburgh!
On Tuesday, June 30 at 7 pm everyone is invited to a very special program. Join The Puppet People as they follow the yellow brick road to The Emerald City and beyond in the magical Land of Oz and bring to life this literary classic! See Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion learn about home, courage, heart and smarts! This puppet fantasy features marionettes, shadow puppets, rod puppets, a large parade puppet and more! This program will be held at the Petersburgh Veterans Community Center.
Sign-up has begun for the summer reading program. Everyone is invited to join in reading and programs throughout the summer months. There are only 3 programs which require advance sign-up. On Thursday, July 9 from 3 to 5 pm, youth in grades 6-12 are invited to a “Painting Party”. All materials will be provided and when completed the youth will have a beautiful canvas painting to take home.
There will also be two Pinch Pots Pottery programs for which sign-up is required. The first will be for children age 8 through grade 6 which will be held at 10:30 am on Tuesday, June 30 and July 14. The second is for grade 7 through adults and will be held on Tuesday, June 21 and 28. Both programs require attendance at both sessions to complete projects to be taken home by participants. Please stop by the library or call 658-2927 to sign-up for the programs since space is limited.
Petersburgh Republicans Hold Caucus
by Alex Brooks
The Petersburgh Republican Party held its caucus recently and named its slate of candidates for the fall election. Peter Schaaphok, who has had a long career in Town politics and has served many years as Supervisor, will be the candidate for Supervisor. [Read more…] about Petersburgh Republicans Hold Caucus
Famous Grazing, Holistic Planning Expert To Visit Eastern New York And Provide Insight To Farmers
On July 2, the Winter Green-up Committee, Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County and Black Queen Angus Farm, LLC will host a presentation and pasture walk by famed grazier and Holistic Planning expert, Ian Mitchell-Innes.
Ian Mitchell-Innes is a South African who began high stock density grazing on his operation many years ago in an effort to take his farm into both financial profitability and ecological enhancement. [Read more…] about Famous Grazing, Holistic Planning Expert To Visit Eastern New York And Provide Insight To Farmers
Join Us For The Berlin July 4th Parade
The Berlin July 4th Parade Committee invites you to tell your Tall Tales with a float in the 2015 parade which kicks off at 11 am on Saturday, July 4th. Tell everyone your tallest tale and maybe even win a cash prize for doing so. There is no entry fee. The Grand Prize float is awarded $125. Other float award categories are Best in Theme, Funniest and Prettiest, with prizes ranging up to $100. [Read more…] about Join Us For The Berlin July 4th Parade
Letter To The Editor
To the Editor:
The flower beds at the Petersburgh Town Hall, Veterans’ Hall, and Library have more interesting and beautiful perennials this year thanks to Ruth Sutton of Elhannon Nursery in Petersburgh. Ruth donated plants as a thanks to the community for supporting her nursery. [Read more…] about Letter To The Editor