Rachel Barnum, daughter of Amy and Brian Barnum, of Stephentown has been chosen by Berlin High School to attend the Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership Seminar this summer at RPI in Troy. Each school in New York sends an outstanding candidate from the sophomore class to attend the Leadership Seminar to represent their high school.
For more than five decades, HOBY has proven to be an education, life-changing experience that provides leadership development skills with a strong focus on community service. Last year, approximately 9,000 of the brightest high school sophomores from across the United States participated in HOBY.
HFCS Winter Concerts
The Hoosick Falls Central School Music Department will present its annual Winter Concerts on Thursday, December 6, and Thursday, December 13. Both concerts begin at 7 pm, and both are free to the public. All groups will be performing a variety of music, including selections for the holiday season.
The first concert will feature the Elementary Band directed by Bill Brown, the Junior Chorus directed by Ambigay Yudkoff and the Concert Band and Symphonic Band directed by Robert Allen. It will also feature additional vocal performances by some of Yudkoff’s choral students.
The second concert, on the following Thursday, December 13, will involve the Elementary Chorus conducted by Ray Connolly, the Junior Band conducted by Robert Allen, the Senior Chorus conducted by Ambigay Yudkoff and the Jazz Band conducted by Bill Brown.
HFCS Boys JV Basketball Continues Winning Streak
by Ben Gaines
The Panthers’ JV Boys Basketball squad is continuing its 18-0 streak from last season under Coach Chris Fleming with a 59-28 win over Argyle. Mark Hackett (#32) and Justin Gaines (#11), return players on the squad from last season, took the reins and drove the team to the win.
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HFCS PTA December Family Movie Nights
Hoosick Falls Central School PTA announces its December family night film series co-sponsored with the Hoosick Federal Credit Union. Here is an opportunity for families to enjoy an outing free of charge. The first movie scheduled is “Arthur Christmas” on Friday, December 14, at 6 pm in the Elementary School Cafeteria. Doors open at 5:30 pm, and drinks, popcorn and pizza will be for sale with the proceeds going to the Hoosick Falls PTA. This movie night has a “Drive-In” theme, where you take along a comfy blanket or favorite chair to sit in.
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Fourth Annual Hall-A-Palooza Membership Drive
The Polish Hall in Hoosick Falls will host its Fourth Annual “Hall-a-Palooza” membership drive on the weekend of Friday, December 7, through Sunday, December 9.
On Friday the Polish Hall will offer two dozen mahogany clams for $5 and cheese or pepperoni pizza, from Henderson’s, for $8 served from 5:30 to 8 pm.
On Saturday the Hall will feature a pot luck dinner beginning at 5 pm with dj “dan james” from 6 to 10 pm.
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Lebanon Valley Farmers Market Annual Holiday Market
Lebanon Valley Farmers Market will host its annual Holiday Market on Sunday, December 9, from 10 am to 2 pm. Look for us inside at the Midtown Mall on Rtes. 20/22 ¼ mile north of the yellow blinking light at the intersection of Routes 20/22 in New Lebanon.
The market will have an array of produce, meats, baked goods, eggs, jams and jellies and will feature the crafts of local artisans – jewelry, beeswax candles, soap, silk scarves, wooden birdhouses and more. Live music will be performed by Divinitress and The Peters Brothers. Santa will make a special appearance at 12:30 pm.
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St. Mary’s Academy Presents The Swing Docs
Cure the winter blues or whatever’s ailing you! The Swing Docs have the prescription for entertainment as they deliver a dose of big band, swing, Latin, rock and holiday selections. The annual event will also feature light fare and a silent auction to start your holiday shopping early.
The event will be held on Saturday, December 8, in the St. Mary’s Academy gym. Doors open at 6 pm, and entertainment begins at 7 pm. Tickets are on sale now for $25 each. Please contact Pat Hayes at 518-686-4314 for reservations.
New Location For Town Of Hoosick Lions Club Holiday Tree Sale
Our annual Christmas Tree Sale is now at a new location. Tree sale this year is on Route 22 near McDonald’s at the old Getty gas station. On Saturday, December 8, at 9 am come buy your beautiful, freshly cut holiday tree to support the Town of Hoosick Lions Club. Heading north on Rt. 22, we are on the right side of the road in sight of McDonald’s. Come quickly, as we sell out all our trees so fast! Boughs for decorating will be available.
If you have used eye glasses or hearing aids, we will be glad to collect them on this date. They will be given a second life for those in need.
The Stephentown Heritage Center Closed For December
The Stephentown Historical Society has announced that the Stephentown Heritage Center will be closed during the month of December. If someone is in need of genealogical or any other information during that time, they may call for a personal appointment with either Bill Zimmerman at 518-794-8430 or Bev McClave at 518-733-5170.
A Festival Of Trees In Grafton
A Festival of Trees is on display in Grafton at the Everett Wagar Senior Center. The “festival” is open to the public and trees will be on view Monday to Friday from 9 am to 3 pm through December 21.
Several organizations and individuals have entered trees decorated by theme. Groups, businesses, churches, organizations, families, individuals and children have been invited and encouraged to enter a tree. Cash prizes will be awarded by category of entries.
Tree Open House
On Sunday, December 16, there will be an open house from 10 am to 2 pm to view the trees, and refreshments will be served. Families are encouraged to stop in and bring their children.