submitted by Lori Kempf
The Cystic Fibrosis Great Strides Walk at Grafton Lakes State Park is scheduled for May 22. Check-in will be at 11 and the walk at noon.
The Kempf family walks for their son Mathew on a team called “Hoops for Mat.” All are welcome to join in the walk and anyone requesting more information or wishing to donate can call 518-573-9790.
Dennis FaFard
Berlin–Dennis J. FaFard, 90, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2016 surrounded by his loving family.
Dennis was born in St. Eugene, Quebec, Canada, a son of the late Alexander and Alice FaFard. He honorably and valiantly served his country in the United States Army and his duty was as a weather observer in Alaska where he would make, record and evaluate data on atmospheric elements. [Read more…] about Dennis FaFard
Stanley Pettibone
Berlin – Stanley Jon Pettibone Sr., 62 passed away on Thursday May 5, at the Albany Medical Center in Albany, New York. He resided in Berlin New York. He was predeceased by the love of his life Deborah J. (Stark) Pettibone. [Read more…] about Stanley Pettibone
David Reed To Perform At New Lebanon Library
Renowned Berkshire musician David Reed will perform at New Lebanon Library on Friday, May 13 at 6:30 pm. The event, which is oriented towards teens and adults, is free and open to the public although donations for the performer are appreciated. [Read more…] about David Reed To Perform At New Lebanon Library
Look Out For Flying Marshmallows!
The third and fourth grade classes at St. Mary’s Academy in Hoosick Falls, NY, created catapults to launch regular-sized marshmallows as the culmination of their science unit on forces and motion and simple machines this spring. [Read more…] about Look Out For Flying Marshmallows!
Girls Scouts Have A Successful Cookie Season
The Hoosick Falls Girl Scouts want to thank everyone who purchased cookies this year. Thanks to you, 12,516 boxes were sold. [Read more…] about Girls Scouts Have A Successful Cookie Season
Sigot Wins First Annual Kings And Queens Of The Community Award
Sarah Sigot, a senior at Hoosick Falls Central School, is one of twelve Capital District students selected to receive the first annual Kings and Queens of the Community award. Recipients were selected based on academic success and community service. Sarah has been an honor student throughout her high school career. [Read more…] about Sigot Wins First Annual Kings And Queens Of The Community Award
What’s Happening At Stephentown Memorial Library?
submitted by Laurenne Teachout
Web School at SML – Computer Classes – Mondays at 5:30 pm. RSVP to reserve a space – 518-733-5750. Taught by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County.
May 23: Finding Facts Online – Need to brush up on some trivia, or swiftly win an argument? Get some tips for quickly finding facts and figures using the Internet. Featuring: Wikipedia, Google, and the Internet Movie Database. [Read more…] about What’s Happening At Stephentown Memorial Library?
Isabel M. McGuire Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society Inducts 14 New Members
Members of the Isabel M. McGuire National Junior Honor Society chapter at Hoosick Falls Central School welcomed fourteen new members at an induction ceremony held May 5th. This was the second annual induction ceremony for the NJHS at Hoosick Falls Central School. [Read more…] about Isabel M. McGuire Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society Inducts 14 New Members
Jack Empie And Friends Will Perform May 21 In Petersburgh
The PVMCC’s Music And Art Cafe will host Jack Empie and Friends on Saturday, May 21 at 7 pm.
There will be a Potluck Dinner at 5:30 pm, and the performance will be at 7 pm. [Read more…] about Jack Empie And Friends Will Perform May 21 In Petersburgh