The Prattsville Scoop

By Abby and Gabby

PRATTSVILLE – August set off the summer events season in style. So much to do and so little time and/or energy.

Family and friends sent off Adam Brainard’s retirement in style with a party to send him on his way to a new chapter in his life. Adam officially retired from the Greene County Sheriff Department in July and making sure his family and friends could come up with a mutually convenient time and day for his party, it was finalized on August 3. Congratulations Adam and thank you for your many years in law enforcement and for keeping us safe. Adam already has plans for his retirement – he won’t be just sitting on the sofa. He and his wife Kelly already have a full schedule with their mini farm of assorted and numerous animals. The fauna and fowl assortment changes just about on a monthly bases. Keep busy and stay healthy.

The Joanne Dunphy family, including daughters Jill, Joy and Jodi, and their children and grandchildren, sent off cousin Alexis, Jill’s daughter, with a farewell party at the Conine Field on Saturday. Alexis will be moving to the western part of the United States and good wishes are sent her way.

It is true we never visit the sites nor attend all the events that are right in our own backyard. Case in point – The Gilboa Museum, and our own Zadock Pratt Museum and their attending speeches and exhibits. It was an eye opening experience to attend the Gilboa Museum with family from Pittsford, NY. Nancy Gurley Hodge grew up in Prattsville and with her husband Rick and parents Bob and Ginny, all visited the Gilboa Museum and fossil displays for the first time. The visit fitted in at the end of the afternoon after other activities and it spawned a need of another visit. Janette Reynolds – hello Janette – was our guide and advisor of all things. Thank you Janette, you did a good job. Our thanks also go out to Mr. Juried for his time, talent and treasure for making so much of this display possible. Of course Mother Nature had something to do with the rock fossils and the beginning of the separation of the earth’s mass into the seven continents. You are all encouraged to take some time and visit our friends’ display in Gilboa. Will definitely be making a return visit with extra time for more discoveries.

Still watching the Olympics and why not? You can enjoy the performances and cheer for the USA, sans controversy.

Heard from Connie Lane in Oneonta, our one time Prattsville resident, and ongoing friend. She relayed the news of her granddaughter’s and grandson-in-law’s damage to their two cars and mail box and attached planter. Now this happened less than a mile from us and we had to hear it from the Lanes in Oneonta. Jessica and John have worked so hard in beautifying their property on Route 23 it is a heartbreaking incident that happened last week. Thankfully the good news is no one was injured, including the driver of the pick-up truck doing the damage. Connie also gave some details on her recent health scare – reaction to an insect bite. Donnie, her husband of 66 years, came to her rescue, literally, called the rescue squad and doing the exact necessary life saving procedures. One of the EMTs said “he saved your life.” We wish Connie and Donnie many more healthy years of wedded bliss. How is Connie ever going to refuse him any favor? Stay well friends.

Bonnie and Lester Chase were doing some shopping in Oneonta on Monday.

Stanley and Mary Sutton are doing some rehab on their home in Jaeger Hollow. Young Stanley is home on leave and is also lending a helping hand. It was his birthday on August 3. Thank you for your service.

Got a chance to exchange family news with Suzette Stuppert Donisan. Her mom Elsie is still recovering from hip surgery and it is a slow and stressful time. Suzette had her niece at Jim’s doing some shopping for some of their delicious German cuisine. Still miss The Hideaway’s Restaurant menu. It was so convenient to make a last minute decision to eat out and make the 5 minute drive to their restaurant.

Remember The Auto Show on Sunday, August 11, at the Ashland Town Park, for the benefit of Greene County cancer patients in need. This annual event is sponsored by the Windham Rotary Club. Thank you. This is a fun event with prizes given out in different categories and nostalgia in full glory.

Congratulations to Taylor and Kyle Thorington on their marriage on August 7, taking place on family property in Huntersfield. Our very best to all

Happy Birthday to Skyler Blain on August 10. On August 11 it is Happy Birthday to Eric Lane. And to Beth Ballard, Happy Birthday on August 14. Sending Happy Birthday wishes to Mary Mundy on August 15. Brett Olsen is wishes a very Happy Birthday on August 16. To Kelly and Adam Brainard, Happy Anniversary on August 10. We send Happy Anniversary wishes to friends Lenore and Al Olivieri in Tannersville.

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