By Christine Dwon
Because of the recent fire in the building that houses the West Kill Post Office, mail for West Kill Post Office P.O. box holders is currently being sorted in the Shandaken Post Office and being held for P.O. box holders to pick up. Shandaken Post Office hours are Monday through Friday – 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday hours are 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Amy, the rural mail carrier, is able to continue delivering mail to her West Kill customers on her normal mail routes.
Cassandra Constable, who is the daughter of Connie and Michael Constable and granddaughter of Carol and Alden Constable, and Corey Laframboise were invited guests to attend the Commander in Chief Ball in Washington D.C. on Jan. 20. They had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
Friday, Jan. 31 is the next potluck Dinner Church at the Ashland UMC, 12216 Route 23, Ashland at 6 p.m. Come enjoy the fellowship, a great meal and bring a friend.
Micro Sunday School will be held Saturday, Feb. 8, 11 a.m. to noon at the Lexington/West Kill UMC, Lexington. All children welcomed. Call Susan at 518-429-8054.
We wish a very happy birthday to Shirley Van Valkenburgh on Thursday, Jan. 30.
On Saturday, Feb. 1 little Miss Charlotte Hale Clark will be one-years old.
Happy birthday to Rose Williams who celebrates her birthday on Sunday, Feb. 2.
Tuesday, Feb. 4 is Emma Dwon’s birthday.
Best wishes to everyone.
First Tuesday of each month (Feb. 4) is Classic Movie day at the Hunter Public Library, 7965 Main Street, Hunter starting at 10:30 a.m. All invited.
Lexington/West Kill UMC Administrative Council meeting is Wednesday, Feb. 5 at 4:30 p.m. weather permitting, in the Lexington Church Hall.
There is no meeting in February for the Town of Lexington Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary.
Mark your calendars for the Children’s Ice Fishing Derby sponsored by the Catskill Mountain Fish and Game Club and the Stony Clove Rod and Gun Club on Sunday, Feb. 23 from 10 a.m. to noon. Registration starts at 9 a.m. at the Rip Van Winkle/Tannersville Lake. Prizes awarded for the largest fish and the most fish in both the junior and senior division. Open to children up to 16 years old – children 16 years of age must have a valid fishing license. You may fish with up to three tip ups or hand lines and use single hooks only. Live bait and some tip ups will be available for use. For more info, call Bob Monteleone a 518-488-0240.
The Greene County Senior Nutrition Program menu for the week of Feb. 2 – Feb. 7 is as follows: Monday—Sloppy Joes, cauliflower broccoli medley, white rice, tropical fruit; Tuesday—Baked salmon with dill sauce, spinach, juice, brown rice pilaf, pears; Wednesday—Chicken Divan, Sonoma vegetable mix, white rice, chocolate chip cookies; Thursday—French onion meatballs, carrots, juice, egg noodles, peach crisp with whipped topping; Friday—Macaroni and cheese, stewed tomatoes, three-bean salad, fresh fruit. All persons, age 60 and older and spouses are invited to attend. Congregate meals served at noon Monday through Friday. Suggested donation is $4 per meal. Congregate dining reservations are required by noon at least a day in advance. If you reserve a meal and are unable to attend, please call as soon as you can to cancel. This helps reduce our food waste. If you have food allergy, please notify us. Allergen information is available for prepared food items. The number to call for the Senior Services Center at the Jewett Municipal Building, Route 23C, Jewett is 518-263-4392.
Nominations are being sought for 2025 Youth of the Year Award. The Greene County Children, Youth and Community Advisory Board is again sponsoring the annual Greene County Youth Awards – Youth of the Year, Chairman’s Choice and Director’s Choice. The purpose of the awards are to recognize the outstanding contributions and achievements of Greene County youth who have made outstanding contributions in serving his/her community through leadership, knowledge, skill and/or service. The dedication of these young people help make Greene County a better place for us all.
If you know a young person, in grades 9 – 12 who deserves this recognition, you can find a nomination form available on the web site: http://www.greene-government.com/departments/human-services-greene-gov/news-events or contact the Greene County Department of Human Services at 518-719-3555. From the nominations received, the youth will be evaluated by the selection committee to determine this year’s winner. Any inquires for further information may also be directed to the department. Deadline for entries is March 31, 2025.
Sunday, Feb. 2 is Groundhog Day. Do you really think it matters if the weather forecasting critter sees his shadow or not? Chances are pretty darn good there will be at least six more weeks of winter around here.
Thank you to all law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, dispatchers, healthcare providers, volunteers, veterans and actively serving military, farmers, truck drivers and so many more.
Prayers for all who are dealing with loss, illnesses, healing, difficulties, our country, our military and their families, the world.
Until next week take care, be thankful, be respectful, be safe and please be kind to one another. Your act of kindness may change someone’s life.
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