“Sharon Things - Local Happenings for Sharon Springs”

By Alexis Pencar

Hey Neighbors!

What a hot one on Monday and Tuesday this past week. Temperatures climbed all the way into the 80s and were followed up with quite the evening thunderstorms. Looks like rainy weather with those May Showers for the next week, temperatures holding in the 60s, with lows dipping into the 40s. As we anticipate our growing season, it looks like the last frost could be mid-May but we’ve had that shift from year to year.

As a follow up to the mysterious big lottery winner at the Sharon Springs Stewart’s back it February, it looks like Jessica Terpenning, of Cobleskill, was the lucky winner of the top prize from the ‘Set For Life’ scratch-off game, claiming a lump sum of $3.37 million after required withholdings all according to the New York Lottery.

Bison Island Ranch is hosting their Spring Fling this Saturday May 3rd from 11:00 AM until 4:00 PM as a special celebration of Spring, new life, and motherhood! “$5 Bison Bucks” will be given out for Bison Tallow Beauty Products, which are always a great gift idea for Mom (hint, hint) and ALL bison steaks will be 10% off too! There will be a fun craft for kids, which will definitely be a cute keepsake for Mom! This is rain or shine, with plenty of indoor space and complementary hot tea and cocoa! The Ranch is located at 194 Engleville Rd Sharon Springs, NY 13459.

Sunnycrest Markets is open with more vendors than ever! The new Sunnycrest Kitchen is hosting their soft opening on May 1st so check it out! They have affordable groceries, produce, bulk items, ready-made food, furniture, and much more! The nursery is now open selling seedlings, hanging baskets, plants, and more! With new extended hours, they are located at 7869 NY-10, Sharon Springs, NY 13459, just outside of the Village. Follow @SunnycrestMarkets on social media for updates, sales, and more!

Blue Star Farm & Cidery is open on the weekends at their new location on Route 20 near Log House. They are now making and serving their own sweet cider and have cider donuts, cider slushies, and more for purchase too! Hours are Saturday, 10-5 PM and Sunday, 10-4 PM. Visit them on Facebook for updates and specials!

Parsons Vegetable Farm has limited cabbage available with seedlings coming soon!! Check out their social media for more info! The Outrageous Snack Snack is closed for the season but should be opening with fresh donuts soon!

Sharon Springs Free Library News: Story Time is at 10:00 AM on Thursday mornings and includes a story, craft, and snack. The Library is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Fridays from 3:00 - 8:00 PM, Mondays & Thursdays from 10:00 - 6:00 PM, Saturdays 10:00 -1:00 PM, and Sundays - Closed. For more Library information please contact (518) 284-3126.

Sharon Springs Food Pantry

Your local Sharon Springs Food Pantry is an excellent local resource for all! They are located in the United Methodist Church on Route 20, across from the school (511 US Route 20, Sharon’s Springs, NY 13459). They are always accepting donations! If you or someone you know is in need of the Pantry, the hours are Thursday 9:00 -10:30 AM and 5:00 - 6:30 PM. For more information please contact (518) 284-2687 or follow them on Facebook.

Worship Services

The Sharon Reformed Church (6858 State Route 10, Sharon Springs, NY 13459) offers weekly service at 10:30 am. Contact at (518) 234-2387 for more details.

The Sharon Springs United Methodist Church (511 State Route 20, Sharon Springs, NY, 13459) offers weekly service at 10:30 am. Contact at (518) 284-2200 for more details.

The St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic Church (24 Maple Avenue, Cherry Valley, NY 13320) offers weekly mass at 10:00 am. Reminder: confession is available 30 minutes before every mass. Contact at (607) 264-3779 for more details.

The Zion St. John’s Lutheran Church Seward (114 Mesick Ave, Cobleskill, NY 12043) offers weekly service on Sundays at 9:00 am. Contact at (518) 234-3222 for more details.

Cornerstone Baptist Church (7274 Route 10, Ames, NY 13317). Sunday Service is at 10:00 am. All are welcome. Contact (518) 673 3405 for more details.

Sharon Sr. Congregate Meal Site

Local residents are invited to enjoy good company and a noon-time meal year round (except holidays) at the Schoharie County OFA’s “Spa Ritz” Sr. Congregate Meal Site at the Firehouse at 137 Beechwood Rd. M-W-F. 8 oz of 1% milk is served with each meal. Orders for meals must be called into the OFA office at (518) 295-2001 before 2 p.m. for the following day. Effective January 1st the suggested donation for those 60 years old and older is $5.00 per meal. Under age 60? You’re welcome to participate for a fee of $7.50 per meal.

To share community news, upcoming events, business specials, adjusted hours, birthdays, anniversaries, or even an outstanding resident, please contact me directly at (772) 971-1410 or alexis.pencar@gmail.com. Have a great week! Thanks!