“Sharon Things - Local Happenings for Sharon Springs”

By Alexis Pencar

Hey Neighbors!

What a great week of lovely typical summer weather! With the heat, there has been lots of swimming in ponds and the Sharon Town Pool too!! After some much needed rain this week, the next week looks dry but on the cooler side, staying in the 70s and 80s.

The Sharon Town Pool is located at 110 Washburn Ave off of Pavillion Ave and is typically open 1:00-5:00 PM everyday through the season. Please keep in mind, there is a closure this weekend on Saturday, August 2nd.

The Klinkhart Hall Art Center Summer Concert Series is in full swing! With an extended season, there is more music than ever before for these free, family-friendly concerts every Wednesday night starting at 6:00 PM until August 13 in the scenic setting of Chalybeate Park in Sharon Springs. There will be food and drink available for purchase too! Here is the next two week's line up: August 6th it’s Lucia & Levi - a dynamic duo, known for their tight harmonies and acoustic soul. August 13th it’s The Upstate Bluegrass Band - a lively, foot-stomping finale featuring a fan-favorite bluegrass crew.

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Parsons Vegetable Farm has all your Summer Gardening needs!! The Outrageous Snack Snack is now open so stop by for delicious fresh donuts! They are also hosting live music events too so check out FB for more info.

Sharon Springs Free Library News: Story Time is at 10:00 AM on Thursday mornings and includes a story, craft, and snack. The Summer Reading Program is starting to wrap up but contact them for more info! 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. Closed on 4th of July. 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.

Grace Episcopal Church (24 Montgomery Street, Cherry Valley, NY 13320) offers weekly Holy Eucharist at 11:00 am. Contact at (315) 858-4016 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.

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