“Sharon Things - Local Happenings for Sharon Springs”

By Alexis Pencar

Hey Neighbors!

What a chilly last week we’ve had! With that initial first hard frost last week, the flowers and gardens are all wrapped up and done for the year, whether they like it or not. It was a strange growing season for some but fruitful for others. Our seasons are always a little different, keeping us on our toes! Look out for all the apples and remainder of the Fall bounty to enjoy. Though we will dip into the 30s again overnight, day time highs will pop back up into the 50s-60s, with precipitation expected Sunday through Wednesday.

The upcoming election, on November 4th, has created quite the excitement in the Village of Sharon Springs. With no actual candidate for Mayor on the ballot, it has turned into a write-in only race for the Mayor spot. Current write-in candidates are Deputy Village Mayor Paul Novko and Village resident Krystina Jacquot, who both hosted a Q&A session in the Community Building on Tuesday (10/14) with a turnout of about 20 residents, all with relevant questions for the candidates as well as raising concerns for the community. Overall this was a huge positive for all. To note: Ken Kennedy was initially going to run as a write-in as well but had recently decided to drop out.

There are also 2 Village Trustee positions available, and 1 vacancy, with only one candidate on the ballot: Will Kleffner, who currently serves on the Sharon Springs Zoning Board of Appeals. Since the other positions would be filled by write-ins, Ron Ketelsen has also come forward as a write-in candidate for Village Trustee. Please look out for the upcoming detailed article with interviews from candidates!

According to the I Love New York Foliage Report, Central New York is at ‘at peak’ moving quickly towards ‘past peak’ for the leaf changing this Fall. Enjoy it while we can since this year has been a bit earlier than usual. Don’t forget that damp leaves on the road can be just as slick as ice so drive cautiously this Fall.

The Schoharie County Department of Health will offer a flu shot clinic at the “Spa Ritz” meal site at the Sharon Springs Firehouse on Friday, October 17 from 11 AM - 1 PM. Please call the meal site for more information at (518) 295-2001.

The Village of Sharon Springs holds their Regular Board Meetings on the 3rd Thursday of each Month at 6:00 PM located at 129 Main St, Sharon Springs, NY 13459. The next meeting is scheduled for: Thursday, November 20th. The Village Mayor is Denise Kelly and the new Village Clerk is Hope Bayes. The Office Hours for Village of Sharon Springs are Monday & Wednesday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Thursday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. For more information please call (518) 284-2625.

The Town of Sharon holds their Regular Board Meetings on the 1st Wednesday of each Month at 6:30 PM located at 129 Main St, Sharon Springs, NY 13459. The next meeting is scheduled for: Wednesday, November 5th. The Town Supervisor is Sandra Manko and the Town Clerk is Melissa Olsen. The Office Hours for the Town of Sharon are Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM or by appointment. For more information please call (518) 284-3010.

Your local Sharon Springs Food Pantry is an excellent local resource for all! Located in the United Methodist Church on Route 20, across from SSCS (511 US Route 20, Sharon Springs, NY 13459). They are always in need of donations of food or even unopened personal care items! The pantry hours are Thursday 9:00 -10:30 AM & 5:00 - 6:30 PM. For more information please contact (518) 284-2687 or (518) 852-1193.

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.

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.

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!