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Fun Music at the Gilboa Museum

Written By Editor on 2/22/21 | 2/22/21

SERIOUSLY FUN OLD AMERICAN MUSIC
from the Gilboa Historical Society


DAVE RUCH & PHIL BANASZAK LOVE TO PUT SHINE TO AMERICAN traditional music — fiddle tunes, sea chanties, cowboy songs, Erie Canal ditties, mountain music, western swing, and original materials that sound old-timey. But due to Covid-19, they have created performances for virtual audiences. Their music will be most appropriate to usher in 2021!
.....With Dave & Phil's permission, we will rebroadcast the songs from this wildly talented duo. Click here for their free performance from Friday, February 19 through February 26, 2021.

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Written By Editor on 2/16/21 | 2/16/21

New Yorkers rejoice… Carnegie Deli to debut this month for après ski palates, the first time the brand will have a presence at an American ski resort

 

WINDHAM, N.Y. (February 12, 2021) – Windham Mountain and its hospitality, catering and culinary partner Centerplate today announced the addition of the famed Carnegie Deli to the slate of food offerings for families at the popular Catskills resort, beginning Friday, February 12th ahead of the busy Presidents’ Week holiday. The iconic New York City delicatessen, Carnegie Deli, is known as “the world’s most famous delicatessen.” Carnegie Deli has been treating New Yorkers and tourists since 1937 with gargantuan pastrami and corned beef sandwiches and decadent cheesecakes. This is the first time that the Carnegie Deli experience will be available at a ski resort.




 

Windham Mountain and Centerplate will continue to employ strict adherence to all COVID-19 protocols to ensure a safe dining experience for all visitors.

 

“Since stepping in to enhance the dining experience at the mountain a few months back, Centerplate has been great at tapping authentically New York partners to create a more memorable dining destination for our guests of all ages,” said Chip Seamans, President & General Manager, Windham Mountain. “As we look to attract an influx of year-round special events, the addition of Carnegie Deli is the perfect update. Oversize portions and an over-the-top attitude… the essential New York experience.”

 

The following Carnegie Deli offerings will be available at these locations on the mountain:

 

  • The Hot Pastrami Sandwich at the Mountain Express Cafeteria and Seasons Restaurant
  • The Hot Corned Beef Sandwich at Seasons Restaurant
  • Potato Knishes at Seasons Restaurant 

 

“We are continually thinking of fun, new ways to excite people,” added Sal Ferrulo, Centerplate Executive Vice President. “And what better way than bringing Carnegie Deli, an authentic New York fixture, to the skiing and snowboarding community of Windham?”

 




This exciting venture was made possible by Old World Provisions.

 

About Windham Mountain

Windham Mountain Resort is a year-round destination in the Great Northern Catskills of Greene County, NY, about two and a half hours north of New York City. The resort offers 285 skiable acres, 54 trails serviced by 11 lifts, 6 terrain parks,

 

beginner packages, lodging, dining options, an Adventure Park, the full-service Alpine Spa, and much more. In the summer months, Windham Mountain Bike Park offers lift-serviced biking, and also features a three-mile-long beginner trail. Windham Mountain Country Club is an 18-hole public golf course with a private club atmosphere. Visit www.windhammountain.com for details on these activities, and for information on upcoming events.

 

About Centerplate

 

 

Centerplate is a leader in live event hospitality, "Making It Better To Be There®" for more than 115 million guests each year at more than 200 prominent entertainment, sports and convention venues. From hosting VIPs at the Super Bowl to superheroes at Comic Con, the company provides hospitality services to North America's premier events. A Sodexo company, Centerplate creates unique, locally-inspired menus, best-in-class guest service, and one-of-a-kind experiences backed by world-class design and insights teams. Visit the company online, connect via Twitter @centerplate, Instagram @Centerplate_ or Facebook.com/centerplate. 

 

About Carnegie Deli

You were nobody ‘til somebody bough you lunch at the Carnegie Deli.  Founded in 1937 and located just offstage from Manhattan’s theater district, it became THE iconic spot for entertainers, celebrities, and comics to eat sandwiches the size of their heads.  We are known for our gargantuan sandwiches, smoked and cured meats, potato knishes and our creamy cheesecake.  The Carnegie Deli brings an authentic New York deli experience to deli lovers from all over the world.

 

About Old World Provisions

Old World Provisions is a fourth-generation family-owned food manufacturer based in Upstate New York.  We source the highest quality protein and ingredients to make healthy and delicious food for our friends and family. Every one of our products was meticulously crafted to bring today’s consumers authentic New York taste and flavor made with the finest ingredients.  Today, we have a deep respect for our heritage and four family generations later, we are breathing new life and sustainable ideals into old deli traditions with new all natural, organic, and grass-fed offerings.

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Rep. Delgado Meets with Local Leaders

BROOME AND DELAWARE COUNTIES, NY – Today, U.S. Representative Antonio Delgado (NY-19) met with elected officials from the Village of Deposit, Town of Sanford, Town of Roxbury, Town of Bovina, and Delaware County to discuss direct federal COVID-19 relief. Last week, House of Representative Committees released their COVID-19 relief package framework. The package includes an estimated total of more than $400 million in direct federal funding to counties, towns, and villages across New York's 19th Congressional District. Rep. Antonio Delgado worked with his colleagues to incorporate this funding formula in the latest House COVID-19 package.

“Local governments need direct COVID-19 relief to continue essential services and get shots in residents' arms,” said Rep. Antonio Delgado. “Since last May, I've been working to secure federal dollars for our rural communities. My funding formula, which is included in the latest House relief proposal, would deliver over $400 million to counties, towns, and villages across NY-19. Today's meetings made it clear -- folks need direct federal funding immediately.”

“Congressman Delgado is a great asset to the rural areas in his district,” said Village of Deposit Mayor Bryan Moore. “I am a Republican and support Mr. Delgado as I truly believe he is bipartisan and party affiliation means nothing. At the end of the day we need to put politics aside and work together. Congressman Delgado understands just how important this is to get some real work done and provide aid to the American people.”

“The little guys, smaller municipalities and rural communities, have been forgotten during the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Town of Sanford Supervisor Dewey Decker. “I appreciate Congressman Delgado's work to support Towns like Sanford during this crisis. He listened to our concerns, and I know he will continue to fight for us in Washington.”

“Delaware County needs direct federal COVID-19 relief,” said Board of Supervisors Chair and Town of Bovina Supervisor Tina Molé. “We are doing everything we can on the ground to protect residents and continue essential services, but we need assistance from Congress. Representative Delgado has been fighting for months to get our community funding, and I thank him for his work to secure this critical aid.”

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SUNY Cobleskill Fighting Tigers Weekly Recap

Written By Editor on 2/15/21 | 2/15/21

The SUNY Cobleskill Esports team lost a 2-0 decision in League of Legends Tournament action over the weekend. With the loss the Fighting Tigers fall to 1-2 record in tournament play and fall to a record of 29-17 on the year to date.  

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Suspect Arrested in Davenport Deceased Dogs Case

After numerous tips from the public and a subsequent investigation, New York State Police arrested a person wanted for leaving dead dogs on a property in Davenport. 

On February 11, 2021 New York State Police arrested Carlos G. Smith, age 33 of Utica, NY for six counts of the Agriculture and Markets Law Failure to Provide Proper Sustenance, a class A misdemeanor. 

On December 10, 2020 troopers were dispatched by Delaware County 911 to Smith’s residence on Pine Cliff Circle in the town of Davenport for a complaint of dead dogs.  Troopers located two adult dogs and four puppies left inside a crate outside of the trailer.  An investigation led troopers to believe that Smith left the area. 

Troopers applied for an arrest warrant and were granted one by the town of Davenport court in January.  A “Warrant Wednesday” post on Facebook this month looking for Smith led to numerous tips.  Smith was ultimately located and arrested in the city of Utica on February 11.  Smith was and transported back to Otsego County for processing and a virtual arraignment.  Smith was released on appearance tickets returnable to the town of Davenport court on February 23, 2021. 


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Weekly Schoharie Library News

Here's our weekly library news. Thanks,

Don

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Don LaPlant
Library Director
Schoharie Free Library
518-295-7127
dlaplant@mvls.info
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The Schoharie Free Library remains open to properly-masked, socially-distanced visitors during its regular hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, 11 am-6 pm; Thursday, 12 pm-7 pm; and Saturday, 10 am-2 pm. Details and community resources are at www.SchoharieLibrary.org.  

The library has recently received dozens of new books and videos for young audiences. Come by and browse our new collections. 

All our regularly scheduled programs are currently meeting online via Zoom. Here’s what we have scheduled for the coming week: 

Our UFO (Unfinished Objects) Club will meet on Thursday, Feb. 18 at 10 am to share progress and tips on their craft projects. New members are always welcome to join. 

Attend our Interactive Storytime with Miss Heather on Friday, February 19 at 10 am for stories, crafts, songs, and more.     

The second meeting of the newly-established Young Adult Advisory Council will meet at 6 pm on Monday, Feb. 22. This week the YAAC will be considering new YA books to buy for the library’s collection. 

The next meeting of our Writing Club will be at 6:30 pm on Monday, Feb. 22.  

Our Knitcetera Club is scheduled to meet again at 10:30 am on Wednesday, Feb. 24. 

The library is also hosting a “Using Libby/Overdrive for Audiobooks” program at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, Feb. 24. Learn how to browse, download, and navigate the thousands of free, downloadable audiobooks your library card allows you to access. 

For more information or to sign up for any of these programs, contact JMosher@mvls.info or visit our Facebook events page.  

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Weekly Cobleskill Library News

The Library is open for browsing the first floor. Face masks and social distancing are required at all times. We continue to take every precaution to keep our patrons, staff and the building safe so if you feel unwell please do not come into the Library. The hours are Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10-6 and Saturday 10-1. These hours may change without notice. You may fax, make copies and use the computers for 30 minutes. Public meeting rooms are not available and Library seating has been removed except at the public computers. Curbside pickup continues to be available, just give us a call to schedule your pickup.

 We are excited to share that starting the week of March 1 The community Library will be adjusting our hours and reopening on Wednesdays. The adjusted hours: Tuesday 10-7pm, Wednesday 10-5pm, Thursday 10-7pm, Friday 10-5pm and Saturday 10-1pm. These hours may change without notice.

The Library celebrates 100 years this month. For more information follow our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/theCommunityLibraryCobleskill/or sign up for future Library News emails at https://mailchi.mp/287db1f866ef/news

Both State and Federal Tax forms and instructions are here. They can be found in the lobby or can be delivered by curbside pickup.

The Library Wi-Fi is accessible 24/7 from the parking lot.

You have access to online books, audiobooks and now over 3,000 magazines through Overdrive/Libby using this link https://mvls.overdrive.com/.

You have access to databases and other resources with your library card through this link https://communitylibrary.mvls.info/research-2/

Want to see what is new in our collection visit https://bit.ly/3c2TdCl

The next Library Board of Trustees virtual meeting is on March 11th at 1pm. Meetings are open to the public however if you would like to attend please call the library (518.234.7897) and leave a message with your email address or email cob-director@mvls.info with your interest to attend.

Library Contact: 518.234.7897, coblib@mvls.info, cob-director@mvls.info https://www.facebook.com/theCommunityLibraryCobleskill/

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Veteran Presentation at the Gilboa Museum

Written By Editor on 2/14/21 | 2/14/21

NANCY MARIE PAYNE
CELEBRATING AMERICAN VETERANS OF THE 20TH CENTURY
performed at the Gilboa Historical Society

THIS WEEK: Recorded in November, storyteller Nancy Payne told us of three generations of veterans from her family—a grandfather who outlived his own obituary in the Great War; her father who served as a navigator in 35 bomber sorties over Germany in WWII; and her husband who was in the Strategic Air Command during the Cuban Missile Crisis.
.....Click here for this free performance through February 20, 2021.

Next week, our rotation continues with a rebroadcast of Dave Ruch and Phil Banaszak's seriously fun old American music!

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This project is made possible with funds from the Decentralization Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature and administered in Schoharie County by Greene County Council on the Arts DBA CREATE.
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Please forward this invitation to friends who might appreciate it.
.....These performances
  • are short (won't impinge on time);
  • are free (won't impinge on wallet)
  • are straightforward (won't lead down a trail of links)
  • are FREE for everyone—members and non-members alike.

Please use this form to enter or update your contact information with the society, or pass it on to a friend for their use. Remember, we need an email address to forward each week's link (you can also access the link in the upper right corner of all gilboahistoricalsociety.com pages.
.....Your status: You have a complimentary membership!
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Please send feedback on your reaction to these performances, and let us know if you are having difficulty taking advantage of our internet offerings.

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Blackdome Performance February 13th

Written By Editor on 2/11/21 | 2/11/21


Saturday, Feb. 13 at 8pm

GIRL BLUE
 
A singer-songwriter with an ability to silence a room with just her voice and guitar.  She was awarded Record of the Year, Solo Artist of the Year and Music Video of the Year at the 2019 Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Awards.  She has performed a number of times in Windham at Eastwind, and we are delighted to have her join Blackdome for this 2nd online concert. Tune in this Saturday at 8pm!
 
Link for Performance
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Underground Railroad Presentation Available Online

We are so sorry many of you were unable to log into the Underground Railroad presentation. We purchased 500 licenses, but Zoom did not let people in after it reached 100 participants.  However, we did record the presentation and it will be available for playback tomorrow on our website (sharonhistoricalsocietyny.gov).  You will receive a link to it once it is posted.  We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this technical difficulty has caused.

 

Click here for more information on our next event: "Railroads In Schoharie County".

 

Click here for information on "The Wild West: Miners, Cowboys, Gunslingers, Saloon Madams, and Ghost Towns"

 

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Sharon Historical Presentation on the Underground Railroad Rescheduled

Written By Editor on 2/9/21 | 2/9/21

Due to the overwhelming popularity of the Underground Railroad webinar and a Zoom glitch, some folks were unable to log on. We will be repeating this program on February 22nd at 7 PM. Join us for Exploring the Underground Railroad in Schoharie County - Upstate New York, February 22, 2021, at 7:00 PM.

Registration is required even if you registered before.

We hope you’re able to join us!

Or if you prefer

A recording of the February 8th webinar is available along with handouts on the

Sharon Historical Society website by clicking here.


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Special Reggie Harris Performance at Gilboa Historical Society

REGGIE HARRIS:
WATER AS A SYMBOL OF SOCIAL TURBULENCE
performed at the Gilboa Historical Society

Gilboa Historical Society presents a short performance each week by a rotating roster of musicians and story-tellers. You can be added to our mail list for reminders about upcoming shows!


Reggie Harris uses water as symbolic of social turbulence — from Jews escaping from Egypt, Africans being shanghaied across the oceans, and natural threats like hurricane Irene — and being able to survive with our own resurrection days.
. . . .THIS WEEK: Click here for this free performance from now through February 11, 2021.

Starting next Friday, our rotation continues with story-teller Nancy Payne celebrating some American veterans of the 20th century, followed by Dave Ruch and Phil Banaszak's seriously fun old American music!

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This project is made possible with funds from the Decentralization Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature and administered in Schoharie County by Greene County Council on the Arts dba CREATE.
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Please forward this invitation to friends who might appreciate it.
.....These performances
are short (won't impinge on time);
are free (won't impinge on wallet)
are straightforward (won't lead down a trail of links)
are FREE for everyone—members and non-members alike.

Please use this form to enter or update your contact information with the society, or pass it on to a friend for their use. Remember, we need an email address to forward each week's link (you can also access the link in the upper right corner of all gilboahistoricalsociety.com pages.
.....Your status: You have a complimentary membership!
.....
Please send feedback on your reaction to these performances, and let us know if you are having difficulty taking advantage of our internet offerings.

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Cobleskill Library News

The Library is open for browsing. Face masks and social distancing are required at all times. We continue to take every precaution to keep our patrons, staff and the building safe so if you feel unwell please do not come into the Library. The hours are Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10-6 and Saturday 10-1. These hours may change without notice. You may fax, make copies and use the computers. Public meeting rooms are not available and Library seating has been removed except at the public computers. Curbside pickup continues to be available, just give us a call to schedule your pickup.
The Library celebrates 100 years this week, be sure to follow our facebook page for more information https://www.facebook.com/theCommunityLibraryCobleskill/
Tax forms and instructions are starting to arrive. We currently have 1040 and 1040-SR (SR is for anyone born before January 2, 1956). These forms and schedules 1, 2, 3 and LEP all come in one booklet. They can be found in the lobby or can be delivered by curbside pickup.
The Library Wi-Fi is accessible 24/7 from the parking lot.
You have access to online books, audiobooks and now over 3,000 magazines through Overdrive/Libby using this link https://mvls.overdrive.com/.
You have access to databases and other resources with your library card through this link https://communitylibrary.mvls.info/research-2/
Want to see what is new in our collection visit https://bit.ly/3c2TdCl
We still have January STEAM “Take and Make Kits” kits are available: Preschool Nature Explorer - Make your own binoculars and head outside to use your Nature Journal and do a scavenger hunt! Grades K-3 Pom-Pom Popper - Make your own popper and learn about energy and motion. Everything is included in this kit, including a target! Grades 4-6 Rubber Band Race Car - Engineer your own pull back race car and learn about physics while you do it! Everything is included in the kit but you will need a ruler and a hole punch or a nail will work in a pinch.  Each STEAM KIT will include: detailed instructions and the materials required to build or complete the activity.
The next Library Board of Trustees virtual meeting is on February 11th at 1pm. Meetings are open to the public however if you would like to attend please call the library (518.234.7897) and leave a message with your email address or email cob-director@mvls.info with your interest to attend.
Library Contact: 518.234.7897, coblib@mvls.info, cob-director@mvls.info https://www.facebook.com/theCommunityLibraryCobleskill/
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Bassett Offering Free COVID Tests Feb 9 & 10th

Cobleskill – Have no symptoms of COVID-19, but looking to be tested? Bassett Healthcare Network, in partnership with the New York State Department of Health, is offering free COVID-19 rapid testing at its Cobleskill and Sharon Springs Clinics specifically for individuals who have no symptoms of the virus, but who wish to be tested. Appointments are required. The testing will be offered on Tuesday, Feb. 9, and Wednesday, Feb. 10, at the following locations and times. Call ahead to make an appointment.

Testing Site

Date/Hours of Testing

When to call for an Appt.

# to call for an Appt.

Sharon Springs Health Center, 591-1 State Route 20, Sharon Springs

Tuesday, Feb. 9
8:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. prior to testing date

315-412-5875

Cobleskill Primary Care, 136 Parkway Drive, Cobleskill

Wednesday, Feb. 10
8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. prior to testing date

315-412-5875

Have symptoms and need to be tested?
Bassett Healthcare Network locations are currently performing COVID-19 tests for individuals in our region who meet the following criteria (if you have symptoms, you are not eligible to participate in the above rapid test clinics):

• Have symptoms of infection (fever, chills, sore throat, runny nose, cough, shortness of breath, muscle aches, diarrhea, severe headache, or loss of taste/smell)

• Patients who require testing prior to a medical procedure

• Employees with suspected COVID-19 exposure

If you believe you have symptoms of the coronavirus and need to be tested, please call Bassett's COVID-19 central phone line at 607-547-5555. If it is determined that you meet the criteria for testing at a Bassett location, you will be given an appointment.

The COVID-19 Vaccine
The Bassett network has a limited supply of vaccines at this time. Please visit www.bassett.org/covid-19 for the most up-to-date information on local vaccine supply, eligibility guidelines, registration resources, frequently asked questions, and more. You may also call the state COVID-19 Vaccination Hotline: 1-833-NYS-4-VAX (1-833-697-4829).

It is important to understand that the vaccine will not give you COVID-19. Neither the Pfizer nor the Moderna vaccines contain any part of the actual virus. It’s safe, research is proving its effectiveness, and it's one of the many steps that we can take together to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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Hobart Rotary Hosting Mental Health Webinar

Hobart Rotary Hosting Mental Health Webinar

The Hobart Rotary Club, in collaboration with Delaware Opportunities and the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council (ADAC) of Delaware County, will sponsor an essential community conversation on "Your Mental Health and the Covid Pandemic" on Wednesday, February 17 at 6pm. This webinar is free and open to the public via Zoom. Details on how to participate are outlined below.
 
The conversation will focus on the physical and mental impacts of living in these uncertain times and how we can best care for ourselves, our loved ones, and our community with simple strategies that help us build our resilience and connect to our community supports. This presentation is for any parent, teacher, health professional, and community member who is looking for strategies to deal with feelings of overwhelm, stress, and/or anxiety caused by the coronavirus pandemic and current climate of unrest.
 
Topics include Signs and Symptoms of a Mental Health Crisis, Concerns and Risks with Special Populations such as Youth and Seniors, Tools and Techniques to Handle Stress, and more.
 
Amanda Decker, Prevention Specialist at ADAC, will be the evening's Presenter. Ms. Decker is a trained CHAMPION for Delaware County, is certified as both a Youth and Teen Mental Health First Aid Trainer, QPR Presenter, Conscious Discipline trained, and a NYS certified teacher.
 
Moderators include Dr. Shelly Bartow, Executive Director of Delaware Opportunities, a community action agency serving all of Delaware County and providing some services in Chenango, Sullivan, and Otsego Counties; and Mary Rosenthal, Executive Director of the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council of Delaware County, which provides information, referral, and prevention services and is credited with the formation of a Treatment Court and Family Treatment Court in the county.
 
This free webinar on Wednesday 2/17 can be accessed online via Zoom or by telephone dial-in. Participants are asked to arrive at 5:55pm so the program can start promptly at 6pm. The Zoom room will be locked 15 minutes into the session. The main room will be recorded for educational/promotional use.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86719432220?pwd=NktUQmpoQ1FqOW8yTUpFdzhjK3VYZz09
Meeting ID: 867 1943 2220
Passcode: 289519
To attend by phone:   1-646-558-8656
 


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M'burgh Gives Green Light To Winter Sports

Written By Editor on 2/8/21 | 2/8/21

The Middleburgh Board of Education early Friday morning gave the green light for high-risk varsity winter sports. This includes basketball and competitive cheerleading for remote and in-person students. 
Wrestling is permitted as well, but since MCS merges with Berne-Knox-Westerlo for that sport, the team will have to wait until Albany County’s positivity rate for COVID-19 goes below four percent. The rates are reported daily and are tracked using a seven-day rolling average. The Health Department cleared the way for the board's decision because Schoharie County’s positivity rate is below the mandated four percent. 
“This will enable our student athletes to hit the courts tonight and throughout the weekend,” said Superintendent Brian Dunn. “I would like to thank the Board of Education for this decisive action to provide relief to our long-suffering student athletes. I would like to thank everyone who voiced their opinions to me and the BOE. There was overwhelming parent and community support for this vote.

“Please know that we take COVID very seriously in our home and feel that with the proper guidelines in place our children can participate safely in school sports,” said Jamie and Tom Lacko, parents of two Middleburgh School students who want their children to have the opportunity to participate in school sports this year. “Our son is a senior and has worked very hard to maintain good grades, as well as be a good student and role model for others. His hope and our hope for him, is to have the opportunity one last time to play for Middleburgh High School with the teammates he has built strong relationships with as well as the coaches he looks up to.” 

“We are thankful and excited for the opportunity to compete this winter,” said basketball Coach Gregg Johns. “Our school district, administration, Board of Education, teachers, community, parents, athletes and coaches have been very supportive throughout this most challenging school year. We have stuck together and are stronger for it. We will do everything we can to make this a positive and healthy experience for all of those who are involved.”

Superintendent Dunn is a major proponent of safely opening up more activities for students. “Please know that we are equity-focused in Middleburgh and we are next looking to the Governor to loosen restrictions for our arts programs so that they can soon get back to acting, singing and performing in traditional ways,” said Mr. Dunn. 
“Let’s continue to be vigilant with our common sense protocols to reduce the risk of COVID-19 in our schools: masks, physical distancing and hand washing are essential to keep everyone safe and our schools open.”
Athletes participating in these high-risk sports will be screened, but it was determined that additional COVID-19 testing will not be necessary. Spectators will not be permitted to attend, but when possible, the district will live stream the events.

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Leadership Training at Del Co Chamber

Leaderful Delaware, an initiative of the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, is seeking people committed to community service who would benefit from strengthening leadership skills while developing a personal professional network.


The 2021 Leaderful Delaware program is currently accepting applications for its eight-month curriculum that begins with virtual classes in March 2021.  Up to 20 individuals can participate and half-day sessions will meet virtually twice monthly.


Participants will learn about critical issues facing Delaware County and the Catskill Mountains region through lectures, discussion groups, personal introspection, and panel discussions featuring current community leaders. The innovative curriculum is based on scientific theories of organizational and community leadership. Leaderful Delaware offers an alternative to the traditional model and calls on leaders to be concurrent, collective, collaborative, and compassionate.  Strategies include effective facilitation, dialogue skills, active listening skills, managing conflict, intercultural competence, leadership styles,  and peer coaching. 


Candidates will be selected based on their:

Commitment and motivation to community service.

Previous community service or desire to become involved in community activities. 

Interest in public service and desire to learn more about public policy.

Potential to advance to a leadership position within their companies.

Commitment to remain in Delaware County.



Preference will be given to Delaware County residents but non-residents are encouraged to apply.


Applicants should be sponsored by a business or a community leader and provide references. Tuition, payable by a sponsor or a participant, is $300, and includes all materials and fees. 


For more information and an application, contact the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce at 607-746-2281, delawarecounty.org, or email info@delawarecounty.org.

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Ferguson Named Executive Director of SUNY Institute for Rural Vitality

Dr. S. Scott Ferguson, professor of business and management at SUNY Cobleskill, has been named executive director of the College’s Institute for Rural Vitality. Ferguson will lead the Institute’s continued work in engaging regional partners in a collective effort to enhance the community and economic vitality in rural New York. 
A presence on the SUNY Cobleskill campus for more than 12 years, Dr. Ferguson has served in multiple roles in addition to his tenure as a professor in the Business Administration degree program. He served as the College’s inaugural chief diversity officer and has led the planning and implementation of many campus-wide initiatives, including serving as chair for SUNY Cobleskill’s 2017 Strategic Planning program. 
Outside of his experience at SUNY Cobleskill, Dr. Ferguson is an ambitious entrepreneur and business management professional, with successes to his credit ranging from small business start-ups to multinational, Fortune 500 companies. As an extension of his business ventures, he currently serves on the Schoharie County Chamber of Commerce’s Education Committee and is a former president of the Chamber’s Board of Directors. He also serves as president of the Cobleskill Auxiliary Services Board of Directors and vice president of the Canajoharie Central School District Board of Education. 
“Dr. Ferguson’s leadership qualities have served to enhance many facets of our institution, and he has played an instrumental role in defining and advancing the values of SUNY Cobleskill,” said Marion Terenzio, president of SUNY Cobleskill. “His expertise in economic and community development will be of great resource as the Institute for Rural Vitality continues to elevate its mission in the spirit of collaboration and stewardship.” 
The Institute for Rural Vitality was introduced in 2016 through a $749,000 grant from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and a unique partnership with Albany Law School. The Institute addresses the region’s most pressing issues in economic development and education, from college access and career readiness to legal support for agricultural businesses. Its distinct centers place SUNY Cobleskill students and faculty at the forefront of community partnerships and coalitions, adding their experience in support of these initiatives. 
SUNY Cobleskill was recently awarded an additional $761,141 through a USDA Agriculture Innovation Center grant. The Institute for Rural Vitality directed the funding to expand the services of the Farm & Food Business Incubator, a program offered in partnership with the Center for Agricultural Development & Entrepreneurship (CADE) to better equip growers and producers in the Mohawk Valley in addressing the farming industry's diversification and profitability challenges.
To date, the Institute has been instrumental in securing more than $6 million for community-based economic development projects and actively recruited a private partner poised to build an $84 million grow center on campus. The Institute’s commitment to regional development has recently been recognized by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) as the recipient of its 2019 Excellence and Innovation Award for Regional and Economic Development. 


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NYS Senator Oberacker is Guest Speaker at DelCo Chamber Event



The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce invites you to start your day with a productive and potentially profitable virtual learning opportunity, on Thursday, Feb. 18  from 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.  The Chamber's FREE  Third Thursday : Chamber Connects virtual Q & A live webinar is a terrific opportunity to participate in a leader-led conversation focused on building a better business and better business climate!
Stay current on what's happening in Delaware County and the region, and learn how to effectively pivot  toward a sustainable and thriving business model. 
The featured speaker for this event is New York State Senator Peter Oberacker, representing New York's 51st senate district - which includes the towns of most of Delaware County.
Senator Oberacker was elected in November and is the ranking member of the Senate Committee on Alcoholism & Substance Abuse and the Senate Committee on Internet & Technology.  Additionally, He also serves on the senate standing committees on education, health, higher education, and judiciary.
This event is sponsored by sfcu. sfcu is a full-service financial institution providing the tools and resources our members need to make banking easy and convenient. 
To register for this FREE visit delawarecounty.org or call 607.746.2281. Once registered, you will automatically be emailed a Zoom link to join the event.

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Plant Workshop at Landis

We're excited to introduce the first in a series of three informative and interesting classes to be presented by Chris Cash, popular recently retired SUNY Cobleskill Plant Science Professor.  

The other classes in the series will be scheduled soon, but now, we invite you to join us for What Is this Plant, and Will It Work for Me? by Zoom on Saturday, February 27, from 10:00 - 11:30 AM with flexibility for Q & A at the end. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS CLASS; registrations will receive the Zoom link prior to class. Click here to register by PayPal or if you prefer to avoid PayPal, contact us at info@LandisArboretum.org to pay by phone using your credit card.
 
In this first class, Chris will help you grow your knowledge of plants and what they need in order to thrive in our world. Plants have names and we need to start there. Chris will guide you into the world of plant names, suggested reference books, and online tools to identify and learn about plants. These are tools that casual gardeners and practicing botanists alike are using to identify plants.  Chris will also provide simple look at local 'plant communities' and how you might employ knowledge of plants and ecosystems to making your own garden selections and create a garden that works.

This workshop series will also include Roots and What's Underground (and Why It Matters), and The Importance of Soils to Your Happy Healthy Garden. Information on these sessions will be provided soon.
 
Instructor:  Chris Cash, Professor of Plant Science at SUNY Cobleskill, retired
Location: Zoom (registration required)
Members: $5/person; Nonmembers: $15/person

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