The Mountain Eagle

3/20/24

Come Hear Fred Breglia at the Capital District Flower and Garden Expo

Written By The Mountain Eagle on 3/20/24 | 3/20/24

ESPERANCE — Come hear Fred Breglia, Landis executive director, at his always popular Flower and Garden Expo presentations!

Friday, March 22, 11am

Improving Soil for Better Results in All Locations

Friday, March 22, 1pm and Saturday, March 23,1pm

Big Trees Ancient Forests

Saturday, March 23, 11am

Promoting Health through Proper Pruning

While you're at the Expo, enjoy the many displays of garden plantings and hardscapes, and look at the whimsical garden items for sale - and don't forget to visit the Landis Arboretum table!

Advanced eTicket $14 ends 3/21/24 (includes tax)

General eTicket $17 online 3/22-3/24 (includes tax)

General Admission $17 at the door (includes tax)

2 Day Pass $25 at the door (includes tax)

3 Day Pass $37 at door or online (includes tax)

Children Under 10 Free with paid adult

Visit https://flowerandgardenexpo.com/ for more information or to purchase tickets online.

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M'burgh Village to Remove Ailing Spruce

MIDDLEBURGH - The Middleburgh Village DPW will remove a dying blue spruce from the Village Park that is situated at the intersection of Main and River Streets on Monday.

Removing the spruce will allow for greater sunlight for the smaller trees nearby and prevent damage to the flags located behind them.

When much smaller, elementary school children would hang Christmas decorations from the tree's branches. The students now decorate smaller trees in the Memorial Park on upper Main Street.

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MCS Craft Fair Set for Saturday

MIDDLEBURGH - The annual Middleburgh Central School National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society craft fair is scheduled for March 23, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Jr./Sr. High School. Each year, the event brings together local artisans and community members while benefiting students. Admission is free.

This year’s fair will feature a diverse range of handmade crafts, arts, and unique products. Community members will be able to shop for home decor, gifts, soaps and lotions, candles, dog treats, jewelry, art and more. Baked goods and other food items will also be available. Come hungry; food trucks from Annabel’s Pizza Co. and Big-n-Cheesy Grilled Cheese will be on site.

Raffles will be drawn at 2:30 p.m. (Winners do not need to be present.)

““It’s really exciting to see the range of skills and talents displayed by crafters of the Schoharie Valley,” said NHS and NJHS Advisor Maria Sime. “The variety of vendors at this craft fair offers something for everyone while supporting local artists and entrepreneurs. It is a fun, casual event that gives families a chance to get out of the house after a long winter!”

Proceeds benefit the year-end scholarships provided by the National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society.

For more information, contact Maria Sime, NHS & NJHS Advisor

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SEEC Hosts Successful Charette and Public Talk Featuring Esteemed Architect Rick Hauser

SCHOHARIE — Schoharie Economic Enterprise Corporation (SEEC) hosted a charette and public talk on March 12th led by renowned architect and Village of Perry, NY Mayor, Rick Hauser, representing his esteemed Downtown Studio of In. Site: Architecture. The event, a half-day drive-about the County Villages to gather insights was capped-off by his evening charette held at 287 Main, each an integral component of SEEC's Placemaking:

Curb Appeal Grant Program. Designed to engage and inspire community leadership and investors throughout Schoharie County, SEEC also held a drawing to win FREE InSite Architecture design consultation.

Highlighting the day was a captivating talk delivered by Rick Hauser, a $10,000,000 Downtown Revitalization Initiative winner. Hauser focused on the significance of "Public-Private-People Partnerships" (PPPP) in community development and stressed that it takes time, which may be counted in years, and highlighted many activities to build momentum. “We used to focus solely on our Main Street LLC concept but expanded the presentation to recognize it all begins with a plan, proposing many tactics and requires an entire community to implement.” Hauser added, “Our Downtown Studio and many case studies show the broad spectrum of initiatives needed

to realize progress.”

Attendees gained insights into the transformative power of placemaking, turning spaces into vibrant hubs that reflect shared values and aspirations. The talk not only educated but also empowered attendees, providing a platform for questions and discussions.

SEEC announced the winner of free consultation from In. Site Architecture. Offering valuable assistance in various areas including virtual consultations, facade sketches, and community guidance tailored to unique community assets and challenges, only attendees could enter the drawing. Congratulations to the winners J Lacy Unisex Hair Salon and Barber Shop and Love Shine Tea!

SEEC has recruited designers having a special interest in rural community development with first-hand knowledge of Schoharie County Main Streets. All Curb Appeal Program applications received by March 29th will be assigned a designer offering a FREE initial design consultation.

Learn more about the design consultants:

In.Site:Architecture: Offers a broad spectrum of expertise ranging from architecture to community organization. In. Site: Architecture is dedicated to catalyzing community development, implementing best practice design and fostering investment.

Sydney MacMillan: A background in Industrial Design and a wealth of experience in various design disciplines, Sydney MacMillan transformed 287 Main Schoharie from a bank to the SEEC headquarters, coworking and special event spaces.

Studio EKB: With over 15 years of architectural experience spanning residential, commercial, and institutional projects, Studio EKB will bring award winning urban design skills to Village-scale affordability.

SEEC encourages all interested parties to apply for the Curb Appeal Program to receive FREE valuable resources and expertise offered by these respected designers.

For more information and to apply, please visit SEECNY.ORG

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Bloomville Man Arrested on Drug Charges

BLOOMVILLE — Sheriff Craig DuMond announced the arrest of a Bloomville man and Andes man on drug charges.

On March 11, 2024, Sheriff’s Deputies assisted NYS Parole Officers with conducting a home visit at the Delaware County homeless shelter in Bloomville. During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the parolee was not at the residence and was violating his terms with parole. A vehicle was observed passing by with the parolee inside and a traffic stop was conducted. During the investigation and after utilizing K9 Dexter, the two occupants of the vehicle were found to be in possession of a quantity of fentanyl. As a result, Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 45-year-old Nehamiah Clark of Bloomville and 25-year-old Jordan Clark of Andes for criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 7th degree.

Both individuals were released on appearance tickets returnable to the Town of Kortright Court at a later date. Deputies were assisted on scene by New York State Parole and the New York State Police.

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Kids Comic Creation Lab

Pop Art painter, graphic designer and former professional comic-strip illustrator William Waggoner is offering for two workshops on the process of creating comics at the Headwaters Arts Center in conjunction with his exhibition ‘Loud But Unreadable.’ No previous drawing experience is required for either workshop, and participants will leave with completed comics that they drew! These exciting workshops will both take place at the Headwaters Arts Center at 66 Main St. in Stamford, NY on Saturday, April 6 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

During the Kids Comic Creation Lab from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, kids ages 5 – 12 will learn the basics of creating a comic story and how to make it come to life with their drawings. This two-hour session will cost $5 and include all materials. The afternoon session, from Sketch to Story from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM, is intended for participants ages 13 – adult. It will go further into techniques such as character development, paneling, pacing and dialogue integration. The fee for the afternoon session is $20 and will also include all materials.

Born and raised in central New Jersey, William Waggoner has been able to turn his self-taught talents for art into a sustainable career path when forays into other vocations proved unfulfilling. After receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications from Boston’s Emerson College, William worked in the Los Angeles film industry before returning to the East Coast, where he now resides.

Space is limited! Register now to bring your imagination to the page with William Waggoner at Headwaters Arts Center for a 2-hour comic making workshop. Registration and additional information is available at roxburyartsgroup.org or by calling 607-214-6040.

All programs offered by the Roxbury Arts Group are supported by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, the A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation, the Robinson Broadhurst Foundation, the Tianaderrah Foundation, the Delaware National Bank of Delhi, and by the generosity of business partners and community supporters.

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Early Voting

Early Voting at Delaware County Board of Elections, 97 Main St. Ste. 5, Delhi, NY 13753

Saturday, March 23- Saturday, March 30, 2024

Saturday, March 23 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday, March 24 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday, March 25 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 26 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Wednesday, March 27 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 28 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Friday, March 29 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 30 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

If a voter casts a ballot during early voting the voter will not be allowed to vote on Election Day or on a subsequent voting day of early voting.

Saturday, March 23: Last day for new voters to register in person to vote in Presidential Primary

April 1 Last day to apply in person or by agent for absentee ballot

Visit our website https://www.delcony.us/departments/elec/elec.htm

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What a Reception at Hawk + Hive

Artwork on display at Hawk + Hive Gallery by Christopher Gee

Hawk + Hive curator Jayne Parker with guest artist of the ‘Elsewhere’ exhibition Anthony Chase

Allan and Judith Maguire, Holly Cohen, Scott Hill, and Brook Alderson all in attendance to see this magnificent exhibition

By Robert Brune

ANDES — With hints of spring here in the northwest Catskills hamlet of Andes, Jayne Parker of Hawk + Hive Gallery curates an exhibition that attracted dozens of people with the opening reception of Christopher Gee and guest artist Anthony Chase.

Gee’s influences are as diverse as they are profound. Drawing from the rich tapestry of art history, he finds inspiration in Northern Renaissance painting, Folk Art, and the Romantic landscapes of Caspar David Friedrich. Yet, his works also bear the imprint of more contemporary influences, such as the naive paintings of Alfred Wallis. Literary influences, particularly the novels of Hermann Hesse and W.G. Sebald, further enrich Gee’s artistic vocabulary, infusing his paintings with layers of meaning and depth. In a world that often seems consumed by noise and distraction, Christopher Gee’s paintings serve as an oasis of quiet contemplation. Through his evocative imagery and masterful execution, he confidently invites us to pause, immerse ourselves in the stillness, and rediscover the beauty of solitude. In the enigmatic world of Gee’s paintings, time stands still, and the whispers of history call upon us to listen. In Gee’s website profile, he chooses the work of writer Robert Walser. In closing of the piece Gee uses to highlight his perspective, “An inexpressible silence rules the surround” an impactful way of helping to describe his environment of the London suburb of Essex, easily identifiable as the stillness of winters we experience in the Catskills. Gee shares his connection with the passage on his biography page, “Robert Walser is one of my favourite writers and this passage from one of his short stories (Berlin Stories) has stuck with me for a long time. I just feel it perfectly encapsulates the feeling and atmosphere I try to convey through my work, and I particularly like 'nothing disturbs his reverie' “

Years back, this reporter mixed with all sorts of journalists and reporters, but the most down to earth and kind reporter through my years in the DC area was Miguel Marquez of CNN. While collecting information for this piece on Gee, I noticed that Marquez liked several of Gee’s posts on Instagram. It turns out he is a big admirer of Gee’s work as he describes, “I met Christopher years ago when he was selling his work at a stall at the Broadway Market (my favorite London Saturday market). I love his work. His style and aesthetic resonate with me. I’m excited by his new work. He’s incorporating more color, and, for me, it really captures and communicates something essential about our world.” Marquez commissioned a fabulous painting of his German Sheppard, Monty, which can be found @miggymoo. Gee explains how he has been able to solely focus on his artwork, as some artists lean on alternative sources of income, “I have been working as a full-time artist for around 8 years now. Before this I was living in London for 13 years working for various museums and an auction house. My commissions help me to support myself full time, especially the dogs and cats. Ha”

Curator Jayne Parker included a piece by Anthony Chase, who lives in Delhi. The “Deimos Beckoning “2024 - 60”x36” pigmented lime plaster marble dust and iron paste, is a masterful work of art that glistens magnificently and is a great compliment to this exhibition. Chase describes this piece, “In these new paintings I’m exploring depth & mystery evoked in the tonal burnishing & luminescence of polished plaster and its counterpoint. As a longtime sailor I spent many nights gazing into the dark and experiencing the awe this evoked.” Chase will be having a solo show at Hawk + Hive Gallery August 3rd through to September 1st.

This exhibition includes a fantastic volume of work by Gee, including 22 pieces that drew a packed gallery of local artists and patrons from all around the Delaware County area. There’s just so much to appreciate in this prolific body of work. It will take this writer a few visits to fully appreciate the greatness that Parker has gifted us with in this showing.

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Delhi Man Arrested in Drug Investigation

Delhi – Today, Sheriff Craig DuMond announced the arrest of a Delhi man as a result of a drug investigation.

On March 12, 2024, during an investigation Sheriff’s Deputies found a controlled substance determined to be in the possession of Sean Gillespie, of Delhi. Sean was initially released pending the investigation.

Upon completion of the investigation Deputies located Gillespie with the assistance of the Delhi Police Department and arrested 25-year-old Sean Gillespie of Delhi for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th Degree.

Gillespie was released on an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Delhi Court at a later date.

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Four Arrested in Drug Investigation

DELHI — Sheriff Craig DuMond announced the arrest of 4 individuals as the result of a drug investigation.

On March 13, 2024, Sheriff’s Deputies assisted by the Delhi Police Department located an individual wanted in regards to a prior drug investigation that was pending criminal charges for possession of a controlled substance. He was located within a vehicle with 3 other individuals. During the course of the investigation, Deputies located a quantity of Fentanyl and drug paraphernalia within the vehicle and on the persons inside the vehicle.

As a result of the investigation, Deputies arrested:

25-year-old Sean Gillespie of Delhi for one count of Criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 3rd degree with intent to sell, a Class B Felony and criminal possession of drug paraphernalia in the 2nd degree, a Class A Misdemeanor.

27-year-old Marissa Peck of Andes for one count of Criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 3rd degree with intent to sell, a Class B Felony and criminal possession of drug paraphernalia in the 2nd degree, a Class A Misdemeanor and criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 7th degree, a Class A misdemeanor.

32-year-old Shaun Carman of Delhi for one count of Criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 3rd degree with intent to sell, a Class B Felony and criminal possession of drug paraphernalia in the 2nd degree, a Class A Misdemeanor.

27-year-old Erin Hubbell of Margaretville for one count of Criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 3rd degree with intent to sell, a Class B Felony and criminal possession of drug paraphernalia in the 2nd degree, a Class A Misdemeanor.

All arrested persons were transported to the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office to await Centralized Processing Arraignment.

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Livestock Foundation Grant Deadline April 1

BOVINA — The deadline for our first annual Community Grant Program is in two weeks on Monday, April 1.

The Community Grant provides project-based financial support to local organizations that share our goal to protect and promote the human, economic, and natural resources of Bovina, NY, and its surrounding communities. The grant program was created to inspire collaboration amongst local organizations in order to further our shared missions.

In our inaugural season two $5,000-10,000 grants will be awarded for qualifying projects submitted by a Delaware County, NY-based registered 501(c)3 nonprofit or tax-exempt public charitable, religious, or municipal organization through our open-call process.

You can find the application and full details at livestockfoundation.org/community-grant-program.

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Logic and Structure Exhibition Opening Reception

Beth Caspar explains her work in relation to the kimono is broken up into segments

Robert James and Becca Andre at the Logic & Structure opening reception

By Robert Brune

MARGARETVILLE — Normally the world of mathematics and model theory aren’t paired with the world of art. The current show at Art Up makes a case for their having some connections. In Logic and Structure artists Beth Caspar and Wanda Siedelka, architect Robert James, and mathematician Roman Kossak have collaborated on a concept and done many variations on this starting point. In fact, a starting point and the variations explored brings forth a great variety of expressions in sculpture, drawings, photos and even video. Wanda produces several images based on the shape of regions of Sicily. Robert produced variations on an image of Piranesi. Beth worked with color geometry, hard edged and soft and even a kimono image.

This collective of friends that were involved in this exhibition had all been involved with the Painters Gallery which closed in 2018. Wanda Seidlecka and her husband Roman Kossak a mathematician (City University of New York Graduate School and University Center) continued to keep in close contact with Caspar and James. This group has had workshops and carried on a conversation of logic and structure for several years. They reached a point of developing a study on this topic published in Theoria, the Swedish philosophy journal, in 2020.

At the opening reception, this past Saturday at Art Up, the artists took turns talking about their perception of what they’ve learned from each other. Beth Casper shares her thoughts on her work and the exhibition, “Isomorph of a Kimono. Since that one is freshest in my mind, I think it will be the easiest for me to explain. First of all, there were three criteria to consider in the isomorphism challenge: structure, elements, and relations. However, the choice as to what each of those would be left entirely up to each participant. So, in Kimono, the structure I chose was a kimono; the elements are pattern pieces, 6 of which compose the kimono; and the relation is where the pattern pieces are joined. At the talk I said that my solution was the most simplistic because I chose only one element and one relation, whereas Bob and Wanda chose more than that in theirs.

The resulting isomorphic structure, although completely” Abstract art is often a challenge to describe because it is frequently derived from an emotion or instinctual inspiration, though there is also the element of intentional construct and dimensional work of planning that would go into any work of art, in varied degrees. Casper explains how this group study has expanded her understanding and process of creating art, “Although the work I’ve done for all of the Logic & Structure challenges isn’t like the work I normally do in the studio, it has always employed simple shapes and patterns, the two things that have been the basis of my practice for over thirty years.

It’s been interesting and enjoyable to apply what I most love as a visual artist in a very different context.” This seems to be a great exploration and evolutionary element as presented in each of the artists' work.

This exhibition runs through Sunday March 31 Friday-Sunday (Open on holiday Mondays)

See: @artupmargaretville on Instagram for more details

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Pistol League Scores

Individual High Scores and Team Match Scores Week XX; 03/15/2024 Matches

Last match of the season.

Oneonta defeated Delhi: 1061-11X to 993-7X

Stamford defeats Sidney: 1119-15X to 1061-12X

High Shooters for Stamford were : Steve Baker 287-4X; John Wyckoff 285-6X; Jim Hitt 274-2X; and Gus Mueller 273-3X

High Scores for Sidney were: Vinny Guglielmo 277-3X; Mike Terzo 264-4X; Eddie Cotton 267-3X; and Connor Sherman 257-1X

Walton defeats Rockdale: 1079-15X to 985-12X

Win/Loss Record:

Stamford 19-1

Walton: 17-3

Oneonta: 11-9

Sidney: 7-13

Rockdale: 4-16

Delhi: 2-18

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Delaware County Inmate Arrested

Delhi - Today Sheriff Craig S. DuMond announced the arrest of A Delaware County Inmate.

On Friday, March 8, 2024, Investigators of the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office received information that an inmate identified as 48-year-old Deanna Besser of Brooklyn NY was a fugitive from the State of Pennsylvania. Investigators say that Besser had outstanding warrants from the State of Pennsylvania for failure to appear on a total of sixteen separate charges not related to the charges for which Besser was originally confined at the Delaware County Correctional Facility.

At the conclusion of their investigation, Sheriff’s Investigators arrested Besser on a Fugitive from Justice complaint. Besser was later arraigned at the Delaware County CAP court and was remanded back to the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending extradition back to the State of Pennsylvania.

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Cooperstown Woman Arrested on Bench Warrant

DELHI — Sheriff Craig S. DuMond announced that a Cooperstown, New York woman was arrested on a Bench Warrant issued by the Town of Davenport for Failure to appear.

On February 13th, 2024, The Town of Davenport had issued a Bench Warrant for the arrest of Samone Wilson, age 34 of Cooperstown, New York for failing to appear in the Town of Davenport on previous charges.

On the afternoon of March 13th, 2024, Deputies were notified by the City of Oneonta Police Department that they had located Wilson. Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the City of Oneonta Police Department where Wilson was arrested on the bench warrant for Failure to appear. Wilson was transported back to the Sheriff’s Office for processing and held at Centralized Arrangement pending her court appearance.

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Come Hear Fred Breglia at the Capital District Flower and Garden Expo

Written By The Mountain Eagle on 3/20/24 | 3/20/24

M'burgh Village to Remove Ailing Spruce

MCS Craft Fair Set for Saturday

SEEC Hosts Successful Charette and Public Talk Featuring Esteemed Architect Rick Hauser

Bloomville Man Arrested on Drug Charges

Kids Comic Creation Lab

Early Voting

What a Reception at Hawk + Hive

Delhi Man Arrested in Drug Investigation

Four Arrested in Drug Investigation

Livestock Foundation Grant Deadline April 1

Logic and Structure Exhibition Opening Reception

Pistol League Scores

Delaware County Inmate Arrested

Cooperstown Woman Arrested on Bench Warrant

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