The Mountain Eagle

11/6/25

Future Authors at MCS

Written By The Mountain Eagle on 11/6/25 | 11/6/25

MIDDLEBURGH - Future authors are in the making at Middleburgh elementary school.

Twenty-eight students in grades 3–6 have brainstormed their first Book Club project — a nonfiction book titled “If I Could Be Any Animal?” to be published in June.

Each student will research, write, and illustrate their favorite animal. With a spooky spider snack to kick off their collaboration, these young writers are ready to bring their imaginations to life.

Photos Middleburgh Central School.

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Upcoming Events at the Gilboa Museum

Sunday, November 16, 11am-4pm: Holiday Boutique and the Small Works art show. Come by and stock up on Christmas gifts!

Sunday, November 16, 4:30-6:30pm: Opening Reception for Small Works Art Show, on through December 13.

Saturday, November 22, 1pm: Interview with Linda Hernick, Frank Mannolini & William Stein, co-authors of the Catskill Fossil Forest.

Saturday, December 6, 10am-4pm: Printmaking workshop with Amy Silberkleit. Free! Pre-registration required. Call or text (914)471-2127

Saturday, December 13, 2pm: Bottle & Shopping Bag Auction!

Sunday, December 14, 2pm: Movie: "Original Cast Album- Company" A film by D.A. Pennebaker.

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Updated Schoharie County Food Pantry Directory Released

SCHOHARIE – An updated 2025 directory of food pantries serving residents across Schoharie County has been compiled, detailing locations, hours, and contact information for those in need of assistance.

The list includes numerous community- and faith-based organizations. In the Cobleskill area, services are available at the First Baptist Church, Cobleskill United Methodist Church, and SCCAP on East Main Street. Richmondville residents can access pantries at Catholic Charities on State Route 7 and Paul's Lutheran Church on Main Street.

Resources in Middleburgh are available at St. Mark's Lutheran Church on Main Street and the Middleburgh Ecumenical Food Pantry on River Street. The directory also lists services in Breakabeen at the P. Keith Nelson Food Pantry; Central Bridge at Bethany Lutheran Church; Esperance at the Esperance Methodist Church; Gallupville at Sarah's Pantry; and Jefferson at the Jefferson Food Pantry.

Additional pantries are located in North Blenheim at the United Methodist Church; in Schoharie at the Schoharie Community Food Pantry; in Sloansville at the Schoharie Valley Gospel Church; and in Sharon Springs at the United Methodist Church.

Hours and service days vary significantly by location. Many pantries operate on specific days of the month or by appointment only. Residents seeking assistance are strongly advised to call the specific pantry they intend to visit in advance to confirm hours, availability, and any residential requirements.

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Who Enlightens and Aspires Schoharie County? 2025 Call For Nominations!

SCHOHARIE – The Schoharie Economic Enterprise Corporation (SEEC) invites the community to submit nominations for the 2025 ENLIGHTEN and ASPIRE Awards. This non-traditional recognition, offered by SEEC and its benefactors Dusty and Tom Putnam, celebrates the individuals and organizations who spark innovation, education, and growth across Schoharie County. Winners will be announced during SEEC’s annual Toast to the Town celebration in December.

Over the past three years, SEEC has received dozens of nominations from every corner of the county—showcasing the inspiring work happening across Main Streets, schools, farms, and cultural institutions. Two honorees are selected each year for their visionary leadership and contributions to community prosperity.

“We’ve been so pleased to learn about the incredible work happening throughout the county—from creative entrepreneurs to inspiring educators and mission-driven leaders,” said Tom Putnam, SEEC Chair and Founder of Fenimore Asset Management. “Each nominee reflects the spirit of Schoharie County—rooted in resilience and innovation.”

Award Categories

Enlighten Award

The ENLIGHTEN Award honors an individual or organization who fills educational gaps, champions lifelong learning, or sparks an intellectual movement that strengthens Schoharie County. These leaders think outside the box and build creative bridges from real-world challenges to long-term solutions.

2022 Winner: Schoharie River Center (John McKeeby)

2023 Winner: Tianna Kennedy (Catskills Agrarian Alliance)

2024 Winner: Stephanie Shultes (Iroquois Museum)

Aspire Award

The ASPIRE Award recognizes an individual or organization that has ascended or transcended in their industry through innovation and excellence. These honorees set best practices, foster growth, and uplift their community through dedication and vision.

2022 Winner: Tina Wellman (BrightDrive Healthcare Solutions)

2023 Winner: Wayward Lane Brewing

2024 Winner: Matthew Sloane (Middleburgh Central School District)

How to Nominate

Nominations are open now through November 20, 2025. To nominate an inspiring individual, business, or organization:

Email marketing@seecny.org

Or call 518-517-1700

Help SEEC honor the people and organizations who enlighten and aspire to make Schoharie County stronger, smarter, and more connected every day.

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Annual Halloween Parade at MCS

MIDDLEBURGH - Dozens of princesses, cowboys, skeletons, turtles, firefighters, dinosaurs, witches, and more characters marched in the annual Halloween parade at Middleburgh elementary school Friday afternoon.

The MCS high school marching band led the parade which circled the hill in front of the elementary school. Photos by David Avitabile.

The MCS marching band led the parade Friday.

The percussion section of the MCS band marches around the circle.

Some marchers decided to dance their way around the circle in front of the elementary school.

Wind gusts forced hat wearers to hold on Friday afternoon.

Some marchers were more serious than others at the parade.

The costumes were varied Friday.

Many of the costumes at the elementary school were very colorful.

The parade around the hill outside the Middleburgh elementary school is an annual tradition.

Some students went for glamour, some went for spooky.

There were even some "twins" in the parade Friday afternoon.

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Halloween Fun in M'burgh

Photos by David Avitabile

MIDDLEBURGH - Halloween spirit continued into November in Middleburgh as there was plenty of costumes, candy, music, food, games, pumpkins, cider, donuts, and community spirit on display at Timothy Murphy Park on Saturday. The effort was led by “RatRod” Harry Rode and Locomotions with many volunteers.

More than 20 vendors handed out candy and there was plenty of apple cider, cider donuts, pumpkins to carve, kids and adults in costumes on a day that featured bright sun followed by strong winds and stinging rain, followed by sun, and then wind and rain.

Pumpkin carving was one of the activities Saturday. Photos by David Avitabile.

Locomotions of Cobleskill was just one of more than 20 vendors Saturday at the Halloween community party in Middleburgh.

Kids and adults wore costumes Saturday.

This scary RC car spooked a lot of people at Timothy Murphy Park.

Mixed Tape was just one of the groups to play under the pavilion.

There was plenty of candy Saturday afternoon at Timothy Murphy Park in Middleburgh.

Volunteers brought out scores of pumpkins to carve.

Kids and adults got lots of candy to bring home.

Numerous visitors grabbed newspapers and candy at the Mountain Eagle booth.

There were more than a coven of witches and other spooky vendors in Middleburgh.

Music was one of the big attractions Saturday in Middleburgh.

More than 20 vendors lined up to hand out candy Saturday afternoon despite iffy weather in Middleburgh.

Spooky was the theme for costumes Saturday afternoon.

Someone was hoping for a Scooby Snack in Middleburgh.

Vendors were ready to give out candy Saturday afternoon at Timothy Murphy Park.

This "boy in a paint can" got a music lesson under the pavilion.

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Gilboa-Conesville/Roxbury Season Ends as Co-Champions

Gilboa-Conesville/Roxbury goal keeper David Cammer jumps for a save, snagging the ball out of the air early in the first period of Saturday’s game.

Gilboa-Conesville/Roxbury’s Gabe Allen and Edmeston’s Brock Redner contest ball possession.

Gilboa-Conesville/Roxbury’s Roni Grieco charges after the ball, about to collide with Edmeston Panther Landon Wust. Grieco had one goal and one assist in Saturday’s Section IV Boys Soccer 2025 Tournament Class “D” Championship game.

Garrison Ross winds up for a throw-in. Photos by Scott Keidong.

With the score tied 2-2 after the game’s two periods of regular play, Gilboa-Conesville Roxbury soccer Coach Ken Cox talks to his team before overtime play begins.

In the first of two overtime periods, Edmeston’s Nolan Fickbohm slides, unable to block the shot on goal by Gilboa-Conesville/Roxbury’s Dominic Grieco, but Panther goal keeper Sire Champen dives to make the save.

Gilboa-Conesville/Roxbury’s Chris Cox goes down trying to take the ball from Edmeston’s Landon Wust. Cox scored one of GCR’s two goals in Saturday’s game.

Gilboa-Conesville/Roxbury’s Roni Grieco heads the ball away from the GCR goal, defending against Edmeston’s Max Bolton, also jumping for the ball.

Gilboa-Conesville/Roxbury goal keeper David Cammer dives for the ball, the final penalty shootout kick by Edmeston’s Bradyn Hurlbutt.

The Gilboa-Conesville/Roxbury Boys Varsity Soccer Team was named Co-Champions after Saturday’s Section IV Boys Soccer 2025 Tournament Class “D” Championship game against the Edmeston Panthers in Sidney. The game was tied 2-2 after regular play and two overtime periods. There was a penalty shootout -- Edmeston scored three out of five penalty kicks, and Gilboa-Conesville/Roxbury scored on two of their five attempts. GCR finished their season as Delaware League Champions and Section IV Co-Champions. Edmeston advances to play in the regional finals.