UPDATE: Burglary Suspect Arrested After Firing at Deputies

As a result of the ongoing investigation into the incidents involving James  Hartley, age 38, of Ashland, N.Y. that ended in the early morning hours of  December 29th, Hartley was formally charged today with (2) counts of Attempted  Murder of a Police Officer in the First degree, a Class A-II Felony, (1) count of  Burglary in the Second Degree with a Deadly Weapon, a Class C Felony, (1) count  of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, and (1) count of Criminal  Possession of a Forged Instrument in the First Degree. 

Deputies who had been  searching for Hartley in regards to an unrelated Burglary, had observed footprints  in the snow leading to a vacant residence. It is alleged that Hartley fired several  rounds from a 30-30 caliber rifle at Deputies who were approaching the  residence. 

As Deputies took cover and were waiting for assistance, Hartley exited  the residence unarmed and was taken into custody. A search warrant was  subsequently executed at the residence which resulted in the recovery of the  aforementioned rifle. At the time of his arrest, Hartley was also found in  possession of a quantity of forged U.S. currency. 

Hartley was arraigned in the  Town of Catskill Court by Judge Jacobs and remanded back to the Greene County  Jail without bail pending further court appearances. The Sheriff’s Office was  assisted by The State Police, The Greene County District Attorney’s Office, and  Greene County Probation. 

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Snowshoe CANCELLED for January

Still scheduled for Sunday, February 13 and March 13

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Don’t let Old Man Winter keep you indoors! Join us for an invigorating afternoon of winter fun and learn how to “walk on snow.” We will teach you about the different types of snowshoes and all the basic skills you need to enjoy the serenity and unique beauty of winter on snowshoes. Adult and children’s snowshoes are available, so arrive early if you need them, or bring your own. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear a sturdy pair of boots. No snow? We’ll take a hike. Click here to register in advance using PayPal or a credit card, or pay at the gate.

Location: Meet at the Farm House Welcome Center; free parking in the lot across from the entry gates

Members: $5/person, $15/family. Non-members: $10/person, $25/family.

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National Seed Swap Day 2022

National Seed Swap Day 2022

The Schoharie Master Gardeners will be holding their annual seed swap on January 29, 2022, from 10am-Noon at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 173 South Grand Street, Cobleskill, NY 12043. Participants are encouraged (but not required) to bring seeds to swap and there will be plenty for people to take home. Seeds will include vegetables, herbs, and flowers. There will also be gardening books to swap. Masks will be mandatory.

 

If you have questions, you can email Jessica Holmes at jmh452@cornell.edu or call 518-234-4303 ext. 119.

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Local SUNY Potsdam Students Named to President's List

The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 887 students to the President's List, in recognition of their academic excellence in the Fall 2021 semester.

To achieve the honor of being on the President's List, each student must have satisfactorily completed 12 numerically-graded semester hours, with a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.

The students included:

Isaiah-Eli Van Buren of Schoharie, NY, whose major is Music Education

Joshua Walther of Middleburgh, NY, whose major is English & Creative Writing

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Agricultural experts to share research, best practices, and recent trends virtually

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County, in partnership with the Watershed Agricultural Council, will be hosting the 19th annual Catskill Regional Agriculture Conference via Zoom from Tuesday to Thursday, January 11-13, 2022. Join farmers from around the region for this premier agricultural event. Our top-notch speakers will be presenting timely information about dairy, livestock, horticulture, grazing management, honey production and more.

Attendees can join in from the comfort and safety of their home or office. Participation is free. Registration is required to access the Zoom links. Attendees may choose to follow a single track or mix and match sessions that are of interest which include the following topics:

DAIRY: Fostering a Culture of Excitement and Motivation for the Farm’s Future, The Best Offense is a Great Defense:  Managing Dairy Cattle for Healthy Immune Systems, Transition Cow Tips to Win the Game

LIVESTOCK: Dealing with Dystocia:  Calving Emergencies and Newborn Care, Doctor, What Strange Love? Or How I Learned to Love the (dairy) Barn, Low-Cost Outdoor Beef and/or Small Ruminant Winter Shelter and Feed Management, Marketing Your Wool: production, Preparation, and Accessing the Market

GRAZING: Incorporating Annual Forages to the Grazing Plan, Pasture Soil Health Management, Managing Livestock Responsibly in Brush and Woodland Settings 

HORTICULTURE: What to Do When It All Goes Wrong, Please Stop Here!: The Successful Roadside Stand, From the Ground Up: Exploring Soil Health

HONEY: Introduction to Beekeeping and Marketing the Products of the Hive

For more information about the sessions, speakers, or the conference itself, please visit ccedelaware.org/crac or call Kim Holden at 607-865-7090, ext. 241. Pre-registration is requested by January 10th.

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities. The Watershed Agriculture Council is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer and is funded by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection, U.S. Forest Service, U.S.D.A., and other sources.

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SUNY COBLESKILL ANNOUNCES POSTPONEMENT OF WOMEN’S BASKETBALL GAME VERSUS MOUNT HOLYOKE COLLEGE

The SUNY Cobleskill Department of Sport & Exercise announced today that the Fighting Tigers women's basketball away game versus Mount Holyoke College originally scheduled to be played on Wednesday January 5 at South Hadley, Mass. has been postponed due to recently enacted health and safety protocols.  

The Fighting Tigers and Lyons athletic departments will announce at a later date when the game will be rescheduled.   

For further information regarding Fighting Tigers athletic team schedule adjustments please check out the athletic program's website at http://fightingtigers.cobleskill.edu 

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2021 Leaderful Delaware Class Graduates

DELHI - On Monday, Dec. 20, the 2021 Leaderful Delaware Class completed a nine-month program which provided participants with tools and techniques to address critical issues facing Delaware County and their communities.

The program, an initiative of the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce,  used lectures, discussion groups, personal introspection, and panel discussions featuring community leaders to assist participants in identifying potential opportunities for community development. The innovative curriculum used in the program is based on scientific theories of organizational and community leadership. 

Leaderful Delaware is an alternative to the traditional leadership model and calls on leaders to be concurrent, collective, collaborative, and compassionate.  Strategies included effective facilitation, dialogue skills, active listening skills, managing conflict, intercultural competence, leadership styles,  and peer coaching. 

All participants were selected for the program, 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.

For information on enrollment in the 2022 Leaderful Delaware class, to begin in Spring 2022 call 607-746-2281.

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Upcoming at the Mountain Top Library

Tuesday, January 4th, 2 pm "Tai Chi Tuesdays":  Experience meditation in motion in this new weekly series. All skill levels are welcome.

Tuesday, January 4th, 2 pm - 4 pm: "Get Started with the Library's Free E-Resources." We want to help you with Hoopla & Overdrive. No appointment necessary, just bring your phone, laptop, or tablet, and you will be on your way to FREE e-books, streaming audiobooks, movies, magazines, music, and more!

Wednesday, January 19th,  10 am - 2 pm: "Senator Michelle Hinchey's Staff Mobile Office Hours": Meet one-on-one with Senator Hinchey's constituent services team, where local residents can get assistance with a problem or share their perspectives on issues facing our district. 

Weekly / Ongoing

FREE Face Masks Available at the Mountain Top Library, Courtesy of Greene County Emergency Services. Stop in and get your mask today!

Fresh off the Press! Pick up your copy of  "Simply Homemade," a community cookbook compiled by the Mountain Top Library. Your $15 donation will support the Mountain Top Library & will make a great gift to you or someone you love!

The Great Giveback is BACK! The Mountain Top Library Is Collecting Non-Perishable & Personal Care Products for the Tannersville Food Pantry! Bring Your Donations To the Library During Our Hours of Operation. If You Have Any Questions, Please Call Us @ 518-589-5707

The "Book & Tote Bag Sale" Continues! While supplies last - Fill a Stewart's Shops Tote Bag with books from the Mountain Top Library Book Sale for ONLY $8. 

Every Third Friday of the Month - "Get Assistance with Healthcare": A Representative from the Healthcare Consortium will be available to meet at The Mountain Top Library from 1 -4 pm. Please call to arrange an appointment at 518-822-9600 ext. 300

Community Recovery Group:  Fill up your empowerment tool box &  inquire about this opportunity for recovery, growth, and support, presented by the Mountain Top Cares Coalition. Contact Mary Ellen @ 518-410-4175 or Email MaryEllenHoltzman1@gmail.com

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Two Greene County Residents Arrested for Burglaries

The Greene County Sheriff’s Office arrested Maria Uvino, age 30, and James Hartley, age 38,

both of Ashland. Uvino and her boyfriend, Hartley, had been the suspects in several burglaries in the Ashland area over the last few weeks. 

On December 27th a home owner heard someone in his attached garage trying to forcibly enter his kitchen, when he yelled, the perpetrators fled into a wooded area behind the residence. A GCSO Deputy, who was nearby, arrived immediately thereafter and saw the perpetrators in the woods. The Deputy entered the woods and gave chase, ultimately apprehending Uvino. 

A search continued for Hartley, who had made multiple threats to shoot police officers via phone and social media, throughout the next two days. The search concluded at approximately 3:00am this morning, 12/29/21, when Deputies found tracks in the snow leading to a vacant house on CR 10 also in Ashland. As Deputies approached the house, Hartley fired several rounds through the windows at them. A perimeter was established around the house and contact was made with Hartley who subsequently surrendered without further incident. Uvino was charged with Burglary 2nd degree, 2 counts of Felony Criminal Mischief, and 1 count of Possession of Stolen Property- she was arraigned before Judge Jacobs, T/Catskill Court, and was committed to the Greene County jail in lieu of $50,000 bail/ $100,000 bond on 12/27/21. 

Hartley was arrested on a Warrant for Burglary 2nd and 2 counts of Felony Criminal Mischief and arraigned before Judge Lawyer, T/Ashland Court on 12/29/21 – Hartley was committed to the Greene County Jail with no bail. The investigation remains ongoing and multiple further charges with regards to the events this morning are forthcoming. The Sheriff’s Office was assisted by The State Police, The Greene County District Attorney’s Office and Greene County Probation.

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Message of Hope by Sister Chirya: Keeping the Inner Light Bright

We have to think about how we can focus on and be instrumental for our own transformation.  To think about the transformation of others is a waste of time.  Remember, “When I change, the world changes.”  Transformation comes from keeping God’s company. He is not only the Supreme Soul; He is my Father, Teacher, Friend, Guide.  Keeping His company brings transformation in the self.  I must not waste my time getting caught up in concerns about the body, other people or anything of the world.  Let me be free from any kind of tension and pay attention to staying connected to God’s light. The inner strength and power I receive brings transformation within.  Seeing my transformation, others will have love for me.  

 

So let’s get started. Well-being is a skill. It needs cultivating. Get into the habit of exercising your mind in order to keep it healthy.  Everything, which means everything, in our life begins with our thoughts.  Every thought creates vibrations. Vibrations are like sound waves; no obstacles can stop their radiation. To exercise the mind means creating a pure positive thought and holding stable that feeling and thought.  This means if I need peace, I can emerge and hold on to that thought and feel the light of peace within for however long I want.  This daily practice prepares one to deal with difficult times.  

 

Get into the intermittent daily habit of simply closing your eyes and taking 10 deep breaths. Look within and increase your awareness - the capacity to know what your mind is doing. Stop now and then for a moment to practice and become aware of the quality of your thoughts.   Check and change them when necessary.  Daily, consciously choose the quality of your thoughts - accentuate the positive, eliminate the negative and throw away the waste.   As is my thinking, so are my actions and experiences in life.  Value what you have regardless of how little it may seem to you. Count your blessings. Who knows how long you will have them! 

 

Each day create and nurture good vibrations within and silently touch everyone with your bright inner light. We have received a very clear path. I simply have to walk on this path I see in my mind and show it to others.  When we do this the darkness of ignorance in the world now will be dispelled.

 

Contact: Yvonne Chirya Risely  bkchirya@gmail.com   chirya.risely@peacevillageretreat.org

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Roxbury Fire District Meeting Notice

Please take notice that the organizational meeting for the Roxbury Fire District of the Townof Roxbury, County of Delaware, NY, will be held on the 13th day of January 2022 at 7:00pm at the Roxbury Fire House, located at 53613 State Highway 30, Roxbury, NY 12474. 

This notification is being given to the news media pursuant to the provisions of Section 94 of the Public Officers Law of the State of NY by order of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Roxbury Fire Department.

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New data show health care providers increasingly Ask, Advise and Assist smokers in quitting

Albany, NY: New NYS Department of Health data show an increase in health care providers working with patients to quit smoking. 

More than three-quarters of smokers who saw their provider in 2019 reported that their doctor advised them to quit smoking—a 12.5% increase from 2014. More than half reported that their doctor offered assistance to quit—a 23.3% increase from 2014. Smokers who receive assistance from their physicians double their odds of successfully quitting.

Dr. Ronald Pope, Columbia Memorial Health Vice President of Medical Services, Care Centers, said: “Helping patients to stop smoking is an important goal for our care team. CMH providers can offer several options to help smokers kick the habit and improve their health and quality of life.”

Despite the increased communication around the health effects of smoking, there is still more work to be done. The Twin Counties’ adult smoking rate was a third higher than the statewide average in 2018. Smoking rates are particularly high among New Yorkers of low socio-economic status, lower education and those with behavioral health issues. 

Columbia County Mental Health Center integrated questions about clients’ smoking status into their intake process in 2019. 

“Forty percent of all cigarettes in the United States are consumed by individuals who live with mental illness or substance abuse disorders,” Tobacco Cessation Specialist Rose Aulino said. “Because of that, nicotine dependence has been a real focus of treatment for us. The results have been encouraging.” 

Smokers that are interested in quitting are encouraged to talk to their healthcare provider about what nicotine replacement therapy and/or counseling options are available. You can also call the New York State Smokers’ Quitline at 1-866-697-8487 to receive free nicotine patches and be connected with a quit coach. 

Tobacco-Free Action of Columbia & Greene Counties is a nonprofit organization funded by the NYS Department of Health that advocates for policy change to reduce exposure to secondhand smoke, make tobacco products less visible and accessible, and make tobacco use more expensive, less convenient, and less socially acceptable.

Columbia Memorial Health is an advanced multi-specialty healthcare system serving more than 100,000 residents in Columbia, Greene and Dutchess counties at more than 40 primary care and specialty care centers. In addition, CMH’s inpatient hospital, located in Hudson, has served our region since 1893 and is one of the most innovative and technically advanced facilities in the Hudson Valley. Columbia Memorial Health, Albany Med, Saratoga Hospital and Glens Falls Hospital are part of the Albany Med Health System, the largest locally governed health system in the region. Learn more at www.columbiamemorialhealth.org

To learn more about the Columbia County Mental Health Center and the services offered, please visit www.columbiacountymhc.com

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Review: New Braunfels Chocolate

Late this year, we received a request to review some chocolate from the New Braunfels Smokehouse. Chocolate? From a smokehouse? We were as surprised as you may be.

We said yes, and two weeks later some chocolate turtles arrived on our doorstep, sealed with a cooling pack to keep it from melting. The chocolate, almond, caramel combination is one that we've had quite a few times in the past, but these were good.

In fact, we were so impressed by the chocolate, we brought the individually-wrapped turtles to Thanksgiving where they became a sweet hit.

Find more info below:

https://www.nbsmokehouse.com/

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Middleburgh Library News

 

1/1 - New Years Day - The library will be closed to celebrate the holiday

 

1/4 - 1:00-4:00 PM - Mahjong - In our Community Room.  Mahjong or mah-jongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. Come join our friendly group of players for a fun afternoon of conversation and Mahjong. Never played? Not a problem! They are happy to teach you. Meet in the Community Room. No registration required.

 Please check our calendar on our website at www.middleburghlibrary.info for future programs.  Also, don't forget our Facebook page.

Masks are now required for everyone coming into the library.  Vaccinated or Unvaccinated.  Thank you.

 

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Ashland Speaks by Lula Anderson

Happy New Year to all!  I hope and pray that 2022 will be a much better year.  We had so many hopes for this year and then ......... New illnesses, more deaths, car repairs, a tree falling in my back yard, need I say more?  We all keep hoping that the New Year will bring a change that is good.  Let us all keep our expectations high, and hope for the best that life has to offer.

I made several spelling errors last week for which I deeply apologize.  My spell check doesn't always work well.  I write phonetically, and sometimes I can't figure out names and places.  

Greetings from Jim Kelderhouse from South Carolina.  He is fine, but he's not in the Catskills.  Jim and family lived in Cornwallville and Windham.

The Pastor in Ashland has been doing a series on Going Home and the emotions felt when you return to the place of your youth.  On Christmas Eve, Jesus was home at the church.  Were you there, or on the outside looking in?  Have you found your home?  Did you spend your Christmas reliving memories of happier Christmases?  Have you started any new traditions for your family?  The end of the year is a time to remember while the New Year is a time to make changes.

I heard that Deacon Peter is finally slowing down a little.  Good for him.  

Prayers for Jerry Lawrence of Lexington and for Ken Smith who is in Florida.  Sympathy to the Holister family of Hunter.  Many are scheduled for surgery in the very near future.  Please keep them in your prayers.

It's time to make New Year's resolutions.  Have you made any yet?  

AS I REMEMBER IT

Christmas is a time for family celebrations and making memories.  I look around, and find this generation's families not even talking to each other.  Husband, wife, both in different rooms in front of separate televisions, playing video games.  Each child has his own bedroom with television and at least one game console.  A house full of people, with no communication.  No smells coming from the kitchen because it's easier to do take out.  We each have our our cell phone, so we text each other when we need something.  No personal interaction.

When we were young, we went outside and played with our siblings.  Father would harness the horses to the sled and we'd go to Creamery Pond to ice skate.  We had a huge bonfire to keep our feet warm.  We brought blankets to snuggle under.

Each town had a band and baseball team.  We would learn  to play together and have friendly competitions with our neighbors.  The churches all had a youth group and we would go roller skating, or have dances.  The Catholic Church had a basketball court and kids would gather there.  

Even at home, families would get together and while the adults talked and "did their thing" in the parlor, the kids would be upstairs playing and horsing around.  We would sleep 4 to 5 in a bed, or on sofas or on ;blankets on the floor.  We looked forward to being with our cousins.  Each would bring a toy to share and play with.  We would play hide and seek in the closets, attic and cellars.  We had scavenger hunts, family against family with things that were previously hidden.  We were always sociable.  We did family activities, we did church activities, we did activities with friends.  Sam Carpenter's father used to take a group of kids down to the bowling alley or the skating rink.  Families didn't sign a waiver for their child to get in his car, they just let the kids go.  We trusted our neighbors, and we had fun together.  Now everyone is scared to have their children out of their sight, except if they are home, in their room, playing video games, by themselves.

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Cobleskill Library News

Come start a new chapter with us! Starting in the new year The Community Library is officially fine free for late items. Borrowers will still be responsible for fees on lost and damaged items. Items will go into lost earlier. A patron’s card will be blocked and unable to be used until those lost items are returned. Library Director Kim Zimmer said, “Like other libraries across the country eliminating fines decreases barriers and increases access to resources for our community. By going fine free we are ensuring that libraries are for everyone resulting in a strong community.” Late fine donations are still welcome. 

Reminder the Community Library card holders have access to Ancestry remotely through December 2021. At the beginning of the new year Ancestry will no longer be available off site. In Library use is a return to the company’s prepandemic policy. Visit our website for access, you will need your Library card. https://communitylibrary.mvls.info/research-2/ 

 

Tuesdays in January join your neighbors and make new friends during the Tuesday Knitters group! You can find them downstairs in the Program Room at 1pm until 3pm. This is a new time. Bring your own supplies and learn something new while you chat, listen or just get in your zone. 

 

Friday, January 7 and 21 Storytime at 11 am in the Program Room downstairs. Join us for stories and a craft. 

 

Friday., Jan. 7 Fan Favorites Book Club 12:00 pmThe January meeting of our new Fan Favorites Club will focus on books written during or about “The Gilded Age” in America, the period between 1870 and 1900 that is the focus of the new HBO series premiering in January. Participants can share recommendations of favorite authors and books associated with this period or just listen, learn, and be inspired by others’ recommendations. Register online at https://bit.ly/FanFavesJan2022 

 

Tues., Jan. 11 Short Fiction Workshop 6:00 pm Our newly reinvigorated writing group will next meet at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, January 11 to participate in writing exercises and offer supportive feedback on group members’ short fiction works-in-progress. Returning members will share their progress on last month’s writing prompt, but new members are very much welcome to join us. Register at https://bit.ly/SFWJanuary2022 

 

Thursday, January 13^th at 1pm Library Board of Trustees. The Board meets downstairs in the Program Room and meetings are open to the public. 

 

Thurs., Jan. 20 Poetry Reading and Workshop with Matthew Burns 6:00 pm The Community Library is pleased to welcome award-winning poet Matthew Burns for a combination poetry reading and workshop on Thursday, January 20th at 6:00 pm at the library. Mr. Burns will read from his recently published poetry collection, Imagine the Glacier, and present a mini-workshop on how to engage with and appreciate poetry. Sponsored through a grant from Poets & Writers, Inc. This event is funded in part by Poets & Writers with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. 

 

Thurs., Jan. 27 Intro to Crochet for Absolute Beginners 5:30 pmJoin The Community Library for a basic crochet class presented by talented local crochet artist Kristi Goodrich. Kristi will provide an easy-to-follow introduction to the fundamental crochet skills necessary to get first-timers started on simple, fun projects. This course will also provide the basics necessary to attend the intermediate crochet program scheduled for February. All required supplies will be provided, so please register in advance so we can have enough kits for all participants. Ages 8 and up welcome. Register online at https://bit.ly/CommunityLibraryCrochet 

 

Battle of the Books is on for Radez and Golding students. Visit the display in the Lobby to pick up your next title. 

 

Looking for something for something fun and different for the family over the Christmas break? The Library has museum passes for The Adirondack Experience at Blue Mountain Lake (50% discount off admission for four adults or two adults and two children), The Albany Institute of History & Art (family pass admission for two adults and two children), The Empire Pass provides car access to NYS Parks, The Iroquois Indian Museum (admission for two adults), and miSci (50% discount off admission for two adults and four children). One pass can be checked out for 7 days with your library card but they can’t be used for special events at these locations. Please check each location for specific COVID requirements prior to visiting. 

 

Holiday Hours: In observance of the New Year holiday the Library will be closed on January 1.  

 

The Library hours are Tuesday 10-8pm, Wednesday 10-5pm, Thursday 10-8pm, Friday 10-5pm and Saturday 10-1pm. 

 

The Library continues to require masks at all times for everyone age 2 and over regardless of vaccination status. Curbside pickup is available, give us a call to schedule your pickup. Items can be ordered through the online catalog or by calling the Library. To request items online log into your account with the barcode on the back of your library card. Your pin is the last 4 digits of your phone number. Don’t have a card, stop into the Library with your id and a piece of mail with your current address and complete a library card application. 

 

Follow us on social media for library news, event information, volunteer opportunities, new book announcements and more! Facebook: @TheCommunityLibraryCobleskill  Instagram: commlibcobleskill   Twitter: @CommLibCOB 

 

We are aware of an issue with our phone system when trying to reach the Library the line just rings. We are working to resolve the issue. If your call does not go through please consider emailing us.  Library Contact: 518.234.7897, coblib@mvls.info or cob-director@mvls.info 

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Whittling Away - Resolution Time

    It's that time of the year again, resolution time.  A whole brand new year ahead of us and we get stuck with homework!  I suppose I could cheat and just copy over last year's since I didn't use them much but I refuse to be a shirker.  Last years were pretty much the same as the year before which were pretty much as the year before that and so on for as long as I can remember.  You know the ones, they are the same ones that most adults make--losing weight, saving money, exercising more, less television and more books--same old junk.  You list them with good intentions and start out in good faith only to see most of them fade by the end of January.  They usually die a quiet, hardly noticed, death only to be revived with the dawning of a new year.  I don't like breaking promises, even if they're promises to myself so I've been thinking of coming up with some more creative self-improvement ideas.  The old ones sure would be nice and I'll include them again but given their past track record I don't have a lot of hope for their success.  Now, to come up with ones that I can try to keep all year long.

     Let's see, I could improve my dental health by trying not to grit my teeth when I hear the phrase, "Fake Media";  when the batteries go in the remote control I won't replace them, that should lead to several more miles walked each week;  I will try to eliminate one "I wish--" from each day;  I will look through my file of daily problems until I can find at least one that I can smile or maybe even laugh about;  I will bring a smile to someone who doesn't have one at the time-- people who are family count;  a moment each day will be spent being "childish" and enjoying all that is good about that state;  I will remember that my spouse is my best friend also and do one "best friend" thing for her daily;  I will avoid disappointment and not enter any more beauty pageants;  I will enjoy the aging process and realize that no matter what I do, it isn't reversible and is much better than the alternative that would replace it.

     That should do it, now I think I'll type my resolutions up and post them where I'll see them daily and be reminded.  I'll put a copy in the refrigerator, I look in there frequently.  The steering wheel would be another good place, I spend a lot of time running around each day.  I'll tape another copy on the floor near the spot on the bed where I sit for my daily wrestling match with my socks.  I thought about taping one on the mirror in the bathroom but I realized that the older I get, the less time I spend looking in the mirror, I no longer want to see what it wants to show me.  I might tape a copy to each doorway so that when I go into a room and can't remember why I went in there, I can at least better myself while I'm trying to recall my lost mission.

     Well, I guess I'm ready for the New Year, so bring it on.  I'm sure that like all the others, it's gonna be a doozy and has to be better than the one it's replacing

     Thought for the week--Always remember you're unique, just like everyone else.

     Until next week, may you and yours be happy and well.

       whittle12124@yahoo.com     

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The Prattsville Scoop by Abby and Gabby

PRATTSVILLE – Happy and Healthy New Year.  Trust your Christmas celebrations were filled with family, friends and love. 

Visitors from near and far filled local homes with family and friends.  Arkansas, Cooperstown, Cherry Valley, East Durham, were some of the towns and states sending visitors to our area.  Driveways were packed with visitors’ cars and homes were resounding with conversations, seasons greetings and the clinking of glasses, even family pets joined the festivities.  Happy for all that the holidays were somewhat back to normal.  But please be careful and intelligent about following health guidelines.  We have all the holidays in 2022 to enjoy.

Mary Jane Labine was able to get out and enjoy some Christmas shopping.  She recommended some books for an avid reader and that was appreciated.

Feel better wishes to Jodi Gurley.  Had that bug, not Covid, that seems to bring on cold like symptoms.  The sad part about this bug is it lets you think you are over it, and you are for a few days, then it is right back again. 

Matt Peters of WTS Store and Ann O’Hara of Ann & Co. were treated to some holiday goodies from some grateful customers.

George Greiner, veteran of Athens, made an impromptu visit to an area friend.  He and wife Donna hand delivered their Christmas card because they had recently moved and wanted their friends to have their new address.  It was a chance to have a Christmas conversation.

Got a nice thank you letter from Michele Ferrauilo, R/T, at Stratton VAMC for the recent Christmas Celebration gifts for the residential veterans on the 9^th Floor as follows addressed to us all:

“Thank you so much once again for thinking of our residents.  It was great to see you and your elves on December 13^th.  Thank you for dropping off the gifts and lifting the spirits of our Veterans.  Your thoughtfulness and kindness is extra special to our residents during COVID 19.  As you know the medical center is taking every precaution to protect our Veterans and with that comes no visitors.  So, every little act of kindness helps.  They truly enjoyed and appreciated the gifts that they received.  Some of them tore them open immediately and some are waiting until Christmas.  They missed seeing all of you so did the staff.  They want me to send you a great big thank you.  Thank you to your community and the Veteran Service Organizations who played a part in this event.  We were even able to provide some cheer to our Veterans on the medical units. [Short term surgical or clinical patients]  Thank you for the time you spend shopping, organization and preparing for this event.  The residents and staff wish to send you and your crew a huge thank you and hoping we can all see you soon.  Sincerely, Michele Ferrauilo, Recreation/Creative Arts Section Supervisor, Adaptive Sports Coordinator”  As you can see by the multiple titles Michele has, she is a very busy person and she does every responsibility, and I do mean every, with excellence and love.  Plus with the pandemic and loss of volunteers and cut backs in staff, Michele is doing double duty most of the time.  She assists with check ins and administering vaccines and still provides the most important care of all – love.  If you would like to send her a card:

Michele Ferrauilo, R/C Arts Supervisor, Stratton VAMC, Room 117, 113 Holland Ave, Albany, NY 12208.

You could also include love and greetings to the veterans on the 9^th Floor.

Happy Birthday to Carli Ann O’Hara and to Janet Chatfield Syska out in Oregon on January 1.  Happy Birthday to Lana Breigle on January 2.  On January 3 we wish Baylee Lorraine Osborn and Ursula Lindley Happy Birthday.  Watch out for a big celebration on January 4 we wish Diane Cammer Eklund and Debbie Carman Colliton a Happy Birthday.  Wonder what they will be up to – no good I hope. 

Send your holiday news to gurleyrv@gmail.com or call 518-299-3219.

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Schoharie Library News

Schoharie Library News December 30, 2021             

518-295-7127            www.schoharielibrary.org                        

Schoharie Library Hours: MTF 11am-6pm, Thurs. 12pm-7pm, and Sat. 10am-5pm. Closed December 24th & 25th, Closing at 1pm on December 31st & Closed New Year’s Day

In-person programs:

Teen Thursday@YourLibrary: Thursdays, 5-7pm. Share book & reading recommendations, play games, craft your own projects, more!

Parent Time@YourLibrary: Drop in Mondays, 1-3pm. Come socialize with other parents before school pickup. Young ones are welcome to play.

Storytime with Miss Yvonne: No Storytime Dec. 24 or 31. Resumes January 7, Fridays at 10am. Stories, songs, fun activities! 

Knitcetera Club: Tuesdays, January 11 & 25, 10:30am-noon. Quilt, knit, anything goes!

Mandala Plates: Saturday, January 15, 10am & noon: With The Studio for Art & Craft. Registration required, limited space. This project is made possible with funds from the Restart NY Regrants, a regrant program ofthe New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered in Schoharie County by CREATE Council on the Arts.  

Virtual Programs:

Writing Club: Mondays at 6:30pm. https://bit.ly/SchoharieLibraryPrograms 

UFO (Unfinished Object Club): Thursdays, January 6 & 20, 10am. https://bit.ly/SchoharieLibraryPrograms

Books & Chocolate Book Chat: Wednesday, January 19, 6:30pm.

What to Read Next: Friday, January 21, 6:30pm. 

Take & Make kits: Pipecleaner angels and Webb Space Telescope bookmarks

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ONC BOCES and The Otesaga Resort Partner to Offer Fellowship

Pictured left to right: Dr. Catherine Huber, ONC BOCES District Superintendent, Ryan DeMars, ONC BOCES Director of CTE, Alternative Education and Adult Education, Jody Albano, ONC BOCES Culinary Arts Instructor, Jim Perillo, The Otesaga Resort Executive Chef, Marty Rosenthal, The Otesaga Resort Chief Operating Officer.

ONC BOCES and the Otesaga Resort are excited to partner in a new program that will provide a two-year paid fellowship to select graduates of the ONC BOCES Culinary Arts program, one from the Otsego Area Occupational Center in Milford and one from the Northern Catskills Occupational Center in Grand Gorge. The Otesaga Resort’s Executive Chef, Jim Perillo, commented, “we are excited to collaborate with BOCES on enhancing the foundation of two outstanding candidates in building their Culinary futures.” Recipients of this fellowship will gain hands-on professional experience in a variety of areas, including food and beverage preparation, inventory, restaurant setup and service, reservation systems, records management, bookkeeping, mentorship, and more. “The Otesaga Fellowship is a perfect example of a community partnership designed to provide opportunities to our students and to support overall regional economic development. We are grateful to The Otesaga for this partnership and the opportunity for some of our students to stay local as they head into their career,” said Dr. Catherine Huber, ONC BOCES District Superintendent.  She thanked Gary Kuch, Director of the Clark Foundation Scholarship Program as well as the Clark Foundation “for getting this conversation started and for their unwavering support of students in our region.”

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