Van Dusen’s in Lexington has expanded the store hours. They will be open seven days a week from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Be sure to stop in!
What a great performance by the HTC School Chorus at the RPI arena in Troy on Jan. 7. They sang The National Anthem and “O Canada” at the ice hockey game RPI versus Cornell. They were allowed to go “back stage” and watch the RPI players come out of the locker room door to go onto the ice for introduction and the chorus sang from the home bench.
If you would like to provide humanitarian aid for Ukrainian children, women, men and soldiers, there is a collection box in the vestibule of Van Dusen’s in Lexington. Items needed are thermal underwear, thermal socks, sleeping bags, hand, foot and body warmers, nightlights, flashlights, warm clothing and letters with words of support.
Happy birthday to Mary Palazzolo on Jan. 12. Jan. 12 is also Diane Cross’s birthday. Roseann West celebrates her birthday on Jan. 13. Happy birthday on Jan. 14 to Maurice Nelson. Mike Ryan’s birthday is Jan. 15. Jan. 16 we wish Jannel Mellott a happy birthday. Bridget (Osborn) Watson’s birthday is Jan. 17. Thank you for your service, Bridget. Best wishes to everyone.
The Town of Lexington Fire/Rescue Company Ladies Auxiliary will not meet during January, February and March.
Jan. 13, at 5 p.m., is the next covered dish Dinner Church to be held in the Lexington/West Kill UMC in Lexington. This is a celebration of Three Kings Day. We will read scripture, sing hymns, enjoy Rosca de Reyes — Three Kings Bread decorated with dried fruit “jewels” and take a swing at the pinata. Please join us, families are welcome. Any questions please contact Pastor Amy Royal at 845-706-2296.
There will be a Brooks Chicken Barbecue 4-7 p.m. Jan. 20, take out only, at the Kaaterskill UMC in Tannersville. Dinners are $15. You may pre-order by calling Kelly at 518-956-3551 and leave a message.
The Greene County Department of Human Services Senior Nutrition Program menu for the week of Jan. 16 – Jan. 20 is as follows: Monday—Closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day—no meals; Tuesday—BBQ chicken thighs, baked beans, collard greens, cornbread, peaches; Wednesday—Hungarian goulash, spinach, red cabbage, egg noodles, birthday cake; Thursday—Roast beef with gravy, California mixed vegetables, mashed potatoes, Pineapple Delight; Friday—Chicken Divan, Monaco vegetable mix, white rice, fresh fruit. The menu will be the meal that is delivered to all Greene County homebound meal clients. All persons over the age of 60 can receive a meal. Meals served at noon and suggested donation for each meal is $4. Those wishing to receive a meal are required to call the respective location by noon, a day in advance. The number to call for the Senior Nutrition site at the Jewett Municipal Building, Route 23C, Jewett is 518-263-4392.
The Advisory Council to the Greene County Department for the Aging (Human Services), announces that nominations are being accepted for the annual Greene County Senior Citizen Awards. The two awards, presented annually, are Senior Citizen of the Year and Outstanding Contribution by a Senior Citizen. The purpose of the awards is to recognize the outstanding contributions and achievements of senior citizens who have volunteered their time and energy to help other people, their communities, and/or special projects. The dedication of these volunteers help to make Greene County a better place for all of us. The individuals chosen on the county level will then represent Greene County for recognition for New York State awards.
Any Greene County resident, age 60 or older, can be nominated for these awards. Achievements must be voluntary in nature, performed in Greene County and not part of paid employment. Past award winners may be nominated only if seven or more years have passed since last recognized.
If you know someone who deserves this recognition, contact the Greene County Department of Human Services at 518-719-3555 for an official nomination form. Incomplete forms will not be considered as eligible. Any inquiries for further information may also be directed to the department. Deadline for entries is Jan. 27, 2023.
There will be a combined worship service of the Mountain Top Parish churches — Kaaterskill UMC, East Jewett, Windham-Hensonville UMC, Ashland UMC, Lexington/West Kill UMC and Lanesville UMC, at 10 a.m. Jan. 29 in the Kaaterskill UMC in Tannersville. All welcome.
The Lexington/West Kill UMC Trustees will hold the annual TGIF (Thank Goodness It’s Friday) Brooks Chicken Barbecue 3-6:30 p.m. Feb. 10 at the Lexington church, take out only.
Thank you to all law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, dispatchers, volunteers, healthcare providers, our military, their families and so many more.
Prayers for all who are dealing with illnesses, healing, loss, difficulties, our country, Ukraine, the world.
Until next week take care, be thankful, be courteous, be respectful and please be kind to one another. Your act of kindness may change someone’s life.