Out Lexington Way by Christine Dwon - 11 July 2024

LEXINGTON - We extend deepest sympathy to all the family and friends of Albert VanEtten who passed away last week.

What a wonderful worship service on July 7 under the Lexington Pavilion.  There were over 60 in attendance and it was Pastor Mark Hamann’s first service as the new Pastor for the Mountain Top Parish Churches.  It was such a pleasure to meet him and fiance MacKenzie.  A bountiful covered dish lunch was held after the service.  

Happy birthday to Bailey Lynne Aurigema on Thursday, July 11.

Sunday, July 14 is Wilma and Ed France’s wedding anniversary.

Happy birthday to Irene Barnum on Sunday, July14.

July 14 is also Benjamin Randolph’s birthday.

Karen Aurigema’s birthday is Monday, July 15.

Also celebrating a birthday on July 15 is Keith Mellott.

Happy birthday to Cheyanne Lee Clark on Tuesday, July 16.

Thursday, July, 18 is Jay Fink’s birthday.

Best wishes to everyone.

Saturday, July 13 is the 2nd annual Fashion Show and Tea Charity Event sponsored by the Kaaterskill United Methodist Church to benefit the Kaaterskill UMC Hunter Thrift Shop.  Donation at the door $10, items $10. The fashion show is being held in the Kaaterskill UMC, 5942 Main Street, Tannersville from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., refreshments served.  There is a need of fashion models of all ages and sizes.  Also accepting new and gently used designer clothing.  If you have questions, please call Sue at 518-947-4100 or Leslie at 646-425-1351.

Sunday, July 14 at 9 a.m. the Lexington/West Kill UMC will have worship service in the West Kill Methodist Church.  All are welcomed.

Also on Sunday, July 14 at 2 p.m. you are invited to the Mitchell Hollow Chapel service, 901 Mill Street and Mitchell Hollow Road, Windham.  Lula Anderson will be the speaker.  There will be special music – guitar and singing with Eric and Arlene.  Please come to help maintain this non-denominational historic church.

The next Lexington Farmers Market will be Saturday, July 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. under the pavilion at the Lexington Municipal Building.

Stop by the Mountain Top Library, 6093 Main Street, Tannersville, on Monday, July 22 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. for an afternoon of Rock n’ Reptiles with a live presentation from Hudson Valley Reptile Rescue at 1 p.m., games, exhibits, crafts and more. 

The 70th Greene County Youth Fair is Thursday, July 25, Friday, July 26, Saturday, July 27 and Sunday, July 28, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Fireworks on Saturday.  Free admission.  The Fair is held in Cairo on Joseph D. Spencer Lane.

Potluck Dinner Church will be held on Friday, July 26 at 6 p.m. at the Ashland Community UMC.  All welcomed.

You don’t want to miss the annual Thunder in the Mountains Car Show that is being held on Saturday, July 27, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of the Lexington Municipal Building, 3542 Route 42.  There will be breakfast sandwiches, then hot dogs and hamburgers for lunch and beverages for purchase.  Vehicles 1995 or newer will have their own class.  Gift baskets raffle, 50/50 raffle and of course, trophies.  Lexington Fire/Rescue Company will be there with the antique fire truck and a special guest – Sparky the Fire Dog.  Bring the whole family, the kiddos will enjoy the new swing set.  All proceeds benefit the West Kill/Lexington Community Improvement Association.  Call Mary at 518-989-6813.

There will be a Celebration of Life for Bette Knapp on Sunday, July 28 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. under the Lexington Pavilion with a covered dish meal.  

The Thrift Shop, 7889 Main Street, Hunter, is open Tuesdays, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturdays 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The Greene County Department of Human Services Senior Nutrition Program menu for the week of July 15 – July 19 is as follows:  Monday—Beer battered fish, O’Brien potatoes, spinach, tropical fruit; Tuesday—Chicken Parmesan, spaghetti, Italian mixed vegetables, pears; Wednesday—Salisbury steak, meatballs, California vegetable mix, egg noodles, chocolate chip cookies; Thursday—Roasted turkey with gravy, cranberry sauce, green beans, sweet potato, stuffing, vanilla mouse with fresh blueberries; Friday—Egg salad plate with lettuce and tomatoes, low sodium V8 juice, cold beet salad, Mexicali salad, croissant, fresh fruit.  All persons age 60 and older and spouses are invited to join for lunch.  Suggested donation is $4 per meal.  Congregate dining reservations are required at least a day in advance by noon by calling the appropriate centers.  The number to call for the Senior Service Center at the Jewett Municipal Building, Route 23C, Jewett is 518-263-4392.

Thank you to all law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, dispatchers, healthcare providers, volunteers, veterans and actively serving military, farmers, truck drivers and so many more.

Prayers for all who are dealing with loss, illnesses, healing, difficulties, our country, our military and their families, the world,

Until next week take care, be thankful, be respectful, be safe and please be kind to one another.  Your act of kindness may change someone’s life.