Out Lexington Way by Christine Dwon - 18 August 2024

LEXINGTON - Fortunately Tropical Depression Debby moved over us fairly quickly, but still caused flooding and major power outages.  Thanks to the crews who restore power, highway crews and volunteers that are always there to help and keep us safe.

Summer worship at the West Kill Methodist Church, 65 Spruceton Road, West Kill, will be Sunday, Aug. 18 at 9 a.m.  All are welcomed.

Tina and Ray Albino celebrate their wedding anniversary on Friday, Aug. 16.

Aug. 16 is Nancy Nelson’s birthday.

Saturday, Aug. 17 Diane and Tim Cross celebrate their wedding anniversary.

Jack Jordan’s birthday is Monday, Aug. 19.

Also celebrating a birthday on Aug. 19 is Harvey Truesdell.

Stephanie (Simpfenderfer) Minervini’s birthday is Aug. 19.

Linda and Jim Varelas celebrate their wedding anniversary on Tuesday, Aug. 20.

Aug. 20 is Anna Spinneti’s birthday.

Happy 20th wedding anniversary to Liza and Paul Dwon, Wednesday, Aug. 21.

Joyce Rood celebrates her birthday on Aug. 21.

Best wishes to everyone.

Lexington Farmers Market is Saturday, Aug. 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. under the pavilion at the Lexington Municipal Building, 3542 Route 42.  There are local vendors with fresh produce, eggs, meats, cheeses, baked goods and more.

The West Kill Community Cemetery, Inc. will meet at the Community Hall, 141 Spruceton Road, West Kill for the annual meeting on Monday, Aug. 19 at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 20 is the Kaaterskill UMC Roast Beef and Peach Shortcake Dinner from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Tannersville Rescue Squad building.  Takeouts only and free will offering.

The next covered dish Dinner Church will be Wednesday, Aug. 21 at 6 p.m. at the Kaaterskill UMC, 5942 Main Street, Tannersville.  All invited.

The Greene County Department of Human Services Senior Nutrition Program menu for the week of Aug. 19 – Aug. 23 is as follows:  Monday—Sloppy Joes, broccoli, white rice, tropical fruit; Tuesday—Turkey burger with peppers and onions, pasta salad, carrot coins, chocolate chip cookies; Wednesday—Pork chop with gravy, mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, fruited Jell-O; Thursday—Tortellini with sausage, zucchini and diced tomatoes, fresh fruit; Friday—Cranberry chicken salad, mixed greens, beet salad, macaroni salad, 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 center.  The number to call for the Senior Service Center at the Jewett Municipal Building, Route 23C, Jewett is 518-263-4392.

The Hunter Stone Carving Seminar started Monday, Aug. 12 and will continue through Saturday, Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Classes are every day except Sundays.  Come learn the ancient art of stone carving for free.  Classes are led by master sculpture Kevin VanHentenryck at the Bluestone Park, 57842 Route 23A, Tannersville.  Freehscs.com.

The Thrift Store, 7889 Main Street, Hunter is open Tuesday, 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.; Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Saturdays, 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.

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.