Out Lexington Way - 2 January 2025

LEXINGTON - Jeanne Soule passed away recently.  We extend deepest sympathy to her family and friends.

Condolences to the family and friends of Dr. Elena Suditu who has passed away. 

The Town of Lexington Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary held their annual meeting in the Firemen’s room on Dec. 16.  Officers elected for 2025 are:  President JoEllen Schermerhorn; 1st VP Susan Turk; 2nd VP Charlotte Jaeger; Treasurer Helen Kerr; Secretary Chris Dwon; Chaplain Jannel Mellott.  The meeting was followed by a potluck supper.  The Ladies Auxiliary does not meet in the months of January, February or March.  Next meeting will be Tuesday, April 2, 2025 at 7 p.m. in the Firemen’s room.

There will be a Micro Sunday School on Saturday, Jan. 11 from 11 a.m. to noon at the Lexington/West Kill UMC, 54 County Route 13A, Lexington, talking about the real story of the Three Kings.  Call Susan at 518-429-8054 if you would like more information.

Tuesday, Jan. 13 is the Soup and Fellowship Kitchen at the Kaaterskill UMC, 5942 Main Street, Tannersville in the Blue Room from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.    Everyone is welcome to stop in and share in the fellowship while you enjoy a free bowl of soup and a sandwich.

Come join in for Tuesday Mornings Get Together at the Hunter Public Library, 7965 Main Street, Hunter each Tuesday of the month at 10:30 a.m.  The first Tuesday of the month is a classic movie.  Second Tuesday is the Coffee Klatch with light refreshments.  Third Tuesday is Bingo, Fourth Tuesday are games and on a fifth Tuesday is another classic movie.

There is no Lexington/West Kill UMC Administrative Council in January.  Next meeting will be Wednesday, Feb. 5 at 4 p.m. in the church hall.

Happy birthday to Rev. Karen Monk on Friday, Jan. 3.

Happy birthday on Saturday, Jan. 4 to Liza Dwon.

Also celebrating a birthday on Jan. 4 is Shari Pushman.

Monday, Jan. 6 is Schyler Minew’s birthday.

John Falke’s birthday is Jan. 6.

Happy wedding anniversary to Debbie and Frank Valerio on Tuesday, Jan. 7.

Diane Nash celebrates her birthday on Wednesday, Jan. 8.

Thursday, Jan. 9 Adam Cross celebrates his birthday.

Best wishes to all.

The Kaaterskill UMC Food Pantry, by the Tannersville Firehouse, at the Tannersville Village Hall, One Park Lane, Tannersville, is open on Wednesdays from 1 p.m to 3 p.m.  The third Saturday of the month from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. is for delivery, contingent on volunteer availability, to folks who do not have transportation.  Call 518-589-5787 if you need delivery.  If you would like to help Kaaterskill UMC Food Pantry, you can also drop food off at Brave the Flames Restaurant, when open and Tannersville Village Hall during the week.

The Greene County Senior Nutrition Program menu for the week of Jan. 6 – Jan. 10 is as follows:  Monday—Chicken Divan, white rice, Sonoma vegetable mix, fruit cocktail; Tuesday—Ravioli, sausage, Italian green beans, chocolate mousse, juice; Wednesday—Kielbasa, sauerkraut, baked beans, carrots, Jell-O; Thursday—Roast pork loin with gravy, applesauce, mashed potatoes, Tuscan vegetables, fresh fruit; Friday—Macaroni and cheese, stewed tomatoes, three-bean salad, fresh fruit.  All persons, over the age of 60 can receive a meal.  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 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.

Happy New Year!  May the year be a kind one to all.