Out Lexington Way by Christine Dwon - 22 December 2025

LEXINGTON - Just a reminder there is no issue of the Mountain Eagle on Dec. 26.

The Town of Lexington Fire/Rescue Company Ladies Auxiliary met for their annual meeting on Dec. 9.  Several members were present and two guests, Nora and Grace Carr.  After the meeting everyone enjoyed the pot luck supper with delicious savory dishes and desserts.

Dec. 12 was the annual Christmas Party at the Lexington/West Kill UMC in Lexington.  The dining hall was beautifully decorated and everyone had a wonderful time.  The delicious potluck supper was enjoyed by all and a fun grab bag gift exchange.

Happy birthday to Akeylah Pushman on Thursday, Dec. 18.

Tuesday, Dec. 23 is Stephen Foreman’s birthday.

Also celebrating a birthday on Dec. 23 is Christopher Tilp.

Wednesday, Dec. 24 is Amy (VanEtten) Heppard’s birthday.

Sunday, Dec. 28 is Jill Coons birthday.

Happy birthday to JoAnn Haskin on Dec. 28.

Jill Schermerhorn celebrates her birthday on Tuesday, Dec. 30.

Dec. 30 is also DeeDee Bulson’s birthday.

Nora Carr celebrates her birthday on Thursday, Jan. 1.

Best wishes to all.

Please note that there will be no Fellowship Lunch at the Kaaterskill UMC in Tannersville on Tuesday, Dec. 23.   Fellowship Lunch will resume on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the months from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on January 13 and Jan. 27.

The Tannersville Food Pantry is open to all on Wednesdays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.  The pantry is located by the Tannersville Firehouse.  If you would like to donate non-perishable food and personal care items, donations may be brought Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Tannersville Village Hall, One Park Place, Tannersville.  You may also send a donation to Kaaterskill UMC, POB 225, Tannersville, NY 12485.

Wednesday, Dec. 24 Christmas Eve service will be held at 4 p.m. in the Kaaterskill UMC in Tannersville.  There will also be Christmas Eve services in the Ashland Community UMC, 12216 Route 23, Ashland at 7 p.m. and the Windham-Hensonville UMC, Main Street, Windham at 9 p.m.

A Medicare Minutes Representative will be available from the Greene County Department of Human Services with info and for questions on Tuesday, Dec. 30 at 11:45 at the Senior Service Center at the Jewett Municipal Building, 3547 County Route 23C, Jewett, 518-263-4392.  If you would like to stay for lunch, please call at least a day in advance to reserve your meals.

There is a Veterans Coffee Hour on Mondays at 10:30 a.m., Veterans Center, 300 Route 23B, Leeds.  All veterans welcome. You may contact 518-719-0020 or email veterans@greenecountyny.gov if you need more information.

The Greene County Senior Nutrition Program menu for the week of Dec. 22 – Dec. 26 is as follows:  Monday—BBQ chicken thighs, sweet potato, broccoli, butterscotch pudding; Tuesday—Tortellini with sausage, spinach, carrots, peaches; Wednesday—Salisbury steak, meatballs, Sonoma vegetables, egg noodles, fruited Jell-O; Thursday—Department closed—no meals—Merry Christmas; Friday—Chef’s Choice.  

The Greene County Senior Nutrition Program menu for the week of Dec. 29 – Jan 2 is as follows:  Monday—American cheeseburger (gluten in bun), oven baked potatoes, green beans, cookies with applesauce; Tuesday—Salmon with dill sauce, winter mixed vegetables, rice pilaf (contains gluten), fruit cocktail; Wednesday—Tortellini Alfredo with chicken, zucchini and yellow squash, cranberry juice, chocolate mousse; Thursday—Happy New Year—DHS closed; Friday—Beer battered fish with tartar sauce, spinach, mashed potatoes, fresh fruit.  All persons 60 and older are invited to attend.  Meals served at noon, suggested $4 donation for each meal.  Congregate reservations are required by noon at least a day in advance.  If you reserve a meal and are unable to attend, please call as soon as you can to cancel.  The number to call for the Senior Service Center at the Jewett Municipal Building, 3547 Route 23C, Jewett is 518-263-4392. 

On Wednesday, January 14 at 5:30 p.m. there will be a Pet Safety Seminar by the Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA at the Mountain Top Library, 6093 Main Street, Tannersville.  Discussions will be on animal safety, recognizing and reporting animal cruelty, proper leash and collar demonstration,  open discuss and Q&A.  Mountain Top Library will be collecting pet supplies for the Humane Society through Jan. 14.  

There is an Essay Contest sponsored by Greene County American Legion.  America is celebrating it’s 250th birthday in 2026.  The essay should be 300 words or less:  “What Does Being an American Mean to Me.”  The essay must include a cover sheet with name, grade and school attending.  School will be notified of winner.  Mail postmarked by May 9, 2026 to GCAL Essay Contest, POB 21, Athens, NY 12015.  Winning prizes keep going up thanks to the generosity of individuals and companies involved.

Thank you to all law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, dispatchers, volunteers, healthcare providers, veterans, 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.

To quote the Grinch after his heart grew three times – kindness and love, the things we need most.

My hope for all – blessings, peace and joy filled holidays.