Out Lexington Way by Christine Dwon - 28 March 2025

LEXINGTON - Joan and Taris Charysyn, their daughter Katrina, her husband and grandchild went to the NYC Transit Authority of New York Museum to see the exhibit of 50 Years of New York City Subways.  Years ago, when Joan was working for a company in NYC, she drew, on and off over 3 years, abstract maps of  the NYC subways.  They were known as the Begnelli Maps for which she never received recognition.  Joan did eventually get credit and now these maps are on display in the Museum. Congratulations, Joan!

Friday, March 28, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., is the next Fish Fry Dinner at the Hensonville Hose Company firehouse, 432 State Route 296, Hensonville.  Eat in or take out a delicious dinner of fried fish, or chicken or clam strips, baked potato or french fries, coleslaw, dinner roll, brownie.  You can add extra fish, chicken or clams to any dinner.  Mozzarella sticks are also available for sale.  Dinners will be held through Lent – March 28, April 4, April 11 and April 18.  Dinners are $20.  You may pre-order at 518-734-3040.

Start your Saturday, March 29 off right with a delicious Maple Weekend Breakfast hosted by the Haines Falls Volunteer Fire Company and Auxiliary.  Breakfast starts at 8 a.m. and goes till 12 p.m. at the Tannersville Rescue Squad Building, 21 Park Lane, Tannersville.  Menu includes real maple syrup, french toast, scrambled eggs, home fries, bacon, sausage, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, orange juice, apple juice, water – all for a free will offering.

National Vietnam War Veterans Day is annually observed on March 29.  It commemorates the hardships suffered and sacrifices made by nine million Americans during the Vietnam War.  However, the holiday does not only honor the former soldiers, but also their families who supported them before and after the war.  Join TGM American Legion Post 187, 94 Second Street, Athens, for a special Vietnam Veterans Luncheon on Saturday, March 29 at 12 p.m.  Free to all Veterans.

The Mountain Top Parish Churches will be holding a combined worship service on Sunday, March 30 at the Ashland UMC, 12216 Route 23, Ashland at 10 a.m.  A covered dish meal will follow the service.   All are welcomed.

Happy birthday to Paul Dwon on Saturday, March 29.

Also celebrating a birthday on March 29 is Marie Van Patten.

Wednesday, April 2 is Fran Driscoll’s birthday.

Best wishes to everyone.

Wednesday, April 2, at 4:30 p.m. is the next Administrative Council meeting of the Lexington/West Kill UMC in the church hall.

There will be an Egg Hunt and Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, April 5 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Hunter Elementary School.  The free Easter Egg Hunt starts at 9:30 a.m. for toddlers through second grade and 10:30 a.m. for third grade and older.  Meet at the Hunter gym prior to start time.  Please come and support the Class of 2027.  Breakfast tickets are $10 each – unlimited pancakes, bacon/sausage and beverage.  For breakfast tickets see any Sophomore or email acameron@htcschools.org.

Tuesday, April 8, 7 p.m., the Ladies Auxiliary of the Town of Lexington Fire/Rescue Company will meet in the Firemen’s Room for the monthly meeting.

The HTC, NHS and NJHS is sponsoring a Blood Drive at the Hunter/Tannersville Middle/High school, 6094 Main Street, Tannersville, in the gym on Friday, April 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  To schedule an appointment, please see a member of HTC, NHS or NJHS.  You may also visit www.redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code 6433nyp or call 1-800-REDCROSS.

The much anticipated annual Maple Brunch sponsored by the West Kill-Lexington Community Improvement Association, will be held Sunday, April 13 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Community Hall, 141 Spruceton Road, West Kill. Tickets are $20 and children under 5 are free.  There will be scrambled eggs, pancakes, grits, potatoes, bacon, sausage and so much more served buffet style.  A wonderful variety of delicious brunch choices, and of course, all the sweet treats too.  Come and enjoy a sit down meal and fellowship.  Tickets sold at the door – cash, check or credit card.  Proceeds benefit the WKLCIA.

The Greene County Senior Nutrition Program for the week of March 31 – April 4 is as follows:  Monday—Sausage and peppers sub, parsley potatoes, Italian mixed vegetables, pears; Tuesday—Soft shell tacos, Mexicali vegetables, Spanish rice, fruit cocktail; Wednesday—Stuffed shells marinara with meatball, Italian mixed vegetables, mashed potatoes, chocolate chip cookies; Thursday—Meatloaf with gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, fresh fruit; Friday—Seafood salad plate, marinated cucumbers and tomatoes, coleslaw, fresh fruit.  All persons 60 and older and spouses, are invited to attend.  Congregate meals served at noon Monday through Friday.  Suggested donations $4 per meal.  Congregate dining 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.  This helps reduce food waste.  If you have food allergy, please notify us.  Allergen information is available for prepared food items.  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.

National Vietnam War Veterans Day is March 29.  Thank you for your service and sacrifice.