Out Lexington Way by Christine Dwon - 30 May 2025

LEXINGTON - Mary and Steve Palazzolo had a wonderful time at The Egg in Albany on May 14 attending a concert by Leonid and Friends, a Chicago Tribute Band based in Moscow.  They tour the Unites States in the spring and fall.  After the concert Mary and Steve enjoyed dinner at City Brewery.

Opening day for the Lexington Farmers Market on May 24 was very well attended.  Your favorite local vendors were there and music was provided by Marji Zintz.  Next market will be Saturday, June 7, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. under the Lexington pavilion.

Great turnout for the Memorial Day Parade in West Kill.  Veterans, the American Legion, Lexington Fire/Rescue Company and Ladies Auxiliary and many people and children coming to attend and pay their respects.  “Taps” was played by Rosalie Randolph, member of the Lexington Fire/Rescue Company.  After the service and parade, everyone returned to the West Kill Fire Station for the traditional serving of ice cream provided by the Lexington Fire/Rescue Company.  

Saturday, May 31 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. there will be a Chicken BBQ at the Ashland Community UMC, 12216 Route 23, Ashland, takeouts only.  A chicken half is $10; $16 for dinners that include half a chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, baked beans, pickled carrots, roll and brownie.  Also selling Joyce’s Pickled Carrots for $5 per container.

Happy birthday to WRIP’s Joe Loverro on Saturday, May 31

Happy birthday on Wednesday, June 4 to Linda Van Etten.

Thursday, June 5 is Cathy Decker’s birthday.

Best wishes to all.

Would you like to attend a Teddy Bear Picnic?  Bring your picnic baskets and Teddy Bears and enjoy the day at the Blenheim-Gilboa Visitors Center, 1378 State Route 30, North Blenheim on Sunday, June 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be crafts, face painting, and a bounce house.  So pack a snack or get treats from local food vendors.  Free admission and parking, rain or shine.

The Spring Rummage Sale will be held at the East Jewett UMC, 2252 Route 23C. East Jewett on Friday, June 6 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, June 7 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.  There is something for everyone – housewares, clothing, books, toys, sheets comforters, pillows.  Soup, hot dogs, salads, pies will be available.

Sunday, June 8 at 10 a.m. is the combined worship service of the Mountain Top Parish Churches under the pavilion at the Lexington Municipal Building, 3542 Route 42, Lexington.  A covered dish lunch will follow the service.  Everyone is welcomed.

Town of Lexington Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary will meet Tuesday, June 10 at 7 p.m. for the monthly meeting in the Firemen’s Room.

The West Kill/Lexington Community Improvement Association will host their annual Chicken BBQ on Saturday, June 14 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Community Hall, 141 Spruceton Road, West Kill.  Takeouts only.  Orders will be packed for takeout, but you are welcomed to use the dining hall to sit and eat with friends.  Dinners are $18 and include half a chicken, pasta salad, coleslaw, baked beans, brownie.  A chicken half only is $12. Proceeds benefit the WKLCIA.

The Greene County Senior Nutrition Program menu for the week of June 2 – June 6 is as follows:  Monday—Macaroni and cheese, three-bean salad, stewed tomatoes, tropical fruit; Tuesday—Pork chop with gravy and applesauce, mashed sweet potatoes, peas and carrots, fruited Jell-O; Wednesday—Ravioli with meatball, Italian mixed vegetables, juice, chocolate mousse with whipped topping; Thursday—American cheeseburger (served with bun with gluten), corn and carrot medley, cold beet salad, macaroni salad, watermelon; Friday—Chicken and biscuits with gravy, green beans, mashed potatoes, fresh fruit.  All persons 60 and older and spouses are invited to attend.  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.  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

Kaaterskill UMC is holding a church supper – Roast Beef and Strawberry Shortcake – on Tuesday, June 17 from 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at the Tannersville Rescue Squad Building.  Free will offering and takeouts only.

The Greene County rabies vaccine clinic will be held on Wednesday, June 18 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Angelo Canna Town Park, Joseph D. Spencer Lane, Cairo.  This is a free drive-up only clinic for Greene County residents.  Donations will be accepted.  Suggested donation is $5 per animal.  Please be prepared with proper leashes, carriers and muzzles (if necessary) for your animals to keep them and others safe.  Please bring proof of prior rabies vaccination (certificate, not tag) to receive three-year certificate.  If no record is presented, your pet will be given a one-year certificate.  Public Health Law requires all cats, dogs and ferrets to be vaccinated for rabies starting at 12 weeks old.  Pre-registration is requited.  Call Greene County Public Health at 518-719-3600 option 1.

Greene County Senior Citizens Day, “A Day at the Races,” sponsored by Greene County Department of Human Services, is Friday, Sept. 12 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Historic Warehouse, Historic Catskill Point, Main Street, Catskill.  You must RSVP by Aug. 22 if you want to attend.  Call 518-719-3555.  There will be lunch, vendors, music and door prizes.  If you are without transportation and would like to attend, state such when reserving.

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.

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.