Out Lexington Way by Christine Dwon - 05 July 2025

LEXINGTON - Happy 4th of July!  Hope you all have a safe and enjoyable holiday.

Lexington Farmers Market will be Saturday, July 5 under the pavilion at the Lexington Municipal Building, 3542 Route 42 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  The market has kicked off a program to collect non-perishable unexpired food items for the Hunter Community Fridge pantry.  There will be a basket at the market for you to drop off your donations and Farmers Market volunteers will deliver the items to the Hunter Community Fridge.

The Windham-Hensonville UMC will hold a Silent Auction on Saturday, July 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Masonic Temple, 5345 State Route 23, Main Street, Windham.

Maude Adams Theater Hub will present Disney The Little Mermaid performances at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center, Tannersville on July 3, July 5 and July 6. Among all the talented performers are two Lexington ladies, Glenda Lauten and Allegra Coons.  Both will be playing the part of Ursula.  Glenda’s performances are Thursday, July 3 at 6 p.m. and Sunday, July 6 at 1 p.m.  Allegra’s performances are Saturday, July 5 at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.  For more info go to www.catskillmtn.org Presented under arrangement with Music Theatre International.

Friday, July 4 is Joan Charysyn’s birthday.

Also celebrating a birthday on July 4 is Amelia Osborn.

Monday, July 7 is Emily Grinnell’s birthday.

Happy wedding anniversary to Jessica and Jim Franz Tuesday, July 8.

Thursday, July 10 Alfred Truesdell will be celebrating his birthday.

Best wishes to all.

The next Fellowship Lunch will be Tuesday, July 8, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Kaaterskill UMC, Tannersville.  All are invited to come for the fellowship and delicious free lunch.

Saturday, July 12 you are invited to the Summer Program Meeting Gathering to Pray on the Mountaintop at Lexington Pavilion, 3542 Route 42, Lexington at 11 a.m. to noon.  There will be time of prayer with worship music.  Praying for the 14 Townships in Greene County since the spring of 2020 meetings have been held in the Townships of Greene County.  Contact Albert Gasparini, prayer meeting coordinator at 518-947-9179 or albertgasparinin@gmail.com.

There is a Community Garden in Tannersville.  Planting and work days in the garden are Thursdays from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.  Anyone at any skill level is invited to participate. Just show up or for more information call 518-819-1728.

Wednesdays at 11 a.m. you are invited to attend a Bible Study at the Lexington/West Kill UMC, 54 County Route 13A, Lexington.  The study is being led by Susan Simpfenderfer.

Summer Sunday worship services will be held in the West Kill UMC starting at 9 a.m., July 13, July 20, July 27, Aug. 3, Aug. 10 and Aug. 17.  All are welcomed.  

A special program of Storytelling and Song will be on Thursday, July 17, 5 p.m. in the West Kill UMC, Spruceton Road, West Kill  All invited.

Mountain Top Family Fun Day at the Platte Cove Community, 2255 Platte Clove Road, Elka Park is Saturday, July 19 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.  Bring the whole family for a fun packed day.  Win some prizes, enjoy good food, BBQ, music, pony cart rides, face painting, petting zoo, tractor rides, bouncy castle, cotton candy, fellowship and more.  Go to platteclove@bruderhof.com for more info.

It’s that time of year – The Greene County Youth Fair!  Lots of wonderful shows, great food, animals, tractor pulls, talent shows, livestock, live music and free admission.  The Fair runs from Thursday, July 25, Friday, July 26, Saturday, July 27, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, July 28, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  The Fair is held at Angelo Canna Town Park, Cairo.  Go to thegreenecountyyouthfair.com or email greenecountyagsociety@gmail.com.

Attention Greene County Youth up to age 21 – there will be a Talent Show, Sunday, July 27 at 1 p.m. at the Greene County Youth Fair.  Come show your talent in singing, dancing instrumental music, etc.  Download the application:  thegreenecountyyouthfair.com or contact Tami Bone at tamibone1963@yahoo.com or text 518-522-6406.  There is no entry fee.  Cash prizes for all participants.

The annual Thunder in the Mountains Car Show hosted by the West Kill/Lexington Community Improvement Association is Saturday, July 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of the Lexington Municipal Building. 3542 Route 42, Lexington.  There will be trophies, 50/50 raffle, beautiful gift baskets raffle, food and beverage.  If you have questions or wish to pre-register, call Mary at 518-989-6813.  Proceeds benefit the WKLCIA.

The Ashland Ladies Auxiliary is hosting a Penne Pasta and Meatball Dinner from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m at the Ashland Firehouse, Route 23, Ashland on Saturday, July 26 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  Dinners include penne pasta and meatballs, tossed salad, Italian bread, dessert, choice of coffee, water or iced tea for $12, children $10 and under 6 years are free.  There is also a 50/50 raffle.

The Greene County Senior Nutrition Program menu for the week of July 7 – July 11 is as follows:  Monday—Macaroni and cheese, three-bean salad, stewed tomatoes, pineapple/mandarin oranges; Tuesday—Chicken Dijon, mashed potatoes, old fashioned mixed vegetables, tropical fruit; Wednesday—Hot dog, baked beans, carrots, chocolate mousse; Thursday—Meatball sub (bun has gluten), pasta salad, Italian mixed vegetables, fruited Jello-O; Friday—Chicken Cesar salad, marinated tomatoes, and cucumbers, potato salad, fresh fruit.  All persons 60 and over and spouses 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.  Allergen information is available for prepared food items.  The number to call for the Senior Service Center at the Jewett Municipal Building, 3547 County Route 23C, Jewett is 518-263-4392. 

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.