Out Lexington Way by Christine Dwon - 19 May 2024

By Christine Dwon

Please slow down for the foxes in the hamlet of West Kill and in the Spruceton Valley.

We extend deepest sympathy to John Knapp, family and friends on the passing of Bette Knapp last week.  

Greene County Veterans Agency Memorial Honor A Vet award ceremony will be held Saturday, May 18 at 10 a.m. at the Catskill Point in the Historic Freightmaster’s Building.  This year’s recipient is Lawrence Dwon.  He enlisted in the Marine Corps and served in Vietnam 1966-1967.  He was a resident of West Kill from 1985 to 2005 and was a vital part of the community.  It is a true honor that he is being recognized for his service.

Saturday, May 18 is a Chicken BBQ at the Ashland Community UMC, 12216 State Route 23, Ashland from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. or until sold out.  Dinners are $15, chicken halves are $10, takeout only.

The annual meeting of the West Kill/Lexington Community Improvement Association will be held Saturday, May 18 in the Community Hall, 141 Spruceton Road, West Kill.  Coffee and cake at 3 p.m. and the meeting starts at 4 p.m.  The President and Treasurer will report on the activities in the past year and there will be election of Board of Directors.  Everyone who has paid dues in 2024 is eligible to vote.  The Community Hall is available for all kinds of community events – club meetings, concerts, playgroups, rehearsals, lectures, community dinners.  Bring your ideas for events and projects that will improve our community.  The West Kill/Lexington Community Improvement Association is open to everyone, current, past residents, visitors, full-time, part-time, surrounding area, family and friends, who want to improve our community.

There are numerous fox families in West Kill, Spruceton, Lexington and beyond.  Please be cautious and aware while driving and please slow down not only for the foxes, but cubs and fawns and other wildlife.  

The Lexington Farmers Market 2024 season kicks off on Saturday, May 25, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. under the pavilion at the Lexington Municipal Building, 3542 Route 42, Lexington.  Local vendors with produce, eggs, cheese, meat, baked goods and more.

You are invited to an open house 90^th birthday celebration for Lois Banks on Saturday, May 25 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lexington/West Kill UMC Fellowship Hall.  Food will be provided, but feel free to bring a dish to pass.  Everyone is welcome to come and wish Lois a very happy 90^th birthday.

The Ashland Community UMC is holding a Rummage Sale to benefit the church, Memorial Day weekend, Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26, at the church, 12216 State Route 23, Ashland.

There will be a Cookout to benefit the Greene County Animal Alliance-Shelter Fund on Saturday, June 8 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Five Furlongs, 2478 NY-145, East Durham, Durham.  Cost is $25 per person until June 1.  After June 1 cost is $30, child 10 and under is $20.  For tickets go to:  greenecountyanimalalliance.com.

Sunday, May 19 is Kip Rikard’s birthday.

Also celebrating a birthday on May 19 is Jim Buscarello.

Happy birthday to Dan Davern on Wednesday, May 22.

May 22 Janet Nicholls celebrates her birthday.

Happy birthday to Marilyn Soule on May 23.

May 23 is Sarah Jordan’s birthday.

Best wishes to all.

The Greene County Department of Human Services Senior Nutrition Program menu for the week of May 20 – May 24 is as follows:  Monday—Sloppy Joes, green beans, white rice, tropical fruit; Tuesday—Chicken Dijon, Brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes, vanilla mousse with whipped topping; Wednesday—Meatloaf with gravy, baked potato, California vegetable medley, Pineapple Delight; Thursday—Seafood pasta over mixed greens, cold bean salad, potato salad, fresh fruit; Friday—Bacon cheddar burger, potato salad, carrots, ice cream sticks (congregate dinners) or pudding (HDM).  The menu will be the meal that is delivered to all Greene County homebound meal clients.  All persons age 60 and older are invited to join for lunch.  Suggested donation is $4 per meal.  If you have a food allergy, please notify us.  Allergen information is available for prepared food items.  Those wishing to receive a meal must notify 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.

Chronic Lower Respiratory Disease presentation by Teri Osterhout-Paton, RRT, CPFT, AE-C, Pulmonary Disease Educator on Thursday, May 30, 11:30 a.m. at the Jewett Senior Nutrition site.  Blood pressure and oxygen level readings and discussion on living with Chronic Lower Respiratory Disease, asthma, COPD, chronic bronchitis.  If you would like to have lunch, please call the Jewett site a day ahead, 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.