“Sharon Things - Local Happenings for Sharon Springs” - 21 November 2025

By Alexis Pencar

Hey Neighbors!

After more snow this last week, we had a bit of welcomed sun and should remain dry into Tuesday, where we shift into an extended rainy pattern. Highs are expected above 40s and lows in the 30s. 

Did you know we’ve had quite the space weather these last couple weeks too? So far, November has seen significant solar activity, with a severe "cannibal" solar storm hitting Earth on November 12, causing disruptions to radio communications, GPS accuracy, and impacting power grids and satellites. This storm was triggered by an X5.1-class solar flare that erupted from the sun on November 11, followed by the fast-moving coronal mass ejection (CME). For more space weather info, visit the Space Weather Prediction Center by NOAA.

Remember your Sharon column is a great place to find out about your local events, news, birthdays, and more! Look out for the upcoming Holiday schedule!

The 12 days of Christmas are coming up fast in the Village of Sharon Springs starting November 28th

through December 21st! Between Thanksgiving and Christmas, every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday, shop at participating Sharon Springs businesses and spend $30 or more to receive a $5 Sharon Springs Gift Certificate! You can earn one certificate per store, per day, so come back every weekend to collect more! Eileen Harcourt of EH Rural Provisions offered, “From partridges to golden rings, every corner of our Village will hold a little holiday magic. The 12 Days of Christmas Village Walk invites neighbors to shop, eat, drink, smile, and rediscover what makes our community special. The true essence of Holiday: sharing, meeting new and old friends and giving back”.

Polar's Express Sled Dog Rides with Santa is coming up on Saturday, December 13th from 11-2 PM at Run by Dogs in Sharon Springs with Musher Kate Walrath! Come celebrate your love of huskies, Santa, and holiday cheer! Visit Run by Dog FB page for tickets and more info!

Your local Sharon Springs Food Pantry is an excellent local resource for all! Located in the United Methodist Church on Route 20, across from SSCS (511 US Route 20, Sharon Springs, NY 13459). They are always in need of donations of food or even unopened personal care items! The pantry hours are Thursday 9:00 -10:30 AM & 5:00 - 6:30 PM. For more information please contact (518) 284-2687 or (518) 852-1193.

The Village of Sharon Springs holds their Regular Board Meetings on the 3rd Thursday of each Month at 6:00 PM located at 129 Main St, Sharon Springs, NY 13459. The next meeting is scheduled for: Thursday, December 18th. The Village Mayor is Denise Kelly and the new Village Clerk is Hope Bayes. Please Note: If you wish to be on the agenda for a Village Board meeting you need to contact the Village office in advance no later than the Monday prior to the board meeting to make that request. The Office Hours for Village of Sharon Springs are Monday & Wednesday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Thursday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. For more information please call (518) 284-2625. Reminder: No Overnight Street Parking in the Village of Sharon Springs from November 1 - May 1.

The Town of Sharon holds their Regular Board Meetings on the 1st Wednesday of each Month at 6:30 PM located at 129 Main St, Sharon Springs, NY 13459. The next meeting is scheduled for: Wednesday, December 3rd. The Town Supervisor is Sandra Manko and the Town Clerk is Melissa Olsen. The Office Hours for the Town of Sharon are Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM or by appointment. For more information please call (518) 284-3010.

Sharon Springs Free Library News: Story Time is at 10:00 AM on Thursday mornings and includes a story, craft, and snack. They are now collecting new children’s books for the holidays in partnership with the Joshua Project through the first week in Dec. The Library is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Fridays from 3:00 - 8:00 PM, Mondays & Thursdays from 10:00 - 6:00 PM, Saturdays 10:00 -1:00 PM, and Sundays - Closed.  For more Library information please contact (518) 284-3126. 

Worship Services

The Sharon Reformed Church (6858 State Route 10, Sharon Springs, NY 13459) offers weekly service at 10:30 am. Contact at (518) 234-2387 for more details.

The Sharon Springs United Methodist Church (511 State Route 20, Sharon Springs, NY, 13459) offers weekly service at 10:30 am. Contact at (518) 284-2200 for more details.

Grace Episcopal Church (24 Montgomery Street, Cherry Valley, NY 13320) offers weekly Holy Eucharist at 11:00 am. Contact at (315) 858-4016 for more details.

The St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic Church (24 Maple Avenue, Cherry Valley, NY 13320) offers weekly mass at 10:00 am. Reminder: confession is available 30 minutes before every mass. Contact at (607) 264-3779 for more details.

The Zion St. John’s Lutheran Church Seward (114 Mesick Ave, Cobleskill, NY 12043) offers weekly service on Sundays at 9:00 am. Contact at (518) 234-3222 for more details.

Cornerstone Baptist Church (7274 Route 10, Ames, NY 13317). Sunday Service is at 10:00 am. All are welcome. Contact (518) 673 3405 for more details.

Sharon Sr. Congregate Meal Site

Local residents are invited to enjoy good company and a noon-time meal year round (except holidays) at the Schoharie County OFA’s “Spa Ritz” Sr. Congregate Meal Site at the Firehouse at 137 Beechwood Rd. M-W-F. 8 oz of 1% milk is served with each meal. Orders for meals must be called into the OFA office at (518) 295-2001 before 2 p.m. for the following day. Effective January 1st the suggested donation for those 60 years old and older is $5.00 per meal. Under age 60? You’re welcome to participate for a fee of $7.50 per meal.

To share community news, upcoming events, business specials, adjusted hours, birthdays, anniversaries, or even an outstanding resident, please contact me directly at (772) 971-1410 or alexis.pencar@gmail.com. Have a great week! Thanks!