The Prattsville Scoop by Abby and Gabby - 19 September 2025

PRATTSVILLE - We appreciate all our volunteers in all the many organizations that help us in so many ways. Special thanks to our veterans, may they be recognized for their willingness to give their all for us. September 19 is National POW/MIA Recognition Day.

Had an afternoon visit with Friztie Martin and Wanda Powell of Tannersville. Fritzie now divides her time between West Virginia, Florida and her friends in the Hunter area. She plays it smart and visits our area in the summer months. She and her late husband Lou were co-proprietors of Traphagen Honey Farm and many of us frequented that store and also become great friends with the couple. Wanda and Fritzie are both retirees from the United States Postal Service. Wanda divides her time between Tannersville and Florida. They were laughing over having spent one morning trying to fix Wanda’s washing machine only to discover that mice had nibbled at some of the wiring and electronics. They even tried to tried and true method of “if it doesn’t start, kick it”. A new washing machine will soon be delivered to Wanda’s home. They also dropped in for lunch and a visit with Lorraine Banks, bringing sandwiches etc. for their lunch. Now is a good time to wish Lorraine good health.

Good to have Anita Creazzo and Pat Bifolco attend the September meeting of the American Legion Auxiliary, Prattsville, on Tuesday evening. They make it a point of attending those meetings while the weather is not a problem. Sometimes snowy weather arrives early in Prattsville and especially on meeting nights. The upcoming Christmas Celebration for the veterans at Stratton VAMC were discussed. At the present time there are 43 veterans on the residential floor, our special group. Pat Minew and Ginny Gurley met for an inventory of Christmas material for sewing the Christmas gift bags. Thanks to Debbie Beckwith, Ginny Gurley and Joanne Smathers, a member of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 468 in Rochester NY, they are well on the way in preparations for the 2025 Christmas Celebration. Call 518 989 6877 or 518 299 3219 if you would like to help with this program.

The Zadock Pratt Museum’s Victorian Tea was well attended and people are hoping for more. Steve and Lisa Birnbaum were the greeters and they and others kept your table full of savory finger sandwiches and out of this world desserts and, of course, assorted teas. The weather played nice and it was a most enjoyable afternoon for a fashionable tea. Thanks to the members of the Zadock Pratt Museum for sponsoring this tea. Our Museum is worthy of a visit and support in any form is always welcome.

Skeet and Carol Constable were aided at the gas pumps by a younger gentleman. In our area, you do not always have to ask for help, it is offered. Of course a conversation ensued. Nice to catch up with family news.

Jim and Roxie Mudge King stopped by with a really large bag of apples, including Cortland, my favorites, and macs. Apple pies will soon be scenting the air and enjoyed for dessert. Thank you Roxie and Jim. Their anniversary was September 6 and they always take a few days away to enjoy and make more special moments. Roxie’s sister Gretta can use some get well prayers and the good news is she is making progress towards a return to good health. We send prayers and good health wishes to all the members of the Mudge family and others who are in dire need of prayers and good wishes.

Is it true Jim Young lost or misplaced his cell phone and was absolutely lost? Wonder if he has found his way home to their new hot tub. This is a humorous tidbit for the week. No news means “necessity is the mother of invention” or something like that.

Don’t forget the Minew/Albano yard sales on Beech Ridge South Road on Saturday, September 20, 9 AM – 3 PM. Plus you will be favored with wonderful autumn scenery from that area. Take some pictures and send them to me for publication.

Know you have seen other notices of the upcoming Patchworker’s QUILT SHOW, Saturday, October 11, 10 AM – 4 PM, and Sunday, October 12, 2025 10 AM – 2 PM, at the Ambulance Building/Senior Center, at the corner of Route 23 West and South Street, Windham, NY, but an extra reminder is always welcome. Have seen some of the quilters’ work and they are true artisans nonpareil. They do make “eye candy”.

Speaking of candy, get your vegetable candies in for the winter at RSK Farms on Route 23A. They are open every day except Wednesdays, 10 AM – 5 PM. Check out their autumn offerings, and their fall displays are always fun to see and have pictures of your little ones taken with them.

Happy Birthday to Steve Voorhees Jr. on September 20. On September 22 we wish the Brainerd twins, Cody and Brandon, a Happy Birthday. Debbie Case Brainerd is wished a very Happy Birthday on September 24. Happy Anniversary wishes are sent to Michael and Connie Brainerd Constable on September 24. Some families seem to double up on birthdays and anniversaries in certain months. Helps cut down on the parties – boo hoo.

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