The Prattsville Scoop by Abby and Gabby - 20 June 2025

PRATTSVILLE - Thank you to all of you who displayed Old Glory on Flag Day, and all the other days you recognize the significance of our flag, may she ever wave in freedom and honor. The beginning of Flag Day, June 14, was less than perfect for parades but by the late afternoon, it was “GO” and the rain stopped for celebrations.

Know all you Dads were feted with love and gifts and hugs and kisses on Father’s Day. Hope you had a great day.

Not too much going on. Students are studying for their finals and the seniors are preparing for graduation ceremonies. Congratulations to all for reaching this milestone in your scholastic endeavors. May your future be filled with success and happiness. You are the future of our country.

Claudia and Ray Bracaliello have returned from their annual Delaware vacation. They spent two weeks on the beach in Delaware, with only three days of rain the first two days they arrived. The wind and rain kept Ray out of the sand and wind, see subsequent reason. No fish but two bites during the entire time he stood at the edge of the ocean and threw in his his line. Claudia said there were “Good crab cakes and fresh fish” on the menu for the asking and they found a wonderful deli where they were able to get super food, as in no cooking for the vacationers. Claudia read five books and walked the beach daily getting at least two miles in each day. Prior to leaving on their annual trip, Ray had a trip to the eye specialist, receiving an eye injection which was a success. He says he is even able to see better and is needing less light. Never thought of Ray as a low voltage guy. Do envy them their ability to have had the finest seafood every day of their vacation. Many more of these trips, Claudia and Ray.

The American Legion Auxiliary Virgil E. Deyo Unit 1327 had installation of their new officers at their June monthly meeting on June 10. The new officers elected at their May meeting: Catherine Martino, President; Lana Breigle, First Vice President; Patricia Minew, Second Vice President; Diana Jaeger, Secretary; Michele Brainard, Treasurer; Rosalind Randolph, Chaplin; and Marianne Krauss, Sgt. At Arms. Congratulations to all. Their next meeting will be in September, summer is their time to regroup in preparation for their busy fall/winter activities. They will continue to be working for the benefit of our veterans and communities.

Thank you Suzette Stuppert Donisan for your delicious tasty slices of sweet roll. Reminds one of all sorts of coffee cakes, rolls, etc. Your generosity and caring brightened the day. Thanks again.

The Kaaterskill UMC Thrift Shop in Hunter is now open for the summer season. They have been amassing loads of items for you to look over, searching for those hidden treasures. Their hours are Tuesdays 2 P.M. - 6 P.M.; Thursdays 10 A.M. - 2 P.M.; and Saturdays, 12 P.M. - 3 P.M. While there and you have some unwanted items at home, you might ask them if you could donate them for their benefit. The Mountain Top UMCs do great things for all – those in need, shut-ins or those who could just use an unexpected neighborly visit to brighten their day. Thank you for your good deeds.

Happy Birthday to Al Creazzo on June 21. On June 22 it is Happy Birthday to Erin O’Hara Meyer and Ken Maurer. Happy Birthday to Pat Smith on June 23. Bweverly Hull Haskin is wished a very Happy Birthday on June 25. Johannes Krauss is wished a very Happy Birthday on June 26. On June 27 Billy Sutton is wished a Happy Birthday. To all, have a great day.

Send your news and upcoming events, celebrations and special remembrances to gurleyrv@gmail.com or call 518-299-3219.