Series of Finance and Patent- Related Programs at East Fishkill Library
The East Fishkill library will be hosting a number of sessions and seminars relating to finances, mortgages, investment and trademarks in the coming weeks. Upcoming programs include: Wed. July 23. from 6:30-8pm, a special program on Senior Finances. Three financial specialists will present "Senio...
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Wii Bowling for Seniors at the Kent Public Library
Calling all seniors. Join the hottest game in town- the action packed, virtual bowling game known as Wii bowling. The Kent Public Library will be starting a weekly Wii bowling event for senior citizens beginning on Monday, August 11, 2008, from 10:30am until 12pm. Get ready to yell "Strike!
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Tuesday Night Databytes at the Kent Public Library
The Kent Public Library is kicking off a monthly series of computer and technology demonstrations and discussions on Tuesday, August 12, 6:30pm, with "Web 2.0: What is it?" Join Library Director Frank Rees for an overview of some exciting and free Web 2.0 tools at this initial Tuesday Night Databy...
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'Dreamlike' Garden in Pawling in Open Day Sponsored by the Garden Conservancy
The Garden Conservancy, which makes America's finest private gardens available to the public, presents a visit to the Brine Garden, located at 21 Bluebird Inn Road in Pawling, on Saturday, August 2, from 2- 6pm, rain or shine.
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Glynwood Center Issues Call for Nominations for Their 6th Annual National Harvest Awards
Deadline extended to Monday, August 4, 2008
Glynwood's Harvest Awards honor individuals, organizations, and businesses across the United States that do an exceptional job of supporting sustainable agriculture and regional food systems. Please help them recognize outstanding work from around the country by nominating someone whose work you ...
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Hudson Valley Hospital Center Doctors Say It's Important to Know the Warning Signs of Heat-Related Illnesses
Heat buildup in a car can be deadly. According to doctors at HVHC, a car parked in the sun with closed windows can reach more than 140 degrees in 15 minutes. That's obviously too hot for anyone, but even more dangerous for children, the elderly and pets.
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Rescued Bull to be Shown at 4-H Fair This Weekend
Last September, a young dairy bull was delivered from an untimely death and is now living a safe and happy life.
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Bear Mountain Trailside Zoo Bird Festival Celebrates Winged Creatures
On Saturday, August 2, 2008, from 11am until 3pm, Trailside Museums and Zoo, located at Bear Mountain State Park, will be celebrating the birds of New York State at their Bird Festival. Visitors can marvel at the many native birds they have on exhibit, like the bald eagle, great horned owl, black ...
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American Heart Association Honors Walk Event Volunteers
The Putnam Division of the American Heart Association honored volunteers, sponsors and top fundraisers at a recent awards banquet held at the Centennial Golf Club in Carmel. The event, hosted by Gerald J. Klein, CEO and President of Mahopac National Bank, celebrated the Start! Heart Walk event he...
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Innovative Paving Technology to be Installed on Bear Mountain Bridge
Work to be done at night but some delays may occur
Safer and more cost-efficient, an innovative paving technology will be used on three Mid- Hudson bridges over the next two weeks. The Bear Mountain and Rip Van Winkle bridges will feature new decks utilizing the NovaChip overlay. The material will also be used to resurface the eastern part of the ...
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Kelly Wells Dodge and Donald Lycan III are Engaged
Virginia and Robert Dodge of Garrison are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kelly Wells Dodge to Donald G. Lycan III of Darien, CT, son of Donald G. Lycan II of Memphis, TN, and Laura Rowland, wife of Christopher Rowland of Darien.
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Preventing Heat-Related Illness: Advice from the Putnam County Department of Health
With the temperatures already reaching 90 degrees, the Putnam County Department of Health is urging residents to stay out of the heat. If you must be outdoors in sweltering conditions, there are precautions you can take to avoid heat-related illness. Anyone at any time, even those who are physical...
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Beacon Community Center Sponsors Trips for Seniors
The Beacon Community Center is offering trips to the Seniors in the Beacon and surrounding area. Space is limited for all trips. Please call Jennifer Kurtz at 831-6180 for more information. The 2008 trips include: Sunday, August 10: Magnanini Winery, Walkill, $55 per person for an hour wine tasti...
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Argo All Terrain Vehicle has Been Donated to Garrison Volunteer Fire Co.
A Philipstown resident has donated a 1995 Argo All Terrain Vehicle to the Garrison Volunteer Fire Company. The Argo, pictured here in a training exercise at the Walter Hoving Home, is amphibious and will be fitted with a Stokes Litter for evacuating victims in difficult terrain. Due to the popularit...
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Flower Pounding Children's Workshop at Southeast Museum
On Saturday, August 9 at 10:30am The Southeast Museum will hold a Children's Flower Pounding Workshop. Flower Pounding will have you looking at fresh flowers in a whole new way. See what colors emerge as you hammer flowers into fabric.
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Share the Beauty of Our Community With Someone Less Fortunate
Fresh Air Fund kids enjoy their stay with Philipstowners almost as much as P'towners enjoy hosting them
The first summer Yniqwa Miller came to visit Lisa and Stan Martens' home in Garrison she couldn't swim. Three years later she swims, jumps in the deep end, and enjoys the slides at SplashDown Beach waterpark without fear. Yniqwa (12) is one of three children visiting from the inner city this week...
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Keep Putnam Beautiful Painted Trash Cans to be Put to Use at Putnam County 4-H Fair
Thanks to Putnam County artists Julie Frankel and Regina Gelfer, the 2008 4-H Fair will feature two Beautiful Trash Cans. The cans will be part of the Keep Putnam Beautiful tent at the Fair. Julie Frankel did the one with Sybil Ludington on it. Regina Gelfer did the can with the 4-H scenes on it.
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County Officials Meet on Child Safety Zone Law
Putnam County Sheriff Donald B. Smith hosted a meeting of Putnam County officials at his offices yesterday to discuss the implementation of the County's Child Safety Zone Law.
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Hospice Care Looking for Volunteers
Hospice Care in Westchester & Putnam is looking for volunteers to help them provide a truly exceptional level of care to patients on their program and their families. Volunteer positions are available in the following areas: Direct Patient & Family Support, Bereavement Care, Special Community Even...
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Highland Garden Club Luncheon Offered a Double Feature
The Highland Garden Club of Cold Spring held its annual summer luncheon at The Chalet restaurant on Tuesday, July 15, 2008. Beside the magnificent view, attendees were treated to a double program.
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Putnam Valley Man Charged With Assaulting Ex- Girlfriend
Sheriff Donald B. Smith reports the arrest of a Putnam Valley man who had assaulted his ex-girlfriend. On July 9, 2008 at 3.50pm, Deputy Sheriff Michael Schmidt responded to a report of an assault at 28 Peekskill Hollow Road in the Town of Putnam Valley.
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Putnam Valley Men Charged With Unlawfully Dealing With Minors
Sheriff Donald B. Smith reports the arrest of two Putnam Valley brothers who had allowed minors to drink alcoholic beverages on their property. On July 12, 2008 at 12:46am, Deputy Sheriffs Kevin Cargain and Edward Kennedy responded to a complaint of a loud party in progress at 41 Mountain Brook D...
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