Digital Defensive Driving at the Desmond-Fish Library
Digital Defensive Driving will present an Empire Safety Council Accident Prevention workshop at the Desmond-Fish Library in Garrison on Saturday, October 18, 2008 from 9:45am to 3:45pm. There is a $50 fee, and participants are encouraged to bring a bag lunch. Young Adults (16 to 21 years) pay half...
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Community Workshop on Fibromyalgia at the Desmond-Fish Library
Dr. Paul Kastuk of Putnam Valley is a wellness chiropractor who has taken a special interest in helping people with fibromyalgia. He has attended multiple conferences on the causes and natural treatments for this painful condition."Fibromyalgia is a debilitating syndrome that is characterized by w...
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Additional Birds Test Positive for West Nile Virus
The Putnam County Department of Health received notification from the New York State Department of Health that three more crows have been laboratory confirmed having the West Nile virus. Two were located in the town of Carmel and one in the town of Kent. The Department of Health does not release s...
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Enjoy Free Fall Events at Scenic Hudson Parks
Self-guided "ParkQuests" encourage exploration anytime
Let the beauty and drama of fall in the valley motivate you to join some fun events in Scenic Hudson parks. The outings also offer lessons about how preserved land helps the environment - from enhancing water and air quality to protecting wildlife habitat to helping working farms to combating cli...
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Putnam County Board of Elections Announce Additional Office Hours for Absentee Voting
The Board of Elections' regular business hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, however they will be open on the following additional hours for absentee voting: -Tue. Oct. 21 - 5pm-7pm -Thu. Oct. 23 - 5pm-7pm -Sat. Oct.
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The White House of Fishkill is Host to Next Dutchess Putnam Restaurant Association Meeting
The Dutchess Putnam Restaurant & Tavern Association will hold its monthly business luncheon on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 beginning at 1pm at The White House, 1109 Main St., Fishkill. Networking begins at 1pm, followed by lunch and business meeting at 2pm.
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Cold Spring Village Homes are Needed for Candlelight Tour
$750 cash prize awarded to Best House on 6th Annual Cold Spring by CandlelightTour
Cold Spring by Candlelight, the annual fundraiser and holiday event in the Village of Cold Spring, is set for Saturday, December 6, 2008 and houses are needed to complete this year's event.
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Local Teens Raise Money for Guiding Eyes for the Blind
Nick Marino, John Kearns, Billy Teed, Zach Landtroop, Kyle Panthen, Michael Teed, Elizabeth Bengel, and of course Harry the Guide Dog completed the 10K Walkathon for Guiding Eyes for the Blind on Sunday October 12, 2008.
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Blessing and Planting of Spring Bulbs at Graymoor
In the spirit of St. Francis, the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement are encouraging the cultivation of flowers as a means of deepening humankind's relationship and responsibility to creation and to God by holding a blessing and planting of bulbs on Sunday, October 19 immediately after the 11am Ma...
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Three of the Head-Turners at the Styling for a Cure Benefit
Showing off their "new do's" at the recent Styling for a Cure benefit to raise funds for the American Cancer Society at The Julia Butterfield Library are Krista Manzoeillo, Sophia Scanga and Melissa Scanga.
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Hudson Highlands Nature Museum Weekend Nature Program: For the Birds!
On Saturday, November 1 at 10am, come to the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum's Outdoor Discovery Center, Muser Drive off Angola Road, Cornwall to learn how to make festive garlands and fun simple bird feeders to decorate outdoor trees that will feed the birds too!
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Free All-Day Workshop on Natural Health and Healing For Women With Cancer
Support Connection, Inc., a non-profit organization offering free, confidential support services and programs to people affected by breast and ovarian cancer, presents "Approaches to Natural Health and Healing" on Saturday, November 8, from 9 am - 3:30 pm at Soundview Preparatory School, 370 Under...
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A New Year and a New Rabbi for First Hebrew
The Jewish New Year, which according to this year's lunar calendar began late last month, brings Jewish people the opportunity to "wipe the slate clean," to be forgiven for past sins, and start anew.
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Fun-filled "Ladies Night Out" in Fishkill to Benefit Cancer Organization
Gather your friends, it's a fun-filled evening for ladies only, to benefit Support Connection, a non-profit organization that provides free support services for women with breast and ovarian cancer. "Ladies Night Out" will take place on Friday, Nov. 7, 2008 from 7pm to 11pm, at the Holiday Inn, 54...
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Upcoming Blood Drive Honors Candy Zgolinski
Friday November 7 Event at Haldane Acknowledges School Nurse who has helped collect over 3,000 pints of blood during her tenure
Ann (Candy) Zgolinski has been on a life saving mission since she went back to school in her late 40's to become a nurse. Imagine, having the strength of character and the necessary will and determination to take on such a challenge in mid life.
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Telephone Support Group For Women With Breast Cancer Begins November 5
Beginning on November 5, 2008, Support Connection, Inc. will offer a monthly support group via toll-free teleconference for women living with breast cancer. The group will take place on the first Wednesday of the month beginning at 8pm (NY time).
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Hudson Highlands Land Trust and Teatown Partner Again to Host 4th Annual Sustainability Expo November 8
This Year's Highlight: Sustainable Communities
On Saturday, November 8, 2008, the Hudson Highlands Land Trust and Teatown Lake Reservation will sponsor their 4th Annual Sustainability Exposition at The Garrison from 9am to 1pm. As always, this event is free and open to the public.
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Share Your Ideas About Improving Transportation for Seniors, People With Disabilities and Low Income New Yorkers
Upcoming Community Planning Workshop will help prioritize spending
Millions of federal grant dollars will become available in New York City, Long Island and the lower Hudson Valley for community transportation services for older adults, people with disabilities and low income individuals.
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Philipstown Girl Scout Troop 2505 Enjoys Their Visit to Glynwood Center
Girl Scout Troop 2505 recently visited the Glynwood Center. Thanks to Director of Farm and Facilities, Ken Kleinpeter, the girls had a great visit. Pictured, left to right, are: Samantha Phillips, Teresa Figueiras, Mary-Margaret Dwyer, Grace Seward, Aurora Straus, Allie LaRocco, Sarah Andersen and J...
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138 Employees, 9 Retirees Honored by Putnam Hospital Center
One hundred thirty-eight employees who work at Putnam Hospital Center were recently recognized at a dinner reception for their years of service to the Carmel hospital. In addition, nine retirees were honored for their dedication to Putnam County's only acute care hospital and largest employer.
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Teddy Bear PJ Party Draws Lots of Kids to Putnam Hospital Center
Dressed in their pajamas and clutching their personal teddy bears and pillows, area children flocked to the recent Teddy Bear Pajama Party sponsored by the Mothers Club of Putnam Hospital Center.
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Fourth Unitarians Host Traces of the Trade Film Screening
The Fourth Unitarian Society of Westchester and The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Briarcliff, Croton and Ossining are co-hosting the showing of the film Traces of the Trade: A Story from the Deep North. Filmmaker Katrina Browne discovers that her New England ancestors were the larges...
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Reminder of Local Dept. of Health Flu Vaccine Clinic
On Tuesday, October 21, 2008, at the Garrison Fire Department the Putnam County Department of Health will be offering a flu vaccine clinic to residents of Putnam County over age 18. The clinic will take place from 10am-2pm at the Garrison Fire Department, located on Route 9 in Garrison.
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Free Coin and Stamp Appraisals in Carmel October 25
The Croton River Numismatic Society of Carmel, a coin club, will once again offer the free appraisal of U.S. & foreign coins, paper money, stamps, medals and tokens to the public on Saturday, October 25, 2008 at the Carmel Fire Department Meeting Room from 9A to 5 P.
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Westchester Man Charged With Grand Larceny, Criminal Mischief
Sheriff Donald B. Smith reports the arrest of a Westchester County man who destroyed property at the residence of his ex-girlfriend in Putnam Valley.
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Peekskill Man Charged with Unlicensed Driving, Fleeing Scene of Accident
Sheriff Donald B. Smith reports the arrest of a City of Peekskill man, a citizen of Equitorial Guinea, after he fled the scene of a traffic accident in Putnam Valley and was determined to have been driving while his license is suspended.
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Local Artists to Exhibit Works at Hudson Valley Hospital Center's Auxiliary Ball
48th Annual Event showcases artwork with a common theme: The Glorious Hudson River Valley
Thirty-eight artists will exhibit original works in various mediums at the 48th Annual Hudson Valley Hospital Center Auxiliary Ball, on Oct. 18, at Boscobel Restoration and Gardens in Garrison. Three of the featured artists — Elaine Galen of Mount Kisco, Anne Johann of Croton-on-Hudson and A...
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Jazz Vespers This Saturday at First Presbyterian
Come enjoy great jazz music at Jazz Vespers this Saturday, October 18 at 5:30pm at the First Presbyterian Church of Philipstown, 10 Academy St., Cold Spring. Under the leadership of the church's outstanding musical director and pianist Tom McCoy, who has played on Broadway and national television...
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