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Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Cheaper by the Bagful Garbage hauling, mobility tax, and dirt road covered at Philipstown meeting by Michael Turton

Hans Claessens

Paving Over the Past? D i r t ro a d t o Wa r n e r H o u s e s e t t o b e p a v e d b y We s t P o i n t As part of its plan to renovate the currently closed Warner House, West Point, which owns Constitution Island, plans to pave the dirt road leading to the 18th century farmhouse, the PCN&R has learned. According to Richard de K o s te r, e x e c u t i v e d i r e c to r o f th e C o n s t i t u t i o n I s lan d Association, the West Point garrison plans to complete the paving of the historic track by this Friday, August 7.

Preservationists are upset with the decision go with asphalt. In lieu of paving, Mr. de Koster said that the Association’s architect, Stephen Tilly, had recommended that the road be covered with crushed shale or a special material called “StoneyCrete,” which would mainta i n t h e historic feel of the road while addressing various modern worries, including drainage and emergency access. Notably, as visitors generally

cannot drive automobiles onto the island, there is little vehicular traffic. Wa l k i n g t h e g r o u n d s o f the Warner House can be a magical experience for many visitors. At many places on the island, there are no signs of modernity, and one can witness the same view seen by the likes of George Washington, Continental Army soldiers, and the famed Warner sisters, who lived in the “Old Revolutionary” house

in the 19th century. When reached at press time, Col. Daniel Bruno, West Point G a r r i s o n c o m m a n d e r, e x pressed his great love and concern for the Warner House and Constitution Island, but said the decision to go with blacktop relates to issues involving fire truck access, snow-plowing, and costs. —PCN&R Staff Report

Review Board Seeks to Preserve Village’s History by Michael Mell The Cold Spring Historic District Review Board held its monthly meeting on July 29, 2009. On the agenda were a public hearing for an addition to a house on High Street and a workshop for a house on Rock

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Street. While public hearings and workshops are core tasks performed by the review board, village residents will not have any official interaction with the board unless they reside in the historic district, and then only if they wish to modify the exterior of their home.

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The historic district was established in 1976 to protect the “unique architectural, historic, and scenic qualities” of Cold Spring. This legislation was adopted as Chapter 64 of the village code and included, as a mechanism for enforcement, the Historic District Review

Preferring Furry Friends to Humans by Michael Turton with Anna Ledwith

Hearty Menu, Rich History, and a View at Hudson House Part of a series on local eateries by Stephanie M. Grossman Sam Bei, owner of Hudson House in Cold Spring, admits he can’t fry an egg. But he learned the rules of good food and warm hospitality while growing up, through his parents’ involvement in the restaurant business. Mr. Bei took a rather circuitous route to becoming a restaurateur. He has led quite a life. His interesting history gives him status as a Korean War veteran and a former major league baseball player.

Mr. Bei was recruited right out of high school to play shortstop for the St. Louis Cardinals. While serving in Korea, though, he suffered injuries that ended his baseball career. This prompted him to attend the University of Scranton in his home state of Pennsylvania, where he received a degree in finance. He was hired by IBM as a financial manager, and that’s how he came to live and work in the Hudson Valley. After a number of years at IBM, and allured by entrepreneurship, he decided it was time to try working for himself. Using his own money, (See Hudson on Page 11)

Board. The review board is composed of five members appointed by the mayor and trustees. Their task is to review proposed changes to buildings in the district and determine appropriateness of those changes. The board’s guide to (See Historic on Page 11)

Most people like animals— at least dogs or cats, if not both. But to simply say that Paula Young likes animals doesn’t quite cut it. Young operates an animal rescue facility just outside of Cold Spring. She takes in injured or sick animals, cares for them until they are back in good health, and then releases them back to their natural surroundings. She specializes in raccoons—and skunks. This is not a recent or casual pastime for Young. “I’ve cared for animals my entire life…since I was 4 and picked up a baby bird and took it home to my mom, telling her it followed me home,” she explained. “My father’s job forced us to move all the time. For a child it was lonely because I didn’t have any friends. We would move so much that it wouldn’t give me time to make friends, so I spent my time with the animals.” In her early years Young got to see animals in a way that is not exactly common for most children—or adults, f o r t h a t m a t t e r. S h e o f t e n camped with her dad, who was busy exploring the world’s

jungles in search of oil. “I would wander alone and meet all the critters in the world.  How cool is that?” she asks. And while raccoons and skunks have often been the recipients of her tender loving care, Young also speaks highly of other critters she has helped out along the way. “Bats are so wonderful; they are like magic ancient creatures,” she commented.  “And coyotes, for their independence, foxes for their cleverness,” before adding, “And lots of lizards and snakes, who, believe it or not, are very relieved and, in their own way, grateful when they receive assistance.” Young has also tended to chickens rescued from illegal fighting operations. Young says that she never turns away an animal that is suffering, but if it is a species she is not completely familiar with she stabilizes the animal and then farms it out to other volunteers with the right expertise. She is not big on bureaucracy. Her facility near Lake Surprise doesn’t even have a formal name. “If I were to call this little hill anything, it would be ‘Nature More,’” Young explained, adding that (See Wildlife on Page 12)

T h e P h i l i p s t o w n To w n Board workshop held on Thursday, July 30, 2009, was brief but covered a range of issues from garbage pickup and traffic lights to the MTA mobility tax and improvements to Old Albany Post Road. Garrison resident Jackie Grant appeared before the Town Board to begin a discussion that she hopes will eventually provide a way for residents to reduce their carbon footprint while also reducing the amount of money they spend on garbage disposal. Grant estimates that she spends roughly $600 a year to have garbage picked u p b y a p r i v a t e c o m p a n y. Municipal collection of refuse is not provided outside

Philipstown’s two villages. suggestion,” and encouraged Grant pointed to the Town of Grant to get more information Kent, which has a system she about the full cost of Kent’s would like to see emulated in program. The matter will be Philipstown. There, a garbage discussed again at the Town truck is simply parked at the Board’s September meeting. landfill, enabling residents to It will also be on the agenda dispose of garat an October bage for a fee workshop beIn the Town of of three dollars i n g o rg a n i z e d Kent, residents per bag. “If I by the Hudcan get down to dispose of garbage son Highlands one or two bags Land Trust. The at the landfill of garbage a will for a fee of three workshop week, I’d be dofocus on ideas dollars per bag ing a good job,” designed to Grant said. At help homeowntwo bags of trash ers reduce their a week Grant calculated that “carbon footprint.” she would realize a savings of While progress continues about fifty percent under such towards installation of a stopa system. She would like to light at the corner of Fishkill see Philipstown implement the Road and Route 9, the new same program at its recycling traffic signal will not be opcenter. Town Supervisor Bill erational by the start of the Mazzuca called it “a very good school year as residents, Town

officials, and Haldane Central School District officials had hoped. Bill Mazzuca reported that Putnam Deputy County Executive John Tully indicated in a recent conversation that the County plans to go ahead with the project. New York State has approved the traffic light, however, if the State Department of Highways does the installation, it could take up to three years to complete. Tully said that the county hopes to have the long-awaited light up and running by Thanksgiving at the latest. Route 9 near Fishkill Road has been the scene of numerous serious traffic accidents in recent years. Local officials have been very vocal about their concerns that the recent realignment of the intersection has made (See Garbage on Page 12)

Waterfront Dwellers Complain about Noise by Michael Mell On July 28, 2009, the Cold Spring Village Board held a discussion about quality of life issues, specifically for those residents living on lower Main Street. The meeting was primarily attended by residents of the new housing (at the former lumberyard) but also included longtime residents John Dunn, Anne Impellizzeri, and Don Lusk. Former resident Margaret Vetare, who has since moved elsewhere in the village, was not present, but her letter framed the discussion. The letter states that she has seen “a serious decline in my quality of life” and that the problems “boil down to

one concept: pollution.” Ms. Vetare’s letter divided pollution into two broad categories: noise and air pollution. Noise pollution issues, for her, included loud music from cars, residences, passersby, and Hudson House; barking dogs; loud kids at the bandstand (before and after park closing); motorcycles; and early morning trash pickup at Hudson House. Air pollution sources that she identified included delivery trucks, motorists who let their cars idle, noxious smells from trash burning, and the Hudson House dumpster. Many of the residents seemed nonplussed when Mayor Gallagher opened the floor for public comment, as

their prepared agenda had been mostly addressed by Ms. Vetare’s concise summation. It took a moment to reframe their discussion. Additional issues were raised related to driving, including speeding and disregard for stop signs. The mayor mentioned that driving issues have arisen, as well, in other areas of the village. Speed bumps were suggested, but the sheriff has informed the village that these are not permissible on public roads. The possibility of new signage was raised, but the unspoken sense of the room was that this would not be especially effective. Discussion then turned to young people hanging out at the bandstand, some of whom

contribute to a number of the issues under discussion. In response to one comment, Gallagher cautiously offered that selected areas could be considered for video surveillance, but did not seem keen on the idea. Cold Spring Police Officer Gary Marino, sitting in for Officer Kane, told the board that the kids “know the drill,” and will leave when he arrives. One resident asked whether closing time for the park could be at 10pm (instead of 11pm) and another suggested “dawn to dusk” hours similar to parks in New York City. These received nodding acceptance from the board. A few residents indicated (See Noise on Page 12)

Youth Become Firefighters for a Week by Catherine Garnsey with Lillian Moser Though the cannons of West Point can sometimes be heard echoing through the streets and lanes of Cold Spring, the village is not accustomed to the sounds o f d r i l l s e rg e a n t s b a r k i n g orders and troops chanting as they march in formation. But last week, shopkeepers were compelled to step out of their doors and passersby paused as 50 Philipstown students marched on Main chanting, “Everywhere we go…People wanna’ know…Who we are.. So we tell ‘em…Cold Spring Fire…Junior Academy!” The group of fourth through eighth graders was parading through the village as part of the weeklong camp, during w h i c h f i r e f i g h t e r s , E M Ts , and paramedics trained the youngsters in fire cause and prevention, fire safety, firefighting equipment, CPR and first aid, the importance of teamwork, physical fitness, and marching. The Junior Fire Academy was founded seven years ago b y D a n Va l e n t i n e , f o r m e r chief of the Cold Spring Fire Company and currently a police officer for the Town of Greenburgh. “I started this academy because I think it is important for children to understand exactly what a fireman does, and, of course, to learn more about fire safety than we can possibly teach at just one school assembly during Fire Safety Week,” Valentine said.

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Dan Valentine leads Junior Firefighter Academy participants down Main Street.

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Tony Hay Tells Gift Givers ‘Keep It’ Citizens Urge Philipstown to Allow Voting at North Highlands Fire House Putnam’s Legislature Chair- sale of tobacco products. of any gift, be it a “plaque, man Tony Hay values the goodness and generosity of the public who often express their satisfaction with government by providing elected officials with small tokens of appreciation. Yet, Hay, who represents constituents in the greater Southeast-Brewster area, has called such trinkets totally unnecessary. Lawmakers recently received a small gift from POW’R Against Tobacco—a tiny starfish contained in a blue velvet bag—to show its appreciation for the county’s efforts towards curbing the

Don’t forget the Blood Drive on Friday, August 7, at the North Highlands Fire House from 2:30 to 8pm. Walk-ins are welcome; 120 pints are needed. On Saturday August 8, the Cold Spring Fire Company is holding their Clambake at Mayor’s Park, from 10am to 5pm. Tickets cost $50 per person. On Sunday, August 9, Cold Spring Chamber of Commerce Sunset Series features the Victor Jones Trio, jazz at 5:30 down by the river, and, as always, free. Happy Birthday greetings to Viral Sheth, Susan Kenney, Jason Jennejahn, Connor Fitzsimmons, Joanne Grasso, Gene Vanzo, Sandra Duckwitz, Caitlin Derry, Alyssa Hustis, Elizabeth Darcy, Robin Flanagen, and a special birthday greeting to Richard Chesnut.

Hay said the gift was a “generous offering, but it had to have cost the organization anywhere from $8 to $10. With our nine legislators, we are talking about $80 to $100 expenditure. I’d much rather the organization spent the money for advertising or enforcement.” Hay believes elected officials should never receive special recognition in the form

dinner, or trinket. It may be a nice gesture but is totally unnecessary. We are doing our job. The only recognition an official needs is a ‘thank you.’ When re-election time comes, if the community believes the man or woman has served admirably, he or she should be returned to office. If not, time for a new person in office!” —Eric Gross

Hans Moeller (seated) collects signatures on Thursday, July 30, for the petition protesting the decision to move voting from North Highlands Fire Department to the Methodist church in Cold Spring. According to Mr. Moeller, 77 citizens have signed the petition to-date. He hopes to collect 150 signatures by Thursday, when the petition will be presented to the Philipstown board. Those interested in signing may reach Mr. Moeller at 265-3340.

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Meetings This Week THURSDAY 8/6

FRIDAY 8/7

7:30 PM - PV ZBA

No Meetings Scheduled PV TOWN HALL CLOSED

MONDAY 8/10

TUESDAY 8/11

WEDNESDAY 8/12

7:30 PM - Philipstown ZBA

7:30 PM - Philipstown CAC 7:30 PM - Cold Spring Board Weekly Workshop

7:30 PM Philipstown Board Weekly Wkshop 8 PM - Cold Spring Historic District Review Board

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

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Obituaries Patrick “PJ” Faherty

ST. MARY’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH IN THE HIGHLANDS 1 Chestnut Street, Cold Spring Fr. Shane ScottHamblen, Rector 845-265-2539 Mr. Ron Greene, Senior Warden, 265-3624 www.stmaryscoldspring. dioceseny.org Sun. Masses: 8am (spoken); 10:30am (sung); Sunday school in Parish Hall during 10:30 mass Thurs. Fri. & Sun.: AA in parish hall, 8pm FRANCISCAN FRIARS OF THE ATONEMENT Route 9, Garrison 845-424-3671 graymoorcenter@ atonementfriars.org Sunday Eucharist - 11am, Pilgrim Hall. Daily Mass - Mon. - Sat. 11:30am. Mondays - Holy Hour, 8pm. Centering Prayer - 8pm. Monthly Prayer Meeting 2nd Sunday of every month at 2 p m. Reco v e r y I n c . e very Wednesday, 7:30pm. Renewal Farmers’ Market: Every Friday, 10-3, during growing season. ST. JOSEPH’S CHAPEL A mission Chapel of Our Lady of Loretto Church Upper Station Rd., Garrison, 845-265-3718 Sunday Mass: 10:15am CAPUCHIN YOUTH & FAMILY MINISTRIES 781 Route 9D, Garrison 845-424-3609 www.cyfm.org Fri/Sun Aug. 28/30 - G.I.F.T. (Growing in Faith Together), Catholic retreat for teenagers. Call or visit online. Reg. deadline Aug. 25 Fri/Sun Sept. 4/6 - Refresh and renew, retreat for CYFM alumni. Call or visit online. Sun. Sept. 6 - Cap Corps Vo l u n t e e r C o m m i s s i o n i n g Mass, join in welcoming the 2009-2010 group of volunteers, 2pm, CYFM Gym.

OUR LADY OF LORETTO CATHOLIC CHURCH Fair Street, Cold Spring (845) 265-3718 www.ourladyoflorettocs.com Fr. Brian McSweeney, Pastor Masses: Sat. 5:30pm, Sun. 7 : 3 0 a m , 9 , & 11 : 4 5 a m . , Weekdays: 8:15am, St. Joseph’s - Garrison, Sun., 10:15am. Holy Days: 8:15am & 7:30pm Mass, Holy Day Vigil: 530pm Confessions: Sat., 4:30-5pm Bingo - Thursdays, doors open 6pm, first game begins 7 : 1 5 p m . $ 1 , 5 0 0 i n To t a l Cash Prizes. Concessions available. ST. PHILIP’S CHURCH IN THE HIGHLANDS 1101 Route 9D, Garrison stphilips.highlands.com Rev. Francis H. Geer, Rec. 845-424-3571 - e-mail: [email protected] Summer schedule: 8am - Holy Communion 10am - Main Service; childcare available for 10am service GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 337 Peekskill Hollow Road, Putnam Valley Pastor Tony Mecca 845-526-3788 Sunday Service & Sunday School: 10 am. Prayer Service w/ Communion: Tues 7 pm. “Tuesdays w/ Tony” - Discussion group, 9am. ST. LUKE’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 65 Oscawana Lake Rd., Putnam Valley www. stlukesputnamvalley.org 845-528-8858 [email protected] Sunday Worship - Service: 9am, Coffee hour: 10:15am, Family Communion Service including Sunday School: 10:30am Thu. - Prayer Service, 8pm

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF PHILIPSTOWN Academy & Cherry Streets Cold Spring 845-265-3220 Rev. Leslie Mott, Pastor www.presbychurchcoldspring.org

[email protected] Worship Service: 10am Chancel Choir Rehearsal: Wednesdays 7pm Office Hours: Tue, Wed & Thu, 8-12 Food Pantry: Saturdays 9-10am UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES OF COLD SPRING & SOUTH HIGHLAND (Garrison) 845-265-3365 South Highland UMC, 19 Snake Hill Rd. Garrison Cold Spring UMC, 216 Main Street Pastor Margaret (Peggy) Laemmel South Highland in Garrison worship service at 9:30am. Cold Spring worship service at 11am. Sat. Sept. 12 - Bake Sale, Foodtown, 9:30am-noon Sat. Oct. 10 - Bake Sale, Foodtown, 9:30am-noon COLD SPRING BAPTIST CHURCH (American Baptist Churches, USA) Paul Laurelli (Interim Pastor) 245 Main St., Cold Spring 845-265-2022 Sunday Services, 10:30am Wednesdays: Prayer- Fellowship time, 7pm TEMPLE ISRAEL 140 Lake Drive Lake Peekskill Rabbi Jeff Cymet 845-528-2305 Shabbat Services: Fridays 8pm; Saturdays 9:15am.

PHILIPSTOWN REFORM SYNAGOGUE P.O. Box 94 Cold Spring, NY 10516 Unless otherwise indicated, all services take place at St. Mary’s Parish House, Cold Spring. services/10:30am, leader tba Sat. Aug. 15 - Shabbat Morning Services: discussion/9:30am, services/10:30am, led by Rabbi Marcus Burstein Fri. Sept. 18, Rosh Hashanah evening services, 8pm PHILIPSTOWN WORSHIP GROUP Quaker Meeting 845-424-3525 Meeting for Worship – 2nd & 4th Sundays of each month, 10am, at 848 Old Albany Post Road (Whyatt Stone Cottage), Garrison. Call for directions. Children of all ages welcome. REFORM TEMPLE OF PUTNAM VALLEY 362 Church Road Putnam Valley Rabbi Allen Darnov 845-528-4774 www.rtpv.org Shabbat Services: Fridays, 8 p m ; Yo u n g p e o p l e ’ s s e rvice- third Friday of the month, 7pm. Hebrew School, ages 3+ HISTORIC TOMPKINS CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 729 Peekskill Hollow Road, Putnam Valley 845-528-5076 www.tompkinschurchny.org 1st Sunday of the month worship: 2pm FOURTH UNITARIAN SOCIETY OF WESTCHESTER 1698 Strawberry Road Mohegan Lake Rev. Dawn Sangrey 914-528-7131 www.fourthuu.org S u n d a y M o r n i n g Wo r s h i p at 10:30am

Birth Announcements Annalyse Shirley Ortiz Born on June 24, 2009, at Hudson Valley Hospital, to Annmarie Rogonia and Manuel Ortiz, Jr., of Buchanan. Maternal grandparents are

Lisa Rogonia and Kenneth Rogonia, of Lake Peekskill. Paternal grandparents are Eulalia Martinez and Manuel Ortiz, of the Bronx.

Daniel Evan Morrison Born on July 1, 2009, at Hudson Valley Hospital, to Joan and Cliff Morrison, of Garrison. Maternal grandparents are Chop and Pat

Bradford, of New Milford, CT. Paternal grandparents are Anthony and Marie Spieles, of Peekskill.

Alyssa Marie Grippo Born on June 25, 2009, at Hudson Valley Hospital, to Jeanne Marie and Robert Grippo, of Putnam Valley. Maternal grandparents are

Eugene and Maria Burrone, of Putnam Valley. Paternal grandparents are Donald and Florence Grippo, of Yonkers.

Dylan Thomas Falloon Born on June 30, 2009, at Hudson Valley Hospital, to

Melissa and Ralph Falloon, of Cold Spring.

Lianna Sylvia Martone Born on July 18, 2009, at Hudson Valley Hospital, to Donna and Richard Martone, of Somers. Maternal grandparents are Ron and

Margaret Candillo, of Mahopac. Paternal grandparents are Tony and Mary Martone, of Putnam Valley.

Faherty, Patrick (PJ), 57, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on August 2, 2009. He is survived by his loving wife, Susan MacLean, and his sons, Thomas and Matthew; beloved mother, Maureen Faherty; sister, Elaine Cella; brothers Martin, Sean, and Michael. He was predeceased by his father, Martin J. Faherty. After graduating from Pace University and Columbia University, he taught English in Liberty, NY and then at New Hyde Park HS. Next he moved to Suffern HS where he spent 29 years as an administrator, the last seven of which as the principal. PJ was always inquisitive and committed to the art of teaching, and loved his students and staff members. He touched the lives of many, will be dearly missed, and lovingly remembered. Deeply devoted to his family, Pat enjoyed spending time with his sons at many sporting events such as Army home games, and his fall Sundays were spent watching football with his friends and children. He coached his sons’ Little League teams for a number of

years, was a Cub Scout leader, and was frequently involved in Garrison School activities. His family spent their summers traveling throughout the United States and Europe or living on Cape Cod, which Pat loved dearly. Pat closely followed politics and enjoyed a good debate. A cup of strong coffee and a newspaper provided the ideal start to a great day. Reading was also a passion of his, as he enjoyed an eclectic mix of genres. Other frequent hobbies included yearly cleanups of the garage, browsing “discount” stores for treasures, and adding to his collection of sunglasses and sandals. Calling hours at the Clinton Funeral Home 21 Parrott St. Cold Spring, will be 7 - 9pm on Tuesday evening, August 4; and from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm on Wednesday, August 5. The funeral will be held at St. Philip’s Church in the Highlands (in Garrison) on Thursday August 6, 2009, at 10am. Burial will follow at the Cold Spring Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Ethel Merritt McCaffrey Stolzenberger Ethel Merritt McCaffrey Stolzenberger, age 98, a longtime resident of Cold Spring, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, July 20, 2009. Mrs. Stolzenberger was a retired hospital administrator, having worked at Julia L. Butterfield Memorial Hospital in Cold Spring from 1938 to 1979. Mrs. Stolzenberger was noted in her youth to have played piano for the silent movies. She was also the secretary for the Putnam County Coroner and served as the secretary for the Nelsonville Village Board. She was a graduate of Haldane High School. She was also a graduate of Eastman Business School and achieved a certificate in hospital administration from Columbia University. Mrs. Stolzenberger greatly enjoyed travel and traveled extensively throughout the United States and Europe. She had also visited Australia and China. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was the matriarch of the Merritt family and, in spite of her busy schedule, she always found time to assist her large family in any time of need. Born May 11, 1911, in New Breaman, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Warren Nelson and Alfreda (Broerman) Merritt. She was predeceased by her first husband, John McCaffrey, and second

husband, Joseph Edward Stolzenberger. She was also predeceased by her daughter, Patricia McCaffrey Perpetua in November 2008. She was the last surviving of the Merritt children and was predeceased by her five siblings, Nelson Merritt, Helen DeMichael, Margaret Merritt, Mildred McCormick, and Mabel Merritt. She is survived by her granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Patricia and Martin Marcus and great granddaughter, Merritt Jenny Marcus of Mohegan Lake, NY. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews: Robert McCaffrey of Cold Spring, Edward and Maggie McCormick of Wilmington, NC, Sally and Jim Cone of Naponock, NY, Janet DeMichael of Hancock, NY, Alan and Susan DeMichael of Beverly Hills, FL, Gloria and Bob Lowe of NC, Marilyn and Bob Way of FL, and Nelson Merritt Jr. of FL. A private graveside service was held on Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at Cold Spring Cemetery. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Clinton Funeral Home, Cold Spring. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mrs. Stolzenberger’s name to Superkids (an organization that provides developmental therapy and caregiver training in orphanages), 6300 John Ryan Dr., Fort Worth, Texas, 76132.

Theodore J. Carlson Theodore J. Carlson, former senior partner of the law firm Gould & Wilkie, of 1 Wall Street, New York, and former Chairman of the Board of Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation in Poughkeepsie, died peacefully on July 16, 2009, at the age of 90. Mr. Carlson’s life was distinguished by his service to others. Ted Carlson was born on January 4, 1919, in Hartford, Connecticut, the youngest of 8 children. His parents, Johann and Hulda Carlson, served as officers in the Swedish Salvation Army Corp in America. Inspired by the dedication of his widowed mother to the needs of the Montclair Corp in New Jersey, Mr. Carlson developed a lifelong devotion to the work of the Salvation Army. He served for many years as a member and chairman of the Greater New York Salvation Army Advisory Board. Mr. Carlson also served as a captain in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II in France and Germany. After serving his country, Mr. Carlson attended Columbia University Law School and earned Juris Doctor and Master of Arts degrees. He was also Chairman of the Board of The King’s College in Briarcliff,

NY and the Christian Herald in Chappaqua, NY. Te d C a r l s o n s e r v e d t h e people of the Hudson Valley through his work at Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation, where he promoted responsible development of the region and focused on improving communities. Mr. Carlson authored A Design for Freedom, a social analysis of the public utility process. Under his leadership, Central Hudson achieved a landmark legal victory to protect commercial free speech in Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp. v. Public Service Commission, an important case decided by the U.S. Supreme Court in 1980. He was devoted to his loving wife, Jacqueline C. Carlson. In addition to his wife, Mr. Carlson is survived by his children, including daughters Stephanie Impellittiere, Victoria Nagel, and Antoinette Schleimer, and son Christopher Carlson. He is also survived by his sons- and daughter-in-law, nine grandchildren and his nieces and nephews. Donations may be made to The Salvation Army of Greater New York , 120 W. 14th Street, NY 10011,or Faith Lutheran Brethren Church, P.O. Box 470, 480 Pleasantville Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510.

Catherine Couser Catherine Couser, 90, of Westerville, Ohio, died at home with her family by her side on Thursday July 30, 2009. She was born on December 17, 1918, in Beacon, NY, to the late Harry and Mary (Gibson) Ireland. Catherine lived in Cold Spring until retiring from Fishkill National Bank. After retirement she moved to Venice, FL. She served as a staff sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps during WW II and was a life member of the V.F.W. and American Legion. Catherine was a loving mother. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia (Edward) Kallay and Regina (Robert)

Britt; son, Thomas (Florinda) Couser; grandchildren, Eric (Kris) Wilt, Jason (Yvonne) Wilt, Jennifer Cunningham, and Tanya Couser; numerous step-grandchildren; and great-granddaughter, Sydney Wilt. Catherine was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Thomas Couser,and daughter, Mary Couser. Cremation has taken place at Catherine’s wishes and a memorial service will be scheduled for a later date in Cold Spring. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Catherine’s name to Heartland Hospice, 6500 Busch Boulevard, Suite 210, Columbus, OH 43229.

Visualization for Healing is Taught at Desmond-Fish Penny Lavin, Associate Director of One Light Healing Touch (OLHT), is offering a free energy healing workshop at the Desmond-Fish Library in Garrison from 7-8:30pm, on August 13. The workshop is for anyone interested in personal growth and healing and all healthcare practitioners. Participants will learn about the nature of energy and the experiential evening includes

meditation, visualization, and soundwork, which help release stress and facilitate opening one’s innate healing abilities. Penny Lavin has a private practice in Stormville, NY. For more information, and to register for the workshop, call 845-876-0239 or [email protected] or visit www. OneLightHealingTouch.com.

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COMING UP: Thu. Aug. 13 - CS Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting. 6pm, Butterfield Library.

ONGOING: Cold Spring Farmers’ Market, Saturdays through Thanksgiving, 8:30am-1:30pm, at The Nest, Chestnut St. Putnam Valley Farmers’ Markets: Fridays, 3-7pm, Tompkins Cnrs Methodist Church, outdoors, 729 Peekskill Hollow Rd. June 19-Oct. 9 ALSO Wednesdays, 3-7pm at Putnam Valley Grange, Adams Cnrs, 128 Mill St. Indoor/Outdoor, through Dec. 16.845-528-0066 Historic Walking Tours of Cold Spring conducted by volunteers from Putnam County Historical Society, Sundays at 2pm, free, meet at foot of Main St.; through Labor Day weekend.

THIS WEEK: Thu. Aug. 6 - Bingo at Our Lady of Loretto Parish Hall, Cold Spring. Doors open 6pm, first game begins at 7:15pm. Thu. Aug. 6 - Tim Ouimetter Big Band Swing Music, 6pm, lawn in front of Arts on the Lake; bring blanket or chair, moves indoors if rain. Supper avail or bring your own. $10 or $25 for family.

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Fri. Aug. 7 - Philipstown Community Blood Drive at New North Highlands Firehouse, Fishkill Road, 2:30-8pm. 120 pints needed. Walk-ins welcome or for appointment: dfidanque@ attglobal.net Sat. Aug. 8 - Cold Spring Fire Company Clambake, 10am-5pm at Mayors Park, tickets $50p/p, call 265-9241. Sat. Aug. 8 - National Purple Heart Appreciation Day, 11am-3pm, Purple Heart Hall of Honor. Reenactments, outreach services, etc. 845-561-1765 Sat. Aug. 8 - River to River Poetry Festival, 11am-11pm, Howland Ctr, 477 Main St., Beacon. HowlandCulturalCenter.org Sat. Aug. 8 - Peekskill Jazz & Blues Festival, 5-10pm, intersection of Central & North Division St., Outdoor dining, free music Sun. Aug. 9 - CS Chamber of Commerce Sunset Series: Victor Jones Trio: jazz, 5:30pm, Cold Spring Bandstand, free Sun. Aug. 9 - Beacon Sloop Club Corn Festival, Riverfront Park, 12 noon-5pm. Music, children’s activities, free sails on Woody Guthrie, fresh corn. w ww. Bea co n S loo p C lu b. o rg , 845-542-0721

Sun. Aug. 30 - Tour de Putnam Cycling Festival, 153-5-75/100 mile routes. www.VisitPutnam. org, 800-470-4854.

Thu. Aug. 13 - Roxy Perry Blues Band, 6pm, lawn in front of Arts on the Lake; bring blanket or chair, moves indoors if rain. Supper avail or bring your own. $10 or $25 for family.

Sat. Sept. 5 - Collaborative Concepts Farm Project 2009: more than 60 artists installing art on a historic, working farm. Opening: 2-6pm; open every day dawn to dusk through Oct. 31. 853 Old Albany Post Rd., Garrison. 845-528-1797

Sat. Aug. 15 - Tag & Craft Sale, Garrison Volunteer Fire Dept., Rt.9. Vendors Wanted: call 424-4406, ext. 5. www. garrisonfd.org/auxiliaryevents

Sun. Sept. 6 - CS Chamber of Commerce Sunset Series, M Shanghai String Band: Americana, 5:30pm, Cold Spring Bandstand, free.

Sat/Sun Aug. 15/16 - Daniel Nimham Intertribal Pow Wow, details tba, www.VisitPutnam. org, 800-470-4854.

Wed. Sept. 9 - Cold Spring Farmers Market Annual Community Dinner. The Garrison, 7pm. www.csfarmmarket.org

Sun. Aug. 16 - Concert: Andy LaVerne, piano and John Abercrombie, guitar, jazz standards and original compositions. 4pm, free. Chapel of Our Lady Restoration, 45 Market St., CS, park at Metro-North station.

Thu. Sept. 10 - HH Trust Takea-Hike! Musical Tot Trek II w/ Stacy Labriola. Ltd. space, reg. req’d. 10am, 1 hr., easy/ family-friendly. www.hhlt.org, 424-3358

Fri. Aug. 23 - CS Chamber of Commerce Sunset Series: Slippery Chicken/Buddy Traina Band: Rockabilly/Rock & Blues, 5:30pm, Cold Spring Bandstand, free, bring blanket & picnic. Sat. Aug. 29 - Putnam Chorale, 2nd annual Summer Sing & Open House, Mozart’s Requiem w/ orchestra, 7:30pm, First United Methodist Church, Brewster, free. Sat/Sun Aug. 29/30 - Haldane Varsity volleyball fall plant sale, 9am-3pm at Foodtown. Sun. Aug. 30 - CS Chamber of Commerce Sunset Series: Jonathan Kruk/Annie & the Natural Wonder Band Storyteller/dances about animals, 5:30pm, Cold Spring Bandstand, free.

Sat. Sept. 12 - Summer Sunset & Fireworks Cruise on the Hudson, in celebration of the 400th Anniversary Hudson sail, cruise on the River Rose. Dinner buffet, open bar, music, dancing, silent & live auctions, Peekskill Celebration Fireworks Display. 8-11p.m., $100 per person, benefit for PARC. 845278- PARC, ext. 287 or www. PutnamARC.org. Sat. Sept. 12 - Bake sale. sponsored by South Highland UM Church, 9:30am-noon, in front of Foodtown Sun. Sept. 13 - Sunset Series: Readings at Chapel of Our Lady Restoration. Novelist Valerie Martin. 4pm, wine & cheese reception follows. Free, park at Metro-North station.

Sun. Sept. 13 - HH Land Trust Take-a-Hike! Night Sky Outing w/ astronomer Frank Suits. Bring blanket & binoculars. 8pm, Garrison Golf Club parking lot. 2 hrs, easy/family friendly. www.hhlt.org, 424-3358

Sun. Oct. 4 - HH Land Trust Take-a-Hike! Fire on the Mountain w/ Jordan Dale. Bring a bag lunch. Meet: 10am. Surprise Lake Camp Main Bldg. 4 hrs, difficult.: www.hhlt.org, 424-3358

Sat. Sept. 19 - HH Land Trust Take-a-Hike! What Henry saw & more w/ historian Ray Phillips. Part of the Hudson River Valley Ramble.10am, Ft. Montgomery Visitors’ Center, 2 hrs., Moderate. www.hhlt.org, 424-3358

Sun. Oct. 4 - Sunset Series: Readings at Chapel of Our Lady Restoration. Poet Edwin Torres. 4pm, wine & cheese reception follows. Free, park at MetroNorth station.

Sun. Sept. 20 - Concert: Jason Cutmore, piano, playing Albeniz, de Severac and Schubert. 4pm, free. Chapel of Our Lady Restoration, 45 Market St., CS, park at Metro-North station. Sun. Sept. 20 - Walkabout at Tilly Foster Farm. Guided historical tours, 1pm. Reservations rec, space ltd. 845-279-4474, www.tillyfosterfarm.org. Sun/Thu Sept. 20/24 - Philipstown Seniors trip to Wildwood, NJ, 5 days/4 nights, visit Atlantic City, winery tour, Cape May boardwalk & boat cruises. $379 incl. 3 dinners/4bfasts. Eileen, 265-5098. Sat. Sept. 26 - Constitution Island Family Day, 10am-3pm. Exhibits, demos, birds of prey, horse & wagon rides, boat rides, Rev. War Trail walks. Shuttle runs from south end of MetroNorth CS parking lot. 845-4468676, www.constitutionisland. org Sat. Sept. 26 - 32nd annual Cold Spring Harvest Festival. Starts at 10am; details tba. Fri. Oct. 2 - HH Land Trust’s 20th Anniversary Celebration Dinner, The Garrison. For tickets call 424-3358.

Sat. Oct. 10 - Sustainable Putnam Workshop: Water Wisdom/ Protect Drinking & Surface Water, sponsored by Cornell Coop Extension. Putnam County Emergency Training Ctr., Don Smith Campus, 112 Old Route 6, Carmel. www.cce.cornell. edu/Putnam or 845-278-6738. Sat. Oct. 10 - HH Land Trust Take-a-Hike! Fall Foliage & Tree ID w/ arborist Lew Kingsley. 9am, Garrison Train Station Parking Lot, 2 hrs., easy/ family-friendly/no strollers. www.hhlt.org, 424-3358 Sat. Oct. 10 - Bake sale sponsored by South Highland United Methodist Church, 9:30am-noon. Sat. Oct. 10 - Bake sale, sponsored by South Highland UM Church, 9:30am-noon, in front of Foodtown Sat. Oct. 10 - Mid-run reception: Collaborative Concepts Farm Project 2009: more than 60 artists installing art on a historic, working farm. 2-6pm; open every day dawn to dusk through Oct. 31. 853 Old Albany Post Rd., Garrison. 845-528-1797 Sun. Oct. 11 - Concert: Camille King, soprano, Regan Smith and Carol Leone, piano. Haydn, Mendelssohn and Rachmaninoff. 4pm, free. Chapel of Our Lady Restoration, 45 Market St., CS, park at Metro-North station.

Sun. Oct. 11 - 4th Annual Hudson Highlands Greenway Triathlon: kayak, bike, and run or team up. Register at Active.com. See www.HudsonHighlandsTriathlon.org for info. 845-803-4145. Thu. Oct. 15 - Philipstown Seniors River Rose Cruise & River Grill Luncheon. Lunch & cruise the Hudson. $45 members/$50 non members. Eileen, 265-5098. Sun. Oct. 18 - Walkabout at Tilly Foster Farm. Guided historical tours, 1pm. Reservations rec, space ltd. 845-279-4474, www. tillyfosterfarm.org. Fri. Oct. 23 - HH Land Trust Take-a-Hike! Spooky - Not Scary: Stories on the Hudson w/ Storyteller Jonathan Kruk. 5pm Little Stony Point Park bridge, Cold Spring. 1 hr., easy/ family-friendly www.hhlt.org, 424-3358 Sat. Oct. 24 - HH Land Trust Take-a-Hike! Castle to Castle w/ the Osborn Family. Space is limited, reg. req’d. 1pm at Cat Rock, Garrison, for shuttle to Castle Rock. 3hrs., moderate/ difficult level. www.hhlt.org, 424-3358

Fri. Nov. 6: Putnam Family & Community Services’ Dinner Dance Benefit, including whodunit mystery. 6:30-11pm , Sinapi’s Ceola Manor in Jefferson Valley. $95p/p. Reservations/ sponsorship: Cheryl, 845-2252700, x136 or [email protected]; www.PFCSinc.org. Sat. Nov. 7 - 5th Annual Choices for Sustainable Living Expo, copresented by HHLT & Teatown Lake Reservation, 9am-2pm, The Garrison, www.hhlt.org, 424-3358 The Putnam County News & Recorder is happy to announce your event. A complete listing of Coming Events are on our website at www.pcnr.com. To send your listing: PCN&R, PO Box 185, Cold Spring, NY 10516; fax 265-2144; e-mail, [email protected].

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A World of Words is Yours Boscobel Hosts Luncheon at the Desmond-Fish Sale for Ambassador of France

JULIA L. BUTTERFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY Rtes. 301 & 9D 845-265-3040 www.butterfieldlibrary.org Mon & Wed: 10am-8pm T, T, F and Sat: 10am-5pm Sun. 12-3pm ONGOING PROGRAMS Bouncing Babies (infants thru 24 mos.), Tue, Wed, & Thu, 10am Little Bookworms (2.5 thru 4.5 years) Thu, 12:30pm Pokemon Club, (Grade 1 & up), Alternate Weds. New Moms’ Book Group, Fridays, 10am, bring babies Wi i B o w l i n g f o r S e n i o r s , Mon, 10:30am Butterfield Book Group one Monday a month, 7pm Alternate Fridays, 3:30 pm Teen Advisory Board (TAB), 6th grade & up PUTNAM VALLEY LIBRARY 30 Oscawana Lake Rd., 845-528-3242 www.putnamvalleylibrary.org Hours: Sun. 1-5; Mon. 10-6; Tue/Wed 10-8; Thu/Fri 11-5; Sat - 10-5 Book Club begins again in Sept. 3rd Tues of each month. Sept. book is Moby Dick; Oct. book is Ahab’s Wife. PUTNAM ARTS COUNCIL Tilly Foster Farm 100 Route 312 Brewster 845-278-0230 www.putnamartscouncil.com Art Classes for all ages. Express Yourself, summer arts program Through Aug. 23 - 17th Annual Art After 75 Show. VAN BRUNT GALLERY 137 Main St.. Beacon (845) 838-2995 www.vanbruntgallery.com Thu/Mon 11am-6pm T h ro u g h A u g . 3 1 : S u s a n English & Thomas Huber.

DESMOND-FISH LIBRARY Route 9D & 403, Garrison 845-424-3020 http://dfl.highlands.com Hours: M/ W/F: 10am-5pm Tue & Thu 2-9pm; Sat 10am-1pm, Closed Sundays until September 13 Fri. Aug. 14/Mon Aug. 24 Friends Book & Media sale. Members opening night Fri. 14, 7-9pm. Sale hours: Saturdays from 10-5; Sundays from 1-5; Weekdays from 2-5. PUTNAM COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & FOUNDRY SCHOOL MUSEUM 63 Chestnut St., Cold Spring 845-265-4010 www.pchs-fsm.org M u s e u m h o u r s : We d - S u n , 11am-5pm Office hours: Tues/Fri 10-5 Through mid-August - Exhibit: “George Pope Morris: Defining American Culture” CONSTITUTION ISLAND West Point, NY 845-446-8676 www.constitutionisland.org P ublic to urs throu gh S e p tember, Wed & Thu at 1 and 2pm, leaving fm South Dock at West Pt. Res. req’d. Sat. Sept. 26 - Family Day, 10am-3pm, exhibits, demos, boat rides, trail walks, house tours; depart fm CS MetroNorth parking lot MANITOGA/THE RUSSEL WRIGHT DESIGN CENTER Route 9D, Garrison (845) 424-3812 russelwrightcenter.org Tours on selected weekdays; every weekend at 11am and 1:30pm, res. a must. Grounds open for hiking all year. S a t . A u g . 8 - We s t c h e s t e r County Day: discount tour rates for residents; reg. req’d.

GARRISON ART CENTER Garrison’s Landing 845-424-3960 garrisonartcenter.org [email protected] Gallery Hours: Tue/Sun 12-5pm Sat/Sun. Aug. 15/16 - Fine Arts and Crafts Fair, 10-5, juried artists, rides on Woody Guthrie, Music, $8, under 12 free, rain or shine Through Sept 8 - GACsponsored CURRENTwithout at Boscobel Sculpture on Display at GAC and on Boscobel’s Grounds PARAMOUNT CENTER 1008 Brown Street, Peekskill 914-739-2333 [email protected] FILM: Seraphine, Aug. 7, 9, 12, 13 at 8pm Sat. Aug. 8 - Mario Cantone, 8pm Sun. Aug. 9 - Free screening of Babe, The Gallant Pig, 3pm FILM: Up, Aug. 14, 15 at 8pm; Aug. 16 at 3pm; Aug. 17-20 at 8pm FILM: Treeless Mountain, Aug. 28 at 8pm incl q & a with director; Aug. 30 at 3pm; Sept. 3 at 8pm Wed. Sept. 16 - Los Lobos, 8pm CHAPEL OF OUR LADY RESTORATION 45 Market St., Cold Spring 845-265-5537 www.chapelofourlady.com Sun. Aug. 16 - Concert: A n d y L a Ve r n e , p i a n o a n d John Abercrombie, guitar, jazz standards and original compositions. 4pm, free. Sun. Sept. 13 - Sunset Reading Series: Valerie Martin, novelist, 4pm, free

PHILIPSTOWN DEPOT THEATRE Depot Square, Garrison’s Landing philipstowndepottheatre.org 845-424-3900 Thu. Aug. 6 - Youth Players present Cinderella, 7pm Fri. Aug. 7 - Cinderella, 7pm Sat. Aug. 15 - Music Tracks present Franc D’Ambrosio Fri. Sept. 19 - Music Tracks presents Head Soup, 8pm STONECROP GARDENS 81 Stonecrop Lane Cold Spring 845-265-2000 www.stonecrop.org Mon–Fri, plus 1st & 3rd Sat., 10am – 5pm; also open Fri. until dusk through Oct 2; $5/ members - no charge Sat. Aug. 8 - Dutchess County Day, $5/free admission for Dutchess County Residents, 10am–5pm Sun. Aug. 9 - Garden Conservancy Open Day, 10am–5pm, $5/no charge for Stonecrop members or with Garden Conservancy admission ticket. Tue. Aug.11 - Guided Garden Tour – Ferns, 6:30pm - 7:30pm, $10/members - no charge BOSCOBEL Route 9D, Garrison 845-265-3638 www.boscobel.org Opendaily except Tues., 9:30am-5pm,last tour 4pm $16/adults, $12/seniors, $7/children, 6-14, under 6/free Grounds only $8 Sat. Aug. 15 - Golf Croquet, 1-4pm (resched from rained out event). Raindate Sun. Aug. 16, same time Sat. Sept. 12 - Big Band Concert and Sunset Picnic, 6-8pm

Thousands of wonderful books, DVDs, CDs and other media have been donated to the Friends of the DesmondFish Library annual Book and Media Sale, which will run from Friday evening, August 14 through Monday, August 24. Over 15,000 books on all subjects, videos, DVDs, CDs, and audio tapes will be available. Most of the books will be sold for $1 for paperbacks and $2 for hardcovers. In addition, there will also be a large selection of higher priced rare and collectable books including first editions and autographed books. The Friday evening preview reception on August 14 from 7 to 9pm is for Friends of the Library only. New members can join the Friends of the Library at the door on opening night. On Saturday, August 15 the sale opens to the general public from 10 to 5pm, and Sunday, August 16 from 1 to 5pm. On Monday through Friday the sale continues from 2 to 5pm. On the last Saturday from 10 to 5pm books are half price. On the last Sunday from 1 to 5pm, books can be bought for $5 a box. On Monday, August 24, any leftover books will be given away free from 2 to 5pm.

One of the goals of the Desmond-Fish Library is to encourage in children a love of books, reading, and learning. Therefore, every child who comes to the sale between Saturday August 15 and Sunday, August 23 can pick a free book from the large children’s section of the sale. Because books are added frequently to refill tables and shelves, many people like to come to the book sale on the first weekend for the biggest selection, then during the week for quiet browsing, and on the last weekend for the biggest bargains. The Book and Media Sale is the primary fund raising event of the Friends of the Desmond-Fish Library. All funds are used to support programs, new acquisitions, and new equipment for the library. Like other libraries all over the country, the Desmond-Fish Library has seen library use increase dramatically at the same time that its resources have declined due to the recession, so the income from the sale is especially welcome. The library is located at 472 Route 403, at the intersection with 9D in Garrison. To volunteer or for more information, please go to http://dfl.Highlands. com, or call 424-3020.

Victor Jones Trio Blends Jazz and Funk at Dockside On Sunday, August 9, at Dockside, world-renowned d r u m m e r / c o m p o s e r Vi c t o r Jones will perform with his trio as part of the Cold Spring Area Chamber of Commerce’s Sunday Sunset Music Series starting at 5.30pm. A leading pioneer of the musical movement known as “acid jazz,” Victor Jones’s uniquely blended jazz, funk, and hip-hop has made him widely recognized as one of the most prolific and electric artists of today’s jazz. The New Jersey native has toured and recorded with renowned artists such as Stan Getz’s band, Dizzy Gillespie, Stanley Clarke, Freddie Hubbard, Chaka Khan, James

Moody, Woody Shaw, and Jimmy Scott. In 1997 Jones formed his own group, The Victor Jones R & B Bop Band, which has toured extensively in the U.S. as well as being invited to perform at top venues and music festivals across the globe. Along with his own performing and work in the studio, Jones has contributed work on Mino Cinelu’s score for the 1997 Oscar-nominated documentary Colors Straight Up, and the 2000 Grammynominated Michael Wolff album Impure Thoughts. Check out Victor Jones’ s exciting album Culture -Versy during this Sunday evening performance.

P i c t u re d , L - R : C o n g re s s w o m a n N i t a L o w e y, F re n c h Ambassador Pierre Vimont, Congressman Maurice Hinchey. The Honorable Pierre Vi- a group of other distinguished mont, Ambassador of France delegates and guests, welto the United States, visited comed the Ambassador and and toured the Hudson Riv- j o i n e d h i m i n a l u n c h e o n er Valley National Heritage a n d a t o u r o f t h e g a r d e n s Area on Saturday, July 25, a n d g r o u n d s a t B o s c o b e l . 2009. Ambassador Vimont Appropriately, in the Thompparticipated in a number of son Room where lunch was public events to celebrate served, Boscobel is exhibiting the recent passage of federal “French Marches through the legislation that designated Hudson River Valley, 1781the Washington-Rochambeau 1782,” a collection of paintRevolutionary Route a Na- i n g s b y D a v i d R . Wa g n e r tional Historic Trail. The trail celebrating the revolutionary traces and commemorates the route in New York. 600-mile route from Newport, Boscobel is located on sceRI to Yorktown, VA, taken in nic Route 9D in Garrison. 1781 and 1782 by the armies From April through October, of General George Washing- h o u rs a r e f r o m 9 : 3 0 a m t o ton and General Jean-Baptiste 5pm, the last tour at 4:15pm. de Rochambeau of France. The museum and distinctive Hudson Valley Congressio- Museum Shop are open every nal Representatives Maurice day except Tuesdays, ThanksHinchey (D-NY) and Nita giving, and Christmas. Lowey (D-NY), together with

Tu r n i n g P a i n i n t o H u m o r I Got Sick Then I Got Better is a hilarious and wrenching riff on one woman’s adventures after falling down the medical rabbit hole. Comic and writer Jenny Allen (The New Yorker, The New York Times), treated for ovarian cancer in 2005, has been shaping and performing her monologue under the guidance of directors James Lapine and Darren Katz for the past two years. The show, produced by New York Theatre Workshop, has been seen at the Vineyard Playhouse,

Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, Hudson Opera House, Barrington Stage Company, and Long Wharf Theatre. Allen will perform for two nights, August 7 and 8, at 8pm. Admission is $12, $10 for AotL members. Arts on the Lake is located at 640 Route 52, Kent Lakes (the former firehouse). For reservations, contact [email protected] or 845-2282685. For more information visit www.artsonthelake.org.

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Awakening the Sleeping Giant

Covering Philipstown and Putnam Valley in New York’s Hudson Highlands founded in 1866 as the Cold Spring Recorder a publication of the Putnam County News & Recorder, LLC, a subsidiary of the Hudson Valley Freedom Press, LLC The Putnam County News & Recorder is published weekly on Wednesdays (except for certain holiday conflicts) 86 Main Street, Cold Spring, NY 10516 Periodicals postage paid at Cold Spring, New York USPS 605-240 POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Putnam County News & Recorder, P.O. Box 185, Cold Spring, NY 10516 www.pcnr.com [email protected] [email protected] Telephone (845) 265-2468 Fax (845) 265-2144

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The “Sleeping Giant” train passes through Cold Spring station.

Putnam Legislators Stand Against Retroactive MTA Tax Earlier this summer, the Putnam County Legislature voted to disobey the law by refusing to pay the Metropolitan Transit Authority’s so-called mobility tax, which amounts to .34 percent of payroll expense for all employers in the metropolitan commuter transportation district, retroactive to March 1. When Albany approved the tax as recommended by the MTA, many citizens of Putnam, Rockland, Orange, and Dutchess counties cried foul, as these counties are underrepresented on the MTA board, which initially approved the tax. Moreover, residents of these counties do not rely on the MTA in the same way as residents of New York City. But only the Putnam County legislators have stood up both to the MTA and Albany. Recently, County Executive Bob Bondi vetoed the legislature’s tax revolt. Bondi said he was

personally opposed to the tax but that the county’s failure to pay up would result in higher costs down the road in the form of penalties and even the revocation of grants. We are a nation of many governments, with distinct powers, mandates, and jurisdictions—villages, towns, counties, and states, each divided into multiple, independent branches. This system allows for checks and balances, and provides for the people to govern themselves in a real way, close to home. And when some levels of government overreach, citizens have the opportunity to stand firm in their localities by making strong statements to power, such as that made by the County Legislature to the overlords participating in the Albany circus. What is the point of our county government if it only

taxes us but fails to stand up in favor of the people’s interest? In such a case, the county government might as

It is worth sending a message to Albany that such a burden will not be taken lightly well reincorporate as a satellite office of the state government, staffed like a DMV by un-elected bureaucrats. Even if in the end the county will have to pay the MTA tax, it is worth sending a message to Albany that imposing such a burden will not

be taken lightly—a strong suggestion that more onerous taxes will not go over well with the people of Putnam. On the other hand, if there is little resistance on the ground to a recession-era payroll tax hike on all employers—including businesses, charities, and public schools, then what will stop our elected state leaders from imposing further burdens in the future? We commend our county legislators for taking a stand, and not simply taking the easy route of “I am personally opposed to the MTA tax but ...” We understand that the county executive has a special responsibility to see that the laws are enacted. But the county legislature does not have the same duty, and we encourage them to stand fast by voting to override the county executive’s veto.

Some Income Tax Facts Tax Burden of Top 1% Now Exceeds That of Bottom 95% The top 1 percent of taxpayers paid 40.4 percent of the total income taxes collected by the federal government. This is the highest percentage in modern history. This means that 1.4 million taxpayers pay a larger share of the income tax burden than the bottom 134 million taxpayers combined. By contrast, the top 1 percent paid 24.8 percent of the income tax burden in 1987, following the 1986 tax reform act. “He has combined with others to subject us to a jurisdiction foreign to our constitution and unacknowledged by our laws; giving his Assent to their Acts of pretended Legislation... For imposing Taxes on us without our Consent.... We, therefore... solemnly publish and declare, That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States.” —”The Declaration of Independence of the Thirteen Colonies,” 1776

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Letters Sober Reporting is Highly Valued To the Editor: For years, many of us have relied on the PCN&R to depict the people, events, and public meetings that affect and enrich our lives in a sober and accurate manner, and we have considered this sober reporting a highly valued characteristic of the newspaper, not a weakness. R e c e n t l y, n e w s r e p o r t s i n the PCN&R have begun to unnecessarily highlight the most emotional, aggressive aspects of conversations and public meetings. This plays to the lowest common denominator in all of us. While these tactics titillate the public and perhaps sell more papers in the short term, in the long run they will erode confidence in the

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accuracy and objectivity of journalism and contribute to a general cynicism and sense of doubt in our community. Of the many special characteristics of Philipstown, one we prize most highly is the intelligence of the people who live here. This devolution into an emphasis on smart-alecky quotat i o n s a n d o t h e r e n l a rg e d font sound bites insults that intelligence, and we hope that the editors of the paper will desist with this sensationalism and return to principles of sound and reputable journalism. Christine Foertsch Carolyn Lengel Kara Bickham P h i l i p s to w n

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Don’t Forget About Historical Society To the Editor: I was so pleased to read Steven Mattson’s terrific article re: the West Point Foundry Preserve in the July 29 issue of the PCN&R. You are certainly correct in stating that “The combination of nature and history makes this site absolutely fascinating.” As pleased as I was, I am equally disappointed that you made no mention of the Putnam County Historical Society & Foundry School Museum (PCHS-FSM), on the hill just above the Preserve, where the entire history of the Foundry, its founders, its contribution to the nation’s Industrial Revolution, and its importance to the Village of Cold Spring, is fascinatingly

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presented. On permanent display is an exhibit dedicated to the history of the West Point Foundry (from which the Foundry School Museum descends), including the most celebrated painting of the Foundry’s operations, The Gun Foundry, by John Ferguson Weir. This 1866 masterpiece, dramatic in its size and majesty, is unique among Hudson River paintings for depicting the hard, gritty, dangerous work of the Industrial Revolution. An enduring symbol of America at work, The Gun Foundry has been lent extensively, traveled the world, and reprinted countless times. Anyone interested in visiting the Foundry Preserve should include a visit to PCHS-FSM, which is open from Wednesday through Sunday, from 10am to 5pm. More

PO Box 185, Cold Spring, NY 10516 email: [email protected] information can be found at www.pchs-fsm.org. Doris Shaw PCHS-FSM Trustee Garrison

Regarding Four Parcels To the Editor: My name is Vincent R. Terio. I am 79 years old and resident of Philipstown for over 50 years. This letter involves four parcels of vacant land in the Town of Philipstown, in which I state I am not the title owner, or a party in interest, in which in year 2007, I believe the commissioner of finance’s title shows that Mr. Terio was not the title owner or otherwise. I feel that I was a victim of miscarriage of justice in relation to charges relating

to these parcels. I feel that I was erroneously prosecuted instead of being recognized as the victim. What I went through, in respect to said four parcels, has continued for years 2008 and 2009, and in year 2010, the commissioner will again file a foreclosure tax lien on said four parcels. New York state awarded 27.4 million to crime victims in 2007-2009. More than 32 percent of violent crimes filed claims in Putnam County, compared with 14.5 percent in Rockland and 10.6 percent in Westchester. Am I not entitled to equal protection of the law, by the Putnam County District Attorney and the Putnam County Sheriff, in the interest of justice? Vincent R. Terio P h i l i p s to w n

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50 Local Children Graduate From Cold Spring Junior Firefighters Academy ACADEMY (Cont’d from front pg.)

(L-R) Jack Lovell, Collin Downey, Heather Winne, Jared Wigdor, Ryan Duffy D a n n y V a l e n t i n e “Besides, children are our future and this is a good way to recruit more firefighters for the years to come.” Valentine combines classroom instruction with handson activities and training. He explained that he models this Academy after a “career” fire academy, much like FDNY’s, but, naturally, modifies it to suit the needs of this age group. He also gets lesson plans from internet sources like the NYS Office of Fire Prevention and Contro (NYSOFPC) and other Fire Companies, refining the curriculum every year. The Academy is co-sponsored by the Town of Philipstown Recreation Department and run by an all-volunteer staff of 12 Cold Spring firefighters who devote the week to fulfilling its mission. As the junior firefighters, clad in identical t-shirts, marched down Main Street, they were told to stop at every fire hydrant on the way and to identify them: a red top on a hydrant means 500 pounds of pressure per minute, an orange top means 500-999 pounds. Chief Valentine stopped the marchers and asked, “So what kind of fire hydrant do you use

for a house fire?” “Orange!” the kids shouted back. As the troops marched through the tunnel under the railroad tracks, the singing was deafening. They emerged to find more passersby, cheering them on in the lower village. Down to the river, they marched in formation to assemble at the Riverfront Park where a pumper truck was waiting for them. “Okay, now…this is a dry hydrant with a pipe that goes underground to the river, so that we can hook up our pumper truck and pump Hudson River water for fighting a fire in this location,” Valentine explained. Two hoses were reeled out to about 50 feet and the students were divided into two groups and directed to hold tight to the empty fire hose and wait for instructions. As the water pulsed mightily through the hoses, the excitement along the line mounted. The first student got to hold the nozzle, with a fireman in full gear at his side. “Okay, hold it very tight like this… spread your feet apart for balance and slowly push this lever that will release the stream of water,” instructed the fireman. The second student in line was

Firefighters demonstrate how to extinguish a car fire.

told to “back up his buddy”..to lean his shoulder firmly into the junior hose man’s back for more stability. The first junior fireman released the lever and a powerful stream of water shot out. A look of wonder, and then determination, filled the child’s face. With the help of the fire instructor, the student remained steady and learned how to aim the water at the trees and the river, holding on with all their strength. When the lever was turned off and the water stream stopped, the student was clearly proud of this accomplishment. Throughout the morning, the other kids all learned how to stabilize the junior hose man in front of them and then to shoot the fire hose themselves when their turn came. Veteran junior firefighter Sarah Warren came back to the academy this summer and filled the leadership position of Squad Leader, after successfully completing the Fire Safety testing required for returnees. Asked what she learned new this year, Sarah answered, “I learned to always sweep the fire hose clockwise, otherwise the smoke from the fire will come right back at you.” At the fire house, the stu-

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Junior firefighters gather around the STAT helicopter. dents were instructed in the use of a fire extinguisher by Chief Kyle Irish and other members of the Garrison Fire Department. Then they were exposed to a “virtual fire” in two Fire Safety Houses that were trucked to Cold Spring by the Rombout Fire Co. and the NYSOFPC. They had classroom instruction and learned about the Cold Spring Fire Department ATV that is used to fight brush fires and for mountain rescue. Later, there was a demonstration by the NYSOFPC Search & Rescue dogs: one of the fire instructors hid in the firehouse and the dogs had to climb up ladders to successfully find and “rescue” them. Thursday, the junior firefighters marched to the Cold Spring Highway Department property to learn about the fire trucks and equipment and the ambulances that were parked there. Then they converged on Mayor’s Park to await the arrival of the STAT Flight Helicopter. On hand were State Senator Vincent Leibell and Putnam County Legislator Vin-

cent Tamagna who had stopped by to say hello and to lend their support and encouragement to the students of the Academy. After the helicopter landed, the group was given a tour of this high speed emergency transport by its two pilots. One student asked, “How long does it take you to fly from here to the Westchester County Medical Center?” “About 12 minutes” was the answer from the pilot. The pilots stayed for the barbeque that followed. At the end of the day, it was back to the firehouse for the students for rides on the fire truck and a game of “Firefighter Jeopardy.” On Friday, the CSFD Junior Firefighters Academy went by bus to the Westchester County Fire Training Center in Valhalla. There they witnessed demonstrations in forcible entry. The students then climbed the six-story-high fire tower to understand what it’s like to fight a fire in a big building and to see how high some ladder trucks can go. After that, they witnessed a car fire simulation and also observed

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a spectacularly huge propane tank fire staged for them. The Academy’s graduation ceremony was held on Saturday morning at the Parish Hall of Our Lady of Loretto Church. Each student received a certificate signifying them as junior firefighters, as well as acknowledgement of their training in First Aid and CPR. The academy cost is estimated at $75 per student, however due to generous donations from the community, all of the students attend for free. The program has become so popular that 30 students who applied for this year’s camp were waitlisted.

Matt Koval in a cold water rescue suite.

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Ascending tower at Westchester Fire Training Center.

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Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Pastimes

A Short Hike Long on Kid-friendly Flora & Fauna

If you are ever in Brewster and have about 15 to 30 minutes to spare, consider a visit to the Putnam County Land Trust’s Doansburg Preserve. This is one of the shortest trails I’ve ever taken—but that being said, I have returned on three separate occasions. You can’t beat it for a short trip to the outdoors when you have a few minutes to kill between kids’ soccer games and basketball practice. To get there from Route 84 exit 19, head east on Route 312 for just over 3 miles. Turn left on Route 22 and go north for .5 mile. Turn right onto Doansburg Road and go 1.6 miles, then turn right onto Mill Farm Road. The preserve is on your left, just before the intersection w i t h S h a n n o n Wa y. T h e r e is a wooden sign facing the road. Park on the side of the road because there is no offstreet parking, but Mill Farm is a cul-de-sac so there isn’t

much traffic. The trail is short, flat, and relatively straight. After leaving the road and strolling a few feet through some tall grass and wildflowers, you

STEVEN MATTSON will enter an area where the brush forms a tunnel over the top of the trail, providing some nice shade on a hot day, or at least a unique feature that keeps the kids’ interest. Be sure to stop at the second kiosk and take a peek inside—I don’t think this is a frequented trail because we made a few friends with the half dozen or so mice that had converted the kiosk into a rodent condo. Another hit with the kids! In the ‘tunnel’ there is a small wooden bridge that goes over a tiny stream, and there is a swampy wetland

area on your right as you are walking in. At the end of the trail there is a wooden bird-watching stand. The view on the horizon is relatively flat (for our area) and seems like a very good place to spot birds of interest if you know what you are doing (I don’t). As long as you don’t look behind you, you wouldn’t know you are pretty close to someone’s backyard. The wooden stand is the end of the trial, so head back out the way you came in. The trail is usually pretty wellgroomed, but when I was there this week the weeds had taken over to the point that the trail was considerably obscured, so expect to do some bushwhacking to get to the bird-watching stand. There is another small viewing area accessible along Gage Road if you want a different perspective on the stream that runs through the property.

We didn’t find it this time, but last time we were at this preserve my kids found a dirt mound with a small tunnel entrance in it. We spent a good 10 minutes speculating what kind of wildlife calls the hole home, but the owner never introduced himself. Since this is a short visit, you may also want to stop at the Donald B. Smith Conservation Area that is just around the corner. This 1.2-acre site has a picnic table where you can s it for a s nack, and a fishing and canoe access area to the East Branch Croton River. To get there from the Doansburg Preserve, make a right onto Doansburg Road and go .3 mile. Make your first right onto Gage Road and go .6 mile, passing the other access point for the Doansburg Preserve that I mentioned earlier. Make a r i g h t o n t o O l d D o a n s b u rg Lane and go .3 mile. The road will end in a loop. You can park along the road around

the loop. If you have kids, another option would be to stop at the Town of Southeast’s Douglas J. Scolpino Park. The park will be on Doansburg Road on your right as you head back to Route 22. To get into the park make a right at the light at the top of the hill onto Mt. Ebo Road, and then an immediate right into the park. The park has a picnic area, a playground, ball fields, and a small pond. Doansburg Preserve is owned by the Putnam County Land Trust. For more info visit their website at www. pclt.net. The Donald B. Smith Conservation Area is owned by Putnam County. Steven Mattson has been a resident of Brewster for 10 years. He is currently writing a family-oriented book about the sights and adventures in and around Putnam County. He can be reached at [email protected].

P h o to s b y S t e v e n M at t s o n Upper Left: The entrance to Doansburg Preserve. Above: Wild mice make a home in one of the kiosks at the Doansburg Preserve. Lower Left: A view of the wetlands at Doansburg.

Triathlon Registration is Now Open The Fourth Annual Hudson Highlands Greenway Triathlon is set to take place on October 11, 2009, at Dockside in Hudson Highlands State Park. Online registration is now open at Active.com for participants and volunteers. Pre-registration is required. This year the Philipstown Greenway Committee and t h e N e w Yo r k / N e w J e r s e y Trail Conference East Hudson Committee are sponsoring the event. The two organizations promote access to Philipstown’s natural landscape through the network of hiking trails that crisscross the Town. The triathlon will begin at the waterfront at Dockside (1 West Street) in Cold Spring. The race will include a 6-mile kayak paddle on the Hudson

River to Bannerman’s Island and back, past Storm King Mountain to the west and Little Stony Point to the east. Then a 24-mile bike race down to Bear Mountain Bridge and back up to Breakneck Ridge. An 8-mile trail run follows, through Scenic Hudson’s Foundry Preserve, Nelsonville, the woodlands of Bull Hill and past the storefronts of the Village of Cold Spring. Registration is open to solo participants, but racers are also encouraged to participate in teams. Athletes are not required to have previous triathlon or race experience, however, because of the challenging nature of the course, applicants will be asked to guarantee an appropriate level of fitness and stamina. In the past, the race has attracted Olympic athletes as well as f i r s t t i m e t r i a t h l e t e s . P a rticipants can bring their own kayaks or rent them through Hudson Valley Outfitters in Cold Spring. Again, the race will be timed by Bill and Gail Sherry of Super Race Systems, Inc., using ChampionChip technology. Mr. and Mrs. Sherry are Garrison residents who generously contribute their expertise to make this event possible. “This is a great collaboration, a great way to highlight the work of our organizations,” said Josie Gray of the New York/New Jersey Trail

Conference. “We work with volunteers to build trails and improve access to the outdoors in the local community. The Philipstown Greenway does as well. Bringing better trail access to the Route 9D Corridor north of Cold Spring is a long-term goal o f t h e G r e e n w a y, t h r o u g h the Hudson Fjord Bike/Hike Trail Capital Improvement Project. We support their efforts whole-heartedly.” Philipstown Greenway Committee Chair Michael McKee said, “The Hudson Highlands Greenway Triathlon is the kind of community event that local people look forward to. Our sponsors and our volunteers work hard to make this an entirely “green” event. For instance, our tshirts and hats are made from recycled material and power generation will be from a solar powered generator. People will get together to enjoy fitness and the beauty of our trails without leaving a carbon footprint as they go.” Racers register online at Active.com. A link from the Triathlon website, www.HudsonHighlandsTriathlon.org will also take them directly to the appropriate Active. com page. For more information, or to volunteer to help on race day, call 845-803-4145 or email [email protected].

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

T h o s e N a t i v e Wi l d f l o w e r s May Not Be So Native by Susan Butterfass Have you ever wondered about those lovely roadside wildflowers you see along all of our highways at this time of year? They’re so widespread, they must be native. Right? Wrong. The main ones you see in August are blue, white, an d gold— ch ic o r y, Q ueen Anne’s Lace, and goldenrod. There are many other roadside flowers, but these seem to be the most in evidence. The heavenly blue Chicory (Cichorium intybus) is the only species of eight members of this genus that “took” in North America. It has naturalized very successfully from coast to coast and has many common names: blue daisy, blue dandelion, blue s a i l o r, b a c h e l o r ’ s - b u t t o n , and coffee-weed. The root, dug up after flowering is complete, then ground and roasted, is a substitute, ext e n d e r, o r a d u l t e r a n t f o r coffee; it was widely used this way during the Civil War and both World Wars. It is still used in coffee in Louisiana, and some people

actually prefer its somewhat bitter flavor. It likes to live in disturbed ground along the edges of things where it can get plenty of sun, and is a perennial. The individual flowers, which can occasionally be white or pink instead of blue, do not last that long, but a flowering branch has plenty of buds that will open sequentially. Very few wild flowers have this gorgeous coloration. T h e l o v e l y, l a c y w h i t e flower of Queen Anne’s Lace (Daucus carota) will sometimes have one tiny dark-purple flower in the middle—supposedly representing a drop of blood that fell on Queen Anne’s embroidery when she pricked her finger. The actual function of this dark flower is to attract insects! This is another flower that has lots of names: Bishop’s-lace, Bird’s- or Crow’s-nest (after the shape of the flower once seeds have formed), Lace-flower, Parsnip, Devil’s-plague, Rantipole (which means carrot, but also a wild or disorderly person), and Wild Carrot. Our domesticated carrot was developed from this plant,

and the root smells carroty. This is a biennial and, although it originated in Asia, it came to us from Europe. It is similar in appearance to the deadly Water Hemlock, so do not try eating the roots! The US Department of Agriculture lists it as a noxious weed because it is extremely difficult to eradicate it from fields. The gold that we see in August is usually goldenrod (Solidago spp,), which is the only native of these three. There are many species of goldenrod, with only slight differences between many of them. Some can be used medicinally, some for (nonfast) dyestuffs, some for tea, and some decoratively. Since they are native, they serve as food for many native insects, which in turn feed many species of native and migratory birds.

Many people are not very fond of goldenrod because they think that it causes hay fever. In actuality, goldenrod pollen is too heavy and sticky to be carried by the wind, and pollination is by means of insects. Goldenrod happens to bloom at the same time as ragweed, which has an inconspicuous flower so most people don’t notice it. Ragweed has pollen that is much lighter, and the plant is indeed wind-pollinated; ragweed is most likely the hay fever culprit, not the beautiful and useful goldenrod. Aside from the functions mentioned above, goldenrod also hosts some beneficial insects, and is known to repel some insect pests. The roadside flowers of summer are cheerful but fleeting; enjoy their beauty now, as some of them herald the coming of autumn!

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St. Philip’s Nursery School PARC’s Autism Center to is Nearly Fifty Years Old Host Support Groups

When school returns in September 2009, St. Philip’s Nursery School will embark on a year-long celebration of 50 years serving Philipstown’s pre-schoolers. The Nursery School committee is hard at work planning the golden milestone. Watch for future announcements. Though St. Philip’s Nursery School has a prol o n g e d h i s t o r y, t h e y h a v e kept up with current trends. St. Philips provides a de velopmentally appropriate, play-based, pre-school program five mornings a week. The Nursery School accepts children as young as two and one-half years for the younger group. The older group is made of four-yearolds due to start kindergarten in the fall of the following year. Starting on Tuesday, September 29, and running for 8 weeks, a “not yet ready for pre-school” session called St. Philip’s Bunnies will be offered from 9:15-10am in addition to their regular nursery school program. This “mommy (daddy or

care-giver) and me” program will be led by JoAnne Chadwick, Director of the Nursery School. They will feature a variety of revolving activities including music, crafts, fingerplays, nature exploration, and all types of stories. There will be an assortment of manipulatives and tactile toys for additional stimulation. Research shows that early exposure to learning promotes a child’s ability to think, reason, create, and express. You can sign up for the entire offering of 8 weeks (from 9/29 to 11/24 excluding Election Day, 11/3) for $50 or try a class at the drop-in rate of $8 per day. You may call for additional information, or to receive a flyer on the St. Philip’s Nursery School Program or the new “Bunnies” program. The Nursery School phone is 424-4209 or you may email: stphilipsnurseryschool@ gmail.com.

PARC is pleased to announce the next phase of its Autism Resource Center— support groups for people living with autism and their family members and caregivers. The support groups mark the successful completion of phase three of the Hudson Valley Autism Resource Center. Phase one, the center’s website, www. AutismResourceCenter.info, a one-stop clearinghouse of information related to Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs), launched to the public in March 2008. Phase two, the center’s extensive library collection, officially opened in January 2009 at Mahopac Public Library. The collection is available throughout the Hudson Valley through inter-library loan. In order to offer the best possible support groups, s t a ff m e m b e r s o f t h e A u tism Resource Center hope to hear from parents and family members of people with autism, to assess what kinds of groups are needed. The hope is to start a peer-to-peer adolescent support group for people with autism, a group for parents of preschoolers with autism, another group for parents of school-age children with autism, and a siblings group. All support groups will be held at the Mahopac Public Library.

Autism spectrum disorders are developmental disabilities that cause significant impairments in social interaction and communication. The ability of individuals with ASDs to think and learn ranges from gifted to severely challenged. And rates for those affected by autism are c h a n g i n g r a p i d l y. A u t i s m now affects 1 in 150 children, and 1 in 100 male children. “PARC has always been at the forefront of advocacy and services for people with all developmental disabilities,” said Susan Limongello, PA R C ’ s E x e c u t i v e D i r e c tor. “With the numbers of children being diagnosed with autism and thousands of people living with autism in New York state alone, we knew it was time to have a centralized place for information, assistance and hope for families and people with Autism.” According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), autism, which is classified as a developmental disability, is growing at a startling rate of 10-17% a year, with the prevalence level potentially reaching four million Americans in the next decade. For more information about the Autism Resource Center and the center’s support groups, please call 845-2787272, ext. 287.

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Wednesday, August 5, 2009

A C a l l To M e n R a i s i n g Green Courage Offers Advice Those Eligible Encouraged Trail Development Assistance Children and Grandchildren on Healthy Eco-Interiors to Apply for Housing Grants is Available from NY State For men only—you are invited to participate in a men’s roundtable discussion group. This inter-generational event is provided by Mental Health America of Dutchess County and offers men of all cultures and nationalities an opportunity to share information on parenting and other issues which impact the family. The men’s round table and cookout will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2009, from 10am to 12noon. The event will take place

at the MHA building, 253 Mansion Street, Poughkeepsie. The workshop will be facilitated by Russell Wilson, MHA Operations Manager, and Ian Griffin, LCSW, an MHA Volunteer. The event is free, however, registration is appreciated and participants are encouraged to bring cookout foods or drinks to share. For further information or to register, call Marlene Taylor at 845-473-2500, ext. 1309, or email mtaylor@ mhadc.com.

Healthy interiors will be the topic of a workshop hosted by Cold Spring resident and business owner Kate Dayton at the Water Street Market in New Paltz. Entitled “Healthy Eco-chic Interiors,” case studies will be used to illustrate how to make healthy and environmentally sound decisions w h e n c h o o s i n g c a b i n e t r y, furniture, floor coverings, lighting, and countertops. Dayton, the owner of Green Courage LLC, will discuss

quick and easy remediation for surface mold removal in the bath, and attendees will walk away with a list of local and regional resources for reused building materials, recycled cabinetry, and more. Green Courage, LLC, specializes in making healthy and environmentally sound product choices available to the local community. The presentation will take place at 7pm on August 11. For more information visit www. greencourage.com.

Some Slots Still Open for Philipstown Seniors Trip to NJ The Philipstown Seniors have announced that there is still room on their September 20 to 24 excursion to Wildwood, New Jersey. This four-night trip is sure to be enjoyable for all. It includes a winery tour, a boat cruise, a visit to the historic town of Smithville, a day in

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Atlantic City and a visit to historic Cape May or Stone Harbor. The cost of $379 for members and $384 for nonmembers includes four nights’ lodging, four breakfasts, and three dinners while in Wildwood. For more information or to reserve, call Eileen at 265-5098.

The Putnam County Housing Corporation (PCHC) has grant funds available from the New York State Affordable Housing Corporation to administer the Putnam Home Improvement Program for Putnam County residents. Program guidelines require homeowners to get estimates from three licensed contractors, as well as comply with income eligibility requirements. These funds will be used to assist eligible homeowners with repairs such as structural, safety and code upgrades, roofs, windows, and heating systems with grants of up to $40,000. Homeowners must be able to provide 40 percent of the cost of the repairs. A homeowner’s household income must not ex ceed the income guidelines of: one-member household, $44,464; two-member household, $50,792; three-member household, $56,700; fourmember household, $57,176;

five-member household, $63,504; six-member household, $68,600; seven-member household, $73,640; and eight-member household, $83,832. There is also an asset limitation of $15,000 or 15 percent of the current appraised value of the occupied home (whichever is greater). Assets include any monies in savings or checking accounts, certificates of deposits, stocks and bonds, and the value of any real property less the outstanding debt. There is a recapture provision for the funding. Funding is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. For an application to be placed on the waiting list or for further information, please contact the PCHC at 225-8493 ext. 2 0 8 o r s t o p b y t h e o ff i c e located at 11 Seminary Hill, Carmel. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm.

Parks & Trails New York, a statewide parks and trails a d v o c a c y o rg a n i z a t i o n , i s offering assistance to communities wishing to develop a new multi-use trail or increase usage on an existing trail as part of its Healthy Trails, Healthy People Program. Five communities will be selected to receive help with technical issues, planning, public outreach, grant writing, fundraising, programming, organizational development, and other activities critical to the long-term success of trail projects. “Close to home, multi-use trails enhance communities by providing opportunities for increased physical activity, alternative trans portation, and economic development. Our goal is to work with communities to build the vision, constituencies, and local support that is needed to get a trail built and ensure that community members will use it,” commented Parks & Trails New York Executive Director Robin Dropkin. Applications and more information on the Healthy Trails, Healthy People Program can be found on the P a r k s & Tr a i l s N e w Yo r k w e b s i t e , w w w. p t n y. o rg, o r by contacting Parks & Trails

New York at 518-434-1583 or [email protected]. Applications are being accepted until October 2, 2009. Potential applicants are encouraged t o c o n t a c t P a r k s & Tr a i l s New York to discuss their projects before the submission deadline. Selection will be based on level of community support and commitment to the project, number and nature of partnerships, clarity of project goals and assistance requested, opportunities to increase physical activity levels within the community, and level of need. Preference will be given to communities with a high percentage of low income households. The Healthy Trails, Healthy People Program builds upon Parks & Trails New York’s ongoing efforts to assist New Yorkers with trail development. In the first five years of the program, Parks & Trails New York staff worked with local government officials and civic organizations, trail advocates, and interested citizens to help launch 27 trail projects in 25 counties. When fully complete, these initiatives will add 144 miles of new trail to the state’s growing trail network.

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Cold Spring Review Board Works to Maintain Village’s Character

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HISTORIC (Cont’d from front pg.) “appropriateness” is the Architectural and Historic District Design Standards. Revised in 1999, the design standards cover all aspects, “from A to Z,” and include demolition/ new construction, signage, and streetscapes. Any determination by the review board must be predicated and supported by the design standards. There are six steps to be followed in the review process: determination by the village’s building inspector that a submission is required; an optional review board workshop; an official review board meeting; public hearing; approval by the review board; and building inspector verification that the work is performed according to approved plans. The projects considered at the recent meeting illustrate portions of the process. First on the agenda was a public hearing regarding a proposed addition to the Sandlund residence at 7 High Street. The Sandlunds have paid the requisite fees and previously met with the review board to discuss an addition to the rear of their house. They appeared again, with their architect Peter Smith, to present three design options. Board member Pam Colangelo asked them to identify their “preferred option,” which happened to agree with the board’s choice, as it presented the least visual impact viewed from the street. Chair Al Zgolinski read letters from neighbors Mike and Liz Armstrong and Ed and Fran Murphy, both endorsing the proposed project. In the absence of any public comment, the board proceeded to address particular aspects of the design. Board members Colangelo and David Birn acknowledged that their earlier comments have been addressed in the current design. Birn added that the design is “consistent with practice in Cold Spring” and so is “most appropriate” as regards architectural detail. Birn, however,

expressed concern that the addition would add “quite a bit of visual mass” and asked whether the board felt it was appropriate. Neighbors living next door expressed concern that their “view of trees and the sky” would be compromised. Ms. Colangelo commiserated, but cited the project’s conformance with historic district design standards as weighing more heavily in the board’s decision. Mr. Zgolinski offered that, “as the mass is in the rear of the property, the impact from the street is diminished.” Colangelo pointed out a similar property addition on High Street that had received approval from the board. After further discussion, the board voted three to one to approve the project, with Mr. Birn dissenting and board member Kathleen Foley absent. Following the hearing was a workshop regarding the Mc-

Comish property at 31 Rock Street. Representing an earlier step in the process, this was the McComish’s first appearance before the review board. In 2008, a stop work order was issued for ongoing roof repair work. Although the Village Planning Board later lifted the order, the building inspector instructed them to seek approvals from the historic review board. The proposed scope of work included roof repairs, new siding, new exterior stair to an existing deck, and railing details for the deck. McComish expressed his desire to resolve outstanding issues with the review board before restarting work. Mr. Zgolinski said that while the review board would give informal opinions, “no official response can be issued until a formal application is made.” The resident asked, “What would you like us to do?”

Zgolinski replied, “It is not our charge to dictate design . . . our board only responds to requests made via the application process.” Pam Colangelo said the “charge of the board is to maintain the character of the village buildings.” Amplifying the purpose of the workshop, she added, “We want to help you to make your case.” A back-and-forth discussion ensued on aspects and details of the proposed work, with the owner continually pressing for definitive answers and specific direction. Chairman Zgolinski, attempting to stop the circular discussion, suggested that they “consult the historic district design standards” and, based upon them, prepare drawings and make a formal application. Colangelo urged them to move quickly so that the project could be included on the agenda for the August meeting.

The Hudson House on West Street at the Cold Spring waterfront.

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Sunny side of the street: A view of storefronts on Main Street in Cold Spring shows the “unique architectural history and scenic qualities” of the village.

his work ethic, and with a few family connections, he entered the restaurant business full-time. The decision proved fruitful. Over the past few years, Bei has owned seventeen restaurants, including most recently, Cold Spring’s Hudson House and Hudson’s Ribs and Fish in Fishkill. Rather than concocting culinary delicacies, Bei thought his real strength was in creating friendly dining environments for couples, families, and large groups. When Bei bought Hudson House ten years ago, he first took great care in renovating the historic structure that dates back to the early 1827. The building, now called Hudson House, has operated as both an inn and restaurant, accommodating travelers from all over the United States. Running a successful restaurant and inn is a team ef-

fort. Bei’s key people include head chef John Guerrero, who has also worked at The Willet House in Westchester, as well as Mr. Bei’s own Hudson Ribs and Fish in Fishkill. Bei says he also relies on the business savvy and hospitality of Mina Park, his Innkeeper, as well as Richard Jennings, who runs the day-to-day operations as manager. Most importantly, Bei depends on his wife Regina Bei, the overall operator and co-owner of Hudson House. She takes a distinctly “hands on” approach to running the restaurant. Hudson House offers a varied menu, with emphasis on dry-aged steaks and fresh seafood. Guests can also choose from a large selection of interesting cocktails and wines to pair with food. Hudson House recently received a Wine Spectator award of excellence in 2005. Just inside the lobby, The

Half Moon Tavern, named for the ship sailed by Henry Hudson 400 years ago, is a place where glimpses of the past can be seen and felt. The colonial era décor around the tavern’s original fireplace creates a sense of what dining must have been like in the early days of an old river town. The dining rooms also have an old-fashioned feel. The wide wood plank floors are a testament to the age of the old hotel. Rich, cheerful hues of blue and red add to the warmth of the atmosphere. Even the price of the prix fixe menu harkens to days gone by; for $30.95, diners can choose an appetizer, entrée and dessert. Besides his passion for a wonderful dining experience, Sam Bei loves the village of Cold Spring. His great hope is that Cold Spring’s shopping district will become a significant tourist destina-

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tion. Every chance he gets, he urges his guests to explore the area.  Despite his busy schedule, Mr. Bei continues to enjoy baseball. Every summer he t a k e s p a r t i n t h e Ya n k e e s Fantasy Camp. And through this major league affiliation, he draws many famous faces to Cold Spring, some of which include Steven Spielberg, Ron Howard, and Kevin Kline, and his wife, Phoebe Cates. But if fantasies of baseball and stardom fail to call you to Hudson House, the Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie may just do the trick. The dessert is one of many savory treats for those with a sweet tooth. Whatever you choose from the menu, if you are in the m o o d f o r N e w Yo r k C i t y quality American cuisine, Hudson House is a prime place in Putnam County to venture.     

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Paula Young with one of her fine feathered friends. “It is not that I love man the less, just nature more.” Nature More is licensed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) but operates informally for a very practical reason. “To become a 501(c) (3), I need a lawyer, which I cannot afford,” Young said. Donations made to a nonprofit organization registered as 501(c)(3) are tax deducti b l e , a n i n c e n t i v e Yo u n g misses out on. “I would also have to fund raise in order to keep that qualification, and during ‘critter season’ I barely have time to shower, never mind try to raise money,” she commented.  So how does Young fund her operation? “No one funds me.  Every dime comes from my own pocket,” she said.  “The funny thing is that the wealthy thank me for my service, whereas the poor guy from a working class area will hand me 20 bucks for gas,” she mused before adding,  “I never ask for money, and certainly do not do this for financial profit.  Should we receive financial assistance? Yes. But

then again, teachers need to make more money, as do the police.”   Asked if people can volunteer to help, Young is quick to respond, but with a firm cautionary note. “Yes…but this is not easy work.”  She went on to explain that the biggest misconception people have  about her work is that it “comes from the need to be a bunny hugger, to save everything. I go out of the way (to help animals) because it is the right thing to do. This is hard work,” she repeated. While she receives calls asking for advice from across the country, most of Young’s “guests” are from the local region. There is no pickup service for sick or injured animals—people bring them to Young’s facility themselves. Emergency services personnel in the area are well aware of Young’s operation and often bring animals to her, as do average citizens. Young is often asked what should be done initially for a sick or wounded animal and she has the basic answer down pat—even including it on her

NOISE (Cont’d from front pg.)

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phone message. “Keep the critter in a warm, dark,  and quiet place.  Do not force it to eat or drink anything, a l t h o u g h y o u m a y o ff e r a shallow dish of water. Never give birds water by mouth.” She also reminds people to exercise caution when dealing with animals. “Folks cannot put themselves at risk, so we discuss each situation as it arises,” Young explained. Once animals are nursed back to health they are released in an appropriate habitat. “But if an opossum comes from the streets of the Bronx—he will not be going back there!” Young laughed. Unfortunately there are times when an animal cannot be saved and it must be euthanized. Animals are tranquilized and then humanely killed with appropriate medications administered by a licensed practitioner. “Each life wants to live, it is the universal desire,” Young said.   “For me, it is always sad, but it is tragic only when an animal is killed for man-made reasons,” Young commented. Young thinks there are some

specific things that people can do to help animals that live in our area. “Educate yourself about the species that live around you. Never try to make friends with wildlife, other than feeding birds.  Most wild mammals do not need human friends. And volunteer to help—or if not, leave the world a better place than you found it,” she advises. And, she certainly walks the talk. In addition to the numerous wild animals under her care she also has by her count, “a cat, five old dogs, couple of goats, three fowl—all handicapped—and a bunch of indoor cats.” Animal rescue wasn’t alw a y s Yo u n g ’ s o c cu p a tio n . Paula pursued acting and modeling, she worked as a reporter and editor for multiple newspapers in New York City, she was an NYC commissioner for public relations, and owned and operated her own restaurant. “My number one occupation,” Paula said, “will always be Mom: that’s the most important.” For young people who may want to follow in her footsteps, Paula says that preparation for this kind of occupation really starts in high school. “Take an interest in biology and nature; you have to know everything about the animal before you do anything.” Young has lost none of the concern and compassion that she exhibited as a four-yearold girl when she brought the injured bird home to her mom. “I care about the people, animals, and living things that need to be cared for, and have no one else who might be interested in their well being.  I do not want to own them, or collect them. I just want to help them get through the tough times, and then, off they go,” she concluded. Paula Young can be reached regarding care of an injured animal, volunteering or to make a financial contribution. Her phone number is 914-522-5945.

that they have tried speaking to the kids, but to no avail, and with retribution in some cases. Both Mayor Gallagher and Officer Marino strongly urged residents “to leave it to them.” Marion stated, “Desk appearance tickets are issued to kids for disorderly conduct.” Trustee Lynn Miller told her colleagues that she has occasionally visited the gazebo at 10pm to talk to the kids and see things for herself. Miller described her impression that “it’s not all the kids” and that a majority seem to want “an easy relationship . . . and someplace to go.”

“Someplace to go,” was remarked upon by all board members. “Historically,” said Trustee Gordon Robertson, “this is something that has gone on.” Mayor Gallagher continued the thread, saying, “There are certain things we can do, but we don’t want to overly restrict” activity. Long time resident Don Lusk, citing the need for a middle ground, concurred with the Mayor, saying, “If we push, they will push back.” The trustees appeared sympathetic to kids’ need for a place to hang out, especially in the summer. Gallagher sug-

gested that the Dockside property might soon come under village purview and become available for village teens. This would be consistent with the Mayor’s expressed desire to restore Dockside for resident use. Gallagher continued, saying he would like Philipstown to set up a program for kids, such as a skateboard park. The presence of “drug bags” and other drug paraphernalia at the waterfront was reported to the board by Andrea Leva, another lower Main St. resident. Mayor Gallagher said he was aware of the problem.

He asked that anyone finding such materials bring them to the attention of the police and added for emphasis, “we do want to know about it.” Toward the end of the discussion, newer village residents acknowledged that living at the waterfront entails a certain amount of tolerance, but reiterated their contention that “there needs to be a limit” and the board concurred. Still, all in attendance noted that “things are getting better” and seemed pleased about the opportunity to present their concerns.

ment approvals. As it stands now, residents sometimes deal with not only the building inspector, but also the Town Board, Planning Board, Zoning Board, and Conservation Advisory Council. “It (the new position) could help everybody—the applicants and the Town” Mazzuca said. Deputy Supervisor Richard Shea reported that the town is “on the threshold” of moving forward with improvements to the lower end of Old Albany Post Road in the area of Continental Village. Shea indicated that six of seven property owners had signed on to the

easement that is included as part of the project. He said that the seventh property owner was not critical to the project and that the work could proceed without the owner’s participation, even though, in Shea’s view, participating in the easement would be to the property owner’s advantage. The Continental Village section of historic road has been subject to serious washouts after moderate to heavy rainfall. The project will include drainage improvements and paving a short section of the road.

GARBAGE (Cont’d from front pg.) an already dangerous stretch of road even more hazardous and have pressed hard for the new light. The Metropolitan Transit Authority’s (MTA) “mobility tax” continues to stir debate throughout the lower Hudson Valley and Philipstown Town Board members discussed the issue again at last week’s meeting. Putnam County Executive Robert Bondi recently vetoed a resolution by the Putnam County Legislature calling for the county to withdraw from the MTA’s Comm u t e r Tr a n s p o r t a t i o n D i s trict. County legislators also

called for a full operational review of the MTA. While the legalities and impact of a possible withdrawal from the Transportation District remain unclear, Town Board members expressed support for the operational review and will take up the matter again at next Thursday’s meeting. Bill Mazzuca asked Town Board members to begin thinking about the merits of creating a full-time position with the town to assist residents as they weave their way through what can be a complicated process for receiving building permits and other develop-

Vessel Inspections Offered on August 8 The Putnam County Sheriff’s Department Marine Unit will be conducting vessel inspections on August 8 at 10am at the Cold Spring Boat Club. Marine United deputies will be checking for required safety equipment and issuing safety stickers for your boat. Educational material will also be available. For more information contact Sergeant Michael Szabo at 845-225-4300, ext. 266. No appointment is necessary. This event is being run in conjunction with National Marina Day, the goal of

which is the education of politicians, civic leaders, and the public about the important role the marina industry plays in cities and towns across the nation as family-friendly gateways to boating and stewards of the environment. For more information, visit marinaassociation.org/nmd. Dock at Cold Spring Boat Club

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Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Pink and Purple Caps for Wondrous Years Grads

Garrison School 08/09 4th Quarter MS Honor Roll

Karena Weinpahl (l) and April Ransom sport their pink and purple caps at their graduation ceremony from Wondrous Years Daycare. Staff congratulated the young ladies, who will further their education at Haldane and Garrison School.

Garrison School Participates in Free Milk Program The Garrison School has announced that it will once again be participating in the free milk program for its school children. Families must meet federal eligibility requirements and complete an application for free milk served at the school. Applications are available in the school office and can be submitted anytime during the school year. The information

provided on the application will be confidential and will be used only for the purpose of determining eligibility. The information may also be used for the allocation of funds to schools under Title I and by the United States Department of Education in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). For further details on the program, contact the school.

LEGAL NOTICE $1,604,755 HALDANE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILIPSTOWN PUTNAM AND DUTCHESS COUNTIES, NEW YORK SCHOOL DISTRICT (SERIAL) BONDS, 2009 NOTICE OF BOND SALE Telephone (845-227-8678), telefax (845-227-6154) or written proposals will be received and considered by the undersigned President of the Board of Education of the Haldane Central School District of Philipstown, Putnam and Dutchess Counties, New York, at the Office of Capital Markets Advisors, LLC, 1075 Route 82, Suite 4, Hopewell Junction, New York 12533, u n t i l 11 : 0 0 o ' c l o c k A . M . , P r e v a i l i n g Ti m e , o n t h e 6th day of August, 2009, at which time and place the bids will be opened, for the purchase IN FEDERAL FUNDS at not less than par and accrued interest of $1,604,755 School District (Serial) Bonds, 2009, of said School District, dated August 15, 2009, and maturing in annual principal installments which, together with interest thereon, are expected to provide for substantially level or declining annual debt service on such bonds, as defined and described in paragraph d of Section 21.00 of the New York Local F i n a n c e l a w, a s f o l l o w s : $84,755 on February 15, 2010, $85,000 on February 15, 2011, $90,000 on February 15, 2012, $95,000 on February 15, 2013, $100,000 on February 15 in each of the years 2014 to 2016, both inclusive, $105,000 on February 15, 2017, $110,000 on February 1 5 , 2 0 1 8 , $ 11 5 , 0 0 0 o n February 15, 2019, $120,000 on February 15, 2020, and $125,000 on February 15 in each of the years 2021 to 2024, both inclusive, with interest thereon payable on February 15, 2010 and semi-annually thereafter on August 15 and February 15. The Bonds maturing on or before February 15, 2019 will not be subject to redemption prior to maturity. The Bonds maturing on February 15, 2020, and thereafter, will be subject to redemption prior to maturity, at the option of the School District, in whole or in part, and if in part, in any order of their maturity and in any amount within a maturity (selected by lot within a maturity) on any date on or after February 15, 2019 at par plus accrued interest to the redemption date. If less than all of the Bonds of any maturity are to be redeemed, the particular Bonds of such maturity to be redeemed shall be selected by the School District by lot in any customary manner of selection as determined by the President of the Board of Education. Notice of such call for redemption shall be given by transmitting such notice to the registered holder not more than sixty

(60) days nor less than thirty (30) days prior to such date. Notice of redemption having been given as aforesaid, the Bonds so called for redemption shall, on the date for redemption set forth in s uch call for redem ption, become due and payable, together with interest to such redemption date, and interest shall cease to be paid thereon after such redemption date. The bonds will initially be issued in registered form in denominations such that one bond shall be issued for each maturity of bonds in such amounts as hereinafter set forth, and when issued will be registered in the name of Cede & Co., as nominee o f T h e D e p o s i t o r y Tr u s t Company, New York, New York ("DTC"), which will act as securities depository for the bonds. Ownership interest in the bonds will be transferred pursuant to the "Book Entry Only System" of DTC, as described in the Official Statement prepared by the School District with respect to the bonds. Principal and interest on the bonds will be payable by check or draft mailed by DTC, or to its nominee, Cede & Co., as the registered owner of the bonds. Principal and interest will be payable in lawful money of the United States of America. Bonds will be fully registered and will be valid and legally binding general obligations of said School District, all the taxable real property within which will be subject to the levy of ad valorem taxes to pay said bonds and interest thereon, without limitation as to rate or amount. The bonds may not be converted into coupon bonds or be registered to bearer. The State Constitution requires the School District to pledge its faith and credit for the payment of the principal of the bonds and the interest thereon and to make annual appropriations for the amounts required for the payment of such interest and the redemption of such bonds. The State Constitution also provides that if at any time the appropriating authorities fail to make the required appropriations for the annual debt service on the bonds and certain other obligations of the School District, a sufficient sum shall be set apart from the first revenues thereafter received and shall be applied for such purposes; also that the fiscal officer of the School District may be required to set apart and apply such revenues as aforesaid at the suit of any holder of such obligations. In the event of a default in the payment of the principal of and/or interest on the bonds, the State Comptroller is required to withhold, under certain conditions prescribed by Section 99b of the State Finance Law, state aid and assistance to said School District and to apply the amount thereof so withheld to the payment

son, Graydon Cook, Connor Filardo, Drew Ford, Madison Freeman, Jake H e i t m a n n , E r y n K e l l y, E l i z a b e t h L a n s b u r y, K a d y Neill, Montserrat Perez, C h l o e Wa r e h a m - G o r d o n Grade 7: Megan Brief, Russell Cox, Georgia Dain, Kelsey Dalition, Robert Dean, Brianna DiFrancesco, Austin Fusco, Samant h a H e a n u e , Ti m H u g h e s , E m m a J a c o b y, K a t e L a h e y, Tr e v o r M a s t r a n t o n e , Jackson Lisotta, Connor McCullough, Amanda Monroe, Sarah Monroe, Jaswant R a j e n d r a n , Ti m S u i t s G r a d e 6 : I s a b e l l a A d l e r, Zachary Bischoff, Peter Close, Ramsey Heitmann, Tucker Hine, Cooper N u g e n t , P a i g e O ’ To o l e , Samantha Perlman, Garr e t Q u i g l e y, S p e n c e r Rundquist, Megan Scali

Concerned for the safety of students playing on the Garrison School field, the school district is proceeding with a plan to install a fence and gate along the Upper Station Road side of the field. The administration expects the five-foot-high, black vinyl-covered fence to be installed before school o p e n s i n S e p t e m b e r. In recommending that the Board of Education approve the installation, Superintendent Gloria Colucci and Supervisor of Buildings and G r o u n d s D i c k Ti m m o n s noted several incidences in recent years where students have chased balls onto Upper Station Road and narrowly missed bei n g s t r u c k b y a c a r. T h e o v e r a l l i n c r e a s e i n t r a ff i c on local roads, including Upper Station Road, along with the growing number of users of the field, have combined to significantly heighten the risk of an accident, they said. Along with student athletics and events, the field also serves local Little League teams, club lacrosse, and

community softball. It is home to a playground and a lacrosse practice wall, as well as a softball diamond and soccer/lacrosse field. In a sheltered corner is David’s Garden, a landscaped area for reflection that was created in memory o f D a v i d F o d o r, a G a r r i s o n resident who was killed on S e p t e m b e r 11 , 2 0 0 1 . In addition to the fence, a number of parking places will be clearly delimited, while parking on the main athletic field itself will be restricted. This will help preserve the quality of the field by preventing ruts, making it safer for children running on the grass. “Many people have worked hard for many years to transform this athletic field from a small, swampy area to the beautiful field y o u s e e t o d a y, ” s a i d M r s . Colucci. “These changes w i l l m a k e i t a s a f e r, m o r e pleasant place for sports and recreation. The community continues to be very welcome to enjoy all aspects of this green space in the heart of Garrison.”

“Education is simply the soul of a society as it passes from one generation to another.” -G.K. Chesterton

Legal Notices of such defaulted principal and/or interest, which requirement constitutes a covenant by the State of New York with the holders from time to time of the bonds. Each bid must be for all of said $1,604,755 serial bonds and may state a single rate of interest or different rates of interest for bonds maturing in different calendar years; provided, however, that (i) only one rate of interest may be bid for bonds o the same maturity, (ii) the maximum difference between the highest and lowest rate of interest bid for the bonds may not exceed four per centum per annum, (iii) all rates of interest bid must be stated in a multiple of oneeighth or one-hundredth of one per centum per annum. Unless all bids are rejected, the award will be made to the bidder complying with the terms of sale and offering to purchase the bonds at such rate or rates of interest as will produce the lowest true interest cost computed in accordance with the true interest cost method of calculation, that being the rate which, compounded semi-annually, is necessary to discount all principal and interest payments on the bonds to the purchase price (including accrued interest) bid for the bonds. The true interest cost computation should be made as of the date of the delivery of the bonds. If two or more such b i d d e r s o ff e r t o p u r c h a s e the bonds at the same true interest cost, computed as described above, the bonds will be awarded to the bidder whose bid offers to purchase the bonds at the highest premium dollar amount; provided, h o w e v e r, t h a t t h e S c h o o l District reserves the right, in its sole discretion, after s e l e c t i n g t h e l o w b i d d e r, to adjust the aforestated maturity installments to the extent necessary to meet the requirements of substantially level or declining debt service. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids, and any bid not complying with this Notice of Sale, except as provided above, will be rejected. Each bid must be enclosed in a sealed envelope addressed to the undersigned President of the Board of Education of the School District, and should be marked on the outside "Proposal for Bonds". A good faith deposit (the “Deposit”) in the form of a certified or cashier’s check in the amount of $32,095 payable to the order of Haldane Central School District of Philipstown is required for each bid to be considered. No interest on the Deposit will accrue to the Purchaser. Said bonds are issued pursuant to the Constitution and statutes of the State of New York, including, among others, the School District Law and the Local Finance Law, for the reconstruction of various School District facilities in and for said School District.

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Safety Concerns Prompt Plan Fatima Hosain is Manitoga’s to Fence Garrison Field Garden Club Intern

Academic Honors

HIGH HONOR ROLL: G r a d e 8 : Av e r y A n d e r son, Simon Close, Lianna Culp, Allison Galezo, Malinda Labriola, Julie M a r c i n a k , H a n n a h P e n n e r, J u s t i n Vo e l p Grade 7: Noah Campbell, M a t t h e w D r o t a r, G e o rg e F i b b l e , D a v i d H a m e l , Te s s H a n s l e r, S a r a h H a r d , N i cole Pidala Grade 6: Micah Adams, C a t h e r i n e D r o t a r, E m i l y Dupree, Jordan Erickson, Samantha Leigh Ford, Peter Hoffmann, Sara Jacob y, P o p p y L o n d o n , E m i l y O’Rourke, Emmanuelle Palikuca, Justin Rockmore, Carolina Sanhueza, Kaan Solakoglu, John Swartzw e l d e r , S e r e n a We s s e l y, C a m e r o n Yo u n g HONOR ROLL: Grade 8: Frank Auth, Jack Bynum, Matthew Cha-

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THE SCHOOL DISTRICT R E S E RV E S T H E R I G H T TO C H A N G E T H E T I M E A N D / O R D AT E F O R THE OPENING OF BIDS. NOTICE OF ANY SUCH CHANGE SHALL BE PROVIDED NOT LESS THAN 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE TIME SET FORTH ABOVE FOR THE OPENING OF BIDS BY MEANS O F A S U P P L E M E N TA L NOTICE OF SALE TO BE TRANSMITTED OVER THE TM3. If the bonds qualify for issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance or commitment therefor at the option of a bidder, the purchase of any such insurance policy or the issuance of any such commitment therefor shall be at the sole option and expense of such bidder and any increased costs of issuance of the bonds resulting by reason of the same, unless otherwise paid, shall be paid by such bidder. Any failure of the bonds to be so insured or of any such policy of insurance to be issued, shall not constitute cause for a failure or refusal by the purchaser of the bonds to accept delivery of and pay for said bonds in accordance with the terms of the purchase contract. In the event that prior to the delivery of the bonds, the income received by owners thereof from bonds of the same type and character becomes includable in the gross income of such owners for Federal income tax purposes, the successful bidder may, at his election, be relieved of his obligations under the contract to purchase the bonds, and in such case, the deposit accompanying his bid will be returned. The purchase price of the bonds, in accordance with the purchaser's bid, shall be paid IN FEDERAL FUNDS or other funds available for immediate credit on the day of delivery, in an amount equal to the par amount of such bonds, plus the premium, if any, plus accrued interest from the date of such bonds until said day of de livery, less the amount of the good faith deposit submitted with the bid. The closing on said bonds will take place at the offices of Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, 666 Fifth Av e n u e , N e w Yo r k , N e w York, on or about August 18, 2009. CUSIP identification numbers will be printed on said bonds if the purchaser provides Bond Counsel with such numbers by telefax or any other mode of written communication (verbal advice will not be accepted) by 3:00 o'clock P.M. on the date following the date of sale of the bonds, but neither the failure to print such number on any bond nor any error with respect thereto shall constitute cause for a failure or refusal by the purchaser thereof to accept delivery of and pay for said bonds in accordance with the terms of the purchase

bonds shall be paid for by the issuer; provided, however, that the CUSIP Service Bureau charge for the assignment of said numbers shall be the responsibility of and shall be paid for by the purchaser. The bonds will be available for inspection by the purchaser at DTC not less than 24 hours prior to the time set for the delivery thereof. It shall be the responsibility of the purchaser to verify the CUSIP numbers at such time. As a condition to the purchaser's obligation to accept delivery of and pay for the bonds, the purchaser will be furnished, without cost, the following, dated as of the date of the delivery of and payment for the bonds: (i) a certificate of the President of the Board of Education certifying that (a) as of the date of the Official Statement furnished by the School District in relation to said bonds (which Official Statement is deemed by the School District to be final for purposes of Securities and Exchange Commission Rule 15c2-12, except for the omission therefrom of those items allowable under s a i d R u l e ) , s a i d O ff i c i a l Statement did not contain any untrue statements of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements therein, in the light of the circumstances under which they were made, not misleading, subject to the condition that while information in said Official Statement obtained from sources other than the School District is not guaranteed as to accuracy, completeness or fairness, he has no reason to believe and does not believe that such information is materially inaccurate or misleading, and (b) to his knowledge, since the date of said Official Statement, there have been no material transactions not in the ordinary course of affairs entered into by the School District and no material adverse changes in the general affairs of the School District or in its financial condition as shown in said Official Statement other than as disclosed in or contemplated by said Official Statement; (ii) a Closing Certificate, constituting receipt for the bond proceeds and a signature certificate, which will include a statement that no litigation is pending or, to the knowledge of the signers, threatened affecting the bonds; (iii) an arbitrage certificate executed on behalf of the School District which includes, among other things, covenants, relating to compliance with the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the "Code"), with the owners of the bonds that the School District will, among other things, (A) take all actions on its part necessary to cause interest on the bonds not to be includable in the gross income of the owners thereof for Federal income tax

purposes, including, without limitation, restricting, to the extent necessary, the yield on investments made with the proceeds of the bonds and investment earnings thereon, making required payments to the Federal g o v e r n m e n t , i f a n y, w i t h regard to both the bonds and any obligations refunded with proceeds of the bonds, and maintaining books and records in a specified manner, where appropriate, and (B) refrain from taking any action which would cause interest on the bonds to be includable in the gross income of the owners thereof for Federal income tax purposes, including, without limitation, refraining from spending the proceeds of the bonds and investment earnings thereon on certain specified purposes; (iv) a Continuing Disclosure Undertaking Certificate of the School District, executed by the President of the Board of Education, stating that the School District has agreed, in accordance with the Rule, to provide or cause to be provided during any succeeding fiscal year in which the bonds are outstanding, (a) on or prior to the later of either the end of the sixth month of each such succeeding fiscal year or, if an audited financial statement is prepared, sixty days following receipt by the School District of the audited financial statement for the preceding fiscal year, but, in no event, not later than the last business day of each such succeeding fiscal year, certain annual financial information and operating data for the preceding fiscal year, in a form generally consistent with information contained or cross-referenced in the Official Statement, together with such audited financial statement for such year, if any; (b) timely notice of the occurrence of certain material events with respect to the bonds; and (c) timely notice of a failure by the School District to provide the required annual financial information and operating data, together with such audited financial statement, i f a n y, d e s c r i b e d i n ( a ) above on or before the date specified in (a) above; and (v) the unqualified legal opinion as to the validity of the bonds of Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, New York, New York, Bond Counsel. Reference should be made to said Official Statement for a description of the scope of Bond Counsel's engagement in relation to the issuance of the bonds and the matters covered by such legal opinion. Furthermore, reference should be made to the information under the heading "Legal Matters" in the Official Statement. The School District will designate the bonds as "qualified tax-exempt obligations" pursuant to Section 265(b)(3) of the Code. Following the sale of the bonds, the successful bidder

Fatima Hosain, a junior at Poughkeepsie Day School, is the Philipstown Garden Club’s summer intern at Mani t o g a N a t u r e C e n t e r. T h i s program, in its 13th year, is co-sponsored each year by the PGC, a member of the Garden Club of America and 5 environmental/horticultural organizations in Philipstown. At Manitoga Fatima works and learns along with the landscape staff as they maintain the paths: clearing poison ivy, brush, and weeds, as well

as refurbishing signs for the visitors and hikers. These internships provide a unique opportunity for high school juniors and seniors to explore careers in the environmental and horticultural fields, as well as building their resumes for college. Complete details on this program are available on the Philipstown Garden Club’s website: www.pgcinc.org or by calling Karen Lindros at 424-3537.

will be required to provide to the School District certain information regarding the reoffering price to the public of each maturity of the bonds. The successful bidder shall furnish to the School District a certificate acceptable to Bond Counsel, dated as of the day of closing for the bonds, stating the initial prices at which a b o n a f i d e p u b l i c o ff e r i n g of all of the bonds was made and stating that 10% or more of the bonds of each maturity were in fact sold to the public (excluding bond houses, brokers and other intermediaries) at or below such initial respective public offering prices. Such certificate shall state that it is made on the best knowledge, information and belief of the successful bidder after appropriate investigation. Any party executing and delivering a bid for the bonds agrees, if its bid is accepted by the School District, to provide to the School District, in writing, within two business days after the date of such award, all information which said successful bidder determines is necessary for it to comply with SEC Rule 15c2-12, including all necessary pricing and sale information, information with respect to the purchase of municipal bond insurance, if any, and underwriter identification. Within five business days following receipt by the School District thereof the School District will furnish to the successful bidder, in reasonable quantities as requested by the successful bidder, copies of said Official Statement, updated as necessary, and supplemented to include said information. Failure by the successful bidder to provide such information will prevent the School District from furnishing such Official Statement as described above. The School District shall not be responsible or liable in any manner for the successful bidder's determination of information necessary to comply with SEC Rule 15c212 or the accuracy of any such information provided by the successful bidder or for failure to furnish s u c h O ff i c i a l S t a t e m e n t s as described above which results from a failure by the successful bidder to provide the aforementioned information within the time specified. Acceptance by the successful bidder of such f i n a l O ff i c i a l S t a t e m e n t s shall be conclusive evidence of the satisfactory completion of the obligations of said School District with respect to the preparation and delivery thereof. The population of the School District is estimated to be 6,000. The Debt Statement to be filed, pursuant to Section 109.00 of the Local Finance Law in connection with the sale of the bonds herein d es crib ed, pr ep ared as o f July 16, 2009, will show the full valuation of real estate subject to taxation

by the School District to be $1,177,588,303, its debt l i m i t t o b e $ 11 7 , 5 7 8 , 8 3 0 , and its total net indebtedness subject to the debt limit to be $12,349,600. The calculation of such bonded indebtedness has not taken into account deductions therefrom of any apportionment of state aid for debt service for school district purposes to which the School District may be entitled. The indebtedness to be evidenced by such bonds will increase such net indebtedness by $1,604,755. A detailed Official Statement will be furnished to any interested bidder upon request. ADDITIONAL COPIES OF THE OFFICIAL S TAT E M E N T AND NOTICE OF SALE MAY BE OBTAINED FROM CAPITAL MARKETS ADVISORS, LLC., NORTH HOPEWELL PLAZA, 1075 ROUTE 82 – SUITE 4, HOPEWELL JCT., NEW YORK, 12533, TELEPHONE, (845) 2278678 AND ARE ALSO AVA I L A B L E AT w w w . capmark.org. Dated: Cold Spring, New York, July 29, 2009. President of the Board of Education LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC): Name: SMALL BUSINESS WEBSITES, LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 06/25/09. Office location: Putnam County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 94 Seven Oaks Lane, Brewster, NY 10509. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: MUSHKOLAJ LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary o f S t a t e o f N e w Yo r k (SSNY) on 07/01/09. Office location: Putnam County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, c/o The Law Offices of James C. Kahn, 175 Main Street, White Plains, New York 10601. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. LEGAL NOTICE HEART 2 HEART CHILD CARE CENTER LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC) filed with the Sec of State of NY on 6/5/09. NY Office location: Putnam County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/her to The LLC, 32 Kentview Dr., Carmel, NY 10512 General purposes

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Longest Running “Phantom” Photography Exhibitions Local Sculptor Uribe Exhibits Shop Along the River at Fine Arts and Crafts Fair on Stage at the Depot Theatre Recycled Art at MA Museum C o m e b y c a r, t r a i n , o r Rodriguez at Bannermans T h e P h i l i p s t o w n D e p o t bakers. He earned the opporCold Spring artist Alex kayak—but do not miss the upcoming Garrison Art Center 40th Annual Fine Arts & Crafts Fair, August 15 & 16, 10am-5pm (rain or shine). Set on the edge of the Hudson in Garrison, with majestic river views, the fair offers a truly exquisite spot to shop. The event, now in its fortieth year, showcases two days of unique crafts, delectable food, and lively music. The Fair is a premier event i n t h e H u d s o n Va l l e y f o r collectors of hand-made traditional and alternative crafts and for those looking for the unique gift. 95 juried artists participate with furniture, wooden kayaks, photography, jewelry, gourmet food, glass items, fashionable clothing, fine art, ceramics, wooden utensils, tableware, and more. To find out who’s there review the 2009 Exhibitor List at www. garrisonartcenter.org. Visitors can enjoy lunch at this year’s new gourmet food court, free river rides on the visiting sloop Woody Guthrie, fine art exhibitions by artists Judy Sigunick and Ed Smith inside the Art Center’s two professional galleries, and hands-on art demonstrations in the studios. The Fair’s acoustic music series has two stages with live performances by Tiki D a d d y, B i l l C a r n e y ’ s J u g

Earrings by Terri Davis, an example of the offerings at the Arts and Crafts fair. Addicts, Eddie Diehl & Lou Pappas, and The Moonlighters— made possible through the generous support of Hudson Valley Magazine, The Garrison, and WHUD. Print out an acoustic music series performance schedule from the special events page at www.garrisonartcenter.org. Organized by the 46-yearo l d G a r r i s o n A r t C e n t e r, a not-for-profit multi- ar ts organization, the fair is a longstanding community event and an important fundraiser attracting 5,000 visitors annually. Proceeds from the fair fund the Art Center’s terrific program ming for adults and children all year. To find out more about the fair and Garrison Art Center’s other numerous events and programs, visit www.garrisonartcenter.org, or call 424-3960. Fair admission is purchased at the gate ($8 adult, children under 12 are free) located a short walk from the free parking area and Metro-North’s Hudson Line at Garrison Station.

LEGAL NOTICE The resolution, a summary of which is published herewith, has been adopted o n t h e 7 t h d a y o f J u l y, 2009, and the validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the COUNTY OF PUTNAM, New York, is not authorized to expend money if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of the Notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the publication of this Notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the constitution. M. CHRIS MARRONE Clerk to the County Legislature BOND RESOLUTION OF THE COUNTY OF PUTNAM, NEW YORK, A D O P T E D J U LY 7 , 2009, AUTHORIZING T H E R E M O VA L A N D REPLACEMENT OF UNDERGROUND FUEL STORAGE TANKS, IN AND FOR SAID COUNTY AT A MAXIMUM ESTIMATED COSTS OF $300,000; AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $300,000 BONDS OF SAID COUNTY T O PAY T H E C O S T THEREOF. Class of objects or purposes: Removal/ replacement of underground fuel storage tanks Period of probable usefulness: Ten (10) years Amount of obligations to be issued: $300,000 A complete copy of the bond resolution summarized above shall be available for public Inspection during normal business hours at the office of the Clerk to the Legislature, at the County Office Building, 40 Gleneida Avenue, Carmel, New York. Dated: July 9, 2009 Carmel, New York

LEGAL NOTICE The resolution, a summary of which is published herewith, has been adopted o n t h e 7 t h d a y o f J u l y, 2009, and the validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the COUNTY OF PUTNAM, New York, is not authorized to expend money if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of the Notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the publication of this Notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the constitution. M. CHRIS MARRONE Clerk to the County Legislature BOND RESOLUTION OF THE COUNTY OF PUTNAM, NEW YORK, ADOPTED JULY 7, 2009, AUTHORIZING HIGHWAY INFRASTRUCTURE AND RECONSTRUCTION O F R O A D S L O C AT E D THROUGHOUT AND IN AND FOR SAID COUNTY AT A MAXIMUM E S T I M AT E D C O S T OF $817,000; AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $817,000 BONDS OF SAID COUNTY T O PAY T H E C O S T THEREOF. Class of objects or purposes: Highway Infrastructure and road Reconstruction throughout and in and for said County Period of probable usefulness: Fifteen (15) years Amount of obligations to be issued: $817,000 Bonds A complete copy of the bond resolution summarized above shall be available for public Inspection during normal business hours at the office of the Clerk to the Legislature, at the County Office Building, 40 Gleneida Avenue, Carmel, New York. Dated: July 9, 2009 Carmel, New York

LEGAL NOTICE The Village of Cold Spring Historic District Review Board will hold its monthly meeting Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at 8:00 p.m. at the Village Hall, 85 Main St. Cold Spring Agenda Old Business: Peter Inserillo, 129 Main St. (awning) Peter & Melanie Farrell, 191 Main St. (porch) New Business: Barton Chew, 4 B. Street (windows) Iva Mittowell, 34 Pine St. (fence) 1 Atlas LLC, 144 Main St. (porch, siding, new signs & lighting) Yona & Mitchell Feinstein, 3 Cherry St. (Deck) Wi l l i a m M c C o m i s h , 3 1 Rock St. (siding)

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE 8a/2009 Please be advised that the next meeting of the Planning Board will be held at Town Hall, 265 Oscawana Lake R o a d o n M o n d a y, A u g u s t 10, 2009, for the purpose of considering the following applications: Communications: 5:30pm Regular Meeting Start Time: 6:00pm AGENDA REVIEW 1. Warex Terminal Corp.157 Bryant Pond Road (TM: 74.-1-60/File: 20080027) The applicant is proposing the construction of a new pump island with two (2) new fuel dispensers, a canopy extension, and parking lot expansion. The site is located in the CC-2

Theatre Music Tracks presents Broadway singer, Franc D’Ambrosio, Saturday August 15, at 8pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for children. According to Hal Prince, Tony award-winning director of Phantom of the Opera, Franc D’Ambrosio “looks and acts like Marlon Brando and sings like Mario Lanza.” Join D’Ambrosio for a foray into the life of Broadway, complete with hit tunes and anecdotes about performing and growing up in the theatre. D’Ambrosio started out in the Bronx, in a family of

tunity to study at the famed Vocal Academy of Lucca in Italy and was also personally invited to s tudy w ith legendary tenor Luciano Pavarotti at his home in Pesaro. As well as playing the role of the Phantom over 3,000 times, Franc played Anthony Corleone, the opera singing son of Al Pacino in Francis Ford Coppola’s Godfather III. He had the honor of singing the Academy Award-winning theme song for the film. Please call the Philipstown Depot Theatre box office for tickets to this event at 4243900.

Westchester Concert Singers Invite Singers to Audition Currently in its 554th season, the Westchester Concert Singers is extending an invitation to singers in all voice parts (S, A, T, B) to become members. In preparation for a January 10, 2010 concert, “friendly” auditions will be held in September. The concert will feature Handel’s Foundling Hospital Anthem which also contains his famous Hallelujah Chorus, as well as a selection of Mendelssohn motets. The concert will take place at the beautiful chapel at Maryknoll with accompaniment by an orchestral ensemble. This will be the fifth season for the chorus’s Music Director, Mark Bailey, who also conducts the renowned

Yale Russian Chorus and the New Haven Oratorio Choir and is a frequent lecturer at Lincoln Center. His expertise in baroque music will make this concert season particularly enjoyable for choral singers who want to learn to perform it in the manner in which it was intended by its composers. Rehearsals are on Monday evenings at the Pleasantville Middle School from 7:45 to 10:15pm starting on September 14, 2009. For additional information, call (914) 4780074. To learn more about the chorus and its Director, visit the chorus website at www.WestchesterConcertSingers.org.

The Bannerman Island Gallery is pleased to present recent Bannerman Island photos by Robert Rodriguez Jr. The show will open at the Bannerman Island Gallery on August 8, 2009. A reception to meet the artist will take place from 4 to 6pm. Trained as a musician, Robert Rodriguez Jr earned a scholarship to attend Berklee College of Music in 1987, and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree and honors. Over the first 15 years of his professional life, he was a successful musical arranger and producer. But the allure of nature remained constant, and he eventually transitioned to landscape photography, and with it the potential to express a more creative and personal vision. Focusing on the Hudson Valley allowed Robert to discover not only beautiful landscapes often taken for granted, but also the changing mood and character of the region. Rodriguez takes pride in a hands-on approach to creating his expressive prints, working on every stage, from the initial exposure and processing to printing and framing. His prints have been

purchased by private collectors and commercial clients throughout North America. His photographs have also been featured in publications such as the New York Times. Mr. Rodriguez recently presented a Bannerman Island Photo Workshop, which will be offered again on October 18, 2009. A portion of the funds raised from the sale of photographs will be donated to The Bann e r m a n C a s t l e Tr u s t , I n c . to help preserve Bannerman Castle on Pollepel Island. Bannerman Castle Trust, Inc. offers walking tours of Bannerman Island on Saturdays and Sundays through October, on Hudson River Adventures vessel, The Pollepel. Tickets are $30 per person. Fund raising kayak tours are offered through Hudson Valley Outtfitters of Cold Spring, Storm King Adventure Tours of Cornwall-On-Hudson, and Mountain Tops of Beacon. For information about Robert Rodriguez Bannerman Island Images and Bannerman Island walking and kayak tours call 845-234-3204 or visit www.bannermancastle. org.

LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Public Hearing PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, t h e P u t n a m Va l l e y To w n Board will conduct a public h e a r i n g o n We d n e s d a y, August 12, 2009 at 6:00 p.m, on a proposed local law to regulate and control the emissions from outdoor wood boilers in the Town of Putnam Valley. HEARING TO BE HELD, at the Putnam Valley Town Hall, 265 Oscawana Lake Road, Putnam Valley, New York. Eileen Royael Town Clerk LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE WT 8a/2009 July 30, 2009 Notice is hereby given t h a t t h e To w n o f P u t n a m Va l l e y h a s r e c e i v e d a wetlands application from the following applicant: WT 17/09 Marion & Claude Loewenstein 33 Hemlock Point Drive North TM: 62.-1-26 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: KNH CONSTRUCTION LLC. A r t i c l e s o f O rg a n i z a t i o n were filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY) on 07/16/09. The latest date of dissolution is 12/31/2060. Office location: Putnam County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 105 Palmer Trail, Carmel, New York 10512. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY C O M PA N Y. N A M E : M O N A C O R E A LT Y M A N A G E M E N T, L L C . A r t i c l e s o f O rg a n i z a t i o n were filed with the Secretary o f S t a t e o f N e w Yo r k (SSNY) on 07/27/09. Office location: Putnam County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, c/o George Monaco, 276 Buckshollow Road, Mahopac, New York 10541. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

to water bottles, piano keys to cardboard, twenty-four artworks are displayed of animals evoked through the imaginative reuse of rubbish. “These artists collect and transform trash in surprising ways, making beautiful and whimsical animals out of society’s discards, “ said Jane Winchell, curator and director of PEM’s Interactive Art & Nature Center. The Peabody Essex museum is located just north of Boston in Salem, MA. Trash Menagerie will on exhibit until June of 2010. For more information visit www.pem.org.

Black Smoke Over the Hudson West Point Band Performs with Flutist Jim Walker

Legal Notices Zoning District and consists of approximate 2.1 acres. The Planning Board will continue its review of the project plans. DISCUSSION 2. Kisslinger Robert- West Shore Drive (TM:62.01-13,4&5/File:2008-0026) The applicant is proposing the construction of a single-family residence on approximately 1.5 acres of land located at the terminus of West Shore Drive in the R-3 Zoning District. The Planning Board will review a report from the Building Department. 3. Feldman, Martin-Lee Avenue (TM: 62.18-1-49) WT5-05 The applicant wishes to construct a shed, deck and walkway on a 0.19 acre p a r c e l o n L e e Av e n u e . The parcel has frontage on Lake Oscawana and the Town Wetland Inspector has referred the wetland permit application to the Planning Board. The Planning Board will review a report from the Building Department and Wetland Inspector. MISCELLANEOUS 4. HYH Subdivision – B r o o k s i d e Av e n u e a n d Pudding Street (TM: 41.-2-13 & 41.15-13/File: 41./206/1040&1041) An application has been filed for a proposed 15lot subdivision with a proposed private road on approximately 236.51 acres of land located in the R-3 Zoning District. The Planning Board will continue its review of the Subdivision, Major Grading Permit and Wetlands Permit. The Planning Board will continue its review of the Environmental Assessment Forms and will declare its intent to be Lead Agency for SEQRA review. INFORMAL DISCUSSION 5. Pine Brook Farm Subdivision (Adorno) (TM# 63.-3-4.1) The applicant is proposing a 4-lot subdivision on ±60 acres of land located on Peekskill Hollow Road and the terminus of Boswell Road in the R-3 Zoning District. As currently proposed, the proposed action would maintain the existing tree farm and would result in the construction of three (3) new dwellings. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 6. Approve Minutes of July 27, 2009

Uribe is one of 24 artists featured in a new exhibit Trash Menagerie, at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, MA. Uribe has been making art with recycled materials for more than 30 years. His respect for the earth and raw resources has channeled his creativity through sculpture that transforms natural and recycled materials, converting the ordinary into the extraordinary. Uribe revitalizes the material and simultaneously accomplishes stimulating the viewer’s creativity by providing a visual expansion of mundane, everyday objects. His sculpture Black Stallion was created by ripping and converting the cardboard box that most folks store away until garbage day. This and Standing Bull, a work that was inspired by shredded cardboard packaging material, are proudly featured as the introduction to the Trash Menagerie exhibit. According to the museum, the goal of Trash Menagerie is to enlighten the public to the concept, “In the right hands, even trash can be beautiful.” From baking tins

John Fasulo A new exhibit of photographs by John Fasulo centers around the 1974 Poughkeepsie Railroad Bridge Fire. The exhibit opens on August 16 at Café Bocca, located on Mt. Carmel Square in Poughkeepsie, and runs through November 15. The show coincides with the bridge opening as the Walkway Over The Hudson in early October.

Have you taken a good photo recently? Send it to the PCN&R. From time to time, we will print the best photos we receive, space permitting.

LEGAL NOTICE The Board of Education, P u t n a m Va l l e y C e n t r a l School District, Putnam Va l l e y, N Y, i n v i t e s a l l qualified bidders to submit sealed bids for: RECONDITIONING OF ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT Specifications and Instructions to Bidders may be obtained at the Athletics O ff i c e b e t w e e n t h e h o u r s of 8:00 am. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, at 146 Peekskill Hollow Road, Putnam Valley, NY 10579. All bids are to be returned to Mr. Paul N. Lee, Assistant Superintendent for Business and Finance, located in the Business Office at the High School, 146 Peekskill Hollow Road, Putnam Valley, NY 10579, before the closing date and time for the bids as follows without further notice: 11:00 AM. AUGUST 14, 2009 Prevailing Time Non-Collusive Bidding Certification must be returned as part of the bid. The Board of Education reserves the right to reject, waive, or refuse to waive informalities on any and all bids. Bids opened and read shall remain irrevocable f o r a p er io d o f f o r ty - f iv e (45) days. Maureen Bellino District Clerk Putnam Valley Central School District Putnam Valley, NY 10579

T h e We s t P o i n t C o n c e r t Band continues its popular Music Under the Stars concert series on Sunday, August 16, at 7:30pm at West Point’s Trophy Point Amphitheatre. The program, entitled “A Night at the Opera,” will feature guest flutist Jim Walker. Come to West Point to enjoy breathtaking views of the Hudson River and an evening of operatic works with renowned flutist Jim Walker. This concert is free and open to the public. Dynamic soloist, legendary orchestral and studio musician, celebrated jazz flutist, and an inspiration to countless students worldwide, Jim Walker has enjoyed success in all aspects of his musical career. Following a stint performing with the West Point Band, Jim Walker was named Associate Principal Flute in t h e P i t t s b u rg h S y m p h o n y and later won the Principal Flute position with the Los Angeles Philharmonic. After seven seasons with the L.A. P h i l h a r m o n i c , M r. Wa l k e r organized the jazz quartet

Free Flight and enjoyed much success as a jazz flutist. Mr. Walker has also been a first -call studio flutist for the better part of two decades and can be heard on hundreds of soundtracks and commercial recordings. The breadth of experience that Mr. Walker brings to every performance makes him a truly remarkable soloist and will surely make his performance with the West Point Band an event to remember. Please allow extra travel time for the 100 percent vehicle and photo I.D. inspection at Stony Lonesome and Thayer gates. Due to changing security requirements at West Point, call the Academy Band’s hotline at 845-938-2617, or check www. westpoint.edu/special before leaving for the concert. For concert information, cancellations and updates, call the Academy Band’s 24hour hotline at (845) 9382617; or visit www.westpoint. edu/band.

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Boxing at Brewster Ice Arena Pits a Pair of Veteran Locals Most guys, when they experience a mid-life crisis, go out and buy a hotrod convertible to appease a seemingly unquenchable thirst for youth; most guys, that is. Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León allegedly searched for a fountain of youth within the shallow pools of South Bimini in an effort to rekindle his

RAY GALLAGHER formative years. Everybody does something at one point in their life in an effort to restore that youthful sensation, but it’s a different type of fellow who jumps back into the boxing ring after seven years of semi-retirement for 10 rounds of action against another that hasn’t fought competitively for 15 years. Mahopac’s Don Swansen, who owns Putnam Granite and Alpha Combat on 100 Buckshollow Rd., hadn’t been in a competitive bout for nearly seven years until Putnam Valley’s Joe Kenna approached him with the idea that the two former sparring partners should settle up some

“unfinished business.” Kenna, the former 1990 Golden Gloves novice champion who ran Kenna’s Gym in Putnam Valley while operating his own contracting business, approached Swansen, and the two set the wheels in motion for Fight Night at the Brewster Ice Arena two Saturdays ago. Nearly 1,000 people saw the two former sparring partners go toe-to-toe for the featured 1 0 - r o u n d e r, w i t h S w a n s e n securing a decision on the cards of all three judges. Five other bouts preceded the main event. The trimmer Swansen, who came in at 195 pounds, threw the kitchen sink at Kenna, but his plan to take out the bigger 205-pound Kenna via knockout was met with equal resistance. Thus, the fight went longer than either man wanted. “I wanted a quick backyard brawl,” Swansen admitted. “Brawlers are what we are. My plan was to take him out and be the last man standing, but Joe’s a thick, tenacious sonofagun and I had to settle for the decision. He took everything I gave. I sucked him into a brawl and he tried to use his old-world tactics of pushing me around the ring, which I understand. I whaled

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Mahopac’s Don Swansen lands a left on chin of Putnam Valley/Kent’s Joe Kenna in their July 25 heavyweight bout at the Brewster Ice Arena.

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Mahopac’s Don Swansen and his Alpha Combat handlers rejoice after Swansen took a 10-round decision from Putnam Valley/Kent-based Joe Kenna in their heavyweight bout July 25 at the Brewster Ice Arena. his body and it aggravated me to know end that he wouldn’t go down.” Kenna, to his credit, never did go down. He was staggered once; “by a head butt,” he said. Still, at 43, he gave it all he had, despite coming up short. “We sparred but we never got to square off in the ring and that was always out there between us—who would win,” said Kenna, who now plans to teach his USA-sanctioned boxing at the Brewster Ice Arena. “I got sucked into the brawl. I wanted to outtechnique him and I thought I did so in the first round, but give him credit for sucking me in and making me go toeto-toe. It’s all about mutual respect, which I think we have for each other. We both appreciate the support of the raucous crowd, and we need to thank Mr. Steve Santini for opening his facility to us—my wife, Rosie, and my kids, too. We just needed to do this. I guess we know now who the better fighter was.” What I now know is that when I hit my midlife crisis, I’ll saddle up in a Mustang convertible and drive across the country before I climb over the ropes and into a ring

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where I’m bound to get my pretty little noggin nicked up. These guys, though, they’re another breed. Boxing has been in their bloodstream since adolescence, and the practice of pugilism is far more than the midlife crisis I jokingly refer to. “I’m hell-bent on making an impact in this area for kids to box,” said Swansen, who started boxing at age 12 and has been in the ring for nearly 30 years now. “It’s either going to kill me or be really good for the area. Alpha Combat is a great way for me to promote the sport. I’ll be in the ring today, tomorrow, and the next day, working with kids and teaching them all I know.” Interested parties can contact Swansen at 845-628ROCK or just stop by the facility on Buckshollow Rd. Kenna hopes to do the same at the Brewster Ice Arena in the near future. Santini was thrilled to have hosted the event and hinted at additional boxing venues down the road.

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It’s time once again to celebrate the Hudson River. The Great Champlain-Hudson Paddle (GCHP) has begun its ninth annual journey of celebration down the Hudson. This signature Q uadricen tennial legacy event entices kayaking enthusiasts from across the country and around the world to experience the Hudson Valley’s historic waterway. The 2009 GCHP features 37 seasoned paddlers that will have the unparalleled experience of traveling under their own power nearly 200 miles from Moreau, Saratoga County to New York City, enjoying the beauty and heri-

tage of the Hudson River and its riverside communities. They will be camping out in state and local parks along the way and visiting heritage and cultural sites in the communities in which they will be staying. Joining in the fun again this year is Philipstown’s Building Bridges Building Boats, a youth boating organization. A group of young boaters, ranging in age from 12 to 19, will hit the water along with their captains to accompany the GCHP paddlers. Each day of the paddle, up to as many as 40 participants will be navigating the waters of the Hudson River together,

creating an incredible sight for spectators from the shore and the river. In celebration of the Hudson-Fulton-Champlain Quadricentennial, this year’s paddle has been extended by nearly 50 miles. The HudsonFulton-Champlain Quadricentennial commemoration in New York marks the 400th anniversary of Henry Hudson and Samuel de Champlain’s voyages along the river and lake that bear their names, as well as the 200th anniversary of Robert Fulton’s successful steamboat voyage, which inaugurated steam commerce on the Hudson River.

Hudson-Fulton-Champlain Quadricentennial Executive Director Tara Sullivan said, “Our waterways are the common threads that define our regions and celebrating them is a central part of the Quadricentennial. This year we have an opportunity to showcase the important role that the Hudson River, Lake Champlain, and the canals that join them, have played in the Empire State’s 400year history. On behalf of the Hudson-Fulton-Champlain Quadricentennial, we wish all of our participants in this year’s paddle a safe and fun journey.”

Putnam Parades, Pictures, Picnics Last Friday night’s Patterson Fire Department parade and carnival was canceled, as wind and heavy rain clobbered Putnam. All “the best laid plans of mice and men” were scuttled, including the much-looked-forward-to, participation of Chief Put Put and his Indian Maidens, riding in the C o u r i e r Jeep, followed by the Putnam County News and Recorder Jeep. If I didn’t have bad luck, I would have no luck at all, so maybe it was all my fault. I had gone to extremes, going to the local dollar store to buy some additional props to enhance the appearance of the cars, including Halloween feathered Indian masks in several bright colors, also several brightly-colored shaker toys, big-eyed faces surrounded by a hundred or more plastic fingers, with an internal ball that threw out colored lights. Those gimmicks alone would have made us look like a fire truck, and suitable for any parade. Perhaps it was all

B eacon R ecreation A nnounces E xtended P ublic P ool H ours Beginning August 3, the public pool at the University Settlement Camp, located off of Route 9D in Beacon, will be opened for extended public hours during the week. The new schedule is as follows: Monday-Wednesday-Friday: 4pm to 6pm Tuesdays and Thursdays: 3pm to 6pm Saturdays and Sundays: 12pm to 4pm

just a delusion of grandeur on my part. But the C ourier ’s best may be yet to come if I can get permission from the powersthat-be in Lake Carmel’s Fire Department, to be in their upcoming parade on Friday, August 14. I hope I can bring the life and spirit of the Wappinger back to his homeland, if only for a brief, but glorious return. I think it would make my great grandmother, Etta Smalley Wixon, happy in her “Happy Hunting Ground.” Sent in way too many pictures (from the new Carmel Courier outpost), so the pictures my friends at 4-H were looking for never got printed. I took a couple of pics, one with me and Grace Trainer, age 8, (and Kevin’s, my grandson’s newest girl friend), with her 1 lb., 10 oz. pond pickerel, the heaviest fish caught in the 4-H Fishing

Derby. Another was a group picture of the happy, smiling kids that enjoyed another fishing derby, and spending the morning with all of them made this old “Woodstock Hippie” feel like a kid again. Speaking of that, the Oasis Club annual picnic at Fahnestock Park’s Pelton Pond, where rainbow trout are stocked, happened Monday. Mama made her famous potato salad and I was hoping to coax another partner to sing a duet or two with me. Mama and I went up to the Patterson Flea Market Sunday in the rain. Not too many folks set up there, but I delivered a pic, taken with me, to one of the vendors that was there, and made a quick run to a couple of vendors, under tents. I found a handcarved fish with a “Bait For Sale” sign hanging under it. No room left in this house,

but I can hang it under the eave on the pantry, where the vacated birdhouse finally fell to pieces. I received a letter from Carmel’s Historical Society. They (Mary Christenson and Jean Costello) want to come and visit my tipi. Return RSVP note said it was built in 1895, not something I remember knowing (not unusual), but I said okay, telling them to bring a camera, cause I have a lot of nostalgia here, and sent back pictures of the house, and one of Chief Put Put and Vinny Leibell (I’m sure they w i l l r e c o g n i z e Vi n n y, b u t maybe not the Chief), so they will know what they’re going to be dealing with—should be fun though! I to ld th e m to b r in g m y friend, County Historian Pat Hauser, along too—she would trip out here!

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LOST OR FOUND PET? Call Dog Control Officer, 265-4732. Call Sheriff's Dept., 225-4300 only in an emergency.

GARRISON PROFESSIONAL Commercial office rental at The Stone House. Excellent location. Rte 9 at Putnam/ Westchester border. $475/mo. Includes heat, electric, parking. Refs, Sec. Indian Brook Properties 845-788-4191

PUTNAM VALLEY Dog control office operates small impound. Please contact them if your dog is missing and might have travelled into Putnam Valley. They maintain list of lost dogs and sightings. Adoptions are also available. 526-3293

BEAUTIFUL EXECUTIVE level home w/2 mstr suites, upstairs & down. River view next to waterfall, fplce, garage, brand new kit, deck for entertaining. West Bank Hudson. $2900/mo. John 914589-3224

DOGGIE DAY CARE & RESTFULL SLEEPOVERS. I welcome your furry friend as a true guest in my home. They have total access to my home and my one acre fenced yard in the woods. Bow Wow Haus [email protected] 845-424-6017 John Funck 43 Cutler Lane, Garrison

LAKE PLACID, NEW YORK $680 - 7 nights. Available Fri, Mar 12,, 2010. Ski Lodge sleeps 8, 2 bdrms and large loft, large living room, wood burning fplc, 40" HD TV, Kitchen, 2 baths, large Jacuzzi tub, sauna, two decks. Free WiFi access in lodge 845-2644525

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SERVICES PHILIPSTOWN TREE SERVICE: Land clearing, take downs, trimmings. Stump Removal. Fully insured. Reg. No. PC 607. 845- 265-2187. NR MASONRY LLC: New homes, additions, all types stonework - patios, entrance pillars, fireplaces, walls, curbing, Unilock. Brickwork, stucco, repairs. PC Lic #373, cell 914-527-1287 or H 845424-3795 BEST DEAL IN TOWN - Get a Classified Ad in the Putnam County News for as little as $6.25. Our classifieds get results! 265-2468. TREE SERVICE: Pruning, cabling, removal, stump grinding, shearing. Consultation. Certified Arborist. Fully insured. Call Henry L. Kingsley, 265-3721. PC#1566. MASSAGE: Feel Good Again! Georgia Christy, Licensed Massage Therapist. 424-4224. YOUR DISPLAY ADS can go on the PCN&R web site for an additional $10. Call Margaret @ 265-2468 for more info. SWEDISH MASSAGE: Back pain, neck pain, stress? Sleep better, heal better, think better, feel better. Dan Anderson LMT 527-7533 YOUR BEAUTIFUL HOME by Toland Construction. Renovation, restoration, remodeling and new construction. All size jobs. PC#1244 and insured. 845-265-2253 HONOR THY PLUMBER Villanova Plumbing & Heating. Masters of the fine art of plumbing and heating for over 25 years. Repairs, new installations including radiant & HW heat. No job too small. Call 845-528-3158 anytime. GARRISON TREE, INC. Tree takedowns, pruning, landclearing, cabling, chipping, firewood. Landscape design, planting, plant health care, stump grinding, mulch. Consultations available. Joshua R. Maddocks, certified aborist cert. # NY 5332A. Fully Insured. Reg. No. PC2213-A Please Call: 845-2653434 CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOW Cleaning Service. Specializing on all shapes and sizes, store, office, & home. Free Estimates, fully insured."Got Windows"? Year round service. Call 845431-6967.

KC PAINTING - Interior & Exterior painting - sheet-rocking - taping - plaster repair. References, insured. PC #260. 265-3291. WEST SIDE CYCLE for all your motor cycle needs located at 120 Old Rte 9, Fishkill. 845-897-2444 TRANSPORTATION AW Limousine. Affordable rides in luxurious Towncars to all airports & NYC. Professional courteous drivers. 1-866304-LIMO (5466) METICULOUS HOUSE Cleaning. Affordable rates, reliable, excellent refs. Insured. Call 845-590-7146 HOMETOWN HANDYMAN painting, dry wall, all your maintenance, repair & improvement needs. No job too small. Courteous dependable, affordable service. Refs available. PC lic #2807-A. Call George 845-265-4710 LOCAL LOCKSMITH Services. Licensed Bonded Insured 24 Hr. emergency service. Security since 1970 locks, safes, camera systems and more. Call 845-528-5021. www.allalertalarm.com NAIRN CONTRACTING CO., LLC. Remodeling - Building Renovations - References - Insured - PC#441 Est 1987 845265-7810 MELLON ELECTRIC Residential - Commercial. New homes & additions. Service upgrades & generators. No job too small. PC#4409 845-4462579 Bob PC COMPUTER HELP NOW! Windows slow? computer crash? We can help! virus removal, performance tuning, upgrades, Wi-Fi, backups, lost pictures, lost music, iPod/ iPhone/Blackberry sync. Call us for all your computer needs, we service individuals and businesses. MS Cert. MAC to. In biz for 20+ years. 1-845-2842390 KIMMEL BUILDERS ALL phases of construction. Large and small projects. many satisfied customers. view our website, kimmelbuilders.com 845-656-4956 lic PC941 EXPERT GROUNDS MAINT Gardening, planting, landscape designs plus installation, stone walls, paver, walkways, patios. New lawns installed/ maintained. Lic/Insured. www.create-a-scape.us 845424-2323

ADULT CAREGIVER available. Exp, drive to all appts. Dispense meds. Companion. Call Ray 845-265-3769

TAG SALE

HOUSEKEEPING AVAILABLE by European woman, ten years experience long term local refs: Contact Zuzana at cell 914-469-1594.

MULTI-FAMILY TAG SALE this Sat, 8/8, from 9-5, 33 Fair St. in Village. Everything goes: furniture, housewares, costume jewelry, clothing. Lots of cool collectibles from the 50s, 60s.

PC COMPUTER TROUBLE Repair/Instruction/Upgrade needed? We can help, reasonable rates 845-265-3089

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CARPENTER/CRAFTSMAN Repairs, and Fine Woodwork. Classic & Creative Solutions. Lic. cabinetmaker & builder. Experienced/Ins. PC#2568-A Call Hank 845-548-4994 ALL EXCAVATION. Expert & affordable service, septics, new/repaired, drainage work, all site work, land clearing, demolition, foundations/ pools dug, driveways etc. 26 years local experience insrd/ PC#3332 Jeff 845-635-1717 or 914-330-1747, The Best for Less!! PAINTING AND PLASTER Repair, Interior, 22 yrs exp. George Kimmel 845-831-8723 HOUSECLEANING AVAIL European woman will clean your house, do laundry. References. own car. Call 845-2656035 PERFECTION PAINTING "Simply the Best!" Home Improvements, Pressure Washing. Free estimates. Cold Spring 845-519-4746 HOUSEKEEPING AVAIL by European woman, ten years experience long term local refs: Contact Zuzana at cell 914-4691594 TUTOR Summer academic review, including: Writing, Math, SAT prep. and Spanish. All ages Seventeen years teaching in Cold Spring. Frank Ortega 845-265-4236 FINE ART PRINTMAKERS Hi Res scans of originals up to 6 X 8 ft. Color and B&W archival inks, papers, and canvas. Any length X 64" wide State of the art digital since 1997 845-809-5174 www.thehighlandstudio.com

EVENTS HORSEMEN TRAIL FARM Potluck! Solarfest 2009 & zoning changes recap Aug 6 Roast Goat ready 7pm Thurs. Info 845-265-2665 [email protected]

BIJOU GALLERIES LTD Check out our display of china, glassware, jewelry, and books! 50 Main Street Cold Spring Daily 11-5 Bijougalleries.com TENNIS TENNIS TENNIS!! NTRP 5.0 singles player with clay court in Cold Spring. some week days & all weekends, late June to early Sept. Bill at 917-680-1465 or 845-265-2175 SHEAFORSUPERVISOR.COM

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE NEEDS Limited Editions Realty 21 Main Street, Cold Spring. Call 845-265-3111 or go to limitededitionsrealty.com

CHILDCARE PART TIME CHILDCARE needed starting in Sept. Call Jill 845-265-2538 MOTHER'S HELPER AVAIL for last 2 weeks of August: 17 year old with camp counselor and babysitting experience. Call Montana 845-424-4320

RENTALS COLD SPRING MAIN ST store for rent 1000 sq ft. Great location 1 block RR $1600/mo. Incl heat 845-528-1975

HORSEMEN TRAIL FARM All offers considered. 1820's timber P/B Farmhouse 1880's carriage barn, sheds, pasture w/ 1/2 mile rock walls. 20 ac. RTE 9 Loc. 845-265-2665. [email protected]

COMMERCIAL SPACE avail at 3021 Rte 9, Cold Spring. Warehouse 1,600 sq. ft. with office 300 sq ft. $2,000 a month. Great for any type of contractor. Utilities not incld. Pls call 845-265-3434

COLD SPRING VILLAGE Home: 3BR, 1+1/2 BTH, FPL, Hd Wd Flrs, Garden, Off St. pkng, + detached 2 story garage w/500 Sq Ft. office/artist studio. Great location, walk to train and shopping. $385,000. by appt only 845-265-2944

OFFICE SPACE 11' x 13' convenient location, close to all, Garrison. $525.00 incl all utilities except phone. Call 914-720-4835 ask for Ann

GOT EXTRA LAND?? We're looking for a small piece of land to put up a small house in Garrison off/near 9D. Will Pay Cash. [email protected] thank you ! COLD SPRING VILLAGE Forge Gate 2flr townhouse, 2BR, 1.5 BA, 3 balconies. Faces West Point Foundry Preserve. Very close to train. For sale by owner $258,000. Call Laura 516-435-3048

WANTED HUD VALLEY AUCTIONEERS Antique and Estate buyers commission sales, auctions held monthly, 432 Main St. Beacon 845-838-3049, Neil Vaughn. For info visit www. hudsonvalleyauctioneers.com 2008 COLLEGE GRAD working in Stamford, CT needs used car, good cond./price to come home on weekends. Mike 845-265-3482. Early calls OK, not after 8pm, please.

BERKSHIRES MASS $490 - 7 nights. Available Sat, Aug 29, 2009. One bdrm unit, sleeps four, includes living room, kitchen, bathroom, balcony, two TVs, fplce. Hot tub, Indoor & outdoor pools on site 845-264-4525 OFFICE SPACE 37 MAIN ST Rent incl heat, elec, CAC, parking. Next to train. Pls Call 845265-6301 GARRISON'S LANDING 2 offices, can be combined. 1 room 290 sq ft w/private bath $790. 1 room 230 sq ft w/river views $625. Heat + parking included. Walk to train. 845424-3937 GARRISON/CORTLANDT Manor. Unfurnished apt. Private estate, 2 bdrms, dng rm, central A/C. Wall to wall carpet, fplce, built-ins. All utils incld. Premium cable. No pets. $2200/mo 914-263-4695 SPACIOUS FIRST FLOOR apt, 1BD w/office, butler's pantry, pocket doors. Walk to train. $1450 + utils. Contact JonCar realty 845-831-3331

COLD SPRING 2BDRM APT 1 bath, EIK, lvng rm, lrg yard, walk to train/shops. W/D , pkng & water incld. $1450/mo. Newly painted. One mo sec, 845-661-6632

TOTALLY RENOVATED 1BD w/office, washer/dryer, new kitchen w/dishwasher, LR, DR, Sun porch, 1 car garage. Close to train. $1,400 + utilities. Studios also available $750-$850. contact JonCar Realty 845-831-3331

GARRISON 3BDRM 2BATH house renovated 1860 farm house, beamed ceilings, skylites, sub zero. Unique inholding in Fahnestock State Park amid 3500 acres of forest, lakes, water falls, meadows. Garrison school, lawn care, lake & beach permits incld. $2400/mo 845-265-2519

PUTNAM VALLEY RENT w/option to buy. $1500/mo. completely renovated 2 BR country cottage on 1/2 A. New HW floors, kitch, bath, heat, lake rtes. Energy efficient. Refs. & 1mo security. 914621-1560

COLD SPRING VILLAGE large 2 bdrm w/closets located at 211 Main Street, offers 1 bath, EIK, living room, laundry, heat/hot water, off Street parking included. Pets allowed, ask for Mitch on Mobile 914263-4689 or office 212-4476206. You can also contact Pat at Limited Editions 845-2653111, listed on MLS. rent is $1500/mo. COLD SPRING/BEACON 9D Mins, DIA, I84, RR, 70 NYC, Hudson Views, Boats, 3bdrm, den, 2 bth, $1600 914-5847137 or 914-960-0069

ONE BEDROOM SPACIOUS apt. Parking/Heat washer/dryer. Walk to train. Hardwood flrs. $1400/mo 914-475-9241 LAKE VALHALLA PRIVATE contemporary lake front home. 3 bdrms + office 2 1/2 bths, 3300 sq ft. Gabled roof, cedar shakes, panoramic view. Private beach, rowboat/canoe/ tennis court. $2800/mo. call cell 914-260-2970 or 845-265-2300 COLD SPRING 1BR 1BA cottage for rent in heart of village. Private setting, W/D, offstreet pkg. $1300/mo + utils. Refs, secs, call Alberto 917709-0358 COLD SPRING VILLAGE 2 bdrm 1 bath, lr/dr, EIK, W/D, ample storage, walk to everything, most pets OK, avail immediately, $1550 845-4065784 2 BDRM APT COLD SPRING walk to everything, walk in closets, hrdwd flrs, off st. pkng, heat. Laundry on premises. $1300/mo. 845-265-3030

FOR SALE ADIRONDACK CHAIRS New $95 each, antique cupboards, farm tables, dressers, more. Tompkins Corners. Peekskill Hollow Road, Putnam Valley 11-6 Sundays or by appt. 845-225-6068 1998 SUBARU IMPREZA Outback Sport. Runs perfectly. AWD. Manual shift. 147,000 mi. Non-structural body rust behind rear wheels. Needs AC compressor. $2300. David 845265-3864 FABLED DAYTONWRIGHT electrostatic stereo loudspeakeers from Garrison home. See www.daytonwright.com for explanation. Beautiful condition including teak stands, power supply, owners manual and original boxes. $750. Also, 1965 Mercedes Benz 300SE coupe. solid, needs restoration. enquiries by email [email protected]

ANTIQUE COPPER BED Warmer England ca 1830-1850 w/carved wooden handle. wonderful condition w/great patina. Asking $140. 917-488-5232

PATTERSON FLEA MARKET Rte 22, Patterson, NY. Every Sunday, 8-4. New and Old items. Dealer Space available$35, 845-265-4414 or www.PattersonFleaMarket.com

LOST & FOUND LOST LONG HAIRED CAT Black/white (Tuxedo) 2 yrs old male, name Mr. Tibbs. Last seen Cloud Bank Road and Old Manitou Road Garrison. Has tags and microchip, very friendly. Reward. call 845-4244021 or 4404. Or call 239-8771938 FOUND GRAY CAT Rte 9 and Philipse Brook Rd area, Garrison. Neutered male gray with light brown spots. No collar, very skinny. 917941-1954

HV Hospital’s Employees Lauded for Excellence Last year, 16 percent of Hudson Valley Hospital Center’s (HVHC) employees never took a sick day— impressive considering that nationwide, health care workers are experiencing increasing numbers of occupational injuries and illnesses, according to the National Centers Disease Control. What makes this figure even more extraordinary, is that 99 percent of HVHC’s staff likes to come to work, according to a Press Ganey tri-state survey. “These figures show that our employees are extremely satisfied with their jobs,” says Jeane Costella, Vice President of Human Resources at HVHC.

“And with that satisfaction comes a sense of commitment and loyalty.” Recently, the hospital honored its employees at the 29th Employee Recognition Awards dinner at the Villa Barone in Mahopac. Of the 1,000 people employed at Hudson Valley Hospital Center, 161 employees had perfect attendance. In addition, 133 employees were honored for their years of service to Hudson Valley Hospital Center, including 64 employees with five years; 32 with 10 years; 17 with 15 years; and 11 with 20 years. For more information about Hudson Valley Hospital Center, visit www.hvhc.org.