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Philipstown & Putnam Valley

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Community Day a Great Success

Immense throng of visitors in the village; fine pyrotechnic displays witnessed by thousands by Annie Chesnut and Anna Ledwith It was perfect in every way. Mother Nature bestowed the gift of magnificent weather conditions, and the people of Philipstown did the rest, making Cold Spring Community Day on Saturday, July 4, truly a marvel to behold. From beginning to end, the festivities were an unparalleled success, made even more special because they coincided with the Quadricentennial celebration of Henry Hudson’s voyage up the mighty “River of Mountains.” “I have lived here all my life and I have never seen this many people here for any event,” said a red-white-andblue-clad woman at the Cold Spring Fourth of July Community Day Celebration on Saturday. “It’s a wonderful thing to see!” Main Street was a river of people, while sloops and boats stopped at the pier near the bandstand for the first time in recent memory. Accounts from the Cold Spring Recorder of the grand tricentennial celebrations in 1909 could have described the scene witnessed last Saturday: “Never a day when sun and sky and the rich coloring of the

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Vast crowds congregate along the parade route, which began at Chestnut Street and ended at the bandstand. Throughout the day between 5,000 to 7,000 people enjoyed the festivities.

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The River Rose, which berths in Newburgh, and the tugboat Cornell, which hails from Kingston, dock at Cold Spring and welcome passengers and sightseers.

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Crowds gather around the bandstand after the parade for a bicycle decorating contest, live entertainment, magic show, games of chance, inflatable amusements, a Shakespeare performance and more. See more pictures on page 14.

River Festival Draws 3,000 to Mayor’s Park As Haldane Reorganizes Rec Commission Seeks Merandy is Re-elected More Reaching Out by Michael Mell

among the various booths and at the impromptu food court. Dining fare included burgers and fries, soft drinks, Italian ices, and waffles a la mode. The gates opened at 9am to a steady stream of visitors that eventually reached 3,000 and continued until the festival’s end at 5pm. A shuttle bus ran continuously between Mayor’s Park, Main Street, and the Metro-North station. On display were antique and restored furniture,

The first of what organizers hope will become an annual River Festival came to Cold Spring on July 5, 2009. Sponsored by the Cold Spring Antiques Dealer Association, the festival expanded upon their annual June Antiques Fair to include arts and crafts as well as antiques. Storm King Mountain and the Hudson River provided a scenic backdrop as vendors, buyers, and browsers mixed

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h o u s e h o l d i t e m s , p o t t e r y, j e w e l r y, g l a s s a n d c h i n a , porcelain, collectibles, rugs, custom signs, stamps, tea cards, and clothing. A full suit of armor caught this reporter’s eye as it did many of the children’s. Those more interested in arts and crafts could occupy themselves with painting, sand art, and homemade marionettes. Antiques Dealer Association president David Cooke was very pleased and described the Festival as “a

Holiday Ends on Mellow Note with Sunset Music by Michael Turton

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Jimmy Ely, owner of Riverview

‘People Gave Us a Chance,” Says Riverview’s Jim Ely Part of a series on local eateries by Annie Chesnut Local businessman and restaurateur James “Jimmy” Ely is a Queens native who, as a boy, migrated with his family to Cold Spring and graduated from Haldane High School. His place of business, the Riverview Restaurant, is known as one of Cold Spring’s best. Jimmy and his wife Lori, along with a staff of about 25 people, prepare and serve

Continental/American cuisine, with influences from all over the world. In season, they grow many of their own herbs and vegetables. Asked how his restaurant became one of the best in Cold Spring, Ely replied, “The people here gave us a chance.” We offer consistent quality and some of the best recipes around. We also pay attention to feedback from customers.” Ely reported that there has been little to no drop-off in business because of the weak (See Riverview on Page 8)

huge success.” He went on to say that, “the combination of Community Day, the Quadricentennial, and a bright sunny day all contributed” to a very successful event. One of the goals of the River F e s t i v a l , M r. C o o k e s a i d , was to “help to promote Cold Spring businesses.” Cooke clearly has the interests of the village at heart. “As the e c o n o m y g e t s b e t t e r, ” h e said, “events like this help all local businesses.”

As Wendy Martin eased into those soothing, familiar and laid-back lyrics, “Summertime…and the livin’ is easy,” it marked the beginning of the Summer Sunset Music Series and the concluding event in what was an idyllic fourth of July weekend in Cold Spring. After a non-stop, two-day agenda jam-packed with parades, fireworks, rock music, craft fairs, huge crowds, and long line-ups at area restaurants, organizers could not have planned Sunday’s musical kickoff any better. The two acts, The Wendy Martin Quartet, and the Gwen Laster Band, featured music that commanded the audience’s attention—but also allowed listeners a well-earned opportunity just to relax. Held at Cold Spring’s waterfront bandstand, this is the eighth annual summer music series. Concerts are sponsored by the Cold Spring Area Chamber of Commerce, with additional weekly financial support provided by individual area businesses. “The series is intended to generate foot traffic for merchants,” commented Chamber of Commerce president Nat

Prentice. “It’s also good to do something for the community – but our primary objective is to help business,” he concluded. A quick and very unscientific poll of audience members seemed to indicate that the series is meeting both objectives. While many in the crowd were “locals,” as many or more were from out of town. “We came for the crafts but when we heard about the music we decided to make a whole day of it,” offered Maria from Brewster. Christopher and Miho hailed from Brooklyn. “We just happened to be here and stayed for the music,” Christopher said. Paulette, Robert, and Isabelle made the trip from Cresskill, New Jersey and couldn’t have been any happier. “The music is great—and it’s the best view of the river,” Paulette said. What Kevin from Carmel had to say will be music to the ears of Chamber members. “We’ve come to the music series every year for six years. It’s the best gig in the county,” he said. “We bring two or three other couples with us and we always stop at a restaurant or bar afterwards. We like to (See Sunset on Page 8)

by Michael Turton In our personal lives reorganization takes the form of that annual ritual in which we clean out and tidy up all the closets in order to have a household that functions smoothly in the months ahead. For the Haldane Central School District, that ritual is called the Annual Reorganization Meeting, and this year’s version took place on July 1, 2009. A myriad of annual appointments, contracts, pay rates, and policies were approved by trustees as the District eased into its 2009-2010 budget year.

Dave Merandy was reelected president and trustee Michael Junjulas was elected vice president. Junjulas replaces Bruce Campbell, who ended his tenure as trustee after being elected to the Village of Cold Spring board in May of this year. Junjulas said that he is looking forward to the board’s annual retreat, which will be held on August 8, 2009. Trustees and senior administration use the annual session to reassess major issues facing the District and to determine priorities for the upcoming year. For new members it is an opportunity to learn as (See Haldane on Page 8)

Village Addresses Water Discoloration Problems From the Cold Spring Water Department: The Village Water Department is currently investigating the cause(s) of discoloration in various parts of the distrubution system. There are several conditions, which may be contributing factors: Changes in raw water characteristics due to excessive rains, sediment buildup in the water storage tanks, performance problems with the corrosion-inhibitor in the distribution system. We are in the process of arranging a tank inspection with the manufacturer’s representative. This will allow assessment of the 12 year old structures, as well as require the tanks to be drained and cleaned of any sediment/build up. This will be accomplished by mid- July. Samples are being analyzed in-house and via certified laboratory to assess the characteristics of the raw water, specifically as it relates to the needs of the filtration system and various processing chemi-

cals. Other analysis on samples taken in the distribution system, relate to the corrosion inhibitor zinc-orthophosphate and the residual levels desired for maximum performance. The process may take several weeks to determine the best course of action and possibly a couple more to clear the problem. We share your concern and appreciate your patience during this period. The Water Department can be reached at 265-7986 or [email protected].

Culture

by Michael Mell

should be a written agreement” establishing boundaries. If Prior to beginning its July 2, they wished to change things, 2009, agenda, the Cold Spring asked Steve Etta, “Why didn’t Recreation Commission heard the Boat Club approach us?” from Mayor Seth Gallagher, The mayor responded that he who spoke about several ongo- had not received any coming issues, all of them falling plaints. “Please talk to me,” he under one heading. “I want requested of the commission. to make a greater effort,” the Mayor Gallagher expressed mayor said, “to enable com- his opinion that the commission munication” between the com- “should be involved with the mission, the village board, and Special Board in developing other groups. the compreCommission hensive plan. The commismember Greg Phillips and sion seemed Phillips told t h e m a y o r Gallagher agreed willing, but Mr. Etta told that “it’s very that no flag the mayor that frustrating . . they “haven’t . that events should replace been in [and projects] touch.” Galaren’t being the American lagher said passed through one atop the he would the recreation speak with commission,” bandstand the Special for review Board’s new and comment. co-chairs. Among these The last issue appears to are extension of the Boat Club dock, the work of the special have been festering since board, and the music series last summer when, during the sponsored by the chamber of chamber of commerce music series, Gandalf Murphy and the commerce. George Baltich told the Slambovian Circus of Dreams mayor that the Boat Club dock set up in front of (rather than “has been creeping north.” on) the bandstand and flew Greg Phillips added that es- a banner from the flag pole. tablishing a northern limit Mayor Gallagher relayed their was originally proposed “to request to perform in the same preserve the river view for location this year. The answer persons using the park.” “We from the commission was an had a procedure,” albeit un- emphatic no. Greg Phillips written, but perhaps “there ( S e e R e c o n P a g e 9 )

What’s Inside

Witt on Weather A Very Rainy June page 2 42nd Infantry Band Comes to Boscobel page 5

Opinion

Sports

Celebrating the Fourth at Mekeel’s Corners

Philipstown All-Stars Defeat Fishkill

Letters to the Editor

Highlander Lacrosse Defeats Mahopac

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Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Witt Offers Wisdom on the Weird Weather The PCN&R’s Annie Chesnut recently spoke with local weather expert Jim Witt. PCN&R: Is it just our imagination, or have June (and now July) been unusually rainy months?

The waters near Cupcake Island were busy with boat accidents over the weekend. One fiberglass vessel carrying passengers hit rocks as the tide went out Saturday afternoon. Luckily no one was hurt. Commodore Steve Merando, Tom McKiernan, and Roger Chirico of the Cold Spring Boat Club watched the action from the docks, as even the Clearwater got stuck in the mud!

Jim Witt: Yes, June and July have been extremely rainy months. In June we had rain on 20 of the 30 days, totaling 10.33 inches. The greatest amount of rain occurred on June 9, when we had 2.28 inches. July has also started out on the wet side; it rained both on July 1 and 2, totaling an additional 2.19 inches. PCN&R: Is there any particular phenomenon to which we can attribute all ofthis rain?

Our friends at the Putnam County Visitors Bureau remind that Sunday, July 12 is the Triathlon/Duathlon in Veteran’s Memorial Park in Kent. Call 845-247-0271 for info. Happy Birthday: Robbyn Spinelli, and Diane White, John Duggan, Rushil Mehta, Ryan Carson, Bev Stein, Tibby Schaeffer, Huub Kops, Keith Connelly, Michael Powell, Mark Caterini, Mary Lomino, James Rubino, Vasant Doshi, Brandy Van Tassel and Kathi Savastano.

Witt: It all has to do with the winds in the upper atmosphere (up at a level of about 18,000 ft. Some people refer to it as the jet stream. Patterns in the upper air can get “locked in,” meaning there is no change in their direction. If you are stuck in a good weather pattern, it can last quite a while (months). If we are stuck

in a rainy pattern...well we know what that is like now. It is normal. We can also get stuck in a dry pattern....and that is what makes averages. PCN&R:Your Hudson Valley Long Range Weather Calendar has been remarkably accurate over the years. What is the outlook for the rest of July and the month of August? Witt: Thank you for those kind words. It appears to me that July is going to be very clos e to average as far as temperatures are concerned. As for precipitation, it is very difficult to pinpoint if it will be average or not. For example, the first two days of July, Cold Spring has received 2.19” of rain. During the same period, New York City received only .15”. In the summertime, it all depends exactly where the thunderstorm or heavy shower hits. One town gets flooded, the next town receives no rain at all. However, from the looks of the long-range calendar, it appears most locations will receive at least normal rainfall during July, it not above normal.

As for August, temperatures appear normal, precipitation-same story as July, but again, not a drought situation. PCN&R: We all remember you from your weather reports on the radio. We also know you were a teacher at Lakeland HS for many years. What keeps you busy these days? Jim Witt: As you know, I produce the Hope for Youth Foundation Long-Range Weather Calendar. Raising money for the Hope for Youth Foundation is a very, very time consuming task. As you probably know, this year’s calendar (2010) will be our 25th anniversary calendar. During these years, we have raised and distributed nearly 2 million dollars to children in the local area that have been dealt a lousy hand in life. In addition, I am on the Hudson Valley Hospital Center Foundation Board. We are raising money for the major additions being added to the hospital. Finally, Gabe & Margaret Levenson, Neal Townsend, and I are putting together a new website.

Weatherman Jim Witt selling his weather calendars at the Cold Spring Fire House in December. It is theweatherwiz.com. This is a free site and gives d a y - b y - d a y, l o n g - r a n g e weather forecasts going out two years, not only for the local area, but for the entire world. This also takes up a great deal of time. In the next few months, we will be adding a practical weather forecasting site to the Weather Wiz for both the public and the schools around the United States to use. I think this is going to be a blast.

Letters to the Editor are on page 6.

Meetings This Week THURSDAY 7/9

7:00 PM - NHF District Monthly Meeting 7:00 PM - Cold Spring Comprehensive Plan Special Board 7:00 PM - PV School Board Summer Meeting 8:00 PM - Philipstown Town Board Monthly Mtg

FRIDAY 7/10 No Meetings Scheduled COLD SPG RECYCLING RESUMES PV TOWN HALL CLOSED

MONDAY 7/13 7:30 PM - Philipstown ZBA 6:00 PM - PV Planning Board Meeting 8:00 PM - Lake Peekskill Civic Association Meeting

TUESDAY 7/14 7:30 PM - Cold Spring Board Monthly Meeting

WEDNESDAY 7/15 6:00 PM - PV Town Board immediately following the public hearing on a proposed wood boiler law, to consider the formation of a Timberline Estates Drainage District. 7:30 PM - Philipstown Board weekly workshop 8:00 PM - Cold Spring Historic Review Brd

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Birth Announcements

Obituaries

Olivia Anne Pepper

Mary Jane Fonda

Baby girl Olivia Anne Pepper was born June 26, 2009, weighing 5 lbs. 7 oz., to parents Brittany and Jeffrey Pepper of Kent Lakes, to maternal grandparents Karen ST. MARY’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH IN THE HIGHLANDS 1 Chestnut Street, Cold Spring Fr. Shane ScottHamblen, Rector, 2652539 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 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. Rec o 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, 265-3718 Sunday Mass: 10:15am CHUANG YEN MONASTERY 2020 Rte 301, Carmel 845-228-4283/4288 www.baus.org [email protected] Sunday programs: 9-10am - Chanting and Meditation 10-11am - Dharma Talk 11 a m - 1 2 p m - N o o n B o o k Discussion Group Vegetarian lunch, Saturdays & Sundays, 12-1pm

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 - Sun., 10:15am. Holy Days: 8:15am & 7:30pm ST. PHILIP’S CHURCH IN THE HIGHLANDS 1101 Route 9D, Garrison stphilips.highlands.com Rev. Francis H. Geer, Rec. 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 528-8858, [email protected] Sunday Worship - Service: 9am, Coffee hour: 10:15am, Family Communion Service including Sunday School: 10:30am Thu. - Prayer Service, 8pm TEMPLE ISRAEL 140 Lake Drive Lake Peekskill Rabbi Jeff Cymet 845-528-2305 Shabbat Services: Fridays 8pm; Saturdays 9:15am.

Weekly Family Movies Under the Stars at Ryan Park The Kent Recreation and Parks Department will sponsor a family entertainment event on Wednesdays in July. Children’s entertainment will start at 7pm at center stage, where a feature length movie will be shown under the starts, beginning at dusk, starting July 8.

For further information on a schedule of entertainments and movies shown, call the leisure line weekdays, 8:30am to 4:30pm, or see the bulletin board at Ryan Town Park. The information flyer is also posted on the Town of Kent Recreation website, www.townofkentny.gov

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

email: FPCP@verizon. net Worship Service: 10am Chancel Choir Rehearsal: Wednesdays 7pm Office Hours: Monday and Wednesday 9-11:30, Tues. and Thurs. 9-2 Food Pantry: Saturdays 9-10am UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES OF COLD SPRING & SOUTH HIGHLAND (Garrison) (265-3365) South Highland UMC, 19 Snake Hill Rd. Garrison Cold Spring UMC, 216 Main Street Pastor Timothy Henderson South Highland in Garrison worship service at 9:30am. C o l d S p r i n g w o r s h i p s e rv i c e a t 11 a m . S a t . S e p t . 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 265-2022 Sunday Services, 10:30am Wednesdays: Prayer- Fellowship time, 7pm 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

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. Sat. July 11 - Shabbat Morning Services: discussion/9:30am, services/10:30am, leader tba 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) 528-7280 Rev. Gordon Bienvenue (914) 736-6480 www.tompkinschurchny.org 1st Sunday of the month worship: 2pm BEACON HEBREW ALLIANCE Conservative Synagogue 331 Verplanck Ave., Beacon Rabbi Josh Wohl Cantor Ellen Gersh 845-831-2012 www.beaconhebrewalliance.org

Fri. night Shabbat services 7:30pm Sat. morning Shabbat services, 9:30am

Host a Summer Blood Drive Besides enjoying the sand and surf this summer, the New York Blood Center is asking residents to please help our local patients and hospitals by hosting a summer blood drive. They’re asking for help in alleviating any potential shortages in the blood supply during a very critical time of the year. Even if you have never planned a blood drive before, don’t worry. It’s easy and fun to do. Pick a favorite location (church, temple, office, school etc.) and invite your friends, family and coworkers to stop by to donate. They’ll do the rest. It’s as simple as that. To schedule a blood drive please contact Andrea Cefarelli (914) 784-4639 or Acefarelli@nybloodcenter. org. Ask about community service scholarships for students who organize blood drives. If you cannot donate but still wish to participate in bringing life-saving products to those in need, please consider volunteering at your local blood drive. For general

inquiries, or for additional information about volunteering, please call 1-800-933-2566.

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

and Mark Butterfield of Kent Lakes, and to paternal grandparents Barbara and Jeffrey Pepper of North Carolina and California.

Documentaries on Faith to Screen at Graymoor The Franciscan Friars of the Atonement are presenting eight documentaries focusing on issues of faith Tuesday evenings during July and August at 7:30pm. Following each viewing, informal discussion will follow. The sessions, which will take place at the Graymoor Spiritual Life Center, are free. July 7, CHRISTIAN UNITY The CBS religious special marking the 100th anniversary of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity which originated at Graymoor in 1908. July 14, HIV PRIEST NEWS AT ELEVEN The “Nothing Sacred” episode that never made it on the air. July 21, FROM JESUS TO CHRIST T h e F ro n t l i n e p r o g r a m that explores the life of Jesus and the movement he started, challenging familiar assumptions and conventional notions about the origins of Christianity. July 28, ASSISI PILGRIMAGE Why does the whole world come to Assisi, the birthplace of Saints Francis and Clare? What draws pilgrims and tourists, church and government leaders, Christians, Jews, Muslims, Buddhists,

and those without any creed to this ancient city? August 4, CREATIVITY: TOUCHING THE DIVINE Artists and non-artists who have experienced the joyful tandem of spirituality and creativity share the possibility for creativity regardless of circumstances or abilities. August 11, ON THE LINE What happens when a group of activists, priests, celebrities and students risk arrest to protest U.S. foreign policy in Latin America? August 18, DIVINING THE HUMAN John Nava’s massive tapestries that grace the interior of the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles integrate 21st century technology with centuries-old tradition. August 25, CHAMPIONS OF FAITH Baseball’s biggest stars reveal how their faith guides and sustains their spectacular major league careers. The Graymoor Spiritual Life Center is located in Garrison, on Route 9, five miles north of Peekskill and thirteen miles south of I-84. For more information call 424-3671, ext. 2111 or e-mail [email protected].

Putnam Highlands Audubon Blazes a New Trail The Putnam Highlands Audubon Society has announced that after establishing a trail on the Watergrass Sanctuary, recently accepted under the protection of the Hudson Highlands Land Trust as a conservation easement, the trail will be opened to the public Saturday, July 25, inaugurated by a bird-watch with Lew Kingsley. These sanctuary lands were originally donated by the deRham family in 1980 to the National Audubon Society which subsequently trans ferred ownership to the PHAS. Transfer to the HHLT & OSI

(Open Space Institute) facilitated the mission to keep the property from development and maintain a habitat for birds and wildlife. Lew Kingsley, a well regarded tree and bird authority, will be leading what promises to be an exciting walk. Those interested in the tour, should meet Lew Kingsley at 8am at the Watergrass/deRham sign on the east side of Route 9. The parking area is on the west side. Should the parking area be full, Pierre deRham will allow cars pooling four or more individuals. The car pools should continue north to the stone entrance of the deRham estate on the east side of Route 9. Watergrass is approximately 3 miles south of Route 301 and about 1 mile north of the Snake Hill Road intersection.

Mary Jane Fonda, age 74, of Cold Spring, died on Tuesday, June 30, 2009, at her home. Born August 10, 1934 in Oceanside, NY, she was the daughter of the late Robert Edward and Mary Jane (Collins) Troy. Mrs. Fonda was a homemaker and devoted mother, who worked in later years as a secretary at St. Basil Academy and as a clerk at Graymoor Book and Gift Center in Garrison. She is survived by her husband, Clayton C. Fonda, of the home address; one son, Stephen R. Fonda III of Red Oaks Mill, NY; two daughters, Denise Marie and Arthur Howard of Chesterfield, SC,

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and Darlene and Lawrence Plimley of Beacon, NY. Three brothers, Robert Troy of CA, William Troy of New Hyde Park, NY, and John Troy of Centereach, NY; two sisters, Sarah Dolce of Lake Worth, Fl and Geraldine Pope of Tavernier, FL; eleven grandchildren and ten great grandchildren also survive her. One brother, James Troy, predeceased her. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday, July 6 at Our Lady of Loretto Church, 24 Fair St. Cold Spring, followed by interment in Cold S p r i n g C e m e t e r y. F r i e n d s called at the Clinton Funeral Home, Cold Spring, on Sunday, July 5.

Melinda Merante Micucci Melinda (Molly) Merante Micucci, formerly of Fishkill and Cold Spring, died on June 10, 2009, in Civitaquana, Pescara, Italy, after a long illness. Born in Cold Spring on September 25, 1919, she was one of twelve children of Antonio and Josephine (Talarico) Merante, who both pre-deceased her. She was the last of the twelve children: Antoinette, Philip, (both died in infancy) Concetta Mazzuca, Joseph, Willam, John, Anna Gamello, Sylvester, Lucy Yano, Nora Davis, and Thomas. Her death was confirmed by her husband Tonino from their home in

Italy, to which they moved three years ago. She is survived by many nephews and nieces in the Cold Spring and Fishkill areas as well as upstate New York and Pennsylvania. She graduated from the original Haldane Central School, and was employed at IBM both in Poughkeepsie and East Fishkill for many years. She was a parishoner of Our Lady of Loretto church in Cold Spring, and St. Mary’s church in Fishkill. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2009 at Our Lady of Loretto at 10am.

Trading up? Cleaning Out? Try Donating to the 4-H Fair

Cornell Cooperative Extension is seeking donations for their annual Country-Living Auction. This event, open to the public, will take place at 4pm, Saturday July 25, during the 38th Annual 4-H Fair, at the Putnam County Veterans Memorial Park, 201 Gipsy Trail Road, Carmel. To make this auction successful, they are looking for new and nearly-new lawn, garden, patio, leisure living, and sporting goods as well as event tickets and professional services. As the Fair approaches a list of items will be available for review www.cce.cornell.edu/putnam The following are examples of items they are hoping to have donated: tractor, cart, rotor-tiller, weed-whacker etc; compost, firewood, etc.; arbor, topiary, sundial, decorative planter, birdfeeder etc.; patio furniture, porch rocker, A dirondack chair, fire pit etc; picnic baskets, weekend getaway etc.; fishing equipment, golf equipment, kayak, rowboat etc.; products, services from local businesses

an d r es tau r an ts ; min imu m value $25; tickets to sporting events, concerts, Broadway shows, etc.; services: landscape design and consultation, auto detailing etc. Donated items are tax deductible and, if clean and in good condition, will be picked up within Putnam, Northern Westchester, and Southern Dutchess Counties. The proceeds will help support Cornell Cooperative Extension Youth Development, environmental, community, and economic vitality education programs. To recognize your generosity, business & individuals donating items will be acknowledged in the auction program, unless anonymity is requested. Whether or not you make a donation, please join us at the Country-Living Auction for an afternoon of fun, followed by the annual Chicken Barbeque Dinner. Please contact Cornell Cooperative Extension at 845-278-6738, or putnam@ cornell.edu for additional information.

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COMING UP: Thu. July 16 - Bingo at Our Lady of Loretto Parish Hall, Cold Spring. Doors open 6pm, first game begins at 7:15pm. Fri. July 17 - CS Chamber Cruise aboard River Rose, boarding from CS Boat Club at 6:30pm, sail at 7. $85 p/p, www.coldspringchamber.com

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, 2pm, free, meet at foot of Main St.; through Labor Day weekend.

THIS WEEK: Thu. July 9 - Cold Spring Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting. 6pm, Butterfield Library. Thu. July 9 - Bingo at Our Lady of Loretto Parish Hall, Cold Spring. Doors open 6pm, first game begins at 7:15pm. Sat. July 11 - HH Land Trust Take-a-Hike! Storm King Mountain, w/ Andy Chmar. 9am, Storm King State Park parking lot off Mountain Rd., Cornwall. 3 hrs, moderate to difficult level. www.hhlt.org, 424-3358

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Sat. July 11 - Beatles Tribute Band, 6-9pm, Leonard Wagner Town Park, Putnam Valley, 156 Oscawana Lake Rd. Bring chairs, blanket. Food for sale by Hanlon’s Steakhouse. Music free.

Fri/Sat July 17/18 - Putnam Kennel Club All-Breed Dog Show, 8:30am-4pm, Stormville Airport. Incl. obedience trial. PutnamKennelClub.org

Sun. July 12 - CS Chamber of Commerce Sunset Series: Gandalf Murphy & The Slambovian Circus of Dreams, 5:30pm, Cold Spring Bandstand, free.

Sun. July 19 - CS Chamber of Commerce Sunset Series: Tiki Daddy/Uncle Wade, Hawaiianinspired Music/Americana, 5:30pm, Cold Spring Bandstand, free.

Sun. July 12 - Tri ‘n Du Putnam Triathlon/Duathlon, Veteran’s Memoral Park. Swim/bike/run or run & bike only. www.NYTRI. org, 845-247-0271.

Sun. July 19 - Walkabout at Tilly Foster Farm. Guided historical tours, 1pm. Reservations rec, space ltd. 845-279-4474, www. tillyfosterfarm.org.

Mon. July 13 - Annual Golf Outing, Partners with PARC. Full day, 18-hole, cart, lunch, cocktails, dinner, auction, etc. Centennial Golf Club, Carmel. $225/pp or $850/per foursome. 11am-12:45pm reg; lunch, practice, 1pm shotgun start. Also post-golf dinner only, 6pm, $75/ pp. www.PutnamARC.org, 845278-PARC, x287.

Sun. July 19: Public canoe program at Constitution Marsh, 830-11am. Previous paddling experience preferred, but not required. $25/adults; $20/seniors, students, and Audubon members; $15 for kids ages 7-15. Res. req’d, call 265-2601 x15, or email marshschedule@ gmail.com

Tue. July 14 - Karaoke in the Park, 6-9pm, Leonard Wagner Town Park, Putnam Valley, 156 Oscawana Lake Rd., Bring chairs, blanket. Food for sale by Hanlon’s Steakhouse. Music free. 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].

Thu. July 23 - Kruckers Picnic Grove Summer Picnic. Lunch, Dinner, Music, Dancing, Games, Bingo.”Philipstown Seniors,” members $38, non-members $43. Eileen 265-5098. Thu. July 23 - Bingo at Our Lady of Loretto Parish Hall, Cold Spring. Doors open 6pm, first game begins at 7:15pm. Wed/Fri July 24/26 - 38th Annual Putnam County 4-H Fair. Putnam County Veterans Memorial Park, 201 Gypsy Trail Road, Carmel. Free admin. & parking. For info visit www.cornell.edu/ putnam, 845-278-6738.

Sat. July 25 - Constitution Island Garden Day, 10am-3pm. House and Revolutionary War tours, boat rides, presentation by Glynwood Ctr. Shuttle runs from south end of Metro-North CS parking lot. 845-446-8676, www.constitutionisland.org. Sat. July 25 - HV Renegades baseball game & welcome home event honoring returning combat veterans at Dutchess Stadium. 5pm; tickets for registered VAHVHCS veterans are free. RSVP to OEF/OIF office at 845-8312000, ext. 5016 before 6/26. Sat. July 25 - Country Music Night, 6-9pm. Leonard Wagner Town Park, Putnam Valley, 156 Oscawana Lake Rd., Bring chairs, blanket. Food for sale by Hanlon’s Steakhouse. Music free. Sat. July 25 - Free Rabies clinic spons. by Health Dept. 10am12 noon, Hubbard Lodge, 2920 Route 9, Cold Spring. Bring proof of residency & prior vac. www.putnamcountyny.com Sat. July 25 - Bird Watching Trail Walk led by Lew Kingsley for PH Audubon on new Watergrass Trail. Meet 8am nr Watergrass deRham sign, Rt. 9, 3 miles s. of 301. Carpooling suggested for parking reasons. Sun. July 26 - CS Chamber of Commerce Sunset Series: Natalie Amendola/Kathleen Pemble: jazz fusion/alt-indieacoustic, 5:30pm, Cold Spring bandstand, free. Sun. July 26: Putnam CAP’s 5th Annual Motorcycle Run for H.O.P.E. 71mile Sheriff Dept escorted ride. Regisration 9:30 - 11 at Route 312, Shopping Center, Brewster (Kohl’s). BBQ Luncheon at Sycamore Park on Long Pond Road, Mahopac. www.putnamcap.org

Tue. July 28: Public canoe program at Constitution Marsh, 4:30-7:30pm. Previous paddling experience preferred, but not required. $25/adults; $20/Seniors, students, and Audubon members; $15/ kids ages 7-15. Res. req’d: 265-2601 x15, or email marshschedule@gmail. com Thu. July 30 - Bingo at Our Lady of Loretto Parish Hall, Cold Spring. Doors open 6pm, first game begins at 7:15pm. Sat. Aug. 1 - Haldane Class of 1979’s 30th Reunion. Dutchess Manor. Graduates from other years invited as well. More details tba. Robin, ristlusardi@ optonline.net or 845-284-2255. Sat. Aug. 1 - Lake Peekskill Family Day, day-long party at North Beach. Music, games, food, tug of war, more. Sat. Aug. 1 - Dance fundraiser for Beacon Sloop w/ Big Joe Fitz & his Blues Band, 7pm West Coast Swing dance lesson, dance from 8-11:30pm. St. Rocco’s, 26 S. Chestnut St., Beacon, $20. www.beaconsloopclub.org, 845-532-5615. Sun. Aug. 2 - CS Chamber of Commerce Sunset Series: Andy Stack/Dar Williams: pop/folk/ pop, 5:30pm, Cold Spring Bandstand, free. Thu. Aug. 6 - Bingo at Our Lady of Loretto Parish Hall, Cold Spring. Doors open 6pm, first game begins at 7:15pm. Sat. Aug. 8 - Cold Spring Fire Company Clambake, 10am-5pm at Mayors Park, tickets $50p/p, call 265-9241. Sat. Aug. 8 - River to River Poetry Festival, 11am-11pm, Howland Ctr, 477 Main St., Beacon. HowlandCulturalCenter.org

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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. www.BeaconSloopClub.org, 845-542-0721 Thu. Aug. 13 - CS Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting. 6pm, Butterfield Library. Sat. Aug. 15 - Tag & Craft Sale, Garrison Volunteer Fire Dept., Rt.9. Vendors Wanted: call 424-4406, ext. 5. Further details tba. Sat/Sun Aug. 15/16 - Daniel Nimham Intertribal Pow Wow, details tba, www.VisitPutnam. org, 800-470-4854. 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. 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. 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. Sun. Aug. 30 - Tour de Putnam Cycling Festival, 153-5-75/100 mile routes. www.VisitPutnam. org, 800-470-4854.

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Mysteries of Bannerman’s 4 2 n d I n f a n t r y B a n d t o Explored in PCHS Lecture P e r f o r m a t B o s c o b e l

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 Wed. July 8 - Mad Science, 10:45am, reg. req’d We d . J u l y 1 5 - R e c o r d a Soundtrack, 6:30pm Thu. July 16 - Mad Science, 10:45am, reg. req’d Sat. July 18 - Screening of Bugville, 3pm Mon. July 20 - Mad Science, 10:45am, reg. req’d PUTNAM VALLEY LIBRARY 30 Oscawana Lake Rd., (845) 528-3242 www.putnamvalleylibrary.org Hours: Sun. 1-5; Mon. 106; Tue/Wed 10-8; Thu/Fri 11-5; Sat - 10-5 Book discussion group 3rd Tue. of each month, 7:30pm 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 Aug. 2/23 - 17th Annual Art After 75 Show, opening reception Sun. Aug. 2, 3-5pm VAN BRUNT GALLERY 137 Main St.. Beacon (845) 838-2995 www.vanbruntgallery.com Through July 27: Quad 2 Exhibit, 7 Artists; reception: Sat. June 27, 6-9pm Gallery open Thu/Mon 11am6pm KENT PUBLIC LIBRARY 17 Sybil’s Crossing Kent Lakes (845) 225-8585 www.kentlibrary.org Mon, Wed 10-8 Tue, Thu, Fri 10-5 Sat, 10-3 Closed most major holidays ESL classes, Wed eves 6-8pm Kent Quilters - 2nd and 4th Mondays, 6-8pm

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-4pm, Closed Sundays until September 13 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” Sat. July 14 - Community Day celebration begins at noon with old-fashioned games such as marbles, jacks, jump rope, graces, more plus write with quill pens. Parade begins in front of museum at 2pm 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. July 25 - Garden Day, 10am-3pm, house & Revolutionary War tours; depart fm CS Metro-North parking lot 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. Sat. July 11 - Ulster County Day: discount tour rates for residents; reg. req’d. PUTNAM VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Mill St. & Peekskill Hollow

Putnam Valley (845) 528-1024 Hrs: T&W 9am-2pm; Sun. 1-3pm.

GARRISON ART CENTER Garrison’s Landing (845) 424-3960 garrisonartcenter.org [email protected] Gallery Hours: Tue/Sun 12-5pm 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] Fri. July 10 - Aimee Mann, 8pm Thu. July 23 - Big Bad Vood o o D a d d y : 1 0 0 Ye a r s o f Cab Calloway, 8pm Fri. July 31 - Bruce Hornsby Mon. Aug. 3 - Cyndi Lauper & Rosie O’Donnell, 8pm BOSCOBEL Route 9D, Garrison (845) 265-3638 www.boscobel.org Opendaily except Tues., 9:30am-5pm,last tour 4:15 $16/adults, $12/seniors, $7/children, 6-14, under 6/free Grounds only $8 Sun. July 19 - Westchester County Day. Free admission for all county residents. Sat. Sept. 12 - Big Band Concert and Sunset Picnic, 6-8pm THE HOWLAND CENTER 477 Main Street,Beacon (845) 831-4988 Thursdays, 7-9pm - Meditation Classes, drop in, no pre-reg req’d, $8 class Fri. July 24 - John Hammond, 8pm Sat. Aug. 22 - Jazz pianist

PHILIPSTOWN DEPOT THEATRE Depot Square, Garrison’s Landing philipstowndepottheatre.org (845) 424-3900 Fri. July 10 - Music Tracks: Laura Benjamin 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. July 11 - Westchester County Day, $5/free admission for Westchester County Residents, 10am – 5pm Tue. July 14 - Guided Gard e n To u r - N a t i v e s i n t h e Garden, 6:30pm - 7:30pm, $10/members - no charge HUDSON VALLEY SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL 155 Main Street Cold Spring Peformances at Boscobel (845) 265-7858 Box Ofc: (845) 265-9575 www.hvshakespeare.org The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) Much Ado About Nothing Pericles July 9 - Putnam County specially-priced night 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,

Ever wonder about the castle in the middle of the Hudson, located between Cornwall and Beacon? Come and enjoy refreshments and a lecture that explores the interesting history of Bannerman’s Island. The island was purchased by Francis Bannerman VI in 1900 to store his massive inventory of military supplies, and the structures he built on the island have been a source of wonderment and inspiration to several generations. On Saturday, July 11 at 5pm, come learn about the legacy of the Bannerman family, the

unique castle, and the island as it is now. This lecture will be given by Wes and Barbara Gottlock, authors and volunteer coordinators at Bannerman’s Island. The Gottlocks will also be signing copies of their book Bannerman’s Castle. The lecture takes place at PCHS’s Foundry School Museum, 63 Chestnut Street. Admission is free for members and donors, and $5 for the general public. Space is limited; reservations are strongly suggested. Please call 265-4010 or visit www. pchs-fsm.org.

Slambovians Return to Cold Spring Bandstand The Cold Spring Area Chamber of Commerce presents Gandalf Murphy and the Slambovian Circus of Dreams, one of the most popular bands among the residents of Cold Spring, the Hudson Valley and beyond at the Summer Sunset Music Series on Sunday, July 12 at 5:30pm. Pack a picnic and head down to the riverfront park for an evening filled with the sounds of this unique band who call Cold Spring their home. Voted “Best Band of the Year” for the past three years by Hudson Valley Magazine, they describe themselves as “punk/classical/hillbilly/ Floyd”. On stage they create an enchanting atmosphere,

using traditional folk instruments, electric guitar, and the distinctive singing and songwriting of lead singer Joziah Longo. The Cold Spring Fire Company’s Ladies Auxiliary will be on hand with refreshments. This week’s edition of the Summer Sunset Music Series is sponsored by Hudson House River Inn. Join the band for an after-party at the Hudson House following the show. For more information about The Summer Sunset Music Series and The Cold Spring Area Chamber of Commerce, please visit www.coldspringchamber.com or call 265-3200 to speak to the executive director.

R e c o r d a S o u n d t r a c k a t Animate Your Afternoons Butterfield Library Event With Vintage Bugville Toon The Butterfield Library invites ‘Tweens and Teens to record a soundtrack for their favorite book on Wednesday, July 15 at 6:30pm. This event is part of the E x p r e s s Yo u r s e l f @ Yo u r Library Summer Program for children in grades 6 through High School. Us-

ing the Library’s computers and iTunes, participants can download songs that remind them of a favorite book to create their very own soundtrack. The kids can also bring CDs to swap throughout the program. A d d i t i o n a l l y, a t t e n d e e s who have signed up for E x p r e s s Yo u r s e l f @ Yo u r Library can earn an extra r a ff l e t i c k e t g o o d t o w a r d exciting prizes such as gift certificates, books, or event tickets. For more information on upcoming Teen & Tween programs and Express Yourself @ Your Library Summer Program, please call the Library at 265-3040 ext. 4 or go to www.butterfieldlibrary.org.

The Butterfield Library will host the second Animated Afternoon on Saturday, July 18th at 3pm. The featured film will be Bugville, the 1941 classic from Max and Dave Fleischer. This brilliant, full-color animated movie takes you on a journey to Bugville, a tiny village located in the middle o f N e w Yo r k C i t y. W h e n Hoppity the grasshopper returns to Bugville, he discovers the peace of the village threatened by inconsiderate humans. He moves his friends to a nearby garden owned by a kind song-writing couple, Dick and Mary. But when tragedy strikes, the bugs must return to the lowland while Hoppity’s girlfriend Honey

Bee is forced to marry the villainous C. Bagley Beetle. Everything will be alright if Dick and Mary can get the money to save their home but Mr. Beetle has a destructive plan of his own! Can Hoppity save his friends and his girl? Originally entitled, Hoppity Goes to Town, this delightful film is appropriate for all ages. Visit the Library’s Event Calendar at www.butterfieldlibrary.org or call 265-3040.

Grab a blanket, pack a picnic and come to the grounds of Boscobel House & Gardens on Saturday, July 18, for an on-the-lawn concert performed by the New York Army National Guard’s 42nd Infantry Band (Rainbow Division), a group of 40 musically talented Army National Guard soldiers. The 42nd Infantry Division Band, under the command of Chief Warrant Officer Mark L. Kimes and First Sergeant Leslie G. Saroka, has a long proud history from WWI to the present. They provide music to troops and civic events from nearby states such as New York and Virginia to far away locations such as German and Iraq. The band’s mission is to furnish music whenever and wherever while serving our nation and our community. Most recently the 42nd Infantry Division was mobilized and deployed for a tour in Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom III. The band performs a wide range of musical numbers, ranging from classical pieces

such as Bizet’s Carmen suite, a waltz by Johan Strauss, a musical tribute to the Tuskegee Airmen entitled “Of Honor and Valor Eternal,” as well as a composition in tribute to Walt Disney. Come show your support for the Army National Guard while enjoying a concert performed on the grounds of one of the Hudson Valley’s most picturesque settings. The concert takes place from 2-3:30pm on the 18th. Attendance is free after paying the regular admission fee at the Visitors Center in the Carriage House before entering the grounds. In the event of rain, this performance will cancel. Please call 265-3638 that day to confirm, or visit www.Boscobel.org. Boscobel is located on scenic Route 9D in Garrison, From April through October, h o u rs a r e f r o m 9 : 3 0 a m t o 5pm, the last tour at 4:15pm. The museum and distinctive Museum Shop are open every day except Tuesdays, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Laura Benjamin to Appear Friday at Depot Theatre

S i n g e r /s o n g w r i t er L a u r a Benjamin brings her pop/ rock duo to the Philipstown Depot Theatre Friday, July 10 at 8pm. Based in Atlanta, the native New Yorker joins with AJ Holtz for an evening of s ongs from their lates t CD, some new originals, and select cover tunes. The Laura Benjamin Collective, fresh off their spring tour, won the Red Gorilla Music Fest Competition at Ourstage.com with their song, “Oblivion.” This earned them an appearance at the prestigious Red Gorilla Music

F e s t i v e a l i n A u s t i n Te x a s this past March. Laura Benjamin’s debut album, Let it Go, produced by Grammy award winner Don McCollister of Nickel and Dime Studios was released in 2007, with their new CD slated for release in early 2010. For more details and a taste of their music visit l b c o l l e c t i v e . c o m . Ti c k e t s for the July 10 performance are $15 for Adults and $12 for seniors and kids and are available by callling the box office at 424-3900.

Blues Band Fundraiser Put your dancing shoes on and come join the fun with Big Joe Fitz and his Blues Band at St. Rocco’s Club, 26 South Chestnut St., Beacon. This August 1 dance is a fundraiser for the Beacon Sloop

Club. A free West Coast Swing dance lesson will be held from 7-8pm and Big Joe Fitz and his band will be playing from 8-11:30pm. Admission: $20. Info: 845-532-5615, www. beaconsloopclub.org

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The Putnam County News and Recorder

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Editorial

Capturing the Spirit of the Nation at Mekeel’s Corners A fiddle, a bugle, hymns, and patriotic readings transport us to America’s early days

Covering Philipstown and Putnam Valley in New York’s Hudson Highlands founded in 1866 as the Cold Spring Recorder

On Independence Day in America, most citizens spend some time reflecting on our nation’s founding documents. But unless we also seek to understand the culture that inspired those ideas, we will find it difficult to carry on their legacy. On Saturday morning, the Fourth of July, a prayer service at the little white chapel hidden among the trees at Mekeel’s Corners, where Route 301 meets the Albany Post Road, offered an oppor-

tunity to recall the spirit of our founders. As the fresh morning air entered through the open doors, the congregation sang hymns and patriotic songs. Ed Cleary, standing at the altar in front of a cross and lighted candles, led the service, which featured readings by men, women, and children from our nation’s founding documents and Christian supplications to God for the nation, her leaders, and her people. Members of the Admiral Worden Camp

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Bugler Robert Fries, camp musician for the Worden Camp 150 Department of New York Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War.

Letters Truth Will Prevail To the Editor: I am greatly troubled by the lack of fair balance and journalistic integrity demonstrated in the two articles regarding the Philipstown Food Pantry. Both articles are based on information from a single source and contain misinformation, partial truths, untruths, and innuendo with the apparent expressed intent of maligning the First Presbyterian Church of Philipstown, its members, staff, and programs. The suggestions that the church misappropriates the funds donated to the Food Pantry, that it has a conflict of interest in overseeing the program, and that the contribution to the church by the Food Pantry was done without agreement by the then Coordinator have no basis in fact. While the second article largely reprised the same information as the first, there is a new attempt to discredit the church with incomplete information and speculation. As one of the members present, I want to note the following information, which represents the complete truth regarding the Stated Meeting of the Session called for Friday, 26 June. It is true that there were only 4 Session members present; weather was not a factor. What is not stated is that 4 members do not constitute a quorum; therefore, no actions/ votes could be taken. There was no meeting—no item, including the Food Pantry, on the two-page meeting agenda was discussed. At the request of those of us present, The Rev. Leslie Mott sent us on our way with prayer. I am confident the truth will prevail, just not in the PCN&R. Susan Jordan Garrison

o f t h e N e w Yo r k S o n s o f Union Veterans of the Civil War also participated. The service was a reminder that our forefathers did not fight for our country so that we could have a government involved in every aspect of our lives. Instead, they crafted a limited government, which, by offering a framework of freedom, would allow for citizens to prosper and flourish. For many, their most treasured freedom was the ability to worship God as they saw fit. This country was built by men and women with strong religious convictions, developed and fortified in places such as the chapel at Mekeel’s Corners. Today we might mock the Puritan or the fundamentalist, even as we enjoy the fruits of their ideas and the liberties won by their blood. It was their stern character, coupled Eugene Bender III, a camp musician for the local chapter of the Sons of Union Veterans with their appreciation of a of the Civil War, plays a medley of American tunes on the fiddle during a Fourth of July freedom that meant fulfilling prayer service at the chapel at Mekeel’s Corners. one’s duty to God and his neighbor, that gave birth to t u n e s . T h e f i d d l e ’ s s w e e t leisure time involved comrecognition that their lives this nation. Were it not for strains, accompanied by the munal events, in which the were well spent, in defense their self-control and readi- reverent humming and light community, rather than hired of their fellow man. Our time ness to sacrifice short term f o o t - t a p p i n g o f t h e s m a l l professionals, provided the here in this world is limited, pleasure for long term entertainment. Some in and our country gives us gains, America would the crowd even knew the ample opportunity to use our never have achieved its words of the old tunes— freedom for good. Using that Though we might mock independence. lyrics likely not taught in freedom, we should offer to Most of our founding the Puritan today, we schools today. quote from “Taps:” fathers were schooled After the singing of “This should at least recall in this ethic, and in the Land is Your Land,” a man that it was his stern midst of modern distracstepped outside onto the “Thanks and praise, For tions, we would do well character that forged porch with his bugle and our days, to take time to recall the played “Taps,” which was ’Neath the sun, Neath the American freedoms. simple faith that created composed by a man buried stars, our nation. just a few miles away, Gen. ’Neath the sky, Near the end of the Daniel Butterfied. As we go, This we know, s e r v i c e , a y o u n g f i d d l e r, congregation, recalled an “Taps,” which certainly has God is nigh.” Eugene Bender III, played America in which devotion sad tones, is, on balance, a a medley of old Civil War to God, family, and country song of praise, a tribute to s o n g s a n d e a r l y A m e r i c a n was palpable, and in which those who have died, and a

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Are Teachers Paid on Performance? To the Editor: I write in support of the letter to the editor by Mr. J. Barbaro. It seems to be forgotten that there is a populace out here that pays for these automatic raises. One gets the sense that teachers are entitled by virtue of the fact they are teachers. One does not argue with the fact that education must be paid for but one wonders how is it measured? To those of us who own or run businesses it is at odds with how we or anyone is compensated. We must perform or else we lose customers and if it persists we are out of business. Is there such a standard for teachers/ educators? A few years ago a book called Stand & Deliver was published. Perhaps you know it. It was the story of a Peruvian immigrant, Jaime Escalante, a teacher in Garfield High School in Los Angeles. The student population was anything but cooperative. Gangs were and still are rife. Escalante taught math. One day he stood up in a teachers meeting, stunning them with the announcement that he wanted to teach calculus. The most sincere of his opponents felt he would grossly disappoint an already disheartened group of young people. But he stood his ground and won approval to try. If you know the story, he not only taught them calculus but on the SAT tests Everyone...Everyone passed. Some wound up at Ivy League schools like Princeton. It is true that he brought the class to school, to his home on weekends and nights but they were so enthralled at the end that they ‘stole’ his car and refurbished it as only those accustomed to stealing cars and sprucing them up can do. That’s performance.

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Are teachers at Haldane paid on performance? I hope they are! If they are, what are the standards? Let’s publish them so we all can see the results. Ken Hurd Cold Spring

Welcome Back, Clearwater To the Editor: This Fourth of July weekend was a milestone of accomplishments for me personally and the village of Cold Spring in general. I woke up that Saturday morning at around 8am and drove down to the Depot. The day was sunny, the village was buzzing, and I was happy for it was the Fourth of July. The minute I rounded Main Street at the red light my heart missed a beat. There before me was a sight that I have been personally lobbying for since 1988. Past the railroad tracks at the water’s edge was the Clearwater sailboat docked at the end of our public dock, clearly visible all the way up to the intersection. The Clearwater with all her majestic beauty was available to be seen and boarded by everyone. The scene at the dock was breathtaking. I can imagine that this was the way it looked years ago and the way it should have looked since the dock was “saved” by a group of lo cal volunteers who worked tirelessly to raise money and rebuild what we have. It was former Mayor Philips who was primarily against allowing boats to dock there. We were given all kinds of excuses: it was against the law; the DEC would not allow it; the Army Corps of Engineers, who helped built the dock, would be against it; there was cadmium, the dock

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wouldn’t hold boats; there was no water—you name it and Mr. Philips had an objection. Well times have changed and Mr. Philips is no longer in charge—and the Clearwater is here—and welcome. I now urge the current village board that is responsible for this revelation to make this docking facility permanent and to allow other similar boats to dock at “our” dock. This service could be yet another source of revenue for the village. The possibilities are endless: a ferry service to West Point, scenic cruise ships for entertainment and educational opportunities, and a tourist attraction which could bring people to Cold Spring without driving cars and polluting busses Cold Spring truly deserves the beauty of that sight coming down Main Street and all the opportunities that a dock brings to our residents. I would also like to congratulate former Mayor Philips, who originally had the idea of reviving “Community Day” on the fourth and current Mayor Gallagher and Trustee Bruce Campbell for executing the day flawlessly. The fireworks were extraordinary, the crowd was happy, and I hope all the merchants were profitable. Believe me; with the weather of late and the current economy, we merchants needed a good Fourth. Tom Rolston Cold Spring

Mortgage Lender Crackdown To the Editor: Last week the U.S. Supreme Court handed down perhaps the most important decision ever regarding the national lenders who have been operating outside the law. The Court’s decision was that state

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attorney generals now can proceed investigating predatory lending practices, for fraud and other wrongdoing. The decision was based upon former Attorney General Elliot Spitzer’s investigation into the lending practices. The lenders along with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currenty (OCC) joined in obtaining an injunction against Spitzer’s actions, along with 49 other supporting state attorney generals. So now the states are empowered to enforce laws via the courts to investigate these practices. Incredibly, the OCC will not investigate wrongdoing as their letter in response to us states, even judicial determinations, as Kimberly Thomas who won a fraud action against Wells Fargo for $1,250,000 had her complaint with the findings of fraud from a jury rejected outright. The foreclosure actions across the country will now get interesting, as we have shown with our Federal suit against Wells Fargo. And be sure to check the county records to see if you have any prior mortgages that have had the satisfactions of mortgage filed, as my sister recently did and found several paid off mortgages did not have the satisfactions filed, including one company no longer in existance for over $16,000 and another at $44,000. Keep informed through OutlawLenders.com. Scott Webster C o l d S p r i n g /D u g s p u r , VA

Getting Down to Earth To the Editor: “The soil is the creative material of most of the needs of life. Creation starts with a

handful of dust. Unless you use nature’s evidence in most of your decisions in the field, you may be stampeded into an inaccurate solution.” Dr. William Albrecht (1988-1974). The following interview with Acres U.S.A. is a simple example of the wisdom of Dr. Albrecht’s observations. As the preeminent soil scientist of his time, he taught agronomy based on healthy soil ecosystems rather than simplistic chemical inputs, even as the chemical approach was being introduced as the “scientific” agriculture of the future. This is the interview I referred to in last week’s opinion piece on synthetic fertilizers. HALF-LIFE OF SOILS “I have excellent data on the half-life of our soils. You see the soil is like a radioactive element newly created. When this soil was balanced out in man’s absence, and before man took it over, it was virgin soil. It was in equilibrium with the forces of soil development and leaching. If you start with the desert in the west, on the east side of the coast ranges - because water has all been precipitated on the west side - that’s the raw rock with a slight weathering. As you come east, then it is heavier rainfall, and you develop the soil into more than a desert. And the American bison lived where conditions were about balanced, and that’s a little above 25 inches of rainfall. Because when you go above 25 inches of rainfall, you began leaching. But at 25 inches, you’re just about balanced. That buffalo was smart. He had mineral-rich soil and not mineral-leached soil. And it’s been grown with crops that suck only the back teat, we’ll say, and remove certain elements more than others. The buffalo didn’t go far east and west, but north (See Letters on Page 7)

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Opinion Let’s Focus on Our Local Heroes Rather Than Global Narcissists

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

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LETTERS (Cont’d from page 6)

One of the great human sports is to tell others how they should be doing their job.  The implication, of course, is that the teller could do the

for our country.  I’ll bet that more people can recite the names of at least two drunken/ drug sodden young women who have graced the police blotters of Hollywood than can name the last fireman ED who saved a life and home.  I will bet that more people LUNDBERG can compile a list of at least three professional athletes job better.  With that in mind, (jugglers) who are currently I would like to tell the press facing serious charges for how to do their job better. violent felonies than can name  Recently, a very well known a member of the local comsinger/dancer died (some say munity who regularly commits too young!).  He was suspected an act of kindness. of being a pedophile and he  The reason that I win these was a confessed abuser of bets going away is in part the drugs.  His bizarre behavior ghoulish regularity with which Whom do we place on our pedestals? also included macabre forms we are assaulted by visions then it follows that it can take of the public to fight the reign of self-mutilation. Yet, his and stories about these jest- away such status by denying of cynicism that currently grips the country and behind passing was treated as an event ers and jugglers at work and the necessary notoriety.   So this is what I would which so many try to hide that would forever define his- play.  This is because constant like the press/media to do.  by claiming that everyone is torical epochs. Terms like publicity is the life blood of icon, revered, idol, legend, notoriety and notoriety leads For those jesters and jugglers doing it or worse.  Let there and king were used to describe to the exalted status of being a who defy all semblance of be a national movement to him.  The term “shrines” was celebrity.  And with celebrity public decency, let them be identify those celebrities who used to describe the gather- come unimaginable power, shunned.  Let them be denied do in fact care for their chilthe attention they so crave. No dren, don’t cheat or commit ing places of his worshipers.  prestige, and riches. Camp followers, thirsting for   In sum, it is essential to more photo ops!  No banalities acts of violence. Let there be their moment in the sun lined keep one’s name in the public about mistakes, putting things an honest effort to identify behind or spending more those who do in fact try to up to do interviews with time with the family.  For do good works (including the an insatiable press.  I’ll bet that more people those jesters and jugglers many elected officials).  Let  Centuries ago, the courts who feel that their celeb- there be a concerted effort to can recite the names of of monarchs and nobles rity status allows them to demonstrate that goodness and were livened up by jestHollywood drunks than descend beyond indecency decency are alive and well in ers and jugglers.  Their to criminal behavior, let the United States; that even can name the last local purpose was to entertain.  No one in his or her right fireman who saved a life. there be a special rogues’ if they are below the radar gallery.  Let it simply list people who do the right and mind would suggest that the name, crime, past con- decent things are those who these entertainers ennobled victions, disposition of the are the true celebrities consciousness.  To do this our lives or were deserving of anything more than appre- requires that the press (a/k/a case, and the names of the ciation of their craft.  Today, the media) keeps them in the public officials responsible for Mr. Lundberg is a graduate however, the modern version forefront of our awareness and such disposition.  To be fair, of Carmel High School and of jesters who appear on stage the press requires something let’s add the names of public Drew Univrsity in Madison, and screen or their updated that is attention grabbing.  If officials (like the members of NJ.  He taught at Monroe Comjuggler cousins who play chil- that means holding one’s baby the NY State Senate) who are munity College in Rochester, dren’s games for enormous over a balcony that is several currently under indictment.  NY. He is currently married to profit have been turned into stories above ground, engag- These lists should be nothing the former Lenore Pearlman ing in pornographic behavior, more than would appear on Woller, who charmed him into idols and icons.  I have some wagers.  I bet beating someone senseless local police blotters, no juicy returning to Carmel.   Their that more people know the or bleaching out one’s skin details designed to boost rat- combined families number five children, ten grandchildren, name of the recently deceased then so be it.  But if the me- ings or circulations.  Finally, let the press/media a soon to be great grandchild singer/dancer than they can dia confers celebrity status name the last soldier to die by providing public attention join with interested members ,and a dog.

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and south. He went long distances north and south, but he didn’t migrate far east and west, because he would have gone to less rainfall, and more rainfall.” Mary Ellen Finger Cold Spring Whose Liberty? Whose History?

To the Editor: I agree with Keith Anderson (“Erosion of Liberty,” PCN&R July 1) that on July 4th “we should take time to reflect upon how far we have come from that which our founders fought so hard to achieve.” But Mr. Anderson distorts the American historical record in his zealous advocacy of a reactionary version of “liberty.” M r. A n d e r s o n s u g g e s t s that a golden age of American “liberty” sprung from the minds and deeds of the revolutionary generation. The founders were brilli an t, p r a ct ic al , an d , mo s t important, genuine enemies o f u n c h e c k e d t y r a n n y. We should appreciate their political handiwork and the essential contribution they made to the creation of the American nation. But they did not envision the inclusive American democracy we

CORRECTION: In the July 1 story “PV Pols Seek Sustainable Careers,” we wrote, “Tendy defeated Davis in November 2007.” Robert Tendy actually defeated Wendy Whetsel in November, 2007, after Whetsel defeated Sam Davis in a Democratic primary in Sept. 2007.

know today. Women could not vote; property qualifications kept many free white men from the polls. Most important, the liberty of some rested on the enslavement of others. Liberty loving Americans had to struggle against those who clung to the stingy liberty of the past to build the freedom I joined in celebrating this past Saturday. In the name of the “founde r s , ” M r. A n d e r s o n w a n t s to drag us back to the turn of the 20th century, a time when many of our forebears worked twelve hour days in mills, mines, or tenement sweatshops. Using the political institutions that had evolved since the revolution, citizens demanded that a more democratic nation to contain private corporate power and provide basic social secur i t y. I a m n o t a s h a m e d t o call myself a child of this welfare state.

My father helped support his parents and siblings during the Great Depress i o n b y j o i n i n g t h e C i v i lian Conservation Corps. He left the gritty streets of Williamsburg, Brooklyn for Glacier National Park where he fought forest fires and built the roads and lodges visitors still enjoy. More important, after he died when I was a junior attending a public college, monthly social security and veterans’ benefits helped me complete my education. Rather than producing “subservient dependence” as Mr. Anderson alleges, liberal social policy enabled members of my family, and countless others, to gain power over our own lives. When I look into my daughter’s eyes, I want to protect her from the ravages of climate change caused by carbon dioxide polluters spouting the cant of “lib-

erty.” I want to help build a reformed national health care system as inclusive, effective, and inexpensive as you can find in Canada or France. I am not afraid that Barack O b ama w ill f as ten “h eav y chains of dependence” on our people. But I am afraid we won’t embrace our democratic legacy and put the well being of all our people ahead of the interests of Wall Street, insurance giants, and energy companies. Like “The Renovators” renditions of the “Star Spangled Banner” and “America the Beautiful” during the Independence Day fireworks at the riverfront, let us celebrate America, but let’s do it with enough rhythm and soul to awaken our long dead founders. They might even join us and dance. Barry Goldberg Cold Spring

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RIVERVIEW (Cont’d from front pg.)

Riverview Restaurant on Fair economy. “We’ve done great in a poor economy, and just okay in a great economy,” he reflected. Jimmy credits his loyal s t a ff as a k e y r e a s o n w hy he can offer such consistent quality and service. “We have what I guess you’d call department heads to manage the staff,” he said. “Fernando, who is the number one person in the kitchen, has been here for 14 years. He started as a dishwasher. My wife Lori manages the front of the house and the business end, including decorating and selecting ingredients,” Ely continued. “Juan, who is in charge of the dining room, has been here 10 years. Roberto makes all of our pizzas and desserts. He has been here for 20 years. Everybody has input into the process. I really believe that consistency in staffing makes for consistency in the product.” Roberto’s pizzas are known locally as some of the tastiest in town. There

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Street is a Wednesday night prix fixe special at $14.95 per person that is especially popular with local families who can’t always afford to eat out. The price covers pizza as well as other menu items. This reporter took her family to Riverview on a Saturday evening and enjoyed the Mexican pizza, which features black beans, guacamole, and other traditional Mexican flavors. Having grown up in California and traveled in Mexico, we were a little skeptical about the cross-pollination of Italian and Mexican cuisines, but t h e e ff e c t w a s d e l e c t a b l e . The desserts were equally flavorful, featuring delicate buttery crusts and light but creamy custards. Although Jim and Lori purchased the restaurant twenty years ago, in 1989, the business has been in the same location since 1941 under the same Riverview name. In addition to a pleasing modern décor and unclut-

tered river views, Riverview features original art by a number of local and regional artists. The bar and dining room art changes out every six weeks, Ely explained. Working with the Garrison A r t C e n t e r, t h e E l y s h o s t winter fundraisers at Riverview for local food pantries. These events take the form of artists’ openings, and 100 percent of the revenue goes to the pantries with the help of Bruce Campbell and the Cold Spring Lions Club. In the wintertime they also host high-energy Artists of t h e H u d s o n Va l l e y e v e n t s with entertainers such as saxophonist Rob Schepps. Jim talked about his professional experience before c o m i n g t o R i v e r v i e w. A l though he once worked as a dishwasher at Butterfield Hospital, his experience also includes work at the renowned Quilted Giraffe,

in New York City; the Banff Springs Hotel, in Alberta; Brennan’s and LeRuth’s, in New Orleans; and Maxi m e ’ s , i n We s t c h e s t e r. I n addition he has worked at yacht chartering in the West Indies, hotel management in St. Thomas, and commercial salmon and herring fishing in British Columbia. Jim and Lori’s future plans include a “Riverview Home Chef” line of custom cuts of meat and fresh seafood, as well as prepared heatand-serve foods. Our family dinner for three, with two pizzas, a salad, non-alcoholic drinks, and two desserts, came to about $60 before the tip. For a sample menu and p r i c i n g , v i s i t w w w. r i v e r dining.com, or call 845265-4778 for reservations and more information.

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give something back.” While out-of-towners appreciate the music and the setting, the series has a distinctly small-town, community feel to it. Cold Spring Mayor Seth Gallagher acted as master of ceremonies, introducing the bands and thanking the inaugural week’s sponsors, Burke Electric and The Silver Spoon Restaurant. The Cold Spring Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary ran a concession offering soda, chips, ice cream, and water. Half of the proceeds from the fiftyfifty drawing went to support the fire company. Kathleen Pemble, herself a local musician who will perform later in the series, was this year’s first lucky winner and took home a grand total of eighty-one dollars. It may have been her reward for lending a hand to Nick Poholchuk, yet another local musician, who manages the sound system for the series. This year’s music series runs each Sunday at 5:30pm through Labor Day and offers an eclectic musical mix featuring two acts most weeks. The lineup for the remainder of the season includes: Gandalf Murphy and the Slambovian Circus of Dreams on July 12, Tiki Daddy and Uncle Wade on July 19, Natalie Amendola and Kathleen Pemble on

much as possible about the inner workings of the board before being thrown into “live action” in September. Evan Schwartz and Joseph Curto Jr. were sworn in as trustees after their successful election bids in May. The meeting also marked Kathy Marino’s debut as district clerk. Marino is uniquely qualified for the role in that she is a former Haldane School Board trustee. She replaces Diane Stropoli, who resigned at the end of the 2008-2009 school year. One of Marino’s first duties was to administer the oath of office to the newly elected trustees, president and vice-president. Commenting on the newly -configured board, Superintendent of Education Mark Vi l l a n t i c o m m e n t e d , “ T h e district is very fortunate to have a group of five experienced board members…(who) will help move education ahead while maintaining balance and respecting our local taxpayers’ concerns for rising costs. Dave Merandy and Mike Junjulas will make an excellent tandem.” As part of the financial portion of the agenda, instruction contracts with both the Garrison Union Free School and St. Basil’s Academy were approved. Also approved was an hourly rate of $46.08 for rental of district buildings and grounds by outside agencies. Dozens of annual appointments were also given the green light as part of the personnel agenda. Approvals covered a wide spectrum that included everything from appointment of the district treasurer, internal and external auditors, and school physician to bond counsel, financial advisor, school lunch pricing, and mileage rate. The Putnam County News and Recorder and The Journal News were once again designated as the district’s official newspapers.

July 26, Andy Stack and Dar Williams on August 2, The Victor Jones trio on August 9, Slippery Chicken and The Buddy Traina Band on August 23, storyteller Jonathan Kruk and Annie and the Natural Wonders Band on August 30, and the M. Shanghai String Band on September 6. Week one was a near-perfect beginning to what has become a musical tradition in Cold Spring. The 200-plus people in attendance couldn’t have seemed happier. Martin’s old standards and Laster’s world jazz captivated the audience. Heads nodded and toes tapped. Eyes turned skyward with some regularity as bright blue skies were savored for the second consecutive day—a noteworthy event in what has been an otherwise gray, chilly, and wet spring and early summer. People talked to each other, waved to friends and neighbors. Some just put their heads back and closed their eyes. Boats and kayaks played in the sparkling waters of the Hudson. A barge slipped quietly past. Young children danced – even though it really wasn’t dance music. Shadows stretched out as the day wound down. The sun disappeared behind Storm King. The music series—and summer—are finally here.

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People sit around the bandstand to enjoy the Sunday evening music.

Wa y n e R o b i n s o n , H a l dane’s Director of Facilities, was appointed as clerk-ofthe-works for the ongoing capital project that includes roof replacement and masonry repair. The meeting also served as the public hearing for three District documents: the Code of Conduct, the Energy Management Plan, and the Mentoring Plan. The Energy Management Plan and Mentoring Plan were approved later in the meeting, however the Code of Conduct will be brought back to the school board’s A u g u s t 11 , 2 0 0 9 , m e e t i n g to allow further discussion and to provide more time for public input. Discussion regarding the Code of Conduct included some debate over the District’s role and in monitoring students’ use of the Internet. The draft code can be reviewed on the Haldane website. Mark Villanti explained that the Mentoring Plan “will provide a road map to guide the transition of a new teaching force which will turn over significantly (due to retirements) over the coming years.” He went on to say that the Energy Management Plan “is intended to provide guidance to the district that will result in reduced energy usage, which is critical in today’s global energy crisis.” Trustees also had a first look at proposed revisions to the duties assigned to the district clerk. Meeting dates for the Haldane School Board remain the same for the upcoming year. The regular monthly meeting will be held on the first Tuesday of each month, with workshops taking place monthly on the third Tuesday. The board meets next on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, at 7pm at the Merritt Building.

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told the mayor that he was “personally offended” that something other than the US flag had been hung from the pole. Over-crowding is also a concern, and Steve Etta said that he came by during the performance and saw that the dock was “jammed” full of people. Gallagher, who attended the concert and played with the band during a few numbers, seem surprised at the commission’s adamant response. Other than the flagpole issue, about which the mayor agreed with Phillips, Gallagher asked, “what’s the problem?” Steve Etta responded, saying, “That’s what the bandstand is for . . . ever since it was built.” The mayor suggested that the nature of music performance has changed greatly since, and asked whether there “couldn’t be some flexibility” for the music series. Mr. Phillips voiced the commission’s concern about being able to justify saying “yes” to one group and “no” to another. “Guidelines must be followed by all groups,” Etta added. Addressing concerns by some musicians who have performed on the bandstand, the mayor asked whether the commission would be amenable to physical modifications to address the “acoustical issues.” As long as all appropriate approvals are granted, the commission does not have any objections.

mountains lent their aid more fully to the artistic and patriotic spirit of a whole community… A mighty cheer heralded the approach of the parade and it was taken up and passed along the line by as enthusiastic a company as ever gathered along our streets.” Mayor Seth Gallagher noted with pride that this was the first time in years that boats had docked in Cold Spring, among them the paddleboat River Rose and the tugboat Cornell, as well as the sloop Clearwater. The River Rose offered rides to the Bear Mountain Bridge and back, and folks reported that folk-singing legend Pete Seeger sat by the dock near the Clearwater playing his banjo for a while. Said one celebrant, “It doesn’t get any better than this!” The celebration was a boon for local commerce. “I think that this whole weekend was a big success,” said Peter Inserillo of the Cold Spring Café. “I don’t think that I’ve seen this many people in town in a long time.” “This was a big change from previous weekends,” said John Arguello, owner of the recently-opened Cup-O-Ccino Café. “It was like a bank in here, with a big line right out the door. It was overwhelming! It makes me feel as though this is a growing business.” The fire engines, the village

At one point during the conversation, Steve Etta told the mayor that “personally, the problem is that they don’t ask.” This appears to be the overriding issue for the commission, coloring everything that had been discussed. Sounding a conciliatory note, Mayor Gallagher suggested that it was not necessarily a matter of disrespect, but “new personnel, who need to be brought up-to-speed on proper procedure.” Everyone seemed in agreement with the idea of a joint meeting, but no specifics were discussed. In other matters, the commission reviewed a number of applications for use of public parks and passed a formal resolution restricting musical presentations at the dock to the bandstand itself. Steve Etta raised the issue of garbage collection and pickup at Mayors Park. On many occasions the trashcans are already half full before a permitted event takes place. To remedy the situation, Etta would like a lockable dumpster to be provided for the park for use by permitted attractions. The commission concurred and village board liaison Bruce Campbell said that the village would transfer funds to the recreation commission to cover this expense.

trolley, and the pipes and drums were there—including Gallagher, Cold Spring’s mayor and bagpiper maker—along with scores of children decked out in red, white, and blue, who had decorated their bicycles especially for this occasion. The Friends of Tots Park, with strollers, wagons, and bicycles among them, marched behind a shiny, grass-green banner, and the DesmondFish Library contingent of two pushed a book cart laden with candy. There there were dogs everywhere, some sporting patriotic bandanas or bows. The PCN&R, which helped to sponsor the festivities, paraded in two Jeeps full of staff, family, and friends. The most exciting member of the newspaper’s contingent was Lynn Greenwood, the “Putnam Sportsman” columnist, who, with his wife of 50-plus years, Pat, came from Carmel to be part of the parade. Lynn is a collector, history buff, lover of the outdoors, hunting and fishing devotee, and all-around larger-than-life character who wore a coonskin cap and real wolverine fur coat, giving him the look of a Daniel Boonestyle mountain man. The parade stopped once on Main Street while local historian Don McDonald read a portion of a letter from President John Adams to his wife Abigail on the significance of the first

Fourth of July, in 1776. Mayor Gallagher made some additional remarks, the firehouse Hudson-Fulton bell was rung and re-dedicated, and the parade continued down to the waterfront, accompanied by a joyous collection of families, all basking in long-awaited sunlight after weeks of rain. The waterfront streets as well as Main Street were full of thousands of celebrants throughout the day and into the evening. It was even reported that General Colin Powell had been seen in town enjoying the festivities. The day was threaded with connections to the past. Many might recall when former mayor Anthony Phillips proposed resurrecting Community Day at a village meeting just about a year ago. His vision became a reality last Saturday. The bandstand area was crowded with bicycles, fire trucks, and people in uniform. After a blessing by Father Brian McSweeney of Our Lady of Loretto, there were brief speeches by Congressman John Hall, Legislator Vinny Tamagna, and Mayor Gallagher. The bicycle contest winners were announced by Philipstown Deputy Supervisor Richard Shea, with Brooke Vahos winning first place for turning her bike into the horse that carried Sybil Ludington through Putnam County during her historic Revolutionary War ride. Evan Pieghe took second place, while Anthony Percacciolo finished in third. The Haldane band, directed

by Deb Contini, played a number of songs, one with the vocal accompaniment of Shauna Kalantri, and others with solo instrumental accompaniment from Lucy Austin, Jerome Famularo, Catriona Daly, and Elizabeth O’Malley. It was an All-American Fourth of July day, but there was more to come. That evening, several bands played on a trailer-bed stage, and lots of people danced up a storm in the cool night air. The fireworks were spectacular by any standard, especially for a small village; some say they rivaled those at West Point. Mayor Gallagher was proud to point out that everything was meticulously cleaned up by the Highway Department, notably Russ Terrio, Kenny Trimble, and Robert Downey Jr., who worked with flashlights past midnight making sure the streets were clean and the trash receptacles emptied. Mayor Gallagher shared his thoughts on the weekend. “I had a fantastic time and it seemed like everybody else had a great time too. Boats, music, friends, a parade: how can we go wrong? A follow up is definitely in order, and we will do it again.” The Quadricentennial Community Day Celebration was an event that will be remembered for years to come. It was a day of celebrating both the universal ideas of American liberty and the particular merits of small-town-living in Cold Spring.

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‘Litter Patrol’ Works to Keep Putnam Beautiful

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The Putnam County Litter Patrol was hard at work last week on Rt. 9D in Cold Spring. Pictured above, Left to right are: Kenneth Swari, Jonathan Abbey, Chris Zelyez, Doug Braunstein, and their “Job Coach,” Nick Piperis, stopping to take a break.

Vets Enjoy Community Day by Anna Ledwith Community Day created a faithful and patriotic feeling in the warm river breeze. Standing proudly in a parade line of veterans, World War II vet Bill Flaherty said, “Everything is very patriotic, it’s something we all look forward to, the independence of our nation, and its great to be around people who enjoy celebrating the freedom of our country.” North Highlands Firehouse

Commissioner and candidate for Philipstown councilman, John Van Tassel, said he felt nostalgic towards the event. “It’s a lovely patriotic day,” he said. “It reminds me of my childhood. Everything feels very familiar to me. When I was a kid I really enjoyed watching the fireworks.” The event brought memories back to those who had been there before and created new ones for those who were experiencing it for the first time.

See Community Day photos on page 14.

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Life Experiences That Shape the Individual A Day in the Forest for the Garrison School Board Says Thank You and several other students Garrison Schoolchildren and Farewell to Three Valued Individuals shared their words with fellow

Sixth-grader Wylie McDonald reads his essay to the class by Kathy Curto radio program founded in the 1950s by Edward R. Murrow, What do love, bas eball, This I Believe. Jay Allison, and amusement parks have co-editor of This I Believe II, in common? More Remarkable PhilosoThey all have the potential phies of Remarkable Men and to bring joy, fear, sadness, and Women, reminds us: “Belief exhilaration into one’s life. often becomes clear in the Some may say they remind company of trauma, illness, us of growing up. That first and death. But you’ll also find kiss. Moving up to the majors. beliefs discovered in the calm Being tall enough to ride the of the everyday: serving pie, “big kid” roller coaster. mending clothes, feeding a But what else do these three dog. The birth of a belief is things represent? Would you unpredictable and unique to say they have the power to help each individual but the process define a person’s identity? is universal.” Would you say they could Universal? Yes. But, easy? shape an individual’s entire Not quite! belief system? The 88 essayists featured in The sixth and seventh grad- the publication were asked to ers at Haldane Middle School write about a core belief that might be able to help provide helps to define who they are. some insight and they did the As many students discovered, soul searching to prove it. Hot this task sounds a lot easier off the presses is the second than it is. Charlotte Cleary, a edition of This We Believe, Haldane sixth grader and aua book of essays written by thor of the essay, “The Belief in students of Ms. Anne Kane- Believing” offers some reflecLavin and Mr. Jeff Sniffen. tion: “This was a really hard The essays grew out of an assignment to do but I think English writing project that it was a good one because it was initiated last year and opened our minds to show us loosely based on the philoso- how beliefs are actually really phy and mission of the famous important in life.” Charlotte

sixth graders and some eager listeners at The First Annual This I Believe Literary Café held in Mr. Sniffen’s classroom on June 17. The warm “almost-summer” air and the lemonade, fresh fruit, and donuts provided a light, airy ambiance. But the words of the day were powerful and potentially life changing. Writers talked about the importance of protest, determination, and unity. Students dug deep into their life stories to discover ideas about family and love and caring for earth. They were able to link these ideas, and many more, to a sacred place within themselves-the place where our truths as human beings take root. Mr. Sniffen recognized the intensity of the project and the power of digging deep. “The idea of asking young adolescents to declare a cherished belief and personal experience in their young lives when they are just starting to explore the crevices, nooks, and corners within themselves for the first time is certainly daunting,” Sniffen said. The Haldane seventh graders who participated in this project used their memories of being asked to write similar essays last year to help craft this year’s pieces. It’s summertime now and most students are happy to be taking a break from homework. But who knows what might come of all that summer fun? A little love, thrilling roller coasters and ball games could be part of the picture but there are hundreds—even thousands—more. The everyday ideas in each moment hold the seeds of our stories. Summer’s here, but don’t forget to water those gardens. Who knows what magnificent stories might grow?

The halls and classrooms of the Garrison School were empty on June 23 as students and their teachers left the school building and traditional classroom lessons behind to hike into the Garrison School Forest for a day of learning in this classroom without walls. For many years, this 181-acre school forest originally deeded to the Garrison School by the Sloan, Osborn, and Gunther families for educational and community use, has been a valuable resource for individual classes. This was the first time in many years that the entire school population was moved into the Forest for a day of learning. A committee of volunteers and school personnel led by School Forest Committee Chairperson Hank Osborn, School Forest Coordinator Pete Salmansohn, Garrison School Principal Stephanie Impellittiere, Eco-Kids Advisor Anne Symmes, and Naturalist Cathy Bakker planned the day-long event, organizing parent volunteers and instructors from inside and outside the school. Activities were planned to incorporate art, writing, music, and science.

of Pass/Fail are eligible for inclusion on the Dean’s List: -Valerie Carril, a resident of Putnam Valley -Katherine Newsome, a resident of Cold Spring -Salina Santore , a resident of Putnam Valley -Ryan Sullivan, a resident of Garrison

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Students in primary grades hiked to Blueberry Swamp to participate in sensory awareness activities, listen to stories about fairies, and build fairy houses. In another part of the Forest, fourteen instructors stationed at various points along the trail to the South Redoubt provided outdoor education for the elementary and middle school classes. Students created sound maps, learned how to build trails and shelters, learned about birding, worked with a forest ranger and naturalists, and created works of art in the Forest. Box lunches prepared by the Garrison School PTA were enjoyed by all as a band powered by a solar panel played environmental songs at the South Redoubt.

Zikorus Receives BOCES Director’s Teaching Award

College of St. Rose Names Dean’s List Students The following local residents are among 750 students named to the Dean’s List for Spring 2009 at The College of Saint Rose in Albany, NY. Full-time students who complete a minimum of 12 credit hours and achieve a semester grade-point average of at least 3.5 with no grades of D, F, Incomplete

Hannah Penner participates in a sound mapping activity

Caithleen Zikorus, of Putn a m Va l l e y, w a s r e c e n t l y honored with the 2008-2009 “Director’s Award,” given annually by the Director of Career and Technical Education (CTE) at Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES. The award recognizes the CTE staff member who has gone above and beyond their job description in providing The Tech Center’s students and staff with time and support throughout the school year. “Nurse Caithy,” as she is known throughout the BOCES campus, is “always there and ready for students and every-

one in Tech and throughout the BOCES campus,” says CTE Director Joseph Galante. “She never hesitates to get involved and provide support for one and all.” Ms. Zikorus, who teaches in The Tech Center’s Health Services Academy, volunteers on numerous committees as well. In addition to a plaque, Ms. Zikorus received a copy of this year’s Tech Center yearbook, with handwritten notes from everyone on The Tech Center staff.

Departing Garrison Union Free School Board Members Frances DiSarro (left) and Marilyn Palefsky The Garrison Board of Education opened its June 17, 2009, meeting by bidding a fond farewell to long-serving School Board members Frances DiSarro and Marilyn Palefsky, and to teacher Sherry Martin, who is retiring after 33 years with the Garrison School. Mrs. DiSarro has served on the Board for six years, three as vice president; Mrs. Palefsky served for nine years. For most of that time, she has chaired the Board’s education committee. Mrs. Martin taught every grade in elementary school in the course of her long career in Garrison. Both retiring Board members were presented with special resolutions, accolades, and flowers from their fellow Board members, and commemorative bowls from Superintendent Gloria Colucci. M r s . D i S a r r o , a n a t t o rn e y, i s r e t i r i n g a f t e r t w o terms. “She will be missed for the clear thinking and expertise she brought to bear on many issues, especially when complex legal matters came before the board,” said School Board President Anita Prentice. Superintendent Colucci also thanked DiSarro for being a strong advocate for the dramatic arts in the

school. “Full and challenging,” is the way DiSarro described her six years on the board. “A lot of good work has been done,” she noted. “We are fortunate to have a community that is active and enthusiastic about its school, an administration that lives up to our high standards, and a faculty that has a deep and personal connection to our students and their success. The board acts as one body and I am blessed to have served with folks who have been able to put their personal differences aside and approach issues with o b j e c t i v i t y, i n t e g r i t y a n d good judgment.” Marilyn Palefsky retires after three terms on the Board. A former middle s c h o o l t e a c h e r, P a l e f s k y continues to consult for an educational training firm. Looking back over her years of service, Palefsky said she is particularly proud of the superintendents and administrators the Board has hired, the completion of the school building renovations, and the extension of foreign language instruction into the elementary school. “I have enjoyed representing all of the school’s many constituents,” she noted. “We are the community’s school.”

Mrs. Sherry Martin Superintendent Colucci praised Palefsky as a leader who “really heard the call of education.” She said the board has benefited from Palefsky’s expertise as an educator. Both Palefsky and DiSarrro said they intend to continue to help support the School District: DiSarro by directing a school musical next year, and Palefsky by continuing as a member of the Education Committee. New board members Christine Foertsch and Raymond O’Rourke will be sworn in at the board’s annual reorganization meeting on July 14. Mrs. Martin obtained her bachelor’s degree from Hunter College, and advanced degrees from Mercy College and Western Connecticut State University. According to Superintendent Colucci, “Sherry Martin exemplifies the idea of a teacher as a lifelong learner, always taking extra classes in the summer and during the school year to enrich her instruction and provide every child with the best school experience possible.” “Mrs. Martin exemplifies the spirit and the heart of good teaching,” said Board President Anita Prentice.

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Philipstown Recreation Department News Phone: 424-4618 Fax: 424-4686. Website: philipstownrecreation.com F.I.S.H. Phone: 424-4669. For your convenience registration forms are available at the Philipstown Town Clerk’s Office. F.I.S.H.- Volunteers are needed to bring seniors to doctors appointments. If you can spare a morning or afternoon please call 845-424-4618.

PRESCHOOL AGE SUMMER BABY & ME- Starts July 7th (4 one-week sessions) Tues & Thurs .Time- 9:30-11:00. LocationTown Annex (VFW Hall Kemble Ave. C.S.

Philipstown 11 & 12 All-Stars defeat Fishkill in Game #1 of District 17 Tournament

PRE – SCHOOL AGE SUMMER FUN- Starts June 29. 8 one-week sessions. Time- 9:00 – 12:00 or 9:00-3:00pm.

YOUTH PROGRAMS ALL AT THE PHILIPSTOWN COMMUNITY CENTER SUMMER FUN – 8 weeks Starts June 29 Grades 1-6. Before & Aftercare available. Cameron Young pitches the winning game for Philipstown with a final score of 6-4 against Fishkill.

8/17 week Fun & Games at Lake Surprise - Swimming included. SUMMER CLAY EXPERIENCE- July 20 or August 3 Each session 2 weeks. Grades 3-6. Time 9:00-12:00pm. May join Summer Fun until 3:00.

SPORT CLINICS CO-ED BASKETBALL- 7/13-17. Grades 6-9 Time9:00-3:00pm. Garrison School.

Philipstown 11-12 All Star players recapping the game.

The Philipstown 11-12 All-Star team win their first game in District 17 Tournament play. Top Row: Coach John Rotando, Conor McCullough, Cameron Young, Mattthew Balducci, Ryan McCollum, Kenny Doxey, Coach Laurie Marchese, John Hughes. Bottom Row: Daniel Owens, Noah Campbell, David Rotando, Jay Marchese, Jonathan Maldonado. Missing: Ryan Shubert and Nick Allen

Boys 3-4 Lacrosse Highlanders Beat Mahopac

On a beautiful Sunday afternoon for baseball the Philipstown 11-12 All-Stars defeated Fishkill 6 to 4 to win their first game of the 2009 District 17 Tournament. P i t c h e r C a m e r o n Yo u n g put in a strong performance going 4 and 2/3 innings and Jay Marchese closed out the game with a solid relief effort.

Shortstop Kenny Doxey went 3 for 4 in the game with two singles and a home run and drove in three of the team’s six runs. The entire team played solid fundamental baseball, turning in a strong defensive effort with timely hitting. Philipstown takes on Red Hook next in game number two.

Cool Down at University Settlement’s Pool The City of Beacon Recreation Department announces the opening of the University Settlement Pool for the summer season. The pool is open from July 6 thru September 6, 2009. Public pool hours are as follows:

-Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: 4pm to 5pm -Tuesday, Thursday: 3pm to 5pm -Saturday and Sunday: 12pm to 4pm A d m i s s i o n f o r n o n - r e s idents of Beacon is $8 for adults and $5 for children.

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CO-ED BASKETBALL-8/3-7. Grades 3-6. Time9:00-3:00pm. Garrison School. SOFTBALL- 7/20-24. Grades 3-8. Time-9:00-3:00pm. North Highlands Field. GIRLS VOLLEYBALL- 7/27-31. Grades 3-9. Time9:00-3:00pm.Garrison School. BASEBALL- 8/10-14. Grades 3-9. Time 9:00-3:00pm. North Highlands Field. SOCCER- 8/17-21. Grades 3-8. Time 9:00-3:00pm. Philipstown Park.

TEEN PROGRAMS BOYS SUMMER BASKETBALL LEAGUE- Starts June 23rd (8 weeks Tuesdays) Grades 6th-8th 6:007:30pm. 9th -12th-7:30-9:00pm. Location- Philipstown Community Center Gym. FOOT IN MOUTH PLAYERS- ongoing Tuesday nights Ages- 12-19. Time- 6:30-8:30pm. PICK UP SOCCER- Starts 6/29. Grades 8-12 Mon & Thurs 6:00-8:00pm. Philipstown Park. COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL- Friday nights 7:309:30pm. Ongoing. Philipstown Community Center Gym.

ADULT PROGRAMS PILATES- VFW Hall Kemble Ave S.C. July 20 ( 5 weeks) 10:00am July 22 ( 5 weeks) 9:30am July 24 ( 5 weeks) 10:00am. YOGA- Mondays Time- 7:30 -8:45pm. Location- Town Annex Kemble Ave. C.S. YOGA CV- Wednesdays Time-7:30 – 8:45pm. Continental Village Clubhouse. TAI CHI CHIH- Beginner July 14 ( 8 weeks) Time7:30-8:30pm. Advanced July 11 ( 8 weeks) 9:0010:00am. VFW Hall Kemble Ave C.S.

The Highlander Boys 3-4 Lacrosse team didn’t start the season strong, but certainly t o ok their b a t t l e - h a r d ened team to a great finish. The opening lesson of the season came at the hands of Mahopac, ending in a disappointing 13-0 defeat. “This game will measure how we have improved during the season,” touted Coach Chuck Twoguns preparing for last Tuesday’s season closer. Kyle Zimmerman (12) set the pace with the first goal with only 40 or so seconds into the first half. The Highlanders were off, and never looked back. A few minutes later Mahopac answered with their first goal. Starting goalie Brian Kelley (22) was not going to let a repeat of the first game slaughter happen again, shutting down the Mahopac attack to one goal in this half of the game. Midfielder Nick DiPalo (11) stuck his

first contribution in the net a few minutes later. Mahopac turned up the pressure and kept Philipstown at bay until Henry Driscol (23) dumped the last shot in just before the end of the first half. Constant pressure from the midfield and attack ran up 9 shots on goal to Mahopac’s 2 attempts. Anthony Lombardo (26), Elijah DeRocho (18), Ray O’Rourke (30), Luke Junjulas (14), Gus Dupree (19), Ross Groombridge (24), and Shawn O’Shea (25) were a part of the relentless attack, keeping Philipstown’s possession of the ball for a good part of two-thirds of the game. “We don’t have a lock on the game yet, but let’s keep up the good work,” said Coach Brian Kelly, as he whipped up the halftime pep talk. Kelly kept the defense fresh for a second half stand, calling on Ronan Tisley (20), Christian

Mayo (28), and Anthony Pezzulo (31). While the midfield antics of Brandon Twoguns (13) and Derek Champi (15) and Brian Kelly (22) (stepping out of the goal) kept disarming the clears of Mahopac. As the Highlanders ran up another 7 shots on goal, Eddie Joe Barry (27) stepped into the cage thwarting 4 Mahopac shots on goal. Evidently Barry forgot he was the goalie when he made a run at Mahopac’s goal before being dragged down by two defenders at half field. Nick DiPalo (11) came back for an encore, putting a second shot in the back of the net. Determined not to be left out of the fun, defenseman V.J. Fina (21) responded to Barry’s rush and bulldodged seven checks to ice the Highlanders victory. “It was not a winning season; we came a long way.” said Coach Twoguns. “We are only losing two play-

ers... moving up to the 5-6 division. We have a strong squad coming back in 2010.” The 3-4 Highlander coaches would like to thank the families, friends and P.L.A.Y. organization for their support from the winter camps through the spring season. They couldn’t be happier with participation and results. They have a great team coming back next year and welcome new teammates coming up into 3rd Grade. Together, let us keep this tradition going strong!

ADULT PICK UP SOCCER- Wednesday nights 6:00 Philipstown Park. WEIGHT WATCHERS- Wednesday nights at the Philipstown Community Center. Weigh in 6:30pm Meeting at 7:00pm. ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALLThursday nights Time- 7:30-9:30. Location- Philipstown Community Center. MENS BASKETBALL- Monday nights. Time- 7:309:30pm. Location- Philipstown Community Center. SENIOR EVENT- Must Call to register.

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P V / C Te a m s F a r i n g We l l i n W P B A B a s e b a l l A c t i o n

PV/C pitcher Charlie Pigani fanned five of the six Mahopac batters he faced in PV/C’s 7-5 win over Mahopac Sunday. The Westchester/Putnam Baseball Association is off and running this summer. With 11 baseball divisions (ages 9 to college ranks) and 177 teams stretching across Westchester, Putnam, and parts of western Connecticut, the WPBA serves as a development program for prospective baseball players

RAY GALLAGHER of all ages, but its best work is done on the younger levels, where ages 9-to-16 are featured. It is in those age groups where the talent pool is deepest within the WPBA, as the older leagues tend to draw fewer of the top-flight players in the region, who tend to latch on to more competitive American Legion-type programs. The Putnam Valley/Cortlandt Baseball Association has seen a rise in the level of play among

the younger levels, including a 9-U team that improved its record to 4-1 over the weekend and a 10-U team that didn’t just compete with Mahopac, but won the game. Coach Tom Patterson’s 10-U PV/C squad posted its biggest quality win of the season by taking out Mahopac 7-5 last Sunday at the Leonard Wagner Memorial Park in Putnam Valley. Mahopac fell to 4-4 while Putnam Valley improved to 2-3, with both clubs giving chase to frontrunners like Patterson (5-1), North Salem (51), and Mt. Kisco (6-1) in one of two 10-U divisions which feature 29 teams. Emerging from this pack will be difficult and truly impressive and the best team will surface by early August when the WPBA playoffs are scheduled. Twenty-four teams are up and running in the 9-U division, where the PV/C (4-1) team is right in the thick of a pennant chase between Mahopac National (4-0), Somers National (2-0), New Castle

(4-1), and Shrub Oak (4-1). The 9-U PV/C Chargers club pulled out another impressive victory Sunday night in Yorktown. PV/C was led by the strong pitching of John Rainieri, Kevin Bomba, and Michael Cox, who combined to allow three hits while striking out a combined 11 Yorktown batters. The Chargers’ hitting attack was led by Matt Budano, who homered in his first at-bat, while Jared Guski, Bomba, Rainieri, Michael Cox, Wyatt Beatini, and Aidan Siegal all had multiple-hit games. The PV/C Chargers started their first WPBA summer season in strong fashion. The team has made a great transition to the highly competitive WPBA competition. Thanks to the strong pitching of John Rainieri, Michael Cox, and Kevin Bomba, plus some real strong team defense and an amazing team hitting attack that has compiled a .404 batting average over the team’s first five games, the Chargers are legit. “I think our team’s strong start in WPBA is a direct result of the competition and coaching these kids experience in our PVBA spring season,” Coach Irv Bomba said. “It really shows how far our town baseball program has come in a few short years. Coaches Lent, Ferraro, Beatini, Rainieri and I are very pleased with the boys’ start, but we expect them to keep improving over this long summer season.” Coach Tom Patterson feels equally about the 10-U American team that played quite well in five of the six innings against Mahopac. “The level of play from last year to this year has been night and day,” Patterson said. “It’s a great bunch of kids who never get

too high after a win or too low after a loss. We’ve got four quality starter pitchers in Anthony Ricciardi, Charlie Pigani, Mike Hausgen, and Joey Spinola. We’ve got a solid infield, and these guys can hit and run the bases well. We’re excited to play every time we take the field.” In Thursday’s 15-2 win over Somers, Dillon White went 2-for-3 with a pair of RBI while catcher Zack Girvalo was 3-for-3 with three RBI. Kevin Gallagher fanned four in two innings pitched. Anthony Ricciardi gave a strong pitching performance Sunday against Mahopac, lasting four frames and allowing two earned runs. Chucker Charlie Pagani fired the final two innings, whiffing five Mahopac batters. Joey Spinola stole bases, including home. The PV/C 14-U team has gotten out of the gate better than anyone expected. With a 6-0 record, PV/C sits atop the division, a game ahead of Carmel (5-1). Coach Lyman’s 12-U PV/C team has also looked solid with a 4-0 start. The PV/C 18-U team took

one on the chin last Sunday, losing 9-6 to New Fairfield. The team fell to 0-4. The PV/C 16-U team has fared much better going 3-4… SALSA STOMPERS ACTION The Putnam Valley-based Salsa Stompers may be new to the Sound Shore Lacrosse League but the team remains in contention in the wide-open A-1 Division with a 1-3 record. Publik House (3-2) is the team to beat right now. In a 7-6 win over the Hudson Water Club, Salsa Stomper midfielder Tom Kelly scored three goals, including the game-winner with 14 seconds left. Attackman Kyle Calabro added three goals for the winners. Luke Flegar had four goals in a recent 10-9 loss to Harrison. PLEASE HELP US Summer is a busy time for local sports, but getting results and schedules is difficult. The PCN&R hopes to follow your summer teams over the course of the next six weeks; be it your Little League exploits, your WPBA games, or your summer league softball results. We’re asking you to

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PV/C 18-U pitcher John P a r k f i re s p i t c h i n l a s t Wednesday’s action.  

P h o to s B y R ay G a l l a g h e r

Partners With PARC Host 12th Annual Golf Outing Partners with PARC will host its annual golf benefit on Monday, July 13, 2009, at the renowned Centennial Golf Club in Carmel, NY. Based in Brewster, NY, Partners with PARC is a 501 c (3) charity which raises funds to support children and adults with developmental disabilities in Putnam County. Support of our fundraisers and events aids people in need and contributions are tax deductible, as allowed by law. This is Partners with PARC’s premier summer fundraising event, featuring a full day of golf, food, and fun! The day includes 18 holes of golf, cart, lunch, and longest drive and closet to the pin contests. This year, the outing also features the Malleolo Associates Hole in One Contest for $10,000 and chance to win a 2009 Jeep Wrangler from Bill Volz’s Westchester Jeep and a 2010 Mercury Milan from Park Ford, Lincoln, Mercury. The day will also feature lunch and beverage service, a cocktail party, summer buffet dinner, awards presentation, silent auction, and much more. This year’s sponsors include Presenting Sponsor Malleolo Associates, Eagle Sponsor Rose & Kiernan Insurance, Event Sponsor Advanced Copier Technology, and Cocktail Party Sponsor Putnam Federal Credit Union. All-day beverage service is provided by D. Bertoline &

PV’C’s Nick Congello swipes third in a 9-6 loss to New Fairfield in the 18-U division Sunday at the PV Town Park.

Legal Notices 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 hearing on Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. to hear comments on the following proposed local law:: A L O C A L L AW T O AMEND SECTION 165-44 AND TO REPEAL SECTION 165-46 OF THE TOWN CODE-NONCONFORMING STRUCTURES HEARING TO BE HELD at the Putnam Valley Town Hall, 265 Oscawana Lake Road, Putnam Valley, New York. BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD Eileen Royael, Town Clerk Town of Putnam Valley

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 a public hearing on We d n e s d a y, J u l y 8 , 2 0 0 9 at 6:00 p.m. immediately following a public hearing on a proposed wood boiler law, to consider the formation of a Timberline Estates Drainage District. BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD Eileen Royael, Town Clerk Town of Putnam Valley, NY

LEGAL NOTICE AW E S O M E F O O D S LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC) filed with the Sec of State of NY on 3/26/09. 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 Thomas Whyatt, c/o O x m a n Tu l i s K i r k p a t r i c k Whyatt & Geiger LLP, 120 Bloomingdale Rd., White Plains, NY 10605 General purposes Latest date to dissolve 12/31/2029.

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY C O M PA N Y. N A M E : 9 MOUNTAIN DRIVE, 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 06/06/09. 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 the process to the LLC, 9 Mountain Drive, Carmel, New York 10512. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

LEGAL NOTICE PERFECTION PAINTING NY, LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 5/14/09. Office in Putnam Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 23 Har Mil Dr., Cold Spring, NY 10516, which is also the principal business location. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

LEGAL NOTICE NOBLE MONUMENTS LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC) filed with the Sec of State of NY on 4/15/09. 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 Donna Nobilione, 441 Rte. 6, Mahopac, NY 10541 General purposes.

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY NAME: ABOVE S TA N D A R D S E C U R I T Y GROUP, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State o f N e w Yo r k ( S S N Y ) o n 05/01/09. 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 Martin A. Wein, Esq., 65-12 69th Place, Middle Village, New York 11379. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY C O M PA N Y. N A M E : M . BUCCI, LLC. A rticles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State o f N e w Yo r k ( S S N Y ) o n 12/10/08. 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 Michael Bucci, 114 Vista On The Lake, Carmel, New York 10512. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

Sons, Inc./Michelob Ultra, and Gasko & Meyer/Harpoon Brewery. “This event is unlike other outings in the area,” says Rand Bridget Otten, Partners with PARC’s director of development. “We’ve created an exciting and elegant golf experience, with the help of nationally recognized sponsors, and we hope to increase participation this year to include 200 golfers from the region.” Centennial has received a 4-star/outstanding rating from Golf Digest, called the “best public course for entertaining clients in the met area” by Business Week The cost for the all-inclusive cocktail party and dinner is $75 per person and reservations are required. Registration and lunch begins at 11am-12:45pm and the putting green and practice range will be open. Shotgun start at 1pm. This is a rain or shine event. Fees are $225 per golfer and $850 per foursome. Reservations are due by July 1, 2009. To register call Rand Bridget Otten, director of development, at 845-278-7272, ext. 287. Golf sponsorships including hole sponsors ($150 per hole, or $100 for two or more holes) are still available. Additional details and registration forms are available at www.PartnerswithPARC.org

LEGAL NOTICE Notice of the formation of Greentek Clean Energy, L L C . A r t s . o f O rg . f i l e d with the Secy. of State on 4/9/2009. 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: 527 East Mountain Rd., Cold Spring, NY 10516. Purpose: any law­f ul activity. LEGAL NOTICE BURGERKIDS, LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC) filed with the Sec of State of NY on 5/27/09. 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, 22 Peppergrass Ln., Garrison, NY 10524 General purposes LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY C O M PA N Y. N A M E : REMINGTON CUNEO I N T E R N AT I O N A L , 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 03/31/09. 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, 74 South Street, Patterson, New York 12563. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

LEGAL NOTICE L O C A L L AW # 1 5 O F 2009 LEGAL NOTICE BLUE SKY BRIDGE, LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC) filed with the Sec of State of NY on 2/3/09. 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, 368 Bullet Hole Rd., Patterson, NY 12563 General purposes. LEGAL NOTICE Go-Go Ops, LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC) filed articles of organization with the Sec. of State of NY on 4/6/09. NY Office location: P u t n a m C o u n t y. S S N Y i s designated as agent upon whole process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 30 Bank St. Cold Spring, NY 10516 Purpose: any lawful activity. LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of Top Rope Promotions, LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 5/12/09. 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 c/o Lloyd Zeiderman, 170 Avery Lane, Garrison, NY 10524. Purpose: any lawful activities.

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY C O M PA N Y. N A M E : 2 0 4 M Y RT L E AV E N U E HOLDING, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State o f N e w Yo r k ( S S N Y ) o n 05/18/09. 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, 9 M u s c o o t We s t , M a h o p a c , New York 10541. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of 228 North Quaker Hill Road, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 4/28/09. Office location: Putnam County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Corporation Service C o m p a n y, 8 0 S t a t e S t . , A l b a n y, N Y 1 2 2 0 7 , registered agent upon whom process may be served. Purpose: any lawful activity. LEGAL NOTICE MASTER MART & GAS LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC) filed with the Sec of State of NY on 5/8/08. 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, 1565 Rt. 22, Brewster, NY 10509 General purposes Latest date to dissolve 5/7/2038

LEGAL NOTICE PAUL’S SEALCOATING LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC) filed with the Sec of State of NY on 3/23/09. 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, 57 Mohegan Pl., New Rochelle, NY 10804 General purposes

LEGAL NOTICE COUNTY OF PUTNAM NOTICE FOR BIDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that sealed bids will be received by the Director of Purchasing of Putnam County for the following commodities and/or service: 1 ) R E B - 2 1 - 0 9 PA P E R PRODUCTS AND JANITORIAL SUPPLIES Detailed specifications may be secured at the o ff i c e o f t h e D i r e c t o r o f Purchasing, County of P u t n a m O ff i c e F a c i l i t i e s , 110 Old Route 6, Building No. 3, Carmel, New York 10512 between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday. You may also visit our web site at www.putnamcountyny.com. Sealed bids must be filed in the above office on or before 1:00 P.M., WEDNESDAY, JULY 29, 2009. dated: Carmel, New York June 30, 2009 Alessandro Mazzotta, Director

L O C A L L AW / A M E N D ARTICLE II OF CHAPTER 31/CODE OF PUTNAM COUNTY/ENTITLED “LEASES” A Local Law to Amend Article II of Chapter 31 of the Code of Putnam County Entitled “Leases” Be it enacted by the Legislature of Putnam County as follows” Section 1. Article II of the Code of Putnam County entitled “Leases” is hereby amended to read as follows: Article II Leases § 31-2 Purpose. From time to time there is a surplus of County property which is not required for public use by the County. P u r s u a n t t o C o u n t y L a w, the County Legislature has the general care and control of the corporate real and personal property o f t h e C o u n t y. U p o n t h e determination by the County Legislature that real property is not required for public use by the County, the property may be leased for such period of time and upon such other terms and conditions as may be prescribed by the County in the same manner and with the same rights and privileges as if the property was owned by an individual. The County Executive is in the best position to ascertain the amount of surplus space available at any one time, to negotiate and enter into leases for such surplus space. § 31-3 Notification. A t l e a s t a n n u a l l y, a n d by March 15 of each year, the County Executive shall report to the County

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Photographic Salute to the 11 Achieve Perfect Attendance Tw o - P e r s o n E x h i b i t i o n Garrison Residents Present Opens at Insight Gallery ‘Bollywood 101’ Series Hudson at Riverwinds at Haldane Elementary Mrs. Maggie Davis, Principal of Haldane Elementary School, is pleased and proud to announce the names of students who had perfect attendance for the 2008-09 school year: Lucy Austin,

Abigail Duncan, John Farrell, Julie Geller, Owen McGinley, Brett Schwartz, Nicolas Sterling, Mackenzie Tokarz, Seth Warren, Sydney Warren, and Heather Winne.

Philip D’Amato Graduates from Endicott College

Linda Hubbard - Hudson River, Celebrating the River RiverWinds Gallery, at 172 Main Street in Beacon, is celebrating its sixth anniversary and is featuring “Salute to the Hudson River: Through a Photographer’s Eye.” The camera clicks, but it is the photographer’s sense of light, depth, composition, and passion that tell the story of this famous river. These six Hudson Valley artists are each unique, and have their special interpretation of the Hudson. An artists’ reception will be held at RiverWinds Gallery on Beacon’s Second Saturday, July 11, from 5-8 p.m. and the show will run through August 3. Photographers featured in the show are Robert Rodriguez, Jr., Linda T. Hubbard, Mike Sibilia, Claudia Gorman, Karl LaLonde, and Brian Tervenski. RiverWinds Gallery opened its door in July 2003 and has

showcased and supported Hudson Valley Artists, and provided outstanding fine art and unique gifts for customers. It features more than 35 of the finest Hudson Valley artists. There are traditional fine art, and contemporary crafts including ceramics, pottery, cards, paintings, photography, jewelry, apparel, and home decor. Gallery hours are Wednesday - Monday 12 - 6pm and 9pm on Second Saturday. Directions: Route 84 exit 11, take Route 9D South, turn left at Main Street. The Gallery is on the left, a block and half East on Main Street. For further information: RiverWinds Gallery, 172 Main St, Beacon, NY 12582 845-8382880 www.riverwindsgallery. com. Or Contact MaryAnn Glass 845-632-2174 or Linda Hubbard 845-221-3662.

Groom Your Pooch at Humane Society Dog Wash The Putnam Humane Society’s unique summertime Dog Wash Day Spa will be held at the shelter on Old Rte 6, Carmel, from 11am to 4pm on Sunday, July 12 (raindate July 26).

The complete spa treatment includes shampoo, nail trim and micro chipping for $35. A shampoo only costs $10 for a large dog and $8 for a small dog; nail clipping is $7, microchipping is: $25.

Legislature any County real property which is not presently required for use by a County department or agency (surplus real property) and shall periodically thereafter advise the County Legislature of any changes to this report as such shall occur. § 31-4 Authorization. A. T h e County E x e c u t i v e i s h e r e b y, a n d shall be solely, authorized to negotiate all leases. Once a lease is negotiated, and at least sixty (60) days prior to the commencement date of the proposed lease term, the County Executive shall submit to the County Legislature, for consideration and approval, a final version of the proposed lease agreement. The County Legislature shall consider and either approve or disapprove the proposed lease agreement within sixty (60) days of its receipt of same. The terms and conditions of the lease shall not be further modified thereafter. Upon the approval of the County Legislature, the County Executive shall be authorized to enter into a lease for such surplus real property. No lease for County-owned property may be entered into without the approval of the Putnam County Legislature by a majority of the Legislature.

by the County Executive’s former Chief of Staff because the County had no law regarding the enforcement of traffic laws on county owned property. Anyone who comes on County property must obey the traffic signage and they should expect the same treatment if they fail to obey the signs as they would on the open road. This will allow Vehicle & Traffic laws to be enforced on County property.

B. A lease renewal shall follow the same procedure outlined in Subsection A hereto. § 31-5 Occupancy. No surplus real property of the County may be occupied or otherwise utilized by any individual or entity, prior to such time that a lease is approved by the Putnam County Legislature and executed by all parties in accordance with the provisions of this Article. Section 2. This local law shall take effect immediately. BY ROLL CALL V O T E : S I X AY E S . T W O N AY S – L E G I S L AT O R S BIRMINGHAM & FUSCO. LEGISLATOR TAMAGNA WAS ABSENT. Item #5f – Approval/Local Law/Amend Article III of Chapter 31 of the code of Putnam County/Entitled “ Ve h i c l e s a n d T r a f f i c ” was next. On behalf of the members of the Rules Committee, Legislator Hay moved the following: Chairman Hay stated that this issue was introduced

Legislator Oliverio stated that his concern was the enforcement. He wants to see the signs obeyed. However as long as he has been here there has been no enforcement. He has seen so many vehicles speed past the County Office Building’s front entrance without stopping at the stop sign. If there will be enforcement, he will support it. Chairman Hay stated that when it comes to enforcement, it is like the old saying “where are the cops when you need them”. Legislator Oliverio stated that this issue has been brought up in the past and nothing came of it. It was his opinion that was because there had been no local law in place. Legislator Fusco made a motion to table this resolution. There was no second. He then made a motion to amend with the following wording: to add the word “moving” in Section 3136 between the words “regulation of” and “traffic”. He also added a new paragraph in Section 31-36 to read: “Any and all traffic devices so placed under this law must comply with New York State Vehicle and Traffic Laws and the rules and regulations of the State of New York with regard to the placement of said traffic devices.” Chairman Hay stated that as the motioner he would accept the amendments. Upon further review L e g i s l a t i v e C o u n s e l Va n Ross determined that these amendments changed the local law substantially and any action tonight would be invalid. The local law will be on next month’s agenda. A L O C A L L AW T O AMEND ARTICLE III OF

Philip J. D’Amato, the son of Philip & Patricia D’Amato of Cold Spring, graduated on May 16, 2009, from Endicott College. Philip majored in Physical Education - Teacher Licensure and received a Bachelor of Science degree. Over 595 degrees were

conferred to students at the Master, Bachelor, and Associate degree levels. Located in Beverly, Massachusetts on 231 acres of oceanfront property, Endicott College offers Master and Bachelor degree programs in the professional and liberal arts.

Lyme Disease Documentary Screens at Downing Center The riveting film Under Our Skin will be screened at the Downing Film Center, located at 19 Front St. on the Newburgh waterfront. Under Our Skin is a fascinating, terrifying look at Lyme disease, an often unrecognized pandemic that has taken root in our country over the past two decades. Even more frightening than the life-shattering disease is the reluctance of the health insurance industry to quickly and effectively address the problem. In too many cases, patients’ symptoms are misdiagnosed, mistreated, ignored, or dismissed as merely psychosomatic. In Under Our Skin, director Andy Abraham Wilson uses the stories of several triumphant Lyme patients to build a case for what amounts to an unflinching indictment of the modern healthcare system, where the intertwined interests of physicians and insurance companies too often trump the well-being of patients. Under Our Skin will screen

at the Downing on Sun, July 12 at 2pm and Mon, July 13 at 2 & 7:30pm. Each of the three screenings will be followed by a q&a session. Mary Brescia, RN, will be available after all three screenings. She has been a Registered Nurse for 29 years – she has been trained as LLRN (LymeLiterate RN) through ILADS (International Lyme & Associated Disease Society). Having been diagnosed with Lyme, babesia, and bartonella for over 17 years, Mary has become a researcher and activist against the medical struggles one faces with tick-borne diseases that have now been recognized as being the #1 infectious disease pandemic in the world, far surpassing the AIDS epidemic. Steven J. Bock, M.D., FAAP, DABMA, DABAAM will join Mary Brescia for the session following the 7:30 screening on Monday, July 13. Dr. Bock has been practicing complementary and progressive medicine for over 30 years.

CHAPTER 31 OF THE CODE OF PUTNAM COUNTY ENTITLED “VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC”

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE 7a/2009 AGENDA Please be advised that the next meeting of the Planning Board will be held at Town Hall, 265 Oscawana Lake Road on Monday, July 13, 2009, for the purpose of considering the following applications:

Be it enacted by the Legislature of the County of Putnam as follows: Section 1. A new Section 31-36 entitled “Duty to Comply with Traffic Control Signs and Signals” is hereby added to the Code of Putnam County to read as follows: S e c t i o n 3 1 - 3 6 - Tr a ff i c Control Signs and Signals No person shall fail, neglect or refuse to comply with any instruction, direction or regulation displayed upon any post, standard, sign or marking on any drive or other device installed or placed for the regulation of moving traffic on county property. Any and all traffic devices so placed under this law must comply with New York State Ve h i c l e a n d Tr a ff i c L a w s and the rules and regulations of the State of New York with regard to the placement of said traffic devices. Section 2. The existing Section 3136 is hereby renumbered to Section 31-37. Section 3. The existing Section 3137 is hereby renumbered to Section 31-38. Section 4. The existing Section 3138 is hereby renumbered to Section 31-39. Section 5. This local law shall take effect immediately.

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE WT 7/2009 July 2, 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 13/09 Mary & Craig Piotrowski 123 Lake Front Road TM: 62.10-2-2 WT 16/09 M a r i o n D u n n 15 Canopus Hill Road TM: 61.-1-21

Communications: 5:30pm Regular Meeting Start Time: 6:00pm PUBLIC HEARING The following public hearings have been scheduled for July 13, 2009 at 6:00PM (or as soon thereafter as agenda conditions permit) at the Putnam Valley Town Hall, 265 Oscawana Lake Road, Putnam Valley, New York, 10579. All interested parties are invited to attend and will be heard. A copy of the application materials and plans may be inspected during normal business hours at the office of the Planning Board Clerk, Town of Putnam Valley Town Hall. 1. Dominguez, JoseButterfly Lane (TM: 74.141-22/File: 74.14/1104/948) The applicant is proposing to construct a single-family residence on 26.2 acres of land located at the terminus of Butterfly Lane in the Low-Density Residence R-3 Zoning District. The public hearing will be held on the Site Development Plan and Wetlands Permit. 2. R o s e H i l l s Cemetery-101 Mill Street (TM: 84.-2-35/File: 20080030) An application has been filed to expand the R o s e H i l l C e m e t e r y. T h e cemetery property consists of ±58 acres and is located on Mill Street, proximate to its intersection with Peekskill Hollow Road, in the PD Zoning District. The applicant is proposing a “scattering garden” and a 68’ x 55’ office building with associated parking. The public hearing will be held on the required Site Development Plan, Major Grading Permit, and Wetlands Permit. 3. Lee, Yung – Birch Hill Road (TM: 73.-1-23/ File: 2009-0042) The applicant is proposing a 2-Lot subdivision on approximately 21(+/-) acres of land located on Birch Hill Road in the Moderate Density Residence (R-2) Zoning District. The Public Hearing will be held on the

Another art opening will be taking place at Insight Gallery, the new exhibition space inside the Many Light Hands store on Main Street. The show, whose opening is on Saturday, July 25, from 4 to 7pm, features Hudson Valley artists Carol Flaitz and Rudolf van Dommele and the musical group Painted Betty. Have a glass of wine and something to eat while talking to friends in a unique and relaxed setting. Carol Flaitz has taken part in exhibitions in New York City, England, and Wales and has also shown her work locally. Carol works in pastels, acrylics, encaustics, and mixed media. Rudolf van Dommele graduated from the Photography Academy in The Hague, Netherlands and moved to Paris to work with legenda r y p h o t o g r a p h e r Wi l l i a m Klein. After traveling the world doing fashion photo

shoots, Rudolf eventually settled in New York, where he worked with renowned photographers Bruce Weber, Mario Testino, Steven Meisel, and Annie Leibovitz. He is now working as a commercial photographer, always looking for the balance between form and function, the moment and aesthetics, or just light and dark. Painted Betty is a collaborative of five musicians who, during the recent rise of the Cold Spring music scene, found a common love for music. They play an eclectic mix of covers and originals, including blues, jazz, country and folk; sometimes they even throw in an occasional song in French or Spanish. Members of the group are guitarist Tim Hall, clarinet and sax player David Rothenberg, bassist Andrew Hall, and singers Deb Madsen and Sonia Ryzy-Ryski.

D i s c o v e r t h e Wo r l d o f Amazing Arachnids On Saturday, July 18, at 10am, the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum will take you into the world of spiders with, Amazing Arachnids! Come to the Outdoor Discovery Center location, entrance on Muser Drive, across from 174 Angola Road, Cornwall, to learn about the remarkable life of spiders that are found on every continent of the world and have existed for millions of years. Participants will meet a few of these eight-legged friends and enjoy a web walk, on the fields of the Outdoor Discovery Center, in search of arachnid finery. The morning will end with an artful spider craft to take home. This program is suggested for adults

with or without children and children ages 5 and up. The cost is $5. Members are $3.

On Saturday, July 11, at 4pm, a new film series, Bollywood 101: Greatest Hits of Hindi Cinema, will kick off at the Ossining Public Library with a free public screening of the highest-grossing and perhaps most famous Indian film of all time, Sholay. The six-film series, which will play on Saturdays once a month through December, is curated by Garrison residents and longtime Bollywood fans Michael Enright and Carolyn Lengel. “Bollywood 101”

makes a great introduction to commercial Hindi films for the curious newcomer—and must-see repeat viewing for those already familiar with the joys of Indian movies. Other selections include Mani Ratnam’s Dil Se (1998) on August 15; Bimal Roy’s Bandini (1963) on September 12; and Manmohan Desai’s Amar Akbar Anthony (1977) on October 10. The Ossining Library is located at 53 Croton Avenue in Ossining.

Cold Spring Man Charged With Criminal Mischief Sheriff Donald B. Smith reports the arrest of a Village of Cold Spring man on a felony charge of criminal mischief. On June 25, 2009 at 5am, Deputy Sheriff William Rossiter responded to a report of a trespass on Route 9 in the Town of Philipstown. A resident had reported that a Hispanic male subject had been “banging” on exterior doors of the building. Upon arrival, the deputy observed extensive damage to the building and determined that the suspect was no longer on location. While investigating the incident, the deputy received a report of a Hispanic man behaving suspiciously near

the intersection of Routes 9 and 301. The description matched the description of the suspect who was the subject of the trespass complaint. The deputy responded to the location and encountered Florencio C. Zarate, 25, of 60 Parsonage Street, Cold Spring. Mr. Zarate admitted to the deputy that he had caused the damage. The deputy arrested Mr. Zarate and charged him with Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree, a felony. If found guilty of the felony charge, the defendant could face up to seven years in a New York State correctional facility and a fine of up to $5,000.

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For more information, call (845) 534-5506, ext 204. To find out more about the Museum and the many interesting programs offered, v i s i t t h e w e b s i t e a t w w w. hhnaturemuseum.org.

Putnam Hospital Center’s free Neuro Support Group will meet Monday, July 20, from 4 to 5pm, in the PHC conference room at the hospital, located at 670 Stoneleigh Avenue in Carmel. The group is for patients and families of those living with stroke/CVA, brain injury, Parkinson’s disease, and Huntington’s disease. Meetings,

held the third Monday of every month, include information, speakers, discussions, and fellowship and support. The group is facilitated by physical, occupational and speech therapists from the hospital’s Rehabilitative Services Department. Registration is not required. For further info call 279-5711, Ext. 2482.

for approval of site plan for proposed restaurant/ renovation of and addition to existing commercial building. The proposed use shall be for a B-1 occupancy restaurant with a maximum seating capacity of forty patrons. Proposed total floor area of building is 1,552 square feet. The property is located at 544 R o u t e 9 D i n t h e To w n o f Philipstown. Total acreage is 0.36. Tax map number is 82-1-37. At said hearing all persons will have the right to be heard. Copies of the application, plat map, site plan, and related material may be seen in the Office of the Planning Board at the Town Hall. Dated at Philipstown, New York, this 12th day of June 2009. Anthony Merante, Chairman Philipstown Planning Board

LEGAL NOTICE COUNTY OF PUTNAM NOTICE FOR BIDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that sealed bids will be received by the Director of Purchasing of Putnam County for the following commodities and/or service:

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Preliminary Subdivision Plat, Site Development Plan, and Major Grading Permit.

SKETCH 4. Putnam CaféOscawana Lake Road (TM: 91.8-1-1/File: 2008-0016 The applicant is proposing amendments to the approved Site Plan. The Planning Board will continue its review of the proposed Amended Site Plan. REVIEW 5. Feldman, MartinLee Avenue (TM: 62.181-49) 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. I N A C T I V E APPLICATIONS 6. NYCDEP-Route 301 (TM: 19.-2-16/ File:19./0706/1087) 7. Fieldstone-Bryant Pond Road (TM: 74.-135.1, 35.2, 63.-3-28, 45, 52 and 50/File: 63./903/837 74./903/836) 8. Putnam County N a t i o n a l B a n k Oscawana Lake Road (TM: 91.27-1-5&12/File: 91.27/0806/1089) 9. Martin, Howard (TM: 51.81-1-35/File: 20080007 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 10. Approve Minutes of June 22, 2009

LEGAL NOTICE COUNTY OF PUTNAM NOTICE FOR BID NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that sealed bids will be received by the Director of Purchasing of Putnam County for the following commodities and/ or services: 1. Enviro-Guard and GeoMat System Installation — RFB130588 — Project # 07282009A 2. Peat System Installation — RFB130589 — Project # 07282009B Detailed specifications can be picked up by Licensed Experienced* Septic Installers at the offices of the Septic Repair Program, 100 Rte. 312, Brewster, New York between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., M o n d a y t h r o u g h F r i d a y.

There will be a SITE VISIT o n We d n e s d a y, J u l y 2 2 . 2009 at 9:00 a.m. at The Septic Repair Program, 100 Route 312, Building No. 4, Brewster, New York.

If you are interested, please contact Michele at (845) 278-8313. Sealed bids must be filed with the Director of Purchasing, C o u n t y o f P u t n a m O ff i c e Facilities, 110 Old Route 6, Carmel, New York on or before 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, July 28, 2009. *Experience requires 5 Projects Inspected/ Approved by the Putnam County Department of Health. RFB130588 requires manufacturer's certification or attendance of the EnviroGuard as well as GeoMat in-service seminars. RFB130589 requires manufacturer's certification or attendance of the Bord NaMona in-service seminar, in addition to the abovementioned 5 Projects Inspected/Approved by the PCDOH. dated: Carmel, New York July 1, 2009 Alessandro Mazzotta, Purchasing Director Putnam County Purchasing Department LEGAL NOTICE Philipstown Planning Board Public Hearing - July 23, 2009 The Philipstown Planning B o a r d f o r t h e To w n o f P h i l i p s t o w n , N e w Yo r k will hold a public hearing on Thursday, July 23, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. at the VFW H a l l o n K e m b l e Av e n u e in Cold Spring, New York to consider the following applications: Garrison Station Plaza, Inc. - Application dated February 5, 2009 for approval of site plan for the renovation of an existing three-story residential/commercial building previously housing a deli/pub in the commercial section and replacing same with professional office space. Repair of existing sewage treatment facilities. The property is located at 7 Garrison Landing in the Town of Philipstown within t h e B - 1 d i s t r i c t . To t a l acreage is 6.673 acres. Tax map number is 60.17.-1-7. Unjoo/Dong (Tom) Yu Application dated December 1, 2008 (revised 5/15/09)

LEGAL NOTICE COUNTY OF PUTNAM NOTICE FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that sealed proposal, will be received by the Director of Purchasing of Putnam County for the following commodities and/ or service: R F P # 0 6 - 0 9 AUCTIONEER SERVICES Detailed specifications may be secured at the office of the Director of Purchasing, C o u n t y o f P u t n a m O ff i c e Facilities, 110 Old Route 6, Building No. 3, Carmel, New York 10512 between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through F r i d a y. T h e C o u n t y o f Putnam officially distributes bidding documents from the Purchasing Department or through the Hudson Valley Municipal Purchasing Group's Regional Bid Notification System. Copies of bidding documents obtained from any other source are not considered o ff i c i a l c o p i e s . S E A L E D PROPOSALS must be filed i n t h e a b o v e o ff i c e o n o r before 1: 00 PM, Tuesday, AUGUST 4, 2009. Dated: Carmel, New York June 26, 2009 Alessandro Mazzotta, Purchasing Director Putnam County Purchasing Department

1) RFB-34-09 PUTNAM COUNTY KENT SENIOR CENTER GEOTHERMAL WELL DRILLING AND TESTING Detailed specifications may be secured at the o ff i c e o f t h e D i r e c t o r o f Purchasing, County of P u t n a m O ff i c e F a c i l i t i e s , 110 Old Route 6, Building No. 3, Carmel, New York 10512 between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday. You may also visit our web site at www.putnamcountyny.com. Sealed bids must be filed in the above office on or before 1:00 P.M., WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2009. dated: Carmel, New York July 2, 2009 Alessandro Mazzotta, Director Putnam County Purchasing Department LEGAL NOTICE COUNTY OF PUTNAM NOTICE FOR BIDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that sealed bids will be received by the Director of Purchasing of Putnam County for the following commodities and/or service: 1) RFB-31-09 PUTNAM COUNTY KENT SENIOR CENTER WATER SUPPLY WELL Detailed specifications may be secured at the o ff i c e o f t h e D i r e c t o r o f Purchasing, County of P u t n a m O ff i c e F a c i l i t i e s , 110 Old Route 6, Building No. 3, Carmel, New York 10512 between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday. You may also visit our web site at www.putnamcountyny.com. Sealed bids must be filed in the above office on or before 1:00 P.M., WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2009. dated: Carmel, New York July 1, 2009 Alessandro Mazzotta, Director Putnam County Purchasing Department

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2009 C o l d S p r i n g C o m m u n i t y D a y

Photo Essay by Anna Ledwith, Annie Chesnut, Hans Claessens, F r i t z C l a e s s e n s , a n d Z a c A i le s

Bicycle Decorating Contest

Brooke Vahos, left, won first place with her historical approach: She dressed as Sybil Ludington, the Paul Revere of Putnam County, while her bike served as the horse. Evan Pieghe, above, finished in second place, while Anthony Percacciolo, right, took third.

T HE P UTNAM C OUNTY N EWS A ND R ECORDER

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Recession Raffle 100 gallons of free oil was won by Richard Nobile, a Nelsonville resident

Pictured above: Cathy, Alicia, Carey, Alline (who pulled the winning ticket), and Maria

Join the Downey Family and become eligible for our next Drawing on August 1st

DOWNEY OIL CO. 845-265-3663

DOWNEY

mobil Heating Oil • Diesel

OIL COMPANY Route 9D • P.O. Box 306 Cold Spring, New York 10516

90 Years of Warm Service plumbing lic. #85

DowneyOilNY.com 845-265-3663

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Kerosene

service contracts budget plans complete heating systems installed and serviced 24 hour full service 7 days a week same day deliveries competitive pricing

• • • • • well pump services • air conditioning services

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THE PUTNAM COUNTY NEWS AND RECORDER

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

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

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 845265-4710 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 FURNITURE RESTORATION serving the area with quality professional work for over 30 years. Custom refinishing excellent repairs, chair caning and rushing. Call Sunburst 845-297-1671 1597 Rte 9 Wappingers Falls.

EXPERT GROUNDS MAINT Weekly/Biweekly, cleanups, organic fertilization programs. Landscape designs/installations, Tree care by Carl Rankel, certified arborist. Lic/Insured. www.create-a-scape.us 845424-2323 PC COMPUTER TROUBLE Repair/Instruction/Upgrade needed? We can help, reasonable rates 845-265-3089 HOUSECLEANING thorough, honest, reliable, natural products provided. Exc refs 845-518-3616 AWAY IN JULY? HALDANE Honor Roll HS Student avail to feed cats, water plants, get mail etc. Cold Spring Village only. Refs 265-7695 HOUSECLEANING AVAILABLE Experienced, honest, reliable. Exc refs. Cold Spring, Garrison area. Cell 917-5572776 EMY ADULT CAREGIVER available. Exp, drive to all appts. Dispense meds. Companion. Call Ray 845-265-3769 TUTORING GRADES 1-4 Masters Degree/certified for Childhood Ed 1-6. All subjects. Contact Adam 917-8624224 or 845-809-5211 HOUSEKEEPING AVAILABLE by European woman, ten years experience long term local refs: Contact Zuzana at cell 914-469-1594. CERTIFIED NYS TEACHER grades 1-6, 7-12 Science, Biology with Masters Degree looking to tutor students in all subjects during the summer months. Low hourly rates. Please call Lora at 845-7650675 TUTOR Summer academic review, including: Writing, Math, SAT prep. and Spanish. All ages. Seventeen years teaching. Frank Ortega 845-265-4236 SPANISH TUTOR: Want to learn Spanish over the summer? 4th yr college student & Haldane graduate will tutor for very reasonable rates. Call Jen Larese 845-489-2123 CREATIVE WRITING FOR Teens. If you're 13-16 & want to develop your own style, sign up for this workshop! Classes start Jul 13, Mon & Wed nights. Taught by college students. www.hudsonvalleywritersloft. blogspot.com

EVENTS HORSEMEN TRAIL FARM Health Workshop & Potluck. Start 7pm Wed July 1, Aug 5, farm tour 845-265-2665 RSVP [email protected] BABY BELLY YOGA! Prenatal Kundalini Yoga for women at any stage of pregnancy! 6/28-8/2, Sundays 121:30pm, $90 series/ $15 drop in- The Yoga Co-op at The Garrison. For info manymoonsyoga.com register by email [email protected]

FREE FREE TO GOOD HOME Electric Stove (we're remodeling) 845-265-2443

TAG SALE RINALDI FLEA MARKETS Every Sunday 900 Route 44 Poughkeepsie 8am-4pm. Free parking and admission something for everyone... Visit Rinaldifleamarkets.com Vendors wanted. Great Food. ESTATE SALE JUL 10-12 187 Lake Surprise Road, Cold Spring off Fishkill Road. 106pm daily. Robert Blair

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 MAKE A CHILD SMILE this summer by becoming a Fresh air Fund host family. The FAF's been doing this since 1877 and has provided free summer vacations to more than 1.7 million NYC children. All are carefully screened and fully insured. You can pick the gender and age of the child you invite. You can be old, young, with kids or without, single, married, living together-the kids don't discriminate and neither do we. Just have love in your heart and a happy home. Please call Lisa Martens at 845-736-4247 or [email protected] ICE CREAM SCOOPERS, good pay, Sat or Sun a must. Call Annie 845-265-5000 Cold Spring Depot/Scoops

LOST & FOUND FOUND RING JULY 4TH on the ground at the Band Stand in Cold Spring. It could mean something to someone. Anyone wanting to claim it call Lisa at 845-424-6003, and describe in detail.

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. Zoned Ind. 845-265-2665. [email protected] 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 GARRISON SCHOOL DISTRICT 3 Bdrm 1 1/2 Bths, formal Dng Rm, Lrg Lvng Rm w/ Fplc, Hrdwd Flrs, Unfinished bsmt, W/D, oil furnace, 2 zone heat. All rooms wired for phone and cable. All thermal windows, new roof, full walkin attic, town water, low taxes, 845424-3591. Price negotiable COLD SPRING: CALLING all investors. commercial building on Main Street avail for sale. All of the units are in great condition. It is an instant money making opportunity. The Silver Circle 914-271-7644 COLD SPRING: $425,000 Walk one block from the Hudson to this charming village home with many classic features. Sit and read by one of the four brick fireplaces or sit out on the back deck overlooking the gardens, or looking off at the river and mountain views. The Silver Circle 914-271-7644 GOT EXTRA LAND? We're looking for a small piece of land to p ut up a small house in Garrison off/near 9D. Will pay cash. GarrisonLand@ yahoo.com Thank you.

LCL ARTIST OSTONES Jewels of Fire One of a Kind Wood-Fired Clay Necklaces www.ostones.com www.chrisostrowski.com

FOR SALE KENMORE 15000BTU Window AC. Used less than 2 months in 2008 $300. Contact Dan 845-265-3802

MISC 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 917680-1465 or 845-265-2175

CHILDCARE RESPONSIBLE 21 YR OLD with transportation available to nanny/babysit all days of the week until late September. Refs avail. Call 845-489-2390

RENTALS COLD SPRING MAIN ST store for rent 1000 sq ft. Great location 1 block RR $1600/mo. Incl heat 845-528-1975 COMMERCIAL SPACE avail at 3021 Rte 9, Cold Spring. Warehouse 1,600 sq. ft. with office 300 sq ft. $2,000 a month and a store front 1,800 sq. ft. which is great location very visible $2,500 a month. Utilities not incld. Pls call 845-265-3434 OFFICE SPACE 11' x 13' convenient location, close to all, Garrison. $525.00 incl all utilities except phone. call 914720-4835 ask for Ann ONE BDRM APT HEAT/HW incld. Electric incld W/D incld. Walk to train/basement storage. $1300 monthly. 914-4759241 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 2BDRM CONDO COLD Spring 1.5 bth, EIK. H/HW/ cable/parking incl, pool, laundry/storage in basement. $1600/ mo. 917-922-5943 BEAUTIFUL POST AND Beam 2 BDRM house for rent. Estate like property with pond. Mins from Poughkeepsie train station and Taconic Parkway. Beautiful 5 acre yard, park like setting. Great deck and grape arbor facing pond. Perfect for home business. $1700/mo plus utilities. Refs. 914-456-4974 GARRISON 3BDRM 2BATH house renovated 1860 farm house, beamed ceilings, skylites, sub zero. Unique inholding in Fahnstock State Park amid 3500 acres of forest, lakes, water falls, meadows. Garrison school, lawn care, lake & beach permits incld. $2400/mo 845-265-2519 GREAT VACATION WEEK Five Star Resort. Vacation in the Berkshires, Hancock, Mass. One bedroom unit - sleeps four, includes living room, bedroom, fireplace, kitche3n, bath, balcony and two TVs. Indoor/outdoor swimming pools, children's pool and playground, pet friendly. Easy access to Tanglewood, Williamstown Theatre, Norman Rockwell Museum and Berkshire theater Festival. Unit avail Sat Aug 29, 2009 for one week $590. Call 845-264-4525 BEAUTIFUL WATERFRONT cottages available for rent during July or August. 2 Bedrooms, full bath, kitchen and living room. Heated pool, playground, and barbecue. Magnificent sunsets!! $1850-2000 per week. The Montauk Soundview 631668-5500 LARGE STUDIO APT utils incld $800/mo. Main St.Cold Spring, near railroad. 914-779-5999 $1700 TWO BDRM ONE bath cape on one acre in Garrison NY. Recently renovated, stainless steel appliances. Walk to Garrison train station. Utilities not included 845-216-4128

GARRISON'S LANDING 2 offices, can be combined. 1 room 290 sq ft w/private bath $750. 1 room 230 sq ft w/river views $625. Heat + parking included. Walk to train. 845424-3937 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 MAIN ST storefront avail immediately. Small $700. Day: 914-2712100 Eve: 845-737-4032 GARRISON: COMMERCIAL space in office complex. Will build to suit. Day: 914-2712100 Eve:845-737-4032 BEACON: 2-3 BEDROOM apt. Bright and newly renovated. $1,600. Day: 914-2712100 Eve: 845-737-4032 GARRISON COUNTRY Cottage, 2 bdrm house w/cathedral ceilings, lovely wooded setting, 5 mins to train. Nature lovers delight $1500. No smokers. W/D Sec/Refs 845-4244110

PETS LOST OR FOUND PET? Call Dog Control Officer, 265-4732. Call Sheriff's Dept., 225-4300 only in an emergency. 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 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 CAT ADOPTION DAY AT Estate Sale 187 Lake Surprise Road, Cold Spring. Adult cats spayed and neutered. Find a treasured friend amongst the treasures. ANGEL IS AN OLDER sweet cat who was brought to the shelter by her owner who had to go into a nursing home. Now she is lonely and unhappy at the shelter. Please try to give Angel a new family to love. To meet Angel contact The Putnam Humane Society, Old Rte 6, Carmel. Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat & Sun 10am-4pm. 845-2257777 www.puthumane.org