Congratulations to Mike Knapp! Al Valk sends word that grandson Mike graduated from the Pikes Peak Police Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado on June 15, 2020.
On December 20, 2019 Mike completed three years in the U.S. Army, stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado Springs which included 10 months of service in Afghanistan. He then joined the Colorado Army National Guard (The 1st Battalion 157th Infantry Regiment). Mike is looking forward to working in Law Enforcement. Rich Knapp and Angelina Collins Knapp of Wallkill are Mike’s proud parents. Thank you Mike for your service.

Due to weather conditions the July 1st Summer Concert was canceled. Don’t miss tonight’s event! At 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 8 and every Wednesday through August 26 “Music in the Grove” offers a free Summer Concert at Wooster Grove Memorial Park, 89 East Main Street. Tonight we look forward to featuring Fred “Midnight Slim” Scribner & LaurieAnne Savaglio, quite the dynamic duo.
Fred is a former member of the Levon Helm Band and has recorded with many blues legends such as Buddy Miles, Tom Jones and Donald Fagan of Steely Dan fame. He was inducted into the New York Blues Hall of Fame in 2014. LaurieAnne is a proven songwriter and has received many awards for her songwriting talent. She can transform seamlessly from a Patsy Cline tribute to Bonnie Raitt. Together, Fred and LaurieAnne will play classic rock, country blues and originals. This show will take you on an extraordinary musical journey! On July 15, the Bunker Boys will entertain. Bring your friends, your lawn chairs and stop by for a safe, socially distant concert. Also, call the Town of Montgomery Dial-A- Bus to schedule a Free pick up at 845-457-2622.

Belated “Happy Birthday” wishes to a special Walden resident. On July 6 Tara Bliss was feted to a birthday celebration by family Mike, Mason, and Michaela. Family and friends wish her all life’s best
Walden P. D. Chief Jeffry Holmes will be celebrating his special day on July 10. Family, friends and Walden P. D. are ready to help him celebrate.
Walden Rotary Club members send Happy Birthday wishes to Urs Kopp on July 9 and to Dan Zica on July 10. Also special Wedding Anniversary wishes are sent to John and Rae Fallon and Urs and Heidi Kopp on July 8. May you all enjoy your special day.

Jocelyn Chung sends word that every Friday, 2 – 6 p.m until October 23 a Farmer’s Market is held on the grounds of the First Reformed Church, 70 Scofield Street, Walden. Be sure to pay them a visit. In addition to homegrown vegetables, micro greens, and mushrooms, you will find honey, maple syrup, eggs, soap and more.

The Walden PBA, the Josephine-Louise Public Library and the Village of Walden invites you to come out and help them celebrate Chief Jeffrey Holmes’ “Walk Out” on his last day – Friday, July 17, 12 noon. Please arrive at Walden Village Hall, 1 Municipal Square promptly at 11:30 a.m. for line-up. All non-emergency vehicles are asked to park in the Oak Street and Orchard Street Parking lots Please RSVP by July 13 to retire@waldenpd.com Attn.: Officer Montanaro.

Last call to purchase a memorial brick or an honoring veteran brick to be installed and dedicated at Walden Veterans Memorial Park at the Veterans Day Ceremony is fast approaching. Orders must be received by July 15. Applications are available on the Village Website, WCC Facebook, VFW or by calling Brenda at 845-778-4028. Brick sizes are 4” x 8” - $40 and 8” x 8” - $80.

The Josephine-Louise Public Library sends the following news:

The Curbside Service currently offered at the library has kept us hopping! It is good to be able to hand out books, movies and most importantly, our Summer Reading Program information. Remember, we have Summer Reading activities for all ages. Call us at 845-778-7621 and ask for Miss Lisa, adult programming or Miss Beth for Children’s activities. We are anxiously hoping to reopen Monday, July 13. Deliveries from other libraries may begin the same week. Please note: restrictions may apply as to the number of people coming into the building and you will need a mask to enter. Computer use will be by appointment only. Curbside service will continue for those who may be uncomfortable coming into the library.
The push continues for everyone to complete the 2020 Census survey. The Village of Walden response rate is currently at 61.8%. Please remind your neighbor, friend, relative that completing the Census survey will benefit you and the community you live in with representation in government and funding. There will be a Census table with library staff at the Music in the Grove concert series every Wednesday to answer all of your questions or concerns. The survey has only nine questions! Citizenship is not among them. Come by and chat with us. You may walk away with a fun incentive for filling out the survey!

“Imagine This: Virtual Book Discussion” – Politically Correct Bedtime Stories by James Finn Gardner, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 16. Register ahead of time for a PDF of the book to read. Miss Lisa will take your information. You will be called the day before the program on how and when to log in online for what promises to be a lively discussion!