Judy Parsells
By Judy Parsells
Please remember that this column runs the third Thursday each month. I need your news for one month by the second Wednesday of each month.
Have you heard about The Town of Crawford Giving Tree? It’s located in the lot at 86 Main Street in Pine Bush, and we think it’s the most beautiful tree around! That’s because it’s decorated with donations of new, or gently used: scarves, hats, earmuffs, mittens, and gloves of all sizes. Might you have something to donate? There’s a bin at the foot of the tree containing plastic baggies and clothes pins so donations can be placed right onto the tree. (There are even sharpie markers there to label the bag’s contents!) Or- Perhaps you, or someone you know are in need of something?
ALL are welcome and encouraged to take whatever is needed. The Giving Tree will remain standing, and restocked throughout the 21-22 winter season. Special thanks: This all stemmed from the idea of an 8 year old town resident, Michael Gessel Jr.! With some assistance; he originally set up a small donation spot in their front yard. It became so popular, that a bigger space was soon needed. Mom; Kristen Gessel proposed the idea to our Supervisor & Town Board. They were all completely supportive of the initiative and a partnership quickly formed.
Senior Fitness Classes for Town of Crawford Residents, 55+. Chair yoga is currently offered each Monday; 10 am – 10:45 a.m.
In 2022 we’re scheduling an additional weekly senior class: senior strength: Thursdays; 1 - 1:45 p.m. Classes are $3, and are hosted at The Crawford Government Center, 2nd Floor, 121 State Rt. 302, Pine Bush, NY. As always, please consult with your physician prior to taking any fitness class. It’s easy to begin! Arrive 15 minutes early your first day to fill out paperwork. Bring a document that reflects your residency is within the Town of Crawford. Wear comfortable clothing, sneakers, and bring water. Inclement Weather or Holidays:
For more information email: d.ragni@townofcrawford.org
The Pine Bush Little League is now accepting registrations for the 2022 Season. All registrations are being done online through the league website at pinebushlittleleague.org. If your child attends Pine Bush Elementary, EJR, Crispell, or the High School, you are eligible to play in the PBLL regardless of your address! For more information, please visit the website or email: info@pinebushlittleleague.org
The Pine Bush Senior Citizens and Walker Valley Seniors meetings have been canceled due to Covid until March.
The next Board of Education meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 1 at 7 p.m. at the Pine Bush High School and on Tuesday, February 15 at 7 p.m. at Circleville Middle School. The Budget Presentation Program has begun. Check the district website to verify due to Covid.
Library news
The Pine Bush Library is cautiously operating with all services being available. It may be limited at times
Upcoming programs are as follows. Please register for the programs of your choice as space will be limited.
845-744-4265 ext. 2.
Thurs. Jan. 20 1:30 p.m. Color Me Happy with Bill and Sue Wiand. This will be a power point presentation. Did you know that colors play a big role in how one feels? Have you noticed how advertisements can grab you on making decisions on their product? We will also take a look at how colors affect your health and moods.
Tues. Feb. 15 12 p.m. Project Hope. Art of Creativity for Managing Stress. Hands on activity
Thurs. Feb. 17 1:30 p.m. Bill and Sue Wiand. All are Psychic.
Thurs. Feb. 24 10:30 am. Narcan Training.
The library has invited anyone longing to make a snowman, please come to the library lawn when the snow building is right and create a snow creature. We will take a picture and post it. Write a story and we will share it with your permission. Let’s be creative.
We have two story times, one for the toddlers on Mondays and one for the preschoolers on Wednesdays. You must sign up. Call 845-744-5295. We have reading with Mocha, our Reading Assistance Dog. Sign up for a 15- minute time with Mocha.
Check out our digital resources for more information.
Happy Birthday to Helen Walton, January 20, Maria Pongracz, January 21; Dawn Loechner, January 24; Connie Latime, January 27; Harry Budd, January 30; Matt Murra, February 1; Barbara Palinkas, February 4; Mary Galipeau, February 6; Doris Hamel, February 6; Jenn Byrne, February 7; Jennie Ramsay, February 9; Hugo Robbiano, February 10; Betty Moorhead, February 10; Jim Licardi, February 10; Margaret Sinclair, January 12; Alice Wieringa, February 14.
Deepest sympathies are extended to the family of Pine Bush Central School District Superintendent Tim O Mains. Tim was my boss and I miss him tremendously.
Deepest sympathies are extended to the family of Ronnie Watkins. Ronnie was an icon in Pine Bush, everyone knew and loved her. She will be greatly missed.
Deepest sympathies are extended to the family of Ted Lewandowsky.