To end the Halloween season, all Shawangunk residents are invited to bring their pumpkins and jack o’lanterns to the inaugural Pumpkin Smash on Sunday November 6 at 2 p.m. at the Town of Shawangunk Transfer Station on 267 River Road. Or just come to watch. In collaboration with the Town Environmental Management Committee, tour the transfer station, learn more about recycling, composting, and how you can help keep Wallkill clean. Hit the bullseye with your pumpkin or jack o’lantern and win a Stewarts Gift Card for a free ice cream cone.

Back by popular demand, Vision of Wallkill is offering a DIY workshop to create a holiday themed garland to decorate your home or give as a gift. Join us on Saturday November 12 at 10 a.m. in the Community Room at the Shawangunk Town Hall. This is an easy project suitable for most ages, though children 5 - 10 years of age should be accompanied by an adult. The workshop fee is $15 per garland set, and you will have all the supplies to make a festive garland. No scissors, glue or tools required. When you finish, add a strand of lights to your garland for a glowing feature before displaying. Only $15 for a child and helping adult. Grab ‘n Go garland sets will also be available to assemble in your home at your leisure and must be picked up during the workshop. To reserve a garland, call/text Donna at 845-527-6230.

Are you thinking how you will decorate your house or business for the upcoming holiday season? We have heard from reliable sources that many have already ordered their lights and decorations so they can start decorating!

And to get you into the holiday spirit, come to the “Holidays in the Hamlet” festivities on Saturday December 3 between 4 and 8 p.m.

We welcome your helping hand at our next event or our monthly meeting on November 10 at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the Shawangunk Town Hall. Details on these and other upcoming events can be found on Vision of Wallkill’s website or Facebook page. Call/text 845-527-6230 for any questions.