On October 6, Police Chief William Herlihy and Police Sgt. Roy Werner attended the Village of Walden’s Board of Trustees meeting to honor a retired member of the Village of Walden Police Department who recently completed 23 years of dedicated service to the Village of Walden Police Department and Village residents. Tribute was paid to Officer Peter “Rick” Wolven.
Peter began his career with the Village of Walden in December of 1997 as a part time police dispatcher.
Peter’s goal wasn’t just to be a dispatcher, his goal was to become a Police Officer. After working as a police dispatcher, Peter was accepted to and attended the Orange County Police Academy. In March 1999 Peter graduated the Police Academy obtaining his certification as a Police Officer in the State of New York. He continued to work for the Village of Walden but now as a part time Police Officer. This work continued until June 15, 2020 when he retired.Throughout his career, Officer Wolven has been the recipient of department awards and citations including a life saving award, just to name one.
In presenting Peter’s retirement Shield and identification Chief Herlihy said “I have had the pleasure of working with Officer Wolven as his partner when I was patrolman and as his supervisor after I was promoted to the position of Sergeant.I now have the great honor as Chief of Police, along with the Police Department members in attendance and with the approval of the Mayor of the Village of Walden, along with the Village board members, of presenting Officer Peter Wolven with his retirement Shield and Identification. Thank you for your 23 years of dedicated service to the Village of Walden residents. I will forever consider you my brother and a part of my family”.
We all congratulate you Officer Wolven on your retirement from the Village of Walden Police Department. Thank you for your service.

Walden Sunshine Society members send “Happy Birthday” greetings to Geri Iorlano on October 15. Time to celebrate!
Members of the Walden Rotary Club join in wishing a “Happy Birthday” to Bob Santo on October 18; John Revella on October 20 and Diane Decker on October 27. Happy Anniversary wishes are sent to Keith and Cindi Hunter who will be celebrating on October 15. May you all enjoy your special day! Thank you for all your good work rendered to our community.
Family and friends all look forward to sending “Happy Birthday” wishes to Joe Tubbs on October 14 and to his wife, Judy Tubbs on October 15. Special wishes from me too!

Be reminded hydrant flushing will take place in the Village of Walden the entire month of October. Your water may be discolored but is safe to drink. If you have concerns direct your call Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to the Village Water Department 778-2177, ext. 1522.

The Walden Humane Society, 2489 Albany Post Road, Walden will hold their next indoor yard sale on Thursday, October 15, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. You will find many treasures. Face masks are required. Keep in mind all proceeds benefit the care of the animals at the shelter.

For information call the shelter at 778-5115. Thank you for your support.

The Village of Walden’s Village Wide Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, October 17, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at various residences throughout the Village. Not to be missed! Always exciting when you find a treasure you have been searching for.

On Sunday, October 18, residential garbage customers can begin placing items curbside for Bulk Pick Up. Trash pick up will continue from October 18 - 23. All items will be picked up by October 23. Once the truck completes your street, it will not return. Questions call 778-2177.

The Village of Walden Recreation and Parks Department will host Walden’s Drive Thru Trick or Treat at James Olley Park, 98 Sherman Avenue on Saturday, October 31, 4 - 6 p.m. You enter the park at the top of Sherman Avenue entrance, then drive to receive your bag of goodies. You will exit out of the park on Penny Lane.
You will not get out of your car.

For information call 778-2177 ext. 1524.

The Josephine-Louise Public Library sends the following news:
The Great Giveback is on! The Josepine-Louise Public Library has chosen to collect items for the Walden Humane Society and the Castle Point VA Hospital/Orange County Veterans Service Agency. A complete list of items can be picked up at the library or found on the library’s website: waldenpubliclibrary.org. Please bring your items to the library and we will deliver them to both agencies. Items will be collected through Saturday, October 17.
We are slowly bringing back some of our favorite programs. Mahjong will be held every Monday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., second floor Community Room.
Classic Movie Night is scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 6 p.m. Our feature film will be the old classic “Godzilla”. Please remember that masks are required and we will create social distancing at our programs.

Just a reminder: Miss Linda’s weekly packets are ready for pick up every Monday for ages 3 5 years. They include story-related themes and crafts to create at home.
Miss Beth’s Halloween-themed Book Walk Display will be Monday, October 19 - Monday, November 2. Come take a look at our book walk displayed around the Municipal Building!
Join in our Pumpkin Decorating Contest for all ages! Prizes will be awarded for different categories.Pick up your pumpkin and instructions at the library, then send your “pumpkin picture” to wal@rcls.org for your chance to win a prize! If you can’t take a photo to send us, simply stop in at the library with your creation!
“Read for the Record” is an annual movement promoting early literacy. This year it is scheduled for Thursday, October 29. Stop in the library anytime during the day or evening to take part in a reading of “Evelyn Del Rey is Moving Away” by Meg Medina. Friendship bracelet Kits will be available to make at home for a friend! Also look for a Live Reading Event with Miss Beth at 10 a.m. that same day on our Facebook page.
The 2020 census deadline has been extended to October 30.The response rate for Walden is currently 68.1 percent. Let’s try for 70 percent and complete the survey today!