Community
Join women-supportive Habitat for Humanity event
Ulster County Habitat for Humanity and Lowe’s stores will co-host the first-ever “Local Women Build” eventon Thursday, March 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2 Donna’s Way (268 Glasco Turnpike, Saugerties on GPS). Park across the street near the red barn.Claudia Andreassen will be volunteering along with others. Women and their male allies are invited to volunteer and learn new home improvement skills while raising awareness about safe and affordable housing for women and women-led families. No construction or power tool experience is necessary. Visit ulsterhabitat.org/volunteer to learn more.
Lenten study group
The Reformed Church of Saugerties at 173 Main St. will host a Lenten study group on the following Thursdays: March 5, 12, 26 and April 2 at 7 p.m. The Sunday afternoon sessions that began March 1 will also continue on March 8, 22 and 29 at 12:30 p.m. The discussions will deal with concerns about death and dying. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Pastor Ruth at refsaug@yahoo.com or call 246-2867.
Step up Saturdays
Meet members of Indivisible Saugerties every Saturday at Hudson Valley Dessert Company, 264 Main St., from 11 a.m. to noon. Their objective is to help neighbors find concrete actions to resist Trump and “Trumpism,” from voter registration to writing postcards. The group will have information about diverse actions that may be taken locally and nationally.
Friends of Historic Saugerties talk trains
The Friends of Historic Saugerties will present “Stories of the O&W” on Saturday, March 7 at 2 p.m. at the Saugerties Public Library, 91 Washington Ave. Admission is free and open to everyone with seating limited. Presenter Gail Whistance has collected stories and “then-and-now” photographs of the O&W Railway that once ran through the heart of Ulster County from Spring Glen to the end of the line in Kingston. She will discuss what she has learned about the stations on its route, which for a time were the lifeblood of their communities. In 1957, the O&W became the first major railroad in the U.S. to be abandoned. Whistance is a retired IBM technical writer and computer programmer who has made her home in Hurley since 1983. She has written several historical articles on the history of Hurley and is currently exhibit curator for the Hurley Heritage Society.
Society of Little Gardens meeting
The Saugerties Society of Little Gardens will hold a meeting on Wednesday, March 11 at 1 p.m. at the Saugerties Public Library, 91 Washington Ave. Everyone is welcome. The speaker will be Katherine Nadeau of the Catskill Mountain Keepers. Her subject will be environmental issues regarding bees and other pollinators. The population of bees has decreased in recent years due to the use of pesticides.
Master Gardener hotline offers horticultural help
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County (CCEUC) Master Gardener volunteers staff the Horticulture Hotline, located at the CCEUC Education Center, 232 Plaza Road in Kingston Plaza, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to noon from March through October. The Horticulture Hotline offers free, unbiased, research-based information and advice to more than 1,000 home gardeners annually.The number to call is (845) 340-DIRT (3478).
Other services offered include pH soil testing and plant, insect, and disease identification. The cost for identification is $5 plus $1 for each additional sample. Testing for soil pH (acidity or alkalinity of soil) and soil texture costs $3 for the first sample plus $1 for additional samples. Home gardeners will receive a recommendation of how much lime or sulfur to add to adjust the pH, based on what will be grown and the size of the garden. Full soil analyses are available by purchasing a Rutgers soil test bag or a Cornell soil pH test kit, each priced at $25. For more information about the Master Gardener Program, contact Dona Crawford at (845) 340-3990, ext. 335 or email dm282@cornell.edu. For information on all services offered, visit http://ulster.cce.cornell.edu/gardening.
Achievement by local martial artists
Six students at TAD Martial Arts, 32 Partition St., competed and medaled at the recent Maryland State Championship. Each qualified for a spot to compete at the USA National Championship to be held in Texas in July. Carlos Leon Lozano, Adrian Lozano, Max Ramirez, Andrea Guzman and Hazel Guzman each received a gold medal for first place in their respective divisions. Victor Guzman earned a silver medal for second place. The two teams competing – Team S.W.A.G and team Soldiers of Christ – represented Saugerties and Shining Light ministries.
Candlelight concert featuring original songs by Paul Clarke
The Reformed Church of Saugerties at 173 Main St. will present “An Evening of Original Songs by Paul Clarke” on Friday, March 13 at 7 p.m. The event will feature surprise guests, local musicians, singers and friends. All proceeds benefit the Saugerties Good Neighbors Campaign on behalf of Taylor Block, a 16-year-old resident of Catskill being treated for bone cancer. Tickets cost $10 at the door.
Paul Clarke is a modern troubadour who composes and sings songs across genres, shedding light on dark places. His songbook spans more than 40 years. He has recorded with local legendary producer and sound engineer, Malcom Cecil, since 2000. For more information, contact paulclarkesongs@hotmail.com or visit his website at paulclarkesongs.com.
Author talk about coping with loss
Speaker and author Marianne Angelillo will give a presentation on Tuesday, March 17 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. in Vanderlyn Hall, Room 203 on the Stone Ridge campus of SUNY Ulster. Angelillo will discuss her family’s journey to overcome the grief of losing her 17-year-old son in a car crash involving underage drinking, ultimately demonstrating the transformative powers of grief, love and faith. She will be available to sign her book, Sharing My Stones, which may be purchased at the presentation. The event is co-sponsored by the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, SUNY Ulster and Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) and is free and open to the public. Seating is limited; to register contact Linda Farina at (845) 687-5192.
Learn how to charge an electric car
Saugerties Climate Smart Task Force member Steve Wehr will conduct a class about how to use electric vehicle charging stations on Saturday, March 21 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Saugerties Public Library, 91 Washington Ave. The discussion will include a live demo using the charger located at the library. For more information, visit http://ClimateSmartSaugerties.org/calendar.php.
Local green summit
Engage in a green conversation with local environmental groups on Saturday, March 21 from 2-4 p.m. in the community room of Saugerties Public Library, 91 Washington Ave. The library is co-hosting the event along with members of the Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency, Esopus Creek Conservancy and the Saugerties Green Team, who plan to launch a new monthly meet-up of eco-focused organizations in the community. Exchange ideas and discuss climate smart initiatives on a local level. Hear from Saugerties-based groups that include Climate Smart Saugerties, Longspoon Collective, Saugerties High School Eco Club, Tree Commission, Farmer’s Market, Climate Action Group, Garlic Festival, Cantine Field, ShoutOut Saugerties and members from the town and village boards. Admission is free.
Pork loin dinner
Reformed Church of Saugerties at 173 Main St. will host a fundraising pork loin dinner on Saturday, March 21 from 5-7 p.m. The menu includes pork loin, roasted potatoes, carrots, applesauce and dessert. Cost is $12 for adults, $8 for ages 6-12 and free for kids under age five. Seating is limited. Reservations are required by calling (845) 246-5035 or (845) 246-2867.
Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt
The Saugerties Lions Club will sponsor their 22nd annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Glasco Firehouse on Saturday, April 4 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. (Rain date is Saturday, April 11.) Admission is free. Prizes will be awarded for returned eggs. The event is co-sponsored by Benson Steel Fabricators, Sawyer Automotive Group, Glasco Abstract and Jim Halwick Gutters with contributions by Mickey’s Igloo and Krause’s Candy. For more information, call 399-6915.
Penny social
Reformed Church of Saugerties, 173 Main St., will host a penny social on Saturday, April 4. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. with calling at 1 p.m. The event includes a “specials table” and a 50/50 raffle. Refreshments will be available. For more information, call (845) 246-2867.
Saugerties Sports Hall of Fame induction banquet
The 2020 induction banquet for the Saugerties Sports Hall of Fame will take place on Saturday, April 18 at Diamond Mills Hotel, 25 S. Partition St. Doors open at 5 p.m. The club will induct Pat Caffrey, Jay Dodig, Mark Herb, Steve “Einer” Martin (posthumously) and Jimmy Speirs (posthumously) as new members. A cocktail hour will be held from 5:30-6:30 p.m. followed by ceremonies and dinner at 6:30 p.m. Tickets cost $30, available by contacting Mike Hasenbalg at mikehasenbalg@yahoo.com or (914) 388-2348.
Arts and Entertainment
Opening reception for ‘Paper Trail’ at Emerge Gallery
Emerge Gallery & Art Space at 228 Main St. will host an opening reception for “Paper Trail: Works On and Made With Paper” on Saturday, March 7 from 5-8 p.m. The show features a collection of collages, pastels, oil, watercolor, ink and other media, and will remain on view through Sunday, March 29, when a closing reception will be held from 3-5 p.m. The group show of works on paper or created with paper will feature a curated selection of works by monotype artist Susanna Ronner, whose prints are inspired by music and dance. Gallery hours are Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 6 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. For more information, visit emergegalleryny.com.
‘Musical March’ film series
The Saugerties Film Society is presenting “Musical March,” a series of film musicals screened Saturdays at 6 p.m. during the month of March at the Saugerties Public Library, 91 Washington Ave. The first film in the series, Top Hat (1935), starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, will be screened on Saturday, March 7. The screwball musical comedy features music by Irving Berlin. On March 14, the film will be Cabin in the Sky (1943), directed by Vincente Minnelli with music by Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong in this classic musical starring Ethel Waters. On the Town (1949), directed by Stanley Donen and Gene Kelly, starring Gene Kelly and Frank Sinatra with music by Leonard Bernstein, will be shown March 21. The final film in the series will be A Star is Born (1954), starring Judy Garland and James Mason, directed by George Cukor. The films are free and open to the public.
Call for sculptors
The Saugerties Arts Commission is supporting International Sculpture Day with events that run April 4 through the end of the month. In addition to gallery shows planned for 11 Jane Street Art Center, J.J. Newbury and a special feature at Emerge Gallery, Saugerties businesses are invited to display sculpture in their windows. Sculptors who would like to apply for this opportunity may send their name, contact info and two images of their work to Barbara Bravo at arts@saugerties.ny.us no later than Tuesday, March 10. Participating businesses will choose an artist from the work submitted.
Lighthouse TV23 top picks this week
Friday, March 6 at 1 and 8 p.m. “Just Coolin’-Tributes to some Jazz Greats.” This week: Roy Ayers.
Saturday, March 7 at 2 and 9 p.m. “Strata: Portraits of Humanity.”Tuesday, March 10 at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. “Inspirational Thoughts to Live By” with Bryan Golden. This week: Education is a Lifelong Endeavor. Running time: one minute.Wednesday, March 11 at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. “Saugerties Village Board Meeting” recorded March 2.Wednesday, March 11 at 1 and 7 p.m. “Saugerties Town Board Meeting” recorded March 4.
Civic
Ethics Committee meeting
The Town of Saugerties Ethics Committee will hold a meeting on Wednesday, March 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the building department’s conference room at Town Hall, 4 High St.
Schools
High school equivalency classes
The SUNY Ulster Office of Continuing and Professional Education will offer several courses to help prepare students for the Test Assessing Secondary Competency (TASC) needed to earn the High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma. Designed for students who did not graduate from high school but want a certificate equivalent to a traditional high school diploma, the program provides instruction and comprehensive review in language arts, writing, reading, math, science, and social studies. The course will focus on preparing students for college and assist those seeking enrollment in a SUNY Ulster degree or certificate program.
Classes will be held at the Kingston Center, 94 Mary’s Ave. A daytime class meets Monday through Thursday from March 9 through April 27 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The evening class meets Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from April 6 through June 9 from 5-8 p.m. Additional classes will be offered beginning in May. The fee for the class is $20 with an additional $20 textbook fee. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, call (845) 339-2025 or register online at www.sunyulster.edu/ce.
Local students of note
Five students from Saugerties made the Dean’s List at Rochester Institute of Technology for the 2019 fall semester. Hannah Pagerey is in the mechanical engineering program, Sophia Edgar is in the film and animation program, Michaela Cohen is studying physics, Nicholas Hummer is in the chemical engineering program and Hannah Webber is studying 3D digital design. Degree-seeking undergraduate students are eligible for Dean’s List if their term GPA is greater than or equal to 3.40.
Library
Interesting Readers Society
Ages 13-18 are invited to discuss February’s book, “A Study in Charlotte,” by Brittany Cavallaro. Meet in the Teen Room on Thursday, March 5at 6:30 p.m.
Film screening of Jump at the Sun
The Saugerties Film Society will present a screening of Jump at the Sun(2008) on Friday, March 6 at 8 p.m. The documentary directed by Sam Pollard is about American author, anthropologist and filmmaker, Zora Neale Hurston.
Artist reception for Larry Revene
Meet artist Larry Revene at a reception on Friday, March 6 from 6-8 p.m. Revene’s paintings highlighting historical women are on view at the library throughApril.
Google Docs basics
Learn to type and edit documents using Google Docs and compare it to Microsoft Word in a free class on Tuesday, March 10 at noon. Register at the circulation desk or call 246-4317.
Motherless Daughters Support Group
A monthly support group for women who have lost their mothers or are estranged from their mothers will meet on Thursday, March 19 at 6 p.m. in the community room.
Meet and greet new library director
A meet-and-greet with Evelyn Rogers, the new Saugerties Public Library director, is planned for Saturday, March 28 from 1-3 p.m. in the community room. Light refreshments will be served. The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Saugerties Public Library and is free and open to the public.
Library information
Regular library hours are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The library is located at 91 Washington Ave. The library webpage is www.saugertiespubliclibrary.org. Calls and emails are welcome at (845) 246-4317 and director@saugertiespubliclibrary.org.
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