Getting to know you
The New Paltz Police Department invites the community to Water Street Market on Thursday, October 15 from 10 to 11 a.m. Lieutenant Brianna Quigley and officer Cheryl Benjamin will be available to answer questions.
New Paltz Police Chief Robert Lucchesi, who took over as chief several months ago, has initiated these informal sessions with the public in an effort to foster communication between the department and the residents they work to serve and protect.
“There’s no agenda, we’re just there to talk, answer questions, listen,” said Lucchesi, who noted that they can have five members of the community show up or ten. “It’s been pretty well attended and I’m just happy to keep the conversation going and looking forward to having community members meet lieutenant Quigley and officer Benjamin if they haven’t already.
Saugerties break-in assault
Last month, Saugerties Police detectives initiated an investigation into a reported sexual assault during the overnight hours in the Village of Saugerties. The complainant reported to police that she was sleeping when she was awoken by a male standing in her bedroom next to her bed with his hand under her clothes and between her legs. The male fled the residence upon startling the victim.
An Investigation conducted by police detectives has led to the arrest of 24-year-old Jairo A. Gonzalez-Palma on the charges of: Burglary in the second degree (felony) and forcible touching (misdemeanor). According to police, Gonzalez-Palma has five prior arrests in Saugerties, one of which included burglary charges in 2018, when he was also accused of illegally entering another person’s dwelling.
Gonzales-Palma, who is listed as homeless, was released on his own recognizance upon the court issuing an order of protection on behalf of the victim.
Kingston police arrest two
Police have arrested two Kingston residents in connection with an October 7 shooting. That day, police arrested a 19-year-old Kingston resident, Jahsi M Quiles. The next day, a second arrest was made as a result of the investigation: Matthew J Harries, 21, also of Kingston.
Both were charged with first-degree assault and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon. Quiles was charged, arraigned and released at arraignment. Harries is being held and is expected to be arraigned at a later date.
At about 2:25 p.m. on October 7, members of the Kingston Police Department, New York State Police and Ulster County sheriff’s office responded to a shooting in the area of Elmendorf Street between Broadway and Belvedere Street. The victim, a 21-year-old Kingston male, was shot twice while walking on Elmendorf Street. He managed to run to a residence he was familiar with and was transported to the Health Alliance emergency room by a friend. He was later transported to Westchester Medical Center for further treatment. He is in stable condition.
During the course of the investigation a loaded handgun was recovered. The investigation is continuing and police are asking anyone with information to call 331-1671 or 331-4499. All calls and information will be kept confidential.
Fall bakery and market
The Reformed Church of New Paltz will hold a fall bakery and market on Saturday, October 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the church on Huguenot Street in New Paltz. This socially distanced fundraiser will feature pies and apple fritters with curbside, contactless pick-up. Apple, Dutch apple and pumpkin pies ($15 each) can be pre-ordered and pre-paid online at https://bit.ly/2GsTYHn. If you prefer to order your pies by phone, call Cheryl at 430-0025. The deadline for ordering pies is Tuesday, October 13. Apple fritters will be available the day of the sale (no pre-orders).
Covid-19 precautions for volunteers and customers will be taken at all times, this includes during prep, as well as at the time of pickup. A small select group of vendors will be set up on the lawn next to the Jamison House. Plans are in place to do this socially distanced. Masks are required.
Orders will be confirmed via email or phone. For pick-ups on October 17, please follow signs from North Chestnut Street (Route 32) at Broadhead Street to Huguenot Street.
New leaders familiar faces
Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan has shuffled his economic development team, appointing Tim Weidemann director of economic development and Lisa Berger to director of tourism. Weidemann most recently, he served as the first director of innovation. Berger, who most recently served as the director of economic development, previously worked as the director of the Ulster County Office of Employment and Training and deputy director of tourism.
“In my executive budget address, I outlined an action plan for creating a sustainable and ‘people-centered economy,’ said Ryan.” In order to do that it is critical that we can create real synergy between departments like economic development, employment and training and tourism. As we continue to recover from this pandemic, Tim and Lisa will both play central roles in allowing us to grow a more equitable economy.”
In his 2021 executive budget, Ryan proposes to spend approximately $5.3 million in the operating budget and capital program to support economic development in the county.
Both appointments are subject to confirmation by the Ulster County Legislature.
Woodstock gallery space
The Center for Photography at Woodstock welcomes the community back into its gallery space to view the current exhibition, “Particle, Rupture, Synthesis,” featuring cameraless photography by Anne Arden McDonald. Most images are unique prints created by the artist using light or chemical exposure directly on the photo paper. The resulting works are subtle abstractions that emphasize creative expression, rather than process.
Appointment slots will be available during the week on Tuesday through Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and the center will be open on Saturday afternoons from noon to 4 p.m. To book an appointment, visit info@cpw.org.
The Center for Photography at Woodstock is taking safety precautions very seriously. By booking an appointment, you are agreeing to wearing a mask and abiding by social distancing regulations.
The Center for Photography at Woodstock is at 59 Tinker Street.
Virtual climate workshop
The Gardiner Library will host a virtual climate action workshop with SUNY New Paltz associate professor Andrea Frank on Monday, October 19 at 7 p.m. Learn about climate solutions. Participants in the workshop can see the impact on global temperature, sea levels and other factors. For information, visit www.gardinerlibrary.org.
Get-out-the-vote virtual concert and rally
Community members, international performers, political representatives, candidates and activists have gathered for a reprise concert (this time, virtually) as Hudson Valley Votes comes together to get out the vote. Airing on Saturday, October 17 at 8 p.m., via HVV’s YouTube channel and social media, as well as via Radio Kingston, Radio Woodstock and others, this third annual concert-rally features local and international talent.
Filming took place at the Hutton Brickyards. Performers include: Justin Vivian Bond, Nels Cline, Brian Collazo, Abena Koomson-Davis, Jack DeJohnette, Gail Ann Dorsey, Energy Dance Co., Cheme Gastelum, Corey Glover, Amy Helm, Dave Holland, Norah Jones, Steve Jordan, Emily King, Joakim Lartey, Sean Lennon, Dan Littleton, Storey Littleton, John Medeski,Natalie Merchant, Jeremy Most, Meshell Ndegeocello, Ben Perowsky, Kate Pierson, Casey Ramos, Jackson Speller, Simi Stone and Rock Academy
Hudson Valley Votes is focused on inspiring the community to get out and vote for progressive causes as well as providing a platform for candidates and governing officials to address the voters directly through the power of music, art and activism. For more information, visit http://www.hudsonvalleyvotes.com.
Cell tower in New Paltz
A public meeting will be held by the Town of New Paltz Planning Board on October 26 at 7 p.m. to discuss the environmental impact statement of a project by Homeland Towers to build a 150-foot commercial cellular tower at 60 Jansen Road in New Paltz.
The public is invited to comment live via Zoom at the scoping meeting. The meeting will also be shown on Youtube live stream.
Ahead of the meeting, the public is invited to send written comments to the planning board secretary at P.O. Box 550, 1 Clearwater Road, New Paltz, NY 12561, or by email to planzoneboardtownofnewpaltz.org. All written comments must be submitted no later than 5 p.m. on October 26.
Plein-air art walk, auction
Mohonk Preserve and Roost Studios, Inc. of New Paltz have collaborated to create a plein air art walk and auction, an inspirational project connecting land, art and community, at the Mohonk Preserve Testimonial Gateway Trailhead, on Sunday, October 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Testimonial Gateway Trailhead is located at 35 Route 299 in New Paltz.
A curated group of recognized Hudson Valley artists will be stationed along the Pin Oak Allee and other trails. Participating artists include Rosalind Bank, Greg Correll, Mira Fink, Stacie Flint, Lynne Friedman, Katherine Gray, Emeline Hastings, Barbara Holt, David Holt, Eva Kusmirek, Ward Lamb, Laura Martinez-Bianco, Howard Miller, Jacqueline O’Malley-Satz, Daniel Shornstein, Arthur Raphael, Gerald Teters, Marianne Tully and Marlene Wiedenbaum. For more information about the artists and their work, visit https://www.roostcoop.org/plein-air-artists.
The landscape in which they will be working features the historic Testimonial Gateway Tower, circa 1907, which served as the entrance to the Mohonk Mountain House until 1945. From many vantage points, the views of the Shawangunk Ridge and surrounding foothills, fields and historic farms are magnificent.
Each artist will create one or more works in the form of a painting or drawing, on site in plein air. The theme is nature and the outdoors. The process and finished artworks will be photographed throughout the day and will be included in an online auction through Mohonk Preserve’s online auction platform for 48 hours following the event. A portion of the sales from the event will benefit participating artists, Mohonk Preserve and Roost Studios.
For more information or to register for the auction, visit www.pleinairartwalk.givesmart.com.
Lend a wheel
The YMCA of Kingston and Ulster County will offer a bike repair clinic on Tuesday, October 20 (rain date, Wednesday, October 21) from 3 to 6 p.m. at the YMCA at 507 Broadway in Kingston. The clinic is free, but donations will be accepted. Bike bells and lights will be distributed.
No advance registration is required, but please wear a mask.
D&H Canal Historical Society hosts virtual wine tasting with Kevin Zraly
The Delaware & Hudson (D&H) Canal Historical Society is hosting a virtual wine tasting, “One-Hour Wine Expert,” featuring Kevin Zraly, who started his career over 50 years ago as a sommelier at the DePuy Canal House Restaurant in High Falls. He is returning virtually to support the next stage of life for a building that strongly influenced his career.
One-Hour Wine Expert celebrates the start of a campaign to raise funds that will complete the restoration and renovation of the DePuy Canal House as the Mid-Hudson Visitor Center and new D&H Canal Museum.
Gather some friends and join Zraly via Zoom on November 7 from 7 to 8 p.m. Become a wine expert’ from the comfort of home while savoring a flight of four wines for a registration fee of $150. The hour will close with music by Jay Ungar and Molly Mason, who will perform a traditional drinking song, and the haunting Ashokan Farewell/
To learn more and to register, visit www.canalmuseum.org/wine-tasting.
Hurley virtual autumn auction
The Hurley Heritage Society will hold its autumn auction 2020 on October 30 through November 14. The auction will be virtual and feature a range of unique and special pieces of art, jewelry, antiques, collectables — many reflective of local Hurley heritage — as well as golf lessons, home-delivered gourmand meals and more.
Bids may be placed through a simple online registration. All auction items may be viewed when bidding starts at 6 p.m. on Friday, October 30 at www.hurleyheritagesociety.org. The autumn auction is a benefit program of the Hurley Heritage Society.
Woodstock Library Q&A
The Woodstock Library is holding a virtual fact session and Q&A about the bond proposal that is on the back of the November 3 ballot at 7 p.m. on Monday, October 19. The public is encouraged to attend to learn more about the bond — when and how taxes will be affected, how the bond will be administered and when construction could begin.
Participating will be the library director Jessica Kerr, trustee Jeff Collins and construction manager J.C. Alten, among others. The meeting registration link is https://bit.ly/33xSRPr.
Gardiner virtual events
The Gardiner Library will host a Percy Jackson virtual book club party on Thursday, October 15 at 4:30 p.m. for fans ages eight and up. Those who enjoy adventure, Rick Riordan and Mythology, join the party as we discuss the stories and the stories behind them. Design a Greek vase, play games and more. Registration is required by contacting Carolyn Thorenz at cthorenz@rcls.org to receive the Zoom link.
The Gardiner Library virtual young adult book club meets via Zoom on Monday, October 19 at 7 p.m. The club for ages 13 and older meets the third Monday of each month. October’s book pick is The Which Way Tree by Elizabeth Crook. Registration is required before each session by contacting Carolyn Thorenz at cthorenz@rcls.org to receive the Zoom link.
The Gardiner Library will host a virtual Medicare 101 with Jim Farnham on Wednesday, October 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. Those interested must register in advance. Contact nlane@rcls.org for the confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
SUNY Ulster virtual visit
High-school students, parents, transferring students and prospective adult students interested in learning more about enrolling at SUNY Ulster are invited to join faculty and staff on Zoom at 7 p.m. on October 22. This one-hour event will feature information on academic programs, financial aid, student support services and more.
During the event, prospective students will be able to learn directly from faculty and participate in a question-and-answer period. Attendees will also have the opportunity to choose from one of two breakout sessions that better represent their interests and partake in a virtual tour.
This event is free, but registration is required. Those interested in this opportunity to learn more about SUNY Ulster can access the event program and register at www.sunyulster.edu/ondemand.
Broadway Boosts Bethel
Bethel Woods Center for the Arts will present Broadway Boosts Bethel on October 22 at 7 p.m. Hosted by Tony Award-winner BD Wong, this fundraising video combines Broadway talent with the center’s historic legacy, featuring artists performing songs from the Sixties.. The line-up includes Mauricio Martinez (On Your Feet!); Carrie Manolakos (Mamma Mia!); Anthony CeFala (Mamma Mia!); Jelani Remy (Ain’t Too Proud to Beg); Laurie Wells and Don Noble (Mamma Mia!); Paul Loesel (Wicked); Chuck Ragsdale (A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder); Angela Jamieson (The Lion King); and The Heartstrings Project.
Broadway Boosts Bethel will be available for 72 hours on the center’s website beginning October 22 at 7 p.m. Though it will be free to watch, a donation of $10 is suggested. All proceeds will support the center’s commitment to presenting creative and meaningful experiences for our audiences.
The video will air two days prior to the close of the center’s annual silent auction. This year’s auction will run October 6-24. Participation gives guests access to one-of-a-kind items and exclusive experiences virtually.
Pre-registration for the auction can be done through the center’s website: BethelWoodsCenter.org/SilentAuction. For more information on Broadway Boosts Bethel, visit BethelWoodsCenter.org/Broadway.
Time to flush
Hydrants and water lines in the village and town of New Paltz will be flushed beginning Thursday, October 15 at 10 p.m. This may cause a discoloration of the water servicing your home. To resolve this problem, let your water run until it is clear.
Take-out chili sale
The Reformed Church of Saugerties will hold a take-out chili sale on Saturday, November 14. Pick up will be from 4 to 6 p.m. The cost is $8 per quart (meat or vegetarian). Pre-ordering is recommended by calling (845) 246-5035. Walk-ins are welcome, but the event is first come, first served. Masks are required.
The church is at 173 Main Street in Saugerties. For information, call 246-2867.
Kingston Kiwanis Kapers
Due to Covid-19, Kingston Kiwanis Kapers will be presented in a new drive-in format this year. Watch your favorite Kapers shows united in one laugh-a-minute video on October 23 and 24, 7:30 p.m., on the wide screen at Tech City in Kingston.
Steve Klein, the director of many Kapers shows, has put together highlights of some of the shows he has written and directed. You will see faces of well-known Kingston businessmen and women, lawyers, doctors and others that you recognize. They are portraying characters loosely based on Broadway shows, TV shows and movies.
Ticket prices are $10 per person or $25 for a car load of three or more. To purchase tickets, visit www.kingstonkiwanis.org.
Bookmatch reader’s advisory
The Gardiner Library is now offering “BookMatch”, a personalized reader’s advisory service. Fill out a quick survey on the library website and our librarians will send you a personalized list of book recommendations based on your responses. The list will include links to the library catalog for easy access to place holds on items directly
For information, visit www.gardinerlibrary.org.
The congressional candidates
Incumbent Democratic congressman Antonio Delgado of Rhinebeck and Republican Kyle Van De Water of Millbrook will be the featured speakers at the next virtual breakfast meeting hosted by the Ulster County Regional Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, October 20. The breakfast is scheduled from 9 to 10 a.m. and will be broadcast Live from The Venue at the Best Western Plus in Kingston. There will be no audience. Radio Kingston will provide technical support.
The 19th Congressional District includes all of Ulster, Greene, Columbia, Sullivan, Delaware, Schoharie and Otsego counties and parts of Dutchess, Rensselaer, Montgomery and Broome counties. For information, contact 338-5100 or visit www.ulsterchamber.org.
Vendor applications are available for the Unison Craft Fair
The Unison Craft Fair is celebrating its 30th anniversary online starting December 5. The show will be up for two weeks. Facebook and Instagram events will be created to coincide with the opening weekend. The online format hosted on Unison’s website will connect patrons directly to vendors and or their websites. Vendors must be able to handle payment with participants directly or through websites, Etsy or any other payment methods. Instead of the traditional booth fees, fees will now be based off advertising packages and perks. Special promo created will be sent to the vendor afterward for future use.
The Unison Craft Fair remains a juried show. To apply, visit https://www.unisonarts.org/online-craft-fair-2020. If you have a problem filling out the form, contact Alexis Agnew at a.agnew@unisonarts.org.
Pop-up shop at Olana
The Olana Partnership announces a unique pop-up shopping experience curated by New York Makers at Olana State Historic Site on two weekends in October. Stop by The Olana Museum Store to browse handmade, one-of-a-kind products made by artisans from across New York State.
“The Olana Museum Store showcases many local Hudson Valley artisans offering unique one-of-a-kind gifts to our visitors,” says Olana’s museum store manager, Rachel Tice. “In welcoming New York Makers, we are excited to provide an even more vast and diverse shopping experience.”
“We are excited to bring New York Makers to the magic of Olana, especially surrounded by this year’s spectacular fall foliage,” said Makers co-founder Silda Wall Spitzer. “We are grateful for Olana’s celebration of locally created products and the stories behind them in the tradition of its own maker, Frederic Church.”
On Saturday, October 17, the New York Makers pop-up shop will be located at the Olana Visitor Center from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn more and shop New York Makers at newyorkmakers.com. The Olana Museum Store is open Friday-Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All Olana Museum Store purchases directly help to preserve, restore and interpret Frederic Church’s Olana. Shop the Olana Museum Store at shop.olana.org.
Food festival in Dutchess
A full slate of vendors are prepared to serve up fan-favorite foods at the Hudson Valley drive-thru fair food festival at Dutchess Stadium on October 15 to 18 — a the socially distant answer for family fun in 2020. . Vendors at the drive-thru will include King of Italy Sausage and Peppers, R&A Zeppoles funnel cakes, fried oreos, fried Twinkies and more. For the gourmet food enthusiasts, CIA graduates Flores Catering will be serving lobster rolls and empanadas along with gourmet ice cream. Other fair food classics will also be available, including, corn dogs, loaded fries, London broil sandwiches, gyros, candy apples and cotton candy.
“We are delighted to be able to present this socially distanced fair food drive-thru during these difficult times”, said Mary Weber, event organizer. “Everyone was missing the fair and all the great foods and we are so pleased to be able to bring some of that fair joy to Hudson Valley residents during this awesome event.”
Anyone who wishes to attend is encouraged to visit the Hudson Valley Fair Food Drive-Thru Facebook page, @hudsonvalleyfairfooddrivethru, where you can get information, enter to win food vouchers, parking tickets and more.
Police reform session
The New Paltz Police Reform and Reinvention Committee (NPPRRC) will conduct its first public town hall Zoom meeting on October 22 from 7 to 9 p.m. This listening session is an opportunity for community members to share experiences and ideas with committee members as it works to develop recommendations for improvements and enhance police services. The town hall is open to the general public.
This is the first public session for the committee before it begins meetings with individual stakeholder groups in November where committee members expect to hear concerns, ideas and suggestions on policing.
The mission is to help identify and hopefully eradicate racism within the department using a collaborative problem-solving platform that will include elected officials, the police department and interested community members. Afterwards, the committee will draft policy and recommendations that will be released prior to another public comment session, after which it will be presented to the town board.
Where and when to vote early in Ulster County
In New York State, early voting runs for nine days, from October 24 to November 1. Ulster County will hold host voting at five polling places. Unlike on Election Day itself, when voters need to report to a specific polling place in their voting district, during early voting voters can use any polling place.
The locations are:
1. WOODSTOCK — Woodstock Community Center, 56 Rock City Road, Woodstock, NY 12498
2. KINGSTON — Midtown Neighborhood Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401
3. NEW PALTZ — New Paltz Community Center, 3 Veterans Drive, New Paltz, NY 12561
4. LLOYD — Highland American Legion, 84 Grand St., Highland, NY 12528
5. WAWARSING — Ellenville Public Library Community Room, 40 Center St., Ellenville, NY 12428
And the hours, which are the same for each polling place, are as follows:
Saturday, October 24: 10 a.m.—3 p.m.; Sunday, October 25: 10 a.m.—3 p.m.; Monday, October 26: 9 a.m.—5 p.m.; Tuesday, October 27: 12 p.m.—8 p.m.; Wednesday, October 28: 9 a.m.—5 p.m.; Thursday, October 29: 12 p.m.—8 p.m.; Friday, October 30: 9 a.m.—5 p.m.; Saturday, October 31: 10 a.m.—3 p.m.; Sunday, November 1: 10 a.m.—3 p.m.
One advantage of early voting vs. using an absentee ballot to avoid the crowds of Election Day is that votes cast during early voting will be counted when the polls close, along with the votes cast that day. Absentee ballot counting begins November 10, one week after Election Day.
Normally we wouldn’t point this out, but with so much attention on the question of whether a decisive victor will be declared on election night, or if the outcome will be in doubt for weeks or months afterward due to the large number of anticipated absentee or mail-in ballots, it seemed relevant.
Ulster County voters may send requests for absentee ballots in by email to elections@co.ulster.ny.us or by faxing to 334-5434. The application may be obtained by calling 334-5470 or online at https://elections.ulstercountyny.gov/absentee-ballots/. Applications must be received by mail, email or fax no later than October 27 or dropped off in person by November 2.
In New York, absentee ballots must be postmarked November 3, Election Day. As long as it shows up in the mail by November 4, it will be counted.
Absentee ballots can be returned to the Ulster County Board of Elections office at 284 Wall Street in Kingston, Monday through Friday from nine to five, at any of the five early-voting sites or on November 3 (Election Day) at any of the 83 polling sites.
Join the annual Riverkeeper Sweep on October 17
Join Climate Smart Gardiner and Riverkeeper for an on-water cleanup of the Wallkill River by canoe and kayak on Saturday, October 17 for the ninth annual Riverkeeper Sweep, a day of service for the Hudson River and its tributaries.
Volunteers will meet at the fishing access site across the street from 230 Farmer’s Turnpike in Gardiner. Volunteers who want to join by kayak/canoe must be experienced paddlers and bring their own boat(s) with personal flotation gear, shoes that can get wet and work gloves. Volunteers will organize at 8:30 a.m. to split into smaller teams and launch from multiple locations.
Volunteers are required to pre-register for Sweep, and bring their own masks, gloves, hand sanitizer and water. All participants and sweep leaders must wear masks that fully cover both their nose and mouth, at all times, no exceptions. All volunteers must maintain a minimum distance of six feet and wear masks at all times. When announcements are being made, a distance of 15 feet should be maintained. Volunteers should not participate if they have signs of illness or if they have potentially been exposed to Covid-19 within the previous two weeks.
For additional information, contact Riverkeeper at sweep@riverkeeper.org or site leader David Sides at dsides@hvc.rr.com.
“Fight” for food pantries
The Ulster County “Food Fight” is a food collection contest held in cooperation with eleven libraries throughout Ulster County until October 17. The “Food Fight” is part of the Great Give Back throughout New York State. The common goal is to “spread food all over Ulster County” by filling up the shelves of local food pantries and to putting an end to hunger in our communities. The library that collects the highest average of food during this period wins the “Food Fight” and receives a winners’ certificate.
The following libraries will be participating: Olive Free Library: 657-2482, Phoenicia Library: 688-7811, Plattekill Library: 883-7286, Stone Ridge Library: 687-7023, Elting Memorial Library (New Paltz): 255-5030, Morton Memorial Library (Pine Hill): 254-4222, Kingston Library: 331-0507, Rosendale Library: 658-9013, Woodstock Public Library District: 679-2213, Gardiner Library: 255-1255, Wallkill Library: 895-3707.
Contact your local library to find out what local food pantry they are supporting and how you can donate food items.
New Paltz seeks volunteers
The Town of New Paltz is looking for volunteers to serve on the Bike-Ped Committee, Clean Water Open Space Preservation Commission, Environmental Conservation Board, Historic Preservation Commission, Police Citizens’ Advisory Committee, Public Access Committee, Recreation Committee and Zoning Board. Interested parties are asked to submit a letter of interest and resume to the supervisor’s office at P.O. Box 550, New Paltz, NY 12561 or email assistant@townofnewpaltz.org.
Resnick series continues
The final lecture of the Louis and Mildred Resnick Institute for the Study of Modern Jewish Life concludes with Benjamin Taylor on “Here We Are: My Friendship with Philip Roth” via WebEx on October 15 at 7:30 p.m. To join the lecture, please sign on at least five minutes before the scheduled lecture time at https://newpaltz.webex.com/newpaltz/j.php?MTID=ma30479474262b526613f7127e4e0912b. There is a possibility that you will need the following information: meeting number — 161 853 7923, password: gMJPtTeQ222
The series is directed by Gerald Sorin.
U-Act voter drive-thru
Ulster Activists (U-Act) is conducting a voter drive-thru, where voters can pick up a voter registration form, application for an absentee ballot and information about the elections. The voter drive thru will be held on October 17 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the New Paltz Community Center, 3 Veteran’s Drive. Volunteers will be masked and gloved. Voters are asked to remain in their cars, wear a mask and bring a pen to complete the requested form. Voters can return the completed form to volunteers for drop off at the Ulster County board of elections.
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