Out Lexington Way By Christine Dwon April 17 2026

Out Lexington Way

By Christine Dwon

Excellent turnout for the Town of Lexington Patriots’ Day on April 11 at the West Kill/Lexington Community Hall in West Kill.  Greene County Historian, Jonathan Palmer, gave a very interesting and informative presentation on “Sourcing Revolution.”  He spoke about materials and documentation preserved on information regarding Greene County’s involvement in the American Revolution.  Thank you Jonathan and thank you Elaine Warfield for providing her book, “Jewett, New York Cemeteries,” as the door prize.

Town of Lexington Patriots' Day was held April 11 at the West Kill-Lexington Community Hall in West Kill.  Guest speaker Jonathan Palmer, Greene County Historian, gave a very informative presentation on "Souring Revolution." Photo by Mary Palazzolo.

The male Goldfinches have turned into their bright yellow plumage for the warm months.

Sunday, April 19 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. is the annual Maple Brunch sponsored by the West Kill/Lexington Community Improvement Association at the Community Hall, 141 Spruceton Road, West Kill.  Adults are $20, children under 5 are free.  There will be scrambled eggs, potatoes, pancakes, old fashioned grits, bacon, sausage, real maple syrup, savory dishes and much more.  You don’t want to miss this brunch!

The Grand Opening Celebration of the Greene County Veterans Center, 300 Route 23B, Leeds will be Tuesday, April 21 starting at 3 p.m.  If you have questions you may call 518-943-3703; email: veterans@greenecountyny.gov; www.greenecountyny.gov/departments/vets.

Tuesday, April 22 is Earth Day.  Come to the Hunter Public Library, 7965 Main Street, Hunter and make an Earth Day card.

Happy 54th wedding anniversary to Susan and Eugene Constable on Wednesday, April 22.

Wednesday, April 22 is the 48th wedding anniversary of Jane and Joe Concato.

Best wishes!

Friday, April 24 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. is a Brooks’ Chicken BBQ at the Lexington/West Kill UMC, 54 County Route 13A, Lexington.  Dinners are $17 and include half a BBQ chicken, baked potato, green beans, coleslaw and brownie.  Takeouts but there will be limited seating in the dining hall and you are welcomed to use the dining hall to sit and enjoy your takeout meal.

Saturday, April 25 there will be a Roast Beef Dinner sponsored by the Ashland Fire Department, 12094 State Highway 23, Ashland.  Dinners $20; takeouts 4:30 p.m. and dine in at 5 p.m.

Hunter Fire Company Spring Vendor and Craft Fair is Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (rain date May 3), at the Hunter firehouse, 17 Bridge Street, Hunter.  Come for a fun-filled day supporting the Hunter Fire Company, shop local vendors and enjoy the fellowship of the community.  If you have questions, contact MDM0466@gmail.com.

Columbia and Greene County Veteran Standown will be held Saturday, May 2, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Historic Catskill Point, One Main Street, Catskill.  There will be free pancake breakfast and lunch. Open to all veterans.  Medical screenings, personal care items, clothing, haircuts, veterans benefits, employment assistance, housing assistance and much more.  For info contact Greene County—Tyler Lynch at tlynch@greenecountyny.gov, 518-828-3610; Columbia County—Rachel Hamilton at rachel.hamilton@columbiacountyny.com, 518-828-3610; Veteran Affairs—Dom Dominguez, erwin.dominguez@va.gov, 518-522-1175.

The Prattsville Hose Company is sponsoring a Roast Pork Dinner at 47 Firehouse Drive, Prattsville on Saturday, May 2 from 4:30 p.m.--7 p.m., adult dinners are $18, children 6 – 12 are $9; 5 and under are free.  Takeouts available.

The Tannersville Food Pantry is open to all on Wednesdays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.  The pantry is located by the Tannersville Firehouse.  If you would like to donate non-perishable food and personal care items, donations may be brought Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Tannersville Village Hall, One Park Place, Tannersville.  You may also send a donation to Kaaterskill UMC, POB 225, Tannersville, NY 12485.

Mark these dates on your calendars for the 2026 Lexington Farmers Market that is held under the pavilion at the Lexington Municipal Building, 3542 Route 42, Lexington from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays:  May 23; June 6, June 20; July 4, July 18; Aug. 1, Aug. 15, Aug. 29; Sept. 12, Sept. 26; October 10 is the Children’s Market.

The Greene County Senior Nutrition Program menu for the week of April 20 – April 24 is as follows: Monday—Pasta Primavera with chicken, peas, tropical fruit; Tuesday—Shepherd’s pie, broccoli, applesauce, cookies; Wednesday—French onion pork chop, green beans, egg noodles, Pineapple Delight; Thursday—Kielbasa with sauerkraut, carrots, baked beans, fresh fruit; Friday—Bacon cheddar burger, roasted red potatoes, Prince Edward vegetable blend, macaroni salad, Oreo brownies.  All persons 60 and older are invited to attend.  Meals served at noon, suggested $4 donation for each meal. Congregate reservations are required by noon at least a day in advance.  If you reserve a meal and are unable to attend, please call as soon as you can to cancel.  The number to call for the Senior Service Center at the Jewett Municipal Building, 3547 Route 23C, Jewett is 518-263-4392.

Every Thursday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. you may stop by the Mountain Top Library, 6093 Main Street, Tannersville, 518-589-5707, and visit Greene County Public Health’s Mobile Unit for education, screenings, free supplies and outreach. No appointment needed.

Thank you to all law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, dispatchers, volunteers, healthcare providers, veterans, actively serving military, farmers, truck drivers and so many more.

Prayers for all who are dealing with loss, illness, healing difficulties, our country, our military and their families, the world.

Until next week take care, be thankful, be safe, be respectful of others and please be kind to one another.  Your act of kindness may change someone’s life.