Newcomb Town Tattler Dec 16th 2015

Wednesday December 16th 2015

 
Events

Lighting Contest this Thursday the 17th. Make sure your lights are on by 6pm!!!

Christmas Caroling Sunday Dec 20th 6pm meet at the Health Center. Bus provided.

Christmas Eve Service at the Newcomb United Methodist Church at 5pm. 7pm Long Lake Wesleyan. Everyone welcome!

Christmas  Eve  Service  at  Ste. Therese  will  be  at  7PM. Christmas  Day  at  9AM

Basketball season has begun! Girls and Boys games this week, then break for the holidays and then back again in full swing in January. Check out the schedule on the NCS website

 

Food Pantry at Newcomb UMC. Contact Gert Armstrong for more info.

Looking for a hot cup of coffee and some company? The Newcomb UMC will be holding a coffee hour Thursdays at noon at the Church.

Buy Local!

Kelly will be making Cheesecakes and Pies for Christmas. Orders need to be in by Dec. 18 and picked up on Dec. 23 at The Hoot Owl. Please email Kelly  Kstamas7@gmail.com me if you would like to place an order. 
Cheesecake Prices
NY Cheesecake $25.00
Chocolate Cheesecake $28.00
Strawberry Cheesecake $28.00
Pumpkin Cheesecake $25.00
Pies
Apple $14.00
Blueberry $15.00
Mincemeat $16.00
Pumpkin $11.00
Coffee Cake $6.00

Just a reminder Aunt Polly’s has your last minute “ GIFT FOR CHRISTMAS.”

All Gift’s are locally made.  Wool, Scarves, wallets, Jewelry Stands, Quilting Certificates, etc.

Aunt Polly’s Material Girls

Maggie Alitz

 

Check it Out

Hike vs. ride

Debate heats up over next Adirondack land buy

The Flu is around, come get your shot before it's too late!  Call the Health Center for an Appointment. 582-2991
 

Congratulations! 

The following students from around the area were named Commended Students in the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program: Timothy Ryan of Ticonderoga; Meghan O’Donnell of Newcomb; and Richard M. Custodio of Lake George.

A letter of commendation from the school and National Merit Scholarship Corp., which conducts the program, were presented to the students.

About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are recognized for their exceptional academic promise. They placed among the top 5 percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2016 competition by taking the 2014 PSAT.


Governor Cuomo Announces Recipients of 2015 Historic Preservation Awards: Camp Santanoni

Thanks

Class of 2016 would like to thank all who attended their fundraising dinner December 10th. Also many thanks to all the folks who bought pies, potatoes, cider and apples. Whew!

 

Newcomb friends past and present, near and far...

Stefanik honors Canon and Monroe

 

Tattler 11.25.15

Events

Thanksgiving  morning  liturgy  at  Ste. Therese  will  be  at  9AM 

The Memory Tree in front of the Newcomb Town Hall will be lit on November 29, 2015 at 3 pm. Names of those remembered will be read and refreshments will be served.
Names may be sent to: Newcomb Mt. Quilters, PO Box 78, Newcomb, NY 12852 with a $1 donation per name. Proceeds to go towards those in need at Christmas and the Essex County Domestic Violence Shelter

Food Pantry at Newcomb UMC. Contact Gert Armstrong for more info.

Looking for a hot cup of coffee and some company? The Newcomb UMC will be holding a coffee hour one day a week at the Church. Details coming soon...

 

Check It Out

Please Call Aunt Polly’s if, you are interested in classes in knitting, quilting or Christmas tree ornaments.

582-2260

  Brian Mann from North Country Public Radio did a piece on George Canon. Check it out here

Latest on Essex Chain plan; approved by APA

 

 

Nov 9th 2015

Check it Out

Tuesday Nov 10th Veteran's Lunch and Graduation.  Guest speaker is Representative Dan Stec. 

Tuesday, November 10th is the school's early dismissal drill.  Kids will be ready to go home by 2:45pm.

No school Wednesday, November 11th for Veteran's Day

Lip Sync is on Friday at 6pm.

Tuesday, November 17th is a 1/2 day for elementary students.  It is NCS Parent-Teacher Meetings.  

Monday-Friday, November 23-27th for Thanksgiving

Just a reminder that there is now a place at the transfer station for leaves and grass clippings. It is located a few yards down the back path to the right. 

Holiday Craft Fair

The Memory Tree in front of the Newcomb Town Hall will be lit on November 29, 2015 at 3 pm. Names of those remembered will be read and refreshments will be served.
Names may be sent to:

Newcomb Mt. Quilters, PO Box 78, Newcomb, NY 12852 with a $1 donation per name.
Proceeds to go towards those in need at Christmas and the Essex County Domestic Violence Shelter

Food Pantry at Newcomb UMC. Contact Gert Armstrong for more info. 

Looking for a hot cup of coffee and some company? The Newcomb UMC will be holding a coffee one day a week at the Church. Details coming soon...

Congratulations
...to the winners and thank you to all who ran in recent Town Elections!
From Essex County Board of elections...

From the Post Star College Corner...

Women’s Soccer

St. John Fisher freshman Makenzie Winslow (Minerva-Newcomb) scored her first collegiate goal in the Cardinals’ 4-1 win over Utica on Oct. 11.

Help Wanted

Dear Neighbors,

Enjoy the Holiday Christmas Fair and Help with deserts for the Fair & Help in Kitchen.

Even one day of help would be appreciated.  Get to see your neighbors for the Holidays.

The dates November 21 & 22.   

The date mentioned above is one week before Thanksgiving...

Call Maggie Alitz 582-2260 for further information.  

Thank you!
Isabelle Bureau woud like to thank all who helped making food or buying it at her bake sale in Ocotber to raise money for Operation Christmas Child. She raised $230 which she used to buy postage and supplies to outfit boxes. Together with the Newcomb United Methodist Women looks like we will be sending over 30 boxes! If you have boxes or still would like to donate please get them to the Newcomb UMC by Sunday Nov 15th or call Isabelle Bureau 582-2266
 
Newcomb Friends Far and Near, Past and Present

Obit for Sue Pooler
 

October 12th 2015

Check it Out!

Class of 2016 selling apples, cider and potatoes this Fall. If they miss you when they canvas, call Isabelle Bureau 582-2266 to place an order. Don't forget, you can freeze cider!

Pete Bush of Newcomb, a WWII vet, is being honored in Washington, DC. On Friday October 16 we've been asked line his travel path as he begins his trip. Pete is expected to pass through Newcomb, along Route 28N about 2 pm. NCS students will be out lining the road at the school.  Join the tribute, bring your flag, a message, line Route 28N and honor one of the "Greatest Generation" as Pete passes by.

Chamber meeting Oct 20th at the Fire Hall at 6:30pm. Holiday craft fair preparations have begun. The event is November 21st 9a-4p and 22nd 10a-3p at the Fire Hall. Table setups will be Friday afternoon. Call Bunny Columbus if you would like to be a vendor or can help in any fashion.

Operation Christmas Child

Isabelle Bureau is organizing a bake sale to benefit the Newcomb United Methodist Church's Operation Christmas Child. The bake sale will be held at the Newcomb Church 9am-noon, October 24th. If you would like to donate baked goods call Isabelle Bureau, or make sure you bring your cash and check out the bake sale on October 24th!


ST Barbara's Episcopal church is also back to it's normal schedule of 11:00 AM on Sundays.  They recently welcomed a new Deacon Vicar, John Cairns who has moved to the area with his wife Nancy. Come and meet them and stay for coffee!

The Newcomb Foreign Affairs Roundtable Presents "China--Its People and Culture" Featuring Dr. Mao Chen, Professor of Chinese Languages and Studies, Skidmore College Thursday, October 29, 2015, 7:00 pm, High School Library, NSC All Welcome

Newcomb In the news...

Railroad backs off plan to store oil tankers in Adirondacks

Year-old Adirondack 102 Club takes people off the beaten paths

Remembering...

Rene D. Bureau of Newcomb, New York | 1927 - 2015 | Obituary--calling hours and service Saturday October 17th here in Newcomb at St. Theresa's

Patricia Sue (Callahan) Jefferis Obituary

 

 

 

9.27.15

What's Happening?

• Newcomb Chamber has their monthly meeting this Tuesday, September 29th 6:30 pm at Fire Hall 
• The Newcomb Foreign Affairs Roundtable Presents "China--Its People and Culture" Featuring Dr. Mao Chen, Professor of Chinese Languages and Studies, Skidmore College Thursday, October 29, 2015, 7:00 pm, High School Library, NSC All Welcome
• Flu shots are now available at the Health Center, please call for appointment.  
• St Barbara's new time 11 AM Sunday, come Meet the new Deacon, Vicar John  
• Don't forget to support the local teams; plenty of girls and boys soccer to enjoy! 
• Sunday services 9:00 am at the Newcomb United Methodist Church. All are welcome! 
• St. Therese has returned to their normal Mass schedule: Saturday 7PM and Sunday at 9AM

 Help support local food pantry efforts

 

Buy Local

The Road Side Stand is still open with veggies and Baked Goods on Fridays. If anyone would like to order something special please give me a call. 582-3556
Thank you,
Kelly

Aunt Polly’s Material Girls will be giving classes for kids to make Christmas Ornaments. Have them call me at 582-2260 to set up the Days and Times good for the parents & children.

Thank you

The Newcomb Mt. Quilters wish to thank everyone who supported our craft fair and quilt raffle. The winner of the quilt was a family member of Bob and Cheryl Patterson. With your support we can continue to help those in need in our community, the Domestic Violence Shelter and other charities and organizations. 

The Newcomb Central School Class of 2016 would like to thank everyone that helped support their fundraising events over TR weekend. We may have run out of bison burgers at that Saturday night dinner, but you can grill some for yourself! Find them at the Adirondack Buffalo Farm on the Blue Ridge Road.

Not Forgotten

NEWCOMB | William J. McSpedon, 87, passed away of natural causes Sunday, Sept. 20, 2015. He passed away with the firm belief that he was a lucky man to have lived a fulfilling life.

Next Tattler: Sunday Oct. 11th.

September 4th 2015

What's Going On?

St. Therese has returned to their normal Mass schedule: Saturday 7PM and Sunday at 9AM 

TR weekend coming up. Remember you can always get updates on Chamber and local business activities at the Discover Newcomb Facebook page.

Class of 2015 holding the fundraising TR golf tournament on Sunday, September 13th 10-2
Tee off at 10:30. 4 person scramble. Tons of prizes for winning team, closest to pins, longest drives, etc...Alumni get special treatment. $55 for 18 holes with a cart which includes food. Come alone or with a team. Contact Ed LaCourse to sign up. elacourse@newcombcsd.org

Memorial Golf Joanna Donk

Work Day at the Methodist Church. September 19th
9-2. Picnic following

Newcomb in the News

DEC Launches Initiative to Develop Unique Lodging Network to Connect Communities in the Adirondacks

Lodging ties to Multi-use Trail That Will Connect Visitors to Adirondacks' Vast Natural Resources New York is launching a new initiative to create a multiple use "Hut-to-Hut" recreation trail system that will directly link lodging and other local visitor amenities with public lands within the 'Upper Hudson Recreation Hub' of the Adirondacks, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Acting Commissioner Marc Gerstman announced today. This area encompasses the 5 towns in the heart of the Adirondack Park, including Newcomb, Minerva, Indian Lake, Long Lake and North Hudson. Read more...

Congratulations

A new baby! Congratulations to Amanda and Tyler Lamphear, welcoming a daughter, Ellie Lillian, Saturday, July 18, 2015. Maternal grandparents are Sue Dingman of Glens Falls and Jerri and Calvin Wood of Athol. Paternal grandparents are Joel and Mary Lamphear of Raquette Lake. 

Buy Local

Aunt Polly’s Material Girls has a beautiful large queen “Log Cabin” quilt for sale $650.00. Can be purchased on “Layaway”, if you prefer.
Or, if you see another quilter’s quilt; we can do the same.
Come and check them out out. 

Aunt Polly’s Material Girls has a new shipment of beautiful Benetex and Marcus flannels.
Sign up for classes to make pillowcases & potato bags or Pot Holders for your Christmas gifts.

August 20th 2015

Haven't had really enough to post on a regular basis, but here's what I have to share.

Calendar of Events

Wine Tasting at Kelly's on Friday August 21st

Movies at the School: Friday August 21st at 7pm, Big Hero

Long Lake:   Community Hymn Sing Sunday August 23  Come join us for the singing of old favorite hymns and old-time songs at the Sabattis Pavilion. The accompanist will be Judy Garrison. Hymn books and words will be provided. The activities included:  3:00-4:00   Pot luck picnic at the Pavilion(Bring a dish to share)

4:00-5:00   Community singing at the Pavilion 5:30-7:30   Ice cream Social at St Henry’s (Donation)

Welcome Back to School Beach Day August 31st 12-3pm

School Begins September 1st 

Don't forget TR Weekend September 11-13th.

Check It Out!

Newcomb Citizen's of the Year: Shirley and Mike Garrand

Buy Local 

Aunt Polly’s just received a shipment of Benatex Flannels.  Come and take a look.  Also, she has the X Block in for those quilter’s who enjoy something different in quilting.

In The News

From the Plattsburgh Press Republican:

Store owner leaves $2 million to Newcomb

7/27/15

Newcomb Day this Sunday, August 2nd. Fun for all! The NCS Senior Class will be selling hot dogs, Michigans, hamburgers, drinks and ice cream sandwiches. Come on out and make a day of it!

The Lions Club raffle winners were;

1st place - Alice Duncan

2nd place - T. Putnam

3rd place - Gina York

"On behalf of the Town of Newcomb and the Newcomb Chamber of Commerce we would like to thank you for participating in the Newcomb Summer Fest.  Despite inclement weather the First Newcomb Summer Fest was a big success.  Our goal was to bring more people to Newcomb to see what the Town has to offer.  We would like to thank everyone who participated, attended, and held a garage sale.  We appreciate your efforts.  You are what make these events possible and successful." 

The Summer Fest Committee

Huntington Lecture Series Thursday nights at 7pm at the AIC

 

TR Weekend Coming Up!

Arts Center Events in Newcomb

 

 Buy Local

If you haven't checked out Kelly's Road-side stand... She has produce from Juniper Hill and fresh baked goods from her kitchen. She has fruit pies for $14.50, brownie pies at $7.00 and coffee cakes at $5.00. Open Friday 3-6 pm

Needed

Someone to clean for elderly gentleman 2-3 hours per week contact health center 582-2991. 

Also folks to volunteer to visit shut-ins, again, contact the Newcomb Health Center

 

 

7.8.15 Whoops, running a little late

Events

Remember to check out the Chamber's discovernewcomb.com for Town and business events and the discovernewcomb facebook page and the Town of Newcomb's page. Lots of info!

Fire Hall is available to townspeople at a 'first come, first served' basis. Please call the Rescue Building at 582-2107 to make reservations.

The Newcomb Foreign Affairs Roundtable meets Wednesday, July 8, at 7 pm in the AIC for a discussion of the security and political situation in South Asia, with focus on India and Pakistan. All welcome.

Sewing Machine Maintenance by Hank Puding at Maggie Alitz's shop on Friday, July 17th. 

     Cost is $30.00 per machine, plus cost of any parts if needed.

     Call Helen Dwyer to register     582-4313

Town-wide Garage Sale, a.k.a Summer Fest,  July 18th. The Chamber has lots of other fun events for this day including arts and crafts vendors, beer tasting and a softball tournament, but we need to come thru on the Garage Sale. Please consider collecting your items and having a sale, or get together with someone else. Contact Nancy Tracy: ntracy50@yahoo.com. Sign up at the Town Hall to get your name on the map!

Lots more things going on at Summer Fest. Jackie and Ed LaCourse will have freshly roasted organic Nicaraguan coffee at the Overlook beginning at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 18th. The coffee will be roasted on site and if you have never had fresh roasted coffee, it will be a treat. The beans were purchased right off the coffee tree and the beans are in there natural green colorful form. There will be light, medium and dark roast. You can buy a cup, a 1/2 pound or by the pound.

Backcountry bike trails open in central Adirondacks
In the Essex Chain Lake Complex. If you haven't had a chance to check out this area, do so this summer. Stop by at Dave and Ruth's Cloudsplitter Outfitters for more info.

Huntington Lecture Series
Thursdays, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

This lecture series showcases ongoing research and science in the Adirondack Park from a variety of perspectives.

2015 Schedule

July 9th 
Chronic wasting disease in white-tailed deer in the east: Coping with Disease (CWD) W. David Walter, USGS & Penn State University

July 16th 
Adirondack soundscapes Sam Beguin, SUNY-ESF

July 23rd 
White pine silviculture - America's sentinel tree Quincey Oliver, SUNY ESF

July 30th 
Birds, bats, barriers, and brainstores: endangered species conservation Shannon Farrell, SUNY ESF

August 6th 
Roadkill, microplastics, turtles, and Lyme Disease: tales from a broad-spectrum ecologist Danielle Garneau, SUNY Plattsburgh

August 13th 
Black bear natural history Gary Alt, wildlife biologist

Buy Local

From Maggie Alitz:  Visit my Quilting Shop, Aunt Polly’s Material Girls,  just to see the shop and spread the word. 

Closed on Monday’s & Sunday’s.  But, if you call on Sunday; I may be home.

6/21/15

On-line Guest Book in Remembrance of Joanna Donk

Ste.  Therese  church  will  begin  their  summer  schedule  the weekend  of  July  4th
Mass  on  Saturday  at  4PM  and  on  Sunday  at  11AM

A reminder that Year-Round Adk Park residents receive FREE admission every Sunday to the Adirondack Museum in Blue Mt Lake, during its open season and all days the museum is open in May & October.  Check the museum website for the 2015 season's special events, new exhibits, and workshops at www.adkmuseum.org

Happy Father's Day!

Events

Remember to check out the Chamber's discovernewcomb.com for Town and business events and the discovernewcomb facebook page and the Town of Newcomb's page. Lots of info!


Newcomb UMC will be hosting a baccalaureate service for Newcomb graduates at 6 pm June 22nd at the Church. All are invited

NEWCOMB FOREIGN AFFAIRS ROUNDTABLE PRESENTS

 PAKISTAN AND INDIA AT THE CROSSROADS

FEATURING DR. YELENA BIBERMAN-OCAKLI

SKIDMORE COLLEGE PROFESSOR OF SOUTH ASIAN POLITICS

WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2015, 7:00 PM

ADIRONDACK INTERPRETIVE CENTER

ALL WELCOME

Town-wide Garage Sale July 18th. The Chamber has lots of other fun events for this day including arts and crafts vendors, beer tasting and a softball tournament, but we need to come thru on the Garage Sale. Please consider collecting your items and having a sale, or get together with someone else. Contact Nancy Tracy: ntracy50@yahoo.com

Huntington Lecture Series
Thursdays, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

This lecture series showcases ongoing research and science in the Adirondack Park from a variety of perspectives.

2015 Schedule

July 9th 
Chronic wasting disease in white-tailed deer in the east: Coping with Disease (CWD) W. David Walter, USGS & Penn State University

July 16th 
Adirondack soundscapes Sam Beguin, SUNY-ESF

July 23rd 
White pine silviculture - America's sentinel tree Quincey Oliver, SUNY ESF

July 30th 
Birds, bats, barriers, and brainstores: endangered species conservation Shannon Farrell, SUNY ESF

August 6th 
Roadkill, microplastics, turtles, and Lyme Disease: tales from a broad-spectrum ecologist Danielle Garneau, SUNY Plattsburgh

August 13th 
Black bear natural history Gary Alt, wildlife biologist

Buy Local

From Maggie Alitz:  Visit my Quilting Shop, Aunt Polly’s Material Girls,  just to see the shop and spread the word.  Closed on Monday’s & Sunday’s.  But, if you call on Sunday; I may be home.

Monday June 8th

Sorry to pass on the news about the death of Joanna Donk, June 8th 2015. Will update as information comes in. Contact Joe Novak for more info.

Events
Another retirement luncheon is on Thursday, June 11th for Pastor Carol at 12 noon in Long Lake at St. Henry's. Long Lake and Newcomb communities invited.








Pastor Carol's farewell service is June 14th with a joint service Newcomb and Long Lake, June 14th 10:00 am at the Newcomb UMC.  Join us!

7-12th Grade Annual Award Ceremony will be at 6:30pm on Monday, June 15th.  Historically it has been during the school day, but many parents have asked if we would do this so they can attend.  We are also asking for desserts to share immediately after the ceremony...Skip Hults

Long Lake Wesleyan with Newcomb United Methodist invite everyone to a Christian Rock concert Sunday June 20th at Mt. Sabattis in Long Lake featuring Kardia at 6:30pm

Newcomb United Methodist Church will be welcoming our new pastor, John Gocke, also of the Long Lake Wesleyan Church, for services beginning June 21st at 9 am. Join us!

Newcomb UMC will be hosting a baccalaureate service for Newcomb graduates at 6 pm June 22nd at the Church. All are invited

NEWCOMB FOREIGN AFFAIRS ROUNDTABLE PRESENTS

 PAKISTAN AND INDIA AT THE CROSSROADS

FEATURING DR. YELENA BIBERMAN-OCAKLI

SKIDMORE COLLEGE PROFESSOR OF SOUTH ASIAN POLITICS

WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2015, 7:00 PM

ADIRONDACK INTERPRETIVE CENTER

ALL WELCOME

Town-wide Garage Sale July 18th. The Chamber has lots of other fun events for this day including arts and crafts vendors, beer tasting and a softball tournament, but we need to come thru on the Garage Sale. Please consider collecting your items and having a sale, or get together with someone else. Contact Nancy Tracy: ntracy50@yahoo.com

Huntington Lecture Series
Thursdays, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

This lecture series showcases ongoing research and science in the Adirondack Park from a variety of perspectives.

2015 Schedule

July 9th 
Chronic wasting disease in white-tailed deer in the east: Coping with Disease (CWD) W. David Walter, USGS & Penn State University

July 16th 
Adirondack soundscapes Sam Beguin, SUNY-ESF

July 23rd 
White pine silviculture - America's sentinel tree Quincey Oliver, SUNY ESF

July 30th 
Birds, bats, barriers, and brainstores: endangered species conservation Shannon Farrell, SUNY ESF

August 6th 
Roadkill, microplastics, turtles, and Lyme Disease: tales from a broad-spectrum ecologist Danielle Garneau, SUNY Plattsburgh

August 13th 
Black bear natural history Gary Alt, wildlife biologist

Buy Local

From Maggie Alitz:  visit my Quilting Shop; Aunt Polly’s Material Girls.  Just to see the shop and spread the word.  Closed on Monday’s & Sunday’s.  But, if they call on Sunday; I maybe be home.

Not such a great start...need to correct dates!

Well, not such a great reboot of the Tattler when I can't get the dates and times right! But, at least its easy to fix.

• Services for Connie Fontaine are 11:00 am at St. Theresa's in Newcomb on Saturday June 6th
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• Another retirement luncheon is on Thursday, June 11th for Pastor Carol at 12 noon in Long Lake at St. Henry's. Long Lake and Newcomb communities invited.
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• Long Lake Wesleyan with Newcomb United Methodist invite everyone to a Christian Rock concert Sunday June 20th at Mt. Sabattis in Long Lake featuring Kardia at 6:30pm
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• Newcomb United Methodist Church will be welcoming our new pastor, John Gokey, also of the Long Lake Wesleyan Church, for services beginning June 21st at 9 am. Join us!
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• Newcomb UMC will be hosting a baccalaureate service for Newcomb graduates at 7 pm at the Church. All are invited

• NEWCOMB FOREIGN AFFAIRS ROUNDTABLE PRESENTS
  
  
   PAKISTAN AND INDIA AT THE CROSSROADS
  
  
  FEATURING DR. YELENA BIBERMAN-OCAKLI
  SKIDMORE COLLEGE PROFESSOR OF SOUTH ASIAN POLITICS
  
  
  WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2015, 7:00 PM
  ADIRONDACK INTERPRETIVE CENTER
  
  
  ALL WELCOME
   
• Town-wide Garage Sale July 18th. The Chamber has lots of other fun events for this day including arts and crafts vendors, beer tasting and a softball tournament, but we need to come thru on the Garage Sale. Please consider collecting your items and having a sale, or get together with someone else. Contact Nancy Tracy: ntracy50@yahoo.com

Get items to me by Sunday June 6th and I'll post a new Tattler Monday or Tuesday