Just a quick note that the Whitehall transfer station will be closed on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend. If you were planning on bringing trash over on Saturday, you’ll have to wait until the following Wednesday.
Labor Day Weekend
Saturday Afternoon – September 5th
Picnic on the Golf Course
Saturday Night – September 5th
Talent Show @ the Casino 7:30 p.m.
Sunday – September 6th
Serving Breakfast @ the Casino 8:00 a.m – 1:00 p.m.
(11:30 special brunch with the launch of the new cancer “Colondar” with
special appearances by Molly McMaster and Kathy Aiken, cancer survivors.)
Sunday Afternoon – September 6th
Canoe Races
After Labor Day
The Casino will be open Thursday, Friday and Saturday through Columbus Day
Cathy Aiken: Cover Girl
The Colon Club is a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness of colorectal cancer in out-of-the-box ways. Its goals are to educate as many people as possible, as early as possible, about the risk factors and symptoms of colorectal cancer, and for people to get screened when it’s appropriate for them.
The yearly “Colondar” Calendar is once again sure to raise eyebrows and awareness with beautiful images of strong and vibrant survivors of colorectal cancer – all diagnosed under the stereotypical age of 50. By showing off their scars and sharing their extraordinary personal stories, they are giving hope while saving lives and teaching about colorectal cancer in an unexpected way.
This year, come and meet the Colondar’s newest model, Cathy Aiken, at the Casino on Sunday, September 6th at 11:00 a.m. for brunch!
See a preview of our new Huletts Cover Girl here!
R.I.P. Edward Kennedy
February 22, 1932 – August 25, 2009
The Kennedy’s have many connections to Huletts Landing so I thought I would tell of my one brief encounter with Sen. Edward Kennedy.
During a short period when I worked on Capitol Hill, I attended a church named St. Joseph’s. Here is a picture of the entrance. It is located right across the street from the Senate Hart Office Building.
One day at Mass, I was sitting toward the front, and at the sign of peace, I turned around to shake hands with whomever was behind me and Senator Kennedy was standing there in the pew behind me with his hand outstretched to greet mine. Well, I must have given him a surprised look but I did say; “peace be with you” and his reply was the same. I wanted to say hello when Mass was over but when I turned around when Mass had ended, he had already gone.
So today on Senator Kennedy’s passing, I hope he finds eternal rest and peace. I never had a chance to say hello, and all we did was offer each other a simple greeting of peace. However, this brief exchange on life’s journey is something I will never forget. Peace be with you Senator Kennedy.
Woodpecker’s Delight
Seen on top of the mountain.
Two Great Guys Honored
Long time golf course volunteers Bob Quick and Bernie Derencin were honored after the Skip Linhart Memorial Golf Tournament with special signs that will hang on Skip’s Shack commemorating their work.
Sometimes words simply cannot express the admiration and appreciation that a community holds for the hard work and dedication of certain people.
That’s why golf course volunteers, Bob Quick and Bernie Derencin, were honored on Saturday, August 22nd, with a proclamation that the day would be known as Bob & Bernie’s Day and both were presented with special signs that would forever more bear testimony to their countless hours spent maintaining the Huletts Golf Course.
These signs will hang permanently on Skip’s Shack as a remembrance of the countless hours through all the years both have worked to maintain this special treasure.
Pat McNelis spoke for the community with heartfelt remarks honoring both Bob and Bernie. Here is a copy of Mr. McNelis’ remarks for those who were unable to attend. Words simply cannot convey the appreciation felt for these two great guys, but Mr. McNelis’ remarks say it best.
In another indication that Skip Linhart was smiling down on the entire day, longtime Huletts resident, Gary Hurley, hit a hole-in-one on the 6th hole during the Skip Linhart Memorial Golf Tournament. “I hit it, and it bounced once and went into the hole,” exclaimed Gary. Congratulations to Gary on one well hit shot!
It was the type of day that shows how special a place Huletts truly is. Bob and Bernie’s Day. One great day, two great guys!
Bits of Everything
Good Samaritans Help Survivors of Dresden Car Wreck
The Post Star reports here on a bad car crash that took place on Route 22 in Dresden. I spoke to some at the scene and from what I can gather, it was quite a bad wreck. A helicopter was brought in to air-lift the survivors out. Everyone who stopped and helped should be commended.
Lake George Park Commission Delays Stream Action Another Month
The LGPC issued this press release recently.
Events Thursday & Friday
Thursday:
Exercise with Edie in the Casino has a special guest! Join Edie and her daughter-in-law Heidi, who will be doing a special section of their workout routine!
And, after the workout pamper yourself with a manicure or pedicure. Laura will be there from 10a-2p, you can call her direct to schedule an appointment at 791-1398 or the Casino at 499-0361.
Friday:
Friends of Historic Huletts Landing (FHHL) & members,
There are 2 events on Friday, August 21th:
FHHL Meeting – 9am Trustees, 9:30am Members, the Gallery (old firehouse) – should last 1 hour
Stories of Meadow Point – 7pm, Mountain Grove Church, Come hear Marian Knight and Ginny Lyons (and guests) share the history of one of the oldest family compounds in Huletts.
Free to members of the FHHL, $5 to non-members.
Take this opportunity to renew your membership or to become a member!
Off to the Races
A large contingent of Hulett’s residents boarded a bus in front of the Post Office this morning, to spend a day at the race track in Saratoga.
One small piece of advice for all those headed to Saratoga today; quit while you’re ahead! (and have a great time!!)
Seeing the Big Dipper & North Star
With the clear August nights we’ve been having, I thought this video on how to find the “Big Dipper” and the North Star would be interesting.
You can spot the “Big Dipper” at this time of the year from Huletts, by looking across the lake in the evening between Deer’s Leap and Sabbath Day Point. This video gives some background info and how to find the North Star once you’ve located the Big Dipper.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hepzUgFhgis
Alleged Fire Sighting Causes False Alarm
The Huletts Volunteer Fire Department received a warning from fire control late this afternoon, that someone across the lake allegedly saw smoke somewhere on the mountain coming into Huletts.
After 3 hours of searching by both the Huletts and Dresden fire companies, no fire was found. The old axiom, “better safe than sorry”, certainly applied here.
Our thanks go out to all the volunteer firemen who spent hours searching the steep woods of the mountain.
New BOOK DROP at the Huletts Gallery & Library
The Huletts Gallery and Library has added a BOOK DROP for returns and donations, located conveniently in the overhead door to the equipment bay along Lands End Road. We can thank longtime resident Ira Doell for the good work of making and installing it.
The Gallery hopes that the new BOOK DROP will increase library usage by making returns more convenient, effectively extending the library hours.
Visitors and residents leaving the landing can also drop off books they no longer need to add to the Library collection. Shelf space was doubled from last year, so there is now plenty of space. The bulk of the collection is popular paperback, but it is hoped that more hardcover and books on area history will be added over time. The Library asks that any rare or high value books be left during regular library hours to avoid the risk of any damage in the drop.
A new door has been added at the rear of the building to make access easier via a gravel path on either side of the building.
The Library is staffed by the Ladies Guild of the Mountain Grove Memorial Church. Volunteers are sought to help man the library, and it is hoped that in 2010 there will be sufficient volunteers and interest to allow a third day.
The Gallery and Library is free to all residents, renters, and visitors and no registration is required (there is a register if you care to sign in). Visitors are encouraged to browse both the book stacks and the exhibits, currently large format reproductions of vintage postcards and some old photographs from the Huletts Area.
Regular hours are 10:00 to 12:00 Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the Summer.
Two Press Releases for You
The Lake George Property Owners Group sent out these two press releases which I’m linking to in this post.
The first press release is about the recent vote in Dresden to oppose the Lake George Park Commission’s proposed stream rules. Their take on the vote is interesting.
The second press release is actually a letter which I pass along for the sheer enjoyment of the first line alone; To Editors of Local Newspapers and Blogs. While there are some who are critical of bloggers and even what I do here, the blogosphere is here to stay. This is the first press release/letter that I’ve received that recognizes this. It explains who the founding members of this group are and lays out a serious argument.
Agenda – August Federation Meeting
I received the agenda for the Federation of Huletts Association’s meeting to be held on Saturday, August 29th at 8:30 a.m. in the new firehouse.
I would encourage everyone to stop by and participate. Far too often, the Hulett’s community has been treated like an orphan step-child by the jurisdictions we are part of. This is a great way to meet our neighbors and get involved. Hear about the issues that impact the community and make up your own mind. Candidates running for the town board should be present, so you will be able to speak to them directly and hear their positions.
Our thanks go out to all those who work tirelessly in all the Associations.