22 - Times of Ti • In Brief
May 19, 2012
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Adk Eagles elect new officers
Youth Fishing Tournament set
Chilson FD plans barbecue, show
TICONDEROGA — Fraternal Order of Eagles Adirondack Aerie held election of offices recently at its home in the upstairs suite of the K of C Building. New officers are Worthy President Arnold LaFountain Vice President – Dwayne Anderson, Past Worthy President Edward Dolback, Worthy Conductor Dawn Millington, Secretary Brenda Speshock, Treasurer Wayne Austin, Chaplain Veronica Fleury, Inside Guard Edward Laing and trustees Betty Dolback, Lori Roe, Mark Gregory and Molly Westover. The group always welcoming new members. Interested people may contact any member or stop by the office.
TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga Elks Lodge #1494 will hold its annual Youth Fishing Tournament Saturday, June 2, at the Ticonderoga ferry landing. The tournament is open to children ages 7-14. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Prizes will be awarded at noon. Each participant will receive a free fishing pole and tackle box. Participants are requested to bring their own equipment if possible. There will be free hamburgers, hot dogs and soda. Parents are encouraged to attend and assist.
CHILSON — Chilson Fire Department’s annual barbecue and classic fire equipment show will be Saturday, July 14. Festivities will begin at noon with the barbecue at 2 p.m. The traditional chicken barbecue dinner with all the fixins will be accompanied by live music and raffles. For ticket information or to enter the fire truck show see any member of the department or call 585-6550.
Fort Ti to host book signing TICONDEROGA — Five authors will be featured at a book signing at Fort Ticonderoga’s Museum Store on Saturday, May 19, from 1 to 1:30 pm. The authors are participating in the fort’s annual War College of the Seven Years’ War. The authors include De Witt Bailey, , Earl John Chapman, Paul W. Mapp, Tim Todish and Len Travers.
Teacher scholarships available TICONDEROGA — Fort Ticonderoga has announced four scholarships are available for teachers to attend the Conference on Lake George and Lake Champlain Aug. 11 and 12. The new conference explores the history, geography, culture, ecology, and current issues related to the Lake George and Lake Champlain region. The Conference takes place in the Deborah Clarke Mars Education Center and is open to the public; pre-registration is required. The scholarships are available for teachers at all grade levels. Applications are due by June 15. Successful applicants will receive free registration, two box lunches, and an opportunity to dine with the conference speakers at a private dinner. Registration forms can be downloaded from the Fort’s website at www.fort-ticonderoga.org Contact Rich Strum, director of education, at 585-6370 for information.
OES, Masons to serve dinner in Ti TICONDEROGA — A public roast turkey breast dinner, sponsored jointly by the members of Mount Defiance Lodge No. 794, F.&A.M., and Fort Ticonderoga Chapter No. 263, Order of the Eastern Star, will be served Friday, May 25, at the Ticonderoga Masonic Temple, 10 Montcalm St. Take-outs will be available starting at 4:30 p.m. and dine-in is 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the downstairs dining hall. Tickets are $10 for adults and $ 6 for children age 12 and younger and will be available both by advanced sale by members of the Masons and the Stars, and at the door. This event concludes the public dinner season. Dinners will resume Sept. 28.
Essay contest voting under way WESTPORT — People can now vote online in the Champlain ARea Trails essay contest. s People can read entries and vote on their favorite online at www.champlainareatrails.com To vote, go to the CATS website, read the stories, and click on “Vote Now.”
Ticonderoga mill plans outage TICONDEROGA — The annual outage at International Paper’s Ticonderoga mill is scheduled to begin May 29 and continue over the following three weeks. During this time new equipment will be installed, repairs made and inspections completed. More than 700 contractors are expected to be on site during the outage. During the outage area residents may be aware of increased noise from steam venting and vehicle and equipment alarms.
Crown Point church service set CROWN POINT — First Congregational Church of Crown Point will hold its Mothers Day service Sunday, May 20,, at 9:30 a.m. The service will be conducted by Pastor David Hirtle. There will be a Crown Point Bridge dedication/sunrise service May 20 at 6 a.m. There will also be a church council meeting following the 9:30 a.m. service. Second Blessings Thrift Shoppe, located in the Hammond Chapel, is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This ministry offers clothing, some small appliances as well as kitchen goods. If there is an urgent need call 597-3398. For more information call 597-3398/3800. or go online at www.Brickchurchonline.com
African drum workshop slated SCHROON LAKE — True North Yoga in Schroon Lake will host a West African drumming workshop with Wayne White Saturday, June 2. To register or for more information call True North Yoga at 8107871 or go online at www.TrueNorthYogaOnline. com
Hiking club forms in Ticonderoga TICONDEROGA — Anyone interested in joining a local hiking club should call Marsha Jewett-LaPointe at 503-5322. Hikes will be C-B rating and generally be in the Pharaoh Wilderness, CATS, Tongue Mountain and Black Mountain areas. Days will be scheduled based on interest for Wednesdays, Fridays or Saturdays.
Mtside Share Shop changes hours Schroon benefit dinner slated SCHROON LAKE — A baked ziti benefit dinner will be held for Joe Podmore on Saturday, May 19, 4 to 8 p.m. at the Schroon Lake fire house. Tickets are $5 for children ages 5 to 12 and $10 for adults. Takeout meals will be available. Podmore is an 18-year-old suffering from Atypical Hemolyitcuremic syndrome. Donations may be sent to Donna Aiken at 3 Industrial Drive, Schroon Lake 12870.
Hague group to host ladies tea HAGUE — The Hague Baptist Church Ladies Fellowship will host a tea Saturday, June 16, at 1 p.m. in the church fellowship hall. The theme is “Let the Son Shine In.” There will be prizes for the best dressed, best hat, most elegant and most flamboyant/creative. Call 543-8899 or 543-6852 for reservations.
Christian bikers to gather in Ti TICONDEROGA — The Christian Motorcyclists Association, Adirondacks Forgiven Chapter # 1172, Plattsburgh, will hold a “Freedom Biker Service” open to the public Saturday, May 19, at the the Ticonderoga American Legion at 11 a.m. There will be live music and michigan hot dogs served following the service. There is no charge for this event. For more information call 534-2556.
Refrigerators still being accepted PORT HENRY — The Town of Moriah transfer station will still accept refrigerators as well as kitchen appliances; however the electronic recycling center at the transfer station will not accept these items. People with questions should see the attendant before they unload.
Schroon Ladies League to play SCHROON LAKE — Schroon Lake Ladies Golf League will begin play June 7 at 9 a.m. at the Schroon Lake Public Golf Course. For information call 532-9359 or 532-9213.
Ti church to host dip supper TICONDEROGA — The Episcopal Church of the Cross, 129 Champlain Avenue, Ticonderoga, will host a dip supper on Saturday, June 2, 4 to 6 p.m. The supper will feature dozens of homemade entrees and desserts with assorted beverages. The cost is 50 cents a dip (serving) and take-outs will be available. There will also be a 50/50 raffle. For further information contact Kim Barber at 585-9073.
Special school meeting to be held TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga Central School District board of education will hold a special meeting Tuesday, May 15, at 7 p.m. in the high school lobby to declare the results of the election and budget vote.
Ti auxiliary accepting donations TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga Fire Company Auxiliary has started to collect donations for its annual Basket Party on Monday, Aug. 6. People interested in making a donation should contact Sheri Osier at 585-6056, Linda Moore at 585-6203 or Jackie Burlingame at 585-6093.
Ti, St. Mary’s to use snow days TICONDEROGA — Weather permitting, the Ticonderoga Central School District and St. Mary’s School will not be in session on Friday, May 25, and Tuesday, May 29, due to the fact that the district did not need all of the scheduled snow/emergency days. For information call the superintendent’s office at 585-7400 ext. 1131.
Benefit softball tournament set PUTNAM — The Candace Little Coed Benefit Softball Tournament will be played at the Putnam field Saturday and Sunday, May 19 and 20. The tournament is double elimination. Each team must have at least four women. Entry fee is $200 a team. To enter call Joseph Trzaskos at 642-5900, Machelle Drinkwine at 932-8393 or Cheryl Cox at 585-9845. Proceeds will assist Candace Little while she is being treated for LAM’s disease.
SCHROON LAKE — The Mountainside Share Shop and Food Pantry has returned to its regular operating hours. Hours of operation are Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon. For an appointment for the food pantry call 532-7128 ext. 106 during their hours of operation. The Share Shop has received a large donation of prom dresses.
Transfer station hours to change MINEVILLE — The town of Moriah transfer station has started summer hours and will be open on Friday nights. Friday hours will be 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 7:30 p.m. The station will also be open Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4:30 p.m.
Cemetery items must be removed CHILSON — People are asked to remove old items placed in the Chilson Cemetery commemorating winter holidays before May 20 in preparation for the upcoming Memorial Day mowing and placement of new items.
Ti Area Seniors plan trip TICONDEROGA — The Ti Area Seniors will visit Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Sunday, June 3. The bus will leave the Wal-Mart parking lot at 7 a.m Cost is $25 and includes $15 free slot play and a $10 food coupon. To reserve a seat call Ann at 585-5060 or Sue at 354-1188 before May 15.
Vendors sought for Hague event HAGUE — Vendors of handcrafted items as well as local produce vendors are being solicited for the 41st annual Hague Arts Fair sponsored by the Hague-On-Lake-George Chamber of Commerce. In addition to inviting crafters to participate, organizers are extending an invitation to local vendors who would be interested in selling produce, fresh flowers or artisan bread. Both inside and outside spaces are available. Deadline for registration is June 15. For further information about spaces available and costs contact Mary Keefer at 301-237-8133 or Email hagueartsfair@yahoo.com The event will be Aug. 4 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Aug. 5 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hague Community Center, Route 8, Hague, New York.
Ti kindergarten registration set TICONDEROGA — Kindergarten registration and screening for Ticonderoga Elementary School kindergarten students will take place on May 22, 23 and 24. Children who turn age 5 on or before Dec. 1, 2012, may attend school in September 2012. Children who turn age 6 on or before Dec. 1, 2012, must attend school from the start of classes in September 2012. Children who turn age 6 after Dec. 1, 2012, must begin school no later than the first day of session in September of 2013. Families new to the school district who have children of kindergarten age are asked to contact the elementary school office at 5857400, ext. 2210.
Moriah school to take snow days PORT HENRY — Moriah Central School will use its unused snow days. There will be no school May 24, May 25 and May 29.
‘Iron-Ore-Man’ event slated MINEVILLE — The Moriah Chamber of Commerce will hold the first “Iron-Ore-Man” event Saturday, June 2, 9 to 11 a.m. at the Cheney Mountain Trail Head on Pelfershire Road in Mineville. The event includes the grand opening of the Cheney Mountain Trail, along with the town of Moriah’s involvement with Champlain Area Trails System. The event cost is $5 a person. The event will consist of signup and a trail hike. The first 100 participants will receive a hiker’s patch designed by Port Henry artist Linda Smythe and all hikers will receive a certificate of completion.
Crown Point lawn sale planned CROWN POINT — Crown Point will host a town-wide lawn sale Saturday, May 26. Locator maps will be given to people driving in to Crown Point at both north and south entrances on 9N/22. To get a sale location pinpointed on the map, people should fill out a form at Frenchman’s with a $2 fee and get a free Yard Sale sign to post.