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Sprout Creek Farm to shutter; animals will be saved

by Rich Thomaselli Sprout Creek Farm in the Town of Poughkeepsie will shutter, another victim of the spread of the coronavirus, but dispelled rumors and social media chatter that its 200-plus animals would be destroyed.

“After many years of serving the Dutchess County community, Sprout Creek Farm’s Board of Directors has made the difficult decision to suspend Farm operations,” the farm said in a statement on its website. “We greatly appreciate the community support the Farm has received over the years and the chance we’ve had to be part of the lives of so many children and their families.”

Having to close the farm due to the coronavirus “only exacerbated the financial challenges,” Sprout Creek added.

Noted for its award-winning cheeses and educational center, Sprout Creek was founded in 1982, but had been in financial peril for the last several years. In 2018, Marist College pumped $2.5 million into the farm.

But the school said it could no longer fund the business model.

“Marist College has made the difficult but necessary decision to end financial support for Sprout Creek Farm,” the school said in a statement provided by media relations director Julia Fishman. “Since 2018, the College has advanced more than $2.5 million to keep the struggling Farm operating, and this is no longer sustainable. The non-profit Farm, a separate 501(c)3, had been losing money for several years before it approached Marist seeking funding support. In the last two years, Marist funded significant capital in the Farm’s infrastructure—including $750,000 to address listeria contamination. The contamination problems at the Farm had not been disclosed to Marist at the time of the operational transfer in 2018.

Despite this substantial investment of resources and time, as well as the College’s commitment to the Farm’s success, it became clear that the Farm’s business model was not viable

COVID-19 UPDATE

Family farm market thrives with vital items in pandemic

by Jim Donick The COVID-19 outbreak is making changes throughout the state, not least of which is how many of us shop and where.

With an ongoing focus on where products are sourced and on maintaining social distancing, some people are turning ever more to local farm markets.

Amanda and Tom Skuza of Locust Hill Market near Millbrook have seen their business take off since the beginning of New York state’s “Pause” or “lock down.”

“Before the 13th of March,” Amanda says, “an average day might have been 25 people stopping by. Now we’re doing 62 or more orders a day.” For a small family operation, that is quite a volume. Weekends are even more hectic. Their market has only physically been in place for a couple of years.

For the Skuza family, what began as selling their own beef products by word–of–mouth and vegetables in an “honor system” wagon on the side of the road five years ago has evolved into a growing venture that even involves extended family members. Tom and Amanda keep their young sons, Henry and Elias, busy much of the day and get help from siblings

From left are Henry, Tom, Amanda and Elias Skuza and Dianne Massarone. The two family dogs are Dylan and Dayton. Photo by Jim Donick and from Amanda’s mother, Diane Massarone.

The work is hard and the times are busy and even “a little crazy,” but Amanda and Tom said, “We love it.”

Amanda said, “It’s great, because we can include the boys in whatever we do and

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STATE ROUNDUP

Cuomo: Testing will be the ‘bridge to tomorrow’

by Kate Goldsmith

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they can see how the farm works. We’re doing what we enjoy and working together as a family.”

In addition to fresh vegetables, Amanda and Tom offer chicken as well as a full line of beef products with all cuts from London broil to sirloin and even beef jerky. Since

Gov. Andrew Cuomo (right) toured the Northwell Health Core Lab in New Hyde Park (on Long Island) on April 19 with Northwell President & CEO Michael Dowling. Photo by Kevin P. Coughlin

As he extended the NY on Pause initiative to May 15, the overriding message from Gov. Andrew Cuomo last week was twofold: First, that the initiative is working, but we must stay the course and continue to “flatten the curve,” thereby preventing a spike in new cases of COVID-19 and a corresponding strain on the already stressed healthcare system. Second, until therapies and/or a vaccine are developed, moving forward to a “new normal” will require a significant ramp-up in testing, done in partnership with the federal government.

On Sunday, Cuomo announced the NYS Department of Health

would begin to conduct a statewide antibody testing survey on Monday, April 20. The testing survey will sample 3,000 people for a population of 19.5 million people; for context, Germany performed a 3,000-person sample with a population of 83 million. Large-scale antibody testing will help determine the percentage of the population that is now immune to the virus, allowing more individuals to safely return to work.

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Photo by Jim Donick they cannot keep up for the demand for beef with their own herd, they team up with the nearby JSK Cattle Company for more beef, plus pork products.

Maple syrup products come from Soukup Farms in Dover. Amanda’s sister, Katlyn, and her husband, Brendon Foley, who own and operate Hoof Print Cheese Company of Millbrook, provide cheese and raw goat milk. Amanda’s mother, Diane Massarone, supplies goat-milk soap and lotion. There are also baked goods from Great Cape Baking Company in Amenia.

The rapid increase in demand has put even more value on the market’s local supply chain.

“We had 90 packages of beef delivered last Friday,” said Amanda, “by Saturday it was all sold.”

The family is committed to maintaining as much local product as is possible.

“Currently we are sourcing roughly 95 percent of our products from local producers,” she said.

When it first opened in 2017, the Locust Hill Market was open a few days per week and pretty much closed in winter. Now the market is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days per week, except for Tuesdays when they open at 2 p.m. Tom also delivers to a

number of restaurants and farm-to-market outlets throughout the county.

“He’s on the road a couple of days a week from Wappinger to Red Hook,” said Amanda.

During the current situation, customers are not able to enjoy browsing in the store itself, but orders are taken via the internet and on the phone. For orders over three items, the Skuzas ask for 24-hours notice to get an order together. The customer gives the order via email, then Amanda gives them a time to arrive; and the boxes of meat, vegetables, baked goods and other products are labeled with their name and waiting on a table on the market’s front porch. Social Distancing in shopping doesn’t get much easier.

“We’re just happy to be helping the community,” Amanda said. People are responding to the situation and to the quality of the local farm market’s products.

“I’ve had new customers saying they’ll never go back to the supermarkets after this is over,” she said.

Locust Hill Market is located at 3691 Route 82 in Millbrook. That’s just up the hill from the intersection of Route 343.

They can be reached at (845) 489-318 or on-line at www.locusthillmarket.com.

On April 17, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) unveiled a $19 billion aid program for farmers and producers, which will include both commodity purchases and direct payments to impacted farmers. Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney, who represents New York’s 18th Congressional District and serves on the House Agriculture Committee, released the following statement: “This is welcome news for Hudson Valley farmers. If implemented in a fair and comprehensive way, this program will be the lifeline that keeps our farms running and provides food for struggling families during this pandemic,” Maloney said.

“Congress will continue to support America’s agriculture industry, and I will continue to fight for our hardworking family farmers here in the Hudson Valley.”

According to the USDA, $16 billion will be appropriated in direct payments to farmers, while $3 billion will be used to purchase dairy, meat and produce, which has seen a decline in demand during the COVID-19 pandemic. The purchased commodities will be distributed to food banks and other organizations.

The funds were appropriated through Congress’s recently passed Coronavirus, Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and other existing authorities.

The CARES Act provided $9.5 billion in emergency funding for agriculture producers impacted by the coronavirus, including producers of specialty crops, producers that supply local food systems, and livestock producers. The $2.2 trillion bill also expanded the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, the Children Nutrition Program, and The Emergency Food Assistance Program.

Maloney supported the CARES Act. Hudson Valley farmers have faced collapsed markets and limited product demand as schools, restaurants and businesses shutter temporarily during the coronavirus pandemic. In addition to supporting impacted farmers and producers through emergency supplemental funding, a bipartisan coalition of New York Members of Congress recently called on USDA Secretary Perdue to support the dairy industry and processors as markets close across the state.

Village of Rhinebeck deferring water bills to May 25 Rhinebeck Mayor Gary Bassett announced that the Village Board is authorizing a delay in mailing and payment of water bills covering the Village of Rhinebeck that were due on April 25.

The decision was made in light of New York’s State of Emergency, which requires

all non-essential personnel to remain at home; and while water maintenance is an essential function of the water department, the billing is not.

The bills originally due on April 25 have been delayed to May 25. No late fees will be assessed.

Follow this link for a listing of farm markets in Dutchess County: https://s3.amazonaws.com/assets.cce.cornell.edu/attachments/44065/Farm_Stores_2020_COVID_19_v.7.pdf?1587139186.

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Sprout Creek Farm in the Town of Poughkeepsie will close due to financial challenges.

Courtesy photo going forward. The current COVID-19 crisis has only served to exacerbate an already untenable situation.”

The school had been trying to find a solution for Sprout Creek.

“For the past several months, in an attempt to develop a plan for the Farm’s operations to continue, the College has been actively engaged in communications with the Society of the Sacred Heart, the Catholic order of nuns instrumental in establishing the Farm based on a gift they received,” Marist said. “Unfortunately, the Society has refused to take back the operation of the Farm itself, and has been unwilling to provide the funding necessary to keep the Farm operating.”

When news of the farm’s closing began to filter out last week, rumors were running rampant on Facebook asking people to help adopt out the animals because they were being sent to slaughter.

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That proved to be untrue.

“It is a priority to Sprout Creek Farmers that all animals are relocated to new homes and given the best care that local farmers can give them. All efforts are being made to ensure that the transitions are accomplished with the emphasis on animal safety, health and welfare. We have taken great pride ensuring that the animals have been very well looked after and that the care and attention we have given them will continue,” Farm Director Sean O’Sullivan said in a statement. “The animals at Sprout Creek Farm will all be appropriately and humanely managed during the process of suspension of farm operations, as directed by the capable hands of our farmer and his staff.

We have always operated this way at Sprout Creek Farm.”

At time of publication, it was unknown if a new owner would step in and save Sprout Creek Farm.

COUNTY COVID-19 UPDATE

Molinaro: Don’t ‘push the envelope,’ be considerate

by Kate Goldsmith During his weekly virtual Town Hall on April 15, County Executive Marc Molinaro urged residents to be considerate and follow state-issued protocols to continue ‘flattening the curve’ in the fight against COVID-19.

On the same day that Gov. Cuomo extended the NY on Pause initiative to May 15, Molinaro took questions from residents on the phone and also via Facebook on a variety of COVID-19 related topics. He emphasized that the purpose of social distancing, wearing face coverings and keeping non-essential businesses closed is not intended to be punitive; the goal is to save lives and not overwhelm the healthcare system.

The measures “are working in Dutchess County,” he said, urging compliance for the

good of all.

“Now is not the time to push the envelope,” said Molinaro. “We need to act as if we have the disease ourselves … Be considerate [of others].”

As of April 18, there had been 2,140 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the county and 1,879 active cases. There are 97 county residents hospitalized for the virus; 28 individuals have died and 233 have recovered. A total of 10,596 had been completed, but results are not yet in for all of these (it can take up to 10 days to process results). For a breakdown of cases by municipality and current updates, check the county’s COVID-19 Community Impact Dashboard accessible through www.dutchessny.gov/coronavirus.

Although hospitalization rates are currently stabilized, the county executive

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April 8 to 507 on April 18.

Hospitalizations have been slightly but steadily decreasing, suggesting New York is past the plateau of the curve and starting to descend, the governor said; and intubations (patients placed on ventilators) are down. This latter news is particularly good, said Cuomo, because during this crisis, approximately 80 percent of patients who have been put on ventilators never come off them.

Accentuating his message that New York’s “un-pausing” must be done gradually, the governor noted the number of new COVID-19 cases admitted to hospitals each day is around 2,000.

“We are still in the woods,” he warned.

“Our actions today determine the infection rate tomorrow.”

Simply put, the infection rate is based on how many people one person infects. When one person infects two others, it results in an outbreak; a one-to-one ratio results in a stable rate of infection. It’s only when one person statistically infects less than one other person that the rate begins to decline. As of Friday, New York’s infection rate was 0.9.

Testing done on a massive scale will be the “bridge to tomorrow,” said Cuomo, because that will determine who is able to return to work and who still needs to isolate. He issued an executive order to help ensure the 301 laboratories and hospitals in the state that are licensed to perform virology testing operate in a coordinated way to increase testing capacity.

“Why is testing so important? Testing is how you monitor the rate of infection and it’s how we find people with the virus and trace their contacts,” Cuomo said. “The challenge is to bring testing up to scale. We asked the top 50 labs in the state what they would need to double their testing, and they all said the same thing: they need more chemical reagents. We need the federal government to oversee the supply chain and help get labs what they need.”

Cuomo explained why the federal government should play a central role in procurement.

“No one is to blame” for the virus, he said, “but the answer is not for 50 states to compete against each other [for testing supplies], and the federal government competing against the 50 states.”

He added: Our state and nation are facing a generational challenge. The situation is bad, and there is no time and no place for division.”

In brief: • All New Yorkers must wear a face covering when out in public and social distancing is not possible.

• Cuomo and the governors of six other East Coast states formed a council to cooperate as a region, wherever possible, on a timetable for reopening the economy. The May 15 extension of NY on Pause was taken in consultation with Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island. On Sunday, Cuomo announced each governor appointed one health expert, one economic development expert and their respective chiefs of staff to this council. The group will work on a coordinated regional plan to reopening their states.

• Cuomo issued an executive order to allow New Yorkers to get marriage licenses remotely and allowing clerks to perform ceremonies via video conference. The executive order will temporarily suspend a provision of law that requires in-person visits.

• Another executive order will enable individuals assisting with the COVID-19 response, or individuals who have been displaced due to COVID-19, to stay in a hotel in New York City for more than 28 days without legally becoming a tenant. This will make it easier for both hotels and these guests to navigate the housing codes during this uncertain time.

• Cuomo reprised his call for the federal government to provide unrestricted funding to the states to help stabilize the economy and allow the states to perform reopening functions. “The federal government has passed three bills to address this crisis, including the federal CARES Act, all of which contained no funding to offset drastic state revenue shortfalls related to this pandemic,” he said.

• The governor outlined a blueprint to get New Yorkers back to work and ease social isolation without triggering a renewed spread of the virus. The blueprint operates under one overarching principle: do no harm. The three-part strategy focuses on strengthening the healthcare system; using diagnostic testing, antibody testing and contact tracing to limit the spread of the virus; and implementing a phased return to a “new normal,” which will include evaluating risk by industry, starting with the most essential businesses that present the lowest risk, rethinking the workplace to make it safer, and implementing protocols for response if a worker develops COVID-19 symptoms.

noted that Dutchess Community College’s dormitory is ready to be utilized as a recovery facility, for people who aren’t critically ill but are unable to care for themselves.

The question of voting in the upcoming June primaries was brought up. Molinaro said absentee voting will be allowed.

Also on the virtual Town Hall was Dr. Anil Vaidian, commissioner of the county’s Department of Behavioral and Community Health. He addressed questions about COVID-19 testing and vaccine projections.

Vaidian noted that the FDA has approved some tests, but they won’t be available for another few weeks. He reiterated that a conservative estimate for a vaccine is 18 to 24 months; once it’s developed, trials still need to be done to prove its safety and effectiveness.

Regarding contact tracing, Vaidian said the county has 16 teams reaching out to confirmed cases.

“We’re in a war,” Molinaro said. “The battle is about trying to save lives.”

Earlier that day, the county executive addressed the business community at a virtual ‘contact breakfast’ hosted by the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce (DCRCOC). He pointed out how some essential businesses have taken measures to mitigate risk of COVID-19 spread, such as installing protective shields at registers, designating one-way aisles to control the traffic flow and marking the floor in six-foot increments to help maintain social distancing.

Molinaro noted that the majority of Dutchess County businesses (65 percent) have 0-5 employees and encouraged participants on the call to contact their federal

Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro wears a face-mask produced by Unshattered.

Courtesy photo representatives and urge them to do more for small, local businesses. Along those line, the DCRCOC planned to host another webinar on April 21 with Congressmen Antonio Delgado and Sean Patrick Maloney. Visit www.dutchessbnn.com to view the webinar.

Molinaro said Dutchess is coordinating plans to restart the economy with Orange and Ulster counties, adding that the new normal “is going to be significantly different” from the world we knew in March. He acknowledged the testing that will be necessary to get more people back to work is not available at this time, and echoed Cuomo’s call for the federal government to “step up.”

The county will present a Facebook Town Hall on April 22 (time TBA) and a Facebook/Telephone Town Hall on April 29 at 5:30 p.m.

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Cuomo’s forcible seizure of the ventilators To the editor: On April 3, Gov. Cuomo announced the “redeployment” of ventilators from Upstate to areas Downstate hit hardest by COVID-19.

The order mobilized the New York State National Guard to “collect” the ventilators from public and private hospitals then “deliver” them to hospitals in NYC and Long Island.

That is a lot of euphemism just to say that armed soldiers would seize life-sustaining equipment from some hospitals and take it to others.

Critics Upstate have countered that Cuomo is “stealing our” ventilators to give them to more politically valuable communities Downstate, but that is no tact worth taking. If there are unused ventilators in an Upstate hospital’s inventory, then surely nobody at that hospital would object to the ventilators going to save the lives of Downstaters … all things being equal. The main problem is that things are far from being equal in this volatile time.

Firstly, Cuomo himself projects COVID-19’s peak transmission to occur in just a few weeks, and secondly, he admits that the surge in demand has rendered all medical equipment – even simple products like face masks – exceedingly scarce.

Consider these stark facts against Cuomo’s assurances that Upstate’s hospitals will be reimbursed for the seized ventilators “later.” If ventilators are already in short supply (laws against price gouging hardly help, but that is a subject for another time), then New York State’s reimbursement to a hospital for its seized ventilators will be unable to replace them. Additionally, when Upstate’s infection rates soar, the seizure of ventilators here imminently puts us at great risk!

The main criticism against Cuomo is in the manner of this redistribution. His press conference on April 3 highlights the alarming overnight spike in infection rates Downstate, then he proceeds to announce the NYS National Guard’s seizure of ventilators Upstate - giving our hospitals no chance to volunteer their own ventilators.

The news abounds with stories of people rallying to help others during this crisis, yet Cuomo’s forcible seizure of the ventilators presumes selfishness on our hospitals’ part, which denies the altruism inherent in healthcare (which this author should know, having married a doctor). Cuomo instead could have dispatched an emergency request for the needed ventilators and given our institutions the chance to live up to their noble profession. Given simple assurances of future asset transfers (like maybe exchanging choice medical equipment with hospitals Upstate), throughout our great state we could have had many hospital administrators stepping up to be heroes rather than one governor sharing the spotlight with nobody.

Daniel Donnelly Amenia Dutchess County Libertarian Party, Vice-Chair Speaking out on census, freedom and Trump

To the editor: Watching the recent PBS television show about the discovery of genes and DNA served as a reminder of how much humanity is the same – starting with 23 pairs of chromosomes. White, Black, Brown, Hispanic, Asian, and so on - we are all the same.

The 2020 census being conducted goes into great length to clas-

sify people and where they live for political purposes. Will the information be used for the good of this country? Is this country forgetting the lessons or wisdom of the past?

Thomas Paine in his 1700s “Common Sense” recited in part “No Country can be called free which is governed by an absolute Power.” “A body of men holding themselves accountable to nobody ought not to be trusted by anybody,” and “Men who look upon themselves born to reign, and others to obey, soon grow insolent; selected from the rest of mankind their minds are early poisoned by importance … when they succeed to the government are frequently the most ignorant and unfit of any.”

We also had Adam Smith’s 1776 “The Wealth of Nations” that opined “The subjects of every state ought to contribute towards the support of the government, as nearly as possible. ... in proportion to the revenue which they respectively enjoy under the protection of the State”.

I am sadly disappointed in Donald Trump, the man of 16,241 lies and distortions (Washington Post), that he cannot or will not rise above his racist angry nature to a level of presidency for the good of all.

Starting with his first 70-plus executive orders his governing has been about “destroy anything Obama” to the extent of “Throwing out the baby with the bath water.”

Did his signature tax act help this country now $24 trillion in debt ($5-plus trillion or 20 percent more than when Obama left office)? Is our population better off with the top one percent having 40 percent of the wealth, top 20 percent with 90 percent of wealth and the lowest 2 of 10 having none with average $6,000 debt ( Nat. bur. Econ. Research)?

What good is Trump hatred of “Obamacare”- leaving this country $28 million (10.4 percent, KFF fndtn) with no health insurance and all worried about pre-existing condition coverage which he now fights against in court?

Now we are faced with the national coronavirus (COVID- 19) disaster. Donald Trump did not bring it to America - he can lie, blame others all he wants, but he did ignore it, downplay it and made it worse by his actions of delay, confusion and contradicting health professionals.

The Trump administration knew about the virus in December 2019. The Chinese government officially notified the world on New Year’s Day and our CDC on Jan. 3 our intelligence people were reporting it in presidential briefings.

Early on in 2018, the Trump Administration was dismantling anything to do with Obama, which included the “White House Global Health and biodefense team on the National Security Council” leaving our country structurally unprepared and with reduced or damaged virus protection equipment. (Another pandemic was foreseen but not when it would happen).

His response: punishing the World Health Organization (WHO) (more worldwide disasters?), reasserting his claim of absolute power with no checks or balances, and his “gut instinct” that knows more than all the generals, doctors, etc.- so he has FEMA distribute 10 million Hydroxychloroquine (tablets), known to generate heart problems with no effectiveness against the virus known – but, he cannot get the medical workers safety equipment they need.

David F. Queen Red Hook

Red Hook board approves Warden as new superintendent of schools

by Rich Thomaselli The Red Hook Central School District Board of Education has approved the hire of Janet Warden as the district’s new superintendent of schools.

Warden will take over July 1 and replace Paul Finch, who stepped down and decided not to renew his contract.

“It is an honor and privilege to be selected as the next Superintendent of Red Hook,” Warden said in a video introduction to the community. “I realize that these are extremely challenging times for all of us.

So please know I will be working alongside the Board of Education, current superintendent and administration to ensure an effective and seamless transition.”

Warden was given a three-year contract with an annual salary of $207,000 as voted on and approved by the BOE two weeks ago. A current resident of Ulster Park in Ulster County, she has been the assistant superintendent for personnel and instruction at the Carmel Central School District in Putnam County for the last five years.

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But Warden is more than familiar with Dutchess County, having grown up here and having attended local schools while her mother taught for more than 30 years in the Poughkeepsie City School District, and her father was an educator and superintendent in the Putnam Valley School District.

“During the interview process I was amazed by the pride and sense of community in Red Hook, as well as a board of education that was forward-thinking around academic, social and emotional learning, and programming,” she said. “I immediately knew these values were aligned to my core brand of leadership style.”

Warden is currently completing a doctorate degree in educational leadership, administration and policy at Fordham University.

“I wish you all peace and health in these uncertain times, but please know I am ready to serve and lead the Red Hook Central School District for years to come,” she said.

“Together, we will get through these challenging times for our children. I look forward to meeting all of you.

Janet Warden

FDR student campaign honors ‘front line’ workers

Local homeschoolers offer tips to keep children occupied

by Kate Goldsmith

Members of the Franklin D. Roosevelt High School Student Government Organization created a campaign to thank all of the people who are on the front line fighting the coronavirus or who are sacrificing their safety to support the community during this pandemic. Since all are encouraged to practice social distancing during the “stay at home” order, here are some virtual thank-you notes from the members of the Hyde Park Central School community. These messages of gratitude were submitted by HPCSD students, teachers and staff. Courtesy photos

With Gov. Cuomo extending the NY on Pause initiative through May 15, students in the region’s public schools will continue remote learning for at least another few weeks. Parents who are looking for ideas to supplement their children’s education at this time are getting help from the local homeschooling community.

“Just after the first schools closed, [the community] opened a Facebook page called Temporary Homeschoolers of the Hudson Valley,” said MarieRose “Rosey” daSilva, a member of Loving Education at Home (www.leah.org). “Though I don’t love the name [see her reason below], it’s a good group where homeschool vets were asked to join and assist public-school parents with ideas to keep the kids occupied [and] learning.”

DaSilva explained that homeschooling is not an accurate description of what public-school students are doing right now.

“Homeschoolers have regulations to follow and paperwork to hand in. We stress over choosing curriculum and wasting money on ones that don’t work,” daSilva said. “We’re also much more active than this! We miss our field trips and volunteering and church and all our other out-of-thehouse stuff.”

The “About” section of the Temporary Homeschoolers of the Hudson Valley Facebook page states: “During this unprecedented time of social distancing to combat the spread of Covid-19, this group is here for those who are looking to provide some educational structure to your child’s days. Some of the group members here are homeschooling parents and are happy to share with you some of the many different ways homeschooling families fill their days. So come on in, ask some questions, and make the best of your time at home with your children!”

DaSilva offered some general advice for parents, based on her experience and that of many other homeschoolers.

“As a mom who went from public to private to homeschool … Do what works.

However, do not try to imitate school at home; it will not work, we have all tried and most have failed,” she said with a laugh. “It

takes time to unwind from the busyness of school. Education at home is a slower pace for fewer sitting hours, because there is not a lot of distraction or setting up and break down with lots of students.”

If children need a schedule to function, make one and change it as needed, daSilva said.

“If you need to work from home, don’t be afraid to use the television or electronics as a baby-sitter for an hour or so. The kids will survive and there are a ton of ‘educational’ games available,” she said. “We used to do something I called ‘Literature Lunch,’ where I would read aloud to the kids while they ate, then put on a video of the book we were reading. We spent some time together, but the video gave me a moment where I could get some of my own stuff done.”

DaSilva noted, “There are great online resources for classic literature, much of which schools don’t teach anymore, at https://librivox.org/ or Project Gutenberg (www.gutenberg.org).”

Additional suggestions from daSilva: • “Pick a time in history your child would like to explore more deeply and watch YouTube videos. Do the same with science or even, gulp, math. ‘Donald in MathMagic Land’ is on YouTube!”

• “Get kids together to work on a virtual project. My daughter is writing a musical with two other friends.”

• Check out online art classes offered by local artists. “There are also great classes available on Outschool.com. Use the library online resources.”

Tips for parents: • Don’t turn home into school.

• Take time to get to know your kids.

• Don’t spend time being upset with what the school district is or is not doing.

• Stay focused on doing what works best for your family.

• Take time to play with your kids.

“There will be days that are easy, [when] everything goes as planned. There will be days where everything will fall apart.

That’s normal,” daSilva said. “The kids will push back and revolt. You will be consumed with worry about making a mortgage payment and take it out on them.

Be patient with each other.”

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Gasland Petroleum donates protective masks, medical gowns to VBMC Gasland Petroleum announced a significant and much needed contribution to Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie. Gasland’s donation will help provide the hospital with 2,000 protective masks and 2,000 medical gowns to equip doctors, nurses and staff with the crucial personal protective equipment (PPE) they need to battle the COVID-19 crisis.

“We want to express our deep appreciation for all the medical professionals and essential hospital staff working tirelessly to save lives,” said Majed “Mitch” Nesheiwat, Gasland Petroleum Founder, CEO and longtime Dutchess County resident. “At Gasland, we remain committed to serving

our community, especially during these very challenging times. My sons and I want to emphasize that we are all in this together, and we urge all members of the community, businesses and individuals alike, to take action in the continued fight against this virus.” Nesheiwat added, “For those who are able, please consider making donations to hospitals, local food pantries, shelters, the American Red Cross, or even purchasing gift cards from local retailers or restaurants to provide financial support during mandated closures.”

To learn more about ways to give to Vas sar Brothers Medical Center, visit www.healthquest.org/Poughkeepsie/Ways-to-Give-VBMC.aspx

VOLUNTEERS PROVIDE RED HOOK SENIORS WITH INFORMATION ABOUT RESOURCES, SERVICES The Town of Red Hook Senior Services Committee (SSC) is partnering with the Town of Red Hook Disaster Preparedness Committee, the Red Hook Public Library, Bard College Lifelong Learning Institute and a large group of volunteers from an organization called H2O (associated with St. Christopher’s parish in Red Hook), to provide information regarding all resources and services available to Red Hook seniors.

Any senior wishing to have a friendly

phone call from another Red Hook senior will be assigned to one of the phone-call volunteers, who will call them at desired regular intervals.

Call the hot line at (845)758-4624 and leave a message with your name and phone number. An intake volunteers will return the call, usually the same day, and provide information about all available resources and services.

HVEDC to host weekly webinars Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation (HVEDC) announced that it has partnered with Ellenbogen Creative Media and Focus Media to develop a weekly webinar series titled, “Back to Business: Ready for the Big Comeback!” that will launch at 4 p.m. on April 23.

The series, which will be broadcasted on HVEDC’s Facebook page and YouTube channel, will feature different weekly topics that provide guidance on what businesses can do now to prepare for the re-opening of the economy.

“We know these are exceptionally challenging times, and we wanted to create a platform that will dispense valuable information for businesses to help them weather the storm, stay strong and be reinvigorated once COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted,” said HVEDC President and CEO Mike Oates. “We’re excited to partner with Ellenbogen and Focus Media to make this happen, and we’re grateful for our featured speakers who will be providing expert advice.”

The inaugural webinar will feature two speakers: Dominic Cordisco, partner of New Windsor-based law firm Drake Loeb, who will provide an overview of methods to

allow planning boards and applicants to continue to function and do business while New York is on PAUSE; and Elizabeth Rowley, president and CEO of Community Foundation of Orange & Sullivan, who will discuss the Foundation’s COVID-19 Response Fund and how it can help nonprofits operate during this unprecedented time.

Rand Commercial will headline the April 30 session and Focus Media will dispense marketing advice during the May 7 webinar. Additional information will be provided in the coming weeks.

To learn more, follow HVEDC’s Facebook page.

HVEDC is the leading economic development agency for the seven-county region of Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange, Ulster and Sullivan. The public-private partnership markets the region as a prime business location to corporate executives, site selection consultants and real estate brokers. HVEDC helped start the organizational, branding and promotional effort for NY BioHud Valley, Hudson Valley 3D Printing, and the Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance.

To learn more, call (845) 220-2244 or visit www.hvedc.com.

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Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation deploys emergency COVID-19 resources in Northeast Dutchess County Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation and its Northeast Dutchess Fund are rapidly deploying flexible resources to assist individuals and families in northeast Dutchess County who are disproportionately impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

In one week, generous donors contributed nearly $40,000 to provide grants for health services, food, utilities and other emergency needs for residents in crisis in the towns of Amenia, Dover, North East, Pine Plains, Stanford and Washington, and the hamlet of Clinton Corners.

Berkshire Taconic and the Northeast Dutchess Fund are directing all of the donations to social workers at partner nonprofit organizations Grace Immigrant Outreach, the North East Community Center and the Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County. These trusted client advocates are distributing grants to aid local individuals and families in economic distress due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Donations to support emergency grants can be made at www.BerkshireTaconic.org/DutchessCOVID. Residents may contact a social service provider through the foundation’s Neighbor-to-Neighbor Fund at www.BerkshireTaconic.org/N2NApply.

Nuvance Health seeks donations to battle COVID-19 challenge Nuvance Health staff have been working around the clock to respond to the challenges of the COV ID-19 pandemic.

During these challenging times, many people are asking, “What can I do to help?”

Philanthropic dollars: Your gift, no matter its size, will give Nuvance Health the flexibility to support continued emergency preparedness. To support via monetary donations, visit www.healthquest.org and click on the link for Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update.

In-kind donations: Local area hospitals are ready to respond to the pandemic today and are continuously building up reserves of supplies, equipment and additional staff.

To help ensure sufficiency of supplies, see below for a list of approved donation items: New, clean disposable face masks, gowns, head covers, gloves, goggles/eye shields, shoe covers, scrubs, coveralls, unopened bleach wipes. Masks: N95, N25, P95, R95, N100, P100, R100 To speak to the Foundation office at any of Nuvance’s community hospitals in the area regarding an in-kind donation, contact: Northern Dutchess Hospital: (845) 8711711; Sharon Hospital: (845) 871-1711; Vassar Brothers Medical Center: (845) 790-9360.

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State Police open application process, will hold entrance exam in October Superintendent Keith M. Corlett announced the State Police have launched a new recruiting effort to attract the best and brightest qualified candidates to join one of the most highly respected law enforcement organizations in the country. The State Police will be holding a new trooper entrance examination this fall. The exams are scheduled for Oct. 3, 10, 17 and 24, and will be offered at several convenient locations around the state.

Online applications are now being accepted. Interested candidates have several options to start the application process.

Visit www.joinstatepolice.ny.gov to apply online, text JoinNYSP to (518) 240-3959, or call 1-866-NYSP-EXAM. “The strength of our agency is built on the diversity of the men and women who have dedicated their lives to serving their communities and their state” said Superintendent Corlett. “We are actively seeking qualified, committed, and motivated candidates from all walks of life to take

the Trooper exam this fall. Candidates will be competing for the chance to join the ranks of the New York State Police and have a rewarding career of public service.”

Opportunities within the State Police include training and membership in specialized units, as well as opportunities for advancement through the State Police ranks.

Some of the specialized areas of expertise include positions such as: Crime Scene Evidence Technicians; Field Training Officers; Canine Handlers; Firearms Instructors; and Motor Vehicle Collision Reconstructionist. Troopers are also eligible for assignments to specialized details and units including: the Aviation Unit; the Dive Team; the Special Operations Response Team; the Community Narcotics Enforcement Team; and the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit.

Troopers may also pursue assignments as investigators in the Bureau of Criminal Investigation.

EAST CLINTON FIRE DISTRICT OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED The East Clinton Fire District annual inspection and open house scheduled for Saturday, April 25, from 1 to 4 p.m., has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

The open house gives residents an opportunity to visit the firehouse and learn about the facilities, the equipment, and opportunities to assist in their community’s emergency response teams, both fire and emergency medical services.

This open house will be rescheduled for the community at a later date.

Community Foundations announces $50,000 for farms and fresh food In response to the impacts of COVID-19 on the region, Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley is announcing $50,000 in grants to support the local food system.

Funded by the NoVo Foundation, grants will support nonprofit farms and help to ensure that their bounty reaches those who need it most.

“These grants expand on current efforts to shore up pantries and support local food producers,” said Cristin McPeake, vice president of programs at the Community Foundations. “Our nonprofit farms are growing nutrient-dense foods that can augment shelf-stable offerings, and contribute to the overall health of consumers. The agricultural bounty of our region is among its greatest resources, and these grants demonstrate our commitment to supporting

their work.

“We are grateful for the continued partnership of the NoVo Foundation in nourishing our neighbors,” McPeake said. “Since 2014, we have worked together to strengthen access to locally grown produce. Their willingness to provide immediate aid in this trying time will benefit many throughout the region.”

The list of recipients includes: Common Ground Farm, Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County, Hillside Food Outreach, Kingston YMCA Farm Project, North East Community Center, Phillies Bridge Farm Project, Poughkeepsie Farm Project, Rondout Valley Food Pantry, Rondout Valley Growers Association, Second Chance Foods, St. Thomas Episcopal Church.

Heat lamp causes garage fire in Poughkeepsie On April 15, at approximately 2:53 am, the Arlington Fire District was dispatched to the area of 45 LaGrange Avenue in the Town of Poughkeepsie for a report of a garage fire. The first fire department unit arrived at a location on Fairmont Avenue, near LaGrange Avenue, at 2:56 a.m. and observed a three-bay detached garage fully involved in fire, with two additional cars parked in the driveway.

Town police officers were already assisting with evacuating occupants from the nearby houses.

A second alarm was called for at 3 am, bringing additional Arlington units to the scene, as well as Mobile Life Support and the City of Poughkeepsie Fire Department.

The fire completely destroyed the garage; the two cars in the driveway suffered extensive damage from radiant heat, and a small chicken coop immediately adjacent to the garage was destroyed, as well.

There were no injuries, and all of the occupants of the nearby houses were able to return to their homes. A number of chickens were rescued by civilians prior to Arlington’s arrival, but unfortunately, five chickens perished in the fire.

The fire was extinguished in 30 minutes Assisting at the scene of the fire were the City of Poughkeepsie Fire Department, Mobile Life Support Services, Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department, Town of Poughkeepsie Building Department and Central Hudson Gas & Electric. The New Hamburg and Roosevelt Fire Districts were dispatched to standby in Arlington stations.

The origin and cause of the fire was investigated by the Arlington Fire District Fire Investigation Division, and determined to be from a heat lamp that was being used inside the chicken coop. The cause of the fire is considered to be accidental.

All units were back in service by 6 a.m.

Northern Dutchess Hospital receives $29,000 ‘Share the Love’ donation

Participating in the Village of Rhinebeck Healthcare Worker Salute Parade at Northern Dutchess Hospital on April 8, Dawn Hopper drives her “masked” Subaru, which she purchased from Ruge’s Automotive. Courtesy photo For the sixth year in a row, Ruge’s Automotive selected Northern Dutchess Hospital as its hometown charity recipient, donating about $29,000 through Subaru’s annual “Share the Love” campaign.

The funds will be used by the Rhinebeck hospital to offset the cost of isolation room conversions, antiviral medications and vital personal protective equipment – all associated with COVID-19 patient care.

“The generosity of the Ruge family and Subaru could not have come at a more needed time, as we ceaselessly work and invest to ensure the healthcare needs of our local community are met during this pandemic,” hospital President Denise George said.

During December’s “Share the Love” campaign, anyone who purchases or leases

a new Subaru can designate $250 to be given to a national charity or the dealer’s local charity of choice. In total, about $139,000 was donated by Ruge’s Automotive to Northern Dutchess Hospital through this campaign over the six years.

Dealership founder Lewis Ruge has been a member of the hospital’s board of directors for 45 years and the hospital’s foundation board for 36 years. His daughter and Ruge’s CEO, Kristin Hutchins, is also on the foundation board.

To learn more about Ruge’s Automotive, visit www.rugesauto.com. To learn more about the hospital, visit www.healthquest.org/NDH (TTY: 800421-1220).

Finalists announced for Dutchess Tourism Awards of Distinction Dutchess Tourism Inc. has announced the finalists for its Seventh Annual Dutchess Tourism Awards of Distinction.

Award winners in eight categories will be announced at a special breakfast that has tentatively been rescheduled for 9 a.m. on Tuesday, June 16, at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library & Museum.

The event was to have taken place May 7 during National Travel & Tourism Week.

The three finalists in each category: The Dutchess County Executive’s Award for Overall Distinction: Dutchess County Fairgrounds; Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum; Hudson Valley Renegades Arts Award of Distinction: Bridge Music; Jazz in the Valley; MJN - Majed J. Nesheiwat Convention Center Culinary Award of Distinction: Farmers & Chefs; Harlem Valley Homestead; Sunflower Bakery Family Entertainment Award of Distinction: Four Brothers Drive-In Theatre; Greig Farm; Sinterklaas!

History Award of Distinction: Dutchess County Historic Tavern Trail; Elmendorph Inn/Historic Red Hook; Mount Gulian Historic Site Outdoors Award of Distinction: Beatrix Farrand Garden Association; Innisfree Garden; Mountain Tops Outfitters Hospitality Service Award of Distinction: Tom Baurer, Hospitality

Volunteer; Djan Paunovic, Terrapin Restaurant; Adam Pregno, Marriott International Accessible Hospitality Award of Distinction: Egg Hunts for All at Tymor Park; Julie’s Jungle; Roosevelt & Lyceum Cinemas According to Dutchess Tourism President & CEO Mary Kay Vrba, “Even though we are not able to gather together during this difficult time, we still want to honor our tradition of recognizing the small businesses and non-profits who provide exceptional offerings to our community and contribute to a “Storied Experience” for our visitors.”

She added, “We are very much looking forward to the day when we can celebrate with them in person. In the meantime, our staff continues to work tirelessly from home so when the time is right, we are prepared to aggressively market travel to Dutchess County, and to play our part in reinvigorating our economy by inviting visitors to experience the dynamic destination that we are.”

Tickets for the awards breakfast, catered

by Simply Gourmet, are available at www.DutchessTourism.com/awards. The breakfast will include local products from Ready Coffee, Soukup Farms, Harney & Sons Fine Teas and Hudson Valley Fresh.

Reservations are required.

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Accelerated Renewable Energy Growth and Community Benefit Act passed as part of enacted state budget New York State public authorities and agencies announced the passage of legislation as part the FY 2020-2021 state budget to dramatically speed up the siting and construction of clean energy projects to combat climate change and help jump-start the state’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 health crisis.

The Accelerated Renewable Energy Growth and Community Benefit Act (the Act) will create a first-in-the-nation Office of Renewable Energy Siting to improve and streamline the process for environmentally responsible and cost-effective siting of large-scale renewable energy projects across New York while delivering significant benefits to local communities. The act, which will be implemented by t he New York State Department of State, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, Department of Public Service, Department of Environmental Conservation, New York Power Authority and the Empire State Development Corporation, will accelerate progress toward Gov. Cuomo’s clean energy and climate goals – including the mandate to obtain 70-percent of the state’s electricity from renewable sources – as identified under the state’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act. This legislation developed and passed with significant stakeholder and community advocate support underscores the state’s commitment to efficiently develop renewable energy. By creating a new siting process specifically designed for renewable energy facilities, the Act will accelerate new private investment and job growth in the green economy at a time New Yorkers need it most.

The State’s existing energy generation siting process was designed for siting fossil-fuel electric generating plants and was established prior to the adoption of New York’s critical nation-leading clean energy and environmental mandates under its new climate law. As the state seeks solutions to getting the economy back on track after overcoming the COVID-19 crisis, restarting renewable energy construction will play a central role in the green economy. The new siting process will establish uniform environmental standards and conditions

that will support expedited project development, bringing new jobs while combating climate change.

This comprehensive legislation re-frames the renewable energy development process with the following major components: Establish Office of Renewable Energy Siting: Under a first-of-its-kind Office of Renewable Energy Siting (Siting Office), housed within the Department of State, the State will consolidate the environmental review of major renewable energy facilities and provide a single forum to ensure that siting decisions are predictable, responsible, and delivered in a timely manner along with opportunities for input from local communities.

The new office will: • Establish regulations and uniform standards that encompass the environmental impacts common to large, renewable energy projects, and identify mitigation measures to address those impacts.

• Require that uniform and site-specific standards and conditions must achieve a net conservation benefit to any impacted endangered and threatened species.

• Authorize DEC to use funds from projects permitted through the new siting office to implement an endangered and threatened species mitigation bank fund.

• Develop draft permits for public comment and local community input, and ensure that complete applications are acted upon within one year, except in the case of certain former commercial and industrial sites, which will be reviewed within six months.

As part of the State’s ongoing commitment to community engagement, the Siting Office will seek public comment during the initial development of uniform standards and conditions through four public hearings across the state. Additionally, for each project, municipalities and community intervenors will have access, as appropriate, to funds that will assist them in reviewing the project and aid them in providing comments to advise the Siting Office on the project’s compliance with local laws with respect to the environment, public health and safety.

All large-scale, renewable energy proj-

ects larger than 25 megawatts will be required to seek an approved permit through the Siting Office for new construction or expansion. Projects already in the initial phases of the current Article 10 siting process through the State’s Siting Board may remain in Article 10 or opt-in to the new siting process.

New projects sized between 20 and 25 megawatts will also be able to opt-in. Until the Siting Office establishes new siting standards, projects that apply to the new siting process must be designed to meet current Article 10 standards.

Clean Energy Resources Development and Incentives Program: To ensure that renewable energy development is targeted to maximize economic development and natural resource protection, the Act also creates a Clean Energy Resources Development and Incentives Program that will be administered by NYSERDA. Through this program, NYSERDA will work with its State partners and local communities to rapidly advance new “Build-Ready” projects, prioritizing the development of existing or abandoned commercial sites, brownfields, landfills, former industrial sites and abandoned or underutilized sites.

NYSERDA, in consultation with the Department of Public Service, New York State Urban Development Corporation and other agencies, will immediately begin pursuing site control and pre-construction development activities, including siting, resource feasibility assessments, design, planning and other appropriate activities necessary to establish build-ready sites.

Once sites are fully permitted and developed, NYSERDA will competitively auction the developed sites, bundled with contracts for renewable energy payments, to provide a fully de-risked package for private developers to construct and operate projects at these sites.

NYSERDA has already begun collaborating with state agencies and other partners to identify an initial set of underutilized sites that may be viable to host a renewable energy project with a shortlist of sites under consideration.

Host Communities Benefits: In order to ensure that renewable energy projects deliver benefits to the local communities where they are built, the Act establishes several programs. First, NYSERDA will develop a Host Community Benefit Program as part of its build-ready initiative, which will offer property owners and communities tangible benefits and incentives

for hosting renewable energy facilities.

The Act also creates a new program that will be established by the Public Service Commission, which will provide utility bill discounts or other environmental benefits or compensation for the benefit of residents of host communities.

Finally, in order for communities to participate in the new siting process, NYSERDA will administer a local intervenor fund for the benefit of local agencies and community intervenors.

Grid Planning and Energy Delivery Constraint Relief (Transmission): The last category of major provisions under the Act will help to prioritize the planning, investment and responsible development of grid infrastructure, which will allow for renewable energy power to be delivered to where it is needed in the state. Under the Act, the State will develop a State Power Grid and Study Program to accelerate the planning and build out of bulk and local transmission and distribution infrastructure to ensure that renewable energy can be reliably and cost-effectively delivered to power New York homes and businesses.

The Act establishes an aggressive and comprehensive approach to accelerate the investment in and development of a reliable, state-of-the-art grid including: • Directing the Department of Public Service, in consultation with NYSERDA, the New York Power Authority, the Long Island Power Authority, the state’s grid operator and utilities, to conduct a comprehensive study to identify cost-effective distribution, local and bulk electric system upgrades and file the study with the Public Service Commission.

• Directing the Public Service Commission to establish a distribution and local transmission system capital program, with associated milestones and reviews, for each utility in need of local upgrades in their service territory.

• Developing a bulk transmission investment program, for the projects identified in the comprehensive study, that not only accelerates development through existing planning and development processes, but also relies upon and fully leverages the New York Power Authority’s unique capability to expeditiously construct new transmission, by itself or in partnership with others.

• Applying a streamlined siting process of no more than nine months from complete application for transmission infrastructure built within existing rights-of-way.

Hyde Park man arrested for possessing child pornography On April 7, the New York State Police in Rhinebeck in conjunction with the Troop K Computer Crimes Unit, and the Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce, arrested Michael Terwillegar, age 67, of Hyde Park, for possessing a sexual performance by a child, a Class E felony.

Terwillegar is accused of possessing and

uploading images consistent with child sexual exploitation via the internet.

Terwillegar was issued an appearance ticket returnable to the town of Hyde Park Court on May 28 at 6 p.m.

The investigation stemmed from a cyber tip received by the New York State Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.

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April 22-28, 2020

Creative Living celebrating all good things

Murder Cafe to offer radio broadcasts

by Kate Goldsmith To combat the spread of COVID-19, Murder Cafe announced it will temporarily cease live shows. “As soon as it is safe for us to end our social distancing we will resume live shows at a location near you,� said Murder Cafe’s co-creator, actor/director Frank Marquette (wife/producing partner Kristen Marquette is the other half of the team).

In the meantime, fans can still get their share of Murder Cafe in a format perfectly suited for social distancing. “As a response to the pandemic, we are proud to announce our journey into ‘theatre of the mind’ - radio,� Frank said.

Murder Cafe willoffer audio broadcasts of its more popular comedy-musical murder-mysteries, beginning with “Murder Me Always,� a whodunit set in the 1940s that premiered at Mohonk Mountain House in 2018. The second performance will be Murder Cafe’s own version of the radio era’s most popular suspense drama, “Sorry,

Wrong Number.�

Both were expected to be available this week on a variety of platforms such as Spotify, Google Podcasts, RadioPublic and Apple Podcasts, as well as through Murder Cafe’s website (www.murdercafe.net) and in a series of email blasts.

Access to the radio broadcasts is free, but donations to cover costs are appreciated.

Synopses of the productions follow.

Contact (845) 475-7973 or murder cafe.ny@gmail.com for more information. ‘Murder Me Always’ Written and directed by Frank Marquette The 1940s mysteriously come to life as hard-boiled detective Archie Morgan enters CafĂŠ Malta searching for an escaped con.

He discovers Waldo de Winter, the cafĂŠ owner, was murdered and his widow wants Archie to solve the crime. Chandler, the new bartender, has a lot to hide. Other suspects are Laura, the cafe’s lovable songbird; along with scamming Doctor Grimaldi and his ruthless sidekick Trigger Dolan, both of whom are searching for the missing Lydia Pidlusky as Queen Farona is one of several suspects in “Murder Me Always,â€? a murder-mystery featuring music and comedy, written by Murder Cafe’s Frank Marquette. A 2018 production of the play is available as a radio broadcast. Courtesy photo MacGuffin Manuscript.

Enter Queen Farona, an exotic dancer who was Waldo’s last lover; and Private Bob Ford, a young soldier with amnesia. In order to find the guilty party, Archie might need your help weeding through this group of shady suspects! ‘Sorry, Wrong Number’ Written by Lucille Fletcher This classic radio suspense drama was

first broadcast in 1945. It concerns an invalid woman who overhears what she thinks is a murder plot and her attempts to prevent it. One night, whilst waiting for her husband to return home, she picks up the phone and accidentally overhears a conversation between two men planning a murder.

She becomes increasingly desperate as she tries to work out who the victim is so the crime can be prevented. ď ś

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Spring values at Williams Lumber!

Pages 9 and 12

April 22, 2020

Top: Williams Lumber & Home Centers main location in Rhinebeck.

Bottom: All Williams Lumber stores feature a full line of Weber Grills and grilling accessories, plus a full line of soils and related products.

A supplement of the Southern Dutchess News, Northern Dutchess News & Beacon Free Press

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What’s in your Air?

Mold/Indoor Air Quality testing essential in spring Spring is here and we all know the old saying “April showers bring May flowers,” but the excess wet weather that spring can bring also brings the danger of MOLD and associated indoor air quality concerns!

The number one cause of any mold growth is water. Water management in, on and around your home or building is crucial. Unseen damage in the form of excess water or moisture is the root of most mold events.

“In so many cases, it’s the water you don’t see that causes the most problems,” says Michael Christophides, Chief Assessor and Laboratory Director at Granite Inspection Group.

Hidden leaks like those in water lines, drain lines, refrigerator water lines often become damaged or exceed their life expectancy and Michael Christophides of Granite Inspection Group illustrates the proper pitch for a gutter that develop small leaks that allow for was not hung properly. Water is not being captured and running off, spilling over on to the building and causing water intrusion in the home. Photo by Curtis Schmidt microbial growth to occur inside wall and ceiling cavities. The only way to detect if you have a water-related problems is with Mold/Indoor Air Quality testing.

Granite Inspection Group is a locally owned and operated licensed and professional Indoor Air Quality and Environmental testing company.

Michael Christophides is a New York State Licensed Mold Assessor, who performs residential and commercial mold assessments, building diagnostics, environmental/mold testing services and forensic inspections. The services are designed for all occupants, whether it is your current home, one you are considering buying or selling or a public commercial building like schools, daycares and office space.

When it comes to indoor air quality, particularly mold (visible and nonvisible) it’s all about water, whether in a liquid form, in a solid form as in snow and ice, particularly ice damming on roofs and walls. And let’s not forget last, but not least, in a gas form as in vapor intrusion, humidity - water is the problem.

Water Penetration The bulk of water penetration comes from surface run off and drainage. To protect your home, you can easily improve, minimize and prevent water penetration and intrusion by taking some simple steps.

• Make sure you have gutters and liters on your home.

• If you do have gutters, make sure they are clean and free of any debris.

• Make sure all liters and discharge pipes are extended at least 4-6 feet away from the perimeter of the structure.

• Make sure the grading around the perimeter of the structure is properly pitched in a positive manner to ensure water will drain away from the building.

If all of the above are in place, you will dramatically reduce the chance of water penetration or intrusion and protect your home from microbial growth.

The presence of mold or conducive conditions for mold growth should

always lead to an assessment, investigation, cleaning and/or removal by a qualified professional.

One of the best ways to identify if you could have a growing mold concern is when you have that “damp, musty odor present in your home.”

Technically, there is no such thing as a damp, musty odor. What we smell is the byproduct of Microbial growth, Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) or Toxins called Mycotoxins. This happens when a living organism digests organic material and through their digestion and metabolism, produce gases and odors.

Michael provides a checklist of warning signs that indicate moisture and mold problems in homes and commercial buildings.

• The humidity in the structure is higher than normal.

• You have damp, musty odors in Continued on page 4

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Air Quality testing Continued from page 3 the house, basement or a room / area.

• You see discoloration on walls and ceilings. Similar signs include warping, bubbling and sagging in walls and ceilings.

• Clogged gutters and ice damming on the roof can cause water to leak into adjoining walls and ceilings.

• You have a dehumidifier and/or it is running non-stop.

• You see leaks in walls and ceilings. The heavy rains may have made these leaks evident, but they have been there for a long time. Once water finds a way into a structure, the problem just continues to grow and get worse.

• If you had water intrusion, no matter how much, whether it was six inches of water or small puddling and seepage along the wall - you cleaned what water was readily accessible and visible, but not what was inside the wall cavity or on building materials that were not accessible.

Michael warns that mold can begin to grow in as little as 24 hours. “If you see the indications of moisture problems, you must deal with them quickly,” he said. “Letting it dry and hoping it will go away is not a solution. It is simply magnifying the problem.”

Test Before You Invest He notes that testing is always recommended prior to any remediation work. Whether homeowners decide to tackle this themselves or hire a professional remediation company, “The

testing will dictate and prescribe the appropriate course of action,” said Michael. There are testing protocols and guidelines to ensure proper testing and verification of potential health concerns or hazards.

And don’t rely on simply seeing mold. “It must be tested to indicate the extent of the problem,” he said.

Seeing mold just confirms that it has been there for some time and it needs to be tested to understand the depth and breadth of concern. It’s what we can’t see that we need to be sensitive to and proactive in testing,” said Michael.

Testing Methods There are numerous ways testing can be performed. Testing should only be done after your building and/or home has been properly evaluated by a licensed Mold Assessor. The Assessor will determine and design a testing protocol based from the on-site assessment, building diagnostics and data collected at that time, i.e. moisture reading, thermal imaging, humidity etc. Based on the evaluation, a sampling plan will be determined.

Sampling methods can vary from air grab collection, swabs, tape lift and direct samples to name a few.

There are over 100,000 identified mold species and many experts believe the number to be as high as 10 times more that are not identified at this time, due to the complexity of these organisms.

Thermal imaging confirms a source of water penetration.

about moderation. If you are eating digesting or breathing an elevated amount of mold, there could be health concerns and side effects to you and your family. Symptoms are not universal and may vary on a case by case or individual level.

Mold Exposure and Health Symptoms There are many symptoms from mold exposure. The most common are allergy or cold like reactions, which are typically respiratory, such as wheezing and common difficulty breathing and Asthma like symptoms.

Other symptoms may include burning/dry eyes, watery eyes, reddened eyes, blurred vision, sore throat, nasal and sinus congestion, cough, shortness of breath, skin irrigation and difficulty sleeping. If you are having any of these symptoms and the symptoms are reduced or completely gone when you leave your home or building, chances are you have been exposed to some sort of elevated levels of mold, allergens or possible toxins.

For more information, contact Granite Inspection Group at 845635-2552 or visit A moisture meter senses wet building material www.TheBlackMold.com.

Not all mold is bad. In fact, we eat, drink and digest quite a few species in our everyday lives when we consume cheese, wine and beer to name a few.

In addition, many species are used for medical purposes, such as antibiotics with Penicillin being a great example.

Like everything else in life, it is all

is present.

How you can help protect wild birds in your yard (StatePoint) You may not think about it often, but wild birds use your lawn as a rest stop and place to call home. As you spruce up your lawn and garden for the season, there are simple steps you can take to protect them and help them thrive.

According to Spencer Schock, founder of WindowAlert, makers of bird-friendly products for homes, the following changes are easy to implement in order to create a safe harbor for wild birds: Plant native species: Planting native species on your property is one of the most impactful ways you can improve your local environment, as well as make your lawn and garden a healthy habitat for wild birds and other fauna.

Native plant species provide birds with food and places to rest and nest.

Birds in turn, spread pollen and seeds, while acting as a natural pesticide.

Speaking of which, gardening organically will also go a long way to protecting the health and safety of feeding birds.

Make windows visible: Up to 1 billion birds die annually from striking windows in US, according to the

American Bird Conservancy. The good news is that it’s relatively easy and affordable to prevent your home from being part of the problem.

Special window decals that reflect ultraviolet sunlight, a wavelength of light noticeable to birds, have been proven to substantially reduce the likelihood of bird strikes. Giving the appearance of slightly frosted translucent glass but glowing like a stoplight for birds, those from WindowAlert feature a range of decorative patterns.

To boost protection for birds, you can also apply a high-tech liquid called WindowAlert UV Liquid in between decals. More information, as well as useful application tips, can be found by visiting windowalert.com.

Monitor cats: Monitor your cat’s time outdoors to ensure they are not terrorizing or hunting birds. An enclosed play area for your cat is the most effective way to keep birds in your yard safe from your furry companion’s natural instincts.

Good deeds start at home. This season, do your part to help migrating bird populations reach their destinations safely.

April 22, 2020—SOUTHERN DUTCHESS NEWS—Page 5C

Real wood shutters make all the difference!

Shuttercraft provides windows, shutters and hardware for renovation, restoration and new construction, plus full painting services. Courtesy photos

Shuttercraft of Madison, CT has been making custom wood shutters since 1986, shipping nationwide to builders, homeowners, painters, and more.

Started in the family garage, the business was developed to offer authentic, hard-to-find “moveable

louver shutters” and expanded over the years to offer almost anything in wood shutters for both interior and exterior.

These traditional shutter styles are perfect for renovation, restoration, and new construction, especially here in New England. Endless cutout pat-

terns personalize shutters and historic shutters can be matched for replacements.

Shuttercraft also offers full painting services and authentic mounting hardware (hinges, holdbacks, latches, pull rings, and more).

No project is too big or too small,

Five ways to upgrade your home with new technology (StatePoint) Upgrading your lifestyle doesn’t have to mean undergoing a major home renovation. By simply introducing a few technologies around the home, you can boost the style, efficiency and comfort of your living spaces. Consider these five ideas for five areas of your home: The Hallway: Why display just one photo when you can rotate several images that include all your favorite people and moments? A digital picture frame allows you to do just that, with many models connecting to apps that allow you to directly share photos to the wall-mounted device, which means you don’t actually have to be at home to do some light redecorating.

The Home Theater: Still rocking a mercury bulb projector in your home theater? Unfortunately, the cooling fans, filters and toxic mercury bulbs associated with them are inefficient and high-maintenance. While a laseronly light source sounds good on paper, these models tend to be large and costly. Instead, consider upgrading to a laser and LED hybrid light source, such as Casio’s LampFree Projector XJ-A257, which is highefficiency and structurally smaller, without compromising on brightness.

Offering a lifespan of approximately 20,000 hours, the power-saving design of this particular model cuts energy consumption by as much as 40-50 percent, making this an addition to your home theater you can feel

good about.

The Kitchen: Slow cookers have always offered a convenient way to create an amazing meal without too much hands-on attention, but some of todays’ options are taking this concept a step further by connecting to smart technology. Now you can monitor and adjust cooking settings from afar, so that if something unexpected occurs and you get home later than planned, dinner doesn’t suffer for it.

The Family Room: Whether you’re an aspiring musician or an accomplished pianist, your home can benefit from a digital piano that evokes the luxury of an acoustic grand. One such model is the PX-S3000, which features a sleek, glossy top panel and unibody case that fits any room, décor or mood. Its bright backlit LCD display and touch sensor controls are revealed only when the power button is pressed, leaving only a sleek, clean top panel when powered off. Thanks to integrated Bluetooth audio that lets you connect your device wirelessly; you can play your music through its powerful stereo amplification system.

The Bathroom: Make stepping out of the shower a luxurious experience with a towel warming drawer, which keeps linens the perfect temperature for maximum comfort.

For some easy upgrades with a big impact, consider incorporating the best and brightest tech into your home.

shuttercraft.com (203) 245 -2608 Madison, CT Family Owned Since 1986

from the dog house to the White House! (Yes they have shuttered both.)

For more information, visit shuttercraft.com or call 203-245-2608.

REAL WOOD SHUTTERS MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE!

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Home Equity Loans vs. Home Equity Lines of Credit

By Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union Planning on some home projects as the weather warms? Using your home’s equity to finance home improvements is often more financially savvy than using a credit card. One of the first steps in applying for a Home Equity Loan or Line of Credit (HELOC) is determining which is better for you.

One of the most important considerations is the difference in interest rates. Home Equity Loans carry a fixed interest rate, making them a smart choice if you have a definitive plan for the money. The interest rate you are approved for will depend on a variety of factors, including your credit score and your debt-to-income ratio (DTI).

Because the interest rate on a Home Equity Loan is fixed, your monthly payment won’t change, provided you don’t accrue any late fees. This can be important because having a fixed monthly payment makes it easy to budget for your Home Equity Loan payment. With a fixed payment, you can plan for exactly how much you’ll need for the payment each

month.

With a HELOC, your interest rate will be variable. This means that if rates rise, your payment will go up. While this may make it harder to budget for your HELOC payment, it is important to remember that during the draw period, your payments are typically interest-only, and if you haven’t used any of your line, then you don’t have any payments at all.

You will also want to think about the difference in how you receive the funds. With a Home Equity Loan, you will receive the full amount of your equity up front. If you have your project budget built and know how much you’ll need, this option may be best for you.

Keep in mind that if you tap into all or most of your equity for your loan, you won’t have the equity left, or only a very minimal amount, to use for future expenses or emergencies. Furthermore, this could be a potential issue if your home depreciates in value.

A HELOC, on the other hand, allows you to draw the amount of money you need as you need it, up to your available line. This gives you the flexibility to fund projects

Using your home’s equity to finance home improvements is often more financially savvy than using a credit card. Courtesy photo

and other expenses as you go, rather than getting the entire amount up front. Of course, it is important to be disciplined; with the full amount of your line at your disposal, it can be tempting to tap into it for items or purchases that aren’t really necessities, potentially putting yourself into a stressful financial situation.

Home Equity Loans are a great

option if you have a large project lined up and know exactly how much money you’re going to need.

HELOCs, on the other hand, are ideal if you’re planning several smaller projects and will need to access funds over time. Think about how you’ll want to use the cash from your equity to help you decide which is a better option for you.

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Experience, customer service are tops at Hobson Window During this time of crisis, Hobson Window is doing everything they can to take care of their team and customers. They have been closely following the guidelines given by the CDC, State and Federal Authorities, and are adjusting their daily routines to reflect them accordingly.

Currently, Hobson Window is not performing in-home installations. The presently downsized team is taking extra precautions when coming in contact with customers outside of their homes and businesses.

By keeping a safe distance throughout the entire consultation and installation process, dispensing gloves, face covers and sanitizers to the team, and asking those who are feeling under the weather to stay home, they aim to maintain confidence that all of your window, door and glass needs will be met during this time. They are also offering emergency/repair services.

Hobson Window is open for the following: • Custom sneeze/spit guards • Emergency glass repairs • Glass railings • Interior glass office partitions • Lexan and plexiglass • Screen fabrication and repair • Mirrors/tabletops/custom shop work • Insulated glass repair Please note Hobson Window’s glass suppliers are still open and are shipping so we can provide the following: • Limited staff members at our shop • Drop-off service outside our shop for your and our safety • Quick turn-around on all repairs

Custom designed and installed bay windows are a specialty at Hobson Window. Photo by Curtis Schmidt

• Window and door estimates can be priced via email/emailed photos • Office will be staffed M-F 8am4pm for your calls until further notice Testimonials “I am very happy with my new windows and door. The work crew is superior to any I’ve had work for me.

The team is friendly, respectful, fast and efficient, and great about answering questions”- Caroline D. “Since we’ve gotten our new win-

dows, people in our neighborhood keep stopping by to ask where we got them! What a transformation! A great job and we have the nicest house on the block now. “ -Ann “We couldn’t be more happy with the new sliders. They look fantastic and they work perfectly. The room is noticeably warmer and quieter.”- John

Find Hobson Window, Inc. at 7387 South Broadway, Red Hook, NY 12571 Call Hobson Window, Inc. at 845758-0930 or email: info.hobsonwindow@gmail.com Visit the website at www.HobsonWindow.com.

Home office options, solutions

By James M. Crisp, AIA Crisp Architects I hope everyone is staying safe and are able to work as much as possible from home.? At Crisp Architects, we have a mixture of people working from home and coming into the office when we need to be there.?

Construction is continuing as usual.

A home office can consist of anything from a countertop with a plug for a laptop to the most elaborate command centre worthy of a corporate titan.? To me, the two most important characteristics of a home office is that it is a place you like to work and it helps you organize and find the stuff

you are working on.

Often our clients insist on a great view from their home office, while others find a view too distracting.?

There is no “right” solution to a personal workspace - except one that helps you get the job done.

There can be a dichotomy between wanting to be part of family activity on the one hand and the need to concentrate on the other.? Sometimes a well-placed set of pocket doors can create a reasonable balance.

I hope that everyone can comfortably hunker down for the next few weeks and enjoy this time with family and friends.? Stay safe.

There is no “right” solution to a personal workspace - except one that helps you get the job done.

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Essentialâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Conwayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lawn & Power Equipment ready to serve you Family owned and operated, Conwayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lawn & Power Equipment Inc. in Red Hook has been in business since 1978 servicing and selling multiple brands of power equipment to homeowners, property managers, contractors, landscapers, municipalities and more.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s over 40 years experience at our customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; command! â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have seen it all - through good times and bad,â&#x20AC;? said John Conway. In these current difficult times, our super knowledgeable staff is ready and eager to provide the top-notch sales and service our loyal customers have come to appreciate.â&#x20AC;?

Partners and brothers John, Tim and Mike Conway operate the various departments of the business.

John adds, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We assure the public that we are taking all appropriate measures to conform to the health and safety measures required from the CDC and state and county recommendations for safe business operations.â&#x20AC;?

Conwayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offers pick up and delivery, phone, email and website connections and curb-side inquiries are also welcome. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know many people are staying home. Understood! You do not need to venture out of the comfort of your easy chair. Get on your computer and go to conwaysusa.com for a complete parts finder, shop online by brand, request a service quote, check out our manufacturerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current promotions,â&#x20AC;? said John. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The RIGHT EQUIPMENT for every job,â&#x20AC;? thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the promise and

Now in its 42nd year, Conwayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lawn & Power Equipment in Red Hook has everything you need for all of your Spring projects.

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motto at Conwayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. To fulfill that promise, they have a large selection of Stihl products, as well a variety of Ferris, Toro, Snapper and Simplicity lawn equipment and snow blowers.

There are many other brands of equipment that they service, including John Deere, Troy-Bilt, Husqvarna Mowers and Tractors and many others.

The pick up and delivery service covers about a 20-mile range from the store location and includes Red Hook, Rhinebeck, Hudson, Pine Plains,

Kingston, Saugerties, Rhinecliff, Hyde Park, Pleasant Valley, Salt Point, Clermont, and parts of Poughkeepsie.

They have a large parts department with many parts on hand. If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see your town or the equipment you are looking for, feel free to contact us online or give the friendly and knowledgeable team a call.

The services at Conwayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s go far beyond tune ups and repairs. They also offer other services that others donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, such as storage of your equip-

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Williams Lumber ‘has you covered’ for Spring outdoor projects With warm weather on the way and scores of individuals being homebound due to the COVID-19 situation, many are turning their attention toward home projects and related activities.

The families and staff at Williams Lumber & Home Centers encourage all to stay safe and follow guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

Williams Lumber & Home Centers, the name you know and trust, has all of the products and expertise you need for your Spring projects. Whether its vegetable and flower gardens, lawn care, that infamous “Honey Do list” or grilling a great meal, Williams Lumber has you covered.

Williams Lumber is a family-operated business with stores all over the Hudson Valley. And they have been helping families for over 65 years.

Williams Lumber instills the family approach in each and every store. You will always find that special friendly atmosphere at every store and from every employee. That means you can also get the answers to all of your questions from knowledgeable and helpful staff members.

Grilling a great meal There is always time for work, so let’s begin with enjoying a great outdoor meal.

Weber is the most trusted name in outdoor grills and Weber grills have been a mainstay at Williams Lumber & Home Centers for more than 20 years.

Brad Marsh, assistant store manager at the Williams location in Rhinebeck, says quality is what it’s all about with Weber grills. “People may try other

grills for whatever reason, but they always come back to Weber,” says Brad. “Weber is the most recognized and respected name when it comes to grills.”

Will you pay more for your Weber grill? Yes, but you will get a quality product that is constructed of strong materials and backed by warranties of five to seven years. Brad also points out that Weber is one of the best firms in honoring warranties. “Weber is extremely reliable. They do back up their grills and parts,” he said.

And if you are looking to build and/or maintain a beautiful and functional patio to go along with your Weber grill, Williams Lumber is also the place to go. They offer the latest in stone, landscape and masonry products, and work with several landscaping and stone work firms to handle the installation and maintenance.

Early Spring cleanup It’s early Spring and Williams Lumber & Home Centers are ready to help with all the tools, fertilizers, soil supplements and plants to make your gardening experience a positive one.

Here is a quick guide from the team at Williams.

For garden and yard cleanup, you will be looking to remove leaves and remnants of last year’s perennials and annuals. Then trim and cut back shrubs, rake out debris and the chore we all love – weeding.

Check out Williams for all the equipment that you will need, including bow and leaf rakes, shovels, wheel barrows, clippers and trimmers – and please don’t forget the gloves.

For gardens, look to Williams for all you need, including planting trays,

All of the Williams Lumber & Home Centers stores in the Hudson Valley are ready for Spring with plenty of tools, planting products, Weber Grills and much more. Courtesy photos

seeding soil, clear cover (plastic) to encourage humidity, growing lights above planting trays, and bottom heating elements.

They also carry all types of garden plants, flowers, plus deer and insect repellents, weed killers and much more.

Get your lawn in shape As much as we love gardening, we also know that lawns are an integral part of the landscape and require special care throughout the spring, summer and fall. Here are some tips from the experts at Williams.

Thatch and rake dead grass damaged through the winter. Aerating will also help at this time, as well as adding soil to low areas and ruts.

Application of lime at this time can be used as a nutrient or supplement for mineral deficiencies. Look for areas of mold or fungus in your lawn.

You should also consider using a 4step program for a healthy lawn throughout the season. Williams car-

ries complete lines of Ace and Scotts products.

Yard equipment Williams stocks a full line of tractors, mowers, chainsaws, weedwhackers, leaf blowers, hedge trimmers and other power equipment.

Environmentally sensitive customers will be pleased to know that Williams has greatly increased its stock of earth friendly, natural, and organic products. They’ve added many organic gardening products like Scotts Miracle-Gro Organic Choice, Preen Organics, and Espoma Organic Traditions plant products. They have also added non-poison alternatives to the normal supply of quality insecticides and herbicides.

Williams wants to help you make the Hudson Valley a better and a safer place to live and raise a family.

Call 845-876-WOOD (9663) for the Williams Lumber & Home Center near you or check out the website at www.Williamslumber.com.

PATIENCE

Patience. Times like this require great patience, and if we’re all patient and polite with each other it can make the difficulty a little easier.

Acceptance. If we all accept that this is our new reality – temporarily – and that we’re all in it together, we’ll feel less stress.

Tolerance. Remember that everyone is handling this differently and we must tolerate different perspectives and methods of coping. Also, we

have to tolerate people who aren’t handling the situation well.

I

nformed. Or, more bluntly, ignorance. This is not a time when ignorance is bliss. Stay informed. Pay attention. Regulations can change by the day. Heed the news and the government, not social media theories.

Environment. Our environment should always be a concern for all people.

Many essential businesses like home improvement and grocery stores are seeing an increase in litter with masks and disposable gloves discarded in their parking lots. Remember to clean up after yourself and discard your trash properly!

Neighborly. Or, more simply, be nice.

Now more than ever we should be neighborly and polite. Say hello, wait your turn, and give people

plenty of space!

Caring. Check in on your friends, neighbors, and family members who may need a little help or someone to talk to.

Everybody. Remember, we’re all in this together! The Coronavirus affects everybody and we are all suffering and struggling to adapt.

empathy. The way to get past this is everybody working together!

Have

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Take your living room outside with Rodriguez Landscaping If you like to spend time outdoors, pavers are ideal for your property.

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Long lasting Pavers have been used for thousands of years. They outlive other kinds of landscaping because they not only weather the fashions, they weather the seasons too. Concrete surfaces can spall or even crack as summer turns to winter, but a driveway or patio built from pavers will shift naturally with the seasons, eliminating this common problem. All surfaces built from pavers are resistant to the freeze-thaw cycle, but ours are especially durable because of the special techniques we use to prepare the foundations. This

The professionals at Rodriguez Landscaping will construct a paver driveway that will make your home the envy of the neighborhood. Courtesy photo

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Great ways to celebrate Earth Month (StatePoint) Want to go green while practicing social distancing? Here are a few ideas to consider: Maximize your time at home by planting a garden. Not only will the plants you grow help to reduce carbon dioxide in the Earth’s atmosphere, but you’ll also be creating a healthy habitat for birds, insects and other small critters. Plus, if you plant vegetables, you can reduce your carbon footprint by reducing the amount of food you need to purchase that was shipped long distances.

You don’t need to spend a lot of time or money to substantially improve your home’s energy efficiency. Take an afternoon to swap out the incandescent bulbs in all your light fixtures and replace

them with LEDs or another energy-efficient alternative.

Get outdoors and enjoy nature using wearable tech like the PRT-B50 Pro Trek Watch, which can help steer you through a solitary hike. With Quad Sensor technology, you will know the direction, weather, temperature and altitude at the touch of a button.

Learn more about environmental causes and get involved remotely. Many organizations host online petitions, which are shared directly with policymakers. This is a great way to have your voice heard on issues that are important to you.

With a bit of creativity, you can show the planet some love in a sociallyresponsible way.

April 22, 2020—SOUTHERN DUTCHESS NEWS—Page 11C

N&S Supply – best products and community pride Before “N&S Supply,” we were known as “Lou’s New & Used,” founded by Louis Nussbickel during the Great Depression.

In 1946, the business was incorporated as N&S Supply, which stands for “Nussbickel & Sons.” We continue to grow, now with six locations throughout the Hudson Valley and one location in Danbury, CT. Over the years, N&S has also become a full line HVAC distributor, as well as added four luxury bath showrooms, which operate as “N&S Bath Classics.”

Now in our fourth generation, we

continue to embrace a culture of family values and giving back to our community. We offer an abundant selection of products at affordable prices, deal honestly and fairly with our customers and employees alike, and offer service second to none.

Our heating and cooling lines include both residential and commercial solutions. Hydronic heating, condensing boilers, forced hot air, radiant floor heating, hydro systems, geothermal, heat pumps, high-efficiency condensing units, and much more.

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N&S Supply, with locations in Fishkill, Kingston, Brewster, Catskill, Hudson and Danbury, provides products in a wide variety of designs. Courtesy photos

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Water purification units are also included in our product mix.

N&S Bath Classics continues the N&S Supply tradition by representing the most respected manufacturers in the industry that continue to offer the latest advances and innovations in plumbing products. Our showrooms are designed to provide customers with the largest selections of kitchen and bath fixtures and accessories to fit any budget. The N&S sales staff

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Shopping at N&S for all your plumbing, heating and HVAC needs means that your local spending stays in our community. We employ local people having over 100 employees throughout our six Hudson Valley locations, and we have a long history of donating to and supporting many local charities.

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KEEPING IT LOCAL: Merritt Bookstore

by Kate Goldsmith Merritt Bookstore is keeping connected with its community in Millbrook and beyond. Owner Kira Wizner and her team have made it easy to ‘browse’ the store’s selection of books, puzzles, games, art supplies, stationery and more online at www.merrittbookstore.com .

If the book you want is not in stock it can be ordered; delivery takes from two days to a week.

Customers who want to FaceTime shop can email kira@merrittbookstore.com to make an appointment.

Merritt offers contact-less porch pick-up Mondays through Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., shipping all over the country and delivery to seniors and on a case-by-case basis. After-hours pick-up is also available.

To pick-up, drive into Merritt’s parking lot and knock on the door; a staff member will bring your bag out. You can also call when you arrive and pop your trunk.

Merritt Bookstore in Millbrook offers virtual browsing and online ordering from its selection of books, puzzles, games and more. Courtesy photos Visit the website to browse and place your order. Call (845) 677-5857 or email orders@merrittbookstore.com with questions.

Follow Merritt Bookstore on Instagram and Facebook @merrittbooks and check out book talks, introduction of new products and more. 

Creative Living is the arts and entertainment section of

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April 22-28, 2020 - N ORTHERN D UTCHESS N EWS & Creative Living 11

Early support for women’s suffrage reflects Dutchess County’s character

by Bill Jeffway

Numbers from the early votes related to women’s suffrage in Dutchess County reveal some distinct hallmarks.

Let’s look at three important times that “Votes for Women!” could be measured at the polls.

In 1880, women were granted the right to vote and be candidates in school elections. In 1915 and 1917, statewide referenda on women’s suffrage were put to the male voters. It failed at a state level in 1915, but won at a state level in 1917. New York women gained the right to vote two years before a U.S. Constitutional Amendment made it a national right in August of 1920.

The 1880 school vote was not a vote on the subject of women’s suffrage, but rather an outright granting of the right to certain women, in school elections only. Part of the argument was that women owned property and paid school taxes, and therefore deserved representation. There was also a general comfort with the idea that women knew what was best for children.

But there was a great deal of confusion, also. Women were surprised to learn that by marrying a foreign national, they had lost their American citizenship. Despite being born in the U.S., they could not vote.

Certain cities (like Poughkeepsie) argued that the right did not extend to cities, only rural areas. Women armed with legal arguments disagreed, but were barred from voting in Poughkeepsie.

Voting activity No solid records exist for the 1880 election, so we rely largely on newspaper accounts. We learn there was a small amount of activity.

In Coffin Summit (later Oak Grove, Millbrook), “six women voted…” In Stanford, “…a number of women voted…”

And in Arlington, “six women voted…”

Interestingly all three locales have a history of supporting, even strongly advocating,

women’s equal education. Those are small numbers. But I think that only makes the point that the fact that it did happen was extraordinary.

Coffin Summit is interesting because of the fame of a certain family member.

Lucretia Coffin was born in Nantucket in 1793. She became a student at the highly regarded Nine Partners Boarding School in the Town of Washington, at today’s Millbrook, where she had extended Coffin family. She finished her studies and became a teacher.

Perhaps most profoundly for her, she met her husband, who was also involved with the school. She became Mrs. Lucretia Coffin Mott. Lucretia Mott was one of the five founders of the landmark 1848 Seneca Falls Convention. Four out of the five organizers grew up Quakers, whose principles involved equal education of women.

The Nine Partners Boarding School closed by the time of the Civil War. But after the war, another Quaker school emerged, for some time, just north, in the Town of Stanford. Both the Town of Washington and Town of Stanford had the largest memberships in the county, helping to make Dutchess County the biggest Quaker population outside of Philadelphia.

In addition, these locations had a track record in women’s equal education.

Now we go to the third location where women voted in 1880. Referred to as “East Poughkeepsie,” this was the location of Vassar College.

Delayed several years due to the Civil War, Vassar Female College, as it was originally called, opened in 1865. While it was in no way a Quaker school like the others, influential Quakers were among its founders. Among them was the Nantucketborn astronomer Maria Mitchell, who Matthew Vassar lured to the College by building the extraordinary observatory that

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Lucretia Mott and Anna Hewitt Rozell were iconic women related to Dutchess County and women’s suffrage in each of the 19th and 20th centuries. Below: These 1919 ballots show two women among the first to run as candidates. Anna Rozell won the contest for Town of Clinton Overseer of the Poor by a good margin. She was a school teacher. Kate Griffin lost by a wide margin running for NY State Assembly. She was a daughter of Irish immigrants who lived in Millerton. Photos courtesy of DCHS Collections stand to this day.

The attempts of a handful of women to vote in Poughkeepse were led by Helen Loder, who made Herculean efforts, legal, public relations and grassroots efforts.

Loder was a daughter of Irish immigrants, married to a railroad worker, whose home was adjacent to the railroad tracks. She tried, but failed, to get a unique and dedicated local suffrage organization in the City.

Perhaps a woman well ahead of her time, the hallmarks of her Irish and workingclass heritage would prove to be hallmarks of many early 20th century women.

On April 26, 1868, the Quaker Anna E. Dickinson spoke at the invitation of Maria Mitchell on women’s suffrage in her observatory. The fact that Matthew Vassar left the company of Miss Mitchell just before the talk began is telling. The college’s early preference for keeping women’s suffrage as a topic out of college discourse grew into a strong policy until well after 1910. But in 1868, Dickinson spoke the subject of “Idiots and Women,” a talk she gave frequently. The title is informed by the fact that among the reasons someone may be prohibited from voting in New York is idiocy. And being a woman.

In the towns adjacent south of the Town of Washington, we find perhaps the more extraordinary story than the women who were the first voters.

A woman candidate for Clerk of School District No. 10 in Union Vale won, becoming the first woman in the county to be elected to local office. Mary Boyd Duncan was a school teacher in Dover, but lived in Union Vale. The fact that she was a daughter of Irish immigrants and a school teacher are a kind of foreshadowing of identical characteristics in many women becoming candidates the first year they could in all local elections, 1919.

1915 and 1917 votes Sometimes the difference between the failed 1915 referendum and the successful 1917 referendum is described as New York City emerging with many more votes “for,” thus tipping the balance. While it is true that urban and working-class votes grew a great deal in New York City, it was true upstate in Dutchess County as well.

The growth in the support for suffrage came from election districts in cities, factory or railroad towns, with the highest support in Poughkeepsie’s immigrant and

working-class Ward 1.

Between the two years, the percent “yes” at a NY State level went from 40 to 54 percent. Dutchess County went from 40 to 48 percent. Within Dutchess County among election districts the highest support was Poughkeepsie’s Ward 1 at 73 percent.

And its weakest support was in the Hyde Park hamlet of Staatsburg at 32 percent.

The 1917 referendum saw all of the 1915 supporting districts remain “for,” with one exception that was ironically in the stronghold of Stanford. Fourteen of the 19 newly-supportive election districts were in cities or factory towns, specifically, six election districts in Poughkeepsie, five in East Fishkill, two in Beacon, one in Wappinger. This is consistent with a general trend of the working class, railroad class, and urban coming out to vote in support in 1917 where they had not in 1915.

Five out of the 12 women candidates in 1919 that we were able to identify were daughters of Irish immigrants. Anna Hewitt Rozell, our county’s first woman to win a contested local election, was a school teacher.

You are invited to go to www.dchsny.org/wvt-index (for women’s voices talents — index) which part of DCHS’s 2020 Focus: Women’s Voices & Talents program to learn more about them.

Also, Lucille Pattison was the first (and only) woman County Executive in Dutchess County. In 1984 she gave a talk on the evolution of women in politics from 1920 to 1984 which is also published in full there.

Bill Jeffway is the Executive Director of the Dutchess County Historical Society, a member of the Black History Committee of Dutchess County, and a founder of the platform supporting the better use of local history at www.HistorySpeaks.us. Bill can be reached at bill.jeffway@dchsny.org or (845) 293-7711.

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Diversions SUDOKU Sudoku requires no arithmetic skills.

-------------------------------------------The object of the game is to fill all the blank squares with the correct numbers.

-------------------------------------------Each row of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order.

Each column of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order.

Each 3 by 3 subsection of the 9 by 9 square must include all digits 1 through 9.

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The solutions to these puzzles can be found on page 15 April 22-28, 2020 - N ORTHERN D UTCHESS N EWS & Creative Living 13

that’s italian!

by luigi coppola

A puzzling pizza Mom prefers her life – and her pizza toppings – to be uncomplicated.

Mom likes to keep things simple. Simple recipes, simple parenting, simple needs, simple wants.

My brother John tells a story about the day someone asked for chicken on a pizza.

You would have thought that they asked for penguin meat on their pizza.

Mom: Hey, John. Someone wants chicken ona the pizza. We no do that.

John: Yesm mom, we do chicken.

Mom: Comon. Really?

John: Yes, mom.

Mom: You maka the joke, right?

John: No, mom, really. Just take the order.

Mom: How you gonna putta the chicken ona the pizza.

John: What?

Mom: It no maka sensa to me.

John: What?

Mom: You know lika the pepperoni.

Thatsa easy. You putta the slices on the pizza. Itsa a little bit salata (salty).

John: Mom, really, just...

Mom: Chickena hasa no taste. Why you putta that ona the pizza?

John: Mom, please, just…

Mom: You putta the chickena on the pizza crudo (raw)?

John: No, we…..

Mom: Aha! So you grilla the chicken?

John: Mom, please take….

Mom: Whata parta the chickena you use?

John: Huh!?

Mom: You usa the leg, the breast?

John: No, we use….

Mom: Maybe the chickena wings.

John: ….

Mom: I lova the chickena wings. I lika the wings roasted so the skin shesa nice and crunchy then I putta a little lemon, a little garlic and a little black pepper. MMMMMM. Thatsa delicious.

Mom: Ona the pizza, no.

John: Mom, this is what we do. I take the whole chicken, feathers, beak, claws, everything and I put it on the top of the pizza and then I put it in the oven.

Mom: (Pause) Oh comon. Really?

John: NO! Take the order.

Mom: OK, I taka the order. Why you get so upset?

John said, “You know, when I got done talking to mom, I was shaking.”

ATTENTION PERFORMING & VISUAL ARTISTS: We’d like to know how you are keeping your work in the public eye during the present challenge. Are you live-streaming concerts or workshops? Offering virtual gallery tours? Email creativeliving@ sdutchessnews.com and tell us about it; photos welcome, too.

Wilderstein postpones season opening, fundraiser

by Kate Goldsmith “Protecting the well-being of our members, visitors and volunteers is our number one priority during these unprecedented times,” said Wilderstein’s Executive Director Gregory Sokaris via email last week. “For this reason, the decision has been made to postpone the start of Wilderstein’s 2020 Tour Season. We will be

closely monitoring the situation, and look forward to reopening as soon as it is safe to do so.”

Sokaris also announced that Wilderstein’s annual summertime Benefit Fundraiser has been moved to Saturday, Oct. 3.

Other programming for 2020 is currently being evaluated. Check for updates at www.wilderstein.org and on Facebook. 

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Mom has a way of doing that to people.

LEMON PEPPER WINGS Ingredients: 2 dozen chicken wings 1 tbsp. salt 3 tbsp. Sugar 3 tbsp. chopped parsley 1 cup flour 3 whole lemons, squeezed 5 pinches pepper 1 clove garlic, minced fine 5 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp. grated fresh lemon rind Method: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. In a large bowl mix flour, sugar and salt.

Rinse chicken wings; pat dry and add into flour mixture.

On a large cookie sheet, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and rub the pan.

Place the chicken wings on to the cookie sheet and place in the oven for 10 minutes.

Turn over wings and bake for 10 more

minutes.

Turn off the oven and leave the wings in the oven for 10 more minutes.

In a sautee pan, add 3 tablespoons of oil and diced garlic. Allow garlic to brown and turn off heat.

Add parsley, pepper, lemon juice and lemon rind and mix.

Remove wings from the over and place in a bowl. Add oil-lemon mixture and mix thoroughly.

Serve immediately with a nice glass of pinot grigio.

Luigi Coppola is one of five brothers born to Francesca and Antonio Coppola. The Coppola family came to America from Naples, Italy in 1954. Antonio and his brothers opened their first restaurant in Poughkeepsie in 1961. Luigi and his brothers Nick, John, Antonio and Vincent have carried on the family tradition in the way their parents taught them, using classic recipes taught to them at their apron strings. Visit their website at www.coppolas.net.

Vassar to host a night of storytelling April 28 ‘Changing Climates’ accessible to all in the community Two members of the Vassar College faculty and a student will share their personal reflections on climate change in a virtual storytelling event on Tuesday, April 28. The show will start at 7 p.m. and is accessible by logging on to https://www.storycollid er.org/shows/2020/4/28/vassar-changingclimates The storytellers are Associate Professor of Physics Jenny Magnes, Assistant Professor of Psychological Science Lori Newman, and Vassar senior Wyn Zenni.

Magnes said her story would include memories and observations from her life that began when she was a child in her native Germany and have continued during her life as a scientist in the United States.

Without revealing too much about the content of her story, Magnes said it focuses partially on “being a woman in physics rather than a man in physics.”

The event will be hosted by the Vassar Grand Challenges Program, a curriculum initiative that calls for students and faculty to examine a series of major global issues, starting with climate change.

Professor of Biology Jodi Schwarz, program director of Grand Challenges, said participants for the event were chosen following a workshop on the campus hosted

by The Story Collider, an organization that helps scientists and others tell science-related stories.

“The primary mission of the Grand Challenges program is to foster an inclusive community working together to tackle global climate change,” Schwarz said. “The ‘Changing Climates’ storytelling event provides a much needed opportunity to come

together in a shared and supportive environment to witness personal stories of how science affects our lives.”

She noted that the event was originally scheduled to take place in Vassar’s Martel Theater but was moved online when the COVID-19 pandemic forced a shutdown of the campus.

“At a time when we cannot convene in a shared physical space, we can still come together to bear witness to the lived experiences of our students, friends, and colleagues, and to share our collective reflections of a changing climate,” Schwarz said.

Story Collider Artistic Director Erin Barker said the power of storytelling events has become especially meaningful during the current crisis. “At Story Collider, we believe storytelling has an incredible power to bring people together and to foster understanding among them, which aligns wonderfully with the mission of the Vassar Grand Challenges Program,” Barker said.

“It’s never been more important to share stories and connect with others, and it’s never been more important to communicate science in way that is approachable and emotionally engaging.”

Tom Pacio, Vassar’s director of creative arts and community engagement, said that while the college could no longer host a live event as originally planned, he hoped the online format would attract new viewers who may not otherwise have had a chance to see it.

“We want to honor the work that was done to prepare for this event by presenting it on the date it was planned,” Pacio said.

“The format that Story Collider is using allows for connection in different ways; several of our core team attended a recent online show and had a great time. We hope that many people, from Vassar and beyond, are able to join us for this communitybuilding event.” 

PPLD assisting community during quarantine When the call for protective face shields for healthcare workers went out, Poughkeepsie Public Library District (PPLD) responded. When face-to-face interaction with patrons was curtailed, the library staff started making wellness calls to patrons at home. When story times and other programs were canceled, the Library District embraced Facebook Live, Zoom and YouTube to stay connected with the community. Why? Because the Library District is not just buildings with books on shelves – but neighbors, friends and helpful partners in troubled times.

“This time of quarantine is challenging for our whole community. Our buildings may be closed to the public, but we’re trying to make our services available to every individual, family, teacher, non-profit, and business. I’m very proud of the way the staff has risen to the challenge,” said Library Director Tom Lawrence.

IT staff member Enda Ryan has headed up the Library’s District’s response to the invitation from the SUNY’s Engineering Innovation Hub for printing 3-D face shield for healthcare workers. The Library District’s six 3-D printers have been printing face-shield holders for seven days, delivering 120 shield holders as of April 10 to Dan Freedman, director of the Hudson Valley Additive Manufacturing Center.

Ryan said, “I feel very grateful that the PPLD has allowed me this opportunity to help those who are putting their lives on the line to look after others.”

Other staff members are sharing patterns and supplies with each other and sewing face-masks for healthcare workers. To date,

they have sewn more than 100 masks.

“Continuing to provide services to the families of Poughkeepsie is our number one priority. Even though we can’t physically be at the library with them doesn’t mean we can’t bring the library to them” says John Torres, head of Youth Services. “We miss seeing our families and the kids who come in every day. Through Facebook Live and YouTube we are able to still connect. It’s a great feeling for the librarians here to see comments from patrons after a virtual story time.”

The teen librarians have made several fun videos from home and are inviting teens to share their art, poetry, music and videos in the Library District’s new Virtual Café just for teens. To share, teens should email the Teen Cafe at teencafe@poklib.org.

To support local teachers and parents, the Library District offers several online educational tools.

Scholastic Teachables is a diverse resource offering worksheets, lesson plans, learning games, and more. Teachables has printable activities for any subject: math, science, reading comprehension, STEM, writing and beyond. Parents can download printable lesson plans, reading passages, games and puzzles, clip art and skills sheets for kids in any grade.

Other premium resources include ScienceFlix, TumbleBooks, TumbleMath and WorldBook, all of which can be found at http://poklib.org/youth/kids-family-fun/.

Note: some of these services are only available temporarily during the closure.

When librarian Krista Miller saw that her April series of programs had to be can-

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Poughkeepsie Public Library Distirct Youth Services Assistant Sandra Priore hosts an Online Bilingual Story Time. Courtesy photo celed, she taught herself how to make videos at home. Then Krista made a series of videos showing how to make “earthfriendly” cleaning supplies. To access her videos along with others made by the staff, visit the Library District’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/user/poklib01 .

Library historian Shannon Butler has been making videos highlighting items in Adriance’s Local History Room, and she went “on the road’” visiting graveyards and cemeteries around the region to highlight interesting local history “buried” in plain sight.

Even though the library doors are closed at Market Street and Boardman Road, the library is still actively serving the community. Reference librarians are available to answer questions at (845) 485-3445, ext.

3702, and the portals to online resources

have been thrown wide open.

Individuals who do not have a library card can easily sign-up online (www.poklib.org) providing access to a treasure trove of educational and entertaining resources.

The Library District has recently expanded the e-Library to include Audible Stories, AudioBookCloud, RomanceBookCloud, TeenBookCloud, Medici.tv, AP Exam resources, Ancestry.com home access, Tech-Talk and TumbleMath. Note that some of these services are only available temporarily during the closure.

For those who have fines on their library accounts, the Library District has made it so that you can still borrow/use the services of Libby by Overdrive, CreativeBug, Hoopla, and Medici.tv during the closure. The eLibrary can be visited anytime at https://poklib.org/books-more/e-library/.

POMEROY FOUNDATION ACCEPTING NYS HISTORY GRANT APPLICATIONS The William G. Pomeroy Foundation has established the Pomeroy Fund for NYS History in partnership with the Museum Association of New York (MANY). This new fund will grant assistance to 501(c)(3) history-related organizations in New York State with budgets under $100,000 that have been forced to close in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Pomeroy Fund for NYS History grants will range between $1,000 and $2,000 per organization. A total of $50,000 will be distributed. Applications are being accepted online through April 27. Funds will be disbursed starting May 13.

Awarded funds can be used for the following purposes: • purchase computer hardware or software;

• pay for utilities; • gain internet access or expand bandwidth; • secure facilities and collections.

Visit http://nysmuseums.org/PomeroyFund-for-NYS-History to apply for a grant or for more information.

Grant applications will be reviewed by a panel that will include MANY Board, MANY staff and Pomeroy Foundation staff. Grants are available to all qualified organizations; an organization does not have to be a member of MANY to receive funding, nor will preference be given to MANY members.

Funding notifications and assistance grants will be issued in May.

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Top Dogs 4-H members keep active in pandemic

Members of the Top Dogs 4-H Canine Club have been staying active by working and training their animals during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the photos, clockwise from top right, Rachel Earnhart works with Skip as they practice weaving through the poles. She has also been training Skip with obedience, sit stays and tricks so he can get his trick training title. Kylie Horboychuk and her pup, Kimber, make a great team as they train with both basic obedience and beginner agility. Nolan Morton enjoys cuddling with his Pomeranian, Maelee, to pass the time. Maelee also loves practicing agility courses and chasing tennis balls. Courtesy photos

GOLDEN LIVING News for Seniors, Their Families and Caregivers Todd N. Tancredi, Director Dutchess County Office for the Aging Our offices remain open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Monday – Friday. We are able to accept visitors only under strict limitations. Call 845-486-2555 or email ofa@dutchessny.gov before visiting; many issues can be resolved without having to leave the safety of your home: OFA VOLUNTEERS MEET SENIORS’ NEW NEEDS If there’s a silver lining to the past six weeks of restrictions on activity related to the COVID-19/coronavirus, it’s the response of Office for the Aging and Dutchess Responds volunteers to meet the needs of the county’s seniors. It’s been impressive, and then some.

On an average pre-crisis weekday, OFA was delivering nutritious meals to more than 300 homebound seniors in our Home Delivered Meals (HDM) program, as well as providing meals to the 130 clients of our Senior Friendship Centers. Now, with our Senior Friendship Center clients staying home and other seniors staying home because of concerns about the virus, the number of seniors we’re serving in the

HDM program has more than doubled and continues to grow.

Volunteers of all ages have stepped up to meet the massive new need. Many did so before we even made a public request. As of this week, we have enough volunteers to deliver meals to seniors throughout Dutchess County – but keep those volunteer applications coming. We’re planning for future months as if the need for home delivered meals and other services will continue to grow. Many seniors remain unaware of the HDM program, and that New York State has temporarily expanded eligibility for it. If you or a Dutchess County senior (age 60+) you know need nutrition assistance, contact the Office for the Aging at (845) 486-2555, email ofa@dutchessny.gov, or visit www.dutchessny.gov/aging and click on the “Nutrition Services” link.

For more information about OFA volunteering, contact OFA Outreach Coordinator Brian Jones at (845) 486-2544 or bjones@dutchessny.gov. Printable volunteering applications are also available at www.dutchessny.gov/aging.

For other ideas about volunteering, contact your local houses of worship and municipal governments. Many communities within Dutchess County have built new

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volunteer assistance operations from scratch. There may be one where you live.

‘DUTCHESS RESPONDS’ CONTINUES For up-to-date information on the COVID-19 pandemic and how you can help seniors and other county residents, visit Dutchess Responds at www.dutchessny.gov, or call (845) 486-3555. Thanks to the work of volunteers at the Medical Reserve Corps of Dutchess County (MRC), Dutchess Responds phone lines are now manned seven days a week between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.

COMMON CORONAVIRUS SCAMS You receive these Aging News newsletters by email – but when it comes to scams, it’s vital that you share what you find here with friends who are online AND offline.

Scammers love a mark who’s in the dark; and because so many scam operations are overseas and beyond the reach of local law enforcement, you’re a vital connection to the outside world for your offline friends.

Get them out of the dark by shining a light on these scams.

This newsletter would be dozens of pages long if we described all the scams related to the coronavirus outbreak that are going on. Instead, we’ll share five easy to remember prevention tips from the Federal Trade Commission:

Don’t respond to texts, emails or calls about checks from the federal government.

That’s not how the government is contacting people.

Ignore online offers for vaccinations and home test kits. There are no products proven to treat or prevent COVID-19 at this time.

Hang up on robocalls. Scammers are using illegal robocalls to pitch everything from low-priced health insurance to workat-home schemes. Again, no government cold-calls people in this way.

Watch for emails claiming to be from the Centers for Disease Control or World Health Organization. Use sites like www.coronavirus.gov and www.usa.gov/coronavirus to get the latest information. And don’t click on links from sources you don’t know.

Do your homework when it comes to donations. Never donate in cash, by gift card, or by wiring money.

Remember: if an offer or call looks or sounds too good to be true, or too scary to be true, chances are it’s fake.

Golden Living is prepared by the Dutchess County Office for the Aging, 114 Delafield St., Poughkeepsie, New York 12601, telephone (845) 486-2555, email: ofa@dutchessny.gov website: www.dutchessny.gov/aging

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF DUTCHESS INDEX NO. 201952213 Plaintiff designates DUTCHESS as the place of trial situs of the real property SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 5 MADISON AVENUE HYDE PARK, NY 12538 District: Section: 6163 Block: 01 Lot: 485783 U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR LEGACY MORTGAGE ASSET TRUST 2018-SL1, Plaintiff,vs.

IAN J. BONDY, SR. if living, and if she/he be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown

to plaintiff; TREY A. BONDY; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA – INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; CENTRAL HUDSON GAS AND ELECTRIC CORP., "JOHN DOE #1" through "JOHN DOE #12," the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Defendants.

To the above named Defendants YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with this summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the Plaintiff's Attorney within 20 days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York) in the event the United States of America is made a party defendant, the time to answer for the said United States of America shall not expire until (60) days after service of the Summons; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint.

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $50,000.00

and interest, recorded on June 23, 2006, at Instrument number 01 2006 10436, of the Public Records of DUTCHESS County, New York, covering premises known as 5 MADISON AVENUE HYDE PARK, NY 12538.

The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.

DUTCHESS County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county.

NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.

Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.

Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. RAS BORISKIN, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff BY:RICHARD MAYER, ESQ. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS TOWN OF WAPPINGER DUTCHESS COUNTY PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, the Town of Wappinger Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a public hearing on the 28th day of April, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. at the Town Hall of Wappinger, 20 Middlebush Road, Wappinger Falls, NY pursuant to Section 240-37 of the Zoning Law of the Town of Wappinger to consider the following area variance: PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, the Zoning Board of Appeals has not made a determination of significance pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act and hereby reserves its right to make such determination after the conclusion of the public hearing.

Appeal No. 20-7695 (Variance) Timothy & Nancy Fox: Seeking an area variance Section 240-37 of the District Regulations in an R40 Zoning District.

-Where 50 feet is required to the front property line, the applicant can provide 36.96 feet for the construction of a 28’ x 11’6” front porch, thus requesting a variance of 13.04 feet.

The property is located at 14 Michael Drive and is identified as Tax Grid No.: 6157-04-999332 in the Town of Wappinger ALL INTERESTED PERSONS WILL BE HEARD VIA ZOOM MEETING FROM OUR WEBSITE @ t o w n o f w a p p i n g e r n y. gov.

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS AND/OR COMMENTS PRIOR TO THE MEETING YOU CAN E M A I L : bogunti@townofwappingerny.gov. OR CALL: 845-297-6256, EXT. 122 AND SOMEONE WILL GET BACK TO YOU. Signed: Peter Galotti, Chairman Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Wappinger March 10, 2020 ________________ ________________

Wappinger Falls, NY pursuant to Section 240-37 of the Zoning Law of the Town of Wappinger to consider the following area variance: PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, the Zoning Board of Appeals has not made a determination of significance pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act and hereby reserves its right to make such determination after the conclusion of the public hearing.

Appeal No. 20-7696 (Variance) Ian Dawes: Seeking an area variance Section 24037 of the District Regulations in an R20 Zoning District.

-Where 40 feet is required to the rear property line, the applicant can provide 34.02 feet for the construction of a 34’ x 17’ deck, thus requesting a variance of 5.8 feet.

The property is located at 46 Carroll Drive and is identified as Tax Grid No.: 6257-04-818472 in the Town of Wappinger.

ALL INTERESTED PERSONS WILL BE HEARD VIA ZOOM MEETING FROM OUR WEBSITE @townofwappinger ny.gov.

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS AND/OR COMMENTS PRIOR TO THE MEETING YOU CAN E M A I L : bogunti@townofwappingerny.gov. OR CALL: 845-297-6256, EXT. 122 AND SOMEONE WILL GET BACK TO YOU. Signed: Peter Galotti, Chairman Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Wappinger April 15, 2020 ________________ ________________

John M. Karge Village Clerk ________________ ________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING VILLAGE OF WAPPINGERS FALLS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Wappingers Falls will conduct a PUBLIC HEARING on the 29 day of April, 2020, at 7:00 p.m., at which time all parties in interest and citizens shall have an opportunity to be heard as to whether the Board of Trustees of the Village of Wappingers Falls shall adopt a proposed Local Law entitled “Local Law No. __ of the Year 2020, Amending Chapter 114, Property Maintenance

by Repealing the Existing Provisions in their Entirety and Adding New Provisions.”

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the purpose and intent of the proposed Local Law is to repeal the existing provisions of Chapter 114, Property Maintenance in their entirety and add new provisions to provide procedures for the Village to act swiftly to abate the risks to the health and safety of the public, and particularly the residents of the Village of Wappingers Falls, in accordance with the due process required by law.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Village Board of Trustees has determined that the Proposed Action is an Unlisted action pursuant to Article 8 of the E n v i r o n m e n t a l Conservation Law and Part 617 NYCRR (commonly known as “SEQRA”) and is an action for which there are no other Involved Agencies and the Village Board is therefore, by default, Lead Agency for this action.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a copy of the proposed Local Law is available for review and inspection at the Office of the Village Clerk on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Village Hall, 2582 South Avenue, Wappingers Falls, New York.

Public may view and or participate by following instructions on the village website. https://www.wapp i n gersfallsny.gov/ Dated: April 17, 2020

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF WAPPINGERS FALLS JOHN KARGE, VILLAGE CLERK ________________ ________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS TOWN OF WAPPINGER DUTCHESS COUNTY PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, the Town of Wappinger Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a public hearing on the 28th day of April, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. at the Town Hall of Wappinger, 20 Middlebush Road,

Notice of Public Hearings Village of Wappingers Falls 2020–2021 Budget Meetings Budget meetings with the Mayor and Board of Trustees as follows: Wednesday 4/22/2020 5PM Thursday 4/23/2020 5PM Monday 4/27/2020 5 PM if needed.

Please be advised that the Village of Wappingers Falls Mayor and Board of Trustees will hold a Final Hearing to adopt the 2020 – 2021 budget on April 29, 2020, 7:00 PM. The purpose is to have public participation.

Public may view and or participate by following instructions on the village website. https://www.wapp i n gersfallsny.gov/

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING VILLAGE OF WAPPINGERS FALLS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Wappingers Falls will conduct a PUBLIC HEARING on the 29 day of April, 2020, at 7:00 p.m., at which time all parties in interest and citizens shall have an opportunity to be heard as to whether the Board of Trustees of the Village of Wappingers Falls shall adopt a proposed Local Law entitled “Local Law No. __ of the Year 2020, Creating Chapter, Procurement Policy.”

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the purpose and intent of the proposed Local Law is to allow the Village Board the option to award certain purchase contracts subject to competitive bidding under General Municipal Law § 103 on the basis of low bid or “best value” as defined in § 163 of New York State Finance Law. The “best value” option may be used if it is more cost efficient over time to award the good or service to other than the lowest responsible bidder for factors such as lower cost of maintenance, durability, higher quality and longer product life.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Village Board of Trustees has determined that pursuant to 6 NYCRR 617.5 (c) (20) the proposed adoption of the aforementioned Local Law is a Type II action not requiring environmental review pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and, accordingly, no environmental review has been undertaken.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a copy of the proposed Local Law is available for review and inspection at the Office of the Village Clerk on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Village Hall, 2582 South Avenue, Wappingers Falls, New York.

Public may view and or participate by following instructions on the village website. https://www.wapp i n gersfallsny.gov/ Dated: April 17, 2020

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF WAPPINGERS FALLS JOHN KARGE, VILLAGE CLERK ________________ ________________

OBITUARIES Richard Corrado POUGHQUAG - Richard V. Corrado, 83, passed away on April 10, 2020 at his home peacefully surrounded by his family. Born in Tarrytown on August 20, 1936, Richard was the son of the late Frank and Gemma (Moro) Corrado. He attended Roosevelt High School and proudly served in the US Marines from 1953-1956. Upon returning home he went to work for Western Printing and Publishing, Hudson River State Hospital and the Fitzgerald Tile Company. His career was with the New York State Department of Corrections at Green Haven Correctional Facility where he worked for over 25 years until his retirement in 1982.

On August 9, 1958 at St. Denis Church in Hopewell Junction, he married Barbara (Doran) Corrado who survives at home. He is also survived by his daughters, Carole Tomlins of Rhinebeck and Kathleen Maturo and her husband Ronald of Poughquag; his brother, Frederick Corrado of Hyde Park; his sisters, Mary Lou Murphy of Cape Coral, FL and Mary Ann Moseley of Anchorage, AK; his 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; and several

cousins, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Richard was predeceased by his children, Anthony Corrado, Marie DiLandro and Vincent Corrado; and his brother, Raymond Corrado. He was a parishioner of St. Denis Church in Hopewell Junction, a member of the American Legion and a life member of the Crum Elbow Sportsmen’s Association in Hyde Park.

Richard was an avid outdoors men who enjoyed hunting and fishing. The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation and gratitude for the tremendous support received from the VA at Castle Point, Hudson Valley Hospice, his sister-in-law Patricia Doran, Ann Murphy, and My Angels Home Care for allowing Richard to spend his last months in the comfort of his home. Funeral services will be held at a later date and are under the direction of the McHoul Funeral Home. Please visit Richard’s Book of Memories at www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.

Nancy Mc Kenna Durling HYDE PARK - Nancy Mc Kenna Durling, age 83, Hyde Park, NY, passed away on March 28, 2020 as a result of a courageous battle with cancer. Nancy graduated from Arlington High

School in 1954 where she excelled in academics and sports. In her teenage years, she loved her horses. She is survived by her husband, Wm. J. Durling , daughter Robin Kaba, sons Billy & Kevin Durling. Also surviving are brothers Vincent, Charles, Mike & Mark Mc Kenna. Also surviving are many grand & great grand children. Nancy was predeceased by mother (Theresa Mc Kenna Decker, father (Vincent Mc Kenna), stepfather(John Decker), her daughter (Debbie Di Ambrosio), a sister (Patricia Mc Kenna Sensevieri). The family wishes to thank the VA Nursing Home in Montrose, NY for their excellent care.

Vivien Ruth Seebruch STANFORDVILLE- Vivien Ruth Robinson Seebruch, March 6, 1935 - April 14, 2020.

Nursing was Vivien’s a career and passion. For over 40 years Vivien was a Registered Nurse.

Receiving her RN from Mount Sinai Hospital School of Nursing in 1956. She worked at Castle Point VA Hospital as a Charge Nurse, for Doctors Genevie (Patterson, NY) and Philip Holtzburg as his weekend nurse for over 25 years (Millbrook, NY). Even once she was

retired, she still saw herself as a Registered Nurse. Born to Spencer Robinson and Vivian Coleman Robinson in Mount Holly, NJ. Vivien was always the big sister to her brother, Spencer Robinson (Beth), (Catskill, NY). On January 1, 1963, Vivien married Karl E. “Chip” Seebruch.

They had 49 years of marriage before “Chip” passed in 2012. She helped run the family business during those years, as well. Their children are Seward “Butch” Seebruch (Dianne), New Paltz, NY and Karl H. “Seeb” Seebruch (Victoria), Big Island, HI. Vivien’s other passion in her life were her grandchildren, Dustin Seebruch (Marris), Stanfordville, NY, Luke Seebruch (Big Island, HI), and Laia Seebruch (Big Island, HI). Her famous chocolate chips will always be remembered. Also left behind a nephew Spencer Robinson and a niece Piper Malarchuk, and several great nieces. Over the years, Vivien had been a Cub Scout leader, Camp Nurse, and Stanford Meals on Wheels Volunteer. A dear sister-in-law, Nancy Seebruch and Carol Coons a wonderful friend previously passed. To sign the online register please access www.peckandpeck.net.

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Keeping fit - mentally, physically and emotionally - is a priority during pandemic

by Stacey van den Thoorn The importance of being physically active in times of uncertainty is key to helping maintain overall health - physically, mentally and emotionally. While we are all experiencing a tremendous shift in our daily lives, now is the time that we all should be implementing and maintaining regular routines of daily physical activity to ensure well-being for ourselves and loved ones.

We all know that physical activity and exercise is known to be linked to improving attitudes and outlooks, it reduces anxiety and depression, reduces the risk of several diseases, helps build muscle and brain power, improves sleep, creates camaraderie and helps with weight loss. Now is the time to really take that information to heart and, literally, get moving.

Most health guidance recommends we all should aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate to intensive physical activity at least three to four times a week. Fortunately with today’s technology there are endless online tips, classes and motivational sites for people at any age in any shape.

The following are some helpful tips and words of wisdom from local fitness experts to help motivate us all and keep us on track: Camile Dellavecchia of Wappingers, a fitness specialist and personal trainer of 15-plus years, said: “During times of uncertainty and unrest, routines can be critical in maintaining a healthy outlook and motivation. To stay fit physically, emotionally and mentally? It all starts with movement. The body in motion, specifically exercise, creates chemical reactions in the body that are directly linked to mental wellness.”

In short, it’s important to stay active for good health.

“Make sure to monitor how much activ-

ity you are getting every day,” said DellaVecchia. “Watch your caloric intake, which means getting the right amount of calories for your body that match your activity level. Your activity helps blood flow to critical organs; it brings oxygen to the brain and releases endorphins.”

Remember to also pay attention to past injuries and your own limitations, she advised.

“Modify exercises as your body needs,” said DellaVecchia. “Limit the amount of time watching the news to one time a day to keep abreast of current situations and updates. Make sure not to have the news or screens be the last thing you look at before going to bed. People are not getting enough good sleep. Sleep patterns are being disrupted.”

DellaVecchia suggests developing a routine for going to bed.

“Read a book, take a bath, practice self care and have a plan for what you do when you wake up in the morning to develop that routine; pray, meditate, dance, do yoga any of these practices will help to reduce anxiety and bring a level of normalcy to the times,” she said. “This is an opportunity to make something positive out of this situation and we need to adapt to it - not to let it control us, but for us to take control. The key is to keep moving.”

Visit www.camfitclass.com for motivational help and more information.

Corrie-Beth and Michael Lipowski of Hopewell Junction, also known as the Mindset Hacker and Fitness Hacker, are CEOs of the Pure Physique Fitness franchise with locations in LaGrange, Danbury and Yorktown. The duo have a combined 32 years of experience as catalysts of fitness.

“The connection between fitness and mental well-being is key. First and foremost,

the two are directly related,” said Michael.

“When your body is active, it directly affects your mental well-being in a positive way. It is a cyclical effect. Through exercise your body releases hormones and endorphins needed to put you into a better mental state. The more you do the better you feel it is synergy and cyclical. Now is the opportune time for all of us to be practicing movement every day. There are plenty of online exercise routines for individuals at any level that do not require any equipment.”

“We all need some sense of normalcy right now, and creating a schedule of exercise is one of those ways to do so,” said Corrie-Beth. “Create a time to work out every other day or a few days a week. Start small, even if it is going for a walk outside.

When it rains, that’s no excuse to not walk; come up with a plan to do something indoors. Come up with a fun game to do with the kids. Once you start, commit to get yourself into a consistent routine that you can continually build on.”

Nutrition plays a large part in this cycle of wellness and is even more important than exercise, said Michael.

“Poor eating habits have tremendous negative repercussions that affect your body and mind just as much as being physically inactive,” he said. “Poor food choices not only result in the gain of more fat, it morphs into the precursor of higher risk for disease in general.”

To learn more from Mindset Hacker Corrie-Beth and Fitness Hacker Michael, text (914) 915-8085.

Sarina Teuschler, program director of T&T Karate in Hyde Park, instructs group fitness and martial arts.

“Exercise is the cornerstone to health,” said Sarina. “It impacts you physically, emotionally and mentally. They are all con-

nected. Exercise boosts the production of ‘happy’ chemicals that affect the brain.

Many of us are faced with a huge barrier trying to find the will and motivation to be physically active, especially in light of the very extreme culture shift that is affecting our entire society right now. We are dealing with confusing emotions including grief, loss, uncertainty, and all of those emotions can make us not want to do anything. The best way to combat that is to set your mind to exercise.

Teuschler said the body immediately begins producing “feel good” chemicals when exercising, which physiologically make you feel better. She recommends scheduling fitness into your daily routine.

“It is all too easy to get sidetracked by chores, the kids, distractions; and all of a sudden it’s 8 pm. and you didn’t exercise because it was not made a priority in your schedule. Set a specific time every day to move, talk a walk or exercise,” she said.

“Make that time part of your scheduled self care priorities as well as work, social time, free time and family time. It is a great time to combine family time and exercise with kids home from school.”

Teuschler believes it is most important that parents lead by example.

“You can’t tell anyone to do something unless you are going to do it yourself,” she said. “That includes limiting screen time and especially social media.”

Tueschler recommends getting together as a family to go outside, play catch, kick a ball around. Her students are even practicing their karate moves at home by teaching their parents resulting in some very special family bonding time.

“Parents and adults need to be the ones to take the first step and be active,” she said.

Visit t&tkarateny.com/online to contact her.

To our community, thank you On behalf of the staff at Northern Dutchess Hospital and The Thompson House, I wish to extend a heartfelt thanks to our community—from residents to civic groups to local businesses to first responders—for the tremendous outpouring of support, donations and words of encouragement we have received throughout this global crisis.

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