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 by Eric GrossCongressman John Hall hascome under fire by the Putnam County Sheriff’s Department for allegedly reporting er- roneous statistics relating toillegal immigration.The congressman, whosedistrict includes constituentsin all of Putnam County as well as sections of Westches-ter, Dutchess, Putnam, and Orange, will be meeting withlaw enforcement agencies on the county, town, and villagelevels August 4 in both Carmeland Goshen to help facilitatecommunications between USImmigration and CustomsEnforcement (ICE) and lo-cal police.The 19th District represen-tative said the sessions weredesigned to “inform local police how to work most ef-fectively with ICE regardingdetention and deportation,since ICE is the primaryfederal agency charged withdetaining and deporting crimi- nals found to be in the USillegally.” by Annie Chesnut The Constitution Island Association held its annu-al Garden Day on July 25.Visitors were treated to thealways-spectacular gardens,a very informative lecture on  beekeeping, a visit with West Point’s three mule mascots,and scenic boat rides on theHudson. The hot and muggyJuly weather might have kept some visitors away, but those who did attend were able tosee this accessible and beau-tifully maintained historicalsite at its best. Though West Point has closed the famed Warner House indefinitelyfor structural repairs, visitors were able to ramble around thetrails, gardens, and shoreline of the island in the Hudson, just across from the U.S. MilitaryAcademy.At the water’s edge, a make-shift corral holds Army’scurrent team of three mas-cot mules. These beautifullycared-for animals make ap- pearances at various Armysporting events and wear nylon  halters emblazoned with the words “Beat Navy.” Each mule has a sizable letter “A” fullyvisible on its haunches. Keep-ers explained that the “As” areshaved and then bleached sothey contrast with the mules’typically darker coats.Returning up the path from the water’s edge to the Warner House, visitors were treated to the most spectacular viewof all—the long gravel path with riots of colorful flowerson either side. Anna Warner, who spent most of her days on the Island, cultivated gardensthere and wrote a book,
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to encourageother women to create their  by Michael Turton True originals are disap- pearing by the day. Cookiecutters produce impossible-to-tell-apart houses. Cars are not only all the same shape,they’re also all the same col-or—“medium drab.” Fast food chains outnumber restaurantsthat don’t have a drive-thoughlane. Local, independent radiostations have been added tothe endangered species list.Is there a single, oasis of originality left anywhere?Yes there is. And it’s right  here in Cold Spring. It’s called The Listening Room.Located in Whistling Wil-lie’s American Grill, at thecorner of Main and Chestnut, by Annie Chesnut The
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received a let-ter on July 27 describing a  proposed cell phone tower to be erected near the Bear Mountain Bridge in OrangeCounty. The letter writer,Deborah Kopald, in short,encourages concerned indi-viduals to voice their oppo-sition by sending letters to both a historical consultant at Verizon and an officer at the State Office of Parks,Recreation and Historic Sites.Having covered previouscell phone tower discussionsin both Putnam Valley and the Village of Cold Spring,and realizing that such dis-cussions can become verycontentious and heated, we wanted to clarify the factsof the issue.Jeffrey Anzevino, AICP,Assistant Director of Land  Use Advocacy for ScenicHudson, Inc., spoke with the
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about Scenic Hud-son’s involvement in thiscase. His understanding isthat the Palisades InterstatePark Commission and Verizon  began disusing the possibil-ity of erecting such a tower, which would be on the west side of the river near Hessian Lake, and the news somehowleaked out to the public. Mr.Anzevino’s take on the tower is that it would be visible driv-ing across the Bear Mountain Bridge from east to west. The“faux pine” tree-like tower is proposed to be 120 feet tall, which is probably at least 60or 70 feet taller than the area tree line.Anzevino indicated that Scenic Hudson, in fact, first learned about this project from Ms. Kopald. After re-viewing the situation theorganization sent a formalletter requesting “Consult-ing Party” status under the National Historic Preserva-tion Act. He included this key information:The proposed telecommuni-cations facility site is located in Bear Mountain State Park and within the Hudson High-lands Scenic Area of State- wide Significance (Hessian Lake Subunit). The site isalso potentially visible from the Bear Mountain Bridge, by Michael MellThe lead agenda item for theJuly 21, 2009, Cold SpringVillage Board meeting was a  presentation by Scenic Hud-son about their plans for theWest Point Foundry Preserve.Of specific concern was their desire to use composting toi-lets, which do not require running water or a sewer connection. Three of thesefixtures are proposed, witha combined capacity of 400 uses a week. Waste would becollected for distribution tocomposting sites in the area.At issue is the village code requirement that any sani-tary facility (toilet) within 150 feet of a sewer line is required to tie into that lineand the location of the pro- posed toilets falls within this radius. Scenic Hudson at-torney George Rodenhausen,of Rapport Meyers Whitbeck Shaw & Rodenhausen, told the board that compostingtoilets have been successfully used at other parks operated  by Scenic Hudson and that they “have no odor . . . and  will not damage the site.” Hefurther acknowledged that this is “an alternate way todeal with sewage,” but onethat is consistent with “the message of the site.”The conflict with villagecode arose during an ear-lier presentation made to theCold Spring Planning Board.According to Rodenhausen,the Planning Board agreesin theory with Scenic Hud-son’s arguments, but cannot  move until the code issue is resolved. The Department of Health, Rodenhausen said, hasgiven its “unofficial blessing”to the project. For planned events, where large numbersof people are expected, addi-tional conventional portabletoilets would be used. “If thesewer department signs off,”asked Mr. Rodenhausen, “can the board consider this?” Heconcluded his arguments byoffering to assist the Board in writing an “amendment tothe code,” if they chose to move in that direction, and also stipulated that ScenicHudson would pay any re-quired sewer fees.The board had many ques-tions and comments about theentire scope of the park, likely primed by experiences from the recent Community Dayfestivities. Mayor Gallagher asked whether the PlanningBoard had “okayed the lack of running water.” He also
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The Cold Spring Water De- partment is continuing itsinvestigation of discoloration in the distribution system. Thestorage tanks at the facility, have been drained, cleaned,and inspected. There was littlesediment on the tank floors, but enough to be considered as a contributing factor, ac-cording to Superintendent Greg Phillips.Another factor has to bethe raw water in the reser-voirs: “We’ve received over 16 inches of rain since June5th,” Phillips continued, “You can drive by the reservoir on Fishkill Road and see the color tint in the shallows. Some of that color is making its waythrough the filters and add-ing to the problem.” Phillipsdescribed that until they get the source water problem solved, the distribution is-sues (related or not) will not go away.This week, consultantsfrom JM Water Services and Slack Chemical will be onsiteto assist in the identification of source water issues and their resolution. In addition, media in the clarifiers and filters will be scoured to remove any buildup that hasaccumulated over the years. Updates will continue to be posted in the
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. by Michael MellThe ongoing issue of dam-age caused by storm water  run-off has once again cometo public attention. MichaelCasparian came before theCold Spring Village Board,at its July 21. 2009, meeting,to complain about damageto his home on Kemble Av-enue. His contention is that drainage from the homes on the ledge above and behind  his house run directly onto his property. The culprits he refers to are on Marion Avenue, behind Foodtown.The blunt question he posed to the board was, “Who would  be responsible?”Avoiding a direct answer,Trustee Falloon responded that “many things contribute. . . it’s a multi-level prob-lem.” Casparian disagreed and, referring to the recently built Marion Avenue homes,said, “The builder has some responsibility.” Mayor Gal-lagher acknowledged the problem and the village’s responsibility.Trustee Lynn Miller asked Casparian, “Is this a consis-tent occurrence or just due tothe heavy rains this year?”He could not substantiate oneor the other, but maintained that “continual erosion cre-ates a cascading condition,”depositing soil and debris on  his property and potentiallycausing damage. “The village has to remedy storm water  run-off onto adjacent prop-erties,” the mayor offered,“which then goes onto your  property.”A similar complaint was raised by residents of Spring- brook Condominiums last spring. In that case storm With five Main Street bur-glaries in the past two weeks,Cold Spring police have been visiting businesses to en-courage them to undertakesecurity measures, namely,to lock their doors. Accord-ing to Officer Terry Comis- key, the culprits—yet to becaught—are mostly lookingfor loose change in cash reg-isters, and they are gainingaccess through unlocked or improperly secured doors.The local police are cooper-ating with the Sheriff’s De- partment and have instituted extra patrols, particularlyduring the night hours. Thevillage police distributed a checklist to Main Street  businesses with tips on howto prevent break-ins.
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These Mule Mascots are the pride of the U.S. Military Academy. General Scott, (aka Scotty), named for a former USMA superintendent, appears at the front of the photo. Raider, the senior mule at left, is a light red in color, and Ranger II (aka George) was named for all Army Rangers past and present. The mules reside at the Veterinary Academy and arecared for by veterinary soldiers. They are ridden by Cadet Mule Riders.
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7:30 PM - PV ZBANo Meetings ScheduledPV TOWN HALL CLOSEDNo Meetings Scheduled7:30 PM Cold Spring Board WeeklyWorkshop7:30 PM Philipstown Board WeeklyWkshop
THURSDAY 7/30FRIDAY 7/31MONDAY 8/3TUESDAY 8/4WEDNESDAY 8/5
 by Michael Turton People who live in cities,towns, and villages generallyexpect that Mother Nature has been tamed to the point that life is comfortably devoid of  most natural hazards.While the Village of Nel-sonville doesn’t immediatelyspring to mind as a place wrought with natural hazards,at least two residents whoattended the Nelsonville Vil-lage Board meeting on July20, 2009, have had their fillof two natural features that are increasingly posing prob-lems—the burgeoning deer  population and water that flows a bit too freely after significant rainfalls. Nelsonville resident Frank Caccheta thinks that the num- ber of deer in the village isgetting out of control and that it is dangerous. “The deer explosion, even right on the main drag [Main Street] is get-ting treacherous,” he said in addressing the Village Board.According to Caccheta, thelarge number of deer isn’t  just an annoyance when theydevour people’s gardens and landscape plants; he believesthey are posing an increased traffic hazard in Nelsonville.“I’ve never seen so many deer in the village,” he said. “They roam around the streets likethey own the place.”Deputy Mayor Ande Me- rante, who chaired last week’s meeting, agreed with Cacet-ta’s concerns and added oneof his own. Merante said that deer have become soabundant and brazen that he worries about possible inju- ries to small children playingoutdoors. Deer often bolt, run, and jump hedges when startled, and Merante fearsthat eventually a child willsuffer the consequences. Headded that the fact that deer  harbor ticks that spread Lymedisease also contributes to what is becoming an increas-ingly undesirable situation.Caccheta feels that he knows at least part of the reason why deer have becomeso numerous in the village.The problem lies in the woods behind Nelsonville, where hesaid the forest canopy has become so dense that no sun-light can penetrate. “With nolight, there’s no plant growthon the forest floor and that  means no food for the deer,” he said. “So they look else- where,” namely, the streetsand gardens of Nelsonville.Caccheta said the lack of sunlight will “effectively killthe forest.” He explained that Pound Ridge in Westchester County experienced a similar situation and embarked on a  program of topping selec-tive trees in order to allowsunlight to penetrate to theforest floor. That techniquealso improves habitat for ground-nesting birds.One of the problem areasin Nelsonville appears to bea 104-acre forest owned bythe village.Caccheta indicated that the New York State Department of Environmental Conserva-tion (DEC) offers a program that will assess the propertyand make recommendationson how the forest ought to be managed. There is no cost to the village to have the as-sessment done. Based on last  week’s discussions it seemslikely that Nelsonville will make use of the program in trying to cope with a problem  what everyone agreed is onethat should not be ignored.For Jim Helbock, the prob-lem is water. His problems be-gan when the Putnam County roads department made repairsto the asphalt in front of hisHealy Road home. As part of the work, a gutter runningalong the shoulder of the road  was eliminated, and now wa-ter that Helbock said used todrain away through a seriesof catch basins is flowingdirectly down his driveway.“It’s digging trenches down  both sides,” he said.“When the county was done with the work they said, ‘Call us if you have any problems,’Helbock said. “I must be call-ing the wrong county,” headded, referring to severalcalls to Putnam County that Helbock said have gone un-answered.Helbock recalled the intensethunderstorm on July 1st that dumped up to four inches of  rain on the area in one hour.“There were white caps on  my driveway,” he said. “I’m  not exaggerating!” “We’reso tired of being washed out.… It’s going to drive us out of here.”Deputy Mayor Meranteindicated that the villageis currently in the processof selecting an engineeringfirm to begin design work for improvements to four other village roads. He added that the firm that is selected  would also be contracted tofix the problem on HealyRoad. Merante said that whilethe village would expeditethe engineering process as much as possible, the work itself would not be carried out until next year.In other business, VillageClerk Pauline Minners re- ported that Nelsonville has received a $30,000 JusticeGrant to complete renova-tions to the courtroom and Village Hall. Minners also updated Village trustees on tax collecting, indicating that about $30,000 is still to comein. “That’s pretty good,” shesaid, adding that reminder  notices will be sent out in September.
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 by Annie Chesnut July 17, 2009, was an an- niversary that most of us missed: it was exactly one year since the political star-studded groundbreaking cer-emony for the $79.2 million  NY State-funded reconstruc-tion project on Route 9 in Peekskill.The massive project, whichincludes the reconstruction and widening of the highway, redesign of ramps, and the replacement of four bridges,as well as curbs, sidewalks,sewers, drainage, signs, land-scaping, pavement markings,and retaining walls, is due to be completed next summer.For drivers who regularlycommute from Putnam and other upstate counties, the roadwork has created head-aches beyond measure, and the prospect of another year of tie-ups is not likely to be welcome news. Blastingdemolition of the old Main St. bridge will begin on July31.Route 9 in that area will be closed until about 5am on August 3. A detour routeis already in place.The heat and humidity of summer has finally reared its head. Staying hydrated is very important, and don’t forget your pets. Leavinganimals in a hot car duringthis type of weather, even  with the window open, can  be very dangerous.Get your tickets for 
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at the Depot Theatrein Garrison. All reports arethat it is fabulous!Happy Birthday wishes to:John Reinhardt, Anjalai della Russo, Kehaulani Kekoa,Lizzie Scherer, Teresa V.Lyons, Annabel Prentice,Vallerie Robertson, Nick Tamagna, Whitney Plant,Sandra Kanuk, Patti Allen,and Joel T. Starr.For parents sending their first child off to college in a few weeks, here are somesuggestions from one vet-eran on staff: Ask, and if they don’t know how, besure to teach your freshman  how to use a checkbook, a coin-operated laundry, ex-tension cords safely, shopeconomically at a grocery or drug store, buy a bus ticket,and—of course—call homeon a regular basis. Good luck!The Junior Firefighter Academy graduation cer-emony will take place thisSaturday morning at 10am at Our Lady of Loretto ChurchHall. Congratulations to all!
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Howard and Patricia Cope-land of Garrison are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Wendy toDavid Philip Ionadi, son of Philip and Helen Ionadi of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.Wendy is a graduate of James I. O’Neill High Schoolin Highland Falls. She at-tended Villanova Universityand earned a Bachelor’s de-gree in Comprehensive Sci-ence. She also graduated from Drexel University as a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Wendy works as a pediatric physicaltherapist for Theraplay Inc.in Springfield PA.David is a graduate of Pittsburgh’s Central Catho-lic High School. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Foren-sic Science from Mercyhurst College in Erie, PA. He alsocompleted a Master’s degreein Chemistry at Duquesne University. David works asa scientist for M-Scan Inc.,located in West Chester, PA.A September 19, 2009, wed-ding is planned at St Ber- nadette’s Church in DrexelHill, PA, with a reception to follow at Kings Mills in Aston, PA.The couple plans to residein Havertown, PA.
Wendy Copeland and DavidIonadi Are to be Married
Heart’s Home USA, an international Catholic ser-vice organization, presentsan engaging afternoon of contemporary dance. RenéeKurz has committed the next  year and a half to service with Heart’s Home in India and invites you to join a  network of compassion bysupporting her mission. Kurz will perform her thought  provoking and beautifuldance entitled 
 Be the One
on Saturday, August 1, at 3pm. This benefit event willtake place in Garrison, at theCapuchin Youth & FamilyMinistries Retreat Center in St. Clare’s Hall located at 781 Route 9D. Seating isgeneral admission, with a suggested donation of $15and free to children under 12.Founded in 1990 by Fr. Thi-erry de Roucy, Heart’s Homeis committed to promoting a culture of compassion as an answer to the universal real-ity of suffering. By being a loving presence to the most  wounded people of the world,Kurz and three other young missionaries will be workingto restore hope and dignityto the hearts of the sick and elderly, women and their families, and young children.Heart’s Home works to af-firm the intrinsic value of every person through variousinitiatives in the corporate,scientific, and artistic world,as well as on the internationallevel, notably through itsconsultative status within the United Nations.
 Be the One
has been per-formed in Long Island and Manhattan to great applause, provoking many hearts toconsider their role in restor-ing hope and dignity in thelives of the suffering both near and far. Kurz has been  performing and teaching in and around New York Citysince 2005. A member of Saint Michael’s WarriorsDance Company (SMWDC)since 2007, Kurz has per-formed throughout the north-east, and as far as Sydney,Australia. Always strivingto convey meaning and truththrough her dancing, Kurz issure to inspire your heart.
Dance Concert at CapuchinBenefits Mission Work 
Having children and youthinvolved in community ser-vice often is an exciting and life-changing experience.That’s why Philipstown Food Pantry is having August beYouth Volunteer Month at the Pantry. Parents and troopor youth group leaders areinvited to volunteer withchildren ages 7 and older at the Pantry on Saturdays from 8:30–9:30am. The Pantry islocated at First Presbyterian Church, 10 Academy Street,Cold Spring.There are a wide varietyof duties to accommodateall ages: welcoming clients, helping clients find items, handing out grocery bags,stocking the food carts, or simply offering a smile. Just  be prepared to make a differ-ence and also get your heart  warmed! The pantry’s clients mostly are working poor whooften have more than one job,and the elderly. Volunteers must register ahead of time.To volunteer and reserve a date contact the church at 265-3220 or philipstownfood- pantry@verizon.net.
August is Youth VolunteerMonth at the Food Pantry
Marvel Squires Harper, a 70-year Cold Spring, resi-dent, died on Thursday, July23, 2009, at Hudson ValleyHospital Center; she was 87.Born in Mahopac on January2, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Willis E. and Anna (Yacyzyn) Squires. She wasthe widow of the late Herbert P. Harper, who pre-deceased  her in 1944.Mrs. Harper was a retired  head proofreader for the
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in Yorktown.Survivors include one son,Joel Harper, of New York, NY. Two sisters, Evelyn S. Gamse and Marjorie L.Squires, pre-deceased her.Graveside services took  place at the Cold SpringCemetery on July 27, 2009.The Rev. William Mayhewofficiated. Arrangements were under the direction of the Clinton Funeral Home,Cold Spring.
Marvel Squires Harper
Harold J. Brown, a 50-year Cold Spring resident, died on Sunday, July 26, 2009, at Tarrytown Hall Care Center, he was 77. Born in Croton on Hudson, on October 3, 1931, he was the son of the lateJames and Iva (Churchwell)Brown. He was the widower of the late Dolores E. (Righi)Brown, who pre-deceased  him in 1995.Mr. Brown was a retired car inspector for Metro-NorthRailroad. He was a past chief of the former NelsonvilleFire company, captain of thefire police, and member of the drum corps of the firecompany.Survivors include one son,Robert P. (Astrid) Harrison,of Cold Spring, and his com- panion, Gertrude Downeyof Tarrytown. Three grand-children, Lisa, Jessica, and Sandra also survive.Services will take place at the Clinton Funeral Home,corner of Parrott & PineStreets (21 Parrott Street)Cold Spring, on Thursday,July 30, 2099, at 10am. TheRev. Shane Scott-Hamblen  will officiate. Burial will fol-low in Cold Spring Cemetery.Friends are invited to callat the Clinton Funeral Homeon Wednesday, July 29, from 5 to 8pm.Donations may be madeto the American Lung As-sociation of Hudson Valley35 Orchard Street, WhitePlains, NY 10603.
Harold J. Brown
ST. MARY’SEPISCOPAL CHURCHIN THE HIGHLANDS1 Chestnut Street,Cold SpringFr. Shane Scott-Hamblen, Rector,845-265-2539Mr. Ron Greene, SeniorWarden, 265-3624www.stmaryscoldspring.dioceseny.orgSun. Masses:
8am (spoken);10:30am (sung); Sundayschool in Parish Hall dur-ing 10:30 mass
Thurs. Fri. & Sun.:
AA in  parish hall, 8pm 
FRANCISCAN FRIARSOF THE ATONEMENTRoute 9, Garrison845-424-3671graymoorcenter@atonementfriars.orgSunday Eucharist
- 11am,Pilgrim Hall.
Daily Mass
- Mon. - Sat.11:30am.
Mondays
- Holy Hour, 8pm.
Centering Prayer
- 8pm.Monthly Prayer Meeting 2nd Sunday of every month at 2pm. Recovery Inc. every
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Renewal Farmers’ Market:
Every Friday, 10-3, duringgrowing season.
ST. JOSEPH’S CHAPELA mission Chapel of OurLady of Loretto ChurchUpper Station Rd.,Garrison, 845-265-3718
Sunday Mass: 10:15am 
CHUANG YENMONASTERY2020 Rte 301, Carmel845-228-4283/4288www.baus.orgbauscym@aol.comSunday programs:9-10am
- Chanting and Medi-tation 
10-11am
- Dharma Talk 
11am-12pm
- Noon Book Discussion GroupVegetarian lunch, Saturdays& Sundays, 12-1pm 
OUR LADY OFLORETTO CATHOLICCHURCHFair Street, Cold Spring845-265-3718www.ourladyoflorettocs.comFr. Brian McSweeney,Pastor
Masses: Sat. 5:30pm, Sun.7:30am, 9, & 11:45am.,Weekdays: 8:15am, St. Jo-seph’s - Garrison, Sun.,10:15am. Holy Days: 8:15am & 7:30pm Mass, Holy DayVigil: 530pm Confessions: Sat., 4:30-5pm 
ST. PHILIP’S CHURCHIN THE HIGHLANDS1101 Route 9D, Garrisonstphilips.highlands.comRev. Francis H. Geer, Rec.424-3571 - e-mail:stphilips@highlands.com
Summer schedule:8am - Holy Communion 10am - Main Service; child-care available for 10am ser-vice
GRACE UNITEDMETHODIST CHURCH337 Peekskill HollowRoad, Putnam ValleyPastor Tony Mecca845-526-3788Sunday Service & SundaySchool
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Prayer Service w/ Com-munion
: Tues 7 pm. “Tues-days w/ Tony” - Discussion group, 9am.
ST. LUKE’S LUTHERANCHURCH65 Oscawana Lake Rd.,Putnam Valleywww.stlukesputnamvalley.org845-528-8858,
mail@stlukesputnamvalley.org
Sunday Worship
- Service:9am, Coffee hour: 10:15am,Family Communion Serviceincluding Sunday School:10:30am 
Thu.
- Prayer Service, 8pm 
TEMPLE BETH-EL118 GRAND AVE.,POUGHKEEPSIE845-454-0570www.templebethelpok.nyShalom Tots
- First Sat. of each month - 11:15am 
FIRST PRESBYTERIANCHURCH OFPHILIPSTOWNAcademy & CherryStreetsCold Spring -845-265-3220Rev. Leslie Mott, Pastor
www.presbychurchcoldspring.org
email: FPCP@verizon.net
Worship Service: 10am Chancel Choir Rehearsal:Wednesdays 7pm Office Hours: Tue, Wed &Thu, 8-12Food Pantry: Saturdays
UNITED METHODISTCHURCHES OF COLDSPRING & SOUTHHIGHLAND (Garrison)845-265-3365South Highland UMC,19 Snake Hill Rd.GarrisonCold Spring UMC,216 Main StreetPastor Margaret (Peggy)Laemmel
South Highland in Garrison  worship service at 9:30am.Cold Spring worship ser-vice at 11am.
Sat. Sept.12
- Bake Sale, Foodtown,9:30am-noon 
Sat. Oct. 10
- Bake Sale,Foodtown, 9:30am-noon 
COLD SPRINGBAPTIST CHURCH(American BaptistChurches, USA)Paul Laurelli(Interim Pastor)245 Main St., ColdSpring265-2022
Sunday Services, 10:30am 
Wednesdays
: Prayer- Fel-lowship time, 7pm 
TEMPLE ISRAEL140 Lake DriveLake PeekskillRabbi Jeff Cymet845-528-2305Shabbat Services
: Fridays8pm; Saturdays 9:15am.
PHILIPSTOWNREFORM SYNAGOGUEP.O. Box 94Cold Spring, NY 10516Unless otherwiseindicated, all servicestake place at St. Mary’sParish House, ColdSpring.
services/10:30am, leader tba 
Sat. Aug. 15
- Shab- bat Morning Servic-es: discussion/9:30am,services/10:30am, led byRabbi Marcus Burstein 
Fri. Sept. 18
, Rosh Hashanahevening services, 8pm 
PHILIPSTOWNWORSHIP GROUPQuaker Meeting845-424-3525
Meeting for Worship – 2nd &4th Sundays of each month,10am, at 848 Old AlbanyPost Road (Whyatt StoneCottage), Garrison. Call for directions. Children of allages welcome.
REFORM TEMPLE OFPUTNAM VALLEY362 Church RoadPutnam ValleyRabbi Allen Darnov(845) 528-4774www.rtpv.orgShabbat Services:
Fridays,8pm; Young people’s ser-vice- third Friday of the month, 7pm. Hebrew School,ages 3+
HISTORIC TOMPKINSCORNERS UNITEDMETHODIST CHURCH729 Peekskill HollowRoad, Putnam Valley845-528-5076www.tompkinschurchny.org
1st Sunday of the month worship: 2pm 
FOURTH UNITARIANSOCIETY OFWESTCHESTER 1698 Strawberry RoadMohegan LakeRev. Dawn Sangrey914-528-7131www.fourthuu.org
Sunday Morning Worshipat 10:30am 
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