August 25, 2009
Swine Flu & back to school 2009
Swine flu prevention is part of back-to-school preparations
As school officials get ready for the return of teachers and students, they also are preparing for the potential resurgence of swine flu.
Officials at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the H1N1 flu, commonly known as the swine flu, has continued through the summer months. The concern is once schools are back in session there will be renewed opportunity for it to spread.
Centers for Disease Control Provides Action Steps for Parents to Protect Children and Family from the Flu this School Year
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends 4 main ways that parents and family members may keep from getting sick with the flu at school and at home:
August 25, 2009
The Dutchess County Fair
August 25 – 30, 2009
For six days each August, the Dutchess Fairgrounds on Route 9 in Rhinebeck plays host to nearly half a million patrons for the Dutchess County Fair. The second largest county fair in New York State is the with big name talents, one of the finest carnivals in the entire country, free shows and attractions. This is a major playground for Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. View the complete
Entertainment Schedule : http://www.dutchessfair.com/grandstand-performances.php
October 30, 2008
Halloween!
Friday October 31st
5:30pm – 9:30pm
Come Join The Fun!
Refreshments will be available!
October 30, 2008
TEEN CENTER IS OPEN!
Mon., Sept. 15, 2:30-5:30 p.m Grand Opening at the Young Rhinebeck’s new Teen Center
4-H Building at the Fairgrounds. The center is open to students in grades 7-12, Mondays and Wednesdays when school is in session. Registration required; to download forms, click Teen Center at www.YoungRhinebeck.org.
The Center needs adult volunteers; contact YR director Lea Cassarino lea1youngrhinebeck@hvc.rr.com, 876-8054
September 11, 2008
Rhinebeck Science Foundation- Who are they?
Please Join the Science Foundation Informational Coffee
Wednesday, September 17 – 9:15 a.m.
Conferance Room Star Library
Rhinebeck Science Foundation informational coffee, downstairs conference room, Starr Library. The Foundation’s goal is to enhance K-12 math, science, and technology curriculum in Rhinebeck’s schools.
September 11, 2008
Young Rhinebeck – Teen Center Opening
Mon., Sept. 15, 2:30-5:30 p.m., grand opening, Young Rhinebeck’s new teen center, 4-H Building at the Fairgrounds. The center is open to students in grades 7-12, Mondays and Wednesdays when school is in session. Registration required; to download forms, click Teen Center at www.YoungRhinebeck.org. The Center needs adult volunteers;
contact YR director Lea Cassarino lea1youngrhinebeck@hvc.rr.com
876-8054) if you can help.
June 30, 2008
Dutchess County’s Summer Youth Employment Program kick-off July 14
The Dutchess County Workforce Investment Board will receive over $300,000 for the 2008 Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Summer Youth Employment Program, which provides youth with summer jobs, a release said.
About 100 students ages 14 to 20 years old will be placed in positions that will enhance their skills. Students will also participate in educational sessions at Dutchess Community College.
The program will kick off with an opening ceremony at 9 a.m. July 14 at Dutchess Community College, 53 Pendell Road, Poughkeepsie.
For more information about the program, contact Laraine Kautz at (845) 463-0517 ext. 204.
June 21, 2008
Interactive fireworks!
June 20, 2008
Fireworks! – 2008
NOTE: Thank you Dutchess County Fairgrounds for giving fireworks to the people of Rhinebeck again…
Fireworks are back!
Independence Celebration with Fireworks
June 28th – 2008
Palatine Park, Germantown
Duthchess County Fair Grounds
Friday July 4th
Hudson Valley Philharmonic DC-Fairgrounds - 7:00pm – Fireworks at dusk.
Saturday July 5th
Demolition Derbies DC- Fairgrounds - 2:30pm-7:00pm - Fireworks at dusk.
Friday and Saturday:
Carload Price Advance Sale–$30.00,
Day of Event–$40.00 (Main Gate Only),
Walk Up–Advance Sale–$7.00,
Day of Event–$11.00, Children under 12 FREE
Note: Rhinebeck Residents (Fri. Night Only)
$6.00 (With proof of Residency)
Sunday July 6th - “Freedom Fest Concert” DC-Fairgrounds
$25.00, Children under 3–FREE (no fireworks)
Tickets available at www.929wbpm.com
Advance Sale Tickets at Reduced Prices
for Friday and Saturday, www.dutchessfair.com
Lake Taghkanic State Park
Saturday, July 05, 2008
Region: Taconic
Phone: 518-851-3631
A community celebration with local heritage, history, agriculture, and emergency services displays. A chicken BBQ, live entertainment, and an impressive fireworks display cap off the evening. Activities for people of all ages from 3:00 PM until 10:00 PM This event is sponsored by the local towns of Gallatin, Taghkanic, Livingston and Ancram.
4th of July Parade and Fireworks – Saugerties
Date: Fri, Jul 04, 2008
Contact: Robbie Quirk (Parade) and Jeannine Dirie (Fireworks)
Phone: 845-246-8412 (Robbie Quirk – parade)
Email: jdirie@hvc.rr.com(Jeannine Dirie – fireworks)
Parade starts at Saugerties High School at 11 AM, winds through the Village, and finishes at Cantine Field. Fireworks at Cantine Field begin at dusk.
Independence Day Celebration at Clermont
Date: July 4th – 2008 1pm-10:00pm Admission $7.00 per car 18th Century music & entertainment, food & Saugerties Fireworks display –
Clermont 518-537-4240 or 800-724-1846
