Sue Wiand
By Sue Wiand
Trivia Tidbit:
Here are your 5 words for August. Let me know if you have ever heard of or used them. Tittynope=a small leftover amount (like a few grains of rice); Threnody=a lament; Ulotrichous=having wooly or tightly curled hair; Ultracrepidarian=one who speaks beyond their knowledge and Wamble=a queasy or uneasy feeling in the stomach.
Walker Valley Fire Company:
Congratulations to our fire department for taking 1st place for Best Rescue in County and Best Appearing Command Vehicle during the 2026 Ulster County Volunteer Firemen’s Association Convention and Parade held in Napanoch NY. And congratulations to the Napanoch fire Company on their 100 years of service and counting!
Walker Valley Ladies Auxiliary:
Be on the lookout for our members to be out and about selling tickets for our annual cash raffle. Tickets are $2 each or 6 for $10. Drawing will be held at our December 3rd regular meeting.
The annual community yard sale at the firehouse, as well as the firemen’s chicken BBQ took place on Saturday August 1. Thank you to our community and surrounding areas who showed their support by stopping by and visiting for a while. See you next year!
Walker Valley Seniors:
The Seniors welcomed two new members in July. Welcome Kim and Freddie Love to the group. The trip to Silver Birches in July was a great success and a wonderful time was had by all. Their next trip is September 8 to The Brownstone for a British Invasion Show. On August 26, an Office of the Aging representative will be at the meeting to explain new Medicare plans. President Stephanie is looking into a Hudson River Cruise for October. Contact Pres. Stephanie Jansen at 845-978-0148 for membership info or how you can be part of their exciting adventures! The group meets on Wednesdays at 1pm in the Walker Valley Schoolhouse Community Center, 6 Marl Rd., Walker Valley NY.
Walker Valley Community Enhancement Committee:
Our sister hamlet of Wallkill will be holding their annual Town of Shawangunk Yard Sale on Saturday September 26. Any town resident, or nearby resident can get their location on the list, so start cleaning out those cluttered closets, basements, attics and garages and get ready to repurpose those hidden treasures! Reach out to Vision of Wallkill on Facebook for more information.
Walker Valley Mountain View UMC:
Services are at the Walker Valley campus at 9a.m. on Sundays.
Community Spotlight:
Did you know that your town is home to the Friends of Shawangunk Grasslands National Wildlife Refuge? They are located at 902 Hoagerburgh Rd., Wallkill NY and includes 597 acres of protected habitat for natural year-round residents and visiting/migrating animals and birds. They offer viewing locations, special presentations and exhibits year-round. Memberships are available to help support the refuge/programs. Please visit them on Facebook or online at www.fosgnwr.org for more information. You can also reach them @ fsgnwr@gmail.com. They are a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization and gladly accept donations to P O Box 541, Wallkill NY 12589. NOTE: Please be aware of all safety regulations that are in place to make sure both you and the local wildlife stay safe during your visit!
Activities and Events:
The New Borderline Deli is continuing with their annual Classic Car Show events with the remaining show being held on Thursday August 27. Hours are 5 - 6:30 p.m. at 1218 Burlingham Rd. Pine Bush NY. For more info call 845-744-3354.
I know some of us are not looking ahead to winter, but many folks who are snowmobile enthusiasts are already planning out their winter activities. The Shawangunk Snowmobile & Rescue Club starts planning early and if you are interested in what they have in store for their 2026-2027 Winter season, now is the time to get involved! Visit them on Facebook for updates and more information or contact shawangunksecretary@gmail.com. They meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. Beginning in September going through April at Larry’s Chinese Restaurant, Pine Bush NY. Their history of snowmobiling in our area is fascinating as well as the types of rescues and emergency services they have provided over the years.