Walton’s First Friday this week and - it’s supposed to be good weather! Come stroll through Walton to find fall specials in the convenient extra hours of 4-8 p.m. Friday, Oct 6.
Walton Fall Cemetery clean up started Oct. 1. Folks have until Sunday, Oct. 15 to remove spring and summer decorations. Anything that remains after that time will be removed by staff.
The Walton Historical Society is excited to host its first annual Walton Fall Market at the fairgrounds Saturday, Oct. 7, starting at 10 a.m. Admission cost $2, and over 40 vendors, activities for kids, entertainment, and more. I’m excited to see this fall market expanded again at the fairgrounds. The colors should be just about peak by then, as they have really changed this week. On Tuesday, they seemed to explode in color, even changing from our ride to Binghamton, to the ride back. Of course, the sunshine sure helps them shine and Sunday was a perfect day.
The Walton Central School Class of ‘65 is sponsoring a Wilson’s Chicken BBQ at Walton Motors, Delaware Street, Saturday, Oct. 7, to benefit The James Sherwood Scholarship Fund. Sherwood was a beloved English and Latin teacher at WCS. For well over 20 years, the Class of ‘65 has given a $300 dollar scholarship which has been matched by Dollars for Scholars to a senior entering the field of education. This fundraiser enables them to continue to fund the scholarship, so go buy some chicken, honor a special teacher and help send a kid to college.
The American Legion Auxiliary will resume First Friday dinners at the Vet’s Club Oct. 6, serving from 5 p.m. until sold out. Price is still $12 and includes their famous desserts. Menu is roast pork with stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, carrots, coleslaw and applesauce. For more info call the Vets Club at 607-865-8094 between 3-7 p.m.
4-H Camp Shankitunk will host an afternoon of fun and exploration of all that 4-H has to offer Monday, Oct. 9 from 12-4 p.m. Complete enrollment forms, (or re-enrollment forms), tour the 4-H Camp, try out some activities, do a craft project, enter the baking contest, decorate a pumpkin, and much more. Preregistration encouraged (though not required) at cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/.../SV_cRNRQP7OyGefyl0. 4-H is a great opportunity for all kinds of adventures, lessons, and fun.
The First Congregational Church, UCC will host chair yoga classes beginning Tuesday, Oct. 10 and every Tuesday and Thursdays through Nov. 16 from 11 a.m. – 12 noon. The church is on the corner of North and Mead streets in Walton; use the North Street back entrance.
Chair yoga is a form of exercise which helps older adults exercise without putting pressure on joints. It may be beneficial those who have difficulty with balance and may reduce the fear of falling, as well as help people who are not used to exercising to begin improving their strength and balance.
Movements typically involve sitting in the chair while stretching and holding poses or standing and using the chair for balance. Classes are free and will be taught by Jennifer LePinnet Clark, DPT and trained yoga instructor. No registration is required so come to one or come to all. If you have any questions call the church secretary at 607-865-4066. It’s never too late to start to get stronger and healthier.
The Wm. B. Ogden Library, 42 Gardiner Place, will hold its annual cemetery scavenger hunt Saturday, Oct. 14, at 11 a.m. Meet the library staff at the Civil War monument on Memorial Drive in the Walton Cemetery. This is a multi-generational event, so everyone can participate. You will get a list of things to find, and then meet an hour later with the group to go over your findings. Children must be accompanied by an adult. If it rains it will still take place, so bring an umbrella or rain gear.
Have you ever wondered about your family stories? Interested in doing some research and perhaps writing your own history? Go to the lower level of Ogden Library Thursday, Oct. 12, at 6 p.m. Brian Lee from the Four County Library System will teach about available genealogy resources including Ancestry, Family Search, NYS Historic Newspapers, and HathiTrust.
If you are looking for an interesting way to decorate your home for Halloween, this month’s crafterwork project at the library is for you. On Thursday, Oct. 19 at 6:30 make a planter from an old doll’s head. It has a macabre feel to it but is still kind of lovable, so the project is for adults only. All supplies are provided free of charge. Space is limited and registration is required. Call the library at 607.865.5929 or stop by to sign-up.
The Walton United Presbyterian Church on the corner of East and North Streets, will be celebrating a “homecoming” weekend Friday-Sunday, Oct 13-15 at the church. To celebrate, the Red Brick Quilters are sponsoring a quilt show in the sanctuary Saturday, Oct. 14 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. The highlight of the show will be 15 tapestries woven by Tabitha Gilmore Barnes of Roxbury. Many other quilts made by church members will also be on display. On Sunday, Oct. 15, Tabitha will be the guest speaker at the church service beginning at 10. Stay to meet Tabitha and enjoy the work of the Red Brick Quilters. In true church lady fashion, refreshments will be available.
The First United Methodist Church of Walton, 101 North Street, will hold its fall rummage sale Friday, Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. No early birds; Saturday, Oct. 21 - bag sale bargains - two bags for $1 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Items for sale will include clothing, linens, pots and pans, knickknacks, books, glassware, china, Christmas decorations, toys, CDs, DVDs, puzzles, games, lamps, furniture, and more. Donations are welcome of clean clothing in good condition and other clean items. Donations can be brought to the back entrance of the church. Call Dawn at 607-865-6064 when you want to leave items, to make arrangements so they may be brought inside right away. Items left outside the church may be ruined if no one is there to take them inside. Proceeds from the sale are donated to local, national, and international missions.
The Classic Flix movie for Thursday, Oct. 19 at the Walton Theatre is “Seconds” starring Rock Hudson. The movie is at 7 p.m. and tickets are $7.
Tuesday, Oct. 17 is Bus Driver Appreciation Day. Bus drivers are such an important part of your child’s day and it would be nice to show them a little love that day. It’s a tough job I could never do - we have a great group of drivers at WCS.
The Walton Chamber of Commerce is again looking for volunteers to decorate the barrels along Delaware and West streets. It seemed to be a lot of fun and there were a lot of different looks for the summer. If you decorated a barrel and are willing to update it for the holiday season, contact me. We’re really looking for decorations that can go through the winter months, so not just Thanksgiving or Christmas but a winter theme, and would like them done by the Christmas parade which is Friday, Nov 24. Contact me if you have any questions.
Come to Meet and Greet the town of Walton Republican candidates at Packin’ Heat Thursday, Oct. 19 from 5-7 p.m. This is sponsored as a fundraiser for the Walton Republican Committee. Town of Walton Supervisor Joe Cetta, Clerk Ronda Williams, and Board members Len Govern and I, Patty Wood will be there to visit with you and hear what you think should be done in Walton. Stop in if you have a chance - we’d love to talk to you.
The second annual Trunk or Treat at the DelCo Fairgrounds will take place Saturday, Oct. 21 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The Black Pearl Chalkboard Bus will also be on site. Contact Melissa Steinbrecher to participate by decorating a trunk. All are welcome to come trick or treating and see the great trunks.
The next week, the Trout Creek Trunk or Treat event will be Saturday, Oct. 28 at the Trout Creek Town Hall parking lot. New this year - a haunted house (but not too spooky for the littles) at the Schoolhouse in Trout Creek, just a short walk from the town hall where the Trunk or Treat takes place. Both will take place from 4 - 6 p.m. Sponsored by the Trout Creek Committee, all are welcome to come decorate a trunk. If you do, arrive by 3:30 for set up.
High school students interested in considering a career in healthcare can attend MASH Camp Oct. 24 or 25 at UHS DVH. There will be hands-on opportunities in various departments, including ER, Imaging, PT, Lab, Ambulatory and more. This event will allow participants to speak to staff members in these fields, learn about opportunities for employment and salary expectations, and educational requirements. Call DVH at 607-865-2171 or talk to your child’s guidance counselor to sign up. The camp is one day only, and free.
At the Pines Brook Baptist Church Friday, Oct. 13 at 7 p.m., hear Jim and Cathy McLachlan and Mark and Cindy Astor show pictures and talk about the trip they took to Israel and Jordan last fall. Some snacks including foods common to the region will be offered. Feel free to attend in and bring a snack to share.
The Fenimore Chamber Orchestra’s 12 piece Wind Ensemble, known for providing an extraordinary musical experience, opens Music on the Delaware’s 2023-2024 season Sunday, Oct. 15 at 2 p.m. The ensemble will performs works by Enescu, Mozart and Saint-Saens. For more information visit fenimoreco.org Tickets can be purchased on the Music on the Delaware website for this in-person and livestreamed concert at www.musiconthedelaware.org
Packin Heat, West Street, will host a cornhole tournament Saturday, Oct. 21, 1-9 p.m., as a benefit for the Miss Rodeo New York Scholarship Foundation. The foundation promotes the sport of rodeo and the contributions of New York agriculture in our lives. There will be 50/50 and basket raffles, a live DJ, and $10 all you can eat tacos. Team registration is $20; pre-register by contacting Misty Spratley at 607-353-9943 - Venmo and PayPal accepted. Day of event, registration is $30 per team.
The New Hope Community Church, Stockton Ave, will hosting a Sisters United Fall Conference Saturday, Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s theme is “Better Together in Truth.” The guest speaker is Katie Martin, a teacher and mother. She recently started a house church with her husband in Roscoe. She is passionate about sharing the truth of Jesus. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and includes a time of fellowship with coffee and snacks. The program will begins at 9 with worship and songs. Lunch will be served at the Harby Center onsite, and then the program will continue with some testimonies and some giveaways. All woman are welcome to attend so bring your mom, your sister, your best friend. Conference attendance is limited to 150 woman, and payment of $15 must be received by Oct. 15. Call Ruth Murphy at 607-865-6798 or Erica Charles at 607-865-5629. There is no child care available for this conference, but the church is handicap accessible.
The First Congregational Church, UCC in Walton will host free turkey dinner on Thanksgiving Eve, Wednesday, November 22. As in the past, it will be a drive-through / pick up dinner only between 3 – 5 p.m. The menu will be turkey casserole, green beans, cranberry sauce and apple crisp for dessert. Reservations will be required beginning Monday, Oct. 16, by calling the church at 607–865–4066. No reservations will be taken before that date and reservations are limited to four meals per order.
Then, the in-person community Thanksgiving dinner will be held Thursday, Nov. 23 - Thanksgiving Day - from 11:30-2 p.m. at the Walton Fire Hall. Plans are well underway with the committee and the fire hall will be decorated so that those attending can enjoy a time of thanksgiving, fellowship, and community while partaking of traditional fixings for a full Thanksgiving dinner. The dinner is for everyone in our community. There are no income guidelines, and no restrictions. Just come if you want some company and good food.
