Dana Taylor to be honored at NAACP’s Freedom Fund Dinner

The Sullivan County NAACP will honor Monticello Central School District’s Executive Director of Special, Summer and After-School programs during its annual Freedom Fund Dinner. The Freedom Fund Dinner Awards celebrate community members who have made significant contributions to the lives of people of color. Ms. Taylor is a daughter, mother, wife, educator and life-long resident …

First-grade students get hands-on lesson in chemical reactions

Miss Humbert and her first graders discussed the differences between different chemical reactions and what happens when milk reacts with detergent. They started by using the scientific method, and made predictions about what they thought would happen. Miss Humbert explained that milk is made up of minerals, proteins, and fats so when the dish soap …

Bethel Woods at Home helps community tap into creativity

Designed to combat the impact turmoil can have on the physical and mental well-being of individuals, Bethel Woods Center for the Arts invites guests of all ages to connect and practice self-care through their Art of Wellness program. From Creative Arts Therapy workshops and exercise activities on the historic site, to virtual creativity classes, there …

EPIC to host virtual Parent Cafes

Monticello Central School District’s Every Person Influences Children (EPIC) program will host a series of virtual parent cafes, on the following topics:  Self Care – Thursday, Jan. 7, 7 p.m. (Win a self care basket) Getting Organized – Thursday, Jan. 14, 7 p.m. (Win an organization-themed basket) Both workshops are free, but registration is required. …

EPIC Wellness Workshop will be held on Jan. 28

Monticello’s Every Person Influences Children (EPIC) program will hold a free, virtual wellness workshop on Thursday, Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. via Zoom led by Jane Sorensen of EPIC and Elisa Mendels, SEW Facilitator at the George L. Cooke Elementary School.  The workshop will focus on:  Mindfulness, breathing & calming exercises Stretches to relieve stress …

Free farm stand and food distribution schedule for 2021

The free farm stand and food distribution schedule for 2021 is available online. This initiative, headed by Community Action and supported by numerous agencies, such as Cornell Cooperative Sullivan County, Action Towards Independence and SNAP-ED, provides free food to local residents. The events are held at least twice per month, according to the 2021 schedule. …