June 26 – The weather was beautiful for our movie night last Friday at The Backyard Park! JEMS wants to thank the  talented acrobatic, tappers, and  hip-hop dancers from the “Rhythm & Grace Performing Studio” for a wonderful exhibition that was enjoyed by all. Save the following  dates:  Free Outdoor movie “Frozen” on Friday, July 18th with Butch and his Petting Zoo before the movie!  Also, on Saturday, July 12 the “Poison Love Band” will be on stage at The Backyard Park with gates opening at 6:30pm and the music starting at 7:30pm. Adults are $5 and kids 12 and under are free. Then Saturday, July 26 enjoy 2 talented performers with BJ Hendrickson then the BonesKrew at The Backyard Park with gates opening at 6:30pm and the music starting at 7:30pm. Adults are $5 and kids 12 and under are free. Bring your family and friends and have a great night out at all of these events! Refreshments will be available to purchase (including delicious hotdogs & fresh popped popcorn). For more information contact me!

The Friends of the Western Sullivan Public Library is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the library in promoting literacy and life learning skills.  Their  purpose is to inspire and encourage our communities to provide resources that will support and enhance the work of the Western Sullivan Public Library. The Friends hold book sales and other fundraisers to support projects at the three branches of the library. Stop in and complete a form at  any of the branches of the Western Sullivan Public Library located in Jeffersonville, Callicoon and Narrowsburg, to become a member of this community minded group!

The Catskill Animal Rescue’s 5th Annual Yard Sale is scheduled for July 25, 26 and 27 with donations accepted until July 20. Furniture can only be accepted July 23 and July 24. Please no clothes, books, or videos/DVDs. They are at 263 Old Monticello Rd, Ferndale. Please contact 845-747-9450 with any questions. Please consider helping them, they help so many animals in so many ways.

Congratulations to Jeffersonville Fire Department firefighter Camille O’Brien for winning the Hershey Park qualifier for the Nathans Famous 4th of July Hotdog Eating contest! She is going to Coney Island next! I love hotdogs but cannot imagine eating that many.

The Youngsville Fire Department is holding their Golf Tournament Sunday, August 17 at the Villa Roma (located at 557 County Rd. 164, Callicoon). Registration at 11am with a start time at noon – cost $100 per person. Loads of prizes, a 50/50 and guaranteed fun for everyone! Come out and support your volunteers! For more information and to register contact Luke Ellison at 845-807-7687.

Please be careful and hydrate with our high temperatures! Be aware of your pets too. If it is too hot for you outside, it is too hot for them too.