Town of Bethel June Newsletter

 

 

Fun in the Sun, at the Beach, at the Parks, and at the Pool! This month I will be exposing all the beautiful places to see in our Town and surrounding area.  Enjoy your summer and have a picnic at one our Town Parks.

 

Flag Day - June 14th Fly your flag proudly!

 

Schedule of Town Meetings

 

Town Board June 3^rd, 10^th and 24^th 7:30 p.m. at Senior Center

June 10^th (7-7:30 p.m.) County Landfill Presentation, County Manager and Legislator, David Sager

Planning Board         June 9^th 7:30 p.m.  at Senior Center

Zoning Board             June 15^th 7:30 p.m. at Justice Court

Youth Board               June 16^th 7 p.m. at Justice Court

 

Think Green – Reduce, Recycle and Reuse

 

It’s not easy being green – Kermit the Frog

 

If Kermit only knew what that saying would mean today.  Recycling does take an effort.  It also saves space in our landfills; it keeps our streets cleaner it also saves consumers and taxpayers money.

To those of you who have been keeping your streets clean, then a BIG THANK YOU! 

 

Recycling one ton of cardboard saves over nine cubic yards of landfill space.

Recycling aluminum saves 95% energy vs. virgin aluminum

Recycling aluminum reduces pollution by 95%

Recycled glass saves 50% energy

Recycled glass generates 20% less air pollution and 50% water pollution

Glass can be used an infinite number of times

If we recycled every plastic bottle we used we would keep 2 billion tons of plastic out of landfills

Over a ton of resources is saved for every ton of glass recycled

Using 50% recycled glass cuts the waste by 75%

Recycling one glass bottle saves enough energy to light a 100-watt bulb for four hours. 

 

Town of Bethel Bicentennial Fair and Parade

Saturday, July 11^th

Parade step-off at 11:00 a.m. at Town Hall along Route 55 East to the Kauneonga Lake Firemen’s Pavilion.  Bergen County Pipe Band, Museum at Bethel Woods, fire companies, floats and more!

Fair immediately following until 7 p.m.  Two bounce houses, 30 foot slide, live music, food, old fashioned field games, raffles, community information tables, Butterfly Botanicals tent sponsored by S.C. Alzheimer’s Assoc., face painting, balloon puppetry, airbrush tattoos, sand art, bird and bat house building, and Turkey laser shoot, dunking booth (come get your favorite politician wet!).  Free shuttle parking at Route 17B and Route 55 East (old El Monaco’s lot).  Shuttle van will take marchers to their parade step-off point, festival-goers to the fair, to downtown eateries, and the Town museum.  The van will run back and forth all day long.  For more information 583-4350 ext. 11 or 14. 

 

 

Town of Bethel Museum

The Town of Bethel Museum is officially open! Dedicated to the Town’s history during our Bicentennial year.  Located at 3552 Route 55, Kauneonga Lake.  Operated by community volunteers.  Open June through September; Fridays 2 – 8 p.m., Saturday and Sundays 2 – 5 p.m.  Otherwise if you see the sign board out, we are open and stop on in.  For more information call Museum Director, Bill Burns at 292-9241.

 

The New York State Dept. of Env. Cons. has updated their website. 

Here are two useful links on young wildlife and black bears:

 

If You Care, Leave It There – DEC Website on young wildlife
http://www.dec.ny.gov/press/54792.html

Tips to Help Prevent Encounters with Black Bears
http://www.dec.ny.gov/press/54987.html

 

Boating Safety Course

Saturday, June 13^th at the Bethel Justice Court, 3586 Route 55, Kauneonga Lake, NY 12749.  Register by calling 518-794-6170.  8 a.m. until approximately 4 p.m.  $25.00 Fee for materials.  Walter Brightleee, Certified NY State Instructor.  Books and certificates supplied.  Must 10 years old or older.  Limited to 35.  For more information www.nysparks.com

 

Bethelites Meeting

June 18^th 6:30 covered dish at Senior Center.  This is the last meeting of the year and they will be finalizing plans for the Bicentennial Fair and Parade.

 

Waterfront Life Guarding Class

Bethel Parks and Recreation will be offering a Waterfront Life Guarding Class in June.  The course included American Red Cross Certifications in Waterfront Life Guarding (good for pool and lake life guard jobs), CPR and First Aid.  The majority of the course will be held at the Town of Bethel Park/Pool.  The course dates are Friday, June 5th from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, Saturday, June 6th from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Sunday, June 7th from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Friday, June 12th from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Saturday, June 13th from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Sunday, June 14th from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.  Participants must attend all dates listed.  A pre-test will be given on the first evening.  The cost of the course is $250 for Town of Bethel residents and $275.00 for non-residents.  A non-refundable deposit of $50.00 is required at registration.  For more information, please contact Cathy at 583-8224. 

 

All the programs listed below will have registration days on Saturday, June 6th from 10 AM until Noon at the Town of Bethel Park and during Family Fun Day at the Park on June 20^th from 11 AM – 1 PM:

 

Lake Compounce trip is still being put together.  Prices are to be determined.  Coach bus trip is on August 6^th.  Tentative prices are $40 for adults and $20 for youth. More info. at Family Fun Day at the Pool on June 20th

 

Morning Summer Program

6 weeks, Monday-Friday during the hours of 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.  Begins Monday, July 6th and ends Friday, August 14th.  The activities include Arts & Crafts, Playground, Field games and Sports, Reading and Dramatics, American Red Cross Swim Instruction, Special trips and Theme Days.  The program is held at the Town of Bethel Park on Old White Lake Turnpike off Route 55.  This program is for children who will be attending Kindergarten in the fall of '09 and have completed a Pre-Kindergarten program (proof required) through the age of 12.  Youth age13 may apply to be a volunteer Counselor In Training by completing a job application.  Cost is $40  per child for Town of Bethel Residents and $60 per child for non-residents.

 

All Day Summer Program

7 weeks, Monday-Friday during the hours of 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.  Activities are inclusive of the morning program as well as free swim times and additional activities.  It is also open to the same age group as the Morning Summer Program.  An afternoon snack is provided; parents must provide lunch for the child and transportation.  Cost is $600 for the first child, $450 for the second child in the family.  The program is held at the Town of Bethel Park.

 

 

Town of Bethel Preschool Evening Swim Program

 

Dates:  Monday and Wednesday evenings during July – begins July 6^th

    7/6, 7/8, 7/13, 7/15, 7/20. 7/22.  Rain dates:  7/27 and/or 7/29

Time:  6:00 to 6:30 PM  Cost:   $30.00 per child for 6 sessions 

 

Children are to be prepared to go in the pool each session.  The swim instruction includes water adjustment activities, safety skills and American Red Cross Level 1 Learn to Swim skills.  Many young children are not developmentally ready to become “swimmers” although some children are.  This course is designed to build on the comfort level your child has in the water.  

 

Instructor:  Cathy McFadden  583-8224           Bethel Pool #:  292-2843

 

Please note:  During this program, the pool is closed to the public.  Parents may join their child in the class or watch from the pool edge. 

 

Infant, Toddler & Preschool Aquatics Program (IPAP)

 

This is a water adjustment program designed by the American Red Cross.  It requires both the parent and the child to be in the water together.  The proper holding techniques and beginning swim skills will be taught.  Please come prepared to go in the water with your child.

 

3        Half-hour sessions will be held on Saturday mornings as follows:  July 18^th, July 25^th, August 1st

 

Children ages 2 to 5 years:   10:00 AM to 10:30 AM  
Children ages 6 months to 2 years:  10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

   Cost:  $15 per child   Instructor:  TBA

 

Bethel Town Pool:  292-2843

 

Bethel Youth T-ball and Softball Recreational Program

When:  Wednesday evenings for 6 sessions (weather permitting)

            Starts July 8^th – 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12

Time:  6:30 PM to 7:30 PM   Where:  Town of Bethel Park

Cost:   NO CHARGE FOR BETHEL RESIDENTS

Ages:  T-Ball is for youth ages 4 to 7   Softball is for youth ages 8 to 12

Parents are asked to remain on the grounds during the program.  The program is for recreational purposes only.  It is not competitive.  Program supervision is provided by teenagers with an adult overseeing the program.

 

Bethel Youth Basketball Program

When:  Monday evenings for 6 sessions (weather permitting)

            Starts July 6^th – 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3, 8/10

Time:  6:30 PM to 7:30 PM  Where:  Town of Bethel Park

Cost:  NO CHARGE FOR BETHEL RESIDENTS
Ages:  Youth ages 7 to 10

Parents are asked to remain on grounds during program.  The program is for recreational purposes only.  It is not competitive.

 

Town of Bethel TAE KWON DO Program

Session 2

When:  Tuesday evenings for 4 sessions

            Starts June 2^nd, - 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, 6/23

Time:  6-7 PM Child (age 4 to 10) and Parent Class

                        7-8 PM Teen (age 11 and up) and Adult Class

Where:  Duggan School Gym  Cost:  $20 per person payable at 1^st class

Session 3

When:  Tuesday evenings for 8 sessions

            Starts July 7^th – 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4, 8/11, 8/18, 8/25

Time:  6:00 to 7:00 PM – Parent and Child Class (age 4 to 10)

                        7:00 to 8:00 PM – Teen (age 11 an up) and Adult

Where:  TBA  Cost:  $40 per person.  Payable at first class

 

Instructor:  Mike McCauley, certified instructor, 2^nd degree black belt

 

Bethel Family Fun Day
Saturday, June 20^th 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Town of Bethel Pool and Park

See attached flyer for details of the days events.  Pick up your Bicentennial Crossword Puzzle.  Bring your completed and correct puzzle to the Bethel Bicentennial Tent at the Fair and receive a prize!

 

Smallwood 5K

Sunday, July 5^th, 2009  

Walkers @ 8:30, Runners @ 9:00am

Free post race refreshments, awards and T- Shirts. Overall Male and Female awards for runners & walkers.

1^st, 2^nd & 3^rd place for runners in each age group. There will be an age group for men and women.

The categories will be:

12yrs and under                 20yrs-29yrs              40yrs-49yrs              60yrs-69yrs

13yrs-19yrs                          30yrs-39yrs              50yrs-59yrs              70yrs & over

Entry Fee- $18 to pre-register by June 28^th

                  $20 to register day of the race

Pre-registration must be postmarked by June 28^th, 2009, please make checks out to:

SMVFD, c/o Matt Burns

89 Crumley Van Vactor Rd.

Ferndale, NY 12734

 

Old Country Auction

 

At the Country Kitchen on Airport Road every Thursday at 6 p.m.  Indoors, no admission fee.   To view weekly item log onto www.auctionzip.com and enter Mongaup Valley zip code 12762.  Items can be donated to go towards the Smallwood-Mongaup Valley Fire Dept. building fund.  Make sure to mention lot #30 for the fire co. to receive the money raised.  For more information call 583-6366.

 

Bethel Farmer’s Market

 

3^rd Annual Bethel Farmer’s Market at the Kauneonga Lake Firemen’s Pavilion, Route 55 East, behind Justice Court.  Starting Fridays, July 10^th  through August 28^th from 3 – 6 p.m.  Fresh Local Produce, breads, live plants, baked goods, jewelry.  For more information call 985-2425. 

 

Fireworks – Kauneonga Lake

Saturday, July 4^th  at dusk – Kauneonga Community Park over looking White Lake.  Sponsored by Town of Bethel.  Thank you to the volunteer Pyrotechnics, Lynden Lilley and Cornelius Alexy, for their expertise and time.

 

Smallwood Mongaup Valley F.D. Open House

Annual Open House at the Fireman's Field, Sunday, July 5^th Starting at 1:00 p.m.  Free hot dogs, beer and soda.  Raffles, 50/50.

The Club at Smallwood

Join the Club at Smallwood (next door to Friend’s Restaurant) - "The best hidden secret in Sullivan County".  As a member you will be able to enjoy the benefits of a supervised heated pool, horseshoes, Bocci Balls, ping-pong, paddleball, volleyball, and basketball, pool parties and bingo.  Saturday night dances followed by coffee and dessert.  Movies twice a week and social card playing.  Open to Sullivan County homeowners.   Contact Janie 583-0595 or Honey 583-7230 for event info. and membership.

Literacy Volunteers of Sullivan County

It takes just a two hour a week commitment to change a life - TUTORS NEEDED:  Training will include BASIC ENGLISH and ESOL.  For more information, call the Literacy Volunteer office, (845) 794-0017.

 

County Bicentennial Events

Log onto www.scva.net and click on the County Bicentennial Logo.

Free Fishing Days
Free Fishing Days in New York State sponsored by NYS Dept. of Env. Cons.  June 27^th  and 28^th.  No license required for residents or non-residents to fish public waters.  All other regulations apply.

 

Forestburgh Playhouse

Theater all summer, call 794-1194 or visit them on the web at www.fbplayhouse.com

 

  Parks In Bethel

 

Lake Superior Park - Lifeguards on duty, snack bar, showers and bathrooms.  Electric motor boats only.  Paddle boat and row boat rentals available, operated by Sullivan County DPW, part of the Palisades Interstate Park System.  Fishing, swimming, picnic areas, play area, pavilions may be rented.  Snack bar open daily.  Open from Memorial Day weekend - Labor Day for swimming.  Located on Dr. Duggan Road in Bethel. Fees:  County residents seasonal $10.00/Non-Residents $20.00. Daily passes:  County residents $2.00/non-residents $3.00.  Passes are available at the gate.  Bring proof of residency.  For more information call (845) 794-3000 ext. 5002.

 

Town of Bethel Pool and Park - located off Route 55 East on Old White Lake Turnpike.  Owned and operated by the Town of Bethel.  Bathrooms, new pavilion, snack bar, Certified Lifeguards.  Passes are available at the Pool.  New Picnic tables, basketball court, bring your own grill.  New Playground.  Closes at dusk. 

 

The Arthur N. Smallwood and Ruth Smallwood Park - nestled in the woods on Mountain Lakes Road in Smallwood.  Visit the tomb of Mr. and Mrs. Smallwood, founders of the Hamlet.  Walk along the stream and visit the legendary "Minne Falls". 

 

Mongaup River Fishing Access - Plank Road (off Route 17B), Mongaup Valley - this is an unimproved fishing access area.  No facilities.

 

White Lake State Boat Launch - located on Route 55 East in Kauneonga Lake.  Access beautiful White Lake to fish, swim or motorboat.  Parking area and portable restrooms.  Community Park with gazebo. 

 

        Outside of Bethel:  (These are some of my favorites)

 

Mongaup Pond - located off the Livingston Manor exit in Debruce, follow signs. This is a great place to camp locally or to take a day trip.  At the entrance of the State park is a small fish hatchery open to the public, bring your bikes or roller blades to use on the newly paved path around the lake, rent paddle boats or row boats.  Picnic area, showers and bathrooms available.  Pond # (845) 256-3083/Hatchery # (845) 439-4328

 

Stone Arch Bridge - located at Routes 52 & 52A between Jeffersonville and Callicoon.  Stream, pathways and a new playground, picnic tables.  Trees are labeled for identification.  Quiz yourself for fun! 

 

Delaware River - tube, raft or canoe down the Delaware.  Many public and private access points in Sullivan County along Route 97.  Eagle watch in the winter.  (845) 557-6162

 

 Here’s What’s Happening At Consumer and Financial Ed.

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Sullivan County

 

HeatSmart NY Classes are two hour workshops that provide energy and financial information to families faced with higher energy costs. These classes are free and open to the public. For further information and to register, call Linda at 292-5250. Here are June’s classes:

 

Exploring Credit/Debt Management Issues-June 18^th at 5:00-7:00pm  at CCE-This workshop provides information on selecting and using credit wisely, strategies for paying down debt, obtaining and receiving a credit report, and understanding a credit score. Participants will receive free credit management tools.

 

Save Energy, Save Dollars-June 25^th at 5:00-7:00pm at CCE -Learn about low-cost and no-cost ways to save energy and reduce your energy bills. Also learn about programs that can help you afford energy-efficiency improvements with subsides, low-interest loans or free services to qualifying households. There will be free energy-saving materials to be provided to all participants.

                                      

First Time Home Buyer’s Club Spring Workshops - This 6 class series is offered free to local area residents. It helps participants explore the home buying process and it offers an opportunity to qualify for a $7,500 grant that will apply to the purchase of your new home. For more information and to register call Sean Welsh at 292-5250 ext 127. The last 5 classes are on June 9^th, 16^th, 23^rd, 30^th and July 7^th at 6:00pm.

                                         

Family Budget Education Program- Having a hard time making ends meet? This program will help you take control of your finances. If the program suits your needs a trained budget volunteer will work with you on a one-to-one basis. This program is free and open to the public. Please call Sean Welsh at 292-5250 ext 127, for more information.                                                                                                                   

 

3^rd Annual Golf Classic Fundraiser – Cornell Cooperative Extension will be having their golf tournament on July 11^th at 11:00am. The rain date will be Sunday July 12^th. It will be held at the Swan Lake Golf and Country Club. For more information call 292-5250.

 

Bethel Website of the Month:  www.stacyandfriends.com

 

www.gasbuddy.com

High–Low Gasoline Prices posted by consumers

 

 

Have a Fun Summer!

From the Desk of Rita Sheehan

Bethel Town Clerk