Back to the Garden 1969 Kicks Off 13th Season Back to the Garden 1969 will bring “The Woodstock Experience” to Lakeside Park on July 14. This summer marks the 13th year of Pawling’s free concerts by the lake. This year, Music By The Lake organizers are pleased to announce the return of Back to the Garden 1969 to kick off their new season. A favorite of Pawling concertgoers, the band will bring “The Woodstock Experience” to Lakeside Park on Saturday, July 14. Back to the Garde

Soldiers: A statue pays tribute to soldiers who fought in the Battle of the Bulge in World War II. Hall of Honor: The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor in New Windsor pays tribute to soldiers who were injured or killed in service to our nation. Tucked in a corner a little over 12 miles away from the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor commemorates those who have been awarded the military decoration known as the Purple Heart. The dist

MMA1 and 2: Over 60 students train for mixed martial arts at the World Gym in Pawling. Photo Credit: PHOTO BY TOM WALOGORSKY Anyone familiar with the world of mixed martial arts (MMA) knows the intense levels of training, discipline, and competitive spirit that fighters must possess. Stepping into the cage, known as the octagon, requires a certain breed of athlete. A number of such competitors can be found in Pawling, training at the World Gym on Route 22 under the tutelage o

What do you like about being in the health and beauty field? If you were to ask me thirty years ago, where do you see yourself? I never would have said, “still owning a salon in Pawling, NY.” Here I am – going stronger than ever. Being in the beauty business is a challenging, ongoing quest for the perfect skin care, hair care, or body treatment that will slow the aging process. The rewards are in the beautiful guests we see every day at Aneu. Coming month after month, trustin

Believe it or not, there are times when the keyboard is easier and faster than your mouse. For example, when you want to copy some highlighted text on your computer, with a mouse you need to open a menu with the mouse and then choose “Copy” from the menu list. The faster, easier way is to simply press “Ctrl-C”. Same result – and no extra clicking and selecting. Just highlight the text and Ctrl-C. All done. (On a Mac, the key to use is “Command-C” [⌘-C] for the same results!)

New and Exciting Activities and Events to Encourage Community Participation Although summer has just begun, the Cultural Arts Coalition is busy planning the Brewster Fall Festival (formerly known as Brewster Founders Day). This annual event will be held on September 9, 2018, on Main Street in Brewster. Registration for booths at the event is live at BrewsterFallFestival.com online. “The event will focus on our community and the wonderful organizations, businesses and people w

On April 17, 2017, an article appeared in The New York Times entitled The First Televised War by Ron Steinman. In this piece, Steinman wrote of his experiences covering the Vietnam War from Saigon as NBC News bureau chief. A few months following this publication, we met Ron Steinman when he kindly donated many books from his private collection to our library. He was asked if he might care to do a presentation for us. He agreed and a date was set for late spring of 2018. His c

THE CURIOUS GARDENER Making your own cement trough is the perfect recipe for outdoor summer fun if you’re a gardener. Hypertufa cement containers can be made in all shapes and sizes, and when yours is completed, you can plant it with a variety of jewel-like succulent plants, readily available in the Pawling area. What is hypertufa? Hypertufa is a man-made rock composed of various aggregates bonded together using Portland cement. It’s a substitute for natural tufa, which is a

Every two months I meet with a group of friends who like to cook. We have what’s called a “cookbook club.” The host selects a cookbook, we pick a time, and every one shows up with a dish or two they’ve made from said cookbook. Last month we prepared recipes from The Brazilian Kitchen: 100 Classic and Creative Recipes by Leticia Moreinos. This particular meeting was hosted by a native Brazilian, so the pressure was on! I chose to make a dessert called Cocada de Forno (Baked Co

Last week in yoga class I heard a lovely term for the first time: Forest Bathing. Exploring further, I find Shinrin-yoku (森林浴) literally means “forest bathing,” and it originated in Japan in the early 1980s. There are more than sixty Forest Therapy Camps nowadays in Japan alone. The idea of bathing in the forest brings to mind the unseen – but very much felt – experience of nourishment, calm, and connection that touches deep in our soul when we give ourselves the time and ple

We live in an age of abundance and infinite choice. But this wealth of opportunity can be deceiving – even bad for your health. When it comes to a balanced life, do you ever wonder if we have “more medicine” but “less wellness”? Do you, in your own wellness experience, feel you have more questions than answers regarding your health and balance? If so, you are not alone. Very few have a satisfactory relationship with a healthcare team that clarifies, listens, communicates effe

Nutrition Advice from Your Pawling Hannaford Dietitian A barbecue is all about perfectly prepared meals right off the grill and an al fresco setting that screams warm weather. Of course, no summer meal is complete without sensational sides. Since sides can sometimes become repetitive or let’s just say less than healthy, we need ideas and tips that keep our plate balanced. Hold the Cream Traditional barbecue sides are all about mayonnaise and cream. Pass on these sides and use

Part I – The Foundations of Unrest When did the American Revolution really begin? Was it April 19, 1775, in Lexington, Massachusetts? Or perhaps it began a decade earlier, much closer to home. Few know of the “Anti-Rent Rebellion of 1765” which was fought here in Pawling, lasting over six months and reaching all the way to Manhattan. Here is the story of that rebellion and the woman who became known as “The Heroine of Quaker Hill.” The Dutch established the colony of “New Net

Kids can beat the heat this summer and improve their reading skills at the Pawling Library. Summer programming at the Pawling Library is going to rock for community kids. The library has a full slate of exciting programs planned to help children and their families practice their literacy skills, learn about science, sing songs, and have fun! Children’s Program Coordinator Neena McBaer has indicated that there are still a few openings available in several programs. Ms. Neena w

Downey: Joe Downey (right) with mechanics Jay Walsh (left) and Harry Giglio (center). A Pawling business owner recently went above and beyond the definition of generosity when donating to the local resource center. In April, Joe Downey, owner of Downey Auto Repair, posted a unique proposal on the firm’s Facebook page. He shared a picture of a 2005 Jeep Liberty for sale and offered to donate $1,000 to the Pawling Resource Center if the vehicle was sold that weekend. Days later