I am glad to report that my husband is doing much better, and he is in the V.A. hospital. He was having trouble with his oxygen levels, but we got that taken care of and he should be home soon.

Fr. Bill is still in Holy Name Friary; he’s had three strokes and a heart attack, but he is holding his own and is still looking to come back to us. They both would like to thank you for your prayers. And you can keep them coming; there’s no such thing as too many prayers.

The Lake Huntington Red Hatters had a great time at Angelina’s on the Hill for their Halloween party. The food was great, and it was nice to see all the ladies and their husbands out in their costumes. I’ve been told that Bob DeMan was a knockout with his long hippy hair. A big thanks to Mike for hosting the party. In the future, for any parties we have, you will have to pay up front, so the right amount of food is cooked. The Red Hatters Christmas party will be on Sunday, December 13 at 4 p.m. at Angelina’s. If you are interested, please call Queen Mom Dolores at 845/932-5077.

The Women’s Community Club of Cochecton is having its Christmas party a month early due to its experience with bad weather in December last year. It will be on Tuesday, November 11 at 6 p.m. at the new town hall, lower parking lot. All women of Cochecton are welcome. Bring a covered dish and a $5 grab-bag gift.

On Saturday, November 15 at 5:30 p.m., the Knights of Columbus will host its turkey and ham Bingo evening at Holy Cross Church on Route 97 in Callicoon. Admission costs $4, cards $1. There will be hot dogs and hot chicken soup for purchase. Please come out and have some fun, The Knights donate money to the local food pantries and outreach programs for local families for the holiday season. If you have any questions, please call Grand Knight Teddy Laffin at 845/252-3630.

On Saturday, November 8, the Marine Corps Ball will be held at The Club at Villa Roma. There will be a cash bar, dinner at 7 p.m. and music for dancing. The public is welcome. The cost is $35 per person. Call Bob Deman at 845/252-7208 or John Cirelli at 845/252-3235 for tickets or information.

I would like to wish Charlie and Bev Coots a very happy and healthy 50th anniversary. That’s a long time. Best of luck, and keep the love flowing.

Have a great week and e-mail leeniebeans@citlink.net or call 845/252-3568 if you have news.