Hello October! Bring on all the Halloween and fall festivities! We are looking forward to participating in all the local community events and can’t wait to see all the costumes. There really is nothing better than fall in the Sullivan Catskills.  

It is with deep sympathy to the family of Ruth Daly of Cochecton to announce the passing of her daughter-in-law Beverly Daily (Myrtle Beach, SC). She was the wife of Robert Daily.

There will be a penny social at the Lake Huntington Presbyterian Church on Saturday, October 21. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and calling starts at 12:30 p.m. Hot dogs, sauerkraut, beverages and potato chips will be available for purchase. Cake and coffee will be served after the calling. It’s sponsored by the Lake Huntington Ladies Aid Society.

The Cochecton Youth Group is looking for volunteers in our community who would like to decorate a trunk and hand out treats during our fall event on October 28 at 10 a.m. 

This event is open to children who live in the Town of Cochecton and who have pre-registered only; however, you do not need to have children participating to hand out goodies! 

If you are interested in helping to make our event successful and would love to see our youth dressed up in their Halloween costumes, call Heather Neidert at 845/796-6976. 

Fall event for Cochecton youth

Join us on Saturday, October 28 at 10 a.m. for a fun day of trick or treating and other activities for Cochecton youth. This event is for Cochecton youth only and all Cochecton youth must be signed up in advance to participate.

Sign-ups for this event will be on Tuesday, October 3 from 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the lower level of the town hall. If you cannot make sign-ups, please call Michelle at 570/419-8801 by 7 p.m. on October 2. It’s funded by the County of Sullivan and the New York State Office and Family Services through the Sullivan County Youth Bureau.

Trip to Medieval times

Here ye hear ye, the Cochecton Youth will be traveling to the Castle of Lyndhurst on Saturday, November 4 at 2 p.m. We will enjoy a four-course meal for royalty that includes roasted chicken, garlic bread and sweet buttered corn (vegetarian options are available upon request). While we dine, we will be entertained by knights, squires, horses and falcons.

The castle is located at 149 Polito Ave. in Lyndhurst, NJ. 

The show lasts about two hours.

The cost for parents/guardians is $56.13. This includes tax and tip. Please bring exact cash only to sign-ups.

Sign-ups for this event will be on Tuesday, October 3 from 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the lower level of the Cochecton Town Hall. If you cannot make sign-ups, contact April at 845/701-2530 by 7 p.m. on October 2. Sign-ups for this event will close at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 3.

The project is funded by the County of Sullivan and the New York State Office and Family Services through the Sullivan County Youth Bureau. Call April with any questions at 845/701-2530.

The Town of Cochecton Highway Department Is receiving applications for HMEO. Applicants must have a valid class B license, experience with heavy equipment, light mechanical skills and experience with snow plowing. Inquire at 10 Mitchell Pond East, Cochecton, NY or phone 845/932-8737.

Other upcoming local events and announcements:

The Catskill Claws is a youth mountain bike team, and they are looking for new members, boys and girls grades six through 12. Pre-season activities begin on Saturday, October 21. Email team@ccmtb.org or visit www.ccmtb.org.

 If you have a local business that you would like to have spotlighted in an upcoming column, get in touch. Email jenn@jennpowelldesigns.com with any news, events and happenings.