Ann Marie Nonkin
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The Millbrook Library on Franklin Avenue.
Photo by Nathan Miller
MILLBROOK — Now in its 17th year, the popular Millbrook Library’s Holiday Silent Auction will open for bidding on Friday, Dec. 5 and continue until the closing reception on Saturday, Dec. 20.
A wine and cheese preview party in the library’s gallery will kick off the auction on Friday, Dec. 5, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.All are invited to see the display of items being auctioned, now numbering more than 120.
The Closing Bid party will be held on Saturday, Dec. 20, from 3:30 to 5 p.m., offering a final chance to bid on the items and enjoy more refreshments.
The now-traditional event is organized by the Friends of Millbrook Library. All proceeds will support the library’s special projects that are not included in the library’s operating budget.
Up for bid are items including a family membership and private tour of Innisfree Garden, personal training sessions and classes at Kyle’s Functional Fitness, 100 gallons of heating oil from Taylor, a weekend stay at Albanhaus Kennel for your pet, dinner for two at Stissing House, a variety of gift baskets, antiques, fashion accessories and a range of gift certificates from leading local merchants.
For more information about the Holiday Silent Auction or to see a complete list of auction items, go to millbrooklibrary.org/holiday-silent-auction/.
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Recognized as a Distinguished Rotarian for her 25 years of service was Mona Staaf Gunther, center, at a 7 over 70 awards event sponsored by the Poughkeepsie/Arlington Rotary Club held on Sunday, Nov. 16, at the DoubleTree Hotel in Poughkeepsie. Also attending were Stacey Langenthal, Millbrook Rotary board member, at left, and Lynn Grainger, Millbrook Rotary president.
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MILLBROOK — Personifying a commitment to “Service over Self,” Millbrook Rotarian Mona Staaf Gunther was honored as one of 7 over 70 Distinguished Rotarians for years of dedication and contribution. The awards event sponsored by the Poughkeepsie/Arlington Rotary Club was held at the DoubleTree Hotel in Poughkeepsie on Sunday, Nov. 16.
Gunther began service as a Rotarian in 2001 when she joined the Salisbury, Conn., Rotary Club. In 2018, she transferred membership and active service to the Millbrook Rotary, serving as President for three consecutive years.
Gunther has actively participated in the Rotary Club board, business directory, dictionary project, Fall Mingle, Coat Drive and Community Fridge. And she volunteered for road cleanups, Community Day and the Millbrook Farmers Market. At the District Rotary level, she serves on the Finance Committee.
Gunther’s firm commitment to the Millbrook community, tireless service, and belief in the Rotary Club mission to provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill and peace were qualities cited in selecting her for the honor.
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On the first day of Advent, Father Andrew O’Connor from Amenia appeared to bless the nativity scene displayed at the entrance of St. Patrick’s Church in Millerton. Residents are still awaiting permission from the Archdiocese of New York to reopen the church that was closed 10 years ago. The hay bales and nativity figures were installed by the Harney family.
The Millerton Village Offices on Route 22.
Photo by Aly Morrissey
MILLERTON — The Millerton Board of Trustees has formally recognized a new Tree Committee and is seeking one additional member to join the group.
The committee’s mission is “to help assure the maintenance and expansion of the Village of Millerton’s tree stock as well as the health and safety condition of trees in the community.” It will advise the Mayor and the Village Board on the preservation, protection and management of the village’s “urban forest” and will help coordinate activities related to public trees.
Trustees emphasized the committee will serve in an advisory role to the Village and has “no independent authority.”
Next steps include determining whether the group will remain a committee or become a formal commission. The board said the decision will largely depend on the types of grants the committee will be seeking. Mayor Jenn Najdek added that it will be addressed down the road through a local law, if necessary.
Deputy Mayor Matthew Hartzog, who will sit on the committee, also noted that it will prepare an annual resolution recognizing Arbor Day, held on the last Friday in April.
Any residents interested in joining the new Tree Committee should send a letter of intent to Village Clerk Lisa Cope at clerk@villageofmillerton-ny.gov.
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