The first event in the Belden Noble Memorial Library's second season of Get to Know Your Neighbors will feature Racey and Nathan Henderson on Thursday, May 2, at 7:00 p.m. Their talk will be followed by Q&A. This event is a fundraiser for the library with a suggested … [Read more...] about Get to Know Your Neighbors at the Library: Racey and Nathan Henderson
Essex People: Profiles of Essex, New York People
The following posts and profiles feature past and present Essex people including Essex, NY historic figures across two centuries. We hope that you enjoy reading about the individuals who shape the unique heritage of our community, and we welcome your recommendations for future profiles. If you would like to suggest (or submit) a profile to be featured on the Essex on Lake Champlain community blog please contact our People Editor, Olive Alexander. Thank you.
Library Announces Season 2 of “Get to Know Your Neighbors”
This year you will have six more opportunities get to know your neighbors at the library. Each presenter has made a mark in some profession or field of endeavor as an entrepreneur, artist, public servant or volunteer. Their presence among us has contributed to the quality of … [Read more...] about Library Announces Season 2 of “Get to Know Your Neighbors”
In Memory: Dr. Joshua Schwartzberg (March 21, 1946-January 10, 2019) [THE SUN]
Dr. Joshua Schia Schwartzberg (Doc Josh) was born after WWII in Munich, Germany on March 21, 1946. His parents, Ida and Kalman Schwartzberg (originally Szwarcberg), were both Auschwitz Holocaust survivors. His older brother Gerson, grandmother, and over 10 aunts and uncles were … [Read more...] about In Memory: Dr. Joshua Schwartzberg (March 21, 1946-January 10, 2019) [THE SUN]
Bill Johnston Named Westport’s 2018 Citizen of the Year
Complete with a farm-to-table dinner and two standing ovations, the Westport Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner Meeting was highlighted by the presentation of the 2018 Citizen of the Year award to former Essex County Planner, longtime community volunteer and Westport resident Bill … [Read more...] about Bill Johnston Named Westport’s 2018 Citizen of the Year
Depot Theatre Announces Appointment to New Producing Artistic Director Position
Depot Theatre Executive Director Kim Rielly is pleased to announce the appointment of Kenney M. Green as the new Producing Artistic Director, charged with defining and implementing the artistic vision and program goals of the organization. Green takes on an expanded artistic … [Read more...] about Depot Theatre Announces Appointment to New Producing Artistic Director Position