The Ticonderoga Historical Society will present a free program entitled “The Other Milhollands” on Friday, July 17 at 7 p.m. at the Hancock House, 6 Moses Circle, Ticonderoga, NY. “Most of us are quite familiar with the life of Inez Milholland. There are documentaries, … [Read more...] about August 17 Program Examines Lives of “The Other Milhollands”
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.
James Graves Bike Accident and Recovery
Thanks to the extremely generous support of this amazing community, in the form of so many well wishes, prayers, bowls of the most incredible chicken soup, and countless other gestures, I'm making what feels like a miraculous recovery from perhaps the scariest accident of my … [Read more...] about James Graves Bike Accident and Recovery
Patakis Chat with Their Neighbors at Essex Library (THE SUN)
At a benefit for the Belden Noble Memorial Library, the Pataki family, which owns a working farm just south of town, participated in a “Getting to Know Your Neighbors” series last week, and nary a question from the audience involved the fireworks currently consuming the nation’s … [Read more...] about Patakis Chat with Their Neighbors at Essex Library (THE SUN)
The Patakis: Getting to Know Your Neighbors Series Continues at the Library
Our series, Getting to Know Your Neighbors, continues on Thursday, July 19, at 7:00 p.m. with Libby and George Pataki. Libby grew up on a farm in France; George grew up on a farm in the Hudson Valley. George's political career began when he was elected Mayor of Peekskill and led … [Read more...] about The Patakis: Getting to Know Your Neighbors Series Continues at the Library
Getting to Know Your Neighbors: Mary-Nell Bockman and Andy Buchanan
The Belden Noble Memorial Library's new series, Getting to Know Your Neighbors, begins on Thursday, May 3, at 7:00 p.m. with Mary-Nell Bockman and Andy Buchanan. Mary-Nell and Andy plan to interview each other to share their story. The interviews will be followed by … [Read more...] about Getting to Know Your Neighbors: Mary-Nell Bockman and Andy Buchanan