January Bulletin
Happy New Year! Here's some of what's happening in Walton this month:
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, January 3
Knit & Crochet Group @ 3:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Community members are gathering on the main floor of the library for yarn crafts and conversation. Bring the project you are working on and enjoy friendly conversation as you knit and crochet.”Village Board Meeting @ 6:00 PM
Board of Education Meeting @ 6:00 PM
Wednesday, January 4
Movie: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (PG) @ 1:00 PM (The Walton Theatre)
Feature film at the theatre
Thursday, January 5
Mahjong @ 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“This is for everyone who loves to play or wants to learn how. Bring a friend or come alone. All skill levels are welcome. Meet on our main floor.”
Friday, January 6
Storytime @ 10:30 AM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Join Amber on the lower level of the library for rhymes, songs, and stories sure to entertain your littles! Each meeting includes a simple craft”
Tuesday, January 10
Knit & Crochet Group @ 3:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Community members are gathering on the main floor of the library for yarn crafts and conversation. Bring the project you are working on and enjoy friendly conversation as you knit and crochet.”
Wednesday, January 11
Movie: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (PG) @ 1:00 PM (The Walton Theatre)
Feature film at the theatre
Thursday, January 12
Mahjong @ 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“This is for everyone who loves to play or wants to learn how. Bring a friend or come alone. All skill levels are welcome. Meet on our main floor.”Bead It! @ 6:30 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“An evening of jewelry making with a variety of beads of all shapes, sizes, and colors. Express yourself through creating your own piece of wearable art! All materials and tools to make necklaces, bracelets, or earrings will be provided. No experience necessary. Limited to 12 participants so sign up early. (for teens and up)”
Friday, January 13
Storytime @ 10:30 AM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Join Amber on the lower level of the library for rhymes, songs, and stories sure to entertain your littles! Each meeting includes a simple craft”Movie: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (PG) @ 7:00 PM (The Walton Theatre)
Feature film at the theatre
Saturday, January 14
Author Reading & Signing by Mel Steinbrecher @ 11:00 AM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Local children's author Melissa Steinbrecher will read her new book,
Becoming Sawyer.
After Sawyer takes a class assignment too literally on career day, he decides to follow the lead of his peers and chooses his dad's occupation. He runs into an issue when realizing concrete masonry really isn't his niche. The story takes a wonderful turn down a road of acceptance, family support and self-discovery (with a little wit along the way.)
Following the reading, there will be a book signing and the opportunity to purchase the book, along with light refreshments.”Spaghetti Dinner Benefiting Luke Munyon @ 4:00 PM (As You Wish Street Eats)
Benefit dinner for Luke Munyon who was severely injured in a motorcycle accident in NovemberMovie: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (PG) @ 7:00 PM (The Walton Theatre)
Feature film at the theatre
Sunday, January 15
Coffeehouse at the Theatre: Sara Milonovich & Greg Anderson @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (The Walton Theatre)
Music on the Delaware is excited to bring Sara Milonovich and Greg Anderson (of Daisycutter) to the Walton Theatre coffeehouse on January 15, 2023. The live concert will run from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and is free, with donations accepted. It will also be available for home viewers at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84455407805.
For more information, see www.musiconthedelaware.org.
Sara started playing fiddle professionally at a young age, first performing the music she heard in her home area, Upstate New York, then diverging to bluegrass, folk, rock, Celtic, and Americana. She has performed across the world, first with The McKrells, then with other well-known musicians including Pete Seeger and Eliza Gilkyson, and eventually with the band, Daisycutter. She recently appeared in the popular Broadway show, “Come From Away,” and was just named 2022 Americana Artist of the Year by the Capital District Thomas Edison Music Awards (“The Eddies”).
Milonovich will be accompanied by guitarist Greg Anderson. The Northcoast Journal says of the two musicians: “Milonovich is a world class fiddler and very talented singer, and her accompanist has a simple versatility with the acoustic guitar that sounds a lot easier than it is to accomplish. These musicians are obvious lifers.”
The duo will perform a concert of mostly original songs, many from Sara’s most recent solo release “Northeast,” which has received high praise from the music world.
Coffeehouse concerts take place on the second floor of the Walton Theatre and are free, with coffee/tea and desserts provided. Donations are gratefully accepted.
Monday, January 16
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Tuesday, January 17
Knit & Crochet Group @ 3:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Community members are gathering on the main floor of the library for yarn crafts and conversation. Bring the project you are working on and enjoy friendly conversation as you knit and crochet.”Book & Film Chat @ 3:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“We will gather on the lower level of the library to share reviews of the titles we have been reading and watching. This group enjoys a wide range of genres and subject interests. Everyone is welcome. Come add your recommendations to the conversation.”
Thursday, January 19
Mahjong @ 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“This is for everyone who loves to play or wants to learn how. Bring a friend or come alone. All skill levels are welcome. Meet on our main floor.”Crafterwork @ 6:30 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Adults are invited to come to the library for an evening of crafting. This month participants will be making a book page wreath using mason jar lids. All materials are provided free of charge.”ClassicFlix: The Wizard of Oz (1939) (G) @ 7:00 PM (The Walton Theatre)
“Dorothy Gale is swept away to a magical land in a tornado and embarks on a quest to see the Wizard who can help her return home. Rated G.
The Theatre will be celebrating National Popcorn Day with a FREE small or medium popcorn for each ClassicFlix ticket holder.”
Friday, January 20
Storytime @ 10:30 AM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Join Amber on the lower level of the library for rhymes, songs, and stories sure to entertain your littles! Each meeting includes a simple craft”Lego Club @ 3:30 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Kids in grades K-5 will gather on the lower level of the library. Legos are provided, along with a monthly building challenge. Creations will be displayed in the library’s display case. Join us this month as we make something with our eyes closed.”
Saturday, January 21
Teen Meeting: DIY Lavender Bath Bombs @ 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“This monthly event is for grades 6+. Come melt away your stress with DIY lavender bath bombs. All craft supplies as well as a pizza lunch are provided free. Bring your friends!”
Tuesday, January 24
Knit & Crochet Group @ 3:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Community members are gathering on the main floor of the library for yarn crafts and conversation. Bring the project you are working on and enjoy friendly conversation as you knit and crochet.”Library Board of Trustees Meeting @ 7:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“The Board of Trustees will hold their regularly scheduled meeting at the library. The public is encouraged to attend.”
Wednesday, January 25
Book Club Discussion @ 7:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Our book club will be meeting on the lower level of the library.
This month we are reading “Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Well Kimmerer”
Thursday, January 26
Mahjong @ 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“This is for everyone who loves to play or wants to learn how. Bring a friend or come alone. All skill levels are welcome. Meet on our main floor.”
Friday, January 27
Storytime @ 10:30 AM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Join Amber on the lower level of the library for rhymes, songs, and stories sure to entertain your littles! Each meeting includes a simple craft”
Saturday, January 28
2nd Annual Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament @ 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“At our second annual jigsaw puzzle tournament, each team will receive an identical mystery puzzle sealed in a box. The first team to complete the puzzle (or the team with the fewest pieces remaining after 2 hours) wins a trophy! Teams are allowed up to four players. The tournament is geared toward adults, but teams may have members age 12 and up. Each team must register for the event (please have a team name ready). Limited to 8 teams.”
Tuesday, January 31
Knit & Crochet Group @ 3:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Community members are gathering on the main floor of the library for yarn crafts and conversation. Bring the project you are working on and enjoy friendly conversation as you knit and crochet.”
Please email hello@thewaltonian.com if you have any additions (or corrections) to the list above.
Notes
- Congratulations to Christian Vitek, a graduate of Walton Central School, on his appointment as NYS Governor Deputy Press Secretary!
- There's a new record store that just opened in Andes. If you're in the area, be sure to check it out. It's called Sounds Good, and is located across from the Andes Hotel.
- Don't forget that town property taxes are due by January 31st!
–Chris Ogden
P.S. One of my New Year's Resolutions for this year is to expand The Waltonian! You can expect to see more frequent and new types of articles going forward! Stay tuned!