Some Thoughts about Elinor Mettler's Passing

The news of Elinor Mettler’s untimely death came to me as a shock –– and with an aftershock when I realized that we had been acquaintances and colleagues for some thirty-five years!   Our earliest connection began in the ‘70’s with the Roe Jan Historical Society.  A highlight was the historic church tour marking the Nation’s Bicentennial, and with that the creation of the Roe Jan Community Choir under the baton of Newell Jenkins.  

 

Despite my relocating to California, we stayed in contact and, in fact, had been in active correspondence only a few weeks ago.   Elinor had a profound influence on me and on my late wife, Marion, who had a significnt professional relationship with the Dr. John Mettler.  All who knew Elinor owe her deep gratitude for the multitude and abiding contributions she made to the community.   She was, indeed, the ‘great lady of Copake’.

     

Howard Ennes

Copake is a Destination for Cyclists

To:
Roy Brown, Chairman of the Board, Columbia County, NY
Bob Fitzsimmons, County Attorney, Columbia County, NY
Bart Delany, Chair of Public Works, Columbia County, NY
Dean Knox, Engineering Division Director, Columbia County, NY

Dear Sirs,
The Copake Economic Advisory Board unanimously supports the combined Brown's Dam/County Route 7a rehabilitation projects (PIN#s 8757.17 & 8757.21) to have GreenLITES certification.

Copake is a destination for cyclists and we think all communities should encourage access for walking and biking; it is therefore important that this project have GreenLITES certification.

There are numerous concerns that have been raised over this impending project. One of the biggest concerns is the absence of a pedestrian/bike path over the bridge. The second concern is the lack of public input. The last time there was an opportunity for public input was seven years ago, and that is a very long time ago.
We would like our voices to be heard before construction commences. We would also request that GreenLITES certification be included to make this process possible.

Sincerely,
Leslie Wood
Chair
Copake Economic Advisory Board

Community Day is June 18th!

Dear Neighbor,

Community Day is June 18th!   This fun filled daylong celebration attracts thousands of people from Copake and the surrounding neighborhoods.  Please don't miss your chance to help support this great event, now in its 22nd year!

Please show your support by taking a vendor table, or becoming a sponsor of one of the many activities.  As you may know, Copake Community Day is a free event for everyone to enjoy.  We do this with the help of so many of our sponsors and supporters.  Please join us to help make June 18th a huge success!

Here is how you can participate!

·         Share your story!  Non profits can host a table at no cost, however, tables need to be confirmed using the form attached.

·         Showcase your business by taking a table.  Plants, antiques, crafts or jewelry vendors are needed.   

·         Sponsors can support community day and receive recognition in many ways including mention in flyers and posters all around town.   Many sponsorships are still available.  

·         Individual donations are gladly accepted and go a long way toward ensuring Community Day can be fun filled and kept completely free to attend.

General questions regarding Community Day, please email:  karendiperi@gmail.com

Vendor questions contact Bill Newcomb at 518-329-1234 or 325-5932

Sponsor questions call Chris Quinby at 518-755-9642.

Best,

Karen DiPeri

Community Day Committee