March 2024 Community Events
FRIDAYS, MARCH 1 – MARCH 29
ANNUAL LENTEN FISH FRY FRIDAYS hosted by The Catskill Elks Lodge in Jefferson Heights. Haddock, Shrimp, Combo (Fish/Shrimp) or Fish Tacos. Includes M&C or Fries, coleslaw, sauces & lemon, $17. Eat–in or Take–out, 5 – 7pm. Must pre–order by Wednesday for the upcoming Friday. Call Brenda at 518–945–1179.
FRIDAYS, MARCH 1 THRU APRIL 26
TEEN VOLLEYBALL NIGHTS at the Greene County YMCA, 7–9pm. Is your teen looking to learn a new sport or to practice their skills in the off–season? Sign them up for this eight–week program. Kids ages 12–16 are eligible to register. Members of the YMCA $108, non–members $158. To sign up, please call 518–731–7529.
MONDAYS, MARCH 4 & 18
COXSACKIE SENIOR CLUB meets the first & third Monday of each month, 2PM. Join us for meetings & lectures. Fun programs, games, snacks, coffee, some trips & lots of new friends. Stop in and see what it is all about. Coxsackie Senior Center, 127 Mansion Street. For info, 518–857–4780.
MONDAY, MARCH 4 & FRIDAY, MARCH 15
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP for adults & adult children who have lost a loved one in a drug related death. Meeting at 6pm on the first Monday & third Friday each month, at the Leeds Firehouse on Route 23B. Registration required – space is limited. Email: jeanettec708@ gmail.com.
MARCH 5 AND EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY
PEDALING FOR PARKINSON’S – Pedaling a bicycle may change the life of someone with Parkinson’s Disease. Research shows a 35% reduction in symptoms with the simple act of pedaling at a rapid pace. Join us at the Greene County YMCA. Participants will need medical clearance to take part in the program. Every Tuesday & Thursday, 10:30– 11:30am. Members FREE, Non–members $5 per class.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6
GREENVILLE GOLDEN YEARS CLUB meets the first Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m. at the American Legion on Maple Avenue. All seniors welcome. Questions? Call 518–966–8482 or 518–966–4436.
WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 6, 13, 20 & 27
GREENVILLE QUILTERS SEW & CHAT – Love fabric arts and quilting? Learn new quilting techniques & meet others with similar interests. Free & open to all. Meeting every Wednesday, 12:30 – 3:30pm in the Greenville Library. Info 518–966–5217.
SATURDAY, MARCH 9
CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE DINNER hosted by the Round Top Volunteer Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary. Includes corned beef, cabbage, red potatoes, carrots, soda bread & dessert, $18. Take–outs only, 3 to 6pm. Call Lorrie to pre–order, 631–681–4642.Snow date:
March 16. SATURDAYS, MARCH 9 & 23
COXSACKIE GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP – meets monthly on the 2nd & 4th Saturday, 5–6pm, Bethany Village Van Heest Hall, Coxsackie. Contact Jeffrey at 518–478–5414; ; on Facebook at Coxsackie Grief Support Group.
WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 13 & 27
BINGO at the Catskill Elks Lodge: held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. Doors open 5pm (no early arrivals), early bird games start at 6:10pm & regular bingo begins at 6:40pm. The kitchen remains closed – feel free to bring a light snack and/or non–alcoholic beverage. No takeout deliveries to the bingo hall please. 45 North Jefferson Avenue, Catskill.
THURSDAY, MARCH 14
CATSKILL “SILVER LININGS” SENIORS meet on the second Thursday of each month at 1pm for informative speakers, fun games, and friendly conversation. Join us at the Robert Antonelli Senior Center, Thompson Street, Catskill. 518–943–1343.
FRIDAY, MARCH 15
CLEMATIS GARDEN CLUB meets the third Friday of the month, March thru December, at 1:00 at the American Legion Post 291, 54 Maple Ave., Greenville. Guests welcome. Call for more info, 518–424–9000.
SATURDAY, MARCH 16
BREAKFAST AT THE MEDUSA FIREHOUSE, 7-11am; free will offering. 28 County Route 351.
SATURDAY, MARCH 16
SPRING RUMMAGE SALE at the Medusa church, 8am – 12noon. 37 Route 351, Medusa.
SATURDAY, MARCH 16
SPRING FAIR – hosted by the Coxsackie United Methodist Church, 9am – 2pm. Crafts, Easter Gifts, Food Sale, Lunch 11am – 1pm. 103 Mansion Street, 518–731–6515. Handicapped parking & lift – Lafayette Avenue entrance.
SUNDAY MARCH 17
ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE – the hamlet of East Durham will be holding their first St. Patrick’s Day Parade in 30 years. Lineup at 11 am at the MJQ Irish Cultural Center; Kickoff at 12 noon. The parade will end at Five Furlongs. If your group, band or organization is interested in participating contact EDPARADE @gmail.com.
SATURDAY, MARCH 23
50th ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S PARADE – Line up at 12:30 at St. John’s parking lot on Route 81, Greenville. Step off will be at 1pm sharp. Refreshments & entertainment immediately after at Greenville Elementary School Cafeteria. For more info, 518–966–5623 or 518–527–0034. Sponsored by the Greenville Irish American Club.
SATURDAY, MARCH 23
2ND ANNUAL CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT hosted by the Medusa Fire Department. Sign– up 1pm, $10 Per Player; Spectators free. 1 Spot = 1 Person. Teams assigned by pulling names out of a hat, Food & Drinks available for purchase. Trophies awarded. Proceeds benefit the Medusa Fire Dept. Sponsored in part by The Red Barn Riders RC.
SUNDAY, MARCH 24
EASTER EGG HUNT Join us at the Greene County YMCA for a FREE, fun–filled Easter Egg Hunt, 2:30 – 3:30pm. Kids ages 3 to 10 can hunt for Easter eggs, enjoy fun activities, and take pictures with the Easter Bunny! Registration required; call 518–731–7529.
MONDAY, MARCH 25
HAM DINNER – 5 to 7pm at American Legion Post 291 Maple Avenue, Greenville. Hosted by the Boy Scout Troop 42. For tickets contact any Troop 42 Boy Scout or call 518–755–7492.
TUESDAY, MARCH 26
BROOKS BBQ AT THE GAZEBO in Greenville, 11177 Rt. 32, from 3–6pm or until sold out. Offering full chicken or rib dinners only – include baked potato, coleslaw, roll and butter. Chicken dinner $17. Rib dinner $21. Bring a bag or carrier if you’ll need one. Park your car at the library and see your neighbors while you buy your ticket and pick up your dinner at the Gazebo. Proceeds benefit the wonderful Greenville Public Library.
THURSDAY, MARCH 28
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE – 1 to 6pm, hosted by TGM American Legion Post 167, 94 Second Street, Athens.
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