The Dig Kids – an Urban Farming Program of the Kingston Land Trust is awarded funding from the City of Kingston’s Community Development Block Grant in 2012 .   Kingston youth have been selected this season that include Farm Assistants, Garden Mentors and Jr. Gardeners who will practice urban farming methods at two midtown locations two days a week from May through late August.

Kingston - ‘The Dig Kids – an Urban Farming Program”  is charged in working with Kingston youth to grow food, learn farming practices, encourage entrepreneurship, beautification, pride and good health through hands on farming experiences. Created by the Kingston Land Trust in partnership with Kingston Cares (a program of Family of Woodstock), The South Pine Street City Farm and with support from the Kingston Parks and Recreation Department and sponsored by Croswell Enterprises,  the Kingston Land Trust welcomes its youth participants in 2012.

Garden Mentors (14-21 of age) were selected during an application process and will be paid an educational stipend that include Kingston residents Jehan Senai Worthy,  Jamel Keyes,  Robert Fitzgerald, Deon Edmond and Shannon Cowgill.   As part of the program’s mission, Jr. Gardeners (13 or younger) were also selected and will be . . . → Read More: The Dig Kids – an Urban Farming Program is Awarded Funding through Community Development Block Grant]]>

The Dig Kids in 2012 get oriented.

The Dig Kids – an Urban Farming Program of the Kingston Land Trust is awarded funding from the City of Kingston’s Community Development Block Grant in 2012 .   Kingston youth have been selected this season that include Farm Assistants, Garden Mentors and Jr. Gardeners who will practice urban farming methods at two midtown locations two days a week from May through late August.

Kingston - ‘The Dig Kids – an Urban Farming Program”  is charged in working with Kingston youth to grow food, learn farming practices, encourage entrepreneurship, beautification, pride and good health through hands on farming experiences. Created by the Kingston Land Trust in partnership with Kingston Cares (a program of Family of Woodstock), The South Pine Street City Farm and with support from the Kingston Parks and Recreation Department and sponsored by Croswell Enterprises,  the Kingston Land Trust welcomes its youth participants in 2012.

Garden Mentors (14-21 of age) were selected during an application process and will be paid an educational stipend that include Kingston residents Jehan Senai Worthy,  Jamel Keyes,  Robert Fitzgerald, Deon Edmond and Shannon Cowgill.   As part of the program’s mission, Jr. Gardeners (13 or younger) were also selected and will be mentored by the Dig Kids. 

Two Dig Kids from last season, Matthew Brownlee and Brenda Olivo were promoted as “Farmer Assistants” to the Dig Kids Program Coordinator, first generation organic farmer and founder of the South Pine Street City Farm Jesica Clark.  Clark will be joined this year by Valerie Linet of Boiceville, also a Coordinator of the program. 

“Creating opportunities for youth to get practical farming experience through the Dig Kids is key.  Last year, we found that two of our Dig Kids developed a real interest in the work and we were able to promote them to Farm Assistants in 2012,”  says Rebecca Martin, Executive Director of the Kingston Land Trust. “I’m proud that our program can accommodate youth interest in this way, as it helps to illustrate the possibilities to young, budding farmers.”

Partial funding for “The Dig Kids – an Urban Farming Program” was awarded to the Kingston Land Trust by the City of Kingston through the Community Development Block Grant, a program that is designed to develop viable urban communities through housing, economic development, elimination of slums and blight, expansion of community services and neighborhood revitalization. 

If you are interested in “The Dig Kids – an Urban Farming Program” or any other of the initiatives of the Kingston Land Trust Urban Agriculture Committee visit www.kingstonlandtrust.org or contact Rebecca Martin, Executive Director at 845/877-LAND or 845/750-7295.

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About the Kingston Land Trust - An urban trust, the Kingston Land Trust is a 501c3 non-profit organization committed to theprotection and preservation of open space, historic sites, wetlands, scenic areas, and forests in the City of Kingston and thesurrounding region to include the Town of Ulster and the Town of Kingston.www.kingstonlandtrust.org

About Kingston Cares –  Kingston Cares is a community collaborative sponsored by Family of Woodstock, Inc. and funded by the Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration through a Drug Free Communities grant. For more information, visit:LINK

About The South Pine Street City Farm –  The South Pine Street City Farm is dedicated to serve as a model of urban agriculture for the City of Kingston and beyond.  This small scale market garden will show that agriculture can thrive in an urban environment while also providing important educational components to encourage other farm projects throughout urban areas in the Hudson Valley.  The farm and its growers will work in partnerships with individuals and organizations in the community to achieve a farm and food based network.   With support from Binnewater Ice, Co. and the Kingston Land Trust.  For more, visit LINK

About Croswell Enterprises, Inc.-   Croswell Enterprises, LTD’s philosophy is simple: provide high quality bulk landscaping materials with old fashioned service. While their website provides a wealth of information, they welcome your calls to discuss and make recommendations for your individual project. Their products include: Dynagro Garden Soil, Dynagro Topsoil, Dynamulch, Landscape Mulch, Dynagro Super Rich Compost, Gravel and Round River Stone. Dynagro Garden Soil and Dynamulch are their most popular products. Dynagro Garden Soil is a custom blended soil,ready to plant!  Rich in organic material with a light texture and balanced ph, this soil is perfect for flower and vegetable growing. Dynamulch TM is a compost enriched mulch which can be used as a mulch or as a soil conditioner. For more information, feel free to contact their office at (845) 331-4232, visit them at croswellenterprises.com or friend them on FACEBOOK

About the City of Kingston Parks and Recreation Department – Led by Director Kevin Gilfeather, the Kingston Parks and Recreation Department oversees Kingston’s park system and organizes many programs for residents and tourists that include boating, kayaking, youth, adult and senior programs, environmental education, adult sports and more.  www.kingston-ny.gov

The Dig Kids were featured in “Visit Vortex Hudson Valley ” this month!  READ THE FULL ARTICLE

A Down to Earth Community Youth Program

Throughout the five-month, May to September, program five youth Garden Mentors are paid a stipend to work after school each week—totaling 10 hours a month at their main garden site at the Everette Hodge Center on Kingston’s Franklin Street. Youths must be 14 to 19 years to participate—and each selected Dig Kid can choose a Junior Gardener 13 years or younger to mentor throughout the program. ??Martin noted that teenagers are typically expected to do something for nothing and although it’s important to let youths know the value of volunteering, she said, “Paying the teenagers is more than an incentive; it’s also a way for them to learn to take care of themselves as many teens today work to help pay their family’s bills.”

Family of Woodstock’s “Kingston Cares” Joins the Effort

According to Martin, The Dig Kids got off the ground with the assistance of Megan Weiss, coordinator of Kingston Cares, a Family of Woodstock program. Weiss located the five teenage gardeners who live in Midtown. Weiss said that she loves her connection . . . → Read More: The Dig Kids – an Urban Farming Program Featured in Visit Vortex Hudson Valley]]>

The Dig Kids were featured in “Visit Vortex Hudson Valley ” this month!  READ THE FULL ARTICLE

A Down to Earth Community Youth Program

Throughout the five-month, May to September, program five youth Garden Mentors are paid a stipend to work after school each week—totaling 10 hours a month at their main garden site at the Everette Hodge Center on Kingston’s Franklin Street. Youths must be 14 to 19 years to participate—and each selected Dig Kid can choose a Junior Gardener 13 years or younger to mentor throughout the program. ??Martin noted that teenagers are typically expected to do something for nothing and although it’s important to let youths know the value of volunteering, she said, “Paying the teenagers is more than an incentive; it’s also a way for them to learn to take care of themselves as many teens today work to help pay their family’s bills.”

Family of Woodstock’s “Kingston Cares” Joins the Effort

According to Martin, The Dig Kids got off the ground with the assistance of Megan Weiss, coordinator of Kingston Cares, a Family of Woodstock program. Weiss located the five teenage gardeners who live in Midtown. Weiss said that she loves her connection with the Kingston Land Trust and this program. Giving much credit to Weiss, Martin said that Weiss was instrumental in introducing The Dig Kids program to the community youth, working with families to ensure youth participation, and assisting with planning, supervision, and transportation. ??“When I first started working at the Everette Hodge Center six years ago, the current garden area was covered in weeds and was not being used at all,” said Weiss. “The first year, I worked with a few children to remove the weeds and plant a few flowers and continued to spruce up the area, but never would have realized the potential of that small garden area without the collaboration with the Kingston Land Trust.”?    READ THE ARTICLE 

The Kingston Land Trust and the Kingston Land Trust Rail Trail Committee chooses engineering firm to perform a study of the proposed Kingston Point Rail Trail.  ALTA Planning and Design were selected through competitive bidding process and will begin their work in May. 

“This study represents an exciting step toward the creation of a multi-use trail linking the Rondout and Mid-Town,” explains Tim Weidemann, Kingston Land Trust director . . . → Read More: The Kingston Land Trust and the KLT Rail Trail Committee Chooses Engineering Firm to Perform a Study of the Proposed Kingston Point Rail Trail.]]>

The Kingston Land Trust and the Kingston Land Trust Rail Trail Committee chooses engineering firm to perform a study of the proposed Kingston Point Rail Trail.  ALTA Planning and Design were selected through competitive bidding process and will begin their work in May. 

“This study represents an exciting step toward the creation of a multi-use trail linking the Rondout and Mid-Town,” explains Tim Weidemann, Kingston Land Trust director and member of the Rail Trail Committee. “ALTA has been involved in similar studies locally, nationally and even internationally, including the Walkway Over the Hudson. They share our Committee’s conviction that trails add to the health and vitality of a community, so we’re eager to tap into their experience and knowledge. The study will help us understand how we can transform the vacant rail bed into a vibrant recreation asset that benefits the entire community.”

The Kingston City Hall Victory Garden presented by the Kingston Land Trust and City of Kingston Clerks office offered its annual Square Foot Garden presentation on Saturday, April 28th with City Farmer and Founder of the South Pine Street City Farm Jesica Clark.

Originally set to occur on Earth Day, April 22nd – the event was moved to its rain date due to poor weather.

A group of City Hall employees, children and residents came together to help turn the soil and add new plants that included herbs, lettuces and collards this season. The garden, in it’s fourth year, will be stewarded by City Hall employees. Their harvest will be donated to a local soup kitchen.

The garden was launched on Earth Day in 2009 and serves as an educational garden and token project to show the city of Kingston’s support of gardens citywide.

Director of Community Development Jennifer Fuentes and her son Ezra and friend help to plant out the Garden.

KLT Executive Director Rebecca Martin holds larva that was found deep in the soil with son Charlie Grenadier and friend Nathaniel . . . → Read More: Kingston City Hall Victory Garden Square Foot Garden Presentation Educational For All Ages.]]>

City Farmer Jesica Clark works the soil while the children look on.

The Kingston City Hall Victory Garden presented by the Kingston Land Trust and City of Kingston Clerks office offered its annual Square Foot Garden presentation on Saturday, April 28th with City Farmer and Founder of the South Pine Street City Farm Jesica Clark.

Originally set to occur on Earth Day, April 22nd – the event was moved to its rain date due to poor weather.

A group of City Hall employees, children and residents came together to help turn the soil and add new plants that included herbs, lettuces and collards this season. The garden, in it’s fourth year, will be stewarded by City Hall employees. Their harvest will be donated to a local soup kitchen.

The garden was launched on Earth Day in 2009 and serves as an educational garden and token project to show the city of Kingston’s support of gardens citywide.

Director of Community Development Jennifer Fuentes and her son Ezra and friend help to plant out the Garden.

KLT Executive Director Rebecca Martin holds larva that was found deep in the soil with son Charlie Grenadier and friend Nathaniel Berky.

Nancy Gallo, Mayor Shayne Gallo's mother, in attendance. That's City of Kingston Clerk Carly Williams daughter (far right) providing helping hands!

The children are fascinated with the garden.

The Kingston Land Trust Rail Trail Committee organized a successful clean-up of the “Kingston Link Trail” located off of Washington Avenue in Uptown, Kingston. New and old faces of over 50 rail trail enthusiasts came to support the effort as part of the 3rd annual Kingston Clean Sweep organized by the Friends of Historic Kingston and the City of Kingston Parks and Recreation Department.

Special thanks to all of our partners and sponsors, the KLT RTC Trail Keepers and Outreach and Subcommittee, the Church Communities, Hannafords, City of Kingston, Friends of Historic Kingston and most of all, to our hard working volunteers.

The Kingston Land Trust Rail Trail Committee now coming into its second year has 24 members and three subcommittees. If you’re interested in joining us, contact kingstonlandtrust@gmail.com to be directed to the appropriate place.

The next KLT Rail Trail Committee Rail Trail clean-up event will take place on June 2nd as part of National Trails Day. Join us back downtown to work on the Kingston Point Rail Trail. More details shortly.

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Members of the Kingston Land Trust Rail Trail Committee 'chip' away one section at a time (photo by Andi Turco-Levin)

The Kingston Land Trust Rail Trail Committee organized a successful clean-up of the “Kingston Link Trail” located off of Washington Avenue in Uptown, Kingston. New and old faces of over 50 rail trail enthusiasts came to support the effort as part of the 3rd annual Kingston Clean Sweep organized by the Friends of Historic Kingston and the City of Kingston Parks and Recreation Department.

Special thanks to all of our partners and sponsors, the KLT RTC Trail Keepers and Outreach and Subcommittee, the Church Communities, Hannafords, City of Kingston, Friends of Historic Kingston and most of all, to our hard working volunteers.

The Kingston Land Trust Rail Trail Committee now coming into its second year has 24 members and three subcommittees. If you’re interested in joining us, contact kingstonlandtrust@gmail.com to be directed to the appropriate place.

The next KLT Rail Trail Committee Rail Trail clean-up event will take place on June 2nd as part of National Trails Day. Join us back downtown to work on the Kingston Point Rail Trail. More details shortly.

KLT RTC Trail Keeper Co-Chair Katie Scott-Childress helps to lead the way.

The Church Communities lends a big hand.

Olivia and Sylvan keeping the front clear.

Part of the incredible crew at the Kingston Link Trail Clean-Sweep.

Cheryl Demuth lends a hand.

Kingston "Midtown Hub" concept connecting rail trails from the North, South, East (KPRT) and West into Midtown, Kingston.

Volunteers listen in. Thanks, Holiday Inn of Kingston for having us!

Gregg Swanzey, Chair of the Rail Trail Committee, leads a powerpoint discussion on rail trails in Kingston.

For a light to medium rain, the program will continue as planned and guests are asked to bring umbrellas. A tent for cover will be provided.  If the rain fall is heavy, a rain date of SATRUDAY, APRIL 28th 2012 at 1:00pm is planned. To learn whether the event will be postponed or not, please visit www.kingstonlandtrust.org after 11:00am on 4/22/12.

If you wish to volunteer or would like further information on the garden or upcoming square foot garden presentation, please contact Rebecca Martin, Executive Director of the Kingston Land Trust at kingstonlandtrust@gmail.com or call 845/877-LAND (5263) or 845/750-7295.

Kingston, NY–   The Kingston Land Trust is proud to announce the addition of Renno Budziak of the Town of Ulster to their Board of Directors. Mr. Budziak immigrated to this country with his parents and two older brothers in 1952 and settled and grew up in Newburgh, N.Y. Like his brothers, he pursued an Engineering career and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Trine University. He worked on an MBA degree with a concentration on New Product Venture Management at Syracuse University. He was hired as a new product design engineer by Ingersoll-Rand and as a result of a productive and successful design career, he became Manager of Engineering and was responsible for all Engineering related aspects and functions. He was issued a number of U.S. and international patents associated with his new product designs. After a seventeen year career with Ingersoll-Rand, he was recruited by Huck International where he was Vice President of Engineering. He . . . → Read More: The Kingston Land Trust Welcomes its Newest Board Director Renno Budziak of the Town of Ulster.]]> The Kingston Land Trust Welcomes its Newest Board Director Renno Budziak of the Town of Ulster.   Mr. Budziak’s involvement and expertise is a step in representing the Town of Ulster in the Kingston Land Trust’s efforts to protect and preserve land in their mission area.

Kingston, NY–   The Kingston Land Trust is proud to announce the addition of Renno Budziak of the Town of Ulster to their Board of Directors. Mr. Budziak immigrated to this country with his parents and two older brothers in 1952 and settled and grew up in Newburgh, N.Y. Like his brothers, he pursued an Engineering career and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Trine University. He worked on an MBA degree with a concentration on New Product Venture Management at Syracuse University. He was hired as a new product design engineer by Ingersoll-Rand and as a result of a productive and successful design career, he became Manager of Engineering and was responsible for all Engineering related aspects and functions. He was issued a number of U.S. and international patents associated with his new product designs. After a seventeen year career with Ingersoll-Rand, he was recruited by Huck International where he was Vice President of Engineering. He is now enjoying an active retirement.

Beyond his career oriented responsibilities, Renno was and continues to be involved with a number of community related activities, some of which include: Former Board member of Sayre-Athens, Pa. Joint Sewer Authority; Former Board Chairman of Junior Achievement, an operational business simulation for high school students; Founding member and former Co-President of Rondout Rowing Club; Former member and Chairman of the Town of Ulster Planning Board; Former member of the Town of Ulster Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committee; Current member of the Ulster County Planning Board and member of its Executive Committee and Task Force member of the Walkill Valley Rail Trail.

As the newest Board Director of the Kingston Land Trust, Renno is looking forward to collaboratively work with the Board in achieving the objectives of its stated mission and vision and thus through its actions, endeavor to improve the quality of life in our regional community.

For more information, please contact Rebecca Martin, Executive Director at 845/877-5263 or email kingstonlandtrust.org

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The Kingston Land Trust Rail Trail Committee organizes cleanup of the Kingston Link Trail as part of Kingston Clean Sweep presented by the Friends of Historic Kingston and Kingston Parks and Recreation Department on Saturday, April 21st 2012 at 9:00am. Volunteers are asked to meet at the Super 8 Motel Parking Lot located at 487 Washington Avenue in Kingston at 8:30am to sign-in.

Kingston – The Kingston Land Trust Rail Trail Committee, with support from Ulster Savings Bank, the Holiday Inn and Super 8 Motel and sponsored by Central Hudson Gas and Electric and new sponsor P & T Surplus in Kingston, will participate in the 3rd annual Kingston Clean-Sweep, an event created by Friends of Historic Kingston and the City of Kingston’s Park and Recreation Department on Saturday, April 21st 2012. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 8:30am for sign-up to begin trail work by 9:00am. Volunteers are invited to help clear the “Kingston Link Trail”, a section of the old O&W rail bed beginning at the Super 8 Motel at 487 Washington Avenue in Uptown Kingston, NY.

Volunteers should come prepared wearing long pants . . . → Read More: The Kingston Land Trust Reminds the Community of Upcoming Rail Trail Committee Clean-up and Welcomes New Sponsor P & T Surplus of Kingston.]]>

The Kingston Land Trust and the KLT Rail Trail Committee welcomes new sponsor P & T Surplus.

The Kingston Land Trust Rail Trail Committee organizes cleanup of the Kingston Link Trail as part of Kingston Clean Sweep presented by the Friends of Historic Kingston and Kingston Parks and Recreation Department on Saturday, April 21st 2012 at 9:00am. Volunteers are asked to meet at the Super 8 Motel Parking Lot located at 487 Washington Avenue in Kingston at 8:30am to sign-in.

Kingston – The Kingston Land Trust Rail Trail Committee, with support from Ulster Savings Bank, the Holiday Inn and Super 8 Motel and sponsored by Central Hudson Gas and Electric and new sponsor P & T Surplus in Kingston, will participate in the 3rd annual Kingston Clean-Sweep, an event created by Friends of Historic Kingston and the City of Kingston’s Park and Recreation Department on Saturday, April 21st 2012. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 8:30am for sign-up to begin trail work by 9:00am. Volunteers are invited to help clear the “Kingston Link Trail”, a section of the old O&W rail bed beginning at the Super 8 Motel at 487 Washington Avenue in Uptown Kingston, NY.

Volunteers should come prepared wearing long pants and long-sleeved shirts, boots (since there are wet areas), gloves, and bug and tick guard. Participants are encouraged to bring their own shovels, loppers and rakes from home. The work will involve general cleanup and cutting and clearing brush.

Following the clean-up, all are invited to the Holiday Inn which is located near the rail trail entrance at 503 Washington Avenue from 12:30pm – 1:30pm for refreshments and a power point presentation by the Kingston Land Trust’s Rail Trail Committee.  Participants are asked to register online by visiting: http://www.forsythnaturecenter.org/

If you would like to donate tools, funding, have employees interested in volunteering or for more general information contact Rebecca Martin, Executive Director of the Kingston Land Trust at 845/877-5263 or kingstonlandtrust@gmail.com

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About Kingston Clean Sweep and Friends of Historic Kingston -  In its third year, Kingston Clean Sweep is a program by the Friends of Historic Kingston in collaboration with the city of Kingston Parks and Recreation Department.  www.fohk.org

About the City of Kingston Parks and Recreation Department – Led by Director Kevin Gilfeather, the Kingston Parks and Recreation Department oversees Kingston’s park system and organizes many programs for residents and tourists that include boating, kayaking, youth, adult and senior programs, environmental education, adult sports and more.  www.kingston-ny.gov

About the Kingston Land Trust and the Kingston Land Trust Rail Trail Committee- The Kingston Land Trust is a 501c3 non-profit organization committed to the protection and preservation of open space, historic sites, wetlands, scenic areas, and forests in the City of Kingston and the surrounding region to include the Town of Ulster and the Town of  Kingston.  The Kingston Land Trust Rail Trail committee is dedicated to planning, development, utilization, and proper maintenance of rail trails and other non-motorized linkages in the City of Kingston.    www.kingstonlandtrust.org

About Ulster Savings Bank - Ulster Savings Bank is a locally owned and operated bank, with locations throughout the Hudson Valley. Every year, Ulster Savings Bank supports hundreds of local organizations throughout our community, close to home.

About Central Hudson Gas and Electric - CH Energy Group has a long-standing tradition of good corporate citizenship and a strong commitment to environmental health and safety. The company and its employees work continually to improve the quality of life in the communities where we do business.

About P & T Surplus - P&D Surplus began doing business in 1964.   In 1997 Tim Smythe Sr. and Tim Smythe Jr. purchased the company  from the original P&T owners and began operating as P&T Surplus.   Today, P&T Surplus still acquires surplus from IBM and many other companies and municipalities.

Tillery that features Gretchen Parlato, Becca Stevens and Rebecca Martin perform at the Falcon in Marlboro in support of the Kingston Land Trust and the GW Elementary School Public Montessori Program.  This special evening will be held on Thursday, May 24th with doors at 5:30pm and concert time 7:00pm. A $30 suggested donation is requested and reservations are strongly recommended. 

New York -  TILLERY that features a collaboration of acclaimed singers and songwriters Gretchen Parlato, Becca Stevens and Rebecca Martin will be performing at the Falcon 1348 9W in Marlboro, NY on Thursday, May 24th.

The concert time is 7:00pm with a suggested donation of $30.00. Reservations are strongly recommended. All proceeds will be split between the Kingston Land Trust and the George Washington Elementary School, a public Montessori School in the Hudson Valley. Both function out of Kingston, NY.

“I am pleased to present our group in support of both the Kingston Land Trust and the GW Elementary School, one of only probably 200 public Montessori schools in the US and Canada,” says Rebecca Martin, who also is the Executive Director of the Kingston Land Trust. “It will be a fantastic night of music and an important evening to contribute to . . . → Read More: “Tillery” Featuring Rebecca Martin, Gretchen Parlato and Becca Stevens to Perform a Benefit Concert for the Kingston Land Trust and GW Public Montessori School at the Falcon Arts in Marlboro, NY]]>

Tillery that features Gretchen Parlato, Becca Stevens and Rebecca Martin perform at the Falcon in Marlboro in support of the Kingston Land Trust and the GW Elementary School Public Montessori Program.  This special evening will be held on Thursday, May 24th with doors at 5:30pm and concert time 7:00pm. A $30 suggested donation is requested and reservations are strongly recommended. 

New York -  TILLERY that features a collaboration of acclaimed singers and songwriters Gretchen Parlato, Becca Stevens and Rebecca Martin will be performing at the Falcon 1348 9W in Marlboro, NY on Thursday, May 24th.

The concert time is 7:00pm with a suggested donation of $30.00. Reservations are strongly recommended. All proceeds will be split between the Kingston Land Trust and the George Washington Elementary School, a public Montessori School in the Hudson Valley. Both function out of Kingston, NY.

“I am pleased to present our group in support of both the Kingston Land Trust and the GW Elementary School, one of only probably 200 public Montessori schools in the US and Canada,” says Rebecca Martin, who also is the Executive Director of the Kingston Land Trust. “It will be a fantastic night of music and an important evening to contribute to two very fine programs.”

For directions and more information on the venue click on this LINK

To learn more about Tillery:  www.tillerygals.org

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About TILLERY    Tillery is a collaborative project created by Rebecca Martin, Gretchen Parlato and Becca Stevens. Individually, they are three of New York’s most acclaimed and respected vocalists/songwriters. Together as Tillery, they’re a potent collective force that’s more than the sum of its already formidable parts.    The threesome’s seamless creative chemistry and organic personal rapport makes for a powerful collaboration that’s been wowing live audiences since the trio first joined forces in 2010. United equally by an abiding friendship and a mutual admiration for one another’s talents, Tillery finds these three unmistakable individuals converging into a distinctive and deeply compelling whole.

Back in 2007, residents of Ward 9 in Kingston organized a presentation called ‘Comprehensive Planning 101′ given by county and city planners to encourage the city government and to help citizens to understand the importance of such a process.

Now in 2012 citizens will have the opportunity to participate in a citywide comprehensive plan.

We hope that you find the powerpoint from that time period useful as you consider the positive implications.  Dream big because now is the time.

Comp Planning Kingston