Monroe. Volunteers sought for the cleanup of the Community Cemetery
The Monroe United Methodist Church, working in conjunction with the Town of Monroe, is seeking volunteers to assist with the cleanup of the Community Cemetery of Monroe on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 9 a.m. to noon.
This cemetery is also known as the Monroe Cemetery and is located on Route 17M in Monroe.
Volunteers from the church have already begun the cleanup process which encompasses five targeted areas including the monument garden, cleaning of gravestones, trimming of grass around the gravestones and the replacement of the cemetery sign posts.
To volunteer or for more information, contact Sheryl Abernathy at momsla@gmail.com.
Monroe. Blood donations are urgently needed
The Monroe Volunteer Ambulance will host a blood drive on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the ambulance bays at 100 Ramapo St.
Appointments are encouraged; walk-ins are welcomed if drive capacity permits.
To schedule an appointment call 800 933-2566
Donors must:
Remain in compliance with the federal guidelines for social distancing;
Wear a mask or face covering;
Will have their temperature taken;
Must be 14 days symptom free if recovered from COVID-19;
May not donate if they have had a positive diagnostic test or experienced symptoms of COVID-19 in the last 14 days.
Monroe. Museum Village creates GoFundMe page to offset losses due to COVID-19
For nearly 70 years, Museum Village of Old Smith’s Clove has been preserving history for our future generations to relate to. Since we first opened in 1950, it is estimated over 1.6 Million School Children have visited the museum on class trips. We have no doubt inspired many future teachers, historians, archaeologists and many others.
In the past few years, there has been rebirth at the Museum with new events, upgraded buildings and exhibits, increased attendance, increased school attendance and more community involvement.
Then COVID 19.
School class trips cancelled. Events cancelled. Building and exhibit projects cancelled or postponed.
“We realize we are not alone in navigating this pandemic, and asking for donations is very difficult,” said Michael Sosler, the museum’s executive director. “But history must be preserved. We need to continue to provide the inspiration for our future leaders. We can not be stopped.
“GoFundMe page has been set up for Museum Village,” Sosler added. “We are asking for your help and donation. Give as much, or as little as you can. Become part of our team. Take pride in knowing you helped. We need the support.”