Wow, it’s getting a little chilly out there. Be careful on the slippery leaves.

Since I moved to Sullivan County, I have hit two squirrels, three rabbits and, as of Friday night, two frogs. Why do I get so upset and nearly cry when I hit them? My husband Tommy says I could never be a hunter. Speaking of hunters, there are a lot of deer that like to run out in front of my car. I drive slowly, but still you hunters have a job to do this season. Good luck to all of you and be safe.

Tommy and I had a nice lunch at St. Francis Xavier’s Church at their Two Franks Café. The first Saturday of each month, free lunch is served at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and on the third Saturday of each month at St. Francis. Both are open to all and are free. Sunday night my co-workers and I had a table at Woodloch Pines cancer fundraiser, a Night for the Cure. It featured the biggest Tricky Tray I have ever seen, with hundreds of prizes. I did not win anything, but that doesn’t matter. I had such a great time seeing so many locals out and about and having a good time with Sandy and Tom Nuttycomb.

So are you bored at home looking for something to do? Come on out to Angelina’s on the Hill for the Red Hatters Halloween Party. It is open to all and will be held on Thursday, October 30 at 6 p.m. The cost is $20 per person and includes a buffet of delicious food and a night of music. For more information or to reserve a seat, please call Dolores at 845/791-0590. It should be great fun, and men are welcome to attend.

On Tuesday, November 4, Election Day, the Cochecton Republican Club is having its fifth annual chicken barbeque. It will be a drive-thru at Gasko & Meyers’ parking lot. There are advance tickets only. Call Ed Grund at 845/252-7363.

On Saturday, November 8, the Marine Corps Ball will be held at The Club at Villa Roma. There will be a cash bar, dinner at 7 p.m., and music for dancing. The public is welcome. Tickets cost $35 per person. Call Bob Deman at 845/252-7208 or John Cirelli 845/252-3235 for tickets or information.

Have a great week and e-mail leeniebeans@citlink.net or call 845/252-3568 if you have news.