The Independence Day weekend was filled with festivities. The fireworks lit the sky on Friday night, July 3 and on Saturday, July 4, Mother Nature seemed to know exactly when to stop the rains so the Narrowsburg Fire Department parade could step-off in dry weather. This year there seemed to be a lot more floats in the parade: the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, the White Owl, the Honey Bee Festival and even a Christmas-in-July float, just to name a few. Viewers seemed to enjoy these new additions. Perhaps this will inspire some of you for a float next year.

Seeing the numerous volunteer firemen always leaves a sense of awe as we realize these men and women are there for us when we need them most. It is important to remember that they all help each other and respond to the neighboring areas when needed. Thank you, volunteer firemen and women for all your time and efforts. Oh, by the way, Narrowsburg Fire Department, thanks for the great chicken barbeque too!

Looking ahead as the summer progresses, plan to attend Riverfest on Sunday, July 26. Main Street will be closed and a shuttle will take folks from the Firemen’s Field to Main Street.

Here is another reminder that many seem to forget, or perhaps didn’t even know. A representative from the Department of Motor Vehicles comes to Tusten Town Hall the second Tuesday of the month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Routine tasks like license or registration renewal, etc. are performed. Why not stop in and skip the trip to Monticello?

Last reminder: Have your weekend guests ride the Eagle Express bus service from Manhattan. The bus leaves 33rd Street at 8th Avenue (The Local Café) at 4 p.m. on Friday and returns on Sunday beginning in Callicoon at 5 p.m. This is a trial service for four weeks. If the ridership proves a need, the bus will continue. Reservations can be made online at www.scva.net/eagleexpress.