May has arrived in Lake Huntington, NY, and with it comes that long-awaited shift into true spring. The days are stretching a little longer and the trees are finally starting to fill in. 

After a long stretch of unpredictable weather, it’s nice to see neighbors back outside working in their gardens, taking walks around the lake, and getting ready for all the events and activities that make this time of year so special.

Here are some events happening in our community and beyond:

The Callicoon Caffé is hosting a Taco Night fundraiser on Wednesday, May 27 to support Wreaths Across America for the Fosterdale Cemetery. Orders cost $20 each (cash only) and must be pre-ordered by Wednesday, May 20. Each order includes your choice of beef or chicken tacos, with two soft-shell and two hard-shell tacos with all the fixings, a cheese quesadilla, and a side of rice and beans. To place an order, call or text 518/227-0323. Pick-up will take place between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. on May 27 at the Callicoon Caffé, located at 23 A. Dorrer Dr. in Callicoon, NY.

Save the date for the Delaware Valley Opera’s 40th Anniversary Gala, to be held at the opera center, 6692 Rte. 52 in Lake Huntington, NY, on Saturday, June 6 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Join the celebration for an elegant evening featuring entertainment that begins at 7 p.m., a dessert buffet, a silent auction and a historical photo display with a special presentation. Tickets cost $70 in advance through Tuesday, May 26, and cost $85 at the door. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.delawarevalleyopera.org or myrivertickets.com.

If you have a local business that you would like to have spotlighted in an upcoming column, get in touch. Email jenn@jennpowelldesigns.com with any news, events and happenings. You can also find me online at www.rustic-road.com.