More and more Americans do, and according to the National Retail Foundation, we are expected to spend $12.2 billion on our celebrating this year, with a good chunk of those dollars being spent on costumes, decorations, treats and other items that
This holiday was created to honor the people, history and cultures of those who lived in North America long before it was discovered by the Europeans. It is celebrated instead of, or on the same day as Columbus Day each year.
Rain did not impede the wonderful event for our Mid-Hudson Region League Fall meeting on October 20th. Thanks to League member and winery owner, Yancey Migliore, members enjoyed wine tasting, conversation and lots of laughs.
Thanks to Leslie Simons & Ann Toner for representing the League! Leslie said, "While we had hoped for more foot traffic we made some great connections and we’re able to drop off six new registrations at the Goshen BOE."
We would be remiss if we didn't mention that the LWVMHR was well represented at the ceremonies in Ulster County, in September, when they welcomed 47 new citizens at SUNY Ulster!