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What’s Inside…

5 Editorial 23 Old Fashioned Christmas
8 Pat Pskowski: Grand Marshal 24 VC Pink Out Game
9 Village of Montgomery 26 Reader Photo
10 Mario Balacich: 88 Charles Street Cafe 31 Tara Stickles
17 Toys for Tots 32 Around Town
18 Goodwill Church 34 Upcoming Events
21 Trinity Preschool 35 Then & Now

Contributors

Sharon MacGregor has been a freelance Michael Bloom hails from the Catskills where Erni Hewett has been a freelance and
writer, newspaper columnist, and reporter for he resides with his partner Kristin and their corporate designer for more than 20 years.
She has worked in a creative capacity for com-
more than 20 years. Her current endeavors two dogs Chussie and Maggie. He is an award panies such as Condé Nast Publications and
include the food blog, Fed Well, and running winning photographer and photojournalist. Intel. Currently, she is running her own design
the Hudson Valley Restaurants and Kitchens He has shot for NBC Universo, Rolling Stone, studio, Erni Girl Designs, where she has the
group on Facebook while editor of the Quar- Farmacy Beauty, DETAILS Magazine, The NY
terly magazines. She and her husband Bruce Times, NY Daily News, La-Z-Boy, American opportunity to work for the Quarterly
Express Black Ink and Ferrari, Hudson Whiskey magazines. She lives with her husband Brian
have raised their sons, Ken and Colin,
in the Pine Bush area. as well as Orange and Ulster magazines. and they are raising their children, Evan
and Josie in New Hampton, NY.

Acknowledgments First day as a two year old. Go get ‘em Brady.

Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not
live on bread alone, but on every word that
comes from the mouth of God.”
Matthew 4:4

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L ETTE R f ro m t h e e d ito r I N C HI E F Montgomery
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Fresh baked bread. For many, there’s nothing better. When you go
out to eat, it’s usually brought to the table before you even order Owner/Publisher:
your food. If you run out of bread, chances are, they will bring you John E Kidd
more bread. It’s wonderful. It seems very hospitable, but I always Editor:
wondered why a restaurant that wanted you to spend money on
their food, would fill you up on bread before you even ordered your Sharon MacGregor
meal. Well, it turns out that simple carbohydrates like bread actu- Director of Photography:
ally trigger insulin production, which makes you hungrier than
you were before, and you most likely won’t feel any fullness from Michael Bloom
the bread until after you’re done ordering. By the time the main Layout &
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with lies. Ask God to show you how much He loves you, and He will reveal Himself to you.

There is nothing more that God desires than to have a relationship with you.

I hope you enjoy reading, On the Cover:
Mario Balacich:

88 Charles Street Cafe

Photo by Mike Bloom

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This year’s Grand Marshal is Patricia Mary Elizabeth
“Pat” Pskowski. Marc Devitt who chaired the
search committee succinctly summed up what led
to Pat’s nomination. “We simply wanted, especially on this
milestone anniversary of The Ramble, to select someone who
truly exemplifies the very best of St. Patrick and our great
Montgomery community. All of us agreed there was no one
who fits this description better than Pat. It was a privilege to
nominate Pat to the full operating board and satisfying to have
them universally concur.”

Pat is a native of Nutley, New Jersey. The oldest of three girls
and two boys brought into the world by Rose and Salvatore
Strafaci. It was in Nutley she discovered the love of her life
Bernie Pskowski. Fast forward, Pat and Bernie will be married
48 years this coming September. Their union blessed them with
sons John and Brian. The Pskowski clan was later joined by
the welcomed addition of daughter-in-law Melissa upon her
marriage to Brian.

In the early 1970’s, as a newlywed visiting Montgomery, Pat
fell in love with the area. Reminiscing, she recalls how drawn
she was to the way of life found here. She particularly noted
how involved businesses, schools, churches, and organizations
such as the little league were in everyday activity. It was however, the people of the
community who left the strongest impression. Pat says, “To this date, I know it was
the friendliness of the people, their willingness to help one another, their appreciation
of local history, and just plain old civic pride which convinced Bernie and I that this
was where we wanted to call home and raise our children. We love it here now as much
as we did then. The fact our children John, Brian, and Melissa have also chosen to
make Montgomery their home speaks for itself.”

Pat is perhaps best known these days for the role played in operating the popular
Pskowski family restaurant-The Ward’s Bridge Inn. Her community presence
however, extends far beyond Ward’s Bridge. Among other things, Pat is past president
of Montgomery Nursery School where she remains a teacher’s assistant. She holds
the position Treasurer of Holy Name of Mary-Assumption Alter Society, is a member
of the Parish’s Finance Committee, and a long time judge at General Montgomery
festivities. In short, if there is an event or undertaking impacting Montgomery you
are sure to find Pat is part of it.

“This is a special year for the Village’s St. Pat’s Ramble,” said Mayor Steve Brescia. “It Serving Lunch & Dinner
is therefore fitting that such an exceptional person as Pat Pskowski has been chosen. I
and the entire Village Board look forward to proudly marching alongside Pat and the 845.457.1300
Pskowski Family on March 18th.”
135 ward st. (route 17k)
Note: To register your business, organization or family to march in montgomery, ny 12549
the parade please call John or Stella O’Brien at 845-457-6228. For
sponsorship, donations or to purchase a ticket for this year’s raffle call wardsbridgeinn.com
Devitt Management at 845-457-9666. Raffle tickets are $100 each and
are limited. First prize is $4,000. For further information regarding all
Ramble events please visit www.stpatsramble.com.

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Village of Montgomery

Village Hall
133 Clinton Street
Montgomery NY

845-457-9661
www.VillageofMontgomery.org

Greetings from the Village of Montgomery

The planned water filtration plant for the Holt Well Field has been postponed.
The Orange County Dept. of Health, as well as N.Y. State Dept. of Health
both want the Village of Montgomery to do much more testing to ensure that a
filtration plant will solve the brown water issues in the Village, especially in the
Waters Edge residential area. DPW Supt. Buddy Nelson has been investigating
a variety of solutions, and it has been quite complex. We will keep residents
informed of the latest developments.

The Village was approved for a H.U.D. grant to complete the eight-inch water
line replacement on the west-end of Clinton Street. The work is tentatively set
to commence in August. Business owners should be prepared for disruption of business due to the street
being partially or fully closed for approximately one month. The contractor (once the bid is awarded)
and the Village DPW will work with businesses and residents to ensure that the project is as seamless
as possible. This section will be more difficult than last year’s because we will be crossing Union Street.
On the positive side, the downtown center will have enhanced water flow and fire protection.

The Village DPW still plans to begin improvements at the intersection of Union and Clinton Want to fill a need right here in your
Streets. We are waiting on the NY State Dormitory Authority to finalize our approved grant through local community? Become a friendly
Senator Larkin’s Office. The grant calls for some sidewalk and curb replacement as well as drainage visitor. Your support can make a world
improvements. of difference to someone’s life.
Steve Brescia,
Mayor of Montgomery Volunteers can provide any of the
following needed support: Visiting with
Mayor Stephen Brescia 845-629-4329 a neighbor, playing a game, offering
845-629-4513 clerical support, reading or chatting.
Deputy Mayor JoAnn Scheels 845-467-1899 Making a reassuring phone call to a
845-457-9661 neighbor living alone, driving a neighbor
Trustee Darlene Andolsek 845-457-9661 to a medical appointment or to run an
845-457-9661 Ext. 202 errand, helping a neighbor with grocery
Trustee Michael Hembury 845-457-9661 Ext. 201 shopping.
845-457-9661 Ext. 203
Trustee Walter Lindner 845-457-9661 Ext. 208 Contact the Town of Montgomery at
845-457-9661 Ext. 205 457-4138 for more information.
Village Clerk Monserrate Rivera-Fernandez 845-457-9661 Ext. 204
845-457-9037 “To the world, you are one person, to
Deputy Clerk Tina Murphy 845-457-9621 one person, you can be the World.”
845-457-5616
Clerk (p/t) Veronica Richerd 845-457-5321 If not you, who? If not now, when?
845-457-5321
Clerk (p/t) Cathie Raia 845-457-3935
845-457-1403
Village Treasurer David A. Griffith 845-457-7576
845-457-2660
Deputy Treasurer Francine Palmieri
845-457-9661 Ext. 208
Village Court Clerk Barbara Conroy

Building Inspector, Bruce J. Yancewicz, Sr.

Montgomery Free Library

DPW, Superintendent Buddy Nelson

DPW (p/t) Clerk, Cathie Raia

Police Chief Steven Walsh

Village of Montgomery Post Office

Village Historian, Marion Wild

Town of Montgomery

Pat Imbriani GMD Chairperson (p/t) &

Rose Griffith GMD Clerk (p/t)

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By Sharon MacGregor With ancestry that stretches to a small Balacich said, “Well, I buy many of the
Photos by Mike Bloom town in northern Italy, not far from the ingredients fresh, every day and so,
Croatian border, and as a merchant the menu items change depending
Mario Balacich came to Orange marine with previous restaurant on what I buy. The butchering is also
experience, it was not long until the done here, on-site, and I don’t have
County more than 30 years ago and well-loved dining establishment known any freezers so everything is fresh. It’s
when asked what brought him to the as 88 Charles Street Café became a how I was taught and that’s the way it
Village, a smile and a tale of falling landmark business in Montgomery. is,” he smiles.
off the circus truck is told, as well as
sharing his belief that the world ended In the entryway, visitors may pause to Part of the ambiance also includes
at the George Washington Bridge. look over the accolades Balacich has pleasant musical accompaniment
Regardless of how the story begins, in received over the years. First timers provided by a talented piano player.
February 1987, he opened the doors may be a bit surprised to know the No detail is overlooked at 88 Charles
at 88 Charles Street in Montgomery owner is a gregarious, warm man Street Café from fresh flowers on the
rather than the imposing figure he tables to a freshly wiped tablecloth
“Paul Teutel had a garage here,” may appear in photographs. Known between the main course and dessert.
Balacich explains, “and this one whole as not only a successful business man “I am here every morning and am a
side of the restaurant was added on in Montgomery, he is also a long- professional chef. All of the recipes
about fifteen years later,” he waves an time resident and happily married here are mine, but really, I do what I
arm to gesture to the section of the newlywed to Patricia. like to do and haven’t worked one day
dining room with oversized windows. in my life. I have learned if you are late
“I wasn’t sure about all of the details Repeat guests of the restaurant to work, you must not like your job,”
right away. I had restaurants in the are quite familiar with the white Balacich shared.
City and New Jersey, but here we are,” board menu. When asked how this
he smiles. particular style became the standard,

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On a recent, typical, Friday evening, both the steak au
poivre and Caesar salad were prepared in the dining room
and served to guests who appeared quite pleased judging
not only by their expressions, but the clean plates that were
cleared a short time later. Homemade gnocci, and fettucini
are also among the flavorful offerings but for Balacich the
most important food item could be easily overlooked.

“ I keep a basket of bread by the door,” he said. “When
you come here, I want you to feel like you are here to
break bread with me.”

While the baked good by the entrance is visual and symbolic,
the sentiment is sincere and can be exhibited each and every
time you visit.
What better way to spend time with people you care about
then at the dinner table? Balacich is fortunate to have not
only loyal customers and patrons, but guests. Folks who have
visited 88 Charles Street Café regularly through the years as
well as fellow Village residents who truly seem to adore the
owner.
“Just the other night, the Mayor ate here,” said Balacich, “and
I asked him, ‘When are you going to change the name of this
street to Mario Street? Why wait until I’m gone?”
Later, Mayor Steve Brescia was asked if he would like to
respond to Balacich’s lighthearted teasing.
“Mario deserves much more than a street named after him.
He and 88 Charles have been an institution in the Village of
Montgomery. He has had one of the finest restaurants in the
Hudson Valley, and it is a major anchor of our village. Not only
is he a great man but, he is like a mentor with much wisdom.
He is like family member to me and my family as well as so
many other families in the Village,” Mayor Brescia said.

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We wish Mario Balacich continued success and joy in all aspects of life.
The best way to celebrate may be to simply stop by and have a memorable meal.

88 Charles Street Cafe in Montgomery can be reached at (845) 457 – 9850.

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Goo dwill C h u rch

Honor services
concerts
Some readers might already know that nearby in
Newburgh, NY, near the end of the Revolutionary
War in March of 1783, General George
Washington faced a crisis that could have changed
American history. I’m no expert in Revolutionary
War history, but in one of my favorite books
about George Washington, “Sacred Fire,” by Dr.
Peter Lillback and Jerry Newcombe, the story is
told using the writings of Washington himself.
Members of the Army were being withheld pay
owed to them. This had long been a source of
pain and frustration. Though happy at the war’s
outcome, some officers considered rash actions in
order to force congress to pay them. Washington had to step in and stop things
from ending “in blood,” as he wrote in a letter to Alexander Hamilton. And all this
happened just a short drive from the Barnes and Noble off Route 300 where you and
I can now buy books about it and read them while sipping Starbucks coffee!

Here’s what seems so relevant about that episode: Washington stopped the uprising
by appealing to the soldiers’ honor. It is one of many examples of how our country
requires citizens to be people of honor in order for it to function correctly and for us
to overcome obstacles. Washington put it well in a speech he wrote to these men. He
told them that if they did the right thing they would make history by “rising superior
to the pressure of the most complicated sufferings.” This sounds like a great thing to
ask God to help us with today. May God richly bless you and yours in this new year!

God Bless You, For more information or a complete
Pastor John Torres list of our programs and events,
visit us at goodwillchurch.org
or call us at 845-457-5959.

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The Bible tells us in Proverbs 22:6, “Train like this that does so much. These children the classroom, chapel, music, and field
up a child in the way he should go, and grow so quickly in just half a year’s time. trips give them a great foundation.
when he is old he will not depart from The experience of our teachers helps The teachers currently on staff are Ruth
it.” That is the philosophy of the Christian provide such a loving, caring and playful Schwartz and Cheri O’Hare. They are
based preschool in Walden, New York. learning environment for the children, and assisted by Barbara Colandrea, Darlene
For the past 34 years, Trinity Preschool I see so many friendships and bonds being Huckel, and Nickole Stoner. Toddler time
has provided an excellent educational made.” is also a program available for one and two
foundation for many children throughout It is essential that preschool be a positive year olds.
our community. In 2016 the preschool experience for a child so smaller class sizes
welcomed Pamela Burns as the new allow the teachers to provide individual For more information about Trinity
director. Burns, who is an educator and help to students learning at their own Preschool, you can call or visit one of
former principal of both Harmony Christian pace. The children are taught how much the Open Houses held monthly at the
School and Leptondale Christian Academy God loves them during the day, and the school. Visit their website or Facebook
said, “I have never seen a little preschool hands-on education they receive through page for more information.

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The Valley Central Girls basketball program
held its 2nd Annual “PINK OUT” game for
Breast Cancer Awareness on February 6th. The
purpose of the program is to raise donations for
Hudson Valley’s Miles of Hope Breast Cancer
Foundation which helps and supports women
who are fighting breast cancer. The JV and varsity
games were held in Valley Central’s high school
gym against the amazing girls from FDR High
School, the “Presidents”. Players and fans alike
showed their support by wearing pink. Pink
t-shirts and baked goods were available for
purchase and the event raised an even $1,000. .
If you missed the event and would like to donate
to this charitable program, contact Coach Bruce
Chapin at [email protected]. Donations
can be in the form a check and can be made out
to “Miles of Hope BCF”.

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T he typical job description of a in which she provides community reason to pause and say thank you and
town clerk in small towns across service including passionate support of the Walden Women’s Club decided to
the state likely includes a wide the community garden as well as the indeed offer their gratitude in the form
range of responsibilities and duties. spaying/neutering of pets. of recognition.
For many residents, the town clerk is
the first source of information whose According to Stickles on the Town of Walden Women’s Club President, Mary
knowledge probably reaches across all Montgomery website, “… when anyone Ellen Matise presented Stickles with
functions of the town’s government walks into the Town Clerk’s Office a Certificate of Appreciation at the
offices. Lifelong Town of Montgomery they will still be helped to the greatest annual Community Honoree Dinner
resident Tara Stickles has held the extent possible, treated courteously and joining the Walden Women’s Club
position of Town of Montgomery’s and most likely leave with, at the very in recognizing Stickles was Orange
Town Clerk since 2008 with previous least, a smile.” Simply being able to County Legislator Mike Anagnostakis.
roles as first deputy clerk and in consistently reach these goals could be Legislator Anagnostakis awarded
Walden’s municipal office. However, a cause for celebration in today’s hectic Stickles with a Distinguished Service
it is not about the years of experience world. Being able to reach beyond Award.
she brings, but the fullness and depth the normal expectations is indeed a

Photo Provided by Rachel Coleman of the Wallkill Valley Times: (left to right) Orange County Legislator Mike Anagnostakis,
Walden Mayor Susan Rumbold, Honoree Montgomery Town Clerk Tara Stickles, Montgomery Town Councilwoman Cindy
Voss, and Walden Women’s Club President Mary Ellen Matise

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AROUND TOWN

Miss Danielle Quitoni of Montgomery Elementary school said she is, “So #VCProud of Montgomery Nursery School students enjoy their Space Dramatic Play Center.
my second-grade students who worked together to complete the 100 cup STEM challenge
for 100th day!”

Lady Vikings celebrate Senior Night Valley Central High School Performing Arts students attend a voluntary rehearsal for the
musical, 42nd Street which will run March 31 – April 2. Check the upcoming events section
for details

February Exhibit featuring Live Demos at the Wallkill River School. Art Instructor, Gene Bove, demonstrating a live painting during the Wallkill River School’s
Photo by Ellen Quimby February exibit. Photo by Ellen Quimby.

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AROUND TOWN

The Montgomery Elementary School student council held its 6th annual The Souper Montgomery Elementary School kindergarten students visited with and sang to
Bowl food drive to support the Montgomery Food Pantry. The students beat last year’s Montgomery Nursing Home residents on Valentine’s Day as well as gave out valentines.
total number of 4,936 items. wooing residents of the Montgomery Nursing Home.

Walden Savings Bank Heart – The Walden Savings Bank staff dressed in red to support The recent Legal Services of the Hudson Valley Presentation was well attended at the
the American Heart Association’s #GoRedforWomen Campaign! Village of Montgomery Senior Center.

Join us in congratulating Lieutenant Dan Klett as he has just been accepted to join The Berea Elementary School celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday for a whole week, with different
Baltimore City Fire Dept. Dan will be starting probie school with them in the next few themed days. Students decorated their classrooms, voted for their favorite Dr. Seuss
weeks. Be safe brother! character, and participated in themes, each based upon a Dr. Seuss book, every day of the
week.

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Upcoming Events at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 per sheet or 3 for $25. For
more information, please contact Sheila Schwartz at
March 18: St. Pats Ramble Parade and Run will be held (845) 220-8711 or Chris Ann Harper O’Connor at (845)
in the Village of Montgomery. 797-4817.
March 31: 7 p.m., April 1 at 7 p.m. and April 2 at 2 April 11: Open mic night at the Montgomery Book
p.m. Valley Central will perform their spring musical. Exchange located at 13 Union Street from 7 – 9 p.m.
Please check the school website as the date gets closer Area poets of all ages can share their own work or that
for more details at www.vcsd.k12.ny.us of another author. Monthly series held on the second
Tues of each month. Refreshments provided. Call (845)
764 – 1787 or email montgomerybookechange@gmail.
com to sign up.

April 1: Will Spay Pets 7th Annual Gigantic Yard Sale April 23: The Grand Montgomery Chamber Music
will be held at the Montgomery Fire House from 9 a.m. Series presents The Art of Julie Ziavras at the Senior
– 3 p.m. Proceeds benefit the spay/neuter program. Center 36 Bridge Street at 3 p.m.
Accepting donations - tax deductible. Information by
emailing: [email protected]

April 2: Danny Gokey, former American Idol finalist, will April 8-10: Opening Day at the Farmers Museum from
perform at the Goodwill Church 2135 State Route 208 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. to benefit the Jimmy Holbert Memorial
in Montgomery from 7 – 10 p.m. Tickets are available Scholarship Fund. Watch as they pull the “Dream
through thelighthousevents.com Crusher” down the track to win the longest pull in their
April 7: Tricky Tray to benefit the All Night Graduation tractors weight class. Concessions are available on the
party will be held in the Valley Central High School grounds, and the museum’s extensive exhibits are open
cafeteria. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and calling begins for viewing. Admission is always free so stop by and
have fun.

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Photo from “If You Lived in Montgomery” Facebook page.
Caption courtesy of Marion Wild

The Howard House was located on the corner of Clinton and Union Streets. As much of the name may imply, it was not a hotel at all. Rather, the second
floor was empty and used as a hall. On the first floor was a barber shop, and down in the cellar there was sort of a butcher shop. After the turn of the century,
the Howard House was moved and remains the building which is now Ed’s Deli. Mr. Devitt was instrumental in purchasing the Howard House and having
it moved. Soon after the Montgomery Bank was built on the former location, and was later called the First National Bank. A gas light can be seen in the
photo which was one of the few that still remained until electricity came into the Village in 1916

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