🌱 Why Kerhonkson Elementary chose this principal to lead its next chapter
Kerhonkson, New York Patch AM: a 4 min readCheers Kerhonkson! We’re back, helping you stay up to date with what’s happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why Kerhonkson Elementary chose this principal to lead its next chapter
- How to reach Lake Minnewaska’s turquoise views from Kerhonkson
- Planning your first hike at Minnewaska in Kerhonkson this summer?
Also on today's calendar: Classic Design Luncheon & Lecture: Beyond Blue and White with Genevieve Wheeler-Brown and 1 more event.
Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 84 and low of 51 degrees.
- Thursday: Very warm with sunshine, temps: high: 88, low: 55. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 89 and low of 62 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Cairo-Durham principal announces departure to Ulster County school district (news10.com) — Kerhonkson families will see new leadership at Kerhonkson Elementary School this summer, as longtime Cairo-Durham Elementary principal Christopher Stein takes over on July 1. Rondout Valley officials praise his collaborative style and focus on positive school culture, while Stein says he’s excited for the new chapter and committed to a smooth transition from his current district. 
• 11 Easy Lakeside Hikes In New York That End With A Picture-Perfect View (takingthekids.com) — One of the featured easy lake hikes is the Lake Minnewaska loop, starting right at 5281 Route 44-55 in Kerhonkson and circling a turquoise sky lake with big cliffside views. The piece highlights that this 1.9‑mile trail is wide, well-marked, kid‑friendly, and perfect for lingering with snacks and a camera, while also suggesting ten other scenic lakeside walks around New York State.
• 13 Beginner-Friendly Hikes In New York To Tackle This Summer (takingthekids.com) — Among thirteen beginner hikes statewide, this guide spotlights Minnewaska State Park Preserve at 5281 Route 44-55 in Kerhonkson, where an easy five‑mile loop circles a dramatic sky lake with summer swimming. It explains how close the park is to New York City, notes weekend parking pressures and reservation needs, and stresses that Minnewaska’s flat, scenic trails are ideal for new hikers from the Kerhonkson area and beyond.
📸 Around Kerhonkson
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Classic Design Luncheon & Lecture: Beyond Blue and White with Genevieve Wheeler-Brown →
Jay Heritage Center, 210 Boston Post Rd, Rye
11:30 am
Wednesday June 17
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Other local events
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LaFamilia Swinging Blues — Stonehouse Tavern →
Stone House Tavern, 4802 US-209, Accord
6:30 pm -
Fermentation Festival 2026 →
155 N Ohioville Rd, New Paltz
11:00 am -
The Wood Brothers →
Arrowood Farms, 236 Lower Whitfield Rd, Accord
5:30 pm
Friday June 12
Saturday June 13
📣 Kerhonkson Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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NPCSD - BOE Mtg (Link to livestream located under BOE tab/BOE annou
New Paltz Central School District Address 196 Main Street, New Paltz, NY 12561
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BOE Mtg (Link to livestream located under BOE tab/BOE announcments)
Lenape Elementary School Eugene L. Brown Drive, New Paltz, NY 12561
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Seal of Biliteracy Celebration Ceremony
Pine Bush High School 118 State Route 302, Pine Bush, NY 12566
6:00 pm -
Elementary Spring Concert
Ellenville Central School District Ellenville, NY 12428
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Bryan Dunn — Stonehouse Tavern →
Stone House Tavern, 4802 US-209, Accord
6:30 pm -
Annual Master Gardener Program Great Plant Swap and Sale
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County 232 Plaza Road, Kingston, NY 12401
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FREE Surprise Family Movie
Ellenville Public Library and Museum 40 Center Street, Ellenville, NY 12428
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Full Circle Fest: A Community Celebration →
The Living Room at Full Circle, 297 Bruynswick Rd, Gardiner
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Painted Blue Sky →
Gardiner Brewing Company, 699 NY-208, Gardiner
3:30 pm
Wednesday June 3
Friday June 5
Saturday June 6
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💬 Chatter
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- High Falls….
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- Dunkin' posted a job opening for Crew Member in Kerhonkson. Apply here.
- Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. posted a job opening for Activities Assistant in Accord. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kerhonkson here.
🗞 Nearby News
Ellenville
- Ellenville Regional Hospital awarded grant from Mother Cabrini Health Foundation (riverreporter.com)
- Ulster County's Free Nature Bus Returns for 2026 Season (wjffradio.org)
- THE GERMAN to Make World Premiere at Durango PlayFest (broadwayworld.com)
Wawarsing
- Wawarsing mulls moratorium on data centers and battery storage facilities (dailyfreeman.com)
- Ulster Democrat's bill would diminish GOP ability to bring up resolutions (dailyfreeman.com)
- Election 2026: Oberacker, Portelli face off in GOP primary for 19th Congressional District (dailyfreeman.com)
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