News Briefs: November 2, 2023
Advisory Council To Meet
NEW YORK STATE— An open meeting of the Home Energy Assistance Program Block Grant Advisory Council will be hosted online using WebEx software on Thursday, November 2, 2023, at 1 p.m. The New York State HEAP Block Grant Advisory Council is consulted in the development of the HEAP State Plan and in the coordination of energy-related programs.
The HEAP Block Grant Advisory Council is composed of representatives from state and local government, energy suppliers, and low-income advocates. The Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance will provide a webcast of this meeting in real time on October 2, 2023, at: https://vimeo.com/event/2656267.
Mall Hosts Cancer Screenings
ONEONTA—Bassett Healthcare Network and the Cancer Services Program of the Central Region will offer no-cost cancer screenings at Southside Mall from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, November 8. Free mammograms, breast exams, pelvic exams, Pap tests, and HPV tests are available to eligible uninsured and underinsured individuals 40 and older. Insurance is billed for those with insurance. Free colon cancer screening take-home kits are available for eligible uninsured and underinsured individuals age 45+ and can be sent by mail. Call 1-888-345-0225 to schedule an appointment and check eligibility.
CCP Announces Production
WORCESTER—The Catskill Community Players will present “The Savannah Sipping Society,” by Jones, Hope and Wooten, at the historic Wieting Theatre in Worcester at 8 p.m. on November 3 and 4, and at 2 p.m. on November 5. The heartwarming comedy is directed by Lissa Sidoli and boasts five local actresses: Emily Begin, Diane Stammel, Maria Johnson, Mary Fralick and a surprise fifth actor. According to a release, the play features four unique women who are brought together by fate at a yoga class and help one another handle a series of unexpected and challenging life events. Tickets are $20.00 or $15.00 for seniors and students. They are available at the door or at www.catskillplayers.org.
Children’s Choir To Perform
COOPERSTOWN—The Cooperstown Children’s Choir, featuring local singers aged 7-12, will perform its first concert of the season as part of the Village Library’s Day of the Dead celebrations at 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 4. The show will take place in the upstairs ballroom and will feature pop and rock classics, solo singers, dance moves and holiday selections. The Library’s celebrations will include a full day of games, stories, crafts and family-friendly fun from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will be hosted in part by the Cooperstown Graduate Program.