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Minutes | March 4, 2026

March 10, 2026
10 Mar 2026
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St. Patrick’s Day Parade is THIS SATURDAY 3.14.26 on Main Street in Chestertown.
 
The Parade will be traveling the OPPOSITE direction, lining up at PINE STREET and ending at the American Legion!
Please come out and support your community!!!
 
A big thank you to the American Legion for hosting the conclusion of our parade. 
Let’s hope the weather holds out for us to stay dry (maybe a little cold)
The American Legion in Chestertown will be selling food so please support them.
They will also be accepting donations. 
There will be other vendors, 50/50, bagpipers and who knows what else!? 🙂
 
The Chestertown Firehouse will be selling T-Shirts before the parade and you can order online! 
 
The ADK Foundation is hosting a Adirondack Remote Worker Meet up
This THURSDAY March 12th from 6-7:30pm at The Chestertown Public Library 
Encouraging those who work in the area and work from home to meet up, connect and discover new resources
 
Chestertown Rotary
John Haggman will be speaking on April 21st at Sonrise Lutheran Church at 6pm
Please check the Chestertown Facebook Rotary Page to get involved. 
 
The North Warren Chamber of Commerce 
Downhill Derby was a great success with some fresh snow from the day before.
4 big sleds raced for 1st 2nd 3nd and…a 4th place! 
Everyone has plenty of time to start planning to build something creative and great for next year’s Krazy Downhill Derby! 
 
2026 Spinal Cord Research Benefit will be April 25th at Jimbos from 3-8pm!
Purchase admission tickets from Scott Remington and his Friends
 
Please Donate to the Chrisopher Reeves foundation using 
 
 
We only have 2 Rules
1. One person Speaks at a time
2. Meeting lasts One Hour
 
Next Meeting will be postponed for the month of April and we will continue on our regular schedule 
the first Wednesday of the month on May 6th at 5pm. Location TBD…
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Minutes | February 4, 2026

February 8, 2026
08 Feb 2026
Our Monthly Tri-Lakes Community Alliance Meeting was held at 5PM on February 4th at The Crazy Loon Distillery.
 
17 People in Attending Meeting began at 5:05 PM
 
Christine Remington, President of the Tri-Lakes Community Alliance commenced the meeting with introductions of the 17 people in the room.
In those introductions the following Board members were listed:
Deb Eves, Vice President
Randy Berg, Treasurer 
Emily Monte, Secretary
Cindy Mead, Board Member 
Don Butler (not in attending) Board Member 
 
Christine gave some history of the Tri-Lakes Community Alliance, what we have done and what the community wants us to do. Throughout the meeting we addressed the upcoming events we have planned and events that we would like to propose if we have the volunteers.
 
Brant Lake Winter Carnival –
Saturday February 14, 2026 
at Jimbo’s Club at the Point of Pines Camp in Brant Lake NY. 
The event begins at 1 PM with fry pan tosses, outhouse races and much more winter fun completed with fireworks at the end of the festivities! 
We need VOLUNTEERS!!!! Please email me if you are looking to help us make this event great. 
Lake George TV has featured photos of past Brant Lake Winter Carnivals take a look here- Lake George TV Thank you Lake George TV for the promotion of our event!
Shout out to 
Rogue Logos
PO Box 188, Brant Lake, NY 12815
518-376-0356 
For making some amazing sweatshirts for our event that you can order !
https://brantlakeapparel.square.site/ Make sure you buy yours!
 
 
The Krazy Down Hill Derby will be February 21st at 10AM!

The 2026 Saint Patrick’s Day Parade

is right around the corner!!

March 14,  2026

Time to start getting your group together!

Looking for Floats! 

Groups to March!

School Band!

Chorus! 

Girl Scouts – Boy Scouts- Cub Scouts! 

Local Businesses!

Sports Teams! 

The possibilities are endless!!!!! 

For more information or to sign up please

Contact Christine Remington 

518-223-2856 or [email protected]

The Chestertown Rotary will begin their speaker series 

They have many events and meetings to get involved in,

Check out their facebook page for updates and events 

https://www.facebook.com/chestertownrotary12817

Scott Remington Family & Close Friends Annual Spinal Cord Research Benefit Is Scheduled to be held on April 25th at Jimbo’s Club at the point from 3-8PM 

The Chestertown Farmers Market 

held their first committee meeting

First Chestertown Farmers Market will be June 3rd outside Chester Town Hall 

Events in the planning process/ open areas for the future 

Woofstock Revisited is still in the planning process 

Hope to combine events with The Hub in Brant Lake with Flannel Fest and/or the Brant Lake Duck Race in the Fall 

Taste of the Tri-Lakes 

With more businesses and restaurants opening in our area, the Tri-Lakes Community Alliance would like to plan an event similar to the Taste of The Tri-Lakes that was held with the Tree Lighting Ceremony in December. Hope it can be a Fall or Spring event with music and highlighting the restaurants of our area and promote the businesses in our community. “Beats and Eats?” 🙂 

The American Legion Post 964 in Chestertown can be rented out for parties and events, They have a full kitchen and space if anyone in the area is looking to host. Located at 6311 US Rt. 9, Chestertown NY 12817

The American Legion is also working with the Tri-Lakes Community Alliance as hosting some festivities for our St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 14th, 2026. 

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Minutes | December 11, 2025

December 14, 2025
14 Dec 2025

Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Green Mansions

Attendee List

  • Don Butler (President)
  • Eleven additional attendees (names not specified)
  • Total Attendance: 12

Meeting Objective

  • To review recent community events, plan upcoming activities, receive partner organization updates, and elect officers for 2026.

Agenda Overview

  • Recap of 80’s Night
  • Planning for Brant Lake Winter Carnival
  • Community event updates and future planning
  • Reports from Rotary and Chamber of Commerce
  • Election of 2026 officers
  • Closing remarks and acknowledgments

Detailed Discussion Points

  • Don Butler called the Tri-Lakes Community Alliance meeting to order at 5:30 PM.

80’s Night Recap

  • Attendees shared positive feedback, noting that everyone had fun.
  • The event successfully raised a modest amount of money.
  • The event was held at Green Mansions.

Brant Lake Winter Carnival

  • Scheduled for February 14, 2026, at Jimbo’s in Brant Lake.
  • A committee meeting will be held after Christmas to continue planning.
  • Jimbo’s at the Point Restaurant is currently open for the winter season and accepting reservations.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

  • Scheduled for Saturday, March 14, 2026.

Future Event Planning

  • Planning is underway for a 250th Anniversary of America celebration during the summer of 2026.
  • Woof Stock will be postponed for the year 2026.
  • The Alliance hopes to host “Woof Stock Revisited” in Brant Lake as a one-night music and entertainment event.
  • Discussion included interest in organizing a Taste of the Tri-Lakes event for local businesses, featuring food and music.
    • Potential timing: Spring or Fall of 2026.

Rotary Updates

  • The Tri-Lakes Community Alliance received a Thank You letter from Rotary for:
    • Their contribution and support of the 5K/10K Race.
    • The loan of the Alliance’s PA system for the event.
  • Rotary will host Santa in Chestertown:
    • Saturday, December 13
    • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    • Chestertown Hall

Chamber of Commerce Updates

  • Phase One of town branding is nearing completion, currently in the identification stage.
  • The Chamber will meet with the Town of Johnsburg next week.
  • Moving forward, an individual will need to be appointed to maintain the newly created three-town identity.

Krazy Downhill Derby

  • Scheduled for February 21, 2026, at Dynamite Hill.

Election of Officers – 2026

  • The officers also serve as board members.
  • Proposed slate:
    • Christine Remington — President
    • Debra Eves — Vice President
    • Randy Berg — Treasurer
    • Emily Monte — Secretary
  • Vote called:
    • All in favor: 12
    • Opposed: None
  • Motion carried unanimously.

Final Remarks

  • A heartfelt thank you was extended to Don Butler for his 13 years of service as President of the Tri-Lakes Community Alliance.
  • Don Butler will remain on the board, along with Cindy Mead.
  • Don Butler was recently interviewed by The Sun newspaper regarding his years of involvement; members were encouraged to read the article.

Action Items

  1. Schedule and conduct a committee meeting after Christmas for the Brant Lake Winter Carnival.
  2. Continue planning for:
    • America’s 250th Anniversary celebration (Summer 2026)
    • Woof Stock Revisited (2026)
    • Taste of the Tri-Lakes event (Spring or Fall 2026)
  3. Identify and appoint an individual to maintain the three-town branding identity.

Additional Notes / Observations

  • The meeting reflected strong community engagement, forward-looking planning, and appreciation for long-term leadership and collaboration with partner organizations.

Overall Sentiment

  • The overall tone of the meeting was positive, appreciative, and collaborative, with enthusiasm for future community events and respect for outgoing leadership.
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Minutes | October 8, 2025

October 9, 2025
09 Oct 2025
Meeting Minutes – Tri-Lakes Community Alliance

Date: October 8, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: The P House, Chestertown, NY

Attendee List

11 members in attendance.

Meeting Objective

To review the previous meeting’s minutes, discuss recent and upcoming community events, and share organizational updates from local partners and committees.

Agenda Overview

  1. Recap of the 2025 Farmers Market season
  2. Review of upcoming October community events
  3. Updates from local organizations (Rotary Club, North Warren Chamber of Commerce)
  4. Planning future initiatives and collaborations
  5. Scheduling of next meeting

Detailed Discussion Points

1. Farmers Market Recap

  • Over 14,000 attendees visited the Farmers Market during the 2025 season.
  • Positive feedback from vendors and the community.
  • Planning to expand and improve for the 2026 season.

2. Upcoming Community Events

  • Duck Race & Flannel Festival
    • Date: Saturday, October 11th
    • Location: The Hub, Brant Lake
    • Details:
      • The event combines the annual Duck Race and Flannel Festival.
      • Duck race begins at “the quack of noon.”
      • Tickets: $10 each
      • Vendors: 12 PM – 6 PM
      • Live music begins at 3 PM
      • Family-friendly activities, food, and local craft vendors throughout the day.
  • Scarecrows Among Us Competition
    • Date: Saturday, October 11th
    • Time: 10 AM – 2 PM
    • Location: Chestertown Town Hall
    • Details:
      • Community members and businesses will display themed scarecrows.
      • Judging and awards will take place during the event.
  • 80’s Rewind Party
    • Date: Saturday, October 18th
    • Time: 5 PM – ?
    • Location: Green Mansions
    • Details:
      • Activities include trivia, dance contests, “Big Hair” contest, and “Guess Who’s Who from the 80s.”
      • “Raid Your Parents’ Liquor Cabinet” — $20 per mystery bottle (donation-based).
      • Free admission for all attendees.
  • Haunted House at Forest Lake Camp
    • Date: Saturday, October 25th
    • Time: 2 PM – 5 PM
    • Details:
      • Sponsored by Forest Lake Camp.
      • Features a DJ, spooky treats from The Bandstand Booery, and a newly added Haunted House Maze for both kids and adults.
      • The maze will include themed rooms, jump-scare zones, and interactive spooky scenes.
      • Local businesses and individuals will host decorated cabins throughout the camp, offering candy and goodies to visitors.

3. Upcoming Collaborative Initiatives

  • Business Mixer with Brant Lake Marina
    • Currently in planning — date and time TBD.
    • Intended to promote networking among local businesses and community members.

4. Partner Organization Updates

  • Rotary Club
    • The recent 5K–10K Run was successful, raising approximately $7,000.
    • Upcoming Tree Lighting Ceremony in the Town of Chester, featuring Santa’s visit — date and location TBD.
  • North Warren Chamber of Commerce
    • Ongoing efforts toward rebranding the region and refining the Chamber’s long-term goals.
    • Upcoming Event: Downhill Derby at Dynamite Hill — date TBD.

Additional Notes/Observations

  • Strong community participation and engagement are driving event success across the Tri-Lakes region.
  • Cross-organization collaborations (Alliance, Rotary, Chamber) are fostering unified community growth.
  • October is packed with diverse family-friendly activities encouraging tourism and local business visibility.

Next Meeting

Date: November 2025 (exact date and location TBD)
Adjournment: Meeting concluded at 6:00 PM.

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Minutes | September 10, 2025

September 29, 2025
29 Sep 2025

Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Green Mansions Golf Course

Attendees

  • Board Members / Officers:
    • Don Butler (President)
    • Christine Remington ( VP )
    • Randy Berg ( Treasurer )
    • Emily Monte (Secretary)
  • Other Attendees:
    • 9 additional community members (13 total in attendance)

Agenda

  1. Call to Order and Approval of Agenda
  2. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
  3. Committee & Project Updates
    • Electronic Bulletin Board
    • Chestertown Farmers Market
  4. Chamber of Commerce Updates
    • Duck Race
    • Downhill Derby
  5. Community Events & Announcements
    • Chestertown Rotary 5k/10k
    • Forest Lake Camp Haunted House
    • Scarecrows Among Us Contest
    • Tri-Lake Community Alliance 80’s Dance Party
    • Rotary Grant for Picnic Tables
    • Woofstock 2026
  6. Additional Acknowledgments
    • Scholarship Thank-You
  7. Adjournment

1. Call to Order and Approval of Agenda

  • Meeting called to order at 5:00 PM by President Don Butler.
  • Attendance confirmed (13 present).

2. Committee & Project Updates

Electronic Bulletin Board:

  • Committee members: Deborah Eves, Don Butler, Randy.
  • Installation is underway; board will be lit and operational by Monday, September 15, 2025.
  • Project funded jointly by the North Warren Chamber of Commerce and the Tri-Lake Community Alliance.

Chestertown Farmers Market:

  • Season concluded on September 10, 2025.
  • Ran for 15 weeks at Chestertown Hall with over 14,000 visitors.

3. Chamber of Commerce Updates

Duck Race:

  • Event will be discontinued this season; will not be held on Columbus Day weekend.

Downhill Derby:

  • Scheduled to continue this winter; further updates to follow.

4. Community Events & Announcements

Chestertown Rotary 5k/10k Race:

  • Scheduled for Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Chestertown Hall.

Forest Lake Camp Haunted House:

  • October 25, 2025, 2:00–6:00 PM.
  • Free community event; sponsorship opportunities available through the North Warren Chamber of Commerce.
  • Sponsors encouraged to contribute; flyer provided.

Scarecrows Among Us Competition:

  • October 11, 2025, 10:00 AM–12:30 PM at Chestertown Hall.
  • Organized in conjunction with the Haunted House event.
  • Registration and sign-up through the North Warren Chamber of Commerce.

Tri-Lake Community Alliance 80’s Dance Party:

  • October 18, 2025, 5:00 PM–? at Green Mansions Golf Course.
  • Activities include DJ, wine-pull fundraiser, trivia, 80’s dance competitions, and “Biggest Hair” contest.

Rotary Grant for Picnic Tables:

  • Announced by Deb Eves.
  • Chestertown Rotary received a grant for wheelchair-accessible picnic tables.
  • Tables will be placed in Horicon, Adirondack, Chester, and Pottersville areas.

Woofstock 2026:

  • Event rescheduled; now to be held in September 2026.

5. Additional Acknowledgments

  • Jeremiah Granger expressed thanks to the Tri-Lake Community Alliance for awarding him a scholarship.

6. Adjournment

  • Meeting adjourned at approximately 6:00 PM.
  • Next meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 8, 2025.
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