The Ice Rink will be open today, February 17th, from 3-5 pm. Please continue to check back for today’s evening hours- depending on the weather.
THE TOWN CLERK’S OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH.
THE TOWN OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH, FOR PRESIDENTS’ DAY.
THE TOWN OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH, FOR PRESIDENTS’ DAY.
Please take notice, the Town Board of the Town of Hoosick will hold a Regular Town Board Meeting at 6:30 pm on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 80 Church Street,
Hoosick Falls, NY 12090
Please see the attached agenda.
The Town Offices will be closed today, Saturday, February 7, 2026, due to the weather.
Kiwanis Free Ice Skating!! February 14th from 1-5 PM at the Ice Rink!
FREE skating and rentals, hot chocolate, and cookies. Door prizes too!
Sponsored by the Hoosick Falls Kiwanis Club
FREE skating and rentals, hot chocolate, and cookies. Door prizes too!
Sponsored by the Hoosick Falls Kiwanis Club
February’s Town of Hoosick Zoning Board Meeting, scheduled for 2/10/26, is cancelled, as no new applications were received.
Weekend hours for the Ice Rink:
January 31st: 1 - 3 pm
February 1st: 1 - 4 pm
See you on the ice!
January 31st: 1 - 3 pm
February 1st: 1 - 4 pm
See you on the ice!
The Rensselaer County Ambulance and Rescue Association has an🚑 EMT Class Alert! (Initial + Re-Cert) 🚑 They are planning an EMT Initial course and an EMT Re-Cert course. They are building their class list now! Class starts February 23rd and finishes the first week in June. Follow the link and complete the application: https://rc-ara.org/
First Lady Dolley Madison: the Queen of Washington - Hoosick Township Historical Society
(Snow date February 19th) This event is free and sponsored by Heritage Family Credit Union!
Step back into the early days of the American republic and meet the charming and influential Dolley Madison, one of the most beloved First Ladies in U.S. history. This free public program takes place on Thursday, February 12 at 6:00 PM at the Louis Miller Museum, 166 Main Street, Hoosick Falls. A snow date is set for February 19th. Dolley Madison was far more than a presidential spouse. Born into a Quaker family, Dolley Payne Todd was widowed at a young age before marrying James Madison, future President of the United States. In the rough-and-tumble early years of “Washington City,” Dolley emerged as a powerful social and political force, transforming a muddy, unfinished capital into a vibrant center of civic life. When President James Madison and “Lady President” Dolley Madison moved into the so-called “President’s Palace,” the building was little more than an unfurnished shell. Congress was notorious for its rowdy behavior, and the city itself lacked polish or social cohesion. Dolley changed all that. Through her elegant gatherings, warm personality, and keen political instincts, she “polished” Washington City, earning admiration across party lines. Dolley Madison’s courage was most famously displayed during the British invasion of Washington in 1814. As enemy forces approached and the city was set ablaze, she refused to flee until she had secured important government papers and arranged for the rescue of the iconic portrait of George Washington, risking her own safety to preserve national treasures. Beloved well into her later years, Dolley Madison remained the social heart of the capital, affectionately known as the “Queen of Washington.” This engaging program brings her remarkable story to life and offers audiences a vivid look at the woman who helped define the role of First Lady.
Questions? Contact Joyce Brewer at 518-258-5772 or staff@hoosickhistory.com
(Snow date February 19th) This event is free and sponsored by Heritage Family Credit Union!
Step back into the early days of the American republic and meet the charming and influential Dolley Madison, one of the most beloved First Ladies in U.S. history. This free public program takes place on Thursday, February 12 at 6:00 PM at the Louis Miller Museum, 166 Main Street, Hoosick Falls. A snow date is set for February 19th. Dolley Madison was far more than a presidential spouse. Born into a Quaker family, Dolley Payne Todd was widowed at a young age before marrying James Madison, future President of the United States. In the rough-and-tumble early years of “Washington City,” Dolley emerged as a powerful social and political force, transforming a muddy, unfinished capital into a vibrant center of civic life. When President James Madison and “Lady President” Dolley Madison moved into the so-called “President’s Palace,” the building was little more than an unfurnished shell. Congress was notorious for its rowdy behavior, and the city itself lacked polish or social cohesion. Dolley changed all that. Through her elegant gatherings, warm personality, and keen political instincts, she “polished” Washington City, earning admiration across party lines. Dolley Madison’s courage was most famously displayed during the British invasion of Washington in 1814. As enemy forces approached and the city was set ablaze, she refused to flee until she had secured important government papers and arranged for the rescue of the iconic portrait of George Washington, risking her own safety to preserve national treasures. Beloved well into her later years, Dolley Madison remained the social heart of the capital, affectionately known as the “Queen of Washington.” This engaging program brings her remarkable story to life and offers audiences a vivid look at the woman who helped define the role of First Lady.
Questions? Contact Joyce Brewer at 518-258-5772 or staff@hoosickhistory.com
200th Anniversary Committee Meeting
January 28 from 6 - 7 pm
Hoosick Falls Village Municipal Building
Join us as we work on plans for the 200th Anniversary of the Village of Hoosick Falls!! We promise you will love being involved!!
Questions? Contact Joyce Brewer: 518-258-5772 or tjbrewer4942@gmail.com
https://www.hoosick.gov/o/toh/page/bicentennial
January 28 from 6 - 7 pm
Hoosick Falls Village Municipal Building
Join us as we work on plans for the 200th Anniversary of the Village of Hoosick Falls!! We promise you will love being involved!!
Questions? Contact Joyce Brewer: 518-258-5772 or tjbrewer4942@gmail.com
https://www.hoosick.gov/o/toh/page/bicentennial
The Town Offices will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026, due to the winter storm.
The Ice Rink is open tonight, Friday, 1/23, from 4-7 pm.
The Rink will be closed Saturday, 1/24, due to the predicted wind chill temperatures, and closed Sunday, 1/25, due to the predicted snow!
Weather permitting, we will be open again starting on Wednesday, 1/28.
Thank you!
The Rink will be closed Saturday, 1/24, due to the predicted wind chill temperatures, and closed Sunday, 1/25, due to the predicted snow!
Weather permitting, we will be open again starting on Wednesday, 1/28.
Thank you!
With the cold weather that is expected, we will be making ice and are planning to open the Ice Rink on Wednesday, 1/21/26! We were happy to offer the community free skating over the holidays, but going forward this season, we will be charging to help cover operating costs for this recreational amenity. Thank you!
We will offer:
$3 Open Skate
$1 Skate Rentals
$1 Hot Cocoa
We Will Be Open (Weather Permitting):
Wednesday - Friday from 4 - 7 pm
Saturday & Sunday from 1 - 4 pm
The Louis Miller Museum will host an engaging historical program, Haudenosaunee in the American Revolution, on January 15 at 6:00 p.m. at the museum, located at 166 Main Street, Hoosick Falls. The FREE program will feature Town Historian Rick Ferrannini, along with David and Duane Honyoust of the Onondaga Nation, who will explore the vital and complex role of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois Confederacy) during the American Revolution. The speakers will discuss alliances, cultural perspectives, and the lasting impact of the Revolutionary era on Native nations in the region. This event offers a unique opportunity to learn directly from historians and Indigenous voices about a pivotal period in local and national history. The program is open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early, as seating may be limited.
Questions? Contact Joyce Brewer:
518-258-5772
tjbrewer4942@gmail.com
Questions? Contact Joyce Brewer:
518-258-5772
tjbrewer4942@gmail.com
The Town Clerk’s Office will be closed on Saturday, January 17th. The Town of Hoosick Offices will be closed on Monday, January 19th, for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday.
The Rensselaer County Soil & Water Conservation District is holding its annual Tree & Shrub Sale and is now accepting pre-orders! Click on the link below to see the selection and order! Order pick-ups will be in Hoosick Falls at the ice rink on April 17th & 18th! https://www.renscoconservationstore.com/tree-sale
January’s Town of Hoosick Zoning Board Meeting, scheduled for 1/13/26, is cancelled, as no new applications were received.
The Town Board is starting 2026 off with an Organizational Meeting from 6 -7 pm and a Regular Town Board Meeting at 7 pm, tonight, January 12th. To view the agenda, please visit our website: https://tinyurl.com/y6uj8xfk
The Town Board held a special meeting on January 1st to appoint Chris Bettis as Councilperson, along with the swearing in of Eric Sheffer as Town Supervisor, William Hanselman as Deputy Supervisor, Councilperson Gerald McAuliffe, Hoosick Town Justice Tom Restino, Town Clerk Holli Cross, and Town Highway Superintendent Paul Hoag.
Last month's Town Board meeting was bittersweet as we wished Mark Surdam a happy retirement, and recognized him for his many years of dedication to the Town of Hoosick and 12 years spent as Town Supervisor. Presentations were given by many, including Eric Sheffer on behalf of the Town Council, Bruce Patire on behalf of the Rensselaer County Legislature, Rich Crist for Steve McLaughlin, Assemblyman Scott Bendett's Representative, Rick Ferranini as Town Historian, Mary Surdam on behalf of Mark's family, and Rick Tinkham for the Armory Board, as well as many others who came out to show their support and appreciation. We’ll miss you this month, Mark, but wish you all the best! Thank you for your service and happy retirement!!
