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Sweet Dahlia Farm & Florals, “will be opening our stand this weekend only for a quick Easter pop-up from Saturday–Sunday (4/4–4/5), or until sold out, with limited availability. We’ll have assorted mixed tulip bouquets, daffodil bunches, pussy willow bunches, and small bud vase and mason jar arrangements available. We are located at 4625 State Highway 30 in Esperance, and there is a self-serve stand at the end of the driveway.”
Dairy Carnival’s spring hours are Wednesday through Monday from 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM; closed Tuesdays. Visit their window at 3673 US-20, Sloansville.
Thursday, April 2nd from 11 AM - 5 PM, Cute & Wicked Candles reopens in their new location; 152 Main St., Suite 1, “We can’t wait to welcome the community into our new space here in Esperance and share everything we’ve been creating. There’s a lot of excitement behind the scenes as we get ready to reopen our shop this Thursday. What started as a small space has grown into something we’re truly proud of, and we’re so grateful to be part of this community. We’ve been working hard to fill the shelves with our handcrafted candles, luxury scents, and body care products. We’re especially excited to begin offering small classes and creative experiences in the near future.”
Lots going on at Village Hall (115 Church Street) - come April 3rd for the last Esperance Volunteer Fire Department Fish Fry Friday Dinner served with mac and cheese, coleslaw, dinner roll & dessert will be available from 5 PM until supplies sell out ($15 per dinner; cash, check, or Venmo accepted). Then we will see you on April 4th for the 9 AM Budget Hearing. Village Hall rental is available (donations are appreciated; call the Village Office at 518-875-9044 for more information). The second Monday of each month is the regular Village meeting at 7 PM; April’s meeting will be on the 13th.
Town Board meetings are every third Thursday of the month at Town Hall (104 Charleston Street); April’s meeting will be on the 16th.
Have you signed up for Esperance notifications through TextMyGov yet? Text “Esperance” to 91896. This information was provided by Mayor Royce Gage and will allow you to receive important notifications right to your phone. Reminder from the Mayor: please pick up after your dog on walks and watch out for pedestrians walking in the Village and at the playground.
Less than two weeks away: The Esperance Historical Society’s “Annual Membership Meeting is coming up on Sunday, April 12th at 1:30 PM at Two Saps Sap House (303 Cripplebush Road, Central Bridge). We’ll start with a brief meeting and election of officers, while enjoying a full breakfast with pancakes, eggs, sausage, cookies, coffee, orange juice, and plenty of maple syrup. After breakfast, join us for a special program with Vic DiSanto, a retired museum professional, Army veteran, and associate at the Iroquois Museum. Vic will share the stories behind 17 Revolutionary War flags, exploring how these early American banners united troops, and helped shape a new nation. We hope to see you there!” And, “Find us at the Village-Wide Garage Sale; We are excited to participate in the Esperance Village-Wide Garage Sale on Saturday, May 16 from 9 to 2 PM! We’ll be opening the barn doors for another blow-out sale featuring books, picture frames, artwork, Christmas decorations, and lots of housewares from cups and glasses to small appliances. You may even find a few antiques and vintage items. Stop by and check out our bargains!” The Esperance Historical Society would like your help, “We’re looking for friendly faces to welcome visitors at the Esperance Historical Museum this summer, and we’d love to have you on board. We call our greeters “docents” (which is just a fancy way of saying you’ll hang out with fellow history buffs who stop by to explore the museum). It’s easy, no experience required! In between visitors, you’ll have time to flip through our incredible coll