Category: Albion

You Don’t See That Every Day!!!

I go through Mount Albion Cemetery 3-4 times a week to water the crocks on our family graves – sometimes more often, if it is a particularly hot/dry spell – sometimes less often, if we’re getting a lot of rain. But, in general, I… Continue Reading “You Don’t See That Every Day!!!”

It Happened At The Fair

The last week in July is fair week in our town…..the Orleans County 4-H Fair, to be specific! All the 4-H-ers work hard all year long for the chance to show off their efforts at the fair. I love the fair! I love the… Continue Reading “It Happened At The Fair”

Thank a Farmer!

IF YOU ATE, TODAY….. THANK A FARMER!!! Farmers are the backbone and foundation of this great country! Locally, we live in a major farming community. Orleans County, like much of Western NY, depends on farmers to keep our economy going and our citizens fed.… Continue Reading “Thank a Farmer!”

Cycling the Erie Canal

I had a great adventure, today! I didn’t leave the Village of Albion. I didn’t knock anything off my Adventure Bucket List. I didn’t go exploring or visit any exciting location. But, it was a great adventure, just the same! Every year, about 500-600… Continue Reading “Cycling the Erie Canal”

As Seen on the Fourth of July

The Fourth of July – a gorgeous day – one that just begged to be enjoyed to the fullest! So, this morning I finished up some yard work I started yesterday, read a little, wrote a little, and then took off for a long… Continue Reading “As Seen on the Fourth of July”

First Friday – Marti’s On Main Art Gallery

I have been back home for almost four years, now, and I still keep finding all these wonderful treasures in and around little ole Albion, NY! I have to confess – this is one I have been meaning to stop in to see for… Continue Reading “First Friday – Marti’s On Main Art Gallery”

New Toy

I got a new toy…..a Nikon D3200 camera!!! Oh, I love the photos I take with my iPhone – it takes great photos, it is easy to use, and I always have it with me! But….there’s always a “but”…..there are situations where I don’t… Continue Reading “New Toy”

The Bread Man

Last night I went to a very enjoyable event at the Pullman church in Albion. The event was put on by the Friends of the Swan Library as a fundraiser. I had planned to go, but neglected to put it on my calendar, so…..as… Continue Reading “The Bread Man”

Concert on the Canal – 06-18-15

Tonight kicked off this year’s Concerts on the Canal series. Every Thursday until August 13th there will be a free concert right there on the canal at the end of Platt Street behind the fire department and Village Hall in good ole Albion, NY.… Continue Reading “Concert on the Canal – 06-18-15”

2015 Albion Strawberry Festival

This past weekend our town enjoyed the much anticipated annual Strawberry Festival! Every June the village puts on a huge celebration marking the start of the strawberry season with a two day festival and the best and largest local parade in the area! Here… Continue Reading “2015 Albion Strawberry Festival”