The Red Hook Democratic Committee is pleased to offer a $500 scholarship to a student of the Red Hook High School who is graduating in 2011. Candidates must meet the following criteria: Graduate from Red Hook High School in June 2011 Have subsequent study plans in the 2011-12 academic year; this could be attending college, university, technical institute, vocational training, trade school or other postsecondary education program or a non-paid internship; Demonstrate a commitment to your community; Complete the following application; Create a project; the project guidelines are on the next page; projects will be evaluated in terms of creativity, quality of thought, research and persuasive expression; Please complete all sections of the scholarship application. Project and application form must be submitted or postmarked no later than Monday, April 11, 2011.

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The Red Hook Democrats and their families and supporters gathered together under the Red Hook Recreation Park Pavilion to celebrate Independence Day. Children ran beneath the sprinkler in the 90 degree heat while the adults enjoyed the chicken, burgers and hot dogs cooked up by Ed Blundell and the numerous dishes and desserts brought by the attendees. Many thanks to all who participated and to Micki Strawinski and Ed Blundell for organizing the event.

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Democrats honor Glenn Goldstein & Susan Goodman-Goldstein Democrats from Red Hook and elsewhere in Dutchess County gathered at the farm of Chris and Sarah Gilbert to salute longtime Democratic activists Glenn Goldstein and Susan Goodman Goldstein. Many thanks to all who attended and to Vicky Perry and Sarah Gilbert for organizing the event.

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