Society to hold children’s events

The Beacon Historical Society will host two summer workshops for students. On Saturday, July 21, at 11 a.m., children in preschool to first grade are invited to learn about the “dummy light” on the east end of Main Street while making a puppet.

On Saturday, Aug. 11, second- and third-graders can design a stamp and postcard while hearing about President Theodore Roosevelt’s role in creating the post office system. Registration is required by calling 845-831-0514.

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