Alex Prizgintas will showcase his knowledge of Orange County’s milk industry during the presentation. ( Photo provided) Woodbury historian’s milk bottle presentation hits the road Milk and its related dairy products hold a nostalgic place in many of our hearts, yet there was a time where pure, healthy... Local News 05 Sep 2024 | 11:21
In 2020 and 2021, Woodbury Historical Society President Alex Prizgintas interviewed Walter Stanfield on several occasions, a resident of Highland Mills for over 90 years. Stanfield passed in April 2022. ( Photo provided) Historical Society podcast named among FeedSpot’s ‘Top 20 Best Podcasts’ The Woodbury Historical Society’s podcast, “A Walk Through Woodbury,” was recently selected and honored by FeedSpot as one... Local News 29 Aug 2024 | 04:06
Alex Prizgintas delivers bits of information in his act that provide of the background behind the melodies and the melody makers. ( Photo provided) A new and bigger stage for Woodbury artist For the past two years, Alex Prizgintas has been paying his dues performing at libraries, community centers, historical societies,... Entertainment 07 Aug 2024 | 09:56
Rushmore Memorial Library turns 100 The Woodbury Historical Society celebrated the 100th birthday of the historic Rushmore Memorial Library Building on Saturday,... Local News 29 Jul 2024 | 03:19
Alex Prizgintas with his cello. ( Photo provided) The British Invasion: Two electric cello shows with Alex Prizgintas While the American Blues found its origins in the U.S., the unique sound traveled across the ocean to England were it took... Entertainment 26 Jun 2024 | 11:12
Alex Prizgintas, winner of a 2024 Arts Mid-Hudson grant. ( Photo provided) Local musician, historian awarded Arts Mid-Hudson grant A 2023 recipient of last year’s community arts grant from Orange County, New York Arts Council, Woodbury historian and local... Local News 28 May 2024 | 04:06
Attendees of the hisotrical event. ( Photo provided) Sharing the region’s rich history in historical objects attracts large crowds All we have to say is, wow! The first showing of “Fifty Items that Tell the Story of Southeastern Orange County” was wildly... Letters to the Editor 15 May 2024 | 11:26
A 2023 Thank You I hope that everyone has had a wonderful holiday season as we enter the new year. With the final hours of 2023 at hand, I... Letters to the Editor 01 Jan 2024 | 01:26
Town of Woodbury government office. ( Image by Google Maps) Town budget to keep property tax rate under cap Christmas came early for town of Woodbury residents at the December 7 town board meeting, where news was shared that the... Local News 19 Dec 2023 | 03:12
According to Prizgintas, more than 250 people attended the toy train event. ( Photo courtesy Alex Prizgintas) From historian to musician, Orange County native keeps a busy schedule Coming off from a wildly successful “Legacy Toy Train” show last weekend, Alex Prizgintas will take on a new role this coming... Entertainment 06 Dec 2023 | 12:45
Holiday concert with a touch of history coming soon Alex Prizgintas will be presenting two holiday concerts in the region featuring selections for Christmas, Hanukkah, and those... Entertainment 24 Nov 2023 | 12:09
Woodbury Historical Society President Alex Prizgintas displays some vintage model trains. Woodbury Historical Society dives into the legacy of toy trains From state parks to model trains, the Woodbury Historical Society features a variety of programs sure to delight local history... Entertainment 17 Nov 2023 | 01:24
Woodbury Historical Society members from left to right: Town Historian Leslie Rose, Gatehouse Committee chairperson Joanna Calore, Trustee Walter Stanfield Jr., trustee Robert McCue, and president Alex Prizgintas stand by the new sandwich sign that will grace Route 32 and Weygant Hill Road in Highland Mills, advertising the organization’s visiting hours. Provided photo. Highland Mills. A sign both for - and of - the times The Woodbury Historical Society is making some changes to raise their profile while attracting more members from the community.... Local News 01 Aug 2023 | 01:25
Cellist Alex Prizgintas is one of nine grant recipients. File photo. Orange County Arts Council announces Community Arts Grants recipients The Orange County NY Arts Council (OCAC) announced the 2023 Community Arts Grants recipients. The OCAC Community Arts Grants... Local News 28 Jul 2023 | 03:18
Alex Prizgintas Central Valley. Cellist with eclectic repertoire awarded grant from Orange County Arts Council Some may best know Alex Prizgintas as an academic author and lecturer on topics of regional Hudson River Valley history,... Entertainment 14 Jul 2023 | 02:48
