📆 BETHELEHEM AREA EVENTS

🐟🌿 TROUT, STREAMS & OUTDOOR ADVENTURE! RCS STUDENTS RELEASE TROUT INTO COEYMANS CREEK 🌿🐟

💊🚨 ALBANY COUNTY RECEIVES MORE OPIOID SETTLEMENT FUNDING TO FIGHT ADDICTION 🚨💊

🌎📚🏆 BETHLEHEM STUDENTS EARN TOP HONORS IN WORLD LANGUAGES! 🏆📚🌎

🎨🐴❤️ THE ART OF US EXHIBIT NOW ON DISPLAY AT BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY ❤️🐴🎨

Introducing the Bethlehem Area Live Community Calendar

JUNE 8th - Monday

JUNE 9th - Tuesday

JUNE 10th - Wednesday

JUNE 11th - Thursday

🐟🌿 TROUT, STREAMS & OUTDOOR ADVENTURE! RCS STUDENTS RELEASE TROUT INTO COEYMANS CREEK 🌿🐟

Learning came to life for students at Pieter B. Coeymans Elementary School as they wrapped up another exciting year participating in the Trout in the Classroom program! 🎣💧

Throughout the school year, students explored trout ecology, conservation, watersheds, ecosystems, and water quality through this hands-on environmental education experience. While this year's trout eggs did not successfully hatch, students gained a valuable lesson about the challenges and unpredictability of working with living organisms.

Thanks to fingerling trout provided through the program, students were still able to observe the growth and development of the fish firsthand. They spent months caring for the trout, monitoring water conditions, and learning what it takes to maintain a healthy aquatic environment. 🌎🐟

The program's grand finale took place in May when Pieter B.'s fifth graders traveled to South Bethlehem Park to release the trout into Coeymans Creek with assistance from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.

The day offered much more than a fish release! Students:

🔍 Searched for aquatic insects that help indicate stream health
🎨 Created watercolor paintings using creek water
🎣 Learned fly-fishing casting techniques from local volunteers
🌿 Explored the importance of protecting local waterways and ecosystems

Programs like Trout in the Classroom provide unforgettable experiences that connect science, conservation, and outdoor learning while helping students develop a deeper appreciation for the natural world right here in our community.

👏 A big thank you to the teachers, volunteers, NYSDEC staff, and everyone who helped make this year's program a success!

Have your children participated in Trout in the Classroom? Share your favorite memories below! ⬇️

#RCSCSD #PieterBCoeymans #TroutInTheClassroom #CoeymansCreek #OutdoorEducation #EnvironmentalEducation #STEMLearning #ConservationMatters #SouthBethlehem #FutureStewards #RCSPride #BethlehemLocalNews #CommunityNews #CapitalRegionKids 🐟🌿🎣💙

💊🚨 ALBANY COUNTY RECEIVES MORE OPIOID SETTLEMENT FUNDING TO FIGHT ADDICTION 🚨💊

Albany County will receive an additional $4.6 million over the next 12 years as part of nationwide opioid settlements with pharmaceutical companies, including CVS and Walgreens, county officials announced this week.

The funding is intended to help communities address the devastating impact of the opioid epidemic and support prevention, recovery, and treatment programs throughout the county. ❤️

To date, Albany County has already received:
💰 $8.4 million in opioid settlement funds

And now, county leaders are putting the next round of funding to work.

🏥 First Round of Grants Announced

County Executive Dan McCoy announced that:
💵 $460,000 in grants

will be awarded to organizations focused on addiction recovery and prevention.

The funding includes:

🤝 $200,000 for Healthy Capital District's Certified Recovery Peer Advocate Program

This program connects individuals seeking recovery with trained peer advocates who have experienced addiction themselves and can help guide others through treatment and recovery.

🏫 $260,000 for the Addiction Care Center of Albany's School-Based Prevention Program

The funding will help expand prevention and education efforts into additional schools, including:

📚 Voorheesville Middle School
📚 Berne-Knox-Westerlo Middle School
📚 Albany Leadership Academy

❤️ Prevention and Recovery Remain Priorities

County officials emphasized that while opioid-related deaths have declined significantly in recent years, the work is far from over.

📉 Albany County recorded 58 opioid-related deaths last year.

While that represents a substantial decline from four years ago, addiction continues to impact families and communities throughout the Capital Region.

🏡 Why This Matters Locally

Substance abuse and addiction affect communities of every size, including many families right here in Albany County.

Programs funded through these settlement dollars help provide:

✅ Prevention education for students
✅ Recovery support services
✅ Community outreach programs
✅ Access to treatment resources

Many local leaders view these funds as an opportunity to help prevent future addiction while supporting those already on the path to recovery.

❤️ Every life saved matters.

🔗 Read more:
https://cbs6albany.com/news/local/albany-county-to-receive-46m-more-in-opioid-settlement-funds-over-12-years

#AlbanyCounty #OpioidCrisis #RecoveryMatters #MentalHealthAwareness #CapitalRegion #CommunityHealth #AddictionRecovery #Voorheesville #BethlehemNY #PreventionEducation #CommunitySupport #BethlehemLocalNews #HopeAndHealing ❤️💊🤝

🌎📚🏆 BETHLEHEM STUDENTS EARN TOP HONORS IN WORLD LANGUAGES! 🏆📚🌎

Bethlehem Central High School students are proving that learning another language opens doors to the world! 🎉

An incredible 68 members of the BCHS Class of 2026 have earned the prestigious New York State Seal of Biliteracy, recognizing a high level of proficiency in two or more languages. This achievement demonstrates not only academic excellence, but also the ability to communicate across cultures and communities in an increasingly connected world. 🌍✨

The celebrations don’t stop there!

More than 140 Bethlehem students in grades 9-12 were recognized for outstanding performance on national language assessments, including Le Grand Concours (National French Exam) and the National Spanish Exam. Students earned Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Honorable Mention distinctions, placing them among some of the top language learners in the country. 🇫🇷🇪🇸

These accomplishments reflect years of hard work, dedication, and the support of Bethlehem’s outstanding world language educators. Whether mastering French, Spanish, or additional languages, these students are developing skills that will serve them well in college, careers, travel, and global citizenship.

👏 Congratulations to all of the Seal of Biliteracy recipients and National Language Exam honorees! The Bethlehem community is proud of your commitment to learning, cultural understanding, and academic excellence.

Your achievements remind us that language is more than words—it’s a bridge connecting people, ideas, and opportunities around the world. 🌎❤️

Link to Original Article: https://www.bethlehemschools.org/bchs-students-honored-for-achievements-in-world-languages/

#BethlehemNY #BethlehemCentral #BCHS #SealOfBiliteracy #WorldLanguages #StudentSuccess #AcademicExcellence #FutureLeaders #FrenchExcellence #SpanishExcellence #EaglesPride #BethlehemLocalNews #ThisIsBethlehemNY 🎓🌍🦅

If you're visiting the Bethlehem Public Library this month, be sure to stop by the lobby and experience "The Art of Us," a unique and inspiring exhibit featuring stunning photography and artwork connected to rescued horses, donkeys, and mules from Unbridled Sanctuary.

Now on display through June 30, 2026, the exhibit showcases the beauty, personality, and stories of rescued equines while highlighting the power of compassion, second chances, and the special bond between humans and animals. 📸✨

Among the featured works is a beloved image of Arnie the Mule, along with original artwork and photography that invites visitors to see these remarkable animals in a new light.

More than an art exhibit, "The Art of Us" reflects Unbridled Sanctuary's mission of rescue, humane education, literacy, advocacy, and community engagement. Through art and storytelling, the exhibit encourages conversations about kindness, empathy, and the value of every life.

The display offers a meaningful experience for visitors of all ages and serves as a reminder that art can inspire understanding, healing, and connection.

📍 On Display Through June 30, 2026
📚 Bethlehem Public Library Lobby
🎟️ Free and Open to the Public

Whether you're an animal lover, photography enthusiast, or simply looking for something uplifting to explore in our community, this exhibit is worth a visit.

Have you seen "The Art of Us" yet? Share your thoughts and favorite photos in the comments! ⬇️

#BethlehemLocalNews #BethlehemNY #BethlehemPublicLibrary #TheArtOfUs #UnbridledSanctuary #LocalArts #CommunityArt #HorseRescue #DonkeyRescue #MuleLove #PhotographyExhibit #SupportRescueAnimals #ArtsInBethlehem #CapitalRegionArts #CommunityConnections ❤️🐴📸🎨

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