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Home My WebLink About2026-08-28 enewsletterOutlook Ulysses Updates for 8/28/26 From town-of-ulysses@googlegroups.com <town-of-ulysses@googleg roups.com> on behalf of Carissa Parlato, Town Clerk <ulysses.clerk@gmail.com> Date Fri 8/28/2026 3:58 PM To Google Groups <town-of-ulysses@googlegroups.com> Happy Friday, Ulysses! IN THIS WEEK'S ULYSSES NEWSLETTER: Update from Town Supervisor New Adult Recreation Programs Community Action Theatre for Youth Nutrition Assistance Updates TCFA Events Join a Town Committee Help Document NY Water Levels UPDATE FROM TOWN SUPERVISOR. KATELIN OLSON: Greetings, Ulyssians! Summers in the Finger Lakes are uniquely magical, but they certainly are not lazy or laid back! Like the ants getting ready for winter, Ulyssians pack in events and activities into this all -too -fleeting period. At the Town, we've also been hurriedly preparing for the fall, and there are lots of exciting youth and adult recreation opportunities. For youth, we have tennis and cross county, as well as a FREE Community Action Theatre program for 6-9th graders. All youth and adult classes can be found HERE. I am VERY excited to announce that we are launching adult non -sport activities this fall, in addition to our very popular adult soccer, basketball, pickle ball and volleyball programming. Join me in welcoming our new Ulysses Community Activities Coordinator Amy Puryear (bio below) who has organized an exciting slate of activities. From writing workshops and nature walks, to astrology sessions and yoga, and a great array of crafts, there's definitely something for everyone to love. Have an idea for future programming or have questions? Amy can be reached at adultrec(@townofuly.s.sesny.gov. And finally, no newletter this week would be complete without a celebratory cheer for the 175th Trumansburg Fair! We are so very fortunate to have Trumansburg Fair Board caring for their amazing property. This year, my youngest child took the same pictures on rides that his elder siblings took about 5 minutes ago ... or, more accurately, 5-10 years ago. I know those annual photos are a tradition for many families, and I hope you find time to stop by before it packs up on Monday. One thing I hope NOT to make an annual traditon? I lost my cell phone TWICE, in two completely separate incidents, on Wednesday. Both times anonymous heroes turned it in. It's impossible to not see that double -kindness as just a wonderful reflection of the entire vibe of the fair and the people of our community. Thank you, thank you, to whomever you might be. NEW ADULT COMMUNITY RECREATION PROGRAMS: Amy Bess Puryear recently became the Ulysses Community Activities Coordinator. Amy moved to Trumansburg in 1998, shortly after graduating from Ithaca College with her Bachelor's of Vocal Music Education degree. She fondly remembers her first time visiting Trumansburg, way back when, on a Wednesday night at the Rongo, surrounded by a vibrant community, great music and a feeling of belonging. Since then, she has immersed herself in our community while raising her son Willoughby who is starting college this fall and following his baseball dreams. This new position with the Town is a dream job for Amy, as she hopes to bring people together through fun and educational activities, classes, workshops, presentations and more. Programs currently open for registration on RecDesk: • Astrology 101 (Led by Katie Jordan) • Celebrating Fall Wildflowers (Guided Walk #1 at Taughannock Park w/ Kim Bostwick) • Disgorged: The Making of Taughannock (Guided Walk #2 at Taughannock Park w/ Kim Bostwick) • Trees Of Fall Color (Guided Walk #3 at Taughannock Park w/ Kim Bostwick) • Modern Wood -Cut Prints (Led by Sara Tro) • Move With Power: Strength & Mobility for Perimenopause & Beyond (Led by Jamie Wolff) • Make Your Own Macrame Plant Hanger (Led by Amy Puryear) • Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class (Led by Leslie Roseman at Her Brand New Embody Wellness Studio) • Write Sessions: Workshop & Sprints (Led by Cait Darfler & Jamie Wolff) YOUTH COMMUNITY ACTION THEATRE: Town of Ulysses Youth Services will offer an 8 week after -school theatre arts program for youth in grades 6-9 (or homeschool equivalent) on Wednesdays from Sept. 16- Nov. 4 at the Church of the Epiphany (11 Elm St.). Community Action Theatre will offer participants the opportunity to explore issues of importance to them through the medium of theatre, while empowering them to develop their voices and engage their community in impactful theatre -based conversations about significant social issues. The program is free and no theatre experience is required. Participants may participate in whatever way they feel comfortable. Kerr Mesner, consultant, facilitator, educator, and trained actor, brings decades of experience working with young people in schools and community organizations through Heart Story Consulting. The program will culminate in a performance for family and friends on Weds., Nov 4, from 6-7pm (snacks and dinner provided). Register on Town of Ulysses RecDesk: https: ulysses.recdesk.com/Community Home Contact Rachel Kennedy with questions at rkennedy_@townofulyssesny,gov, or 607-387-5767 ext. 233 TOMPKINS COUNTY LAUNCHES VIDEO SERIES AND ONLINE PLATFORM TO HELP RESIDENTS NAVIGATE SNAP CHANGES The Tompkins County Department of Social Services (DSS) and community partners are launching a three- part video series to help residents understand the new Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) work requirements and connect people with local volunteer, training, and employment opportunities. The videos will be released on the Tompkins County Facebook page and features local The MyCoast New York portal is used to collect and analyze photos of changing water levels, shorelines, and hazardous weather impacts across New York's varied coasts and water bodies. Photos are linked to real-time environmental conditions to create reports that help stakeholders like government agencies, business owners, and residents understand our changing environment and make informed decisions. professionals working in human services, food access, public health, and community -based organizations explaining what the changes mean, how Tompkins County is responding, and how residents can take action. The series also introduces Tompkins Opportunity, a communitywide online platform developed to help residents find opportunities and organizations share them. The site now features dozens of volunteer and training opportunities and hundreds of job opportunities. What's changing Recent federal policy changes expand SNAP work requirements for Able -Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs), meaning more SNAP recipients may be required to work or participate in other allowable activities to continue receiving benefits beyond the applicable time limit. Residents and organizations can take action now SNAP recipients can: • Use the SNAP screening tool to better understand whether the new requirements may apply to them. • Visit tompkins-opportunity.org to explore volunteer, training and employment opportunities. • Contact Tompkins County DSS at (607) 274-5680 with questions about their individual circumstances. Businesses, nonprofits and community organizations can: • Post volunteer and training opportunities on Tompkins Opportunity. • Share the platform with employees, clients, volunteers and community members. • Be prepared to verify participation or volunteer hours when required so residents can document their activities. The more organizations participate, the more options residents will have to find activities that work for their circumstances while contributing their time and talents to the community. UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CONSERVATORY OF FINE ARTS (TCFA): Guild of Natural Science Illustrators: Exhibit Opening Reception • Saturday, August 29, 2026 • 4:00PM6:00PM Bill Gregg: 40 Years of Electronic Music • Sunday, August 30, 2026 • 3:30 PM 5:00 PM JOIN A TOWN BOARD OR COMMITTEE!: Be a part of democracy by filling a vacancy on one of our boards or committees: • Tompkins County Youth Services Board —Town representative • Town of Ulysses Board of Zoning Appeals — alternates (2) • Town of Ulysses Planning Board — member (1), alternates (2) For more details or to apply, visit https://www.townofuly. sesny gov/paizes/current-issues/287/board- committee-vacancies/ HELP DOCUMENT NEW YORK'S WATER LEVELS: The MyCoast New York portal is used to collect and analyze photos of changing water levels, shorelines, flooding, and hazardous weather impacts across New York's varied coasts and water bodies. When you submit a photo, it is automatically linked to real-time weather, river, and tidal gauge data to help provide context for the photo. The tool also creates reports that help stakeholders such as government agencies, business owners, and residents understand our changing environment and make informed decisions. Photos can be submitted through the iPhone Android MyCoast app or the MyCoast NY website. MyCoast is a project of New York Sea Grant and New York Water Resources Institute at Cornell University. THANKS FOR READING TO THE END! If this has been forwarded to you and you'd like to get it directly in your inbox, please email clerk townofulyssesny_.gov. 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