Family Yoga in the Park on October 7th, 2023
All ages, all skill levels are invited to join us for Family Yoga in the Park at East Mongaup River Park (formerly known as Town of Thompson Park) on October 7th from noon until 1pm! […]
Sports Legends in the Sullivan Catskills: From Boxing to Basketball
by Town Historian Al Dumas
In the heyday of the 1950s, 1960s and early 1970s, the Catskills area experienced some of the grand highlights of the sports world like nothing before or since. The […]
Watch! Update on the Town’s Comprehensive Planning Process
This slide presentation was given on June 29, 2023 to inform the public about the Town of Thompson’s Comprehensive Planning process. Learn more by visiting www.ThompsonTogether.com!
Youth Flag Football League Extended Through July 2023!
Boys and girls ages 5-18 who reside in Thompson can join in free flag football games on Saturdays in July at the track field at Monticello High School! Games run every Saturday in July from […]
Summer Hoops! Free Basketball League for Middle and High School Students
Any boy or girl who resides in Thompson and is in 6th-12th grade is invited to join this free and fun league for all skill levels. The league runs every Saturday from noon until 3pm, […]
Thompson Touchpoint | Summer 2023 Edition
In the latest issue, Town Supervisor Bill Rieber shares the latest on the planned wastewater treatment plant upgrades, introduces Town Historian Al Dumas, provides a list of upcoming Parks & Recreation events, and gives you […]
The Zip Code Turns 60! How Thompson Zip Codes Came to Be
by Town Historian Al Dumas
On Monday, July 1st, 1963, the United States Post Office officially introduced the Zone Improvement Plan (ZIP) code. The goal was that the new ZIP code system would result in more […]
The Powerful History of the Juneteenth Holiday and How to Celebrate in Thompson
Updated on June 11th by Town Historian Al Dumas
Juneteenth is coming up on Wednesday, June 19th. Wondering why we celebrate Juneteenth on this date? I’ll share the history behind this important holiday…But first, I wanted […]
You’re Invited to the 2nd Community Conversation to Help Shape Thompson’s Comprehensive Plan
This is the second Community Conversation in our series of events where YOU can help shape the future of Thompson! Thompson is updating its Comprehensive Plan and is seeking ideas and input. Learn more about […]