NARROWSBURG, NY (July 20, 2011) – The Luxton Lake Property Owners Association (LLPOA) will unveil a new monument and reflection garden on their historical site.
Existing flag monuments on the community property recognize famous jazz legends James Reese Europe "The King of Jazz" who served in World War 1 and composer of “The Saint Louis Blues” William C. Handy.
The new monument is “Dedicated to all who help keep the dream alive” and will reference the “I have a dream” speech of Martin Luther King Jr. in 1963 when he articulated the dreams and hopes of equality among all men and women.
Community residents such as 90 year old drummer and singer Jimmy Smith (photo right) and composer, bandleader, playwright Noble Sissle (photo below left) will be honorably acknowledged with plaques.
The area around the monuments will be converted into the Luxton Lake Reflection Garden utilizing historic slate from the former Jazz infused clubhouse foundation and encompassed in the garden design.
A grant and technical assistance is being provided by Sullivan Renaissance for this beautification
and historical endeavor.
The goals of the LLPOA include bringing back Luxton Lake by replacing the dam that was damaged and breached as well as the beautification and preservation of this historically diverse community.
The unveiling ceremony will be held on August 20 at 1:00 p.m. at the Luxton Lake Community Property, 95 Luxton Lake Road Narrowsburg, NY
Music will be provided by Jimmy Smith, with special guest singer, songwriter, recording artist Halley Hiatt, as well as other local musicians and entertainers.
The public is invited to attend.
The LLPOA invites local musicians to perform at this event. If you are interested in performing, or for more information about this event or the LLPOA, please contact us at LLPOA@aol.com.
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The Luxton Lake Property Owners Association is a group of active residents who work together to restore, beautify and preserve the Luxton Lake community. We are united in our respect for the diversity, beauty, and neighborliness found in our community. We are an organized group that
remembers the history, takes pride in the present, and has an optimistic outlook on the future of Luxton Lake.











Best wishes to the Residents! I was there this weekend and it is indeed a beautiful place rich in history. Nature at its best!