Tour Guide, Organizer and Historical Society Member, Gary Staffo, has requested that the Little Falls Historical Society share the Southside Walking Tour VIII – 1st FALL Tour!

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Growing Up on the Southside 1957 – 1970

(By popular demand SATURDAY November 06, 2021 for the 1st FALL TOUR!)

WHEN: Saturday November 06, 2021 

Sign In begins at 8AM  (Registration, Questions, Safety Briefing), and the Tour STARTS at 9AM.

Allow 2 to 3 hours, but participants can leave at any time (Please inform Tour Guide when leaving). 

PANDEMIC CONCERNS – This tour is outdoors with social distancing. We will adhere to all NYS and CDC guidelines in effect at the time of the event. 

Other personal protective measures such as masks are optional based on your personal comfort. 

Your Tour Guide has received the three Covid-19 Vaccination doses.

WHERE: Meet at the Rotary Park Terminal Building on Southern Ave by NLT 8:30 am. We will start on time. Parking and rest rooms are available at the Terminal. NO REST ROOMS ALONG THE TOUR!

Special Needs:  The walk includes unpaved dirt paths, uneven surfaces, outdoors, etc.

Moderate to vigorous physical activity.

Pets:  Please do not bring your pets, as we may encounter other “pets” that are not under owner command or on a leash.

REGISTRATION: Advance registration is requested and appreciated. Please register by phone or email.

If you have questions or concerns, contact Gary.  Southside Territory Details list available upon request.

Gary T. Staffo

Phone: 703-336-7241

Email: 6226gardenroad@gmail.com

(NOTE:  This is an independent event and is not an official program of the Little Falls Historical Society.)

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