On Saturday, September 12, 2009 the Putnam Valley Volunteer Fire Department threw a picnic for all the dedicated volunteers and their families. This picnic was in appreciation of the hard work and endless amount of time the members have spent this year responding to emergencies, aiding their neighbors in time of need and maintaining the buildings and apparatus. Their families were also invited for their understanding of how much time is needed to be spent away from them in order to keep the department moving ahead. During this day the members enjoyed food cooked and served by our very own members, playing football games and horse shoes. Due to the weather, the picnic was moved to PVFD's Headquarters, but the weather did not put a damper on the members and their families having a great time.