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The East Greenbush Community has several free programs to entertain your children during their winter school vacation week. On Thursday, February 24th, at 2:00 pm, Teaching Artist Kathy Ceceri will host a program “World History Through Crafts.” Come make colorful Mexican yarn designs and learn about the history and stories of the Huichol Indians. Ms. Ceceri is the author of activity books for kids including “Around the World Crafts” and “World Myths and Legends.” This program is for kids ages 7 and up and registration is required. Also on Thursday, February 24th, at 6:30 pm, the library will show a free Family movie. Stop in to watch a showing of “Toy Story 3” and eat popcorn! No registration is required for this program. Please call the library at 477-7476 to pre-register for the craft program or visit our website www.eastgreenbush library.org and use our new online registration program.
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Letter to the Editor: From the 2009 UHY Financial Statements Audit page 19: “During the year ended December 31, 2009, there were significant expenditures related to employee overtime. This is an important area of concern that should be monitored consistently.” Overtime numbers are reported on Department head reports each month, available in the Town Clerk’s office, with the exception of the Police Department. The Police Department’s overtime must be FOILed. I was charged $0.75 to obtain Police Department overtime numbers for December. Overtime Numbers for December 2010 by department: Sewer 36 hrs, Treatment Plant 46 hrs, Water 151.5 hrs, Highway 260 hrs, Transfer Station 50.5 hrs, Maintenance 2 hrs, Police 821 hrs, Dispatchers 115 hrs. For more information on overtime, please visit: http://www.east-greenbush.com/wiki/ index.php?title=Overtime ~Nathan Hans, East Greenbush Editors Note: The above article does not necessarily reflect the opinion or endorsement of the Editor or the Staff of THE ADVERTISER, and for all intents and purposes is impossible to verify the truth and veracity of its contents.
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Lawrence Howard, Morton Shulman & Malcolm McPherson Located in Averill Park, Shulman, Howard and McPherson LLP serves the local community and the greater capital region. With over 75 years of combined legal experience in real estate transactions, drafting and probating wills, defending traffic tickets, appearing before Planning or Zoning Boards, filing bankruptcies, and simply answering legal questions, we are ready to meet your legal needs. Shulman, Howard and McPherson, LLP is a three member law firm with deep roots in the community. Mort Shulman graduated from Albany Law School in 1957 and shortly thereafter opened an office in Averill Park where for over fifty years he has maintained a general law practice, including but not limited to, real estate work, estate work and town court matters. He was Sand Lake Town Justice for approximately 30 years, a member of the New York State Magistrate’s Association, and a former member of the New York State Trial Attorneys Association. He is currently a member of the New York State Bar, Rensselaer County Bar, and he is a life member of the Averill Park Fire Company and a former commissioner. Lawrence Howard began working with Mort Shulman about six years ago and has been in practice for more than fifteen years. Lawrence has a Masters degree in City and Regional Planning from Pratt Institute and a law degree from Brooklyn Law School. He provides professional legal and planning services to public, private and non-profit clients, including municipalities, individuals and companies across New York State. He focuses on land use, zoning, real estate, wills and estates, environmental, and geographical impact analysis. Lawrence has drafted numerous local zoning laws and has spoken on land use and zoning issues at events sponsored by the American Planning Association, the Land Trust Alliance, the New York Association of Towns, and the New York Planning Federation. He is a board member of the Rensselaer Plateau Alliance and teaches skiing at Jiminy Peak. Malcolm McPherson is a graduate of the University of Iowa College of Law and has more than fifteen years of legal experience. He has a general practice and handles the bulk of the ligation for the firm. He has also helped prepare materials and instructed at the New York Judicial Institute, lectured at various continuing legal education courses, and testified before the New Mexico Legislature (when he practiced there). Malcolm is active in his community, including volunteering as an EMT with the local ambulance. Contact us for all your legal needs.
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Elise Siggia, a Senior at Siena College in Loudonville has been named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2010 semester. She is the daughter of Cathy and Tom Siggia. Elise majors in Marketing.
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WINTER FUN IN NORTH GREENBUSH
Since we are experiencing a winter like we had in the “old days”, I thought it would be fun to relate what kids (and adults) used to do to make the time go by in the days before iPads and Xboxes. There was skating, sleigh riding and tobogganing. In Wynantskill, one of the favorite places to skate was Albia Pond, located behind Jack’s Hamburger Stand. Kids would shovel off the snow to make their own skating rink. Mr. Reichard had a Model T that he once drove out into the ice and it went through into the water. Is it still there? Other skating areas were where the bowling alley is located on Main Avenue, the corner of Williams Road and Bloomingrove Drive, Snyders Lake and as centenarian Harold Rowe remembers, a pond across from the Cumberland Farms. Residents went sleigh riding and skiing down the hills on farms in all parts of the town. Children attending the Little Red Schoolhouse tobogganed on the hill where Hudson Valley Community College is located. Members of the Blooming Grove Reformed Church would, after their church meetings, go sleigh riding down Route 43. In Wynantskill, the Church Street hill provided a great long sled run. Fran Baker remembers that boys built a bobsled (a twelve foot plank with an old wooden sled at each end hooked up to a car steering wheel). They pulled it to the top of the hill. Eight boys and girls would ride the bobsled starting at Diehl’s house at the top of the hill down all the way to Main Avenue. There were few cars to worry about in those days. Riley’s Hill (across from Jack’s Hamburger Stand) was a challenging venue. The hill is steep so it was difficult to drag the sled up the hill, but it gave you a nice long ride to the bottom. Someone would have to watch the road so that the speeding sleds could get across the road without being hit by cars. The hills around Snyders Lake were also great places for sleigh riding. The snowplow men were often nice enough to raise their plows so the kids could continue through the snow. All these outside activities must have been fun, but there is something to be said for being inside with your iPad on a bitterly cold North Greenbush winter day.
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Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? - the nationally syndicated TV show - recently visited East Greenbush Central School District’s Red Mill Elementary School. Twenty Red Mill fourth and fifth graders will be featured as the presenters of the “Extra Questions of the Day” which airs twice nightly, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., on My4 locally seen on channel 4. The Red Mill students’ segments will appear during the weeks of February 21 and February 28. The Red Mill Elementary School participants are: Neil Laya, Connor Krenzer, Ben Forte, Madison Washock, Lauryn Grugan, Heather Aiken, Katherine Blake, Faylee Frazier, Alyssa Schweigert, Mathieu Thompson, Mark Webb, Willie Buchanan, Cole Daniels, Nicole Presti, Brianna Stevens, Skyler Williams, Nick Russo, Sarah Jesmain, Madison Lambert and Sarah Hazzard. The public may view the segments online by visiting http:// www.my4albany.com/shows/585-are-you-smarterthana-5th-grader/. Segments will appear, as aired, during the two-week period.
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AVERILL PARK SADD CHAPTER RECEIVES GRANT!
First Niagara Bank and the organizers of Sean’s Run have awarded a $500 grant to the Averill Park SADD Chapter. The grant will be used to fund Battle of the Belts, a fun and fast moving activity designed by the Sean’s Run Organizing Committee to increase teens’ use of seatbelts as well as other drug and alcohol prevention programs such as Red Ribbon, Great American Smoke Out, Prom Promise, Domestic Violence Awareness and Project Success. Sean’s Run and the grants program was established in response to the tragic death of Sean Patrick French, the 17-year old Chatham High School junior, honor roll student, community volunteer and recordsetting athlete who was killed on January 1, 2002, as a passenger in a drunk-driving car crash. This year’s annual community run/walk is being held at Chatham High School on Sunday, May 1st. As grant recipients, the Averill Park SADD chapter will be participating in the walk/run.
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Letter to the Editor: Many of you recall my Transfer Station questions last May. As it turned out, East Greenbush wasn’t collecting its revenue from Freedman Scrapyard since October 2008. The Town sent its scrap to Freedman and they never sent checks to the Town. July 2, The Troy Record wrote an article on this issue. Freedman blamed the Town and the Town blamed the scrapyard. Both were passing the blame like a hot potato, but nobody was willing to simply correct the problem. Our Town Comptroller worked with the scrapyard, and, on June 24th, was able to collect $4,638.28 in past revenues. That was all we could collect because the Town didn’t have a contract in place with Freedman. No contract means no guarantee of payments, price, nothing. Times have changed; we now collect! I submitted a couple of FOIL requests and obtained the following information: We don’t have contracts with scrapyards, bid packages weren’t sent to scrapyards to bid the work, but now the scrap is done on a month by month basis. Since July 30th, we’ve collected $10,340.30. Total scrap revenue generated since the neglect of revenues was discovered in May—$14,978.58 EXCELLENT! That won’t close our deficit, but it’ll pay for a Councilperson’s approved salary. Thanks to the previous Finance Committee (I was a member and worked on this) for their diligence. Thanks to the Chairman of our Committee (Councilperson Rick Matters)—we helped recoup lost revenues and got the Town on track for collecting. Thanks to our Town Comptroller, Jim Breig. Also, thanks goes to our previous DPW Commissioner (Chris DeFruscio) and our new DPW Commissioner (Dave VanWormer)—both gentlemen continued with the proper recording of tipping receipts. This is a perfect example of residents working WITH the Town to get things done! It can work if our Town’s leaders put politics aside and let residents use their expertise to help get this Town on the road to recovery!! Now....about that $3.5 million Supervisor McCabe said the City of Rensselaer owes East Greenbush ...let’s see what we can do THERE...... ~Ann Taylor, East Greenbush Editors Note: The above article does not necessarily reflect the opinion or endorsement of the Editor or the Staff of THE ADVERTISER, and for all intents and purposes is impossible to verify the truth and veracity of its contents.
EGCSD BOARD OF ED. TO HOLD FUNDRAISER AT APPLEBEES
The East Greenbush Central School District’s Board of Education will be holding a Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast at Applebee’s (located at 594 Greenbush Road in the Greenbush Commons Plaza in North Greenbush) on Saturday, March 19, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. The proceeds will support bringing Barbara Coloroso’s Anti-Bullying Programs to the District. Barbara Coloroso is an international bestselling author and for the past 38 years an internationally recognized speaker and consultant on parenting, teaching, school discipline, positive school climate, bullying, grieving, nonviolent conflict resolution and restorative justice. She has appeared on Oprah, CBS, NBC, ABC, CNN and NPR and has been featured in the New York Times, Time, U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, and other national and international publications. Her uniquely effective parenting and teaching strategies were developed through her years of training in sociology, special education, and philosophy, as well as field-tested through her experiences as a classroom teacher, laboratory school instructor, university instructor, seminar leader, volunteer in Rwanda, and mother of three grown children. She is also the author of four international bestsellers. The Flapjack Breakfast tickets are $5.00 and must be purchased in advanced as no walk-ins will be allowed. Tickets are available at each of the District’s seven schools, the Transportation Department, from each of the members of the Board of Education, and from the Office of the Superintendent of Schools. For additional information on the event, and/or ticket information, you may email the District’s Board of Education Vice President, JoAnn Taylor, at jataylor@nycap.rr.com.
AREA RESIDENTS GRADUATE FROM SUNY PLATTSBURGH
The following local residents graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh this fall: Jill Biggane, of Rensselaer, Daniel Steven Harty, of Nassau, Nicholas G. Henderson, of Schaghticoke, Andrew John Krug, of Castleton, Chris William Mastan, of Troy, Ryan Michael Mau, of Schaghticoke, Jason Andrew Slavin, of Averill Park, Emily Rose Sterantino, of Rensselaer, Nicole M Swankey, of Averill Park.
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Students are Among More Than 400 who Excelled in Fall 2010 The State University of New York at Potsdam recently honored students who excelled academically in the Fall 2010 semester, by naming more than 400 students to the Dean’s List. Local students include: Hannah Decker, a Music Education major from West Sand Lake; Joseph Hulett, a Music Education major from East Greenbush; Julie Koehler, a Music Education major from Melrose; Mitchell Maynard, a History major from Buskirk; Nia Rowe, a Mathematics major from Troy; Ebony Velasquez, a Childhood/Early Child Ed major from Troy. To achieve the honor of being on the Dean’s List, each student must have satisfactorily completed 12 numerically-graded semester hours that semester with a grade point average of between 3.25 and 3.49.
APHS ORCHESTRA SWING DANCE 2011 A SUCCESS
Members of the Averill Park High School Orchestra and their families would like to express their deepest appreciation for the tremendous support and generosity of our community in making the APHS Orchestra Fundraiser Swing Dance 2011, held on Saturday, January 29, 2011, a success. The evening began with expert instruction in swing dance basics donated by Ron Trito, who provides dance instruction locally at Learn to Dance Studios. Following the dance instruction, the big band music was provided by the Georgie Wonders Orchestra. We thank the members of the orchestra for donating their time and talent for our enjoyment. Refreshments were donated by the APHS orchestra families and Dunkin’ Donuts. A highlight of the evening was the Silent Raffle featuring products and services donated by several APHS orchestra families and following local businesses; Albany Symphony, Arlington House, Barnes and Noble, Book House, Bruegger’s, Cheesecake Factory, Country True Value, Crabtree & Evelyn, Capital District YMCA East Greenbush, Doby’s submarines, EMS, Golden Shear, Hallmark, Hannaford, Just Cats Veterinary Clinic, LaBella’s Pizza, Mangias, Panera, Pet Smart, TGI Fridays, The EGG ,The Home Depot, The Pampered Chef, We thank them for their most generous donations and we hope that members of our community will recognize their support of the students of the Averill Park High School Orchestra.
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In moving from our focus on Jesus’ preaching and teaching throughout Galilee, we’ll move to the ministry of Paul and his first letter to the church in Corinth. It is in 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, 16-23 that Paul expresses concern for the congregation’s divisions and its ultimate impact on the church. In the sermon, “The Church United,” the Reverend Edward L. Van Kampen will place emphasis upon God’s desire for the church to be united on the foundation of Jesus Christ; and that unity in the church is a gift which we must prize and let guide our persons and our ministry. He will point to the foundation of our lives in Jesus Christ as our reason for being everything we are and do to fit into the pattern provided by him for us. The annual Congregational Meeting of the Nassau Reformed was held on Sunday last. The congregation celebrated the seven year service of Patricia Farnan of East Schodack as treasurer, acted in the re-election of Deacon Richard Mooney, and approved the operating budget for 2011. The meeting took place as the church enjoyed discussing business while they shared a luncheon. The Nassau Reformed Church begins worship at 11 a.m. in its chapel on the second level of its Church-School-Building, 43 Church Street (Route 20), one half mile east of the only traffic light in the village. Everyone is welcome to worship. During worship on Sunday, February 13, The Stuyvesant Reformed Church installed and ordained Elizabeth Von den Driesch as Elder and Marilyn Proniske as Deacon, in a service of Laying on of Hands. Both offices of consistory are for three year terms at Stuyvesant Reformed. Fellowship hour, where family and friends shared refreshments and congratulatory greetings to the new officers of Consistory, was held following worship.
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Be a part of the School Budget Discussion. A Budget Round Table will be held on Tuesday, February 22nd, from 6-7PM in the Averill Park High School LGI. At 7 PM there will be a Regular Board Meeting where there will be a budget presentation that will again focus on the anticipated expenses and revenue for 2011-2012.
PERFECT 4.0 GPA LANDS AREA RESIDENT’S ON SUNY ONEONTA PROVOST’S LIST
The following local residents earned a perfect grade point average of 4.0 during the fall 2010 semester at SUNY Oneonta and have been named to the college’s Provost’s List. Marie Allen, a resident of Castleton, Kaitlin Halpin, a resident of East Greenbush, Jamie Stall, a resident of East Greenbush, Michelle Murphy, a resident of Rensselaer, Jessica Blasi, a resident of Schaghticoke, and Lisa Newton, a resident of Valley Falls. Of the more than 5,800 undergraduates enrolled at the college, 135 qualified for the fall 2010 Provost’s List by earning a perfect GPA while carrying a course load of at least 12 semester hours.
EAST GREENBUSH TAX INCREASES
Letter to the Editor: It is no surprise to any of you that your town taxes went up. Do you care? You may or may not. You know your Water and Sewer rates will be increasing as well. Do you care? Perhaps. What you probably DIDN’T know about was one of the biggest reasons you’re facing those increases: Rensselaer. That’s right, your neighbor, whom you love and may even share a zip code with but who owes you dearly. Dearly I say, to the tune of $3.5 million! How do we know? The Supervisor told us so at a meeting of the newly formed Citizens Fiscal Advisory Board! They do the same job as the abolished Finance Committee but with kinder faces and fewer media leaks. But the Supe himself leaked this one, and it’s a biggie. As I hear it told (I was not there) the City of Rensselaer doesn’t get along with the County of Rensselaer, so the Town of East Greenbush doesn’t get paid for water or something. Who pays, then? You do! Did I get that right? And apparently there’s nothing in writing on any of this, it’s just a friendly word of mouth arrangement, like with that scrap yard that didn’t pay us because there was no written contract. As I see it we have 3 choices: We can begin stealing stuff from Rensselaer until we accumulate $3.5 million in assets. I’d like to see us snatch Ft. Crailo and that nice old war memorial near the bridge. We could stick the fort right at the town line guarding Columbia Turnpike and man it with volunteer militia dressed like the guy on the memorial. Since we have a 2:1 manpower advantage and control of the high ground I think we’d be okay. We could also just file the paperwork to annex Rensselaer, but we got enough of our own problems. No, what we probably should do is, like, just get some good lawyers involved, get it in writing, and get the money? Would that work? ~Dwight Jenkins, Rensselaer Editors Note: The above article does not necessarily reflect the opinion or endorsement of the Editor or the Staff of THE ADVERTISER, and for all intents and purposes is impossible to verify the truth and veracity of its contents.
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ONE DAY DART TOURNAMENT
Chandler Young VFW located on RT 20 and Lyons Lake Road in Nassau will hold a One Day Dart Tournament on Saturday, February 26th. Please call to register - 1st squad, 2nd squad. Food, Fun and Prizes. Call Claudia at 423-5957 or Charlotte at 766-3970.
SEVERAL STUDENTS NAMED TO THE DEAN’S LIST AT SUNY BROCKPORT
The College at Brockport, State University of New York, recently honored students who excelled academically by naming them to the Dean’s List for the fall 2010 semester. Tracy Hicks of Averill Park, was named to the President’s List; Teresa Berschwinger of Cropseyville, was named to the Dean’s List with Honors; Ashley Hoffman of East Greenbush, was named to the Dean’s List with Honors. Timothy Lantz of East Greenbush, was named to the Dean’s List with Honors; James Bearor of Hoosick Falls, was named to the Dean’s List. Patricia Cogan of Rensselaer, NY was named to the Dean’s List with Honors; Marc Peluso of Rensselaer, was named to the President’s List. Jessica Sector of Sand Lake, was named to the Dean’s List with Honors; Casey Job of Troy, was named to the Dean’s List; Sarah Smith of Troy, was named to the Dean’s List; Melissa Gentile of Wynantskill, was named to the Dean’s List; Nicholas Orecki of Wynantskill, was named to the Dean’s List. To achieve the honor of being on the President’s List, a student must earn a GPA of 4.0. Students who earn a GPA of 3.70– 3.99 are named to the Dean’s List with Honors, while students who achieve a 3.40–3.69 are named to the Dean’s List.
NATIONAL GRID URGES CUSTOMERS TO CLEAR ICE AND SNOW
Build Up, Falling Ice and Snow Can Lead to Damaged Natural Gas Equipment and Elevated Co Levels There may be a lull in the round of storms that plagued the northeast from late December until early February, but dangerous remnants of those storms remain. Many roofs are still laden with ice and snow and the mounds of snow created from plowing, shoveling and snow blowing have shown little sign of melting. This is why National Grid continues to urge everyone to take precautions to avoid the potential hazards these conditions present. Ice and Snow Build Up Poses Risk to Gas Equipment: The build up of ice and snow around or over natural gas meters, regulators, pipes and vents for natural gas appliances can pose a serious safety risk. Ice and snow falling from a roof can damage gas meters or service connections to customers’ homes or businesses, resulting in potential gas leaks. Home and business owners should see that snow and ice build-up is properly removed to prevent damage to this equipment. Anyone detecting the odor of natural gas should call National Grid. If the odor is present inside your building, leave the premises immediately and call from outside or a neighboring building. Snow removal equipment operators should also be aware of the presence of natural gas equipment and avoid coming in contact with meters or piling snow around vents mounted on the outside of buildings. Ice and snow blocking vents have the potential to cause carbon monoxide (CO) to back up into a building, resulting in carbon monoxide poisoning to those inside. National Grid advises natural gas customers to closely inspect areas around and over gas meters, service hook-ups and vents, for ice and snow. Whenever possible, use a broom to remove accumulated ice and snow from around natural gas equipment. Customers are also encouraged to test CO detectors in the home to ensure that they are in working order. Where to Call — Carbon Monoxide If you suspect carbon monoxide is present in your home, go outside immediately and breathe deeply; if symptoms are severe, call 911 immediately. After calling 911, call the following National Grid emergency contact number: In New York: 800-892-2345 Where to call – Natural gas incidents or concerns: In Upstate New York, National Grid Customers should report gas-related incidents or concerns by contacting the company’s Customer Service Contact Center at 800-642-4272.
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RECEPTION AT NASSAU TOWN HALL
The public is cordially invited to a reception at 1 p.m. on February 19th, at the Nassau Town Hall (29 Church St.) honoring area residents who participated in the Nassau Free Library Memoir Writing Project. Storyteller Mary Murphy will share some of the stories from the memoirs and will weave among them classic stories that are part of our tradition. Hardbound copies of the memoirs will be presented to the project participants, and refreshments will be served.
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CHURCH OF THE COVENANT WELCOMES THE COMMUNITY
The Church of the Covenant welcomes the community to a stimulating time of worship! We are fully accessible and follow a Safe Sanctuaries policy to insure safety for children and adults. Sunday Morning Schedule for Feb. 20, 2011, Seventh Sunday after Epiphany: 8:30 am Informal Worship with Communion - No Sunday School; 10:30 Worship with choir and organ. Theme: Sermon on the Mount - Professional child care provided; 11:30 am Fellowship Hour. Saturday, Feb. 19, Men’s Communion Breakfast 7:00 a.m. in the social hall. Call Ralph LaMontagna at 674-1563 to make a reservation. • Monday, Feb. 21, United Methodist Women will meet at Salem UMC at 7:00 p.m. The theme for 2011 is “Finding Peace.” For more information, contact Alice Trost, 674-1473. • Wednesday, Feb. 23, 6:00 pm, Potluck Supper in the Social Hall. Church Office hours are 8:30 am - 1:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The Church of the Covenant, United Methodist, the round church near the blinker in Averill Park. Pastor Merry Watters, phone 674-3664.
DEEP STACK HOLD’EM TOURNAMENT
The Averill Park/Sand Lake Fire Department will hold a Deep Stack Hold’em Tournament with Bounty on Saturday, February 19th, at 1PM; doors open at noon. $125 buy-in; limited to 100 players. ($25 donation w/ FREE Bounty Chip) Prize Pool for the last tournament: $6,000; Top five Players took home $700 each!! Next Dates are March 19th and April 16th. !!!$20,000 in Chips!!! NO RE-BUYS and NO ADD-ONS. Doors open at noon at the Firehouse. Free Lunch and refreshments; Baked Ziti w/Salad & Nino’s Italian Bread. Reservations preferred and walk-ins accommodated. Call Ron Berti at 674-8363 or email at rberti@nycap.rr.com.
SCHODACK TOWN HALL CLOSES FOR PRESIDENTS DAY
Donna L. Conlin, Schodack Town Clerk, wishes to remind residents that the Schodack Town Hall Offices will be closed on Monday, February 21, 2011, for the Presidents Day Holiday. The Schodack Town Hall Offices will resume its regular business hours on Tuesday, February 22, 2011. The Transfer Station will be closed on Tuesday, February 22, 2011, and will resume regular standard business hours on Wednesday, February 23, 2011. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of the Town Clerk at 477-7590, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm.
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TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH PLANS A CELEBRATION OF ITS HISTORY
The transforming congregations committee is planning a ‘’Homecoming Sunday for March 6th, at a reception following the 11:00 a.m. service. We need your help, so please start thinking. 1. We have a display of the Trinity time line on display in the hallway. Please add information about your history with TrinityBaptisms, Confirmations, First Communions and date you joined Trinity. We can look through church records if you need help. 2. Dig out photos, programs, and memorabilia of meaningful events you have experienced at Trinity. Jot down memories such as junior or senior choir, youth group events, couples clubs, Knights of Luther and programs like Mother and Daughter banquets and Cantatas and give them to Gretchen Romanelli or leave them in the pastor’s mailbox in the back hall. Original photos will be scanned and returned to you. 3. Suggest names and addresses of former members and friends of Trinity so that we can send invitations by midFebruary. The reception following the service will include light refreshments and fellowship where members and visitors can share their recollections, including a brief presentation on the ‘’rich’’ history of our church dating back over 200 years old. Mark your calendars for this ‘’special event’’, and please call Gretchen Romanelli at 479-3748, Wayne Mizerak at 674-3166 or Pastor Jim Hulihan at 674-5501. Trinity Lutheran Church, West Sand Lake, has a great history and as we look up some of the history and the events that came out as result of this great congregation it is so exciting. We remember, Hazel Baxter, who belonged to Trinity, and she was the lady who started ‘’Doors of Hope’’ or when she started it , it was called ‘’Four Doors Down” as it was four doors down from the corners of West Sand Lake. We are sure many of you remember that time and could also furnish us with some information re that time. Her love for her church and her savior still lives on today with ‘’Doors of Hope’’. So please, come look at the ‘’ trinity time line’’ displayed in the hallway and mark it with events that you remember. Do you hear the beautiful chimes which ring three times a day and also the beautiful cross hanging on the altar...do you remember who they are in memory of??? Trinity has a wonderful history and a very vibrant congregation, and we want to continue to worship and honor our Lord, Jesus Christ, and reach out to our community.
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Our highway crew has faced a particularly tough job this winter and has performed admirably. The tough ice conditions combined with weekend and after-hours storms have decimated our highway budget. I’m now hoping for a dry and warm spring season. A recent hearing on financing for the Burden Lake Sewer District recently brought a capacity crowd of supporters to Town Hall. Thank you to all who attended this informational meeting. We anticipate a follow-up hearing on this funding program to be held in May. In the meantime, engineering design work and funding meetings continue. The Town’s contract with Time Warner continues to be negotiated and efforts to extend cable service in Nassau have been tied to this effort. Another draft of the proposed Comprehensive Plan has been presented to the Board. We will be holding workshops and meetings on this project as we move forward. The Board has extended the hearing on proposed Local Law #1 of 2011 until March 10, 2011 at 7:15 p.m. Please visit the Town’s website for more information. At the end of last year, I asked the Board to explore greater energy efficiency and alternative energy for Town facilities. Following this request, the Board directed the Natural Resources Committee to provide recommendations. At our last meeting, the NRC suggested a state energy audit program be pursued as a first step. This project will commence shortly. The Board has also unanimously passed a resolution recognizing the achievements of new Eagle Scout Eric Sanford. I would like to extend my personal congratulations to Eric and his family for a job well done. I’m also pleased to report that Mr. William Held was appointed as a new alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals. I would like to publicly thank Bill for his willingness to serve in this way and for his ongoing service to our community. The Board has also directed the development of bid specifications for repairs and construction at Town Hall. This project will utilize grant and reserve funds for construction. This effort is vital to make the building safer and more efficient. We will be sharing more project information with you as we move forward. As always, please be sure to contact me should you require additional information related to any of these efforts. Please also continue to utilize the Town’s website to learn more about the actions of your town government.
NAYSAYERS SHOULD PRESENT SOLUTIONS
Letter to the Editor: In the January 27th issue of the Advertiser, Stuart Nippes accuses the Averill Park Central School District Board of Education and Administration of bullying members of the community and of retaliation against the children of those who speak out against the district. Nothing could be further from the truth. I invite all members of this community to attend a Board of Education meeting and see for yourself. Attend a budget round table discussion and see if you are not treated with respect and your questions answered truthfully. It is ironic, however, that Mr. Nippes complains about bullying when he, himself is a frequent contributor to a hideous, inflammatory internet blog that News 10 called nothing more than “adult cyber bullying.” Perhaps Mr. Nippes should remember the biblical lesson, “let he who is without sin, cast the first stone” It is a difficult time for schools across the state, including Averill Park, and naysayers like Mr. Nippes and those that frequent these anonymous blogs present absolutely no solutions. As Sam Rayburn said, “Any jackass can kick down a barn, but it takes a good carpenter to build one.” Mr. Nippes which one of these is you? ~Mike Dimin Editors Note: The above article does not necessarily reflect the opinion or endorsement of the Editor or the Staff of THE ADVERTISER, and for all intents and purposes is impossible to verify the truth and veracity of its contents.
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LOCALS NAMED TO DEAN’S LIST AT PAUL SMITH’S
The following area students were named to the Dean’s List at Paul Smith’s College during the fall 2010 semester. Each earned a semester average of 3.3 or higher to receive this distinction: Stephen Angrisano of Valley Falls, who is enrolled in the college’s School of Hospitality, Resort and Culinary Management. Heather Mason of Castleton, who is enrolled in the college’s School of Forestry and Natural Resources. Amy Rogers of Troy, who is enrolled in the college’s School of Hospitality, Resort and Culinary Management.
RENSSELAER COUNTY CLERK RETURNS RECORD SURPLUS TO COUNTY COFFERS
HOLIDAY CLOSING: The library will be closed Feb. 19-21 for Presidents Day weekend. TOY STORY 3(G): Enjoy the movie and refreshments Tuesday, Feb. 22, at 2pm. SNOW GLOBE: Children ages 9-13 are invited to make their own Wednesday, Feb. 23, at 1:30pm (maximum of 10 youth). EATING DISORDERS: Local blogger and eating disorder recovery advocate Theresa Houghton shares facts and figures, as well as her personal experiences in “Hidden Struggle: The Truth about Eating Disorders.” This presentation caps off National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (Feb. 20th-26th) WEARABLE ART: Felted hats by Michelle Elliot are on display in the library. Appointments to try on the hats can be arranged; call 674-5050 for more information. BOOK GROUP: The title for discussion Wednesday, Mar. 2, at 7pm is the late Randy Pausch’s “The Last Lecture.” HOURS & LOCATION: Mon.-Thur. 11am-8pm, Fri. 11am-6pm, Sat. 11am-4pm, Sun. 1-4pm. See holiday closing above. Located behind Town Hall at 66 and 43. Phone: 674-5050. Web: sandlaketownlibrary.org.
Rensselaer County Clerk Frank J. Merola reports that the Rensselaer County Clerk’s office has posted the largest revenue surplus to date, returning over $600,000.00 to county coffers for FY 2010. The Clerk’s office reported 2010 revenue of $2,598,155.36 against expenditures of $1,961,277.60 for a surplus totaling $637,000.00. County officials will use this surplus revenue to offset any potential increases in the county tax rate which has risen due to explosive increases in state mandated programs such as Medicaid. Mr. Merola is happy to report that this is the eleventh consecutive six figure surplus returned to the County, an achievement made even more impressive due to the economic downturn that has plagued the nation. “As a former businessman, the bottom line was finishing in the black every year. A company or a government that continually operates at a deficit will not be in business for very long.” Mr. Merola said, “I am extremely pleased that my department is able to return a sizable surplus to the county coffers despite the challenging economic times, and I am confident that we will continue to return surplus revenue for years to come.” In the past six years, the Clerk’s office has returned surplus revenues totaling over $2.2 million dollars to the general fund, a result of aggressive revenue enhancement programs such as the very successful RENEW RENSSELAER passport and motor vehicle program which has resulted in a dramatic increase in the number of passports processed by the Rensselaer County Clerk’s office. Mr. Merola also credits an outstanding DMV department, and an aggressive DMV outreach program that has attracted significant auto dealer business to Rensselaer County and significantly increased DMV revenue. The photo ID program instituted by Mr. Merola in 2006 has proved to be extremely popular, with residents of all Capital Region counties coming to Rensselaer County to purchase a photo ID. “Like many other departments in County government we are doing more with less.” Mr. Merola said, “Our department spending has remained flat since 2008, a result of the tremendous effort by DMV and Record Room staffs, as well as upgrades in equipment that has allowed us to maintain present staff levels. Our courteous and efficient service has given our office the well deserved reputation as the most customer friendly Clerk’s office in the capital region. These next few years may prove challenging as a result of the economic downturn, but I am confident that we will continue to return needed money to the County for the benefit of our taxpayers.”
TAMARAC HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1961 SEARCHING FOR CLASSMATES
Tamarac High School class of 1961 will be holding their 50th anniversary reunion on June 11, 2011. The following classmates are being sought. Contact Chester Winsor, 6032 Pine Valley Drive, Orlando, FL 32819; 407-909-8955; fwinsor@cfl.rr.com. Thea Comins, Ronald Eger, Paul Fichter, Judith Kissinger, Emily Lee, Jean McIssac, Geraldine Nichols, Shirley Palitsch, Sharon Quackenbush, Mary Schellenger.
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CLINTON HEIGHTS FIRE DEPARTMENT INSTALLS OFFICERS
The Clinton Heights Fire Department recently held its annual Installation of Officers at the Melvin Roads Post 1231 American Legion. For the calendar year 2011, sworn in as Chief Officers were Randy Cherubino, Car 1, 1st Assistant Chief, Seth Tracy, 2nd Assistant Chief, Bill O’Connor and Safety Officer, Ron Stark. Line Officers for 2011, for The Bruen Hose Fire Company, Station I, Captain, Eric Warner, Lieutenant Truck 8, Tony Hazzard, Lieutenant Rescue 8, Steve Bestler; for Community Hose Fire Company, Station II, Captain, Chris Racine, Station Lieutenant, Mike Hart, Lieutenant Squad 8, Chris Sanabria, Jr., Lieutenant Engine 8-5, Tom Penk, Lieutenant, Engine 8-7, Steve Weaver. The following were sworn in as Company Executive Officers: for Bruen Hose Company, President, Robert Phelan, Sr.; Vice President, Tony Hazzard; Secretary, Tom Burns; Treasurer, Mike Ginock; Sergeant at Arms, Rob Bestler; Assistant Sergeant at Arms, Joe Faranda. For Community Hose Company, President, Ron Stark; Vice President, Tim Kirsch; Secretary, Michelle Such; Treasurer, Ed Pratt; Financial Secretary, John Farrell; Sergeant at Arms, T.J. Laplante. The Ladies Auxiliary welcomed their new officers for 2011: President, Michele Graham; Co-Vice President, Robin Gibson; Co-Vice President Meaghan Driggs; Secretary, Bernadette Hazzard; Financial Secretary, Michele Penk; Treasurer, Helene Reed; Chaplain, Joyce Smith. During the evenings presentations, a moment of silence was held in memory of those past members who departed this life: Ed Witko, Al Malcomson, Ollie McKie, Bob Pelletier, Margaret Ochs.
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Letter to the Editor: In response to the February 10th article by Glenn Snyder, A prayerful moment for a peaceful solution to the situation from this concerned local Methodist. ~Nancy W. Davis, Averill Park
MONITORING TRAINING TO BE HELD AT GRAFTON LAKES STATE PARK
Are you interested in helping protect frogs and toads? The North American Amphibian Monitoring Program (NAAMP), an effort coordinated by the U.S. Geological Survey and a network of regional coordinators, will lead a training session for volunteers to collect data on frogs and toads during the spring and summer. This free training will be held on Wednesday, March 2, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Shaver Pond Nature Center at 194 Shaver Pond Road in Grafton Lakes State Park. Amphibian populations are declining and long-term monitoring helps scientists determine steps to protect them. Volunteers drive a pre-determined route after sunset 4 times during the spring and summer, and listen for calling frogs and toads. There are 10 stops per route, and volunteers listen for 5 minutes at each stop, record their data online and send it to the state coordinator. Volunteers must be 16 years or older and are required to register for the training with the New York Regional Coordinator, Hudson River Estuary Program, Suzanne Beyeler, PhD at FrogandToad@gw.dec.state.ny.us.
COMMUNITY SEW ALL DAY
On February 26, 2011, SL@AMS (Service Learning at Algonquin Middle School) will be holding a Community Sew All Day from 9:00 – 3:00. This event will be held in the Algonquin cafeteria and is open to students, their families and community members. We will be sewing items for charities, including Project Linus, Hug a Heart for Albany Medical Center, One Million Pillow Cases and dresses for little girls in Africa. Sewing experience is not necessary! We will have a project for everyone. Refreshments will be served, but you should bring a lunch. If you would like to donate supplies for this project, it would be appreciated. Items needed are cotton fabric, batting, stuffing, thread and yarn. Come and join us for the whole day or just an hour. Bring your friends and family. If you have any questions, please contact Carol Winkley at 674-7100 ext 4162 or winkleyc@averillpark.k12.ny.us.
DOES YOUR FAMILY HAVE CABIN FEVER? Have you had enough winter yet? I’d like to thank the DPW for their continued hard work, and remind everyone to hold on to their sense of humor and patience in the face of an unusually tough winter. Like many towns and cities across the nation this year, the problem of where to put all this snow seems to confront us on a daily basis. As much as possible, please try not to shovel your driveway into the streets, as it only ends up in your neighbor’s driveway! I’d like to take this opportunity to share a few thoughts with you. • The first meeting of the Fiscal Advisory Board was very productive, and I have every confidence that it will continue as such. Congratulations on a great start! • Some questions have arisen regarding our town’s relationship with both the city and county of Rensselaer. East Greenbush and the City of Rensselaer share a water contract with the City of Troy. At present, we are in litigation over the future of that contract, and believe that we will be able to come to an agreement that is a positive one. East Greenbush and Rensselaer County continue to enjoy a positive working relationship in the building of a sewer bypass line which will benefit both. Special thanks goes to the Rensselaer County IDA led by Bob Pasinella for their help with that, and a number of potential economic developments. • Jim Breig and I are happy to announce that contract negotiations with the DPW (CSEA) are complete. We believe that residents will be pleased with the results. We are also pleased that negotiations with Council 82, representing Dispatchers and the East Greenbush Police, are moving forward. We expect similar positive results in those negotiations. We appreciate that the unions representing town employees have been cooperative and understanding of the fiscal challenges we face. Special thanks to Jim for his many hours of work in these negotiations. • Thanks to Toni Murphy and the Tax Receiver’s Office for their extra efforts during this busy time. • Finally, we regret to announce that Jim Moore will be leaving his post in the Office of Planning and Zoning. His talent, diligence, and knowledge will be sorely missed by all. We do, however, wish him only the very best in his new position. With hopes for an early Spring—
DiMURA NAMED RUSSELL SAGE KELLAS SCHOLAR
Emily DiMura from Wynantskill, an English major at Russell Sage College, has been named a Kellas Scholar for the fall 2010 semester. Kellas Scholars have been on the Dean’s List for three consecutive semesters. Dean’s List students have achieved a semester grade point average of at least 3.4 while carrying a course load of at least 12 credits.
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Are You Looking For A Fun Family Night? WE HAVE just what you’re looking for…Grace Fellowship’s Kids’ Celebration Team has an exciting Family Concert coming your way! Alan Root a renown children’s worship minister is coming to Grace Fellowship Church, in Latham, NY for a FAMILY CONCERT on Sunday, February 20th,
at 6pm. Alan Root is a high energy children’s worship minister who is focused on traveling the Northern Hemisphere telling kids about the love of Jesus with rock and roll, biblical teaching, and laughter. His music and message is accessible for all ages, but he has a heart and a passion for the “tweens” in the church. Besides writing worship music for kids, he has also written, arranged, produced and performed music for McDonald’s, Wrigley’s, General Mills, Oscar Meyer, Kellogg’s, Dr. Seuss, and Sesame Place He has also performed at Billy Graham Children’s Crusades. This Family Concert is a great opportunity for you to invite friends and kids’ friends to experience a high energy evening of music & fun where you will leave with a new mindset about worship! Sponsored by Grace Fellowship Church Kids’ Celebration, Alan Root is focused on transforming kids and their families by sharing the Gospel in a manner that speaks to “tweens” and appeals to children of all ages. Tickets are $5 per family in advance or $7 the night of the event. This is going to be a great time for the whole family! Tickets are on sale online at www.gracefellowship.com
SAND LAKE SENIORS UPCOMING EVENTS
• February 18th - Luncheon at the Lakeview Inn, in Averill Park at 12noon. Please call Betty Bieg at 663-8292 for tickets. • February 24th - Social Day at the Church of the Covenant at 12:15. Please bring a bag lunch. • March 17th - Day bus trip to St. Patrick’s Festival in Pennsylvania. Cost is $40 for members and $46 for non-members. We will be leaving from the Church of the Covenant in Averill Park at 7AM. Contact Laura Stevans at 674-0050 for tickets. The Church of the Covenant is the round church located in Averill Park.
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HIDDEN STRUGGLE: THE TRUTH ABOUT EATING DISORDERS
Eating disorders are a growing epidemic, especially among today’s young people. The physical and emotional damage done by these diseases is devastating and can be deadly. Yet many people are unaware of the true impact of eating disorders and their prevalence in society. Local blogger and eating disorder recovery advocate Theresa Houghton shares the facts and figures as well as her personal experiences with ED in HIDDEN STRUGGLE: THE TRUTH ABOUT EATING DISORDERS. This presentation caps off National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (Feb. 20th-26th), seven days during which the National Eating Disorders Association encourages people to do just one thing to raise awareness about eating disorders. HIDDEN STRUGGLE will be presented on Saturday, February 26th, at 1PM at the Sand Lake Town Library. The event is free and all are welcome. If you or someone you know is struggling with ED, please don’t hesitate to attend.
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Just in time for National Eating Disorder Week, starting February 21st: A dynamic new website has emerged, a platform for topics relating to eating disorders, body image, and social pressures on American females in our modern era. More than just another info site, local teen Kit Collins’s unique and relatable voice befriends the reader even when writing on difficult topics, such as Collins’s own struggles with anorexia and self-worth. The firsthand insight and resources within The Shapes Of Sexy makes it an extremely valuable site for anyone who is or knows someone struggling with body image, disordered eating, or a lack of self-love. www.theshapesofsexy.com.
RED CROSS SCHEDULES BLOOD DRIVES
The American Red Cross Blood Services, New York-Penn Region will hold several community blood drives during the month of February. All eligible and new blood donors are encouraged to give blood. Blood donors are needed everyday to ensure an adequate blood supply for patients in need.
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A Veterans Appreciation Day highlighted by informational kiosks will be held Saturday, February 19th, from 10AM to 3PM at Melvin Roads Post 1231. The day’s activities will include the offering of assistance to veterans by the Albany Veterans Administration Medical Center. The VA will provide the opportunity for Vets to join the health care program and receive their related ID Card. Further, health clinics will be offered both for finger sticks and blood pressure. The New York State Division of Veterans Affairs will be available to provide all veterans with the necessary input needed in order to receive the benefits available to them. The New York State Department of Labor will also provide the opportunity to receive input on employment benefits for those who have served their country in the military forces. The day is one more example of how Melvin Roads Post is caring for our veterans. The program is being coordinated by Member George Basher with the assistance of Vice Commanders Dan Yates and Michelle LaRock. All veterans are welcome along with their families. Mr. Basher is suggesting that “each vet, bring a vet.” There is no admission charge and refreshments will be served.
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PHARMACISTS ENCOURAGE AMERICANS TO CONSIDER MEDICINE CABINET CLEANOUT
The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) encourages the public to make an annual medicine cabinet cleanout part of their New Year’s resolutions. Pharmacists recommend patients use this time to properly dispose of all the unused and expired medications that accumulated over the previous year. Because each season brings a host of new illnesses and conditions, it’s easy for medicine cabinets to become cluttered with unused or expired prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, vitamins and herbals that can potentially be harmful to one’s health. Hanging onto old, expired or unused medications can increase the chances of taking the wrong one. Old, expired medications can lose their potency thus reducing or providing no value to the condition being treated and unused medications have the potential to be abused and misused. “As you finalize your resolutions for a happier and healthier New Year, why not add this simple task to your list?” asked Thomas E. Menighan, APhA Executive Vice President and CEO. “A medicine cabinet cleanout is one of the smallest resolutions a person can make for their personal and family’s health. To help protect yourselves and the environment, it just takes a few simple steps to properly store and dispose of medications. And if you have any questions about your medications’ expiration date or potency, talk with your pharmacist.” Tips for Storing and Cleaning Out Your Medicine Cabinet or Other Medication Storage Areas: • Medications should be stored in a secured area that has low humidity, a stable temperature and adequate lighting. • Check the date on everything in your medicine cabinet and dispose of anything that has passed the expiration date. • Properly dispose of anything you have not used in the past 12 months. • Properly dispose of any prescription medications you no longer need. Do not share prescription medications with others. • Properly dispose of medicines no longer in their original container or that can no longer be identified. • Properly dispose of medicines that have changed color, odor or taste. • Do not flush unused or expired medications and do not pour them down a sink or drain.* They should be disposed of properly in the household trash or through your community’s medication disposal program, when available. Follow these easy steps before disposing in the trash: -Pour medication into a sealable plastic bag. If medication is a solid (pill, liquid capsule, etc.), add water to dissolve it. -Add kitty litter, sawdust, coffee grounds (or any material that mixes with the medication and makes it less appealing for pets and children to eat) to the plastic bag. -Seal the plastic bag and put it in the trash. -Remove and destroy ALL identifying personal information (prescription label) from all medication containers before recycling them or throwing them away. *Visit www.smarxtdisposal.net for more information and for a list of medications that should be flushed.
COMMUNICATING with YOUR HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL
The Troy Public Library is pleased to announce the program “Communicating with Your Health Care Professional,” presented by Grace Dechant, EdMS, RN of the LENS (Linking Education Nurses and Seniors) Program of the Foundation of the New York State Nurses’ Association. The program will be held Tuesday, March 8th, at 11 a.m. If you’ve left your physician’s office with unanswered questions, or you didn’t understand some of what was being said, come and learn how to feel more comfortable during your next visit. Helpful tips will be discussed regarding effective ways and useful approaches to talk with your healthcare team. This program is free and open to the public, but please call the library at 274-7071 to register. Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy.
SAMARITAN HOSPITAL SEXUAL ASSAULT PROG. SEEKING VOLUNTEERS
The Sexual Assault and Crime Victims Assistance Program for Rensselaer County at Samaritan Hospital is seeking volunteers interested in training to help answer calls on its sexual assault hotline, beginning Monday, Feb. 28, 6 - 9 p.m., Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing, 2215 Burdett Ave., Troy. The 10-session training will begin with an introduction to the Sexual Assault and Crime Victims Assistance Program. Subsequent sessions will explore the psychology of victimization, how to counsel those in crisis, vulnerable populations, domestic violence and stalking, working with adult survivors, and crimes and the courtroom. For more information on the training schedule, or to volunteer, please call Danielle Lloyd at the Sexual Assault and Crime Victims Assistance Program at (518) 271-3410. The Sexual Assault and Crime Victims Assistance Program is the only agency in the county to provide comprehensive, specialized services for victims of sexual assault, crime and violence. All services are free and confidential.
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Please Join Boy Scout Troop 528 and their families for a Family-Style BAKED HAM DINNER FUNDRAISER~ SAT. 2/26 • 5:30PM-7PM Sullivan Jones VFW Post, Veterans Rd., Poestenkill Adults $12, Children (5-10) $6, Under 5 FREE
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Jill Andros, a 10 year Breast Cancer Survivor, is hosting a Breast Cancer Fundraiser Day-tona Party on Sunday, February 20th, at the New Lebanon Firehouse. The tickets are $15 and include food and drink. The party starts at 11:30. Tickets will be available at the door or you can call Jill at 727-1342.
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ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT PANCAKE BREAKFAST
St. Jude’s Knights of Columbus will be hosting an All-You-CanEat Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, February 20th, from 8AM to 11AM in the School Gym at 43 Brookside Avenue in Wynantskill. Please join us for pancakes, sausage, bacon, eggs, hash browns, fruit, hot coffee, and much more. Enjoy some time with your family, friends, and neighbors. All proceeds support our local parish and community. Adults and Children over 12/$6, Children 6 to 12/ $3, and Children under 5 are free.
MARDI GRAS BREAKFAST
Blooming Grove Reformed Church in DeFreestville will hold a Mardi Gras breakfast on Saturday, March 5th, from 8AM to 11AM. The Church is located on Bloomingrove Drive across from the CDTA Park & Ride Lot. The menu includes Pancakes, Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Potatoes, Apple Sauce, Juice, Coffee, Tea and Milk. Pre-Sale tickets are $6 and available from church members or by calling 2862910 before February 27th. At the Door: Adults/$8, Children ages 6 to 12/$5, Children age 5 and under FREE.
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Van Rensselaer Star Chapter #256, Order of the Eastern Star, will hold its annual President’s Day Luncheon on Monday, February 21st, at the Masonic Temple, 710 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush. Lunch will be served from 11:30AM to 1:30PM and will include meatloaf, scalloped potatoes, vegetables and dessert. The cost is $8 with all monies being donated to “Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation” - a Childrens’ Cancer Research Charity. Please call Barbara Smith at 477-7127 or Joan Sheffer at 465-3925 for reservations by February 17th. Please come and help us to support this very worthwhile charity.
ST. DAVID’S TURKEY DINNER
St. David’s, located at 2647 Brookview Road in Castleton will be serving Salad, Roast Turkey, Dressing, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable and Dessert on Sunday, February 20th, between Noon and 1:30PM. The cost is $8 for Adults and $5 for Children under 10. For reservations, please call Gail at 766-4029.
PORK LOIN DINNER
Salem United Methodist Church, West Sand Lake, will be holding a Pork Loin dinner on February 26th from 4:30PM till 6PM, for the small price of $10 for adults, and a lower cost for children. The all-you-can-eat dinner will also include oven roasted potatoes, fried apples, corn, gravy, rolls, and a slice of one of our large selection of pies for dessert. The church is located just off Shaver Road. Reservations are appreciated (walk-ins on an as available basis) by calling the church office at 674-3106. We look forward to providing the community with a wonderful dinner at a fantastic price.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 23RD 5-9PM FAMILY NIGHT- all you can eat buffet: •Tavern Pizzas, Baked Pasta Casseroles •Garden Salad • Sundae Bar, Soda & Iced Tea Adults: $1500, Children: $850 A portion of the proceeds go to the AP Music Dept.
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Averill Park High School Orchestra students are now selling tickets for a benefit pancake breakfast to be held on Saturday, February 19th, from 8AM until 10AM at Applebee’s in the Greenbush Commons on Route 4. You can reserve your spot by purchasing a ticket for $5.00 from your favorite APHS orchestra student or contact Mike Blostein at 674-7000 or blosteinm@averillpark.k12.ny.us. Your breakfast will be served by one of the APHS orchestra members and proceeds support the APHS Orchestra.
ITALIAN NIGHT SPONSORED BY GARDNER DICKINSON PTO!
Gardner Dickinson PTO will be hosting “Italian Night” at Paolo Lombardi’s Restaurant on Thursday, March 3, 2011; Eat-In or Take-Out. Proceeds will help fund/sponsor events such as; field trips, movie night, books for our library and many other fun and exciting activities. Reservations are required and mentioning GD PTO is a must for us to receive credit. Hope to see you there. Your support is greatly appreciated!
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SCHODACK VALLEY PIZZA NIGHT
Tired of shoveling snow? Take a break and join us at Schodack Valley Pizza Night, at the Volunteer Fire Company located at 1553 Schodack Valley Road in Castleton, on February 19th. Bring the family for Pizza, Antipasto, Wings and more from 5PM to 9PM. Additional seating will be available. Our featured Pizza this month will be Chicken Parmesan. You can eat-in or take-out. For takeout, call us at 477-4215.
ROCK N’ ROLL MURDER MYSTERY DINNER
The Church of Saint Pius X in Loudonville presents “A Rock n’ Roll Murder Mystery”, an evening out of the Golden Age of the 1950s, complete with music, food, and entertainment on Saturday, March 5, 2011, at 6:30PM. The event will feature a 1950s themed diner-type dinner, including desserts and beverages and a 50/50 raffle. Come dressed in your favorite outfit from the 50s and 60s, enjoy some rock n’ roll music, and stay to find out who did it! Tickets are $35 in advance. Please call 458-7048 to purchase yours. The event will help support our 2010 Parish Pilgrimage to Germany and Austria.
ST. HENRY’S TO HOLD IRISH NIGHT
St. Henry’s Church in Averill Park will be holding an Irish Night from 7:30 to 11:00 PM on Saturday, March 12th, in the Parish Community Room. For a price of only $10 per person, you will get soda, snacks, entertainment featuring Frank Jaklitsch and friends and a chance to win door prizes. Beer, wine and food will also be available at reasonable prices. Due to State regulations, no outside alcoholic beverages can be brought into the event. Tickets can be purchased after all masses at St. Henry’s or by calling the Rectory at 674-3818.
GIFFY’S CHICKEN BAR-B-Q
Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County (LVORC) will be sponsoring a Giffy’s Chicken Bar-B-Q at St. Michael’s Church, located at 175 Williams Road in Troy on March 3rd, from 3:30PM to 5:30PM. Cost is $10 and you can eat-in or take-out. Tickets at the door.
SOUP & SANDWICH LUNCHEON
The Poestenkill Christian Church, 721 Snyder’s Corners Rd. in Poestenkill, will be having a soup and sandwich luncheon on Saturday, February 19th, from 11AM to 4PM. Cost is $6.50/adults and $3.25/Children under 10. For more information, call 2799458. Dine-in or take-out. Menu includes: Soups: taco, pasta fagioli, or cream of broccoli; Sandwiches: ham salad, egg salad, or tuna salad on soft roll; cake, coffee, tea or fruit punch. To order takeouts, please call 286-2773.
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The West Sand Lake Fire Co. #1 Ladies Aux will hold a Breakfast on February 20th, from 8AM to 11:30AM. Menu: Eggs, Bacon, Toast, Sausage, Pancakes, French Toast, Homefries and Drink. Cost is $6/Adults, $4/Kids ages 5-10 and under 5 are free.
HAM DINNER FUNDRAISER
Poestenkill Boy Scout Troop 528 invites you to our Ham Dinner fundraiser to benefit our trip to Washington, DC on Saturday, February 26th, from 5:30PM to 7PM at the Sullivan-Jones VFW in Poestenkill. Cost: $12/Adults, $6/Children ages 5 to 10 and Children 4 years and under are free. Reservations requested, not required. Take-Out Available. Call to reserve at 518-2480225. In our visit to our nation’s capital we have the privilege to attend an honorary ‘Changing of the Guard’ ceremony held at the Arlington National Cemetery! We are humbled with great pride to have been granted the honor to present a wreath to our soldiers at the Tomb of the Unknown; possibly a once in a lifetime experience. While we are working hard to earn this rewarding adventure in our scouting life, we need to look to our community to help us get there.
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The St. Henry’s Knights of Columbus will be holding a spaghetti dinner for the benefit of Brian Glasser on Saturday, February 26th, from 4:30PM to 7:30PM at St. Henry’s Church in the community room. The cost of the Dinner is $8 for adults, $4 for children under 12. Takeout is available. The Knights are also holding a Raffle for a Compaq Presario CQ62-21NR Notebook Computer. Tickets will be sold after all the masses. Tickets are $5 each or $20 for 5. The drawing will be at the Spaghetti Dinner. The winner need not be present. Brian has Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis, which is a disease that damages and blocks bile ducts inside and outside the liver. Brian is now in need of a liver transplant. The money raised will help with his medical and travel expenses. For more information on the dinner or tickets, contact Bill Glasser 674-3965.
“CABIN FEVER PARTY”
The Women’s Aux. of the American Legion #1489 will host a “Cabin Fever Party” with music by, Sound Spectrum, on Saturday, March 5th, from 7PM to 11PM. Cost is $7 for advance tickets and $10 at the door - includes draft beer, soda and light snacks (you may also bring your own snacks); 50/50 drawing. American Legion Post #1489 is located on Main Avenue in Wynantskill.
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Club members and guests are invited to the February meeting of the Sand Lake Garden Club to be held on Wednesday, February 23rd. This month’s program on Birds in the Garden will be presented by Marthanne Linacre, a Master Gardener with Rensselaer County Cornell Cooperative Extension. Marthanne is an avid photographer who has been capturing photos of birds in her gardens for many years. Come and enjoy some thoughts of spring and share some refreshments. Meetings start at 7:00 p.m. in the Sand Lake Town Hall. For further information, please call Helen at 674-3571.
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POESTENKILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY’S FEBRUARY PROGRAM
UNIV. OF NEW HAMPSHIRE’S DEAN’S LIST FOR THE FALL SEMESTER 2010
The following students have been named to the Dean’s List at the University of New Hampshire for the fall semester of the 2010-2011 academic year. Castleton: Eric Hart earned Honors, Karah Johnson Highest Honors, Tamara Lilkas earned Highest Honors, Ryan Yurista earned Highest Honors. East Greenbush: Ryan Kelly earned Highest Honors, Abigail Morris earned Honors. Stephentown: Elizabeth Rathbun earned Highest Honors. West Sand Lake: Matthew Bentley earned Honors. Students named to the Dean’s List at the University of New Hampshire have earned recognition through their superior scholastic performance. Highest Honors are awarded to students who earn a semester grade point average of 3.7 or better out of a possible 4.0. Students with a 3.5 to 3.69 average are awarded high honors and students whose grade point average is 3.2 through 3.49 are awarded honors.
Poestenkill Historical Society will be celebrating Black History Month with a special presentation, author Scott Christianson from Sand Lake, will discuss his book “Freeing Charles’ and the history of the Underground Railroad. Freeing Charles unlocks the story of an escaped slave, Charles Nalle, born 1821 into slavery in Stevensburg, Culpeper County. Scott is an author, journalist, and human rights activist. His interest in American history, particularly slavery, dates back to his boyhood in upstate New York, when he discovered some of his ancestor’s Civil War letters. The story begins on a plantation in Stevensburg, at a time when slavery was a way of life supported by most churches in Culpeper and reaches fever pitch 450 miles away in Troy, NY on the eve of the Civil War. His story tells about Charles’s life as a slave and conveys a sense of how terribly difficult and complicated it was to free a slave before the Great Emancipation. Scott follows Charles Naile’s escape via the underground railroad to Troy, NY. Scott will have copies of his book the night of his program available to purchase. Scott’s presentation will be held at the Poestenkill Town Hall [RT351] on Tuesday, Feb.22nd, at 7:00PM 2011. The public is welcome to come and hear about the adventures of Charles Nalle and the general concept of the underground railroad. Refreshments will be provided by Gail Bentley. Call Pat at 2835223 for directions.
STEPHENTOWN BOOK GROUP TO MEET
The Stephentown Library Book Discussion Group will read “The Art of Racing in the Rain” by Garth Stein for their meeting on Thursday, March 3. Enzo, the old dog with the philosopher’s soul, takes the reader through the trials of his family, up-andcoming race car driver Danny and his daughter Zoë. This is a beautifully crafted look at the wonders and absurdities of human life ... as only a dog could tell it. Meetings are held in the Community Room at the Stephentown Memorial Library, Main Street, Stephentown, New York, from noon to 1:00 p.m. Bring a lunch if you like. Copies of the book are available at the library desk. New readers are always welcome. For more information, call 518-733-5750.
UPCOMING EVENTS AT GRAFTON LAKES & CHERRY PLAIN STATE PARKS
Saturday, February 19th – Backyard Birding at 11am with Bob Davis. Learn the basics of backyard birding and birdfeeding in Winter. You’ll participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count! Preregistration preferred. $2/person. At Grafton Lakes State Park Office. Wednesday, February 23rd - Winter Recess Program - Animal Tracks & Traces at 10am. An introduction to reading the stories left by fox, deer, rabbits and other forest dwellers in the snow. Meet at Park Office. Beginners’ class ideal for children. $3/person includes snowshoe rental. Registration required as space is limited. At Grafton Lakes State Park. Saturday, February 26th - Cherry Plain State Park Winterlude from 10-3pm. Enjoy hot cocoa, snowshoeing and outdoor activities at this free park event. Parking space is limited so please carpool.
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SCHOLAR ATHLETE rebecca drischler by Kelley Haggerty
By Morgan McEvilly Hello all Warrior fans! Another week has gone by and your winter athletes have been playing their best. Congratulations to all cheerleaders and boys basketball players recognized at senior night, Friday, February 11th. The players had a lot of energy for the game on Friday; because of it being senior night, the boys wanted to play the game with all of their power for their last home game. They played Guilderland, but fell short by one basket, 59-57. The day before the varsity team played Mohonasen but lost 43-33. Good teamwork boys. The varsity girls’ basketball team (although they don’t have any seniors this year) still played very well this week. On Thursday, February 10th, the girls faced the Bethlehem Eagles with the final score being Eagles 41, Warriors 33. Nice try girls! They had a game the next day and played on Guilderland’s home court. In the end, the Dutchmen won by one point 3736. Thank you for reading; have a wonderful week. If you have any questions and comments, please feel free to contact me via email. morgan.mcevilly2011@gmail.com
B.L.C.C. JR. GOLF CLINIC
Registration is now open for the Burden Lake C. C. Junior Golf Clinic, which runs from July 5th to August 11th. (Tues. - Thurs. 7:30 to 11AM). Period 1 - July 5 - 7; Period 2 - July 12 - 14; Period 3 - July 19 - 21; Period 4 - July 26 - 28; Period 5 - August 2 - 4; Period 6 - August 9 - 11. Boys and Girls 8 to 14 years may enroll for one or more weeks. Ron Choquette, Director of golf at B.L.C.C. will coordinate the program. Instructors include Clint Dawley, Jennifer DiIorio, Cathy Olf, Chuck Bennison and Jim Fasoldt. This will be the twenty-eighth year the program has been offered. The clinic is dedicated to the memory of Edwin LaBrie, who volunteered for many years, the entire summer. For more information, call Ron Choquette at 674-2236.
TOP FORM COACHING LICENSE COURSE
Top Form Inc., will be holding a Coaching License Course Phase I, Philosophy, Principles and Organization of Athletics in Education from February 21st - 27th. Call 477-2700 or ron@topform.us. Free for contracted Rensselaer County Schools.
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Rebecca Drischler has been dancing for almost all of her life and loves every minute of it. Rebecca says she started when she was 3 years old and continues to practice 5 times a week. Rebecca dances tap, jazz, ballet, modern, and contemporary. Rebecca is on the Senior Comp. team for Isabelle’s School of Dance. The Senior Comp. team participates in 3 competitions a year: StarQuest, Dance of America, and Dancer’s Inc. Drischler has also been assistant teaching an elementary level dance class. Aside from dancing, Rebecca has been working at Hot Harry’s for a year and a half. In her senior year, Drischler is taking courses such as: Advance Placement Biology, Advance Placement English, Pre Calculus, Economics, Participation in Government, and Orchestra where she plays the violin. Rebecca successfully prioritizes her life because she manages to maintain an 89 grade point average.Rebecca’s favorite part of dancing is the dedication needed to become a great dancer. In the future, Rebecca wishes to continue her dancing career. She has applied to SUNY Plattsburg, Saint Rose, SUNY Geneseo, SUNY Buffalo, and Kean State. Drischler is planning on studying special education in college, and in the future, would like to work with elementary aged students. Rebecca says that her mom has inspired her to be the person she is today. “She motivates me to be the best person I can be.”
HI-WAY RECREATION HI-LITES 2/3/11
Hi-Way Junior/Seniors- Brendon O’Donnell 239, Christian Thibeault 259, Hector Hernandez 678, Stephanie Radley 203/505; Friday Bantams– Aidan Sullivan 150/259, Megan Hale 89, Rozlin Ethier 143; Friday Squirts- Colin Caitlin 97/186, Rielly Comtois 110, Rebecca Moore 107; Hi-Way Parent/Child League- Dennis Dorset 149, Hannah Lettieri 128, Allison Belcher 165; Wynantskill SR. Citizens- Richard Field 195, Betty Kelly 159; Hi-Way Senior Citizens- Gus Danei 199, Cathy Mosher 201/505; Hi-Way Tues Niters- Steve Rector 290/685; Hi-Way Leisurettes- Sharon Udwary 182/495; Monday Nite Semi Classic- Mike Hoffay 269/680; Hi-Way Sportsman- Eric Borden 278, Ted Hill Jr. 252/683; Bad News Bowlers- Brud Kehn 248/ 653, Greg Hammond 213, Jen Filuta 226/655; Monday Nite Rollers- Tim Renna 193, Lisa Clenewti 168; Poestenkill MixersChuck Van Brocklyn 199/567, Anita Samboy 202; Burden Lake Scramblers-Angelo DeGenero 224; Alley Katz- Cheryl Hartzell 215, Judy Hartzell 526; American Legion Post #1489- Nick Capparello 190/522, Dinah Young 185/476; Alcron Men- Tom Kehn 267/734; Hi-Way Sportsman- Eric Borden 278, Ted Hill Jr. 252/683; Hi-Way 3 Man Classic- Steve Caverly 279/928, Matt Hill 256/941.
FunBALL FINAL REGISTRATION
AP Senior Tyler Dunworth battles for a two point layup Thursday night against Mohonasen. Unfortunately, Mohon came out on top 43-33.
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The FunBall league exists for boys and girls (K-6th grade) to have fun learning and playing baseball no matter what their skill level. Normally between 100-140 kids participate each year from many communities in southern Renssealaer County, Northern Columbia County, and a few from Albany County. This season will be the leagues 13th year. There are no strikeouts, walks, scores, league standings, or umpires. Everyone bats until they hit, and players rotate field positions each inning. Players are grouped by grade rather than age (all attempts are made to place friends on the same team). Games (two per week) are played during May and June. Registration is $35.00 per child with forms available at the East Greenbush, Castleton, and Nassau Libraries. Contact Dan Spilman at 477-7665 (funball@earthtones.com) with questions.
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AVERILL PARK POP WARNER CHEER PROGRAM INFORMATION NIGHT
APPW is restructuring its Cheer Program and will be holding an “Information Night”, March 3, 2011 at 7:00 pm in the Averill Park High School Cafeteria. All interested cheer families, coaches, assistant coaches, junior coaches (must be 15 years or older) and team parents are encouraged to attend. For more information, please contact Stephanie Pelletier at spelletier118@aol.com.
COMMUNITY SNOW PARTY AT FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH IN E. POESTENKILL
The First Baptist Church in East Poestenkill invites everyone to a chaperoned, fun-filled afternoon in the snow on February 21st from 12 Noon till?. Get ready for sledding, ice skating, snowman building and campfire. Free refreshments at our pavilion are waiting for the winter outdoor lovers. Bring sleds, toboggans, snow tubes, ice skates and outdoor clothes. Just good old-fashioned fun for EVERYBODY! No cost. Got Skates? If you have ice skates in any sizes, please donate them to us for kids who don’t have any. We plan to keep them on hand for sharing. Find us in East Poestenkill, 12 Legenbauer Road just off Plank Road, RT 40. Any questions? Phone Pastor Jay and Mary Bucci at 283-5186.
AVERILL PARK ROAD RUNNERS YOUTH CLUB IS NOW TAKING REGISTRATIONS
The Averill Park Road Runners Youth Club is now taking registrations for the 2011 Track & Field Season. The club is open to anyone ages 7-14 who likes to run, jump, throw and most of all, have FUN! (You do not have to be a resident of the Averill Park School District.) Kids can choose from many events including sprints, distance running, hurdles, long jump, high jump, shot put, turbo javelin and discus. Practices will be held Monday & Thursday evenings at the Averill Park High School, with several meets throughout the season. The season will run from April 25th through June and finish with the Junior Olympics. Registration is now available on our website at www.aproadrunners.com. The registration fee is only $40, plus uniform if needed. A $15.00 late fee will be added on April 1st. There is a $10 sibling discount. Membership in the United States Track and Field Association ($20) is also required to participate and provides insurance coverage. Call Kathy Slyer at 859-2081 if you need help with registration or have questions about the team. We are a parent run organization and parental involvement is required. This is a great place for children to try something different, make new friends, get exercise and have fun! All abilities and skill levels are welcome. See you at the track!!
APYSL SPRING REC LEAGUE REGISTRATION
APYSL Spring Recreational League registration is now open. This all-play recreational league is open to players in grades K-6. Play will start the week of May 1st and run for 6 weeks. Players will have one practice followed by a game each week on the same weeknight. Grades 2 and 3 will play Tuesdays, Grades K and 1 Wednesdays, and Grades 4, 5 and 6 on Thursdays. To register, please go to www.apysl.org and follow the link provided for Spring Recreational Registration. Registration fee is $60. Please consider volunteering to coach when you register your child — No experience is necessary! Interested student referees should register as well. Think Spring!! Questions should be directed tospring_inhouse@apysl.org.
RESULTS OF GIRL SCOUTS 2nd ANNUAL POWDER PUFF DERBY
TIM CIAMPA NAMED TO SUNYAC COMMISSIONER’S LIST
Tim Ciampa, a senior on the SUNY Potsdam men’s soccer team, has been named to the State University of New York Athletic Conference Commissioner’s List, the league announced. Ciampa, a Castleton, N.Y., native, is one of 28 student-athletes at Potsdam to receive the academic recognition. To qualify for the list, student-athletes must have completed the entire 2010 fall season in a varsity sport, and must have maintained a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.3 based on three semesters at the institution.
COLUMBIA BOYS BASKETBALL GAME SCORING SUMMARY
Girl Scout Service Unit 132 held its Second Annual Powder Puff Derby on Saturday, February 5, at the East Greenbush Reformed Church. 60 girls and their families participated in the race. ALL the racers did an excellent job. We are pleased to announce the winners of this year’s derby.
FRIENDS OF CHERRY PLAIN STATE PARK TO HOST “WINTERLUDE” EVENT
On Saturday, February 26th, the Friends of Cherry Plain State Park (FCP), is hosting Winterlude, an outdoor Winter fun-day. The event will be based at the Cherry Plain State Park entrance on Miller Road from 10 AM-3 PM . There will be a bonfire, hot chocolate, hot dogs, and marshmallows for roasting. Depending on weather and interest, FCP will host snowshoe hikes, cross-country ski treks, or simply a good long walk. An animal tracking and nature observation event will be featured. Members of the FCP will be on-hand throughout the day to direct and guide small parties ready to head out into the various areas of the DEC’s Capital District Wildlife Management Area. This is a free event. Please come with your outdoor equipment, winter clothing gear, and potluck items to share. The park will also have a snowshoe demo available for kids and adults. FCP thanks the Town of Berlin for plowing a loop near the park entrance to provide parking. However, as parking will be in short supply, everyone is encouraged to car-pool when possible. For further information or offers to help at the event, please call Dick Gibbs at 283-0155 (H) or 225-7371 (C) or Liz Wagner at Grafton Lakes State Park at 279-1155. Come on out and make your own fun as you join in with other outdoor enthusiasts.
BRUNSWICK GIRLS SOFTBALL LEAGUE REGISTRATION
New in 2011 the registration for Brunswick Girls Softball League is now online. Prospective members and returning members can now easily register online and pay by check, debit or credit card. This will be the only form of registration, so please pass it on to family and friends. Brunswick Girls Softball is registering girls who are 4-16 years old. The registration fee is $55 for TBall (ages 4-6), $80 for Mini-Minors (ages 7-10) and $90 for Minors (ages 10-12) and majors (ages 13 & up). There is an additional charge of $20 added to the registration if your child does not participate in the Coin Drop. Please register your child early to take advantage of the Early Bird Special. Discounts are also available for families with more than 1 child. Winter clinics began on 1/16/2011 for our General Membership. Opening weekend is tentatively scheduled for April 29th-30th. Please visit our website to access current information and clinic times at www.burnswicksoftball.org. The Sports sign-up link is www.sportsignup.com/Brunswick-Girls-Softball-OnlineRegistration.start.
February 4th - Averill Park vs Columbia. Averill Park 40 Final: Luke Ziegler 1, Chris Gummer 1, Pat Sunkes 3, Ryan Macari 2, Tyler Dunworth 2, Dan VanRoy 10, Nick Hess 15, Kyle Radzmynski 3, Josh Shoemaker 2, Hayes 1. Columbia 61 Final: Tyler Hart 6, Erik Martin 5, Christian Brown 5, Dan Jaromin 4, Lucas Dillenbeck 4, Kelly Davis 18, Corey Gibson 14, Connor Ramon 2, Matt Elliott 3. February 9th - Colonie vs. Columbia. Colonie 51 Final: Mark Papuzza 3, Andrew Hooten 5, Zeian Polanco 3, Robbie McGuirk 21, Vinny Tashjian 4, John Buhner 3, Sonny Benson 2, Mike Zielinski 4, Godfrey Freeman 6. Columbia 56 Final: Tyler Hart 12, Erik Martin 9, Christian Brown 2, Dan Jaromin 5, Kelly Davis 14, Corey Gibson 6, Connor Ramon 8.
RPI LEARN to SWIM PROGRAM
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BRUNSWICK SOCCER CLUB REGISTRATION
Online registration for Spring House Soccer 2011 is currently open and runs until 2/19/2011. The fee is $75 per player, 4th+ child per family is free. The season begins April 30, 2011 at our Route 2 Soccer Complex in Brunswick. Parents can register their children online by following the link at the club’s website: www.brunswicksoccer.org.
TROY ANNOUNCES FREE & DISCOUNTED SKATING
Mayor Harry Tutunjian announced special promotions for public skating at the city’s Knickerbacker Ice Arena. “This weekend, when many couples are looking for something different to do or families are looking for a break from the winter weather, ice skating at our Knickerbacker Ice Arena is a wonderful way to spend time together,” said Mayor Harry Tutunjian. “This is a great opportunity to get out of the house for a healthy activity.” Tutunjian added the city will offer free admission and rentals for public skating in honor of President’s Day from February 21st thru 27th to Troy residents only. Regular admission rates and skate rentals will still apply to non-residents. The schedule is as follows: February 21st thru 25th 2 PM-3:50 PM February 26th and 27th 3:30 PM-5:20 PM Located at the intersection of 8th Avenue and 103rd Street, the Knickerbacker Ice Arena was built in 1990. The actual park has been around since the late 1920s for uses such as baseball, soccer, track, and more. Since its construction, the arena has been home to many junior and pro level hockey clubs. Today the venue continues to be a prominent home for area youth hockey clubs and also a training facility for college clubs in the area. Please contact the Knickerbacker Ice Arena at 235-7761 or 235-0215 with any questions.
Who: For children Ages 2+ What: RPI SWIM TEAM will be holding swim lesson for Spring 2011. Where: Robison Pool located on RPI campus. When: Registration. March 9th and 10th. 5-6:30pm at Robison Pool. Dates of Lessons: Saturdays March 26th, April 2, 9, 16, 23. Cost: $45 for RPI affiliates/$55 for outside community. For more information. please Contact Carly Antonucci at RPISWIMLESSONS@gmail.com or for a brochure go to www.rpiathletics.com.
SPRING YOUTH BASEBALL REGISTRATION
Spring Youth Baseball Registration for 2011 season to be held at Spring Youth Baseball, Spring Avenue, Troy. Registration Dates: February 25th, Friday (6:00pm-8:00pm); February 26th, Saturday (8:00am-12:00pm); February 27th, Sunday (8:00am-12:00pm). Registration Fees: $100.00 per child, $125 family plan (2 or more); (raffle tickets will be distributed to sell so you may cover your registration fees). Ages for registration: 4-12 years old. Eligible ages: 4 years old by April 30, 2010 or 13 years old after April 30, 2010. Spring Youth Baseball offers travel baseball for 8 years old and under through 12 years old and under. Workouts will begin in January (you must be registered for workouts) Contact: Spring Youth Baseball at 272-5087.
CLASSIE LASSIE CYCLONES GIRLS SOFTBALL 14U B TEAM HAS OPENINGS
The Classie Lassie Cyclones 14U B team has a few openings left for players. We will compete in the 12 game Mohawk and Hudson league and attend at least two to three local tournaments and one out of town tournament. Please contact Dave Heyward at 283-0135 or go to our website for more information at www.classielassies.net.
EGCYB RECRUITING YOUTH UMPIRES
The East Greenbush-Castleton Youth Baseball League is accepting applications for youth umpires for the 2011 season. Individuals, ages 13 and older, with organized baseball experience are eligible to apply. No umpiring experience is necessary. EGCYBL offers free training and a progressive wage scale that rewards based on experience and availability. For an application, please email the league’s Umpire Coordinator, Dan Grandinetti, at Dan1116@nycap.rr.com. Since there are a limited number of positions available, interested individuals should respond by March 5th, 2011.
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WSL, $750, 2 br, 2nd floor, w/d hk, partial heat incl., sec. dep., refs, no pets, (518) 229-7057
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Wyantskill Main St. 2 br w/ garage Upstairs, applâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. $750+ sec. 8804130 or (619)315-1269 Wynantskill, 1 & 2 BR apt, on well maintained country property 10 min E of Troy, 1 yr. lease. Averill Park sch. district. No dogs. $600/ $800, incl. heat. 813-6795 $650-2br, eat-in-kitchen, Defrstvlle area, parking, laundry, EG schools, 477-9100 pin#303 $675-2br, North Greenbush, yard, EG/AP schools, laundry, parking, great location 477-9100 pin#301 2 br duplex, w/w carpet, d/w, w/d hk-up, driveway, lg. yard, full bsmt $900+ utils + security. 1-2 adults, E. Side (518) 286-1925
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Nassau. 1 bedroom apt. for rent. $600. Please call 788-0783
63 Washington St. Rensselaer 1BR new apt., ultra modern, parking, vaulted celings $600.+ utilities 496-7425
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Pillow Craft - Monday, February 21, at 12:30 PM, Casey Southard leads us in making a batik inspired pillow. Learn about Batikâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rich history in Africa and Asia. The pillow you take home will be anything but plain! You create your own unique batik! FREE - all materials provided. Enrollment limited, reservations required. Go Batty! - Wednesday, February 23, at 1 PM. Jerry Schneider, a Vermont native, has performed nature programs for the past ten years. This program introduces local and tropical bats via slides and taped bat calls. Learn about bats in our attics, building bat houses, vampire bats, migration and hibernation. Registration limited, please preregister. SML Annual Meeting â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Thursday, February 24, at 7 PM. All invited and encouraged to come. Enjoy some refreshments and hear about the state of the library, how we are doing and what is planned for the year to come. Vacation Week Family Movie â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday, February 25, at 7 PM. We will show Megamind on our large screen. The animated Megamind is packed with high-flying action and non-stop laughs. Rated PG. FREE - Popcorn and drinks served. Youth Book Discussion Group â&#x20AC;&#x201C; New group for grades 6 thru 9 - monthly on Saturdays at 1 PM, beginning on February 26. Stop by the library and add your suggested titles to the box. Februaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s title is I so donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do mysteries by Barrie Summy. Copies are available at the library. Tween Game Time - Afternoon of gaming for 10-14 year olds, featuring Guitar Hero with 2 guitars and other Wii games, board games, pizza & refreshments. Bring your friends! Saturday, February 26, at 2 PM at the Library. FREE, but please pre-register. For more information or to register, call Stephentown Memorial Library at 733-5750 or stop in.
VACATION RENTAL Fla. condo, rent option, near golf & ocean, 2 br, 2 ba, 55+, $800/mo., 1 year. 928-1231 Spring on the Boardwalk; Ocean City, MD. Balconied ocean front studio apt, sleeps 4, 1 Week avail. 4/13 thru 4/20. $625. 477-8329
HOMES FOR SALE 3 br, 2.5 ba, totally remodeled colonial farmhouse. New 2 car garage with 2nd flr storage with double door access to backyard. New family room addition (radiant heated) w/kitchen & cathedral ceiling. Screened porch and deck, fenced in yard. Woodstove & oil hot water heat. Walk to post office, library, store and town hall. .88 acre, $235,000. 283-0658 For sale by owner, townhouse in Highpoint, Troy. For details call 238-1889 Great starter home ready to move right in! 56 Spring Ave, 2 Br, 1.5 Ba $85,900 Call Ellen @ Bryce RE 518-495-0099 New Listing! Pre-Listing Inspection done! 210 North Greenbush Rd, 3 Br, 1 Ba, Brick hm w/ 2 car garage, EG Schools. $189K Call Ellen Bell @ Bryce RE 495-0099 Walk to Nassau Lake. Existing drilled well & septic, 0.66 Acres. Trailer and shed on property. Being sold "AS IS" $34,900 Call Al Konieczny @ Bryce RE 4414353
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THE HUDSON CAPITAL GROUP, LLC Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization filed with the Department of State of New York on 5/24/99. Office location, Rensselaer County. Secretary of State of New York State is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at P.O. Box 598, Troy, New York 12181. No reported agent. Latest date of dissolution of LLC: None. Purpose: All legal purposes.
--------------------------------SIMONE S. MILLER, Plaintiff, againstSTEPHEN F. YATES, MARGARET CLARK, MARIA MAXWELL, CHARLES BONESTEEL, and W. ARNOLD a/k/a WILLIAM ARNOLD, if living or if dead all heirs at law, next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, leinors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest of the aforesaid classes of persons, if they or any of them be dead, some of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the Plaintiff and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained; the UNITED STATES TREASURY, NEW YORK STATE COMMISSIONER OF TAX & FINANCE, JANE DOE and JOHN DOE Defendants. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------To: STEPHEN F. YATES, MARGARET CLARK, MARIA MAXWELL, CHARLES BONESTEEL, and W. ARNOLD a/k/a WILLIAM ARNOLD, if living or if dead all heirs at law, next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, leinors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest of the aforesaid classes of persons, if they or any of them be dead, some of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the Plaintiff and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of Hon. Roger D. McDonough, a Justice of the Rensselaer County Supreme Court of the State of New York, dated the 25th day of January, 2011 and filed with the complaint and other papers in the office of the Clerk of the County of Rensselaer at Troy, New York. This is an action for quiet title, the relief sought is that the defendants and those claiming under them be barred from any and all claim to an estate or interest in the property located on New York State Route 40, Town of Schaghticoke, Rensselaer County, New York and identified as tax map no.: 31.-1-13 and it be adjudged and finally determined that the plaintiff is the lawful owner and is vested with an absolute title in fee simple to said property and that sole and complete possession of said property be awarded to plaintiff and that plaintiff remain in possession of the premises, and, in case of your failure to appear, judgment may be taken against you. Dated: January 31, 2011 s/ Christina W. Meier, Esq. Christina W. Meier, Esq., Attorney for Plaintiff, 157 Barrett Street, Schenectady, NY 12305, Tel: (518) 688-2846, Fax: (518) 688-2849
SUMMONS Index No.: 232384 HON. Roger D. McDonough STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT RENSSELAER COUNTY ----------------------------------------------------------------------------SIMONE S. MILLER, Plaintiff, -againstSTEPHEN YATES, MARGARET CLARK, MARIA MAXWELL, CHARLES BONESTEEL, and W. ARNOLD a/k/a WILLIAM ARNOLD, if living or if dead all heirs at law, next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, leinors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest of the aforesaid classes of persons, if they or any of them be dead, some of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the Plaintiff and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained; the UNITED STATES TREASURY, NEW YORK STATE COMMISSIONER OF TAX & FINANCE, JANE DOE and JOHN DOE Defendants. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to appear in the action by serving Plaintiff's Attorney with an Answer to the Verified Complaint in the action within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York, or within twenty (20) days after the date the signed acknowledgement of receipt is mailed or delivered to the Plaintiff. In case of your failure to answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Verified Complaint. Dated: Schenectady, New York January 31, 2011 s/Christina W. Meier Christina W. Meier, Esq. Toombs & Meier,PLLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 157 Barrett Street, Schenectady, New York 12305 (518) 688-2846 Trial is desired in the County of Rensselaer. The basis of the venue is that Rensselaer County is the residence of the Plaintiff and the County in which the real property that is the subject matter of this action affecting possession, use, or enjoyment of real property is situated. NOTICE Index No.: 232384 HON. Roger D. McDonough STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT RENSSELAER COUNTY ---------------------------------------------
SITUATIONS WANTED Elder care. Bedroom avail. in a private home setting.1/2 cost of nursing home.Compassionate 24 hr care. Exc. refs. Call 674-5369 home healthcare. Quality Companionship, light housekeeping, prepare meals. Compassionate, and reliable.. 712-5049
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HELP WANTED Booth rental for stylist. Great location for barber. Available March. 283-7750 or 225-7276. Executive Woods Childcare off Everett Rd . Albany. F/T & P/T assistant teachers. Between 7 and 6, Mon.-Fri. 459-7156 Sales People Must have good attitude.495-9129 or 322-2664º
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The AARP Taxaide Program will prepare Federal and NYS personal income tax returns for taxpayers with low to moderate income, with special attention to those 60 and older. The service is free and confidential and is provided by IRS certified volunteers. To make an appointment in the AARP Taxaide Program at Circles of Mercy (11 Washington Street, Rensselaer) please call 4620899. To make an appointment at the East Greenbush Community Library (10 Community Way, East Greenbush) or the North Greenbush Town Library (141 Main Avenue, Wynantskill) you must register in person. We regret that we cannot make appointments by phone at these sites.
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Marriage Encounter Weekend for couples who desire to put the spark and romance back into their marriage, improve their communication, revitalize their relationship and get away for a weekend. Held at a local motel. Next weekend is March 19-20. Reservations required. Call 279-3243 for information.
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Earn up to $1,300 per month. Be Your Own Boss! If you are a reliable adult with a good running auto and willing to work from 3-6 am you could make EXTRA CASH delivering the Times Union and other publications close to your neighborhood.
Log On to timesunion.com/carriers or call 454-5689
The Eddy Village Green is offering an exciting opportunity to work in a small, quiet homey Augustwith 3rd,just 9am to 11am andproviding 2pm to 4pm cottage twelve elders, high quality skilled care and meaningful activities. Full time, part time and perdiem hours available. Additional pay for evening, night and weekend shifts. Current NYS certification required. Come join us in an atmosphere which prides itself on service excellence.
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Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Co. (LLC) Valley DEW Products, LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/6/11. SSNY has been designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and forwarded to: c/o Valley DEW Products LLC, 232 Geary RD, Valley Falls, NY 12185. Dissolution: No specific date.
Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC): Name: Rejuvenation Massage, LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 01/05/2011. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY may mail me a copy of process to: Rejuvenation Massage LLC, 35 Hilda Court, Troy, NY 12180. Purpose: Any lawful Purpose. NOTICE OF FORMATION of Burdett Opticians, LLP Certificate of Registration filed with Secy. of State of N.Y. (SSNY) on 10/8/10. Certificate of Amendment filed with SSNY on 12/31/10. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Joshua Sabo, Esq., 287 N. Greenbush Rd., Troy, NY 12180, registered agent upon whom process may be served. Principal business location: 2200 Burdett Ave., Troy, NY 12180. Names and business or residence of each general partner is available from SSNY. Partnership is perpetual. Purpose: optometry and ophthalmic dispensing. NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: NORTHEAST CONSTRUCTION MONITORING SERVICES, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 01/13/11. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, c/o Charles Casale, 551 Main Street, Wynantskill, New York 12198. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: T&S Landscaping Services, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 05/05/09. Office location: Albany County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 1050 Western Road, Castleton, New York 12033. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.
SERVICES ADAMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LANDSCAPING Offering snowplowing & snow removal from home roofs. Roofs starting @ 150. 283-5753 APPLIANCE REPAIR Most brands incl. Sears. Prompt service. Mike Horowitz 477-8378 AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR MILLERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AUTOMOTIVE, Averill Park (518)674-5222 BANKRUPTCY Affordable rates. Chapter 7 & 13. Michael Scaptura Esq. 462-5965 BANKUPTCY Christian H. Dribusch 518-4361662 755 Columbia Tpke. E. Greenbush 12061 Free Consultations www.chdlaw.com We are a Debt Relief Agency which helps people file for bankruptcy under the Bankruptcy Code BLUE GOOSE CHIMNEY SWEEP Prevent chimney fires, sweeping, inspections, repairs, also dryer vent cleaning. 372-1664 or www.bluegoosecleaning.com BOOKKEEPING & PAYROLL Travel to your location, Siena Graduate, 20 yrs exp. 441-2210 BUILDING & REMODELING Add space, decks,basements, etc. All phases of construction, quality, guaranteed work, refs. 674-1969 CARPENTRY Kitchen & baths,ceramic/hw/ laminated flr, laser flr leveling, basement/attics, ins. & refs. 4240078 CHIMNEY CLEANING Chimney cleaning & repairs, wood stoves installed. Insured, experienced. Don Bradley 6742444 CLEAN-OUTS Specializing in residential and commercial clean-ups, attics, bsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;mts, garages, estates, insured. Simple Solutions - Mark 283-6527 CLEANING 20 yrs experience, Houses, business, new construction, move-inâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and outâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Reliable, dependable, insured. 785-5850 CONCRETE Sidewalks & driveways, chimney repairs, retaining walls, drainage systems & basement waterproofing, free ests., insured. Poestenkill Mountain Farms 6058392 DEBRIS REMOVAL Attics/ Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ment / Garage, Cons. cleanup. We take it all! 479-7243
DIVORCE Uncontested papers prepared $299(Incl. poor person app) Separation agreements avai. 2740380 DOG TRAINING In-Home. Day & evening appts. avail 7 days per week. 326-0553 DRAIN CLEANING Full service drain cleaning & repairs, incl. camera/video inspections. Emergency serv. 674-0908 DRYWALL All phases, hang, tape, prime, paint. Ins. Free est. 368-3716 ELECTRIC Installations & repairs. Quality work, reas. rates. Steve 364-7231 ELECTRICAL S & J Electric. Licensed and insured. Free estimates 376-0731 ELECTRICIAN Lammon Electric. Full lic. & ins. 25yrs exp., res./comm. 274-5100
FINISHED BASEMENTS Adirondack style rustic bars and family rooms. Additional living space. 605-8392 FIREWOOD Green $175, dry $225. Home 279-9259, cell 225-1569 FIREWOOD FULL CORD mixed hdwd, nicely dried,del. $250/cord. 488-1467 FIREWOOD Seasoned Firewood $225/cord Call 451-0531 FLOORS Floating, hardwood, tile, refinishing. Ins. Free est. 3683716 HANDY GUY Snow plowing, roof/repairs, home repairs, remodeling, will price match any competitor 858-2181 HANDYMAN , REMODELING and Carpentry services. Experienced. Careful attention to detail. Insured. Guaranteed int/ext. work. Call Ernie Mumford 669-4530 HANDYMAN All types of small construction. Interior & exterior painting. General home maintenance. Tree trimming 10% Senior Discount. 248-5478 HANDYMAN Carpentry, painting dry wall, odd jobs. Great rates Friendly reliable serv. Wayne 472-0994
HANDYMAN Economy friendly handyman. Honest, reliable. 30 yrs. exp. Painting, drywall, trim, remodeling. No job too small. Hourly and job rates. Dave 283-0487 HANDYMAN Painting, plumbing, electrical and more. (518) 674-2908, 229-6811 HANDYMAN Remodel,carpentry,masonry,deck s porches, int/ext. paint, fences, door/window, gutter, all repairs, free est. c 669-0814, 271-9161 Handyman/ REPAIR 20 years experience. Carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc. 766-9346 HOME IMPROVEMENT Bathrooms, kitchens, decks, etc. Fully insured. Call Mark 376-3307 HOUSE CLEANING Using Green cleaners. Call for price. Bonded. Jill 727-1342 HOUSE REPAIR & REMODEL Krause Contracting, insured, ref. & free estimate. 506-0858 HOUSECLEANING Extreme, reas. rates, 20+yrs exp. free est, references, 466-8373 HOUSECLEANING GLEAM TEAM. Res./Office. Over 34 yrs local exper. FULLYINSURED Gift certificates (518)477-7566 ICE REMOVAL Will remove ice from roofs. Trucks & heavy equip to meet your needs. 495-9129, 322-2664 JOEYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S JUNK REMOVAL Cleanouts, hauling, storm cleanup. We will remove anything. Get it done fast for less cash. 892-6354 JUNK CARS WANTED $100- $500 for cars, trucks. Cash. Free pick-up. 365-3368 JUNK CARS We pay top dollars for all junk cars, trucks, vans, etc. Call (518) 322-0654 JUNK CARS & METAL We beat anyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prices. Buying good cars too. Cash. Equipment & big trucks also. 495-9129, 3222664 KITCHENS Start to finish, one call does it all. Ins. Free est. 368-3716 PAINTER - PAPER HANGER 30 yrs exp. free est, fully ins. Economical prices Nancy 2484044
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SERVICES PAINTER Taping, prime, paint, wallpaper removed. Ins. Free est. 368-3716 PAINTING AA Season’s Best Painting Svc. 18yrs exp.Member of BBB. Insurance & refs. 424-0078 PAINTING Affordable, $75/rm. Winter deals. Exp. Fully ins. Free est. 892-8730 PAINTING Interior/Exterior, 20 years experience. Senior discounts. 237-0352 PERSONAL TRAINER Exc. rates/ results. Central loc. Private studio. Cert./ins. 496-2986 PET NANNY Professional petsitting. Your home or mine. Reasonable rates. Insured. 258-3294 PLUMBING & HEATING Repair, installs, service, licensed experienced, insured. Cert., 24 hr. service 518 283-2331
Reliable Heating & Cooling. Repair & replacement. Free est. Fully ins. Call C&M Mechanical 522-4686 email: CM.mechanical@yahoo.com ROOF RAKING Insured, free estimates. Kingsway Contracting. 674-0591 / 488-4294 ROOF RAKING Snow removal,de-icing. Save your roof today! 322-3296/ 766-4824 ROOF RAKING. Starting at $75. Free estimate. Contact me at 248-2974 ROOF REPAIR No job too small. Fully ins., free est. Holland Roofing 451-9325 ROOFING Specializing in architectural, 3 tab, metal, cedar shakes & repairs. Free estimate. Call 378-6298 ROOFING A&J Roofing, shingles, slate, rubber. Fully insured. Free est. (518)283-9094 SALTING AND SANDING Roof raking, snow removal. Reasonable rates. Call Dan 3650955
SEASONED FIREWOOD $249 full cord. Free del. honest, reliable.Chris 365-5969 /465-0437 SEPTIC CLEANING Sand Lake Septic. Tanks cleaned, repair, new installation 674-3000 SEPTIC SERVICE Tanks cleaned, group rates avail. Call a neighbor! Gene 674-5223
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Peek A Boo Daycare in the Averill Park/East Nassau area has openings for your child ages 6 wks thru 12 yrs. Fee includes meals, call 766-5907
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Pursuant to the Limited Liability Company Law of the State of New York, notice is hereby given that the limited liability company with the name “821-825 Ventures, LLC” has been formed. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSSNY) on December 23, 2010. The office of the LLC is to be located in Rensselaer County, New York. The SSSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address to which the SSSNY shall mail a copy of any process served is: 821-825 Ventures, LLC, 28 Goodman Avenue, Troy, New York 12180. The nature of the business of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the Limited Liability Company Law.
WANTED Wanted-diabetic testing strips. Any type. Will pay up to $25 per box. 423-0342º
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SNOW BLOWER REPAIR Prompt, reliable service, pickup & del. avail.Mike Horowitz 477-8378 Snow Removal Ice & snow build up is a roofs worst enemy, Tim (518) 423-6549 SNOWPLOWING & REMOVAL Residential /commercial. Insured. 283-2331 TELEVISION REPAIR Flat panel TV service. Exchange TV. 400 Columbia Tunrpike. 4821255 or 477-7123 TILE Kitchen, bath walls, floors or counters. Ins. Free est. 368-3716 TOPSOIL/DRIVEWAY STONE 4 yard loads, delivered. Poestenkill Mountain Farms 6058392 TREE SERVICE Brush, tree, shrub removal & trimming. Also small building demolition. Insured and experienced. Don Bradley Jr. (518) 674-2444 TREE SERVICE Stump Busters of Wynantskill. Tree & stump removal. 24 hour service. 286-1865 or 573-7464 WELL PUMP SERVICE Residential/commercial, service & repairs (518) 283-2331 WINDOW CLEANING Ken’s Window Cleaning. Fully insured, commercial/ residential 40 year family exp. 766-4975
NOVENA THANKSGIVING NOVENA TO ST. JUDE May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude helper of the hopeless, pray for us.Say this prayer 9 times a day. By the 9th day your prayer will be answered. (It has never been known to fail) Publication must be promised. Thank you St. Jude. M.K.
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CASTLETON LIBRARY BOOK DISCUSSION
A short book discussion on “A Tale of Two Cities” and a general interest meeting to discuss future book club meetings at the Castleton Public Library will be held on Thursday, February 17th, at 6:30 p.m. in the upstairs program room. Teen Day at the Castleton Public Library! Not sure what to do during winter break? Come to the library! Play Wii, watch a movie, play games and enjoy some snacks! February 22nd, from 11AM4PM.
MAVENS OF MAYHEM MEETING
The Mavens of Mayhem, the local chapter of the Sisters in Crime, will meet at 12:30 on February 19th, at the Orchard Tavern in Albany. Michele Slung, mystery anthologist will be the speaker. Mystery writers and readers are welcome to join us. Lunch may be ordered. For more information go to http:// mavensofmayhem-sinc.org/ or call 475-9983.
Notice of Formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: Ultimate Fashion Studio, L.L.C. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 12/16/10. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 618 2nd Ave., Floor 1, Troy, New York. Purpose: any lawful purpose. Notice of formation of LLC Designer Dog Parks LLC;Filed with:SSNY on 10/27/2010,with an existence date of 11/01/2010.Office location:Albany County, NY on day of filing and currently located in Rensselaer County, NY. The Secretary of the State of NY is designated agent for service of process. Copies of any processes against mentioned LLC can be mailed to 1220 5th ave. Floor 2,Troy, NY 12180.The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful activity to which a LLC may be organized under the LLCL of New York State Notice of Formation of Mechanicville Fitness Center, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/1/11. Office location: Rensselaer Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o Mark Riel, 34 Muriel Lane, Schaghticoke, NY 12154. Purpose: any lawful activities. Notice of Formation of Paul Fitzsimmons LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Department of State of New York on 2/7/11. Office location, Rensselaer County. Secretary of State of New York State is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State may
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LEE'S CONTRACTING AND HOME IMPROVEMENT, LLC Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization filed with the Department of State of New York on 4/24/09. Office location, Rensselaer County. Secretary of State of New York State is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at P.O. Box 901, Troy, New York 12181. No reported agent. Latest date of dissolution of LLC: None. Purpose: All legal purposes.
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LLC Articles of Organization for AMS ENTERPRISES, LLC were filed with the Secretary of State of New York on January 25, 2011. The office of the company is located in Rensselaer County. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent upon which process may be served and a copy of process shall be mailed by the Secretary of State to the LLC at Lombardi, Walsh, Wakeman, Harrison, Amodeo & Davenport, P.C., III Winners Circle, Albany, New York 12205. Purpose: for any lawful activity for which limited liability companies may be formed under the law. RICK'S MOTOR SPORTS, LLC Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization filed with the Department of State of New York on 11/9/10. Office location, Rensselaer County. Secretary of State of New York State is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at 5029 State Route 67, Hoosick Falls, New York 12090. No reported agent. Latest date of dissolution of LLC: None. Purpose: All legal purposes.
MORSE HEATING & COOLING, LLC NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LLC. Morse Heating & Cooling, LLC Art. of Org. Filed with NYS Dept. of State 1/10/11. Office Location: Rensselaer Co. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: The LLC, 2673 Plank Road, Petersburgh, NY 12138. Any lawful purpose.
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FISHER ON SAGE COLL. OF ALBANY DEAN’S LIST
Courtney Fisher from West Sand Lake, has been placed on the Dean’s High Honor List for the Fall 2010 Semester at Sage College of Albany. Dean’s Honor List students obtain a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.70 after completing a course load of 12 credit hours or more, and receiving no letter grade below a B.
EG CEMETERY ASSN. ANNUAL MEETING
The East Greenbush Cemetery Association will hold its Annual Meeting for Elections of Trustees at 1:30PM on Monday, March 7th, in the lounge of the Greenbush Reformed Church. The present trustees serving a three year term which is about to expire are Richard Haswell, Robert Raunick, Lillian Cody and Russell Edberg.
LEGAL NOTICE Brunswick Mills LLC. Notice of formation of LLC. Brunswick Mills LLC Articles of Org. filed with NYS Dept of State 11/08/10. Office location: Rensselaer Co. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against LLC may be
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1503 15th Street, LLC NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Pursuant to the Limited Liability Company Law of the State of New York, notice is hereby given that the limited liability company with the name “1503 15th Street, LLC” has been formed. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSSNY) on January 6, 2011. The office of the LLC is to be located in Rensselaer County, New York. The SSSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address to which the SSSNY shall mail a copy of any process served is: 1503 15th Street, LLC, 21 Bolivar Avenue, Troy, New York 12180. The nature of the business of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the Limited Liability Company Law.
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION OF SCHODACK PROPERTIES, LLC Under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law FIRST: The name of the limited liability company is Schodack Properties, LLC. SECOND: The county within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is to be located is: Rensselaer County. THIRD: The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: c/o Climate Engineering Truck & Trailer Refrigeration, Inc. 1601 Page Boulevard, Springfield, MA 01104 Caroline E. Nicolai, Esquire NICOLAI LAW GROUP, P.C. 146 Chestnut Street - Fifth Floor Springfield, MA 01103-1539
22 Detroit Avenue NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Pursuant to the Limited Liability Company Law of the State of New York, notice is hereby given that the limited liability company with the name “22 Detroit Avenue, LLC” has been formed. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSSNY) on January 6, 2011. The office of the LLC is to be located in Rensselaer County, New York. The SSSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address to which the SSSNY shall mail a copy of any process served is: 22 Detroit Avenue, LLC, 21 Bolivar Avenue, Troy, New York 12180. The nature of the business of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the Limited Liability Company Law.
Articles of Organization of Tim Mullins Contracting LLC Under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law. First: The name of the limited liability company is: Tim Mullins Contracting LLC. Second: The county within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is to be located is: Rensselaer. Third: The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: Tim Mullins, 99 McGill Road, East Nassau, NY 12062.
2209 15th Street, LLC NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Pursuant to the Limited Liability Company Law of the State of New York, notice is hereby given that the limited liability company with the name “2209 15th Street, LLC” has been formed. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSSNY) on January 6, 2011. The office of the LLC is to be located in Rensselaer County, New York. The SSSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address to which the SSSNY shall mail a copy of any process served is: 2209 15th Street, LLC, 21 Bolivar Avenue, Troy, New York 12180. The nature of the business of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the Limited Liability Company Law.
911 Jacob Street, LLC NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Pursuant to the Limited Liability Company Law of the State of New York, notice is hereby given that the limited liability company with the name “911 Jacob Street, LLC” has been formed. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSSNY) on January 6, 2011. The office of the LLC is to be located in Rensselaer County, New York. The SSSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address to which the SSSNY shall mail a copy of any process served is: 911 Jacob Street, LLC, 21 Bolivar Avenue, Troy, New York 12180. The nature of the business of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the Limited Liability Company Law.
BRUNSWICK MEADOWS, LLC Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization filed with the Department of State of New York on 10/18/10. Office location, Rensselaer County. Secretary of State of New York State is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at 4 Joseph Street, Troy, New York 12180. No reported agent. Latest date of dissolution of LLC: None. Purpose: All legal purposes. CD PERRY, LLC Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization filed with the Department of State of New York on 10/7/10. Office location, Rensselaer County. Secretary of State of New York State is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at P.O. Box 866, Troy, New York 12181. No reported agent. Latest date of dissolution of LLC: None. Purpose: All legal purposes.
B-1 TRUCK REPAIR, LLC Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization filed with the Department of State of New York on 11/04/10. Office location, Rensselaer County. Secretary of State of New York State is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State may mail a copy of any process to the
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NASSAU LAKE PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSN. MEETING
The Nassau Lake Park Improvement Association will be holding its Winter meeting for the General membership on Wednesday, March 2nd, at 7:30pm at the Nassau VFW located off Lyons Lake Road in Nassau. (This meeting was originally scheduled for February 2nd but cancelled due to the weather). There will be a Board of Directors meeting at 7pm prior to the General membership meeting. All members are encouraged to attend. We hope to see you there.
SL UNION CEMETERY MEETING OF LOT OWNERS
The Annual Meeting of the Lot Owners of the Sand Lake Union Cemetery will be held in the Lounge of the Church of the Covenant, on Thursday, March 10th, beginning at 7PM. Trustees will be elected as needed. Any concerns of Lot Owners will be addressed and other business conducted as necessary. Lot owners are advised that spring clean-up will begin in March as weather permits.
BOOK BINGO AT THE POEST. LIBRARY
The Poestenkill Library will be holding a Book Bingo game that runs from February 1st to April 29th for grades 3-12. Stop by the library desk to pick up your bingo card. Game rules, a printable card, and more details can be found on our website: www.poestenkilllibrary.org. Drawings for prizes will be held April 30th at the Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Market Day!
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Cynthia Brown, vice president for academic affairs at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA), has announced that Shelby Ferriere of Nassau, was placed on the dean’s list for the fall 2010 semester. To be eligible for the dean’s honor list, matriculated students must be enrolled in six or more credit courses, attain a grade point average of 3.25 or better and have no incomplete grades. A total of 643 MCLA students were named to the dean’s list his past fall.
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Nancy Metter of Schodack is honored to announce the engagement of her daughter, Tonya Scott to Andrew Stuto, both of Nassau. Tonya is also the daughter of Charles Scott of East Greenbush and Andrew is the son of Darlene Stuto of Nassau and Bruce Stuto of Selkirk. Tonya is employed as manager of Subway in West Sand Lake and Andrew is employed by Long Energy of Albany. A June 16, 2012 wedding celebration with family and friends is being planned.
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The Averill Park High School Physical Education Department will sponsor a Career Fair on March 9th & 10th, 2011 in the school Gymnasium. We are inviting all interested in sharing career experiences and opportunities with our students in grades 912. We have a flexible schedule and appreciate all the support our community has given us in the past! All are welcome. Please contact Rit Aldi at aldir@averillpark.k12.ny.us
CHILDREN’S FOOD PROGRAM at the RENSS. LIBRARY
Come to the Rensselaer Public Library on Saturday, February 19th, at 1PM for a Snack Attack! The Honest Weight Food Co-op will show kids ages 8-12 how to make delicious and nutritious snacks. Please call to sign up. The Rensselaer Public Library is located across from the Amtrak parking lot in Rensselaer. For more information, or to sign up for a program, call 462-1193 or log on to Rensselaerlibrary. org.
Sheriff Jack Mahar & Rensselaer County Sheriff’s Office to Hold Fundraiser for Correctional Officer Ron Jacques & Family Two weeks ago, Correctional Officer, Ron Jacques and his family suffered a devastating fire at their home in Hoosick Falls. They lost their home and nearly all of their possessions including several beloved family pets. Sheriff Mahar, his deputies, staff and Ron’s fellow correctional officers will be holding a fundraiser to assist Ron and his family during this very difficult time. DATE: Sunday, February 20, 2011 TIME: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM PLACE: Italian Community Center — 1450 5th Ave., Troy DONATION REQUEST: $25 per individual / $40 per couple Food and beverages courtesy of: SEARCO - PBA, Red Front Restaurant. Prizes will be available through a silent auction, and a 50/50 Raffle will also be held. For those who cannot attend the event on 2/20/11, but wish to make a donation, checks can be made out to Ronald Jacques and dropped off or sent to the Rensselaer County Sheriff’s Office. **Anyone with questions can call: Marcelle Swanberry at 2661904 or Jackie Fiore at 266-1907.
WOODSIDE CEMETERY ASSN. MEETING
Woodside Cemetery Assn., 56 Road, East Poestenkill will hold their Annual Lot Owners and Families Business Meeting on March 1st, at 7PM at the Union Gospel Church Hall on Plank Road, RT 40 in East Poestenkill. All interested are welcome to come. We will discuss general business, plans for spring projects and elections of officers will be held. The floor will open to anyone who would like to comment. Questions may be made by phoning 518-283-1257. Contributions or comments may be mailed to Woodside Cemetery Association at 56 Road, PO Box 76, Poestenkill, NY 12140. “Your Hometown Garden Center”
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