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Outreach van helps meet needs of city's unsheltered residents Nonprofit workers bring hot meals, clothing and provide a connection to services ByLINE: SHANIECE HOLMES BROWN
ALBANY - On a recent afternoon, Tiana Minervini and Shelley Rettinger, from the Troy-based Joseph's House & Shelter, prepared for another shift of bringing food and supplies to people without homes in Albany. In late October, I joined them for their street outreach aboard a brand new van during the afternoon shift to observe the work they do. The mission of the shelter was evident as I glanced around. There were shelves with bins full of assorted gloves, hats, scarves, jackets, shoes and even ready-to-eat meals. At the first stop, an unsheltered veteran talked about how tired he was of living without a home. He described how cold it gets at night sleeping on the streets in downtown Albany. He explained how bad it made him feel after not being able to take a shower in over a month. He asked for a new blanket from the van to replace his old one that had become tattered from him sleeping on concrete every night. His experience has pushed him to try to get help and find a way to change his life. "I need everything. I need a new life. A redo, restart, or something," he said to the van staff. He expressed that although he hates the condition he lives in, he is not quite ready to take that leap to make a change. But that did not mean that he didn't want to. Acknowledging that, a staffer responded assuredly, "Maybe we can try again tomorrow." Founded in 1983, Joseph's House & Shelter, Inc. is based in Troy and has spent almost 40 years providing support services to residents in the Capital Region. Its mission is to provide nonjudgmental services to end homelessness. The nonprofit's new outreach van was recently purchased with an Emergency Solutions COVID grant in October provided by the city of Albany. In street outreach, clothing and food are distributed, and the staff offer referrals and applications for housing
placement and medical care. In addition to the outreach van, Joseph's House also offers emergency shelter and support services for youth, families, and individuals who are homeless. Minervini, associate director for the outreach, and Rettinger, director of homeless services, explained that they had regular clients with whom they speak and have built relationships over the 12 years they have worked in street outreach. Some they have known for months, others for many years. Regardless of how long or where someone has been living, they are treated with the same humility and kindness. "We are really a constant in their lives," Rettinger said. "We sit and talk to them," said Minervini. "We like to hear their stories. Sometimes, we're really their only sober and consistent support. They love us, most of them." The day I was on the van, every person receiving services had a different background, but they each shared an overwhelming desire to have a better life. As they talked with each client, the van staff listened closely and gave their undivided attention to each individual's needs with locked eye contact. "We are the link to other services and a lot of times we are the ones going out in the community to either help make that phone call, make the appointment, or set up a cab so they can make it to the appointment," Minervini said. Minervini explained the importance of consistency in their work. "We try to see them every day. Our main focus is to work with people that aren't sheltered because they are not getting their services from everyone else," she said. In some areas of the city, there is high demand for the van's services. To keep from being overwhelmed, another outreach van covers areas outside the city of Albany, including Colonie, Menands and Bethlehem. To meet current needs, the outreach van's hours were extended from eight hours to 10 hours daily. In 2020, street outreach services were provided to more than 1,000 unsheltered people in Albany and Rensselaer counties. Clients were approximately 73 percent
male and 25 percent female, with ages ranging from 18 to 72. Over half were Caucasian, 40 percent African American, 8 percent Hispanic or Latino, and 1 percent American Indian or Alaskan Native.
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Tiana Minervini, associate director of outreach, hands out food and supplies to a person in Albany from the new Joseph’s House outreach van one chilly Wednesday in October. Shelley Rettinger, director of homeless services, is seen in the driver’s seat.
Tiana Minervini, associate director of outreach, pours some hot water for hot chocolate.
Pine Bush Perspectives Photo Exhibit Opening ALBANY - Friday, December 3, 2021, 5:30, 6:30 & 7:30pm. Please join us for the unveiling of our annual juried photo exhibit, celebrating the uniqueness and diversity of the Albany Pine Bush Preserve. Reservations for a viewing time are required for this event, due to Covid-19 spacing considerations, so please sign up. Call 518-456-0655 or visit www.AlbanyPineBush.org/events Fee: Free
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BETHLEHEM - Walk into O’Slattery’s, and you may as well have been transported 3,000 miles to a pub in Kilkenny, Ireland. The music, the decor, even the smell are all reminiscent of a cozy pub in the small town about 80 miles southwest of Dublin. And that’s what owners Liam and Jackie Slattery intended when they first opened the restaurant and pub in Delmar six years ago -- recreate an authentic home away from Liam’s home of Kilkenny, and to be a hub of community and kinship. “We always said after we started dating that someday we’re going to open a restaurant, and we’re going to run it in a super-loving manner,” Jackie said. please go to www.snchga. org and read about our organization. If you feel the Honor Guard may be a good fit for you, complete an application and mail the required forms to the address on the application. If you would like to talk to someone before applying for membership, please email mjoly@nycap.rr.com with your information so you may be contacted or call 518-383-3214 (Mark Joly) or 518-253-3202 (Art Dutcher) to discuss your questions with an Honor Guard member.
Holiday Craft and Vendor Fair SARATOGA/WILTON The Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge will host a Holiday Craft and Vendor Fair on Saturday, December 4th from 10 am to 3 pm at the lodge. Admission is free
Today, the restaurateur couple owns two prominent food joints in the community: O’Slattery’s Irish Restaurant and Pub, which serves up beers, cocktails and numerous comfort Irish dishes, and Bliss, a healthy restaurant of smoothies, toasts and more. The joke, the couple say, is that Liam gives customers hangovers, and Jackie delivers the cure the next day. When the pair first met working at a New York City restaurant -- Liam was a bartender, Jackie was a hostess -- it quickly became clear to Jackie that Liam’s career would be in the restaurant business. To this day, she said, there’s never a day where he’s complained about work, or didn’t want to work. “I always liked the hustle and the bustle, and meeting people. I just always liked that feeling of talking to people. I’d never be able to survive working in a factory,” Liam said. “Both of us worked together in a restaurant, and we really, really liked it.
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To Love A Child Announces Annual December Angel Match $10,000 Challenge CAPITAL DISTRICT - To Love A Child, Inc., a local 501(c)3 nonprofit organization announces its Annual Angel Match $10,000 Challenge. This event runs thru December 31st.
An anonymous “angel” has pledged to match every donation during the month of December up to a $10,000 total. Donations assist people suffering from abject poverty—those deprived of basic human needs; including food, safe drinking water, sanitation facilities, health care, shelter, and education. Donations will be used to support local families in our community as well as programs and projects in Haiti and Zimbabwe. To Love A Child invites you to make a difference in a child’s life. Your help and generosity are greatly needed this year to support our vision and mission in helping impoverished children. Over the past 12 years we continue to change lives through our journeys and your support.
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Liam Slattery pours a pint of Guinness at O’Slattery’s on Wednesday in Delmar. Slattery and his wife Jackie own and operate O’Slattery’s and Bliss Delmar.
It was a no-brainer.” But multiple restaurant-opening obstacles and two kids later, the couple decided it might be a better idea to move to Jackie’s hometown of Delmar to be near family. All the pieces fell together, and their dream materialized. The couple put together O’Slattery’s with the intention of keeping the spirit and style of Irish pubs. The restaurant is cozy with wood, library walls and beams they got from a Pennsylvania barn that was built in 1806. It serves up Guinness beef stew, bangers and mash, and Liam’s personal favorite, the Kilkenny Bookmaker -- a Please see O’SLATTERY’S 9
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Capital Region Social Happenings December Event and Concert Series CAPITAL DISTRICT - https://www.facebook. com/CapitalRegionSocial - CapRegSocialHappenings@gmail.com. Friday Night Events at 7 pm – Picnic at noon at 435 New Karner Road (Hanover Square Building) at “Hill” door entrance. Open to the public. Inside seating is limited. $12 pp and that
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rolling with the punches, pivoting and adapting when needed, and having faith in God’s plan. And with twice as many kids as when they first moved back upstate, they need that mindset that much more. Liam points to Jackie when asked how the family manages two restaurants, four kids ranging in age from 4 to 9, one puppy and a second one on the way. “Jackie does run our family,” he said. “I always joke that Jackie is Monica from
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ciabatta sandwich of sautéed mushrooms, sirloin and cheddar. Of course, it wouldn’t be an Irish pub without Guinness, which Liam is proud to serve -- but he also loves exploring the wide variety of craft beers being produced in New York, plus cocktails like a smoked Manhattan. Preserving the culture and heritage extends outside the restaurant’s walls, too: O’Slattery’s is currently helping to raise funds for the Albany Rebels, a men’s Gaelic football and hurling club. “It’s not just beer and shots, we’re not about that at all,” said Liam. “We’re more like a family. Most of our staff have been there since day one. We treat them all like family.” Then came Bliss, an idea Jackie thought of in 2017 to fill a need she saw in a town that largely has a healthy lifestyle. Their doors opened in summer of 2019, just months before COVID-19 hit -- but the couple says business continued fine, and perhaps better than it would have other-
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Jackie Slattery makes a smoothie at Bliss Delmar on Wednesday, in Delmar. Slattery and her husband Liam own and operate Bliss Delmar and O’Slattery
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Week Of December 5, 2021 ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Dig deep into matters of the heart this week, Aries. Explore ways to nurture a relationship or push it to the next level. Don’t hold back on love. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 You may rediscover your love for a good book this week, Taurus. Ask others what they’re into and peruse the best-sellers lists for even more inspiration. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you often trust your instincts regarding money, but this week you’ll be even more in tune with your finances. Your income could increase soon. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, some shake-ups at work could be on the horizon. Right now there’s no telling what will happen, but preparation can ensure you’re ready for whatever comes your way. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, if you have been thinking about changing jobs or taking up a new profession, now is the time to lay that groundwork. A new
string section on Monday, December 6, 2021 at 7:30 pm at the Delmar Reformed Church (386 Delaware Ave., Delmar). The program will feature both classical selections and holiday favorites, and is free and open to the public. Masks will be required for all attendees. For more information, please contact DCO President Janet Behning at delmarcommunityorchestra@gmail.com, or visit the DCO website at www.delmarcommunityorchestra.org.
Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus Red Cross Blood Drive LATHAM - The Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus #3394, will host a Red Cross Blood Drive on Saturday, December 11th 2021 from 8 am to 12:30 pm at the Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus Council 328 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham. To schedule your appointment visit www. opportunity could surprise you. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, radical changes to your life are just around the corner. A big move or career change will shake things up for you and anyone in your household. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Someone connected to your job may be doing things you don’t agree with, Libra. It’s a sticky situation that requires patience, finesse and caution. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, channel much of your energy this into making solid partnerships this week. This way you can call on your network whenever you need advice or a helping hand. SAGITTARIUS Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, research opportunities for a new business opportunity or promotion at your current place of employment. Now is a great time to take the next step in your career. CAPRICORN Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, a midweek burst of energy makes a project you have been working on suddenly seem like a piece
RedCrossBlood.org or call 1 800 RED CROSS. For further information visit www.lathamcoloniekofc. com/dinners&events
Tax Town Hall Will Answer Questions About Income Tax Issues and Free Tax Services CAPITAL DISTRICT The Low Income Taxpayer Clinic at the Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York is holding a virtual Town Hall on December 9, 2021 from 2 - 3pm. Members of the public can call in to listen to the Town Hall by phone or attend via the LASNNY Facebook page or Zoom. There is no cost to attend and pre-registration is not required. Staff attorneys from the Clinic will answer questions about income tax issues such as stimulus payments, the new Child Tax Credit, notices from the IRS, and what you can do if you have a tax bill you cannot afford to pay. of cake. Enjoy the fruits your labors. AQUARIUS Jan 21/Feb 18 Repairs around the house may be on your mind, Aquarius. Once you tackle these issues, you can focus on more recreational tasks. Enjoy the well-deserved R&R. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, creative project could take up much of your time this week. You’ll be so caught up that the real world may pass you by for a bit. FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS DECEMBER 5 Paula Patton, Actress (46) DECEMBER 6 Stormi Henley, Model (31) DECEMBER 7 Larry Bird, Athlete (65) DECEMBER 8 Nicki Minaj, Rapper (39) DECEMBER 9 Donny Osmond, Actor (64) DECEMBER 10 Melissa Roxburgh, Actress (29) DECEMBER 11 Hailee Steinfeld, Actress (25)
Representatives from the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) and the Taxpayer Advocate Service will also join the Town Hall. Speakers will discuss how taxpayers can get free assistance with income tax issues including free tax preparation and e-filing services. Attendees are invited to submit their questions about income tax issues. Questions can be left in a message at 518-4626765 ext. 416 or emailed to townhall@lasnny.org before the Town Hall. The call-in number for the Income Tax Town Hall is (646) 876-9923 then enter Webinar ID: 865 7405 6065 to join by phone. To attend by Zoom, go to www.bit.ly/LASNNYtax-dec2021. To attend by Facebook Live, go to www. facebook.com/LASNNY. If you have questions about this or other income tax issues, the Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York’s Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) may be able to help. The Clinic’s services are free of charge. You can call the LASNNY Legal Line at (833) 628-0087 and ask for our LITC. The Clinic does not generally provide tax preparation services.
Pine Bush Pups Walk: Sleeping, Sleeping All Winter Long ALBANY - Wednesday, December 8, 2021, 10:00 am. Winter is coming! Sleeping all season long may sound like an easy way to deal with winter, but hibernation comes with its own challenges and risks. We will explore hibernation on a short hike and learn what hibernation means and which animals of the Pine Bush hibernate. Suitable for ages under 6 with caregivers. Reservation required. Call 518-456-0655 or visit www.AlbanyPineBush. org/events Fee: Free
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HOUSE OF THE WEEK
7993 Wileytown Road, Providence
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The home at 7993 Wileytown Road, Providence, is on an 18-acre lot.
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his week’s house is on an 18-acre lot at the end of a cul-de-sac. Physically located in Providence, it has a Middle Grove mailing address. The 2,080-square-foot Colonial was built in 2000. It has five bedrooms, including one on the first floor, and two and a half bathrooms. The floorplan is traditional and comfortable, and the house has a full-length porch. The exterior is reminiscent of the Walton’s farmhouse (’night, John Boy!). Highlights include radiant heat, low taxes, and a separate, large, meticulously clean workshop. Galway schools. Taxes: $6,294. LEIGH List price: $549,900. HORNBECK Contact listing agent HOUSE OF Frances Callahan of THE WEEK Berkshire Hathaway Blake at 518-265-9295. n If
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Clockwise from top: the front entryway; the dining room; one of five bedrooms; the kitchen; the living room; and the workshop
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WANTED TO BUY Antiques, vinyl records, comic books, old signs, instruments, toys, coins, pocket watches, fish lures & more 518-801-4673
GENERAL NOTICES NOVENA PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail) Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine splendor of Heaven. Blessed Mother of the Son of God. Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help me and show me, herein you are my mother. Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth! I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to answer me in this necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, show me herein you are my mother. Oh, Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3x). Holy Mother, I place this cause in your hands (3x). Sweet Mother, I place this cause in your hands (3x). Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal, you who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances in my life you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. The person must say this prayer 3 consecutive days, after 3 days the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favor is granted. R.M.R.
Yuletide Carols ALBANY - Yuletide Carols being sung by Festival Celebration CHOIR. Sunday, December 12, 2021 3:00pm
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ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL Siena Grad. 25+ yrs. exp. No job too small. (518) 475-8782. www.accountingdave.com APPLIANCE REPAIR Washers, dryers, fridge, ranges, etc. Prompt, guaranteed repairs. Mike Horowitz (518) 477-8378 $$CA$H$$ FOR JUNK CARS $100-$1000. FREE PICKUP (518) 914-8633 CASH FOR METAL/CARS We buy farm equip., metal, cars. We have the equip. to take care of big jobs. Highest prices paid. Demolition. Towing & transport avail. Part of the proceeds go to the veterans. (518) 339-3369 CHEAPER THAN DUMPSTERS Old appliances and furniture REMOVED FROM YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS. Small or Large jobs. CLEANOUTS. Call Bill the Junkman at (518) 256-6124. Credit cards accepted. C.L. HOME IMPROVEMENTS Taking care of all your window and remodeling needs. Neat & dependable. Fully ins. Free est. Rich (518) 528-7173
at First Lutheran Church, 181 Western Avenue, Albany NY.Admission FREE. Donations VERY welcome.
Giant Model Train Show ALBANY - December 5th: “Great Train Extravaganza™.” The original and largest model train event in the Capital Region. Empire State Convention Center. 10AM - 4PM. $7 adults, children under 12 free. Operating layouts most scales. 300+ tables: model trains, parts, train sets, buildings, craftsman kits, accessories, electronics, scenery, books, DVDs,
DIVORCE $389.00 - Uncontested Make Divorce Easy – only 1 Signature, Inc. poor person app. Info: (518) 274-0380 DUMPSTER RENTALS 12yd. & 14yd. available. Call Ray at N & R Tree and Property Services (518) 573-1133 EXCAVATION, TRUCKING, STONE & TOPSOIL Water diversion, driveways, brush hog, land clearing, oil tank removals, septics, grading, digging, lawns, pool fillins, site prep. Part of the proceeds go to the veterans. (518) 339-3369 FALL CLEANUP Low cost. High quality. Raking, mowing, trimming. Call Jesse (518) 506-5479 or jessesample08@yahoo.com F.E. PALMA CONSTRUCTION Building, Remodeling, Renovations. Since 1985. Free est. Ins. o518-627-4344 c518-257-2880 FRIDHOLM PAINTING Interior painting - 1 or multi-room projects. Popcorn & Cathedral ceilings. 2-story foyers & wallpaper removal. Make your appt. for your free est. for your 2021 ext. projects. Call us @ (518) 330-9507 or visit us at www.FridholmPainting.com. We Love What We Do!
prints, railroad memorabilia. Educational and NMRA displays. Switching puzzle. Roaming Railroad and giant Legos layout for the kids and grandkids. Door prizes. www.gtealbany.com, (518) 727-2009, trains@gtealbany.com.
The Latham-Colonie Columbiette Buffet Breakfast LATHAM - Sunday, December 12th, 2021, from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, at the Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus Council, 328 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham,
GLASS/SCREEN REPAIR Broken glass, torn screens repaired. Home repairs. Makes house calls. (518) 203-8595 JUNK REMOVAL & DEMO Oil tanks, hot tubs, pools, sheds, barns, houses, fence & retaining wall removal, yard cleanup. Res./comm. clean out & organize. Fully equipped to handle any job. (518) 339-3369. Part of the proceeds go to the veterans.
VACATION RENTALS OLD FORGE RENTAL COTTAGE – South side of Third Lake – Ride right from your door - All amenities. Winter rental December 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022 - $6,500 plus utilities. See website: www. pinewoodcottageoldforge.com 315-822-6890 or 315-725-0876.
PAINTER, VACCINATED 32yrs exp. Custom colors. Small jobs or new drywall. Free est. 518-203-7166 or 618-8051 PAINTING SOLUTIONS Interior painting & staining. Wallpaper removal, wall repairs, taping. Res./Comm. Free est, fully ins. 518-986-1154 PJ’S CONSTRUCTION Windows, doors, remodeling, roof repair, small jobs. Quality work for quality price. Ins. (518) 527-3067 P.W. PAINTING All phases of painting & staining. Your int/ext painting residential specialist. Excellent workmanship. Great prices & reas. rates. Free est., fully ins., ref’s. (518) 396-0898 TREE & STUMP REMOVAL Brush hogging available. Free Estimates. Fully insured. Call Ray at N & R Tree and Property Services (518) 573-1133
N.Y. 12110. Menu includes; Scrambled Eggs, Omelet Station, Home Fries, Corned Beef Hash, Bacon and Sausage, Pancakes and French Toast served w/ Warm syrup, A Variety of Cereals and Juices, Bananas and Hot Tea, Coffee or Hot Chocolate. $10 Adults, $5 Children (5-10) and under 5 Free!
Albany Polish Community Center Christmas Lunch with Santa ALBANY - We would like to invite your family and friends to come to the
Polish Community Center of Albany NY and celebrate Christmas Lunch with Santa! Saturday, December 12, 2021 from 12-1PM to 4PM. Santa arrives at 2:30 PM with gifts for children. Ticket Prices: 25 per person for non PCC members. $20 per person for PCC members. $10 for children over 12. Children 12 and under are free! For reservations call PCC at 518-456-3995. Tickets Must be Purchased by Thursday December 9th, 2021. 225 Washington Ave. Ext., Albany, NY 12205. albanypcc.com