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Bethlehem Grange 137 is Having

2 Weekends of Mid Winter Rummage Sales Plus So Much More

BETHLEHEM - Bethlehem Grange 137 will host the Mid Winter Rummage Sales. Donations of New or Gently used items are now being accepted, Call Jackie Schrom 518-8106031 OR Charles Ryan 518-227-8954 to arrange your delivery of the items.

We accept housewares, kitchen items, linens, toys, puzzles, small kitchen appliances, small wooden furniture, records, men’s, ladies & children’s clothing & shoes, jewelry, decorative items, holiday items, dishes, glassware, pictures, mirrors, outdoor furniture, hand tools, garden tools, power tools, books, collectibles, craft items, yarn, fabric, antiques, pet items, and so much more. You name it, you’ll most likely find it here!! If you don’t see it, please ask us!! It’s probably here!! Please, No Tires, TV’s, or Computers

Accepted! New Items will be added daily!! There will be lots of indoor tables of items. 2 Handicap Accessible Ramps & Handicap Accessible Bathrooms. Cash or Checks only accepted for payment. No Credit or Debit Cards accepted!!

We’re also looking for donations of plant cuttings for our May plant sale. Please do not leave any plants outside, especially with this cold weather. We’d really appreciate the plants soon, as we need time to root them and get them planted. Plant cuttings can be dropped off, by calling Jackie at 518-810-6031 or calling Charles at 518-227-8954.

If you’re in Albany, plants can be dropped off by coordinating with Carol at

Please see GRANGE 4

Fight fires, get a tax break

State initiative intended to motivate residents to join firefighter, EMS ranks

By WENDY LIBERATORE

ROUND LAKE — Calling emergency responders the glue that holds the community together, the village board of trustees voted to give its firefighters and ambulance workers a 10 percent break on their village tax bill.

Mayor Gary Putnam said the board unanimously voted to pass the measure on Wednesday night after no one at a public hearing objected to the tax break. He also said he believes Round Lake is the first municipality in Saratoga County to offer the tax exemption for firefighters and EMS workers, a move inspired by a new state law signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul last December.

“A couple weeks ago … there was a fire in the village,” Putnam recalled. “Temperature was around zero, and the firefighters were busy putting out the fire and protecting the neighboring houses, which were mere feet away from the burning house. In addition, they

least we can do for these dedicated folks.”

The tax exemption for firefighters and EMS workers follows a state initiative that gives municipalities, school districts, fire districts and counties a way to motivate residents to join the dwindling ranks of the fire and EMS departments. Greene and Rensselaer counties have already passed the exemptions for emergency responders. So too has the Bethlehem Central School District, which in a statement from Board of Education President Holly Dellenbaugh, noted “our volunteer first responders are terrific role models for our students. This is an opportunity to support our neighborhood volunteers and to encourage younger generations to join their ranks.”

Schenectady and Albany counties are also considering passing the tax exemption into law; the Schenectady County Legislature is holding a public hearing on the new law on March 6.

Saratoga County held a public hearing last Wednesday. In 2006, it passed a law to provide a tax exemption that must be annually approved. The new law, as specified by the state, will give lifetime exemption to anyone with at least 20 years of service in a fire or EMS department. Clifton Park is also considering the measure.

Fred Sievers, a former chief and longtime member of the Round Lake Fire Department, says the exemption is “a very, very positive thing.”

thing, he said the population has grown and he said many buildings have alarms. And if they malfunction, which sometimes happens, they are responding to false alarms, which he said have also increased.

While he is grateful for the exemption, about $100 in annual savings, he said it doesn’t engage renters, many of whom are young, which Sievers said the fire department needs. He said the daytime calls are mostly handled by retirees.

“The retired folks are playing a significant role during the day,” he said. “That is particularly tough for us.”

positioned themselves to protect our beautiful (Round Lake) Auditorium, which was only around 75 yards away. Last Saturday, they were training ice rescues on Round Lake. It is the

“As I’m sure you are familiar that the volunteer fire service in New York state has really suffered quite serious loss of members in the last 20 years,” Sievers said, referring to the Firefighters Association of the State of New York estimation that volunteers across the state has precipitously declined since 2000 from about 120,000 to 80,000 firefighters statewide. “It really hurts, particularly daytime response. It’s the kind of thing that will help really encourage some people to think about joining.”

Sievers said Round Lake is “extremely fortunate” to have about 66 volunteers. But calls have doubled in the last 10 years. For one

COVID reshaped First Prize Center plans

By STEVE HUGHES

COLONIE

— The proposed redevelopment of the former First Prize Center will focus heavily on multifamily buildings, adding as many as 820 units to the former brownfield site. The plan was reshaped to eliminate office space in light of the long-term impact of the coronavirus and a changing culture that relies more on working from home.

William Hoblock, president of Richbell Capital, shared the proposed redevelopment last week with the Planning Board specifically created to oversee the 32-acre site at the border of Albany and Colonie.

Hoblock said the company wants to move forward in four phases to create a space that allows residents to “live, work and play.”

The site would be split with a boulevard-style streetscape. It calls for parking to be beneath or behind buildings to emphasize walkability.

“You don’t have a lot of live,

work, play environments in Albany County or the Capital Region and this will be one of them,” he said during his presentation.

After waiting more than five years, including two years of demolition work, Hoblock said working with the board was the last step before construction began.

The first phase calls for 352 units over six buildings with parking for residents underneath four floors of apartments. That phase would also include a mixeduse building that calls for a café, wellness center, co-working space and other amenities.

The first construction would also include roughly 2 acres of green space, which might include a pool, fire pits and grilling stations.

Richbell’s plan is to build the second phase the same as the first, including another 2 acres of green space, before moving on to a third phase that calls for a 185-room hotel.

The final phase would include the addition of two 60-unit buildings.

At the Saratoga County Board of Supervisor’s public hearing on the tax exemption, Fred Richards of Harmony Corners Fire Department also echoed that concern. He said his department of 16 members is relying on volunteers who are 60 and older to respond to daytime calls.

William Lund of the Ballston Spa Fire Department also spoke, saying that the current proposed exemption of $200 should go higher. He proposed exempting firefighters from the fire/EMS tax that some communities, like Clifton Park, impose.

“It’s a good start,” he told the Board of Supervisors of the proposal. “But it has to be meaningful.”

The town and the city of Albany created a joint planning board in 2020 to help guide the 32-acre site’s development. The site straddles the municipal boundaries, with roughly 16 acres in the city and 15 in the town. Each municipality appointed two members to the board and then agreed upon a fifth member.

The developers are expected to apply for a payment in lieu of taxes agreement from both the town and city, which would likely be split according to a formula contrived from the property’s boundary lines and services provided by each. The city and town currently accept portions of the assessed property tax.

When Richbell Capital first released its proposal for the site more than five years ago, the project consisted of about 2 million square feet of urban-style apartments, shopping and

entertainment. Hoblock said market changes, many driven by the corona-virus pandemic, forced them to change plans and focus on residential buildings.

“We feel we have a good mix between high density … but also a livable, functional redevelopment,” he said. The site has long been in discussion for possible redevelopment, including a big-box store and a casino. But no projects came to fruition in part because of the high cost of demolishing the buildings and remediating the leftover environmental pollution.

The demolition was aided in part by a $1 million grant from Empire State Development.

Fire trucks are ready for deployment last Friday at Round Lake Fire Department Station 1 on Curry Road in Round Lake.

WILL WALDRON / TIMES UNION Volunteer firefighter and former fire chief Fred Sievers returns to the firehouse after answering a call. Sievers says the exemption is a “very, very positive thing.”

Clifton Park Senior Community Center

CLIFTON PARK -

6 Clifton Common Court, Clifton Park, NY 12065 • 518-383-1343

Membership to the Center is available to anyone 50+ for ONLY $20 for all of 2023!

MONDAYS:

Game Room Activities (darts, billiards, & ping pong), Tap Dance, Jazz Dance, Chair Yoga, Clogging, Discussion Group, Rummikub, Ukulele, Quilting Group, Soulful Line Dancing, Healthy

Bones

TUESDAYS:

Exercise to Tape, Game Room Activities (darts, billiards, & ping pong), Yoga, Dice Games, 5 Crowns, Duplicate Bridge Group, Qi-Gong and Tai Chi, Scrabble, Hand and Foot Cards, Ping Pong

WEDNESDAYS:

Exercise to Tape, Game Room Activities (darts, billiards, & ping pong), Investment Group, Ukulele Group, Dice Games, Intermediate Bridge, Bowling, Beginner Mahjong, Poker, Knitting and Crocheting, Healthy Bones

THURSDAYS:

Exercise to Tape, Game Room Activities (darts, billiards, & ping pong), Chorus, Rummikub, Yoga, Mixed-Media Watercolors & Acrylics, Pinochle, Ping Pong, Mahjong

FRIDAYS: Tap Dance, Ballet,

Orchestra, Big Band, Woodcarving, Game Room Activities (darts, billiards, & ping pong), Dominoes, Jewelry Making Class, Bingo, 5 Crowns, Canasta, Latin Line Dancing, Healthy Bones

TRIPS:

Wednesday, March 8th:

“Harriet Tells It Like It Is” @ Proctors GE Theater, Schenectady

Monday, March 13th:

“Jokes My Irish Father Told Me” @ Majestic Theater, West Springfield, MA

Wednesday, September 13th: Resort World, Live Gaming, Buffet, an amazing show: Mamma Mia, Monticello, NY

Introductory Acoustic

Guitar Lessons: with Brian Dufrense with Humana:

Mondays, February 27, March 6 at 11:00am: Bring a guitar -if you have one- and learn how to play! There will be 1 extra guitar on-hand. Limit 3-4 students

3 Week Session:

Advanced Registration Required FREE

*Living with a Loss:

Monday, February 27 at 2:30pm. Monthly Dropin Program. There is no timetable for grieving; people grieve in their own way and heal at their own pace. Participants have the opportunity to talk about their loss and share their story with others who have experienced similar losses. Learn the signs of grief, self-care, & coping strategies. Fourth Monday-Up-

coming dates: February 27, March 27

Our Daily Lunch Program (12:00pm Noon) is ongoing. Call for details.

Senior Express -Transportation for Clifton Park

Senior Residents – 518371-4444

Saratoga County Office for the Aging - Home Delivered Meals – 518-3634020 or 518-363-4033

Periodic Activities: call or go online to view our newsletter at https://cliftonpark.org/services/senior-services/senior-center.html

Southern Saratoga

Art Society

SARATOGA COUNTY

- The Clifton Park Senior Community Center Gallery, 6 Clifton Commons Ct., Tel. #: 518-383-1343 and the Southern Saratoga Art Society will be hosting a show during the month of March featuring selected artwork of Shenendehowa High School students. There will be 30 pieces of artwork on display including a variety of media. If you need to lift your spirits, take a few minutes and see the world through the eyes of a teenager.

The Mechanicville Library, 190 N. Main Street, Tel.#: 518-664-4646 will feature artist Barbara Hurley. Barbara has been painting most of her life. She paints in acrylics, oils and watercolors and has taken many classes with

various artists. Her exhibit includes portraits in oils and some recent works in Acrylics. Barbara will donate any proceeds from sales to the Round Lake Methodist Church.

For further information about SSAS visit our website: southernsaratogaartist.com or check us out on facebook.

Clifton Park Chabad to Host Red Carpet Hamantash Bake

CLIFTON PARK - Clifton Park Chabad will host a Hamantash bake at 11:15 am on Sunday, March 5th at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center. At this VIP event, children will make their own Hamantashen from scratch, choose their favorite drink from the mocktail menu, and package a themed mishloach manot at the eatery. For the grand finale –a red carpet runway show starring all the VIP celebrities in costume! The kids event is open to all Jewish children, regardless of affiliation or background. Fee: $15 per family. RSVP at www. cliftonparkchabad.com. For more information on Purim festivities or on the holiday of Purim and its observances, contact Clifton Park Chabad at 518-495-0772/9 or email cliftonparkchabad@gmail. com

Delmar Community Orchestra Concert

DELMAR - The Delmar Community Orchestra, under the direction of Vincent Bonafede, will present a March Concert on Monday, March 6, 2023 at 7:30 pm at the Delmar Reformed Church (386 Delaware Ave., Delmar). The concert, which will include selections by Mozart and Bach as well as modern classics and pops, is free and open to the public.

For more information, please visit the DCO website at www.delmarcommunityorchestra.org or contact DCO President Kate Henson at delmarcommunityorchestra@ gmail.com or (315) 363-3844.

Loss of a Spouse

Grief Seminar

DELMAR - Widowed?

Help is here and hope is possible. Join us for a Loss of a Spouse Grief Seminar at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 85 Elm Ave, Delmar on Saturday, February 25th from 10:00 am12:00 pm. There is no cost or fee. Register at https:// bit.ly/blcgriefspouse or email derenches@blcdelmar for more information.

Bethlehem Lutheran Church

Easter Egg Hunt

DELMAR - Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 85 Elm Avenue, Delmar will be hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 25th with two hunts available - 10:00 am & 1:00 pm. Come and join us for children age 0 though 4th grade. We will have age specific rooms, coloring table, photo booth and lots of eggs and fun. We have two times to choose from. Grab a friend and join us!

South Colonie

Dollars for Scholars

COLONIE - South Col-

onie Dollars for Scholars would like to announce that high school seniors who attend Colonie Central High School can now apply for scholarships offered by South Colonie Dollars for Scholars.

The application deadline is March 19, 2023. All scholarships are offered via our website, https://southcolonie.dollarsforscholars.org. or find our link on the Colonie Central High School home page.

Scholarship amounts will range from $250 - $2500. In 2022, the organization gave out 63 scholarships totaling $35,000. We anticipate to have approximately the same amount this year. This chapter of the national non-profit Scholarship America, was formed in 2003 and has given out over $500,000 in scholarships since then!

For assistance, please contact Tami Sherry, Awards Chair, at 518-441-1628.

10th Annual Lenten Photo Show

SCHENECTADY -

Everyone is invited to participate in this year’s Lenten Photo Show, sponsored by the First United Methodist Church in downtown Schenectady at 603 State Street! For five weeks during Lent, a different theme has been chosen. During each of these weeks, FUMC will be accepting one to three photos that the participant has taken that reflect the weekly themes, which are:

February 22-28: It Is Ok To Be Different

March 1-8: I Will

February

Capital District

Chapter Columbiettes

Meeting

COHOES - On Sunday, February 26th 2023 at 1:30 pm, Capital District Chapter Columbiettes will hold their February Meeting at Cohoes Knights of Columbus Council, 255 Remsen Street, Cohoes, N.Y. 12047.

Capital District Chapter Columbiette President, Linda Cotch, will preside. (Directions; I 787 Columbia Street Exit, West on Columbia Street to Remsen, South on Remsen Street.)

“Food Glorious Food”

LATHAM - Join Colonie Senior Service Center’s staff, visiting chef, foodies, and local food producers for a monthly book club and practicum all about food entitled “Food Glorious Food.” We will explore the serious side of food, how it’s produced, the economics and politics behind it, and the responsibility we have as consumers. This reading and discussion program will also entail some hands-on opportunities. Registration is FREE but will be limited. The group will meet the last Thursday of the month at 11 am in the community room at King Thiel Senior Community, 17 Elks Lane in Latham. We ask that participants plan on attending all scheduled sessions; March 30, April 27, May 25, and June 29.

Books Chosen for this Program are as follows:

-The Third Plate: Field Notes on the Future of Food by Dan Barber

-Diet Cults: The Surprising Fallacy at the Core of Nutrition Fads and a Guide to Healthy Eating for the Rest of Us by Matt

March 9-15: I Have

March 16-22: I Do Not

Know

March 23-Apr. 1: I Am

Ascending

Anyone can participate in either or both of two ways:

1. Submit photos that you have taken to: fumcphotoshow@gmail.com with theme and a title/ caption

2. View the show on the church’s website, Facebook page, and as part of Easter Worship on April 9th. For more information, go to the church’s website: http://www.fumcschenectady.org or Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/fumcschenectady. Or, contact the office at 518-374-4403.

Comfort for Those

Who Mourn Support

MECHANICVILLE - A six-week non-denominational Christian grief support group for all those grieving the death of a loved one.

Wednesday’s, February 22- March 29, 2023

4:30 - 6:00 p.m.

St. Luke’s on the Hill, 40 McBride Road (located off Pruyn Hill Rd in the Town of Halfmoon) Mechanicville, NY

To register: dcnlynne@ gmail.com or call 518-664-4834

Bethlehem Lutheran Church

Ash Wednesday and Lenten Dinners

DELMAR - Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 85 Elm Ave, Delmar, will have Ash Wednesday and Lenten dinners and worship starting February 22, 2023 through March 29, 2023. Dinner is at 6:00

Fitzgerald

-In Defense of Food: An Eater’s Manifesto by Michael Pollan

-Diet for a Small Planet by Frances Moore Lappe

-How the Food Industry Influences Nutrition and Health by Marion Nestle

This program is made possible with funding from Humanities New York. To register, please call Diane 518-459-2857 ext 305.

Breakfast Buffet |and Omelet Station

Waterford Knights of Columbus

WATERFORD - Buffet featuring our famous Omelet Station, Eggs cooked to order, Pancakes (Plain or Blueberry), French toast, Sausage, Bacon, Seasoned Home Fries, Toast, coffee, tea, orange and apple juices.

pm with Worship following at 7:00 pm. Please join us for dinner and/or Worship during this Lenten season. If you have any questions, please contact us at office@blcdelmar. com or (518) 439-4328.

Selkirk Fire Dept. Station No. 1

Auxiliary Fish Fry

Take-Out Dinners

SELKIRK - On Friday, February 24th, Friday, March 10th & March 24th, and Friday, April 7th of 2023, the Selkirk Fire Company No. 1 Auxiliary will be hosting their Annual Fish Fry Take Out dinners.

The monies raised from these dinners help us to provide food and gifts for families in our community during the holidays, as well as provide food for our firefighters during fire and rescue emergencies. I n addition, we offer a scholarship to an (RCS) Ravena, Coeymans, and Selkirk graduating senior.

126 Maple Avenue, Selkirk, NY 4:30 - 7 P.M.

$12.00

Dinner Includes:

Fish Fry, French Fries, Coleslaw & Dessert

$5.00 New England

Clam Chowder

$5.00 Extra piece of fish

Enter to win some awesome raffle prizes!!

The Capital District Genealogical Society of New York Announces Monthly Presentation

CAPITAL DISTRICT

- Topic: Researching and Interpreting the People who were Enslaved in New Netherland and Colonial Albany...with a Focus on the Van Rensselaer and

Take a chance to win the 50/50 drawing. Each paid breakfast enters you to win a free breakfast!

WHEN: Sunday, March 5th, 2023, 8:00am – 11:00am • Every 1st Sunday of the Month

WHERE: K of C Hall, 76 Grace Street, Waterford waterfordkofc.org or call 518-237-9330 $12.00 adult - $6.00 children (Children under 4 free)

Boght Ladies

Auxiliary

Annual Garage Sale

COHOES - IndoorsRain or Shine • 8 Preston Drive, Cohoes, NY 12047 • May 13, 2023 8am to 2pm Rent a table for $25Contact Kristi at 518-608-5154

Schuyler Families

When: Saturday, February 25, 2023

Time: 1:00 - 2:30 PM

Where: Online via Zoom

Speaker Heidi Hill is the historic site manager of Crailo and Schuyler Mansion State Historic Sites, where she has fostered interpretive growth since 2005.

The Zoom presentation allows a maximum of 100 participants. At this time only members are invited to register. On the 16th we will open registration to all if there are places remaining. See our website under meetings and events. Registration deadline is Thursday, February 23rd, 11:55 PM.

FREE Registration: https://www.capitaldistrictgenealogicalsociety. org/event_registration

Latham-Colonie

K of C Lenten

Fish Fryday Dinners

LATHAM - The Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus Lenten Fish Fryday Dinners will begin on Friday February 24th , 2023 and continue every Friday thru April 7th, (with the exception of Friday March 17th, St. Patrick’s Day).

Serving from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM, Eat-In or TakeOut at 328 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110. Menu; Baked Fish Dinner($15) served with Twice Baked Potato, Veggie, Coleslaw and Dessert. Fish Fry ($15) or Clam Roll Dinners ($12) are served with French Fries or Onion Rings, Coleslaw and Dessert.

*Fish Fry Only $10, Clam Roll Only $8, New England Clam Chowder $5.

Children’s Menu available for Eat in Only! (Call for Pricing)

For Reservations, please call 518 892 3750.

Stillwater United Church

PRE-ORDER ONLY

Drive Thru Ham Dinner

STILLWATER - 747 Hudson Ave, StillwaterPick Up Ham Dinner on Saturday, February 25th from 4-6 p.m. The price is $15 and the menu includes Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw and Cherry Cobbler. Please call 518-664-7984 by Thursday, February 23rd to place your order. Leave name, phone number and number of orders. You will be contacted with your Pickup time. Dinners can be picked up at the back of the church on Palmer Street and it will be brought to your car.

Diocesan

Charismatic Prayer

Monthly Meeting

LOUDONVILLE - 4th

Saturday of each month

Christ Our Light RC

Church, Parish Hall 1 Maria Drive, LoudonvilleTime: 11:00am SHARP!

Until: 12:30pm Feb. 25, Mar. 25, April 22, May 27, June 24, July 22, Aug. 26, 2023

Check us out on: WWW. AlbanyCCR.org

HELP for Parkinson’s Cabin Fever Dance Party

VOORHEESVILLE -

HELP for Parkinson’s, a local charity committed to helping those affected

by Parkinson’s Disease live well, invites you to the Parkinson’s Cabin Fever Dance Party on Saturday, March 4, 2023. Dancing and fun starts at 7:00 PM. The event location is the Colonie Golf & Country Club 13 Country Club Ln. Voorheesville, NY. Meet old and new friends, eat, drink, have fun, and dance to the local band GB-five, knowing that you will be supporting the local Parkinson’s community. Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive condition, for which there is no cure. The HELP for Parkinson’s organization’s mission is to bring local programs and resources, as well as relevant local and national information directly to those living here in the capital region dealing with Parkinson’s. Tickets are $40 per person and it includes light food and a cash bar. Information and tickets are available at www.helpforpd. org/march4th.

Penny Social at St. Michael’s Church COHOES - St. Michael’s Church, Page Ave. in Cohoes will be hosting their Annual Penny Social on Sunday, March 5th Doors open at 10:30am, tickets can be purchased starting at 11:00am and the games will start at 1:00pm. PLEASE NOTE THE TIME CHANGES FROM PRIOR YEARS. Admission is free. Under NYS law you must be 18 to play. There will be food, desserts and beverages available. The church hall is handicapped accessible. Come and have a fun afternoon. For further information, please call Maria at 518 782-1203 or Michelle at 518 235-3292.

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518-421-1384.

Bethlehem Grange 137 Mid-Winter Rummage Sale

Dates are Friday & Saturday February 24th and 25th, and March 24th and 25th . All days are 9am to 3PM - 2 Handicap Accessible Ramps.

The Plant Sale/ Craft Fair/ Girl Scout Home Baked Sale is the Saturday May 20th . 9-3pm Bethlehem Grange 137 is located at 24 Bridge St., Selkirk, NY 12158

Bethlehem Grange 137 also accepts recyclable bottles and cans in the donation box, behind the Grange Hall. Proceeds from the bottles and cans goes towards the maintenance of our Historic Grange Hall, which is also on the National Historic Registry.

Saturday March 4th is our Annual Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner, with dessert included, take-out only. Serving 3-6pm. Please pre-order by Thursday March 2nd, by calling Carol Carpenter at 518-421-1384. Save April 1st for our Annual Chicken & Biscuit take-

out Dinner, with dessert included. Serving 3:30-6:30. Please pre-order by Thursday March 30th, by calling Carol Carpenter at 518-421-1384

Thursday, May 4th we’ll be hosting our take-out only BBQ Dinner at Bethlehem Grange. Serving 3-6P. More details to come. Pre-order by Wednesday May 3rd, by calling Carol Carpenter at 518-421-1384

Clothing, including men’s, ladies, and children’s clothing, shoes, boots, purses, belts, linens, stuffed animals, curtains, etc., are also accepted in our Clothing Shed, open 24/7.

We also collect non-perishable Food for the Food Pantry, and used eye glasses and used hearing aids for the Lions Club.

We also collect pull tabs from soda, beer, soup, seafood items and pet food , which are then donated to the Ronald McDonald House.

Bethlehem Grange 137 also accepts worn and tattered American Flags. Flags can be dropped off 24/7 in our Flag Collection Box in the front of our Grange Hall. We are also a chapter of Stars for our Troops. Bethlehem Grange 137 is located at 24 Bridge St., Selkirk, NY 12158

We’ll also be looking for donations of plant cuttings for our May plant sale. Please do not leave any plants outside, especially with this cold weather. We’d really appreciate the plants soon, as we need time to root them and get them planted. The Plant Sale/ Craft Fair/ Girl Scout Home Baked Sale is the Saturday May20th

After Sunday May21st, we’ll begin to accept donations for our Annual June Garage Sales.

Bethlehem Grange 137 Garage Sale Dates are Friday & Saturday June 9th and 10th, June 16th and 17th, and June 23rd and 24th. All days are 9am to 3pm. 2 Handicap Accessible Ramps and 2 handicap accessible bathrooms..

Bethlehem Grange 137 is located at 24 Bridge St., Selkirk, NY 12158

Donations of New or Gently used items will begin to be accepted after Sunday May 21st, by calling Carol Carpenter 518-421-1384, OR Jackie Schrom 518-810-6031 OR Charles Ryan 518-227-8954 to arrange your delivery of the items. We accept housewares, kitchen items, linens, toys, puzzles, small kitchen appliances, small wooden furniture, records, cd’s, dvd’s, men’s, ladies & children’s clothing & shoes, jewelry, decorative items, holiday items, dishes, glassware, pictures, mirrors, outdoor furniture, hand tools, garden tools, power tools, books, collectibles, craft items, yarn, fabric, antiques, pet items, and so much more. You name it, you’ll most likely find it here!! If you don’t see it, please ask us!! It’s probably here!! Please, No Tires, TV’s, or Computers Accepted! New Items will be added daily!! There will be lots of indoor tables of items, and lots of outdoor tables of items. 2 Handicap Accessible Ramps. Cash or Checks only accepted for payment. No Credit or Debit Cards accepted!! We are also adding something new to our Garage Sales!! Flea Market Vendors Wanted for outdoors during the Garage Sale. For more information about becoming a Flea Market Vendor during the Garage Sale, please call Charles Ryan at 518-227-8954.

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The property’s main building was used as a slaughterhouse and meatpacking plant by Tobin Packing Co. The business closed in 1981.

Linton High School Class of 1973 Reunion

SCHENECTADY - The Linton High School class of 1973 is holding a 50 year class reunion on Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 12 PM to 5 PM at the South Schenectady Fire District #6. The fire department is located at 6 Old Mariaville Road, Rotterdam, NY 12306.

Come join your fellow classmates for an afternoon of food, fun and reuniting with old friends.

The cost is $50 per person, payable by August 1, 2023.

For more information go to classmates.com, Facebook – Linton High School Class of 73, or email Tom Palmiotto at xlfoto20@yahoo.com.

REAL ESTATE / HOUSE OF THE WEEK

49 Franklin Street, Saratoga Springs

BThe home is just two blocks away from Broadway and has more than 3,000 square feet of living space. uilt in 1890 and two blocks away from Broadway, 49 Franklin St. in Saratoga Springs offers more than 3,000 square feet of living space near one of the city’s most historic districts, Franklin Square, an erstwhile stop along the Schenectady and Saratoga Railroad line bounded by stunning Greek Revival and Italianate structures. The home still maintains its Victorian-era charm with a wraparound porch, exposed wood beams and two brick fireplaces. There are five bedrooms and four-anda-half bathrooms. The main bedroom features a vaulted ceiling and partition wall that currently creates a perfect perch for Humpty Dumpty (fortunately for him, he

appears stuffed). The adjacent ensuite offers vintage flair, including a claw-foot tub. You’ll also find two amenities coveted by any city dweller — a small backyard and a three-car garage. Saratoga Springs schools. List price: $1,499,000.

Taxes: $9,697. Contact Kate Naughton, Roohan Realty, at 518-441-8527.

518-331-3785

n If you have seen or own a particularly interesting home for sale to feature, send the address to sfromma@timesunion.com

SCHENECTADY CITY

SCHOOL DISTRICT

108 Education Drive, Schenec tady, NY 12303-1238

schenec tadyschools.org

NOTICE OF POSITION

The Assistant Superintendent of Student Suppor t Ser vices, Ms Andrea Tote -Freeman, seeks applications from qualified candidates for the position of :

SCHOOL NURSE

Registered Professional Nurse Star ting salar y - $49,020-$53,393/year

Weekends and holidays off, school breaks, snow days, and summers off, great health insurance, and the option to join NYS retirement!

Primar y responsibilities:

Assists the School Physician in physical, visual and auditor y screening examinations of students and employees; Administers first aid and emergenc y treatment to students and employees;

• Prepares and maintains health records for school authorities; Assists at school immunization clinics;

• Arranges to transpor t sick or injured students or employees to hospital home doc tor s, and dentist s office in cases of emergenc y ;

• Orders, inventories and oversees the storage of first aid and related health supplies and equipment;

• Consults with teachers & other staff members concerning a variety of health fac tors related to non-attendance and communicable disease;

• Prepares records and repor ts as required

Minimum Qualifications:

(A) Graduation from a school of nursing approved by the State Education Depar tment from a course approved by such depar tment as qualifying for Registered Professional Nurse

(B) Eligibility for a license issued by the State of New York to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse

Special Requirement for Acceptance of Applications: Eligibility for a license issued by the State Education Depar tment from a course approved by such depar tment as qualifying for Registered Professional Nurse

Candidates interested in applying must complete an online application at: schenec tady.recruitfront.com/JobOppor tunities

EVERYBODY COUNTS. EVERYBODY LEARNS

For more information on the Schenectady City School District recruitment and hiring plan, please contact the O ffice of Human Resources The Schenectady City School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status veteran status national origin, race or gender This policy is in compliance with the Title IX of the Education amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Regulations and Bylaws of the Board of Education of the Schenectady City School District

Schenectady Rotary Announces $1000 Scholarship

SCHENECTADY - High School Seniors who live or attend school in the City of Schenectady may apply for the Schenectady Rotary Club’s annual $1000 scholarship. Applicants must reside in or attend High School in the city of

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Schenectady, be officially accepted into an accredited degree program at a community college or university that will result in an Associates, Bachelor’s degree or an accredited certificate program at a trade school or training facility, must demonstrate clear career plans and a scheduled time frame to achieve their educational goals, and must have a

HOROSCOPE

Week Of February 26, 2023

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Take a few deep breaths before forging ahead with a plan that you have in mind, Aries. You might need to think things through a little more in the days to come.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, when a new opportunity arises, you may feel like a fish out of water until you get into a routine. After that learning period, things will come more easily.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, do not wait around for change to come. Sometimes you have to get the ball rolling yourself. Put plans in motion and figure out who will join you.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, right now is a big waiting game, and that could have you feeling a bit frustrated. If you are ready for action, take on a hobby or something else to stay busy.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, you may get wind that others are talking about you when you are not around. Remember that all publicity is good publicity. You’re on their minds and that’s important.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, after a few tumultuous months, you finally get into a groove and forge a new path for yourself. You may be surprised by what comes your way.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

You may joke about something that someone else takes very seriously, Libra. Be careful with your words to avoid offending someone you care about.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

You may have a lot of ideas, Scorpio, but it is essential

to figure out funding if those plans are to be put in motion. This includes home improvements.

SAGITTARIUS –Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, it’s time to embrace your love of culture, as you need to start pushing the creative side rather than the analytical one. Visit a museum when time permits.

CAPRICORN –Dec 22/Jan 20

Opportunity awaits if you know where to look, Capricorn. A new business venture could be right around the corner. Start thinking of ways to get involved.

AQUARIUS –Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, big project is finished and you could not be happier. That pressure may have been weighing you down and now you have more free time.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, your own mind could be your only obstacle this week. Clear this mental hurdle and enjoy the challenges ahead.

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FEBRUARY 26

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FEBRUARY 27

Josh Groban, Singer (42)

FEBRUARY 28

Luka Doncic, Athlete (24)

MARCH 1

Justin Bieber, Singer (29)

MARCH 2

Daniel Craig, Actor (55)

MARCH 3 Camila Cabello, Singer (26)

MARCH 4 Jeff Bhasker, Producer (49)

minimum GPA of 3.0. The scholarship will be awarded based on merit. Financial needs will be taken into consideration when all other factors are equal among applicants. An application form may be found on www.schenectadyrotary.org. The deadline to submit applications is April 28, 2023. Further information is available from Dr. Elena Alvarez, 518 377 3632.

Clifton

Park Chabad Wine, Cheese and Megillah

CLIFTON PARK - Start the Purim holiday with class! Clifton Park Chabad will host “Wine, Cheese & Megillah” at 6:15 pm on Monday, March 6th at Clifton Park Chabad. Hear the Megillah and enjoy delicious wines and fine cheeses! RSVP at www. cliftonparkchabad.com. For more information on Purim festivities or on the holiday of Purim and its observances, contact Clifton Park Chabad at 518-495-0772/9 or email cliftonparkchabad@gmail. com

Myasthenia Gravis Support Group

LATHAM - Announcing an ongoing support group for individuals suffering from Myasthenia Gravis. Meetings are held on the second Saturday of each month at 11:00 AM at the Latham Fire Department , 226 Old Loudon Rd, Latham NY12110. Participation is free and is open to patients and/or their caregivers. Before attending, please call David Newkirk at (518) 725-7187 or (518) 251-2695 or Bill Van Dyne at (518) 281-6968 for more information.

SHANNON FROMMA HOUSE OF THE WEEK

scheduled for Saturday, October 7 at the Cullen Pumpkin, 587 Cullen Road. Both events are sponsored by the Church Of Christ Uniting in Richfield Springs. For information and an application for both events go to www.rschurchofchristuniting.com or call Carla at 315-858-1451.

Hudson-Mohawk Regional EMS Council 2023 Public Meeting Schedule

ALBANY - 24 Madison Ave. Extension, Suite 1 Albany, NY 12203 - *all meetings start at 6pm

• 3/27/23

• 5/22/23

• 9/25/23

10/23/23 • 11/27/23

December TBA

Updates, schedule changes, and remote options will be posted on the website: remo-ems.com

St. Mary’s WTRF

Lucky Bucket Extravaganza

WATERFORD - Spring Lucky Bucket Extravaganza at St. Mary’s Parish

Hall, Division and Sixth Streets in Waterford, Sunday, March 19th. From noon to 2:30 PM (doors will open at 11:30 AM).

Drawings start at 1:30 PM. Enjoy refreshments while you decide which theme basket/container you would like to win. Admission is $7 and includes lunch, beverage, dessert and a door prize ticket.

Tickets for basket prizes are available for purchase. Inside Cornhole at THE CENTER

COLONIE - Throw bean bags into holes in angled boards. A fun and friendly game. Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. Please call Caroline Barrett at 518-459-2857 x 327, cbarrett@colonieseniors.org