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5K Run and 2 Mile Walk

Planned for Memorial Day Weekend

DELMAR – RUNforVETS.com on May 28-- a chance to give to those who have given so much.

The Sons of the American Legion Blanchard-Currey Post 1040 and the Bethlehem Memorial VFW Auxiliary Post 3185 host their first 5K race followed by a 2-mile walk. The Run starts at 9 am and the 2mile walk at 10:30 am with the start and finish lines at the American Legion, 16 W Poplar Dr, Delmar.

“All proceeds of this event will support veteran groups in the area,” said Sons of American Legion Commander Joe Benoit. “This is the first year of the event, which we will become an annual tradition in conjunction with the Bethlehem Memorial Day Parade, which is sponsored by the Legion and the VFW. Help us remember those who have passed and support our current veterans.”

There’s a $40 registration fee for runners and walkers, with all proceeds supporting veteran activities in the area. Donation and sponsorship information can also be found online at RUNforVETS. com. The site also includes a map of the race.

Runners/walkers who register by May 13 are

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Bethlehem to ‘lock’ student phones during school day

Decision made to spur more in-person social interaction at school

By KATHLEEN MOORE

BETHLEHEM — The knowledge of the world and the power of a super computer is in most teens’ pockets, but school officials are desperate to keep them out of students’ hands.

Cellphones have become a scourge in most schools: Social media can be abused to bully people or cheer on destructive acts, and watching videos or playing games is far more common than using the device to learn.

Most schools started with hard bans on having smart-phones out during the day, but some districts have gradually eased up over the years. For example, students were delighted in Schenectady city schools when their request to use their phones during lunch was granted in 2011.

teraction. In Bethlehem, school officials recently decided to ban phones for the entirety of the school day starting in the fall, believing it will lead to students socializing more.

While many schools allow cellphones at lunch and often during study halls, Bethlehem officials are specifically aiming at restricting them during non-instructional time as well.

“This is when we want our students to be social and interact with one another,” Superintendent Dave Hurst told the school board at a meeting last week.

Teachers had been asking students during class to put away their phones or put them in pouches hanging on a wall of the classroom. That “to some extent has curtailed phone use in classrooms, but not entirely,” Hurst said.

So to solve both problems, the school board is planning to spend $26,773 on Yondr, lockable bags that will be issued to every student this fall. They have magnetic locks that open when tapped against an unlocking base; there will be several at the high school for students to use when they leave the building.

Hurst said his push to be more restrictive with phones was fueled by studies that have shown a national increase in students feeling lonely and isolated, leading to much higher depression and suicide rates.

“Humans are wired for social connection,” he said. “You see students sitting (at lunch) three, four to a table and they’re all on their phones and they’re not interacting whatsoever. They’ve lost that social connection.”

“Everyone’s going to become a natural extrovert and talk to everyone in the cafeteria? The kids I know… avoid the cafeteria,” said parent Cara Brousseau during the school board meeting about the proposal.

“I wish they would socialize, but you can’t just expect that to happen spontaneously by locking up their cellphone. There needs to be a path to get there.”

Natasha Ruiz, whose son is a freshman, said it’s not necessarily unhealthy to watch videos on a phone during lunch.

“He goes to the library and he decompresses on the phone for 10 minutes, watching videos, putting a smile on his face,” she told the school board.

In interviews the Times Union did after school one day this past week, several groups of Bethlehem High School students weighed in on the proposal.

One teenager said it would be a relief to not have to keep up with everything on his phone. “A weight off your shoulders,” he said.

But a friend of his vehemently disagreed, saying he needs his phone because school is boring. “What am I going to do in my free periods?” he said. “It would make my life suck.”

But now some school officials worry that games and videos have replaced in-person in-

However, parents, students and some mental health counselors aren’t sure that removing cellphones at school will make a difference.

Motel to be razed to make way for new Stewart’s location

Plan for store at Colonie site heads for final approval

By MELISSA MANNO COLONIE

The family-owned convenience store chain

wants to level Sycamore Motel at 956 Loudon Road to build a 3,975-squarefoot mini-mart, according to documents filed with the town of Colonie.

The town Planning Board voted to accept the concept plan at a meeting Tuesday night last week and provided recommendations to the applicant including the future need for an additional turn lane at Wellness Way, curb cut encroachment along Route 9 and the relocation of pillars and fencing. Now, the only regulatory hurdle that remains is final approval from the Planning Board once plans are revised to address the town engineer’s comments.

The project spans 2.18 acres and consists of two other parcels: a car wash previously operated by Nemith car dealership at 2

Wellness Way and a vacant lot at 954 Loudon Road. A commercial zoning verification was issued in September permitting Stewart’s to build the one-story structure, which would include two fueling canopies totaling 4,460 square feet with 16 fueling stations as well as electric charging stations. It would have driveways on Loudon Road and Wellness Way.

Applicant Chris Potter of Stewart’s Shops said the company was in the process of closing on a deal with Sycamore Motel relating to the development.

In 2009, Sycamore Motel was one of only two motels in Colonie that registered under a town law requiring motels where sex offenders live to get a license — but it wasn’t long before the owner decided to forgo applying for the

Two students separately brought up fears of active shooters, saying they would need to have

$1,500 annual permit.

Other regulations, such as a 28-day limit on lodgings, have been detrimental to business.

The town of Colonie filed a 24-count violation against owner Suman C. Patel and the motel in 2019 for allowing the premises to be used as substandard long-term housing. But the motel continued to operate despite financial woes, albeit with subpar reviews. “Mice have more

dignity than to be caught dead here,” one user wrote on Google. But most who mention the owner refer to him in high regard. “Sam the owner is funny, and a fair guy that does a good job taking care of the people that are good tenants,” one review reads, for example. Motel management was not available to comment on the proposed development on last Tuesday afternoon.

The Colonie Planning Board has approved a site plan submitted by Stewart’s Shops to raze the Sycamore Motel at 956 Loudon Road in order to build a 3,975-square-foot Stewart’s mini-mart with 16 fueling stations, as well as electric charging stations.

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COHOES - Featuring: an omelet station, corned beef hash, bacon, sausage, home fries, pancake, French toast with warm syrup, muffins, tropical fruit, toast, coffee, tea, hot chocolate and variety of juices.

On Sunday, May 21, 2023 from 8:30 to 11:30.

Adults $10; Children 6-12 $5; Children 5 and under Free

Hosted at the Knights of Columbus Hall (handicapped accessible) at 255 Remsen Street, Cohoes. Call (518) 237-4151.

Volunteers Ne eded

Af ter he Fi re s Mo nthly Me eting

HALFMOON - After the Fire’s monthly meeting will be Tuesday, May

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Donations eing

Ac cepted

SELKIRK - Bethlehem

Grange 137 will once again host the Annual June

Garage Sale. Donations of New or Gently used items are now being accepted, by calling Jackie Schrom 518810-6031 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

23rd at 7 PM at Halfmoon Town Hall on Lower Newtown Rd. in Halfmoon. After the Fire is a non-profit organization that helps Saratoga County Residents who have suffered a loss due to fire. Families are provided with gift cards, a night’s stay at a participating hotel/ motel, Red Cross referral, informational material, emotional support. etc. Meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7PM as follows: Feb.,

March, Oct., & Nov. at Eagle Matt Lee Firehouse on Washington St. in Ballston Spa; April, May, June & Sept. at Halfmoon Town Hall on Lower Newtown Rd. in Halfmoon. Anyone interested in learning more about After the Fire, or becoming a member, may attend a meeting, visit us on Facebook at www. afterthefire.org, or leave a message on voicemail at 518-435-4571.

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! Also, no donations accepted after June 10th. 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 518-2278954. With the constantly changing guidelines, Masks and Social Distanc-

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Will Ho st Sh avuot Dairy inner

CLIFTON PARK - Almost time to receive the Torah anew for the 3336th time!

This year, a year of Hakhel, we try to gather together to inspire and connect. This Shavuot let’s come TOGETHER to relive the amazing Mt. Sinai experience!

Clifton Park Chabad will host a Shavuot Dairy dinner at 5:00 pm on Friday, May 26th

We will hear the Ten Commandments, enjoy dairy dinner (lots of non-dairy options, too!) & desserts & of course ice cream galore!

There will be special treats for the children, our Torah guarantors!

The event will take place at Clifton Park Chabad. Rsvp At www.clifton-

ing will be Still fine, especially when indoors or in a crowded area outdoors. This is especially requested if you have not been vaccinated, or you feel more comfortable wearing a mask.

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.

Bethlehem Grange 137 is located at 24 Bridge St., Selkirk, NY 12158 Waterford nights of olumbus Ho st

Breakfast uffet and Om elet St ation

WATERFORD - Buffet featuring our famous Omelet Station, Eggs cooked to order, Pancakes (Plain or Blueberry), French toast, Sausage, Bacon, Sea-

parkchabad.com. For More Information, Contact Leah Rubin, At 518-495-0779 Technology Workshop for Se niors

CLIFTON PARK - Clifton Park Center Baptist Church will be offering a two-day workshop for seniors in our community on Wednesday, May 24 and on Thursday, May 25 from 10:00 AM to 12 (noon). This workshop “Technology 101 for Seniors: Bridging The Technology Divide” will be focused on helping seniors navigate through technology to help them stay connected with others and to give them the tools necessary to successfully function in this technological age. Please register by calling the church office (518) 371-6023 (limited space available). A light luncheon will be offered

soned Home Fries, Toast, coffee, tea, orange, and apple juices.

Take a chance to win the 50/50 drawing.

Each paid breakfast enters you to win a free breakfast!

Irish Coffee and Mimosa’s now available!!

WHEN: Sunday, June 4th, 2023, 8am – 11am

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)

Fr iendship SI ngers

Sp ring oncert

DELMAR - The Friendship Singers of Delmar, local women’s chorus, is pleased to announce our spring concert for 2023, to be held at the Delmar

both days at the end of the workshop. Clifton Park Center Baptist Church is located at 713 Clifton Park Center Rd in Clifton Park.

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Garden lub

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CLIFTON PARKFriday June 2 from 9-3 pm at 8 Berkshire Drive, Clifton Park. There will be a variety of perennial sun and shade plants, and baked goods for sale.

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Take-Ou t inner

SELKIRK - Saturday

June 14 3-6 there will be a Chicken BBQ Dinner, Take-Out Only. To Pre-Order, Call Carol @ 518-421-1384. Bethlehem Grange 137 is located at 24 Bridge St., Selkirk, NY 12158

Reformed Church, 386 Delaware Avenue, Delmar, at 7:30 on Friday, June 9. Fresh off a tour of nursing homes and senior venues, we will be offering a free public concert of show tunes, novelty songs, and old favorites. We hope you’ll join us as we make a joyful noise! Donations can be made that evening for Family Promise of the Capital Region, an organization which supports the homeless and those on the verge of becoming homeless. Inside ornhole at THE ENT ER

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

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Q.U.I.L.T., nc. Mo nthly uild Me eting June , 023

DELMAR - Q.U.I.L.T., Inc. is a not-for-profit guild of quilters interested in learning about the art of making quilts. Members live in the Capital Region and surrounding communities. All levels of quilters are welcome. Meetings are held at the Delmar Reformed Church the second Friday of each month (Sept-June).

For the June meeting, a brief business meeting begins at 9:45 followed by a general meeting and potluck luncheon. We will have a Quilting 101 presentation and two challenges, Half Squares Are So Cool! and the 2nd Annual UFO Challenge. All are welcome.

Please visit our website https://www.quiltinc.org/ for more details.

Bethlehem utheran Church s Ho sting a ementia Workshop

DELMAR - Bethlehem Lutheran Church is hosting an educational workshop by the Alzheimer’s Association titled, “Dementia Conversations” on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 85 Elm Avenue, Delmar NY 12054. This program will offer helpful tips to assist families with difficult conversations related to dementia, including going to the doctor, deciding when to stop driving, and making legal and financial plans.

To register, please email Deacon Melissa at derenches@blcdelmar.com or call the church office at (518) 439-4328.

Brooks BQs at Ne wtonville UMC

NEWTONVILLENewtonville United Methodist Church is happy to announce its BROOKS BARBECUE dates for 2023. NUMC is located at the corner of Rt. 9 & Maxwell Rd. near Siena College. Our dates for 2023 are: Thursday, June 8; Thursday, August 3; Thursday, September 14; and Thursday, October 5. We offer a chicken dinner for $13. Dinners include a baked potato, roll, applesauce and a homemade brownie. We also offer the option of just meat – a half chicken for $9 . The doors will open at 3:30 PM and we will serve from 4:00 PM until we sell out.

Diocesan

Charismatic rayer Mo nthly Me eting

LOUDONVILLE - 4th

Saturday of each month

Christ Our Light RC Church, Parish Hall 1 Maria Drive, LoudonvilleTime: 11:00am SHARP!

Until: 12:30pm

May 27, June 24, July 22, Aug. 26, 2023

Check us out on:

www.AlbanyCCR.org

Latham-Colonie

Columbiettes

An nual Fl ea Ma rket

LATHAM - The

Latham-Colonie Columbiettes are hosting their Annual Flea Market on Saturday, May, 20th, 2023, 9 am - 3:30 pm, at Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus, 328 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110, (Rain or Shine)

Vendor space still available is Outdoor Undercover, the area is 4 (w) x 8

Ma rchers anted!

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COLONIE - The Town of Colonie will be holding the annual Memorial Day Parade on Thursday May 25th at the Colonie Mohawk River Park. The Parade Planning committee is looking for additional marching groups to participate in the parade, including local businesses, youth organizations, fire departments, church groups, etc.

If interested in participating, please contact planning committee chairman Fox Rifenberg-Stempel, at frifenbergstempel@ outlook.com

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Prayer Me eting

LOUDONVILLE - 4th Saturday of each month.

May 27, June 24, July 22, Aug. 26, 2023

Christ Our Light - Parish Hall, 1 Maria Drive, Loudonville

Time: 11:00am Sharp!

11:00am - 12:30pm

All Are Invited!

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Ho liday f Sh avuot

CLIFTON PARK - Clifton Park Chabad will host ‘Cteen Cheesecake Wars’ at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, May 23rd in honor of the upcoming holiday of Shavuot. It is customary to eat dairy on the holiday. Teens are invited to join for an amazing afternoon with competitive cheesecake decorating, prizes and lots of fun! Teens in attendance will also prepare Shavuot treats to distribute to area seniors. To RSVP or for more info, contact Leah at 5184950779 Or cliftonparkchabad@Gmail.com

(l), $25 or $30 w/electric. Outdoor 10 (w) x 10 ( l ), $30 or $40 w/electric (with your own pop up set up).

Our signed vendors have a wonderful display of items; Paparazzi Jewelry, Original Art Work, Boutique Clothing, Handmade Artisan Crafts; Crocheted Items, Wax Melts and More, also Collectibles, Books, Household Items, and so much more!

For Vendor Information klmajer@outlook.com or www.lathamcoloniekofc. com/dinners-events, 518 783 0572.

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CLARKSVILLE - Come join in on our Fun(d) raiser!

Clarksville Community

Church Lasagna Dinner

May 20th, 2023 - 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm

Dinner includes Lasagna with meat and a veggie lasagna prepared by Pizza By Dominick’s (Casmo)

Sweet sausage and sauce, fresh salad, Italian bread, cake for dessert, along with assorted beverages. For any questions, and dinner & take out reservations - call Diane at (518) 439-2739.

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Giveaway

CLIFTON PARK - The town of Clifton Park is having a weekend Giveaway the weekend of May 19-21

Recycling and Reducing are great, but what about Reusing! We all have items that are still good, but we have no use for. Put them out for others to take or maybe find something you need! Also, this event is posted herehttps://urldefense.com/v3/__https://

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Event Guidelines:

• Hours for the event are 12:00 p.m. on Friday May 19 to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday May 21

• Items to be given away should be placed at the end of participants personal driveway or curb ONLY

• Event flyer should be displayed with items, so that items intended to be given away are clearly labeled and no one accidentally takes unintended items.

The apital istrict Genealogical So ciety

An nounces Mo nthly Presentation

The enealogy f Ho use CAPITAL DISTRICTWhen: Saturday, May 20, 2023 - Time: 1:00 - 2:30 PM - Where: Online via Zoom

Speakers: Chris Marney and Chris White

Presentation: If you could carefully pull apart your house piece by piece what would you learn? If you could identify all who lived in that house over the years what would you learn? A couple in Schenectady has done just that as part of a full historic restoration of their 1760s home. This presentation is a case study as you learn about their journey, the incredible things they have found (often literally) stuffed in the walls and the intimate details they have discovered about their

Me morial ay eremony t Ha lfmoon

Am erican egion

HALFMOON - Post Commander, John Lepine is pleased to invite the public to attend our Annual Memorial Day Ceremony to be held at the American Legion’s Covered Pavilion at 275 Grooms Road on Monday, May 29th, at 11:00 AM.

The public is urged to attend and participate in this patriotic event to honor those who made the supreme sacrifice in defense of our freedom.

Refreshments will be served immediately following the ceremony.

home’s inhabitants along the way.

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

Empire Or ienteering Club

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ALBANY - Empire

Orienteering Club will be holding its next event at Washington Park in Albany on May 20th . Registration and starts are near the intersection of Lancaster St and Washington Park Road, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.

The object of orienteering is to reach and identify many specific places in the park in order, using a special orienteering map.

Two courses will be offered. Both courses will be easy to moderate, but will vary in distance.

Orienteering is for both single participants and groups, such as families. Orienteers can go at their own pace, or race to finish with the shortest time.

There is a nominal fee for participating, and instruction will be available to everyone. Refreshments will be available at the start/finish area. We hope to see you there!

(Marty Hawkes-Teeter –hawkesteeter@gmail. com)

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SELKIRK - Bethlehem Grange 137 at 24 Bridge St., Selkirk, NY 12158 is looking for donations of household plants, outdoor plants, rooted plants, cuttings, potted or unpotted plants for our Plant Sale ASAP!!! . We’re also accepting donations of vegetable seedlings, flowers, small bushes such as lilac

bushes, rose of Sharon’s, raspberry bushes, blueberry bushes, etc. We’re also looking for flower pots, plastic, pottery, ceramic, hanging planters, plant hangers, potting soil, cactus soil, broken pots for the bottoms of pots. Our Plant Sale is on Saturday, May 20th, in conjunction with our Grange Craft Fair & Bake Sale being hosted by a Girl Scout troop. All Events are from 9-3. Our Grange Hall is Handicap Accessible. There will be booths inside and outside with Plants, Craft Items and Baked Goods. Please call Jackie Schrom 518-810-6031 to arrange delivery. Please do not drop items off without a confirmation. We do not have a protected area from the elements. If you are closer to Albany, please call Carol Carpenter 518421-1384, to arrange a drop off area in Albany.

We will begin accepting donations for our Annual June Garage Sales after May 21

Fr ee ommunity

Dinner

WATERFORD –A Free Community Meal will be served during a Messy Church gathering from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 21 at Grace Church, 36 Third St. Messy Church provides an opportunity for people of all ages to worship together in a fun and creative way. Fun activities with a Biblical theme are planned.

For information, call the Episcopal parish at 237-7370 or visit gracechurchwaterford.com.

The Rev. Kathy Alonge-Coons celebrates the Holy Eucharist at 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. Sundays.

Deacon Denise Moore

assists. An Adult Christian Education program begins at 8:30 a.m. A coffee hour follows each service.

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SARATOGA - May 20th and May 27th, from 9am to 1pm, at the Saratoga Farmers Market, 112 High Rock Road. Saratoga Springs. Residents can learn where to find information about polling places, information about registration, early voting, absentee voting , and pick up absentee voting applications and voter registration forms.

Clifton ark Hi storic

Preservation Commission Presentation

CLIFTON PARKSunday May 21st 1pm at Grooms Tavern, Corner of Grooms and Sugar Hill Roads Sue Thompson, an amateur archeologist, will be presentng the history of her home on English Road, near Round Lake. The home is on the Clifton Park Register of Historic Places. She will speak to the interesting artifacts she has discovered that connects the builder of her house to a Loyalist during the American Revolution. The presentation will be followed by tours of the Tavern and the opening of the Clifton Park Historic Homes Art Show. You might even get to meet and talk to James Groom himself. Refreshments will be provided by The Friends of Historic Grooms Tavern

There’s no place like home, especially when that home is a comfortable and safe haven. One of the ways residents find comfort in their homes is by maintaining the right indoor temperatures, which fluctuate along with the seasons. While there is much to be said about opening windows and doors to let Mother Nature do her thing, indoor comfort is often maintained with an HVAC system.

HVAC stands for heating, ventilation and air conditioning. It can include heat pumps, furnaces and air conditioning units. It is an automated system that works by adjusting a thermostat to regulate air temperature, and sometimes humidity, in the home. According to Enviguard, a commercial contracting provider, HVAC systems also may be used to improve indoor air quality through filtration and oxygen replacement.

As with any mechanical device, an HVAC system has a life span that must be considered. Should any of the following conditions be present, it is likely time to consult with an HVAC technician to see if repairs or replacement of the entire system is warranted.

1. Age If the HVAC system is more than 10 years old, it could be time to begin budgeting for a new unit. Many modern, efficient systems may last 12 to 14 years with routine maintenance. But it’s good to keep an HVAC system’s age in mind so you can readily recognize when it might start to fail.

2. Longer or constant running times

An efficient, properly working system will quickly heat or cool the home and then turn off. A system that is turning on repeatedly or having to run for awhile before the set temperature is reached could be nearing the end of its utility.

3. Strange noises

Groaning, banging or loud humming noises should be addressed. While these noises may indicate that certain components need maintenance or replacement, they also could be symptoms of age and a system nearing failure.

4. Frequent repair visits

Knowing the HVAC company’s repair person by name is a sign that the system has required too much work in recent months. Repeated issues and repairs are probably signs that it’s time to consider a system replacement.

5. Higher bills

Sticker shock when receiving electricity or gas bills likely mean the HVAC system isn’t working efficiently and might need to be replaced.

6. Poor indoor air quality

If the home is dusty or humid or even if allergies seem to have cropped up out of nowhere, this could indicate a poorly functioning HVAC system.

HVAC systems are vital to keeping indoor environments comfortable and safe. Such systems may exhibit certain signs that indicate they need to be replaced.

A Ru ndown n IY emos

Homeowners looking to make improvements to their homes likely want to make such projects as budget-friendly as possible. After soliciting estimates from contractors, homeowners may seek to do some work themselves in an effort to cut costs. That is why many individuals opt to handle demolition and other preparatory tasks before contractors get started. There are important things to keep in mind when doing demo.

• Prybars are your friend. These tools, sometimes called crowbars, can be used to remove nails or pull materials apart.

• Cover vents in the space where you’re working. Construction dust can be sucked into the HVAC system and cause furnaces to clog. This also may cause the distribution of dust throughout the home.

• Use safety gear. Always wear safety goggles, gloves,

Did ou now?

Home renovations can improve a home in many different ways. Modifications to kitchens and bathrooms have long been popular projects, but are they the most popular renovations? According to data from Realm, which analyzed the top 10 most popular projects from roughly 2.8 million listings and permit filings in the United States in 2022, certain projects are more popular than others. Nationally, the most common home renovations include interior painting, exterior painting, finishing a basement, installing or replacing windows, and bathroom remodeling. Houzz polls have unveiled that renovating kitchens and bathrooms, new windows and porches, balcony and deck projects are among the most popular.

boots, and other equipment as needed to remain safe.

• Get a power saw. Circular saws and reciprocating saws can cut through various materials, making faster work of demolition.

• Exercise caution when removing drywall. You don’t know what is behind the drywall, including electric wires, so be careful when choosing a spot to make the first hole in the drywall.

• Get a trash container with a gate. You’ll save yourself some aches and pains by being able to fill a wheelbarrow and dump in into the container, rather than having to toss debris over the top.

• Bust up heavy or bulky items. Cast iron tubs and shower surrounds can be heavy and difficult to move. Unless it’s a family heirloom, cut or break large items into pieces to remove them more easily.

He althy Fo ods hat an rovide Fe eling f Fu llness

Hunger is one of the more common issues individuals encounter when transitioning to a nutritious diet. Many people aspire to eat healthier in an effort to lose weight gained due to overeating. That can make the adjustment more difficult, as individuals are accustomed to eating to a point of fullness. But there’s good news for people in that situation, as a variety of healthy foods can provide a feeling of fullness and put an end to between-meal hunger pangs.

• Water: Water may not be food, but drinking more of it can provide a feeling of fullness that people are accustomed to. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics notes that symptoms of mild dehydration often present as feelings of hunger. In addition, the PKD Foundation reports that clinical studies have found that 37 percent of people mistake thirst for hunger because signals that indicate thirst are weak. Dry eyes, feeling sluggish, increased heart, and headache are some potential warning signs of thirst. So when mid-afternoon hunger pangs hit, try drinking some water before reaching for a snack.

• Vegetables: One of the misconceptions concerning food and fullness is that low-calorie foods are unlikely to fill up the proverbial tank. That’s not true, and vegetables are a testament to how filling certain low-calorie foods can be. According to the Mayo Clinic, most vegetables are low in calories but high in volume or weight. That means they can contribute to feelings of fullness without compromising individuals’ efforts to eat healthy.

• Baked potatoes: Nearly 30 years ago, researchers at the University of Sydney in Australia developed a satiety index in an effort to measure how effective certain foods

were at helping people feel full. No food finished with a higher satiety ranking than baked potatoes. That’s good news for individuals looking to transition to a nutritious diet, as baked potatoes without any added butter or other toppings are low in sodium and do not contain any cholesterol. Baked potatoes also are a good source of vitamin C and dietary fiber. Buttering a baked potato can compromise its nutritional value, so consider sprinkling pepper in place of butter if you need some additional flavor.

• Pulses: One thing to look for to overcome hunger pangs while trying to eat healthy is slowly digested foods. Pulses fit that bill. Carbs that the body does not digest quickly can help individuals avoid hunger pangs, and pulses are slow to digest. Beans, lentils and peas are some examples of pulses. Adding pulses to salads or even using pulses like lentils as the foundation for a salad is a great way to eat healthy and avoid hunger.

Hunger pangs can compromise a healthy diet. Thankfully, many healthy foods pack a nutritional punch and provide a feeling of fullness that can reduce the likelihood of potentially harmful between-meal snacking.

REAL ESTATE / HOU SE

4 Boyle Road, Glenville

2,700-square-feet of living space.

This week’s home in Glenville was built in 1961, and encompasses

Don’t mistake this week’s House of the Week for your run-of-the-mill, mid-century suburban split-level because the whimsical interior is anything but ordinary. Stylish and sophisticated, 4 Boyle Road is currently occupied by a couple — an artist and an interior designer — who have created an atmosphere that encapsulates their talent and eclectic taste. The pair is moving. Many of the unique design elements — like the bicycle and bowling pin decor — will likely go with them, but they are leaving behind a bright, open and airy modernized 2,700-squarefoot home that offers four bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms and an enormous master closet. A seafoam green backsplash adds a pop of color to the updated kitchen that offers white

cabinets, granite countertops and a large island with an attached table for dining. A true 1961 tri-level, the living room, den and family room are divided across multiple floors, so there are several spots to socialize or slip away. There’s plenty of green space outdoors, including professionally planned gardens.

List price: $399,000. Taxes: $9,026. Contact listing agent Heidi Rotter, owner and principal broker of Brass Tacs Real Estate Co., at 518-378-3987 or heidi@brasstacsrealestate.com.

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their phones to communicate with their parents in the event of an attack.

The Times Union checked with many local school districts, and most said they do not lock up phones, but expect students to keep them powered off and put away during class. But Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake and Green Island ban phone use entirely, saying students must keep them turned off,

including during lunch and study periods. In Albany, lockable bags are only used at two schools, including an alternative high school and one elementary school. Other school districts, including Schenectady, don’t lock them up at all and allow teachers to incorporate the phones in lessons when desired. Few schools limit phone use at lunch. But at Schoharie Junior/Senior High School, the lockable “Yondr” bags have been in use all year.

“It has been transformational,” said Superintendent David Blanchard. “What we noticed right away was kids talking to each other.”

Students signed up for electives mid-year because they were bored in study hall without their phones, he said.

Suspensions are down significantly, which Blanchard connected to a reduction in fights over issues that start on social media.

“Nobody has Facebook muscles when you don’t have Facebook,” he said. “Minor altercations (used to) get posted on social media and nobody’s talking them through. Now students are talking to each other and communicating in real time. In-person is a much more healthy way of life.”

A local psychiatrist agreed that social media could lead to increases in depression and other mental health issues. Students often access social media through smartphones, but Dr. Kevin Martin of Saratoga Springs said he isn’t convinced that taking away the phones is the solution.

“It’s correlation, not necessarily causation. Around 2012 when we hit about 50 percent in smartphone usage, since then, even before the pandemic, mental health issues in kids and teens really went up,” he said.

Social media is a concern because “of the toxicity, some of the abusive things people will say to each other, attacks, group piling on,” he said. And he noted that students could be stressed and distracted during the day by all the messages they receive online.

But he said there are positives to smartphones. Students can find a welcoming community online that they may not find in-person nearby.

A lack of social interaction is “definitely a concern,” he said. “But honestly, they might be texting their friend who is also in school but they don’t have the same lunch period.”

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assured a custom sized commemorative T-Shirt (a camo pattered shirt with saluting soldier silhouette and cut out of runner).

Those who need to register manually, can do so in person on Friday and Saturday at the Bethlehem Memorial

COM ING SOON

Ar t As sociates allery

VFW Post, 404 Delaware Ave, Delmar between Noon and 6 pm. Questions can also be directed to Keving McCaffrey at 518-475-7895 or Joe Benoit at 518-339-0854.

The Bethlehem Memorial Parade is a fun and important community event jointly sponsored by the American Legion and VFW and will be held at 11 am, Monday, May 29, the day after the run.

ALBANY - “Life Through an Abstract Eye” by members of The Firehouse Artists and “The Upstate Artists Guild Annual Members Show” Shows run through May 27th . Final event at thislocation. New venue TBA. 21 Railroad Avenue, Albany 12205. 518-459-1307

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COLONIE - THE CENTER at Colonie Senior Service Centers announces May 2023 classes and events. THE CENTER is a place for individuals 55 years of age or older to learn, grow, exercise and be creative. Best of all, it’s a place to have fun! We are so excited about these offerings, and look forward to sharing them with you. Please note, there is a $20 membership fee. Classes here are listed as member and not-yet-member prices. These classes start in May, or can be joined in May. Please call for dates, times and to register. Call 518-459-2857 x 327 or cbarrett@coloniesenior.org.

Wellness and Exercise

Guided Meditation 101, $30/$40

Tap Dancing: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, $60/$70

Intro to Ballet, $60/$70

How to Shoot Pool, $45/$55

Intro to Nia, $30/$40

Strength, Core and Car-

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dio, $65/$75

Yoga for Joy, $60/$70

Get Strong with Pilates, $55/$65

Creative Events

Log Cabin Knit Blanket, $49/$59

Spring Gardens Watercolor, $45/$55

Mosaic Tile, $34/$44

Hands-On Mural Workshop, $29/$39

All-Natural Bug Repellant, $29/$39

Group Ukulele, $5/$55

Sun Printing, $10/$20

Scratchboard Drawing, $10/$20

Soul Collage Workshop, $24/$34

Drawing from Nature, $29/$39

Rubber Stamping Art, $10/$20 plus $15 materials fee

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Trips and Travel

Troy Music Hall, May 9, $10/$20

Dietary Supplements –

Fallon Pharmacy, May 16, $10/$20

Tour of Radix Center, May 18, $20/$30

NY Folklore Gallery, May 19, $15/$25

Albany Center Gallery, 5/23, $15/$25

ADK Kelly Center, 5/24, $15/$25

Troy Hidden Garden Tour, 5/25, $30/$40

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Landis Arboretum, 5/26, $39/$49

Art Walk and Talk, 5/30, $10/$20

Club Events Free and open to members only.

Mondays at 1:00 p.m.,

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3rd Mondays at 1:00, Book Club

Mondays at 2:00 p.m. (select dates), Movies

1st & 3rd Mondays at 1:00 p.m., Writer’s Group

Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m., Bridge

Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m., Bingo

Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m., Cribbage

Thursdays at 10:00 a.m., Cornhole

Thursdays at 1:00 p.m.,

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GLASS/SCREENREPAIR Brokenglass,tornscreensrepaired.Homerepairs.Makes housecalls.(518)203-8595

HANDYMAN/PAINTER Framing,roofing,newdecks& repair.Allflooring,fence,sheetrock,trim,paintingint/ext. Freeest.Call518-833-4608

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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

HOROSCOPE

Week Of ay 1, 023

ARIES Mar 21/Apr 20

You may struggle to get going this week, Aries. But once you do, it will be full speed ahead. In fact, you may need to slow things down to let others catch up.

TAURUS Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, if you are feeling a bit scattered as of late, take some time out of your schedule to meditate and re ect on what is most important to you. Then follow that path.

GEMINI May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, give yourself permission to move slowly this week. If you racing through things, you’re apt to make mistakes. Set your own pace and let things play out as they may.

CANCER Jun 22/Jul 22

Deadlines could make for a heated week, Cancer. It’s best to remove yourself from any situations before they get out of hand. Offer advice when things cool down. Jul 23/Aug 23

Routines are boring you lately, Leo. You may need to shake things up. If you work a set schedule, see if you can go to ex time and look for ways to change.

VIRGO Aug 24/Sept 22

Do not let drama that doesn’t involve you sneak into your orbit, Virgo. If you need to distance yourself from others for a while, then do so.

LIBRA Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, others feel you’re giving off some high-strung vibes this week, and they wouldn’t be wrong. Something is weighing on your shoulders. Figure out what it is and lighten the load.

SCORPIO Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you’re dishing out

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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; 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

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for the Rest of Us by Matt 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.

all sorts of sage advice but it may be frustrating if others don’t want to take it. All you can do is offer and let others lead their lives.

SAGITTARIUS 23/Dec 21

Things may be a little rough around the edges lately, and you’ll need to gure out the ways to smooth things over, Sagittarius. Find a few friends who are in your corner.

CAPRICORN Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, emphasize a slow and methodical approach to a problem with an elusive solution. Slowing things down has a tendency to provide substantial clarity.

AQUARIUS Jan 21/Feb 18

Disagreements on how to move forward could bring tension at home or work this week, Aquarius. Everyone needs to put their ideas on the table and whittle down the best answer.

PISCES 19/Mar 20

Don’t compare yourself to others, Pisces; otherwise, you may downplay all of your wonderful attributes. Be proud of who you are.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

MAY 21

Kevin Quinn, Actor (26)

MAY 22

Daniel Bryan, Wrestler (42)

MAY 23

James Charles, Instagram star (24)

MAY 24

Mark Ballas, Dancer (37)

MAY 25

Brec Bassinger, Actress (24)

MAY 26

Lenny Kravitz, Singer (59)

MAY 27

Paul Bettany, Actor (52)

The th An nual atriot olf ournament Will e He ld t he Fa irways f Ha lfmoon

MECHANICVILLE - 17 Johnson Rd. Mechanicville

N.Y. Saturday July 22nd . Registration will begin at 8:00 a.m., shotgun start 9:00 a.m., 4-person scramble, $500 per team/$125 per individual which includes 18 holes with cart, continental breakfast, lunch at the turn, buffet dinner; raffles, team and individual prizes. Any participant who brings five donated items for the program will receive five free raffle tickets (excludes grand prize). See http://www.operationadoptasoldier.org for a list of items needed.

All proceeds will go to Operation-Adopt-a-Soldier, a non-profit volunteer organization in Saratoga Springs who send packages to our service men, women and families stationed overseas as well as helping veterans at home. Their motto is “YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN”

All reservations must be received no later than Wednesday, July 12th. For more information contact Louise Maynard 518-728-7610, email lpmaynard348@ yahoo.com or Jackie Capone 518-649-6709 email jcapone@nycap.rr.com.

Reservations are on first come, first serve basis as the response last year was tremendous. Thanks to all who participated as an abundance of donated items were brought in and over $7,000 was raised.

Charismatic entecost elebration

ALBANY - May 28th, 2023

Location: Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

Eagle and Madison, Albany, NY

Time: 4:30pm Prayer and Praise - Holy Mass 5:00 pm

Presider: Most Reverend Edward B. Scharfenberger

DD Music: Joyful Heart

ALL are Welcome, Bring a friend!

St illwater Su mmer oncert Se ries

STILLWATER - The series will kick off 6/22 and will be every 2nd and 4th Thursday all Summer long. Come check out the jams on the pavilion at Stillwater Post 490 Legion; 1 Legion Road, Stillwater NY! Start time is 6:30PM. Bring a lawn chair, a snack, sit back, relax and enjoy the tunes. Doc Benson Band (6/22), Hale Mountain (7/13), Washington County Line (7/27), Bale Kicker (8/10), Sean Lyons (8/24)

Clifton ark habad ewish omen s ircle

Will Ho st ts 5th An nual ewish omen s

Gala

MALTA - 5pm on Sunday, June 11th at the Hyatt Place, Malta.

The Hakhel themed event will feature a gourmet kosher dinner, raffle auction and guest speaker Mrs. Elisheva Liberman. The event committee is Rivi Bahir, Beverly Fox, Alyla Goldman, Irina Feygin, Debi Rous and Layne Zagorski.

Courvert is $20 before June 4th, and $25 after. RSVP and raffle ticket purchases can be made at www.cliftonparkchabad.com. For more information, contact Leah at cliftonparkchabad@gmail.com or 518-495-0779.

Capital istrict hevrolet lub Car, St reet Ro d nd ruck Sh ow 023

COLONIE - The Capital District Chevrolet Club announces our 40th Annual All Make, Year, & Model - Car, Street Rod and Truck Show 2023 (Sunday) June 25, 2023. The Show will be located at Cook’s Park off of Shambrook Pkwy in the Village of Colonie, NY. The Show will run from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (Rain or Shine) located off of NY Rte. 5 and Lincoln Ave, 1/2 mile from Exit 2W of I87. Registration from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM is $20 per vehicle and free to walk-ins including their parking. Vendors $20 Prior to June24, 2023 - Show day $25. Food, and beverage available with DJ music all day. The Show is on the Grass. Two (2) “Best of Show” trophies chosen by the Club and 35 others chosen by the Participants in the show. Door Prizes, 50/50, goody bags to the first 150 vehicles as well as dash plaques. A portion of the proceeds are forwarded to “The NE Regional Food Bank”, “The Patriot Flight” for our veterans, and the “Double HH - Hole in the Wall Ranch” for our challenged children. No preregistration only by vendors (Cash only for all transactions). General Info: Phil (518) 429-0203, Vendors: Karen (518) 281-8333, Membership: Pete (518) 496-9017.

My asthenia ravis Su pport roup

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.

International rotherhood f Ma gicians

Me etings

LATHAM - Are you fascinated by the mystery and wonder of magic? Do you have a desire to learn the art of illusion? Look no further than the International Brotherhood of Magicians! Our group meets on the 4th Tuesday of every month at the Latham Firehouse at 226 Old Loudon Rd. in Latham, NY at 7:00 PM. Our meetings are filled with fun, fellowship, and lots of tricks of the trade. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, our group welcomes all levels of skill and experience. Join us today and let’s bring the magic to life!