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Summer travel rush has begun in state Vacationers not deterred by higher gas, hotel, plane ticket costs By RICK KARLIN
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COLONIE - Join Colonie Senior Service Centers (CSSC) on Thursday, June 9 at 5:00 p.m. for their fourth free community concert entitled World Concert Series – Music for the Ages. June is dedicated to German music, culture and cuisine with the Accord-A-Tones. The Accord-A-Tones is made up of Becky and Herb Liebenhagen of Cohoes, a husband and wife team who play authentic International music, specializing in German Folk Music. With Becky of clarinet and Herb on the accordion, it is time to pull out your Lederhosen and dancing shoes. Taking place at The Beltrone Living Center, 6 Winners Circle in Colonie, this community event is possible with the generous support from the New York State Council on the Arts and the Arts Center for the Capital Region. CSSC’s goal is to create a safe, festive, welcoming venue that individuals can appreciate live local talent. The event is open to the public free of charge with doors opening at 5:00 p.m., a complete ala carte German menu is available for purchase by Mazzone Please see GERMAN 6
“Know before you go” was a phrase in use at the height of the pandemic two years ago as travelers were urged to double-check their accommodations and transit options before heading off on trips away from home. While many of the pandemic restrictions and rules have since eased, travelers during the upcoming summer season and beyond would still be well-advised to check things out. This time, though, they should be prepared for sharply higher prices, especially for gas, hotel rooms and airfares, and the return of crowds. “We’re paying for the pent-up demand,” said Jean Gagnon, of Latham’s Plaza Travel. Plane or hotel reservations for Memorial Day weekend, she said, had already been made by people months ago. And now, travelers who may
want to go somewhere on Labor Day, at the end of the summer, should be making their plans. “Flights are full,” she said. “It’s a very tumultuous situation,” remarked Bob Provost, president and CEO at the New York State Tourism Industry Association. To be sure, the metrics for tourism/travel in New York haven’t surpassed pre-pandemic numbers. But the decline from earlier years has been slashed by more than half. “The pace of recovery for the state overall has escalated,” said Provost, a former Times Union marketing executive. Statewide, the numbers are tilted because of New York City. A top 10 global attraction, the city is still struggling with staff shortages at restaurants and hotels and a lack of international travelers. Ready to spend? No matter where you are going, prepare to pay more to reach your destination and to sleep there. According to the national AAA, even the lowest airfares are up 6 percent over last year, while
midrange hotels are up 43 percent. Car rental costs are up a shock-inducing 170 percent and, of course, gas is up 51 percent. Nationally, a gallon of regular gas sold for an average of $3.03 a year ago compared to $4.60 as of this week, according to AAA. In New York this week gas averaged $4.93 per gallon, with Capital Region prices averaging $4.88 and New York City at $5.05. Airfares are climbing out of sight. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Consumer Price Index, airfares have jumped 33 percent year to year. From March to April of this year alone, they rose 18.6 percent, which was the steepest one-month jump ever. “Based on our projections, summer travel isn’t just heating up, it will be on fire. People are overdue for a vacation and they are looking to catch up on some much-needed R&R in the coming months,” said Paula Twidale, senior vice president at AAA. Overall, AAA predicts that
39.2 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home this weekend, an 8 percent increase over last year. One group that won’t be catching up, though, are visitors from abroad. Provost noted that continued COVID test requirements for international flights into the U.S., as well as turmoil in Europe stemming from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, have seriously dented overseas tourism to the U.S. and will likely continue through the summer. Moreover, harsh COVID lockdowns, a souring economy, and troubled relations with the U.S. has led to a drop-off in visitors from China, which had until recently been a growing source of tourism revenue in the states, especially in New York City. Even Canadians are hesitant to return right away, said Gina Mintzer, executive director at the Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce & Convention and Visitors Bureau. The Queen of American Lakes and the Adirondacks have long
been popular travel spots for Canadian vacationers. “It’s not like the floodgates of Canadian visitors have come back,” Mintzer said, explaining that there were fewer-than-average Quebec and Ontario-based visitors to Lake George over the three-day Victoria Day holiday. “There is still some trepidation,” she said. Lake George, though, will see some extra help in the village’s restaurants, hotels and other attractions. After a pandemic interruption, foreign exchange students are “back in full force,” said Mintzer. Some 900 college students on J1 educational/ cultural visas from countries as varied as Turkey, Jamaica and the Philippines will be working there in the summer. And like they did during the height of the pandemic, promoters of Lake George and upstate in general are quick to point out that many tourist spots upstate are just a few hours from the downstate/ New York City area. “We’re still just a tank away,” said Mintzer.
N. J. auto dealer buys up Fuccillo locations Billy Fuccillo’s son has been selling off group’s dealerships since his father’s death in 2021 By LARRY RULISON
COLONIE - Another high-energy car salesman with a funny catchphrase is taking over many of the local Fuccillo auto dealerships. Walid “Wally” Darwish, an up-and-coming auto dealer based in New Jersey, has purchased many of the Fuccillo locations in the Capital Region and other parts of upstate. Fuccillo has been selling off its dealerships since the 2021 death of Billy Fuccillo, the former Syracuse football player who created a car marketing empire with his trademark “yuuuuuuge-jahhh,” or “huge,” tag line at the end of commercials. Fuccillo, which is now owned by Billy Fuccillo’s son, sold four local dealerships to Darwish recently. Terms of the deal were not announced, although county real estate records indicate that Darwish secured tens of millions of dollars in mortgages for the properties. The stores include those in East Green-bush, Colonie and Amsterdam. Darwish, with a colorful personality like Fuccillo, has his own snappy catchphrase based on his nickname Wally: “Whoohoo!” The sales were first reported locally by the Albany Business Review, although TV stations in other markets were Fuccillo operated and a national trade magazine were the first to report the original transactions. Darwish could not immediately be reached for comment, but the company disclosed the purchase in an April 29 post on Facebook, including on the page for the former Fuccillo Ford of East Greenbush. Now, it’s Wally’s Ford of East Greenbush. “Joining forces with a company as passionate about selling and servicing vehicles as we are, is what takes us into the next chapter of our
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Hoffman Car Wash Bolsters Food Supplies for Local Food Pantries Free Car Wash with Food Donation on June 4th-5th CAPITAL DISTRICT - For the first time in 2022, the staff at Hoffman Car Wash will be collecting non-perishable food items to support local area food pantries. On Saturday, June 4, and Sunday, June 5, Hoffman Car Wash will provide a free Ultimate car wash with a food donation. Hoffman Car Wash has partnered with 14 different food pantries to provide much-needed assistance for families and individuals in need. Each Hoffman location will donate the collected items to a food pantry in its neighborhood. This year’s pantries include The Anchor Food Pantry (East Greenbush) Bethlehem Food Pantry (Delmar) Captain Community Human Services (Clifton Park) The Food Pantries of the Capital District (Colonie) Forest Bathing at Pine Hollow, 6/27, $15/$20 Flower Farm Visit, 6/30, $5/$10
THE CENTER at Colonie Senior Service Centers Announces June Classes and Events COLONIE - 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! Prices are listed as member and not-yet-member. Price listed are member/ non-member. Please note, proof of vaccination is required for all events. June Art Events include: Swedish Weaving with Sandra Feck, 6/7 & 6/14, $29/$39 Decoupage Memory Tray, 6/8, $12/$15 Rubber Stamping Art, 6/14, $10/$15 Tissue Paper Stained Glass Windows, 6/22, Free for members June Travel Events include: Tour of The Mount, 6/2, $42/$52 Wine Tasting at Sabba, 6/10. $22/$32 Tour of Saratoga Battlefield, 6/14, $22/$32 TriCity Valley Cats Game, 6/15, $20/$30 Kayak on the Schoharie Creek, 6/21, $43/$53
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Almost Time to Receive the Torah Anew for the 3335th Time CLIFTON PARK - Clifton Park Chabad will host a Shavuot Dairy Brunch at 10:00 am on Sunday, June 5th. We will hear the Ten Commandments, enjoy dairy brunch (lots of non-dairy options, too!) & desserts & of course ice cream galore! There will be a special presentation from the children, our Torah guarantors! The event will take place at Clifton Park Chabad, in a large outdoor tent.RSVP required at www.cliftonparkchabad.com.
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Esse Saperstein To Discuss Life as a Jew On The Spectrum In Talk at B’nai Sholom CAPITAL DISTRICT Jesse Saperstein, popular author, advocate for people with autism and a motivational speaker, will discuss his experiences as a Jew living on the autism spectrum in a talk at B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation Friday, June 3, during the congregation’s Shabbat service. The service begins at 7 p.m. and will be offered in-person and streamed via Zoom. B’nai Sholom is at 420 Whitehall Road, Albany, New York.
Current B’nai Sholom policy for attending events in person is that masks are strongly recommended regardless of vaccination status, though this is subject to change as the COVID situation continues to evolve. For more information and to attend via Zoom, contact B’nai Sholom: office@bnaisholom.albany. ny.us or 518-482-5283.
An Evening of Entertainment with The Tavern Jammers at the Historic Grooms Tavern CLIFTON PARK - Join us for a special evening of music on Friday, June 3, 2022 at 7:00pm. The Grooms Tavern Jammers will bring back a bit of the past, playing familiar songs to young, and old. Come listen and join them in an evening of singing gentle music of Bluegrass. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 518-3716667. Please park in the lot behind the Tavern off of Grooms Rd. - 290 Sugarhill and Grooms Road.
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Green Island Rod and Gun Club Will Hold The 15th Annual Gene Bahan Memorial Fishing Derby SCHAGHTICOKE On June 4th. Starting 8:00 AM - 12:00 Noon. Kids - 16 Free 17 + $5.00 All Children Supervised by Parent or Guarding at all Times.Only live bait allowed is Worms. No pets allowed,No camping at pond
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Celebrate Our 46th Year Of Celebrating Pentecost at The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception ALBANY - June 5th. 2022; 4:30 pm Prayer and Praise; 5:00 pm Mass begins Presider: Rev. Martin Fisher Location: 125 Eagle Street, Albany, NY All are welcome. Come and join us and received the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Contact Information: Jack Ellsbury, 518-3346503
The Festival Celebration Choir, and Ecumenical Chorus, Will Present Their Spring Concert, Entitled “Raise A Psalm” ALBANY - Sunday, June 5, 2022, at 3:00 pm at the First Lutheran Church of Albany at 181 Western Ave, Albany 12203. This choir has been in existence for 30 years (not counting the two years we were “down” due to COVID) and is under the direction of Julie Panke. The accompanist is Daniel White. Interpretations of biblical psalms will be presented
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MECHANICVILLE Professional Painter and Instructor Jane C. Morrison will provide direction to use acrylic paints for you to replicate a lovely seascape scene. Use your inspiration to “make it your own.” Refreshments will be served. Space is limited, so please reserve early. The time, date and place are Tuesday, June 7th at 6 pm in the Classroom at St. Luke’s on the Hill, 40 McBride Road, Off Pruyn Hill Road, Town of Halfmoon, Mechanicville, 12118 (for GPS). There will be a nominal fee for materials (paint, brushes, and canvas) and instruction. Call 518-664-4834 for details and your reservation or use email: slonthehill@ gmail.com Like Us on Facebook, https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:// www.stlukesonthehill. org__;!!Ivohdkk!mmk2no_hTVP20AQfX2dJ3YjTOw8pOMmMBjEW56pL5ahMPdDqV1G-XEF8O7G2fSjHuSkDk3YJgC4E_T2A7t90gSFt6_ cuTAfVWSk$
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Volunteers are Needed as Tutors, Reading Mentors and Special Events Workers CAPITAL DISTRICT - Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County needs volunteers in Albany County and Rensselaer County. Anyone who is interested can attend a free information session on Tuesday, June 7 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. via Zoom. To register, contact mhellerlvorc@aol.com. LVORC trains volunteer tutors to be paired with adult learners; reading mentors for Everybody WINS! Power Lunch; math tutors and computer tutors. We also welcome one-time events volunteers. As a volunteer you can develop new skills, make friends, and see how your efforts make a difference in your community. For more information, visit www.lvorc.org
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Clifton Park Jewish Women’s Circle Will Host its 14th Annual Gala CLIFTON PARK - Sunday, June 12th at 5pm “Journey on Thin Ice” will be the talk by guest speaker, Mrs. Mor Greenberg. We will come together for a fun afternoon, celebrating the Jewish woman! We will enjoy a gourmet kosher dinner and some great prizes as a raffle auction. The event will take place at the Clifton Park Senior Center (as well as on Zoom). Couvert: $20 before June 7th, $25 after, RSVP at www. cliftonparkchabad.com! Event committee includes Rivi Bahir, Irina Feygin, Beverly Fox, Alyla Goldman & Layne Zagorski. For more information contact Leah at jwc@cliftonparkchabad.com. This event is part of the Saratoga Jewish Cultural Festival. Mor Greenberg, who will be joining the event virtually, will give a talk, “Journey on Thin Ice” about her life as a competitive figure skater who was born in Israel and grew up in Sydney. She now blogs about everyday life as a mother of four and a wife.
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Q.U.I.L.T., Inc. Monthly Guild Meeting 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 the second Friday of each month (September through June.) We will be holding a General Meeting followed by “Things with Wings” Quilt Challenge and UFO (Unfinished Objects) Challenge on Friday, June 10th 9:45 a.m. at the Delmar Reformed Church (386 Delaware Ave, Delmar, NY) and virtually on Zoom. Visitors welcome. Masks required. Come join our meeting before we take a break for the summer! Please visit www.quiltinc.org for more details.
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NYSCA and MANY Award 102 Partnership Grants Across NYS for Capacity Building CAPITAL DISTRICT - More than $500,000 awarded to NYS Museums in all 10 REDC Regions The Museum Association of New York (MANY) in partnership with the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) awarded $500,981 to 102 grantees to assist New York museums with capacity building. “We thank NYSCA for this partnership and this opportunity to rapidly distribute much-needed funding to New York’s museums,” said Erika Sanger, Executive Director, MANY. This grant partnership with NYSCA was developed in direct response to the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and Partners for Public Good (PPG) study
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complex. Other awardees will update technology to strengthen their community engagement. The Thomas Cole National Historic Site in the Capital Region will update the technology required to present in-person and virtual talks with scholars, artists, and community leaders. The Museum plans on continuing to serve their broadened online audience developed during the pandemic. In the North Country, the Lake Placid-North Elba Historical will use this grant to support leadership in updating the organization’s strategic plan that will focus on developing goals and strategies to increase the institutional capacity and the historical society’s service to the community.
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Come Join Our Amazing Adventure with Vacation Bible School this Summer at First United Methodist Church DELMAR - Students entering 4 yr old Pre-K thru 8th grade and encouraged to join $50 for the first child, $30 any additional child from the same family. Where? First United Methodist Church, 428 Kenwood Ave When? July 25th- July 29th What time? 9am-12pm How to register your student: Go to www.delmarmethodist.org by June 14st! Would you like to volunteer (and have your kids go to VBS for free?) Go to vbsadventure.mycokesburyvbs.com
CLIFTON PARK - Given the growing population of older residents - the last of the Baby Boomers are fast approaching 60 years old - the Senior Services Committee of CAPTAIN Community Human Services is exploring holding a community symposium about needs and gaps in Senior Services in Southern Saratoga County to be held in May of 2023. We are establishing a steering committee to help us design the program including exploring possible speakers for the event and topics to discuss with the attendees. We are inviting any community members who would like to join the steering committee to send a letter of interest to: Francine Rodger, Senior Services Committee Chair, CAPTAIN Community Human Services, 5 Municipal Plaza Suite 3, Clifton Park NY 12065 or email to info@ captaincares.com before June 8th. We welcome all who are interested in planning this event.
Rollin Route 66 Car Show at Quick Response ROUND LAKE - Saturday June 11, 2022 from 10:003:00 pm Rain date: TBD 2077 U.S. 9, Round Lake, NY. Awarding 38 trophies. This show is open to all years and models of cars, trucks, and motorcycles. This year they are offering a “Route 66 Themed” show to take the show to a different level. Dash plaques to the first 200 cars with plenty of activities for the kids: face painting, balloon art, fire trucks etc. DJ Jason La Juene entertaining and guiding you through the day. Registration for show cars is $15 on the day of the show and spectators are free.. More information at: http://www.capitalcarshops.com/QuickResponseRoute66.html
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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 If a difficult problem arises in the days ahead, seek the council of someone older or with more experience, Aries. He or she can guide you accordingly and assuage doubts. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Realize that you may have to tone down your reactions and behaviors this week, Taurus. This will earn the respect of those around you. Others are seeking calm and stability. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Some of your to-do items may need to be postponed this week, Gemini. You simply have too much going on and no wiggle room if projects or meetings run late. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 It could be time to focus on self-improvement, Cancer. Spend a few days figuring out where you can do better. Maybe that’s focusing on spirituality or relationships. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 This is an ideal time to spend with your family, Leo. Plan a grand meal with extended family members and host a reunion of sorts. Catch up and share memories. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, change may be a tad scary at first. But before you know it, you will be an old hand at what you are delving into. Just stick with it until reach your comfort level. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 There may be misunderstandings with others unless you are very clear with your words and intentions, Libra. Watch your tone so things are not misconstrued. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Don’t get too caught up on
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BETHLEHEM - Elisha Powell Hurlbut was highly influential in the Woman Suffrage movement. His persuasive essay “Rights of Woman” was published in 1841 when he was a young attorney working in New York City. In 1847 he was appointed Judge of New York Supreme Court. That same year he married Catherine Van Vechten, a daughter Teunis Van Vechten and Catherine Gansevoort, both prominent Albany families. The couple would go on to have four children together. Due to his ill health, Hurlbut and his family moved
to the country. By the 1860 U.S. Census they were living in Bethlehem, just outside of Albany on the River Road. Inspired by the landscape of his property, he called his estate “Glenmont on the Hudson” originating the name of the modern-day Bethlehem hamlet of Glenmont. While living at Glenmont, Hurlbut continued to think and write about the issues of his day including civil rights, religion and phrenology. His life long interest in Woman Suffrage is indicated with his tenure on New York’s State Suffrage Committee from 1880-1882, some 40 years after his essay was published. Judge Elisha Powell Hurlbut died in 1889 and is buried at Albany Rural Cemetery. Chris Philippo of the Bethlehem Historical Association was instrumental in researching Hurlbut’s life and career. Working with Bethlehem Town Historian Susan Leath, the pair were able to identify the exact location of Hurlbut’s former estate. Philippo, on behalf of BHA, applied to the William C. Pomeroy Foundation for an historic marker grant in connection with the National Votes for Women Trail. The grant was approved and the new marker was recently installed at the foot of Halter Road, the former drive up to the Hurlbut mansion. It is at the corner with River Road in Bethlehem.
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