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Bulletin Board Maple in April Festival Hadley Looking For Vendors Offering Crafts, Art, Antique dealers, LocalProduce, Meats & Cheese, Wines, NonProfit Organizations &Businesses Advertising their Services. Saturday & Sunday, April27 & 28, 2013, 9 am - 4 pm.Register for a 10ʼx10ʼ space $25 for one day, $40 for two daysplus $5 tent security. Well-Advertised & Visible Event – Car,Truck, & Cycle Shows, French Toast Breakfast, Music, KidsʼActivities, Food, Bounce Houses, Bicycle & Train rides, HobbyTrain displays, and Pet Parade. Vendor application:www.HadleyBusinessAssociation.nethttp://www.hadleybusinessassociation.net/

Art, Wine, Hors d’oeuvres, and Violin music by Tim Wechgelaer at Library Art Reception The Stony Creek Free Library is inviting you to come view art,enjoy wine, treats, and the violin music of Tim Wechgelaer at theStony Creek Library Art show held Thursday, February 21, from7 to 9pm. Approximately 20 local artists will exhibit their fine art and originallydesigned crafts. For more information call 518-6965911. The Stony Creek Free Library is located at 37 Harrisburg Rd.,Stony Creek, NY 12878. Library hours are Monday and Wednesday 5 to 9pm, Tuesday and Thursday 1 to 5:30pm, and Saturday 9 to 12.

Wednesday Crafters Resumes The Wednesday Crafters at Simpson UMC, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls (.4 mi south of Rt. 29), follows the Ballston Spa School District schedule for vacations and school closing days. All crafters and hobbyists are invited to bring their latestproject and drop in any time between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. onWednesdays. No ability level, attendance, or church affiliationrequired. Bring a bag lunch or partake our light refreshments. Stay an hour or the day, whatever works for your schedule. Any questions, please contact Laura at 885-5286. p.m.

FREE CONCERT RESCHEDULED Michael Jerling’s rescheduled performance will be held on Friday, February 22 from 7-9 p.m. at the Town Hall in StonyCreek. Jerling is a singer/songwriter who holds the distinction ofhaving been among the winners of the prestigious “New Folk”competition at the

Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas. He displays his first-rate lyrical sense and impressive musicianship - borrowingfrom blues, rock, country and R&B. His baritone voice isaccompanied by the upright bass, played by Tony Markellis andthe ancient reed organ, played by Teresina Huxtable. This concert is sponsored by the Stony Creek Free Library and is the second of four scheduled concerts in a winter concert series.

Katherine M. Dier Promoted to Senior VP GLENS FALLS/BOLTON LANDING – Glens Falls National Bank and Trust Company has announced the promotion of Branch Services Division Head Katherine M. Dier to Senior Vice President. Ms. Dier joined the Bank in 1986 as a teller and has held various roles within Branch Services during her 27-year career, including Branch Manager for multiple offices, Saratoga Branch Banking Manager, and Branch Division Manager. In her current role as Branch Services Division Head, she oversees management and operations of all of our banking offices. Active in the community, Ms. Dier is a member of the Lake George Association and a volunteer with the Helpers Fund in Chestertown and the South Glens Falls Holiday Parade. She is a past member of the Hudson Falls Rotary Club. Ms. Dier resides in Bolton Landing with her husband, Michael S. Dier. (P)

Health Fair CAPITAL REGION – Taking Control of Our Health is the theme of the PEF Region 8 Women’s Program’s fifth annual health fair. The health fair, which is free and open to the public, will feature workshops on healthy living, chiropractic care, cancer care, information from the American Heart Association, and Zumba instructions. There will also be a raffle and vendor giveaways. The event is being held Saturday, March 2, from 9am-1pm at the New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) headquarters at 800 Troy-Schenectady Road in Latham, where there is ample parking. There is a healthy lunch option for $10, if you plan to attend, please make a reservation by calling Andrea Coton at (518) 785-1900 x228 by February 27. Checks made payable to PEF. (P)

Retired Teachers Association to Meet SARATOGA COUNTY – The Saratoga Springs Retired

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Bulletin Board Teachers Association will meet on Monday, March 4, at noon at Longfellows, Route 9P, Saratoga Springs.

The Association is open to all retired educators who taught and/or live in Saratoga County. For membership information, call 587-5356. (P)

Wine Down, for a cause CAPITAL REGION – On March 2 the Saratoga Winery will be hosting the Wine Down, for a cause in support of Simplifying Lives, for a cause which provides cleaning services to cancer patients. The mission of Simplifying Lives, for a cause is to make it easier for cancer patients to manage their everyday lives while undergoing treatment. Wine Down, for a cause will include a tasting of wines from The Saratoga Winery, hors d’oeuvres and desserts from Old Daley Inn Catering at Saratoga Polo, along with live music by Leanna Pace along with raffles. Tickets are $35 a person and must be purchased by February 26; available at www.simplifyinglives.org. (P)

Beginning Soccer Program STILLWATER – Registration is underway for the Stillwater Area Community Center’s Beginning Soccer Program for children grades pre-k to 1st. Registration deadline is February 22. The program will be held at 9-10am in the old gym on the following dates: February 24, March 10,17,24, & April 7, 14. Please note that the dates have changed since the original announcement. The fee is $30. Each child will receive a T-shirt and a medal. In addition, each child is asked to bring their own size 3 soccer ball and water bottle. The program will be coached by Bobby Flike. Registration forms are available at SACC or online at www.StillwaterAreaCommunityCenter.org . For More information, contact Bobby Flike at 605-0590 or Shay Valigorsky at 664-2515 x10 or svaligorsky@sacc1.org. (P)

Elks Charity Bingo Night CLIFTON PARK – The Clifton Park Elks Lodge #2466 holds bingo every Thursday evening (except major holidays). There are a wide range of games including a progressive jackpot & ‘bonus ball’. Proceeds benefit the Lodges’ Charity Programs. The Lodge is located at 695 MacElroy Road, Clifton Park. Admission is $3 plus game cards (various prices). Doors open at 6pm and the first game starts promptly at 7pm. Re-

freshments are available for sale. For additional information visit www.cliftonparkelks.com or call (518) 877-5200. (P)

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 234 to Meet BALLSTON SPA – The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 234 Ballston Spa/Schuylerville will be meeting on March 4 at 7pm at 23 Pleasant St., Ballston Spa. The Auxiliary will be raising the dues for our Junior Members to $6. All members are welcome and anyone interested in joining can email me at abulling9916@ gmail.com (P)

Congress on your Corner BALLSTON – The office of Congressman Paul Tonko will be holding Mobile Office Hours on Friday, February 22, noon to 4pm at the Ballston Town Hall, 323 Charlton Road. Staff will be available to provide assistance with navigating the federal government and its agencies. No appointment is needed. For more information, call 465-0700. (P)

Addition to Museum Pass Program CLIFTON PARK – The Friends of the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library are pleased to announce a new addition, the FASNY Museum of Firefighting, to our Museum Pass Program, which totals 9 museums. The FASNY Museum of Firefighting is located in Hudson, New York. A family of four (2 adults, 2 children) can present the Museum pass card upon arrival and receive free admission to the FASNY Museum of Firefighting. Explore 50,000 square feet with 90 fire engines and fire related artifacts on exhibit. The Museum is a veritable “A” to “Z” of antique fire apparatus for your enjoyment and contemplation. It is the nation’s foremost repository of firefighting history.

Library Cardholders in good standing who live in the Library District and are 18 years of age or older may now check out membership museum passes for nine museums at no cost; occasionally, there may be a charge for a special exhibit. Museum passes may be borrowed for 3 days. For more information about each museum, inquire at the “Ask a Librarian” Desk at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library. (P)

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Bulletin Board MALTA – The Malta Malta Ridge Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary is sponsoring a March Madness Garage Sale on Saturday, March 16, from 10am-3pm at the main firehouse at the corner of Route 9 and Hearn Road. Try our homemade soups and desserts.

There will also be an Easter basket raffle. (P)

family style. Cost: $10 for Adults; $5 for Children 5-10 years of age; and Free for Children under 5 years of age. To reserve tickets, call 664-7984 or purchase at door. Take-outs available. Handicapped accessible.

Church is located between the Blockhouse and the bridge. We are asking those who attend to bring a food item for our local Food Pantry which is in need.

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Free Training for Contractors & Landlords

36th Annual Marathon Dance

March Madness Garage Sale

WARREN COUNTY – Cornell Cooperative Extension is offering free training through a grant-funded program for contractors and landlords who work with common renovation, repair, and painting that disturb lead-based paint (like sanding, cutting, replacing windows, and more). The EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Initial Training Class is a required federal program for anyone who is paid to perform work that disturbs paint in housing and child occupied facilities built before 1978. RRP Initial classes are 8 hours and include a light breakfast and lunch. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required.

Registration forms can be found on Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County’s website at http:// www.ccealbany.com/and can be faxed or mailed.

For more information, contact Nancy at NKL1@cornell.edu and 518-765-3521 or Lisa at LKC29@cornell. edu and 518-765-3512. Registration is also available online at http://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm. (P)

Charlie’s Book Club STILLWATER – Join us for Stillwater Free Library Charlie’s Book Club on March 8 at 7pm. Coffee, tea, books, and good friends…sound good? Then come to Charlie’s Book Club for a discussion of non-fiction books.

This month we are reading Moonwalking with Einstein

by Joshua Foer. (P)

Church to Host Annual Ham Dinner STILLWATER – Stillwater United Presbyterian Church, 747 Hudson Ave., Stillwater (between Blockhouse and bridge) is hosting its family-style Ham Dinner from 5-6:30pm on Thursday, February 21 in their Fellowship Hall. Menu includes ham, raisin sauce, applesauce, home baked beans, mashed potatoes, carrots ala orange, coleslaw, rolls, pie and beverage served

GLENS FALLS – The 36th Annual South High Marathon Dance will be held March 1 and 2 at the South Glens Falls Senior High School. Opening ceremonies begin at 7pm on Friday. The Marathon Dance is a student run function that aims to raise money for individuals, families, and organizations in need of financial assistance. With nearly 80% of the school’s population attending this two-day event, the goal of the students is to try to break last year’s record of raising over $396,000! Community members can donate to the dance in a variety of ways. Each of the 800 students participating is required to collect a min. of $150. In addition to monies collected by the students, members of the community and business owners can donate items to be auctioned during the dance itself.

This event is open to the public from 7pm-10:30pm on Fri., March 1 and any time after 6:30am on Sat., March 2. For more information, please visit website at www.shmd.org (P)

2013 Installation Banquet JONESVILLE – The Jonesville Volunteer Fire Department recently held their annual Installation Banquet at The Vista in Clifton Park. Saratoga Country Deputy Fire Coordinator, Paul Parker swore in the officers of the Fire Department and Fire Company. Chiefs and Line Officers sworn into office for 2013: Louis J. Pasquarell Jr., Chief; Patrick J. Champagne, 1st Assistant Chief; Kenneth Graves, 2nd Assistant Chief; William Adams, Captain; Amy Price, Captain: Tony Simmons, Captain: .Nick Higgins. Lieutenant; Don Horan, Lieutenant; Chris Schongar, Lieutenant. Robert Shea, Safety Officer, Steve Sweet, Safety Officer; Dan Erno, Safety Officer; Craig Lewis Engineer: TJ Costigan, Engineer, Justin Russell, Engineer: and Bill Dell’Anno, Engineer.

Fire Police Officers sworn in were Gary Braglia, Captain, and Barbara McHugh, Lieutenant. Company Officers sworn into service were: Jason Beach, Presi-

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Bulletin Board dent; William Mackesey, Vice-President; David Stauber, Secretary; and Craig Lewis, Treasurer. In addition to the Installation of new Officers, years of service pins were awarded to the following: 5 years of service: AJ Baker, Gary Braglia, Gary Coyle Sr., Geoff Frey, Ken Graves, Joe Gulyas, Dave Higgins and Bill Mackesey; 15 years of service: Greg Amyot; 20 years of service: Joe Champagne, PJ Champagne, Steve Sweet and Bud Taylor; 35 years of service: Dan Wheeler; 45 years of service: Bill Beighey and 50 years of service: Richard Horstman. Top Ten Certificates were presented to the top ten firefighters with a special award presented to Jim Miller for Top Firefighter with 599 calls to duty in 2012. The Chief’s Award was presented to Michael Murphy. The Dedication Award was presented to Gary Coyle Sr. for service to both the Company and the Department, and the President’s Award was presented to Charlie Willoughby. (P)

Library Sponsors Raffle for “Peter Pan” at Proctors WATERFORD – The Friends of the Waterford Public Library is sponsoring a raffle for four tickets (lower floor seating) to the performance of “Peter Pan,” starring Cathy Rigby, at Proctors Theater on April 11 at 7:30pm. Valued at $200, the tickets are for lower-floor seating. Raffle tickets are priced at $1 each or six for $5 and are available by telephoning Laura Mara at (518) 235-7985. The drawing for the tickets will be held on March 23 at noon at the Waterford Public Library.

The Friends of the Waterford Public Library work with the Library Director and Library Trustees to support and advance the services and goals of the Library.

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Upstate NY Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) Meeting CAPITAL REGION – Dr. Andrew Dubin, Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, will discuss neuropathic pain. Saturday, March 23, 10:30am-12:30pm at East Greenbush Community Library, 10 Community Way, East Greenbush (next to the YMCA). To reserve a seat please RSVP to upstatenycmt@gmail.com Upstate NY Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) meetings are free and open to the public. (P)

“10 Keys to Healthy Eating” SARATOGA SPRINGS – Jacqueline Hauf, Health & Wellness Engineer, presents a lecture on “10 Keys to Healthy Eating” on Thursday, February 28, from 6-7pm at Myrtle Street Obstetrics & Gynecology, 58 Myrtle Street, Saratoga Springs. Confused about which foods are good for you and which to avoid? Join Jacqueline and discover the best foods to eat for you optimum health. You’ll also learn what to really look for on food labels, why the foods you are eating could be making you hungry, and how changing one common ingredient can help you lose weight, boost your energy and prevent disease. This class is free and open to the public. Space is limited, so please RSVP at info@jacquelinehauf.com. (P)

$1,000 Scholarships to be Awarded SCHAGHTICOKE – The Rensselaer County Agricultural and Horticultural Society, otherwise known as The Schaghticoke Fair announces today that up to ten $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to current New York State high school seniors and/or students currently enrolled in college. The New York State Association of Agricultural Fairs and the New York State Showpeople’s Association (NYSSA) sponsor the scholarships. The qualifying students must be active at the Schaghticoke Fair or with the NYSSA. All applicants from Rensselaer County must submit their applications through the Schaghticoke Fair or the NYSSA no later than Friday, April 12, 2013. Information is available at the Schaghticoke Fair office, 69 Stillwater Bridge Road, Schaghticoke, NY 12154, through Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County and from local high school guidance offices. Applications must be printed and completed from the website, www. nyfairs.org/Scholarship. For more information, contact the Schaghticoke Fair office at 753-4411, x13. (P)

Lenten All-You-Can-Eat Soup Supper MECHANICVILLE – Home Cooked Lenten All-You-CanEat Soup Supper on March 2, 4:30pm, at All Saints-onthe Hudson Mechanicville Parish Center. Proceeds go to “Works of Mercy Fund” of the parish for the needy.

Cost: $7 (under age 12: Free). Price includes variety of soups, salad, bread, dessert and beverage. Take-out available at $7 a quart. (P)

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Bulletin Board Adirondack Sports & Fitness Summer Expo

afterthefire.org for more information. (P)

SARATOGA SPRINGS – Everything you need for summer sports! It’s the eighth annual Adirondack Sports & Fitness Summer Expo at the Saratoga Springs City Center. Hours are Saturday from 10am-5pm and Sunday from 10am-4pm. Admission is free! Come to the Capital Region’s only running, cycling, triathlon, paddling, hiking, healthy living and travel show featuring 120 exhibitors, sales on gear/clothing, paddling demos, seminars and fun family activities. On-water demos will take place all weekend in the 20-by-30 foot pool, featuring kayaking, canoeing, whitewater paddling, and the fast-growing sport of SUP and SUP yoga (stand up paddling). The clinics, led by Adirondack Mountain Club members, include capsize recovery, rescue and rolling, a kids’ “Try Paddling” session and whitewater paddling. A variety of seminars will be led

by Adirondack Sports & Fitness magazine contributing writers and regional experts. The Regional Food Bank will be on hand to collect food and monetary donations over the weekend. Attendees with donations increase their chances of winning prizes. For more information, please call (518) 877-8788, visit AdkSports. com, or go to facebook.com/AdirondackSports. (P)

Spaghetti and Meatball Dinner

After The Fire Receives Donation SARATOGA COUNTY – After The Fire has received a generous donation from the employees of Ballston Spa National Bank. Annually, employees of BSNB make donations and select a non-profit organization to receive their donations. After The Fire was chosen to receive the most recent donation, and Vice President Kathy Hedgeman accepted a check from Christine Kernochan, Senior Sales & Service Associate and Tanya Baker, Sales & Service Associate, for which we are most grateful. After The Fire helps Saratoga County residents who have suffered a loss due to fire. The organization exists entirely on donations and is comprised totally of volunteers, which are desperately needed. Families are provided with gift cards, personal care items, clothing, Red Cross referral, informational material, emotional support - whatever is needed to help the family through an extremely emotional situation. Anyone interested in becoming a member is invited to attend our next meeting on Tues., February 26 at 7pm at Eagle Matt Lee Fire House on Washington St. in Ballston Spa. Visit www.

CLIFTON PARK – Boy Scout Troop 45 is hosting an allyou-can-eat Spaghetti and Meatball Dinner from 5-7:30pm on Saturday, March 9, at the Shenendehowa United Methodist Church in Clifton Park. The church is located on Route 146 (2 mi. west of I87Northway –Exit 9) directly across from the entrance to the Shenendehowa School District Campus. The Dinner Menu includes spaghetti, meatballs, salad, bread, dessert, and beverage. No reservations are required. Take-out is available. Cost is $8 for Adults; $6 for children ages 4-10; children under 3 are free; and there is a maximum family cost of $25. Proceeds benefit the Boy Scout Troop in the procurement of equipment and providing financial assistance to needy Scouts for summer camp and trips. For more information call 348-1238. (P)

Polish Dinner SARATOGA SPRINGS – Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161 presents a Polish Dinner on Wed., February 27 from 4:30-7pm. Menu: Kielbasa, sauerkraut, stuffed cabbage, pierogi, potato pancakes, applesauce, rolls & butter, dessert, coffee & tea. Adults: $10; Seniors & Military: $9; Children ages 5-12: $6; Children under age 5: Free. All takeouts: $10. The Lodge is located at 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs. (P)

GriefShare CLIFTON PARK – GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. $15 registration includes workbook. Scholarships available. Sundays (beginning March 10, 2013), 6-8pm, Clifton Park Center Baptist Church, 713 Clifton Park Center Rd. 3716023. (P)

6th Annual Celtic Jam CAPITAL REGION – The Scotia-Glenville Pipe Band is proud to announce their Sixth Annual Celtic Jam at 7pm on Friday, March 8, in the Scotia-Glenville High School Auditorium, Scotia. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Capital Region’s very own world-class, awardwinning youth pipe band. Admission is “Pay What

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Bulletin Board You Can” with all proceeds benefiting the ScotiaGlenville Pipe Band programs. Last August, the Pipe Band placed first in their division at the World Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow, Scotland. Founded in 1989 as an enhancement to the Scotia-Glenville School District’s Scottish heritage, the Scotia-Glenville Pipe Band has evolved and become a private nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization. The band’s mission is to teach and develop youth pipers and drummers to achieve excellence in competition and performance through the pipe band idiom. Promoting the values of dedication, hard work, and commitment to a musical team are priorities with the goal of becoming a first-rate competitive band. Current band members represent many communities in the Capital Region, as well as Vermont and Massachusetts. For more information, visit the website at www.sgpipeband.com. (P)