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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.net.
Wednesday Crafters Resumes The Wednesday Crafters at Simpson UMC, 1089 Rock CityRoad, Rock City Falls (.4 mi south of Rt. 29), follows the BallstonSpa School District schedule for vacations and school closingdays. 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. Anyquestions, please contact Laura at 885-5286 orlauraviolet@nycap.rr.com.
Donate to Simpson UMCʼs Annual Flea Market Got your spring cleaning done et? Start putting aside yourunneeded and usable housewares, tools, toys, crafts,puzzles,and antiques, etc., (sorry, no clothing, electronics, computersor TVs) to donate to Simpson United Methodist Church,1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls, for when we host ourannual Flea Market and Bake Sale on Saturday, April 6, from 8a.m.- 3 p.m. We’ll accept donations on Wednesdays startingFebruary 20 and more frequently in mid March (details to follow).Any questions call Laura Miller at 885-5286 or WelnaStephenson at 885-9316.
“HAIR OF THE DOG” will make their annual appearance at the Greenwich Elks. Best known international, Irish Band w/ Celtic,rock, folk & bluegrass blend on Friday night April 26th- Doorsopen at 6 PM show starts at 8PM- food will be available.Reserved Tables with 10 Advance tickets at $15.00 EA. TAXI willbe FREE up to 10 miles and
also available for hire. Call Cindyat 638-6002 or the stop at the Lodge to pick up your tickets 692-2061. The Country Round & Square Dance Assoc. will host a danceon Sunday, April 7th at the Schuylerville American Legion,Clancy St., meeting 1:30-2pm; buffet 3pm; dance 2-6pm. Bringa dish to share. Music by “Ole Time Country”. Everyone is welcome.Adults $5, 6-17 yrs. $2, under six free. Info: Floyd, 747-6687, Sandy 824-3719.
Women’s Rugby Spring Kickoff & Recruiting Event SARATOGA – Saratoga Women’s Rugby will be holding a Spring Kickoff and Recruiting Event on Saturday, April 6 from 1-4pm at Irish Times, 14 Phila St., Saratoga. We welcome all women 18+ regardless of experience/fitness level. If you’re interested in learning something new, improving your fitness, enjoying social events, and meeting new people then please join us! If you would like more information about the team or the event please contact SWRrecruiting@ gmail.com. (P)
Single Parents of the Capital District Meetup CAPITAL REGION – Calling single parents ages 30’s – 70’s (with young or adult children) - Parents Without Partners (PWP) meets 6:45pm, April 6, for our singles Orientation and Open House at the Shenendehowa Adult Community Center, at Clifton Commons. You are invited to meet other singles from the Capital District, Saratoga and surrounding areas. PWP brings singles together in a fun, supportive, social environment through a variety of monthly activities for parents alone and/or with their children. Children’s activities are subsidized through chapter funds. Learn more at: www.meetup.com/PWP796 or call us at 348-2062. (P)
Cemetery Association Meeting MALTA – The Dunning Street Rural Cemetery Association will hold a meeting on April 2, 7pm, at the Malta Ridge United Methodist Church, Malta Avenue Ext., Malta. Lot owners are encouraged to attend. (P)
Program for Veterans Living with Dementia
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Bulletin Board CLIFTON PARK – What Happens After A Dementia Diagnosis?: Services for Veterans by Lucy Phelps, RN. Do you know a veteran living with dementia? The seminar is an excellent opportunity for caregivers to learn about all the services and benefits offered to veterans living with dementia through The VA. VA services and benefits may assist with improving quality of life for the senior and helping to fund care services. The seminar will be held on April 17 at 6pm at Beacon Pointe Memory Care Community (1 Emma Lane, Clifton Park, NY 12065). Please call Lauren Jacobi, Marketing Director of Beacon Pointe Memory Care Community, at 518-371-2200 to register. Beacon Pointe Memory Care is an assisted living community that specializes in caring for those with memory challenges. The seminar is free and refreshments will be served. (P)
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 234 to Meet BALLSTON SPA/SCHUYLERVILLE – The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 234 Ballston Spa/Schuylerville will be meeting on April 1 at 7pm at 23 Pleasant St., Ballston Spa. Junior member dues will be raised to $6. All members are welcome and anyone interested in joining the Auxiliary can email me at abulling9916@ gmail.com. (P)
Free Movie Night Featuring Spielberg’s Lincoln WATERFORD – The Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center will be hosting a free movie night featuring Spielberg’s “Lincoln” at the Waterford-Halfmoon School Auditorium, 6:30pm on April 19. Free admission! Join us for this award winning depiction of Lincoln’s last three months in office. Refreshments will be on sale to benefit the museum. Waterford-Halfmoon School is located at 125 Middletown Road in Waterford. The Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center is located in the 1830 Hugh White Homestead on Museum Lane in the Town of Waterford. The Museum offers various programs and exhibits year round. For more information about the Museum and its programs please contact the Museum at 238-0809 or check our website www.waterfordmuseum.com (P)
Library Seeks Candidates for Board
Position WATERFORD – The Board of Trustees for the Waterford Public Library is seeking candidates for a position on the Library board. The term of office is five years and eligible candidates must reside within the Waterford Halfmoon Union Free School District. People interested in the position should contact Library Director Tim McDonough for complete information about position requirements. Deadline for applications is April 30. (P)
Book Mark Luncheon SARATOGA SPRINGS – All women are invited to attend a luncheon on Tuesday, April 9, from 12-2pm at Longfellows Restaurant, Rt. 9P Saratoga. Cost is $13 inclusive. Our feature is a Book Exchange. Bring a used book to exchange for one you haven’t read. Our speaker, Teresa Gardner, will speak on “In the Garden of Life, I Wish to be a Rose”. Please call Ellie at 584-3779 or Anita at 583-4043 by April 4. Reservations necessary. No membership or dues required. Presented by Saratoga Christian Women’s Club. (P)
“How to have a good visit” by the Alzheimer’s Association CLIFTON PARK – Do you have a loved one living with dementia and/or Alzheimer’s Disease? The Alzheimer’s Association will share tips and techniques to make your visit with your loved one stress free and fun! Learn dynamic communication techniques and discussion topics to share with your loved one. The seminar will take place on April 2 at 1:30pm at Beacon Pointe Memory Care Community (1 Emma Lane, Clifton Park, NY 12065). Please call Lauren Jacobi, Marketing Director of Beacon Pointe Memory Care Community, at 518-371-2200 to register. Beacon Pointe Memory Care is an assisted living community that specializes in caring for those with memory challenges. The seminar is free and refreshments will be served. (P)
DAR Saratoga Chapter Meeting SARATOGA SPRINGS – DAR Saratoga Chapter Meeting on April 9. 6pm – Dessert at Holiday Inn, Broadway, Saratoga Springs. If you plan on attending, call 584-3468 or email county019@hotmail.com 7pm Program: Highlights about Saratoga History Speaker: Dave Patterson, Saratoga History Teacher.
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Bulletin Board Joy of Writing
Adult Female Mentors Needed
GLENS FALLS – Aspiring Writers and Poets. Come together, write and share with us in a supportive environment. No need to publish, but we will write. All levels of experience welcome! Free ($1 for rent). Join us monthly at our first Thursday morning writers group. The next meeting is Thursday, April 4 from 10am to noon at LARAC in Glens Falls. For information call Kim at 793-1940 or keuka79@juno.com or see www.gfwriters.com. The next session is Thursday, May 2. (P)
SARATOGA REGION – Recently Retired And Looking for Meaningful Volunteer Work? I Am I Can, a mentoring program for girls in grades 9-12, is seeking adult female mentors to work with new students to the program. As a mentor you would spend time with and get to know your student on a one-to-one basis, while developing a relationship that provides support and guidance. If you are recently retired woman looking for some meaningful volunteer work, this may be for you. The organization is currently looking for mentors in the Clifton Park to Glens Falls areas. Immediate needs are to support girls in Hudson Falls, South Glens Fall, Glens Falls and Ballston Spa school districts. If you have time on a weekly or bi-weekly basis and would like to have a positive impact on a girl in your community, please contact Board Member and Founder, Avon Scherff at 688-3010 x102, or email to Avon@ scherffinsurance.com. (A)
Sen. Marchione Seeks Nominees for Hall of Fame CAPITAL REGION – Senator Marchione seeks nominees from the 43rd Senate District to be inducted into New York’s On-Line Veterans’ Hall of Fame to honor and recognize their service to a grateful nation, state and community. Residents throughout the 43rd Senate District – which includes parts of Rensselaer, Saratoga and Washington Counties and all of Columbia County – are invited to nominate veterans as 2013 inductees into the New York State Veterans’ Hall of Fame. The on-line Veterans’ Hall of Fame is designed to pay tribute – and honor the selfless service and personal sacrifice – of New York veterans whose courageous service in America’s Armed Forces is complemented by their service to the community. Applications for the New York State Veterans’ Hall of Fame are due back to Senator Marchione’s office by Sunday, April 14. Nomination forms are available at Senator Marchione’s web page at www.marchione. nysenate.gov or by sending an e-mail to marchione@ nysenate.gov. (P)
Children’s Concert at Library GLENS FALLS – Guitarist Cory Austin-Avon performs a children’s concert called “Super Happy Fun Time: Kid Songs with Cory Austin-Avon” at Crandall Public Library’s Children’s Activity Room on Wednesday, April 3, from 6:30-7pm. The show is geared toward kids from birth up to age eight (along with their families). On the set list: Interactive sing-along tunes, upbeat covers and kid song favorites. Admission is free, but space is limited and registration is required. Call (518) 792-6508 x4 or stop by the Children’s Desk at the Library to sign up. Crandall Public Library is located at 251 Glen Street in Glens Falls, New York. (P)
American Girl Evening at SACC STILLWATER – Stillwater Free Library presents an American Girl Evening at 6:30pm on April 19. Meet Molly, a young girl waiting for her father to come home from war in 1944, and join us for a tea party. Bring any doll along to this free evening! Event will be at the Stillwater Area Community Center. Call the library at 6646255 to RSVP or for more information. The Library is located at 19 Palmer Street. (P)
Community Barn Dance CHARLTON – Shake off winter! Come join friends, family and fellow community members in a “kick up your heels” feel-good experience! Easy circle, square, contra and folk dances. No experience needed; we’ll show you the steps. Come do-si-do, swing your partner and sashay to the live fiddle music of TuneFolk & Friends, with caller Fern Bradley, and guest fiddler Ed Lowman. All ages welcome! Fun and laughter guaranteed! Saturday, April 13, from 7-9:30pm at Harmony Hall, corner of Rte 67 & Peaceable St., Charlton. Admission: $5, Child (6-12) $1. Refreshments available. For more information, call: 384-3275 or visit www.tunefolk.com (P)
Call for Artisans GREENWICH – The Whipple City Festival committee in-
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Bulletin Board vites local artisans – potters, jewelers, quilters, leather workers, paper makers, cheese makers, stone carvers, basket makers, silversmiths, painters, photographers, and more - to join Greenwich’s vibrant summer street festival in selling their handmade art and wares in a brand new, traditional style Artisans Market! The 2013 Whipple City Festival Artisans Market strives to feature handmade items created by real artists and fine craftspeople from our region. The well attended, family-friendly Whipple City Festival will take place June 14 & 15. The Artisans Market will be held on Saturday, June 15 from 9am-6pm in Mowry Park, Greenwich. If you would like to join the fun please contact the Greenwich Chamber of Commerce at (518) 6927979 or info@greenwichchamber.org for more details and application materials. Registration closes June 1; there is a discount for artisans who register by May 24. (P)
per person per class. Bring your family and friends for some boot scooting fun and exercise too! (P)
Everybody Readz! Book Discussion Group CLIFTON PARK – Teens in grades 6-8 will meet Monday, April 1 at 4:30pm at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library for Everybody Readz! Get together with your friends in the library! Find your favorite author’s website! Everybody Readz is a program where teens share their favorite books and authors. Find out what’s new for teen books! Contact your favorite author! Snacks will be provided! Registration is not required. For more information call the Library at 371-8622. (P)
Roger the Jester
MECHANICVILLE – In support of Elks Charities, the Mechanicville-Stillwater Elks Lodge will hold a Spring Craft Fair on Saturday, April 20 from 9am-3pm at their Park Avenue, Mechanicville Lodge. The Fair will feature a variety of vendors with an assortment of items including, but not limited to, hand-painted glass, wood crafts, crochet, knit, and sewn items, candy, candles, jewelry, and much more! A snack bar, bake sale, and raffles will also be featured. Admission is free! Call 518664-3345 for more info or email elks1403craftfair@yahoo.com to register as a vendor. (P)
CLIFTON PARK – Families with children ages 2 and up are invited to the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, Thursday, April 4 at 1pm to enjoy the antics of Roger Reed a.k.a. Roger the Jester, who has been fooling around for almost 30 years! From Boston to Broadway – where he joined the Swiss theatre troupe Mummenschanz – Roger has been delighting audiences of all ages, from toddlers to big kids of 99 years! Roger travels constantly to “recreate the wandering lifestyle of a medieval fool.” That decision has left a trail of laughter throughout twenty-three countries. This is a drop-in program; children must be accompanied by an adult. Any questions, call the library at 371-8622. (P)
3rd Annual Pins for Pets Bowling Event
Digital Photography Club to Meet
CAPITAL DISTRICT – Join us for our annual Pins for Pets/ Pet Connection Fun Raiser with Steve Caporizzo on April 19 from 5-10pm at Spare Time Lanes in Latham. Help the homeless and abused animals! Additional special guests include Daisy the Clown from Chuck E. Cheese and Kiss Alliance (Kiss look-alikes). Bring your camera!! For additional information, please call 7856694. (P)
CLIFTON PARK – Adults are invited to attend a meeting of the Digital Photography Club, Thursday, April 4 at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library beginning at 7pm; the group meets on the first and third Thursdays of the month. This is an informal, memberdirected program designed to have fun and learn from each other. The group will primarily be geared to digital photography, but persons with conventional film cameras will be welcome as they will be able to learn and share information about how to take better photos. The overall goal will be to share information about all aspects of photography, including what kind of equipment to buy and how to make it work. All skill levels are welcome. No registration is needed for this drop-in program. The next meeting will take
Mechanicville Elks Spring Craft Fair
Monday Night Line Dancing MECHANICVILLE – Mechanicville-Stillwater Elks Lodge announces Monday Night Line Dancing with 107.7 WGNA’s Kevin Richards. Starter classes will begin on April 15 at 7pm and run for six weeks. The cost is $7