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Bulletin Board NYS Free & Low-Cost Health Insurance SARATOGA REGION – New York State offers free and low-cost health insurance for children, teens and adults through: Child Health Plus, Family Health Plus and Medicaid. Free screening and enrollment services are available by calling toll free 1-888-242-1418.

Please call our caring, professional staff for more information! We have 27 enrollment sites throughout the following counties: Fulton, Hamilton, Montgomery, Saratoga and Washington Counties. (P)

Friends of Library Candidates Elected at Annual Dinner SCHENECTADY – The Friends of Schenectady County Public Library elected a new slate of officers at their recent Annual Dinner. They are: John Karl, President; Fred Eddy, First Vice President, Ellie Rowland, Second Vice President; Mary Beth Barbagelata, Secretary and Nancy Virkler, Treasurer. This is the second time Karl has served as president, having headed up the organization from 2003-07. He also served as trustee on the Schenectady County Public Library Board from 2008-2011. (P)

STEP Open Registration 2013 CAPITAL REGION – STEP the Saratoga Therapeutic Equestrian Program, a 501 (c) 3 not for profit and totally volunteer organization, is open for registration for the 2013 season. Children and adults ages 2 and up with special needs may apply. There are limited open spots in the program as STEP fills up quickly. For registration information please call 518 374.5116 or email stepatnfec@yahoo.com or visit our website www. stepup-nfec.org (P)

Sung Vespers in the Spirit of Taize NISKAYUNA – May 2, 7-8pm, “Sung Vespers in the Spirit of Taize.” Presenters: The Dominican Sisters. Free will offering. Info/reservations, call Dominican Retreat & Conference Center, 518-393-4169 Mon.-Fri., 8:30am4:30pm, e-mail dslcny@nycap.rr.com or visit www. dslcny.org. (P)

SSRTA to Meet SARATOGA COUNTY – The Saratoga Springs Retired Teachers Association will meet on Monday, May 6, at

noon at Longfellows Restaurant, 500 Union Avenue (Route 9P), Saratoga Springs. Membership is open to retired educators who taught and/or live in Saratoga County. For membership information, call 587-5356.

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May Interfaith Dialogue Dinner NISKAYUNA – The May gathering of the Schenectady Interfaith Community will be held on Thursday, May 9, at the Dominican Retreat and Conference Center, 1945 Union Street, Niskayuna. The dinner will be held at 6:30pm. The free program begins at 7:30pm.

Michael Saccocia, Executive Director of the City Mission of Schenectady will be the speaker. The James Stamper Community Service Award will be presented to the City Mission of Schenectady. Make reservations by Tuesday, May 7 by calling 370-2150 or emailing schdyinterfaith@yahoo.com. For a kosher or vegetarian meal please indicate so when making your reservation. (P)

Monday Noon Program SCHENECTADY – The Friends of the Schenectady County Public Library will offer a series of Monday Noon programs at the Central Library, 99 Clinton Street in Schenectady. On April 29 Bill Valakovic will review Under the Banner of Heaven by Jon Krakauer.

The programs are held in the McChesney Room beginning at 12pm. All are open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lunch; beverages are available for a nominal fee. (P)

“Aging Begins the Day You Were Born BURNT HILLS – The United Methodist Women, of the Burnt Hills United Methodist Church, 816 Saratoga Road, Rt. 50, Burnt Hills, will host a program for the public on Wednesday, May 8, beginning at 7pm in Knight Hall. The Health and Wellness Ministry of the Church will present the program, entitled, “Aging Begins the Day You Were Born.” Light refreshments will be served. (P)

Roast Pork Dinner CHARLTON – Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church in Charlton will host a Roast Pork Dinner on Sat., May 11 from 4-6:30pm. Cost for the meal is $11 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-10 (Free for children under age

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Bulletin Board 5). Menu: Roast Pork/gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, carrots, applesauce, rolls and a variety of pies for dessert. Takeouts will be available. (P)

Training for Volunteers and Community Caregivers SCOTIA – The Joan Nicole Prince Home, a community home for the terminally ill, is now offering caregiver training to the community as well as potential volunteers. Compassionate and caring individuals needed to assist with resident caregiving in a beautiful homelike environment. The Home is looking for individuals wishing to “make a difference” by caring for people who lack the support and options to remain at home during their final days. Volunteers are needed to help provide care to two residents in their last months of life. Training and ongoing support is provided for JNP Home Volunteers. Information Meeting: Tuesday, April 30 at 11am. Training Sessions: Tues., May 14 from 10am-4pm (volunteers only); Thurs., May 16, from 10am-4pm (volunteers), Noon-2:30pm (community caregivers). Interested community caregivers, please call the JNP Home at 518-346-5471 or e-mail volcoorjnp@nycap.rr.com for more information. JNP Home is located at 22 Glenview Drive, Scotia. (P)

Equestrian Program, a 501 (c) 3 not-for-profit organization, is seeking volunteers to care for its program horses, provide help with lessons for special needs children & adults, fix and repair the facility and promote fundraising. Horse experience is not needed but is a plus. A caring heart and a love of children & horses is a must! Call (518) 374-5116 or email stepatnfec@yahoo.com (P)

MVC Kids, Youth Chorale Receive Stewart’s Holiday Funds AMSTERDAM – Two youth groups of Mohawk Valley Chorus were among the organizations receiving Holiday Match funds from Stewart’s. The $250 donation, representing donations from Stewart’s customers and a like amount from the company itself, will be used towards the purchase of risers to enhance performances of the two youth groups as well as the main chorus. MVC Kids, directed by Theresa Jackson, and the Youth Chorale, directed by Margaret Lazarou, perform throughout the year when asked by community groups and organizations, put on two annual concerts of their own and sing at the Mohawk Valley Chorus Christmas concert as well as at its annual pops concert, usually performed in May. (P)

Life in the Spirit Seminar

Simplifying Lives Needs Volunteers

SCHENECTADY - Presented by: Spirit of Love Charismatic Prayer and Praise Community on Friday, April 26. Registration at 6:30pm; Seminar from 7pm-9pm (Friday) AND Saturday, April 27 from 9am-3pm. This is a 2-day event. Location: St Paul the Apostle Parish Center, 2227 Albany Street, Schenectady. Bring a bag lunch, refreshments will be provided. For information/registration, call Bev at 346-5896. (P)

CAPITAL REGION – Simplifying Lives for a cause is the Capital District’s only non-profit organization dedicated to providing free house cleaning and organizational services for people undergoing cancer treatment. Simplifying Lives is looking for volunteers, business partners for the discounted referral service, corporate sponsors, and donations. For further information or to donate, please contact Simplifying Lives for a cause at (518) 935-5822, or visit their website at www.simplifyinglives.org. (A)

Columbia HS 1970-79 Alumni Party CAPITAL DISTRICT – The annual CHS Classes of the ‘70s Alumni Party will be held on Saturday, August 17, at the E.G. Town Park. This year’s party will combine with the 40th reunion of Class of ’73. Friend us on our Facebook page for updates: Columbia-hs EastGreenbushny. Mark your calendar! (P)

Volunteers Needed for S.T.E.P. CAPITAL REGION – S.T.E.P. the Saratoga Therapeutic

Sign Replacement Grant Applications Available GLENVILLE – Town of Glenville Supervisor Chris Koetzle and Economic Development Liaison Councilman Alan Boulant are pleased to announce that applications will now be accepted for the town’s 2013 Sign Replacement Grant Program, with the application period ending 5pm on Friday, May 3, 2013. This sign grant program, funded through a $12,500 REDI (Re-

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Bulletin Board vitalization and Economic Development Investment) fund is designed to enhance the attractiveness of Glenville’s major commercial corridors and help businesses improve their “curb appeal” through replacement of existing signs. New signs or additional signs will not be funded under this program. For program details, including eligibility criteria, and the 2013 application, please visit the Town of Glenville website, www.townofglenville.org or stop by the Municipal Center at 18 Glenridge Road, Glenville. (A)

Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast BALLSTON LAKE – Boy Scouts Troop 83 will hold a Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast (all you can eat) from 8am-12noon on Sunday, May 12, at the Ballston Lake Fire Department on Route 146A in Ballston Lake.

The cost is $4 for Adults and $2 for Children. The menu will be pancakes, sausage, orange juice, coffee and tea. This is a fundraiser for camping equipment for our Boy Scout Troop. (A)

“Sung Vespers in the Spirit of Taize” NISKAYUNA – May 2, 7-8pm. Presenters: The Dominican Sisters. Free will offering. For additional information or to make reservations, call Dominican Retreat & Conference Center, 518-393-4169 Monday through Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm, e-mail dslcny@nycap.rr.com or visit www.dslcny.org. (A)

Swedish American Pancake Breakfast & Lingonberries BALLSTON LAKE – The Swedish VASA local lodge Tegner #109 based in the Upstate New York Capital Region is holding a Swedish American Pancake Breakfast open to the public on Sun., April 28 from 8am-12 noon at the Burnt Hills Fire Dept., 811 State Rte. 50, Ballston Lake. The menu, under supervision of Swedish Chef Anders Faltskog includes Swedish pancakes with lingonberries, hotcakes with maple syrup, breakfast sausage, orange or apple juice, and coffee. Adults: $6; Children ages 5-12: $3; Children under age 5: Free.

Take out available. Tegner lodge members are looking forward to sharing the experience with everyone who brings their breakfast appetite to the table! (A)

BH-BL Teachers Association Garage Sale

BURNT HLLS – Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Teachers Association 2nd Annual Garage Sale. One Day Only! Saturday, April 27, 8:30am-2pm at Burnt Hills High School Cafeteria. All proceeds will be donated to the BH-BL TA Scholarship Fund and Community Human Services. The following items will be for sale: furniture, electronics, home goods, toys, books, tools, clothing, and much more! (A)

Rummage Sale NISKAYUNA – Niskayuna Reformed Church will host a Rummage Sale on Sat., May 4 from 9am-3pm at 3041 Troy-Schenectady Rd. (Rt. 7). Bag Sale from 1-3pm.

We welcome donations (in good to excellent condition) of: clothing, books, toys, linens, jewelry, knickknacks, small household items. Donations accepted at the Church Hall. For pick up, call 356-0780. All proceeds donated to support local charities. Ample free parking. For additional information, call 785-5575. (A)

Family Night Out GLENVILLE – Mayfair/Glenville VFW Post 4660 is sponsoring a Ziti Dinner on Fri., May 17 from 4:30-7:30pm at the Glenville Senior Center, 32 Worden Rd., Glenville. Dinner includes salad, homemade meatballs, sausage, sauce and dessert. Event will also feature raffles and live entertainment. Adults: $8, Seniors: $7, Children under age 12: $6. Proceeds to support local disabled and homeless veterans programs, veterans outreach, Wounded Warrior and other community based support groups. Help us help our heroes! (A)

Summer Gardening Series for Families SCHENECTADY - Schenectady County Cornell Cooperative will offer a Summer Gardening Series for Families at the Sustainable Living Center in Central Park on Saturdays throughout the summer. The informal, hands-on sessions cover a variety of gardening topics and are fun and educational for all ages! Classes are held rain or shine. Mother’s Day Garden Gifts will be on May 4, from 10-11am. Children will create a special Mother’s Day gift that grows and a card to take home. Cost for this class is $5. per child. The program Wonderful Wildlife will be held on July 20 from 10-11am. Families will take a nature walk and discover what animals live in the forest and park. Look for animal signs and tracks. Touch real animal bones and

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Bulletin Board fur and make a craft to take home. Cost for this class is $5 per child. To register for these classes or to see a complete listing of all the classes being offered this spring and summer, please visit the Cornell Cooperative Extension, Schenectady County Website, www. cce.schenectady.org. If you have any questions, please contact Schenectady CCE office at 518-3721622. (A)

Scotia-Glenville Food Pantry SCOTIA – The S-G Food Pantry, located at the First Baptist Church of Scotia, 132 Mohawk Ave., Scotia, provides a 3-day supply of food to residents of Scotia-Glenville. Pantry is open Tuesdays 5:30-7pm and Thursdays 9-11am. Information: 399-9426, ask for Janice Cooper; or call Tim Horn at 377-0372. (A)

2013 Acoustic Coffee House Shows FULTONVILLE – All free Acoustic Coffee House from 6:30-10pm, held downstairs of the Fultonville Methodist Church on Montgomery Street in Fultonville. The no admission, no donation Acoustic Coffee House is a no alcohol event and is open to all types of music as long as there is NO vulgarity, doesn’t offend anybody and acoustic instruments only. Enjoy some free food and beverages while listening to some great music and some very skilled and talented people. If you can’t make it at 6:30pm, that’s OK as there is a new performer every 9 - 13 minutes on average. Future Acoustic Coffee House shows (first Saturday of every month): May 4, June 1, July 6, August 3, September 7, October 5, November 2 and December 7, 2013. (A)

Red Cross Needs Volunteers CAPITAL REGION – Volunteers are needed in all areas of service from helping in local disasters to answering phones in the office. The Red cross meet many needs in the area, families that have been displaced by a fire, flood or other disaster; collecting blood to save lives of people in need to sustaining a quality filled life; and teaching CPR and First Aid Classes. For more information about Red Cross volunteer opportunities, contact Laura at 792-6545. (A)

Support Charlton Heights Cub Scouts BURNT HILLS – Support the Charlton Heights Cub Scouts by donating bottles and cans at 250 Lake Hill

Road, Burnt Hills. Bottle drop in barn driveway available 24/7. (A)

After The Fire is in Dire Need of New Volunteers SARATOGA COUNTY – After The Fire is a non-profit organization that helps residents of Saratoga County who have suffered a loss due to fire. After being paged by Fire Control, After The Fire members respond to the fire scene to provide the family members with clothing, gift cards, personal care items, a night’s stay at a participating hotel/motel, Red Cross referral, informational material, emotional support-whatever is needed to help the family through an extremely traumatic situation. Meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday at 7pm as follows: February, March, October & November at Eagle Matt Lee Fire House on Washington St. in Ballston Spa; April, May, June & September meetings are held at Halfmoon Town Hall on Harris Rd. in Halfmoon. Anyone interested in finding out how you can help your neighbors in need may attend a meeting. To find out more about After The Fire, visit www.afterthefire.org. (A)

Dodgeball League Now Forming SCHENECTADY – Dodge, duck, dive, & dip into a dodgeball league! Contact Lindsay or Kevin at the Schenectady YMCA 518-881-0117 or email LJordan@ cdymca.org or KKuon@cdymca.org (A)

Urgent Need for Volunteers SARATOGA COUNTY – Are you 55 years or older and have time to volunteer? There is an urgent need for volunteers to assist with the Saratoga County Office for the Aging Senior Nutrition Program at the Saratoga Adult and Senior Center 5 William Street Saratoga Springs. Volunteers are needed Monday – Friday from approx. 11am-1pm. If interested please call RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) at 884-4110. (A)

Boy Scout Bottle & Can Drive GLENVILLE – Boy Scout Troop 65, chartered by the Church of the Immaculate Conception, conducts a returnable bottle and can collection drive and accepts used printer cartridges for recycling on the 1st Saturday of every month from 9am-12noon at

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Organization Seeks Board Members CAPITAL REGION – Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness organization is looking for Board Members. Joseph Michael Kolarcik Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides financial assistance to families of stillborn and unexpected infant loss. Please come join us and help make a difference. Contact Cynthia at 518-878-9000 or visit online at www.jmkf.org. JMKF breaking the silence and remembering our Angels.

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Goodreads Book Club BURNT HILLS – The Burnt Hills Teen Reading Club is the Town Of Ballston Community Library’s virtual discussion group for teens. We will talk about our favorite books, have reading challenges and raffle prizes! Our Club is open to students in grades 7-12 and is a private group on goodreads.com that is not visible to non-members. Students can participate by signing up on goodreads.com, with parent permission. Interested parents are also welcome to join our online group. For more information please mail rdarling@ sals.edu. (A)

Addition to Library Pass Program SCHENECTADY – The Schenectady County Public Library has added the ALCO Heritage Museum to its Library Pass Program. The Program is a partnership between the public library and area museums and cultural venues. Library patrons with a valid library card can sign out a pass – just like a book – to visit participating locations. Each pass offers free or reduced admission according to the terms for that pass. For more information and a full listing of passes, visit http://www.friendsofscpl.org or call 388-4508.The program is made possible through the support of the Friends of the Library. (A)

Looking for Veterans GLENVILLE – Wanted: A lot of good men & women who have served our country in combat, hostile fire

and imminent danger duty. All current members of the Armed Forces and Veterans of combat related military service are invited to join our Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4660 (Mayfair-Glenville). Qualifying dates of military service are stated in your DD214 (separation document). In the absence of the DD214, Hostile Fire or Imminent Danger Pay can be established through your pay records. If you choose to join us, the Post will pay for your first year’s dues! We meet at the East Glenville Firehouse at 7pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. For more information, please contact Larry Zeglen at 399-7559 or Bob Bishop 399-9249. Visit our website at www.vfwpost4660.com (A)

Co-Ed Volleyball CAPITAL REGION – Sunday evenings (7-9pm). Openings for experienced B/BB players. A fun evening of competitive play in Glenville area. Contact Ed at 257-6903. (A)

CD Crossfire Girls Elite Fastpitch Softball CAPITAL REGION – 16U & 18U team has openings based on position. For tryout information please contact: Coach Sears at gsears@cdcrossfire.com Coach Baker at rbaker@cdcrossfire.com or visit our website at www.cdcrossfire.com (A)

Marriage Encounter Weekend CAPITAL REGION – For couples who desire to put the spark and romance back into their marriage, improve their communication, revitalize their relationship and get away for a weekend. Held at a local motel. Reservations required. Please go to www.wwme.org for contact information and weekend dates. (A)

MS Self Help Group BURNT HILLS – Saratoga Multiple Sclerosis Self Help Group meets the first Thursday of every month from 6-8pm at the Town of Ballston Community Library, 2 Lawmar Lane, Burnt Hills (399-8174). Registration is not required. For more information, call 1.800.FIGHT.MS (1800-344-4867, Press option #1). (A)

Wanted: Donations of Yearbooks and Class Photos

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Bulletin Board SCHENECTADY COUNTY – Donations of yearbooks and class photos are wanted for an upcoming education exhibit at the Mabee Farm Historic Site’s Franchere Education Center on the history of education in Schenectady County. Please contact Melissa Tacke at 374-0263 x3. Mabee Farm Historic Site is located on Route 5S in Rotterdam Junction. (A)

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Services SCOTIA – St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church located at 50 Sacandaga Road in Scotia has announced their weekend services as follows: Saturdays at 5pm and Sundays at 8am and 9:45am. (A)

River Valley Chorus ROTTERDAM – Women of all ages are invited to join the River Valley Chorus, a chapter of Sweet Adelines International, an organization of nearly 25,000 women worldwide who sing four-part a cappella harmony, barbershop style. To learn more about Sweet Adelines International and how to become a member of River Valley Chorus visit www.rivervalleychorus. org or contact Sandy at SC682@aol.com. Visit the International website at www.sweetadelineintl.org. (A)

Worship & Fellowship at BHUMC BURNT HILLS – Come and participate in thoughtful worship services and fellowship times at Burnt Hills United Methodist Church, 816 Route 50. Adult classes that cover a variety of religious subjects impacting our everyday lives are held at the 9am and 10:30am services. Sunday School classes for ages 2 yrs. thru senior high youth are held during the 10:30am service. Childcare for infants and children up to 2 yrs. is available during both the 9am and 10:30am services. Coffee and refreshments are provided following each service offering a chance to meet with your neighbors, friends, and church leaders. For more information, call our church office at 399-5144 or visit our website at www.nybhumc.com (A)

Self-Therapy for the Stutterer CAPITAL REGION – Self-Therapy for the Stutterer is the classic self-help guide by the founder of The Stuttering Foundation, Malcolm Fraser. It is written to and for the many adults and teens who stutter. The 192-page book is available at most public libraries including

those in Delmar, Cohoes, Guilderland, Loudonville, and Ravena. This book outlines a self-therapy program, which describes what the person who stutters can do to work towards better communication. The book is available free to all public libraries. If your library doesn’t have it, ask them to contact the Stuttering Foundation toll-free at 800-992-9392 for a copy.

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Volunteers Needed SCOTIA – Compassionate and caring individuals needed to assist in providing care for the dying. The Joan Nicole Prince Home, a community home for the terminally ill, is looking for individuals wanting to “make a difference” by caring for terminally ill residents who lack the support and options to remain at home during their final days. Volunteers are needed to provide personal care, support, meal preparation, laundry and light housekeeping. Training and ongoing support is provided. If interested, please call 3465471 or e-mail volcoorjnp@nycap.rr.com. (A)

Al-Anon Family Group Meetings SCOTIA – If you are affected by a loved ones’ addictive behavior (alcohol, substances, gambling), AlAnon can help restore your sanity. We, as a group, come together to share our experience, strength and hope, and discover ways to live a happier life. Every Friday from 6:30-7:30pm, we meet upstairs at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, So. Reynolds St. (corner of Glen Ave.) in Scotia. Questions? Call 377-9765 or email EKL@nycap.rr.com with Meeting in the subject.

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Fire Company Seeks Volunteer Helpers WEST GLENVILLE – West Glenville Volunteer Fire Company is looking for basic help. We need folks for computer input, grant writing, shopping, gardening, event planning, photo album organizing and as basic helpers in the ‘social’ end of the fire service. If you are a district resident that can commit a few hours a week, this call for help is for you. This is an opportunity for couples to get out and for community service for teens! Firefighters are always needed. Mondays at 7pm, 2024 West Glenville Road; 399-0567. (A)

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