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What does a day of remembrance mean? How can we make it meaningful? Join us on Thursday, April 13th, at 6:30 pm at the East Greenbush Community Library for an evening of learning and remembrance.

Registration is required.

To register go to https:// events.eglibrary.org or call us at 518-477-7476.

This year, International Holocaust Remembrance Day fell on January 27. The Israeli/Jewish commemoration, called Yom HaShoah, starts on April 17 (the 27th of the Hebrew month of Nisan). Shoah is the Hebrew word for “catastrophe,” while Holocaust is Greek for “sacrifice by fire.” Both terms – and both memorials – struggle to capture the tragedy of the past as we grapple with its meaning in the present.

Join Rabbi Danielle Weisbrot of B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation (Al-

East Greenbush cites safety in effort to slow motorists

By KENNETH C. CROWE II

EAST GREENBUSH — The town plans to put the brakes on drivers by dropping the speed limit on town roads to 25 mph from the current 30 mph.

Concern about speeding on the town’s 304 streets is one of the main reasons for the proposal, according to information collected by the town and an engineering study required to make the drop.

“We have received complaints about speeding in every neighborhood in East Greenbush,” Supervisor Jack Conway said Monday.

The move to reduce the speed limit over most of the 85 miles of roads in the 24-square-mile town is to let drivers know the town is serious about curtailing speeding.

The move to reduce the speed limit over most of the roads in East Greenbush is to let drivers know the town is serious about curtailing speeding. “We want to send a message. Slow down in the town of East Greenbush,” Supervisor Jack Conway said.

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“We want to send a message: Slow down in the town of East Greenbush,” Conway said.

In the Hampton Manor neighborhood, some residents said setting the 25 mph speed limit is a good move.

“I appreciate the effort,” said Gideon Weinstein of Madison Avenue.

ALBANY — Websites and obsessive fans following the current taping of the 20th season of the ABC dating competition series “The Bachelorette,” have listed one suitor whose name will be of note to Capital Region residents — Sean McLaughlin is a son of Rensselaer County Executive Steve McLaughlin.

Sean McLaughlin — who says he is a Florida resident — was given a shoutout Wednesday by the man who is considered the preeminent spoiler of “Bachelor” and “Bachelorette” taping secrets, Reality Steve, who has a website and podcast. He posted photos and video clips reporting Sean McLaughlin won a competition during a group date in California this week by singing a song, and then got some brief alone time with this season’s bachelorette, Charity Lawson.

McLaughlin also has been named on a few fan sites as one of the men on the upcoming season, expected to premiere June 26. ABC has

He said he didn’t know if the lower limit would inspire drivers to slow down.

Lindsay Sutton of New York Avenue said speeding has to be curtailed to protect children, pedestrians, dog walkers and other drivers.

A state law allowing municipalities to go to a 25 mph speed limit was approved in August. The cities of Albany, Schenectady and Troy began studying whether to lower their speed limits after the law took effect last year.

The East Greenbush Town Board is considering enactment of the 25 mph limit at its April 19 meeting, Conway said. A public hearing on the matter is scheduled for April 12 at Town Hall.

The town will have to erect 175 signs with the new speed limit, at a cost of $50 apiece. Overall, it will cost $8,750. The town has most of the signs on-hand, so work installing can begin immediately when the local law is adopted.

The law would take effect May 1 under the proposed legislation. Conway estimated it would take about six weeks to replace the 30 mph signs.

not released the list of contestants yet.

The clip of McLaughlin posted online featured a “Barbie Sing Off” competition, likely timed to promote “Barbie,” a movie based on the iconic doll that is coming out in July around the same time the episode is expected to air. Reality Steve said that episode will air July 10. The county executive is following Reality Steve on Twitter.

If Sean McLaughlin is on a group date, it means at the very least he made it past the first night of the show, which sees 30 men vying for the bachelorette’s affections at a mansion near Los Angeles. Producers largely keep contestants away from phones and computers during taping; McLaughlin’s cellphone went directly to voicemail when the Times Union reached out Thursday.

“Each guy had to dress up in a funky costume and sing ‘Girls Just Want to Have Fun,’ but set to their own lyrics they made up,” Reality Steve wrote on his website. “Sean Mc-

Laughlin ended up winning the date, as judged by (former bachelorette and her husband JoJo and Jordan) and Charity. He got 1-on-1 time with her after the show as they got to walk on the pier and talk there by themselves. I have numerous videos and pictures of this I’ll be posting later this afternoon of Sean perform-

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LORI VAN BUREN / TIMES UNION ARCHIVE Rensselaer County Executive Steve McLaughlin, left, and his son Sean McLaughlin. The younger McLaughlin reportedly is a player on “The Bachelorette.”

Rensselaer County 4-H Horse Communications

Rensselaer County recently hosted 4-H youth for 4-H Horse Communications. Members were able to share and present on an equine topic of their choice to adult and teen evaluators.

Many thanks to our evaluators: Grace Huffam, Emilee Roadcap, Kira Colarossi, Mikayla Malenfant, Kelli Grab, Brandon DeShane, Katie Navarra, Regina Cristo, Glenn and Eileen Van Oort. It was a successful night which resulted in the following members receiving “Exceptional Presenter” designation, Ava Severance, Lily Coraldi, Kaylie Millar, Emilee Roadcap, Thomas and Carlo Colarossi. There were eight presenters that qualified to represent Rensselaer County at the Regional 4-H Horse Communications Contest: Ava Severance of Schaghticoke, Kaylie Millar of West Sand Lake, Emilee Roadcap of Troy, MacKenzie Martin of Valley Falls, Mya Bull of Troy, Niko, Thomas and Kira Colarossi of Melrose. We wish our members luck as they move on to participate in the Regional 4-H Horse Communications event. If you have questions about this or other 4-H Youth Development programs, contact your local Cooperative Extension office. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity programmer and employer.

Dunham HollowWest Stephentown Scholarship

The scholarship committee announces the availability of the Dunham Hollow-West Stephentown Scholarship.

The scholarship is in memory of Frank Johnson.

It is open to anyone (graduating senior, post graduate, or adult wishing retraining) living within the boundaries of the Averill Park School District and has been accepted to a trade or vocational school.

The deadline for submission of an application is May 15th. Scholarship applications may be obtained by contacting the Averill Park High School guidance department at 518-674-7025 or by emailing jcuilla@cfgcr.org.

Poestenkill Update from Councilmember Wohlleber

The Town Board unanimously passed a local law providing tax exemption on real property for senior citizens, and another local law providing tax exemption based on the owners volunteer membership in the Poestenkill Fire Company.

Several residents had questions about the proposed dog kennel at Waste Management on Route 66. The likely next step will be the consideration of the PDD status and this will continue to be a topic of discussion at future Town Board meetings.

The Town Board is reviewing proposals to repair the roof at Town Hall as well as potential work at the front entrance of the building.

The Town Board is also considering options to update/upgrade street lights in town, the majority of which are in the hamlet with a several also on Plank Road towards East Poestenkill. This will continue to be a topic of discussion at future Town Board meetings.

The Town Board is considering the purchase of a F2690 Kubota Tractor to remove snow on sidewalks in the hamlet. The cost of the tractor would exceed $40,000.

A public hearing will be held at the April Town Board meeting to consider amending the requirement for all new roads constructed in town, to be 24 feet wide.

The next Town Board Meeting will be Thursday, April 13 at 7pm.

Are You a Veteran?

VFW Post 7338, East Greenbush, at 100 Hayes Road is extending an invitation to all veterans in the community!

If you are a veteran, you are invited to visit our Post to see if you are qualified to be a member of this great organization here in our local community! If you are a veteran, and looking to contribute to your community, this is the place to be! We are open and have been for some time! We invite you to be a member of the world’s largest veteran organization!

Joining the VFW as a Life Member or as an ongoing Member can also make your family members eligible to join our VFW auxiliary. If you are already a Veteran, they are eligible to join the Auxiliary We need new members of our Post to help run our

Post properly, and to continue to help YOU, our veterans, your families and our community. We want to continue to administer the many programs that will help us to keep our East Greenbush VFW post active for many years to come. Please consider joining our organization.

We have monthly Pancake Breakfasts, usually on the 3rd Sunday of the month! (Except July and August) Every month or so we are planning additional dinners alternating between either a Chicken Bake, Spaghetti or Roast Beef. We just had a successful “Night at the Club” with light fare, music provided by a DJ and dancing. We are open to the public and offer our hall for your meeting or family affair! We have a seating capacity for 125 people! We can be your 1st choice for Weddings, Baby Showers, Anniversaries, Birthday

Food Pantry Thanks

The Food Pantry would like to express gratitude and appreciation to the following for their participation and promotion in our recent successful food drive held on Saturday, March 25. We have restocked our shelves with goods and toiletries to meet the increased demand we have experienced in 2023.

We thank the Castleton Village Fire Dept. for their pickup initiative thru the village that day, along with Rensselaer County District Attorney Mary Pat Donnelly and staff, Town Board Member Tracey Rex, and the Schodack Central School District administration of Superintendent Jason Chevrier, Business Administrator Brian Carey, Student Servcies Director Jacquline Hill, and Transportation Supervisor Rhonda Greenway for providing the drop off venue and school buses for transporting goods to the pantry.

Also The National Honor Society students at Schodack Central played an integral part in securing donations for delivery.

We also thank the Schodack community for their continued generosity in helping those in need during these uncertain economic times. The Schodack community should be proud of this continued accomplishment whenever called upon.

Parties, Get-togethers for families and friends or a quiet place to have a Celebration of Life of a loved one that has passed. We offer reasonable rates and can accommodate your wishes!

Please contact us by emailing us at VFWpost7338@gmail.com or calling 518-477-7770 and leave a message with your name and number. Your message will be forwarded to another number which is checked every day. Your telephone call will be returned.

Poestenkill Historical Society is Back!

We are pleased to announce our Society is able to present a program to you now that things are sort of back to normal. Our first program will be on Sunday, April 16th at

2:00PM.

We will be featuring “Women of the Revolution” with our well known historic interpreter Phyllis Chapman. Conventional history has been remiss in not adequately noting the support and exploits of women as battles raged in their towns. Come and find out how women were key players in the Revolution. Admission is free; light refreshments will be provided.

-Please note: our programs will be held in the Evangelical Lutheran Church, lower level. The building is handicapped accessible. Our museum is located across from the church, so perhaps you can visit our establishment after the presentation. We look forward to seeing you. Any questions? Please call 518 283-4890.

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News From Averill Park CSD

Averill Park CSD is sending three Odyssey of the Mind teams to the New York State competition in Syracuse next month!

Overall, four teams competed at the regional event with the High School team and two teams from Algonquin Middle School advancing. Miller HillSand Lake Elementary School also competed and did a fantastic job. Way to go, everyone!

SUNY Albany students visited the APHS Library and brought some MakerSpace-related technologies, showcasing opportunities for STEAM learning activities. AP students learned how to code robots, how to use a Cricut, how to crochet, how to do Stop Motion with LEGOs, and more.

Algonquin Middle School’s Daniel McAlonie won 4th place in the state for the VFW Patriots Pen essay contest. Dan was the top winner in the Capital Region, which advanced him to the state round of the competition. He recently attended a recognition dinner where he received a plaque and a cash prize. Way to go, Dan!

As always, for the latest news from the District,

please visit our website – averillpark.k12.ny.us. You can also follow AP on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Muitzeskill Spring Cleanup - April 22

Join us on April 22 , 2023 from 10 AM - 12:30 PM for Muitzeskill Spring Cleanup Day.

Sign-up by April 14, 2023 - email your name and activity preference to 4CPMuitzeskill@gmail. com.

Here’s what we will be doing: Rensselaer County Adopt-a-Roadside Program

Join us to cleanup Muitzeskill Road from the county line to the railroad bridge & Schodack Landing Road from the four corners east and west.

Community Cleanup & Beautification

Help clean up the grounds of The Reformed Church of Schodack at Muitzeskill. Assemble at the Church Pavilion at 10 AM. Bring garden or work gloves, sturdy waterproof shoes/ boots and gardening tools (rakes, wheelbarrows, trimmers etc.).

The event is organized by The Four Corners Partnership. The Partnership was formed in 2019 by The Reformed Church of Schodack at Muitzeskill and community members.

The goal of The Partnership is to promote and provide quality activities and services that will contribute to the physical, emotional and social well-being of all community residents.

Health and Wellness Fair in Schaghticoke

Community Life Support is hosting the first annual health and wellness fair; “Living Our Best Life”, on April 22 at the Hoosic Valley High School.

The fair is free and will feature a cross section of organizations and groups whose focus is providing education and instruction to address issues we all have. We will have yoga and Tai Chi demonstrations, Gardening information, legal guests to speak to life planning activities, and Rensselaer County Departments will be present to provide resources.

LaPosta’s will be on sight with healthy snacks and food as well as a Taco

truck and other lunch offerings. The fair runs from 11am to 3 pm on Saturday, April 22nd. If you are interested in being a presenter or vendor of information, please contact Liz Baker at ebaker50@ yahoo.com.

For further information on the list of vendors see our Facebook page for Community Life Support.

Community Life Support Hosting Monthly Meals

Community Life Support hosts community groups to prepare and serve a free meal for the community on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Community organizations like the fire dept and library have volunteered to cook and provide the meal. Our dining room will seat 75 people and we invite you to be at our next meal on April 15th from 5- 6 pm.

On April 15th the Hoosic Valley Fire Department will be preparing chicken BBQ. No take outs offered, as the goal is to bring members of our community together for conversation and education. For more information or for your group to volunteer to cook and serve a meal please see our Community Life Support Facebook page or contact lenhardyny@gmail.com

Holy Week and Easter Worship Services at Hope Lutheran Church of North Greenbush

Join Hope Lutheran Church for Holy Week and Easter worship services.

All worship services will be available in-person and online at www.HOPELC.

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April 6th, Maundy Thursday, service at 7:00 PM.

April 7th, Good Friday, service at 7:00 PM.

April 9th, Easter Sunday, service at 10:00 AM.

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East Greenbush VFW Post 7338 Auxiliary Pie Sale

The East Greenbush VFW Auxiliary is taking orders for their Homemade Pie Sale, to coincide with their Flea Market on Saturday, April 22.

Orders for pies- Apple, Cherry, Blueberry, Chocolate and Lemon Meringue should be reserved by April 8. Pies need to be picked up at the VFW on Hays Road in East Greenbush on Saturday, April 22 between 10:00am2:00pm.

Please contact Melinda at 518-653-9852 to order your pies by April 8. Pies are being sold for $15.00.

Capital Area Beekeepers

April Meeting

Come join us April 12th at 7:00 pm to listen to Dr. David Peck. -Director of Research and Education of Better Bee in Greenwich, talk about installing bee packages.

We meet at First United Methodist Church, 1 Gilligan Rd., East Greenbush Or join us through Zoom call: by calling 1 646 931 3860, ID: 845 5280 2649, Passcode: 693117

Planning for Nature in Your Community

Thursday, April 27, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Bethlehem Public Library, Bethlehem, 451 Delaware Ave.

Registration: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Planning_for_Nature

Which natural areas are most vital in my community?

How do we plan for a future that sustains nature and quality of life for residents? What types of conservation policies have been successful in other communities?

This workshop will address these questions and introduce approaches for conserving natural areas and water resources from the town-wide scale to the site level. Drawing on Hudson Valley examples, presentations will cover: • Natural resource inventories and conservation planning;

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• Using natural resource information in local project reviews; and

• Municipal policies such as conservation overlay zones and critical environmental areas.

The training is especially designed for members of planning and zoning boards, conservation advisory councils, elected officials, and others involved in open space and nature conservation at the local level. Those who are new to local government or conservation are encouraged to attend. Certificates for two hours of municipal training credit will be available. The workshop is free of charge.

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For questions, contact Christine Vanderlan at christine. vanderlan@dec.ny.gov or 845-256-3062.

Averill Park Autism Social Group

We are pleased to announce the first meeting for the Averill Park Autism Social Group. The group is just getting started and is intended to be a safe social environment for members of the autism/ neurodivergent/ LGBTQ identifiing adults. Started by a young adult in the area to create a casual social space for adults to come and sometimes hangout, sometimes do activites, participate in community events. Find us on Facebook or Discord under the same name. The first event is generously hosted by The Fifth Tier Baking Studio in Wynantskill on April 7th from 6-8PM, coffee and light snacks will be

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Chicken BBQ

Pawling Avenue United Methodist Church invites you to a Chicken BBQ on Saturday, April 22 , 2023. Take Out from 4 to 5:30 pm. Menu 1/2 chicken, baked potato, baked beans, cole slaw, roll, brownies; Child portion 1/4 chicken.

Reservations limited to first 100 - call Melanie 518779-6004. Price $13 Adults; $6 child 5-10; under 5 free. Proceeds to benefit mission dinners and church capital campaign.

Latham-Colonie Columbiettes

April Breakfast Buffet

The Latham-Colonie Columbiettes are hosting a Breakfast Buffet on Sunday, April 16th, 2023 from 8:30 am to 11:30 am at the Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus Council, 328 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110.

Menu includes; Scrambled Eggs, an Omelet Station, Home Fries, Corned Beef Hash, Bacon and Sausage, Pancakes and French Toast served w/Warm syrup, A Variety of Cereals and Juices, Bananas and Hot Tea, Coffee or Hot Chocolate.

$12 Adults, $6 Children (5-10) and under 5 Free! www.lathamcoloniekofc.com/dinner-events

Is All Your Paperwork Done Before You Leave This World?

Back By Popular Demand the Rensselaer County Senior Center will be hosting a number of informational sessions on Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy, Wills, Trusts and so much more.

Just an over the counter drug can affect you in a negative way and put into question your cognitive ability. Our esteemed Director in Schodack Barb Fausner had a terrible experience with Benadryl: “She took a trip and never left the farm”. She’d be willing to share her experience with you.

Don’t let someone else decide your last years of life. Take care of your business while there is no question of your ability. The court could appoint someone you never would have chosen to care for you and you would have no choice. Make life decisions easy. Take care of business. Bring a friend, this is important

Join Elder Attorney Debra Verni of Rowlands, Lebrou and Griesmer 11am April 20th

Keep reading the advertiser for our schedule of attorneys and dates. We are open 9am to 3pm and are located on East and Herrick Streets in Rensselaer. Call (518) 4632166 for more information.

East Side Seniors

Our next meeting will be on April 11th .,@ 1:00. The Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence preceeds all meetings.

All reservations for the Wildwood trip, MUST BE PAID IN FULL by APRIL 11th. come join us with ideas for other things and future plans. We will have games of choice and desserts. Looking forward to seeing you and bring a friend.

May & June Lacrosse Programs for Boys

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CAPITAL DISTRICTCapitalland lacrosse will be running a boy’s MAY & JUNE lacrosse programs. Players can chose to play on Tuesdays night, Sunday afternoons or BOTH. Programs will start on May 16 and end on June 25. Each group will play for an hour and a half each day/night. Levels include: a co-ed K –5th learn to play program; boys instructional programs for beginner & novice players grades 2nd – 5th & 6th10th; an advanced instruction program for players in graders 3 – 6 & 7 – 9 who want to refine their game while being introduced to more advanced techniques. All age level will be separated and a scrimmage will be held each night. For more information on all of these programs go to www. capitallandlacrosse.com or e-mail us at chad@capitallandlacrosse.com.

May & June Lacrosse Programs for Girls

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CAPITAL DISTRICTCapitalland lacrosse will be running a girls MAY & JUNE lacrosse program. Players can chose to play on Tuesdays night, Sunday afternoons or BOTH. All programs will start on May 16 and end on June 25. Each group will play for an hour and a half each day/ night. Levels include: a co-ed K – 5th learn to play program; girls instructional programs for beginner & novice players grades 3rd10th, an advanced program for players in graders 6th –8th and one for 9 - 10 who want to refine their game while being introduced to more advanced techniques. All age level will be separated and a scrimmage will be held each night. For more information go to www.capitallandlacrosse. com or e-mail us at chad@ capitallandlacrosse.com.

Trout Day at Grafton Lakes State Park

Grafton Lakes State Park is hosting its annual Trout Day. Date is to be determined but will fall during school Spring Break April 11th-14th from 10am-12:30pm. As the weather gets warmer it is the perfect time to stock Long Pond and Second Pond with trout. The DEC will be providing trout and Grafton will be providing activities. Park in the Rabbit Run parking lot.

Come on your own or bring out the whole family, Trout Day is the perfect event for all ages. Enjoy trout shaped treats, crafts, and educational booths highlighting the wonders of trout! Learn about their habitats, fly tying, and macro invertebrates.

Please check our website and Facebook for updates on the exact event date. $3 cash per person, ages 5 and under free to enter. DEC will bring trout at 12pm. Come help stock our ponds! Following the event will be an opportunity for children under the age of 16 to learn to fish. Those 16 and over must have a valid NYS fishing license to participate.

No pre-registration required. This event is wheelchair accessible.

Grafton Lakes State Park is located off of Route

2, twelve miles east of Troy, New York. Please use the park’s main entrance on Grafton Lakes State Park Way for this event. There is no entrance fee for this event. Follow the signs to the Rabbit Run parking lot. For more information, please call the park at 518-279-1155.

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation oversees more than 250 individual state parks, historic sites, golf courses,

boat launches and recreational trails, which are visited by 79.5 million people annually. For more information on any of these recreation areas, call 518-474-0456 or visit parks.ny.gov, connect on Facebook, or follow on Twitter.

RPA’s Weekend Trail Crew at Dill Brook Community Forest

Saturday April 8, 2023 10am-12pm. Dill Brook Community Forest, 329 Dill Brook Road, Petersburgh, New York 12138

You are invited to join members of the Rensselaer Plateau Alliance - Rensselaer Land Trust Trail Crew and members of the Dill Brook Community Forest Committee for a morning of trail work and community at RPA’s Dill Brook Community Forest, a new property slated to open to the public later this year.

This event will include two hours of trail work and general cleanup work and may include periods of sitting or standing in the woods. Bring water and a snack. Dress in appropriate layers for the weather conditions and be sure to wear appropriate footwear. Trails may be muddy or wet.

Volunteers are welcome to pack a lunch and eat at Dill Brook Community Forest after trail work concludes for the day. Go to Rensselaerplateau.org/ events to register!

May & June

Field Hockey

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will be running a MAY & JUNE field hockey program for players in graders

K – 12 grades. Players can chose to play on Tuesdays night, Sunday afternoons or BOTH. All programs

will start on May 16 and end on June 25. Each group will play for an hour and a half each day/night.

Levels include: a K-3 learn to play program; girls instructional programs for beginner & novice players grades 3 - 10, an advanced program for players in graders 6 –9 and one for 10 - 12 who want to refine their game while being introduced to more advanced techniques. All age level will be separated and a scrimmage will be held each night. For more information go to www. capitallandlacrosse.com or e-mail us at chad@capitallandlacrosse.com.

RPA Presents: Spring Amphibian Walk at Poestenkill Community Forest

Spring Amphibian Walk with Jeff Briggs and Camille Warner. Saturday, April 15, 2023. 10am-noon. Poestenkill Community Forest, Averill Park

Come take a walk in the woods to observe the spring activities at Poestenkill Community Forest’s vernal pools, where frogs and salamanders are awakening from their winter hibernation to meet for their annual mating rituals.

Pre-registration is required - space is limited, so register early. $10 suggested donation; any amount is welcome. Register on our

website at Rensselaerplateau.org/events!

Affordable Car Wash

$8 supporting a great cause !

April 16th - 11 am to 3 pm at Advance Auto Parts, 745 Pawling Ave, Troy.

All proceeds benefit Leukemia Lymphoma Society (sponsored by Team Ethan, Student Visionary – Albany area)

“Let’s Make the Pandemic History!”

On April 11th the Sand Lake Historical Society program will present “Pandemic Remembrances”, the result of a special project to document our shared history of the Covid-19 Pandemic. Late last year, a special committee began soliciting and reviewing submissions by town residents on their experiences during the recent pandemic – what it was like for themselves, their families, at work, and in the community. And the roller-coaster of emotions. Even if you not able to submit your story, please come and listen to others and share what you did and how you felt. Our goal is to compile our stories into a book.

The program will take place on Tuesday April 11th at 7PM at the Sand Lake Town Hall Courtroom, 8428 NY 66, Averill Park. SLHS monthly pro-

grams are open to the public and are live-streamed on the SLHS website -- http://sandlakehistory. org (archived video also will be posted there). A $5 donation is suggested for non-members. New members are always welcomed. Like us on Facebook. SLHS turns Fifty in 2024!

Support Kiwanis of North Greenbush

Kiwanis of North Greenbush has been selected as a beneficiary of the Hannaford Community Bag Program for the month of April 2023. The Hannaford Community Bag Program is a reusable bag program that facilitates community support with the goal of making a difference in the communities where shoppers live and work.

Please support Kiwanis by purchasing a reusable bag at the Wynantskill Hannaford during the month of April Kiwanis of North Greenbush will receive a $1 donation every time the $2.50 Hannaford Community Bag is purchased at this location during April, unless otherwise directed by the customer through the Giving Tag attached to the bag. Also please join Kiwanis on April 20, as we support community clean-up at Snyder’s Lake, Noon-2 pm. Wear comfortable shoes/ clothes, and bring gloves if you have them. For more info, please see our website @ Kiwanis Club of North Greenbush – Kids Need Kiwanis. Light refreshments to all who volunteer that day.

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Stephentown Federated Church

Easter Services

Pastor Chris Garrison invites all to join us for the following services during the Lenten Season:

Palm Sunday, April 2nd at 9:30am Join us as we have special music and scripture for the day. Matthew 21:1-11

Good Friday, April 7th The Sanctuary will be open from Noon – 3pm for you to come at a time that works for you. This is a time set apart to contemplate, pray, journey with The Seven Last Words of Jesus On The Cross. It’s an open house in which you can pray alone or receive pastoral prayer if desired.

Easter Services, April 9th This year join us at 6:30 am for a Sunrise Service in Garfield Cemetery on Garfield Road, Stephentown, NY. If weather is inclement, it will be held at the church. A Continental Breakfast by the Community Breakfast Group will follow at the church. All are welcome.

Our Easter Service in the sanctuary will be at 9:30am. There will be special music, flowers, scripture John 20:1-18 and food for thought. This is a great time to invite friends and family to this place of safety to be-

Holy Week at Hope United Methodist Church

Join Hope United Methodist Church, 566 Brunswick Road (Eagle Mills) on Thursday, April 6th for a potluck candlelight supper with foot washing (for those who wish to participate) and Holy Communion.

Good Friday, April 7th come-and-stay-as-long as-you like time of worship (noon - 3:00 p.m.) meditation and prayer during the hours Jesus was on the cross. The reading of John’s Passion with selections from Dane Ortlund’s “He Loved Them to the End.”

Easter Sunday, April 9th (6:00 a.m. on the front lawn) Sunrise Communion service with a grilled fish breakfast. Easter

Sunday Worship celebrate the accomplishment of our redemption in the resurrection of Jesus Messiah from the dead at 10:30 a.m. in the sanctuary.

Celebrate Holy Week with Church of the Covenant

UM

Join us at Church of the Covenant, United Methodist, “The Round Church”, 3055 NY 43, Averill Park, NY for Holy Week. Maundy Thursday – April 6th at 7:00 pm Tenabrae Service. Good Friday – April 7th at 7:00 pm Sensory Experience of the Stations of the Cross.

Easter Sunday - April 9th

at 6:30 am we will have a Sunrise Service at Crystal Cove and at 10:00 am a traditional service in our sanctuary. www.cocumc.

org

Holy Week at Brunswick Church

It’s time to wave palm branches for Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem! Please join us for all or part of our Holy Week celebration, beginning on Palm Sunday, April 2nd, with a worship service at 9:30 AM.

This will be followed later in the week by a Maundy Thursday Service on April 6th at 7 PM. On Good Friday, April 7th, the worship center will be open from noon until 3 PM for those who would like to pray and meditate on scripture. A handout with readings and prayers will be available to those who come during those hours.

All are invited as we rejoice on April 9th, Easter Sunday! We will greet this special day with a sunrise service at 7:00 AM in the cemetery behind the church (for inclement weather it will be held in the old sanctuary).

Our traditional worship service will begin at 9:30 AM in the worship center, featuring the praise band, singing, brass instruments, and the Good News that Christ is Risen!

Please join us for this day of celebration. Brunswick Church is located at 42 White Church Road,

long--whether they believe or not.

Our church is at 1513 Garfield Road, Stephentown, NY. The church is handicapped accessible. If you cannot join us in church join our service on our website: www. stephentownfederatedchurch.org. You can also easily donate on our website. We look forward to you joining us. The church phone number is 518-733-5813.

Holy Week Services at Blooming Grove Reformed Church

Join us at Blooming Grove, off Route 4 in Defreestville, for Holy Week worship services as follows: Palm Sunday, April 2nd at 9:30 AM--Family Centered Worship including a Palm Sunday parade! Maundy Thursday, April 6th at 6:30 PM--Abbreviated Seder and Remembrance of the Night Jesus was betrayed. We will partake in the meal that Jesus did on that Holy Thursday and then hear the story of the Passion. Good Friday, April 7th from 4 to 5 PM--The Sanctuary will be open for a time of your own silent reflection. There will be art and guided worship to have time to reflect on this Holy Day. Easter Sunday Sunrise Service, April 9th at 7 AM--Meet us at the Blooming Grove Cemetary to encounter the

just off Rt. 351 (1 mile south of Rt. 2). For additional information, please call the church office at 518-279-3792.

Church of the Redeemer

Join us for a joyous celebration of Easter on April 9 at our 9 am service followed by coffee hour in the Hearth Room.

On Wednesday, April 12, Hot Mess Crafters resumes meeting at 10 am and Bible Study resumes at 2.

Thrift Shop is opening April 13 with spring and summer apparel and home décor. Thursday hours are 3-6. We will also be open Saturday, April 15, from 9-2

The Church of the Redeemer is an Episcopal church located on at the corner of Third and Catherine Streets. There is handicap parking, a ramp in front, and a parking lot in the rear.

Fr. Robert Haskell may be emailed at rhaskell2@ nycap.rr.com

Love Lutheran

Church Holy Week

Observances

May God shower you with blessings, love and peace this Easter! Please join us as we experience the journey of Easter.

Holy Thursday - April 6th - 7:00 pm Worship Service

Good Friday - April 7th7:00 pm Worship Service

Easter Sunday - April

Risen Lord at sunrise.

9th - 10:00 am Worship Service LLC is located on Pheasant Lane and Middlesex Rd., East Greenbush, NY. Telephone: 518-477-8685.

Holy Week Services at Sand Lake

Baptist Church

Palm Sunday Service, April 02 – 11:00 AM

Upper Room Service, April 06 – 6:00 PM, with the Lord’s Supper Good Friday Service, April 07 – 6:00 PM Sunrise Service, April 09 – 7:00 AM, followed by breakfast Easter Service, April 09 – 11:00 AM

The community is invited to all services! 2960 NY-43, Averill Park. pastor@sandlakebaptistchurch.org for questions.

ZION’S UCC Holy Week Services

Zion’s United Church of Christ, 741 Taborton Road, Sand Lake, NY 12153 will be holding the following services during Holy week.

On Maundy Thursday April 6th there will be a church service at 7pm with Val Gray.

On Easter morning we will be having our annual sunrise service on the shore of Little Bowman Pond at 6:30am with DJ Stevens and breakfast will follow in the Fellowship Hall. Then at 10AM we will have our traditional service with Val Gray officiating.

Light refreshments will be provided. Easter Sunday Service, April 9th at 9:30 AM--Traditional Easter Worship Service. Easter Egg Hunt at 10:15 AM. Any questions may be addressed to nancylaporta18@gmail.com.

Holy Week Services at First United Methodist

Church of East Greenbush

1 Gilligan Rd., East Greenbush. https://fumceg.org

Phone: 518-477-9693.

April 2: Palm Sunday : 8:30, 9:3:0 and 11:00 Easter Egg Hunt.

April 6: Maundy Thursday service includes a light supper from 6 pm to 7:30 PM. Pastor Danyal will prepare a Mediterranean meal for all. The supper will be concluded by Holy Communion. Also, Holy Thursday service includes the Passion of Christ and sacred music.

April 7: Good Friday service includes Cantata by the FUMC choir. Harvest of Sorrows will be the 2023 cantata.

April 9: Easter Sunrise Service at the outdoor chapel 6:30 and one Easter service at 9:30

Food Trucks Return

We are excited to kick off a return to warm weather at the Church of the Covenant in Averill Park with the return of our Food Truck events on Tuesday, April 11! Livin’ the Dream, Gourmeli’s Taste and E.A.T.S. With Emmett will be cooking up the items you’ve loved and some new and unusual specialties in the upper lot from 4:00-7:00 for take out or to enjoy at outdoor seating with neighbors, friends and family.

Homemade desserts will be for sale and Will Welling and friends will be back with their traditional instruments and music which inspired more than a few people to kick up their heels! There will be indoor seating if the weather does not cooperate. We look forward to welcoming you! Handicapped parking will be available off Orient Ave. with general parking in the lower lot.

Grace UMC Pie Sale

Grace United Methodist Church, 42 Church Street (US Rt. 20) Nassau has scheduled their annual Pie Sale Fundraiser. Eight delightful varieties will be offered at the price of $16 each.

All pies will be available frozen with baking instructions included. Orders are being accepted now through April 9th, with pick-up available at the Church Saturday, April 29 from noon – 1 pm.

Please contact Nancy at (518) 766-2387 or Marcia (518) 766-4746 to place your order.

Woodlawn Cemetery Winter Cleanup

For lot owners in the Woodland Cemetery of East Schodack - Please remove any winter decorations and wreaths before April 15, 2023. The winter cleanup will begin on that date, and all remaining decorations will be discarded.

Troy Kiwanis Annual Chicken BBQ

The Kiwanis Club of Troy is again holding their annual Chicken BBQ. It will again be at St. Michael’s Church at 175 Williams Road next to HVCC, on Friday, May 12th from 4-6pm.

All dinners are freshly barbequed on site, that day, & packaged for take-out.

They include a half chicken, baked potato, coleslaw and cornbread. All dinners are $15.00

All monies go to fund Troy area children’s projects!!

GREAT FOOD FOR A GREAT CAUSE!!

Call to reserve your dinners, because we will sell out that day!! Call Dean at 518-322-0826

Thanks for assisting us to make an impact in our community!!

Good Friday Clam Chowder Sale

Manhattan Clam Chowder is on sale at Center Brunswick United Methodist Church, 990 Hoosick Road, Troy.

Pick up will be Good Friday, April 7 from 11-1. This will be a pre-order, drive thru event. Chowder is $12.00 per quart, payable at pick up. Place your order by calling Kathleen at (518) 528-6725. Thank you for your support.

VFW Pancake Breakfast

Help Support your local Veterans! The Public is welcome!

VFW Post 7338, East Greenbush, 100 Hayes Road

Sunday, April 16, 2023, 9 am to 11 am. Eat in or takeout.

Breakfast includes Buttermilk Pancakes, French Toast, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausages, Home Fries, Corned Beef Hash, Toast, Coffee, Tea, Water and Assorted Juices.

Adults - $12.00, Children 6 to 12 - $5.00, Children

Under 6 – Free.

We will have a drawing, for over $1000 worth of prizes!

There are about 15 items in all and chance to win one of 5

Emmanuel Reformed Church

Easter Egg Hunt

Emmanuel Reformed Church of Castleton, will be having their Easter Egg Hunt, on Saturday, April 8th starting at 10:00 AM.

This will be a fun time for kids from toddler to teens. Not only is there a traditional Egg Hunt, there will also be a scavenger hunt for older kids to discover more about Easter.

This event is being held at Emmanuel Reformed Church, 1150 Maple Hill Road, Castleton, NY 12033. Come join us for the Hunt!!

Gilead’s Community Easter Egg Hunt

Gilead Lutheran Church has just received a note from the Easter Bunny. He has discovered more eggs that were supposed to go the egg hunt on April 1st. He plans to drop them off during Holy Week. This means April 8th will be the date for Gilead’s Community Easter Egg Hunt. The time will be from 10:00 AM to Noon.

Gilead is located at the intersection of Route 7 & 278 in Center Brunswick.

Center Brunswick Fire Company Spring Fling Vendor and Craft Fair

Join us Saturday, April 22nd at the Center Brunswick Fire House, 1045 Hoosick Road, Center Brunswick (across from the Town Hall), from 9AM-2PM, for our Spring Fling Vendor & Craft Fair.

This event will feature many local crafters and vendors for your Mother’s Day shopping needs. There will also be raffles, 50/50, free admission and parking.

Music Festival at Gilead Lutheran

Gilead Lutheran Church, located at the junction of Route 7 & 278 in Center, will host a Spring Music Festival on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at 6:30 PM. We are currently looking for singers, musicians or any groups that would like to participate.

All types of music are welcome both secular and religious. The aim to have a fun night out and enjoy some fellowship. A dessert reception will follow. If you are interested in participating, please contact John Shanahan @ 518-526-1478

Elvis Is Back In Brunswick

Donnie Elvis returns to the Brunswick Elk’s Lodge # 2556, 665 Brunswick Rd. (Rt.2) Brunswick.

Saturday, April 15th at 6:00 PM

There will be a cash bar, music & dancing from 6:00-8:00 PM, bring your own snacks. Show starts at 8:00 PM. Cost is $10.00 per person. For reservations call Theresa 518 898-1224.

prizes for $5.

Of course, donations are always welcome and very much appreciated!

Please order in advance before Sunday’s Breakfast for take-out by emailing us at VFWpost7338@gmail.com or calling 518-477-7770 and leave a message with your name, number and the desired pickup time.

There is no one at the Post to return your call. Your message is forwarded to another number which is checked the day before the breakfast.

Thank you for your support!

Pork Roast Dinner Returning to Schaghticoke Presbyterian Church

The Presbyterian United Church in partnership with Diver Library will hold a Pork Roast Dinner on Saturday, April 29. Tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for kids under 10. Takeouts will be available starting at 4:30 pm and dinner seating will begin at 5:00 pm and close at 6:15 pm. For more information see Schaghticoke Presbyterian Church Facebook page or Diver Library Facebook page. To purchase your tickets or make reservations contact Lynne Hardy lenhardyny@gmail.com.

Spring 2023 Chicken Bar-B-Q

The Evangelical Lutheran Church of Poestenkill, 772 Route 351,Poestenkill, NY 12140 will hold our Spring 2023 Chicken Bar-B-Q on Saturday, May 6th at the church with a Drive-Thru, Take-Out Only dinner.

The meal consists of: 1/2 chicken, baked potato, green beans, Cole slaw, cranberry sauce, roll and choice of Cherry or Lemon Meringue pie for dessert for a donation of $17 per meal.

Pick-up time begins at 4:30 pm and ends at 6 pm. We strongly encourage you to pre-order your meals early by calling (518) 283-6045. Reservations are suggested as our last dinner sold out. Thank you for your support.

Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus

Spaghetti and Meatball Dinner

On Saturday, April 22nd 2023, the Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus along with Steve and Jude Chiera are hosting a Spaghetti and Meatball Dinner at the Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus Council, 328 Troy Schenectady Road.

Serving from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. Dine In and Take Out options are available!

Menu; Tossed Salad, Italian Bread, Spaghetti and Meatballs and Dessert.

Reservations 518 892 3750 or 518 783 0572, $15 per person.

Final Lenten Fish Fry Dinner at Brunswick Elk’s Lodge

April 7th . Fish Fry Dinner to include french fries, chowder, cole slaw & dessert. Starting at 5:30, eat in or take out, $15.00.

Call Mike at 518 286 1645 for reservations.

Hope 7 Food Pantry Fundraiser at the Brunswick Elk’s Lodge 2556

Charity dinner at Brunswick Elk’s Lodge, Rt. 2, Eagle Mills (665 Brunswick Rd.) Monday, April 17th, starting at 5:30, $15.00.

Stuffed chicken breasts, mashed potatoes, vegetable, rolls & dessert. Eat in or take out. Reservations are encouraged, call Mike at 518 286-1645.

First Reformed Church Community Dinners

The First Reformed Church (corner of NYS Route 66 and Church St in Wynantskill) will be providing free pasta dinners once again.

The dinners will be available every Wednesday evening from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm and will be drive-thru take out only event. No reservations are needed.

Factors That Can Delay Your Renovation

Homeowners who decide to renovate one or more rooms in their homes may be excited about the changes that are in store. Even simple modifications to paint color or accessories can change the look of a space. Larger renovations can produce even more dramatic effects. When contractors provide cost estimates, they may

predict how long they expect the job to take from start to finish. It is impossible to plan for every scenario, however. Jobs may be delayed for various reasons, and it’s rarely the fault of the contractor. Here are some reasons a renovation could experience snags along the way.

• Preexisting conditions: Opening up walls or removing flooring could reveal hidden problems. These include prior insect damage, leaks and water issues, asbestos, mold, or even pests. The presence of unforeseen issues will require remediation that can extend the project timeline.

• Schedule backup: Contractors often have busy schedules. When one job experiences delays, that causes a domino effect on others on the calendar. Homeowners should realize that the estimated start date of their own project is just an estimate and not necessarily set in stone.

• Lack of materials: Builders sometimes have difficulty procuring materials from vendors. Whether it’s concrete or a special-order appliance, the contractor is at the mercy of the vendor. If there are shipping delays or other issues, the job will have to be pushed back. Many steps to a project hinge on the one before. For example, walls cannot be put up until electrical work and plumbing has been completed.

• Prior errors: Corrections may need to be made to what a previous contractor or even the homeowner did. Problems need to be fixed or they may compromise the look and safety of the project. Issues may arise if prior renovations were not done to code.

• Obtaining permits: The application process for obtaining permits can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months depending on the municipality and the scale of the project. Long permit lead times can delay the start of the job.

• Weather: Mother Nature can affect everything from the availability of materials to the job itself, particularly if work is being done outdoors.

• Finances: The overall cost of the job may change, especially if issues arise during the work. If funds dry up, the project may stall.

Certain factors can affect how long a renovation project will take. Homeowners should know that timelines are estimates and not set in stone.

The Role of Nature in Home Design in the Years Ahead

Outdoor living spaces were prioritized during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, when public gatherings were greatly limited and individuals were urged to stay home as much as possible. Such demands have had a ripple effect on various industries, including home design.

According to a survey conducted by the New Home Trends Institute in collaboration with Pro Builder, 58 percent of the more than 300 residential architects, designers and design-minded builders who participated said connection to the outdoors/nature will be an important influence on their design choices in the years to come. In addition, 45 percent of respondents indicated increased attention will be afforded to outdoor entertaining spaces.

So what might the outdoor spaces of homes built in the not-so-distant future look like? Respondents to the survey anticipated a growing demand for various built-in outdoor features, including:

• Firepits or fireplaces

• Outdoor kitchens

• Gazebos or pergolas

• Pools

• Spas or hot tubs

Though trends and consumer demands are ever-shifting, architects and designers are anticipating that future homeowners will want more developed outdoor living spaces and greater access to nature, which is something current homeowners can keep in mind when renovating their properties.

North Greenbush - Route 4 Corridor

On Monday, March 27, the Town of East Greenbush, Town of North Greenbush, and Capital District Transportation Committee hosted a meeting about the Route 4 Corridor Study [www.nyroute4study.com]. Thank you DeFreestville Fire Station for hosting the meeting. The meeting was well attended. During the mini-visioning session, the project managers requested feedback about our “likes” and “dislikes” of Route 4.

I encourage everyone to take the survey [Research. net/r/Route4study]. What changes to do you want to see along Route 4? What do you want to retain or keep?

I think a CDTA bus route that runs the full length of Route 4 is necessary. Traffic was a concern at the

Spring Break Activites & Events at Poestenkill Library

Looking for something fun to do this spring break? Head to the library!

We have activities for all ages planned all week long.

Monday, 4/10 - Rock the Expedition. Stop by the library any time between 10:00 - 1:00 to create kindness rocks. Then spread them throughout the Upper Hudson Library System on your road trip adventure during the 2023 UHLS Library Expedition. Open to all ages. No registration required. Visit https://uhls.org/expedition/Expedition_home. pdf for more details on the Library Expedition!

Tuesday, 4/11 - DIY

Scratch Art Bookmarks. Drop in to the children’s room between 1:00 - 8:00 to make your own scratch art bookmark! Even though this activity is set up in the children’s room, it is open to all ages. Supplies are available on a first come, first serve basis. No registration required.

Wednesday, 4/12 -

Author visit with Nick Eliopulos, 6:00 PM. Nick is the author of three officially licensed Minecraft chapter book series; the Woodsword Chronicles, the Stonesword Saga, and the Zombies! trilogy. He also wrote the Spirit Animals Book of Shane series, and is the co-author of the Adventurers Guild trilogy. This program is open to all ages, but Nick’s talk and related activity would be best suited to elementary aged children. Registration is required as space is limited. Please register by calling the library at 518-283-3721.Thursday, 4/13 - Teen Pinch Pots & Macramé Hangers, 3:30 PM. Teens! Grab a friend and head to the library to make pinch pots and mini macramé hangers. No prior macramé experience needed. This is a beginner level project. All supplies will be provided, but registration is required to ensure that we have enough for everyone. You can register by calling the library at 518-283-3721 or by adding your name to the sign up sheet in the library.

Friday, 4/14 - Storytime with Miss Erin, 10:15 AM. Children and their guardians are invited to join Miss Erin for stories and crafts every Friday at 10:15 AM

Events at Castleton Public Library, 4/9 - 4/15

CPL is located at 85 S. Main St., Castleton, NY. All events are free. Questions? Call 518-732-0879.

Events & Take-Home

Kit:

Take & Make Craft: Earth Crafts - Pick up anytime now through Saturday, 4/29 - Celebrate Earth Day by making the fun crafts and decorations in this kit!

Perler Bead CraftsMon., 4/10, 12:00 - 6:00pm - Use your imagination to make awesome creations with perler beads! All ages welcome.

Cool Science: Polishing Pennies - Tues., 4/11, 3:00 - 5:00pm - Join us to learn about the science that makes a dirty penny shiny

again! Pajama StorytimeTues., 4/11, 6:00pm - Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffed animal friend to this evening storytime! For ages birth to 8 years.

Chair Yoga - Weds., 4/12, 10:00am - With instructor Judi England. Chair yoga is a fun, accessible way to reduce stress and to build flexibility, balance, and strength. For all levels of ability & challenges. Bring a yoga tie (or a necktie, belt, or a piece of fabric), and wear comfortable clothing. Registration is required as seats are limited. Call 518-732-0879 or email director@castletonpubliclibray.org.

Kids Cook: PB&J Tacos - Weds., 4/12, 4:00pmJoin us to make delicious bread tacos using peanut butter, jelly, fruit, graham crackers, and honey!

Friends of CPL Meeting - Weds., 4/12, 5:30pm - All are welcome!

Learn & Play Storytime - Thurs., 4/13, 10:30am

- Children from birth to age 5 are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement while building their early literacy and motor skills!

Teen Time: Magazine

Bead Jewelry - Thurs.,

meeting and this would partially assist with some traffic issues. Biking was raised by many. I too would like to see either a protected bike lane or a near parallel bike trail. For a bike trail, utilizing the right of way of the power lines long Route 4 could also be an option.

This is your chance to provide input. They want to hear from you. I urge you to fill out the survey [Research. net/r/Route4study] so the project can meet the needs and desires of North Greenbush.

Michael Myer, North Greenbush

What’s the Plan for Nature?

I went to the well attended public presentation on Route 4 March 27 at the Defreestville Firehouse. Some-

4/13, 4:00pm - For teens in 6th-12th grades.

Bridge Club - Fri., 4/14, 10:30am

Paper Tulips - Fri, 4/14, 11:00am - 2:00pm - Celebrate spring by making art featuring simple origami tulips! All ages welcome.

Marshmallow Peeps Slime - Sat., 4/15, 11:00am - 3:00pm

North Greenbush

Public Library

Update

Ready for some Spring Break Fresh Air Fun? We are! Wednesday, April 12 will feature an outdoor scavenger hunt for children at the library from 10-4, with lawn games and sidewalk chalk fun. Rain?

Don’t worry! Friday, April 14 is our rain date.

Our Lego Club resumes Monday, April 10, from 5:30 to 6:30, in the library’s Children’s Room.

Come to Storytime in the Town Hall Annex every Tuesday morning at 11 AM; Thursday “Crafternoons” continue in the library’s Children’s Room from 3-5 PM. April Crafternoon projects will all be “spring” themed.

Problems with your digital devices? Don’t get mad, get knowledgeable, with help from Delia Hubbard, Digital Literacy

Educator from Cornell Cooperative Extension, on Wednesday, April 19 at 1 PM. Drop in with your laptop, tablet, or smartphone. Call the library to reserve a spot or drop in.

Library hours are Monday-Friday, 10 AM to 7 PM and Saturday, 10 AM to 2 PM. Call 518-283-0303 for information.

Nassau Free Library April Events

Please call the library to register for programs. (518)766-2715 Storytime!- Wednesdays 10:30 am

Craft Night: Beginner Embroidery Part II Tuesday, 4/11 6 pm. (Must have attended part I to register)

Beginner Yoga- Thursdays 4/13, 4/20, 4/27 @ 6 pm Space is limited please register.

Friends Scrabble

Tournament- Sunday 4/16, 2-4pm Chandler Young VFW, on Route 20 in Nassau.

Chair Yoga- Mon. 4/17 1:30-2:15 pm

Knitting Night!- Tues. 4/18 6 pm

LEGO Club- Tues. 4/18 6 pm

Open Mic Night-Friday, 4/21 6 pm

Tweens and Teens: Bagels & Booktok- Sat.,

one in the audience advocated for less development. There was applause from many present.

Comprehensive Plans are ineffective in preserving natural areas unless zoning codes protect “undeveloped” natural areas.

Municipal governments approve zoning codes. What will be left of the character of a locality at our present rate of building homes and businesses?

The Department of Environmental Conservation Hudson River Estuary Program is presenting a workshop: Planning for Nature in your Community. It’s April 27, 6 pm, Bethlehem Public Library. Stay tuned for updates on how the public is defining and protecting the natural areas they care about.

Sheree Cammer, Wynantskill

4/22 11am

Birding Walk- Mon., 4/24, 9 am Meet by Village Commons Pavilion in the Village of Nassau.

Nassau Free Library

Book Club- Tues., 4/25 6 pm Bring Your Own Device

Event-Wed. 4/26 2-3 pm

2023 Upper Hudson Library Expedition 4/3 - 7/31

Visit Us On Facebook & the web at www.nassaufreelibrary.org for more details.

Finding Fire

Children’s Program

Looking for a family-friendly activity over

the April vacation? Come meet local author Logan S. Kline on Saturday, April 15, at 11:00 at the Sand Lake Town Library. Logan will read his book Finding Fire and show examples of the original artwork used in the book. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and make self-illuminating torches to bring home. Don’t worry, no actual fire will be used for this project! Please contact the library at (518) 674-5050 or email Jill Rembetski at SLTLfriends@gmail.com with any questions. Sponsored by the SLTL Friends.

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sales, according to his LinkedIn profile. His Instagram account, which is private, says he is an amateur golfer and above-average chef. He has a separate Instagram account for his French bulldog, Bane.

After reaching the final four with bachelor Zach Shallcross during the just recently wrapped 27th season of “The Bachelor,” Lawson was named the new bachelorette. Lawson is a 27-year-old child-and-family therapist from Columbus, Ga.

The ABC series is known to have launched many people into the world of podcasting and influencing — if you get enough screen time to be noticed. Each week involves one-on-one dates and group dates, with the bachelorette narrowing down the men to eventually find the one she wants to be engaged to. At some point in taping, the men leave California and are whisked away to locales internationally in the final weeks of the show.

If you are picked as one of the final four men, you take them home to meet your family.

And if a contestant is cast on the summer spin-off “Bachelor in Paradise” — where men and women from both “The Bachelor” and “The Bachelorette” get a “second-chance” to find love in Mexico — the exposure only grows.

Kids Yoga at the Library (Main) Wednesday, April 12, 2:00 pm Practice some mindful movement with yoga instructor Allie! For ages 7-12.

Tech Help at the Lansingburgh Branch - Thursday, Apr. 13, 2:00 p.m. Drop in with your laptop, tablet, or smart phone to get help with your device. Reserve a 15-minute time slot at (518) 235-5310.

Minecraft, Your Craft (Main) Thursday, Apr. 13, 3:00 pm Learn how to find inspiration in video games to write stories and make your own heroes and villains. For ages 7-11.

Greenbush Historical Society Presents “Fun On Two Wheels: A Short History of the Bicycle”

Plan to join the Greenbush Historical Society on Sunday, April 16, 2 PM, at the East Greenbush Community Library.

Our speaker is David Chinery who will present a short history of bicycles dating from 1815 to 1900. The bicycle is an incredibly simple machine by today’s standards but it took a long time to develop. Bicycles in use during this period include the draisine, the velocipede, the boneshaker, the high wheel, and the safety bicycle.

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bany) for a discussion of these two days of remembrance and their unique roles in navigating the loss and the legacy of the Holocaust.

The East Greenbush Community Library is located at 10 Community Way, East Greenbush NY 12061. Visit us at eglibrary.org or call us at 518-477-7476.

Troy Public Library Events 4/7 to 4/14

Troy Public Library (Main) is located at 100 2nd Street, Troy, NY. The Lansingburgh Branch is located at 27 114th Street, Troy, NY. All events are free and open to the public. Registration may be required and is designated with an “RR.” Call (518) 274-7071 or head to www. thetroylibrary.org.

Storytime Learn and Play – Friday, April 7, 9-10 (Lansingburgh) Thursday April 13, 10:30-11:15 (Main). We will share stories, songs, movements and more! For children ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Monday Matinee (Main) Monday, April 10, 2 pm - A free showing of a fun Pixar film! The movie starts at 2pm on Monday, snacks will be provided. For children and families.

Family Game Night - Mon, April 10, 5:30-7:30 (Main) Play our board games or bring your own! For children and families.

Lego Brick Builders – Mon April 10, 3:30-4:30 p.m. (Lansingburgh) and Wednesday April 12, 6-7pm (Main). Join us for some lightly structured Lego fun! Legos provided. For ages 5 and up.

Rock Painting (Main) Tuesday, April 11, 1pm - Make decorations and get creative with some rocks and paint! Ages 3 and up.

Healthy Tasty Snacks! (Lansingburgh) Tuesday, April 11, 4 to 5pm SNAP-Ed NY in collaboration with The Food as Medicine Program will present recipe demos, tips and tricks, and budgeting for healthy eating.

Along with an impact on transportation, the development of the bicycle brought about social changes for both men and women. On display will be a Columbia bicycle, the most modern of the year 1898, which lacks one of today’s most crucial bicycle elements.

All GHS programs are free and open to the public but registration at the library is required. Please call 518477-7476 to register.

Annual Scrabble Tournament

The Friends of the Nassau Free Library announce their annual Scrabble Tournament, Sunday, April 16 2023 to be held at the William Chandler Young VFW on Rt. 20, Nassau, NY 12123.

Doors open at 1:30 PM, bring your team or join a team at the event. Admission is just $10.00 per adult purchased ahead at the library or $15.00 at the door.

Don’t have a scrabble game – no problem, scrabble games will be available. This is a team activity and not like regular scrabble, but if you have never played in the scrabble tournament before not to worry we have instructors on hand to get you started. Also come and bid on Brown Bag raffle items donated by the community. Prizes will be awarded and light snacks and beverages will be served.

Tickets are available at the Nassau Free Library or at the door. Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and there is handicap access. A benefit for the Nassau Free Library

Spring Used Book Sale

EAST GREENBUSH LIBRARY SPRING BOOK

AND MEDIA SALE - Thousands of used books, DVDs, audiobooks, and puzzles for adults and children. Huge selection, low prices! Cash, check, or credit card accepted. Friday, April 21 - Noon - 5:30 PM; Saturday, April 22 - 10 AM - 4:00 PM; Sunday, April 23 - BAG SALE - Noon - 3 PM. Proceeds to benefit the East Greenbush Community Library.

Master Gardeners Seeking Used Gardening Tools

Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Master Gardeners are seeking good quality used gardening tools for their “Garden Hand Tool Sale” fundraiser slated for Saturday, May 20. All sorts of garden-related hand tools, attractive pots, and other useful items will be gratefully accepted. No electrical tools, motorized items, pesticides or plastic pots, please! Items can be dropped off at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush on Thursday afternoon, April 20, or by arrangement on weekdays in April.

Please contact David at (518) 272-4210 or dhc3@cornell.edu to arrange to donate or for more information. Proceeds from the sale support Master Gardener educational programs. For more information on Extension’s gardening programs visit http://ccerensselaer.org/

NEWSPAPER DELIVERY POSITIONS AVAILABLE (ALBANY NY)

COMPENSATION: BASED ON NUMBER OF NEWSPAPERS DELIVERED - PART-TIME

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If you are available during daytime hours Tuesday through Fridays to deliver newspapers, this is a great opportunity to work as an independent contractor and supplement your income. We currently have routes available in various parts of the Albany, NY Metropolitan area.

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS MUST HAVE:

- ANDROID SMART PHONE

- VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE

- PROOF OF INSURANCE

- SOCIAL SECURITY CARD

- RELIABLE VEHICLE AND ACCESS TO A BACK-UP IF NEEDED

- MUST BE 18 YEARS OR OLDER

YOU MUST BE AVAILABLE TO PICK-UP

THE NEWSPAPERS EVERY TUESDAY, AND COMPLETE ALL DELIVERIES BY FRIDAY AT 5PM

CONTRACTORS CAN SIGN UP FOR MORE THAN ONE ROUTE TO INCREASE PROFIT.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO APPLY PLEASE EMAIL: customerservicealbanyny@gmail.com

Please include Name, City you live in, Phone Number, and type of Vehicle you have. If you have any newspaper delivery experience, please tell us what experience you have had.

TownofGrafton

The TownofGraftonisseekingapplicantstofillthepositionofYouthDirector. Dutiesincludebutarenotlimitedto:PlanningandSupervisingeventsandactivities fortheyouthofthetown,Interviewing/HiringofcounselorsforPrograms as needed,Maintainingrecordsandfilingpaperworkwiththeproperdepartmentsasneeded.InterestedcandidatesareaskedtosubmitaLetterofInterest withResumeto–GraftonTownClerk,POBoxG,GraftonNY12082.Resumes will beaccepteduntilthepositionisfilled.VictoriaBurdick,TownClerk

PARTTIME

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BARTENDER-Minimum2yearsexperience&DISHWASHER. Mustbeavailableweekends.

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COMMUNITYEVENTS

Bailey Mtn.Fish&GameClubSeeking vendorsforSportsman Rendevous &CraftFair. 5/7/2023.ContactMikeafter 4PM, (518)860-0825orLeslie (518) 269-7614

WANTEDTOBUY

AAA-Antiques Antiques wanted.Paintings, furniture, glassware,silver/gold jewelry, toys,jazzalbums, nautical items,andvintage watches. Icometoyou! (518) 424-4626

GENERALNOTICES

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ACCOUNTING&PAYROLL SienaGrad.25+yrs.exp.No jobtoosmall.(518)475-8782. www.accountingdave.com

APPLIANCEREPAIR Washers,dryers,fridge,ranges, etc.Prompt-guaranteedrepairs. MikeHorowitz(518)477-8378

CARPENTER DECKS,PORCHES,GARAGES &ADDITIONS.35+YRS.EXP. (518)928-1372

CARS-WEBUYJUNKCARS Top$paid.Cashonthespot! Freeremoval.Callortextfora freequote!(518)779-5497

CASHFORMETAL/CARS Webuyfarmequip.,metal,cars. Wehavetheequip.totakecareof bigjobs.Highestpricespaid.Demolition.Towing&transportavail. Partoftheproceedsgototheveterans. (518)339-8710

DIVORCE $389.00-Uncontested MakeDivorceEasy–only1 Signature,Inc.poorperson app.Info:(518)274-0380

DUMPSTERRENTALS Allsizesavailable.Also,dump trailerforthetrickyspots.Laboravailablefordemo&loading.Partoftheproceedsgoto theveterans.(518)339-8710

DUMPSTERS

Lowestratespossible6,8,10,12,15, 20,25,30yardsizes. EdLaplacaW.S.L.Cell(518)378-1080

FASTFIXHEATING andPLUMBINGLLC 24hr.service,fullyins.32yrs. exp.Installs/replacements,tuneups,troubleshooting.Fixing allyourheating&plumbing needs.(518)256-1346

FRIDHOLMPAINTING

INTERIORPAINTING-Oneor multi-roomprojects.Popcorn andCathedralCeilings.2-story foyersandkitchencabinets. Exteriorpaintingprojects,too. Freeestimates.CALLUSAT (518)330-9507orvisitusat www.FridholmPainting.com. WeLoveWhatWeDo!

HANDYMAN 35yrs.exp.Kitchens,baths, carpentry,plumbing,electrical, etc.Heating&Hotwatersystemsinstallation,service&repair.Fullyins.(518)727-9077

HANDYMAN/PAINTER Allflooring,roofing,carpentry. Freeest.Fastresponse.Int/Ext. (518)833-4608

HANDYMAN Remodeling,carpentry,decks, porches,masonry,int./ext. paint,fences,doors/windows. Fullyins.25yrsexp. (518)669-0814

HOUSECLEANING Calltoday foranestimateona one-timedeepcleaningorregularly scheduledcleanings.Excellent references. Linda(518)222-9734

HOUSECLEANING

Dependable,thorough.Exc. ref’s.PerfectPremisesHouse Cleaning,Jill(518)727-1342

HOUSECLEANING

Weekly,Biweekly,Monthly. Reliable,reasonablerates, ref’s.Freeest.(518)477-3588

JUNKREMOVAL&DEMO Oiltanks,hottubs,pools, sheds,barns,houses,fence& retainingwallremoval,yard cleanup.Res./comm.cleanout &organize.Fullyequippedto handleanyjob.(518)339-8710. Partoftheproceedsgotothe veterans.

LEGALNOTICES

EB INNOVATIONS,LLC(the “LLC”)filedArticlesofOrganization withtheSecretaryof State ofNewYork(“SSNY”) on February22,2023.LLC office location:Rensselaer County. TheSSNYhasbeen designated asagentofthe LLC uponwhomprocess against itmaybeserved. The SSNYshallmailacopy of anyprocessservedto LLC, c/oEricM.Beskid,24 Cayuga Ct,AverillPark,NY 12018. Purpose:anylawful activity.

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COMPANY.

NAME:JRT OPTICAL LLC.ArticlesofOrganizationwerefiledwiththe Secretary ofStateofNew York(SSNY)onJanuary31, 2023. Officelocation:Rensselaer County.SSNYhas been designatedasagentof theLLCuponwhomprocess against itmaybeserved. SSNY shallmailacopyof processtoJustinTenczar,10 Plante Lane,Troy,NY12180.

Purpose: Foranylawfulpurpose.

NOTICEOFFORMATION OFLIMITEDLIABILITY

COMPANY.NAME: CollinsDesign&BuildLLC. ArticlesofOrganizationwere filedwiththeSecretaryof StateofNewYork(SSNY)on 12/07/2022.Officelocation: RensselaerCounty.SSNY hasbeendesignatedas agentoftheLLCuponwhom processagainstitmaybe served.SSNYshallmaila copyofprocessto1Tracey CourtTroyNY12180.Purpose:Foranylawfulpurpose.

NOTICEOFFORMATION

OFLIMITEDLIABILITY

COMPANY.NAME: Christine’sChicSipsLLC.ArticlesofOrganizationwere filedwiththeSecretaryof StateofNewYork(SSNY)on February15,2023.Officelocation:RensselaerCounty. SSNYhasbeendesignated asagentoftheLLCupon whomprocessagainstitmay beserved.SSNYshallmaila copyofprocessto20WashingtonSt,Rensselaer,NY 12144.Purpose:Foranylawfulpurpose.

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OFLIMITEDLIABILITY

COMPANY.NAME:Canine BehaviorConsultants.ArticlesofOrganizationwere filedwiththeSecretaryof StateofNewYork(SSNY)on January19,2023.Officelocation:RensselaerCounty. SSNYhasbeendesignated asagentoftheLLCupon whomprocessagainstitmay beserved.SSNYshallmaila copyofprocessto28JohnsonLane,AverillPark,NY 12018.Purpose:Foranylawfulpurpose.

NSAENTERPRISELLCArt. OfOrg.FiledSec.ofStateof NY2/22/2023.Off.Loc.:RensselaerCo.SSNYdesignatedasagentuponwhomprocessagainstitmaybeserved. SSNYtomailcopyofprocess totheLLC,448Hoosick Street,Troy,NY12180,USA. Purpose:Anylawfulactor activity.

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Come join us for many seasonal events. As we continue with Lent, we will have the Stations of the Cross at noon on Fridays, led by Deacons Bill and Sandra Tatem. From 5 to 6 pm on Friday, March 31st (which is also Troy Night Out) we invite you to our last candlelight meditation until Advent. In the beauty of our candlelit sanctuary, we will sit in silence, with music playing intermittently by Lauren Hunn on the piano. Those who attend can bring home a lavender jar candle to prolong their meditation at home.

Holy Week Schedule:

Maundy Thursday, April 6: 5:30 pm simple meal, liturgy at 7 pm

Good Friday, April 7, Stations of the Cross at noon, God Friday liturgy at 7 pm

Easter Sunday, April 9. Holy Eucharist at 8 and 10 am;

Easter Egg hunt follows the 10 a.m. service.

The Sunday 8 a.m. spoken service follows a more ancient Eucharistic Rite in Elizabethan English. The 10

LANDSCAPING Mowing,landscapes,mulch, yorkraking,crusherrun,drivewayrepairs.15+yrs.exp.(518) 361-0498,(518)701-3772

LAWNCARE Acceptingnewcustomersfor mowingandtrimming.Yard ArtLandscapeConcierge (518)674-0817

LAWNMOWERREPAIR Prompt,guar.repairsonmost brands.P/u,del.MikeHorowitz (518)477-8378

LONGARMQUILTINGSERVICE Doyouhaveaquilttopwaiting tobeturnedintoafamily treasure?Icanmakethathappen.CollarCityQuiltWorks (518)944-4069

MASONRY&LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION Newinstallations&old restorations.Fullyinsured. John(518)269-6804

MASONRY-ReddenMasonry Allphases,new&old.Brick, block,concrete,stonework. Fullyins.Shawn518-577-0962

MOUNTAINVIEWLandscaping SpringClean-Ups.Mulch,Rock, Plants,Mowing,TreeRemoval/ Pruning,BrushRemoval/ Hauling.Call(518)330-0504

PLUMBING,HEATING&ELEC. License,Cert.&Exp. Service,Repairs,Installs, (518)283-2331

ROOFING Allphasesofroofing&repairs. Shingle,Metal,SlateRepairs, TorchDown/epdm,FlatRoofs, ChimneyRepairs&Rebuilds, ChimneySweeping&Rooftop SnowRemoval.24/7EmergencyRepairs.AcceptingCredit Cards.Fullylicensed&insured. CallDEPENDABLEROOFING foraFREEEstimate. (413)281-5655,(413)441-1380

ROOFING Specializinginarchitectural, 3tab,metal,cedarshakes&repairs.Freeest.(518)378-6298

SEPTICCLEANING SANDLAKESEPTIC Tankscleaned,repair,new installation.(518)674-3000

RICHMAHOGANYLLC NameoftheLimitedLiability CompanyisRichMahogany LLCarticlesoforganizationof theLLCfiledwithSecretary ofState(SSNY)on12/ 09/2022,purposeoftheLLC istoengageinanylawfulact oractivity,theofficeinRensselaerCounty,thestreet addressoftheprincipalbusinesslocationis2900Fifth Ave,Troy,NY12180,SSNY designatedagentofLLC uponwhomprocessagainstit maybeserved,addressto whichtheSSNYshallmail processtoisRichMahogany LLC,2900FifthAve,Troy, NY12180.

SIXPILLARSHEALTH NURSEPRACTITIONERIN FAMILYHEALTH,PLLCArt. OfOrg.FiledSec.ofStateof NY1/24/2023.Off.Loc.:RensselaerCo.SSNYdesignatedasagentuponwhomprocessagainstitmaybeserved. SSNYtomailcopyofprocess toThePLLC,106Menemsha Lane,Wynantskill,NY12198, USA.Purpose:Nursepractitionerinfamilyhealth.

LEGALNOTICETO RESIDENTSOF THEAVERILLPARK–SANDLAKEFIREDISTRICT #2, TOWNOFSANDLAKE, COUNTYOFRENSSELAER, NEWYORK REQUESTFORLAWN CAREBIDS

TheAverillPark-Sand LakeFireDistrict#2,invites thesubmissionofbidsfor lawncareforthe2023season.Requestsforcopies ofthebidspecifications andanyquestionsshallbe directedtotheDistrictSecretaryatrblaauw@nycap.rr. com. Bidproposalsmustbereceivedby6:00pmonTuesday,April11,2023inthe formatspecified.Proposalsaretobesubmittedto: AverillPark–SandLake FireDistrict#2,2023Lawn CareBidProposal,POBox 116,AverillPark,NY12018. Proposalswillbeopened andtheproposedprices

SEPTICSERVICES Pumping,repairs,installations. Sewer&draincleanin. A.P.Septic.(518)674-0908

SEPTICSERVICE Tankscleaned,grouprates avail.Callaneighbor! Gene(518)674-5223

STARROOFING AlltypesofResidentialRoofing.26Yearsinbusiness.Fully Insured,Bonded,Factoryand OSHAcertified.(518)449-3422 orstarroofing.net

STUMP’NGRIND Stumpgrindingservice,big orsmall,insured&backyard accessible. (518)301-5712

TREESERVICE (518)312-8005,(518)674-2444 DonBradleyJr.Brush,tree, shrubremoval&trimming.Alsosmallbuildingdemolition. Insured&experienced.

TREESERVICE C&STreeandProperty Services.Freeests.Insured. SeanFinn(518)491-4206

TREESERVICE& EXCAVATION Driveways,Waterlines& Ponds.Freeest.Farmrates. Quickservice.518-423-6885

TREESERVICE Scheffler’sTreeService.Removal,pruning,trimming.Ins. Freeest.Bill(518)479-9749

TREE,SHRUB,STUMPSRVC Bucket,crane,chipper,stump removal.Smalljobstomega. Truckingavail.Wesellwood. (518)339-8710

TREE&STUMPREMOVAL Brushhoggingavailable.Free Estimates.Fullyinsured.Call RayatN&RTreeandProperty Services(518)573-1133

UPHOLSTERING CHAIRS,SOFAS,CUSHIONS, OTTOMANS.CALLORTEXT LESLEY(518)466-4773

proposedprices readaloudduringtheregularlyscheduledBoardof FireCommissionersMeetingheldonApril11,2023.

TheAverillPark-Sand LakeFireDistrict#2reservestherighttoreject anyandallproposals.

RobertE.Blaauw FireDistrictSecretary AverillPark-SandLake FireDistrict#2

TOWNOFEAST GREENBUSH HYDRANT/WATERMAIN FLUSHINGSCHEDULE APRIL2023

Mon,April17th–3rdAve Extension&AllStreetsoff ofit;GovernorsSq, Cedarcrest,PlazaView, BirchwoodDevelopment/ ValentineDr,DeerRun,Mill Run,FloraCir,RobinLn.

Tue,April18th–Route 4 (TroyRd)&AllStreetsoffof it;ThompsonHillRd,Tech ValleyDr, Paul&GlazSt,LutherRd, DonnaLynn,OldTroyRoad

a.m. modern Eucharistic Rite is preceded by hymns on the tower chime and is both live-streamed and in-person. Hymns are accompanied on the regal pipe organ, and Communion music is often from contemporary repertoire. Coffee hour follows the 10 a.m. services. Join us!

The Thrift Store thrives. Hours for shopping and dropping off are from 9 to 12 on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. Do stop by!

Our next food pantry, which includes fresh produce, will be Saturday, April 1st, from 10 until noon. All are welcome.

All activities are at 146 1st Street in Troy (518)2745884. The Rector, the Rev. Judith Malionek, can be reached also at rev.jmalionek@stjohnstroy.org.

Rensselaer Co. Home Bureau

You are welcome to join our Spring Community Service Workshop on April 13th @ 10, at First Reformed Church, Wyn.

Bring a covered dish to share and own place settings. Will be working on wheelchair totes, bear sweaters and shirt aprons. Please bring a friend!

NOTICE OF BOND RESOLUTION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bond resolution, 23-003 Acquisition of a new Fire Apparatus, has been adopted by the Board of Fire Commissioners of the South Schodack Fire District, in the Town of Schodack, Rensse-

WANTED-AllAntiques,comic books,musicinstruments,vinylrecords,pocket,watches, oldtoys,oldcoins,oldsigns, artwork,fishingitems,old tools.(518)801-4673

WINDOWCLEANING

Ken’sWindowCleaning.Fully insured.Comm./Res.40-yrs. familyexp.(518)766-4975

PatrickHaleBerghela 4/5/78-8/6/18

HappyBirthdaytooursonand brother.Wemissyousomuch thatcommonwordsjustcannotexpressouremptiness.We havetobelieveyouareina betterplaceandhappy.Havea greatbirthdaywithyourfather andbrother. Weloveandmissyousomuch, MichaelandMaaa

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WANTED-Aplacetocultivate honeybeesintheWynantskill area.Call(518)928-1372

RESIDENTIALWANTED

HomeWanted-PayCashupto $250K.Greenbush/Brunswick area.Mustbeonquietroad,1 acreofland.CallWallyBryce (518-928-1231

IwillsellyourhouseforONLY a3%commission CallYvonneCostanza@Dream StreetProp.518-229-0360

UNFURNISHEDAPARTMENTS

Justlisted.Newlyrenovated, spacious1BR.1stFloor.$1275 Heated.N/P,N/S.BeFirst! WallyBryce(518)928-1231

Lynn,Troy EndingAtIroquoisPl,ColumbiaDr, OldRedMillRd,RedMill Estates,AugustGateDevelopment,OlcottLn, RysedorphLn,OrielLn,UpperAreasofHampton Manor/EasternAveTo Summit Ave. Wed,April19th–All Streets onNorthSideof9/20BetweenElliotRd&Schodack TownLine;AlbanyPl, TamarackLn,GreenwoodDr, ElectricAve,Horizonview Dr,IncludesHuntswood Estates.

Thurs,April20th–All StreetsonSouthSideOf9/ 20fromSchodack Town Line;Middlesex,VanBuren, Bloomingdale,HaysRd, TaylorEstates,Kriss Krossing,ShortEndofPhillipsRd,WyattsCir, Gilligan Rd,TernanAve, Sherwood Park,WoodlandPark, ForestPoint.

Fri,April21st–9/20&BarberDr,CelesteDr,RidgeRd /ProspectHeights,

/ProspectHeights, SherwoodAve/Clinton ParkLowerAreaOfHamptonManorBelow Summit AveIncludingLakeviewAve toRensselaerCityLine. Flushingwillbeginat 8:00 am.Duringflushing, water pressurewillbe reduced. Watermaybecome discoloredduetoiron and manganesedepositsin the mains.Residents should limittheiruseofwater for cookingand laundering duringflushingin their areas. Thankyouforyour cooperation. EastGreenbushWaterDepartment (518)477-9367

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laer County, New York (the “Fire District”) on March 27, 2023. Therefor this proposition is subject to a public vote by qualified voters of the Fire District. A Special Referendum will be held on Tuesday May 2, 2023, at 7:30 pm at the Fire District building located at 1567 Bame Road, Castleton, NY.

SUMMARY OF RESOLUTION

The following is a summary of a resolution adopted by the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Fire District on March 27, 2023. Said resolution authorizes the issuance and sale of a serial bond or bonds and a bond anticipation note or notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of said serial bonds, in an amount not to exceed $650,000. The proceeds from the sale of the obligations authorized in said resolution shall be used for the specific purpose of financing the acquisition of a fire apparatus. The maximum estimated cost of the fire apparatus is not to exceed $725,000. The plan of financing is to apply an amount not to exceed $75,000 from the South Schodack Fire District’s Apparatus Capital Reserve Fund or the receipt of a grant to pay a portion of the acquisition cost. The period of probable usefulness for said purpose is twenty (20) years. A copy of the resolution summarized herein is available for public inspection during normal business hours at South Schodack Fire District located in the Town of Schodack, New York.

REAL ESTATE / HOUSE OF THE WEEK

776 Riverview Road, Rexford

YThis contemporary Rexford home, built in 1985, contains 5,200 square feet of living space. ou’ll find a postcard-perfect scene from most any window in this week’s seven-bedroom, fourbathroom contemporary home. Set on the banks of the Mohawk River with panoramic views, the home’s 3-acre preserve-like property features a mix of hard and soft landscaping, a gazebo, waterfall and private hiking trails. Nature’s palette extends inside the home’s 5,200 square feet of living space that features light hardwood floors, a large kitchen lined with sage-green cabinetry and an extended dining area that looks out to the river. There’s also plenty to see from the expansive third-floor family room that boasts a cathedral ceiling and exposed

beams. There is an HOA fee of $54 a month, which covers use of common areas and maintenance of nearby trails near the river. List price: $1,200,000. Taxes: $19,837. Reach out to Jean Maloney, broker and owner of 21st Century Properties at 518-378-5478 or co-listing agent Jamie Gervais, 518-817-7531.

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– come out to the Wynantskill Repair Café!

some yarn knotted up from the cat? Or a new smartphone with apps that are hard to figure out? Don’t toss it or give up

A Repair Cafe is a fun, no-charge community event where people bring their cranky, futzy, wonky, or torn household items to the volunteer repair coaches who are glad to try to fix ‘em up. You can bring all kinds of household things to a Repair Cafe: bikes, chairs, toys, small kitchen appliances, lamps, stuffed animals,

jackets, skateboards, and similar. This month we have sewing, mechanical, and electronic specialists available for you to visit with your favorite-but-broken things. We also have a specialist who can untangle any gnarly yarn or string, and a couple of smart techy-types ready to help figure out how to use apps or programs in your Android or Apple device. The motto behind Repair Café is “most items can be fixed…but even if they don’t, we have a good time trying!”

Got something at home that needs fixing? Visit the Repair Café Saturday April 22 , 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at First Reformed Church of Wynantskill, 413 Main Avenue (across from the firehouse). Coffee, hot drinks, goodies, and restrooms available to all

guests. Items need to be small enough to hand carry, and not powered by any combustible fuel. Email questions about items to bring are welcomed and encouraged – just send a note to FRCWRepairCafe@gmail.com.

East Greenbush Community Library Library Closed: 4/24 (Staff Professional Development)

Open: Mon/Fri 10-6p; Tue/Wed/Thu 10-8p; Sat 10-5p; Sun 1-5p. We offer programs for adults, teens & kids. Register at https:// events.eglibrary.org or call 518-477-7476. Located at 10 Community Way, E. Greenbush NY 12061. Wednesdays, 7-9p: Wednesday Night Book Chat (WNBC). What have you been reading lately? Share your recent reads and gather recommendations from librarians and other readers. Look for our post: https://www. facebook.com/eglibrary.

No registration required.

4/13, 6:30p: Holocaust Remembrance: What does a day of remembrance mean? How can we make it meaningful? Join us for an evening of learning and remembrance. Register.

4/15, 2p: April is Jazz Month! Join us for a Jazz concert with Old Time Dance Band! Register.

4/16, 2p: Greenbush Historical Society presents “Fun On Two Wheels--A Short History of Bicycles.”

Register.

April 21-23: Friends

Spring Book, Media & Puzzle Sale! Fri. (4/21) 12-5:30 pm, Sat. (4/22) 10-4 pm, and Sun. (4/23) $5 Bag sale from 12-3 pm. Sale prices for Fri/Sat are $1 per item. Sunday pricing is $5 per bag.

4/23, 2p: Library Community Forum. It’s our time to listen – and we want to hear your thoughts! Join us at our community forum to learn more about our strategic plan for future library programs and services.

NOTE: Due to the library book sale, the forum will be held in the community room at the Greenbush YMCA located at 20 Community Way.

Elvis Will Be In The Building!!

Join the Rensselaer County Senior Center on Tuesday, April 11th as we enjoy Donny Elvis once again. Back by popular demand we will reminisce to the hits of “The King of Rock”.

This is always a memorable day. We never know what Donny Elvis will be “preforming” Sign up early to guarantee a lunch and a great show. Menu consists of Chicken Parm w/ Pasta, Italian blend vegetables and desert. Must dine with us to enjoy the show. Call today for reservations 463-2166 9am to 3pm Monday to Friday. We are located on East and Herrick Streets In Rensselaer. Across the street From the Amtrak Train Station.

Rensselaer County Electronics Recycling Event Draws Hundreds

Cars were lined up all day long on Saturday March 25th as residents brought loads of old electronics for disposal at the old county office building in Troy.

Chairwoman of the Rensselaer County Legislature Kelly Hoffman was thrilled with the response to their annual Electronics Recycling Event. For years, the Legislature and it’s Environmental Management Council has been offering county residents with this convenient opportunity to properly and safely dispose of non-working or unwanted household electronics.

This year was no different as Legislators Rob Bayly, Wayne Gendron, Dan Casale, and Tom Grant joined Kel-

Cello Recital and Masterclasses with Jolyon Pegis!

Averill Park Community Orchestra is partnering with the Schenectady County Community College to host a Cello Event!

Jolyon Pegis, Associate

Principal Cellist of the Dallas Symphony and Principal Cellist of the Chautauqua Orchestra, accompanied by Robert Frankenberry on piano, will be performing a recital of works by Ludwig von Beethoven, Harry Taub, Grant Cooper, and Cesar Franck.

The recital will be held on Thursday, April 13th at 7:00PM at the Carl B Taylor Auditorium at 78 Washington Ave. Schenectady. This concert is free and open to the public, though donations are accepted to support APCO’s continued efforts to support music education and enrichment in the community.

In addition to the recital, Jolyon is providing Cello Masterclasses on the morning of Friday, April 14th to cello students from SCCC and the greater Capital District community. If you are interested in applying to participate in a masterclass or would like more information about the recital, please contact APCO Music Director, Christina Desmond, at apcorchestra@gmail.com.

Sand Lake Historical Society 2023 Schedule

SLHS will be presenting the following public programs, from January to June 2023:

April 11th, Covid-19

History Project. Committee report and presentations and a sharing of experiences from the SLHS Covid History Project.

Let’s make Covid history!

May 9th, Annual Meeting. Elections, annual report to the membership – and more!

June 3rd, (tentative)

Annual Gala. Final date and location to be announced. Don’t miss this highlight of our year!

June 13th, The Pretty Fantastic Mr. Fox. Albert Rodmond Fox, industrialist, glassworks owner, State Senator, mover-and-shaker, and the Fox who gave us Fox Mansion.

Learn about one of Sand Lake’s early leaders and speculate on why we live in Averill Park and not “Foxboro.”

All SLHS programs (unless otherwise noted) are held at the Sand Lake Town Hall Courtroom, 8428 NY Rte. 66, Averill Park, beginning at 7:00 pm. More information at http://sandlakehistory. org/. Like us on Facebook.

ly in greeting residents and helping unload electronics from cars and trucks. There were countless computers, air conditioners, laptops, cell phones, dehumidifiers, and computer monitors all unloaded by legislators and the helpful staff of ProTek Recycling. County Executive Steve McLaughlin, Assemblyman Scott Bendett, and even Surrogate Court Judge Paul Morgan stopped by to lend a hand on the cold and damp day.

Our Legislators know how important it is to keep recyclable waste out of our landfills, and that is why they are excited to sponsor this event every year.

Stay tuned as we announce dates for our Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events soon.

Follow us on Facebook @Rensselaer County Legislators to keep informed of all upcoming events, or call us at

Poestenkill “Bread of LIfe” Food Pantry

The Bread of Life food pantry is available for anyone who resides in and around Poestenkilll and are struggling to provide enough groceries for themselves and their family.

Open on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of every month from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. We offer staple food items and some non-food necessities for households. We also offer diapers for families with babies and toddlers, diapers from size one to size six are available. Wipes are included with each package of diapers. If you need more information about qualifications or have special need requirements, leave a message at (518) 283-6045. This program operates only on the generous donations from our community of friends, organizations and faithful volunteers. We are most grateful for all of those who support us.

Capital District Chevrolet Club Annual Car, Street Rod and Truck Show 2023

The Capital District Chevrolet Club announces its 40th Annual Car, Street Rod and Truck Show 2023 - June 25th, 2023 (Sunday) including all

makes, model and years of vehicles.

It will be held at Cook’s Park in the Village of Colonie from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM with registration from 9:00 thru 12:30 PM. Reg is $20 per show vehicle and free to walk-ins as is their parking. Vendors $20 prior to 6/24 -day of show $25. Food available all day, DJ music, door prizes, 50/50 drawings, goody bags and dash plaques to first 150 vehicle owners.

Two (2) Best of Show trophies and 35 plus trophies from participant judging will be awarded. Show is on the Grassed area. Information: Phil (518) 429-0203, Vendors: Karen (518) 281-8333. We are also looking for any kind of vendors except food type. Location: Lincoln Ave off of NY Rte. 5 (Central Ave.) 1/4 mile from Exit 2W on I87(Northway)

Capital District

Columbiettes

April Meeting

On Sunday, April 23rd, 2023 at 1:30 pm, the Capital District Chapter Columbiettes will hold their April Chapter Meeting at Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus Council, 328 Troy-Schenectady Road (Route 2), Latham, N.Y. 12110. Our Annual Covered Dish Dinner and Chapter Raffle will be held after

518-270-2880.

Reminder: Our next monthly meeting is on April 11th at 99 Troy Road in East Greenbush.

Brunswick Historical Society-Program

Please come join the Brunswick Historical Society for our program on Monday, April 10 at 7:00PM at our headquarters at 605 Brunswick Rd, corner of Moonlawn and Rte. 2 in Eagle Mills.

Phil Bernnard from the Saratoga National Bottle Museum will be presenting a program of old bottles. He will be discussing the purpose of bottle making and what they were used for. You are encouraged to bring a bottle of your own and he will tell you about it. Light refreshments will be served.

the Meeting. All Columbiette members are invited to attend. We ask everyone in attendance to provide a dish to share and a Raffle Donation if possible.

Capital District

Columbiettes Chapter President, Linda Cotch will preside!

(Directions; 787 North or South 23rd St Watervliet Exit, West to Route 2, or I 87 North or South exit 6 East to Route 2)

Wednesday Night Food Truck Event is Back in North Greenbush!

We hope that everyone had a great off-season time the past couple of months. We are contacting you to let you know that

we will be having Food Truck Night again here in North Greenbush!!! The Town of North Greenbush is looking for food trucks to participate in the WEDNESDAY Night Food Truck Event for the 2023 season. We will again be having Food Trucks @ town hall between 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. We are planning on the start date of Wednesday, May 24th. This year’s event will go all the way to August 9, 2023. We are asking anyone interested in participating again to contact the Town Clerk, Janice Hannigan Kerwin, @ 518-283-4306 or feel free to email anytime at townclerk@northgreenbush.org if you have any additional questions.

Notebrokenorrubbingbranches, brancheswithoutleaves,ormissingbark.

INSPECTTRUNKS Lookforoozing,missingbark, exposedroots,decayingandcracks.

LEAFWATCH Yellowingofleavesmaysignalexcessmoisture,poor drainage,orotherstressorswhichmayaffecttreestabilityandoverallhealth.

Hudson to pick developer for public housing revamp

After five responses, decision to be announced April 17

By ROGER HANNIGAN GILSON

HUDSON

— The Hudson Housing Authority will announce which developer it selected to completely rebuild the city’s public housing portfolio during a meeting April 17.

Rental prices have accelerated in the city of 5,900 since the pandemic, leaving public housing one of the only affordable options. But the two HHA buildings — Bliss Towers and Columbia Apartments, with a combined 131 units — are in disrepair.

The city wants to construct new apartments, move HHA tenants into them, then demolish the old apartments and build additional, mixed-income units on the land.

The HHA issued a Request for Qualifications in November seeking a developer to “negotiate and enter into a pre-development agreement” with the authority. Different from a Request for Proposals, an RFQ does not ask respondents for construction plans for a project, but instead what would qualify them to develop such plans. The project would be a collaboration between the developer and the city.

Hudson Housing Authority Executive Director Jeffrey Dodson said the HHA received five responses for the Request for Qualifications. The selection will be announced during the next regular meeting of the HHA Board of Commissioners.

Hudson had received $800,000 as part of its 2017 Downtown Revitalization grant for predevelopment of a parcel of land across the street from Bliss Towers to build new public housing, but the original plan had to be pared down because of poor soil conditions at the site, which limit the density and height of any new development. The original plan was mothballed in 2019.

In this second go-around, the HHA has the option of purchasing land from the city to

Stephentown Seniors Trip Schedule

The Stephentown Seniors will resume their regular meetings on April 6, 2023. Regular meetings are on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 1 pm at the Town Hall on Grange Hall Road. Anyone 50 or over is invited to join. Guests are welcome. For information and trip reservations call Judy Hunt at 518-733-5755.

First trip of the year is

Wednesday, April 19 to the Turning Stone Casino in Verona, NY. $25 Free Slot Play; $5 Meal Credit. Bus departs at 7 am. Cost is $3, due April 15.

Wednesday May 3 -

Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory and Yankee Candle Village in South Deerfield, MA. Lunch on your own. Bus departs at 8:30 am. Cost is $18, due April 20.

Monday, June 12 - Fresians of Majesty Show &

Farm Tour in Townshend, VT. Responsible for own lunch. Bus departs at 10 am. Cost is $28, due May 18.

Thursday, July 13Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium in Mystic, CT. Lunch on your own. Bus departs at 7 am. Cost is $68 ($58 for Kids), due July 6.

Wednesday, August 9 -

Enjoy a Tribute to Buddy & Elvis while dining on Twin Lobsters or Prime Rib at the Log Cabin in Holyoke, MA. Bus departs at 8:30 am. Cost is $90, due July 20.

Wednesday, October 25 - Green Mountain Getaway - Dinner and a Show at the 19 South Main Street Restaurant in Wilmington, VT. Time for Shopping at Hogback Mountain Country Store. Bus departs at 8 am. Cost is $88, due October 5.

Wednesday, November 8 - MGM Springfield Casino. Bus departs at 7 am. Cost is $3, due November 2.

Rensselaer High School Hall of Fame

This year’s Rensselaer High School Hall of Fame Recipients are: Virginia Habinak Poole Cleary, 1969; Jay Foust, 1981; Tracy Foust, 1983; Nancy Hardt, 1977; Superintendent Joseph Kardash; Tessa Kent, 2002; Deborah Halacy, 1971; Gordon Noel, 1964; Joseph Polsinello, 1966; Joel Preston, 1986; John Preston, 1981; Deborah Reinmann, 1974; Gary Roberts, 1986; Richard Wark, Jr., 1979.

The nominees will be honored at this year’s banquet on April 29, 2023, at the Franklin Terrace on Campbell Avenue in Troy from 5 pm-9 pm. If you are interested in attending the banquet, dinner reservation forms can be found at the school, on the Alumni website at https:// rensselaernyalumni.org/ or on Facebook at Rensselaer Grade Schools and HS Alumni | Facebook.

develop the new housing.

Dodson said there were multiple options available, but the HHA had not selected which to buy, which would be a decision made after the developer had been selected.

The funding for the project had not yet been secured, but would most likely include grants and state funding, according to Dodson.

Bliss Towers and the Columbia Apartments turn 50 this year, and the five decades have led to many of the units being unrentable. Twenty-five of the 131 units were offline in December 2020, and Bliss Towers has struggled since its construction with rainwater leaking into apartments through the building’s porous facade.

The city of Hudson wants to move Housing Authority tenants into new apartments, then demolish existing public housing buildings like Bliss Towers, above, and build additional mixed-income housing in its footprint.

Hudson has been working to build housing as its rental market skyrockets. In September, Kearney Realty & Development Group was selected to develop 85 affordable units on three parcels in the city and the Galvan Foundation is working on developing 138 apartments, more than 50 of which are affordable or middle-income.