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May 2018

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Local landscape artist Steven Noel has been beautifying Our Towne homes one project at a time for the past 18 years. As Steven reflects on his career and small business growth, he is most grateful for the customers who have trusted him with their outdoor improvement dreams. As the years go on, he receives the most humbling gifts from those customers; referrals to their friends and families. As any small business owner knows, a happy customers recommendation is priceless. If you are looking for a landscaper or hardscaper (patios, stone work, sidewalks, retaining walls, water features), to enhance your home, look no further! A-Z Landscaping promises to increase your homes beauty and value with their “flawless work.” Want to know more about this entrepreneurs story? Read on… Shortly after returning home from the United States Marine Corps. in 2000, A-Z Landscaping was established by Steven Noel. This motivated man, with his walk behind lawn mower & snowmobile trailer, quickly gained a collection of loyal customers. By 2003, his reliability & strong work ethic earned him 60 accounts and he was mowing nearly 80 acres a week. Burned out and bored from the repetition of mowing, Steven decided he needed a change that would allow him to be more creative. In 2004, it was time for that change. The mowing business was sold & new trucks and equipment were purchased. It was time to chase his dream.

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Tired of your deck & want to upgrade to a patio? What about those front steps that are falling apart? Steven is a Hardscaper with a creative & budget-minded approach. He prides himself on listening to the needs and tastes of the customer and offers various creative ideas to fit their budget. Even the most challenging landscaping & hardscaping projects are welcomed by Steven. He is a detail oriented, creative and reliable professional who is also highly certified & trained. Steven is also fully insured and has many references. He wants to warn consumers to never hire anyone to improve your home, in any way, if they don’t have insurance. This is for your protection and peace of mind. Steven has been trained and certified by VERSA-LOK Retaining Wall Systems, CST Brick Paver Systems and Techo Block Wall & Patio Systems. Due to his certifications and many years of “on the job experience,” he has been able to perfect and achieve very minimal settling and perfectly pitched patios and walkways. Last year, Steven was asked to create the display area at Grimm Building Materials in Green Island. You can see the CST products as well as an example of his work. Your patio & walkway should look brand new for MANY years to come, if installed by a professional such as Steven.

This is another example of the “American Dream.” I love these stories...For the last 14 years Steven has been full steam ahead beautifying & creating unbelievable landscapes & water features in our community with A-Z Landscaping. Steven works with a small crew that is like a “well-oiled machine.” There are extensive steps to be completed that are very critical when installing patios and walkways. Bigger landscaping companies tend to overlook these steps, or send crew members that may not be properly trained. So, Steven warns the average homeowner of the “Glorified Lawn Mower” who tells you that they can install patios, walkways, and calls themselves a Hardscaper. A-Z Landscaping GUARANTEES that you get the highest quality job possible within your budget.

Hard work & dedication to his craft and company has truly paid off. Steven does all of his own work and will pay attention to the smallest details. A-Z Landscaping is yet another example of an Our Towne small business that is finding success in our community. Let him customize a creative solution for your landscaping and hardscaping challenges! If you are interested in meeting with Steven for a free consultation, call (518) 423-0611 and visit his website: www. azlandscaping.com where you can see just a sample of the workmanship and creativity that A-Z Landscaping has to offer.

I hired A-Z Landscaping to design & install a new outdoor living area in my backyard in June of 2016. I’ve known Steve Noel for over 25 years, watched him build his business & was excited to see what he would create for my yard. He brought drawings to show me, from two perspectives, with all plants, boulders, walkways & patio, all hand-sketched. He was so excited just talking about the project & what he could produce; how could I not get excited, too? Even though I thought I could envision the final product, I was totally amazed every day. Each step was a work of artistry. Just watching Steve & his two guys build the rock wall, the placing of boulders in their perfect locations, the landscaping chosen that made everything come together & create a sense of privacy for me. It’s gorgeous beyond words! It was a pleasure to work with A-Z Landscaping. I hope to continue landscaping my property next year & would not hesitate to hire Steve! I’m one happy customer! Denise Warrender, Castleton/Schodack

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These days I can’t get out of Target or TJMaxx without considering a new coffee mug or t shit with positivity imprinted proclaiming that luck is ours to make, or some version of that message. My new favorite mantra, which is likely an old mantra reworded, is that “the harder you work for it the luckier you get” I believe this more now than ever. As I send my kids off into the world with all the influence and common sense I can instill, peppering them with concepts like You won’t get the job if you don’t apply for it. You won’t make the team that you you don’t try out for. You miss all the chances/shots/opportunities you don’t take. It always throw in If you see a penny pick it up, all day long you’ll have good luck. It can’t hurt, right? So Nathan called me from the store while running an errand. He says “Mom, I found $10 on the ground and I’m not sure what to do. There isn’t anyone here, and I’m not sure if I should give it to the kid at the counter.” I said, I’m proud of you for calling, I’d probably keep it and try to do something nice for someone tomorrow. I realized we keep going in circles, learning lessons, making mistakes and finding our own luck. Clearly I have to keep working at it, but I’ll keep looking for those pennies and cleaning out the lint trap, just in case.

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Our Towne Rensselaer County ~ Jennifer Felts~518-380-1279

May 2018

Dear Our Towne Readers, Last month when I was writing my note to you, it was still snowing. I believe it was during one of the last storms in late March. What a long winter. Today, I am happy to say that the “tide is turning.” Finally, it has started to feel, and look, more like spring! Unfortunately, I have been tortured by the sunshine and sounds of spring, from my office. The days leading up to publishing my beloved magazine are usually 13-15 hours long... It’s just not as painful when it’s raining, snowing or freezing outside. My editorial is the last piece of the Our Towne puzzle. I don’t plan ahead what I will write to you; I am just sharing my current thoughts on life and the magazine I just created. I am really excited to welcome many new local businesses and writers to the Our Towne family. This May issue is packed with events, articles and of course many local businesses that have products and services for you this month. If maintaining your property is difficult for you, and stresses you out, this issue has many local businesses that can help! These professionals are happy to mow, mulch & maintain your property for you, so that you have more time to relax and enjoy life. There is nothing like spending time outside to spark the creative and functional ideas for your home and property. Mother’s Day is May 13th. I feel very blessed to be a Mom and have a wonderful Mom who has always been there for me and my family. It sounds cliche’ but both of those facts have shaped my life, and for that I am grateful. I do feel so lucky to have the title of Mom. Please take time to thank that person in your life who has been a Mom to you. It may not be the woman who brought you into this world. A Mother is the person who has loved, supported and guided you through the good times and bad. The person who has given you strength to believe in yourself when you needed it; and helped you reach for the stars. Maybe it is a Aunt, Grandmother, Friend, Neighbor, Step-Mother, older sister... This May issue has so many local businesses who can help you celebrate the Moms in your life! Please shop local, as our small businesses need your support to survive.

Jennifer Felts Owner • Publisher E-mail: felts66@yahoo.com Phone: 518-380-1279 Website: www.ourtownerensco.com Facebook: Our Towne Magazine Rensco

Our Towne’s Mission: To connect local businesses and organizations to the consumers that live in their communities. We highlight what Southern Rensselaer & Northern Columbia Counties have to offer. Our Towne Magazine content can be read in print, online & via Facebook. 20% of the magazine is donated to the communities served for promotion of events. Our goal is to “Connect the Community” and support small businesses.

Distribution 21,000 Our Towne Magazine “connects the community” by directly mailing 19,800 copies to homes and businesses in the following communities: Rensselaer, Schodack, Schodack Landing, Castleton, Nassau, East Greenbush, North Greenbush, Averill Park, Wynantskill, West Sand Lake, Valatie, Kinderhook & Niverville.

Plus another 1,500 copies in High Traffic Locations!

Many Our Towne communities will be hosting parades to acknowledge those in our military who have sacrificed for our freedom. Many returned home; and many did not. We are a “Land of the Free, because of the Brave.” Let us take time to celebrate our freedom and acknowledge the many who have served our country. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!

Thank you for reading Our Towne & make sure you LIKE Our Towne Magazine on Facebook to stay updated all month long on community events and promotions & services.

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CONTRIBUTORS Dr. Joe Lapinski Patrick Bergmann, AuD Dennis DeLisle J.E. Kross

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Author Talk: Kevin’s Kitchen with Kevin Lee Jacobs on May 6th at 4pm Award-winning blogger Kevin Lee Jacobs will share his new cookbook with us! This is your chance to meet the author, hear about his book and his blog, and purchase a copy of Kevin’s Kitchen for yourself. Bridge for All on May 7th, 9th, and 11th at 11am-2:30pm This three-session course is a great opportunity for anyone interested in learning bridge! Whether you’re new to the game or just need a refresher, this is your chance to learn new techniques and meet other local enthusiasts. Bring your lunch and thinking caps! Registration is required, so call the Library today. Protect Yourself from Fake News on May 8th at 4pm Social media has its benefits, but it also helps spread misinformation. Fake news has become a plague, especially on sites like Facebook, so come to the Library to get some tips on protecting yourself from it! Make Mom’s Day! On May 12th at 11am. Kids can come to the Library for a special storytime that’s all about mom! Our teen volunteers will read some of their favorite books about mothers, and then we’ll make a special surprise just in time for Mother’s Day! Lost Radio Rounders—The Home of the Brave: Songs of Soldiers & Sailors May 19th at 4pm Celebrate Armed Forces Day at the Library with songs honoring our nation’s defenders from the American Revolution through WWII. The Lost Radio Rounders are back by popular demand! Sponsored by the Friends of the Kinderhook Memorial Library. High School Battle of the Books Interest Meeting on May 20th at 5pm. Teens interested in joining our High School Battle of the Books team should come out to our meeting! Battle of the Books is a competitive trivia tournament across five counties. Participants will read 5 books throughout the summer, and then compete against 13 other libraries in August.

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In my first four months on the Town Board, I have been busy attending local events and meeting many people in our community. It’s been a rewarding experience that gives me a new appreciation for all the caring, hard-working, community-minded individuals who work together to improve our town and make other people’s lives better. We recently created a Facebook page named “Town of Kinderhook” where we’re working hard to keep you up to date on local events and job openings. These events are a great way for you to get involved, whether it’s a free community dinner, a concert or a Board meeting. The job postings are updated regularly and anyone can read and post to this online document. Share it with those who need a change or are looking for work. My son and I attended the Ichabod Crane D.C. club’s McTeacher Night fundraiser at McDonalds in Valatie where they earned 20% of the night's sales. This is a great example of how organizations and people in our community step up to support our children. The club, organized by Ichabod teacher Lara Marotta, raises money for Middle School students to fund annual trips to Washington D.C. The club also collects box tops to raise money towards their trip. You can help by going to https://www.boxtops4education.com/ enter Ichabod Crane, choose Ichabod Crane Middle School, and follow the prompts. Some of the upcoming events around Kinderhook: 5/3 – 4-6 Giffy's Bar-B-Q fundraiser hosted by the Ladies Auxiliary of The Niverville Fire Department 5/6 – 2-4 Garden Party Fund Raiser to benefit the Valatie Community Theater $20 at the door 5/7 – 7pm Kinderhook Town Board Meeting at Martin H. Glynn Municipal Center, Valatie 5/12 – 4th Annual Run for Home 5K to benefit the Church Street Preschool, $23.16 5/15 – 8am-9pm ICCS - Board of Education vote, 4 candidates for 3 seats 5/19 – 9-3 NYS DMV approved Defensive Driving Course, St. Luke’s, Valatie, $39 prepaid/$45 at door Victor Bujanow 518-784-5009 5/20 – 10-3 OKenny's Springtastic Car Show, Valatie 5/22 – 6-9pm Crafting with Minz - Starry Skies painting, Ichabod Crane High School, Amy Boothby 518-758-7575 x3002

I am a wife, mom and councilwoman in the Town of Kinderhook. My goal is to keep you abreast of interesting news coming out of our Town. I want to share the things that mean so much to us as a family and member of this great community. There are approximately 8,400 people in the Town of Kinderhook, which is comprised of Kinderhook, Niverville and Valatie. You can reach me at HoganForKinderhook@gmail.com or facebook.com\HoganForKinderhook and Local, Friendly Garbologist” our Town Board at facebook.com\TownOfKinderhook. 13 Our Towne Rensselaer County ~ Jennifer Felts~518-380-1279

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News from Town of East Greenbush Community & Recreation Office The Community and Recreation Office is bustling with activity! While it may seem like a never ending winter, it will come to an end, the weather will be warm, and the sun will shine! We have so many exciting things coming this year. If you haven’t been to our Town Park recently, than you may not know that we are under construction. With the support and assistance of our Town Supervisor and Town Board Members we are constructing a new building. The building will be an enclosed pavilion that the Town will be able to utilize year round. It will have updated ADA compliant bathrooms, and a kitchen area. Rentals for this building will begin in 2019. We are very excited and can’t wait to see the finished product! Improvements to our parks, that have been neglected for far too long, has been one of this Town Board’s priorities and slowly, but surely we will work on getting the parks where they need to be. Thank you to all involved in the decision making and construction part of this project! Our Summer Camp Program will be held this year from July 9th through August 17th. We have some great themes and activities planned. We have a Junior Camp for students entering 1st through 5th grade and a Senior Camp for middle school students. Our focus is fun and we truly do have a blast! Spotlight on Youth nomination forms are now being accepted! Do you know an exceptional youth that deserves to be honored? Please let us know about them. All registration forms may be found on our website and must be returned no later than May 2nd.

Check out the ad to the left and see for yourself what shows you can enjoy this year at Mac-Haydn Theatre and visit www.machaydntheatre.org.

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Our annual Town Wide Garage Sale is coming quickly. This year multiple sales throughout Town will be held on June 2nd from 9AM-3PM. To register your sale on our map, please go to our website for more details. Our Spring Paint and Punch Event for Seniors will be held on Friday May 11th from 2-4 PM. Artist Noreen Powell will instruct a spring scene canvass painting. Cost is $10 and can be paid at that door, but PREREGISTRATION is REQUIRED. Call 518-477-4194 to sign up! This year we have 2 Outdoor Movie Nights Planned! We will host a movie night in July and one in August at the Town Park. See our website for more details. Music in the Park Summer Concert Series is scheduled for Every Tuesday in August form 6-8 PM. Check out our website for bands and more details. We will close out the summer with our End of Summer Jam Event in Onderdonk Park on August 31st from 6-8 PM with the REFRIGERATORS! We will close out the night with Fireworks over the Lake. For questions, concerns, and all details visit our website eastgreenbush. org or call 518-477-4194. You may also check us out on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/eastgreenbush.org. Also on Twitter https://twitter.com/EGCOMMUNITYREC

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Mon. May 14 @ 9:30 AM – 4 PM: AARP Smart Driver Course 6-hour classroom course. The cost is $20.00 per person for AARP members (must present AARP card). Non-members cost is $25.00. No credit cards, check preferred, payable to AARP and is due on the day of class. Please bring a bagged lunch. Please register, class is limited to first 35 adults. Please register for this course. Wed. May 16 @ 6:30 PM - 9 PM: Monthly Free Movie Check the website for movie title. Please register for this event. Wed. May 16 @ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM: Genealogy **Reserve your 30-minute appointment**Alexis Graham, Genealogy Coach with 30 years of experience, is available for assistance starting a family tree, or to be an 'extra set of eyes' or brainstorming partner. Registration will begin four weeks prior to the date of the appointment. Thu. May 17 @ 6 PM – 7 PM: LOOK: Loving Ourselves & Our Kids (Drop-in) LOOK: Loving Ourselves & Our Kids Do you have a child in your life who identifies as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans*, queer, or questioning, and want to connect with other adults for support? A collaboration between the East Greenbush Community Library and the Pride Center of the Capital Region. Fri. May 18 @ 10 AM – 11 AM: Art Discovery (ages 2-5) Kim Tateo, teacher from The Arts Center of the Capital Region, will be at the library exploring music, art and movement. Please register in advance. Sun. May 20 @ 2 PM - 4 PM: Defreestville and Wynantskill “A at Tale of Two Hamlets” A presentation by Greenbush Historical Society - Jim Greenfield, North Greenbush Town Historian, will discuss the hamlets naming and growth from the 1600's to the 21st century, the biggest influence in their development, and their second biggest influence, which may surprise you. You'll meet some interesting characters and relive some intriguing events. Please register. Mon. May 21 @ 10-11 AM: Monday Morning Adult Book Discussion Group This Adult Book Discussion Group meets one Monday morning a month at 10:00 a.m. We have reached capacity and cannot take new members at this time. Please call the library at 477-7476 if you have questions or want to get on a waiting list. There is also a monthly book discussion on Monday evening, which is open to new members. Mon. May 21 @ 1 PM – 6 PM: Red Cross Blood Drive Tue. May 22 @ 6 PM – 7 PM: Planning Your Social Security Retirement Strategy. Presented in an easy to understand format and concludes with a brief Q&A session. Designed to help attendees (ages 55+) make a more informed decision before choosing when to claim their Social Security benefits. The program is being made available as a public service by John Kalil, a Financial Coach and the President of Retirement Solutions, LLC. Registration is required.

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Wanted: Vendors, Crafters & Acoustic Musicians The East Greenbush Community Library and the Capital District YMCA are seeking vendors for the 2018 Farmers Market, held Wednesdays 4-7pm from June 13 to October 3. Our market brings a unique experience to the community by offering a selection of local farmers, robust product offerings, variety of entertainment, integrated library and wellness programs. In addition to expanding and diversifying your product reach, we offer participants an integrated promotional strategy as part of the seasonal application fee. For more information call 518-477-7476 or Visit us at Download the application today at www.eglibrary.org

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*Serving to preserve remembrance; commemorative and *Of or relating to memory Many think of Memorial Day as first nice weekend of the summer season. With parades and parties, Veterans are honored and revered. They deserve the respect and honor but many see Memorial Day as a holiday and a day off of work. Patriot Flight Veterans rode on at least 15 parades on the Uncle Sam float in 2017. Most of them were in May in commemoration for Memorial Day. The Veterans and Patriots sing patriotic songs and wave to the Veterans and people the watching the parade. Being on the Uncle Sam float makes memories for Veterans and is a unique way to observe a parade. Please come to join us, our contact information is at the end of this article. Over the years I have some very emotional memories and inspiring stories from Veterans. Recently I met a living WW II legend and he one of the many ‘Veterans Next Door.’ I was helping this Veteran fill out his application for the April 28th Patriot Flight. I saw on his wall a shadow box with 3 medals. The Purple Heart medal was in the middle with the bronze star to the left and the Silver Star to the right. I feel very comfortable conversing with Veterans and I first asked how he received the Purple Heart. He was assigned as a squad leader of 5 or 6 men. It was the second day of the Battle of the Bulge – December 17, 1944. He was leading his group to a house where you could here children noises in the basement. He was slowly walking up the stairs to the second floor. He was surprised when a German soldier lunged at him with his bayonet. He was equally surprised that the German did not shoot him. He was blessed, if being lunged at by a bayonet could be considered a blessing. The bayonet did not ‘pierce’ his metal helmet. The German’s jab bounce off the helmet slid down and into the Veterans shoulder. He got one shot at him and his comrades followed with a few more. I did not have to ask how he received the Silver Star. I told him that he that he must live with the angels. Fate and being with the angels, how does a bayonet not pierce the helmet of Dick Pearce (spelled different, pronounced the same.) Dick recovered 3 months later and in March 1945 he returned to his unit. Upon his return to the 87th Infantry Division Company E, he was one of 26 left of the 206 original men. I met Dick most recently at the March 2018 Battle of the Bulge Meeting. Lois Dysard and Lois Wilson approached him about taking the Patriot Flights of April 28, 2018. We always have a sensitive and humbling spot in our hearts for the WW II Veterans. There are fewer each day and rare to find one with a Silver Star. We are blessed to have him on the flight and I am blessed to share a memory that is so appropriate for Memorial Day. God Bless all Veterans, you deserve so much more than we can ever give. Contacts: Lois at 518-732-2793, Lwilson315@nycap.rr.com Bruce at 518-797-0665 and bdmendi@yahoo.com Frank at 518-439-9265 and forservice@aol.com

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Castleton-on-Hudson Main Street Association Exciting Updates Thank you to all who attended our Main Street Mile Kickoff. Keep up the good walk! And if you’re logging your 25 miles towards the goal of completing a marathon, don’t forget to join us at Maple Hill High School on June 1 so we can walk or run the last 1.2 mile together. You can download a walking log from our website. We are so excited at the success of our membership mailing. We raised over $2,000 that we can use to help achieve our goals on Main Street. Over 50 families responded to our request! Your support and enthusiasm means we are on the right path. If you haven’t joined us yet, it’s never too late. As we move into the summer season, we will be stepping up our efforts to gain access to the Hudson River and our Riverfront Park. We will continue to work with the state Department of Transportation to install crosswalks and approve installation of a solar-powered speed sign and a nautical flagpole that will welcome visitors by land and sea. And we will be supporting the Castleton-on-Hudson Farmers and Artisans Market, as well as events hosted by Schodack Island State Park, the Boat Club and other local organizations, to help make this Castleton’s best summer ever. We hope you will join us!

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Effie & Isables is your Local Source for Brands You Love It was 7 years ago that John McNiven, owner of Scott’s Hallmark Stores around the capital district, purchased Ann’s Hallmark in Rensselaer. It was at this time, that John began his relationship with the Our Towne customers. He grew up in the “Hallmark Family,” so to speak. His dad worked for Hallmark as a sales person and then opened their first Hallmark store in Colonie Center almost 45 years ago. John joined the family of Hallmark chain stores and now owns 7 across the Capital District. When space became available next to Scott’s Hallmark in Rensselaer, he decided to pursue his idea of creating a Giftique that would deliver better branded items and retail lines to the Our Towne communities. The idea of providing the Our Towne communities a place to purchase better brands, “on this side of the river,” was embraced immediately. You can still “shop local” and support a family business, while purchasing the better retail brands. Effie & Isabel’s Giftique is named after his grandmothers. Providing higher end but affordable brands is the essence of the business. What makes it most successful? John fully credits his managers, staff & customers. Between the two Effie & Isabel’s Giftiques and 7 Hallmark stores, Without the support of his fantastic employees he said that there would be little success and growth. His employees are dedicated to providing excellent customer service, and getting to know the customers on a deeper level. “When you pick out a gift at Scott's Hallmark or Effie & Isabel’s Giftique, you are celebrating moments in life. It may be a happy occasion such as a birthday, anniversary or graduation. But, we also help our customers honor those who have left us by picking out a memorial piece.

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Effie & Isabel’s Giftique is a certified “Shop in a Shop” for Pandora, Vera Bradley & Alex & Ani. They work closely with the company representatives to ensure that they are exhibiting the high standards set by the manufactures. You can purchase products from Luca and Dani , John Medeiros Jewelry, Spartina, Stonewall Kitchen, baggallini, Uno de 50, Crabtree & Evelyn, Scout Bags, Beekman 1802 soaps and lotions, Mark and Hall Bags, Corckcile, Katie Loxton, Yankee candle. They also sell products from LOCAL artisans.

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Deadline is JUNE 20th for the July Issue Call Jennifer Felts at 518-380-1279 • felts66@yahoo.com http://www.ourtownerensco.com/ www.facebook.com/OurTowneMagazineRensco

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Computer Help: Tuesdays from 1-3 PM and Thursdays from 5:30-7 PM. Drop in and get help with a computer, phone or other device, and get your questions answered. Anime Club- ages 13-19. Thursdays 5-7

Monday 14th - Culinary Institute of America and Wilderstein Trip. Call for Reservations 463-2166

Pre-K storytime- Tuesdays at 11 am. Ages 2-6, no sign-up needed.

Rensselaer County Rensselaer Senior Center Proudly Presents Tuesday May 14th Lunch at the Culinary Institute of America Ristorante’ Catarina De’ Medici. Menu Consists of:

Budgeting Basics: How to Grow Your Dough Wednesday May 16 at 6:30 PM Planning, Budgeting, Saving. Develop a solid plan for managing your money and setting goals. Provided by SEFCU. Please call to sign up.

1st Course: “Crespella Di Magro” Spinach ricotta crepe w/ parmesan cheese 2nd Course: “Francosta Di Manzo” Rosemary roasted New York strip loin w/ spinach and stuffed tomatoes 3rd Course: “Tiramisu Classico” Mascarpone cream layered with lady fingers soaked in coffee. Also there will be Coffee/Tea, rolls. After lunch we are off to Wilderstein a state historic site in Rhinebeck, NY Wilderstein with its exquisite Queen Anne mansion and Calvert Vaux designed landscape. This historic estate widely regarded as the Hudson Valley’s most important example of Victorian architecture. Please call to sign up. (518) 463-2166 Price “All Inclusive” is $78. Tuesday 15th - Special Day W/ Bobby T Call for Reservations Tuesday 22nd - Open Mic W/ Brian Zappel Call for Reservations Sunday 27th - City Parade “After Parade Party” At the center Sponsored by The City of Rensselaer. (ALL Who Participated In The Parade) The center is open Monday - Friday from 9-3 We are Located in Rensselaer on East and Herrick Street across from train station. 518- 463-216

Fun Snacks! Saturday May 19 at 1 PM. Make snacks and play with your food! Note: peanuts and other allergens will be at this event. For ages 4-10. Please sign up. 50+ Retirement Re-imagined Wednesday May 23 at 6 PM Are you 50+? Whether you're already retired, about to make the move, or just checking out the possibility, this highly interactive workshop can help to create an action plan with Dr. Tom Denham. This program is supported by funds from the New York State Library's Adult Literacy Grant, in partnership with the Capital Region Workforce Development Board. Please call to sign up. Rensselaer Public Library is located across the street from the Amtrak parking lot. To learn more, see http://rensselaerlibrary.org/ or visit the library’s Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/RensselaerLibrary.

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Town of Schodack Supervisor David Harris April 2018 Report In a continuing effort to keep residents informed and aware of my activities I submit to them this summary of my report for April of 2018. As always, the full report can be found on the Town’s website or it’s social media pages by searching for Town of Schodack on Facebook or Twitter. As many of you may have heard, the town received a conceptual plan in March for a commercial property on Route 9. While many of the details are yet unknown, I have written a letter explaining everything we do know, the process that this proposed plan will go through, and some general considerations our Town must take in regards to development in general. For those of you interested in reading that letter in full it is available on the Town’s website, https://www.schodack.org/, in addition to the Town’s Facebook and Twitter pages. In late March, I received the exciting news that a local business, A. Servidome Inc, would be receiving a State funded grant from the Restore New York Communities Initiative. The grant totals $800,000 that Servidome will use, in addition to their own funds, for the purposes of purchasing a neighboring property, demolishing the defunct motel that currently exists on it, and building an expanded headquarters for itself. This project benefits the Town by cleaning up and adding value to this underutilized property. I would like to congratulate Servidome on the awarding of this grant. On April 21st, I had the honor of attending the ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the grand opening of the Castleton Diner. This Diner marks another step in the revitalization process of Main Street in Castleton. The Village has been without this type establishment for years and this presents an exciting opportunity for Village and Town residents alike. I would like to thank the Castleton Diner for inviting me and wish them the best of luck. As always please follow our social media pages for news and updates, and please reach out to me with any concerns or comments you might have.

Free Estimates | Fully Insured UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE NORTH CHATHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Starting May 5th the Clothing Barn will be open from 9:30-12:30, every Saturday through the middle of October. This is a great opportunity to pick up “gently used” clothing & shoes (for children and adults) at bargain prices. The barn will be open for accepting auction donations from 9:30 to noon on Saturday mornings, also starting May 5th. On Friday, May 18th, we will have our 60th annual Filet Mignon Steak Supper. The menu includes an 8 oz. Prime filet cooked to order, baked potato, mixed vegetables, coleslaw, rolls, relish tray, and homemade desserts. Tickets are $18.00 in advance or $20.00 at the door. Back this year is a vegetarian Lasagna option for $14.00, which MUST be ordered in advance. Continuous seating is available from 5:00 to 7:00, with takeouts available starting at 5:30. Tickets can be purchased at Mario’s Home Center in Valatie, or from church members. Please call 766-4097 or 4239061 for additional ticket information. The church is located at 4274 Route 203 in the hamlet of North Chatham. For more information on these events, worship services or other church activities, please call 766-3535 or visit our website (northchathammethodistchurch.org). We hope to see you soon!

Our Towne Rensselaer County ~ Jennifer Felts~518-380-1279

May Community Events Capital Community Voices Presents Spring Concert Capital Community Voices, directed by Julie Panke, will present “Sunny, with a Chance of Song” on Saturday, May 5th at 7:30 pm at Columbia High School, 962 Luther Road, East Greenbush, NY. Songs relating to the weather will include jazz classics such as “Stormy Weather,” “Here’s that Rainy Day,” and “A Foggy Day in Londontown.” Classical pieces by John Rutter and Edward Elgar will complement contemporary selections including “Here Comes the Sun,” “Aquarius/Let the Sun Shine In,” and “Too Hot to Samba.” The chorus will be accompanied by pianist Joanna Towse, bassist Randall Jennings, and percussionist James Iacketta. Special guests are the Fifth Grade Green Meadow Elementary School Chorus directed by Danielle Rumney. A reception will follow the concert. Ticket prices are $10 general admission and $8 for seniors and students. ccvsings.blogspot.com. Contact: Julie Panke 518-370-5434; 518275-3727 or kirkechor@earthlink.net.

Spring Thrift Sale May 5th The United Methodist Women of the First United Methodist Church of East Greenbush is having their Spring Thrift Sale Friday, May 4th 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. and Saturday May 5th 9 a.m.-12 p.m.. Saturday is bag day. There will be many different items from household, clothing to toys as well as a snack bar. All proceeds go to our mission projects. 1 Gilligan Road, off of 9&20.

Mother’s Day Coffee House Friday, May 18th at 7:00 pm

Annual Books, Blooms & Brunch Sales Event at the North Chatham Library on Saturday, May 19th from 9am to 1pm Dive into spring with plants, books, DVD’s, great raffle items, and something yummy to eat. We will have a fantastic selection of fiction, non-fiction, adult and children’s books & puzzles for sale at very reasonable prices, arranged for easy viewing. We will also have a plethora of plants & flowers donated by area gardeners and nurseries for your spring planting needs. Books, Blooms & Brunch is the traditional fund-raising and community event for the North Chatham Free Library and is a true community event. New this year is a bakery café that is replacing the brunch of the last two years. There will be tables in the library garden for enjoying coffee, tea and the abundant offerings of the bakery café. Bakery items can also be purchased to take home. Also new this year is an opportunity for up to five local not-for-profit agencies to set up their own tables to promote their services. For more information on this or any other questions, please call the library at 518766-3211 or email at nclibrary@fairpoint.net and ask to leave a message for the Books & Blooms Committee. A library volunteer will contact you for follow up. The library is located at 4287 Route 203 near the intersection with Route 32 in the hamlet of North Chatham

it a full roster of fabulous acts for your enjoyment. Singing, dancing, instrumentals, storytelling and those ubiquitous jokes from the Mistress of Chatter are lined up. Contributions go to local charities. Hope to see you there! We are located at the corner of Gilligan & Hays Rd. East Greenbush.

Change the World Sunday Sunday, May 20, 2017 at 9:30 a.m.

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Change the World Sunday is a world-wide event. We are organizing project groups for the Goff Garden on Gilligan Road; making and delivering lunches for the Homeless at Interfaith Partnership in Albany, preparing cards and May baskets to residents of Riverside Nursing Home in Castleton; visiting Veterans at the VA Center in Albany with afghans, help with cleaning at St. Paul’s Women’s and Children’s Shelter in Rensselaer. Join us for a morning of working together to make someone’s day a little brighter. We would appreciate your help. Call the church at 477-9693 or stop in to sign up. Registration in advance is appreciated, but not required. We look forward to seeing you on May 20 as we go out to Change the World! we aer located at 1 Gilligan Road, East Greenbush.

The Anchor food pantry is a 'gem' for our community. It provides a helping hand for families in need of assistance when times are tough. We help families in need of food & toiletries while also providing a clothing shop for men, women and children at a very reasonable cost. We also have housewares and linens as well as many other items rotating weekly with new items donated.

Don’t miss it...the Mother’s Day Coffee House on Friday, May 18th at 7:00.

Glendora’s Jokes & Vegetarian Club

A man was very near death. He had only a few hours to live, but he was at home. His wife had baked a batch of cookies, and he reached over to take one. She said, “Don’t eat those; I need them for the funeral!” A young girl was noisy in church. Her mother whispered in her ear, and she calmed down. After the service the mother was asked, “What did you whisper in her ear?” She answered, “I told her that if she makes noise the pastor will lose his place and have to start his sermon all over again.” The enthusiastic preacher declared, “Let’s take all the beer in town and pour it into the river!” The next hymn was “We Will Gather at the River.” The sign in the restaurant window said “Blended Coffee.” A customer asked, “What is it a blend of?” The waitress replied, “Yesterday’s and today’s.” The bank robber said to the bank teller, “One peep out of you and you’re geography!” The teller said, “Don’t you mean history?” The robber said, “Don’t change the subject!” GLENDORA VEGETARIAN CLUB The Glendora Vegetarian Club meets the last Wednesday of every month. Bring a potluck dish that does not contain animal products. Enjoy interesting people while you help animals. Red Robin Song is a vegan bed & breakfast that holds vegan fundraisers to free the animals. For more information call Glendora at 518-610-5810.

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Plant, Bake & Garden Treaure’s Sale The Garden Club of Kinderhook invites all to visit our upcoming Plant, Bake & Garden Treaure's Sale. It will be held (rain or shine!) on Friday May 11, 4:00 to 7:00 and on Saturday May 12, 8:00 to 12:00 at the Kinderhook Village Square. The Club members donate the plants from their private gardens. Also for sale are delicious homemade baked goods! Don't miss our Treasure Table loaded with garden related items and member created baskets! Keep Mother's Day in mind while browsing! Funds raised support the Garden Club community activities throughout the year.

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The Anchor food pantry is hosting a “Dine to Donate” fund raising event on Tuesday May 8th from 5-9 PM at the Recovery Room Restaurant in North Greenbush (next to the movie theater). Every amount spent that night, a percentage with be donated to the Food Pantry. Please come out to dinner that night and support our worthy cause. Coupons will be available at the door.

Greenbush Garden Club Offers Grants Greenbush Garden Club is offering grants in the amount of $250 to schools and non- profit community youth organizations that are initiating or currently maintaining a garden with the goal of developing children’s interest in horticulture, for example a vegetable, pollinator, civic beautification or memorial garden.

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85 South Main Street, Castleton, NY 12033 Weekly Programs: Computer Help Learn the basics of computer use in a one-on-one setting. Offered by appointment to fit your schedule! Call 518-732-0879 to register.

Monday Mile Community Walk Every Monday at 5:00 pm (5/7, 5/14, 5/21 [no walk on 5/28 due to Memorial Day holiday]; 6/4) Location: Intersection of Main Street and Scott Avenue, Castleton, NY 12033 Let’s walk the Main Street Mile together every Monday (weather permitting)! Walk begins and ends at the intersection of Main Street & Scott Avenue. All ages are welcome (children age 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult). Pajama Storytime Every Tuesday at 6:00 pm (5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29; 6/5) Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffed animal friend to this evening storytime! Learn & Play Storytime Every Thursday at 10:30 am (5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31) Children from birth to age 5 are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement while building their early literacy and motor skills! Other Upcoming Programs: Create a Chain Reaction! Thu., 5/3, 3:00-6:00 p.m. Set up a course of ramps, hammers, pendulums, and more, then watch the chain reaction! Star Wars Day – May the Fourth Be With You! Fri., 5/4, 3:00-6:00 p.m. Celebrate the Star Wars universe by making a cool craft! Read to Lacey Mon., 5/7, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Kids – read aloud to Lacey the therapy dog! Reading time with Lacey is first-come, first-served. After Dinner Book Club: Fun Home by Alison Bechdel Mon., 5/7, 7:00 p.m. Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at front desk. Introduction to Meditation Wed., 5/9, 10:30 a.m. Traditional meditation techniques can help balance today’s hectic lifestyles. Learn what meditation is and why it's worth practicing. Experience a few different techniques suitable for beginners. Offered in cooperation with CDPHP. Registration is required and seats are limited; call 518-732-0879. Build with Keva Planks Wed., 5/9, 3:00-6:00 p.m. Want to build something cool? Drop in and make a tower or other exciting structure out of Keva Planks!

| (518) 732-0879 www.castletonpubliclibrary.org Mother’s Day Crafts Fri., 5/11, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Stop in to make a special craft for Mom, Grandma, or another special “Mom” in your life! Family Movie Night (call 518-732-0879 for movie title) Fri., 5/11, 6:00 p.m. Movie lovers of all ages are welcome at our Family Movie Night! Afternoon Book Club – The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead Tue., 5/15, 1:00 p.m. Join us the third Tuesday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at front desk. Legal Clinic Tue., 5/15, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Get a free, private, confidential consultation with an attorney. Appointment required; call 518-435-1770. Yard Yahtzee Wed., 5/16, 4:00 p.m. Come down to the library to play a giant version of one of our favorite games! We’ll play Yahtzee on the front lawn, but in case of bad weather we’ll play inside. For ages 7 and up. Knitting Group Wed., 5/16, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Come knit and chat the third Wednesday of each month! Beginners welcome. Mend-A-Bear Mon., 5/21, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Drop in with your stuffed animals or dog toys for free mending by Kathy Meyer. ICAN: What Is It and How Can It Help Me? Tue., 5/22, 2:00 p.m. Presented by the Legal Aid Society of NENY. The Independent Consumer Advocacy Network (ICAN) assists people in enrolling in and using managed care plans which provide long-term care services, such as home attendant services or nursing home care. ICAN services are free and confidential. Please register; call 518-732-0879. Cool Science: The Case of the Floating Ping Pong Ball Tue., 5/22, 4:00-6:00 p.m. In this month's exploration, we’ll use a hair dryer to float ping pong balls and learn about gravity! Teen Time: Duct Tape Crafts Wed., 5/23, 4:00-6:00 p.m. Come make awesome duct tape creations and enjoy some snacks! For teens in grades 6-12. TED Talk Discussion Series: Friendship Wed., 5/30, 6:30 p.m. Join us for a viewing and discussion of TED Talks that share the common theme of “Friendship.”

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On-Going Events around Our Towne Monday Family Resource Centers of Columbia County (FRC) is a non-profit organization that offers a free playgroup type setting, circle time and free snacks. frc@familyresourcecenterscc.org. The group meets on Mondays & Wednesdays year round at Martin H. Glynn School, 3211 Church Street, Room 210, Valatie Tuesday Free Reiki shares (for Reiki Practitioners who have completed Level 1 and above) the 3rd Tuesday 6.30 to 8.30 at Venture Inward, 568 Columbia Turnipike, #30 VanDenHouten Sqare in East Greenbush. Call 518-477-6566 or check www. ventureinwardcenter.com T.O.P.S. Taking Off Pounds Sensibly: Low Cost, Self-Help Support group for weight loss. Meeting every Tuesday at the Rensselaer Library at 676 East Street. Weigh in at 5:30 & Meeting from 6:00-7:00.

Kick off your summer with the Hudson Berkshire 6th Annual Wine and Food Festival! The Hudson Berkshire Beverage Trail will host its 6th Annual Wine & Food Festival at the historic Columbia County Fairgrounds in Chatham, NY. Come enjoy this event on Memorial Day Weekend: Saturday, May 26th from 11-6pm and Sunday, May 27th from 11-5. This unique INTERSTATE event will feature award-winning wineries, distilleries, cideries, farm producers and crafters from the Hudson Valley and the Massachusetts Berkshire Region all together under one roof! There are displays by local artisans. Music By Tony and Alex Schettino. Our Pride of NY and Berkshire Grown food producers will be selling and sampling gourmet cheeses, olives, jams, sweets, syrups, creameries, bakeries, grass fed meats and more! Throughout the weekend there will be wine, cider and beer seminars, food pairings by local Chefs and restaurateurs and so much more! Of Course it’s a holiday weekend.. so we have lots of family friendly fun activities.

Caregiver Support Groupsare designed to provide emotional, educational and social support for caregivers through regularly scheduled meetings. They help participants develop methods and skills to solve problems. The groups encourage caregivers to maintain their own personal, physical and emotional health, as well as optimally care for the person with dementia. PRESALE TASTING TICKETS ONLINE $20.00. Alzheimer’s Association meets at Hawthorne Ridge at 30 Community Way in East Greenbush, NY. Contact(518) 867-4999, ext. 209 on the 1st TICKETS AT THE GATE WILL BE $25.00. NON TASTING TICKETS $10. PER PERSON. Tuesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday Family Resource Centers of Columbia County (FRC) is a non-profit organization that offers a free playgroup type setting, circle time and free snacks. frc@familyresourcecenterscc.org. The group meets on Mondays & Wednesdays year round at Martin H. Glynn School, 3211 Church Street, Room 210, Valatie.

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There is PLENTY OF FREE PARKING! Please use the ENTRANCE ON RT 66 SIDE OF FAIRGROUNDS. Remember For Eventbrite tickets to choose the day you will attend. Please note that the Columbia County Fairgronds do not allow pets. PLEASE -- NO PETS! Also, THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!!

Storytime Every Wednesday at 10:30am at the Nassau Free Library. Drop in and join Colene for simple stories, songs, and a craft. Nassau Free Library, 18 Church St. Nassau NY. For more information. Call 766-2715 This event is proudly sponsored by Hudson Berkshire Beverage Trail and its Members, UnCork NY, Hudson Valley Agribusiness Corp and Burch or visit www.nassaufreelibrary.org Thursdays Local Veterans meet informally for Breakfast at the Schodack Diner each Thursday from 8:30-10. Please spread the word!

Bottle & Packaging. The Hudson-Berkshire Beverage Trail is the premiere beverage trail in New York State’s Hudson Valley and the Berkshires of Massachusetts. The trail extends from south of Albany, through the Berkshires, and down through Columbia County NY.

Story Hour with Miss Linda at The Castleton Public Library. Story time and crafts! Open to all children and their caregivers; suggested age range 0-6. Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

n the Hudson Berkshire Beverage Trail, you can visit wineries, O distilleries and cideries all within 50 miles of each other. Experience hand-crafted wine, ciders and spirits, along with lots of local fresh The Southern Rensselaer County Rotary Club meets every Thursday, 6:00 PM at Quigley’s Restaurant, Routes 9 & 20 in East Greenbush, NY for dinner, discussion/ produce and other gourmet items from this unique region. speaker and friendship. Potential members and visiting Rotarians welcome. Pat at (518) 766-0215 with any questions.

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Friday Castleton Public Library offers computer help by appointment only. Learn the basics of computer use or ask questions in a one-on-one setting. Please call the library during regular business hours to register. Fridays at 10:00 a.m . (except 1st Friday of each month). FREE REIKI: Reduce stress and promote healing by balancing the body’s energy system. First Friday of the month at Venture Inward, 568 Columbia Turnpike in East Greenbush, NY. 6-6:45pm. Call 477-6566 or go to www.ventureinwardcenter.com for more information. Walk-In’s Welcome Saturdays FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY MEETING: Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? You are not alone. Today there is a solution. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA). No Dues, No Fees, No Weigh-Ins - Weekly meetings on Saturdays at 9:00 am at the Church of St. Mary Parish Center - Rm 4, 163 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer. Contact Ginny 518-465-5469 or www.foodaddicts.org FAMILY STORY TIME, E. Greenbush Community Library, 10 Community Way, 11 am. Stories, songs, crafts; all ages. 518 477-7476 Sundays Free Spaghetti Dinners at the Blooming Grove Reformed Church off Route 4 in Defreestville. Every fourth Sunday of the month (except December) from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Open to all area communities. All are welcome. Come and enjoy pasta with a choice of plain or meat sauce, fresh tossed salad, bread, dessert and a beverage.

Castleton Fire Company Monthly breakfast: First Sunday of the month at 11 Green Ave, 2017-2018 dates as follows: 11/5/17,12/02/17,1/07/18,2/4/18, 3/4/18, 4/8/18, 5/5/18.

FOR DIRECTIONS AND TO PURCHASE TICKETS VISIT: www.hudsonberkshirewinefestival.com For more information on this and all the Hudson Berkshire Beverage Trail events please contact Trail Director Karen Gardy at 518732-7317 or by email Karen_Gardy@yahoo.com and at www. hudsonberkshireexperience.com.

“Gazing Up & Looking Back” By Dennis DeLisle Brilliant Jupiter continues to rise earlier in the evening as the month progresses. Saturn, the ringed planet, will rise in the south-east about three hours after Jupiter as Memorial Day approaches. While Jupiter looks white to the naked eye, Saturn shines with a pale yellow color, making it easy to distinguish from other planets. For a real treat, look up on May 31st to see an almost full moon and Saturn rise together in the south-east around 10:30pm. The ancient Greeks observed that the position of the visible planets changed each evening in relation to the position of the stars - - they seemed to wander the sky. Interestingly, the word planet is derived from the Greek word “planetai”, which translates to “wanderer”. Try observing this effect as the evenings become more comfortable this month. Sharp eyes will notice movement over the course of just 2 or 3 days. Long term observers will be treated to a retrograde movement of Jupiter (i.e., it appears to move backward) later this summer. This is due to the Earth ‘passing’ Jupiter as they race around the sun. Stay tuned since it will not be long before Mars joins this summer’s planet party.

Dennis studied Astronomy, Physics, Computer Science and Mathematics at UAlbany, graduating in 1976. After 41 years in the world of Information Technology, he is now able to spend more time sharing his love of science and math with young and old alike. Cindy, the love of his life, and dd live in Castleton, where they grew up, met and married.

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Dear Dr. Lapinski & Dr. Barile: My dentist said I needed a root canal. My sister says they don’t work Should I do it? Why do root canals get such a bad rap? It’s true. When a patient presents with an infection in the tooth or bone, the pain can be significant, like the worst. And, if that infection ends up being the nerve, then yes, a root canal can be an ordeal - but the pain is more likely the infection, and the root canal is the cure. It’s my experience that most people don’t even know that they need one. Tooth decay doesn’t always hurt until it becomes sensitive or hits the nerve and the nerve begins the process of dying. A root canal essentially is cleaning out that dying or dead nerve to prevent infection. Sometimes a simple cracked tooth or lost filling will require the root canal since there is simply not enough tooth exposed to hold onto a filling, saving the tooth and root structure, so the root canal is the best course of action. To answer your question. It’s estimated that 95% of root canals (or greater) are a successful treatment when completed properly. Now, that’s a loaded sentence. First, not all root canals are the same. Sometimes a tooth has a very large abscess in the bone and even a well done root canal has a higher than normal failure rate because the body cannot heal the damage. There can be curved roots, microscopic canals and even calcified roots. Sometimes, we get in there and find the tooth is fractured vertically. If this happens, there is really nothing we can do to close that fracture and the tooth cannot be saved.

The most unfortunate cases I see are when a patient gets a successful root canal but doesn’t get the recommended crown (as a protective covering), because they are out of pain. Then the fragile tooth cracks and they lose the tooth after all. We see and treat many root canals each week in our office, but we assess each case and make recommendations based on what is best for the patient. Sometimes we might refer a patient to a specialist for a number of reasons. Specifically, the specialist (endodontist) sees cases, all day, every day and often has the added training and extra equipment to tackle the most complex scenarios. These days, root canals are quicker and more comfortable than they’ve ever been. Advances in the filing systems that we use, plus specialized microscopes, all help the practitioner perform a better root canal. Getting the treatment done can help improve your chances to keep your tooth for a long time - and maybe for the rest of your life. So you may have to have a conversation with your sister about this. While I have not seen your specific case, so can’t make a total recommendation, but I can say that if I were diagnosed with needing a root canal, I would know the odds of success are in my favor. Keep asking your questions. We are here to help you keep your smile for a lifetime. DrJoe@LapinskiDental.com www.LapinskiDental.com | DrJoe@LapinskiDental.com

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