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The Our Towne Spotlight shines on... J. Hunziker Paving & Asphalt Serving upstate New York for more than 14 years, J. Hunziker Asphalt Paving greatly values the opportunity to serve and provide superior asphalt paving services. After working in the field for a few years, Jason Hunziker decided that it was time for him to start his own company. From East Greenbush, Jason bought his first truck at 24 years old. With a passion for his work and a strong work ethic, he has successfully grown his business in the Capital District and beyond. No job it too big or too small for this family business. His customers are impressed with his well run, professional team that beautifies homes and businesses for a reasonable price. The outcome is always beautiful, quality asphalt.
J. Hunziker specializes in Driveways, Parking Lots, Seal Coating, Basketball Courts, Excavating, Resurfacing, Digouts, & Decorative Concrete. What has led J. Hunziker Paving down this road of success?
From his previous employers, he took the good & bad experiences and developed a company that now serves both residential & business customers. Jason and his crew are very hard working, focusing on all of the details and quality of service. J. Hunziker Asphalt Paving has proven to his customers that he is a legitimate, honest business that is not out to take advantage of the customer or provide lackluster asphalt services. “J. Hunziker is big enough to serve, and small enough to care.” His reputation in the paving business has allowed him to grow by leaps & bounds in the past few years. He is always reinvesting in his business; purchasing new trucks and equipment looked cleaner than my car on any day of the year. They looked like showroom trucks, and yet, they were out on a job the day before. A very proud and hard working man, he is excited to share his work ethic and success with his son, Hank.
“We offer the highest quality services and know what it takes to meet your needs and surpass your expectations. Our team of professional and highly qualified staff, work hard to meet the customer's individual needs. With updated insurance, equipment and a record of being reliable, you won't be disappointed.” He encourages all customers to research your options before contracting or handing over money when doing any home improvement project. There are a lot of sketchy people out there looking to take advantage of customers. Jason has an A+ Better Business Bureau rating and Our Towne is proud to highlight a local man with a successful local business! You can view more photos of previous projects on J.Hunziker Facebook or www.jhunzikerpaving.com For quality and affordable paving services, call Jason today at 518-858-7917 for a free consultation and estimate!
In addition to hundreds of valued residential customers, Jason has also recently paved commercial parking lots like IVY SPA, Ryder Truck Terminal in Albany, VanVleck Custom Home Builders, 9 & 20 Auto Body, Total Tool and the new Citgo Station in Rensselaer. Not to mention, in the past years he beautified the new Hannoush Jewelers Flagship store on Wolf Road, the Taco Bell in Lake George, the 99 Restaurant & various Dunkin Donuts in the Capital District. He is highly respected in the community, and lives right here with his growing family in Our Towne.
Our Towne Rensselaer County ~ Jennifer Felts~518-380-1279
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Car Show, Food & Live Music Festival Saturday, August 26th 3-8:30pm at Hampton Manor and Onderdonk Parks
Free Admission!
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Vendors & Car Show participants register at www.eastgreenbush.org
LIVE MUSIC
TAS CRU at 3PM Nite Train at 6PM End the Evening with Fireworks over the lake at 8:00pm!
Town Of East Greenbush Proudly Presents
EE n R F sio s i adm
Enjoy Family Fun & Movie Night
Friday, July 14th at the East Greenbush Town Park
6PM: Come Hungry! The Hungry Traveler Food Truck wiill be at the park with dinner. You can check out their menu at: www.hungrytravelertruck.com
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6:30: HAVE FUN!!
TROLL TREASURE HUNT, bounce house and dance party fun!
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THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE WELCOME:
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With Stephanie Daly Hi Everyone, can you believe it is already mid June? I love making this tasty pasta salad. Please check out all of our recipes here http://www.facebook. com/groups/crockpotrecipesathome ITALIAN PASTA SALAD Ingredients1 lb. pasta such as fusilli, penne, or rotini 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut to bite sized pieces 1 lb. summer sausage or salami, cut into chunks 3 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half 1 cucumber, diced 1 pepper (any color you have) ¾ cup black olives, sliced ¼ cup minced fresh parsley sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese (optional) 1½ cups Italian dressing (see below) InstructionsCook pasta according to package directions. Allow to cool slightly (and maybe toss with a little oil to prevent sticking). Toss all ingredients together! Keep in refrigerator until you need. Make Your Own DressingIngredients¾ cup olive oil 2 tablespoons white vinegar (or red wine vinegar work) 2 tablespoons water 1 tablespoons coarse sea salt 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon dry oregano 1 teaspoon dry basil 1 clove garlic black pepper to taste Whisk or run through the blender to make a creamy, slightly thickened dressing.
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5 Guidelines for First-Time Buyers Avoid
making the kinds of mistakes many first-time buyers make!
By Cathy Graziano
1. “I’m the guide, but you’re the driver.” An agent is there to advise, assist and offer direction but it’s you the client who remains in the driver’s seat. Your agent should be happy to show you any home you have interest in. If you see it on Zillow, Trulia or another website notify your agent to show it to you, clicking for “more info” & seeing it with another agent will only confuse things later. In the event you hit a dead end, recalculate, and both of you move on. 2. “Buying a home is a journey.” It’s an adventure. Don’t let anyone push you or dictate your direction. Stick to your own time frame and decide to buy only when you’re 100 percent certain you’ve found the right home. 3. “Bidding wars aren’t fun.” Price wars can prompt buyers to spend more than they intended, or result in them ending up with a house they’re less than thrilled with. 4. “Three must-haves is realistic; make the rest nice-to-haves.” Keep your must-haves to just three top items. Unless you have an unusually large budget, a long wish list will only limit your options. 5. “Get excited when we find the right one!” If the home isn’t “speaking” to you, if you don’t feel a sense of excitement about it, you have permission to walk away. As an agent, I see myself as a matchmaker. I don’t want market forces or significant compromises to push people into a home they won’t love. Cathy is a resident of East Greenbush and Broker/Owner of RE/MAX Platinum. This year marks 26 years of experience in the real estate business for Cathy. She is also a member of NYSAR Professional Standards and Education Management Committees "We would appreciate the opportunity to earn your business and referrals, Call my office at 518-720-3400 or call/text me personally at 518-496-2297 “ Cathy
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Metropolitan Museum of Art ............................................. $ 85 Twin Lobsters at the Hu Ke Lau Rod Stewart Tribute ........$93 Lobster Feast at the Log Cabin Riverside Ramblers ....... $94 Ride the Rails like a Railroad Baron (additional date: 9/7) .... $90 West Point Tour, Cruise & Lunch (additional date: 10/17) ... $115 1,000 Islands Lunch & Cruise (additional date: 8/26) ............ $110 Boston Lighthouse Brunch Cruise ................................... $105 Boston Whale Watch ........................................................... $91 Mystic Aquarium .................................................................. $84 Mystic Seaport ...................................................................... $84 Six Flags New England ......................................................... $65 Coney Island.......................................................................... $60 Block Island Lunch & Tour ................................................ $145 Adirondack Paint, Sip & Sail ............................................. $105 Rhode Island Lighthouses................................................... $99 2017 Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony ........... $65 Nordic Lodge & Foxwoods Casino ................................... $148 See all of our bus tours at yankeetrails.com
Judy’s Journeys 14 Day Spectacular South Africa Discover South Africa’s cosmopolitan cities, expansive desert, magnificent wildlife and fertile wine country combined with a harmonious mix of cultures. $
4699 pp/double
March 15-28, 2018
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The Royal Playa del Carmen It has a relaxed atmosphere, colonial flavor, pedestrian-friendly downtown, with trendy shops and delicious restaurants. Take day trips to Riviera Maya’s must-see sights. Starting from: $2899
pp April 28 - May 5, 2018 Includes Round-trip flights from NYC, Yankee Trails bus to and from NYC, Airport, 7-night stay in a Royal Junior Suite Ocean View Room, all meals, drinks, nightly entertainment at resort, and 4 day excursions.
One day tour prices are per person based on online reservations. Add $5 per person when booking by phone or in person. Cruise prices are based on double occupancy.
518.286.2400 | yankeetrails.com Prices subject to change. All tours/cruises subject to availability. Go to YankeeTrails.com for more info. Worry-free cancellation insurance is highly recommended.
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St. Onge Landscaping Landscape Design & Construction
BRICK AND STONE • Patio & Walks • Driveways • Retaining Walls • Pool House INSTALLATION OF NEW • Trees, Shrubs & Lawns • Outdoor Kitchens • Fire Pits & Grills • Pool Landscapes Drainage Solutions Dozer Excavation Service Tree Removal & Site Work www.stongelandscaping.com
| aaron st. onge, owner & operator 518-283-4013 or 518-461-3227• stongelandscaping@yahoo.com in business for 32 years • free estimates • fully insured
Aaron St. Onge Celebrates 32 Years
A recent customer, Marylou Cappellano offered Aaron the following reference based on her experience with him: "Aaron has proven to be AMAZING. I had interviewed a half dozen prospective In 1985, while studying business at Siena college, Aaron St. contractors and then I was referred to St. Onge Landscaping. Onge started mowing lawns & building decks in the summers to make extra money. Little did he know that his business would Aaron took hours prior to starting the job going over details and plans with me so that I knew exactly what he was thinking and grow into a successful career spanning 32 years. He is a local guy who graduated from Columbia HS and has always worked in planning. He would meet with me throughout the project to discuss the progress and answer my questions. He was able some way since he was 11. His strong work ethic, creativity and extensive knowledge and experience allow him to make your to address issues with drainage, elevation, as well as space limitations. His artistic ability is wonderful. He finished the job dreams a reality. with special unique artistic touches that went above and beyond my expectations. Because Aaron has the ability to do all aspects of Aaron is traditional and quite simple in how he runs St. Onge the job and when he needs to, he has contractors he has worked Landscaping & Design: Meet face to face with the customer, with that will assist in the completion of the projects. He is able to listen to their ideas and goals, share information with them based on his experience and expertise and make a plan that suits meet deadlines. He was able to completely transform my space the customers budget and desired outcome. It is very important in 3 weeks. He kept the workspace clean, and free of debris. His advice about the care and maintenance was invaluable. I also to have open communication through the process, as well. need to mention that the cost of the project was extremely fair and St. Onge Landscaping: Landscape Design & Construction offers reasonable. When you meet Aaron, you will know immediately that you do not need to interview anyone else for your project. the entire spectrum of home improvement. From creating custom outdoor living areas, to additions, bathrooms, kitchens Check out more of his completed projects on his website: www. & home remodels. St Onge Landscaping & Construction also stongelandscaping.com. Aaron is currently seeking new clients will excavate your property, remove trees and provide drainage solutions. During the warm months, Aaron is looking to design who are ready to make a change to their environment & increase their homes value. Call Aaron at 518-283-4013 or 518-461-3227 & create outdoor solutions to improve your home's beauty and for a free consultation today. function.
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Exciting professional musical theatre! 1925 ROUTE 203, CHATHAM, NY
AUGUST 10–20
JULY 27–AUGUST 6
JULY 6–23
AUGUST 24–SEPTEMBER 3
CHILDREN’S THEATRE Exciting musicals for children of all ages. Introduce your youngster to the magic of live theatre!
AUGUST 4–5, 11–12 & 18–19
JUNE 30–JULY 1, 7–8 & 14–15
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JULY 21–22 & JULY 28–29
MAC-HAYDN MONDAYS Special performances with songs, laughter and fun in shows you won’t see anywhere else!
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JULY 17, 7:30 PM
Joe Adee Band
AUGUST 14, 7:30 PM
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July 2017 Dear Our Towne readers, Summer is in full swing! July is one of my favorite months; as we decompress from the demands of the crazy busy school year and focus on...relaxing and family time. My oldest will be gone for 4 weeks this year as a counselor at the YMCA Camp Chingachgook on Lake George. She will be missed greatly. I guess it’s a good trial run for next year when she goes off to college. (Deep sigh). As a parent, I realize the days may be long but the years fly by. How does it happen? At least my younger teen will be home enjoying life as an only child (GASP)! I will smother her with my time and attention to the point of utter annoyance; which will then prompt her to miss her sister! The town of East Greenbush has two full pages of activities and events for the entire community to enjoy. It is really a fantastic, free opportunity to gather with family and friends and have fun. These days, life is filled with so much stress and negativity in the news. When there are positive community events, it is really important to be present in the moment and enjoy what is here and now. In my opinion, social media seems to consume more and more of our time and attention. It is a source of frustration for me; realizing that time spent on our devices may allow us to feel closer to some people across the country, but at the same time,results in less personal interactions with those close to us. It is perplexing to me, honestly, that everyone seems addicted to knowing the thoughts, feelings and news of people that they often don’t even know well enough to call a friend. So, I guess what I am really trying to say is that I am planning on spending more time interacting with people this summer and less time interacting with my phone when I am not working. I wish you all a very Happy and SAFE 4th of July. Enjoy the quiet moments that summer brings and please shop local at businesses that families, not big corporations, run. Your patronage will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for reading Our Towne Magazine. Jennifer Felts
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Castleton Public Library Calendar of Events
85 S. Main Street, Castleton, NY 12033 | 732-0879 | www.castletonpubliclibrary.org Ongoing Classes and Events: Computer Help: Learn the basics of computer use. By appointment. Call 732-0879 to register. Other Upcoming Classes and Events: Building a Better Community: Multigenerational Meet & Greet Wednesday, July 5, 1:30-2:30 pm Location: Riverside Center, 90 N. Main Street, Castleton, NY 12033 Play games & read with Riverside residents. Kids 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Cool Science: Chromatography: Wednesday, July 5, 4:00-6:00 pm Discover the colors hidden within black markers and create a unique butterfly craft. Meet the Rats Storytime: Thursday, July 6, 10:30 am Make a Confetti Bowl!: Thursday, July 6, 12:00-6:00 pm Make a creative, customizable bowl out of confetti pieces! For ages 8 and up. Block Party: Friday, July 7, 10:00-11:00 am Group play with blocks. Ages 6 and under. Saturday Storytime: Saturday, July 8, 10:30 am Magazine Collages: Saturday, July 8, 12:00-4:00 pm Create a one-of-a-kind collage using pictures, patterns, and words from magazines! Knock Hockey: Monday, July 10, 12:00-5:00 pm Bring a friend to play a game of tabletop hockey! The Buzz about Honeybees: Monday, July 10, 6:00 pm Paul MacPhail of Bee Hollow Farm discusses honeybees, challenges they face, and how you can help. Family Magic Show: Tuesday, July 11, 6:00 pm This exciting show by MagicMan is filled with conjuring, comedy, & audience participation!
Building a Better Community: Cemetery Headstone Cleaning Tuesday, July 25, 12:00-1:00 pm: Location: Mountain View Cemetery, Scott Avenue, Castleton, NY 12033 Meet at the flagpole to clean headstones. Kids aged 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Music on the Lawn: Tuesday, July 25, 6:00-8:00 pm Join us for live music on the front lawn! Sponsored by Friends of CPL. Pajama Storytime: Tuesday, July 25, 7:00 pm Dork Your Diary!: Wednesday, July 26, 12:00-6:00 pm Ever feel like you’re in Diary of a Wimpy Kid or Dork Diaries? Come decorate a blank diary! Yoga on the Lawn with Rachel Toolan Wednesday, July 26, 6:30-7:15 pm Held indoors if bad weather. Bring your own mat. All skill levels. Ages 12 and up. Baseball Storytime with the Tri-City Valley Cats: Thursday, July 27, 10:30 am Creative Writing Workshop for Kids & Teens: Thursday, July 27, 1:00-2:00 pm Block Party: Friday, July 28, 10:00-11:00 am Group play with blocks. Ages 6 and under. Water Balloon Baseball (Ages 7 and up): Friday, July 28, 12:00 pm Marble Run Fun!: Saturday, July 29, 12:00 pm Build a unique maze, then drop in a marble and watch it work! Lego Building Challenge: Monday, July 31, 12:00-7:00 pm Come build your best Lego creation — we’ll take a photo and put it on display! Color Me Calm: Coloring for Grown-Ups: Monday, July 31, 5:00-8:00 pm Snack Attack! with Honest Weight Food Co-op: Tuesday, August 1, 6:00 pm Kids and teens -- learn to create healthy snacks!
Wii-vening: Wednesday, July 12, 5:00-8:00 pm Come play Wii and enjoy snacks! Ages 7 and up. Yoga on the Lawn with Rachel Toolan: Wednesday, July 12, 6:30-7:15 pm Held indoors if bad weather. Bring your own mat. All skill levels. Ages 12 and up. Meet a Policeman Storytime: Thursday, July 13, 10:30 am Build Better Worlds with the Tang Teaching Museum & Art Gallery Thursday, July 13, 4:00 pm: Create a 3-D collage out of world maps. Ages 6 and up. Please register; call 732-0879. Family Movie Night (call 732-0879 for title): Thursday, July 13, 6:00 pm Block Party: Friday, July 14, 10:00-11:00 am Group play with blocks. Ages 6 and under. Cool Science: Squishy Circuits: Friday, July 14, 4:00-6:00 pm Create squishy dough circuits that can turn on lights, make noises, and more! Chalk the Walk!: Saturday, July 15, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Comics Fun: Monday, July 17, 5:00-8:00 pm Do you like drawing? Come to this workshop to create your own comic! Lego Chain Reactions: Tuesday, July 18, 1:00-4:00 pm Take Legos to the next level -- create simple machines using our special set! Afternoon Book Club: Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins Tuesday, July 18, 1:00 pm Legal Clinic (Sponsored by The Legal Project) Tuesday, July 18, 5:30-7:00 pm Free, confidential consultation with an attorney. Appointment required; call 4351770. Knitting Group: Wednesday, July 19, 6:00-8:00 pm Yoga on the Lawn with Rachel Toolan: Wednesday, July 19, 6:30-7:15 pm Held indoors if bad weather. Bring your own mat. All skill levels. Ages 12 and up. Nature Storytime: Mammals: Thursday, July 20, 10:30 am Staff from Schodack Island State Park will teach us about animal life in the forest. Cool Science: Make Your Own Ice Cream: Thursday, July 20, 4:00-6:00 pm Learn about chemistry while creating a tasty treat! Block Party: Friday, July 21, 10:00-11:00 am Group play with blocks. Ages 6 and under. Board Game Bonanza!: Saturday, July 22, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Bring family or friends and play a variety of board games! Simple Machines with Children’s Museum of Science and Technology Monday, July 24, 6:00 pm Kids explore levers, pulleys, inclined planes, & wedges. Ages 7-12. TED Talk Discussion Series: Community: Monday, July 24, 6:30 pm
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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
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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. 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. Alzheimer’s Association meets at Hawthorne Ridge at 30 Community Way in East Greenbush, NY. Contact(518) 867-4999, ext. 209 on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 1:00 p.m.
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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. 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 or visit www. nassaufreelibrary.org
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Local Veterans meet informally for Breakfast at the Schodack Diner each Thursday from 8:30-10. Please spread the word!
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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.
JULY EVENTS: JULY 6th: Special dinner celebrating Independence Day with Brian Zappel.
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/ speaker and friendship. Potential members and visiting Rotarians welcome. Call Pat at (518) 766-0215 with any questions.
July 18th: “An Afternoon with Frank Sinatra” with Joseph Kriss
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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
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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. Our Towne Rensselaer County ~ Jennifer Felts~518-380-1279
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E a s t Gr e e n bu s h C o m mu n i t y L i b r a r y www.eastgreenbushlibrar y.org~ 477-7476 ADULT SUMMER READING PROGRAMS Build a Better World FILM SERIES: Fridays at 2:00 pm JULY 14 – He Named Me Malala JULY 21- Life, Animated JULY 28 – Lion AUGUST 4 – Babette’s Feast Fiber Arts for a Good Cause Thursday, July 20: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Are you a seamstress/knitter/crocheter who enjoys giving to a good cause? We will be creating pillow case dresses and britches for Little Dresses for Africa (http://www.littledressesforafrica.org/) and knitted or crocheted chemo caps to donate. Our supply of sewing machines will be limited, so if you have a machine, please bring it along. All other supplies & refreshments provided. PLEASE REGISTER
EVENTS FOR CHILDREN: Drop In Summer Storytimes Wednesdays @ 10:00 OR 11:00 pm starting June 28. All ages can enjoy stories, songs, and crafts at our family storytime. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL SUMMER READING EVENTS Week 2 REGISTRATION BEGINS FOR Residents: Monday, June 26, Non-residents: Friday, June 30 Fun on the Library Lawn (all ages) : Wednesday, July 5 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Join us on the library lawn for outdoor fun with games, bubbles, hula hoops, and the parachute! Weather permitting. Tri-City ValleyCats (ages 3+). Thursday, July 6 @ 11:00 am. Meet the mascot, Southpaw, hear a baseball story, and find out how to earn free ValleyCats tickets.
Collecting for Kids During July & August! During the months of July & August, the library will be collecting backpacks, Tech with Teens: littleBits (ages 8-12). Friday, July 7 @ 11:00 am Join our Teen Tech Team for some STEM (science, technology, engineering & school supplies and new packages of kids’ underwear & socks for math) fun with littleBits and Snap Circuits. CoNSERNS-U. Events for Adults: All programs are free and open to the public. Due to limited space, registration is required for all programs, concerts & movies. Call 477-7476 or visit our webpage and use our online registration.
Week 3 REGISTRATION BEGINS FOR Residents: Monday, July 3, Nonresidents: Friday, July 7
Arts & Crafts Drop In Crafternoons: 1:00 - 3:00 pm Friday, July 7 & Tuesday, July 18; Bring your own projects to work on. Coloring supplies available.
Big Truck Day (all ages): Tuesday, July 11 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Stop by to see real big trucks! The Town of East Greenbush will have several trucks for the kids to see, and there will be a firetruck too! Come on inside afterwards to play with toy trucks and crafts.
Beaded Bracelets with Vicki Thursday July 13, 1:00 to 5:00 pm Make a beaded wrap bracelet with Vicki Bucciatini in this adult-level class. Space is limited. .
Art with the Tang Museum (ages 6-10): Tuesday, July 11 @ 2:00 pm Create a 3-D sculptural collage using a variety of world maps!
Summer Music Series Red Haired Strangers Wednesday, July 5 – 7:00 pm Original crafted music that is classic Americana, grown locally in the Capital District. On our patio (weather permitting). Bring chairs and blankets. 2 Broads with Alotta Sound Wednesday, July 12 – 7:00 pm Quency Rene (Q) and Diane Geddes will perform a variety of musical tunes spanning the decades. Skip Parsons and Clarinet Marmalade Trio Wednesday, July 26 – 7:00 pm Enjoy the Blues, songs of the gay ninties, early jazz, and more. On the patio, (weather permitting). Sonny and Perley Wednesday, August 2 – 7:00 pm Sonny Daye and Perley Rousseau will perform the tunes from the Great American Songbook & more. Health and Wellness Food for Thought Cookbook Club & Recipe Swap Thursdays:July 27, August 31 at 6:00 pm Bring your cooking stories and favorite recipes and a dish if you wish. Explore Vietnam Through YMCA World Service Tuesday, July 11 at 6:00 pm Explore the sights & tastes of Vietnam through the YMCA’s service trip to the Mekong Delta by Josephine Reeder. The Buzz about Honeybees Wednesday July 12, 2:00 pm Paul McPhail, beekeeper at Bee Hollow Farm & Apiary will discuss the lives of honeybees. FREE Movie Night Wednesday, July 19 @ 6:30 pm: Table 19 There will be a Public Hearing on Tuesday, July 18 at 7:00 pm On the preliminary 2018 Library Budget The Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting Follow on Tuesday
Brownies & Board Games (all ages): Monday, July 10 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Play board games with friends or our VolunTeens. Snacks provided.
Building Club (ages 5-12): Tuesday, July 11 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Drop in and build with our newest construction sets! LEGOs, KEVA planks, Qubits, and Tinker Toys! Outdoor Concert with Miss Lisa (ages 2-6): Wednesday, July 12 @ 6:00 pm Join Lisa Russo, of Miss Lisa’s Musikids for a sing-along on the library lawn with lots of hands-on instruments for the kids. Baby Bounce (baby – 24 months): Thursday, July 13 @ 11:00 am Songs, rhymes & stories for babies and toddlers! Open playtime afterwards. The Magicman (ages 4+): Thursday, July 13 @ 7:00 pm Enjoy a fun magic show with Chris “Mr. Magicman” LaBarge! Be the Star! (ages 8+): Friday, July 14 @ 10:00 am Join magician Jackie Reynolds to learn the basics of juggling, magic, balloon twisting, and ventriloquism in this hands-on workshop! Week 4 REGISTRATION BEGINS FOR Residents: Monday, July 10, Nonresidents: Friday, July 14 The Three Little Pigs with The Puppet People (ages 3-7): Monday, July 17 @ 11:00 am. Will the Big Bad Wolf be able to huff and puff and blow the pig’s house down? Find out in this fun puppet show! Build a Better World (ages 6+). Wednesday, July 19 @ 2:00 pm Join retired school librarian Jill Leinung for stories and activities! Caps for Sale: Monkey Fun! (ages 3-7). Thursday, July 20 @ 6:30 pm Watch a story, read some books, and do crafts with Barbara Lukas from WMHT. Curious George will make a special appearance! Each child will receive a free book. Bubble Bonanza (ages 2+). Friday, July 21 @ 10:00 am. Join us on the library lawn to make bubbles of every shape and size. Week 5 REGISTRATION BEGINS FOR Residents: Monday, July 17, Non-residents: Friday, July 21 Traveling Farm (ages 4+). Monday, July 24 @ 1:00 pm Meet and learn about the farm animals of Winterberry Farm! Capture the Flag (ages 8-11). Tuesday, July 25 @ 2:00 pm. The Wayfinder Experience (a live-action role-playing company) will guide us through teambased games. Take part in a fast-paced game of Capture the Flag and learn to duel with foam swords! Summer Stomp (ages 3-6): Tuesday, July 25 @ 6:30 pm Get your groove on with Miss Rose! We’ll dance, play, sing, and shake our way to silly summer fun!
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Animal Adaptations (ages 7+) Wednesday, July 26 @ 2:00 pm Join the educators at CMOST (Children’s Museum of Science & Technology) to learn about the amazing ways animals build their homes. Reptile Adventures (all ages) Wednesday, July 26 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm Stop by the library’s outdoor patio and meet reptiles up close! Reptile Adventures will be here with snakes, lizards, and more! Baby Bounce (baby – 24 months) Thursday, July 27 @ 11:00 am Songs, and stories for babies and toddlers! Open playtime afterwards. Tech w/Teens: Coding & Squishy Circuits Fun (ages 5-8) Friday, July 28 @ 11:00 am Join our Teen Tech Team to make your play dough creations come to life with LEDs and buzzers. Also explore coding with a robot mouse and a Cubetto block robot! EVENTS FOR TWEENS/TEENS (ENTERING 6TH-12TH GRADE) REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Throwback Thursday Thursday, July 6 @ 7:00 pm Have fun doing all of your favorite childhood activities: LEGOs, coloring, games, Play Doh, friendship bracelets, snacks, and more! Smoothie Bike Thursday, July 13 @ 2:00 pm The Honest Weight Food Co-op will be here with their smoothie bike with tips and tricks to selecting and making your own healthy snacks. Tween/Teen Game Day Tuesday, July 18 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm FlipSide Gaming will demo the coolest and latest board games. Get together with your friends for an afternoon of games, snacks, and fun! Anime Club Summer Movie Thursday, July 20 @ 1:00 pm Show up a few minutes early to vote on which Studio Ghibli movie to watch. Learn about our Teen Anime Club and enjoy pizza! Capture the Flag (with Swords!) (ages 12+) Tuesday, July 25 @ 3:15 pm The Wayfinder Experience will guide us through team-based games and outdoor activities. Take part in a fast-paced game of Capture the Flag and learn to duel with foam swords! DIY Spa Night Thursday, July 27 @ 7:00 pm Homemade sugar scrubs, lip balms, bath bombs, and more! Wear your comfiest clothes and come relax at the library. Space is limited.
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PEOPLES PARADE KINDERHOOK VILLAGE: JULY 4TH. We want you and your patriotic spirit too!!!! Decorate your car, stroller, wagon, garden tractor, bike... Anything you can push, pull or ride, decorate it with good old American Pride! Wear your best red, white & blue. Not up for marching?? Bring a chair to relax & watch from the sidelines. Patriots of all ages are welcome. Parade assembles at 11am at the park on Rothermel Lane & ends in the Village Square. With food from Pippy's Food Truck, guest speakers & singing of our National Anthem. Sponsored by the Kinderhook Business and Professional Association (KBPA) Visit us on the web at www.kinderhookbusiness.com
Castleton-on-Hudson Main Street Assocation Progress
“The Castleton-on-Hudson Main Street Assocation is a positive force dedicated to promoting visible change, economic growth, and community pride. “ Excitement and ideas overflow at every meeting of the Main Street Assocation. First, we are pleased to announce Main Street Day on 9/9 at 11am-3pm. This will be a day to focus on Main Street’s past, present, and future. We will have food and music, as well as information on Main Street and our Association. We hope you will join us and take part in the discussion that surrounds Main Street. Additionally, we have raised $1,350 to install a Nautical Flagpole on Main Street. See our website for more info. We will have a 501c3 charity setup to accept general donations by the end of August. This will allow us to raise funds for Main Street. In addition we have several smaller goals and some seedlings of ideas. A grant was submitted for solar powered speed limit signs. Plans to install a bike rack across from The Store are in the works. We are exploring ways to spruce up Main Street including more benches, painting the garbage cans and street signs, solar street lights, and avenue flags. We hope to create a volunteer Cleanup Crew dedicated to keeping Main Street neat and tidy. We are talking with DOT to get crosswalks at our intersections. We have had discussions around starting museums, a co-operative book store or a grocery store, or a Main Street focused real estate investment trust. We heard through the grapevine of two more businesses setting up shop on Main Street – more to come as we hear it. We are so excited. All ideas are welcome: big and small, reasonable and far reaching. Our goal is to harness the energy and ideas into visible change along Main Street. We hope you’ll join us. E-mail mainstreetcastleton@gmail.com with any questions. Nathan Hans, President Castleton-on-Hudson Main Street Association---Castletonmainstreet.org Castleton Cemetery Association Receives Historical Marker Trustees of the Castleton Cemetery Assoc. recently unveiled a Historical Marker at Mountain View Cemetery in the Village of Castleton-on-Hudson on Scott Ave. The Association was able to obtain the marker with help from the Village and Town of Schodack. The Castleton Cemetery Assoc. it was incorporated in 1855 by combining the Old & Church Burial Grounds. It is now called Mountain View Cemetery. The oldest burial is from 1811 and includes Veterans back to the Spanish American War. This historical Cemetery is the largest green space in the Village. For more information, help in purchasing graves, please contact Norman Wiley, President at (518)-469-1595, nwiley@nycap.rr.com Glendora’s Jokes & Vegetarian Club Information How does the mathematician discipline his children? “If I told you n times, now I’m telling you n+1 times.” Are you coming to our picnic the last Wednesday in July (the 26th) on the banks of the Valatie Kill? We are having Amy’s No-Cheese Pizza - deliciously filling and no gooey cholesterol to clog your arteries! It is a potluck. You may bring a dish, if you want, as long as it has no animal products. Last month the Physician’s Committee for Responsible Medicine had a nationwide telephone conference for us members to stop the cruelty to animals rampant in training doctors. All those dear animals want is for you to be their friend, as your dog or cat. You would not brutalize your dog or cat, would you? Answer their plea! For more information, call Glendora at 518-610-5810.
The Dutch Reformed Church of Schodack at Muitzeskill is seeking vendors to sell a variety of goods at their upcoming annual mini-market, on Saturday, August 12. The event will take place rain or shine. For more information and to reserve your space, contact Diana at 518-732-7345 or email dblpec@gmail.com. The registration deadline is August 2nd. CALLING ALL GARDENERS! We are growing, literally! After a successful first year, the Castleton-on-Hudson Community Garden will be increasing our harvest and adding some special new features. We’re looking for an assistant chairperson – no experience necessary! Activities include bringing produce to the local food pantry, helping develop community programs (e.g., with students, local Girl Scout troops), and playing in the dirt. We guarantee fun, camaraderie and learning new things. Just want to garden? We also have free plots available! All we ask in return is a little help weeding and watering the bed dedicated to the Anchor food pantry. For more information, to volunteer, or to request a plot, contact Kim at fortoday7@yahoo.com or 518-275-9443.
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The 2017 Clove Run Road Race supports The Anchor
The Castleton Road Racing Commission in conjunction with the Castleton Kiwanis Club has scheduled the Clove Run races to be held in the bucolic Village of Castleton on August 12 with all proceeds once again going to the Anchor food pantry. There will be a family fun run for children, a 5K and 10 mile races starting at the Castleton Elementary School beginning at 8 am. All runners that are interested in pre-registration can visit our web site at http://www.vanrensselaerdivision.org/clove_run or you can call 732-2940 formore information. Medals will be awarded in all age groups.
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Walk,run to benefit the Global Lyme Alliance on Sunday September 10, 2017 , at The Crossings in Colonie,NY. $35 Per person, $100 per family. 930 am registration, 11 am run, 1115am walk. Speaker, free massages, giveaways,raffles, fun for all. For more information, please contact Heidi Buono at (518) 577-3316 . To register , please do so at globallymealliance.org/events/ albany2017/ A DAY AT THE RACES WITH RENSSELAER H.S. ALUMNI Come join the fun on Wednesday July 26th at Saratoga Race Track with the Rensselaer H. S. Alumni, all alumni and friends are welcome to join us. We will be in the picnic area to the right of the main gate, close to bathrooms, betting windows and large TV. Meet old friends and make new ones and maybe win a little money on the races. In case of heavy rain we will move our date to Thursday July 27th. RENSSELAER H.S. ALUMNI ASSOCIATION 1st ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
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Join the Alumni on Friday September 15, 2017 for our first annual golf tournament at AT BURDEN LAKE COUNTRY CLUB. This is sure to be a fun day for all: $125PP for full day of golf, golf cart and meals/ $40PP for BBQ only/ Sponsors Ads $100 or $300. Price includes 9AM Breakfast, 10am Registration, 10:15AM 3PM Golf Scramble, 3PM BBQ including Beer, Soda, Salads and Chicken. Pre-Registration due September 8, 2017. Make Checks Payable to Rensselaer H.S. Alumni Association. Send to the Association at 25 Van Rensselaer Dr., Rensselaer, NY 12144. Contact Gerry Mullaney ‘65 at 518-649-0497 with questions.
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Rensselaer Public Library July Events Build a Better Sundae-July 1 from 11-2. Our summer kick-off! Ice cream, balloon twister, music and fun activities. Sign up to get prizes for telling us about reading! The “Build a Better World” club for kids and teens runs from July 1 to August 12. Weekly
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·Builder party– July 8, 1 PM. Play at building and digging! Ages 4-10. ·Egg Drop Challenge– July 15, 1 PM. Can you save the egg from cracking? Scientist George Steele will lead the challenge. Please sign up. Ages 8-18. ·World Clothing– July 22, 1 PM. Learn about what people wear around the world and why. Please sign up. Ages 4-12. ·Tween Takeover—Friday July 28 from 6-9. Must sign up in advance. Kids ages 10-13 take over the library when we close- music, games and fun! ·Unbirthday Party– July 29, 1 PM. It’s not your birthday? What a coincidence, it’s not mine either! Celebrate with party games, cake and piñata. ·Magic Show –August 5, 1 PM Best and Brightest Magic-Puppet Show with Jackie the Magician! Ages 4-12. Please sign up. ·Cupcake finale party-August 12, 1 PM. All of our readers are invited to make cupcakes and celebrate the end of the reading program. 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.
Trinity Lutheran Church Hymn Sing Sunday, July 16, 2017 at 6:00 PM Trinity Lutheran Church, 68 Green Ave, Castleton, NY will host a public Hymn Sing at 6 PM on Sunday, July 16, 2017. We will provide a time for fellowship, with sandwiches and dessert items, in our fellowship hall starting at 5:15 PM. There will be a good will offering during the Hymn Sing to benefit the Cooperative Christian Ministries of Schodack (CCMS) Anchor food pantry and thrift store.
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The East Greenbush Community Library and the Greenbush YMCA Farmers’ Market is every Wednesday from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. The market has approximately 20 vendors each week including farms with fruits, veggies and flowers. There are great vendors featuring honey, maple, cheeses, kettle corn, seasoned pretzels, jams, wine and craft beer. Check out our new craft booths with jewelry, crocheted items, pottery, weaving, candles and soaps. Carol’s Place is our weekly food truck except on July 5 we will have The Chuck Wagon and on July 12 The Hungry Traveler to pick up dinner. Visit our website: https:// eastgreenbushlibrary.org/events-newsletters/farmers-market for special events on the library patio in July.
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2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4x4 Sahara 4dr SUV , 59K Miles. ONE OWNER Clean Carfax, Hard / Soft Top, Remote Starter, Heated Seats & Mirrors, Running Boards, Portable Audio Connection, Stereo Controls on the Wheel, Trailer Hitch, 4x4, Keyless Entry,. **Previous Canadian History $27,997
2013 RAM Ram Pickup 2500 4x4 Big Horn 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB Pickup, 63KMiles, ONE OWNER Clean Carfax 5.7L V8 Hemi, 4 Brand New Tires, 6-ftBed, Bedliner, Navigation, Remote Starter, Traction Control, Trailer Hitch, Parking Distance Control, Backup Camera, Heated Seats $29,797
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4x4 LTZ 4dr Crew Cab LB, 64K Miles, Certified 6.0L V8, Clean Carfax, Navigation, Remote Starter, 8-foot Bed, Bedliner, Tonneau Cover, Running Boards, Backup Camera, Parking Distance Control, Heated Seats, Premium Wheels, Traction Control, Trailer Hitch, $31,997
2014 Ford F-350 Super Duty 4x4 Lariat 4dr Crew Cab 6.8ft SB SRW Pickup, 48KMiles. Fully Loaded!! ONE OWNER 6.7L V8 Clean Carfax, Leather Interior, FX4 Offroad Package, Powerstroke Diesel, Remote Starter, 6.5-foot Bed, Bedliner, Navigation, Power Sunroof, Running Boards, $47,497
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