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NOVEMBER Complimentary
The Day after Thanksgiving... They’ll be here!
Christmas Trees Wreaths Kissing Balls Boughs
CHRIS WEBBS
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November is...
Dear Readers,
Adoption Month Alcohol Education Month Alzheimer’s Disease Month Aviation History Month Dummies for Tummies Month Family Caregivers Month Family Literacy Month Family Stories Month International Drum Month Life Writing Month Lung Cancer Awareness Month Marrow Awareness Month National American Indian Month National Diabetes Month National Epilepsy Month National Healthy Skin Month National Hospice Month National Ice Skating Month National Peanut Butter Lover’s Month National Stamp Collecting Month One Nation Under God Month Rotary Foundation Month Snug Hugs for Kids Month Violence Against Women Awareness Month
The Holiday season is here! We are going to keep our spirits up even though times are a bit hard on a lot of people! I f the economy is hurting you - there are creative ways to get through the holidays without spending a lot of money - visit your local retailers who will work with you on a personal level and help you - above and beyond the what the national chains will do. Also a lot of the local stores offer classes to help you make things for the holidays so you’ll save more on gifts and have fun doing it. The chain stores that advertise in Our Towne are ones that will work with you as well..just ask! Plus there’s a lot to do in Rensselaer County and a lot of businesses to go to as we look forward into getting into the holiday season. Enjoy the recipes and ideas inside Our Towne for the holidays. Have fun at the local events - celebrate Veterans Day & Thanksgiving.. check out the ads for money saving ways to do it! Have a Wonderful Thanksgiving and no matter what your situation is there is something you can be thankful for... family, friends and the life you’ve lived. Our Towne is thankful for not only our Advertisers but especially Our Readers and that we can still bring Good News to Rensselaer County! Have a Happy Thanksgiving & we will look forward to seeing you in December! Publisher Ginny Siciliano 522-0575 or 439-1731 ginny@ourtownerensco.com gmp@nycap.rr.com
The annual holiday tradition which transforms the historic streets of downtown Troy into a magical stage of song, dance, and family enjoyment – the Troy Victorian Stroll – is set to happen for the 28th time on Sunday, December 5, from 11 am to 5:00 pm—and will offer more than 100 free attractions, including the region’s top performers, musicians, dancers, magicians, and storytellers.
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Training Classes for Puppies & Dogs Basic Obedience Star Puppy Canine Good Citizen Rally O Workshops Puppy Play & Socialization group These classes are offered evenings and weekends for your convenience at Shampoodle in Clifton Park Learn how to get well trained pups at Reasonable Prices from certified trainers! Just off Exit 8 of the Northway.
Clifton Park - Plaza 8 1536 Crescent Rd. (just off Exit 8 of the Northway) 371-6600
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Big or small we love them all!
Convenient...Great location. Fill out our forms for admission. You can have your day camp pups washed or groomed before you pick them up at a reduced cost.
We supply everything... just bring in your dirty dog!
We- Do-It - We'll wash your pup and do nails in an hour or less (appts necc.we only do one at a time)
Grooming - for pups that need a trim or cut
Reasonably Priced Packages Available! Open Mon- Fri 6:45 am - 7 pm
(appt. necc. we do 1 on 1 until done- no kennels, ready in less than 2 hours usually)
Puppy Play Group - Mondays & Thursdays
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Clifton Park - Plaza 8 1536 Crescent Rd. (just off Exit 8 of the Northway) 371-6600 Delmar - 266 Delaware Ave. 368-3260 Open 7 days a week at both locations! Mon-Fri 11-7, Sat 9-5, Sun 10 - 4 (Grooming starts at 8 am) www.shampoodledogwash.com Visit us on line at www.ourtownerensco.com
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We have the largest selection of Fresh & Frozen Seafood direct from Boston fishing docks for both retail & wholesale customers! • Scallops • Haddock • Clams • Shrimp • Tuna • Bluefish • Salmon • Sole • Halibut • Catfish • Swordfish
• Scrod • Trout • Mussels • King Crab • Oysters • Calamari • Lobster Tails & much more! OPEN MON-SAT
"New Lenten Great for specials everyday!" Cook-outs!
Don’t be a turkey by waiting til the last minute, or order your holiday gifts now!
FRESH FROM OUR FISH MARKET RIGHT TO YOUR TABLE! Try our legendary Haddock Fish Fry & our popular Seafood Platter. We promise you will never leave hungry!
Specializing in: • Screen printing • Embroidery • Promotional Products • Brand Building, • Corporate & Team Apparel • Ad Specialties
Holiday Shrimp Platters Holiday Shrimp Platters Fresh, made to order hand peeled large shrimp, Freshly cooked garnished & servedshrimp with Hand peeled our cocktail sauce & lemon. 4040ct ct. 60 ct. |8060ct.ct100 $24 $36ct. complete with cocktail sauce & 80 ctlemon $48 |garnish 100ct $60
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We Make it Easy For You... We come to you for Ordering, Pickup and Delivery! 518.588.5100 - Dawn Poole 518.588.3737 - Mitch Poole
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Schuyler Bakery, Inc Proudly serving the Capital District for over 55 years Pr Don't forget your Thanksgiving & Everyday Shopping. Do Delicious and Fresh Baked Pies, Rolls, Donuts, Danish, Del Coffee Cakes, Cookies, Paska and Cidar Donuts. C
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Over the River and Through….!
SHOWCASE ON DOWNTOWN TROY
Imagine a place only minutes from home that feels like another world. Troy’s downtown has experienced an urban renaissance that makes the city the ideal place to go for the holidays. The new Troy is a place where New York City-style artsy edge meets the slow influence of 19th century architectural magnificence to create a hybrid community of artists, potters, framers, chefs and fashion designers who make a visit here an experience to remember. Holiday shoppers will be pleasantly surprised to find that most boutiques are filled with one-of-a-kind items designed by the shop owners who are artists or fashion designers themselves! Amidst the newcomers the old standards like the Troy Music Hall, Russell Sage College, the Troy Public Library, and the Farmers Market remain. This Holiday season Our Towne decided to fuel Troy’s Renaissance with a SHOWCASE! On the following pages you will find a listing of some of the wonderful café’s, pubs, boutiques and special places that make Troy an experience like no other! Check out our calendar of events (on page 28) for times and details about events in Troy like the monthly art-centered Troy Night Out, The Victorian Stroll, Concerts at The Troy Music Hall and more! Continued on p10 8
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Music Hall Events Calendar 11/5/2010 7:30:00 PM The Capital Region Coalition to End Homelessness Presents: Colin Hay in the “Help for the Homeless” Concert 11/9/2010 12:00:00 PM Troy Savings Bank Music Hall & Kinderhook Bank Presents: The Chronicles Band Contemporary Jazz
11/13/2010 3:00:00 PM Empire State Youth Orchestra Presents: Youth Orchestra Fall Concert 11/14/2010 Troy Chromatic Concerts Presents: Lara St. John, violin
3:00:00 PM
11/19/2010 8:00:00 PM The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall Presents: Dailey & Vincent Jaime Dailey and Darrin Vincent are the fastest rising stars in bluegrass. 11/21/2010 3:00:00 PM Willjam Productions Presents: New York Rat Pack 12/11/2010 7:30:00 PM Irish American Heritage Museum Presents: Andy Cooney’s A Classic Irish Christmas Providing the original DALBEC Loudspeakers For Troy Music Hall Since 1998
Commercial • Residential • THX Home Theater Vintage Equipment • Sales and Service Showroom and Service Located in Troy, NY www.dalbec.com / dalbec@dalbec.com / 518.272.7098
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Nov. 16th ~ Bluegrass Jam with Twisted String Band 7pm
Don’t forget g to visit LoPorto’s which “Martin Scorsese fell in love while on location for “The Age g of Innocence” - The northern Italian menu is heavyy on seafood, but with favorite old-fashioned items. Familiar dishes seem extra tasty. y There are few surprises here, but chef Michael Lo p Porto is a master of his cuisine and dulyy merits his adulation. Dish to Die For The seafood-laden hot antipasto is a knockout! Visit 85 4th St Troy
Presents of the past, treasures of tomorrow
Holmes and Watson Troy’s “Gastro Pub”
Romanation Jewelers has the timeless gift you’ve been searching for. Save 20-50% on everything in our store during our Victorian Stroll Sale from 11Am-5 Pm. Visit us on December 5th 2010 and enjoy an afternoon of holiday shopping and in-store events including:
Join us for the Victorian Stroll Sunday, December 5, 2010 11AM - 7 PM
Book Your Holiday Party Gift Certificates Available
Live Music from 12 Noon - 4 PM Enjoy free hot cider and baked goods Operate our vintage Lionel train window display.
48 Third Street - Troy, NY 12180
518.272.0643
www.romanationjewelers.com
450 Broadway, Troy 518-273-8526 Mon - Sat, 11am - 11pm
Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4 - 7 pm
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Some of our advertisers who are SHOWCASED this month River Rocks Jewelry and Bead Shop (209-211 River Street): The Shop is stocked with gorgeous handmade jewelry, work by local artists, fairtrade gifts and accessories from around the world, and an extensive selection of beads. Create your own or let us custom design something for you.
Broken Mold is a great place to take a pottery lesson, observe students, or watch a studio potter at work.
Pigment Art Supply - is an independent, artist owned and operated art supply store located in historical Troy NY, just off Monument Square. Our goal is to stock affordable, quality materials that you need as a student or professional artist. Art supplies make great gifts too! The Judges Inn - The judges Inn is a great new hot spot
Artcentric Gallery (274 River Street) showcases the work of local artists and craftspeople, offering unique local and fair trade gifts. Renewool sweaters, fused glass, soy candles, handmade knit for adults and children are just a few of the wonderful things available.
Olga Z Design Studio (11 Second Street) The newly opened Olga Z Design Studio is a women's clothing store different from any other in the Capital District. Olga designs and custom fits all the clothing she sells. Blouses, Skirts, jackets, dresses - are made on premises from designer fabrics. The Broken Mold (284 River Street) Open since December 2005, The Broken Mold Studio is located in Troy’s Historic Market Block. The Broken Mold offers a wide selection of decorative and functional pottery hand made by local potters. With a warm and friendly atmosphere The
for Home made Pub fair with a twist. All of our menu items are made to order and there are new specials all the time.
Truly Rhe ~ The Unique Boutique. - Nestled in the heart of downtown Troy Truly Rhe offers a unique array of Clothing, Jewelry, Accessories, Gifts and Extraordinary one of a kind finds. Keeping the assortment fun and fabulous is my mission.
The Clement Family takes great pride in a 60 year Tradition of Quality Custom Framing. Your satisfaction is always guaranteed. The use of Museum Standards insures proper protection and enjoyment of your cherished possessions through the test of time. X’s to O’s “We invite you to enjoy our daily selection of fresh artisan cakes, cookies, brownies, cupcakes, blondies, canoes, muffins, and select savory items. Visit our 100% vegan owned and operated store and find us on Facebook!”
Southwestern Cantina Cuisine in the heart of the Capital District DELICIOUS HOME-MADE PUB FARE
FULL BAR
NYC-style rueben with home-made pastrami
Live Music most Fridays or Saturdays
Home of the 8lb Burrito!
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518-237-1177
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full menu on line * take out available
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HAND MADE jewelry candles baby knitware textiles
Affordable art and unique gifts renewable wool from local crafters and artists 274 River Street - Troy, NY 12180
and recyclables fair trade
518-272-4278
artcentricgallery.com artphotography.com
Custom Fashion Design and Tailoring The place for your favorite dress, blouse, tunic (and more) custom made from a wide range of beautiful and unique designer fabrics. Also home or business artistic decoration, faux finishes and hand painted murals.
Custom designed, yet affordable prices!
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Winter Stroll Through TROY RIVER ROCKS www.riverrocksbeadshop.com 209-211 River Street, Troy, Ny 12180 518-273-4532 The area’s most extensive selection of fine gemstones, pearls, swarovski crystals, ethnic beads, silver & handblown glass beads Plus Fair trade gifts and accessories from around the world Weekly classes Hours: Tuesday-Friday 11-6 Sat 11-5 Sunday12-5
Truly Rhe
The Unique Boutique Clothing...Jewelry...Accessories
273-1540
Sunday...12-4 Tuesday...12-5 Wednesday - Friday...11-6 Saturday...11-5
Open until 9 pm the last Friday of every month!
Go to trulyrhe,com for Seasonal Hours and information on having a... Truly Rhe Shopping Party!!!
Vintage Antiques Eco Conscience
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266 River St. Troy, NY 12180 W-F 11-5 | Sat 11-4 4
by Charles Dickens by Charles Dickens, Adaptation by Amlin Gray
Saturdays: Dec. 4, 11, 18 at 8:00 PM Fridays: Dec. 10, 17 at 8:00 PM Sundays: Dec. 5, 12*, 19 at 2:00 PM *Sign Language Interpreted Performance
Weekdays: Dec. 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16 at 10:00 AM
illustration by Dahl Taylor
Adaptation by Amlin Gray
Tickets: Adults $22; Senior Citizen/Student $18; Children $12. 25% discount for groups of 10 or more. Performances at Schacht Fine Arts Center, 5 Division St. Russell Sage College, Troy, NY
boxoffice@nysti.org • (518) 274-3256
botanical hair and scalp treatments henna and indigo ayurvedic skin care organic facials haircuts including scalp massage yogurt based color, ammonia free and paraphenylenediamine (PPD) free silk, amino acid and clay based highlights, aromatherapy 195 River Street, Troy, NY 12180 518-238-3701
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NYSTheatre Institute
Professional theatres for family and school audiences
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COHOES
Window Shopping
Not far from Cohoes is Shampoodle Dog Wash
Pick up a gift certificate for a DIY Dog Wash, We will wash your dog, a grooming or Doggie Day Care.
A great gift for any dog owner!
shampoodledogwash.com 1536 Crescent Road Plaza 8 Clifton Park 371-6600
MIRON'S FOR FLOORS Lifetime Plastics Corp. "Still the Best" Residential and Commercial
25 White St. Cohoes
518.235.3199
FLOOR COVERING SPECIALISTS Carpet ~Vinyl ~Ceramic ~Wood ~Laminate
SPECIAL AL EVENTS IN NOV NOVEMBER:
Get you house ready for the holidays. We have all types of floor care products,
November 11th Veteran's Day Food and Drink Specials... Call for details
including Armstrong, Congoleum and Capture.
Don't forget gift certificates for all of our products are available.
Happy Holidays from Miron's. 239 Remsen St. Cohoes
237-1313
November 24th Thanksgiving Eve Live Entertainment November 25th Thanksgiving Day Old Fashioned Buffet all you can eat from 2-6 PM Adults $19.99 PP, 6-16 $15.99 PP and under 6 FREE. Lunch Specials everyday! JOIN OUR LUNCH CLUB, BUY 9 LUNCHES GET THE 10TH LUNCH FREE.
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Valatie Shopping
Master iece Giſts and Framing New location! now located across om Mario’s at Post Office Plaza, Rt 9 Valatie
518-758-6900
Ar restoration custom aming and reg lar ames po er jewelr Christ as Or aments decorative glassware ar supplies cards toys handmade scar es & blankets house renderings ART CLASSES
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violin & school instruments
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Subs, Sandwiches, Burgers,Wings, 68 S. Main St. Fried Chicken, Cheese Steaks and much much more!Castleton, NY 12033
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Recipes of the Month www.BettyCrocker.com
Impossibly Easy Pumpkin-Pecan Pie
Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip
1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix) 1/2 cup Original Bisquick® mix 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup evaporated milk (from 12-oz can) 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, softened 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 eggs 1/2 cup chopped pecans 1 1/2 cups frozen (thawed) whipped topping 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 8 pecan halves, if desired
1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1 can (about 14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped 1 box (9 oz) Green Giant® frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed to drain 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese Toasted baguette slices or assorted crackers, if desired
1.Heat oven to 350ºF. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray. 2.In medium bowl, stir pumpkin, Bisquick mix, sugar, milk, butter, 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice, the vanilla and eggs until blended. Stir in chopped pecans. Pour into pie plate. 3.Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour. 4.Stir whipped topping and 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice. Garnish pie with topping and pecan halves. Store covered in refrigerator.
1.Heat oven to 350ºF. Mix mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese. Stir in artichokes, spinach and bell pepper. 2.Spoon mixture into 1-quart casserole. Sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese. 3.Cover and bake about 20 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve warm with baguette slices.
Butternut Squash Soup (Gluten Free)
Pumpkin Swirl Brownies
2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 1 3/4 cups Progresso® chicken broth (from 32-oz carton) 1 lb butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes 2 medium pears, peeled and sliced 1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander 1 cup whipping cream 1 medium unpeeled pear, sliced 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Filling 1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix) 1 egg 3 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1.Melt butter in Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook onion in butter, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in broth, squash, 2 sliced pears, thyme, salt, white pepper and coriander. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until squash is tender. 2.Pour about half of the soup into food processor or blender. Cover and process until smooth; pour into another container. Repeat with remaining soup. Return soup to Dutch oven. 3.Stir whipping cream into soup. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until hot (do not boil). Garnish with sliced unpeeled pear and pecans..
Brownies 1 box Betty Crocker® Premium Brownies Ultimate Fudge 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 tablespoons water 1 egg 1.Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease bottom only of 9-inch square pan with shortening or cooking spray. In small bowl, beat all filling ingredients with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Set aside. 2.Make brownie batter as directed on box, using 1/4 cup oil, 2 tablespoons water and the egg. Spread 3/4 of the batter in pan. Spoon filling by tablespoonfuls evenly over batter. Spoon remaining brownie batter over filling. Cut through batter several times with knife for marbled design. 3.Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted 1 inch from side of pan comes out almost clean. Cool completely. Cut into 4 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.
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Clinical Trial of New Medication for Feline Kidney Disease
Does your cat have kidney disease? Do you want to help in a research project to help suffering from this common health problem? The Veterinary Specialty Center of the Hudson Valley in Wappingers Falls, NY (a bit south of Albany) is participating in a clinical study for a new drug to be used in the control of clinical signs associated with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in cats. The study is sponsored by a well recognized animal health company, who will use the data to help obtain FDA drug approval for this medication. They are looking for potential candidates to enroll in this study. Potential candidates will undergo an initial evaluation including a physical exam. In addition, they will receive a full health screening which includes CBC, Serum Chemistry, Urinalysis and Urine Culture as well as IRIS staging. Four to five additional brief visits will be required over the course of 8 weeks. Owners will be responsible for administering dose sachets mixed into wet food and monitoring their cat during the study. Eligible candidates are cats at least 9 months of age and over 4.4 pounds body weight. There must be a diagnosis of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), baseline serum creatnine between 1.6 and 5.0 mg/dL, a stable diet for at least 30 days prior to Visit 1, including some wet food, and stable fluid therapy regimen, if necessary, for at least 14 days prior to Visit 1. Some other enrollment criteria exist. Costs for all study related lab work, visits and study medication will be covered by the company sponsoring the study and owners will receive financial compensation (up to $150) for their participation. If you are interested in participating in this clinical trial, please have your veterinarian contact Dr. Keith Sobel, DACVIM in the Department of Internal Medicine/Critical Care at (845)-632-3200 or ksobel@vschv.com.
Please find us a “Fur-ever Home! “ Hi! I’m Venus and I like to reach for the stars. You see
I’m a high jumper and interested in everything and everyone. I love being around people. I’m friendly 1 and 1/2 year old female , outgoing, happy-go-lucky Venus, that’s who. Please come and meet me. You can be my “sun” and I’ll orbit you!
Adopt a new friend You can meet our pets available for adoption at the Mohawk & Hudson River Humane Society, 3 Oakland Avenue, Menands, NY 12204. If you have questions, please call us at 518/434-8128.
Hi there I’m Sugar. Yes, because I’m white, but I’m also as sweet as sugar. I have lovely green eyes. I’m a gentlecat of a certain age, and my teeth do need attention; quite a few are missing, but I can still eat just fine. I enjoy being petted and sitting on laps. I came to the shelter with a lot of other cats from a home that had too many animals. So I am ready to receive lots of loving. Could you find a little spot for me at your house?
Dr. Coger practices veterinary medicine with a If you would like to meet Venus or Sugar , please visit the natural focus at Bloomingrove Veterinary Hospital in Mohawk & Hudson River Humane Society at 3 Oakland Avenue, Rensselaer. Call 518-283-2700 for more information. Menands, NY 12204. If you have questions, call 518/434-8128.
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ALFRED is a good old boy. He’s looks to be a shepherd/ lab mix and is approximately 8-9 years old. Alfred was found as a stray and never claimed. He is very friendly with every person he meets, enjoys attention, and is looking for someone to give him the love he deserves. He can be a bit bossy with other dogs but means no harm. If you would like more information about Alfred, call Peppertree Rescue at 518-435-7425. Please visit our website at http://www. peppertree.org.
Hi, we’re Mikey, Molly and Maggie! We’re cute, playful kittens that are ready to find our forever home. We’re spayed, neutered, and up-to-date on our shots. Mikey is a sleek black kitty with a little white on his neck, and the girls, Maggie and Molly, have shimmering black fur. We love to cuddle with people, we enjoy the company of other cats (we definitely need a home with another playful kitty) and we think our foster brother dog is one cool dude. To find out more call Chris at 527-6712.
I am the sweetest, friendliest girl ever! I was one of many cats (and 2 dogs) living with a hoarder in a condemned building. I had 3 kittens and was thin and sick-looking, but now that my kittens are grown and I’m well fed, I’m sleek and healthy. I’m outgoing and curious and love to explore Gigi new things, especially toys. I didn’t know how to play till I got to my foster home, but now I have fun chasing toy mice and my own tail. I will follow you everywhere; I love being with you and will meet you at the door and curl up with you on the couch or bed. Although I’ve been through a lot in the past months, nothing seems to bother me and I’m happy to be safe and well fed. I liked all the other cats in my foster home right away and never hissed at them even once! Take me home and you won’t be sorry, I promise. If interested call Ronnie at 518-225-6886
A message from the Vet To vax or not to vax...flu is the question... Three years ago a local veterinary hospital decided to aggressively recommend the then new Canine Influenza Virus vaccine in preparation for an epidemic. This year a different local hospital has issued the same recommendation. So far, no epidemic. I’ve been watching. So, do you get your pet this year’s flu vaccine? If you want a simple “yes/no”, you won’t get one from me. Some folks are aggressively proactive, and some are very relaxed. Neither is right. Or wrong, for that matter. Do you get the yearly flu vaccine? Sure, many people do...we live in a swirl of pandemic almost yearly and strive for possible protection via the virologists best guess. They usually guess very well. Canine Influenza Virus is/was/can be, a big deal. Many dogs have suffered with the equivalent of our “really bad flu”. Some have died. Not most. Quick care--fluids and antibiotics usually work but it takes a while, can be expensive, and the dog is busy shedding the virus into the environment to infect others. One area expert told me he has seen very few cases, that they got better, and that the strain we may see if we are very unlucky is less virulent than in years past. And who ever expected an Influenza virus to mutate...and where will it mutate next? We’re doomed. I have spoken with several area/region experts and mixed feelings abound. To my knowledge we have never been in the throws of an outbreak of the virus. Certainly the indication for this vaccine is evident in affected endemic areas and yet we don’t seem to be in much of a “hot spot”. The CIV vaccine behaves much like the yearly flu vaccine that we get, or the H1N1 vaccine for that matter-that is to say it does not in any way prevent the disease, but rather lessens the severity and stops the environmental viral shedding. Prevention of shedding is important, and I don’t wish to minimize the impact this would have on preventing widespread disease. The problem is, I have not seen any indication of CIV in my patients. Perhaps the cases I see are so mild as to be confused with the more common version of upper respiratory infection. The cases that respond quickly with oral meds and some TLC. I don’t tend to culture those cases--it’s expensive and the patient is often better by the time the culture comes back from the lab. One or two area veterinarians have/are recommending the vaccine for many/most of their patients and are requiring it for all boarding patients. We are not. We can get/administer the vaccine to your pet if it really makes sense--or things change. Right now we are watchfully waiting. I’m sure that’s not a real phrase but you probably get what I mean. I’ve practiced the same approach for the last 4 years. So far so good. It’s in my best interest to run a healthy practice. It’s in my best interest to avoid an outbreak in my kennel. I do better when my patients do better. Always. And, as always, I reserve the right to completely reverse my position! Annoying, right? Well, you know how life happens--someone drives/flies a few sick dogs into the area, spreads them around in foster homes, they all go to the dog parks/pet stores/vet hospitals, and in 8 weeks you’ve got a really big problem. It could happen. It’s not likely. I will be watching. If there is an obvious outbreak, my clients will be notified immediately and a vaccine clinic inserted into our lobby. General notes to help your dog avoid the flu. Any version of the flu. Give them good food, good sleep, and good exercise. Don’t let sick dogs cough or get goo on you or your dog. If it happens, wash really well. See your vet regularly. Relax. If your dog is sick--call the vet (many can make arrangements for isolated exam rooms and no lobby wait). Again, feed your dog really good food--learn to cook for your pet (it’s not hard). General notes on vaccine strategy. Build good immunity early with thoughtful vaccination. Repeat. Core vaccines. Extras when appropriate. Back off when appropriate. Protect against likely or devastating challenges. I could go on and on. Call with questions and we’ll wade through this together. David Stone, DVM from Bloomingrove Veterinary Hospital in Rensselaer at the corner of Routes 4 & 43. For more information call Bloomingrove at 283-2700.
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Bocker the Labradoodle Halloween is over.but did I have a great time. I was so lucky to attend Animal Fair’s Halloween Party for the benefit of the New York Humane Society. Well, everyone knows that Bocker the Labradoodle just LOVES cats, so I went as a cat! I was dressed to resemble my “sister” Knicki, a tuxedo cat. Think I was the first eighty pound cat ever. We were even filmed for the Real Housewives of New York. November makes us start thinking about the holidays. Well, I know that I have so much to be thankful for and that I am probably the luckiest doodle around. I am being featured in the holiday issue of “The American Dog Magazine,” which is on sale at Borders, Barnes and Noble and other stores. I am honored to share the spotlight with some other really terrific pooches who have their own stories to tell and all are doing more than their share to bring smiles wherever they go. So pick up a copy and enjoy! I heard that the theatrical version of “Eat Pray Love” will be out on DVD the end of the month and is supposed to include all the cut scenes; hopefully, including the family barbeque scene that I was in. Can’t wait to check it out. I urge my friends to have their humans get creative and join in on the Dogs In Party Hats fun. Send in a photo of your dog in party attire and think up a yummy gelato flavor that resembles your dog. Dogs In Party Hats benefits Guiding Eyes for the Blind and can be found on Facebook and at http://www. dogsinpartyhats.com. We had a big fundraiser event with lots of great singers/musicians, including Lew Soloff of Blood Sweat and Tears jamming to raise money for Guiding Eyes. I have been one busy doodle. Glad to support Stray from the Heart for their rehabilitation and adoption of homeless dogs at their 10th Anniversary party at Hudson Terrace in NYC. Bernadette Peters and Victoria Stillwell from Animal Planet’s “It’s Me or The Dog” were special guests. Victoria Stillwell was so nice…wonder if mom was talking to her about me. Joined my good friend Jilli Dog, the famous poker playing Yorkie, at Dog Days at Old Westbury Gardens for a fun filled day with lots of fun events for 22
If you feed your pet a little nibble of turkey, make sure it’s boneless and well-cooked.
No Bread Dough Don't give your pet raw bread dough...when ingested, an animal's body heat causes the dough to rise in his stomach. As it expands, the pet may a life-threatening emergency.
Too Much of a Good Thing A few small boneless pieces of cooked turkey, a taste of mashed potato or even a lick of pumpkin pie shouldn’t pose a problem. However, don't allow your pets to overindulge, as they could wind up with a case of stomach upset, diarrhea or even worse— pancreatitis.
A Feast Fit for a Kong While the humans are chowing down, give your cat and dog their own little feast. Offer them made-forpet chew bones. Or stuff their usual dinner—with a few added tidbits of turkey, vegetables (try sweet potato or green beans) and dribbles of gravy—inside a Kong toy. They’ll be happily occupied for awhile, working hard to extract their dinner from the toy.
families, their children and dogs. Time to get the tux out again for the DogCatemy Awards Gala at Cipriani’s Wall Street in support of the North Shore Animal League. Check out my Facebook pages and my website for lots of photos of all the fun things I have been up to. My Bocker plush puppy is back in stock. They are so soft and cuddly, just like me! We have special reduced pricing in effect for the holidays, so order your now. Partial proceeds will be going to animal rescue. They can be ordered through my website (http://www.bocker.tv). Visit Bocker’s Doodleland at http://www.bocker. tv for more information and photos on all that’s going in my busy doodle life. You can find me on Facebook and Twitter too. If you have any questions for me or would like to contact me about booking an appearance, please e-mail me at: bocker@bocker.tv. Happy Thanksgiving. I’m thankful for the opportunity to meet so many wonderful people and spread some joy. Woofs and Licks, Bocker the Labradoodle.
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Hold on to your hat for November. There are going to be some days during this month when you feel you like are doing nothing but either “putting out fires” or “trying stop the leak that could bring down the damn,” while at the same time trying to juggle three other things. What will compound this hectic and somewhat stressful time is the fact that you will feel like you have no help and you just can’t catch a break or your timing is totally off. Your saving grace is going to be “stick with what you know.” This isn’t the month to try that new recipe, or wear the new shoes, or take the shorter route to somewhere: this month has that definite look of a time when “what can go wrong, will,” so make your life easier in November and cut back on the stress by going with what works, even if it is not exactly what you were planning. Trust me, if you just go with what you know during this month you won’t be bogged down and overwhelmed when those hectic days hit and you will have set yourself up to be in a better place, both emotionally and time wise, to successfully deal with them.
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Community Sun, Nov 7 (5 p.m. - 7p.m.) Education A “Traffic Survival Workshop,” six hour defensive driving course will be held at the Brunswick Elks Lodge, 665 Brunswick Road. call Michele at 225-0462. Sun, Nov 7 (am-3:30pm) Community Event 665 Brunswick Road “Traffic Survival Workshop” a six hour defensive driving course, will be held at the Brunswick Elks Lodge Reservations are necessary call Michelle at 225-0462. Wed, Nov 10 (11 a.m. - N/A) Community Event Rensselaer County’s Cooperative Extension will be on hand for their monthly “Good Food Ideas” cooking demonstration at the Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Road, Grafton. There will be free recipes and samples for everyone who attends. Please join them for lunch at Noon. call 279-3485 Thurs, Nov 11 (7 - N/A) Music & Entertainment/Fundraiser Washington Avenue Armory. Red, White & Thank You! Veteran’s Day Concert to say “Thank You!” Country Singers Darryl Worley, Buddy Jewell and Rockie Lynne. Tickets-Floor: GA -$40, Vets-$30, Upper: GA $30-Vets $20. Tickets are available at TicketWeb.com or by calling 518512-5203. call 518-658-0132. Fri, Nov12 (5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.) Food/Dinner Nov. 12 & 26 The Stephentown Valley Rod and Gun Club on Rt. 43 in West Stephentown will be holding Fish Fry & More on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month from 5:30 p.m. – 8p.m. call 766-5350. Fri, Nov 12 (5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.) Community Event-Fundraiser The Stephentown Valley Rod and Gun Club on Rt. 43 in West Stephentown will be holding Fish Fry and More on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the Month. Beginning Feb. 26 through December 10, 2010. call 766-5350. The Van Rensselaer Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet at 10AM November 13th at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 146 First Street. We will be honoring Emma Willard School and LaSalle Institute DAR Good Citizens. Items for the veterans will also be collected. Lunch will be provided and all are welcome. For more information about the DAR and eligibility, call Regent Carol Haid at 283-3159. Sat, Nov 13 (3 p.m. - N/A) The Empire State Youth Orchestra will perform at the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall. Adults, $20; seniors and students, $10. Sat, Nov 13 (7:30 a.m. - N/A) Bus Trip CoNSERNS-U P.O. Box 765 Rensselaer, NY 12144 CoNSERNS-U sponsored Broadway Musical Bus Trip-Includes:
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Events Ticket (rear mezzanine M-R), Transportation, Bus Driver’s Tip and a profit to benefit CoNSERNS-U programs. Bus departs promptly from the Kmart Plaza, (Rte. 9 & 20) Rensselaer at 7:30 a.m. 2 p.m. Performance of Promises/Promises at the Broadway Theatre 1681 Broadway (at 53rd Street). Bus departs from Bryant Park at 6 p.m. For additional information, 463-8571. Tues, Nov 16, (12 Noon - N/A) Music & Entertainment St. Paul’s Tuesday at Noon Concert Series:Performance by basso profundo Jonathan Story. Admission to the concert is free, but donations are gratefully accepted. You are welcome to bring your lunch. call 273-7351 www.stpaulstroy.org Sat, Nov 20 (11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) Community Event The Sgt. Walter A. Adams American Legion Post 1021 will be holding a Chicken BBQ on the third Saturday of each month. Please reserve your chicken by calling the post. Available for pick up from 11 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. call 674-2309. Sat, Nov 20 (2 p.m. - N/A) Community Event/Fundraiser Veterans of Lansingburgh, 771 1st. Street, Troy. Please join them to BENEFIT Lansingburgh Native, Air Force Tech Sergeant Joseph Wilkinson. Tickets $15 per person (or $20 at the Door) $10 Children 5-16YRS. This includes Food, Soda, Beer and Coffee. There will be a 50/50 raffle and music. For additional info call The Friends/Family of Tech Sgt. Joseph Wilkinson at TechSgtWilkinson@yahoo.com, or call Becky 4696626, Christie 858-6649, Karen 892-9108 or Nadine at 364-3193. Sat, Nov 20 (2 p.m. - 4 p.m.) History Gateway Tours for 2010. Origins of the Modern Horseshoe. One of their most enduringly popular tours. The modern machine made horseshoe was invented in South Troy, By the late 19c this historic site was producing nearly one million horseshoes a week, powered in part by the most powerful vertical water wheel in history and, in all probability, the model for the world’s first Ferris Wheel. Come and see this internationally significant spot and learn about the transition from blacksmith to furrier, including a demonstration of working models of Henry Burden’s horseshoe making machines. call 518-274-5267, or by email to info@ hudsonmohawkgateway.org.
November 20, 2010, Great Finds at the Millhouse, Open House and Holiday Preview, 10:30am to 5:30pm, 3043 Main Street, Valatie 758-8999 Tues, Nov 23 (4 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.) Health & Wellness An adults CPR course will be taught at the Nassau Free Library, 18 Church Street. The cost is $30. Checks must be received by Nov 15. call 766-2715. Thurs, Nov 25 (N/A) 63rd Troy Turkey Trot. Historic Troy Trot! Run, Walk, sponsor Hope For Local Seriously Ill Children. You can sign up on line at www.lethopelive.org. The first 1000 get the loved Trot Tee! call 518-488-0434.
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Thurs, Nov 25 (N/A) Community Event/Fundraiser The Andrew Christian Bryce Foundation, Let Hope Live, is looking for runners for the 63rd Troy Turkey Trot to be held Nov 25. sign up at www.lethopelive.org or call 488-0434.
November 26, 27 & 28, Albany Institute of History and Art Family Gift Fair and Festival, featuring Olga Z Design Studio. http://www.albanyinstitute.org/ giftfairfestival.htm Fri Nov 26 (5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.) Community Event-Fundraiser The Stephentown Valley Rod and Gun Club on Rt. 43 in West Stephentown will be holding Fish Fry and More For additional info call 766-5350. Fri, Nov 26 (5 p.m. - 9 p.m.) Community Event - Downtown Troy. Troy Night Out is a monthly arts and cultural event that takes place the last Friday of EVERY month in downtown Troy from 5 - 9 PM. www.troynightout.org Fri, Nov 26, (5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.) Nov. 26 . The Stephentown Valley Rod and Gun Club on Rt. 43 in West Stephentown will be holding Fish Fry & More from 5:30 p.m. – 8p.m. call 766-5350.
November 28, 2010; Bud’s Florist and Greenhouses, Open House! 10am4pm. Rt 9 Castleton 732-7563. Thurs, Dec 2 (6 p.m.- 9 p.m.) Community Event Franklin Terrace Ballroom. Kick-Off Reception for the Winter Walk For The Homeless-2010 Thurs Dec 2 (7:30 p.m. - N/A) Fri, Dec 3 (7:30 p.m. - N/A) Sat Dec 4, (7:30 p.m. - N/A) Sand Lake Center for the Arts Co-Producers Val Kavanaugh and Joan Fuess, of Averill Park, discuss the multiple roles that award winning actor, Dick Griffin, of Pittsfield, will play in Circle Theatre Players Festival of Original One Act Plays running Dec 2nd For additional info call 518-674-2007. www.slca-ctp.org Sat, Dec 4 (8:30 a.m. - N/A) Community Event Joseph’s House Shelter, 74 Ferry Street, Troy. Winter Walk for the Homeless-First Baptist Church & Barker Park. Pancake Breakfast -8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Winter Walk for the Homeless, 10:30 a.m. - Noon. Post-Walk Reception, Noon until 1:00 Sat, Dec 4,(8:15 - 5 p.m.) Education Description: The Grafton Trail Blazers Snowmobile Club and the State Office of Parks Recreation and Historic Preservation will host a snowmobile safety course for people 10 -18 at the Grafton VFW/Fire Hall, South Road. Students must be ten years old on the day of the course. Parents are encouraged to attend and participate. Space is limited. The course is free and lunch will be provided. 279-1155, or email Elizabeth.wagner@oprhp.state.ny.us. Sun, Dec 5, (N/A) Community Event/Shopping Sponsor: Joseph’s House Shelter, 74 Ferry Street, Troy. Holiday Wreath Sale-During the Victorian Stroll. Select Locations throughout the City.
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RCSD with Mrs. Kurtessis, Mrs. Farley, and Mrs. Wright would like to thank everyone for their support of the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. There were over 30 walkers (2 teachers, 1 staff, 2 parents, 2 alumni, and 25 students) that participated, raising $850!
Picture this...You have a 13-year-old son with Autism. You spend a great deal of time caring for your child, and he is Seventh and eighth grade students will be selling “Enjoy making progress every the City” coupon books for $20.00 a piece. The proceeds day. You go above will be used for any activities and field trips. They make and beyond to care for a great gift idea, contact RCSD to purchase one at 436him. Each morning is a 8563 struggle while you get him ready for school, make Rensselaer Middle School was recently recognized as a his breakfast, and pack his bag. Regardless, you do School of Distinction by College for Every Student (CFES) everything that you can to help him to be successful for making significant strides in preparing our students for because he is your son. Then, you go to work. When college. College for Every Student (CFES), a national you return home, it will be time for dinner, homework, nonprofit that helps underserved students get to college and getting ready for bed. and be successful there, granted the awards to 14 schools nationwide, including Rensselaer Middle School, for their Your 10-year-old daughter is a great help at home. She success in meeting ambitious goals during the 2009-10 washes dishes, folds the laundry, and helps to prepare academic year. These goals included 90 percent or more dinner. She is doing okay in school. However, you of students increasing their attendance rate, grade-point notice that she becomes easily frustrated at home. average, level of civic engagement, and leadership capacity. Lately, she has been getting upset at her brother for little things. She thinks it is her Autistic brother who gets all the attention from you. What can you do to help this November Events at the child? Where can a family in this situation turn? A support group for such siblings is “The Bus Stop Club” a FREE program for siblings (ages 7 to 15) of chronically ill, mentally disabled or physically Come Write In! November is National Novel Writing Month and the Rensselaer Public Library is opening its handicapped children. It consists of monthly sessions doors to “Nano Novelists” who are participating in the held every month. These sessions allow siblings challenge of writing a book in a month. The Library has to share experiences, to ask questions, and to learn wi-fi and comfortable seating for writer’s groups, as well as about the disease process that their brother or sister books on writing. Let us know if you would like to reserve is experiencing. It also includes fun activities such a meeting room for a write-in. For more information on as swimming, basketball, arts n’ crafts, as well as National Novel Writing Month, visit www.nanowrimo.org. group trips to area sporting and community events. Drop-in Crafts will be available Nov 11 and Nov 24 for The monthly meetings take place at 5 local YMCAs school-aged children. in Guilderland, East Greenbush, Troy, Fulton County and Saratoga County. Native American stories and crafts, Saturday, Nov 13 at Meetings are staffed by volunteer Social Workers, 1 PM. Family storytime for ages 6-10. Please call to sign up. Physicians, and other qualified staff in an effort to enable these kids to express their feelings in a casual Computer Class- Introduction to the Internet, Thursday, group setting. Siblings can play games, eat pizza, and November 18 at 6:30 PM. For intermediate beginners, just be kids. It allows children to learn from other must have an understanding of using the mouse. Call to children. It also allows them to see that they are not sign up, space is limited. alone and that other kids may be struggling with the The library is located at 676 East Street in Rensselaer, same issues and feelings. across from the Amtrak parking lot. For more information The YMCA environment allows them to have fun, or to sign up for a program, call 462-1193 or log on to experience new things, and build their self-esteem. Http://www.uhls.org/Rensselaer/blog. The mission of the Bus Stop Club is to provide support to empower these siblings to cope with adverse life events they may face because they have a sibling with The Rensselaer Public Library is seeking a an illness or disability. city resident to be a Library Aide. Computer skills and library experience preferred. If your family is in a similar situation or if you know a family who Please see our website for details. could benefit from this program, visit www.busstopclub.com for
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For the fourth year, Holy Spirit School is participating in the K.A.R.T. (Kids Are Runners Too!) Program, which includes a community 5K Run and one-mile fun run on November 13, 2010. The KART Program is designed specifically for elementary and middle school students. The program is designed to motivate children to increase their commitment to physical activity at a time when a growing number of today’s youth are struggling with weight problems due, in part, to a sedentary lifestyle. The unique program design combines knowledge of proper nutrition and hydration with a walk/run program allowing the kids the opportunity to “help themselves while helping others.” Students learn the benefits of making healthy choices concerning exercise and diet. The program provides children with an opportunity to participate in a 5-week program with a goal of running/walking a half marathon or 13.1 miles. In addition to each student completing the 13.1 miles they will seek sponsors to help raise money for the school’s athletic program. At the end of the program on November 13, Holy Spirit will host a 5K race, “The Rally to Run”.
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Respite care is temporary relief from full time care giving. This can be from several hours a day in your own home to several days a week at an adult day program. Overnight stays at an assisted living or skilled nursing facility can range from several days to several weeks. Depending on your needs and the level of care your loved one requires will depend on what services are most appropriate for you. If a caregiver has other obligations: business, pleasure or to take care of their own health needs then you may want to consider respite care. Respite allows the care giver time to themselves knowing their loved one is being well taken care of. This short break allows caregivers the break they need and deserve so they can come back refreshed and ready to resume the role of caregiver. This service ultimately allows the patient the ability to stay in their own home longer. To determine the most appropriate level of care a PRI (Patient Review Instrument) must be done. Contact your local home care agency to schedule an appointment. PRIs are good for 90 days and can be submitted to several facilities for consideration. If you or someone you know is looking for assistance in caring for a loved one you can contact your local department for the aging. They have numerous resources and contacts that can assist you in finding the help you need. For any questions about placement for long term or rehab please feel free to call me at 479-4662 x 451.
Race Information Registration is by 9 am day of the race. A 1 mile Kids ‘Fun Run’ will start at 9:30 am and the ‘Rally to Run’ 5K race will start at 10 am. The 5K race will be a loop track race that starts and ends at Holy Spirit School. 5K early registration is $25 for adults and $20 for students, including college students. Late Registration, which includes entries received after October 31, 2010, and includes day of race registration, is $30 for both adults and students. One-mile ‘Fun Run’ registration fee is $10, inclusive of race day registration. T-shirts will be given out on race day to those who pre-register. One-mile runners will receive an award at race completion.
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From the Desk of
Linda Hillman President
RENSSELAER COUNTY CHAMBER of COMMERCE
Victorian Stroll Brings Magic to Troy The 28th Annual Victorian Stroll is set to bring the streets of downtown Troy alive with traditional holiday splendor on Sunday, December 5, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Join the celebration as this exciting event attracts nearly 20,000 visitors from all over the Northeast. “The Stroll is a wonderful opportunity to spend the day with family and friends--you’ll enjoy the holiday season in an historic city transformed into a winter wonderland,” said Chamber President Linda Hillman. “Visitors won’t want to miss this year’s event, especially the spectacular Celebration of Lights.” A special feature, the Celebration of Lights at the Troy Soldiers and Sailors Monument is a 90-foot-high display of thousands of holiday lights. A symbol of shining holiday spirit, it has become the annual centerpiece of the Stroll. To make the most of the Victorian Stroll, be sure to access our comprehensive program guide, distributed by the Times Union. The guide will also be available as an insert in The Record newspaper, and online at www.victorianstroll.com. Stroll visitors will enjoy a day of holiday fun, food, shopping, and activities for all ages. The Stroll brings back Victorian holiday traditions with more than 100 venues offering live music, dancing, crafts, theatre, and costumed performers, set against a backdrop of unique shops, storefronts, and restaurants. In addition, an outdoor food court with a variety of hot food and quick snacks will complement the many Troy eateries and restaurants participating in the event. This year the Chamber is proud to announce the return of our popular Window Decorating Contest, and the introduction of two new competitions: a Photo Contest, and a Victorian Costume Contest. Sponsored by Pfeil Hardware of Troy, the window decorating will be judged in the following categories: Best of Show, Traditional Holiday Spirit, and Most Whimsical. Winners will receive valuable gift certificates to Pfeil Hardware. The Victorian Stroll Photo Contest is sponsored by The Record and is open to amateur photographers. One prize will be awarded for “Fan Favorite,” and the winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to Market Block Books in Troy. Photos must be of the 2010 Victorian Stroll and submitted by Tuesday, December 7, at 5 p.m. Contestants will upload their photo entries at http://bit.ly/strollphotos., hosted by The Record. Full contest details are available on the Stroll website. The Victorian Costume Contest will be held the day of the Stroll, and a prize will be awarded for “Fan Favorite.” Registration for the contest will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the lobby of the Chamber at 255 River Street, Troy. Full details are on the Stroll website. Looking for ways to promote your own holiday event, open house, or fundraiser? Businesses and non-profit organizations are invited to post December events on the Stroll website at www.victorianstroll. com. It’s a free service to help you gain exposure for your upcoming holiday events. The Stroll is coordinated by the Chamber, in conjunction with the City of Troy. The event is made possible by the generous donations of sponsors. This year’s sponsors, as of press time, are: (Platinum) First Niagara Bank; HSBC; E. Stewart Jones; Pioneer Bank; Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; and the City of Troy. (Gold) BBL Family of Companies; Capital Region Living Magazine; National Grid; and Rensselaer County IDA; (Silver) Express Scripts; Kaleel Jamison Consulting Group, Inc.; and Rifenburg Construction Company. Media sponsors are B95.5 FM; FOX23 News; The Record; Smith & Jones; and Times Union.
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Rensselaer Chamber of Commerce Calendar of Events Van Rensselaer Awards Dinner SUNY Chancellor Nancy Zimpher Tues, Oct 5 The Franklin Terrace, 126 Campbell Avenue in Troy 7:30 a.m. Registration & Breakfast 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. Program $20 Members; $40 Mon-Members & Walk-ins
Free Bowling Party Sat, Oct 9 Spare Time, East Greenbush 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Open to all Chamber Members, Businesses and Employees. Space is limited to the first 150 people who sign up. Enjoy great prizes and giveaways. For more information or to sign up, contact Jeff Mook at 4779306. Sponsored by Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce.
The Art of Motivating & Mentoring Thurs, Oct 28 The Century House, Route 9 in Latham 7:30 a.m. Registration & Continental Breakfast 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. Presentation $25 Members; $40 Non-Members and Walk-ins Featuring Dr. LeClair of Excelsior College. For more information,contact Kate Ollier, Programs & Communications Manager today.
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Book Review The Day the Falls Stood Still By Cathy Buchanan
Bess Heath is just seventeen as the book opens, leaving a prestigious private school never to return. Her father lost his job at the Niagara Power Company and the social status that accompanied it. Her life as it was is gone forever. No more fancy clothing, no more lavish family vacations, no more rides in her father’s expensive car. She helps with the cooking and household cleaning and joins her mother as a dressmaker to help make ends meet. Bess’ older sister Isabelle is moody, depressed. She spends most of her time in her room refusing to talk and eat. Isabelle has a secret that she cannot disclose to anyone. Tom Cole is a “river man.” He not only hears the river, but can feel when something will happen to the river. The river is in his blood, his being, his soul. Tom and Bess begin to see each other, against the will of her family. They believe Tom to be beneath her. Will she listen to her family or follow her heart? The time is1915, the dawn of hydroelectric power. Tom talks about the effects it will have on the Niagara raising issues about the environment which are still valid today. Is Tom a threat to progress? The novel intertwines, romance, history and the power of nature. Parts are also loosely based on the history of Niagara river man, William Red Hill and other historical images and events. The book portrays individuals, families, a community, and an environment imperiled by progress and the devastations of the Great War, The Day the Falls Stood Still beautifully evokes the wild wonder of its setting, a wonder that always overcomes any attempt to tame it. But at the same time, Buchanan’s tale never loses hold of the gripping emotions of Tom and Bess’s intimate drama. The result is a transporting novel that captures both the majesty of nature and the mystery of love. Lynne Catelotti
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November Calendar of Events Tuesday, November 9th The new Wimpy Kid book is being released.... ORDER YOUR COPY NOW Monday, November 15th 7:00 PM Reading & discussion group The Day the Falls Stood Still By Cathy Marie Buchanan
The author will be joining us by telephone Thursday, November 25th
Thanksgiving Day closed
Friday, November 26th OPEN EARLY & STAYING LATE Black Friday Start your holiday shopping locally 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday, December 4th Indoor Bazaar to benefit the Greenbush Garden Club 10:00 AM - 4:00PM Interesting collection of new & gently used items
Bells of Life Throughout the holiday season, Good Buy Books in affiliation with the East Greenbush Kiwanis Club will be selling Bells of Life Proceeds to benefit the PICU at Albany Med
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ASK THE I was planning on writing this month’s column in response to an inquiry that I got from a reader who had questions about criminal trials and procedure. That column will, however, have to wait for another day since I have news to report about recent changes to the divorce laws here in the State of New York. Just a few weeks ago (one day after Columbus Day to be exact) our newly adopted no fault divorce laws went into effect throughout the state. Until then, New York was the only state in the country who did not have a no-fault divorce statute in place. So why is this such a major event? Under the previous laws, a divorce could only be granted if the party seeking the divorce could prove they had grounds to make such a request. In other words, if you wanted out of the marriage because your spouse was cheating on you, then you would have to raise your claim in your complaint and prove your allegations with sufficient evidence at a trial. This always makes me think of the classic Roman Polanski movie “Chinatown”. If you’ve seen the film (and if you haven’t , you should - it’s one of the best ever made) you know that Jack Nicholson plays Jake Gittes, a private detective who gets himself into hot water after being hired by a woman who wants him to take pictures of her husband and the woman he is having an affair with. The story takes place in the ‘30’s when such a thing as no-fault divorce didn’t exist so a private “I” like Mr. Gittes could make a terrific living taking pictures of philandering husbands and wives in the act. As we progressed through the latter half of the 20th century, the idea of having to go through such steps to secure your freedom from an unhappy marriage took on an unseemly air and no-fault divorce became more and more the norm. No fault laws eliminate the need to supply anyone with such sordid proof which also put an end to having to air your dirty laundry in the public forum of an open courtroom before a jury of your peers (Yikes!). It also made getting a divorce somewhat more affordable. Lawyers no longer had to hire a private investigator to ensure they would be able to make out their claims when a trial became necessary. Which also meant that lawyers fees for getting you divorced became more reasonable since a significant part of what lawyers had to do for their clients was eliminated.
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I started handling divorce cases while practicing in Pennsylvania which has been a no-fault divorce state for as long as I can remember. In PA, all you had to do was swear that you had lived separate and apart from your spouse for a certain amount of time and that was that. Which meant that the most difficult thing you had to do was divide up the marital property and find a new place to live. Although PA law mandates that you have to wait two years from the time you file your complaint before you can get your final divorce decree, if both parties agree to waive the mandatory time period, you can have your divorce finalized and be single again in just 6 months. Pursuant to the current New York no-fault laws, your marriage can be dissolved if one of the parties verifies under oath (via a notarized affidavit or statement) that the marriage is “irretrievably broken” and that it has been this way for 30 days or more. That’s it. This allows you to immediately focus on the important things like property division and alimony or spousal support. And, unfortunately, that’s about all I can tell you right now about the new laws. This statute is so new that no judges have had a chance to interpret it so there is no case law yet to be analyzed. That means I’ll likely be writing about this topic again in about 6 months to a year. That should leave plenty of time to get to that criminal question that was sent in.
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The Greenbush Reformed Church is pleased to announce our Holiday Shopping Extravaganza being held on November 6th from 9-3 at the Greenbush reformed East Greeenbush Page Churchs Christian education building on Hayes rd East Greenbush. Come support your local economy and shop with the areas local homebased businesses. Some of the vendors we will have on hand are Avon, Celebrating Home, Creative Memories, Jewels By Sherri, Pampered Chef, Tastefully Simple, Partylite, Just Cookies & More. For more information please contact Sherri Krug @ 426-4593 or sherrikrug@nycap.rr.com
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Veterans Day, November 11th, is a Thursday this year and at 12Noon a brief but solemn ceremony will be held in the Post Lounge. Following will be a buffet prepared by our Chef, Ed Ryan; it will be offered through 6:00pm. There is no cost and all veterans and their families are cordially invited to attend. This activity was held last year and over 100 persons dropped by during the course of the afternoon. There are several other Veterans Day observances scheduled; please see page four for an extended list of those activities.
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Free Adults Programs Home Buyers’ Seminar Mon, Nov 1, 6:30 pm Kim Orlando of 1st Priority Mortgage, Inc. will present this program for first-time home buyers as well as current homeowners navigating the new mort-gage process. War Story: Road to Victory Sat, Nov 6, 2 pm Just in time for Veteran’s Day! This dramatic presentation by Gary Ferris, a WWII re-enactor, will recreate a live broadcast from a NYC radio studio during WWII. Spring of 1945 was a time of hope. Victory in Europe was just around the corner, while action in the Pacific intensified. People all around the globe waited and watched as world peace was restored.
Kids Book Groups: Mother/Daughter Group @ 7 pm Girls (4th graders & up) & their mothers (or grandmas, aunts, etc.) are invited to this group! Refreshments . Borrow your copy at the Children’s Desk. Mon, Nov 8 Sahara Special by Esme Raji Codell Cookies & Books @ 4:15 pm Beginning chapter book readers (2nd & 3rd graders) Borrow your copy at the Children’s Desk. Tues, Nov 2 Aliens For Breakfast by Stephanie Spinner Discuss book & make alien slime!
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Learn How to Use your Digital SLR Camera Sat, Nov 13, 9:30 am So you own a Digital SLR camera, but aren’t sure how to get the most out of it? This mini-session by professional photographer Keith Hitlin may be just the thing you need to get started. He will cover the four basic technical principles of digital photography, and how they relate to your camera.
CALLING ALL TEEN POETS: Looking to get your poems published? Send your poems to Chrissie between Nov 1 and Dec 15 and they will be submitted to VOYA’s annual poetry contest! (FYI: VOYA – Voice of Youth Advocates – is a bimonthly journal for librarians, educators, and other professionals who work with young adults.)
Spotlight Players Present: “Doubt: A Parable” Sun, Nov 21, 2 pm Spotlight Players will be holding a series of staged play readings at the library. Starting with this by John Patrick Shanley. Doubt is set in a Bronx Catholic school in 1964, where a strong-minded nun wrestles with her conscience as she is faced with concerns about one of her male colleagues. Spotlight Players is a community theater group affiliated with the EG School Continuing Education Program.
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Zumba Tues, Nov 30, 7 pm Zumba is a hip-swinging, booty-shaking fun way to get a great workout! Dance your way to a fitter you! All levels are welcome.
Super Smash Brothers Tournament Sat, Nov 13 @ 2 pm Come in for some fun as we participate in the nationwide Super Smash Brothers tournament for National Gaming Day @ Your Library!
Free Wed Night Movie: NOV 10 @ 6 pm – The Karate Kid With Pre-Movie Talk by our very own Karate Kid – Marjorie Nieh
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Nov 9 Plan teen events, suggest YA materials to buy, and then eat ice cream sundaes!
Tues, Nov 23 @ 3 pm Go Green and save some green by making presents – like felt monsters and votive candle holders – to give to your friends and family this holiday season. Please register by Monday, November 22, so we can prepare enough materials.
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Miss Sigmund Dear Miss Siggy, A boy in our class is getting on our nerves. He always shows off and he brags. He is really mean. We have to sit next to him. UGGH! It is awful. Help.
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Creating a tree of gratitude is an easy, fun way for kids and adults to recognize the spirit of Thanksgiving.
Dear 2 Kids Who Hate Show Offs, I am sorry that a boy in your class is getting on your nerves because he shows off. Kids sometimes don‛t like it when other kids show off. Lots of puppies show off too. My mom taught me that a puppy showing off is usually just trying to get your attention, and trying to make a friend. Showing off to make a friend happens when children and puppies feel lonely, or left out. Puppies who feel left out try too hard to have friends. They think that for you to like them they have to be very brave, or very cool, or very smart. Often puppy show-offs are not being mean, they just want to get you to scratch them behind the ears.
Materials: • A small tree branch from outside that has a few branches – *one that has already fallen to the ground • A can or pot • Florist Foam square • Fall colored foam from the craft store – you can get the type that is already in the shape of leaves or you can draw and cut out your own. You could also use construction paper if you cannot find foam. • Dark markers to write • Yarn or thread or string. • hole puncher
So if you think of this child like I think of show off puppies then your job is to be patient with him. This is easy to say but not so easy to do. Take a break from him when you need to. It is OK to do that. When he is not showing off then you can say “It is nice to play with you when we get along. This was fun.” Let him know that just playing is fun. You two can come and see me to help you more if you need to. Please let me know how it is going. Love,
Miss Siggy Miss Sigmund, Canine Good Citizen and Ph.D.
Process: 1. Put the branch into the foam which is then placed in the can or pot so it looks like it is growing. (This is the tree part.) 2. Use cut out leaves or pre-made leaves and write down why you are thankful 3. Use a hole puncher to create a hole in the leaf and string the thread through. 4. Hang the leaves on the tree. 5. As guests arrive give them a leaf and ask them to write why they are thankful on the leaf (and hang on tree).
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STRESS-FREE Holiday Season by Deborah Gaylord
Welcome to the holiday rush, that difficult to escape madness that begins the week after Halloween and stretches out until the New Year. Most families feel like they have jumped on a non-stop roller coaster of parties, concerts, baking, feasting, traveling, shopping and more! All the excitement can be overwhelming unless you do some smart things to help you and your children slow down. Try Our Towne’s list of great ways to enjoy the Holidays without the stress. 1. Do Less – schedule fewer activities and prioritize your time 2. Maintain bedtimes and as much as possible follow your regular schedule 3. Limit sugar – even with all the hard-to-resist holiday goodies in sight 4. Focus on experiences rather than things – spend time together 5. Do for others less fortunate than you – kids are naturally giving souls and working at a soup kitchen or “adopting” a family for the holidays makes everyone feel good. 6. Plan Ahead – Whip out your calendar for November and December and decide as early as possible what you want to commit to doing. 7. Delegate – If one parent tries to do everything they will enjoy the holidays less. By sharing responsibilities everyone is more relaxed and happy. 8. HAVE FUN – remember that laughter relieves stress for you and your kids! So don’t take all the baking, cleaning and shopping too seriously! HOLIDAY ROAD TRIP - RULES Our family of six has made countless 9-hour trips back and forth between our home in New York and our family in Virginia. Along the way we have established some hard and fast rules that make holiday travel a better experience. Avoid Boredom Have each child bring a small back pack filled with fun activities like coloring books, crayons, small stuffed animals or dolls. Encourage Sleep Bring a fluffy pillow from home and by all means travel at night if possible Keep kids fed and hydrated Bring a cooler with sandwiches, water, granola bars and pretzels – this will save money and time by not having to stop to eat as often. Keep the driver sane by making sure the kids know in advance not to ask the dreaded question: “How long until we get there?”
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IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS TOWN HALL-CLERK’S OFFICE Brunswick..................................................279-3461 X103 East Greenbush ............................................... 477-7145 North Greenbush ............................................... 283-4306 Rensselaer ....................................................... 462-4266 Schodack .................................................. 477-7590 Troy ......................................................... 270-4541 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ............................... 274-7020 Gas Emergency .................................... 1-800-982-2345 FIRE EMERGENCY .....................................................911 In East Greenbush .................................... 479-1212 FIRE DEPARTMENTS-NON EMERGENCY Brunswick............................................................911 East Greenbush-main number .......................... 479-4168 DeFreestville .............................................. 286-3612 Wynantskill ............................................... 286-5506 Rensselaer .................................................. 463-2883 Schodack ................................................... 477-4215 Clinton Heights Fire Dept. ........................ 465-3990 Best Luther non-emergency ............................. 283-5641 Troy ................................................................ 270-4471 HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT Brunswick..................................................279-3461 X117 East Greenbush ..............................................477-6103 North Greenbush .............................................283-3921 Rensselaer ................................................462-5515 Schodack ..................................................766-4000 Troy ......................................................... 270-4579 LIBRARY Brunswick...................................................279-4023 East Greenbush ............................................. 477-7476 North Greenbush .......................................... 283-0303 Rensselaer ................................................. 462-1193 Schodack .................................... 766-2715 (Nassau) Troy ................................. 235-5310/274-1822/274-7071 POISON CENTER ...................................1-800-336-6997 POST OFFICES Brunswick/Cropseyville...................................279-1220 East Greenbush .............................................477-5212 Wynantskill ..............................................283-5678 Rensselaer ................................................449-5012 Schodack ..................................................732-2017 Troy .........................................................272-7300 POLICE EMERGENCY ............. 911 IN EAST GREENBUSH ...................................... 479-1212 POLICE NON-EMERGENCY NYS Troopers at Brunswick............................ 279-4426 East Greenbush ............................................ 479-2525 North Greenbush- main number .................... 283-5323 Rensselaer ................................................. 462-7451 Schodack .................................................. 477-8077 Troy ......................................................... 270-4411 SCHOOL DISTRICTS Brittonkill School District....................................279-4600 East Greenbush ............................................. 477-2755 North Greenbush ............................................ 283-6748 Rensselaer .................................................. 465-6871 Schodack .................................................. 732-2124 Troy ......................................................... 271-5200
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Sand Lake Center for the
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Holiday Art Fair will be on Nov. 6 - 7 from 10 - 4pm. Showcasing the work of over 20 regional artists you may find that perfect gift for your holiday giving. No admission fee. Theatre: Circle Theatre Players 30th year celebration will continue with an Original One Act Play Festival on Dec, 2, 3, 4, & 5 at 7pm. Fourteen original plays from playwrights from many states will be presented for the first time on a live stage. One night is $10 and two evenings of plays is $15. Music: The Squire Jacob Concert series will present Susan Trump. Enjoy Susan’s soaring vocals and musicality. Tickets are $16 with under 18 being $10. Gallery: The Sand Lake Center for the Arts gallery will exhibit the works of several artists from Oct. 1 - Nov. 15. These fine artists will also be participating in the annual Holiday Art Fair on Nov.6-7. The following artists will showcase their work in a group show: Bob Blackmon - oils, Tom Fraser - watercolors, Jerry Freedner - fine art photography, and Lynn Huntington - paintings. Then from Nov. 16 to Dec. 31 enjoy the work of Brigid Rockwell. Gallery hours are Wed. & Fri. from 10-12 and Sundays from 1-3pm and by appt.
The Sand Lake Center for the Arts is located at 2880 NY 43, one-half mile east of the blinking light in Averill Park, NY. Call 518-674-2007 or visit www.slca-ctp.org for more information and to make reservations.
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