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Our Towne

October 2011

Rensselaer County’s Community Resource

INSIDE INSIDE: Fall Home Improvement ~Back to School Guide

~Antique’s & Gift Shopping Guide

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A Message from Our Towne Dear Reader, ‘Always expect the unexpected’, is an old adage that sums up how upstaters may feel after Hurricane Irene. At a recent school assembly for my children we saw photos of homes & cars under water, mangled sidewalks & trees that had fallen on electrical wires. I felt compassion for those who had lost everything, and also tremendous gratitude for people who have offered support by gathering supplies, food and comfort for those in need. The most amazing thing is that its not just big organizations like the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army who have stepped up but many individuals have developed creative ways to help. Like a local teacher who is collecting donations for families in her hometown of Windham, or the girl’s soccer team at Maple Hill who brought supplies to the Greenville team they played in September. For more information on how you can help contact these local organizations: Unity House in Troy, 274-2607 Regional Food Bank, 786-3691 www.Americanredcrossneny.org This month Our Towne features Fall Home Improvements. Look to our local contractors to remove the dead tree in your front yard, get that new roof you have been wanting to put on, have your driveway sealed, or have the barn looked at so you can avoid problems later on in the year. Our Towne is also featuring some of the best Fall Events of the Region. Some highlights include happenings at Goold Orchards and a local visit from the star of TLC’s Cake Boss at The Gristmill Antique Center on Route 7 in Raymertown. Get a jump-start on your holidays with the Antique’s and Gift Shopping Guide, featuring an article by Timothy Bailey or Bailey’s Antique’s in Nassau about the history of Antiques in Rensselaer County. As always, enjoy learning about your local small businesses and non-profit organizations in this issue of Our Towne and let our advertiser know you found them here.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Thanks!

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Debbie lives in Schodack Landing in an historic home with her husband, four children and their cat. Here is everyone after a roller coaster ride this summer.

Publisher/ Editor/ Sales Debbie Gaylord 518-641-9330 debbie@ourtownerensco.com www.ourtownerensco.com Some of the People that make Our Towne GREAT! Dr. David Stone, DVM, Dr. Amy Cole, Darren Rosenbaum, Linda, Richard Morell, Timothy Bailey, Diane Lehmuler Hardy, Lynn Catelotti, Karen Legget, Dr. Patrick Bergmann Our Towne’s Mission Our Towne seeks to connect local businesses to local consumers by highlighting the best of what Rensselaer County and the surrounding areas have to offer. In doing so, we help improve our micro-economy. The businesses and organizations in Our Towne are at the heart of making Rensselaer County, New York State and the United States of America economically strong again. Our Towne is deeply committed to focusing on the positive, the hopeful and the helpful. There is too much worry, fear, cynicism and negativity in this world. Each issue is made possible by the advertisers, many of whom are small businesses or non-profits who rely on the people in their own communities to succeed. By reading Our Towne and visiting the businesses found within, you are contributing to the local economy. Every effort has been made to avoid errors and misspellings; however, if you see an error, please accept our apologies. We welcome your ideas, and feedback. Our Towne Marketing & Consulting LLC does not guarantee nor warrantee any products, services of any advertisers, nor will be party to any legal or civil claims or promises. We expect advertisers to honor any claims or promises. We reserve the right to revise, edit or reject any and all advertising with or without cause. Liability is limited to the cost of the ad space in which it first appeared for printing errors of the publisher, or if the publisher fails to print an ad or article for any reason. We reserve the right to edit articles for content, clarity and relevance. Unless otherwise noted, we use the Creative Commons License ( in place of standard copyright) which allows anyone to freely copy, distribute and transmit all content, although it must be attributed in the manner specified by the author or licensor, and no one may use it for commercial purposes, or alter, transform, or build upon it.

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Fall Home Improvement Guide By Diane By Diane HOME IMPROVEMENTS: Keeping Up With the Jone’s “Keeping up with the Jones” is a good idea when it comes to Home Improvement especially when it’s time to sell your house. Your goal is to keep improvements on par with your neighbors and nearby homes of similar size and value. Listed below are the top 5 Home Improvements with a return on investment over or very close to 80%: x

Upgrade the Exterior of your home - Vinyl siding replacement gives you a big return on investment with the added bonus of a more energy efficient home when you use foam backed vinyl. Keep the colors neutral, a pale grey or creamy white. It’s a classic look and allows for a plethora of color combinations. Even simple things can bring a high rate of return, like painting the exterior of your home. Since most prospective buyers begin their shopping online, a picture is worth a thousand words. Curb appeal is very important!

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Kitchen Remodel – Upgrading your kitchen is the top interior home improvement. Lower cost improvements like cabinet resurfacing and replacing old pulls and knobs have the biggest return on investment followed by new countertops in granite, quartz, marble or Corian. New countertops are a big wow so draw the eye of prospective buyers by placing a bowl of bright red apples or red peppers front and center. Nothing says upgrade like new cabinets but if new cabinets are beyond your budget think “cosmetic only” and update by painting your cabinets a fresh white, soft sage or even a luxurious black.

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New Windows in either vinyl or wood will save you money on heating and cooling bills and have a 79% return on investment. They give your home an instant facelift inside and out. Keep some old heating/cooling bills pre-improvement to show potential buyers the decrease in utility costs.

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A New Front Door – this home improvement doesn’t cost a lot and the return on investment can be over 100% when you sell your home! A new energy efficient door keeps out the cold, can add a pop of color or the warm inviting look of wood and enhances the curb appeal of your home.

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By Timothy Bailey An que’s at Baileys, Nassau, NY When shopping for an ques, there are many dierent periods to choose from. For instance; when it comes to country furniture, how do country an ques dier from New England an ques and which type seems to be the preference for many locals? Basically, country an ques have heavier propor ons and less painted surfaces when compared to New England an ques. These are generally more formal and refined in detail, quality, and finish. New England an ques may have marble tops, French polish for a high gloss, or even a bellflower inlay. You won’t o en see these details with country an ques. So, how did these dierences develop? Some say the turning point occurred around the me of the American Revolu on. During the late Colonial / Early Federal period (1770’s-1820’s) the Bri sh were o en looked down upon for being ‘gentrified’ aristocrats in need of ‘pre er’ furniture. However, those who were ‘Patriots’ are o en seen as the common man, more the reckless and grimy ‘sots’ in need of bulkier furniture. Even today, descendents of those hearty ‘Patriots’ s ll seem to love their country furniture. Unfortunately, because we are a mixture of New England se lers from Connec cut, Rhode Island, and Massachuse s, most furniture styles from back in the day were a hybrid. However, we can boast of having the one truly original American style of furniture and one of the most important country furniture types the na on has ever known. Beginning in the late 1700’s, the ‘Shakers’ created se lements in the Upper Hudson Valley and Berkshires. Soon a er they established their se lements, they began cra ing simple yet elegant furniture. Plain in style, yet durable and func onal, ‘Shaker’ furniture is truly unique. While the Shaker movement is now just a page in the history books, their furniture was so well cra ed that original pieces will command top dollar.

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Wellness What is a Naturopathic Doctor? By Dr. Amy Cole, ND Naturopathic Doctor amycolend@gmail.com www.amycolend.com (518)701-4587 (518)701-4587 Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) are trained at four-year, post graduate, medical colleges. The first two years of their naturopathic schooling are similar to the conventional medical doctors (MDs or DOs) and consist of basic medical sciences covering anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, microbiology, pathology, pharmacology, immunology, histology, genetics, physical exam, and diagnostic classes. In the final two years of the ND program, students focus on systems-based classes such as, gynecology, neurology, oncology, gastroenterology, etc. The students also focus on the naturopathic therapies including, clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathy, Chinese medicine, spinal manipulation, hydrotherapy and more. In addition to these complimentary modalities, naturopathic doctors are also trained in pharmacology. An NDs education includes more than 1300 hours of hands on clinical education and working with NDs, MDs, DOs, and Chiropractors.

The philosophies include: Doctor as Teacher: The doctor is there to help to educate the patient about their body.

The Healing Power of Nature: This is the belief that giving the body the nutrients that it needs to function properly and removing any toxins or burdens on the body that may be inhibiting its proper function will allow the body to heal itself.

First do no Harm: Avoid doing anything to the body that may harm it.

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Prevent Illness: Rather than wait until someone is diagnosed with a disease and treat the disease it is important to try to prevent that disease in the first place

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by Jae Way, Holistic Life Coach / Psychosynthesis Practitioner Right now many parents are dealing with the many firsts after their youngest chicks have left the nest and moved to a distant college, job or their own home. Meanwhile, your home atmosphere feels wrong. Too quiet. You are actually missing the endless phone calls reporting that teenaged plans have changed again. You may be feeling lost, drained of energy, unusually sad, and weepy. This is Empty Nest Syndrome. A type of depression that can be debilitating, ENS affects mothers three times more often than fathers. Columbus Day weekend offers Empty Nesters the first chance for a short homecoming. Many look forward to this visit with hopes for a meaningful reunion and brief return to normal life. Moms may imagine lots of togetherness time. Meanwhile, the young adults often imagine spending some time with parents, having a home cooked meal, and much running around to reconnect with old friends. The weekend flies, and soon you are sharing farewell hugs and waving goodbye as your chick heads back to their own life’s routine. Closing the door, the nest may feel even emptier than before. So now what? Start counting the days to Thanksgiving? Okay. But during that countdown, why not spend at least one hour of each of those days rediscovering you. With less time and energy spent on active parenting, you have more of it for you. IF you are open to the possibilities. Try to remember before you were Mom. What were your hopes and dreams? Although the Mom part of you looms large now, younger selves still live within you. The little girl who wanted to be a veterinarian. The teenager who imagined being an artist. The twenty-something who dreamed of traveling. The thirty-something that toyed with going back to school. Now it’s your time. Open to new possibilities. Use the space of the Empty Nest as a place for you to grow and reinvent yourself, a place where you can hatch your own dreams.

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From the Desk Of Rick McCabe The long awaited construction of the Couse Corners roundabout began this July with great hopes of completion by the fall. Our town people worked diligently with consultants and the Department of Transportation(DOT) to assure a smooth transition from the existing roadway layout to the new roundabout. We have just concluded meeting with National Grid, Verizon, DOT and the contractor to review the schedule and progress to date. Unfortunately, due to Verizon’s labor strike, hurricane Irene, and generally poor weather conditions the past month, the utilities have been required to divert their work forced to people throughout the northeast who are in dire need of services and have no power or phone service. These delays by Verizon and National Grid have pushed the completion date to a point that we will incur cold weather and freezing temperatures, preventing the placement of blacktop on the roundabout. We have come to a mutual decision that it is best for the project to placed on hold until April of 2012 whereby the new completion date will be June 1, 2012. Work on the project will continue in to November but the current layout of the intersection will remain the same through the winter months. We ask that you all please bear with us as our neighbors are dealing with much more pressing issues than the Town of East Greenbush.

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Community Calendar ~ October 2011 “Rural” Cemetery, For details, call 1800-556-6273 or please call 274-8410.

Cross-Eyed Owl TENT SALE! October 8-10, Route 9, Valatie, Call 758-6755 Native American /Dutch Arts Workshops, October 08, 2011

Rocky’s Music Studio presents, A Daniel Glass Clinic. October 1, 3pm, at Woodland Hills Montessori School, North Greenbush. Daniel Glass is an award winning musician, and drummer. Call 429-6380 www.rockysmusicstudio.com

Art Saves Animals ~ The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society Thursday, October 06, 2011 (5:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.) The Arts Center of the Capital Region in Troy. 7th annual Art for Animals. Nancy Laribee at 434-8128 ext. 206 or niaribee@mohawakhumane.org or mohawkhumame.org

Gristmill Antique Center ~ 11th Annual Fall Festival! Columbus Day Weekend 2011 Saturday, Sunday & Monday October 8-10 from 10 AM to 5 PM This very special event will

Greenbush Garden Club Members & guests are invited to join us on Tuesday, October 4, 2011 at 6:30pm at the East Greenbush Library on presentation by David Gade, Operations Supervisor for the Central Park Rose Garden in Schenectady. He will discuss the history of the Central Park Rose Garden from the creation of the garden in 1959 to the present, Look for the Greenbush Garden Club at Saturday In st The Park, October 1 at Onderdonk Park, in Hampton manor East Greenbush from 11am to 3pm***Bernice @ 429-9118 or maxicats6@gmail.com or visit our Facebook Page

Evening at the Earl ~ 10th Annual Fundraiser Celebration Thursday, October 06, 2011 (5:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.) Oakwood Cemetery, Troy – a gala fundraiser to support ongoing restoration of this Historic 20

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feature 3 cakes being made by Carlo's Bakery as seen on the hit T.V. show "Cake Boss" which features Buddy Valastro, on TLC (The Learning Channel)! One will be a theme cake and will be fashioned after the front of our building! It will be elegantly decorated with mums, corn stalks, and hay bails and will be accented with "antique pieces" to compliment the overall look.

(12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.) Location: Crailo State Historic Site 9 1/2 Riverside Avenue, Rensselaer Native American/Dutch Arts Worshops. 518-463-8738. Web Site: www.nysparks.com

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8 , 4-7:30pm, East Greenbush Fire Company, Phillips Road, EG, Call 4794168 Celtic Crosses of Oakwood Cemetery ~ Saturday, October 08, 2011 (9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.) Location: Oakwood Cemetery, Troy. Enjoy the fall foliage while examining the history and symbolism of these ancient-style memorial stones. Walk/Drive led by Michael Barrett. $12.00 per person. Contact: For additional information, please call 274-8410.

Trick or Treat at Grafton Lakes Saturday, October 08, 2011 (4:30 p.m. - N/A) Grafton Lakes State Park. Description: Ages 5-10 come and trick or treat while enjoying nature at the same time! Fee is $2 per person. Call 658-9144 to confirm. All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet at Germania Banquet Haus, Sunday, October 09, 2011 (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon) 309 3rd Avenue, 107th Street, North Troy ~ Cost: $7 Adults, $4 Children under 10. Contact: 2375008.

Pink Ribbon Tea & Chinese Auction Sunday, October 9th, 1-3pm, Holiday Inn Express 8 Empire Drive, East Greenbush Admission $10 RSVP required –Good Buy Books at 479-2665 All proceeds to benefit Making Strides against Breast Cancer

Community Calendar ~ October 2011 Poetry & Prose Open Mic Sunday, October 09, 2011 (2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.) ~ The Arts Center of the Capital Region 265 River Street, Troy ~ SECOND SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH - Hosted by Nancy Klepsch and Dan Wilcox, please call 273-0552. Web Site: www.artscenteronline.org LITERACY VOLUNTEERS PRESENTS AUTHORS’ NIGHT AT PAT’S BARN, Troy, th N.Y Tuesday, October 11 at 7:00 p.m. at Pat’s Barn, Rensselaer Tech Park, 100 Defreest Drive, Troy. Authors' Night is an evening of life-affirming true stories by adult literacy students and tutors. Local author Linda Murray Berzok will read from her recent publication, Storied Dishes. This free event is sponsored by CAP COM Federal Credit Union and everyone is welcome. Contact: 274-8526 or visit www.lvorc.org for more information

Maple Hill JV Lacrosse Dine-to-Donate Fundraiser at Recovery Sports Grill.

Presbytarian Church, 1915 Fifth Ave, Troy, call 462-0017

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Saturday, October 15, 2011 (11:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) Sgt. Walter A. Adams American Legion Post 1021 - Please reserve your chicken by calling the Post by 1:00 p.m. at 674-2309. The cost remains at $5.00.

Schodack Island Fall Festival ~ Saturday, October 15, 2011 (12:00 Noon - 5:00 p.m.) Vendors are encouraged to There is a registration fee of $10 and you must provide your own table, chairs and tent (if needed). call 7320187 or email kathy.meyer@oprhp.state.ny.us. Web Site: www.nysparks.com Oakwood Cemetery Fall Foliage Hike Saturday, October 15, 2011 (9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m, Troy. We will be hiking for 2-3 miles in natural areas as well as cemetery sections so hiking boots or shoes are recommended. Bring water also. $12.00 per person. call 274-8410.

team-Team will play 6 guys and 4 gals Age: 18 and older. Registration: 9:009:30 a.m. Games start at 10:00 a.m. Call The Netters Fund at 273-4638.

Rensselaer County Historical Society Children’s Halloween Event ~ October 19th, 57 Second Street, Troy NY 12180. 10-11am, Cost is $5 per child, Adults are free. Limited to 15 children. Reservations can be made by calling 518-244-6853 or email Ilene Frank at ilenefrank@rchsonline.org Children will look at collection items related to Halloween and pumpkins, and then be able to decorate their own pumpkin to take home.

Holiday Ornament Workshop Wednesday, October 19, 2011 (9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) Crailo State Historic Site - 9 1/2 Riverside Avenue. 518-463-8738 - www.nysparks.com

October 13, 6-10pm, Featuring Rodger Wyland's 'Barstool Banter' and Help Support Maple Hill JV Where: Recovery Sports Grill at the Hilton Garden Inn, Hoosick Road, Troy

Troy Chowderfest Saturday, October 15, 2011 (11:00 a.m. - 4:00 pm.) 400 Block of River Street, Troy. 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. or until the chowder runs out!! Cost: FREE! www.troychowderfest.com.

PARENT’s NIGHT OUT – KJ’s Gymnastics October 14th ,5-9pm ~ Enjoy a night out while your kids have fun playing at the gym! Call 758-2554 for details or visit www.kjsgymnastics.com

Walk the Lybrinth – October 15, 10am-2pm, First United

3rd annual Netters Co-Ed Kickball Tournament to Benefit the Safe Ride Program Saturday, October 15, 2011 (9:00 a.m. - N/A) Knickerbacker Park, 106th Street,Troy. Safe Ride program which allows individuals a free taxi ride home when they have had too much to drink. Team Fee: $150.00 15 players per

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Goold Orchards "The Muttville Circus" Dog ShowOctober 22, shows Noon and 3pm , Sponsored by East Greenbush Animal Hospital...

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Community Calendar ~ October 2011 Greenbush Reformed Church CRAFT FAIR,

STAR WATCH at Grafton Lakes State Park Friday, October 28, 2011

Saturday, October 22, 2011 (10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) 688 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush - Looking for crafters to participate. Tables are $25 each. call 477-7175 or 477-6030.

(6:30 p.m. - N/A) Deerfield. Join with members of the Albany Area Astronomers and come explore the night sky. Meets at Deerfield. Rain date 9/29. Call 658-9144 to confirm. Free Program.

The 7th Annual "Halloween Pets on Parade" at Goold Orchards,

Cemetery Walk & Ghost Stories Monday,

October 23, "Bring your Bestest Pet Pal" for a day of fun on the farm. The costume parade begins at 3pm. Visit with area animal rescue groups. Day long pet adoption clinics.

October 31, 2011 (6:00 p.m. - N/A) Grafton Lakes State Park. Come enjoy a night full of haunting experiences and stories. Come if you dare! Fee is $2 per person. Call 658-9144 to confirm.

RIVER ROCKS Jewelry & Bead Shop CLASSES (River Street ~ Downtown Troy ) Thurs. Oct.6th: Traditional Pearl Knotting Technique Thurs. Oct. 20th:3-Strand Beaded Necklace Sun. Oct. 23rd: Right angle bead weave bracelet Wed. Oct. 26th: Sterling Silver Chain Link Wire wrapping

The Art of Reiki ~ CLASSES River Street ~ Downtown Troy

PIZZAPALOOZA Tuesday, October 25, 2011 (N/A) Troy Boys & Girls Club 1700 7th Ave. Troy, NY 12180 The Fourth Annual Pizzapalooza Event at Franklin Terrace Ballroom. Gourmet Pizza Tasting! Contact: For additional information, please call 518-274-3781. Web Site: www.tbgc.org

Troy Night Out Friday, October 28, 2011 (5:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.) 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. Enjoy over 30 art events, 15 music venues, and over 20 fine restaurants as well as unique boutiques of all varieties. Jump on the Troy Trolley as it makes the rounds of the city, providing free transportation to all event attendees and stopping at major event destinations. The RPI Shuttle is available for RPI students only, providing transportation between campus and Monument Square every hour (during academic year only). Free parking is available on-street and in several city garages. Web Site: www.troynightout.org

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Reiki Level III - Tuesday, October 4th & Tuesday October 11th, 6:00 pm8:30 pm, cost $225, includes manual Reiki Level I - Sunday, October 23rd, 9 am- 6 pm, cost $195 includes manual Reiki Review & Share- Monday, October 24th, 6 pm- 8:30 pm, cost $20 Reiki Level II - Sunday, November 6th, 9 am- 6 pm, cost $175

Troy Farmer’s Market

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Clinton Heights Fire Swift Water Rescue Team Deployed During Recent Emergencies “The Clinton Heights Volunteer Fire Department [CHFD] has been credited with 64 rescues,” according to District Chief Randy Cherubino. As Hurricane Irene struck, the NYS Emergency Management Office contacted CHFD Sunday, August 28th and requested the

Swift Water Rescue Team be deployed to Greene County. “We were immediately sent to Prattsville where extensive flooding and stranded residents were reported. Upon arrival, the 12 members broke up into four teams and immediately worked their way into the raging waters that was once Main Street. Safety Officer Ron Stark reported that “Homes were flooded into the first floors; others were just washed away. A local trailer park with 18 mobile homes now had only two, one of which was on fire. “Ten or so trailers were stacked up against a tree line like legos,” observed Lieutenant Tom Penk. Captain Chris Racine’s team came upon two houses that were being compromised. “Parents were throwing their children out a second story window to us. We found a 93 year old who was confined to a wheelchair; we got her into a shuttle boat to safety.” Then Stark, along with Racine and Lieutenant Tony Hazzard found a woman trapped

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October Calendar of Events Sunday, Oct. 9th 1 – 3 PM Pink Ribbon Tea & Chinese Auction Holiday Inn Express 8 Empire Drive, East Greenbush Admission $10 RSVP required All proceeds to benefit Making Strides against Breast Cancer Tuesday, October 11 6:30 – 8:30 PM Trivia Night East Greenbush Library Reservations at circulation desk Sunday, October 16th Making Strides against Breast Cancer Walk Readers for a Cure Join us or make a donation Call store for details Monday, October 17th 7:00 PM Reading and discussion group MEET THE AUTHOR Sins and Needles By Ray Materson Friday, October 28th 7 – 8:30 PM Book Launch Party Author Jana Laiz will release her new book Twelfth Stone Refreshments Middle School Teachers encouraged to meet Jana Saturday, October 29th 10 AM – 4 PM

on a second floor of a home taking in water rapidly. “She told us that ‘Suddenly, the house began to shake and to wash away’ only to be stopped as it logged against a tree. We got her down by creating a human ladder.” The next morning CHFD was asked to deploy to Rotterdam Junction. Back in Clinton Heights, 21 other members of the CHFD deployed at Station II where Assistant Chief Bill O’Connor had the full function of an Emergency Operations Center. During the course of Sunday and the days following 25 calls were responded to by the volunteer fire fighters there on call. One truck assisted the City of Rensselaer in the pump out of nine homes.

Shel-a-bration!!! Six years in business Refreshments Drawing for Shel Silverstein’s new book Everything on It!

During the first week of September Assistant Chief Seth Tracy led a team to Middleburg and then to Johnson City in Monroe County where he and Cpt. Racine led a crew of six and secured the rescue of 21 persons.

Friday, November 11th 6:00 – 8:00 PM AUTHOR EVENT Zoe Bowie My Father, My Son

Stop in to see what’s happening for October ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

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October Happenings at EG Library! Friends of the East Greenbush Library st Hold 1 Trivia Night Fundraiser Tuesday, October 11: 6:30 – 8:30 Do you enjoy trivia?

Dr. Amy Burelson will discuss preventative care, exercise, and nutritional considerations as a primary form of treatment of arthritis.

Mavens of Mayhem host Archer Mayor

Then come to the family friendly trivia night.

Saturday, October 22 at 1:00 p.m.

Enter as a team or come individually and you will be put onto a team. Teams will consist of up to 6 players. Cost is $10/person. There will be 5 categories and 5 rounds of play with small mini games in between. Lots of chances to win prizes. There will also be raffles and food and drinks for sale. So come out for a free fun night of entertainment and hopefully you'll go home as a winner! Call the library for more information. Stop in soon to sign up at the reference desk (Payment is due at the same time as registration)

The Mavens of Mayhem, the Upstate NY chapter of Sisters in Crime, host bestselling author Archer Mayor as he discusses his new mystery Tag Man.

FREE ADULT PROGRAMS Electronic Publishing/Writing Workshop Sunday, October 2 at 2:00 p.m. A panel on electronic publishing will be followed by a writing workshop with awardwinning novelist Hallie Ephron. Sponsored by The Hudson Valley Writers Guild.

History of the Central Park Rose Garden in Schenectady Tuesday, October 4 at 6:30 p.m. David Gade of the Capital Region Rose Society will give the history of the Central Park Rose Garden in Schenectady. Sponsored by the Greenbush Garden Club. SPOTLIGHT PLAYERS STAGED READING SERIES

The Monkey’s Paw by W. W. Jacobs Sunday, October 9 at 2:00 p.m. The paw of a dead monkey is a talisman that grants its possessor three wishes, but the wishes come with an enormous price for interfering with fate. Directed by Tami Warren.

Lost Radio Rounders Sunday, October 23 at 2:00 p.m. The duo of Tom Lindsay and Michael Eck take you back to the days of live radio, with an exciting, all acoustic program of Historic American Music. This program is made possible by a grant from the Friends of East Greenbush Community Library.

Storytelling for Adults w/Disabilities Tuesday, October 25 & December 8 at 10:00 a.m. Adults with disabilities and their companions are invited for seasonal programs with storyteller Mary Murphy. Come listen to some stories with audience participation. While designed for adults with disabilities, anyone who enjoys a good story is welcome.

Free Wednesday Night Movie: OCTOBER 26 @ 6:30 pm – Jane Eyre

Children’s Programs: Erector Sets Saturday, October 8 @ 2:30 pm Join erector set enthusiast David Ware for some hands-on building fun. Ages 8 and up. Registration required. Drop In Family Storytimes! (all ages) Thursdays @ 11:00 am through November 17 Songs, stories and crafts! No registration required.

Be Red Cross Ready

Thursdays at 6:30 pm through November 17 Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts for the

Wednesday, October 12 at 7:00 p.m.

whole family. No registration required.

Be Red Cross Ready teaches simple steps that can be taken in the event of an emergency. In recognition of Fire Prevention Month, tips on how to prevent fires in your home are also offered.

Mother/Daughter Book Group

Is Hosta Hybridizing an Art or a Science? Saturday, October 15 at 1:00 p.m. Nationally known hosta hybridizer Rick Goodenough will present a photorama of parent plants and resulting hybrids. Presented by the Upstate NY Hosta Society.

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Monday, October 3 @ 7:00 pm For 5th-graders & up. Girls and their mothers (or grandmas, aunts) are invited. Enjoy refreshments and discuss The Mother-Daughter Book Club by Heather Vogel Frederick. Registration required.

Cookies & Books Tuesday, October 4 @ 4:15 pm For 2nd & 3rd graders. Beginning chapter book readers are invited to our group. Our book will be Welcome to the Bed and Biscuit by Joan Carris. Crafts and activities related to the book will follow. Registration required.

Open to All Teens entering Grades 2-12 4th Annual Teen Read Week Lock-In

(grades 6-12) Saturday, October 15; 4:30 pm - 12:00 midnight Help us kick-off TRW @ our library! Meet Teen author Peter Marino (author of Doughboy & Magic & Misery). For a complete program description, call 477-7476 ext. 105 or check out the Teen Page of our website. PREREGISTRATION is required, and you must register IN PERSON [along with your parent or guardian] in the Children’s Room.

Teen Read Week Party Thursday, October 20 @ 4:00 pm Get a FREE BOOK and eat some pizza as you help us choose the winners of the photo and video contests. REGISTER BY 9:00 PM on Wednesday, 10/19. TAG (Teen Advisory Group) @ 3:30 pm Wednesday, October 5 Plan teen events, suggest YA materials to buy, and then have a snack as payment!

Anime Club @ 3:30 pm Wednesday, October 12 Watch anime. Eat popcorn.

BYOB Book Club Wednesday @ 3:30 pm Join us in the Teen Area for cookies and a book discussion. Bring Your Own Book – or at least be ready to talk about it! October 19: Scary, but true! Bring a non-fiction book.

Teen Takeover @ 2:30 pm Fridays on October 7, 14, 21 Laptops, video games, and a room just for Teens!

JUNIOR FRIENDS: Make & Take Monday Mondays @ 3:30 pm – October 17 Join the Jr. Friends of the Library to make some fun crafts as we hold our monthly meeting.

Pet Food Drive During the month of October, the library continues our outreach to the community with a pet food drive (dogs & cats) for the Pet Care Community Association located in Troy. The not-for-profit organization, which relies entirely on donations and is run by volunteers, has rescued more than 100 animals, mainly cats and dogs, since 2009. Visit their website for more information: www.petcarecommunityassociation.com.

FREE COMPUTER CLASSES Introduction to Computers Thursday, October 6 at 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon Introduction to Excel Monday, October 10 at 6:00-8:00 p.m. Introduction to Excel Saturday, October 15 at 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Ask the Expert Monday, October 24 at 6:00-8:00

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The Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce is set to unveil a brand new health insurance program designed to maximize plan options, increase the cost-effectiveness of coverage, and give participants the power of choice in crafting their companies’ benefit strategies. The program, available for enrollment in November, is exclusive to members of our Chamber and represents an innovative model of coverage in response to the needs of our membership. “This is the next-generation of health insurance models, and our members are first in line,” said Chamber President Linda Hillman. “We’ve taken a proactive role in providing an answer to one of the greatest challenges facing businesses and non-profit organizations today: managing the costs Linda Hillman, Chamber President and administrative burden of health insurance. Our members and their employees can now access a practical, affordable, and effective program with the broadest spectrum of choices available.” The new benefit, offered through CDPHP and administered by Bouchey & Clarke Benefits, Inc., provides members with access to a wide selection of insurance plans, personalized benefits guidance to assist with enrollment and existing care transitions, and low-cost options for employers and participants without reducing coverage. The single carrier program will offer seven plans to choose from, with a wide spectrum of price points ranging from a predictable HMO plan all the way to a flexible low-cost option. Coverage details, rates, and comparisons will be available in November during open enrollment, pending New York State Insurance Department approval. Enrollments in November will take effect January 1, 2012. “This plan offering is unlike anything we’ve offered in the past and is available only to our membership,” said Ms. Hillman. “It takes personal choice to a whole new level, the level of the consumer.” Stay tuned to the Chamber for upcoming informational seminars and open houses where you can learn more, ask questions, and receive expert guidance from the insurance professionals at Bouchey & Clarke, the Chamber’s benefits administrator. For information, call the Chamber at 518.274.7020, or Bouchey & Clarke at 518.272.9866. (Please note: The Chamber will continue to honor existing contracts with other carriers for members already enrolled who choose not to transition to this new program. All new enrollees will be directed to the single carrier program.)

East Greenbush Kiwanis Calendar of Events

Saturday, October 1st Saturday in the Park Community Day at Onderdonk Park in Hampton Manor 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Stop by for peanuts! Saturday, October 8th 9 – 10 AM Saturday, October 15th Saturday, October 22nd Adopt-a- Highway Bulb Planting Columbia Turnpike across from Fucillo Ford

Volunteers needed Wednesday, October 12th 6 – 9 PM Installation dinner $27 Holiday Inn Express 8 Empire Drive East Greenbush RSVP Bryce Cutler Wednesday, October 26th 6:30 – 7:30 PM Meeting Goff Middle School Open to the public Tuesday, November 8th 6:30 – 8:00 PM Meeting Community Room Spare Time Bowling Center 570 Columbia Turnpike Speaker Coleen Pidgeon from CoNSERNS- U Open to the public The East Greenbush Kiwanis is a volunteer group dedicated to improving the lives of children in our community and around the world. For additional information, please call Lynne Catelotti, PresidentElect. 479-2665 or 479-3959

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Notes From the Skywrright October 2011 By y Local Astrologer & Tarot Reader Richard Morell

ARIES (March 20 – April 21) These days, the world is stimulating your philosophy and the way with which you see the larger picture. This particular month sees you needing to accommodate significant others in your life, particularly in the marital and the career spheres. It may seem that your role is a bit smaller, and you need to remember you count. Uranus in your sign for the next few years may make your energy a bit volatile, but this is a month to respect diplomacy and work in partnerships to get what you need. Forces this month are a bit greater than you are. TAURUS (April 22 – May 20) Jupiter is in your sign for the rest of the year, so it’s a good time to make the most of it and expand your horizons. That being said, you feel a bit of an aggressive tension in October coming from authority figures who may have a bit of a hot and fiery ego. Much focus will be spent in your day-to-day realm, however, with all the planets in your sector of work, health and hygiene. Be sure to factor in self-care during a hectic month on-the-job. The world makes you ponder the mysterious also for the remainder of the year. All the rest of it happens in that context. GEMINI (May 21 – June 20) The general climate makes you curious about how your relationships change with the times. October’s focus within this larger umbrella focuses your energies on children, fun and games—though some part of you will want to make sure and read the instructions, and know what the rules are. Issues with neighbors could require a bit of assertiveness this month, but beware that some interactions might trigger old responses. Be sure to at least take a pause before saying something. CANCER (June 21 – July 22) As the North Node traverses your sixth sector of work and the day-to-day, you are struck by how the current climate interacts with these areas of life. Much of your October focus however, is on family issues, with much communication, drama, negotiation and taskmastering taking place. A desire to expend energy on your long-range goals and friendships might cause a dent in the pocketbook if you’re not careful. Be sure to balance prudence with any long-range plans you make. LEO (July 23 – August 22) Leos are feeling a bit bouncy these days as a karmic pattern makes an impact in your sector of fun. It provides a context for lots of interactions in your neighborhood and with your siblings. You might find yourself talking lots of blue streaks this month—always keep some water on hand! Mars is in your sign all month, but it squares Jupiter portending that a challenge from higher-ups might instigate your warrior. Lots of power this month, but the wise pick their battles. VIRGO (August 23 – September 20) Isn’t it fascinating how some periods in life bring forth the old family crap in a more visible way? The North Node transits your ancestral and family of origin house, eliciting some of the karma that you have carried along in your life. A bit of your focus in October will be about cleaning up any debris and loose ends from last month, and balancing the old checkbook. Also, you might feel that some legal or systems issues pull out some inner reserves, though it’s a painful process. Still, it will prove to serve you in the long run. LIBRA (September 21 – October 20) Happy Birthday Libra! This is quite the busy month celestially for you, with five planets in your sign! Oh, but there’s so much to do, and with Saturn there, you WILL get them all completed in time and with everything just so. Just the way you like it. Watch out for some

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conflicts between friends and your romantic partner. It has nothing to do with you, though you would love to get involved. The world makes you ponder your own communication style these days. How does one adapt to such chaos? Have fun with it. SCORPIO (October 21 – November 21) Generally speaking, your awareness of the current cultural moment is felt in your wallet and in your values for the time being. This larger cycle lasts for about a year or so. Within that larger field, October’s messages generally are focused inward, as the Sun progresses to your sign later this month. You might feel quite aggressive in the realm of career and reputation, but be careful with your spouse or significant relationships that you don’t deflate their dreams. Those help you have the life you want to lead. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21) North Node in your sign sometimes can feel like what’s going on in your life is mirrored in your life at large. October’s energies focus on friendships and long-range visions, and there is quite a bit of potential for movement in this area this month. Saturn has been in this sector for the past year, and continues to exact a methodical pattern, which you can work with. The Libra energies emphasize not taking things personally. This month might see you feeling a bit martial about your perspective. Co-workers might see things differently. Channel your energies toward winwin situations on the job. CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 19) October will feel quite a bit pressured for you Cappy, as the dominant energies create a tense aspect with your sun. It’s not that the world is against you, but the focus of the month is on working with authorities and elders to put things in balance. Still, it often feels like your actions seem to attract criticism unfairly. Step back and look at the overall context and fit yourself to it as best you can. The context of the moment confuses you right now, and you will feel like you’re walking in the dark a lot. Look for hidden treasures brought to light by world events. AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18) If you’re seeking a bit of fire from your partner, this is the month for it! Mars traverses your sector of relationship, which will add energy and assertiveness at the least. The planet is squared by the Taurus Jupiter, which may draw your family of origin into a stressful pattern. It might be good to minimize the contact between the SO and the FOO. This is a good time to communicate your own perspective about larger systems, and legal or publishing ventures are highlighted. Watch for making impetuous blunders this month. Uranus in Aries might cause you to speak your mind at the wrong time. PISCES (February 19 – March 20) Career issues have occupied your mind for the past few months and will continue to do so, though it’s simultaneously low-grade and insistent. October’s energies put awareness on the deep and the dark. Generally speaking this is a time of year that makes you think of the mysterious even though Halloween comes at the end. You might feel a bit overenthusiastic about some events surrounding kids and creativity or casual fun, and it could rebound on your finances if you’re not careful. Balance out self-care with reasonable expenditures. Richard Morell is a local astrologer and tarot reader, at work to become an everyday shaman by the river. His website is frostwolfmagic.net. His email address is frostwolf223!gmail.com, phone: 518-441-2871

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A MESSAGE FROM THE VET Bites ~ The Final Chapter By Dr. David Stone, DVM

Cat/dog/rodent/bird/reptile...fish. They all bite. There’s nothing more surprising and shocking and humbling than being the victim of a bite. We are hard wired as a species to respect the bite of the beast. They are to be avoided. The psychology of the bite is very important too--a malicious bite is usually a trip to the hospital and will mentally scar us for life. A fear bite equals the doctors office, and a nervous nip just makes you feel like an idiot. I’ve been very lucky in that I’ve sustained no really serious injuries--doctors office stuff, not hospital. I met another exotic bully-breed puppy last week. Nine weeks old. She was alert but not playful. She was quiet but not shy. I wondered what I could do or say to reduce the chance that she would bite people in the future. I talked. Discussed everything. We’ll see. I sedated and x-rayed two dogs yesterday. Two viscous dogs. Different owners, unrelated problems, both snarling and lunging. Very difficult to handle. Made us all on edge--even other patients in the hospital were nervous. Everything came off okay--we got the information we needed and no one (man or beast) got hurt. It was just stressful. Just difficult Bites happen. They can’t not. The only thing this series of articles can hope for is to help those few of you out there who actually want help with a difficult situation. I can’t fix much. Sometimes I can get people headed in the right direction. These biting cases should be handled by someone with talent and insight. Behaviorally speaking, I have neither. I do know that there is no one single way to correct an undesirable behavior. Different animals respond to different people. More important is the owners response. Trainers will not be successful if owners don’t step up and work-with consistency. Owners will not be successful if they hate their trainers. So this article is for you. Everyone else out there either doesn’t want help, doesn’t realize they need help, or in some cases know that there’s even a problem. These notes are also to let everyone know that we have a community responsibility to practice good behavior--to set a good example for our children to follow--to take some responsibility for ourselves and those entrusted to us. Let’s try to value each other. Stopping your dog from running the fence while viscously lunging and barking at a 10 year old kid walking home from school may not do much to solve the worlds problems, but it would help to enable a caring community. Possibly the simple act of retraining--or at the least, restraining the viscous animal would have repercussions...resonnations. Now the child grows up with less fear. Now she sits in Congress and decides not to support a bill banning your breed from your state. Who can know how far the ripples of consideration travel. ~ David Stone, DVM

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Kid’s Pages Why Gymnastics is Good for the Brain Did you know researchers believe gymnastics is good for your brain? According to Karen Leggett, owner of KJ’s Gymnastics in Valatie, practicing gymnastics is a lot more than just flipping around the gym for fun. Karen agrees with researcher Debra Em Wilson, MA, & Founder of S’cool Moves, Inc.

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Any time a child participates in activities requiring the movement of large muscles and the compression of joints, this is referred to as heavy work. Heavy work is a term used in the therapy world to describe the types of activities that help focus the brain. The number one

prescription for children who need to improve focus control is exercise that includes heavy work activities. Dr. John Ratey, author of Sparks, calls exercise "Miracle-Gro" for the brain. Vaulting, hanging, flipping, climbing, and leaping are examples of phenomenal heavy work opportunities for children. Focusing with ease leads to learning with ease. Gymnastics not only improves focus but also builds the foundation for academic skills like reading and writing.

Hang Ten for Handwriting Observing children swinging on uneven bars seems as far away as one can get from observing a child trying to write a paragraph, but actually, the two require remarkably similar skills. For children to have good handwriting skills, they must have strong muscles that work together for a common cause. Mighty abs, back muscles, shoulder muscles, forearms, wrists, and fingers are essential for good writing skills. When children have poor upper body strength and weak core muscles, they have trouble sitting upright at a dek, holding a pencil, and writing legibly. Bar work strengthens all muscle groups responsible for writing with ease. A video game cannot begin to provide the strength and stability that a real workout on the bars provides.

Roll Into Reading Ever see a child do a forward roll using a video controller? It just can't be done. Without the actual motion of rolling, important brain connections are missed. These connections cannot be made without activating an important system that lies deep within the inner ear. This system is called the vestibular system (ves-tib-u-lar) and is the Olympic gold winner when it comes to brain development. Working in tandem with the brain, the vestibular system integrates auditory, visual, and tactile input. Specific types of movement common to gymnastics help the vestibular system develop properly. These include the back and forth movement in swinging, the rotational movement as in twisting, and the up and over movement used for rolling. A fully functioning vestibular system leads to: • Awesome self-regulation skills • Strong integration of the auditory and visual systems for reading • Excellent coordination, balance, and motor skills • Great sense of spatial and body awareness Children who struggle with ADHD, developmental delays, reading failure, or sensory processing issues benefit enormously from participation in gymnastics, preferably non-competitive initially. The next time you watch children doing somersaults, remember what amazing neural connections are going on inside their developing brains. Connections are being made at a rapid fire pace providing the foundation for academic, behavioral, and emotional success.

Rolling as an Advantage One might think of rolling as something done only while performing skills at a gymnastics club, but rolling is a life skill! It's not a coincidence that one of the more famous lines consistently quoted in every day language is, "Roll with the punches." When life hands us our ups and downs, having learned how to roll, literally and metaphorically, is an essential skill that helps us stand on our feet after taking a tumble.

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RECIPE OF THE MONTH Moscatiello’s Italian Restaurant

Pork Tenderloin Marsala

Yield: two servings Ingredients: 1 - 12oz Pork tenderloin 12 sliced mushrooms 1 cup Marsala wine 2 cups beef stock 2 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoon of olive oil I teaspoon Flour I tablespoon diced onion Salt, black pepper, fresh parsley

Preparation Pork Tenderloin: rub with salt, black pepper and olive oil. Bake at 450 degrees, until fully cooked. Slice and plate. Place mushroom marsala sauce over the top. Preparation Marsala Sauce: In sautĂŠ pan coat bottom of pan with olive oil. Add diced onion, black pepper, salt, parsley and mushrooms. SautĂŠ on medium heat until onions become transparent. Then add marsala wine. Cook until alcohol from marsala burns off. Add beef stock and bring to a boil. Take two tablespoon of butter and coat butter with flour. Add to boiling sauce. Cook until sauce gets a nice consistency. Note: when plating dish- add bake potato or Italian style potatoes or rice and vegetable

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