December 31, 2011
Volumee 2 • Numberr 25
In n this s Issue Christmas celebrated
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Lego Build-a-Thon
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Business Card Directory
“The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn his face toward you and give you peace.” ~ Numbers 6:24-26
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Original Valley PENNYSAVER • December 31, 2011 It has been 33 years since David Austin, owner of Great Brook Solar, began installing Renewable Energy Systems throughout Central New York. His mission statement has not changed in all these years: “To help people save money and raise their standard of living through the use of renewable energy, and to provide a measure of freedom from dependency on centralized energy distribution.”
GREAT BROOK SOLAR OFFERS THE MOST EXPERIENCED renewable energy system sales and installation in Upstate New York. Dave is a NABCEP Certified Solar PV and Solar Thermal Installer, and is also IGSHPA certified. All of their installers are educated and knowledgeable in the installation and service of the various systems. Dave and his team take advantage of the winter months by taking classes to further their knowledge and education in this ever changing industry. GREAT BROOK SOLAR DESIGNS & INSTALLS COMPLETE ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SYSTEMS. Each system is designed to fit the customer’s unique needs. They pay attention to detail, and take pride in their top notch workmanship. Great Brook Solar obtains utility approvals, building permits, and all inspections needed during the installation process.
Save a substantial amount off the cost of your system by taking advantage of New York State’s incentive programs for Solar Thermal and Solar Electric Installations. Great Brook Solar takes care of all applications and paperwork. No waiting months for a rebate check either - we take the incentive amount off as a discount up front.
Great Brook Solar is looking forward to another successful year in 2012. If you would like to learn more about Renewable Energy Systems for your home or business, visit their website or call their office at
607-847-6366
to request your free personal site survey. Installs in the Following Counties:
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Popular New Year’s Resolutions Published weekly on Saturday by Lee Publications 6113 St. Hwy. 5, Palatine Bridge, NY 13428
Publisher, President
Frederick W. Lee V.P., General Manager
Bruce Button V.P., Production
Mark W. Lee Circulation Manager... ....Tony Keba Classified Ad Manager.......Peggy Patrei Comptroller........Robert Moyer Managing Editor......Joan Kark-Wren Page Composition.......Deb Countryman Production Coordinator........Jessica Mackay Shop Foreman...........Harry Delong
Ad Sales John Snyder, Sales Manager 518-673-0129, jsnyder@leepub.com Mark Fowler, Sales Associate 518-673-0116, mfowler@leepub.com Kristen Lee, Sales Associate 518-673-0100, klee@leepub.com Tom May, Sales Associate 518-673-0165,tmay@leepub.com Mary Skinner, Sales associate 518-673-0130, mskinner@leepub.com
New Year’s Eve is upon us, a time to look to the past, and forward to the coming year and the changes we would like to make in our lives. The following New Year's resolutions are popular year after year. • Drink Less Alcohol • Eat Healthy Food • Get a Better Education • Get a Better Job • Get Fit • Lose Weight • Manage Debt • Manage Stress • Quit Smoking • Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle • Save Money • Take a Trip • Volunteer to Help Others Whatever resolution(s) you decide to make, you can find resources to help you achieve your goals on each of these topics at www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/New-YearsResolutions.shtml
Reader ads 518-673-3011 or 800-218-5586 Bruce Button-Corporate Sales Manager 518-673-3011, bbutton@leepub.com Accounting/Billing-Alyce Moyer 518-673-0149, amoyer@leepub.com Commercial Printing-Beth Snyder 518-673-0101, bsnyder@leepub.com Delivery concerns-Tony Keba 518-673-3011, pennysaver@leepub.com Send all correspondence to: PO Box 121, Palatine Bridge, NY 13428 Advertising e-mail: jsnyder@leepub.com Editorial e-mail: jkarkwren@leepub.com Web site: www.vpennysaver.com 518-673-3011 Phone • 518-673-2381 Fax
We cannot GUARANTEE the return of photographs. Publisher not responsible for typographical errors. Size, style of type and locations of advertisements are left to the discretion of the publisher. The opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the publisher. We will not knowingly accept or publish advertising which is fraudulent or misleading in nature. The publisher reserves the sole right to edit, revise or reject any and all advertising with or without cause being assigned which in his judgement is unwholesome or contrary to the interest of this publication. We assume no financial responsibility for typographical errors in advertisement, but if at fault, will reprint that portion of the ad in which the error appears.
The Original Valley Pennysaver is delivered to 100 percent of the homes in the following towns: Ames Brooksman Corners Buel Canajoharie Ephratah Fort Plain Freysbush Hallsville Hessville Lasselville
Marshville Nelliston Oppenheim Palatine Bridge Randall Salt Springville Sprakers Sprout Brook St. Johnsville Starkville
Find The Original Valley Pennysaver in strategic locations in: Amsterdam Charleston Cherry Valley Dolgeville E. Springfield Fonda Fultonville Gloversville Herkimer Ilion Johnstown
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Freedom from Smoking program offered at Valley Health Services HERKIMER, NY — Start the New Year by quitting smoking! The Freedom From Smoking® program as designed by the American Lung Association will be offered at Valley Health Services, located in Herkimer, beginning
Jan. 4. The smoking cessation program is an eight week plan that will run from Jan. 14 through Feb. 22, meeting on Wednesday afternoons from 4 - 5 p.m. Cost is $10 and registration for the program can be made by calling 518-866-3330, extension 2245.
MAIN MOTORCAR, Main Street, Johnstown, 762, Hemi, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram. For all your vehicle needs, Sales, Service, Accessories. MainMotorcar.com
CATER your parties with us. Your guests will love it. Mercato Pizza Restaurant, 38 W. Main St., Canajoharie. 518-673-4411
17 DODGE Grand Caravans and Chrysler Town & Country minivans in stock. Starting at $6,999. Main Motorcar, Johnstown. 518762-3183 ICE FISHING Supplies, tipups, ice scoops, lines, lures, aerators, bait buckets, etc, at The Sportsman’s Den, 36 Canal st, Ft Plain, 518-993-1010. 2008 PONTIAC G-6 GT Dk. grey, 33k, V-6, auto, full power, chrome wheels, 4 door. SALE: $13,495. John C. Miller, Inc. 518-7627124 WE ARE YOUR JEEP Head Quarters, Over 30 New and Used Jeeps In Stock. Main Motorcar, Main Street, Johnstown. 518762-3183
Fiberglass Insulation Sale! Kraft Faced R-13 3 5/8”x15” (78.33 sq. ft.) R-19 6 1/4”x15” (48.96 sq. ft.) R-19 6 1/4”x23” (75.07 sq. ft.) R-21 5 1/2”x15” (59.09 sq. ft.) R-25 8 1/2”x15” (31.25 sq. ft.) R-38 12”x16” (42.67 sq. ft.)
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WANTED TO BUY: Old Grit newspapers (not the Grit magazine). 518-568-5115 INSULATION: All Types. New/ Existing Buildings. Free Estimates. Fully Insured. Call Upstate Spray Foam Insulation 315-822-5238. www.upstatesprayfoam.com 2007 CHRYSLER PT Cruiser, blue, 60k, 4 cyl., auto, full power. SALE: $9,250. John C. Miller, Inc. 518-762-7124 MAKE our phone ring so we can return the favor!! Place your reader ad today. Only $4 for the first 14 words. 518-673-0101 PITTSBURGH PAINT: You work too hard to paint with any other paint. Over 2000 colors to choose from. C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville, 518568-7016
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Original Valley PENNYSAVER • December 31, 2011
Hello Again, Full of plans and excitement, we left our home in St. Johnsville at 6:30 in the morning on Tuesday expecting to arrive in West Palm Beach, Florida by noon on Friday. Contrary to my habit and lifetime philosophy of putting everything off — you know — “Never do today what you can put off until tomorrow — something may happen and you won’t have to do it at all.” I heard of a farmer who has a leg up on my philosophy. He claims he never puts off until tomorrow what he can get someone else to do today. Contrary to my usual practice, last week I had the Tire Shop in Canajoharie mount six new Michelin tires on the coach, then filled the tank with diesel fuel, added a little antifreeze, checked the engine and hydraulic oil levels, cleaned and arranged the storage compartments underneath the coach, loaded up our clothes and the whathave-yous, hooked up the tow car and went to bed early, got up extra early before 5 a.m. and headed towards Schneider’s Bakery in Cooperstown. In our house it is a must, that is if I am the driver, to head south via Route 80 and stop at Schneider’s Bakery in Cooperstown. A couple of Schneider’s Bakery old-fashioned donuts with a cup of hot coffee is a sure guarantee for a great day. Well, it usually works that way. Returning to the motor home, my wife, in a less than happy voice, said, “Something is leaking under the coach.” The old-fashioned donut was not the only thing with a hole in it. The engine was running and diesel fuel was spraying everywhere. An emergency S.O.S. went out to my sister’s husband, John. When he arrived, he said the problem could not be repaired on the road. By 8:30 we were back in the Mohawk Valley at M.W. Roosevelt & Son. I believe J.R. Roosevelt could not cope with a grown man crying. He immediately had the motor home driven into the garage and assigned Duane to solve and repair the problem. By noon Wednesday we were back on the road with a new Cummings Accumulator Pumping System injection pump, and 40 more gallons of fuel oil. When J.R. learned what the accumulator cost, I think I saw a tear in his eye. Thanks to the great service at Roosevelt’s and the Tire Shop, we enjoyed a wonderful, flawless trip. We stayed three nights in the coach, drove for two full days and two half days, arrived in West Palm Beach at 3 p.m. Saturday. We spent Christmas Eve with friends.
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We topped the four-day sojourn off by celebrating with a dinner at a nationally famous eatery — “Wendy’s.” Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it. You can’t do it in St. Johnsville — we don’t have a Wendy’s. Just a thought to ponder — according to the historical account found in the book of Matthew in the Bible, the Lord Jesus Christ spent his first Christmas in a stable. Is it easy for us to feel a little bit sorry for ourselves? Do we think — why am I having this trouble? Why me? Let’s stop and travel back to a couple on the road about 2,000 years ago — Joseph and Mary traveling on a cold winter’s night on a donkey, Mary heavy with child. They were not traveling in a modern motor home, nor could they find a suitable place to rest. In the little town of Bethlehem, they were happy to spend the night in a cattle stable. The year 2011 is over. Our memories allow us to learn from the past but if we dwell too often on old problems, it will rob us of the time to accomplish in the future. This could and should be our year — 2012 — to move ahead on the Palatine Corridor Dream. Last year it was an idea and a dream. This year let’s advance with a plan. No, not one plan, but many plans. With your help, encouragement and prayers, we can bring financial success back to our area. A Northern city slicker was taking his first camping trip to Florida. “What happens,” he asked, “if one of those snakes should bite me in the arm?” “Don’t worry son. One of your friends will cut open the fang holes and suck out the poison” an old Floridian said. “What happens if I get bit on the leg?” the slicker asked again. “Same thing, son.” “But suppose I should sit on one of them?” he asked.” “Son,” the old Floridian said, “that’s when you’ll find out who your real friends are.” Sitting here in our motor home I can hear a train whistle as it travels north. While Florida at this time of year is warm and nice, north is where home is and there is nothing like home. That’s where family and friends hang their hats. Happy New Year Friends and Family.
Fred and Sylvia Lee and the Lee Family
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Original Valley PENNYSAVER • December 31, 2011 CHECK OUT OUR MENU on Facebook. Find us at Mercato Pizza Restaurant FOUND: Town of Oppenheim, Adult male dog. Call 315-429-3786 COLOR COPIES only 75¢ page. Lee Publications. 6113 State Hwy. 5, Palatine Bridge, NY 13428. Open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. 518-673-3237 2000 DODGE Intrepid, 4 door sedan, green, V6, auto, AC, one owner, “48,500” miles, $5,777. Main Motorcar, Johnstown. 518-762-3183 BA N N E R S BA N N E R S BANNERS any size. Call Beth at Lee Publications 518-673-0101 Please allow 7-10 working days to receive your banner after ordering.
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Attention!! Consignment Auction Saturday, January 7th • Starting at 10:00AM Tools, Furniture, General Merchandise, Meats, Cheese, Bacon, Yogurt, Groceries, Toys, and hundreds of other items!! If you have items to sell give us a call!! Don’t Miss this auction!!
HORSE CONSIGNMENT AUCTION!! Saturday, January 28th @ 10:00am! 280 Buel Rd., Canajoharie, NY • 518-993-4668 We expect to have around 30 to 40 top quality trotters and work horses!! If you have a special horse that you want to sell give us a call to consign and advertise!! If you need a top quality horse, give us a call!! One load of driving horses coming from Ivan Petersheim! STAY POSTED FOR MORE COMING 56 Willett St., Fort Plain, NY • Formerly The Bowling Alley
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We want to hear from you! Send your comments & suggestions to the Original Valley Pennysaver PO Box 121 Palatine Bridge, NY 13428 OR email pennysaver@leepub.com HERCULES Winter tires, 1 pr. 235 85R 16’s, good condition. $75.00 Call 518774-0100 Need a new car? Get 0% financing at Sampson Motor Car where everyone is approved! 261 East Main Street Amsterdam. 518848-7359 STOVE PIPE: 24 gauge 6” & 8” x24” black stove pipe, elbows and dampers available at C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville 518-568-7016 DINNER SPECIAL: $29.95 bottle of wine and two dinners. Mercato Pizza Restaurant, 38 W. Main St., Canajoharie 518-673-4411
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OUTSIDE FURNACE TRUCKLOAD SPECIAL - approx. 12 Face Cord Chunked Mixed Hardwood $700 Delivered within 25 mi. radius. HEAP ACCEPTED
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BLACK & WHITE COPIES only 15¢ each. Lee Publications. 6113 State Hwy. 5, Palatine Bridge, NY 13428. Open MondayFriday 8am-5pm. 518673-3237 FOR SALE: Rice Coal, $5.20/40 lbs., $260/ton. Bylers Storage Sheds, 5284 St.Hwy10, Fort Plain LOOKING FOR small wood lots to purchase standing fire wood trees. Prompt up front payment for timber. 518-859-3010
WOOD PELLETS. Winter Special on New England Premium Pellets with low ash. BUY NOW & SAVE. C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville 518-568-7016 MAIN MOTORCAR, Main Street, Johnstown WE HAVE! Timberwolf log splitters. Call for pricing + models available. North Creek Auto 315-866-3698 WE ARE YOUR JEEP Head Quarters, Over 30 New and Used Jeeps In Stock. Main Motorcar, Main Street, Johnstown. 518762-3183 J&H USED FURNITURE 6663 St Hwy 5 Fort Plain NY-West of Nelliston, Hrs.10-4 Mon-Sat Phone518-993-4381 2009 JEEP Wrangler Unlimited, 4 door, silver, 24k, V-6, auto, AC, CD, hard top, full power. SALE: $25,495. John C. Miller, Inc. 518-762-7124 PREFINISHED HARDWOOD FLOORING: 2¼”, 3”, 4” & 5” widths, many colors available with Lifetime Finish Warranty. C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville 518-568-7016 T H E R M A - T RU F i b e r Classic, Smooth-Star and Steel Exterior entry door units. Many styles to choose from. C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville. 518-568-7016
Original Valley PENNYSAVER • December 31, 2011 NEED BUSINESS CARDS? Full color glossy, heavy stock. 250 ($45.00); 500 ($65.00); 1,000 ($75.00). Call Lee Publications 518-673-0101 Beth bsnyder@leepub.com I BUY HUNTING RIFLES for my collection. 518-6730029, 518-321-5372 2008 JEEP Liberty Sport 4x4, black, 41k, V-6, auto, moonroof, full power. SALE: $17,995. John C. Miller, Inc. 518-762-7124 FOR SALE: Hood off 85 trans am, good condition. $80.00 301-904-4907 INVOICES for your Business - 2, 3 or 4 part forms. Very reasonable. Call Beth at Lee Publications 518-673-0101 WEEKNIGHT SPECIALS: $8.95. Mercato Pizza Restaurant, 38 W. Main St., Canajoharie 518-673-4411
2008 DODGE Nitro SXT 4x4, tan, 34k, V-6, auto, AC, CD, full power. SALE: $16,995. John C. Miller, Inc. 518-762-7124 YARD SIGNS: 16x24 full color with stakes, double sided. Stakes included. Only $15.00 each. Call Beth at Lee Publications 518-673-0101. Please allow 7 to 10 business days when ordering. Having problems with your well or pump? Call The Water People - Provost Brothers! 518-868-2126 2007 FORD Mustang GT, Dk. grey, 30k, V-8, auto, leather, sharp! SALE: $20,995. John C. Miller, Inc. 518-762-7124 BEAGLE PUPS F/S AKC Registered. Phone 518673-2331, Cell 518-5888892 Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental 12 Willett St Fort Plain 518-993-3834 40lb water softener cubes are now on sale, just $3.33 each.
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Grooming By Marie Wishing our friends a safe and joyous holiday season. Bruce & Marie 6 Canal Street Fort Plain, NY 13339
518-993-3000 Bruce & Marie Smith IPG Certified
WITH OUR THANKS At Year’s End We’re truly grateful for neighbors like you, and wish you all a very happy and prosperous year.
Herman A. Prime Garage, Inc. “Best of Service” - We Employ ASE Certified Technicians “Let us show you their credentials” 18 River St., Route 80, Fort Plain (518) 993-3555
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MOHAWK VALLEY EYECARE
Happy New Year!
Dr. Carol A. Balfe, O.D. 70 Erie Blvd., Canajoharie, NY 13317 Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm
Accepting most insurances including: Medicare, VBA, CDPHP, MVP, BCBS of U/W and Davis Vision - Including CSEA & Fidelis
Wishing you with all sincerity, a year of peace and joy and much prosperity!
Same Day Service on Some Prescriptions Fast Turnaround on Most Others
CALL: 518-673-2015 “TRUSTEE SALE” - One family house, Little Falls, NY, being auctioned off to highest bidder. Call trustee 718-974-9428
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WINE and Beer served. Mercato Pizza Restaurant, 38 W. Main St., Canajoharie. 518-673-4411 2005 CHRYSLER Pacifica Touring, AWD, red, 63k, V6, leather, alloys, full power. SALE: $12,850. John C. Miller, Inc. 518762-7124 2008 DODGE Avenger SXT, 4 door sedan, blue, V6, auto, AC, PW, PL, premium sound, remote start, alloy wheels, one owner car, $7,990. Main Motorcar, Johnstown 518-762-3183
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by Matilda Charles A safe family online network If the possibility of having your information compromised online on Facebook or Myspace scares you, you’re not alone. But if you want a place to keep in touch with friends and relatives, what do you do? Sending individual emails has its limitations — several people can’t talk to each other at the same time. Sharing pictures of your grandchildren online is risky — very — because you don’t know where those photos will end up. If there’s a family event, you end up sending multiple e-mails to everyone. Enter Chattertree, an online site that appears
to be very safe and private. Instead of being a social online network, it’s a family and friends network. On Chattertree you can: • Create private family or friends “rooms,” even multiple rooms, perhaps one for family and one for friends. • Track dates with the calendar. • Be alerted quickly to important family events. Chatterbox has been certified as a TRUSTe Kid Privacy site, which means it’s a safe online environment for your grandchildren. Chattertree is free. Go to www.chattertree.com and look around. (c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Spray Foam Insulation $ave on Your Heating and Cooling Bills $ave Energy
Call 518-284-2040
Contractor’s Millwork, Inc. Est. 1986 Owners/Operators: Alden and Steven Witham Sharon Springs, NY
MONUMENTS Humphrey Memorials, Inc. Monumental Design & Sales Cemetery Lettering Memorial Restoration 3051 State Rte. 28, Herkimer, NY 13350 315-866-4471 or 518-848-0963 Established in 1946
www.humphreymemorials.com humphreymemorials@verizon.net MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED
Dixon McFee Matthew Spaulding
Todd McFee C.J. Karker
TOWING & HAULING SERVICE
TRANSMISSIONS
A&J CREWS
Barrett’s Transmissions General Repair
PLUMBING
SCRAP METAL
MATTICE E & SONS
“We Buy Scrap Iron & Metals”
Landscaping & Lawn Mowing Commercial & Residential
ROGER CREWS AUTO SALVAGE (518) 993-4749
Call for Trailer Rental Prices to Haul Your Stuff Away! Also, Hauling Crusher Run, Gravel, Etc.
Garry-Jason Barrett
Top Dollar Paid for Scrap Iron or Cars
148 Ripple Road Cherry Valley, NY 13320
LLC “Your Indoor Comfort Controller” Residential & Commercial • HEATING • PLUMBING • COOLING 24 Hour Emergency Service FREE Estimates 40 years experience Family owned & operated Justin & Russell Mattice Palatine Bridge
518-441-0142
www.matticeandsonsheating.com
Spring g Street Fortt Plain,, NY Y 13339 Closing g 10/22 2 e season forr the
“Over 30 Years Experience”
Cleaning Out Your Basement, Attic, Home, Business, Etc.?
315-868-5747
Call Tony Crews, Owner for details
Owners
Phone & Fax:
518-993-2002
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FORT PLAIN BEAGLE CLUB
RABBIT HUNT & BYOB BYOB SPAGHETTI DINNER
JANUARY 21ST, 2012 WEIGH IN AND SPAGHETTI DINNER TO BE HELD AT THE SOUTH MINDEN FIRE COMPANY Fire company is located on Route 163, 5.1 miles south of Fort Plain. 3 Miles from the Beagle Club
TWO DIVISIONS HARE / COTTONTAIL A JUNIOR CLASS WILL BE HELD FOR HUNTERS 16 & UNDER RULES OF THE HUNT • EACH HUNTER IS ALLOWED TO WEIGH IN ONE COTTON TAIL AND ONE HARE. - MUST BE HARVESTED ON THIS DAY ONLY! • RABBITS WILL BE WEIGHED IN WHOLE (UNDRESSED). • OFFICIAL WIEGH IN WILL TAKE PLACE FROM 3-5PM AT THE SOUTH MINDEN FIRE COMPANY. • TIES WILL BE BROKEN BY THE RABBIT THAT IS WEIGHED IN FIRST. • THE EVENT COMMITTEE HAS THE RIGHT TO INSPECT ALL RABBITS THAT ARE WEIGHED. • THE SPAGHETTI DINNER WILL TAKE PLACE FROM 4:00-6:00. DINNER IS $5.00!! • AWARDS AND RAFFLE WILL TAKE PLACE AT 6:00. WE WILL BE RAFFLING OFF THREE GUNS AS WELL AS OTHER PRIZES.
EVENT TICKETS?
We can print what you need. Please allow 2-3 weeks in advance. Call Beth at Lee Publications 518-673-0101 bsnyder@leepub.com
LIVE BAIT, minnows, maggots, spikes, meal worms, at The Sportsman’s Den, 36 Canal st, Ft Plain, 518993-1010.
IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE, HUNTERS MUT BE REGISTERED BY MAIL BY TUESDAY JANUARY 17TH OR HAVE ENTRY FORM AND MONEY TURNED INTO A CLUB MEMBER BY FRIDAY JANUARY 20TH. PLEASE CLAIM ALL OF YOUR RABBITS AFTER THE EVENT, DO NOT LEAVE YOUR GAME IN THE PARKING LOT!!
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL RUSS AT (518) 993-3406 IF YOU ARE PAYING FOR ADDITIONAL PEOPLE ATTENDING THE HUNT OR DINNER PLEASE PUT THEIR NAME AND INFORMATION ON PAPER AND SEND IT IN WITH ENTRY FORM AND CHECK!! NAME
AGE
HAVE A HAPPY HOLIDAY! For one thing we all know is true, Is we owe our success to each one of you!
Country Tr easur es Timothy Smith • (518) 568-5121
2 West Main St., St. Johnsville, NY 13452 Mon.-Fri. 9-5 • Sat. 10-2 • Sun-Closed Ask, Seek and find. Luke 11:9
PHONE ADDRESS
STATE
ZIP
E-MAIL DISTANCE TRAVELED TO FORT PLAIN YOUTH HUNTER NAME $20 X =$ $5 X =$ TOTAL DUE = $
AGE
NUMBER OF ENTRIES FOR THE RABBIT HUNT NUMBER OF PEOPLE FOR THE SPAGHETTI DINNER PLEASE MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO: “FORTT PLAIN N BEAGLEE CLUB”
PLEASE SEND ALL CHECKS AND ENTRY FORMS TO: FORT PLAIN BEAGLE CLUB C/O RUSS VANCE P.O. BOX 294 NELLISTON, NY 13410 518-993-3406
Happy 40th Birthday, DAD We hope this ad makes you glad and not mad
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Dollars and Sense
by David Uffington Fine-Tune Finances Before Year’s End The quiet week at the end of the year is a good time to review finances and make any needed changes before the New Year. Tax deductions: The trick is to balance payroll deductions with the taxes you’ll owe in April so that you come out with nothing due and no refund. If too much money is taken out, you’re essentially giving the government an interest-free loan. Instead make the changes to your W-9 form and put that extra money from each paycheck into a savings account. The biggest event that should make you review your deductions is buying a house. You’ll get a mortgage interest statement (Form 1098) for the interest you paid, which can become a deduction on the Schedule A of your tax forms if you itemize. (You’ll also be able to claim the property taxes you’ve paid.) If you can, make a 13th mortgage payment in December to add to the amount of the mortgage interest. Better savings interest rate: If your emergency fund is safely in place, likely in a savings account, considering putting further savings into a CD or money market account. You’ll get a bit more interest, and the money is still easily accessible in case of an emergency. Health Savings Account: If have a high deductible on your medical insurance, investigate putting
money into a Health Savings Account. The money you put into an HSA is tax-preferred, which means that it’s not taxable when earned. Balances roll over from year to year, and the only stipulation is that it be used to pay medical expenses. “High deductible” is defined as $1,200 for yourself or $2,400 for family coverage for 2011. Go online to irs.gov and look for IRS Publication 969 for more details about how much you can contribute. If you’re selfemployed, stock up on the consumables you normally use. Those become a business expense that you can deduct. If you’ll likely need a new computer soon, or telephones, consider buying those before the end of the year. If you’ve planned to make charitable donations, do it now. It’s a deduction on the Schedule A if you itemize. Invest in an early copy of the 2011 tax software and run the numbers. This will help you fine tune your yearend strategy. David Uffington regrets that he cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into his column whenever possible. Write to him in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to columnreply @gmail.com. (c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.
COMMON PINE: Excellent for trim boards; Also 1”x6” tongue & groove and 1”x12” rough cut. C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville. 518-568-7016 CENTRAL BOILER EClassic OUTDOOR FURNACES. Cleaner and Greener. 97% Efficient. EPA Qualified. Call North Creek Heat 315-8663698 Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental 12 Willett St Fort Plain 518-993-3834 20lb Wild Bird Food and 8lb Birders Blend food are on sale $6.99 USED TIRE SALE: Huge Inventory, mounting & balancing FREE. No appointment necessary! Save money call Auto World, 534 North Perry Street, Johnstown 12095. 518-7627555 FOR SALE: Winter Drapes, 4 panels w/tie backs, each panel is 45” wide X 63” long, mauve w/silver $50.00. Call 518-993-2496
2004 CHRYSLER Sebring 4D SD, Lt. green, V6, auto, AC, leather, power seat, sunroof, power window, power locks, chrome alloy wheels, 38,800 miles, one owner, super clean, $9,888. Main Motorcar, Johnstown 518-762-3183 NEW HOURS for The Sportsman’s Den, 36 Canal St, Ft Plain, 518993-1010: Tues-Fri 8am6pm, Sat. 8am-2pm, Sun/Mon CLOSED. Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental 12 Willett St Fort Plain 518-993-3834 We will be closed on Sunday January 1, have a Joyous Holiday! ARE YOUR arrangements for your or your loved ones been prearranged? Call Vincent A. Enea Funeral Service LLC, for prearrangements, traditional funerals, Veterans Services, and cremations. Call anytime! 518-568-7040 or 315-866-1500 for more information.
HAPPY
HOLLY DAYS!
As another year comes to a close, we want to let you know how very much we enjoyed serving you, and wish you all a very joyous and wonderful holiday season.
64 Canal St, Fort Plain, NY 13339
(518) 993-4261
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8am-4:30pm; Sat. 8am-Noon
The
PINK PARLOUR Happy New Year & Thank You for Visiting The Pink Parlour
Wee (att thee shopss att 255 Westt & thee Pinkk Parlour)) wrotee a checkk forr $1100.000 for Breastt Cancerr becausse off yourr supportt andd visits!
The Little Falls Antique Center The Shops at 25 West in Historic Canal Place
OPEN N DAILY Y 10AM M - 5PM • 315-823-0240
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MAIN MOTORCAR, Main Street, Johnstown, 762, Hemi, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram. For all your vehicle needs, Sales, Service, Accessories. MainMotorcar.com
Get Your ATV & Snowmobile Serviced Now! Parts & Accessories for Motorcycles ATV’s, UTVs & Snowmobiles Good Selection of Used Motorcycles (we service all brands) Qlink Scooters, Motorcycles & Side by Sides
www.snopro.biz
Rt. 5, Nelliston, NY • 518-993-3269
Common Goods Buy • Sell • Trade • Consign Furniture, Antiques, Clothes, Collectables, Housewares & More 23 Main Street, Fultonville, NY Rt. 30A across from the Post Office Exit 28 off the NYS thruway I-90 Hours: Tues.-Fri. 10-6; Sat. 10-4 commongoods.fultonville@gmail.com 518-844-7926
HAPPY NEW YEAR! With greetings and best wishes to our neighbors, customers and friends for a magical and memorable year. We know we’ll never forget your generosity, and look forward to your continued support.
Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental
12 Willett St.,Ft. Plain, NY 13339 518-993-3834
Hrs: M-F - 7:30 am-6 pm; Sat - 7:30 am-4 pm Sun - 9 am-1 pm
WANTED - CA$H PAID: for old jewelry, books. Dolls toys, even if broken, 1970s older. 1960s & older: Clothing. Old frames, Christmas, Halloween items. Interested in almost anything old. Shirley 315-894-9032. FREE SNOW? How about ice? Makes good ice cream, but it may break down your roof! Call us if you need help with this years snow removal. And oh, we have insurance. Call now to schedule 1-800FOR-ROOF or 315-8230298. Lakeside Kanga Roof ATV TRAILERS by Bosski Industries first automatic “Dump Assist” trailers GVWR 800lbs.+ 1600lbs. models available. Come check them out at North Creek Auto 315-866-3698 2004 MITSUBISHI Endeavor LS, V6, AWD, Nia Vehicle. For more information call 607-264-3680. Can be seen on line at www.turnpikeautoman.com
WE CARRY FABRAL roofing & siding panels with LIFETIME warranty against fading and chalking and E N E R G Y S TA R APPROVED. Can be ordered cut to length and many colors to choose from. C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville. 518-568-7016 2008 DODGE Caliber SE, 4 door sedan, black, 4 cyl., manual transmission, AC, 69,000 miles, one owner, $7,990. Main Motorcar, Johnstown. 518-762-3183 FOR SALE: 1948 Ford 8N tractor with plow and attachments, $3,000/OBO. Call 607-264-3680 FOR SALE: Pellet Stove, Holds 240 Lbs of pellets. Also Wood Stove, glass door, fire brick lined. 518673-5288 FOR SALE: 4x4 foam insulation, 1.5 inches w/particle board backing. $5.00 a piece. Call Adirondack Metal Sales at 315-4293627 FAX & COPY SERVICE at Lee Publications, 6113 State Hwy. 5, Palatine Bridge, NY 13428 (518) 673-3237
Cuffe Computers offers affordable repairs and upgrades as well as custom built systems. 518993-4833.
KEEP THE COLD OUTINSULATE! Kraft faced and unfaced fiberglass insulation available at C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville 518-5687016
MAGNETIC SIGNS FOR trucks and cars. Call Beth at Lee Publications 518-673-0101
NERF DOG GO-KART Seats 2 6.5 motor roll cage excellent shape $475. 518774-8382
TOWN OF PALATINE VOTER’S Thank you for taking your time to vote me in as a write-in candidate for town councilman we won by 10 votes. I will do my best to help save the town tax payer’s money. If you have any questions for me feel free to call 518-222-0294. Sincerely, Ricky Becker
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CHELSEY - A sweet female black and tan Hound mix, 6 to 7 months old. Found on Hickory Hill Road, Palatine on December 20th. Very affectionate.
ANGEL - White female Pit Bull, 1 to 1-1/2 years old. Found on Pleasant Place, Canajoharie on December 21st. Has a skin condition which is being treated. Contact the shelter for more information.
DRUMMER - Male Puggle (Pug/Beagle), tan and white with a black mask. Found on Mapletown Road, Root on December 21st. Sweet-tempered, playful and friendly.
TWINKLE - Cute little tri-color female Beagle/Jack Russell mix. Found curled up in a ball to keep warm in some bushes by a lock/overpass in Fort Plain on December 21st.
DAWSON - Very handsome male Collie/Hound mix, 2 1/2 years old. Knows “sit, come, lie down” and is excellent on leash. Fine with other dogs. Housebroken.
BETH - 6 to 8 year old female orange tiger. Found with her kittens Betsy and Bobby. Came to the shelter on December 17th. Pretty and affectionate.
BETSY - Adorable female Tortie kitten, about 10 weeks old. Found with mother Beth and brother Bobby. Came to the shelter on December 17th.
CHRISTMAS KITTEN - Male gray and white kitten, one of five (4 males and a female Tortie). They’re 6 weeks old and came to the shelter on December 23rd.
HELP OUR FURRY FRIENDS. Join the Shelter. $15 Individual. $25 per family & $35 Business. 518-673-5670
NEEDED: Stamps and Cat Litter WRATH OF GRAPES 51 Hancock Street, Fort Plain, NY
Joseph Nalli, Esq. Counselor at Law Fort Plain 518-993-4486
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Strange But True • Live Bait • Indoor Archery Range • Ice Fishing Supplies Hunting • Fishing • Pet Sports Memorabilia 36 6 Canall St.,, Fortt Plain,, NY 518.993.1010
by Samantha Weaver • Records show that the town of Helena, Montana, had more millionaires per capita than any other city in the world — way back in 1888. • In the early 1970s, a British plumber named John Hancock replaced an antique toilet in the home of John Lennon, then kept the old toilet for the rest of his life. In 2010, after Hancock’s death, his heirs put it up for auction. Even the auction house was surprised when the former Beatle’s throne fetched a whopping $14,740. • When you’re in an unpopulated area and gaze up at the night sky, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by the profusion of stars. But what’s truly overwhelming is this: All
the stars that are visible from Earth represent only 0.000000000000001 percent of all the stars in the known universe. • You may not be aware of this, but there is a new fad that is catching on among some groups across the country: tall biking. Hobbyists construct bicycles with normalsized front and rear wheels, but with frames and seats that extend anywhere from 6 to 10 feet off the ground. Some riders actually use these bikes to joust, using lances made out of PVC pipe and foam rubber. It’s unclear, however, exactly how the riders mount their steeds. (c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.
Dockerty Florist & Greenhouse Best Wishes for a Happy Holiday Season Fresh Floral Arrangements • Seasonal Plants
BUSINESS FOR SALE Call For More Info (518) 568-2212 4 Crouse Blvd., St. Johnsville, NY 13452
Mill Road Mercantile SEASON’S GREETINGS
Wishing you an abundance of glad tidings at this special time of year.
Antique Reproduction Furniture Primitive Home Décor (518) 568-3251
1565 Mill Rd., St. Johnsville, NY 13452
PROVOST BROS. INC
“The Water People Since 1912” • Celebrating Our 99th Year
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GOULDS & STA-RITE Pumps - Service Sales & Service
Rt. 20, Sloansville
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Easy ways to boost home value Though the housing market might not be booming, there are still buyers out there looking for a place to call their own. Making minor changes to a home can add to your asking price, whether you’re putting your home on the market this week or waiting for the market to rebound. The following tasks might not take much effort, but they pay dividends. • Work on the yard. An appealing lawn is still a great way to catch a prospective buyer’s eye. When a home boasts a lush lawn and well-manicured trees, it’s hard to ignore that For Sale sign out front. If landscaping has proven an LET US HELP you get rid of your unwanted stuff. Place a reader ad today. Only $4.00 for the 1st 14 words. Call 518-673-0101 2008 FORD F-150 Crew Cab XL 4x4, grey, 37k, V-8, auto, alloys, AC, CD, full power, bed liner. SALE: $23,995. John C. Miller, Inc. 518-762-7124 MERCATO HOLIDAY Gift Certificates make great gifts. Available in any amount. Mercato Pizza Restaurant, 38 W. Main St., Canajoharie 518-673-4411
Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental 12 Willett St Fort Plain 518-993-3834 Lignetics Wood Pellets are $5.09 per bag and $235 per ton
Achilles’ heel in the past, make an effort to take better care of your property in the months ahead. It doesn’t take long for even the most neglected lawn to rebound from disrepair. • Upgrade appliances. Prospective buyers won’t be thrilled if they walk into a home and see outdated appliances. Some might even feel older appliances indicate a homeowner who cared little about appearances and might begin to wonder if there are any additional areas that might have been neglected around the house. Homeowners who aren’t immediately putting their property up for sale can gradually upgrade their appliances to lessen some of
the financial toll such purchases take. • Replace the carpet. A clean carpet might make a world of difference to a home’s inhabitants, but a new carpet will be more appealing to prospective buyers. Choose a neutral-toned carpet that will boast a more universal appeal. • Paint the home. A fresh coat of paint or new siding is always attractive to prospective buyers. If your home hasn’t had a new coat of paint in awhile that might make buyers feel the home is musty or old. Homeowners can also paint rooms inside the home to give it a fresh and welcoming feel. • Clean up around the house. A cluttered
house will almost certainly repel buyers. Buyers want a home that’s roomy and well kept, but clutter creates the opposite impression. Organize the closets to make them appear more roomy and clean up any areas that have become cluttered — consider temporarily renting a storage unit to house excess stuff from closets. Basements or utility closets might be handy for storage, but they should be open and clean before hosting an open house. The less clutter a home has, the more spacious it will appear and the more money sellers can likely demand for the home.
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Senior News Line
by Matilda Charles Yes, you can afford a pet Those of us who have pets know the benefits of pet ownership. There’s just something very physically and emotionally positive about owning a cat or dog, and the research literature is full of proof.
We generally have lower blood pressure because pets reduce stress and anxiety. Maybe it’s the soft fur to pet, the funny antics or the happy welcome when we come home, but we’re happier and better able to fend off depression. We’re also in better shape, more active and physical,
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NEW ITEMS WEEKLY at The Sportsman’s Den. Now carrying Trophy Rock Mineral rocks, SHOO tag tick and flea repellents, NEBO flashlights, and more… 36 Canal St, Ft Plain, 518-993-1010.
Boys & Girls of the St. Johnsville and Oppenheim Ephratah School Districts 4th, 5th, & 6th grades. Still accepting Basketball/ Indoor Soccer sign ups to begin the New Year. St. Johnsville Youth Center 568-7441 or Gary Jones 568-3113
KUBOTA B2660 snowblower for compact Kubota tractor $1,500 or best offer 518-993-3690
KILN DRIED common pine, various widths and lengths. Call 315-4293627, Adirondack Metal Sales
I N D O O R A R C H E RY RANGE NOW OPEN at The Sportsman’s Den, 36 Canal St, Ft Plain, 518993-1010
LOOKING for it? Selling it? Looking for work? Looking to hire… Give us a call 518-673-0101 and place your reader ad today.
FAX SERVICE available at Lee Publications. 25¢ a page. 6113 State Hwy. 5, Palatine Bridge, NY 13428. Open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. 518-6733237
Specialty PET PRODUCTS now available at The Sportsman’s Den, 36 Canal St, Ft Plain, 518993-1010. Taste of the Wild, Diamond Naturals, Top Performance, etc. 20X30 TENT with four sides for rent. Canajoharie Volunteer Fire Department 518-378-3279 or email jems@roadrunner.com Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental 12 Willett St Fort Plain 518-993-3834 Packing away the holiday decorations, or just clearing some clutter we have the storage tote you need, from shoebox size to 30 gal size, starting at $1.49
because of the care we need to give: walking, throwing toys, feeding, bending to put down food and water, daily brushing. Limited incomes can come into play, however. If you have a pet but are considering giving it up because of the cost of pet food, wait. All across the country
WANTED: Pictures and Clothing. Share your game photos on our wall and sell your unused hunting clothing at The Sportsman’s Den, 36 Canal St, Ft Plain, 518-993-1010. OUR delicious bread is homemade and served free with every dinner. Mercato Pizza Restaurant, 38 W. Main St., Canajoharie. 518-673-4411 SIGNS SIGNS SIGNS All Kinds. Corrugated Plastic Signs With Stakes. Call Beth at Lee Publications 518-6730101. Please allow 7-10 working days to receive your signs after ordering.
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Original Valley PENNYSAVER • December 31, 2011 R E C O R D S WA N T E D : We’ll buy your old records from 1930 - 1970. 45’s, 78’s, Albums, Rock-N-Roll, Blues, R&B, Country,etc. Call Pete 518-673-2384. KEEP THE COLD OUT with Larson Combination Storm Doors. 32” & 36”x80” white in stock at $137.85. C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville 518-568-7016
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!!
facebook.com/O-VPennysaver or visit our website! www.vpennysaver.com
315-292-2306
NEED WOOD? WE HAVE IT! Common pine, select pine, clear pine, hardwood, mouldings, spruce, Douglas fir, pressure treated and plywood. Just what you need for your fall projects! Also WOOD PELLETS! C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville 518-568-7016
Original Valley PENNYSAVER • December 31, 2011 KEEP THE SNOW OFF YOUR PORCH BY ENCLOSING IT? 2’x8’ or 12’ Palruff Clear Corrugated PVC Panels are 10 times stronger than fiberglass. Available at C.H. Burkdorf & Son, Inc., 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville 518-568-7016 NOW OPEN In St. Johnsville: Vincent A. Enea Funeral Service LLC, 20 Bridge Street, St. Johnsville, NY. Call anytime 518-568-7040 or 315866-1500. 8 FOOT TABLES & folding chairs for rent. Canajoharie Volunteer Fire Department 518-378-3279 or email jems@roadrunner.com F R E E H E AT ! ! F R E E TAXES!!! Upstairs apartment, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, St. Johnsville, $650/mo., immaculate, across from Stewart’s. Call soon! 315823-0139 Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental 12 Willett St Fort Plain 518-993-3834 Chilly? We have fire starter logs, 3 hour fire logs and creosote sweeping logs all in stock. JEEP WRANGLER HALF DOORS. Tan canvas, Great shape!! No damage at all. Fits all wranglers from 1988-1995. Zipper windows. $75.00 Or best offer. Call 914-329-5720 for details ask for Will. Located in Fort Plain.
1998 CHRYSLER Concord 4 door sedan, gold, V6, auto, AC, alloy wheels, heated leather seats, all power, one owner, 82,000 miles, $6,555. Main Motorcar, Johnstown 518-7623183 2009 HYUNDAI Santa Fe Lmtd., AWD, maroon, 31k, V-6, auto, leather, moonroof, alloys, Loaded! SALE: $23,995. John C. Miller, Inc. 518-762-7124 Having a party? Did you know the Canajoharie Volunteer Fire Department rents the kitchen and banquet room. For your convenience we now have a elevator. 518-378-3279 or email jems@roadrunner.com
H O M E - G ROW N B E E F FOR SALE. USDA inspected. Pieces, quarters, halves or whole. Damin Farm, 518-568-2643
Page A29 MAIN MOTORCAR, Main Street, Johnstown, 762, Hemi, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram. For all your vehicle needs, Sales, Service, Accessories. MainMotorcar.com
LAMINATE YOUR DOCUMENTS up to 11x17. Lee Publications, 6113 State Rt. 5, Palatine Bridge, NY 13428. 518-673-3237
17 DODGE Grand Caravans and Chrysler Town & Country minivans in stock. Starting at $6,999. Main Motorcar, Johnstown. 518762-3183 CANAJOHARIE Ground Floor Apartment For Rent, also 2nd floor 2BR. 35 Erie Blvd. Tenant pays utilities. Security, references required. Inquire at The Shults Agency 518-9932387 ext. 109 or call 518993-4255 eve. & weekends FOR SALE: 20 Ton Heavy Duty Wood Splitter, 8hp, new pump and hoses, $850/OBO. Call 518-3202073 after 3:00pm FOR SALE: 2002 Chevy Malibu LS, V6, auto, road ready! Financing available. Call Turnpike Auto for more information 607-264-3680
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LAND OWNERS AND FARMERS LOOKING FOR A WAY TO PAY YOUR TAXES???
Hunting group is looking for land to lease. 50 to 500 acres for the sole purpose of hunting all legal game. Responsible hunters, good references. Contact 518-848-6469 (Cell) or kmaring511@yahoo.com
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LOTS & ACREAGE Town n off Herkimerr Land:
17.3 Acres - fields, beautiful view on quiet 0 Owner Financing town road . . . . .$29,000 9.4 Acres - field, great view . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Owner Financing . . . . . . . . . . . . .$18,000
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0 Owner Financing 59.9 Acres . . . . .$85,000
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267 CANAJOHARIE: Don’t judge a book by it’s cover!! 5BR home with 2 1/2 baths. Was last used as a 2 family and still can be. Low Price!! $51,000 632 SEWARD: 2 BR home situated on an acre. Large eat in kitchen with french doors. Rm on 2nd floor could be 3rd BR. 2 car garage. Offered at $67,900
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Office: (518) 673-3677 Fax: (518) 673-3477
www.richardeulerrealty.com Email: richard@richardeulerrealty.com Richard Euler Licensed Real Estate Broker
Real Estate Nine interior fixes to sell a home fast Despite low interest rates and declining sale prices, there is still a lot of home inventory available. That means homeowners thinking about selling have to do whatever they can to set their homes apart from the others available. Real estate experts call it “staging,” or presenting the home in the best light so that potential buyers can envision themselves moving right in. Just a few changes here and there can position a home to sell faster than the competition. 1. The nose knows. Make sure there is no noticeable odor, such as pet smells, garbage, stale smoke, etc., to turn off others. 2. Clear out. Make sure the interior looks as spacious as possible. This could mean taking out some furniture and temporarily putting it in storage. Be sure countertops in bathrooms and kitchens are free of clutter. And pack away knick-knacks that can collect dust. 3. Cater to the lazy person. Homeowners should do whatever repairs are possible, within reason. If that means tearing down dated wallpaper or replacing carpeting with hardwood floors, it could mean a faster sale.
4. Do a deep cleaning. Whether a cleaning service is hired or the homeowner does it himself, tackling necessary cleaning projects could make the home shine. 5. Add a fresh coat of paint. If walls are bright colors or eclectic, it could pay to paint rooms in more neutral shades to appeal to the masses. 6. Keep the home updated. While one doesn’t have to follow every trend, ensuring the home is ageless can make for a better sell. So if the cabinets scream 1985 and the bathroom is circa 1967, it could be time to do some updating. 7. Create “happy” spaces. Open the windows, turn on the lights, add lights to dark rooms and use light colors as room accents. Generally buyers want a bright and light home. 8. Avoid provocation. Don’t display personal items that might offend. Take down mounted deer heads and put away books that may seem offensive. It can be a good idea to store religious items as well. 9. Clean out closets and cabinets: Partially empty closets and cabinets give the suggestion that the home is large and has plenty of storage space — so much so that it doesn’t even all need to be used.
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Real Estate
Winter roof tips As the winter months approach, our homes first measure of protection against rain and snow is the Roof. GAF, North America’s largest Roofing Manufacturer based in New Jersey, offers these tips for how to get your roof ready for the cold winter. 1. Start off by checking the roof framing structure to make sure it is not compromised. Visually scan the roof for any sagging or uneven areas. If you do see an area that looks uneven, this may mean damage to the roof deck below the shingles. 2. Inspect the gutter systems to make sure they are not clogged with branches, leaves, or other debris. This is important to ensure that rain water and snow have a way off of the roof. If the water or snow is left standing on the roof, there is an increased likelihood of leaking or ice damming. 3. Make sure that gutters are fastened properly and are tight and secure so that they don’t cause overflow and build-up or fall off the fascia board. Leaking water can end up causing damage not just to your roof, but to your interior walls, as well. 4. Check the valleys of the roof to ensure
that they are also free and clear of debris that can add weight to the roof and also act as a barrier to rain and snow. Leaks frequently occur in the valleys so make sure they are well protected by a proper roofing system. 5. One of the most common causes for roofing leaks is due to problems with flashing. Flashing is the aluminum or metal materials that is used in roof to wall transitions over joints to prevent water from seeping in and causing damage. Metal flashing should also be used around roof vents, pipes, skylights, and chimneys. Remember that flashings can be loosened or torn by high winds and heavy rains, so inspect the areas annually. One of the most common causes for roofing leaks is due to problems with flashing. 6. Lastly, you should walk around to carefully inspect the shingles on the roof – look for curling edges, missing granules, and certainly for missing shingles or damage from birds, rodents, or squirrels.
Discounts for Mature Adults in Canajoharie
Cozy Efficiency w/wall to wall carpet . . . .$295 Comfy 1 Bedroom w/wall to wall carpet . .$415 Both Apts. have Low Cost Heat, Hot Water & Laundry Room
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LOTS & ACREAGE Montgomery County Land:
9.2 Acres - beautiful view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25,000 Owner Financing 5.3 Acres - beautiful view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$19,900 Owner Financing 3.6 Acres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$15,000 More Land Available To Rent or Buy
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Feel free to contact John at 518-281-8008 or 518-568-2776
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Lego Build-a-Thon raises money for Habitat for Humanity the Finger Lakes Region held a similiar fundraiser to buy clothing for the needy. “We wanted to help raise money for Schoharie County residents who are stressed now and could use our help,” LaFera said. The $5 per person fee for the program will go to Habitat for Humanity to help rebuild or repair homes destroyed or damaged in the flooding. LaFera encouraged everyone in the contest to “build a home from Legos” in order to help build homes in the flood area. So for a hour, the j u n i o r architects built Lego homes in order that real homes can be b u i l t . Teams of kids and at least one adult caperone had one hour to build a Eric Elliott and Ben Field were a great team as they jointly decided where to place of each block.
The Arkell Museum/ Canajoharie Library was filled with kids of all ages on Tuesday, Dec. 27, who were helping to raise money for Habitat for Humanity of Schoharie County by participating in a Lego Builda-Thon. Head of Library Services Leah LaFera said that she organized the Lego Build-a-thon to help the flood victims of Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee after learning that a librarian in
Quinn Jones of Fort Plain worked intently on her project. Photos by Gary Elliott home out of Legos. A special guest judge determined the winning team and runners-up. Winners received Lego prizes. The library provided the Legos while the teams brought their imaginations. Prize winners were: 1st place: Quinn Jones and Jacob Thomas 2nd Owen Smith and his father Honorable Mentions: • Jacob St Martin and Austin Countryman, • Noah Printup and his Mother, Tanner Stern and Nate Climenhaga “We raised $116!”, La Fere reports!
Carrie and Carolyn Phillips of Canajoharie were attracted Rob Rorick and his step-son Ryan Houghton travto the Build-a-Thon by the sign advertising the event in eled from Gloversville after reading about the Lego Build-a-Thon in The Original Valley Pennysaver. the front of the library.
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Christmas services take place to celebrate the birth of the Christ child by Elizabeth A. Tomlin Traditional Christmas services took place throughout the Mohawk Valley, where people celebrated the birth of the Christ child. Christmas Eve services were numerous and most were celebrated with singing, communion and candle light. Christmas Day services were also numerous throughout the valley. At one service, tears were as much part of the service as was the joyous singing to celebrate the day. St. James Lutheran Church in Starkville, NY was seeing their last
Christmas Day service, and over 50 people attended to bid a fond farewell to their church and their pastor, the Reverend Ken Dingman. St. James has been part of the community since February 9, 1831. They are scheduled to close in 2012, and were celebrating their last Christmas together. Reverend Dingman, who has been their pastor for nearly 25 years, will be retiring in June 2012. He is also the pastor at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Fort Plain, where he has served for nearly 40
years, and St. John's in Freysbush. Marion Dingman, who has been a parishioner at St. James for over 60 years, said she was “sad to see the church close their doors.” The senti-
ment was felt by all who attended the Christmas Day service, including John Elwood, also a parishioner for over 60 years, who served communion on the Holy Day.
The choir at St. John’s - St. Mark’s, Canajoharie, sings ‘The Holly & the Ivy’ before the worship service on Christmas Eve. Chris Liljeberg lights a candle for the Candle Light Service at St. John's - St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Canajoharie on Christmas Eve.
Jeannette Kling and Rachael Takacs perform 'O Holy Night' at Trinity ~ Stone Arabia's Christmas Eve candle light service.
Rev. Kenneth Dingman exits the pulpit, after delivering his last Christmas sermon at St. James Lutheran Church in Starkville. Dingman will retire in June 2012 after 40 years of service.
Pastor Alan Griffith poses with the flute choir at the Untied Methodist Church of Fort Plain, before the Christmas Day service. Seen here (from left) are Pastor Griffith, Eve Elliott, Nathaniel Shoemaker, Jeffery Prendergast, Danielle Van Patton, and Gary Elliott. Photos by Elizabeth A Tomlin
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Antiques & Auctions Collecting
by Larry Cox Pillow Vase Q: I have an unusual family heirloom that was given to my great grandparents when they were married in Buffalo, NY, in June 1900. It is a sea-green “pillow vase” painted and signed by Edward Diers. I’ve seen a duplicate in a pottery book, but no value was given. I don’t want to sell it since it’s an heirloom, but I am nevertheless curious about its value. My neighbor is a pottery collector and thinks it could be worth as much as $1,000 because of its unique design. — Barbara, Yonkers, N.Y.
A: This is yet another reason why you should never put much stock in the opinions of neighbors — even those who think they are experts — when it comes to antiques and collectibles. I contacted several certified appraisers and they seem to agree that your “pillow vase” by Edward Diers could be worth as much as $30,000. Q: Several years ago I bought a framed picture at a tag sale of Louisa May Alcott’s “Orchard House” in Concord. I would like to know its value and if a library would benefit in having it. — Cynthia, Barre, VT
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A: I recommend you contact the curator of the Louisa May Alcott “Orchard House” museum, 399 Lexington Road, Concord, Massachusetts 01742. Q: My mom recently gave me a two-gallon crock that she thinks is at least a 100 years old. It has a white glazed surface with a large “2” and Monmouth Pottery Company, Monmouth, ILL” imprinted on the side. I have been offered $150 for it, but think it might be worth more. — Laura, Hondo, Texas A: Take the $150. Your crock is worth about $75, according to the “Antique Trader Stoneware and Blue
and White Pottery Price Guide” edited by Kyle Husfloen. I recently saw a similar crock made by the same company sell at auction for $45. Q: We have a copy of The New Zealand Fantail Hobbies magazine from 1972. It is 36 pages and appears to be typed on a typewriter. It is in very good condition. — Martins, Phelps, NY A: Although your publication is interesting, it does not have any real value as a collectible. (c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.
WEEKLY SALES EVERY MONDAY HOSKING SALES - FORMER WELCH LIVESTOCK Weekly Sales Every Monday 12:30 Produce, Misc. & small animals; 1:00 Dairy; **We will now sell lambs, goats, pigs, feeders immediately following Dairy. Calves and cull beef approx. 5:00-5:30 PM. Help us increase our volume - thus making a better market for everyone. **We are Independent Marketers - working 24/7 to increase your bottom line. Competitive marketing is the way to go. Monday, Dec. 26th sale - Cull cows ave. .62 top cow .77 wt. 1404 $1081.08, Bulls up to .82, bull calves top $1.50. Monday, Jan. 2nd - Monthly Fat Cow & Feeder Sale. Special feature: From Grassland Farm, Salisbury, CT sends ** VG 87 3yr. Shoremar James Fresh 12/7/11 her dam is EX92 w/31,000 and 3 rec. over 1000F. ** VG85 Comestar Lee Just fresh 12/14 Dam VG and Grandam EX. ** Sanchez just fresh 12/23, Dam Blitz 2nd Dam EX. ** Red & White Goldfawn Advent Miami-Red Due 1/5/12 Dam VG86, 2D EX 92. **Others due sale time to Durham, Kolton & Pronto. 3 nice Registered Jerseys one Fresh 8/15/11 & 9/28/11 & one just fresh. 3 Registered Guernseys - 2 Fresh this fall & on service, 1 bred back due in July. Monday, Jan. 9th - Monthly Heifer Sale. Group of Registered Cattle from overstocked Otsego Co. Herd outstanding cattle all ages. Watch future ads and website for full details. Call to advertise your group in our next ad. Monday, Jan. 16th - Monthly Lamb, Sheep, Goat & Pig Sale. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from The Hosking Family, the Sale barn crew & Café Girls - We appreciate all the business & friends we have made along the way. LOOKING TO HAVE A FARM SALE OR JUST SELL A FEW - GIVE US A CALL. **Trucking Assistance - Call the Sale Barn or check out our trucker list on our Web-Site. Call to advertise in any of these sales it makes a difference. Directions: Former Welch Livestock 6096 NYS Rt. 8, 30 miles South of Utica & 6 miles North of New Berlin, NY. www.hoskingsales.com Call today with your consignments. Tom & Brenda Hosking 6096 NYS Rt. 8 New Berlin, NY 13411
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Calendar of Events ORIGINAL VALLEY PENNYSAVER NOTE: Calendar entries must arrive at the Original Valley Pennysaver’s office by the Tuesday prior to our publication date for them to be included in the calendar of events. Send events to Lee Publications c/o The Original Valley Pennysaver, 6113 State Highway 5, P.O. Box 121, Palatine Bridge, NY 13428. E-mail: pennysaver@leepub.com or jkarkwren@leepub.com DEC 31 Quilt, Christmas and New Year Eve Themed Baskets Fundraisers Frothingham Free Library, Fonda, NY. Call 518-8533016.
The Bentwood Rockers in Concert Canajoharie Last Night Celebration. 6-8 pm. The County Line Rebels New Years Eve VFW Post 942, Post Home, Rt. 30A, Fonda, NY. This event is open to the public
$how ‘n’ $ell
and Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door (New Years Eve). Admission prices are $10/person or $15/couple which includes great live country music w/dancing on the large newly refinished hardwood dance floors, lots of food, hats, noise makers and a champagne toast at midnight. Contact Post, 518-8538932. DEC 31 - JAN 1 Last Night In Canajoharie! Village of Canajoharie, Canajoharie, NY. 5 pm - 12 am. Food, games, music, dancing, bonfire, Village party! Family event! Rockets to go off at midnight! Get your button at local businesses. Call 673-5512.
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• 1st, 2nd & 3rd Thursdays: 2-4 pm. 2nd Time Around Big Band Practice. • Monday, Wednesdays & Fridays: 10:15-11 am. Senior’s Exercise Program with Bob Smith. • Thursday, Jan 5, 12 & 19: 2-4 pm, 2nd Time Around Big Band practice. SPECIAL EVENTS • Friday, Jan 6 & 20: 1:30 pm. Public Card Party. Donation $2, prizes & refreshments. • Tuesday, Jan 10: 9 am12 pm. Montgomery Co. Office for the Aging Monghly Outreach. • Friday, Jan. 13: Canajoharie Senior Citizens Club luncheon at 12:30 pm. Covered dish & Christmas grab bags. • Tuesday, Jan. 24: Home
Health Care Partners Corp (Co-sponsored by St. Mary’s Hospital & Nathan Littauer Hospital). In addition to conducting the blood pressure clinic, health & wellness information will also be provided. • Thursday, Jan. 26: Alzheimer’s Support Group 2-3 pm. MEETINGS • Wednesday, Jan. 4: 8 am. Community Chest Annual Meeting. • Friday, Jan. 6, 20 & 27: 12:45 pm. Canajoharie Sr. Citizens Club Meeting. JAN 6 Epiphany Holy Communion & Light Supper Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 26 Moyer St., Canajoharie, NY. 6 pm.
Ames - Sprout Brook UMC
Cherry Valley Assembly of God
613 Latimer Hill Rd. Ames, NY 13317 518-673-2265 Rev. Dr. Campbell Laker Sunday Service 9:30 AM
Christian Church of Charleston Four Corners
1380 E. Lykers Rd., Sprakers 518-922-9088 Pastor Brett Popp
37 Alden St., Cherry Valley, 607-264-3306
Pastor David Carpenter, Jr. Sundays 9:30am
Church of the Nazarene 3316 State Route 29 W Johnstown, NY 12095 Offices: 518-762-2982 Cell: 857-523-8417
JAN 7 34rd All Free Acoustic Coffee House Fultonville Methodist Church. Montgomery St., Fultonville, NY. 6:30-10 pm. Held downstairs. Open to all types of music as long as no vulgarity, doesn’t offend anybody. If you can’t make it at 6:30, that’s ok, there is a new performer every 9-13 minutes on average. Future Acoustic Coffee House shows - first Saturday of every month 2/4, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5, 6/2, 7/7,8/4, 9/1, 10/6, 11/3, 12/1 for the year of 2012. Call 518-853-4964. Institution of the Ministry of the Rev. Virginia L.. Ogden Episcopal Church of the
Cornerstone Baptist Church 7274 St. Hwy. 10, Ames 518-673-3405
Sunday Morning Service 11:00am Sunday School for All Ages 10:00am
Dolgeville Christian Fellowship
Dolgeville United Methodist Church
Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
3 Elm St., Dolgeville, NY 13329 315-429-9142
21 N. Helmer Ave., Dolgeville Pastor: Rev. Diane E. DiLuzio 315-429-7381
Worship Sunday 10:30am Midweek Fellowship Tuesday 7pm www.dolgevillechristianfellowship.org
Faith, Hope and Love Christian Fellowship 18 W. Grand St., Palatine Bridge 518-673-5128 Rev. David W. Bowley fhlc@frontiernet.net Sundays 11:30 am, For other service times please call
Freysbush United Methodist Church
Worship 11:00a Sunday School @ 9:30a beginning September 18th Bible Study - Wednesdays @ 12:30p
Fonda Fultonville United Methodist Church 11 Montgomery St., Fultonville Pastor Nancy Pullen • 853-3311 Sunday Morning Worship 9:15-10:15, Sunday School 9:15-10:30, Coffee Fellowship Following Service Our Mission-To Actively Follow Christ and To Inspire Others To Accompany Us.
Fultonville Reformed Church
Freysbush Rd., Fort Plain 518-993-3645 Rev. Alan Griffith, Officiating
Corner of 5S & 30 Pastor Jane Hubschmitt
Worship 9am, Sunday School 10am ALL ARE WELCOME coffee hour to follow service
Sunday School 10AM Family Worship 10:30 AM
Grace Episcopal Church
Grandview Baptist Church
32 Montgomery St., Cherry Valley 315-858-4016
Fr. Kyle Grennen, Priest-in-Charge Sunday 11:00am Holy Communion/sermon
15 Washington St. Fort Plain
Interim Pastor Dan West Sunday School 10am Morning Service 11am Bible Study & Prayer Meeting, Wednesday 6:30pm
JAN 11 Herkimer ARC’s Life Is Beautiful Tour 350 S. Washington St., Herkimer, NY. 12-1 pm. The purpose of the Life Is Beautiful tour is to familiarize the community with the Herki-mer ARC’s mission to enable people with
Call 518-673-3011 To Place Church Listings or Fax Listings to 518-673-2381
Sunday School 10am, Adults & Children Morning Worship 11am, Youth Ministry 5:45pm, Evening Worship 6pm, Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7pm, Awana Club 6:15-8:15pm
Dr. Marvin Isum, Pastor
JAN 8 Holy Communion Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 26 Moyer St., Canajoharie, NY. 9:30 am.
Church Directory
Sunday School (adult & children) 10am, Worship 11am, Sunday Eve. Prayer 6:30pm, Thurs. Eve. of Encouragement 6:30pm www.christianchurchcharlestonfourcorners.org
Pastor, Rev. Mark Fowler
Good Shepherd, 26 Moyer St., Canajoharie, NY. 11 am. Service by invitation. Reception in the Arkell Museum Great Hasll. Rt. Rev. William H. Love, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Albany, celebrat.
26 Moyer St., Canajoharie 518-673-3440
Currytown Reformed Church 829 St. Hwy. 162, Sprakers 518-673-2772
Rev. Donald Hoaglander Sunday School 9:15 AM Worship Service 10:00 AM
Everlasting Joy Believers Fellowship
The Rev. Virginia L Ogden, Rector
66 Hancock St., (Rte. 5S) Fort Plain, NY 13339 315-858-2112 Pastor Carolee Coye
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Sunday Service 10am
Fordsbush Bible Church
Fort Plain United Methodist Church
Holy Communion Sundays at 9:30am
131 Clark Rd., Fort Plain 518-568-7606 Pastor Kevin Keever Sunday School 10am, Morning Service 11am, Eve. Service 6pm, Wed. Service 6:45pm, Thurs. Visitation 6pm
39 Center St., Fort Plain Rev. Alan Griffith Church Office 518-993-3863 Parsonage 518-993-3645
Home of Victory Christian Academy
Office Hrs Tues & Thurs. 10am-4pm ALL WELCOME, Worship Service 11am
Glen Reformed Church
Grace Christian Church
State Hwy 161 in the Hamlet of Glen 4 miles South of Fultonville
20 Center St., St. Johnsville, NY 13452 Rev. Harry J. Teuchert 315-866-8626
www.fordsbushbiblechurch.com
518-212-6022 Pastor Tim Alicki Sunday Worship at 9. Sunday School immediately following Children’s Message
Sunday School 9:30am Worship 11:00am
Holy Family Parish
Joy Fellowship
Little Falls, NY 315-823-3410 Saturday 4pm Sunday 10:30am
296 Co. Hwy. 119 St. Johnsville, NY 13452 518-568-5507 William Hayes Pastor Joyce Loughran Assistant Pastor Sunday School 9am, Morning Worship 9:30am Wednesday Evening Worship 6:30pm
disabilities, and others in the community, to achieve full potential and to live enriched lives. Contact Dominic Frank, 315-5747353 or e-mail dfrank@ herkimerarc.org. On Internet at www.herkimerarc .org
JAN 18 Wired for Winter Lunch Knights Inn, 20 Albany St., Little Falls, NY. 11 am. Presented by the Herkimer NY Christian Women’s Club. $9, all inclusive.Complimentary nursery will be
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Marshville Evangelical Church Route 10 South Rev. David Bowley Worship Sunday 9 am
Randall Christian Church NY Rte. 5S Sunday Service 10am
Pastor Lance Borofsky Seeker’s Fellowship 14 Park Place St. Johnsville, NY 13452 518-568-7700 Pastor Mike Yezierski
Sunday Worship 6pm, Tues. Prayer 7pm, Bible Study 7pm (Wed., Thurs. & Fri.) We teach the fullness of God’s Word, a life of holiness for the believer, and salvation for all who trust in Christ’s sacrifice.
St. Johnsville Methodist Church 7 East Main St., St. Johnsville, NY 13452 Rev. Harry J. Teuchert 518-568-7983 • 315-866-8626 Worship Sunday 3pm
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 36 Lydius St., Fort Plain, NY 13339 518-993-4442 Rev. Kenneth Dingman Sunday Worship 11am
The Holy Spirit Polish National Catholic Church 618 E. Gansvoort St. Little Falls, NY 315-823-0793 Father Rafal Dadello Mass at 11am on Sunday www.holyspiritpncc.org
Trinity Lutheran Church 5430 St. Hwy. 10, Palatine Bridge 518-673-2224 Rev. Zach Labagh Sunday Worship 9am, Sunday School 10am, (No services in July, meet at St. John’s St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Canajoharie). Communion on the first & third Sundays
National Kateri Tekakwitha Shrine and Indian Museum
Oppenheim United Methodist Church
3636 St. Hwy. 5, PO Box 627 Fonda, NY 12068-0627 518-853-3646
Route 29 Pastor: Rev. Diane E. DiLuzio 315-429-7381
Weekly Masses: Sat. 4:30pm, Sun. 10:30am friars@katerishrine.com www.katerishrine.com
Worship 9:30 Sundays, Totally Awesome God-TAG time 6:30p Wednesdays beginning in Oct., Sunday School 9:00a beginning September 18th
Reformed Church of Canajoharie
Reformed Church of Fort Plain
15-19 Front St., Canajoharie 518-673-2816 Rev. Miriam Barnes
165 Canal St., Fort Plain, NY 13339 518-993-4302 • fortplainrca@yahoo.com Rev. Nancy E. Ryan
Worship 10am, Nursery Provided, Christian Education for children & adults 9am
St. John’s & St. Mark’s Lutheran Church 143 Church St., Canajoharie 518-673-2224 Pastor Zach Labagh Sunday Worship 11am, Christian Ed. 9:45am stjstm@frontiernet.net
St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church 31 North Helmer Ave., Dolgeville 315-429-8338 Father William A. Gorman
Sunday Worship 10:30am, AA meetings on Tues. 7pm, Home of Manna House Meals, A Community Meal Program-Sat. & Sun 5pm
St. John’s Lutheran Church 774 St. Hwy. 163, Freysbush, NY 518-993-4442 Rev. Kenneth Dingman Sunday Worship 9:30am, Sunday School 10:30am, You are invited... Ladies Aid W.E.L.C.A. Meets 1st Sat. of every month. For Fellowship in Christ’s Service. Handicapped Accessible
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church 7690 Rt. 80, Springfield Center 315-858-4016
Fr. Kyle Grennen, Priest-in-Charge
1885. Reservations should be honored, cancelled or used by a friend. All women and men of the area are invited and will be warmly welcomed.
Lighthouse Baptist Church 1524 St. Rt. 29A, PO Box 114 Stratford, NY 13470-0114 315-429-8854 Pastor Martin Smith Sunday Morning Worship 10:30am; Wed. Eve. Prayer Meeting 6:00pm; 2nd & 4th Sunday Dinner following Morning Service with Afternoon Service following dinner “Old-Fashioned Bible Preaching”
Our Lady of Hope R.C. Church 115 Reid St., Fort Plain, NY 13339 Parish Office 518-993-3822 ourladyofhope@frontier.com
Pastor: Father Dennis Murphy Mass Schedule: Saturday, 4pm; Sunday, 8:30am & 11am; Mon.-Thurs. 8:30am. Confessions: Sat. 3 & by appointment Please call parish office for Holy Day schedule
110 E. Smith St., Herkimer, NY 13350 Services - Every Sunday - 10am & Wednesday - 6:30pm 315-292-7539 email - roloc7@gmail.com
St. John’s Reformed Church 68 W. Main St., St. Johnsville 518-568-7396 Faithfully Following Jesus Christ Sunday Worship 10:30am
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 32 W. Main St., St. Johnsville, NY (next to NBT Bank) 518-568-3007 Church 518-568-2405 Parsonage Rev. David Johnson
Sunday Mass is 10:30am, Daily Mass Mon. & Wed. 8am
Sunday Eucharist, 9:30am Coffee - Fellowship follows service Holy Days - as announced
Sunday Worship 10:30am, Tues. Bible Bungee-Jumping 7pm, “Bible Study” that actually makes sense! A Vibrant, Welcoming Community of Faith & Vision
St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Community
Stratford United Methodist Church
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170 Rural Grove Rd., Sprakers, NY 12166
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The Rose of Sharon Church of God
580 Dillenbeck Road, Palatine Bridge 518-673-2382 Saturday Morning Worship Service 11:30am
United Methodist Church of Canajoharie 50 E. Main St. 518-673-2717
Jesus says - “Come Unto Me” Join usSpecial Music Ministry, Beautiful Surroundings, Friendly People Sunday Service 10:30am - Email: umc673@frontiernet.net Communion Last Sunday of the Month
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1485 State Route 20, Sharon Springs, NY 518-284-3307 Rev. Fred Jones Worship Service Sunday at 11am & 7pm
Valley Alliance Church 85 E. Main St., Nelliston 518-993-3458 Pastor Dave Prahst Sunday School (all ages) 9:15am, Sunday Worship 10:30am, Wed. Praise & Prayer 7pm, Fri. Youth Group 7pm (7-12th grade)
518-922-7831 Pastor Joshua Fetterhoff
Sunday School (all ages) 9:45am, Morning Service 11am, Eve. Service 6pm, Wed.-Family Night 7pm, “Where Bible Teaching is Fundamental”
The Time for Truth Ministries PO Box 351 Amsterdam, NY 12010 Phone 518-843-2121 Cell 518-774-8558
Victorious Life Church RMI Fellowship 104 Main St. & 431 St. Hwy. 80 Fort Plain, NY 518-993-3102 Sunday School 9am, Morning Worship 10:30am, Youth Group 5pm, Evening Worship 7-8pm
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Donna’s Day: creative family fun by Donna Erickson
Kids’ artwork makes a home memorable Paintings and pets, or rather paintings of pets, is a dominant theme throughout the bright and cheery Hughes home in Scotts Valley, CA. It’s impossible to pass from the kitchen hallway to the living room without taking a pause to view portraits of guinea pigs Clover and Bubbles artfully arranged next to paintings of loveable cats and dogs. Painted sculptures of favorite animals and birds are tucked here and there, too. A pony, penguin and parrot sit in a row on a bedroom shelf, keeping watch over the kids’ comings and goings. “Eleven-year-old Gilian and 9-yearold Gabbie love to care for, play with and draw pictures of animals, especially our own pets,” says mom Serina. “Skittles, our leopard gecko, hasn’t made the wall yet because he’s new, but I’m sure they’ll do a portrait of him soon. Showcasing the girls’ animal art as part of our home decor says a bit of who we are and what we love as a family,” she adds.
Are you swimming with your kids’ artwork? Why tuck it away in a closet? Show it off and make your home truly unique. Here are some quick ideas for displaying and storing art: • Hang six to nine same-size clipboards in rows on a hallway wall or family gathering space. They’ll always be ready for displaying the latest creations in an instant. Mix and match this contemporary art display with large photos, too. • Think outside the frame, and set your child’s pottery or craft projects together with a houseplant or mini bouquet of flowers. Place the arrangement on an end table by a sofa or chair. • Take photos of paintings, drawings and crafts. Burn a CD or create a special “Kid Art” photo file on your computer. Set to music and enjoy watching the art show over and over together. • For extra keepers, store rolled-up paper artwork in mailing tubes, available at office-supply stores and the post office. Label with your child’s name and grade. (c) 2011 Donna Erickson Distributed by King Features Synd.
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This is a Hammer by Samantha Mazzotta Why drain a hot-water heater? Q: A neighbor of mine said that he drains his hot water heater twice a year to keep it clear. Won’t draining the heater damage it? — Sal P., Tallahassee, FL A: Actually, draining the water heater can help it heat water more efficiently and even extend its service life. The trick is to turn it off and let the water cool for a few hours. Then, shut off the
Easy home heating projects that save money (NAPSA) — Make your home feel warmer without turning up the heat this winter. The average family spends $1,400 a year on energy, with nearly half of that on heating and cooling. However, by following some simple steps on home winterizing, and by using energy-efficient heating equipment, homeowners can save as much as 20 percent on annual energy costs. Before you begin to winterize, you should call in a professionally licensed HVAC contractor to inspect and tune up your heating system. Once that is done, there are several things you can do yourself to prolong the life of the equipment and help ensure proper operation. • Oil Heat — Change fuel filters and service burners if needed. Check fuel tank for water content and fill tank. • Forced-Air Systems — Clean registers and returns, remove grill on returns, vacuum, and reinstall the grill. On older forced-air systems, the entire ductwork should be cleaned every couple of years. Inspect flue pipe for blockages, leaks and holes and make sure vent cap is in place on roof. • Furnaces — Check fan belts, pilot light, humidifier and media pad if needed. On older furnaces, the pilot light may stay on all the time and you can see it; newer models are usually self-igniting and light only when the furnace is
water supply to the heater so it won’t refill as you drain it. Note: If you need to turn off the water supply to the entire house or part of the house in order to turn off the heater’s supply, open the taps on the other sinks in your house. Attach a length of garden hose to the water-heater drain spigot, just long enough to comfortably hang over the edge of the bucket you’ll use to catch the drained water. (If a utility sink is
running. • Humidifiers or Dehumidifiers — For freestanding units, change or clean filters. For furnacemounted humidifiers, check, clean or replace the water media pad, or water level on float-type humidifiers. Check waterline/waste line for leaks. • Hot Water Heaters — Drain about 10 to 15 gallons from service valve, located at bottom of water tank, to remove sediment. If water has slight rust color at first, this is okay; if after draining more than 10 gallons the water still has a rust color, it’s a sign the tank is rusting and that you should consider replacement. On natural gas heaters, inspect flue pipe to ensure it is secure and has no leaks. Lowering the temperature of water in the water heater to 115° to 120° reduces fuel consumption. • An Energy-Efficient Hot Water Circulator — such as the Bell & Gossett ecocirc® — can save an average family of four more than 12,000 gallons of water and hundreds of dollars in energy costs a year.
nearby, that’s an even better option; run the hose to the sink.) Turn the spigot on slowly, until it’s fully open. Drain the tank as far as possible — this could mean detaching the hose and catching the last of the water in a bucket. Then, close the spigot and turn the water supply back on to fill the tank, and turn on the heater. If you had to turn on the other taps in the house, once the water supply is back on, turn the taps off. (You want
• Thermostat Setting — 68° F is recommended for cold months, 65° F at night. The rule of thumb is that you can save about 3 percent on your heating bill for every degree that you set back your thermostat. • New Equipment — If equipment needs replacement, call a local professional for at least two quotes. Local, state and federal tax credits and rebates can assist in the purchase of an energy-saving product. • For more information on energy-saving tips and ideas, visit www.energystar.gov, www.eere.energy.gov, www.energysavers.gov and http://completewatersystems.com.
water to run through them after a shutoff to prevent air from getting trapped in the pipes.) Draining the water heater once or twice a year will remove sediment that can build up due to a number of factors. It’s not always done in the wintertime, but if you have a day or two that is above freezing and you can let the heater cool overnight, go for it. (c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.
by Deb Maes, Extension Educator, Family & Consumer Resources If you have been shopping for groceries lately you have probably noticed that you are spending more at the check out counter. A lot more! When I was first married, I could purchase enough food for two of us for $30 a week. I spend a lot more to feed us in 2011 than I did in 1976. When I teach money management classes, one of the biggest surprises for families is when they calculate how much they spend on food. People then want to know how to save money on food to help keep their budget in balance. Most articles on cutting costs in grocery stores focus on the obvious: don’t shop when you are hungry, make a list, plan a weekly menu, shop alone, purchase food in season, consider purchasing store brands of items when they are cheaper, use coupons and check sale fliers before you head to the store. These ideas are great suggestions to follow when shopping for our families.
However, today’s food recommendations emphasize healthy eating, following the www.chooseMyPlate.gov guideline recommendations to reduce sugar, salt and fat and marketing efforts to eat local foods. These bring new challenges to buying enough food to feed your family. Consider the following suggestions before you head out to the grocery store next time. It really is helpful to make a list before you head out to shop. Check your storage areas to determine what you already have then think about what you actually need to buy. Check way in the back of your cabinets. Is there food that you have forgotten you already have? Make a plan to use that food soon. If you can’t figure out what to cook, check out some of the on-line recipe sites that ask for a list of ingredients so it can then come up with recipes using those foods. A source of new recipes might be recipefinder.nal.usda.gov You may not want to post a weekly menu on
the family fridge, but the reality is that we often eat the same foods over and over. Therefore it makes sense that you buy the same foods week after week. Consider buying larger sizes of those foods that are staples. You can often find pasta and rice in larger sizes. Make sure that what you purchase is actually cheaper that a smaller size of the same item by comparing unit prices — generally posted on the grocery shelves. If you shop in a store that sells large case lots, pull out your cell phone and use the calculator function to find the cheapest size to buy. One article on shopping tips mentions that you should purchase whole items. It’s much cheaper to buy whole food and cut it up, than to purchase cut up fruits and vegetables sold in its own container. Look for sales on larger sizes of pork for example (often in 9 or 10 pound cuts) and make your own boneless chops and roasts. Date the packages and put the extra in the freezer for future use.
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When trying to make healthier food choices, stay away from packaged food products. It might be easier to buy a pound of ground meat and add it to the contents of a box, but take a look at the nutrition label on the side of the package. Many have high levels of fat and sodium and calories. Consider downloading ‘How to Make a Casserole from What’s on Hand’ http://bit.ly/rf0AkV from University of Nebraska’s Extension Educator Alice Henneman. This handout takes some of the guess work out of the age old question “What’s for Dinner?” and is a great take on new ways to use leftovers. Families who track their expenses have discovered that it is generally cheaper to make food at home then to purchase pre-cooked food, whether from the grocery store, or restaurant. The average family spends between
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If the possibility of having your information compromised online on Facebook or Myspace scares you, you’re not alone. But if you want a place to keep in touch with friends and relatives, what do you do? Sending individual e-mails has its limitations — several people can’t talk to each other at the same time. Sharing pictures of your grandchildren online is risky — very — because you don’t know where those photos will end up. If there’s a family event, you end up sending multiple e-mails to everyone.
Enter Chattertree, an online site that appears to be very safe and private. Instead of being a social online network, it’s a family and friends network. On Chattertree you can: • Create private family or friends “rooms,” even multiple rooms, perhaps one for family and one for friends. • Track dates with the calendar. • Be alerted quickly to important family events. Chatterbox has been certified as a TRUSTe Kid Privacy site, which means it’s a safe online environment for your grandchildren. Chattertree is free. Go to www.chattertree.com and look around. (c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.
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New year, new you! Many people invest time and energy in losing weight after the holidays. If you’re one of them, the most important thing to remember is to adopt healthy habits that last. Glenda Kinder, nutrition and health education specialist with University of Missouri Extension, suggests working on habits that result in both health benefits and weight loss. Weight-lossonly diets don’t work because they focus on avoiding forbidden foods, not on enjoying delicious, nutritious foods. When making diet changes, keep it simple. Focus on making different choices and examine the types of food you typically eat. Instead of highly processed foods made from white flour, look for ways to eat more whole-grain foods. It’s never been easier to find a tasty, whole-grain product in breads, cereals, crackers and other grain foods. One of the best ways to satisfy your appetite is to eat a lean, healthy protein at each meal. Healthy proteins like chicken or turkey breast, fish, lean red meat, whey protein and nonfat dairy can help you stay on your diet plan. For some meals, choose a vegetable protein like nuts, beans, tofu or edamame. In general, a protein serving should not be more than the size and thickness of the palm of your hand. Proteins take longer for your body to digest, so you feel full longer. A meal high in protein and plant foods can prevent cravings for up to four hours. Another practice for a healthy diet is to eat two colors at every meal. This means eating two or more servings of plants — the fresher and more colorful the better — morning, noon and night. Although juice is a healthy choice, it’s
best to limit the amount consumed to no more than 3/4 cup a day. You’re better off eating the whole fruit — it’s more satisfying and provides more fiber. There’s nothing like fresh produce for improving health and achieving weight loss. Vegetables are more important than fruits, so try to have at least one vegetable at each meal. If you follow these simple guidelines and incorporate great recipes like my Chicken and Apples with Lemon Balsamic Sauce, you can control hunger, and you’ll give your body the disease-fighting nutrients it needs.
Chicken and Apples with Lemon Balsamic Sauce Chicken breast meat is a healthy but rather bland source of protein. Pairing lean chicken with apples and spinach in this flavorful lemon balsamic sauce showcases each ingredient and provides you with a lean protein, fruit and a vegetable in one dish. 4 chicken breast halves with the skin but no bone (about 1 1/4 pounds) 1 1/2 tablespoons poultry seasoning 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Cooking-oil spray 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup canned reduced-sodium chicken broth or chicken stock 1/2 teaspoon agave syrup 1 large Jonagold or Mutsu apple (8 oz.), cut in half, cored and sliced thinly 1 (16 ounce) bag triple-washed baby spinach 1 tablespoon whipped butter 1. Season chicken on both sides with 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning, salt and pepper. 2. Spray a large skillet with the cooking-oil spray and heat on high until hot; reduce heat to medium-high and add the chicken breasts, skin side down.
Saute for 6 minutes or until the skin is nicely browned. Transfer with tongs or a slotted spoon to a plate and cover loosely with aluminum foil. 3. Turn the heat to high. Mix the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of poultry seasoning, vinegar, lemon juice and zest, garlic, broth and syrup in skillet until well-blended. Bring sauce to a boil. 4. Turn heat to low and add butter, stirring until it melts. Add apples and half the bag of spinach and stir. Simmer for 6 minutes and add remaining spinach. Simmer another 3 minutes, until the apples soften and the sauce reduces slightly. 5. Add chicken, skin side up, to the pan, along with any juices from the chicken plate. Cook 12 to 14 minutes over medium heat, or until chicken is just cooked through. Transfer chicken to each of 4 plates and top each serving with some of the sauce. Serve with
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Give back to the farmers Hello, I’m Haley Groat and I am 18 years old. I currently attend Morrisville State College. I am a freshman and also the 2011-2012 Delaware County dairy princess. The question I am most frequently asked is why do you want to be a dairy princess, since you are not from a dairy farm? I always smile and say that growing up with a father that transports and delivers milk has given me great respect for the farmer’s way of life. I have seen how the dairy industry touched the lives of so many small businesses and people. It provided jobs to farmers and their children, it opened feed stores and grocery markets and it’s what fuels our mornings every single day. I know my cereal wouldn’t taste the same without a delicious serving of milk. My father has been in the dairy industry for 30 years now, and I am the granddaughter of a dairy farmer so I know how hard the life of a farmer can be. Being dairy princess gives me the chance to represent all the hard working farmers and people who work in the dairy industry. And it is my pleasure to give back to them what they have given to all of us. I have been diligently working as dairy princess through school programs, parades, bank visits, farm This week’s Sudoku Solution
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meetings, Ice cream socials and in the great Delaware county fair. My favorite part of being dairy princess was the (fuel up to play 60) program I did with the Walton middle school’s fun and fitness program. I also got the opportunity to talk to the football team about refueling with chocolate milk and how it helps their bodies after a hard workout. I am also working with the Walton school to get a milk vending machine to promote healthier choices instead of soda and PowerAde that contain lots of sugars. I would like to thank all you farmers that wake early in the morning to provide the products our community thrives on. I would also like to thank you for working 7 days a week and 365 days a year to put nature’s most perfect drink on tables all across America. Being a Dairy Princess to me is not about the crown or the sash but for the reason and ability to give children a chance to hear about the importance of having dairy in their diet. And furthermore to give back to the hardworking farmers that work hard so we don’t have to. The Delaware County Dairy Princess program is made possible through the support of the American Dairy Association and Dairy Council.
Top five tips to keep your brain fit (NAPSA) — Maintaining better brain health may be easier than you think. The good news is that there are practical steps you can take to enhance the way your brain functions. Following a few tips will help you remember more, think faster and perform better at work, school and in everyday life. Five keys Here are five keys to improving brain health: 1. Eat right. Just as your body needs proper nutrients to function, so too does your brain. Fuel your brain by eating lots of fruits and vegetables, which contain antioxidants such as vitamins C and E that help prevent cell damage. Include some good fats such as omega-3 fatty acids in your diet-found in fish and shellfish, they constitute important building blocks in the brain. And make sure you drink plenty of water to flush out toxins and keep your brain hydrated. 2. Exercise your body. Regular physical exercise can help keep your brain fit by promoting increased levels of brain chemicals and more efficient blood circulation, which is vital to removing cellular waste and delivering nutrients needed by the brain. What’s more, studies have found that physical exercise stimulates the production of new brain cells. 3. Be social. Humans are social creatures and our brains have evolved to seek out social contact. Studies have reported that an active social life appears to delay age-related memory loss. Researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health found that individuals in their 50s and 60s who engage in a great deal of social activity had the slowest rate of memory decline, and researchers at Kaiser Permanente found that women with active social lives were half as likely to suffer from dementia. 4. Get good sleep. Sleep plays an important role in memory formation. Your brain uses sleep to process and make sense of the day, consolidate memories and even generate creative new ideas. Poor sleep can lead to an imbalance in brain chemicals, resulting in depression or cognitive deficits in processing speed, attention, memory and reasoning. A few simple changes in lifestyle, such as getting proper exercise, cutting out caffeine, relaxing before bedtime and drinking in moderation, can often help improve your quality of sleep. 5. Exercise your brain. The best exercises for your brain are new challenges that use different parts of your brain and increase in difficulty as you
improve on tasks. For instance, you can learn a foreign language and then use it among native speakers, or take on a new type of dancing that exercises both the body and the brain. You can also exercise your brain with training programs such as Lumosity.com that are designed specifically to improve brain function. Described as a “gym for the brain,” the site offers personalized training programs and engaging exercises designed to improve core cognitive processes. The site is also available on several mobile application platforms. To learn more, visit www.lumosity.com.
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Make your home “bone healthy”: simple tips to help avoid falls at home (NAPSA) — Did you know that one out of three adults age 65 and older falls each year, putting themselves at risk for injury and even broken bones? And rates of fall-related fractures among older women are more than twice those for men. Avoiding falls is important for people of all ages, but it is especially important for the nearly eight million women who experience postmenopausal osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a disease where bones become brittle and are more likely to break. For women with postmenopausal osteoporosis, a fall may mean fractured or broken bones. That is why taking precautions to avoid falls is key to staying healthy. With a few simple steps, you can help make sure your house is safer for bone-healthy living. Making changes in your bathroom, living room and kitchen — such as removing throw rugs — can make a big difference. Also, staying alert and focused, remember to wear well-fitting shoes with good treads and using night-lights are all easy ways you lower your chances of falling. “Every year, more than 80,000 people fall in their homes and end up in the emergency room,” said Barbara Dehn, nurse practitioner at the Women Physicians Ob/Gyn Medical Group, Mountain View, CA. “Doing things like cleaning up spills right away or removing cords from open spaces can help avoid the accidents that cause fractured bones.”
Along with helping to make your home safer, there are other key components to good bone health. Exercising and eating a balanced diet with the recommended amount of calcium and vitamin D are part of a well-rounded bone health routine. There are also medicines you can take to improve bone health, so it’s important to talk to your doctor about a treatment that may be right for you. Simple tips for around the house Bathroom: • Install grab bars • Use nonskid bath mats and remove throw rugs (in the bathroom and anywhere in the home) • Use night-lights Living Room: • Keep floors free of clutter (in the living room and anywhere in the home) • Avoid cords (especially ones that have frayed) • Be sure all carpets and area rugs have skidproof backing or are tacked to the floor Kitchen/Laundry Room: • Clean up spills immediately • Put away dryer sheets • Avoid climbing on counters to reach items at the back of a cabinet With a few simple steps, you can make your house safer for bone-healthy living. To learn more visit www.bonehealth.com.
Confetti egg scramble Prep Time: 20 minutes Refrigeration Time: 8 hours or overnight Cook Time: about 55 minutes Makes: 8 servings Cooking spray 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup diced red peppers 1 cup diced green peppers 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 tablespoon minced garlic 8 cups hearty French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 cups chopped reduced sodium sautéed ham 3 cups fat free half and half 8 eggs 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1. SPRAY a 13 x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray; set aside. 2. MELT butter in a large skillet on medium-high heat. COOK and STIR peppers and onion 3 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. During last 2 minutes of cooking, STIR in garlic. 3. PLACE bread cubes in prepared baking dish. SPRINKLE cooked vegetables and ham over bread. 4. COMBINE half and half and eggs in large bowl
until blended. STIR in cheese. POUR egg mixture over top of casserole mixture, lightly pressing liquid into mixture. COVER casserole with plastic wrap. REFIGERATE several hours of overnight. 5. PREHEAT oven to 350°F. REMOVE plastic wrap from casserole. BAKE 50 minutes or until puffy and knife inserted near center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. OR: Substitute mozzarella cheese for the cheddar. Sprinkle casserole with 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese during last 15 minutes of baking, if desired. Nutrition information per serving (1/8th of the recipe): 386 calories; 19g total fat; 10g saturated fat; 1g polyunsaturated fat; 6g monounsaturated fat; 230mg cholesterol; 770mg sodium; 27g carbohydrate; 2g dietary fiber; 23g protein; 1275.3IU Vitamin A; 33.2IU Vitamin D; 69.4mcg folate; 335.1mg calcium; 2.4mg iron; 39.1mg choline. This recipe is an excellent source of protein, Vitamin A and calcium, and a good source of folate and iron. Source: VIrginia Egg Council
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