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OUR TOWNE GUILDERLAND MID-AUGUST 2019

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September Guilderland’s Gathering Place Tues. Sept. 3 @ 1-6 pm AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE

Walk-ins welcome, or go to www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donationtime to pre-register. Donors receive a free canvas tote bag while supplies last.

Wed. Sept. 4 @ 6:30 pm EASY & QUICK PICKLED VEGETABLES It’s pickling season! If you’d like to enjoy fresh vegetables longer term without hardcore canning, come to the library and learn how to pickle mixed vegetables. (R)

Thurs. Sept. 5 @ 6:30 pm MOVIE SCREENING: SHAZAM!

We all have a superhero inside us, it just takes a bit of magic to bring it out. In Billy Batson’s case, by shouting out one word - SHAZAM - this streetwise fourteen-yearold foster kid can turn into the grown-up superhero Shazam. Rated PG-13.

Thurs. Sept. 5 @ 7 pm GPL GREAT BOOKS

We meet monthly to discuss works that are considered the classics of world literature. Our pick for September: Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut.

Sun. Sept. 8 @ 10 am-2 pm GPL POPS UP AT THE GUILDERLAND FARMER’S MARKET

We’ll be joining local and regional farmers, crafters, artists, and food artisans at this community marketplace located on Route 155 behind Star Plaza. Be sure to stop by and visit with us!

Mon. Sept. 9 @ 10:30 am BABY YOGA & DEVELOPMENTAL MOVEMENT

Rebecca Morris-Kencsan, L.M.T, M.A will teach exercises designed to strengthen growing muscles, aid in digestion, promote better sleep patterns and support infants throughout their growth and development. We’ll assist our little ones into yoga poses paired with developmental exercises, guided movement, song and play. Moms, Dads and caregivers are welcome! Babies must be 1-12 months old with their caregiver. (R)

Mon. Sept. 10 @ 4-7 pm UHLS LIBRARY EXPEDITION PARTY AT THE CROSSINGS

Did you have fun during the Library Expedition? We did too! Come visit the Upper Hudson libraries all over again at The Crossings in Colonie. There will be doughnuts, cider, activities for kids, and a whole lot of fun! Be sure to stop by the GPL table too. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the evening with us.

Wed. Sept. 11 @ 2-4:15 pm E-BOOK OFFICE HOURS

Want to get free library books or magazines on your iPhone or Kindle? Ask us how! Sign up today for a one-on-one session with a librarian expert. Please bring your library card and your device to the appointment. Devices we can cover: Kindle and Kindle Fire; Nook; iPhone or iPad; Android tablets; laptops. (R)

Wed. Sept. 11 @ 6 pm-8 pm DROP-IN GENEALOGY

Professional Genealogist and Guilderland resident Lisa Dougherty is available for free family history consultations and advice on a drop-in basis from 6-8 pm the second Wednesday of each month. Stop by for help getting started on researching your family tree, or making progress if you’ve hit an impasse.

Thurs. Sept. 12 @ 3:30 pm GPL ADVENTURES: PAPER PLANES AND BOOMERANGS

It’s time for a high-flying adventure as you create your very own paper airplanes and boomerangs! Experiment with different materials and designs to fashion the furthest-flying plane and the best boomerang. Weather permitting, we’ll test our models outside. Grades 3-5. (R)

Sat. Sept. 14 @ 10 am-4 pm BETTER BOOKS SALE

Grab a few goodies or fill a bag or two with fabulous finds at our monthly Better Books Sale. Various mediums (books, DVDs, CDs) for a small price equals big savings!

Sat. Sept. 14 @ 10:30 am NI HAO MR. MOON: A BILINGUAL FAMILY STORYTIME

Celebrate the autumn moon festival with a storytime for the whole family in both Mandarin and English.

ALL MONTH: THE LIBRARY IS CLOSED SUNDAY 9/1 AND MONDAY 9/2 (LABOR DAY WEEKEND)

Wed. Sept. 18 @ 6:30 pm INDIAN COOKING IN THE INSTANT POT / PRESSURE COOKER

Awaken your taste buds with samples of chutney, curry and garam masala featured in fragrant traditional rice, dahl and vegetable dishes - all prepared in one pot to save time, money and energy. Learn how recipes can be converted for a slow cooker or Dutch oven. Our instructor is Karen Roberts Mort, Association Resource Educator with Cornell Cooperative Extension - Albany County. (R)

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Mon. Sept. 16 @ 3:30 pm GPL SPROUTS: TASTE BUDS

Mad Science is back! Discover the biology behind your taste buds and take home your very own taste test kit! Kids will get handson with magnifiers, model tongues and mirrors to see what their own tongues look like, and try out some fun and surprising experiments. Pre-K-Grade 2. (R)

Mon. Sept. 16 @ 7:30 pm NIGHT OWLS BOOK GROUP

Join us to discuss a different book every month – either the “Night Owls” session on Monday evening 9/16, or “Day Larks” on Tuesday afternoon 9/17. Books are available at the reference desk. September’s selection: The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah.

Tues. Sept. 17 @ 2 pm DAY LARKS BOOK GROUP

DROP-IN KNIT & STITCH: MONDAYS 10:00 am--12:00 pm TUESDAYS 12:00--2:00 pm

Thurs. Sept. 19 @ 6:30 pm MOVIE SCREENING: WILD ROSE

TEEN TECH TUESDAYS – 3:30-5 pm 1:1 tech help; please call to make an appointment

Fri. Sept. 20 @ 11 am PLAYDATE JAM!

STORY TIMES

Fresh out of prison, a musician from Glasgow dreams of becoming a Nashville star in this 2019 film. Rated R.

Come hang out with us at this fun musicthemed playdate! Let’s make some music, meet friends and more. Classes combine early literacy development skills and imaginative play with age-appropriate activities that introduce musical concepts. Caregivers will remain for the entire program. Ages 2-5 years, with younger siblings welcome. (R)

Starting Sept. 17: Baby Bookworms

Sun. Sept. 22 @ 2 pm GPL SUNDAY CONCERT SERIES: OLD TIME DANCE BAND

Starting Sept. 18: Preschool Drop-In Story Time

Tuesdays @ 10:30 am Birth – 18 months with caregiver

Toddler Time

Tuesdays & Wednesdays @ 10:30 am 19 – 36 months with caregiver

Relive the nostalgic Big Band era, or discover this mood-inducing music afresh as this eclectic ensemble performs Dixieland, Hot Sat. Sept. 14 @ 10 am-6 pm and Early Swing-style classics. Bring the GPL POPS UP AT THE CAPITAL REGION Jazz extended family to enjoy this captivating APPLE & WINE FESTIVAL concert, capturing a simpler time of complex We’ll be at the Altamont Fairgrounds for this musicianship that all ages will appreciate. fall event favorite once again this year. Stop by our booth and grab some free books! Tues. Sept. 24 @ 6:30 pm Need help downloading library e-books? We CURLY HAIR CARE: A WORKSHOP FOR can help! We’ll have crafts for the kids too.

Mon. Sept. 16 @ 10:30 am BABY YOGA & DEVELOPMENTAL MOVEMENT

NO PROGRAMS SUNDAY 9/29 AND MONDAY 9/30 IN OBSERVANCE OF ROSH HASHANA

Wednesdays & Thursdays @ 10:30 am Ages 3-5 with caregiver

Starting Sept. 19: Waddler Time

Fridays @ 10:30 am Walkers – 24 months with caregiver When Guilderland Central School District is not in session, we do not hold story time.

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An overwhelming number of products and tools flood the market, promising to tame and transform your child’s naturally-curly hair. The challenge is choosing the right option, as well as routinely devoting time toward the seemingly lengthy haircare ritual. This workshop will help you simplify the entire process, so that both you and your child can embrace their beautiful hair. Presented by Coiled: A Textured Salon. (R)

Wed. Sept. 25 @ 2-4:15 pm E-BOOK OFFICE HOURS

Thurs. Sept. 26 @ 6:30 pm UKULELE JAM

Uke players of all skill levels are welcome. Whether you only know a few chords or are an accomplished strummer, join our jam sessions to play some music with others and have a bit of fun. Bring your own ukulele (or check one out from us!). No registration required, just drop in.

Fri. Sept. 25 @ 7 pm AUTUMN HONEY TASTING

If you’re looking to cut back on sugar but still crave a bit of sweetness, honey may fill the bill as a healthier alternative. Honey has a lower glycemic index and contains nutrients and antioxidants, and daily use of local honey may lessen allergy symptoms. Sample several delicious varieties of honey to determine Wed. Sept. 25 @ 7 pm your favorite, and COOKBOOK CLUB - ORANGE BLOSSOM learn how bees produce it and AND HONEY: MAGICAL MOROCCAN the beekeeper RECIPES FROM THE SOUKS harvests it. Embark on a culinary journey across Sweet! (R) Morocco, from the souks of Marrakesh, through the Sahara, and onto the windswept shores of the Atlantic with this month’s Cookbook Club selection. Come in and select one or two recipes you’d like to make from the copy available at the Adult Reference Desk. Then bring your dish on 9/25 to share. One lucky participant will go home with a copy of the cookbook! (R)

All events listed are free and take place at Guilderland Public Library, 2228 Western Avenue, Guilderland, NY 12084. For more information, please call (518) 456-2400; or visit guilderlandlibrary.org. Also, sign up for our e-newsletter on top of our home page to stay informed!

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Bright Days Ahead By Tim Wiles, Library Directory

It’s that bittersweet time of year. On the one hand, we may feel like we’re reaching our limit of seasonal picnics and excursions. The pool isn’t looking quite as pristine and crystal-clear as it did in June. The lawn has lost some luster, and the garden has reached its peak. Yet, the dog days are curled up around us like a faithful friend, and they’re sticking close. Good! Isn’t this what we live for most of the year here in the Northeast? If we’re feeling a little bit maxed out on the adventurous aspects of summer, yet wondering how much more fun we can possibly cram into this short season while we still can, that’s a good problem to have. A less spontaneous existence is just around the corner for many of us. For kids, however, this stage of the summer can start to drag on a bit. The novelty of carefree days has worn off, and perhaps they are actually craving the social aspects and predictable routine of school (though they might not readily admit it). Our “Universe of Stories” Summer Reading Program is drawing to a close, too. So it’s important to keep them engaged, encourage them to keep reading, and bring them to the library on a regular basis. We stand ready to nurture lifelong learners at all ages and stages. “Feelin’ Groovy” Gala – Sept. 28 We’re anticipating a fabulous evening for our fifth annual Library Gala, happening Sat. Sept. 28 evening at Albany Country Club. This event is sponsored by the Guilderland Library Foundation, a group of dedicated volunteers who fundraise to support programming, collections, and other improvements to the library. The honorees for this year are former Guilderland Public Library Board Trustee and 2018 Upper Hudson Library Association Trustee of the Year Chris Aldrich, and Susan Novotny, owner of the Book House in Stuyvesant Plaza.

To add your name to this fabulous list of supporters, contact Guilderland Library Foundation President Steve Wacksman at Wacksman20@gmail.com, or contact me at wilest@guilderlandlibrary.org or at the library. We greatly value these vital community partnerships and thank you for your support! We’re also looking for couples and individuals to augment their support of the library by serving on the Honorary Committee, at a cost of $100 per ticket, which includes your meal. Honorary Committee tickets can be purchased by mailing a check payable to the Guilderland Library Foundation to their mailbox here at the library: 2228 Western Avenue, Guilderland, NY 12084. Lastly, we’re looking for bid-worthy items and experiences to be showcased in our live auction. Examples from past galas include weekends or weeks at summer homes or Manhattan apartments, tickets to Broadway Shows, concerts, sporting events, and the like. All donations are sincerely appreciated! Regular tickets to the Gala are priced at $75 each and sell out very quickly. Please plan to join us at the Library Foundation’s biggest fundraising event of the year! Help Wanted Free personal income tax counseling is available through the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program. Now in its 51st year, Tax-Aide has helped more than 68 million low- and moderate-income taxpayers nationwide. You don’t have to be an AARP member, and there’s no age requirement to get tax help from IRS-certified volunteers, though many recipients tend to be age 50 and up. We serve about 500 people here at the library during tax season through this program. There’s an opening for an AARP Tax-Aide Local Coordinator (a volunteer position) to oversee this vital program here in 2020. The commitment is Mondays and Saturdays, February through midApril, with the following specific duties beginning in late fall: ·

“Feelin’ Groovy” is this year’s theme, and attendees are welcome to come dressed in 1960s or 1970s-themed attire. A local DJ will be playing catchy tunes and encouraging everyone to dance the night away. We hope you’ll join us for the festive fun!

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We’d like to welcome and thank our newest sponsors:

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· The William Coons Team at Howard Hanna Real Estate - $500 Bestseller Level · Expressive Journeys Music Therapy - $500 Bestseller Level · Butler Rowland Mays Architects, LLP - $500 Bestseller Level · The Bombardier Family - $250 Novella Level They join our aforementioned supporters, with our gratitude: · Troy Miller Construction/CM Fox Realty - $2,000 Masterpiece Level · Jaeger & Flynn - $1,000 Classic Level · The Rosenblum Companies - $1,000 Classic Level · Crossgates Mall - $500 Bestseller Level · Girvin & Ferlazzo - $500 Bestseller Level · The Ten Eyck Group - $500 Bestseller Level · Carter Conboy Law Firm - $250 Novella Level

scheduling site availability, volunteer assignments and tax prep appointments communicating effectively with all stakeholders resolving problems and issues that may occur developing a working knowledge of program policies and procedures keeping strict confidentiality of client information maintaining and ordering supplies

The Local Coordinator must attend training December/January and pass IRS certification, but does not need to be certified as a tax preparer. If you’d like to find out more about volunteering for this position, please contact Jerry Seeley, District Coordinator (jseeley1018@gmail.com; 518-477-8181). Thank you for your interest in the Tax Aide Program. Speaking of 2020 – our country has a Census to complete next year. Libraries will play a key role in this process; more on that in a future column. Meanwhile…the summer sun is starting to wane. But rest assured, there are bright days ahead.

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notes from the SUPERVISOR’S OFFICE 5209 Western Ave, Guilderland • (518) 356-1980 • www.townofguilderland.org Guilderland, NY - I hope you are enjoying this summer weather and are visiting your Town’s parks and open space! The Town parks host a wide-range of sports including lacrosse, soccer, flag football, softball, baseball, and cricket. The Town continues making progress towards meeting the goals of the Comprehensive Plan and neighborhood studies by creating a network of pedestrian and bicycle connections linking residential neighborhoods to businesses, schools, library, and parks. Town contracted engineers are now designing the layout of the planned sidewalk on Western Avenue linking Regency Park and Hamilton Square to the Guilderland Library. The sidewalk’s construction is 80% funded by a $680,000 grant and is expected to occur next spring. Engineers are also working on the design of the West Old State Road sidewalk linking Carman Road and Lynnwood Elementary School. This sidewalk project is 80% funded by a $297,000 grant and is scheduled for construction in late 2020. Summer is also paving season, and I appreciate your patience with detours and road closures. The Town Highway Department has an active in-house paving program which continues to save the Town substantial dollars by acquiring and maintaining a used paver and roller to pave Town roads. This season, and weather permitting, the Highway Department plans to pave Nott Road, Foundry Road, and access roads and parking areas at Town facilities. Later this month, DOT anticipates awarding a paving contract for Carman Road from Western Avenue to Coons Road. There is a possibility that this part of Carman Road will be paved in the current construction season. The Town may soon have its first roundabout. On Tuesday, September 24th from 6pm to 8pm at Pine Bush Elementary School, DOT is holding a public information session on its planned improvements to the Carman Road/Lydius Street intersection. In considering the proposed intersection improvement, DOT performed a cost-benefit analysis and is now considering a roundabout instead of new left turn lanes. At the session, DOT will share project details including a conceptual intersection layout, proposed new sidewalks, detour options, and estimated construction schedules. The Town secured an additional $250,000 in grant funding from Assemblyperson Pat Fahy which will extend DOT’s planned sidewalk to reach Coons Road and Pine Bush Elementary School. The Town is in the very early stages of considering whether to participate in the Community Choice Aggregation program, a bulk electricity purchasing program for residents and small businesses. The CCA’s goal is to provide lower electric rates, price stability, and renewable energy options through a competitive bidding process for new electric suppliers. CCA uses an opt-out model in which residences and small businesses are automatically enrolled unless they opt-out. National Grid would remain as the billing and energy delivery company, and be responsible for service issues. The Town has just begun consideration 4

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of the CCA program and will soon post information on the Town website. You can also obtain more information about the program at www.nyserda.ny.gov.

Peter G. Barber - Town Supervisor

Earlier this year, the Town Board unanimously approved the Water Department’s request for increased water rates to facilitate upgrades and operational requirements. The rate increases -- the first in over 10 years -- are necessary for the Water Department to keep pace with expensive Federal and State regulatory mandates, to meet growing water demands by expanding water sources, and to fund everincreasing costs to purchase, treat and deliver quality water. The Water Department also recently embarked upon several long-planned large-scaled infrastructure replacement projects and upgrades for water treatment, storage and delivery. The Water Department is preparing for the replacement of all water meters in 2020. The 2019 Water rate schedule can be viewed on the Water Department web page and will begin with the October 2019 bills. The Altamont Fair returns to the Altamont Fairgrounds from Tuesday, August 13th to Sunday, August 18th. Please take the time to enjoy the rides, amusements, exhibits and shows at your hometown fair. On Sunday, August 18th, beginning at 6:30pm, UAlbany Athletics is hosting its 2nd annual Community Appreciation Night at Casey Stadium with a free evening of lawn games, football toss, soccer shooting contests, and other fun activities for families. At 7:30pm, the movie Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse will be shown on the stadium’s video board. Information about this year’s event including the required free print-at-home tickets, and details about free parking at SEFCU Arena, is available by searching “Community Appreciation” at www.ualbanysports.com. The Guilderland Food Pantry is seeking your help in fulfilling its mission to serve families in the Town who rely upon the Pantry for supplemental food. If you operate a local business, neighborhood association or other organization, please consider hosting a food drive with your employees, members, customers, and clients. The Pantry, which is based at Christ’s Church, 4 Charles Boulevard, also has donation boxes for non-perishable food items and sundries at Town Hall, Tawasentha Park’s pool house, and Guilderland Public Library. If you have any questions or are interested in volunteering, please contact the Pantry at (518) 930-1001 or guildfoodpantry79@gmail.com. Thank you again for taking the time to read these notes and, upon behalf of the Town and its employees, I hope that you continue to enjoy the summer season. Peter G. Barber, Town Supervisor

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Start the School Year Off With a Big Smile Guilderland, NY - The first day of school is a big deal! Along with the first day jitters, comes the new clothes, shoes, backpacks, lunchboxes, haircuts, seeing old friends, making new friends, and getting to know the teacher. Parents are at the forefront for providing the things their children need to make the first day of school as memorable, and unstressful as possible. Even having their children smile for their first day of school picture before the school bus arrives in the morning to capture the moment is a big deal. The most important thing that gets overlooked though, is actually focusing on their child’s smile. Is their child up to date with their dental exams? Back to-school time is the perfect time to incorporate good oral health habits into a child’s daily routine and a dental exam should be part of the back-to-school checklist.

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Children as early as the age of 3 should see a dentist twice a year. Getting a dental checkup during the school-age years is vital, due to all of the changes occurring in the mouth. Such as, getting in baby teeth, then losing baby teeth, to getting in permanent teeth. When children’s teeth are left untreated for too long, tooth decay can occur, which can impair a child’s ability to eat, speak, sleep and learn. Tooth decay is still the most common chronic childhood disease. Be sure to establish and demonstrate daily brushing habits with your children. Children should brush at least twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush and toothpaste containing fluoride, with daily flossing. Let’s keep those school absences down due to preventable tooth decay.

Make good nutrition a top priority

Parents will need to stay on top of what goes into their child’s mouth, even when they are in school. If you pack your child’s lunch every day or have them buy one at school, be sure to choose the healthy options, with fruits and vegetables. Check out what the school is serving for lunch every day. Help your child choose a salad or yogurt over nachos and pizza. Studies show that only 1 in 5 school-age children eats the recommended five daily servings of fruits and vegetables – greatly increasing their risk of cavities. In addition, fall sports are on the horizon, with try-outs and practices beginning the first week of school. Many school age children go straight to their sporting events after school, and turn to the quick option of sugary foods and drinks from a vending machine. This can be disastrous to children’s oral health. Pack bite-sized snacks, such as celery, broccoli, carrots, fruits, nuts and bottled water. These are much better choices for after-school snacks and give children the proper nutrients they need to fuel their physical activities. And, less tooth decay. Win, win!!

Be Aware of Your Child’s Sleep, Facial Appearance, and Behavior this year

As parents know, children need to get a full night of sleep. Did you ever watch your child sleep? What have you noticed? Do they mouth breathe, snore or have noisy sleep, have night terrors, wet the bed, toss, turn, thrash and have restless sleep, or have messy sheets and blankets? How about their facial appearance? Do they have dark circles or allergic “black eyes, open or slackmouthed posture, crooked teeth, chronic nasal discharge/runny nose, chronic ear infections or frequent earaches? Do they fall asleep in school, or awaken in the morning feeling un-refreshed and tired? If you have answered yes to one or more of these, your child may have an undiagnosed Sleep Breathing Disorder. That is why it is crucial to have dental checkups with a dentist that is trained in dental sleep medicine, such as Dr. Oshins. For a limited time, Dr. Oshins will accept this Complimentary Exam Coupon so you may get your child examined. With the exam, he may get a better idea of what is going on with your child’s sleep, which ultimately can be affecting their health. Sleep is absolutely necessary for the proper growth and development of your child. This will be a great time to start the new school year off to a fresh start with keeping up with dental checkups.

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CAN I PACK THE KIDS? by Margaret C. Tabak

Guilderland, NY - When you look around at your friends and co-workers, how many people grew up in the Capital District, and how many have moved here from somewhere else? How many people meet romantic interests on-line who live in a different part of the country (or world!)? While we live in a mobile and transient society, this does not apply when parents are apart. Traditionally, in order to move a parent had to prove “exceptional circumstances” such as economic necessity or serious health issues. This standard was revolutionized in 1996 when the Court of Appeals moved the standard to a “best interest” test 1. The Court held that the factors that must be looked at include, but are not limited to: • •

each parent’s reasons for seeking or opposing the move the quality of the relationships between the child and the custodial and noncustodial parents • the impact of the move on the quantity and quality of the child’s future contact with the noncustodial parent • the degree to which the custodial parent’s and child’s life may be enhanced economically, emotionally and educationally by the move, and • the feasibility of preserving the relationship between the noncustodial parent and the child through suitable visitation arrangements. “In the end, it is for the Court to determine, based on all of the proof, whether it has been established by a preponderance of the evidence that a proposed relocation would serve the child’s best interests.” 2 Relocation cases are the most difficult to settle as there is no compromise. If one parent wants to move to California from Albany, you cannot simply meet half way and agree that they will both move to Chicago! The case law in the years since Tropea is far reaching and extremely subjective as each judge must determine what is in the child’s best interest, while trying to provide the custodial parent a “fresh start,” and preserve the relationship between the child and the non-moving parent.

Since 1996 custody arrangements have changed dramatically and more families have an equal (or close to it) sharing of time. An established arrangement where the non-moving parent spends significant time with the child will make it more difficult for the moving parent to go. For example, a mother’s request to move from Montgomery County to Kentucky to live with her new husband was denied, even though she was expecting his child; in that case, the Court reasoned that since the father had spent 6 out of 14 days with the child, had stable housing and employment, and was an involved and devoted parent, that “trumps” the mother’s desire to start a new life. 3 In summary, if you want to move it needs to be for a reason other than warm weather, a change of pace, or you want to try something new. On the other hand, if a parent wants to move without a child, you can’t stop him or her. Finally, if the parent of your child desires to relocate with the child, it is best to first consult with an experienced family law attorney so that you understand what your rights are and what the practical realities would be if you consented to the other parent’s relocation request.

Tropea v. Tropea 87 NY2d 727 (1996) See Above 3 Rose v. Buck 103 AD3d 957 (3dDept 2013) 1 2

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Take a Holistic Approach to Self-Care (Family Features) While you aim to live a full, happy life, achieving it starts with protecting your most valuable asset: your health. Though the pace of life and other external variables can hinder you from putting your health first, self-care should not be ignored. Proactively taking care of your physical and mental health is one of the best ways to ensure a longer, healthier life. Take charge of your overall well-being and make your health a priority through preventative measures that focus on both your body and mind. Practice relaxation techniques. Certain levels of stress in everyday life are normal, but high levels of stress over an extended period of time can take a toll on your physical and mental well-being, impacting your health and overall mood. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution to managing stress, but finding an activity that promotes relaxation and allows you to free your mind is a good place to start. Activities to consider include yoga, meditation, journaling or reading. Stay up-to-date on prescriptions. For many adults, prescription medication is a part of everyday life. Not only is it vital to remember to take your medication as prescribed each day, it’s also important to monitor your prescriptions and get refills in a timely manner so you don’t find yourself without a dose on any given day. If you’re beginning to find that refills are taking a toll on your wallet, look into discount programs in addition to prescription insurance, such as AARP Prescription Discounts provided by OptumRx, which let members save an average of 61% on approved prescriptions not covered by their current insurance. Eat well. Even if you consistently maintain a healthy weight, it’s good to pair it with a well-balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits and vegetables to ensure your body is receiving an ample supply of vitamins and nutrients. Try balancing each meal by including moderately portioned foods from each food group. Don’t forget to keep tabs on your water consumption as staying hydrated has numerous health benefits for your body, including keeping your skin moisturized and aiding in proper digestion. 14

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ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES FOR PETS By: Dr. Kim Leis-Keeling

Guilderland, NY - Have you ever considered taking your pet to have a spinal adjustment or even acupuncture by your veterinarian? Some people have a hard time accepting these treatments for themselves let alone for their pets. Just as alternative therapies have made tremendous advancements for humans over the past 50 years, they have for pets as well. My patients often comment on how they have to take their dog to get adjusted before an upcoming dog show or that the veterinarian is making a visit to the farm to adjust the horses. One of my patients is a veterinarian and he was telling me about this heel problem he was having with a particular horse. We talked about the anatomy of the horse and together we figured out a taping technique that might help the horse. He was thankful and so was the horse. She was able to walk without limping. (I love my job). For all the chiropractic skeptics out there who think the work we do is hocus pocus, a dog or a horse is not faking when they have improved movement or reduced pain after an adjustment or acupuncture. Why would someone consider alternative therapies for their pets? Basically for the same reasons that you or I may consider these services for ourselves. If you want alternative options for your health, other than drugs and surgeryâ&#x20AC;Śwe tend to look to see what else is out there. I recently spoke with a few

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local veterinarians regarding the most common conditions they utilize alternative treatments with animals. Some of the most common are aging animals that tend to have lameness or hard time getting up, performance dogs and horses that are jumping frequently, other musculoskeletal joint and muscle pain and back pain. They use holistic therapies for gastrointestinal issues, illness or aid in cancer treatments, quicker recovery from a surgery and overall longevity. Do all veterinarians provide alternative therapies for pets?

If you have further questions regarding alternative therapies for your pets contact one of the veterinary offices listed about. As always, you can call the Sports & Spinal Wellness Center for a questions regarding human chiropractic care at 518-869-3415. Please visit our website for more information at www.sportsandspinalwellness.com and like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sportsandspinalwellness. We would be happy to be a part of your healthcare team.

No. Veterinarians that perform spinal adjustment and acupuncture on animals must take additional course work through accredited organizations and hold specialized licenses to be able to do this type of work. I know there are more out there but here are a few that I spoke with that have been recommended by my patients.

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FULL SCHEDULE OF FALL SPORTS TRYOUTS

Tryouts for varsity and JV fall sports begin Monday, August 19. A full schedule of tryouts can be found below, in alphabetical order: Cheerleading – Varsity/JV: Monday-Thursday, Aug. 19-22, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., East Gym Cross Country – Boys Varsity/JV: Monday-Saturday, Aug. 19-24, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Tawasentha Park Cross Country – Boys Modified: Monday-Thursday, Aug. 26-30, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Tawasentha Park Cross Country – Girls Varsity/JV: Monday, Aug. 19, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; and Tuesday, Aug. 20, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Tawasentha Park Cross Country – Girls Modified: TBD Field Hockey – Varsity/JV: Monday-Wednesday, Aug. 19-21, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; Thursday, Aug. 22, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.; and Friday, Aug. 23, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Afrims Sports Park. First practice is Saturday, Aug. 24, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Field Hockey – Modified: Tuesday-Wednesday, Sept. 3-4, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday-Friday, Sept. 5-6, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., FMS Football – Varsity/JV: Monday-Thursday, Aug. 19-22, 8 a.m.. to 2 p.m.; Friday, Aug. 23, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 24, 8 a.m. to 12 noon; Monday-Tuesday, Aug. 26-27, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Wednesday, Aug. 28, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 29, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday, Aug. 30, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., GHS Practice Football Field; Saturday, Aug. 31, 10 a.m at Niskayuna.; Monday, Sept. 2, 8 a.m. to 12 noon; Tuesday-Thursday, Sept. 3-6, 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., GHS Practice Football Field. Football – Freshman: Monday-Saturday, Aug. 19-31, 9 a.m.. to 12 p.m.; Wednesday, Aug. 28, 12 noon to 8 p.m.; Monday, Sept. 2, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, GHS Practice Football Field. Football – Modified: Thursday-Saturday, Aug. 22-24, 9 a.m.. to 11 a.m., GHS Practice Football Field. Golf – Varsity/JV: Monday, Aug. 19, 9:30 a.m., 9 holes and Tuesday, Aug. 20, 9:30 a.m., 18 holes, Western Turnpike Golf Course Soccer – Boys Varsity/JV: Monday-Wednesday, Aug. 19-21, 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at GHS Track; and Monday-Wednesday, Aug. 19-21, 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. at GHS Soccer Field Soccer – Boys Freshman: Monday-Thursday, Aug. 26-29, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., GHS Soccer Field Soccer – Boys Modified: Monday-Thursday, Aug. 26-29, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., GHS Soccer Field Soccer – Girls Varsity/JV: Monday, Aug. 19, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m., GHS Soccer Field; Tuesday-Wednesday, Aug. 20-21, 8:15 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m., GHS Soccer Field Soccer – Girls Freshman: Wednesday-Friday, Aug. 28-30, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., GHS Soccer Field Soccer – Girls Modified: Wednesday-Friday, Aug. 28-30, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., GHS Soccer Field Swimming and Diving – Varsity: Monday, Aug. 19, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Voorheesville HS Pool Swimming and Diving (SWIMMING ONLY) – Varsity: Tuesday, Aug. 20, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., Voorheesville HS Pool Swimming and Diving (DIVING ONLY) – Varsity: Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Voorheesville HS Pool Swimming and Diving (SWIMMING ONLY) – Varsity: Wednesday, Aug. 21, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Voorheesville HS Pool Swimming and Diving (DIVING ONLY) – Varsity: Wednesday, Aug. 21, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.., Voorheesville HS Pool Swimming and Diving (SWIMMING ONLY) – Varsity: Thursday, Aug. 22, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m, Voorheesville HS Pool Swimming and Diving (DIVING ONLY) – Varsity: Thursday, Aug. 22, 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Voorheesville HS Pool Tennis – Varsity: Monday-Friday, Aug. 19-Aug. 23, 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., and Saturday OR Sunday, Aug. 24 or 25, TBD, GHS Tennis Courts Tennis – JV: Monday-Friday, Aug. 19-Aug. 23, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., GHS Tennis Courts Volleyball – Boys Varsity/JV: Monday-Friday, Aug. 19-23, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., East Gym Volleyball – Girls Varsity/JV: Monday-Friday, Aug. 19-23, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., West Gym Volleyball – Modified: Wednesday-Friday, Aug. 28-30, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., West Gym

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A plan is established by an account owner (typically the person who funds the account), with a designated student beneficiary. The owner and beneficiary can be the same person.

Contributions can be allocated among a number of different investment options offered within the plan.

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The owner may change the account beneficiary, provided the new beneficiary meets certain relationship rules compared to the former beneficiary (i.e. sibling, child, etc.).

If the owner and beneficiary are different, the owner may accelerate up to five years of the annual gift tax exemption (currently $15,000 for 2019) into a single year. Thus, a single owner could open a 529 savings plan with a named beneficiary and immediately contribute up to $75,000 to the plan without incurring gift tax consequences (please consult your tax advisor for additional information).

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cup pecan pieces cup arrowroot starch teaspoons Italian seasoning teaspoon onion powder teaspoon garlic powder teaspoon sea salt, plus additional, to taste 1 large egg 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, plus additional for serving 1 tablespoon water 2 garlic cloves, crushed 6 medium boneless pork chops, trimmed of fat Heat air fryer to 400 F. In medium bowl, mix pecans, arrowroot starch, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon sea salt. In separate bowl, whisk egg, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, water and garlic. Cover pork chops in egg mixture then transfer to bowl with pecan mixture to coat all sides. Repeat with remaining pork chops. Place three pork chops in air fryer basket. Cook pork chops 6 minutes, flip, then cook additional 6 minutes. Set aside on plate. Repeat with remaining pork chops. Serve hot with Dijon mustard, if desired.

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2 cups raw pecan halves or pieces 1 cup panko or gluten-free bread crumbs 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon salt, plus additional, to taste 1 1/2-2 pounds chicken breast tenders or chicken strips 3 large eggs 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend pepper, to taste Buttermilk Ranch Dip: 1/4 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon parsley 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon dried dill 1/2 teaspoon salt Heat oven to 425 F. In food processor, pulse pecans until fine as breadcrumbs. In shallow bowl, mix pecans with panko, garlic powder, cayenne pepper and 1 teaspoon salt. In separate shallow bowl, whisk eggs until smooth. In third shallow bowl, add flour. Lightly season chicken tenders with salt and pepper, to taste. Working with one chicken tender at a time, dip in eggs, flour then pecan mixture. Be sure to press pecan mixture into chicken to be sure it is completely coated. Set chicken on baking sheet lined with cooling rack or parchment paper. Repeat with remaining chicken. Place chicken on center rack and bake 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

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Pizza with Pecan-Herb Topping Cook time: 40 minutes

1 store-bought pizza dough 1 cup raw pecan halves or pieces 1/2 cup fresh parsley 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 1 pinch salt 1 pinch pepper 1/2 cup jarred pizza sauce 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup thinly sliced red pepper 1/2 cup thinly sliced Vidalia onion Heat oven to 400 F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly flour clean surface. Using rolling pin, roll out pizza dough to 1/8-inch thick and transfer to prepared baking

sheet. Gently pierce dough with fork to prevent air pockets. Bake crust 10-15 minutes, or until lightly golden in color. In food processor, pulse pecans, parsley and garlic powder until mixture becomes coarse crumbs. Transfer to bowl and stir in Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes (if desired), salt and pepper. Set aside. Using spoon, evenly spread pizza sauce over crust. Top with mozzarella cheese, red pepper slices and onion slices. Sprinkle 1/3 cup pecan mixture evenly over pizza. Transfer pizza to oven and bake 10-15 minutes, or until crust is crispy and cheese is melted. Serve with remaining pecan-herb mixture. Notes: If dough instructions differ from recipe, use package instructions. Additional topping options include: pepperoni, olives, ham, bacon and roasted veggies. Leftover pecan-herb topping can be used for pasta and salads.

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Fire Departments: (Non-emergency) Altamont Fort Hunter Guilderland Guilderland Center McKownville Voorheesville Westmere

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621 Settles Hill Rd.

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227 Landbridge Dr.

$595,000 - 4 Year old Masullo Built Custom Ranch 2,403 Sq. Ft., 4 Bedrooms (2 Master Suites) 3 Full Baths. Exquisite Kitchen with Quartz Counters, SS Appliances, Quality Cabinetry. Hardwoods Throughout! Expanded 3 Car Garage. IG Salt Water Pool with Lights. 3 Season Room. Loaded with Amenities! Summer is more than half way over and the market remains as hot as the days outside! Rates are low, buyers are out shopping and homes prices are solid and steady!

7000-7002 County Rte 158 $314,900 Custom Colonial, 1.7 acres 5 bedrooms (2 on 1st floor), 2 full baths updated kitchen. Master bedroom with cathedral ceilings and private balcony. Family room with wood fireplace and hardwoods. Sunroom and radiant heat. Carport and one car oversized detached garage and shed.

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