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OUR TOWNE GUILDERLAND Q&A with Jennifer McClaine Open Thanksgiving Day Serving from 1:00pm

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Night Owls Book Discussion - All the Light We Cannot See

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10:00 AM Drop-in Knit & Stitch

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10:30 AM Baby & Me: Drop-In Storytime

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A Community Conversation with Assemblyperson Pat Fahy

Super Sensational Sensory Senses

GPL Page Turners: A Secret Gift

10:30 AM Toddler Time: Drop-In Storytime

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10:30 AM Toddler Time: Drop-In Storytime

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Guilderland Library Foundation Board Meeting

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10:30 AM Preschool Drop-in Storytime

GPL Board of Trustees Meeting

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Great Books Book Discussion Group The Aeneid by Virgil

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Me and My Tween: Crafty Book Club

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Children’s Program Teen Program Adult Program

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10:30 AM WMHT Family Literacy Chicka Chicka Boom Boom with Barbara Lukas

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notes from the SUPERVISOR’S OFFICE 5209 Western Ave, Guilderland • (518) 356-1980 • www.townofguilderland.org

Guilderland, NY -As the days go short and the weather turns chilly, November is a month that typically marks a period of change in Guilderland, and this year is certainly no exception.

The leaves were a bit slow in starting to fall this year, but the pace has certainly stepped up the past couple of weeks, and the rapid pace of falling leaves has served to keep both our residents and the Town Highway Department busy! Our work crews have both their vacuum and collection trucks circulating through Guilderland’s neighborhoods on their regular schedule. Pickup dates for each street were published in the Town newsletter that was mailed to all our residents in November.

As a backup, extra copies of the newsletter and collection schedule are available at Town Hall, and the collection schedule may also be accessed on the Town website, www.townofguilderland. org. Please note that, as weather and workload allow, the trucks may be in your neighborhood more frequently than shown in the schedule, but even so, they will be on your street on the dates indicated in your schedule.

Please help the process move along safely and efficiently for everyone.

Rake loose leaves to the curb line so that they may be quickly picked up by the vacuum trucks. Also, please be careful not to make your leaf piles so high that they block the view of drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians along your street. Our crews will also collect bagged leaves and brush.

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Please cut brush to lengths of 4 feet or less, and bind brush bundles with twine so that they can be readily loaded onto our collection trucks by a single worker. Please direct any questions about the leaf collection program or schedule to the Guilderland Highway Department at 861-5108.

At this time each year, I like to remind Guilderland residents that they have the opportunity to keep up to date on

Town affairs by watching meetings of the Town Board, the Planning Board, and the Zoning Board of Appeals on Local Access Channel 17 on their cable TV. Town Board meetings are scheduled for the first and the third Tuesdays of each month at 7:30 P.M., and are broadcast live at that time, with replays broadcast at 1:00 and 7:30 P.M. on the following Friday, and at 7:00 P.M. on the following Sunday.

Meetings of the Zoning Board of Appeals are held on the first and the third Wednesdays of the month at

7:30 P.M., and broadcast live at that time. Z.B.A. meetings are rebroadcast at 1:00 and 7:30 P.M. on the following Thursday, and at 7:00 P.M. on the following Saturday. Planning Board meetings take place at 7:30 P.M. on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, and are broadcast live at that time, with replays broadcast at 1:00 P.M. on the following Thursday, and at 7:00 P.M. on the following Saturday. The Village Board of the Village of Altamont meets on the first Tuesday of each month. Its meetings are taped for rebroadcast at both 11:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M on the Thursday and Saturday following the date of the meeting. I urge all interested citizens to take advantage of these opportunities to stay current on Town and Village affairs.

I believe that this is an excellent time of year for all of us to pause for a bit to reflect on all that we have to be thankful for here in Guilderland.

This is indeed a community that we can all take a lot of pride in. I would also like to take this opportunity to wish a Happy Thanksgiving to all our residents and their families.

Ken Runion, Supervisor

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DIABETIC RETINOPATHY

by Dr. Chad Vaughn

Guilderland, NY - Diabetic retinopathy is a condition occurring in persons with diabetes. It causes progressive damage to the retina, the light sensitive lining at the back of the eye. It can be a serious sight-threatening complication of diabetes.

Diabetes is a disease that interferes with the body’s ability to use and store sugar, which can cause many health problems. Too much sugar in the blood can cause damage throughout the body, including the eyes. Over time, diabetes affects the circulatory system of the retina.

Diabetic retinopathy is the result of damage to the tiny blood vessels that nourish the retina.

They leak blood and other fluids that cause swelling of retinal tissue and clouding of vision.

The condition usually affects both eyes. The longer a person has diabetes, the more likely they will develop diabetic retinopathy. If left untreated, diabetic retinopathy can cause blindness.

Often there are no visual symptoms in the early stages of diabetic retinopathy. That is why it is recommended that everyone with diabetes have a comprehensive dilated eye examination once a year. Early detection and treatment can limit the potential for significant vision loss from diabetic retinopathy.

Risk factors for diabetic retinopathy include: • Diabetes—people with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes are at risk for the development of diabetic retinopathy. The longer a person has diabetes, the more likely they are to develop diabetic retinopathy, particularly if the diabetes is poorly controlled.

• Race—Hispanic and African Americans are at greater risk for developing diabetic retinopathy.

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Medical conditions—persons with other medical conditions such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol are at greater risk.

• Pregnancy—pregnant women face a higher risk for developing diabetes and diabetic retinopathy. If gestational diabetes develops, the patient is at much higher risk of developing diabetes as they age.

Treatment of diabetic retinopathy varies depending on the extent of the disease. It may require laser surgery to seal leaking blood vessels or to discourage new leaky blood vessels from forming. Injections of medications into the eye may be needed to decrease inflammation or stop the formation of new blood vessels. In more advanced cases, a surgical procedure to remove and replace the gel-like fluid in the back of the eye, called the vitreous, may be needed. A retinal detachment, defined as a separation of the light-receiving lining in the back of the eye, resulting from diabetic retinopathy, may also require surgical repair.

If you are a diabetic, you can help prevent or slow the development of diabetic retinopathy by taking your prescribed medication, sticking to your diet, exercising regularly, controlling high blood pressure and avoiding alcohol and smoking. Call Vaughn Vision at # 982-0123 to schedule your annual diabetic exam and help keep your eyes healthy for years to come.

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Dr. Chad A. Vaughn, Optometrist, completed his undergraduate studies at Holy Cross College and his doctorate studies at The New England College of Optometry in Boston, Massachusetts. He currently is a member of the Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric honor society. Dr. Vaughn received his extensive clinical experience through externships including work at The New England Eye Institute, Veterans Administration Clinic in Lowell, MA, and Lahey Clinic Medical Center. Dr. Vaughn has also worked with a glaucoma specialist at the Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston. His specialties include family practice, specialty contact lens fittings including bifocal contacts, ocular disease diagnosis and management, laser surgery consultations, and postoperative care.

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Q. What year did your business start?

A. 2006 Q. Where are you located?

A. 2093 Western Ave. Guilderland NY 12084 Q. What hours are you open?

A. Monday thru Saturday Late evenings and early mornings too. We try to cater to all schedules and needs.

Q. What is your phone number and website address?

A. 518.869.6999. Www.poiema.cc Q. How and why did you get into the business?

A. I love hair and all things associated with hair.

Talking to people, hearing their stories, and making them look great....what’s not to love!

Q. Are you known for anything special?

A. Color, facials, and massage.

Color-we want to enhance what you have but also make it maintainable. We are constantly taking classes to keep up on all the latest treads and styles.

Facials-we use Elemis products because of their quality and Our esthetician is impeccable with her knowledge but more importantly her technique. You will relax and have great skin when you leave.

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Q. How many generations have been running the business?

A. Just one, me. I had a smaller salon before opening Poiema.

Owning a business runs in the family.

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Q. Do you have many regular customers? Is there anything specific that they are always coming in for?

A. We have many regular customer but can always use and need more!

We offer excellent service and skills, but at affordable prices, in a beautiful and peaceful environment.

Massage-we offer full time, meaning if you want an hour, you get a full hour of body work. Plus we have sports massage that is specifically for athletes.

Q. What do you love most about the business?

A. The business is always changing and challenging in new ways.

Q. What do you think is your biggest challenge with the business?

A. Getting our name out and that we are HERE! We are Guilderland hidden jewel.

Q. What do you want the community to know about you?

A. We want you and we want your business.

We strive for excellence and want an on going relationship with people. We are not a ‘factory’ salon & spa. We want you to relax and enjoy being here with us. You do not need to come in your Sunday best for us, we simply want you to come.

Our slogan is....Atmosphere without Attitude

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message from the

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

2050 Western Ave, Suite 201, Guilderland, NY 12084 • (518) 456-6611 • www.guilderlandchamber.com Shop Small. GuilderLocal. Buy Local, Think Local, Shop Local.

Those three small messages are our purpose. We are here to help our community businesses, shop owners, and sole proprietors.

With the upcoming holiday shopping season upon us, we want to remind everyone the importance of shopping local. Before you go on Amazon, Zulily, Ebay, or another large online retailer, remember this: By buying from that local retailer, or using that locally owned service, you are helping that business owner by dinner for their family, or buy braces for their kid, or letting their child go on that anticipated field trip, because now they have the extra money, thanks to you.

is so much more worth it in the end. Stop by our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ GuilderlandChamberofCommerce to see the stories of our local businesses. We are stopping by shops, offices, stores, and more to get the story of these hard working people and we hope you get to know them in the next couple of weeks. We will be updating as much as we can!

There is a huge misconception that just because someone owns a business, they have money. So many times, that is not the case.

Many business owners, especially the small business owner, struggles just like the rest of us except they have to pay for their own health insurance out of pocket, they don’t get paid vacation days, sick days, or other benefits. They work over holidays and weekends usually unpaid, and tend to pay themselves last after the bills are paid. They truly are the backbone of our community and our economy.

Remember, even if you do shop at one of the big box stores, go in person! These stores employ local people who also depend on you to stop in and shop instead of heading to the World Wide Web. Plus, the larger stores also have a value and a place in our community. Remember, we are all in this together!

Remember this once you start your shopping. Paying an extra few dollars to get something locally made, produced, or sold,

Sincerely,

Have a happy Thanksgiving everyone, and remember to check out our stories on Facebook and our updates on the Shared Workspace!

Erika Gauthier, President

SHOP SMALL IN 2015!

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The Guilderland Chamber is proud to be partnering with American Express to help spread the word about the importance of Shopping small, and shopping local! We will be attending events, and promoting the shop small promotions for Small Business Saturday taking place on November 28th in anticipation of the holiday shopping season. We will also continue to promote this program alongside our GuilderLocal initiative.

Want us to come to your place during the season to promote you on our website, Facebook, Linkedin, Twitter, and other means or marketing? Let us know! And we’ll drop by with some tricks up our sleeves.

We will also be holding a Shop Local Vendor Fair during our Jingle Mingle on Tuesday, December 1st at the Best Western. We are looking for businesses to set up shop (literally!) with us to highlight some of your items, sales, and promotions at our Annual Holiday Party! $30 for a table and space is limited, so first come first serve. Sign up here!

SHARED WORKSPACE IS ALMOST HERE! We are also almost ready to launch our Guilderland Chamber shared workspace! Are you looking for a place so you can get out of your house? Or a low cost office option? Want an environment where you can collaborate with others coming up with ideas? Need some help solving issues but you work for yourself, are a start-up, or satellite office? Then let us know! We will have 4 desks available (2 offices) and you can either pay by the office or by the desk.

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and printing will also be available. Want to see the space and get on our list of interested candidates? Call us at (518) 456-6611.

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How To Be Happier

by Chad Southwick

Guilderland, NY - Everyone wants to be happy, right? What are YOU doing to keep you and your family as happy as possible, now that the days are getting colder and the nights are getting longer?

There are plenty of little actions you can take right now to improve your happiness and health. We rounded up our favorite 10, and a few months ago we brought you the first 5.

Hopefully you’ve added at least some into your routine, and are living a more fulfilling, enjoyable life! And hopefully you’re ready for more!

If you didn’t see our article last over the summer, you can check it out on our blog at www.crossfitaevitas.com - search for “Homemade Happiness” Spend some time helping others. Doing something nice for other people makes other people’s lives better and just makes us feel good. How much does it take? Studies have shown that 100 hours of volunteering or other do-gooding over the year is enough to make a significant difference in your happiness.

Smile! Real smiling only – the kind where you use your eyes.

This is an important point; studies have shown that people who “fake smile” tend to worsen their mood and withdraw more, whereas people who smile genuinely have an improved mood and overall outlook. And then there’s this thing psychologists call “the facial feedback hypothesis”: smiling can actually help reduce stress caused by an upsetting situation.

Plan a trip (really, just plan it). Just the mere act of thinking about taking a trip can promote happiness. So next time you’re daydreaming about that 2-week vacation to the Caribbean, go a step further and plan out activities or look more closely at resorts. Chances are, your mood will get even more of a boost!

Meditate. Meditation can improve attention and focus, and can keep us even-keeled. Immediately after meditating, we experience a sense of calm and clarity. Additionally, studies have shown that regular meditation can actually rewire our brains and raise our baseline level of happiness.

Be grateful. A nice Thanksgiving tradition is to go around the table and tell everyone about the things you’re thankful for.

I don’t know of anyone who’s ever done this and felt worse afterward. So practice this same sort of gratitude every day!

Before bed, think of something that happened during the day that made you smile. If someone did something special for you that made you feel good, let them know! Remembering positive experiences is bound to improve our outlook. Even if the experiences are short-lived or small, find the positive in everyday encounters, and reap the benefits of increased happiness!

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The couple met while at Clarkson University where they received Mechanical Engineering degrees. They both went on to work for several years at GE. Chad recently left GE to pursue his passion and run CrossFit Aevitas full time. Since moving to Guilderland, Chad and Karen have become dedicated fitness professionals striving to help people become more efficient beings.

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NO MULLIGANS OFF THE GOLF COURSE

by Leyla A. Kiosse People often ask if an attorney is necessary in a divorce or separation. I often wonder if these same people would ask if a doctor is necessary in the operating room when the patient is about to undergo open heart surgery.

There are many services out there that advertise assistance with DIY divorce agreements for a nominal fee. These services often just provide a series of forms to the divorcing couple and then send them on their way. It is up to the couple to decide for themselves what to put down on the forms and to prepare the papers correctly.

The problem with DIY agreements is that couples often have a myriad of issues that need to be resolved and included in an agreement. Some issues are more complex, such as the custody and support of children, spousal support, and the division of retirement accounts; some issues are not, such as who gets to keep the good china. Regardless of the issues, these agreements are complex legal documents with lifelong legal ramifications. If these agreements are prepared wrong, are written vaguely, or do not address all of the issues that need to be resolved, the consequences to the couple (and/or any children) are disastrous.

I want to give you two excellent examples of how having a skilled attorney involved in the preparation of these agreements paid off for the client.

In one case, I represented a client in a divorce and negotiated the terms of a settlement agreement. As my client’s spouse had a propensity for litigation, I knew that any settlement agreement

must be written in a way to expressly define what my client’s obligations would be. The agreement that I prepared was signed by the parties. Six months later, the (now) ex-husband of my client brought a proceeding and argued my client had not complied with the agreement. Although my client had fully satisfied all express terms of the agreement, the ex-husband argued that the agreement implied additional obligations on the ex-wife that were not fulfilled. As part of the relief sought, he asked the Court to force the ex-wife to pay his counsel fees. Not only did the Court dismiss the ex-husband’s proceeding entirely, the Court denied his request for counsel fees.

In another case, I prepared a detailed settlement agreement expressly defining what my client’s child support obligation would be and how “income” would be defined and calculated for future adjustments in support. One year later, the ex-wife filed a petition for an upward modification of child support on the basis that the ex-husband earned additional income from the sale of a business interest. After a hearing, the Court denied the Wife’s petition, finding that the agreement expressly excluded this additional income.

In both examples, having a skilled attorney saved the clients thousands of dollars and aggravation associated with subsequent challenges to the agreement.

Just remember that divorce/separation agreements are legally binding contracts. With very few exceptions, there are no “mulligans” if these agreements are not written well (and correctly) the first time around.

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100 Great Oaks Boulevard, Suite 122, Albany • (518) 464-4095 www.tklawllp.com Leyla A. Kiosse is a partner at Tabak & Kiosse, LLP, a law firm located in Great Oaks Office Park (near Crossgates Mall). Along with her partner (Margaret Tabak), Attorney Kiosse counsels clients on all matters related to matrimonial and family law. A Guilderland native, Attorney Kiosse received her undergraduate degree from Union College and her law degree from Albany Law School.

If you have questions about a matrimonial or family law issue, contact Attorney Kiosse for a consultation by calling 464-4095 or by visiting the firm’s website, www.tklawllp.com.

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YEAR-END TAX STRATEGIES

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arlier this year, we discussed the importance of making income tax planning a year-round activity. This month, we offer reminders of some strategies that have year-end deadlines as it relates to the 2015 personal income tax year.

• If you are not on pace to achieve your target level of contributions to your employer-sponsored retirement plan (up to a maximum $18,000 for 401k or similar accounts, plus an additional $6,000 ‘catch up’ for those who are age 50 or older), you may wish to contact your employer’s payroll department to increase your contributions for your remaining paychecks. You may even find it makes sense to contribute your entire paycheck (after other mandatory withholdings) so as to maximize your contribution for the year.

• For tax year 2015, the standard deduction amounts are $12,600 for married-filing-jointly, $9,250 for head of household, and $6,300 for individual taxpayers and marriedfiling-separately. If you find that

your itemized deductions (which may include, but are not limited to, medical expenses, property taxes, sales taxes, mortgage interest, state income tax payments, and charitable donations) are close to the standard deduction, you may wish to consider pre-paying some 2015 expenses, such as property taxes or charitable donations. By “bunching deductions”, those who typically are eligible only for the standard deductions may be able to itemize deductions every other year, thereby realizing some income tax savings.

• Certain high-deductible health insurance plans allow for the ability to make tax-deductible contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA) as an above-the-line deduction, which means one need not itemize deductions in order to benefit. For 2014, eligible persons may contribute as much as $3,300 for individual coverage or $6,550 for family coverage (plus an additional $1,000 for people age 55 or older). Be sure to coordinate this strategy with any contributions your employer

may have made on your behalf.

Please note that HSA contributions are not permitted if you are enrolled in Medicare Part A or Part B. • Depending on your personal tax situation, you may wish to realize capital gains (by selling appreciated securities) or capital losses (by selling securities which are worth less than what you paid for them). Many investors may be able to realize capital gains and pay a tax rate of 0% on their federal return if they are in a 15% or lower marginal income tax bracket. Other investors may benefit from utilizing realized losses to either offset realized gains (no limit) or to offset ordinary income (up to $3,000 per year, with any remainders carrying forward to future years).

Please consult your tax preparer and/or financial advisor to determine if any of the above strategies are appropriate for your overall financial situation.

from AllSquare Wealth Management 200 Great Oaks Blvd., Suite 219, Guilderland (518) 456-8900 • www.allsquarewealth.com

Douglas J. Bauer, CFP® is a principal advisor at AllSquare Wealth Management, LLC. As part of assisting clients with their overall wealth management needs, AllSquare Wealth offers income tax planning and income tax preparation services.

AllSquare Wealth Management, LLC is a registered investment adviser.

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HEALTHY BONES FOR LIFE By: Dr. Amanda Boccio Guilderland, NY- Osteoporosis and low bone density are no longer disease processes that affect only senior citizens. The slouched posture we associate with the elderly is becoming more and more prevalent in our predominately sedentary society, and can be seen in all ages. Osteoporosis is a silent condition, meaning that there are no outward signs or symptoms: You may not even know you have it! Often times there are no symptoms until the first fracture occurs. 44 million individuals over the age of 50 in the United States are experiencing some degree of accelerated bone loss, and 80% of them are women. However, osteoporosis is a worldwide public health concern that can affect men, younger women, and otherwise healthy and active individuals. A decrease in bone density is a natural part of the aging process, but there are ways to minimize the loss and to keep your bones as healthy as possible!

Our bones are a dynamic living tissue that is constantly being broken down and replaced. Healthy bone is maintained by establishing a very delicate balance between the rate of bone formation and bone absorption. Strong bones are able to withstand the tensile and compressive forces of our movements and daily activities. If the break down of bone occurs at a faster rate than bone rebuilding, bone mass and bone density begin to decrease, increasing the risk of a break or fracture. When bones start to deteriorate, you may also notice you start “getting shorter”, develop poor posture, and lose proper spinal movement and balance.

In addition to aging, there are many other risk factors for developing osteoporosis; particularly family history, having a small body frame, late menstruation, early menopause, and irregular or absent menstrual cycles.

Certain health conditions such as Crohn’s disease, Celiac disease, rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid disease, diabetes, and cancer can contribute to decreased bone density.

Long-term use of certain medications (cortiocosteroids, antacids, warfarin, chemotherapy) also lowers bone density.

Fortunately, there are several ways that we can modify our lifestyles to take back control of our bone health: namely through diet and nutrition, daily exercise, and stress management.

First and foremost, eliminate smoking and the use of tobacco products. Limit alcohol consumption- greater than 2 drinks per day increases fracture risk by 40%. Limit caffeine consumptionstrive for no more than 4 cups of coffee per day. Avoid excessive intake of salt, added sugar, processed foods, preservatives and additives. Your diet should consist of mostly fruits and vegetables, lean sources of proteins, healthy fats and whole grains. A healthy, well balanced diet will provide most of the vitamins and minerals necessary to achieve and maintain optimal bone health, but with our busy lifestyles, it is often difficult to get the minimum required intake of valuable nutrients from foods alone. In this case supplementing with a high quality product may be recommended.

Most of us assume that osteoporosis is caused solely due to the lack of calcium in the diet, so if we supplement with calcium, we can reverse its effects. Although calcium is important in the process of managing osteoporosis, it does not act alone, and there are many other vitamins, minerals and nutrients that work together when in the proper balance to help slow down the process of bone loss. Interestingly, our country consumes the most dairy and milk, yet has the highest rate of osteoporosis. Nondairy food sources of calcium include: Dark green leafy vegetables such as spinach and kale, broccoli, beans, almonds and dried figs.

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The following are lesser-known vitamins, minerals and nutrients required for optimal bone health: Vitamin D: The sunshine vitamin! Vitamin D is required for the absorption of calcium. Where we live, we do not get nearly as much sun exposure as those living closer to the equator, so we must get our Vitamin D from food sources such as salmon and cod, or from a supplement to prevent vitamin D deficiency.

Vitamin K: Good sources include: dark leafy greens and broccoli. Eat these foods with olive oil, as the Vitamin K absorption will be optimized, since it is a fat-soluble vitamin!

Magnesium: Good sources include: nuts, seeds, and dark leafy greens.

Boron: Found in cabbage, dates, peas, almonds, hazelnuts, beans and raisins.

Sulfur: Found in onions, garlic and eggs In addition to eating nutrient dense foods, regular exercise and keeping active are extremely important for maintaining bone health. 30-60 minutes per day most days of the week is ideal! Weight bearing exercise is required for maintaining bone mass. Walking, jogging, aerobics, playing tennis, light resistance training, pilates and dancing are all examples of weight bearing exercise.

Although swimming and cycling are great forms of cardiovascular exercise, they are non-weight bearing and do not affect your bone mass.

Finally, keep your stress levels in check. Chronic stress is associated with the release of the hormone cortisol.

Increased levels of cortisol in the blood have been linked to lower bone density, since it interferes with cells that build bone. Reduce your cortisol and manage your stress by prioritizing sleep, maintaining a work/life balance, work on time management, utilize relaxation techniques, and be physically active. The combination of a nutritious diet, regular weight bearing exercise and stress management will help you age gracefully and to maintain healthy bones for life!

If you have questions about this article or our practice please feel free to contact us at the Sports & Spinal Wellness Center at 518-869-3415. We would be happy to be a part of your health care team.

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Things are looking brighter at GPL

We’re sure you’ll notice the difference. Even on the brightest summer days, there were poorly lit areas; these new, brighter lights will make your library a brighter place to read, work, or just relax.

If you find it easier to read when you come to the Library, or if the whole place just looks brighter, you have Assemblymember Pat Fahy to thank. Through her good work, GPL was able to obtain a grant of some $75,000 to replace ALL the lighting in the building and parking lots with long-lasting LEDs. The installation work is going on as you read this, and should be done sometime in December, so I ask that you please bear with us if some small sections of the building are unavailable for an hour or two.

And dryer inside, too!

While I’m on the subject of Library improvements, I want to send a huge shout-out to Senator George A. Amedore, Jr., who obtained a tremendous grant enabling us to replace our roof. While this work will not begin until after the winter, it’s a relief to know that our decades-old roof will finally get the attention it needs.

This project means long-term savings on two counts: First: every incandescent and neon bulb is being replaced with low-energy LEDs, so we shall shortly realize a much-reduced electric bill. And, secondly, since LEDs last so long, the cost of replacing bulbs will drop dramatically. (Some of the legacy lighting elements lasted only six months or so.)

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We were proud to welcome local author Bruce Dearstyne as our first “Read Local” author in October. And now, on Saturday, November 21, we are thrilled to have a double-feature of sorts when Times Union veterans, reporter Paul Grondahl

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Yes, it’s true. The Greulich’s cow will shortly be coming to the library. It’s a non-traditional addition to our Local History Collection. For the time being, the cow will be at home in the Community Literary Garden. You’ll be able to see it through the windows behind the check-out desk.

You can purchase tickets to this joint library/chamber fundraiser at the library, or via the chamber’s website at www.guilderlandchamber.com, or use the order form that’s in the box below. See you on the bus!

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We understand that there are more girls interested in scouting than there are troops, so we’re trying to help out a bit. Girls in grades Kindergarten through grade 5 are welcome to join the first-ever GPL Girl Scout Group. The group will have its first meeting on Saturday, December 5 at 10:30 am, and meet on the first Saturday of every month thereafter. For more information, or to register, please call us at 456-2400 x 4.

New York City and Back: No hassles! For the past four years (first as a patron and lately as library director), I have enjoyed the annual bus trips to New York City that are cosponsored by the Guilderland Chamber and the library. It’s a great way to enjoy the excitement, sights, and special events that are all part of New York during the holidays. (By the way, last year’s discovery for us was the ice skating rink, tree, and the holiday kiosks in Bryant Park, just behind the Public Library; and just a block away from where we were dropped off!) I hope you’ll join us on the trip. It’s on Saturday, December 12.

Tim Wiles, Director Guilderland Public Library

Enjoy the sights, sounds, and excitement of NYC all dressed up for the holidays!

Bus Trip to NYC Saturday, December 12

You get a whole day in the city! Buses leave the Guilderland Library parking lot at 7:30 am for Midtown, and depart NYC at 7 pm.

1. Purchase your tickets at the Library 2. Order online at the Chamber website: www.guilderlandchamber.com 3. Complete the order form at right and maill it and your check for $45 per person to: Erika Gauthier, Guilderland Chamber of Commerce 2050 Western Avenue #201, Guilderland, NY 12084

To assure your seat, you must reserve by Friday, November 27 Three easy ways to order:

This bus trip is Cosponsored by the Guilderland Chamber of Commerce and the Guilderland Public Library

NYC Bus Trip Reservation i F Form Saturday, December 12

Name ___________________________________ Address _________________________________ City, State, Zip ____________________________ Telephone _______________________________ E-Mail ___________________________________ I understand my cancelled check is my reservation, a and my money will be refunded only if my bus seat can be sold. Tickets are $45 per person.

Additional seats and payment for: A Name ___________________________________ Name ___________________________________ # of ___ seats x $45 per = $______ (amount enclosed) Guilderland, NY

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GUILDERLAND CHAMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT Interview with Cherie Plante, MS, CRC • River Career Counseling Inc. Q. How long have you been doing career/ vocational services?

A. Over 15 years Q. What area does your business cover?

A. We meet with our customers in their Capital Region community near their home or business and/ or we provide services by phone and email.

Q. What is your phone number and website address?

A. 518-339-4421 www.rivercareercounselinginc.com Q. When are you open?

A. M-F By appointment.

Q. What do you want the community to know about you?

A. River Career Counseling Inc is a career services company. Services include career exploration, job goal selection, resume and cover letter development, job seeking skills, mock interviewing and job lead assistance. Ms. Plante also provides vocational rehabilitation services in Worker’s Compensation, No Fault and LTD including placement services, Loss of Wage Earning Capacity and expert testimony. She is also available as a vocational expert in legal matters where a vocational assessment and testimony is required.

Q. Company Motto: A. Do What You Love and Love What You Do!

GCC maintains a membership of 500 businesses, and strives to help our members succeed and grow. This member profile is offered free to new members as one of many small business marketing opportunities. For information on becoming a member call 456-6611. The Chamber also promotes community life in the Guilderland, Altamont, Voorheesville area and partners with schools, the towns, and other organizations on projects that make Guilderland a great place to work live, and play.

FALL CRAFT WORKSHOP AT GUILDERLAND PARKS & REC! Looking for something fun to do with your kids the day before Thanksgiving? Join us at the Guilderland Parks & Recreation office for a day of fun, fall crafts on Wednesday, November 25th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm! There will be craft stations for kids in Kindergarten through 5th grade.

You must register and pay in advance and all registered campers can drop in anytime between 10-2pm to make fun crafts for Thanksgiving! (Kids must be accompanied by an adult) . Please bring a glass jar or mason jar for one of the crafts!

Cost for the materials is $10.00 per child. To sign up online, go to www.guilderlandrec.com or call the Parks & Recreation Department, 181 Route 146 at 456-3150. Maximum Limit: 50 participants For more information, contact Guilderland Parks & Recreation at (518) 456-3150 or email Linda Cure at curel@townofguilderland. org or Amy Boyt at boyta@townofguilderland.org.

SAVE THE DATE! The Holiday Centerpiece Workshop will take place on Friday, December 18th from 2:00 – 6:00 pm. Contact Parks & Recreation to sign up beginning December 1, 2015!

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TRASH TALK

by Vince Coppola, owner of Scrapster, LLC It’s Fall and while it will probably hit 80 today while I’m writing this, Thanksgiving and all the year end holidays are coming down the pike. I want to start this article by saying THANK-YOU TO EVERYONE who has helped turn me from a guy with a dream, driving around in a Ford Ranger with a first shop that looked an awful lot like my driveway…into a successful and thriving business now in our 6th year, with 4 trucks, and 10,000 square feet of operations space. Awesome!

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I looked up some fun facts about Thanksgiving on The Google-hoo. Guess which utensil wasn’t at the first Thanksgiving? No kids, it wasn’t an iPhone, which isn’t even a utensil… never mind. It was the fork, which was introduced 10 years later by the Governor of Massachusetts. Say, what??? Boy, we have come a long way since eating mashed turnips with our fingers and scooping turkey into our mouths with a handful of leaves, am I right?

Overheard at the first Thanksgiving: Pocahontas: “What a great feast, isn’t it just terrific?”

John Smith: “Yes, Dear, please thank your people again for their kind hospitality.”

Pocahontas: “I will. Hey, after everyone leaves, will you have any time to help my clean out the garage, I mean, wigwam, like you promised?”

John Smith: “I would, totally, you know that, but I just realized we aren’t actually here in Plymouth, we’re from the first settlement in Jamestown, Virginia 14 years ago, so this garage you speak of doesn’t actually exist! THANK YE GOODNESS, I can go back to watching lacrosse. Wow, I just dodged a bullet there, my Little Snookums!”.

Pocahontas (mad): “LITTLE SNOOKUMS IS MY SISTERS NAME!!! You are in big trouble, John Smith-I’m texting Chief Runaway Nosebleed and the Tribal Elders right now!!!”

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Who knew? Wow, you never know what you are going to find in the online Wall Street Journal. Too bad, I was looking forward to seeing what they had in that garage. How about your garage?

LET’S TALK TURKEY (the bird, not you Dear Reader!).

Scrapster, LLC, is the Capital Region’s premier source for LOW COST JUNK REMOVAL and CLEAN OUTS. We are a local family owned business and cover the entire Capital Region. We are insured, convenient, and reliable and provide top Quality work to get the job done safely and correctly. Everything is properly recycled, disposed of or donated.

Additional services include SCRAP METAL and APPLIANCE REMOVAL. We are EPA608 certified for Freon (refrigerant) recovery from refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and dehumidifiers. We are an official New York State DEC approved location for computer and electronics recycling.

Please call us at (518) 505-5055 to schedule a pick up or for a free estimate on your project. Scrapster will remove everything from where it is located-you don’t need to do a thing. “Don’t Worry…We Can Take It!”™ Please visit www.scrapster.com for more information or to set up an appointment online. HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Guilderland, NY

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Important Numbers Emergencies POISON CONTROL

911 800-222-1222

Ambulances: Voorheesville Area Western Turnpike Rescue Squad - Centre Drive Western Turnpike Rescue Squad - Carman Road

765-2344 456-3600 456-5144

Police: (Non-emergency) Altamont Police Department Guilderland Police Department New York State Police-Guilderland Substation

861-5480 356-1501 456-1118

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

861-8171 355-2434 456-5000 861-8871 489-4340 765-4048 456-5200

Post Offices: Altamont Guilderland Guilderland Center Stuyvesant Plaza

861-6953 456-1400 861-5090 438-0773

Schools: Altamont Elementary Christ the King School Guilderland Schools Transportation Guilderland District Administration Guilderland High School Farnsworth Middle School Guilderland Elementary Lynnwood Elementary Pine Bush Elementary St. Madeleine Sophie Westmere Elementary

861-8528 456-5400 861-6434 456-6200 861-8591 456-6010 869-0293 355-7930 357-2770 355-3080 456-3771

General Information: Albany Better Business Bureau 1-800-828-5000 Albany County Clerk’s Office 487-5100 Albany County Executive’s Office 447-7040 Altamont Fairgrounds 861-6671 Altamont Village Hall 861-8554 Guilderland Animal Control Officer 356-1501 Guilderland Animal Shelter 861-6855 Guilderland Chamber of Commerce 456-6611 Guilderland Highway Department 861-5108 Guilderland IDA 356-1980 Guilderland Interfaith Council 456-5410 or 355-3000 Guilderland Parks & Recreation Department 456-3150 Guilderland Performing Arts Center 456-8604 Nott Road Park 869-9884 Park Superintendent 456-8220 Summer Day Camp (Tawasentha) 456-3475 Town Pool 456-4446 Guilderland Public Library 456-2400 Guilderland Town Hall 356-1980 Guilderland Transfer Station 861-6776 Guilderland Water & Wastewater Management Dept.

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COMMUNITY CAREGIVERS 21st Annual Gala Guilderland, NY- The annual Community Caregivers Gala will be held on November 14, 2015, at the Colonie Golf & Country Club in Voorheesville, NY. This annual event features cocktails (6pm), dinner (7pm), silent and live auctions and dancing to the music of The Bluz House Rockers (9pm). Tickets are $125 per person and the deadline for making reservations is November 2. All proceeds go directly to providing services and programs for clients, caregivers and their families.

Major sponsors for the evening include Adirondack Environmental Services, Albany Medical Center, CDPHP, GCom Software, Inc., the New York State Funeral Directors Assoc., PBR Printing, The Times Union, and Wells Fargo.

Community Caregivers will be presenting two awards at this year’s Gala. “We are extremely proud to honor James J. Barba, President and CEO of Albany Medical Center, and Midge McGraw Bulgaro, Community Caregivers Board Member,” said Edna Mae Reilly, Board President. “Both individuals understand the needs of caregivers and have responded to those needs through their commitment, dedication and actions.”

Mr. Barba will receive the Joseph A. Bosco Community Services Award. This award is given to an individual who has been a leader in community service. In addition to Mr. Barba’s responsibilities at AMC, he serves on the board of directors of the Health Care Assoc. of NYS and the Park Playhouse and co-chairs Governor Cuomo’s Capital Region Economic Development Council. He has received the UAlbany’s Citizen Laureate award, as well as many other awards from Capital Region organizations.

Mrs. Bulgaro will receive the Victor G. Ross Community Caregivers Founders Award. This award recognizes contributions to the longterm success of the Community Caregivers program. Mrs. Bulgaro has been a member of the board of directors for 13 years. She has served as President and Vice President and has co-chaired the Golf and Gala Committees several times. She is also a tireless volunteer.

Career-wise, Mrs. Bulgaro spent 24 years in NYS government, including the NYS Assembly, Department of Labor and Governor’s Office of Counsel and OMRDD. After her public service career, she was Vice President for Government Affairs for AmeriChoice, Inc. Her experience and expertise have been very important to the programmatic and financial success of Community Caregivers.

Many individuals and businesses have generously donated prizes for the silent and live auction and it’s always a fun night out. Won’t you join us? Check the website — www.communitycaregivers.org — for additional information.

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