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A message from “In the midst of winter, I found there was, within me, an invincible summer.” - Albert Camus If you read my columns regularly you know that this winter dealt me a pretty tough blow. You also know I am not a quitter; you can knock me down, but I will land face up looking at the sky. “If you want light to come into your life, you need to stand where it is shining.” - Guy Finley And so I have, with the help of many friends: old friends, new friends, friends I didn't even know were friends. They have all reached out and propped me up into the light. The picture above is from a trip to Rhode Island with a new girlfriend, Kris. We had known each other for less than a month and decided to take a chick road trip to the ocean. We had a blast! The next week I went with another girlfriend (Janet) to her camp in the woods. I drove an ATV and built a huge campfire as my friend cooked a fantastic camp meal. In 2 short weeks my life changed, I became me again. I laugh every single day, I hug my dogs more, I garden in the rain, I notice the little stuff again. “Love yourself enough to have a meaningful life.” - Millen Livis Loving yourself means much more than just giving yourself a break, it is the pursuit of life satisfaction. Meaningfulness is being a giver rather than a taker. A dear friend of mine turned 60 August first. I went to see him, brought him a gift and realized he wasn't going to be doing anything to celebrate his milestone. This is a person who has been there for me through thick and thin since I was 15. I told him to get cleaned up and I would be back at 8 and to take him to dinner. I was his DD and we had a fabulous meal at The Jonesville Store. We laughed, talked and ate for 3 hours. I made his birthday special, he deserved it. The satisfaction I derived by doing it will be with me forever. “Incredible change happens in your life when you decide to take control of what you do have power over instead of craving control over what you don't.” - Steve Maraboli If any of this strikes a chord with you then the quote above should become your goal. Once I realized in my heart I had no control over anything or anyone other than myself I was free. Free of the burden of trying to do what cannot be done. I will never allow my happiness to be stolen away again. I'm not saying there won't be bad days, but they will only be days. I can control that. Enjoy the rest of the sultry summer. “Here's to the nights where the sand is your seat, the waves kiss your feet, your friends outnumber the stars, and even the chilliest of nights are still warmer than the cold one in your hand.” - Me ~Cheryll Muller - Hill 1 0 l Yo u r H o m e t o w n e l A u g u s t 2 0 1 5

About the Cover Kane Mountain Fire Observation Station First - I absolutely love this cover! Thank you Bill Winchip, your eye for the unusual is a great talent. This spectacular view from inside the Kane Mountain Fire Observation Station is a destination for hikers in the Southern Adirondacks. The station includes a 60-foottall steel-frame lookout tower erected in 1925, the windows you are looking through are in the observer's cabin which was built about 1960. This is the easiest fire tower to explore in the southern Adirondacks. The view from the top of the fire tower is spectacular at any time of the year. To see more or purchase some of Bill’s work visit his page on Facebook, Winchip Photography.

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THE FASTEST WAY TO LOSE BELLY FAT Belly fat is the worstâ&#x20AC;Śand these days it's harder than ever to get rid of. With social pressures and modern conveniences constantly in your face, it's no wonder that your waistline continues to expand. While losing fat, and losing it quickly, can feel impossible, I'm here today to give you a 3-pronged approached to shrink your bell fat once and for allâ&#x20AC;Ś #1: EAT WELL It may seem obvious, but everything you put in your body has the potential to go to your belly. The top offender for belly growing is sugar. This means if you want to slim down around your waistline, cutting sugar from your diet is going to help you fast track your way to your goal. Don't think this means just avoiding chocolate cake at birthday parties. It means giving up the sugar you add to your coffee, saying no to soda, and skipping sports drinks. Get your sugars from whole fruits for a natural sugar high. At the same time you're cutting sugar from your diet, you'll need to fill your belly with other foods. One of the best options is lean protein. It helps you build muscle (extra muscle = extra belly fat-burning ability) and keeps you full for a longer amount of time. Of course, it also gives you extra energy that helps you take care of business in the gym. #2: WORK OUT WELL Speaking of taking care of business in the gym, if you're going to really shed belly fat, you're going to have to commit yourself to exercise. No more excuses and no more halfway doing it. You've got to go all out. But before you set up shop in the corner doing 3.7 million sit-ups, you should know that as helpful as it is to have a strong core for overall health, burning off belly fat by targeting all exercises directly at your abs won't work. Instead, you'll need to put in a full-body exercise routine that gets your heart pumping. That means on top of a solid foundation of weights and other strength-training exercises, you'll want to pile on high intensity cardio exercises. #3: TRACK IT ALL Getting rid of belly fat is a daunting task, and even when it's going well, it can feel remarkably slow. By keeping track of your progress and your daily intake and outtake of calories, you can better determine what's working and what's not and have a better perspective on your actual progress. Tracking isn't just good at seeing where you've been. It's also useful for setting goals. Run for 20 minutes yesterday? Go for another couple minutes today. Or better yet, if it took 20 minutes to run two miles yesterday, try running an extra tenth of a mile in the same amount of time today. Keep piling new challenges on top of yourself, and that fat that has clung so tightly to your belly through the years will soon be dropping off of your frame. Even the best exercise routine in the world is fruitless if you throw away your results with sloppy eating. Remember to keep your meals lean by avoiding processed carbs, packaged foods or fried items. Fill up on lean proteins and fresh vegetables and reward yourself with organic, seasonal fruit. That, my friend, is lean living! Ready to take your fitness results to the next level? Call or email me today and we will get you started on an exercise program that's designed to deliver massive results. Come on, you deserve it! Call 424-7878 or email gina@precisefitnessandtraining.com Get started today with a free consultation.

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THE JUNIOR HIGH I've written a few columns looking back at the Burnt Hills High Schools, both the original (now Stevens Elementary) and the current edition, which sprung up in 1955. So, I thought the time might be right to share memories of the third member of the Lakehill Road triumvirate, namely the Middle School. When the current high school was opened, it was clear the school district's growth would need additional structures, and as such, the Junior High opened for business a mere six years later, in 1961. When I attended classes there from 1976-1979, it was for grades 7-9. Things started changing in the 1980's. In 1985, 9th graders were moved up the the high school. A few years later, 6th graders were yanked from the elementary schools into the building, which then became known as the Middle School. Then in 1994, Dr. Richard O'Rourke, the kindly gent who was our Superintendent of Schools, retired after 25 years of distinguished service, and was honored (in a similar fashion as his predecessor Francis Stevens) with his name being added to the sign. Thus the O'Rourke Middle School. The other noticeable change since my days there was the add on from a decade ago to create more space. The front of the building now seems to almost jump out to Lakehill Road. During my years there, the Junior High was split into three units, and each one took the personality of its Unit Heads. I was in Unit Three, which was kind of the Island of Misfit Toys. We were sort of separated from Units One and Two. They had lunches together in the big cafeteria, while us Charlie-inthe-Boxes had our own smaller version. The man in charge of Unit Three was a quiet, social studies teacher named Dave Atwell. One never knew he was around, unless of course you misbehaved, and he would somehow be there. Until I had him for a class in 9th grade, I'm not sure I ever heard him say more than a few words. Those big shots in Units One and Two each had more conspicuous leaders,

David Dunn and Jennie Pennington. Mr. Dunn had an unconvincing smile about him that made one think they were about to get in trouble. Mrs. Pennington had a twang to her voice which was prominently used during lunch time into the cafeteria microphone (I hasten to add, we had no such audio equipment in Unit Three; we really were deprived.) “Proper sections,” she would bellow into the mic, “Unit Three go back!” Believe me, when we heard that, we skedaddled out of there as fast as we could. Mrs. Pennington had a favorite way of, uhm, inviting some misbehaving soul to stay after school: “Zap! Detention” was a well known and well feared expression in those days. Mrs. Pennington also was an English teacher, and was the one who gleefully handed out the unabridged version of David Copperfield, all 958 pages it, to us one day for our reading pleasure. I was School President in 9th Grade, and as such got to know each of these previously scary faculty members quite a bit better, and to my astonishment found each of them to be very nice people. Mrs. Pennington liked us so much that when we moved up to the High School the next year, she came with us, serving as Assistant Principal. The Assistant Principal at the Junior High, was Gordon Evans. If central casting had to select a taciturn figure as an assistant principal, they could do no better than Mr. Evans; he really looked the part. One of my “important” duties as School President was reading that day's lunch menu into the school public address system each day. I would kick off the broadcast with the Pledge of Allegiance, recite the culinary delights which awaited all of us, then I handed the telephone (which served as the clunky microphone) over to Mr. Evans, so he could read the announcements. I don't think this was the most fun part of his job, but once he read them, we would chat a bit, and he seemed to be amused by my stories (at least I think that's why he would shake his head as I spoke.) Then there was the Principal, John Baldasaro. Mr. Baldasaro was a big, imposing man with the heart (and body) of a giant. He had played football, and for a time also coached it in the district. While he was soft spoken, the towering presence of Mr. B. chaperoning a rec night or dance was all that was needed to ensure proper manners. Hence, it all ran smoothly at the BH-BL Junior High. Until next time, keep on smilin'.

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MORTENSEN MOTORSPORTS GETS FIRST VICTORY OF THE 2015 SEASON AT THE FONDA SPEEDWAY A season of struggles and hard luck put Fonda Speedway 2011 602 Sportsman Track Champion Mark Mortensen on the outside pole for the start of the 20-lap 602 sportsman feature event on Saturday evening July 11 at the “Track of Champions” Fonda Speedway alongside Jason Greco with Mortensen getting the advantage as the green flag was thrown to start the event in the Your Hometowne sponsored #1M. By lap five Mortensen was out to a half straightaway advantage over Greco who was being pressured by fourth place starter Harry Shaffer for the spot. While Greco and Shaffer were battling for the second position Dan Santabarbara and sixth place starter John Scarborough battled for the fourth spot with Scarborough getting by for the position on lap six. Shaffer also got by Greco for the second spot one lap later with Mortensen now in lap traffic. Scarborough got by Greco for the third position on lap 12 with the battle for the fourth spot ensuing between Greco, Santabarbara, eighth place starter Rocky Warner and ninth place starter Adam McAuliffe. With two laps to go Shaffer was closing in on the leading car of Mortensen who was trying to negotiate lap traffic while holding on to the lead. Mortensen was able to do just that as he went on to his first win of the

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2015 season and the 15th of his career at Fonda in the 602 sportsman division which is on top of the all-time win list. Mortensen who also competed in the open sportsman division at Fonda before the division was done away with has a combined total of 24 victories between the two classes which is fourth on that all time win list. The first words out of the driver of the Jumpin’ Jacks DriveIn/Socha Plaza sponsored #1M as he drove into victory lane were “I haven’t forgotten how to drive one of these things after all”. “We have been struggling the entire season so far and I was thinking that maybe I forgot how to do this,” Mortensen said. “It feels good to get a win and hopefully we can continue to do well. I have to thank all of my crew and sponsors and Dave Constantino who helped us out this week with the car,” just as Constantino came to victory lane to congratulate the winner. By the time the next Mortensen Motorsports update comes out we will have new design t-shirts and hooded sweatshirts on sale so if you would like to reserve yours you can call car owner Bonnie Mortensen at 518-221-5429, e-mail her at rszczerb@nycap.rr.com, or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mortensen.motorsports1m

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DANGERS OF BLUE LIGHT If you're like many Americans, your tablet or smart phone has become an indispensible part of your day, but have you ever thought about the impact digital devices could have on your eyes? There's a pretty good chance that the screen of your beloved tablet is powered by LED lights. While it certainly saves energy, prolonged exposure to the light emitted from LED technology could be bad for your eyes. The light from LEDs exists in the blue and violet end of the visible-light spectrum. This “blue light,” is the most intense form of light visible to the human eye, and new studies have shown that prolonged exposure can impact your eyes and vision. Visible light-light capable of being seen by the human eye-consists of wavelengths of varying lengths. Blue light has a very short wavelength and is detectable by the human eye. Not only does it provide basic illumination to our world, blue light also helps to increase feelings of well being. But exposure to large amounts of blue light can be harmful to the eyes. Symptoms as diverse as sleep disorders in children and adolescents, headaches, blurred vision, and fatigue can be due to exposure to blue light radiating from hand- held digital equipment. Perhaps the biggest threat of blue light is the role it plays in the development of age-related macular degeneration. People with a higher risk for the disease should protect their eyes from blue light exposure. The optical industry has responded with blue light filtering elements built into AR treatments, and even a lens material that uses ocular lens pigments. The object of these solutions is to filter the harmful blue light while still allowing the range of blue light rays that is beneficial to our mood and circadian rhythms. This minimizes the harmful effects that blue light can have on our eye health, while still allowing the body and the eyes to receive the positive benefits of blue light like proper color perception, amplified attention levels, wakefulness and the modulation of melatonin production. Factors that lead us to recommend blue light filters within a patient's eyewear are: • A patient that has a strong family history of macular degeneration (AMD) • Anyone who spends many hours each day on a computer or digital device • Patients who have had cataract surgery, as the natural blue light blocking crystalline lens has been removed. Talk to your optician about anti reflective lenses specifically designed to protect eyes from harmful blue light and UV rays. For more information contact Kristen Cameron, Burnt Hills Optical, 793 Rt. 50 Burnt Hills, 399-6130 or visit www.burnthillsoptical.com

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NO SECRETS TO INVESTMENT SUCCESS Many people look for the “secrets” to investment success. Is it timing the market just right? Is it finding those hot stocks or getting in on the “ground floor” of the next big thing? Actually, these types of moves have little relevance to the vast majority of investors - even the most successful ones. So let’s take a look at some steps you can take that can be effective in helping you work toward your financial goals. It’s time in the market…not market timing. Some investors think they can succeed at “market timing” - buying when the price is low and selling when the price is high. And this would indeed be a good strategy if they could predict highs and lows. No one can accurately forecast these peaks and valleys, though. So, instead of ducking in and out of the market in a vain attempt to catch the highs and lows, simply stay invested. The more time you spend in the market, the lesser the impact you’re likely to feel from short-term price swings. And if you’re always invested, you’ll always be in a position to benefit from the next market rally. It’s “buy and hold” - not “buy and sell.” Even if you aren’t trying to time the market, you may be tempted to buy and sell frequently as you look for new and better opportunities. Yet, this constant buying and selling can be costly. Frequent trading, with all the additions and subtractions from your portfolio, can make it hard for you to follow a consistent, unified investment strategy. You’re better off purchasing quality investments and holding them for the long term, until either your needs change or the investments themselves no longer possess the same attributes they did when you purchased them. It’s building a strong foundation - not getting in on the “ground floor.” Many people regret not being one of the initial investors of a company that has done spectacularly well. But most new companies don’t achieve anywhere near that level of success. So, instead of looking for the next big thing on the “ground floor,” try to build a strong “foundation” consisting of a mix of quality investments suitable for your risk tolerance, goals and time horizon. This type of investing may not sound glamorous, but a strong foundation is better equipped than a possibly shaky ground floor to withstand the shifting winds of market forces. It’s cool-headed thinking – not chasing “hot stocks” - If you browse the internet or watch one of the investment shows on cable television, you are bound to read or hear about “hot” stocks. But by the time the news reaches you, these stocks may already be cooling off. Even more importantly, they might not be right for your needs in the first place. Instead of chasing after hot stocks, which, by their nature, carry a strong emotional component (namely, the desire for quick, big gains), try to coolly and dispassionately analyze your situation to determine which investments are really most appropriate for your goals. There really aren’t any shortcuts to reaching your desired financial destination. But by taking the slow and steady path, you can work toward getting there. Christopher Nyhan runs the Edward Jones office in Burnt Hills, NY. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Chris can be reached at 399-5087 or chris.nyhan@edwardjones.com

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DECORATING TIPS FROM THE SPECKLED HEN Welcome to The Speckled Hen's monthly article, where I introduce you to new ways to decorate your home. If you are a follower of this article, you know I'm a huge fan of transforming and up-cycling “old stuff” into beautiful primitive pieces. This month I'm going share my passion and tell you how to bring life back into old wood furniture and decorative pieces.

It's simpler than you might think. Not all wooden pieces require the demanding process of sanding, distressing or painting to reveal the piece's beauty. Sometimes a good cleaning is all that is needed to transform trash into treasure. Look for potential new life in pieces you already own, or find at a yard sale or antique show. Wooden racks, utensils stools, chairs - it can be anything, as long as it has good structure. When cleaning antique wood, it's best not to use harsh detergents or excessive water. First, dust your piece with a cotton rag. Then mix Murphy Oil Soap with warm water to make a diluted mixture. Dip small portions of the rag in the mixture and gently wipe away the layers of wear. Wipe again with a dry rag to finish. If your piece has a lot of nicks and dents, I've got a trick for that! Use Old English Dark Wood Scratch Cover on a dry rag, wipe over the scratches and chipped areas and allow time to dry. Then apply a liberal coat of Scott's Liquid Gold Wood Cleaner and Preservative on a dry rag, spread it evenly over the wood and then wipe it clean with a clean cloth. The result will be well worth the small amount of effort. The beautiful veneer of well-worn wood complements any decor and is right at home in a primitive place. Maureen Culver • 369.8771 38 Saratoga Road, Scotia • thespeckledhen38@gmail.com

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TERRIFIC TWOS If you are a parent you have heard the term “terrible twos” more than once. At the Montessori School we like to think of it as the Terrific Twos. The toddler years, 18-36 months can be a challenging time for anyone. Children at this age are beginning to explore the world, show some independence, and learn from their environment at a startling rate. Maria Montessori compared a child’s mind to a sponge. Each day their environment and experiences begin to expand that sponge. Toddlers learn best through environments that allow for safe explorations, give opportunities to learn through trial and error (I always think of those old school blue Tupperware shape balls), and have consistent expectations. Now is the time to start implementing some standard rules of the house. Decide your ground rules. Will you ask your child to sit at the dinner table with the family or clean up their toys? Are certain areas or items off limits? You will want to begin structuring your days and routines to accommodate these household guidelines. Make sure your expectations are developmentally appropriate and be consistent. One of the most important things to remember during this stage of life, however, is be “cool, calm, and collected.” Toddlers look for reactions and use those reactions to gain attention and to learn how to react to the outside world. Children at this age will begin experimenting with language and behavior. Make sure your reactions to each situation, positive or negative, are sending the right message! The Montessori School, located on Rt. 50 in Glenville is currently enrolling Toddlers for the 2015 school year. Our certified teachers offer the children a variety of experiences to develop their rapid development. It is our goal to give each child the enriching environment that best suits their needs. Class size is small and space is limited. Please call today for more information. Montessori School of Schenectady 375B Rt. 50 at Lewis Place Glenville, NY 12302 • (518) 384-0074 onefamilymontessori@gmail.com www.OneFamilyMontessori.com

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DOWN 1. Moved in a curve 2. Mortise and _____ 3. Extreme 4. Greatest possible 5. Declare null and void 6. Annoyed 7. Blood vessel 8. Farthest within 9. Delay

10. Sophisticated 11. An electronic keyboard instrument 12. Red vegetable 13. Probabilities 18. Small islands 22. Sword handle 24. Start over 26. Not his 28. Opaque gems 29. Melody 30. Hens make them 31. Killed 32. Unwakable state 33. Annoys 34. Anagram of "Tradesmen" 37. Many millennia 38. Not gals 40. Dagger 41. Macedonian monetary unit 43. A reddish brown 44. Pleated 46. Thicket 47. Keyboard instrument 48. Perch 49. Anxious 50. Froth 51. Humdinger 53. Pow! 56. South southeast 57. An Old Testament king Answers can be found on page 29

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STAGE RIGHT… So you plan to sell your home and you've heard all this “hype” about home staging but what does it mean? Is it really all that important? Doesn't your home just look lived in and homey just the way it is? Home staging can mean anything from taking a vacant house and making it appear as though someone lives there to 'de-cluttering', organizing, and strategically placing your furniture and other items in the house that you do live in to allow potential buyers imagine themselves living there. Don't be intimidated by this your Realtor can help. If you're still unsure, start by inviting a trusted friend over ask them to come in the front door and look at your home as though they were considering purchasing it. YES, it really is that important! Think about what YOU want to see when you are home shopping and walk into a house. Isn't it easier to imagine yourself and your family living in a space that is uncluttered, well organized, and seems warm and inviting; yet somewhat generic? You WILL need to put your stuff away and organize it. Totes, bins, under bed storage, will all help you accomplish this. Sure - it looks lived in…by YOU! But YOU are planning to sell it to SOMEONE ELSE and they need to be able to picture themselves living there. “De-personalize” as they say. Family photos are great but having hanging all over the walls prohibits other people from thinking about what they would put there. I am not saying that you should have completely bare walls, because that isn't necessarily warm and inviting, but less is more. Leave something to the imagination as they say. Clear your counters! Yesterday's newspaper, last week's mail, 52 small kitchen gadgets, your compost bucket…GET RID OF THEM! Put small appliances neatly in a cabinet or pantry. Compost bucket; under the sink (which YES you should organize this space too - buyer's look EVERYWHERE!) The mail: sort it, recycle the junk mail and file your important mail somewhere. While potential buyers should always be accompanied by a licensed Realtor here are some tips that are equally as important as staging especially when your agent is hosting an open house: Don't leave your prescription drugs lying around. Put them away and I don't mean in the medicine cabinet! Get yourself a small bin of some sort to put them in and then put them in a dresser drawer - not your bathroom or kitchen drawer. Your dresser is your personal belonging, no one should be going in there, it isn't part of your home and likely isn't for sale. Put your valuables in a lock box perhaps in the back of your closet (another great spot for meds.). DO NOT leave your mail or other important papers in plain view. Reserve a spot in a dresser drawer for these items. FIREARMS NEED TO BE LOCKED UP, OUT OF PLAIN SIGHT, AND SHOULD NOT BE LOADED!!! When selling your home, there's a LOT to think about. At Olde Orchard Real Estate this is what we do each and every day. We LOVE what we do, are passionate not just about selling your home so that you can move on to the next chapter of life, but helping your family along the way; thinking about the things you may not have thought of, offering guidance, and above all emotional support along the way. While you may think that sounds like ridiculous 'fru-fru' sales pitch nonsense; afterall you WANT to sell this house, so why would it be emotional? Trust me, in all instances it IS an emotional process and likely one that you aren't prepared for; just ask anyone who's sold their home. Curious to learn more? Give us a call at 518-399-2100; we look forward to it. Olde Orchard Real Estate Margaret Phillips, CBR Licensed Real Estate Broker 4 William Street • Ballston Lake, NY 12019 518-399-2100 Office 518-701-1657 Cell www.oldeorchardrealestate.com

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CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT It’s time to sign your foursome up for the 3rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament being held this year at Western Turnpike Golf Course on Friday, September 18th. Registration begins at 9AM. Shotgun Start is at 10AM sharp. For on-line registration, or information about corporate and individual registration or sponsorship, go to WWW.STANN1905.com or call (518) 894-6011 or (518) 221-6638. WHO: St Maron Mens Society of Saint Ann Maronite Catholic Church David Hannoush and Pascal Frangie, Co-Chairs WHAT: 3rd ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT This year’s tournament is in Memory of Past Co-Chair James Ross Traa WHERE: WESTERN TURNPIKE GOLF COURSE 2550 Western Avenue, Guilderland, NY 12084 WHEN: Friday, SEPTEMBER 18, 2015 SHOTGUN START - SCRAMBLE 10:00 AM COST: $125/PER GOLFER, includes golf and cart, lunch on the turn, plus a Reception, including drinks, and Dinner (immediately following golf) and many prizes. $50.00 for those wishing to attend the Reception and Dinner Only. A Silent Auction, plus door prizes and golf prizes will be awarded, including for a Hole-In-One, sponsored by LIA Auto Group and Price Chopper. Golf is limited to 140 golfers. Deadline for registration is August 20th. Proceeds support the St. Maron Men’s Society’s charitable commitment to needy families and persons both in the Church and throughout Watervliet. In addition, it helps support special projects of Saint Ann Church.

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GAINING IN POPULARITY WITH PETER BOWDEN During the last part of July, I was trying very hard not to complain about the heat. Perhaps I did grumble a bit but I think I did a pretty good job biting my tongue. My wife, Sharon, was having some trouble getting a decent night's sleep in spite of the window fan blowing at top speed in the bedroom. She kept threatening to buy an air conditioner, and I kept insisting that it wasn't worth it for the few days of excess heat we have to put up with. At night, I'd run the larger window fan at full speed to try and cool the house off and then close all the windows in the morning to trap any coolness I'd gained overnight. As the hot days continued, it became harder and harder to cool the house down as the heat penetrated the structure. Needless to say, there's now an air conditioner in our bedroom. Speaking of air conditioning, it was during a hot July a hundred years ago that Willis Carrier invented air conditioning. Considering how much we love air conditioning, you'd think that he invented it for comfort's sake. Actually, he was prompted to invent it for a printing shop in Brooklyn that was having trouble with color printing because the paper couldn't run through the presses properly with the hourly changes in temperature and humidity during summer. Carrier created modern air conditioning and it not only cooled the air but it removed moisture from it as well, in the process making the paper much easier for the presses to handle. I imagine the press operators were thrilled. It soon became apparent that people would enjoy this new air conditioning, and it was installed in restaurants, hotel ballrooms and bars. Establishments with air conditioning did so well that soon everyone wanted it. The rest, as we say, is history. But, I digress.

All around town, I see that the various members of the hibiscus are putting on quite a show. This includes althea, The Rose of Sharon. I have a short row of purple althea that has a double flower much like a carnation that is putting on a nice show. It seems that althea are gaining in popularity. While mine are double flowering, I greatly admire the single flowering varieties that I'm beginning to see more of. Their flower closely resembles that of the tropical hibiscus that is so popular in the south. These single flowering altheas weren't available when I planted my hedge 10 years ago or I would have surely opted for one of those. Rose of Sharon is available in a wide range of colors but tend toward the reds and lavenders. There are even varieties that have a bi-colored flower and there's a nice white that I've see as well. While the althea is a woody shrub, there's another hardy hibiscus that is perennial in nature (it dies to the ground in winter) that is well worth commenting on. Like althea or Rose of Sharon, the mallow hibiscus is a relative of the tropical hibiscus although the flowers are much larger. The showy mallow hibiscus will grow from the ground to a height of 4' to 6' during each growing season. Mallow hibiscus flowers range in color from white to deep purple and encompass every shade of pink in between. As if this weren't enough, the flowers can be as large as a dinner plate! I know you've seen these around town since they are in flower right now. A lot of folks don't realize that this plant is hardy in our area and will easily survive over winter to return larger and showier each year. Each of the giant flowers that mallow hibiscus produces will only remain open for one day. Fortunately, they produce plenty of buds so the show goes on for at least a couple of weeks and even longer for a well-established clump. If you plant either of these northern members of the hibiscus family, you'll need to be patient in spring. Neither the woody shrub althea nor the perennial mallow hibiscus will show any sign of life until spring is well under way. I usually see no sign of life from either in my yard until the lilacs are in bloom. That's when the first leaves appear on my althea and the mallow hibiscus is just poking a shoot up from the soil. They are amazing plants and easily deserve a place in your garden. Thanks for the read. Peter Bowden â&#x20AC;˘ pbowden2@nycap.rr.com

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2 Annual Family Festival sponsored by Advanced Therapy, P.L.L.C and Giffy's BBQ Bounce Houses 50/50 Raffle Dunk Tank Chinese Auction and much more!

Now pre-selling tickets for the chicken BBQ. $12.00 per mea Order by calling 399-5048 x10. BBQ pick-up between 2-4pm

BOATING ON THE Navigational Aids and Rules Aids to Navigation (AtoN) Aids to Navigational on the New York State Canal System conform to the U.S. Coast Guard lateral system of buoyage . Note that buoyage reverses from red on starboard (right) to red on port (left), north of Champlain Canal Lock 12 at Whitehall, and on the entire length of the Oswego Canal. Failures and displacements of navigational aids may occur. Please report discrepancies in navigational aids to Canal staff. Navigational Charts The Canal Corporation recommends that boaters carry the latest edition of navigation charts on board - Chart #14786. Charts may be downloaded from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) or through NOAA Certified Printers and at some local bookstores, marinas and boat chandleries. Charts may also be downloaded from the rightmost column of the Navigation Information with Water Depths pages above. There are no NOAA charts available between mile 222 and 337 of the Erie Canal (including the Genesee River). For these waterway reaches mapping from the Canal Corporation Cruising Guide is posted instead. Symbols, abbreviations and terms used on paper and electronic navigational charts can be found on U.S. Chart No. 1 and supplemental information difficult to portray in a nautical chart in Coast Pilot 6.

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BUTTERFLIES AND FAIRIES “An Imagination Celebration” is the theme for all the dances that Dana Yager and I will choreograph for our students this dance season. In the first eight week session of dance for my 4-6 year old Creative Movement students, I introduce lots of fun movement activities to prepare them for the second eight week dance session when we begin to learn a little choreographed dance that incorporates much of what we learn together in the first few weeks. This year two of my 4-6 year old Creative Movement classes will learn a choreographed version of my “Butterfly” movement poem and two of my 4-6 year old Creative Movement classes will learn a choreographed version of my “Fairy Dance” movement poem. I'm excited to share these dances with my young dancers because I know they will love them. The music for “Butterfly” was written for me by the very talented composer, Adrian Cohen. A professional recording studio helped me to voice my poem with the music to create a breathtaking improvisational piece for my young students. This summer I choreographed “Butterfly” into a magical dance for my 4-6 year old dancers. The delicate, moveable butterfly wings that I made to be worn with this dance complete the whimsical magic that all children adore. “Fairy Dance” is my movement poem that I choreographed in 2009 and used as a signature piece on my professional DVD called Dance Class at Home. It is absolutely delightful! I don't know of any young child who would not find it mesmerizing to watch and captivating to dance. If you know of a 4-6 year old who loves to dance around the house, consider having them experience the magic of Ginny Martin. The 2015-16 dance season will truly be a magical year for my Creative Movement students! Please call for more information. Ginny Martin • Modern Dance with Ginny Martin 518-399-5802 • www.ginnymartindance.com www.danceclassathome.com

NYS CANAL SYSTEM Rules, Regulations, Registration All mariners must to adhere to the U.S.C.G. Inland Navigation Rules . Recreational mariners should be aware that there are minor differences between state and federal boating regulations, the more stringent of which apply. No sewage may be discharged into the New York State Canal System. Additionally, no grey water may be discharged into Lake Champlain. All mechanically propelled vessels - regardless of size or fuel type - operating on the waters of New York State must display numbers showing valid registration in the principal state or country of use, or, if in transfer, be able to produce U.S. Coast Guard documentation. Human powered vessels are exempt from registration requirements as well as Lock & Lift Bridge fees. All vessel operators and visitors are advised to exercise extreme caution and stay well clear of all dams! Sailboat Mast Stepping The minimum clearances of overhead structures (bridges, guard gates, and utilities) range from 15.5' to 21' for different sections along the canal; so sailboats need to de-mast prior to entering the system. Sailors looking to cruise within the canal system, as opposed to transiting through, may not want their masts and rigging with them (in order to conserve deck space), and so may leave them at select facilities. Below is a list of marinas that perform mast stepping, and additionally which ones store masts.

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To register for events or programs, please visit the calendar page of our website, or call the Library, 399-8174 ext 2.

SUMMER READING WRAP UP More than 500 kids & teens participated in Summer Reading this year! Thanks for reading with us and remember to redeem your prizes by August 14th. Over 20 adults participated in the Adult Summer Reading program this year as well. We hope you enjoyed the program!

ADULT PROGRAMS Tuesdays, August 11th, 18th, & 25th - 7:00pm - Yoga - This all levels Kripalu yoga class will focus on yoga postures, meditation and breathing techniques, with a goal of “meditation in motion”. Relaxation and connection to present moment will be practiced through developing breath and body awareness. Students are asked to bring a yoga mat, small pillow or cushion, and a light blanket to class. *Registration is not required, but appreciated for this program series. Sign up online or by calling the Library at 399-8174 ext. 2.

What are the common methods of holding title to your home? Homes and real property can be held individually, jointly with the right of survivorship, by a revocable and irrevocable trust. A home may be held individually. However if the person passes away, then his or her interest will be passed through a Will or through legal rules. Jointly owned home is property held between two or more persons where both persons own the assets and where, if one person passes away, the other person receives the ownership of the home. Homes jointly held between spouses have additional protections against creditors. Sometimes joint ownership may not be helpful. When someone is receiving nursing home level care and applies for Medicaid, jointly held bank accounts between a parent and child count as if the parent is the complete owner of the account. Revocable trust is a legal document that is made to provide management of assets while alive and after the grantor passes away. A revocable trust must be funded by a person and can be funded with a home and real property by the person who made the trust. Revocable Trusts may reduce the costs administering an Estate by reducing or eliminating the involvement of Courts. Revocable Trusts make it easier to transfer real property in different states. Revocable Trusts permit the person who makes the trust to maintain control of the income and assets while alive. A person may give his home and real property to a child and retain their responsibilities to maintain the home, pay insurance and property taxes. Are you holding title to your home in way you want? Please contact me if you wish to consult on planning for yourself or someone in need. It will be my pleasure to help.

Wednesday, August 26th - 7:00pm - Library Board Meeting - Open to the public, please join us!

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COMPUTER CLASSES Thursday, August 6th - 11:00am-1:00pm - Understanding DropBox & Cloud Storage - Do you want easy access to your documents, pictures, and music? Whether you want to back-up your files, access them away from home, or share and collaborate with others, cloud storage is just a click away. *Registration required - Sign up online, or call the Library at 399-8174 ext. 2.

Friday, August 7th - 1:00pm - 2:00pm - Senior Connection iPad Topic Class - Picture This - Taking pictures, organizing, and saving pictures, and Facetime. *Registration required - Sign up online or by calling the Library at 399-8174 ext. 2. Friday, August 14th - 1:00 - 2:00pm - Senior Connection iPad Topic Class - Entertain Me - YouTube, TED Talks, games, and Pinterest. *Registration required - Sign up online or by calling the Library at 399-8174 ext. 2.

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By Vince Coppola, owner of Scrapster LLC, Scrap & Junk Removal Service

2015 Summer Schedule

KEEPING YOUR COOL IMPORTANT NEWS UPDATE! Summer continues and you know what that means: Sweltering temperatures with no breeze in sight, seemingly endless stretches of 99% humidity followed by random thunderstorms with 1” hail right in the middle of your family barbeque, the AC in your car suddenly stops working the one day you wear a suit to work, etc. Welcome to August my friends! Let's focus on the positive: it's usually sunny out (and hey, it's not winter!) and your appliances are actually working great. BUT, if something stops working, you'll want to replace it and have the broken one taken out ASAP. That's where we come in, in this case, literally. Don't let just anyone take these away for you, here's why…older air conditioners, central air condensers, dehumidifiers, refrigerators, freezers and water fountains/coolers all contain refrigerants (think Freon) like R12, R-22 and R-500. It is commonly believed that these substances are major contributors towards the depletion of the ozone layer and other problems in the environment. Even modern refrigerants like R-134a and R-410a are not the greatest, but they are vast improvements over the older technology. At Scrapster we are fully EPA608 certified for the responsible reclamation and recovery of all types of refrigerants. Scrapster will remove the items from exactly where they are located-you don't need to do a thing. At our warehouse facility we pull out the refrigerant with our recovery equipment and ship it out to be fully recycled. Then we separate and recycle all the metal components such as motors, wire, tubing, core radiators and sealed unit compressors. NEED LOW COST JUNK REMOVAL? We take away your unwanted items, furniture, books, clothing, plus household garbage. There are a lot of choices out there: we recommend you work with someone who is insured and that can be found in the phone book or that has a website. A major advantage in using Scrapster is that we always separate out the scrap metal and electronics when we are on a clean out job, which can help reduce costs significantly. Our customers definitely like saving money (for some reason), so we go the extra mile to give you the best deal possible. Scrapster is family owned local business which provides a TOP QUALITY scrap metal and appliance pick up and removal service. We are the local experts on LOW COST junk removal and clean outs. Everything is properly recycled, disposed of or donated. We are convenient, reliable, insured, and we do all the work. “Don't Worry…We Can Take It!”™ Please call us today at (518) 505-5055 or visit our website www.scrapster.com. We hope you continue to have a great, safe summer! Vincent Coppola, Owner of Scrapster Scrap Metal Removal/Recycling Service

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Betsy and the ByeGons ~ 60's music The Puppet People ~ children's Wizard of Oz Grand Central Station ~ party rock Rattail Jimmy featuring Alan Payette ~ rock The Wister Quartet ~ classical Hair of the Dog ~ celtic folk/rock SIRSY ~ alt rock Brian Patneaude Quartet ~ jazz Rich Ortiz ~ soul blues Jocelyn Arndt ~ indie-rock Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company modern dance The Lustre Kings ~ rockabilly

Special Thanks to Schenectady County Legislature CIP Program Located across the street from Collins Park and right next to Jumpin' Jacks in the beautiful Village of Scotia the Freedom Park Summer Concert Series offers FREE concerts highlighting performers from all over the Capital Region and beyond.

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WATERMELON AND WAVES Hello summer, Oh how I love your dreamy relaxing days. The sun slowly rising towards the sky gathering warmth as it goes. The dew of a cooler evening glistens like stars that have resting there over night. My mind wanders to the lake. There is something about the lake air that just cannot compare to anything else. The waves rise up to meet the blue sky and the breeze is chilled as it caresses the water. My hair blows back as we ride to the shore in the distance. The hum of the motor becomes a mesmerizing sound as my eyes enjoy the beautiful view ahead. The anchor is secure and the boat floats in the direction of the wind. The lake is quiet and yet vibrant, in color and life. The water plants reach from their sandy roots towards the sun that lays on the waves. The boat gently rocks to the rhythm of nature. I am finding it easy to relax and dream. The day is warming and the chill of the water is refreshing. Our floats are brightly colored and stand out in the sea of blue. Our tether keeping us from floating away in the summer wind as Frank Sinatra plays softly in the background. The fresh air and a light lunch go hand and hand. The fruit salad is fragrant and juicy. The watermelons sweetness fills your mouth with the taste of summer. As our faces become touched with the suns glow, the day comes to an end. The sun is low in the sky and the lake looks deeper blue now. The satisfied feeling of a wonderful day bring on a big sign and we head back to the dock. The hum of the motor is gone and we gently glide into our space. With the click, click, click of the rolling cooler on the dock, we look out to the lake. Hello summer, thanks for havin' us. We will see you again soon. In the meantime, we will be dreaming of another day of watermelon and waves. As always, I wish you peace, joy and wonderfully dreamy and relaxing summer. Pattie Rakvica â&#x20AC;˘ idriveaware@gmail.com

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SAVE THE DATE Get ready to enjoy German food, drink, and the great Glenville community.

September 26th Noon – 9PM • Maalwyck Park The Glenville Oktoberfest Committee is busy with the myriad details to ensure another successful Oktoberfest, to again be held at Maalwyck Park on September 26th from noon – 9 PM. IMPORTANT NEWS FOR AUGUST VENDORS, SPONSORS, AND VOLUNTEERS (especially groups/businesses) this is your month to take action! VENDORS: this is your chance to participate in an event that can draw upwards of 10,000 attendees. SPONSORS: this is your chance to support a fantastic event, get your business’s name associated with a successful event, and to make a charitable contribution. VOLUNTEERS: this is your chance to help make a successful event even better, and volunteers groups (not-for-profits, businesses) have the opportunity to team build and have some fun at the same time. Vendor and sponsor information can be found at GlenvilleOktoberfest.com Volunteers can indicate interest at iwannahelp@glenvilleoktoberfest.com

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Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken (or Pork) 8-ounce can reduced-sodium tomato sauce 4-ounce can chopped green chiles, drained 3 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon sweet or smoked paprika 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoons dry mustard 1 teaspoon ground chipotle chile 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of fat OR 2 1/2 lb pork loin trimmed 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced Stir tomato sauce, chiles, vinegar, honey, paprika, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, ground chipotle and salt in a 6-quart slow cooker until smooth. Add chicken, onion and garlic; stir to combine. Put the lid on and cook on low until the chicken/pork can be pulled apart, about 5 hours. Transfer the chicken/pork to a cutting board and shred with a fork. Return meat to the sauce, stir well and serve. Tip : Make ahead and freeze for a quick solution to a long day!

Carrot-Orange Juice 1 medium yellow tomato, cut into wedges 1 medium orange, peeled and quartered 1 medium apple, cut into eighths 4 large carrots, peeled â&#x20AC;˘ Ice cubes (optional) Working in this order, process tomato, orange, apple and carrots through a juicer according to the manufacturer's directions. Fill 2 glasses with ice and pour the juice into the glasses. Serve immediately.

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Chilled Maine Shrimp with Cabbage & Peanuts, Vietnamese-Style 1 lb cooked and peeled shrimp (small to medium) 1/2 small head Chinese or napa cabbage 20 sprigs fresh cilantro, divided 1 small head Boston lettuce 1/3 cup rice vinegar 3 tablespoons peanut oil 2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons Asian chile sauce 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh ginger 1 small carrot, peeled and shredded 1/2 cup roasted unsalted peanuts, coarsely chopped, divided Slice cabbage into very thin strips, slice 12 cilantro sprigs very thin; reserve remaining sprigs for garnish. Mix vinegar, peanut oil, fish sauce, chile sauce, sugar and ginger in a small bowl, leep at room temperature for 2 hours, or cover and refrigerate if making ahead; let cold dressing come to room temperature be-fore tossing with the salad. Just before serving, toss the reserved shrimp, cabbage, sliced cilantro, carrot and 6 tablespoons chopped peanuts with the dressing in a large bowl. Arrange the re-served lettuce leaves on a serving platter or in a large, shallow serving bowl. Mound the salad on the lettuce and garnish with the remaining 2 tablespoons peanuts and 8 cilantro sprigs. To make ahead: Cover and refrigerate the shrimp, salad and dressing in separate containers for up to 1 day.

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