Your Community 08.03.23

Rensselaer Riverfront Farmers Market

The Rensselaer Riverfront Farmer Market’s Opening Day is Thursday, August 10 at 4:00pm. The Market will run Thursdays from 4-7pm through the end of September. There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony and live music from Joe Adee and the Lug Nuts on Opening Day.

The market will have farm fresh goods from local farmers and much more. The Rensselaer Farmers’ Market will have crafters, wood builders, sampling of homemade beverages and farm fresh cooked food, along with live music, repurposed items, vintage items, special guests, how to’s, special events, artists, competitions, people selling salvaged wood and more!

It’s a farmers market mixed with a swap meet, tag sale, art gallery, a much smaller Brimfield, flowers, plants, and sessions that will teach, inspire, and create ecological awareness. Come on down to the Rensselaer Riverfront Park on Broadway at Fourth Ave to the Rensselaer Riverfront Farmers Market for Food, Fun, Crafts, Music and Community.

The Anchor Food Pantry

The Anchor Food Pantry wishes to acknowledge The Crisp Cannoli of East Greenbush for their recent donation of toiletries that will aid our clientele thru end of summer and into the back-to-school period of post Labor Day.Their continued support throughout the year has helped us fulfill our mission of aiding others in these uncertain economic times.

The SonShiners of the Stephentown Federated Church will be holding a Garden & Bake Sale in conjunction with the Stephentown Historical Society’s Car Wash at the New Scrub Board Laundromat and Car Wash , Route 22, Stephentown south of Rt 43 on August 13th from 11 to 3. Rain date is Au<FZ,3,1,34>gust 20th. Car wash is $10 to benefit Historical Society.

Would you like to help someone to read and write, or to speak English as a new language? We can train you. Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County helps more than 160 adults each year to gain the skills they need to be employed, participate in community life, and become U.S. citizens. LVORC needs volunteer tutors to do this work, and you can help! As a tutor you can develop new skills, make friends, and see how your efforts make a difference in your community. To find out more, join us for a one-hour Volunteer Opportunities Information Session via Zoom at 12:00 noon on August 8. Contact mhellerlvorc@nullaol.com for a link to the meeting. Visit the website for more information: www.lvorc.org

Saturday’s 9:00am-12:00pm

Poestenkill Town Hall. 38 Davis Drive, Poestenkill, NY.

Homegrown vegetables, Fresh Breads, Homemade Jams, Homemade Dog Treats, Home Sewn Items, Wreaths, Flowers, Healthy Living Products and More.

The Columbia HS classes of the ‘50s and ‘60s will hold their annual reunion September 9 from 4 until 9 at the Phillips Road Firehouse outside pavilion.

A food truck from Little Big Fatz will be on site and a cash bar with beer, wine, and soda will be available. This is a popular, informal gathering and a great way to catch up with former classmates.

A $5.00 donation is requested. For more information or questions contact Valerie Figel Femia (pfemia@nullnycap.rr.com).

CAPITAL DISTRICT – Attention all Columbia High School (CHS) Class of ‘73 Classmates! We’re holding our 50th reunion on October 7, 2023 at the Rensselaer Elks Lodge in East Greenbush starting at 5PM. You can join our ColumbiaHSClassof1973 Facebook group to get evolving reunion info and class news at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/columbiahsclassof1973. We need your help to reach everyone in our class and we hope you all will be there!

Please send us your contact info and that of any CHS-73 classmates, so we can share reunion details with everyone as they become available. We need your: Name (First – Maiden & Last Name), Mailing address, Email address and Cell phone &/or other phone #’s. Call Dom Indelicato @ 518 573-5227 if you have any ideas or questions and email us your contact info at ColumbiaClassof73@nullgmail.com .

Mark your calendar for the annual CHS 70’s Reunion on Saturday, August 19, 2023 at the Schodack Island State Park – noon until dusk. 1970-1979 attendees/graduates/teachers – but ALL alumni are welcome! $20 entry fee includes food, provided by the Committee members.

Join our Facebook page: Columbia High School 70’s Reunion for more info and updates OR contact Caroline Lynch Zeyak at elvis628@nullfairpoint.net. Spread the word – see you there!

The Anchor Food Pantry would like to thank and acknowledge the local business of Brad Rose Landscaping-Rensselaer , NY for their recent-food/tolietry donation, and for their past donations at holiday times that have aided our mission of helping our client base during these recent unfortunate economic difficulties. It is reassuring to know the Anchor has a partner in our mission to assist others throughout the year.

We serve low-income individuals and families in and around the Poestenkill area. Open on the first and third Thursdays of each month from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. We offer a once-a-month three-day supply of food and non-food items of your choosing. We also carry wipes and diapers for infants and toddlers up to size six.

On a second monthly visit, we offer a partial food request of eggs, bread, milk card and fresh produce available plus a free extras table for you to choose from.

We invite you to come and check out what we offer and take home a supply of food to help your food dollars go further. We are located at the Evangelical Lutheran Church, 776 Rt. 351, Poestenkill, NY 12140. Any questions, call (518) 283-6045 and leave your name and phone number. Come and visit us.

The Anchor Food Pantry of Castleton is asking the citizens of Schodack if possible that any donations dropped off at either Schodack Town Hall -Town Clerks Office or Village of Castleton Village Hall for the month of August besides canned food items -we are asking for toiletry donations of soap,deodorant,toothpaste, shampoo, and toilet paper to aid our growing client base and expected requets for the the start of the academic school year. Items can be dropped off at these locations mentioned above during regular business hours.

Are you new to Stephentown? We would like to welcome you to town! Have you lived in Stephentown for a while, or forever? Come and mingle, and welcome some new residents!

We know how much community connections contribute to overall life satisfaction, so the Stephentown Memorial Library is looking forward to hosting this second in a series of new resident welcome receptions to help forge stronger community ties.

Join us on Sunday, August 6 from 11:00am -1:00pm for a Bagel Brunch at the Stephentown Memorial Library. During this casual welcome reception you can learn about local resources, tour the library, and make some new friends, while enjoying breakfast and beverages. If you like, bring one cup of your favorite fruit to add to a large community fruit salad for all to enjoy!

Bonus: Birds of Prey from Robinson’s Wildlife Lectures will follow the reception at 1:00pm under the tent on the library lawn. Don’t miss the chance to see raptors and other amazing birds in this live demonstration which is free to adults and children alike.

Last year’s new resident event was a great success. Let’s keep the momentum going. If you have a new neighbor, or know of a new family in town, please spread the word!

Help Support Local Charities – St. Jude the Apostle Knights of Columbus has teamed up with 6 Center Redemption located at 461 Main Avenue in Wynantskill to accept bottle and can donations that have a NYS deposit.

This is to support local charities and those in need.

• Bring your clean, NYS deposit empties to 6 Center Redemption in Wynantskill.

• Say they are to support the St. Jude the Apostle Knights of Columbus.

• They do the rest, that’s it!

Thank you for your support!

Extension offers “Using Herbs Throughout The Seasons”

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County will present the program “Using Herbs Throughout The Seasons” on Wednesday, August 9 from 7 to 8 PM. Join the Demonstration Garden Herb Garden Team for a discussion of the wonderful world of herbs. Learn about cultivation, preservation, and uses of these valuable plants. Tour the herb garden where you can see them as living specimens (not ground up in a jar). Enjoy sampling products made from herbs which you can make yourself.

This program is FREE to the public and will be held outdoors at the Demonstration Garden at the Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43, North Greenbush. Rain or inclement weather at the start of the program may cancel it. Limited seating provided; bring your own lawn chair. For more information contact Cornell Cooperative Extension at 518-272-4210 or mmp74@nullcornell.edu

HOOSICK, NY – A commemoration marking the anniversary of the Battle of Bennington will take place on Wednesday, August 16th at 7 pm at the Bennington Battlefield State Historic Site located on NY-67 in Hoosick, NY. Speakers from the Friends of the Bennington Battlefield will deliver brief remarks before a wreath laying and artillery salute.

The weekend prior, on August 12th & 13th guided tours will be offered hourly at 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm 3:00 pm & 4:00 pm.

This year marks the 246th anniversary of the Battle of Bennington. This important battle, “the compleatest Victory gain’d this War” as reported by one observer, was the turning point of the Saratoga Campaign, itself the turning point of the Revolutionary War.

Save the date for the Nassau Synagogue Summer Open Mic event on Sunday, August 6, 2023 at 7:00pm. The Nassau Synagogue is located at 12 Albany Avenue in the village of Nassau. Songwriters and poets of all ages, bring your guitars, instruments, (family appropriate) songs, poems and words to share for a memorable night! A sound system will be provided. Light refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public.

Come join us on August 5, 2023, for our 114th annual Summer Festival and Chicken BBQ at Zion’s United Church of Christ in Taborton (741 Taborton Road in Sand Lake).

Booths are open from 11:00am to 8:00pm and music by Cannonball Express with Gloria & Punky from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.

Games for both kids and adults include the fishpond, ring toss, milk bottle, duck float and dart booths. Enjoy our food and fancy booths and visit the raffle table with prizes from many local businesses.

Taborton Treasures offers our version of a large yard sale and there will be an auction in the early afternoon. Chicken BBQ ($15.00) will be served at 4:30 and 5:30pm. For reservations call Diane Hoffman at (518)674-2746 text (518) 649-5141.

Registration is open for the USATF sanctioned 37th Annual Run for the Roses 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Run on Sunday, August 13 at Grafton Lakes State Park. The event benefits Grafton Community Library, and includes a Kids’ 1 Mile Fun Run. Register online at www.finishright.com or download an application from www.graftoncommunitylibrary.org. Race course and more information is posted on the Grafton Library website. The 5K starts at 9 AM, with an early entry fee of $25. Day of race registration is $30. Fun Run starts at 10 AM, with a $10 entry fee. All registered 5K participants receive a tee-shirt, free book and a rose. Fun Run registrants receive a tee-shirt, book, ribbon and an ice cream certificate. Race applications are also available at Grafton Lakes State Park Office, phone 518 279-1155, and at the Grafton Community Library, located at 2455 NY Route 2, phone 518 279-0580.

The Auxiliary to East Greenbush VFW 7338 on Hays Road will be having their annual Craft/Vendor Fair on Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. Tables are available to be rented for $25 per 8′ table with 2 chairs. The Auxiliary will also have their giant raffle, 50/50 raffle, Bake Sale and the kitchen will be open for breakfast and lunch. Contact Lynda Essenter for more information and rental form at : schoolrn52@<DP>aol.com or (518) 248-0324.

The 4th Annual Car Wash to benefit the Stephentown Historical Society on Sunday, August 13th, will run from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at the New Scrub Board Laundromat and Car Wash, 15808 NY Route 22, Stephentown. For a mere $20, you will get your car lovingly washed ($10) and dried by hand ($5) as well as 6 raffle tickets ($5) for a chance to win half of a 50/50 raffle! In addition, you will find various historical albums, our new line of “Only Stephentown on Earth” T-Shirts, and other historical society merchandise and memorabilia.

The event also includes the Stephentown Federated Church’s tent, where the Son-Shiners will be holding their annual Garden and Bake Sale to benefit the Stephentown Federated Church. You’ll find freshly baked goodies like cookies, cupcakes, and banana bread as well as fresh vegetables picked from local gardens.

In the case of inclement weather, the rain date will be the following Sunday, August 20th, 2023.

Wally Stock will present ‘From the Record’ to the Stephentown Historical Society on Monday, August 5. The meeting is at 2:00 p.m. at the Heritage Center, 4 Staples Road, Stephentown, New York. Come and hear some songs, dance tunes and comedy from over a century ago. It is free and open to the public. The building is handicapped accessible. For directions, phone (518) 339-6485.

Stock, who has an enthusiastic appreciation for the music recorded in the early years of the industry, has amassed a collection of recordings from 1890 into the 1920s. He will play disc recordings on a 1907 Victor Model V talking machine with an external horn speaker, presenting a sampling from that era that will let you hear what your great-grandparents might have listened or danced to. Disc recordings began in 1895 and became widely popular by the early 1900s.

Stock owns Stock’s Piano Service, located in the old Brainard, New York, railroad station. He rebuilds, restores and services pianos of all ages. He grew up listening to his grandmother’s Victrola and has been collecting old recordings and the machines on which to play them for his personal enjoyment ever since.

Have you been putting off cleaning out those no longer used items in your kitchen, garage or basement? Let this be your incentive to get started! Church of the Covenant, the round church in Averill Park will be having its annual Indoor Yard Sale on Friday & Saturday, August 18th and 19th from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. We will be happy to accept your donations of kitchenware, toys, games, holiday decor, tools, sewing and craft supplies, etc. We cannot accept TVs, Computers, car seats. Save clothing and bedding, etc. for our rummage sale, Friday & Saturday, September 29th & 30th.

Items may be dropped off beginning Monday, August 7th – Wednesday, August 16th from 10 am – 3pm. Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you. We will be offering items for free at 1:30 pm on Saturday August 19th.

The Lansingburgh Historical Society, will be celebrating Herman Melville’s 205th Birthday on August 12, 2023 at the Herman Melville House located at 2 114th St., Troy, NY 12182.

Richard Matorro will be the guest speaker. The talk is titled “Herman Melville: “When in Doubt, Speculate”. He will also read from his book about Melville meeting Hawthorne while hiking up Monument Mountain.

Mr. Matarro will begin his talk at 10:30 am. The House, including the room Herman penned “Omoo” and “Typee” his first two novels, will be open for tours from noon to 2 pm. Birthday cupcakes will be served following the talk. A $10 donation is always appreciated.

On Sunday, August 20th,2023, a Benefit Cornhole Tournament will be held for Devin Mahoney at the Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus, 328 Troy-Schenectady Rd, Latham, N.Y. 12110.

Devin is 23 years old and a 2018 Graduate of Shaker High School who was recently diagnosed with an aggressive form of Bone Cancer.

Tournament info; 11 am Registration, 64 Teams max, $100 per team. 12 noon Start Time, Double Elimination.

1st Place $500, 2nd Place $250. Buffet Included with Team Registration. Registration Deadline August 16th, 2023 (no exceptions)!

Contact Doreen Weidman at 518 788 0102, dweids@nullnycap.rr.com

The SVFD Car Show is happening on Saturday, August 19 from 10 AM – 2 PM. Cruise on over to the Stephentown Fire Hall at 35 Grange Hall Road to check out the freshly detailed and buffed to the nine’s vehicles.

Antique Autos, Classic Cars, Antique Tractors, Hot Rods, and Antique Fire Trucks! Plus food, vendors, and raffles. There is something for everyone to enjoy.

The entry fee for vehi<FZ,6,7,34>cles is just $15. Door prizes and trophies will be awarded. Vendors are also welcome; tables are available for $20. Walk-ins and spectators enter for free, but a donation is suggested.

Interested in reserving a vendor table at the car show? Please email stephentownfiredepartment@nullgmail.com.

Rain date is Sunday, August 20.

Our Fall Festival committee is stirring things up this year and is excited to announce our First SOUPer competition will be held Saturday, October 14th starting at 11 am!!

Cash prizes will be awarded!! We will also have live entertainment and raffles all day!! Save the date and watch for more details to follow soon!!

Let’s Get All Together Now on Aug 12th

Help the Sand Lake Town Library Friends celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Program and UHLS’ Expedition with activities and fun for everyone beginning at 10am on Saturday, August 12th. Following the theme “All Together Now,” it’s a celebration of our town and all it has to offer. 4J’s Farm will be there with a petting zoo of baby goats, rabbits, and chicks. We’ll have coffee from local shops and donuts to decorate or color. Come and make a “map of memories” or art with recycled books. You may even meet a local author, eat some ice cream or solve some book-related puzzles! There’s something for everyone so bring a family member or friend with you. Email us at sltlfriends@nullgmail.com if you have questions. We look forward to seeing you on 8/12 from 10-11:30am at the Sand Lake Town Library!

Art & A Story: Edward the Emu – Wed. 8/9 at 4:30 PM. Children are invited to the library to hear the story of Edward the Emu, written by Sheena Knowles, and then create their own emu art! We’ll be using crayons and markers for this guided art project, best suited for children 7+. Registration is greatly appreciated.

Dominoes Chain Reaction Challenge – Thurs. 8/10 drop in any time from 3:00 – 5:00 PM. Creating a dominoes chain reaction is a great way to highlight STEM topics such as force, kinetic and potential energy, and momentum. Successful builders will also need to utilize coordination, patience, and creativity, but the best part of dominoes chain reactions is that they are FUN! Join us at the library to test your engineering skills. Follow the ideas on our challenge cards or create your own dominoes trail designs then topple them all with a single chain reaction.

Watercolor Skylines: Venice – Tues. 8/15 at 3:00 PM. Participants will listen to a story about Venice and then use watercolors to paint a background for the city skyline silhouette. This program is open to all ages, but best suited for ages 7+. Registration is not required but would be greatly appreciated!

Make Your Own Magical Fairy Garden Terrarium – Wed. 8/16 at 6:00 PM. Children are invited to join Ms. Phil for another fun STEM program where they’ll learn about the water cycle while making their our own terrarium from a recycled plastic bottle. Registration is required for this program as space and supplies are limited.

Great (BIG) Games – Thurs. 8/17 drop in any time from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. Bring your own blanket and spread out on the library lawn for great big fun with our Great (BIG) Games! An assortment of jumbo sized classic board games will be available. Game selection is suitable for all ages from preschool – adult. No registration required.

For more information on Poestenkill Library programs please visit www.PoestenkillLibrary.org/calendar/ or give us a call at 518-283-3721.

Sand Lake Town Library Events

New! Learn Origami Thursday afternoons at 3pm. Drop-in; ages 12 – adult. Taught by one of our teen volunteers.Kids Movie Night, Monday, August 7, 6 – 7:45pm. Popcorn and juice provided.

Science Tuesdays: August 8 at 2pm. Lava lamps and more. First – Fifth grade.

Lego Club Tuesdays 3:00 – 6:00. We have the blocks, you supply the imagination!

Storytime Wednesdays at 11am through August 16.

Summer Reading Wrap Party August 12, 10 – 11:30am. Celebrate our summer readers with a Petting Zoo and much more! All ages; everyone welcome!

Crafternoon Tuesday, August 22, 2 – 3pm for Grades 3 – 6.

SLTL Friends Meeting, Tuesday, August 22 at 6:30pm

Book Club will meet Wednesday, Aug. 2 to discuss “The Personal Librarian” by Marie Benedict.

Note: SLTL Board meeting date for August will be Thursday, August 31 at 6:45pm.

Museum passes are available for The Clark, MASS MoCA, Hancock Shaker Village, Norman Rockwell Museum, & the Albany Institute of History and Art.

Check the Community Calendar at sandlaketownlibrary.org for events around town. Submit non-profit community events to info@nullsandlaketownlibrary.org with the subject “calendar.”

Located at 8428 Miller Hill Road, Averill Park. Hours: M-TH 11 – 8; F 11 – 4; Sat 10 – 2. Call 518-674-5050 with questions or to register for programs.

Troy Public Library (Main) is located at 100 2nd Street, Troy, NY. The Lansingburgh Branch is located at 27 114th Street, Troy, NY. All events are free and open to the public. Registration may be required and is designated with an “RR.” Call (518) 274-7071 with any questions or to register.

Children’s & Adult Summer Reading begins June 26, 2023 and runs through August 14, 2023. Join this fun adventure and complete unique reading missions, all while attending special summer events and programs. Both programs have fun prizes for those that complete their goals!

Chair Yoga – Mon, Aug 7, 1:00 p.m (Lansingburgh) A class that is focused on a gentler style of hatha yoga practice. It is performed using a chair for balance and support. RR

Hudson Valley Reptile & Rescue – Tues, Aug 8, 11:00 a.m. (Main) Stop by to see live lizards, snakes, and tortoises and learn how they adapt to survive!

Teen Game Night – Tues, Aug 8, 6:00 p.m. (Main) Come to the library for some free games and snacks! For teens ages 13-18.

Wildflower Seed Ball Class – Wed, Aug 9, 3:00 p.m. (Lansingburgh) Learn all about the interesting insects and bugs that find their way into the wildflower patches, as well as seed germination, flower pollinations, and other awesome things that happen. Participants will then make wild seed balls. Ages 3+.

Drop-In Tech Help – Thurs, Aug 10, 10:00-11:00 p.m. (Main) Bring your phone, tablet, laptop, or questions about devices, apps, email, and more. Tech Help is available on a first-come-first-served basis, every Thursday from 10-11 a.m.

Magnetic Magic – Thurs, Aug 10, 12:00 p.m. (Lansingburgh) Use magnetic wands to explore magnetic fields’ attracting and repelling forces, confuse compass needles, and magnetize paper clips! Ages 5-11.

ValleyCats Meet & Greet – Fri, Aug 11, 11:00 a.m. (Main) Meet Southpaw the ValleyCats’ mascot, and share a story! Ages 3+.

CPL is located at 85 S. Main St., Castleton, NY. All events are free. Questions? Call 518-732-0879.

Events & Take-Home Kit:

Take & Make: Make a Multi-Colored Crayon – Kits available for pick-up 8/7 through 8/12 – Melt down a variety of crayon pieces to make your own big multi-colored crayon!

Cool Science: Lava Lamps – Mon., 8/7, 3:00-5:00pm – Make your own simple lava lamp to take home!

After Dinner Book Club – Mon., 8/7, 7:00pm – This month’s book is Infinite Country: A Novel by Patricia Engel.

Marble Run Fun – Tue., 8/8, 12:00-8:00pm

Pajama Storytime – Tue., 8/8, 6:00pm – Wear your pajamas or bring a stuffed animal to this storytime! Ages birth-8.

Beginner Yoga – Tue., 8/8, 6:30pm – Join us for an indoor yoga class geared toward adult beginners. Please bring your own mat.

The Science of Dry Ice – Wed., 8/9, 6:00pm – Explore states of matter with super-cold chemical ice! With MiSci. For ages 6-14.

Special Visitor Storytime: Smoothies – Thu., 8/10, 10:30am – We’ll read a story about food, then learn about making fruit smoothies with local YouTuber Suzanne Ridgeway from Lettuce Eat!

Giant Connect Four – Thu., 8/10, 12:00-6:00pm

Build with Keva Planks – Fri., 8/11, 10:00am-6:00pm

Bridge Club – Fri., 8/11, 10:30am – Come play bridge with us! Geared toward beginners.

Monarch Butterfly Craft & Story at Schodack Island State Park – Fri., 8/11, 4:00pm – Location: Riverview Pavilion, Schodack Island State Park, 1 Schodack Island Way, Schodack Landing, NY 12156.

Join an educator from the park and staff from the library to learn all about monarch butterflies! We’ll read a story about monarchs, create a monarch craft, and see monarch caterpillars! Age range 2-12. Pre-registration required – call 518-732-0187.

Sweet Structures – Sat., 8/12, 11:00am-3:00pm – Use gumdrops and toothpicks to build the sweetest structure you can! Ages 5 and up.

Vendors Wanted!

The Latham-Colonie Columbiettes, 328 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, N.Y., 12110, are hosting their Annual Craft Fair on Saturday, September 16th, 2023 from 9 am-3:30 pm.

The Event is Rain or Shine! Spaces available are Indoor ($25), Outdoor Covered ($25) and Outdoor with your own Pop-up ($30, with electric $40)

Information; klmajer@nulloutlook.com or www.lathamcoloniekofc.com/dinners-events.

Hunting Licenses and DMP (doe permits) are now available and the new guides are in. We are open Mon – Fri 9-4:00. If you can’t make it in during these hours call me and I will make arrangements to get your license to you. We <FZ,2,0,36>have been assured by DEC there is no advantage to applying for DMPs early. Customers have the same chance of being selected for a DMP throughout the entire application period (8/1/23 – 10/01/23. If you are a landowner with 50 or more contiguous acres of land within the WMU Unit please be sure you know your SWIS Code and tax map number which can be found on your tax bill.

Don’t forget Concerts in the Park every Thursday. Food trucks, lemonade and ice cream on site. Concerts start at 6:30. This week features Joe Adee & the Lug Nuts, a mix of Blues, Southern Rock, R&B and Old Country. Get out of the house and enjoy an evening of entertainment.

Reminder, we are a full passport agency, including photos. Passports are done by appointment only. Due to a back log at US Dept of State routine processing time is taking up to 17 weeks and expedited (for an additional $60 fee) is up to 9 weeks. Please take this into consideration when making travel arrangements.

We are planning another Shredding Day in October. We hope to join forces with adjacent towns to defray the cost. More to come on this later.

Any questions checkout our website: townofsandlake.us or call me Barbara Hansen, Town Clerk, 518-674-2026 Ext. 122

Enjoy signature cocktails, captivating conversation, and an array of scrumptious hors d’oeuvres at the “Cocktails in the Garden” fundraiser hosted by the North Chatham Free Library on Saturday, August 19, from 5 to 8 P.M. in the library garden.

The cost per person is $50 and reservations are required by Sunday, August 12 due to limited space. To secure a spot, simply sign-up on the library’s updated website at: https://northchathamlibrary.org/about/fundraising/fundraising-events/

“This delightful event brings members of the community together to enjoy one another’s company and at the same time, ensure the library’s continued growth and services for our community,” said Linda Romeo, Chairperson for Cocktails in the Garden.

Updates from Poestenkill Town Councilman Wohlleber

Water District – The Town Water Manager reported that his department is changing out antennas which are no longer working for residents in the water district. It’s estimated that nearly 60 antennas may need to be replaced due to the latest reading.

Library – the library requested a “one time” payment for their budget due to rising costs and increased demand for library’s services. Supervisor Hammond made a motion for the town to supply the funds, which was seconded by Councilman Van Slyke. The motion did not pass, with Councilmember Butler, Hass and Wohlleber voting no. The library has the authority to present budget increases to all town voters during general elections.

<FZ,1,0,34>The Town Board unanimously passed a resolution rescinding and confirming that the Town of Poestenkill will not pursue a lease agreement for the premises located at 9002 NY Route 66 for the purpose of establishing and maintaining a shelter for dogs.

The Town Board unanimously passed a resolution authorizing the preparation and service of a notice of claim. The notice of claim is on behalf of the Town of Poestenkill to the Averill Park Central School District with respect to all legal and/or equitable rights and remedies with respect to groundwater contamination and costs incurred by the Town which may be incurred by the Town with respect to the proposed Water District #2.

The Highway Superintendent informed the Board that the grant submitted for work on a new Reichard Farm Road bridge had been denied by the state. This is the third time the Town has been unsuccessful in securing state funding for this bridge replacement. The Highway Superintendent informed the board that the cost of a new bridge is likely between $500,000-$700,000.

The next Town Board Meeting will be Thursday, August 10 at 7pm.

Grafton Senior Center

Grafton- Everett Wagar Senior Center. 518-279-3413.

Monday and Friday, 10AM Chair Yoga. Thursdays 10:30 AM cornhole. Tuesday and Thursday at 12 Noon is Congregate lunch, eat in or grab and go.

Upcoming Events and Activities:

August 8th- 11AM Senior Meeting, Hair, Mani/Pedi by appointment only. Lunch at noon followed by Birthday Celebration & Trivia game at 12:30.

August 9th- Legal Aid by Appointment only. August 15th- Eat Smart Demo at 11:00.

Join us August 17th for the Northern Tier Picnic, St Stanislaw Polish Hall in Hoosick Falls, 10:00 – 2:30.

Our next Eastside Meeting will be held August 8th, 1PM at the American Legion Hall in Wynantskill. We start with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by our meeting, refreshments & games. Come have some fun & meet new friends. Our next upcoming event is on September 27th, Lake George Steamboat Cruise, including transportation & lunch buffet. Cost will be $50.00. Any questions contact, Lynne Gould 518-650-6829.

Wednesday August 2nd starts our month off w/ Hawaiian Turkey Burger and make your own Stewarts Sundae.

Thursday, August 10th: Crab Meat Salad Cold Plate and Root Beer Float.

Tuesday, August 15th: Special Dinner With Donny Elvis. Chicken Parm w/ Pasta Birthday Cake and Ice Cream. Happy Birthday Donny Elvis.

Monday, August 28th: Lemon Garlic Cod And Strawberry Shortcake.

Join us for the month of August. We are a nutrition site and are very proud of our menu. Menu is planned and designed monthly by Joshua Shepard in Troy. Glen Browning is our Site Manager and Chef that puts that little something extra into the <FZ,2,0,34>preparation of our meals. “Love” our kitchen aides Lilly and Sharon helping prepare and plate our meals, and our luncheon guests our simply the best. Come join us. We are located on East and Herrick Streets in Rensselaer. We are open 9-3pm Monday Thru Friday. (518) 463-2166.

The Rensselaer Senior Center Bowling League is looking for new senior bowlers for the upcoming 2023-2024 season starting Tuesday, Sept. 5th. We bowl every Tuesday starting at noon for 28 weeks at the East Greenbush Bowling Center on Columbia Turnpike. Individuals have to be 60 years old to join the Rensselaer Senior Center. This is a fun, relaxed, no-pressure league open to all bowlers from beginners to experts. For more information, please call Frank Putallaz at (518)477-4412..

Join the Rensselaer County Senior Center as we enjoy a beautiful afternoon at the Lake George Dinner Theatre.

This year’s play is “Shear Madness” directed by Bruce Jordan, set in a unisex hair salon. This zany comedy is filled with spontaneous improvisational humor so every performance is different. Shear Madness has become an international comedy hit and has been produced in over 70 states and countries. Don’t miss this show. Dinner Choices are Medallions of beef with mushroom demi–glaze, Chicken Piccata with Lemon Caper sauce, Seared Salmon with Lemon Beurre Blanc sauce, Vegetarian (pasta with Vegetable) (gluten free upon request.) All Entrees served with salad, rolls, fingerling potatoes, vegetable, dessert, coffee or hot tea and are gluten free.

You know what they say about laughter “it’s the Best Medicine”

Farmers Market Coupons are in at the Rensselaer County Rensselaer Senior Center in Rensselaer. If you are 60 years or older and your monthly income is at or below:

1 person household 2,248 a month

2 person household 3,041 a month

3 person household 3,833 a month…

You are eligible for $20 in free farmers market coupons. Call for More Information (518) 463-2166, 9-3 Monday thru Friday, We are located on East and Herrick Streets in Rensselaer across from Amtrak.

For the last 3 years you girls have broken records in crocheting Shawls, Lap robes, Hats, Scarfs, Booties and Quilts. Although it is early it seems the donations of items for our nursing homes has slowed. I have some yarn here and are always happy to receive donations of yarn for this project.

I realize this is a unique talent and am hoping there are some talented hookers looking for a volunteer experience. Your generosity of time and talent makes such a difference in the lives of our seniors in Nursing Homes.

Christmas can be a time of great happiness or Great Sadness. In 2022 we delivered 260 gift bags to local Nursing Homes, I can assure you you put smiles on many faces. Please join us this year in making another broken record of gifts to our seniors. Let them know they are not forgotten. Shawls are 20 x 55 and Lap robes are 44×34. Donations of yarn are greatly appreciated. We are open M-F 9am to 3pm. We are located on East and Herrick streets in Rensselaer. Call (518) 463-2166 for more information.

Have you switched the seasons over in your closet? If you didn’t wear it last summer you probably won’t wear it this summer. Donate to our Boutique at the Rensselaer Area Senior Service Center. All proceeds go towards senior programs. We are now accepting quality Spring and Summer clothes as well as quality Fall and Winter clothes. If you gained weight over a very social summer, don’t pack it away… you deserve a shopping spree when you reach your ideal weight again. And You Will”. We greatly appreciate you. We are located on East and Herrick Street across the street from Amtrak Train Station. We are open 9am to 3pm. (518) 463-2166.

Lebanon Valley Seniors meet the 1st and 3rd fridays at the New Lebanon firehouse. New members are always welcome .

You do not need to be a resident of New Lebanon to join. Membership is just $10 a year. The backpack program, veterans project, community Christmas angels are just a few things we help support, so come help us support them when we do fundraisers. We have a few upcoming events a BQ, Lakeview lunch, show at Machaydn theater, fall CT train ride and lunch, octoberfest luncheon.

For information please call Mary Defreest at 518-733-0009. All bus trips are open to New Lebanon residents 55 and over. All non bus related events you need to be a member, but for just $10.00 a year you can enjoy everything. So please come and be a member of our New Lebanon Senior Citizens.

The Sand Lake Seniors have put together a 3 days/2nights trip to Niagara Falls, Canadian side for Oct 16th through the 18th.

A valid ENHANCED Driver’s License or a current PASSPORT is required. We will be staying at the Holiday Inn Fallsview which is across the street from the Fallsview Casino (Bonus $35/pp).

Two breakfasts and 2 dinners are included one of which is at the Skylon Tower. Enjoy the 20 minute Hornblower Cruise of the Falls! There is a guided full day tour of historic Niagara on the Lake where you can lunch on your own followed by a wine tasting at a local vineyard.

A ride on the Skywheel prior to departure for home as well as a Duty Free stop at the border.

All taxes, meal and driver gratuities are included in the price: $509/pp/DBL, $639/pp/SNG, $499/pp/TPL. Contact Bette Bieg 518-663-8292 for reservations or questions.

Join The Rensselaer County Senior Center on the first Tuesday of every month to have lunch with our Mayor.

Mike Stammel is a servant of the people and on this day he may be litterly serving you lunch and inform you of what’s happening in the City of Rensselaer and County. This is a great opportunity for a round table discussion on issues that could be of interest to you. Call to make a reservation (518) 463-2166.

Are you an active senior with an active bladder! Do you always have the urge to go? On a strong water pill? Special underwear can be very costly. We have an assortment of sizes for men and women.

Call and ask for Gloria at The Rensselaer County Senior Center. We would like to help at no cost to you. Call the Rensselaer Senior Center (518) 463-2166 9am to 3pm Monday thru Friday. We are located on East and Herrick Streets.