Your Community 09.21.23

Board of Elections – The Minority Legislators introduced a resolution (P/372/23) urging the Republican Majority to fill the eight-month long vacancy of the Commissioner’s position in the Board of Elections. Republican Commissioner Jason Schofield was indicted and arrested on federal charges of voter fraud in September 2022, and pled guilty to 12 counts of voter fraud on January 11, 2023; he resigned on December 28, 2022, and his position has remained vacant ever since. NYS Election Law 3-204 requires that the position be filled to maintain the functional and bipartisan nature of the County Board of Elections. This resolution failed along party lines.

Health – The Legislature unanimously passed two resolutions accepting annual grant funding for the Adolescent Tobacco Enforcement program (ATUPA). This grant is used to pay for underage <FZ,2,0,61>tobacco purchase sting operations in collaboration with the Sheriff’s Department.

A separate resolution accepting funds from the opioid settlement was also passed, and the funds will offset costs associated with Narcan training, outreach and education, and post mortems.

Van Rensselaer Manor (VRM) – Several annual contracts were extended for 2024, including the 33rd year of a contract with HVCC to offer mandatory training and curriculum updates to VRM staff.

Highway – A multitude of resolutions were unanimously approved which authorize the Highway Department to purchase several trucks, a sweeper and a message board, as well as other necessary items to replace aged out equipment in order to properly perform highway operations.

NEXT MEETING – Tuesday, October 10, 2023 in the Rensselaer County Chambers located at 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush.

PUBLIC FORUM – Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

Residents are welcome to contact our office at 518 270-2890.

www.rensselaercounty.org & follow us on Facebook: “Rensselaer County Legislature – Democratic Team”

A public hearing was held regarding the sewer district extension at 24 North Road to the North Greenbush Consolidated Sewer District. The sewer district was approved.

The Town Board approved to schedule a Public Hearing for new income limits for the Senior Citizen Exemption and Low-Income Disability exemptions effective for 2024. The hearing is scheduled for 10/12/23 @ 6:45pm at Town Hall.

A Public Hearing for the proposed Pheasant Lane & Meadowlark Lane Sewer District Extension of the North Greenbush Consolidated Sewer District. A hearing will be scheduled for 10/12/23 @ 6:50pm.

The Town Board recognized September 11, 2023 as a day of service and remembrance.

The 2024 Tentative Budget meeting has been scheduled for 10/2/23 at 8am.

The Town Board approved the Audit of the Town Financial Statement for fiscal year 2022.

The Town Board approved the purchase of a 2023 police vehicle to replace a 2017 vehicle

The Town Comptroller presented necessary budget adjustments for 2023. Adjustments are needed due to the increase in costs for software and vehicles. The Town Board approved the budget adjustments.

Community Day will be held on 10/7/23 and the Halloween parade will be 10/29/23.

The Winner of the Best of Wynantskill Award was the North Greenbush Highway Department. Thanks for all of your hard work.

Update provided on the Snyder’s Lake Beach Project. The project is half way completed with anticipated completion by the end of November.

Lastly, three emergency medical technicians from the North Greenbush Ambulance were recognized for their life saving assistance and professionalism. Thank you for giving excellent care to the residents of the Town of North Greenbush.

Next Town Meetings are scheduled for:

•Planning Board 9/25/23 at 6:30PM

•Zoning Board 10/11//23 at 6:30PM

•Town Board 10/12/23 at 7:00PM

Stop on Red, Kids Ahead

Councilman Jack Rogers

Town of North Greenbush Community Day Announced

Supervisor Joe Bott is happy to announce our annual Community Day on Saturday, October 7th from 11am to 3pm at Town Hall, 2 Douglas Street in Wynantskill.

All residents are invited to attend. The purpose of Community Day is to meet and talk with members of our North Greenbush Police Department, Wynantskill Fire Department, Defreestville Fire Department, North Greenbush Ambulance, Rensselaer County Mental Health and County Health Department staff, Rensselaer County Sheriff, Rensselaer County Search and Rescue (Dogs), Rensselaer County Stop DWI, New York State Dive Team, New York State Police Helicopter, SORT and Capital District Transportation Authority.

Deputy Supervisor Kelly Hoffman, Chair of the Town’s Public Safety Committee, encourages residents to attend this free event for a hands-on, interactive event with our first responder partners and other services provided throughout the town. A special thanks for Len Johnson and Bonnie Bangburn for their help in organizing this event once again. There will be food and refreshments by our Ladies Auxiliary. Due to other police animals being in attendance, no pets will be allowed. If you have any questions, please call the Town Supervisor’s office at (518) 283-5313, x5.

The Kiwanis Club of East Greenbush is proud to sponsor a Touch-a-Truck event at Becker’s Farm on Saturday, September 30th from 10 am – 2 pm. Come check out a fire truck, a police car, a tractor, a school bus, and other vehicles. This family-friendly event is free and open to all ages. There will also be a face painter, food truck, and pumpkin painting for purchase. Kids will love the pumpkin patch playground and/or a hayride. This event will be held rain or shine. Kiwanis has free giveaways for the first 100 kids.

The Alumni Association of Rensselaer NY schools is having a hot dog picnic at the Schodack Town Park on Sunday, Sept. 24, from noon- 4 p.m. for all association members and their families. Enjoy lawn games, lemonade, iced tea, and a hot dog with us! Bring a snack to share and enjoy the afternoon with us! If you plan on attending, please email us at alumniassociation@nullrcsd.k12.ny.us. Hope to see you there!

At the First United Methodist Church, 1 Gilligan Rd. East Greenbush, September 22, 7:00-8:30 p m.

We’ll welcome in the Autumn season with friends and performers sharing Friday evening with music, stories and possibly jokes by the Mistress of Chatter. There will also be delicious tidbits. Donations at the door help support families in need in our community. Hope to see you there.

The first week of school has been filled with class presentations, open houses, and much more. We are excited to see what our students accomplish this year!

The District is holding four Community Engagement Forums throughout the school year to keep our students, staff members, and community members informed on important topics. The next forum will take place in the coming months. Please keep an eye on our website and social media platforms for information about the forums and how to RSVP.

Poestenkill Elementary School has installed a new memorial sculpture at the front entrance of the building in honor of longtime teacher Ellen Roy. A rock garden will surround the sculpture. Community members and students are welcome to create a painted rock at home and bring it to PES to add to the rock garden. Thank you to all who were involved in creating this memorial.

As always, for the latest news from the District, please visit our website – averillpark.k12.ny.us. You can also follow AP on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Submitted by Dr. James Franchini, Averill Park CSD Superintendent

Grafton Lakes State Park will host a trail maintenance and gardening event on Saturday, September 23rd. The summer has ended, and the park could use your help! Get a good work out in doing some trail maintenance or bring out the whole family to help with gardening. Participants will receive free entry into the park for the day in gratitude for their services. The event will take place from 8:30am-12pm.

Do you love hiking at Grafton Lakes? Do you want to start the kids young getting them interested in the outdoors and gardening? Has the park been an outdoor haven for you? Come out and give back a few hours to restore the trails and weed our gardens. Participants are encouraged to bring lots of water, good shoes, and gloves.

Pre-registration is encouraged for this event. To register, call 518-279-1155. Bring your own lunch and enjoy the park for free after the event.

Grafton Lakes State Park is located off of Route 2, twelve miles east of Troy, New York. Please use the park’s main entrance on Grafton Lakes State Park Way for this event. There is no entrance fee for this event. For more information, please call the park at 518-279-1155.

The Greenbush Garden club will be offering a pre<FZ,3,7,61>sentation on soil revitalization October 3rd, 6:30 PM at the East Greenbush Library. Presented by Jean Howard, Master Gardener for Rensselaer County CCE, the program is free and open to the public. Register on library website. The garden club is also welcoming new members.

“The Our Lady of Victory Columbiettes of Troy will be hosting a Vendor & Craft Fair on, Saturday, October 7, 2023 from 9A.M – 3 P.M.

Spaces are $30.00 per space, and includes 1 table & 2 chairs. Those who are interested may contact Louise for a registration form by e-mail at olv_columbiettes_events@nullaol.com.

We are located at 55 North Lake Ave., Troy. We are handicap accessible”.

Calling all kids! If you want to have fun and develop a deeper relationship with God, then this is the place for you! AWANA is a program for children ages 3 years through elementary school, and we are meeting at Brunswick Church on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 – 7:30 PM. The program will kick off on September 27 with a cookout and open house at 5:30 PM, and then the first regular club night will be October 4 at 6:00 PM. Any children in the community are welcome to join in the fun! Brunswick Church is located on White Church Road just off Rt. 351. For more information, please contact Lisa Beyer at 518-339-2626 or Lisa.Beyer23@nullgmail.com

The Evangelical Lutheran Church located at 772 NY Hwy 351 in Poestenkill is now offering a casual “come as you are” evening worship with communion on the first and third Thursdays of every month at 6:45 pm. Please feel free to join us for this time of prayer and reflection.

Evergreen Association of Wynantskill, N.Y. will hold its annual meeting on Monday, September 25th 2 at 6:30 pm at the North Greenbush Town Office Building, located on Main avenue in Wynantskill. (use back entrance ). If you are a Deed Holder or Family member of lot owners, We invite you to attend this meeting. We are in need of new volunteers and help in keeping our cemetery well taken care of. Many lots are still available for purchase for cremations or burials. We will be having fundraisers throughout the year to help with the cost of maintenance. Please come and see where you can help or send your donation to: PO Box 2 Wynantskill, NY 12198.

Questions call Bonnie Beaulieu at 518-283-4304.

10th Annual 5 Arts Show and Sale, Friday, September 22, 2-6 & Saturday, September 23, 10-4. 166 Sharpe Rd, Wynantskill. 9 different artists: Pottery, Woodworking, Jewelry, Handweaving and more.

On October 14,2023, the Lansingburgh Historical Society and Oakwood Cemetery will host a joint Cemetery tour from 9:00 to noon, of the resting places of Lansingburgh’s pre-Revolutionary War founding family as well as of those people who made Lansingburgh an early commercial powerhouse. Well-known local Historian, Michael Barrett will present the tour. Pre-paid registration of $20/per person is required.

Call 518-328-0090 to make your reservations. The tour is limited to 25 people. In addition, the Melville House at 2 114th St., Troy, NY, will be open for tours from 1 to 3 with cider and donuts.

On Sunday, September 24th 2023, at 1:30 PM, the Capital District Chapter Columbiettes will host their September meeting at the Cohoes Knights of Columbus Council, 255 Remsen Street, Cohoes, N.Y., 12047 (Directions; I 787 to Columbia Street Exit, west to Remsen Street, South to 255 Remsen St).

Capital District Chapter President, Linda Cotch will preside! The Financial Audit will be held after the Business Session.

Tamarac Wrestling is hosting a Fall Festival on Saturday, September 30th at the Tamarac High School located at 3992 NY 2, Troy, NY.

We are looking for Homemade Crafters and Direct Sales Vendors. Only one rep for each direct sales company allowed. This event will be held inside. Spaces cost $35/each and are 10’x10’ or 4’x6’ and you must bring your own tables, chairs and displays.

For more information on being a vendor email: wrestlingfallfest@nullgmail.com. Please tell us in your email what you would like to sell at the event.

Rummage Sale and Food/Bake Sale at the Pittstown United Methodist Church Hall, located just of NY Route 7 in the village of Pittstown, NY on Friday, September 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Saturday, September 23 from 9:30 to 1:00 p.m.

Bag Sale on Saturday only. $2.00 per bag. Buy 2 bags and get 1 bag free. For information and to schedule a time to drop off items contact Herb at 518-753-4427.

The Kiwanis Club of Troy is holding their 26th Annual Fresh Florida Fruit Fundraiser.

Call today to reserve your 20 lb. cases of either Navel Oranges, Ruby Red Grapefruits or Mixed Cases of Both.

We kept the price at $28 per case. Most others are charging $35+.

The fruit will be picked fresh from the Florida groves and shipped directly to the Troy area for your enjoyment or holiday giving!!! All should arrive in Troy around the 6-8th of December.

Call Dean at 518-322-0826. Help fund needed projects for Troy area kids! All orders are due by Sunday, November 19th.

The annual Harvest Festival at the First Reformed Church in Wynantskill returns on Saturday, October 14, from 10 AM to 2 PM. This community event will feature homemade crafts, home-canned goods, bake sale, “second chances” (new and gently used items), and the K-9 unit and Safe Child Program from the Rensselaer County Sheriff’s Department. Free activities for kids will include pumpkin decorating, cookie decorating, and magic tricks. You may also order your holiday pies and our famous frozen meals. To keep up your energy, our snack bar will include walking tacos, a baked potato bar, hot dogs, chili, hot and cold drinks, and warm apple crisp with ice cream. We will also be collecting donations of new (purchased or handmade) hats, mittens, and scarves to be distributed to local organizations if you would like to contribute.

Don’t miss the excitement of the latest version of our Harvest Festival on <FZ,4,0,61>Saturday, October 14, from 10 AM to 2 PM. First Reformed Church is located at the corner of Main Avenue (Route 66) and Church Street in Wynantskill. For questions or directions, please call 518-283-4420.

Octoberfest comes to Melvin Roads American Legion on Sunday, October 1st, 2023. Classic German Food from Class Act Catering. German music by Herb Liebenhagen and his band.

We are raffling gift baskets to support Patriot Flight, a 50/50 and a Basket of Cheer. Enjoy a fall day outside in our parking lot at 200 Columbia Turnpike (RT 9 & RT 20), East Greenbush, inside if it rains. Serving Sam Adams Octoberfest. Join us for a fun-filled family event.

Church of the Covenant is getting ready for our ever popular rummage sale. Donations may be brought to church beginning Monday, September 18 through Wednesday, September 27, from 9:30 am – 3:00 pm.

We will be accepting clothing for the entire family along with bedding, towels, curtains and sewing supplies and fabric. Sale dates are Friday and Saturday, September 29 and 30, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm.

There will be a $3/$5 bag sale at noon on Saturday. We are looking forward to seeing our many friends and would love to see some new faces to show you what a wonderful sale that we have. FMI 518-674-3664.

10/1/2023 1:00-4:00. Brunswick Elk’s Lodge, 665 Brunswick Rd. (Rt. 2). Full turkey dinner $15.00, eat in or takeout. Raffles & 50/50. Cash or Venmo.

Reservations andd/or donations call or text Michelle 518 229-8273 or call Bonnie, 518 286-1645.

It’s time to make some decorative items for your home or for gift giving! The Sand Lake Town Library Friends invite you to make a toilet paper pumpkin Oct. 5th at 1:30pm.

All you need is a “fat quarter” of fabric and we’ll provide the rest.

Or join us to make a Quick & Easy Table Runner either Oct. 11th at 6:30pm or Oct. 12th at 1:30pm. Bring 2 different fabrics that complement each other (1/3 yard for the top 1/2 for the bottom) and matching thread if you have it.

Stop by or call the library at 518-674-5050 to register. Email us at sltlfriends@nullgmail.com – we’re always looking for new Friends who want to help the library.

498 McClellan Road, Nassau, September 30, 2023. 11:00AM – 3:00PM.

The public is welcome to visit Nassau Ambulance’s open house.

Meet your local first responders and view the ambulances and EMS equipment available in case of an emergency.

Talk to us about what is required to become a volunteer member accredited and eligible to perform EMS services in our community.

Light refreshments will be available as well as “Bake Cheesy”, a local food truck.

A coloring table will be set up with a free coloring book and Jump & Shout will also be there with a bounce slide to help entertain the children.

There will be a flu / COVID clinic sponsored by Sacred Heart Church Health Ministry on October 8, 2023 from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Castleton Ambulance Building, 1700 Brookview Road, Castleton, New York. Under 65 and Over 65 flu shots and the new Moderna COVID booster will be provided by Young’s Pharmacy of Averill Park. Shots are free with insurance. Please bring proof of insurance. Registration is necessary. Call 518-732-2155 or email sacredheart1877@nullgmail.com before Wednesday, October 4, 2023 to register and indicate the shots you wish to receive.

Join the Sand Lake Garden Club on Thursday, Sept. 28 at the Sand Lake Town Hall for a program on ” Kitchen Herbs – Myth, Magic, and Folklore”. Janis Fallon will discuss the traditional, historical, and medicinal uses of herbs [ along with some downright shocking uses for herbs ] You will learn how to grow them along with some simple recipes for health and wellness. Janice is a Rensselaer County Master Gardener as well as an environmental attorney and engineer who has spent decades working with herbs – remedies, recipes, projects, etc. The program will start at 6PM with refreshments followed by our talk and business meeting at 6:30. All are welcome – hope to see you on the 28th!

If you play a musical instrument, the Averill Park Community Orchestra is excited to be starting rehearsals on Wednesday, September 29th, and we are looking for new members! If you or someone you know plays an orchestral instrument (strings, woodwinds, brass, or percussion) and may be interested in joining, please call or text Christina Desmond at 518-948-0565. We are especially in need of string players (violin, viola, cello, string bass), as well as French Horn.

APCO rehearses at Algonquin Middle School in Averill Park on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 – 8:30, and we anticipate performing three concerts this year, one in December and two in the spring. Rehearsals begin September 14th, and we will accept new members through early October in preparation for our performance on December 16th (snow date December 17th). You can also find us on Facebook or check out our website at apcorchestra.org. We look forward to hearing from you!

The Spiegle-Elders Seniors in Brunswick are planning a trip to the “Finger Lake’s” on Oct. 11, 12, 13th 2023. Cost is $479.00. 3 nights, 2 days. Package includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts,1 dinner, Corning Glass Museum, Willard Memorial Chapel, Sonnnenberg Mansion & Gardens, Finger Lakes Winery Tour & Tasting, National Soaring Museum, Huge Amish Store, Scenic Lake Cruise and Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack. Souvenir Gift, Luggage Handling,

All taxes & Meal Gratuities, Motorcoach Transportation. If interested & sign-up Call: Bert Latimore at 518-235-1325.

On Friday, September 22nd, at 7:00 PM the last of our Summer Music Concert Series will take place. It will feature organ music by Justan Foster on the church’s recently installed, state of the art organ. It will take place in the air-conditioned sanctuary of The Greenbush Reformed Church, 688 Columbia Tpke, East Greenbush, New York. The concert is free, thanks to a gift given in memory of Henry and Les Hosley. A free will offering will be taken to fund future summer concerts. All are welcome!

First Reformed Church Wynantskill has strawberry rhubarb and blueberry pies for sale. The pies are frozen and ready for baking at your convenience – $15. Contact the Church Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9 – 1, located at the corner of Church Street and Main Avenue or call (518) 283-4420. Thank you!

The Alzheimer’s Association, Northeastern New York chapter is hosting its 2023 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Albany on Saturday, Oct. 21 at Siena College. Participants may check in beginning at 10:00 a.m. with an opening ceremony at 11:00 a.m. The walk will begin immediately following the opening ceremony.

On Walk day, participants honor those affected by Alzheimer’s with the poignant Promise Garden ceremony — a mission-focused experience that signifies our solidarity in the fight against the disease. During the ceremony, walkers will carry flowers of various colors, each color symbolizing their personal connection to the disease.

“This Walk means so much to the community – to those living with the disease, to those providing care, to those who have lost someone to the disease,” said Andrew Sagarin, Development Events Manager for the Alzheimer’s Association Northeastern New York chapter. “Walk is a reminder that we’re fighting for a different future. We are closer than ever before to ending this disease, but we have more work left.

“We hope that everyone impacted in our community will join us by starting a Walk team. By helping us raise awareness and funds, our chapter can continue to provide free care and support services for families facing the disease today, as well as invest in research to finally find a cure,” said Sagarin.

More than 6 million Americans age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s disease, including 410,000 New Yorkers. It’s not only a leading cause of death in the U.S., more than 11 million family members and friends provide unpaid care to people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. The Albany Walk is supported by local presenting sponsor, The Kerry Crew Charitable Gift Fund. The goal for this year’s Albany walk is to raise $350,000.

To register, visit alz.org/walk.

The North Chatham United Methodist Church worships every Sunday morning at 11:00 AM, with Adult Bible Study at 9:45. All are welcome! Our Clothing Barn is open from 9:30-12:30 every Saturday morning, through the end of October. We will be part of the annual North Chatham Community Day activities on October 14th, along with the North Chatham Free Library and the North Chatham Volunteer Fire Company. The church is located at 4274 Route 203 in the

hamlet of North Chatham. If you can’t make it in person our worship services are available on Zoom – please see our website (northchathammethodistchurch.org) for details. For more information on North Chatham United Methodist Church, please call 518-766-3535 or visit our website. Thanks and we hope to see you soon, in person or on ZOOM!

The Stephentown Volunteer Fire Department was awarded an AFG (Assistance to Firefighters Grant) from FEMA for $47,047.61 in Federal funding. The department will have to contribute at least 5% matching funds, or $2,352.39 for a total approved budget of $49,400.00.

These funds will be used to purchase two highly needed pieces of equipment. The first is a Power Load system for the ambulance.

This tool will improve operator and patient safety by supporting the cot throughout the loading and unloading process.

This will allow patients to be securely and safely moved in and out of the ambulance and secured during transport with minimal risk for the patient or provider injury. The second is a LUCAS chest compression system.

This device will deliver consistent, uninterrupted chest compressions during CPR. Mechanical chest compression devices can reduce the number of rescuers needed to perform CPR during cardiac arrest, since the machines do not tire. Studies have shown that compression devices do promote coronary blood flow, higher coronary perfusion pressures and can increase the changes of return of spontaneous circulation.

The Stephentown Volunteer Fire Department would not be able to afford these devices through the Fire District budget or from normal donations.

Both of these items will help the SVFD improve safety for patients and crew members as well as deliver better patient care.

531 Snyders Lake Rd, Wynantskill. Come one come all. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

We are seeking vendors of all kinds for our Craft fair , Sportsman rendezvous and Rummage sale scheduled on Sunday, September 24th, 2023.

Outside tables and outside pavilion tables are available. Please contact Leslie during the day or evening at 518-269-7614 or Mike after 4pm at 518-860-0825. Feel free to share. Thank you.

If you are planning on being a vendor on Sunday, September 24th please do not send money to ANYONE for a table payment. Payments will be taken the morning of.

If you are planning on being a vendor and would like you business name on the page please text it to me at 518-269-7614.

Some vendors that will be there: Dark tower tattoo, Food Vendors, DNB Designs, EPL Designs & Oddities, Mema Sew Simple, Michele’s Lemonade dba MGA food service, Warrior Corn; .kettlecorn & popcorn, Crafts by Kivlen, BuzzyBee Creations, Little Sprite creations (face painting), Twisted home creations, Various sportsman tables.

Bring your little ones and have them finger printed by the Renss Co Sheriff dept. There also is going to be a guest appearance from spider man.

Tuesday, September 26 from 6:30-8:00pm. Rensselaer Elks Club Pavilion, 683 Columbia Tpke, East Greenbush.

Find out more about Girl Scouts in East Greenbush and Rensselaer and register for the 2023-2024 year. We have openings in troops for girls of all ages!

Can’t attend? Email su136girlscouts@nullgmail.com for more information.

Sage Gators’ Fall Break Basketball Clinic for boys ages 10-17: October 9th (Columbus Day) @ Russell Sage, Albany campus. Register online at Sagegators.com or contact Brian Barnes at 518-292-1969 or by email barneb@nullsage.edu for more information.

The Kiwanis Club of Sand Lake has been providing a wide-range of services to the greater community for 75 years. To commemorate this milestone we are planning a gala 75th Anniversary Party and we want the Rensselaer County community to celebrate with us. So, please save the date of Saturday, December 2, 2023 and join us at the lovely Burden Lake Country Club starting at 5:30 <FZ,1,0,61>PM. There will be appetizers, dinner and dessert options and will feature after- dinner entertainment by the popular Donnie Elvis Show, tickets $60 pp. For more information and for tickets please contact Kiwanis President Wayne Gendron at 518-698-9623. We will have additional information to share as the date gets closer.

To learn more about our Kiwanis Club go to www.SandLakeKiwanis.org or visit and friend us on www.facebook.com/Kiwanis-Club-of-Sand-Lake.

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@nullaol.com or (518) 248-0324.

Columbia High School Class of 1973 50th Reunion

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.

The Meet the Candidates event will be held on Sunday, September 24, 2023 from 1pm -3pm.

There will be coffee and pastries. The event will be held at the Fifth Tier Baking Studio and Coffeehouse, 197 Main Ave Wynantskill.

On Monday night October 16th the Poestenkill Business Association will present our annual “Meet the Candidates Night” Forum at the Poestenkill Sullivan-Jones VFW Post on Main Street. All Candidates running for County Sheriff, Town Supervisor, Town Board, Town Highway Superintendent, Town Clerk and Town Judge have been invited to attend and will present their respective positions.

Doors will open at 6:30 PM and the program will begin at 7:00 PM with all Candidates offering a concise position statement. Pre-submitted Questions from Town Residents will then be read by the Moderator to the respective Candidates. If time remains, questions may be entertained from the audience. We sincerely hope that you are able to attend and listen to the Candidates responses on issues facing Poestenkill. Refreshments will be provided. Thank you for your interest and participation. See you Monday Night 10/16/2023!

The Sand Lake Library is hosting an art exhibit titled, “Five Friends ” through the month of October. Marthanne Linacre, Barbara Frankel, Lynn Huntington, Linda Brekka and Mary Sherwood are women who travel the Hudson and Schoharie Valley to explore painting, drawing and photography together and who are pleased to have their art displayed for the public to enjoy. Everyone is invited to join the artists for a reception on Saturday, September 23 from 12 to 1:30PM .

Open Mon-Thu 9a-8p; Fri 10a-6p; Sat 10a-5p; Sun 1-5p. The drive-thru closes 15 min. before the library. Offering programs for adults, teens & kids. Register: at https://events.eglibrary.org, call 518-477-7476, or stop in at 10 Community Way, E. Greenbush.

9/21, 1p: 3rd Thursday Movie-West Side Story (2021). Join us for a screening of West Side Story to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Register.

9/21, 6:30p: In Conversation: Caitlin Cadieux and Dee Holloway. Local author Dee Holloway and graphic designer Caitlin Cadieux workshop their novella LITTLE NOTHING. Register.

9/26, 6p: Cooking with Felisha from CCE. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn how to use fresh ingredients for healthy and delicious meals. Register.

9/27, 3p: Supercharge Your Productivity, Unleashing Tech-Talk’s Favorite Tips and Tricks for Efficiency and Success (Part 2). Register.

10/1, 2p: Oktoberfest with Squeeze Play Accordion Band. Celebrate Oktoberfest with your favorite German waltzes, marches & polkas! Register.

10/5, 1p: Cinema Society: Vertigo (1958) Directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Starring Jimmy Stewart, Kim Novak & Barbara Bel Geddes. Rated PG. Register.

10/7, 10a: In-person registration begins for The Great Greenbush Quest, a townwide clue hunt for all ages! Quest runs 10/7-10/29.

10/8, 2p: Swing Era in the Capital District, 1935-1945. What did this Era look like in the Capital District? Join Michael Catoggio as he answers this question. Registration opens on 9/16.

10/10, 3p: Viva La Vida! (Live Life) Frida Kahlo Workshop. Celebrate the art of Mexico’s most famous female artist Frida Kahlo. Registration opens on 9/16.

10/13 (12-5), 10/14 (10-4) & 10/15 (11-3): Friends Fall Book Sale–Huge selection of books, media & puzzles for all ages at great prices!

10/13, 11-2p: EGPD Drug Take Back Day, stop in the library with your expired, unused medications for proper disposal.

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: Back to School Crafts – Kits available for pick-up 9/5 through 9/30 – Make fun crafts to celebrate the beginning of a new school year!

Pajama Storytime – Tue., 9/26, 6:00pm – Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffed animal friend to this evening storytime! For ages birth to 8 years.

Design Your Journal – Wed., 9/27, 3:00-7:00pm – Decorate a notebook using a variety of fun art supplies to create your own custom journal!

Learn & Play Storytime – Thu., 9/28, 10:30am – Children from birth to age 5 are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement while building their early literacy and motor skills!

Bridge Club – Fri., 9/29, 10:30am – Come play bridge with us! Geared toward beginners and players who need a refresher.

Autumn Leaf Absorption Art – Fri., 9/29, 2:00-6:00pm – Learn about water absorption in this magical leaf-coloring experiment! All ages welcome.

SLTL Board Meeting Thursday, Sept. 21 at 6:45. Updates on budget, bathroom renovations.

Artist Reception Saturday, September 23, 12pm – 1:45pm. Stop in and meet these five talented individuals: Marthanne Linacre, Barbara Frankel, Lynn Huntington, Linda Brekka, and Mary Sherwood; talk about their work and enjoy some light refreshments.

Memoir Writing Tuesday, Sept. 26, 1 – 3. Want to share your history &/or memoiries? Get started with author Donna Lagone. Please call SLTL to register.

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

SLTL Friends meets Tuesay, Sept. 26 at 6:30pm to discuss fall activities.

SLTL Storytime is back starting Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 11am with a Back to School theme. Early literacy skills for preschoolers ad caregivers.

Book Club Wednesday, Oct. 4 at 7pm discussing “The Cartographers.”

T.P. Pumpkins Thursday, Oct. 5 at 1:30pm. Make a cute pumpkin decoration for fall. Class size 5 – 10; call 518-674-5050 to register & bring an 18 – 20” square of fabric (aka a “fat quarter”).

Card-Making Tuesday, Oct 10 at 6:30pm. We’ll be making a seasonal card; no experience needed. Please call to register.

Seasonal Tablerunner Wednesday, Oct 11 at 6:30pm OR Thursday, Oct. 12 at 1:30pm. Basic sewing skills helpful. Class limit is 5-6 adults. Call to register and get required materials list.

Bring Your Own Device Tech Help on Wednesday Oct. 18, 11am – 12pm

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. Closed Monday, Oct.9. Call 518-674-5050 with questions or to register for programs.

Storytime: Wednesdays 10:30am- Stories, songs, & crafts geared for ages infant-5 years old. Older siblings, cousins, & friends are always welcome.

Gentle Yoga: Thursdays 9/21, 9/28 6-7pm- Emily Brache will introduce the benefits of yoga for health, mind, body, and spirit. $5/class suggested donation.

Please bring a yoga mat, and blocks if you have them. Classes will take place in the Nassau Free Library Community room. Registration is required for each class and space is limited. Please call (518)766-2715 or email director@nullnassaufreelibrary.org to register..

Open Mic Night: Fri. 9/22 6:30pm- Join us for Open Mic night where we invite local performance artists of all kinds to gather and share their art at the library.

Sign-up for walk-in performers begins at 6:15. Performances must be suitable for a family friendly audience. Performers should be prepared for a 10-15-minute set.

Book Club:Tues. 9/26 6pm- Reading: The Lincoln Highway by Amos Towles. New members welcome.

Volunteen Party & Mural Painting Event: Tuesday 9/26 6-7:30pm- Meet up to celebrate all the Volunteen accomplishments this summer during the Summer Reading Program. Teens will continue to paint the awesome mural that is almost complete. Pizza will be provided. Call to register.

The Nassau Free Library is located at 18 Church St. Nassau, NY. (518)766-2715 www.nassaufreelibrary.org

VFW Post 7338 Available for Community Activities

VFW Post 7338, East Greenbush, located at 100 Hayes Road, is available to handle all of your family gatherings/activities, whether inside or outside!

We can be your 1st choice for Weddings, Showers, Anniversaries, Holiday Parties, High School Graduations, Club Meetings, get-togethers for families and friends or a quiet place to have a Celebration of Life of a loved one that passed. We have a seating capacity for 125 people! We also have an Outdoor Pavilion which can accommodate any size party or gathering, along with a large outside Barbeque Pit! We offer reasonable rates and appreciate your business! As everyone knows we offer a Delicious Pancake Breakfast, usually on the 3rd Sunday of every month!

Donations are always welcome and very much appreciated! Please contact us by emailing us at VFWpost7338@nullgmail.com or calling Ginny at 518-479-0767 and leave a message with your name, number and your request. She will return your call ASAP. (We do not have a person at the Post to return calls.) Thank you for your support!

Please disregard the “Important Notice “ flyer you received with your school tax bill. That flyer is not for any property parcels in the Town of Schodack. It was mistakenly inserted with the mailing of tax bills. Please follow the payment information that is listed on your bill. Please call my office, at 518-477-7935, if you have any questions about paying your bill.

Shawn Masters, Receiver of Taxes, Town of Schodack

Community Caregivers, a nonprofit agency, continues to expand in Rensselaer County! We have over 60 clients but not enough volunteers to serve these nice people. Are you looking to help someone in your community remain living independently with a little assistance from you? We need your help! Our volunteers can take someone to the doctors, grocery or other errands as well as visiting and calling. We have a simple orientation process and we work around volunteer’s schedules. Call Heidi Buono, Rensselaer County Service Coordinator, at (518)925-8794 or Izzy Abrams at (518) 456-2898 to receive information on volunteering. We have also paired with AmeriCorps to provide older volunteers with stipends based on their income and hours. To learn more or donate to our agency, see Community Caregivers.org.

The Meet the Candidates event will be held on Sunday, September 24, 2023 from 1pm – 3pm.

There will be coffee and pastries. The event will be held at the Fifth Tier Baking Studio and Coffeehouse 197 Main Ave Wynantskill.

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

Note Hour Change M, F 9-12, Tu., Wed., Thu. 9-3. Congregate meals or Grab and go 12:00 every Tuesday & Thursday.

Monday & Friday at 10:00 Low impact Chair Yoga. Tuesdays 10:00 Bocce Ball. Wednesdays- Bring your lunch and join your friends for games and laughter.

September 28 – 12:30 Candy Bar Bingo. Lunch for Tuesday, September 26th: Chicken Tenders w/Honey Mustard.

Thursday, September 28th Pork Rib w/Korean BBQ.

October 4 7:00 PM.

There are open wounds that we feel in our community. As a church, we offer a safe space to all as we invite you to join us for an opportunity to listen to a former school shooter, Jon Romano, “You Don’t Have to Do This” and share your thoughts. After the shooting in 2004, Jon spent more than 15 years incarcerated and was released in December of 2020. He began to work with law enforcement to help prevent future school shootings.

Jon was also working at a homeless shelter when unfortunately, in August of 2022, he was brutally attacked. Now, after working on his own recovery, he continues his work with law enforcement and does public speaking in the hope of preventing tragedies like the one our community experienced. All are welcome to attend, and refreshments will be served. No need for reservations.

The United Women of Faith are having a Brooks’ Bar-B-Q Take Out Dinner on Saturday, October 7th from 4-6:00 p.m.

The menu will include a ½ chicken with all the fixings for $13.50, just chicken for $7. Reservation can be made by calling 518-477-9693 by Friday, October 6th would be greatly appreciated.

Waffle Breakfast hosted by the Sunday School. Bring a friend to church on Sunday, October 8 and stay for a free waffle breakfast following the 9:30 worship service.

On Sunday, October 15, we will join Emmanuel reformed church in the Castleton CROP Walk. One-quarter of all funds will be directed to the Anchor Food Pantry and Thrift Store in Castleton.

Three-quarters of the funds help support the work of Church World Service (CWS) and its partners for hunger relief and development projects in the U.S and around the world. Walkers may register at www.crophungerwalk.org/castletonny.

Calling all trick or treaters we will be having our third annual Trunk or Treat event from 12pm – 2 pm Sunday , October 29. At 1:30 pm we will be having a kid’s costume contest. Bring all your family and friends!

Join us on Wednesday, December 6th as we bring in the Christmas season with a tribute to the Million Dollar Quartet. Based on the actual studio meeting of four Rock and Roll legends. Elvis Pressley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and Jerry Lee Lewis filled with all the songs of the season. It’s an unforgettable tribute to some of the most extraordinary Rock and Roll talents of all time and a unforgettable way to celebrate the Holiday Season at the Historic Ivoryton Playhouse. Sign up is September 26th at 9am. Food choices consist of Cup of Clam Chowder, Baked Stuffed Shrimp w/ Seafood Stuffing, Prime Rib 10oz, Cut or Baked Stuffed Breast of Chicken, Vegetarian Eggplant Parmesan. Desert consists of NY Cheesecake. Hot Rolls Entrees served with Chefs Choice of Potato and Vegetable, Fountain Drinks regular and decaf coffee and Ice Tea. If you have a walker and are interested in going call as soon as possible. The show is Sold Out for December 6th. I will try to get you a downstairs seat. The Playhouse is from the 20s. All the charm but no elevator. The sooner you call the more luck I will have in accommodating your needs. For more information Call (518) 463-2166. We are open from 9am to 3pm Monday thru Friday. We are located on East and Herrick Streets in Rensselaer across the street from the Amtrak Train Station.

Join us at the Rensselaer County Rensselaer Senior Center as we enjoy a afternoon with Donny Elvis. Donny is the #1 Tribute Artist in the area for many years. Lunch will be Veal Parmesan w/pasta, vegetable and desert. When Donny Elvis is with us its always a memorable experience. Reservations are needed to enjoy the show. Call early we want to accommodate all. If you make a reservation and something comes up please call to cancel so we can offer the seat to someone else. Call Today (518) 463-2166. We are open from 9am to 3pm Monday thru Friday. We are located on East and Herrick streets in Rensselaer across the street from the Amtrak Train Station.

Bring your bag and have some fun! We have great finds due to the generosity of your wonderful people that have donated to our little boutique. We are open 9am to 3pm and close 12 to 12:30 to serve lunch. Come shop and stay for lunch with a reservation. As you turn your closet from summer to winter please continue to think of us with your donation. For more information or to make a lunch reservation or a donation give us a call at Call (518) 463-2166. We are open from 9am to 3pm Monday thru Friday. We are located on East and Herrick Streets in Rensselaer across the street from the Amtrak Train Station.

The East Side Seniors in Wynantskill is hosting a luncheon cruise on the Lake George Steamboat. The Cruise is on September 27th. We board at 11:00 and sail to 2 P.M. Come join us for a day of fun. Cost is $50.00, must have reservation. Call Lynn Gould for more information or to make a reservation at 518-270-5348.

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.

Please join us Sat. 10/14 at Frear Park Golf Course for a great time and a great cause.$ 125.00 per person includes,18 hole scramble with cart, Box lunch with 2 drink chips to be used on the course, Registration 9:00 AM, Shotgun start at 100:00 AM, BBQ dinner to follow at The Legion, non golfers (guests) dinner available for $ 25.00, Prizes, Raffles and lots of laughs to follow,$ 50.00 due at signup (non-refundable)balance due 10/1,All are welcome, signup at The American Legion,111 Main Ave Wynantskill, For more info call Bill McGuirk @ 518 441-0013,To benefit S.A.L.charities.

Monday, September 25th The Eastern Chapter of Financial Service Professionals (FSP) is hosting its annual golf outing at Colonie Country Club. This year proceeds from the tournament will benefit Stride Adaptive Sports and the great work they do!

Stride’s mission is to educate and empower individuals with disabilities in life-changing sport and recreation programs to sustain healthy, active and fun lifestyles. No one should be left behind because of a disability! STRIDE believes it is possible to remove boundaries, fulfill dreams, enhance self-esteem, and empower youth and veterans with disabilities through participation in sport and recreational activities.

Please check us out at STRIDE.org!

Ask your broker if they are sponsoring a foursome or sign up your group to play at STRIDE.org.

Please join us for a great day of golf for a great cause. The 4th annual #StaysToEndAlz golf tournament is being held on September 29th at the Van Patten Golf Club in Clifton Park. $150 per person. 4-person scramble, shotgun start, food and drink included. Contact Keith Stay at keith.j.stay@nullgmail.com or 518.944.7288 for registration information. If you represent a business, tax-deductible sponsorships are also available.

Get your foursome together and we’ll see you there!

VFW Post 7338, East Greenbush, at 100 Hayes Road is extending an invitation to all veterans in the community!

If you are a veteran, you are invited to visit our Post to see if you are qualified to be a member of this great organization here in our local community! If you are a veteran, and looking to contribute to your community, this is the place to be! We are open and have been for some time! We invite you to be a member of the world’s largest veteran organization!

Joining the VFW as a Life Member or as an ongoing Member can also make your family members eligible to join our VFW auxiliary. If you are already a Veteran, they are eligible to join the Auxiliary We need new members of our Post to help run our Post properly, and to continue to help YOU, our veterans, your families and our community. We want to continue to administer the many programs that will help us to keep our East Greenbush VFW post active for many years to come. Please consider joining our organization.

We have monthly Pancake Breakfasts, usually on the 3rd Sunday of the month! (Except July and August). Every month or so we are planning additional dinners alternating between either a Chicken Bake, Spaghetti or Roast Beef. Recently, we just had a successful “Night at the Club” with light fare, music provided by a DJ and dancing. We are open to the public and offer our hall for your meeting or family affair! We have a seating capacity for 125 people! We can be your 1st choice for Weddings, Baby Showers, Anniversaries, Birthday Parties, Get-togethers for families and friends or a quiet place to have a Celebration of Life of a loved one that has passed. We offer reasonable rates and can accommodate your wishes!

Please contact us by emailing us at VFWpost7338@

gmail.com or calling 518-477-7770 and leave a message with your name and number. Your message will be forwarded to another number which is checked every day. Your tel. call will be returned.

You are warmly invited to RPA’s Nature Book Club, with Rama Hamarneh, PhD. The book club provides a space to discuss books related to nature, together as a community!

Next Meeting: Tuesday, September 26 at 7pm on Zoom. The Zoom link for each meeting will be sent out to the book club email list a few days before the meeting. The book club is free to attend, and all are welcome.

Head to www.rensselaerplateau.org/events to join the book club email list.

For September 2023, we will read What an Owl Knows: The New Science of the World’s Most Enigmatic Birds by Jennifer Ackerman. For millennia, owls have captivated and intrigued us. Our fascination with these mysterious birds was first documented more than thirty thousand years ago in the Chauvet Cave paintings in southern France. With their forward gaze and quiet flight, owls are often a symbol of wisdom, knowledge, and foresight. But what does an owl really know?

And what do we really know about owls? Though our fascination goes back centuries, scientists have only recently begun to understand in deep detail the complex nature of these extraordinary birds.

Schodack Central School Taxes are due between 9/1/23 and 10/2/23 with no penalty. If paid between 10/3/23 and 10/31/23 a 2% penalty must be included with payment.

East Greenbush Central School Taxes are due between 9/11/23 and 10/11/23 with no penalty. If paid between 10/12/23 and 10/31/23 a 2% penalty must be included in payment.

Payments can be mailed to Receiver of Taxes, P.O. Box 436, East Schodack, NY 12063, dropped in the green box next to the Town Hall entrance door or paid online with an e-check at Schodack.org for a $1.75 fee. Please write current phone number on your check in case we need to contact you about your payment. After October 31st no payments will be accepted at this office and must be paid to Rensselaer County Bureau of Finance.

Office hours for September and October will be Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9-4pm and Saturdays 9/23 , 9/30 and 10/28 between 9-11am.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact me at 518-477-7935.

Shawn Masters

Events at Troy Public Library 9/25 – 9/30

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.

Brick Builders Uptown – Monday, Sep. 25, 3:30pm to 4:30pm (Lansingburgh) Join us for some lightly structured Lego fun; build off a theme or get creative! Legos provided. For ages 5+.

Movie Night: Screening of 1987 Cult Classic Romance Adventure Film – Monday, Sep. 25, 5:30 p.m. (Main) Join the library for a screening of the film. We will be offering themed snacks as well as a short movie quiz (with a prize for the winner).

Jewelry Workshop – Tuesday, Sep. 26, 5:00 p.m. (Lansingburgh) Join us for a hands-on participant-guided, jewelry making workshop! RR

Dungeons & Dragons – Wednesday, Sep. 27, 4pm to 6pm (Lansingburgh) Join game master Ernst as he leads you through perilous adventuring and epic storytelling. Open to older teens and adults. RR

Teen Anime Club – Wednesday, Sep. 27, 6:00pm-7:00pm (Main) Come to the library to watch a couple episodes of different anime and sample some Japanese candy! For Youth ages 13-18.

Fiber in the Morning! – Thursday, Sep. 28, 10am to 11am (Lansingburgh) Join us for this informal stitching group. Bring your knitting, crochet, sewing, needlepoint or other lovely stitch-based craft on down to the library.

90s Night! – Thursday, Sep. 28, 5:00 p.m. (Main) Stop by the library for our first-ever 90s night! Come for the 5:00 start time and make friendship bracelets with a variety of materials. At 6:00, we will transition to a screening of a 90s movie starring Whoopi Goldberg. We will be fully stocked with all your fav 90s snacks.

The Voices: A Library Lecture Series aims to broaden and enrich the scope of studies at Hudson Valley Community College by presenting speakers on timely and enduring issues. All are welcome to attend the free programs at the Bulmer Telecommunications Center Auditorium on the Troy campus.

Nearly half of U.S. adults have experienced abuse in an intimate relationship. Is there a difference between a “toxic” relationship and an “abusive” relationship? Reanna Savage and Mike Fonda, from St. Peter’s Crime Victim Services, lead an open, unbiased discussion on the differences between the two, with an equal focus on also recognizing the healthy behaviors of positive relationships.

Since its founding in 1881, the American Red Cross served people in need. Well over a century later, the Red Cross continues to prevent and alleviate human suffering with a 90% volunteer workforce and donor support. Kevin Coffey, the organization’s CEO for Eastern NY, describes how humanitarian services are delivered locally and worldwide.

Are you interested in investing and don’t know where to begin? Join in a discussion about financial literacy and the stock market with a panel of students and HVCC alumnus Todd Silaika, a nationally-recognized wealth manager and investment specialist.

Ellen Kalish, founder and executive director of Ravensbeard Wildlife Center in Ulster County, will bring a falcon, owl and hawk from her sanctuary to discuss their rescue and rehabilitation. She will share each bird’s story and discuss reasons why it is important to protect habitat and preserve bird species.

More information: www.hvcc.edu/culture, (518) 629-8071 or d.gardner@nullhvcc.edu.

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.

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!