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Christopher Shaw and Bridget Ball will bring their annual holidaycelebration of songs and stories to The Egg at The EmpireState Plaza for two performances, Saturday, December 14th,at 8:00 pm; and Sunday, December 15th, at 2:00 pm. As in

year’s past, the couple will be joined by “The Mountain SnowOrchestra,” featuring multi-instrumentalist John Kirk, WorldMusic percussionist Brian Melick, and singer, songwriter, andirrepressible entertainer Kevin McKrell. Tickets are availableby calling The Egg box office 518 473-1845 or online atwww.theegg.org.This year’s recipient of the charitable proceeds from the showwill be the Let’s Share the Sun Foundation, an organizationusing solar energy technology to provide electricity to thepeople of Haiti, a country with desperate poverty but abundantsunshine.Both performances will be signed for the hearing impaired.Since 1991, Mountain Snow and Mistletoe has grown fromperformances in venues like Caffe Lena in Saratoga, TheOntario Center for the Arts in Oswego, and even St. Henry’sin Averill Park. In 1995, the show moved to the magnificentTroy Savings Bank Music Hall where it ran for 14 seasons. Nowthe show has grown again and since 2009, has happily madeits home in the Capital Region’s premier performance venue,The Egg.

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The Reformed Dutch Church of Schodack at Muitzeskill will beholding its annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, December 7,from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The Church is located at theintersection of Schodack Landing Road & Muitzeskill Road inSchodack. The Christmas Bazaar will include new and gentlyused Christmas decorations, cards, gifts, and books, as wellas a Luncheon Cafe and a Bake Sale. For more information,call the Church office at 732-7500.

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VENDOR and CRAFT FAIR at ALGONQUIN7th Annual Vendor and Craft Fair at Algonquin Middle School onFriday, December 13th, from 4-8PM. 2 weeks before Christmas,come and shop “local” with over 20 crafters already signed up!What a great way to finish up those last minute gifts... Therewill also be a Bake Sale to benefit FOAA - Friends of AlgonquinAthletics which supports Modified Sports, a book fair, Algonquinapparel for sale and much more! Please stop by, do someshopping and help support the Averill Park Community!

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ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTYThe Sand Lake Seniors greet the holidayseason with their Annual Holiday Party atthe Poestenkill Fire House on December 7th,2013 from 12Noon to 4PM.Tickets: Paid members are $5 and non-

members are $15. Roast Beef Dinner and Music by Brian Zapel.Door Prizes ~ Gift Exchange ($5) ~ Cash Bar. For reservationsor more information, please call Ginny Lauster at 674-2170.

ELECTION OF FIRE COMMISSIONERSof the HOAGS CORNERS FIRE DISTRICT

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This past year has been a difficult one in terms of thedeterioration of the morale for the Volunteers of our LocalFire Company in Hoags Corners, as well as many of the taxpayers in the district trying to facilitate change. It is ourhomes & our emergency needs that the Volunteers areresponding to.The 3 Candidates that we recommend for the three seats inthis upcoming election are committed to:• Ensuring that our tax paying dollars are beingused appropriately and within budget.• Ensuring proper training for all our EmergencyResponse Volunteers• Rebuild and Foster a positive partnership with ourVolunteer Fire Company• Interact with and Respond to Community Concerns• Ensure a positive working environment and fairtreatment for all personnel• Provide the District with a sense of securityregarding our Emergency Services• Revitalize recruitment efforts for our community

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Thomas Bortscheller is our candidate for the vacantone year term. Mr. Bortscheller is the current President ofthe Hoags Corners Fire Company and has been a memberfor 15 years. Tom has worked diligently to maintain theCompany’s position in the community.

Doris McCarthy is our candidate for the vacant threeyear term. Ms. McCarthy was a member of the FireCompany for 10 years and served as Treasurer of the HoagsCorners Fire Company, as well Treasurer of your local FireDistrict. Doris was very active in fundraising activities forthe Company.

Walter “TJ” Spallane is our candidate for the vacantfive year term. Mr. Spallane is an active member of theHoags Corners Fire Company as well as the Hoags CornersAmbulance. TJ has served our community’s emergencyservices for 20+years. Paid Advertisement


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Sacred Heart School’s Principal,Mrs. Susan Merrill, acceptedPizza Hut’s “Book It PrincipalsChallenge” by selecting Friday,November 15th, as her “readyour heart out day”. Incelebration of National YoungReaders Week (November 11-15), principals throughout thenation were asked to pick oneday to do something unique within their school as to promotereading. Since one of the main prizes this year is a 105 bookset of Jeff Kinney’s newest installment to his “The Diary of aWimpy Kid” series, the children were asked to “find” Mrs. Merrill’sreading place and ask her questions about the book which sheis found reading. Her goal was to read all of the seven currentbooks throughout the school day and in a variety of places.She was found sitting in church, on the stairs between floors,the cafeteria, the library and even in the corner of a hallway.Hopefully the students will continue to immerse themselvesinto reading because who better to “read your heart out” butSacred HEART School!

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The Rensselaer County, Rensselaer Senior Center would like toinvite you to a special event on December 17th. We will be havinglunch at noon, which consists of Chicken Pattie with FricasseeSauce, at a suggested contribution of $2.75, but no one is denieda meal. Call for lunch reservations at 463-2166. Our program willbegin about 12:45, and we will enjoy the chorus for RensselaerMiddle High School. If you have not enjoyed these young people,you are in for a treat. The Center is located in the MacManus Center(old St. John’s School), across from the Amtrak station in Rensselaer.

COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA

HOLIDAY CONCERT

Mark your calendar now for some delightfulentertainment by students and adults of the AverillPark Community Orchestra. You will be amazed athow much we have grown in numbers. The concert is set for 2PM on Sunday, December 8th, at the Algonquin Middle School.Many holiday favorites are included in the program, two ofwhich will feature a vocalist from our area. Additionally, therewill be other great musical selections with a piece arrangedspecifically for our orchestra by one of our members. There isnever an admission fee for our concerts, although donationsfor our expenses are greatly appreciated. So, come get intothe Christmas spirit, and enjoy the music and refreshmentsprovided for you by members of the Averill Park CommunityOrchestra. We look forward to seeing familiar faces, along withnew ones on Sunday, December 8. For more information, callJanine at 674-5917 or email her at [email protected].


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tuous leather purses fromOsgood Marley and Latico dis-played on antique benches,compliment the ever growingcollection of quality fashionjewelry. Reasonably priced,the jewelry is displayed in jarsof rice and draped around vin-tage vases. Ranging from in-expensive beaded imports toFrench inspired vintage stylepieces, locally handmade ear-rings made by COARC resi-dents to sparkly crystal neck-laces, there is truly somethingfor everyone.Gift certificates and free beau-tiful and unique gift wrappinground out your experiencewhen you visit Great Finds.GREAT FINDS is open sevendays a week until Christmas.10:30-5:30 Mon-Sat. Thurs-day evening until 7PM andSunday 11:00 - 4 PM. 518-758-8999.

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winter with a cold head, neck or hands! In Rensselaer County,there will be many children who face that bleak prospect unlessyou lend a hand.Until December 20th, there will be a tree in the CornellCooperative Extension of Rensselaer County office with barebranches waiting to be filled with your donations of mittens,gloves, scarves, hats and socks. All sizes and colors arewelcomed, either homemade or purchased. We would like tosee branches hanging full of warm fuzzies.This year we will also be accepting donations of knitted newbornand preemie sweaters, booties and hat sets and new preemieclothing. So, if you are a talented knitter, show off your talentby donating items to our tree.At your next business or social meeting, why not collect mittens,hats, scarves and socks, then bring them by the basketful toour office where they will be hung. All of the mittens and hats/socks will be donated to children throughout Rensselaer County.Let’s get going and warm your heart while you warm a child’shands and head.The Cornell Cooperative Extension office is located at 61 Statestreet in downtown Troy - 2nd floor. Office hours are 8:30 to4:00 Monday thru Friday. If you have more than a basketfull,give us a call at 518-272-4210 and arrangements will bemade to pick them up.

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UNITY HOUSE”Madeline is an eight year old student at RobertC. Parker School. She heard a story on theradio about a young boy in California whosold lemonade to raise money for homelessfamilies. Madeline knew that winter in New York wasn’t a goodtime to sell lemonade, but she was familiar with the good workdone by Unity House and she wanted to do something to helpthem raise money. She loves to bake with her younger sisterGenevieve and decided to have a bake sale with the proceedsgoing to benefit Unity House. Unity House is located in Troyand provides a variety of community programs, includingdomestic violence, housing support and child care services.Madeline approached The Sweater Venture in East Greenbushand asked about using the store as a bake sale location. Theyresponded enthusiastically, designating Saturday, December7th, as “Unity House Saturday”. The Sweater Venture has alsooffered to be a toy donation location and any free will donationsfor gift wrap will be donated to Unity House’s Adopt a Familyprogram.“Madeline’s Bake Sale for Unity House” will be held on Saturday,December 7th, from 11-2 at The Sweater Venture, 700Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush.


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COMMUNITY FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT

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Community Fundraiser to Benefit the Peter’sFamily will be held on Sunday, December 8th, from12PM to 4PM at Maple Hill Middle School, 1477South Schodack Road, Castleton. All proceedsand donations go directly to the Peter’s.

Roast Beef Dinner ~ $12 per ticket ~ Potato, Veggie, Dessert,500 total meals, Eat-in or take-out. Peter’s Diary t-shirts will besold at the event. Visit peterdiaryfarm.com for additionalinformation. Raffle & Chinese Auction ~ Live Music beginning at2PM. Peter’s Dairy Farm just celebrated 101 years in Castletonbefore its barns tragically burned on October 18th.

CHRISTMAS MADRIGAL DINNER SHOW

The First United Methodist Church of East Greenbush Presentsits 4th Christmas Madrigal Feast & Show. The show will runFriday, December 6th at 7PM and Saturday, December 7th at6PM. Join us for a 5 course feast and show presented inRenaissance period costume, verse and song. There will besinging, dancing, strolling minstrels and some great surprises.Tickets are available now for $30. You can reserve your seat/table by calling 477-9693. This is a church fundraiser. Formore info., you may contact Sharon: [email protected].

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First BaptistChurch of EastPoestenki l l wil lhave a LadiesChristmas Dinneron December 6 at6:30 PM in the

Fellowship Hall. The theme is“Jesus Is the Light of theWorld”.All ladies and their daughtersare welcome to come for afree dinner and an evening outfor the Christmas season.Please call to reserve yourseat(s).The church is located at 12Legenbauer Road, just offPlank Road in East Poestenkill.For reservations and direc-tions, call Valerie or PastorWaugh at 283-5186 or checkout our website atwww.epbaptist.com

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The Poestenkil l ChristianChurch, 721 Snyder’s CornersRd., Poestenkill, will hold itsmonthly Al l-You-Can-EatBreakfast on December 7th,from 8:00 – 11:00 a.m. Costis $7.00 for adults and $3.50for children under 10. Menuincludes eggs, bacon,sausage, toast, pancakes,French toast, homefries,coffee, tea, and juice.

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Come and join us for our December “Christmas Luncheon &Christmas Cookie Bake Sale” on Wednesday, December 11th,from 11:30AM to 1:30PM at The Guilderland Elks Lodge, 3867Rte 146 (Carmen Rd), Guilderland. *BAKE SALE - FEEL FREE TODONATE IF YOU WOULD LIKE!* Special Feature: Peter Bowdenfrom Hewitts Garden Center will be telling us about some of thelegends and lore of Christmas plants. Special Music: RoseanneHargrave will entertain us with her lovely renditions of showtunes. Special Speaker: Sue Gannon from Augusta, NJ will tellus how she has overcome the difficulties in her life with styleand grace.Come and bring a friend, they’ll be glad you did. Reservationsare necessary and cancellations a must; no later than December6th ~ Menu: Ham. Please call Nancy at 869-0642 or Joyce at235-4297. Cost is $15 inclusive (cash only please). Nurseryfree at the restaurant by reservation only (infant throughKindergarten), bring a bag lunch.Sponsored by The New York Capital District Christian Women’sClub

RENSSELAER SENIOR CENTER

SPECIAL “CHRISTMAS” DINNER

The Rensselaer Senior Center would like to invite you to OurSpecial Dinner for December, which will be held at noon onFriday, December 20th. We will be celebrating “Christmas.” Ourmenu for the day consists of: Sliced Fresh Ham with Gravy,

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For those of you who were/are fans of Elvis Presley, cometo the Rensselaer County,Rensselaer Senior Center forour concert “Elvis” BlueChristmas featuring Donny“Elvis” Romines on Thursday,December 12, sponsored byCDPHP.This concert will followour noon lunch (sign up re-quired), suggested contri-bution of $2.75. You musthave lunch with us to enjoythis show. Call the center at463-2166 for more info.TheCenter is located in theMcManus Center, (Old St.John’s school bldg.), at thecorner of East and HerrickStreets, city of Rensselaer.

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Please join us for an All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner. Thisis a benefit for DominicPasinella Jr., the Fire Chief ofMelrose Volunteer FireDepartment, due to his illness.The dinner will be held at thefirehouse located at 784 RT40 in Melrose on December 7thfrom 2PM to 7PM. Cost:Adults/$10.00; Children -under 10/free. Reservationsappreciated. Raffles - 50/50 -silent auction. Donations canbe made to the Melrose FireCompany c/o benefit forDominic Pasinella Jr. and mailto Melrose Fire Company - POBox 58 - Melrose, NY 12121.

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On Friday, December 20th,the Nutrition Department willhold its monthly special dinnerat noon at the RensselaerCounty’s Everett WagarSenior Center, 2 RoxboroughRoad, Grafton. This month’stheme will be “Christmas”.Menu will be: Sliced Fresh Hamw/Gravy, Applesauce,Mashed Sweet Potatoes,Sage Dressing, Green Beans,Italian Bread, and ChocolateCottage Pudding for dessert.Entertainment will be providedat 11:00 with The BobTreffelett i Project. Ourwonderful complete lunch isavailable to all RensselaerCounty Seniors, age 60 andolder, Monday thru Friday atnoon for a suggestedcontribution of $2.75. Stop infor a complete monthly menuand activities calendar. Pleasecall 279-3485 to make yourreservations for lunch.

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On Tuesday, La Salle Institute’sStudent Senate deliveredThanksgiving food related items,including Turkeys, to the UnityChurch based in Cohoes to providea full Thanksgiving meal for onehundred families in need. It hasbeen an annual tradition for La SalleInstitute, especially its students, todonate enough money to provideThanksgiving meals for those inneed.

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Mark your calendar! On Friday, December 6th,The Town of Sand Lake will be hosting HolidayFestivities. A holiday parade, organized by thetown’s Emergency Service Organization will beleaving Sand Lake Elementary School at 7:00pm and arriving at Butler Park shortly after.After a tree lighting ceremony, Santa will beavailable for pictures and to hear children’sholiday requests. The Town will be serving hotdogs, cookies and hot cocoa. Please call LindsyMarshall at 526-0938 or [email protected] with any questions.

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Join friends, family and neighbors on Friday,December 6, 2013, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at theGarfield School for an evening of merrimentwith hot chocolate & refreshments, bonfire,caroling, kids activities and an old-fashionedtree lighting ceremony to bring in the holidayseason! And who knows ... a special visitormight stop by! Bring the entire family. Indoor /outdoor event - dress warmly. Free parkingand admission. In the spirit of the season,please bring a non-perishable food item to putunder the tree. The Brunswick HistoricalSociety is located at the Garfield School, 605Route 2 (corner of Moonlawn Road),Brunswick. For further information, please call(518) 279-4024.

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Celebrate the holidays with the Village ofNassau’s annual tree lighting ceremony onSunday, December 8, 5pm at the VillageCommons on John St. Refreshments will beserved, a roaring bon fire will keep you warmand Santa will visit with the kids. Members ofthe Nassau Community Band will entertain youwith holiday music. From 2pm-4pm, the FireDepartment will host their annual ChristmasParty for children with a visit from Santa Claus.The Village of Nassau Youth Committee will alsobe helping children make ornaments from 2:30-4pm. For more information, contact Judy [email protected] or call 522-2916.Have fun where you live!

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The Town of North Greenbush is having itsAnnual Tree Lighting and Christmas Party withSanta on Friday, December 6, 2013, at 6:30PMat Town Hall. Please join us for a night of fun &games!

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Hope United Methodist Church, 566 BrunswickRoad, corner of Garfield Rd & RT 2 will hold a LiveNativity on Sunday, December 22nd. Our Gift toYou ~ No Charge ~ No Donations. Enactments at5PM and 6PM. Refreshments following each ~Dress Warmly!

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The Kinderhook Business &Professional Association willsponsor Candlelight Night inKinderhook Village on Friday,December 13th, from 5:30PMto 8:30PM. Luminaries will lightyour way through the villageto enjoy a little Holiday Cheer.Stroll along to visit localmerchants or take a horse-drawn wagon ride on thevillage square. Don’t missSanta Claus, Mrs. Claus, Sax-o-Claus, Tots the Clown, facepainting, holiday carolers &live animals too! TheKinderhook Library is hostingTeen Night upstairs in theVillage Hall. Kinderhook’shistoric churches, VanderpoelHouse of History, ColumbiaCounty Museum & KinderhookLibrary will all be open! A nightfil led with food, fun, andentertainment for the wholefamily!


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Hello everyone! I hope you all enjoyed your holiday break.While many of us used this time to unwind for a few days, ourAverill Park athletes were hard at work preparing for theiropening matches of the season.On Tuesday, 12/3, the boy’s basketball team hosted Gloversvillein a non-league game. The team begins their regular seasonthis Friday, 12/6, with a home league game against Mohonasenat 6:00. Don’t fret if you can’t make this game, because theboys are back at home next Tuesday, 12/10, against Colonie.I’m looking forward to seeing the Warriors play this season,with the Averill Park Gold Mine cheering them on!The girls’ basketball team also begins their season on Thursday,12/5, at Mohonasen. I’ll have results from this game in nextweek’s column. The Lady Warriors travel for their second gameas well, which is Tuesday, 12/10, at Colonie. The first homegame of the season for the ladies is next Friday, 12/13, againstBethlehem. Come out and support the ladies as they strive tomake this season a successful one!By the time you’ve read this column, the boy’s and girl’s bowlingteams will have competed in their first two matches of theseason. Their first match took place on Tuesday, 12/3, againstColumbia at Spare Time Lanes in East Greenbush. They alsoplayed the next day, 12/4, at home against Mohonasen. Thehome facility for the two teams is Hi-Way Recreation Lanes inWynantskill. I will have stats from the two matches in nextweek’s column. Their next match-up will be a non-league eventat Schenectady on Monday, 12/9. Good luck to the two teamsthis season!The wrestling team has been giving 110% effort duringpractices as their first matches approach. The Warriors’ firstmatch of the season will take place Thursday, 12/5, at homeagainst Mohonasen. I will have the results from this match innext week’s column. The team has a busy weekend ahead ofthem, with a two-day tournament at Shen Oxford Academy.Best of luck to the wrestlers as they compete for the tournamentwin!The indoor track team has been working hard and still has afew weeks to prepare for their first meet of the season. Thatmeet is going to take place Sunday, 12/15, at Hudson ValleyCommunity College. Best of luck to the track athletes this seasonas they continue to practice and train!Next week, I will have the first results of the season for manyof these teams. Good luck to all teams and athletes as theybegin to compete! Feel free to contact me [email protected] with any questions. As always, goWarriors!

NYS YOUTH SNOWMOBILE SAFETY

COURSE OFFERED IN GRAFTONOn Saturday, December 7, 2013, the GraftonTrail Blazers Snowmobile Club and the NYSOffice of Parks, Recreation and HistoricPreservation will host a snowmobile safetycourse for young people ages 10 to 18.

Students must be at least 10 years old on the day of thecourse. Parents are encouraged to attend and participate.The course will be held at the Grafton VFW/Fire Hall on SouthRoad from 8:15am to approximately 5pm. The course will betaught by NYS certified volunteer instructor Jim Blessing. Thecourse will cover topics such as NYS laws and regulations,riding skills, trail emergencies, protecting the environment,maintenance and repair, trailering, etc. To register, call theGrafton Lakes State Park office at 279-1155 or [email protected] with the parent’s name,student’s name and age, and your phone number. Space islimited, so no walk-ins please. The course is free of charge andlunch will be provided.

Although the soccer season isover, there is one last personthat we could not let gounrecognized, and that issenior Sarah McTague. Sarahhas been playing soccer sinceKindergarten and plans oncontinuing with her soccercareer in college, on a clubteam at least. For two years,Sarah has played on theAverill Park varsity soccerteam, where she played at themidfield and defensepositions. Sarah also runs onthe Averill Park track team andis on a swim team outside ofschool. Over the summer,

Sarah trained for triathlons a couple of days a week and everybit helps when it comes to being ready for the girls soccer pre-season. Sarah has her family to thank for inspiring her to trythe very best that she can both on the field and in the classroom.In her spare time, Sarah enjoys hanging out with her friendsand family, reading and participating in triathlons.For Sarah’s senior year she is taking AP Government (APmeaning Advanced Place-ment), AP Biology, AP Calculus, French2, Sculpture, and Western Civilization with a 93 GPA. Sarah isalso a candidate for the National Honors Society. After HighSchool, Sarah wants to go to a four year college for MarineScience. When asked what it means to her to be a scholarathlete, she told me, “Being scholar athlete not only means myhard work has paid off when playing sports, but also when itcomes to school.”Congratulations on your academic and athletic successthroughout the years at Averill Park High School, Sarah, andthe best of luck to you in your future!

RENSS. CO. RUGBY TEAMS

LOOKING FOR PLAYERS

Interested in something different this spring? The RensselaerCounty Rugby Teams are looking for high school age boys andgirls to play this spring. Rugby is a physically tough sportplayed with minimal pads (a mouth guard). Rugby is one of themost popular sports in the world, and it is gaining exposure inthe U.S. as well. Informational meeting: Wednesday,December 4, 6:30pm at the East Greenbush Library. Anyoneinterested in more information should contact Coach Freeman:[email protected].

AVERILL PARK WRESTLING CLUBThe Averill Park Wrestling Club will be startingup practices again in early January 2014.Wrestling builds character, self-esteem, andsportsmanship along with athleticism. TheAverill Park Wrestling Club, a volunteerorganization was established to introduce and

enhance the sport of wrestling for youth in the Averill Parkcommunity in a fun and safe way. Sign ups will be held onThursday, December 5th (h.s. match night), Wednesday,December 11th, and Wednesday, December 18th (h.s. matchnight), from 6-8pm by the Averill Park High School gym. Costof registration is $80. Families with multiple participants will begiven a discounted rate. Programs for grades K-7 will run fromJanuary 6 – April 3; programs for grades 8-12 will run February24 – May 7.The divisions by grades are as follows: K-1: 5:45-7:00 onTues. & Thurs.; 2-4: 7:00-8:15 Tues. & Thurs.; 5-7: Mon. &Wed. 5:45-7:00; 8-12: Mon. & Wed. 7:00-8:30.

2013 SALUTE AND SCOOT RESULTS

ROSCH, KEELER, CULNAN WINZach Rosch and Megan Keeler were the overall race winners atthe 11th Annual Salute and Scoot 5K hosted recently by theFitness Coach.Age division winners were Evan Farnan, Matilda Warren, JaimyFarnan, Joelle Ernst, Chris Boyle, Robin Pugliese, Lenny Blondand Jean Statile.The pump and run division, where participants bench pressthen run, was won by Kim Culnan and again Zach Rosch.

TOWN OF NASSAU YOUTH COMMITTEE

BASKETBALL FUN NIGHTTown of Nassau Youth Committee is hosting afree basketball fun night. Come shoot somehoops and play basketball ~ for kids ages 8-17yrs. old. Basketball night will be Tuesday,December 17th from 6pm-7:30pm at the DonaldP. Sutherland Elementary School Gym, locatedin the Village of Nassau. Sneakers Required.Come and have a FUN night out with friends!Call Fred McCagg at 766-9417 for furtherinformation.

UPSTATE REBELS BASEBALL

TRY-OUTSThe Upstate Rebels 12U travel baseballteam is looking for a few players for the

2014 Spring season. If you are looking for a travel team thatwill NOT interfere with your son’s Little League season or breakthe bank, look no further! For more information, please callKevin Billetts at (518) 858-4695 or email [email protected]

SEVENTH ANNUAL AVERILL PARKCOMMUNITY VENDOR AND CRAFT FAIR

When: Friday, December 13th ~ 4:00 pm to 8:00pmWhere: Algonquin Middle School, Route 66Perfect time for the Holidays! Plan to stop in & shop a variety oflocal vendors, crafters,Chinese Auction, Concessions & a BakeSale too! ALL BAKE SALE PROCEEDS WILL GO TO HELP SAVEOUR MODIFIED SPORTS PROGRAM ~ If you are a vendor/crafter, or know of one that would like to participate ,pleasereturn the completed registration form below.—————————————————————————————

COST FOR 1 TABLE $25.00Name: _____________________________________________Email: ____________________________________________Telephone #: _____________________________________Business Name: _____________________________________Brief description of business/products:_________________Please make your check payable to: AMS PTO. Mail completedform and check to: AMS Vendor Fair, c/o C. Bradway, 169Gardner Hill Road, East Nassau, NY 12062.——————————————————————————————

First-come, first-serve, $25 reserves your table.We are not duplicating two of the same consultants/company.Vendors please email us first to check availability.*Participants are asked to donate an item to be raffled at ourChinese Auction* *this is not required to attend our HolidayVendor Fair. For more information, email: [email protected]


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BRUNSWICK SOCCER CLUB 32nd SPRING

HOUSE SEASON EARLY BIRD SPECIAL

Brunswick Soccer Club is pleased toannounce for its 32nd Spring Houseseason an early bird special thruthe end of January. For all thoseregistering for Spring House inJanuary, the House registration feewill be $75 per child ($15 off theregular price). This is a limited time

offer and ends 1/31/2014, no exceptions. Brunswick SoccerClub House league serves levels U6-U16 and the season beginsthird week in April. Please visit www.brunswicksoccer.org toregister. Save the date, 3V3Live is returning to BrunswickSoccer fields June 7 2014, this is the area’s premier 3V3tournament.

NUTCRACKER

BALLET AND TEA

The School of Creative Arts,located at The Sand LakeCenter for the Arts will host aballet performance of TheNutcracker on December 7th,at 2:00 at Algonquin MiddleSchool. A delectable holidaytea with pastries, cookies,cakes, and tea sandwiches,coffee, tea and hot chocolatewil l fol low the bal letperformance. Don’t miss thismagical, festive holiday event!Tickets are $16.00 for adultsand $14.00 for children. Toorder tickets, call 477-8922.Join us!

Santa Claus will be coming totown on Saturday, December7th, and he wants to have hisphoto taken with al l thechildren in the NorthGreenbush area.The North Greenbush PoliceBenevolent Association, theWynantskill and DeFreestvilleFire Departments, and PaulsenPhotography wil l besponsoring the photos. Comejoin Santa from 10AM-Noon atthe Wynantski l l FireDepartment and from 1PM-3PM at the DeFreestville FireDepartment. Meet yourfriends and enjoy cider anddonuts while visiting withSanta.Don’t get caught in the linesat the mall. Come join us!

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The So. Schodack Vol. FireCompany and The Ladies’Auxiliary want you to be a partof a Children’s ChristmasParty. Infants and children(parents, too!) up to the ageof 10 years are invited.Admission is FREE. The placeto be - So. Schodack Fire-house, Bame Road, Castleton.Discover the Magic ofChristmas with Cheer and Ho!Ho! And Music fills the air!The date is Saturday,December 14th ~ Doors openat 12:30PM ~ Entertainmentat 1PM ~ Refreshmentsavailable. Santa arrives at2PM! Presents, Oh Wow! Funfor All!

LOCAL GIRL WILL REPRESENT USA

The United States ChessFederation has invitedMartha Samadashvil i , ascholastic team member ofthe East Greenbush ChessClub (EGCC), to helprepresent the United Statesat the upcoming World YouthChess Championships. Thiscompetition will be held

December 17-29, 2013, in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. Marthapreviously won the Under 10 - Girls category of the NorthAmerican Youth Chess Championships back in August. Marthaalso earned the title of FIDE Woman Candidate Master.EGCC has been fundraising to help cover Martha’s expenses.They have been collecting donations and helped establish acrowd funding webpage. In addition, they hosted the MarthaSamadashvili Benefit Tournament on Saturday, November 16th,at the La Salle School. The tournament had a strong turnoutwith 32 players participating. Brother John McManus from LaSalle School volunteered to serve as the Tournament Director.Albany Mayor Gerald D. Jennings declared November 16thMartha Samadashvili Day.Martha is an exceptionally hardworking 4th grade Honor Rollstudent who is teaching others what can be done by workinghard and keeping a commitment towards a goal.EGCC is seeking help from the community to support Martha.They encourage people who want to support her quest to goto the club’s website at www.eastgreenbushchessclub.org.There is a link on the main page where people can contribute.They can also contact Bill at 477-2820 for more information.

CASTLETON BOY SCOUT ANNUAL SALE

Castleton Boy Scout Troop 53 is again selling Christmas trees and wreaths. OurScout troop has been selling trees for over 25 years. The profits support the troopand its outdoor programs. For sale are fresh premium balsam trees that are fairlypriced according to size and appearance. Fresh balsam wreath’s (24"- 26" diameter)

with and without bows are also available. We have chose-and-cut trees on site, and new thisyear are some fresh cut Frasier-fir trees. There are also greens available.Sales are weekends from 10 AM until dusk at a farm just east of Castleton Village on Maple HillRoad. Or South on US 9 from the intersection of RT’S 9 and 20, go 2 miles to Maple Hill Road.Signs are posted.We would like to thank our loyal customers for their continued support and welcome new folks.Special thanks also to Dan Engwer florist of Averill Park for helping us to acquire our tree andwreath stock.


CHURCH OF THE COVENANT WELCOMES

THE COMMUNITY TO WORSHIP! • Sunday, Dec. 8th - Second Sundayin Advent - Theme: We shouldrepent for unfaithful living. 8:30amCommunion and Worship; 9:15amSunday School; 10:30am Worshipwith choir and organ. ScriptureChoice: Matthew 3:1-12. (John the

Baptist 1). Professional child care provided. 11:30am Fellowshiphour.Church Office hours are 8:30 am - 1:30 pm, Monday throughFriday. The Church of the Covenant, United Methodist, is theround church near the blinker in Averill Park. Pastor MerryWatters, phone 674-3664, E-mail: [email protected]

2013 at THE CHURCH OF THE COVENANTThe Church of the Covenant in Averill Park hosts its annualChristmas Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, December7th. With more than one-dozen handcraft, gift and food shops,the Bazaar is designed for all your Christmas shopping. You’llfind plenty of holiday-themed items, as well as year-roundgifts and decor.Upstairs we have The Doll Boutique with handmade AmericanGirl clothing, the Pet Corner with gifts for your pet, the SweetShoppe, Plants & Greens, Collectibles, the Country Store,Handcrafts & Decorations and Religious Items. Downstairs willbe “Yuletide for Youth.”. There they will decorate cookies, shopin the Kids-Only store, play games and make crafts. Be sure tostop by the COC Cafe’. The Cafe specializing in chili, macaroniand cheese, sausage and peppers, assorted soups and otherhome-cooked options is an annual favorite. The Church of theCovenant, also known as “The Round Church,” is located at3055 Route 43 in Averill Park near the intersection of Old Route66, just west of Burden Lake Road.

HOLIDAY HOMES 2013The East Greenbush Department ofCommunity & Recreation Services is proud topresent Holiday Homes 2013. This is a chancefor Town residents to show off their homesfor the holiday’s. Representatives from theTown will be judging all homes entered in the

contest on Monday, December 16th, and the deadline to enteris Friday, December 13th. The entry form can be found onlineat eastgreenbush.org or stop by Town Hall to enter! We lookforward to seeing all the beautiful homes in Town this HolidaySeason! Contact the Community & Recreation Department @477-4194 with any questions.

THE MEANING OF JOHN’S CRY TO REPENTOn Sunday, December 8th, is the Second Sunday in Advent2013. The Stuyvesant and Nassau Reformed Churches willfocus on the fiery John the Baptist, a preacher whoseremarkable style guided him on his uncompromising messagethat the One following him, Jesus was the Messiah.In the sermon, titled “The Meaning of John’s Cry to Repent,”the Reverend Edward L. Van Kampen will define Christians asthose who align their lives to the demands of the ancient inspiredtexts like Matthew 3:1-12 which speaks of John the Baptist.Further, he will share the truth that to be a Christian is to beguided by a higher standard of judgment than your ownconscience.The Stuyvesant Reformed Church begins worship at 9 a.m. inits sanctuary where Church Street meets Route 9J, one halfmile south of the only traffic (caution) light in the hamlet ofStuyvesant. The annual Mitten Tree to collect mittens, gloves,scarves etc for children in Columbia County who need theseitems to keep warm and enjoy the Winter Season is in place foryour contribution.The Nassau Reformed Church begins worship at 11 a.m. in itschapel on the second level of its Church-School-building at 43Church Street (Route 20), one half mile east of the only trafficlight in the village. The Children’s sermon at the beginning ofworship will take place beneath the Christmas tree and theboys and girls in Sunday School are preparing for their ChristmasPageant on December 15. Mark your calendars and join us.

“PINK STRANDS FOR STRIDES”

A SUCCESSFUL FUNDRAISEROn October 7th, Studio 1 Hair Designers in EastGreenbush held the annual event - “Pink Strandsfor Strides” to benefit the American CancerSociety’s “Making Strides against Breast Cancer”.We want to thank everyone who came in to geta pink strand and make a donation. We continuedour fundraising efforts throughout the month

of October with Pink extensions and the sale of pink earrings,raising a total of $1697! Our staff also went to the Goff MiddleSchool where the students had pink strands added to their hairand raised $864 for their donation. All proceeds are donatedto “Making Strides” for lifesaving research, education, advocacyand patient service programs.


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TOWN OF SAND LAKE BOARD MEETING

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The Town of Sand Lake will hold its regularBoard Meeting on Wednesday, December 11,2013, at the Sand Lake Town Hall, located at8428 NY Rt. 66 at 7:30 pm.Tentative items on the agenda include:• Presentation – Monolith Solar Associates,Inc.• Set End-of-Year Financial Meeting –

December 26, 2013• Authorization to Close Town Hall Renovations Capital Project(H009)• Authorization to Close Salt Shed Capital Project – CapitalProject (H006)• Authorization to Close Department of Public Works – SolarSystem Capital Project (H014)• Authorization to Establish a Capital Project – Glass Lake FishingAccess Area• Set Organization Meeting for 2014 – January 8, 2014• Authorization for Grant Application – Water QualityImprovement Project• Determination – Lead Agency Status – Water QualityImprovement Grant Application• Budget Amendments and TransfersPlease note that items listed above are tentative and theagenda may change prior to the Town Board Meeting. Thereare two public comment periods during the meeting, and Iencourage the public to attend and participate. Please feelfree to call my office with any questions – 674-2026 ext. 12.Respectfully submitted,Flora Fasoldt, Town Supervisor

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Tis the season for winterconcerts and the Averill ParkCentral School District wouldlike to invite the community toattend its upcoming concerts. Allconcerts are free. • December12: Algonquin Middle School 7th& 8th Grade Winter Concert, 7p.m., AMS; • December 18:Algonquin Middle School 6thGrade Concert, 7 p.m., AMS.The snow date for the middleschool concerts is December 19.

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GARAGE SALESVan Rensselaer HeightsChristmas sale! 460 Forbes Ave.Rensselaer. Sat. 12/7, 9:00am -3:00 pm. Homemade soup. Bakegood. Raffle- Panera’s GiftCertificate!

ANNUAL ELECTION OF

NORTH GREENBUSH FIRE DISTRICT NO. 1

On Tuesday, December 10, 2013, between the hours of 6:00p.m. and 9:00 p.m. the election of one (1) fire commissioner willbe held. The commissioner elect will serve a five year termcommencing on January 1, 2014, and ending on December 31,2018. Town residents residing in the Town of North GreenbushElection Districts Nos. 1, 3, 4, and 7 will vote at the WynantskillFire Station (WFD) located on Church Street in Wynantskill,and those Town residents residing in Election Districts Nos. 2,5, 6, and 8 will vote at the DeFreestville Fire Station (DFD)located on Route 4 in DeFreestville. See the list below todetermine your correct Fire District Voting Location:

Election District, Normal Voting Location,District Voting Location

1. Town Office, Main Ave - Wynantskill Fire Station 2. Bloomingrove Reformed Church - DeFreestville Fire Station 3. St. Jude School - Wynantskill Fire Station 4. Bailey Mountain Fish & Game - Wynantskill Fire Station 5. St. Michael’s Church - DeFreestville Fire Station 6. Bloomingrove Reformed Church - DeFreestville Fire Station 7. Town Office Main Ave - Wynantskill Fire Station 8. Gardner Dickinson School - DeFreestville Fire StationAll residents of the North Greenbush Fire District No. 1 who wereduly registered to vote with the Rensselaer CountyBoard of Elections on or before November 18, 2013, shall be entitledto vote at this election.

Looking for some Holidaycheer, a visit with Santa andmaybe win some great giftbaskets and gift certificates?Be sure to visit Becker’s FarmHoliday Open House onSaturday, December 7th,from 9 to 4 and stop at theGreenbush Garden Clubtable. You can take a chanceon some great gift baskets andcertif icates, meet ourmembers and learn about ourprograms and communityactivities. Becker’s Farm islocated at 420 ColumbiaTurnpike in East Greenbush.See you there.

YOU’RE INVITED - OPEN HOUSE HOSTED

BY THE GREEN EARTHLING 4-H CLUB

Youth age 5-18 and their family, interested in learningabout 4–H in Rensselaer County, are invited to 4-HWinter Fair on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, from 6:30-8 pm

at Salem United Methodist Church, WSL. Come and talk with 4-H’ers, 4-H Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) staff, and county4-H club leaders. In addition, complete a recycled craft project,make a holiday card for a veteran at the VA Hospital and enjoysnacks with us! We are also collecting food for a local foodpantry. For more information, please contact Rensselaer CountyCCE 4-H at 272-4210.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OFLIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY(LLC). Name: LM Lowney, LLC.Articles of Organization filed withSSNY on 06/03/2013. Officelocation: Rensselaer County.SSNY has been designated asagent upon whom process againstit may be served. The address towhich the SSNY shall mail a copyof any process is 392 Miller Road,East Greenbush, NY 12061.Purpose: to engage in any lawfulact or activity.

LEGAL NOTICE

RENSSELAER LAND TRUST’S OPEN HOUSE

AND GEORGE WILSON CONCERT

RLT invites the public to their office at 415 River Street, Troy,NY on Sunday, December 8, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. for theirAnnual Open House and Troy’s Victorian Stroll Concert withGeorge Wilson. Wilson is a renowned fiddler, multi-instrumentalvirtuoso, and singer who will perform in a variety of traditionaland folk styles to be enjoyed by all. This event is free and opento the public. For more information, visit www.renstrust.org orcall (518) 659-5263.

CAMBRIDGE

HOLIDAY

VENDOR FAIR

Cambridge Connects 17thAnnual Craft, Vendor & FineArts Fair will be held this yearDecember 7th at theCambridge Central School inconjunction with TheCambridge Camber ofCommerce’s It’s a WonderfulLife Christmas in CambridgeCelebration. CambridgeConnects is now acceptingapplications. We always sellout, so don’t hesitate tocontact Dawn Case for moreinformation. (518) 677-3959or [email protected]

TROY ILIUM

LITERARY CLUB

MEETING

The Troy Ilium Literary Clubwill be meet at 2 pm at theTroy Masonic CommunityCenter, 39 Brunswick Rd, Troyon Friday, 12/6/13. Followinga brief meeting, the clubmembers wil l enjoy theirannual Christmas Tea.Elizabeth Kasius, accompaniedby a clarinetist, wil l beperforming. Guests arewelcome to attend.

PUPPET PEOPLE TO

PERFORM “A

CHRISTMAS CAROL”

The Puppet People will perform“A Christmas Carol” at the TroyPublic Library, 100 SecondStreet on Sat., December 14th,at 1PM at the Main Library. Thispuppet spec-tacular featuresbeautiful handcrafted marion-

ettes, lavish costumes, vivid sets,and a professional soundtrackincluding many hol idayfavorites. This show is sure toplease. For children ages 4 andup. This program is sponsoredby a grant from Stewart’s Shops.


EMPLOYMENT

LEGAL NOTICENOTICE OF FORMATION OFLIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.NAME: 149 4th STREETASSOC., LLC. Articles ofOrganization were filed with theSecretary of State of New York(SSNY) on 10/08/13. Officelocation: Rensselaer County.SSNY has been designated asagent of the LLC upon whomprocess against it may be served.SSNY shall mail a copy of processto the LLC, 32 Patroon Point,Rensselaer, New York 12144.Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OFLIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.BALDIZON LANGUAGESERVICES, LLC.Articles of Organization were filedwith the Secretary of State of NewYork (SSNY) on March 27, 2013.Office location: RensselaerCounty. The SSNY is designatedas agent of the LLC upon whomprocess against it may be served.The address within or without thisstate to which the SSNY shall maila copy of any process acceptedon behalf of the LLC served uponhim or her is: c/o United StatesCorporation Agents, Inc., 701413th Avenue, Suite 202, Brooklyn,NY 11228. The LLC is formed forany lawful business purpose orpurposes.

Notice of Formation of Barbella-Kollasch Services, LLC. Arts OfOrg. filed with Secy. Of State ofNY (SSNY) on 10/22/13. Officelocation: Rensselaer County.SSNY designated as agent of LLCupon whom process against itmay be served. SSNY shall mailprocess to: 24 Tannery Rd.,Somerville, NJ 08876. Purpose:any lawful activity.

Notice of formation of CroninTechnology Consulting LLC. Arts.of Org. filed with Secy. of State(SSNY) on 08/27/13. Officelocation: Rensselaer County.SSNY designated as agent of LLCupon whom process against itmay be served. SSNY shall mailprocess to: 14 Bayberry Ct., E.Greenbush, NY 12061. Purpose:any lawful activity.

FRATELLO’S HOLDINGS, LLCArt. Of Org. Filed Sec. of State ofNY 10/08/2013. Off. Loc.:Rensselaer Co. SSNY designatedas agent upon whom processagainst it may be served. SSNY tomail copy of process to TheLimited Liability Company, 620Congress Street, Troy, NY 12180.Purpose: Any lawful act or activity.

LEGAL NOTICENotice of formation of LimitedLiability Company, TransTechServices LLC, for any lawfulpurpose. Articles of Organizationwere filed with the Secretary ofState of the State of New York(SSNY) on 11/21/13. SSNY hasbeen designated as agent of theLLC upon whom process againstit may be served. SSNY shall maila copy of process to the LLC, 748Old Best Road, West Sand Lake,NY 12196 (Rensselaer County).

NOTICE OF FORMATION OFLIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY(LLC). Name: Yacon Village, LLC.Articles of Organization filed withthe Secretary of State of NY(SSNY) on 10/22/2013. Officelocation: Rensselaer County.SSNY has been designated asagent upon whom process againstit may be served. The Post Officeaddress to which the SSNY shallmail a copy of any processagainst the LLC served upon is354 Poyneer Rd. Nassau, NY12123. Purpose of LLC: Toengage in any lawfulact or activity.

NOVENAPRAYER TO THE

BLESSED VIRGIN

(Never known to fail)Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt.

Carmel, fruitful vine splendor ofHeaven. Blessed Mother of theSon of God. Immaculate Virgin,assist me in my necessity.

Oh, Star of the Sea, help me andshow me, herein you are mymother. Oh, Holy Mary, Mother ofGod, Queen of Heaven and Earth!I humbly beseech you from thebottom of my heart to answer mein this necessity. There are nonethat can withstand your power.Oh, show me herein you are mymother. Oh, Mary conceivedwithout sin, pray for us who haverecourse to thee (3x). HolyMother, I place this cause in yourhands (3x).

Sweet Mother, I place this causein your hands (3x). Holy Spirit, youwho solve all problems, light allroads so that I can attain my goal,you who gave me the divine gift toforgive and forget all evil againstme and that in all instances in mylife you are with me. I want in thisshort prayer to thank you for allthings as you confirm once againthat I never want to be separatedfrom you in eternal glory. Thankyou for your mercy towards meand mine.

The person must say thisprayer 3 consecutive days, after 3days, the request will be granted.This prayer must be publishedafter the favor is granted. P.G.

LEGAL NOTICENOTICE OF FORMATION OFNEW LEAF CONSULTINGSERVICES, Domestic LLCArticles of organization were filedwith the NY Secretary of State on10/28/13. Office: Renss. Co.SSNY has been designated asagent of said LLC upon whomprocess against it may be served.SSNY shall mail a copy of processto: 1184 Simons Rd., Castleton,NY 12033. Any lawful purpose.

ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATIONOF nld carpentry llc Under Section203 of the Limited LiabilityCompany Law.FIRST The name of the limitedliability compnay is nld carpentryllc.SECOND The county within thisstate in which the limited liabilitycompnay is to be located isRensselaer.THIRD The secretary of state isdesignated as agent of the limitedliability company upon whomprocess against it may be served.The address within or without thisstate to which the Secretary ofState shall mail a copy of anyprocess accepted on behalf of thelimited liabiltiy company servedupon him or her is c/o UnitedStates Corporation Agents, Inc,7014 13th Avenue, Suite 202,Brooklyn, NY 11228.FOURTH The name and streetaddress in this state if theregistered agent upon whom andat which process against thelimited liability company be servedis United States CorporationAgents, Inc, 7014 13th Avenue,Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OFLIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.NAME: Oppenheimer PhillipsLLC. Articles of Organization werefiled with the Secretary of State ofNew York (SSNY) on 9/16/13.Office location: RensselaerCounty. SSNY has beendesignated as agent of the LLCupon whom process against itmay be served. SSNY shall mail acopy of process to the LLC, 100South Waldron Ln Wynantskill NY12198. Purpose: For any lawfulpurpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OFLIMITED LIABLITY COMPANY

(LLC) NAME: ROGER VINCENTCONSTRUCTION, LLC.

Articles of organization were filedwith the Secretary of State of NewYork on October 23, 2013. Officelocation: Rensselaer County. TheSecretary of State of New York isdesignated as agent of LLC uponwhom processes against it maybe served. Secretary of State ofNew York shall mail process tothe LLC at 2671 Plank Road,Berlin, New York 12022. Purposeof LLC is to engage in any lawfulactivity.

HELP WANTEDAssistant Teacher, Mon.-Fri.Executive Woods Childcare, offEverett Rd. Albany. 459-7156

Kennel/ vet assistant. P/T for busyprogressive veterinary hospital.Weekends and holidays req’d.Exp pref. but will train the rightperson. Fax resume to: 477-7980No phone calls please.

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Notice of Formation of LimitedLiability Company. Name: Alaminand Associates of New York LLC.Articles of Organization were filedwith the Secretary of State of NewYork on 11/21/13. Office location:Rensselear County. SSNY hasbeen desginated as agent of LLCupon whom process against itmay be served. SSNY shall mail acopy of process to the LLC, 227E. Kennedy Street, Syracuse,New York 13205. Purpose: for anylawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OFLIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.NAME: HUDSON RIVERNATURAL PRODUCTRECYCLING, LLC. Articles ofOrganization were filed with theSecretary of State of New York(SSNY) on 10/15/13. Officelocation: Rensselaer County.SSNY has been designated asagent of the LLC upon whomprocess against it may be served.SSNY shall mail a copy of processto the LLC, 551 Main Avenue,Wynantskill, New York 12198.Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

INTERESTED IN SERVING the TOWN of

NORTH GREENBUSH?

The North Greenbush Town Board invites Town residents whoare interested in serving the Town on various Boards andCommittees to submit resumes and cover letters including anyposition they are interested in. Resumes should be sent byDecember 6th to: North Greenbush Supervisor’s Office, 2Douglas St., Wynantskill, NY 12198.~ Submitted by Al Spain, Supervisor

WUFSD SEEKS RESIDENTS INTERESTED IN

BOARD OF EDUCATION POSITION

Wynantskill Union Free School District is seeking district residentsinterested in serving on the Board of Education for the remainderof the school year. The district is seeking to fill the seat ofChristina Curran, who announced her resignation at the Nov.21 Board meeting for personal reasons. Mrs. Curran’sresignation is effective Dec. 31. The new Board member willbegin serving Jan. 1.Interested community members are asked to please submit aletter of interest and resume to Sharon Hillis, District Clerk,Wynantskill UFSD, 25 East Avenue, Troy, NY 12180. Thedeadline for submissions is Dec. 12. The Board of Education willreview candidates and appoint a new Board member to servethrough June 30. The remaining year of Mrs. Curran’s term,which will expire June 30, 2015, will be filled through the electionof a Board member on the May 20 community budget vote.To serve on the Board of Education, an individual must be aresident of the district for at least one year and a qualifiedvoter of the district. For questions, please contact the districtat 283-4600 ext. 14 or visit their websitewww.wynantskillufsd.org.

KNK Real Estate, LLC, aDomestic LLC, filed with theSSNY on Sept 16, 2013. OfficeLoc: Rensselaer County. SSNYdesignated as agent upon whomprocess against it may be served.SSNY to mail copy of process to:The LLC, 27 Starr Road, Troy, NY12182.

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TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE TO BE

PERFORMED AS A STAGED READING

Sixteen years after he left school, Mitch (Bill Douglas) meets hisformer teacher Morrie (Dick Griffin) and begins a memorable journeytoward understanding life’s greatest mysteries.Tuesdays with Morrie—one performance only, at 2:30PM onSunday, December 15, at the Sand Lake Center for the Arts,2880 Route 43, Averill Park, NY. Dick Griffin and Bill Douglasappear in a staged reading of the play by Jeffrey Hatcher andMitch Albom, based on Albom’s New York Times best seller,whose subtitle says it all: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life’sGreatest Lesson. No admission charge, but donations aregratefully accepted to defray the costs of production; profitswill be donated to charity. To make reservations, call (518)674-2007.

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CHRISTMAS PAGEANT AT TRINITY

The Sunday school children of Trinity Lutheran Church, WestSand Lake, will perform a Christmas pageant ‘’A Night InBethlehem’’ at the regular worship service on Sunday, December15th, at the 9:00 a.m. service. The children have been planningthis for awhile and we hope you will come and support theireffort! Worship is at 9:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Churchlocated at the four corners of West Sand Lake and you enterat the road sign ‘’church way’’ on RT 150. You may enter eitherin the back of the church where one parks or there will be aramp at the front entrance for anyone handicapped. We alsohave a wheelchair available in the fronthallway of the church. Just ask an usher for assistance. Pleasecall 674-5501 if needed!

TAMARAC HOLIDAY

Tamarac H.S is holding their2nd Annual Holiday ShoppingNight on December 10th from6PM to 9PM. Crafterswelcome, $25 per table. Formore information, contactAmber [email protected]

ARE YOU ACAREGIVER?

Are you a caregiver to aspouse or parent in yourhome? Would you like to goout a day or two a week for ahair cut or permanent; or visitto the library; go shopping;bowling golfing or a move? CallMarion Blair at 518-766-3779.I may be able to help you. Wehave many suggestions foryou.

NASSAU SUNSHINE FUND:

NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS

“Neighbors helping neighbors” has been the motto of theSunshine Fund since it was established in 2009. The SunshineFund makes no-interest loans to people who live in Nassau whoare experiencing a financial crisis. Typically, loans do not exceed$500 and are paid directly to the vendor for services renderedto the borrower. To date, we have made over $7,000 in loans.We use loan repayments and donations to make new loans. Weare a tax-exempt charitable organization, so donations to theSunshine Fund are fully tax deductible. For information aboutapplying for a loan, or about our organization, please call (518)256-6878. Donations can be mailed to: Nassau Sunshine Fund,P.O. Box 10, Nassau, New York 12123. The Sunshine Fundrespects and maintains the confidentiality of all loan applicantsand recipients.

“AN AMERICAN CHRISTMAS”

Capital Community Voices, directed by Julie Panke, will presenta program of classical and popular holiday songs on Saturday,December 14, at 7:30 pm at Genet Elementary School, Route4, East Greenbush, NY. The program will include Christmas songsfrom the American Folk, African-American Spiritual, and populartraditions. An ensemble from the chorus will present “StoppingBy the Woods” with a text from poet Robert Frost. Popularselections include “I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm,” “ Baby,It’s Cold Outside,” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.”The chorus will be accompanied by John Norton, piano, TonyRiccobono, bass, and James Iacketta, percussion.Ticket prices for the concert are $10 for general admission and$8 for seniors and students. A reception will follow theperformance.

A CELEBRATION WITH THE WELL-KNOWN

GROUP: “ALBANY VETERANS CHOIR”

On Friday, December 13th, The Edward C. Swartz Senior Centerinvites all seniors to join us for noon meal and an afternoon ofexceptional entertainment by the “Albany Veteran’s Choir.” Toround the day out, refreshments will be served by SeniorVolunteers following the program. Please, come join us for afestive time of great music and fellowship. For more information,or to make a reservation, please call: 477-6581.

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During the month of November, the East GreenbushTransportation Department raised over $500 toward thepurchase of turkeys. With the assistance of Hannaford, EGTransportation was able to donate 50 turkeys to the ResourceCenter in Nassau. When combined with donations alreadyreceived, the Resource Center was able to provide meals for100 families this Thanksgiving.

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ANIMAL BEDDINGQuality pine wood shavings; soldin bulk by the yard. Del. 817-7161.

APPLIANCE REPAIRMost brands incl. Sears. Promptservice. Mike Horowitz 477-8378

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CASH FOR CLASSIC CARSRunning or not. 365-3368

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COMPUTER EXPERTAffordable computer repairs. I’llcome to you. Over 20 yrs exp.Tom 469-7029

DEBRIS REMOVALAttics/ B’ment / Garage, Cons.cleanup. We take it all! 727-4068

DIVORCEUncontested papers prepared$349(incl. poor person app) incl.gov. fees if poor person app. isappr. 274-0380

DRAIN CLEANINGFull service drain cleaning &repairs, incl. camera/videoinspections. Emergency serviceAPS Sewer & Drain Cleaning 674-0908

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ELECTRICAL WORKInstallations & repairs. Qualitywork, reas. rates. Steve 364-7231

ELECTRICIANLammon Electric. Full lic. & ins.25yrs exp., res./comm. Stand byGenerac generator. 274-5100

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FENCEWORKSDog runs, inground poolpackages, yard enclosures &repairs. Free est., fully insured.283-7811

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GENERAL CONTRACTINGAdditions, int. remodeling, paint,siding, kit., bath, decks, windowsand doors. Free est. 378-6298

GUTTERS/ SEAMLESSThe Gutter Guy. Cleaning & repairalso avail. Fully ins. 24 yrs. exp.339-3231

HANDYMAN , REMODELINGand Carpentry services.Experienced. Careful attention todetail. Insured. Guaranteedint/ext. work. Call Ernie Mumford669-4530

HANDYMAN30 years experience. Kitchens,baths, carpentry, plumbing,electrical, etc. 526-1604

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HOME CARE SERVICESAides/Nurse avail. FT/ PT/ 24 hrs.Affordable. Excellent references.203-8723

HOME CARE SERVICESSeniors, children, disabled,hospice experience, excellentreferences, Amy 518-533-3818

HOME COOK/ MEAL PLANNERTraining, tools, and/ or mealsprovided for intended weight loss.Linda 222-9734

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PLUMBING & HEATINGRepair, installs, service, licensedexperienced, insured. Cert., 24 hr.service 518 283-2331

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Rainbow Vacuum CleanersAuthorized service. New & usedunits, free pickup. Call for holidayspecials 1- 877-265-8367 Toll free

RESIDENTIAL REMODELINGKitchen, baths, etc. Detailed work,free est. insured. 286-3636

ROOFAll types, quality work, free est.,fully insured. (518) 368-3716

ROOF MAINTENANCENo job too small. Fully ins., freeest. Holland Roofing 451-9325

ROOF REPAIRFully insured roofing company. Allroof repairs, specializing in slaterepair. 505-2215

ROOFINGSpecializing in architectural, 3 tab,metal, cedar shakes and repairs.Free estimate. Call 378-6298.

ROOFINGA&J Roofing, shingles, slate,rubber. Fully insured. Free est.(518)283-9094

ROOFINGRoofing, siding, windows, doors,basements, plumbing. 268-9764

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SEPTIC SERVICETanks cleaned, group rates avail.Call a neighbor! Gene 674-5223

SEWING MACHINE REPAIRHousehold/industrial, all makes,tune-ups,parts, supplies 674-8491

SNOW PLOWINGDiveways and parking lots. NorthGreenbush, Wynantskill, AverillPark, West Sand Lake, andsurrounding areas. Reliable,plowing since 1989. Aaron St.Onge(518) 283-4013 or (518)461-3227

SNOWBLOWER REPAIRPrompt, guaranteed repairs onmost brands incl. Sears. Pkup/del.Mike Horowitz 477-8378

SNOWPLOWINGRes or comm, insur. 20% discountw/ contract. Remodels, painting,clean outs, roof/ repairs. 858-2181

STONE & DIRT DRIVEWAYSRepairs, Excavation, Ditching,Drainage. Stone & Gravel &Topsoil deliveries. Free est.insured. 258-4092/712-5332

STORAGEServing Cap. Dist. for 22 years.Indr & outdr winter storage, cars,boats, motorcycles etc 573-5387

TREE SERVICEBrush, tree, shrub removal &trimming. Also small buildingdemolition. Insured andexperienced.Don Bradley Jr. (518) 674-2444

TREE SERVICEScheffler’s Tree Service.Removal, pruning, trimming.Insured, free estimates. Bill 479-9749

TUTORING- EXPERIENCEDReadng/ K-12, & Special Needs.High school English /SocialStudies, test preparation. 265-0047

WELDINGAll types of welding repairs,ornamental, light fabrication.Portable. Rensselaer Welding477-5200

WELL PUMP SERVICEResidential/commercial, service &repairs (518) 283-2331

WINDOW CLEANINGKen’s Window Cleaning. Fully insured, commercial/ residential40 year family exp. 766-4975

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HIGHLIGHT ACTING TROUPE PRESENTS

“THE CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT”The Highlight Acting Troupe is proud to present The ChristmasOrnament written by Ron LeVan and adapted by Kathryn Capalbo.The show is directed by Kathryn Capalbo with Andrew Osterhoutand Steve Salhoff assisting and accompanist Marietta Mitchell. Thetime is the 1990’s, the place is New York City. Everywhere you lookis the feeling of Christmas. We bring you the story of Donald andBeverly, two bums living on the streets who decide to get married.You will meet their fellow friends who will try to help them do justthat. Also, there is a story of an orphanage and how the directorof the orphanage is trying to help each child feel that they areloved, especially their newest orphan who needs some extra specialcare. All along the way the story is filled with songs. This show isin special memory of the late Ron LeVan. Come join us at theBrunswick Grange, Rt.7 and Rt. 142 (behind Stewart’s) on Friday,Dec. 6; and Saturday, Dec. 7, at 7:30 pm; and Sunday, Dec. 8, at 2pm. Ticket prices are $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and students.We will be collecting food for the Pittstown Food Pantry at eachperformance. Anyone donating will receive a raffle ticket for aChristmas wreath. For reservations or information, please call Tinaor Kat at 272-7558.


HOLIDAY POT LUCK SUPPER/PROGRAMThe public is invited to the annual Holiday PotLuck Dinner and Program of the Sand LakeHistorical Society on Tuesday, December 10, at6:00 p.m.: Holiday Pot Luck Dinner at the KnowlsonHouse, 42 Schumann Road, Sand Lake, the homeof Ron Berti and Barbara Neu-Berti. Please bring

a covered dish entrée or salad. Dessert and beverages will beprovided by the Trustees.The program will be Kathy Sheehan speaking about “Christmasin Rensselaer County: ‘Twas the Night before Christmas’ “ (a.k.a.“A Visit from St. Nicholas”). Kathy Sheehan is the Historian ofRensselaer County. No reservations are needed as this is a potluck dinner. Also, please bring a nonperishable food item, whichwill be donated to the Doors of Hope.We invite you to mark you calendar with the dates of ourupcoming programs and join us as you are able. We meet onthe second Tuesday of each month.For further information, please contact Rev. Dr. Robert Loesch,President, 674-8204 or [email protected]

TEXAS HOLD’EMTexas Hold’em to be held atthe West Ghent Firehouse, 74Bender Blvd. in Ghent onSaturday, December 7th.Doors open at 5PM and playbegins at 6PM. Everyonewelcome. For moreinformation, call Claudia at423-5957 or Tim at 821-2297.

TOYS FOR TOTSDROP-OFF SITE

Eastwyck Village in NorthGreenbush is a drop offlocation for Toys For Tots.Please drop off a new,unwrapped gift to ourClubhouse located at 1Eastwyck Circle, Rensselaer,NY 12144 or call 874-1638.

FLEA MARKET,BAKE SALE &

CHINESE AUCTIONThe Petersburg MethodistChurch, located at 12 Headof Lane will be holding a FleaMarket, Bake Sale and ChineseAuction on Saturday,December 7th ~ Sale starts9AM to 3PM. Lunch will beavailable ~ homemade soups~ hot dogs ~ hamburgers~chili ~ coffee & soda. Tablesavailable for $15 each. Formore info., call 658-3757 or283-5397.


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LIVING NATIVITYJoin Wise Men and Shepherdsvisiting Mary, Joseph, and BabyJesus outdoors in the Garden atSt. John’s Episcopal Troy from12:30-2:30 p.m. on Sunday,December 8, during the VictorianStroll. Family-friendly pettingzoo available. Tower chimesconcert from 12-12:30, and self-guided Tiffany window tours inthe sanctuary 12-5 p.m. Cornerof First & Liberty, downtownTroy—the brownstone churchone block south of SageColleges. Free and open to thepublic. 274-5884.

SLCA PRESENTS “DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER” IN ITS FINAL WEEK

Best friends, Robert (Todd Hamilton of North Adams) andBernard (Bill Douglas of Rensselaer) are at odds wheneach discovers that all is not as it seems in this fast movingfarce. A mistress, a meal … what could go wrong?Sand Lake Center for the Arts-Circle Theatre Playerspresents “Don’t Dress for Dinner”. This popular production,written by Mark Camoletti, directed by Sky Vogel, takesyou to the French countryside where the cast and crewwill dish up a saucy, fun, farce that has more twists andturns than a corkscrew. Come join us for our final week ofperformances on Dec. 5, 6, 7, at 8 pm; and Sunday, Dec 8,at 2:30 pm. Tickets are $16 adults, $10 students under18. Reservations can be made at 518-674-2007 or

www.slca-ctp.org. SLCA is located at 2880 NY 43, Averill Park, NY, is fully handicappedaccessible, and has plenty of free parking.

AMERICAN LEGION

TOY DRIVE

The American Legion will beholding a Toy Drive for theRensselaer County Veteransand Family and Youth Serviceson Dec. 8th.Admission is an unwrappedtoy or $5.00 at the door.There will be Fun, Food, Musicby Johnny O, and Raffles.We will be Raffling a Sony PlayStation4 for $5.00 per ticketor 3 tickets for $10.00; ticketsare available at the post on111 Main Ave, Wynantskill.The time is 1PM till 5PM. Pleasecome and enjoy the day andhelp the Veterans and theirfamilies. Contact person isCarol Delair at 227-7438 or theLegion at 283-1055.

Cars on consignment, call fordetails. We buy cars. 286-3350

Pet Adoption of the Week

If you would like to meet Athena to possibly adopt her,Contact : sher ry427@ver izon .ne t or 518-393-0755

ATHENA - Sweet gal who is only 2years old, happy and healthy.She isspayed, 38 lbs, current with vaccines,heartworm negative and has beenwormed. She is housetrained and cratetained. She will rest in her crate andnot make a peep. She is fine with otherdogs but unknown about cats. She willbe a wonderful addition to a family whois looking for a new doggie to love.

The Church of the RedeemerThrift Shop (1249 Third Street,Rensselaer, at the corner ofThird and Catherine Streets)will be open on Thursdays from3PM to 6PM; and on Saturday,December 7th, from 9AM to2PM. The shop featuresclothing for all sizes and ages(many name brands, veryreasonable prices), books,toys, games, housewares,glasses, dishes, furniture,handicapped equipment, andmany one-of-a-kind items. Theyear-round Christmas room isoverflowing!The Thrift Shop is on the CDTABusline #214, is handicapped-accessible and can be enteredfrom the parking lot behind thebuilding. Learn more atF a c e b o o k . c o m /Redeemerthriftshop.

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MELVIN ROADS POST TO HOLD

PEARL HARBOR REMEMBRANCEThe attack on Pearl Harbor December 7,1941 is ever etched on the minds of thosewho are old enough to remember. Forthe rest, it is our solemn duty to bringthis horrific day to the attention of thoseyounger and who may not appreciate the

meaning of this solemn occasion. At 12Noon, Saturday,December 7th, 2013, the veterans of Melvin Roads Post willhold a moment of prayer and remembrance for not only thePost family but for the wider community as well. This daycommemorates the attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii by theImperial Japanese Navy. This surprise attack led PresidentRoosevelt to say that “this is a day that will go down in infamy.”Melvin Roads Post is located at 200 Columbia Turnpike, EastGreenbush. Again, the public is invited to attend.

CHRISTMAS USO SHOW AT

RENSSELAER SENIOR CENTEROn Friday, December 6th, The Rensselaer Senior Center will becelebrating “Pearl Harbor Day” with a Christmas USO show byGary Ferris. Lunch is at 12noon, and followed at 12:30 by GaryFerris, with an authentic USO show from World War II. Thisshow is sponsored by AccuCare.All Veterans, 60 years old and older are guest for lunchcompliments of the Rensselaer Senior center membership.The Senior Center is located in the McManus Center (Old St.John’s school), corner of East and Herrick Streets in the city ofRensselaer.

REV. CHARLES

SCHWARTZ BIDS

FAREWELL TO PASTORJAMES HULIHAN

Rev. Jim Hulihan will retire asPastor of Trinity Lutheran

Church, West Sand Lake and the Gilead Lutheran Church ofCenter Brunswick.A “special” service will be held at both Trinity at 9:00 a.m., andGilead at 11:00 a.m. with a reception to follow at both churches.A coffee hour will be held after the service at Trinity and aluncheon at Gilead following the 11:00 a.m. service. All areinvited to both receptions.December 22nd will be Pastor Jim’s last service to both churchesand Rev. Charles Schwartz will be giving the Sermon at bothchurches. Rev. Schwartz spent his young life at Trinity as didhis parents and siblings. He came out of the Air Force and hada “calling” to the ministry. He is now retired from the Prince ofPeace Lutheran Church of Clifton Park but continues to serveas Dean of the Hudson-Mohawk Conference, He is alsoresponsible for starting “the Clown Ministry” which traveledaround spreading the Gospel of Christ in a unique way.We will all miss Pastor Jim, however, and the years we spentwith him, his deep commitment to the Gospel and his friendlypersonality and his prayerful guidance in leading both churches.Also, his work with our youth and his “special” children’ssermons.So mark your calendars and come to bid farewell to Pastor Jimas Rev. Schwartz preaches and bids him a “farewell”!Pastor Jim we will miss you! We wish you a very joyful andblessed retirement. Both churches are handicapped accessible!

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THANKSGIVING MEALS FOR THE NEEDY

St. Jude the Apostle School students pack Thanksgiving mealsfor the needy of our community as part of their AnnualThanksgiving Food Drive. The church and school gatheredenough food to feed 200 families through St. Joseph’s FoodPantry and Joseph’s House, both in Troy.

RED MILL SCHOOL VENDOR/

CRAFT FAIRThe Red Mill School will hold a Vendor/Craft Fair on Saturday,December 7, 2013, from 8AM - 2PM. One Stop Holiday Shopping!Jewelry ~ Accessories ~ Purses ~ Candles ~ Make-Up ~ BakedGoods ~ Homemade crafts ~ AND MUCH MORE!The fair will be held at 225 McCullough Place, Rensselaer, NY12144. Email for details ~ [email protected]

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