our towne rensco may 2010

Community EventsCommunity EventsLocal ArticlesLocal ArticlesBusiness Q & A Business Q & A Womans FeatureWomans FeaturePet PagesPet PagesCoupons and Specials Coupons and Specials

OUR TOWNEOUR TOWNERensselaer Countys Community ResourceRensselaer Countys Community Resource

ComplimentaryComplimentary MAY 2010 MAY 2010

2 Advertise to over 16,000 neighbors - call 439-1731

SPECIALIZING IN: Custom & Stock Cabinetry Post Form & Custom Countertops Certified Solid Surface Fabricators

LOCAL SUPPLIER FOR GRANITE& QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS

Cash & Carry Only $2,495 99

KRAFTMAID KITCHEN10 X 10 OAK KITCHEN

CHOICE OF SIX DIFFERENT STAINSPOST FORM COUNTERTOP

CHOOSE FROM 15 STOCK COLORS

STORE HOURS:MON-FRI 9AM-5PM

THUR 9AM-7PMSAT 9AM-12PM

VISIT OUR SHOWROOM:495 CAMPBELL AVE, TROY, NY 12180

518-273-5868

CALL US: 465-3535 OR VISIT US: www.polsinello.com

35,&(3527(&7,213/$163523$1($1'+($7,1*2,/

6DYH*DOORQ)OH[3UH3D\3ODQ6DYH*DOORQ)OH[%XGJHW3ODQ&DSSHG3UH3D\3ODQ&DSSHG%XGJHW3ODQV3URPSW3D\PHQW'LVFRXQWV6HQLRU'LVFRXQWV

*(7,1)5((+($7,1*2,/253523$1(

:LQD1HZ+HDWLQJ6\VWHPRUD6HDVRQV:RUWKRI+HDWLQJ2LORU3URSDQH

5DQGRPGUDZLQJVWREHKHOG2FW0D[LPXPSUL]HIRURLORUSURSDQHLVJDOORQV0D[LPXPYDOXHIRUKHDWLQJV\VWHPLV:LQQHUPXVWEHZLWKLQ3ROVLQHOOR)XHOVVHUYLFHDUHD+HDWLQJV\VWHPPXVWEHLQVWDOOHGE\3ROVLQHOOR)XHOV,QF9LVLWSROVLQHOORFRPIRUGHWDLOV

1HZ3),6HUYLFH$UHD$XWRPDWLF'HOLYHU\FXVWRPHUVRQO\9DOLGXQWLO-XO\RQO\ZLWKWKLVFRXSRQ1RWWREHXVHGZLWKDQ\RWKHURIIHUJDOORQPLQLPXPIRUFUHGLWTXDOLHGFXVWRPHUVRQO\2QO\DQQXDOSXUFKDVHUVDUHTXDOLHG

*(7,1)5((+($7,1*2,/253523$1(

:LQD1HZ+HDWLQJ6\VWHPRUD6HDVRQV:RUWKRI+HDWLQJ2LORU3URSDQH

+($7,1*2,/352*5$066DYH*DOORQ3UH3D\)OH[6DYH*DOORQ%XGJHW)OH[

&DSSHG3UH3D\3URJUDPV&DSSHG%XGJHW3ODQV3URPSW3D\PHQW'LVFRXQWV6HQLRU'LVFRXQWV

3523$1(352*5$066DYH*DOORQ3UH3D\6DYH*DOORQ%XGJHW

3Visit us on line at www.ourtownerensco.com

Rent just what you need for any occasion YOU NEED IT.. WE RENT IT

* Construction Equipment & Tools * Earth Moving Excavation * Lawn & Garden Equipment & Tools * Hand & Power Tools * Lifts & Ladders Etc. * Chippers/ Log Splitters * Concrete & Masonry Tools * Cutting & Finishing * Floor & Carpet Tools * Plumbing Tools * Air Compressors * Lighting Equipment * Generators * Heating & Ventilation * Forklifts * BBQ Equipment * Tents/Tables/Chairs * Popcorn/ Cotton Candy Machines

217 N Greenbush Rd., Troy 2 Troy Rd., East Greenbush 283.6246 477.1104 www.countrytruevalue.com

SKID STEERS

Wide range of attachments Available to rent

Great selection of Post Hole Digging

Equipment

TILLERS

Full Line/ Full Service Rental Center located within a Great Hardware Store. Always offering Great Service &Advice

TENTS ALL SIZES TABLES & CHAIRS

Spring Cleaning - Start With Your Pup!Spring Cleaning - Start With Your Pup!

Clifton Park - Plaza 8 1536 Crescent Rd. (just off Exit 8 of the Northway) 371-6600 / Delmar - 266 Delaware Ave. 368-3260Mon-Fri 11-7, Sat 9-5, Sun 10 - 5 (Grooming starts at 8 am) www.shampoodledogwash.com

Shampoodle

SHAMPOODLES Dog Wash &

Doggie Day Camp - Clifton Park onlyAffordable day camp (full & 1/2 days) Supervised play by a certifi ed trainer. Big or small we love them all! Convenient...Great location. Open Mon - Fri 7am-7 pm. Fill out our forms for admission. You can have your day camp pups washed or groomed before you pick them up at a reduced cost. Puppy Play Group - Thursday's 6 pm just $5 Training from Paw It Forward Mon - Wed nights & Saturdays - call for info.

Dirty Dogs Done Dirt Cheap! U-Do-It - just $13

We supply everything...just bring in your dirty dog!We- Do-It - We'll wash your pup and do nails

in an hour or less (appts necc.we only do one at a time)

Grooming - for pups that need a trim or cut(appt. necc. we do 1 on 1 until done-

no kennels, ready in less than 2 hours usually)

Get rid of the fur on the fl oor

and muddy prints on the door...get to

Shampoodle!


American Leg

ionPost

1231

Open to th

e Public!

Every Fri

day Nite

Karaoke

8:00 pm -

12:00 am

Join the f

un

on the w

eekend

200 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush, NY

518.462.7006

To Book and Res

erve our Hall for

Banquets

and Weddings

for up to 250

persons

call our Host

ess Ginny Br

ockley

518.527.4278 M

enus available

at the Post.

Is your prescription cost TOO HIGH?

81 Miller Road, Suite 800 Castleton, NY 12033 477-2167

One of the best ways to get less expensive and equally effective prescription drugs is to switch from a brand name to a generic. Brand name drugs can cost up to 3 times more that generics. Depending on how often you need the medications, you could save hundreds throughout the year with generics.

Schedule an appointment at our offi ce and fi nd out if your prescription has a generic equivalent. You could be saving a lot of money.

Schodack Internal Medicine and PediatricsNew Patients Welcome ~ Same Day Appointments

On-Site Lab, X-Ray, and Urologywww.communitycare.com

To schedule an appointment, call our offi ce today.

Mother's Day SpecialPhotos mounted on foamcore $20

16" x 10"offer ends 5/31/10


WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOUHAD YOUR TIRES ROTATED?

Daily 8:45-5:45SAT 7:45-12:45

Since 1945

WE GIVEPHONE

ESTIMATES

Retire with lowerprices at766-TIRE

Specialrotate &balance all 4 tires

$29.90

Rt. 20 Nassau East of 9&20 www.thomatire.com

WORDS TO THE WISE for MayBy Shanon of Seraphims Keep

For the most part we are programmed to believe that our family and close friends are who ultimately want what is good for us. When you need advice, ask your parents, your sibling, that favorite uncle or aunt, and in many cases, that is most certainly true. But interesting enough, the very attraction of turning to those who know us best for help is because they know and understand you and want what is good for you, based on, who they know you to be. But what if the you that they know, isnt working for you now? Those closest to us, and I think this in on unconscious level for the most part, want us to stay the person they know as a way to keep us safe. I dont know how many times, even now, family will say to me, oh you are getting so thin! I know I need to lose another 20 lbs, but those comments affect me and at some level I stop doing what I know I need to do, to calm them.

Its lonely taking things on by yourself, and family and old

friends are an easy support system but sometimes tuning to others who dont know you, for guidance, is a much better solution if you are trying to change. They will see you as a clean slate not their daughter/friend who has had such a tough life and is doing so well, considering.

This May, reach out to the support system you have within the structure of your community for input and help. Reach out to those who are not emotionally invested in your staying the same, but more in you being the best you can be, for yourself.

You will always be you, at your core. Change doesnt change you it only creates opportunity for you to fi nd new ways of living your life and leading the way for those you love, to do the same. HAVE A HAPPY MAY!!

www.seraphimskeep.com 533-9827

*paid advertising not necessarily the views of this publication


IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERSIMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERSTOWN HALL-CLERKS OFFICE

East Greenbush ........................................ 477-7145North Greenbush ..................................... 283-4306Rensselaer ................................................. 462-4266Schodack .................................................. 477-7590Troy ......................................................... 270-4541CHAMBER OF COMMERCE .............. 274-7020Gas Emergency .............................. 1-800-982-2345FIRE EMERGENCY .........................................911In East Greenbush .................................... 479-1212

FIRE DEPARTMENTS-NON EMERGENCYEast Greenbush-main number .................. 479-4168DeFreestville ............................................. 286-3612Wynantskill .............................................. 286-5506Rensselaer ................................................. 463-2883Schodack .................................................. 477-4215Clinton Heights Fire Dept. ....................... 465-3990Best Luther non-emergency ...................... 283-5641Troy ......................................................... 270-4471

HIGHWAY DEPARTMENTEast Greenbush ........................................477-6103North Greenbush .....................................283-3921Rensselaer ................................................462-5515Schodack ..................................................766-4000Troy ......................................................... 270-4579

LIBRARYEast Greenbush ........................................ 477-7476North Greenbush ..................................... 283-0303Rensselaer ................................................. 462-1193Schodack .................................... 766-2715 (Nassau)Troy ........................ 235-5310/274-1822/274-7071POISON CENTER .....................1-800-336-6997

POST OFFICESEast Greenbush ........................................477-5212Wynantskill ..............................................283-5678Rensselaer ................................................449-5012Schodack ..................................................732-2017Troy .........................................................272-7300POLICE EMERGENCY ..................................... 911IN EAST GREENBUSH ......................... 479-1212

POLICE NON-EMERGENCYEast Greenbush ........................................ 479-2525North Greenbush- main number .............. 283-5323Rensselaer ................................................. 462-7451Schodack .................................................. 477-8077Troy ......................................................... 270-4411

SCHOOL DISTRICTSEast Greenbush ........................................ 477-2755North Greenbush ..................................... 283-6748Rensselaer ................................................. 465-6871Schodack .................................................. 732-2124Troy ......................................................... 271-5200

A message from OUR TOWNEDear Readers - May brings us so many things - great weather, outside fun, gardening, plans for the summer and for Our Towne a new look! We have updated our look with not only a new logo and super graphics, but also more community information than ever! Rensselaer County has so much to offer that every month we are growing with information, readers and advertisers! We will keep bringing our readers good news and our advertisers great prices and results! We are dedicated to help our locally owned businesses to keep going in this tough economy and afford to advertise! We are also determined to bring our readers the best information about the local community - things to do... where to shop...interesting articles - all from local people. Our Towne has added a Woman Owned Business page this month that features a short article from

businesses that are locally owned. As Our Towne is also a locally owned business, we too feel the effects of the economy and know the struggles small businesses are going through...thats why we are here for you! Have a Happy Month of May and we will be back in your homes and businesses next month. See you in June!

Ginny, Linda, Dolores, Sandy, Betsy & Dino

PublisherGinny Siciliano

522-0575 or [email protected]

[email protected]

Graphic DesignDino Rigatoni

Our Towne Mailing addressesOur TowneSuite #153

596 Columbia TpkeEast Greenbush, NY 12061

orPO Box 356 Delmar, NY 12054

Visit us on the web at www.ourtownerensco.com

May is...National Cancer Research Month

Lou Gehrigs Disease (ALS) Awareness Month National Arthritis Month

Heal The Children Month Meditation Month

National Stroke Awareness Month Bicycle Safety Month

High Blood Pressure Education Month Clean Air Month

Get Caught Reading Month National Teen Self-Esteem Month

Family Wellness Month Mental Health Month

National Physical Fitness and Sports Month Older Americans Month

Better Hearing and Speech Month National Motorcycle Safety Month

Healthy Vision Month

Polsinello Fuels services not only homes and businesses but also historic buildings like Cohoes Music Hall. Their trained staff can handle any heating or cooling issue. They offer specials to help customers save on energy costs. Check out their ad this month for money saving programs and plans that offer price protection and savings of up to 15 cents per gallon.

COVER STORY


Troy Savings Bank

Music HallEvents Calendar

Commercial Residential THX Home Theater

Vintage Equipment Sales and ServiceShowroom and Service Located in Troy, NYwww.dalbec.com / [email protected] / 518.272.7098

Providing the original DALBEC LoudspeakersFor Troy Music Hall Since 1998

5/11/2010 at 12:00 PM Music at Noon: Phil Minissale

Young acoustic bluesman. This is a FREE event

( no ticket is necessary).

Some things will never change ~ Nelson and Don still helping kids is certainly one of them

Please join us for the NINTH ANNUALNELSON WILKINSON ~ J. DONALD LEAHEY

SCHOLARSHIP FUND GOLF OUTING Sunday, May 16, 2010

Sycamore Country Club (Route 143 in Ravena)11:00 a.m. registration and lunch 12-noon shotgun start

Four-person scramble/$80 per golfer includes: Lunch, cart and 18 holes of golf, contests, (long drives, skins, etc.)

door prizes, and dinner immediately following.

Please make check payable to:Nelson Wilkinson~J. Donald Leahey Scholarship Fund

Call Bryan at 434-6160 or Chris at 433-9798 tor reservations.

50 cent kids classes (includes materials)

68 S. Main St. Castleton, NY 12033

(518) 732-2157 www.lotusbeads.com

Tues. 3-6PM Classes Weds., Thurs., Fri. 2-5 Contests Sat. 1-5 Great Prices

68 S. Main St. Castleton, NY 12033

(518) 732-2157 www.lotusbeads.com

MEATLOAF DINNER -ST. PAULS CHURCHSylvester Street, Kinderhook, NY

SATURDAY, MAY 8TH from 5:00 7:00 PM$10.00 ADULTS / $5.00 CHILDREN 5 12

For More Information, Call:488-0080 or 477-7138

Eat in or Take Out Spaghetti Dinner The Maplewood Volunteer Fire Department Womens Auxiliary will be sponsoring their annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser on Sat, May 8 from 4 to 7 pm.

The dinner will consist of spaghetti, homemade meatballs, salad, bread and dessert. You may eat the dinner at the fi rehouse on Route 32 or you can take it with you. Adult tickets are $7 and children under 5

years old are $4. Contact 273-3847.

"You don't' have to host a Gold Party - we have them here Thursdays from 5-8 trade in your gold for best prices! Come alone or invite all your friends! Top dollar paid. Call to reserve your space or your party."


MUSIC: Bob Franke on Sat., May 8 at 8pm. He has been writing songs for over 45 years.Tickets $16 for reserv call 518-674-2007 or www.slca-ctp.org.

THEATRE: Circle Theatre Players presents the classic The Hound of the Baskervilles from May 14 - 23. Follow the great detective Sherlock Holmes as he solves the crime. Tickets $16 for res. call or www.slca-ctp.org or 518-674-2007. GALLERY will exhibit until May 15 art from the East Bank Arts Alliance. These local artists who live and work largely in Rensselaer County

On May 16 - June 30 the gallery will exhibit the paintings of Lisa Weinblatt. Artist reception will be held on Sun, May 30 from 1 - 3pm. Regular gallery hours are Wed. and Fri. 10am - noon and Sundays from 1 - 3pm and by appt.

Sundays at the Center: On May 2 at 1:30pm Linda VanAlystyne will present a needle felting workshop. Register at www.slca-ctp.org or 518-674-2007. On June 6 at 1:30pm magician, Jim Snack, brings his talents to the SLCA. Reg is needed for this free show. A 45 min. workshop will follow the show for $5.

Summer Youth Programs: Sign up now for summer youth workshops. July 5 -Aug 1. Spaces are limited - sign up now! SAVE THE DATE: Thurs, Aug 19 for Third Annual A Taste of Sand Lake, sample delicious fare from local restaurants and mingle with friends and support the arts!

The Sand Lake Center for the Arts is located at 2880 NY 43, one-half mile east of the blinking light in Averill Park, NY. Call 518-674-2007 or visit www.slca-ctp.org for more information and to make reservations.

Sand Lake Center for the

ARTS

Your new life together starts now.Protect each other from this day forward. Get the life insurance thats right for you. Like a good neighbor,State Farm is there.

CALL ME TODAY.

I do. I do.

State Farm Life Insurance Company (Not licensed in MA, NY or WI)State Farm Life and Accident Assurance Company (Licensed in NY and WI)

Bloomington, IL0901033

Peter J Sleasman, AgentNorth Greenbush, NY 12198

Bus: 518-286-2886www.insuremepete.com

OIL TANK REPLACEMENT


43 Mall West Sand Lake, NY

Family Owned and O

perated since 1972

Family Owned and O

perated since 1972

DOBYS SUBM

ARINE

518.674.3373

Large menu including: Subs, Sandwiches, Burgers,Wings, Fried Chicken, Cheese Steaks and much much more!

$1off every sub!EVERY MO

NDAYHours: M-W 10am-8pm;TH-F 10am-9pm;Sat 10am-8pm;Closed Sunday

518.270.5802

advancedaudiologysvcs.com

Most insurance plans accepted

Interest-free financing available

Robert N. Ferguson, MALICENSED AUDIOLOGIST

Troy Medical Plaza 2001 Fifth Ave.Troy, N ew York 12180

More than 30 years servingthe t h e hearing impaired

Careful, PersonalAssessment and Service Hearing evaluations Hearing Aids - Digital Many styles, brands and sizes available Hearing Aid service & repair

35% DISCOU

NT

ON HEARIN

G AIDS

MSRP WITH

THIS

OUR TOWNE

AD

EAT-IN OR TAKE-OUT

283.9880www.offshorepier.com

Holiday Shrimp PlattersFresh, made to orderhand peeled large shrimp, garnished & served with our cocktail sauce & lemon. 40ct $24 | 60 ct $36 80 ct $48 | 100ct $60

Try our legendary Haddock Fish Fry

& our popular Seafood Platter.

We promise you will never leave hungry!

OPENMON-SAT

FRESH FROM OUR FISH MARKET

RIGHT TO YOUR TABLE!

We have the largest selection of Fresh &

Frozen Seafood direct from Boston fishing docks for both retail

& wholesale customers!

Scallops Haddock Clams Shrimp Tuna Bluefish Salmon Sole Halibut Catfish Swordfish

Scrod Trout Mussels King Crab Oysters Calamari Lobster Tails & much more!

637 3rd Ave. Ext. EAST GREENBUSH

"New Lenten specials everyday!"

Get ready for your cook-outs with the

freshest Littleneck & Topneck

Clams

Great for Cook-outs! AAA Transmission

629 Columbia Tpk. East Greenbush

477-7774Get the Monkey off your back

25 Years Experience Upfront Pricing NO Small Print Honesty Quality Integrity

Foreign - Domestic - AWD - 4X4 - Subaru - BMW

FREE Leak Check and Road TestTransmission DiagnosticsTow-In with Major Repairs

Is your

Ckeck Engine Light O

n?


On April 30th RCSD held the Relay for Life Purple Day. All proceeds were donated to the American Cancer Societys Relay for Life.

Relay for Life this year will be June 5-6 at Rensselaer High School- festivities start at 6:30pm.

If you would like to participate in the Relay for Life contact Denise Wright in the high school or register at www.relayforlife.org/rensselaerNY. The cost is $10 and that includes the price for a t-shirt.__________________________________________

At the 2010 Rensselaer County Outstanding Student & Educators Awards Ceremony, Rensselaer High School nominees: Ma Nada Khaing, Ms. Jennifer Drautz, and Kathleen Kopaskie were honored for their contributions to their school and their community. Each year, the Greenbush Area and Troy Family YMCAs sponsor an annual ceremony where each high school in the area can highlight the accomplishments of their students and educators. Ma Nada Khaing (nominated by Mrs. Tricia Steck), was honored for her many volunteer accomplishments including her work within the Burmese community teaching English to children and adults. Ma Nada is a member of the National Honor Society and consistently carries an academic average in the high 90s. Ms. Drautz (nominated by Mr. Stephen Rees) was honored for her many contributions to Rensselaer Middle and High Schools. Most notably, Ms. Drautz was recognized for starting the tradition of ninth grade students attending the

Presidential Inauguration. Kathleen Kopaskie (nominated by Mrs. Denise Wright) was recognized for her leadership skills and her involvement in many volunteer opportunities both at school and in the community including: the Albany City Rescue Mission and the Rensselaers First Presbyterian Church. Kathleen is the President of Key Club and a member of the National Honor Society. _____________________________________________

CASDAs Scholars Recognition ProgramThis Business Education Partnership recognizes outstanding graduating seniors from Capital Region and are invited on the basis of scholarship and service to attend the annual Scholars Recognition Dinner. Each student chooses as a guest the one elementary or secondary school teacher who has had the greatest infl uence on that student. Rensselaer High School was proud to recognize Tiffany White, senior, for her outstanding academic achievement. At the time of this award, Tiffany had a cumulative high school average of 98.39 and was ranked #1 in the class of 2010. In addition to her academic achievement, Tiffany is a well-rounded student who has participated in Key Club, Masterminds, S.A.D.D., Student Council, and National Honor Society. Tiffany has been accepted to The College of St. Rose in the fall. Tiffany chose as her guest Ms. Linda Kennedy, a high school mathematics teacher and high school team leader. Tiffany, wrote a short statement , Ms. Kennedy is the type of teacher who not only challenges her students mathematically, but also encourages them to strive for academic excellence. Tiffany, her family, and Ms. Kennedy attended the Scholars Recognition Dinner on April 21st.

RE

NS

SE

LA

ER

CIT

Y S

CH

OO

L D

IST

RIC

TMay Events at the

Rensselaer Public LibraryPreschool story-time is every Wed at 11 am. No reg.

Friends of the Library Book Sale- May 14-15. Fri 1-8 PM, Sat 9-3 PM. Call for details.

Daytime Computer Class- Intro to computers- Thurs, May 13 at 2 PM. Call to sign up.

Computer Class- Social Networks- Thurs, May 20 at 6:30 PM. Learn about what social networks are and how you can use them. Call to sign up.

Create a Movie- May 17-21 from 3-4. Help create a commercial for the library's summer reading program and learn about making videos. Family Story-time- Sat, May 22 at 1 PM. kids age 2-8 families

Daytime Movie- Fri, May 28 at 2 PM. Movie to be announced.

The library is located at 676 East Street in Rensselaer, across from the Amtrak parking lot. For more information or to sign up for a program, call 462-1193 or log on to

Http://www.uhls.org/Rensselaer/blog.

Let us make your hectic weekend a little easier. Your out-of-town guests can stay at an affordable rate, shower at their leisure and well make them breakfast, too.

Call 518-477-7984124 Troy Road - East Greenbush, NY 12061www.marriott.com/albeg

Graduat ion guests?Graduat ion guests?

Earth Day was celebrated by the Fairfi eld Inn, Denny's

and Sefcu on Route 4.sss


Sales - Service - InstallationWe Service Flat Panels

400 Columbia Tpk. E. GreenbushLocated in Rensselaer Appliance & Mattress Center

Mon & Sat 9-5 Tues-Fri 9-8

518.482.1255 - 518.477.7123

Clearance on display & closeout fl at panel TV models

*Financing is available


Call 266-0333 for a Free Estimate

One Call for ALL your PAVEMENT NEEDS

Our services include: Sealcoating Paving Crack Sealing Resurfacing Line Striping Pavement Repair Concrete New Construction

You $ave Money withDRIVEWAYS R US Sealcoating & Paving

FREE SEALCOATING ESTIMATEYour price includes...Trim & clean drivewayTreat Oil & Grease SpotsHand application of coal tar sealer with sand 100% Guarantee

www.drivewaysrus.us


Hours:M-FRI 9-8SAT 9-5

$5 OFFAny Color, Highlight or

Texture ServiceLonger hair slightly higher. Not valid ith other promotions.

Full service only. With this coupon. One coupon per person.Expires 5/28/10

$2 OFFADULT CUT

Shampoo, Cut & Style IncludedNot valid ith other promotions. Full service only.

With this coupon. One coupon per person.Expires 5/28/10

Offering: Cuts, Highlights, Texture, Waxing and UpdosCCC ttttt HiHiHiHiHH hhhhhhhlilil hhhhhhhhtttttt TTTTTTT tttttttt WWWWWWWW ii ddddddddddd UUUUUUUUUU dddddddddd OfOfOffff iii ttt HHHH llll ttt TTTTTTTTT tttt WWWWWWWWWW ddddd UUUUUUU ddddddfffffff iiii ii iiii ii

East GreenbushHannaford Plaza, Rts 9&20

479.4504

BrunswickWalmart Plaza, Rt 7

271.8526


We (Michael Cristo and Ann Taylor) have created a blog devoted to

YOU--East Greenbush residents! Please visit us at

eastgreenbushblog.blogspot.com. Make comments; you can remain anonymous and still weigh in on the town's events and issues. It truly is the "Good, the Bad and the Ugly" of East Greenbush! Read what your neighbors are saying and learn what concerns them about East Greenbush.So pull up the East Greenbush blog and talk to us.We look forward to hearing from you!Ann Taylor & Michael P. Cristo, Jr.

e a s t g r e e n b u s h b l o g . b l o g s p o t . c o me a s t g r e e n b u s h b l o g . b l o g s p o t . c o mRegister to vote on the BLOGRegister to vote on the BLOG

CHRIS WEBBS

GOLDGOLD KRESTFamily Farm

Open in time for Mother's Day Open in time for Mother's Day Just in time to pick out Just in time to pick out

not only fl owers ....not only fl owers ....but also trees, mulch but also trees, mulch

& top soil & top soil pick up or deliverypick up or delivery

365-5969365-5969465-0437465-0437

Route 9JRoute 9JRensselaerRensselaer

A Resort Feel withLansingburgh Prices

America's Oldest Pub Circa 1787

NEW ENGLANDNEW ENGLANDLobster Dinners Lobster Dinners

Are Back!Are Back! Lobster dinner only $13.99 Lobster dinner only $13.99Includes 1 1/4 lb lobster, Includes 1 1/4 lb lobster, salted Red Potatoes and salted Red Potatoes and

Corn on the Cob.Corn on the Cob.

603 2nd Ave. Lansingburgh 237-2717237-2717 Find Us on

Lunch and Dinner Specials Dailycall for details.

Marinated slow roasted Prime Rib

Friday & Saturday

Eds Famous Island Hour

with ALL YOU CAN EAT Peel-N-Eat Shrimp

Signature Pasta Dishes

Fresh Oysters on the Half Shell


ASK THE

ATTORNEYWith Paul Czech Esq.

Lotus Beads

It's easy to blame lawyers for the glut of frivolous lawsuits that clog the calendars and dockets of judges in courtrooms across the nation. That blame, however, would be misplaced. My practice experience has taught me that the public is far more responsible for this crisis than the legal profession ever could be. Think about it - lawyers act on what they are told by their clients. And let's not imagine that clients don't lie to their lawyers because they do. All the time. If you want to fault lawyers (and I know you do) you can criticize them for not removing the cases from the Courts quickly after they fi nd out that their lawsuit has no merits. And, honestly, that's not entirely their fault either. Once we attorneys take on a client's representation and fi le a complaint on their behalf, removing yourself from the case can only be done with the Court's permission. That means that a petition has to be drafted and fi led with the Court and a hearing must be called so the Judge can hear evidence before granting the lawyer's request to withdraw from the action. And, of course, the lawyer is bound by attorney-client privilege or confi dentiality which prevents the lawyer from disclosing anything that he or she learned during the course of the representation he or she is looking to get out of. The process can be a slow and tricky one to say the least.

All lawyers have been duped at one time or another, by a client who was particularly good at misrepresenting the truth. I had a client a few years back who was involved in a car accident while travelling between two of her employers work locations. The client, who was driving a co-worker from one place to the other, claimed that she was hit in the rear while waiting for a light to change. She claimed that immediately after the accident took place the car that hit her fl ed the scene. She also claimed she was pushed into the car in front of her by the rear-end impact but the person in the car she hit advised that they had no auto

insurance and they left the scene before the police could arrive to write up a report.

None of this is unusual, particularly for an inner-city auto accident. But what was unusual is that my clients passenger wasn't corroborating her story. She described everything in the same way except that she described my client as responsible for the entire collision. According to her passenger, my client was on her cell phone with an appointment calendar opened in front of her while she was driving at the time that she hit the rear of the vehicle in front of her. The passenger did confi rm that they were hit in the rear by a vehicle that later fl ed the scene.

So why did I take the case? I had represented the client before so she got points from me as far as credibility was concerned. And she told a very convincing story as to why the passenger was making her side of things up citing a long rivalry at work with the passenger looking to get her hands on my clients higher paying job. It's true, things were starting to smell a bit funny, but there wasn't enough to fl at out call my client a liar just yet so we proceeded with the case. Which all seemed to be going well. Depositions were taken, statements were given, papers had been fi led and we got to the point where settlement should be discussed.

And it wasn't. The Defense Attorney just kept avoiding the issue. So I got impatient after months of delay and I pushed him on the issue. That's when he disclosed to me that he had concerns about my clients educational background. This was old news to me - the issue came up early on in the case and I had my client get a letter from the Dean of the school at the university she attended who verifi ed that my client had graduated and earned a Masters Degree. Now I was hearing that the Defense Attorney was not satisfi ed with the written proof I had supplied. We

exchanged words, I got off the phone and immediately pulled the Dean's letter from my fi le. And then I called the Dean. The Dean was familiar with my client but not because she had graduated with a Masters Degree, but, rather, because she had worked in her offi ce as an administrative assistant some years ago. After checking my client's academic record, I was advised by the Dean that she had never graduated from that university with any kind of a degree let alone a Masters Degree. Her only academic involvement with the university was through one solitary class she had taken and dropped out of mid-semester. Clearly, as an admin, she had access to the dean's stationery which she had stolen and had been using to fabricate an educational background she simply never had.

Needless to say, that case was settled for a nominal fee (nuisance value as they refer to it in insurance circles) and I parted ways with that client for good. Why did anyone pay out anything on this claim? That's easy - even liars are injured in car accidents. The client's problems with truthfulness didn't change that there was an auto accident. What it did do was make it hard to believe that a Judge or a Jury would ever believe her, making her chances of getting a suitable recovery for her damages virtually impossible. And that is how it should be.

So remember - it's not a good thing to lie to your lawyer. And if you are and you haven't been discovered yet, rest assured, you will be. My experiences have proven that to be the case every time. Next month, more interesting tales about the practice of law.

Paul Czech, Esq. Paul Czech & Associates

518-203-103668 Indian Pipe Drive

Wynantskill, NY 12198www.paulczechlaw.com


All Season EnterprisesALL your ODD JOBS

Clean - outs: Attics, Garages, Cellars, Sheds, etc.Demolitions: small buildings, sheds, A/G pools, etc

NOW BOOKING SPRING CLEAN-UPS

& LAWN CARE Insured! References! Locally-owned!Lawn Service weekly or season

Storm clean-ups479-7243 cell 727-4068

April showers bringing May flowers and now is the time to "spring" into action and get those

items for upcoming family reunions, etc

With winter behind us its the time of the year we all come out of hibernation. Everywhere you look people are trading their shovels for lawn mowers and every evening the smell of burgers on the grill permeates the air. However, before you break out the patio furniture, it is important to remember that now is the time to start preparing for next years heating season.

We are currently preparing our price protection programs for next years heating season. Be sure to enroll in a program! We have already started enrolling customers in our Flex PrePay and Flex Budget programs. Flex program customers get great discounts up to $0.15 off per gallon for every delivery with no enrollment fees! With oil prices climbing, now is the time to get the benefi ts of a good discount. On the Flex Budget, not only do you receive $0.10 off every gallon, but your payments are evenly spaced out over 11 months so you dont have to worry about large winter payments. Combine this with a service contract for worry free maintenance, and you get the total protection you deserve! Our capped programs will be coming out soon, and unlike other companies, Polsinello allows our Flex program participants to switch to a capped plan if they choose. We at Polsinello Fuels strive to give our customers the TLC (Total Lower Cost) they need!

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Polsinello Fuels, Inc. at 465-3535 ext. 2. We are currently scheduling furnace cleaning and tune-ups at the lowest price of the season. Call us to schedule your annual cleaning and enroll in our convenient Flex Protection Program. I look forward to seeing everyone out and about and I wish you all a great spring and summer!

Matthew PolsinelloPolsinello Fuels, Inc.

Flex Budget Programs


Troys Downtown art galleries, retail shops, restaurants and nightclubs extend their business hours to celebrate Troy and all it has to offer. Explore Troy with featured artists at more than 30 simultaneous art openings, live music, special events and the beautiful city itself. Come see what all the buzz is aboutyear round!

LAST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTHtroynightout.org

ATTHE4WIN4OWN,ITTLE,EAGUE0ARK7ILLIAMS2D.ORTH'REENBUSH

%VERY4HURSDAYPMTOPM*UNEnMID/CTOBER

WWWRENSCOFARMERSMARKETORG

The Rensselaer County Farmers Market is pleased to announce the start of its 8th season at the Twin Town Little League Park located at 95 Williams Road in North Greenbush. Rensselaer County is partnering again this year with the Town of North Greenbush and local farmers to bring you some of the fi nest and freshest produce this season. The market will be open 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. every Thursday starting June3rd.

designsense uses your furniture and accessories to give your room an instant decorating makeover.

Color Selection * Resale Ready StagingSchedule your appointment today

518-330-3454www.designsensebydiane.com

designsensedesignsense llcsame day - same stuff

N E W L O O K


Shelly's Cut & Style HAIR, NAILS AND NAILS SENIOR SPECIALS STARTING AT $8 FOR A WASH AND STYLE!!!CALL TODAY FOR AN APPOINTMENT 238 -0325

Chiloe Hunt, owner of The Animal House, Professional Pet Groomer Hunt, 35, was born and raised in Cohoes. She received a bachelors degree in Business Economics from SUNY Oneonta and is certifi ed by the New York School of Dog Grooming. In 1999, Hunt opened The Animal House pet grooming salon in Cohoes, where she has built a very successful business in the growing community.

Marras Pharmacy, established in 1931, is proud to continue the tradition of serving the community of Cohoes and the Capital Region. For four generations we have provided quality, state of the art dependable service while at the same time supporting our community. Marras Pharmacy, in the heart of downtown Cohoes, is another example of a long standing business in CohoesA Community that Cares.

Satchel, at 147 Remsen Street in Cohoes, is a boutique that sells handbags and accessories. The bags are locally-made, fair-trade, recycled or consignment. Satchel provides a place for bag ladies to go when they need a bag fi x.because the locally-made bags are handmade and because the recycled items are not mass-produced there are many variations on many themes.518.854.0711

BeauKnits Yarn Shoppe at 182 Remsen Street in historic downtown CohoesBeauKnits Yarn Shoppe features fi ne yarns from such companies as Berroco, Cascade, Plymouth, Jojoland, Malabrigo and more. We have a variety of classes to support the beginner and the intermediate knitters. Open Knitting and Crocheting is held on Thursday and Friday evenings from 6-8pm. Check our website for more details www.beauknitsltd.com

Cohoes Woman - Owned Businesses

ROADSIDE CHICKEN BBQ A benefi t for Cerebral Palsy

Brunswick Elks Lodge, Rte. 2, Troy Memorial Day May 31 12 5pm

Chicken, two sides, dessert, beverage $10 Advance tickets or Take Out

Call: 813-5964

Vendors NeededThe Ladies Auxiliary of the Brunswick Elks will be

holding their Annual Flea Market/Craft Fair on Saturday, June 5, 2010. This event is outdoors and

space in the pavillion is limited. 20.00 inside and 15.00 on the lawn. The lodge is located on Rt. 2 in Brunswick

Contact Denise at 273-1449 for more details.

The Arts Centerof the Capital Regionwww. a r t s c en t e ron l i n e . o r g

GALA 2010 celebrating 48 years of excellence in the artssave the date june 6


147 Remsen St Cohoes W-F 12-6, Sa 10-3 satchelcohoes.com

Whats your bag?

Handbags you wont find

in the mall

Hand-Made BagsRecycled Materials

Fair-Trade Bags

for V

-Day!

Somethin

g For Ever

yone

gift certificates Available

May 1Falls View Park Re-Opens Where: Cohoes FallsPark will be open from dawn to dusk.

May 2Falls View Park Open HouseWhere: Falls View ParkBrookfi eld Renewable Power will be sponsoring a small, family-oriented opening ceremony with a special presentation beginning at 4PM.

May 5, 12, 19, 26 Teen ClubWhere: Cohoes Public Library 6 7:30PMActivities include Book Club, Scavenger Hunts, Debates, Movie Nights & Game NightsFREE (For ages 12 to 18)

May 5 & 19Computer ClassesWhere: Cohoes Public LibraryClasses including learning about basic computers, basic Internet, intermediate to advance Internet, email, MS Word. Call for class schedule and registration.

May 10 & 24Memoir & Poetry Writing WorkshopWhere: Cohoes Public Library 6 7:30PMAdvance registration required. Call 235-2570.

May 15Cohoes Spring Cleanup DayWhere: Lansing Park (Enter on James Street) 8AM 3PM

All passenger vehicles will be allowed at no cost on this day. A $10 fee for pickup trucks & a $20 fee for any vehicle with a trailer. A $50 fee for any UHAULs.

May 17"Around the World in Cohoes" - Children of Tibet6 7:30PMOne woman's journey alone into the Himalayan Mountains of Northern India and her experience of the Dalai Lama and some of the more than 17,000 Tibetan refugee children who live in India.

May 17Memorial Day Parade 7PMThe parade will commence at West End Park and will fi nish at Canal Square.

May 22Benefi t in Memory of Zachary HillWhere: Ukrainian Park 1 7PMThe picnic fundraiser will be $20 upon entrance with food from 2 5 PM, drinks and entertainment all evening. All proceeds will benefi t Zachs newborn daughter, Briana.

Cohoes Farmers' Market

Every Friday from 4-7PM at the Remsen Street Municipal Parking Lot starting in June.

217 Remsen St. - Cohoes 237-2110

TowneEvents


Bocker the LabradoodleWith the preview of Summer, mom broke out my backyard wading pool and did I have fun! Great way to cool off. Swimming in the lake can't be far behind.

Thanks to my friends at the Boys and Girls Club for inviting me back to visit during their after school program. I even came face to face with their pet chinchillas, who weren't too sure about my big face staring into their cage. Paws for a Cause at the Empire State Plaza was another fun event. Glad I could help out my friends at the Mohawk and Hudson River Humane Society by signing some pawtographs and raffl ing off a Bocker plus puppy for donations. Gave a lot of kisses too and got to visit all the great exhibitors there. Our friend Bill Berloni was there and put on an exhibition of how he trains dogs to be in Broadway Shows. All his dogs are rescues and they have appeared in such plays as Annie and Legally Blond and Wizard of Oz. What fun!

What a great book party for our friend, Sheryl Matthys' new release "Leashes and Lovers, What Your Dog Can Teach You About Love, Life and Happiness. I'm included in the book as well as a photo of me and one of my Tail Wagging Tutor students! Of course, I pawtographed a copy and sent it to her as a surprise.

This is the time of the year for lots of Walks for causes support..am glad to be supporting The Autism Connection, Bark for Life (American Cancer Society), the Humane Society and Guiding Eyes for the Blind. I know I'll be making lots of new friends along the way!

OK..so it's time for all my pals to get their humans to enter them in a really cool contest. As you know, I am SpokesDog for Dogs In Party Hats. My gelato (ice cream) fl avor, Bocker's Labradoodlicious Swirl, has been the biggest seller so far this year and it is YUMMY! It's now time for dog owners across the country to unleash their imaginations in a whimsical contest called Dogs in Party Hats that doubles as a fundraiser for the internationally accredited nonprofi t guide dog school Guiding Eyes for the Blind. The event, now in its second year, represents a unique and innovative partnership between contest creator and sponsor Via Vanti! Restaurant & Gelateria and Guiding Eyes for the Blind. So I'm asking all my friends to have their humans take a photo of them in their "party" attire; think of an ice cream fl avor that best represents you, and upload the photo at the Dogs In Party Hats website, http://www.dogsinpartyhats.com. Contest will be open until November, and then twelve winners will be picked, one for each month of 2011 and their gelato fl avors will be created and featured at the restaurant. Their photos will also be featured on the website and on Facebook for all to admire.Visit Bockers Doodleland at http://www.bocker.tv for more information and photos on all that's going and dont forget

to check out my store! You can fi nd me on Facebook and Twitter too. If you have any questions for me or would like to contact me about booking an appearance, please e-mail me at: [email protected].

Woofs and Licks,Bocker the Labradoodle

b t

Winter Group Classes Now Forming! Puppy Nursery Puppy Kindergarten Beginner Obedience Therapy Dog Prep Really Reliable Recall

alldawgstraining.com518.831.9192

Where Training Gets personalAll Dawgs Training Services

Bloomingrove Veterinary Hospital 283-2700498 Route 4 Corner of intersection of Route 4 & 43 (Boloomingrove Rd.) Exit 8 off I-90

Spring Group Classes Now Forming!

Are You Ready for a Puppy or Dog?1) Time Commitment: How much time each day do you have to devote to the animal? you willing to commit to the dog for the dog's life? Puppies require far more work than adults.2) Human Medical Issues: Are there any allergies or medical conditions in your family that could cause issues resulting in having to get rid of the dog? No breed is truly hypoallergenic3) Cost: Can you afford a dog? Getting the puppy or dog is not the big expense. It is what follows that can drain your wallet: training, supplies, food, vet bills, etc.4) Housing: Can you properly house the dog? Being chained in the back yard with a hut and water is not proper housing. If you cannot make a dog a family member, keep him safely inside when you are not home and let him have plenty of exercise in a safely fenced area, reconsider.5) Lifestyle: What is your lifestyle like? Are you an active family that spends time hiking and camping or going for long walks? Are you more sedentary? Some breeds require a lot of exercise daily both physical and mental.6) Grooming: What about grooming? All dogs need grooming even hairless breeds! Think about this before you choose your breed - long or short coats.7) Need: Why do you want a dog? Companionship, participating in sports, protection? You must research the breed or cross in regards to what you want8) Experience: Are you an experienced dog owner or is this your fi rst one? There are many breeds that are not appropriate for a novice for one reason or another. 9) Long Term: What will happen to the dog if you start a family?What if you have to move? 10) Golden Years: What when the dog ages? Are you prepared to cope with the onset of old age. A dog will spend his life trying to please an owner. The least we can do is make their Golden years truly golden. http://www.my-dog.info/getting-a-dog/ready-for-puppy.asp


If you would like to meet Basil and Abby or any of our other pets available for adoption, please visit the Mohawk & Hudson River Humane Society, 3 Oakland Avenue, Menands, NY

12204. If you have questions, please call 518/434-8128.

Pet AdoptionHi! I`m Abby, a lovely young Shepherd mix . Even though my previous owners found me to be well-behaved and good with older children, they didn`t have enough time for me so they brought me here. The assessment team also said that I`m a

good girl, but perhaps too active for small children. Please come and visit me! I`ll sit up smartly for you and maybe you`ll take me home!

Howdy, Im big Basil and I sure am an armful. My coat is grey with pale orange, and you can call me a tortoiseshell. I have lovely pale green eyes. My former family brought me to the shelter but I have no idea why. Im a friendly puss who

enjoys company and being petted. Ill happily purr for you and rub around. Im a bit too large to enjoy being picked up, so you can just scratch my cheeks. For a gal my age of 8 I adjust to changes well, so I know we will all be happy when I go home with you!

IfpR

gPa

easaI

ASHLEY is a 10 year old shepherd-husky mix. She came to Peppertree because her owner was moving and was going to bring her to a shelter where her chances of being adopted were slim. A neighbor took her in but could not keep her and she was brought to Peppertree. Ashley is a bit confused with all the changes but is very good with people and loves older kids (10+). She is a bit of a dominant/alpha-wanna-be dog, so she does not do well in a home with other dominant dogs. She would do best in a home with more docile dogs or as an only dog and should be placed without cats. Ashley is housetrained and besides being so beautiful, she is a very smart girl and responsive to training.

If you would like more information about Ashley, call Peppertree Rescue at 518-435-7425. Please visit our website at http://www.peppertree.org.

Rescue me!

I might be a tiny bit shy when I fi rst go to a new place (because I was born to a feral Mom but I learned how to like people), and I dont especially like being picked up and carried around (you humans are so TALL!!), but Im very affectionate and love to sit on your lap and get

cuddles. I like to snuggle with my foster mom on the couch or the bed, and will follow her around to keep her company. Im playful and like the other cats in my foster home, but Im also very good at relaxing and hanging out on the cat tree. I havent been around kids (or dogs!) and may be a little shy for really young children, but should be fi ne with older

kids as long as they dont chase me. I would be better in a home with a feline buddy to keep me company I get lonely by myself. If Im a little shy when I fi rst go to your house, just give me about 24 hours to adjust and feed me some treats a couple of times, and Ill soon be your new best friend! To fi nd out more about me or to arrange to meet me, please call Heather at 339-3315.

Rescue me!

"Help us fi nd our Fur-ever homes....we want to spend our lives with Lots of Love!!!"


I Am Your Dog(Authors note: A friend shared this with me, and I just had to pass it on.)

I am your dog, and I have a little something Id like to whisper in your ear. I know that you humans lead busy lives. Some have to work, some have children to raise. It always seems like you are running here and there, often much too fast, often never noticing the truly grand things in life. Look down at me now, while you sit there at your computer. See the way my dark brown eyes look at yours? They are slightly cloudy now. That comes with age. The gray hairs are beginning to ring my soft muzzle. You smile at me; I see love in your eyes. What do you see in mine? Do you see a spirit? A soul inside, who loves you as no other could in the world? A spirit that would forgive all trespasses of prior wrong doing for just a simple moment of your time?

That is all I ask. To slow down, if even for a few minutes, to be with me. So many times you have been saddened by the words you read on that screen, of others of my kind, passing. Sometimes we die young and oh so quickly, sometimes so suddenly it wrenches your heart out of your throat. Sometimes, we age so slowly before your eyes that you may not even seem to know until the very end, when we look at you with grizzled muzzles and cataract clouded eyes. Still the love is always there, even when we must take that long sleep, to run free in a distant land. I may not be here tomor-row; I may not be here next week. Someday you will shed the water from your eyes, that humans have when deep grief fi lls their souls, and you will be angry at yourself that you did not have just one more day with me.

Because I love you so, your sorrow touches my spirit and grieves me. We have NOW, together. So come, sit down here next to me on the fl oor, and look deep into my eyes. What do you see? If you look hard and deep enough we will talk, you and I, heart to heart. Come to me not as alpha or as trainer or even Mom or Dad. Come to me as a living soul and stroke my fur and let us look deep into one anothers eyes and talk. I may tell you something about the fun of chasing a tennis ball, or I may tell you something profound about myself, or even life in general. You decided to have me in your life because you wanted a soul to share such things with. Someone very different from you, and here I am.

I am a dog, but I am alive. I feel emotion, I feel physical senses, and I can revel in the differences of our spirits and souls. I do not think of you as a dog on two feet? I know what you are and who you are. You are human, in all your quirkiness, and I love you still.

Now, come sit with me, on the fl oor. Enter my world, and let time slow down if only for 15 minutes. Look deep into my eyes, and whisper into my ears. Speak with your heart, with your joy, and I will know your true self. We may not have tomorrow, but we do have today, and life is oh so very short. So please . . . come sit with me now and let us share these precious moments we have together.Love, on behalf of canines everywhere,

Your Dog(Author Unknown)

Dr. Coger practices veterinary medicine with a natural focus at Bloomingrove Veterinary Hospital in Rensselaer. For more information, visit www.TheWholisticVet.com or call Bloomingrove at 518-283-2700

A message from

the Vet

TBUVSEBZ-!KVOF!37-!3121:;41BN!!2;11QN!!

Uif!Dspttjoht!pg!Dpmpojf

NPIBXL!'!IVETPO!SJWFS!IVNBOF!TPDJFUZ

xxx/npibxlivnbof/psh

Sfhjtufs!Pomjof"

Puppy Party May 4Puppy Kindergarten May 11

Agility Class May 26Trick Class May 26

Adolescent Class May 27


IF you want the best for your FUR FRIEND, then call Fluff & Dry - featuring exclusive, private One - on -One grooming sessions. We specialize in all breed grooming. Each FUR FRIEND is carefully groomed to the owners preference, with special attention given to the safety and comfort of each of our FUR Friends. Day and evening appointments available - special requests considered.SENIOR DISCOUNTS 30 Years Experience

For an appointment283-9306283-9306

Visit my website and view some of my work. Go to yellowpages.com and type in pet grooming.

or email me at [email protected]@nycap.rr.com

See You Soon!See You Soon!

rk. rk.nnnnnnnngggggggg.......

Pamper Your PetPamper Your Pet

FLUFF & DRY GROOMING SALONFLUFF & DRY GROOMING SALON


We are the KEY to your successat selling or buying your home!

John Mooney - 495-3629 Assoc. BrokerLuanne Sciotti - 221-8756 Assoc. BrokerBob Quenneville - 859-6329 Lic. Sales Assoc.Crystin Fahim - 986-5484 Lic. Sales Assoc.

Focused / Professional

Are you unhappy with Are you unhappy with the way your life is? the way your life is?

Want to change it, but dont know how?A Life Coach will help you envision a better life & create a plan to make it happen,set goals & support you through the process of achieving them.

Call today to start a brighter future!Jae Way

Holistic Life Coach462-0017 oneselfcares.com

620 Washington Ave. Rensselaer just off Exit 7 1-90 East

McDonoughs GreenhousesMcDonoughs Greenhouses199 Phillips Road 477-4841

Specialty Baskets & ContainersSpecialty Baskets & Containers

Begonia Basket Buddies Gerbera Daisies 10" Begonia Baskets

Celebrating 30 years!Celebrating 30 years!

Roses Roses Italian RestaurantItalian Restaurant

757 Columbia Turnpike757 Columbia TurnpikeEast GreenbushEast Greenbush477-4551477-4551Open 4:30pm Open 4:30pm

Wednesday through SundayWednesday through Sunday

RoseItalianRestaurant.comRoseItalianRestaurant.com

Our FREE service provides you with your homes current market value and

suggested selling price!


Remember Mom on Mothers Day Choose from fresh arrangements, plants, silk fl ower

arrangements, fruit baskets, dish gardens, gifts, balloons, stuffed animals & so much more!

Flowers and Giftware for all OccasionsWorld wide Deliveries ~ Local Tri-City Deliveries

MON-FRI 9-5, SAT 9-1ORDER 24/7 ON WWW.PETERSONSFLORIST.COM

713 Columbia Turnpike East Greenbush518.477.7522

Petersons FloristPetersons Florist

Memorial Day Cemetery arrangements & cones

Offer not valid on Cinco De Mayo Expires 6/30/10Offer not valid on Cinco De Mayo Expires 6/30/10Offer not valid on Cinco De Mayo Expires 6/30/10

$5 OFF $10 OFF

Cinco DeMayo Celebrations ALL DAY including Live Mariachi Band, Drink and Food specials.

MONDAYSBuy one get one FREE Margaritas

TUESDAYSKids eat for

Only .99 cents

Grand Opening on Cinco De MayoGrand Opening on Cinco De Mayoof ourof our

OUTDOOR PATIOOUTDOOR PATIO(Hoosick Street Location)(Hoosick Street Location)

ff

M i l D


All your planting NeedsGreenhouse soil, vegetable plants, perennials, annual proven winners fl owering plants, hanging baskets -

beautiful mixes for sun or shade.Geraniums, planters

Ready for Mother's Day Mother's Day

and all the special occasions of Spring & Summer

Check out our great prices...

quality for all our fl owers & plants!

1.5 MILES SOUTH OF JUNCTION RTS. 9&201614 ROUTE 9 CASTLETON, NY 12033 (518)732-7563 * (800) 437-8527

FAX (518) 732-7009

www.budsfl oristandghses.com

Full Ser

vice Flor

ist

Full Ser

vice Flor

ist

ti N d

Greenbush Child Caring Summer Day Camp

Our summer day camp will operate from 6/28/10-8/20/10 at Green Meadow Elementary School.

Children who are entering grades 18 are eligible to participate in the summer camp program. We take

weekly field trips and oer a wide variety of recreation activities and enrichment programs, including swim lessons. At an additional cost we provide extended

morning and afternoon care. Additionally, we oer a Leader-In-Training Program for adolescents, ages 13-15.

For further information please visit us at:www.greenbushchildcaring.org

620 Columbia Turnpike Phone: (518) 477-4125 East Greenbush, NY 12061 www.greenbushchildcaring.org


Summer Day CampSummer Day CampHOPE 7 COMMUNITY CENTER ~ Troy

[email protected]

40 Years of ExperienceHighly Trained and Mature Staff

Lunch & Afternoon Snack IncludedTravel, Daily to Area State Parks

For ages entering Kindergarten to 12 year olds

June 28-September 3 by Day or Week7am - 5:30 pm

$150 per week / $35 per dayFamily Rates Available

Openings Available Openings Available Space is limitedSpace is limited

Open Daily

589 Columbia Tpke ~ East Greenbush477-2651

WWW.FUNPLEXFUNPARK.COM

BUY ONEGET ONE

FREE!Mini golf, Go-Kart

orRock Wall

with this coupon

BUY 1 GET 1 BATTING

CAGEToken for 21 FREE Balls in BATTING

CAGEwith this coupon

Go-KartsAdventure GoldGyroscopeBouncy bounceMini Go-Karts

Rock ClimbingBankshot BasketballBumper BoatsBatting CagesBungee Trampoline

Just 5 min

utes

East of Al

bany

CHILDREN'S BIRTHDAYPARTIES!

It's easy...Book Your ate.

Invite Your Guests.Have a ball!

Programs and Programs and Summer Fun!Summer Fun!


Goodell ContractingCustom CarpentryCustom Carpentry

Specializing in~Trim

Bathrooms Kitchens

Norman C. Goodell Office:279-4376Mobile:339-6025Brunsick, NY

Health & Wellness Hospice Offi ce at 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer. Wave Riders Program for Grieving Children. Thursdays starting April 15 through May 20 the program of peer support groups, for children in grades K through 8th grade will take place. Call Will Hannah at 285-8100.

Thurs, May 06,(10a.m.- 12 p.m.) History Sand Lake Center For the Arts Advances in camcorder and computer technology have made it possible for family members to professionally document and edit their history. call 674-2007. www.slca-ctp.org

Fri, May 7 (6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.) Community Event/Fundraiser The Sage Colleges Troy CampusAggie Stillman Room in the Robison Athletic CenterDivision and First Street, TroyARKFEST 10-A FUNDRAISER TO KEEP THE ARK AFLOAT. Tickets: $25.00 per person Enjoy an evening of open bar, delicious hors doeuvres, silent & live auction, a chance on a great DOOR PRIZE and good company!

Sat, May 8 (8 p.m. - N/A) Community Event 110 8th street, EMPAC Building, Troy, NY. Concert Hall SOLOS2. In the SOLOS2 series, a diverse array of performers will guide listeners through aural space, using strings, brass, percussion, amplifi cation, and voices to fully explore the potentials of timbre and musical directionality. all 518.276.4135. http://empac.rpi.edu/

Sat, May 8, May 15, May 22(9a.m. - 1p.m.) Farmers Market Riverfront Park, Front StreetTroy More than 50 local farmers, specialty foods producers, bakers and artisans provide the Capital Region's freshest local meats, eggs, fruits and vegetables, naturally raised meat and poultry, artisan breads, cheeses, baked goods, New York State wine, handmade soaps, pottery, crafts and much more! ! Local community groups, kids events and music at every market. www.troymarket.org

Sat, May8,(8 p.m. - N/A) Music & Entertainment Sand Lake Center For the Arts

Description: Squire Jacob Concert-Bob Franke- call 674-2007. www.slca-ctp.org

Sat, May 8, 2010 (7 a.m. - 11 a.m.) Saturday, May 15 Sat, May 22 Sat, May 29Shopping Market Place in Troy Little Itlay, (Hill Street between Washington and Liberty). Spring into Action! City Wide Garage Sale every Saturday in May. call Andrea 470-7369 or All Blues at 272-4972.

Mon, May 10 (4 p.m. 6:30 p.m.) Community Event Eagle Mills Christian Church, 1 Maple Avenue, Corner of Rt 2 and Maple Avenue in Troy will be holding a Chicken - - Biscuit Dinner. contact 518-279-1588.

Wed, May 12 (1 p.m. - 3 p.m.) Community Event East Greenbush Community Library, 10 Community Way, Rensselaer. Town of East Greenbush Seniors will now have a meeting place to socialize and have a couple of hours of fun. This is a brand new happening!

Thurs, May 13, (10 a.m. - 12 p.m.) Tues, May 18(3:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) Thursday, May 27, 2010 (10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) History Sand Lake Center For the Arts Description: Advances in camcorder and computer technology have made it possible for family members to professionally document and edit their history. call 674-2007. www.slca-ctp.org

Fri, May 14, (8 p.m. - N/A) Sat, May 15, (8 p.m. - N/A)Sun, May 16 (2:30 p.m. - N/A)Friday, May 21, 2010 (8:00 p.m. - N/A) Saturday, May 22, , Sun, May 23, 2010 (2:30 p.m. - N/A)

Music & Entertainment Sand Lake Center for the Arts. The hound of the Baskervilles For additional information, please call 518-674-2007. www.slca-cpt.org

Fri, May 14, (5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.) Fri, May 28, 2010 (5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.) Community Event-Fundraiser The Stephentown Valley Rod and Gun Club on Rt. 43 in West Stephentown will be holding Fish Fry and More 766-5350.

Sat, May 15, (7 a.m. - 4 p.m.) Community Event Striped Bass Fishing Tournament Each year a multitude of fi shermen from around the world make their way to the City of Troy to fi sh for striped bass in the Hudson River. www. t royny.gov /v i s i t t r oy /fi shingtournament.html

Sat, May 15, (9 a.m. - 11 a.m.) Community Event Oakwood Cemetery. Please use their Oakwood Avenue Entrance on Oakwood Avenue (Rte. 40). Tour Oakwoods natural areas with Warren F. Broderick as he introduces you to common and unusual native and escaped plants call 800-556-6273. www.oakwoodcemetery.org

Sat, May 15 (9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.) Education 146 Speigletown Road, Troy, NY 12182 Speigletown District Volunteer-Fire Company -6 Hour Defensive Driving Class. NYS approved call Kim Franklin at (518) 470-7477 or email at [email protected].

Sat, May 15(11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) Community Event- Sgt. Walter A. Adams American Legion Post 1021 will be holding a Chicken BBQ. The cost remains at $4. call the Post at 674-2309.

Mon, May 17 (9 a.m. N/A) Sports/Fundraiser The Commission on Economic

Community

Attract great tenants!Attract great tenants!Apartment Prep ServicesApartment Prep Services

Painting ~ CleaningPainting ~ CleaningInsured ~ Non smokerInsured ~ Non smoker

$20/hr with $100 in paint & minor replacements!$20/hr with $100 in paint & minor replacements!Environmentally sensitive tenants?Environmentally sensitive tenants?Ask for Green Brush preparation! Ask for Green Brush preparation!

See website for details See website for details Apartmentprepservices.comApartmentprepservices.com

or callRyan at 256-8529 or callRyan at 256-8529


Opportunity will hold its fi rst Spring Swing Golf Outing at Burden Lake County Club. The proceeds from this event will go for the soon-to-be built Southern Rensselaer County Family resource Center which will be located in the Schodack/Nassau area. Entry fees will be $125 for individual golfers and $500 for foursomes. please contact Nancy Rice at 272-6012, ext. 274 or go to www.ceo-cap.org. www.ceo-cap.org

Community Event The Averill Park High School Orchestra annual benefi t chicken barbecue. call Sharon at 542-8890 or email Sharon at [email protected].

Thurs, May 20 (7p.m. - 8:30p.m.) History Rensselaer CountyHistorical Society57 Second Street, Troy READING BETWEEN THE LINES BOOK GROUP: call 518-272-7232 x17. www.rchsonline.org

Fri, May 21(7:30 p.m. - N/A) Music & Entertainment First United Presbyterian Church, 1915 Fifth Avenue, Troy. Neighbors Establishing Support in Troy (NEST) presents: 3rd Annual Gospel Benefi t Concert. call 518-272-2771 Ext. 14 www.unitedprestroy.org Fri, May 21 (4:30p.m. - 6:30p.m.) Community Event The Kiwanis Club of Troy will

be hosting a Giffys Chicken BBQ at St. Michaels Church at 175 Williams Road off Route 4 by Hudson Valley Community College. Eat in or take out. call 729-6866 for tickets.

Sat, May 22 (8 a.m. - 10 a.m.) Community Event Oakwood Cemetery. Please use their Oakwood Avenue Entrance on Oakwood Avenue (Rte. 40). Spring Bird Walk Enjoy Oakwoods remarkable mix of birds as they return to the cemeterys varied habitats for spring nesting. call 800-556-6273. www.oakwoodcemetery.org

Sat, May 22 (12 Noon - N/A) Community Event-Fundraiser Troy Bowl, Troy. "Bowling for Recreation". South Central Recreational Center Summer Program. call 326-0415 or contact [email protected]

Thurs, May 27 (8:30a.m. - 1p.m.) Health & Wellness SPEIGLETOWN FIREHOUSE146 SPEIGLETOWN ROADROUTE 40, TROY Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of CPR! Free CPR Course.

Thurs, May 27 (4 - 7 p.m.) Community Event Historic Sage, Washington Park & Pottery Districts of downtown Troy. The Friends of Prospect Park Invite all to the 11th Annual Hidden Garden Tour. contact

Nina Pattison at 274-5933 or Cleo Mook at 326-6413.

Fri, May 28 (8 p.m. - N/A) Music & Entertainment 110 8th street, EMPAC Building, Troy, NY. Concert Hall Steve Lehman Octet-A trailblazing young saxophonist and composer whose thrilling, multilayered work stands at the frontiers of contemporary music. call 518.276.4135. http://empac.rpi.edu/

Fri, May 28 (5 p.m. 9 p.m.) Community Event Troy Night Out is a monthly arts and cultural event that takes place the last Friday of EVERY month in downtown Troy from 5 - 9 PM. www.troynightout.org

Sat, May 29 (9 a.m. - N/A) Community Event Oakwood Cemetery. Please use their Oakwood Avenue Entrance on Oakwood Avenue (Rte. 40). Memorial Day Ecumenical Service Join Oakwood Cemetery and the Veterans of Lansingburgh for their annual graveside Wreath Laying Ceremony, and the placement of fl ags on the gravesites of Veterans in the Soldiers Plot. call 800-556-6273. www.oakwoodcemetery.org www. t royny.gov /v i s i t t r oy /memorialdayparade.html

Mon, May 31 (11 a.m. - N/A) Speical/Holiday Memorial Day Parade. The Memorial Day Parade will be held in Lansingburgh, NY. and sponsored by the Veterans of Lansingburgh. Parade steps off at 11am, rain or shine. Parade route 124th and 5th ave to 115th and 5th ave, turns down 115th street. Heads north on 2nd ave and the reviewing stand is located on 123rd street in front of Standard Manufacturing Company. Open house at the Veterans of Lansingburgh after the parade. visit www.troyny.gov/visittroy/memorialdayparade.html Wed, June 2, (3 p.m. - 6 p.m.) Farmers Market The Market will be held onHill St. between Liberty and WashingtonSt., right off Fourth Street, Troy.

The Farmers Market will be every Wednesday, rain or shine until October 13,. The Farmers Market is a wonderful place to get together with your neighbors as well as pick up fresh and wholesome food from local sources. Food Stamps and WIC benefi ts are accepted as well as Rensco senior fresh checks and similar government food vouchers. Vendors are sought for produce, prepared foods and crafts, contact [email protected].

19 Years of Experience

Events


Crunchy Banana-Strawberry Parfaits Here's a layered treat that combines sweet, smooth and crunchy in every bite! Prep Time: 15 minTotal Time: 15 minMakes: 4 servings

1 1/3 cups Yoplait 99% Fat Free strawberry yogurt 2 cups Cocoa Puffs cereal 1/3 cup unsalted sunfl ower nuts 2 bananas, sliced 4 fresh whole strawberries

1. For each serving, spoon 1/3 cup yogurt into dessert dish or parfait glass. Add 1/2 cup cereal. Top each with 1 tablespoon of the sunfl ower nuts, 1/4 of the banana slices and 1/4 of remaining yogurt. 2. Sprinkle with remaining sunfl ower nuts. Top each with strawberry. How-To Use plastic cups and spoons for a "to go" treat. Substitution Try raspberry or peach yogurt and use sliced or slivered almonds instead of the sunfl ower seeds.

bines sweet, smooth and

Recipe of the Month

Visit www.bettycrocker.com for more recipes


CALL274-7020TODAY TO

RSVP OR FOR OPEN HOUSE

DATES

As we honor mothers this month, here are two thoughts for you. It was when I had my fi rst child that I understood how much my mother loved me.

-- From "For Mother - A Bouquet of Sentiments" A mother is a person who seeing there are only four pieces of pie for fi ve people,

promptly announces she never did care for pie. ~Tenneva Jordan

Stop by Blue Fiddle and pick up something to remember Mom on her dayMay 8th.

(Bring the kids.theyll fi nd some treasures for Mom also.)

10% of all our sales for the month of May will be donated to the American Cancer Society and the American Heart Association

in memory of our MomsHarriet Kehoe and Nan MacArevey.

Happy Mothers Day


Chamber Launches Executive Dialogue

The Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to present Executive Dialogue, a new forum for business owners, CEOs, and mid to senior-level executives to meet, support, and consult with one another in a frank and confi dential environment. In this peer-to-peer program, groups of non-competing professionals will meet regularly for candid discussions, assistance, and mentoring. Each group has the capability of acting as a board and consultants for its members on a wide variety of real-life business topics. By posing questions, sharing practices, and exploring concepts, participants work together to fi nd solutions to problems and strategically tackle common and uncommon challenges, leading to their growth & success.

Initiated by the Chamber Board of Directors Education Committee, Executive Dialogue responds to the needs and requests of our membership, particularly requests made during various Focus Groups hosted in 2009. The new forum also fulfi lls our Strategic Plan which calls for enhanced, cost-effective opportunities for the professional education and personal development of members.

Make no mistake, this is not a networking group, and participants do not spend their time selling to one another, said Chamber President Linda Hillman. This is a professional support network for experienced professionals to set aside valuable time, share their experiences, gain valuable insight, and propel themselves towards their business goals.

The mission of Executive Dialogue is to foster open and confi dential communication among small groups of business owners, mid-management and senior level executives. Each group provides its participants with support and consultation on business issues such as increasing profi tability, recruiting and retaining quality employees, human resources, marketing plans, and more. The group may function as an unpaid board of directors for your business, providing you with a place to build trusted relationships.

Additionally, the groups will have access to MBA students at The Lally School of Management & Technology at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The pooled experience, expertise and talents of the group can often point to solutions for everyday problems, as well as long-range challenges. The Chamber is seeking professionals to take part in Executive Dialogue as group participants, mentors, and advisors. If you would like to join other professionals in a collaborative and inspiring environment, contact Ryan Silva, Director of Business Development, at 518.274.7020, ext. 14, or by email [email protected].

From the Desk of

Linda HillmanPresident

RENSSELAER COUNTY CHAMBER of COMMERCE

TUES, MAY 04'Intellectual Property- Important to Your Business and Our Region's Economic Growth'Join us for the Chamber's "Intellectual Property-Important to Your Business and Our Region's Economic Growth" presentation presented by David Miranda of Heslin Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti P.C. Scheduled for Tues, May 4, from 8:30-9:30am at the Chamber offi ces. No cost but RSVPs requested. Location: *CHAMBER OFFICES, 255 River Street, Troy

THURS, MAY 13Annual Dinner with a Twist: A 110th CelebrationCelebrate with the Chamber at Annual Dinner with a Twist: A 110th Celebration on Thursday, May 13, 2010 at the Franklin Plaza Ballroom, Troy. Location: The Franklin Plaza, Fourth & Grand Streets, Troy

THURS, MAY 13Register for your Expo Booth at the 110th Annual Dinner!It's that time of year to reserve your booth at the Business Expo Showcase. Call for the registration form to return to Kate Ollier, Programs & Communications Manager. Don't forget your booth comes with one complimentary dinner reservation, adding to the value of this offer! Final deadline for all Expo Booths is Thurs, April 15. Location: The Franklin Plaza, Fourth & Grand Streets, Troy

TUES, MAY 18GBN Event: Business Opportunities in the Southern Cone of Latin America THURS, MAY 20Business Education Series: 'Expert Marketing Solutions: Your Plan for Success'The Chamber's Business Education Series presents a panel of Marketing experts including John Stage, owner of Dinosaur BBQ, John DeCelle, Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing for SEFCU and Allison Lauenstein, Brand Strategist and owner of Branding Centric, LLC. Don't miss this opportunity!Time(s): 7:30am Check-in & Breakfast; 8am - 10am PanelLocation: The Century House , Route 9 - Latham

Contact for all these events is:Kate Ollier, Programs & Communications Manager

518.274.7474 [email protected]

Rensselaer Chamber of Commerce

Calendar of Events


439-KOKO (5656)Amateur Boxing Professional Boxing Fittness Boxing Personal Training

160 Delaware Ave.Delmar, NY 12054(Behind Delaware Plaza)


As April quickly passed us by, the anticipation of warm sunny days of May are approaching just as quickly. Could there be a more perfect time to do some decorating? I am convinced that the sunny days not only bring a smile to our faces but it also gives us ambition and inspiration to get things done. We've been working vigorously to bring you some new and exciting ideas by using what you have and adding something new to create a beautiful transformation . We will also be working hard on our beautiful "Country Garden"."Country Garden". As always it is very, very exciting to watch it all evolve.Birdhouses, garden accents and so much more.

STORE HOURS:Wed. - Fri. 10-6 ~ Saturday 10-4 ~ Sunday 11-3 ~ Closed Mon.&Tues.

www.kraftbykim.com

Remember "MOM" on May 9th (Mother's Day). Gift certificates, throws, candles and jewelry are just a few ideas for your gift giving. Our Annual Tent/Warehouse Extravaganza will take place on JUNE 3, 4 & 5. 4 & 5. You truly won't want to miss this one..... BBQ, lots of savings and give-a-ways. Stop by real soon. I'm sure you'll be glad you did, cause it truly gets better every single day. Have a Wonderful May!!!!

s

Hannaford Plaza596 Columbia Turnpike

East Greenbush

477-5500

FREEGround Beef Taco with purchase of

$10 or moreValid May 5th Only

FREESmall (2 oz) queso

cheese dipValid any day in May

$5 OFFwith purchase of

$30 or more Valid May 5th only

$2 OFFwith purchase of

$20 or more Valid any day in May

FREEKids Taco or Kids

Cheese Quesadillawith purchase of an Adult

burrito & beverage(excludes value meal)Valid May 5th only

FREE Fountain Drink

with purchase of Burrito or Quesadilla

Valid any day in May

New Summer Hours: Monday - Saturday 10am-9pm / Sunday 11am - 8 pm

Join us on May 5thfor our CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION

ALL DAY FUNMargarita Slushies (non-alcohol)

Special Menu ItemsSilly Games with Prizes


Melvin Roads Sons of The American Legion to Hold Second Annual

Spring Spaghetti Dinner

The Melvin Roads Sons of The American Legion Squadron #1231 will host its Second Annual Spring Spaghetti Dinner on May 16 from 4 to 7PM. This event is a fundraiser to support the volunteer activities of the Sons of the American Legion of Melvin Roads Post # 1231. The Melvin Roads American Legion is located at 200 Columbia Tpk, just east of Kmart, at the Corner of Rts 9 & 20 and Ridge Rd, East Greenbush , NY . The dinner is an All you can eat dinner, and Adults are $7, Children under 12 are $4. For more information or if you would like to make a donation to support this fund raising event contact Paul Rossello, Dinner Co-Chairperson at

518-462-7006 or email [email protected] .

RESERVE WITH AD RECEIVE 10 % OFF

257 CONGRESS ST. TROY,N.Y.12180

518-286-2542TENTS, TABLES, CHAIRS

WEDDING SUPPLIESDJ / KARAOKE SERVICE

BrownIntegratedChiropractic

Jason Brown, DCAlison Passante, DC

Relieving your symptoms.Relieving your symptoms.Empowering you through active care.Empowering you through active care.

Helping you reach Helping you reach your goals.your goals.213-0394213-0394

www.brownintegratedchiropractic.comwww.brownintegratedchiropractic.com

ChristinasChristinas209 Columbia Turnpike Rensselaer, NY

(2 doors down from the East Greenbush Town Hall)477-1109 or 331-8466

MAY SPECIALBOTINOL TREATMENT

$100.00 (Reg. $125.00)Botinol is G.M. Collins signature anti-aging treatment known as the wrinkle corrector. This clinical treatment provides a gentle alternative to painful injections and other invasive aesthetic surgery methods. This 60-70 minute treatment visibly reduces the appearance of expression lines and wrinkles, and prevents the appearance of new ones.

At Christinas you will enjoy a private, quiet, relaxing atmosphere. For all your skin care needs I hope you will visit and experience the difference.


Beautiful Smiles Healthy Teeth

Serving The Capital Region For Over 15 Years

Preventive Care Thorough Diagnostic Evaluations Crowns & BridgesTeeth Whitening Porcelain Veneers Cerec Dentures Restorations

Sealants Root Canal Therapy Periodontal Treatment LVI Trained Vizi Lite Oral Cancer Detection New Patients & Emergencies Welcome

Same-DayCrowns

beautiful porcelain crowns in a single visit!

Gentle Cosmetic & General Dentistry For the Whole FamilyDr. A.R. Wynnykiw, DDS, PLLC

351 Osborne Rd. Loudonville 432-3991www.albany dds.com


East Greeenbush Page

Christmas in May! Seniors are welcome to attend movie time at the East

Greenbush Library on Wednesday, May 12th at 1.

The movie Chevy Chases Christmas Vacation will be playing. Popcorn will be served.

Please call Carmela Hicks at 477-4775 to reserve a spot if you would like to attend!

I would like to update the residents on what has been going on in regards to our defi cit and bond rating.

-The Town has engaged the services of Fiscal Advisors & Marketing as our Financial Advisors.-The Town has approved an audit

The Town is also considering the following actions:-Hiring Freeze-Review of used fees-Review water & sewer rates-Unpaid parking tickets-Consolidating and shared services with:A. DispatchB. EG School DistrictC. Rensselaer Co. Services

-Limit overtime expenses-Out source non-critical positions-Limit new purchases-Implement internal controls-Review all policies

A-1 procurementB-1 cash handlingC-1 expenses, conferences, travel

Regarding negotiations of all contracts this year-Review current contractsA. IT SupportB. EnergyC. PayrollD. Treatment Plant

The town is also considering for 2011:A. Increased Sales Tax RevenueB. Review health insurance coverageC. We have started a long term capital plan

We all are undergoing diffi cult times. The administration has been busy and working with experts from many fi elds to alleviate our problems. As we work together, we will succeed.Thank You,

Rick McCabe

Supervisor's UpdateTown of East Greenbush

Greenbush Garden Club Annual Plant Sale

The Greenbush Garden Club annual plant sale will be held on Sat, May 15, at 9 am until sold out - Rain or Shine! Our members offer you a great selection of perennials, herbs & shrubs from their own gardens. Proceeds will help fund the Greenbush Garden Club Scholarship. Pick up something new for your garden at the Rensselaer Elks Pavilion, 683 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush For further information call Bernice at 429-9118 or by email @ maxicats6@ yahoo.com .

thomsHair

Salon

Not Happy With Your Hair? Call for your appointment

477-9163

689 Columbia Turnpike East Greenbush(parking in the back)


Miss Sigmund Speaks About Divorce

Dear Miss Siggy,

My parents are divorcing. I am sure I can stop them. I am trying to get them back together. I keep talking to them about times that they loved each other. My mom says I have to stop. I dont want to stop. I want them to remember. Do you think it will work?

Sincerely,

Desperate for Family

Dear Desperate,You sound so sad, sweetie. It is very painful to watch your family break up. Many kids try to get their parents back together, and all kids dream that their parents will remarry. I am sorry to tell you this, but in all of my years as a psychologist, I have never seen that happen.

I think you should join a Banana Splits group at school. You can talk with other kids who feel just like you do. And remember, no matter how things change, your fam-ily is your family for life.

Sincerely,

Miss Sigmund, CGC, TDI, Ph.D.

Miss Sigmund Speaks About Preferences

Dear Miss Siggy,

Two of my friends said that curly hair is better then straight hair. My hair is straight. I know it is dumb, but I was so sad I started to cry. Help.

Love,

Straight and Sad Dear Straight and Sad,Reading letters like this makes my hair curl. I growl and get mad when I hear kids competing over foolish stuff like hair. Curly hair is not better than straight hair and straight hair is not better than curly hair. All of this is just silly.

Dont sweat the small stuff. Love your hair, and let your friends like curly hair. If your classmates say one is bet-ter than the other say Silly Goose, you prefer curly hair, but that doesnt make it better than any other hair!

Love,

Miss Sigmund, CGC, TDI, Ph.D.

The kids are clamoring for something fun to do. Putting aside your housework for a while, you decide to join them for a family venture.

1. Climb aboard. Get on your bikes, roller blades, or skateboard and get moving.

2. Head for the hills. Join an organized nature walk or form your own family group when you visit a park.

3. Enjoy the season's fi rst root beer, frozen custard, or hot dog at a local drive-in restaurant or spring fair. Everything tastes better in the wide-open spaces!

4. Be a sport. Head for a favorite fi shing hole, play softball, go hiking enjoy the outdoor activities after a long winter!

5. Plant a garden. Give each family member a small plot of their own for favorite veggies or fl owers.

Spring is not the time for sitting in front of the television or playing video games. Head for the great outdoors to enjoy this season of new life and

promise as you spend quality time building lasting bonds and memories.

Fitness for kids: Getting your children off the couchFor many children, biking to the playground and playing kickball in the backyard have given way to watching television, playing video games and spending hours online. But it's never too late to get your kids off the couch. Use these simple tips to give your kids a lifelong appreciation for activities that strengthen their bodies.

Set a good example~If you want active kids, be active yourself. Go for a brisk walk...invite your family to join you or to p

our towne rensco may 2010

Documents

construction equipment

plumbing tools

lawn garden equipment

lighting equipment

equipment tillers

bbq equipment

hand power tools

floor carpet tools