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Why Does Music Sound Different From Other Countries? First; a definition: “ SCALE” (from the Greek for “ladder”): A series of intervals, or distances, between notes in a set pattern. We’ve often heard people comment; “That sounds like Chinese music! (Or Irish, or Jewish, etc.). Why do we react like that? The answer, of course, is lost in history. We can only make educated guesses. But to express my personal viewpoint, let me tell you a short fictional story. The Action in this story takes place…EIGHT THOUSAND YEARS AGO! “Again, the rains have not come. The Village Elders Have come to me, saying: ’create a song on your wondrous flute that will please the Gods and bring rain to our thirsty land, so that the crops will grow and the people can eat!’. I love my flute. A god whispered into the ear of my greatgrandfather, and told him where to burn and cut the 5 sacred holes in the wooden pipe to make the sounds that were pleasing. He taught his son, and his son taught me, as I will teach my son. I will pray for inspiration, and create the melody and words for a song to bring the rain, if it pleases the Gods. The day arrived. The Village gathered. I played, and immediately, the sky darkened, and the rains came! The people looked upon me with awe, then, they shouted, and danced! In the coming days, word of my deed spread. Neighboring villages sent men to ask the Village Elders for my help. One wished for more success in hunting. Another wished for their women to make more sons. The Village Elders told me, ‘none can make the words and songs like you. We want peace with our neighbors. Help them.’ And so, I did. I showed them how to make the wooden flute, where to place the 5 sacred holes. I showed them how to find the notes that go up, then go down in a pleasing manner for the Gods. And they took these ideas, and they spread them to their villages, and it was good.” And so, I think, it may have happened this way, in different lands, with different instruments, with different peoples. Different scales, too, some happy, some sad. Melodies were handed down, father to son, mother to daughter, for thousands of years. And that, in my personal view, is why we say today, “Hey, you know, it sounds like that music comes from…..” By Rick Werblow, Owner Burnthillsmusicny.com • 518-399-6047 800 Saratoga Rd (Burnt Hills Café Plaza), Burnt Hills, 12027 Mon-Thu 10-8 • Fri 10-6 • Sat 10-2 yourhometowne@gmail.com
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Carrie’s Favorite Cocktail Recipes
Double Take Stoli® Snowflake 2 parts Stoli® Salted Karamel 1 part Irish Liqueur Mint Leaves for garnish
The Diva Stoli® Salted Karamel Hot Cider 1 1/2 parts Stoli® Salted Karamel 3 parts Apple Cider 1/4 part Fresh Lemon Juice 1/2 part Simple Syrup (or Agave Nectar) Cinnamon Stick for Garnish
The Embellishment Stoli® Salted Karamel Cold Cider 2 parts Stoli® Salted Karamel 1 part Apple Cider 1/4 part Fresh Lemon Juice 3/4 part Simple Syrup (or Agave Nectar) Fresh Lime for Garnish Sugar Rim (optional)
Captain’s Cauldron 1.5 oz Captain Morgan Jack-O-Blast 2 oz Orange Juice 1 oz Cranberry Juice Optional - 1 oz Club Soda Topper Lemon Wedge squeezed
Halloween Safety Its Halloween time and all the ghosts and ghouls come out to play. Here are a few tips to keep those eyes safe (and maybe even the goblins away) this Hallows Eve. Tip # 1. Halloween glitter is all fun and games until it gets in your eye Who doesn’t like to dress up on Halloween? And fun face make up is a great way to complete that killer costume. But this kind of show make up is generally not formulated for the eye, so be careful when you apply it! This counts for fake eyelashes, lash glue (this one is really no good for the eyes), glitter, glitz and other Halloween makeup. Tip # 2. Monster contacts can do major damage to your eye Scary cosmetic contacts are all the rage at Halloween – and they make quite a statement. But they can also wreak all sorts of havoc on your eye including causing vision threatening infections in the cornea – which can really leave you with a scary eye. If you need this last little touch for your costume, make sure that you purchase these lenses from a eye care professional who can properly fit you for the lenses. Please take the contacts out at the end of the night. Curses to those who sleep with contacts in because it’s ghoulishly dangerous to the eye! Tip # 3: Beware of the Witch’s Brew Unfortunately, a lot of the severe eye trauma we see comes secondary to too much Witch’s Brew – never a good idea. Be safe and smart when you are out showing off your wicked costume this Halloween. Have a designated driver or use a ride-share service like uber or lyft, be smart and remember Tip 2: take your contacts out! Tip # 4. Watch out for your Trick or Treating kiddos Halloween is a super special day for the kids. What’s more fun than dressing up as your favorite superhero and staying up late to eat candy!? Unfortunately, pediatric ocular trauma is also common on Halloween. Masks can block peripheral vision, costume accessories like wands and swords can cause blunt trauma to eyes (ouch!), and running around in the dark is a set up for trips and falls – particularly in that slightly-too-long Princess dress. And if your child needs glasses to see keep them as part of the costume – dress them up and make it fun, but ensure they’re still wearing what they need to see! All of this will keep your little monsters safe at play. Enjoy Halloween costuming, trick or treating, pumpkins and candy – but do it all safely and keep your eyes out of trouble by following the above tips! Happy Halloween, little goblins!
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Learn to Meditate Meditation is a scientifically proven, secular method for creating calm and maintaining brain health. We offer a simple guide for getting started. What: Meditation is taking some moments in stillness. It might be uncomfortable at first however, that is the point! Meditation is a way to calm the busy mind. When thoughts come, notice them, but then come back to stillness and focus on your breath. That is the exercise. Just as lifting a barbell is exercising your arm, you are exercising your brain each time you come back from a thought. Why: Meditation can be used to engage the relaxation response, train the body to notice the moment, and to recognize how often we are lost in thoughts about the past or the future. Thoughts cause our stress and stress causes physical symptoms. Where: Anywhere! You may prefer a particular spot at home or in nature. In certain situations you may use a mantra based style, such as “Peace Begins With Me”. When you find yourself stuck in traffic or getting stressed at work, take a moment to recite this several times along with a finger mudra. “Peace” on the forefinger, “begins” with then next finger, “with” on the next, and “me” on the pinky finger. When: If you like rituals, you might meditate the same time every day. In the morning, it can help you set the tone for the day. At night, it can assist you in sleeping well. Mid-day makes a wonderful break.
Don’t put rules on it. Just find the time and create a practice. Who: Everyone! Today, even children are being taught how to meditate in school to enable them to handling life with more ease. When we know how to create a sense of calm, notice the present moment, and find our center, we are better able to handle whatever life throws our way. How: You may meditate in silence or with mantras, with certain types of yoga such as Kundalini and Pranayama which use breath and certain movements, guided or visualizations, or theme based such as abundance or gratitude. Youtube and apps are a great source of meditations. Meditation is a practice and by simply beginning, you are a meditator! Helene Verdile and Kim Perone are Certified Life Coaches at The Center for Clarity, Compassion & Contentment ~ A Wellness Center located at 801 Route 50 (behind Edward Jones), serving clients one-on-one and in group coaching programs and can be reached at Hverdile@center4c.com, (518) 470-0048; Kperone@ center4c.com (518) 301-3593. Coaching programs include: Power of YOU, Fearless, Calling all Empaths, Teen Power Hour, Joy Starts Here, Live by Design, May Cause Miracles, Innerspace, Inspired Life Club, Elevate, and Soul Sessions Kim Perone and Helene Verdile are Certified Life Coaches at Inspired Life Coaching and The Center for Clarity, Compassion & Contentment located at 801 Route 50, Burnt Hills (behind Edward Jones). A calendar of activities is available at www.center4c.com and on Facebook.
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Is Your “Digital Estate” in Order? If you spend a lot of time on the internet, you’re not just shopping or being entertained, or following the news or participating in an online community. You’re probably also dealing with accounts and information that eventually can become part of your digital “estate.” And if this estate isn’t properly looked after, it can lead to confusion and conflict among your survivors, as well as an opportunity for hackers to try to get at whatever resources they can touch. If you haven’t stopped to think about it, you might be surprised at the number of assets that could become part of your digital estate. You may have financial accounts (banking, brokerage and bill-paying); virtual property accounts (air miles, “points” for hotel bookings); business accounts (eBay, Amazon, Etsy); e-mail accounts (Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo); social networking accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram); online storage accounts (Google Drive, iCloud, Drobox); and application accounts (Netflix, Kindle, Apple). Given all these areas, how can you protect and preserve your digital estate? Here are a few suggestions: Create a detailed inventory of digital assets. Following the categories listed above, draw up a list of all your digital assets. Document your wishes for how you want your digital assets managed. If you don’t specify how you want your digital assets managed upon your death or incapacitation, you might be opening the door to lengthy legal battles over access to these assets. In a worst-case scenario, your heirs and beneficiaries might never get the assets you had intended for them. Name a digital executor in your last will and testament. A digital executor can accomplish a variety of tasks related to your digital estate, such as transferring online assets to your heirs; closing accounts you don’t want transferred; managing personal materials by archiving or deleting files, photographs, videos and other content you have created; and, finally, informing online communities of your passing. When choosing a digital executor, you’ll want someone you
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can trust, of course, but you’ll also want to make sure that person is skilled enough in technology to search your computer properly and navigate the internet and multiple websites. Not all states recognize a digital executor, so you may want to consult with a legal professional to learn about the laws governing digital estate planning in your state. Also, even if you have a digital executor, online platforms enforce their own rules about who can or can’t access a deceased person’s accounts. If you are concerned about this, you may want to contact the customer service areas from these types of providers – Google, PayPal, Facebook, etc. – to learn their policies. Review your plans. Review your digital estate plans on a regular basis, just as you do with your physical/tangible estate plans. The digital world is a fast-moving one, so you’ll need to stay current with changes. In some ways, managing a digital estate can be more challenging than dealing with a physical estate. But by following the above suggestions, you can help reduce any “cyber-angst” your loved ones may feel when it’s time to deal with the digital presence you’ve left behind. Christopher Nyhan runs the Edward Jones office in Burnt Hills, NY. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors are not estate planners and cannot provide tax or legal advice. Rather, we partner with your attorney, CPA or tax advisor to build integrated solutions for you and your family. You should consult your estate-planning or qualified tax advisor regarding your situation. Chris can be reached at 399-5087 or chris.nyhan@edwardjones.com Chris Nyhan runs the Edward Jones office in Burnt Hills, NY. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Chris can be reached at 399-5087 or chris.nyhan@edwardjones.com
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GLENVILLE
FALL 2018 Newsletter
Incorporated 1820 • State of New York
From the Desk of the Town Supervisor It’s hard to imagine that we’re already in the fourth quarter of the year. This past year has been a busy one for the town. On the economic development front, we’re proud to announce that the Aldi store is finally open. This project represents the completion of the redevelopment of Town Center where for the first time in years every property is filled within the corridor. Later this year, we plan on working with National Grid to remove the four large poles on the corner of Route 50 and Glenridge. This will allow us to complete the beautification of Town Center through the addition of landscaping. Another big initiative that the town has undertaken is the building of a pedestrian friendly path throughout the town. As many of you know, this started with construction of the sidewalks in Town Center and now we are connecting the neighborhood of Woodhaven to Town Center and eventually to our park system at the end of Van Buren Road. After some delay, the Glenridge Road portion of the trail to Woodhaven is expected to be completed by the spring and is largely financed by a grant secured from Senator Tedisco. This past year finally brought further expansion of the town’s park system with the addition of an outdoor fitness park in Indian Meadows, dog shade shelters and benches added to Anderson Park and the linkage through trail development of Indian Meadows and Anderson parks – also known as the Greenway Trail. In other park news, our annual concert and movie series -Thursdays in the Park - in Indian Meadows was a great success this year and we finally kicked off the Maalwyck Park expansion project that will end next year with a new pavilion, bathrooms, concession stand, playground and cultural/historical display. I am also proud to report that the historic Yates Mansion has been named to the state historic registry and is under consideration for inclusion on the federal registry. This means the mansion is safe from ever being demolished and we are eligible for additional technical assistance and funding sources to support the renovation. All of this is good news as we continue to push toward 2020 – our town’s 200th anniversary. The committee is just now starting to meet to discuss ways for us to celebrate the bicentennial. If you have a story about Glenville that you want to share or have something to share about its history, we want to hear from you. Please email me at ckoetzle@ townofglenville.org and I can coordinate a meeting with the committee to share your story. We want to build an oral history from the residents that can be presented in 2020 and will live on for generations. Finally, my budget was released on October 1st and I have provided fairly detailed information in relation to it in my budget memo within this newsletter. I urge you to read that column and feel free to contact me with any questions and/or comments. I have conducted numerous public meetings (six since early-September) to discuss the budget with residents and welcome any opportunity to do so at any time.
A Quick Glance at the Town’s Development Review Boards and Commissions
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One of the most important – and controversial - functions of local government in New York State is the evaluation and approval (or disapproval) of land development proposals. Often the review procedures are complex, with public opposition over individual projects being a common by-product of development review. To residents and others not intimately involved in the development review process, the different types of planning/zoning applications and the involvement of various Town boards and commissions can be puzzling. What follows is a brief synopsis of the four different Town boards and commissions who have roles in the development review process. Town Board – The Town Board is the local legislative body. As such, they are the only entity who can adopt land use regulations (i.e. zoning regulations, subdivision regulations, mobile home regulations, etc.). The Town Board is also the entity with authority to consider and approve or deny zoning amendment applications. Also of considerable imwportance, it is the Town Board that is responsible for adopting a town’s Comprehensive Plan, which the Glenville Town Board did last October. Glenville Environmental Conservation Commission (GECC) – The GECC is an advisory commission that identifies and makes recommendations on the potential environmental impacts of large development projects. The GECC is charged with the initial review and recommendation on Type I Actions, as defined by the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA). There are several different thresholds for Type I Actions, including the physical disturbance of 10 or more acres of land and the rezoning of 25 or more acres. Perhaps 3-5% of all planning/zoning applications within Glenville can be classified as Type I SEQRA Actions. Depending on the type of planning/ zoning application (i.e. subdivision, site plan, conditional use permit, zoning change, etc.), the GECC’s review and recommendation is directed to either the Planning & Zoning Commission, Town Board, or Zoning Board of Appeals. Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) – The PZC is arguably the most influential of the various Town review boards and committees, due in part to the large number of applications that go before them, but also because of the nature of these applications, which are typically commercial, industrial or residential in form. The PZC is the decision-making body on all site plan review applications and subdivision applications. Site plan applications are typically commercial and industrial projects, as well as multi-family residential proposals. Subdivision review deals almost exclusively with residential projects in which building lots are being created for new housing. The PZC also plays an important advisory role to the Zoning Board of Appeals for conditional use permit and use variance applications, and to the Town Board for zoning amendment applications. Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) – The ZBA is a quasi-judicial body that, like the PZC, considers a large number of proposals in any given year. They are primarily charged with the review of three different types of applications; use variance, area variance and conditional use permit. The use and area variance are appeals-type applications, while conditional use permits typically involve the review of specified commercial and industrial projects.
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There is much more to each of these boards and commissions, of course. More detailed information can be found on the Town’s website (www.townofglenville.org). Once on the homepage, hit the “Boards and Committees” link, where you’ll find information on 11 of the Town’s boards and commissions/committees.
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Glenville’s 9th Annual Oktoberfest Celebration Draws Huge Crowd The town of Glenville welcomed an estimated crowd of over 10,000 to Maalwyck Park for its annual Oktoberfest celebration. This year, we brought back all the traditional features of Oktoberfest: authentic German food, music and beer, Wolf Hollow Brewery, craft vendor, classic car cruise in, kids games and loads of entertainment for the entire family. We also added a few new features: the Dachshund Dash and the headline band, Alpine Thunder. Special thanks to all the volunteers, vendors and sponsors who make the community event run each- and-every year and who’s effort helps us keep this as a free event for all. This year we relied on over 130 volunteers and countless hours and a lot of planning to make this event a success. Special thanks to committee co-chairs, Jamie MacFarland, Dave Hennel and Heather Peterson for all their leadership. Mark your calendars now for next year’s event on Saturday, September 28, 2019. It’s always the last Saturday in September. Wir sehen uns dort!
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Thursdays in the Park Had a Great Season This Year at Indian Meadows Park
This past August marked the second season for the town’s “Thursday in the Park” movie and concert series held every Thursday in August at Indian Meadows Park. This year we welcomed residents to three concerts and two movies. The movies included a kids night where the Glenville Police Department gave away free bike helmets and a separate night that was dubbed “Date Night” that showed a classic movie with Wolf Hollow Brewery providing refreshments. Volunteers also provided free popcorn for the movies. Stewart’s was on hand for every event to offer residents free ice cream! Thank you to all of our sponsors and for all the volunteers who made this great community event happen. Mark your calendars now for next year when we will welcome back the bands and show the movies again; every Thursday in August!
Mark Your Calendar for Next Year’s Thursdays in the Park: Movies and Concerts Every Thursday in August in Indian Meadows Park.
Water Meter Replacement Project We would like to take a moment to thank everyone for their patience and participation during the Town’s water meter replacement process. With over 5,000 new meters in place, we are still making appointments to get the remainder of the meters changed. If you still need to make an appointment, please call our office, at 518-688-1217.
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Trying to read your new water meter and it looks blank? You will need to use a strong flashlight to read your meter, shine a flashlight at a 45 degree angle on the lower blank looking panel of the meter for about 5 – 6 seconds, and series of numbers should appear. Hold the flashlight in place for a couple more seconds and the reading should pop up. The digits prior to the decimal point are the reading. Fire Hydrant Snow Removal Winter can be a time for enjoying the great indoors with friends and family. Help keep your home safe from winter fire hazards by ensuring your fire hydrants are clear and readily accessible in an emergency. In addition to removing snow and debris covering the hydrant, please maintain a shoveled path from the street or driveway to the fire hydrant so it is visible from the road. We often have only small crews available for clearing snow from fire hydrants, your continued help with snow removal is greatly appreciated! If you are unable to complete this task, please contact the Glenville Highway Department, at 518-688-1240, for assistance. Again, we appreciate your help in the past, as well as going forward.
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Aldi’s Glenville is now open! The new store completes the redevelopment efforts of Town Center. Ten years ago, the Town Center was dark, empty, and shabby and now, after years of a lot of hard work from a lot of people in this town, we have a beautiful, well-lit, walk-able and vibrant Town Center! The current Aldi’s sit was the last vacant spot in the corridor. Congratulations to all and welcome, Aldi.
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Highway If paving has not been completed by time of publishing, we will be resurfacing Alplaus area and lower Touareuna Road. Before you know it, it will be Leaf Picking Season. Please be mindful of the following while placing your leaves out for pick up: •Please refrain from placing loose leaf piles on the blacktop as it creates narrow roadways and if leaves are wet, slippery conditions. These are dangerous conditions for motorists and pedestrians. • We ask that leaf piles be no wider than 5ft. so the hose can reach. Anything wider will slow the process down • No other debris such as branches, sticks or stones can be mixed into the leaf piles. These items create costly damages to the leaf machines. We realize that when we start not all the leaves are down but we will do our best to pick them all. We have 187 lane miles of town road, 120 lane miles of county roads and a few state roads to pick leaves from. Just as we finish picking up the leaves, it will be Winter Snow/Ice Control Season. To help with a safe and efficient season, please keep the following in mind: • Garbage - Please do not place your garbage containers in the roadway. They slow down our important task of clearing the roads. • Snow/Ice - Please note that placing snow/ice in the town’s roadways either by shovel, snow blower or plow is strictly prohibited. • Basketball hoops – hoops should not be in the roadway or the town’s right of way as they hinder the process as well. • Onstreet parking – parking of vehicles is prohibited on town roadways between the hours of 3 am and 6 am commencing November 15th through April 1st and during snow emergencies. • Property drainage – sump and foundation lines should not discharge to the roadway, this causes icing and dangerous situations. Property drainage must be a minimum of 10ft. off of edge of pavement to not cause icing issues. • Mailboxes – clearance under the box and/or support arm should be at least 48”. • Driveway – we do not intentionally wish to dump snow in your driveway. Please remember it is our job to have all paved surface clear of snow so you and your family can travel safely and without major delay. It is the full intention of the town to continue with the Bulk Item Program in the spring time. At the time of writing this newsletter, we have sent out bid packets to begin the process. We also invite you to visit our web-page for more details.
Freemans Bridge Road Complete Streets Plan Adopted In May the Town of Glenville Town Board adopted a Complete Streets Plan for the Freemans Bridge Road corridor. Prepared by the Town, in partnership with its planning consultant, Planning4Places, the Freemans Bridge Road Complete Streets Plan looks to transform this critical Town highway corridor from its current automobiledominated environment into a street that accommodates all users. Preparation of the Plan was primarily funded through the Capital District Transportation Committee’s (CDTC) Linkage Grant Program. “Complete Streets,” most simply defined, are streets for everyone. Complete Streets are important streets and highway corridors that are designed and operated to enable safe access for all users, including pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and transit riders of all ages and abilities. The Plan targets a number of improvements for the Freemans Bridge Road corridor. Chief among them is the installation of a sidewalk on one side of the road and a multi-use path on the other, for the entire length of the corridor. At the south end the planned multi-use path would connect to the existing Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail that runs from the Freemans Bridge Road Boat Launch west to Schonowee Avenue in the Village of Scotia. The path also allows for easy access to the larger MohawkHudson Bike-Hike Trail system that lies just across Freemans Bridge in the City of Schenectady. Complementing the installation of sidewalks and multi-use paths will be the implementation of access management and traffic calming principles for the corridor. There are numerous techniques and design elements that can be used for access management and traffic calming, but the overall idea is to slow automobile traffic, reduce traffic conflicts, and ensure that pedestrians and bicyclists are safely accommodated throughout the entire corridor. The Freemans Bridge Road Complete Streets Plan can be found on the Town of Glenville website (www.townofglenville.org). Look for the “Studies and Reports” link on the Town’s homepage.
News from Our Parks This season has been a busy one for parks. We are finishing the first phase of the improvements at Maalwyck Park. Construction of the road and new parking lot along with the archeological investigations have been completed. The work also involved improvements to the park’s upper plateau in the park which will allow for the development of new playing fields. The next planned phase of work will bring utilities to the site of a future pavilion which will support all of the park’s activities. At Indian Meadows, we opened the new outdoor fitness center. Partnering with the Glenville YMCA and Glenville Rotary, the Town has added 10 exercise machines for people to get in a workout in the great outdoors. A new story book trail has just opened near the playground. A short hike along the trail allows children to follow the story on the 16 boards laid out there. The story will change every month or two, keeping kids coming back for more. August brought our Thursdays in the Park. Our attendance grew as more town residents came to enjoy the music or movies at the park along with free ice cream courtesy of Stewarts Shops.
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In June we opened the new Glenville Greenway which links Indian Meadows trails to the Andersen Dog Park. If you complete the entire loop, you have logged in over 3 miles. The Dog Park now has shade structures to allow dogs and their humans to take a break and relax out of the direct sun. More trail projects are planned in both parks. Many of these improvements are made possible by partnering with Glenville Rotary, the Greater Glenville Y, and local scouts.
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Supervisor Koetzle’s 2019 Budget My 2019 budget that I submitted to the Board on October 1st is a conservative spending plan which once again stays within the state imposed real property tax cap limit. The Town of Glenville has stayed under the tax cap every year since it was implemented, and we have done so without relying on gimmicks such as new fees on residents or the deferral of required payments to the state retirement system. The overall proposed 2019 tax rate increase is 2.37%. The proposed tax levy increase of 3.04% is below our New York State tax cap. A typical Glenville homeowner outside the village will see a total 2019 town tax bill increase of $19 which covers all town items on your January tax bill: town general, town outside, highway, water, sewer, and all special districts. A typical village homeowner will see a 2019 increase of $2. The 2019 budget will be the ninth consecutive budget in which we have reduced total fund balance (the town’s savings) appropriation in the three main funds. In 2019, we will utilize a total of $340,000 in fund balance appropriation across these main funds, a reduction of $20,000 from 2018. When I was first elected Supervisor in 2010, we inherited a budget that used almost $1,400,000 in fund balance appropriation for these three funds. I am proud that we have now cut our reliance on fund balance appropriations by over 75% in the past 9 years. We expect to reduce our fund balance appropriation again in the 2020 budget as we near the elimination of using fund balance for operations. We will also continue to avoid unnecessary borrowing, in keeping with the philosophy which has seen us reduce the overall Town debt load from $23.1 million in 2010 down to $13.8 million at the end of 2018. This proposed budget will result in a further net reduction of $811,000 so that by the end of 2019 we will have paid off more than $10 million in debt in just nine years. As with fund balance appropriation, we anticipate a further reduction in the town’s overall debt load in the 2020 budget. In recent years, even while aggressively paying down debt, we have made significant investments in Town infrastructure and equipment. Some examples include the installation of new automatic-read water meters, purchase of the historic Yates Mansion, installation of street lights and sidewalks throughout Town Center, building the Andersen Dog Park, replacement of aging DPW and Parks equipment, improvement of the roads and playing fields in Indian Meadows Park, and the addition of a second entrance at Maalwyck Park. The 2019 proposed budget includes completing the job of upgrading Maalwyck Park by investing $560,000 to add a pavilion, restrooms, concession stands, a playground, an educational and cultural display, and complete electric, water, and sewer services.
paperwork which is timing-consuming and has overtaxed our staff. The 2019 budget includes funding to contract out some of the grant administration functions to a third party. •Continuing to provide our Police department with the tools they need. The 2019 budget includes funding to pay cash for one marked pickup truck, one marked car, one unmarked car, and a second roadside speed/messaging board. Funding is also included for additional tactical shields and new ballistic protective vests as part of our multiyear replacement plan to upgrade these items for our officers. •Continuing to upgrade our DPW and Parks equipment. The 2019 budget will fund a new commercial mower for Parks; new one-ton trucks for the Highway and Water departments; and a new leaf machine, roadside mower, street sweeper, and remote-controlled slope mower for Highway. There is also funding for Indian Meadows Park to upgrade the flood lights and electric panel at the ice rink and pave the rest of the baseball parking lot. •Continuing to invest in the restoration of Yates Mansion. The 2019 budget includes $72,000 to help restore this piece of Glenville history. Additionally, in 2019 the Town Board and I will continue to strongly advocate for Glenville’s fair share of sales tax revenue. From 2003 to 2017, the amount of annual sales tax revenue received by the Town of Glenville grew by only $275,000 - a total increase of only 11% over 1 4 years. During that same time frame, Schenectady County increased its own sales tax revenue by 83%, from $37 million to $68 million per year. Glenville, like the other towns and villages in the county, has been forced to make due with basically flat sales tax revenue for a decade and a half while watching the county government consume an extra $31 million in annual sales tax revenue. This is grossly unfair to our residents. Working with the Town Board, I will continue to press on this important issue until Schenectady County legislators agree to provide Glenville, and all towns and villages, with our fair share of sales tax revenue. This tentative 2019 budget is fiscally sound, operationally effective, and fair to all. We will again stay within the tax cap, invest in our community, and make significant progress in creating a long-term, sustainable economic base for town residents. I offer my thanks to the Town Board, the Town Comptroller, the Highway Superintendent, department heads, our employee unions, and the entire town staff for their hard work on this budget and for helping this Town Board create and maintain a fiscally strong foundation for the people of Glenville. For more information of the budget, please visit townofglenville.org.
• Adding additional staff to meet our growing needs. The 2019 budget funds a new full-time Highway laborer position, a new year-round parttime Parks laborer position, and a new police officer position for inclusion in the July police training academy. The budget also increases the hours for the Deputy Town Clerk position to 25 hours per week. •Adding dedicated grant writer/grant administrator services. As the Town’s needs have grown while our sales tax revenues have remained flat, we have become increasingly active in applying for grants and have been successful in being awarded many large grants. These grants, however, come with a significant amount of reporting and
Get your Glenville 2020 sticker at Town Hall. Show your pride in the town’s 200th anniversary in 2020. You can purchase the stickers in the Town Clerk’s Office for just $3. Proceeds benefit the 2020 Celebration. More information at glenville2020.com.
Some noteworthy items in the 2019 budget include:
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From the Assessor Changes to the Enhanced STAR program Starting this fall, NYS has mandated that all recipients of the Enhanced STAR Exemption are required to enroll in the Income Verification Program (IVP). Previously, this was optional. The IVP registration forms will be included with the Enhanced STAR renewal applications which will be mailed out within the next 6-8 weeks. The requirement that all recipients of the Enhanced STAR Exemption be enrolled in the Income Verification Program (IVP) ALSO applies to recipients of the Low Income Senior Citizen (aged) exemption. Previously, only one renewal application was required as the law was written to allow those who qualified for the low income senior exemption to automatically qualify for the Enhanced STAR exemption with no further paperwork required. Starting this fall, in addition to the renewal application for the low income senior citizen exemption, an application for enhanced STAR and for the IVP will be required. All forms will be sent together when the renewal applications are mailed. To summarize, for enhanced STAR exemption only, there will be two forms required (the enhanced STAR renewal form and the Income Verification Program registration form). For low income senior citizen exemption, there will be three forms required(the Low Income Senior Citizen, or aged, renewal form, the enhanced STAR renewal form, and the Income Verification Program registration form). Look for the renewal applications in your mailbox within the next 6-8 weeks. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please feel free to call our office.
Glenville Police Department Update Glenville Police are urging motorists to be aware of stopped school buses as we begin the 2018/2019 school year. We will be conducting several unmarked police car trailing details within the next several weeks. While following local school buses on their routes, offenders will be stopped and ticketed for passing the stopped school bus with its red flashing lights activated. As most of the community is now aware, we have experienced several high-speed crashes in the town over the past month or so. Vehicle crashes that have resulted in serious injuries and death. Aggressive driving and speed were the contributing causes of these crashes. We ask that you obey the speed limit, avoid distractions while driving and educating young drivers about the dangers of speeding. With the holiday season fast approaching we want to once again advise our residents to secure their vehicles when they are out shopping. Avoid leaving wallets and pocket books in plain view and regularly check your banking statements to assure that credit and debit cards have not been compromised. Glenville Police have participated in the national Drug Enforcement Agency “Drug Take-back Day” since its inception. We will have a police representative here at the police station on Saturday, October 27, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. please bring any prescription or over the counter drug to the event for disposal. Finally, we are happy to announce that our new officer, Matthew Glass is doing extremely well at the Zone 5 Law Enforcement Academy. We expect to see him graduate in December and join our road patrol as our twenty-third officer.
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Be Like a Tree and “Leave!” There has been a lot of hustle and bustle over the last few months. People so busy with, well just busyness it seems as though the last few months have flown by. Summer’s adventures have drifted away. The kids are back to school and the routines start again. Its’ been exhausting! As you know my kitchen window faces the back yard. There it stands, the old apple tree. Still conjuring up memories of days gone by. The puddle of water that lay near the base of the tree filled with dinosaurs and army guys; just tryin’ to get to the other side with the help of a boy in rain boots. The swing set that squeaked each time the boy took a pass on it was shaded by the gnarly limbs and blossoms of fruit. It has been 20 years now that it has graced our home. All those years staying strong. Wondering if it did this just for us. Each year it grew and expanded its shade. Fruit weighing down the branches so we could easily reach them. That old tree must be exhausted. Have you ever been exhausted? Extending yourself so far that you feel like your limbs are dragging on the ground. Are we getting too caught up in doing that we don’t get a chance to rest. Medically speaking; when we sleep, not just sleep but really get into that deep REM sleep, our brain recovers. It can clear toxins that are created while we are awake. This rest is essential to our well being just as much as food and water. The old tree knows this. That old tree is ready to rest. It waits quietly for the air to change and sun to move. It is looking forward to a deep sleep. It readies its self by conserving its energy. The leaves start to “die” off and it repairs their place with a protective coat. Allowing the energy of the tree to go inward to the core and roots. Nurturing it from the inside. The cool breezes and falling leaves might be telling you to do the same. Shed those things that may be depleting your energy. Take a deep breath and cover yourself with a protective blanket. Feel the energy circulating inward through your body. Become rooted again. Regroup and rest. And be like a tree and “leave!” As always I wish you peace, joy and a deep sleep...Zzzz Pattie Rakvica, Nutritional Therapist rakvicahealth@gmail.com
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Icons of Modern Dance Choreography The term “icon” is used to designate someone or something as a symbol of particular importance in a specific genre or period of history. In the world of modern dance, certain choreographers are considered icons due to their creation of innovative forms of movement that influenced the discipline and broke new ground for those who came after them. MARTHA GRAHAM: “APPALACHIAN SPRING” In 1942, Martha Graham commissioned Aaron Copeland to write the music for a ballet with an American theme. The storyline of “Appalachian Spring” centers around the spring celebration of American pioneers in the 19th century. In the course of the ballet, Graham reveals the inner lives of the four principal characters – wife, husband, pioneer woman, and preacher. Graham shows the couple facing a future that will not be perfect, but also draws on private and shared emotions that will be brought to any challenges. The power of Graham’s dance imagery broadens the particular story into a parable about American challenge. The traditions of ballet are interwoven with Graham’s own emphasis on strong core movement. The use of contractions, now a staple in modern choreography, was epitomized by Martha Graham in this iconic ballet.
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ALVIN AILEY: “REVELATIONS” Alvin Ailey was a student of Martha Graham who took her movement heritage into new directions. Using Africa-American spirituals, song sermons, and gospel music, Ailey’s “Revelation” work explores deep grief and holy joy. The use of black cultural heritage – sometimes sorrowful, sometimes resplendent, always hopeful – is the reason this epic work is one of America’s richest distinct treasures. Since its premiere in 1960, the ballet has been performed continuously around the globe, transcending barriers of race, nationality, and religion, appealing to universal emotions instead. “Revelations” is the most widely seen modern dance work in the world. PILOBULOS: “UNTITLED” Formed in 1971 by a group of Dartmouth students, Pilobulos (the name was derived from a fungus that grows on cow dung and propels itself with extraordinary strength, speed, and accuracy) has brought unique and gravity-defying choreography into the world of modern dance. Choreographers from this group have showcased work in such diverse venues as Oprah and the Olympics, paving the way for troupes such as Blue Man Group and Cirque du Soleil. “Untitled,” a 1975 piece, contains startling gymnastic dexterity with elements of theatrical story and design. The work involves two women who rise to twice their height, then subside from towering perspective back to normal. “Untitled” is a magical shape-play and illusion work that offers social commentary based on gender nuance. In typical Pilobulos style, it has strong elements of physical interaction between the bodies of dancers and exaggerates the human form, all requiring extreme strength, flexibility, and athleticism. This approach breaks new ground in the concept of choreography as it constantly bumps bodies into close physical contact Check out videos of these works on YouTube and you will understand why these choreographers and their respective pieces are considered iconographic. Modern Dance with Ginny Martin and Dana Yager is now enrolling for the 2018-2019 dance season. Classes available for 4 years through adult and are in Glenville, NY. Please contact Dana Yager for more information.
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The Funeral Procession
The tradition of funeral processions is a long and rich one, going all the way back to the ancient Egyptians. The person in charge of transporting the deceased to his/her final resting place was called a “kher-heb,” which means a priest. The deceased was, of course, a mummy, who was typically placed upon a sledge pulled either by men or oxen. Included in the procession were family, servants and professional mourners. Over the centuries and across cultures, the traditions of and reasons for the funeral procession have remained virtually the same, even though the modes of transportation have changed. The modern funeral procession consists of a lead car, usually the hearse, followed by immediate family, relatives and friends of the deceased. In a 2016 blog post, a member of the clergy, Rev. Cindy Maddox, described the purpose of the funeral procession in a far more poignant manner than I could possibly express, and I’d like to share it with you now: “A funeral procession is not about getting to the cemetery at the same time. A funeral procession is a chain of connection, a visible sign of the invisible bond of grief.” For those in the midst of their grief, a funeral procession represents a final bonding moment for mourners to collectively honor their loved one as he or she makes one last journey in the company of family and friends. In today’s frenetic and busy world, with people rushing here and there, a funeral procession is often the last thing a person wants to encounter on the way to school, work, or doctor appointment. How many times have you witnessed someone cutting in the middle of a funeral procession, or blocking the way, preventing that chain of grief from staying connected as they bring their departed one to a final resting place? Perhaps you have even broken that chain yourself, in your haste to get somewhere or even just by honest mistake. At Townley & Wheeler we take every step to make certain that the procession is identified and protected. Our professional vehicles are equipped with strobe lights and roof flashers and we cautiously approach intersections and command the attention of other vehicles who would ordinarily interrupt our chain. All family vehicles are adorned with colored flags and the vehicles use high beams and flashers as extra precaution. Once the lead vehicle and the hearse have passed through an intersection, the rest of the cars may also go through without stopping, but with extreme caution. Safety is paramount. So, if you get cut off from the procession, do not worry. The lead vehicle will take it slow and wait for you to get caught up. If you encounter cars with mourners, be patient and polite. Remember how important the procession is for the survivors. If you are a witness to their ritual, it is only proper to yield to their passing, pause to reflect, acknowledge their journey with an outward sign of peace, and recall these words from Reverend Maddox:
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“To the grieving, it is inconceivable that the world keeps going when their world has stopped. And, if their grief doesn’t stop the world, at least it should stop traffic.” We hope you find these articles helpful. If you need additional information, please contact us for a complimentary copy of Townley & Wheeler Funeral Home’s Pre-Planning and Bereavement Guide. This informative booklet contains useful information covering everything you need to know about planning your final arrangements in advance, as well as how to cope with the loss of a loved one. Please call us today at 518-399-5022 or email us, townleywheelerFH@gmail.com to request your copy. We hope you find these articles helpful and informative. Our goal is to answers those difficult and sometimes painful questions that many people find hard to ask. We welcome your comments and additional questions. Please feel free to call our office any time or email us with comments, questions or requests for additional help. Remember, our goal is to be a trusted resource for the members of this wonderful community. Kathleen A. Sanvidge is a licensed funeral director and proud owner of Townley & Wheeler Funeral Home, 21 Midline Road, Ballston Lake, NY. She is also the only funeral director in NYS to be certified through the Women Business Enterprise. Kathleen has been proudly serving residents in the Capital Region for more than 25 years.
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The Truth About Antibiotics and Why They May KEEP You Sick Soon comes the time of year when many people find themselves challenged with upper respiratory infections. The symptoms associated with the clearing of these infections can last several weeks and can be very challenging. Many people eventually end up going to see their family medical doctor and most end up taking antibiotics even though the doctor never performs a culture to verify if the infection is viral or bacterial. You may not know it, but the “Physician’s Desk Reference” clearly states that antibiotics should not be prescribed unless a culture reveals the presence of a bacterial infection. Just last year several practice members have come in and told me they were taking antibiotics without a culture being done. One of these people told me that her doctor must have guessed right because she was definitely feeling better since she had started taking the antibiotic. Her fever had diminished, her coughing had decreased and her energy had begun to return within 2 days of starting the medicine. Many people make this mistake of believing that because symptoms begin to disappear when taking a medicine that the medicine is the reason they are feeling better and that they are on their way to a “cure.” You must understand that when you begin to see symptoms, it is really your body beginning to CLEAR the infection - the infection had already taken hold. Once symptoms appear, it means that your body has identified a problem and is taking steps to eliminate a
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problem. Now, let’s say your body is in full swing eliminating a virus. You have all the signs and symptoms – fever, headache, chills, lethargy, runny nose, cough, etc. Then you introduce an antibiotic – a powerful drug whose name literally means “against-life” – into your body. But you do NOT have a bacterial infection for this antibiotic to work on – only a viral infection, upon which antibiotics have no effect whatsoever. Ask yourself which of these two – a virus or a chemical poison – is a more immediate threat to your well-being. The answer of course is that the antibiotic is a more urgent problem. As such, your body immediately takes steps to eliminate the poison (antibiotic). One of the things that the body’s Innate Intelligence does in order to accomplish this is to temporarily stop trying so hard to eliminate the virus. As a result, your symptoms begin to go away! Unfortunately, many misinterpret this as a sign that the antibiotic is making you “well.” Don’t get me wrong – I am not saying you should never take an antibiotic. I am simply saying that all of the proper protocols must be followed in order to avoid doing more harm than good to your body, and our society. Numerous articles are being written on the “superbugs” we have created and are continuing to create due to the improper use of antibiotics. Finally, realize that flies don’t cause garbage! You wouldn’t look at a pile of garbage and complain that the flies caused it! Flies can only live and thrive in an environment that is favorable for them to do so. Your body is normally strong and resistant to most outside stresses including viruses and bacteria. If an infection has occurred in your body, it means that some process has been gradually changing your normally healthy and resistant environment into something more favorable for some critter to come calling and set up house. Make sure to begin living a health-creating lifestyle right away including creating a peaceful environment, laughing as much as possible, deep breathing, lots of clean water, a high energy diet and a balance of movement and rest – including enough sleep and exercise. Last, but certainly not least, make sure you get your nerve system checked regularly by your chiropractor to ensure that you are functioning at your best. Special thanks to Kevin Donka, DC Now Accepting New Patients! Call, text or email Dr. Amy today to reserve your first appointment! (518) 399-3810 or chiropractor@thriveglenville.com 353 Saratoga Rd. Glenville, NY 12302 518-399-3810 www.thriveglenville.com
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There is music in every person, it’s the teacher’s job to find it
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Offering lessons in Piano, Keyboard, Guitar, Bass, Banjo, Mandolin, Violin, Fiddle, Clarinet, Saxophones, Trombone, Tuba, Trumpet, Drums and Voice.
All of our teachers have Bachelors or Master degrees in music, with years of teaching and performance experience. Visit us on YouTube for a sampling of our teachers and talents. Lessons are given throughout store hours, but primarily after school and work schedules.
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Dinner and Cash Bar Live Music Silent Auction Valet Parking Featuring the LaSalle Institute JROTC Cadets and the Joey Thomas Big Band Tickets go on sale Monday, September 3, 2018 For more information and to purchase tickets go to: www.veterans-ball.info or feel free to contact Janet by email at jaxton@vchcny.org or at (518) 885-0091
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Four Reasons Why Estate Planning Isn’t Just for the Wealthy Estate planning is not only for the ultra-rich. Recent polls conducted by AARP, Gallup and Caring, conclude similarly that more than half of all Americans do not have a will and significantly fewer have a comprehensive estate plan. It also appears that in recent years, the number of persons engaging in estate planning has decreased. When it comes to estate planning, the sooner you start the better. Below are four reasons why everyone - no matter what income or wealth level - can benefit from a comprehensive estate plan: 1. Forward Thinking Family Goals: What are your goals? Caring for a minor child, an elderly parent, or a disabled relative? Distributing property to individuals who will most appreciate and best care for these assets? Understanding your family’s wants and needs for the future is a great starting point for any estate plan. If you can sit down and spend time planning your vacation, you can do the same for your estate. Your future self and your loved ones will thank you. 2. Financial Confidence Now and Later: The immediate benefit of having a finished estate plan in place is peace of mind that you have better control of your finances, both now and in an uncertain future. Some may also experience the personal benefit of increased financial control with careful planning. There is peace of mind in an estate plan that allows you to dictate exactly how and when, or under what conditions, your heirs receive an inheritance. This is particularly important for minors, the disabled or family members who need additional guidance. 3. Identify Risks: An important aspect of a good estate plan is to mitigate current and future risks. For example, becoming disabled and unable to work to support your family or dying early. Another risk is the high cost of long-term care, typically not covered by Medicare or health insurance. Through an estate plan, you can maintain greater control over your personal assets. While contemplating these risks is never fun, preparing ahead of time can provide assistance and guidance when tragedy occurs. 4. To Maintain Your Privacy: If a court needs to step in to allow access to and direct the legal process by which a deceased person’s assets are administered, the Court keeps a record of the assets under management in the estate. If real estate is owned in two states, then each state will have a separate Court proceeding. A solid estate plan should generally avoid the need for involvement by the court, maintain your family’s privacy, protect against risks and reduce costs. The Bottom Line Seek Professional Advice: There are numerous benefits to working with a professional team when it comes to estate planning. Elder law attorneys, financial advisors, CPAs and insurance agents have a broader and deeper knowledge of money management, financial implications, and the law. When you work with a qualified team to implement an estate plan you can rest easy knowing your family will be taken care of no matter what happens in the future.
Pickle Ball at the Glenville Y You may have heard about Pickleball, or have seen it played at your local Y, but what is it? Well, it is sort of like tennis, but on a smaller scale. It has been a hit with the older community as it is a fun, fast-paced, yet low-impact workout! However, why should you get started? It is a fun way to get healthy. Playing Pickleball, like other forms of exercise, can lower blood pressure, reduce stress, increase flexibility, and lead to a better, healthier you. However, unlike walking on the treadmill or using other machines in the wellness center, this socially oriented game keeps you engaged from beginning to end! It is easy to learn. People of all levels play because it is easy to learn. It is sort of like tennis, squash, and racquetball mixed into one! If you know the rules to those games, you will pick up Pickleball quickly. It is portable. While we are set up at the Y for Pickleball, it is easy to break down and take with you. You can take it on vacation or to a friend’s house! You play on a small court. You can fit 2-3 Pickleball games onto a single tennis court. Therefore, you do not have to worry about running all over the place! It is competitive. Participating in competitive sports is good for the soul. It encourages you to push a little harder and work a little more each time! It is not about power or strength. Unlike tennis, you do not have to be the youngest or strongest person on the court. Pickleball is more about patience and strategy than it is about strength. Anyone can play. While the sport is more popular within the senior community, it is a great game for people of all ages! It is social. Not only do you get to socialize on the court, but also friendships extend beyond the court!
Want to try Pickleball? Stop in to the Glenville Y! Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1:30pm Together, we’re building a stronger Glenville. If you would like to join us and make your donation or to learn more about swim lessons, please contact me. Capital District YMCA - Glenville Branch 127 Droms Rd, Scotia, NY 12302 • 518-399-8118 Donna Gigone, Executive Director at dgigone@cdymca.org or go directly to www.cdymca.org. Thank you! Better Together
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We have a huge selection of vehicles staring at $2500 Our reputation has allowed us to be in business for over 25 years on Freemans Bridge Rd. You will be proud when you drive off our lot in your new clean car!
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what’s Recipes with wiggle room
Tortilla Chicken Bean Soup
Autumn Stew
• 1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken with rice soup, undiluted • 1-1/3 cups water • 1 cup salsa • 1 cup canned pinto beans, rinsed and drained • 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained • 1 cup frozen corn • 1 cup frozen diced cooked chicken, thawed • 1 teaspoon ground cumin • Crushed tortilla chips, shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided • 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes • 2 tablespoons canola oil • 2 tablespoons butter • 1 large onion, chopped • 2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced • 3 medium carrots, thinly sliced • 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced • 4 cups water • 1 to 2 bay leaves • 1 to 2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules • 1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme • 3 cups cubed peeled pumpkin 1. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add meat, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. In a Dutch oven, brown meat in oil and butter. 2. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the carrots, celery, water, bay leaves, bouillon, thyme and remaining pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/4 hours. 3. Stir in pumpkin. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until meat and pumpkin are tender. Discard bay leaves. Inspired by an old recipe originally published as Pumpkin Stew in Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook
Pizza Meat Loaf Cups • 1 large egg, lightly beaten • 1/2 cup pizza sauce • 1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning • 1-1/2 pounds ground beef • 1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese • Additional pizza sauce and basil leaves, optional 1. Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, mix first four ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Divide into 12 portions; press each onto the bottom and up sides of a greased muffin cup. Add cheese to centers. 2. Bake until meat is cooked through, 15-18 minutes. If desired, top with additional sauce and basil before serving. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat loaves in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwavesafe dish until heated through. Originally published as Pizza Meat Loaf Cups in Quick Cooking
1. In a large saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients. Cook over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes or until heated through. Serve with tortilla chips, cheese and sour cream. Originally published as Mexican Tortilla Soup in Simple & Delicious Wiggle Room: you can substitute pinto beans in red chili sauce for the regular pinto beans and cumin called for in the recipe. Of course top with cheese or sour cream if desired
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Wiggle Room: Go vegetarian! Leave out the meat (substitute with chunks of potatoes) and use vegetable broth.
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Third WIN of the Season On Saturday, September, 15 the Your Hometowne sponsored #1M of Mark Mortensen won his third feature of the 2018 season at his home track, the “Track of Champions” Fonda Speedway. For Mortensen it was the 21st of his career at Fonda in the division, which is currently second on the all-time win list at Fonda. The 25-lap sportsman feature began with AJ Filbeck and Brian Calabrese on the front row with Filbeck the early race leader. Third place starter Mortensen was the second place car on the opening lap and immediately began to pressure Filbeck for the race lead. Coming out of turn four on lap three, Mortensen was able to get around Filbeck for the lead on the outside groove and immediately stretched out his advantage from the second place car. On the restart, fifth place starter Jeremiah Munson was moving to the front quickly during the first few laps of the event, taking the second position away from Filbeck on lap nine with Mortensen now out to a straightaway advantage in the Mortensen Motorsports #1M. Without the benefit of another caution, Munson closed in slightly on Mortensen when the leader was slowed by lap traffic but never got close enough to mount a challenge with Mortensen going on to his third win of the season. Ironically, Mortensen was the winner of the event on Benjamin Moore Paints Night, who have been a sponsor on Mortensen’s car for many years. “The car was on rails tonight,” Mortensen said in victory lane. “We tried some new stuff on it tonight and spent some extra time in the
garage scaling the car, setting it up this week, and going over it thoroughly. I need to thank my crew, my family, all of my sponsors, Dave (Constantino) and the guys at DKM Fabrication for all of their help.” With the 2018, racing season now complete at the Fonda Speedway, car owner of the #1M Bonnie Mortensen and her son and driver Mark would like to thank the following sponsors for their support this season: Jumpin’ Jack’s Drive-In of Scotia; Socha Plaza; Benjamin Moore Paints; Dyntek Team Lachant; Village Paint and Decorating of Scotia; Countryside Stove & Chimney of Burnt Hills; 1st National Bank of Scotia; Your Hometowne Paper; Napa Schenectady Truck & Auto Supply; Howard Mack, Esquire; Bill Terry; Jay Crouse & Margaret; Jeremy McGaffin’s Show Stopper Designs & Photography; Gloria Lockhart; Ed Krzysko; Gabriele’s Supermarket of Scotia; Adirondack Feed Center of Amsterdam; Riverside Pizza of Amsterdam; Bill McGaffin Photography; Gibbons Military Motors Scotia, NY; Bonded Roofing of Scotia; Meridian Construction Co of Scotia; BC Designs; Bobco Video; B&H Auto; R3 Graphics & Signworks; The Stop ALD Foundation Dawson Koehler; Amped Up; Todd Zanella’s Market Hill Service & Auto Sales of Amsterdam; Chris Kelley Carpentry of Galway; Lenny Weiss Construction of Galway; and Make A Wish For more information about the Mortensen Motorsports #1M Racing Team you can go to their website www.markmortensen1m.com and you can also like them on Facebook.
Silent Auction • Bake Sale & Concession Stand Raffle • Chili Cook Off Music provided by Maddalone Entertainment’s DJ Nick General Admission $3.00 (12 and under is Free) Chili Cooks, Silent Auction Donations, Sponsors & to be a Volunteer, please contact: Terra Maddalone-Ristau (518) 429-9097 Terra@mtcaf.org
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Fit40 & Beyond is your fitness studio for personal and small group training. We specialize in individual training plans for our clients. Whether you desire a one-on-one training experience, or the community of a small group, your fitness plan is individual to your needs. Our training programs are supported by indoor cycling and HIIT classes, which are included with your membership. Here is what our customers have to say; “Before joining Fit 40 and Beyond, my workouts were kind of lame. I tried to get fit on my own by using my treadmill and workout videos, but I was inconsistent and didn’t exert my best efforts and became increasingly discouraged with my fitness.” “Since joining Fit 40 and Beyond, my workouts have drastically changed for the better. Martha has fine tuned my workouts monthly to help me achieve my fitness and weight loss goals. I enjoy the weight training sessions and appreciate the personal attention I receive to ensure the movements I perform give me the best results and injury prevention.” “To my surprise I have lost inches in all areas and have gained strength and muscle tone throughout my body. I definitely look better than before! I was impressed by Martha’s professional expertise and vast knowledge of physiology, health, nutrition and fitness training.” “I never thought I would step foot in a “gym” again, but my experience at Fit 40 has totally changed my attitude! It’s a very comfortable place to workout and I love the personal and group training sessions, as well as the spin classes. If you are experiencing weight gain and lack a regular exercise routine and want to remain as strong and youthful as possible, I highly recommend you give Fit 40 a try. Being a part of this amazing fitness studio is a win-win experience!” Sincerely Maureen
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Saturday, October 27th • 10am to 4 pm
Join us at our first annual Harvest Fest! There will be crafters and vendors outside in addition to all of our crafters that we have featured in the store! Free cup of Cider and a Cider Donut for All! Raffle table, with proceeds going to The Logan Strong Foundation. Trick or Treating for the kids!
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Wild Bird Feeding Nothing livens up a cold winter day like wild birds flitting and darting to and from your bird feeder. Winter is just around the corner and it’s time to get our bird feeding stations ready. If you’re going to give bird feeding a try for the first time, the first thing you’ll need is a bird feeder. To get the most enjoyment out of wild bird feeding make sure you invest in a good bird feeder. It is better to buy a good one that the squirrels can’t destroy than to keep replacing cheaper ones...in the long run a good feeder is less expensive and you also get the satisfaction of watching squirrels slide off the feeder without getting a snack. For those of us that already own a bird feeder, now is the time to get it all cleaned up for the season. This is why you shoud get a feeder that disassembles easily. Mine comes apart with just four small screws. We need to keep the feeders clean to keep the birds healthy. In the wild bird, diseases can’t spread easily from bird to bird since the food is spread all around and the birds have little common contact. The feeder attracts all the birds to only a few feeding ports so it is important to keep those ports clean. They are all eating from the same plate so to speak so is best to keep that plate clean. After the feeder is apart, wash it in very hot soapy water. Pay close attention to the inside and outside of the feeding port since this is where diseases can be spread from bird to bird. An old toothbrush can come in handy. After it is clean, soak all the feeder’s parts in a
mix of 1 parts chlorine bleach to 10 part water. This will kill any germs. Let it dry thoroughly and reassemble. Now you’re all set to fill it up. To endure such unrelenting cold, winter birds need to stay active. Calories and protein fuel this activity. The trick to attracting birds is to provide calories and protein in forms that they prefer. Black Oil Sunflower is higher in calories per pound than Grey Striped Sunflower. Black oil sunflower is grown almost exclusively for wild bird feeding. I’ve found that the smaller black oil sunflower kernels are more easily handled by chickadees and other small birds. Birdseed is most often purchased in a blend. There are dozens of blends on the market. Usually the one with the cutest name or prettiest bag is the most popular. Be aware that many blends contain “filler” seeds that no birds eat. The most common “filler” seeds are red millet and milo. Their red color increases their “eye appeal” to the humans that buy it. Some “economical” blends can contain 50% or more filler seed. This means that you’ll spend less each time you buy a bag but end up buying more bags over the course of the winter. I like to mix the premium seed blends with an equal amount of Black Oil Sunflower since birds will pick through the blend to get the extra sunflower seed (which is their favorite by far). Blended together premium blends and Black Sunflower appeal to every bird with no wasteful red filler seeds. So clean up and fill up the feeders now to start enjoying the show. Thanks for the read. Peter Bowden • pbowden2@nycap.rr.com
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