SALISBURY BENEFIT RAISES $3,000 Greg Whitney, chairman of the Salisbury Family benefit spaghetti dinner announced this week that the total raised for the family is $3,000. “It was a remarkable outpouring of support for this burned out family.” St. Timothy’s was filled up and served over 180 dinners. Funds were also raised through a 50/50 and merchandise raffles. Whitney said there were so many people pulling together, I want to thank all those involved, including Carol’s Pizza, King Entertainment, Bucket & Barb, Pawling Avenue Florists, and The Advertiser. Many members of St. Timothy’s, in addition to working the dinner, also contributed items, including, sauce, pasta, salad fixings, drinks, and all the homemade desserts. Whitney concluded, “This was truly a community event and I want to thank everyone.”
TVHS WINS TWO NATIONAL COMMUNICATION AWARDS For the third time in as many years, Tech Valley High School has earned national recognition for its communication efforts. Later this month, the school will receive two awards from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). NSPRA is honoring TVHS with an award of merit for the school’s website and an award of merit for the Tech Valley High School This Week e-news publication. The awards are the second highest recognition the association bestows on schools and school communication personnel. The enews is distributed weekly during the school year to more than 1,000 supporters, educators and parents of students at TVHS. Anyone interested in receiving future editions of the e-news should email Tech Valley High School Communications Coordinator Mike McCagg at mmccagg@techvalleyhigh.org. The awards will be officially presented in mid-July at the organization’s national conference in Chicago. McCagg, in conjunction with his colleagues at Capital Region BOCES Communications Service, produce all of Tech Valley High School’s communications products.
It’s been a while since my last report, and I’m happy to announce that things are well under the leadership of our new supervisor Al Spain. The summer season brings many exciting events to North Greenbush. The Town Beach with a new snack bar is no longer “the best kept secret” in Rensselaer County. Our summer camp has opened to rave reviews. To provide your children with an inexpensive, fun-filled summer, call the youth department @ 283-2795 – it’s not too late to register. On the sports front, we have the Valley Cats, fresh off an 11 game winning streak, in full swing. Twin Town L.L. begins all star play this week and congratulations to Classie Lassie’s 10 & under “Inferno” team that captured the ASA NY State championship. The North Greenbush Youth Committee – with a big thank you to Mike Miner and Supervisor Spain - is proud to announce our 2012 Summer Concert Series held on Sunday Evenings from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Gazebo behind Town Hall. Opening up the Concert Series once again are perennial favorites, The McKrells, on July 15th, bringing their unique music and humor back to our stage. On July 22nd, NYS Country Music Hall of Fame member Whitewater returns to the North Greenbush stage. The Tichy Boys make their North Greenbush debut on July 29th. Rockabilly fans have a chance to see the #1 Father-Son Rockabilly band in the country when John Tichy (former lead guitarist for Commander Cody) and his son Graham take to our stage. Do not miss your opportunity to see Flame on August 5th. A group of musicians with developmental/physical disabilities, Fame, is capturing the world’s attention. They have inspired many while touring the US / Europe, appearing on Good Morning America, and in People magazine. On August 12, Aged in the Hills returns to the North Greenbush stage. For over 30 years, they have brought their mix of Country, Cajun, and Irish music to venues throughout the Northeast. These concerts are fully funded by our sponsors: North Greenbush IDA, County Legislators Phil Danaher, Mike Cristo, Leon Fiaco, Lou Desso, Nichi’s Restaurant, Beverage Mart, Paolo Lombardi’s, Big Dipper, La Bellas, Town Justice Megan Malone, MAC Equipment, and Kokosa Oil. These events have been a tremendous success providing a safe family atmosphere where our community can join together with family and friends for fun and relaxation. Hope to see you there.
EVENTS AT RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY • Craft Time is every Tuesday at 2 PM in the summer. Sign up for one or all- ages 5-12. • Story-time is every Thursday at 11 am in the summer. Drop in, ages 2-6. • Computer Safety for Parents- Wednesday, July 25, at 6:30 PM Interested in starting a Facebook account or wondering what the fuss is about? Come to our class! Must have basic knowledge of using a computer mouse. Please sign up, space is limited. • Zombie Night!- Friday, July 27, from 6-8 PM. Join us after hours… if you dare! There’s zombies in the library! Make a zombie movie. Ages 12 and up, sign up is required without exception. Pizza and zombie themed snacks served. • Polymer Clay Figurines- Wednesday, July 18, at 6:30 PM. Work with Sandra to make a cool character. Ages 10 and upplease sign up. • Star Wars Day- Saturday, July 14, from 11-2. Celebrate all things Star Wars with games, crafts, give-aways, food and fun! • Polymer Clay Photo Frames- Saturday, July 21, at 1 PM. Work with Sandra on making a special memento of your summer. Sign up required, ages 5 and up. • Dream Pillow Craft with Tang Museum- Wednesday, July 25, at 2 PM. Make an art project with the Tang Museum. Sign up required, ages 6 and up. The Library is located across from the Amtrak parking lot on East Street in Rensselaer. For more information, log on to www.rensselaerlibrary.org or call 462-1193.
MYSTERIOUS BATS: Thursday, July 12, at 2pm, learn about these mysterious creatures of the night through songs, sounds exhibits and a craft. (Ages 6-12; sign-up required.) THAI STRING CREATURES: Wednesday, July 18, at 2pm, make your own Thai string creature, a handmade toy doll made from colored string. Creepy, funny or cute—it’s whatever you make it. (Ages 9-13; sign-up required.) LET’S DRUM: Monday, July 23, at 2 pm, learn some rhythm basics and make some noise! Ages 10 and up. MOVIE: Enjoy “Puss in Boots” (PG) Wednesday, July 25, at 6:30pm. Popcorn and beverages provided. CAKE POPS: Thursday, July 26, at 2pm, decorate cake pops (small cupcakes on sticks) and eat them! (Ages 6 and up.) Sign-up required. READING WITH MAX: Tuesdays at 11am, young Max would like to read to our pre-readers. Call for availabi lity. STORYTIME: Thursdays at 11:15am through Aug. 16, preschoolers and kindergarteners can enjoy stories and a craft with Miss MaryMargaret. TUSCANY TRIP: Deadline is July 27. See noreenyost.com for more information. HOURS & LOCATION: Mon.-Thurs. 11am-8pm, Fri. 11am-6pm, Sat. 11am-4pm, Sun. 1-4pm. Closed Sundays June-Sept. Located behind Town Hall at the intersection of 66 and 43. Phone: 674-5050. Web: sandlaketownlibrary.org
GRAFTON PRESENTS...THE ARTS AND CRAFTS OF THE SHAKERS The Grafton Community Library is sponsoring a free program in conjunction with the Grafton Historical Society’s regular meeting at the Everett Wagar Senior Center on Wednesday, July 18th, at 7:00 PM. Everyone is invited to attend. Guest speaker is Todd Burdick, the Director of Interpretation and Public Programs at Hancock Shaker Village in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. He will present a lecture, demonstration, and exhibit of the arts and crafts of the Shakers, including the iconic oval box. The values of simplicity in design and quality craftsmanship embraced by the Shakers will be explored. Burdick is a graduate of Vassar College and earned his MA in Public History at SUNY at Albany. Hancock Shaker Village is a designated National Historic Landmark and accredited by the American Association of Museums. The collection includes Shaker furniture, art, objects, tools, and textiles, along with eighteen significant historic buildings on the grounds. This project is made possible in part through a Community Art$ Grant, a program funded by The Arts Center of the Capital Region through the New York State Council on the Arts, a state agency. For more news of activi ties at the library, visit www.graftoncommunitylibrary.org and Facebook, or call 2790580. Contact the historical society at historicgrafton@aol.com or (518) 641-9660.
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