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Sunday Brunch - Sunday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm $9.95 per person - $5.95 kids 10 and under

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Bacon, Ham, Sausage, Home Fried Potatoes, Baked Macaroni and Cheese, Beef Tips Burgundy, Assorted Breads and Pastries, Waffles Cooked to Order with Various Toppings. Free Glass of Champagne after 12:00. Coffee, Tea and Juice included

“A Taste of Italy” - Wednesday 4:30 pm -8:30 pm $10.95 per person - $5.95 kids 10 and under

Featuring: Pasta Station with Assorted Pastas, Meats, Vegetables, and Sauces Assembled

to Order, Lasagna, Homemade Italian Meatballs, Pasta Prima Vera, Linguini & Clams, Zuppa del Giorno, Tossed Salad, Assorted Desserts and Pastries, Assorted Rolls and Breads.

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Notes from the Supervisor’s Office

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elcome to Fall in Guilderland, New York. Cooling weather, the routine of a new school year, falling leaves, and shortening days signal the change of seasons that makes our area so interesting to live in.

Guilderland’s annual leaf pick-up program begins in October, commencing on Monday, October 19. Town Highway Department trucks will circulate through our residential neighborhoods to help with residents’ fall cleanup activities.

We ask that everyone cooperate with our hard-working crews by following some simple guidelines. Please place only leaves and pine needles at the edge of the pavement in the areas where leaf vacuuming is done, or place bagged leaves at the roadside in those areas where the vacuum cannot operate. We also ask that everyone be mindful of safety.

Please do not create a hazard for others by making leaf piles too high, or by situating them in a spot where they could potentially limit the vision of cyclists, drivers, and pedestrians.

Specific leaf pickup dates for different streets are listed in the “Guilderland TowNews” newsletter that was mailed to Guilderland households in early September. The leaf pickup schedule is also available on the Town website, www.townofguilderland.org. If you have any questions about the program, please call the Guilderland Highway Department at 861-5108.

We are working hard on Guilderland’s Town budget for 2011. These are challenging times at the national, state, and local levels, and we are working hard to maintain a high level of Town services without increasing Guilderland’s Town tax rate. The Supervisor’s Preliminary Budget was made public on September 30, and budget workshops are scheduled to be held at Town Hall on October 14 and 28. The Preliminary Budget is available online at the Town website, and may also be viewed at the Town Clerk’s office. A Final Budget will be discussed and voted on by the Town Board at its meeting on November 4.

The Sixth Annual Guilderland Police Department Halloween Extravaganza will be held on the evening of Saturday, October 30 at Guilderland Town Hall. This family-friendly event is targeted primarily at pre-schoolers and primary grade children, but all are welcome. The event will feature a Halloween Puppet Safety Show in the Town Board Room, digital fingerprinting, games, and refreshments in the building lobby, and the ever-popular “Haunted Courtyard” on the lawn in front of Town Hall. Costumes- the more creative the better- are welcome on guests of all ages. I’d like to thank all the volunteers from our public safety staff who make this event possible every year. Please call Amy Boyt of the Police Department at 356-1980, ext. 1030, if you have questions about this event.

The storm drainage studies that the Town engaged a consultant to prepare for the McKownville and Blackberry Estates neighborhoods have been completed, and are being reviewed by the Town Board. The study reports indicate that the problems are indeed serious and that solutions are costly. The Town will use these studies to direct efforts to assist residents in these neighborhoods and to seek funding assistance for remediation programs. A $500,000 grant from the NY State Department of Transportation, secured with assistance from State Senator Neil Breslin, will be utilized to begin the remediation process in McKownville.

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Fall in Guilderland is still a time for our residents to enjoy outdoor activities. Our Western Turnpike Golf Course is open for a pleasant round of golf in the crisp fall air, and there are some special rates available for our residents at this time of year. Please call the Pro Shop at 456-0786 for information or to book a tee time. Also, the 5-mile network of hiking trails in Tawasentha Park is open, and offers some spectacular autumn views in addition to healthy exercise for our residents.

Kenneth Runion, Town Supervisor

Presentation of the tentative budget at the regular Town Board meeting. Set Public Hearing for October 27, 2010 (a tentative budget must be filed with the town clerk no later than September 30th town law section 106).

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Message from the Chamber...

I really hope everyone is out enjoying the great fall weather and activities that we have here in Guilderland. There are familyoriented, affordable events and activities going on every weekend! I know my family has been attending fundraising walks, football games, and of course the apple festival!

The chamber staff are busy with fall business events too-we have had a phenomenal turnout for our First Friday Business Breakfasts so far. The next one is Friday Nov. 5, and is speed networking (like speed dating but with business cards).

Our upcoming mixer is a fall morning breakfast mixer at Londonderry Café in Stuyvesant Plaza on Friday Oct. 15 at 7:30 am. If the weather is nice, we may even hit the patio!

We also have our 3rd Annual Business Start Up Series, consisting of Small Business Workshops- A Cooperative Program of the Guilderland Chamber of Commerce, SUNY Small Business Development Center and the Guilderland Public Library. It runs Three Saturdays in October 10 am – 1 pm at the Library.

Workshop I – October 16: Starting a Business.

Speakers-Kate Baker, SUNY SBDC, and Ed Tobin, Esq. Everything from assessing your business concept to developing a business plan. Details on legal aspects and regulatory compliance, including DBAs. LLCs, and more!

Workshop II – October 23: Finance. Speaker- Kevin Catalano, NYSBDC. From financial analysis to budgeting, to where to seek funding and loans, an overview of areas crucial to any new business.

Workshop III – October 30: Marketing. Speaker-Roger Lipera, Lipera Web Design. Learn the importance of market research, identifying your customers and your competition. See tried-and-true techniques to new web and search engine optimization and social media channels, practical guidance on bringing customers to your business.

Our Women’s Business Group is starting a new trend, we will “Hit the Road” for our monthly meetings, going to Women owned or Women run businesses every month to highlight the business and provide informal fun networking for Women in Business. We will start this off at Ten Thousand Villages in Stuyvesant Plaza on Thursday Oct. 21 at 8 am. It is free!

Go To www.guilderlandchamber.com for more information on our Calendar of events page, or call us at 456-6611.

Have a great October!

Kathy Burbank Executive Director 456-6611 6

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CRAFTERS NEEDED ST. MADELEINE SOPHIE SCHOOL

all new craft fair.

We would be honored to have you display your beautiful and unique handcrafted items and artwork.

Under new leadership • Special perks for vendors Please join us on

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2010 10am-3pm Call (518) 355-3080 for more information and an application

3510 Carman Road • Guilderland www.smsschool.org

YOUTH BASKETBALL PROGRAM The Town of Guilderland Youth Basketball Program for Boys and Girls is scheduled to to take place from Saturday, December 4th through March 5, 2011. The program is non-competitive and will focus on continued teaching of the fundamentals of basketball. The games are played each Saturday at Farnsworth Middle School Gymnasium. The program is for 2nd & 3rd graders from 8:30 - 9:30 am and the 4th and 5th graders from 9:30 - 11:00 am. Spaces are limited. For more information, go to www.townofguilderland.org, Parks & Recreation to download the registration forms.

October 2010 - - -

THE MARIA COLLEGE CAMPUS SCHOOL

PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE Sunday, November 7th • 1– 3pm

Driver MoMs WanteD After your kids get off to school in the morning and before you pick them up, can you spare an hour to drive someone to medical appointments, to shop for groceries and pick up prescriptions. That’s all it takes to join the Community Caregivers Drivers Team and help neighbors in need. Our services are provided at no charge. Your neighbors need you.

Becoming a volunteer is easy! Attend a brief meeting and fill out a volunteer form. Learn how the program works and our staff will get you started on helping your neighbor.

Our service area includes Bethlehem, Guilderland, New Scotland and the Hilltowns of Altamont, Berne and Knox. YOU decide how far you will drive and in what locations. Destinations include these areas as well as Albany and Schenectady.

Orientations: Wednesday October 9 at 9:30 am and Thursday, October 24 at 4 pm at 2113 Western Avenue To sign up, call 456-2898 or email info@communitycaregivers.org

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“Nestled lovingly in the protective arms of the Maria College campus is a preschool gem in Albany.”

– Lara Hammes, Parent

The Campus School offers a pediatrician-recommended THREE-YEAR-OLDS program to ready children for • Two Days: Tues/Thurs, 9am-12pm • Three Days: Mon/Wed/Fri, 9am-12pm the social and educational demands of kindergarten.

FOUR-YEAR-OLDS The core faculty of the school • Three Days: Mon/Wed/Fri, 9am-12pm • Five Days: Mon-Fri; 9am-12pm is made up of experienced professionals, serving as PRE-K master teachers in each • Five Days: Mon-Fri; 9am-12pm division and section.

Take a tour of our new website!

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Hail Storm roof Damage?

Last Summer Hail Storms Affected Our Area Many homes suffered wind and hail damage. How do you know? Call us for a free inspection. Many times Hail Damage is not visible unless you are close up. Let one of our Roofing Experts inspect your roof. Then, if necessary, we will work with you and your insurance company to file a claim.

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Timothy J. Burke Broker/Owner

Over 25 years of experience in Real Estate & Construction.

Resident of the Town of Guilderland for 40 years.

• Master Achievement Award • Service Excellence Award “PROUD FOSTER PARENTS” • Multi Million Dollar Club • Executive Club

Colleen Moore-Burke Office Manager

When you hire Tim Burke for your Real Estate work, You’re guaranteed ‘Moore’!

References Available

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PREPARE NOW FOR WINTER STORMS

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On Friday, October 15, 2010 Senior Services of Albany is proud to join forces with CDPHP Medicare Choices and the Albany County Office for the Aging to present the 19th annual Capital Region Senior Expo at Colonie Center Mall on Wolf Road in Albany. The Senior Expo is the premier Capital Region opportunity for older adults and caregivers to access timely information in a “one-stop shopping” venue.

For more than 58 years, Senior Services of Albany has been the area’s leading provider of services and programs to enhance quality of life and foster independence for older adults and caregivers. Now, for 2010 and beyond, Senior Services has expanded to meet the needs and challenges of today’s older adult and caregivers, offering more support and services designed to keep seniors independent and living with a strong quality to their lives. Support for independently living seniors includes home delivered meals, transportation, group lunches and dinners, health programs and screenings, health insurance counseling, grocery shopping assistance and friendly home visiting.

With the tremendous rise in the number of older adults who are choosing to remain living in the Capital District comes a corresponding rise in family caregivers. In response, Senior Services of Albany offers the CareGiver Connection, a comprehensive program providing caregivers the tools they need to balance elder care, jobs, children and the stress of doing it all.

Look for the Caregiver Connection at Expo and talk to the experts who will be on hand to answer your questions and address your concerns.

For the past 19 years, Senior Expo has brought together the widest possible array of services, products and information to further support older adults and caregivers. You’ll find information on housing, health insurance, transportation, home heath services, home repair and modification, city services, trips and recreation, finances, volunteerism, and much more too. Senor Expo is the largest gathering of senior-specific services and products in the region. It’s free, fun, and all about you.

More information about Senior Services of Albany can be found at www.seniorservicesofalbany.com or by calling 518465-3322.

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The ghs class of 2014 hosts the 8th annual

When: Saturday October 30th, 2010 4:00-7:00 p.m.

Where: Guilderland High school 8 school road Guilderland Center, ny 12085 Kids can trick or treat Around the school Carnival with tons of games Spooky haunted house Face painting Sing-a-long Bouncy bounces Lifetouch studio portraits Magician Dance performances Giffy’s bbq!!!

Refreshments (supplied by the Class of 2012)

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Only $5 per Child Adults are free!!

Comes with A game card, Candy and Tons of fun!!!

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Low Prices! • Great Food! • You won’t leave Hungry!

HAPPY HOUR

Monday - Thursday 3-6pm Each day will feature a

1/2 PRICE APPETIZER

$2 Coors Light Bottles & $2 Pints of Yuengling or Busch

Route 155 ~ 1/8 mile in off Western Avenue on the Left

Kitchen Open tO 10 pm • tAKe OUt AVAiLABLe We cAter! FULL cAtering menU AVAiLABLe FULL BAr AVAiLABLe • cLOsed sUndAys

Lunch Delivery Available! (12-2 pm)

Try our House Specialties The Whale Fry Jumbo 9 oz Fish Fry Platter served on a toasted roll w/Fries & Salad of the Day $7.50 The Dagan Roast Beef w/fried onions, melted Swiss & horseradish sauce on a garlic hoagie roll w/Fries & Salad of the Day $9.25

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Steamed Clams Fresh steamed clams served daily. $6.25 Tues. & Wed. 6-10 $5.25 (In-House) Jumbo Deli Sandwiches Guilderland’s Home for “Real” Deli sandwiches. $5.95

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FRIED CALAMARI Made to Order $6.95

The Original New England Lobster Roll served Hot w/butter or cold w/celery & mayo w/Fries & Salad of the Day $13.95

Nightly Specials Dinner entrees served 5:30 - 9:30

1/2 lb. Shrimp Scampi w/Fries, Garlic Bread & Salad of the Day or On Pasta - $14.95 1/2 lb. Broiled or Fried Sea Scallops, Fries & Salad of the Day - $14.95 10.5 oz. Chicken Parmesan with a Side of linguini - $14.95 Three Cajun Catfish Filets w/Fries & Salad of the Day - $14.95 1/2 lb. Fried Shrimp Platter w/ Fries & Salad of the Day - $14.95 All Entrees served with Tossed Salad & Garlic Bread

Pizza Night!

Thursday. Night 6-10PM 8 Cut Pizza with 2 Toppings- $7.95 (In-House Only)

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Entire Check Lunch or Dinner The Cat’s Meow 456-1895 with this coupon. One per visit, one per table.

One per party. Not Valid Holidays. Cannot be combined with other offers.

Expires 11/30/10

CLAMS! Tues. & Wed. Night 6-10 PM One Dozen Steamed Clams- $5.25 (In-House Only)

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Back to School Tips on Bullying I Par t I

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Keep your child active in extra-curricular sports and activities.

Your child will make plenty of new friends and learn skills which can build confidence. Make sure the activities are healthy and are focused on character development. Also make sure that the teachers and coaches are experts at working with children and building confidence. If you pick the right activity, then you will notice a change in your child’s confidence almost immediately.

Is your child a confident individual? If so, then the next step is to speak with your child about anti-bullying strategies.

Here are five strategies that you should review with your child: 1. Assert yourself. Have your child practice standing tall and using a strong voice saying: “That’s teasing. Stop it.” or “Stop making fun of me. It’s mean.”

2. Use “I want.” Role-play with your child by having him or her address you (the bully) by saying: “I want you to leave me alone,” or “I want you to stop teasing me.”

3. Question it. Have your child practice responding to an insult with a non-defensive question: “Why would you say that?” or “Why would you want to tell me I am dumb and hurt my feelings?”

4. Ignore it. Bullies love it when their teasing upsets their victims, so help your child find a way to not let his or her tormentor get to him/ her. Pretend they’re invisible, walk away without looking at them, quickly look at something else and laugh, or look completely uninterested.

5. Make Fun of the Teasing. Teach your child how to reply to bullies by saying something like: “Wow, you are so smart because you pick on other kids.” Or, “Did you think of that all on your own?”

Remember, the key to dealing with bullies is all about how confident your child feels. The strategies above only work if your child is confident enough to say them. Role-playing is only half of the lesson. You child must be exposed to enough rolemodels and equipped with the proper amount of stimulants that increase confidence.

Conclusion

Like it or not, almost every child will come face-to-face with a bully. If you follow the tips in this article, you will equip your child with the skills necessary to deal with bullying. Although bullying cannot be prevented, it can be limited. Children will become more resilient as they overcome obstacles and build more skills. Bullying is one obstacle that your child can overcome.

If you missed Part 1 of this column, you can view it online in the September edition of Our Towne at ourtowneguilderland.com Bob Esposito is the owner of Capital Northeast Martial Arts. His school is located at 1811 Western Ave. in Guilderland. He currently holds the rank of 3rd Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and 3rd Degree Black Belt in Hapkido. Mr. Esposito holds an Accounting degree from Siena College and a MBA from Russell Sage College.

For information on any of their programs, call 518-452-3065.

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Q A k

With Tina Clancy

Tina Marie’s Dance Academy

Q. What year did your business start?

A. Our opening day was October 5, 1991 Q. How many generations have been running the business?

Q. Where are you located and were you always in the same location?

A. We are located in Charles Park in Building #1 in Guilderland. We are just about 2 miles from Crossgates Mall. We moved to Guilderland 5 ½ years ago.

Q. How and why did you get into the business?

A. I have been teaching dance for the last 28 years and it was in 1991 that I decided to open a studio. It was our goal to provide a quality dance education program for recreational and competitive students.

A. So far, just one!

Q. Do you have many regular customers? Is there anything specific that they are always coming in for?

A. We do have many students who have been with us for several years and we are happy to have new students and parents join us every year. I believe that the parents of our students appreciate the professional, positive and fun atmosphere we try to provide for all our classes.

Happy Dancers!!

Ages 2 years - adults • Small classes with personal attention • Recreational and Competition Classes available • Observation of classes welcome at all times • All boys classes available

■ Hip-Hop ■ Contemporary ■ Jazz ■ Ballet ■ Tap ■ Exciting new programs added

Tina Marie’s

DANCE ACADEMY Call 452-1110 for more information

■ Professional, positive, FUN atmosphere!!

■ Charles Park ■ Route 155 Just 1 1/2 miles past Crossgates Mall

Coming Soon!

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Q. What do you love most about the business?

Q. Are you known for anything special?

A. Our teaching staff has many years of experience and we always try to bring our love of dance into each and every class. We are committed to providing a supportive learning environment for all of our students.

The studio has 2 large dance floors and a sizable waiting room with big observation windows to each floor. Observation of every class is welcome at all times.

Q. What hours are you open?

A. We have classes Monday – Thursday evenings starting at 4:00pm and all day Saturday. We also offer some weekday morning classes.

Q. Do you sponsor any local teams, if so which ones?

A. Not yet, but certainly would be interested too!

A. Besides sharing our love for dance and always trying to provide a creative, quality dance education, it is the wonderful studio family that has developed throughout these years that I love most. It is a joy for all of us to see our students and parents happy and truly feeling like they are a part of this family. It is so amazing to now to be teaching children of kids we taught years ago!!

Q. What do you think is your biggest challenge with the business?

A. As we grow, we always try to find ways to be sure our students receive personal attention.

Q. What do you want the community to know about you?

A. In November, I am adding Gymnastics and Karate!! I have an additional new space in Charles Park in Building #4 which will be our Gymnastics and Karate Center.

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By Dr. Jennifer L. Noonan, Spinal Wellness Center, Western Ave, Guilderland Am I the only parent who cringes each morning watching their children struggle to maneuver an overloaded back pack on and walk hunched and bent as they make their way to the bus stop? Not to mention accessories such as soccer bags and musical instruments adding to the load!

If you haven’t actually weighed your child’s back pack you may want to and here’s why; According to the U.S. Consumer Product and Safety Commission there are estimated to be 20,000 visits to emergency rooms, doctors’ offices and clinics as a result of backpack-related injuries. The injuries from backpacks range from neck, back and shoulder strains to contusions and even fractures from falls. Improper backpack use can also lead to chronic poor posture. Girls and younger kids are especially at risk for these injuries because they’re smaller and may carry loads that are heavier in proportion to their body weight.

I am here to tell you that back, neck, nerve pain and headaches in children is not as uncommon as it used to be. I see these types of conditions all the time. The short-term effect can be as simple as muscle strain and minor joint restrictions or misalignments. The long-term effects of chronic strain can be much more serious and cause permanent structural problems and pain if left untreated. If a child complains of neck, back or shoulder pain-don’t ignore it. Get them seen by a chiropractor (preferably at The Spinal Wellness Center) as quickly as possible.

The American Chiropractic Association recommends that a backpack should not weigh more than 10 percent of a child’s body weight. This figure may vary, however, based on the child’s body strength and fitness level.

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Dr. Noonan resides here in Guilderland with her husband David, who is also a Chiropractor, and her sons Connor, Noah and Aiden. She is a graduate of Guilderland High School, SUNY Cortland and New York Chiropractic College. She has served families in the community with chiropractic for over 17 years.

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Thursday, November 25th 2010 ~ Run/Walk Start 9:00am (Packet Pickup Starts @7:30am) Bethlehem Town Hall 445 Delaware Avenue, Delmar 5K through Bethlehem neighborhoods $15.00 if postmarked before 11/19/2010. $20.00 Day of Race (Registration Starts @7:30am) $10.00 For Students 19 and under Guaranteed to all applications postmarked by 11/19/2010.

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Please call Pat at (518) 768 -2579.

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MISSING CAT: The cat pictured here was lost at the Altamont Fair on 8/18/10.

Angel is a female gray cat with light tiger stripes, large blue eyes, and a large round head. She is shy with people, but may go to a home where there is another cat. Waggin’ Tails Pet Rescue is hoping that she has found another home, but would like to know that she is safe. PLEASE call if you have seen Angel. An announcement will be posted when she is found. Please contact Waggin’ Tails Pet Rescue at (518)210-9111, or (518)356-1100, or Linda at (518) 695-6868 If you have any information on Angel.

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