our towne rensco - september 2012 edition

ComplimentaryOUR TOWNENYC Rockette

finds a home in OUR TOWNE

and opensCK Dance Company

in Castleton

Your hometown Community ResourceSeptember 2012

Back To School

Kids Activity Guide

Fall Travel

Community Calendar

and

2 September 2012

Owner/Publisher/ editOr/ sales/design

Jennifer felts

518-380-1279www.OurtOwnerenscO.cOm

[email protected]

Our TOwne’s MissiOn

Our TOwne seeks TO cOnnecT lOcal businesses TO lOcal cOnsuMers by highlighTing The besT Of whaT

rensselaer cOunTy and The surrOunding areas have TO Offer.

all rights reserved ~ Our tOwne is Published by Our tOwne marketing & cOnsulting llc.

3 lynch avenue, castletOn, ny 12033

Published monthly and distributed free of charge.

Our TOwne rensselaer COunTy

sepTember 2012

EDITOR’s NOTE

Contributors

Table of Contents

Dr. David Stone, DVM-Nancy ShanleyDr. Patrick Bergmann Dr. Joe Lapinski

Daryl BartLynn Stephens, M.A. Terry Duncan, M.S.Ed

A New StArtDear readers,First, let me say I am thrilled to have the opportunity to Own & Publish Our towne. It was an unexpected chance to begin a new professional journey for me. when Debbie Gaylord and I were talking about her move to Florida and her immediate need to sell Our towne, we were brain-storming about the type of person she needed to find- quickly! then she and her husband looked at me and said, “Jen, you should buy it! You would be perfect!” well, over the next week my husband, Chris, and I were mulling it over. the answer was obvious. this was a great opportunity that should not be passed on, out of fear of the unknown.

Sometimes in life, opportunities hit us in the face. If we don’t keep our eyes open as we go through this journey of life, we will miss it! And sometimes we have to create our own opportunities. either way, if we are going to grow as individuals, we must take a leap of faith. A leap of faith in ourselves. the unknown is scary. there may be risks & failures. there may be growth & success. And the only way we will know is to take the risk. this is what we teach our children- and I now have the opportunity to be a role model for them. You can only succeed in life if you try. It is easy to do what is safe. It is easy to maintain the course and do what you are confident with. It takes a strong person with guts to try something new. For the cover of my first Our town issue, I chose to highlight another person in our community who took a leap of faith and has created a new start. Chrystie Kenny Greco, Owner and Artistic Director of CK Dance Company in Castleton opened her own dance studio after many years as a successful professional dancer . Her 12 years as a rockette fulfilled her dream as a performer. As you will read in our interveiw, since the age of 12 ,she had the dream of opening her own studio and becomming a dance teacher. After settling in Castleton with her husband and family, she decided it was her time to follow the dream of opening her own studio. As any business owner knows, there is risk involved. However, she knew that the risks and challenges would be worth the success that she visions. I have no doubt she will be successful and that Our towne readers will embrace her in the business community. this issue is dedicated to all of you who have taken that leap of faith and started a new beginning. All of our contributors and advertisers have taken a leap of faith in OUr COMMUNItY. As owner & publisher of Our towne, I hope this publication will help them achieve greater levels of success. It is my goal to be a positive vehicle in our community and promote small business and all of the wonderful services that are available to us locally.

through this publication, I want all of you to reach success. Be inspired. take risks. Believe in yourself and believe in OUr tOwNe!

Jennifer Felts

Cover story: our towne welComes Ck danCe Company

September DateS to remember

September 3,12 Labor Day

September 9, 2012 GranDparentS' Day

September 11, 2012 patriot Day or September 11th

September 16, 2012 StepfamiLy Day

September 17, 2012 CitizenShip Day

September 28, 2012 native ameriCan Day

3 Our Towne Rensselaer County ~ Jennifer Felts~518-380-1279

It all began at the age of five in Marge tynan’s School of Performing Arts in Albany. this is where the love of dance began for Chrystie Kenny. Since the age of 12, Chrystie Kenny Greco, Owner & Artistic Director of CK Dance Company, in Castleton, had the desire to open her own studio and become the inspiration and driving force for other dancers.throughout her years at Albany High School, Chrystie would leave school every day and develop her tap & Jazz technique and routines for the Com-petitive team until 9:00 each night. By age 15, she was teaching her own classes at the studio. “Dancing was my sport. It was my hobby and my life,” says Chrystie. She notes that by the age of 12, she knew that teaching and owning her own studio someday was in her future. Attending Marymount Manhattan College, where she earned a Bachelor’s in Fine Arts, allowed her to expand her technical skills in an area that was new to her. to this point, Chrystie was a tap & Jazz Dancer. At Marymount, she was required to study and perform Ballet & Modern Dance. this was new challenge for her that she embraced. In retrospect, she realizes that this formal education enabled her to achieve success as a future radio City rockette. She ended up loving Ballet, and realized that it greatly improved her all around technical skills as a dancer. College prepared Chrystie for a career as a performer, and yet, she ironically wrote her Senior Seminar Paper on “How to Open a Dance School.” After completing her BFA in Dance at Marymount Manhattan College, she auditioned a few times for the rockettes. the third time was a charm, because she was asked to sign on for the touring Company where she spent 8 years as a rockette in various cities around the country. At one point, she was living the dream and dancing 4-5 shows a day. It was in 2006, that she made the move to New York City and danced on the Great Stage at radio City Music Hall for 4 years. She was in the 75th Celebration Spectacular, performed on the ellen Degeneres Show, the today Show, Macy’s thanksgiving Day Parade and Dancing with the Stars. She even found herself on the side of the NYC Greyline Buses and on a billboard in times Square. After 12 years of working with some of the world’s most renowned directors and choreographers, she started thinking about the next phase of her career. Finding great success as a Professional Dancer was just one of her professional goals. She always knew that owning her own studio and becoming a teacher was in her future. After getting married and settling down in Castleton, she decided it was time to follow that dream. In January 2012, Chrystie Kenny Greco opened CK Dance Company. Her school offers young children a nurturing environment to develop a passion for dance, while encouraging aspiring dancers the opportunity to develop their technical skills and individual expression. Chrystie notes that dance teaches students valuable life lessons including discipline, team-work, responsibility, work-ethic, respect and commitment, making them well rounded individuals with a strong sense of self. CK Dance Company offers students the opportunity to develop these skills in a healthy, encouraging environment where competition is not the focus. CK Dance Company offers Preschool Program, with classes in Creative Movement and Pre-Dance, that focuses on skills such as listening, following directions & self- control. the Combination classes for 5-8 year olds are designed to introduce basic dance steps associated with Ballet, tap, Jazz, to offer a well- rounded foundation. For students 8-18, beginner level thru pre-professional, the Dance Curriculum provides study in Ballet, tap Jazz and Hip Hop performance opportunities within local communities. All students participate in the CK Dance Company’s year-end Showcase, which is scheduled to be held at the empire State egg on May 31, 2013.In addition, CK Dance Company offers adult classes in tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Pilates and Barre’ Fitness. the goal of CK Dance Company is to provide the highest quality dance education in a warm and nurturing environment. Chrystie, and the instructors at CK Dance, believe that a strong dance education can allow children & adults to explore their individual talents while fostering physical, mental and spiritual development. Chrystie has developed a passion for encouraging and inspiring the growth that children in dance experience today. It is her objective to challenge these young dancers, push the boundaries of personal achievement in a positive way, and to encourage their personal growth and self-esteem. It is a pleasure to welcome CK Dance Company and Chrystie Kenny Greco to the Our towne family. we are thrilled that she chose Our towne to pursue her next chapter!

For more information on CK Dance Company, please call (518) 479-2200 or check out their website at www.ckdancecompany.com.

Cover story: our towne welComes Ck danCe Company

Chrystie is the second Rockette from the rightChrystie is the 4th Rockette from the left

4 September 2012

Fall Foliage Views by Train,

Gondola and Skywalk!

By Nancy M. Shanley, AAA Hudson Valley

As summer winds down, thoughts turn to the savory scents of apple cider and pumpkin pie, and of course the vi-brant reds, yellows, golds and oranges of fall foliage. In the Northeast, foliage first turns in the upper elevations in

mid to late September. Here are some favorite places to experience gorgeous autumn scenery. Lake Placid, NY Foliage Peak: Mid-September to Mid-October

Host to the 1980 and 1932 Olympics, Lake Placid is a colorful place to begin the leaf peeping season. Scenic routes to explore include SR 73 and SR 74. Enjoy shopping in the Olympic Village, then, all aboard the Adirondack Rail-

road Fall Foliage Train. Relax and enjoy breathtaking views of the Adirondacks. The Fall Foliage train is scheduled to run Wednesdays through Sundays from September 8 through October 14. For prices and departure times visit

www.adirondackrr.com. Mount Jewett, PA Foliage Peak: Late September to early October

About 200 miles west of Scranton, PA, along Route 6 is Kinzua Bridge State Park in Mount Jewett. Inside the park you’ll find the Kinzua Bridge Skywalk. The Skywalk was built along the Kinzua Viaduct, once an old railway structure. Although partially destroyed by a tornado in 2003, the bridge was redesigned as a pedestrian walkway that opened in 2011. Visitors can marvel at miles of forest seen from over 600 feet of walkway. At the end of the bridge, leaf peepers can look down through a partial glass platform for a different view of autumn scenery bursting with

color. Learn more at www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/findapark/kinzuabridge.

Stowe, VTFoliage Peak: Late September to mid-October

SR 100, known as the Skier’s Highway, meanders through picturesque Vermont towns including Killington, Sugarbush and Stowe. Don’t miss the Stowe Gondola SkyRide for breathtaking foliage views near the peak of

Vermont’s highest mountain. At the top, you can access hiking trails near the mountain peak, or enjoy a leisurely lunch at the Cliff House Restaurant. Log on to www.gostowe.com/gondola for more details.

Of course it’s hard to predict what Mother Nature will do, and when. Look for updated foliage reports online in early September. The foliage hotlines listed below are usually up and running around the same time as well.

New York: (800) 225-5697

www.iloveny.com/What-To-Do/Reasons-To-Love-NY/Fall-Foliage-Report.aspx

Pennsylvania: (800) 847-4872 www.visitpa.com/fall-pa

Vermont: (802) 828-3237

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To take maximum advantage of the season look for hardy perennials, shrubs and trees to be on sale at your local nursery, but do not expect them to be in full bloom. This is a time when you will want to research the plants, or perhaps take a book with you to see what the plant will be like in full bloom.

Plant your new purchases as soon as possible, but avoid those really hot fall days. Plants will adjust much better on cooler days with clouds. Trim any tall upper stems and damaged leaves before planting as they will likely drop off anyway when the really cold weather arrives.

As with planting in the spring, you will need to make sure that you water the plant in. This is not so much to give the plant water, as to settle the soil around the root system so that they can absorb both water and nutrients. After planting, make sure that you mulch the plants. The roots system will take time to start growing into the surrounding area and will benefit from the soil being insulated.

One thing to remember with trees particularly is that they need water during colder months too and unless this arrives in the form of rain, you may need to supplement with a hose. This may seem strange when there is snow on the ground, but snow does not seep into the ground, it sits on top until a thaw melts it and is thus useless to the tree roots. A little extra water can make all the difference to a tree’s survival.

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24th ANNUAL SHRINE FESTA ITALIANAFriday, Saturday & SundaySeptember 14th – 16th, 2012

Great Italian Food – Indoor Family Pavilion – Italian Souvenirs and CookbooksLive Music for your entertainment

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Celebrating Italian Culture by hosting Fresco Exhibitsof 30 local artists. Little Italy’s Bella Vita Project.

September 16th the winner of the Fresco Competition will be announced.

ENTERTAINMENTFriday 9/14 – Good Times Band – 6:00pm - 10:00pm

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FOODZiti & Sauce, Meatballs, Sausage & Peppers, Meatball Subs, Eggplant Parm, Calamari, Chicken Wings, Hot Dogs & Hamburgers, French Fries, Pizza, Fried Dough, Fasta Fa-

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Italian Community Center Charitable

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Troy, New York 12180

(518) 274-0508, Ext. 17

Friday 5:00pm– 11:00pmSaturday5:00pm– 11:00pm

Sunday- Mass to be held at 11:30 under the tent

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12 September 2012

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Happy AUGUST....If I am dreaming please wake me up cause the months are flying by and I have so much to tell you. For those of you who are curious about the future of the building of Krafts by Kim, we are still looking for that perfect buyer. In fact we have just reduced the price!!!! If you are interested please keep in mind it does not have to be a craft/gift store. It can be whatever type business you have always wanted. Essentially a place where all your DREAMS come true. Once the building does sell get ready for the BIGGEST Sale Ever. So, until then we will continue discounting merchandise (especially in our SALE ROOM) and creating new designs for the upcoming Fall months. For those of you curious about the future of Krafts by Kim, I will continue showcasing my designs at area shows and also on-line once the building has been sold......

This month is going to be an incredibly difficult month for me in so many ways. We are moving my daughter to Wyoming to pursue her education in Bio-Medical Sciences which will also give her the opportunity to be closer to her brother in Colorado. Please be sure to call the store or check the website (www.kraftbykim.com) for August Store Hours. Life is certainly always changing and each day I count my blessings to have accomplished so many amazing life experiences. Please stop by and see me real soon and have a safe and happy rest of the summer...

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Happy September....altHougH I Hate to See Summer leave, “Fall” HoldS So many poSItIve and wonderFul tHIngS For all oF uS. tHere IS SometHIng about tHIS tIme oF year tHat I truly love. Cooler nIgHtS, Sunny dayS, neStIng at Home and oF CourSe deCoratIng our HomeS. tHe Store HaS

tranSFormed Into an autumn Haven oF gold, orange and brownS. wHIte pumpkInS, HydrangeaS and our beautIFul Fall wreatHS are juSt a Few oF tHe many tHIngS we wIll be SHowCaSIng tHIS montH.

Fall alSo HaS a way oF preSentIng ItSelF wItH new CHallengeS and begInnIngS. we Have SaFely delIvered my daugHter and Her dog romeo to wyo-mIng to lIve and attend SCHool For bIo-medICal SCIenCeS. HavIng botH my CHIldren lIvIng out weSt purSuIng tHeIr goalS and dreamS IS not only

amazIng but I Can’t Help but Feel a SenSe oF prIde knowIng tHat we Have gIven tHem tHeIr wIngS to be tHe wonderFul people tHey are. tHank you to all oF you For your ContInued patIenCe, Support and FrIendSHIpS. wItHout all oF you In my lIFe tHIS CHapter would Have been muCH more dIFFICult.

I look Forward to SeeIng all oF you In tHe dayS aHead...Come vISIt me In a plaCe wHere “dreamS Come true”.....

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1450 Fifth AvenueTroy, New York 12180

Telephone: (518) 274-0508

Festa Italiana Kicks Off Friday, September 14thThrough Sunday, September 16thMangia! It’s the 24th Annual Shrine Festa Italiana

Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Italian Community Center, 1450 Fifth Avenue, Troy, NY.You don’t have to be Italian to enjoy a fun-filled weekend of culture, live music, incredible

food, children’s activities and more. This year’s Festa will be held Friday and Saturday from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm, Sunday noon to 6:00 pm, and Sunday morning an outdoor

mass will be held under the tent.The heart of the Festa is food! Enjoy everything from pasta fagioli, calamari and eggplant

parmigiana to Italian cookies and lemon ices. Traditional Italian wine with peaches, expresso with Sambuca or Anisette, along with coffee, tea, soda and draft beer will be

served.Again this year there will be an Indoor Family Pavilion featuring activities for all ages, such

as a Magician Show, Face Painting, Clown, Stuffed Animals and a Book Booth.For the first time this year the Italian Community Center will be celebrating Italian Cul-

ture by hosting Fresco Exhibits of 30 local artists. The Bella Vita Project is an inspiration of Little Italy’s own restoration artist Andrew Daley.

Now Troy, New York may be the source of another “renaissance” in the revival of this unique and historic artistic technique. As a start, the community now has 30 original

frescoes hanging in Troy’s Little Italy. Enjoy the artwork and help us keep the art of fresco painting alive, so it does not become a lost art.

On September 16th the winner of the Fresco Competition will be announced. Immedi-ately following and continuing throughout the day, many will be available through public

auction.

There will be a variety of live music featuring the Good Times Band on Friday from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm, the CAPRI on Saturday from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm and Al Bruno on

Sunday from 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm.

The event is a major fundraiser for the ICC and assists the non-profit organization in its mission in helping charitable and community organization!

Additional parking will be available in the former Troy neighborhoods market lot. So come and enjoy the festivities.

For additional information call the ICC at 274-0508, Ext. 17 or see our website www.troyicc.org

Sleep Apnea: A presentation by Dr. StarkmanThursday, September 27, 6pm – 7pm

Castleton public library

DescriptionDr. Starkman, owner of Dental Sleep Medicine of the Hudson Valley will give a short talk on sleep apnea

and treatment options. Included in this discussion will be choices that patients may have, such as CPAP therapy, oral appliance and surgery. The power point presentation

will be followed by a demonstration of the oral appli-ances as well as a short question and answer session.

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I can vividly recall a time back in high school, probably the only time, I was grounded. It was a Sunday and my mother was laying down the law for an infraction which I will not publish so I cannot be accused of giving someone a bad (or good) idea. I was a senior in high school. My punishment was to stay in my room all day (bummer…NOT!), clean it, oh well, and I was grounded until Friday? What? Did I hear that right – I was punished only on the school nights? I thought my mom was an idiot (teenager) grounding me from Sunday to Friday. Well – I took it and endured it with multiple sighs, eye rolls, dirty looks and attitude galore. In hindsight, and as I embark on laying down law with my own son, I realize, my mom might have actually had a plan. With her terms, I was home every night, my room was clean, my homework was done, we actually ate a few meals together, yet she was still free to do whatever she had planned for the weekend. I was released from servitude, know-ing that I could be grounded at any moment. An executable, manageable punishment that didn’t really affect her too much, but she could stick to it and see it through, and it instilled a little fear – Isn’t that the point? Now it’s my turn and you know what they say about payback. So, when our 11 year old son got caught….We decided to take his IPOD away for the entire summer. It was our feeling that this was the punishment that would make the biggest impact on our 6th grader. Our son is a generally great kid. He is smart, sweet, and a great athlete. He is helpful, if not a little absent minded, and has only once before had to have a significant consequence handed down. (The “multi-vitamin incident” is a long story and old news). He bought the iPod with his birthday money and since we feel he is not ready for the responsibility of a cell phone (considering he can barely hold down a conversation) we agreed to let him have a free texting app that could only be used at home. We smelled something fishy – and asked him a few questions. Things weren’t adding up. Our investigation uncovered a few, let’s say, “untruths” (putting it nicely), and found that our son was staying awake to all hours of the night, texting and playing games. I have to thank the time stamp technology for that one.I know, big deal right – but he is 11 and we have told him his only job is to be a good student and give 100 %in school and sports - and that wasn’t happening. Now we understood why he’s been so tired and it wasn’t due to a busy schedule but a budding social life. We needed to act and fast. It was a hard conversation, and heart breaking and as a parent in unchartered territory.Our coordinated effort was the key. Bad cop and Worse cop. Our son did not like it one bit; He didn’t like disappointing us; He mostly didn’t like getting caught but took it well as he handed over the iPod and gave us a hug and an apology. We were swift and decisive. And I needed a drink.All we can hope is that his punishment is seemingly painful yet in reality not too hard, kind of like being grounded during the week. Maybe he’ll get more sleep and more sun. And on the flip side, I hope enforcing it is not too hard for us. Hopefully he’ll learn from it and remember that we mean what we say.Will our plan actually work? We’ll have to wait and see. Labor Day is approaching and so is the end of his 3 months off the grid.For now this Bad cop has been enjoying Pandora radio. Hey…method to the madness. My mom was on to something.

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Film: Screening of the film The Singing Revolution on Sat. Feb 27 at 7pm. Created by local residents James and Maureen Tusty, the film is a documentary that tells the extraordinary story of the non-violent path Estonia took to free itself from Soviet occupation. Tickets $8, under 18-$5.

Gallery: Exhibit Jan 1 – Feb. 15 showcases the watercolors of Ellen Rae Panero. The abstract paintings of Shawn Snow open on Feb. 16 – March 30. Hours are Wed. & Fri. 10-12pm and Sun from 1-3pm and by appt.

Sundays at the Center: On Su . Feb. 7, Phil Singer, will lead a series of workshops titled: Learn to Draw a Caricuture. Beginning at 1:30pm Phil will offer a series of 3 back to back classes for an hour groups . Supplies will be provided. The program is free, but reservations are recommended as space may be limited.

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Community Calendar ~ September 2012Monday, September 03, 2012 (12pm) Labor Day Sand Sculpture CompetitionLocation: Long Pond Beach, Grafton Lakes State ParkDescription: All participants receive a prize. Open to all ages.Web Site: http://www.nysparks.com/parks/53/details.aspx

Tuesday, September 04, 2012 (5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) Rabbies ClinicDescription: The Rensselaer County Executive Kathleen M. Jimino has announced the 2012 schedule of the County’s Ra-bies Vaccination Clinics. The clinics aim to prevent human expo-sure to the potentially deadly disease by immunizing domes-tic animals and pets that could potentially carry the disease. During the upcoming clinics, Rensselaer County Department of Health staff will provide the appropriate rabies vaccination and booster shots to cats, ferrets and dogs as mandated by the New York State Department of Health. Owners are asked to present their pets’ most recent immunization certificate, and all pets must be secured either in a carrier or on a leash. The first hour of each clinic is dedicated to cats and ferrets with the second hour dedicated to dogs. The dates, locations, times and contact numbers are as follows: Tuesday, April 10, 2012-Pitt-stown Town Hall, 123 Tomhannock Road Valley Falls from 5-7PM.-Tuesday, May 8, 2012 Brunswick Community Center, 18 Keyes Lane, Troy from 5-7PM-Thursday, June 7, 2012 Poesten-kill VFW, 25 Veterans Street, Poestenkill from 5-7PM-Saturday June 19, 2012-Knickerbocker Ice Rink, 191 103rd Street and 8th Avenue, Troy from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon-Thursday June 28, 2012-Grafton Firehouse, 2385 Route 2, Grafton from 5-7PM-Thursday July 12, 2012-115th Street Firehouse, 115th Street and 5th Avenue, Troy from 5:-7PM-Tuesday, September 4, 2012-Brunswick Community Center, 18 Keyes Lane Troy from 5:-7PM.-Saturday, October 16, 2012-Knickerbocker Ice Rink, 191 103rd Street and 8th Avenue, Troy from 10:AM – 12:Noon. Contact: Residents with questions regarding the rabies prevention program should contact the Rensselaer County De-partment of Health at 270-2655.

Wednesday, September 05, 2012 (2:30 p.m. -6:30 p.m.) Farmers MarketLocation: Wednesday’s from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on 3rd Street at the entrance to the Atrium (May through October).Description: The Troy Waterfront Farmers’ Market Summer Sea-son! They are looking forward to another great summer season with their Wednesday and Saturday Markets located in Historic Downtown Troy. Wednesday Market still continues to be a small market that is community oriented and a great location to grab some ingredients for your mid-week shopping needs. They welcome a few new vendors (Wednesday roster below) this year to their mid-week market. They complement our return-ing vendors to give a great selection of products in a location that is easy to access and more convenient than stopping in a grocery store! The Berry Patch www.theberrypatch.net Bow-man Orchards www.bowmanorchards.com Cricket Creek Farm www.cricketcreekfarm.com Hawthorne Valley Farm www.hawthornevalleyfarm.org (starting 5/23/2012) Mariaville Farm www.mariavillefarm.com DeFazio’s Imports www.defaziospiz-za.com (starting 5/23/2012) Donna’s Stuf’t Pretzels www.don-nastuftpretzels.com Lorna’s Naturals www.lornasnaturals.com

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Saturday, September 08, 2012 (9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) ShoppingDescription: The Brunswick Historical Society will sponsor a tag and bake sale at their headquarters, Garfield School, 605 Brunswick Road (Rt. 2) in Eagle Mills. You may reserve an 8x10 space for the tag sale for $20.00 by calling Sherry at 279-3325 (supply your own table). This event will be held rain or shine. The event will also feature our delicious homemade baked goods for sale. A beautiful antique quilt will be on display and tickets are available for this major fundraiser. Lunch will be available.

Saturday, September 08, 2012 (9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.) Farmers MarketDescription: The Averill Park Community Market will be having a farmer’s market the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month for July, August and September at the Sand Lake School. The Dates for the 2012 Markets are July 14th and 28th, August 11th and 25th, September 8th and 22nd, Oct 13th and 27th. Web Site: http://www.averillparkmarket.com

Saturday, September 08, 2012 (9am-3pm) Tag and Bake SaleLocation: Garfeild School, 605 Brunswick Road, Rt. 2 in Eagle MillsSponsor: Brunswick Historical SocietyDescription: The sale will take place rain or shine. The event will feature our delicious homemade baked goods for sale. A beautiful antique quilt will be on display and tickets are avail-able for this major fundraiser. Lunch will be available.Contact: You may reserve an 8x10 space for the tag sale for $20.00 by calling Sherry. (must supply your own table)

Wednesday, September 12, 2012 (2:30 p.m. -6:30 p.m.) Farmers MarketLocation: Wednesday’s from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on 3rd Street at the entrance to the Atrium (May through October).Description: The Troy Waterfront Farmers’ Market Summer Sea-son! They are looking forward to another great summer season with their Wednesday and Saturday Markets located in Historic Downtown Troy. Wednesday Market still continues to be a small market that is community oriented and a great location to grab some ingredients for your mid-week shopping needs. They welcome a few new vendors (Wednesday roster below) this year to their mid-week market. They complement our return-ing vendors to give a great selection of products in a location that is easy to access and more convenient than stopping in a grocery store! The Berry Patch www.theberrypatch.net Bow-man Orchards www.bowmanorchards.com Cricket Creek Farm www.cricketcreekfarm.com Hawthorne Valley Farm www.hawthornevalleyfarm.org (starting 5/23/2012) Mariaville Farm www.mariavillefarm.com DeFazio’s Imports www.defaziospiz-

za.com (starting 5/23/2012) Donna’s Stuf’t Pretzels www.don-nastuftpretzels.com Lorna’s Naturals www.lornasnaturals.com (starting 5/23/2012) Euro Delicacies Spanakopita, Eggplant Parmigiana, & Stuffed Peppers Fast Trax www.fasttrax.com Rain or Shine!Contact: For additional information, please call Monica Kurzejeski TWFM Manager at 518-708-4216.

Saturday, September 15, 2012 (N/A) Community EventDescription: CHICKEN BBQ AMERICAN LEGION POST 1021 Ser-geant Walter A. Adams American Legion Post 1021 in Averill Park announces the 2012 Chicken BBQ Schedule: September 15th and October 20th.Contact: For additional information, please call call 674-2309.

Saturday, September 15, 2012 (8:00 a.m. - N/A) ShoppingDescription: SLBA PLANNING 2nd ANNUAL TOWN - WIDE GA-RAGE SALE It’s time TO PLAN for the second annual Town Wide Garage Sale sponsored by the Sand Lake Business Association. The event is set for Saturday, Sept. 15th and 16th, beginning at 8 a.m. Garage sale participants will determine the ending time of their sale. The Cost is $10 for map placement and promo-tional material and $25 to rent a 10x10 booth at the Sand Lake School and other highly visible sites along RT 43. Use your own Lawn or Set Up on Space provided at the Sand Lake School!! Great Time for Community Group Fundraisers!! Plan NOW! Ga-rage sale participants will have the location of their sale added to an official list that will be distributed leading up to and on the day of the sale. Maps will be available online 1 month be-fore the event and available at retailers. Members of the SLBA will be at information stations from 9-12 to provide shoppers with both the list and a map of the town. No one will be added to the list unless the $10 fee is paid in advance. Contact: For more information and to reserve a spot, go online at http://www.sandlakegaragesale.com for all applica-tions. Saturday, September 15, 2012 (11am, noon, 1pm, 2pm) Trolley Tour of RensselaerSponsor: Friends of Rensselaer City LibraryDescription: A trolley tour of historical sites in Rensselaer. The ticket prices are $12 in advance and $15 on the day. There are only 26 seats on each trolley so make sure you call ahead to get a spot.Contact: For more information please call Mary Lou Knox 283-0814 Saturday, September 15, 2012 (11am) Genealogy WorkshopLocation: Troy Public Library, 100 Second St, TroyDescription: A beginning genealogy workshop. Program is free, seating is limited. Register a head.Contact: To register, call 274-7071


Community Calendar~September 2012Sunday, September 16, 2012 (8:00 a.m. - N/A) ShoppingDescription: SLBA PLANNING 2nd ANNUAL TOWN - WIDE GA-RAGE SALE It’s time TO PLAN for the second annual Town Wide Garage Sale sponsored by the Sand Lake Business Association. The event is set for Saturday, Sept. 15th and 16th, beginning at 8 a.m. Garage sale participants will determine the ending time of their sale. The Cost is $10 for map placement and promo-tional material and $25 to rent a 10x10 booth at the Sand Lake School and other highly visible sites along RT 43. Use your own Lawn or Set Up on Space provided at the Sand Lake School!! Great Time for Community Group Fundraisers!! Plan NOW! Ga-rage sale participants will have the location of their sale added to an official list that will be distributed leading up to and on the day of the sale. Maps will be available online 1 month be-fore the event and available at retailers. Members of the SLBA will be at information stations from 9-12 to provide shoppers with both the list and a map of the town. No one will be added to the list unless the $10 fee is paid in advance. Contact: For more information and to reserve a spot, go online at http://www.sandlakegaragesale.com for all applica-tions. Sunday, September 16, 2012 (N/A) Uncle Sam Parade. 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. ParadeLocation: Parade starts 125th St. ends 106th Street, Troy.Description: Beginning in 1976, the Uncle Sam Parade and Celebration has grown tremendously having thousands at-tend every year. The parade is one of several events marking Samual Wilson’s birthday, which was Sept 13, 1766. Wilson was the Troy meatpacker and Massachusetts native who many be-lieve was the inspiration for the Uncle Sam figure. Supporters of the Wilson story say he became associated with Uncle Sam when he stamped the initials “U.S.”on barrels of meat he sup-plied to American forces in the war of 1812. Seeing the initials, soldiers began referring to wilson as Uncle Sam. Samual Wilson died in 1854 and is buried in Troy’s Oakwood Cemetary. The annual Uncle Sam Parade and Celebration, however, is more than just your everyday parade. It’s a celebration of patriotism and citizen recognition. The two day event includes an annual graveside ceremony at the grave of Samual Wilson, the annual ‘Uncle Sam Citizen of the Year Banquet’, and immediately fol-lowing the parade a celebration at the Knickerbacker Park. Park festivities include food, entertainment and the culmination of a spectacular fire works show at dusk. Contact: For additional inforamtion, please call 518-235-0615. Wednesday, September 19, 2012 (2:30 p.m. -6:30 p.m.) Farmers MarketLocation: Wednesday’s from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on 3rd Street at the entrance to the Atrium (May through October).Description: The Troy Waterfront Farmers’ Market Summer Sea-son! They are looking forward to another great summer season with their Wednesday and Saturday Markets located in Historic Down-town Troy. Wednesday Market still continues to be a small market that is community oriented and a great location to grab some in-gredients for your mid-week shopping needs. They welcome a few new vendors (Wednesday roster below) this year to their mid-week market. They complement our returning vendors to give a great selection of products in a location that is easy to access and more convenient than stopping in a grocery store! The Berry Patch www.theberrypatch.net Bowman Orchards www.bowmanorchards.com Cricket Creek Farm www.cricketcreekfarm.com Hawthorne Valley Farm www.hawthornevalleyfarm.org (starting 5/23/2012) Mari-aville Farm www.mariavillefarm.com DeFazio’s Imports www.de-faziospizza.com (starting 5/23/2012) Donna’s Stuf’t Pretzels www.donnastuftpretzels.com Lorna’s Naturals www.lornasnaturals.com (starting 5/23/2012) Euro Delicacies Spanakopita, Eggplant Parmi-giana, & Stuffed Peppers Fast Trax www.fasttrax.com Rain or Shine!Contact: For additional information, please call Monica Kurzejeski TWFM Manager at 518-708-4216.

Thursday, September 20, 2012 (5:30 p.m. - N/A) Community EventLocation: Hilton Garden Inn, 235 Hoosick Street, Troy.Description: The Chamber Announces 2012 Van Rensselaer Awards Dinner.Contact: For additional information, please call 274-7020. Saturday, September 22, 2012 (9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.) Farmers MarketDescription: The Averill Park Community Market will be having a farmer’s market the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month for July, August and September at the Sand Lake School. The Dates for the 2012 Markets are July 14th and 28th, August 11th and 25th, September 8th and 22nd, Oct 13th and 27th. Web Site: http://www.averillparkmarket.com

Saturday, September 22, 2012 (8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) FestivalSponsor: Knickerbocker Mansion -132 Knickerbocker Road Schaghticoke, NY Description: Knickerbocker Harvest Festival - Col. Knickerbock-er’s 14th Albany Militia Encampment Pancake Breakfast $6.00 from 8:00 am - 11:00 am Hudson River Ramble Devil’s Chimney Walk at 10:00 am Historical Presentation at 11:00 am, 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm Chicken & Biscuit Dinner $10.00 from Noon-4:00 pm Mansion & Cemetery Tours - Bake Sale, Charlotte’s Shop, Snack Bar Contact: For additional information, please call (518) 664 - 1700. Saturday, September 22, 2012 (N/A) FestivalDescription: Liberty Ridge Farm Sweet Corn Festival Weekend.Contact: For additional information, please call 518.664.1515. Saturday, September 22, 2012 (9am-1pm) Plant SaleLocation: Capital District Community Garden Sale, 8th Street Garden, TroySponsor: CDCGDescription: Shrubs, herbs and other fall blooming plants available at bargain prices. Proceeds benefit CDCG’s programs, including 48 Community Gardens, The Veggie Mobile, The Pro-duce Project, The Healthy Convience Store Iniative and more. Wednesday, September 26, 2012 (2:30 p.m. -6:30 p.m.) Farmers MarketLocation: Wednesday’s from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on 3rd Street at the entrance to the Atrium (May through October).Description: The Troy Waterfront Farmers’ Market Summer Sea-son! They are looking forward to another great summer season with their Wednesday and Saturday Markets located in Historic Downtown Troy. Wednesday Market still continues to be a small market that is community oriented and a great location to grab some ingredients for your mid-week shopping needs. They welcome a few new vendors (Wednesday roster below) this year to their mid-week market. They complement our return-ing vendors to give a great selection of products in a location that is easy to access and more convenient than stopping in a grocery store! The Berry Patch www.theberrypatch.net Bow-man Orchards www.bowmanorchards.com Cricket Creek Farm www.cricketcreekfarm.com Hawthorne Valley Farm www.hawthornevalleyfarm.org (starting 5/23/2012) Mariaville Farm www.mariavillefarm.com DeFazio’s Imports www.defaziospiz-za.com (starting 5/23/2012) Donna’s Stuf’t Pretzels www.don-nastuftpretzels.com Lorna’s Naturals www.lornasnaturals.com

(starting 5/23/2012) Euro Delicacies Spanakopita, Eggplant Parmigiana, & Stuffed Peppers Fast Trax www.fasttrax.com Rain or Shine!Contact: For additional information, please call Monica

Kurzejeski TWFM Manager at 518-708-4216. Thursday, September 27, 2012 (8:00 p.m. - N/A) Music & EntertainmentLocation: 30 Second StreetTroy, New YorkDescription: The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall presents: Nitty

Gritty Dirt Band with special guests Asleep at the Wheel With Top Ten hits including “Fishin’ In The Dark” and “Mr. Bojangles”, platinum and gold records, and multiple Grammy Awards and nominations, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band is an icon of Country Rock and American Roots Music. Their groundbreaking album “Will The Circle Be Unbroken” was honored by the Library of Congress and the Grammy Hall of Fame. The Hall is thrilled to welcome NGDB - Jeff Hanna, Jimmie Fadden, Bob Carpenter, and John McEuen - to this stage for the first time! Tickets are $42, $34, and $25.

Contact: For additional information, please call 518.273.0038.

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Friday, September 28, 2012 (5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) Location: Downtown, Troy, New York.Description: TROY NY – Enjoy an evening of art and culture

in Downtown Troy NY on the last Friday of every month, of-ficially known as Troy Night Out. The streets are busier than usual for this event as the evening draws over 1,000 locals and visitors alike to get a true taste of the arts and take ad-vantage of everything Troy, New York has to offer! Troy Night Out runs from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm every month on the last Friday. Between these hours, guests can enjoy over 30 art events, 15 music venues, and 20+ fine restaurants in addi-tion to superb shopping at unique boutiques of all varieties. But the fun doesn’t stop at 9:00 pm! Many downtown eateries and bars offer a place for people to gather and continue to enjoy the night. There are a variety of venues who participate in Troy Night Out each month.

Web Site: www.troynightout.org

Friday, September 28, 2012 (5pm) Pre-game BarbequeLocation: Rensselaer High School, 25 Van Rensselaer Blvd.Sponsor: The Rensselaer School Alumni AssociationDescription: There will be dinner, raffles and tours of the

school. The chicken barbeque includes half chicken, ear of corn, potatoes, cookies and beverages; child’s dinner includes hot dog, ear of corn, chips, cookie and beverage. Adult, $12, Child, $6 contact Lynne Beiermeister at [email protected]

Saturday, September 29, 2012 (9am-2pm) Community Garage SaleLocation: Third Presbyterian Church, 115 Winter St.Description:

Spaces are open & there is no cost to participate. Bring a table and your treasures to sell. Food and beverages will also be available throughout the day. There will not be charge for the food but dona-tions will be accepted and will go to Missing Link Street Ministry’s outreach program in North Troy.

Contact: To reserve a space or for more information, call church office at 283-2420

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September HappeningsEast Greenbush Community Library

www.eastgreenbushlibrary.com 477-7476

Library Budget Vote & ElectionThursday, September 6

9:00 am to 9:00 pm at the library

A second proposal on the ballot is the election of two Trustees for five-year terms, beginning January 2013. The can-didates running for these positions are Lisa Fox, Michael Poost and Philip Vec-chio, Sr. Visit our website for details on the proposed budget.

Election Day Activities:

Music & Motion with Lisa RussoThursday, September 6 @ 10:00 amJoin Lisa Russo, licensed Kindermusik educator, in a fun concert based in early childhood development. Enjoy hands-on instruments, creative movement, and sing-along fun for young children (ages 2+).Resident registration begins Mon-day, August 27. Open registration begins Friday, August 31

Live Birds of Prey(ages 5+)Thursday, September 6 @ 4:15 pmLearn about the unique behaviors and the conservation issues that impact birds of prey with The Wildlife Institute of Eastern NY. Resident registration begins Monday, August 27. Open registration begins Friday, August 31

Sonny & Perley performMusic from The Great American SongbookThursday, September 6 @ 7:00 pmMusicians Sonny & Perley will take us on a tour of movie theme music this evening. Baby boomers and their parents remem-ber the songs from many Hollywood films and Broadway musicals that became standards, such as: Moon River, Send in the Clowns, and My Favorite Things. En-joy an evening of musical entertainment, and vote on the library budget while you’re here. Funded by Friends of the East Greenbush Library,

Community Children’s Festival & Book Sale Saturday, September 229:00 am to 3:00 pmThe Friends of the East Greenbush Library are hosting their 6th Annual Community Children’s Festival and Book Sale. The sale will include children’s books for all ages, AV materials, and childcare materials for parents. This event is for families and we are asking that no book dealers attend. A bag sale will be held from 3:15 to 4:00 pm. Enjoy free food, raffle prizes, bouncy-bounces, crafts, balloon sculptures and face painting throughout the day.

Balloon Sculptures with Tots the Clown: 10:00 am - 1:00 pmFace Painting by Freckles the Clown: 12:00 - 3:00 pm

Events for Adults:

All programs are free and open to the public. Due to limited space, registration is required for all programs, concerts & movies. Call 477-7476 or visit our web-page and use our online registration.Introduction to CalligraphyFriday, September 14 at 10:00 a.m.Learn to apply calligraphy writing and embellishments to card making with Monica Ray. The class covers the basics and you advance at your own pace. All materials provided. Limit of 16. Regis-tration for East Greenbush and Schodack residents will begin on August 31. Open registration will begin on September 7.

Latin Moves

Tuesdays: Sept. 18 – Dec. 4 at 2:00 p.m. (No class on Oct. 30 or Nov 6) Join Cori Rowe Delehanty, RN from MVP for a fun, friendly workout anyone can do (including beginners) that combines fast and slow Latin rhythms to get your heart pumping and tone the body while strengthening your core. Please wear sneakers. Limit of 18. Register for each individual class.

Environmental History of the Hudson River : Human Uses that Changed the

Ecology, Ecology that Changed Human UsesSunday, September 16 at 2:00 pmDr. Robert Henshaw used data from a 2009 Hudson River region HRES study to write his book in order to build a case for the Hudson River having a unique envi-ronmental history, from its “discovery” in 1609, to present day environmental awareness. He will describe the condi-tions that Henry Hudson’s crew experi-enced in 1609, examine the changes that took place as Europeans settled into the valley, and conclude with how decisions made today have an impact, often with surprising results that leave their own legacy. Books will be available for pur-chase and signing.

Reptiles and Amphibians LIVE For the whole family)Wednesday, September 19 at 7:00 p.m.

See live native reptiles and amphibians! Dean Davis of the Living World Ecology Center in Ravena will display a dozen ani-mals, help us identify them, and tell us about their important place in the envi-ronment. You will learn to differentiate between myths and truths about reptiles and amphibians, and how to help them help us. Children and families are espe-cially welcome. Sponsored by the Scho-dack Area Land Trust (SALT).

Getting the Most from Social SecurityThursday, September 20 at 6:30 p.m.

Financial advisor Fran Hawkins will cover the history of Social Security, the current landscape of Social Security, who is eli-gible for benefits, how to decide when to start taking benefits, and strategies for maximizing benefits.

Greenbush Historical Society presentsPhyllis Chapman as Clara BartonSunday, September 23 at 2:00 p.m.Phyllis Chapman, historic interpreter and former Director of Educational Programs at Bennington Museum , will bring Clara Barton to life. The program begins with Barton’s adventurous childhood in Mas-

sachusetts , covers her work with the wounded during the Civil War, and her subsequent trip to Europe, where she be-came acquainted with the international Red Cross – a group she worked tire-lessly to establish in the United States.Chapman, who will be in period dress, will include excerpts from Barton’s field diaries, period photographs, and actual and reproduction medical artifacts used in the care of the wounded.

Could Going Gluten-Free Benefit Your Health?

Monday, September 24 at 7:00 p.m.Gluten is a protein, found in many foods, that has been shown to produce negative health issues ranging from mild allergic reactions to severe Celiac disease. Learn about testing options, dietary changes, and lifestyle tips that you can incorporate to improve the health of you and your family. Presented by Dr. Keri Hagenston of East Greenbush Chiropractic.

Free Wednesday Night Movie:SEPTEMBER 26 @ 6:00 pm –

The Hunger Games

Events for Children:

September ‘s Library Card Sign-up Month! This year’s theme is “Ice Cream for Books!” Kids who get their first library card in September receive a goody bag and a free coupon for an ice cream cone at Stewarts. Look for our display in the Children’s Room and help our ice cream cone prog-ress tracker grow! Drop In Storytimes:Thursdays @ 11:00 am September 20 - November 15(no storytime Nov. 1) Thursdays @ 6:30 pmSeptember 20 - November 15(no storytimes Oct. 25 & Nov. 1)

Library LEGO Club (ages 5+Saturday, September 15 at 11:00 am(Resident registration begins Tues, Sept. 4)


Quips/Quotes/Myths/etc. By Dr. David Stone, DVM

These are some tidbits I’ve heard over the years...I’ll share.

I like pigs. Dogs look up to us. Cats look down on us. Pigs treat us as equals. (Winston Churchill).

I always hold on to the mantra: 80% of animals will live DESPITE what you do to them, 10% will die IN SPITE of what you do to them and it’s the 10% in between that you

can truly make a difference for.

I saw a black lab mix puppy today for her annual check-up. The two little girls in the family are twins—about 5 years old. I started to examine the puppy and one little

girl said, “she’s got 8 boobs.”

A very sad young couple with two small children came in to put their beloved mastiff down, who was demonstrat-ing potentially dangerous aggression to the kids. After

the deed was done, mom light-heartedly said, “now maybe we can trim her nails,” to which the young son

replied, “why would we do that? She’s dead.”

A young couple who would blow raspberries on their ferret’s “belly button”—not happy when they found out it

was his prepuce.

I had a client whose dog had a severe flea bite allergy and loads of fleas inform me that her dog couldn’t possibly

have fleas because she lives in a gated community.

Dogs named Lucky, aren’t.

Clients lie, though often unintentionally.

Clients who say “money is no object” are not planning to pay their bill.

You can never judge a client’s financial situation by the way they look.

More people get bitten by small dogs…then big dogs.

Nothing you do in medicine is without consequences.

When an employee says that they are broke, it doesn’t mean that they want to work extra hours.

Using more force will only make things worse.

There is no such thing as “routine” surgery.

The appointment schedule is no indication as to how busy you will be today.

The more you go out of your way to help someone, the less they appreciate it.

I’ve still not seen everything and never will.

.If someone says that vein is so big, you cannot miss it, you will miss it.

I had a client bring in a sample of diarrhea in a little cellophane wrapper his cigarette pack came in. That way it fit nicely into the breast pocket on his shirt. The pocket also kept the cellophane wrapper upright, which was an

advantage as it was open on the top.

My favorite fecal samples are brought in “I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter” containers.

A dry/wet/cold/warm nose is a sign of a sick dog.

A distemper vaccine prevents a bad temper.

Ringworm is a worm.

People can’t get parasites.

Letting your female dog have a litter will make her a better dog.

Spaying your female dog will make her fat.Rubbing your dog’s face in his feces will house train

him.

Indoor cats don’t Need Rabies vaccines.

My dog doesn’t hurt, he’s just limping.

A cat with an “M” on its head is a Maine Coon.

Corn and all by-products are bad.

Neutering a dog will calm him down and make him nice.

If you don’t see fleas, your animal can’t possibly have them.

Your breeder knows best when it comes to medical advice.

If you breed your nice, cute mutt, all the puppies will be clones of your dog and everyone will want one and you

will make a lot of money off the puppies.

The best way to remove a tick is to apply gasoline to make it back out. If that doesn’t work, try using a lit

match…Ka-Boom!—actually happened.

Modern veterinary techniques and drugs, nutrition knowledge and methods of behaviorial training are

unnecessary because they do not exist “in the wild” and the husbandry of the modern pug/Chihuahua/great dane

should be as closely based on “the wild” as possible because they are all but very slight variation of the wolf.

Vets get kickbacks from the pet food companies for recommending their foods.

He’s aggressive because he was abused before we got him (at 6wks of age).

Calico cats are grouchy because they’re half male.

24 September 2012

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Creating family time during the busy sChool year

It’s that time of year again…time to unpack the beach bags and load up the back packs. Sometimes as par-ents, it’s difficult to get excited about the start of the school year. It’s not that we have anything against school but the start of school often means another frantic fall is beginning. Soon we’ll be racing back and forth to Scouts, dance class, and hockey practice, scheduling meetings with teachers, and struggling to get our children to finish homework. It’s no secret that children these days are more stressed than ever before. Scheduling homework, activities, and meals creates stress for children and parents alike. Those families who spent the summer relaxing and playing together may be asking: how can we possibly squeeze the same family time into our busy school-year schedule?

1. Create a family schedule. You can buy a pre-made schedule, generate one on the computer, or draw your own on poster board. Whichever way you choose, a master family schedule is essential. At the beginning of the week, take a few minutes to sit down with your family to review the upcoming activities for the week. Make sure everyone knows the plan so you’re all working together, using your time efficiently, and decreasing your stress.

2. Plan time together. While you organize your master schedule, make sure you include time together. Many families have a Friday family game night. Others share Sunday morning brunch. If you truly can’t plan something weekly, try to plan an outing once a month. You could go apple picking, visit a museum, or go to dinner and a movie.

3. Limit your child’s activities. You probably think it would be impossible for your child to choose between hockey and karate but the fact is kids are just as stressed as we are. Make sure your child is participating in activities because he or she wants to and not because of outside pressure. Have an honest conversation with each child about the time and money it takes to participate in three or four extra-curricular activities each week. Make sure your child knows you will still love him or her if he or she doesn’t become an all-star or concert pianist and that fewer activities means more time together. If you take the time to ask your child, the answer may surprise you!

4. Share meals. Eating meals together is a great way for a busy family to multi-task. You have to eat, right? Set some ground rules for family dinners. Outlaw phone usage, including: texts, calls, emails, video games, or social me-dia. Try to talk about positive events and save discipline for another time. If you can only share a meal once a week or a few times a month, make it something special. Let each family member request or help prepare a favorite food or dessert, dress up, light candles, and set the table for formal dining.

5. Fifteen minutes means a lot to a child. Don’t assume, just because you only have a few minutes a day, that it’s not enough. The key is to make every minute count. Turn off the TV and your phone. Bake a batch of cookies for school lunches or take a quick walk around the block. Read a book, cuddle and talk about your day, share a funny story from your childhood that relates to your child’s daily joys and struggles. Start a bedtime ritual. Many children are more relaxed and more likely to discuss the day’s events before bed.Remember, if you feel overwhelmed your child probably does too. Take a break, relax, and breathe and make sure your kids do too! You’ll be teaching them an important lesson they can teach their children someday…maybe over Sunday brunch.

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Dear Dr. Lapinski:

I recently needed a root canal but I wasn’t having any pain… Everyone always said they hurt. Can you tell me why mine didn’t? Amy, Rensselaer.

Dear Amy: You are not alone. The phrase Root Canal has been sending shivers through generations but really isn’t as scary as in the past. Root canals are usually recommended in one several situ-ations.

• A very deep cavity that is approaching the nerve

• A broken or fractured tooth

• An abscess or infection

When symptoms or examination indicate that the living area inside the tooth is infected, irritated or has one of the condi-tions listed above, a root canal may be the recommended treat-ment to save the tooth.

Root canals can be done by your general dentist or a special-ist known as an endodontist. The diseased canals inside of the tooth (pulp or nerve), are cleaned out. The canals are located in the roots of the tooth, hence the name “root canal”. The tooth is sealed from the bottom up. A final restoration (filling or crown) is completed within a few weeks.

Teeth have from 1 to 4 canals and the procedure can be very simple and be done in a single visit, or be more complicated due to multiple canals, crooked roots, calcifications and previ-ous dental work. Some folks need a simple filling & others may need a crown on the tooth. Most teeth having root canals will need a crown.

Most procedures are routine, as in your case. Pain and discomfort often come from the infection, not the procedure. Local anesthetic is used to thoroughly numb the area. Pros and cons may be discussed prior to or during the procedure. However, the benefits of attempting to save a tooth that could last a lifetime, often outweighs the risks of losing the tooth, as doing the root canal may allow you to keep a tooth that would otherwise need to be extracted.

As always, please discuss your concerns with your dentist or hygienist. Regular checkups are necessary. Your restored tooth, even without a nerve, can still develop cavities or gum disease. Refer to ADA.org for many dental topics. Email me @ [email protected]

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