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Petersburgh FD Charlie Hot Dog Fund Raiser

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The first Petersburgh Fire Auxiliary Charlie Hot Dog Fund Raiser was such a success that the Auxiliary has decided to do it again! Get your Charlie Hot Dogs at the Petersburgh Fire House on Friday, September 19, from 3 pm until the dogs are gone. Last time we sold out in just a little over two hours. Pre-orders may be called in ahead of time to Janet at 658-3053 or Maureen at 658-3325.  The prices are $.75 ea., $ 4.50 for a  dozen and $ 9 for a dozen.

 Auxiliary President Maureen Seel said, “We hope that the community will stop by to support our endeavor and let us cook dinner for them!”

Poestenkill Library’s Market Day On The Green

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On Saturday, September 13, Poestenkill’s Town Green will come alive with browsers and buyers at the Library’s eighth annual Fall Market Day from 9 am to 1 pm.

Market Day Chair Karen Cardamone said that Fall Market Day always features thousands of books for all ages of readers, perennials and houseplants, baked goods and a Harvest Table. Chili and hot dogs are available at lunchtime.

The rain date for Fall Market Day it Sunday, September 14.

Boy Scout Troop 222 News

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Boy Scout Troop 222 is sponsoring a spaghetti dinner fund-raiser on Saturday, September 13, at the Taborton Church from 4 to 7 pm. The meal will consist of spaghetti with meatballs or sausage, a salad, bread, a beverage and dessert. The cost is $6.50 for adults, $4 for kids aged 5 to 10 and free for kids under 5. This event is open to the public. If you have questions or need directions, email Lori Cocca at coccafam@yahoo.com.

Open House

Be an outdoorsman. Troop 222 will show you how. Come meet the Troop at an open house on Monday, September 15, from 6:30 to 8 pm at the Petersburgh Veterans Memorial Hall. A parent or guardian must come with you.

Boy Scouts is open to all boys in grades six through twelve. For more information, please call, Scott Cocca at 674-3294 or Joe Burdick at 733-6975.

St. Mary’s Academy Celebrates 117 Years Of Catholic School Education

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The first day of school finds Drew Phillips and Mary Peters hard at work in the science lab and happy to be back at St. Mary’s Academy.  This year St. Mary’s Academy welcomes 165 students, which represents a 6.5% increase in enrollment from last year. St. Mary’s Academy has expanded the Pre-k 4 program in partnership with the Hoosick Falls CSD and the Universal Pre-kindergarten (UPK) program funded by New York State.  In addition to welcoming our students, we also welcome our newest staff members, Mrs. Melissa Cleary – grade five, Mrs. Gretchen Ruebel – grade four and Mrs. Phyllis Chapman – Art.  If you are interested in enrolling your child at St. Mary’s Academy, please contact Mrs. Martin at 518-686-4314.

It’s A Whale Of A Class

Fifth grade students at St. Mary’s Academy proudly show off their Kindergarten Science Fair project to their new teacher, Mrs. Melissa Cleary.  The whale was designed and labeled as part of their project during the 2005-2006 school year and has been lovingly moved to each new classroom at SMA.  We know that Mrs. Cleary will grow to love it as much as her new students.

St. Mary’s Academy Golf Scramble A Huge Success

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Kevin Gorman, George Smith, Taylor Bellemare and Brian Wysocki won the Annual St. Mary’s Academy Golf Scramble. In front, Miles and Matthew Smith join in the fun.

Kevin Gorman, George Smith, Taylor Bellemare and Brian Wysocki won the Annual St. Mary’s Academy Golf Scramble. In front, Miles and Matthew Smith join in the fun.

Despite the change of date due to rainy weather, St. Mary’s Academy’s Annual Golf Scramble on Friday, August 22, made over $6,500 for the school. The weather was perfect for the 60 golfers who came out in support of St. Mary’s. Joanie James was a hit at the grill providing everyone with a lunch of burgers and hot dogs in memory of her brother, Bob Burns, SMA Class of 1955. 

The winning team, sponsored by Mahar Funeral Home, was made up of George Smith, Kevin Gorman, Taylor Bellemare and Brian Wysocki. George Smith was also the big winner of $250 in the Ball Drop but generously donated his winnings back to St. Mary’s.

St. Mary’s would like to thank everyone who helped in any way to make our annual event so successful. We couldn’t have done it without the help of Mike Baratto, Scott McCart and George Smith at the Hoosick Falls Country Club and all those who sponsored a hole, donated prizes for the raffle, made food or supported the Ball Drop and raffle.

Junior Golfer Wins 2008 Men’s Hoosick Falls Country Club Championship

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Three weeks after winning the HFCC Junior Club Championship, sixteen  year old Taylor Bellemare overcame a four shot deficit with a one under par 67 on Sunday. Bellemare’s thirty-six hole total of 143 was three shots better than two time Club Champion Kevin Gorman, Sr. Gorman held the first round lead with a four over par 72. Joe DuBuke finished third in the Championship Flight with a 77 – 72 total of 149.

First Flight winner Steve Wilson’s scores of 79-77 (156) put him three shots ahead of Josh Wysocki’s 80 -79 (179).

Other Winners

Third Flight, Kurt Landry 81-85 (166)

Men’s Senior – Mike Shea 74 – 77 (151)

Men’s Super Senior – Leo Bartoski

Ladies Club Champion – Peg Crossman 

Over All Net Winner – Kurt Landry (60-64) 124

Hoosick Falls Soccer Club to Host Adult Soccer Games

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The Hoosick Falls Soccer Club will be hosting Adult Soccer Games through the Fall. Games will be played every Sunday at 5 pm at the George Helft Soccer Complex on South Street in Hoosick. Directions can be found online at http://www.hoosickfallssoccer.org/directions.html.  

Teams will be selected each week based on experience. Club Trainer Gareth Isaac will be overseeing the program and help organize the weekly teams.

No experience is necessary. The intent of this program is to provide the community and surrounding areas an outlet to enjoy a physically enriching activity. Adults are encouraged to learn the beautiful game while enjoying the benefits of exercising and meeting new people in a great atmosphere.

To learn more about the Hoosick Falls Soccer Club or our Adult Soccer Games call Gareth Isaac at 518-686-9505.

Fighting Irish Dominate Again In 31-0 Win Over Schuylerville

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Running back Mark Hackett escorts quarterback Willy Bradley through the Schuylerville defense for a gain. Photo by Steve Bradley.

Running back Mark Hackett escorts quarterback Willy Bradley through the Schuylerville defense for a gain. Photo by Steve Bradley.

 

The coaches of the Hoosick Falls Fighting Irish have really got their team clicking on all cylinders at this point of the young season. After a first week 56 – 6 victory over visiting Hoosic Valley, the Irish traveled to Schuylerville Sunday to take on a team coming off a 68 – 0 win the previous week. Hoosick Falls wasted little time in letting their opponents know they came to play. With an overpowering offense and a smothering defense, the Irish got out to a big first quarter lead and never looked back.

Sunday, Sept. 21, the Irish will host Vermont at 1 pm at HFCS. If you want to see some exciting live football, come on over and watch this team in action. Admission is free and there is food and drink sales.

Stephentown Seniors Club To Celebrate Its 40th Anniversary

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The Stephentown Senior Citizen Club will celebrate its 40th Anniversary with an Open House on Saturday, September 27, at the Fire Hall in Stephentown from 2 to 4 pm. All are welcome!

The Club, founded in 1968, has continuously served the community and senior citizens by providing Fellowship, Recreation, Education and Community Service activities.

Fellowship – The group meets twice a month. An annual picnic, Thanksgiving dinner and Christmas Party give members a chance to socialize and enjoy the seasons, as do the occasional covered dish dinner, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day dinners and the annual Halloween party.

Recreation – Well planned day trips and at least one overnight trip during the year gives members and guests an opportunity to have a much needed day away from home and an affordable mini-vacation. This is an area where the community gives back to the seniors for their years of service with much needed and appreciated money for bus  trips.

Education – A top priority of the Club is to inform and refer its members and guests to appropriate vendors and agencies to meet their needs. Invited guest speakers have given presentations on Alzheimer’s disease, exercises designed for seniors, hearing aid devices, prevention of falls, veterans benefits, the Stephentown Library and its activities and the Town Supervisor on the goals of his office. The Club refers members to the County agencies that provide HEAP, home improvements, meals on wheels and other concerns of the aging.

Community Service Activities – The Club supports the Food Pantry with food and donations of money, visits to nursing homes and hand knitted and crocheted hats and mittens for children in need. The Club makes available for loan to the community: walkers, canes, commodes, shower seats, wheelchairs and toilet seat extenders. The Club also participates in the Veterans Day Parade with a float with many of its seniors riding on the float or carrying flags.

We are proud to be continuing the dreams of those dedicated people who 40 years ago recognized the value of the seniors in the community and who organized the Stephentown Senior Citizen Club.

Grafton Lakes State Park Invites Artists To The Park This Fall

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Grafton Lakes State Park invites artists to portray the Park’s fall scenery on Sundays from September 21 through October 12 (Columbus Day weekend).  Registered participants in the Art in the Park program will receive free Sunday admission to the Park to paint, draw or photograph in exchange for submitting a piece in the Silent Art Auction at the Winter Festival on January 24, 2009.

The Park’s forests, wildlife and lakes make for spectacular autumn scenery and an ample supply of inspiration.  The pieces will be displayed and auctioned at the Winter Festival, which was attended by nearly 2,000 people last year.  Artists will split the proceeds of the auction with the Fr

iends of Grafton Lakes State Park, a group that supports the Park’s environmental education programs. 

Participants can register at the ticket booth on weekends or at the Park Office Monday-Friday to receive an Art in the Park pass. You can also call the Park naturalists to register for Art in the Park at 279-1155 and have a pass mailed to you. Space is limited – call soon to get your pass.  

For more information about other events at Grafton Lakes State Park this fall, you may also visit www.nysparks.com.