The Stephentown Memorial Library is planning a Halloween party for Stephentown children, in association with the Town. If you are interested in participating in planning or helping at the event, please call Laurenne Teachout, Library Director, at 733-5750.
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Berlin Fire Dept. Breakfast
On Sunday, October 5, from 7 to 11 am, the Berlin Fire Department will be holding its monthly breakfast. Breakfast includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, French toast, biscuits with homemade sausage gravy, bacon and sausage, home fries, toast and eggs (sunny side up, over easy or over hard, scrambled). Beverage choice is coffee or tea (both available as decaf), hot chocolate, milk and orange juice.
The price is $8 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-12 and free for children under 5. Take-outs are available by calling 658-2890.
Sullivan-Jones VFW Breakfast
The Sullivan-Jones VFW in Poestenkill will be having its monthly buffet breakfast Sunday, October 14, from 8 to 11 am. Breakfast includes eggs, home fries, sausage, bacon, pancakes, French toast sticks, fruit, coffee, tea and more. The cost for adults is $8, $4 for children 6 to 12 years old and free for children 5 years and under. This month we will also be starting omelets which includes ham, peppers, onions and cheese (American, cheddar, or mozzarella) for an additional $2.
The Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW will be holding a bake sale during breakfast and will also be taking orders for Thanksgiving pies.
Grafton VFD And Ladies Auxiliary Breakfast
The Grafton Volunteer Fire Department along with the Grafton Ladies Auxiliary will be serving an All You Can Eat Buffet Breakfast on Saturday, October 25, from 8 to 11 am at the Grafton VFW – Fire Hall on South Road (County Route 85). Belgian waffles, pancakes, French toast, eggs (made to order), sausage gravy & biscuits, bacon, sausage, home fries, toast, orange juice, coffee and milk are on the menu.
The cost is $9 per adult, $4 for kids 12 and under and free for kids five and under. We look forward to serving you!
Stephentown Texas Hold’em
The Veterans of Stephentown will hold a Texas Hold’em Tournament on Saturday, October 11, in the Stephentown Fire Hall, located at 35 Grange Hall Road in Stephentown. The doors will open at 5:30 pm and close at 6 pm. Play begins at 6:15 sharp.
No advance registration is required. A donation of $35 per player will be accepted and give the player 6,000 in chip value. Players can make an additional $10 donation at the door for 2,000 extra in chip value. This tournament will pay one place for every ten players with a minimum of four places and a maximum of nine places.
A free buffet will be served at the first break, and refreshments will be available.
For further information, please call Tom MacVeigh at 518-658-2448.
Full Moon Paddle At Dyken Pond Center
Come out on October 7, from 6 to 8 pm for our last full moon paddle of the year at Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center. This guided tour is the perfect way to experience our lake surrounded by fall foliage and watch the full moon rise. Kayak tours are limited to 15 people. Canoes or kayaks can be rented at a rate of $10 per boat. Pre-registration is required, and boaters must be 16 years or older.
22nd Annual Bird Seed Sale Fundraiser For Dyken Pond
Order a premium bag of bird seed while supporting the programs of the Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center. Proceeds from this fundraiser go towards scholarships for children at the Summer Nature Camp and land protection efforts. Stock up to last the winter!
Seed And Prices
Premium Mixed – 40 lb. bag – $22
Niger – 20 lb. bag – $18
Sunflower Hearts 20 lb. bag – $25
Black Oil Sunflower – 40 lb. bag – $25
Hi-Energy Suet Cakes – $2 each
Order By October 12
The last day to order is Sunday, October 12. Pick-up date and time is Saturday, October 18, between 9 am and 12 noon at Capital Agway, 1333 NY 7, Troy. A 10% discount will be offered on any bird related items purchased at Agway during pickup. Arrangements can also be made for pick-up at the Rensselaer County Government Center or at the Dyken Pond Center.
To order, contact Nick Conrad at nbconrad@msn.com. All orders by email will be confirmed and payment accepted on pick up day.
Picturing Nature: A Nature Photography Series At The Dyken Pond Center
The Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center is hosting a two part nature photography series taught by Scott and Denise Stoner on October 11 and 18 from 10 am to 12 pm.
The first session will cover cameras, lenses, light, composition, focus, aperture, and shutter speed. Participants will then have a week to practice their new skills. The second session will critique participants’ new photos and cover basic editing techniques. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Any style camera is welcome, even cell phones. Please contact the Center at 518-658-2055 to register. The fee is $30 for non-members; $25 for members.
Community Dance At SLCA
Come join your friends and neighbors at the Sand Lake Center for the Arts for a fun, easy, community dance on Sunday, October 5, at 1:30 pm. There will be live music provided by Set Americain, a local dance band, two members of which, Steve and Betsy Fry, live in Averill Park. The band specializes in the traditional music of Quebec, New England, Ireland and Europe.
Gail Griffith, also from the Averill Park area, will teach fun, simple dances from around the U.S. and the world for every age and ability. No experience is needed, and no partner is needed. All dances will be taught – circles, contras and squares.
Tickets cost $8 for adults and $5 for those under 18. Reservations can be made at 518-674-2007 or www.slca-ctp.org. SLCA is located at 2880 NY 43, Averill Park, NY, and is fully handicapped accessible. There is plenty of free parking.
A Scavenger Hunt For Kids At The Dyken Pond Center
Grab your little one and come out on October 11 from 1:30 to 3:30 pm for a fun, easy hike and craft at the Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center. We will discuss how the plants and animals of Dyken Pond adapt to survive the winter while we collect nature items on our list. We will use the collected items to create a nature craft that can be brought home. This program is free and open to all ages.
Contact the Center for more information at 658-2055 or dykenpond@fairpoint.net or visit www.dykenpond.org for directions and a complete schedule of our fall events.