David W. Kirsimagi of Stephentown, a graduate of La Salle Institute in Troy, will attend Clarkson University in Potsdam, NY, as a member of the Class of 2017. Kirsimagi, who will be majoring in civil engineering, will begin studying at Clarkson in the fall.
“We look forward to having David join us on campus in August,” said Dean of Admissions Brian T. Grant.
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Wang Of Hoosick To Attend University Of Dayton
Fan Wang of Hoosick is attending the University of Dayton this fall as part of an incoming class that is the most selective in school history, as well as one of the most academically prepared and geographically diverse. The University welcomed about 1,900 first year students when classes started August 21.
“We are exceptionally pleased with the quality and the size of the incoming class,” said Sundar Kumarasamy, Vice President of Enrollment Management and Marketing. “With increasing competition in Ohio and nationally for a declining number of college-aged students, we are gratified to see the University of Dayton’s continued broad appeal all over the world. It’s a resounding endorsement of the academic quality and value of a Catholic, Marianist education.”
Wang comes to campus as part of the most competitive class in the University’s history. Only about one out of every two applicants was accepted, as competition to get into the private, Catholic university continues to rise. At 52 percent, overall selectivity is up nearly 30 percentage points in just a decade.
This is the first class to receive a four year financial plan with full disclosure of all costs and a pledge their scholarships and grants will grow dollar for dollar each year to match tuition increases. It’s part of a national call for transparency in college costs and has been very well received by parents and students, according to Kumarasamy.
Rev Tor To Play An Outdoor Concert At The New Lebanon Library
Kick off Labor Day weekend with Berkshire musician Tor Krautter, who will perform on the lawn at the New Lebanon Library on Friday, August 30, from 6 to 8 pm. With the use of a looping unit, Rev Tor creates tasty yet infectious grooves and performs a large repertoire of well crafted original tunes and classic rock/folk covers. This event is free and open to the public, although donations for the performer are appreciated
Krautter (aka Rev Tor) is best known as front man for the popular Rev Tor Band. Since the early 90s he has been a powerful presence on the east coast club and festival circuit, performing in venues from Maine to Florida. Rev Tor has worked with members of The Grateful Dead, Phish, The Allman Brothers and New Riders Of The Purple Sage and has performed at concerts with The Jerry Garcia Band, Charles Neville, Los Lobos and Leon Russell and has toured regularly with Grateful Dead keyboardist Tom Constanten.
The concert will be held on the patio in back of the Library. Should inclement weather occur, the concert will take place inside the building.
For further information, please call the Library at 518-794-8844. The Library is located at 550 State Route 20, ¼ mile north of the yellow blinking light at the intersection of Routes 20/22.
Stephentown Texas Hold’em
The Veterans of Stephentown will hold a Texas Hold’em Tournament on Saturday, September 7, in the Stephentown Fire Hall, located at 35 Grange Hall Road in Stephentown. The doors will open at 5 pm and close at 6 pm. Play begins at 6:15 sharp.
No advance registration is required, and a donation of $35 per player will be accepted. Players can make an additional $10 donation at the door for 1,000 extra chips. This tournament will pay one place for every 10 players with a minimum of four places.
A free buffet will be served at the first break.
For further information, please call Tom McVeigh at 518-658 2448.
Letter To The Editor – Love And Respect
Dear Editor:
“Love And Respect One Another.” These are the words on the gravestone of world famous sculptor Jose DeCreeft who lived from November 27, 1884, until September 11, 1982, and who spent his summers on Fog Hill Road in Hoosick. His grave lies behind Saint Mark’s Church next to Wood Park in Hoosick Falls.
It bothered me in some way to see some of our young people climbing on his gravestone and monument during the last concert of our Hoosick Falls Community Band season. I made an announcement asking them to stop doing it but to no avail. While it is hard to read the inscription on the stone it is clear the intent of the structure. It was also brought to my attention (since my back is to Main Street [when conducting]) that some young folks also climb on the newly constructed monument to the fallen service men of our community. In my opinion these acts should not be tolerated by us.
While audiences rise to the playing of our National Anthem, some young folks do not while others salute the flag during the performance. I even noticed a gentleman in a wheelchair, and with great difficulty, rise to his feet.
Probably the fault might lie with those of us who do not stress the importance of respecting that which others have built to honor others for all in the community to enjoy. While there have been awful acts of terrorism there has not been a war on our shores since the Civil War and for that we are thankful and should honor those who gave that supreme sacrifice and for whom the monument was erected.
It is my hope that the leadership among our young folks will show the others the proper way to conduct themselves and that will result in the end of the vandalism on the bandstand and the lack of respect for all that has been given us and this will provide for a better tomorrow.
Bill Gaillard, Director
Hoosick Falls Community Band
Letter To The Editor – Just For The Record…
To the editor:
In response to recent allegations made about the Town Highway Department not purchasing gravel from O’Donovan Sand & Gravel: the fact is, over the past few months the Town has spent $32,722.00 to date with another bill pending from O’Donovan Sand & Gravel. Statements about the Highway Department and other offices made public just for the sake of elections or any other reasons are unwarranted. The Town Highway Superintendent and Town Supervisor are available to discuss any questions or concerns the public may have at any time.
Siegfried Krahforst
Petersburgh Town Supervisor
Letter To The Editor – Making Fun?
To the Editor:
Regarding the August 16, 2013 article “New Lebanon Town Board Action – Unreality Show,” the fact that current New Lebanon Town Supervisor Mike Benson makes fun of so many things – like my asking about his refusal to follow NYS law by not posting his Town Board meeting agendas on our Town website and other concerns of his constituents – is just one of the many, many reasons why some of us will be voting for Matt Larabee for Supervisor on November 5.
Trina Porte
Planning Board Member
Canaan Road, New Lebanon
Editor’s Note: At the last Town Meeting Supervisor Benson said about video recording the meetings, “It would save me from having to correct Trina Porte at each meeting.”
Twilight Kayak Tours At Dyken Pond
The Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center is offering twilight kayak tours on September 3 and September 11 and a full moon kayak tour on September 19 from 6 to 8 pm. These programs are limited to 12 boats so pre-registration is required and can be done by contacting the center at dykenpond@fairpoint.net or 658-2055. Kayaks can be rented for $10 or you can bring your own.
The Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center, located at 475 Dyken Pond Road, Cropseyville, is a Rensselaer County Park open daily during daylight hours for hiking, fishing and non-motor boating. Canoes and kayaks are available for rent each day from 9 am until 3 pm. Call for more information and a complete schedule of our summer events. A complete list of programs can be found at www.dykenpond.org.
Pets In The Park At GLSP
Grafton Lakes State Park will host the second annual Pets in the Park Day on Saturday, September 14. The event will take place at the Deerfield Pavilion from 11 am to 3 pm and is free with Park admission. Local pet rescue agencies will be in attendance with adoptable dogs, including Pepper Tree Rescue, Forever Home Grey Hounds, Mohawk Hudson Humane Society and Out of the Pits. There will be many vendors of pet goods and pet care groups in attendance, including All Dawgs Training Services which will assist attendees with their dog training questions. Other attractions include a dog play area and guided hikes.
There will also be food, a bake sale and raffles. Live music will be provided by the Stray Dogs with Brunswick Barbeque and Brew selling food at the event as well. All proceeds from the raffles and bake sale will be donated to the rescue agencies.
For more information about Pets in the Park, please call the Park office at 518-279-1155.
Fall Home-School Series At Dyken Pond
The Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center is offering a home-school series this fall for students of all ages every Tuesday for six weeks beginning September 10 and running until October 15. Each Tuesday a program will offer a different theme and will run from 1 to 4 pm. Programs will teach students about tree identification, differences in ecosystems, wildlife studies and general ecology. There is a $5 per student fee, and students can attend any or all programs. A complete list of programs can be found at www.dykenpond.org. Pre-registration is required to help with planning and can be done by contacting the Center at dykenpond@fairpoint.net or 518-658-2055.