The News of
MENANDS ACTIVITIES
Published by the Village of Menands
250 Broadway, Menands, NY 12204 Ann Bacher, Editor
NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS - HYDRANT FLUSHING BEGINS MONDAY, MAY 16th
The Village of Menands Water Department will begin the yearly flushing of the water system on Monday, May 16th. Flushing will be completed by approximately May 23rd; all flushing of hydrants will be conducted between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. Residents might notice discoloration in their water and should be aware this is normal and not harmful. However, residents are cautioned to check their water before doing laundry. Simply by letting the faucets run will clear up the discoloration after the flushing is completed each day.
William T. Smith, Jr.
Clerk-Treasurer
ATTENTION RESIDENTS
Is your house number clearly visible from the street, both during the day and at night. During an emergency seconds do count, so help out our Police & Emergency personnel to identify your house. Information is available at the Police Station on E911 requirements.
MENANDS LIBRARY SPRING FILM SERIES
Every Tuesday at 1pm until May 24th the Menands Public Library will be showing a film starring Dustin Hoffman. The upcoming films are as follows:
May 10th - Marathon Man
May 17th - Tootsie
May 24th - Runaway Jury
RUMMAGE/BAKE SALE
Bethany Presbyterian Church is holding its annual rummage and bake sale on Saturday, May 7th from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Persons interested in donating items for the sale should call the church at 463-8217 or Paula Murphy at 465-6361 to arrange a time to drop off the donated items.
MOTHER’S DAY BREAKFAST
Village residents are invited to a Mother’s Day Breakfast from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 8th in the church hall of Bethany Presbyterian Church, 21 North Lyons Avenue. Breakfast will be prepared and served by Bethany’s youth group and donations for the REACH Workcamp mission project will be accepted. For information call Roger Collen at 436-3590.
BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
Beautification committee will be meeting on Wednesday, May 11th @ 7 p.m in the Firehouse. One of the topics to be discussed will be Village cleanup. All are welcome to attend.
MENANDS YOUTH BASEBALL, SOFTBALL
& T-BALL
Opening day parade will be Saturday, May 7th. The youth league would like to thank the Village and its employees for all the improvements being made to the Village Park
WATERVLIET YOUTH SOCCER
The second registration for Fall 2005 recreation soccer will be Friday, May 13th 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. & Saturday May 14th
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Watervliet Civic Center @ 14th & 2nd Ave.. Children ages 5-12 yrs from Menands, Green Island, Maplewood & Watervliet participate in this league.
LAST CHANCE TO TAKE ROTORY SPONSORED DEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSE
The Rotary Club of Menands sponsored Defensive Driving Course will take place on Saturday May 7th. The NYS Department of Motor Vehicles approved Defensive Driving Course will be held on the second floor of the Village Fire House (Located on Broadway/Rte. 32 in Menands) starting at 8:00 a.m. The pre registration fee cost of this course is still only $29. Taking this class can lower your insurance costs and can effect any points you might have. The Boy Scouts will offer lunch on the day of the Class. Class size is limited. To make a reservation or if you have any questions contact Peter Mason (449-8711).
SUMMER SOCCER CAMP
Soccer Camp at the Schuyler Flats hosted by the Watervliet Soccer Club. Instruction will be provided by M.L.S. players from England. Open to Children 5-13 years old. Camp will be August 1st thru August 5th starting at 5 p.m. for more information contact Trisha Meachon at 271-6077
MENANDS SENIOR CITIZENS
Tuesday, June 21st the Club will take a trip on Lake George leaving Bethany at 10:30 a.m. for lunch at the Fort William Henry Lodge followed by a cruise on beautiful Lake George. Possible stop at outlets on our return home. Call Flora Caswell for reservations at 434-0916. Cost – approximately $22.00.
Tuesday, June 28, Senior Annual Picnic at Ganser-Smith Park. All activities will be available, further information in coming Activities.
Tuesday, July 19th, A trip to Cooperstown for a boat ride on the “Glimmerglass”, lunch at the Hotel Otsego, tour of the town and a stop at the Fly Creek Cider Mill. Cost - $35.00. For reservations, please call Marion Kirby at 436-8207.
Also late in August there will be a 3-day trip to Lake Champlain with several shows, meals and lots of other good things at a very good price. For more information and details, please call Flora Caswell at 434-0916.
MENANDS SCHOOL NEWS
BUDGET INFORMATION HEARING: Monday,
May 9, 2005, 6:30 p.m.
The regular Board of Education meeting will be held on Monday, May 9, 2005 immediately after the Annual Information Meeting. All meetings are open to the public and handicap accessible
PERSONAL REGISTRATION DAY: Wednesday,
May 11, 2005, 3:00 -8:00 p.m.
ANNUAL BUDGET VOTES AND ELECTIONS: Tuesday, May 17, 2005, noon to 9:00 p.m …. school foyer
to adopt the annual budget of the Menands UFSD
to elect one Board of Education Member to a 5-year term
to elect one Board of Education Member to a 3-year term
to adopt the annual budget of the Menands Public Library
to elect one Library Board of Trustee Member to a 5-year term
MENANDS ROTARY OFFERS HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS LEADERSHIP TRAINING SCHOLARSHIP
From June 26 through June 30 Rotary District 7190 will be holding the RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awads) at the College of St. Rose. The Rotary Club of Menands will sponsor a fully funded scholarship to enable a Menands High School Junior to attend. Current high school juniors at ANY high school but residing in Menands are encouraged to apply for this scholarship. Approximately sixty youth from schools in a nine county area will attend and develop their leadership skills. RYLA features challenging activities, workshops, speakers, sports, music and more! Applications are now available at the Village office and the Menands School. The deadline for submitting completed applications is May 27th. If you have any questions contact John Stangle at 434-2922.
POP WARNER FOOTBALL REGISTRATION
Watervliet Pop Warner Football Association invites Menands youth to register in its program. Registration for all players and cheerleaders, age 5 (Flag Football) to age 12 (Pee Wee Division) will be held on Saturday, May 14th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Watervliet Little League Concession Stand, 25TH St. and 6th Ave., Watervliet. Registration fees for this season are: $20 flag + $20 Jersey with your child’s name to keep; $50 Tackle & Cheerleaders; $85 per Family. Free Pop Warner Kickoff Magazine for your child. Free Physical Exam. Certified trained coaches.
Divisions Ages Weight Range
Flag 5-7 None
Mitey-Mite 7-9 45-90lbs
Jr. Pee-Wee 8-10 55-100 lbs
Over/Lighter 11 55-80 lbs
Pee-Wee 9-11 70-115 lbs
Over/Lighter 12 70-95 lbs
Items to be included in next edition of the Menands Activities, dated May 20, 2005, must be received in the Village Office by 9 a.m. Monday, May 16th.
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