The News of
MENANDS ACTIVITIES
Published by the Village of Menands
250 Broadway, Menands, NY 12204 Sheila M. Hyatt, Editor
VILLAGE BOARD MEETING
The Village Board meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, October 15, 2007. All meetings are open to the public and are handicap accessible.
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
A public hearing will be held on Thursday, October 18, 2007 at 7:00 P.M. in the Village Municipal Building for the purpose of considering the following applications for a variance: Michael Tangora, 293 Broadway, is requesting a variance to use the existing sign on the property at 293 Broadway. Anthony Nicholas, 242 Broadway, is requesting a variance to allow parking of non commercial vehicles on the property at 242 Broadway. David and Diana Hannoush, 12 Park Drive, are requesting a variance to reduce the setback requirements. Such public hearings are open to the public and are accessible to the handicapped. All are encouraged to attend or to present comments in writing.
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE CHANGES
Due to the observance of Columbus Day, the Village Office will be closed on Monday, October 8th and there will be no trash pick up. Monday’s trash pick up will be Tuesday, October 9th and Tuesday’s pick up will be Wednesday, October 10th . THERE WILL BE NO SPECIAL PICK UP ON WEDNESDAY.
MENANDS FIRE CO #1, INC
As part of Fire Prevention Week, the Menands Fire Co. will be having an Open House on October 10th at 7 p.m.
THANKS
Our thanks to the Menands Fire Dept., Police Dept., Jr. Baseball and Softball League, D.P.W., Village Board and the Community for their support of the Emergency Service Workers Appreciation Parade and Picnic. It was a special day and we could not have done it without the help of so many. Meg and Don
A lot of time and emotion went into organizing the recent “thank-you” parade – held for everyone who helped the fire department, the village and the Scott family get through a difficult time. We salute Donny Handerhan and Meg Grenier for a job well done – it was perfect. Scotty would have been proud. Sharon Murphy – thanks for the tissue!
The Handerhans
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations to Menands Resident Gregory Hirsch who was recently appointed a Public Safety Dispatcher for the Town of Colonie.
MENANDS SCHOOL
The Board of Education of the Menands UFSD will hold it’s regularly-scheduled meeting on Tuesday, October 9, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. This meeting is open to the public and is handicap accessible.
MENANDS PUBLIC LIBRARY
LAUNCHES FALL STORY HOURS
Drop in Storytime - Stories, songs and crafts for kids who are ages two to four. This storytime runs for about half an hour with time for social play afterward. Tuesdays at 10 a.m. (Starting October 9)
Lapsit Storytime - Simple stories, fingerplays, songs and rhymes for babies up to 24 months and their caregivers. There will be lots of fun for everyone and a chance to meet new friends. Thursdays at 10 a.m. (Starting October 11) Information please call 463-4035.
TAG - You’re it! The Menands Public Library is forming a tween/teen advisory group. This group will plan and host library events throughout the year. Kids ages 12 and up are invited to an informational movie and craft night Friday, October 26 from 7 to 9 p.m. We’ll be watching the cult classic “Saturday the 14th ”. There will be snacks and Halloween crafts.
Fall Film Series starts Tuesdays at 1 PM
Barbara Stanwyck’s 100th Birthday Party
Oct. 9th - THE LADY EVE
Oct. 16th - MEET JOHN DOE
Oct. 23rd - BALL OF FIRE
CAR WASH
Saturday, October 13th from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Northeast Career Planning, 339 Broadway, Menands behind Stewarts. Only $5.00. All proceeds go to benefit consumers served by Northeast Career Planning.
MENANDS YOUTH BASKETBALL
Boys and girls in grades 3 thru 8, who live in Menands are invited to participate in the Menands Youth Basketball program. Information sessions will be held October 18th and 23rd at Menands School 6:00 – 6:30 p.m. followed by 6:30-7:30 p.m. registration. Refreshments will be served. Call Program Dir. Ed Malone at 462-9433 or email– emalone@nycap.rr.com if you have any questions.
BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
The Beautification Committee Meeting will be held on Thursday, October 25th at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Courtroom located in the Village Office. ALL ARE WELCOME! If you cannot attend, but would like to help us with ideas please email me at LynTeriorsDec@aol.com.
PARKSIDE PRESCHOOL
The Bethany Presbyterian Church and Parkside PreSchool are pleased to announce a new program for children ages 18 months through 3 years. The Lyon Cubs will operate as a Nursery School program opening on Monday, October 15, 2007. Classes will be held Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. An age appropriate curriculum will foster social and cognitive development. A light mid-morning snack will be provided. Class size is limited. Scheduling is flexible based on a first come/first serve basis. For information and registration contact Debbie Koumjian at 449-2999.
CHICKEN BBQ AT PARKSIDE PRESCHOOL
Parkside PreSchool will be sponsoring Giffy’s Chicken BBQ Dinner on October 11th from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Bethany Presbyterian Church. Cost is $10 per dinner, which includes: ½ chicken, potato, cole slaw, dinner roll, drink and cookie. Dinners will be served on a first come first serve basis. Please come and support us if you can!
SPECIAL TOURS OF ALBANY RURAL CEMETERY
The Albany Trolleys are offering special tours that highlight the rich history of Albany Rural Cemetery under the guidance of Albany Rural’s President Peter Hess.
The Did You Know Tour highlights little-known facts about the cemetery, including that among those buried in Albany Rural are two Titanic survivors, three drafters of the Constitution, one U.S. President, and seven governors of four different states. The tour is scheduled for 10 a.m. on October 20.
The second special tour, Albany’s Political Graveyard, focuses on the once-powerful players in New York State government who have influenced history and are buried in Albany Rural. This tour is being offered at 10 a.m. on November 17.
Tours meet at the Chapel in Albany Rural (enter from Broadway in Menands). Refreshments will be served prior to the tours. Cost is $25 per person. Reservations are required by calling 518-462-3825.
For more information about these and other special tours aboard the Albany Trolleys or the Albany Aqua Ducts, visit www.albanyaquaducts.com.
WOUNDED WARRIORS PROJECT
On Thursday, November 8th the North Albany American Legion Post 1610 will be hosting the 2nd Annual Wounded Warriors Project. Please contact Tim Lane at 429-8550 for further information.
MENANDS SENIOR CITIZENS
On Tuesday, November 27, we will celebrate a Victorian Christmas in the Berkshires at the Williams Inn, a fabulous buffet and entertainment, too. Cost is $38. Contact Gert at 462-1860 or Pat at 436-8772.
Payment deadline is November 15. We are losing our members and we don’t want to go outside of Menands, help us raise our numbers by joining for $5. and raise our membership so we can continue offering our many trips and activities to our friends and neighbors.
FALL FESTIVAL IN MENANDS
Looking for something fun to do October 12th through the 14th ? Then come to the Festival in the Capital District Farmers Market (381 Broadway, Menands/Albany) sponsored by Saint Joan of Arc, Black Catholic Apostolate, Sacred Heart and Vietnamese Apostolate. Take a spin on an amusement ride, have fun with games to show off your skills, visit with local businesses and support organizations, get a start on holiday shopping with local and regional vendors, and dine on your favorite festival foods!
Hours for the Festival are:
Friday - October 12th - 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Saturday - October 13th - 11:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Sunday - October 14th - Noon - 5:00 p.m.
Bring your family and friends to enjoy activities and attractions for ALL ages! Proceeds to benefit local charities of Albany County. Some vendor booths are still available. For further information please contact Paul Rapello at 424-6854 or Robin Demers at 489-8876.
Items to be included in the next edition of the Menands Activities dated October 19, 2007 WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN THE VILLAGE OFFICE AFTER 9 A.M. October 15, 2007.
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