10/15/2010
PUBLIC HEARING AND VILLAGE BOARD MTG.
There will be a public hearing on October 18th at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of amending Sec. 169 of the Code of the Village of Menands Zoning Law and Zoning Map with respect to the reclassification of 30 and 36 Wards Lane from R2 to R4. The Board Meeting will follow immediately afterwards. All meetings are open to the public and are handicap accessible.
NOVEMBER TRASH SCHEDULE
Election Day, November 2nd, will be a regular Trash Collection Day.
The Village Office and Court Office will be closed on Election Day, November 2nd.
Due to the observance of Veteran’s Day, Thursday, November 11th, recycling pick up will be changed as follows: Thursday’s pick up will be Wednesday and Friday’s pick up will remain the same. There will be NO special pick up on Wednesday, November 10th.
There will be only three (3) Special Trash Pick Up Days in November, as follows: November 3rd, 17th and 24th. Please plan accordingly.
LEAF MACHINE
Beginning Wednesday, October 20th thru Friday, December 3rd – weather permitting. The DPW will pick up leaves that are raked on the edge of the road/street (DPW cannot pickup leaves not on the street). Mulched leaves and grass should be bagged. Branches, limbs, etc. should be cut in 3 ft. lengths. We do NOT accept any dirt in the biodegradable bags. Please remember that it takes DPW anywhere from 7 to 14 days to go thru the Village depending on the amount of leaves at the side of the road.
YOUTH ORGANIZATION
The Youth Organization will be hosting the annual Halloween Party on Sunday, October 31st from 3-5 p.m. The parade will start at the firehouse promptly at 3:00 and march to the party in the park. There will be food and refreshments. If there are any questions please contact Brianna DiBiase at 469-7726. Hope to see you there in your scary wear!
MENANDS FIRE COMPANY NEWS
The monthly meeting of the Menands Fire Company #1 will be held on Tuesday, November 2, 2010 at 8:00 p.m. at the Firehouse. All fire company members are invited to attend.
MENANDS FIRE COMPANY AUXILIARY
The Ladies Auxiliary of Menands Fire Co. #1 will be holding their annual Bake Sale on November 2nd (Election Day) from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the truck floor of the firehouse. Any donations will be appreciated. Don’t forget to VOTE!
MENANDS SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION
The Menands School Board of Education will meet on October 18, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. in the library of the school.
WE’VE MOVED…..BOY SCOUT TROOP 99
The Scouts of Menands Troop 99 continue to hold their bottle, plastic and can drive. However, the collection bin has been moved to the Menands Fire Department on Broadway. Please continue to support us. We gratefully thank the Village of Menands and the Menands Fire Department. for their support during our fundraiser. The Drive will continue through December 4th.
ANNUAL FAMILY FUN AND WALK FOR BREAST CANCER CURE DAY
Sunday, October 17th at Ganser-Smith Park in Menands there will be a community walk (registration opens at 11:00 a.m.). $5 children, $10 adults and $30 family max. Walk will begin at 12:30 p.m. in the vicinity of the park and motorists are asked to be aware of walkers and dog owners are reminded to keep their dogs confined in compliance with the leash law during this event. Fun activities, food and basket raffle to follow the walk. Contact Meg Grenier with any questions at 463-5196.
MENANDS SENIOR CITIZENS
On October 19th, we will go to the PLATZL BRAHAUS, Pomona, N.Y. for an “OCTOBERFEST. Cost $40. There are still vacancies. See Peggy or Marge.
On October 28th, Menands Police Officer Tim Savery will come to our monthly meeting and talk about fraud, scams and safety for seniors to be aware of.
On November 9th, we will once again try our luck at TURNING STONE CASINO, Verona, N.Y. Package includes: $25 free play in casino or $20.00 bingo bucks and $5 toward food. Cost $10. See Diane L.
Reminder: Come in person to prepay and sign up at Bethany Church Hall for any of the trips on Thursdays from 10:00 to 2:00 p.m.
MENANDS PUBLIC LIBRARY
Library’s fall film series will focus on Hollywood’s Dangerous Ladies: Rita Hayworth and Glenn Close. These stars have made a career by making trouble. Especially for the men who love them.
Rita Hayworth
October 19th - Cover Girl - We should never forget that Rita was a great dancer.
October 26th - Gilda - Rita becomes a legend. The object of desire. With Glenn Ford
HISTORIC ST. AGNES CEMETERY OF MENANDS
Drawing lesson offered Oct. 15th from 1 – 3 p.m. in Historic St. Agnes Cemetery. Artist Randi Bentley will provide one on one instruction in architectural and nature drawing using classical-style mausoleums and various types of trees within the Cemetery as subjects. Cost $10. Registration is required as class size is limited. Please call Kelly Grimaldi at 463-0134 or email: KellyAnn.Grimaldi@RCDA.org
Items to be included in the next edition of the Menands Activities dated October 29, 2010 WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN THE VILLAGE OFFICE AFTER 9 A.M. Monday, October 25, 2010.
The News of Menands Activities Published by the Village of Menands 250 Broadway, Menands, NY 12204 Village Office Tel. (518) 434-2922 Web Address: villageofmenands.com Email address:villageofmenands@hotmail.com Sheila M. Hyatt, Editor