Valley Pennysaver 3.17.12

March 17, 2012

Volumee 22 •• Numberr 35

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Sage Stinson raised almost$400 for the Ronald

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Ronald McDonald House Charities of theCapital Region, Inc. promotes the health,development and well being of children andtheir families. This is accomplished throughthe Ronald McDonald House, a home awayfrom home for families of seriously ill chil-dren, and by creating and supporting pro-grams that directly improve the lives of chil-dren and their families.The cornerstone Ronald McDonald Houseprogram began in 1974 based on a simpleidea: Provide a "home away from home" forfamilies of seriously ill children receivingtreatment at nearby hospitals. Since thattime, more than 10 million families aroundthe world have benefited from the comfortprovided by a Ronald McDonald House.Donations may be made by sent to 139South Lake Ave., Albany, NY 12208 or visitw w w . r m h c o f a l b a n y . o r g / l e n d - a -hand/donate.cfm Call 518-438-2655 for more information


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Hello Again,

It’s time we rev-up our engines again, and renew our dreams to convert upstate New

York — Palatine Corridor into a prosperous reality.

In an earlier edition of Hello Again, we chatted about a dream, a dream that led New York

State to become the great Empire State. One of the greatest industrial powerhouses in

the Western Hemisphere — certainly the leader in the United States.

Governor Dewitt Clinton’s dream was to build a super canal waterway system

connecting the Atlantic Ocean at New York City, up the Hudson River to the Albany area,

and then heading west across New York State via a canal system connecting with the west.

Factories and other businesses popped up along the barge canal creating one of the

most important and powerful industrial zones in the world. A tradesman could lose his

place of employment and have a new one the same day. Fortunes were made. A great and

wonderful way of life flourished.

Houses, schools, churches, higher education institutions, parks, villages, retailers, farmers,

roads with bridges all played a part in this great new world. It was truly a boom area.

They dreamed and built factories, huge and small, some grew to be giants, creating a

wonderful, prosperous way of life. Now most of those factories are gone, leaving behind

one great question: What happened?

I believe many answers could be presented. New York State and Federal government

interference, labor unions growing too large and powerful demanding more from the

factories than the marketplace could bear. Taxes, businesses failing to change with the

changing times; the dreamers grew old and died. Sure, all of these played a part but I

believe what really happened... men and women stopped dreaming, planning, building.

Possibly the banks found other easier ways to lend money and made it nearly impossible

for new, and even old established businesses, to borrow needed funds. People just stopped

doing what worked, stopped dreaming, planning, and acting.

Except for pleasure boating, the once great commercial barge canal, which passed

through the very heart of hundreds of our villages, creating thousands of business

opportunities has all but stopped being used commercially. Now we have a great business

enemy called the New York State Thomas E. Dewey Thruway. Cars, trucks, buses full of

money-spending people can get on the thruway, travel from the greatest city in the

Western Hemisphere — New York City — travel north to Albany, our capital, and drive

west into Northern Pennyslvania and never have a business or personal comfort reason

to visit any of our villages along its pathway. They can buy gas, food, enjoy comfort

stations, rest areas, and never leave Thruway-controlled property. They do leave behind

engine smoke and some road noise.

Now where is all this negative chatter leading? Simply stated, it’s

time for another new, big, powerful dream-tag it “Fred’s Folly” if you

choose! Let’s dream together.

Right here under our noses we have one of the greatest gold mine

potentials and opportunities. A gold mine so big and endless that it

would be impossible to place an estimate on its potential value. It’s

ours to tap in to.


Remember, “When one door closes, another will open.” In the 1950’s the fantastic

Thomas E. Dewey N.Y. Thruway opened. This opening robbed our area of tons of business

because travelers no longer needed to use Route 5 and 20. Businesses by the thousands

dried up.

Now this closed door can be opened and we can use the Thruway to build our own gold

mine. Every hour of every day, 365 days a year, cars, buses, campers, trucks by the

hundreds of thousands drive through our valley heading either east or west. Very few stop

here. Why?

If you have been wondering where will the customers come from to support our dream

of factory outlet stores, specialty shops such as a Christmas store, teddy bear store,

American Doll, or a Nashville-type music hall here in the Palatine Corridor you will find the

following data interesting. Seventy-five thousand vehicles every day use the Thruway,

which means over 27 million cars each year. The population of Albany County is 304,204.

Saratoga County 219,607. Schenectady County 154,727. Schoharie County 32,749.

Fulton County 55,531. Montgomery County 50,219. Hamilton County 4,836. Herkimer

County 64,519. Otsego County 62,259. Oneida County 234,878.

Total population within a one-hour drive from our Palatine Corridor: three million, eight

hundred fifty-three thousand, eight hundred sixty nine (3,853,869). Plus 27 million cars

annually on the Thruway, or 75,000 daily.

If 1-2 percent of these people visited our Palatine dream area, we would have so many

job opportunities a “job jumper” could change places of employment at will. Our school and

property tax would be basically wiped out. Our share of the sales tax would drive our

politicians giddy.

If we build, they will come.

Enough serious chatter. It’s time for a little Irish blarney.

The farmer had just been pulled over to the curb for speeding. The officer, pad in hand,

approached the car.

“O.K.” snapped the officer. “What’s your name?” “Aloysius Glouctershire

Merkowitzskyvitch III,” the driver replied.

“Well,” the cop said, pocketing his ticket book. “Don’t let me catch you again.”

*******

Just about the time a fellow is cured of swearing, it’s time to file another income tax.

******

A young lad was questioned by his minister. “Why do you lie so much?” I’m practicing to

be a weather reporter, he replied.

*******

We will be home again in April and at that time will attempt to form a Palatine Corridor

business advisory group. If you believe you would like to participate, please write to:

Palatine Corridor Group, PO Box 121, Palatine Bridge, NY 13428

If you start each day talking with your Heavenly Father, he will walk along with you.

Fred Lee and the Lee Family


PUBLIC NOTICE

For Village & Town of St. JohnsvilleResidents and Surrounding Areas

Informational meeting for our New Radio Station will be

held at St. Pauls Lutheran Church, 32 W. Main Street,

Next to NBT Bank on March 19th at 6pm. Plan to attend

this meeting if you have any questions or concerns, and

to help get this project underway again for our village.

Refreshments will be servedAny Questions Please Call 1-315-724-1771

Concernedd Citizens

Hank Brown

WE PAY CASH!for all types of

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Antique Auction – PedalCars, Taxidermy, Furni-ture, Collectibles andmore! Saturday March24th at 10:00 am @ 14Bridge Street, St.Johnsville, N.Y. For moreinformation call (518)993-4668

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FOR RENT: One large 5bedroom, 2 bath house,in the town of Dolgevillefor $750 a month plusutilities, and securitydeposit required. Pleasecall 315-404-2639

2009 HYUNDAI SantaFe Lmtd., AWD, maroon,31k, V-6, auto, leather,moonroof, alloys,Loaded! SALE: $23,995.John C. Miller, Inc. 518-762-7124

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SEARCH & RESCUEVOLUNTEERS NEEDEDThe Tri-State EmergencyTeam is recruiting volun-teers to provide wildlandand underwater search-es. This includes allaspects of field andunderwater search. TheTri-State EmergencyTeam responds whenrequested by NYS For-est Rangers and otherPolice agencies through-out New York State,Western Vermont andMassachusetts. We arelooking for certifiedSCUBA divers, experi-enced boat handlers,and people who enjoyhiking and the outdoorsin general. The team willprovide training andcomplete support asneeded. Our headquar-ters is located in Water-ford. Applicants need notlive in Waterford to volun-teer. If interested, pleasecall 518-237-6744 or visito u r w e b s i t e w w w.tri-stateemergencyteam.org

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FERTILIZATION• BRUSH HOGGING• COLORED MULCH• NEW LAWNS

& REPAIRS• TREE & STUMP

REMOVAL(55’ bucket truck)

• FENCING(wood, metal, vinyl)

MEYERS LANDSCAPING & CONTRACTING INC.FULLY INSURED 518-673-2034 24 HOUR SERVICE

SPECIAL SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT

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CHARLES D. STAHL

697 Snells Bush Rd., Little Falls, NY 13365315-823-1982

SPLITT HARDWOOD“SPECIAL TRUCKLOAD SALE”Seasoned Approx. 5 Face CordsDelivered - $375.00

SEASONED SPLIT MIXEDHARDWOOD $225 Full Cord

OUTSIDE FURNACETRUCKLOAD SPECIAL- approx. 12 Face CordChunked Mixed Hardwood $700Delivered within 25 mi. radius.

HEAP ACCEPTED

Science has never drummed up quite as effectivea tranquilizing agent as a sunny spring day.

-W. Earl Hall

NEED A GAS SAVER?For Sale- 2005 DodgeNeon SXT, 4 cyl., auto,Nice shape and excel-lent on gas! Call Turn-pike Auto Sales (607)264-3680 or go to 5519US Hwy. 20, EastSpringfield for moreinformation on this vehi-cle.

ATTENTION Outdoor &Sport Enthusiasts:Opening soon! RKPSporting Goods Store.Our new store will belocated on Rt. 29between Dolgeville andSalisbury. Watch our adfor more updates, call315-868-5815 or go towww.rkpsportinggoods.com

COLOR COPIESo n l y 7 5 ¢ p a g e .L e e P u b l i c a t i o n s .6113 State Hwy. 5,Palatine Bridge, NY13428. Open Monday-F r i d a y 8 a m - 5 p m .5 1 8 - 6 7 3 - 0 1 0 1 o [email protected]

MUST GO!! 1999 Ford F-150, Blue, 126K or a 2000Chevy S-10 Pickup, red,w/tonneau cover and112K. Call 315-895-7487,Eastern Auto Mall for moreinformation or check outthe vehicles online atwww.ilioneasternautomall.com

FOR SALE: 2003 KiaRio automatic, 108K ora 2002 Saturn, 4 dr. with119K. Call Paul at 315-895-7487, Eastern AutoMall for more informa-tion or check out thevehicles online atwww.ilioneasternautomall.com


Mill Road MercantileAntique ReproductionFurniture & Rustic &

Primitive Decor

Friday - Sunday 10 am - 4 pm

1565 Mill RoadSt. Johnsville, NY 13452

518-568-3251

RE-OPENINGfor the Season

Friday March 30th

F

F

20% Off All Easter Itemsw/coupon

GrandviewBaptist Church

Welcomes You

Sunday School 10:00AMSunday Worship 11:00AMWednesday Prayer

and Bible Study 6:30PM

Bible Believing,Fundamental,Independent

Dan West, PastorCorner of Washington

& Lydius St.Fort Plain

In the spring, I have counted136 different kinds of weather

inside of 24 hours.- Mark Twain

BANNERS BANNERSB A N N E R Sany size. Call Beth at Lee Publications518-673-0101 or [email protected] allow 7-10working days toreceive your bannerafter ordering.

LOOKING FOR some-where to have yourchild’s birthday party,have a baby or bridalshower? Maybe youneed space for a weeklyor occasional meeting.Call The CommunityYouth Center for details.518-673-5117

FAX & COPY SERVICEat Lee Publications,6113 State Hwy. 5, Palatine Bridge, NY13428. [email protected]

2005 17’ JAY-FEATHER165 sport trailer self-con-tained, E.C., 3Brnr.stove, 5cu.ft.Frig., Sink,Microwave, double &bunkbed, shower, toilet,water heater, furnace,$7,000/Make offer. 315-866-4285

FOR SALE: 1987 F-350w/plow, 85K. Nice truckand affordable price! Stopin for a test drive! CallSam at 315-895-7487,Eastern Auto Mall formore information or checkout the vehicles online atwww.ilioneasternautomall.com

WANTED: Crafters &Vendors for St.Johnsville’s SpringfestMay 10th, 11th and 12thCall Gail at 518-568-8310 of [email protected] more information.

LOOKING FOR IT?Se l l i ng i t ?Looking for work?Looking to hire…Give us a call at 518-673-3237 to placeyour reader ad today.

ALL YOU CAN EAT 8coarse Prime Rib dinnerat the Sprite Club 5-9PM3-30-12 reservationsrequired $13.95. Call518-568-7099

PREFINISHED HARD-WOOD FLOORING in2¼”, 3”, 4” & 5” widths,many colors availablewith Lifetime Finish War-ranty. C.H. Burkdorf &Son, 35 Hough St., St.Johnsville 518-568-7016

LOOKING FOR QualityCrafters to set up abooth in a new co-opcenter, monthly rentals,please call: (518) 332-5157.


If tears could build astairway and memories

were a lane,I would walk right up to

heaven and bring youback again.

November 25, 1961 ~March 19, 2011

From the families of:Carol “Pierce”

Smith

LOGANN MILLING338 NELLIS ROAD • FT. PLAIN, NY

(518) 993-2279 • 993-4747OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEKMon.-Fri. 7am-5pm

NEW HOURS Sat. 7AM - Noon• Pig 14% 50 lbs. bag ~ $8.00

• Chicken Layer 50 lbs. bag ~ $9.25• Corn Meal 50 lbs. bag ~ $7.80• 16% Cow 50 lbs. bag ~ $8.00

• Heifer 50 lbs. bag ~ $8.00 • Beef Grower 50 lbs. bag ~ $8.80• Scratch Feed 50 lbs. bag ~ $9.50• Calf Grower 50 lbs. bag ~ $9.00

• Sheep & Goat 50 lbs. bag ~ $9.30• Corn Meal Bulk ~ $285.00/ton+trucking• 16% Cow Bulk ~ $268.00/ton+trucking

• 24% Cow Bulk ~$315.00/ton+trucking

FEEDD FORR ALLL YOURR ANIMALL NEEDS

We Have Available:• Custom Feed Mixes • All Types of Bulk Feeds

• Bins & Electric Motors Prices Subject to Change

1992Haulmark

Trailer

8’x20’Needs Work

$80000

OBOHas 6’ wide Drop Door on Side

& Drop Door in Rear, Roof Vent, New Tires & New Front Jack

Call 518-568-0033 or863-214-6395 for more information

For Sale

Spring is nature’s way of saying,“Let’s party!”

- Robin Williams

MANTIS Deluxe Tiller.NEW! FastStart engine.Ships FREE. One-YearMoney-Back Guaranteewhen you buy DIRECT.Call for the DVD andFREE Good Soil book!877-439-6803

W O O D P E L L E T S :Spring Special on NEWENGLAND PREMIUMWOOD PELLETS withlow ash. BUY NOW &SAVE. C.H. Burkdorf &Son, 35 Hough St., St.Johnsville 518-568-7016


CONTINENTAL car tires95TC T95 P21560R17$125/4 Tires. 315-894-8097

50 Lb. LARD for $62.50,Peruzzi’s Meat Market,69 Church Street, Cana-joharie. 518-673-3382

WANTED TO BUY: Goodquality estates, callCountry Treasures at(518) 568-5121

WE CARRY FABRALroofing & siding panelswith LIFETIME warrantyagainst fading and chalk-ing and ENERGY STARAPPROVED. Can beordered cut to length andmany colors to choosefrom. C.H. Burkdorf &Son, 35 Hough St., St.Johnsville. 518-568-7016

FOR SALE: 2003 FordFo c u s , Au t o m a t i c ,w/94K and a 2001 BuickLa Sabre, like new,leather and only 74Koriginal miles. Call Samat 315-895-7487, East-ern Auto Mall for moreinformation or check outthe vehicles online atwww.ilioneasternautomall.com

HAVING A PARTY?Did you know theCanajoharie VolunteerFire Department rentsthe kitchen and ban-quet room. For yourconvenience we nowhave an elevator. 518-378-3279 or [email protected]

EVENT TICKETS?We can print what youneed. Please allow 2-3weeks in advance.Call Beth at Lee Publi-cations [email protected]

LAMINATE YOURD O C U M E N T Sup to 11x17. Lee Pub-lications, 6113 State Rt.5, Palatine Bridge, NY13428. 518-673-0101 [email protected]

1-1/2 + TONS of coal,$300.00; Leisure LineCoal Stove/Furnace,180,000 BTU, only oneyear old, paid $4,300,asking $2,600, includesall pipeing. 315-717-6040

Looking for work! Willclean your home, runerrands, gardening ormow your lawn. Reason-able and dependable.Call after 5:30 pm, (315)429-8464.


Joseph Nalli, Esq.Counselor at Law

Fort Plain518-993-4486

WRATH OF GRAPES

51 Hancock Street, Fort Plain, NY

Over 9,000 Bottlesof Wine In Stock

LIZZIE’S KITTEN - 9 week old

orange and white male came to

the shelter on March 4th.

LIZZIE’S KITTEN - 9 week old tiger

and white female came to the shel-

ter on March 4th.

SUGAR - Very beautiful female

Calico, born in August 2005.

Lovable and enjoys being petted.

ZARA - 5 year old longhaired blackfemale. Found in Ephratah in July 2007.Sweet playful cat who would like a quietadult home. Fine with other cats.Affectionate and likes to be brushed.“Tolerates” being picked up.

EMMA - Very cute 7 month oldfemale Pit Bull. Found on Pine St.,Tribes Hill on February 12th. High-energy and loves squeaky toys!

RAE - Beautiful female Pit Bull, 3 to 4

years old, 45 lbs. Found at Fonda Fire

Dept. in June 2010. Friendly and play-

ful. OK with most dogs, not cats. Older

kids only. Housebroken. Microchipped.

ANDRE - 9 month old male Pit Bullmix, 55 lbs. Found on Klock Road,St. Johnsville in January. Exuberant,friendly and knows the “sit” command.Fine with kids.

DANIEL - 1 year old male Pit Bull

mix. Found on Rt. 163, Canajoharie

on March 4th. High-energy, playful

and eager to please.

Free Wine and Cheese Tastingto benefit Ayres Animal ShelterWednesday, March 28th 2012

6:00-8:30 PM at Dome49 Restaurant and Wine Bar

49 Hancock Street, Fort Plain

for details call Joe at 518-774-4883

NEEDED:30 gallon or

larger trash bags

and cat litter


OPEN HOUSE Marchh 22,, 233 && 244

Gett Discountss Upp too $2900•10% Off Accessories, Parts & Service for One Full Year• Low, On-site Financing• Special Open House Incentives on New Motorcycles

and Top Dollar for Your Trade!!!

These 3DaysOnly...

FreeRefreshments

Daily

Check out the all newKawasaki Mule 610XC

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Want to Save Money at the Pumps?!!!You will get over 70 Miles a gallon and payments as low as

$59 a month on your choice of the Honda CBR250, KawasakiEX250 Ninja, Yamaha VStar 250 & Honda 250 Rebel!

Plus Bennetts has a full lineof scooters, ATVs, even

generators!

Ride, walk, Drive...Just get to Bennet Motors 48th Annual Open House!Yourr homee off thee reall deal!

Bennetts - the same name, same family, same location for 48 years and the area’s largest motorcycle, ATV, side by side, utilityvehicle dealer. Delivering the best selection, prices and service for 48 years!

3BIG DAYS

ONLY!

Open House Hours9-6 Thurs & Fri 9-5 Sat.

Anyone who has served in themilitary might have an advan-tage at guessing the function ofthis week’s Whatchmacallit.

Before military uniformsbecame drab, and now cam-ouflage, to help conceal thewearer, brass buttons werethe norm. The military then,as now, was big on “spit andpolish.”

Anyone who has polishedmilitary brass insignias knowshow messy the process is andthat the brass has to beunpinned from the uniform tokeep it clean. However, it’simpractical to remove uniformbuttons, polish them and thensew them back on.

In order to polish brass but-tons without soiling the uni-form itself, a uniform buttonpolishing guard was used. Thehinged guard shown here,owned by Willis “Skip” BarshiedJr. is a classic example.

Whatchmacallits


Answersto thisweek’spuzzles

If Your See Our Grandma

Kathleen Leeon March 22nd

Please Wish Her A

Happy BirthdayLove, Dillon, Katelynn,

Brandon, Ashlynn & Jayden

The Medicare Sav-ing Program (MSP) isfunded by the StateMedicaid program. Itis also known as theMedicare Buy-In pro-gram that helps payfor costs if you arefinancially limited.The Medicare SavingsProgram will pay yourPart B premium foryou each month. Thispremium is taken outof your Social SecurityCheck on a monthlybasis. In certain situa-tions if your income islow enough it will payfor co-payments forMedicare coveredservices. To qualify asan individual yourincome needs to beunder $1,277 permonth and for a cou-ple your income needs

to be under $1,723. Ifyour income is abovethese levels you maystill qualify. If you paya Supplemental Insur-ance Premium notincluding yourMedicare premiumyou can deduct thatamount from yourincome and check theincome guidelines. Forexample: if you are anindividual with amonthly income of$1,349 monthly andyou pay a Supple-mental Insurance pre-mium of $150 permonth, you would stillqualify for theMedicare Savings Pro-gram. For more infor-mation, please contactNY Connects or Officefor the Aging at 518-867-1415.

Medicare SavingsProgram

Before borrowing money from a friend,

decide which you need most.-American Proverb

HUNGRY? Don’t forgetThe First Sunday Brunchcoming on April 1st!Check our websitewww.dome49.com orcall 518-993-3600 formore information.

COMMON PINE: Excel-lent for trim boards; Also1”x6” tongue & grooveand 1”x12” rough cut.C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35Hough St., St. Johnsville.518-568-7016

Fort Plain True Valueand Just Ask Rental,12 Willett St., Fort Plain518-993-3834. Remodelyour home and yourbudget at the same time.You can rent dry walljacks, wallpaper steam-ers, tile saws, carpetinstallation tools and getyour remodeling projectstarted with professionalquality tools and expertadvice.

HAVE YOUR arrange-ments for you or yourloved ones been pre-arranged? Call VincentA. Enea Funeral ServiceLLC, for prearrange-ments, traditional funer-als, Veterans Services,and cremations. Callanytime! 518-568-7040or 315-866-1500 formore information.

(518) 673-3011 ~ To Place Your Ad

RKP Sporting Goods willbe opening a store locat-ed on Rt. 29 betweenDolgeville and Salisbury.Shopping for all yoursporting or outdoor needsjust got easier! Call 315-868-5815 or go towww.rkpsportinggoods.comfor more information.

ATV TRAILERS byBosski Industries firstautomatic “Dump Assist”trailers GVWR 800lbs.+1600lbs. models avail-able. Come check themout at North Creek Auto315-866-3698

INSULATION: All Types.New/ Existing Buildings.Free Estimates. FullyInsured. Call UpstateSpray Foam Insulation3 1 5 - 8 2 2 - 5 2 3 8 .www.upstatesprayfoam.com

Fort Plain True Valueand Just Ask Rental,12 Willett St., Fort Plain518-993-3834. We haveLignetics Wood Pellets,$5.29 per bag or $245per ton

Home for Sale: 4 bed-room home in St.Johnsville, $59,500 onquiet street near park,home in great condition,take a look. Call Tim 518-332-5157

FOR SALE: 4 bedroomhome in St. Johnsville onquiet street near park,nice home, at only$59,900 or make offer.Call (518) 332-5157.


ADD-LIFECUSTOM KITCHENS

ANDCABINET REFACING

Building&

Renovations

BUILDERS

“Where Quality Comes First”

Scenic RidgeBuilders LLC

Custom Cupolas AvailableJohn Z. Stoltzfus

Fort Plain, NY 13339518-993-2569

FABRICS & SEWING NOTIONS

Scenic Ridge Fabrics151 Aird Rd., Fort Plain

518-993-2569From the Kitchens of

Mohawk ValleyCookbooks

(Benefit Amish Schools)

BUILDINGS

2437 State Rt 7

PO Box 670

Cobleskill, NY 12043

518-234-2558

518-234-4430 Fax

mortonbuildings.com

Edward UpdykeSALES CONSULTANT

INSULATION

Spray FSpray FoamoamInsulation

$ave on Your Heatingand Cooling Bills

$ave EnergyCall 518-284-2040

Contractor’sMillwork, Inc. Est. 1986

Owners/Operators:Alden and Steven Witham

Sharon Springs, NY

PLUMBING

MATTICEE && SONSLLC

“Your Indoor ComfortController”

Residential & Commercial• HEATING• PLUMBING• COOLING

24 Hour Emergency ServiceFREE Estimates

40 years experienceFamily owned & operatedJustin & Russell Mattice

Palatine Bridge

518-441-0142www.matticeandsonsheating.com

KITCHENS

24 Willow St.,Amsterdam, NY 12010Call 843-0307

For FREE ESTIMATEShowroom Open By Apptwww.addlifekitchens.com

SCRAP METAL

“We BuyScrap Iron& Metals”

ROGER CREWSAUTO SALVAGE

Noww Openn forr Thee Season!

(518) 993-4749Springg Street

Fortt Plain,, NYY 13339n

TRANSMISSIONS

Phone & Fax:518-993-2002

Garry-Jason BarrettOwners

148 Ripple RoadCherry Valley, NY 13320

Barrett’s TransmissionsGeneral Repair

“Over 30 Years Experience”

To Advertise

Your Business Call

518-673-3011

or Fax to 518-673-3245$13.00 Weekly for 13 Weeks

$18.00 Weekly for 4 Weeks

NEIGHBORHOOD DIRECTORY

CONTRACTING

Tim’sGENERAL PHASES CONTRACTINGSnowplowing, Plumbing, Electric,

Kitchen & Bath, Remodeling, Masonry,Siding & Windows, Minor

Landscaping & Small Backhoe Work,Additions, Furnace, Boiler &

Wood Stove Installations, Etc.“100’ Rooter” Professional Drain Cleaning

24 HOUR SERVICE

Tim Lighthall518-993-2504518-265-5848

MONUMENTS

Humphrey Memorials, Inc.

Monumental Design& Sales

Cemetery LetteringMemorial Restoration3051 State Rte. 28, Herkimer, NY 13350

315-866-4471or 518-848-0963

Established in 1946

[email protected]

MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTEDDixon McFee Todd McFeeMatthew Spaulding C.J. Karker

FIREARMS

GOOD GUN BUYS• RIFLES • SHOTGUNS

• PISTOLS• OPTICS • AMMO

SPECIAL ORDERS7 DAY DELIVERY

Buying Used

Firearms

Bill & Dee Dwyer266 Shun Pike Rd.

Sloansville, NY 12160(518) 868-4662

[email protected]

TOWING & HAULING SERVICE

A&J CREWSSnow Plowing & RemovalCommercial & Residential

Cleaning Out Your Basement,Attic, Home, Business, Etc.?

Call for Trailer Rental Prices toHaul Your Stuff Away!

Also, Hauling Crusher Run, Gravel, Etc.

Top Dollar Paid for Scrap Iron or Cars315-823-4903 or 315-868-5747

Call Tony Crews,Owner for details


The ValleyChoralaires, under thedirection of AlisonWallace and accompa-nied by Janet Shuster,invite the public toattend a LentenConcert at 7 p.m.Sunday, March 25 atthe Grace Church on20 Center St. in St.Johnsville. There willbe no admissioncharge, but a free willoffering will be accept-ed. Free refreshmentswill be offered afterthe concert.

The choralaires willalso be singing as partof the “Lenten Series”being presented at theFultonville UnitedMethodist Church at 7p.m. on Wednesday,March 28.

Valley Choralaires begin Lenten series

Janet Shuster at one of the practice sessions with the Choralaires, withupcoming concert music stashed around her. She has been playing forthe choralaires for over 20 years, as well as playing for countless otherperformances throughout the Mohawk Valley area. Janet is well known inthe valley area for her expertise on the keyboard. She started her musiccareer early, playing accompaniment for the “HMS Pinafore” when shewas in St. Johnsville high school.

RECORDS WANTED:We’ll buy your oldrecords from 1930 -1970. 45’s, 78’s, Albums,Rock-N-Roll, Blues,R&B, Country,etc. CallPete 518-673-2384.

2009 JEEP WranglerUnlimited, 4 door, silver,24k, V-6, auto, AC, CD,hard top, full power.SALE: $25,495. John C.Miller, Inc. 518-762-7124

BAKED VIRGINIA HAM$4.99 Lb., Genoa Salami$3.99 Lb., (sold bypounds only) if less thana pound 50¢ more apound, Peruzzi’s MeatMarket, 69 ChurchStreet, Canajoharie.518-673-3382

2008 JEEP Liberty Sport4x4, black, 41k, V-6,auto, moonroof, fullpower. SALE: $17,995.John C. Miller, Inc. 518-762-7124

HOG CASINGS by thehank $26.95, Peruzzi’sMeat Market, 69 ChurchStreet, Canajoharie.518-673-3382

Fort Plain True Valueand Just Ask Rental,12 Willett St., Fort Plain518-993-3834. Stihlweed trimmers andchainsaws have arrivedfor spring, just in time toclean up what winter leftus.

Need a new car? Get 0%financing at SampsonMotor Car where every-one is approved! 261East Main Street Ams-terdam. 518-848-7359

ALL YOU CAN EAT 8coarse Prime Rib dinnerat the Sprite Club 5-9PM3-30-12 reservationsrequired $13.95. Call518-568-7099

2008 FORD F-150 CrewCab XL 4x4, grey, 37k, V-8, auto, alloys, AC, CD,full power, bed liner.SALE: $23,995. John C.Miller, Inc. 518-762-7124

Looking for qualityestates for purchase ornow can consign to anauction with great rates.Call Country Treasures518-568-5121

v


315-292-2306

Herkimer Countyhigh school studentsscheduled to gradu-ate in June 2012 areeligible to apply forthe Valley Health Ser-vices Scholarship.

Applicants must beplanning to pursuehigher education in afield employable by anursing home suchas, nursing, account-ing, healthcareadministration, socialwork, dietetics andrehabilitation. Prefe-rence will be given toa senior who hasworked or completedvolunteer work in anursing home.

In order to be eligi-ble for selection, thestudent must submitan official school

transcript showing aGPA of at least 85 anda typed essay of 500words or lessaddressing:

• specific educa-tional plans and goals

• the reason forcareer choice

• pertinent experi-ences in a nursinghome

• volunteer time oremployment in anursing home

The essays must besubmitted by May 2to Peggy Scarano,Coordinator of PublicRelations and Devel-opment at ValleyHealth Services, 690W. German Street,Herkimer, New York13350.

Valley Health Services

scholarship

8340 FORD, 5,000Hrs.,2WD, no cab, new rub-ber, $15,500; 530 JD,wide front w/loader$3,500; (2) NH 718 Har-vesters w/3 heads;Degelman stone rake14’; 6’ stone bucket; 1540Gehl blower; 12’ spring-tooth drag; 16’ spikedrags; (4) Forage wag-ons, (2) JD, (1) NH, (1)Gehl; Silverado 15004x4 pickup, 80k miles,asking $2,500; 120’ silopower cords; 200ampentrance w/double throwswitch. All offers consid-ered. 315-429-3763

The Canajoharie Farm-ers Market is acceptingapplications for the 2012season. Our great location at the ArkellMuseum, just off Exit 29of the Thruway, provideseasy access to and fromAlbany, Utica, SharonSprings, Cooperstown,Saratoga Springs andAdirondacks. For morei n f o r m a t i o n v i s i t www.canajohariefarmersmarket.comor call 518-922-5127

Fort Plain True Valueand Just Ask Rental,12 Willett St., Fort Plain518-993-3834. Ready forgreen grass? We areStop in and check outour lawn mower selec-tion. We have Snapper,Husqvarna, Poulan, andPoulan Pro. From ridersto push- We’ve got whatyou need!

YARD SIGNS:16x24 full color withstakes, double sided.Stakes included. Only$15.00 each. Call Bethat Lee Publications518-673-0101. Pleaseallow 7 to 10 businessdays when [email protected]

(518) 673-3011 ~ To Place Your Ad

FAX SERVICEavailable at Lee Publi-cations. 25¢ a page.6113 State Hwy. 5, Palatine Bridge, NY13428. Open Monday-F r i d a y 8 a m - 5 p m .5 1 8 - 6 7 3 - 0 1 0 1 o [email protected]







There will be a CivilWar Lecture SeriesWednesdays in April,7 p.m., at theSchoharie CrossingEnders House, adja-cent to the VisitorCenter at 129Schoharie Street, FortHunter, NY, five mileswest of Amsterdam,off Route 5S.

On April 4, the lec-ture series will beginwith MontgomeryCounty HistorianKelly Farquar, whowill discuss “The Abo-litionist Movement inMontgomery County,”a topic of her latestpublication.

The series continueson April 11 with BobArnold, an instructorat the College of St.

Rose whose talk isentitled “New YorkState and the CivilWar.” Arnold is alsothe former AlbanyCounty Historian.

On April 25 the lec-ture series concludeswith Matt Zembo’stalk on “Civil WarWeapons and Strate-gy.” Zembo is aninstructor at HudsonValley CommunityCollege and is a mili-tary reenactor.

The fees for theselectures are $3 adults,$2 seniors and $1 forchildren under 16.Please contact TriciaS h a w a [email protected] or 518-829-7516for more information.

Civil War Lecture Series

NEED A NEW SCREEN/STORM DOOR? Stop ina look at the LarsonCombination StormDoors. 32” & 36”x80”white in stock at$137.85. C.H. Burkdorf &Son, 35 Hough St., St.Johnsville 518-568-7016

Fort Plain True Valueand Just Ask Rental,12 Willett St., Fort Plain518-993-3834. Get ajump on your spring!Flower and vegetableseeds are in, along witheverything you need toget them started.

Lawnmowers and Tillers!Is your equipment readyto go? Get them serv-iced early. AMY’SSALES & SERVICE,7699 St Hwy. 5, WestMain St., St. Johnsville,NY. 518-568-7013

GET PREPARED FORSPRING!! Plastmo Gut-ters are durable andeasy to install for the DIY.Available in white orbrown. C.H. Burkdorf &Son, 35 Hough St., St.Johnsville 518-568-7016

THERMA-TRU Fiber-Classic, Smooth-Starand Steel Exterior entrydoor units. Many stylesto choose from. C.H.Burkdorf & Son, 35Hough St., St. Johnsville.518-568-7016

NOW OPEN In St.Johnsville: Vincent A.Enea Funeral ServiceLLC, 20 Bridge Street,St. Johnsville, NY. Callanytime 518-568-7040or 315-866-1500.

Unsure of how to handlethe loved one’s estate orwhat to do with the con-tents of their home, giveme a call, we can help.Country Treasures 518-568-5121

FREE COFFEE MUGSfor your restaurant.Yes FREE. Call Beth at Lee Publications5 1 8 - 6 7 3 - 0 1 0 1 o r [email protected]

LIKE US ON FACE-BOOK Mercato PizzaRestaurant, 38 W. MainSt., Canajoharie. 518-673-4411

PICK 5 for meats, frozenseafood and groceryitems, Peruzzi’s MeatMarket, 69 ChurchStreet, Canajoharie.518-673-3382

NEED WOOD? WEHAVE IT! Common pine,select pine, clear pine,hardwood, mouldings,spruce, Douglas fir, pres-sure treated and ply-wood. Just what youneed for your projects!Also WOOD PELLETS!C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35Hough St., St. Johnsville518-568-7016

FOR SALE: 16” McCul-loch chainsaw w/casemac 3200 cc’s $50; 5HPB/S motor, horizontalshaft. Go cart? 518-496-7367

LET US HELP you getrid of your unwantedstuff. Place a reader adtoday. Only $4.00 forthe 1st 14 words. Call518-673-3011

SIGNS SIGNS SIGNSAll Kinds. CorrugatedPlastic Signs WithStakes. Call Beth atLee Publications 518-673-0101 or [email protected] allow 7-10working days toreceive your signsafter ordering.

FT. PLAIN, 1-bedroomg a r a g e i n c l u d e d .$500/mth, plus security,utilities not included, nopets, non-smoker. 518-993-1021

MAKE our phone ringso we can return thefavor!! Place your read-er ad today. Only $4 forthe first 14 words. 518-673-3237

FREE DELIVERY pleasesee our Facebook pagefor details Mercato PizzaRestaurant. MercatoPizza & Restaurant, 38W. Main St., Canajo-harie. 518-673-4411


Antiquess Furnituree && CollectablesAuction!!

Saturday March 24th @ 10:00amAt JR’S 14 Bridge Street, St. Johnsville, NY 518-993-4668

Call for details 518-568-5121 or 518-993-4668

NoBuyers

Premium

Don’tMiss ThisAuction!!

Special Antique, Collectables and Furniture Auction!Saturday March 24th @ 10:00am

At JR’S Auction 14 Bridge Street, St. Johnsville, NY 518-993-4668Early Furniture, Walnut China, Corner Hutch, Early PaintedCupboard, Hand Tools, Pedal Cars, Taxidermy, Glassware, DisneyCollectables, Disney Dolls, Early Oil Lamps, Oak Rocker,Victorian Needle Point Chair, Early 2 Board Harvest Table, Oakchairs, Mantle Fireplace (nice) Oak Stands, Early SteamerTrunks, Vintage Valentine Cards, Vintage Food Grinder, Adult &Childs Snowshoes, Hand Barn Augers, Several Traps, EarlyEnamel Light Shades, Postcards, Local Area Memorabilia, 1935Class Reunion Bats, Art glass, Fostoria Glassware, SignedBaseball Bat, Quilts, New Holland Pedal Tractor, 2-3 wheeledBikes, Portable Tanning Booth, New Electric Scooter, Boy ScoutPack, (complete) Jewelry, Dolls, Vintage Viewer with local cards,Kitchen Items, Metal Detector, Old Fishing Reels, Hatchets, OldTool Box, Crosscut Saw, and much more!!

We are expecting good Quality consignments!! Turn your items into CASH!! Don’t miss out!!!

Call to consign and post your pictures!!

518-993-4668 or 518-332-5157Fresh Produce Stand On Site!!

No Buyers Premium and we do accept all Major Credit Cards!!

All day auction. Be sure to attend. Plenty of seating.

Auctionzip ID # 29324

Advance NoticeApril 28 (9:30AM)

43rd Annual Mohawk Valley

Farm Machinery Consignment AuctionCorner of Clinton Rd. & 163, Sprout Brook, NY

To Consign Call Bill atArmitstead Auctions

518-993-2290 • 518-596-9241

KING’S

Burrows Rd., West Winfield, NY

(315) 822-5221WE ACCEPT CASH - CREDIT CARDS - DEBIT CARDS

Sat. Mar. 24th Consignment Auction ~ 6:33pmSun. Mar. 25th Breeder Sale ~ 11:33am

Sat. Mar. 31st Consignment Auction ~ 6:33pmSun. Apr. 1st Horse Tack Auction ~ 1:33pm

Thurs. Apr. 5th Food Auction ~ 6:33pmSat. Apr. 7th Consignment Auction ~ 6:33pmSat. Apr. 14th Consignment Auction ~ 6:33pm

Sun. Apr. 15th Breeder Sale ~ 11:33am

POWERSPORTSCONSIGNMENT AUCTION

SAT., APRIL 28th • 1:00 PMAt Twister Valley Sports Complex

7721 St Hwy 5S, Fort Plain, NY 13339CONSIGNMENTS WANTED

ATV’s, Boats, Snowmobiles, Trailers,Motorcycles, Personal Watercraft

Advertising Deadline March 31stContact Fred At Twister Valley

518-568-7349 - Cell 518-441-7299Auctioneer Benuel Fisher Auctions

518-568-2251

J.R.’ss Auctionn && Fleaa Market14 Bridge Street, St. Johnsville NY 13452

(518) 993-4668

Consignment Auction!!Tues. Eve., March 20th @ 6:00pm

At 14 Bridge Street, St. Johnsville

Don’t Miss It!! Lots of Excitement!!

• Food Food Food

• Tools and Toys

• Electronics!!

• Furniture and Glassware!!

• Yogurt by the Case

• Meats and Cheeses

• 4 lb. Hams, Spiral Hams

• 5 lb. White American Cheese

• Munster & Farmers Cheese

• Frozen Meats and Vegetables

• Box Lots and much more!!

We Need Hand Tools, Toy Tractors, Quality Box Lots,

Chain Saws, Weed Eaters, and more!!

Bring Your Items To Sell and Turn Them Into CASH!!

Call for info @ 518-993-4668

No Buyers Premium and Credit Cards Accepted.

Call for details, 518-993-4668

In St.

Johnsville

Don’t Miss This

Auction!!

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Weekly Sales Every Monday 12:30 Produce, Misc. & small ani-

mals; 1:00 Dairy; **We will now sell lambs, goats, pigs, feed-

ers immediately following Dairy. Calves and cull beef approx.

5:00-5:30PM. Help us increase our volume - thus making a

better market for everyone. **We are Independent Marketers -

working 24/7 to increase your bottom line. Take advantage of

our low commission rates. Competitive marketing is the way

to go.

Monday, Mar. 12th sale - cull ave. .68, Top cow .86 wt. 1842

$1584.12, Bulls/Steers top $1.05 wt. 1538 $1614.90, bull

calves top $2.50, heifer calves top $1.50, Dairy milking age

top $1675, Bred Heifer $1625, Open heifer $1025, Young

heifer $400.

Monday, March 19th - Monthly Sheep, Lamb, Goat & Pig Sale.

Monday, March 26th - Note we will start this sale at 10AM

due to the amount of small animals. Special Holiday Sheep,

Lamb, Goat & Pig Sale. Note this date is the last week of

March. Group of Boar cross goats from one farm; 2 Boar cross

Billy Goats. 25 - 100% Boar kids from one farm. Group of

sheep from one flock. Call for advertising your group - it makes

a difference.

Monday, April 2nd - Monthly Fat Cow & Feeder Sale.

Thursday, April 5th - From 5PM - 9PM Open house & viewing

of cattle for the Spring Premier Sale.

Friday, April 6th - 11:30AM Spring Premier All Breed Sale. 165

Head selling: 100 Holsteins, 30 Jerseys, 30 Brown Swiss, 5

Guernsey. Selections are complete the quality is the best ever.

We have show calves of all breeds, outstanding bred heifers,

fresh young cows that will please the most discriminating.

Watch our website for complete catalog on line. (Join us the

evening before for open house and cattle viewing)

Monday, April 9th - Monthly Heifer Sale.

Saturday, April 21st - Annual Spring Machinery Sale & Plant,

Tree & Shrub Auction - accepting consignments groups or sin-

gle items. Consignments already coming in call today to get

into advertising it will make a difference. Expecting a field full

of quality farm equipment.

Monday, April 23rd - Sale held at the sale barn. Boardwalk

Holsteins - 50 Head of Registered Milking & Close bred heifer

Dispersal. RHA 19837 3.8 760 3.0 592. SCC 126,000. No

BST or TMR. Brad & Carol Ainslie & Family. 315-822-6087

Watch future ads for more details.

Saturday, April 28th - Sale held on Farm. Otego, NY. 11:00

AM. Gretna Acres Registered Brown Swiss Complete Dispersal.

100 Head sell. This is a long established breeding herd (50

years) DHI tested, AI sired. Regular herd health program.

LOOKING TO HAVE A FARM SALE OR JUST SELL A FEW -

GIVE US A CALL.

**Help Wanted - Looking for a clerk for our Monday sales, seri-

ous inquiries only.

**Trucking Assistance - Call the Sale Barn or check out our

trucker list on our Web-Site. Call to advertise in any of these

sales it makes a difference.

Directions: Former Welch Livestock 6096 NYS Rt. 8, 30 miles

South of Utica & 6 miles North of New Berlin, NY.

www.hoskingsales.com Call today with your consignments.

Tom & Brenda Hosking6096 NYS Rt. 8 New Berlin, NY 13411

607-699-3637or 607-847-8800

cell: 607-972-1770or 1771

WEEKLY SALES EVERY MONDAYHOSKING SALES - FORMER WELCH LIVESTOCK

J.R.’ss Auctionn && Fleaa Market14 Bridge Street, St. Johnsville NY 13452

(518) 993-4668

Estate & Consignment Auction!!Tues. Eve., March 20th @ 6:00pm

At 14 Bridge Street, St. Johnsville

We will be selling a partial estate from Frankfort, NYIncluding Glassware, Linens, Blankets, Comforter Sets, Tools,

TV’s, 2 Sets Full Box Spring & Mattresses (like new),

More Surprises Coming!!

Don’t Miss It!! Lots Of Excitement!!

• Tools and Toys

• Electronics

• Furniture and Glassware!!

• Yogurt by the Case

• Meats and Cheeses

• 4 lb. Hams, Spiral Hams

• Munster & Farmers Cheese

• Frozen Meats and Vegetables

• Box Lots and much more!!

We Need Hand Tools, Toy Tractors, Quality Box Lots,Chainsaws, Weed Eaters and more!!

Bring Your Items To Sell and Turn them Into CASH!!No Buyers Premium and Credit Cards Accepted.

In St.

Johnsville

Don’t Miss This

Auction!!

Call for details, 518-993-4668 or 518-332-5157

ESTATE SALEThurs., March 22nd - 9 am-5 pm

Fri., March 23rd - 9 am-5 pmSat., March 24th - 9 am-12 Noon

7 Ellsworth, Amsterdam, NYTons of Interesting Collectibles Including Vintage Toys,Glassware, Clothing, Books, Linens, Bric-Brac, Eazy LiftElectric Stair Climber (like new), Mahagony DiningRoom Set, Tools & Tons of Box Lots. The House isChuck Full of Affordable Treasures.

Looking Forward to Seeing You AllFollow the Hot Pink Signs

PS: Due to limited space, numbers will be available Thursdayat 8:00 am front porch.

For Infomation 518-725-0922

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Bring your items

to sell

Don’tMiss ThisAuction!!

Sportsmen Consignment Auction!!March 28th Wednesday @ 5:00pm!

Guns, Hunting Clothes,Fishing Tackle & More!!

We will be having another Gun and Hunting supplies Auction!!!! We need your items to sell!

Bring Your Guns, Ammunition, HuntingItems, Traps, Campers, 4 Wheelers, Boats,

Canoes, Camping and Fishing Items!!

Call to consign and for questions!!Stay posted!! Auctionzip ID # 29324

Guns not on premise until day of sale. Preview starting at 12:00 noon.

We expect to have lots of guns and other items!! Bring your Campers, 4 Wheelers, Boats, Canoes,

Trailers and Hunting items to sell!!

No Buyers Premium. Major Credit Cards accepted.

JR’S Auction56 Willett Street, Fort Plain, NY 13339

518-993-4668

LISTING: UNIVERSAL 20QT MIXER, UNIVEX MEAT SLICER,HAMILTON BEACH 3 HEAD MILK SHAKE MACHINE, VULCANDBLE BASKET FRYER, 4FT. S.S. TABLE, STAR TABLE TOP CHAR-BROILER, 5 FT. GARLAND 6 BURNER DBLE OVEN W/ GRILL &BROILER, 5 FT. S.S. WORK TABLE, 30"X 30" MIGOLI REFRIGER-ATED SANDWICH UNIT, STAR MASTER FOOD SERVANT, 5 FT.S.S. WORK TABLE W/ CAN OPENER, 2- WARMERS, FRIGIDAIREFREEZER, INSINGER DISH WASHER W/ AUTOMATIC SOAP STA-TIONS, WHIRLPOOL CHEST FREEZER, PRETZEL WARMER,WELLS WARMER, LARGE SELECTION OF PAPER PRODUCTSNAPKINS, SILVERWARE, FOAM CUPS, & MORE. 9-48" x 30"TABLES, 30- CHAIRS, GE CHEST FREEZER, MOD 4000-1 SCALE,4- SIGNS (DELI, HOT DOG, SUBS, OPEN), 4 FT. BEVERAGE AIRDELI COOLER, 6- BAR STOOLS, 14FT COUNTER, START HOTDOG ROLLER W/ SNEEZE GUARD, 2- BUNN COFFEE MAKERS,300LB SCOTSMAN ICE MACHINE, 4 FT. DELFIELD SANDWICHUNIT, 4 FT. TRUE DBL. DOOR COOLER, 6 FT. S.S. WORK TABLE,STAR POPCORN MACHINE, 1 DOOR TRUE COOLER 80" X 27",& MUCH MUCH MORE.

PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR FULL LISTING & PHOTOS @ WWW.COUNTYLINEAUCTIONS.COM

SALE BY COUNTY LINE AUCTION:AUCTIONEER JACK BELKNAP

FOR INFO PLEASE CALL (518) 773-2247

WE ACCEPT: CASH, CHECK, OR ANY MAJOR CREDIT CARDS,10% BUYERS PREMIUM.

ON-SITECOMPLETEE RESTAURANTT

EQUIPMENTT LIQUIDATION

AUCTIONTues., March 20th @ 11:00 A.M. Pre. 10:00 A.M.

Held @ 198 S. MAIN ST., GLOVERSVILLE, N.Y.

Greene County Horseshoe Supply Co.

Horse TackAuction

At Deer Lick Springs Auction Service6862 Route 5 Scotia, NY 12302

On Sunday, March 18, 2012

SALEE TIME:: 1:000 p.m..PREVIEWW TIME:: 12:000 p.m.

Highlights: New tack, Contents of the SilverMaple tack shop, Saddles, Show clothing, plusmore...

www.auctionzip.com auctioneer # 3246

Directions: From NYS Thruway take exit 26, follow signs to Rt 5, take a left, approx. 4 miles onthe right.

Terms: Cash, good check, MC, Visa, & DiscoverCards. All sales final. Everything sold as is, whereis. Positive ID required to obtain a bidder number.

For Info: 518-966-5549 or 518-887-5311 [email protected]

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The aim of theAntique AutomobileClub of America(AACA) is the perpetu-ation of the pioneerdays of automobilingby furthering theinterest in and pre-serving of antiqueautomobiles, and thepromotion of sports-manship and of goodfellowship among allAACA members. TheAACA uses the term

“automobile” in acomprehensive senseto include all self-pro-pelled vehicles intend-ed for passenger use(cars, race vehicles,trucks, fire vehicles,motorcycles, poweredbicycles, etc.). Similar-ly, the term includesv a r i o u s p o w e rsources, such as gaso-line, diesel, steam ande l e c t r i c . Source :www.aaca.org

Introduction to AACA


EXPERIENCEDD PARTSSEXPERIENCEDD PARTSSCOUNTERR PERSONCOUNTERR PERSON

wanted to fill immediate opening.Full time position with excellent payand benefits. Please send resumé to

[email protected] apply within at either

Springer’s Inc, 55 West Main St. Richfield Springs

or 7403 State Hwy 5, St. Johnsville

EXPERIENCEDD AGRICULTUREE TECHNICIANEXPERIENCEDD AGRICULTUREE TECHNICIANAND/ORR CONSTRUCTIONN TECHNICIANNAND/ORR CONSTRUCTIONN TECHNICIAN

wanted to fill immediate opening at our St.Johnsville or Richfield Springs locations.Full time position with excellent pay and

benefits. Please send resumé to [email protected]

or apply within at eitherSpringer’s Inc, 55 West Main St.

Richfield Springsor 7403 State Hwy 5, St. Johnsville

Employment

Anyone who hasMedicare can getMedicare prescriptiondrug coverage. Somepeople with limitedresources and incomealso may be able toget Extra Help to payfor the costs —monthly premiums,annual deductibles,and prescription co-payments related to aMedicare prescriptiondrug plan. The ExtraHelp is estimated tobe worth about

$4,000 per year.Many people qualifyfor these big savingsand don’t even knowit.

To qualify for ExtraHelp:

• Your resourcesmust be limited to$13,070 for an indi-vidual or $26,120 fora married couple liv-ing together.

Resources includesuch things as bankaccounts, stocks, andbonds. They do not

count your home, car,or any life insurancepolicy

• Your annualmonthly income mustbe limited to $1,396for an individual and1,891 for a marriedcouple living together.Even if your monthlyincome is higher, youstill may be able toget some help.

How do I apply? • You can apply

online atwww.socialsecuri-

ty.gov/extrahelp• Call the Office for

the Aging and youcan get assistancewith the application

For more informa-tion, please contactNY Connects or Officefor the Aging at 518-867-1415 or visit ourwebsite at:www.herkimercoun-ty.org; then Depart-ments, then NY Con-nects.

What is Extra Help with Medicareprescription drug plan costs?

APARTMENT FORRENT: 2-3 bedroom, nosmoking, no pets, 1 cargarage, RichfieldSprings, CanandaiguaLake. 315-753-0509

20x30 TENT with foursides for rent. Canajo-harie Volunteer FireDepartment 518-378-3 2 7 9 o r e m a i l [email protected]

INSULATE! Kraft facedand unfaced fiberglassinsulation available atC.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35Hough St., St. Johnsville518-568-7016

Fort Plain True Valueand Just Ask Rental,12 Willett St., Fort Plain518-993-3834. We haveKeurig K-cups in stock,only $9.99 a pack!

2006 BUICK LaCrosseCX silver, 59k, V-6, auto,full power. SALE:$10,995. John C. Miller,Inc. 518-762-7124www.johncmiller.com

HOME-GROWN BEEFFOR SALE. USDAinspected. Pieces, quar-ters, halves or whole.Damin Farm, 518-568-2643

CATER your parties withus. Your guests will loveit. Mercato Pizza &Restaurant, 38 W. MainSt., Canajoharie. 518-673-4411

SW 2001: 16x76 Fair-mont 3 bedrooms, 2 fullbaths, fireplace, greatcondition, on large lot,Young’s Park, BallstonSpa. Call 518-210-6882

HANDYMAN, 25 yearsexperience, all phaseshome improvement, reli-able, reasonable rates,no job too small or toobig. 518-496-1919

FOR SALE: Pellet Stove,Holds 240 Lbs of pellets.Also Wood Stove, glassdoor, fire brick lined. 518-673-5288

W E E K N I G H T S P E -CIALS: $8.95. MercatoPizza & Restaurant, 38W. Main St., Canajoharie518-673-4411

OUR delicious bread ishomemade and servedfree with every dinner.Mercato Pizza & Restau-rant, 38 W. Main St.,Canajoharie. 518-673-4411

CHECK OUT OUR pro-duce at really low prices,Peruzzi’s Meat Market,69 Church Street, Cana-joharie. 518-673-3382

New & Used Furniturefor sale at Country Trea-sures, 2 West Main St.,St. Johnsville, 518-568-5121

2008 DODGE Nitro SXT4x4, tan, 34k, V-6, auto,AC, CD, full power.SALE: $16,995. John C.Miller, Inc. 518-762-7124


Mattice & Sons, LLC

www.matticeandsonsheating.com

24 HOURS

518-441-0142Heating • Cooling • Plumbing

24 Hour Emergency HVAC ContractorReady To Handle Any Of Your Needs!

Call forFREE

Estimates

We offer Energy Star® rated heatingsystems, so you can save 30% on heating costs while staying warm.

SEPTIC PUMPING • SEPTIC SYSTEMS

SEWER REPAIRS • WATER WELLS

PONDS • DRAINAGE

DRIVEWAYS • BULLDOZING

GRAVEL - CRUSHED STONE

121 Brookmans Corners Rd.Fort Plain, NY 13339

518-993-2925

PRZESTRZELSKIEXCAVATION

David A. Przestrzelski

HARDWAREE STOREHARDWAREE STORE

525 E. Mill St., Little Falls(315) 823-1709

40 McKinley Rd., Dolgeville(315) 429-9962

$210 for Custom SizeWeather EdgeStandard Color 25Year Warranty

Lin/Ft

Full line of Building Materials - Customer Steel Orders

including Garages, Pole Barns, House Packages.

Complete line of Treated Lumber for your deck projects.

$149Lin/Ft

on Seconds Steel Roofing. Many Color In Stock.

SPRING STEEL ROOFING SALESPRING STEEL ROOFING SALE

MOWERS & BLOWERS

MARKET HILL

Est.Est.20112011

Next to Triple A Appliance189 Market St.189 Market St. • Amster• Amsterdamdam

(518) 843-1222Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-1

HUGEINVENTORY OF

OUTDOOR POWEREQUIPMENT

• One of a Kind!• Scratch & Dent• Slightly Used• Low Prices

Many air leaks anddrafts are easy to findbecause they are easyto feel — like thosearound windows anddoors. But holes hid-den in attics, base-ments, and crawl-spaces are usuallybigger problems. Seal-ing these leaks withcaulk, spray foam, orweather stripping willhave a great impact onimproving your com-fort and reducing util-ity bills.

Homeowners areoften concerned aboutsealing their house tootightly; however, thisis very unlikely inmost older homes. Acertain amount offresh air is needed forgood indoor air qualityand there are specifi-cations that set theminimum amount offresh air needed for ahouse. If you are con-cerned about how

tight your home is,hire a contractor,such as a Home Ener-gy Rater, who can usediagnostic tools tomeasure your home’sactual leakage. If yourhome is too tight, afresh air ventilationsystem may be recom-mended.

For additional infor-mation on Indoor AirQuality (IAQ) issuesrelated to homes,such as combustionsafety, visitwww.epa.gov/iaq/homes/hip-front.html.

Source: www.ener-gystar.gov

Sealing leaks


51 Hancock St. Fort Plain, NY • 518-993-2624

Foxmoor Wines (Calif.) Cab, Merlot & Chard.

$3.99 each or 3/$10.99 Mix or Match

Wrath of GrapesFine Wine & Liquor

Over 9,000 BottlesCase Discounts on Wine Mix & Match

Italian Feast - Dinner ServiceSat., March 24, 2012

4P.M. - 8P.M.Reservations Required - Takeout Available

Please call (518) 568-8310For reservations or to place your takeout order

Grandma’sKitchen7 W. Main St., St. Johnsville, NY

ALL DINNERS SERVED WITH: Tossed Salad w/House Dressing,

Italian Wedding Soup and Fresh Italian Bread

Appetizers:

Sharizo Sausage PuffsStuffed Mushrooms

Dessert:

Cannoli

Entrees:

Chicken Parm w/AngelHair Pasta

Stuffed Shells w/Side ofMeatballs

Chicken Alfredo Lasagna

Menu Options

518-568-83107 W. Main St., St. Johnsville, NY 13452

March 18th

SUN

March 19th

MON

Hot Roast Beef or

Hot Turkey

Sandwich w/FF

March 20thTUES

Buffalo Chicken

Wrap w/regular side

March 21st

WED

Cheeseburger orHamburger Deluxe

w/FF or Onion Rings & Drink

March 22ndTHURS

Sausage Peppers &

Onions on hard roll

w/regular side

March 23rd

FRI

March 24thSAT

Reuben Omelet w/Homefries Toast &

Drink

Fried Fish Sandwich or

Fried Clams w/ coleslaw

or baked macaroni

& cheese

Grandma’s Kitchen

F r e s hF r e s hBakedd Goodss Dai lyBakedd Goodss Dai ly

Hott SoupsHott Soups&& Chilii Daily&& Chilii Daily

3 Eggs Scrambled

w/Cheese & Bacon

English Muffin & Coffee

Desserts Daily – Sun. 7am-1pmMon. - Wed. 6am - 2pm

Thurs. & Fri. 6am - 2pm • Sat. 6am - 2pm

Dining & Entertainment


Rt. 80 BowlVanHornesville 315-858-2149

SmorgasbordMarch 24th • 5-9 pm

Roastt Beeff •• Hamm •• Turkey

Saturday, April 7th

Spike & The Boys

$1100 Adults • $500 12 & Under

TUES., MARCH 20TH

WED., MARCH 21ST

THURS., MARCH 22ND

FRI., MARCH 23RD

SAT., MARCH 24TH

Homemade Soups & DessertsHours:: Mon.-Sat.. 77 AM-77 PM

Sun.. 7 AM-12:300 PM

122 Hancockk St.,,Fortt Plain

SUN., MARCH 25TH

Dine In OrTake Out993-5306

�� Turkeyy Dinnerr w/alll the

Trimmingss && Pumpkinn Pie

�� Smm Hamm && Cheesee Sub

w/Chips

� ALLL YOUU CANN EATT

SPAGHETTI 3-77 PM

�� Hamburger,, Cabbage

Casserolee w/Applesauce

�� Spaghettii w/Meatball,, Hot

Sausagee and/orr Tosss Salad

� Freshh Haddockk Dinner,,

(Friedd orr Baked)) w/Potatoo & Veg

� Mac-N-Cheesee w/Veg

� Neww Englandd Clamm Chowderr

�� ALLL YOUU CANN EAT

PANCAKES 3-77 PMM

�� Stuffedd Shellss w/Veg

�� Breadd Bowll w/choicee off Chili

orr Creamm off BBroccoli

� Chicken-N-Biscuitss w/Veg

�� Giantt Mushroomm Burgerr w/Fries

� Friedd Scallopss w/Potatoo && Veg

� Primee Ribb w/Potatoo && Veg

3-77 PM

� 33 Meatt Omelett w/Homefries

Breakfastt Only-- Closedd att 12:30pm

MON., MARCH 19TH

Dining && EEntertainment


HungryBearr Cafe

(518) 568-2700Tues., March 20th

Wed., March 21st

- Sloppy Joes w/FF

- Covered Hot Meatball

Sandwich w/FF

- Small Chef Salad & Roll- Hotdog w/Kraut or Mexican

Sauce, FF & Salad

Thurs., March 22nd

Sat., March 24th

- Grilled Chicken Wrap w/FF

- Mushroom Swiss Burger, FF

& Salad

- Hungry Bear Breakfast, 2

Eggs, HF & Meat, 2 Pancakes

or French Toast & Small Juice

- Sausage Gravy on Biscuits

or Pancake

Sun., March 25th

Fri., March 23rd

Now Accepting Credit Cards

7304 State Hwy. 5,St. Johnsville, NY

Tues.-Thurs. 6am-3pm;Fri. 6am-7pm; Sat. 6am-2pm;Sun. 7am-11:30am; Closed Mon.

HOMEMADE SOUPS AND PIES DAILY

- Fresh Haddock, FF or Mashed& Salad

- Fresh Haddock On A Roll

After 4:00 PMBaked Ham & Mashed or FF

& Salad

- Chicken & Biscuits, Dressing,

Mashed & Gravy

- Coldplate: Ham, Mac Salad,

Potato Salad, Cottage Cheese,

Lettuce,Tomatoes & Roll

After a long winter, it’s time for a taste of Saltsman’s.

Join us for Traditional Easter Fare at...

Saltsman’s HotelJunction Rtes. 67 & 10, Ephratah

Fine Country Style Affordable Family Dining Since 1813

Don’t Forget Our Unique Historical Setting for Your Next Bridal Shower, Rehearsal Party or Anniversary Celebration.

www.saltsmans.com

~ Featuring ~Baked Ham, Leg of Lamb,Roast Pork, Fried Chicken,

Prime Rib and Other Menu Favorites.For Reservations,

Call (518) 993-4412

95 Main StreetFort Plain

518-993-3337

2 CHEESE PIZZAS$13.99PLUS TAX & TOPPINGS

2 SELECT LARGESUBS

$9.99PLUS TAX

CHEESE PIZZA& 24 WINGS

$20.99PLUS TAX & TOPPINGS

Also Available:WINGS, COOKIES,

WRAPS, SALADS, ETC.



3rd Cof fee House of the Season!

Sunday, March 25th 3-5pmFeaturing Empty Pockets Band with local group membersPhyllis & Eddie Reese playing gospel and countryProceeds to benefit Schoharie Flood Victims$500 donationn att thee door

St.. Johns-St.. Markss Lutherann ChurchChurchh Street,, Canajoharie

Forr moree informattionn call

673-2224

Bus TripYankee Stadium

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

$110.00

NY YANKEESvs.

ATLANTA BRAVES1PM INTER-LEAGUE GAME

Per Person

Round Trip Coach&

Field Level Seats

Contact: Carmen Licari - (H) 518-568-7328 (C) 518-727-6024Tony Susi - (H) 518-568-3464 (C) 518-332-1556

Sponsored by St. Johnsville American Legion Post 168

Lunch: Tuesday - FridayDinner: Friday

64 Church Street, Canajoharie518-673-6700

Stump Trivia ~ Wednesdays 6:30pmLive Music Friday, March 23rd

“The Dependents”

The ElephantBistro

THURSDAYHappy Hour

& Darts3:30-5:30


St. Patrick’sDay Dining

18th AnnualSt. Patrick’s DayCELEBRATION

Friday, March 16TH

and Saturday, March 17TH

Starting 11:30am Fridayand 1pm Saturday TILL WE RUN OUT OR PASS OUT!

Featuring:Featuring:THE BEST CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE THE BEST CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE in Central NY in Central NY (Ask Y(Ask Your Friends!!)our Friends!!)

• All Y• All Your Favorite Irish Foodsour Favorite Irish Foods• Irish Musicians from All Over the Area• Irish Musicians from All Over the Area

• Guinness, Killians & Smithwick• Guinness, Killians & Smithwick ’s on T’s on Tapap

“Irishh Music,, Foodd && Funn“Irishh Music,, Foodd && Funnthee wayy it’ss supposedd too be!”thee wayy it’ss suppoosedd too be!”

Jim’s Irish Harbour20 Little Mohawk St., Canajoharie, NY • 518-673-2474

by Elizabeth A. TomlinMost of us visit

McDonald’s at leastonce in a while anduse the convenientdrive-through win-dow. And many of ushave made that dona-tion requested by theemployee there to giveone dollar helping tosupport the RonaldMcDonald House.

Recently, SageStinson did that verything in the monthbefore she turned 9years old. Afterwards,she asked her mom,Cameo, for an expla-nation of what theRonald McDonaldHouse was. When shelearned that RonaldMcDonald Housesprovide a “home-away-from-home” forfamilies of seriously illchildren receivingmedical treatment, anidea formed in hermind. She decided shewould take advantageof her upcoming birth-day to raise money forthe Ronald McDonaldHouse.

“I’m a 50’s girl!”Sage laughs. “I lovemovies about the 50’s,and I love the movieGrease!”

So, it seemed onlynatural to her thatshe would use the50’s theme for herbirthday party. “Idecided I wanted tohave a sock hop,”Sage said. “Grandpawas my DJ. We calledhim Jimbo the DJ!”Sage’s “Grandpa” isthe well-known JimMiller of the Jan &Jim duo. Staying intune with the theme,50’s music was playedthroughout the birth-day party.

With her mom’s helpSage designed postersreflecting the themefor the party’s menu,and she invited 20 ofher best friends, ask-ing them to dressaccording to the 50’stheme. In lieu of birth-day presents, sherequested donationsbe made to the RonaldMcDonald House.

“Sage raised almost

$400,” Cameoremarked. And due toher fund raising event,she and her familywere invited to Albanyto tour the RonaldMcDonald House.

“It was great!” Sagesaid.

Sage is a 3rd grader

in Mrs. SharonTowse’s class inCanajoharie.

You can also make adifference.

To donate to theRonald McDonaldHouse go tohttp://rmhc.org/how-you-can-help/ donate.

Making a differencewith Sage

At the Hop!

Sage Stinson's cake reflected the 50's theme.Photos by Elizabeth A. Tomlin

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MAR 1-31Arkell Center News and

Events for FebruaryArkell Center, Canajo-harie, NY. • Daily Activities:

Cards, dominos andreading.• Monday - Friday: 10am - 12 noon. WinterIndoor Wlaking Programwill continue.

• Monday-Friday: Noonmeals provided by theMeals of MontgomeryProgram (M.O.M). Reser-vations required by noonof the previous day.• Wednesdays: 3-4 pm.Gentle Yoga with instruc-tor Sylvia Wohlgemuth• Monday, Wednesdays& Fridays: 10:15-11 am.Senior’s Exercise Pro-gram with Bob Smith.• Tax Aide Service: Nowthrough April 11. AARPTax Aid will be availablefor appts. on Wednes-days from 9 am till noon.Please call 518-673-2943to schedule an appoin-ment.• Defensive DrivingSchedule: April 3-4, 1-4pm, May 5, 9 am - 3:30pm, Aug. 20-22, 1-4 pm,Sept. 17 & 19, 5:30-8:30pm. Call 518-673-4408for more info.

SPECIAL EVENTS• March 21, April 29:1:30 pm. Public CardParty. Donation $2.Prizes & refreshments. • March 20: 9:30-11 am.Spring Fling Breakfastwith our Seniors in theCommunity Center. Allarea senir citizens areinvited to join us.• 11:30 am - 12:30 pm.Blood Pressure Clinic.Home Heath Care Part-ners Corp. (Co-spon-sored by St. Mary’s &Natan Littauer Hospitals)Also providing healthand wellness informa-tion.MEETINGS• March 23 & 30: 12:45pm. Canajoharie SeniorCitizens Club Meeting.• March 22: 2-3 pm.Alzheimer’s SupportGroup.

ORIGINAL VALLEY PENNYSAVERNOTE: Calendar entries must arrive at the Original Valley Pennysaver’s office by the Tuesday prior to our publication date for themto be included in the calendar of events. Send events to Lee Publications c/o The Original Valley Pennysaver, 6113 State Highway 5, P.O. Box 121, Palatine Bridge, NY13428. E-mail: [email protected] [email protected]

Calendar of Events

Dolgeville UnitedMethodist Church

21 N. Helmer Ave., DolgevillePastor: Rev. Diane E. DiLuzio

315-429-7381Worship 11:00am

Sunday School @ 9:30am beginningSeptember 18th

Bible Study - Wednesdays @ 12:30pm

Faith, Hope and LoveChristian Fellowship

18 W. Grand St., Palatine Bridge518-673-5128

Rev. David W. [email protected] 11:30am,

For other service times please call

Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

26 Moyer St., Canajoharie518-673-3440

Holy Communion Sundays at 9:30amFellowship Time to FollowCall for Holy Day services

The Rev. Virginia L Ogden, [email protected]

Grace Christian Church20 Center St.,

St. Johnsville, NY 13452Rev. Harry J. Teuchert

315-866-8626Sunday School 9:30am

Worship 11:00am

Fort Plain UnitedMethodist Church

39 Center St., Fort PlainRev. Alan Griffith

Church Office 518-993-3863Parsonage 518-993-3645

Office Hrs Tues & Thurs. 10am-4pm ALL WELCOME,

Worship Service 11am

Ames - Sprout BrookUMC

613 Latimer Hill Rd.Ames, NY 13317

518-673-2265Rev. Dr. Campbell LakerSunday Service 9:30am

FultonvilleReformed Church

Corner of 5S & 30Pastor Jane Hubschmitt

Sunday School 10AMFamily Worship 10:30AM

Glen Reformed ChurchState Hwy 161 in the

Hamlet of Glen 4 miles South of Fultonville

518-212-6022Pastor Tim Alicki

Sunday Worship at 9. Sunday Schoolimmediately following Children’s Message

Cherry ValleyAssembly of God

37 Alden St., Cherry Valley, 607-264-3306

Pastor David Carpenter, Jr.Sundays 9:30am

Christian Church of Charleston Four Corners

1380 E. Lykers Rd., Sprakers518-922-9088

Pastor Brett PoppSunday School (adult & children) 10am,

Worship 11am, Sunday Eve. Prayer 6:30pm,

Thurs. Eve. of Encouragement 6:30pmwww.christianchurchcharlestonfourcorners.org

CornerstoneBaptist Church

7274 St. Hwy. 10, Ames518-673-3405

Sunday School 10am, Adults & ChildrenMorning Worship 11am, Youth Ministry

5:45pm, Evening Worship 6pm, Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7pm,

Awana Club 6:15-8:15pm

Currytown Reformed Church

829 St. Hwy. 162, Sprakers 518-673-2772

Rev. Donald HoaglanderSunday School 9:15am

Worship Service 10:00am

DolgevilleChristian Fellowship3 Elm St., Dolgeville, NY 13329

315-429-9142Dr. Marvin Isum, PastorWorship Sunday 10:30am

Midweek Fellowship Tuesday 7pmwww.dolgevillechristianfellowship.org

EmmanuelEpiscopal Church

588-594 Albany St., Little Falls, NY315-823-1323

Sunday Mass 10amCoffee Hour following Sunday Mass

Sunday School & Youth GroupTuesday 10am Mass & Bible Study

Friday 10am-2pm Thrift Shop

Church of the Nazarene3316 State Route 29 WJohnstown, NY 12095Offices: 518-762-2982

Cell: 857-523-8417Pastor, Rev. Mark Fowler

Sunday Morning Service 11:00amSunday School for All Ages 10:00am

Church of Christ UnitingPO Box 896

Richfield Springs, NY 13439Rev. Deborah Waldron

315-858-1553Service: Sunday 9:15am

Church School: Sunday 10:15am

Everlasting JoyBelievers Fellowship66 Hancock St., (Rte. 5S)

Fort Plain, NY 13339315-858-2112

Pastor Carolee CoyeSunday Service 10am

Fonda FultonvilleUnited Methodist Church

11 Montgomery St., FultonvillePastor Nancy Pullen • 853-3311

Sunday Morning Worship 9:15-10:15, Sunday School 9:15-10:30, Coffee

Fellowship Following ServiceOur Mission-To Actively Follow Christ

and To Inspire Others To Accompany Us.

Fordsbush Bible Church131 Clark Rd., Fort Plain

518-568-7606Pastor Kevin Keever

Sunday School 10am, Morning Service11am, Eve. Service 6pm, Wed. Service

6:45pm, Thurs. Visitation 6pmwww.fordsbushbiblechurch.com

Home of Victory Christian Academy

Freysbush UnitedMethodist Church

Freysbush Rd., Fort Plain518-993-3645

Rev. Alan Griffith, OfficiatingWorship 9am,

Sunday School 10am ALL ARE WELCOMEcoffee hour to follow service

Grace Episcopal Church32 Montgomery St., Cherry Valley

315-858-4016Fr. Kyle Grennen, Priest-in-ChargeSunday 11:00am Holy Communion/sermon

Call 518-673-3011 To Place Church Listings or Fax Listings to 518-673-2381

Church Directory


The House of Zion, Inc.580 Dillenbeck Road,

Palatine Bridge518-673-2382

Saturday MorningWorship Service 11:30am

St. Paul’sLutheran Church

36 Lydius St.,Fort Plain, NY 13339

518-993-4442Rev. Kenneth DingmanSunday Worship 11am

The Time forTruth Ministries

PO Box 351Amsterdam, NY 12010

Phone 518-843-2121Cell 518-774-8558

Reformed Churchof Sprakers

112 Sprakers Hill RdMark Tiffany, Preaching Elder

Worship ~ 10AM

Trinity Lutheran Church5430 St. Hwy. 10,

Palatine Bridge518-673-2224

Rev. Zach LabaghSunday Worship 9am, Sunday School 10am,

(No services in July, meet at St. John’s St.Mark’s Lutheran Church in Canajoharie).Communion on the first & third Sundays

RandallChristian Church

NY Rte. 5SSunday Service 10am

Pastor Lance Borofsky

Reformed Church of Fort Plain

165 Canal St., Fort Plain, NY 13339518-993-4302 • [email protected]

Rev. Nancy E. RyanSunday Worship 10:30am, AA meetings on Tues. 7pm,

Home of Manna House Meals, ACommunity Meal Program-Sat. & Sun 5pm

Our Lady of Hope R.C. Church

115 Reid St., Fort Plain, NY 13339Parish Office [email protected]

Pastor: Father Dennis MurphyMass Schedule: Saturday, 4pm; Sunday,8:30am & 11am; Mon.-Thurs. 8:30am.Confessions: Sat. 3 & by appointment

Please call parish office for Holy Day schedule

Valley Alliance Church85 E. Main St., Nelliston

518-993-3458Pastor Dave Prahst

Sunday School (all ages) 9:15am, Sunday Worship 10:30am, Wed. Praise & Prayer 7pm,

Fri.Youth Group 7pm (7-12th grade)

The Holy Spirit Polish National Catholic Church

618 E. Gansvoort St. Little Falls, NY315-823-0793

Father Rafal DadelloMass at 11am on Sunday

www.holyspiritpncc.org

Stratford UnitedMethodist Church

Route 29A315-429-9085

Rev. Roger WaldronWorship 9am

St. Thomas the ApostleCatholic Community

1 Church St., Cherry Valley607-264-3779Masses Sunday 8:30am & 11am

St. Mary’sEpiscopal Church

7690 Rt. 80, Springfield Center315-858-4016

Fr. Kyle Grennen, Priest-in-ChargeSunday Eucharist, 9:30am

Coffee - Fellowship follows serviceHoly Days - as announced

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church32 W. Main St.,

St. Johnsville, NY (next to NBT Bank)518-568-3007 Church

518-568-2405 ParsonageRev. David JohnsonSunday Worship 10:30am,

Tues. Bible Bungee-Jumping 7pm, “Bible Study” that actually makes sense!

A Vibrant, Welcoming Community of Faith & Vision

St. Paul’s Universalist Church565 Albany St., Little Falls

315-823-2284Service Sunday 10am

Coffee hour following service.Our Church is a home to inquisitive,spiritual free thinkers with diversereligious beliefs. All are welcome.

Victorious Life ChurchRMI Fellowship

104 Main St. & 431 St. Hwy. 80Fort Plain, NY518-993-3102Sunday School 9am,

Morning Worship 10:30am, Youth Group 5pm,

Evening Worship 7-8pm

United MethodistChurch of Canajoharie

50 E. Main St.518-673-2717

Jesus says - “Come Unto Me” Join us-Special Music Ministry, BeautifulSurroundings, Friendly People

Sunday Service 10:30am - Email:[email protected]

Communion Last Sunday of the Month

The Rose of SharonChurch of God

1485 St Rt 20, Sharon Springs, NY518-284-3307

Pastor Fred JonesWorship Service Sunday at 11am & 7pm

Tuesday night 7pm Bible Study at 122 Moyer St.Wednesday Bible Study at Spring Meadows 6pmFriday Youth at the Church All Welcome at 7pm

The Christian Churchof Rural Grove

170 Rural Grove Rd., Sprakers, NY 12166518-922-7831

Pastor Joshua [email protected]

Sunday School (all ages) 9:45am, Morning Service 11am, Eve. Service 6pm,

Wed.-Family Night 7pm, “Where Bible Teaching is Fundamental”

St. Joseph’s RomanCatholic Church

31 North Helmer Ave., Dolgeville315-429-8338

Father William A. Gorman Sunday Mass is 10:30am,

Daily Mass Mon. & Wed. 8am

St. JohnsvilleMethodist Church

7 East Main St.,St. Johnsville, NY 13452Rev. Harry J. Teuchert

518-568-7983 • 315-866-8626Worship Sunday 3pm

St. John’s Reformed Church

68 W. Main St., St. Johnsville518-568-7396

Faithfully Following Jesus ChristSunday Worship 10:30am

St. John’s Lutheran Church774 St. Hwy. 163, Freysbush, NY

518-993-4442Rev. Kenneth Dingman

Sunday Worship 9:30am, Sunday School 10:30am,You are invited... Ladies Aid W.E.L.C.A. Meets 1stSat. of every month. For Fellowship in Christ’s Service.

Handicapped Accessible

St. John’s & St. Mark’sLutheran Church

143 Church St., Canajoharie518-673-2224

Pastor Zach LabaghSunday Worship 11am,Christian Ed. 9:[email protected]

Seeker’s Fellowship14 Park Place

St. Johnsville, NY 13452518-568-7700

Pastor Mike YezierskiSunday Worship 6pm, Tues. Prayer 7pm,

Bible Study 7pm (Wed., Thurs. & Fri.)We teach the fullness of God’s Word,

a life of holiness for the believer,and salvation for all who trust

in Christ’s sacrifice.

110 E. Smith St., Herkimer, NY 13350Services - Every Sunday - 10am

& Wednesday - 6:30pm315-292-7539 email - [email protected]

Reformed Churchof Canajoharie

15-19 Front St., Canajoharie518-673-2816

Rev. Miriam BarnesWorship 10am, Nursery Provided,

Christian Education for children & adults 9am

Oppenheim UnitedMethodist Church

Route 29Pastor: Rev. Diane E. DiLuzio

315-429-7381Worship 9:30 Sundays,

Totally Awesome God-TAG time 6:30pmWednesdays beginning in Oct., Sunday

School 9:00am beginning September 18th

Marshville Evangelical Church

Route 10 SouthRev. David BowleyWorship Sunday 9am

National Kateri TekakwithaShrine and Indian Museum3636 St. Hwy. 5, PO Box 627

Fonda, NY 12068-0627518-853-3646

Weekly Masses: Sat. 4:30pm, Sun. 10:[email protected]

Lighthouse Baptist Church1524 St. Rt. 29A, PO Box 114

Stratford, NY 13470-0114 315-429-8854

Pastor Martin SmithSunday Morning Worship 10:30am; Wed.Eve. Prayer Meeting 6:00pm; 2nd & 4th

Sunday Dinner following Morning Service with Afternoon Service following dinner

“Old-Fashioned Bible Preaching”

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Joy Fellowship296 Co. Hwy. 119

St. Johnsville, NY 13452518-568-5507

William Hayes PastorJoyce Loughran Assistant Pastor

Sunday School 9am, Morning Worship 9:30amWednesday Evening Worship 6:30pm

Holy Family ParishLittle Falls, NY315-823-3410Saturday 4pm

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Grandview Baptist Church15 Washington St.

Fort PlainPastor Dan West

Sunday School 10amMorning Service 11am

Bible Study & Prayer Meeting,Wednesday 6:30pm


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bage Dinner Fultonville ReformedChur-ch, intersection ofRte. 30A & 5s, Ful-tonville, NY. 4-7 pm.Adults $8.50, children 6& up $4, Children under6 free. Take outs will beavailable. Please call853-1099 for pre-saletickets.

MAR 17-18Multiple Garage Sale

Fort Plain Senior Center.9 am - 3 pm. Call 993-3432 for details.

MAR 17, APR 7 & 21Cooperstown

Farmers MarketCooperstown FarmersMarket, 101 Main St. inPioneer Alley, Cooper-stown, NY. 9am - 2 pm.Winter veggies, apples,meat, poultry, eggs,cheese, baked goods,jams, crafts, maple syrupand more. Call 607-547-6195. On Internet atwww.otsego2000.org/farmersmarket

MAR 23 & 30Maple Syrup

Making WeekendsIlion Indoor Farmer’s &Artisan’s Market, Park-er’s Clapsaddle Farm,Route 51, 437 Otsego St.,Ilion, NY. 10 am - 5 pm.Both the historic boiler &our evaporator will bedemonstrated. Childrenwill each receive a freshlybaked Amish cookie.Local & Amish farmerswill be offering produce,meats, baked gods,cheese, yogurt, honey,jarred goods & crafts.Quilts, sewing & basketsmade by the Amish willbe for sale. 17 local wineswill be sampled. Spon-sored by the MohawkValley Historic Assoc.,Inc. Call 315-894-4660.

MAR 25Coffee House

St. John’s- St. Mark’sLutheran Church, Cana-joharie, NY. 3-5 pm.Eddie Reese & the EmptyPockets Band will be fea-tured. Proceeds will ben-efit the Schoharie ValleyFlood Victims. $5 covercharge at the door.Refreshments available.Call 518-673-2224.

MAR 30Gigantic Spring Basket

Fundraiser DrawingFonda Library, Fonda,NY. Lots and lots of verycool spring things! Takea chance for only 1 dollara ticket. Contact FondaLibrary, 518-853-3016.

MAR 31Ames Auxiliary Easter Egg Hunt

Ballfield behind AmesMuseum. 2-3 pm.Refreshments. Prizes foreveryone. Coloring con-test. Pick up a coloringpage available March 18at AVFD firehouse Pan-cake breakfast, 7 am - 2pm.

Book SaleFort Plain ReformedChurch, 161 Canal St.,Fort Plain, NY. 8 am - 1pm. Used books, DVD’s,CD’s at reasonableprices. Coffee, tea & fin-ger foods availagle. Comebrowse and relax with agood book.

Free Beginner Computer Class

Fonda Library, Fonda,NY. 1-2 pm. Computerclass has seats for only 5people unless you bringyour own laptop (if listfills up more classes willbe arranged). Please pre-register at the Libraryduring open hours andplease give the Library an

idea of your computerskills and what youwould like to learn sofuture classes can bearranged. Contact FondaLibrary, 518-853-3016.

APR 1Palm Sunday Service

Crum Creek Church, 110County Highway 108, St.Johnsville, NY. 1pm.Refreshments and fellow-ship to follow. APR 3, MAY 5, AUG 20

& 22, SEP 17 & 19Defensive Driving

CoursesArkell Center, Canajo-harie, NY. • April 3-4: 1-4 pm.• May 5: 9 am - 3:30 pm.• Aug 20 & 22: 1-4 pm.• Sept. 17 & 19: 5:30-8:30 pm.$20/person. All classeswill be held in the Com-munity Room of ArkellCenter. Upon comple-tion, individuals qualifyfor a NY ate point &insurance reduction cer-tificate which will bemailed to them. Paymentrequired in the form of acheck or money ordermade payable to TheShults Agency or cash -paid on the day of thefirst class. Bring yourdrivers license.. ContactJoam Cimino, 518-673-4408, leave your nameand phone number.

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APR 6Beautiful and fun

Easter BasketsFundraiser Drawing

Fonda Library, Fonda,NY. Baskets for childrenand adults alike, stop ondown and check themout. Lots and lots of cooland colorful Easterthings! Take a chance foronly 1 dollar a ticket.Contact Fonda Library,518-853-3016.

MAY 6-9Bus Trip

to Washington DCDeluxe round trip coach,three nights lodging,breakfast every morning,daily bus shuttle tomemorials with returnshuttle nightly.$300/person. Paymentmust be made at time ofreservation. For ticketreservations & paymentcall Carmen 518-568-7328, cell 518-727-6024or Tony 518-568-3464,cell 518-332-1556.Sponsored by Morris J.Edwards Post 168, St.

Johnsville, NY.APR 14

Trinity LutheranChurch Annual Rum-

mage SaleRt. 10, Stone Arabia, NY.Featuring an assortmentof gently used & newbaby items, furniture,books, kitchen appli-ances, knick-knacks,candles, clothing, gener-al household itemws &other treasures. Bale salewill be held throughoutthe sale, assorted home-made salads will also beavailable. Donationsaccepted at the churchfellowship hall on April 4from 9 am - 5 pm. Calljeanette 518-673-3894.

MAY 10-11Spring Book, Bake &

Plant SaleFrothingham FreeLibrary, Fonda, NY. 11am - 7 pm. Includes forsales gently used books,videos and DVDs alongwith plants and delicioushome baked goods. Call518-853-3016.

SEP 13-14Fall Book & Bake Sale

Frothingham FreeLibrary, Fonda, NY. 11am - 7 pm. Call 518-853-3016.

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WINE and Beer served.Mercato Pizza & Restau-rant, 38 W. Main St.,Canajoharie. 518-673-4411

WANTED TO BUY: OldGrit newspapers (not theGrit magazine). 518-568-5115

NEED A NEW ROOF?We carry GAF/ELK Life-time warranty premiumroofing architectural lam-inated shingles. 6 colorsin stock with 14 colorsavailable. Call for Prices.C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35Hough St., St. Johnsville518-568-7016

D I N N E R S P E C I A L :$29.95 bottle of winea n d t w o d i n n e r s .Mercato Pizza & Restau-rant, 38 W. Main St.,Canajoharie 518-673-4411

2008 PONTIAC G-6 GTDk. grey, 33k, V-6, auto,full power, chromewheels, 4 door. SALE:$13,495. John C. Miller,Inc. 518-762-7124

8 FOOT TABLES & folding chairs for rent.Canajoharie VolunteerFire Department 518-378-3279 or [email protected]

Leave the work & clean-ing to us, we do estatesales, auctions or justpurchase any unwantedsaleable items. ContactTim 518-332-5157

Cuffe Computers offersaffordable repairs andupgrades as well as cus-tom built systems. 518-993-4833.

2007 HONDA AccordSE, red, 52k, V-6, auto,alloys, full power. SALE:$14,995. John C. Miller,Inc. 518-762-7124

Country Treasures Furni-ture: We buy completeestates and also cleanattics. 518-568-5121

Even though itsometimes seemsthat March is the lastmonth you need tosurvive beforewarmer weatherstarts, the monthdoes bring a lot ofimportant health-related observances.With these remindersfrom USA.gov, youcan make March ahealthy month:

• We set our clocksahead last weekend!Sunday, March 11was the start of day-light savings time thisyear. Most states settheir clocks forwardby one hour last Sun-day night, so you lostan hour of sleep. Andif you’re like mostpeople, you alreadydon’t get the fullamount of sleep youneed. Sleep problemsand disorders aremore common thanyou think. Find outhow you can get abetter night’s sleep.

• It’s easy to forgethow important nutri-tion is to you andyour family. NationalNutrition Monthreminds you to payattention to whatyour family is eatingand offers tips on howto get back on ahealthy track.DietaryGuidelines.gov is a good place tostart to see if yourfamily is getting the

nutrition they need.Nutrition.gov pro-vides shopping, cook-ing and meal plan-ning tips. A variety ofother resources fromUSA.gov can help youfigure out the bestfood choices for youand your family.

• Colorectal canceraffects thousands ofwomen and menevery year, and is thesecond leading causeof cancer deaths inthe United States.Over 90 percent ofcases occur in those50 years of age andolder. Colorectal can-cer screenings savesthousands of liveseach year, so encour-age your loved ones toget an annual screen-ing. March is NationalColorectal CancerAwareness Month;learn more about howto prevent and treatit.

• March is also RedCross Month. TheAmerican Red Crosshelps millions of peo-ple worldwide pre-vent, prepare for andcope with emergen-cies and is the largestsingle supplier ofdonated blood in theU.S. Find contactinformation for thechapter closest toyou, and learn thehistory and impor-tance of the RedCross.

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Welcome to Maple WeekendMarch 17-18 and 24-25, 2012 10am-4pm each day

Collecting Maple SAP

Processing Maple SAP

Just about the time we startto see temperatures rise abovefreezing, maple sap beginsflowing. In Western NewYork, this occurs around lateFebruary and early March.Because sap can flow even

when the tree is dormant, thetemperature change is essen-tial since it draws water fromthe trees' roots through thetree, allowing the sap to flowmore easily.

Keeping the trees healthy

and productive is a major con-cern, so selecting the propertrees and inserting the bestnumber of taps is vital. Cur-rent recommendations call forone tap for trees at least 12inches in diameter and two

taps for trees with a diametergreater than 18 inches. Thisconservative tapping guide-line produces less sap per treein the short-term, but is moreproductive long-term.

The next consideration in-volves collecting sap safelyand not injuring the tree be-yond its ability to heal. Treesproperly tapped can producesap for decades. So, mapleproducers use a specialized bitwhich drills a hole about ahalf-inch wide and three inch-es deep. The hole is drilledabout four-and-a-half feeabove the ground at an up-ward angle of about 10 de-grees. That allows gravity toassist in draining the sap fromthe trees.

Maple producers use a spe-cialized piece of equipmentcalled a spile to draw the sapfrom the tree. A spile is simi-lar to a spigot. It's gently in-serted into the tree by handand then seated with a malletor hammer. Spiles serve sev-eral purposes - they provide a

seal against the spread of mi-croorganisms into the tree,they allow sap to flow out andthey support the sap collectionsystem (bucket or plastic tub-ing). Spiles remain in the treeuntil the sap season is com-pleted, generally when the sapflow ceases or when sap losesit sugar content.

When you think of tappingmaple trees, you think of cov-ered buckets hanging fromspiles. But in the 1950s, plas-

tic tubing made maple tappingless labor-intensive and morecost-efficient. The tubes con-nected each tree to a centralcollection system. Since the1960s, maples producers haveused vacuum pumps withplastic tubing systems to col-lect sap.

Sap often is stored in tanksholding the equivalent of twodays of good sap flow, orabout two to three gallons pertap.

The sweet process of turningsap to syrup happens in a sug-arhouse. But this sugarhouseis quite different from the oneHansel and Gretel happenedupon - a fully equipped sugar-house contains a great deal ofequipment, including a stor-age tank, an evaporator, areadily accessible fuel supply,and perhaps modern technolo-gies such as a reverse osmo-sis, preheating, or vapor com-pression systems. Other itemsinclude facilities to store andpackage syrup, and perhaps akitchen for production of oth-er products such as maplecandy.Traditionally, wood was used

to fuel the evaporators to pro-

duce maple syrup. Wood firescreated a homey atmospherethat many maple producersbelieve is part of the perfectmaple experience. And woodis easily available as a fuel,aiding in forest managementwhen diseased and fallen treesare used. But most wood-fired evaporators are ineffi-cient compared to modernevaporators powered by otherfuels. It takes one full cord ofwood (128 cubic feet) to pro-duce approximately 25 gal-lons of syrup.

It takes time to make maplesyrup. Water is removed fromthe sap by heating it, concen-trating its sugar from two per-cent to approximately 66%.

In modern evaporators, sapflows into a "sap pan" and isheated, allowing evaporation.Then the concentrated sapflows into a "syrup pan" forfinishing. The finishing pantypically is an open-toppedlarge pan heated from below.It allows a controlled removalof syrup as it reaches the finalstages of processing, creatinghigher-grade, uniform syrup.Most commercial operationsrely on hydrometers or refrac-tometers to accurately assesssugar concentration. Non-commercial operators mayuse "sheeting", a process thattakes a flat edge scoop anddips and removes it from thenearly-finished sap. The flatedge sheds the syrup in"sheets" if it has reached thecorrect sugar concentration.

Commercial producers oftenstore syrup in 30-gallon

drums during the productionseason. Syrup in drums can besold in bulk to various outletsor repackaged by the producer

into smaller containers.Before packaging, maplesyrup is filtered to removeprecipitates that form during

processing. After filtering,syrup is graded according tothe amount of light passingthrough it.

Visitors learn how to tap a maple tree at Merle Maple Farms in Attica.

Checking on the boiling process of the sap.

“Taste the Sweetness of Nature!”

Mud RoadSugar House10-4pmMarch 17th & 18thComplimentarySilver Dollar Pancakes“Award Winning Maple Products”

March 24th & 25thComplimentary Corn FrittersFresh Syrup with Lots of Samples

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