March Art Exhibit
Sandbud Photography by Bud Maurer
March 2-31
No reception will be held.

6:00 PM: Medical Physics at the Hospital- A presentation of the Northeastern New York Chapter of the National Health Physics Society featuring guest speaker, Dr. Brian Methe. Refreshments begin at 6:00 PM with the speaker at 6:30 PM.

6:00-8:00 PM: Getting Started with Your Own Business: The First Steps on the Path to Success- Learn all about preparing your business plan, financing your own business, defining your specific business model, identifying your customer profile, business strategy, target and test marketing, effective advertising, government regulations, legal structure of your business, and more. Catch the information that will make a difference for you to build your sales, capture market-share and make money. Presented by the Professionals from SCORE/Albany, Counselors to America's Small Business. Register by calling the SCORE office at 446-1118, ext. 233 or contact us at seminars@scorealbany,org

9:00 AM-Noon: People to People Student Ambassadors

1:00 PM: Northeastern New York Orchid Society

1:00 PM: AARP of Colonie—Chapter 2873- Guest speaker: Paula Mahan, Town of Colonie Supervisor.

6:00 PM: The Many Faces of MS- The National MS Society-Upstate NY Chapter presents a patient education program featuring a panel of people living with MS sharing their experiences and a neurologist from Albany Medical Center answering questions and concerns about medical issues.

1:00 PM: Medicare 101- Join us for an explanation of Medicare and the various options a person should know about before turning 65. Information about costs associated with original Medicare and Part D will be included. Presented by Senior Services of Albany for the Albany County Department of Aging. Reservations are required; call the Information Desk at 810-0314.

9:00 AM-Noon: People to People Student Ambassadors

1:30 PM: Steamship Historical Society of America—Hudson Valley Chapter- "The End of Two Eras;" A Grand Farewell crossing, New York to Southampton, of Cunard's QE2, and the legendary Delta Queen's sailing from Pittsburgh to Cincinnati on the Ohio River, during her last season in service. This is a slide presentation by Don Eberle.

2:00 PM: Town of Colonie Historical Society- Jim Shaughnessy presents “A Look into the Evolution of Area Transportation Facilities, Especially Railroads.” Jim Shaughnessy is a licensed Civil Engineer. Since 1947 he has traveled to most of the fifty states, Canada, Mexico and 17 European countries to photograph railroads. He has nearly 90,000 negatives and transparencies in his files. He is a recipient of the prestigious Photography Award presented semi-annually by the Railway and Locomotive Historical Society. In addition, he has authored three books on railroad history as well as a number of articles in several magazines geared for railroad enthusiasts. His most recent book The Call of Trains was published last year by W.W. Norton and features 170 full page art type photos from his 60 year career in railroad photography.

7:00 PM: Osteoporosis- Each year, poor bone health in Americans results in 1.5 million fractures costing the economy $18 billion. Learn the essential ways to prevent and treat the most common bone disease in America by using several alternatives to medication. It's never too early to start! Hosted by Dr. Richard Shade of East Greenbush Chiropractic. Reservations are required; call the Information Desk at 810-0314.

6:00 PM: Home Buying Informational Seminar- North 40 Real Estate presents information about buying and/or selling a home. On hand will be a real estate attorney to answer questions and a mortgage broker with details on how to get prequalified. Several Realtors will be present with information on the housing market. Reservations are required; call the Information Desk at 810-0314.

7:00 PM: The Story Circle of the Capital District- The Story Circle was established to provide members an opportunity to tell before a live audience; to hear stories told; to give the community a roster of active tellers; and to encourage beginning storytellers. Members of the group tell tales to all ages at a variety of events and locations. Members of the public interested in learning more about storytelling or listening to stories are invited to attend. Anyone desiring more information should call 786-1271.

7:00 PM: Colonie Tuesday Night Live Poets' Corner- Local poets and writers of all ages are invited to present six to ten minutes of their original work at this open reading forum. The public is encouraged to stop in and listen. Hosted by William Robert Foltin (785-1252). (Training/Conference Room)

7:00 PM: The Four Myths of Weight Loss- Are you a women over 35 and struggling with weight loss? Discover the truth about how to lose weight and keep it off as Jenny May, the Capital District's top female fat loss expert, reveals the inside information you need to know on weight loss, body transformation and nutrition in this special presentation. Jenny May and Health Thru Fitness, LLC focuses on developing and implementing fitness and health strategies that women over 35 can apply to their current physical status to take their Body, Mind and Spirit to the highest level. To learn more about Jenny May check out www.menopause-weight-gain.com and www.healththrufitness.com. Reservations are required; call the Information Desk at 810-0314.

6:30 PM: Roth IRAs: Retirement Can Be Less Taxing- An educational seminar designed for individuals who may own a Traditional, Simple or SEP IRA who might consider converting to a Roth IRA. Participants will learn: differences between a Traditional IRA and a Roth IRA, features of the new tax law change, benefits of converting to a Roth IRA and important tax considerations. Presented by Frank Marchesini, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones Investments in Loudonville. Reservations are required; call the Information Desk at 810-0314.

5:00 PM: Stretch Your IRA Distributions- The Stretch IRA Strategy is a retirement planning strategy that helps minimize current income taxes, continue tax deferral and create a legacy. This strategy is designed for investors who will not need IRA assets for their own retirement income needs. A Variable Annuity Stretch IRA will also be discussed. Presented by representatives of MetLife. Reservations are required; call the Information Desk at 810-0314.

12:15 PM: Noon Book Review- Alex Bunin is the Federal Public Defender for the Northern District of New York State. He will be reviewing Ordinary Injustice: How America Holds Court by Amy Bach at our Noon Book Review on Thursday, March 25. The Office of the Federal Public Defender for the Northern District of New York represents indigent defendants charged with federal crimes in 32 of the state's 62 counties. For more information about the organization see www.fd.org Mr. Bunin also teaches Trial Practice (Criminal) I and II at Albany Law School. About the book from Publisher's Weekly: "Lawyer and journalist Bach exposes a litany of failures and systematic shoddiness at the core of the American criminal justice system that goes unchecked because the people affected tend to be poor, minorities or both, and because problems are so pervasive that they have become invisible to defenders, prosecutors and judges alike. Bach sees this blindness as a product of a public that cares little for the rights of the accused so long as someone – anyone – is convicted and a courthouse community where prosecutor, defending attorney and judge share a commitment to maintaining order, even at the expense of justice….[Even] more compelling is her portrayal of the people hurt in this system: the victims of crimes, the falsely convicted and the defenders, prosecutors and judges whose own humanity is undermined when they lose sight of the justice they supposedly serve."

10:00 AM: From the Fashion Runway to the Fashion Rack- How does a fabulous dress make it from a simple pencil sketch to hitting the floors of Neiman Marcus?? You will be completely surprised by the hundreds of steps it takes and the incredibly talented people that make it happen. From luxurious fabrics, to sketching, to merchandising and promoting the line, it all starts with an idea. Amanda Glover invites you to experience her daily routine as a fashion designer at Sara Campbell Ltd. of Boston. In addition to her step-by-step presentation she will display Sara Campbell mood boards, fabric swatches, trims, sketches, and of course CLOTHES! Amanda Glover has a Bachelors Degree in Fashion Design and an International Certificate in Fashion Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology. She has been in the fashion industry for over seven years, designing clothing in both New York and Boston. See her designs at www.saracampbellltd.com. Sponsored by The Albany Chapter of the American Sewing Guild (for more information visit www.albanyasg.org). Reservations are required; call the Information Desk at 810-0314. Check-in begins at 9:30 AM prior to the 10:00 AM to 12 Noon program.

1:00 PM: Meet the Upper Hudson Historical Miniature Gamers- Come and learn about this non-profit organization that promotes and educates about the hobby of historical miniature games. It is a fantastic hobby that blends art, history, and strategical thinking. Take command of one of Caesar's legions. Fight Napoleon at Austerlitz. Lead the Allied invasion into France. Can you change history?

PROGRAM CANCELED: 2:00 PM: Book Signing: Nothing But Hope: My Life as a German Immigrant, A Memoir- The lifetime memories of Horst Pogge, a successful Latham businessman born in Germany in 1926, include a series of his interesting and compelling stories, spanning two centuries and two continents. This book was written with his wife, Pat Henkes Pogge, over a period of several years. He tells of growing up under the Hitler regime. Since he lived in Northern Germany in mostly farm country, he was required to join the "Harvest Contingency," and following that, the German Army. He was first captured by the French Moroccans - escaping, and later, being forced to surrender to the American military. His account of the early months spent in the American prisoner of war camp described a picture of day-to day survival under surprising conditions. His story is told in a very personal way - telling the good times and bad, sometimes amusing, informative and enlightening to all those interested in new beginnings. The book will also be available at the Pruyn House, Clearly Yours, Newton Plaza and the Book House, Stuyvesant Plaza.

7:00 PM: Tinnitus Association of the New York Capital Region- Speaker to be announced.

7:00 PM: Fiction Book Discussion Group- This month the group discusses Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout (Youth Services Activity Room)

7:00 PM: Sierra Club —Hudson Mohawk Group: The Challenges of Sprawl and Smart Growth- There has been much concern (though little action) regarding the social, fiscal and environmental consequences of suburban sprawl. In virtually every metropolitan region of the US, citizens are experiencing first-hand the diminished quality of life that results from auto-oriented growth: commutes have become longer, slower, and more expensive; air and water quality (and the overall biosphere) have become degraded, while natural landscapes and species diversity are in decline. In some areas, housing costs soar. In other areas, housing is abandoned and left to crumble. In order to meet the demands generated by new suburban development, many formerly rural towns are faced with the challenge of providing costly new urban-type services such as roads, sewer systems, water systems, schools, libraries, street lights, parks, police and fire protection. At the same time, many older cities are slowly sinking into insolvency as they try to maintain their deteriorating infrastructure, manage crime, improve poorly performing schools, and root out concentrated poverty as jobs, shopping opportunities, and better off citizens abandon the city for its outskirts. Speaker Todd Fabozzi has spent the last fifteen years as a professional urbanist, working two and a half years for the Montgomery County Department of Economic Development and Planning, and thirteen years with the Capital District Regional Planning Commission. Todd will discuss how these regional growth dynamics have played out in New York's Capital District region. He will show, through maps and extensive photographs, the location and type of new growth in the region. He will discuss the general characteristics and trends of this growth; the historical, economic, environmental, political and social context; the issues and challenges facing the Capital District and other New York regions; and alternative place-making techniques to ameliorate the negative aspects of suburban sprawl.

6:30 PM: Smart Home Buyer Workshop: The State of the Real Estate Market in the Capital District- What's really going on? Dawn McCurdy of McCurdy Real Estate and her panel of experts: Attorney Paul Knapp, Mortgage Broker-Joanne Lashin, Home Inspector Peter Hughes and Joe Battaglia, CPA will answer all your questions on the home buying process. They will explain how you can save time, trouble and money in a step-by-step presentation outlining everything you should know to prepare for your home buying experience. Learn about: the latest trends for mortgage financing- what are the best programs for the Capital District area buyers and why?; how to take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit- learn about the deadline and how not to miss out on the Federal Program; the legal aspects of contract to closing; and home inspections for your protection. Reservations are required; call the Information Desk at 810-0314.

Introduction to Computers: Gateway to the World Wide Web
Date: March 11 @ 2:00 PM
Are you a computer novice? This hands-on computer course is designed for individuals with little or no previous experience. The course will focus on developing skills in the following areas: 1) Basic understanding of the Windows environment. 2) Ability to use the computer mouse. 3) Ability to use the computer keyboard. 4) Ability to access computer programs and files. This 2-1/2 hour class is limited to 8 participants.

Introduction to the Internet
Date: March 12 @ 10:00 AM
This class is designed for library patrons who have little or no experience with the Internet and the World Wide Web, but who are basically competent with using a computer. Learn Internet terminology and how to access the Internet from home, work, and at the library. Emphasis will be on browsing and searching the World Wide Web using a Web browser’s toolbars, menus, and hypertext links. The class lasts approximately two hours and is limited to 8 participants.

Intermediate Internet: Using Search Engines
Date: March18 @ 2:00 PM
This class is designed for library patrons who have experience using the World Wide Web, and are very familiar with using the computer mouse, keyboard and the Windows environment. Learn the best methods of searching the Internet. We will explore the many search engines and directories available to aid you in your informational quest. WARNING: This is not an Introduction to the Internet. We ask that you have already spent time online and have a modest understanding of the World Wide Web and the Internet. Each class lasts 2-1/2 hours and is limited to 8 participants.

Basic Word Processing and File Management
Date: March 18 @ 10:00 AM
This class explores the basic features of the Microsoft Word Screen from top to bottom. The purpose of this class is to encourage students to perform basic editing functions on a prepared document, to create a folder in Windows Explorer, and to save the document to the folder. Students should have dexterity with the mouse, keyboard experience, familiarity with the Windows environment, and a sense of humor. The 2-1/2 hour class is limited to six students.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2003
Date: March 31 @ 1:00 PM
This class will explore the basic features of Excel. Students will learn how to create a worksheet and perform simple calculations and manipulations with data. Students should be familiar with the Windows environment, the keyboard and be able to use a mouse. This class will be two hours and is limited to eight students.

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Last updated March 1, 2010