Huddle for peace and warmth with your neighbors at the next association meeting on Thursday, January 12 at 7 pm at the Delaware Branch Library, 331 Delaware. Parking. Handicap accessible. Snow date will be February 9. Did we mention homemade cookies?
2. Tonight is the First Friday of the New Year. Starts at 5 pm. Enjoy art galleries and music after at Emack & Bolio’s. http://1stfridayalbany.org
3. Start the New Year right at Sheehy Palmer Post #6776, 525 Delaware Avenue. This Sunday, January 8, from 8:30 to noon, you can enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet. Only $7 gets you pancakes, French toast, eggs, bacon, sausage, tea, coffee or juice. 465-9349 (sorry for date mistake on facebook)
4. This year’s Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Interfaith Memorial Service will be held on Sunday,January 15 at 7 pm in our neighborhood at St Francis of Assisi Church (formerly St. James), 391 Delaware Ave. All are welcome to this annual celebration of the life and work of Dr. King. The evening includes interfaith readings and prayers as well as music by several local groups. The offering received at the event is the primary source of funding for the Council of Churches Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Fund for graduating high school seniors. Applications for the 2012 awards will be available at the service and are due to the Capital Area Council of Churches by March 31. If you are unable to attend the service and wish to make a gift to the scholarship fund, please send your check made out to “CACC-MLK Fund” to 646 State St., Albany, NY 12203. 462-5450
5. There is still time to write to the USPS about the proposed closure of the Academy Station Branch Post Office. Even though the closing is temporarily suspended they are still accepting comments from the public and compiling information about the need for this branch.
Post Office Review Coordinator
ALBANY PFC
30 Karner Rd
Albany NY, 12288-9992
6. The contact information for our new County Legislator Noelle Kinsch is 928-1373 (cell) or atnkinsch@yahoo.com
7. You are cordially invited to a Valentines Dinner-Dance on Saturday, February 11 at the Sheehy Palmer Post, 525 Delaware Ave. Doors open at 5 pm for an Italian Dinner with draft beer. Followed by music & dancing from 7 to 11 pm. $15 per person. RSVP by Feb 4 appreciated. 465-9349. Limited tix at door.
8. Celebrate the 2nd Anniversary of the new branch library on Delaware Avenue by attending an activity there!
* Pilates for Beginners- Wednesdays 2/1, 2/8, 2/15 & 2/22 from 6:30 - 7:30pm. The series, led by instructor Megan, will strengthen your core, and improve balance and overall wellness. Beginners welcome. FREE! Limited Space, Registration Required.
* Facebook for Adults - Monday 2/6, 6:30 - 7:30pm. Have you ever wanted to stay in touch with family and friends and DANA on Facebook, but you weren't sure where to start? This hands-on workshop will cover many Facebook basics including account setup, privacy issues and more.
* After-School Storytime - Thursdays 2/9 & 2/23, 4:00 - 5:00pm. Now, in addition to the weekly pre-school storytime, there is a twice-monthly storytime for children grades K - 3.
* Ongoing activities include Delaware Dogs on Tuesdays at 4 pm, Pre-school story time on Wednesdays at 10:30, Purl Jam knitting on Wednesdays and boys book club, ESL, crafts and more. 463-0254 http://evanced.
8. Fantastic neighborhood artist Kevin Kuhne will have an art show at the Spectrum Movie Theater (290 Delaware) January 25 through March 2. You may recognize some of the subject matter.
9. Our food pantry needs nonperishable items – soup, cereal, juice, peanut butter. Drop food off at the pantry during open hours – Tuesday & Thursday from 11 to 2 pm. Financial donations to the pantry are always needed, and can be sent or dropped off at St. Francis Rectory, 391 Delaware Ave. Thank you!
10. Perhaps it will be snow season soon. If so, don't get towed. Call 476-SNOW (7669) After a snow emergency, 1st 24 hours - all vehicles on even side. 2nd 24 hours - all vehicles to odd side.
11. Our Albany Police Neighborhood Engagement Unit reports:
“The winter months are upon us and neighbors along with visitors of the neighborhood are starting to slow down and hibernate. Please note that there have been a small series of burglaries within the area. Over the last two months we have experienced five break-ins. Access was gained mostly through the back door or unlocked windows. We urge all residents to make sure your windows and doors are locked and secured. At night, keep your porch light on. Keeping your lights on is a good deterrent for crime. Last year during the winter, there were several properties where the owners failed to properly shovel their sidewalks and remove ice from the pavement. This is inconvenient and dangerous for residents who walk the neighborhood, as well as for Officer Singh and Officer Fiorino, who walk all winter. The rules regarding removal of snow pertain to the walkway in front of a house and the sidewalks. Snow/ice must be removed and cleared within 24 hours of a snow fall. We will be working with the Department of General Services to ensure that this code is enforced."
As always if you have any issues you can contact Officer Fiorino at: mfiorino@albany-ny.org. The South Station number is (518) 462-8050 Cell Phone (not for police calls, for service) is 542-1614. For Police Emergency Calls Dial: 9-1-1 or 438-4000
12. Welcome! Stop in and say ‘hello’ to a great new neighborhood restaurant at 544 Delaware – Mingle. Chef Un-Hui Filomeno is offering delicious “food for thought.” Being good neighbors is high on their mission statement. 915-1468
For your and community health, please shop, dine, and stroll on Delaware Avenue in the New Year. And remember, you don't need to move to live in a better neighborhood.
-Louise for Delaware Area Neighborhood Association
432-0516
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