Another 34 at Risk of Closure

Submitted by Parks & Trails New York, a statewide advocacy organization that works to expand, protect and promote a network of parks, trails and open spaces throughout our state for use and enjoyment by all.

At least 57 state parks and historic sites are targeted to close if Governor Paterson’s Executive Budget is enacted, according to a list released today. Twenty-two more parks will face severely reduced hours and services. A list released to the Legislature details another 34 state parks that will close if $5 million slated for park operations in the Environmental Protection Fund per the Governor’s 21-day Budget Amendments is not enacted.

“News of the closings will devastate many communities as their citizens rely on parks for affordable, close to home recreation and their businesses rely on parks to bring in revenue,” said Robin Dropkin, Executive Director of Parks & Trails New York, a statewide advocacy organization.

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Submitted by the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce

The Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the following businesses have recently joined them: Crossroads Incubator Corporation, Johnstown; Kem’s Dry Cleaners & Laundromat, Amsterdam; Kool Dipper, Amsterdam; MohawkValleyGuide.com, Canajoharie; and Project Action Tobacco-Free Coalition, Amsterdam.

“One of the several advantages of being a Chamber Member is the referral process,” states Membership Assistant, Kathi Bassett. “Visitors,
residents, and people looking to move into the area contact. The Chamber looking for business of all types. I encourage businesses that haven’t yet joined to call me at 853-1800 for more information on how we can help your business. Now more than ever chamber membership is one of the most cost-effective ways to promote your business.”

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Submitted by the Cranesville Fire Department, Amsterdam.
Are you going to be having a fundraiser? Let us know at events@mohawkvalleyguide.com

Friday, February 12th, 12-8pm

Saturday, February 13th, 10am-6pm

Valentine’s Day Roses will be on sale February 12th and 13th to benefit the Cranesville Volunteer Fire Department.  $25 per dozen, and vases will be available for an additional fee. 

Watch for the “Roses Ahead” signs!

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Submitted by the Schoharie Chamber of Commerce.
Do you have an event you would like to share? Email us at events@mohawkvalleyguide.com

January 30, 2010, 1-4 pm

Join in the fun! Sponsored by Cobleskill Partnership Inc, businesses and organizations are hosting FREE activities throughout downtown from 1-4 pm on Saturday, January 30, 2010.   Check it out:

SUNY Cobleskill’s Woodsman Club – Centre Park. Demonstrations, activities for adults and kids.

The Studio for Art and Craft -paint a pottery magnet, we’ll fire it in the kiln (ready in 1 week) for kids and adults

If Looks Could Kill – free hair stripe for kids (with parent)

Catnap Books – book sale,  free book appraisals and refreshments (for adults and kids)

Impress – kids’ craft – make a bookmark with the Cooperative Extension

Scholet’s Furniture – come hear Northern Comfort at 2 pm.  Local boys (men) make good.  Eclectic selection of songs – what else would you expect from them?

Head Start Gym – games, obstacle course and more (for kids!)

Harmony Acres -kids’ craft – make a wooden snowflake to hang

Dragonflys and Dreams -kids, get your face painted

Coby’s – children’s movies on the ‘big’ screen (includes popcorn and soda) and a free fountain drink or small coffee for parents

Timothy Murphy Pub at The Bulls Head Inn – $1 off any food item on the NEW pub menu

Pizza Shack – kids’ craft

Real Estate  & Appraisal Associates – balloon animals by Maggie

Nicole’s Hair Shoppe – Grown-ups luxuriate!  Free polish change, parrafin dip, eyebrowing waxing

The New Game Store -

Stay tuned as our other locations are finalized.  For information, call 296-8122.

Submitted by Montgomery County Tourism Director Gina DaBiere-Gibbs

The Amsterdam Mohawks have found a home at Shuttleworth Park.  After
being part of renovations within the baseball facility since 2003 that
totaled over $500,000, the Mohawks are now spearheading a $1.2 million
Capital Campaign that will overhaul the entire rest of Shuttleworth
Park. 

“Certainly the baseball stadium and the softball fields have come a long
way but over the years the rest of the park itself has become a little
outdated, overgrown with weeds and in need of some TLC.  While the
setting is gorgeous and the city tries to maintain it, there just aren’t
city monies to give the park the updates that it needs.  We are hoping
to do just that”, said Mohawks President Brian Spagnola, who is the
point person on the start of the project.

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Each year we like to take one night to go look at other peoples Christmas lights and decorations, and this year is no exception.

We loaded up the car, got the Christmas music playing, and pulled out our map of the Canajoharie-Palatine Bridge Chamber Decorating Contest contestants and headed out on our way.

It’s an old family tradition of mine, started by my parents, that we would drive around and give a rating of each house based on a 1-10 scale, so we were well prepped in judging for the contest.

We drove leisurely from house to house, including a lot that were not participating in the contest, but still had beautifully decorated homes.

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Submitted by Canajoharie-Palatine Chamber of Commerce

Trim your yard, and light up your neighborhood with the Canajoharie-Palatine Chamber of Commerce with their
Outdoor Holiday Decorating Contest!

You can register your house tonight at the Elves Night Out Celebration, or by calling the Chamber at 673-4434.

Prizes are as follows:

$150 Best Overall Display

Sponsored by our local realtors: Mohawk Town and Country Realty, Richard Euler Realty, Krutz Properties, Montgomery Realty, Valley View Realty, and Mort Wimple Associates.

$25 Best Themed Display

Sponsored by The Pineapple House Bed and Breakfast

$25 Best Door Decoration

Sponsored by Dutchtown Ace Hardware

$50 People’s Choice Award
(Vote at Dutchtown Ace or Picture Perfect or on line by sending an email to info@canajohariepalatinechamber.com)

Sponsored by Iroquois Lanes and Sarah Leszczynski Attorney at Law

Best Business Display
receives a free one year membership to the Canajoharie-Palatine Chamber of Commerce

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Friday, December 4th 2009

It’s that season again in Canajoharie! Elves in the street, Santa in his wagon, and singing around the Memorial Tree.

This years elves night out will feature these expected features, along with some new ones.

4:30 – Bring your letters to directly to Santa at the Canajoharie Post Office, 50 West Main Street.

6:00 – Sing around the Christmas Tree with the Canajoharie Elementary School Choir at the Village Park, Corner of Church and Little Mohawk Street.

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Just wanted to remind everyone of the special meeting Tonight – Admin

Tuesday, November 24th at 7pm

Tonight, there will be a special Village Board Meeting in regards to the parking situation in Canajoharie.

The meeting, held by the Village Board, will also be attended by an official from the NYS Department of Transportation. All area business owner (on Church Street and beyond) and concerned area residents are encouraged to attend.

The meeting will be held at the Municipal Building at 75 Erie Blvd in Canajoharie (next to the VFD and Police Station).

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Checkers Out Speedway – Johnstown NY. Sure, it’s getting cold outside, so do some go-cart racing indoors! They have sprint cars, too!

Dome Liquors – Hancock St Fort Plain. This man has never failed at matching wines with your meal.

Charter House Restaurant – Hancock St Fort Plain. Full sitdown meals in a nice ambiance (we vote for the potroast!).

Canal St Pub – 9 Canal Street Fort Plain. With 8 beers on tap, live music and steamed clams, you can’t miss!

Ruby and Quiri – N Comrie Ave Johnstown. Save up to 30% on a home makeover for the holidays!

The Funny Farm – Big Thanksgiving Dinner this week, and Live Comedy every weekend!

The Tepee – St Hwy 20 Cherry Valley. The best gift shop this holiday season, also with the best view of the valley!

M&M Printing and Design – Elmwood Drive, Gloversville. Your “No Problem” printer, with specials on business cards and stationary.

The Shults Agency - With 2 locations, 3 Canal Street Fort Plain
Briggs St Plaza Johnstown. A long-time area business supporting our communities. Did you see them in the Johnstown Parade?

Sarah J Leszczynski, Attorney At Law – 22 Church Street Canajoharie. Specializes in Family Law, and accepting new clients.

The Hearn Agency – Erie Blvd Canajoharie, and Jacksland Associates,
N Comrie Ave Johnstown. The family owned Insurance Agency, insuring people and businesses in our area for generations.

Mohawk Valley Eyecare - Erie Blvd Canajoharie. Personal Eyecare with quick turnaround, usually next day!

Rock Of Ages – Sprakers NY. A great place to pick up homemade stone birdbaths and benches for gift giving, carved by Larry himself!