Montgomery County Chamber Events Calendar - Chamber Events

St. Mary's Memorial Annual Golf Classic, Rolling Hills Country Club, Route 5, Fort Johnson.

12 Noon Shot Gun

10-12 Registration, $225 per golfer, $75 per person (non golfer) for dinner

Call Lesley Lanzi at 770-7584

The Friends of Sanford Stud Farm will host their 4th annual Open house at the Broodmare Barn, centerpiece of the former majestic Sanford Stud Farm, on Route 30 on September 11th from 11 am - 3 pm.

As in past years, the day will feature area vendors, crafters, and artisans, food and entertainment, as well as tours of the historic Broodmare Barn, which has been the focus of extensive restoration work over the past 3 years. Additionally, the ever popular Morgan Horses of Trinity Farms will greet visitors at the ca. 1870's facility. Admission to the Open House on Saturday is Free.

For more information, contact Tom Foster at 866-1287, or Claudia Helmer at 842-3060, or Lou Hildebrandt, Jr. at 761-0703.

The Friends of Sanford Stud Farm is hosting the first ever Open House Reception at the Broodmare Barn. The reception, a catered event, will feature assorted hors d'oeuvres and wine. Additionally, Friends of Sanford Stud Farms memorabilia and a silent auction will be available for Friends and guests to pursue. Proceeds from the benefit event are earmarked for continuation of repairs to the facility, specifically interior and exterior painting and electrical work. Considered by some as a "tad upscale in nature", dress is business casual.

The reception is scheduled to run from 6pm - 9pm. Donation: Members $25, guests $35. Parking will be available at the NBT Bank in Hannaford plaza. A shuttle trolley, courtesy of Just Horsin Around Trolley Service of Saratoga Springs, will porvide transportation between the bank and the reception.

For more information call Tom Foster 866-1287, Claudia Helmer 842-3060 or Lou Hildebrandt Jr. 761-0703

Amsterdam Zephyrs Football home game at Lynch Middle School 7:30pm

Sundae on the Farm, September 19, 12-4pm, Stowdale Farm, 1545 Kennedy Road, St. Johnsville, Free for all. For more information contact Elma Phillips, 518-887-5740.

Sundae on the Farm's typical events are Horse drawn wagon rides, Animals on display, Farm exhibits, Milking contest, 4-H Chicken BBQ, Ice cream, and Farm market.

Put Your Own Oxygen Mask on First presented by Ann Quinn - This is an interactive training about building overall well being into each and every day, regardless of what is taking place around us. Participants will learn tools, skills and techniques to help them remain grounded in all enviroments. By putting our own oxygen mask on first, we can learn how to assist others, without sacrificing ourselves in the process.

Wednesday Sept 29, 9am-4pm, St Mary's Hospital Carondelet Pavilion, 390 Guy Park Ave, Amsterdam. $45 per person, light breakfast and lunch included. To register please contact: Ann Rhodes, 518-736-8188, ext 105. hfmasac@yahoo.com

**6 CASAC/CPP hours will be given to those who attend the entire workshop.

Celebrate the workforce and volunteers of Montgomery County! The chamber will recognize individuals that make a difference in our businesses and communities every day! Awards will be presented for Employee of the Year (Large Business), Employee of the Year (Small Business), Employee of the Year (non-profit), Tourism Volunteer of the Year, and Junior Volunteer of the Year.

Nominees for employee of the year and tourism volunteer include: Linda Blencoe, Palatine Bridge; Nancy Collins, St. Mary’s Hospital; Cheryl Curtis, Baldwin Research; Anne DeGroff, Amsterdam Urban Renewal Agency; Paul Gavry, Amsterdam; Virginia Haley, West End Wine & Liquor; Julie Hemstreet, Liberty ARC; Lester Hughes, St. Mary’s Hospital; Dolores Jacksland, Palatine Bridge; Dr. Nancy Knudsen, St. Mary’s Hospital; Tammy Mickan, United Way; Jean Moller, Home Health Care Partners; Leon Ozug, St. Mary’s Hospital; Joe Palmateer, West End Wine & Liquor; Joe Pereicich, West End Wine & Liquor; Denise Rogers, SMH Amsterdam Memorial Campus; Roseanne Rusnica, Amsterdam City Hall; Jeanette Stevens Daury, Inman Center; Liz Valentin, West End Wine & Liquor; and Lisa Zarrelli, Amsterdam Family YMCA.

New this year is the Junior Volunteer of the Year. Nominees include: Amanda Auricchio, Amsterdam; Alyssa Baldizon, Amsterdam; Rusty Baumes, Palatine Bridge; Maxine Petrosino, Amsterdam; Katie Ranno, Fort Plain; and Ashley Werner, Amsterdam.

Thanks to event sponsor St. Mary's Hospital and Award sponsor CDPHP.

Reservations $25 p.p., call the Chamber at 842-8200

The 8th Annual Montgomery County SPCA Dog Walk and Pet Party, benefiting the MCSPCA New Shelter Building Fund, will again be held at Shuttleworth Park in Amsterdam. Admission is by donation. Dog Walk registration begins at 11am, with prizes for the most donations collected! Dog-less supporters are encouraged to walk also! The Pet Party continues from 11am – 3pm, with vendors for pets and their people, demonstrations, adoption clinics, SPCA Shelter Shop, animal rescues, microchip clinic, educational booths, petting zoo, contests, prizes, food, and much more! Dog owners are reminded to be prepared to clean up after their dog.

The 13th annual senior picnic sponsored by Montgomery County Office for Aging, Inc. is scheduled for Fri., Sept. 17 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at the Fonda Fairgrounds.

Big Band and Polka music will be provided by Mike Wancewicz. Exhibitors will have information about their services and products. Bingo with prizes is on the agenda for the morning. Lunch will be served at noon. Adults aged 60 and older are invited to attend this event.

In an effort to assist Montgomery County senior citizens during the upcoming holiday season, the OFA will have boxes to collect non-perishable food items at the picnic. If you donate a non-perishable food item or make a cash donation, your name will be included in a special prize drawing.

Tickets are available at the OFA, 135 Guy Park Ave. in Amsterdam, for a minimum donation of $8. For more information call OFA at 843-2300.

Empowering Women's Expo - contact Liz Tesiero at 848-6364 for information. Hosted at The Century Club, 130 Guy Park Ave, Amsterdam, by Zonata and the Century Club of Amsterdam. Helping women re-entering the work force; resume' writing and review, interview skills and much more! Held on Saturday, September 11th from 10am - 1pm. Reservations recommended. Call the Century Club at 842-2031 and leave a message. Walkins are welcome. Free Admission.

Harvest Dinner - Contact Kim Rogers at 853-4733 or 842-2031 for information. Hosted at the Century Club of Amsterdam, 130 Guy Park Ave, Amsterdam, 4:30-7pm. A Harvest Dinner featuring: corn, corn on the cob, corn chowder, corn salad, and Ham will be served. Special Harvest baked items will be available for purchase. Adults $10, children 5-10 $5, children under 5 free. Reservations requested.

Cow Chip Bingo at the Fonda Fair, Friday Sept 3rd, 2-4:30 pm, Fonda Fair Grounds, proceeds will benefit CASA of Fulton & Montgomery Counties, A program of Centro Civico of Amsterdam, Inc. Advocates for abused and neglected children.

Bet your luck against the gastronomical actions of our cows, and you could win up to $1250 (20% of proceeds). $5 Donation per ticket (land deed parcel), Each parcel measures 2 sq. ft. There are 1250 deeds available. Winners need not be present to win.

For more information call CASA of Fulton & Montgomery Counties at 842-3762 ext. 2207

The opening of Nathan Littauer Hospital's newly expanded and renovated Emergency Care Center made possible through the generosity of the people and businesses of Fulton, Hamilton and Montgomery Counties.

Nathan Littauer Rehabilitation Medicine presents: Preventing sports injuries in young athletes. Sept. 15 at the Johnstown Holiday Inn, 308 North Comrie Ave, Johnstown. Registration and refreshments 6-6:30 pm. Program 6:30-8:15pm. Free event, limited seating. You must register by calling 773-5533 or by emailing stopsportinjuries@nlh.org

Presentation by leading experts: Orthapaedic Surgeon Dr. Gerald Ortiz: Keynote address, Sports Medicine, A Spotlight on the Young Athlete. Emergency Medicine Pahysician, Dr. Todd Duthaler: "Emergencies on and off the Field". Pediatrician Dr. Richard Solby: "Prvention of Overuse Injuries, Advice from a Pedeiatrician, Coach and Father". William Oates, Physical Therapist and Director of Rehab Medicine, "Treating the injured athlete", Featuring live demonstrations from physical therapist and athletic trainers.

This program was created by the Sprots Medicine Team at Nathan Littauer Hospital to promote the awareness and prevention of sports injuries particularly in youth. Enter a chance to win a football from Stop Sports Injury Council of Champion, Sam Bradford, the number one NFL draft pick.

Join us for an informational night as we discuss Trafalgar's IRISH PUBS & FOKELORE TOUR and other European destinations
Refreshments will be served...Please RSVP to 684-0064

Montgomery County Mayors meeting with Peter Baynes from the New York State Conference of Mayors. September 15th, 5:15 at Crystal Ristorante, 72 Lyon Street, Amsterdam.

Business Breakfast Seminar with DOT Leaders on Infrastructure, “Upcoming Infrastructure Projects and How They ight Impact Your Business,” Wednesday, September 22, Winner’s Circle, Fonda.

Welcome NYS DOT representative Michael A. Shamma, Regional Director, who will discuss: project overview for Montgomery County and how the budget impacts these projects;do project delays impact safety; and signage—how do businesses obtain signage from roadways.

“If you are in business or drive within Montgomery County, you won’t want to miss this informational program,” states Chamber Membership Assistant, Andrea Brooks.

Also in attendance from DOT to answer questions and provide input will be Bob Rice, Planning and Program Manager; Jim Piccola, Planning Program Management Group; Paul Unczur, Resident Engineer for Fulton and Montgomery County; and Steve Zywiak, Regional Design Engineer.

Registration and a continental breakfast begins at 7:30 am, the program will begin at 8:00 am. Reservations are 10 for chamber members, $15 for the general public. Call the Chamber at 842-8200 for more information and registration.

The eight countywide Chambers are holding a special luncheon, Tuesday, September 21st, at the Desmond Hotel and Conference Center, 660 Albany Shaker Road, Albany. Bruce Piasecki, President and Founder of AHC Group, a consulting firm specializing in environmental, energy and frugality consulting, will be addressing member of these chambers about an awareness that carbon based energy sources are finite and the realization that changing the way we do and create business can save both these resources as well as money. Registration 11-11:30am, Lunch 11:30-noon, Program Noon-1pm. $50 per person includes a copy of "The Surprising Solution". Please call The Chamber at 842-8200 to register.

Chamber Invites Business Community to Tune Into Webinar on Health Insurance Reform

There are many, many pieces of the Health Insurance reform bill. And now that some of the dust has begun to settle on the debate, it’s time to look at what the legislation actually means for your business.

The Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce and Bouchey & Clarke Benefits Inc. invite you to participate in a one-hour Webinar “Healthcare Reform YOYO (Your Obligations Your Opportunities)”, Wednesday, September 8, at 1:00pm. Guest Speaker Allen T. Steinberg, a noted ERISA attorney for Hewitt Associates (a Fortune 500-focused benefit consulting firm), has completed a full analysis of the new legislation. Mr. Steinberg is advising his clients to be patient. He will discuss what employers need to do to comply and what you may want to do in response to the legislation. He will help you focus on the key aspects of the law and achieve some perspective before you act.

Call the Chamber at 842-8200 for more information and the link to register for the webinar.

Lowe's Saftey Saturday, September 25th, 10am-2pm, 4825 State Highway Rt 30, Amsterdam. Join Lowe's and the Home Safety Council for a fun event for the whole family. Learn how to keep your family safe at home. Demonstrations and trucks on display from local area volunteer fire departments and law enforcement. For more information or to participate as a organization call 954-2400.

The Fort Johnson Volunteer Fire Department is celebrating it's 75th Anniversary on Saturday, Sept 11th with the 75th Anniversary Parade & Field Days. The parade begins at 11am, up Route 67 to the Village Park. There will be food, raffles, demonstrations, award winning Amsterdam Marching Rams, a bouncie bounce and more.

Fulton Montgomery Community College will be hosting a Raiders Reunion Alumni Game Day on Saturday Oct 2nd, at the college's campus. The day will kick-off at 8:30am with a 5k run and one mile walk. This event, cosponsored by the Fulmont Roadrunners Club, is open to alumni and the community. There will be a $15 fee for runners and $10 fee for walers prior to Setember 25. A special rate of $10 for runners and $5 for walkers will be given to FM alumni. After September 25, the rate for everyone will be $20 for runners and $10 for walkers. Applications can be found on the college's website at www.fmcc.suny.edu or by contacting Jean Karutis at 762-4651 x3604.

The rest of the day's schedule includes a Lady Raiders volleyball tournament at 9am, a men's baseball game at 11am, a men's soccer game at 11am, a Lady Raiders basketball game at noon, a Lady Raiders softball game vs. FM faculty & staff at 1pm, a Lady Raiders competitive soccer game at 1pm, and a men's basketball game at 2pm. At the end of all events a buffet style dinner will be served in the college's cafeteria. All participants are invited to attend dinner, receive a commemorative t-shirt, and catch up with their former teammates.

Former Raiders are encouraged to participate in the sport they once played while attending FM. To sign up for an event or for further details, contact Kevin Jones, Athletic Director, at 762-4651 c2103 or Amy Radik, Coordinator of Public Relations and Marketing at 762-4651 x3616.

Ron Burch, curator of the NYS Museum art and architecture collections, and Scott G. Haefner, site manager of Old Fort Johnson, will conduct a "behind the ropes" tour of Old Fort Johnson. Focusing on the building's architecture rather than the collections of the Montgomery County Historical Society headquartered at Fort Johnson, the presentation will highlight the design, contruction, and subsequent modifications to what is arguably the first "great House" west of Schenectady, built in 1749. Because of the nature of the tour attendance is limited to just 15 people. Please call 843-0300 or email museum@oldfortjohnson.org to reserve your space.

Montgomery County's Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proclamation Ceremony, Friday Oct 1, 9am, Supervisors' Chambers County Office Building, Fonda. Proclamation to be read by Assemblyman George Amedore. Local dignitaries and service providers will show their support of the efforts of The Montgomery County Task Force on Domestic Violence. The Task Force was created to educate and protect our community through awareness by taking a "Zero Tolerance" stand on Domestic Violence. Light refreshments will be served. For further information, please contact Carmen Santiago, Task Force Coordinator at 842-3489.

Leatherstocking Honor Flight Benefit Spaghetti Supper, Monday Sept 27, 4pm-7pm, Crystal Ristorante, 72 Lyon St, Amsterdam. $10 adult, $9.50 child. Please join us to help give our WWII Veterans a free trip to Washington, DC. Take out available, please bring container. 50/50 raffle, t-shirt sale. Tickets on sale at the Montgomery County Office for the Aging, 135 Guy Park Ave, Amsterdam, NY 12010.