WNBZ Community Calendar

CHILDREN’S PROGRAM — The preschool Story Hour Program, sponsored by the Saranac Lake Free Library,109 Main Street, will resume on Thursday, September 20, at 10:30 a.m., in the Elinor B. Preis Children’s Room. All preschoolers are cordially invited to enjoy stories and the fun of getting together with other children every Thursday morning. Call 891-4190 for more information.

TUMBLING CLASSES AT THE ARTS CENTER Fall 2012

The Lake Placid Center for the Arts will be hosting tumbling classes beginning September 20^th for 6 weeks in the Annex studio at the Arts Center. Registration begins on Monday, August 27 at 9:30am.

During the weekly sessions, youngsters two years to twelve years of age will be introduced to tumbling and basic gymnastic skills. The goal of the program is to develop strength, flexibility and coordination while simultaneously building self-confidence. The classes will be instructed by Donna Walsh, Mary Heaverly and Debbie Neill. Classes will be held on Thursdays for six weeks: September 20, 27 & October 4, 11, 18, 25.

Classes will be offered in the following groups: Tots A ages 2 to 3 ½ (must be accompanied by an adult) will meet from 1-1:45pm with a course fee of $50. (please note: Tots B will be filled first, Tots A will only run if Tots B is full). Tots B for ages 2 to 3 ½ will meet from 1:45-2:30pm with a course fee of $50. Kinder Gym is for children 3 ½ to 5 years of age from 2:45-3:45pm with a course fee of $60. Wiggle and Roll is geared for children 5 to 8 years of age and will meet from 4-5pm with a course fee of $60. Flips is presented for ages 8 to 12 years from 5 -6pm with a course fee of $60.

For additional information contact instructors Donna Walsh at 891-5909 or Mary Heverly at 891-2973. To register contact the Lake Placid Center for the Arts at 523-2512.

Open House at the Lake Placid Middle/High School will be on Thursday, September 20, 2012, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.

From 6:00 PM –7:45 PM families will be able to follow their child(ren)’s schedule(s) through Periods 1-9; stopping in for refreshments at the Blue Bomber Café during lunch periods. The evening will end at 7:45 p.m. After meeting their child(ren)’s teachers at Open House, parents may arrange for an individual conference time by contacting the teacher directly. Parents are being provided a blank Middle/High School student Schedule Card to fill out with the classes that their child takes on a “C” day. Our classes rotate over a 4-day schedule that is identified as “ABCD”.

More upcoming events:

On Friday, September 21, 2012, students at the LPM/HS will have morning classes only. Students will be dismissed at 9:50 AM.
On Monday, September 24, 2012, Lifetouch will take school pictures at the Middle/High School.

EXPLORE A UNIQUE CORNER OF THE ADIRONDACKS WITH THE WILD CENTER AND BROADWING ADVENTURES

Tupper Lake, NY - Experience the stunning fall foliage of the Adirondacks on this paddle and hiking eXpedition with The Wild Center and Broadwing Adventures on Saturday, September 22^nd from 8:30am until 5pm exploring a little known corner of the Adirondacks, Cedarlands.

During the guided exploration you will learn about the history, ecology and conservation of the Cedarlands. This paddle/hike is on lands that are part of the Cedarlands Boy Scout Camp, a property with restricted summer access; most summer visitors to the Adirondacks do not have the opportunity to travel here. The full day trip, consists of at least 3 miles of paddling on Mud Pond and McRorie Lake, some short canoe carries, and a hike 0.8 mile up Mud Pond Mountain.  The views from Mud Pond Mountain look to the northwest along the expanse of Long Lake and to the summits of the Western High Peaks, a view rarely seen by others.

The group will travel at a gentle pace accommodating everybody’s abilities. Weather permitting, lunch will be eaten at the overlook on Mud Pond Mountain while enjoying the panoramic views of the Adirondack Fall foliage. After the hike, participants will return to the boats and explore as much of McRorie Lake as time and conditions permits, with the possibility of 2-4 miles of additional paddling.

Join the trip with your own boat (BYOB) for $105.  The cost included leadership by veteran Adirondack and NYS Licensed Guides Jack Drury and Doug Fitzgerald, guiding to a remote part of the Adirondack Park, transportation between the launch site and The Wild Center, and a box lunch.  The full package, costs $135, and includes the above as well as a boat, PFD, paddle and dry bag.

Broadwing Adventures is an affiliate of the American Canoe Association.  Learn more about their experience at www.broadwingadventures.com.

Register here or contact Sally Gross, sgross@wildcenter.org, 518-359-7800 x116. After registering, you will receive an email with an itinerary, directions, equipment list, and other information.

The Wild Center is open daily from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. between Memorial Day and Labor Day.  For more information, visit www.wildcenter.org.

The North Country Regional Blood Donor Center program, with its community partners offers these blood drives in September.

• Tuesday, September 4, 2012 Morrisonville Ambulance Service, 4 to 7 p.m.
• Wednesday, September 5, Adirondack Medical Center, Noon to 5 p.m.
• Thursday, September 6, Meadowbrook Healthcare, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Thursday, September 6, Jeffords Steel, Noon to 3 p.m.
• Friday, September 7, NYS Dept. of Conservation, Ray Brook, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Friday, September 7, Riley Ford Chazy, Noon to 3 p.m.
• Monday, September 10, Willsboro Fire Department, 4 to 7 p.m.
• Monday, September 10, Keene Valley  Neighborhood House, 3 to 6 p.m.
• Tuesday, September 11, Plattsburgh State University Angell Center, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, September 12, Hulbert Brothers Tri-Lakes Supply, Saranac Lake, 5 to 7 p.m.
• Thursday, September 13, FCI Ray Brook, 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
• Friday, September 14, Garvey Hyundai, Noon to 3 p.m.
• Sunday, September 16, St. Peter’s Church, Plattsburgh, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Monday, September 17, West Chazy Fire Department, 4 to 7 p.m.
• Tuesday, September 18, Wadhams Community Church, 3 to 7 p.m.
• Tuesday, September 18, Elizabethtown Community Hospital, 3 to 7 p.m.
• Wednesday, September 19, Altona Fire Department,  4:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Thursday, September 20, Town of Black Brook, 3 to 7 p.m.
• Friday, September 21, Clinton Community College, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Friday, September 21, Curtis Lumber, 8 to 11 a.m.
• Monday, September 24, Twin State Voice Data Video, 8 to 11 a.m.
• Monday, September 24, Ausable River Lodge #149 Keeseville, 5 to 7 p.m.
• Tuesday, September 25, Essex County Department of Social Services, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Thursday, September 27, Beekmantown Fire Department Station #1, 4 to 7 p.m.
• Thursday, September 27, Mooers Fire Department, 3:30 to 7 p.m.

Located in the CVPH Health Plaza, the Donor Center is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. No appointment is necessary. For more information about sponsoring a drive or becoming a blood donor call 562-7406 or go online at www.cvph.org.

The Treasure Chests, the FitzPatrick Cancer Center’s breast cancer support group meets Monday, September 24, 6 p.m. in the FitzPatrick Cancer Center.  This month participants are encouraged to bring with them photos to share of happy events.

The group provides support and encouragement to breast cancer survivors. It’s facilitated by Elli Collins, RN, OCN of the Cancer Center.  Future meetings include Complementary Therapies with Karen Prevo, RN (October 22), an informal meeting November 13 and the group’s holiday celebration of December 13 (bring a dish to share and families are welcome). All meetings are held in the Cancer Center at 6 p.m.

For more information, call Collins at 562-7148 or email, ecollins@cvph.org.

Join energized regional entrepreneurs, representatives and professionals committed to responsible and sustainable economic growth in the Adirondack North Country Region.

Entrepreneurship Centers from across the Northeast and other rural communities plan to join many of the sessions this year, creating the best in education, information and new idea exchanges for telecommuters, government representatives and small businesses.

The 2012 conference will offer a variety of discussions geared toward assisting local business owners and improving efficiency, sustainability, and overall profitability of their enterprise.

The agenda for the 2012 Forever Wired Conference is as follows:

• 11:30-12:00 Lunch
• 12:00-12:30 Keynote
• 12:30-1:00 Connectivity Success Stories
• 1:00-2:00 Panel Discussion and Questions
• 2:00-2:30 Closing Remarks

This year’s conference will feature a keynote speaker with a vast background in broadband connectivity issues in rural New York State. His experiences include involvement in both federal and state broadband connectivity policies.

Connectivity Success Stories will feature personal stories from Northern New Yorkers whose lives and businesses have been significantly impacted by broadband accessibility.

Our Panel will include several professionals from the greater Adirondack region who have leveraged broadband connectivity into successful business models. These individuals will discuss future challenges faced in Northern New York, and several strategies and policies that may be used to face them.

Professionals and organizations are invited to set up promotional displays at the conference to connect with other entrepreneurs who may be seeking their services.

Free one-on-one consultations with experts from Clarkson University’s Shipley Center for Innovation and Reh Center for Entrepreneurship are available upon request!

State Sen. Betty Little, NBT Bancorp CEO to speak

PAUL SMITHS, NY (09/24/2012) — When tomorrow’s entrepreneurs graduate college, they’ll need the tools to enter an economy still finding its footing – a topic that is the focus of the 2012 Student Business Symposium at Paul Smith’s College, organized by students in the Business Management & Entrepreneurial Studies Program.

Marty Dietrich, chief execuitve of Norwich-based NBT Bancorp Inc., will deliver the opening keynote address. State Sen. Betty Little, R-Queensbury, will discuss current legislation as well as the North Country business climate and her vision for the region.

WHO:

“Resources for a Turn-Around Economy”: The 2012 Student Business Symposium at Paul Smith’s College

WHAT:

Panelists from NBT Bank; the North Country Chamber of Commerce; the NYS Department of Labor; the NYS Senate; SCORE; and the U.S. Small Business Administration will discuss resources available to businesses in the North Country at this half-day symposium.

Members of the public are welcome, but should note that the event is aimed at college students. Space is limited.

WHEN: Wednesday October 03, 2012 at 09:00AM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

WHERE:Paul Smith’s College
Joan Weill Adirondack Library, Adirondack Room
Paul Smiths, New York 12970

Attorney Robert E. White, will present Elder Law at Saranac Village at Will Rogers, on Wednesday, October 3rd, from 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m., as part of the Saranac Village at Will Rogers Road to Retirement Series. The Road to Retirement Series, which began in September, features programs related to the challenges of retiring, Organized Solutions, Veterans’ affairs and Advanced Directives, and will run through December.

 This program is free and open to the public and a special discount will be offered to new residents who attend the program. Refreshments will be served. For information, please contact Director of Admissions, Jenn Grisi at (518) 891-7117.

COMMUNITY WELNNESS LECTURE AT NCCC

North CountryCommunity Collegewill sponsor a free wellness lecture on theSaranacLakecampus Wednesday, October 3 from 3-4:30pm in S-19 Petty Lecture Hall.

Join internationally renowned author and wellness professional, Mr. German Schleinkofer of Bad Woerishofen, Southern, Germanyand his wife, Sissi, as they present, “Walking the 48^th Parallel & Kneipp Hydrotherapy for Lifelong Wellness.”  The couple will be visiting Saranac Lake as part of German’s quest to walk the 48^th parallel around the world.  To date, he has completed 5,000 miles on this journey and just completed walking the 48^th Parallel across Europe and Asia.  His commitment to wellness and the Kneipp Philosophy has led him to hold seminars and lectures on Kneipp Hydrotherapy all over the world. He and his wife, Sissi, will be guests in the village of Saranac Lake from October 1-7, 2012  to share their inspiring personal story.

 German Schleinkofer is a Massage Therapist, Kneipp Health Trainer, Educator and Lecturer for the Association of Kneipp Physicians and author of the book, “Natürlich gesund mit Kneipp,” translated  “Naturally Healthy with Kneipp.”  His wife, Sissi, is also a Massage Therapist and Wellness and Hydrotherapy Specialist.   InGermany, Sebastian Kneipp (1821-1897) developed a system of water cures for treating body and soul to tonify the body’s resistance to disease.  This hydrotherapy system is practiced in Europe in special spas and is still popular inGermany today.  With abundant natural water bodies, German and Sissi find theAdirondacks to be an ideal place to practice and share this art.  Community members, health, wellness and outdoor professionals are encouraged to attend this lecture to explore the possibilities of incorporating new water-based wellness practices into their daily work.

This program is offered by NCCC’s Massage Therapy and Wilderness Recreation Leadership departments.  For more information about Schleinkofer’s published works, visit www.narayana-publishers.com.  Questions?  Contact Johnna MacDougall 891-2915 x1297, jmacdougall@nccc.edu or Stef Kearns, skearns@nccc.edu, 891-2915 x1223.

October 9, Chamber Business Seminars  The Saranac lake Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with North Country Community College and Paul Smith’s College will present business seminars October 9 and 16 from 6:00-8:00 PM in room C-13 of McCormick Hall on the NCCC campus. The first seminar, Successful Entrepreneurship 2012 for Small Business Part 1 will cover Seasonal Marketing, Marketing Changes, Using Technology, Best Practices For Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Seminars are free to Chamber members and $25 for nonmembers. To register call the chamber at 891 1990 or email info@saranaclake.com.

Attention Parents/Guardians

The Saranac Lake High School is working to establish a Parent Teacher Organization. A committed PTO helps develop a strong partnership between parents and teachers, with a common goal of providing the best school environment for students to attend and achieve their highest potential.

The PTO meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the SLHS cafeteria.  Parents and teachers are invited to attend.

To view the PTO’s website, please click here.

Contact Paul Van Cott, paulvancott@hotmail.com, 637-3612 for more details.

New York State Police, Troop “B”, along with the Adirondack Medical Center and North Country Home Services will be hosting a child safety seat clinic at the Troop “B” Headquarters, Ray Brook, New York on Wednesday October 10th, 2012 from 4:00PM to 8:00PM. Adults who are responsible for providing transportation for children of all ages are encouraged to attend. Technicians will be on hand to inspect seats, assist with installations, provide information and answer questions regarding child seat safety. For more information contact T/Sergeant Brian Goetz at (518)897-2023 or email brian.goetz@troopers.ny.gov

T/Sgt. Brian J. Goetz
Troop “B” Traffic
(518) 897-2023