Community Updates: What’s Going On in Schenectady County

May 1, 2024

Updated: May 1, 2024

The Daily Gazette is your go-to source for community updates from all corners of the⁤ county. Here are the latest community notes on the various events and happenings throughout the county.

NAMI ‍FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP GATHERING

SCHENECTADY — The NAMI family support ‍group holds meetings from 6-8 p.m. every⁢ Wednesday at Ellis ‌Hospital, ‌1101 Nott St. ⁢The group, facilitated by trained Clinical Social ‍Worker Kevin Moran, is a‌ safe space for family members of individuals dealing with mental health conditions or mental illness. All are welcome, regardless of where ⁢they live. To join this confidential, free group, sign in at Ellis Hospital via the Security Desk at the Emergency Department entrance and ask for directions to the B3 conference room. For more information, call 518-986-9114.

CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S GATHERING

SCHENECTADY — The New York Capital District Christian Women’s Connection is hosting a “Flowers in Bloom” luncheon at 11:30 a.m. ‍on May‍ 14 at the Guilderland Elks Lodge, 3867 Rte. 146 (Carman Road). The cost is $17 inclusive (cash only). Guest speaker Ann Van Hine will share her experiences of “God’s Presence and Peace in Times of Pain.” ⁤Musical guest Peter Hilmar will be performing. A representative from Wade Tours⁣ will⁤ also be present.⁢ For information and reservations by May 8, call⁣ Nancy at 518-320-2649‌ or Mae at 518-895-8977. Everyone is welcome.

LANDLORDS’ MEETING

SCHENECTADY —‌ Schenectady Landlords⁢ Influencing Change (SLIC) will ‌hold a meeting at 6:30 p.m. on ⁢May 1 at the‌ Trinity Lutheran Church, 35 Furman St. Guest speaker Ericka Vacafores from the Red Cross will discuss fire safety, the free smoke alarm installation program and more. ⁣Realtor Lori Dalrymple will also address the ⁢group. SCAP’s housing specialist Donna Gonzalez and Attorney Dan Binisan will provide updates.⁤ The public is invited. A $2 ‌donation is requested ⁢from non-members. Yearly membership is⁢ $35. Refreshments provided. For information, contact Chris Morris at 518-209-0666 or cmorris918@gmail.com.

FOOD AND POVERTY DISCUSSION

ROTTERDAM — The Rotterdam⁢ Community Center, the Labor Religion Coalition of New York State and the‍ Schuyler Center for Analysis and Advocacy will host the Schenectady Food and Poverty Speak-Out on May 1 at the Rotterdam Community‌ Center, 705 Curry Road. Come share and learn about the impact of poverty and food insecurity in our community⁣ and how we can take ‍action‍ to combat them. Dinner will be served at 5 p.m. with speakers beginning at 6 p.m. To attend ‍or volunteer to speak,‌ sign up ⁤at rotterdamcc.org

BBQ FUNDRAISER FOR FOOD PANTRY

ROTTERDAM— Christ’s Church of the Hills will⁢ host a chicken and ribs BBQ‌ from 4-7 p.m. on May 17 at the church,⁢ 4809 Mariaville Road. Dine‍ in or take ⁢out. Full rib dinners are $18, half chicken $16, a la carte ribs $11 or chicken $9. To pre-order, call 518-346-1900 or email cch3461900@gmail.com. Cash or checks accepted. All proceeds will go towards the church Blessing⁢ Box food pantry.

KNIT AND CROCHET GROUP SESSION

AMSTERDAM — The Amsterdam Free⁣ Library will host a weekly knit and crochet⁣ group at‍ 2 p.m. on ⁣May 1 at the library, 28 Church St. This is⁤ not a teaching‌ program. Bring your current project. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call ‍518-842-1080

FREE SHRED EVENT

AMSTERDAM —‍ Grow‌ Amsterdam NY, Inc. and the Amsterdam‌ Free Library ‌will sponsor a free community shred event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on May 4 at Veterans Park. This event is for residents only to destroy up to 4 legal size boxes of their sensitive material. Documents from businesses are not accepted. Non-confidential documents including phone books, magazines, newspapers, junk mail, receipts, binders‌ of any kind, wet, damp, or moldy paper, electronic media including computer disks, diskettes,⁤ or CDs and books will NOT be accepted. Registration is required ⁤at www.amsterdamlibrary.com For more information,⁤ contact Karen Shaffer⁢ at kshaffer@mvls.info or 518-842-1080