The Chamber of Southern Saratoga County is offering a seminar series designed especially for individuals who are thinking about starting their own business or have just begun the process.

“Traditionally, when the economy appears uncertain, individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit decide to shape their own destinies and start a new business. The Chamber wants to give those new entrepreneurs the knowledge they need to avoid the costly mistakes that many people make when they are just starting out”, said Peter Aust, President & CEO of the Chamber of Southern Saratoga County.

The unique series consists of seven seminars on topics ranging from writing a business plan to monitoring cash flow, preparing budgets, and increasing profitability. The seminars have been developed with the input of both state and local business experts and will be presented by various professionals. StartUpSmart will end with a special graduation [...]

HOW TO USE YOUR TELESCOPE
To be held at the Pinebush Discovery Center, 195 New Karner Road, Albany, New York 12205 on March 7th from 4 – 6 pm. The workshop will include inside instruction and outside viewing (if clear!) The cost is $20.00 per telescope (free to members of Dudley and friends of Pinebush Discovery Center). The workshop is being offered through Dudley Observatory, please call Dudley at 382-7583 to reserve your spot and advise the manufacturer and model number of your telescope.
www.dudleyobservatory.org

The Dudley Observatory has been supporting research and education in astronomy and the history of astronomy for over 150 years. While celebrating the International Year of Astronomy 2009 (IYA2009), which commemorates the 400th anniversary of the first use of an astronomical telescope, we will promote a greater appreciation of the inspirational aspects of astronomy while stimulating interest in astronomy and science under the central [...]

Does the night sky fascinate you? Would you like to gaze at planets, star clusters, and galaxies through a telescope? Would you like to show these wonders to other astronomy lovers?
The Dudley Observatory is looking for STUDENT AND TEACHER INTERNS. We will teach you to find your way around the night sky, and to use a telescope to observe interesting celestial objects at public star parties.
Each intern who fulfills the program requirements will be awarded a telescope to keep, so that they will have the equipment, as well as the knowledge and experience, to enjoy this as a life-long quest.
The Rising Star Internship Program is open to students currently in 7th through 10th grade and teachers at all levels. Applications will be accepted until March 1st. Winners of the internships will be announced in mid-April.

See application procedure on website. [...]

ALBANY HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER, VINCENT AMODEO ELECTED PRESIDENT OF DUDLEY OBSERVATORY, EMPHASIZES DUDLEY’S SCIENCE EDUCATION MISSION
Annual elections of Officers were held on January 13, 2009 at a regular meeting of the Board of Trustees. Mr. Vincent Amodeo, Albany High School Science Teacher, was elected to the position of President of the Dudley Board. Mr. Amodeo has been a Trustee for two years and has been an active member of the Education Committee and, in addition, chairs the Curriculum Committee. The election of Mr Amodeo, the first public school teacher to serve President, underscores Dudley’s primary mission in science education.

Alan French, an active member of the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers was re-elected to the position of Vice President. Michael Kornstein, an attorney with Cooper Erving & Savage, was elected to the position of Secretary. Vincent Maine, Vice President with Key Bank, was elected to [...]

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

(Colonie), February 9, 2009 — Community Resource Federal Credit Union, in association with the Hudson Mohawk Road Runners Club (HMRRC), will host the 4th Annual Community Resource Father’s Day 5k Run on Sunday, June 21 to benefit Capital District Community Gardens. The road race will be held at the Crossings, which is located at 580 Albany Shaker Road in Colonie. This year, there will be children’s events including face painting, crafts, and races organized by age level.

The Credit Union is looking for local businesses, organizations, and individuals who are willing to sponsor this family-oriented event that attracts hundreds of runners and spectators. Sponsorships range from $50 to $250. The deadline for sponsorship is April 15. For more details or a sponsorship application form, call Wendy Meola at 783-2211, extension 225.

This year, Community Resource hopes to raise $7,800 to support Capital District Community [...]

Chamber to celebrate Quadricentennial at Annual Dinner

(Albany NY) – The Albany-Colonie Regional Chamber of Commerce is asking for your vote. In celebration of the region’s Quadricentennial, the Chamber has compiled a list of some of the area’s most influential events of the past 400 years. The Chamber is asking Capital Region residents to vote on which milestones have had the biggest impact on our region.

Voting will take place on the Chamber Web site at the following web address: http://acchamber.org/historyofdiscovery.aspx.
Only one vote per person is allowed. Voting is open to the public and will be open through Thursday, Feb. 26.

The survey breaks down 400 years into six time periods. Each time frame features four multiple choice events from which to choose. [...]

Super Refund Saturday
@ The Albany Public Library!

What: Albany Public Library joins with KeyBank, United Way of the Greater Capital Region, Capital Region CA$H for a free tax preparation event for Albany residents qualified for the Earned Income Tax Credits ($38,646 or $41,646 if married filing jointly) in 2008.

Who: The event is hosted by the Albany Public Library and the returns will be prepared and filed by United Way and IRS-trained KeyBank employees (certified tax preparers).

When: Saturday, February 7
9AM – 3PM

Where: Albany Public Library (Main)
161 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12210

Contact: To schedule an appointment, or check eligibility requirements, residents of Albany should call: 518-694-0464.

The media are invited to attend. Please contact the APL Public Information office at 518-257-8637 for information.

APL offers tax preparation throughout the [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 4, 2009
N E W S R E L E A S E

Contact: Janet Tanguay 518-842-1757

Unique Valentine’s Day Gifts Offered By Local Musicians & Artists

Art n Soul , Inc., will deliver music and/or personalized works of art to loved ones in the Capital District for Valentine’s Day. In most cases, with a week’s notice, Art n Soul can provide customized gifts for delivery on either Friday, February 13 or Saturday, February 14, 2009. Call Art n Soul at 518-842-1757 for details and pricing information.

According to Owner and Chief Creativity Coach Janet Tanguay, jazz musicians, classically trained singers, violinists, saxophone players and more are available to serenade sweethearts with tunes from country to contemporary. Musicians include:
· Ian Allen, a saxophone player and founder/President of Nova53 Records;
· Diane [...]