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SMA Holiday Cabaret – A Reunion Event

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Christmas is coming; it’s almost here – mark your calendars for melodies and cheer!

On Saturday, December 7, St. Mary’s Academy is pleased to present, Holiday Cabaret – A Reunion Event.

Local talent David Sutton, Krissy Fauler, Shari Hand, Ric DiDonato and the Richard Cherry Trio will be returning to the SMA stage for what is sure to be a memorable evening. Doors open at 6 pm and our performers will take their spots on stage at 7.

As in the past, we will be offering a silent auction which always provides a wonderful opportunity to get some unique Christmas gifts. Light fare will be served, and there will be a cash bar.

Tickets for the event cost $25 per person and can be purchased at St. Mary’s, Thorpe’s and after each Mass at the Immaculate Conception Church. Reservations will be taken for parties of eight or more only and can be made by calling Pat Hayes at 686-4314.

So call your friends, get your sitter and join us on December 7. What a wonderful way to welcome the Christmas season.

Mountain Road School 15th Annual Holiday Fair

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The Mountain Road School will hold its 15th Annual Holiday Fair on Saturday, December 7, from 11 am to 4 pm. The fair will take place at the school’s home in the historic Hand House at 4565 County Route 9 in New Lebanon.

“Come join us at the Mountain Road School’s Holiday Fair on December 7,” said Director of Outreach Anne Undeland. “This year’s fair is going to be better; there’s something for everybody. From the Mountain Road Singers to the Pocket Lady, from beautiful hand made wreaths to delicious food to the gingerbread decorating workshop, the Holiday Fair is the perfect way to get into the spirit of the season, visit our wonderful school and take care of your holiday gift list too.”

The Mountain Road Holiday Fair will feature activities upstairs at the school, including a “Tiny Treasures Room,” face painting, a “Make and Take Room” where children of all ages can make a craft to take home, Beeswax Candle Dipping and a Gingerbread Decorating Workshop. The “Pocket Lady” (a beloved Mountain Road tradition) will roam the hallways with her cape of treats to delight young and old alike.

Downstairs, local vendors will sell high quality crafts suitable for gift giving, ranging from hand painted watercolors by Linnea Rhodes to handmade organic creams and salves by Cari Naftali. Outdoors under the tent Greg Hostash and Cindy Ouelette will make their famous French fries with garlic aioli and other grilled specialties, while indoors Richard Green will continue to host the ever popular Holiday Fair Café. A concert by the Mountain Road Singers will take place at 1 pm.

Founded in 1975, Mountain Road School is known for its innovative, multi-aged classrooms, visionary nature based curriculum and nurturing child centered philosophy. The 15th Annual Holiday Fair is also an opportunity to view Mountain Road’s new home in the lovingly restored 1788 Hand House situated on 20 acres of fields, woods and streams

Mountain Road School is located at 4565 County Route 9 in New Lebanon, one mile north of New York State Route 20. The address for many GPS systems is 4565 County Rte 9, East Nassau, NY, 12062.

For additional information, visit the school’s website at www.mountainroadschool.org, or contact Anne Undeland, Director of Outreach at 518-794-8520.

Beautiful Day For A Cow Plop And A Car Show

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by Bea Peterson
Sunday, October 13, was a picture perfect Autumn day. The ideal weather brought a huge crowd of kids and adults to the Hoosick Athletic Field for the Annual St. Mary’s Academy Cow Plop. It also bought out more than 100 antique, and not so antique, automobiles. [Read more…] about Beautiful Day For A Cow Plop And A Car Show

SMA Students Ready For The School Year

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by Bea Peterson
August was a waiting game for St. Mary’s Academy Principal Maureen Daurio. She was impatient for the school year to begin. Last week it did, and she is excited. “Two years ago we started preparing for the new State proficiency exams with professional development assistance from the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany,” she said. “Last year the teachers transformed how they taught. They brought learning alive! This year will be even better.”
[Read more…] about SMA Students Ready For The School Year

Hoosac School Offers Open Gym Days

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Hoosac School, in Hoosick, will host two open gym days for local area prospective college basketball players. On Saturday, September 21, and again on Saturday, September 28, from 4:30 to 6 pm Hoosac School will invite area college coaches to our gym for open workouts. Student/athletes in grades 10-12 are eligible. You must register with Head Basketball Coach Mike Foster via email to mfoster@hoosac.org by the Friday prior to the event. Only those who are registered will be allowed to participate. Please bring your own numbered T-shirt or reversible practice top. Questions may be addressed to Coach Foster at the same email.
Hoosac School is located on Pine Valley Road in Hoosick. Hoosac is an Independent College Preparatory Day and Boarding School serving grades 8-12.

Open Enrollment At SMA

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St. Mary’s Academy is still accepting registration for the 2013-2014 School Year. St. Mary’s  offers a Full Day Pre-k program for 3 year olds, 5 days a week with After Care available.  In recent NYS Assessment Results reporting, 49% of St. Mary’s students met or exceeded proficiency levels on the ELA assessment compared to 31% statewide and 53% met or exceeded proficiency on the math assessment compared to 31% statewide.
Come discover why small is really big. Call 518-686-4314 today for a tour or email mjdaurio@yahoo.com

Fore!

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St. Mary’s Golf Scramble and Alumni Banquet Is SMA’s first major fundraiser of the 2013-2014 School Year.
Don’t miss St. Mary’s Academy Alumni Weekend on August 2 and 3. The Golf Scramble will take place on Friday, August 2, at the Hoosick Falls Country Club, and the Alumni Banquet will be at the school on Saturday, August 3. Alumni Weekend is an exciting event for all members of the SMA family, former and current SMA parents and students, as well as community members.
At the Scramble, you can play golf and/or sponsor a hole. Spectators are welcome at the Club to cheer on the players and enjoy the festive atmosphere. The Scramble never fails to delight and entertain the whole family, golfers and non-golfers alike. Tee-off times are 8 am and 1 pm. The registration fee of $70 includes golf, lunch and Babson’s light fare supper.
As always, the Alumni Banquet is looking like it will be an enjoyable evening. The event will be held at the school, and there will be a catered dinner buffet by Scott Areson. Music for listening and dancing will follow the festivities. Come prepared to have a wonderful time with “old” friends! Cocktail Hour is 6 to 7 pm, dinner begins at 7.
Tickets cost $35. Don’t delay! Sign up now to reserve your spot. Early registration also helps us plan. More information and registration forms are available at http://www.stmaryshf.com. You can also call Pat Hayes at 518-686-4314 or send her an email at pathayes@yahoo.com.

St. Mary’s Academy Pre-K Expands Its Program

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St. Mary’s Academy proudly announces the expansion of its Pre-k Program to five days a week. Early drop-off and after care available until 6 pm. Our program is structured around a consistent daily routine that includes story time, outdoor play, art, music, gym, snack time and rest time.  A full lunch and breakfast program is available. Contact Principal Maureen Daurio at 686-4314 for more details and to arrange a tour. [Read more…] about St. Mary’s Academy Pre-K Expands Its Program