For Auction (Kitchen Items)

This Bennington Pottery bake dish donated by Milk & Honey comes with package of cinnamon bread mix and two small jars of apple conserve, total value of $55.  Opening bid is $20.BenningtonPotteryBakePan

The hors d’oeuvres tray was donated by Manchester Woodworks with a value of $60 and an opening bid of $30.

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For Auction (More Gift Certificates )

ArlingtonA $112 gift certificate donated by the Arlington Inn, Arlington VT. opening bid $50.

BenningtonEnjoy Bennington! This item includes a $15 gift certificate from Panache, $10 certificate from the Bennington Bookshop and  a wooden spoon with pottery spoon rest from Bennington Pottery. Opening bid $15.

We have a $25 gift certificate to Foundation Antiques in Fair Haven, VT. Opening bid will be $10.

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Chapman’s Market in Middle Granville is famous for its subs and penny candy! Marti donated this basket valued at approximately $15. The opening bid will be $5.

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Gift Certificate
Donated by Kismet Glens Falls
Value $10
Opening bid $5Kismet

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Gift Certificate
Donated by Orvis
Value $100
Opening bid $50

READ RUN 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, June 13, 2010

Only a few weeks until the 2010 READ RUN 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, June 13, 2010

BONUS PRIZES AND MORE…

Register online at www.readrunforliteracy.org

Every dollar from registrations and sponsors allows Literacy New York Greater Capital Region to continue to provide free tutoring to hundreds of adults each year. We invite you to raise even more money for Literacy New York Greater Capital Region by asking friends, family and colleagues to sponsor you!

The individual who raises the MOST money in sponsorships will win a full day boat rental on Saratoga Lake compliments of Saratoga Boatworks! Valued at $350

Additionally, every registered runner/walker who raises $100 in sponsorships is entered into a raffle for a $100 gift certificate to either the Wilton Mall or Rotterdam Mall courtesy of the Macerich Corporation.

For more information please visit www.readrunforliteracy.org .

Register on or before June 5th and the registration fee is only $20!

Children 14 and under are always just $10.

REMEMBER – THIS IS A GREAT FAMILY EVENT WITH SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE INCLUDING A GUEST APPEARANCE FROM – CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG, AND A DISCOUNT AT THE GREAT ESCAPE FATHER’S DAY WEEKEND.

Dear Reader

Next week’s selection of books through Dear Reader. This service is brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of the Pember Library. To join, click on the Book Club icon to the left.

Pilgrim at Tinker Creek by Annie Dillard, Audio Book Club
Group Genius by Keith Sawyer, Business Book Club
The Tale of Halcyon Crane by Wendy Webb,    Fiction Book Club
A Taste of Fame by Linda Evans Shepherd & Eva Marie Everson, Good News Book Club
The Ninth Daughter by Barbara Hamilton, Mystery Book Club
The Center of the Universe by Nancy Bachrach, NonFiction Book Club
A Summer in Sonoma by Robyn Carr, PrePub Book Club
The Education of Madeline by Beth Williamson, Romance Book Club
House of Suns by Alastair Reynolds, Science Fiction Book Club
Just Another Hero by Sharon M. Draper, Teen Book Club
Cape Greed by Mike Nicol & Joanne Hichens, Thriller Book Club

Auction items (Fiber Art)

1846 Coverlet

Antique 1846 woven coverlet donated by Davene Brown, valued at $400, opening bid $100.

Handmade crocheted flower scarf donated by Ardyce Bresett, opening bid $20.FloweredScarf

Susan Sargent Coordinating Outdoor Fabric

Beach Bongo Marine and Barefoot Twill Marine (approximately 1.5 yards of each)

Value $60, opening bid $15.SusanSargentOutdoorFabric

Pember Presents: Radon

Test your home, protect your family from Radon!

Radon is a gas that comes from the breakdown of uranium in soil, rock and water. It occurs naturally in the earth, but can become a problem when it builds up indoors. It enters a home through cracks and openings in the foundation floor, walls and through openings around sump pumps.

According to the federal Environmental Protection Agency, radon is the second-leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. Although lung cancer can be treated, the survival rate is one of the lowest of all cancers. Radon is responsible for over 20,000 lung cancer deaths annually.

Homeowners can test their homes at any time; however, it is best to do so in the heating season when homes typically let in less outdoor air. It is important to remember that every home is different and should be tested for radon.

If the test shows that radon is a problem, simple inexpensive techniques may be all that is needed to reduce radon levels. There are contractors throughout the state who have met certain requirements and are trained to identify and fix radon problems in your home.

Washington County is a HIGH RADON AREA county.  Within the county: Argyle, Granville, Greenwich, Jackson, and Salem are considered the highest concern.

Linda Law-Saunders of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Washington County will be giving a presentation about radon at the Pember Library in Granville on May 20 at 4 pm and again at 6 pm. Advanced registration is required. Please call CCE at 746-2560 or 1-800-548- 0881. Individuals with special needs requiring accommodations who wish to attend this program should let CCE know when registering.

Quilling

Two more classes are planned for May. Pat Oathout will be leading the group. The folks that come in have a good time and have made some beautiful quilled pieces.

Quilling is an art form that involves the use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs. Pre-registration is not required, materials provided. Beginners welcome. For information, call 518-642-2525.

UPDATE: We have had to reschedule the May 27 class.

The next class will be June 17.

Telescope items for Auction

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Telescope items up for auction donated by Kathy Juckett and Telescope Casual:

Two sets of 2 director’s chairs;  value $354, opening bid $50 each set.

Patio furniture; value $3035, opening bid $500.

Telescope

Two swivel Telescope were donated by the Lion’s Club. They have a value of $250 with an opening bid of $100 for the set.SwivelTelescope

There are also two reclining chaise chairs valued at $600 each. The opening bid for each is $100.WhiteChaiseGreyChaise