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Albany Events
If you or your organization would like to volunteer at any of the fundraising events listed below, please e-mail BoscovsBlog@gmail.com.
September 15 thru October 12 - Campus of Courses
October 7 - Friends Helping Friends
Purchase a $5 Shopping Pass to benefit local non-profit organizations
October - Halloween Event and Candy Exchange
November 8 - Multiple Sclerosis Event
Support your local MS Society
Thanksgiving thru December 31 - Food Drive
December 6 - Festival of Fun and Giving
Tues, December 9 - Special Needs Shopping
*Please see below for details!
POWER OF
PINK
Boscov's and the Estee Lauder
Companies invite you to think pink and show you care.
Join Boscov's
as we help increase awareness and raise funds for the Breast Cancer Research
Foundation. Show your support by visiting Boscov's to see the wonderful
selection of pink-inspired merchandise we will be selling in our
Cosmetics Department. All proceeds will go directly to the Breast Cancer
Research Foundation.
The Breast Cancer Research Foundation helps to fund
groundbreaking research dedicated to treating, curing and preventing breast
cancer. With your help, we can achieve prevention and a cure in our
lifetime.
Recycle your old Crocs at Boscov's!
Boscov's has partnered with SolesUnited to become an Authorized Collection Partner.
Drop off your worn out Crocs in the Shoe Department. Feel good
knowing that you are helping to provide new Crocs shoes to those in
need around the world!
Boscov's Campus of Courses
Colonie Center and Clifton Park Center
Campus of
Courses Fall Semester Begins
Monday,
September 15, 2008!
Check over the courses listed, choose the
ones you like, complete the registration form and mail it to Boscov’s along
with payment or stop by our Courtesy Desk.
Payment is required at the time of registration. Registration by phone can be taken only when
you are using a Boscov’s charge or of the course is complimentary. To register by phone for a Colonie Center
class please call 518-438-6600. To
register by phone for a Clifton
Park class please call
518-348-0080. Registration begins
Monday, September 8, 2008. All classes
listed in this ad will be held in the auditorium unless otherwise
specified. Customers assume the risk
that classes may need to be cancelled or changed without prior notice for a
variety of circumstances including illness, weather and possible scheduling
errors. When possible we will contact
you in advance. You must provide two phone numbers with messaging
capability.
Register early – Classes are
limited in size and seating! . Mail-in
registration is accepted for complimentary classes, check or if you are using a
Boscov’s charge. Please mail registration to the location where you will attend
class. Materials fees should be paid
directly to the instructor at the first class.
The Digital Switch Demystified, Hal Reed, Electronics Department
Manager
What is HDTV? How does a Plasma TV work? The FCC will change to all digital signals in
February 2009. Am I ready for this? How
does this affect me? The answers to
these questions and more will be revealed.
Class #13 Colonie Center Monday, October 6 5 to 6PM
FREE
Digital
Camera Basics, Shaun Collins
Do you have a digital camera and still
aren’t sure where to begin? Digital
camera basics class is a good place to start.
We will go over the possibilities of editing and creative ways you can
work with your digital photos. Please bring your camera. Classes are limited to 15 for maximum
individual attention.
Class # 16 Colonie Center Wednesday, October 1 8
to 9PM $10
Class #17 Colonie Center Tuesday, October 7 1
to 2PM $10
Right Way Driving Center, Inc. from the National Traffic
Safety Institute, John F. McMahon
Six-hour point and insurance rate
reduction program given in a one-day class so you can be on your way to fast
savings. Please bring water, snacks and dinner as needed. Classes are limited to 40 students.
The fee is $40. The ONLY accepted
form of payment is a check made payable to Right Way Driving Center.
Class #23 Colonie Center Wednesday,
October 1 1 to 7PM $40
AARP
Driver Safety Program
The AARP DSP is the nation’s first and
largest classroom refresher for motorists age 50 and older. Those who complete the two-session program
are eligible for up to a 10% reduction on their auto insurance and are also
eligible to take advantage of NYS Point Reduction Program. Classes are limited
to 25 students by the instructor. Fee for materials is $10.00. The only acceptable form of payment is
check or money order, payable to
AARP. SORRY, NO CHARGES OR CASH.
Please register for this class in person at the Courtesy Desk.
Class #25 Clifton Park (Pt 1) Thursday, October 2 10:30AM to 2:30PM $10
(Pt. 2) Friday, October 3 10:30AM to 2:30PM
Class #26 Clifton Park (Pt. 1) Wednesday, October 8 10:30AM to 2:30PM $10
(Pt. 2) Thursday, October 9 10:30AM to 2:30PM
Class
#28 Colonie Center (Pt.1) October
2
(Pt.2) October 3 10:30AM-2:30PM
The Crime of the Century: Identity Theft, Dennis
Keefrider
According to the FBI, Identity Theft is
the fastest growing white- collar crime in America. Last year alone, over 65
million people’s identities were compromised. The FTC estimates1 in 5 people
will be victims this year. An identity thief can apply for mortgages, credit
cards, driver’s licenses, medical insurance and Social Security benefits in
YOUR name, without your knowledge, and ruin your credit and good name in
minutes. Learn about how these crimes are committed, and how to protect
yourself.
Class#34 Colonie
Center Sunday, October 5 1 to 2:30PM
FREE
Class#35 Colonie
Center Monday, October
6 7
to 8:30PM FREE
Stamping with Close to my Heartä, Cinde Apuzzo
Are you interested in learning to make
your own cards for every occasion? It is easy, fun and affordable! Everything
needed is provided at the workshop. We will be using the latest in stamping
(clear acrylix). Create cards that will include holiday and birthday. Also,
discover you can stamp more than just cards.
Materials fee: $6.00 per person paid to the instructor
Class #37 Clifton Park Saturday,
October 4 1 to 3PM FREE
Class #39 Colonie Center
Tuesday, September 30 7 to 9PM FREE
Class #40 Colonie Center Tuesday,
October 7 7 to 9PM FREE
Class #41 Colonie Center Sunday , October 5 Noon
to 2PM FREE
Floorcloth
Workshop, Susan
Wiley
This is a fun workshop because there
are very few rules to making a floorcloth; they can be geometric, whimsical,
abstract, or like a painting for your floor. These canvas ‘rugs’ are very
durable and easy to care for. In these full day workshops you will cut the
canvas, basecoat it, apply and paint the design, and learn how to apply your
finish. Please bring a pail, cotton rags, posterboard for template, good
scissors, drawing paper, and a yardstick. Material fee includes canvas, chip brush, and acrylic paints. Material
Fee paid to instructor $20
Class #43 Clifton Park Thursday,
October 4 & Friday, October 5 10:30AM
to 3PM $30
Bridal
Registry Seminar for Brides & Grooms
Get the most out of your wish list and
get rewarded after your wedding.
Class #45 Clifton Park
Tuesday, September 30 6:30 to 7:30PM FREE
Class #46 Colonie Center
Thursday, October 9 3 to 4PM FREE
Creating
and Using Edible Flowers, Barbara Guyette, W&P Enterprises Fine Food and Party
Management
This course will introduce you to the
history of the use of edible flowers as well as types of edible flowers, their
uses, and nutritional value. Learn how
to create flowers from food to eat and to decorate with. Recipes, crafts, and
preserving will also be covered.
Class #48 Clifton Park Wednesday, October 1 5 to 6:30PM $10
Parties
in a Pinch, Barbara Guyette, W&P Enterprises Fine Food and Party
Management
Imagine an entire party menu that takes
only one bag of groceries and a single trip to the store. Organization, beauty,
great taste, and thrift; it’s all here. This class will provide party
strategies, tips, and recipes that make it easy and economical to entertain.
Class #49 Clifton Park Saturday,
October 4 10:30AM to
Noon $5
Holiday
Dinner Survival Guide, Barbara Guyette, W&P Enterprises Fine Food and Party
Management
Who said it is impossible to throw an
effortless holiday dinner? Whether it is a special dinner for 2 or 25, this
class will show you how to learn and apply techniques of professional caterers
and party givers to make your own occasions simple to create and outstanding to
enjoy. Imagine being able to tackle a turkey with ease, choose from a
repertoire of almost instant appetizers, decorate a memorable table and much
more. Reference materials and recipes included.
Class #51 Clifton Park Friday,
October 10 6:30 to 8:30PM
$10
Class #52 Colonie Center Saturday, October 11 4 to 6PM
$10
Introduction to Biofeedback and Energy Medicine for Illness
and Depression, Bethany Gonyea, MS, Biofeedback Therapist
Scientists continue
to show us how our emotions affect our health, then why is it that so many of
us are unhealthy? If our minds are strong, why can’t we just wish our colds
away? It’s because we need to learn the skill of how to interface our minds
with our bodies to gain mastery of it.
Class #60 Clifton Park Saturday,
October 4 10:30AM to 12:30PM FREE
Class #61 Colonie Center Monday,
October 6 6 to 9PM
FREE
Estee
Lauder – “Making Makeup Last”
With our daily lives getting busier all
the time, we are lucky to have one opportunity to apply makeup. Let us show you
how to make your makeup last all day with our “no retouching required” products
and application tricks.
Class #63 Colonie Center
Friday, October
3
7 to
8PM FREE
Clinique
Can great skin be
created? Yes! As the leader in global dermatological skin care, Clinique can
show you 3- steps to a brighter, younger you!
Class #66 Clifton
Park Wednesday, October 4 6:30 to 8:30PM FREE
Elizabeth
Arden
Come discover the secrets to truly beautiful skin and
learn how you can look 10 years younger in ten days. Take a look into our skin scanner and find
hidden age spots and problem areas that we can help you minimize.
Class #68 Colonie
Center
Friday, October
10
7 to
8PM
FREE
Three Steps to Resolving Carpal
Tunnel Syndrome, Dr.
Joseph S. Gulyas
Dr. Gulyas, will teach you about Carpal
Tunnel Syndrome and show you how to deal with it without the use of invasive
surgery.
Class #73 Clifton Park Friday,
October 3 12:30 to 1:30PM FREE
Class #74 Colonie Center Friday, October 3 3 to 4PM
FREE
Learn the Secrets of
Living a Longer, Healthier Life, Dr. Joseph S. Gulyas
Dr. Gulyas, has lectured extensively on
the subject of longevity. Come to learn even more about the latest research and
find your own “fountain of youth “in today’s society.
Class #75 Clifton Park Friday,
October 10 12:30 to 1:30PM FREE
Class #76 Colonie Center
Friday, October 10 3 to 4PM FREE
Stretch Your Grocery Dollars, Rochelle Runyon
Cut consumable costs in half! Save money in every aisle! Topics include how
to make an efficient and complete shopping list, how to build your own price
list, actions at home that lead to savings at the store, and much more! Class
participants have reported savings as high as $150/month- that’s $1,800 in one
year.
Class #80 Clifton Park
Tuesday, September 30 6 to 8:30PM $5
Sell Your Home Without a Realtor, Carol North C.A. North
Realty
It is possible to sell
your home without a realtor if you are well informed about the home selling
process. Avoid common mistakes and learn valuable information crucial to
selling a home in today’s market. Class discussions and handouts will move your
house from “For Sale” to “Sold”- Saving you thousands of dollars in commission.
Class #82 Colonie Center Wednesday,
October 1
7 to 9PM FREE
Stop Paying Rent – Home Buyers Workshop, Carol North C.A. North
Realty
It’s a buyer’s market! Stop paying
thousands of dollars a year in rent and buy a home you can call your own. This
course provides a potential buyer with all of the tools they will need to make
the home purchasing process an exciting and rewarding experience. Get your questions
answered and tun your dream of home ownership into a reality.
Class
#84 Colonie Center Tuesday,
October 7 7 to 9PM
FREE
Reverse Mortgages: What You Nee to Know, Richard Tollner, Capital Region Funding
Learn what you need
to know about reverse mortgages. A highly informative speaker with 10 years
experience will educate with a presentation and handouts. There will be time
for a question and answer session. Please bring a notebook and pen.
Class #87 Colonie Center Wednesday,
October 1 2 to 3:30PM FREE
First Time Homebuyers, Richard Tollner, Capital Region Funding
Learn how to buy your
first home with a 20-year mortgage/real estate professional. Richard Tollner
will display his knowledge of credit, real estate, mortgages, down payments,
FHA, no money down deals and more. Please come with questions. Please bring a
notebook and pen. Materials fee to be paid to instructor: $5 per household.
Class
#88 Colonie Center Monday, October 6 6:30PM-8:30PM FREE
Making Sense of Retirement, James D.
Merrill, Edward Jones Financial Advisor
This session will help you make informed
decisions about retirement. After the
seminar you should be able to understand the 5 step asset management process
for your finances, analyze your current situation and recognize the importance
of consulting a professional to help you prepare for retirement.
Class #94 Colonie
Center Thursday, October 2 6 to 7PM
FREE
Long Term Care, James D. Merrill, Edward Jones Financial Advisor
You
will become versed regarding what to look for in a long-term insurance plan as
well as recognizing any policy exclusions.
Learn the benefit of financial planning and funding options and why
long- term care insurance transfers some of the risk away from you and may
prevent invasion of principal.
Class #95 Colonie
Center Wednesday October 8 6 to 7PM
FREE
Aloha, Donna Wellworth
Boscov’s
Travel center is hosting as informational seminar about Hawaii, the island activities, hotels and
cruises. We will be talking about each
different island and the adventures that await you. Please RSVP seating is limited.
Class
# 98 Clifton Park Thursday,
October 9 7 to 9PM
FREE
Cruise from the Northeast: No
Airline Required, Donna
Wellworth
Boscov’s Travelcenter is hosting an
informational seminar about the many cruises that depart from the
northeast. The ships cruise to Bermuda, Canada,
and the exotic islands of the Caribbean.
Class # 99 Clifton Park Thursday, October 2 7 to 9PM FREE
Clifton
Park
Tuesday,
October 28 1 to 6PM
Colonie Center
Monday, October 27 1 to 6PM
Mobile
Mammography Van
Monday,
November 17, 2008
Services Provided by The Breast Cancer
Care Center at Bellevue Women’s Hospital, “Putting
Women’s Health First”. To make an appointment, or to
find out if you
qualify for the no cost service call toll free 1-888-423-3366.
All insurance providers will be billed. Co-Pays are the
responsibility of the
patient.
Clifton
Park 4 to 7PM
Colonie
Center 10AM to 2PM
Boscov’s
Campus of Courses Mail-in Registration Form
For Classes at
Boscov’s Colonie Center,
Albany Mail to:
Boscov’s
Colonie Center
Public
Relations
PO Box 50255
Albany, NY 12205
For Classes at
Boscov’s Clifton Park Mail to:
Boscov’s
Clifton Park
Public Relations
22 Clifton
Country Road
Clifton Park, NY 12065
Name:
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Address: _______________________ City:
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State ______ Zip
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Class #
Course Name
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Friends Helping Friends
Boscov’s Colonie Center and Clifton Park Center
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
9 AM to 9 PM
Entire Ticket Proceeds
Benefit the Participating Non-Profit Organization of Your Choice, Because
That’s What Friends are For!
A day to enjoy great shopping,
super savings, refreshments, door prizes and the chance to help hundreds of
charitable organizations at all 39 Boscov’s stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware,
New Jersey, Maryland, and New York.
25% Off* Shopping Pass
Purchase a $5 ticket from
your favorite non-profit organization, get a 25% OFF* Shopping Pass.
*15% and 10% in some areas,
all exclusions are listed on “Friends Helping Friends” tickets.
Win One of Our Fabulous Grand Prizes:
- Flat Screen TV
- La-Z-Boy Recliner
- Diamond Pendant
- 10 - $500 Shopping Sprees
- Each store will give away 5 -
$100 Shopping Sprees
Entertainment & Demonstrations
MochaLisa’s Café
9AM-11AM
Clifton Park
Pastries
and Coffee Sampling
Conquer Your Clutter Now! Book signing with Helen Volk
10AM-1PM
Colonie Center
Great Finds
& Clearview Center, Inc. Art Show and Contest
9AM-9PM
Vote for your favorite piece of art at Colonie Center Auditorium
Colonie Center
School Bucks
9AM-9PM
Colonie Center
Earn
an extra 1,000 points!
W.F.
Ryan’s Produce Fall Festivities Table
9AM
until supplies last
Colonie Center
and Clifton Park
Get
your FREE Fresh picked apple and valuable coupons for fresh produce
Godiva Coffee and Boscov’s Fudge Sampling
Colonie Center
& Clifton Park Center
11AM-3PM
Walgreen’s Pharmacy
11AM-4PM
Colonie Center
Complimentary
Blood Pressure Screenings
Northeastern Association of the Blind at Albany
1PM-5PM
Colonie Center
Complimentary
Vision Screenings
Mohawk & Hudson River Humane Society
Colonie
Center
3PM-5PM
Come
meet a certified therapy dog!
Phil Singer, Caricature
Artist
Noon
to 2PM
Colonie Center
Get your Caricature in 7 Minutes!
Indigo
Hotel Cooking Demonstration and Sampling
Noon-2PM
Colonie Center
Aircraftdj.com
DJ services
3PM-6:30PM
Colonie Center
Barbara
Guyette, W&P Enterprises Fine Food Party
1PM-3PM
Clifton Park
6PM-8PM Colonie Center
Creating
and Using Edible Flowers for entertaining
Friends
Helping Friends Fall Fiesta Mixer
Colonie Center
and Clifton Park Center
4PM-6PM
Featuring
Boscov’s Fiesta Dipper and Marga-Rama Mixer
Keeping
You Going to the Finish
Taco Station
Colonie Center
and Clifton Park
6PM-8PM
Featuring
Boscov’s Rachael Ray Cookware and Recipes
Face
Painting, Kids Crafts and Healthy Snacks Table
Colonie Center
& Clifton Park Center
3PM-8PM
Jewelry Department
Free Jewelry cleaning when
you visit the fine jewelry department.
Participating Organizations
- Albany Community Action
Partnership
- American
Legion Post # 1520, Joseph Zaloga Post
- Big
Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region
- Blooming
Grove Reformed Church
- Boy
Scout Troop 279
- Burnt
Hills Ballston Lake Mom’s Club
- Burnt
Hills Ballston Lake Women’s Club
- Capital
Region Action Against Breast Cancer (CRAAB)
- Carver Community
Center
- Clifton Park Elks #2466
- Colonie
Center High School PTA
- Colonie
Veteran’s Memorial
- Daughter’s
of Sarah Nursing Home
- Greater
Glenville YMCA
- Halfmoon
Senior Citizen Association
- Knights
of Columbus
- Ladies
of Charity of Montgomery
County
- LaLeche
League
- Little
Ones Child Care Center Inc.
- Mechanicville
Jr. Red Raiders
- Mohawk
& Hudson River Humane Society
- National
Kidney Foundation
- Northeastern
Association of the Blind at Albany
(NABA)
- OKTE
Elementary School PTA
- Redemption Christian
Academy
- Robin’s
Nest Rescued Cat Adoptions
- Roesselville
Elementary
- St.
Catherine’s Center for Children
- St. Paul’s Center
- St.
Vincent DePaul Society
- Sacandaga
Elementary School PTA
- Saratoga Daughters of the American
Revolution
- Schenectady Curling Club
- Schonowe Pre-School
- Senior Citizen
Center of Saratoga Springs
- Senior
Hope
- Seton
Health Auxiliary
- Shenendehowa
Color Guard
- Southern
Saratoga Women’s Club
- Sunnyview Rehabilitation
Hospital
- Trinity Church, Lansingburgh
- VFW Post 8692
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