!December 2004 Published by The Stockade Association www.historicstockade.com Vol. 46 No. 4! •••••••••••••• Annual Stockade Tree Lighting Ceremony • Stockade Calendar• • Sunday, December 5 5:00 PM At the Indian Circle : Exhibit : • "From Cookies to • Reception to follow at St. George's Great Hall • Trees: The Evolution • : of Christmas in : The Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at the circle of Lawrence the • Schenectady," • Indian on December 5, 2004 at 5:00 PM will be a glorious celebra­ • Holiday Party, • tion of the Holiday Season. Rev. Robert White, Pastor of The First : Farewell to Jo : Reformed Church, will bestow the blessing on the tree and we will have music provided by the members of the First Reformed • Mordecai, & Antique • • Christmas Ornaments• Church - a wonderful addition to our ceremony. : Program, Sat., Dec. 11 : Mrs. Santa Claus and her Llamas will be making an appear­ ance. Richard Brown, our resident Town Crier, will be ringing • Historical Society • • 32 Washington Ave. • a bell and going throughout the neighborhood to announce the beginning of the ceremony (Richard has been doing : See page 11 : the Town Crier for over 30 years). Joe Fava, President of • Holiday Streetscape • the Stockade Association, will be the Master of • Celebration • Ceremonies. • Thurs., Dec. g 4-7 PM • The tree has been donated by Jean Zegger in memory of • see page 2 • her husband, Jack. Jack was a long time community activist and leader of the • • Stockade Association . • Civic Players presents• The City of Schenectady's Parks Department personnel will deliver the tree :"The Woman In Black": and have always helped in the decorating and set up. We could never do this event • Dec. 3-5, 8-12 • without the help of these men. • Evenings, 8 PM., Sun. • A very special THANK YOU to ROB GAVEL at Cafe 1795 for the donation : Matinees, 2:30 PM. : of the lighting in the circle and especially for the lighting of the tree. He has been .12 S.Church St.Tickets,• very generous. The loud speaker system is being provided by Joe Fava.Thank you • $12. 382-2081. • to St. George's for the use of the Great Hall for the reception following the cere- • • many. Please remember to bring some finger foods to share. They will be : Village Books a_ndArt: accepted at St. George's hall after 3:00 PM. • Grand Openmg • Connie Colangelo and Peter Rumora are coordinating the Tree Lighting • Sat, Dec. 4/Sun Dec. 5 • events - we would love to have help decorating and setting up the great hall for the : See page 12 : reception. Call Connie to volunteer or for questions at 374-7355 or 393-3771. : January Spy Deadline•• Diane DeMeo will once again chair the Kerst Kermis - a brunch and a good old-fashioned shopping day in the Stockade. - Connie Colangelo ••••••••••••••• December 15 •

"A Concert for Peace," Sun., Dec. 19, 2 PM Thursday, Dec. 9, 4 - 7 PM Rosie Irene's Tea Room. See page 4 "We want people to know that as of the end of November the sidewalks will be in, the lights will be on and The Open Door Bookstore & Gift Gallery downtown is open for business for the holidays," according 128 Jay Street 346-2719 to John Samatulski of the Sat., Dec. 11, 1-2:30 PM, Nathan Farb signs his Improvement Corp. The streetscape will be 99% complete new book, "Adirondack Wilderness." by Dec. 9. Join the shops, restaurants, theaters and galleries SCCC Events 78 Wash. Ave. 381-1250 of downtown in a holiday celebration of the streetscape "A Dickens Feast," Wed., Dec. 1, SCCC reconstruction project. The planned event is focused on the Foundation fund-raiser for Scholarship Fund, 440 block of State Street in a 20X40 heated tent with free Glen Sanders Mansion, 6:15 PM Cocktails, 7 refreshments. Santa Claus will be handing out treats to all PM sharp dinner theater presentation. Albany kids. Photos with Santa will be available. There will be other Chamber Singers will sing carols and Victorian activities throughout downtown, where the party continues era songs, SCCC will present "A Christmas after the official 7 PM close time. Carol," with Jack Aernecke as Scrooge! Menu The City's Christmas tree will be lit that evening in includes wassail tasting, roasted chestnuts, Veteran's Park. Also, Proctor's new black box theater at 440 roulade of chicken, standing rib roast, vegetable State Art Center will host the Octavo singers, a steel drum napoleon, flaming dessert, and more! band and dancers from the Hamilton Hill Arts Center. Tickets: $100. Call Janet Tanguay. 381-1490. Enjoy Victorian carolers, carriage rides, the Electric City Jazz & Percussion Ensembles Concert, Rock Climbing Wall for free rock climbing, and an Elvis impersonator at Ambition Coffeehouse and Eatery. To per­ Wed., Dec. 1, 7:30 PM, Auditorium. Free form or volunteer please call DSIC at 377-9430. Chorus & Vocal Chamber Ensemble Concert Mon., Dec. 6, 7:30 PM. Auditorium. Free You are cordially invited to Woodwind Chamber Ensemble Concert Wed .• Dec. 8. 7:30 PM. Mohawk Room. Free Christmas Eve at Historic St. George's Church Guitar Ensemble Concert, Thurs., Dec. 9, 7:30 Friday, December 24 30 N. Ferry St. 374-3163 PM, Mohawk Room. Free. 7:00 PM "Music of the Nativity" Organ, Orchestra, Kwanzaa Celebration, Thurs., Dec. 9, St. Cecilia Choir, St. Nicholas Children's Choir, 11 :30 AM, Activity Forum, Elston Hall Mr. Brian Hoffman, Choirmaster & Organist Capital Region Wind Ensemble "French 7:30 PM "Solemn High Mass of the Nativity of Our Lord Sweets" featuring a taste of France: Milhaud, Jesus Christ" Mass in C Major Gounod & Tichelli. Sun .• Dec. 12. 3 PM. Aud. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart with Organ, Orchestra $7 adults, $5 students.Tickets: 381-1231 and Choir, The Reverend Dr. W. David Mcswain, Celebrant Celebrity Chef Series presents Head Chef and Preacher Brian Hughson of "The Restaurant" in followed by Rector's Gala Reception for Adults London, Mon .• Dec. 13. 6:30 PM. & Tues.. Dec. and Tree Trimming for Children 14, 10 AM Van Curler Roam. Free. Saturday, December 25, 10 AM The Rufus Reid Quintet+ 4, Tues., Dec. 14, Second Mass of Christmas & Carols tor Christmas Day 7:30 PM. Auditorium. Bass, tenor sax, trumpet piano, drums, voice, French horn, bass clarinet, cello. Tickets: $15. Call 381-1231. T 11 I V I < I O R I A t\ A c A IJ I \I \ Stockade Churches for Christmas Services & Events A 12 week internnive Weekly karning session evening First Presbyterian Church wilh Sue .'vlcLme cl«s,te,~ 209 Union St., 374-4546, see ad, page 6 "'CltcCVkt,mrm 6,,4," beginning l'rt:mier classe~ First Reformed Church January 5, will he held exclusively at 8 North Church Street, 377-2201 2fKJ5 Brnob,de ~1useum, llallston Spa Holy Cross ,hurch 'Ii, regi.stn· or fi,r mm>' infor,n(l/i,m •h= 18 North College St., 372-3381 (''.i18) 928-3790 Mart:b

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4 Don't Be a "Bah Humbug" Scrooge This Christmas but give to the Toys for Tots Program, sponsored by the United States Marines with distribution to agencies throughout Schenectady County. Sarah Michener of Annabel's, 137 South Ferry Street, has been a Santa for this cause for many years. Her Christmas wish is for new, unwrapped toys for girls and boys. And don't forget boys between 9 and 12. You can bring toys to her shop from Nov. 26 to Dec. 23, 10 AM to 6 PM or later, Monday through Friday, or call her at 372-1949. Sign Up for the Stockade Association Notes New Stockade Email List • Thanks go to all the people who worked on the The Stockade Association has created an email list Walkabout. for all those with an interest in the goings-on in the Historic • Thanks to the Elfin Society for help setting up Stockade neighborhood. All you have to do is send a blank the tents in the Park for the Waterfront Faire. We email to: couldn't have done it without you!!!!! [email protected] • We would like volunteers to help with Kerst Kermis. Please call Diane DeMeo - 372-0642. then reply to the confirmation message, and you are all set. • We would also like help with the Tree Lighting A weekly message. will be sent out every weekend Ceremony and the party afterwards. Please call with meeting notices, entertainment listings, happenings, Connie - 374-7355, or 393-3771. local government meetings, etc. Other uses will be notices of • Volunteers are also needed for Block Leaders. snow emergencies, lost pets, and calls for volunteers. Call Dale Miller - 381-6189. This is a public forum. Anyone who signs up will be • Volunteers are needed for hospitality for the able to send messages to the entire group. This will foster General Meetings. Call Lyn Gordon - 370-4324. more inter-neighborhood communication and keep everyone • Articles that appear in the Spy do not neces­ up-to-date on important issues. sarily reflect the opinions of the Stockade - Dale Miller, Stockade Association Board member Association Board. The Stockade Association Membership 2004- 2005 The Stockade Association has been carrying out its mission, "the protection and improvement of the properties" within its boundaries, for 47 years. lts objectives are to preserve the Historic District and the quality of life for its caretak­ ers. The Association helps assure stability in a neighborhood that has been termed "a national treasure" and is enjoyed by visitors from all parts of America and abroad. Please support the Association and become a member by returning the coupon below. Membership runs from October 1, 2004 to September 30, 2005. $15 per person, $20 per household. $.__ _ Name{s)______~---- Address______Zip___ _ Phone: Home______Business,______e-mail,______

Please indicate if you would like to help with any of the following useful efforts: _Art Show _Membership Riverside Park _Garden Group _Neighborhood Celebrations _Sidewalk Sale _Government Affairs _Neighborhood Watch _The Stockade Spy Walkabout The Stockade Spy is distributed to the neighborhood monthly, September through May. If you are a non-resident and • would like to be mailed The Stockade Spy, it is $1O per year. $,___ _ • would like to become a "Friend of the Stockade" (an associate membership) and support the efforts of the Stockade, your contributions are very welcome. $,__ _

If you would like to give The Stockade Spy as a gift, it is $10 per year. $ Name of recipient,______Address of recipient,______Name of sender______Please make check payable to "The Stockade Association" Total Amount enclosed $,___ _ and send to: Stockade Association Treasurer, 10 North Church Street, Schenectady, NY 12305.

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FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, PCA • 209 Union Street PINHEADSUSAN'S ~(,a Schenectady, NY 12305 :•: 38-40 North Broadway ~UJJ' (in the historic S!ockade Disnic1) Schenectady, NY 12305 SuNkYWorship 8:15 A.M. Contemporary Phone: 518-374-4546 (518) 346-6431 · 11:00A.M. Traditional Fax: 518-374-2505 6:00 P.M. Informal Email: [email protected] Diningfrom I I :00 a.m. - 10:00p.m. Monday- Friday (7:00 P.M. in July & August) Website: www.lstpreschurch.org 12:00p.m. - 10:00p.m. Saturday- ClosedSunday WednesdayEvcnlll~ Spiritsserved until closing 6:00 Family Dinner (Sept. - May) 7:00 Prayer Meeting Youth groups

-- It's A FamilvAffair eaJ USA • 1 _ty·"''"I FamilyOwneJ & Operated Since 1951 R • TheFmhell Pasta,Veal, Stub & Sulood Avallable Joseph Fava Licensed Salesperson • Wt Moe OurOwn Delicious Bread Dally! • Telfllhntntlc HomemadeDess1rts -'----' Openfor 1.t1111:h Rea/tyLJSA .•.The B~•I In The Bu,lne,s • TiffiHamem:ade SOlps Emy Day Mon.ffi11-2 Office: 518-370-3170 • AllM1l1r Cndll cants Ac!:eptld & Dinner Fu:: 518-370-5797 ,~. VMail: 518-370-0996 Ext. 240 • 116WIii-Lii l'lrlllng Space, AWeek 4-9 EMail: [email protected] EMail: JFFava(li:concentric.net 134.,.,,, Du111 ....An.•,., '"'"' Sch111clllly 346■ 7324 480 Ballto"n Rd., Sehenedady, NY 12304

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Stockade Assoc. Board Minutes, 11/ 9/04 New Business Joe called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM. Other Present: Joe Fava, Debbi Douglas, Diane DeMeo, Lyn An article from the October SPY, "Time Immemorial," Gordon, Dale Miller, Connie Colangelo, Peter Rumora, was discussed. The board discussed the opinions pre­ Bob Preville, Fred Kindl and Kim Mabee. sented by the author, and after discussion, it was Peter moved to approve the minutes of the October agreed that at the time, the neighbors agreed to 5th board meeting. Fred seconded the motion, which change the name of the park to Riverside Park. It was passed unanimously. also agreed that we will request that a disclaimer Old Business statement be included in each edition of the Spy to Neighborhood Watch and Block Leaders indicate that the articles do not necessarily reflect the Dale presented a binder for the volunteer who will opinions of the board. eventually take charge of reinvigorating a neighbor­ Nominating Procedure hood watch program. Joe will speak to the general Lyn suggested that we post a notice in the SPY calling membership regarding the urgent need and impor­ for any volunteers interested in serving on the board. tance for people to participate in this program. The procedure was discussed, including a suggestion Master Plan by Deb to encourage candidates to submit their inter­ Dale presented a draft outline of ideas for a master est in serving on the board. plan for the Stockade. We will need volunteers to form On-going Parking Issue a master plan committee, review the current draft and Connie introduced discussion regarding the on-going move the ideas forward. Discussion followed, including issue of traffic and the increasing parking problem, the benefit of having a master plan in place when specifically around Lawrence. There was discussion applying for grant funding. Peter recommended we as to some current reasons and the concerns of the compose a narrative reflecting our goals as a neigh­ neighbors in that area. borhood. Lyn feels that if we have a professional mas­ Historical Society ter plan, we are more likely to apply to larger founda­ Kim requested that the board consider reinstating its tions to fund projects. Fred, Dale, Joe and Peter will practice of appointing a member to attend the SCHS start up this committee. board meetings, with the intent of keeping apprised of Treasurer's Report/Budget the organization's current business, as Kim attends the Lyn presented the treasurer's report, and after discus­ Association board meetings. The board agreed, dis­ sion, Peter made a motion to accept the report. Bob cussed the request and will take steps to move this seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Bob partnership forward. walked the board through the budget as of 11/10/04. Committee Reports After discussion on the budget and the budget format, Garden Group Peter congratulated Bob and Lyn for the terrific job of We will ask Steve Kowalski to come to the December putting the budget together. Bob will present it at the board meeting to discuss integrating the garden group general meeting. Connie made a motion to accept the finances back under the Association for purposes of budget as of 11/10. Deb seconded the motion, which following the by-laws and state/federal reporting. passed unanimously. Walkabout Lawrence Update We will be re-defining roles for next year's Walkabout, Peter and Connie reported that the City of and we will invite John Samatulski to the December Schenectady will not be supplying power or water to board meeting to discuss several projects. Lawrence, due to current budget constraints. For now, Kerst Kermis we will continue to maintain Lawrence through the Diane reported plans for the December 5 event are generosity of the neighbors. right on track. She was pleased to announce that Promotion Marshall and Sterling will sponsor one of the car­ Lyn reported back to the board regarding prices for riages, and that the Gazette has donated advertising banners from Matthew Signs. Connie made a motion space. Volunteers are still sought. to approve the purchase of a 2 X 6 banner that we can Fred moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:13. Deb sec­ use at events. Fred seconded the motion, which onded the motion, which passed unanimously. passed unanimously. 7 ~ Spy Patroons ~ SCHENECTADY COUNTY COMMUNITY The openDoor COLLEGE Bookstore & Gift Galiery 78 Washington Avenue Schenectady, NY 12305 A Locally-Owned Independent www.sunysccc.edu Bookstore Since 1971 ~f (518) 381-1366

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9 Planning to Make Some Outside Repairs? You may need to file an Application Applications, full deadline and meeting schedule, and further SCHENECTADY information are available from Christine Slovak or Tony Tozzi in the CIVIC PLAYERS Department of Development, Room 14, 105 Jay Street, City Hall, 2004-2005 Season Schenectady, 12305, 382-5147 or 382-5054. Fees for Historic The Cradle Wtll Rock Commission applications are $10 for residential applications and $20 October 15-17, 20-24 for commercial applications. Following is the schedule for application The Woman in Black deadlines and 7:00 PM review meeting dates for 2004: December 3-5, 8-12 Proof Application deadline Review meeting January 28-30, February 2-6 December 6 December 20 Missing Link March 11-13, 16-20 Moon Over Buffalo May 6-8, 11-15 OUR NEW SPY PATROONS All Tickets $12 382-2081 FOR 2004-2005

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10 2004 Stockade Stoop Awards Historical Society's Congratulations to the following neigh­ "Antique Ornaments" Program bors for their outstanding efforts in making our Stockade more beautiful! and More! Sat., Dec. 11 Come celebrate the old and new holiday traditions of -Shirley Burris & DebbieLambeth Schenectady with the exhibit "From Cookies to Trees: The Evolution of Christmas in Schenectady" at the Schenectady County Historical Society. Hours are Monday through Friday, 1 to 5 PM and Saturdays, 10 AM to 4 PM, 374-0263, Also, on Saturday, December 11 at 1 :30 PM, join the Society for a unique program from local collector, Robert Halley, with the lecture, "The Birth of the Christmas Tree Tradition," complete with a tree decorated with some of his spe­ cial antique Christmas ornaments. And, if you would like to honor Stockade neighbor, Jo Mordecai, for her many years on the staff of the Historical First Place 7 Washington Avenue Frank Gilmore & Mary O'Allesandro Society, and send her wishes in her retirement, please join in the festivities at the Society on Dec. 11 at 12 noon. rrtieJlppian 'Way: Jl Loca[(J)ining rrreasure - 1(Jlren

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l'c?f'i \Ja'l\/f<.ln¼•fl\'.\'le, Ol'l:1-1 Honorable Mention 1,)e,:\,-$Un. Garden at the end of Ingersoll Avenue ,\I, 393 -~4 lo() 1 t Stockade Village Books & Art Grand Opening Association Sat., Dec. 4 & Sun. Dec. 5 12 - 6 PM Officers & Directors corner of Liberty & Ferry 2004-2005

President Come see the Stockade's newest books and antique store. They take dona­ Joseph Fava 5/05 tions and consignments and are looking for volunteer staff who can help run the shop! 27 Ferry Street Call 382-1938. The Moon and River Cafe will also be open at noon on these same 374-6190 days to accommodate the browsers and shoppers. Vice President Eli Taub 5/06 105 N. Ferry Street 393-0719 -T'idings- Treasurer • We welcome our new neigh­ Lyn Gordon 5/05 bor, Jane Knocker and her fam­ FAMOUSFOR SANDWICHES SINCE 1974 10 N. Church Street ily, to Front Street. 127SOUTH FERRY STREET 370-4324 SCHENECTAOY,NY 12305 • From Dorothy Dietrich - (518)370-0026 Recording Sec. Anthony Sassi, owner of the Deb Douglas 5/06 Teller House on Front Street, 1 Cucumber Alley and husband of Marilyn Stone, BARBARA& MICHAELNAUMOFF 374-3099 died November 1 after a long Corres. Secretary valiant battle against cancer. Brad Fisher 5/05 We send our condolences to 27 Front Street the family. 393-4605 • Lots of get well wishes go out Directors to longtime Stockade neighbor, Nick Colangelo of Front Street Masonry Connie Colangelo 5/05 111 N. Ferry Street who has had a long illness. and 374-7355 If you know of any items for Historic Peter Rumora 5/05 "Tidings" /neighborhood Restoration 31 Front Street arrivals, departures, births, 374-4883 deaths, anniversaries) please 518-577-7795 Diane DeMeo 5/05 call The Spy Editor, Sylvie­ 232 Union Street Briber, 377-0469. 372-0642 The Stockade Spy Dale Miller Important Numbers 217 Green Street Editor The Stockade Spy is Emergency 911 381-6189 Sylvie Briber 377-0469 published monthly, Sch'dy Police 382-5200 23 Washington Avenue Septemberthrough May. Bob Preville 5/06 and distributed to 2 Union St. Staff Trash Collection, Waste Stockade residents at the Diane Buckley 441-9946 Collection Schedule & beginning of each month. Recyling 382-5144 Gerald Plante Fred Kindl 5/05 Catherine de Salle Deadline for entries 14 N. Church St. Snow Parking info. Malcolm Willison is the 15th of 346-7577 382-5279 Photography Bob Briber the previous month.

Dec. Waste Collection Dates Waste Collection Finance Janie Hayner 374-6216 Printed by starts at 6:15 AM. Tuesday, Dec. 7 6 Front Street Capital Printing Tuesday, Dec. 14 Don't put waste on the curb Delivery Tuesday, Dec. 21 Josh Mlodzianowski before 2 PM Wednesday, Dec. 29 382-7654 the day before.

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