Washington Park Neighborhoods May 2021 Newsletter
Yard Sale to Benefit Operation Snip
The Operation Snip volunteers have organized a yard sale to benefit the Snip cats. All proceeds will be used to purchase needed medical supplies such as Revolution for fleas, Drontal for worms, Albon, etc. It is kitten season so our services are in demand.
The sale is Sunday, May 16 from 9 to 3 at the Brunswick Harley-Davidson, 1130 Hoosick Road, Route 7, Troy. There is a large selection of merchandise and baked goods. Great deals!
Wedding Bells
Riverside’s Dani Lloyd married Eric Adamchick on May 1 in Washington Park. The sun made an appearance just in time for the intimate ceremony in front of the blooming tulips at the southwest corner. The bridal party walked from 1st Street to the Park, a lovely sight. Proud mom Cindy was thrilled to see Dani’s wedding dress. Dani used her mom’s wedding gown to design a dress which incorporated details of Cindy’s gown but reflected Dani’s personality. Dani kept the high necked appliqued bodice but eliminated the full long bottom and instead had a sleek pencil skirt with appliques. The Park’s Lynn Kopka put it all together.
Ray of Sunshine
Third Street’s Diane & Don Bella added a carport at their rental property in the Osgood Neighborhood in order to install solar panels. The couple who left the East Side for a Third Street rehab took advantage of the state and federal incentives for the installation of solar panels. Don figures the system will pay for itself in 10 years.
Welcome
Welcome to Maria Thompson, an interior designer living on Third Street.
The Gilded Age
Filming is projected to begin in May for the HBO series The Gilded Age. Troy filming dates are May 24 to June 18. The crew is scheduled to film interior scenes on 3rd Street near Washington Park from May 24 to May 28 (day). Interior and exterior shots in Monument Square from June 1 to June 8 (day and evening). The crew will return to Washington Park on June 9 and 10. The night of June 10 will be filming an exterior shot on 2nd Street. The last day around Washington Park will be June 15, all exterior shots (day). Street closures TBD. We will update as we get details. Be prepared for minor inconveniences.
Summit of Achievement at Opalka Gallery
Franklin Place’s Adam Frelin has installed his latest art piece, “Summit” on the Opalka Gallery rooftop in Albany. The 12’ tall image of a mountaintop was designed to create a trompe l’oeil illusion of a snow-covered mountain range behind the Sage College campus on New Scotland Avenue, according to the Times Union. It is part of a larger outdoor installation entitled “Erractics”. One goal of the exhibit is to prompt visitors to consider that both geologic and human history are continuously being shaped by unpredictable actions and outcomes. Adam noted that he wants someone who is driving down the street to glance up and be rewarded by the illusion that there is a giant mountain behind the gallery. Adam was one of the forces behind the highly acclaimed Breathing Lights project several years ago.
Primary Election Day
Tuesday, June 22 from 6am to 9pm at Your Designated Polling Place
Early Voting: June 12-20
There may not be a primary in your party of enrollment. To vote in a Primary you must be registered in a party having a primary. If you will be out of the County on Primary or General Election day or are physically disabled, you may contact the County Board of Elections to apply for an absentee ballot or to make alternate voting arrangements.
If you are interested in serving as an election day worker, need an absentee ballot application, or have other questions, please contact the Board of Elections at 518-270-2990 or www.rensco.com.
Exercise Your Right to Vote!
School Board Elections
Tuesday, May 18
Troy School District Budget Vote and Selection of 3 Members of the Board
Hours of Voting: 7:30am to 8:00 pm @ School 12, 475 1st Street.
Best of the Capital Region
The Times Union’s Annual Best of the Capital Region noted the effects of the pandemic on local businesses. Some adapted and thrived; others closed; new ones opened. Nearly 40,000 people voted in the TU poll this year. Troy, of course, had many Best Of winners:
Best Pizza (single location): DeFazio’s Pizzeria
Best Local Pizza Chain: Red Front
Best Chicken Wings: The Ruck, The Ale House
Best Indian/Pakistani: Shalimar Troy
Best Vietnamese: Quang’s Vietnamese Bistro
Best BBQ Restaurant: Dinosaur
Best Cheap Eats: Famous Lunch
Best Vegetarian: Berben & Wolff’s
Best Coffee Shop: Spillin’ the Beans
Best Tea Shop: Whistling Kettle
Best Frozen Treat Venue: The Snowman
Best Restaurant for Outdoor Dining: Brown’s Brewing
Best Takeout Food: DeFazio’s Pizzeria
Best Farmers Market: Troy Waterfront Farmers Market
Best Bakery: Bella Napoli, Cookie Factory
Best Bookstore: Market Block Books
Best Wedding Venue: Franklin Plaza
Best Waterfront Spot: Troy Riverfront Park
Best City: #3 Troy
Best Running Race: Troy Turkey Trot
Best College: HVCC
Best Local Festival: Victorian Stroll
No doubt we missed a few so check out the TU website for a full list. Patronize your local merchants!
Masks Belong on Faces
While we have picked up some colorful & creative masks from the streets and sidewalks, we prefer that they be disposed of properly.
COVID-19 Protocols
Masks and social distancing are recommended but we are inching toward “normal” whatever the new normal may be.
Trash Talking
The City is implementing a new solid waste management platform called ReCollect, which has info on pickup routes, proper disposal of items, resources for residents & educators and contact info.
The Alamo (across from the Rensco corrections facility in South Troy) has been upgraded & rebranded as the Troy Resource Management Facility. Residents can drop off leaves & brush, pickup mulch & pallets at no cost.
Household Hazardous Waste Events: June 26, August 28 & October 30. To learn more or to register, visit www.BEThhw.org.
Electronics/Shredding/Tire Drop Off Event: May 8, 9 to 1 at the Troy Resource Management Facility (former Alamo)
Watch for new recycling bins: Choice between 16 gallon and 22 gallon bins
Continue to recycle, diversion to reuse, repair, donate, compost and other methods of disposal to reduce solid waste.
Scoop Your Poop!
Stolen Packages
Be alert for package deliveries. Packages are disappearing from stoops. Report all stolen packages to Troy Police. The Troy Mart at Hill & Adams will accept delivery of packages & hold them for pick up. Please contact the Troy Mart staff for information.
Website Update
Please check out the website – www.wpn-troy.org – to be sure your postings are up to date.
Apartments, Etc.
Park - 195 2nd St, 1st floor, 1BR, LR, DR, kitchen, bath w/W/D. Good closet space. Hardwood floors. Owner occupied quiet bldg. Private entrance. No smoking/ no pets. Perfect for 1. $1500 inc. heat. Call Lynn 518-322-1872.
Goods, Services, Help
Patronize Local Businesses
Take out is available at most downtown restaurants. Other boutique businesses are open. Check the Troy BID website for details. While some businesses have closed, others have opened.
Troy Night Out
The last Friday of the month. Check the Troy Night Out website for details.
Troy Farmers Market
The Troy Market is downtown for the spring/summer season. Saturday from 9 to 2! Get your veggies; network; enjoy the sunshine.
SAVE THE DATE
Concerts? Art events? Sporting events?
Check the various websites for Troy’s arts and cultural institutions. Events are happening in modified form. The Troy BID website has a complete listing of downtown’s businesses, merchants, etc. lease visit it often for updates on what is happening.
All the News & Then Some
Get your news to Lynn @ lkopka13@gmail.com or 518-322-1872. You too can be a media darling. Remember that the website – www.wpn-troy.org - is effective only if all listings are up to date. Please let us know of changes. We want your news!