Bethlehem YMCA will once again host Spooky Skate on Sunday, November 1 from 5:45-6:45 pm. This is a Halloween Themed Ice Skating event in the Ice Rink. Costumes are encouraged but not mandatory. There will be hot chocolate and yummy treats! Normal Public Skating prices will be in effect. We'll see you on the ice, if you dare.

Bethlehem Opportunities Unlimited (BOU) will host  "Talking with Your Teen: An Open Conversation about Substance Use" a special event on Thursday, November 12 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the Bethlehem Central High School Cafeteria, 700 Delaware Avenue, Delmar.  This program will inspire an open discussion between parents and teens on the impacts of substance use and abuse.  Pizza and refreshments will be served from 5:30 - 6:00 PM.  There will also be a health fair with exhibitors providing useful information.  So attend, eat pizza, and browse prior to the program which begins at 6:00 PM. See flyer for additional information.

This program is free and open to the public. The library is located at 451 Delaware Avenue in Delmar. Call 439-9314 for more information.

Del Lanes still has openings in their Jr. Bowling Programs. They have Adult-PeeWee and Adult-Jr Leagues as well. Check out the schedule here.

Bethlehem Public Library will hold its Annual Halloween Party. Babies, toddlers and preschoolers are invited to bring their families for a fun Halloween Party and Trick or Treat Parade on Thursday, October 29 at 10am AND 1:30pm. Costumes optional.

Bethlehem Mickey Mantle Inc announces final tryouts for the Braves Travel Club team for next summer's season. Tryouts will be held on Sunday, November 1 from 12-2pm at Frozen Ropes, 3 Interstate Ave, Albany. All prospective players 13u-18u are welcome to make a final impression.

To Life! -Time to register for our 5th Annual Women's Health Conference, Tuesday, November 17th at Carondelet Hospitality Center in Latham, from 8am (breakfast and registration) until 4:30pm. Wonderful speakers including, Rufus Collea MD, Arsyl DeJesus MD, and Kristen Resak MD, to name a few. Read more here and register online.

Merriman and Pfister' Marketplace in Delmar features an Artist of the Month.  Learn more about them, while taking ad- vantage of a 15% savings of this artists' wares throughout that month. - Take part in any of M&P's Monthly Events - from a "Meet the Artist Night" to a beauty demonstration, to a holiday happening. Sign up to our e-mail list or just follow us on Facebook and Instagram for specifics. -We offer an opportunity for you to "whisper" in your family's ear with our  "Wish List".  What better way to assist them in buying the perfect gift for you! -Come in and we'll work with you to create your Wedding Registry.  -Got a Gift EMERGENCY??  Just call 518-588-7268.  We got you covered.
We offer a reasonable layaway program, that allows you to take some time in making your purchase.  In the near future, we will feature an online shopping capability.  Delivery will be available in the Bethlehem area!  In addition to the fun we're having, here at the store, we hope to remain a good Community member.  Please call us with any questions.

Who is in Control: You or Cancer?  Join the Stram Center for Integrative Medicine's Team on November 7, 2015 from 11am to 2pm at the Albany Marriott, 189 Wolf Rd, Colonie for a free cancer conference: An integrative approach to prevention, early diagnosis and treatment. This is an excellent opportunity to educate yourself and your loved ones about potential options in the fight against cancer- Take Control!  The day features 4 guest speakers followed by an opportunity for questions and answers. Enjoy a sampling of cancer fighting foods, created by Stram Center's Registered Dietician/Chef and oncology specialist, Eric Sharer; recipes included. This is a free event. Registration is required: For more details and to register, visit the website.