📆 BETHELEHEM AREA EVENTS

🏫🔄 BIG LEADERSHIP CHANGES COMING TO BC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS FOR 2026-27 🍎🦅

🛒📱 LAWMAKERS TARGET “SURVEILLANCE PRICING” — BUT BUSINESSES WARN OF SIDE EFFECTS ⚖️💰

💪🌞 SENIORS INVITED TO A FREE DAY OF FITNESS, FUN & COMMUNITY IN BETHLEHEM! 🎉🏃‍♀️

🎨📚 GOT A HOBBY OR SPECIAL TALENT? VOORHEESVILLE WANTS YOU TO TEACH IT! 👩‍🏫✨

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🏫🔄 BIG LEADERSHIP CHANGES COMING TO BC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS FOR 2026-27 🍎🦅

Bethlehem Central is preparing for several important leadership transitions for the upcoming 2026-27 school year — including a principal swap between Elsmere and Slingerlands Elementary Schools. 👏

Beginning this fall:
📚 Andrew Baker will become principal of Elsmere Elementary

📚 Kate Kloss will serve as principal of Slingerlands Elementary

District leaders say the transition is designed to bring fresh perspectives, strengthen collaboration between schools, and continue building on the success already happening across BC elementary schools. 🤝✨

In addition, BCHS Principal Dave Doemel will officially step into his new role as principal of Eagle Elementary School beginning July 1. 🦅

Superintendent Jody Monroe praised both leaders for their experience and dedication to Bethlehem students and families.

🗣️ Monroe shared that both Baker and Kloss are respected longtime educators whose leadership styles and commitment to academics, character, community, and wellness will continue to strengthen their school communities.

📍 Baker has led Slingerlands Elementary since 2021 and is already familiar with Elsmere, having previously served there as interim principal during the 2017-18 school year.

📍 Kloss has served as principal at Elsmere since 2003 and is currently the district’s longest-serving building leader. 👏

Over the next several months, Elsmere, Slingerlands, and Eagle Elementary will host opportunities for students, staff, and families to meet and connect with their incoming principals. ❤️🏫

📲 Read more:
https://www.bethlehemschools.org/leadership-changes-for-2026-27-to-include-principal-shift-between-elsmere-and-slingerlands-schools/

#BethlehemCentral #BCSD #BethlehemNY #ElementarySchools #EducationNews #SchoolLeadership #CapitalRegion #BethlehemLocalNews 🍎🏫🦅

🛒📱 LAWMAKERS TARGET “SURVEILLANCE PRICING” — BUT BUSINESSES WARN OF SIDE EFFECTS ⚖️💰

A growing debate is unfolding in New York over so-called “surveillance pricing” — the use of personal consumer data and algorithms to adjust prices online and in stores. 👀📊

Two proposed bills moving through the State Legislature aim to stop companies from using your shopping habits, location data, browsing history, and other personal information to potentially charge different prices to different customers.

Supporters say the legislation is about:

✅ Consumer protection

✅ Transparency

✅ Preventing unfair price increases

✅ Stopping companies from exploiting personal data

The bills are backed by:

⚖️ New York Attorney General Letitia James

👵 AARP

🤝 Labor groups and consumer advocates

The proposed laws would also target the use of electronic shelf labels — digital price tags that can instantly change pricing in stores. 🏪💻

But business groups and major companies are warning the bills could unintentionally eliminate personalized discounts and loyalty offers that many consumers currently benefit from.

⚠️ Industry leaders say examples that could potentially be impacted include:

🍔 Food delivery app discounts

🏨 Hotel loyalty programs

🛍️ Online marketplace promotions

📍 Location-based deals

🎁 Special offers for returning users

The New York Business Council says the legislation’s wording may be too broad and could block businesses from offering legitimate lower prices tailored to shoppers’ interests or habits. Lawmakers say they are continuing to negotiate amendments to the bill while keeping the main focus on fairness and affordability for consumers.

🏛️ One bill has already passed the State Senate and now awaits action in the Assembly.

📲 What do YOU think? Should New York ban algorithm-based “surveillance pricing” — or could it end up hurting consumers looking for discounts and personalized deals? Leave your comments below👇

Read More: https://www.timesunion.com/capitol/article/surveillance-pricing-bills-draw-concerns-ny-22270557.php

#NewYork #ConsumerProtection #SurveillancePricing #Inflation #Technology #Shopping #CapitalRegion #NYPolitics #BethlehemLocalNews 🛒📱⚖️

💪🌞 SENIORS INVITED TO A FREE DAY OF FITNESS, FUN & COMMUNITY IN BETHLEHEM! 🎉🏃‍♀️

The Town of Bethlehem Parks & Recreation Department is inviting local seniors to get active, stay healthy, and have some fun during the 33rd Annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day on Wednesday, May 27! 👏💜

📍 Elm Avenue Park – Large Pavilion
📅 Wednesday, May 27, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM
🎟️ FREE EVENT

The afternoon will feature rotating fitness opportunities, demonstrations, vendors, and wellness activities designed to help seniors stay active and connected. 🧘‍♂️🏓

🗓️ Event Highlights Include:
🏓 Pickleball Demo with Rick Bird
🥋 Tai Chi Demo with Rosemarie Tobin
👟 Silver Sneakers Introduction & Demo with Dr. Jen
🎉 Various vendors & fitness activities throughout the event

🍉 Light snacks, watermelon, and water will be provided.

🚐 Transportation assistance is available through the Senior Services Department:
📞 518-439-4955 ext. 1176

The Town of Bethlehem Parks & Recreation Department says the event welcomes people of all abilities and encourages everyone to come enjoy a fun and healthy afternoon in the community. ❤️

#BethlehemNY #SeniorHealthAndFitnessDay #SeniorWellness #ActiveLiving #BethlehemParksAndRec #CapitalRegionEvents #HealthyAging #BethlehemLocalNews 💪🌞🏓

🎨📚 GOT A HOBBY OR SPECIAL TALENT? VOORHEESVILLE WANTS YOU TO TEACH IT! 👩‍🏫✨

Do you have a skill, hobby, craft, or passion you’d love to share with others? 🎸🧶📸🍳

The Voorheesville Central School District is currently looking for Continuing Education instructors for upcoming fall and spring programs — and you don’t need formal teaching experience to apply! 👏

District officials say they are seeking community members from all backgrounds who want to:
✅ Share their talents
✅ Teach fun and engaging classes
✅ Help others learn something new
✅ Earn money doing what they love 💵

📅 Classes are offered:
🍂 Fall Session — beginning in October
🌸 Spring Session — beginning in late February

🕒 Flexible scheduling available:
✔️ Evening or weekend classes
✔️ One-time workshops
✔️ Multi-week courses
✔️ Most classes run 1–2 hours

💰 PAY:
Instructors earn between $26–$30 per instruction hour

🎯 No formal teaching certification is required for most classes, and first-time instructors are encouraged to apply!

Whether you enjoy:
🎨 Art & crafts
🍞 Cooking & baking
📷 Photography
💻 Technology
🧘 Fitness & wellness
🎵 Music
🪴 Gardening
—or just have a unique skill to share — the district wants to hear your ideas!

📌 Interested?
Contact Jennie Augar, Director of Continuing Education, to discuss your class proposal.

⏰ Deadline to apply for the fall session:
📅 June 26

Officials say the goal is to create fun, engaging learning opportunities while building stronger community connections through lifelong learning. ❤️

📲 Learn more:
https://www.voorheesville.org/have-a-hobby-turn-it-into-a-continuing-education-class/

#Voorheesville #ContinuingEducation #CommunityLearning #CapitalRegion #TeachWhatYouLove #LifelongLearning #UpstateNY #BethlehemLocalNews 🎨📚✨

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