📆 BETHELEHEM AREA EVENTS

🌡️BETHELEHEM AREA WEATHER

🏊‍♀️🐦‍⬛ READY, SET, SWIM! VOORHEESVILLE LEARN-TO-SWIM CLASSES STARTING THIS WEEKEND! 💦🏊‍♂️

📣🇺🇸 CIVIC ENGAGEMENT IN BETHLEHEM: LOCAL RESIDENTS TAKE THEIR MESSAGE TO THE ROADSIDE

🏊‍♀️🦅🎀 EAGLES MAKE A SPLASH! BETHLEHEM SWIM & DIVE HEADS TO BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MEET! 💗💦

⚽️🐦‍⬛ BACK-TO-BACK WINS! RCS RAVENS CLIMB ABOVE .500 WITH 3-1 VICTORY! 🔥🏆

☀️🍂 SUNDAY FUNDAY! THREE GREAT WAYS TO ENJOY THE DAY AROUND TOWN! 🎉🛍️🎶

Introducing the Bethlehem Area Live Community Calendar

October 4th Sunday

More Events at: https://BethlehemAreaLive.com

A proposed 4.5-megawatt Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at the Plug Power campus in Slingerlands is moving to the public-comment stage, with the New Scotland Planning Board scheduling a public hearing for Tuesday, October 6.

The Planning Board voted 3-1 on September 1 to schedule the hearing.

📍 WHAT'S BEING PROPOSED?

Adaptive Infrastructure Partners (AIP) is proposing three battery enclosures, each rated at 1.5 megawatts, behind Plug Power at Vista Technology Park.

According to the project materials, the battery equipment would occupy less than one acre within a seven-acre lease area on a 10.76-acre parcel. The facility would be automated, unstaffed and remotely monitored.

⚡ WHY IS THE BATTERY PROJECT BEING PROPOSED?

According to the application, the project is connected to reliability concerns involving National Grid's New Krumkill substation, which is approaching capacity.

A long-term rebuild of the substation is anticipated to be completed in 2030. In the meantime, National Grid sought a non-wires alternative, or NWA, to provide temporary load relief and improve reliability.

The battery system could help support the electrical grid during circumstances such as high-demand heat waves, storm-related problems and substation work.

🚒 FIRE SAFETY IS A MAJOR PART OF THE REVIEW

Project materials outline several proposed safety measures being developed with the Slingerlands Fire Department, including:

The draft emergency-response information also addresses the particular hazards associated with lithium-ion battery fires, including extreme temperatures, potentially flammable or toxic gases and the possibility of reignition.

💧 GROUNDWATER IS ALSO PART OF THE DISCUSSION

According to AIP's environmental materials, the property is located over a principal aquifer, and the estimated water table is approximately five feet below ground.

Emergency-response materials acknowledge that leaking coolant or battery electrolyte could potentially contaminate soil or water, making environmental safeguards another issue likely to receive attention during the review.

🗣️ PUBLIC HEARING: OCTOBER 6

The hearing will give residents an opportunity to learn more about the proposal and provide comments as the Planning Board considers the application.

The Planning Board could also impose additional conditions as part of any eventual project approval.

📣 WHAT DO YOU THINK?

Do you support a battery energy storage facility at an industrial/technology campus like Vista Technology Park, or do you still have concerns about fire safety, groundwater, emergency response or other potential impacts?

👇 Keep the conversation respectful and share your thoughts below.

#BethlehemLocalNews #NewScotland #Slingerlands #PlugPower #BESS #BatteryStorage #EnergyStorage #VistaTechnologyPark #NationalGrid #FireSafety #PublicHearing #CommunityNews #CapitalRegion #AlbanyCountyREADY, SET, SWIM! VOORHEESVILLE LEARN-TO-SWIM CLASSES STARTING THIS WEEKEND!

🏊‍♀️🐦‍⬛ READY, SET, SWIM! VOORHEESVILLE LEARN-TO-SWIM CLASSES STARTING THIS WEEKEND! 💦🏊‍♂️

Looking for a great way to help your child build water confidence and swimming skills this fall? The Voorheesville Central School District is offering Learn-to-Swim and Pre-Competitive Swim instruction beginning October 3. 🐦‍⬛💦

Classes are available for Learn-to-Swim Levels 1–5, along with a Pre-Competitive Swim option. Class sizes are limited to 12 students, so families are encouraged to register early!

📅 October 3 – November 21, 2026

🏊 Learn-to-Swim Classes
⏰ 3:10–4:00 PM
⏰ 4:10–5:00 PM
⏰ 5:10–6:00 PM

🏆 Pre-Competitive Swim
⏰ 3:10–4:00 PM

💰 Learn-to-Swim: $140 for eight 50-minute classes
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family discounts are available for additional children:
• Second child: $130
• Each additional child: $120

🏊‍♂️ Pre-Competitive Swim: $160

⚠️ Important: Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult while on school property.

🏊 Learn-to-Swim Registration:
https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZH55LT4GC082WB_ZZ6CAUGBF5GOTJ0

🏆 Pre-Competitive Registration:
https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZH55LT4GC082WB_ZZ6CAUI12EYS8MB

📞 Questions? Contact Lori Saba at 518-765-3313 Ext. 1106

Payment is due when registering. The district notes that refunds are not available after the first class.

💦 A great opportunity for local kids to learn, improve their skills and become more confident in the water!

👇 Know a Voorheesville family who should see this? Tag them or share this post!

#BethlehemLocalNews #Voorheesville #VoorheesvilleNY #VoorheesvilleSchools #LearnToSwim #SwimmingLessons #SwimLessons #KidsSwimming #YouthSwimming #PreCompetitiveSwimming #WaterSafety #CapitalRegion #NewScotlandNY #Blackbirds 🐦‍⬛💦

📣🇺🇸 CIVIC ENGAGEMENT IN BETHLEHEM: LOCAL RESIDENTS TAKE THEIR MESSAGE TO THE ROADSIDE

A couple of days ago, we came across two “young & active” local women spending some of their time along a Bethlehem-area roadway engaging the community on an issue they care deeply about.

The women were holding signs expressing their concerns about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), immigration enforcement and detention policies.

Whatever one’s position on this highly debated issue, peaceful civic and public engagement is one way residents participate in community life and make their views known. 🇺🇸

And their efforts certainly weren’t going unnoticed while we were there. 🚗📣 We observed a number of passing motorists honking their horns and waving as the women stood alongside the road sharing their message.

Their public engagement comes amid broader discussion and concern surrounding immigration enforcement and ICE activity across the Capital Region.

📸 Making a difference can take many forms. Sometimes it’s simply showing up, participating in the civic process and speaking publicly about the issues that matter to you.

👇 We welcome respectful conversation from all viewpoints. Please keep the discussion civil, thoughtful and focused on the issue.

#BethlehemLocalNews #BethlehemNY #CommunityVoices #CivicEngagement #PublicEngagement #CommunityInvolvement #DelmarNY #CapitalRegion #Immigration #ICE #LocalNews #MakingADifference

🏊‍♀️🦅🎀 EAGLES MAKE A SPLASH! BETHLEHEM SWIM & DIVE HEADS TO BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MEET! 💗💦

The Bethlehem Varsity Girls Swim & Dive Team is heading to Clifton Park today with momentum on its side! 🦅🔥

The Eagles are coming off an impressive 114-72 victory over Shaker on Wednesday and competed on saturday at the Shenendehowa Invitational Breast Cancer Awareness Swim Meet. 🎀🏊‍♀️

The championship-style meet marks roughly the midway point of the season and gives Bethlehem swimmers an opportunity to chase Sectional qualifying times as the season rolls on.

💗 Good luck to all of our Eagles who competed on Saturday — swim fast and make some waves! 🦅🌊

And Bethlehem fans, mark your calendars for the next home meet!

📅 Friday, October 9
⏰ 4:30 PM
📍 Bethlehem High School Pool
🏊‍♀️ Bethlehem vs. Saratoga

📣 LET'S FILL THE STANDS! Come out and support the team as the Eagles look to keep their winning season rolling! 🦅👏

📸 Photo Credit: Emily O’Neill

#BethlehemLocalNews #BethlehemCentral #BCHS #BCSD #GoEagles #BethlehemEagles #BethlehemSwimAndDive #GirlsSwimming #SwimFast #Section2Sports #BreastCancerAwareness #ThinkPink #StudentAthletes #BethlehemNY

The Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk Ravens are building some momentum! 🙌⚽️

RCS picked up a 3-1 victory over the Hudson Bluehawks on Thursday, giving the Ravens their second consecutive win and pushing their season record above the .500 mark.

🔥 RCS improves to 4-3-2 on the season, while Hudson falls to 1-6.

Now the Ravens turn their attention to a familiar nearby opponent — Voorheesville! 🐦‍⬛⚔️🐦‍⬛

📅 NEXT UP: Monday
⏰ 4:30 PM
⚽️ RCS vs. Voorheesville

That should make for a fun local matchup as two of the communities we cover meet on the soccer field!

👏 Congratulations to the Ravens on another win — keep it rolling, RCS!

#BethlehemLocalNews #RCS #RCSRavens #Ravena #Coeymans #Selkirk #RCSAthletics #RCSSoccer #HighSchoolSoccer #Voorheesville #GoRavens #StudentAthletes #Section2Sports #CapitalRegionSports

☀️🍂 SUNDAY FUNDAY! THREE GREAT WAYS TO ENJOY THE DAY AROUND TOWN! 🎉🛍️🎶

Looking for something to do this Sunday, October 4th? We’ve got you covered! 🙌

The BethlehemAreaLive.com Community Calendar has several local options happening around Bethlehem, RCS & Voorheesville, including farm markets, fall family fun and a Sunday afternoon stop in Voorheesville! 🍁👇

🌾🛍️ FEURA BUSH FARM & CRAFT MARKET
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 1368 Indian Fields Road, Feura Bush
Come browse local crafts, farm offerings and more while enjoying a beautiful fall Sunday!

🍎👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 14TH ANNUAL FAMILY VALUE WEEKEND
🕚 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Stanton’s Feura Farm, Onesquethaw Creek Road, Feura Bush
A great day for families to enjoy the farm and take advantage of the special Family Value Weekend activities.

🥤🎉 DRINK GIVEAWAYS WITH DECRESCENTE
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Anthony’s by Romo’s Pizza, Maple Avenue, Voorheesville
Head over Sunday afternoon for drink giveaways and some local fun!

🍂 FALL IS IN THE AIR — AND THERE'S PLENTY TO DO! 🍁

Whether you're looking for a family outing, shopping for something local or just looking for a reason to get out of the house, Sunday offers some great opportunities to support local businesses, farmers, vendors and community events. ❤️

📲 Want to see everything happening around town? Check the BethlehemAreaLive.com Community Calendar for more events throughout Bethlehem, RCS, Voorheesville and beyond!

👇 What are YOU doing this Sunday? Let us know in the comments!

#BethlehemLocalNews #BethlehemAreaLive #SundayFunday #BethlehemNY #DelmarNY #RCS #Ravena #Coeymans #Selkirk #Voorheesville #FeuraBush #CapitalRegion #FarmersMarket #CraftMarket #FamilyFun #FallFun #ShopLocal #SupportLocal #ThingsToDo

Today’s challenge is:

70 + 70 ÷ 7 = ?

The key is remembering PEMDAS, the order of operations:

P – Parentheses
E – Exponents
M/D – Multiplication & Division
A/S – Addition & Subtraction

We do NOT add 70 + 70 first because division comes before addition.

Step 1: Do the division

70 ÷ 7 = 10

Now the expression becomes:

70 + 10

Step 2: Add

70 + 10 = 80

⚠️ Common mistake:
Someone might calculate 70 + 70 = 140, then divide by 7 and get 20. But that changes the original expression because there are no parentheses telling us to add first.

So if you answered 80, you nailed it! 🎉🧠👏

How did you do on this Sunday Morning Math Puzzler? Drop your answer below — and no peeking at the comments first! 😄👇

#SundayMorningMathPuzzler #MathPuzzler #BrainTeaser #MathChallenge #PEMDAS #OrderOfOperations #BethlehemLocalNews #BethlehemNY #SundayFun

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