GUIDELINES FOR SUBMITTING

1. Celebrations are published in The Gazette on Sundays at a rate of $3.00 per line plus photographs will be billed at $40.00.

2. If the announcement includes a photograph, we prefer a sharp close-up no smaller than wallet size. Photo should be professional quality, black-and-white or color print. Photos taken with an instant camera and laser photos are not acceptable. Digital photos are accepted. Send a self-addressed stamped envelope so The Gazette can return your photo. Place a label with your name and address on the back of your photograph. We will do everything possible to return your photo after the publishing date.

3. All announcements must be prepaid. We will call you to confi rm placement. We accept cash, check, Visa, Mastercard and Discover.

4. ALL ANNOUNCEMENTS REQUIRE A COMPLETED AUTHORIZATION FORM. The form must be signed by one of the principals (future bride, future groom, parents or grandparents) with an address and daytime phone number.

5. The Gazette reserves the right to revise, edit or reject any or all copy and/or photographs.

6. All announcements should be neatly printed or typed on Gazette forms provided.

7. Lamination of annoucement available. See information included.

8. Submission Procedures Announcements may be sent to the following: Mail:

The Gazette CelebrationsClassifi ed Department

PO Box 1090Schenectady, NY 12301-1090

Fax: Classifi ed (518) 395-3050

Drop-Off: 2345 Maxon Road Ext.Schenectady, NY 12308

Hours: 8 am to 4pm

Photos may be emailed to classifi ed@dailygazette.net

Forms are available at dailygazette.com/forms They can be printed off, fi lled out and mailed,

faxed or dropped off at The Gazette.

We welcome the opportunity to assist you in placing your announcement.Please stop in or call 518-382-1100 for an appointment or assistance.

AUTHORIZATION FOR ANNOUNCEMENT PUBLICATIONThis form must be completed and signed before your celebration announcement can be published

Last Name/Names in Announcement ______________________________________________________________________

Name of Person Placing Announcement (please print) ________________________________________________________

Signature _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Your Street Address ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Your City, State & Zip Code _______________________________________________________________________________

Your Daytime Phone _______________________________________________ Home Phone __________________________

Email Address ___________________________________________________________________________________________We will call you to confi rm placement and cost.

2. If the announcement includes a photograph, we

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PLEASE INCLUDE ONLY THE INFORMATION YOU WOULD LIKE PRINTED IN THE NEWSPAPER.

PLEASE CHECK ONE: Are the future Bride’s parents announcing this engagement?________________

Are the future Groom’s parents announcing this engagement?________________Is the couple announcing this engagement?________________

FUTURE BRIDE’S Name ______________________________________________________________________________

Address _____________________________________________________________________________________________

City ______________________________________________________________ State __________________________

Parents (First & Last Name of Future Bride’s Parents. Please specify if parents are deceased.) ___________________

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Address _____________________________________________________________________________________________

City ______________________________________________________________ State __________________________

(Other Parents, if Applicable) First & Last Names of Future Bride’s other Parents PLUS City, State, County ______

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FUTURE GROOM’S Name ____________________________________________________________________________

Address _____________________________________________________________________________________________

City ______________________________________________________________ State __________________________

Parents (First & Last Name of Future Groom’s Parents. Please specify if parents are deceased.)__________________

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Address _____________________________________________________________________________________________

City ______________________________________________________________ State __________________________

(Other Parents, if Applicable) First & Last Names of Future Groom’s other Parents PLUS City, State,. County ____

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information

Please use this form to place your engagement announcement.

The spelling of names and places and the legibility of handwriting are the

responsibility of the person submitting the information.

Please write carefully.

We welcome the opportunity to assist you in placing your announcement.

Please stop in or call 518-382-1100.

Photo Size$40.00

Wedding Date _________________________________________________________________________________

Wedding Place _________________________________________________________________________________

Future Bride’s Employment _____________________________________________________________________

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Future Bride’s Schools (Graduated or Attended) ________________________________________________________________

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Future Groom’s Employment _________________________________________________________________________________

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Future Groom’s Schools (Graduated or Attended) _______________________________________________________________

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Future Bride’s Military Service _______________________________________________________________________________

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Future Groom’s Military Service ______________________________________________________________________________

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Any Special Information/Unusual Aspects of Engagement _______________________________________________________

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Additional Information _________________________________________________________________________

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Grandparent’s Name(s) ______________________________________________________________________________________

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A (Date of Wedding) ________________________________________________________________________________wedding is

planned.

Engagement Announcements must be received at least 21 days prior to wedding date. Please fi ll out and sign the Authorization for Publication Form enclosed

in this packet so that your special occasion announcement will be processed as quickly and accurately as possible.

Thank you and congratulations!

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AnnouncementKarla Schumaker &

Sam Ravida

SCHUMAKER-RAVIDA

Robert and Margaret Schu-maker of Schenectady, and Tina Ravida of Albany, announce the engagement of their children, Karla Schumaker and Sam Rav-ida. Sam is also the son of the late Guiseppe Ravida. The future bride is a gradu-ate of Notre Dame-Bishop Gib-bons High School and Siena College, where she received her bachelor’s degree in business administration. She received her master’s degree in public administration from Rockefell-er College. She is employed by the NYS Offi ce of State Comp-troller. Her fi ance is a graduate of Bishop McGinn High School. He is employed by NYS Uni-fi ed Court Systems. An April 2009 wedding is planned.

KEITH R. SWANEYKRISTEN L. RIMANY

Kristen L. Rimany and Keith R. Swaney were married May 17, 2008 at First Reformed Church in Schenectady, NY, with Pastor Daniel Carlson and Reverend Robert Longobucco of-fi ciating. A reception followed at Glen Sanders Mansion. The bride is the daughter of Kenneth and Nancy Rimany of Niskayuna. The groom is the son of G. Robert and Gerri Swaney of Upper St. Clair, PA. Matron of honor was the bride’s twin sis-ter, Jessica Rowe. Bridesmaids were Pamela Swaney, sister of the groom, Amy Bockis, and Kira Dietz. Best man was William Mig-nogna, friend of the groom. Ushers were Andrew Bockis, James Rowe, and David Yates. The bride graduated from Gettysburg College, where she received her bachelor’s degree in anthropology/sociol-ogy. She received her master’s degree of edu-cation in higher education administration-stu-dent affairs from Penn State. She is a student advisor at the University at Albany. The groom graduated from Gettysburg Col-lege, where he received his bachelor’s degree in history. He earned two master degrees from the University of Maryland; one in history and one in library science-information sciences. He is employed by the NYS Archives, Albany, as an archives and records management spe-cialist. The couple took a wedding trip to Disney World, FL.

Mr. & Mrs. Keith R. Swaney

FREDERICK AND JEAN ANDERSON JR.

50TH ANNIVERSARY

Frederick and Jean Ander-son Jr. of Rotterdam, recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary The couple were married January 4, 1959 at Eastern Park-way Methodist Church. The former Jean Reynolds gradu-ated from Scotia High School. She retired from Weller, Marcil & Greco Insurance. She enjoys reading, puzzles, family and friends. Her husband is a graduate of Scotia High School and served in the U.S. Army He is a retired truck driver for St. Johnsbury Trucking. He enjoys automo-tives, history – especially WW II history and weapons. Their children are Gary (Wendy) of Destin, FL., Tod (Gayle) of Edgewater, FL., Frederick H. III (Terri) of Schenectady, and Scott (Patri-cia) of Scotia. Their grandchildren are Mat-thew (Lindsey) and David, all of Santa Rosa Beach, FL, Sara of Schenectady, Derrick of Scotia, and David of Schenectady.

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FREDERICK AND JEAN ANDERSON JR.

50TH ANNIVERSARY

Frederick and Jean Ander-son Jr. of Rotterdam, recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary The couple were married January 4, 1959 at Eastern Park-way Methodist Church. The former Jean Reynolds gradu-ated from Scotia High School. She retired from Weller, Marcil & Greco Insurance. She enjoys reading, puzzles, family and friends. Her husband is a graduate of Scotia High School and served in the U.S. Army He is a retired truck driver for St. Johnsbury Trucking. He enjoys automo-tives, history – especially WW II history and weapons. Their children are Gary (Wendy) of Destin, FL., Tod (Gayle) of Edgewater, FL., Frederick H. III (Terri) of Schenectady, and Scott (Patri-cia) of Scotia. Their grandchildren are Mat-thew (Lindsey) and David, all of Santa Rosa Beach, FL, Sara of Schenectady, Derrick of Scotia, and David of Schenectady.

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FREDERICK AND JEAN ANDERSON JR.50TH ANNIVERSARY

Frederick and Jean Anderson Jr. of Rotterdam, recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary The couple were married January 4, 1959 at Eastern Parkway Methodist Church. The former Jean Reynolds graduated from Scotia High School. She retired from Weller, Marcil & Greco Insurance. She enjoys reading, puzzles, family and friends. Her husband is a graduate of Sco-tia High School and served in the U.S. Army He is a retired truck driver for St. Johnsbury Trucking. He enjoys au-tomotives, history – especially WW II history and weapons. Their children are Gary (Wendy) of Destin, FL., Tod (Gayle) of Edge-water, FL., Frederick H. III (Terri) of Schenectady, and Scott (Patricia) of Scotia. Their grandchildren are Matthew (Lindsey) and David, all of Santa Rosa Beach, FL, Sara of Schenectady, Derrick of Scotia, and David of Schenectady.

LAMINATED CELEBRATIONS ANNOUNCEMENTSName: _____________________________________________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________

City ______________________________________________ State: __________ Zip Code: ______________

Daytime Phone #: (_____) ________________________________

Date celebration was published _______________ Name in announcement: _________________________

Pricing: Printed in groups of 3 to 4 laminated pieces, depending on length of announcement ❏ _______$25.00 per group or ❏ _______ @ $7.00 ea.

* Additional shipping and handling charges may apply. • Please allow 10 business days for processing. • All orders must be prepaid either by Cash, Check, Money Order or Credit Card (MC, Visa or Discover)Credit Card# ______________________________ Expiration Date ____________ Security Code ________ We will contact you for credit card info. last 3 digits on back of card

Send completed form and payment to: Th e Gazette Lamination Dept. 2345 Maxon Road Ext. Schenectady, NY 12308 or email to tearsheets@dailygazette.net_________________________Select A Celebration Card or leave message at (518) 395-3012: