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Taxpayers to Foot Mayor’s $12k Bill “Why should the City pay for it?”
by Norra Reyes Saratoga TODAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs City Council meeting on Tuesday, August 2, at City Hall ran very late and covered quite a bit of ground, ranging from a Code Blue update to billing the taxpayers over $12,000 for Mayor Joanne Yepsen’s legal fees in her response to the City’s Board of Ethics findings against her.
~ Anthony "Skip" Scirocco, Commissioner of Public Works
At the beginning of the meeting, the mayor handed out copies of the rules of conduct governing the council meetings, and
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Local’s Photo Gets Worldwide Exposure by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — When Kasandra Carda decided to buzz into Dunkin Donuts on South Broadway, on Tuesday, July 26, about 10 a.m. for some quick refreshment on her
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way to some real estate appointment, she had no idea that her life was about to change. “I went in that side entrance—the one only locals know about,” she said with a smile. And there it was. The perfect, See Viral pg. 36
arguments ensued throughout the meeting as to who was breaking which rules. Commissioner of Finance Michele Madigan brought
up a concern of meetings not staying on point, and of not feeling safe, to which City Attorney Tony Izzo suggested a higher security presence, but Madigan clarified that she is requesting council members have the authority the mayor does to remove people from the room. A discussion also ensued regarding spillover of acrimonious behavior from the council chamber into City Hall, which See Taxpayers pg. 13
A Bridge Too Far? NYS DOT Deliberating Fate of Nelson Ave. Ext. Bridge
by Maureen Werther Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — The recent news that the NYS Department of Transportation (DOT) may consider demolishing the Nelson Avenue Extension bridge has caused an uproar in the surrounding communities of Saratoga and Malta. Built in 1960, the bridge serves as a main route for residents on the east side of the Northway who travel into the city of Saratoga Springs for business, medical needs, school and social activities. Upon hearing the news,
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concerned citizens in the community immediately began circulating a petition to raise awareness of the DOT’s intentions and try to put a stop to the proposed plan. They cited a number of reasons why it is critical that the bridge remain in place and the DOT opt for repair rather than demolition. Suzanne Balet-Height, author of the “Save the Bridge” petition, noted that, in addition to regular traffic for purposes of business or recreation, the bridge serves as a critical access route for emergency vehicles that would otherwise be forced to use other,
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Man on the Street ““If you could wake up tomorrow morning as any celebrity, who would it be?””
“Jennifer Lawrence. She’s awesome.” - Alex DiNuzzo (right) and Kim DiNuzzo “I would love to be Elvis for a day. (left), from Latham He had a very cool life.” - Cookie Turner (left), from Granville
“Bono. He’s charitable.” LouWanna Katz (right), from California “Gwen Stefani. She’s charitable as well.” - Susan Moses (left), from California
“Jimmy Stewart. I loved It’s A Wonderful Life.” - Dave Wenrich (left), from Orlando, Florida “Charlize Theron. She’s tall and beautiful.” - Kim Wenrich (right), from Orlando, Florida
“Oprah. Not just because of the money, but because of her spirit. - Donna Leake (left), from Long Island “Kate Hudson. She’s very healthy and joyful.” - Julie Sawchuk (right), from Long Island
“Margot Robbie.” - Maggie Pokalsky, from Saratoga
“Luke Bryan!” - Rachel Schmatz (left), from Dallas, Texas and Amy Speanburg (right), from Saratoga
“Blake Lively.” - Carley Barnes (right), from Saratoga “Ghandi.” - Diana Barnes (left), from Saratoga
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Military Appreciation Day at Saratoga Race Course
Wednesday, August 3
Saratoga Springs’ New York State Military Museum. Front: Dave Wallingford, Colleen Maheux, Rober Kazalski. Back: Roy McDonald, Lou Schneider. Photo by MarkBolles.com
New York Racing Association CEO and President Chris Kay is joined by numerous generations of veterans who have defended the United States from World War II through the present era, in the winner’s circle following the day’s third race named in honor of Military Appreciation Day at Saratoga Race Course on Wednesday, August 3. Photo courtesy of the New York Racing Association, Inc.
The Racing City Chorus performs the National Anthem in celebration of Military Appreciation Day at Saratoga Race Course on Wednesday, August 3, during a ceremony to honor service members and veteran employees of the New York Racing Association. Photo courtesy of the New York Racing Association, Inc.
World War II veteran Private First Class Allan Atwell rings the bell in the winner’s circle seven times at 17 minutes to post before the day’s third race in honor of Military Appreciation Day at Saratoga Race Course on Wednesday, August 3. The ringing of the bell at Saratoga signifies the horses entering the paddock. Private First Class Atwell celebrated his 91st birthday at Saratoga Race Course on Wednesday. Photo courtesy of the New York Racing Association, Inc.
Local VFW post 420: Wayne Rodier (Army), Harold Patchen (Air Force), Gene Ratigliano (Navy), Marie King (Auxiliary – husband in Air Force). Photo by MarkBolles.com.
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Saratoga Springs Welcomes New Equine Hospital
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital held its grand opening ceremony and open house on Sunday, July 31.
The practice is based out of Kentucky, and is one of the top two equine veterinary hospitals in the U.S. The facility will be remodeled with an
upgraded radiology unit and two new surgery suites. The Saratoga Equine Veterinary formerly occupied the facility, located at 63 Henning Road.
Body of Amsterdam Boater Found in Sacandaga Lake EDINBURG — The 18-yearold boater who went missing in the Great Sacandaga Lake has been identified and pronounced dead from an accidental drowning as of Sunday, July 31. The Saratoga County Sheriff ’s dive team found the body of Sean Craig, 18, of Amsterdam in 25 feet of water, 350-400 feet from the dock behind the I-GO-INN
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restaurant. A 911 call was received about a vacant boat circling the lake 50 feet from the dock on Saturday, July 30, which prompted a search for the missing operator of the boat. Police say that Craig was at the I-GO-INN restaurant prior to getting into his family’s pontoon boat. It is unknown if Craig consumed alcohol while at the restaurant,
and toxicology results are pending. The Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office and the State Police dive teams used a methodical grid search with sonar on the bottom of their boats to locate Craig’s body. The investigation is ongoing, and police are questioning those at the I-GO-INN restaurant while working on gathering surveillance.
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Brown’s Beach Reopens
STILLWATER — Brown’s Beach has received permission from the Department of Health to reopen to swimmers as of Thursday, July 28. After the recent E-coli contamination was determined to be caused by large quantities of birds at the beach, rather than the sewage spill that occurred on Thursday, July 4, a sound system was installed to scare away the birds, which imitates the sounds of predator calls and seagull distress every 20 minutes. An ultrasonic bird repellent called Bird X was also used in ridding the area of the birds.
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Saratoga County Horse Farms Open House
SARATOGA COUNTY — Five local horse farms held open house tours on Saturday, July 30, sponsored by the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors and the New York Thoroughbred Breeder Association. Farms including Heading for Home Racehorse Retraining and Adoption Center in Saratoga Springs, Nipper Knolls Equine Center in Gansevoort, Saratoga Glen Farm in Schuylerville, McMahon Thoroughbreds in Saratoga Springs, and Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital in Saratoga
Springs opened their doors to the public, where visitors were able to meet the owners and horses and also take part in the farms’ educational opportunities. Heading for Home educated their guests about their equine assisted counseling program with retired racehorses and their partnership with ECS Psychological Services in Saratoga Springs at their open house. They also offered fun activities for children, such as face painting and horseshoe painting.
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COURTS: Novia N. Lagrave, 36, of Schoharie was sentenced on Tuesday, July 26 to two to four years in federal prison to run concurrent, after pleading guilty to the felony charge of identity theft in the second degree. WIlliam J. Powers, 60, of Ballston Spa was arraigned on Tuesday, July 26 on 12 counts each of the felony charges of promoting a sexual performance of a child and possessing a sexual performance by a child. Joshua L. Hunt, 25, of Victory was arraigned on Tuesday, July 26 on the felony charges of aggravated driving while intoxicated, two counts of driving while intoxicated, and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the first degree, and the misdemeanor charges of aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the second degree, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the third degree, and circumvention of an interlock device. Robert L. Johnson, 30, of Hudson Falls pled on Wednesday, July 27 to the felony charge of grand larceny in the fourth degree. Sentencing is scheduled for September 28. Jacob T. Beddow, 19, of Johnstown was sentenced on Wednesday, July 27 to eight years in prison followed by five years postrelease supervision, after pleading guilty to the felony charge of burglary in the second degree. Robert J. Daniels, 42, of Schenectady pled on Wednesday, July 27 to the felony charge of criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree. Sentencing is scheduled for September 7. Robert J. Woodcock, 38, of Gansevoort pled on Friday, July 29 to the felony charge of aggravated driving while intoxicated with a child. Sentencing is scheduled for October 6. Jordan A. Russell, 21, of Mayfield was sentenced on Friday, July 29 to two to six years in prison, after pleading guilty to the felony charge of burglary in the third degree.
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Sahib M. Braan, 25, of Brooklyn was sentenced on Friday, July 29 to nine months in prison, after pleading guilty to the felony charge of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fifth degree.
screening test, leaving the scene of an automobile accident, and the felony charges of driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC of more than .08 of one percent, and aggravated driving while intoxicated.
Donald J. McKittrick, 44, of Fort Edward pled on Monday, August 1 to the felony charge of driving while intoxicated. Sentencing is scheduled for September 26.
Adam D. Alden, 26, of Middle Grove was arrested Thursday, July 28 and charged with unlawful possession of marijuana.
Jeffrey W. Baker, 54, of Wilton pled on Monday, August 1 to the felony charge of driving while intoxicated. Sentencing is scheduled for September 26. Stephen M. Beatty, 22, of Clifton Park was sentenced on Monday, August 1 to two to four years in prison, after pleading guilty to the felony charge of burglary in the third degree. Mark E. Shifflett, of Winchester, VA pled on Monday, August 1 to the felony charge of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fourth degree. Sentencing is scheduled for September 26.
ARRESTS: James G. Trainosky, 51, of Saratoga Springs was arrested Monday, July 25 and charged with an open container. Shawn L. Whitman, 39, of Saratoga Springs was arrested Tuesday, July 26 and charged with petit larceny. Shayne M. Richardson, 23, of Saratoga Springs was arrested Tuesday, July 26 and charged with the felony charges of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fourth degree and criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third degree, and the misdemeanor charges of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the second degree and criminal use of drug paraphernalia in the second degree. Andrea N. lamacchia, 37, of Buffalo was arrested Wednesday, July 27 and charged with driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC of more than .08 of one percent, and two equipment violations. Jayme L. Laque, 36, of Ballston Spa was arrested Wednesday, July 27 and charged refusing the pre
Timothy R. Iannon, 26, of Ballston Spa was arrested Thursday, July 28 and charged with driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC of more than .08 of one percent, refusing the pre-screening test, and failing to signal a turn. Maureen M. Cassidy, 56, of Clifton Park was arrested Thursday, July 28 and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the second degree and an unsafe lane change. Zachery D. Guinard, 24 was arrested Thursday, July 28 and charged with containment of companion animals in a vehicle in extreme heat.
Joseph J. Deschenes, 45, of Saratoga Springs was arrested Thursday, July 28 and charged with disorderly conduct. Shawn M. Johnson, 34, of Saratoga Springs was arrested Thursday, July 28 and charged with an open container. Michael J. Lewis, 36, of Saratoga Springs and Jeremy M. Depasquale, 36, of Colonie were arrested Thursday, July 28 and each charged with one count of assault in the third degree. John L. Schiavo, 22, of Glenville was arrested Thursday, July 28 and charged with following a motor vehicle too closely and aggravated unlicensed
operation of a motor vehicle in the third degree. Amy D. Krogmann, 43, of Gansevoort was arrested Friday, July 29 and charged with failing to stop at a stop sign, driving with a BAC of more than .08 of one percent, and driving while intoxicated. Todd A. McClendon, 33, of Saratoga Springs was arrested Friday, July 29 and charged with improper lane use and the felony charges of driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC of more than .08 of one percent, and aggravated driving while intoxicated.
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Alice Goldsmith SARATOGA SPRINGS — Alice Goldsmith, born on March 7, 1920, passed away peacefully at her home on August 2, 2016 surrounded by her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. The only child of Oscar and Sari Rosenfeld, she led a full and fascinating life. Born in Budapest, Hungary, she and her family lived in Budapest and in Dresden, Germany before finally settling in Nice, France in the early 1930s. The Rosenfeld family chose to remain in Nice, a city the family loved, even as the Nazi occupation of France during the Second World War expanded into the southern and southeastern part of the country. Unable to leave Nice by the time the Nazis occupied the city, Alice and her parents spent nearly a year in hiding, fed and protected by friends and employees of Gaby-Alice Couture, her mother’s business in Nice and Vichy, France. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at Congregation Shaara Tfille, 84 Weibel Avenue in Saratoga Springs. Burial followed at the Jewish Community Center Cemetery adjacent to the synagogue. The family would like to thank her loving caregivers, Mary Jenks, Colleen Mattison, Lenai Mosier, Darlene Smith, Destiny Smith, Rose Travis and Dr. Angela Condy, Dr, Desmond DelGiacco, Dr.David Mastrianni and Kelli Foley, Beth Kmen and the wonderful staff at Community Hospice. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Alice Goldsmith’s name may be made to Congregation Shaara Tfille, 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 and Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Tunison Funeral Home 105 Lake Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.Online remembrances can be made at www.tunisonfuneralhome.com
retire. A graveside service, with military honors, took place on Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery on Duell Rd. in the town of Stillwater. Memorial donations in Carl’s memory may be made to the Charles R. Wood Cancer Center 100 Park St., Glens Falls, NY 12801 Online condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net
Carrie Lee Baker NORTHVILLE — Carrie Lee Baker, 55, passed away Monday, August 1, 2016 after a long illness at St. Mary’s Hospital in Amsterdam. Born September 13, 1960 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of James and Dian Smero Coleman of Hadley. Carrie was a 1978 graduate of Saratoga Springs High School. She worked as a waitress and baker at Winslow’s Diner in Wilton. She was predeceased by her brothers James and Timothy Coleman. In addition to her parents, Carrie is survived by her children, Eva Boivin of Flager Beach, Florida and Timothy Baker of Wilton. There will be no calling hours. Graveside services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, August 5, 2016 at Greenfield Cemetery, Wilton-Greenfield Road. Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke and Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway in Saratoga Springs. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefunerlahome.com.
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Cheryl M. Gold
SARATOGA SPRINGS/GLENS FALLS — Carl W. Beane, 61, of Glens Falls, passed away at home after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on June 22, 1955, in Burlington, VT, he was the son of Carl J. Beane and the late Patricia (Spear) Beane. Carl served in the United States Air Force where he was a Sargent with the Military Police from 1973-1977. He is married to his beloved wife, Marsha Rich-Beane. Carl worked for Jerry Robusto Construction in Saratoga and JP Morgan Fire Restoration in Ballston Lake and Valued Homes in South Glens Falls where he worked till illness forced him to
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Cheryl M. Gold, aged 71, died at home on Saturday, July 30, 2016. Born in Bakersfield, California, Cheryl was the daughter of Don G. and Genevieve K. Magruder. She received her B.A. in American History from the University of Colorado, did graduate study in anthropology at UCLA and received her M.A. in museum studies from the Cooperstown Graduate Program of the New York State Historical Association and State University College at Oneonta. In 1968 she married James P. Gold, who she met in graduate school. Cheryl concluded her professional career as Assistant Regional Director of the Saratoga/ Capital Region of State Parks, where she had responsibility for 17 state parks and historic sites and many regional management duties, including budget, personnel, concessions, engineering,
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Week of August 5 – August 11, 2016 land acquisition, restoration, and interpretive services. In recognition of her contributions to State Parks, she received the Maple Leaf Award from her park and site management peers and the L.L. Huttleston “Special Achievement” Award from State Parks’ Commissioner. Cheryl and her husband appreciated the care and guidance she received throughout her long illness from Dr. Daniel Eldredge of Saratoga Family Physicians, Dr. Dzintra Celmins of the Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center of Albany Medical Center, Dr. David Mastrianni of Saratoga Hospital Hematology/Oncology, Dr. Alex Frank of Saratoga Hospital Radiation Oncology Center, and their staff. They appreciated the care she received from Community Hospice and were especially grateful for the kindness of many friends. Cheryl is survived by her best friend and husband, Jim; fellow puzzle enthusiast and brother-in-law, Jon of Montgomery Village, Maryland; cousins on the west coast; and her Abyssinian cat Callie. It was Cheryl’s wish that there be no memorial service. Friends are invited to a reception at their home at 199 Woodlawn Avenue, Saratoga Springs on Sunday, August 14, 2016 from 2 to 5 p.m. Donations in Cheryl’s memory may be made to the endowment funds of the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation, 112 Spring Street, and the Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
Donald Taylor GREENFIELD CENTER — Donald Raymond Taylor, 64, of Route 9N, passed away Friday evening, July 29, 2016 at his residence. Born on December 18, 1951 to Donald and Alice (Steiger) Taylor in Mineola, the family moved to Greenfield when he was a teenager and Don served in the US Navy from 1971 to 1973. He retired from the NY Office of Court Administration in 2007 and then began driving school bus in his spare time. He loved spending the summer traveling between New York and his camp in Delaware, with his forever love, Wendy (King) Taylor and they were blissfully married for 42 years. His favorite activities were surf fishing at the beach and spending time with his grandchildren, Hailie Gardner and Wyatt Gardner. Donald was a wonderful father and supportive of his only child, Erin Gardner and her husband, Matt Gardner. In addition to his wife and daughter, survivors include his baby brother Robert Taylor and his partner Leo of Millonockett, Maine. A brave soul who fought hard until the end, Donald’s family would like to thank C.R. Wood Cancer Center, Dr. Pillimer, Gentivia Health Care and Hospice for all that they have done. Relatives and friends gathered on Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016
Week of August 5 – August 11, 2016 at the William J. Burke and Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family in Greenfield Cemetery. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
Herman Joseph Miklitsch BALLSTON SPA — Herman Joseph Miklitsch, 80, passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2016 at St. Peter’s Hospital after a brief illness. Born in Kocevje, Slovenia on March 18, 1936, Herman was the son of Terese and Frederick Miklitsch. He was a graduate of Bryant High School in Queens, NY, and worked as a machinist at MicroBoring, as an electrician at MSBA, both in Uniondale, NY. Herman lived with his family in Levittown, NY, until retiring and moving to Millerton, NY, Copake, NY and later to Malta, NY. Herman was an avid gardener and loved growing flowers and produce. He loved electronics and technology throughout his life, starting with CB and shortwave radio and, more recently, his iPads and computers. A lifelong Yankees fan, Herman loved watching his team on TV every summer. Most of all, Herman loved spending time with his wife, his three children, and his five grandchildren. Herman is survived by his wife of 58 years, Viloa Hublitz Miklitsch; his children Theresa (Michael) Kinstrey of Malta, Thomas (Deborah) Miklitsch of Milton and Ellen Ares of Ballston Lake; his grandchildren Thomas, Kristen, Isabella, Jonathan and Christopher. He is predeceased by his brother Emil Miklitsch, his sister-in-law Sr. Ellen I. Hublitz, OP, his brother-in-law George R. Hublitz, his nephews Kenneth Hublitz and Mark Miklitsch and his niece Dawn Miklitsch. Friends and relatives paid their respects on Sunday, July 31, 2016 at the William J. Burke and Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway in Saratoga Springs. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Monday, August 1, 2016 in St. Mary’s Church, 167 Milton Avenue in Ballston Spa by Fr. Francis Vivacqua. Burial followed in the family plot at St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave. in Saratoga Springs.
Joan F. Snyder SARATOGA SPRINGS — Joan F. Snyder, 86, passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at Wesley Health Care Center. Born on Jan. 22, 1930 in Saratoga Springs, she was the daughter of the late Louis J. Farone, Sr. and Margaret E. (Hickock) Farone. Joan was a lifelong area resident and she and her husband, Joseph D. Snyder, Sr. owned and operated Morning Star Farms, a horse farm, in Saratoga Springs. Joan loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Joseph; her son Gregory and her two sisters, Louise Blanch and Constance Farone. Survivors include her children Joseph, Jr., Jeffrey and Margaret all of Saratoga Springs; brother Louis (Margaret) Farone, Jr. also of Saratoga Springs, grandchildren Jenna Snyder, Nicole Smith and Brad Snyder; 2 great-grandchildren Lila Smith and Grant Snyder as well as several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m., Friday, Aug. 5, 2016 at the William J. Burke and Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway in Saratoga Springs. A graveside service and burial will follow in the family plot at
OBITUARIES 7 St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave. in Saratoga Springs. The family wishes to thank Dr. Desmond DelGiacco for his many years of compassionate care for Joan. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joan’s memory to the Marylou Whitney and Desmond DelGiacco, MD Intensive Care Unit, Saratoga Hospital, 211 Church St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefueralhome.com.
Leith Loffredo SARATOGA SPRINGS — Leith Loffredo, 39, passed away unexpectedly from a pulmonary embolism on Friday, July 29, 2016 at Saratoga Hospital, with his loving family and friends by his side. Leith was born in Niskayuna on April 11, 1977. In his early years, Leith participated in Saratoga’s youth hockey and Pop Warner programs. He graduated from Saratoga Springs High School in 1996 and proudly wore number 76 for his high school football team, where he was an all-state, two-way tackle for the Blue Streaks. After high school, he attended SUNY ACC and SCCC. He was employed by General Electric in Schenectady for many years. Leith enjoyed playing semi-professional football for both the Amsterdam Zephyrs and, most recently, the Troy Fighting Irish. Additionally, he coached many youth football teams in the area. Among his varied interests were fishing, cooking, playing with those who knew him as “Uncle Big Guy,” and spending time with his family and friends, especially in the Adirondack Mountains. Leith is survived by his wife, Keri Loffredo, his step-daughter, Bianca Rogers, his parents, Peggy and Ronald Loffredo of Saratoga Springs, his siblings Bethany and Todd Loffredo of Princeton, NJ, his grandmother, Virginia O’Neill of Tupper Lake, his in-laws, Melanie and Michael Conners, Keri’s sister and her husband, Amy and Luke Westfall, and their children, Reese and Carson, and countless adoring aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He is preceded in death by his cousin, Stephen Loffredo, grandmother, Lucie Loffredo, and grandfather, Robert S. O’Neill. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Saratoga Springs Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road in Saratoga Springs on Friday, August 5, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, 3 Oakland Avenue, Menands, NY 12204 or the Saratoga Springs High School Football Booster Club JoAnn O’Reiley, 112 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke and Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Online remembrances may be made at www. burkefunerlahome.com.
Margaret Tomkinson SARATOGA SPRINGS — Margaret (Peg) Louise Tomkinson (Richards), age 83, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, July 29, 2016
surrounded by her family, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Peg was born on February 14, 1933 to parents Nyssa Corrine Richards (Ford) and Donald Richards in Crisfield, MD. She grew up on the Maryland Eastern shore in the town of Princess Anne; graduating from Princess Anne High School in 1951 and went on to graduate from Salisbury State Teacher’s College in 1955 with a B.A. in Childhood Education. She married Charles Richard (Dick) Tomkinson in 1958 and they moved to Saratoga Springs. Together they ran the Normandie Hotel located on North Broadway in the 1960s. Peg was a teacher in the Ballston Spa School System, first at Malta Avenue and then as a second grade teacher at Wood Road until her retirement in 1995. Peg was a member of the United Methodist Church and sang in the choir for many years. She enjoyed playing the piano, dancing, bowling, and playing bridge. She is survived by her daughter Marlou Church Gregory (Tomkinson) and her husband John of Valley Forge, PA; her daughter Susan J. Flynn (Tomkinson) and her husband Kevin and daughters Nyssa Corrine and Abby Correll LaClair of Massena, NY; and son Joseph Richard Tomkinson and wife Lisa Tomkinson (Mehan) and their son Palmer William Tomkinson of Saratoga Springs. Margaret was predeceased by her husband C. Richard Tomkinson in 1993; her parents, her sister Emma Bennett (Richards) and brother Charles Thomas Richards. Visitation will be at 9 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 5, 2015 at the United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Ave. at Henning Rd. in Saratoga Springs and a funeral service will follow at 10 a.m. Burial will be in the family plot at Greenridge Cemetery, Lincoln Ave., also in Saratoga Springs. The family would like to heartfully thank family and friends for their support during Peg’s long illness, with special thanks to Community Hospice of Saratoga during her final days. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke and Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
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Week of August 5 – August 11, 2016
The Fabulous Baker Boys, and Girls, and… Saturday, August 20 at Fort Hardy Park Baker Family to hold 152nd Reunion August 13 in Malta Cardboard Boat Races in Schuylerville!
SCHUYLERVILLE — Ahoy there! It’s time once again to break out the cardboard and duct tape for the 12th Annual Hudson Crossing Park Cardboard Boat Races, which will be held on Saturday, August 20, 2016 at Fort Hardy Park Beach on Route 29 in Schuylerville (raindate: August 21). The beach opens at 8 a.m. for boat construction; races begin at 1 p.m. This year’s theme is “Pirates on the Hudson.” Buccaneers and their mateys can preregister for races by linking to http://www.nightowlproductsandservices.com/forms/Boat%20 Registration%202016/. Online registration ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, August 18. After that time, racers can register in-person at the event
between 8 and 11:30 a.m. Participants can choose from several races, including those for boats made from recycled materials, kids-only races and races for boats built on-site and even one whose winner has the most sailors in one vessel — a vessel that remains afloat, that is! For media coverage, the best photo and video opportunities occur between noon and 2 p.m. — during boat construction, races across the river and, alas, pirates and land lubbers sinking their vessels. Registration is $5 per sailor and $5 per race. The event is free for spectators. For more information, please link to www.hudsoncrossingpark.org.
Mildred Reed (oldest attendee in 2015) and Abigail Clough (youngest attendee in 2015)
MALTA — The Baker Family Reunion has a recipe for success; in fact it’s creating a whole cookbook! When the 152nd Baker Family Reunion is held, two things will be exactly the same as at every Reunion since 1865: Family and food. Every year, the descendants of James and Ruth Post Baker have brought a dish to share. In recent years it has ranged from infinite varieties of baked beans, to madefrom-scratch lasagna, to salads, to outrageous desserts. So, after a century and a
half, it just seemed sensible to compile a cookbook of Baker Family recipes. The 2016 Baker Family Reunion will be held at the Malta Community Park on Plains Road in Malta, Saturday, August 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Baker Family Historian Maria Carr reports that the Baker Family Reunion cookbook is well underway, but “more recipes are needed.” Carr said the recipes can be ones “brought to a Baker Reunion, one that you have every Thanksgiving for your family get together, one that has been passed down through the generations or just one that is damned good and your family enjoys.” Carr and the Baker Family Reunion Committee, led by President Judy Farnan-Farago, want the cookbook to include any available history behind the recipes such as: Who created them, as well as any family traditions connected with the recipes. All recipe donors will be credited in the cookbook, unless they specify otherwise.
Donors may send as many recipes as they wish to Maria Carr, either by email at bakerreunion@roadrunner.com; or by mail to 1 Hill Road RFD, Interlaken, MA 01266. The Malta Community Park meeting area is under a covered pavilion, right next to a children’s play area. The site is fully accessible and there are full restroom facilities. There is ample parking. Baker cousins are encouraged to bring a dish to share and the recipe for it. Hot dogs, hamburgers and cold drinks will be provided along with plates, forks and napkins, photos, videos, memorabilia and news of the family. Not sure if you are a cousin? Then show up with a dish to share and Historian Maria Carr will help you discover your connection! For further information, call Baker Family Reunion President Joe Cutshall-King at 518-692-9505 or email bakerreunion@roadrunner.com
Week of August 5 – August 11, 2016
Itemization, Please At Tuesday’s, August 2, 2106, City Council meeting, Mayor Yepsen asked the council to approve a letter of engagement from Harris Beach Law Firm for its representation of her before the City’s Ethics Board. The City Charter (section 4.4.13 Payments Prohibited) requires that Council members seek prior approval before incurring liabilities for which the city will be responsible. Her engagement letter was dated May 2016 and included an hourly rate of $230.00 per hour. It is most unfortunate that Mayor Yepsen waited until August to seek Council approval of this engagement and thus provided the council with an invoice that totaled $12,340.00 – which calculates to approximately 54 hours of work. It places the members of the Council, especially the Commissioner of Finance who is required under law to “promulgate Finance Policy and Procedures,” in an extremely awkward situation as this request asks us to violate our City Charter and Finance Policy. Additionally, this taxpayer expense seems excessive for such a basic and non-legal matter. Essentially the Mayor asked the taxpayers to pay for her rebuttal to a non-binding Advisory Opinion from the Ethics Board that found “as a matter of law” the Mayor violated section 13.3.I of the City’s Ethics Code. It also begs the
question for a more detailed itemized invoice. Commissioner Mathiesen requested we forward the Harris Beach invoice to the NYS Bar Association for review of excessive hourly billing. However, since neither the Council nor the public received an itemized invoice, the Council has no way of knowing what the Mayor asked Harris Beach to do for those 54 hours. The Mayor had plenty of time to present a contract to the Council, at least 3 months, as Harris Beach presented the Mayor with the contract in May. With Council guidance and approval, we could have requested a stronger contract, better rates, and included a clause not to expend beyond a certain amount, or denied the contract from the beginning – all of which are standard practice. Instead, the Mayor unilaterally signed the contract without proper approvals and presented the City taxpayers with an un-itemized liability for $12,340.00. The invoice was approved 3-2. However, before paying this invoice on behalf of the taxpayer, it is only fair the Council and public receive an itemized invoice for services requested by Mayor Yepsen and rendered by Harris Beach. Michele Madigan Commissioner of Finance City of Saratoga Springs
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Let’s Make it Happen Pitney Farm Event
On Sunday, August 7, a party will be held at the Pitney Farm at 223 West Ave in Saratoga Springs from 4 to 7 p.m. The event is being organized by Board members Paul and Sandy Arnold to show more about the farm and programs planned for the Pitney Meadows Community Farm. There will be live music by Drank the Gold, walking tours of the historic barns, as well as information about the
proposed site plan and ways everyone can get involved in this great future agricultural resource project in the city of Saratoga Springs. The price is $35 for adults, $10 for children 12 and under. The catering is provided by Farmhouse Food featuring Hors d’oeuvres created from seasonal products from area farms, along with local drinks from Saratoga Winery, Saratoga Apple,
and Druthers Brewery. Walking tours of the historic farm, that has been owned by the Pitney family since the mid 1800’s, will be given at 4:30 and 6 p.m., and the proposed site plan will be on display for the Pitney Meadows Community Farm project, along with an update on its progress. The event is handicapped accessible and people can come anytime between 4 and 7 p.m. For further information on the event and registering, visit: www. pitneymeadows.org/events or email: contact@pitneymeadows.org or call 518-290-0008. Sandy and Paul Arnold Pitney Meadows Community Farm, Inc Saratoga Springs
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Week of August 5 – August 11, 2016
A Bridge Too Far? NYS DOT Deliberating Fate of Nelson Ave. Ext. Bridge Continued from front page.
more dangerous routes, such as Kaydeross Avenue East. The petition also cited the many new real estate developments that have been built on the east side of the Northway and the negative impact the bridge closure would have, on both increased traffic congestion in rural areas where residents live with the expectation of privacy, as well as on future sales of homes in the area. Small local businesses and farms would feel the economic effects of the bridge closure, and people in the Saratoga Springs community who use the bridge to travel to these farms and businesses may discontinue their patronage of those businesses if the bridge is removed. Balet-Height noted in her petition, “For more than 70 years, residents of Saratoga Springs and Malta have travelled between the two municipalities for both social and business reasons. If the bridge closes, people who use
this extension to dine and shop in these respective cities may switch their business to a more convenient locale – resulting in lost sales for many of our businesses.” The Nelson Avenue Extension bridge has also been an historically popular route for cyclists, runners and walkers, who use it to access locations such as Malta Avenue Extension and Rowley Road. The lighter automobile traffic on the bridge makes it a much more attractive alternative for athletes and sports enthusiasts, and it has been the designated route for annual fundraising rides/walks such as the Tour De Cure, the Team Billy Ride and Walk for Research and for local cycling clubs who use the route on their weekly group rides. The petition also mentioned the fact that many horse farms are located on the east side of the Northway. The increased time it would take for horse owners, trainers and staff to travel between their farms and the racetrack will add to the traffic on other, more
rural routes and increase travel time to the track. In a recent phone interview, Saratoga County Supervisor, Matthew Veitch said he planned to write a letter to the DOT, urging them not to demolish the bridge. “This is an extremely important route for cars, cyclists, and walkers,” he said. He referred to Kaydeross Avenue East, the alternative route people would be forced to use, as “far less safe and more difficult to get through,” noting that it would cause a public safety issue for both residents along that route as well as for motorists, cyclists, and walkers. Kaydeross Avenue Extension is
a much narrower road with no shoulder for walkers or cyclists. He went on to stress that the existing route is vital when responding to Malta medical emergencies. When contacted by phone, Bryan Viggiani, Public Information Officer for the DOT, said that “Absolutely no decisions have been made at this time.” His office released a statement, noting that, “The DOT is having conversations with elected leaders and studying all options.” The statement also said that, “While safe to the traveling public, the bridge is approaching the end of its useful life and becoming more costly to maintain. The
estimated cost to replace the Nelson Avenue Extension bridge is $5.5 million. That does not include future maintenance costs after a new bridge is built and opened. As bridges age and are in need of greater service and possible replacement, we perform due diligence in studying all options as responsible stewards of the taxpayers’ money.” Viggiani said that they would hold a meeting sometime in the fall that will be open to the public to continue discussion about the bridge’s future. No decision will be reached before then. The date of the meeting has yet to be determined.
Local Sextortion Case Results in Teen Rape Free Online Safety Training Available Through NCMEC by Norra Reyes Saratoga TODAY BALLSTON SPA — According to the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s office, Marshall G. Gaudet (29) of Malta was arrested on July 21 following the investigation of a reported forcible rape to a 16-year-old female victim. Saratoga County Sheriff Michael Zurlo confirmed it began as a sextortion case. “He was conversing with females on Facebook under a false identity,” said Zurlo. “This came to light because this girl had enough courage to tell us what took place and we took immediate action.”
Gaudet is alleged to have befriended the victim through Facebook, convinced her to send him explicit photos of herself, and then threatened to release those photos onto the internet unless she agreed to meet him. Upon meeting up with Marshall, it is alleged that he brought her back to his residence where he forcibly raped her. He then threatened to again release those photos if the victim ever contacted the police. At the time Marshall was arrested, he appeared to be in conversation chats with multiple other youthful females on his computer. Any persons with knowledge or similar experiences are asked to please contact this office. The investigation, led by Investigator Matthew Robinson, into Gaudet is ongoing. “It’s happening everywhere and lots of it,” said John Kelly, former education coordinator with the Capital Region office of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) located in Saratoga Springs on Ballston Avenue. “It’s underreported because kids are scared and not telling their parents.” His role at NCMEC was to provide free training through school districts and law
Marshall G. Gaudet has been arrested in a sextortion/rape case of a local 16-year-old girl. Photo provided.
enforcement agencies to children, parents, educators and law enforcement personnel about social media safety and identifying online predators. “The number one thing kids should know to do is to find a trusted adult in their life,” said Kelly. “They aren’t telling their parents because guess who is paying the bill and controlling the devices? Kids are afraid of losing the devices or being blamed for what’s happening to them. The person online is telling them that no one is going to believe you. Well, there’s one person kids always know will believe them, and it could be your coach, your teacher, a favorite aunt – I heard a lot of Continued on page 11.
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Local Sextortion Case Results in Teen Rape Free Online Safety Training Available Through NCMEC Continued from page 10.
kids say, ‘My friend’s mom. I like her, she’s really cool.’” NCMEC recently released a public service announcement video to help people understand sextortion and how it is becoming an epidemic. The video can be viewed at www.missingkids. org/Sextortion. “This girl is so brave, she has potentially helped save 20 other kids who were too afraid to speak up and have been victimized,” said Kelly. “It takes one person to be brave enough to say something, to not cave to the intimidation or feelings of embarrassment or shame.” To combat this, NCMEC has a CyberTipline (1-800-8435678) for reporting anything suspicious. The NCMEC website (missingkids.org) includes tips for parents as well as ageappropriate tips for kids on online safety. Additionally, Kelly recommends making good use of the reporting mechanisms that Facebook, Snapchat and other social media provide. “A lot of times kids are young, naïve, and misled easily,” said Kelly. “They’ll tell me they live-Skype someone or FaceTime them to make sure they are real and not some creep. They think they are savvy but sometimes these creeps are more sophisticated than they are.” Sextortion is when online predators make contact with children through online gaming, Facebook or other innocent social networking sites. After the individuals make contact, they try to move communication into a private chat, then video chat, and then to graphic content and finally to meeting the child.
Kelly, a retired Saratoga Springs police officer and former DARE officer for the Saratoga Springs school district, is now the Law Enforcement Coordinator at the Saratoga Center for the Family, the local nonprofit also on Ballston Avenue that provides services to child victims and their families as well as law enforcement. “People want to know what human trafficking looks like,” said Kelly, “well, here it is. People confuse it with smuggling. It’s coercion. Many are runaways engaging in survival sex, but certainly there are plenty of kids meeting up with somebody like this (online). The 16-year-old in the Gaudet case would qualify for counseling and other services here (at the Saratoga Center for the Family) because she is a human trafficking victim.” The formal charges brought against Gaudet include: NYS Penal Law 130.05 Rape 1st degree – by force; NYS Penal Law 130.30 Rape 2nd degree – victim less than 17 years of age; NYS Penal Law 263.16 Possessing a Sexual Performance of a Child; and NYS Penal Law 135.60 Coercion 2nd degree. Marshall was brought before Judge Gottman and held in lieu of $10,000 cash or $20,000 bond. Further investigation revealed Gaudet to be in possession of child pornography resulting in the charge of Possessing a Sexual Performance of a Child.
“If you have young people,” said Zurlo, “parents definitely need to monitor what they are doing on Facebook.” “Find an adult,” said Kelly. “Keeping it a secret is not a good idea. And report to the CyberTipline. It is the number one place to report because NCMEC will feed that information straight to the agency where it belongs.” NCMEC resources are online and free to teachers, parents, and community members. The Capital Region office of The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children serves the children, families and professionals of the 11 counties of the Capital Region: Albany, Columbia, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Warren and Washington counties. The office provides abduction and sexual exploitation prevention education programs for parents, children, law enforcement, and other professionals; Netsmartz Internet and Real World safety education programs for children (grades K - 12) and parents, (including stateof-the-art “train the trainer” program for educators); and expert training for law enforcement and professionals serving missing and sexually exploited children and their families. For more information, visit NCMECNYCR.org.
Then NCMEC Community Educator and retired Saratoga Springs police officer John Kelly teaches students how to be safe at Malta Avenue Elementary in the Ballston Spa School District last year. Photo provided.
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Week of August 5 – August 11, 2016
Moser Means Business with Assembly Run by Eli King Saratoga TODAY MALTA — Brooklyn native and seasoned businessman, Gerard Moser, of Malta is forcing a September primary against his GOP-backed Republican opponent, Chris Boyark for New York State Assembly’s 113th district seat. The 49-year-old’s campaign for his inaugural run calls for ethical reform in Albany, starting with giving voters more communication and choices when it comes to elected officials. “Every time an official runs, and election comes around, I’d like to see a primary,” said Moser. “And that’s one of the reasons why I’m into this, and why I’m into the primary part of the process, because this way the voters have a choice. The voters can make a decision with two people and then move forward. When we don’t have that primary, we’ve lost that choice... the parties limit that choice.” After decades of working in the hospitality and managed services industries for companies like
Moser volunteering to teach Hunter Education classes for the Department of Environmental Conservation. The second amendment supporter holds the class a few times each year. Photo provided.
Compass Group and Aramark, the decision to venture into politics came two years ago, when Moser made an unsuccessful attempt to contact his Assemblyperson - a call that to this day, Moser says, has never been returned. “Having spent a lifetime in hospitality and healthcare, being connected with people is a very important part of my job and I always felt that is how representatives should be - connecting with the people and working for the people...and we don’t have that anymore...there’s no more sincerity.” As a result, Moser has
emphasized his success dealing with the public and being active in the community, saying it gives him a competitive advantage with an audience of voters who just want to be heard. His cell phone number is printed on marketing materials, and the candidate collected nearly 400 of the signatures needed to get on the ballot himself, so he could make personal connections. “If you get 20 signatures a day, you’re in good shape. June was a hot month,” he joked. Funding his campaign with personal finances and a few small donors, the upstart Republican
Moser volunteering to teach a firearm operation and safety class for women. Photo provided.
Moser delivering the announcement that he will be running in the primary for New York State Assembly, 113th District. Photo provided.
- who describes himself as more conservative than his opponent - is confident that he’s a serious contender for the seat. “Confident? Definitely,” Moser said. “I think we’re definitely leading the pack. I feel that my opponents are more concerned about me than they are each other.” The Saratoga County Republican Committee stands by their choice. “Chris Boyark was the overwhelming choice of the Saratoga County Republican Committee,” said Committee Chairman, John Herrick. “Gerard Moser received one single vote from just one committee
member. Chris Boyark represents the values of the residents of the 113th AD and will be a good representative of the people in Albany.” Moser says his top five priority issues include ethical reform, sustainable jobs, the SAFE Act, unfunded government mandates and education/Common CORE. A fundraiser for Moser will be held on Thursday, August 11 at the Saratoga Springs Knights of Columbus. The $20 tickets include homemade lasagna and dessert. For more information on the event and campaign, visit www.moserforassembly.com.
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Taxpayers to Foot Mayor’s $12k Bill Continued from front page.
human resources is looking into. The mayor put forth for a vote to the council a request asking the City to cover the $12,340 in legal fees she incurred with Harris Beach Attorneys at Law. She had incurred the fees to contest the ethics board’s findings that she violated section 13-3 (I) of the City’s Code of Ethics with her discussions with the Saratoga Hospital Foundation on a potential job contract with her personal business. Commissioner of Public Works Anthony “Skip” Scirocco asked outright, “Why should the City pay for it?” Commissioner of Public Safety Christian Mathiesen questioned whether a lawyer was even necessary given that there was no lawsuit and no criminal charges and why it took approximately 55 hours of legal work for such a simple task. “It occurred while I’m serving as a public official,” said Yepsen. “It was very confusing. This is my first time dealing with lawyers like this. I was given bad advice, my deputy left, and I went four weeks without a deputy.” Commissioner of Accounts John Franck added, “There is a 2007 precedent for this, plus action taken at the last council meeting of sending the resolution to JCOPE could set up legal needs, so the only mistake here is not first getting a purchase order.”
The council members’ discussion included concerns that the legal fees were a gross overcharge; that the mayor neglected to follow City Charter rules requiring her to submit the cost for approval before the cost was incurred; whether or not the services were for the office of mayor or for Yepsen’s personal business; whether lawyers were even necessary; and several other concerns. In the end, the vote was 3-2 for the City to pay the bill, with Madigan and Scirocco voting in the negative. Another ethics board ruling was accepted by the council, finding the mayor was not in violation of gifts regulations by asking NYRA to donate a Mayor’s Box to the City, because the request was for City use, not personal use. NYRA discontinued donating the $9,000 box in 2013. The meeting began with a second public hearing on changes to the Peddling and Vending Code. It will allow special event organizers to allow vendors to participate in a special event without incurring any extra fees for the event. Insurance language in the ordinance has been updated. As in the prior hearing, no one from the public spoke, and later in the agenda the measure passed. The public comment period included a request for the Charter Commission to post documents and links online so the public can better follow the meetings
that occur the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month. Concerns about the Nelson Avenue Bridge Extension, water fees, meeting rules, the Mayor’s censure, and a potentially dangerous intersection (Gilbert/ Weibel/Lake) were all raised. Compliments were expressed during the public comment period to the Parking Task Force members and to the Saratoga Springs Mounted Patrol. The parking task force recommendations included a suggestion to target revenues from parking fees to garage maintenance, roads and beautification. According to Madigan, that would be against State rules for municipal budgets, that funds cannot
be targeted in a separate line and must go to the “pot” first and then follow regular budget procedures. “Trust the budget process,” she said. She also raised a concern that appointees to a future parking board should be made by the department head governing the board, whether public works or public safety, than from the office of the mayor. With friendly amendments, the council voted to accept the recommendations of the task force, which is nonbinding and will help inform future parking discussions. Yepsen announced that news would be forthcoming regarding Code Blue, that there is potential for the shelter
as well as a drop-in center, but a commitment and details are under discussion and not ready for public announcement. In further business, the city is contracting Gar Associates to conduct a study of workforce, senior, special needs and mixed use housing to help inform housing future policymaking. The council voted to authorize the mayor to sign an intermunicipal agreement with the Saratoga Housing Authority for the Affordable Housing Study, and voted to accept the agreement between the City and Greenman Pedersen for the Ballston Avenue Traffic Improvement project.
DEC’s "CleanSweepNY" Collection SARATOGA COUNTY — DEC’s CleanSweepNY event collected 36,787 pounds of potentially harmful chemicals for proper disposal this spring in DEC’s Region 5 from 82 participants in an area focusing on Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Hamilton, Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties. The collection included 11,467 pounds of pesticides, 10,857 pounds of school chemicals, 7,672 pounds of paint, 6,785 pounds of motor oil and
other liquids, and 6 pounds of elemental mercury, as well as 143 mercury containing devices, and 285 aerosol containers. DOT hosted the collection events at its facilities in Plattsburgh and Hudson Falls. As part of the event, DEC arranged for an on-site collection of waste chemicals from one farm in the Town of Essex which had pesticide containers in poor condition and were unsafe to handle or transport. CleanSweepNY services are available to agricultural
and non-agricultural professional pesticide applicators, schools, and certain businesses which use pesticides such as golf courses, cemeteries and marinas. Registration and appointments are required in order to participate. Plans are underway for the next collection which will take place in the fall of 2016 in DEC’s Region 6. For more information on CleanSweepNY, visit www.cleansweepny.org or call toll free: 1-877-SWEEPNY (877-793-3769).
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Week of August 5 – August 11, 2016
GF Hospital Unveils $5M Snuggery Renovation GLENS FALLS — Glens Falls Hospital unveiled plans for a $5 million renovation of The Snuggery family-centered birthing unit, and announced a $250,000 donation for the project from The David S. and Janet R. Sheridan Foundation. The Glens Falls Hospital Foundation has now raised more than $600,000 toward its goal of $1.25 million in donations for the project. Stewart’s Shops and the Dake family previously made a $250,000 donation, and The Sandy Hill Foundation has contributed $100,000. The renovation of the 31-year-old unit — the setting for more than 40,000 births since its opening — will encompass: • a complete remodeling of all 22 patient rooms, with aesthetic improvements, individual room temperature controls, and redesigns to better accommodate
today’s technology and equipment, particularly those needed in emergency situations; • a relocation and expansion of the special care nursery, which serves premature and postmature infants, as well as others requiring special care; • the creation of a new family and friends waiting room, and renovation of the elevator lobby area; • the creation of a new nurses station; • a reconfiguration and renovation of the unit’s hallways to improve traffic flow and provide easier, faster travel between patient rooms and the Snuggery operating rooms when unplanned cesarean sections are necessary; • upgraded, energy-efficient lighting throughout the unit, including new patient room lighting specially designed for clinical settings.
The renovation work is scheduled to begin in early September, and will be performed in stages to minimize
disruption to patients and staff. It is expected to take approximately one year to complete. In recognition of The Sheridan
Foundation gift, the new special care nursery will be named for Mr. and Mrs. Sheridan. The renovated elevator lobby will be named for Stewart’s Shops and the Dake family. A variety of donor recognition opportunities are available for The Snuggery project. Families or businesses interested in these opportunities are asked to call the Glens Falls Hospital Foundation at (518) 926-5960. Donations for the future of The Snuggery can be made at www.glensfallshospital.com or by sending a check to Glens Falls Hospital Foundation, 126 South St., Glens Falls, NY 12801, Attn: The Snuggery.
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Week of August 5 – August 11, 2016
Saratoga Showcase of Homes Announces Website and Preview SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Builders Association recently announced the development and launch of its new website, www.saratogashowcaseofhomes.com. It has been completely redesigned for a significantly improved experience with many more features. The site is easy to use, visually appealing and mobile-friendly with an enhanced interactive Google map for driving directions and house locations. In addition, the 2016 Saratoga Showcase of Homes Committee confirmed this
year’s spectacular line-up of 16 of the region’s finest builders for the area’s premiere new home tour event. Celebrating 21 years of exceptional homes, this annual tradition will once again run over three beautiful fall weekends on September 17-18, 24-25 and October 1-2. The award-winning builders participating are: Amedore-Farone, Bella Home Builders, Barbera Homes, Belmonte Builders, Blitman Development, Bonacio Construction, Caruso Home Builders, Herbinger Homes,
Heritage Custom Builders, LaFemme Home Builders, Malta Development, McPadden Builders, Saratoga Builders, Terrace Homebuilders, Volpe Custom Homes and Witt Construction. In total, this will be a blockbuster year with 20 new home locations on display in Saratoga County. Tickets to visit all these homes are $20 and will be going on sale in mid-August. A special “Taste of Showcase” preview at 6 selected homes in close proximity to each other is scheduled for Friday,
September 16 from 5 to 10 p.m. featuring food samplings from area chefs along with local craft beer and wine tastings. The restaurants participating are: 15 Church, 2 West, Augie’s, Jacob and Anthony’s, Lake Ridge and Osteria Danny. There will be a limited number of tickets for this evening available and the cost is $25 each. The combination pack of this special Taste of Showcase Preview event and a regular Showcase of Homes ticket will be $40 each. Over the past 20 years,
this community event has contributed over $900,000 to two local charities. Proceeds from the Showcase of Homes benefit Rebuilding Together Saratoga County www.rebuildingtogethersaratoga.org and Habitat for Humanity of Northern Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties w w w. g l e ns f a l l s h abit at . org . For more details on the 2016 Saratoga Showcase of Homes event, visit www.saratogashowcaseofhomes.com. Follow us on FACEBOOK and our BLOG for all the updates!
Allegory Promotes Ingersoll
member of the internal team that branded and launched Allegory’s sister company and corporate culture survey system, CultureTalk. Ingersoll is the leader of the Saratoga Springs branch of HubSpot User Groups. She is also an active member of the Nazareth College Albany Alumni Chapter and is the volunteer marketing committee principal for Catholic Charities of Saratoga, Warren, and Washington Counties’ Saratoga Festival of Trees. Ingersoll earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Nazareth College of Rochester and a master’s degree in public relations from the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Syracuse University. For more information, visit www.allegorystudios.com.
marketing agency with headquarters based in Saratoga Springs, announced today that the leader of its Scottsdale, Arizona office has been nominated to serve on the board of directors for the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). Michelle Olson, APR, was nominated for the vacant Western District seat. Olson is one of eight new candidates selected by the PRSA nominating committee to fill vacancies on its executive committee and board of directors. The nominees will be presented for final approval at the PRSA International Conference in October. PRSA is the largest professional organization in the country dedicated to advocating for the public relations profession by offering its members training opportunities, setting industry standards and fostering best practices. “Michelle has cultivated an incredible reputation among her peers, a warm rapport with her clients and a genuine passion for furthering the public relations profession,” Ed Mitzen, Fingerpaint founder, said. “This nomination is wellearned and compounds the respect and success she has garnered over the years in the industry.” She previously served as president of the Phoenix Chapter of PRSA, holds the Accredited in Public Relations (APR) designation and is a past chair of Counselors Academy, a 400-member group within
PRSA reserved for public relations firm owners and leaders. She is also chair-elect of Arizona Forward, a statewide organization dedicated to elevating the discussion of environmental issues among business and government leaders. Fingerpaint is a marketing innovation agency with locations in Saratoga Springs, Scottsdale, Arizona, and Villanova, Pennsylvania. For more information, visit fingerpaintmarketing.com.
be sponsoring a Networking Breakfast on Tuesday, August 16, from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., hosted by Excelsior Therapeutics, 241 Milton Avenue in Ballston Spa. Massage therapy is more than a day at the spa. It is about living a healthy lifestyle. The benefits of regular massages include elevated mood, decreased pain and muscle tension, increased joint mobility, improved sleep and energy, and increased mind body connection. At Excelsior Therapeutics, owner Kendra Heeney and her staff of massage therapists create longlasting relationships with clients, helping them achieve their goals for their bodies. Cost for the breakfast is $5 with advance reservation or $10 that morning, both payable at the door. Business and community members are welcome; you do not need to be a BSBPA member to attend this event. Membership information will be available. The BSBPA sponsors networking breakfasts every month throughout the year at different locations in Ballston Spa. For more information or to RSVP, email info@ ballston.org. The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association, established in 1983, is a nonprofit organization committed to making the Village of Ballston Spa a great place to live, work and visit. To learn more, visit at www.ballston.org.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Allegory recently announced the promotion of Julia Ingersoll to Communications Manager. In this position, Ingersoll will manage brand, public relations, inbound marketing and copywriting projects. Since Ingersoll joined Allegory in 2013 as a Communications Specialist, she has demonstrated her acumen for communications working with Allegory leadership on more than 25 brand development projects as well as a number of website, content marketing, and public relations efforts. Some of Ingersoll’s notable projects at Allegory have included the Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs’ 50th anniversary celebration, the rebrand of Performance Industrial, public relations events and placement for American Natural Gas, and content marketing initiatives for CSArch and The LA Group. Ingersoll was also a key
Fingerpaint Leader Nominated for National PRSA Board Position
SARATOGA Fingerpaint,
SPRINGS — a full-service
Twin Bridges Orientation & Mixer BALLSTON SPA — The Twin Bridges Council of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce will host an Orientation and Mixer on Tuesday, August 9 at Carson’s Woodside Tavern, 57 New York 9P. Cost is $5. Take a break from track season and join us as we network overlooking Saratoga Lake. Immediately before the mixer, from 4 to 5 p.m., there will be an Orientation for all new and existing members looking to learn more about how they can maximize their Chamber investment. To register, visit Saratoga.org.
August Networking Breakfast in Ballston Spa BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association will
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EDUCATION
Week of August 5 – August 11, 2016
ESL on the Backstretch
by Maureen Werther Saratoga TODAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Latino Community Advocacy Program (LCAP) is an initiative created by Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council (EOC) in 2007. It provides members of the Spanish-speaking immigrant population in our community with much needed services and support, including education, translation and interpretation, performing tax services, and facilitating access to medical, legal and educational services. One of these educational services is the yearly English as a Second Language (ESL) training that takes place on the backstretch at Saratoga racetrack for any workers interested in learning how to speak English. Classes start up in May, when workers first arrive in the area, and they continue throughout the Meet and on into November.
The classes take place in the backstretch recreation hall during the early part of the Spring and then move outdoors to a large tent adjacent to it. The staff consists of four bilingual volunteer teachers and advocates from the EOC. Classes are held twice a week and last approximately two hours. One of the EOC advocates, Joan Odess, talked about the commitment the workers/ students make when they sign up for ESL classes, noting that they often work at least one other job, in addition to their jobs at the track. For people who rise every morning between 3 a.m. and 4 a.m. to work with the horses and then go on to work at their second jobs as dishwashers or valets, making time to learn English can often be very challenging. However, each year about 40 people sign up for the classes. They range from beginner to advanced and they are broken down into smaller
English class for backstretch workers. Photo by Maureen Werther.
groups to receive training based on their level of fluency. “For lots of these people, studying is a hurdle,” said Odess. “Many of them have never attended school beyond the sixth grade level, and they have never had an opportunity to develop the same kinds of study skills that we take for granted,” she added. The students are rightfully proud of their achievement and grateful for the opportunity. Juan Jose Gonzalez Valdez talked about how costly it is to take classes in his native Mexico, and he said that being able to understand and speak English helps him understand what his trainer wants him to do. He also said that it would help him with future work. Marco Antonio Perez from
Mexico and Giovani Quinillo from Guatemala are both first-time track workers who have also been unable to learn English in their own countries. They see this as a great opportunity for them and they plan to continue their studies when they return next year. For Julio Cesar Castro, this is his third year attending classes. He works at the track as a groom. According to Ana Gomez, another EOC Advocate, teacher and a graduate of ESL, Castro is also a talented artist. Castro agreed that he loves anything related to art. He also talked about how grateful he is to the EOC volunteers. He said that he never had to feel ashamed if he made a mistake during a class, and he talked about their kindness and support. “They are great friends
and great teachers, and I am so grateful to them,” Castro said in excellent English. These four young men are also participants in next week’s photographic art display and sale, “Vision,” an annual fundraising event to raise money for the EOC. At the start of each season, EOC offers a four-week photography course. Each student is given his or her own camera for use during the course and to keep at the end of the course. Photographs from the students will be on display and for sale at the Saratoga Race Course At The Rail Pavilion Tuesday, August 9, beginning at 5:30 p.m. This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend.
Week of August 5 – August 11, 2016
EDUCATION BRIEFS
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New Trucks for BOCES Students HUDSON FALLS — Four bright, shiny, red dump trucks were delivered to the two Career and Technical Education (CTE) centers; two were delivered to the Southern Adirondack Education Center in Hudson Falls and two were delivered to the F. Donald Myers Education Center in Saratoga Springs. The trucks play an important part in the training for students in the Heavy Equipment Maintenance and Operation, and Environmental Conservation and Forestry programs. In the Heavy Equipment program, students learn to operate, maintain, diagnose, and repair the trucks. While in the Conservation program, students learn about
equipment safety and operation. Students who complete either of these two-year programs have the opportunity to also get a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-B) certification. “That certification is very valuable,” said Dennis Flynn, the Environmental Conservation and Forestry instructor at the Myers Center. “It’s more important than ever that students get training on the most modern and up-to-date vehicles so that they can fill in the skills gaps that are occurring in the world of work.” Curt Stancliff, who represents the Western Star Manufacturing Company that produced the dump trucks, added “what I hear from trucking companies is that they cannot find qualified truck drivers.”
In addition to getting a CDL-B driver’s license, students completing the Heavy Equipment program qualify to work in a variety of fields including as an entry-level mechanic, or construction laborer. Students who continue their education would qualify to work as a truck repair shop mechanic, foreman, service writer or in dealership management. Students completing the Environmental Conservation and Forestry program, qualify to work in a variety of fields including entry-level positions in the forestry or arboriculture industry, as equipment operator, or laborer. With further education, they qualify for positions as a forester, arborist, environmental scientist or mechanical engineer.
Galway Cheerleading Camp GALWAY — Galway Cheerleaders will host a free cheerleading camp for all interested Galway students going into grades 7 through 12. The camp will take place Monday, August 8 to Wednesday, August 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the high school
gym. Students should bring water, snacks and a lunch. To register or for more information contact Coach Meg Signor at 518-881-6170.
Students Attend Summer Bridge Week BALLSTON SPA — P-TECH students in the Clean Technologies and Sustainable Industries Early College High School attended Summer Bridge programs in July. Students met with program staff, participated in community building activities, and met with mentors from business and industry partners including representatives from Applied Robotics, CISCO, GLOBALFOUNDRIES and Innovative Manufacturing Consultants. The ninth grade students collaborated on their definitions of the Habits of Mind; character, communication, collaboration, innovation and curiosity. The ninth grade students also attended a field trip to The Wild Center in Tupper Lake. Students created a video of their experience to present to parents and administrators at the end of the Summer Bridge week. The tenth grade Summer Bridge focused on students learning about the program’s four career pathways: Clean Energy, Computer Science, Entrepreneurship and Mechatronics. As part of that experience students took tours of Applied Robotics, Finch Paper, GLOBALFOUNDRIES, Guyson Corporation, Level 3
Communications, Kasselman Solar and 1st Playable. The tour included learning about the individual companies, the skills and education needed for the jobs in that industry and a tour of the facility. Students collaborated with group members on ideas and created innovations including a food truck, solar oven and circuits. Tenth grade students also participated in an “Hour of Code.” To prepare students to be college and career ready, students attended three workshops from HVCC professors related to skills needed to be successful in their
college coursework, specifically time management, citing sources and reading a textbook. As part of the program, students will now return to attend monthly sessions at the Hudson Valley Community College’s TECSMART facility in Malta during the 2016-17 school year. The first Student Project Exhibition will be November 2 at TEC-SMART. For more information about the program, please contact ECHS Program Coordinator Adrienne Snow, asnow@bscsd.org, and follow us on Twitter @CleanTechECHS.
Look for one of the brand new trucks in Schuylerville’s Turning Pont Parade on August 7. Plus, visit the Washington County Fair from August 22 to 28 in Greenwich, where one of the new dump trucks will be on display along with several other pieces of equipment used by the Environmental Conservation and Forestry program students. CTE is a division of the WSWHE BOCES. It provides an array of classes for secondary school students as well as adults. CTE classes include Auto Body Repair, Automotive Technology, Construction Trades, Cosmetology, Criminal Justice Studies, Culinary Arts and Hospitality, Early Childhood Education, Employment Training and Transition, Environmental Conservation and Forestry, Graphic
and Visual Communications, Health Occupations, HVAC-R, Heavy Equipment Maintenance and Operation, Horse Care, Horticulture, Landscaping and Floral Design, Machine Tool Technology, Power Sport Technology, and Welding. CTE also offers Service Level Hospitality, Service Level Human Services, and Service Level Technical and Trade Services programs, as well as New Visions Engineering and New Visions Health Careers Exploration. SUNY Adirondack Early College Career Academy programs in Electrical Technology/Advanced Manufacturing, Information Technology/Computer Networking, and New Media are also available at CTE. For more information visit CareerAndTechEd.org.
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Late Summer Quick Crops
by Peter Bowden for Saratoga TODAY August starts out feeling a lot like summer, but by the end of the month, it has a touch of fall to it. This is the time when we are enjoying the fruits of our spring labor. We enjoy the tomatoes, beans, squash and other crops that are finally producing in abundance. The annual flowers have fully hit their stride and their flowery show is at its peak. These are the days we dream about on a cold January day. Even as we enjoy these precious days of the last full month of summer, the gardener can take advantage. One way is to sow the seeds of some of the crops that love to sprout in the heat of summer but mature into the cooler days of early fall. Peas should be planted early in August so, if you haven’t yet, get right to it. The
spring pea crop is just a memory but the fall crop of peas will be a lot sweeter if you can get them sown into the garden right away. There’s still plenty of time for another crop or two of radishes. They mature in only a month or so. Planting a row every week for the next three weeks will provide radishes right through September. Lettuce is another quick crop that actually performs better and has better flavor when grown from late summer into fall. In fact, leaf lettuce seeds can be sown right up until the first week of September. One of my favorites, spinach, can also be sown right on through the month of August for a very flavorful late crop. A light frost won’t bother the leafy greens like lettuce and spinach at all and some claim that it actually improves the flavor. Toward the end of the month as the days get a bit shorter and cooler, we are provided with our best chance to repair our lawns or, if need be, to start an entire lawn from seed. From late August through mid-September is the very best time for lawn seeding projects. Start by preparing the area you want to seed. After raking off any surface debris, rough up the soil an inch or two deep. Next, it is time for the grass seed. For late summer seeding, avoid cheap blends that contain annual ryegrass. The best idea is to choose a blend that is specific to your need. The right seed blend is always a
good investment. Broadcast the seed evenly over the area at the recommended rate. You can scatter the seed by hand on small areas or with a lawn spreader for larger areas. Most folks overdo it and put down way more grass seed than is necessary. One or two seeds per square inch is just right. If you carpet the ground with seed, the young plants will choke each other out and you’ll end up with one grass plant per square inch anyway. Premium grass seed isn’t cheap so there’s no need to seed too heavily. Once the seed is down, I like to give the area a light scratching with the rake. Not too deep though. Grass seed wants to be near or on the surface of the soil… no more than 1/4” deep. After that, a final tamping will put the seed in good contact with the soil. For small areas, you can use the back of a flat shovel; for larger areas, you’ll want to rent one of those water-filled rollers. Now there are only a couple of steps left but they are the most important steps of all. Remember this, no matter how good your seed is, it won’t germinate unless the area is kept moist CONSTANTLY. It can’t be allowed to dry out, even for an hour. If the area dries out completely, the seed dehydrates and dies and it won’t restart. If that happens, you’ll have to buy more seed and start all over again. To help keep the seeds moist, you’ll want to just lightly cover the
seed with shredded straw. The straw should be left down when the grass sprouts through it. Some folks try to rake up the straw, and they end up ripping out the young grass they worked so hard to get started. The straw will rot away and you’ll never know it was there. You’ll need to be vigilant... especially on any hot, breezy days. It might require light watering three or four times a day on some days. I’ll just leave my sprinkler set up in the area for the month that
it will take for the grass seed to sprout and grow some roots. Once the grass is up and growing, apply a starter lawn food to the area to get it well rooted before winter. A good starter food will be highest in the middle number. The middle number represents phosphorus...the nutrient in the food that stimulates root growth. Remember, it takes about 6 weeks to get a lawn to sprout and mature to the point that it can withstand the winter ahead. Thanks for the read.
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Camping Safety Tips
by Megin Potter for Saratoga TODAY Without the correct information, “roughing it” out in the woods can result in a miserable and possibly unsafe camping trip for you and your family. Instead, a little planning can go a long way towards making this year’s trip a smooth, safe adventure. “Doing research and prep work can make the difference to
ask include: What types of wildlife are frequenting the area? (In addition to bugs, in many areas bear sightings are up this year, but also coyotes and raccoons can be a concern); Where is potable water located for safe drinking and washing?; and What do they do to maintain healthy swimming conditions? (Do they test the water frequently like they do at Moreau Park?) What to Bring: • Water. Even if the camping facility you’re staying at provides water, be sure to have enough safe water for drinking and washing. Mullins prefills a five gallon bladder, but also recommends if you’re at all unsure about the water conditions, to use water purification tablets. • Hand Sanitizer and Baby Wipes. These “little miracle wipes” as Mullins calls them, are great to clean up with. They are gentle, safe for kids, relatively inexpensive and travel well. • Extra sealed containers. Throwing in extra Ziploc bags and
Photo provided by Rebecca Mullins, Moreau Lake State Park
how much fun your family can have,” said Moreau Lake State Park Environmental Educator Rebecca Mullins. As an avid camper with wilderness leadership training, she has collected a variety of tips that are easy to incorporate on your next trip. Before you go: • “Know where you’re going, know what’s there, read, call ahead, ask around or just look it up,” advises Mullins. Questions that you should
Tupperware containers will help keep everything clean and dry. • Prepared Foods. Pre-cut, pre-seasoned meat, microwaved potatoes, and frozen drinks that can double as cooler ice packs significantly cut down on the hassle at mealtime. • Meat thermometer. Approximately the same size as a pencil, it’s easy enough to bring and to use when cooking out because grilling may leave a beautiful char on otherwise undercooked meat.
Photo provided by Rebecca Mullins, Moreau Lake State Park
• Bounce Dryer Sheets. “There’re not any two people who have the same bug problems while camping,” said Mullins. Horseflies hate the smell of dryer sheets however, so stick one under your hat and it’ll help keep them away. • Pet Vaccination Records. Many campgrounds require more than just your dog’s tag as proof that he’s had his Rabies shot. Mullins carries her paperwork but also saves a
picture of it on her phone for easy access. At the Campsite: • Keep it Clean. Set-up a washing station, and collect trash and food scraps to keep away scavenging animals. Keep tents zipped up and shoes outside. Check for ticks thoroughly. • Keep Flames Away. The smallest spark can burn a hole in the tent’s flammable fabric. Read stove and
lantern recommendations to limit carbon monoxide exposure. • Use Clothing Wisely. Light clothing (not cotton which takes forever to dry) sprayed with bug repellent protects your skin from sun and chemicals. • Stay with Your Pet. A dog next to his owner is the safest. Keep pets tied up on comfortable long leashes and consider also using collar lights at night.
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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Love to couple dinner and entertainment into one evening? Why not get both at the same time by heading to Saratoga’s newest hibachi restaurant, KinJo Japanese Steakhouse. Located at 68 Congress Street in Congress Plaza, this restaurant opened in mid-July by owners Michelle and Alan Dong. Phone them at 518-587-8888. Previously home to a Friendly’s and later by Istanblue, a Mediterranean restaurant, this space has been completely transformed. “People’s minds are going to be literally blown when they see this place,” said Kevin Lynch, KinJo’s Manager From fresh sushi rolls to everyone’s favorite hibachi, KinJo Japanese really has something for everyone. There’s nothing quite like the blaze of fire on a flat top accompanied by the sizzle of fresh vegetables, fish, chicken or steak cooking in a matter of minutes in front of your very eyes. Pair that with the laughs you’re guaranteed to have thanks to a talented hibachi chef / entertainer and you’ve got yourself the perfect night
KinJo = Go!
out with family, friends, or even a date. The restaurant itself can seat up to 120 diners, with a wall separating the three hibachi tables from a large dining section for those who are ordering some of their other menu items, including noodles and rice dishes, and additional traditional Japanese fare. The menu also includes a nice variety of sushi options. This isn’t the first restaurant the couple has opened. In fact, KinJo is their fourth restaurant in the Capital Region (Samurai in Colonie; Sukura and The Chinese Buffet in Clifton Park). Of course, Saratoga was a natural fit for the next restaurant, and opening just a week before the 2016 track season was a no brainer.
- Ashley Dingeman SaratogaFoodFanatic.com
KinJo Japanese Steakhouse is open seven days a week, Monday – Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday - Saturday, 11 a.m.11 p.m., and Sunday from noon9:30 p.m. For more information, visit KinjoSaratoga.com
Week of August 5 – August 11, 2016
Photos by Castle Photography
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Hattie’s Cookbook Puts Comfort in the Kitchen by Norra Reyes for Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — As a former Kansas City girl, I can verify that there is no good barbecue or country breakfast in New York State – except at Hattie’s. While Louisiana-style cooking has a flavor quite distinct from my hometown cooking, it is redolent of that lip-smacking belly love you can only get from the Southern hospitality founders of comfort food, from cooks like Hattie Moseley Austin. Since Hattie came to town in 1938, the Hattie’s Restaurant fried chicken specialty has become a legacy. It’s been on multiple “Best in America” lists and even won the Food Network’s “Throwdown with Bobby Flay.” Now her classic Southern and Louisiana recipes are available in the newly released “The Hattie’s Restaurant Cookbook” written and compiled by Hattie’s Restaurant chef and owner, Jasper Alexander. It includes Hattie’s great story and the history of the restaurant. From Fried Catfish to Pecan
Pie, the cookbook details over 100 tried-and-true recipes of the restaurant for the home cook to successfully recreate for friends and family. “A lot of cookbooks can fall into the category of being too difficult for home cooks,” said Alexander. “Not this one. For the more complicated recipes, like the Monkfish dish, the process is fairly involved so I broke it down into a lot of different components so it’s easily accessible.” Alexander describes in the book how “making from scratch” can be done without making guests twiddle their thumbs between courses. The cookbook includes instructions for wilting spinach ahead of time so it is still green and fresh when time to serve and other tips for putting everything together expertly and deliciously at the end. Explaining why people come from far and wide for Hattie’s fried chicken, Alexander said, “It’s not just the recipe. It’s the feelings and emotions that good fried chicken evokes. Everyone has a different memory of this classic Americana dish.” That said, I know from experience that it is easy to make a
mess of those simple ingredients and have nothing close to as good as the restaurant’s fried chicken. “Remember, we are cooking hundreds and hundreds of pounds of chicken,” said Alexander, “sometimes a thousand pounds a day during track season. We’re very careful of the process from start to finish, using fresh, clean chicken and oil, making sure the oil is the right temperature, all the details. Practice makes perfect.” Alexander has had plenty of practice. A chef for the last 15 years, he spent much of that time in high-end restaurants, never dreaming a day would come when he would chuck it all for the wholesome goodness of comfort food cooking. “It’s been great,” said Alexander. “All my fears of getting out of the high-end game were totally unfounded. I’ve found it refreshing and enjoyable and I was not expecting that.” That high-end experience has not been wasted, though. Alexander brings the same level of precision, care, and concern of product – all the high-end
Jasper Alexander. Photo by MarkBolles.com
sensibility – to comfort food. “I’ve been working with local farmers long before it became popular,” he said. “Everything is fresh, that’s never changed for me.” Over 100 recipes, from Crawfish Boil to Fried Green Tomatoes with Buttermilk Dressing to Cajun Coleslaw to Deviled Eggs, fill out the cookbook. My favorites involve grits and crab cakes and the delectable Ribs Without a Smoker. Alexander remembered to include the famed Hattie’s desserts and Southern cocktails, as well.
“I hope people enjoy it,” said Alexander. “I want to see these cookbooks with plenty of dog ears and food spills, used so much they have to buy another. “ “The Hattie’s Restaurant Cookbook” is available through The Countryman Press and online at Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Visit HattiesRestaurant. com for links and more information. The restaurant is open for dinner 7 days a week during track season from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Week of August 5 – August 11, 2016
Soap and Skin-care Makers Advocate a pure and Simple Approach
Calendula Infused Oil Saturdays, 9 to 1 Wednesdays, 3 to 6
Materials
Directions
By Pure-N-Simple Soap
Collect fresh calendula and dry it. Fill a glass jar 3/4 of the way with dried calendula and then fill the jar with olive oil. Stir, making sure all of the flowers are covered with oil. Let this infuse for 4-6 weeks. Strain the oil through a piece of cheesecloth, compost the flowers, and bottle the oil. Use a couple of drops and pat onto the face or wherever needed. A little goes a long way.
At this time of the year calendula is available and it is easy to make an infused oil that can be used as a facial moisturizer. Calendula is known amongst herbalists as “Mother of The Skin” as it offers anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibacterial and antifungal properties, which make it suitable for just about all skin conditions.
High Rock Park
by Julia Howard for Saratoga TODAY Skin plays a vital role in ensuring good health. This simple fact motivated Bob and Barbara Palulis to begin making natural soaps and skin care products for themselves and now for others through their business, Pure-N-Simple Soap. “I made the choice to be more conscientious of my diet and with all of my skin care products,” said Barbara Palulis. Added Bob Palulis: “We are healthier because of these choices.” Pure-N-Simple Soap is one of the Saratoga Farmers’ Markets newer vendors. The couple makes not only soaps but also shampoo bars, lip balms, lotions, herbal infused oils and salves and a line of laundry and linen products. Barbara Palulis says, “We like to keep things simple.” They use olive, coconut, and palm oils as the
*materials available at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market - Calendula (may be purchased fresh and dried) * - Olive oil * - 8 oz. glass jar - Cheesecloth
base for their soaps, along with goat milk, essential oils as fragrance, and dried herbs that they often gather themselves for color. Their skin care
products are often as simple as olive oil infused with calendula. As she put it, there’s “no need to spend a lot of money on facial moisturizer when calendula infused in olive oil works wonderfully to soothe and balance the skin.” The couple began making their own skin-care products while studying nutrition. In doing so, they
realized that good health was not just about eating the proper foods but also about care of the skin. “Our skin is the largest organ of our body and is permeable,” said Barbara Palulis. “What goes on the skin absorbs into our body.“ They began making soap in 2008 in their farmhouse kitchen in Salem, NY, and moved eventually into a retail space at 207 Main St., in Salem. They currently sell their products there as well as at the Saratoga and Glens Falls farmers’ markets and some holiday shows. They also serve as suppliers to a handful of retail stores and will take orders via telephone (518-854-3320), e-mail (purensimplesoap@yahoo.com) and their website, www.purensimplesoap. com. To first-time customers, the Palulis’s recommend their gift pack, which includes a bar of soap, a twoounce jar of lotion, and a lip balm. “I really enjoy sharing with these products and what I have learned along the way, said Barbara Palulis. “The more I learn, the more I have the need to share with others.” The Saratoga Farmers’ Market takes place from 3-6 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at High Rock Park.
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Staying on Track with Snacks
by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY Hello Foodie Friends. This summer many of us are working on our goals of rebooting healthier routines and diets. We typically do well until we hit that time when we crave our usual salty, crunchy snacks. Reaching for that bag of potato chips can easily cause us to slip on our goals. Well, there is a way to get your “fix” with a no-guilt potato chip. My daughter will be on a break from Grad school this month. One of our favorite things to do is to sit together and watch old classic movies like; Casablanca, It’s a Wonderful Life, Gone with the Wind, James Bond Gold Finger, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Back to the Future, or Raiders of the Lost Ark. Snacking is easy to do when you are entrenched in these wonderful films. A fun and easy way to make potato chips is through microwaving them. Microwaving thinly sliced potatoes is an incredibly easy and healthy way to eat potato chips. The Joie Microwave slicer helps to create thin slices of transitioning slices of potatoes without needing oil. The microwave chip maker includes a slicer, protective potato holder, bowl, and rack for microwaving. Simply use the included slicer to slice potatoes, place on the chip tray, set the time on the microwave, and let cook. The chips come out crispy and tasty with no oil and because there is no oil involved, you cut out the calories you’d find in store-bought chips. Make chips from your favorite potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots, apples, pears, mangoes, and more! The microwave chips are incredibly easy to make allowing you to add whatever seasoning you want.
The chips are surprisingly good on their own. However, here are a few seasoning options that Weight Watcher’s suggests. If you don’t think the no-oil chips have enough flavor, you can boost the flavor by adding some seasonings. There are all kinds of flavors besides salt and pepper that you can add to these chips. Just sprinkle on any of these before cooking them in the microwave: garlic salt or powder, parmesan cheese (alone or combined with garlic powder and/or Italian herbs), dry ranch dressing mix (this makes the chips taste very
similar to ranch flavored storebought chips), chili powder, cayenne, or taco seasoning, Curry powder, dried herbs: basil, oregano, dill, rosemary, etc. or you can get creative with your own flavor combos--there are endless possibilities! If you like rich flavor, brush the potato slices with olive oil before putting them in the microwave and before adding any spices. If potato chips are typically off limit for you; you may find these chips more suited as a snack or as a dinner party appetizer. This is a great item to consider as a snack when entertaining or to have when snuggling up and watching a movie. Enjoy the time with your family while snacking and keeping your goals on track. Remember; “Life Happens in the kitchen”. Take good care. John and Paula.
24 BALLSTON SPA 37 Sherman Way, $316,000. Timothy Lanahan sold property to Alexander and Sarah Hunter.
PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS property to Matthew and Amy Raco.
CHARLTON
12 Forestbrook Dr., $285,043. Heritage Builders Group LLC sold property to Glenn Gerber.
1405 Cosgrove Dr., $437,900. Bordeau Builders Inc. sold property to John and Josephine Clark.
23 Sherman Way, $380,000. Aaron and Lisa Tulloch-Dulgar sold property to Craig Valente and Nicole Klym.
2287 Maple Ave., $265,000. Sean and Tammy Townsend sold property to Sean and Lizette McEvoy.
109 Church Ave., $71,000. Donald Bowers and Elaine Pratt sold property to Elaine and James Pratt.
1014 Parker Rd., $465,000. Cartus Financial Corporation sold property to Christopher Carey and Joseph Humphrey.
34 Beechwood Dr., $249,900. William Bergstrom (as Trustee) sold property to Jesse and Codi Congdon.
1282 Route 147, $79,774. George and Linda Marotta sold property to Capital Communications Federal Credit Union.
779 Randall Rd., $345,000. Christoper and gina Helbling sold property to Natalia Borjemscaia and Charles Sturdevant.
955A Charlton Rd., $309,000. Katz Excavating and Construction LLC sold property to Dante and Heather Cianfarani.
7 Independence Trail, $339,000. Briarwood Brooks Development LLC sold
GREENFIELD 130 Sand Hill Rd., $208,000. Deborah Marshall sold property to Eric and Jill Blackman.
46 Wilton Rd., $445,000. Timothy and Ellen Brooks (co-Trustees) sold property to David and Stacey Zon. 33 Pepper Lane, $494,000. Richard and Sharon Bamberger sold property to Renee Rosebrook. 7 Ashlor Dr., $335,000. Kathryn Sikora sold property to Richard and Tina Knott. 233 Middle Grove Rd., $252,500. David and Barbara Nutting sold property to Gary and Diane Martino. 21 Bump Hill Rd., $168,700. Casey Cornell sold property to Scott Ferrara, Jr. 314 Wing Rd., $35,000. Raymond and Barbara Arnold sold property to Michael and Yvonne Arnold. 2 Maddy Groves Rd., $606,500. Christopher Hemstead and Brooke McConnell sold property to Bradley Howe and Jennifer Lutz. Lots 2 and 3 Miner Rd., $160,000. Joe Vangelder sold property to Annette Nanes. 73 S. Greenfield Rd., $60,000. Christopher and Erin Mallory sold property to Iryna and Sergey Grabetz. 137 Young Rd., $350,000. Keith and Andria Avellino sold property to Kenneth and Kristin Passaretti. 1146 Route 9N, $155,000. Dorothy Morache (by Exec.) sold
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property to James Salmon and Christopher Noble. 988 Locust Grove Rd., $17,500. LPC Properties LLC sold property to Leigh O’Connor. 264 Daniels Rd., $151,000. Bank of New York Mellon (as Trustee by Atty) sold property to Daren and Lisa Tracy. 23 Daniels Rd., $217,820. Abby and Brent Zampier sold property to Nathaniel Vincek and Celia Calbone. 61 Alpine Meadows Rd., $48,000. Susan Chandler, Georgette Clothier, Shirley Holmwood, Elizabeth O’Leary Sold Property to Suzanne and John Barber, Jr.
MALTA 29 Lindenwood Dr., $340,000. Paul and Mary Haydock sold property to Roy Kooh and Yee Tan. 112 Knapp Rd., $409,000. Thomas and Lisa Carter sold property to Robert and Linda Flora. 1163 Laural Lane, $115,000. James and Gail Brown sold property to Schworm Enterprises Inc. (Signature Home Buyers DBA). 16 Gleneagles Blvd., $265,000. Richard Jones and Mary Ann Burek-Jones sold property to John and Jennifer Heim. 131 Plum Poppy North, $402,995. Thomas J Farone Homebuilders Inc. sold property to Eric and Jessica Farbent.
33 May Apple Way, $236,000. John and Teresa Conlin sold property to Jason and Jessica Audette. 91 Snowberry Rd., $176,000. Bruce and Erica Barringer sold property to Donald Fries, Jr. 5 Magnolia Way, $439,000. Brian and Tonya Fountain sold property to James and Michela DelMonico. 21 Callaghan Blvd., $427,431. Blitman Rosen Development LLC sold property to Benjamin Titus and Lori Awadalla.
MILTON 704 Rock City Rd., $389,900. Jeffrey and Barbara Beers sold property to Deborah Ahlers. 1 Linden Lane, $215,700. University and Green LLC sold property to Alessandro and Mary Mancini. 429 Maple Ave., $230,000. Joshua Hiebel sold property to Steven and Diedre Ballard. 19 Knollwood Hollow, $218,500. Russell Gotzmer sold property to Jacqueline Gacek. 556 Victory Circle, $266,000. Jack and Peggy Clancy sold property to Danielle Piraino. 605 Elk Circle, $176,000. Gregory Parillo and Erica Wager sold property to Mary Meyers. 85 Bath St., $175,000. Stewart and Deborah Abrams sold property to McConchie Properties LLC. 550 Acland Blvd., $339,500. Patrick and Susan McKenna sold property to Brendan and Karen O’Brien. 28 Legend Lane, $264,700. Paul and Christine Kulls sold property to Andrew Houlahan and Karen Munski. 51 North Milton Rd., $575,000. Stephen and Emma Griffen sold property to Ryan and Kate Forer. 3704 Lewis Rd., $217,800. Jeffrey and Amanda Fortman (by Agent) sold property to Bruce Sanderson. Northline Rd., $1,280,000. T and B Associates sold property to Amedore Carlton LLC. 5 Old Glory Lane, $400,000. Michael Richard and Lori Meehan-Richard sold property to Matthew and Marlene Beck.
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PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
152 Juniper Dr., $257,500. Brad and Alaina Fersch sold property to Patrick and Danielle Wilson.
48 Thoroughbred Dr., $465,000. Irene Yeates sold property to Margaret Talisse.
2 Frederick Lane, $164,000. Eric and Jessica Evans sold property to Stephen and Tabatha Hatlee.
22 Clubhouse Dr., $201,000. Mary and Jason Lavender sold property to Gregory Grieco.
SARATOGA SPRINGS 15 Central Ave., $480,250. Erik and Meghan Schiemann sold property to Joshua and Alison Eaton. 315 Jefferson St., $145,000. Jerome and Rebecca Hilliker sold property to DGD Holdings LLC. 34 Wagon Wheel Trail, $185,000. Michael and Meaghan Tomaso sold property to Kenneth Levy.
268 Broadway, Unit 603, $170,000. Joseph Kakaty sold property to Downtown Saratoga Properties LLC. 22 Clark St., $630,000. Paul Tucker and Maggie Moss-Tucker sold property to Matthew and Lyndsay Sperazzo. 12 Third St., $407,500. Mark and Lissa Lessard sold property to 37 Greenfield LLC.
12 East Ridge, $379,000. Charles and Elaine Foelix sold property to Susan Yates-Stewart.
213 East Ave., $560,000. Guy Prenevost and Celeste Hebert sold property to Robert Bedel and Sally Lynch-Bedell.
2 Evergreen Dr., $446,000. Craig Klotz and Milissa Rocker-Knotz sold property to Joseph and Katie Dunne.
105 Adams St., $190,000. Dale Broadus sold property to Thea Broadus.
4 Royal Henley Court, $635,000. Douglas and Mary Johns sold property to Sirva Relocation Credit LLC. 4 Royal Henley Court $635,000. Sirva Relocation Credit LLC sold property to Michael Feld and Meghan Ferguson. 88 Vista Dr., $415,000. Rebecca Alexander sold property to Michael Sternklar (as Trustee) and Dorene Brettner.
20 Magnolia Dr., $680,000. William Curran sold property to Chad and Kathryn Cornish. 24 Ingersoll Rd., $419,900. Peter and Jennifer Koehler sold property to Jack and Peggy Clancy. 46 Adams St., $240,000. AMKC Properties LLC sold property to Michael Newton. 8 Campion Lane, $1,750,000. Samuel and Linda Palazzole sold
property to Joseph Kakaty. 6 W. Circular St., $250,000. John and Constance Foley sold property to John and Sherri Foley.
STILLWATER 1501 Hudson Ave., $93,363. Deutsche Bank National Trust Company (as Trustee by Atty) sold property to Kevin Sawyer. 21 Major Dickinson Ave., $240,000. William and Melissa Hohenstein sold property to James Fruscio. 15 Campbell Rd., $184,000. Keith and Darlene Collins sold property to Lynn Wheland and Lindsey Morris.
WILTON 116 Ingersoll Rd., $145,000. Maureen Rossley sold property to Matthew and Kelly Talbot. 135 Cobble Hill Dr., $530,000. Laura Ellor (as Trustee) sold property to Martin and Jennifer Migliori. 24 Challedon Dr., $315,000. Matthew Roberts sold property to Laurie Fuchs. 35 Claire Pass, $76,666. Deborah Greenfield (as Trustee) and
Karen Woods-Ricciardi (as Trustee) and Sheryl Martinez (as Trustee) sold property to Deborah Greenfield and Karen Woods-Ricciardi. 22 Craw Lane, $80,000. William and Judy Morris sold property to McPadden Builders LLC. 16 Craw Lane, $80,000. William and Judy Morris sold property to McPadden Builders LLC.
25 9 Craw Lane, $80,000. William and Judy Morris sold property to McPadden Builders LLC. 7 Craw Lane, $80,000. William and Judy Morris sold property to McPadden Builders LLC. 1 Craw Lane, $80,000. William and Judy Morris sold property to McPadden Builders LLC.
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LOCAL BRIEFS
Saratoga PLAN to Host Nature Photography Workshop Saratoga PLAN will host a photography seminar with photographer Linda Eastman at the Orra Phelps Preserve in Wilton on Saturday, August 20th from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Participants will learn how to capture the beauty of the natural world through photography. Everyone will receive personal advice and suggestions on their work. Participants should bring their camera, any lenses they wish to use, and a tripod if possible. It is recommended that participants know the basics of their camera already, i.e. focusing, using manual settings, how to change ISO, shutter speed, and F stops. Space is limited; RSVP to Saratoga PLAN by calling (518) 587-5554. The event is free, but donations are greatly appreciated. SommerFest St. Peter Lutheran Church to host “SommerFest”, August 20, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a tag sale, food, and free family fun activities. All proceeds to benefit social services camp program for local children. The Church is located at 2776 Route 9 (across from Malta Drive-In) for more information call the church at (518) 583-4153 (leave message). Over the Top Mountain Bike & Trail Run Race West Mountain will be hosting their first 10 k mountain bike & 5 k trail run on August 20 at 10 a.m. Individuals will be running and riding on miles of trails, which vary in variety and difficulty, with beautiful views at the top of West Mountain. Participants will experience and explore parts of West Mountain they have never seen. Race registration will take place in the main lodge from 7:30 - 9 a.m. Awards and a BBQ lunch (included in your race fees)
will take place immediately following the race on the patio in the back of the Main Lodge. Individuals and two-person (must be 12 years old or older) teams accepted. For more information and photos visit, West Mountain’s website http:// www.westmtn.net/. Tee-Off for TRF/PDJF The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF) and the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund (PDJF) have teamed up to organize a lively day of golf and games during Travers week to benefit the two vital nonprofit organizations. The first annual “Tee-Off for TRF/PDJF” will be held at McGregor Links Country Club on Tuesday, August 23. Breakfast buffet starts at 10 a.m. with a shot-gun start before noon. A cocktail lunch, catered by the new Maestro’s at McGregor, opens at 4:30 p.m. Eclipse Award winning jockey and TRF Board Member, Richard Migliore will host the event. The cost is $225 per golfer and this includes cart, greens fees, breakfast, tee-favors, cocktails and lunch. There will be contests all day and an awards presentation during the cocktail luncheon. For those who wish to come only for cocktails and lunch at 4:30 p.m., the cost is $50 per person. Sponsorships to support the day and the work of the charities are available. For more information, visit http:// www.trfinc.org/event/golf/ , or call (518)226-0028. The Health, History and Horses Charity Gala Presented by Ladies of Charity, Saratoga Vicariate. Funds raised are distributed annually to established charities in Saratoga and Warren/Washington Counties: Catholic Charities, food kitchens, shelters, and tuition support programs. The event will take place at Longfellows Restaurant, located at 500 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY on Thursday, August 25, 2016 from 6 – 9 p.m. Complimentary beer and wine the first hour, hot & cold food stations, cash bar, live music, silent auction and 4 seasons basket raffle. Attire is Summer Festive. Cost is $65
per person payable to Ladies of Charity. Tickets are available at www.ladiesofcharitysaratoga. com. For more information contact Carol at (518) 584-7496. Walk with Compassion Capital Region Walk with Compassion is the walk to end child poverty. Compassion International’s new fundraising walk series, Walk with Compassion, was created to address the challenges of vulnerable children around the world that go beyond what monthly sponsorship covers. The money we raise together helps to fund critical needs such as: medical emergencies, disaster relief, HIV/AIDS response, caring for unsponsored children, clean water, and much more. The walk will take place at the Halfmoon Town Hall on August 27 at 9:30 a.m. For more information, visit www. walkwithcompassion.com. Summer Craft and Food Festival The Adirondack Folk School will host a Summer Craft and Food Festival on August 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will take place on the school grounds overlooking the Hudson, located at 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne. Dozens of craft and food vendors are expected, and Mac Petrequin will play his signature blue grass music from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. For more information visit, www. adirondackfolkschool.org. A Call to Artists and Artisans The Friends of U.S. Grant Cottage Historic Site invite artists to participate in a one day “Plein Air” painting event on Sunday, August 27, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Artists are invited to bring their easels and painting supplies to set up anywhere on the grounds to paint the historic site and its landmark landscape and panoramic views. The event is free to artists. Paintings will be auctioned off at the Fine Arts Festival on September 18 to benefit Grant’s Cottage (50/50 percentage rate). Music will be provided by the Lost Rounders, “Politics and Patriots” starting at 1 p.m. For
Week of August 5 – August 11, 2016 more information or to register contact Bev at bjsartworks@ gmail.com or call (518) 7939350. Old Saratoga Seniors Trip to Lake George Steamboat The Old Saratoga Seniors are hosting a trip to the Lake George Steamboat Company, the Lac du Saint Sacrement with a buffet lunch and entertainment, on Friday, September 23, 2016. Bus leaves Saratoga Train Station at 9:30 a.m. and the American Legion in Schuylerville at 10:00 a.m.; returning approximately 4 pm. Checks payable to Old Saratoga Seniors for $36 and mail to Mary Lamora, 19 Seward St. D16, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 by August 4. For further info call Mary, (518) 584-7986. Bus Trip to House of Ephesus Shrine & Chapel in Vermont The bus trip will be held on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016 and is sponsored by Ct. Stella Maris, #396 Catholic Daughters of the Americas. Bus departs at 8 a.m. from Notre Dame Visitation, Schuylerville, will pick up at K-Mart, Greenwich and St. Patrick’s Church, Cambridge. Please bring your own lunch and beverage. Scheduled return will be approximately 5 to 5:30 p.m. Cost is $25.00 per person, payment is due at registration. For reservations and information, please call Marvil Patrick, (518) 695-3385. Open Mic Fundraiser Showcase your talent at SOUNDBYTES, Saratoga Soundtrack’s open mic fundraiser and we invite you to participate on Friday, October 7, 7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, located at 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs, NY. Performance time: 1 or 2 songs or 5 minutes, 16 acts only for 90 minutes show. NO application process/audition. Age limit: If you are between 15 and 105, you are eligible to perform. Order of appearance will be given when intent to perform is received. Cost is $10 at the door suggested donation, including participants. Cash bar and snacks will be provided by Knights of Columbus If you
are interested in performing, email your name or group name and contact information with a brief description of your talent to tcfit@aol.com by August 31. Community Connections Your free hour could change a senior’s life. Volunteers needed. Do you have an hour to assist with visiting, transportation, shopping & more? Please contact Kris at (518) 584-1621 ext 208. Learning to Live with Your New Normal Are you…Living with a chronic condition like arthritis, heart disease, osteoporosis or diabetes? Interested in exploring new ways to manage your condition? Through participation in this evidence based Chronic Disease Self- Management Program you can educate and empower yourself with techniques to manage ongoing health conditions. Topics covered will include nutrition, exercise, medication management, dealing with stress and difficult emotions. Free training materials and light refreshments will be provided. Please contact Janet Haskell @ RSVP 884-4110 for information and details on Living Healthy and to register for this class. We will be starting a 6 week workshop series at the Milton Community Center located at 310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa on Mondays from 1:30 to 4p.m., September 12, 19,2 6 and October 3, 17, 24. The Saratoga County Office for the Aging and Center for Excellence are partnering together to offer these workshops. Volunteer Opportunity Are you 55 and over and looking for a volunteer opportunity? The Saratoga County Office for the Aging is in need of volunteers to assist with the senior nutrition program at various locations in Saratoga County. Duties include serving meals to seniors and assisting with various kitchen duties. Volunteers are needed Monday-Friday from about 11 a.m. to 1p.m. If interested please call Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (518) 884-4110. RSVP helps local organizations recruit and place volunteers age 55 and over.
Send your local briefs to calendar@saratogapublishing.com two weeks prior to the event.
Week of August 5 – August 11, 2016 Schuylerville Central School’s Annual Alumni Banquet American Legion, Schuylerville, 6 p.m. Call (518) 331-2978 for tickets, $30 per person (will not be sold at the door).
Family Friendly Event
Friday, August 5 Ninth Annual Ballston Spa Short Film Festival Ballston Spa High School Auditorium, 220 Ballston Ave., Ballston Spa, 7 p.m. The Film Festival will be held Friday and Saturday evenings, August 5 and 6 and outdoors in the Old Iron Spring Park, Front Street at 9 p.m. both evenings. This free, family friendly event presents short films up to 15 minutes in length from local, national and international filmmakers. The Ballston Spa Film Festival is free to attend in order to enable families with children to have a fun night or two out with little expense. This year’s Festival will present 38 short films in four slates spread over both evenings. The full list of film selections is available on our website, www.BSpaFilm.org.
Saturday, August 6 Horse Play Party Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 11 a.m. Join us for a fun morning of activities and crafts with Deanna Cook and Katie Craig, co-authors of “Horse Play! 25 Crafts, Party Ideas and Activities for HorseCrazy Kids.” A treasure trove of fun for every horse-loving child, “Horse Play” is packed with great activities and projects, from crafting a mini barn and pasture to designing your dream horse, sewing a pony pillow, making a shelf for model horses, and coloring a pull-out poster. For more information, visit www.northshire.com.
Sunday, August 7 Breakfast Buffet Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs, 8:30 – 11 a.m. Donation Requested: Adults $10, Seniors and Military (Active/ Retired with ID Card) $9, Children 5—12 $8, Under 5 Free, Take-outs $10. Call (518) 5842585 for more information.
Hudson River Piecemakers Quilt Show Hadley Luzerne High School, 273 Lake Ave., Lake Luzerne, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $6 or $5 with a canned good for the local food pantry. Quilt appraisals are available by appointment for a fee. Sunday, August 7 hours from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Call (518) 370-1667.
Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation Summer Stroll: Queen Annes: Circular St., and Union Ave. Meet on the SW Corner of Spring and Circular Streets, 10:30 a.m. Linda Trela will tour the area formerly home to the Young Women’s Industrial Club of Saratoga, which today is known as Skidmore College. Learn more about Skidmore’s early days and the Queen Annes along Union Avenue. Tour Sponsored By: Ravenous. Premiere Summer Sponsor: Stewart’s Shops. Tickets are $5 for members and $8 for non-members. For more information, visit www. saratogapreservation.org.
Historian and Author Brooks Simpson Historic Grant Cottage, Mt. McGregor, Town of Moreau, 1 p.m. Historian, author and educator
CALENDAR 27 Brooks D. Simpson will draw from three of his books: The Reconstruction Presidents, Ulysses S. Grant, Triumph and Adversity and Let Us Have Peace in his presentation. Brooks Simpson is the speaker at Grant Cottage’s annual event commemorating Ulysses S. Grant’s funeral in August of 1885. Note that you must pay for admission to the Grant Cottage historic site ($5 for adults, $4 seniors & students) in order to attend this event. For more information, visit www. grantcottage.org.
Pitney Meadows Community Farm Let’s Make It Happen Event Pitney Farm, 223 West Ave., Saratoga Springs, 4-7 p.m. There will be live music by Drank the Gold, walking tours of the historic barns, as well as information about the proposed site plan and ways everyone can get involved in this great future agricultural resource project in the city of Saratoga Springs. The price is $35 for adults, $10 for children 12 and under. The catering is provided by Farmhouse Food featuring Hors d’oeuvres created from seasonal products from area farms, along with local drinks from Saratoga Winery, Saratoga Apple, and Druthers Brewery. Walking tours of the historic farm, that has been owned by the Pitney family since the mid 1800’s, will be given at 4:30 and 6pm, and the proposed site plan will be on display for the Pitney Meadows Community Farm project, along with an update on its progress. The event is handicapped accessible. For further information on the event and registering, visit: www. pitneymeadows.org/events or email: contact@pitneymeadows. org or call (518) 290-0008.
Evening Vespers Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church, 24 Circular St, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. Join us on the lawn for an al fresco worship experience of prayers and music, Sunday evenings in August. This is a casual service, so please come as you are. Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged. Visitors
welcome. For information, call (518) 584-6091.
Monday, August 8 Berkshire Bank Family Mondays Saratoga Pavilion at Saratoga Race Course, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Berkshire Bank Family Mondays series will feature a wide variety of family-friendly activities, games, attractions, and educational activities each Monday. The event will also feature family-oriented activities in partnership with the Pediatric Dental Group of New York.
Tuesday, August 9 Concert: NYS Summer School of the Arts: School of Orchestral Studies Zankel Music Center, Skidmore Campus, Noon Free and open to the public. For more information call (518) 5805590 or (518) 474-8773.
Wednesday, August 10 Italian Dinner Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Donation Requested: Adults $12, Seniors and Military (Active/ Retired with ID card) $11, Children 5—12 $8, Under 5 Free, takeouts $12. Cash Bar Available. For more information call (518) 584-2585.
Bicycle Tour Saratoga National Historic Park, Route 4 and State Route 32, Stillwater, 6 – 8 p.m. A free, ranger guided 5 mile bike tourof Saratoga Battlefield. Scenic views of the historic grounds, with unique stories of the park. Meet in the parking lot. In case of inclement weather, bike tour will be cancelled. Bring your bike, water, and insect repellent. Helmets required. For more information about these or other events, call the Visitor Center at (518) 670-2985.
It’s Pickins’ Time Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa, 7 – 9:30 p.m. Get Ready for a Great Evening of Music. The popular Ballston Area Seniors Pickins’ Session will be held at the. Admission is free, open to the public, and there is ample free parking. The Sessions could use fiddlers, bass players… even a harmonica, to make the evening more diversified and entertaining. Please bring finger foods to share.
Thursday, August 11 Interfaith Prayer Meeting Courtyard of Longfellows Restaurant, 500 Union Ave. Saratoga Springs, 7:15 a.m. The Meeting begins at 7:30 a.m. and concludes no later than 8:30 a.m. Sign-in and continental breakfast begins at 7:15 a.m. There are no charges or donations. All are welcome. For more information call (518) 450-1615.
Free Concert in the Park Wiswall Park, Front St., Ballston Spa, 6 – 8 p.m. The concert series is free to the public. This week’s concert features Aged In the Hills (Country). For more information, visit www.ballston.org.
Barber Shop on Broadway Downtown Saratoga Springs, 6:30 – 9 p.m. The award-winning Racing City Chorus will present its seventh season of strolling a cappella performances of standards, pop songs and patriotic numbers on the sidewalks of downtown Saratoga Springs during the thoroughbred race meet. Sponsored by: Saratoga Guitar, Impressions of Saratoga, Crown Grill, Circus Café, Crafters Gallery, Saratoga Saddlery, Olde Bryan Inn, Boca Bistro, The Wine Bar, 15 Church Restaurant, Yellow Boutique, Northshire Bookstore, Salt & Char, Saratoga Tea and Honey Company and Druthers Brewing Company.
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Belinda Cross Kurcharski, Sue Catroppa (Executive Director), Tom Savino (Board President), Patty Novo (Crush & Cask, Gala Co-Chair), Ron Olinsky (Gala Co-Chair)
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Regan Odorizzi (Senior, Board Member), Zurez Memon (Board Member), Kerstyn O’Brien, Jake Amell
An Unbridled Affair to benefit CAPTAIN Youth and Family Services Thursday, July 28 – The Holiday Inn, Saratoga Springs or the eighth year running, on the first Thursday of Track season, CAPTAIN Youth and Family Services throws a grand party to raise money and awareness. Tables elegantly decorated with flickering candles and accented with baby blue filled the ballroom at The Holiday Inn in Saratoga. Guests wearing suits and cocktail dresses mingled, sipped cocktails and bid on silent auction items before sitting down to dinner and celebrating the night’s honorees, Jockey Javier Castellano and Trainer Nick Zito.
With a goal of building better lives for young people, individuals and families in Saratoga County, this grass roots non-profit organization funds and organizes such programs as Bike Works; provides emergency food and hygiene to young homeless and runaways; and runs Cheryl’s Lodge in Halfmoon Heights, the area’s largest mobile home community. Cheryl’s Lodge offers after-school homework help and is home to Peace Camp, where children with family issues or who are dealing with bullying can learn to work together to solve problems. Depending on the program, CAPTAIN utilizes between 240-400 volunteers, including high school students. This will be CAPTAINS 40th year serving Saratoga County. As reported by Wendy Page, Development and Marketing Manager at CAPTAIN, attendance was 270 – a slight increase from last year. Preliminary gross donations are $109,500, net $80,375 - a nice 12.5 percent increase from last year. “We are thrilled and delighted with the support our programs get from this community,” she said.
Lisa Kenyon, Janice Herold, Amy Potter, Chris Potter
Carrie Rowlands Johnson The Dynamic Duo of Alice Corey of Alice Corey Photography specializing in Newborns, Portraiture, Weddings & Events www.alicecoreyphotography.com and Carrie Rowlands Johnson, owner of the blogging bar, a Saratoga-based start-up company offering blogging and writing; social media management; and photography services to small to medium-sized businesses thebloggingbar@gmail.com. Together they cover the social scene in Saratoga, offering you a sneak peek inside charity galas and fundraising parties.
Tom Savino (President of the Board), Tammy Savino
Eric Catricala, Kelly Catricala, Kishani Choudhury, Greg Bruno
Lori Burdo, Jessica Leonard
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Steve Caporizzo (Honoree), Lisa Caporizzo (Honoree), Susan Wagner (President, Equine Advocates), Cathy Sheppard, Jonathan Sheppard (Honoree)
Kelly Traynor (Equine Advocates), Cheri Monaco
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Equine Advocates’ Volunteers Freya Haworth, Weronika Kierach, KK Palmerino
Fifteenth Annual Equine Advocates Gala Saturday, July 30 – Canfield Casino, Saratoga Springs
n this city well known for horse racing lives a group of people dedicated to rescuing these marvelous beasts. Equine Advocates is a national non-profit organized twenty years ago to rescue, protect and prevent the abuse of horses. It operates a rescue and sanctuary not far from Saratoga— a 140-acre farm freeing horses, ponies, donkeys and mules and allowing them to socialize, roam and live in peace. It is currently home to more than eighty animals. On Friday, July 29 at The Canfield Casino, Equine Advocates hosted its fifteenth annual awards dinner and charity auction, honoring Jonathan Sheppard and Steve and Lisa Caporizzo. Sheppard received the Ellen & Herbert Moelis Equine Protection Award for his outstanding dedication to the humane treatment of racehorses. Steve and Lisa Caporizzo received the Animal Savior Award for helping thousands of animals find loving homes and for their dedication to the prevention of animal abuse, including horse slaughter.
In cocktail dresses and suits, animal lovers dined, danced and bid on auction items. Body and Soul entertained on stage as hundreds celebrated the lives of these precious animals… and those dedicated to ensure they enjoy longer, healthier lives. Carrie Rowlands Johnson The Dynamic Duo of Alice Corey of Alice Corey Photography specializing in Newborns, Portraiture, Weddings & Events www.alicecoreyphotography.com and Carrie Rowlands Johnson, owner of the blogging bar, a Saratoga-based start-up company offering blogging and writing; social media management; and photography services to small to medium-sized businesses thebloggingbar@gmail.com. Together they cover the social scene in Saratoga, offering you a sneak peek inside charity galas and fundraising parties.
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Lisa Miller, Maisie Guzi
Legendary HOF Jockey Angel Cordero, Jr. joins Honorary Chairs Sharon and HOF Jockey Ramon Dominquez. Behind them are AIM well-wishers, supports and employees Brian Gwynn, Aimee Taylor, Gary Dake, Alison and Jim Norton, Don Kozak, June MacClelland, Christopher Lyons, Martin Glastetter, Jeannine Gennett, and Walt Adams
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AIMing For Greatness! Third Annual Croquet on the Green – Tuesday, August 2 rief early afternoon light showers passed overhead before giving way to blazing sunshine, as revelers enjoyed taking an afternoon off for a good cause and unique fun. Such was the case at the Third Annual Croquet on the Green Tournaments and Garden Party at AIM Services, Inc. headquarters. The good cause was supporting AIM Services, an organization dedicated to supporting the “power of potential” in people with developmental disabilities, including those with traumatic brain injuries. For more information about the community and residential programs offered by AIM, visit aimservicesinc.org
The unique fun? Start with 32 teams (each with names like ‘Sticky Wickets’ and ‘All Whacked Up’ and The Mighty Mallets’ competing in a croquet tournament; deliciously different offerings and specialty items from – surprise! - Deliciously Different Specialty Items, all decked out in their brand new mobile catering trailer; vintage T-birds; Habana cigars; raffles, giveaways and even a hot air balloon! Be looking out for this one next year – the most delightful afternoon I have spent. Kudos to all!
Dave Shantz and Lara Rafferty from Jaeger & Flynn Associates, Inc. (Circle of Support Sponsor)
Hall of Fame Jockey Angel Cordero, Jr. Jill Perkins, Cliff Silverstein, and Cheri Jeski-Monaco Deborah DePasquale, Nancy Kendall
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Jackie Szurek, Dr. Pat Szurek, Szurek Chiropractic
Dr. George Silver, Saratoga Hospital Board of Directors, Beth Silver
Rachel Flores, Frankie Flores
Phillip Underwood, Nancy Underwood
Dr. Marianne Mustafa, Ed Decker, Dr. Christine Alexander Decker
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Set Sail! Saratoga Hospital Gala Wednesday, August 3, 2016 heme in tow, the 34th annual Saratoga Hospital Gala Set Sail amidst a sea of navy and white… tables decorated with everything nautical, many ticket holders getting in the spirit with coordinating navy and white dresses, shirts and ties.
Doctors from across Saratoga Hospital’s facilities represented, supporting their community and socializing with family and friends at Polo Meadow on the grounds of the Saratoga Casino Hotel on Wednesday, August 3. The Gala is expected to raise more than three hundred thousand dollars for Saratoga Hospital, with about one thousand ticket holders mingling, sipping cocktails, munching on delicious bites from a variety of food stations, and bidding on live and silent auction items. Money raised tonight supports the programs and services of Saratoga Community Health Center, improving lives of our underinsured neighbors. -Carrie Rowlands Johnson The Dynamic Duo of Alice Corey of Alice Corey Photography specializing in Newborns, Portraiture, Weddings & Events (www.alicecoreyphotography.com) and Carrie Rowlands Johnson, owner of the blogging bar, a Saratoga-based start-up company offering blogging and writing; social media management; and photography services to small to medium-sized businesses thebloggingbar@gmail. com. Together they cover the social scene in Saratoga, offering you a sneak peek inside charity galas and fundraising parties.
Deb Verni, Joan Taub, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Bob English
Kelly Goldenberg, CNM, Myrtle St. OB/GYN, Dr. Eliot Birnbaum, Myrtle St. OB/GYN, Dr. Amy Knoeller, Myrtle St. OB/GYN, Dr. Amos Cutler, Myrtle St. OB/GYN
PULSE The People’s Lawn
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“What is your favorite SPAC memory?”
“When I was first out of college, my friends and I got lawn tickets the New York City Ballet and the Philadelphia Orchestra. We would get together and “I saw the New York City Ballet’s have fun dinners. We had a wonderful production of Firebird a long time ago. I time, and looked forward to a whole loved it.” - Jodi Devine, from Northville season of dance and music. “ “I saw the symphony with Yannick.” Barbara Rondel, from Hadley - Marie Jordan-Whitney, from Saratoga
“I went to Chicago when I was in high school, around 40 years ago.” - Chris Stegel, from Amsterdam “I saw The Carpenters in the 70s. The lawn was very crowded.” - Marcia Wojcik, from Amsterdam
“I saw Journey pre-Steve Perry in 1974. I had orchestra pit seats. I also saw The Who in 1972. It was my first concert, and we had inside seats. There were around 36,000 people there.” - Bill Gervasio (left), from Saratoga “I saw The Beach Boys in 1976.” - Cindy Gervasio (right), from Saratoga
My SPAC Moments My SPAC Life by Maureen Lewi for Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — SPAC has showered me and my family with gifts – magical, musical evenings, introductions to dear friends and opportunities to socialize with celebrities – but most importantly it was SPAC that joined me with the love of my life -- my cherished, talented husband of 40 years, Ed Lewi. As a young widow and widower in 1974, scores of people offered to make introductions for us to no avail. However, because of the tenacity of Marcia Gordon, who worked for Ed and knew me,
Ed and Ed: Principal dancer Ed Villella and Ed Lewi.
the introduction of our lives was accomplished at SPAC. Years before the introduction, then Chairman Pete Wait asked Ed to take SPAC on as a client. He didn’t take no for an answer when Ed replied that he didn’t care for
Ed and his friends from the New York City Ballet promote at Saratoga Raceway
the ballet. Pete said, “I didn’t ask you to see a performance, I need you to put asses in seats!” When Ed went to New York to speak with members of the board, at the magnificent apartment of Joan Payson, she began the conversation by asking, “Now, Mr. Lewi, what would you do to build audiences at SPAC?” To a room full of wealthy arts aficionados, Ed bravely said that he would change the image (thinking, “oh dear, they ARE the image”) – “Upstate folks believe that you have to be wealthy, dressed to the nines, and culturally sophisticated to go to SPAC. I would initiate promotions that bring the arts to the masses -- teach them that they don’t need to feel intimidated.” When Ed finished relating his marketing philosophy, Mrs. Payson, pounded her cane on
Ed and Maureen Lewi at SPAC Ballet Gala, 2014. Photo by Deborah Neary
the floor and said, “Well, if nothing else, Mr. Lewi, you have guts.” Pulling off one publicity opportunity after another, and deluging the public with attentiongrabbing promotions, Ed sought to bring the arts to “Joe Public” to show them how much they could enjoy ballet and symphonic music. He had baseball guru and New York City Ballet principal dancer, Ed Villella, sitting stage side with the audience, drinking beer from the can and talking about the ballet. He brought principal dancers,
in costume, to the track, as well as orchestra members playing the call to the post. A group of Philadelphia Orchestra members went with Ed to Dannemora Prison to play Slaughter on Tenth Avenue – along with a large contingent of press from New York City, and elsewhere. He had the world’s largest birthday cake constructed, and put Mr. “B” (Balanchine) in a carriage for a mini- parade. Continued on page 33.
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She’s Still An American Girl!
She used to bring her dolly to American Girl night at SPAC, now she’s got her camera. Photos by Ms. Sarah Bolles, ladies and gents! Where’s the like button?
My SPAC Moments My SPAC Life Continued from page 32.
Later, a reluctant Peter Martins did the same Broadway route in the name of promotion, with all of his dancers. At SPAC, Ed and I met a special couple who would become our cherished friends, Marylou and Sonny Whitney. Later in life, Ed’s best friend became John Hendrickson, and we were lucky enough to continue to call Marylou and John our dearest friends. When Ed joined the board and learned of SPAC’s financial straits, it was John who made phone calls and raised $2.5 million. A generous contributor herself, Marylou and Ed also collaborated on many promotions for SPAC and the track. In an elegant horse-drawn carriage, Marylou led a parade on opening day from the track to opening night of the Philadelphia Orchestra, but Ed’s greatest coup was getting Marylou to ride an elephant on the lawn at SPAC, assisted by Lew Swyer, another of Ed’s dear friends, who was Chairman of SPAC at the time. In the early days when SPAC booked its own special events, Ed’s gregarious personality afforded him the opportunity to become
friends with a number of performers and their managers. A family atmosphere prevailed – our boys shared Kentucky Fried Chicken with the Jackson Five, and then sat four-abreast on a long piano bench, backstage, while Michael Jackson gave our two boys and his own brother musical tips. “My SPAC” gave me my true love, awesome experiences, and the opportunity for my family to see some of the best entertainment available anywhere. SPAC has given my family a lifetime full of happy memories. I miss Ed terribly, but I feel he is still alive in the magic, joy, and fun he helped create at SPAC and around the region. Thank you, SPAC, for that magical introduction 42 years ago, and Happy Birthday. Postscript: I will remember all of these cherished moments, especially on Wednesday, August 10 when SPAC’s 50th anniversary celebration salutes the “Track and SPAC” in a special performance by the Philadelphia Orchestra, narrated by beloved former track announcer Tom Durkin, who will also narrate the dedication of Ed’s star on the SPAC Walk of Fame, prior to the performance.
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Counting Crows to Bring their Summer Tour to SPAC! by Allison Capasso for Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS —Counting Crows will be rocking it out with Rob Thomas at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Monday, August 15 as a part of their 2016 U.S. summer tour. Counting Crows, an alternative rock band formed in the Bay Area in 1991, have continuously provided their listeners with a modern and soulful take on timeless rock and roll for around 25 years and seven studio albums. The six member group includes vocalist Adam Duritz, guitarists David Bryson, David Immergluck and Dan Vickery, keyboardist Charlie Gillingham, and drummer Jim Bogios. Counting Crows kicked off their thriving music career with their first studio album August and Everything After in 1993, which sold seven million copies and featured the popular hit song “Mr. Jones.” Since then, they have released six other studio albums, numerous live albums, and their 2004 Academy Award-nominated single “Accidentally in Love,” which appeared on the Shrek 2 soundtrack. After releasing their cover album Underwater Sunshine (Or What We Did on Our Summer Vacation) in 2012, which featured their own renditions of songs from old school artists such as Gram Parsons, Big
Star, and the legendary Bob Dylan, Counting Crows came out with their most recent studio album in 2014, titled Somewhere Under Wonderland, which debuted at number 6 on the U.S. Billboard 200. Since their beginning, the band has performed countless live shows and tours, including a recent performance in Italy in which they opened for the one and only Bruce Springsteen. The group kicked off their U.S. summer tour on Friday, July 22. Counting Crows frontman and lead singer Adam Duritz says that touring with his long-time friend Rob Thomas has been a blast. “It’s been the nicest summer. The whole thing has been really fun.” Counting Crows have been around since the 90s and are still going strong in 2016, a kind of longevity that few bands seem to have nowadays. “The band is the most important thing. I like being in a band more than anything.” Duritz said that he knew his band was going to be something special right from the start. “I felt something special right away. It’s why we stayed together.” He explained that a goal of fame and fortune wasn’t what kept the band going. “We wanted to do it anyways, despite success.” Nonetheless, the group has been met with an astonishing amount of success. “What we have is so rare; you can’t take it for granted. My level of luck with these guys is so high.”
With a total of seven studio albums, the alt-rock band certainly never run out of songs to play. The group often changes up their setlist for every show in order to keep things interesting. “We have around 90 songs in rotation, which is very rare.” Duritz says that they include both new and older songs in each night’s setlist. “I love our concerts because it’s all in there.” I asked Adam what his favorite song
to perform live is. His answer? “Palisades Park”, the eight and a half minute long opener to their most recent record Somewhere Under Wonderland that tells the story of self-discovery among two fictional friends living in the violently changing world of New York City in the 1970s. Duritz says that he’s started writing a bit recently; however, he isn’t entirely focused on what lies ahead
for the band at the moment. “It’s better to be focused on right now. I never plan too far ahead.” Counting Crows has played at SPAC many times in the past, including in 2015, 2010 and 2008. “The northeast shows have always been really good for us,” said Duritz. Counting Crows will be returning to SPAC on Monday, August 15 at 6:45 p.m. Tickets are selling fast, so get them soon at spac.org!
Slipknot and Marilyn Manson A Mid-Summer’s Nightmare! by Francesco D’Amico for Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Wow, what a difference a day can make! On Saturday, SPAC went from celebrating it’s 50th anniversary with the NYC Ballet performing A Mid-Summer Night’s Dream to Sunday - hosting Slipknot, Marilyn Manson and opening act, Of Mice & Men. It went from Mid-Summer Nights Dream to Mid-Summer Night’s Scream… and fast. The opening band, Of Mice & Men did a nice job of keeping the crowd enthusiastic and on their feet. Though
Photo by Francesco D’Amico
Marilyn Manson also kept the crowd well engaged, his set was sloppy, pretentious and unprofessional. One can only imagine how messy his room must be.
The headliners, Slipknot (though somewhat one dimensional), were tight, loud and had a stage show that kept everybody bouncing and shouting along. With the masks, makeup and nightmare vibe, It was a freaky event, to say the least. But I always say, if you’re not hurting anybody, wave your freak flag high!
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week of 8/5-8/11 friday, 8/5: Ill Funk Ensemble, 8 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060 Slaid Cleaves, 7 pm @ Caffè Lena — 583.0022 Steve Candlen, 7 pm @ Carson’s Woodside Tavern — 584.9791 Saving Atlantis, 10 pm @ Caroline St. Pub — 583.9400 Michael Louis.Smith + Friends, 9 pm @ Druthers — 306.5275 Rick Bolton + Jeff Walton, 5 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 Frankie Lessard Band, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 Leah Woods on the Roof, 6:30 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003 Bad Chaperones, 10 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003 Audiostars, 7 pm @ Horseshoe Inn — 587.4909 The Remainders, 8 pm @ Nanola — 587.1300 Michael Benedict Jazz Vibes, 9 pm @ 9 Maple Avenue — 583.2582 Al + Kathy Bain, 6 pm @ Olde Bryan Inn — 587.2990 Graham Tichy Trio, 9 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026 Emily Teller, 7 pm @ Peabody’s — 886.8673 Gratefully Yours, 8 pm @ Putnam Den — 584.8066 One Night Stand, 8 pm @ Saratoga City Tavern — 581.3230 Total Soul, 5:30 pm @ Siro’s — 584.4030 Neshama, 9 pm @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916 Rich Ortiz, 6 pm @ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463 Rob Aronstein, 7 pm @ Wishing Well — 584.7640
saturday, 8/6: Funkalicious, 9 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060 Honey Dewdrops + The Sea, The Sea, 7 pm @ Caffè Lena — 583.0022 Keller + Cannon, 7 pm @ Carson’s Woodside Tavern — 584.9791 Bad Chaperones, 10 pm @ Caroline St. Pub — 583.9400 Sugar Pill, 9 pm @ Druthers — 306.5275 Rich Clements Band, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 Gravity, 7 pm @ Horseshoe Inn — 587.4909 Rick on the Roof, 7 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003 The Schmooze, 10 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003
Matt McCabe + Gary Blodgett, 6 pm @ Olde Bryan Inn — 587.2990
Rich Ortiz 7 pm @ Congress Park — 587.3241
Errorsmith, 9 pm @ Peabody’s — 886.8673
Open Mic w/ Rick Bolton, 8 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359
John Nazarenko, 6 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026
Deena Chappell Trio, 7 pm @ Mouzon House — 226.0014
The Leah Rich Band, 9 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026
Off Track Band, 8 pm @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916
Mournin’ Dove w/ Wings of the Whale + Tell Keller, 7:30 pm @ Putnam Den — 584.8066
Noreen Pratt, 7 pm @ Wishing Well — 584.7640
Tailspin, 9 pm @ Saratoga City Tavern — 581.3230 Marcus Ruggierio, 6 pm @ Siro’s (Funny Cide Bar) — 584.4030 Forthlin Road, 9 pm @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916 Rob Aronstein, 7 pm @ Wishing Well — 584.7640
sunday, 8/7: Padriac Decker, 7 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060 Al Bruno, 9 pm @ Crown Grill — 583.1105 Steve Candlen, 9 pm @ Druthers — 306.5275 Sirsy, 8 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 Rich Ortiz, 6 pm @ Horseshoe Inn — 587.4909 Tweed, noon @ Nanola — 587.1300 Evo2, 3 pm @ Nanola — 587.1300 Bobby Kendall, 6 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026 Deena Chappell, 10:30 am @ Park Side Eatery — 907.4337 Live Jazz Brunch, 10 am @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563 Matt Cosgrove, 8 pm @ Saratoga City Tavern — 581.3230 Red Tail Ring, 8 pm @ The Cock ‘N Bull — 882.6962 Kevin McKrell, 9 pm @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916 Leah Woods Trio, 3 pm @ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463 Rob Aronstein, 7 pm @ Wishing Well — 584.7640
monday, 8/8: Steve Candlen, 7 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060 Russ Kennedy, 6:30 pm @ Brook Tavern — 871.1473 Jeff Walton, 6 pm @ Horseshoe Inn — 587.4909 Marcus Ruggierio, 8 pm @ Saratoga City Tavern — 581.3230 Rob Aronstein, 7 pm @ Wishing Well — 584.7640
Blue Hand Luke, 3 pm @ Nanola — 587.1300
tuesday, 8/9:
Nelson Esposito Quartet, 9 pm @ 9 Maple Avenue — 583.2582
Foldin Money, 7 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060
wednesday, 8/10: Jeff Folmer, 8 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060 R&B W/ Azzaam + Roosevelt, 7pm @ Crown Grill — 583.1105 Toga Boys, 8 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 South Street Saints, 6 pm @ Horseshoe Inn — 587.4909 The Masters of Nostalgia, 8:30 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026 Master Cylinders, 5:30 pm @ Siro’s — 584.4030 Pat Decker, 8 pm @ Saratoga City Tavern — 581.3230 Celtic Session, 7 pm @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916 Karaoke, 9 pm @ The Rusty Nail — 371.9875 Rob Aronstein, 7 pm @ Wishing Well — 584.7640
thursday, 8/11: Pat Decker, 7 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060 Soul Session, 8 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060 Open Mic, 7 pm @ Caffè Lena — 583.0022 Matty Finn, 6 pm @ Carney’s Tavern — 952.7177 Open Mic, 10 pm @ Circus Café — 583.1106 The North + South Dakotas, 8 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 Dirt Cheap, 6 pm @ Horseshoe Inn — 587.4909 Pat Decker on the Roof, 6 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003 Matt McCabe + Rick Bolton, 6 pm @ Old Bryan Inn — 587.2990 Chris Carey + Mike O’Donnell, 8 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026 Knot Dead, 8:30 pm @ Putnam Den — 584.8066 Grand Central Station, 5:30 pm @ Siro’s — 584.4030 Doc Orloff Trio, 8 pm @ Saratoga City Tavern — 581.3230 Celtic Session, 7 pm @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916 Rob Aronstein, 7 pm @ Wishing Well — 584.7640
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Viral!
Local’s Photo Gets Worldwide Exposure
When Kasandra Carda posted her phone camera photo on Facebook, she had no idea it would be picked up by ABC-TV affiliates in Boston, New York City and Raleigh, NC – even the AP got into the act! Continued from front page.
quintessential, only in Saratoga Springs photo op. Mounted Officer John Sesselman, aboard the mighty police horse King Tut – ordering a coffee for himself and a single glazed munchkin for his steed. “It happened by accident, and I couldn’t resist. So I snapped the photo – with my cell phone – and impulsively threw it on Facebook. I knew my friends would like it,” Kasandra said. That became quite an understatement. In short order, she was rapidly accumulating likes, loves, ha ha’s, comments, and shares. Nothing unusual – it’s a great pic. We printed it ourselves on page seven (Neighborhood Buzz – July 29) last week.
But then something else happened. Somehow, one of the “shares” reached the attention of a Boston TV news reporter for WCVB, an ABC News affiliate. Kasandra Carda started getting inquiries from all over the nation. All of a sudden, Kasandra started to worry. She was concerned that this sort of publicity might not be appreciated by her local police department. Here, she was just beginning to launch her own realty firm, Saratoga Spa Realty, LLC – a joint venture with Bella Home Builders and herself (visit SaratogaSpaRealty. com), and as anyone who has started a business knows – there’s already plenty to be concerned with, even with a well-established partner. As it turned out, Kasandra had
nothing to worry about. “I actually reached out to Officer Sesselman, and spoke to his wife, very nice,” she said. “She said everybody in the department loved it!” This was confirmed by Mounted Officer Glenn Barrett, whom Cassandra ran into near the Saratoga Race Course. But, like I said, Kasandra never needed to worry. For the reporter in Boston, the one who somehow got ‘shared’ Kasandra’s quintessential Saratoga photo, and put her on that viral road… Is named…Jenny. Pombo. Sesselman. “She is Officer Sesselman’s sister,” Kasandra said, with a smile. Like my hero Paul Harvey used
to say: “Now you know…” But wait – there’s still more to …the rest of the story. Along the way, ABC Boston shared with other ABC affiliates, as networks are wont to do. Eyewitness News in Raleigh, NC broadcast the photo; Eyewitness News in New York City tweeted it on their page. And along the way, the Associated Press (AP) picked it up. The AP, which is headquartered in New York City, operates in more than 280 locations worldwide. Their affiliates number in the thousands. AP’s 2015 annual report tells the tale: “More than half the world’s population sees content from The Associated Press every day via 15,000 news outlets worldwide.” - Source: ap.org
That, my friends is the definition of viral. There is no way I know of to measure the amount of eyeballs that have seen, or will see, Kasandra’s picture. And it all started right here in Saratoga Springs – where she was born, raised, and lives with her husband and daughter. And she’s a nice person to boot! So help her out - buy a house from her – two if you can afford it. Lest she be tempted to switch to photojournalism or something… Your comments on these and other stories are welcome. Write to me at Arthur@ SaratogaPublishing.com
Grant’s 7-mile long funeral procession took place in New York City. Unique images from that funeral procession will be on display in the Visitor Center later in the day. Special guided tours of the
tooms where Grant spent the last six weeks of his life completing his memoirs will be conducted after the Simpson talk. For more information call 518584-4353 or visit GrantCottage.org
Noted Civil War Author To Speak at Grant Cottage WILTON — Historian, author and educator Brooks D. Simpson will speak this Sunday at 1 p.m. at U.S. Grant Cottage historic site in Wilton. Simpson, who has written six books and co-authored another dozen about Grant and the Civil War, will draw from three of his books: ‘The Reconstruction Presidents’; ‘Ulysses S. Grant, Triumph and Adversity’;
and ‘Let Us Have Peace’ in his presentation on the porch of the Cottage. Professor Simpson is the commemorative speaker at this annual event called “Flags at Half Mast” which acknowledges Grant¹s funeral on this same porch in August of 1885. The event also notes the biggest gathering ever in North America (up to that time) when on August 8 1885
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A Record Siro’s Cup! SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga’s track season was welcomed in style, as a record crowd of more than 1,300 guests flocked to the 23rd Annual Newton Plaza & Marini Homes Siro’s Cup, a benefit for the Center for Disability Services Foundation, on Thursday, July 21, the eve of opening day at the Saratoga Race Course. The popular event raised more than $300,000, a new record amount. Marylou Whitney and John Hendrickson attended as they have for many years. Trainer Kiaran McLaughlin was the evening’s honoree, and many friends and fans turned out to cheer him on. George R. Hearst III, Chairperson of the
Center’s Foundation Board, described McLaughlin as an all around “good guy” who has had tremendous success with horses in the United States, Canada, Japan and Dubai. McLaughlin was presented with James Fiorentino’s original artwork of Invasor, Horse of the Year and Top Ranked Thoroughbred Racehorse in 2006 and winner of the 2006 Whitney Handicap. In honor of McLaughlin’s award, Billy Fuccillo of Fuccillo Automotive Group made a surprise donation of $50,000 to the Center on behalf of his business and his 2,000 employees in New York State. Guests danced to the music of The Electric City Horns,
and savored food from Siro’s kitchen. Saati Deli & Catering provided appetizers and Villa Italia presented a beautiful display of unique desserts. There was a silent auction, including a custom made carriage bed fit for a princess, donated by David DePaulo of Bella Home Builders, a raffle and lots of mingling among new and old friends. The Center for Disability Services, known as the place where people get better at life, is a resource for people of all ages who have disabilities. Many of its innovative programs and vital services are not available elsewhere.
Photo by Alice Corey Photography
Staff to go Ape over Saratoga Children’s Theatre!
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Well, listen – sometimes you just got to go a little jungle during this crazy season. Apparently, the staff of Saratoga Children’s Theater agrees, as they will be presenting Tarzan: The Stage Musical, which is based on the story Tarzan of the Apes by Edgar Rice Burroughs and the Disney film Tarzan.
But in case you have been living in a tree somewhere, let me share that this Tarzan features heart-pumping music by rock legend Phil Collins and a book by Tony Award-winning playwright, David Henry Hwang. High-flying excitement and hits like the Academy Award winning “You’ll Be in My Heart” as well as “Son of Man” and “Two Worlds” make Tarzan an unforgettable theatrical experience. Washed up on the shores of West Africa, an infant boy is taken in and raised by gorillas – and give him the name Tarzan. Apart from striving for acceptance from
his ape father, Tarzan’s life is mostly monkey business until a human expedition treks into his tribe’s territory and he encounters creatures like himself for the first time. Tarzan struggles to navigate a jungle, thick with emotion as he discovers his animal upbringing clashing with his human instincts. Performances are Friday, August 5 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, August 6 at 7:30 p.m. in Dee Sarno Theater, Saratoga Arts Center. General Admission $10. Kids 10 and under FREE. For more information, visit saratogachildrenstheatre.org, or call 518-430-7423, to assure yourself a swinging vine good time!
Lights, Camera, BSpa! Ballston Spa Short Film Festival Celebrates Nine Years
BALLSTON SPA — The ninth annual Ballston Spa Short Film Festival will be held Friday and Saturday evenings, August 5 and 6 in Ballston Spa. This free, family-friendly event presents short films up to 15 minutes in length from local, national and international filmmakers.
The Ballston Spa Film Festival is free to attend in order to enable families with children to have a fun night or two out with little expense. Screenings will be held in the Ballston Spa High School auditorium (BSHS) at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and outdoors in the Old Iron Spring Park, Front Street at 9 p.m. both evenings. Fun prescreening events will be held in Old Iron Spring Park 8 – 9 p.m. both evenings, and after parties follow the evening
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screenings both nights at Brookside Museum. The Awards Ceremony will take place at the Saturday evening after party. This year’s Festival will present 38 short films in four slates spread over two evenings. Inside slates run approximately one hour and 15 minutes, outdoor slates run approximately an hour and each slate will present a different selection of films. The full list of film selections is available by visiting BSpaFilm.org.
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Robin Mark to Perform WILTON — Irish, Christian recording artist Robin Mark will be in Saratoga Springs on Saturday, August 6, at New Life Fellowship, located at 51 Old Gick Road, Wilton. He will present an evening of his popular Praise and Worship music beginning at 7pm. Tickets are available through advance purchase only. Ticket price is $18, and can be obtained by calling the church at 518-5801810, or by email at: office@newlifeinsaratoga.org Robin Mark has sold over 2 million albums worldwide, was nominated in 2006 for a Dove award for his song “Days of Elijah”,
received the GMA international award and has four international gold discs. His songs have been
translated into many different languages and sung by worshippers around the entire globe.
S.A.V.E. the Lake Festival in Lake George
Stony Creek Band
LAKE GEORGE — The fourth annual S.A.V.E. the Lake Festival takes place this weekend at Shepard’s Park on Canada Street in Lake George, New York. The festival provides funds to protect Lake George with scienceguided solutions so that Lake George will be viable for the enjoyment of future generations. There is a great weekend of entertainment, starting on Friday, August 5 with music from 4 to 8 p.m. One of the area’s premier party bands, Grand Central Station, will perform from 6 to 8 p.m.. On Saturday, August 6, music begins at 1 p.m. with Lake George’s legendary Stony Creek Band. The band’s roots go back to 1973 when John Strong, a folksinger/guitarist
from Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains joined forces with Hank Soto, a guitarist/songwriter from Germany’s Bavarian Alps. The band evolved into a 7-piece musical powerhouse and has morphed into the extraordinary five piece current configuration. At 3:45 p.m, the Bluz House Rockers, celebrating their 20th year, takes the stage. Members of the New York State Blues Hall of Fame, the band covers a wide repertoire of music from Sinatra to the Allman Brothers. On Sunday, August 7, the Jonathan Newell band performs at noon and The Audiostars perform at 2:30 p.m. Led by legendary front man
Jay Yager, The Audiostars bring their energy and passion to songs you all know and love. The three-day festival also features a beer/wine tent, food vendors, pony rides, children’s bounce houses, boat wash demonstrations and a “Ga-Ga Pit” sponsored by area Girl Scouts. Admission is a $10 donation or $25 for a weekend pass. Children under 16 are free. All proceeds benefit the fight against invasive species. The festival has raised over $22,000 to support the lake’s new mandatory boat inspection program. For more information, call 518-668-5771.
39 Adirondack Christian Fellowship 8 Mountain Ledge, Wilton 587-0623 | acfsaratoga.com Services: Sunday 8 a.m. & 10 a.m. Adirondack Friends Meeting 27 Saratoga Ave, South Glens Falls 793-3755 | adirondackfriendsmeeting.org Regina Baird Haag, Pastor Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Assembly of God Faith Chapel 6 Burgoyne St, Schuylerville 695-6069 | Rev. Jason Proctor Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m. Assembly of God Saratoga 118 Woodlawn Ave, Saratoga Springs 584-6081 | Services: Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Bacon Hill Reformed Church* 560 Route 32N, Bacon Hill | 695-3074 Rev. Janet Vincent | Services: Worship service 10 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m. Baha’i Community of Saratoga Springs 584-9679; 692-7694 | usbnc.org Ballston Center Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church 58 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa | 885-7312 ballstoncenterarpchurch.org Services: Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m. Ballston Spa United Methodist Church 101 Milton Ave, Ballston Spa 885-6886 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Bethesda Episcopal Church* 41 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs Bethesdachurch.org | 584-5980 The Very Rev’d Marshall J. Vang Services: Sunday 8:00AM & 10:00AM Calvary Capital District 17 Low Street, Ballston Spa | Pastor Andrew Holt Services: Sunday 10 am | calvarycd.com Church of Christ at Clifton Park 7 Old Route 146, Clifton Park 371-6611 | cliftonparkchurchofchrist.com Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Christ Community Reformed Church 1010 Route 146, Clifton Park | 371-7654 ccrc-cpny.org | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Christ Episcopal Church Routes 50 & 67, Ballston Spa | 885-1031 Services: Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. Christian Restoration Ministries Saratoga Senior Center 5 Williams St, Saratoga Springs 796-4323 | Pastor Pat Roach Services: Sunday 10 a.m.; 6:30 p.m. Christian Science Church 107 Circular St, Saratoga Springs 584-0221 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Community Alliance Church 257 Rowland St, Ballston Spa 885-6524 | Services: Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Congregation Shaara Tfille* 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs 584-2370 | saratogasynagogue.org Services: Saturday 10 a.m. Corinth Free Methodist Church 20 Hamilton Ave, Corinth 654-9255; 792-0271 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Corinth United Methodist Church 243 Main Street, Corinth 654-2521 | cfumc@cnyconnect.net Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Cornerstone Community Church 516 Park Ave., Mechanicville | 664-5204 mycornerstonechurch.org | Pastor Frank Galerie Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Community 2001 Route 9, Round Lake 877-8506 | ccorpusc@nycap.rr.com Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.;
RELIGION Eastern Orthodox — Christ the Savior 349 Eastline Road, Ballston Spa 786-3100 | xcsavior@yahoo.com. Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. First Baptist Church of Saratoga Springs 45 Washington St, Saratoga Springs 584-6301 | Services: Sunday 11 a.m. First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa 202 Milton Ave, Ballston Spa 885-8361 | bspabaptist.org Services: 10:30 a.m. worship, 9 a.m. Sunday School (all ages) First Presbyterian Church of Ballston Spa 22 West High St, Ballston Spa 885-5583 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Full Gospel Tabernacle 207 Redmond Road, Gansevoort 793-2739 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Galway United Methodist Church 2056 East St, Galway | 882-6520 galway-united-methodist-church.com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. (9 a.m. in July and August) Grace Fellowship Saratoga 165 High Rock Ave, Saratoga | 691-0301 saratoga.gracefellowship.com Pastor: Mike Adams Services: Sundays 9 & 11 a.m. Grace Brethren Church* 137 W. Milton Road, Ballston Spa 587-0649 | Rev. Dan Pierce Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Greater Grace Community Church Pastor David Moore | 899-7777 thechurch@ggccmalta.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Greenfield Center Baptist Church 30 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center | 893-7429 Services: Sunday School for all ages - 9:45 a.m.; Church Service - 11 a.m. Highway Tabernacle Church 90 River Road, Mechanicville | 664-4442 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Hope Church 206 Greenfield Ave, Ballston Spa 885-7442 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Jonesville United Methodist 963 Main St, Clifton Park 877-7332 | Services: Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Living Springs Community Church 59 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs 584-9112 | Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Living Waters Church of God 4330 State Rt. 50, Saratoga Springs 587-0484 | livingwaterscog.us Services: Sundays 10 a.m. Malta Presbyterian Church Dunning Street, Malta 899-5992 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Malta Ridge United Methodist Church 729 Malta Ave. Ext, Malta 581-0210 | Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Middle Grove United Methodist Church* 581-2973 | Pastor Bonnie Bates Services: Sunday 9 a.m. Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Corner of Jefferson St. & Crescent St. Saratoga Springs | 584-9441 Rev. Dr. Victor L. Collier, Pastor New Horizon Church 150 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs 587-0711 | Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. New Life Fellowship 51 Old Gick Road, Saratoga Springs 580-1810 | newlifeinsaratoga.org. Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.
NorthStar Church Gowana Middle School, Clifton Park 371-2811 | northstarchurch.com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. Old Saratoga Reformed Church* 48 Pearl St., Schuylerville oldsaratogareformedchurch.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Old Stone Church (American Baptist) 159 Stone Church Road, Ballston Spa 583-1002 | Services: Sunday 9 a.m.; Adult Sunday School 9 a.m.; Service 10:30 a.m. Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic Church* 73 Midline Road, Ballston Lake 399-5713 | Services: Saturday 5 p.m. Sunday 8:15 & 10:15 a.m. Presbyterian-NE Congregational Church 24 Circular St, Saratoga Springs 584-6091 | pnecchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m. Quaker Springs United Methodist Church* 466 Route 32 South, Quaker Springs 695-3101 | qsumc.com Pastor Al Johnson Services: Sunday 9 a.m. River of Hope Fellowship 100 Saratoga Village Blvd, Malta Cmns, Ste. 3 | 881-1505 riverofhopefellowship.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Roman Catholic Church of St. Peter 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-2375 | Services: Saturday 5 p.m.; Sunday 7:30, 9 and 11 a.m. St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church 231 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs 584-6122 | Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8, 9:30, 11:15 a.m. and 5 p.m., 1 p.m. Spanish Service St. George’s Episcopal Church 912 Route 146, Clifton Park 371-6351 | stgeorge@csdsl.net Services: Saturday 4:30 p.m.; Sunday 8 & 9:30 a.m. St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church* 3159 Route 9N, Greenfield Center 893-7680 stjosephschurchgreenfieldcenter.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m. St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church* 167 Milton Ave, Ballston Spa 885-7411 | stmarysbsta.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., Noon. St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church* 771 Route 29, Rock City Falls 893-7680 | sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com Services: Sunday 8:30 am. St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 149 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs 584-0904 | Services: Saturday 5 p.m.; Sundays 8:30 & 11 a.m. St. Peter Lutheran Church 2776 Route 9, Malta | 583-4153 Services: Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School at 9:15 a.m. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church 1 Grove Street, Schuylerville 695-3918 | Rev. Donna J. Arnold Services: Sunday 8 & 9 a.m. St. Thomas of Canterbury 242 Grooms Road, Halfmoon st-thomas-of-canterbury.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Saratoga Abundant Life Church 2325 Route 50 South, Saratoga Springs 885-5456 | SALChurch.org Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.
Week of August 5 – August 11, 2016 Saratoga Chabad 130 Circular St, Saratoga Springs 526-0773 | saratogachabad.com Saratoga Friends Meeting (Quaker) Rts. 32 and 71, Quaker Springs 587-7477; 399-5013 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Saratoga United Methodist Church* Henning Road, Saratoga Springs 584-3720 | saratogaumc.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Saratoga Seventh-Day Adventist Church 399 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs 882-9384 | saratogasda.org Services: Sabbath School: 10 a.m. Worship Service: 11:30 a.m. Schuylerville United Methodist Church* 51 Church St, Schuylerville 695-3101 | sumethodist.org Services: Worship at 11am Shenendehowa United Methodist 971 Route 146, Clifton Park 371-7964 Services: Sunday 9 & 10:30 a.m. Simpson United Methodist Church Rock City Road, Rock City Falls 885-4794 Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m. Soul Saving Station for Every Nation Christ Crusaders of America 62 Henry St, Saratoga Springs Services: Sunday 10 a.m. www.SOULSAVINGSTATIONCHURCH.COM Stillwater United Church (Presbyterian U.S.A.) 747 Hudson Avenue, Stillwater | 664-7984 stillwaterunitedchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Temple Sinai* 509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-8730 | saratogasinai.org Shabbat Services: Friday 6 p.m. or 8p.m. (rotating schedule) Saturdays: 10:30a.m. Terra Nova Church* 45 Washington St, Saratoga Springs 833-0504 | terranovachurch.org Services: Sunday 5:30 p.m. The Salvation Army/ Worship, Service & Community Center 27 Woodlawn Ave, Saratoga Springs 584-1640 Services: Sunday School 10 a.m.; Praise & Worship 11 a.m. Trinity United Methodist Church 155 Ballard Road, Gansevoort 584-9107 | tumcwilton.com Rev Keith Mann Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-1555 | uusaratoga.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Unity Church in Albany 21 King Ave., Albany 453-3603 Services: Sunday 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. West Charlton United Presbyterian Church 1331 Sacandaga Road, West Charlton 882-9874 | westcharltonupc.org Rev. Thomas Gregg, Pastor Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Wilton Baptist Church 755 Saratoga Road, Wilton 583-2736 wiltonbaptistchurch.com Services: Sunday 11 a.m.
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Puzzles Across 1 Dancing shoe item 4 Initially 11 Doo-wop syllable 14 Modern address 15 Seedless raisin 16 Oakley forte 17 Cape Town’s nation: Abbr. 18 Farm hauler 19 Jurist in 1995 news 20 Area 23 “Come __!” 24 Govt. stipend provider 25 __ Addict: fragrance brand 27 Spot relative 28 Hound 31 Fictional Melbourne Dame 32 SONIC’s Quarter Pound Coneys, e.g. 37 “Sweet as apple cider” girl of song 38 Extinct emu relative 39 1985 sci-fi classic 48 “Argo” setting 49 Flying Cloud, for one 50 “... __ is given”: Isaiah 51 Sub builder 52 It may be pitched 55 High-level predator 56 Hamlet’s satisfied comment about the starts of 20-, 32- and 39-Across? 61 Dadaism founder 62 Virgin America’s frequent-flyer program 63 Pipe turn 64 Commuter’s choice 65 Backs out 66 “The Murders in the __ Morgue” 67 Star quality 68 Ballpark officials 69 Old atlas abbr. Down 1 Alienate 2 Hall of fame 3 Tenor Domingo 4 Concerning 5 Gang lands 6 Reasons for breakdowns 7 Result of many a bite 8 Deserve
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See puzzle solution on page 54 9 Storm output 10 Hawaiian root 11 Took marriage vows 12 Top-ten tune 13 Latin trio word 21 Unit of speed 22 Had too much 26 Dorm figs. 29 Words of woe 30 Idle, with “off” 33 Fired 34 Potpourri quality 35 “The Great” boy detective 36 Greek consonant 39 Bridge column datum 40 Decorator’s recommendation 41 Nymph in Homer’s “Odyssey”
42 Baby bootee, often 43 “Wait, there’s more” 44 Ticker __ 45 Loan sharks 46 Eponymous city founder 47 Co-dependency figure 53 Oklahoma tribe 54 Playful fish-eater 57 “His,” per Ambrose Bierce 58 Juice you can’t drink: Abbr. 59 Attorney general after Barr 60 Gas company with a green-bordered logo 61 Profiled penny prez
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WINNER’S CIRCLE Saratoga TODAY Newspaper’s Guide to the 2016 Racing Season at the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, New York
Whitney Preview: Older Horses Know The Way
by Brendan O’Meara for Saratoga TODAY Older horses rarely get much press. Most of the older horses are clock punchers for most of the year – running in the graded stakes races that elude most people’s eye. We’re a three-year-old country with Kentucky Derby goggles. Beyond that, try finding the love for some of the former headliners, for the ones logging miles, crisscrossing the sky and burning rubber in Brookledge vans. Their real time in the spotlight is at the Breeders’ Cup, but there are
a few lightning strikes throughout the calendar year with this weekend being one of them. Enter the Whitney Handicap, or Whitney Invitational, or The Whitney, run at 1 1/8 miles over Saratoga’s main track for horse racing’s geriatrics. And let’s welcome them with a palm full of peppermints or carrots. I think most of us can agree that the three-year-olds have not held up their end of the bargain. They are made all the more fallible since they follow in the titanic footprints of American Pharoah’s 2015 campaign, one that saw him lose just once—at the Cemetery of Blue Ribbons—this after ping-ponging across the country between east-coast showdowns. Laoban won the broke his maiden in the Grade II Jim Dandy, which nobody saw - coming over colts like Destin and Mohaymen. And wherever Exaggerator goes, so too does the mud. Does this horse come with his own low-pressure weather system? He’s the only horse where a forecast really matters, like before you set up multi-race tickets with him you need to seriously weigh the likely or unlikely outcome of a fast
or muddy/sloppy track. Some handicappers will say not all mud is created equal. Just because Exaggerator won in the mud at Santa Anita, will he like it in the Preakness? As it turned out - yes. Will he like the mud in the New Jersey just because he liked California and Maryland mud? This horse was bred to run in a monsoon. He’s got this childish way of bounding over the mud like a little girl in yellow galoshes. It’s so playful and ultimately cruel what he’s able to do. Maybe he’ll be the first horse to scratch from a race because the track is too fast, not enough rain. Anyway, he ran a smashing Haskell while Nyquist, the nearly forgettable Derby winner, who at this point will be lucky to win another race this year, finished third. The only three-year-old race remaining on the calendar that Nyquist has a shot at winning may be the Pennsylvania Derby. The Travers, always in doubt, now looks like a bad idea. Horseplayers would love Nyquist to show up at Saratoga because he’ll take a ton of money and probably miss the board. You can always cross
your fingers, but I wouldn’t hold your breath longer than three seconds. All this being said, now’s the chance for the older horses to brush off the little boys in the three-year-old division and show them a thing or two about seasoned speed. When the year is over it will be Frosted’s Met Mile that will stand out as the racing moment of the year. Why? He won by a pole (14 ½ lengths) in a time of 1:32.73. The questions surrounding him are can he get two turns and can he get more than a mile? “We just hope the two turns . . . obviously, he is supposed to regress some, yet we still hope to win,” trainer Kiaran McLaughlin told reporters Tuesday afternoon. “He won the Wood Memorial at a mile and an eighth, was third here in the Travers —when we lost Joel [Rosario] right before the race [to injury], which would have made a difference, I believe. He won the Pennsylvania Derby at a mile and an eighth. We feel comfortable and confident that the mile and an eighth is not going to be an issue.”
Effinex, the horse, if given the option, would probably excel at races longer than six miles, joins Frosted for the Whitney. At five years old, he may as well be wearing a top hat and monocle, but he’s out there grinding it out for a chance at the $1.25 million. “He’s so big and strong and likes to lengthen out,” said trainer Jimmy Jerkens. “I think [jockey Mike Smith] feels more comfortable riding him when he has plenty of room.” Should Frosted regress, which McLaughlin thinks is only natural, that pulls horses like the deep-closing Effinex back into the mix. At 7-2 on the morning line, you could do worse with a horse like Effinex, but with Frosted raking in most of the dough based on that anomalous effort in Belmont (Not hatin’ on the horse, but let’s call a spade a spade here), a horse like Effinex should be one of the first two horses on the wire the second and final time by. Every once and awhile, it’s nice to see the older horses get theirs. Now that California Chrome and Dortmund rule the west, let’s see how the kings of the east fare before their ultimate clash at Del Mar in November.
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“Who Da Ya Like?” the track programs’ past performances are less difficult to understand than you think. The “key” is learning where
to look and in what sequence. Handicapping is FUNdamental if you know the Four Cs: Connections, Capabilities,
most of the races. Current standings are printed in the track program. Start with that list. Then move to the past performances
accomplished on the racetrack is recorded in a career box. The box presents lifetime starts and earnings, race record over the
Current Form and Conditions. CONNECTIONS: Determining the horse “ya like” begins with people. Horses race under the care of trainers; a jockey rides horses. Nothing earth shattering here, but the top 10 trainers and jockeys win
and determine how well each trainer and jockey is faring. In our program example, trainer Mitchell Friedman has run but a single horse; jockey Aaron Gryder has but one ride. CAPABILITIES: What a horse has
current and previous racing season, performance over today’s course, surface and distance. Wins, in-the-money finishes and performance by surface provide a picture of consistency or lack thereof. The career box suggests Can Can Babe is better on synthetic surfaces, wet tracks and turf than on dirt. Can Can Babe won 4/10 races in 2015. She earned a win a second thus far in 2016 as she rounds into form. Additionally, each horse earns speed and pace ratings for each effort it makes in a race. The higher the number the faster the speed or pace. Fast horses usually win over slower horses. But horses are not machines and figures earned vary. Speed and pace figures help you decide who is fast enough to compete and predict which might be faster today. Can Can Babe’s most recent speed figure is an 81. She has run a 99 in the past. CURRENT FORM: Equine athletes are not machines. They are trained and conditioned in much the same way as most professional athletes. After each race, like most athletes, horses feel the effects of their effort. Most need a certain amount of time to recover. Some are capable of holding form through several
by Tom Amello for Saratoga TODAY At the racetrack, “Who da ya like?” is the question. Deciding which horse or horses ya like and why it is critical to pari-mutuel success. The answer is in the track program. Though at first intimidating,
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Here’s a way to Find a Horse to Like races. Others, like NFL players sustaining minor injuries, need longer “vacations”, layoffs, before returning to the race wars. Simply put, horses round into form, perform and cycle out of form. If horses were people, I imagine they would often call in sick. Health and race fitness is the trainer’s job. Trainers recognize when horses require time to recover. Can Can Babe has been rested since her June 16 race after being claimed (purchased) by these connections. Racing dates are listed at the far left of the past performance box. The dates indicate how often each horse makes it to the races. Lines between the dates indicate time away in recovery. Additionally, each line indicates track condition, surface and distance, fractions and final time of each race, the age level and sex of the runners, the class level (a topic for another time), pace and speed ratings, and the running position from start to finish. Some horses race better over different tracks, surfaces and distances. Some race well after a layoff; others don’t. Can Can Babe won once following a 30-day rest from December to January. Finish position is a reflection of current form against that day’s level of competition. Horses finishing in-the-money or in the front half of the field in their most recent races can be viewed as being in good form. Consistent rear-half finishers are cycling either out of form, overmatched at the class level, or cycling back into form. Can Can Babe returns to racing after a layoff since June 16. CONDITIONS: Because it is so important
to trainers, handicappers should pay attention as well. The Racing Secretary writes a book of races from which trainers will opt to race. This Condition Book is a form of racetrack bible. The intent is to bring horses of near equal ability together to race for purse money. Some races are open to all. Most races restrict or bar certain horses. The specific race condition identifies which horses may or may not enter to run. Why might horses be barred from running in a race? To keep young developing horses together, and to level the playing field for elders. If not, the better horses would always beat up on and defeat the lesser. So, the intent of the condition is to invite eligible horses of relatively equal ability to enter. Conditions are not unusual in sport. Professionals always win open golf or tennis tournaments; professionals are barred from amateur tournaments. Today’s condition example is a claiming race. All horses entered are for sale for $20,000 and may be bought by licensed horsemen through a “claim” process. This race is for females (Fillies and Mares), ages Three Years old and Upward. Threeyear-olds carry weight of 120 pounds; older carry 124 pounds. Horses carry weight plus the jockey. Elders carry more than three-year olds. In this condition, Non-winners Of Two Races in 2016 are allowed to carry 2 pounds less. Nonwinners of A Race in 2016 are allowed to carry 4 pounds less. Good horses that win are “penalized” and carry more
weight than ‘Non-winners’, a euphemism for Losers. Weight carried is a concern for trainers. They seek race conditions that give their horse a weight advantage. Horses that best fit the written restrictions of the condition don’t always win, but are always contenders to win. That’s why it pays to learn to read and understand the race conditions. Mastering the FUNdamental Four Cs of Connections, Capabilities, Current Form and Conditions will help you answer the question, “who da ya like?” Tom Amello Tom Amello began his Thoroughbred education over 50 years ago. In 1984, Tom created his own database of New York trainers & horses that became the foundation for the Saratoga selection sheet, Trackfacts. For over twenty years Tom produced and hosted original programming covering Thoroughbred racing for Capital District OTB Television. Tom conducts numerous handicapping seminars and workshops, including participation in “Count Down to…” programs at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame and the “History, Horses and Handicapping” program at SUNY Empire State College’s Academy for Lifelong Learning. In 2013, Tom published Playing the Odds Board: Gateway to the Game ™, a guide that makes betting easier to understand and more fun for those new to Thoroughbred racing. Tom, with his daughter Kate, owns and operates the Brunswick at Saratoga Bed & Breakfast at 143 Union Avenue in Saratoga Springs. Contact Tom at trkfacts@nycp.rr.ocm.
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Weezie at the Flagpole
by Louisa Foye for Saratoga TODAY With the second weekend in the books, it is hard not to marvel at the exceptional racing we’ve already witnessed over the first nine days! Starting on Wednesday, the emotions were palpable in the Winner’s Circle following NYRA’S own Maggie Wolfendale’s Trainer-hubby Tom Morley’s very first Stakes victory, when the 5-year-old mare, Haveyougoneaway, captured the Grade II Honorable Miss in a thrilling photo finish over the 7-5 favorite, Paulassilverlining. It is sweet
moments like they shared, brought on by the thrill of this victory, particularly in Saratoga, that make it easy to embrace the Sport of Kings! In Thursday’s John Morrissey, a New York-bred Stakes, it was heartwarming to see Charlie Baker’s gutsy 9-year old gelding, Moonlight Song, become the repeat winner of this same race after a yearlong layoff ! To add to this joy, it was also the 1000th Win in the young career of Jose Ortiz, which is an amazing feat for a 22-year-old Jockey! Also on this card was the annual occurrence of Hall of Famer Bill Mott’s Birthday tradition of winning! In spite of the fact that Leap Year actually made it happen a day early, it was still great fun to see the classy 63-year-old win the 2nd and 6th races, keeping his uncanny streak alive! He has won a birthday race 15 out of the past 20 years, with three of these years being Dark Days, and he recently won seven straight years! Bravo Bill! In the 5th Race on Thursday, the affable young Trainer Jeremiah Englehart, aka “Big Miah,” saw his first
time starter Macho Miah race home to victory. Somehow the fact that this 2-year old colt was named after “Big Miah” was lost on Race Caller, Larry Collmus, as he insisted on pronouncing Macho Miah’s name as if he was a filly named MIA! Englehart is tied for 5th Place in the Trainer Standings with Graham Motion at 4 Wins for the Meet, but even more impressively, they both are winning at a 36% clip, along with 4th Place leader Jason Servis, who has 5 Wins. Todd Pletcher pulled even with Chad Brown with 9 Wins each, following his victory in The Coronation Cup on Monday with Mike Repole’s impressive 3-year old filly, Lost Raven, with Jose Ortiz on board! Kiaran McLaughlin remains in 3rd Place in the standings with 7 Wins, and is still hitting at an incredible rate of 44%, compared to Chad and Todd’s rates of 24% and 19%, respectively, albeit for the fact they have way more starters coming out of their huge barns! How appropriate it was that a fine looking 3-year old son of the great champion Curlin would win The Curlin Stakes in Friday’s feature! Connect, trained by Chad Brown, and ridden by Hall of Famer Johnny V, was very impressive in victory with a
100 Beyer figure! Connect’s stable mate Gift Box placed in The Curlin, and together they provide Chad Brown with a formidable “1-2 Punch” for The Travers! After lackluster performances by the grey trio of Mohaymen, Creator and Destin in The Jim Dandy, and with a less than stellar outing for Kentucky Derby victor Nyquist in The Haskell, our Travers is certainly shaping up to be a wide open Mid Summer Derby! In spite of the fact that Exaggerator looked very good going from last to first in the slop once again, while winning The Haskell as he did The Preakness, I’m still not convinced that he can win over any other surface or condition. I just can’t put much credence in the anomaly that is his in the slop! That being said, he appears for the moment to be the leader in his class for yearend awards, but that could all change later this month! Mohaymen remains a mystery for Kiaran, as he continues to go backwards after his impressive start with wins in the Remsen, Holy Bull and Fountain of Youth, but with disappointing losses in the Florida and Kentucky Derby, and now in the Jim Dandy after an almost three month layoff. In spite of wins in the Arkansas Derby and The
Belmont, Creator’s stock is not rising, either, nor is Destin’s, after his Tampa Bay Derby victory and second in the Belmont. We can only imagine what may happen next in this unpredictable field of 3-year olds! Earlier on Saturday, the Grade II Amsterdam proved to be quite an adventure when Jose Ortiz, aboard Quijote, attempting a dangerous maneuver in a tricky spot midway through the turn, was almost dropped! (This turned out to be a precursor of what would happen later in the day, when Laoban actually did drop Jose in the gallop out after winning the Jim Dandy!) After apparently clipping heels with the horse in front of him, Quijote stumbled badly and almost went down, and it’s an absolute miracle that Jose somehow managed to stay aboard and avoid catastrophe, using every bit of his acrobatic and athletic skills! However, this almost accident caused Joel Rosario, coming from the back of the pack, to check the eventual winner, New Yorkbred, Mind Your Biscuits! Fortunately, Joel was able to recover, and rode the rail to victory! Saratoga’s racing fans were graced by the presence of the great Flintshire in the Grade II Bowling Green. Last year this
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Week Two Recap gem of a horse wowed us in the Sword Dancer, but if possible, this year’s win was even more breathtaking! Coming from last to first for Javi Castellano, (and now being trained by Chad Brown) this amazing 6-year old put the pedal to the metal in the stretch, after being boxed in, and with ridiculously slow fractions early on, and incredibly, under just a hand ride by Javi, was able to put the field away in less than a furlong, and was even eased up before the finish! We saw a glimpse into the future in Saturday’s 3rd Race, when the extremely precocious 2-year old, Theory, made
his debut for Todd Pletcher and Johnny V with an easy win. I will be keeping tabs on him! In the Grade I Alfred G. Vanderbilt, the lightly raced 6-year-old gelding, A.P. Indian, showed us why he is the up and coming star in his sprint division! The equine son of Indian Charlie (not to be confused with the ever hilarious and controversial human found on IndianCharlie.com!) is trained by the Frenchman, Arnaud Delacour, and was ridden by none other than “Jersey Joe” Bravo. In a short field in the Grade III Shuvee on Sunday, the 4-year-old daughter of
Curlin, Curalina, romped to an impressive 7-length victory in the slop for Todd Pletcher and Johnny V. Saving the best for last, no recap of the second weekend could be complete without talking about the jaw dropping, wire-to wire upset victory by the 27-1 longshot MAIDEN, Laoban! Under a confident ride by Jose Ortiz, the son of the already prodigious Sire, Uncle Mo, paid a whopping $56 for his shocking victory! The ever irrepressible Cajun, Trainer Eric Guillot, was in rare form with post race comments including, “we don’t dance to elevator
music...my partner and I dance to Zydeco!” when asked how he could enter a Maiden in a $600,000 Stakes Race! He is an interviewer’s dream, and is just too darn funny to dismiss! When asked how he managed the victory, the gregarious Trainer said, “we put ‘em to sleep and then hit the snooze button at the Quarter Pole, and they forgot to hear the alarm!” When teased about his verbosity while “holding court” in the Winner’s Circle, he quipped, “Sometimes it’s a hung jury!” I can only hope to get an invite to his Pre-Travers Gumbo Party for a taste of his voodoo magic!
In closing, I’d like to ask Delmar’s racing fans how they could possibly let the full Sister of American Pharaoh, the 2-year old filly American Cleopatra, go off at 7-1 in her debut on Sunday? I know it hurt when she paid $16.60, leaving many bettors looking stupid, as they’ll never get her at those odds again! After watching the seemingly invincible Beholder go down in defeat on Saturday to Stellar Wind, I guess they were still in shock! See you next week for a recap of The Whitney!
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Eclipse Award-winning jockey Javier Castellano surprises a guest at the drivethru of the Dunkin’ Donuts restaurant on South Broadway in Saratoga Springs
Hall of Fame jockey John Velazquez surprises a guest at the drive-thru of the Dunkin’ Donuts restaurant on South Broadway in Saratoga Springs.
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Raucci’s Corner by Arthur Gonick for Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Last week, we introduced you to our renaissance man / friend Joe Raucci, and gave you an insight into his racing historian enthusiasm as expressed in one of the
largest private collections of racing memorabilia in the world. Today, we delve deeper into programs – probably the largest subcategory in his collection. This segment emphasizes Saratoga itself – the largest sub-sub-category – and present Joe’s thoughts on each.
“1936: This one is one of the old style ‘flip up’programs that were popular in that era. This one has Seabiscuit entered - only to be a late scratch, to the dismay of that weekday crowd.”
“The 1954 program contains the great Native Dancer's last career start. It was an easy Gallup under 137 pounds in a non-betting affair. Although racing only three times that year, he was a unanimous choice for Horse of the Year.”
This 1928 program gives a nice view of those who directed the track. Many famous racing names, as well as Captains of Industry. A who’s who of American royalty.”
“These mutuel tickets represent all five racetracks of the New York racing circuit when these tracks ruled The Sport Of Kings in North America.”
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“Affirmed /Alydar 1978: “The Triple Crown that year went to Affirmed, the eleventh Triple Crown ever. Arguably the greatest rivalry in the history of horse racing – each time Alydar was second, but narrowed the gap in each TC race, culminating at the Belmont, as they battled head-to-head beginning halfway down the backstretch all the way to the wire. Alydar second again. “But they would meet one more time...The summer of 1978. It would be Saratoga and the Travers...The dream race. The stands would rumble with a then-track record crowd of over fifty thousand. “Unfortunately, the race would never equal the hype... Affirmed won again, only to be disqualified. Alydar would get the trophy. That being said... Affirmed would continue onto horse racing immortality. Alydar would fizzle. He would never return to his old form. He would become a great sire. But that too, was cut short by his untimely and, to some, suspicious death at Calumet Farms. A sad ending for the most famous bridesmaid of all time.”
“This shows the evolution of programs from when the governing body was known as the Saratoga Association (on left- in 1928) thru NYRA (right) in their first year – 1955” “Life under wartime: The 1943 program is a wartime version when all five New York Associations ran their meets as one at the now defunct Jamaica Racecourse.”
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It’s Jockey-oke! Sixth Annual Saratoga Jockey Karaoke ‘Contest’ Benefits PDJF by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Well, this one’s a category killer. It involves sportsmen and women, but it’s not sports… it involves Horse Racing people, but it’s not really Winner’s Circle material either. PULSE? Well, to paraphrase the thoughts of Trainer/ Judge Todd Pletcher and the
other Judges this evening: “Ladies and gentlemen, this is hardly music.” So we put it here. But wherever we put it – the important message shines through. The message of helping a fallen brother – loyalty to their comrades – a message that is military in nature. The Permanently Disabled Jockeys’ Fund (PDJF) is a charity that provides financial assistance to 61 former jockeys who have suffered catastrophic on-track injuries and are consequently wheel chair dependent. Founded in 2006, the PDJF has disbursed more than $7 million to permanently disabled jockeys, most of whom have sustained paralysis or traumatic brain injuries. The Fund is a cooperative effort among racetracks, jockeys, horsemen, owners, and racing fans. Visit www.pdjf.org for further information. The jockey colony that turned out represents some of the leading lights of the sport. They were greeted by thunderous applause and wild laughter, Emceed eminently by Tom Durkin. “Jockeys are highly competitive, especially at Saratoga, and that drive carries over
into the karaoke contest,” said PDJF Board Member John Velazquez. “It’s really fun but we take it seriously, too. We all have a good time but
everybody wants to win.” A video proceeding the festivities, and a heartwarming tribute to PDJF President Nancy LaSala for her 10 years of
PDJF stewardship, brought the important message home: I am my brother’s/sister’s keeper.
Photos by Francesco D’Amico
Front: Carole Brown, Dave Harmon, Louisa Foye. Heather Coots, HOF Jockey Jose Santos, Jesus Luna, Kim Brooking Back: Doc and Susie O’Cain
Cleanna Mannino, Kevin Bond
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Senior Showdown at Gavin Park In a Pickle! WILTON — The site: Gavin Park. The date: Saturday, July 16. The time: not sure. But for our purposes, it should be high noon. Yes, folks – at this place, on that date, and maybe at that time The Blazing Paddles Pickle Ball Group held their first annual seniors tournament. The top four places went to Craig Morris, Dan DelNegro, Lyn Lawton and Allen Remaley. Thanks go to Dottie Armstrong, Jackie DelNegro, Marilyn Remaley, Sharon
Morris, Anne and Clem Clemente, Bob Garbiras and Bernie Lawton. Special thanks go to score keepers and ball chasers Lynn Kalish and Ann Garbiras. This was a well-run tournament with many features. The best news of all was that everyone was done in time to take a nap, and yet still catch an early bird dinner at The Wishing Well. Good job everyone! - Arthur Gonick Craig Morris talks over strategy.
Staring down the opposition with the look of Eagles.
Medals galore! Bye y’all! See you at the Rec Center for winter season, or else in Florida!
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COMMUNITY SPORTS BULLETIN 25th Annual Million Dollar Beach Volleyball Tournament for Prospect Center Saturday, August 6 and Sunday, August 7. Play is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. both days at Million Dollar Beach, Lake George. Spectators are welcome at the 25th Annual Million Dollar Beach Volleyball Tournament to benefit Prospect Center, a division of the Center for Disability Services. The tournament has four divisions: Power, Competitive A, Competitive B, and Recreational, with Men’s, Women’s and Co-ed teams. Last year more than 850 participants and several hundred spectators from all over the East Coast attended the weekend event and it continues to gain recognition on the volleyball circuit under the direction of Chris Bowler and Ben Rosenthal. Prospect Center provides innovative educational programs, diagnostic, medical and therapeutic services and specialized equipment for independence, mobility and communication to children and adults with disabilities. Prospect Center was established 62 years ago and serves more than 1,200 individuals and families in Warren, Washington, Northern Saratoga, Hamilton and Essex counties. It became a division of the Center for Disability Services in January 2013. For more information contact: Anne Schneider Costigan at
8/5 In Sports history 1936 At the Berlin Olympics, Jesse Owens wins his third of four gold medals, winning the 200-meter race in an Olympic-record 20.7 seconds.
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Fall Tiny T-Ball! Saratoga Springs Recreation Department 2016 Fall Tiny T-Ball Program Registration Begins August 22. This introductory program is open to children ages 3-5 and will run fromSeptember 14-October 19. Sign up at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center at 15 Vanderbilt Avenue. Early Bird registration ends October 11. Visit us at www.SaratogaRec.com for more information. Questions? Call 518-587-3550 x2300 or email recreservations@saratoga-springs. org.
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Saratoga Springs Recreation Department 2016 Fall Indoor Floor Hockey Program Registration Begins August 22 This introductory program is open to children ages 6-12 and will run from September 12 - October 17. Sign up at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center at 15 Vanderbilt Avenue Questions? Contact us 518587-3550 x2300 or email recreservations@saratoga-springs.org.
Saratoga Springs Recreation Department 2016 Fall Volleyball Program Registration Begins August 22 This introductory program is open to children ages 8-14 and will run from September 14-October 19. Sign up at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center at 15 Vanderbilt Avenue Questions? Contact us 518587-3550 x2300 or email recreservations@saratoga-springs.org.
Saratoga Fall Youth Field Hockey Program The Saratoga Springs Booster Club will be hosting its sixth fall season of youth field hockey beginning on August 30 and ending on October 1. The program is open to youths in grades third through sixth. No experience needed. The program features practices working on fundamental skills and at least three play days with other area school club programs. The youth program brochure can be downloaded from the Booster Club’s website at www.eteamz.com/ Saratogafieldhockey1. Registration is now open and the cost is $95 for the fall season, which includes a team vest for new players. For more information please contact Jo-Anne Hostig, Saratoga head field hockey coach at Tig10@ juno.com.
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Zumba at Gavin Park Ditch the workout, and join the PARTY! This Latin inspired workout program is not your typical workout. This workout will get you moving to music, while actually enjoying yourself. Pre-registration is required at least one business day prior. No drop-ins allowed (pre-registration required). BTW, Our gym has air conditioning! Fee per session: Wilton Res. - $45; Saratoga School Dist.- $55; Other- $60. Sessions are on Mondays from 5:45 - 6:45 p.m. from July 11 August 15. Register at Gavin Park or online: https://activenet018. active.com/wiltonrecreation/
Saratoga Springs Ice Rink Open for Summer Fun Join us for summer fun at the ice rink! Open Public, Open Stick, Open Adult Hockey and Open Figure sessions will be offered. Call 518-587-3550 x 2300, 518-583-3462 or visit SaratogaRec.com for more information. See you there!
Saratoga Springs Recreation 2016 Summer Clinics and Programs The Saratoga Springs Recreation Department will
again be offering an extensive and varied list of programs and clinics for summer 2016. Choose from boys and girls basketball, volleyball, baseball, field hockey, tennis, boys and girls lacrosse, soccer, cheerleading, skateboarding, softball, track, running, sandlot baseball, flag football and ice skating lessons.
2016 Fall Soccer Registration Has Begun Follow your goals with the Saratoga Springs Recreation Department’s 2016 Fall Soccer program. This program is open to children grades Pre K-12 and will run September 10-October 29. Players will be separated by grade and exposed to skill development based on age and skill level. Register before August 15 in order to receive the Early Bird Discount. Two volunteer coaches per team are needed at all levels. Registration fee is waived for the child of each coach who registers by August 15. Sign up at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center at 15 Vanderbilt Avenue. For additional information or to download forms go to www. SaratogaRec.com. Questions? Call 518-587-3550 x2300 or email recreservations@saratogasprings.org. 1 Blue Streak Blvd. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Ph: 587-6690, ext. 33304
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Selected Yearlings: Monday, August 8 – Tuesday, August 9 at 6:30 p.m. NY Bred Yearlings: Saturday, August 13 – Sunday, August 14 at 6:30 p.m. Photo by Sharon Castro
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