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Featured Stories
SUNDAY, JULY 27TH SARATOGA PILSNER GLASSES
See Story pg. xx
SUNDAY, AUGUST 10TH SARATOGA TOYOTA TOTE
Photo provided by SPAC
Complete Schedule pg. 23 See Story pg. xx
Showdown at Siro’s
A One-Way Street to Court? SUNDAY, AUGUST 31ST SARATOGA T-SHIRT
See Track Upgrades pg. 3
Photo by Mark Bolles
by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga TODAY Newspaper has learned that there is potential pending litigation against the City of Saratoga Springs’ Department of Public Safety, seeking relief and potential damages against the pending imposition of a one-way street plan in a neighborhood See Siro’s pg. 8
Inside TODAY Alive at Five! pg. 10
Blotter 5 Obits 6 Business 14-15 Education 16 Pulse 22-25 Sports 28-31
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Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014
Balloons Over Ballston Spa! BALLSTON SPA — Now, we may make you wait longer than some places for photos of the Saratoga Balloon Fest, but there is no doubt that we soar to great heights to bring you the BEST
ones! Big kudos to photographer Francesco D’Amico who got up at 4 a.m. last Saturday and climbed into a basket with some Canadians he had just met to give you these unique views. Enjoy!
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Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014
Upgrades, Higher Purses Featured In 2014 Meet SARATOGA SPRINGS — For 40 days, from July 18 to September 1, the upgraded 2014 Saratoga Race Course Meet will be packed with special events, higher purses and a push for a comeback year. Despite the 150th anniversary celebration last year, race course attendance dropped to 867,182 (lowest since 2009). This year’s meet will have a record $17.45 million in stakes purses and include 15 Grade 1 races, topped by the $1.25 Travers on Saturday, August 23 and the Grade 1, $1.5 million Whitney on Saturday, August 2. Previously, the Travers and the Whitney were worth $1 million and $750,000, respectively. The day after Travers, the Saratoga Race Course will host Saratoga Showcase Day, featuring the best New York-bred horses. Upgrades this year include 500 high-definition televisions, three new large video walls, an enhanced sound system, 100 more picnic tables, an improved events pavilion, an expanded child-friendly playground area, enhanced Wi-Fi on the grounds, expanded outdoor dining, and Trakus. Trakus is a wireless tracking system that allows viewers to follow the exact position of each horse throughout a race. Aside from the four give-away days (see page 1), there will be multiple special events throughout the season. There will also be solidified days in each week for Taste NY. Taste NY: Wine & Spirits will be every Thursday, starting July 24.
The opportunity to sample varietals of wine from a number of New York State wineries will be available for $30 from noon to 4 p.m. in the Saratoga Pavilion. Taste NY: Craft beer and Cider starts July 18 and continues each Friday from noon to 4 p.m. Tastings of the beverages from New York State breweries will be held in the Saratoga Pavilion. Admission is $20 and includes 20 sampling tickets. Taste NY: Food & Artisans will be every Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Saratoga Pavilion, starting July 20. Lord & Taylor Fashion Saturdays starts July 19. Track patrons are invited to dress their best for the chance to be crowned Most Fashionable at Saratoga. Two winners every week will receive a $250 Lord & Taylor gift card. The International Heritage Series begins Wednesday, July 23. The inaugural International Heritage Series is a weekly celebration of global culture and heritage featuring traditional music, dance, entertainment, crafts and food each Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Saratoga Pavilion. The International Heritage Series lineup will include: Latino-American Day on July 23; Italian-American Day on July 30; Irish-American Day on August 6; African-American Day on August 13; and Asian-American Day on August 20. The final installment of the series will celebrate the history and culture of Saratoga Springs with Saratoga Heritage Day on August 27.
2014 will also feature the Saratoga Race Course being prominently featured on television, with NBC, the NBC Sports Network, Fox Sports 1, and MSG+ all signed on to present live coverage throughout the meet. Senior Vice President of Racing Operations Martin Panza said he hopes to create more nationally recognized races, while getting more horses from California, Kentucky and Florida to compete at Saratoga Springs. NYRA President and CEO Chris Kay said this year’s Belmont Stakes winner, Tonalist, may very well race twice at this year’s Saratoga meet, while Palace Malice (winner of 2013 Belmont) is expected at the Whitney. Saratoga also will be the summer home of two-time Horse of the Year Wise Dan. This year’s meet will have a specific amount of races in each daily program. Mondays will be nine races, Wednesday through Friday will include 10 races each day, Saturday’s will have 11 post times, and Sundays will vary between 10 and 11. There will be no twilight races. All post times 1 p.m., except 11:35 a.m. on Travers Day (13 races). Longtime track announcer Tom Durkin will call his final race August 31, wishing to retire so he can watch the final Labor Day program as a fan. Fans are invited to celebrate his career on the 31st as he calls his final race, during Tom Durkin Day. New this year also, grandstand admission increased to $5. Clubhouse admission is $8, while
Everybody In The Pool! Photo by MarkBolles.com
SARATOGA SPRINGS— The Save the Victoria Pool Society held a press conference on Thursday, June 26 at Saratoga Spa State Park to announce receipt of $500,000 to preserve the Pool and launch a volunteer recruitment drive. State Senator’s Kathy Marchione
and Betty Little successfully secured the $500,000 for repair and renovation work at the Pool. Also in attendance were Saratoga County District Attorney James Murphy III, Saratoga Springs Deputy Mayor Joe Ogden and Heather Mabee, along with several volunteers.
During the press conference, Louise Goldstein and Andrew Jennings also outlined their plans to recruit more volunteers to continue growing the Save the Victoria Pool Society and help preserve the Pool and other treasures in Saratoga Spa State Park.
children 12 years old and younger get in free with an adult. Travers Day general admission will be $10, while grandstand will be $15 that day. Grandstand and clubhouse season passes are available now through August 1 at participating Stewart’s Shops in the Capital Region. At Monday’s New York Racing Association summer announcements press conference at FasigTipton, Kay said 2,411 season passes had been sold—more than doubling last year’s total. A pass is good for all 40 days (can be used once per day). Grandstand season passes are $30
and clubhouse passes are $50. The 34th annual Saratoga Race Course Open House will be Sunday, July 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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week in Review
Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014
A Visit From Arthur Mitchell Saratoga Bridges Memorial
Garden Ribbon Cutting
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Saratoga Bridges held a ribbon cutting ceremony for their new memorial garden on Monday, June 23 with more than 125 people in attendance. The goal was to create a memorial
Locally Owned and Operated
garden that would become a living tribute to recognize individuals, family members, board members and employees who have passed away or to honor businesses and individuals for their support and dedication.
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SARATOGA SPRINGS – On Saturday, June 21 the National Museum of Dance held a reception for the Dance Theatre of Harlem’s co-founder, Arthur Mitchell. Mr. Mitchell conducted a master class
Sir! Yes, Sir! You Are A Graduate
SARATOGA SPRINGS – 91-year-old Thomas Smith graduated as part of the Saratoga Springs High School class of 2014 on Thursday, June 26 at ceremonies at SPAC that drew thousands in attendance, including three of Smith’s proud children. Thomas Smith’s sheepskin came as a result of “operation recognition,” a state program that grants diplomas to people who never graduated because they chose to enlist in the military service. When Smith was 19 he was drafted into the Army and was assigned to the 554th ordinance heavy maintenance corps.
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the next day. He is pictured here at the reception with Ms. Renee Moore, Founder of Solomon Northup Day at the National Museum of Dance. Photo by Lisa Miller, Studio di Luce.
Photo by Mark Bolles
Left to right – Senator Kathleen Marchione’s Deputy Chief of Staff Tom Lewis, Congressman Paul D. Tonko’s Field Representative Diana Bennett, Nancy Ingersoll, Principal for The LA Group Michael Ingersoll, Saratoga Bridges Board of Directors President David Wickerham, Saratoga Bridges Executive Director Valerie Muratori, Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation Administrator Deborah Tanski, Senator Hugh T. Farley, Assemblyman Jim Tedisco, Mrs. Patricia Kmiotek, Saratoga Bridges Foundation Board of Directors Past President Chad Beatty, Saratoga Springs Supervisor Matthew Veitch and Town of Malta Deputy Supervisor Craig Warner. Photo by MarkBolles.com.
United Methodist Church Welcomes New Clergy SYRACUSE The Upper New York Conference of The United Methodist Church announced that it welcomed 12 new clergy during its Annual Conference session. These ministers will begin their new appointments on July 1: - The Rev. Patricia M. Molik of Ballston Spa was ordained as a full elder. She will serve the Ballston Spa United Methodist Church. She earned her MDiv from Drew University Theological School in Madison, N.J.
- Pastor Andrew Peter Sperry was commissioned as a provisional elder. He will serve at Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church. He also earned his MDiv from Drew University Theological School in Madison, N.J.
BLOTTER 5
Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014 Idella Johnson, 38, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested June 18 and charged with petit larceny, burglary, criminal possession of stolen property, making graffiti and criminal tampering. Robert Gardner, 62, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested June 18 and charged with sexual abuse and unlawful surveillance. Peter C. Lancaster, 38, of Syracuse, was arrested June 19 and charged with an improper real license plate late and aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle. Jerrel L. Wicks, 27, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested June 20 and charged with assault. Jennifer E. Brower, 28, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested June 20 and charged with assault, endangering the welfare of a child and criminal possession of a weapon. Jose Balbino Munoz, 25, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested June 20 and charged with criminal trespassing and criminal possession of a forged instrument. David Preson, 35, of Ballston Spa, was arrested June 20 and charged DWI, BAC more than .08 percent, failure to signal a turn and an improper muffler/ exhaust system. Dale M. Haskll, 51, of Ballston Spa, was arrested June 21 and charged with failure to keep right, DWI, and BAC more than .08 percent. Randy L. McCullough, 49, of Niskayuna, was arrested June 21 and charged with DWI, BAC more than .08 percent and failure to signal a turn. Jennifer K. Kelley, 33, of Schodack Landing, was arrested June 21
and charged with DWI, refusing a prescreen test and driving the wrong way down a one way street.
Daniel P. Fruscio, 26, of Watervliet, was arrested June 22 and charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance.
John M. Williams, 34, of Schenectady, was arrested June 22 and charged with trespassing.
Austin D. DeMarco, 18, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested June 23 and charged with petit larceny and criminal possession of stolen property.
Aaron Mychael Miller, 26, of Amsterdam, was arrested June 22 and charged with DWI. Raymond Jones, 30, of Ballston Spa, was arrested June 22 and charged with passing a red traffic signal light, an unsafe lane change, refusing a prescreen test and DWI. Stephen M. Gullotti, 30, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested June 22 and charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance and possession of a controlled substance outside the original container. Adam L. Carpenter, 24, of Stillwater, was arrested June 22 and charged with disorderly conduct. Jordan P. Buchas, 17, of Ballston Spa, was arrested June 22 and charged with possession of alcohol under the age of 21 and violation of curfew. Amelia Belle, 17. Of Ballston Spa, was arrested June 22 and charged with possession of alcohol under the age of 21 and violation of curfew. Kennedy M. Cocozzo, 17, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested June 22 and charged with possession of alcohol under the age of 21 and violation of curfew. Christopher J. Redcross, 16, of Ballston Spa, was arrested June 22 and charged with possession of alcohol under the age of 21 and violation of curfew.
Arthur L. Summers, 36, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested June 23 and charged with criminal possession of stolen property and grand larceny. Robert D. Franz, 35, of Schaghticoke, was arrested June 24 and charged with unlawful possession of marijuana. Anne E. Cummins, 35, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested June 24 and charged with criminal mischief. Katelyn M. McGowan, 23, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested June 24 and charged with DWI, consumption of alcoholic beverages and criminal possession of marijuana. Ugalee M. Oates, 19, of Ballston Spa, was arrested June 24 and charged with criminal trespassing.
Joshua A. Salak, 27, was arrested June 25 and charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance and criminal possession of stolen property.
Tiffany M. Salak, 25, of Middle Grove, was arrested June 25 and charged with criminal possession of stolen property and criminal possession of a controlled substance
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obituaries
Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014
Donald B. Adkins SARATOGA SPRINGS — Donald B. Adkins died peacefully on June 23 at Wesley Health Care Center. He was 91 years old. Born on May 22, 1923 in Providence, Rhode Island, he was the son of the late Hazel Adkins and Leon Adkins. Mr. Adkins graduated from Knott Terrace High School and upon graduation he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and proudly served in WWII. Don worked for many years as owner/operator of Altamont Appliance. After retiring from the TV business, he became a machine technician for Pine Ridge Industries in Scotia. He was a member of the Boyd Hilton Post 7062 Veterans of Foreign Wars in Altamont. Donald was a past president of the Archer CB Club, in Schenectady, and in his leisure he enjoyed bowling, motor cycle racing and traveling with his companion, Susan. Survivors include his companion, Susan Lanfear, of Saratoga; two Sons, Bruce E Adkins and his wife, Sharon, of Altamont, and Paul D. Adkins and his partner, James Fleischman, of Schenectady; stepchildren, Joseph Lanfear and his wife, Kathy, of Saratoga Springs, Melinda Nolan and her husband, David of, Florida, Brenda Buchholz of Schuylerville, Paul
Lanfear and his wife, Gina, of Queensbury, and Kimberly Lanfear of Schuylerville; a brother, Rev Leon Adkins and his wife, Bonnie, of Middlebury, Vermont; a sister, Rachael Platt Donovan and her husband, Andy of Pittsford; his ex-wife, Shirley M. Adkins; grandchildren, Jason and Amanda Adkins; 10 step-grandchildren; and six step-great-grandchildren; his two good friends, Dave and Jake; and his three dogs, Marley, Cloie and Misty. Calling hours will be from 10 a.m. to noon on Friday, June 27 at the Tunison Funeral Home in Saratoga Springs. Burial will be at 1 p.m. at the Saratoga National Cemetery. A special thanks for the nursing staff and doctors of the Saratoga Hospital for their special care and support for Donald during his stay there.
Daisy Rosenberg
Roberta J. Diehl
BALLSTON SPA — Daisy Rosenberg passed away June 13 at Maplewood Manor. She was 93. Born on August 1, 1920 in Pottersville, she was the daughter of the late William and Jessie (Brown) Tibbits. Daisy worked for several years in a glove factory in Saratoga Springs and Glens Falls and spent time helping her husband in the store he owned in Albany. One of her favorite pass times was knitting. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Sam Rosenberg. Survivors include her dear friend, Bambi Beeker of Ballston Spa.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Roberta J. Diehl passed away on June 17 at Wesley Health Care Center. She was 85. Born June 16, 1929 in Saratoga Springs, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Hazel (Miller) Dowen. Roberta was a lifelong resident of Saratoga Springs and was a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School. She was a therapy aid at the Wilton Developmental Center until her retirement. Roberta enjoyed bowling and being with her family and friends. Survivors include one son, Robert Diehl and his wife Lori of Wilton; one daughter, Carol Morrow and her husband Ken of Hillsborough, New Jersey; five grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Roberta’s family would like to give a special thanks to all of the staff on 4 Victoria for taking such good care of their mother. Online remembrance may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
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S A R AT O G A SPRINGS — Vivian B. Harvey passed away Monday, June 16 at Saratoga Hospital. She was 100. Born on December 21, 1913 in Hudson Falls, she is the daughter of the late George F. and Josephine Nailor Barot. Vivian moved to Saratoga Springs in 1946 and worked as an examiner for 26
years at the Van Raalte Knitting Mill in Saratoga Springs, retiring in 1975. A communicant of St. Clement’s Church, she was a member of the Saratoga Hospital Guild. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husbands, William J. Corbett and Ormsby Lee Harvey; one sister, Veronica Breeyear; her brother, Alvin Barot; and a grandson, Scott Davis. Survivors include two daughters, Ann Corbett Anderson of Fullerton, California and Jean Corbett Spencer of Saratoga Springs; one sister, Helene Nelson of Schenectady; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
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Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014
Rebuilding Mind, Body and Soul
A Groovy Twist on Core Conditioning
by Monique Boulet for Saratoga TODAY Have you been to the new fitness studio in downtown Toga? If not, you really should check it out! I went in feeling confident in
my athletic abilities, and ready for the new challenge. I was greeted by Steve Chindamo, the owner of Suspension Training Center: 61 Caroline Street on the corner of Caroline Street and Henry. Before my workout, Steve showed me around the studio, explained the equipment and discussed why he decided to open this specific type of fitness business. Steve is originally from Queens, New York, was a high school English teacher and coach for 20 years. He moved to Saratoga Springs five years ago, with his wife and children. He started using the Suspension Training method in the city where he soon realized just how effective a workout it could be. In a very short amount of time, he started seeing amazing results. “Suspension Training is body weight exercises that develop and increase muscle, strength,
balance, flexibility, and core stability. It’s also great for losing weight. Suspension Training is All Core, All the Time”, said Chindamo. There is also a free weight area in the gym that features an inversion table for members. It was invented by Navy Seals and is one of their exclusive workouts. “But don’t let that intimidate you. The workouts are designed for any level as the degree of difficulty is as easy as walking backwards or forwards to change”. Steve’s mom, eighty-four-years old does it as well as his ten-year old son. Members range from high school athletes to middle aged moms, to older adults looking for a fun, and safe way to train the entire body. Well, Steve wasn’t kidding when he mentioned how effective this workout can be. The next day I felt every core muscle I used! I am soooo ready for another round
of suspension training.... I can see this becoming addictive! Monthly memberships for unlimited classes and usage of the free weight area are $97. Mentioning this article will get
you a month for $80, and that is guaranteed for one year without a contract. Drop-in classes are $10. Visit suspensiontrainingcenter.com for schedules and more information.
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Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014
Siro’s: Examining Legal Options continued from page 1 that borders Saratoga Race Course, during the six weeks the Race Course is in operation. The affected area (see map at right) will involve Wright Street, Frank Sullivan Place and a portion of Lincoln Avenue between the Race Course and Nelson Avenue. The portion on Lincoln Avenue fronts Siro’s Restaurant and a handful of private residences. Some of these residences have provided parking on their lawns/driveways to race goers for decades. The information was derived from on-the-record conversations with Mr. Keith Kantrowitz, owner of Siro’s; Mr. Kantrowitz’s attorney, Bob Sweeney a partner in the Albany law firm Whiteman, Osterman and Hanna; and Ms. Rose Tait, a resident of Lincoln Avenue for decades. Mr. Sweeney would only confirm that “my client has retained me to explore all legal options” at press time. But there is no doubt that Mr. Kantrowitz is drawing a line in the sand. “They (the city) are playing
with the wrong guy.” He said. “This is another example of a vicious and malicious attempt by government to interfere with private enterprise. I’m more than ready to push back this time.” The “this time” Kantrowitz refers to concerns an earlier battle with the city over noise levels for live music. Mr. Sweeney confirmed that his client agreed to install a sound barrier to mitigate the noise, at a cost of about $500,000. The barrier has to be put up and removed each season as well. At that time “I enlisted the aid of the downtown business community and others.” Kantrowitz said. “I told them: Siro’s fight today is yours tomorrow. Now look what the city is doing with live music noise ordinances. I even agreed to a lower level than they did.” (Downtown music venues are supposed to adhere to a 90-decibel limit.) In the current case, Kantrowitz takes issue on two broad-levels: The one-way streets plan itself; and the way it passed through the city council. The one-way street plan in short would have traffic routed from Nelson along Wright Street (which is the site
of the Trackside Grill and other vendors in addition to pedestrians and vehicles). Traffic would then turn left in front of the drop-off point at the Racecourse’s clubhouse entrance onto Frank Sullivan Place, and then left again onto Lincoln and out of the neighborhood. The stated goal is to make things safer for all, yet Kantrowitz believes it may have the opposite impact. “Look, first of all, there have been no accidents here for five years. It’s not like people are speeding around the corners.” He said. “But now, cars are going to have to go through this storm of traffic, with pinch points and backups as the clubhouse cars attempt to merge, people walking from the gates, and what used to be a smooth easy ride along Lincoln to get to our entrance is now a nightmare!” He continued. “I’m putting the city on notice. They will be responsible for all that happens going forward. And I’m warning all visitors, pedestrians particularly: Be careful!” “This has worked just fine since the 40s. Why are they messing with this now?” Kantrowitz concludes. The second issue involves the timing of the plan’s adoption and the way it was done. Back on February 18, an item on the city council’s official agenda appeared for a public hearing to “Amend Chapter 225-72 Schedule VII -One Way Streets.” There was nothing specific to one area or another. As it turns out, the area was revealed to be the area around Siro’s. No one from the public spoke at that hearing.
Area of detail shows proposed one-way streets during track season. Image courtesy of Google Maps.
The city is required to do certain things to notify the public of these hearings; putting legal notices in the daily press for instance, and there is no allegation that they did anything less than they are legally required to do. Yet, in the modern online era, is this sufficient. Note well that these notices are not carried onto most newspaper websites. In any event, Kantrowitz, who has his business headquarters downstate, said he did not know this was on the agenda. “Of course I would have come up had I known.” He said. “Why wouldn’t I? This is going to have a big impact on my business. But I ask you, why does something like this have to be decided in February? It wasn’t just me who wasn’t here at that time.” -“I came back from my winter home in South Carolina in April, and the first thing my friend said to me is: ‘Rose, they sure screwed you!’” Rose Tait said. Yes, if you are having trouble mustering up sympathy for the rich, flamboyant owner of Siro’s, consider the plight of his neighbor (and friend) Rose, who has the property two doors down beyond Siro’s, closer to Nelson Avenue. On that property, she parks cars, as it has been done since the 1930s. It’s a pretty good-sized lot, I would estimate you could get about 40 cars in it, and while she didn’t want to reveal how much money she makes from parking cars, she did indicate that “it pays my city taxes” most years, although in recent years it would be a rare day that it would be filled to capacity. By the way, the house on the property is paid for – she’s not in danger of losing it. Rose added this perspective to the mix: On the notice: “I think they should have come and met with us.”
She said. “Wasn’t there was some precedent set for this?” “Back when Ron Kim was commissioner, they were looking to do something similar,” she explained. “A whole contingent met with us at Siro’s, including Kim, Deputy Mayor Shauna Sutton, City Attorney Tony Izzo, representatives from police and code enforcement.” “Even Eileen Finneran was there. She was Kim’s deputy then.” Ms. Finneran is also the current deputy of public safety under Commissioner Chris Mathiesen. “So I would think something similar is in order.” The economic impact: “It’s going to hurt, no doubt. It used to be an easy way for people to get a convenient space near the track. Now it’s going to be like navigating through a sea of cars and people.” “But more to the point, I have tenants on my property that I’m worried about. They are going to have to drive down some dimly lit streets after dark to get home. What people do not realize is that this isn’t just going to be during track hours. It’s for the whole six weeks.” Rose and other affected neighbors have spoken out at recent council meetings asking that the whole idea be revisited. Commissioner Chris Mathiesen had indicated that he was willing to meet and discuss this, but Rose is skeptical. “Sure, he’ll meet. But only to give his side of things. He’s not going to change his plan unless he is forced to.” With the Racecourse meet just two weeks away, the only recourse the neighborhood may have is injunctive relief. Certainly Keith Kantrowitz is ready to do battle: “If this kind of thing happened in Russia, we’d be sending over troops and demanding democracy.” He said. “How about democracy beginning at home?”
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Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014
Putnam Den: Alive at Five! Ain’t No Jive… They’ve Done More Than Survive
by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS – Any business that makes it to five years deserves props. But in the music business, you have to count it like it’s dog years. Suffice to say, Putnam Den (63A Putnam Street, Saratoga Springs), has in five short years, established something not seen in this town in, well maybe, forever. A music venue where the emphasis is on original artists. Notice that we did not state a genre. Putnam Den welcomes them all – from rock to reggae (and yes, even hip-hop sometimes). Notice further that we said artists, not just musicians – Co-owners Tiffany and Jonathan Albert have welcomed painters, poets and probably Papier-mâché practitioners inside their roomy, comfy confines. “There’s still a lot of misconceptions about what we do,” Tiffany said. “People think we’re a dance club, a hippie club, a this club, a that. They think we’re only a high-cover price venue, when in fact on those nights we have a national touring act the ticket price goes to the band. We have a very-high percentage of absolutely free shows.” Putnam Den is impossible to
pigeonhole, and that’s by design. An example of a superior original free show series would be beginning on July 9, when Gubbulidis, a duo from Castleton, VT featuring members from Twiddle (Zdenek Gubb and Mihali Savoulidis) establish a Wednesday residency throughout the summer. During track season, local legends Half-Step will also perform on Thursday evenings – also free. It would have never happened, let alone reach the precipice of a fifth anniversary, without the shared vision and acumen of Tiffany and Jonathan. Tiffany is one of the most discerning, dedicated evaluators of talent I have ever met; Jonathan has a background that is a mélange of expertise that ranges from hospitality management to the performing arts. But even with that going for them, they credit (more than) a little help from their friends. But not the banks. It was 2009. The recession. Banks weren’t lending money to hospitals, let alone a fledgling dream involving music; don’t even waste the paper and ink filling out the application! “We got our liquor license on a Thursday, opened the night after.” Jonathan said. “We had exactly $16 in our checking account” after they
A family Affair: Co-owners Tiffany and Jonathan Albert. The lingerie overhead is part of a breast cancer fundraiser. Photos by Mark Bolles.
emptied their savings on permits, sound equipment, paint and supplies. “When we put our financial plan together,” Tiffany said, “our accountant at the time said ‘it’s my professional obligation to talk you out of this’, but I told him: ‘this ship is going to sail!’” You don’t get to five, though, without some help, and the Albert’s
received a lot from both the business and local government communities. They rattled off names in such rapid fashion I could barely keep up; some might be a surprise: “Jake Hogan, Tony Ianello, Peter Beames, Bruce Levinsky, Patricia Berry, Kevin Saxton, Dan Cogan in the building department, Stephanie in the city clerk’s office, Steve Ellwanger our C.P.A., Dave Harper, Julie Francis…” they said. If I left anyone out, the fault is mine, not theirs. In addition to this, they salute the loyalty of their staff. “We have had surprising little turnover.” Tiffany said. “What makes me happy is that they make it more than a ‘bar job’. They buy into what we are doing, and use there work here as a platform to achieve their life’s goals.” An example of this is Brian Petroski, one of the “core four” on the staff during their five years. Brian is one of the most accomplished abstract painters you will ever see, and he’s living right here. In fact, he deserves a plug of his own: visit brianpetroski. artspan.com. Further, they have bona-fide crowd pleasers like Sam Bottini (who has been there from the beginning) and Lauren Cognato, as well as Emily Hill, who just had her second baby yet keeps coming back to the ‘Den’ family. And so they have a lot of people in their crowd to thank. But this is a crowd that gives back. It’s a rare month on the Putnam Den calendar that you don’t see several benefits for one local cause or another, from fundraisers for established charities like Jake’s Help From Heaven to a neighbor family struggling to pay some enormous hospital bill. When I ask Tiffany and Jonathan about a vignette that
describes their quintessential Putnam Den moment, neither of them gave me what I expected. Tiffany touched on the spirit and energy she felt “…when people say thanks. Thanks for bringing in this band, or that, yes. But, more importantly, thanks for opening our home to their cause. Often, we get out of there at 5 a.m. on Saturday night/Sunday morning, and re-open for a charity event at 11 a.m. But it’s the only way I would do this.” For Jonathan, that moment involves “hanging out with my son (Zion, age 3. They also have Anthony, who just graduated from Saratoga H.S. and Violet, 10 months) during the afternoons. We play with the soundboard, sometimes help with a band’s load-in.” He continued, “One time, Donna Jean Godchaux (a member of the Grateful Dead from 1972 to 1979) came in with her son’s band: Her son was named Zion too. He was maybe 45 at the time; my son was 2. They bonded big time- the eldest said it was the first time he had met another Zion.” These examples are instructive because, much like Putnam Den itself, it is often not what you think it’s going to be. If you’re a regular visitor, you already know that. If not, my advice is to suspend disbelief, don’t wait five more years to help them blow out the candles, and thank them for their seminal contribution to Saratoga’s cultural scene. Putnam Den has a slew of events planned for their anniversary on Wednesday, July 2, throughout the summer and beyond. For more information on everything, visit PutnamDen.com or call (518) 584-8066.
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Puzzles Crossword Clues Across 1 Medicine-testing org. 4 Brief chat 8 Destructive insect 12 Tolkien henchmen 14 Astrological Ram 16 Days of old 17 Frequent prank caller to Moe’s Tavern 18 Snicker 19 Ostrich cousin 20 Put on trial, in the military 23 Forrest Gump’s Army friend 24 “Nifty!” 25 Chowed down 26 One of the Gulf States: Abbr. 27 Springsteen’s “__ to Run” 30 One who hems but doesn’t haw? 32 Fruity loaf 35 Séance sounds 36 Even-steven 37 Indian prince 40 “Nerts!” 43 Caption under a monkey covering its eyes 48 Casual comment 51 __ helmet: safari wear 52 “__ Yankee Doodle ...” 53 Sleeve filler 54 Broadcasts 56 Parachute fabric 58 End dramatically 62 Catches some rays 63 Freeze over 64 Committed perjury 66 “Miss __ Regrets”: Porter song 67 Perform brilliantly 68 Long-tailed 8-Across 69 Approach 70 Sinusitis docs 71 Darn or baste Down 1 Watch chain 2 Bram Stoker’s count 3 Nimble circus performer 4 Light bulb unit 5 Utah city 6 One-named Barbadian singer
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See puzzle solution on page 29 7 Brand that “Nothing runs like” 8 British pianist Hess 9 “C’est magnifique!” 10 “Rock-a-bye baby” spot 11 Painful-looking soccer shots 13 Puny pencil 15 Tuned to, as a radio dial 21 Synagogue leader 22 Call __ day 23 Defective 28 Miner’s discovery 29 Wine shop section 31 “Dies __”: hymn 33 Jones of jazz 34 Half of sechs 38 Colony crawler 39 Sloop in a Beach Boys hit
40 Seems to last forever 41 Require to detour 42 Strong-smelling cleaner 44 Oscar-winning “Casablanca” coscreenwriter Julius or Philip 45 Lithuania’s capital 46 Comic Coca who worked with Sid Caesar 47 PC-to-PC system 49 Wharf rodent 50 Fuzzy green fruits 55 Wealthy, in France 57 Southern pronoun 59 U.S. ally in WWII 60 Follow the game? 61 “Planet of the __” 65 Margery of nursery rhymes
Writing the Right Word by Dave Dowling Accuracy in word choice is a key to effective communication. In your daily writing and speaking, try to make sure you use the right word in the right place with the right spelling. By doing so, its effect will affect your communication in a positive way. This quick weekly tip will help you filter the confusion in some of our daily word choices. This Week: Each other, One another Each other refers to two persons or things. The interior and exterior colors complement each other. One another refers to more than two persons or things. Videoconferencing allows the diplomats to see one another. Dave Dowling is the author of The Wrong Word Dictionary and The Dictionary of Worthless Words. Both books are available from many book retailers, and signed copies can be obtained by contacting Dave at davedowling59@yahoo.com
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BUSINESS
Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014
Saratoga Bridges Announces Lead Sponsor SARATOGA SPIRNGS — Saratoga Bridges announced The Adirondack Trust Company as a lead sponsor for their 2014 fundraising season. For more than two decades, The Adirondack Trust Company has supported Saratoga Bridges and their programs. As needs continue to increase for people with developmental disabilities and families, the agency must obtain vital funds. Saratoga Bridges is committed to keeping its crucial services intact for individuals and their
families living in Saratoga County. “On behalf of over 800 individuals and their families we serve, I am extremely grateful to The Adirondack Trust Company,” said Saratoga Bridges Executive Director Valerie Muratori. “As deeply committed community partners, they demonstrate their charitable support by not only donating financial resources, but by encouraging their employees, colleagues, family and friends to volunteer for non-profit organizations like Saratoga Bridges. We have been most privileged to receive
Valerie Muratori, Doug, Amanda, Robert Ward.
both. Private corporate and individual donations ensure we can continue providing vital services such as daily transportation to and from homes to program sites, art materials and supplies for our Creative Endeavors program, family reimbursement and in-home respites. Our existing revenue streams do not fully fund this services and activities.” One of the programs supported by donations is Saratoga Bridges Sibshops. The following is a full list of Saratoga Bridges’ 2014 events: July 14 Relph Benefit Advisors presents The 11th Annual J. Michael Fitzgibbons Memorial Golf Classic. Enjoy lunch, complimentary beverages, golf, prizes and a 19th Hole Awards Ceremony at
The Edison Club, a private golf course located in Rexford. July 19 Ketel One Vodka, Mrs. Marylou Whitney & Mr. John Hendrickson and Michael W. & Stacie H. Arpey present Saratoga Bridges Annual Gala “The White Party. It will be held at Fasig Tipton and feature food by Mazzone Hospitality Catering. Cocktails courtesy of Ketel One Vodka, HBT Crazy Photo Booth, Silent & Live Auctions and Live Entertainment from GRAVITY. August 23 Ketel One Vodka presents The 25th Annual Travers Day at the Races. Held on the most exciting afternoon of the meet, Travers Day at Saratoga Race Course, this event includes premium
seating and hospitality with a delicious buffet and beverage service in the Carousel Restaurant. October 18 MVP Health Care presents The 14th Annual Great Pumpkin Challenge. This event features a 5k walk/run, 10k run & Kids Fun Run through Saratoga Spa State Park. Each registrant (5k and10k) receives a longsleeved moisture wicking T-shirt (if registered prior to 10/1). Limited to first 2,000 registrants and no day of registration in 2014. For information on becoming a sponsor or to make a reservation at any 2014 Special Event, contact Heather Varney at (518) 587-0723, ext. 1266 or email at hvarney@saratogabridges.org.
OrthoNY Welcomes New Physician Dr. Thomas Varney returns to the Adirondack Region with OrthoNY
ALBANY — OrthoNY will welcome Dr. Thomas Varney back to the Adirondack Region on July 7. He will see patients in the new Glens Falls office which opened this spring. Dr. Varney earned his medical degree from Tufts University after receiving a degree in biophysical chemistry from Dartmouth. He completed an internship in the surgery department at the University of Massachusetts (Worcester) before holding both clinical and research residencies in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery there. Following his residencies, Dr. Varney served as staff surgeon and department head for the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the U.S. Naval
Hospital in Guam, and as a staff surgeon in orthopaedics at the Naval Health Clinic in Newport, Rhode Island. He then returned home to Queensbury to care for patients at North Country Sports Medicine. Most recently, he has been practicing orthopaedic surgery at North Country Hospital in Newport, Vermont. “We are excited to welcome Dr. Varney back to the Adirondacks,” said CEO Alan Okun. “His orthopaedic expertise and familiar face are certain to put our patients at ease. Dr. Varney joins 29 other physicians and a team of 20 physician assistants and nurse practitioners providing care at nine locations in the Capital/Saratoga Region. We strive to be where our patients live, work and play.
It’s how we are Saving Lifestyles.” Appointments with Dr. Varney may be scheduled now. Call (518) 489-2663 or visit orthony.com. Dr. Varney
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Dirty. Difficult. Done. The Story of a Local Brand Transformation.
by Theresa Agresta for Saratoga TODAY SOUTH GLENS FALLS — The series Dirty Jobs was fascinating. It’s creator and star, Mike Rowe, called it the “most honest show on television” and over the course of its eight year run on Discovery we liked to wrinkle our noses and wring our hands as we admired the gumption of real life heroes and the stories that run beneath the fabric of modern life. Here in South Glens Falls, we have our own unsung heroes climbing through ductwork and onto roofs, transforming factory floors and office interiors, cleaning industrial equipment of every size and shape and keeping us safe. In the 28 years since Mark Miller opened his one-man power washing business, almost everything about it had changed. It had grown to a team of almost 30 handling the dirtiest and most complex industrial cleaning and painting jobs for manufacturers, hospitals, colleges, grocery chains, casinos and more. He needed a new way to tell his story. At the heart of the problem was the name of his business. Americlean was often mistaken for a residential house painter, an office janitorial service or a dry cleaner. In fact, the confusion ran so deep that earlier this year, they were voted runner-up for carpet cleaning in a local “Best Of ” contest! Still, the name Americlean did have equity. The company’s outstanding reputation amongst customers made it difficult to consider a change. For the benefits to outweigh the costs, a new name would need to capture the underlying emotional needs of customers and prospects and align them with a single story that would strike the right chord to move the company forward, much like Dirty Jobs inspired its viewers in the stories it aired every week. Today, the company’s brand has undergone a transformation. Relaunched as Performance Industrial in April, it has tapped into the essence of what it delivers and sports a new tagline, “The frontrunner behind the scenes,” that describes the role staff plays in improving facilities at businesses from the North Country to the Capital Region and
Central New York. Getting there was a collaborative effort, with the branding team at Allegory Studios in Saratoga Springs leading Miller and his company through a process to uncover the unwritten rules of engagement that drive their success. StoryCode, an online cultural analysis administered by Allegory, revealed several story patterns at play. The strongest, the Hero, was brought to life through new brand messages such as “dirty, difficult, done,” and “the one-stop-shop for your industrial cleaning and painting needs.” “Sunday or sundown, we work to meet your schedule and exceed your expectations,” is a new belief statement that shares the lengths to which the company goes to deliver on its promises. The sentiment of “conducting a seamless performance” was echoed in research Allegory undertook with customers who shared what they had come to expect from this leading vendor that does not have to have its hand held through the most challenging jobs. And in fact, the concept of a performance runs through the coaching Miller uses to motivate staff, comparing the field crews to those on the “front stage” at customer sites, and the office staff to the “back stage” crews working to ensure everything goes off without a hitch. It’s one of the key things that differentiates the company from competitors, and, thanks to the new brand, they now have an easy way to talk
about it. Digging into the culture of an organization is the quickest, most effective way to bring a brand to life. There are certain things employees just know and customers come to expect. Where do you find these nuggets? They are in the stories people tell about their experiences; in the passion
the owner and staff bring to the job; the drive that gets them out of bed in the morning; and even in the worries that keep them up at night. New services or locations, a merger, an important anniversary or goals for growth; these are all times to reconsider your brand. A strong brand story, crafted through
a name, tagline, logo design and brand messages, helps paint a picture that sticks in people’s minds and creates an emotional tie that will be remembered when the time is right. For more information about brand development or the transformation of Performance Industrial, visit allegorystudios.com.
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Education
Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014
The Start of A New Beginning
Ballston Spa seniors graduated Wednesday (Left), while the Saratoga Springs graduation ceremony took place Thursday morning (Right). Photo by MarkBolles.com.
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Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014
Chef Marc Murphy Headlines Saratoga Wine & Food Festival and Concours D’Elegance
SARATOGA SPRINGS – The Food Network’s ‘Chopped’ Judge Chef Marc Murphy will headline the popular Saratoga Wine & Food Festival, September 5 – 7. Murphy, star of The Food Network’s hit series “Chopped” and owner and Executive Chef of Landmarc, Ditch Plains and Kingside, will host the inaugural “BBQ, Brews & Blues” on Friday, September 5 on SPAC’s grounds. “Marc Murphy’s eclectic background has made him a force to be reckoned with in the industry. His work as a judge on the Food Network’s hit show ‘Chopped,’ has earned him even wider acclaim, affirming his status as ‘celebrity chef,’” said Marcia J. White, SPAC’s President and Executive Director. In addition to his work on The Food Network’s “Chopped,” he has also made appearances on Iron Chef America, Hot Chefs, The Martha Stewart Show, Make My Day, Unique Eats, The Best Thing I Ever Ate, The Best Thing I Ever Made, The Rachael Ray Show and the TODAY show. He is the president of the Manhattan chapter of the New York State Restaurant Association, and a board member of City Harvest, Culintro and Passport NYC at the 92nd Street Y Culinary Camp. Mr. Murphy’s participation surrounding the debut kick-off event is part of the revamped 3-day festival weekend. The Friday night event will feature an upscale, barbeque-styled competition on SPAC’s grounds with outdoor fire pits, live music and a lounge environment. Kevin Zraly, Master Wine Connoisseur Famed wine connoisseur, educator and best-selling author Kevin Zraly who has been described as “America’s most famous and entertaining wine teacher,” will be highlighted at events throughout the festival weekend. He’ll play a prominent role in Saturday’s Grand Tasting teaching a wine tasting seminar of exclusive tastings and upscale wines as part of the Connoisseur Tent experience and he will lead the Live Auction of luxury goods and experiences. Zraly, winner of the 2011 James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award, is the author of Windows on the World Complete Wine Course, the best-selling wine book in US history. He also leads the Windows on the World Wine School, which has been recognized as one of the top wine schools in the country, by Food and Wine magazine.
THE 2014 SARATOGA WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL & CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE The three-day Saratoga Wine & Food Festival and Concours D’Elegance in Saratoga Springs, September 5 – 7, brings the epicurean lifestyle to the forefront with three days of gourmet events showcasing fine international wines, innovative chefprepared menus, cooking demonstrations and wine seminars, expansive tastings, upscale auctions and a concours d’elegance of luxury automobiles. Attendees will enjoy opportunities to get up close and personal with expert chefs, wine connoisseurs and winemakers, automobile experts and celebrity personality Marc Murphy. New features of this year’s festival include: BBQ, BREWS & BLUES PRESENTED BY CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF and STELLA ARTOIS - Friday, September 5 – Marc Murphy, this BBQ bash will serve as the kick-off event with six of the Capital Region’s finest restaurants competing against six Manhattan Grill masters. WINE AUCTION WALL Saturday, September 6 – A new major feature of the Grand Tasting will be the wine auction wall featuring jeroboam bottles of the top vintages of the season. In lieu of a silent auction, the wine wall will feature rare, one of a kind wines available exclusively for the event. Returning to the festival are epicurean events: ADIRONDACK ROAD TOUR & GOURMET LUNCHEON - Friday, September 5 - A spirited 1.5 hour road rally for auto collectors winding through the beautiful Adirondack roads to finish at the historic Lake George Club. Gourmet lunch includes library-quality wines, imported fine foods and tours on wooden and Italian Comitti speedboats. THE CONNOISSEUR TENT – Master Wine Connoisseur Kevin Zraly hosts a culinary and wine adventure for aficionados at Saturday’s Grand Tasting. This separate tasting experience will feature artisan food from Healthy Living Market & Café, wine and spirits including tastings of rare wines from Kevin Zraly’s private wine cellar. This event will be offered in a luxurious, lounge-style space and feature music from a jazz trio. GRAND TASTING & CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE Saturday, September 6 - The centerpiece of the festival, the Grand
Tasting takes place under large, elegant tents on SPAC’s lawn, and features hundreds of fine international wines, delicacies prepared by the region’s top chefs, wine seminars and live auction of luxuries featuring opportunities to bid on rare wines, couture fashion, exotic travel, original artwork and more. The festival partners again with The Saratoga Automobile Museum to present a show of luxury collector cars at Saturday’s Grand Tasting including invited classes of Shelby Cobras, Alfa Romeo, Porsche, Lancia, Maserati, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Fiat-Abarth
Marc Murphy
and more judged by Pebble Beach marquee auto specialists. IN THE GROOVE JAZZ BRUNCH - Sunday, September 7 - This Sunday Brunch will feature gourmet offerings from six of Angelo Mazzone’s finest restaurants in Saratoga National’s idyllic setting. Live jazz music,
culinary delights, delectable Mimosa’s, Bloody Mary’s, Old Fashioneds and the Best in Show Auto Awards highlight the event. Tickets to the Wine and Food Festival are available at spac.org, by calling (518) 584-9330 or at the Route 50 Box Office. Visit spac.org for more information.
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food
Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014
Somewhere, Someplace, Someone is using a Can Opener
by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY We are a family of cat and dog lovers. We have many years of enjoyment, love and laughter in having a cat and a dog. There are many people who have animals as part of their families. I cannot imagine my life without them. However, there are times during the day when their
eating demands become questionable and challenging. I have often wondered if our cat knows how to tell time. It has become her daily regime at 4:45 a.m. to snuggle up to my chin while I am sound a sleep. Her soft, warm, fluffy body would suffocate me, waiting for a glimmer of movement that might signify me waking to attend to eating time. As long as I do not move, I am safe to get another 45 minutes of sleep before attending to her morning feeding. The feeding ritual for cats always includes a couple of actions. The first is to convince us humans that they are starving to death and need to be fed immediately. The second is to make it so difficult to continue sleeping that there is no choice but for the humans to wake up. Pushing papers and various items off counters, crashing into walls and creatively putting their paws under doors to loudly rattle them are among the processes used to alert us that it is indeed feeding time and we must
meet the demands immediately. Waking our chocolate Labrador retriever also gives the cat additional support in getting us to respond. Once they have both successfully woke me up, I sleepily make my way down the stairs. I slowly grab the can opener and the food that will remedy the urgent cries from our feline as her tail signifies triumph. The sound of the can opener becomes a signal of the most favorite time of the day for both of them. Opening a can actually causes our cat to go from a deep sleep catnap to the kitchen in seconds flat. There are many types of can openers. Often times the culinary connoisseur seeks to get the easiest and safest can opener they can for quick and efficient opening. Kuhn Rikon offers a can opener that has an auto safety lid lifter making it possible to open a can and never touch the lid. Place the opener on the can and turn the knob. The tool automatically locks in place. The can opener cuts from
Living La Pura Vida Written by Margot Reisner, a summer intern for Saratoga Farmers’ Market, and 2014 graduate of Skidmore College. SARATOGA SPRINGS – Dogfish, bluefish, swordfish, squid, cod, bass, shrimp, scallops, mussels and more! Pura Vida Fisheries is offering a wide-range of fish and seafood for the Saratoga region this summer at its Saturday-only booth at the north end of the Farmers’ Market at High Rock Park. Rick Lofstad, a third generation fisherman, runs Pura Vida Fisheries in Hampton Bays, (in Suffolk County, NY). His family has been casting nets into the waters off Long Island for over half a century, since Lofstad’s grandfather emigrated from Norway. Captain Rick carries on that family tradition. Pura Vida Fisheries harvests everything from sushi grade tuna and octopus to clams, crabs and lobsters. Cor-J Seafood Corporation, the most reputable fish handler in Hampton Bays, expertly prepares the catch for markets. Pura Vida then brings its products to over two-dozen farmers’ markets in the tri-state area. All products are brought to Saratoga within 24
hours of being caught so the products are very fresh. Pura Vida connects consumers to the source of their food, an especially important task for fish and seafood. Global fish stocks are becoming polluted and depleted due to large, commercial fishing operations; the situation is so bad that specialties like blue fin tuna may soon disappear. Pura Vida contrasts these unsustainable practices with a business
model that matches the seasons. Captain Rick offers seafood products based on what is available locally and encourages customers to adjust their eating patterns in order to reduce the strain on global fisheries. Pura Vida Fisheries lives up to its name, offering the purest possible seafood. Pura Vida fish have never been penned or fed. As Captain Rick says, “It’s a wild fish just the way it came out of the ocean.”
the side leaving a smooth rim. It is safe and ergonomic creating a comfortable way of opening a can. The Kuhn Rikon Auto Safety lid lifter and can opener: • Automatically locks onto the can • Has a stainless steel cutting mechanism • Cuts from the side leaving the rim smooth, not sharp or jagged • Lid lifter jaws clamp on to remove the lid from the can and then releases into the trash with a
push of a button. This is a great tool to add to your collection of kitchen gadgets. This manual opener quickly does the job – especially when you are in a hurry to feed the special pets in your house. Remember my Foodie Friends, “Life Happens in the Kitchen” – even for our furry family members. Somewhere, someplace, someone is using a can opener! Take care, John and Paula
Fish Tacos with Mango and Avocado Serves 4-6 people *Ingredients available at market (A note from the Pura Vida taco expert: be liberal with salsa and limejuice. Add both while cooking and serving!)
Ingredients
1-2 pounds fish* (such as porgy, scup, or red snapper) from Pura Vida Fisheries Greens* (torn lettuce or sliced cabbage) 2 mangoes 2 avocados 2-3 limes 10 tortillas Salsa of choice Spices and hot sauce of choice
Directions When considering how much fish to cook, allow about one handful of sliced fish per taco. Debone and cut fish. Season with chili spices. Slice mangoes and avocadoes. Finely slice greens. Heat oil in a saucepan. Add fish, salsa and a bit of fresh limejuice to pan. Cook fish for 4-5 minutes. Heat tortillas briefly on a griddle or in the microwave between damp paper towels. Add greens, fish, salsa, a few slices of mango, a few slices of avocado and hot sauce to tortillas. Serve immediately.
LOCAL BRIEFS
Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014
All-American Fireworks Celebration Alonzo Fireworks brings another fireworks display to Congress Park for the 2014 All-American Celebration. The display is set to patriotic music thanks to Saratoga Guitar and The Jockey 101.3 FM. The free event is set to start July 4 at 9:30 p.m. History Museum Family Fun Day The Saratoga Springs History Museum’s seventh annual Family Fun Day will be from 11 a.m.-3p.m. on July 4 in Congress Park. The free event will offer families the chance to visit with historical re-enactors, participate in historic games, free balloons and more. The History Museum, located in the historic Canfield Casino, will also be open to visit and take a trip back into early Saratoga Springs. For more information on the event contact the History Museum at (518) 584-6920 or visit www.saratogahistory.org. Phish at SPAC Phish will be playing their jams at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center July 3-5. Cost for lawn tickets is $45. Tang Museum Exhibition From July 5 to October 26, the Tang Museum Exhibition, “Elevator Music 27-Kamau Patton: Torus-Variation 1,” will take place every Tuesday-Sunday
from noon to 5 p.m. (Friday, 7 p.m.) For more information call (518) 580-8080. Elks Lodge Italian Sausage/ Meatloaf Dinner Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge No. 161 will host an Italian sausage and meatloaf dinner on July 9 from 4:30-7 p.m. Donation request is $10 for adults. Seniors and military (Active/Retired with ID card): $9. Children 5-12: $6. Under 5: Free. Takeouts: $10. Cash Bar Available One Big Roof Class and Workshop Located at 433 Broadway, Suite 302 (3rd floor, above Putnam Market), One Big Roof is a sanctuary for contemplative and restorative care through workshops and meditation. Highlights of the upcoming schedule include a “Yoga & Meditation Workshop for Teens” (7-8:30 p.m.) on July 11 and July 25. For a complete calendar of classes and workshops visit www.oneroofsaratoga.com/home/ workshops. Christmas in July at Simpson UMC Simpson United Methodist Church (1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls) is hosting a Christmas in July gently used decorations and bake sale on Saturday, July 12 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
in the fellowship hall. Come and join in the fun and holiday atmosphere and get prepared early for Christmas. Donations of Christmas items can be dropped off at the church Wednesdays in June from 10 a.m.–3 p.m., leaving them on the covered side porch, or other arrangements can be made by calling Mary at (518) 587-7942 or Cindi at (518) 885-9791. Single Parents Meetup Calling single parents ages 30’s-70’s (with young or adult children), Parents Without Partners (PWP) meets at 6:45 p.m. on July 12. The singles Orientation and Open House will take place at the Shenendehowa Adult Community Center at Clifton Commons. You are invited to meet other singles from the Capital District, Saratoga and surrounding areas. For more information call (518) 348-2062. Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club Breakfast The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club will be cooking breakfast on July 13 from 8-11 a.m. and will continue on the second Sunday of each month all year. Eggs cooked to order, bacon, sausage, toast (white or wheat), pancakes (regular, blueberry, buckwheat, apple cinnamon), French toast, home fries, orange juice, coffee, tea, hot chocolate. Cost: Adult $6. Child $3.
Cabin Creek Cocktail Party The fifth annual Kickoff Cocktail Party to Benefit Old Friends at Cabin Creek will start at 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 19. Held at The Saratoga Golf & Polo Club, 301 Church St., Saratoga Springs, the fundraiser is to benefit the retired Thoroughbred racehorses of Old Friends at Cabin Creek. Tickets are now on sale for $100 each and can be purchased online at www. oldfriendsatcabincreek.com, or by calling JoAnn Pepper at (518) 6982377. For more information visit www. oldfriendsatcabincreek.com or call JoAnn at (518) 698-2377. Judo: Liberty Games This summer’s Liberty Games will be Sunday, July 20 at Mekeel Christian Academy (36 Sacandaga Road, Scotia). The registration deadline is July 11. For registration information email Lisa@essportscouncil.org. For judo information contact JasonMorris210@ yahoo.com. National Museum of Dance Free Admission The National Museum of Dance is now offering free admission into the museum every Tuesday and Wednesday. The museum hosts a wide variety of exhibits including the Hall of Fame, Dance Culture of Guatemala and Dance Magic. The museum’s interactive Children’s Wing
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is a popular attraction for young and old alike. For more information visit www.dancemuseum.org or call (518) 584-2225. Southern Adirondack ATA Martial Arts New beginners start class every month. Each new student starts slowly and progresses at his or her own rate of speed. You should begin by attending at least twice per week. Each class lasts about 30 minutes. Don’t be concerned if you’re out of shape or think the techniques look too difficult. You’ll be in class with other beginners like yourself. For more information call the Malta Community center at (518) 899-4411 or visit online at www. maltaparksrec.com. The Ballston Spa Public Library is providing Wonderful Wednesdays, designed for kids in kindergarten through eighth grade. Signups are underway and can be filled out from 10 a.m. to noon any day. The Wonderful Wednesday program will go from July 9 through August 13, while the reading program ends on August 29. Wonderful Wednesdays will be at 3 p.m. every day. The events are free and open to the public. For more information call (518) 885-5022.
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Family Friendly Event
Friday, June 27 Upbeat On The Roof Tang Museum Rooftop, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, 7 – 8:30 p.m. Jeanne O’Connor and the New Standard soulfully reinterprets the music of the great songwriters of the 60’s and 70’s on the Tang Museum rooftop. Rain location is inside the museum. Free. www.tang.skidmore.edu.
Saturday, June 28 Coppélia Doll Party
calendar National Museum of Dance, 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 10 – 11:30 a.m. Bring your own doll, hear the story of Coppélia as told by Margot Fonteyn, and learn to dance. Boys and girls 2years and up are welcome to dress up in their own dance or doll costume. Come get your face painted, participate in fun games, and experience dancing on a green screen. Food and drinks will be provided. Cost is $5 per child to be paid at the time of the event. Reservations requested. Limit of 20 children. Call (518) 584-2225 ext. 3001 or email: info@ dancemuseum.org.
Saratoga Trunk Walking Tour Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, Broadway & Congress St., Saratoga Springs, 11 a.m. Follow your guide Kathy Totten as she takes you on an hour long walking journey through Saratoga Springs circa 1885 and unfolds the romantic tale of Clio & Clint (played by Ingrid
Bergman & Gary Cooper in the 1945 film version). Cost is $5 per person, children 12 and under are free. Call (518) 587-3241 ext. 15 for reservations.
Valerie Buck at Old Friends at Cabin Creek 483 Sandhill Rd., Greenfield Center, Noon. The renowned horsewoman will hold an Off-The-Track Thoroughbred (OTTB) demonstration. Her nonprofit, ACCT Naturally successfully transitions horses into second careers. She will be bringing one of her horses who currently works with returning soldiers in the Warhorse program. She will be available to answer questions. A suggested donation of $20 to Old Friends at Cabin Creek would be gratefully appreciated. For more information call (518) 698-2377.
Roast Turkey Dinner The Principessa Elena Society, 13 Oak St., Saratoga
Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014 Springs, 5 – 7 p.m. Turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green bean casserole, corn, salad, dinner rolls, dessert and coffee. Cost is $15 per person to stay or take-out. Live music will follow at 8 pm.
Summer Shopping Extravaganza Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Road, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Livilu & Temesa Boutique will hold a craft and vendor show. Proceeds from 50/50 will be donated to Ballston Area Seniors. Food sales proceeds to benefit Ballston Spa Boy Scouts.
Free Lunch Ballston Spa United Methodist Church, 101 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information, contact the church office at (518) 885-6886.
Sunday, June 29 Sunday Summer Stroll NW Corner of North Broadway & Van Dam Street, 10:30 a.m. – Noon Samantha Bosshart, will lead a tour of the grand Queen Annes along this famed corridor. This area features homes built by Saratoga’s most prominent figures such as Lucy Skidmore Scribner, Fred Cluett, William B. Gage, and Senator Brackett. Tours are rain or shine. Requires walking & standing and covers varied terrain. Pre-registration preferred; please call us at (518) 587-5030 or email Sarah Kaplan, skaplan@ saratogapreservation.org to reserve your spots.
Piano Concert United Methodist Church, Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs, 2 p.m. Students ranging in age from seven to forty five
will be performing piano selections such as Beethoven sonatas and jazz to vocal selections from Broadway, classical pieces sung in Italian, German and popular songs which are always fun. Voluntary donations to benefit Shelters of Saratoga in lieu of an admission charge. For more information call (518) 605-7854.
Ballston Spa Village Family Fun Day Saratoga County Fairgrounds, 162 Prospect St., Ballston Spa, 3 – 9 p.m. Enjoy family-friendly activities, food and music and fireworks at dusk. For more information contact the Village of Ballston Spa office at (518) 885-5711.
FREE Spinning(r) 101 Saratoga Cycling Studio, 24 Hamilton St #3, Saratoga Springs, 10:45 – 11:30 a.m. 40 minutes that include bike set-up, explanation of the Spinning program and a short ride to get you comfortable on the bike and ready for your first class. While all of our classes are appropriate for beginners, this might help you to get started. For more information call (518) 812-1616 or visit www. saratogacyclingstudio.com.
Bubby’s Kitchen Skidmore College’s Janet Kinghorn Bernhard Theater 815 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs 7 p.m. The Saratoga Springs Jewish Community looks to welcome the one-woman show by Shira Ginsburg. Bubby’s Kitchen tells the heartwarming, true story of Shira Ginsburg’s journey from youth through her thirties as experienced in her Bubby’s kitchen. The performance is open to the public and is sponsored by Temple Sinai, Congregation Shaara Tfille and Skidmore Office for Student Jewish Life. The goal is to have the local
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Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014 and regional communities recognize the strength and vitality of the Jewish community and to bring youth and adults together. The 2014 Alfred Z. Solomon performance will be part of the third annual Saratoga Jewish Cultural Festival. For more information call (518) 584-8730.
Monday, June 30 Bubble Trouble Saratoga Springs Public Library, 11 a.m. – Noon Jeff Boyer juggles bubbles, sculpts and builds with bubbles, makes fog-filled bubbles and more. Mixing comedy, music and interactive bubble-magic, he engages and delights audiences of all ages. Join us for this summer reading kickoff event. Performances at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Free tickets available in the Children’s Room beginning June 1, 2014. For more information call (518) 584-7860.
Tuesday, July 1 Rufus Reid Quintet Arthur Zankel Music Center, Ladd Concert Hall, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, 8 p.m. Legendary bassist Rufus Reid leads this quintet featuring Steve Allee (piano), Duduka DaFonseca (drums), Mike Rodriguez (trumpet), and Tia Fuller (alto saxophone). Musician, composer, and educator Reid has been a crowd pleaser on the bass and has earned praise for his composing as well. Visit http://www. skidmore.edu/summerjazz for the 2014 Concert Series schedule and guest artists.
Wednesday, July 2 Poetry Open Mic with Jesse Muse & Elizabeth K. Gordon Caffe’ Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs, 7 – 9 p.m.
Caffè Lena will present poetry readings by Jesse Muse & Elizabeth K. Gordon. Jesse Muse is a Saratoga Springs native who began writing as a high school student at John Hopkins Center for Talented Youth Summer Program. Elizabeth K. Gordon lives in Cohoes and teaches writing in the on-line division of Northampton Community College An open reading will follow. Doors open for signups at 7pm and the readings will start at 7:30. The host for the event will be Carol Graser. Cost is $5. For more information call (518) 5830022. www.caffeelena.org.
Thursday, July 3 Saratoga’s All-American Celebration 2014 Downtown Saratoga Springs, July 3 – 5, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free admission. For more information on Saratoga’s All-American Celebration and up-to-date event information, visit www. saratogajuly4th.com.
Exhibit Opening Saratoga History Museum, Canfield Casino, Saratoga Springs, 6 – 8 p.m. Canfield Casino will host the opening of the exhibit Vice: The Darker Side of Saratoga Springs. Organized horseracing began in Saratoga Springs in the 1840’s along with the first public gaming house. Many local establishments operated as a classy restaurant with top notch entertainment, while back rooms were reserved for gambling. These operations were well known and operated wide open, but it seems that officials looked the other way. Throughout prohibition, Saratoga Springs became a hub for rum running from Canada to Albany. While federal agents made attempts to crack down on this, they found little to no help locally in enforcing the Federal law. Gambling
persisted for decades; however a final crackdown ended in 1953 with the Kefauver investigations, putting an end to the illegal gambling. This exhibit tells this story and everything that accompanied it. Major funding for this exhibit was provided by the Alfred Z. Solomon Charitable Trust. The exhibit will remain open until December 31, 2015. For more information please call the History Museum at (518) 584-6920 or visit www. saratogahistory.org.
Ballston Spa Community Band Wiswall Park, Ballston Spa, 6 – 8 p.m. This free concert series is a signature event in Ballston Spa and draws hundreds of visitors, as well as residents of the greater Ballston Spa community, to the village’s historic downtown. The concerts are held amid our lovely Wiswall Park gardens on Thursday evenings from 6-8 pm directly following the Thursday afternoon Farmers’ Market. This year’s concert season runs from June 26th through August 28th, once again offering a diverse line-up of talent. Bring the family to see the Ballston Community Band. The Ballston Spa Community Band was created for the continuing music education of its members and audiences. Through practicing and performing, they show that music is a life-long activity that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Free.
Fireside Chat with General Burgoyne Bookmaker’s Fireplace at the Holiday Inn, Saratoga Springs, 7 – 8 p.m. Come listen to ‘General Burgoyne’ recount his vantage point of the Battle of Saratoga, the turning point of the American Rebellion. Part of Saratoga’s AllAmerican Celebration 2014. Free Admission
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Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014
week of 6/27 - 7/3 friday, 6/27: Jon LeRoy Trio, 9 pm @ 9 Maple Avenue - 583.2582 Just Nate, 9 pm @ Bentley’s - 899.4300 Jon Pousette, 7 pm @ Caffè Lena - 583.0022 Toga Boys/ Wicked Garden, 10 pm @ Caroline St. Pub - 583.9400 Michael Louis Smith, 9 pm @ Druthers - 306-5275 Jeff Walton + Rick Bolton, 5 pm @ Gaffney’s - 587.7359 Tim Wechgelaer Band, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s - 587.7359 Jet Crash Billy, 9 pm @ Icehouse - 216.1766 Twin Peaks Duo, 6 pm/E-Town Express, 9:30 pm @ Harvey’s - 583.0003 Body & Soul, 8 pm @ Hattie’s - 584-4790 Slow Burn, 6 pm/ Funkalicious ,10:30 pm @ JP Bruno’s - 745.1180 Jeff Brisbin, 7 pm @ Maestros - 580.0312 Megan Houde , 7 pm @ Nanola -587.1300 Mirk + the Familiars, 7:30 pm @ Paddock Lounge - 330.2426 2 Girls + a Grand, 6:30 pm @ Primetime Ultra Lounge - 583.4563 Atlas Grey w/Broca’s Area, 9 pm @ Putnam Den - 584.8066 Scott Garling, 8 pm @ Ravenswood - 371.8771 TS Ensemble, 9 pm @ The Mill - 899.5253 Jeff Strange, 8:30 pm @ The Rusty Nail - 371.9875 Rich Ortiz, 6 pm @ The Saratoga Winery - 584.9463 Big Sky Country, 8 pm @ Vapor - 792.8282 Brian D., 7 pm @ Village Pizzeria - 583-2480
saturday, 6/28:x, x pm Todd Nelson’s TN3, 9 pm @ 9 Maple Avenue - 583.2582 Red Haired Strangers, 8 pm @ Caffè Lena - 583.0022 Twin Peaks, 9 pm @ Cantina - 587.5577 Bad Chaperones, 10 pm @ Caroline St. Pub - 583.9400
Nouveau Jazz Beat, 10 pm @ Circus Café - 583.1106 Betsy + the Byegons, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s - 587.7359 Sugar Pill, 9 pm @ Icehouse - 216.1766 N +S Dakotas , 9:30 pm @ Harvey’s - 583.0003 The Ideal Situation, 9 pm @ Javier’s - 871-1827 Street Talk, 10:30 pm @ JP Bruno’s - 745.1180 The Getdown, 7 pm @ Nanola -587.1300 Saving Atlantis, 6:30 pm @ Paddock Lounge - 330.2426 Andy Iorio, 6:30 pm @ Primetime Ultra Lounge - 583.4563 Kloud 9 and Friends: Let’s Dance, 8 pm @ Putnam Den - 584.8066 Cryin Out Loud, 8:30 pm @ The Mill - 899.5253 Get Up Jack, 8 pm @ The Parting Glass - 583.1916 Karaoke, 9 pm @ The Rusty Nail - 371.9875
sunday, 6/29:x, x pm Sarah Lee Guthrie + Johnny Irion, 7 pm @ Caffè Lena - 583.0022 Cole Broderick, 5 pm @ Fifty South -884-2926 George Kracket, noon @ Nanola -587.1300 Crossfire, 3 pm @ The Mill - 899.5253 N + S Dakotas, 3 pm @ The Saratoga Winery - 584.9463
monday, 6/30:x, x pm Chris Carey/ Tim Wechgelaer, 7 pm @ One Caroline - 587.2026
tuesday, 7/1:x, x pm Rich Ortiz, 10 pm @ Caroline St. Pub - 583.9400 Open Mic with Rick Bolton, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s - 587.7359 Jeff Brisbin, 7 pm @ Maestros - 580.0312
wednesday, 7/2:x, x pm Poetry Open Mic, 7 pm @ Caffè Lena - 583.0022
S P O T L I G H T As part of the kickoff to Jazz Festival weekend, there will be a party in the alley between Hattie’s and 7 Horse Pub, featuring the funkafied excellence of Body & Soul. You don’t get to see these guys too often unless you are getting married or at a VIP party, so that earns this week’s spotlight. Fresh, 7 pm @ Crown Grill - 583-1105 Bolton, Nolan + Greene, 8 pm @ Gaffney’s - 587.7359 Jeff Walton, 7 pm @ Maestros - 580.0312 Masters of Nostalgia, 9 pm @ Caroline St. Pub - 583.9400 Bobby Dick + Susie, 6:30 pm @ Primetime Ultra Lounge - 583.4563 Phish Week: Everyone Orchestra, 9 pm @ Putnam Den - 584.8066 Celtic Session, 7 pm @ The Parting Glass - 583.1916 Karaoke, 9 pm @ The Rusty Nail - 371.9875
thursday, 7/3:x, x pm Al Bruno, 8 pm @ Seven Horse Pub - 581.0777 Open Mic, 8 pm @ Caffè Lena - 583.0022 Open Mic, 10 pm @ Circus Cafe’ - 583.1106 Jeff Brisbin, 7 pm @ Crown Grill -583.1105 Diz, 7 pm @ Druthers - 306-5275 The Remainders Acoustic, 8 pm @ Gaffney’s - 587.7359 Jeff Walton, 6 pm @ Horseshoe Inn - 587.4909 Skinny Bean, 7 pm @ Harvey’s - 583.0003 Phish Week: Lucid, 9 pm @ Putnam Den - 584.8066 Phish After Party: Dead Sessions, 11 pm @ The Parting Glass - 583.1916
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Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014
Quinn Sullivan. Photo by Robert Knight
Earth, Wind & Fire. Photo by Randee St. Nicholas.
SATURDAY, JUNE 28 AMPITHEATRE Robin McKelle & The Flytones Ronnie Earl & The Broadcasters Jon Batiste & Stay Human Mike Stern & Bill Evans Band f. Steve Smith & Tom Kennedy Terence Blanchard Dr Lonnie Smith Octet Earth Wind & Fire GAZEBO Marc Cary Focus Trio f. Rashaan Carter & Sameer Gupta Lew Tabackin Trio Mary Halvorson Trio w/ John Hebert & Ches Smith Robin McKelle & The Flytones Jaimeo Brown Transcendence w/ JD Allen & Chris Sholar
Trombone Shorty is headlining on Sunday. Photo provided.
SUNDAY, JUNE 29 TIME 12:00 PM 1:20 PM 2:45 PM 4:15 PM 5:40 PM 7:15 PM 9:15 PM 12:15 PM 1:40 PM 3:10 PM 4:40 PM 6:05 PM
AMPITHEATRE Quinn Sullivan Newport Jazz Festival: Now 60 Dave Holland Prism w/ Kevin Eubanks, Craig Taborn & Eric Harland Patti Austin Eddie Palmieri Salsa Orchestra Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue
TIME 12:30 PM 1:50 PM 3:20 PM 5:00 PM 6:45 PM 8:30 PM
GAZEBO Tim Berne’s Snakeoil w/ Oscar Noriega, Matt Mitchell & Ches Smith Warren Wolf & Wolfpack Melissa Aldana Crash Trio w/ Pablo Menares and Francisco Mela Sean Jones Quartet w/ Sullivan Fortner, Luques Curtis & Obed Calvaire Quinn Sullivan
12:10 PM 1:20 PM 2:50 PM 4:10 PM 5:35 PM
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A ‘Fresh’ Look For Bo by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS – ‘Fresh,’ a classic jazz standards trio with a repertoire that is spiced up with sultry blues and soulful vocals, will be returning for
‘Fresh’ Wednesdays, July 2 and August 6 7-10 p.m. The Crown Grill at Circus Cafe 390 Broadway - Saratoga Springs crowngrillsaratoga.com
their second appearance at the Crown Grill (390 Broadway, Saratoga Springs) next Wednesday, July 2. Their first gig, on Wednesday, June 4, wowed those in attendance to such an extent that the owners have established them in a first Wednesday residency slot. “Colin and I are huge music fans and we love Jazz. When we heard the renditions that Bo Goliber and Fresh did of songs by Ella Fitzgerald, Diana Krall and other classic Jazz greats; we knew they were a perfect fit for The Crown Grill. Their vibe perfectly matches the ambience of The Crown. We are thrilled to have them on the first Wednesday of each month as well as for special events,” says Christel MacLean, co-owner of The Crown Grill. The band is composed of Tommy Miller on Guitar, Joe Lattanzio on piano and “one-person horn section” – I kid you not – and is fronted by the vocal power and elegance of one Bo Goliber. “I am happy to gush over these guys,” Bo says of her band mates. “They are veterans of so many big bands and, having played together for over 20 years, they read each other’s minds musically.” The professionalism of Tommy and Joe recognizes that while they are going to get plenty of chances to be in the spotlight in the course of the evening, it is the singer in these combos that is called lead singer for a reason. And, in Bo, they’ve got a triple threat. - First, as a devoted supermom and wife, who also found time to
Bo Goliber. Photo by MarkBolles.com. Inset - Joe Lattanzio.
gather this year’s “Spirit Award” for her efforts as part of her recent 10-week LLS (Leukemia and Lymphoma Society campaign. - Second, she works full-time as a “Heavy Hitter” (they are too cool for school with the titles there – so this is one I gave her) in Community Relations and Philanthropy for Fingerpaint Marketing, across Broadway from the Crown Grill. So, if you see someone flying out of Fingerpaint’s office at 6:57 p.m., crossing Broadway while warming up her voice doing scales, you’ll have a good idea who that is. Third, she has the musical background: singing at church weddings, classical voice training since her preteen years, as well as bands throughout college. “Those periods where I wasn’t singing, I truly missed it. It becomes part of your soul.” Bo said.
“I love this band, and the idea that none of us really want to play more than maybe twice a month,” Bo says. “I don’t have the time and the guys want to enjoy their well-deserved free time.” With a wide playlist to choose from, the band will be, well, ‘Fresh’ each time you see them. But there are some staples: expect to hear Summertime, A Change is Gonna Come and Fever (where Joe gets to do his human horn section thing). So Bo knows a lot. But what Bo knows best is gratitude. She’s a confident woman at the top of her game on several levels, but thankful for her family, teammates and friends. “It’s great to be able to share and receive feedback.” She said. Which it’s why she’s so easy to root for. In this section of the paper, you get chances to tout the reader to something that is going to be a ‘thing’ – a place to be – and give it a wider showcase. They are all-too-rare - but this is one of them. Recommended without reservation. Though I do recommend you MAKE a reservation (see below). Here’s an idea: take that cute guy or gal jazz-lover who you are no doubt about to meet this weekend at SPAC and score some points because you now know Bo! I think I’ll leave it there. The Crown Grill’s phone number is (518) 583- 1105. For more information about ‘Fresh’ visit facebook.com/ freshbandcapitalregion
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New York State Summer Writers Institute Opens June 30 at Skidmore College
William Kennedy
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The 28th annual New York State Summer Writers Institute at Skidmore College is scheduled from June 30 to July 25. Featuring classes for students of fiction, non-fiction prose and poetry writing taught by a distinguished faculty of acclaimed writers, the Summer Writers Institute is directed by Robert Boyers, professor of English at Skidmore. The Summer Writers Institute also offers a rich schedule of
readings and discussions by participating and guest writers, many of whom have received critical acclaim and top awards over the course of their careers. All events begin at 8 p.m. in Davis Auditorium of Palamountain Hall. Admission is free. June 30: Elizabeth Benedict (fiction) and Campbell McGrath (poetry) July 1: Francine Prose (fiction) and Nicholas Delbanco (non-fiction) July 2: Frank Bidart (poetry) and Jim Shepard (fiction) July 3: Russell Banks (fiction) and Chase Twichell (poetry) July 4: Howard Norman (fiction) and Jane Shore (poetry) July 7: Rosanna Warren (poetry) and Cristina Garcia (fiction) July 8: Phillip Lopate (nonfiction) and Victoria Redel (fiction) July 9: James Longenbach (poetry) and Joanna Scott
(fiction) July 10: Louise Gluck (poetry) and Caryl Phillips (fiction) July 11: Joyce Carol Oates (fiction) July 14: Carolyn Forche (poetry) & Amy Hempel (fiction) July 15: Marilynne Robinson (fiction) and Peg Boyers (poetry) July 16: Danzy Senna(fiction) and Honor Moore (non-fiction) July 17: William Kennedy (fiction) July 18: Robert Pinsky (poetry) July 21: Mark Strand (poetry) and Binnie Kirshenbaum (fiction) July 22: Charles Simic (poetry) and Adam Braver (fiction) July 23: Rick Moody (fiction) and Tom Healy (poetry) July 24: Jamaica Kincaid (fiction) and Henri Cole (poetry) July 25: Paul Harding (fiction) and Carl Dennis (poetry)
A New Identity for UPH SARATOGA SPRINGS – Universal Preservation Hall (UPH) announces the unveiling of its new brand identity. This new logomark is symbolic of the recent developments taking place at UPH. “There’s been so much change going on at UPH,” remarked Teddy Foster, UPH Board President, “and we felt it was time to acknowledge and celebrate that change and to give the public a sense of just how much things are moving forward here.” The new logo is a complement to the new UPH website, which was launched in May and celebrates the building’s history while pointing the way forward
with a full calendar of events and includes a photo gallery. The logo was developed by Rafael Holguín, Director of Design at Palio+Ignite in Saratoga Springs. Upcoming events include an evening performance by the Brubeck Brothers Quartet on Friday, August 1 and a new music series in September and October. For more information about UPH, go to saratogapreservationhall.org, or to arrange an event of your own, contact Mary Beth McGarrahan at manager@ saratogapreservationhall.org or (518) 584-2627.
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Happy 100th Geraldine! BALLSTON SPA – If you see Geraldine tomorrow, congratulate her on reaching the century mark! Yes, Geraldine Boyce Mabb was born on June 28, 1914 to Dr. Elmer and Mary Boyce. She, her parents, brother Elmer and sister Charlotte move to the V-corners area of Ballston Spa in 1930. Geraldine walked from V-corners to the old Ballston High School, where she notably the fastest typist in class. In 1933, she married Clarence Mabb from Round Lake. Together, they had three children: Beverly, Duane and Richard, six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She will be celebration tomorrow with many of them, as well as friends. Geraldine now resides in Maplewood Manor.
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STILLWATER — Fifth grader Alan Conklin, 11, was chosen out of over 5000 nationwide applicants to attend ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Science Camp at RPI. This camp is on the campus and lasts until July 4. The applicants were chosen from both academic performance and school administration recommendations. Alan had to miss the final week of elementary school to attend the campus. Coursework includes such topics as DNA, RDA and polymers, Extremophiles and Forensic Geochemistry. Alan is the son of Steven Conklin and Heather Estep, both of Stillwater.
Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014
Ninth Annual Wilton Rotary Golf Classic A Big Success WILTON — The Wilton Rotary Club raised nearly $12,000 for various charitable causes, including $2,360 for Shelters of Saratoga, at its ninth annual Golf Classic sponsored by Turbine Services, Ltd. at Airway Meadows Golf Club on June 14.
The patriotic-themed Flag Day event over Father’s Day weekend saw 120 golfers participate in a fun-filled day of golf and fellowship to help those in need. Thank you to all sponsors, volunteers and golfers for making the day such a success!
Dr. C. Chris Brockett (right) presents a check for $2,360 to Shelters of Saratoga. The funds were raised by the annual Golf Ball Drop sponsored by Saratoga Veterinary Hospital, P.C. as part of the 9th Annual Wilton Rotary Golf Classic, sponsored by Turbine Services, Ltd. Receiving the check on behalf of Shelters of Saratoga is Bonnie Potter, House Manager, and her husband Bill.
Ballston Area Community Center Gets New Sign BALLSTON SPA –Michael Hosek, Life Scout in Troop 1 of Ballston Spa, recently finished his Eagle Scout project, which was to install the new BACC sign and construct the stonewall around it. Before this new project, people looking for the Ballston Area Community Center would struggle to find it, and many times would end up at a completely different location. Following the green light from the village, Hosek sent out donation letters to local businesses and individuals to raise funds needed to help pay for the project. The response was fantastic and the community contributed entire cost of the sign. Front L-R: Michael Mancion (representing Senator Hugh Farley); Assemblyman James Tedisco; Maureen Hosek (mother); Life Scout Michael Hosek; Ballston Spa Mayor John Romano; Town of Milton Supervisor Dan Lewza; BACC Director Kathi Leigh; Matthew Scollin (representing Congressman Bill Owens) and scouts from Troop1.
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Week of June 27 – July 3, 2014 Adirondack Christian Fellowship
Corinth United Methodist Church
8 Mountain Ledge, Wilton 587-0623; acfsaratoga.com Services: Sunday 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.
243 Main Street, Corinth 654-2521 cfumc@cnyconnect.net Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Cornerstone Community Church
Adirondack Friends Meeting 27 Saratoga Ave., S. Glens Falls 793-3755; AdirondackFM@nycap. rr.com; www.adirondackfriendsmeeting.org Regina Baird Haag, pastoral minister Services: 10:30 a.m. Sunday The Alliance Church 257 Rowland St., Ballston Spa 885-6524 Services: Morn. Worship 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., coffee served at 9:45 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. All are welcome. Handicapped accessible. 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 Service, 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 St., Saratoga Springs 584-5980 Services: Sunday 6:30, 8 & 10 a.m. Church of Christ at Clifton Park 7 Old Route 146 371-6611; cliftonparkchurchofchrist.com Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Christ Community Reformed Church 1010 Route 146, Clifton Park 371-7654; ccrc-cpny.org. Services: Sundays 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. Congregation Shaara Tfille 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs 584-2370; saratogasynagogue.org Services: Saturday 9:30 a.m., (1st Sat. also 10:30) Monday & Thursday 7:30 a.m., third Friday each month 7:30 p.m. Handicapped Accessible Corinth Free Methodist Church 20 Hamilton Ave., Corinth 654-9255; 792-0271 Services: Sunday at 10 a.m.
516 Park Ave., Mechanicville 664-5204 Pastor Frank Galerie mycornerstonechurch.org Services: Sundays at 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.; Weekday Masses: MondayFriday 9 a.m. 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. 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 at 10 a.m. Full Gospel Tabernacle 207 Redmond Road, Gansevoort 793-2739 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.; Bible Study: Thursday 6:30 p.m. Galway United Methodist Church 2056 East Street (at intersection of Route 147), Galway 882-6520 www.galway-united-methodist-church. com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. (9 a.m. in July and August) Grace Brethren Church 137 W. Milton Road, Ballston Spa 587-0649 Rev. Dan Pierce Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Handicapped accessible. Grace Fellowship Saratoga 165 High Rock Ave 518-691-0301 Website: http://saratoga.gracefellowship. com/ Pastor: Mike Adams Service Times: Sundays 9 & 11 a.m. Greater Grace Community Church Pastor David Moore 100 Saratoga Village Blvd. #17 899-7777; thechurch@ggccmalta.org www.ggccmalta.org Services: Wednesday 7:30 p.m. Good Times Restaurant, Lake Rd. 2nd floor; Friday 7:30 p.m. Saratoga Chapel, Eastline & Lake Rds; Sunday 10 a.m. - Glenville Senior Center, 32 Worden Rd. Greenfield Center Baptist Church 30 Wilton Rd., Greenfield Center 893-7429 Services: Sunday School for all ages - 9:45 a.m. Church Service - 11 a.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Highway Tabernacle Church 90 River Rd., 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. Handicapped accessible 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. Childcare is available at all services. 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 10:30 a.m. Handicapped accessible. 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. Coffee and Fellowship in Living Stone Hall; Wednesday: noon potluck luncheon; 1 p.m. choir rehearsal; 2 p.m. Bible Study Group 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. Handicapped accessible. 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. Handicapped accessible. River of Hope Fellowship 100 Saratoga Village Blvd. Malta Cmns., Ste. 3, Malta 881-1505; riverofhopefellowship.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Roman Catholic Church of St. Peter 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-2375 Services: Eucharistic Celebrations: Saturday 5 p.m.; Sunday 7:30, 9 & 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. & 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; sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com; www.stjosephschurchgreenfieldcenter. org Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m. Handicapped accessible 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. Handicapped accessible St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church 771 Route 29, Rock City Falls 893-7680; sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com; www. stjosephschurchgreenfieldcenter.org Services: Sunday 8:30 am. Handicapped accessible. St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 149 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs 584-0904 Services: Saturday 5 p.m. with Holy Communion. Sundays 8:30 & 11 a.m. with Holy Communion. 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. 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; saratogaabundantlife.org Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. Saratoga Chabad 130 Circular St., Saratoga Springs 526-0773; saratora@aol.com; 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 9 & 10:45 a.m.
Handicapped accessible. 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. 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 584-3122 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church 1 Grove St., Schuylerville 695-3918 Services: Sunday 8a.m. & 9 a.m. (Sunday School at 9:00 also) episcopalchurch-schuylerville.org Temple Sinai 509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-8730 www.saratogasinai.org Shabbat Services: Friday 6 p.m. Preceded by 5:30 p.m. Oneg. Handicapped Accessible. Terra Nova Church 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs 833-0504; terranovachurch.org saratogaquestions@terranovachurch. org, Services: Sunday 5:30 p.m. Childcare: six months–four years and expanding. Handicapped accessible. The Salvation Army Worship, Service & Community Center 27 Woodlawn Ave., Saratoga Springs 584-1640; Mail-P.O. Box 652 Captain Aaron A. Boone, Sr.; Captain Amber S. Boone Commanding Officers/Ministers Services: Sunday School 10 a.m.; Praise & Worship 11 a.m. Trinity United Methodist Church 155 Ballard Road, Gansevoort 584-9107; tumcwilton.com Rev. Patti Molik-Pastor Services: Sunday 9 a.m. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-1555; uusaratoga.org Services, Sundays 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; wiltonbaptist@gmail.com; wiltonbaptistchurch.com Services: Sunday Service 11 a.m.
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The Social Media and Sports
by Damian Fantauzzi for Saratoga TODAY Ah, here we go again! Welcome to the 21st century and to the ever-shrinking world that we now live in, which will never go back to what it used to be. There has been some
scuttlebutt about how many collegiate athletic programs have developed followers and, or have been scrutinized through the social media. Since the birth of the internet, and in particular with its offspring, the social media, this “wide-open” method of connectivity has now become a big part of the way we live. The social media definitely has its pros and cons. An obvious pro, for the environment of collegiate athletics and athletics in general, is getting the message out to friends and fans. These media sites are probably the best and quickest way of communication that there has ever been in the world. In college sports, and at all levels, no matter what the message, it needs to be a positive one that will promote interest from the fan base. What I’m saying is pretty simple, the message should be about what makes a team part of the community’s family.
A good example is at the collegiate level each player gets a bio about where they’re from and how the coach feels that he or she can contribute to the team’s chemistry. That’s a good way to promote and communicate an interest within the populous of the school’s community and the surrounding environment. Here comes the downside, the con of what social media can do. If a player has a gripe with the coach, a teammate, or even the school itself, he or she needs to keep out of the mainstream of Facebook, Instagram and Twitter because it will go viral. Social media’s biggest downside is pretty basic: Once it’s said, there’s no taking it back! Everyone who is a follower, or not, will now know what’s been said, no matter how good, or bad it might be. When a player puts his or her name as a social media contact
with personal information/ address, it’s all out there. They can become a person of near celebrity status, or an instant target of negative criticism. This doesn’t only apply to athletes. We are all open targets on the social network. The good thing is, if someone has a derogatory message, their contact messenger address and name is in plain view. I guess that’s a form of monitoring that can protect us from despicable and hurtful comments. Does it? What has become more of an unfortunate aspect of the social network is that it has brought the act of intimidation to a new level. Unfortunately it has become a cowardly tool for bullies. There are some people, especially with the preadolescent and adolescent age groups, who use the social networks to ridicule and attack a person, or persons, as well as some organizations, with hostile
and hurtful messaging. The first amendment gives us the freedom of speech, but these freedoms also have parameters, rules of responsibility that are just as important as our right to give our opinions. Just like the second amendment gives us the right to bear arms and have guns, and with that comes a responsibility to society. Words are a different kind of bullet, which can sometimes have a lasting wound! So the shrinking world of communication, created by the ever present technology of the internet, also comes with a responsibility. Like it or not, social media now connects us all. It really has become a big part of our universe, which also has had a gravitational pull on the world of athletics. On the playing field of social networking, through the internet, there are no winners in the game of malice!
Upcoming Saratoga Rugby Invitational Ranked No. 5 in US SARATOGA SPRINGS — Waisale Serevi is considered one of the greatest rugby sevens players ever, and his company, Serevi Rugby, is reshaping rugby sevens in the United States. His company has also ranked the upcoming Saratoga Sevens Rugby Invitational tournament No. 5 among the best in the county, further helping Saratoga Springs become a rugby hub in the Northeast. “When a tournament that hasn’t even happened yet lands at the No. 5 of the best seven tournaments in the United States, I think it’s safe to say we
are onto something good here,” said Director of Saratoga Sevens Eric Huss. Serevi Rugby stated that Saratoga’s Tournament “is out to set the standard for how a rugby tournament should be run.” This event, which is being hosted by the Saratoga Rugby Club, will premier Saturday, July 19. The all-day event takes place in the heart of Saratoga Springs at the Saratoga Rugby Grounds at 5 Clement Ave. and Skidmore College. The tournament is also coinciding with the opening of horse racing season in Saratoga, as Saratoga Rugby Club is out to make
their own addition to everyone’s travels this track season. “Saratoga, New York is recognized as one of the top summer destinations in the world, making it an attractive tournament to attend for players and fans from all over,” stated the Serevi Rugby article. For more information about our event, please contact Rob Michelin at recruiting@ saratogarugby.org or visit saratogasevens.com
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Community Sports Bulletin Register For Blue Streak Boys Basketball Camp SARATOGA SPRINGS — The 2014 Blue Streak Boys Basketball Camp will be held July 21-25 at the Saratoga Springs High School gymnasium. Session One will go from 8-11 a.m. for boys entering Grades 3-6. Session Two will be noon-3 p.m. for boys entering Grades 7-10. The camp will focus on
fundamentals and work to develop the skills of shooting form, ball handling, defense, triple threat position, screening/using screens and rebounding. Registration forms need to be filled out and handed in by July 15. Cost is $125 per player. Checks can be made payable to “Saratoga Boys Basketball Booster Club” and mailed to coach Matt Usher at 41-F Horicon Ave., Glens Falls NY 12801. Each player will receive a camp T-shirt and a concession stand will be open for food and drinks. For more information email Usher at m_usher@ saratogaschools.org.
Sign Up For Intro To Ice Skating SARATOGA SPRINGS — The City of Saratoga Springs Recreation Department is currently holding signups for their summer Intro to Ice Skating program. The eight-week program is open to everyone ages 3 and up. If you’ve never skated before, or are looking to build upon skills already learned, this is the program for you. Classes will be held Tuesday from 5-6:30 p.m. Program cost is
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$40 for Saratoga Springs city residents and $70 for those living outside the city. Go to www.saratogarec. com to download forms or register in person at 15 Vanderbilt Ave. Call the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550, ext. 2300 or email recreservations@s aratoga-spr ings.org with questions or for additional information.
Free World Cup Soccer Clinics WILTON — The Saratoga Wilton Soccer Club will offer free summer soccer clinics on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Gavin Park this summer. Starting July 8, the clinics are designed for soccer players who are looking for advanced skills training in a fun and encouraging environment.
Register in advance by emailing with your son or daughter’s name and age. Ages: Boys and Girls ages 7-13. Days and Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays Clinics are 5:30-6:45 p.m. Pick-up 6:30-8 p.m. Dates: July 8-10, 15-17, 22-24, 29-31, August: 19-21, 26 and 28. For more information email swscsoccer@gmail.com.
Sign Up For Triple Threat Basketball Camp SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Triple Threat Basketball Camp at East Side Rec. in Saratoga Springs gwill be July 21-25. For both boys and girls, and for ages 7-13, all days will go from 8:3011:30 a.m. Skill drills and competitions will take place for shooting, dribbling and other facets of the game. There will also be scrimmages and practice games mixed in with multiple break times for freeze pops (bring other snacks and drinks, as needed). Friday will be championship
day before the awards ceremony from 11:30-11:45 a.m. The fee for the camp is $70, which is due before or on the first day. If a child attended any previous camps, call to see if the form is on file. Checks can be made out to Tony Devizzio, 251 Greenfield Ave. #1, Ballston Spa. Home Phone: (518) 885-0596. Cell: (518) 932-1525.
Get Started At Southern Adirondack ATA Martial Arts MALTA — Southern Adirondack ATA Martial Arts is offering beginner, intermediate and advanced martial arts classes at their location in Malta. New beginners start class every month. Each new student starts slowly and progresses at his or her own rate of speed. You should begin by attending at least twice per week. Each class lasts about 30 minutes. Don’t be concerned if you’re out of shape or think the techniques look too difficult.
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You’ll be in class with other beginners like yourself. While there is little doubt that most Americans would like to have the skill of a Black Belt, there still exists a huge amount of misinformation about the martial art. It was once said, “The hardest part of any journey is the taking of the first step”. For more information, call the Malta Community center at (518) 899-4411, or visit online at www. maltaparksrec.com.
Airway Cup 15th Anniversary GANSEVOORT — The Airway Cup 15th Anniversary Celebration tournament, at Airway Meadows Golf Club in Gansevoort, will be July 4. Starting at 1 p.m., the two-player Best Ball, Ryder Cup format tourney will award a prize to the top overall color team (Red vs. Blue). For more information on the tournament, call (518) 792-4144.
Register for Skidmore Girls’ Basketball Camp SARATOGA SPRINGS — Skidmore College is hosting a girls’ basketball camp July 21-25. From that Monday to Friday, the camp will go from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. every day. Early drop off is available at 8:30 a.m. through Friday with late pickup being 4:30 p.m. through that Thursday. Cost is $245. Register at Skidmore Athletic Summer Camps or call (518) 580-5363 for more information.
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Information you can understand and apply to play better golf everyday.
Quick Tips (Chipping & Pitching) sabotage their short shots. One is ball position. Many golfers’ ball is way too far forward. This is setting up for failure. If this is your ball position, you regularly hit shots around the green fat or thin. That is why your confidence is low. So from now on, put the ball in the middle or even a little back of center in your stance because you want to hit the ball while the club is moving downward.
by Fred Fruisen for Saratoga TODAY I see golfers struggle with the short game (chipping and pitching) more than any other part of the game. I call the short game The Big Eraser. Reliable chipping and pitching will erase mistakes that are made with approach shots. It’s a fact that you’re going to miss greens. Even pros miss five greens per round—and the average golfer will miss even more! It’s frustrating when you can hit the ball 400 yards in two shots, yet it takes four more shots to get it in the hole from 30 yards. If you want to lower your handicap, you have to have a solid short game. Chipping and pitching are crucial for scoring. There are two common mistakes I see most golfers make that
Just like in the photo. You’ll get instant results. The second mistake I see is a stance that is too wide. Watch the pros. Usually on pitches and chips their stance is very narrow, unless they have a crazy lie. The pros take a narrow stance to eliminate any lateral movement. Shots around the green are finesse shots and shifting weight on this shot is counterproductive. I can tell you all of the technical reasons why this works, but instead of boring you, just set up like in the photo and be amazed how instantly your chips and pitches are better. And remember one more thing: with chipping and pitching, everything is opposite. DOWN = UP. If you want the ball to go up, hit down. Don’t scoop or try to lift the ball in the air. If you do try to lift the ball into the air, you will often mishit it. I tell the golfers I teach to try to hit the part of the ball that you can’t see. Here are some quick tips on how to improve both areas.
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Tip No. 1: Chipping Chopsticks Drill I came up with the Chipping Chopsticks drill to help my students improve their chipping. And yes, you will need chopsticks (you can get them at the grocery store). Just go to the area where
Stick a chopstick in the end of your grip. When addressing the ball for a chip, if you are set up properly, you won’t see the chopstick because it will be covered up by your forearm (see photo above). When you do this drill, at no point should you be able to see the chopstick. This shows that you kept your left wrist firm. If you can see the chopstick you’ll know you let the left wrist break down (scooping). So now you know why you hit poor chip shots (see photo above). With very little practice you will be hitting beautiful crisp chip shots and saving strokes. Tip No. 2: Pitching Triangles (Pictured Right)
It’s important to use the same ball position as described above when pitching. When setting up for a pitch shot, notice the lines that are made between the shoulders and arms form a nice triangle.
This drill is very simple. Start with a triangle and finish with a triangle. On the back swing you won’t and shouldn’t maintain the triangle—that would look stiff and feel awkward—but at impact we should once again have a triangle, and we should also finish with a triangle. Notice that the triangle always points at the ball. Let your arms extend, don’t let your arms fold up past the shot. This will ensure your wrists and arms don’t break down and you have nice extension through the shot. With this simple swing thought you will hit beautiful, soft pitch shots that cozy up near the hole. I hope these quick tips have instant results for you. Fred Fruisen is the coachofgolf. Fruisen is a PGA Professional and the golf coach at Skidmore College. For more lessons go to coachofgolf.com. For personal instruction call (518) 565-7350.
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Spa Laser Repeats As Mayor’s Cup Champs SARATOGA SPRINGS — Spa Laser & Vein starting pitcher Christian Kondo threw a complete game en route to a 10-1 victory over Saratoga National’s Lions at East Side Rec., June 21. Spa Laser & Vein has now won two straight Mayor’s Cup Majors Division titles. Kondo struck out 13, walked one, and gave up just three hits in
six innings. He also had a two-RBI double in the game. Mason Bloem was 2-for-3, including an RBI triple, while Gil Dexter was 2-for-3 with two RBIs. Ben Crandall also had two hits in the game for Spa Laser. For the Lions, Brant Robinson, Lonrenzo Marcolin and Jax Todorovic had the team’s three hits between them.
Spa Laser & Vein’s Mason Bloem hustles down the first base line, during the Mayor’s Cup Majors Championship game at East Side Rec. on June 21. Photo by Sharon Castro.