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If Wishes Were HORSES...
Enjoy an evening of Wine, Beer, Music and Food! Bid on items from local businesses and special Racing Memorabilia. Proceeds will fund the innovative retraining program for off-track thoroughbreds at ACTT Naturally.
July 29th • 5:00pm-9:00 at Oliva Vineyards
2074 State Route 4 Fort Edward NY. www.OlivaVinyards.com. Tickets are $40.00 and can be purchased online at www.ACTTNaturally.org and at the door.
the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, and completed her residency at St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx, NY. Dr. Bordenave-Sande is one of the few osteopathic physicians in the Capital District who practices Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine. She has a private practice in Saratoga Springs. For more information call 210-1557.
Saratoga PLAN Receives Blue Water Project Community Action Grant from RBC Foundation Saratoga PLAN announced that it has received a $10,000 grant from the RBC Foundation–USA, in order to help the organization build an interpretive trail along Fish Creek in Saratoga County. The Siege Trail traverses the grounds of a significant historic event and provides a critical connection linking four other historic sites with public access. Saratoga PLAN is a nonprofit land conservation organization dedicated to preserving the rural character, natural habitats and scenic beauty of Saratoga County so that these irreplaceable assets are accessible to all and survive for future generations. The mission of RBC Foundation–USA is to improve the quality of life in the communities where RBC Wealth Management does business by supporting non-profit organizations that make a positive impact. The Foundation focuses on five core areas: arts and culture, education, health, human services and civic programs. The RBC Blue Water Project is an innovative, wide-ranging, 10year, global commitment to help protect fresh water by providing $50 million in charitable grants to not-for-profit organizations that protect watersheds and provide or ensure access to clean drinking water. "RBC believes that the strength of our business is directly tied to the wellbeing of the communities where we do business,” said Tom Brockley, Capital Region branch director. "We are pleased to help Saratoga PLAN contribute to the community where people can enjoy Fish Creek for generations to come.”
ACTT Naturally’s founder, Valerie Buck, worked for 28 years at top stables in the racing industry, sitting aboard some of the best horses of her generation. Valerie now combines her experience on the track with her education in Natural Horsemanship to create well mannered, mentally and physically balanced horses.
ACTT Naturally relies on donations. Make your contribution by PayPal at:
www.acttnaturally.org ACTT Naturally is a 501 (c) (3). The full amount of your contribution will be deductible for federal income tax purposes.
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“Creating quality educational experiences for local students and heritage tourists will bring our area’s rich Revolutionary War history to life. What a story we have to tell,” said Trabka. “People will be able to see where the British and the American forces were positioned during October 1777 when they visit the Siege Trail along Fish Creek, the Champlain Canalway Trail, Schuyler House, Victory Woods, Saratoga Monument, and the planned visitor center next to Fort Hardy Park. This project is possible because of the many partners who have contributed - dozens of volunteers, Brookfield Power, Saratoga National Historical Park, Siena College’s Center for Revolutionary Studies, Town of Saratoga, American Battlefield Protection Program, Bender Family Foundation, A.Z. Solomon Charitable Trust, the Historic Hudson-Hoosic Partnership, and RBC.” About Saratoga PLAN; As the recognized conservation leader throughout Saratoga County, Saratoga PLAN is a land trust that helps landowners conserve their farmland, woodlands and natural