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The Current State of Power: Grid and Growth in Saratoga

by Norra Reyes Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA COUNTY — When people reach for a light switch, they assume the lights will turn on. They want the air conditioner working through the summer, heat in winter, and the dishwasher all year long. The dismay is genuine if the cell phone and laptop cannot charge.

Personal reliance on the electrical grid is but one piece of the demand for power. Businesses lose money every minute their lights don’t run. Manufacturers the size of

Ham Radio to the Rescue

GlobalFoundries can use as much power as can feed 150,000 homes.

The demand on today’s grid is great, but with two economic development agencies and other stakeholders working to bring more manufacturing to Saratoga County, are we ready for future demand?

“That’s the question. I don’t know,” said Dennis Brobston, president of the Saratoga Economic Development Corporation (SEDC).

“There are a lot of factors that go into that. The beauty of this thing, and thing that makes you mad, is the grid See Grid pg. 10

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Dead & Co.

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Inside TODAY Blotter 5 Obituaries 6-7 Business 14-15 Education 16-17 Pulse 24-31

by Peter Miller Special to Saratoga TODAY

STILLWATER — Saratoga County ham radio operators will join with thousands of Amateur Radio operators June 25 through 26 to fine-tune their emergency capabilities. Using only emergency power supplies, ham operators will construct emergency radio stations in parks, shopping malls, schools and backyards around the country. Locally, this year’s event takes place at the Saratoga National Historical Park in Stillwater.

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88|57 Ham radio operator works through the night in annual emergency communications test. Photo provided.

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Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

Man on the Street ““What is the best piece of advice someone has given to you and who was it from?””

“My mother told me not to talk to strangers.” – Allen Goodemote, from Fort Collins, Colorado

“My husband was a sailor, and he always told me, ‘When there’s no wind, row.’ It means even when things get tough, keep pushing.” – Joan Meinking, from Long Island

“I teach dance, and I always tell my teenage girls to make sure that you’re an individual before you’re a couple.” – Sue Lennon, from Monroe

“Always have money in your pocket. It was from my dad.”

– Jonathan Hefter (right), from Saratoga Springs “My mom told me to always eat dessert.” – Annie Finn (left), from Saratoga Springs

“My father always said that if you’re going to drink, make sure you eat.” – Nick Livote, from Wilton

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Circus Smirkus Returns to Saratoga Springs July 8 and 9 Tickets on Sale Now! SARATOGA SPRINGS ­Circus Smirkus, the acclaimed international youth circus, returns to the outdoor polo field at Saratoga Casino and Raceway for four performances this summer. On Friday, July 8 and Saturday, July 9, families can gather under the “Big Top Tent” as the Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs proudly presents the Circus Smirkus 2016 “Big Top Tour.”

Circus Smirkus will have a 1 and 6 p.m. show scheduled for each day. Tickets are $25 for adults 13 and older and $23 for children 2-12. Children younger than two are free on an adult’s lap. All proceeds raised will go directly to the Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs. Tickets are now available by calling 1-877-SMIRKUS toll-free or visiting www.smirkus. org. Tickets are also available locally in Saratoga Springs at the Children’s Museum at Saratoga on 69 Caroline Street and at Crafters Gallery, 427 Broadway.

Thirty budding circus stars, ages 11 to 18, bring youthful exuberance and polished circus skills from all parts of the country and the world. The 2016 performance troupe hails from fifteen states;­ California, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Minnesota, New Hampshire,

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New York, Rhode Island, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, and Washington. The show is full of talent and spectacle, with aerials, acrobatics, wire walking, juggling, rola-bola, clowning, live music and an array of brilliant costumes. Circus Smirkus is the only American youth circus to put on a full-season tour under its own big top, a 24-meter, 750 seat, one-ring tent in the European style.

This year’s tour continues the tradition of Smirkus theme-based shows with “Up, HUP and Away: The Invention of Flight!” It promises to be a high-flying show that soars into the wild blue yonder!

With flocks of jugglers, hilarious clowns, and air-borne aerialists,

this show truly takes flight! The audience will need to strap themselves in for a wild ride on cloud nine as performers swoop from one aerodynamic feat to the next.

Circus Smirkus is a nonprofit, award winning international youth circus founded with the mission of promoting the skills, culture and traditions of the traveling circus and inspiring youth to engage in life-changing adventures in the circus arts.

The 2016 Circus Smirkus “Big Top Tour” will include 67 performances this summer between late June and mid-August. Now in its 29th year, the Vermont-based Continued on page 30.

Happy Take Your Dog to Work Day!

Happy Take Your Dog to Work Day!

SARATOGA SPRINGS – On behalf of Pupa, Cookie, Smitty and Smalls - as well as their humans Mare and Maddy, we wish everyone a happy Take Your Dog to Work Day! Sometimes known as TYDTWD, the crew at Impressions of Saratoga (368 Broadway, Saratoga Springs) will be celebrating this occasion, along with many other businesses downtown, and worldwide!

TYDTW was first started in 1996 in the United Kingdom and June 24, 1999 in the United States. Created by Pet Sitters International, this day celebrates the companions dogs make and encourages adoptions from local shelters, rescue groups and humane societies. Also, the day offers an opportunity for employees to introduce their dog to co-workers. TYDTWD is celebrated in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. So, stop by your favorite business and give a ‘high-five’ paw to man’s best friend!

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WEEK IN REVIEW Family Court Judge Timothy J. Lawliss to Run for New York State Supreme Court Justice

NEW YORK — Clinton County Family Court Judge Timothy J. Lawliss will officially launch his campaign for the New York State Supreme Court Justice in the Fourth

Judicial Distict at a press conference on Friday, June 24. Judge Lawliss is running to fill the spot of Justice John A. Lahtinen who will be retiring. The Fourth Judicial District includes the

counties of Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Hamilton, Montgomery, Saratoga, Schenectady, St. Lawrence, Washington and Warren. Judge Lawliss has served as the Clinton County Family Court Judge for nearly 18 years and as the Acting Supreme Court Justice for 14 years. He has presided over a variety of different legal matters, and has been an advocate for the fight against drug addiction, presiding over the Clinton County Family Treatment Court program for 13 years. Judge Lawliss is also the President-Elect of the New York State Family Court Judges Association. For more information regarding Judge Lawliss, visit timlawliss.com.

Charlton Man Arrested after Allegedly Punching Spouse CHARLTON — A man has been arrested on violent domestic abuse charges as of Thursday, June 9. The Sheriff ’s Office began investigating this case after encountering a female

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New York State Unemployment Rate at Lowest Level since August 2007 ALBANY — The New York State Department of Labor has released the May 2016 unemployment and private sector job count figures as of Thursday, June 16. The state unemployment rate has reached its lowest level since August 2007 at 4.7 percent, equal to the national rate. The unemployment rate has decreased from 5.4 percent to 4.7 percent over the course of one year. The private sector job count in New York State decreased by 0.2 percent, or by 19,600 in May 2016. Half of these job losses are

attributed to the recent strike in the telecommunications industry.

The state’s private sector job count has increased by 74,900, or 1.0 percent since May 2015. The AlbanySchenectady-Troy region has lost private sector jobs in the past year, decreasing by 2,900, or 0.8 percent since May 2015. However, the region’s unemployment rate has decreased from 5.3 percent in May 2015 to 4.8 percent in May 2016.

Saratoga County’s unemployment rate remains as one of the lowest in the state at 3.4 percent.

Dogs Rescued from Fire at Northumberland Dog Boarding Facility NORTHUMBLERLAND – Four dogs were rescued from a structure fire in a dog boarding and daycare facility on Saturday, June 18.

The Gansevoort Fire Department responded to the report of a fire at Wuffdorf Astoria at around 1 a.m.

Four dogs were rescued from the building by Northumberland Fire

Chief Kurt Haas. The canines were left uninjured and were turned over to the business owner. There were no other animals in the building at the time of the fire. The cause of the fire is still under investigation by the Saratoga County Fire Investigation Unit and New York State Fire Prevention.

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COURTS: Christopher Darby Moore, 43, of Saranac Lake pled on Tuesday, June 14 to the charge of driving while ability impaired and the felony charge of attempted criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fifth degree.

Sentencing is scheduled for August 4.

Jody J. Rogalo, 26, of Watervliet pled on Tuesday, June 14 to the felony charge of grand larceny in the fourth degree.

Sentencing is scheduled for July 25.

Andrew M. Sehl, 33, of Stillwater was sentenced on Wednesday, June 15 to one year in jail, after pleading guilty to the felony charge of criminal contempt in the first degree.

Jacob T. Beddow, 19, of Johnstown pled on Wednesday, June 15 to the violent felony charge of burglary in the second degree. Sentencing is scheduled for July 27.

Raymond A. Ruchel Jr., 50, of Mechanicville was sentenced on Wednesday, June 15 to two to four years in prison, after pleading guilty to the felony charge of burglary in the third degree.

Tina M. Kruger, 56, of Rexford was sentenced on Thursday, June 16 to three years of probation and paid restitution to the victim of $175,000, after pleading guilty to the charge of petit larceny.

three years of conditional discharge, after pleading guilty to the felony charge of driving while intoxicated.

Gage M. Maloney, 22, of Gloversville pled on Friday, June 17 to the violent felony charge of burglary in the second degree. Sentencing is scheduled for July 28.

Jordan A. Russell, 21, of Mayfield pled on Friday, June 17 to the felony charge of burglary in the third degree. Sentencing is scheduled for July 29.

Rafael Hernandez, 32, of Clifton Park was sentenced on Friday, June 17 to two years in prison and one and a half years of post-release supervision on each charge to run concurrent, after pleading guilty to the felony charges of criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree and criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fifth degree.

ARRESTS: Randy J. Allen, 44, of Glens Falls was arrested on Thursday, June 2 and charged with petit larceny.

Scott A. Gilbert, 52, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on Thursday, June 2 and charged with trespass.

Glenn M. Mercer, 48, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on Friday, June 3 and charged with assault in the third degree.

John G. Laposta, 53, of Rexford was sentenced on Thursday, June 16 to five years of probation and paid restitution to the victim of $175,000, after pleading guilty to the felony charge of grand larceny in the second degree.

Robert E. Pierce, 21, of Ballston Spa was arrested on Friday, June 3 and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation in the third degree and the traffic violation of operation of vehicles with safety seats and belts.

Sahib M. Braan, 25, of Brooklyn pled on Thursday, June 16 to the felony charge of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fifth degree.

Sentencing is scheduled for July 29.

James M. Caron-Williams, 21, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on Saturday, June 4 and charged with driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC more than .08 of .1 percent and one equipment violation.

Brian J. Nitsche, 45, of Greenfield Center was sentenced on Thursday, June 16 to one to three years in prison and

Zachary L. Greenspan, 24, of Queensbury was arrested on Saturday, June 4 and

charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree, possession of a controlled substance outside of original container and the traffic violation of failure to signal a turn.

Avishkar Arjune, 21, of Schenectady was arrested on Sunday, June 5 and charged with driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC more than .08 of .1 percent and the traffic violations of improper lane use and a right of way violation.

Christopher R. Nichols, 24, of Gansevoort was arrested on Monday, June 6 and charged with resisting arrest and disorderly conduct.

David E. Lanni, 36, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on Tuesday, June 7 and charged with criminal mischief in the fourth degree.

Steven M. Shevlin, 27, of Gansevoort was arrested on Tuesday, June 7

and charged with unlawful possession of marijuana.

Richard M. Milo, 60, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on Wednesday, June 8 and charged with harassment in the second degree and criminal contempt in the second degree.

Danielle M. Mendez-Gutierrez, 34, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on Wednesday, June 8 and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the third degree and the traffic violation of failure to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk.

Michael C. Hegel, 48, of Ballston Lake was arrested on Wednesday, June 8 and charged with the felony charge of criminal mischief in the third degree.

Christopher R. Lynch, 22, of Ballston Spa was arrested on Friday, June 10 and charged with driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC more than .08 of .1 percent,

aggravated driving while intoxicated, one equipment violation and the traffic violations of speeding, registration plate display violation and failure to signal a turn.

Meredith C. Vary, 31, of Ballston Spa was arrested on Friday, June 10 and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the second degree, the traffic violation of operation of a motor vehicle by an unlicensed driver and one equipment violation.

Jacob J. Pawlikowski, 28, of Rome was arrested on Friday, June 10 and charged with driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC more than .08 of .1 percent, and the traffic violations of failure to keep right and speeding Christopher M. Decker, 34, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on Friday, June 10 and charged with criminal mischief in the fourth degree, resisting arrest and harassment in the second degree.

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OBITUARIES

Bernice Ann Rose

Betty Ruth Arnold Steele

MECHANICVILLE — Bernice Ann Rose, 69, passed away unexpectedly Friday, June 17, 2016.

Born in Mechanicville on July 29, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Richard “Bud” and Bernadine Lesson Stockwell.

She is the beloved wife of the late Richard Hayden Rose.

Bea grew up in Mechanicville and in her early years, she was a crossing guard in Tompkins Cove, NY. Later in life, she was a waitress at the old Ice Cream Café in Mechanicville. She also worked at the Grace Adult Home and The Eddy. But what she enjoyed most was being a devoted wife and mother to her three children.

Throughout her life, she enjoyed going to bingo and the racino with her many friends. Most recently, Bea was a member of the American Legion Post 1644 Ladies Auxillary, as well as the Red Hat Ladies and the Mechanicville Seniors. She could always be found at Stewart’s enjoying her coffee and conversations.

She is survived by one daughter; Deborah Urkevich and her husband Larry of Melrose, two sons; Kevin Rose of Hemstreet Park, Timothy Rose and his wife Kimberly of Mechanicville; three grandchildren; Richard Thompson and his wife Kelli, with whom she resided and loved and cared for her over the past several years, Jordan Rose and Siarra Rose, all of Mechanicville; her siblings, Sharon Mann and her husband Ray of Helena Island, SC and William “Bill” Stockwell and his wife Wendy of Mechanicville. Sadly, she is also predeceased by her brothers Richard Jr. “Bud,” Robert “Bob” and Mark Stockwell.

Relatives and friends gathered to remember her on Wednesday June 22, 2016 at The Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, 319 Park Ave. in Mechanicville. A funeral service was held on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at the funeral home. Burial was held in the family plot in Hudson View Cemetery. A celebration of Bea’s life was held immediately following her burial service at the American Legion Post 1644, 81 East Street in Mechanicville.

In lieu of flowers, kindly consider donations in the loving memory of Bernice A. Rose to the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Emergency Corps, 15 Crossing Blvd., Clifton Park, NY 12065.

Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke and & Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Betty Ruth Arnold Steele 92, of Wilton died at home on Saturday evening, June 18, surrounded peacefully by her loving daughter Cindy, husband Bruce, sister Agnes, and her adored care givers Amy Breault and Delora Wooding.

Betty was born August 25, 1923 in Saratoga Springs. She attended Saratoga Springs High School and worked for Van Raalte Textile Mill for several years.

She married her love of her life, Bruce Steele, September 10, 1950. After having her daughter Cindy, she became a homemaker. For many years she enjoyed taking family vacations all over the states and long country rides with her husband Bruce.

She enjoyed reading, participating in the Katrina Trask Garden Club with her beloved best friend Jane Klein, shopping, cooking and baking. She made all holidays very special for everyone. One of her favorite things to do would be to visit with her furry grandchildren Bri, Bella and Bodie. Most of all she will be remembered for her beautiful smile and her smart mouth!

Betty is survived by her husband Bruce, her daughter Cindy and adored son-in-law Joe Mirra (as Betty would say, ‘My Boyfriend’), and her sister Agnes Guild. She also leaves behind her loving caregivers Amy, Delora and Beth.

Betty was predeceased by her parents Sara and John Arnold and her loving sister Kathleen.

A celebration of life service was held in honor of Betty on Wednesday, June 22, 2016, at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave. in Saratoga Springs. Following the service, friends and relatives were invited to join the family for further fellowship at the home of Betty Steele.

In lieu of flowers, Betty’s family asks that donations in her honor be made to SPCA of Upstate NY, 588 Queensbury Ave, Queensbury, NY 12804.

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Donald R. Munger GREENFIELD CENTER — Donald R. Munger of Route 9N in Greenfield passed away suddenly on Saturday June 11, 2016 at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany. He was 64 years old.

Born on April 26, 1952 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Delbert Munger and Joyce Williams Munger.

Mr. Munger was a carpenter for most of his life working for several local companies as well as himself. Later in life he was a member of the Local Carpenters Union 291. In his leisure, Don enjoyed fishing and hanging out with his buddy and neighbor Bob Companion.

Survivors include his companion of over 42

Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016 years, Sharon Smiroldo of Greenfield, two sons Donald D. Munger and his significant other Peggy Meyer of Gansevoort, and David Munger and his girlfriend Scena Meader of Saratoga, a brother Ronald Munger and his wife Polly of Whitehall, and a sister Bonnie Munger of Florida, granddaughter Shayna Marie Munger and his neighbors Bud and Jen Companion.

There are no services scheduled at this time. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Tunison Funeral Home, 105 Lake Ave. in Saratoga Springs.

Online remembrances can be made at www.tunisonfuneralhome.com

Gordon W. Frye Sr. SARATOGA SPRINGS — Gordon W. Frye Sr., “Jim,” passed away peacefully at The Wesley Community in Saratoga Springs on June 11, 2016 with his loving family by his side.

He was born October 25,1934 in Broadalbin, the son of the late Lester and Ruby Frye Petit He married the love of his life, his honey, Barbara St. Clair on March 11, 1971. He truly had a beautiful soul with a kind word and giving heart.

Jim was a lifelong area resident who resided in South Glens Falls for the last 45 years. He worked in the transportation industry for many years prior to his retirement. Jim was a longtime Official at Albany/Saratoga Speedway, Devils Bowl Speedway and Fonda Speedway over his 50+ years’ involvement in stock car racing.

He was inducted into the New York State Stock Car Association Hall of Fame along with his wife Barbara in 2005.

Jim enjoyed all auto racing, playing pinochle and spending time with family and friends.

He is survived by his loving wife, Barbara, four sons; Gordon Jr (Jennifer), Gerald (Susan), James (Rose), Robby, stepson; Glenn Winney, ten grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, sister; Elsie Hayes, brother; Jake Frye, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers; Donald and Lawrence and four sisters; Genevieve, Evelyn, Caroline and Ruth.

At the request of the family, a private service will be held for Jim at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations in honor of Jim Frye can be made to The New York State Stock Car Association Injured Members Benefit Fund, 10 Matthew Dr. Castleton NY 12033.

Arrangements are under the direction of Compassionate Funeral Care, Inc, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

If you wish to express your online condolences or view the Obituary, please visit our website at www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

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Rodney Vallone SARATOGA SPRINGS — On a warm sunny afternoon, sitting in his recliner, Rodney Vallone quietly and peacefully left the earth on June 4, 2016. He was 73. Born on July 29, 1942 in Bethpage, NY, Rod spent his adult years in the Saratoga area working for NYRA and then starting his own successful business, Vallone Plumbing and Heating.

Rod was a hard worker, dedicated to his customers who valued his excellent service. Though work hours were long, Rod’s favorite leisure time was on his boat fishing on Saratoga Lake.

Rod was predeceased by his son Vincent, parents Sal and Rose Vallone, brother Michael and sister Dolores.

He is survived by his ex-wife of 30 years, Marilyn Vallone, their daughter, Christina Bushee, sisters Diana (Toni) Steele, Patricia Vallone, brother Carl Vallone, grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and his faithful companions, his dog Shadow and cat Midnight.

Family and friends gathered to remember him at his graveside at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Greenwich, NY on Tuesday, July 5, 2016.

To acknowledge Rod’s great love for animals, donations can be made in his memory to H.O.P.E. (Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist), PO Box 2497, Wilton, NY 12831.

William Kent Lake SARATOGA SPRINGS — William Kent Lake passed away at his home on Sunday June 19, 2016 surrounded by his family. He was 75 years old.

Born on December 30, 1940 in Troy, he was the son of the late William A. Lake and Ruth Mosher Korotsky.

Upon graduating from high school, Mr. Lake enlisted in the United States Navy and served his country from 1959 to 1964.

He married his loving wife and best friend Paulla Tybush Lake on November 18, 1961. Together they enjoyed traveling to many locations with their family and friends. His favorite past times were visiting casinos and playing the Lottery.

Mr. Lake owned and operated his own company, Spa Septic Tank Co, Inc. in the Saratoga area for over 42 years from 1972 until his retirement in 2014 at which point his son Jeff continues the family business.

William was a member of the Eternal Order of the Eagles Grand Aerie #2586 and a member of the ITAM Vets Post #35 in Saratoga Springs. He was also a founding member of the Two Flow Hunting and Sportsmen Club in Sabattis, NY. Survivors include his wife Paulla of Saratoga Springs, a son William Jeff Lake (Virginia Ruggiero) of Hadley, a daughter Jeri Lake (Gary Kelly) of West Sand Lake, a brother David Lake of Rensselaer, two sisters Stephie Wagar (Benjamin) of Troy and Eileen Hering of Troy, two grandchildren, Rebecca Kelly and Anthony Ruggiero, close friends Donna Retzlaff and Steve and Judy

OBITUARIES 7 Retzlaff and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Family and friends gathered to remember him on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at the Tunison Funeral Home, 105 Lake Ave. in Saratoga Springs. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday at the Funeral Home. Burial will follow at the Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 1200 Duell Rd. in Saratoga.

Memorial donations can be made in his memory to the Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Bernice Ann Rose MECHANICVILLE — Bernice Ann Rose, 69, passed away unexpectedly Friday, June 17, 2016.

Born in Mechanicville on July 29, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Richard “Bud” and Bernadine Lesson Stockwell. She is the beloved wife of the late Richard Hayden Rose.

Bea grew up in Mechanicville and in her early years, she was a crossing guard in Tompkins Cove, NY. Later in life, she was a waitress at the old Ice Cream Café in Mechanicville. She also worked at the Grace Adult Home and The Eddy. But what she enjoyed most was being a devoted wife and mother to her three children.

Throughout her life, she enjoyed going to bingo and the racino with her many friends. Most recently, Bea was a member of the American Legion Post 1644 Ladies Auxillary, as well as the Red Hat Ladies and the Mechanicville Seniors. She could always be found at Stewart’s enjoying her coffee and conversations.

She is survived by one daughter; Deborah Urkevich and her husband Larry of Melrose, two sons; Kevin Rose of Hemstreet Park, Timothy Rose and his wife Kimberly of Mechanicville; three grandchildren; Richard Thompson and his wife Kelli, with whom she resided and loved and cared for her over the past several years, Jordan Rose and Siarra Rose, all of Mechanicville; her siblings, Sharon Mann and her husband Ray of Helena Island, SC and William “Bill” Stockwell and his wife Wendy of Mechanicville. Sadly, she is also predeceased by her brothers Richard Jr. “Bud,” Robert “Bob” and Mark Stockwell.

Relatives and friends gathered to remember her on Wednesday June 22, 2016 at The Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, 319 Park Ave. in Mechanicville. A funeral service was

held on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at the funeral home. Burial was held in the family plot in Hudson View Cemetery. A celebration of Bea’s life was held immediately following her burial service at the American Legion Post 1644, 81 East Street in Mechanicville.

In lieu of flowers, kindly consider donations in the loving memory of Bernice A. Rose to the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Emergency Corps, 15 Crossing Blvd., Clifton Park, NY 12065.

Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke and & Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com

Philip E. Biggie SYRACUSE — Philip E. Biggie, 55, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Monday, June 20, 2016 at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany.

Phil was born on March 9, 1961 in Saratoga Springs to the late P. Joseph and Sally (Reilly) Biggie. He was a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, Class of 1979, and also Siena College, Class of 1983.

Phil worked for The United States Postal Service. He enjoyed sports, cooking, the outdoors, good people and good times.

Phil was known for his generous, amiable, and easy going nature.

The family would like to thank the physicians, nurses, and staff at Upstate Medical University Hospital and The Community Hospice at St. Peter’s.

He is predeceased by his brother, Paul (Cindy) Biggie Jr. and is survived by his beloved wife, Betsy Biggie; one son, Sean Biggie; two daughters, Meghan (Marc) Cizenski, and Justine (Maurice) Peet; one sister, Patricia (John) Greenwood; one grandson, Luke Cizenski; and several nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends gathered in his name on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at the Edward J. Ryan and Son Funeral Home in Syracuse. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at Holy Family Church. Burial followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice, 295 Valley View Blvd. in Rensselaer, NY 12144 or a charity of one’s choice. Share condolences at edwardjryanandson.com

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No Bull!

Rodeo a Hit to Benefit Prospect Center

LAKE LUZERNE — Nearly 500 riders and fans attended the Second Annual Americade Charity Rodeo and barbecue dinner at the Painted Pony Championship Rodeo in Lake Luzerne on June 8. Proceeds from the event benefitted Prospect Center, a division of the Center for Disability Services. There was an information

table and display available for anyone who had questions about the charitable organization or its services.

The evening began with a parade of horses led by a rider bearing a large American flag. The event was sponsored by Americade and Baggers Magazine, part of the Bonnier American Motorcycle Group.

Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

Answering the Call – for 200 Years!

BALLSTON SPA – The public is invited to celebrate the EagleMatt Lee Fire Company No. 1’s 200th Anniversary Celebration this Saturday, June 25. The fire company is located at 35

Washington Street, Ballston Spa. The celebration will occur at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds, with a parade kicking off the festivities at 11:30 a.m., followed by an afternoon of fun – including

a ‘Jaws of Life’ demonstration, rides, games, food, vendors and more! For more information on the fire company and it’s bicentennial, visit emlbsfd.com – and hail to our bravest!

Take Flight!

Enter to Win: Helicopter Rides at Stewart’s Shops Ballston Spa Grand Opening BALLSTON SPA— Come Celebrate the Original Stewart’s Shop!

Stewart’s Shops is giving away helicopter rides as we celebrate the Grand Opening at their original shop! Stewart’s purchased a helicopter back in the 1950s and customers

fondly remember how exciting it was to earn a ride by collecting Perky Points.

Now they’re doing it again!

Enter a contest to be one of a dozen customers to win a helicopter ride to take place Saturday,

July 9 at the Grand Opening of our newly rebuilt Church Avenue shop in Ballston Spa. This is the site of the very first Stewart’s shop and also where they got the Stewart’s name!

Customers can enter to win at stewartsshops.com, or by filling out an entry form at any Stewart’s Shops location in Saratoga County. Contest is now through July 3. Winners will be contacted by phone the week of July 4 to verify their eligibility.

Winners must be available the day of the event, Saturday, July 9, during the designated timeframe. Age, weight, and health restrictions can be found at stewartsshops.com. Independent Helicopters will provide Rides.

Along with the helicopter, this event will be a half price easy food celebration! Come enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner as we offer half price deals all day on our eggwiches, coffee, Stewart’s refreshers, deli dogs, subs, pizza, and ice cream counter items: cones, sundaes, shakes and more! Plus, get 10 cents off a gallon, on all grades of gas. Specials are at the Church Avenue location only.

Don’t Miss the Party!

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Grid and Growth in Saratoga County Continued from front page.

is always shifting. It’s a living organism. People are building homes over here, a factory over there, putting in a new dam over here and something else over there – all this growth has to be engineered through the utility for transmission and distribution.”

Here, in the third fastest growing county in New York State, SEDC and National Grid and other stakeholders and regulators are constantly measuring and predicting demand.

Patrick Stella, National Grid’s U.S. Digital Communications Manager, said, “We have a very robust economic development team in upstate New York. We work hand in hand with a lot of economic development agencies to spur on growth in the area. We do that with our engineers putting in new lines and beefing up infrastructure but also with water, sewer, roadways and those types of things. We were very involved in the last decade or more of a lot of the growth in Saratoga County, and we’ve invested in two major transmission lines on both the east and west side of Saratoga to keep up with that growth.”

Brobston gives plenty of credit to National Grid and the other stakeholders involved, but on his economic development wish list is more land zoned appropriate for industrial use and power lines, as well as a transmission tower at 345 kilovolts (kV) rather than the typical 115 kV. Getting the approvals to triple a tower’s kilovolts can take up to ten years, said Brobston.

“Everything feeds into the line, all the small hydro dams and other power generation sources. We see

Grid or manufacturers such as GlobalFoundries as he is concerned about the other people at the table.

“They can make it stop or go slowly,” said Schick, “and I have no assurance that will not happen. It’s large sums of money and long lead times with numerous stakeholders that will have something to say about the project, so as an investor I have no confidence it won’t all fall through.

And it’s that confidence (that you cannot see it through to the end) that makes me nervous.”

New York—from the power producers who generate it to the local utilities that deliver it to residents and businesses. Utilities are just responsible for distribution, operations, and the maintenance that goes from the connection at the grid to the meter.

“We told all those utilities that they were not allowed to own generation,” he said. “So a new system was set up so power producers would competitively sell their power. The utility would buy enough energy to supply their end users. What that

“The reason we can't build renewables in New York is the interconnect and permitting costs are very high. And worse than that, they are unpredictable.” ~ Louis Schick, partner, NewWorld Capital Group, LLC the grid continuing to be built out in concentric circles,” said Brobston.

“So we’re getting there, but we’re not getting there fast enough. That’s the issue. We’re not running out of power, we’re stopping other growth from coming in.”

As an investor, Louis Schick, Partner at NewWorld Capital Group, LLC on Madison Avenue in New York City, is not as worried about the role of National

NewWorld Capital Group is a private equity firm investing in the Environmental Opportunities sector, including providing project finance for Environmental Infrastructure projects.

Schick said that with deregulation, utilities like National Grid had to give up ownership in generation and transmission. That was given to independent power producers. It is the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) that operates competitive wholesale markets to manage the flow of electricity across

means now is I can build a power plant if I want to, and get permits and permissions to connect to the grid.”

And that’s what Schick and other investors do. Third party financiers build power plants; they can build anything from a hydro plant to an array of solar panels.

“We at NewWorld Capital have financed the construction of solar power installs or wind turbine projects,” said Schick, “but no matter what we look at, there is nothing in New York we can finance, and the reason we can’t build renewables in New

York is the interconnect and permitting costs are very high. And worse than that, they are unpredictable.”

According to Schick, it is unpredictable because there are too many people who get to say no to a project at any point along the way from the very beginning to near the end five years down the road. Federal, state and local processes include many stakeholders who can comment on impact to the community, environment, historical factors, and more.

“The effect of this is that you can feel like you’ve got 90 percent of the paperwork done,” said Schick, “but no confidence that it is just about to finish. I’m not saying it’s impossible, but we’ve not seen any projects in NYS that we’ve been able to do.”

Brobston understands where investors like Schick are coming from. “For the type of investment we’d like to do here,” said Brobston, “it’s harder to do here with the regulation and length of time to get things done.

Much easier in Texas or Florida, where they’ve partnered with utilities and other stakeholders.”

Currently, NewWorld Capital is investing in projects in Massachusetts, Wyoming, California and Ontario.

Brobston spoke about the approval processes to get a 400-megawatt substation in at Luther Forest in preparation for the semiconductor industry.

“The State and National Grid paid for it. We ran the project,” said SEDC. “That substation is not operating at 400 MW because we don’t have enough power going to it. We needed 200 MW to start and it runs about 250 to 280, but for future growth, we have to get it to 400 MW. If Luther Forest can put a generating plant in there on their own, that would solve that and future needs, but we don’t have enough natural gas to do that.

But that’s another story.”

Brobston said that once GlobalFoundries decides to expand again, it will take about three years to build it, and that State and utilities have committed to making sure that there’s a way to make it happen power-wise. The electric grid will be substantially beefed up for what GlobalFoundries will need to do within five years.

Stella emphasized, “We want to expedite these projects. As a business, it doesn’t make sense for us to delay this. We want the regions that we serve to do well.”

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175 Years of Saratoga County Agriculture BALLSTON SPA — The Saratoga County Agricultural Society (SCAS), the hosts of the Saratoga County Fair, held a commemorative meeting at the Saratoga County Municipal Offices on Friday, June 17 in celebration of its 175th year. The meeting was hosted by Chairman of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors, Arthur “Mo” Wright, Saratoga County Clerk Craig Hayner, and Town of Galway Supervisor and Saratoga County

Agricultural Society Director Paul Lent. President of the Saratoga County Agricultural Society Chuck Curtiss and General Manager of the Saratoga County Fair Jeff Townsend were present at the event, as well as several other members of the SCAS board and descendants of the original board members.

The SCAS originated in May of 1841, after an act of New York State Legislature provided for the

Front row left to right: Tom Armer, descendant, Board member, past president and current director; Paul Lent, SCAS board member and Town of Galway supervisor; Ronald Ellsworth, descendant of Howell Gardener; Craig Hayner, Saratoga County Clerk; Mo Wright, Chairman of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors; Stephen Merchant, descendant of the original SCAS Executive Board member Stephen Merchant; and Nancy Voehringer, descendant of original Fair Board member. Back row left to right: Kevin Veitch, SCAS director; Frank Griffin, SCAS director; Jeff Townsend, Saratoga County Fair Manager; Audrey Poitras, SCF director; Dick Decker, Past President and SCAS Director ; and Sarah Welch, SCAD Director. Photo provided.

Grid and Growth Continued from page 10.

“We don’t do what we do in a vacuum,” added National Grid Regional Executive Laurie Poltynski.

“We work in partnership with local and state economic development agencies and companies and find ways to break down barriers so these companies can find the least costly solution and invest here and grow here locally.”

Brobston agrees, but says the real question is beyond 2020. “The plans we have in process do work, they take more time than we’d like, but they do work. Technology is changing enough that we may see better ways to generate electricity, more solar more wind or other new tech. We’ll always need to generate more, but we can be more efficient at it.”

“One of the things we are looking at here is modernizing the grid,” said Stella. “We call it distributed generation. Any sort of alternative energy, it’s something we’re focused on more currently, how to connect those things into the existing grid. It’s built to have large power stations in certain locations. We’re trying to configure the grid to accommodate other

location sources. We’re looking at smart grids, micro grid systems in smaller areas, we have a demonstration project in Potsdam right now, and a community solar type of thing in Buffalo.”

Stella said the average person can help by staying informed, going to public hearings, and asking questions.

Schick agrees and added that is especially important to ask candidates for office these questions, too. “It is a complicated issue, and it frustrates me how little voters get a chance to weigh in,” he said.

Stella said utilities are in a unique spot to help create the future, regardless of whether it is wind or solar or something not yet invented. “Whatever it is, we have to adapt,” he said. “We are still the conduit and it’s an exciting time.”

For more information about NewWorld Capital Group, LLC, visit www.newworldcapital.net.

For more information about SEDC, visit www.saratogaedc. com. For more information about National Grid, visit www. nationalgrid.com.

formation of agricultural societies. The original board of the society included 46 members, named the “Original 46.” Current board members are now actively seeking

descendants and family members of the original board of the society. They have located over a dozen of these descendants so far, some of whom were present at the June 17 meeting.

Saratoga County residents interested in competing in this year’s fair may visit saratogacountyfair.org for more information.

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Ham Radio to the Rescue Continued from front page.

Beginning at 2 p.m. Saturday and continuing through the night until 2 p.m. Sunday, the public will have a chance to meet and talk with Saratoga County ham radio operators and see for themselves what the Amateur Radio Service is all about. At the same time, they can get a first-hand look at the site of the first American victory

of the Revolutionary War in 1777.

This annual event, called “Field Day” is sponsored by the American Radio Relay League (ARRL), the national association for Amateur Radio. To commemorate the 100th anniversary of both the National Park Service and the ARRL, the groups have established a year-long collaboration to encourage operation of ham

radio stations within more than 400 national parks and sites throughout the US. The slogan, “When All Else Fails, Ham Radio Works” is more than just words to these ham operators, as they send messages using the newest digital and satellite capabilities, voice communications and even historical Morse code. It is all done without the use of phone systems, Internet or any other infrastructure that can be compromised in a crisis.

Field Day is a picnic, a campout, practice for emergencies, an informal contest and, most of all, fun.

“Hams can literally throw a wire in a tree for an antenna, connect it to a battery-powered transmitter and communicate halfway around the world,” said ARRL’s Sean Kutzko.

“In today’s electronic-focused world, ham radio remains one of the best

Ham radio operators raise antenna tower in preparation for annual Field Day event this weekend at Saratoga National Park. Photo provided.

ways for people to learn about electronics, physics, meteorology, and numerous other scientific disciplines, and is a huge asset to any community during disasters if the standard communication infrastructure goes down.”

Local ham volunteers provide both emergency communications

for state and local agencies and nonemergency community services too, all for free. Visitors will see ham radio’s new capabilities and can learn how to get their own FCC radio license and get on the air.

For more information, email timkemp301@gmail.com or visit: www. arrl.org/what-is-ham-radio.

Saratoga Brewing and DeCrescente Distributing Kickoff Saratoga WarHorse Campaign SARATOGA SPRINGS – Saratoga Brewing and DeCrescente Distributing Company have launched their second annual coaster and pinup program to help raise awareness and funds for Saratoga WarHorse, a nonprofit organization that offers an equine assisted program to veterans struggling to adjust to life after military service.

On Thursday, June 23, the official kickoff party was held at the Saratoga Brewing Tap Room located at 131 Excelsior Ave in Saratoga Springs.

Representatives from Saratoga Brewing and DeCrescente Distributing were on hand to distribute materials. The organizers of the Electric City Mayhem hockey tournament presented a check to Saratoga WarHorse.

“We received such great feedback last year that we decided to bring the program back,” said Max Oswald, General Manager of Saratoga Brewing. “Saratoga WarHorse offers a wonderful program and we could not be happier to support it. You will see a relationship here for years to come!”

Last year, Saratoga Brewery and DeCrescente Distributing raised just shy of $12,000 for Saratoga WarHorse through the distribution of coasters and pinups to local bars and restaurants as well as at promotional events. This year, the brew and beverage duo have upped the ante in hopes of raising $25,000 for the foundation throughout the 2016 campaign.

Now through Labor Day,

Proceeds from these coaster sales will go to Saratoga WarHorse.

consumers can purchase coasters and pinups at participating locations with 100 percent of the proceeds going directly to Saratoga WarHorse.

In addition, Saratoga Brewing and DeCrescente Distributing will make a separate donation to the foundation in support of this important cause.

“We are thrilled to partner with Saratoga Brewing and DeCrescente Distributing again,” said Katherine Pelham, Executive Director and President of Saratoga WarHorse.

“Their commitment to WarHorse and our cause is tremendous. And for that, we are very grateful.”

The program is already off to a great start. Funds have been raised at several local events, including the Barrelhouse Derby Party and Death Wish Vodka Release Party as well as the Electric City Mayhem 4th Annual Cares Cup Hockey Tournament, which generated nearly $6,000.

For more information about the Saratoga WarHorse Foundation, visit www.saratogawarhorse.com.

For information about Saratoga Brewing, visit www.oldesaratogabrew.com and for DeCrescente Distributing Company, visit www. decrescente.com.

Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

BALLSTON SPA 49 Mann Rd., $265,000. David Chew (as Trustee) sold property to Bjorn Malmfeldt.

99 Westside Dr., $10,000. Eleanor Becker sold property to Sean and Wendy Gnat.

37 Sycamore St., $378,839.

Heritage Builders Group LLC sold property to Claudette Nealy.

79 Lancaster Ct., Lot 13C, $311,744. Traditional Homebuilders and Developers Inc. sold property to Carol Ryan.

CHARLTON 14 Maplewood Dr., $212,000.

Marilyn and William Charles sold property to Tammy and Brian Montgomery.

CLIFTON PARK 43 Juniper Dr., $255,000. Joan Sheeran sold property to Michael and Kristen Tietz.

420 Vischer Ferry Rd., $100,000.

Frank and Dawn Carnevale sold property to Frank Barbera.

34 Gretel Terrace, $259,000. Adam and Jessica Krass sold property to Cartus Financial Corporation.

34 Gretel Terrace, $259,000. Cartus Financial Corporation sold property to Christopher and Megan Cusano.

252 Vischer Ferry Rd., $360,000.

Howard Daigle sold property to Roslyn Weiss.

2 Fox Glen Ct., $249,500.

Samantha Fagan sold property to Kevin and Dana Lyons.

22 Sandpiper Lane, $347,500.

Christopher and Cory Rose sold property to Jacqueline Litts.

1109 Rt 146A, $32,500. Gerald and Maryann Currier sold property to Firehouse Enterprises LLC. 610 McElroy Rd., $187,500.

Paul Monast sold property to Andrew and Caitlin Sherwood.

27 Sevilla Dr., $268,000. John and Katherine Cole sold property to Derek and Rose London.

58 Stoney Creek Dr., $186,500.

Adam and Rebecca Slagle sold property to Paul Mastrianni.

463 Schauber Rd., $385,000.

Richard and Joan Duell sold property to Jeffrey and Richard

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

Dickert.

154 Lapp Rd., $178,000. Bank of New York Mellon (as Trustee by Atty) sold property to William Bryant, Jr. 1117 Rt 146 A, $32,500. Gerald and Maryann Currier sold property to Firehouse Enterprises LLC. 30 Old Route 146, $127,500.

Edward and David Krawiecki sold property to Firehouse Road Associates II LLC. 1111 Rt 146A, $32,500. Gerald and Maryann Currier sold property to Firehouse Enterprises LLC.

CORINTH 3 Sixth St., $183,500. Korey Allen sold property to Brienna Stiefel.

236 Maple St., $127,055. Adrienne Hull sold property to Sylvia and Jesus Neto, Jr.

GREENFIELD 5830 Faber Rd., $90,000. Charles Quinlan sold property to William Graber.

MALTA 159 Thimbleberry Rd., $187,500.

Anthony Antonecchia sold property to William Ahern III. 31 Yachtmans Way, $549,595.

Malta Land Company sold property to Danielle Zimbardi and Barbara Feola.

MILTON 62 Hyde Blvd., $300,000. Cecile Picard sold property to James Carter and Danielle Thomson.

178 W. North St., $90,000.

Secretary of Veterans Affairs sold property to Elizabeth Bonga.

MOREAU 205 Reservoir Rd., $43,274.

Victoria West sold property to Diana Doyle.

146 Ft. Edward Rd., $145,200.

Amy Ross sold property to Samantha Terrell and Micah Woodcock.

5 Cheryl Dr., $169,000. Danielle and Peter Volks, Jr. sold property to Harry Farnsworth.

10 Dogwood Dr., $172,780. Brian Thomsen sold property to Mark and Terra Cahill.

520 Gansevoort Rd., $90,000.

Isabelle Pashby sold property to Deborah Lathrop.

16 Dogwood Dr., $102,250. Wells Fargo Bank (as Trustee by Atty) sold property to Richard Grabowski.

9 Lydia St., $162,000. John and Jenny Smith sold property to Matthew Allen and Kristin Pasquino.

18 Snowberry Lane, $224,000.

Ann O’Leary sold property to Adam and Jessica Cross.

585 Gansevoort Rd., $205,000.

Heath Jenkins sold property to Kenneth Albrecht and Ashley Doyle.

NORTHUMBERLAND 15 Kingsley Ave., $204,000. Joseph Magliulo sold property to Jeffrey and Jamie Nick.

SARATOGA SPRINGS 235 Maple Ave., $329,000. Philippe Bisson sold property to Wayne Hunte.

51 Regatta View, $595,000. Eric Vanderson sold property to Jeffrey and Nora Cheek.

12 Pamela Lane, $451,847. Blitman

Saratoga LLC sold property to Joseph and Theresa Salvatore.

76 Tamarack Trail, $279,900.

Halen LLC sold property to Daniel Avalin.

382 Caroline St., $585,000. Susan Clare sold property to David Martin.

90 Ruggles Rd. and Ruggles Rd. Rear, $210,000. Regina Johnson sold property to Michael Foster and Jennifer Dodd.

44-46 State St., $560,000. OS Properties LLC sold property to 49 State Street LLC. 22 Spa Dr., $199,000. Andrew and Jessica Lyons sold property to Jun Sheng.

13 Robinhood Ct., $310,000.

Harry and Debra Macavoy sold property to Kevin Luteran.

13 WILTON 114 Ruggles Rd., $115,000. Lucy Ramos sold property to Justin and Suzanne Bergin.

51 Brackett Lane, $349,000. Paul Hladik, Jr. sold property to Joseph Caron and Sara Salzer.

7 Donegal Way, $324,900. Susan Harnden and Molly Garrett sold property to Kevin and Maura Kane.

24 Cobble Hill Dr., $432,500.

Elizabeth and Karl Bellinger sold property to Jonathan and Tara Bujno.

3 Forest Way, $241,000. Keving and Paula Gallagher sold property to Jonathan Bottisti and Katie Gallagher.

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by Norra Reyes Saratoga TODAY

BUSINESS

Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

Affordable Saratoga Living The Difference a Quarter Mile Makes in Price

TOWN OF MILTON — The short drive to The Landings at Linden Lane in the Town of Milton, a quarter mile outside the city limits of Saratoga Springs, is like taking a Sunday stroll across town on a beautiful day.

The townhouse-style condominiums are located just a 3.1 mile jog from the Saratoga Regional YMCA and 3 miles west of SPAC. They have the unusual attribute of being affordable with a starting price at $209,900 a unit, a price that is as much a breath of fresh air as is their peaceful setting.

“The same size unit in Saratoga Springs would be in the mid $300,000’s,” said Dan Gaba, associate broker for Coldwell Banker Prime Properties.

The 1,200 square foot units include three bedrooms, two baths, plus a half-bath downstairs near the kitchen, a garage, and a basement with washer/

dryer hookups and plenty of room to set up gym equipment.

With hardwood floors and brushed stainless steel appliances, the craftsmanship and amenities have been so appealing that 15 of the 20 units have already been sold.

According to Tom Boghosian, president, and Bruce Boghosian, vice president, of Boghosian Brothers Construction and Development, it is prohibitive to do a project like this in Saratoga Springs.

“The land costs are incredibly high,” said Bruce Boghosian.

“We’ve got mostly young couples and “downsizers” looking for maintenance-free living,” said Tom Boghosian, “so, with as many amenities and size and fixtures as our customers are looking for, this was the place to build and still be affordable.”

The homeowner’s association takes care of the exterior maintenance, including lawn and snow, and the owners take care of the interiors.

“Basically, everyone owns one-twentieth of what they see outside their unit, from parking to mailboxes, so everyone has a vested interest in how well it’s maintained,” added Tom Boghosian. “We’ve been in the construction business 40 years, and realize what the customer wants. They want affordable, close to Saratoga, maintenance-free and an upscale feel. We can provide that and still be profitable.”

“Could you get more out of them?” said Bruce Boghosian.

“Sure, but that’s not the goal.”

He and his brother agree that they want to provide a finished product that they can be still be proud of more than ten years later.

According to Tom Boghosian, this project is a prototype of more affordable Saratoga projects to come.

Standard features include hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, 9-foot ceilings, high efficiency natural gas heat, full basements, attached garages, ceramic tile and patios. Units are pedestrian-friendly with sidewalk connectivity to shopping and services. HOA fee is $207 per month. Only 5 units left. For more information about The Landings at Linden Lane, visit www.1LindenLane. com or contact Dan Gaba at 518-376-3242.

Photos by Sharon Castro

Left to right: Tom Boghosian, president, and Bruce Boghosian, vice president of Boghosian Brothers Construction and Development, and Dan Gaba, associate broker for Coldwell Banker Prime Properties.

Walk out to a spacious green backyard.

Some units include a comfortable front porch.

Open format Kitchen-living space.

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Family Vision Honors Dr. Ling

by Norra Reyes Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Family Vision Care Center at 205 Lake Avenue posthumously commemorated longtime owner and community leader, Dr. William Ling, on Thursday, June 16 with a new bench on Broadway in front of the Arcade Building where the business was originally located.

Mary Ann Ling, Bill Ling’s wife, arranged for the bench on Broadway to be placed with a plaque on it to commemorate his work here. “It’s an amazing thing when you think about it,” said Mary Ann Ling.

“Susan [Halstead] will be here when this practice is a hundred years old.

I think the longevity is really significant. It was important for me to honor Bill because of his years of service in the community, but the fact that this business will last a hundred years under the direction of just three people makes it a much larger story.”

This year marks 60 years since Ling had taken over the practice from its original owner, Dr. Klein Z. Klein, who founded the practice in 1920.

Current owner Susan E. Halstead, ABOC, FNAO, was an optician for several years with the practice before she took over the practice in 1997, when Ling retired. She remembers Ling, who passed away three years ago, as a true community leader with big shoes to fill.

“Because of him, Medicare to this day still provides coverage for medical eye exams for Medicare recipients,” said Halstead. “He advocated for that when he was president of the NYS Optometric Association. The NYS Legislature passed a resolution naming him Optometrist of the Year – I want to say that was ’76. He was a real accomplished human being, and very active in being involved in what Saratoga is today.”

Nielson New President of Women's Bar BALLSTON SPA — Donnellan and Knussman, PLLC., is pleased to announce that Kathleen A. Nielson, Esq. has been inducted as President of the Adirondack Women’s Bar Association. She previously served as AWBA Vice President.

Nielson is an Associate Attorney with Donnellan and Knussman. She graduated from Albany Law School in May 2014 and was admitted to the New York State Bar in January 2015.

Nielson received her undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Political Science from Syracuse University in 2011. She practices family and matrimonial law and is also a member of the New York State Bar Association.

Donnellan and Knussman is a full service matrimonial and family law firm located in Ballston Spa. For more information, visit www.dklawfirmny.com.

Ling was President of the school board when the high school was built. He ran for Mayor and lost. He was part of the Wesley Search committee that determined to build Wesley in Saratoga Springs instead of Troy.

In 1956 there was a fire on Broadway, which influenced Ling’s decision to move out of downtown. He then rented a practice in a house that a surgeon had built, but he and his family quickly grew out of it, when he moved to the current location on the corner of Lake and East.

“We have recently renovated and expanded and remodeled,” said Halstead, “and I know he would be proud if he could see it today. I’ll never forget what he told me – people go to people they know, so he said I must get out in the community, volunteer, get known and people will know you and trust you. I’ve tried to be as community-involved as he was but he set the bar pretty high.”

Photos by Francesco D’Amico.

After the Fire Meeting HALFMOON — After The Fire’s monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 28 at 7 p.m. at the Halfmoon Town Hall on Lower Newtown Road. Anyone interested in learning more about After The Fire or in becoming a member may attend.

After The Fire is a nonprofit organization existing totally on donations and comprised entirely of volunteers, that helps residents of Saratoga County who have suffered a loss due to fire. Family members are provided clothing, gift cards, personal care items, Red Cross referral, a night’s stay at a participating hotel/ motel, informational material,

emotional support and whatever is needed to help them through an extremely emotional time.

In 2016, meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. as follows: June and September at the Halfmoon Town Hall; and

in October and November at Eagle Matt Lee Fire House on Washington Street in Ballston Spa. Anyone interested in learning more about After The Fire may attend a meeting, or leave a message at 518-435-4571.

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EDUCATION

Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

Congratulations, B-Spa Graduating Class of 2016!

by Norra Reyes Saratoga TODAY BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa School District held its graduation ceremony at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, June 22.

About 300 students celebrated this major milestone, crossing the stage to

accept their diplomas.

Kristi Jensen, principal of Ballston Spa High School, said, “I am very proud of what this class has accomplished, and how much fun they have had along the way. Since their moving up ceremony four years ago, I have watched them mature and grow into young adults with

distinctive personalities and interests; yet they are all very supportive and tolerant of one another. While they will go in many different directions after the ceremony is over, they will go knowing how proud our entire staff is of them.”

The 2016 Class Gift included: two purifying water fountains;

Photos by MarkBolles.com.

additional signage on Garrett Road for sport fields; Ballston Spa High School banners in the junior and senior lots; supplies for the library; and a scholarship for the next 5 years.

Class President Jake DeVito, III, who is headed to St. Lawrence University to study business and political science, addressed his fellow graduates as he presented the Class Gift.

“It’s always a great day to be a Scottie,” he said. “This year, a lot of our sports teams were very successful, no matter what team it was, we rallied around them. Whether you were an athlete or did robotics or were more

academically inclined – we went to all the games and really rallied together.

It was a huge friendship-builder for us at Ballston Spa. The graduating class also heard from their salutatorian, Abigail Frederick, and valedictorian Lindsey DeNooyer, as well as Rachel Parsons who gave the Student Council address. Dr. Joseph Dragone, Superintendent of Schools and Kevin Schaefer, President of the Board of Education also spoke and were joined by Kristi K. Jensen, MaryEllen Kusnierz, and James Poirier in the awarding of the diplomas.

Students Earn College Credits Class President John “Jake” DeVito, III. Photo provided.

Student Council President Rachel Parsons.

Left to right: Liron Mazaki, Michael Estrada, and Thomas Mebert. Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — On June 15, three Saratoga Springs High School seniors walked across the stage at SUNY Adirondack’s Scoville Auditorium to accept their Certificate of Completion for the Early College Career Academy in IT Computer Networking.

Liron Mazaki, Michael Estrada, and Thomas Mebert all successfully completed their college-level course work (nearly 30 credits each) and obtained

industrial certifications in areas such as ComTIA A+, CCENT, and CCNA. Additionally, Thomas Mebert was awarded the Maureen VanBuren Memorial Scholarship, while Michael Estrada received the Student Choice Award for their outstanding work over the past two years. All three seniors will continue their education at SUNY Adirondack in the fall before exploring employment opportunities in the IT Networking field.

Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

EDUCATION BRIEFS

Practical Nursing Pinning/Capping Ceremony

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Billy Anti-Bully Award Recipients

WSWHE BOCES Licensed Practical Nursing Class of 2016. Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The WSWHE BOCES Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program held its capping/pinning ceremony on Thursday, June 23, at Saratoga Springs High School signifying the completion of the program.

A total of 25 adult students completed the 10-month daytime Adult Education program, which included class and clinical experiences. Clinical experiences are located at local skilled nursing facilities,

sub-acute/acute rehabilitation facilities, physicians’ offices, public health and hospice agencies. Several students are continuing their education at the college level while others are entering the workforce.

Community Theatre Scholarship Winners

Megan Stacey

Emily Waters

Andrew Chen

GLENS FALLS — The Glens Falls Community Theatre awarded $2,000 in scholarships to three area high school students who are attending college to pursue a degree in music education and theatre.

Ellen Pratt, chairman of the Scholarship Committee, presented a $1,000 scholarship to Andrew Chen from Queensbury High School. He will be attending Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester where he

will major in music education. He auditioned on the piano.

A $500 scholarship was awarded to Emily Waters also from Queensbury High School. She will major in music education at University of Chichester in England.

She auditioned on the flute.

Another $500 scholarship was awarded to Megan Stacey from Bolton Landing High School. She will attend SUNY Purchase for Theater Performance and New Media. She auditioned

with a monologue and vocal piece.

The Glens Falls Community Theatre has donated more than $100,000 in scholarships to talented area students over the past 80 years. Students in 24 school districts in Warren, Washington, and Northern Saratoga Counties were invited to apply for the Glens Falls Community Theatre scholarships. Each applicant was required to audition for, and be interviewed by, a panel of judges.

8th Annual Reader’s Celebration

SARATOGA SPRINGS – The Lake Avenue Elementary School held its 8th Annual Reader’s Celebration with therapy dogs on Friday, June 10.

It was an end-of-year celebration promoting students’ success with reading and taking the time to read with the dogs on a weekly basis. There were 9 participating dogs throughout the school year (6 attended the celebration). The dogs visited at least 3 days a week, and the students took turns reading with the dogs. The 2nd grade students love the program and most state that it is their favorite part of 2nd grade.

Samantha Evers, Dylan Fish, William Jobmann, Brianna Nally, Addison Carmer, and Joshua Love (pictured above), Alexander Hicks, and Judith Steuer (missing from photo) were recipients of The Billy Anti-Bully Award. This award, in memory and honor of William Thurlow (Billy) Wardell, was made possible

by Billy’s grandparents to commemorate their grandson who demonstrated these traits and was respected by all during his enrollment at Maple Avenue Middle School. These award winners have demonstrated their kindness, work ethic, and positive attitude toward their peers, and behaved in a manner that created a positive impact on their classmates. Each received a certificate and a $50 gift card to be used towards next year’s school supplies. Photo provided.

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FOOD

Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

New Home Care Product Line Keeps it Clean and Green

Saturdays, 9 to 1 Wednesdays, 3 to 6 High Rock Park

by Julia Howard for Saratoga TODAY About 30 percent of adults and 40 percent of children suffer allergies, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Karie Pastore, one of the Saratoga Farmers’ Market’s newest vendors, is among them.

Pastore owns Wash Green and Clean, a line of all natural, allergen friendly home and body care products. She started her line in 2014, and currently sells four types of laundry detergents,

Karie Pastore owner of Wash Green and Clean

eco-friendly cleaning products, pet products, and all-natural insect repellents and remedies.

“I started to make these products because I have so many allergies to so many products,” Pastore said, adding that the opportunity to sell her products at farmers’ markets and other outlets

gives her the chance to help people understand “what ‘all natural’ really means.”

“So many products are labeled “natural” and still contain toxins and fragrance grade scents which can trigger allergic reactions.” Pastore said.

Wash Green and Clean uses no surfactants, phosphates, or sodium lauryl sulfates in its formulas. Its detergents are completely biodegradable, and all scents come from pure essential oils.

Pastore makes the products in a studio in her home in Ballston Spa. She sells through stores in Potsdam, Saratoga, Clifton Park, Glens Falls, and Albany, and is a vendor at three area farmers’ markets, including the Saratoga Farmers’ Market on Saturdays.

Pastore particularly enjoys selling at the farmers’ market because it gives her an opportunity to interact with people one-on-one.

“I love making and sharing products that I truly believe in,” she said. “Farmers’ markets provide me with the perfect outlet to communicate the simplicity and effectiveness of my all natural products and farmers’ markets have a reputation for encouraging healthful foods, products, and practices.”

Pastore is particularly fond of her laundry detergent. It is not only an all-natural product but also a cost-efficient one. “The detergents use only 1 teaspoon in a high efficiency washers and 1 tablespoon in a regular washer,” she said.

She also recommends REPEL, a natural bug spray, and BITTEN. To drive home the ecofriendly commitment, Pastore also offers customers a discount for returning empty containers of Wash Green and Clean products for recycling. She also accepts preorders, special orders, and requests

Room Deodorizing Spray Ingredients

Directions

Boil 8 ounces of water in a pan. Add in some lemon tea. Let cool to room temperature. Then add in 20-30 drops of pine * Ingredients can be found essential oil. You will have at the market an amazing pine scented room spray perfect for - Lemon tea your summer camp and (try Saratoga campouts.

Apple’s Lemon Enhance your environment with this easy room spray recipe courtesy of Wash Green and Clean.

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Verbena)* Pine essential Oil*

for party favors and gift baskets.

For these services, contact Pastore at at kariep.cherishnaturalsoaps@ gmail.com or (518) 764-0212. You also can visit her Facebook page.

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market takes place 3-6 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays May through October at High Rock Park.

Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

FOOD 19

“Shaken, not Stirred”

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY Hello my Foodie Friends.

Happy start to the summer! With summer comes entertainment and happy times with our family and friends. One of my wife’s favorite times is to enjoy the creative Martinis made by one of our good friends. The classic Martini is a cocktail that dates back to the 1880’s made with “dry” vermouth. The popularity of the Martini emerged in the 1950’s with the addition of gin to it, and vodka in the 1970’s. Product placement in the movies also has played a big part in the popularity of Martinis with Ernest Hemingway, Marlene Dietrich, and Humphrey Bogart seen drinking Martinis on the screen. However, no real or fictional character has done more for the classic Martini than James Bond. The term “shaken, not stirred” has become a catch phrase from the James Bond fictional character of Ian Fleming’s novels that have become much followed movies. In the film “Casino Royale,” James Bond instructs the bartender how to make his Martini; “A dry Martini. Three measures of Gordoni, one of vodka, half a measure of Kina Lillet. Shake it very well until it’s ice-cold, then add a large thin slice of lemon peel.” This Martini has also taken on the title of the “Vesper.” Here is the official recipe for “The Vesper Martini”: 60 ml. gin 20 ml. vodka 10 ml. Lillet Blanc or Cocchi Americano Shake all ingredients with ice in a shaker. Then pour into a chilled Martini glass. Add a lemon twist.

The Martini glass is longstemmed and distinctive with an inverted conical shape and flat base.

The reason for the wide brim is said to produce surface tension that brings out the bouquet of the gin. The cone shape helps to keep the ingredients of the drink from separating. The drinker can hold the stem instead of

the bowl so that the heat does not change the temperature of the drink.

The Martini glass comes in various sizes and styles. Contemporary Martini recipes usually call for 4, 6, and 8 oz. glasses. The Shanghai Martini glass has also become a popular glass. It has a longer stem that is 7.1” long with a 7.8 oz. top. This provides a more elegant way to serve your cocktail.

Here is a delicious summer Martini Recipe.

Peach Martini Ingredients 2 ounces vanilla vodka 1 ounce peach schnapps 2 ounces peach nectar 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice Ice cubes

Directions: In a cocktail shaker mix all the ingredients along with the ice. Shake well and pour into a chilled martini glass.

Garnish with a peach slice.

Stop by Compliments to the Chef located at 46 Marion Avenue, Saratoga Spring’s best kitchen essentials store for your Classic and Shanghai Martini glasses, Martini misters, shakers, zesters, and other accoutrements to assist you with your cocktail creations. Have fun entertaining this summer with friends and family…and maybe even catch up on some James Bond flicks! Remember; “Life Happens in the Kitchen.” Take care. John and Paula

20 Adirondack Christian Fellowship 8 Mountain Ledge, Wilton 587-0623 | acfsaratoga.com Services: Sunday 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.

Adirondack Friends Meeting 27 Saratoga Ave, South Glens Falls 793-3755 | adirondackfriendsmeeting.org Regina Baird Haag, Pastor Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Assembly of God Faith Chapel 6 Burgoyne St, Schuylerville 695-6069 | Rev. Jason Proctor Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.

Assembly of God Saratoga 118 Woodlawn Ave, Saratoga Springs 584-6081 | Services: Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

Bacon Hill Reformed Church* 560 Route 32N, Bacon Hill | 695-3074 Rev. Janet Vincent | Services: Worship service 10 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m.

Baha’i Community of Saratoga Springs 584-9679; 692-7694 | usbnc.org Ballston Center Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church 58 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa | 885-7312 ballstoncenterarpchurch.org Services: Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m.

Ballston Spa United Methodist Church 101 Milton Ave, Ballston Spa 885-6886 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Bethesda Episcopal Church* 41 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs Bethesdachurch.org | 584-5980 The Very Rev’d Marshall J. Vang Services: Sunday 8:00AM & 10:00AM Calvary Capital District 17 Low Street, Ballston Spa | Pastor Andrew Holt Services: Sunday 10 am | calvarycd.com Church of Christ at Clifton Park 7 Old Route 146, Clifton Park 371-6611 | cliftonparkchurchofchrist.com Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Christ Community Reformed Church 1010 Route 146, Clifton Park | 371-7654 ccrc-cpny.org | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Christ Episcopal Church Routes 50 & 67, Ballston Spa | 885-1031 Services: Sunday 8 & 10 a.m.

Christian Restoration Ministries Saratoga Senior Center 5 Williams St, Saratoga Springs 796-4323 | Pastor Pat Roach Services: Sunday 10 a.m.; 6:30 p.m.

Christian Science Church 107 Circular St, Saratoga Springs 584-0221 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Community Alliance Church 257 Rowland St, Ballston Spa 885-6524 | Services: Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

Congregation Shaara Tfille* 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs 584-2370 | saratogasynagogue.org Services: Saturday 10 a.m.

Corinth Free Methodist Church 20 Hamilton Ave, Corinth 654-9255; 792-0271 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Corinth United Methodist Church 243 Main Street, Corinth 654-2521 | cfumc@cnyconnect.net Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Cornerstone Community Church 516 Park Ave., Mechanicville | 664-5204 mycornerstonechurch.org | Pastor Frank Galerie Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Community 2001 Route 9, Round Lake 877-8506 | ccorpusc@nycap.rr.com Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.;

RELIGION Eastern Orthodox — Christ the Savior 349 Eastline Road, Ballston Spa 786-3100 | xcsavior@yahoo.com.

Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

First Baptist Church of Saratoga Springs 45 Washington St, Saratoga Springs 584-6301 | Services: Sunday 11 a.m.

First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa 202 Milton Ave, Ballston Spa 885-8361 | bspabaptist.org Services: 10:30 a.m. worship, 9 a.m. Sunday School (all ages) First Presbyterian Church of Ballston Spa 22 West High St, Ballston Spa 885-5583 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Full Gospel Tabernacle 207 Redmond Road, Gansevoort 793-2739 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Galway United Methodist Church 2056 East St, Galway | 882-6520 galway-united-methodist-church.com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

(9 a.m. in July and August) Grace Fellowship Saratoga 165 High Rock Ave, Saratoga | 691-0301 saratoga.gracefellowship.com Pastor: Mike Adams Services: Sundays 9 & 11 a.m.

Grace Brethren Church* 137 W. Milton Road, Ballston Spa 587-0649 | Rev. Dan Pierce Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Greater Grace Community Church Pastor David Moore | 899-7777 thechurch@ggccmalta.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Greenfield Center Baptist Church 30 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center | 893-7429 Services: Sunday School for all ages - 9:45 a.m.; Church Service - 11 a.m.

Highway Tabernacle Church 90 River Road, Mechanicville | 664-4442 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Hope Church 206 Greenfield Ave, Ballston Spa 885-7442 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Jonesville United Methodist 963 Main St, Clifton Park 877-7332 | Services: Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Living Springs Community Church 59 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs 584-9112 | Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Living Waters Church of God 4330 State Rt. 50, Saratoga Springs 587-0484 | livingwaterscog.us Services: Sundays 10 a.m.

Malta Presbyterian Church Dunning Street, Malta 899-5992 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Malta Ridge United Methodist Church 729 Malta Ave. Ext, Malta 581-0210 | Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Middle Grove United Methodist Church* 581-2973 | Pastor Bonnie Bates Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Corner of Jefferson St. & Crescent St. Saratoga Springs | 584-9441 Rev. Dr. Victor L. Collier, Pastor New Horizon Church 150 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs 587-0711 | Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

New Life Fellowship 51 Old Gick Road, ­­Saratoga Springs 580-1810 | newlifeinsaratoga.org.

Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

NorthStar Church Gowana Middle School, Clifton Park 371-2811 | northstarchurch.com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 11:15 a.m.

Old Saratoga Reformed Church* 48 Pearl St., Schuylerville oldsaratogareformedchurch.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Old Stone Church (American Baptist) 159 Stone Church Road, Ballston Spa 583-1002 | Services: Sunday 9 a.m.; Adult Sunday School 9 a.m.; Service 10:30 a.m.

Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic Church* 73 Midline Road, Ballston Lake 399-5713 | Services: Saturday 5 p.m.

Sunday 8:15 & 10:15 a.m.

Presbyterian-NE Congregational Church 24 Circular St, Saratoga Springs 584-6091 | pnecchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.

Quaker Springs United Methodist Church* 466 Route 32 South, Quaker Springs 695-3101 | qsumc.com Pastor Al Johnson Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

River of Hope Fellowship 100 Saratoga Village Blvd, Malta Cmns, Ste. 3 | 881-1505 riverofhopefellowship.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Roman Catholic Church of St. Peter 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-2375 | Services: Saturday 5 p.m.; Sunday 7:30, 9 and 11 a.m.

St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church 231 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs 584-6122 | Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8, 9:30, 11:15 a.m. and 5 p.m., 1 p.m. Spanish Service St. George’s Episcopal Church 912 Route 146, Clifton Park 371-6351 | stgeorge@csdsl.net Services: Saturday 4:30 p.m.; Sunday 8 & 9:30 a.m.

St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church* 3159 Route 9N, Greenfield Center 893-7680 stjosephschurchgreenfieldcenter.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m.

St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church* 167 Milton Ave, Ballston Spa 885-7411 | stmarysbsta.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., Noon.

St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church* 771 Route 29, Rock City Falls 893-7680 | sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com Services: Sunday 8:30 am.

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 149 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs 584-0904 | Services: Saturday 5 p.m.; Sundays 8:30 & 11 a.m.

St. Peter Lutheran Church 2776 Route 9, Malta | 583-4153 Services: Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School at 9:15 a.m.

St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church 1 Grove Street, Schuylerville 695-3918 | Rev. Donna J. Arnold Services: Sunday 8 & 9 a.m.

St. Thomas of Canterbury 242 Grooms Road, Halfmoon st-thomas-of-canterbury.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Saratoga Abundant Life Church 2325 Route 50 South, Saratoga Springs 885-5456 | SALChurch.org Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016 Saratoga Chabad 130 Circular St, Saratoga Springs 526-0773 | saratogachabad.com Saratoga Friends Meeting (Quaker) Rts. 32 and 71, Quaker Springs 587-7477; 399-5013 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Saratoga United Methodist Church* Henning Road, Saratoga Springs 584-3720 | saratogaumc.com Services: Sunday 9 & 10:45 a.m.

Saratoga Seventh-Day Adventist Church 399 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs 882-9384 | saratogasda.org Services: Sabbath School: 10 a.m. Worship Service: 11:30 a.m.

Schuylerville United Methodist Church* 51 Church St, Schuylerville 695-3101 | sumethodist.org Services: Worship at 11am Shenendehowa United Methodist 971 Route 146, Clifton Park 371-7964 Services: Sunday 9 & 10:30 a.m.

Simpson United Methodist Church Rock City Road, Rock City Falls 885-4794 Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.

Soul Saving Station for Every Nation Christ Crusaders of America 62 Henry St, Saratoga Springs Services: Sunday 10 a.m. www.SOULSAVINGSTATIONCHURCH.COM Stillwater United Church (Presbyterian U.S.A.) 747 Hudson Avenue, Stillwater | 664-7984 stillwaterunitedchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Temple Sinai* 509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-8730 | saratogasinai.org Shabbat Services: Friday 6 p.m. or 8p.m. (rotating schedule) Saturdays: 10:30a.m.

Terra Nova Church* 45 Washington St, Saratoga Springs 833-0504 | terranovachurch.org Services: Sunday 5:30 p.m.

The Salvation Army/ Worship, Service & Community Center 27 Woodlawn Ave, Saratoga Springs 584-1640 Services: Sunday School 10 a.m.; Praise & Worship 11 a.m.

Trinity United Methodist Church 155 Ballard Road, Gansevoort 584-9107 | tumcwilton.com Rev Keith Mann Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-1555 | uusaratoga.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Unity Church in Albany 21 King Ave., Albany 453-3603 Services: Sunday 9 a.m. & 11 a.m.

West Charlton United Presbyterian Church 1331 Sacandaga Road, West Charlton 882-9874 | westcharltonupc.org Rev. Thomas Gregg, Pastor Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Wilton Baptist Church 755 Saratoga Road, Wilton 583-2736 wiltonbaptistchurch.com Services: Sunday 11 a.m.

* — Handicap Accessible

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RELIGION

Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

Saratoga Church Receives Global Mission Award SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church (PNECC) of Saratoga Springs has received the David Southard Sr. Award for Excellence in Global Mission Work from the New York Conference, United Church of Christ. The award, given annually, recognizes PNECC as the outstanding New York UCC church in its commitment to global mission activities.

Three PNECC delegates, Rev. Christine Jaronski, Rev. Emily Otto, and Elder Paul Phillips, attended the Annual Conference of the New York UCC in Rochester, NY, June 10-12, to accept the award. At the award presentation, it was noted that although PNECC is a congregation of fewer than 300 persons, they have an inspiring mission commitment and array of programs.

Among the many initiatives, of particular note are the Uganda project, which has sponsored 13 mission trips to Uganda and has 84 of the church community sponsoring Ugandan children; the generosity of members who over the years have donated approximately $100,000 to each of two international relief programs, One Great Hour of Sharing and the Heifer Project; the PNECC budget allocating $39,000 to worldwide disaster relief over the

Paul Phillips accepts the David Southard Sr. Award for Excellence in Global Mission Work on behalf of the Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church.

past six years; the church hosting the annual Saratoga Springs Peace Fair and Peace week; 31 PNECC high school youth traveling to Europe in 2015 and visiting significant sites such as Auschwitz; and PNECC’s support

of a mission partner from Uganda who is pursuing a BS in Nursing at SUNY Plattsburgh.

Additional future plans include outreach to Cuba, celebrating the 2017 graduation of the mission partner, and the 14th

annual mission trip to Uganda.

In the award acceptance, Rev. Kate Forer, PNECC senior minister, was quoted, “Our church’s commitment to serving others is central to our identity as a community of faith. By reaching out to others in

our community and our world, we recognize our calling to serve all of God’s children.”

The Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church is located at 24 Circular Street in Saratoga Springs, New York.

2016 Saratoga Jewish Cultural Festival SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Jewish Cultural Festival begins its exciting fifth season in June with a lineup of ten extraordinary events for the summer. Programs this summer will include films, plays, concerts, and other family entertainment and is open to the public.

Sunday June 26, 7 p.m. at Wilson Chapel on Skidmore campus presented by Temple Sinai and Skidmore office of

Jewish Student Life, featuring Letters to Sala by Arlene Sutton. It is the true life account of a Polish teenager and Nazi slave laborer, Sala Garncarz, gathered from the trove of 350 letters she received and miraculously managed to hide until her liberation in 1945 and then kept hidden from her family in her New York City apartment for nearly another 50 years.

The Festival is a Saratoga County collaborative effort

among Congregation Shaara Tifille in Saratoga Springs, Congregation Beth Shalom in Clifton Park, Saratoga Chabad, Clifton Park Chabad, Temple Sinai in Saratoga Springs, and Skidmore College Office of Jewish Student Life, with a generous grant from the Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York.

Some programs request a $5 or $10 donation while others do not; most include dessert receptions, panel discussions or Q&A and all guarantee a lively and exciting afternoon or evening! For further information, please go to Facebook or www.saratogajewishculturalfestival.org or call 518-584-8730 ext 2.

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LOCAL BRIEFS

Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center Walking Tour The Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center’s popular “History, Legends, Lore and More” walking tour is back!

This 90-minute historical walking tour strolls through Congress Park, mixing history and legend, all while sipping the famous Saratoga mineral waters. This is a family friendly and educational tour with something for first-time visitors and Saratoga natives alike. 2016 tours take place on June 24 & 25. July and August tours will run Monday through Saturday – no tours on Sunday’s.

September and October tours will be Saturday’s only. All tours begin at 10:30 a.m., rain or shine, and meet at the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866. The cost is $8 per person, children under 12 are free. Reservations are not required.

For more information, contact the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center at (518) 587-3241, www. saratogaspringsvisitorcenter.com Walking Tours Derby Tours of Saratoga will be providing a tour of the Saratoga History Museum on July 2. Please join your guide Hollis Palmer for the tour which will begin at 2 p.m. in front of Crafter’s Gallery, located at 427 Broadway. Each walking tour will take approximately two hours – please wear comfortable shoes.

Suggested donation is $10 per person. 100% of the money raised on the tours will be donated to a specific organization. Please note, these are not architectural tours, but rather tours that tell the stories of the families who built these “Great Ladies.” For more details, visit www. derbytours.com.

10th Annual Firecracker 4 Road Race Saratoga’s popular four-mile Firecracker 4 road race on July 4th has added a military formation run (open to the public) and half-mile kids run this year. The race benefits health and recreation-related charities. Presenting sponsor Fleet Feet Sports continues its free running clinics leading up to the race on June 22 and 29 at 6 p.m.

in Saratoga Springs. The first 4,000 runners to register will receive an Asics mesh running shirt. More than 20 musicians play along the race course. The race offers prize money of $7,000, plus the three largest teams in the “Run Your Colors” program receive donations to charities of their choice. The four-mile race begins at 9 a.m. at Saratoga Springs City Center; the half-mile kids run will start shortly before 11 a.m. Online race registration is $30 through July 2 at www.firecracker4.com. Kids run is $5. Runners may also register at Fleet Feet Sports in Albany (Wolf Road Plaza at Metro Park Road) and in Malta (I-87 Exit 12, Shops of Malta, 37 Kendall Way). Registration will be $35 at on-site registration, held at the Saratoga Springs City Center from 4 to 8 p.m. on July 3 and on July 4 beginning at 7 a.m.

Any one registering the day of the race is urged to arrive to the Saratoga Springs City Center no later than 8:00 a.m.

Poetry Reading On Wednesday, July 6, Caffè Lena will present poetry readings by Marilyn McCabe and Cheryl Clarke at Northshire Bookstore. An open reading will follow. Doors open for sign-ups at 6:30 p.m. and the readings will start at 7 p.m. The host for the event will be Carol Graser and the cost is $5. While the Caffe is undergoing renovations, these monthly poetry events will be held at Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

Coming in July Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop, 116 Broad St., Schuylerville announces; “Coming in July” beginning the week of July 7; Tuesdays in July, 50% off of all dishes, Wednesdays in July, 50% off of all books, Thursdays in July, 50% off of all vases and planters, Fridays in July, 50% off of all linens and curtains and Saturdays in July, 50% off of all clothing, shoes and belts. These special sales will continue as long as supplies last and end on Saturday, July 30. The Shop is open Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers are needed and appreciated. Our proceeds after expenses, are given back to Community Service Organizations.

For more information, please call Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop at (518) 695-4640.

OrthoNY Presents the OpWalk Cup at the Celebrate

Saratoga Tournament On July 8 OrthoNY presents the Operation Walk Cup at the Celebrate Saratoga Tournament at Saratoga Polo. Enjoy opening night of the 2016 polo season from the VIP tent along with food, drink, and a silent auction. Ticket donation is $100 and benefits Operation Walk, a not-for-profit volunteer medical services organization that provides free surgical treatment for patients in developing countries that have little or no access to life-improving care for arthritis of the hip and knee. Jonathan Gainor, MD, Leigh Shepard, PA, Dave Goff, CRNA and Suzette Murauskas from Saratoga Springs, are joining the OpWalk Team in Santa Cruz, Bolivia this October to give those less fortunate the chance to be free from the pain of arthritis. If you, or a family member, have experienced the pain of arthritis and the joy of being pain free after joint replacement, then spread the joy. For more information or to purchase tickets contact jgainor@ gmail.com or visit facebook.com/ TeamGainor.

22nd Annual Secret Gardens Tour Tickets are on sale now for the 22nd annual Secret Gardens Tour, featuring 10 private gardens in and around Saratoga Springs on Sunday, July 10 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.

The self-guided tour, presented

by Soroptimist International of Saratoga County (SISC), includes a semi-formal English garden, a butterfly house, assorted water features, within a mix of expansive rural sites and creative urban environments. SISC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that supports domestic violence victim services and other local and global initiatives that benefit women, girls and the broader community. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the tour. Tickets may be ordered on soroptimistsaratoga.org or purchased at any retail Cudney’s Dry Cleaners location, the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center and (after June 4) at Northshire Bookstore on Broadway. To learn more about the tour and Soroptimists, email secretgardensinfo@gmail.com, visit soroptimistsaratoga.org or call (518) 581-1201, x 4184.

Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS) The Prevention Council is sponsoring a TIPS (Training for

Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016 Intervention Procedures) for retail and package store staff and restaurant and bartenders informing them of the critical responsibilities involved in the sale of alcohol. Certification lasts 3 years. The training will be held at 125 High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs on July 12. For times and other info, please contact Janet at: office@preventiocouncil.org or call (518) 581-1230 x3633.

Yankees vs. Red Sox The Notre Dame Visitation Church Capital Campaign Fundraiser Committee is hosting a second bus to the Yankees vs Red Sox Game on Sat., July 16, 2016. The cost is $120 per person which includes bus, entrance into the game and unlimited Pepsi products and many food items from 1st through 5th inning of game. Bus leaves Wilton Mall 11 a.m. Game starts at 4 p.m.

Tickets on sale now, first come, first serve. Tickets are non-refundable.

Contact Pete Healy (518) 421-2956 Havurah Vatik – The Worm in the Core: The Role of Death in Life In a long-awaited return engagement, Professor Sheldon Solomon will share his insights into the effects on individual and social behavior of the uniquely human awareness of death. From noble achievements to ignominious affectations, the fear of death and the quest for immortality have been pervasive throughout the history of human cultures. Sheldon Solomon is Professor of Psychology at Skidmore College. His studies of the effects of human awareness of death were featured in the award-winning documentary film, Flight from Death: the Quest for Immortality.

He is co-author of In the Wake of 9/11: The Psychology of Terror and The Worm in the Core: On the Role of Death in Life. He is the recipient of numerous awards in the field of psychology. A catered lunch will follow. Please call the Temple Sinai reservation line at (518) 584-8730 ext. 4 by July 13. This event will be held at Congregation Shaara Tfille located at 84 Weible Ave., in Saratoga Springs. All Saratoga area seniors, 55 plus are welcome.

Friends Advantage Sale Friends of Saratoga Springs Public Library’s Book Shop has a Friends Advantage Sale from July 16 through July 24. The Friends Book Shop accepts cash, credit card and

check and is located on the 1st floor of the Saratoga Springs Public Library located on 49 Henry St. in Saratoga Springs. These sales are for Members Only. Become a member of the Friends of the Library at the Shop’s register to take advantage of Members-Only sales. Friends of the Library’s reusable canvas grocery totes (“horse reading a book” logo) for sale for $10 plus tax, a fundraiser for our not-for-profit organization.

Great for gifts with a horse-theme.

Friends Book shop hours are Monday – Thursday (10 a.m. - 8 p.m.), Friday (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.), Saturday (10 a.m. - 4 p.m.) and Sunday (1 – 4 p.m.). For more information, call (518) 584-7860, ext. 233.

Free Outdoor Theater Saratoga Shakespeare Company is celebrating the 16th summer season of free outdoor theater in beautiful Congress Park in downtown Saratoga Springs.

We’ve added more additional programming in our continuing partnership with Skidmore College. Cyrano opens July 21. This Free Production in Congress Park Runs through July 30. Romeo and Juliet will open in Congress Park on August 2 and runs through August 9. Performances are at 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 3 p.m. on Sunday.

4th Annual Hay, Oats and Spaghetti Please join us as an official sponsor of the 4th Annual Hay, Oats and Spaghetti, a very special evening of casual dining and cocktails with friends on Monday, July 25. Building from the huge success of prior years, the event will take place at Bravo!, 3246 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, and will kick off the Saratoga racing meet by welcoming horse industry friends old and new back to town. The entire evening has been generously donated by the owners of Bravo! and Mama Mia’s Restaurant, Lauren and Giuseppe Grisio. All proceeds will support the Thoroughbred Retirement foundation and the compassionate aftercare it provides to retired racehorses. By becoming a sponsor you will give back to these beautiful animals who give so much to us. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit: www.trfinc.org.

Send your local briefs to calendar@saratogapublishing.com two weeks prior to the event.

Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016 games, food, vendors and more. There will be a Jaws of Life live demo, and Big Sky Country from 4-9 p.m. and more!

Family Friendly Event

Friday, June 24 Butterfly Walk: Who is my Neighbor?

Saratoga Spa State Park, 19 Roosevelt Drive Saratoga Springs, 2 p.m.

Did you know restoring a habitat is like building a neighborhood? Come enjoy a light hike at the Karner Blue site and learn what butterflies live in the same neighborhood as the Karner Blue butterfly. Please wear hats and sunscreen. You may want to bring binoculars or a magnifying glass to see butterflies up close. This program is appropriate for ages 7 and up. Registration is required. Please call (518) 584-2000 ext. 122. This program is free.

SITI Company Showing Skidmore College Campus, Bernhard Theater, 7:30 p.m.

The Three Sisters: Act 1 - A public process-in-action, directed by Anne Bogart SITI Company performs early development of their interpretation of Anton Chekhov’s The Three Sisters.

Free admission.

Saturday, June 25

Yaddo Presents Charles Bock - Alice & Oliver Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7:30 p.m.

An evening with bestselling Yaddo artist Charles Bock, as he shares his new novel: an unflinching yet deeply humane portrait of a young family’s journey through a medical crisis, laying bare a couple’s love and fears as they fight for everything that’s important to them. For more information on these or other events, call (518) 682-4200 or visit www.northshire.com.

Sunday, June 26 Move and Groove 5K and Kids Fun Run National Museum of Dance, 99 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m.

The National Museum of Dance is excited to announce its third annual Move and Groove 5k/ Beginning and ending at the National Museum of Dance, join us for a beautiful 3.1 mile course through the scenic Spa State Park. A Kid’s Fun Run, for younger athletes, will take place before the start of the 5k run on the lawn of the National Museum of Dance, offering awards to all participants. Use the code MOVEGROOVE for a $5 discount off the registration price, for a limited time. www. dancemuseum.org/events/

200th Anniversary Celebration of Eagle-Matt Lee Fire Company No.1

Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation Summer Stroll: Historic Congress Park

Saratoga County Fairgrounds, Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa, 11:30 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Join Eagle-Matt Lee Fire Company No.1 as they celebrate their 200th Anniversary. A parade starts at 11:30 followed by rides,

Front Steps of Canfield Casino, Congress Park, Saratoga Springs, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Join Charlie Kuenzel and Dave Patterson, owners of Saratoga Tours LLC, as they provide an educational and

CALENDAR 23 entertaining stroll through historic Congress Park.

From the early springs and landscape architecture to the Canfield Casino and Spencer Trask Memorial, the park is a wonderful spot to explore many facets of Saratoga history. $5 members/$8 non-members. Tours are rain or shine. Allow 90 minutes.

Requires walking and standing and covers varied terrain. Pre-registration preferred.For more information or to R.S.V.P. Nicole Babie, Membership and Programs Coordinator (518) 587-5030. nbabie@ saratogapreservation.org.

Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Admission is free with over 40 vendors; parking is great, bargains galore, lunch, books, household items, sports equipment, hand-made items, clothing, jewelry, party vendors, pet supplies and just about anything you can imagine may be found here.

New vendors are signing up every month. Rain or shine.

All proceeds go to our local charities. Call (518) 289-5470 for information.

Saratoga Scavenger Run iRun LOCAL, 18 Congress St., Saratoga Springs, 2:30 p.m.

This event is completely free and open to anyone. Details of the scavenger run will be explained prior to start.

From 3 – 4 p.m. participants will make their way around downtown on a unique and fun run/walk which concludes back at iRun LOCAL where prizes will be awarded. For more information call (518) 886-8537 or visit www. irunlocal.com.

ConsciousnessRaising Book Discussion Woodlawn Commons, 156 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, 6 p.m.

Albany-Saratoga Spiritual

Adventures is hosting a spiritual book discussion.

Join us for a spiritual book discussion. All are welcome whether or not they’ve read. This month’s book is Buddha’s Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love and Wisdom

by Rick Hanson. For more information, visit www. newthoughtnewyork.org or call (518) 366-9918.

Monday, June 27 The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series Camp Saratoga, Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park. 80 Scout Rd., Gansevoort, 6:15 p.m.

The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series will be held Mondays June 27, July 11, July 25, August 8 and August 22.

The races are open to all and registration is $5 at the door. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve and the Saratoga Spa State Park. Refreshments and raffle prizes afterwards. Grand prizes will be awarded for best times for all 5 events, continual improvement and most family members. For more information visit www. saratogastryders.org or email laura@saratogastryders.org .

Wednesday, June 29 Malta Summer Concert Series Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Dr., Malta, 5 – 9 p.m.

Join us for free fun family concerts held on the lawn.

Concerts are made possible by grant funding from GLOBALFOUNDRIES/Town of Malta Foundation, and generous sponsorships from local organizations. Bring a picnic supper, blanket and/ or chairs and join. Visit www. maltaparksrec.com for more information and the lineup of bands.

Thursday, June 30 Summer Concert Series Wiswall Park, Front St., Ballston Spa, 6 – 8 p.m.

The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association is proud to once again present its free Concerts in the Park series. This week is the Ballston Spa Community Band (Multi-generational).

The concert series runs for 10 weeks, every Thursday. For more information, visit www. ballston.org.

Parent Information

Tuesday, June 28 Night Skidmore Summer Jazz Institute: Ron Carter Golden Striker Trio Arthur Zankel Music Center, Skidmore Campus, 8 p.m.

Featuring Carter, a Grammy Award-winning bassist, Donald Vega on piano, and Russell Malone, guitar. $8 adults, $5 senior citizens and Skidmore community, free for students and children.

For reservations go to www. skidmore.edu/Zankel. For more information call (518) 580-5321.

Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St., Schuylerville 7p.m.

All parents interested in our Kindergarten Readiness Program are encouraged to attend. Kindergarten Readiness parent information night is held for the purpose of the parents to gain understanding about the design of the program and the specific elements included and how each help with the child’s development across all the domains and additionally hone in on the important skills that are deemed necessary for a child entering kindergarten. There will be a presentation and an opportunity for the parents to ask questions. (518)695-6641.

Send your calendar events to calendar@saratogapublishing.com two weeks prior to the event.

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Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

THE SOCIETY PAGE BROUGHT TO YOU BY CARRIE ROWLANDS JOHNSON & ALICE COREY OF the blogging bar

(Back row, left to right) Dave Long; Katie Long; Gary Long; Linda Long; Glen Larkin; Karen Larkin, JDRF board member. (Front row, left to right) Danny Larkin, T1 Juvenile Diabetes survivor; Matt Larkin

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Skyler Trapp movingly speaks about her struggles with Juvenile Diabetes

JDRF – Uncorking the Cure – Hall of Springs – June 16

ARATOGA SPRINGS – Pricks with needles, every day. A pump attached to their small bodies, flowing with the life-saving medicine, insulin. The constant fear that the medicine won’t be enough to prevent long-term complications such as kidney failure, heart attack, stroke, blindness, and amputation. These are the fears of children suffering from type-one diabetes, otherwise known as juvenile diabetes because it typically strikes children. These are the children so brave for battling their autoimmune disease – before us onstage – speaking about these struggles at a fundraiser for an organization that is helping to save their lives, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF).

A crowd of about 200 dressed in cocktail attire listened as these brave children spoke about their diabetes at the seventh annual “Uncorking the Cure / Tapping into Hope” wine, beer and spirits tasting Thursday, June 16 at The Hall of Springs in Saratoga.

Families of children with diabetes, local physicians and a community of supporters sipped and tasted inside this grand venue as Soul Session entertained onstage. A live and silent auction in addition to money collected from ticket sales went a long way toward reaching their 80 thousand dollar goal.

- Carrie Rowlands Johnson Alice Corey and Carrie Rowlands Johnson are co-owners of the blogging bar, a Saratoga-based business offering blogging, social media management, and photography services to small to medium businesses. Together they cover the social scene in Saratoga, offering you a sneak peek inside charity galas and fundraising parties. If you’d like your event featured, email us at thebloggingbar@gmail.com

Alice Corey the blogging bar (graciously dressed in Andree Blue by Lorena Nazario of The Bella V Mobile Boutique), Bob Reed, Carrie Rowlands Johnson of the blogging bar

A patron bids on a live auction under the direction of LaGrande Serras

Children with type1 diabetes assist with the auction

All photos by Alice Corey Photography

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Not Dead Yet!

by Arthur Gonick And Mark Bolles Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Anchor: “Dead and Co. brought a big, big crowd – of all ages – out to SPAC on a beautiful Tuesday, June 21 evening. We have team wraparound coverage – starting with Mark Bolles – somewhere in that human sea… where are you, Mark?”

MB: “Thanks! I’m just outside the amphitheater area, now – and you are right – this place is packed. You know, not to be unGrateful but I half expected this show to be a lame imitation of the former Dead.

WOW was I wrong. I broke out in goose bumps as Dead & Co. broke out of the box with ‘Feel Like a Stranger’ tonight. The crowd went wild; it was time to get groovy. The temptation to join the throng and dance to the funky rhythm was almost overwhelming, however I had to be steady and focus.

For photography was my mission but just the first 15 minutes (typical time allotment with a photo pass). That was time enough to snap the Grateful Dead hybrid featuring iconic co-founder Bob Weir together with veteran percussionists Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann.

Grammy winning bassist Oteil Burbridge and keyboardist Jeff Chimenti may not have been center stage; however their contributions should not be

underscored. The linchpin to the ensemble was John Mayer, not just for his guitar hooks but vocals as well.

“Now, over to Arthur, who’s been covering news from the lawn...”

AG: “Yes, thanks Mark. I thought I was the grumpy one of the group about this whole thing – even pre-writing headlines with words like ‘fossil’ and jokes about Petrified Sea Gardens being closed already – but I, too, did a 180-degree turn in my attitude, when I started to absorb the vibe on the lawn – particularly along what is called ‘Participation Row’ There I found Lizzy, Alyssa and a whole crew of enthusiastic, happy people engaged in an information exchange about important social issues – from voter registration to solar-powered cellphone and device charging stations.

“Lizzy, a Chicago-area native, has been touring with Bob Weir’s musical ventures for about 7 years now in conjunction with HeadCount.org.

She has the forms to register you to vote in any state, even change your party preference.

I did see her actually change two people’s registration to Republican right before my eyes! I think they were testing her, Mark – but she fished out the right paperwork instantly.

Not enough to call it a trend, but an interesting anecdote given the time and place…

“Meanwhile the music.

They all came for the music, but the activists on Participation Row like Lizzy and Alyssa (inset) are the real ‘keepers of the flame.’

Photos by MarkBolles.com

Here’s my quick scorecard.

John Mayer – A+! He got an A- just by taking on the role of legendary lead guitarist Jerry Garcia, but went up from there. Song list: solid A.

Particularly impressive was the choice of ‘Deal’ to end the first set – an homage to some of the original Grateful Dead shows of the past. Mark - any final thought?”

MB: “Just a beautiful summer evening, good vibes all around.”

AG: “I guess they’re not quite Dead yet! Now back to you in the studio.”

Mumford and Sons Perform!

A Show Stopping Setlist for a Sold Out SPAC

by Allison Capasso Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — British rock band Mumford and Sons put on a captivating and crowd-pleasing performance at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center on the night of Wednesday, June 15. The band performed 19 songs for a sold out crowd on their fourth stop of this leg of their “Wilder Minds” tour, and as the second show of SPAC’s 50th anniversary season.

Mumford and Sons are a British band with rock, indie, folk, country and bluegrass influences that originated in London in 2007. Since their formation, the group has released three studio albums and has had 11 hit songs on Billboard’s Hot 100. The band’s members

consist of Marcus Mumford on lead vocals, as well as guitar, drums and mandolin, Winston Marshall on banjo and guitar, Ted Dwane on bass and Ben Lovett on keyboard and piano.

The group came out with their debut album Sigh No More in 2009, and have since received a total of 14 Grammy nominations throughout their career.

The group’s most recent two albums Babel and Wilder Mind have debuted at number one in the UK and the U.S. The band opened with their song “Snake Eyes” off of their most recent album Wilder Mind. Throughout the night, they performed a variety of hit tunes including “Little Lion Man”, “Lover of the Light,” “Believe” and “Ditmas,” as well as some other lesser known songs for the die-hard

fans in the audience. Joining the group for a few songs was African musician Baaba Maal.

Maal accompanied the band in singing three songs off of their recent collaborative EP titled Johannesburg, including “There Will Be Time.”

“Wona” and “Si Tu Veux.” After performing their main set, Mumford and Sons returned to the stage to perform five songs for an encore, including a cover of the Bruce Springsteen’s 1984 hit single “I’m on Fire,” as well as their song “I Will Wait.” The group closed the night of music and fun with a crowd favorite: “The Wolf.”

Mumford and Sons drew in a full and energetic crowd and put on an overall outstanding show. It was truly a SPAC moment - one of several I hope to experience this summer.

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Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

The People’s Lawn “What is your favorite SPAC memory?”

“I saw Barry Manilow in 1972.” – Joan Anderson, from Ballston Spa

“I brought my five teenagers to REO Speedwagon 34 years ago. It was quite an experience. It was a sold out crowd.”

– Sandra Seeber, from Clifton Park

“We’ve been coming to both the ballet and the Philadelphia Orchestra over the course of 20 years. It’s always wonderful.”

– Henry Sobell (left), from Lake Luzerne “Every year is great. I especially love when we come with our kids.” – Lourdes Sobell (right), from Lake Luzerne

“I saw the Martha Graham dance company two years ago. It made me cry.” – Heidi Lananer, from Los Angeles, California

Getting Down with the Count The Greatest Day of My Musical Life!

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS – It was July 3, 1982. I had moved to Saratoga a year before, became a SPAC member that summer.

When it came time to buy tickets for the 1982 programs – there was no doubt where I wanted to be. I was always a ‘front row balcony’ guy – I always requested, and usually got that location.

Recently, they wised up and made that seating area premium boxes. Smart move. I still think it’s the best spot for both listening and viewing. No one could stand up in the way and block your view. Particularly when you are trying to see a legend.

For me, Count Basie and his Orchestra had a special meaning.

As a very young boy, New Years Eve was the night I got to be an ‘adult’ and stay up late. And every New Years, that meant watching the ball drop and the Count swing – on my B/W TV – Channel 9 in New York City. Broadcasting live from the Rainbow Room in Rockefeller Center. It looked smoky – and super swanky. That was the Count. And now I would be seeing him live.

These were the days when it was known as the Kool Jazz Festival for the record, and it was a jazz purist’s lineup. Barely any R&B or pop. Just the best in the biz at the top of their game.

Consider just a few of the names that performed during that 2-day affair (July 3 and 4): - Ella Fitzgerald - Spyro Gyra - The Buddy Rich Orchestra - Ray Brown - Maynard Ferguson and his Orchestra - Oscar Peterson Legends and Hall-of-Famers all. But only one member of Royalty for me.

Though I had my reserved front-row balcony seat, most of the daytime was spent out on the lawn. I don’t remember if they even had a gazebo stage then, but something tells me no. From that lawn standpoint on that July 3 afternoon, I remember being particularly impressed with Oscar Peterson and his small trio or quartet. I guess I’m a piano guy.

“O.P.” delivered a fast paced, precise set – flying over the 88 keys with elegance. I recall hearing that Oscar wasn’t too thrilled with his afternoon placement on that day,

yet he stood and bowed after each number, asked his bandmates to do the same, and sat Photo by permission – TheCountBasieOrchestra.com back down and really ripped it up maidens – maybe his grandto the wild applause of the audi- daughters? Not sure, but they ence. Bravo. New fan, right here. looked elegant and beautiful. It But when the sun went down took a bit of time to make the – I was in my seat. Like the name trip – The Count’s appearance of one of the Count’s many hit brought about the thunderclap songs – it was “Meetin’ Time.” roar and Standing O you might And I was ready. expect, and he took a moment to I had to refer to a Library of soak it in and acknowledge the Congress playlist of the Count’s subjects of his kingdom. But there set - it has been awhile. But for me, was something else. music in whatever form has always On the journey across the been about absorbing the qualita- SPAC stage, the Count had his tive – I can barely read music, don’t hands at keyboard level – his really play an instrument. So here’s fingers playing along with the what I remember, in addition to band. The song, I believe was my jaw dropping – often.

Bootsie’s Blues – and as he was Like many big bands, the getting closer, he looked at that Orchestra starts out with a few piano with a “let me at ‘em” look numbers, without the leader, to – mock threatening to bolt the get the party started. The third wheelchair. Five feet away now song – April in Paris – was a par- – maybe. And the maidens let ticular standout in this early seg- him glide the rest of the way… ment. A couple of other numbers. The Count picked up the song in And then… from stage right – mid-measure – and they didn’t there he was! stop until he said so – with their As befitting royalty, the trademark encore – Jumpin’ at the Count, age 77 that day, was being Woodside. Side note: that song rolled to his piano by two fine was given a whole new generation

of fans due to it’s usage on, of all things, The Gong Show – where it presaged the arrival of “Gene, Gene the Dancing Machine.” Ask your father.

But for me, the Count’s set – 1 hour, 3 minutes and 21 seconds according to the Library, was transformative. It changed my life on several levels: - I became a jazz fan on that day.

Yes, I still loved my rock, etc., but from that day forward – jazz was king.

- It led to a (volunteer) radio career of 10+ years; broadcasting a show on Skidmore’s WSPN on Saturday afternoons – a mix of Jazz and R&B – following the modern Jazz Festival formula. And every show - every one – signed off with me saying thanks and goodbye with “Jumpin” in the background.

- Most of all, it was the greatest musical day of my life.

And it happened at SPAC. Coming July 8: Official 50th Anniversary with Alvin Ailey/ SPAC Behind the Scenes (at a high level) / and ‘The Photo of Her Life’

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Sharon Castro In a Photographer’s Groove When it comes to equine or canine photography, our alltime, must-have, go-to photographer is our own Sharon Castro.

But any subject in motion, particularly with a jazzy soundtrack in the background, is fair play for her artistic lens. We are thrilled to present this montage of her favorites from SPAC’s Jazz Festivals through the years.

— Arthur Gonick

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Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

PULSE Party Central!

Get in that Jazzy Mood a Day Early!

The Dan Brubeck Quartet will appear at Universal Preservation Hall (UPH) on Friday, June 24. Doors open at 7 p.m. / show is at 7:30 p.m. The Quartet is Dan’s exciting new group, originally created for performing the music on the “Celebrating the Music and Lyrics of Dave and Iola Brubeck.” Based in Vancouver, Canada, the group features the exceptional vocal talent of Adam Thomas (also on bass), with saxophonist Steve Kaldestad and pianist Tony Foster.

Tickets are $30 at the door. UPH is located at 25 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs. Visit universalpreservationhall.org

Happy as Clams!

A very happy afternoon on Saturday, June 18 at Bailey’s Café is reflected in these dazzling smiles. The occasion: Bailey’s inaugural Clam Bake.

Co-owner Sam Bottini (R) reported that 4,500 clams were consumed, in addition to over 1,000 clams, er – dollars that got raised to benefit Double H Ranch… of course, all those clams need to be washed down with something or other – hence the corresponding pearly-pearly’s from bartender Jeselle!

Big Fez Rocks the Garden!

Sometimes, no caption is necessary! But, for the record Big Fez and the Surfmatics rocked Gaffney’s 34th Annual Garden Party on Father’s Day, June 18. We at PPC say mightily – book ‘em, again – Dan-o… Aloha!

Thanks to Gaffneys’ Kim Smith for the pic.

- Arthur Gonick

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Saratoga Summer Concert Series Kicks Off July 3!

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Summer Concert Series returns to Congress Park for the 2016 season, kicking off on July 3. Gather your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, find a spot on the lawn and enjoy some of our areas favorite performers.

This FREE Saratoga Summer Concert Series is program of the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center in cooperation with the Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau and the City of Saratoga Springs. Shows begin at 7 p.m. at the War Memorial in beautiful Congress Park and each concert will be approximately 90 minutes.

New this year – the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center, at 297 Broadway, will be the concert rain location.

2016 Dates and Performers are: July 3-Keller & Cannon Dynamic Duo ranging from modern and classic country, rock and Americana. Keller & Cannon bring rock-style modern and classic country and pure rock to audiences of all sizes and all ages, featuring recognizable, danceable, high energy tunes that reflect the good-time feeling of Americana music.

July 10-Hot Club of Saratoga - The Capital Region’s premier gypsy swing ensemble. The driving rhythms under dynamic soloing give the music a life and vibrancy sure to bring a smile and often an irresistible desire to move.

July 17-Marc Berger & RIDE- Marc Berger & RIDE bring a well-choreographed mix of deep country folk songs with touches of bluegrass, roots, Americana, a little spicy Cajun, and even a little indie with an effects laced lead acoustic guitar.

July 24- Sonny and PerleyThe exciting duo of Sonny Daye and Perley Rousseau achieves a rare musical symbiosis. The husband and wife team master a unique blend of Jazz, Bossa Nova, American Songbook Standards, and International Cabaret, which has become their musical signature.

August 9-Rich Ortiz-Rich Ortiz’s style is truly his own and his music is his soul. Rich plays

Country, Disco, Motown and Classic Rock.

Many sponsors make this series possible. Special thanks to The Courtyard by Marriott Saratoga Springs, Ben and Jerry’s Saratoga Springs, CDTA, The Adirondack Trust Company, The Masie Center, Saratoga

Betsy & the ByeGons – August 16

guitar, harmonica, and peddle bass (with his feet), and he turns heads with his vocals! As his passion for life grows stronger, so does the energy in his music; he is a truly rare, authentic talent.

August 16-Betsy & The ByeGons - Whether you lived the sixties yourself or you just dig that classic girl-group sound, there’s no better way to spend some time than with Betsy and the ByeGons! Bring back those happy days when The Ronettes, The Chiffons, The Shirelles, The Shangri-las, The Supremes and so many others lit up stages and screens throughout the world!

August 23- Garland Nelson Soulist-A high energy and spirited ensemble, performing

Hot Club of Saratoga – July 10

multi-genre soul music with entertaining command and spontaneous originality. Led by “soulist” Garland Nelson, Soul Session emotes supernatural passions from material by Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley, Bill Withers, and many others.

August 30- Cryin’ Out Loud-With an energizing live show that features five dynamic vocalists, a fluid rhythm section, and a hot three-piece horn section, Cryin’ Out Loud will definitely make your event one to remember. During a live performance you can feel their energy inspire the crowd, taking listeners on a musical journey that encompasses the greatest hits of Pop, RnB,

National Bank, Clements Insurance, Price Chopper, The Saratoga Downtowner, 101.3 The Jockey and Saratoga TODAY Newspaper.

For more information, contact the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center at 518-587-3241, or saratogaspringsvisitorcenter.com

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Circus Smirkus Continued from page 3.

organization has raised over $2.5 million for non-profit partners.

The Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs first brought Circus Smirkus to Saratoga in 2007 as a fundraising and outreach event. “We have valued our partnership with Circus Smirkus over the past 10 years and can’t wait to present this year’s colorful production to the community,” said Anne Maguire, Administrator of the Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs. “The Waldorf School and Circus Smirkus are a natural combination. We share the core values of dedication and hard work to help children realize their unique potential.”

Of the excitement that surrounds Circus Smirkus each

Photo by MarkBolles.com

year, Matt Kopans, Director of Development for the Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs commented, “My children start talking about next year¹s circus as soon as last year¹s circus ends.

It’s an exciting time for Saratoga Springs and for the Waldorf School.”

The Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs draws upon the successes of Waldorf schools worldwide to provide a strong focus on math, science, literature, languages and the arts through hands-on, experiential learning.

Currently entering its 33rd year of operation, the Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs educates children from pre-school through the 12th grade. For more information, visit WaldorfSaratoga.org.

Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

You go, Doughboys!

GENTLEMEN VOLUNTEERS to Descend on UPH SARATOGA SPRINGS — Pig Iron Theater Company is bringing one of its most acclaimed productions, GENTLEMEN VOLUNTEERS, to Saratoga Springs to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the First World War. A new cast will bring this sweeping drama of American idealism and unlikely love affairs to life.

Set against the chaos of World War I, GENTLEMEN VOLUNTEERS follows two American ambulance drivers from the idyllic campus of Yale University to the battlefields of France. An epic romance in the style of classic films such as Casablanca, GENTLEMEN VOLUNTEERS features live music and and awardwinning sound design.

Interesting facts about the real WWI Gentlemen Volunteers can be found at www.pigiron.org/blog/ who-were-gentlemen-volunteers G E N T L E M E N VOLUNTEERS will be performed in promenade at Universal Preservation Hall from June 28 to July 1, as part of Orchard Project Presents, a series of public performances in Saratoga Springs that enables members of the community to see what Orchard Project residents are creating. The series includes Grammy and TONY winners and top talent of tomorrow.

There is no fixed seating at GENTLEMEN VOLUNTEERS. Instead, the audience follows the action around the space. Those with mobility issues can be accommodated; patrons should connect with Orchard Project Presents (646-760-6767) in advance so the team can help. Tickets are $35 (plus a service fee). They can be purchased at OrchardProject.com.

Performance schedule: Tuesday, June 28 at 8 p.m.

All photos provided

Wednesday, June 29 at 8 p.m.

Thursday, June 30 at 8 p.m.

Friday, July 1 at 5 and 8 p.m.

Founded in 1995 as an interdisciplinary ensemble, Pig Iron Theatre Company is dedicated to creating new and exuberant performance works that defy easy categorization.

Pig Iron has been in residence with the Orchard Project four times. In addition to performing GENTLEMEN VOLUNTEERS, it will be one of the companies

participating in the Orchard Project lab program this summer. Participating companies are expected to develop more than 25 new projects.

Over the course of its twodecade lifespan, Pig Iron has created more than two dozen original works and has toured to festivals and theatres in England, Scotland, Poland, Lithuania, Brazil, Ireland, Italy, Romania, and Germany.

The best theatre companies go to the Orchard Project each summer to develop their innovative new ideas. The Broadway play All the Way, which won the TONY® for Best Play, was written at the Orchard Project over two seasons.

The Orchard Project has become a preeminent place for theater companies and artists to develop new projects, and in 2015, it expanded and moved to Saratoga Springs, NY. It now receives hundreds of applications each year from artists around the world — from New York to Texas, Rome to Minsk.

More information is online at www.exchangenyc.org.

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Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

week of 06/24-06/30 friday, 6/24:

sunday, 6/26:

Bohm Dialogue, 8 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060

The Rick Nelson Band, 8 pm @ Druthers 306.5275

Houde + Hofmanis, 9 pm @ Bentley’s — 899.4300

Maurizio Russomano, 3 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003

Franklin Micare Duo, 7 pm @ Carson’s Woodside Tavern — 584.9791

Live Jazz Brunch, 10 AM

Rich Ortiz, 9 pm @ Druthers — 306.5275

Marcus Ruggiero, 3 pm @ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463

The Switch, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 Star Society Band, 9:30 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003 Doc Orloff Duo, 6 pm @ Nanola — 587.1300 Master Cylinders, 8 pm @ Nanola — 587.1300 The Jon LeRoy Trio, 9 pm @ 9 Maple Avenue — 583.2582 Shaun McCarthy, 6 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026

@ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563

monday, 6/27: Megan Houde, 6:30 pm @ Brook Tavern — 871.1473

tuesday, 6/28: Rich Ortiz, 10 pm @ Caroline St. Pub — 583.9400 Open Mic w/ Rick Bolton, 8 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359

Er Go Blu, 6:30 pm @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563

wednesday, 6/29:

Gratefully Yours, 8 pm @ Putnam Den — 584.8066 Ubuntu, 9 pm @ The Rusty Nail — 371.9875

The Masters of Nostalgia, 8:30 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026

Aquanett, 8 pm @ Vapor — 581.5775

saturday, 6/25: The Rick Nelson Band, 8 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060 Dave Porter, 7 pm @ Carson’s Woodside Tavern — 584.9791 The Radio Junkies, 10 pm @ Caroline St. Pub — 583.9400 The Radio Junkies, 9 pm @ Druthers 306.5275 Rich Ortiz, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 The Lucky Valentines, 10 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003 Watchdog, 8 pm @ Nanola — 587.1300 Nelson Esposito Quintana, 9 pm @ 9 Maple Avenue — 583.2582 George Giroux, 6:30 pm @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563 The Late Shift, 8:30 pm @ Putnam Den — 584.8066 John Kribs Band, 9 pm @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916 The Refrigerators, 8 pm @ Vapor — 581.5775

Celtic Session, 7 pm @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916

thursday, 6/30: Pat Decker, 7 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060 Open Mic, 7:30 pm @ Caffè Lena — 583.0022 Matty Finn, 6 pm @ Carney’s Tavern — 952.7177 Open Mic, 10 pm @ Circus Café — 583.1106 The Remainders, 9 pm @ Druthers — 306.5275 Blackouts, 8 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 The Wheel, 8 pm @ Nanola — 587.1300 Chris Carey + Mike O’Donnell, 8 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026 Rich Ortiz, 6:30 pm @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563 Imunuri, 10 pm @ Putnam Den — 584.8066 Celtic Session, 7 pm @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916

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Puzzles Across 1 Atkins no-no 5 “__ bad idea” 9 Brothers Grimm creature 14 Old apple spray 15 Pinnacle 16 Painful turning point?

17 Elizabeth of “Lone Star” 18 Nothing 19 Experimental blast 20 Russian composer and piano virtuoso 23 Related compounds 24 Gap 28 Italian roads 29 Café breakfast order 31 Birdbrain 33 Arrived just in time for 34 Reservoir creator 37 TV fantasy about three magical sisters 40 Delivery person?

41 Some Persians 43 Absolute ruler 45 Den piece 48 Arrival announcement 52 Deduce 53 Manned the helm 54 Annual sports event that begins with Selection Sunday on 3/15 ... or, cryptically, a hint to the scrambled word found at the starts of 20-, 29-, 37- and 45-Across 57 Provide a spread for 60 Script “Q” feature 61 In the past 62 Scenic route, perhaps 63 Curvature 64 Stax Records genre 65 Sleep soundly?

66 Milk sources for some Tibetan cheese 67 Milk sources for some Greek cheese Down 1 Crop pants 2 Orioles’ div.

3 Venom 4 Hindu priest 5 Childhood home of Jesus 6 Makes the first move

See puzzle solutions on page 38

See puzzle solution on page 38

7 Actress Hatcher 8 Nerve cell transmitter 9 Story you might find on MuggleNet.com, briefly 10 Myrmecologist’s subject 11 ‘50s political nickname 12 Jekyll creator’s monogram 13 However 21 Doc 22 Resistance unit 25 Lions, Tigers or Bears 26 Fancy coif 27 Come off as 29 Personnel employee 30 Dough dispensers, for short 32 Dry riverbed 34 Pull with effort

35 Special something 36 Co. runners 38 Dorothy Parker’s “Excuse my dust” and others 39 Like the Taj Mahal 42 Bagel topping 44 Precisely, after “on” 46 Town crier’s cry 47 JFK info 49 Prior to today, poetically 50 Save 51 Fords that never got going 53 Usually stained work garb 55 French Open surface 56 Bat mitzvah dance 57 “The Big Bang Theory” network 58 Author Rand 59 Seesaw need

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: Vigorish, Vigorous Vigorish refers to interest or fees paid to a lender. Standard vigorish charges of 10 percent are figured into the amount due.

Vigorous means energetic, robust, or strong. Vigorous exercise can decrease the risk of heart disease.

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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MORTGAGES

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Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

(L) SNLL’s Elks, led by Coach Chris Lansing, celebrate their Minors AA Division win; (R) SNLL’s Lions, led by Coach John Karadenes, raise their hats and trophies to commemorate their Majors win.

Mayor’s Cup Lions Roar! Elks Score, Score, Score!

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS ­­­— Saratoga National Little League (SNLL) swept both the Majors and Minors AAA Division Championships at the 41st Annual Mayor’s Cup Tournament, over their counterparts from Saratoga American Little League, on Saturday evening, June 18, before a nice crowd of supporters from both the East and West sides of town.

In the Majors Division, SNLL’s Champion Lions cruised to an 8-1 triumph over their SALL counterparts, AFSCO Fence. In that game, The Lion’s ace and all-star Jack Staszak took the mound and did not disappoint - The hard throwing lefty struck out 12 batters in 5 innings and was in complete control the entire game.

The Lion’s offense was powered by fellow all-star Brendan Karadenes who went 3 for 4 with

2 doubles and 4 rib eye steaks.

Hard working catcher Chuck Didinato, Dean Dennison and all-star Liam Baldwin also had key hits in the game for the victorious Lions.

In the Minors AAA Division, SNLL’s Champion Elks overcame an early 2-0 deficit in the first inning and ran away from SALL’s NY Pain Management, registering a 22-10 victory. After giving up 2 runs, Elks starting pitcher Orion Lansing settled in

and struck 7 of the next 10 batters, 9 total in his 4 innings of work. The Elks offense started in the second inning with a solo home run by Kellen Hanafin, and exploded in the third inning with 7 straight hits off starting pitcher Carter Sica that included a two run home run by Orion Lansing, a triple by Patrick Sorbero and a double by Louis Betit and Payton Capone. The 5-run limit in that inning stopped the Elks offense, and they had a 10 to 4 lead after

4 innings of play. The Elks continued to hit and show good plate discipline over the final two frames, plating 12 more runs against the Saratoga American team in the final two frames.

But if any evening proved the adage: “It’s not whether you win or lose, it’s how you play the game.” This was it.

There were only champions on the field all day, and every participant richly deserved the trophies they took home.

“Mamarazzis” everywhere!

Photo by David Karpinski – SNLL.

Hail to League Presidents for a job well done! SALL’s Dan Joly and SNLL’s Derrick LeGall

Ben & Jerry’s always tastes better when you have helpers!

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Cavs Win: Is the NBA Rigged?

by Damian Fantauzzi for Saratoga TODAY LeBron James proved his worth this past Sunday, by helping Cleveland win its first NBA title, ever. King James picked up his third MVP award, he led all Finals players in points, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks, he’s the first player in any series to accomplish such a feat. My championship game MVP was Kyrie Irving, he was Mr. Clutch throughout the night, when it was all tied at 89 each, he hit a big 3 pointer with 50 plus seconds left. The Warriors seemed to panic and squandered the next possession when Stephen Curry threw up a Hail Mary from about 27 feet. The Cavs got the ball into James’ hands. He was fouled and made 1 of two shots with 6.7 seconds to go to ice the Cavs’ first NBA championship.

My thoughts on game 7 - it was in the style of typical NBA play, very physical with plenty of lead changes, and many one-on-one street-type plays that dominate the professional league. If you like that type of game, you got your money’s worth - a great game!

A situation that became a firestorm from game 6: Stephen Curry was so upset about making his sixth foul he threw his mouth guard into the crowd and had to be restrained from the referee. Then Curry’s wife and mom launched the conspiracy theory that the playoffs are rigged. This is not a new idea. For years there has been talk about NBA post-season play being fixed. Unfortunately, it’s big business before sport, and this kind of rumor will

develop. Now that the champs have been crowned, let’s talk about that theory.

Not every call on Curry was correct, especially if you’re a fan of his. His fifth foul ­ on an apparent steal against Kyrie­ looked particularly clean on the swipe. But Curry also got away with plenty of contact before going for the steal (and who doesn’t in the NBA).

To compound the situation, Curry was not at the top of his defensive game throughout the series. I believe he was still favoring injuries to his knee and ankle from about a month ago, I also feel he was trying to over compensate for his lack of quickness with the overuse of his hands while on defense.

Let’s face it, calls are just that: calls. In any NBA game some infractions are missed and others might be the wrong call, but that happens!

I will admit that I’m not always a fan of the NBA style of play, I guess because I coached at the high school and college levels, one could say that I’m more of a purest about the game of basketball. Compound that with the fact that players make ten times as much money as the coaches. The NBA has profited from the street-game and oneon-one playground scenarios.

I feel that coaching, generally speaking, has a minimal effect on the NBA game, and I guess that’s why the players get exorbitant salaries, compared to their so-called mentor/coach.

I just felt that Tyronn Lue, Cleveland’s head coach, seemed overwhelmed during the playoffs, almost out of place. Sorry NBA fans, but that’s the NBA history of coaching. Also, at the college level, it’s impossible for a coach, from outside the system, to come in at mid-stream to take over the team, a common occurrence in the NBA. Back to business – the NBA is big business, so it would make the best business sense for the league’s big markets to thrive during the playoffs with the series extended to seven games. Yet, the Spurs have won five championships over the past two decades under coach Gregg Popovich, an NBA coach

who has been allowed to do just that, coach. San Antonio is among the NBA’s smallest media markets. There has not been any evidence of rigging in favor of the Spurs.

On the other hand, according to “Everyday Money/ Sports” in an article by Brad Tuttle, the conspiracy-minded are quick to point out, the NBA and ABC‹the network with broadcast rights to the Finals‹stand to make big money because the series didn’t end in only five games. Just how much money? Well, last year, “AdAge” cited data from “ispot. tv” indicating that ABC pulled in $223.9 million in advertising revenues over the course of last year’s NBA Finals matchup, which again featured Cavaliers versus the Warriors. That series only lasted six games.

But A Game 7 is typically a ratings and moneymaking bonanza. AdAge estimated that had there been a Game 7 last year, it would have likely drawn an audience of 32 million viewers and a 21.2 household rating.

As for the advertising revenues, “A seventh game likely would have tossed another $45 million on the pile,” AdAge reported. So, if the 2016 NBA Finals had ended with a Game 5 victory by the Warriors, ABC would have missed out on the ad revenues of games 6 and 7.

In that same editorial Tuttle mentions that Tim Donaghy, a disgraced former NBA referee who was pushed out of the league after a scandal involving his gambling on games, told Sports Illustrated last week that he thought the NBA decided to suspend the Warriors’ Draymond Green for the Finals’ Game 5 in order to ensure more games would be played. “It gives Cleveland a better chance of prolonging the series,” Donaghy said of Green, the Warriors’ best defender.

Donaghy also said that in his experience, referees always seemed to favor teams that were losing in a playoff series, in order to give them the best chance of prolonging it. “It was always a situation where the team down in the series was going to benefit from those calls,” he said. Do you think that there might be some “sour grapes” here?

There is no proof whatsoever that anyone has rigged anything. But plenty of Warriors’ fans, as well as the conspiracy theory-minded general public, are quick to note that the Warriors had dominated before Green’s suspension. They were up 3-1 in the series and neither Curry nor his ‘Splash Brothers’ teammate Klay Thompson had even been playing up to their potential. All the Warriors

needed was to win one more game to take the championship. Then Green was suspended, and the Warriors lost Game 5 at home.

Warriors’ starting center Andrew Bogut was hurt in that same game and was out for the series, making it easier for the Cavaliers to triumph in Game 6 and force a Game 7.

So – are NBA playoff games actually fixed? If so, then the credibility of the league is down the drain, which would be to the demise of the league.

All of the big money makers, players included, would suffer greatly, along with the NBA’s popularity. The money previously mentioned does not include any other money made based on the NBA Finals going beyond five games. The arenas hosting the games obviously benefit when there are more games, and down the line.

While there’s no real evidence that the NBA Finals are rigged, it’s quite clear that a lot of people would be getting richer if they were. But, even though I have had suspicions, I think there are too many people who would be in the threat of losing their livelihood by cheating. So, ultimately, I doubt that this conspiracy theory of NBA fixed playoffs has any merit. There is just too much to lose by too many people!

Ballston Spa Athletes Commit to College Teams

The Ballston Spa Central School District’s Athletic Department recently hosted a signing ceremony for the graduating athletes who will continue their participation on Division 1 or 2 teams next year in college. The athletes and their sport included (L-R) Jesse Haraden (Swimming), Kristina Keefe (Swimming), Zack Durfee (Baseball) and Aleah Abdellatif (Lacrosse) in the back row, and Rachel Parsons (Soccer), Connor DeFilipis (Soccer), Hans Zimmer (Lacrosse) and Jack Fitzgerald (Track) in the front row.

Additional information is located on the Athletics Department webpage via www.bscsd.org or call 884-7150 ext. 2377.

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COMMUNITY SPORTS BULLETIN Saratoga Springs Recreation 2016 Summer Clinics and Programs The Saratoga Springs Recreation Department will again be offering an extensive and varied list of programs and clinics for summer 2016. Choose from boys and girls basketball, volleyball, baseball, field hockey, tennis, boys and girls lacrosse, soccer, cheerleading, skateboarding, softball, track, running, sandlot baseball, flag football and ice skating lessons.

Sign up at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center at 15 Vanderbilt Avenue. For additional information or to download forms go to www.SaratogaRec.com.

Questions? Call 518-587-3550 x2300 or email recreservations@ saratoga-springs.org.

Blue Streak Hall of Fame Nominations’ Deadline Today The Saratoga Springs City School District is currently accepting nominations for members of the Blue Streak Hall of Fame.

The program was established to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of outstanding athletes, coaches, administrators and supporters.

A committee composed of current and former coaches, high school administrators, community members, and current and retired athletic directors, will review the nominations.

Nomination Forms are

available on the district¹s website, www.saratogaschools.org, under Athletics, Blue Streak Hall of Fame. Please mail nomination forms by June 24, to: Saratoga Springs High School Attn. Peter Sheehan, Director of Health, Physical Education and Athletics, 1 Blue Streak Blvd. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Ph: 587-6690, ext. 33304

Blue Streak Boys Basketball Camp Boys entering grades 3-10 are invited to this summer’s Blue Streak Boys Basketball Camp, July 11-15 at Saratoga Springs High School.

Morning Session: 8-11 a.m. for boys entering grades 3-6 Afternoon Session: Noon – 3 p.m. for boys entering grades 7-10 Cost is $125.

Email Matt Usher at m_ usher@saratogaschools.org if you are interested or have any questions. First day registration forms will be accepted at the HS.

Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series will be held on Mondays, June 27, July 11, July 25, August 8 and August 22, at 6:15 p.m. at Camp Saratoga, Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park. The races are open to all and registration is $5 at the door. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve and the Saratoga Spa State Park.

Refreshments and raffle prizes afterwards. Grand prizes for best times for all 5 events, continual

improvement and most family members. For more information visit www.saratogastryders.org or email laura@saratogastryders.org

Summer 2016 Recreation Center Hours The Saratoga Springs Recreation Department’s summer hours at the Recreation Center will be (through October 9) will be Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Saturday 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. The Recreation Center will also be closed Monday, July 4 and Monday, September 5. For additional information, call 518587-3550 x2300 or visit www.

SaratogaRec.com.

Summer Intro to Ice Skating Registration Join us on the ice this summer for Intro to Ice Skating. This Saratoga Springs Recreation Department program will introduce skaters ages 3 through adult to the exciting world of ice skating.

Already know the basics? This program will build upon skills already learned. A strong foundation can produce of a lifetime of pleasure on the ice.

Early Bird registration ends June 20. Sign up at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center at 15 Vanderbilt Avenue For additional information or to download forms visit www.

SaratogaRec.com. Questions?

Call 518-587-3550 x2300 or email recreservations@saratoga-springs.org.

Puzzle solutions from pg. 32 Send your sports stories or briefs to Arthur Gonick, Sports Editor at arthur@saratoga publishing.com

Saratoga Springs Recreation Department 2016 Fall Soccer Registration Has Begun!

Mondays from 5:45 - 6:45 p.m. from July 11 ­August 15.

Register at Gavin Park or online: https://activenet018.active. com/wiltonrecreation/

Follow your goals with the Saratoga Springs Recreation Department’s 2016 Fall Soccer program! This program is open to children grades Pre K-12 and will run September10-October 29, 2016. Players will be separated by grade and exposed to skill development based on age and skill level. Register before August 15 in order to receive the Early Bird Discount.

Two volunteer coaches per team are needed at all levels. Registration fee is waived for the child of each coach who registers by August 15. Sign up at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center at 15 Vanderbilt Avenue.

For additional information or to download forms go to www.

SaratogaRec.com.

Questions?

Contact us at 518-587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratogasprings.org.

Ballston Spa School District Offers Community Swim Opportunities

Zumba at Gavin Park Ditch the workout, and join the PARTY! This Latin inspired workout program is not your typical workout. This workout will get you moving to music, while actually enjoying yourself. Preregistration is required at least one business day prior. No dropins allowed (pre-registration required).

BTW, Our gym has air conditioning! Fee per session: Wilton Res. - $45; Saratoga School Dist.$55; Other- $60. Sessions are on

The Ballston Spa Aquatics Program is currently offering opportunities for public use of the pool during adult lap swimming sessions, from 6 -7 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings and on Monday and Wednesday evenings. A family/open swim is also offered on Saturday afternoons from noon – 2 p.m. Additional opportunities are offered throughout the year, including adult Aqua Cardio classes and a Learn-ToSwim program in the spring.

The Community Swim Program is open to district students, families and community members.

District residents need to show identification and pay a $1 entrance fee to utilize the pool. Non-residents are admitted, as space allows, for a $2 fee. The pool is closed during swim meets, school vacations, emergency cancellations (i.e. snow days or early dismissals) and when school activities necessitate closure.

Information is available online at www.bscsd.org, by clicking on the aquatics/pool button on the left side of the homepage. For more information, please contact the pool office directly at 518884-7150 ext. 2324.

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SARATOGA’S FIRECRACKER 4 ADDS KIDS “SPARKLER” RUN SARATOGA SPRINGS — Children ages 14 and under will be able to run and roll right down the middle of Broadway in downtown Saratoga Springs on Monday, July 4, as part of a new kids fun run at the Firecracker 4 road race.

The half-mile untimed run has been added to provide a more manageable distance for children, including those pushed by parents in strollers.

“This short-distance ‘Sparkler’ event will start just before the 11 a.m. parade, allowing children the excitement of running down Broadway— from the City Center to Congress Park—while being cheered by the parade crowds lining the sidewalk,” says Bob Vanderminden, co-director of the Firecracker 4.

This year marks the tenth annual running of the Firecracker 4. The race is expected to exceed the 4,000-runner mark this year, up from just 142 runners at its first event.

The Firecracker 4, which has raised more than $250,000 since 2007 to benefit several active and recreational causes in the community, has also added a joint service military

formation run to lead off this year’s four-mile race. Any current members of the armed forces or veterans, as well as friends and family, are invited to participate by calling the Veterans Business Council of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce at 518-584-3255.

In addition to kids Sparkler run and military formation run, the Firecracker 4 includes several activities to strengthen ties between runners and provide fun activities for all ages on Independence Day. “Fleet Feet Sports, the race’s Presenting Sponsor, has hosted free lead-up training sessions every Wednesday evening in June, with a course rehearsal set for June 29,” comments race co-director Peter Goutos.

Open to all abilities, the June 29 session meets at Peabody’s on Phila Street at 6 p.m.

The popular post-race Doughboy Eating Contest, run by Caroline Street eatery Esperanto near the race finish line, will crown individual winners this year, donating $250 to a charity of the winner’s choice, and awarding first, second, and third place finishers restaurant gift cards

and t-shirts. (The record time to eat four Doughboys—stands at approximately 1 minute 20 seconds.)

Another community-building aspect of the race is the Run Your Colors team competition, where the team with the largest number of participants wins up to $1,000 to donate to a charity of their choice.

“It’s simple to win: gather your friends, family, neighbors, or coworkers and be the group with the most registered runners,” Goutos explained.

The Firecracker 4 starts at 9 a.m. at the Saratoga Springs City Center, traverses Broadway through the downtown shopping district, and then winds through Saratoga’s East Side neighborhood. Along the course and at the finish line, more than 20 bands play to entertain runners and spectators.

A Vendor Village—with local businesses, not-for-profit groups, food tents, sports massage therapists, and other displays—is set up adjacent to the finish line.

Through the generosity of the Saratoga Springs Public Safety Department, runners finish under

Jubilant runners approach the finish of the four-mile Firecracker 4 road race in Saratoga Springs on July 4, 2015. Photo by Dave Harmon.

a giant American flag hoisted by the Saratoga Springs and Greenfield/ Maple Avenue Fire Departments.

Online race registration for the four-mile event costs $30 through July 2 and is open at www.firecracker4. com. Kids Sparkler Run registration is $5.

Runners may also register at Fleet Feet Sports in Albany (Wolf Road Plaza at Metro Park Road) and in Malta (I-87 Exit 12, Shops of Malta, 37 Kendall Way). Registration goes up to $35 at on-site registration, held at the Saratoga Springs City Center from 4 to 8 p.m. on July 3 and on July 4 beginning at 7 a.m.

All kids ages 14 and under who participate in the new half-mile ‘Sparkler’ Fun Run at this year’s Firecracker 4 road race will receive this colorful medal at the finish.

Anyone registering the day of the race is urged to arrive to the Saratoga Springs City Center no later than 8 a.m. to ensure an on-time start.

Volume 11 • Issue 25

Week of June 24 – June 30, 2016

Community Sports Bulletin. Page 38.

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See Page 39.

Mayor’s Cup

Lions Roar; Elks Score, Score, Score!

The Annual Mayor’s Cup Tournament was held on Saturday, June 18. Saratoga National Little League swept both the Majors and Minors AAA Championship Divisions on their home field at West Side Rec. Since the blimp was busy, aerial coverage provided by Saratoga Balloon Festival before it’s surprise visit to Wesley! Our full coverage is on page 36. Photo by David Karpinski – SNLL.