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Ordained Sneak Peek Into The Grove at 60 Transforming the Neumann Residence

by Norra Reyes Saratoga TODAY

Father Rick Lesser. Photo provided.

by Norra Reyes Saratoga TODAY BALLSTON SPA — St. Mary’s parish in Ballston Spa welcomed newly ordained Father Rick Lesser with open arms. Known as Father Rick, the 60-year-old chose the priesthood as a second vocation after the loss of his wife, Marilyn Schmidt Lesser, ten years ago.

Father Rick has the approachable smile and ready laugh of a person sure in his faith, displaying a relaxed confidence that can put even the shyest person at ease. He was raised Catholic in Bradford, PA. One of six children, he loved camping and hiking in his rural community, and begged his father for a horse. He was told he could have one as long as he paid for it, so the young Rick Lesser sold 144 brooms as a teenager door to door to raise the money. “I’m not sure my father was happy that I succeeded,” he laughed.

See Ordained at 60 pg. 23

Mark Haworth, left, and Sonny Bonacio pause in The Grove’s nearly completed “great room,” formerly the Neumann chapel, where residents can relax, congregate, and utilize a computer center. Photo by MarkBolles.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — An historic home for retired priests will soon be welcoming active seniors 55 and older who are seeking an upscale, independent lifestyle.

The former St. John Neumann Residence, adjacent to St. Clement’s Church at 233 Lake Avenue, is nearing completion of its transformation into The Grove at Neumann, a luxury residential community See Sneak Peak pg. 8

Scotties Soccer off to Red-Hot Start!

Featured Stories

Showcase of Homes WINNERS See pg. 17

Weekend Festivals

See pg. 25, 29

Inside TODAY

by Arhur Gonick Saratoga TODAY

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BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa boy’s soccer varsity team has served notice that they intend to be a force this season.

“We’ve got 23 seniors on our roster, it’s very deep.” Coach Garry Preece said. “They’ve got a very high skill level, and, because they have played so much together, a very good level of communication with each other.”

Indeed, crisp passing and a stout defense, anchored by goalie Rylie Hall, have been hallmarks of their play

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See Scotties Soccer pg. 12 Midfielder Griffen MacWatters (L) and forward Colby Obrecht in action against Troy. Ballston Spa won this match 4-0 – the first of three consecutive shutouts. Photos by MarkBolles.com

Obituaries 6 Education

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Weekend Forecast FRIDAY

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Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

Man on the Street Where is your favorite place to visit in autumn to see the changing of the leaves?

Kathy Mulvaney, from Moravia “The Adirondacks, particularly Old Forge.”

Jonathan Brunner, from Saratoga Springs “Right here in Saratoga.

Congress Park.”

Kevin Kenyon, from Albany “Western Massachusetts, around Springfield College.”

Steve Mulvaney, from Moravia “The Finger Lakes.”

Layah Adler, from Saratoga Springs “Bennington, Vermont. Specifically the drive there, it’s super beautiful.”

Andrew Clark, from Rock City Falls “Kancamagus Highway in New Hampshire.”

Julia Kusnier, from Lake Luzerne “I recently hiked Algonquin, one of the high peaks in Lake Placid. The changing leaves there were beautiful.”

Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

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Saratoga Peace Week SARATOGA SPRINGS — While the world celebrates the UN International Day of Peace on September 21, Saratoga is celebrating all week long, during the sixth annual Saratoga Peace Week. From Sunday, September 20 to Saturday, September 26, Saratoga will celebrate peace with numerous events, including live music, art exhibits, charity events and much more. The events, listed below, are free, unless otherwise noted.

Peace Week Schedule: September 20 Peace Fair at PNEC Church – 12 to 4 p.m.

Jerry Greenfield, co-founder of Ben & Jerry’s, will kick off the fair at noon with free “Save our Swirled” ice cream.

The Walkabout Clearwater Chorus will be performing. There will be over 50 exhibitors, Fair Trade and food vendors, as well as complementary Peace Cake for all. Donations of canned food or toiletries will graciously be accepted

by Veterans for Peace.

September 21 Iraqi Refugee Art Exhibit – 4 to 7 p.m. at Senior Center of Saratoga Presented by Mel Lehman from Common

Humanity, an organization seeking to build understanding, respect and friendship with the Arab and Muslim world.

There will be refreshments and music by the Danny Pravder Trio.

September 22 Artists in Exile: Iraq and Gaza – 7 to 9 p.m. at Mango Tree Imports Provided by Common Humanity, the focus of this exhibit is teen art from Gaza. At 7:30 p.m. there will be a presentation by Rachelle Friesen, past Peace Program Coordinator in Gaza.

Refreshments will be served.

Peace Week Story Art – 2 to 2:30 p.m. at The Children’s Museum at Saratoga Peace-themed story and art project.

Free with museum admission.

Toussaint Liberator and his 10 year old daughter will provide original and traditional music. There will also be a fashion show for Dress a Girl Project.

September 24

Closing Ceremony – 7 to 8 p.m. at the Ndakinna Educational Center

Open Mic for Peace – 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Caffè Lena Sing a peace-related song and receive a special peace button. Or, sit back and listen to the music of others.

September 25

Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War – 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Northshire Bookstore.

Meet author Steve Sheinkin, whose book follows Ellsberg’s journey from Pentagon insider to anti-war activist, who risks his freedom to leak the Pentagon Papers.

A Small Act (Film) – 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Emerson Auditorium at Skidmore Presented by the African Heritage Awareness Club at Skidmore College, this film tells the story of a young Kenyan whose life changes drastically when his education is sponsored by a Swedish stranger. Years later, he founds a scholarship program to replicate the kindness he once received.

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September 26

Taking Flight: From War Orphan to Star Ballerina – 6:30 to 8 p.m. at National Museum of Dance Book signing from co-author, Elaine DePrince. Orphaned in Sierra Leone, Michaela DePrince, with the help of her adopted family, overcomes incredible odds to achieve her dreams.

Dress a Girl Service Project – 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Saratoga Public Library Children and adults can accessorize simple dresses that will be sent to orphan girls in Africa. Free lunch at noon.

Toussaint Liberator (Live Music) – 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Saratoga Public Library

A closing Sacred Fire Ceremony to deepen connections, release obstacles and open to the unlimited possibilities for peace in our world. Led by Shari Parslow, a shamanic practitioner.

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WEEK IN REVIEW

9/11 Remembered

Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

Stewart’s Shops, Dake Family Give $250k to The Snuggery

Photo by Sharon Castro

Saratoga Springs remembers the fallen at the September 11th Remembrance Ceremony at the “Tempered

by Memory” Sculpture in High Rock Park. Photo by MarkBolles.com.

Primary Election Results SARATOGA COUNTY — Incumbent Christian Mathiesen took the Democratic primary for Saratoga Springs Commissioner of Public Safety on Thursday with 549 votes to challenger Sarah Burger’s 300 votes.

The top two vote-getters for the Milton Town Council Republican primary were Barbara Kerr (421 votes) and Benny Zlotnick, Jr. (338 votes). Anna Stanko received 312 votes.

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The Hadley Town Supervisor Republican primary went to Arther Wright with 273 votes to Andrew Bovee’s 61 votes.

For the Malta Town Council Republican primary, the top two were Craig Warner (492 votes) and Timothy Dunn (474 votes).

Neither incumbant will be returning: Peter Klotz, Sr. earned 248 votes and Tara Thomas earned 182 votes.

There were 31 write-ins for the Malta Town Council Conservative primary.

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GLENS FALLS — Over the past 30 years, The Snuggery at Glens Falls Hospital has welcomed more than 40,000 babies. Today, The Snuggery was the recipient of a special delivery of its own.

In celebration of The Snuggery’s 30th “BIRTHday”, a representative of Stewart’s Shops and the Dake family presented Glens

Falls Hospital with a $250,000 gift to help The Snuggery continue to enhance its commitment to family-centered maternity care through improvements to the facility. In making the presentation, Stewart’s Shops Senior Vice President David Caruso noted that his daughter Morgan, was born at The Snuggery in 1985 and welcomed her son, Austin, there in 2014.

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CONVICTIONS

ARRESTS

Adam G. Warne, 21, of Clifton Park, pled to the charge of felony attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance in the third degree, on September 9. Sentencing is scheduled for November 2.

Dustin R. Baylis, 27, of Ballston Spa, was arrested on August 31 and charged with assault in the third degree and reckless endangerment in the second degree.

John A. Harris, 63, of Ballston Spa, pled to the charge of felony driving while intoxicated, on September 14. Sentencing is scheduled for November 9.

Douglas A. Muller, 48, of Malta, pled to the charge of felony driving while intoxicated, on September 14. Sentencing is scheduled for December 2.

Michael J. Wescott, 29, of Queensbury, was sentenced to 5 years probation on the charge of felony driving while intoxicated, on September 14.

Jeffrey S. Dorvee, 44, of Fort Edward, was sentenced to 6 months jail and 5 years probation on the charge of felony driving while intoxicated, on September 14.

Richard Brake, 21, of Greenfield, was sentenced to 2 years in prison and 1 ½ years postrelease supervision on the charge of felony attempted criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree, on September 14.

Philip D. Harrington, 54, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested on August 31 and charged with assault in the third degree.

Kayla. L Cubello, 24, of Waterford, was arrested on September 1 and charged with reckless driving, passing a red signal light, and speeding in a posted zone.

Bryon Tilley-Chattoo, 23, of Troy, was arrested on September 1 and charged with criminal trespass in the third degree.

Jordan Ray VanBuskirk, 24, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested on September 1 and charged with felony promotion of prison contraband in the first degree.

Wilber E. Grant, 75, of Ballston Spa, was arrested on September 1 and charged with unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, driving while intoxicated, reckless driving, passing a red signal light, failure to keep right, and improper lane use.

Wonshig Shin, 42, of South Korea, was arrested on September 2 and charged with driving while intoxicated.

BLOTTER 5 Douglas L. Rust, 47, was arrested on September 2 and charged with driving while intoxicated, aggravated driving while intoxicated, reckless driving, improper lane use, and driving the wrong way on a one-way street.

Michael J. Luzzi, 45, of Floral Park, was arrested on September 3 and charged with felony criminal mischief in the third degree, felony strangulation in the second degree, assault in the third degree, and endangering the welfare of a child.

Brian E. Waltz, 44, of Cincinnati, OH, was arrested on September 3 and charged with speeding in a posted zone, driving while intoxicated, and driving with a BAC greater than .08%.

Leslie M. Tripp, 35, of Bucklin, MO, was arrested of September 4 and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the third degree and an expired inspection certificate.

Claude V. Campbell, 26, of Clifton Park, was arrested on September 4 and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the third degree, and improper lane use.

Grace E. Dolen, 23, was arrested on September 5 and charged with grand larceny in the fourth degree, 5 counts of petit larceny, criminal possession of a hypodermic instrument, criminal possession of stolen property in the fifth degree, driving the wrong way on a one-way street, and an equipment violation.

Jeffrey D. Place, 21, was arrested on September 5 and charged with 3 counts of the following: Assault in the third degree, criminal mischief in the third degree, criminal mischief in the fourth degree, and resisting arrest.

Prostitution Sting in City Nabs Four SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs Police Department reported that, as a result of a “prostitution sting” during the evening hours of Friday, September 4, four arrests were made. Arrested for prostitution were: Sarah N. Maguire, 20, of Glens Falls, Nikeya A Motley, 29, of Rensselaer. Motley was also charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree, and unlawful possession of marijuana, Valentina M. Centra, 32, of Albany. Centra was also charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree, Angelette T. King, 26, of Schenectady.

The Saratoga Springs Police Department was assisted the New York State Police and members of the Albany based FBI Child Exploitation Task Force – the purpose of this action was to identify/ address prostitution issues within the city and, if needed, address any child exploitation involved with this local enforcement. In this case, no child exploitation was discovered.

6 Victor Barraclough SARATOGA SPRINGS — Victor Blain Barraclough, 69, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at Saratoga Hospital, with his wife by his side.

Victor was born on May 2, 1946 in Toronto, Canada to Roy and Myma (Anderson) Barraclough. After graduating from high school in Fair Lawn, NJ, Vic served 3 years in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Following an honorable discharge, he attended Nursing School where he met and married Carol Ann Bolcar in 1972. Together, the newlyweds moved to Rochester, MN for Vic to attend Anesthesia School at the Mayo Clinic. In 1976, he became a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. Vic and Carol then moved back east to Roxbury, NY, where they began their professions and their family.

Victor served as a dedicated medical professional for thirty-two years at Margaretville Memorial Hospital, in Margaretville, NY. He also provided anesthesia at O’Connor Hospital in Delhi, NY, and Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton, NY. Throughout this time he was an active member of the community, serving on the Roxbury School Board, the Roxbury Rotary, and as a member of American Legion, Ralph S. Ives Post 1785.

In 2008, Vic and Carol moved to Saratoga Springs where they built a new home near their children and grandchildren.

After joining the Anesthesia Group of Albany, Vic practiced anesthesia primarily at Saratoga Hospital and the Saratoga Surgery Center.

Vic devoted his life to his family, friends, colleagues, and the people in the communities he served. He loved his home, the outdoors, boating, fishing, and spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. Vic touched the lives of everyone he met; he will be sorely missed by the countless people who knew and loved him.

Victor is survived by his wife, Carol; his son, Daniel and daughter-in-law, Kathy; his son, Brian and daughter-in-law, Nancy and his grandchildren, Taylor Violet, Shane Victor, Dean William, Emma Ann, and Harper Victoria.

Relatives and friends gathered to pay their respects on Sunday, September 13, 2015 at the William J. Burke & Sons/ Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of Saratoga Springs and concluded with an evening prayer service led by Rev. Martin Fisher. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated by Rev. Timothy F. Keating, C.Ss.R. on Monday, September 14, 2015 at St. Clements Roman Catholic Church, 231 Lake Avenue, also in Saratoga Springs.

Burial with military honors immediately followed at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Rd., in Schuylerville.

Victor’s family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Francis Schimanskey SARATOGA SPRINGS — Francis “Frank” H. Schimanskey, 90, a longtime resident of Saratoga Springs, died Saturday, September 5, 2015.

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OBITUARIES He was born in Hartford, CT on September 30, 1924, a son of Walter and Edith Kingwell Schimanskey, and was a World War II veteran who enlisted with the United States Navy in 1942 at the age of 18. He served during the war as a Pharmacist’s Mate, First Class aboard USS Franklin D. Roosevelt aircraft carrier, part of the Sixth Fleet in the Mediterranean Sea. He married Mary E. Peavy of North Carolina in June of 1945, and in 1948 he left the Navy as a Chief Hospital Corpsman.

After leaving the Navy, Frank and Mary settled in Connecticut and started a family. They later relocated to Saratoga Springs, where he worked for Espey Manufacturing & Electronics Corporation. He also worked for the NYRA for 35 years until his retirement at the age of 80. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion Adirondack Post #70 where he served as Commander from 1966 to 1967. He was also a lifetime member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles #2586 of Saratoga Springs.

Frank was a humble, loyal, generous, hardworking man who lived life simply. He possessed all of the traits of a member of our Greatest Generation. He is survived by his sister Theresa Hamed of Danbury, CT; his five children: Sandra C. Schimanskey of Nottingham, MD; Joseph W. Schimanskey of Florida; Susan L. Swift of Worcester, MA; Nancy M. Knefel of Nottingham, MD; DeeDee A. Cigan of Severna Park, MD; six grandsons; three granddaughters, four great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Joseph Schimanskey, John Schimanskey, Lillian Anderson and Walter Schimanskey.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, September 24 at 11:00 a.m. at the Tunison Funeral Home, 105 Lake Avenue in Saratoga Springs, followed by a graveside service at the Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville.

Ruby K. Francisco SARATOGA SPRINGS — Ruby K. Francisco, age 64, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2015 at Saratoga Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on September 4, 1951 in Schenectady to Conrad Dorau Sr. and Vivian Sherette.

Ruby graduated from Scotia Glenville High School, class of 1969.

Ruby was a cashier for Woolworth in Saratoga Springs for many years.

Ruby enjoyed spending time with her friends, but she was especially fond of spending time with her family. Ruby was a kind, loving and a warm person who will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She loved playing cards, collecting stuffed animals, doing crossword puzzles.

She is survived by her son; Vern Francisco (Sherri), daughter; Melissa Francisco, brother; Conrad Dorau Jr., special friend Carl Degrasse, many friends, relatives and adopted kids, grandchildren Amanda Green, Justin Green, Kiaya Perry (Justin), great-grandchildren; Jasmine Decker, Jordan Denning.

Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015 She is preceded in death by her parents and great-grandchild Autumn Decker.

A funeral service in honor of Ruby was held on Thursday, September 17, 2015 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave., (Rte 9 and/or Marion Ave), in Saratoga Springs.

Calling hours were held on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at the funeral home.

Richard Markowski SARATOGA SPRINGS — Richard Markowski died on September 11, 2015 surrounded by his loving family.

Mr. Markowski was born in Allendorf, Germany on February 7, 1948 to John and Irene Markowski. At the age of five, Richard and his family moved to Brooklyn, NY where he attended St. Francis Prep. The family later moved to Rutherford, NJ, where he graduated from Rutherford High School in 1965.

Richard proudly served his country as a Marine in the Vietnam War. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and the Rifle Expert Badge for his honorable service.

Mr. Markowski went on to become the owner of Advanced Alarm Systems in Saratoga Springs. Richard enjoyed camping in the Adirondacks, reading, fishing and singing with his friends. Mr. Markowski also served as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Richard is survived by his daughters, Shannon Markowski (Saratoga Springs), Alanna Markowski (Saratoga Springs), Amanda Markowski (New York City); ex-wife, Alice Duffney (Greenfield Center); sisters, Maya Johnson, Halina Graf, Dolores Schumann; grandchildren Lachlan Stokle and Lyran Stokle; and childhood best friend, Jimmy Cahill.

Calling hours were held at the Tunison Funeral Home, 105 Lake Ave., in Saratoga Springs, on Thursday, September 17. Burial will take place with full military honors on Friday, September 18 at 11 a.m., at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Saratoga County Animal Shelter or ASPCA.

Anita Jaenisch SARATOGA SPRINGS — Anita Jaenisch, 92, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 4, 2015 at Wesley Health Care Center.

Born to Joseph Adelard Albert and Marie Delina Beaulieu Albert on February 8, 1923 in Edmundston, New Brunswick, Canada, she was an active member of the Saratoga Springs community since 1969.

Anita married her husband of 59 years, Robert Jaenisch in Keene, NY. She loved to garden, ice skate, cook, knit, play cards, and read. Anita gave of herself in numerous ways to the people and community of Saratoga Springs. She was a hostess for the Welcome Wagon of Saratoga Springs where she greeted new families to the community. Anita was a member of the Saratoga Hospital Guild and worked for many years in the gift shop at the hospital. In addition, she serviced the guild and worked at the original thrift shop and later Treasures Boutique under the guild. She volunteered at the Mollie Wilmot Radiation Oncology Center for several years, providing comfort and support to patients and their families. Anita was a member of The Ladies of Charity and volunteered for Meals on Wheels; she was a longtime member of The Heritage Garden Club of Saratoga Springs. She was a lifelong member of the Catholic Church who possessed a wealth of compassion and extraordinary service to all who knew her.

Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015 Survivors include her husband, Robert of Saratoga Springs; son John Jaenisch of Pensacola, FL; daughter Yvonne Jaenisch and her husband Harday King of Murfreesboro, TN; granddaughter Marissa King-Davis (Chris) of Kobe, Japan; grandson Jeremy B. King of West Minster, CO; her sisters Hilda Cyr of Madawaska, ME and Sylva Jessome of Edmundston, New Brunswick as well as numerous close friends and neighbors within the community.

At Anita’s request, an anatomical gift was made to Albany Medical College.

Friends and relatives gathered at The Church of Saint Peter in Saratoga Springs on Friday, Sept. 11, 2015 to celebrate the life of Anita Jaenisch.

Anita’s family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Mollie Wilmot Radiation Oncology Center at Saratoga Hospital, 211 Church St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 and Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Diane Hart-Henley NISKAYUNA — Diane Hart-Henley passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 surrounded by her loved ones.

Diane was the first-born child of Raymond C. and Laura Seeber Hart. She was born in Norwich, NY on January 13, 1952. She graduated from Norwich High in 1970 and became an LPN at SUNY Morrisville before earning a BA in Special Education at Syracuse University. It was at Syracuse University where she met and later married the love of her life, John Henley.

Diane was happiest when caring for her family. She also found joy in gardening and in restoring antiques. She was passionate about historic preservation and community improvement to which she contributed everywhere she lived, particularly in Moravia, Skaneateles, Dewitt and most recently in Niskayuna. She was known to be a perfectionist in her many endeavors, and would credit her father for her perseverance.

Early on, her compassion for special needs children manifested itself first at Fairmount Children’s Center, then at Jowonio School and later on at the Fayetteville-Manlius School District.

Diane is mother to three children, Tania Ann Holbein of Unionville, PA, Paul Martin Henley of Syracuse, and Alex Charles Henley of Niskayuna.

She will be missed by her husband John; her mother Laura Seeber Hart; her beloved King Charles Spaniel Charles Edward Henley; her five siblings, Raymond (Duffy) Hart, Alison Hart Hamje, Valerie Hart Thompson, Doreen Hart Stoquert and Christine Hart Mesick. She also is survived by three grandchildren, Jordan and Mikaela Hamje and Sophia Holbein; a great-grandson Liam Hamje and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends gathered in her honor on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of

OBITUARIES 7 Saratoga Springs with a funeral service held immediately thereafter.

Burial was be private at the convenience of the family.

Donations in Diane’s honor may be made to LifeSong, Inc., 1536 Crescent Rd., Clifton Park, NY 12065.

Neal N. Galvin SARATOGA SPRINGS — Neal N. Galvin passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at the age of 82.

He was born in Chicago, IL, where he was raised by his parents, Catherine and Clarence Doran.

Neal enlisted in the Air Force at 18 and served honorably for 4 years. While stationed in Saratoga, he met and married the love of his life, Sandra LaFarr. They were married for almost 60 years and lived and raised their five children in Saratoga Springs.

In 1965 Neal started work at Callanan Industries, as a time keeper. Over 30 years later he retired from that same company as President and CEO. He then held the position of Chairman of the New York State Materials group for the multi-national corporation, Oldcastle.

After retiring again, he was appointed by then Governor Pataki to serve a 6-year-term as a Commissioner on the New York State Public Service Commission.

While Neal was involved with many charitable organizations, he was most proud of serving as the Chairman

of the Walk for the Cure for Juvenile Diabetes.

He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and friend who was always there to provide for and care for those lucky enough to have found their way into his life.

Survivors include his wife of nearly 60 years, Sandra (LaFarr) Galvin and his five children, Cindy (David) Aloisi, Catherine James, Neal (Stacie) Galvin, Kimberly (Brian) Janelle and Mark Galvin. He was a loving grandfather to his seven grandkids, one greatgrandson and several nieces and nephews. In addition, Neal is survived by one brother, Don Doran and one sister, Dawn Doran.

Relatives and friends gathered in his name on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015 at the William J. Burke & Sons/ Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of Saratoga Springs.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m., Friday, Sept. 18, 2015 at St. Clement’s Church, 231 Lake Ave. in Saratoga Springs and burial with military honors will follow in the family plot at St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave., also in Saratoga Springs.

A special heartfelt thank you is extended to Doctor Amy Hogan-Moulton and her staff as well as the staff at the Rubin Dialysis Center. Their kindness and care will never be forgotten.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, 6 Greenwood Dr., East Greenbush, NY 12061 or any Veteran’s Organization.

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NEWS

Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

Sneak Peek Into The Grove

continued from front page featuring 76 apartment homes.

The Grove was the brainchild of developer Sonny Bonacio and financial partner, Mark Haworth.

They took the 99-year old building on 11.2 acres that had been sitting on the market for over seven years and poured their vision into it, investing in serious asbestos abatement and restoring original pieces such as doors and hardware.

“I’m a historian by training,” said Haworth, “and interested in

old things. I treasure them, and we worked hard with the city to protect as much of the history as possible.”

The chapel ceiling and original casement windows are beautifully complete but for the stained glass, which Bonacio says was gone long before he purchased the property. “We’re respecting the chapel and repurposing it as a gathering community space with a computer area and business center with WiFi,” he said.

Upwards of 400 people worked on the project, sometimes as many

as 94 a day. Nearly 30 units have already been rented, and residents can begin moving in toward the end of October.

“We’re very pleased that we could save the building,” said Bonacio, “especially given all the asbestos issues. It’s been updated to 2015 insulation code, there’s forced air heat and air conditioning, triple the normal sound insulation between floors, four elevators, and all high-end specs for the Saratoga Springs resident.”

Amenities include an indoor pool, fitness center, on-site Café to Go, concierge and shuttle services, 24/7 emergency maintenance, maintenance-free living, stainless steel kitchen appliances, granite countertops, glass cooktop stoves, a full size washer and dryer in each apartment, community gardens, a game room, movie theater, saloon, hair salon, dry cleaning services, an activities director, and a library with original doors that overlooks the great room in the chapel. Some units have gas fireplaces. Pets are welcome. For more information, call 518-729-8705 or visit TheGroveAtNeumann.com.

Photos by MarkBolles.com

Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

NEWS 9

Pros and Cons Weighed on Golf Resort

Letters condensed for space. Read full letters at SaratogaTODAYonline.com.

by Norra Reyes Saratoga TODAY

No to Golf Resort

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs City Council meeting Tuesday September 15 was packed with supporters and opponents of a proposed expansion of Saratoga National Golf Course to become a five-star golf resort, all ready to speak at the public hearing on the topic.

The Planning Board had approved amendment language for the Council to consider at the meeting, however Saratoga National put forth an additional last-minute modification to the language that morning.

Michael Toohey, attorney for Saratoga National, stated at the beginning of the evening’s public hearing to explain the additional modification, saying its goal was to recognize the concerns of citizens seeking to protect the conservation easement.

The Council decided to review the proposed change and vote at

the next meeting whether or not to send the new language to the Planning Board for review. Should that happen, the Council would hold another public hearing.

The original hearing was held as planned, and comments ranged widely from watershed concerns to a suggestion that the vote delay was orchestrated for campaign purposes.

Saratoga Springs resident and attorney Theresa Capozzola expressed a concern echoed by many at the hearing that the project goes against the recently passed Comprehensive Plan. “How many times have we heard that denser and bigger and taller downtown is needed in order to preserve our greenbelt?” she said. “No hotels in the greenbelt.

That was the compromise.”

The slippery-slope theme was reiterated among approximately half of the speakers, concerned that permitting high-density development in low density areas opens up continued

Saratoga Springs Mayor Joanne Yepsen, left, hosted a grand opening of her reelection campaign headquarters on Wednesday September 16 at 38 High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Also pictured are County Supervisor Peter Martin and Democratic Committee Member Joy King. Additionally, the campaign launched a three-day food drive for local food pantries. Photo provided.

encroachment on green space, expressing mingled doubt and hope in the Council’s ability to stand firm against developers. The other half of speakers, however, were quite positive that a five-star golf resort would be an incredible boon to the future of the city, for downtown businesses, and for community residents.

“I don’t think people realize that Saratoga National has the right to sell part of the property to a developer like me and I could build 40 homes there,” said Sam Palazzole, a partner with Saratoga Builders, the next day. “Instead, they are proposing a destination golf resort that will provide Saratoga Springs with a tremendous increase in tax revenue without any burden on schools, or roads, or other costs the city would incur if I were to build 40 homes. It astonishes me that people are not embracing this. It’s cost-free incremental tax revenue, which could potentially lower taxes and will certainly bring additional business downtown, as well as preserve green space in a way that those 40 homes couldn’t.”

Peter Tavares, vice president of golf services at Saratoga National, took a moment to thank the city and community. “We wouldn’t be here without you,” he said. “We’re thankful for all these relationships, and how we have flourished.

We’re now in the top 10 golf shops in the country, and we’re very proud of that. We want these partnerships to continue. We want to build something great and hope you’ll see this through.”

Saratoga National Golf Course is back pushing the City Council to vote to grant them the ability to expand into a full-fledged resort.

When SNGC applied for permission to build their course back in 1998, they made a number of commitments to the city that were codified in their original Special Use Permit. They agreed to build two nature trails available to the public on their land. Emphasizing at the time their proposal’s minimal impact on the conservation district, they agreed to limit themselves to only three large functions a year. SNGC has failed to abide by either of these commitments.

Given their poor history of keeping their commitments to keep their development in tune with the Conservation District’s goal, imagine what will happen if members of the City Council allow them to become a resort.

John Kaufmann Saratoga Springs

Support for Safford Please give your support to John Safford in his run for Mayor of Saratoga. I have never known a more honest and candid person than John Safford.

John is a former intelligence officer of the US Army, for whom I have great respect, and am proud to be his friend. John is running for Mayor of Saratoga, and I wholeheartedly endorse him for that office.

To get the word out, John has knocked on over 3,200 doors in Saratoga, and he tells me he enjoys it, having gotten the opportunity to talk to scores of people about why he is running for office and the issues that Saratoga is facing. If John happens to knock on your door, please take the opportunity to talk with him. You will never meet a more likeable and gracious man than John Safford.

Rev. David Bauscher

Cambridge, NY

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BUSINESS

Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

The Return of Multi-Generation Housing Photos by Eli King

The lower level of 250 Taurus Road, which has interior and exterior entry, a bedroom, bathroom, living area, covered porch, and can accommodate a kitchenette.

by Eli King for Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA COUNTY — From Baby Boomers to “Boomerangs,” the multi-generational housing trend is making a comeback, with local and national builders responding to the growing demand for housing the modern family.

“Two and three generations living separately, sharing lives and expenses under one roof is practical,

affordable,” explains Anthony Vaccarielli, who owns Schuyler Builders. He is marketing the multigenerational housing concept in Saratoga County, with lots available in Saratoga Springs, Wilton, Clifton Park and Halfmoon. His spec house, located at 250 Taurus Road in Niskayuna, was designed for multigenerational use and features a 2,100 square-foot, split-design home with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, hookups for a second kitchenette on the lower

Schuyler Homes’ spec house from the driveway - a modern multi-generational home in a residential Niskayuna neighborhood.

level, double covered porches and wheelchair accessibility.

Multi-generational households occur when two or more generations share a residence - and in many cases household responsibilities and costs as well. The arrangement, which has cycled in and out of popularity in the United States since the mid-nineteenth century, was especially popular among agricultural families, as a way for aging parents to maintain working farms with the help of their children and grandchildren.

According to the Historical Census Project at the Minnesota Population Center, 70 percent of adults over 65 lived with their children in 1850. But as economic progress continued and steam

transportation became more widespread, young people began venturing to cities for work, and the multi-generational trend steadily declined. Its popularity piqued again from the 1920’s - 40’s before trending downwards to less than 15 percent in 1990.

Historically speaking, the city of Saratoga Springs and its surrounding areas have many natural characteristics to support a resurgence in multigenerational living patterns. As a city in the country, Saratoga’s heritage of “health, history and horses” make it a very attractive residential area - especially among people over the age of 50, who represent a growing demographic in the area. Add to that the fact that Saratoga County consistently

has one of the highest growth rates in the northeast, and it is easy to see why builders might be so opportunistic about seeing a multi-generational renaissance in Saratoga’s future.

Today, approximately 18 percent of Americans live in some form of multi-generational housing.

Baby Boomers and “Boomerangs” (Millennials who moved back home) are two groups contributing to the recent resurgence of the trend, with co-housing being a mutually beneficial solution for the aging Boomers and financially unstable Boomerangs.

The idea of young potential homeowners sacrificing independence to live with family can present a marketing challenge for the industry, but the benefits are attractive. Costs of homeownership expenses and utilities can be consolidated and divided in shared living. A higher combined income allows for improved quality of life, and the potential savings on caregiving services are huge. Annual child care costs, according to the Census Bureau are around $7,400 and assisted living an astounding $45,800 per year on average.

Vaccarielli said he has noticed a significant increase in searches for multi-generational style features, such as in-law suites, separate entrances, and wide, open floor plans. Similar features are being offered by national homebuilders like Lennar, who introduced a dedicated brand of “NextGen” homes, featuring a “home within a home” concept for added privacy.

“We build different,” says Vaccarielli. “We’ve designed these homes to encourage family bonding in the 21st century.”

For more information on Schuyler Builders or to schedule a tour of the spec home, visit www.

SchuylerBuilders.com.

Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

Hayes Picked to Lead Animal Shelter MILTON — The Saratoga County board of Supervisors hired Jason Hayes to run the Saratoga County Animal Shelter in Milton beginning September 25.

Hayes most recently served as a manager at the Hudson Mohawk Humane Society and will be filling the vacancy left by Deborah Oligny’s resignation last June.

largest animal protection agency in New York’s Capital Region and serves as the SPCA for Albany and Rensselaer Counties, investigating and prosecuting cases of animal cruelty. The Society receives no local, state or federal government funding, nor does it receive funding from any national groups such as ASPCA or Humane Society of the United States. For more information, contact (518) 434-8128 or visit www.mohawkhumane.org

Humane Society Grand Opening

Local Biz Seeks Votes for Super Bowl Contest

WILTON — The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society hosted a Grand Opening of its new facility located at 4255 Route 50 in Wilton at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 18. The former H.O.P.E. facility site is managed by Jeanette Sparks and is under the medical direction of Julie Whipple, DVM. This expansion will serve Saratoga, Washington, Warren and other counties through adoption events, low-cost spay and neuter and microchipping programs, cat fostering, and adoption programs.

Founded in 1887, the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society is the

ROUND LAKE — Death Wish Coffee Company, based in Round Lake, is one of 10 finalists in an online competition, sponsored by software company Intuit Quickbooks®, vying for a 30 second commercial spot, which will air on Sunday, February 7, during the Super Bowl.

The small business known for producing the “World’s Strongest Coffee” is up against some pretty impressive players, competing for air time during football’s biggest game in the “Small Business Big Game” contest.

BUSINESS BRIEFS 11 Death Wish Coffee fans are being asked to cast their votes daily and to spread the word as much as possible between now and November 3. Look for Death Wish Coffee Company in the list of 10 finalists at SmallBusinessBigGame. com. The social media campaign hashtag is #iwantmydeathwish.

Owner and creator Mike Brown first came up with idea of Death Wish Coffee about 4 years ago while working in his coffee house, Saratoga Coffee Traders, in Saratoga Springs. Customers kept demanding the strongest coffee he had, motivating him to come up with a brew like no other.

Through a special roasting process, a lot of experimentation and the perfect blend of beans, Brown and his staff believe they’ve officially created the world’s strongest coffee—and now they’re hoping to tell the masses about it by winning this contest.

Brown said, “We’ve definitely got an amazing fan base already, and we’re so thankful, but obviously winning a chance to run a spot during sports’ biggest game would be the chance of a lifetime for our business.”

D’Orazio and Peterson Selected to Super Lawyers SARATOGA SPRINGS — Scott M. Peterson and Giovanna A. D’Orazio, partners of D’Orazio Peterson LLP, a Plaintiff ’s Employment and Serious Injury law firm, have been selected to the 2015 Upstate New York Super Lawyers List in the field of Plaintiff ’s Litigation. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor.

The Super Lawyers lists are published nationwide in Super Lawyers Magazines and in leading city and regional magazines and newspapers across the country.

Super Lawyers Magazines also feature editorial profiles of attorneys who embody excellence in the practice of law.

For more information about D’Orazio Peterson LLP, visit doraziopeterson.com.

Alzheimer’s-Friendly Business Program SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Home Instead Senior Care office

serving Saratoga is launching a new campaign designed to make the community more Alzheimer’s friendly. Through the Alzheimer’s Friendly BusinessSM program, the Home Instead Senior Care office will provide free training to local businesses to help equip employees with information and resources needed to welcome families who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease.

Local businesses can work directly with the local Home Instead Senior Care office to coordinate an in-person training. An interactive, online version of the training also is available at AlzheimersFriendlyBusiness. com. Once the training is successfully completed, businesses will receive a window cling with the Alzheimer’s Friendly Business designation. The designation will be valid for two years.

For more information about the Home Instead Senior Care network’s Alzheimer’s Friendly Business program and to access additional resources, please visit AlzheimersFriendlyBusiness.com or call 518 580-1042.

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Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

Scotties Soccer off to Red-Hot Start!

Continued from front page this season. Heading into Thursday’s matchup with Shenendehowa, the Scotties are undefeated, with a record of 7-0-1, with seven straight victories and three consecutive shutouts: Versus Troy (4-0) on September 10, at Columbia (5-0) on September 12, and a 1-0 shutout versus Colonie on September 15.

Coach Preece described the match against Colonie as “… a big win. Colonie has 17 seniors on their roster, and one of the top goalies in section 2, as well as other top prospects. It was a tough battle, a very physical game.”

“It showed that our kids are in great shape. That, combined with a deep roster, we were able to overcome having one of our top players

(Griffen MacWatters) sitting out for this one,” Coach Preece said The win over Colonie was the fourth shutout this season for Ballston Spa, and this does not include a scoreless tie that they had to begin the season against Shaker on August 27. Their first shutout (2-0) of the season was recorded at a September 1 match at Niskayuna.

Ballston Spa’s other victories were registered against Proctor of Utica (2-1) on September 1, Saratoga Springs (5-2), both at home, and a win (2-1) against Albany on September 8 at Bleeker Stadium.

Overall, the Scotties have scored 21 goals in their eight games to begin the season, while surrendering a paltry four!

Coach Preece declined to name any particular team that might present a challenge to Ballston Spa’s undefeated record, stating “there are many fine teams in the Suburban Council.” He did say that he was looking forward to the match against Bethlehem on Tuesday, October 6 under the lights (7 p.m. start) during Homecoming Week. But he left no doubt that he was proud of his squad and its future prospects. “I’m looking forward to a great season,” He said.

Ballston Spa’s Schuyler Mann gets by Troy High defender in home game on September 10. Photo by MarkBolles.com

Skidmore Names Head Lacrosse Coach SARATOGA SPRINGS — Skidmore College has appointed Dartmouth assistant Tucker Kear as head men’s lacrosse coach.

Prior to Dartmouth, he spent two years as the head coach at Bard College. Kear also served as the assistant coach at Union College from 2007-11, until he was named the associate head coach and recruiting coordinator. He helped lead the Dutchmen to their first Liberty League championship and NCAA Division III playoff bid in program history. He was part of the 2008 Liberty League Coaching Staff of the Year and was named the 2011 NCAA Division III Assistant Coach of the Year.

Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

BBQ for Saratoga Volleyball SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Sunday, September 20 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. the girls and boys Saratoga Springs High School volleyball team is having a barbecue fundraiser at Furlong’s Family Fun Good Food Ice Cream at 588 Lake Avenue. Pick up or eat at picnic tables: $10 for either a cheeseburger or 2 hot dogs, plus chips and a baked good. All proceeds benefit Saratoga Springs High School Volleyball.

Ride for Missing Kids at Malta Ave. Elementary BALLSTON SPA — On Friday, September 18, at 12:50 p.m., a team of cyclists will pause for lunch at Malta Avenue Elementary Schools on their one-day, 100-mile pedal to support the local work of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children in the Capital Region.

The unified team of riders, riding two-by-two, will be escorted by the New York State Police and local law enforcement of the jurisdictions through which they ride. The Ride stops at schools for educational Rest Stops, with “Silent Tributes” to missing children, recovered children, and fallen officers along the way.

The cyclists are projected to arrive at Malta Avenue at 12:50, meet

and greet with students, have lunch and depart at 1:20. For more information, visit http://rideformissingchildrengcd.com/about-the-ride-1.

Citizen Preparedness Training SARATOGA SPRINGS — Skidmore College is hosting a Citizen Preparedness Corps Training Program on Saturday, September 26 at 9:30 a.m. in the Gannett Auditorium.

Please feel free to share this invitation with any individuals who you think might want to attend. To register, people can sign up at: http://prepare. ny.gov/training-events.

Project Lift University Fundraiser Program to expand to additional schools SARATOGA SPRINGS — The 5th annual Project Lift University, presented by Informz, will be held on October 8 at 6:00 p.m. at Longfellows in Saratoga Springs.

This fundraising event is to benefit the Franklin Community Center’s Project Lift, which is a free after-school prevention program operated by Franklin Community Center that offers a safe, caring and structured environment for youth in grades 1-5. The program’s unique

EDUCATION BRIEFS 13 approach heightens children’s social and emotional competence, improves decision-making skills, offers lessons on the prevention of tobacco, drugs, alcohol and bullying, boosts self-esteem and helps strengthen the bond between child, family, school and community.

Families also receive other ancillary services offered by Franklin Community Center such as holiday assistance, summer camp scholarships, basic necessities and guidance.

Franklin Community Center is proud to announce the program will be expanded to include Dorothy Nolan and Caroline Street Elementary Schools this October and will be in all six of the local elementary schools beginning October 2016.

The fundraising evening on October 8 includes excellent food from Longfellows, live music by Jim Mastrianni and Kristen Renenhan, tarot card reading, open bar, a large silent auction and photo booth.

Additionally, there will be a live mission-based auction led by comedian Greg Aidala and a Pick Six Vodka tasting to round out the fun.

All proceeds will benefit Project Lift. Tickets are $75 for singles, $140 for couples, and $50 for 30 and under. They are on sale at www.franklincommunitycenter.org or by calling Franklin Community Center at 518-587-9826.

High school to offer PSAT on October 14 SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Springs High School will offer the PSAT at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, October 14. The PSAT is a practice exam sponsored by the College Board aimed predominately at juniors who plan to attend four-year colleges.

Since the PSAT is only given once a year, this is the only opportunity for juniors to take a practice, standardized exam similar to the SAT. PSAT registration will be held during the 9-12 Open House on Thursday, September 17, and continue in the counseling office beginning on Monday, September 21 through Friday, October 2.

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Showcase of Homes: Award Winning Builders Celebrate 20 Year Anniversary!

by Barry Potoker for Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA COUNTY — It is time once again for The 2015 Saratoga Showcase of Homes, the “Greatest Show in Town” each and every fall over three weekends. Now celebrating its 20th anniversary, it’s an event that is truly part of the regional fabric in our autumn season.

On behalf of the Saratoga Builders Association and the Showcase Committee, I’d like to thank all the generous sponsors and countless volunteers for their continued support. Special thanks to all our builders whose commitment to this show make this annual event a reality.

Lastly, we are so very grateful for the tremendous public support through ticket sales each and every year.

The 20th edition of this area’s premier home tour will once again be spectacular. We are excited and proud to present 12 new homes in Saratoga County from 11 awardwinning builders for your enjoyment. You’ll see the most innovative products, beautiful décor, professional craftsmanship and impeccable construction of each of these magnificent homes, inviting you through their doors.

It’s important to support the amazing builders we have in our region, and equally as important to support our charitable partners and the great work they do.

The Saratoga Builders Association has contributed nearly $900,000 to our local charities from this annual event, and this year will be no different. Proceeds from this year’s Showcase of Homes will benefit two worthwhile organizations:

Witt Construction

Rebuilding Together Saratoga County and Habitat for Humanity of Northern Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties.

Both of these groups help give back to the community through improving the homes and lives of those in need. Many families in our area would never realize their dreams of home ownership or improvement of their living conditions without the efforts of these two incredible organizations.

Don’t miss the 2015 Saratoga

Showcase of Homes TV Special airing on all three major networks beginning tomorrow. It will give you a sneak peek at the showcase homes along with exclusive interviews with all the builders. Check our website at www.saratogashowcaseofhomes.com for details on stations and times.

Where else can you visit 12 brand new homes over three beautiful fall weekends for just $20?

Enjoy the show . . . as usual, it is a not to be missed event this year!

Barry Potoker is the Executive Director of The Saratoga Builders Association. For more information

visit saratogabuilders.org and saratogashowcaseofhomes.com

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Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

Luke Michaels & Eric Willson

Dave DePaulo

John Witt

Sam Palazzole & Dan Barber

Geoffrey Brooks

Lance Orcutt

James Doyle

Gary Bordeau

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Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

2015 Showcase of Homes Awards CLASSIC HOMES CATEGORY Classic Home Runner Up - Landscaping McPadden Builders Brookside Nursery – Ian Murray Classic Home Winner - Landscaping The Michaels Group Peak Environmental Classic Home Runner Up – Workmanship The Michaels Group Classic Home Winner – Workmanship McPadden Builders Classic Home Runner-Up – Best Master Bath The Michaels Group Classic Home Winner – Best Master Bath McPadden Builders Classic Home Runner Up - Exterior Design Marini Homes Classic Home Winner - Exterior Design Bordeau Builders Classic Home Runner Up - Interior Decorating The Michaels Group LM Interiors – Laurie Michaels Cerrone Classic Home Winner - Interior Decorating

Classic Home Runner Up - Interior Floor Plan

Executive Home Winner - Interior Decorating

Luxury Home Winner – Workmanship

Luxury Home Winner - Interior Floor Plan

Bordeau Builders

Bella Home Builders Andrea Z.

Witt Construction

Witt Construction

Luxury Home Winner - Best Master Bath

Luxury Home Winner – Smart Living

Witt Construction

Witt Construction

Classic Home Winner - Interior Floor Plan The Michaels Group

Executive Home Runner Up - Best Kitchen

Classic Home Runner Up – Smart Living

Builder’s Kitchens - Andy Nolan

Bordeau Builders Classic Home Winner – Smart Living The Michaels Group

EXECUTIVE HOMES CATEGORY Executive Home Runner Up - Landscaping Bella Home Builders Executive Home Winner - Landscaping Belmonte Builders CPI Landscaping – Chris Gennoy Executive Home Runner Up – Workmanship Belmonte Builders Executive Home Winner – Workmanship Bella Home Builders Executive Home Runner-Up - Best Master Bath

Witt Construction

Classic Home Runner Up – Best Kitchen

Executive Home Winner - Exterior Design

The Michaels Group

Belmonte Builders

McPadden Builders Curtis Lumber – Heather Bodnaryk

Witt Construction

Luxury Home Winner - Interior Decorating

Realtor’s Choice CLASSIC Home McPadden Builders

Executive Home Runner Up - Interior Floor Plan

Witt Construction DeRocker Design Firm & West Associates

Witt Construction Executive Home Winner - Interior Floor Plan Belmonte Builders

Luxury Home Winner - Best Kitchen Witt Construction

Witt Construction Executive Home Winner – Smart Living Belmonte Builders

LUXURY HOMES CATEGORY Luxury Home Winner - Landscaping Witt Construction Mandy Spring Farm Nursery

Executive Home Runner Up - Interior Decorating Belmonte Builders Liberty Design Group – Chris Liberty Belmonte Builders

Realtor’s Choice EXECUTIVE Home Belmonte Builders Realtor’s Choice LUXURY Home Witt Construction

Executive Home Runner Up – Smart Living

Bella Home Builders

Monika Ohl

Classic Home Winner – Best Kitchen

Witt Construction

Executive Home Winner - Best Kitchen

Executive Home Winner - Best Master Bath

Executive Home Runner Up - Exterior Design

Luxury Home Winner - Exterior Design

REALTOR’S CHOICE AWARDS

Belmonte Builders

Marini Homes

Builder’s Kitchens – Nicole Childs

Bella Home Builders

McPadden Builders

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Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

Shining the Light on Solar Power

by David Delozier for Saratoga TODAY Solar panels seem to be popping up everywhere – on homes, businesses, on farmland and even vacant land.

So what is going on? Is this just a faddish trend or is there something more going on? It’s really all about

energy; more specifically, electricity, and saving money by producing that electricity directly from the sun shines on the planet every day.

Solar panels, known as “modules” in the industry, create electricity when sun releases electrons from the silicon wafers that are embedded in the module. Being able to capture that electricity and use it close to the source is far more efficient than having it delivered through long distance wires from a power plant far way. So in effect, solar power is local, decentralized power, and thus, is more cost effective for the consumer who can utilize it.

So, how do you know if solar power is right for you? Well, quite simply, you need the sun – on a roof surface that faces south – it does not have to be directly south, but should have at least 4-6 hours of insolation (sunshine opportunity) daily. A directly south facing roof is best, as

the sun is highest in the sky at noon.

East and West facing roofs are OK, preferably with at least some angle towards southeast or south west to get that critical 4 hour time span.

Shade from tall trees will affect solar output, so you really want to have as little shade as possible during this peak time. With our forested landscape, this may mean that some trees will have to be cut so that the solar “view” is optimized.

In New York, solar operates as “net-metering” with your utility, which simply means that the excess production gets a negative credit on the meter. The grid is your bank account, and you can draw the surplus from it at night time or on cloudy days or when snow covers the panels. A properly sized system can produce enough power to offset most if not all of your annual electric bill.

The question now is, do you own the system or lease it from a third party? There are pros and cons to both, and it depends on your specific needs wants as to what is best for you. Although lease programs are fairly new, they are responsible for the huge uptick in solar installations in the last couple of years.

Let’s take a look both options Ownership: Like anything you own, it’s yours, and you get the full benefit of ownership. The excess watts produced by the system are yours, and they can potentially negate your electric bill (the line connection charge remains). You must be able to afford the up front cost, or get a loan to pay for the investment. New York State still has an incentive pool

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that can discount about a third of the system cost, and there is a 25% state income tax credit and a 30% federal income tax credit available for those who have the “tax appetite,” or tax liability that can benefit from taking the credit (expires in 2016). Fully utilizing these tax credits and incentives, the ownership route can have a payback of the initial investment in as little as 7-8 years. After that, you are “golden” and can laugh at any electric rate increases! You are responsible for any maintenance of the system, but the good news is that solar panels are virtually maintenance free over their 25 year lifespan.

Leasing: Many companies have cropped up in recent years

offering “no money down” or “free installation” of a solar system. Now we all know we can’t get something for nothing, so what is the catch? The solar lease companies and their investor partners are the actual owners of the solar

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system, and you purchase the electricity that is generated from the system from them. In effect, the lease company is your new utility; the benefit is that the cost for the power is offered a price less than that from the grid utility – again,

the “local energy” being cheaper to produce. There are a myriad of

leasing options out there, and they typically use your credit score as a determinant factor. With a lease, you are buying the energy, not the solar panels, and there can be things like annual price escalators, transferability terms, default penalties, and buyout options that can make a good deal on the front end look not so good down the road.

Keep in mind that you are engaging in a long term contract – 20 years, and it is paramount that you read the fine print. Paying less for electricity is very attractive – just make sure that the terms and conditions are to your benefit and not just to the lease company.

If you’re lucky enough to have that shade free south facing roof, solar power is a wise investment that will pay dividends year after year.

The mantra that used to be “Save the Planet, Go Solar” is now “Save your budget, Go Solar!” Whether purchasing or leasing, solar power can make good financial sense, and provide some energy security into the future. And your neighbors should love you for it, because they get to use your excess production.

They are benefiting from your green energy power plant too!

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Property Transactions BALLSTON 279 Round Lake Rd., $410,000.

Aaron Palmer and Caryann Sculley sold property to Eric and Christin Gough.

8 Stonebridge Dr., $311,664.

Traditional Builders Ltd.,sold property to Matthew and Wendy Marino.

21 Edgewood Dr., $251,600. Joseph and Kristi Lavalley sold property to Jeffrey and Aimee Hanna.

54 Beacon St., $261,956.

Traditional Builders Ltd. sold property to Clara Sciartelli and Lewis Bruce.

5 Frank St., $260,000. Daniel Wheeler, Sr. and Brenda

Powell-Wheeler sold property to Matthew and Diane Call.

GREENFIELD 3168 Route 9N, $252,000.

James and Katherine Chansky sold property to Eva and Torsten Andersen.

209 North Greenfield Rd., $275,000. Jana Miller sold property to Cara Romanzo.

19 Lester Lane, $366,500. Wayne and Judy Carlson sold property to Dawn and Charles Slye.

MALTA 29 Admirals Way, $394,459.

Malta Land Company LLC sold property to Charles and Donna Parent.

23 Cedarwood Dr., $265,000.

Peggy Luzier sold property to Don and Mary Johnston.

21 Wake Robin Rd., $160,500.

Robert and Kristen DiCerbo sold property to Paul and Jessica Worobey.

44 Walden Glen, $230,000.

William and Dianne Rudolph sold property to Andrew and Caitlin Benson.

184 Thimbleberry Rd., $177,000.

Donald and Carolyn Cazer sold property to Thomas and Stephanie Dillon.

MILTON 12 Meadow Lane, $145,000. Carl Englehart (by Co-Execs) sold property to Erin Englehart.

432 Stone Church Rd., $225,000.

James and Susan Guilder sold property to Fay Ferraro.

28 Dublin Dr., $205,000. James McMullen sold property to Sergey Germakovski.

4 St. Jude Ct., $315,000. Douglas and Ann Haller sold property to Gary and Jean Brown.

209 Oak Lane, $355,000. Donald McNeil sold property to Debra and John Meerdink.

303 Greenfield Ave., $146,000.

Travis and Kellie Roberts (by Ref) sold property to V Mortgage Reo 2 LLC. 647 Minuteman Lane, $196,900.

Tyler Mockry sold property to Caroline Rontini-Chisham.

239 Stone Church Rd., $193,000.

Gregory and Carmen Marshall sold property to Paul Stallmer and Sarah Fenton.

342 Leroux Rd., $251,000.

Jane Hurst sold property to Jonathan and Joanne Curtis.

MOREAU 167 Reservoir Rd., $176,500.

Michael Treffiletti sold property to Timothy and Ashley Catlin.

38-56 Fedor Rd., $75,000. Daniel and Kim Reed sold property to Joseph Sharpe.

308 Fort Edward Rd., $121,000.

Steven Farmer sold property to Christine Farmer.

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SARATOGA 35 Burgoyne St., $185,900. Sean and Margaret Corcoran sold property to Kayla Hines.

224 N. Broad St., $107,221.

Glenn Garnsey (by Ref) sold property to US Bank National Association (as Trustee).

41 Louden Rd., $190,000. Mark and Kathy Debrocky sold property to Andrew Beck and Janlouise Ceniza.

SARATOGA SPRINGS 4 Flying Dutchman Way, $385,000. Meg O’Leary sold property to Robert and Virginia Rosborough.

6 Jaipur Lane, $247,500. Peter Cahill sold property to Gregory and Lisa Doriski.

6 Mitchell St., $373,000. Mark and Patricia Harrison sold property to Robert and Diane Noble.

24 Vichy Dr., $221,185. Hester Jensen (by Admin) sold property to Michael Gemerek.

4 St. Jude Court, $315,000. Douglas and Ann Haller sold property to Gary and Jean Brown.

17 Winding Brook Dr., $972,000. Ronald and Jessica Ruschak sold property to Jay and Haley Zimmerman.

338 Caroline St., $240,000.

Stefanie Rosenzweig sold property to Daniel and Doranne Mullan.

24 Saratoga Circle, $397,500.

Maryann Bell sold property to Sean and Kathryn Kane.

38 High Rock Ave., Unit 5M, $790,000. High Rock Condominiums sold property to Reed and Florence Abbott.

13 Greenridge Place, $430,000.

Marlene Coe (as Trustee) sold property to Elizabeth Nichols.

167 Grand Ave., $360,000. Gina and James Spencer, Jr. (by Ref) sold property to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company (as Indenture Trustee).

26 Summerfield Lane, $680,000.

Steven Heyman sold property to Nicoleta Daraban.

518 Division St., Unit 18, $682,000. David Murphy (as Trustee) sold property to Robert Howard and Mary Curley.

5 Campion Lane, $2,350,000.

Michael and Debra Giovanone

sold property to Michael and Hana Idelchik (as Trustees) and Gary Idelchik.

STILLWATER 74 Gronczniak Rd., $219,000. Erin and Christopher Carney sold property to Sandra Abrams.

25 Walden Circl;e, $595,679.

Amadore Homes Inc. sold property to David and Jennifer Chatt.

1 Compass Way, $435,000.

Deborah Artrip sold property to Kevin LaFountaine.

WILTON 18 Thistle Rd., $331,603. Paul Briggs and Jaime Wright (by Ref) sold property to Bank of New York Mellon (as Trustee).

10 Thistle Rd., $369,000.

Timothy and Kristina Derlinga sold property to Todd and Tiffany Wendel.

15 Rolling Green Dr., $90,000.

Goodhue Wilton Properties, Inc. sold property to David and Cindy Taillon.

44 Sheffield Rd., $370,000. Dean DelNegro sold property to Luke and Kara Decker.

46 Brackett Lane, $270,000.

Neil and Alyssa Sinclair sold property to Brandon and Elizabeth Lis. 2 Harvest Lane, $552,000.

Annette and Frank Auriemmo, Jr. sold property to Matthew and Laura Bellantoni.

151 Traver Rd., $175,000. Irene Kane (by Agent) sold property to Kathleen Schorpp.

1 Rose Terrace, $674,818.

Pine Brook Landing, LLC sold property to Patrick and Shauna Kauth.

34 Tom Sawyer Dr., $50,000.

William and Judy Morris sold property to McPadden Builders LLC. 2 Middleborough Ct., $234,000.

Thomas and Susan Welsh sold property to John Hall and Veronica Hurley.

34 Tom Sawyer Dr., $252,000.

McPadden Builders LLC sold property to James and Diana Rodgers.

31 Saw Mill Ct., $542,311. Smith Bridge LLC sold property to Thomas and Donna Coseo.

Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

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Great Time to Transplant Perennials

by Peter Bowden for Saratoga TODAY I’m still impressed at how quickly the days get shorter this time of year. We’re losing daylight at a rate of almost 3 minutes a day! It adds up day after day. There are signs of fall everywhere. The asters are beginning to flower in the meadows. Ajax the dog has begun collecting seed pods in his fur from every thistle and burdock within shouting distance. The cats are QUITE interested in visiting with us overnight now. There’s dew on the windshield and lawn every morning. I’ve noticed the Monarch Butterfly migration is in starting up. The hummingbirds will be gone soon. All these are indications that our glorious growing season will be coming to a frosty end. You would think that this would be a quiet time for gardeners. Not at all!

There are bulbs to plant and it’s a great time to plant trees and shrubs that are on season end clearance at the garden centers.

Cool weather makes it a great time to catch up on any lingering landscaping projects. Most of us have more time to devote to garden tasks in September. In spring, with all the preparation for the vegetable garden, raking the lawn and other pressing chores, it can be hard to find time to keep up. Rainy spring weather can also make it difficult to accomplish all you wish to. Many of the gardening chores that you’d normally think of doing in spring can actually be taken care of now.

One task that I like to tackle in fall is the dividing and transplanting of perennials. Most of our perennial flowers are just about finished for the season. They go dormant as frost approaches. This is a great time to make improvements and adjustments to our flowerbeds and borders. You may have underestimated how large a plant would get and need to move it. You may have

some perennials that have become mature and need to be divided.

This is a great time to take advantage of cool, crisp “work weather” to get a jump on next spring.

For instance, I’ve got some daylilies and hosta that are in need of dividing. It is a good idea to have the new location ready to receive your transplants before you lift them from their present spot. Dig you holes and add you soil amendments. The most important soil additive is Bio-tone. Bio-ton provides nutrients and beneficial soil microbes and fungi to promote a

strong, healthy root system. If you have sandy soil, the addition of compost or peat moss will improve the soil’s ability to retain moisture.

Next, slice all the way around the plant you wish to divide with a sharp spade and lift it from the soil. If you’re simply moving it to a new location simply plant it and water it in well. If you need to divide the plant, simply slice the clump apart (as with hosta) or gently pull the clump apart (as with daylilies). Sometimes this seems a bit brutal but remember, most perennial plants NEED to be

divided every few years to remain healthy and vigorous.

Remember your gardening friends when you’re dividing your perennials. I always set a few small divisions aside to share. My friends share with me so, there’s always something new for all of us to enjoy.

You might not think of it but it’s also a good time to purchase and plant potted perennials. The selection of perennials won’t be as good at the garden center in fall as it is in spring and summer but what there is will undoubtedly be on sale. I’ve got some great bargains by being

willing to poke through the perennials at the garden center in fall.

Thanks for the read.

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Saturdays, 9 to 1 Wednesdays, 3 to 6 High Rock Park As part of our new “Meet Your Farmers & Makers” series, here is a Q & A with Reeves Cochran (RC) and Skyler Liebig (SL), owners of Fresh Take Farm in Granville, NY and the youngest farmers at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market. Keep reading to learn more about their Certified Naturally Grown farm and produce offerings.

(SFM) Where were you born?

(RC) “I was born in Manhattan.

Then my parents moved to Providence, RI for a few months before we settled in Wellesley, MA, where I lived for the next 18 years.”

(SL) “I was born in Glens Falls, but I’ve lived in Granville my whole life.”

(SFM) What was the first album you bought?

(RC) “That’s a good question.

I think it was Yessongs--remastered old hits from the band Yes. ” (SL) “Oh geeze, that was a while ago. I’m pretty sure it was the album Country Grammar,

by Nelly.”

(SFM) If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life what would it be?

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY Hello my Foodie Friends. It’s hard to believe, but I have seen some tree’s changing colors already!!

The entrance of Autumn brings

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(RC) “Boy! This is a tough one! I’ll have to say, Veal and Bratwurst Stew… It’s that time of year.”

(SL) “One meal for the rest of my life? It would have to be Shrimp Scampi.”

(SFM) What is your guilty pleasure (travel, food, recreation, etc.)?

(RC) “Ice cream.”

(SL) “I’d have to say, an iced cold beer.”

(SFM) What is your favorite book?

(RC) “Does a newspaper count?”

(SL) “The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald.”

(SFM) If you could go back in time what year would you travel to, and why?

(RC) “1720-1730—Before electricity, but technology had still come a long way. I just think it would be a great time period to visit. The world was still open for exploring but a lot of the foundations that we use to this day were being put in place.”

(SL) “That’s a good one. I’d like to go back to the Roaring Twenties… It would be one heck of a time.”

(SFM) What does your perfect day look like?

(RC) “It depends on the time of year. In the summertime, it would be arriving at the beach early in the morning and enjoying fresh seafood for dinner. In the winter, it would be heading to the mountains and skiing all day.”

out the beginning of selecting and making many of our favorite heartier meal choices. With those recipes comes the need to grab those “go to” pots and pans that help you in your creation. As an owner of a kitchen store, you can probably guess- we have many pots and pans that we sell in our store at our home. Storage of these pans can become a challenge.

As I reflect on our current home design, I realize that if I had to do it over again, my main floor would be almost all kitchen space versus all of the formal rooms that go unused. As you all know “life happens in the kitchen”. When friends and family visit, everyone always stays

(SL) “It would be 75 degrees, sunny and hot, but not too breezy. I’d be out on a beach somewhere.”

Based in Washington County, NY, Fresh Take Farm is a homegrown operation located on a beautiful 14-acre plot along the Mettowee River in Granville, NY. Established in early 2015, Fresh Take Farm uses a wide variety of preparation, planting, and cultivation techniques to build up soil fertility, ensure plant

health, and control weed pressure for better crops.

Fresh Take Farm uses 100% natural methods and recently achieved their Certified Naturally Grown certification. All of the materials they use in production are in accordance with USDA Organic standards. They only use all organic seeds, do not use chemical fertilizers or synthetic chemicals of any kind and their farming methods are focused on improving and maintaining soil health.

Reeves Cochran, (22) grew up in Wellesley, MA, just outside of Boston. He began farming in 2011 at Volante Farms in Needham, MA, where he studied food production and the importance of the local food movement. In 2013 he completed a 3-month internship in organic agriculture at EARTH University in Costa Rica.

In the summer of 2013 he started working for Kilpatrick Family Farm, which is where he met Skyler. His time at KFF helped to instill the confidence that good farmers can restore balance to our food systems. Reeves is very committed to breaking the current food supply chain that is harming our planet, and replacing it with sustainable, responsible methods that will help to change the way we eat and set an example for future farmers.

Skyler Liebig, (23) is a fourth generation farmer, born and raised

in Granville, NY who has had a deep connection to farming for as long as he can remember. Growing up on his family’s certified organic dairy farm, he learned invaluable farming skills from his father and grandfather over the years. Those experiences instilled in him the value of hard work and the love for the land. Connecting with likeminded people who are passionate about how their food is sourced and supporting the local community is one of the biggest reasons Skyler decided to become a farmer.

Shortly after college, Skyler started working at Kilpatrick Family Farm, where he met Reeves.

Both men were mentored by owner Michael Kilpatrick, who helped them to refine their farming abilities, and change the way they thought about food and its relationship to the environment.

This is Fresh Take Farm’s first season at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market and we are thrilled to have them! You can find them every Wednesday next to the middle and north pavilions. They’re currently growing over 40 different crops, with a total of 70 different seed varieties. Shares of their 8-Week Fall/ Winter CSA, which will run from November through December, are now available. For more information or to sign up, visit: www. freshtakefarm.com.

in the kitchen chatting, drinking, and eating!! Along with this dream kitchen that would be the largest room in the house, would be the ability to have cabinet space to store our plethora of cooking vessels and utensils.

However, what we have done with the lack of storage space we do have is to hang a pot rack above our center island. Pot racks are a rising trend in kitchen storage. Pot racks are among some of the most useful tools in the kitchen. They can hang from the ceiling, over an island or counter, or can be mounted on a wall or side of a cabinet.

Pot racks can also show off your beautiful cookware as well as freeing up storage space. They

make it easy to reach for the perfect pan or utensil you need at the moment. Pot racks add visual appeal, warmth, and texture to the most used rooms in the house.

However, pot racks can be used in other places within your home such as the garage, laundry, children’s room, office, bathroom, greenhouse, etc. You can also hang the wall mounted racks two or three down a wall.

At Compliments to the Chef at 46 Marion Avenue, we carry pot racks from Rogar Manufacturers and J.K.Adams Company. We offer a wide variety of racks for all styles in every home.

Our pot rack if full of fun pots and pans, cutting boards,

and utensils. It has not only freed up the limited storage we have in our kitchen, it also makes it easier to grab our favorite cooking items as we are making our meals. It has been a wonderful addition to our kitchen. As our friends and family gather in our kitchen, they can all be part of our cooking experience. Put on some loud cooking music and have fun making your meals.

Remember my Foodie Friends, “Life Happens in the Kitchen”.

Create some beautiful memories.

Take care, John and Paula

(SFM) If you could have dinner with anyone (past or present), who would it be?

(RC) “I don’t want to embarrass Skyler, but I’d have to say my girlfriend.”

(SL) “Johnny Cash.”

(SFM) How do you recharge?

(RC) “A little bit of sleep, eat some food, and take a breather to reset.”

(SL) “A quick nap.”

(SFM) If you could have a super power what would it be?

(RC) “The power to fly, but if that’s not available, I’d want to be able to stop and manipulate time. You know, slow it down or play it at half speed.”

(SL) “To be able to fly.”

More on Fresh Take Farm:

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Ordained at 60 Called to an Inspiring Second Vocation

National POW/MIA Recognition Day

Continued from front page Horses remained a big part of his life, although he originally thought he’d be a dairy practitioner when he went to the veterinary college at Cornell. He met his future bride at school in 1977 and joined the horse practice she was in. Together they began the Equine Clinic at Oakencroft in Ravena, and a bulk of the practice were equine patients in the Saratoga area.

“We took care of show horses, brood mares, foals, and pleasure horses,” said Father Rick. “We had about 100 horses on the farm back in 2008, but averaged around 60 or 70 since then.”

He and Marilyn raised three children: Evan, 30, a rancher in Kansas; Craig, 25, a new horse veterinarian in Minnesota; and Taryn, 21, who is in college in Colorado studying psychology with an eye toward therapeutic riding. They all grew up around horses, cattle and sheep. “Old McDonald had a farm,” said Father Rick. “It was a great place to raise the kids. It was pretty run down when we got it, but we worked side by side to build up the farm.”

Then the unthinkable happened, and his healthy, athletic wife was lost to an unexpected fatal heart arrhythmia in 2005. “We always assumed I would be the one to go first,” Father Rick said. With three kids and a very large practice, the widower had some decisions to make. “Some of the farm staff had been there forever. Marilyn and I, we did this together.” It was not the same without her.

Newly ordained Father Rick hugs his daughter, Taryn, as his sons, Evan (left) and Craig wait their turn. Photo provided.

Father Rick decided to retire.

“It was not running away from it, but I just didn’t need it to find fulfillment.” For that, he started at the Kateri Institute for Lay Ministry Formation. From there, he went on to earn his masters in divinity at St. Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry. After seminary and meeting all requirements, Frederick Richard Lesser was ordained in June of this year at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany, with his children in attendance at the ceremony.

“It was just a few years after Marilyn died that I realized God was calling me,” said Father Rick.

He said that a call does not have to be a big rainbow voice, but is often a quiet realization. “I’m positive that God knows what’s best for me, and He meant for me to be married and raise a family. Then He meant for me to be a priest. There were so many things that could have derailed it, but none of that happened. The kids thrived, people bought the practice, and St. Bernard’s was a close and viable option – the lack of any obstacles was a call for me to follow and trust where God was leading.”

Father Rick is now a parochial vicar at St. Mary’s Church, where he assists the pastor in the celebration of mass, baptisms, funerals, and weddings. He participates in many home and hospital visits, and is happy in “this beautiful church community filled with people who are rich with faith,” he said.

“Whatever God puts on my plate today, I’m happy just doing what is asked.”

He still rides horses and spends quality time with his family. “I went on a cattle drive in Montana with my daughter and fell off the horse the first morning,” he laughed.

“Turns out I had broken two ribs, but I got up and rode anyway.”

“I think that because of the life I’ve lived, that I’m better equipped to help people find their faith in the joys and sorrows that go with having a family,” said Father Rick.

“It’s so easy for us in our comfort to forget that God is around us all the time, even in joyful moments.

He sustains us in hard times, but also plays the major part in all that learned, lived faith can provide in the realization that God made me and God is nearby. ”

The New York State Military Museum in Saratoga Springs has positioned a World War II-era M4A3 Sherman tank outside its doors in its newest public exhibit. The Ford Motor Company manufactured 1,690 M4A3s between June of 1942 and September 1943. Photo by MarkBolles.com.

NATIONWIDE — Observances of National POW/MIA Recognition Day on Friday, September 18, are held across the country on military installations, ships at sea, state capitols, schools and veterans’ facilities.

The day is to honor Americans who have returned from their ordeals as Prisoners of War (POWs) and those as yet unaccountedfor Americans who are listed as Missing In Action (MIA).

This observance is one of six days throughout the year that Congress has mandated the flying of the National League of Families’ POW/MIA flag. The others are Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day and Veterans Day.

The flag is to be flown at major military installations, national cemeteries, all post offices, VA medical facilities, the World War II Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the official offices of the secretaries of state, defense and veterans affairs, the director of the selective service system and the White House.

The Recognition Day began with a National League of Families of American Prisoners and Missing in Southeast Asia initiative, leading Congress to authorize the first observance on July 18, 1979. It later became an annual event, held on the third Friday in September.

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LOCAL BRIEFS in Historic Round Lake. Come and enjoy fun, food and fellowship. For additional information please contact Kathy Washburn at (518) 664-5057.

Roast Beef Dinner Family Fun Fest The Saratoga Children’s Theater will be hosting a Family Fun Fest featuring Seth and the Moody Melix Band at Saratoga Music Hall, 3rd Floor of City Hall, Saratoga Springs. The event will be held on September 25 from 5 – 8 p.m.

Cost is $15 for adults and children under 18 $5. This event will help our Teen Troupe fundraise for the National Performing Arts Festival at Disney this February.

For more information visit www. saratogachildrenstheatre.org.

Fourth Annual Autumn Leaves Chicken Barbecue The Racing City Rotary Club and the VFW Post 420 Men’s Auxiliary, located at 190 Excelsior Avenue, Saratoga Springs is sponsoring the barbeque on September 26 from 2 to 6 p.m. The menu includes half a chicken, baked potato, corn on the cob, roll, cole slaw, dessert, cash bar. Cost is $10 take-out or eat in. All Proceeds to Benefit Community and Veterans Projects of the Racing City Rotary Club & VFW Post 420 Men’s Auxiliary. For tickets or more information call Tom or Linda at (518) 584-8211.

Art and Craft Show There will be an art and craft show at the Malta Presbyterian Church located on Dunning Street in Malta on Friday, October 2, from noon to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 3, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you would like to be a vendor or would like additional information contact Jane Morrison applace@aol.com or call (518) 928-2655.

Fall Bazaar The Round Lake United Methodist Women are sponsoring a Fall Bazaar at the Round Lake United Methodist Church on Saturday October 3, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be something for everyone in the family, which include baked goods, books, holiday gift items, a Chinese Auction with gift baskets.

The church is located at 34 George Avenue off Exit 11 of the Northway

The Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church located at 768 Charlton Road, Charlton is having a Roast Beef Dinner on Saturday, October 3 from 4 - 6:30 pm. The cost of the meal is $12 adults, $5 for children 5-10 (free for children under 5). The menu includes Roast Beef, Potatoes, Vegetable, Coleslaw and a variety of pies for dessert.

Elktoberfest 2015 Local beverage tastings, authentic German food, and fun for a great cause - Major Projects supporting Cerebral Palsy Association of NYS. The event will be held at the Clifton Park Elks Lodge #2466, 695 MacElroy Road, Ballston Lake on October 10, from Noon to 6 p.m. The cost is $10. For more information, visit http://www. elks.org/SharedElksOrg/lodges/ files/2466_Elktoberfest2015flyer. pdf or call (518) 877-5200. You can also email, elktoberfest@ cliftonparkelks.com

10Th Annual Memorial Walk Angel Names Association (ANA) will hold its 10th Annual Memorial Walk on Saturday, October 10 at the Saratoga State Spa Park in Saratoga Springs, NY. The walk is being held in recognition of National Pregnancy Loss and Infant Death Awareness month. Registration begins at noon and the walk will follow at 1:15 p.m.

The day includes children’s activities, light refreshments and prizes.

Everyone is welcomed to attend this uplifting, free family event to walk and raise awareness of pregnancy loss and infant death. For additional information, visit www.angelnames. org or contact Michelle Mosca at mgmosca@msn.com.

The Way We Were Car Show The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association and Saratoga Automobile Museum are pleased to announce plans for the 13th Annual “The Way We Were” Car Show to be held Sunday, October 11 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Front Street in Ballston Spa. The

rain date will be October 18.

We invite the public to come stroll our historic village, check out the hundreds of cars and trucks on display, and enjoy the music, vendors and downtown businesses. Front Street will be blocked off from Milton Avenue past the Old Iron Springs to accommodate car exhibits and vendors. A new addition to the show this year is the “Kids Zone”, located by the Old Iron Springs, which will feature several free children’s activities.

The event is free to spectators.

Exhibitors can pre-register by 10/1/15 for $10.00 per car or $15.00 the day of show. All proceeds will benefit BSBPA community activities and the Saratoga Automobile Museum. Pre-registration can be completed online at www. saratogaautomuseum.org or at www. ballston.org.

a ca Celebration!

Ladies, do the holidays make you want to sing? Do you like to have fun and give back to a worthy cause? Come join us in an “a ca CELEBRATION!” Attend Monday night rehearsals with Saratoga Soundtrack Chorus from October 19 - December 7, 7 - 8:15 p.m.

Learn traditional and modern holiday classics in women’s 4-part a capela harmony and be a part of our “ a ca CELEBRATION!” Show December 7 will benefit Code Blue Saratoga. Rehearsals and the show will take place at the Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs, NY. Registration and materials fee: $25. Register on-line at www.saratogasoundtrack.org or call (518) 747-3823, or email saratogasoundtrack@gmail.com.

Save the Date Angelo Mazzone invites you to save the date for the 8th Annual Masquerade Gala on Friday, October 30, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. at Prime at Saratoga National Golf Club, Saratoga Springs. Music

by The Audio Stars. The gala is benefiting the Capital Region Office of The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, New York Branch. For more information call (518) 812-6833 or (518) 701-4886.

Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015 captaincares.org for the application, or call Mary at (518) 371-1185.

CAPTAIN Youth and Family Services is a social service agency located in Clifton Park. CAPTAIN operates a runaway and homeless youth shelter, street outreach services, Teen Talk Helpline, emergency food pantry, family assistance program, and various youth leadership programs. For those with questions about CAPTAIN, please visit our website at www.captaincares. org. Those wishing to speak to a CAPTAIN Representative may also call (518) 371-1185.

Volunteer at the Saratoga Automobile Museum From fun outdoor car shows to the very serious business of curbing distractive driving and keeping our neighbors and children safe, Saratoga Automobile Museum is dedicated to enhancing and improving the quality of life in the Saratoga region and beyond. We have volunteers who give several times a week, once a year, and everything in between.

Any and all of their valuable time is greatly appreciated. Expertise is not required, that will come later. Our volunteers range in age from 14 to 98. Saratoga Automobile Museum offers volunteer opportunities in a myriad of areas including Museum docents, administration, collection maintenance, building and grounds, youth programming and more.

It is a great place to connect with wonderful and passionate people who share common interests and who want to meet you. In addition to the satisfaction of interacting with and helping tens-of-thousands of visitors a year, our volunteers enjoy recognition events and activities including an all-volunteer lawn show and dinner, road trips to private car collections, a recognition reception with awards for service, discounts on bus trips to the New York Auto Show, and much, much more. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, please go to: http://www.saratogaautomuseum. org/overview/ and fill out an application or contact Jillian at Jillian@saratogaautomuseum.org for more details.

Looking for Volunteers

Monthly Indoor Craft and Garage Sale

CAPTAIN Youth and Family Services is accepting new adult volunteer applications for its Homework Help, and Family Assistance. We are in need of van drivers at this time. Please visit www.

Beginning Sunday, September 27th, from 11 a.m. -3 p.m., the popular Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale will take place at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club off Maple Avenue on Elks Lane. Admission is

free with over forty 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 the sales go on and it is a fun activity the entire family enjoys. Come browse, visit, eat, or just get out of the house with a friend. All proceeds go to our local charities. All markets are held the fourth Sunday of each month: next sales dates are October 25 and in November the 8th and 22nd. Tables are $15 for an 8 ft. table. Call (518) 289-5470 for information.

Country Dance Night to Benefit the Veteran’s Homes On Friday October 23, 2015 the Ladies Auxiliary of the SaratogaWilton Elks will present a Country Dance Night hosted by DJ Kevin Richards. It will be held at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks on Elk Lane in Saratoga; the tickets are $15 at the door from 7 to 10 p.m. All proceeds will benefit The Guardian House and The Saratoga County Rural Preservation Co. (Men’s Vet House). Kevin Richards will offer dance lessons followed by an “Open Country Dance Party”. The Auxiliary will also sell pizza, wings, and nacho chips with cheese for everyone’s convenience from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

There will be a cash bar and several raffle baskets available for added fun.

For more information or to reserve a table for eight or more, please call Arlyne Henley at (518) 879-9262.

‘In a Coach and Four’: Eliza Jumel in Saratoga Springs Come to this free event on Sunday, October 18, 2015, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs Public Library, located at 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs. Madame Eliza Jumel (1775–1865) summered in Saratoga Springs for twenty-seven years. Get the scoop about her life in the village during this illustrated talk by Margaret A. Oppenheimer, author of The Remarkable Rise of Eliza Jumel: A Story of Marriage and Money in the Early Republic.

Copies of the legend-busting new biography will be available for purchase on-site, courtesy of Northshire Bookstore. For more information call (518) 584-7860, or visit www.sspl.org.

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

Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

Family Friendly Event

Friday, September 18 Youth Dance Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs, 6:45- 9:30 p.m.

A Youth Dance for grades 5-7. Donation is $8. For more information call (518) 584-8547.

Saturday, September 19 2015 Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club Annual Garage Sale Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club House, Route 32, Victory Mills Open to the public, all vendors and all items are welcome. Food and drinks will be available at the club house. All are welcome to come to sell or buy. For additional information or to reserve your spot contact John at (518) 222-0316.

Volkswalk: Saratoga Springs - Fun, Fitness and Friendship Start point: Four Seasons Natural Foods, 120 Henry St, Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m.

Join the Empire State Capital Volkssporters. Register 30 minutes before start A ‘volkswalk’ is a leisurely walk (typically 10k or 6.2 miles. A 3 mile route is also offered) through a scenic and or historic area over a pre-marked trail. Info is available at www.ava.org. ESCV, www.walkescv.org.

Back to School Expo Empire State Plaza Convention Center, Albany, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Rising Pop Sensation, Kristina Lachaga to appear at the Expo.

Also, special appearances by Disney Channel stars Calum Worthy (Dez from “Austin & Ally”) and Peyton Meyer (Lucas from “Girl Meets World”).The Back To School Expo, now in its

sixth year, introduces kids to the world of STEM in a fun, nonintimidating environment. It is the area’s largest back to school exposition Thousands of families will come together to enjoy ongoing entertainment, science and engineering experiments, exhibitions, giveaways, celebrity appearances, and much more.

Attendees can purchase advanced tickets online or at the door: http:// www.backtoschoolexpo.com/ tickets.html.

Sunday, September 20 Breakfast Buffet Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs, 8:30 – 11 a.m.

Fruit cocktail, French toast, pancakes, potatoes, breakfast sausage and ham, corned beef hash, scrambled eggs, eggs benedict, juice, coffee and tea.

Donation Requested: Adults $8, Seniors and Military (Active/ Retired with ID Card) $7, Children 5—12 $6, Under 5 Free, Take-outs $8. Call (518) 584-2585 for more information.

After the Fire’s Annual Benefit Breakfast Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 8:3011 a.m. The cost is $8.00 for adults, $7.00 for Senior Citizens & Military (active/retired with ID), $6.00 for children ages 5-12, under 5 free. Take outs will be available for $8.00, and there will be drawings for raffles and many door prizes. After the Fire is a non-profit organization that helps residents of Saratoga County who have suffered a loss due to fire.

For more information on how to become a member or about After the Fire in general, please leave a message at (518) 435-4571 or visit www.afterthefire.org.

Monday, September 21 Pre-K Discovery Day at Camp Saratoga Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, 80 Scout Road, Gansevoort, 10:30 a.m.

This monthly program is for our youngest explorers (ages 3-6 years old) where we use children’s love of nature to teach simple concepts.

Adults are expected to attend. This is an outdoor program so please come dressed for the weather. We

CALENDAR 25 will go on a short walk, do a simple nature craft, and have a healthy snack! Preregistration is required.

Call (518) 450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org for more information or to register.

Scrabble Club Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Whether you’re a seasoned Scrabble player, or just learning to play, join other Scrabble enthusiasts for an afternoon game or two. No registration required.

Free admission.

Tuesday, September 22 Please Go Away! Planning Your Vacation Online Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m. – Noon The Internet is becoming more of a common place to plan vacations.

Travel information comes and goes on a daily basis through different web resources. This class helps students learn how to navigate and identify travel deals online. Free admission. For more information visit www.sspl.org.

Wednesday, September 23 Roast Pork and Liver/ Onions Dinner Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 4:30 – 7 p.m.

Soup Dijour, tossed salad, roast pork loin, liver & onions, mashed potatoes, bread stuffing, vegetables, dessert, rolls & butter, coffee, tea. Donation: $10 Adults, $9 Seniors and Military (Active or Retired with ID Card), $6 children 5-12, Children under 5 free. $10 All take-outs. Cash bar available. For more information call (518) 584-2585.

We Rock Long Distance Davis Auditorium, Skidmore College, 5:30 p.m.

MDOCS Presentation: Screening and panel discussion of We Rock Long Distance, with filmmaker Justin Schell and artists Tou SaiKo Lee and Maria Isa. The film weaves together the sounds and stories of Twin Cities hip-hop artists M.anifest, Maria Isa, and Tou SaiKo Lee as they journey

home to Ghana, Puerto Rico, and Thailand to create unique connections across generations and geography. For more information call (518) 580-5052.

Native Raptors Crandall Library Community Room, Glens Falls, 7 p.m.

Wildlife rehabilitator Nancy Kimball of North Country Wild Care will present “Raptors of the Adirondacks”, for a joint monthly program of the Southern Adirondack Audubon Society and Glens Falls-Saratoga Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club. It is free to the public. Those attending the program are invited to bring a can of pet food or baby food to donate which will help feed the injured and orphaned animals.

For more information visit www. southernadirondackaudubon.org

Thursday, September 24 Free Health Fair Simpson United Methodist Church, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls , 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Representatives from legal aid, hearing, nutrition, hospice, home helper, cancer, and other health services; funeral planning, and more will be available to answer your questions, provide information, brochures, referrals, etc. There will be giveaways and free blood pressure screenings. All in the community are invited to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to visit with so many resources under one roof at the same time. Any questions please call Mary at (518)322-9585.

St. Clements Brooks BBQ St. Clements School, 231 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, 4 – 7 p.m.

Dinner includes: baked potato, coleslaw, dinner roll, cookie and beverage (lemonade or iced tea), take-out available. $10.00 for a chicken dinner and $12.00 for a rib dinner. Rain or Shine. For more information call (518) 584-7350.

Hip-Hop Concert Falstaff ’s, Skidmore College, 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 9 p.m.

MDOCS Music: Diasporic hip-hop concert with Maria Isa, Tou SaiKo Lee, RES KP, and student bands and DJs. For more information call (518) 580-5052.

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GLENS FALLS — The Adirondack Balloon Festival is a 4-day celebration from September 17 to September 20, taking place in both Crandall Park and the Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport.

There will be kid’s activities, such as bounce houses and rock climbing, live musical performances and a craft fair with over 30 vendors, hosted by ZONTA. Each year, the festival is known for showing off balloons with special shapes. This year’s shapes include Snobird and Humpty Dumpty, plus many more.

Balloon pilot, Takeharu Nakashima, and his team from Saga, Japan (a sister city to Glens Falls) will be participating in the balloon flights.

Special attractions include “Lighting up the Night,” a moon glow on Saturday night, where balloons take off at 8 p.m. Sunday night includes “Walter’s Mass Ascension,” where 100 balloons and shapes will take flight to honor Walter Grishko, the founder of the festival who passed away in 2011.

For more information on the festival and for a full list of the schedule, see last week’s paper (also available online at saratogatodaynewspaper. com under “publications.”) or visit adirondackballoonfest.org.

Irish 2000 Music and Arts Festival BALLSTON SPA — The 29th annual Irish 2000 Music and Arts Festival will take place Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19 at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds in Ballston Spa. This celebration will feature live Irish music, dance performances, a huge selection of food, drinks and many vendors. For families, Celtic Kids is an area where children and their parents can enjoy rides, games and a petting zoo.

The not-for-profit Irish Music and Arts Festival’s goal is to “preserve, protect and promote Irish history and culture in the 21st century.” Since its establishment, the organization has donated more than $350,000 to local charities.

Friday tickets are $16 advance sale, $20 at the gate. Saturday tickets are $18 advance sale, $25 at the gate. All tickets purchased at the gate are cash only.

For more information and for a full dance and music performance lineup, visit Irish2000Fest.com

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

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Laffer Gallery Hosts “A Delicate Balance” SCHUYLERVILLE — The Laffer Gallery is hosting the upcoming art exhibition, “A Delicate Balance,” from September 16 until October 18. An opening reception will be held Saturday, September 19, from 5 to 8 p.m.

“A Delicate Balance” features artists Ann Larsen, James Sankowski, Mark Tougias and George Van Hook.

“Each of the artists in this show thrives in the natural environment,” said Erik Laffer, gallery owner. “Whether they work on canvas or shape clay with their hands, they are inspired by nature, which is evident by how well their works complement one another.”

Ann Larsen is an accomplished oil painter who received the 2014 Award of Excellence at the Paso Robles Invitational.

She has been featured as “Artist to Watch”

by Southwest Art Magazine. Larsen is also a signature member and past president of American Women Artists.

George Van Hook has been exhibiting his paintings for more than 35 years throughout the United States, Europe and Japan. Inspired by a love of nature fostered by long hours painting “en plein air,” Van Hook brings freshness and immediacy to the rural scenes in upstate New York, where he resides.

Mark Tougias is a self-taught artist whose inspiration comes from his immediate surroundings in Vermont and upstate New York. His work is defined by the use of light, tonality, atmosphere and composition to depict the poetic and spiritual qualities of place, rather than an exact rendering of location.

James Sankowski is a potter from Ballston Lake. His pots create a balance between form and design to yield pottery that is both durable and functional.

The Laffer Gallery is located at 96 Broad Street, in Schuylerville. For more information, visit thelaffergallery.com.

“Sunrise” by Ann Larsen. Photo provided.

Upcoming at Saratoga Film Forum SARATOGA SPRINGS — Currently showing at the Saratoga Film Forum is “Amy,” a British documentary that portrays the life and career of Amy Winehouse.

Known for her profound, throaty vocals and her blend of jazz, blues and soul genres, Winehouse was a musical powerhouse. “Amy” begins by documenting her childhood, when she first began writing music at the age of 14. Her strong passion for music led to a legendary career, and eventually, to 26 music awards and 60 nominations.

The film also depicts Winehouse’s continuing battle with mental illness and substance abuse.

The latter eventually ended her life in July 2011, when she died of alcohol poisoning at the age of 27.

Director Asif Kapadia conducted more than 100 interviews with Winehouse’s family and friends

in order to make the film, which also shows extensive unseen footage from Winehouse’s life and career.

Also, upcoming at the film forum is “Phoenix,” a German film that takes place in Berlin after World War II. It follows the story of Nelly Lanz, a Holocaust survivor that suffered a bullet wound in the face, leaving her disfigured.

After getting reconstructive surgery, Lanz no longer looks like her former self, which she uses to her advantage to find out who betrayed her to the Nazis.

“Amy” is showing Friday, Saturday and Sunday, September 18 to 20, at 7:30 p.m. “Phoenix” will be playing Thursday, Friday and Sunday, September 24, 25 and 27, at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are $8 for general admission and $6 for forum members and students with a valid

“Amy” depicts the life and death of Amy Winehouse. Photo provided.

ID. The Saratoga Film Forum is located at 320 Broadway in Saratoga Springs. For more information, visit saratogafilmforum.org.

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Pooch Parade in Congress Park: Raising Awareness for Domestic Violence

by Rebecca Davis Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — The 5th annual Pooch Parade for Domestic Violence Awareness will take place September 26, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., in Congress Park.

The Pooch Parade will feature a short dog parade, led by therapy and working dogs, a blessing of the pets, a dog agility course, “doggie bag” treats for dogs, and “pawdicures” (nail clippings).

There will also be a mobile veterinarian giving a demonstration, a vet clinic showing how to prevent Lyme disease and other doggy ailments, as well as holistic cures, such as acupuncture for dogs.

There will also be a shelter set up in Congress Park, where animals can be adopted. Last year, all of the shelter animals at the Pooch Parade found homes.

“The Pooch Parade is a wonderful way to raise awareness that is totally family friendly.

Children love to come and see the dogs, from Great Danes to little

Pekinese. It’s a lot of fun,” said Maggie Fronk, executive director at Wellspring.

The Pooch Parade is hosted

by Wellspring, formerly DVRC, which has been providing services and assistance to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in Saratoga County for over 30 years.

Wellspring works with survivors of abuse to help them escape violent conditions and restart their lives.

According to Wellspring statistics, domestic violence is the primary cause of homelessness in Saratoga Springs, and from 2011 to 2013, accounted for 100% of all homicides in Saratoga County.

Proceeds from the Pooch Parade will go toward Wellspring’s Safe Pet Partnership, which provides loving foster homes for pets whose owners are survivors of domestic abuse. This allows the survivor to enter a shelter or otherwise escape the violent situation and begin to rebuild a healthy life, all while knowing the pet is safe.

Survivors even get updates and photos of their pet in the foster

Sonny the Beagle enjoys the parade.

home, easing their minds until they can be reunited.

“The Safe Pet Partnership is a network of families and individuals ready to care for animals at a moment’s notice,” said Fronk. “It may be difficult to be in a situation where you and your children are in danger, but you have another family member with fur or fins or feathers that needs help too. This is another way to support what we do and support the victims many do not realize, the pets. There is a huge correlation with animal abuse and domestic violence.”

Often, abusers will use the love of family pets as a means of coercion to keep someone in the abusive relationship. Fearing

Two pooches against domestic violence.

for their pet’s safety, as well as their own, keeps them trapped in a cycle of violence. The Pooch Parade seeks to raise awareness of the correlation between beloved family pets and domestic abuse and show that there is help out there for victims.

The Pooch Parade is free for people and $5 for each four-footed participant.

For more information about the Pooch Parade or Wellspring, visit wellspringcares.org. Wellspring also has a 24-hour hotline for domestic and sexual abuse victims and their families that can be reached by calling 518-584-8188.

Assemblyman Jim Tedisco and his pooch Gracie, with event founder, Joy Lucas, DVM.

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Fall Festivals

Changing leaves, Chilly Nights…and Lots to Do!

by Rebecca Davis Saratoga TODAY

Southern Adirondack Fiber Festival Nature Fest

GANSEVOORT — The Friends of Moreau Lake State Park is hosting Nature Fest, a family-friendly day of nature related activities, on Saturday, September 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free.

Visitors will learn about live birds of prey, meet a talking crow and hear his story, performed by Beth Bidwell. Other events include pumpkin painting, birdhouse building, a scavenger hunt and crafts.

There are also many interesting demonstrations for all ages, such as old-fashioned rope making, learning about Native American life and reptile/amphibian rehab with live specimens to touch and learn about. The Park Naturalist, Gary Hill, will be demonstrating the art of fish filleting and frying, with samples to share.

Representatives of local parks and rescue programs will be there, as well as opportunities to participate in conservation programs, like recycling, composting and rain gardens.

The Friends of Moreau Lake will be selling lunch foods and baked goods. There will also be a silent auction, with plenty of great items to bid on. Proceeds from sales will be used by the Friends to support environmental education programs and the Nature Center.

Art in the Park, Part TWO! SARATOGA SPRINGS — If you missed the first day of Art in the Park this summer, Saturday, September 19 is your last chance to see this popular fine arts event until next year. The second day of this exhibition will feature up to 70 artists from the greater Saratoga and Capital Region.

Artists will display and be on hand to discuss their drawing, painting, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, photography, print-making and work in other media. This event will include Best in Show prizes, local music, great food and a Kidz Art Zone.

Located in Congress Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., this event is free and open to the public.

GREENWICH — Featuring over 120 vendors from all over New York and New England, The Southern Adirondack Fiber Festival is taking place Saturday and Sunday, September 26 and 27, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Located at the Washington County Fairgrounds, parking is free and admission is $5. Children 13 years and under get in for free.

The Fiber Festival will include many demonstrations and workshops, including sheep shearing, sheep and duck herding, spinning and weaving, 3D

felting, finger knitting and a homemade paper workshop, plus much more. There will also be musical performances, food vendors and a farm museum.

The festival’s raffle benefits a local non-profit organization dedicated to caring for others in need.

Vendors donate items to be raffled over the two day event, including yarn, roving, fiber related tools, books, gift bags, and more. Proceeds will go to Lions Club and Camp Abilities, a one week sports and recreation camp for children and teens who are blind, visually impaired or deaf-blind.

Adirondack Museum Antiques Show and Sale BLUE MOUNTAIN LAKE — Antique specialists from over a dozen states will be displaying and selling their rustic goods from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, September 19 and 20, at the Adirondack Museum. The event is included with general museum admission.

The high quality items at the show include antique camp, cottage, patio and Mission furniture, rare books, vintage boats, vintage sporting goods, taxidermy, quilts, vintage leather items, historical fine art, folk art, prints, posters, oriental rugs, Native American jewelry and more.

“Delightful events like this one don’t happen by accident,” said the event’s organizer, Rod Lich. “We’re very selective about which dealers we invite to participate. We want to create an antiques show that serves a wide range of interests, from beginning collectors to serious connoisseurs.”

“You don’t need to be a serious antique buyer to find

something unique for your home,” said Christopher English, of Antediluvian Antiques and Curiosities.

For those who can’t wait for the show’s general public hours, there will be an early buying opportunity during a benefit preview, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. on Friday, September 18. Tickets to this special event cost $100 and support the museum’s programs and exhibitions. The event includes hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, and it provides ticketholders with an exclusive chance to meet the dealers and make purchases before the general public hours. Tickets may be purchased in advance by phone at (518) 3527311, ext. 119.

Beyond the antiques, there is much to see and do at the museum, including garden tours, children’s activities, and all museum exhibitions.

The museum’s Lake View Café will be open during the event. Shipping services will be available through the on-site staff of the Lake Placid UPS Store.

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Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

week of 9/18-9/24 friday, 9/18:

Pat Decker, 3 pm

Erin Harkes, 9 pm

Jack Daniel’s Birthday Bash, 9 pm

@ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463

@ Bentley’s — 899.4300

@ Vapor — 581.5775

@ Caffè Lena — 583.0022

sunday, 9/20:

@ Carney’s Tavern — 952.7177

Naomi Jennifer Bindman w/ Freddy Shehadi, 2 pm

Joan and Joni, 8 pm Steve Candlen, 7 pm

John Eisenhart, 7 pm

@ Carson’s Woodside Tavern — 584.9791

Tailspin, 10 pm

@ Caroline St. Pub — 583.9400

Jeanine Marie Jazz Trio, 7 pm @ Crown Grill — 583.1105

Slow Burn, 9:30 pm

@ Foggy Notions — 252.1007

Rick Bolton + Jeff Walton, 5 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359

Good Sir, 9 pm

@ Gaffney’s — 587.7359

Nolan + Greene, 9 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003

The Schmooze, 9 pm @ Nanola — 587.1300

George Muscatello Quartet, 9 pm @ 9 Maple Avenue — 583.2582

Dylan Perrillo Band, 9 pm

@ Caffè Lena — 583.0022

Deena Chappell, 6 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026

Live Jazz Brunch, 10 am

@ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563

The Refrigerators, 3 pm @ The Mill — 899.5253

High Peaks Duo, 3 pm

@ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463

Tribute to the King, 1 and 4pm @ Vapor — 581.5775

monday, 9/21: Bobby Dick, 6:30 pm @ Brook Tavern — 871.1473

Tim Wechgelaer Duo, 7 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026

@ One Caroline — 587.2026

tuesday, 9/22:

@ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563

Rich Ortiz, 10 pm

@ Ravenswood — 371.8771

Open Mic with Rick Bolton, 8 pm

@ The Mill — 899.5253

Spaceface, 8 pm

@ The Rusty Nail — 371.9875

Mark Pratt, 5:30 pm

Just Nate, 6:30 pm Ubuntu, 8 pm

Rattlesnake, 7 pm

Jeff Strange, 8:30 pm Seth Warden Trio, 6 pm

@ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463

saturday, 9/19: Michael Jerling, 8 pm

@ Caroline St. Pub — 583.9400 @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 @ Nanola — 587.1300

@ Three Vines Bistro — 306.5881

wednesday, 9/23: Acoustic Blues Open Mic / Jam, 7 pm @ Caffè Lena — 583.0022

@ Caffè Lena — 583.0022

Masters of Nostalgia, 8:30 pm

@ Carney’s Tavern — 952.7177

Franklin Micare, 6:30 pm

@ Carson’s Woodside Tavern — 584.9791

Celtic Session, 7 pm

@ Caroline St. Pub — 583.9400

Karaoke, 9 pm

E J Hopeck, 8 pm

Russ Kennedy, 7 pm Rattlesnake, 10 pm Karaoke, 10 pm

@ Circus Café — 583.1106

@ One Caroline — 587.2026

@ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563 @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916 @ The Rusty Nail — 371.9875

Acoustic Circus, 9 pm

thursday, 9/24:

The Carboys Band, 9 pm

Open Mic, 7 pm

Emerald Dawn, noon

Matty Finn, 6 pm

Joe Gitto + Dan Wanczyk Jazz Duo, 6:30 pm

Open Mic, 10 pm

Nanola, 9 pm

Megan Houde, 8 pm

Arch Stanton Quartet, 9 pm

Hot Club of Saratoga, 7 pm

Scott Bassinson, 6 pm

Chris Carey + Mike O’Donnell, 7 pm

Let’s Be Leonard, 10 pm

Rich Ortiz, 6:30 pm

Larry Hooker + Er Go Blu, 7 pm

The Sonic Ascent w/ Tim Lok Chan, 9:30 pm

Band of Ghosts w/ Galaxy Overdrive, 9:30 pm

Rusty Old Guys, 7 pm

5 O’Clock Charlie, 8 pm

@ The Parting Glass — 583.1916

The Accents, 7 pm

@ The Parting Glass — 583.1916

Karaoke, 9:30 pm

@ Three Vines Bistro — 306.5881

@ Gaffney’s — 587.7359

@ Jay’s Bar & Grill — 309.3313

@ Caffè Lena — 583.0022

@ Harvey’s — 583.0003

@ Carney’s Tavern — 952.7177

@ Mouzon House — 226.0014

@ Circus Café — 583.1106

@ Nanola — 587.1300

@ Gaffney’s — 587.7359

@ 9 Maple Avenue — 583.2582

@ Mouzon House — 226.0014

@ One Caroline — 587.2026

@ One Caroline — 587.2026

@ One Caroline — 587.2026

@ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563

@ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563

@ Putnam Den — 584.8066 @ The Mill — 899.5253

@ Putnam Den — 584.8066

Celtic Session, 7 pm

@ Ravenswood — 371.8771

Kevin McKrell Band, 8 pm

@ The Mill — 899.5253

Mark Pratt, 5:30 pm

@ The Rusty Nail — 371.9875

Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

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Northshire Bookstore - fulltime back office job in our merchandise receiving department. Basic computer literacy a must. This is mostly a desk job with some lifting and unpacking. A nice, quiet mellow job. Please fill out application online on Employment page under About Us on www.northhsire.com.

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Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

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GARAGE SALES Huge Yard Sale – Saturday, September 19, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Old Saratoga Reformed Church corner of Pearl and Burgoyne Streets, Schuylerville, will be having its annual yard sale. Treasures, trinkets, treats and tunes will be featured, with food and baked goods available, in addition to yard sale items.

Live music will be a part of the fun as well!! This sale will be part of the Town of Saratoga community-wide garage sale weekend. Call (518) 695-3479 for more information.

Village of Schuylerville, Victory and Town of Saratoga are having their Annual Garage Sale. Lots of great stuff for everyone. Mark your calendars for September 19 and 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Locations for some of our great sales in Schuylerville: 78 ½ Green St., 15 Mennen Rd., 74 Church St., 188 N. Broad St., 5 Washington St., 61 Pearl St., 3, 5 7 & 8 Hessian Dr., 4 Ranger Rd.

Vendors Wanted for October 3, 2015 FALL FESTIVAL at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 2776 Route 9, Malta.

(518)583-4153 or festival@stpetermalta.org

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FUN AND GAMES Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

Puzzles

Across 1 One is featured in the 1962 Ventures instrumental “The 2,000 Pound Bee” 11 Bass output 15 He played the bandit Calvera in “The Magnificent Seven” 16 __ Maar, mistress of Picasso 17 Qualified for 18 “The Enemy Below” setting, briefly 19 Zap 20 Kid’s cry 21 Overpower with noise 23 Airline created by an Act of Parliament 25 Take away 26 “The Love Machine” author 29 Place to stretch 30 In abeyance 31 “Michael” co-screenwriter Ephron 32 Expected 33 Tie 34 “Hot House” Grammy-winning pianist 35 Philadelphia tourist attraction 36 DJIA part: Abbr.

37 Massenet opera 38 Heraklion’s island 39 Chimney repair job 41 14-Down, for one 42 Some property safeguards 43 “Alice in Wonderland” bird 44 They may be frozen or liquid 45 Ideal figure 46 School with the mascot Big Al 50 Quill parts 51 Food chain group 54 Greek letters 55 Gourmands 56 Erato’s instrument 57 South side Down 1 Sense 2 Radius neighbor 3 Unpopular spots 4 Literally, “twice-baked” 5 Rod 6 “Tracey Takes On” author

See puzzle solutions on page 38

See puzzle solution on page 38 7 Intestinal 8 Cry of achievement 9 Routine 10 Botswana neighbor, formerly 11 Some October campaigns 12 Fare reduction option 13 Sandusky locale 14 Keys holder in a Rubens portrait 22 Singer James 24 Person 25 Strikes out 26 Power source 27 Brown, e.g.

28 Business where lines are short?

29 Equip anew

31 Pain relief pill brand 34 Greenside stroke 35 1983 Styx hit that begins in Japanese 37 Flanged fastener 38 Rogue 40 Existing: Lat. 41 Francs and beans?

43 Winger of “Black Widow” 45 Cretaceous giant 47 Stretch 48 Seas overseas 49 Part of PDA: Abbr.

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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: Figuratively, Literally, Literately Figuratively means metaphorically or symbolically.

Figuratively speaking, it is turning the business world on edge.

Literally means following the exact meanings of the words.

Several community volunteers literally built that house in two months.

Literately is an adverb referring to the ability to read and write.

We helped the literately impaired people learn the latest news.

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

Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

Saratoga Springs Resident To Walk on Boston Marathon Route in Jimmy Fund Walk

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Local Named to SUNY Cobleskill Athletic Hall of Fame Peter Shaw, class of 1978, was a Versatile Three Sport Star

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Sunday, September 27, Saratoga Springs resident, Anne Moore, will walk up to 26.2 miles along the historic Boston Marathon route in the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk.

Moore will join 8,500 expected participants in the Walk, which raises the most money of any single day walk in the country. This year’s fundraising goal is to raise more than $8.2 million for the Jimmy Fund for adult and pediatric patient care and cancer research at DanaFarber Cancer Institute. The event has raised more than $100 million in its 27-year history. Since 1989, the Boston Athletic Association has supported the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk.

“The Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai unites thousands of people young and old, ‹from adults, children, parents, neighbors, colleagues, cancer patients, to cancer survivors, all‹who share a unified goal to cure cancer,” said Zack Blackburn, Assistant Vice President of the Boston Marathon

Jimmy Fund Walk. “Their dedication and commitment enables Dana-Farber to make progress on cancer care and research.”

Moore will attempt to walk the Marathon distance of 26.2 miles, but walkers are able to choose from four routes along the historic course. The four routes and their points of origin are: — Hopkinton Town Center: 26.2-miles.

— Wellesley High School: 13.1-miles.

— Boston College: 5-miles.

— Dana-Farber Cancer Institute: 3-miles, participants will include many patients and their families.

All of the Jimmy Fund Walk courses finish at Copley Square in Boston. All walkers have pledged to raise a minimum of $300.

To support Anne Moore or any of the other walkers at the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk on September 27, or to volunteer, visit www.JimmyFundWalk.org or call 866-531-9255.

COBLESKILL — Peter Shaw, a native of Malta, will receive a major honor on Friday, September 25, when he will be inducted into the 2015 class at SUNY Cobleskill’s Athletic Hall of Fame.

Shaw, a graduate of the class of 1978, excelled in soccer, wrestling and baseball while a member of SUNY Cobleskill’s Flying Tigers.

A Ballston Spa High School alumnus, Shaw established himself as one of the most diverse players in the athletic program’s history while at SUNY Cobleskill, earning the athletic program’s 1978 Male Athlete-of-the-Year Award.

“I’m certainly pleased to be chosen,” Shaw said. “Some of my former teammates were inducted in previous years, and it’s an honor to know that my career measures up to their accomplishments.”

A three-sport performer during his playing career, Shaw earned distinction by garnering the men’s soccer team’s Most Valuable Defensive Player Award in 1978, and was an All-Mountain Valley Conference Team selection at the goalie position.

As a member of the college’s wrestling program, he provided the team with both depth and flexibility, competing in every weight class from 145 to 190 pounds during his career. He also demonstrated a similar type of flexibility

Peter Shaw. Photo provided.

on the baseball field – playing positions in the field as catcher, at first base and in the outfield.

Professionally, Shaw has spent the last 30 years as a member of the Saratoga Springs, Fire

Department currently holding the rank of Assistant Fire Chief.

He also serves as a member his hometown Malta Volunteer Fire Department, where he currently serves as the town’s Fire Chief.

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Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

The Triumph Games

by Damian Fantauzzi for Saratoga TODAY An organization called “OurVetSuccess” has a mission of honoring our country, and those who have served in the military.

They do this by presenting stories of leadership and achievement of United States’ Veterans who have defended our country. They were prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice and survived battle-related injuries. Returning to civilian life with traumatic physical concerns, such as lost limbs, would break most people. The Triumph Games’ athletes have risen above the breaking point.

They are motivated by sports as a way to heal. They are driven to compete, and to win.

In honoring their stories, OurVetSuccess is introducing The Triumph Games. Twelve winning

athletes will bring their physical, mental and competitive skills to a completely new environment. Cutting edge technology will enhance performance as never before. Steady streams of data will tell judges who is training and competing at peak levels. The athletes must master the technology, or lose the Games.

A Triumph Games television special will air on NBC Sports Network in October, and later on Comcast’s Xfinity platform ondemand. The program will be cohosted by Al Roker, of NBC and the Weather Channel, and Patrick Murphy, host of Taking the Hill, on MSNBC. It is a broadcast of the games that took place in New York City last August.

“We are so proud to partner with OurVetSuccess on this groundbreaking competition,” said Al Roker. “We look forward to raising awareness with millions of viewers - both online and on-air - as we share very positive and personal stories from some of today’s most inspiring military heroes.”

Veterans who saw the need to increase positive public awareness of successful military veterans created OurVetSuccess. The Triumph Games will follow 12 world-class veteran athletes as they train at home over the next eight weeks for three rounds of competition in New York. The athletes are competing to win the Triumph Games title as Champion, and take home a $100,000 prize.

The event itinerary will begin with Round 1, which tests physical strength with a triathlon of a water-based obstacle course, a cycling race, and an Olympic-style infrared rifle competition. Round 2 tests mental acuity with a livestreamed e-sports competition featuring League of Legends and Hearthstone, the two top strategy games on the Twitch broadcast platform. Round 3 addresses the athlete’s depth of courage as they drive professional high-performance cars on the nation’s most exclusive and challenging private racetrack, located in the Hudson Valley.

The competitors, each having overcome life-changing injuries and going on to medal nationally or internationally in a wide range of sports, are known as the Terrific 12, or T-12. The T-12 were selected by a judging panel from a pool of 100 participants nominated by organizations such as the International Olympic Committee, the Paralyzed Veterans of America, and SoldierSocks.

“Some 300 million Americans need to know the full stories of military veterans,” said Patrick Murphy, an Army veteran with service in Iraq, two-term Congressman and current anchor of MSNBC’s Taking The Hill. This is the only national television program dedicated to national security and veterans policy. “The Triumph Games will inspire millions who see the ‘Terrific 12’ compete.”

“Our veteran athletes are role models who embody leadership, integrity, character, perseverance, inspirational winning and success, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles,” said Triumph Games Co-Founder and OurVetSuccess CEO Mary L. Hagy, an Army veteran with service in the Gulf War. “They’re in it to win, but more importantly, these athletes are on the front lines of telling stories of success and valor.”

Al Roker will tell the stories of the athletes and their training via digital and television video content on NBC Sports Network this fall.

Promotional and distribution partners at Comcast, NBCUniversal, Xfinity, WWE Network, and Twitch will bring the Triumph Games to millions of viewers.

Non-profit partners SoldierSocks and the Paralyzed Veterans of America (pva.org), have played key roles in providing medical devices, physical challenge elements, and support on all aspects of game development. OurVetSuccess is dedicated to increasing a positive public awareness by changing the public perception of the US veteran population to one of not only honor, but also leadership and success.

I have seen clips from this competition and the athletes were impressive and inspirational! These games will demonstrate to its many viewers that today’s military vets do not fit the old ideological perception of being handicapped because of the wounds they fell victim to in war.

Keep an eye open for this coming NBC show on the Triumph Games this October.

Schuylerville Starts Strong!

The Schuylerville Black Horses varsity football squad has built upon last year’s success in a big way – with two dominating road wins. They opened on September 4 at Johnstown and came away with a 48-14 victory. The Black Horses followed that up with an even more convincing effort, smashing Broadalbin-Perth 66-7.

Their first home game will be this Friday, September 18, against rival Mechanicville. Photo by MarkBolles.com

Spa Catholic Golf Continues Winning Ways Another triumph for Saratoga Central’s boy’s golf team, which has yet to be bested in three seasons! Their latest win was on Monday, September 14, at Pioneer Hills Golf Course, where they decisively beat Galway High School by a 13-2 margin. The team was led by Peter Francomano (with a score of 42), Terel Tillman (43) and Chloe Ethier (45).

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It Won’t Be Long Now keep out. If your spot has plenty of food, water and cover or is on the way from one of these key areas to another, the deer will be there so keep out until opening day. Finally, keep practicing on the range so that when the opportunity presents itself, the shot will be second nature and backstraps ‘n bacon will soon be sizzling.

Saratoga Tackle Tuesday Bass Challenge Championship

by Tim Blodgett for Saratoga TODAY Do you feel it? Are you seeing the signs? There’s no sense denying it, another summer is coming to a graceful conclusion as fall gathers momentum and draws us into a new season. We’ve had a great summer but it’s time for a change - let the new season begin!

I remember my mother telling me that time will pass faster as I grow older whenever I grew impatient, or I was bored and “didn’t have anything to do”. She must have been speaking from experience because, boy oh boy, was she right!

It seems like only yesterday that I was impatiently waiting for bass season to open and now deer season is almost here and I haven’t done all the things I had planned to do in preparation. Truth be told, I’ve done none of them… so I’m about par for the course. No worries though, I’ll rationalize my lack of preparation by taking satisfaction in knowing that I helped a lot of other people get ready for their fall adventures.

Early archery season begins statewide on October 1. If you were one of those who did your fieldwork and spent the necessary time on the range, I’m sure you will be rewarded with plenty of opportunities for success. Defining success can lead to vigorous debate and even recognizing it can be a challenge sometimes. When you’re at the moment of truth, experiencing towering elation or working through the devastating disappointment of what just happened, it’s easy to define success and failure. In most cases, you have to look for the silver lining, keep a good sense of humor and hope another chance comes your way.

Luck is a funny thing though and it can be a long time between payoffs.

But luck can also be improved with a few simple preparation steps.

With deer hunting - keep in mind that you are trying to sneak into the deer’s home. They can see, hear and smell what’s around them better than you and they know what belongs and what doesn’t. We all have access to the best camouflage and equipment that money can buy.

We also have one thing in common… we stink!

Scent killing soaps, sprays and deodorants all help, as do cover scents that make us smell like something else, but it’s almost impossible to defeat a deer’s nose. Play the wind as well as using all the products at your disposal to reduce the chance of being detected.

In my experience, I’ve had deer look at and walk right up to me because they’re curious creatures. I’ve also had deer come to investigate me while I was making a racket preparing a stand location - but the second they caught my scent - they headed for the hills.

The nose knows as they say so don’t let them smell you no matter how good you smell.

Try not to be over anxious about checking your trail cameras or scouting your hunting area. Time is getting short and you don’t want them to change their habits because you just had to get another look at them. Trust in your knowledge of the area and the deer that live there and

Sunday, September 13th, the ten top teams of our Tuesday Bass Challenge met for the final time of the summer and battled for six hours to see who would come out on top. It took a 15-pound bag to win and the team of John Jenkins and Dave Munger went home with the victory - and $600 to boot.

Throw in another $200 for the lunker weighing 5 ½ pounds and you could say they had a pretty good day!

Second place, and $435 went to Scott Kingston and Mark Bogausch, who fished the whole season without a motor on their bass boat.

$300 went to Tom Kail and Laurie Wells for their third place finish.

Dan Dyer and Jeff Russell earned Angler of the Year honors for their outstanding efforts throughout the summer. I would like to congratulate and thank all who participated in our bass challenge this year and we at Saratoga Tackle are honored by the support they have given us.

It won’t be long now before the hills are ablaze with the colors of fall. You can start to see some of the maples starting to turn - soon they will be in their full glory. Plan on enjoying the changes that are coming soon.

A day trip to the Adirondacks or an autumn boat ride on Sacandaga or Schroon Lake are great ways to take in the sights and maybe catch a few fish if you take your poles with you. Don’t mourn summer’s passing - rejoice in the season ahead.

Tim Blodgett, owner of Saratoga Tackle & Archery, can be reached at (518) 584-3952.

His store is located on Route 9P, Saratoga Lake next to the state boat launch. For further information, visit Saratogatackle.com or find Saratoga Tackle on Facebook.

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Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

COMMUNITY SPORTS BULLETIN Adult Sports and Fitness Opportunities at the Ballston Spa Schools The Ballston Spa Community Education Program is currently offering a variety of adult sports opportunities. Sports programs are held from 8-10 p.m. with Co-ed Indoor Soccer and Co-ed Volleyball held on Mondays and Men’s Basketball on Wednesdays.

A 10-week session begins the week of September 28 and requires a $30 fee for district residents.

The district’s popular Walk About program is starting October 13 and provides a safe, indoor walking course for those interested in a low impact fitness activity. The program continues throughout the year when school is in session. A $15 registration fee is required for this program and non-residents are charged $18 to participate.

Walkers may join the program at any time throughout the session.

Pre-registration is required and fees are due at the beginning of each course. Those interested may register for courses by mail or in-person at the District Office, 70 Malta Avenue, Ballston Spa. Additional information regarding any of the courses offered is available online at www.bscsd.org or by calling 518-884-7195 x 1329.

Saratoga Boys’ CDYBL Basketball Tryouts The Saratoga Boys’ Travel Basketball Club will be conducting tryouts for the upcoming season. The program is open to boys in grades 4 through 8 who attend or reside in the Saratoga Springs school district. Interested players are encouraged to attend both tryout sessions for their grade level,

Send your sports stories or briefs to Arthur Gonick, Sports Editor at arthur@saratoga publishing.com

and arrive at least 20 minutes early to complete the registration process. To help defer the cost, a non-refundable $10 registration fee will be collected at the time of registration.

Gavin Park is located at 10 Lewis Road, Wilton.

To register, email swscsoccer@gmail.com

Try Out Schedule:

Town of Malta Fall Activities Brochure Now Available

Saturday, September 26 at Saratoga Springs High School: - 4th, 5th, 6th grade - 1 to 2:30 p.m.

- 7th and 8th grade - 2:30 to 4 p.m.

Monday, September 28, at Saratoga Recreation Center on Vanderbilt Avenue: - 4th, 5th, 6th grade - 6 to 7 p.m.

- 7th and 8th grade - 7 to 8 p.m.

For more information contact Mitch Snyder at mitchsnyder200@hotmail.com.

Saratoga Wilton Soccer Club Announces Free Fall Soccer Clinics for Boys and Girls Ages 7-11 The Saratoga Wilton Soccer Club is offering free fall soccer clinics at Gavin Park this fall. The clinics are designed for soccer players who are looking for advanced skills training in a fun and encouraging environment.

These clinics utilize drills; exercises and games that will help each player build a quality first touch, close control, confidence and soccer awareness. The clinics utilize a progressive systematic approach to player development by utilizing the most effective youth training techniques.

The program is directed by Miguel Hoyos, licensed coach and former professional soccer player.

Schedule through October 22: Tuesdays 6-7:30 p.m., boys’ age 7-11 Thursdays 6-7:30 p.m., girls’ age 7-11

The Town of Malta’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Human Services Fall Activities Brochure is now available on their online registration site: www.maltaparksrec.com. Registration for your favorite activities has started! New classes, sports programs and special events are scheduled to begin in September. Call the Malta Community Center at 518-8994411 for more information.

Ballston Spa School District Offers Community Swim Opportunities 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 Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 5:30-6:30 p.m. 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-To-Swim 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

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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 518-8847150 ext. 2324.

Register now for Intro to Ice Skating This program is designed to introduce adults and children as young as 3 to the exciting world of iceskating and to build upon skills already learned.

All ages and abilities welcome.

Classes will begin Tuesday, October 27 and will be grouped by age and ability. Register before Oct 4 and take advantage of early bird pricing.

Early bird registration fee is $50 for Saratoga Springs City residents and $70 for non Saratoga Springs City residents. Fees go up $25 after Oct 4th. Sign up at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center 15 Vanderbilt Avenue from Monday ­Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., or Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. To register online, email recreservations@saratogasprings.org. Visit www.SaratogaRec. com or call 518-587-3500, ext. 2300 for more information.

CAPTAIN Invites the Community to Participate in A Walk in the PARK The staff, boards, and volunteers of CAPTAIN Youth and Family

Services invite the public to participate in a 2-mile Walk in the PARK around Clifton Park on Saturday, October 17.

The Walk’s goal is to inform the community of the valuable contributions that CAPTAIN Youth and Family services makes to improve the lives of the residents of our community - and to raise the needed funds to maintain a wide range of imperative programs that help reduce the pressing social issues facing our schools and neighborhoods: youth homelessness, poverty, bullying, hunger, academic failure and family dysfunction.

A day of fun and interesting activities are planned for the whole family including face painting, refreshments and door prizes. All who reside, work, and visit Saratoga County are encouraged to come out and enjoy a walk with the community while helping CAPTAIN provide basic and necessary assistance to friends, classmates, and neighbors in their times of need.

The Walk will begin at 9 a.m. on October 17 with registration starting at 8:30 a.m. at the CAPTAIN Main office – 5 Municipal Plaza, Clifton Park (Town Safety Building).

Registration fees are $20 per family ($25 day of the event), or $10 for individuals ($12 day of the event).

Group rates are available. You may also register online at www.

captaincares.org. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.

There will also be an open house at CAPTAIN Youth and Family Services main office.

Representatives will be available to answer questions about CAPTAIN’s programs and services.

Week of September 18 – September 24, 2015

Take the Challenge!

15th Annual Great Pumpkin Challenge to Benefit Saratoga Bridges

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Four Wilton Moms to Bike for One Great Cause Team “Pinky Promise” Seeks Support WILTON — Four Wilton moms (Kristina Derlinga, Mary Fornabia, Sue Lipscomb and Nicole Banagan) have teamed up to participate in a three-day, 245-mile bicycle ride to raise both funds and awareness for young women facing breast cancer. The quartet, which has dubbed themselves “Team Pinky Promise,” will be part of this year’s YSC (Young Survival Coalition) Tour de Pink East Coast Ride.

The will depart from Frazer, PA, a suburb of Philadelphia on Friday, October 9 and finish on Sunday, October 11 at Rehoboth Beach, DE.

Take the Family on a Hunt for History and Horses!

Scenes from the 2014 Great Pumpkin Challenge.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — MVP Health Care will present the 15th Annual Great Pumpkin Challenge, which will be held rain or shine at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 17 at the Columbia Pavilion in the Saratoga Spa State Park. A great community event, it is limited to 2,000 registrants and will feature 5K & 10K races as well as a Children’s Fun Run. All proceeds benefit Saratoga Bridges’ programs and services.

Long-sleeve moisture wicking shirts and free raffle tickets are given to everyone who registers by October 1. There is no day-of-event registration. The 5K/10K Fees are $25 (prior to 10/1); $28 (prior to event). The children’s fun run has a fee of $5 for ages 12 and under.

In addition to the 5K, 10K and children’s fun run, the event will include NET chip timing, disposable bibs/chips, give-aways from MVP Health Care and other sponsors; homemade refreshments, food and drinks from sponsors Price Chopper, Dunkin’ Donuts,

Freihofer’s Baking Co. and others; favorite pumpkin and costume contests and many raffle prizes.

Online registration, course maps and parking information can be found at www.saratogabridges.org/ fundraising-events/great-pumpkinchallenge. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for this event there is an online sponsorship form on the website as well.

For more information, contact Heather Varney at 518-587-0723 ext. 1266 or email hvarney@ saratogabridges.org.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will present a unique and family-friendly scavenger hunt on Saturday, October 3 at Saratoga Race Course entitled “The Hunt for History and Horses.” The event takes place from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The scavenger hunt will tour teams around the historic Saratoga Race Course grounds while learning about the history of thoroughbred racing and its connection to Saratoga Springs.

Following the hunt, there will be pony rides, prizes and refreshments, including apple cider and doughnuts. Coinciding with the event, the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will offer free admission throughout the day and there will be several artists and vendors on hand with unique equine-themed merchandise for sale.

The cost for the scavenger hunt is $20 for one child and adult and $10 per additional adult and $5 per additional child. Ages five and younger are admitted free with an accompanying adult. To register, visit: regonline. com/huntforhistoryandhorses or call Maureen Mahoney at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame at 518-584-0400 ext. 109.

The four women will join about 200 other riders on the trip.

Nicole Banagan noted, “This incredible journey promises to inspire each of us! While riding alongside breast cancer survivors, their supporters and cycling enthusiasts, we will instantly become a part of the amazing Tour de Pink family. We each have our own reasons for joining in this effort, and we are each committed to supporting Young Survival Coalition, which is a premier non-profit organization dedicated to providing support

and education to young women affected by breast cancer.”

Team Pinky Promise’s team goal is to raise $10,000. To learn more about supporting their efforts, visit east.ysctourdepink. org/4pinkypromise.

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First Win for BH/BL on Home “Turf”

BALLSTON LAKE — The Burnt Hills/Ballston Lake field hockey squad about to score in the first half against Saratoga Springs in their game on Monday, September 14. The Spartans eventually won 3-2 on the last play in regulation time – the first victory registered on BH/BL’s new turf field. Photo by MarkBolles.com