Saratoga TODAY October 18-24, 2019

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Blue Streaks Hall of Fame

2019 INDUCTEES

by Lindsay Wilson Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Friday, October 11, the Teaching Auditorium of Saratoga Springs High School was filled with Blue Streak students, athletes, parents and local supporters as six alumni were inducted into the Blue Streaks’ Hall of Fame.

Newly appointed athletic director Nicholas McPartland and second term superintendent Mike Patton acknowledged

not only the athletes for their tremendous contributions to athletics both while they were students and for their careers beyond, but the families and local community supporters for their continuous support.

The inductees were introduced by varying members of the community including Rich Johns, of Act with Respect Always, Mitch Snyder, teacher and coach at SSHS and former superintendent Dr. MacFadden.

See Story pg. 44

NEW HOME FOR CODE BLUE

Tim Parker, Blue Streak Hall of Fame Inductee, joined by his son during his acceptance speech on Friday, October 11, 2019. Photo by Lindsay Wilson.

Meet the Candidates: Malta & Greenfield

Temporary location for the city’s Code Blue emergency shelter at 4 Adelphi St. on Oct. 11, 2019. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos. See Story pg. 16

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga County’s elections are set for the beginning of next month, on Tuesday, Nov. 5, with voting being between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m.

To better inform voters about who is running in some of the towns in Saratoga County, the

candidates for Supervisor and Town Council have provided their platforms and what they believe to be the most pressing issue in their town.

This week, the Malta and the Town of Greenfield candidates are being featured.

See pgs. 12 & 13

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Neighbors:

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

Snippets of Life From Your Community

INTERVIEW & PHOTO BY: Thomas Dimopoulos

Who: Tanya Tobias Where: Saratoga Arts, Broadway

Q. Where are you from originally?

A. I grew up in Queensbury.

Q. How long have you worked at Saratoga Arts?

A. Twelve years.

Q. What are you working on today?

A. We’re doing a lot of First Night stuff. October is one of the busiest preparation months for First Night Saratoga.

Q. Any surprises happening at this year’s festival you can reveal?

A. There is a big surprise. But I can’t say it yet.

Q. What have been the biggest changes in Saratoga since you have been here?

A. It’s busier and more lively. It’s always been a

destination spot, but it seems like foot traffic has exponentially increased - not just in the summer, but well into the fall and also earlier in the spring. It’s busier and more exciting.

Q. Who would play you in the movie of your life?

A. Sandra Bullock.

Q. What arts are you personally drawn to?

A. My background is in art history. Before I came here, I worked in museums, so that is where I’m personally drawn to. my husband’s a big music fan, he really likes blues music and jazz, so he spends a lot of time going to concerts, at SPAC and especially in Lake George where they have their free jazz concerts.

Tanya Tobias is the Associated Director of Saratoga Arts.

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

NEWS 3

Old Red Spring Springs Back Photos provided.

City of Saratoga Springs Commissioner of Public Works Anthony "Skip" Scirocco.

by Kevin Matyi Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Old Red Spring, also known as the Beauty Spring, on High Rock Avenue in Saratoga Springs is open for public use again, Department of Public Works Commissioner Anthony Scirocco announced last week on Friday, Oct. 11.

The spring was closed due to a remediation project that started last fall and was completed by contractors hired by National Grid.

The remediation work included the “removal, st abi lizat ion/s olidif ic at ion, and/or containment of soil contamination from the historical production of gas” from the property, according to the official press release.

The Old Red Spring was first discovered around 1784 by Samuel North. It gets its name from the rusty deposits due to being a chalybeate spring with high iron

From left: Deputy Commissioner of Public Works Joseph J. O'Neill, III; Executive Assistant to the Commissioner Rachael Fragomeni; City of Saratoga Springs Commissioner of Public Works Anthony "Skip" Scirocco; City Maintience Mechanic Phil Steffen; City Plummer Dennis Gailor.

content. Chalybeate springs are those that have mineral spring waters with iron salts.

According to www.saratoga. com, Saratoga County has 21 public springs, most being naturally carbonated and each with different compositions, leading to different tastes.

According to the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center, the springs’ water was trapped underground by limestone capped with shale.

Eventually, the shale fractured due to a fault line, and the water found its way to the surface, now including various dissolved minerals from the rocks.

The release also stated that the project was overseen by various groups, such as the USEPA, NYSDEC and NYSDOH, and that it involved “numerous engineering and construction firms” along with “cooperation from nearby business owners and the City’s Department of Public Works who operates underground utilities as well as the Old Red Spring Pavilion.”

The Department of Public Works conducted work related to the fountain itself, such as painting the pavilion, improving internal plumbing and installing new copper spouts.

The release concluded “the scope and complexity of the project required a cooperative, full-team effort in order to achieve its goals and completion deadline.

The project site has since been meticulously restored and the general public is now welcomed back to enjoy the mineral water provided by the Old Red Spring.”

For more information, contact Michael Veitch at 518-587-3550, or visit www.saratoga-springs.org.

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WILTON — Kenneth A. Kuba, 80, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2019 at his home in Wilton.

At his request, no services will be held. He will be laid to rest with military honors at noon on Friday, October 18, 2019 at the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville.

Online remembrances can be made at burkefuneralhome.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — John J. Pompay, Jr. (Jack), 84, passed away October 8, 2019.

Calling hours 9-10 a.m. Friday, October 18, 2019 at Church of St. Peter. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m.; burial with military honors St. Peter’s Cemetery.

Memorial donations to Community Hospice of Saratoga or Saratoga Central Catholic High.

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Rose Mary Schlonski

She was a member of Catholic Daughters of the Americas, the Ladies of Charity, and the Christian Women’s Club.

In her leisure, she enjoyed trying various new foods and decorating greeting cards.

In addition to her husband and parents, she is predeceased by her sisters Filomena Colangelo Barrett and Frances Johns and a brother Charles Crimaldi Jr. Survivors include her three sons, Anthony Schlonski Derrick and his wife Melissa of Glens Falls, Steven Schlonski and his wife Lori of Colorado Springs CO, and Jeff Schlonski of Saratoga Springs, and her grandchildren, Amanda, Emily, Judy, and Sean Derrick and Brandon and Cameron Schlonski.

Family and friends may call from 4-6 p.m. on Sunday, October 20, at the Tunison Funeral Home, 105 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 21, at St. Clement’s Church, 231 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery, 983 Watervliet Shaker Rd., Albany.

Memorial donations can be made in her memory to Catholic Daughters of the Americas, 40 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Online remembrances can be made at tunisonfuneralhome.com

Funeral Homes

Memories may fade, but Obituaries last a lifetime

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Rose Mary Schlonski, formerly of Albany Street, Saratoga Springs, passed away peacefully at Wesley Health Care Center on Saturday, October 12, 2019. She was 90 years old.

Born on November 3, 1928 in Staten Island, she was the daughter of the late Charles Crimaldi and Rose Ann Marquetta Crimaldi.

She married her husband, Anthony Joseph Schlonski, on September 20, 1960. He passed away in 1987.

Rose worked for many years at Grand Union in Saratoga Springs as a clerk.

Funeral Homes

GANSEVOORT — On Sunday, October 13, 2019, Peter Henry Schmidt passed away.

He was born September 29, 1926.

A private service will be held for family and close friends at Gansevoort Cemetery Friday, October 18, 2019 at 11 a.m.

Memorial donations can be made to St. Theresa’s Chapel.

Visit burkefuneralhome.com.

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Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

COURT Maverick J. Bush, 31, of Ballston Spa, was sentenced Oct. 10 to 3 years in state prison, after pleading to attempted burglary in the second-degree.

Gerald J. Rogers, 49, of Porter Corners, pleaded Oct. 10 to felony DWI, in Milton.

Sentencing Dec. 10.

Maximilian J. Bruno, 27, of Ballston Spa, was sentenced Oct. 10 to five years of probation, after pleading to felony burglary, in Milton.

Melissa S. Goodhue, 25, of Milton, was sentenced to five years of probation, after pleading to felony grand larceny.

Dillon J. Sears, 24, of Glenville, pleaded Oct. 11 to attempted disseminating indecent material, a felony, in Ballston.

Sentencing Dec. 6.

Sean M. Halper, 30, of Oxford, Alabama, was sentenced Oct. 11 to five years of probation, after pleading to attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance, in the town of Saratoga.

Fred F. Albright, III, was sentenced Oct. 11 to six months in jail, after pleading to felony DWI. Justin N. Ware, 27, of Troy, was sentenced Oct. 15 to five years of probation, after pleading to criminal contempt in the first-degree, in Saratoga Springs.

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POLICE Tharman Griffin, 40, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Oct. 8 with misdemeanor DWI, and the felonies: criminal possession of a controlled substance, and tampering with physical evidence.

Kevin Saxton, 31, of Queensbury, was charged Oct. 8 with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the third-degree, after being involved in a motor vehicle accident on State Route 50.

Kathryn Fasano, 45, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Oct. 10 with criminal contempt/violating order of protection, a felony.

Forrest Jenkins, 24, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Oct.

BLOTTER 5 10 with criminal mischief/ damaging another person’s property, a felony.

Robert Faith, 34, of Greenfield Center, was charged Oct. 10 with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, unlawful possession of marijuana, and criminal possession of a controlled substance.

David Bodenstab, 59, of Corinth, was charged Oct. 11 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor DWI, and aggravated DWI, as well as a driving violation.

Diheiry Lopez-Lanzo, 34, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Oct. 11 with welfare fraud in the third-degree, and offering a false instrument

for filing in the first-degree.

Both charges are felonies.

while using a portable device, and a driving violation.

Naquwan Williamson, 30, of Cohoes, was charged Oct. 13 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor DWI , operating a motor vehicle

Jose Lopez, 27, of Amsterdam, was charged Oct. 13 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor DWI, and two vehicle equipment violations.

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Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

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MALTA — The League of Women Voters will be holding an event for the Malta Town Council candidates in the upcoming election at Panza’s Restaurant on South Broadway on Thursday, Oct. 24, at 7 p.m.

After the moderator gives opening remarks, the candidates will be given two minutes for opening statements, and one

minute for their closing statement at the end.

The event is open to all members of the media and public, and there will be hor d’oeuvres and a cash bar.

For more information, contact Charlotte Druschel, Voter Services for the League of Women Voters, Saratoga County, at 518-331-1226, or at vslwvsc@gmail.com.

Wilton Wildlife Preserve Calls For Photography Entries WILTON — The Wilton Wildlife Preserve’s Photography Contest is ongoing, with the deadline set on Monday, Nov. 4. Entries can be submitted to info@wiltonpreserve.org with the photograph file as a .jpeg, name, address, phone number, email, each submission’s title and the participant’s age, if under 13.

Prizes will be awarded in the categories Best in Show, Best Nature in Winter, Best Featuring Conservation, Best Featuring Education, Best Featuring Recreation, Best Nature in Autumn, Best Animal Shot, Best

NEW YORK — Due to people turning on their furnaces and other appliances for the first time for the upcoming cold weather, the NYSEG and RG&E have posted a notice to help people avoid dangerous situations resulting from natural gas leaks.

Natural gas is colorless and odorless, but to help detect problems, a substance is added to the gas to give it a smell like rotten eggs. If there is a leak,

there may also be a hissing or whistling sound.

If you see a white cloud, mist, fog or bubbles in standing water or blowing dust, or if vegetation appears to be dead or dying for no reason, it may be due to natural gas.

The NYSEG and RG&E recommend that if you suspect a natural gas leak do not smoke or operate electric switches of appliances, and to get out. Then call the NYSEG at 1-800-572-1121.

7th Annual Toys For Toga

Photo provided.

Photo provided.

Karner Blue Butterfly and Best Under 13-years-old.

Selected photos will be on display at the Park Office from Dec. 16 to April 1, 2020.

For more information, visit www.wiltonpreserve.org.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Discover Saratoga, DeCrescente Distributing, Druthers Brewing and Death Wish Coffee have all partnered together to initiate the 7th annual Toys for Toga campaign, which will start in conjunction with the 14th annual Discover Saratoga Restaurant Week, from Nov. 4 to Nov. 10.

During the campaign, participating businesses will place

a cardboard box in or around their business, where community members can donate new, unwrapped toys.

The boxes will be collected at the end of the campaign, during the week of Dec. 10. The toys will be distributed to several service centers, including Saratoga Springs’ Franklin Community Center.

For more information, contact John Vilca at j.vilca@ddcbev.com.

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

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Want Some Free Flowers?

by Kevin Matyi Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Dehn’s Flowers, located in Saratoga Springs and Milton, will be out on the streets on Wednesday, Oct. 23, as part of

the Society of American Florist’s Petal It Forward campaign.

According to the Society’s website, the campaign is simply “florists nationwide randomly surprise people on the street with flowers” and that in the 2018 campaign

“lucky recipients received two bouquets — one to keep, and one to share with a friend, family member, co-worker, or even a complete stranger.”

For more information, visit Dehn’s website at www. dehnsflowers.com.

Photo provided.

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Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

Fighting Fires and Cancer

by Kevin Matyi Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs Firefighters are wearing pink shirts throughout the entirety of October to raise awareness of breast cancer.

Additionally, they are working with Impressions of Saratoga to sell the shirts in a range of styles and adult sizes. The

shirts will only be available for purchase at Impressions and the Saratoga Springs Fire Department Open House, held earlier this month on Saturday, Oct. 12.

Funds from selling the shirts help raise money for local breast cancer support services and organizations. This year, all funds will be donated to the Cadoret family.

Sara Cadoret, wife of a Saratoga Springs police officer,

was diagnosed with brease cancer last year, and has since gone through surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. She is now expected to make a full recovery, but still has reconstruction surgeries in the future.

For more information, visit the firefighters’ website at www. saratogaspringsfirefighters.org, or Impressions of Saratoga’s website, at www.impressionssaratoga.com.

A display of the type of shirts the fire fighters are wearing to raise awareness for breast cancer. Photo provided.

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Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

Urban Roots’s Anniversary Party Photo provided.

by Kevin Matyi Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Last week, on Tuesday, Oct. 15, Urban Roots in Saratoga Springs held its first anniversary party, with celebrations lasting from the doors in the Fresh

Market plaza opening at 7 a.m. to a ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate the anniversary at 5:30 p.m.

Some of the celebrations included raffle prizes, tastings, discounted merchandise and $3 avocado and toast.

The event’s official press release

Photo WEEK OF THE

Photo submitted by Michael Nelson.

states that Urban Roots “serves up edgy music, cold-pressed juice, to-die-for avocado toasts, smoothies and smoothie bowls, homemade soups, and coming soon… sous vide egg bits, power bowls, and a whole lot more.”

For more information, visit www.urbanrootsjuice.com.

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Letters TO THE EDITOR

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Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

Letters EDITOR TO THE

City Above Political Party Towne for Wilton Town Justice Saratogian’s,

Dear Editor,

I have had the great privilege to work and personally get to know Michele Madigan, Saratoga Springs Commissioner of Finance. Michele is an incredible person, who has in my opinion worked only to better our city and improve the lives for all those in our community.

I am writing this letter in support of David Towne in the upcoming election for Wilton Town Justice. I have known David for nearly 25 years, and cannot imagine a better, more fair, or more qualified person to reside as our town’s Judge. David has served as our Town Justice for eight years, since retiring as Senior Investigator with the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Department. He had a long and distinguished career there, which included working on many high profile cases and being the recipient of the Department’s Medal of Valor award. David is one of a select few law enforcement officers from our area to have graduated from the prestigious FBI National Academy. The glowing endorsements and awards that he received during his tenure speaks to the quality of his work for the department, and his commitment to keeping our community safe.

As a young person I value a candidate who not just speaks on the issues but can actually produce results and that person, full stop, is Michele Madigan. I attended Saratoga Springs High School and during my time there I founded the first “young democrats club” in Saratoga County and worked to elect democrats and support progressive causes.

I am proud to be a democrat as is Michele Madigan, and although she may not be on the democratic line come November, I encourage all young democrats and frankly all people to come out and vote for Michele Madigan on the Working Family’s Party and Independence Lines.

Over her tenure she has worked to install a solar park providing forty percent of city energy, has a plan to convert all city vehicles to electric power, to advance the city’s recycling system and provide more e-car charging stations throughout the city.

Beyond that Commissioner Madigan has an incredible record of stable property tax rates, surpluses, and the refinancing of debt to save the city millions.

I understand that at times it’s hard to deviate from your party line, but the position of Commissioner of Finance is important and the person we elect will either have the necessary experience and dedication to better our city (Michele Madigan) or potentially throw our city off course.

I hope that Commissioner Madigan’s message of a “One Saratoga” to unite our city and drive positive action prevails as in our nation there is already far too much division. So, come November 6th, 2019 democrats, republicans, independents, please vote for Michele Madigan as she will always put city above party, and people before politics.

- MATTHEW TAYLOR

David’s experiences from his years as a Police Officer and Investigator have served him well throughout his two terms as Town Justice. That said, in knowing him well, I believe that his strong character and personal integrity are the traits that have led to his excelling in the position. David has lived a purposeful life, full of accomplishment; but remains humble and empathetic. David is an excellent Judge because he knows the law and enforces it, while also remaining pragmatic and dedicated to helping people.

The desire to help people has not only shaped David’s career, it has also motivated him to volunteer his time and talent in our community for decades.

David has coached our children on the playing fields and mentored them in the classroom, having been appointed as Juvenile Justice Accessible Magistrate, as well as a student mentor for law enforcement and in the court system. David’s commitment to our Youth is undeniable, enriching their lives while helping to build skills that will positively impact society for years to come. David has also served on various Town Boards as well. We are fortunate to have a man with David’s experience and devotion to public service serving as Town Justice. There are plenty of others who agree with my assessment of David, as he has been endorsed by the Republican, Conservative, Libertarian and Independent parties.

Please join me in voting for David Towne to serve his third term as Wilton Town Justice on November 5.

- JACK PARRISH

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Letters EDITOR TO THE

City Stability Finance Commissioner Madigan’s opponent has suggested that the City Finance Office pretty much runs itself, and citizens won’t notice a difference no matter who is elected in November. I think she is very wrong.

We only have to remember the condition of the city’s finances before Commissioner Madigan took office in 2012.

Under the commissioner Michele Madigan replaced, the city had experienced severe budget cuts resulting in the layoff of city employees including police, firefighters, and public works employees. In spite of the layoffs and program cuts, the 2010 city budget still included a 7.8 percent tax increase.

Commissioner Madigan took that dismal financial situation and turned the city’s finances around by smart budgeting and initiating money saving practices. She refinanced city debt twice saving the city $3.6 million. Her sound management has earned the city a AA+ bond rating reducing the interest rates the city pays. Best of all, her financial skills enabled the city to bring back laid off city employees while keeping the city’s tax rate stable for seven years.

Today even Commissioner Madigan’s opponent has admitted that Saratoga Springs enjoys one of the strongest local economies in upstate New York.

This did not happen by accident. It is alarming that Commissioner Madigan’s opponent doesn’t realize that.

- JANE WEIHE

Trust and Teamwork Two years ago, I made a mistake and did not vote for Meg Kelly for mayor. This year I will.

Kelly has earned everyone’s vote. She has accomplished far more in her first term than the previous mayor did in 4 years.

I am most impressed how she built trust and teamwork throughout city hall including with Commissioners Michele Madigan, John Franck, Skip Scirocco, and Peter Martin.

While Martin decided not to run, I’m confident that Robin Dalton will join the team and be an effective Commissioner of Public Safety.

This team unclogged years of delays getting the City Center garage and Geyser Trails approved. Under Meg’s leadership, they also moved to a new temporary city hall after the fire and were functioning in only 5 days. And they did all of this without increasing taxes.

Kelly has been very vocal describing Commissioner Madigan as an important partner whose re-election is critical to keeping the team productive.

This is a great year to split your ticket, although every one of my recommended candidates can be voted for on the Independence ticket.

- RICHARD SELLERS

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NEWS

Schuylerville Public Library Wins Innovative Public Director Award SCHUYLERVILLE — Earlier this month, the Southern Adirondack Library System congratulated Caitlin Johnson, Executive Director of the Schuylerville Public Library, for winning the Mary Bobinski Innovative Public Director Award.

The award recognizes a public library director who has developed or implemented an innovative program which led to increased financial support and usage of the library.

Under Johnson, the Schuylerville Public Library’s circulation increased 38%, library visits by 32%, program attendance by 118% and summer reading participation by 427%.

Caitlin Johnson. Photo provided.

Johnson has also ushered in various construction projects, like an accessible ramp and sidewalks, interior rennovations, handicap bathrooms and a 500 square-foot addition to the library.

For more information, visit the Southern Adirondack Library system’s website, at salsblog.sals.edu.

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

MEET THE CANDIDATES: TOWN OF GREENFIELD SUPERVISOR:

COUNCIL MEMBER:

Dan Pemrick

Ty Stacey Greenfield is the largest town in Saratoga County and includes Middle Grove, Porter Corners, Greenfield Center and some of Route 9 referred to as Maple Avenue. As a result we continually look for ways to develop and foster a sense of community within our town.

We are accomplishing this by continually developing our parks and expand out recreational programs and activities for our citizens of all ages.

With close to 100 miles of roads in our town and a growing population we will continue to support our excellent Highway Department and our Road Improvement Program that works to keep us all safe. We have improved our website making it more interactive and useful. We have a strong presence on Facebook and use this tool to communicate with our residents, announce events and keep the public informed.

COUNCIL MEMBER: MaryAnn Johnson

Candidate did not respond.

I am looking forward to the opportunity to give back to a community that I benefitted from while growing up.

As a volunteer, I have had the opportunity to chair a Veteran’s Committee that developed the Greenfield Veteran’s plaques on display in the Town Board meeting room. I also chaired a Recreation Committee which devised a plan that recommended the development of a park in the hamlet of Greenfield Center and a pavilion at the Park across from Brookhaven Golf Course.

If I am fortunate enough to serve as a Councilman, I look forward to assisting the Town in developing and maintaining the recreational opportunities for all citizens with the main focus on youth programs.

As with any community, there is a balance that needs to maintained between development and the rural character of Greenfield. Our zoning law has been designed to be a living document to assist in guiding the Town during development. Along with a growing Town, a highway department needs to be supported in order to ensure the safety of our citizens throughout the year.

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Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

MEET THE CANDIDATES: MALTA SUPERVISOR:

COUNCIL MEMBER:

COUNCIL MEMBER:

COUNCIL MEMBER:

Darren O’Connor

Matt Coldrick

Craig Warner

Timothy Dunn

Malta has continued to enjoy the success of Saratoga County.

Malta residents have no General Town tax, many parks, trails and substantial recreation programs. Maintaining this quality of life for our families and residents is essential.

Complete Streets Projects make Malta safe to drive, bike and walk. While these contribute to our quality of life we need to take a serous look at the town’s water and sewer inferstucture keeping families safe and healthy. As chairman of the Water and Sewer Committee we have modeled progress in looking at the needs throughout town. Under my platform I plan to continue bringing overlooked options in getting needed water and sewer infrastructure.

My platform is based around a few simple concepts - a focus on good land use and economic development planning to create jobs, bolstering support for our families and seniors, and approaching both priorities with an overriding focus on keeping the Town tax free.

Under our platform, Malta will: maintain its position as a very low tax town; strengthen our residents’ identity with the Town by spearheading such projects as the complete streets initiative in our downtown scheduled to begin soon; continue to offer vibrant recreational programs and park and trail access; and facilitate economic development in specified corridors to ensure financial stability for future generations.

The most pressing issues facing the Town at present are the needs for better water and sewer infrastructure and for appropriate development in the open areas both in commercial zones and in Luther Forest Technology Campus. Our water and sewer committee (chaired by Craig Warner) is addressing infrastructure issues and is in the final stages of providing an option for public water supply in the Maltaville neighborhoods. Our economic development committee (chaired by Tim Dunn) is working with Saratoga County economic development agencies to seize upon the zoning changes recently implemented and realize Malta’s vision of combining economic well-being with our treasured family-friendly atmosphere.

Smart growth and development: striking a balance for Malta residents by ensuring growth that recognizes the connection between development and quality of life.

Preserve green space: preserve and protect greenspace and farmland in Malta by concentrating commercial development in the downtown district where possible.

Complete streets: encourage the development of pedestrian and bicyclist friendly trails and rights of way to better connect the communities and neighborhoods of Malta.

The most pressing issue in the town is the move toward unabated commercial development along multiple corridors.

We need to take a step back and look at how development interacts with the existing town and plan in a way that is both sustainable and efficient, paying particular emphasis to attract locally owned businesses where possible. We can be smart about growth and still maintain a zero rate town general tax. Rushing full steam ahead with development will result in an influx of franchise and national chain businesses that don’t have “skin in the game” in the longterm success of the town. We can see already from the rush to build Ellsworth Commons that, unlike the Field of Dreams, if you build it, they don’t necessarily always come.

The most pressing issue facing the town is water and sewer infrastructure to support economic development. As development continues, existing households should benefit too. If we expect to continue our quality of life we need a plan for the town to follow. Maltaville Water District is progressing and addresses the quality, fire safety and capacity of existing water never explored. Economic Development, chaired

by Tim Dunn, is vital to the needed services of the community; this benefits our town’s share in our sales tax formula.

I think the most pressing need in our Town is developing out the Luther Forest Tech Park and commercial areas on 9 & 67.

With GLOBALFOUNDRIES’ decreasing assessment, we need to broaden the base of entities providing tax revenue if we want to see the continued high quality of services at the Town level. This is also vitally important to keeping school taxes in check, because despite not paying any taxes to the Town, GLOBALFOUNDRIES is a huge part of our school district’s tax base. Without new businesses coming into Town, we risk having to face the unpleasant options of a reduction in services or new taxes and fees. I want my kids and yours to have great opportunities in Malta, so I’m working hard every day to tackle this.

Visit www.malta-town.org/152/Elections for voting registration details and a complete list of Malta districts and their designated voting locations.

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NEWS

Free Household Hazardous Collection Day for City Residents SARATOGA SPRINGS — The city of Saratoga Springs Department of Public works and NYS Department of Environmental Conservation hosts a Household Hazardous Collection Day 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26, at the Weibel Avenue Ice Rink.

This event provides the opportunity to safely dispose of a variety of materials such as poisons, pesticides, solvents, paints, batteries, aerosol cans, fluorescent light tubes, and more. A full list of acceptable and non-acceptable materials can be found on the city

website. The event is open to City of Saratoga Springs residents only.

Pre-registration is required and due to the high expected turnout, applications will be accommodated on a space-available basis only.

For more information, visit the City website at saratoga-springs.org.

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

Spa City Goes Electric, Begins Transition from Gas to Electric Vehicles

Tonko in Ceremonial "First Charge" at Electrify America EV Charging Station in Albany ALBANY — Democrat Congressman Paul Tonko was joined by Albany County Executive Dan McCoy and Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan to celebrate the completion of a new charging station in Albany last week.

At the event, Electrify America marked its sixth charging station to open along the New York State Thruway in 10 months. The stations, located approximately 80 miles apart and featuring a total of 20 chargers, provide convenient access to ultra-fast EV charging for drivers on the high-traffic route that connects New York City and other major cities in the state including Buffalo, Syracuse and Albany.

More than 250 million vehicles travel the Thruway annually.

“As a longtime advocate for expanding EV infrastructure

throughout our Capital Region, I am honored and excited to join Electrify America to conduct the first of what will certainly be many vehicle charges at this Albany station,” said Tonko, in a statement.

The Congressman in the 20th District also serves as Chairman of the Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Environment & Climate Change in the U.S. House of Representatives.

The Electrify America charging stations throughout New York include: • Walmart Supercenter in Albany (141 Washington Ave. Ext.) • Walmart Supercenter in Newburgh (1201 NY-300) • Denny’s/Red Roof Inn in Herkimer (between 701 Mohawk St. and 100 Marginal Rd.) • Waterloo Premium Outlets in Waterloo (655 NY-318)

• Walmart Supercenter in Cheektowaga (2500 Walden Ave.) • Walmart Supercenter in Fredonia (10401 Bennett Rd.) Between 2019 and 2021, Electrify America plans to make its largest investment in ultra-fast charging stations within the New York City metro region, building an additional 12-18 new stations.

Electrify America LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Volkswagen Group of America expects to install or have under development approximately 800 total charging station sites with about 3,500 chargers by December 2021.

To locate a charging location and their associated power levels, electric vehicle drivers should check the Electrify America mobile app or website at www.electrifyamerica. com/locate-charger.

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The City Council this week approved the purchase of two electric vehicles for city use, as it begins to modernize its fleet.

The recommendation to obtain the vehicles, at a total cost of $50,000, was made by Finance Commissioner Michele Madigan, responding to revenue received by the city in late August related to tipping fees generated by the landfill located in the Town of Northumberland.

The electric vehicles will replace existing gasolinepowered vehicles being used by the Building Department and

by Parking Enforcement that are each over 12-years-old.

“Upgrading to electric vehicles will not only positively impact the environment, but also ensures that city personnel are driving vehicles that meet the most current safety requirements and lessens the city’s future repair and maintenance obligations,” Madigan said.

“What we’re working on right now, while we’re ordering them, is where we’re going to place the chargers (charging stations) for the two vehicles,” Madigan said. “That’s the next thing we have to start looking at as we begin transitioning our fleet to electric vehicles: where are we going to start placing the electric charging stations.”

The City received $118,492.25 in revenue related to the landfillgenerated tipping fees on Aug. 28.

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

NEWS 15

WHEN YOU ‘THINK PINK’ THINK MAMMOGRAM Don’t Put Off This Important Cancer Screening

by Mildred Aviles for Saratoga TODAY It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and pink is everywhere.

It’s a powerful, wonderful reminder to support breast cancer patients and survivors and the research that is helping them live longer and better.

Pink is also about prevention and early detection—and that means mammograms.

We live in one of the healthiest counties in New York state, yet we lag behind in a critical measure of women’s health: mammography screening.

More than one in five, or 22.1%, of Saratoga County women ages 50 to 74 are skipping their mammograms. If you’re one of these women, you’re missing out on the best chance to find breast cancer early, when treatment tends to be more effective—and your odds of survival are higher.

Saratoga County’s mammography screening rate is lower than that of both the Capital Region and New York state as a whole, excluding New York City.

We can do better. And that will save lives.

WHAT’S STOPPING YOU? Those of us who work in healthcare hear the excuses all the time. “It costs too much.” “I work, so I don’t have time.” “No one in my family has ever had breast cancer.”

IN FACT: • There’s no cost to you. New York state has eliminated annual deductibles and co-payments for annual mammograms—and Saratoga Hospital has taken it a step further. We’ve been offering advanced 3-D mammography since 2015. If your insurance

company doesn’t cover the highertech 3-D scans, don’t worry.

We cover the difference. It’s important to us that you have your mammogram and benefit from the best technology available.

We also have a no-cost program for patients who don’t have insurance. If you’re uninsured or underinsured, don’t let that stop you.

• We have Saturday and extended weekday hours. You can get your mammogram after work

or on the weekend if that’s what fits your schedule. And, no matter when you have your mammogram, you can have confidence in the care you receive and the results.

Our Women’s Imaging Center is accredited by the American College of Radiology (ACR) as a “Breast Imaging Center of Excellence.”

We’re also the only hospital in the Capital Region to earn the ACR designation of “Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence.”

• Most women with breast cancer have no family history of the disease. It’s true that if you have a close relative with breast cancer,

you are at higher risk of getting the disease. But only 13%-16% of women with breast cancer fall into that category. The rest are the first in their family to have breast cancer.

SO, NO EXCUSES. The next time you see pink, please, think of and support those whose lives have been touched by breast cancer. And, do something for yourself. Schedule your mammogram. Call 518-5802232, and we’ll take it from there.

Mildred Aviles is director of medical imaging at Saratoga Hospital. SaratogaHospital.org.

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NEWS

Shelters of Saratoga Announces New Location for Winter Emergency Shelter SARATOGA SPRINGS — A temporary location to house the Code Blue Emergency Shelter has been secured at 4 Adelphi St., in advance of the winter season.

The single-story building – currently a vacant warehouse – is undergoing an installation of floors, walls, heat, plumbing and electric to make the space habitable, according to Shelters of Saratoga (SOS) – the organization overseeing the Code Blue program. The building is located just west of South Broadway. The city issued a building permit for the temporary emergency shelter – the permit details the location as 145 South Broadway – on Oct. 4.

An 18-month lease has been signed and will provide the program with a consistent location for the next two seasons, according to the organization.

The hope is to open the shelter in early November.

The city plans to provide financial support for the program, as per its proposed 2020 budget.

“This will help pay rent and costs related to the Code Blue facility in

Temporary location for the city’s Code Blue emergency shelter, at 4 Adelphi St., on Oct. 11, 2019. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

the off season,” Karen A. Gregory, executive director of S.O.S. said, in a statement.

Since opening in the 2013-14 winter season and through 201718 – the latest figures available, the number of those seeking shelter has increased each year. During the 2017-18 winter season, Code Blue was open 162 nights, served more than 8,000 meals, and provided sleeping quarters for a total of 6,480 overnight stays – or on average, 40 nightly guests. Presbyterian New England Congregational Church or PNECC - was also open during 90 of those nights to care for “overflow” guests.

An executive order issued

by Gov. Andrew Cuomo directs emergency shelters to operate when temperatures drop below 32 degrees.

SOS is currently hiring qualified shelter supervisors, support and security staff. Interested applicants can email their resume to: acarter@sheltersofsaratoga.org.

The City Council has set a onetime “assignment” that $50,000 go to Code Blue for expenses this year, and Finance Commissioner Michele Madigan added that the city’s 2020 proposed budget allocates $20,000 for Shelters of Saratoga next year.

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

THIS WEEK: Saratoga Springs Candidates Nights Slated for Oct. 21-22

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Candidates for Saratoga Springs city supervisor, commissioner of public safety, and commissioner of finance have been invited to a Meet the Candidates Night at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 21. The event will be held at the Saratoga Springs High School Loewenberg Auditorium, 1 Blue Streak Blvd., Saratoga Springs.

The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County asked candidates to confirm their attendance. That night will include Public Safety candidates Robin Dalton and Kendall Hicks; Finance candidates Michele Madigan and Patty Morrison, and Supervisor candidates Tara Gaston, Stephen Mittler, and Matthew Veitch.

Additionally, candidates on the ballot for the Nov. 5 Saratoga Springs election for mayor and for commissioner of public works have been invited to a Meet the Candidates Night at 7 p.m. on Oct. 22 at the same venue.

Mayoral candidates are: Timothy Holmes and Meg Kelly; Public

Works candidates are Dillion Moran and Anthony Scirocco.

The format will be: • Candidates’ opening statements of no more than two minutes • Questions from the audience • Candidates’ answers of no more than one and a half minutes • Each candidate will be given two red cards to be used in the Question and Answer period.

Each card will allow an additional minute. Red cards may not be used during the opening or closing statements.

• Candidates’ closing statements of no more than one minute each.

The League of Women Voters is a political organization that encourages informed and active citizen participation in government and works to increase understanding of major public policy issues. It does not support or oppose any political candidate or party.

For more information contact Charlotte Druschel, Voter Services, LWV Saratoga County, 518-3311226, vslwvsc@gmail.com.

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Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

NOTES FROM CITY HALL

by Thomas Dimopoulos • Saratoga TODAY

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The City Council announced it has received seven bids in response to a Request for Proposal (RFP) bid for construction of the Geyser Road bicycle-pedestrian trail.

Those proposals are currently being reviewed. It is anticipated the city will announce the winner of the public transportation project bid at the next council meeting, on Nov. 4.

• The council, in a unanimous 4-0 vote, approved a zoning revision for the Woodlawn Oval Planned Unit Development

District (PUDD). The project – which is planned to take place at Wesley Community - will include the expansion of the existing Springs building, the construction of a 2,000 square foot maintenance garage, and the addition of a new 100-unit five-story apartment building, a memory care facility, and an 8,000 square foot two-story office building.

The council vote indicates the project would not negatively impact the environment.

Accounts Commissioner John Franck was absent during the council meeting vote. For more information about the proposed expansion, see “Huge Expansion

Plans for Senior Housing Community,” in the Oct. 4, 2019 edition of Saratoga TODAY at: www.saratogatodaynewspaper. com/home/item/10515-hugeexpansion-plans-for-seniorhousing-community.

• The council also unanimously approved to accept a $1.9 million Grant Award for the Missing Links Sidewalks Project.

The project will add concrete sidewalk, ADA crosswalks, amenities and some curbing and drainage in several city locations. “This is a big grant and an important item for Saratoga Springs to put sidewalks where they are going to be used,” said

Local news never looked this good!

Public safety Commissioner Peter Martin. The grant comes via the Capital District Transportation Committee TIP, and carries a matching requirement of $380,000. The council approved a budget amendment for the city to bond the $380,000 to meet the grant match.

• City Council Budget Workshops will be held 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22 and Thursday, Oct. 24, at the Recreation center, 15 Vanderbilt Ave. The next City Council meeting will take place Monday, Nov. 4 – one night earlier than the traditional Tuesday meeting night. Tuesday, Nov. 5 is Election Day.

• The city’s Old Red Spring was re-opened for public use.

The spring was closed during a remediation project and work was completed by contractors hired by National Grid. DPW conducted work related to the re-installation of the fountain itself, painting the pavilion, and utilized the opportunity to improve internal plumbing on the spring and install new copper spouts.The spring is believed to have been discovered around 1784 by Samuel North. The rusty deposits leftover by the water were the basis of the springs name.

A chalybeate spring with high iron content, the spring was said to cure blood and skin diseases.

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Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

2019 Showcase of Homes People’s Choice Award Winner Photos by Randall Perry Photography

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE “PEOPLE’S CHOICE" WINNERS: CLASSIC HOME MCPADDEN BUILDERS 14 CRAW LANE, GANSEVOORT

THE AREA’S PREMIERE NEW HOME TOUR, the 2019 Saratoga Showcase of Homes, is proud to announce the three “People's Choice" Award winners as voted on by the public who visited these homes over three weekends in September.

Congratulations to the “People’s Choice" winners: Classic Home category - McPadden Builders, Executive Home category - Kodiak Construction, Luxury Home category - Bella Home Builders The McPadden Builders home was at the Craw Farm development in Wilton, the Kodiak Construction’s

EXECUTIVE HOME KODIAK CONSTRUCTION

LUXURY HOME BELLA HOME BUILDERS

entry was on Warren Street in Saratoga Springs, and the Bella Home Builders showcase house was at the Park Grove development in Saratoga Springs.

Celebrating its 24th year, this annual community event has contributed nearly $1.2 million dollars to our local charities. Proceeds from the Showcase of Homes will once again benefit Rebuilding Together Saratoga County (www.rebuildingtogethersaratoga. org) and Habitat for Humanity of Northern Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties (www. glensfallshabitat.org). The donation amount from this year’s event will be announced next month.

For more details on the recently concluded 2019 Saratoga Showcase of Homes event, please visit www.saratogashowcaseofhomes.com.

50 WARREN STREET, SARATOGA SPRINGS

The 2019 Saratoga Showcase of Homes was presented over three weekends beginning September 14-15, 2122 & 28-29. This year’s edition had 10 locations from 9 of our area’s finest builders on display in Saratoga County. Over 3,000 people toured these beautiful new homes. To learn more about the builders and the event, or take a virtual home tour of all the showcase houses, please visit the website.

18 SHAW DRIVE, SARATOGA SPRINGS

ABOUT SARATOGA BUILDERS ASSOCIATION

Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region (518) 436-8586 mycommunityloanfund.org

The Saratoga Builders Association, Inc. (SBA) is a specialized professional trade association representing an industry basic to the wellbeing and economy of the people of Saratoga County. Its membership includes residential and commercial builders, developers, remodelers, building material suppliers, sub-contractors, financial institutions, architects, engineers, realtors, attorneys and other industry professionals. SBA is committed to the continued growth, prosperity and quality of life in Saratoga County. For more information, please visit their website at www.saratogabuilders. org or contact Barry Potoker, Executive Director at 518-366-0946 or bpotoker@saratogabuilders.org

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

BALLSTON SPA 114 Lake Rd., $480,000. James and Jeanne Caverly sold property to James Caverly and Loie Hollowell.

628 Cindy Lane, $279,000.

Harold and Katie Howard sold property to Daniel Iskaros.

268 Lake Rd., $422,000.

Richard Solosky sold property to Rebecca Nous and John Pardavila.

11 Lancaster Court, $468,000.

Marcus and Kimberly Dallacqua sold property to Richard and Jacqueline Lane.

346 Root Rd., $270,000. Richard Pastore (as Trustee) sold property to Arin Zollinger.

14 Knottingly Place, $363,000.

David and Christopher Dagostino sold property to Ronald Orscian, Jr. 4 America Way, $406,000. MKM Rental LLC sold property to Amy and Rebecca Healy.

134 Scotch Bush Rd., $206,000.

R and D Rehab LLC sold property to Hope Akey.

6 Long Creek Dr., Ext., $645,000.

Jeffrey and Tracy Pahl sold property to Daniel Puglisi and Taylor DeMarco.

GREENFIELD 800 Locust Grove Rd., $26,000.

Roderick and Chloe Correll (Co-Trustees) sold property to Michael Casavant.

Locust Grove Rd., $25,000.

Roderick and Chloe Correll (Co-Trustees) sold property to Michael Casavant.

140 Braim Rd., $625,000.

Christopher and Beth Payer sold property to Jason Mergl.

35 Main St., $155,000.

David Bradt (as Trustee) sold property to Mark and Myrtle Gauthier.

MALTA 15 West Dr., $300,000. Kenneth and Charlene Christopher sold property to Irene Benton and Michael Ferraro, Jr. 469 Malta Ave., $158,000. Henry Schweikert, IV and Billie Jo Helman Schweikert sold property to Daniel Fleming.

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

24 Glade Mallow Rd., $289,000.

Laurie Boucher and Richard Bender, Jr. sold property to Denise Martinez.

4 Riley Cove Rd., $350,000.

Joseph and Lori Alversa sold property to Heidi and Michael Loiodice.

29 Little Dr., $78,000. Randy and Jaime Simmons sold property to ER Design Build LLC. 44 Ventura Court, $437,722.

DeGraff Bloom Custom Builders Inc. sold property to Jeannine Trewhella and Susan Schuster.

54 Meadow Rue, $240,000.

Jerrod Scott sold property to Kathleen McFadden.

37 Ordelia Lane, $340,560.

Farone Amedore LLC sold property to Sandra Meadows.

31 Essex St., $317,834. Barbera Homes Malta Springs LLC sold property to Jean Gorman.

25 Arnold Rd., $395,000. Richard and Nancy Doud sold property to Stephanie Pagnotta.

TOWN OF SARATOGA 62 Ferry St., $279,900. George and Mary Hathaway sold property to Ian English.

SARATOGA SPRINGS

35 Walworth St., $150,000. Rose Dart sold property to Ballston Associates LLC. 70 Railroad Place, Unit 408. $485,000. Lauren Petraske and Ila Johnson sold property to Joseph and Daria Desena (Trustees).

108A Division St., $993,180.

Ellsworth Square LLC sold property to Don and Jenny Smith.

12 Pinewood Ave., $485,000.

Gregory Laird (by Atty) and Martha Laird (Ind and as Atty) sold property to Robert Duboff and Heather Crocker.

55 Tamarack Trail, $120,000.

Vliet Home Sales LLC sold property to Dennis and Suzette Amrock.

204 Lake Ave., $638,000.

Andrew and Amalia Peter sold property to Earle Ray and David Ludwig.

30 Whistler Court, Unit 12, $419,000. Alberto and Jill Rodriguez sold property to Carl and Cara Korn.

2 Frederick Dr., $270,000.

Philip and Helen James sold property to Erin Bennett.

WITON

25 Pamela Lane, $426,500. Michael and Christina Rosenberg sold property to Samantha Finnerty.

8 Blue Lupine Lane, $190,000.

Americares Foundation Inc. sold property to Eight Blue Lupine Lane LLC.

Walworth St., $200,000. Rose Dart sold property to Ballston Associates LLC.

7 Melanie Dr., $415,000. Joseph and Judith Dorflinger sold property to William Abbott.

37 Northern Pines Rd., $83,000.

Louis and Traci Deridder sold property to William and Mary Mevec.

141 Ruggles Rd., $336,000.

Gert Bay and Xie Chun sold property to Nicholas Wolfe.

20 Ridge View Rd., $45,000.

Thomas Roohan sold property to Howard Lebowitz.

90 Parkhurst Rd., $44,000.

David and Cathleen Gabay sold property to Stephen and Catherine Wink.

16 Killarney Court, $289,000.

Robert Hanley sold property to Meghan Amatrano.

3 Thunder Run, $237,000.

Richard Vaillancourt sold property to Christopher and Lesa Farrell.

19 US Rt. 9, $300,000. Route 9 Wilton Holding Corporation sold property to Kellogg Potter LLC. 1 Meghan Ct, $370,000. Gilbert and Meaghan Prieto sold property to John Kalil, Jr. (as Trustee).

116 Dimmick Rd., $177,500.

Corleen Bordis sold property to Shawn Kirk and Logan Thayer.

22 Berkeley Way, $740,004.

Sonoma Grove LLC sold property to Gregory and Katrin Ramsey.

6 Margaret Dr., $307,000. DEC Development LLC sold property to Andresa Cinguegrano.

9 Beverly St., $282,000. George Amedore (by Atty) and Anne Amedore (Ind and as Atty) sold property to James Ciuffo and Christine Gibson.

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BUSINESS

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

SARATOGA COMIC CON Photos provided.

by Kevin Matyi Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Next week, on Saturday, Oct. 26 and Sunday, Oct. 27, the 10th Saratoga Comic Con will be held in the City Center on Broadway.

On Saturday, the event will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., while on Sunday it will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

According to Samuel Chase, the event’s organizer, Saratoga Comic Con is a biannual convention and the top ranked Comic Con in the New York Capitol Region. He said that the reason the convention was biannual was because it grew too large to reasonably be a single yearly event.

For the convention next weekend, he said that they were expecting around 100 vendors and over 6,000 total people

to show up, including various celebrities such as Michael Biehn (Kyle Reese in Terminator), Michelle Harrison from The Flash and Bob Carter (a voice actor in various shows, including Dragon Ball Z and Fullmetal Alchemist).

To get into the event, tickets both online and at the door are free for children six years old

and under and $12 for either day for children between seven and 15. For attendees 16 and over, Saturday is $25, Sunday is $20, and a weekend ticket is $40.

VIP tickets are also available online for $75 and $95, both of which include tickets for both days and other merchandise.

There are also military and group discounts available.

Chase said that while the name of the convention includes “Comic Con,” it is far from exclusively about comic books and superheroes.

Instead, he said that the con’s slogan is “it’s not just comics, it’s a ‘pop culture experience.’”

There will be various cosplay groups and guest stars (cosplay being when a fan dresses up as a

character from a work of fiction), Magic: The Gathering tabletop gaming, Super Smash Bros. video game tournaments, panels, events, tattooing, the 1966 Batboat, a bouncy house and various other attractions during the two-day event.

One cosplay group, the Montreal X-MEN have been attending Saratoga Comic Con since 2016, and will be raising money for the American Foundation For Suicide Prevention.

Chase mentioned that cosplayers do not need to show up in costume, and that the entire event was indoors, so no need to worry about rain or other inclement weather.

Unlike many other conventions, there is no specific artists’ alley in place. Instead, Chase said that he tries to mix things up, so that there are various artist’s tables spread throughout the space, rather than confined to one area.

Back when he first started Saratoga Comic Con, Chase said that it was not a dream of his or anything of the sort. Rather, he had tried being a vendor at other conventions selling self-produced kid’s show DVD’s, but when they did not sell well he realized he could create his own convention to sell at instead.

On April 25, 2015, he held the first Saratoga Comic Con. Chase said that 2017 was when the event got launched to another platform, as from one event to the next they saw 40% growth. Then 2018 became another launch site, when they booked actor Jason Mewes and the line to get into the City Center wrapped around the building three times.

To help raise awareness and draw more people in, before a convention Chase himself places posters in areas up to two miles away from the City Center to let everyone know that another Comic Con is approaching.

In total, Chase estimated that the two-day convention generates over $100,000 for the community, including expenses outside of the City Center for the likes of hotel stays and restaurant visits, as well as con goers visiting Saratoga Springs’s stores on a whim.

After next week’s event, the next Saratoga Comic Con is scheduled for May 2 and May 3, 2020.

For more information, visit www.saratogacomiccon.com.

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Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

Hospital Team Receives Award Victorian Streetwalk SARATOGA SPRINGS — A team at Saratoga Hospital’s Saratoga Community Health Center recently received the 2019 Alice Fruehan Award for excellence in clinical precepting, or training future physicians by providing opportunities for them

to learn and practice outside of the classroom.

The award is presented annually to a family practice community preceptor in recognition of their dedication and commitment to the students at Albany Medical College.

This year’s award went to more than 40 members of the Community Health Center team.

For more information, contact Peter Hopper, Director of Marketing and Communications at Saratoga Hospital, at 518-583-8679, or phopper@saratogahospital.org.

Local Brewery Expands Lineup SARATOGA SPRINGS — Artisanal Brew Works has added a new drink to their Taproom Series of IPA’s, called “Variant.”

The new drink uses a Norwegian yeast that the company has not utilized before, called Kveik.

Additionally, Brew Works has two other new brews on tap and

canned in a limited supply.

The Taproom also has events coming up, like a Halloween trivia night on Thursday, Oct. 23 and a book signing on Satruday, Oct. 26.

For more information, contact Kurt Borchardt at artisanalbrewworks@gmail.com.

Chatarunga Cherry. Photo provided.

Saratoga Polo Fights Back SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Polo Association, which started in 1898 and entered its current arrangement in 2004, is appealing a September Supreme Court decision that would allow Pioneer Bank to foreclose on the club.

The club’s attorney filed the appeal notice last Tuesday, Oct. 15. It will be handled by the state Supreme Court Appellate Division.

The original decision to allow foreclosure was due to the owners of the 43-acre club defaulting on a $3.2 million loan from Pioneer, borrowed in 2016.

For more information, visit www.saratogapolo.com.

Photo provided.

CORRECTION: In a previous week’s edition of Saratoga Today, a Business Brief said that this year’s Victorian Streetwalk would take place on Thursday, Dec. 3. It will actually take place on Thursday, Dec. 5.

For more information, contact Fran Dingeman, 2019 Festivals Coordinator for the Saratoga Springs Downtown Business Association, at festivals@saratogaspringsdowntown.com.

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NEWS

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

NOTES Chamber of Commerce from

by Todd Shimkus • for Saratoga TODAY

Growing Your Economy Through Community Events

Todd Shimkus, President of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce This week, the Saratoga County Chamber was the host of a three-day two-night national conference for Chamber event managers organized by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE).

This conference attracted 70 chamber event professionals

from across the US from places like: Lexington, KY; Cleveland, OH; Topeka, KS; Fort Collins, CO; Lafayette, LA; Omaha, NE; Waco, TX; and more.

This conference has traditionally taken place in larger metropolitan areas such as; Kansas City, Atlanta, Louisville, and New Orleans. So all of us at the Saratoga County Chamber were thrilled to have this chance to showcase our world-class small city.

As the marketing materials promoting this conference stated: “From Annual Meetings to golf outings and festivals to fly-ins, chambers are known for bringing people together for events of every variety.”

The seminar subjects ranged from: Organize, Track, Evaluate, Improve – Tools to Successful Events; Transforming the Event Sponsorship Process; Intercity Visits that Drive Positive Community Change; and 60 Event Ideas in 60 Minutes, etc.

The Saratoga County Chamber was asked by ACCE to convene a local panel of experts to discuss the subject of “Growing your economy through community events.”

The preview for this seminar stated: “Saratoga Springs was once marketed as the “Summer Place to Be.” But thanks to organizations like the Saratoga Rowing Association, the Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau, the Chamber, and the Saratoga Springs City Center, this city of 28,000 now attracts tens of thousands of people year-round through a variety of unique events. The panel will discuss the origin of these events and how they’ve been developed and marketed to drive up overnight stays and re-brand Saratoga as the place to be 24/7/365.”

To be honest, we likely could have had a panel of 100 or more local leaders who now organize and host events that draw visitors and residents to Saratoga Springs and Saratoga County.

Saratoga Giant PumpkinFest 2019. Photo provided.

But with just 90 minutes, we were confident that this panel could talk about events that span the entire year and which attract a wide range of attendees to Saratoga from leisure to group visitors, to locals and tourists who love dancing, chowder, rowing, horse racing, Jazz, comics, pond hockey, giant pumpkins and more.

During the session on Thursday, we talked about the Regatta’s; Chowderfest; Dance Flurry; Giant PumpkinFest; the

All American City Celebration; Comic Con, etc. We shared how they were started. How they are funded. How they’ve grown or changed. And we also shared some insight about the challenges we face locally in continuing to sustain these events and to ensure their continued success.

I think it is safe to say the audience was impressed by how many and how diverse the events are that we somehow pull off in a City of 28,000 people.

But as the audience of event professionals shared stories with us, we learned that our local struggle in sustaining signature events is a challenge everywhere.

There is so much competition for sponsorship dollars not just here but in communities across the US. The logistics of hosting events has become more complicated and expensive. Plus, what audiences are actually interested in attending is changing too. So clearly growing a local economy through community events will always be a work in progress for cities and communities of all sizes.

Let’s hope we in Saratoga can lead the way in finding solutions to these challenges.

And then maybe we’ll be asked to organize a similar panel or to host this event again five or ten years from now.

Hauntedtoga

by Joe Haedrich for Saratoga TODAY WHILE THERE IS NO REASON WHY restaurants should be especially attractive to ghosts, Saratoga has its share of landmark dining spots and colorful spirits to go with them.

Over time, the establishments have become well known not only for their delicious food but for the legends behind them.

The Olde Bryan Inn at 123 Maple Ave has a heritage that dates back to Pre-Revolutionary War days. It is one of the oldest buildings in the city. The Mohawks, in the late 1700s, gave Alexander Bryan, a revolutionary war hero, the right to build a tavern on their land. His log cabin was on a bluff overlooking High Rock Spring, and he built stairs up from the spring to his premises. This was in 1787 just as the spring was becoming a wellknown attraction.

In 1825, John Bryan built a stone house on the site of his father’s tavern and in the early 1800s, it was modified and moved to its current location where it took on the look similar to what it is today.

The inside of the restaurant has a feel of the earlier inn — complete with fireplace. Over time, the building has been a private home, a laundry, and in 1979, the current Olde Bryan Inn opened its doors to the dining public. Visitors and staff have reported appearances by the friendly ghosts who inhabit the Inn. The favorite is Beatrice who was seen by a young girl who came downstairs from the ladies room to describe a woman in an 1800s era flowing dress. She told her she was the wife of a soldier who was killed during the Battle of Saratoga.

It turns out that the highnecked Victorian dress she described was exactly the one that had been found in an old trunk

discovered in the attic. Beatrice has also been seen ascending a staircase in the dining room on a stairway that was dismantled about 50 years ago.

Another landmark restaurant with a haunted reputation is Hatties on Phila Street. Supposedly, Hattie had a psychic ability that the Irish called “the sight.” She could see things that others could not. In 1998, when Hattie was 90, she passed from this world at Saratoga Hospital, and people working at the restaurant said that a strong breeze passed through the restaurant and doors opened and closed at the exact moment she died. Even today, there are strange occurrences there, and Chef Jasper, the owner, will say that it is the ghost of Hattie keeping an eye on the place. He says he often feels her presence and that of her husband, Bill. “It’s reassuring” he says, “almost like having them on your shoulder.”

The Mercantile Restaurant, 430 Broadway, was, at one time, the home of Professor Moriarty’s, a popular pub in Saratoga for more than 25 years and haunted by a ghost named Malcolm.

Malcolm Driscoll was a postman in Saratoga and after retiring, got a job as the night cleanup man at the pub. He had long flowing white hair and showed up for work in his vintage convertible. He loved to dance and often talked with the spirits in the building. One morning, Moriarty’s owner, Dale Easter, found Driscoll slumped over the bar. He had passed away during the night.

Then one day, after his death, a cook who debunked the myth was dared by his co-workers to walk around the basement’s pitchblack basement for 10 minutes. He descended into the darkness and ran up the stairs in a panic after a few minutes. While roaming around the basement, he bumped

The Olde Bryan Inn

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into what he thought was the ghost of Malcolm and fell. He never went into the basement again.

The Parting Glass Pub is located at 40-42 Broadway.

During the 1920s, it housed gambling, Vaudeville acts, and even a few “ladies of the night” working out of upstairs rooms.

It is built right on top of one of Saratoga’s springs giving it a direct link to the underworld.

There is also the “Woman in White” who has been seen in the upstairs window and a man who some have reported looks like one of the old regulars at the tavern.

A promoter who brought his band here and took pictures has reported seeing an extra ghostlike image in the photos that

looked exactly like the deceased owner of the place.

So, if you enjoy the legends of spirits like these with the spirits you imbibe, Saratoga is the place for you.

Joe Haedrich is the author of Haunted Saratoga. He gives ghost tours of Saratoga Springs every Friday and Saturday from May-October. For more, visit HauntedSaratogaTours.com.

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EDUCATION

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

A Conversation with Fred Guttenberg

by Lindsay Wilson Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Tragedy strikes when least expected, and in the aftermath, many think of how close to home the disaster was. In 2018, a mass shooting at a Parkland Florida high school took the lives of 17 people. One of those people was the daughter of Skidmore College alumnus Fred Guttenberg. On Wednesday, Oct. 16 Guttenberg returned to his alma matter and shared the message of his nonprofit in the name of his daughter, Orange Ribbons for Jaime.

Guttenberg is not a stranger to what many consider to be rare terrorist attacks on American Soil. Seventeen years earlier his brother was a first responder at the World Trade Center 9/11 attack in 2001.

“On Feb 14, 2018, I sent two children to school. That’s all I did.

The day started like a normal day in my house,” said Guttenberg.

Since his daughter’s funeral Guttenberg began to talk to his community not only about how tragic that day was, but how preventable that day could’ve been. He’s since spoken with members in legislation to work towards eliminating gun violence

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Fred Guttenberg, a 1988 graduate of Skidmore College gives a talk a Skidmore College.

Photo provided by Skidmore College.

in the United States, including working with elected officials to pass Jamie’s Law, which will affect regulations of background checks to potential gun owners.

“This is America today, 40,000 people a year die from gun violence,” said Guttenbrg. “About 23,000 a year injured because of guns…it’s not normal, it’s not okay. My mission is to cut that 40,000 in half by 10 years.”

Here in Saratoga Springs, school safety has become a hot button issue in the past year,

with discussions stating how rare such attacks are, and discussions around the varying ways to be prepared. At the end of the event, Guttenberg invited members of the audience to ask questions or provide comments. And much to what may have been a surprise, but more than one person had a comment as to how they have lost someone to gun violence, which was an unfortunate reminder that gun violence and school shootings are not as rare as we would hope.

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

EDUCATION BRIEFS

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Scottie’s Closet Returns Saratoga Springs School Celebrates Farm to School Month with Smoothies for Students BALLSTON SPA — The Middle School will host a Scottie’s Closet on Saturday, November 2, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This school community event provides free gently used clothing, books, coats, and shoes annually to about 300 students, families and individuals. It is organized

by Middle School social workers Gaylen Wichrowski and Christine Jones, along with numerous

parent representatives, school and community volunteers. All of the items donated by the school community are provided free to students, families and members of the community.

This annual community event would not be possible without the tireless efforts of school and community volunteers who donate, sort and merchandise all of the items in the cafeteria.

Schuylerville Public Library Events

Saratoga Springs High School celebrated the NY Thursdays Initiative at breakfast with smoothie samples that featured local New York State milk and yogurt. (Left to right) Megan Kearney, Saratoga Springs High School Cook Manager; Dylan Durkee, Durkacres Farm; Erica Komoroske, Stewart’s Shops PR Specialist; Matt Keen, Saratoga Springs City School District Assistant School Lunch Director; Caitlin Drysdale, American Dairy Association North East Youth Programs Specialist; Margaret Sullivan, Saratoga Springs City School District School Lunch Program Director; Abby Case, Saratoga Springs High School Cook Manager; Samantha Collina, Dietetic Intern; and Joe Greco, Saratoga Springs City School District Director of Budget and Program Integration. Photo Provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — In celebration of National Farm to School Month, Saratoga Springs High School distributed smoothies – made with local New York State milk and yogurt – to students during breakfast on October 10.

The school recently received a new smoothie blender donated through a collaborative effort between the Dairy Council Health Foundation and Stewart’s Shops to help increase student

access to locally produced and nutritious foods.

Local dairy farmer Dylan Durkee, of Durkacres Farm, and Erica Komoroske from Stewart’s Shops handed out samples of Pumpkin Spice and Very Berry smoothies and helped highlight how milk makes its way from farm to school. Milk from Durkacres Farm is processed by Stewart’s Shops and then supplied to Saratoga Springs High School.

WEEKLY CHILDREN EVENTS • Counting Down to Kindergarten: Mondays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Oct. 7 - Dec. 11 • Story Time: Every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m.

• Pre-K Play Date: Every Friday at 10 a.m.

• After-School Activities: Every weekday at 3:30 p.m.

• Ozobots: Every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m.

•Girls Who Code Club: Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

• Schuylerville Fall Festival: Oct. 20 at 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Grand Opening of the Reading Room: Oct. 20 at 3 p.m.

• Cookbook Club: Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. *registration required • Book Club: The Lace Reader Oct. 24 at 7 p.m.

• Halloween Party: Oct 26 at 12 to 2 p.m. *Costume contest and pre-carved pumpkin contest • Homeschool Panel: Oct. 30 at 6 p.m.

• Trick or Treat: Oct. 31 4 to 8 p.m. while it lasts!

The morning celebration also showcased NY Thursdays, a statewide Farm-to-School initiative that promotes locally sourced foods, helping students understand where their food comes from.

Join Santa, Rudolph, Frosty, and more in a day of festive family fun to benefit the thousands of individuals Catholic Charities serves in our community each year.

Local dairy farmer Dylan Durkee (left), of Durkacres Farm, and Erica Komoroske from Stewart’s Shops handed out samples of Pumpkin Spice and Very Berry smoothies at Saratoga Springs High School during breakfast on October 10. Photo Provided.

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Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

Sage Scholars Tuition Rewards Program

by Megan Harrington for Saratoga TODAY

As summer turns into fall, parents everywhere are busy getting back into the school year routine. From math worksheets to soccer practice, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about higher education. We recently sat down with Shon McLain, the CEO of Saratoga Strategic Partners, a local financial services firm, and learned about an exciting program that can help alleviate some of the college planning stress by helping families pay for college.

Shon is a small business owner with strong ties to the spa city. He has two children enrolled in the Saratoga Springs school district, is an active member of the Division Street PTA and Maple Avenue Parent Network and is an executive board member of the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation. Shon says, “As a dad and a financial planner, I started to think about paying for college. The cost was and is always on my mind.”

A few years ago, Shon heard about the Sage Scholars Tuition Rewards Program through the State Employees Federal Credit Union (SEFCU). The Sage Scholars Tuition Rewards Program allows students to earn guaranteed scholarships - up to one full year’s tuition - at more than 400 participating private colleges and universities. Once a sponsor (parent, grandparent, etc.) enrolls their student in the program, they can start accruing Tuition Reward points through birthday points, any participating linked 529 plans, mutual funds, 401ks, permanent insurance policies, annual financial reviews and referrals. The points, similar to frequent flyer points, are equal to a $1.00 guaranteed minimum

discount off of tuition at any of the member colleges and universities.

The maximum scholarship varies by college, but it is currently at $57,000 (that’s a full year of tuition for many private colleges!).

Shon says, “I signed up immediately, because if there’s anything I can do to reduce the cost of college, why wouldn’t I do it?” Shon said that it almost seemed too good to be true, but after extensive research, he couldn’t find any negative reviews.

If you’re feeling a little skeptical, we don’t blame you.

Fortunately, Shon was able to break down how the program works and how it benefits all parties involved. Shon explains, “Sage really did their research before launching this program. They wanted to attract upper quartile kids – both in GPA and ability to pay for college – and so they asked themselves, ‘What do parents of these kids have in common?” Shon explained that some common denominators in this demographic include parents owning savings accounts, discretionary income, and life insurance plans. They also seemed more likely to make selfless purchases (such as 529 plans and insurance), and nurture a caring home environment.

Once Sage knew the type of families they wanted to attract, they set out to create a program that would benefit everyone. The Tuition Rewards Program helps colleges with recruiting by targeting high achieving, motivated students.

It assists parents with paying for college through the accrual of guaranteed scholarship dollars, and helps institutions attract more dollars from existing clients (because the greater the investment, the greater the Tuition Reward points). In turn, the program also gives institutions a percentage that they can use for scholarships.

One of the best things about the Tuition Rewards is that it doesn’t count against financial aid because it’s points, not dollar amounts. Essentially, it’s a guaranteed discount. There are presently over 400 member schools including many engineering schools such as RPI and WPI, as well as a cohort of catholic schools.

Shon says, “These schools know there’s a competitive advantage to offering this program.”

Shon McLain. Photo provided.

An example of the SAGE Scholars Tuition Rewards program is shown though notably the typical account balance (and therefore the accrual of points) for wealth management services may be 10X-50X larger (or more!). Image provided.

Saratoga Strategic Partners is in a unique position because Shon McLain is the only financial advisor in the region who offers the Sage Scholars Tuition Rewards Program to his clients. Shon says that most institutions will give you about 1,000 points a year, but his offering is more robust. If you sign up with the program through Shon, you’ll receive 500 points just for signing up, 500 points on a student’s birthday up until age 11, 750 birthday points up until age 15, and then 1,000 birthday points up until age 18. That’s 12,000 Tuition Rewards points for doing absolutely nothing. You could, of course, earn even more through linked accounts.

There are a few things to keep in mind if you’re interested in joining the program. Students must enroll in the Tuition Rewards Program prior to the start of 11th grade (the earlier the better!). And they cannot earn or receive points after August 31 of the year that the student begins 12th grade. When a student is ready to apply to colleges, the student’s sponsor (the Tuition Rewards account holder) must submit the student’s statement to any member school at the time he or she applies.

In addition to firms like Saratoga Strategic Partners, the Sage Scholars Tuition Rewards Program is also offered by

organizations such as the Girl Scout Council of Northeastern New York, SEFCU, and Colonial Life Insurance.

If you’re interested in learning more about the Sage Scholars Tuition Rewards Program offered

by Saratoga Strategic Partners, you can find more information on their website: www. saratogastrategicpartners.com/ SAGE-Tuition-Rewards.11.htm.

In addition, Shon McLain can be reached by email: mclain_shon@ nlgroupmail.com or phone: 518-587-2828.

For general information on the program (as well as a list of participating schools), visit tuitionrewards.com.

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

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Food

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Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

Going Green at the

Saratoga Farmers’ Market

HIGH ROCK PARK Wednesdays | 3 - 6 p.m.

Saturdays | 9 - 1 p.m.

by Catherine Morba for Saratoga TODAY

Gomez Veggie Ville

Photos by Pattie Garrett.

Since 1994, the number of registered farmers’ markets nationwide has increased from under 2,000 to more than 8,600.

Communities have renewed interest in eating locally grown food, a change that for many is motivated by the desire to be more environmentally conscious. At its core, buying local is a sustainable choice because of reduced transportation and food packaging. There are simple ways to make market shopping that much more (or rather, less!) impactful on the planet. The Saratoga Farmers’ Market collaborated with Sustainable Saratoga to compile tips for shoppers to be as “green” as the leafy collards we covet.

1. WRITE A SHOPPING LIST:

Check the refrigerator to see what groceries you already have before leaving the house. A list will also limit the number of shopping trips you’ll take for forgotten items throughout the week.

2. CARPOOL:

Trade off driving with family and friends to save on mileage and emissions. Bike or walk if you are able!

Remember that on November 2nd, the market will move to Wilton Mall, where it will be held from 9:301:30 every Saturday in front of the Bon Ton entrance.

3. TAKE A BAG, LEAVE A BAG: Have a stock of reusable bags at the ready. The Friends of the Market volunteers offer a “take a bag, leave a bag” initiative for those who forget to bring them, and also accepts donations of reusable totes.

4. RETURN PACKAGING:

When making a purchase, ask the vendor if they reuse packaging. Battenkill Creamery sterilizes and reuses all of their glass dairy bottles that are rinsed and returned by customers. Bring back egg cartons, berry boxes, plastic planters, glassware, or rubber bands. Dump sturdier produce into a bag and return the packaging on the spot.

5. BUY IN BULK:

Buying large quantities of staple items saves on packaging, especially when you bring containers from home. Vegetables, cheeses, and meats can be repackaged and frozen for later use.

6. CONTRIBUTE COMPOST:

Divert food from the waste stream by bringing food scraps from home to add to the market compost bin, located near the market administrator’s table.

The compost is brought to the Franklin Community Center and used for soil enrichment in their community garden.

7. ASK A VENDOR:

If you’re looking for tips on proper food storage, returning packaging, buying in bulk, or cooking seasonal recipes, the best source of information is the person who grew, raised, or made the product.

Battenkill Valley Creamery.

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is 3-6 p.m.

Wednesdays and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays at High Rock Park through October. On November 2, the market begins its indoor season from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays at the Wilton Mall. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram for updates.

T urnip, Sweet Potato and Carrot Soup

Recipe photo by Catherine Morba.

INGREDIENTS:

• ¼ tsp nutmeg

*Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

• 1 tsp cinnamon*

• 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil*

• ¼ tsp paprika

• 3 large turnips,* peeled and chopped

• ¼ tsp cayenne

• 2 large sweet potatoes,* peeled and chopped

• Salt to taste

• 3 large carrots,* peeled and chopped • 1 large yellow onion,* chopped

• 1 tsp cumin

• ¼ tsp black pepper • 2 cups vegetable stock • 2 ½ cups of water • 14 ½ oz can of coconut milk

INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Heat the olive oil in a large stock pot. Add the onion and sautée until soft, around 5 minutes. Add the vegetables, spices, stock, and enough water to cover the vegetables in the pot, around 2 ½ cups. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer on low for 25 minutes uncovered.

2. When vegetables can be pierced, remove from heat and let cool for at least 10 minutes. Use a food processor to puree in batches to create a smooth mixture. Transfer back to the pot. Add the coconut milk, stir, and reheat.

Recipe by Catherine Morba. www.plateofmind.net

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Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

Wrap It Up

Lunch Box Pizza INGREDIENTS • 1 tube (71/2 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits (10 biscuits) • 1/4 cup tomato sauce

• 10 slices pepperoni • 3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Flatten each biscuit into a 3-in. circle and press into a greased muffin cup.

by John Reardon

2. Combine the tomato sauce and Italian seasoning; spoon 1 teaspoonful into each cup.

for Saratoga TODAY

3. Top each with a slice of pepperoni and about 1 tablespoon of cheese.

Hello my Foodie Friends !

School has been in session now over a month. New routines such as school lunches, weeknight dinners, and afternoon snack attacks can put your kitchen into a state of chaos.

When my children were younger and in primary school, they insisted that they bring their lunch. With mine and Paula’s hectic corporate jobs, the night before included the additional job of determining what our children wanted us to pack for their lunch. We have a new really cool item that will help with your prep – Bee’s Wrap. Bee’s Wraps are natural, sustainable and practical. The Bee’s Wrap is a natural alternative to plastic wrap for food storage. They are made with organic cotton, beeswax,

organic jojoba oil, and tree resin.

Bee’s Wrap is washable, reusable and compostable. Care instructions include: Wash with cool water and gentle soap, and reuse.

in the kitchen when it has worn thin and soft and has trouble sticking to itself.

Here are some important facts about the Bee’s Wrap.

Yes. When you first open your package of Bee’s Wrap you will smell the beeswax. The scent will fade after the first few uses and washes, until you can no longer detect it. The beeswax scent will change with the season in which it was harvested. Beeswax carries the scent of the flowers from which the bees harvested pollen.

CAN I USE BEE’S WRAP IN THE FREEZER? Yes! Bee’s Wrap keeps food fresh in the freezer for 2-3 weeks. Since your wraps are naturally breathable, we recommend you check on your food after this time to ensure its freshness. Great for freezing pizza dough and baked goods.

HOW LONG DOES BEE’S WRAP LAST? Bee’s Wrap lasts for up to a year with proper care and regular usage. You’ll know your wrap has reached the end of its useful life

DOES BEE’S WRAP HAVE A SCENT?

WHAT SIZE IS BEST FOR MY NEEDS? There are several sizes of Bee’s Wrap; small (7”x8”), medium (10”x11”), and large (13”x14”) wraps. Bee’s Wraps are great to wrap half of a lemon, the end

4. Bake at 425° for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator. of a cucumber, half of an onion (Bee’s Wrap won’t hold the smell), half of an avocado, a small bowl, carrot sticks or other snack items.

You can use them for baked goods, cheese, or half of a cabbage or cantaloupe. The medium and large size can be used to cover a larger bowl, pie dish, celery, cheese, sandwich, or half of a watermelon. They are also great for wrapping bread: large enough for a large loaf of sandwich bread or specialty breads. This wrap is great for covering dough that is rising, an extra large bowl or casserole dish, and also serves as a dough mat for rolling out pie crusts, cookie dough or other baked goods. The largest size is

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perfect for keeping a baguette fresh – it keeps the crust a little crusty and the inside soft. The Bee’s Wrap is perfect for building your sandwich, wrapping and then using as a place mat.

Stop by Compliments to the Chef located at 33 Railroad Place, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery Store, to help you wrap it up in your kitchen. We also have a great assortment of cool tools for cooks to assist you with your culinary needs. Remember my Foodie Friends; “Life Happens in the Kitchen” with your family!

Take Care, John & Paula

Office for the Aging Lunch Program Served at the Saratoga Senior Center

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

10/18

10/21

10/22

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• Tuna Noodle Casserole • Green Beans • Warm Biscuit • Pineapple

• Chili • Rice • Yellow Squash • Fruit Cocktail

• Baked Chicken with Gravy • Mashed Sweet Potatoes • Vegetable Trio • Chocolate Cookies

Birthday Special!

• Italian Stew • Rice • Green Beans • Chocolate Pudding with Whipped Topping

• Roast Pork with Gravy • Mashed Potatoes • Brussels Sprouts • Frosted Cake

Menu Subject to Change. Coffee, tea and butter are served daily. The suggested contribution is $2/meal.

There is a $6 fee for guests under the age of 60. Please make checks payable to: Northeast Dining and Lodging, c/o Saratoga County Office for the Aging, 152 West High Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020

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RELIGION

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

Places of Worship

*Wheelchair Accessible

Adirondack Christian Fellowship

Christian Restoration Ministries

Full Gospel Tabernacle

8 Mountain Ledge, Wilton Contact: 581-587-0623 | acfsaratoga.com Services: Sunday 8 and 10 a.m.

Saratoga Senior Center: 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-796-4323 | Pastor Pat Roach Services: Saturday 7-9 p.m.; Bible Study: Friday 7-8 p.m.

207 Redmond Road, Gansevoort Contact: 518-793-2739 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Adirondack Friends Meeting

Christian Science Church

Galway United Methodist Church

27 Saratoga Avenue, South Glens Falls Contact: 518-793-3755 | adirondackfriendsmeeting.org Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

107 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-0221 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

2056 East Street, Galway Contact: 518-882-6520 | galway-united-methodist-church.com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. (9 a.m. in July and August)

Assembly of God Faith Chapel

Church of Christ at Clifton Park

Grace Church

6 Burgoyne Street, Schuylerville Contact: 518-695-6069 | Rev. Scott Cutting Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

7 Old Route 146, Clifton Park Contact: 518-371-6611 | cliftonparkchurchofchrist.com Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Assembly of God Saratoga

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

118 Woodlawn Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-6081 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

1 Glenmore Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-587-4796 | churchofjesuschrist.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m

34 Third Street, Waterford Contact: 518-237-7370 | gracewaterford.com Rev. Kathy Alonge-Coons Services: Sunday 7:30 and 9:30 a.m.

Adult Christian Education Program: 8:30 a.m.

Bacon Hill Reformed Church* 560 Route 32N, Bacon Hill Contact: 518-695-3074 | Rev. Janet Vincent Services: 10 a.m.; Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Baha’i Community of Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-692-7694 | 518-885-0876 1-800-22UNITE | bahai.org Public Meetings: 1st Tuesdays 7 p.m.

Ballston Center Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church 58 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-7312 | ballstoncenterarpchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Ballston Spa United Methodist Church 101 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-6886 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Barkersville Christian Church 7200 Barkersville Road, Middle Grove Contact: 518-882-6437 | barkersvillechristianchurch.com Pastor Pat Atwell | Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Vacation Bible School: Aug. 6 - 1, 6-8:30 p.m.

Registration 5:30 p.m.

Community Alliance Church 257 Rowland Street, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-6524 Services: Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

Congregation Shaara Tfille* 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-2370 | saratogasynagogue.org Services: Monday 7:30 a.m., Thursday 7:30 a.m., Saturday 10 a.m., 3rd Friday Shabbat 7:30p.m.

Corinth Free Methodist Church 20 Hamilton Avenue, Corinth Contact: 518-654-9255 | 518-792-0271 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Corinth United Methodist Church 243 Main Street, Corinth Contact: 518-654-2521 | cfumc@cnyconnect.net Services: Sunday 11 a.m.

Cornerstone Community Church

Bethesda Episcopal Church*

100 Saratoga Village Boulevard, #8, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-664-5204 | mycornerstonechurch.org Pastor Frank Galerie Services: Sunday 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

41 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-5980 | bethesdachurch.org The Very Rev’d Marshall J. Vang Services: Sunday 8 a.m and 10 a.m.

Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Community 2001 Route 9, Round Lake Contact: 518-877-8506 | office@corpuschristichurch.net Services: Saturday: 4 p.m. Sunday: 8 and 11 a.m.

Burnt Hills United Methodist Church*

Eastern Orthodox — Christ the Savior

816 Route 50, Burnt Hills Contact: 518-399-5144 | nybhumc.com | Pastor Holly Nye Services: Sunday 9 and 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

349 Eastline Road, Ballston Lake Contact: 518-212-7845 | xcsavior.org Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

Calvary Capital District

6 Burgoyne Street, Schuylerville Contact: 518-695-6069 | faithchapelschuylerville.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: calvarycd.com | Pastor Andrew Holt Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church 768 Charlton Road, Charlton Contact: 518-399-4831 | charltonfreehold.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Christ Community Reformed Church

Faith Chapel

First Baptist Church of Saratoga Springs 45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-6301 | fbcsaratoga.org Services: Sunday Noon First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa

1010 Route 146, Clifton Park Contact: 518-371-7654 | ccrc-cpny.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

202 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-8361 | bspabaptist.org Services: 10:30 a.m. (9 a.m. in July and August) Sunday School: 9 a.m. (all ages)

Christ Episcopal Church*

First Presbyterian Church of Ballston Spa

15 West High Street, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-1031 Services: Sunday 8 a.m., 10 a.m., and 5 p.m.

22 West High Street, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-5583 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Grace Fellowship Saratoga* 165 High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-691-0301 | saratoga.gracefellowship.com Pastor Mike Adams Services: Sundays 9 and 11 a.m.

Greater Grace Community Church 100 Saratoga Village, Building 17, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-899-7777 | thechurch@ggccmalta.org Pastor David Moore Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Greenfield Center Baptist Church 30 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center Contact: 518-893-7429 Services: 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. (all ages) Highway Tabernacle Church 235 Hudson Avenue, Mechanicville Contact: 518-664-4442 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Hope Church 206 Greenfield Avenue, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-7442 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.; Sunday School: 9 a.m.

Jonesville United Methodist 963 Main Street, Clifton Park Contact: 518-877-7332 Services: Sunday: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Living Waters Church of God 4330 State Route 50, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-587-0484 | livingwaterscog.us Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Malta Presbyterian Church 118 Dunning Street, Malta Contact: 518-899-5992 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Malta Ridge United Methodist Church 729 Malta Avenue Extension, Malta Contact: 518-581-0210 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Middle Grove United Methodist Church* 429 Middle Grove Road, Middle Grove Contact: 518-581-2973 Pastor Jason Proctor Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

Mt. Olivet Baptist Church 100 Cresent Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-9441 | Rev. Dr. Victor L. Collier Services: 10 a.m.

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019 RELIGION

Places of Worship

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New Life Fellowship*

St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church*

Schuylerville United Methodist Church

51 Old Gick Road, ­­Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-580-1810 | newlifeinsaratoga.org.

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

231 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-6122 Services: Weekdays 8 a.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.; Sunday 8, 10 a.m., and 5 p.m.; Spanish Mass 1 p.m.

51 Church Street, Schuylerville Contact: 518-695-3101 | sumethodist.org Services: Sunday 11 a.m.

St. George’s Episcopal Church

971 Route 146, Clifton Park Contact: 518-371-7964 Services: Sunday 9 and 10:45 a.m.

Next Level Church Comedy Works: 388 Broadway, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-306-7133 | nextlevel.church/saratoga-ny-church Pastor Joe | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Northway Church 770 Pierce Road, Clifton Park Contact: 518-899-1200 | northwaychuch.tv Services: 9:30 and 11 a.m.

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

Old Stone Church (American Baptist) 159 Stone Church Road, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-583-1002 | Services: 10:30 a.m.

Olde Liberty Baptist 600 Route 67, Malta Contact: oldelibertybaptist.com Services: Sunday 10, 11 a.m., and 2 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m.

Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic Church* 73 Midline Road, Ballston Lake Contact: 518-399-5713 Services: Saturday 5:30 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Perry Road Baptist Church* 150 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-587-0711 | Pastor Thomas Van McClain Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Pine Road Community Church* 59 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs Contact: 860-942-7359 | Thegrovess.com Pastor Mark Kehrer | Services: Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

Porter Corner’s United Methodist Church* 512 Allen Road, Porter Corner’s Contact: 518-893-2289 Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

Presbyterian-NE Congregational Church* 24 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-6091 | pnecchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church (ELCA) 4 Northcrest Drive, Clifton Park Contact: 518-371-2226 | poplutheranchurch.org Services: Sunday 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Contemporary Worship: 1st and 3rd Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:15- 10:15 a.m. (Sept.-June) REACH- Christian education for adults: 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Quaker Springs United Methodist Church* 466 Route 32, Schylerville Contact: 518-695-3101 | qsumc.com | Pastor Ben Lalka Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

River of Hope Fellowship 100 Saratoga Village Boulevard, Malta Commons, Suite 3 Contact: riverofhopefellowship.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Roman Catholic Church of St. Peter* 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-2375 Services: Saturday 5 p.m.; Sunday 7:30, 9 and 11 a.m.

912 Route 146, Clifton Park Contact: 518-371-6351 | stgeorge@csdsl.net Services: Saturday 4:30 p.m.; Sunday 7:30, 9, 11:30 a.m.

St. Isaac Jogues 716 Route 9P, Saratoga Lake Contact: 518-813-5090 | Father Patrick Rice Services: Sunday 10 a.m. (Open Memorial Day to winter)

Shenendehowa United Methodist

Simpson United Methodist Church 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls Contact: 518-885-4794 Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.

St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church*

Soul Saving Station for Every Nation Christ Crusaders of America

3159 Route 9N, Greenfield Center Contact: 518-893-7680 | stjosephschurchgreenfieldcenter.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m.

62 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-3122 | soulsavingstationchurch.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church*

Starpoint Church

167 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-7411 | stmarysbsta.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8:30, 10:30 a.m., Noon

410 21st Century Park Drive, Clifton Park Contact: 518-371-2811 | starpoint.church Services: 9, 10:30 a.m. and Noon

St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church*

Stillwater Christian Fellowship

771 Route 29, Rock City Falls Contact: 518-885-4677 | sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com Services: Sunday 8:30 a.m.

Meeting at Liberty Ridge Farm: 29 Bevis Road, Schaghticoke Contact: 518-288-8802 Services: 10 a.m.

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church

Stillwater United Church (Presbyterian U.S.A.)

149 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-0904 | office@spalutheran.org Services: Saturday 5 p.m.; Sunday 8:30 and 11 a.m.

747 Hudson Avenue, Stillwater Contact: 518-664-7984 | stillwaterunitedchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

St. Peter Lutheran Church

Temple Sinai*

2776 Route 9, Malta Contact: 518-583-4153 | Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-8730 | saratogasinai.org Shabbat Services: Friday 6 or 8 p.m. (rotating schedule); Saturday 10:30 a.m.

St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church 1 Grove Street, Schuylerville Contact: 518-695-3918 Rev. Donna J. Arnold | Services: Sunday 8 and 9 a.m.

St. Therese Chapel (RC) 1 Wilton-Gansevoort Road, Gansevoort Contact: 518-792-2276 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

St. Thomas Anglican Church 242 Grooms Road, Halfmoon Contact: 518-348-0842 | thomasanglican.com Father John Bassett | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Saratoga Abundant Life Church 2 Hutchins Road, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-885-5456 | salchurch.org Services: Sunday 8:20 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Saratoga Chabad 130 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-526-0773 | saratogachabad.com Saratoga Friends Meeting (Quaker) 571 Route 32, Quaker Springs Contact: 518-587-7477 | 518-399-5013 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Saratoga United Methodist Church* 175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-3720 | saratogaumc.com Services: Sunday 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

Saratoga Seventh-Day Adventist Church 399 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-587-6951 | saratogasda.org Services: Worship 11 a.m.; Sabbath School: 10 a.m.

Terra Nova Church* 45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-833-0504 | terranovachurch.org Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

The Salvation Army/ Worship, Service & Community Center 27 Woodlawn Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-1640 Services: Worship 11 a.m. | Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Trinity United Methodist Church 155 Ballard Road, Gansevoort Contact: 518-584-9107 | tumcwilton.com | Rev. Jeff Stratton Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs* 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-1555 | uusaratoga.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Unity Church in Albany 21 King Avenue, Albany Contact: 518-453-3603 Services: Sunday 9 and 11 a.m.; Sunday School: 11 a.m.

West Charlton United Presbyterian Church 1331 Sacandaga Road, West Charlton Contact: 518-882-9874 | westcharltonupc.org | Rev. Thomas Gregg Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Wilton Baptist Church 755 Saratoga Road, Wilton Contact: 518-583-2736 | wiltonbaptistchurch.com Services: Sunday 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.

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LOCAL BRIEFS

On Exhibit “People” – by Artist Barbara King will be on display at the Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs through October 28. Barbara’s interests include pen and ink, line drawings, pencil, pastel, charcoal drawings as well as oil and acrylic paintings. Her primary interest is drawing figures and faces. For more information call Barbara at 518-583-1831 or email tking18@nycap.rr.com.

Fish Fry Friday Knights of Columbus 246 will be hosting Fish Fry Friday on October 25, from 5 -8 p.m. Entrees will include Fried or Baked Haddock or Fried Clamstrips, French Fries, Coleslaw, Tartar Sauce, and Cocktail Sauce for $12 ($1 extra for take-out). Also available for purchase will be New England Clam Chowder, Macaroni & Cheese, and Dessert. KOC events are open to the public, there is convenient parking, and they have reasonably-priced drinks. Please support this and other KOC events to enable them to continue to perform their charitable works within the community. For questions, please call 518-584-8547.

Monty Python’s Spamalot Presented by S.C.T. Teens, the outrageous, uproarious, and gloriously entertaining story of King Arthur and the Lady of the Lake will delight audiences as they search for the Holy Grail and always look on the bright side of life. Rated PG-13 for some language. The performances will be held Friday, October 25 at 7 p.m. and Saturday October 26 at 1 and 7 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs High School Teaching Auditorium. Reserved seating $18, General Admission Adult, $15, Senior and Student (side sections) $10, kids under 10 are free.

Saratoga Recycles Day Got Junk? Keep it out of the landfill. Bring it to SPAC Parking lot, west side of Route 50 on October 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

We will be collecting the following household items: B.E.S.T. (aka) Backstretch - Men’s work boots,

rain jackets, jeans, hoodies, towels, twin sheets, & blankets. Shelters of Saratoga - Sleeping bags and backpacks. Her Treasure Box cloth, yarn, craft paper, frames, buttons, canvas, scissors, thread, craft books, patterns, stamps, jewelry supplies, art supplies and materials. Saratoga Springs Lions Club - Eye glasses and Hearing aids. American Clothing Company - Clothing & Textiles. Bikeatoga - Bikes and Bike Exchange (no helmets). JGS Recycling Electronics, Appliances and Metal.

TV’s and Computer Monitors ($20 each; limit 4 per vehicle).

There will be a $5 entrance fee per vehicle and $20 per TV and monitor (limit 4 TVs per vehicle) PLUS a new traffic flow designed for shorter wait times! www. sustainablesaratoga.org/projects/ zero-waste/recycles-day.

“Experience the Excellence!”

The premiere Wedding Show at the Excelsior Springs Event Center. You are invited to experience the elegance and grandeur of the Excelsior Springs Event Center at their premier “Experience the Excellence” Wedding Show on Sunday, October 27 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Allow the Excelsior Springs Event Center to assist you in making your wedding planning a little bit easier by offering the opportunity to visit with a select group of wedding professionals gathered all in one space, presenting their very best to you. Vendors are available for you to comfortably talk to and ask questions of in planning your special day and making it the day of your dreams. For more information call 518-365-3459.

How Safe are our Schools?

An evening with Parkland parent, Max Schachter, father of Alex Schachter, one of seventeen people tragically murdered during the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School massacre. Max partners with school districts and law enforcement agencies nationwide to evaluate and improve their existing safety protocols. The event will be held on October 28 at 7p.m. at the Saratoga Hilton, 534 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Free admission, registration required. Tickets are available at maxschachtersaratoga. brownpapertickets.com.

Footware, Falling and Finishing with Flair The Senior Services Committee of CAPTAIN/CHS will present a program for Senior Citizens on October 29 at 1 p.m. in the Town of Ballston Community Library. Karen Laing, of Health Literacy for All, will present the program. Falling is a leading cause of seniors having to leave their homes and move into rehab centers, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes.

Take a public health look at the major causes of falling, and a deeper look at one cause of falling - improper footwear.

Help yourself finish the rest of your life with flair by avoiding falling. In addition, information about Care Links will be provided, with information about how to volunteer to help Senior Citizens in the community and how to seek assistance if you need help.

Havurah Vatik Longtime tour guide, Gloria May, will share her research on historic Greenridge Cemetery at congregation Shaara Tfille on October 29 from 11 a.m.

– 1 p.m. Gloria May has been giving tours of Saratoga Springs for 20 years on behalf of the Saratoga Visitors Center and the Saratoga Preservation Foundation. Naturally, she has a few fascinating stories to tell. She will join us to share these stories of the early citizens of our fair city. Is this relevant to the Jewish denizens of Saratoga? Yes! The first permanent Jewish resident, Benjamin Goldsmith, and his family, are part of the Greenridge story. For reservations, call 518584-8730, ext. 4.

Malta Community Center Arts, Crafts and Gift Fair The Malta Department of Parks and Recreation will be hosting their annual Arts, Crafts and Gift Fair on Saturday, November 2 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Malta Community Center located at 1 Bayberry Drive, just off Route 9, ½ mile north of Routes 9 and 67. Over 65 vendors will be on hand for your holiday shopping pleasure. This highly attended show has free admission and free parking. Call the center at 518-899-4411 for additional information.

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019 Learn How to Homebrew Day On November 2, thousands of people will gather at Learn to Homebrew Day sites worldwide to brew beer and learn about the hobby of homebrewing. In 1999, Learn To Homebrew Day was established by the American Homebrewers Association to promote the most rewarding, and delicious activity of all time — homebrewing. Join the celebration at the Saratoga Zymurgist, 112 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs from Noon to 3 p.m. There will be a brewing demonstration, as well as the chance to meet other home brewers, and see their equipment that they use to brew with. There is no cost to attend. Rain or shine.

Fourth Annual Veterans Ball The Ball will be held at the Hall of Springs on Sunday, November 3 from 5 to 9 p.m. Attendees will support VCHC’s mission to serve local Veterans and their families with affordable housing and support services.

This year the proceeds will be used to kick off a campaign to build Foreverly House, a two-family home for Veteran Moms and their children while they make the transition from military to civilian life. The evening’s highlights will include Honorary Chair Ray O’Conor, LaSalle Institute’s JROTC Cadets, live music by The Joey Thomas Big Band, Photobooth

by Mossey Photography, complimentary champagne, chocolate fountain provided

by We Do Fondue, décor provided by Fine Affairs, food stations, cash bar and fabulous silent auction. A memorable highlight of the evening will be a special tribute to area resident WWII Veterans. The event will also ceremoniously honor five local Veterans, a Fallen Hero and the SaratogaWilton Elks. Tickets are $100 each and can be purchased at www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/4089627.

Annual Card Party and Luncheon Heritage Garden Club of Saratoga Springs invites you to bring your friends and come to enjoy a pleasant lunch and afternoon of playing cards, and

games and socializing with your friends at Embassy Suites, located at 86 Congress St., Saratoga Springs. A buffet menu consists of soup, salad, variety of quiches, coffee and dessert. Please bring your own cards and games. It will be held on November 4, registration is at noon, buffet lunch at 12:30 p.m. with a 4:45 p.m. departure. RSVP by October 28 to Sharon at 518-258-1511.

Tickets are $25. Reserve early for a table of 4 or more.

2019 Renewable Energy & Sustainable Living Fair The fourth annual Green Fair or Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Fair will be held on Saturday, November 16 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Sage College Armory, 130 New Scotland Ave., Albany.

Enjoy one-stop shopping with information, services and products related to living in harmony with our earth. It is free and open to the public with ample, accessible parking and great roadside visibility. It is sponsored by Community Advocates for a Sustainable Environment, a local grassroots group. This is the largest indoor/ outdoor environmental Fair in the Capital Region. At the Fair, meet for profit and nonprofit exhibitors, listen to speakers on a variety of environmental topics while enjoying vegan friendly food and drink. It is a “zero waste” event using compostable products. Last year, there were a record fifty-three exhibitors and 23 workshop presenters. If you are interested in being an exhibitor, call 518-781-4686.

The Not Too Far From Home Comedy Tour A fundraising show for After the Fire, Inc., a volunteer non-profit organization helping people in Saratoga County who have been victims of fire in their home.

Emcee will be Dan Geurin, headliner is Moody McCarthy, featuring Jeremy Goff. The show will take place on Saturday, November 23 at the Saratoga Holiday Inn, 232 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Dinner 6 p.m., Show 8 p.m. dinner and show costs $60. Show only advanced sale $20 (at the door $25). Call 518-581-1823 to reserve your tickets now.

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

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Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

This Week’s Events: OCT 18 - 24 family friendly FRIDAY, OCTOBER18 Chicken BBQ Fundraizer American Legion, 34 West Ave., Saratoga Springs | 4 – 7 p.m. | $15 Menu: ½ chicken, baked potato, salad.

Tickets available at American Legion Post 70 or limited at the door. Take-out available.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 Heritage Hunters Annual Genealogy Conference Saratoga Town Hall, Corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29, Schuylerville | 8:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Skip Duett and Judith A. Herbert, members of The Association of Professional Genealogists, will be the speakers.. Early registration is encouraged - $30 for members and $40 for non-members and includes lunch, breaks, and exhibits. An option is offered for $45 that would include HH 2019-2020 membership at $15 and the Conference at $30. For information call 518-871-9731 or 518-885-9309.

Fly-In All You Can Eat Breakfast ESAM, 250 Rudy Rudy Chase Dr., Glenville 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. | The Empire State Aerosciences Museum will be hosting its monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast. At 10 a.m., longtime area resident and retired professional pilot, Mike Collins will present “Tales of a November Yankee.” Fly-In if you would like. Pilots: Tower Frequency 121.3; Ground 121.9. Land at Schenectady County Airport and taxi to Richmor Aviation North. Tell them you are going to ESAM.

3rd Annual Soup-er Saturday Vendor Blender South Glens Falls United Methodist Church 15 Maplewood Parkway, S. Glens Falls 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Come for soup, stay and shop. Vendors include: Paparazzi Jewelry, thirty-one, ham radio display, Pampered Chef, handmade quilts and fleece blankets, Avon, Parks Bently display, and Dailey Designs, J.R. Watkins. For more information call 518-793-1152.

SIS Open House 149 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m.

PreK - Middle School. We offer rigorous academics, small class sizes, specials for all grades – Spanish, art, music, technology, and physical education, after school clubs and sports, scholarships and financial aid available, before and after care programs.

For more information call 518-583-0841 or visit, www.siskids.org.

Calvary Episcopal Church 11th Annual Holiday Bazaar 85 Lake Hill Rd., Burnt Hills 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Fifty different crafts handmade by parishioners and friends.

Crafts include woven baskets, wood burned items, crocheted items, fleece blankets, soap, earrings, lip balm, mittens, alcohol ink dishes, table runners and much much more. Also includes, lunch, a bake sale, and a quilt raffle.

Fall Bazaar 34 George St., Round Lake | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Sponsored by Round Lake United Methodist Women. A luncheon of sandwich, soup, dessert and drink will be served. A Holiday table with fall and Christmas items, Bake sale with goodies for all and a Chinese Auction drawing at 3 p.m. No need to be present to win. Come join us for some fun, food and fellowship.

Travel to Spain - Trip Overview Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 11:30 a.m. | Saratoga Arts is sponsoring a tour to Spain May 11 - 20, 2020 and invites you to a trip overview for “Spain: A Treasure Chest of Wonders.” The trip price is $3,399 land only, double occupancy.

For additional information, go to www. goedventures.com. Contact goedventures@ gmail.com or call Mary at 607-387-3322.

Soupapalooza Long Shadows Farm, 84 Dr. Brown Lane, Cambridge, 2 p.m. | Long Shadows Farm and ACCT Naturally will hold a fall fundraiser featuring pony rides, wagon rides other fun farm activities. Local restaurants and chefs bring their best soup for you to sample and vote for your favorite. Silent auction, music and beer on tap. All proceeds benefit charitable organizations dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating horses and placing them in programs for veterans, first responders, teens and women. Tickets are $25 in advance, or $35 at the door. Farm festival activities are $5 each. For more information, go to www.longshadowshorses. org or call 518-928-6161.

Old Friends at Cabin Creek Farm Tour 483 Sandhill Rd., Greenfield Center | 11 a.m.

The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame presents a special tour of Saratoga County’s only thoroughbred retirement farm. Tour the grounds, meet retired thoroughbreds, and enjoy a catered lunch at the farm. Cost is $25 for Museum members and $30 for non-members.

Participants will receive a free pass to visit the Museum. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call 518-5840400, ext. 120 to reserve your spot or email nmrtours@racingmuseum.net.

Fall Fest Music Night Unitarian Universalist Congregation 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs 6:30 p.m. | Enjoy an evening of fun and music with eight performers and a special guest, the legendary Adirondack Folk Musician Dan Berggran. Wine, cider, and desserts. Music begins at 7:15 p.m. Cost: $15 per person; $40 per family. Tickets may be purchased uusaratoga.org/fallfest.

Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony The National Museum of Dance 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m.

The evening will include the inductions of Carmen de Lavallade and Sir Frederick Ashton into the Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius Vanderbilt Whitney Hall of Fame, as well as a special dedication to Marylou Whitney and John Hendrickson. The evening will also celebrate the opening of new exhibitions honoring the two inductees’ extraordinary careers in dance. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served. For more information email info@dancemuseum. org, or call 518-584-2225, ext. 3001.

Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students, and free for members.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20 The Petite Retreat National Museum of Dance 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | An exciting day of learning and exploring the world of parenting - from pregnancy to preschool. Attendees can look forward to over 15 educational workshops, meeting with local parenting experts, as well as shopping for the hottest products for mom and baby. Ticket price of $25 includes admission for two people. To learn more or for ticket information, please visit www.

TPRToga.com or call 518-338-7304.

Plein Air Art Sale to Benefit Friends Park Administration Building, Gideon Putnam Room, 19 Roosevelt Dr., Saratoga Springs 3 – 5 p.m. | The Friends of Saratoga Spa State Park invites art lovers to the to see and purchase “Plein Art” paintings. Refreshments will be served, and painting sales will benefit the Friends of State Park and artists.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 21 Open Mic Night Caffe Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs 7 p.m. | All ages, all styles. The event is free, but please leave a $3 donation for their nonprofit organization if you can. Sign up is 7 to 7:25 p.m., the show is at 7:30 p.m. Two songs, or 10 minutes. Sign up is first-come, first-served.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22 Blood Drive Shenendehowa United Methodist Church 971 Route 146, Clifton Park | 1 – 6 p.m.

Sponsored by Nick’s Fight to be Healed Foundation which supports local pediatric cancer patients and their families. Please sign up today at www.redcrossblood.org (use sponsor code NICKSFIGHT) or call 1-800RED CROSS to make an appointment.

Family Lego Night Saratoga Springs Public Library Children’s Room | 7 – 8 p.m.

Check out some of our Lego building books for ideas or invent your own. For families and children in grades K-5.

Younger children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 23 Italian Dinner Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Menu: soup, salad, baked ziti, chicken riggies, meatballs, Italian sausage, garlic bread, dessert, coffee, tea. Donation Requested: $12 adults, $11 seniors (62 years) and military (active or retired) with ID card, $8 children 5-12. Children under 5 free, $12 all take-outs.

Cash bar available. Call 518-584-2585.

Sprucing Up the Adirondacks Crandall Library, 251 Glen St., Glens Falls 7 p.m. | Dr. Angelena Ross will present “Sprucing up the Adirondacks: Managing the Spruce Grouse, One of New York’s Rarest Birds.” Dr. Ross will discuss the NYSDEC’s management efforts for the Spruce Grouse. This program is presented by the Southern Adirondack Audubon Society and is free and open to the public.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24 Reading Group Open House Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 6 p.m.

Reading group members join us for light refreshments and presentations about the best new books for your group. Attend and register your group with us to receive free advance reading copies of forthcoming books. For more information visit www.northshire.com

Upcoming Meetings

MONDAY, OCTOBER 21 Parkinson’s Support Group Wesley Health Care Center, Woodlawn Commons, 2nd floor | 2 p.m.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22 After the Fire Meeting Eagle Matt Lee Firehouse Washington St., Ballston Spa | 7 p.m.

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PUMPKIN CARVING ON THE FARM

Enjoy our pumpkin harvest with a fun jack o’ lantern carving workshop with friends and neighbors on your community farm! Pitney Meadow Farm, 223 West Ave., Saratoga Springs from noon 12 - 3 p.m. in the pumpkin patch (large field) on Saturday, October 19. $10 - $15 for a large carving pumpkin. Carving tools for kids included and we compost the mess!

NIGHTMARES AT LIBERTY RIDGE FARM

Six haunted attractions, all full of the scariest monsters and creepiest creatures you can dream up. Featuring: Two Haunted Houses, a Haunted Corn Maze, Wooden Stockade Fence Maze, The Underworld Tunnel, a Trail through the Haunted Forest. Also included is the Psychic Sideshow and a Haunted Trolley Ride! Open October 18, 19, 25 & 26. Screams start at 7 p.m. Last admission sold at 10 p.m. For more information call 518-664-1515 or visit libertyridgefarmny.com/nightmares. The farm is located at 29 Bevis Rd., Schaghticoke.

HOCUS POCUS!

With special effects and audience participation! After 300 years the Sanderson Sisters are BACK and ready to Put a Spell on You, Saratoga! Join Max, Allison, Dani and Binx as they try to defeat the Witches and save the children of Salem! New venue, same spooky fun! We have moved our Special FX showing of Hocus Pocus to the Saratoga Arts Center, located at 320 Broadwy, Saratoga Springs, on October 18, and 19 at 7 p.m. Similar to last year expect lots of silliness and fun, including special effects (strobe lights, etc), a BoOoOok raffle. trick-or-treat candy for kids, and more! Halloween costumes are encouraged but not required for audience members. Each ticket price includes audience participation prop bag. This is a family-friendly event. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Tickets available at: hocussaratoga. brownpapertickets.com.

THE JOHN VINCEK MEMORIAL & OAS HAUNTED HAYRIDE

Join Operation Adopt A Soldier for its 18th annual Haunted Hayride at Gavin Park in Wilton. October 18, 19 and 25, 26, from 4 to 10 p.m. A family-friendly feature will be available from 4 to 6 p.m. The event offers fun for all ages with games, food, face painting and a costume contest at 6:30 p.m. nightly. Cost is $8 for "Little Screamers" and $15 per person! You're in for a scare if you join us for our Haunted Hayride after dark! For more information call Cliff at 518-260-9922, Lynette at 518-222-1091, email or Facebook message. Those interested in being actors at our attraction can call Sherry at 518-522-2472.

TRUNK OR TREAT

Celebrate Halloween with a safe and family friendly Trunk or Treat event at the Saratoga YMCA, located at 290 West Ave., Saratoga Springs, on Saturday, October 19 from 1 - 3 p.m. Families and Y staff will park their cars in our lot, decorate their trunks, and hand out treats to trick or treaters. We will also have snacks and games under the pavilion. This event is free and open to the public.

HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARADE

The Malta Department of Parks, Recreation and Human Services will be hosting their annual Family Fun Halloween Costume Parade, a fun fall event complete with a parade, trick or treating and a craft for children and their families on Saturday, October 19. The fun kicks off with a parade starting at the Malta Town Hall at 1:30 p.m. with trick or treating along the parade route and ending up at the Malta Community Center for a craft and refreshments. Call 518899-4411 for additional information.

BALLSTON SPA WITCH WALK

Double, double, toil and trouble! It’s time to bust out your broom sticks and magic wands! The annual Witch Walk is making its way to the streets of Ballston Spa, beginning at Wiswall Park, Front St., Ballston Spa, on Friday, October 25, 5 p.m. For details visit www.eventbrite.com/e/ballstonspa-witch-walk-2019-tickets-72082339217.

SARATOGA SPRINGS DBA 18TH ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL

The festival is scheduled for Saturday, October 26, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. This is a family-friendly fall tradition that provides free entertainment and activities including magic shows, trick-or-treating, arts and crafts, games and prizes, pumpkin rolling races, costumes, face painting, live music and more! The day ends with a colorful Kids' Costume Parade down the sidewalks of Broadway and ends with free Carousel rides in Congress park. For more information, visit www.saratogaspringsdowntown.com

BOO2YOU HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL

The Glens Falls Collaborative announces its annual Boo2You Halloween festival to take place Saturday, October 26, from 2 to 4 p.m. Rain date is October 27.

Children, and their grown-ups, are encouraged to attend in costume to trick or treat and enjoy the festivities.

Activities along Glen Street, and in City Park, from 2 to 4 p.m., include trick-or-treating at downtown storefronts and along “candy lane” with guest businesses and organizations, meet and greet with costumed characters, spooky dance performances by local dance schools, and a 'Fun Zone' including pony rides, petting zoo and games.

Visit Candy Row on Ridge St., and a Harry Potter themed Hogwarts School to tour at St. Mary’s – St. Alphonsus School at 10 – 12 Church St., Glens Falls. Boo2You is presented by the Glens Falls Collaborative and sponsored by the Glens Falls BID and the City of Glens Falls and Glens Falls Printing. For more information, visit www. glensfallscollaborative.com.

HAUNTED HALLOWEEN WALK

Take a haunted walk through the day use area at Moreau Lake State Park, on Saturday, October 26. Tours starting at 6 to 8 p.m. Refreshments and activities will be available.

Fee of $5 per car. Advance registration is required by calling the park office at 518-793-0511. Please bring a flashlight! Suggested for children 12 and under. The Friends of Moreau Lake (non-profit) will be sponsoring the event. Proceeds go to benefit the educational programs and patron services here at the park.

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HALLOWEEN DANCE PARTY

On Saturday, October 26 at 6 p.m. Hubbard Hall, located at 25 E. Main St., Cambride, is hosting a Halloween Dance Party - with a live DJ, fun games, snacks, drinks and beer and wine for an extra fee. Only $10 for Adults/$5 Students.

Come dress up and dance. It’s going to be a rocking great Halloween Party! Sponsored by Brown’s Brewing Company and in Partnership with the Cambridge Youth Commission.

THE WITCHES’ BALL

The Zonta Clubs of Schenectady and Montgomery/Fulton are hosting The Witches’ Ball: A Night Out for Charity on Saturday, October 26, at the WatersEdge Lighthouse, 2 Freemans Bridge Road, Schenectady. Event kicks off at 5:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. Music, dancing, costumes, prizes, raffles. Costumes are optional and attendees must be at least 18 years of age. Sponsorship levels are available by going to zontaofsch19.wufoo.com/forms/witches-ball-sponsorship.

Tickets $65/per person or $120/couple. Tickets may be reserved in advance at zontaofsch19.wufoo.com/forms/ witches-ball/. Proceeds will benefit the Mooncatcher’s Project and other charitable initiatives of Zonta. For more information, email zontaofschenectady@gmail.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS RECREATION DEPARTMENT’S TRUNK OR TREAT

Parade, fun, giveaways and lots of candy. Hosted by the City of Saratoga Springs Recreation Department and Saratoga Springs Friends of Rec on Sunday, October 27 at the Saratoga Recreation Center Parking Lot, 15 Vanderbilt Ave., Saratoga Springs from 5 - 6 p.m. Parade starts at 4:45 p.m. To reserve a spot and/or RSVP please email recreservations@saratogasprings.org by Wednesday, October 23 (include the number in your party). Cars must be parked by 4 p.m. No rain date.

HALLOWEEN GHOST TOURS AT CANFIELD CASINO

The Canfield Casino, located at 1 E Congress Street, Saratoga Springs, will host Halloween Ghost Tours on Wednesday, October 30, starting at 6 p.m. Tours groups begin every 15 minutes. The last group steps off at 8 p.m. Each tour is one hour and limited to 15 people. In 2010 the paranormal investigators from the television show Ghost Hunters and their crew, TAPS investigated the building and drew their own conclusions to whom or what walks the halls. Cost: Adults $10, Children 6-17 $8, Under 6 free. Paid reservations required; 518-584-6920, ext. 102 to reserve your tour.

GHOST IN THE YADDO GARDENS

ZOMBIE ZIPLINE

SCHUYLER FARMS HAUNTED CORN MAZE

DOUBLE M HAUNTED HAYRIDES

Experience the Spirit(s) of the Gardens. Feel the energy and creativity of the forces of the Earth. Share in the spiritual intrigue from Native Americans, Edgar Allan Poe, the Trask family and other contemporary visitors.

Ghosts in the Yaddo Garden Tours’ will be held every Friday and Sunday evenings at 5 p.m., through October 27. Docent led tours begin at the Yaddo Garden parking lot and last for approximately one hour. This tour is of the Yaddo Gardens and does not include the Yaddo Mansion.

Cost is $10 per person (children under 12 are free).

Private docent led ghost tours may be arranged at a day convenient to your group. Contact Yaddo at 518-584-0746 or Yaddo.org for more information.

Are you wondering what comes out at night in the corn maze? Stop by and enter our Field of Screams Friday and Saturday nights in October to find out! You will never experience anything quite like the Field of Screams! Every twist and turn in the maze will hold a new surprise for you. As you navigate your way through the corn maze, with just a flashlight to light your way, anticipation and fear will build inside of you. There are demons and ghouls around every bend...masked men with chainsaws following behind you...haunted buildings within the maze to pass through...and many more surprises that will make you laugh and cry. The Haunted Maze is a unique experience that will have you coming back year after year. Haunting is from dusk to 10 p.m. Last ticket sold at 9:15 p.m., no exceptions. Cost is $15 per victim. For more information call 518-695-5308 or visit www.schuylerfarms.com.

FIELD OF TERRORS

Field of Horrors, located at 100 Farrell Rd., Troy, offers several different attractions for the price of one! New this year: Condemned Manor, Return of the Mummy’s Curse, Trail of Terror Hayride, Death Trap, and Insanity. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in October and October 31, November 1. Not recommended for children under 10. Strobe lights are in use throughout the premises.

All fog machine liquid is water based. This is not a handicap accessible facility. General admission is $28.

See more information and frequently asked questions at fieldofhorrors.com.

Happy Halloween from Saratoga TODAY!

This tour is not for the faint of heart. Your nightmare begins with a corpse-guided tour along a serial killer infested forest to then be hauled into the trees among complete, utter horror. Once in the trees you will be launched in complete darkness...alone, afraid, and vulnerable...along a screaming steel cable hundreds of feet along at Mountain Ridge Adventure’s awesome Zip Line Park, located at 300 Weatherwax Rd. in Schenectady.

The terror occurs every Friday and Saturday night in the month of October from 7 - 10 p.m. Zombie Zip Line is intended for mature audiences only. Ages 14 and above will be strictly adhered. This is not your Disney horror show. This is the real deal. Tickets are limited - book today. www.mountainridgeadventure.com.

Scary Harry, the iconic ghost cowboy of Double M, has a horrifying experience awaiting you yet again this year.

Your journey will begin with a true Haunted Hayride on a tractor-drawn wagon, winding through the dark woods that are rumored to be filled with spirits and creatures of unimaginable beings. At the conclusion of the hayride, your journey will continue on foot into Brutality, the deep woods compound of a tortuous family.

Next up is The Last Inn, a residence that is known for a disappearing guest or two and a vicious staff. From here you will enter the not-so-merry and bright realm of Jingle Hell. Your final destination is Maximum Outage, a total darkness experience where you must rely on all of your senses to navigate and survive. The fun continues in our midway area with The Grand Apocalypse Variety Show and Killshot Zombie Laser Tag. Not recommended for children under 12 years old. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday through November 1. For reservations call 518-884-9122 or order your tickets online at doublemhauntedhayrides.com.

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The Schick Art Gallery presents “Motion Studies: Five Contemporary Animators,” Opens Oct. 24 SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Schick Art Gallery presents “Motion Studies: Five Contemporary Animators,” featuring the work of experimental animators Jane Cheadle, Eric Dyer, Hirotoshi Iwasaki, Joshua Mosley and Allison Schulnik.

The exhibition is curated by art professors Sarah Sweeney and Paul Sattler. Sketches, props, short working videos and other materials will be exhibited along with finished animations. Three of the artists — Cheadle, Dyer and Mosley — will visit Skidmore and meet with students.

Public events include an opening reception and gallery talk with Jane Cheadle and Eric Dyer at 5:15 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, at the Schick Art Gallery and an animation screening and talk with Joshua Mosley at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11, in the Somers Room of the Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery.

Jane Cheadle is the author of the Moving Image: Animation course at the Open College of the Arts in South Yorkshire, England.

In her animation “Flow,” which will be on display, Cheadle creates an evolving pattern in black and white by pouring white paint over a rotating black disk.

Eric Dyer’s work builds upon Victorian era optical devices such as the zoetrope and explores a relationship with technology and physical presence in an increasingly digital world.

Hirotoshi Iwasaki holds a Master's in Contemporary Arts from Tokyo University. His animation “Dark Mixer” presents beautifully drawn images of humans and animals repeating isolated motions.

Joshua Mosley’s animations explore learning, perception and our understanding of ourselves. His work begins with extensive research, drawings and meticulously crafted sculptures and props, which are then photographed and animated using various computer platforms.

Allison Schulnik uses painting, ceramics and stop-motion animation to choreograph her figurative subjects in compositions that are both funny and macabre.

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SPAC 2019 Winter Season & Upcoming Performance Dates:

Allison Schulnik, "Mound," clayanimated stop motion video, 2011.

The Schick Art Gallery offers students, the Skidmore community and the public an opportunity to view contemporary exhibitions that complement the studio art curriculum. The gallery is located inside the Saisselin Art Building at Skidmore College.

Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday; and noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

For more information, please visit the gallery website or call 518-580-5049.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — SPAC announced that the 2019 season will continue into the fall and winter months with a new holiday series that will feature the SPAC debuts of The Vienna Boys Choir, The Salzburg Marionette Theatre presenting “The Nutcracker,” and VOCES8 in December. Back by popular demand is also The Orchestra of St. Luke’s performing Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos in the historic Bethesda Episcopal Church.

Returning in November and December is the “Live at the Jazz Bar” series featuring social dancing and live music by Alta Havana and Annie and the Hedonists. The Nutcracker Tea takes place on Nov. 17.

• November 14: Live at the Jazz Bar - Latin Night! Featuring Alta Havana • November 17: Nutcracker Tea 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. in the Hall of Springs • December 4: The Vienna Boys Choir (Bethesda Episcopal Church) • December 6 & 7: “The Nutcracker” by The Salzburg Marionettes (Saratoga Springs High School).

• December 12: Live at the Jazz Bar - Swing Night!

Featuring Annie and the Hedonists • December 14: Orchestra of St. Luke’s Performs Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos (Bethesda Episcopal Church) • December 19: VOCES8 (Bethesda Episcopal Church) For more information go to: SPAC.org.

New York City Ballet Returns July 14 – 18 in 2020 SARATOGA SPRINGS — Elizabeth Sobol, SPAC’s President and CEO, announced the dates for the 2020 classical season at the venue, during Saratoga Performing Arts Center’s Board of Directors meeting on Oct. 10, at the Hall of Springs.

The 2020 season dates include: seven performances by resident company New York City Ballet from July 14 – 18, and The Philadelphia Orchestra for 12 performances from Aug. 5 – 22, in addition to an array of other music and dance offerings in the amphitheater.

The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center will return to the Spa Little Theatre from Aug. 9 –25. SPAC on Stage and Live at the Jazz Bar will also be back by popular demand.

The Philadelphia Orchestra will perform Beethoven’s complete symphonic cycle under the baton of Yannick Nézet-Séguin in four consecutive days.

“Only at SPAC will audiences be able to experience the symphonies in this immersive and virtually unprecedented manner,” Sobol said.

At the fall board meeting, Sobol discussed plans to transform the current temporary concessions and restrooms area. The new structures will accommodate SPAC’s growing community engagement and educational programming. It will also feature new and expanded restroom facilities.

The project is scheduled to be completed in advance of the 2020 season.

“While we will be announcing more details about the upcoming facility projects soon, we are delighted to share that the transformation process has begun, and we are on track to have the project completed in advance of the 2020 season.”

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Artist Recreates Dress from Can’ t You Hear Me Knocking?

Historical Photo of Saratoga SARATOGA SPRINGS — Karl Denson, who’s just come off the road playing some of the world’s largest stages as the touring sax player with the Rolling Stones, performs at Putnam Place with Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe at 9 p.m., Friday, Oct. 18 Putnam Place is located at 63a Putnam St. Day of show tickets cost $22.

Original historic photo (left) used by Sheldon to rebuild a dress (right), which will be displayed at Saratoga Springs Public Library Oct. 24.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Librarian and historical costumer Caitlin Sheldon has taken a historical photograph of Saratoga Springs and rebuilt the dress in the image detail by detail in a project titled “Refashioning Saratoga.”

The finished dress and the recreated photograph, will be publicly displayed at the Saratoga Springs Public Library during a program at 12 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24.

Through an Individual Artist Grant from Saratoga Arts, Sheldon was able to use an image held in the Robert Joki Stereoview Collection in the Saratoga Room at the Saratoga Springs Public Library and recreate the dress, bringing it to life in silk fabric for the purpose of

demonstrating the vibrancy of the history of Saratoga Springs.

Sheldon drafted the pattern for the dress using historical drafting techniques, and spent approximately 100 hours designing, cutting, and sewing the dress from mid-April 2019 to midSeptember 2019. A photographer was enlisted to photograph the dress in the same setting as the original to provide a side by side comparison which will be revealed at the program on Oc. 24.

More information about the project and the recreation process can be found at Ms. Sheldon's website fancymiscellany. wordpress.com and her Instagram @mylittlewolfie.

Karl Denson

Celtic Woman Celebrates 15th Anniversary with SPAC Show SARATOGA SPRINGS — International music group Celtic Woman will celebrate 15 years of music-making with a near-90 city North American Tour that will stage at Saratoga Performing Arts Center on June 7, 2020. Tickets will be available through Livenation.com or through Ticketmaster on Oct. 18.

The 15th Anniversary Tour is a collection of their favorite songs that have made them the most successful all-female group in Irish history with one billion online streams, over four million tickets sold, 12 consecutive

Billboard number ones, and 10 million albums sold. Celtic Woman Celebration will visit

nearly 90 North American cities in 2020, kicking off Feb. 27 in Lakeland, Florida.

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“ Campaign to Saratoga - 1777 ” Program at Canfield Casino Oct. 23

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Renaissance

TO CELEBRATE 50TH ANNIVERSARY AT THE EGG OCT. 19

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Eric Schnitzer, co-author of “Campaign to Saratoga-1777,” will lecture on his book, written with Don Troianni, at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 23, at Canfield Casino.

The Battles of Saratoga are cited as the turning point in the Revolutionary War. Beginning when the armies prepared to face off in June 1777 through the surrender of the British Army in October, the battles of the Northern Campaign were significant to the outcome of the War and the fight for independence. As a result of the

Saratoga battles, the patriots gained confidence, the French entered the war, and the British plan to win the war quickly was put to an end.

Schnitzer is park Ranger/ Historian at Saratoga National Historical Park and is the leading expert on the history of the Burgoyne Campaign. This event - part of the Alfred Z. Solomon Charitable Trust Program Series is free and open to the public. The lecture will be preceded by the annual meeting of the Historical Society. For more information visit www.saratogahistory.org.

ALBANY — The progressive art rock band Renaissance will perform at The Egg at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, as part of the Rhythm International concert series. The legendary band performs their 50th Anniversary Concert “Ashes Are Burning” - a retrospective celebration of Renaissance classics accompanied by the Renaissance Chamber Orchestra. Tickets to the concert are $34.50 and $39.50 and are available at The Egg Box Office at the Empire State Plaza, by telephone at 518-473-1845 or online at www.theegg.org.

Renaissance. Photo provided.

Northshire Bookstore Brings Celebrated Children’s Author to Town SARATOGA SPRINGS — Two-time Newbery Award winning author Kate DiCamillo will discuss her latest New York Times bestselling middle grade novel and take questions from the audience as well as sign and personalize copies of her books for fans after the presentation. The event takes place 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1 at the Saratoga Springs City Center.

A former National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, DiCamillo has over 30 million books in print worldwide, and lives in Minneapolis. “Beverly, Right Here,” is her third straight New York Times bestseller. Books available for purchase from Northshire Bookstore.

Tickets are required to attend and are: 1 seat / 1 book: $26: Admission for one to the event, one hardcover copy of "Beverly, Right Now" and 1 limited edition commemorative poster; 2 seats / 1 book: $33: Admission for two to the event, one hardcover copy of "Beverly, Right Now" and 2 limited

Author Kate DiCamillo. Photo provided.

edition commemorative posters; Family pack 3 seats / 1 book: $40: Admission for three to the event, one hardcover copy of "Beverly,

Right Now" and 3 limited edition commemorative posters.

For more information, go to: Northshire.com.

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TANG TEACHING MUSEUM Wins Three National Design Awards; Museum Collection Hits The Road

Lari Pittman, Once a Noun, Now a Verb #1, 1997, alkyd, acrylic, and spray paint on luan panel with one attached framed work on paper and three attached framed works on panel, 95 x 256 x 2 inches, Tang Teaching Museum collection, gift of Peter Norton.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College has been honored with three awards in the 2019 American Alliance of Museums Publications Design Competition.

The Museum won: • First Prize in the Posters category for a poster created for the exhibition Rose Ocean: Living with Duchamp, designed by Jean Tschanz-Egger, Head of Design at the Tang Museum. The 2- by 3-foot poster features screen-printed text on clear mylar with the letters of the exhibition title made of orange circles with white dots in homage to the typography on a 1934 artist book by the legendary Dada artist Marcel Duchamp.

• Second Prize in the Exhibition Collateral Materials category for an interactive project produced in conjunction with the Tang exhibition ‘Give a damn.’

Also designed by Tschanz-Egger, the project includes four 6x10-foot banners that announced the project and invited visitors to write to their federal, state and local elected representatives about a variety of topics on specially-designed postcards that were mailed by the museum during the run of the show.

• Innovations in Print for the exhibition catalogue Sixfold Symmetry: Pattern in Art & Science, designed by Barbara Glauber, principal of the New York City design firm Heavy Meta. The 128-page catalogue features new

scholarship by Skidmore faculty members, contributions from Skidmore students, and a translucent dust jacket and open binding.

Also announced: Important works at the Tang by acclaimed contemporary artists Nayland Blake and Lari Pittman have hit the road and are now on view as central works in career-spanning surveys at two prestigious Los Angeles museums.

No Wrong Holes: Thirty Years of Nayland Blake is at the Institute for Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, and will be on view through Jan. 26, 2020.

Lari Pittman: Declaration of Independence will be on view through Jan. 5, 2020, at the Hammer Museum at UCLA. “We are honored to have Tang

works included in these important exhibitions,” said Dayton Director Ian Berry, in a statement. “Blake’s monumental Feeder and Pittman’s epic history painting represent key periods in each artist’s body of work.

As stewards of these important latetwentieth-century artworks, and as the Tang collection grows and deepens, we are gratified to share them with new audiences and to see that they resonate with today’s art historians, who are inspired to write new art histories. These new contexts for the collection teach us all a great deal.”

The Tang collection includes more than 16,500 objects, and the works by Blake and Pittman exemplify part of the Museum’s mission of acquiring

important work by artists from underrepresented identities and that reflect the museum’s exhibition history: Pittman was born in Los Angeles from an American father and a Columbian mother, and his work often addresses issues of inequality and sexual identity.

Blake’s work addresses his own queer and biracial identity, as both African American and white. Both of their works are fueled by history and biography and deftly combine narrative and form.

Located on the campus of Skidmore college, admission to the museum is free (donation suggested). Hours are Tuesday through Sunday, noon to 5 p.m., with extended hours until 9 p.m.

Thursday. tang.skidmore.edu.

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Weekend PLANNER SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 Autumn Fest 2019 Pitney Meadows Community Farm, 223 West Ave., Saratoga Springs 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Hosted by Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs.

Join us for Autumn Fest celebrating 100 years of Waldorf education at Pitney Meadows Community Farm! Many fall activities to enjoy including pumpkin carving, horse-drawn carriage rides, petting animals, pony rides, puppet shows, games, live music and rum circle, food trucks, bake sale, and much more! The event will take place rain or shine. Admission is free.

Visit waldorfofsaratoga.org for more information.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 Dock Brown’s Car Show

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Maleficent: Mistress of evil (PG) 2d btX

fri - sun: 11:30 aM, 2:20, 5:10, 8:00, 10:50 Mon - thu: 2:20, 5:10, 8:00, 10:50 fri - sun: 10:30 aM, 1:20, 4:10, 7:00, 9:50 Mon - thu: 1:20, 4:10, 7:00, 9:50

Maleficent: Mistress of evil (PG)

fri - sun: 12:00, 2:30, 5:00, 7:30, 10:00 Mon - thu: 2:30, 5:00, 7:30, 10:00

ZoMbieland: double taP (r)

fri - sun: 11:20 aM, 2:00, 4:30, 7:10, 9:50 Mon - thu: 2:00, 4:30, 7:10, 9:50

the addaMs faMily (PG)

fri - sun: 11:10 aM, 2:10, 4:50, 7:40, 10:45 Mon - thu: 2:10, 4:50, 7:40, 10:45

GeMini Man (PG-13) JeXi (r) Joker (r)

fri - thu: 3:20, 5:30, 10:30 fri - sun: 10:00 aM, 11:00 aM, 12:50, 1:50, 3:50, 4:50, 6:50, 7:50, 9:40, 10:40 Mon - thu: 12:50, 1:50, 3:50, 4:50, 6:50, 7:50, 9:40, 10:40

lucy in the sky (r)

fri - sun: 11:50 aM fri - sun: 10:10 aM, 1:00, 3:40, 6:40, 9:30 Mon - thu: 1:00, 3:40, 6:40, 9:30

Judy (PG-13) ad astra (PG-13)

fri - thu: 12:30, 7:40 fri - sun: 10:20 aM, 1:30, 4:20, 7:20, 10:15 Mon - thu: 1:30, 4:20, 7:20, 10:15

downton abbey (PG) hustlers (r)

fri - thu: 2:40, 5:20, 8:10, 11:00

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Brown’s Beach, 511 NY-9P Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Hosted by Dock Brown’s Lakeside Tavern and Beach Bar. A car show with a lakeside theme. Dining inside or on the deck of the tavern or “grab it and go” by the car. Awards are 30 trophies and of course dash plaques for the first 100 cars to register. Food specials and great craft beers are available in Dock Brown’s Lakeside Tavern.

Registration is onsite from 9-11 a.m. and costs $15. There will also be door prizes. For more information contact: oldcorvettes@ gmail.com or visit the website: brownsbeachresort.com/events.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 Debut Local Screening for Spa City Filmmaker Adirondack Film Festival, The Wood Theatre, 50 Elm St., Glens Falls After securing numerous awards on the international film circuit, Saratoga Springs’ director and photographer Charlie Samuels hosts the debut local screening of his feature documentary film, “Virgin Blacktop: A New York Skate Odyssey,” at the Adirondack Film Festival on Saturday, Oct. 19. The 83-minute documentary feature film screens at 3 p.m. A Q & A session will follow. For more information go to adkfilmfestival.org, or call 518-798-7479.

Note: The Adirondack Film Festival takes place through October 20.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20 Craft and Vendor Fair Congregation Shaara Tfille/The Jewish Community Center of Saratoga Springs, 84 Weibel Ave., Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Free admission to peruse vendors including Lipsense, Piper Lutbak (Massage Therapist), Morgan Malone (Author), Mary Kay, Ominutrition, Pampered Chef, Pink Zebra, Arbonne, Usborne Books & More, Paparazzi, Thirty-One and Young Living as well as homemade crafts, woodworking, African jewelry and clothing, terrariums and other jewelry. Please contact 518-584-2370 or saratogajcc@albany.twcbc.com for more information.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20 4th Annual Schuylerville Fall Festival Downtown Schuylerville | 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

The Schuylerville Small Business Association and the Schuylerville Chamber of Commerce are proud to present the 4th Annual Schuylerville Fall Festival! There will be a Scavenger Hunt for visitors to discover unique local shops and businesses. Along the way enjoy live music, artisans displaying and selling work, and delicious food vendors. Maps will be available at all participating businesses. The Hunt ends at Schuylerville Public Library, where Fall-inspired activities will be in full swing. Admission is free.

Week of October 18 – October 24, 2019

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Puzzles Across 1 “Handle __ care” 5 Burns with hot liquid 11 Ex-Florida governor Bush 14 “__ Ben Adhem” 15 Reacts facially to a bad joke, say 16 Chopping tool 17 What snowbirds seek in winter 19 “Mamma __!”

20 Mecca’s peninsula 21 Heat in a microwave 22 Indy service areas 23 “Do __ others ... “ 25 Most doubtful 27 Ready-to-send correspondence 31 Network with regular pledge drives 32 D-Day French city 33 Steak orders 37 Calm under pressure 39 Since Jan. 1, in accounting 41 Folksy account 42 “Bewitched” witch 45 Buster Brown’s dog 48 Jamaican music genre 49 Liqueur holder 52 Last word of a verbally cited passage 55 “Doctor Zhivago” heroine 56 Potpie veggies 57 Hydroelectric facility 59 Quik maker 63 Dad, to grandpa 64 Ideal party thrower described by the first words of 17-, 27- and 49-Across 66 Cutoff point 67 C to C, in music 68 Richard of “A Summer Place” 69 Org. with a PreCheck Program 70 Sets free 71 Facts and figures Down 1 Electric guitar effect 2 Letter-shaped beam 3 __ Bora: Afghan region 4 Scrooge’s “Nonsense!”

5 Worry about something, slangily 6 Cloak-and-dagger org.

7 Animated bug film

See puzzle solutions on page 46

See puzzle solution on page 46 8 Bar mitzvah toast 9 What fries are fried in 10 Ukr. or Lith., once 11 Actor Foxx 12 Freeway off-ramps 13 Savage sort 18 Tipplers 22 Cockpit figure 24 “I’m __ human” 26 Little lie 27 First fairy tale word 28 Second fairy tale word 29 Trampled (on) 30 ‘80s-’90s crime boss John 34 Mission Control org.

35 Benevolent fraternal group 36 Salty expanses

38 Center of power 40 Bygone phone feature 43 Pal of Piglet 44 Radio City Music Hall design style 46 Cursory looks 47 Long-legged wader 50 “... near and __ my heart” 51 Assailed verbally, with “out” 52 Surprise win 53 Bright signs 54 Press conference format, briefly 58 Degs. for choreographers 60 Old Roman robe 61 Future D.A.’s exam 62 Sicilian volcano 64 D.C. big shot 65 Morn’s counterpart

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: Rebound, Redound Rebound means to bounce or spring back.

The company’s stock price rebounded after the news hit.

Redound means to contribute or lead to something.

Her exceptional performance redounds to the company’s benefit.

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 dave.dowling65@gmail.com

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Notice of formation of Edwards Crew Home Services, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 07/17/2019 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 521 Acland Blvd., Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18. 94560 Notice of formation of sensory tOT spot Occupational Therapy PLLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/27/2019.

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ATTORNEY Any lawful purpose. 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18. 94568 Notice of formation of Athlos Sports Performance, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 9/27/2019 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 6 Equestrian Lane, #6, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8. 94897 Notice of Formation of Kanbe LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 10/15/19.

Office: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 345 Brownell Rd, Ballston Spa NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/18, 10/26, 11/01, 11/08, 11/15, 11/22. 95168

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BLUE STREAKS HALL OF FAME 2019 INDUCTEES

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Though each inductee was unique in what made their Blue Streaks career outstanding, and their post high school career paths differed, they all had a prominent similarity in who they attribute their successes to; their family, and the community of Saratoga Springs they love so much.

Read below for a list and description of the newest Blue Streak Hall of Fame members:

ANTHONY (TONY) DEMATTEO Class of 1974. Football, Basketball and Baseball

All-State selection, and was named Suburban Council Player of the Year 2006 through 2009.

Before owning Saratoga Physical Therapy, where he often tends to local athletes, DeMatteo was a notable athlete for SSHS. During his graduating year he was President of the Boys’ Varsity Club and was named MVP for his football successes.

Stevens attended college at Holy Cross, where he played basketball all four years. Over his collegiate career, he appeared in over 100 games, totaled 518 points, 207 rebounds and 149 assists. He won the Richard J. Maloney Award for spirit and energy as a loyal contributor to the Holy Cross basketball program.

DeMatteo continues to be involved with Saratoga Springs High School coaches and student -athletes through his development of a program to bring the first Certified Athletic Trainers to the school.

TIM PARKER Class of 1989. Basketball During his junior year, Parker led Saratoga to a final four appearance in the NYSPHSAA Championships.

Parker placed fourth in Section 2 history when he scored over 1900 career points and was later the all – time leading scorer within Section 2 basketball.

Parker received a full scholarship to Providence College of the Big East, the premier NCAA league at that time. He left Providence and attended Champlain Community College. While attending Champlain, the basketball team was ranked #3 nationally and #1 in the northeast among junior colleges.

KEVIN HOPKINS Class 2004. Basketball Hopkins received the Scholar-Athlete Award for boys’ basketball and the Vince DeGregory Basketball award in 2004.

He continued on to Amherst College where he was named a top five all-time at Amherst College in field goal percentage, blocked shots, and total points.

After college, Hopkins played professional basketball in Germany for two years before returning to Amherst College where he was the assistant coach for two seasons. While coaching, he earned a master’s degree in Sports Management.

ERIK HOOVER Class of 1999. Basketball and Baseball Hoover was named “Most Outstanding Player” at the 1998 baseball sports awards banquet in 1998 and received the Benny Fasulo Memorial Award in 1999.

He attended The College of St Rose and was part of their baseball team who won the New York Collegiate Athletic Conference championship.

Athletics has continued to be a prominent part in Hoover’s life as he coached the Lake George High School Varsity Baseball team for over 10 years and has won more than 100 games. In 2018, the team won the Section 2 Class CC Championship.

TIM BUSH. Class of 2005. Football Tim Bush is most known for playing in the Indoor Football League for the West Texas Roughnecks in 2010 and the New Mexico Stars in 2011. His football notoriety began when he was a member of the 2004 Class AA Super Champion team. He was later named a Section 2 All-Star and finished high school with career stats of 70 receptions, 838 yards and five touchdowns.

Bush was later named to the First Team All-Northeast Conference at Hudson Valley Community College before attending University at Albany. There, he was a letter winner from 2007 to 2009 and was named “Male Athlete of the Year” and “Team MVP” in 2009.

Now, Hopkins is continuing his coaching career, as he was named Head Coach at Muhlenberg College in Pennsylvania.

JORDAN STEVENS Class of 2009. Basketball, Baseball, Volleyball, Track Stevens’ varsity career began when he was just an eighth grader, when he joined both the basketball and baseball varsity teams. Stevens lettered that year in baseball.

Later on, Stevens lettered in both volleyball and track.

Before graduating, Stevens was named a three-time

Tim Bush. Photo by Lindsay Wilson.

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CASSANDRA COOPER: ATHLETE OF THE WEEK Photos provided.

“I love competing... I love the adrenaline from playing against other people.”

by Lindsay Wilson Saratoga TODAY

SCHUYLERVILLE — Senior athlete Cassandra Cooper balances school, giving back to the community and her great love of soccer.

Cooper began playing recreational soccer when she was in the second grade with the Old Saratoga Athletic Association (OSSA). Many of her friends played, and she saw this as an opportunity to expand her social life. Pretty quickly soccer became her favorite sport, and an activity

that she dedicates a majority of her time to.

“I love competing against people. I love the adrenaline from playing against other people.

And scoring, I love scoring,” said Cooper. “It’s just so much fun getting out there and doing something that you’re passionate about. It’s always been something I just loved.”

All year around Cooper can be seen on a soccer field, whether she is playing, or on the sidelines. She is the Schuylerville Varsity left outside midfielder and co-captain. Additionally, she is

on three soccer clubs including the Schuylerville Soccer Club, Saratoga Wilton Soccer Club and New York Elite Soccer Club and coaches third and fourth graders for the OSSA. Through dedication and discipline, Cooper manages to balance her athletic life, and be active in school through being a member of the National Honor Society, Varsity Club, and the Students Against Destructive Decisions club (SAAD).

“I keep a very tight schedule.

I’m always on the go. I try to find some down time but there’s not really a lot of time I have to just be

to myself. I usually try to find 30 minutes to just relax,” said Cooper.

Throughout her soccer career Cooper has had a consistent supporter, who she names as the biggest fan of her varsity team and one of her biggest inspirations (alongside USA midfielder Alex Morgan) her father, Shane Cooper.

“He’s also been a major reason why I started playing soccer...he’s always pushed me to strive to be better, to work at being better,” said Cooper.

Cooper recalls when she was in the fifth grade and was

struggling to achieve her goals in soccer, that her father would spend 45 minutes to an hour practicing with her outside nearly every day for months when he would get home from work.

“He helped me get better at playing the sport and he helped me find the love for it to. He’s always been so dedicated to watching me and going to my games,” said Cooper.

Cooper is looking into colleges throughout the capital region, and wherever she lands, a soccer ball is surely to be close beside her.

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Community

SPORTS BULLETIN Saratoga Youth Basketball Winter Instructional League SARATOGA SPRINGS — The AAU Hoop instructional program will be held Tuesdays at Dorothy Nolan and Lake Avenue schools beginning Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 6 - 8 p.m. The instructional is open to all kids in kindergarten through third grade.

To see the schedule, register or for more information visit www.hoopfoundation.com

Nacre Dance Group Announces Open Auditions for Empire State Youth Dance Ensemble SARATOGA SPRINGS — Nacre Dance Group announces an open audition for their Empire State Youth Dance Ensemble program at Creative Dance Arts (2037 Rt. 9 in Round Lake) on Sunday, Oct. 20 from 2 – 4 p.m. This audition is open to all area dancers ages 13 to 19. Dancers will be selected for the Empire State Youth Dance Ensemble performance on February 29, 2020 at the Spa Little Theatre in Saratoga Springs. Nacre Dance Group has an exciting performance planned that highlights classic modern dance as well as contemporary dance works. For more information, visit www.nacredance.org/esyde.

Saratoga Springs Figure Skating Club SARATOGA SPRINGS — Lace Up Those Skates and join Saratoga Springs Figure Skating Club’s Learn to Skate! Our mission is to provide a fun and positive experience that will instill a lifelong love of skating.

Our classes are taught by highly skilled, USFSA certified coaches using a goal-oriented program that provides incentive and encouragement to keep skaters motivated, and a personalized approach that allows skaters to progress.

Saratoga Springs Figure Skating Club offers the only Learn to Skate USA program in the area endorsed by US Figure Skating, USA Hockey and US Speedskating.

All from ages three to adult are welcome to join in these instructional sessions. Sessions will take place Saturdays from 9-10 a.m. in two six-week sessions at Vernon Ice Rink on Weibel Ave. in Saratoga Springs.

For more information and to register, visit: www. saratogalearntoskate.com to register.

YMCA Youth Basketball Programs • YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE The Saratoga Regional YMCA Youth Basketball Program is for boys and girls entering grades 3rd through 12th. All skill levels are welcome. The league runs from December to March.

• All games will be played on Sundays • Member: $85 | Non-Membes: $170 • MINI SHOTS BASKETBALL (6-7 years) Using basketball drills, participants will learn the fundamentals of basketball - dribbling, passing, shooting - and build muscle memory while increasing their hand/eye coordination.

• Min. 4 | Max. 10 • Tuesday, 4:30-5:15 p.m. or Saturday, 9:30-10:15 a.m.

• Member: $42 | Non-Members: $84

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• SMALL SHOTS BASKETBALL (8-10 years) This program is designed for boys and girls to develop fundamental basketball skills such as dribbling, shooting, passing, offense, and defense. Players will learn in a supportive, safe, and noncompetitive environment where focus is on learning the game, and having fun.

• Min. 4 | Max. 14 • Wednesday, 4-5 p.m. or Saturday, 10:15-11:15 a.m.

• Member: $50 | Non-Member: $100 • LITTLE SHOTS BASKETBALL (4-5 years) Participants will discover the fundamentals of basketball. The last class of the session will be a scrimmage that parents are welcome to participate in!

• Min. 4 | Max. 10 • Tuesday, 4-4:30 p.m. or Saturday, 9-9:30 a.m.

• Member: $40 | Non-Member: $80

Saratoga Recreation Department • Reach for the Rim with the Basketball Program: Everyone age 3-Grade 12 is welcome.

• Get in the Ring with the Boxing Program: Everyone age 8-15 is welcome. Learn proper boxing technique and receive conditioning tips.

• Meet at the Net with the Volleyball Program: Everyone age 8-14 is welcome. Develop your skills and learn the rules and strategy of the game.

Visit SaratogaRec.com for additional information and to download forms. Contact 518-587-3550, ext. 2300 or email recreservations@saratoga-springs.org.

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LOCAL SPORTS SEASON SCHEDULE League games and matches this week are as follows:

Football

Volleyball

FRIDAY, 10/18

FRIDAY, 10/18

■ Ballston (Boys) v. South Glens Falls 7 p.m. at South Glens Falls

■ Spa Catholic (Girls) v. Waterford-Halfmoon 5:30 p.m. at Spa Catholic

■ Saratoga (Boys) v. Schenectady 6 p.m. at Schenectady

■ Saratoga (Boys) v. Shenendehowa 4:15 p.m. at Shenendehowa

■ Schuylerville (Boys) v. Mohonasen 7 p.m. at Schuylerville.

SATURDAY, 10/19

Cheerleading FRIDAY, 10/18 ■ Ballston (Girls) v. South Glens Falls 7 p.m. at South Glens Falls ■ Saratoga (Girls) v. Schenectady 6 p.m. at Schenectady

Soccer FRIDAY, 10/18 ■ Schuylerville (Girls) vs. Glens Falls 4:30 p.m. at Glens Falls

SATURDAY, 10/19 ■ Spa Catholic (Girls) v. Hadley-Luzerne 10 a.m. at Hadley-Luzerne

MONDAY, 10/21 ■ Spa Catholic (Boys) v. Germantown 4:15 p.m. at Spa Catholic

■ Meet (Girls) Teams: Ballston, South Glens Falls, Shenendehowa, Niskayuna, Bethlehem, Guilderland, West Irondequoit, John Jay HS 8 a.m. at Shenendehowa HS East Gym

■ Saratoga (Boys) v. Columbia 4:15 p.m. at Saratoga ■ Schuylerville (Girls) v. Hudson Falls 6 p.m. at Schuylerville

THURSDAY, 10/24 ■ Ballston (Girls) v. Bethlehem 4:15 p.m. at Bethlehem ■ Saratoga (Girls) v. Lake George 4:15 p.m. at Saratoga

Swimming/Diving FRIDAY, 10/18

■ Meet (Girls) Teams: Schuylerville, Queensbury, Schenectady, Mechanicville, Hoosic Valley, Fort Edward, Cambridge, Oneonta, Hartford, Argyle, Hudson Falls, Mayfield, Hadley Luzerne 9 a.m. at Queensbury HS

■ Saratoga (Girls) v. Queensbury 4:30 p.m. at Skidmore College

MONDAY, 10/21

Cross Country

■ Spa Catholic (Girls) v. Bishop Maginn 5:45 p.m. at Spa Catholic

WEDNESDAY, 10/23 ■ Ballston (Girls) v. Shenendehowa 4:30 p.m. at Shenendehowa

FRIDAY, 10/18

■ Schuylerville (Girls) v. Hadley Luzerne 6:30 p.m. at Schuylerville

■ Spa Catholic (Boys) v. Greenwich 4 p.m. at Saratoga Spa State Park

TUESDAY, 10/22

■ Saratoga (Girls) v. Greenwich 5:30 p.m. at Saratoga Spa State Park

■ Ballston (Girls) v. Saratoga 4:15 p.m. at Saratoga

WEDNESDAY, 10/23 ■ Spa Catholic (Girls) v. Stillwater 5:30 p.m. at Stillwater

MONDAY, 10/21 ■ Meet (Boys and Girls) Teams: Schuylerville, South Glens Falls, Hudson Falls, Scotia Glenville, Queensbury, Johnstown, Gloversville, Glens Falls, Broadalbin, Amsterdam 3 p.m. at Saratoga State Park

*All information subject to change due to weather.

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BLUE STREAKS GOLFERS WIN THIRD CONSECUTIVE SECTIONAL TITLE

by Lindsay Wilson Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — It’s been an impressive year for Saratoga Springs High School boys’ varsity golf team. Last week, the team won their third Sectional title by winning the Section II Class A title after an impressive and driven season.

“We were able to win Suburban Council Championships and have an undefeated regular season so once we were able to check those boxes we turned our attention to sectionals and doing what we could to perform our best at our biggest event of the year,” said Coach Stephen Elmer.

Will Braxton, Clarkie Carroll and AJ Cavotta are moving on to the second round of state qualifiers Friday, Oct. 17.

“I couldn’t be prouder of the kids and their achievements. Winning three consecutive sectional titles is more than impressive. Their hard work, dedication, and ability to perform when needed is outstanding,” said Coach Elmer.

Saratoga Springs Varsity Golf Team. Photo provided.