Saratoga TODAY March 24 - 30, 2023

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Image published alongside the City of Saratoga Springs Police Department 2022 Year-End Report. The 87-page report is anticipated to be posted upon the city’s website at: saratoga-springs.org. The Fire Department Year-End Report is expected to be released by early April.

See Story pg. 10

St. Baldrick’s: Ballston Spa Mayor Leads by Example

Gateway House of Peace Thrift Store director Elaine Pearson (left) and thrift store manager Cassandra Roner (right).

Photo by Dylan McGlynn. See Story pg. 13

Ballston Spa Mayor Frank Rossi taking part in the Mayor’s Challenge to raise funds supporting research to find cures for childhood cancers. Photo by Susan Blackburn Photography. See Story pg. 8

Clarence Dart (L) pictured with fellow Tuskegee Airmen (L-R from Dart: Elwood Driver, Herbert Hus-ton, Elva Temple) discussing how Elwood had just shot down an ME 109. May 1944. Photo provided. See Story pg. 3

History OF SARATOGA Bacon Hill – Not Forgotten

by James Richmond | Sponsored by The Saratoga County History Roundtable Contact The Saratoga County History Roundtable at: saratogacohistoryroundtable@gmail.com

“Why not Bacon Hill?” Within days of the Saratoga County History Center’s release of our first video in a new series, entitled “Forgotten Crossroads – Rock City Falls” in April 2022 two board members approached me with a suggestion for our next video. We had envisioned this multi- film project as a way for the History Center at Brookside Museum to bring attention to the many small hamlets within Saratoga County with a long history, but now largely by-passed by the economic and transportation revolution of the last 100 years. In a county dissected by the Adirondack Northway 60 years ago, and today mostly known for the shining resort of Saratoga Springs, and the sprouting housing developments of Clifton Park, Wilton and other growing towns, this series was meant to highlight those small communities long since forgotten.

Our first indication that these assumptions did not tell the whole story was during the filming of Rock City Falls. Yes, it had a long history, yes it no longer was the home of many large paper mills powered by the Kayaderosseras Creek gurgling through its center. No longer was there an electric railway to transport workers and the goods they produced to Ballston Spa and its connection to the larger outside world. But we soon realized that the hamlet was still a living, breathing crossroads. Residents still took pride in their community, its two churches and its volunteer firehouse. Local men and women still worked in the remaining mill, Cottrell Paper Company. The Manson Inn still attracted visitors for social events. Surprised by this vitality, we closed the film with a segment entitled “The Community Still Lives.”

But Bacon Hill? What was there about Bacon Hill that could possibly result in a similar uplifting ending? How could we produce a 20-minute video about these fields dotted with a few farms, one church and a blueberry patch? Well, my first impression was correct in one regard. It was indeed impossible to create a 20-minute video on Bacon Hill.

I should have suspected as much at our first meeting with a few residents in July 2022. Pat Peck, not even a resident of Bacon Hill but heir to the Peck family legacy, sent me a

list of Bacon Hill folks who might be interested in working on the project. She provided me with background on each one and who was related to whom. That was my first clue that this film would be different. We assembled in the King Brothers Dairy, the only retail establishment in Bacon Hill, a convenience store well known for its milk and ice cream. In walked several people, all of an age, but seemly excited to be part of this project. They brought scrapbooks, photo albums, pamphlets and brochures. That was my second clue.

The stories were my third clue. They had lots of stories. Unprompted by myself they excitedly related their stories to me, a total stranger. As one of our interviewees later stated about another Bacon Hill icon since passed, “They knew everything about everybody.” And the stories, for the most part, were not gossipy tales of their neighbors. They were positive snapshots of the people and families of Bacon Hill, drawing from their memories to recall events in their own lives and those of their relatives and friends, sometimes going back generations.

I was elated by that first visit, but something told me not to get “over my skis.” Oral narratives by people long enjoying the retirement life are great, but was there more to the community? Would the next generation, many in their 50’s immersed in their work, want to share their own stories with this amateur film director and our videographer, Dave Waite? Would they be willing to carve out some time from their busy schedule to contribute to this small locally- produced video? After all, time is money, you know.

When we discovered that the answer to these questions was a resounding yes, we knew we had something. They were gracious and outgoing, eager to talk of their success and challenges, but also proud of their heritage and their families. As one might imagine if you know anything about Bacon Hill, we interviewed several Pecks and Kings. The Peck family first arrived in Bacon Hill in 1836 and two of the largest farms – Welcome Stock and Clear Echo - are owned by 6th generation descendants of the original settler. One of the co-owners of Welcome Stock is Willard “Billy”

Peck, the current Northumberland Town Supervisor.

The Kings are relative newcomers, having only been in Bacon Hill for 120 years or so. They are well known for their commercial dairy operation and the aforesaid Kings Dairy store. Edgar King, recently deceased, was also a town supervisor and led the communities’ farms first movement in the 1990s. His sons Jeff and Jan currently own both the dairy and Kings-Ransom farm.

Of course, there are people in Bacon Hill not named Peck or King. Jen Thomas of Thomas Poultry and Brian Carmer of StoneBridge Iron and Steel each had a story to tell. All of our interviews were unique but common themes emerged. Proud of their accomplishments, all were quick to give credit to the hard work and innovation of past generations. And all were genuinely excited about the future.

We also interviewed Byron Winney, owner of the Winney Blueberry Farm who sadly passed away soon after we had the good fortune to talk with him. The Bacon Hill Reformed Church is the center of the community, both literally and figuratively. Pastor Jan Vincent and church member Nancy Purinton related their 200 yearlong history and spoke of their vision for the future.

One final surprise awaited us. Impressed by the response of leaders of the middle generation, what could we expect from their sons and daughters? One hint came from one of our earliest interviews with Jeff King and his son Johnathan. A young man just graduated from Cornell, the college of choice for generations of Bacon Hill farmers, he was “all in” to embark on the career path of his parents and grandparents. In our last session we talked with Jan King, joined by his wife Pandora Davis, and teenagers Hannah and Nate. You may surmise the results but the best way to confirm your suspicions would be to attend one of the film’s premiere events.

Thursday, March 30, 7 p.m. at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa (sold out), Thursday, April 20, 7 p.m. at the Bacon Hill Reformed Church, or Saturday, April 29, 2 p.m. at the Museum. Registration is suggested at https://brooksidemuseum.org/

TUSKEGEE AIRMAN: LOCAL VETERAN POSTHUMOUSLY HONORED

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

BALLSTON SPA — This week, The Saratoga County Board of Supervisors and the Saratoga County Veterans Service Agency held its monthly Honor Deceased Veterans Program by honoring longtime Saratoga Springs resident and Tuskegee Airman Clarence Dart.

Dart flew 95 missions overseas during World War II. Twice, he survived being shot down by the enemy. He grew up during the Great Depression. As a child, his clothing came from the Salvation Army. Much of his food was grown in the family garden in Elmira. He built model airplanes as a child and had a yearning to fly.

The day after his 21st birthday, on Dec. 7, 1941, Dart was singing in his church choir when he heard about the attack on Pearl Harbor. The young man knew what he wanted to do. The following year, he was accepted into flight training at the Tuskegee Army Air Field, joining other young men who had enlisted to become America’s first black military airmen.

Dart served as a member of the 332nd Fighter Group and was assigned to the 99th Fighter Squadron in the 12th Air Force in North Africa. He was one of about 1,000 fighter pilots who painted the tails of their airplanes red, earning the nickname, “Red Tails.” They were trained as a segregated unit and forbidden to practice alongside their white counterparts.

Dart later flew P-51s escorting 15th Air Force bombers and was discharged from active duty at the rank of Captain in 1947. He went on to serve in the NY Air National Guard and retired at the rank of Lt. Colonel.

For his service Dart received two Purple Hearts for injuries sustained during air combat, the Air Medal, Distinguished Flying Cross with 4 Oak Leaf Clusters, the WWII Victory Medal, and the American Defense Medal, the NYS Conspicuous Service Cross, and the NYS Conspicuous Service Star.

While he fought for President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s four freedoms, when Dart returned home from the war there was no heroic welcome, and no job that was available to him to fulfill his dream of being a commercial airplane pilot.

The accomplishments of the Tuskegee Airmen are credited with influencing President Harry Truman to officially desegregate the U.S. military in 1948. It was the same year Dart relocated to Saratoga Springs. He married his wife, Mildred, in June 1950 and the couple raised their family of seven daughters and two sons in

the Spa City.

After the war, Dart worked for General Electric Co. until his retirement in 1987, after which he began visiting schools and talking to students about his experiences in the war, explaining to them the importance of getting an education as a way of bettering themselves and creating opportunities. It was only after Dart began to speak about his wartime experiences at the request of neighborhood schools that his own children began to truly understand some of their father’s experiences.

It took more than 60 years for recognition to come for the

humble man from Elmira. In 2007, Dart was awarded a Congressional Gold Medal, alongside other Tuskegee Airmen in the Capitol Rotunda, and in 2011 was honored locally at the Wesley Community senior housing facility where he resided at the time. Dart died in 2012. He was 91 and was buried with military honors at the family plot at Greenridge Cemetery on Lincoln Avenue.

Established in 1999 by the Saratoga County Board of

Supervisors, the Honor Deceased Veterans Program provides a way for county leadership and residents to show gratitude for the service of veterans past and present. The ceremony is dedicated to a different Saratoga County veteran each month. To date, more than 300 Saratoga County Veterans have been honored.

To learn more about Clarence Dart, in his own words, go online to YouTube and search: Clarence W. Dart.

Warren Dart, son of the late Tuskegee Airman Clarence Dart, speaks to an assembly comprised of the public, Dart Family members and local dignitaries and representatives on March 21, 2023 at the county complex in Ballston Spa.

Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

Clarence W. Dart in 2007. Photo provided.

Elizabeth Thornton

SARATOGA SPRINGS — On March 14, 2023, Elizabeth “Betty” Thornton, 91 passed away. Burial will be Saturday, March 25 at 1 p.m. at St. Peter’s Cemetery. At Betty’s request, a celebration of life will follow. Memorial donations to The Community Hospice www. communityhospice.org/donate Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.

Ann Marie O’Brien

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Ann Marie O’Brien, 85, of Gansevoort, entered into God’s Kingdom on March 18. Mass will be on Saturday, March 25 at 11 a.m. at St. Clements Church with burial in St. Charles Cemetery. Arrangements are with Burke Funeral Home. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com

Patrick F. Walsh

CLIFTON PARK — Patrick F. Walsh, 83, passed away 3/20/2023. Calling hours, 10-12, Friday, 3/24/2023 at Corpus Christi Church, Round Lake, followed by Funeral Liturgy. Burial following in St. Peter’s Cemetery. Memorial donations to : Tunnel to Towers Foundation, www.T2T.org Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com

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William T. (Bill) Allen Jr.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — William T. (Bill) Allen Jr. died on October 5, 2022, at age 85, at his home in Saratoga Springs. He was born to Dorothy and Bill Allen of Niskayuna on August 10, 1937. Bill grew up in Niskayuna and graduated from Nott Terrace High School in 1955. He attended one year at West Point Military Academy and then served two years in the army, stationed in Japan. Bill graduated from Union College in 1961, and he received

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his master’s degree in Sociology from Columbia University in 1963. He worked in college admissions at Union, at Yale University as an Associate Director of Admissions and finally Skidmore College, where he was Director of Admissions from 1972 until 1977. After earning a second master’s degree in Secondary School Administration, he served as a guidance counselor at South Glens Falls Junior High from 1978 until 1991. During this time, he enjoyed working summers at the Saratoga Race Track as a parimutuel clerk and

Dora McCormick

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Dora McCormick died March 8 at the Wesley Health Center. Family and friends gathered to remember her on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave., in Saratoga Springs. Visit: www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

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did so in his retirement years, at Saratoga Race Course.

He was an avid gardener, ham radio operator, and cat whisperer. He honed his interest in running and completed the New York City Marathon in 1995. He loved participating in alumni affairs at Union College and was awarded the Alumni Gold Medal for his service.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Allen, sister Judy Kubilus, daughter, Susan Spande, son, Will Allen, stepsons, Christopher and John Serrell, and grandchildren, William Allen, Sydney Allen, and Amber Spande.

Hans P. Henriksen

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Hans P. Henriksen, who loved life, music, dance, his friends and his family, passed 3/14/2023. Calling hours: Sunday, 3/26, 1 –3:30 at Burke FH, followed by FH service. Burial is private. Memorial donations to: Opera Saratoga, 19 Roosevelt Drive, Suite 215, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 or www.operasaratoga. org. burkefuneralhome.com

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SARATOGA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

On March 3, the Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Unit charged Douglas B. Williams, 37, of Halfmoon, with assault in the second-degree, a felony. Williams is accused of striking and injuring a child less than 7 years of age in the town of Halfmoon in February. He was released on his own recognizance with a Temporary Order of Protection issued on behalf of the victim, who is related to Williams. He is due back in the Halfmoon Town Court in April.

On March 11, the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office charged Tammy L. Mahan, 52, of Hudson Falls, with felony burglary and misdemeanor petit larceny. Mahan is accused of unlawfully entering a residence and stealing a video camera.

In a joint investigation involving the Saratoga County, Warren County and Washington County Sheriff’s Offices, David T. Henderson, Hernandez J. Hayes and Kristin M. Lamb

were charged in connection with suspected drug charges on March 12. All three subjects are accused of possessing large quantities of cocaine with the intent to sell. Hayes was additionally charged with possession of fentanyl pills. A search warrant was executed on a vehicle on Interstate 87, in the town of Halfmoon. As a result of the investigation and search warrant execution, authorities said approximately 465 grams (over 16 ounces) of cocaine, 16 grams of fentanyl pills, and U.S. currency were seized. David T. Henderson, 46, of Fort Edward, was charged with two felony counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance. Hernandez J. Hayes, 48, of NY, NY, was charged with three felony counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance. Kristin M. Lamb, 33, of Ballston Spa, was charged with two felony counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance. All were arraigned and sent to Saratoga County Jail without bail, pending further action on the matter.

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Austin Bayliss, 39, of Saratoga Springs, was charged March 10 with DWI.

Stephen Clark, 41, of Stillwater, was charged March 9 with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and a vehicle equipment violation.

Scott McVey, 51, of Ballston Spa, was charged March 8 with DWI, speeding, operating without an inspection certificate, and making an illegal signal.

Steven Welch, 40, of Saratoga Springs, was charged March 8 with criminal contempt, criminal possession of a controlled substance, and aggravated family offense.

Cody McCumber, 24, of Watervliet, was charged March 8 with public lewdness.

Stephanie Shriner, 43, of Saratoga Springs, was charged March 8 with criminal contempt.

Tyquan Simon, 30, of Troy, was charged March 8 with criminal impersonation.

Teryn Loverme, 33, of Cambridge, was charged March 7 with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and a vehicle equipment violation.

Jessica Henderson, 36, of Saratoga Springs, was charged March 6 with aggravated unlicensed operation, and registration suspended violation.

Christopher Cira, 64, of Saratoga Springs, was charged March 6 with aggravated unlicensed operation, and operating vehicle with unsafe tires.

Sean Bergin, 51, of Saratoga Springs, was charged March 6 with DWI, refusal to take breath test, and failed to stop at a stop sign.

Marlin Turner, 39, of Milton, was charged March 5 with DWI, and failure to keep right.

Derek Radz, 52, of Nassau, was charged March 4 with criminal mischief.

Michael Domey, 32, of Troy, was charged March 4 with assault.

SARATOGA COUNTY COURT

Mitchum F. White, 35, homeless, Saratoga Springs, pleaded March 15 to attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance. Sentencing May 17.

Theresa H. Travis, 32, of Saratoga Springs, pleaded March 15 to felony DWI. Sentencing May 17.

Stephen Matthews, 32, of Gansevoort, pleaded March 13 to felony assault, and criminal contempt – a misdemeanor, first charged June 2022 in Moreau. Sentencing May 15.

Jarred P. Lasorsa, 29, of Clifton Park, was sentenced March 10 to 1 year local incarceration, after pleading to criminal contempt in the first-degree.

William Carr, Jr., 39, of Valley Falls, pleaded March 10 to criminal contempt in the first-degree, first charged April 2022 in Clifton Park. Sentencing May 12.

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Dust Off Your Wood Racquets: Second Chance Sports Hosting Wood Racquet-Only Day

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Second Chance Sports is having a wood racquet-only day on July 1. The event started in 1990 in Saratoga Springs.

All who play will receive a special Saratoga gift and food all day, with prizes to the winner and runner-ups in all divisions.

A beginner division is included. Games will be doubles

Hop City Maple Teaming Up with Dickinson’s Delight for NYS Maple Weekends

play, with no ad scoring, to help move along play. Funds will go toward disabled sports programs through Second Chance Sports and The Learning League.

There are a limited number of players. Sign up begins this week, and is first come, first serve. The event will be held July 1, with July 8 as a rain date. To sign up, call Bill at 518-226-5888.

NYRA Announces Single Admission Policy at Saratoga Race Course

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The New York Racing Association, Inc. announced that Saratoga Race Course will feature one admission price for all fans beginning with the 2023 summer meet, thereby eliminating the traditional two-tiered structure of Clubhouse and Grandstand admission. For the first time, a single admission rate will provide fans with access to both the Clubhouse and Grandstand.

Admission will be $7 daily when purchased at least 24-hours in advance, a savings from last season’s Clubhouse price of $10. Admission to Saratoga Race Course on the day of the event will be $10. Admission does not include reserved seating. Since 2019, daily Clubhouse admission has stood at $10 and Grandstand admission at $7.

Fans will be able to purchase

their daily admission to Saratoga Race Course beginning Thursday, June 1, at NYRA.com/Saratoga. Season admission passes, which provide admission at a discount for all 40 days of the summer meet, will go on sale in April.

Travers Day general admission will be available for $25 in advance and $30 day-of, while supplies last.

Opening Day of the 2023 summer meet at historic Saratoga Race Course is Thursday, July 13. Live racing will be conducted five days per week, Wednesdays through Sundays, with the exception of Opening Week and Closing Week which will conclude on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 4. The 154th edition of the Travers will take place on Saturday, Aug. 26 and the 96th renewal of the Whitney will be run on Saturday, Aug. 5.

BALLSTON SPA — Hop City Maple is an up-and-coming sugarhouse that has transformed from a backyard hobby into a fully-fledged maple business. Located in Ballston Spa, Hop City Maple is owned and operated by John and Emilia Medick. The business began ten years ago when John and Emilia decided to tap some trees on their property.

That first winter, they tapped 19 trees and made a few gallons of syrup boiling over an open pan. From then they tapped more trees each winter using buckets for several years and sold their sap to a neighbor. As Emilia put it, “When my husband gets into something, it grows.”

Eventually they began making their own syrup and installed a mainline tubing and vacuum system to collect sap. Last year, they had 520 taps and now offer a variety of products like maple syrup available in three grades, bourbon barrel-aged maple syrup, maple candies, maple cream, maple sugar, and honey.

Selling their products through a farmstand at the bottom of their road, online, and at a few local businesses, their products have been well received, as Emilia said that the business has “blown our expectations so far.”

This year the Medicks plan to tap 600-700 trees and they have set up some “DIY” pumps for

more efficiency in collection. Hop City Maple participated in NYS Maple Weekends for the first time last year welcoming many groups of people to the sugarhouse for tree tapping and boiling demonstrations, as well as treats like maple milk.

Hop City will be participating on both weekends again this year on March 18 & 19 and 25 & 26. At this year’s weekends Hop City Maple is teaming up with Dickinson’s Delight, a local food truck, to offer maple crepes and other maple goodies.

Their property was gifted to them after John’s mother passed away. As a way to honor her, they donate some of the proceeds of their business to the charities WellSpring and Mr. Mo Project.

Emilia and John are also grateful to the Upper Hudson Maple Producers Association for welcoming them into the group and for their help in learning more about the science of maple syrup making.

To learn more about Hop City Maple, visit www.hopcitymaple.com or check out the Hop City Facebook page.

This year’s NYS Maple Weekends will be March 18-19 and 25-26. To find a producer near you to visit this maple season, check out the Upper Hudson Maple Producers Association website at www.upperhudsonmaple.com/.

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Saratoga Bride: March 24

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The Giving Circle

Honors Founders March 30; Raises Money To

Support Charity Work

Annual Yellow Ribbon Day Donation Drive Underway

BALLSTON SPA —

The sixth annual Yellow Ribbon Day Donation Drive to support the efforts of the Blue Star Mothers of America local chapter is underway.

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The Giving Circle, a small, local charity that does big work in Saratoga Springs while also operating schools and medical clinics in rural Uganda, will honor founders Mark and Kelly Bertrand at a special gala at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 30 at Canfield Casino in Congress Park.

The Giving Circle’s annual Compassion Awards, chaired by Business for Good leaders Lisa and Ed Mitzen, will formally honor and recognize the Bertrands, who founded The Giving Circle after Hurricane Katrina and led the charity’s response to numerous

natural disasters in the United States before expanding its work to Uganda.

The Giving Circle’s current projects include aiding three families of Ukrainian refugees. In the past year, volunteers also performed yard cleanups and led holiday caroling through its partnership with the Saratoga Senior Center; served regular meals to the homeless near Congress Park; and sent skilled tradesmen to perform home repairs for the economically disadvantaged.

For more information about the March 30 “Celebrating Compassion” event, go to: thegivingcircle.org.

The collection of personal care and food items will run through April 6 and will be donated to the local chapter of the Blue Star Mothers of America, which will use the goods to put together “Freedom Boxes” and ship them to deployed military members who call the Capital Region home. The donation drive is held in conjunction with the annual celebration of New York State’s Yellow Ribbon Day, which takes place April 9 and is designated as a day to honor activeduty troops and their families.

Donations can include items like cookie and cracker snack packages, microwavable soup cups, fruit snacks, granola bars, and beef jerky, as well as personal care items such as insect repellent wipes, toothbrushes, body wash

(small), deodorant, lip balm, puzzle books, and more.

Donated goods can be dropped off at the following locations during regular business hours: Saratoga, Albany and Rensselaer County Clerk’s Offices; DMV locations in Saratoga and Rensselaer counties; Saratoga County Hannaford stores, and various town and village offices in Saratoga County (call to see if your local municipality has a collection box.)

Monetary donations are also accepted. As a reference, it costs $18 postage to send each “Freedom Box.” The cost to fill one box is about $32, so a $50 donation covers the cost of filling

and sending one box. Checks can be made payable to Blue Star Mothers of America-NY 2 and sent to PO Box 243, Delmar, NY 12054. Please write “In honor of Yellow Ribbon Day” in the memo section. To donate through PayPal, go to www.paypal.com/ fundraiser/hub and search “Blue Star Mothers of America-NY2”. All items collected will be presented to the Blue Star Mothers during a Yellow Ribbon Day Ceremony at 11 a.m. Monday, April 10, at the Veterans Memorial, 162 Route 236, Halfmoon. The public is welcome to attend, and donations also can be brought to this event.

St. Baldrick’s: Ballston Spa Mayor Leads by Example

March 2023 Notebook: Saratoga County Board of Supervisors

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

BALLSTON SPA —

The Saratoga County Board of Supervisors, during its monthly meeting on March 21, proclaimed April as “Donate Life Month” in Saratoga County.

by Thomas Dimopoulos

Saratoga TODAY

BALLSTON SPA —

Cropped.

Trimmed. Sheared. Exposed.

Ballston Spa Mayor Frank Rossi kept his head up while sticking his neck out and after all was said and done raised about $15,000 to supporting research in finding cures for childhood cancers.

It was the first time the mayor took part in the event, an annual fundraiser for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation. Rossi vowed to shave his head if 20 or more Ballston Spa Scotties athletes and coaches joined the drive. And so, they did.

“I was a little scared about it at first because it was the first time I ever shaved my head,” the mayor said, following the event held at the Saratoga City Tavern Saturday. The next day, the chill carrying wind made its presence felt upon

his exposed scalp. “I was feeling it on Sunday, but thankfully someone gave me a Scotties Lacrosse hat, so I was able to stay somewhat warm,” Rossi said with a laugh.

The St. Baldrick’s Foundation is a volunteer and donor-powered charity supporting research to find cures for childhood cancers and to help provide survivors long and healthy lives. Last year, the organization raised more than $20 million. Thus far, in the early months of 2023, nearly $11.5 million has been raised.

Rossi said he set an initial fundraising goal of $1,000 for his Mayor’s Team. About $15,000 was raised, Rossi said.

Would he return to the scene of the shears next year?

“I absolutely would do this again, and I’d like to see if we can get a little rivalry going with other schools to see who can raise the most,” Rossi said.

According to documents cited by the Board, 100,000 men, women and children are awaiting organ transplants and 17 people die each day because the organ they need is not donated in time.

County employees are encouraged to wear blue and green, the official colors of Donate Life New York State, on the organization’s “Blue and Green Day”April 14, 2023.

In New York State, 3,396 transplants were performed in 2022. Approximately 8,000 people are waiting for an organ transplant in N.Y., with more than 1,100 waiting longer than five years. An estimated 500 New Yorkers die every year while waiting for an organ transplant, according to the county Board.

Anyone 16 years of age or older can enroll as an organ and tissue donor. That information may be found at: https:// donatelife.ny.gov/.

Upgrades To Saratoga County Sewer District No. 1’s Saratoga Springs Pump Station

-The Board authorized the execution of an agreement with W.M. Schultz Construction, Inc. of Ballston Spa, for work relating to the upgrade of the Saratoga Springs pump station. That includes new piping, roof, pump rebuilds, and wet well and influent manhole rehabilitation at a cost of up to $4.148 million. The Board further resolved a services agreement with Dynamic Electrical Systems LLC of Glenville, for electrical work relating to the upgrade of the pump station at a cost of up to $619,000. Funding for the agreements will require an appropriation of $3.067 million from the Sewer Fund Balance.

Establishing An Updated Official Saratoga County Seal

-In 1968, the County established an Official Saratoga County Seal to depict the creation of the County in 1791. Last year, the County began developing a brand strategy to include the standardization of its visual identity across all departments and authorized an agreement with Trampoline Design to do so.

This week, the Board adopted a resolution regarding

the new seal. It will be filed with the County Clerk and with the Secretary of State of the State of New York.

The official seal of Saratoga County portrays the surrender of the Battle of Saratoga, depicting a three-quarter view of a field piece (trail end); Gen. Burgoyne surrendering his sword to General Gates in the presence of color-guard flying the American flag (13 bars and 13 stars-in-a circle) taking place under a tree. Background is composed of a squad of unarmed solders marching, and backdrop shows the mountain ranges to the east. A complete circle of tiny cannon balls rings the picture, and the words “Saratoga County 1791” appear outside the cannon balls and inside an endless rope circle completing the seal.

New design of the Saratoga County seal.

Photo by Susan Blackburn Photography

Saratoga Springs City Council: March 21

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The city on March 21 awarded a $150,000 Mayor’s NonProfit grant to Pitney Meadows Community Farm for their investment in a solar infrastructure project.

The mayor’s non-profit grant committee received four proposals in all vying the grant, Pitney Meadows Farm, Cady Hill Cemetery, RISE, and the YMCA Senior Center, among them.

“They were all great proposals, very community minded,” city Mayor Ron Kim said.

Pitney Meadows Community Farm was founded in 2016 with a mission is to celebrate and explore agricultural education, healthy food production, and recreation. It is located on 166 acres on the west side of Saratoga Springs and is preserved in perpetuity as a working farm. Since 2016, it has successfully transitioned from a volunteer-led endeavor to professional non-profit operation, led by expert full-time staff collaborating with the Saratoga community, according to documents presented to the city by the organization.

In 2022 PMCF welcomed over 6,000 visitors and community members; donated 8,743 pounds of produce; supported more than 100 community gardeners; hosted 162 educational programs; added a full-time staff member to lead a food sovereignty program; and collaborated with more than 20 organizations. However, the parcel is divided into three separate sections, leaving agricultural fields without access to power.

The organization says to sustain itself as a regenerative agriculture, public health, and ecological asset for future decades it is addressing the significant irrigation and power needs with climate-smart approaches, identifying solar infrastructure as a natural solution to provide the electricity required for the irrigation, propagation, and gathering facilities for the farm’s extensive community-driven operations.

The total project budget is $336,500. Thus far, $49,000 in grant funding has been received for the solar initiative, and the organization sought the one-time investment by the city of Saratoga of $150,000 in PMCF’s transition to solar energy.

Phillips Appointed

New Assistant City Attorney

Michael Phillips was appointed Assistant City Attorney of Saratoga Springs, during Tuesday night’s City Council meeting.

Phillips, who was admitted to the NYS Bar in June of 1991, recently ran as Democrat challenger in the county District Attorney race, an election in which incumbent Republican District Attorney Karen Heggen ultimately emerged victorious.

Compensation stipulated is $2,019 per week for a standard 40-hour work week.

Human Rights Protection Amendment Tabled for Two Weeks

The council seemingly was set to approve the addition of a “Human Rights Protection” chapter to City Code, but a conflict over the clarity of specific language inspired council debate and resulted in the matter being

tabled until the city’s next meeting, on April 4.

The first designation under the Human Rights Protection chapter is scheduled to be the protection of reproductive rights. In doing so, the city says it is recognizing the importance of reproductive healthcare as a matter of health, privacy, and equality and to ensure that those rights are upheld for all city residents.

While N.Y. State has protections for reproductive rights in place, city Mayor Ron Kim noted that other cities in the state of N.Y. have adopted similar city protective ordinances in light of more restrictive policies being implemented recently in other states.

New Project Proposal Cycle is Open for Participatory Budgeting

The Saratoga Springs Finance Department launched a Participatory Budgeting pilot project in Spring of 2022. Participatory Budgeting is a democratic process in which community members decide how to spend part of a public budget.

A New project proposal cycle is currently open, and the Committee will be accepting project proposals through May 1.

Several projects were funded during cycle one, Sustainable Saratoga’s Urban Forestry Project, Jefferson & Vanderbilt Terrace Community Garden, Saratoga

Arts & HMT Broadway Live Musical Theater, and a Curling pilot program, among them.

A cycle 2 informational workshop session will be held 6-8 p.m. Friday March 31 at the Recreation Center, and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 25 at the Saratoga Springs Public Library. For more information, go to: www.saratoga-springs. org/2682/Participatory-Budgeting.

Michael Phillips. Photo provided.

PUBLIC SAFETY NUMBERS TELL A STORY

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

This week, the Department of Public Safety released its annual report for the 2022 calendar year.

The city’s Public Safety Department is comprised of a full-time Administrative Office Staff, a Police Department, Fire Department, Code Enforcement Division, Central Dispatch, Traffic Maintenance, Animal Control Officers and a Health Officer. There are approximately 167 fulltime employees, and 11 part-time employees – the latter of whom work as school crossing guards,

vehicle traffic controllers, parttime cleaners and clerks, and summer laborers at the traffic garage.

The Police Department specifically is currently staffed with a chief, 4 lieutenants, 10 sergeants, 10 investigators, and 47 patrol officers.

The Department ended the 2022 calendar year with eight vacant patrol positions and the loss of the assistant chief’s position. In 2022, 14 new police officers were hired and trained, 10 were lost through retirements or resignations and 2 new hires left to pursue a career with the New York State Police. Six patrol officers are currently in the police academy and will be available for patrol in May, according to the report.

SOME FINDINGS IN THE 2022 REPORT:

• During the year, members of the Saratoga Springs Police Department responded to 26,186 calls for service. Officers generated 3,933 cases that resulted in 821 arrests. Of the individuals arrested, 57% were not residents of the city of Saratoga Springs.

•The most frequent type of calls were property checks (2,596), followed by traffic stops (2,277).

•Reported crimes, in number: Larceny (414); Burglary (74); Aggravated Assault (61); Rape (18); Robbery (11), Motor Vehicle Theft (9). The three months with the most reported crimes were, in order: July, May, and June.

•A separate, “Reported Crimes Part II” detail: Simple Assault (369); Criminal Mischief (189); Driving Under the Influence (119), and Controlled Substance Sale and/or Possession (101) as the most frequent in this category.

•Driving Under the Influence returned the most arrests (120), followed by Simple Assault (100), Criminal Mischief (67), Larceny (62), and Controlled Substance Possession (62).

• Of the 26,186 calls for service handled by members of the SSPD, 72 resulted in a use of force by SSPD standards, or 0.27% of the total calls for service. Of the 72 Use of Force reports documented by the SSPD, 26 meet the requirements for

reporting by New York State, or 0.1% of the total calls for service. In 2022, 56% of all use of force incidents occurred between midnight and 4 a.m. Officers were injured during suspect encounters in 6 separate incidents in 2022.

• Saratoga Springs Police responded to 1,683 traffic collisions resulting in 998 accident reports being completed in 2022. One of the collisions involved a fatality. Officers conducted 2,280 traffic stops in 2022 and issued 1,686 Uniform Traffic Tickets. Of the tickets issued, 132 were for Driving While Intoxicated. Most crashes, Day of the Week: Friday. The highest number of crashes took place during the month of August.

Saratoga Springs Police Department Report comparison of 2022 v. 2021 “Part 1” crime totals.

Image published alongside the City of Saratoga Springs Police Department 2022 Year-End Report. The 87-page report is anticipated to be posted upon the city’s website at: saratoga-springs.org. The Fire Department Year-End Report is expected to be released by early April.

BALLSTON

Barbera Homes Kelley Farms LLC sold property at 5 Paddock Pl to Ryan Schuette for $290,000

BDC Cornerstone LLC sold property at 93 Cornerstone Dr to Henry Wacksman for $403,218

Brookview Court Inc sold property at 67 Arcadia Ct to Anthony Cascella for $366,414

CORINTH

Shea Williams sold property at 217 Palmer Ave to ET Corinth Properties LLC for $180,000.

GALWAY

Genette Goetz sold property at 5340 Sacandaga Rd to H and B Real Estate Services LLC for $320,000

GREENFIELD

Royal Rhino Owner LLC sold property at 845 NYS Rt 9N to Saratoga Greens Saratoga

MHC LLC for $2,272,500

David Trojanski sold property at 486 Greene Rd to Patrick Dunleavy for $369,000

MALTA

Jared Hogue sold property at

17 Pennyroyal Rd to Kalie Spurgas for $343,000

Belmonte Properties LLC sold property at 45 Village Circle North to Gail Pendergast for $614,855

Liberty Home Builders of Saratoga LLC sold property at 142 Knapp Rd to Michelle Lunt for $588,145

John Spisak sold property at 18 Nostalgia Lane to Eric Schaible for $580,000.

Karlee Singh sold property at 17 Weston Way to Michael Nittinger for $410,000.

SARATOGA

James DeGregory sold property at 379 Cty Rt 68 to Davids Building and Design for $580,000.

Karlee Singh sold property at 17 Weston Way to Michael Nittinger for $410,000.

SARATOGA SPRINGS

Andrew McDonough sold property at 7 Frederick Dr to Christopher Podeswa for $270,000

Marlene Clemmens sold property at 22 Andrews St to Zoyas Rentals LLC for $410,000

Marian Vogel sold property at 22 Andrews St to Zoya Rentals LLC for $410,000.

Andrea Keefe sold property at 22 Andrews St to Zoyas Rentals LLC for $410,000

Denise Donlon sold property at 96 Catherine St to Julie

Labate for $445,000.

Monica Melendez sold property at 276 Washington St to Nicholas Bordeau for $358,700.

Frederick Elbert sold property at 10 Oak Brook Blvd to Morena Rizzuto for $1,150,000

Karen Carling sold property at 61 Marvin St to Florence Abbott for $385,000.

15 Gridley LLC sold property at 15 Gridley St to Brentwood24 LLC for $1,607,508

One Pearl St LLC sold property at 1 Pearl St to Matthew Casey for $425,000

WILTON

GW Luxe LLC sold property at 19 Stone Ridge Rd to Ryan Jacob for $688,907.

Eileen Elliott sold property at 20 Sweetbriar Dr to Michael Engelbrecht for $625,000.

This gem at 19 Saratoga Ave in Round Lake was listed by Jack Minehan and Meg Minehan at Roohan Realty and sold for $298,900.

SIX MONTHS IN, SPECKLED PIG BREWING COMPANY IS THRIVING IN BALLSTON SPA

by Dylan McGlynn Saratoga TODAY

BALLSTON SPA — The Speckled Pig Brewing Company opened its doors just under six months ago, and business has been strong for the local brewers.

Located at 11 Washington Street in the Village of Ballston Spa, Speckled Pig offers a variety of beers, seltzers, and pizzas, all of which are produced in-house.

Larry Heid, a partner at Speckled Pig, said the first six months have gone “better than we had expected,” noting the strong response from local community members.

“The Village of Ballston Spa, the residents here have been so warm,” said Heid. “They were super receptive to having a brewery. It’s become kind of like a home base for the village. We’re very happy with how it’s progressing.”

That progression has gone quickly, as Speckled Pig has already ventured into the

distribution market, partnering with Saratoga Eagle to offer kegs of their beers at local bars.

“To be six months in and doing that is insane,” said R.J. Elliott, a partner at Speckled Pig. “So it’s been hectic, brewing as fast as humanly possible to keep up.”

The brewery is registered as a New York Farm Brewery, meaning that 60% of grains and hops used in the making of their beers must be sourced from within New York State. All of their beers and pizza are made on-site, with Elliott saying, “Local is kind of the name of our game.”

“Everything we do, we tie back to the people around here, supporting local businesses,” Elliott said, noting the Speckled Pig has a partnership with Coffee Planet, and has hosted a variety of fundraisers for booster clubs from Ballston Spa High School.

Elliott, a graduate of Ballston Spa High School, said it is meaningful to be able to establish a business in the village.

“It’s all anyone talks to me about now, ‘How’s the Pig?’,” Elliott said. “It’s the first thing that’s on everyone’s mind.”

Heid said the brewery is seeing “a lot of repeat customers.”

“On any given day, I will know, like, at least half the people that are here from just coming back,” said Heid.

The local support can be easily observed inside the brewery, as a wall across from the bar is covered with the names of members of the Speckled Pig’s ‘Founders Club.’ The Founders Club hosts private events and offers tastings of new beers, among other perks. Elliott said over 300 people signed up for the club within the brewery’s first two weeks of opening.

“And we capped it at that,” said Elliott. “We had a lot of people still asking us to join, but we stopped it because we want to be able to, on the Wednesdays that we do open for Founders, have them all get a seat when they come in.”

It has been a drastic turnaround for the property, which sat vacant for many years before Elliott’s family purchased it. However, they initially did not have any plans for a brewery.

“We just wanted to clean it up for the village,” Elliott said. “That was the only goal. For years, it had sat here. You’re talking 15 to 20 years without anything in it.”

Then Larry and Mary-Jo Heid came into the picture. Looking for a brewery in the

area, they connected with Kelly Delaney-Elliott, R.J.’s mother and a real estate broker.

“We had no brewery intention in mind until we met the Heids,” said Elliott. “A year later, we were open. So it happened fast. It still feels like it was yesterday.”

The brewery came flying out of the gate, offering 11 beers and a seltzer on their first day of business, which Elliott said was “crazy.”

“Nobody told us we weren’t supposed to do that, we just kind of went for it,” said Heid.

“To do that right off the bat meant literally as fast as you could possibly turn the tank, we’re brewing the next cycle,” added Elliott. “For the first couple weeks, you’d look at the menu and you’d see a line through like three of them, because we just kicked the seven kegs we had, and we had three more days until we got the tank.

Now, it’s a pretty huge achievement that we’ve got all our beers on tap and we’re ahead of it.”

The brewery also has big plans as the weather gets warmer, with Elliott saying the Speckled Pig is looking to open a rooftop deck in the summer. Currently, the brewery operates solely on the top floor of the building (roughly 4,500 square feet). Looking further into the future, Speckled Pig also plans to deepen their roots in distribution. Heid said the company hopes to start selling cans of their beer “within a year.”

Ultimately, Elliott said being able to share the brewery with the people of Ballston Spa is “one of the coolest feelings.”

“I just get a ton of pride being able to do it in Ballston Spa,” said Elliott. “It’s my hometown, and it’s nice to be able to create a business that can manufacture right here.”

Photo by Dylan McGlynn.

GATEWAY HOUSE OF PEACE NEW THRIFT STORE OPENS DOORS

by Dylan McGlynn Saratoga TODAY

MILTON — The Gateway House of Peace Thrift Store officially opened its doors this month, helping to raise funds for end-of-life services provided by the Gateway House of Peace.

Located at 408 Geyser Road, proceeds from all of the thrift store’s sales go toward the Gateway House of Peace’s services. Elaine Pearson, director of the Gateway House Thrift Store, said they began renting the space in December before officially opening on March 1.

“It’s been wonderful,” said Pearson of the experience since opening. “We’ve been blessed with a lot of donations from the community. Our sales have been great. The community has been very supportive.”

The Gateway House of Peace offers end-of-life care at no cost to its residents or their families. Typically, the Gateway House has raised money through a variety

of fundraisers. Pearson said the thrift store will allow Gateway to see a year-round revenue stream.

“We’re hoping the thrift store is going to help alleviate all the fundraising that we have to do,” Pearson said. “That was our ultimate goal. We’ve talked about it for five to ten years now, doing this, and we just never did it. Finally, we said, ‘We’re just going to do it.’”

After searching for a location for roughly two years, Pearson said the Geyser Road location became available “out of the blue.” She said having the space available is “a wonderful feeling.”

“It’s an accomplishment,” said Pearson. “We’ve been planning for so long, and for our dream to come true, it’s an absolutely wonderful experience and wonderful feeling.”

The Gateway House of Peace runs an annual yard sale to help raise funds, with Pearson saying the thrift store began as an extension of the yard sale.

“We have hundreds and hundreds of people that come through,” said Pearson of the yard sale. “That’s

really why we wanted the thrift store, because the yard sales were such a big hit, and great fundraiser.”

Pearson said the funds raised at the thrift store will go toward day-to-day operations at the Gateway House, including paid nursing staff, utilities and bills, and more. The thrift store has just one paid employee, manager Cassandra Roner, who is assisted by a variety of volunteers.

Roner said it has been “amazing” to see how many volunteers have offered their time to the store.

“I’m involved in a lot of organizations, from sports to my church, and sometimes it’s hard to get volunteers,” said Roner. “So to see people come in here and want to volunteer their time, it shows you what the mission of Gateway House means to people.”

Pearson also mentioned the community has been very supportive, noting that many local businesses helped provide various donations when the store was being prepared for opening.

“So many of the businesses,

there’s so many of them that have donated to us with paint, and jewelry counters, and shelving,” Pearson said. “They’ve been absolutely wonderful, donating items to us to get started.”

The store’s location on Geyser Road is also an advantage, just over a mile from the Gateway House of Peace. Pearson said that while the thrift store’s current location is “a little bit too small,” it provides strong connectivity between the two locations.

“I really wanted to stay close

to Gateway House,” Pearson said. “I didn’t want to leave the area for a bigger space. It’s connected. People know, just go around the corner and there’s Gateway House.”

The store will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony “once the weather gets nicer,” said Pearson. She said they hope to eventually raise $100,000 yearly for the Gateway House of Peace.

“What I’d like to see is $100,000 a year,” said Pearson. “That’s my ultimate goal. If we make that, I’d be very happy.”

Gateway House of Peace Thrift Store. Photo by Dylan McGlynn.

New York State Should Deliver Newspapers: A Front-Page Rescue

Content Provided by: amNY Member Carrie Woerner, the primary sponsors of this legislation, for bringing it forward for consideration. It’s believed that legislators are considering rolling the Local Journalism Sustainability Act into the final, negotiated state budget this spring, but we need you, our readers, to reach out to your state elected officials to communicate how important local news is to you and how this bill would help your local news coverage.

NEW YORK — Albany lawmakers have the chance this month to do something their colleagues in Washington, DC couldn’t: Give a major shot in the arm to local journalism.

The New York version of the “Local Journalism Sustainability Act” is being considered as being enacted as part of the state budget due to be adopted on or about April 1. If passed, the act would provide more tax credits over the next five years to newspaper publishers across the state for the purpose of employing full-time reporters and editors.

We thank state Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Assembly

The federal version was part of the failed Build Back Better bill, but we hope that both New York Democrats and Republicans recognize the value of good journalism in their communities — New York’s version ought to be overwhelmingly adopted.

The costs of supporting free and independent journalism through tax breaks, similar to those offered to the entertainment industry, are small — but the return on the investment is exponentially larger.

Without question, the Local Journalism Sustainability Act will do wonders for a New York journalism industry hard hit by years of economic difficulty — from soaring prices of newsprint

in recent months to massive reductions in print advertising over the past two decades. Newsrooms across the Empire State have decreased in size; some have shuttered altogether.

According to the New York News Publishers Association, New York state saw its number of daily newspapers drop from 62 to 54 between 2004 and 2019. The loss was even more staggering for weekly

newspapers across the Empire State, as the number plunged during those same 15 years, from 439 in 2004 to 249 in 2019.

The free press acts as an unofficial check on the three branches of government — serving the readers with independence, obligated to accurately, fairly and truthfully report what’s happening while holding powerful people and agencies accountable. Companies like ours are also able to offer our content in large part for free making news accessible and available to all.

From an economic standpoint, the tax credits provided through this act will help employ reporters and editors, keeping an important sector of our economy sustainable.

According to the Economic Policy Institute, every 100 jobs in newspapers and related media sustains 268 additional jobs.

The Local Journalism Sustainability Act will strengthen and reinvigorate journalism in New York at a critical time. It will ensure that your local newspapers and websites will always be there to tell you what’s going on, what you need to know, and what you ought to know.

We urge the state legislature and Governor Kathy Hochul to make this act part of the state budget both now, and in the years to come. Let’s deliver a front-page rescue for all of New York! Please call your State Senators and Assemblymembers.

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The Local Journalism Sustainability Act will help keep the presses running and reporters employed all over New York.

Photo by Mac Sorensen

Puzzles

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: Veracious, Voracious Veracious means completely truthful or accurate. When the veracious child speaks, never doubt her honesty. Voracious means having an insatiable appetite.

Since age 10, Tim has been a voracious reader of comics. Among children, the demand for chocolate is voracious

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

B-Spa High School’s Troupe Presents Mean Girls – High School Edition

BALLSTON SPA —

The students in the Ballston Spa High School Troupe will present their annual spring production, ‘Mean Girls – High School Edition’, on March 30, 31, and April 1 at 7:00 p.m. and April 1 and 2 at 1:00 p.m. at the Ballston Spa High School Auditorium.

Tickets will be available at the door and are $10 for adults and $5 for students.

Mean Girls High School Edition is a coming-of-age musical based on the book written by Tina Fey. Cady (Maddie Burns), raised in Africa, finds herself in suburban Illinois.

See how she survives and makes new friends with Janis (Fiona Hughes) and Damien (Benjamin

Ballston Spa OM Teams Qualify for State Tournament

Ferrara) within the craziness of the high school popularity pecking order. From the plastics Regina (Rachel Camilli), Karen, (Samantha Zavadil) and Gretchen (Katie Benanto), to the musics, to the geeks, and the Mathletes, we see the path that Cady takes.

Even though Mean Girls’ approach to high school life is comical, it does address high school themes like bullying, dating, being the most popular kid in school, et cetera. Cady’s journey in a new school is full of highs and lows, but in the end, “calling someone ugly doesn’t make you prettier” and “calling someone dumb, doesn’t make you smarter.”

‘Mean Girls - High School Edition’ is rated PG-13.

BALLSTON SPA — Odyssey of the Mind teams from throughout the region competed in the Region 6 Odyssey of the Mind Tournament on March 11. This year’s competition was held at Glens Falls High School.

Ballston Spa Middle School students competed and won in the ‘Pirates and the Treasure’ event, while Milton Terrace Elementary School students captured wins in ‘Because iCan,’ ‘The Walls of Troy,’ and ‘The Most Dramatic Problem Ever!’. Milton Terrace students also competed in ‘Pirates and the Treasure,’ and ‘Dinos on Parade.’ Malta Avenue Elementary School students earned wins in ‘The Walls of Troy,’ and

‘Where’s the Structure?’ Malta Ave students also competed in ‘Pirates and the Treasure.’

The winning teams from all

three district schools will head to the New York State finals on April 15, held at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse.

Photos provided by Ballston Spa Central School District.

22ND ANNUAL 4-H SCHOLARSHIP GOLF CLASSIC TO BE HELD JUNE 3

leader at the 4-H Program of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County, said the tournament also helps raise money for things such as leadership trips and volunteer training.

The 22nd annual tournament will be held at the Fairways of Halfmoon in Mechanicville. Stevens said the tournament receives a strong community response, noting its growth since the inaugural year.

the tournament has seen over 100 people participate.

“There’s a lot of community support,” said Stevens. “Saratoga County 4-H is obviously all across Saratoga County. It’s not just one community, or a youth from one community, that benefit from this. It’s kids all across Saratoga County.”

sponsors in the tournament each year.

MECHANICVILLE — On

June 3, the 4-H Scholarship Golf Classic returns for a 22nd year, helping raise money for the Saratoga County 4-H Leaders Association to provide college scholarships and other opportunities to local students. Money raised at the

tournament goes to the Saratoga County 4-H Leaders Association, which has granted 59 scholarships of $1,000 each to students within the county since the tournament began. The tournament is currently seeking sponsors and participants for this year’s event.

Greg Stevens, a program

“We went from four teams in the beginning and 16 players, in year one, to really growing it into a fundraiser and a golf tournament that rivals a lot of the other big tournaments in the area,” said Stevens.

The tournament utilizes a shotgun start and a scramble format. Last year saw a record attendance of 112 competitors, Stevens said. It was the third consecutive year

$30,000 In Scholarships Will Be Awarded To College-Bound Seniors At 10 Area High Schools

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Kelly’s Angels, Inc. is expanding its scholarship program and the list of eligible high schools from 8 to 10 this year. A total of $30,000 in scholarships will be given to seniors at the following high schools: Saratoga Springs, Saratoga Central Catholic, Hoosic Valley, Queensbury, Glens Falls, South Glens Falls, Stillwater, Whitehall, Fort Edward, and Shenendehowa.

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR A $1,500 SCHOLARSHIP, THE STUDENT MUST HAVE:

•Been accepted to attend college/ an institution of higher learning

•A need for financial assistance

•Persevered in the face of adversity

•Shown a commitment to serving others, especially other children

•Demonstrated a positive work ethic but not necessarily be the highest achieving student

“Thanks to the support of the community, we are able to add Fort Edward and Shenendehowa High Schools to the scholarship program,” said Mark Mulholland, founder and president of Kelly’s Angels. “The scholarships, which honor the memory of my late wife, Kelly, who was a schoolteacher, are meant to support students who have persevered through adversity and encourage them

to keep moving forward and reaching higher.”

The application requires the student’s transcript, college essay, letter(s) of recommendation written to colleges on their behalf, information related to extracurriculars and/or service, and a short essay that speaks to the aforementioned criteria for the Kelly’s Angels scholarship. Applications can be found at KellysAngelsInc.org/ application-ka. The deadline for submitting an application is April 28. Questions about the scholarships can be emailed to KellysAngelsInc@gmail.com.

The tournament raises roughly $10,000 each year, Stevens said. He said the Fairways of Halfmoon have “been a great partner” for the tournament.

Stevens also added that it is meaningful to see the strong response from participants and

“It makes me so proud and humbled that they feel we are a worthy cause to come out and support,” Stevens said. “We’re extremely happy, and we’re extremely grateful. Personally, as a 4-H leader, I couldn’t be happier to have such a great fundraiser that is established year after year, still continues to grow today, and provides opportunities for my kids.”

For more information or to register for the tournament, visit ccesaratoga.org. Registration is due by May 26.

Photo provided by Greg Stevens.

GREENFIELD Summer Camp

Greenfield Summer Day Camp Simply Focuses on Kids Just Being Kids in the Great Outdoors

In today’s over-structured world where kids spend a big part of their days looking at electronics, the one thing most grade school parents agree on is when school is out, they want their kids out… in the great outdoors. When summer comes, the pressure is on for parents to adequately entertain them without overscheduling or breaking the bank. The Town of Greenfield’s summer day camp is a perfect solution, with its morning-only format and a full array of traditional activities that promise to leave children exhausted and happy.

Campers spend 8:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. at the Maple Avenue Middle School, at 515 Maple Avenue in Saratoga Springs. Activities include rotating stations of fun, featuring such things as obstacle courses, hiking, Taekwondo, arts and crafts, as well as many organized games and sports like soccer, flag football, kickball and more. Campers participate in themed days like “Super Hero” and “Hat” Day and painting, tie-dying and rock climbing. They receive weekly visits from Uncharted Wild LLC to encounter live wild animals, regularly scheduled “Water Days” for splashing around and even the chance to pal around with some local llamas. Rainy day activities bring the children inside to the school’s gymnasium

and cafeteria. Fridays end each week on a sweet note with treats from ice cream trucks and Stewart’s Shops.

“Our ever-changing schedule will send kids home exhausted and dirty from an action-packed morning at camp with friends,” said Town of Greenfield Recreation Director Rebecca Sewell.

Students ages 5 to 14 are welcome and will be supervised with a 2:10 counselor/camper ratio. The camp features 25 trained camp counselors, most of whom once attended this camp themselves. Parents can choose early drop off for an additional cost and all students are eligible for the town’s Free Lunch Program, daily on-site and during camp. Signups open in March to Town of Greenfield residents, and in April open to the public. More information can be found by calling Rebecca Sewell at 518-428-2267 or visiting www.greenfieldny.org. Scholarships are available.

JUNE 26-JULY 28

Monday-Friday

8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

(early drop off and transportation available)

LOCATION:

Maple Avenue Middle School

515 Maple Avenue Saratoga Springs, NY www.greenfieldny.org

The Town of Greenfield is home to 8,200 residents in Greenfield, Porter Corners and Middle Grove. It spans more than 41,000 acres of land bordering the Adirondacks. Other summer activities sponsored by the Town of Greenfield include golf and tennis camps and a PGA Junior golf league at the town’s Brookhaven Park and Golf Course in Porter Corners.

Food

World Flavors: INDIA

by Andrea Grom

Preparing and sharing delicious, wholesome vegetarian Indian food is a labor of love for Sneha Narayanan and Sathya Raghavan of Daily Fresh.

Sneha and Sathya came from Chennai, South India, and began their cooking journey while living in Atlanta, Georgia, where Sathya studied. Because Sneha couldn’t work or study then, she developed her passion for cooking, inspired by her parents, brother, books, blogs, and travels. Eventually, Sneha compiled over 150 tasty, tried-and-true recipes on her cooking blog, Cook with Sneha (www.cookwithsneha.com).

The vibrant international student community at Georgia Tech was the first to fall in love with Sneha’s cooking. During festive weekends, the couple held informal gatherings at their home and cooked for as many as 50 people, with home-style Indian dishes frequently taking center stage. These events fostered community and connection.

In 2014, they moved to the Albany area, and in 2018 Sneha and Sathya began their cooking and catering business, Daily Fresh. They joined the Saratoga Farmers’ Market in 2019. Sathya also works full-time as an engineer, and they are raising three young children. Sneha prepares all her dishes from scratch, using fresh, preservative-free ingredients. Her sauces are homemade, and she grinds her spices by hand.

Daily Fresh offers specialties from both North and South India. North Indian food has dynamic flavors, including onions, tomatoes, cloves, cinnamon, ginger, and garlic. South Indian dishes stand out in different ways, highlighting vegetable stews, lentils, rice, and flavors like coconut, fenugreek, curry

leaves, and tamarind. For example, dosas, flat savory flourless/eggless crepes made of rice and black lentils (urad daal), are 100% South Indian. This summer, Daily Fresh will again offer their fresh dosas and rotis (whole wheat flatbreads) at the market.

Recently, Sneha and Sathya moved to a new commercial kitchen, which has inspired them to expand their business. They will attend four markets this year! Sneha and Sathya are excited to share more of their food with the community and are grateful for everyone’s encouragement and support. Find Daily Fresh online at www.dailyfreshfood.online/.

Let’s connect to our history, traditions, and community with flavorful food! On Saturday, March 25, from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm, celebrate world foods at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market’s International Flavor Fest at the Wilton Mall food court. Our friends at the World Awareness Children’s Museum invite children to make paper fortune cookies, and families and market-goers may pick up a passport for a “journey around the world,” earning a prize when filling it with stamps from vendors. Learn more at www.saratogafarmersmarket.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @SaratogaFarmersMarket.

INGREDIENTS:

*Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

• 3 cups of cabbage*,

finely chopped

• 5  shallots*, finely chopped

• 2 green chilies, chopped

• 3/4 cup of grated coconut, adjust to taste

• 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder

• A few curry leaves

• Salt to taste

• 2 tsp of coconut oil

• 1/2 tsp of black mustard seeds

• Asafoetida, a pinch

INSTRUCTIONS :

1. In a large bowl, mix all ingredients except salt, coconut oil, mustard seeds, and asafoetida.

2. In a wide pan, heat coconut oil on medium flame, add mustard seeds, and as they crackle, add asafoetida, and the cabbage mixture. Stir well. Add salt and mix.

3. Close the pan with a tight lid and let the cabbage cook in the steam, stirring occasionally. The cabbage lets out enough water to cook in its moisture, if the cabbage takes longer time to cook, sprinkle little water (a tbsp or two), cover and cook.

4. Check for salt and remove from heat. Serve with Parippu Curry, Theeyal, sambhar, or Rasam.

Recipe from Sneha Narayanan, www.cookwithsneha.com

Cabbage Poriyal/Thoran is a side dish packed with coconut flavor that goes well with rice and any south Indian curry. Poriyal/Thoran can be made with any vegetable that compliments coconut.

Photos provided by Daily Fresh.

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Events upcoming

Concert at The Grove

Ken Blatt, singer, and pianist, is presenting a concert at The Grove, 233 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, on Friday, March 31 at 5 p.m. The program is open to the public and will feature songs from Broadway, the movies, “swing” tunes and jazz classics, as well as popular hits from the 1960’s, 70’s and 80’s. As we welcome the start of the Spring season, as well as the anticipation of the Easter holiday, the program will also feature a fashion show of sorts presented by Saratogian Natalie Sillery, the owner of Saratoga Trunk. No reservations.

ADK Tabletop Day 2023

Adirondacon presents the Tabletop Gaming Convention at the Charles R. Wood theater, Glens Falls on April 1. Game demos, open gaming, large lending library, vendors, door prizes, raffles, and more. Doors open at 9:30 a.m., scheduled gaming 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Tickets and be purchased at the box office or online at woodtheater.org. Tickets: $15 general admission, $12 for students and Veterans, children under 12 are free. If you can’t stay and play, it’s free to stop in and shop with our local vendors, or come in and support our chosen charity, North Shore Animal LeagueAdirondack Region Cat Adoption Center. Or visit adirondacon.com

Polka Dance

The Knights of Columbus Assembly #245 will be hosting a Polka Dance on Sunday, April 2, from 2 - 6 p.m., to benefit the Veterans & Community Housing Coalition (VCHC), Ballston Spa. It will be held at the KOC Hall on 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs, music will be provided by Tony’s Polka Band. Admission is $20. There will be food for sale, a silent auction, and an opportunity to help our veterans who have given so much for their country. If you’re unable to attend in person but would like to make a donation, all checks should be written to K OF C Assembly 745. If you’d like to provide an item for the silent auction, please call 518-584-8547.

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First Annual Easter Pies and Bake Sale

Simpson United Methodist Church, located at 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls is having an Easter Pies and Bake Sale. We are selling 9” Apple, Blueberry, Cherry, and Peach pies at $12 each. Choose between freshly baked or frozen pie. Call 518-885-4794 by Monday, April 3 to place your order. Pick-up dates: Friday, April 7, 4 - 7 p.m. and Saturday, April 8, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Bake sale on Saturday only. Please leave name, telephone number and pie order information; and let us know if you will be picking up on Friday or Saturday. A representative from Simpson will confirm your order.

2nd Annual Awards Ceremony

The trustees and staff of the Saratoga County History Center are thrilled to announce the second annual Saratoga County Public History Award ceremony. The gala event will be held at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa on April 13 at 7 p.m. The April gala will be both a celebration of the award winners and a preview of the May re-opening of the beloved museum. For more information, visit www.brooksidemuseum.org.

Southern Saratoga Art Society Exhibits

The Clifton Park Senior Community Center Gallery, 6 Clifton Commons Ct., in Clifton Park and the Southern Saratoga Art Society will be hosting a show during the month of March featuring selected artwork of Shenendehowa High School students. There will be 30 pieces of artwork including a variety of media. The Mechanicville Library, 190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville will feature artist Barbara Hurley. She paints in acrylics, oils, and watercolors. Her exhibit includes portraits in oils and some recent works in Acrylics. Barbara will donate any proceeds from sales to the Round Lake Methodist Church. For further information about SSAS visit our website: southernsaratogaartist.com or check us out on Facebook.

Corning Museum of Glass Trip

A one-day trip on Wednesday, April 19, open to the public.

Explore this amazing glass museum right in our own backyard. Optional sandblasting workshop available, must preregister. Lunch on your own at the museum cafe. After the museum, wander around the quaint town of Corning for the afternoon. Member price $80. Non-member price $105. Optional sandblasting workshop- add $14. Call the Saratoga Senior Center at 518584-1621 to sign up.

Vendors Wanted: Annual Spring Craft Fair

The Saratoga-Wilton Elks #161 Auxiliary is holding their Annual Spring Craft Fair on Saturday, April 22 at the Lodge at 1 Elk Lane in Saratoga from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. An eight-foot table and two chairs in a 6 x 8’ space is $40. Admission will be free with ample parking. There are 36 spaces available, and we are accepting a wide variety of crafters on a first come first serve basis. If you know of anyone you think would be a great addition, please share this notice with them. For more information or to signup, contact Debbie at dozolins@nycap. rr.com or 518-885-6506.

Shaken & Stirred Celebrity Bartender Party

The Shaken & Stirred Celebrity Bartender Party is an annual fundraiser for Universal Preservation Hall. Local businesses team up to compete against each other, bartending for the most tips. The team that raises the most during their shift wins. This year’s event will be 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Thursday, May 18 at the Saratoga National Golf Course. All proceeds raised go towards our education programs through the Collaborative School of the Arts, which is an incredibly important aspect of arts for youth in our area. For more information, go to universalpreservationhall. org. There is no cover charge for this event.

Spring Fling Festival

The Spring Fling Festival is benefiting the Adirondack Vets House, Inc by bringing our area’s businesses together to create a day of fun in the sun for everyone! Free admission, open to the public. There will be pony rides and farm animals, bounce houses, a dunk tank, cornhole tournament, face painting, food trucks, candle

making, local vendors, live music, raffle baskets, carnival games and more! The goal is to maximize attendance and support local business all while raising very critical funds for the Adirondack Vets House, Inc. The Car Shoppe will be hosting the first Annual Spring Fling Festival on Saturday May 20 from 12 – 5 p.m. Rain date is May 21, 12-5 p.m. The location is 1110 US-9, Queensbury.

Craft Fair – Vendors Wanted

The Saratoga County History Center is seeking vendors of

handmade crafts, antiques, and farm products for the annual craft fair at Brookside Museum on Saturday, June 24, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. No mass produced or commercially manufactured products will be permitted. Spaces are available outdoors, with limited spaces available indoors. The fair is a rain-or-shine event. Visit brooksidemuseum.org/ events/2022-craft-fair/ for more information, or contact Beth Silvestri at 518-885-4000 or bsilvestri@brooksidemuseum.org.

This Week’s Events:

MARCH 24-30 �� =family friendly

FRIDAY, MARCH 24

Free Tax Prep

Mechanicville District Public Library, 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville | AARP Tax Volunteers are now taking appointments. Stop in today to schedule. Phone: 518-664-4646, meclib.sals.edu.

Craft Supply Give and Take

Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park 2 – 6 p.m. | Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. Have craft supplies you no longer need? Drop them off at the Friends of the Library Craft Swap. Then come on Saturday from 10-4 and Sunday 12-3 p.m. and pay what you feel is fair and support the library. This event is designed to keeping it out of landfills and into the crafty hands of someone new. Craft supplies must be in good, clean, usable condition. Everyone is welcome to donate or shop, or both. This is a free will donation. All donations go towards funding programs at the library. Join us in celebrating National Craft Month in March. For more information email folcrafterssuppliesgandt@gmail. com or visit friendsofcphlibrary.org.

Fish Fry Fridays ��

Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, 123 NY-32, Victory Mills

4 – 7 p.m. | Friday Night Fish Fry will be back for 2023. It will run through April 7. Various menu items are available from fried fish

to chicken tenders with French fries, Cole slaw and chowder also available. For more information call 518-695-3917.

Fish Fry Friday ��

Knights of Columbus Council #246, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs 5 – 7 p.m. | Fish Fry Friday will run throughout Lent, February 24 - April 7. Advance call-in of orders Wednesdays-Fridays between 12-3 p.m. Menu includes Fried or Baked Haddock ($15) or Fried Clam Strips ($12), each with French Fries, Cole Slaw, Tartar Sauce, and Cocktail Sauce; Macaroni and Cheese ($5); New England Clam Chowder (pint - $7/quart - $13); Single Order of French Fries ($3); and Dessert ($2 - when available). Call 518-584-8547 to place your order or for more information.

Dinner for a Cause ��

Princepessa Elena 10 Oak St., Saratoga Springs | 6 – 9 p.m. Gateway House or Peace announces its Scrumptious Homemade Italian food, live music, cash bar, raffles galore! Win 50/50 or $10,000 ($100/ ticket, only 250 tickets). Cost of admission $20 pre-sale or $25 at the door. Gateway House of Peace provides end-of-life care for those in need in our community. We are 100% donor driven, and we are grateful for you contribution. Buy tickets at gatewayhouseofpeace. networkforgood.com/ events/53895-dinner-for-a-cause

This Week’s Events: MARCH 24-30 �� =family friendly

Chicken and Biscuit Dinner Take Out

SATURDAY, MARCH 25

Northeast Woodworkers

Showcase ��

Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. | The Northeast Woodworkers Association will be celebrating 30 years of presenting one of the premiere woodworking shows in the country. Featuring over 500 exhibits of original designed fine furniture, wood sculpture, carvings, intarsia, musical instruments, exquisite turnings, toys, accessories and all other things crafted of wood. National and regional trade vendors, offering for sale, wide varieties of wood and woodworking related tools and accessories for all skill levels, many of whom will be demonstrating their products. Admission is $15, children under 12 free. For further information, see www.woodworker.org.

Cat and Dog Adoption Clinic ��

H.O.P.E. Adoption Center, Wilton Mall at Saratoga, 3065 Route 50, Saratoga Springs

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Come meet the many adoptable pets. You can start the adoption process today by filling out an adoption application online at hopeanimalrescue.org/forms.

Adult Paper Album Scrapbook Class

Ballston Spa Public Library, 21 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa | 1 p.m.

Turn those pictures from your phone into a beautiful one-ofa-kind scrapbook album. Mary from Memory Makers will show you all the techniques for making an outstanding album to enjoy for years to come. Please bring 10-15 printed photos on a theme or just random pictures. Free and open to participants,18 years and older. Registration is required, limit 15. Either stop in or call 518-8855022 to reserve your spot.

The Old Stone Church, 159 Stone Church Rd., Ballston Spa

4 – 7 p.m. | Curb side pickup only chicken and biscuit dinner. Dinners include Chicken and Biscuit with green beans, carrots, peas, gravy, cranberry sauce, and a choice of a slice of pumpkin, apple, or fudge pecan pie, all for $12. To reserve your dinner call 518-5224482 or 518-583-1002. Be sure to include the number of dinners, your choice of pie and time of pick up. For more information call Ann at 518-885-4034. We look forward to seeing you there.

Chicken & Biscuit Dinner

South Glens Falls United Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Parkway, S. Glens Falls | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Menu: Chicken and gravy with veggies, biscuit, soup, and homemade desserts. Adults $12. We are encouraging pre-orders for pick-up and delivery dinners. 518-793-1152.

Architectonic: Wesley Brown & Bryan Hopkins

Saratoga Clay Arts, 167 Hayes Rd, Schuylerville | 5 – 7 p.m. Opening reception - light refreshments will be served. Admission is free. The exhibition will also open in our online shop. Both artists will be presenting workshops during the exhibition. Details are on www.saratogaclayarts.org. Call 518-581-2529 or email info@ saratogaclayarts.org for more information.

SUNDAY, MARCH 26

Sunrise Walk ��

Camp Saratoga, Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 7 – 8 a.m.Walk the trails with an environmental educator as you watch the sun rise over the meadow. Email info@ wiltonpreserve.org to register.

Breakfast Buffet ��

ITAM Post #35, 247 Grand Ave., Saratoga Springs | 8 – 11 a.m.

Eggs to order, bacon, pancakes, etc. $10 adults, $9 seniors, $5 children (10 & under), children under 5 free. $12 takeout orders.

Monthly Indoor Craft and Garage Sale ��

Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Admission is free. Over 40 vendors, great parking, crafts galore, and lunch. Household items, hand-made items, clothing, food treats, body lotions, and just about anything you can imagine. New vendors sign-up every month. A fun activity the entire family enjoys. All proceeds go to local charities. 8’ table and chairs $15; Call Debbie at 518-885-6506 or email dozolins@nycap.rr.com for information or to sign up for a table(s).

Audition Announcement

Malta Community Center,

1 Bayberry Dr., Malta | Malta Spotlighter’s Theatre Troupe announces auditions for ‘The Lady Pirates of Captain Bree’; produced by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Services; directed by Elyse Young. Auditions are by appointment only. A swashbuckling musical comedy set in the late 1800s aboard the merchant ship “Kayla May”, will be performed Saturday, June 17 and Sunday, June 18 on the Malta Community Center Stage. Over 26 speaking and/or singing solo roles are available for kids, teens, and adults. An additional 10-12 ensemble roles will also be cast. Contact: Elyse Young, Artistic Director, theater@malta-town.com or 518899-4411 x305 for an audition appointment or additional information. Auditions also held on Monday, March 27.

MONDAY, MARCH 27

Nature on the Move ��

Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. | Come enjoy nature with others looking to get

outside and embrace the winter. This walk is geared towards those with basic fitness levels. Ages 16+ only. Snowshoe rental will be available 15 minutes prior to the program at $3 a pair. Registration is required at least one business day in advance. To register, email info@wiltonpreserve.org or visit wiltonpreserve.org/education/ calendar

Movie Night ��

Mechanicville District Public Library, 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville | 5 p.m. The movie is “Lyle, Lyle Crocodile.” Bring a snack and a water and join us. For more information visit www.meclib. sals.edu or call 518-664-4646.

TUESDAY, MARCH 28

Saratoga Arts Annual Members Meeting

Saratoga Arts Gallery, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs

12:30 p.m. | For more information and to register online go to saratoga-arts.org or call 518-584-4132.

After the Fire’s Monthly Meeting

Eagle Matt Lee Firehouse, Washington St., Ballston Spa

7 p.m. | After the Fire is a nonprofit organization that helps Saratoga County Residents who have suffered a loss due to fire. Families are provided with gift cards, a night’s stay at a participating hotel/motel, Red Cross referral, informational material, emotional support. etc. Meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of the month. Anyone interested in learning more about After the Fire, or becoming a member, may attend. Visit us on Facebook, at www.afterthefire. org, or leave a message on voicemail at 518-435-4571.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29

National Vietnam War Veterans Day

Empire State Aerosciences Museum, 250 Rudy Chase Dr., Glenville | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tour our Vietnam era hunter/killer team aircraft: our OH-6A Loach scout helicopter and our newly restored UH-1M gunship. Both aircraft served in the conflict and will be open for you to climb

in and inspect. Free admission and free coffee to all Veterans. At 1 p.m., the Daughters of the American Revolution will present a Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin Presentation and a Surviving Spouse Pin Presentation. Light refreshments will be served. Living U.S. Veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces from Nov. 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975, regardless of location, are eligible to receive a lapel pin. Please contact: amandapotterdar@ gmail.com or 518-376-5353 by Friday, March 24.

Roast Beef Dinner Take Out

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Take out only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order. 518-584-2585.

Menu: roast beef, roasted redskin potatoes, vegetable, salad, roll, gravy. Dinner for 2 / $30. (cash only).

Galway Photography Club

Galway Public Library, Community Room, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6 p.m. For our meeting this month Phil Olivo from the Schenectady Photographic Society will be presenting images from his portfolio. Anyone interested in photography regardless of their level of experience is encouraged to attend these relaxed and friendly gatherings. For more information contact: Dave Waite at davewaitefinearts@gmail.com

THURSDAY, MARCH 30 Saratoga and Women’s Suffrage

Virtual Zoom Program | 7 p.m. The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation will celebrate Women’s History Month with this program presented by Dr. Sally Roesch Wagner, a highly regarded author and historian of the suffrage movement, with an introduction by Nancy Baird Brown, member of the National Votes for Women Trail. Saratoga’s role in the American Revolution is legendary, but very little is known about Saratoga Springs’ role in the 72-year Bloodless Revolution - the fight for women’s suffrage. Dr. Wagner will discuss Matilda Joslyn Gage and her role in starting the New York State Woman Suffrage Association. A suggested donation of $10. For additional information, call 518587-5030 or email Nicole Babie, at nbabie@saratogapreservation.org.

Local business will go head-to-head in 100 CATEGORIES as they vie for THE BEST in their field.

Nominate and Vote for your favorite local restaurants, shops, businesses, hangouts and more!

Please allow 24 business day hours for nominations to go live.

Voting Ends April 14, 2023

Winners will be announced in May.

“CAULDRON OF CRONES” POETRY TROUPE STAGE NATIONAL POETRY MONTH EVENT IN SARATOGA COUNTY

Waterford — Four hosts of poetry events across the Capital Region have formed the Cauldron of Crones poetry troupe and will celebrate National Poetry Month with an April 2 event at the Golden Leaf Bookshop in Waterford, and a workshop, and reading/open mic later in April in Colonie.

Troupe members include:

Carol Graser (host of monthly Poetry Nights at Caffè Lena); Nancy Klepsch (co-host with Dan Wilcox of “2nd Sunday @ 2” at Collar City Mushrooms in Troy), and Judith Prest and Rhonda Rosenheck, co-host the monthly Poetry Circle at Moon & River Café in Schenectady’s Stockade District.

On April 2, the Cauldron of

Crones will read and host “Spirit in Nature” at the Golden Leaf Bookshop, 30 Saratoga Avenue, in Waterford, from 4-6 p.m. The event includes a poetry reading, exhibit opening for Prest’s artwork, book sale, and open mic. Later in April, Rosenheck and Prest will lead “Free your Inner Poet,” a poetry workshop (1-2:30

p.m. April 17) and reading/open mic (1-2:20 p.m. April 24), both at the Colonie Senior Services Center, 6 Winners Cir, Albany. Information, call: 518-459-2857 ext. 340.

“Our purpose as the Cauldron of Crones is to reach out,” said Rhonda Rosenheck in a statement. “Our events are invitations for timid or

inexperienced poets to become part of this extraordinary literary community. We’ll keep showing up in unexpected places to entice every creative soul to join us.”

For more information about live and online literary events/ workshops in the Hudson Valley, Capital Region and Adirondacks, visit: hvwg.org/events.

Noah Kahan Adds SPAC Date to Summer 2023 “Stick Season Tour”

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

With concert dates already set to stage at Albany’s Palace Theatre (May 30), and Radio City Music Hall (June 7 and Aug. 31),

Vermont singer and songwriter Noah Kahan this week announced an added series of shows for his

“Stick Season Tour,” will include a concert at Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Saturday, Sept. 2. Kahan has released three fulllength albums (Busyhead, 2019; I Was / I Am, 2021; Stick Season, 2022) and a mid-pandemic EP (Cape Elizabeth, 2020).

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Acclaimed multidisciplinary artist Trenton Doyle Hancock will deliver the sixth-annual Winter/ Miller Lecture at the Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College, 6 p.m. Thursday, March 30. The in-person event is free and open to the public. Hancock, who lives and works in Houston, Texas, is widely praised for melding comic book aesthetics, religion, race, and storytelling in exuberant paintings, drawings, and installations. In a fantastical narrative he’s developed for almost two decades, the character Torpedo Boy functions

as the artists’ alter ego who protects the benevolent Mounds from the wrath of the Vegans of the underworld.

Previous Winter/Miller Lectures were delivered by Nicole Eisenman, 2018; Chris Ware, 2019; Wangechi Mutu, 2020; Nick Cave, 2021; and Juliana Huxtable, 2022.

Hancock, who was born in 1974 in Oklahoma City, first achieved national prominence when, in 2000, he was one of the youngest artists included in the Whitney Biennial Exhibition. Since then, he has had numerous solo exhibitions around the world.

More information at tang. skidmore.edu

Acclaimed Artist Trenton Doyle Hancock to Deliver Lecture on Thursday Earth Day Celebration at SPAC with Free Event

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Performing Arts

Center announces “American Wildflowers,” the next event in its WAMC@SPAC series, will be held at 5 p.m. on Earth Day,

Saturday, April 22 in the Nancy DiCresce Room at The Pines@ SPAC facility.

The event will be hosted by WAMC’s Joe Donahue and feature a conversation with

Susan Barba and Leanne Shapton about their new book American Wildflowers: A Literary Field Guide. A book signing will follow the conversation.

American Wildflowers: A Literary Field Guide is a curated collection of poems, essays and letters from the 1700’s through today that features a diverse array of authors and focuses on wildflowers and their place in our culture and natural world.

Susan Barba is the author of the poetry collections Fair Sun (2017) and geode (2020). Her poems have appeared in the New York Review of Books – where she works as an editor, Poetry, the New Republic, and translated into Swedish, German, Romanian, and Armenian.

Leanne Shapton is an artist, writer, and publisher. Her illustrations appear on multiple book covers, including Women in Clothes, a collaborative project with Sheila Heti and Heidi Julavits, and her own Swimming Studies. She is the art editor at the New York Review of Books.

WAMC@SPAC is free to attend, however seating is limited. Visit spac.org to register in advance.

Trenton Doyle Hancock, Mind of the Mound: Critical Mass, MASS MoCA, North Adams, Massachusetts, 2019.

Photo by Tony Luong. Image courtesy the artist and James Cohan, New York.

SPAC. File Photo

Entertainment & Arts

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

A series of Family Saturday programs continues at 2 p.m. on April 1 at the Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College.

After viewing works in the Tang collection by legendary artist and designer Corita Kent (1918–1986), participants will be invited to create their own posters using stencils, stamps, paint, and more. See more of her work in the 2013 Tang exhibition Someday is Now: The Art of Corita Kent and browse her work in the Tang collection online.

Family Saturdays, which are suitable for children 5 and older accompanied by an adult, aim to foster multigenerational creative cooperation through looking at artwork, discussing it,

and engaging in a hands-on artmaking activity. The programs run from 2 to 3:30 pm and are free and open to

public.

registration

Family Saturday: Painted Words on April 1 at The Tang Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Hall of Fame Ceremony at UPH on March 27

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Michael Eck - performing a song representing Wanda Fischer’s folk career, siblings Arlin Greene and Scott Greene - representing their father Smokey Greene, vocalist-guitarist Margo Macero, and Graham Tichy – showcasing a medley representing George Frayne’s and his dad John Tichy’s career in Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airman, will be among the performers at the fifth annual Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, which takes place Monday, March 27 at Universal Preservation Hall.

The Eddies previously announced five music artists–Mike Campese, Felicia Collins, George Frayne, Smokey Greene and John Tichy–as well as photographer Martin Benjamin, educator Sister Mary Anne Nelson, CSJ and radio

Family Saturdays continue April 15, April 29, and May 13. For more information, visit the Tang website at tang.skidmore. edu or contact the Tang Visitors Services Desk at 518-580-8080.

host and folk musician Wanda Fischer, are being inducted during the ceremony.

George Frayne, frontman for the band Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airmen, and an artist, was a long-time Saratoga resident. He died in 2021 at the age of 77. John Tichy, one of the band’s original members, became a professor of engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

The Eddies Music Hall of Fame and UPH are part of Proctors Collaborative. The ceremony will feature live music, a presentation of a brief video about each artist, acceptance speeches and more. Tickets are $50 and are on sale at universalpreservationhall.org; admission includes complimentary hors d’oeuvres.

Universal Preservation Hall is located on Washington Street in Saratoga Springs.

Tinsley

Ellis and Marcia Ball Tour to Stage Show at Caffe Lena April 2

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Alligator Records artists Tinsley

Ellis and Marcia Ball bring their “Acoustic Songs and Stories Tour” to Caffe Lena on Sunday, April 2. Each artist will play a solo set, and to close the evening they will join forces and share some songs and stories together.

Ellis plans to perform many of his most popular songs, plus Delta blues covers and classics by artists like Gregg Allman, Bob Dylan and Leo Kottke, on his 1937 National Steel and 1969 Martin D-35 guitars.

Ball will play piano and sing her often raucous and sometimes touching original songs full of the characters and places that shaped her. They will weave the music together with stories from their

years on stage and on the road. Show time is 7 p.m., and tickets range from $35.94-$70.88. For more information, call 518583-0022, or go to: caffelena.org.

Family Saturdays at the Tang Museum continues April 1.

Photo: Corita Kent, new alchemy, 1983, serigraph, 19 7/8 x 16 inches, Tang Teaching Museum collection, gift of Harry Hambly, serigrapher, Hambly Studios, 2016.14.152.

(left) Dating back to the 1960’s, Commander Cody & The Lost Planet Airmen shared the stage with everyone from The Stooges to the Grateful Dead. Image: advert indicating a concert bill in Philadelphia with Alice Cooper, Jan. 15, 1972, attended by more than 17,000 fans. Tickets: $4.50.

Bending strings on the tenth fret. Tinsley Ellis (pictured) and Marcia Ball bring their “Acoustic Songs and Stories Tour” to Caffe Lena on Sunday, April 2.

Photo: Elaine Thomas Campbell.

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Purchasing Department of Saratoga County, 50 West High Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 will receive sealed bids until 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 13, 2023 at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud for the SRE (Snow Removal Equipment) Building located at the Saratoga County Airport as per the following:

23-PWASRB-4 (GC) – GENERAL

CONTRACTOR

23-PWASRB-4 (E) – ELECTRICAL

23-PWASRB-4 (HVAC) -

MECHANICAL

A pre-bid Conference will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at the North American Flight Services Conference Room at the Saratoga County Airport, 405 Greenfield Avenue, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Prospective bidders are advised to visit the site and become familiar with existing conditions. All questions should be directed to the consultant engineer Turner Bradford of McFarland Johnson, tbradford@ mjinc.com

M/WBE GOALS EXIST FOR THIS PROJECT. SEE BID DOCUMENTS FOR SPECIFICS. Bid documents may only be obtained on or after Friday, March 17, 2023 from The Empire State Bid System at no cost from the following website: www. empirestatebidsystem.com

Saratoga County, through its Purchasing Department, reserves the right to reject any or all bids. All work shall be subject to equal opportunity in employment, State wage rates and all other requirements in accordance with applicable law.

JOHN T. WARMT Director of Purchasing Saratoga County

03/24/2023, 118595

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Purchasing Department of Saratoga County, 50 West High Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 will receive sealed bids until 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 13, 2023 at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud for the 6-UNIT T-HANGAR located at the Saratoga County Airport as per the following:

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A pre-bid conference will be held

at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at the North American Flight Services Conference Room at the Saratoga County Airport, 405 Greenfield Avenue, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Prospective bidders are advised to visit the site and become familiar with existing conditions. All questions should be directed to the consultant engineer Turner Bradford of McFarland Johnson, tbradford@ mjinc.com

M/WBE GOALS EXIST FOR THIS PROJECT. SEE BID DOCUMENTS FOR SPECIFICS.

Bid documents may only be obtained on or after Friday, March 17, 2023 from The Empire State Bid System at no cost from the following website: www. empirestatebidsystem.com

Saratoga County, through its Purchasing Department, reserves the right to reject any or all bids. All work shall be subject to equal opportunity in employment, State wage rates and all other requirements in accordance with applicable law.

JOHN T. WARMT, Director of Purchasing Saratoga County

03/24/2023, 118696

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE TO SATISFY GARAGEMAN’S LIEN

to wit: Saratoga Car Rental Inc. Dba Matts of Saratoga, 300 Maple Ave, Suite 3, Saratoga Springs NY 12866 NYS DMV#:712866 (518) 587-5300

The following vehicle will be sold at public auction 9:15 AM April 3, 2023, to satisfy a garageman’s lien of the undersigned & was towed, stored and/or repaired for RE: 2019 KIA Soul VIN: KNDJN2A29K7008528; Cody J. Powell, Peter M Kobor, Santander Consumer USA, Inc. 03/17, 03/24/2023. 118550/118551

Notice of formation of Houndstooth & Tartan LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 12/28/22. 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: 213 Falsetto Court, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14, 04/21, 04/28 /2023. 118705

Notice of formation of Mud Creek Brewery, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/12/2023 Office: Saratoga

County. Michael Nelson 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: 240 Spier Falls Road, Greenfield Center, NY 12833. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14, 04/21, 04/28 /2023. 118699

Notice of formation of Lindsay Mechanical LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on January 5, 2023. 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: 893 Route 32 North, Schuylerville, NY 12871. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14, 04/21, 04/28 /2023. 118642

Notice of Formation of J & J Acres, LLC, , Arts of Org. filed with NY Secy of State (SSNY) on March 15, 2023. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC at c/o P.O. Box 588, Clifton Park, New York 12065. Purpose: any lawful activity. 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14, 04/21, 04/28 /2023. 118626

Notice of formation of Sarah Moore Photography, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/11/2023 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: 4733 Route 50, Gansevoort NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14, 4/21/2023. 118578

Notice of formation of Saratoga Sunflowers & More, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/23/2023 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: 969 Route 29, Saratoga Springs 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14, 4/21/2023. 118570

JCR Dock Rentals, LLC filed articles of organization with the New York Secretary of State on 3/13/2023 with an effective date of formation of 3/13/2023.

Its principal place of business is located in Saratoga County. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent upon whom process may be served. A copy of any process shall be mailed to 20 Conklin Court, Gansevoort, NY 12831. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful activity for which Limited Liability Companies may be organized under Section 203 of the New York Limited Liability Company Law. 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14, 4/21/2023. 118558

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: DG APTS LLC. Articles of organization were filed with The Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 02/10/2023 Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been Designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 15 Bennington Ave, Mechanicville, NY, 12118. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14, 4/21/2023. 118552

Notice of formation of Safety Brothers Traffic Control L.L.C. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/23/2023

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: 97 Reynolds Rd Fort Edward, NY 12828. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14, 4/21/2023. 118543

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: PBA SUNSHINE, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on March 9, 2023. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 160 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14, 4/21/2023. 118520

Notice of formation of MILLION’AIRE HAIR LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/23/2023 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: CEIRRE COLLINS, 2405 ELLSWORTH BLVD., BALLSTON SPA, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14, 4/21/2023. 118486

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law. Name: REDWYRE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on October 13, 2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: Joseph Corrigan, 455 Moe Road, Clifton Park, New York 12065. Purpose: Any lawful act or activities. 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14/2023. 118443

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: BaldwinDATA LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 2/22/2023. Office location: Albany NY. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 455 Braim Road Greenfield Center NY 12833. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14/2023. 118394

Notice of formation of Excelsior Provisions LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/07/2022.

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: Joseph T. Moen, Esq., 63 Putnam Street, Suite 202, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14/2023. 118382

Notice of Formation of 1480 – 1482 Route 9, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with NY Secy of State (SSNY) on March 6, 2023. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC at c/o 15 Dawson Lane, Clifton Park, New York 12065. Purpose: any lawful activity. 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14/2023. 118388

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY

COMPANY. NAME: HEMPHILL PLACE ESTATES LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 01/24/2023. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been Designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, PO Box 1316, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14/2023. 118375

Notice of formation of Drop Back Clothing LLC. Drop Back Clothing LLC filed Articles of Organization with the New York Department of State on 1/19/23. Office location: Saratoga County. The New York Secretary of State is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served and is directed to forward service of process to 11 Timothy Dr. Schuylerville, NY 12871. Purpose: any lawful activity. 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14/2023. 118367

Notice of formation of Prayha LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/24/2023 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: 184 Spring St., Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14/2023. 118341

115 BNKER ST LLC, Art. of Org. filed with SSNY 2/13/23. NY office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent for process. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o Leech Tishman Robinson Brog, LLC, 875 Third Ave., Fl. 09, NY, NY 10022, Attn: Charles McKeen. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity. 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14/2023. 118297

33 DOBBIN ST LLC, Art. of Org. filed with SSNY 2/13/23. NY office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent for process. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o Leech Tishman Robinson Brog, PLLC, 875 Third Ave., Fl. 09, NY, NY 10022, Attn: Charles McKeen. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity. 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07, 04/14/2023. 118291

Notice of formation of My Move Manager LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on May 02, 2014. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 13 Woodmint Pl., Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: any lawful activity. 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07/2023. 118154

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GRAY HORSE PROPERTIES,

LLC. On May 20, 2019, Gray Horse Properties, LLC (the “LLC”) filed Articles of Organization with the NYS Department of State (“NYS DOS”).

The principal business location of the LLC is 20 Excelsior Springs Avenue. Saratoga Springs, New York. NYS DOS is designated as the agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The post office address to which the NYS DOS shall mail a copy of any process of service is 20 Excelsior Springs Avenue. Saratoga Springs, New York. The LLC is organized for the purpose of any and all lawful business. 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07/2023. 118148

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF JC PROPERTY MANAGEMENT GROUP, LLC. On October 30, 2020, JC Property Management Group, LLC (the “LLC”) filed Articles of Organization with the NYS Department of State (“NYS DOS”). The principal business location of the LLC is 24 Legends Way, Ballston Lake, New York. NYS DOS is designated as the agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The post office address to which the NYS DOS shall mail a copy of any process of service is 24 Legends Way, Ballston Lake, New York. The LLC is organized for the purpose of any and all lawful business. 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07/2023. 118142

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF WIRED BEVERAGE ENTERPRISES, LLC. On August 22, 2019, Wired Beverage Enterprises, LLC (the “LLC”) filed Articles of Organization with the NYS Department of State (“NYS DOS”). The principal business location of the LLC is 2443 Rt 9, Bldg. 3, Ste 301, Malta, New York. NYS DOS is designated as the agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The post office address to which the NYS DOS shall mail a copy of any process of service is 2443 Rt 9, Bldg. 3, Ste 301, New York. The LLC is organized for the purpose of any and all lawful business. 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07/2023. 118136

Notice of formation of Two Somethin’ LLC. Articles of Organization filed with New York State Dept. of State on 01/22/2023. The County within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is located in is Saratoga. The Secretary of State is designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process is to the limited liability company at 43a Robinwood Dr., Clifton Park, NY 12065. Company is organized for the creation and deployment of innovative software to inspire progress. 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07/2023. 118121

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: LEADING EDGE MEDICAL, L.L.C. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on February 27, 2023.

Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 31 Tyler Drive, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31, 04/07/2023. 118112

30 1/2 PROPERTIES LLC filed Arts. of Org. with the Sect’y of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/10/2023. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: The LLC, 8 Huntington Ct., Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866. Purpose: any lawful act. 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31/2023. 118017

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: THE COLLECTIVE ADVISORS, L.L.C. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on February 21, 2023. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 126 Crescent Street, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31/2023. 108011

Notice of formation of Grace Faith and Lace LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/12/2022 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: 24k Noble Lane Mechanicville, New York. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31/2023. 117995

Notice of formation of Rosey’s Renovation LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/02/2023 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: 32 Locust Ridge Drive, Corinth, NY 12822. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31/2023. 117989

Notice of formation of Healing Strides LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/13/2023. 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: 100 Saratoga Village Blvd, Suite 21, Malta, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31/2023. 117975

FISHETTI ENTERPRISES LLC.

Art of Org. filed with the SSNY on 10/27/2022.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, LEGALCORP SOLUTIONS 1060 Broadway Suite 100 ALBANY, NY 12204 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31/2023. 117969

Notice of Formation of Ferraro Amodio & Associates, LLC (“LLC”) filed Articles of Organization with the NY Sec. of State (“SSNY”) on 7/5/16. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to 38 High Rock Avenue Suite 4K, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: any lawful activity. 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31/2023. 117958

NOTICE of formation of limited liability company (LLC) for any legal purpose. The name of the LLC is JENNERATION CONSTRUCTION

LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State (SSNY) on February 16, 2023. Office Location is Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC at 20 Frasier Road, Greenfield Center NY 12833. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31/2023. 117950

ISSAC 10 LLC, Art. of Org. filed with SSNY 2/14/23. NY office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent for process. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o Leech Tishman Robinson Brog, PLLC, 875 Third Ave., 9th Fl., NY, NY 10022, Attn: Philip T. Simpson, Esq. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity. 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24, 03/31/2023. 117944

Notice of formation of Toga Party

Five Racing Stable, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 1/6/23. 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: 210 Regent St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/17, 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24/2023. 117919

Notice of Formation of Sunwater Companies LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 01/11/2023. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Law Office of Stephen Buckley, 120 Broadway #220, Menands NY, 12204. Purpose: any lawful activity. 02/17, 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24/2023.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF 340

QUEENSBURY AVE LLC Notice is hereby given of 340 Queensbury Ave LLC as a domestic limited liability company. The Art. of Organization were filed with the NYS Secretary

of State on 2/9/23. The Company is located in SARATOGA County. The Secretary of State is designated as the agent upon whom process may be served at 20 LEONARD RD, SARATOGA SPG, NY 12866. NO registered agent. NO specific date of dissolution. The Company is organized for all purposes permitted under the laws of the State of New York. Filer: Colleen A. Dooley, Esq. PLLC PO Box 760, Latham, NY 12110. 02/17, 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24/2023. 117860

CASPER HOLDINGS LLC, Art. of Org. filed with SSNY 2/8/23. NY office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent for process. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o Leech Tishman Robinson Brog, PLLC, 875 Third Ave., Fl. 09, NY, NY 10022, Attn: Charles McKeen. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity. 02/17, 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24/2023. 117846

CITRINE HOLDINGS, LLC, Art. of Org. filed with SSNY 2/8/23. NY office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent for process. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o Leech Tishman Robinson Brog, PLLC, 875 Third Ave., Fl. 09, NY, NY 10022, Attn: Charles McKeen. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity. 02/17, 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24/2023. 117852

Notice of formation of Nail and Screw Design, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 12/17/2022 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: 9 Hudson Dr. South Glens Falls, NY. 12803. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/17, 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24/2023. 117840

Notice of formation of a Professional Limited Liability Company. Name: Summit Psychological Services of New York PLLC. Articles of Organization were file with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/03/2022. Office Location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the PLLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address within this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the PLLC served upon him or her is 10 Maxwell Dr. #205, Clifton Park, NY 12065.  Purpose: Professional services –psychology.  02/17, 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24/2023. 117832

Notice of formation of Kaliber Fitness LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 11/03/2022 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: 36 Phila Street Suite 5 Saratoga Springs NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/17, 02/24, 03/03, 03/10, 03/17, 03/24/2023. 117822

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Team Registration For The 2023 Adult Saratoga Softball League Now Open

NYRA Announces Stakes Schedule for Summer Meet At Saratoga Race Course

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Team registration has opened for the 2023 Adult Saratoga Softball League. The league offers co-ed and men’s slow pitch softball.

For fees and more information, please email saratogasoftballleague@gmail. com or go to www.LeagueLineup. com/SaratogaCoed.

Keeve Wins Bronze in Colombia

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) has announced the stakes schedule for the 2023 summer meet at the historic Saratoga Race Course, which will include 71 stakes worth $20.8 million in total purses.

Highlighted by the 154th renewal of the Grade 1, $1.25 million Travers on August 26 and the Grade 1, $1 million Whitney on August 5, the 40-day summer meet will open on Thursday, July 13 and continue through Monday, Sept. 4. Following the four-day opening weekend, racing will be conducted five days a week, Wednesdays through Sundays, apart from closing week, when the 2023 summer meet will conclude on Labor Day.

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Opening Day, Thursday, July 13, kicks off the season with the Grade 3, $175,000 Schuylerville for 2-year-old fillies with the following day to feature the $135,000 Wilton for sophomore fillies to be contested out of the Wilson Chute and the $150,000 Coronation Cup, a turf sprint for sophomore fillies.

Opening Weekend is highlighted by the first Grade 1 of the Saratoga season in the $500,000 Diana for turf fillies and mares on July 15. That day’s card will include the Grade 3, $175,000 Sanford for juveniles on dirt; and the Grade 3, $175,000 Kelso, formerly the Forbidden Apple, at one mile on turf for older horses.

on Whitney Day will be the seven-furlong $500,000 Test for sophomore fillies and the $600,000 Saratoga Derby Invitational, at 1 3/16-miles on turf for sophomores. Whitney Day will also include the Grade 3, $300,000 Troy for older turf sprinters, and the restricted $135,000 Lure at 1 1/16-miles on turf for older horses.

The Travers Festival, which offers nine stakes including six Grade 1s from Wednesday, August 23 through Saturday, August 26, is headlined by the 154th edition of the 1 1/4-mile Travers on Saturday, August 26.

MEDELLIN, COLOMBIA —

Nate Keeve from the Jason Morris Judo Center (JMJC) in Glenville took a 100 kg bronze medal at the Colombian Open on March 19. He earned 50 points and moved up to #98 in the world rankings, moving

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up seven spots. Keeve is still working his way back from ACL surgery a little over a year ago.

Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School graduate and two-time Olympian Nick Delpopolo placed seventh at 81 kg for the JMJC.

Saratoga Live, the acclaimed television show produced by NYRA in partnership with FOX Sports, will return for its eighth season to provide expansive on-site daily coverage of the summer meet to a nationwide audience on the

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Whitney Day on Saturday, August 5, provides a trio of Grade 1 events, led by the Whitney at 1 1/8 miles for older horses offering an automatic berth to the Breeders’ Cup Classic on November 4 at Santa Anita.

Completing the Grade 1s

The lucrative Travers Day card features five Grade 1 stakes and an automatic berth in the Breeders’ Cup to the winner of the Grade 1, $750,000 Resorts World Casino Sword Dancer [Turf] and Grade 1, $500,000 Ballerina Handicap [Filly and Mare Sprint.]

The complete stakes schedule for the 2023 summer meet is available at www.nyra.com/ saratoga/racing/stakes-schedule.

Nate Keeve (far right) earned a bronze medal at 100 kg in the Colombian Open on March 19 (Photo provided by Jason Morris Judo Center).

Photo courtesy of NYRA.

Adirondack Thunder To Host Annual “Stick It To Cancer” Weekend

GLENS FALLS — The Adirondack Thunder will “Stick it to Cancer” with its annual fundraiser for the C.R. Wood Cancer Center on Friday, March 24 and Saturday, March 25. The Capital Region’s professional hockey team will host a series of events supporting those impacted by the disease as they take on the Worcester Railers at the Cool Insuring Arena. The puck drops for both games at 7 p.m.

Since its inception in 2015, the Thunder’s “Stick it to Cancer” program has raised awareness and tens of thousands of dollars for local cancer programs. Through contributions from last year’s event alone, the team donated more than $31,000 to the Glens Falls Hospital’s cancer treatment facility.

“We’re proud to support the vital work of the C.R. Wood Cancer Center with these events,” said Adirondack Thunder President Jeff Mead. “Together with our incredible fans, we hope to top last year’s record fundraising total while honoring the lives and legacies of our neighbors and loved ones. The competition on the ice will be as fierce as ever, but this weekend

is about much more than hockey as we gather as a community to stand up to this disease.”

Following Friday’s game, the Thunder invites fans to Paint the Ice Night, presented by Colorize. With a $10 donation to the C.R. Wood Cancer Center, guests can write a personal message or the name of a loved one affected by cancer on the ice. The messages will be sealed into the surface for Saturday evening’s contest.

At Saturday’s game, the first 1,000 fans will receive an exclusive Adirondack Thunder “Stick it to Cancer” t-shirt.

The Thunder will wear special purple “Stick it to Cancer” awareness jerseys throughout the weekend. After Saturday’s match-up, fans will have the opportunity to bid on the jerseys during a live auction, with all proceeds benefiting the C.R. Wood Cancer Center. Thunder players will be accompanied on the ice by local cancer survivors during this event.

Cancer prevention, support and fundraising activities will take place throughout the weekend, beginning in the Cool Insuring Arena lobby prior to

both games as the New York State Dental Association offers free oral cancer screenings. Fans who participate in a screening will be automatically entered into a raffle to win special Adirondack Thunder merchandise.

Tickets for “Stick it to Cancer” weekend or future home games can be purchased at ECHLthunder.com.

BHBL Rotary Club, Camp Stomping Ground, & Immersion

PT

Host ‘4 Season 4K’ Fun Run Events

MIDDLE GROVE — The second installment of the new fun run series, the 4 Season 4K, will take place on Saturday, April 1, at 10:00 a.m. at Camp Stomping Ground (3430 Boyhaven Rd, Middle Grove).

Community members, families and pets of all ages and abilities are welcome to run, walk or dance through the trails of Camp Stomping Ground. Megan James, owner of Immersion PT & coach of Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake cross country & track teams, designed the fun run series as a way to inspire new runners, and foster appreciation for our natural spaces in a fun, familyfriendly environment.

“It will be spring in upstate New York, so we are hoping for a muddy run to kick off the season!” says James.

Proceeds from the events will go to BH-BL Rotary Club, which supports many other local organizations and events, including Camp Stomping Ground, and Immersion PT’s “Team Teen” programming for young female athletes.

The new trail will tour through Camp Stomping Ground’s infrastructure, existing trails and the neighboring NYS Forest. Participants should note that trail runs in some areas are ungroomed so caution and surefootedness

are advised. The spring run will also highlight maple syrup-based creations for post-run snacking, local maple syrup for sale, and non-traditional prizes, including one for the muddiest runner & the person who brings the “biggest squad” to the run. There will be no time-based, age-group or overall placing awards at any of the events in this series.

Tickets to the event can be purchased through: campstompingground.org/4s4k

NOTE: In the event of extreme weather or extenuating circumstances, the race will be postponed to Saturday, April 8 at 10 a.m.

Photo provided by Adirondack Thunder.

Photo by Chelsea Durand, provided by NYRA. See Story pg. 34.