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Former Blue Streak Breaks 4-Minute Mile Aidan Tooker

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by Lindsay Wilson Saratoga TODAY Saratoga Springs High School alumni Aidan Tooker recently became the latest sub – 4 miler on Syracuse University’s track team.

In 1954 Roger Banister became the first runner to finish a mile in under four minutes, with a time of 3 minutes and 59.4 seconds. This year, Tooker made the notable achievement of running a mile in 3 minutes and 59.39 seconds.

“It was one of those reliving, ‘finally’ moments,” said Tooker. “I was very excited about it.”

Tooker fell in love with running in the fourth grade when he and his father began participating in charity 5k runs.

Running was something that came naturally to Tooker, and his competitive nature drove him to start running for sport in school when he was in the seventh grade.

While running was something that Tooker took to instinctively, his small stature often had people initially doubting his capabilities.

This experience is what probes Tooker’s admiration of USA distance runner Dathan Ritzenhein.

See Story pg. 42

Superfund, Super Mess, Saratoga Hospital Revisits 2015 Expansion Plan Super Headache

by Marissa Gonzalez Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — On March 1 President of Saratoga Hospital, Angelo Calbone, shared a letter to neighbors expressing interest in revisiting the concept of a medical building in close

proximity to the hospital’s main campus at the top of Myrtle Street in Wilton.

The medical office building project was first pitched in 2015; however, it was met with strong opposition from neighbors and was later dropped.

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Spring Forward Excelsior Avenue road closure facing west, with the Old Red Spring at left.

Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos. See Story pg. 11

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INTERVIEW & PHOTO BY: Marissa Gonzalez

Week of March 8 – March 14, 2019

Snippets of Life From Your Community

Who: Daniel Kurylas

Q. What brings you to Saratoga?

A. I work in Saratoga on Broadway as a Financial Advisor.

Q. When did you move to the Capital Region?

A. I went to Siena starting in fall of 2011 and I love it up here so I just decided to stay up here. It’s been almost 8 years now, that’s crazy. I just don’t want to leave. I never thought it would end up that way but yeah.

Q. Do you have any hobbies?

A. I do! I golf all the time. I love sports a lot, I try to work and play recreational sports with my friends and meet people through that.

Q. If you could have anyone play you in a movie who would it be?

A. I would love Leo DiCaprio but he’s just way too talented to play me. I need someone like super super tall. I'll stick with Leo, I like him too much.

Q. If you could meet someone dead or alive who would it be?

A. Its going to sound pretty corny but Warren Buffet or like Derek Jeter because I grew up idolizing him. I read his book when I was a kid so probably him, or one of those two guys.

Q. What’s your favorite thing abut living up here?

A. Definitely not the winter, I definitely have to pick up skiing or something like that but probably the summers, and I really like country music so SPAC down the street has a lot of country concerts over the summer.

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Saratoga Hospital Revisits 2015 Expansion Plan continued from front page...

The Saratoga Springs City Council is currently concluding its work to align the city’s zoning map to the city’s approved comprehensive plan and the hospital wants to be a part of that conversation at the upcoming City Council meeting taking place on March 12.

“First, I want to say that I respect the right of all members of the community to be informed and to voice support or opposition for matters that affect all of us.

I encourage that dialog. We all benefit from informed discussions,” Calbone says in the letter.

The project would include creating a 75,000 square-foot building that’s expandable by 13,000 square-feet and 300 parking spaces. The building site would also include green space.

The projected medical office rental space savings are $750,000 per a year, according to the letter.

“We respect the issues that have been raised since the project was first proposed. However, we, as Saratoga Hospital, believe the upcoming decisions affect the entire community — even beyond our city limits. We have a responsibility to provide the best

possible healthcare services to the community we serve, that is our pubic obligation,” a spokesperson for Saratoga Hospital said.

Calbone believes it is best practice that the hospital have medical offices in close proximity to the hospital because it results in better patient care, especially for patients with critical needs.

The hospital already employs 3,000 people, which includes a team of 250 doctors, nurses and physician assistants providing medical care in more than 30 specialties in over 20 locations across the region. The new building would also include 90 staff parking spaces. Full occupancy is estimated to take over five years.

“One way or another, the assumption must be that the property at the top of Myrtle Street will be sold and ultimately developed. We do not own the property. Any other development options for the property are outside our control. If the hospital moves forward, our objectives are clear.

If another developer purchases the property, those objectives are also clear — to maximize profits,” Calbone wrote.

Calbone says he hopes to move forward together and come to the best solution for residents

Saratoga Hospital main campus.

of the community and neighbors to the hospital.

He closes the letter with, “I know many will still be opposed to our plan for their own reasons.

I also recognize that some will question every word, perhaps selectively quote what I have offered to you in this letter. But I hope any opposition is for the right reasons, all things considered.”

4 Robert “Bobby” Mitchell SARATOGA SPRINGS/ VENICE, FL — Robert “Bobby” Mitchell, 50, passed away March 2, 2019.

Calling hours from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 8, 2019, with a service at 6:30 p.m. at Burke Funeral Home, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, (518-584-5373).

Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhom.com.

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R. Avery Hammond BEVERLY, MA — R. Avery Hammond of Beverly, MA passed away on February 20, 2019 at the age of 66. Avery was the son of the late Robert and Dorothy Hammond and was a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School.

He enjoyed the music scene and jamming his drums in Congress Park. During the military draft, he earned conscientious objector status and performed his alternate service as a hospital orderly. He later attended Mohawk Valley Community College. Avery moved

OBITUARIES Brian S. Patrick

LUTHERVILLE, MD — Brian S. Patrick, 44, of Lutherville, MD, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 24, 2018.

Brian was the beloved son of Ruth and Charles Weintraub of Ballston Lake, NY; husband of Erika Patrick; and the loving father of Steven Patrick and Emelie Patrick.

Brian is also survived by his sister Bridget; nephew, Liam

Patrick-Mollnow; an aunt, Helen Francis; and cousins Pat (Bea) Fields and Adam Fields.

Brian grew up in Latham, NY, before moving to Maryland. He was an employee of the Federal government and a U.S. Air Force veteran. He continued his devotion to his country by being very active in politics having been elected to the Republican Central Committee in Baltimore County, MD. In addition to politics, some of Brian’s other passions included sports, books, and smoking cigars.

Burial was at Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens in Cockeysville, MD. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be directed in Brian’s memory to: McGovern Institute for Brain Research at MIT, Attn: Kara Flyg, Bldg. 46-3160, 77 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02139.

to the North Shore area in 1986 and settled in Salem where he and his wife raised their two children.

With a passion for cars before he could walk, Avery worked in auto sales and service for a variety of dealerships in New York and Massachusetts. Recently he worked as a transportation driver for special needs students. Avery learned to be a handyman from his father. They worked side-byside fixing and building things.

This was especially appreciated at the family’s camp on Fern Lake in the Adirondacks. He also had artistic talent demonstrated by

his truly unique penmanship. His musical abilities were passed on to his two children.

Avery is survived by the lights of his life, son Drew Hammond, 27, of Saco, ME and daughter Sara Hammond, 24, of Manchester, NH. He also leaves his ex-wife Sue Gunby, three sisters: Ellen Bachman of Alexandria, VA, Kathy Foster of Flatrock, NC and Nancy Coleman of Saratoga Springs, NY. Avery was a kind, compassionate and quick-witted man. He will be dearly missed by those who loved him. A memorial service will be planned for later in the spring.

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Dermott Francis Benton

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Dermott Francis Benton, 70, passed away Tuesday, February 26 surrounded by family. Derm was a native of Saratoga Springs and son of the late James and Rosemary Benton. A graduate of Saratoga High, he attended Louisiana State University.

Survivors include eleven brothers and sisters who all live in the Saratoga Springs area, James, Maureen (William) Colonell, Lawrence (Leslie), Philip (Doreen), Bernice (Frank) Grear, Kathleen (Stephen Ramirez), Victoria, (William Van Bunschoten), Christopher (Lisa), Elizabeth (Gregory) Wait, Vincent and Agatha. He is also survived by his eleven nieces and nephews all residing in the Saratoga Springs area.

He lived in northern San Francisco in the sixties before returning to the city he loved. He

would vacation in Costa Rica each year living on the beach where he would catch his own dinner.

He was a painting contractor for many years in Saratoga and had great pride in the quality of his work.

He was a devoted son who provided companionship and was always there to contribute his skills to help his mother maintain her home which gave her great comfort over the years.

He was self-reliant and led an independent life. He had a sharp intellect, was very well read and was always prepared to argue his position on any subject that might come up.

He loved animals and any sibling who had a dog found that his or her pet's favorite visitor was Derm. He also loved thoroughbred horses and his favorite hobby was trying to determine which ones could run the fastest. He was a handicapper whose analytical mind led to success in a field where most of us fail. He will be dearly missed by all his family and friends who loved him.

Arrangements are under the direction of Burke Funeral Home of 628 North Broadway (518-584-5373).

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COURT Mark B. Baldwin, 29, of Ballston Spa was sentenced March 1 to five years of probation, after pleading to felony DWI, in Saratoga Springs.

Travis M. Moore, 39, of Ticonderoga, was sentenced Feb. 28 to 24 days in jail and five years of probation, after pleading to attempted forgery in the second-degree, in Wilton.

Tiffany L. Killian, 36, of South Glens Falls, was sentenced Feb. 27 to five years of probation, after pleading to aggravated DWI with a child, a felony.

POLICE James A. Lorman, age 31, of Watervliet, was charged Feb. 27 with Criminal Sexual Act in the First-Degree/ Forcible Compulsion felony, and Sexual Abuse in the FirstDegree/ Forcible Compulsionfelony, regarding an alleged incident that occurred Feb. 24 on Church Street involving a 21-year-old woman. Lorman

was arraigned and sent to Saratoga County Jail on no bail, according to city police.

Anthony F. Parisi, age 61, Saratoga Springs, was charged March 1 with aggravated unlicensed operation third degree- misdemeanor; no/ expired inspection certificate; equipment (rear lights) manuf. after January 1952 Anne E Cummins, age 40, Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 28 with endangering the welfare of a child- misdemeanor; harassment second degree physical contact.

Daniel C. Gillick, age 69, Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 28 with petit larceny- misdemeanor.

Brian J. Raymond, age 48, Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 28 with criminal mischief fourth degree/recklessly damages- misdemeanor.

Richard W. Doyle, age 56, Ballston Spa, was charged

BLOTTER 5 Feb. 28 with driving while intoxicated- 2nd offensefelony; consumption of alcoholic beverages; aggravated driving while intoxicated- felony.

Michael G. Householder, age 47, Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 26 with driving while intoxicated- 2nd offensefelony; aggravated driving while intoxicated- felony; operating unregistered motor vehicle on highway.

Matthew J. McGovern, age 21, Glens Falls, and Victor A Maffetone, age 32, Saratoga Springs, were each charged Feb. 26 with criminal possession

of marijuana fifth-degree misdemeanor, and unlawful possession of marijuana.

John T. Lancia, age 21, Port Chester, was charged Feb. 26 with harassment second degree - physical contact; criminal mischief in the second degree- felony.

Samuel A. Gendron, age 29, Cohoes, was charged Feb. 26 with criminal mischief in the third degree- felony; reckless endangerment in the second degree - misdemeanor; criminal mischief fourth degree/ damages propertymisdemeanor; leaving the scene of an auto accident (property).

Erik A. Pagan, age 45, Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 25 with assault in the third degree/intent physical injury misdemeanor; endangering the welfare of a child- misdemeanor/ 3 counts; strangulation 2-obstruct breath/blood circulation- felony; unlawful imprisonment in the first degree- felony.

Emanuel Mitchell, age 53, Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 25 with failed to stop at stop sign; aggravated unlicensed operation thirddegreemisdemeanor; operate motor vehicle by unlicensed driver.

Pedestrian Killed in Ballston A 32-year-old pedestrian was killed after he was struck by a car Sunday night on NYS Route 50 near the intersection of Tomaselli Court in the Town of Ballston. The Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office reported their investigation has shown that

Bryan E. Mei, 42, was south bound on NYS Route 50 driving a 2013 Nissan Maxima when he struck pedestrian Todd M. Johnson, 32, of Schenectady. Mei immediately stopped and reported the crash.

It was determined that Mei was not under the influence and no

charges are expected against him in this case. Johnson was in the roadway when the collision occurred. The crash is still under investigation by the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office Criminal Investigation and Collision Reconstruction Units.

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Community Services Director Angelo Calbone, Executive Director Jo Anne Hume and Deputy Director Krystle Nowhitney Hernandez announce that Saratoga County EOC will transition its food pantry to a choice pantry this spring. Photo provided.

BALLSTON SPA — The Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council (EOC) announced that its food pantry will become “The Pantry at EOC,” and will undergo major changes throughout the spring, including renovations, new sections that cater to specific client needs and a transition to a market-inspired choice pantry model. A choice pantry allows customers the opportunity to select and shop for their own food, rather than have a volunteer pick their foods for them.

EOC’s food pantry serves about 700 people a month and will be renovated to allow for a more pleasant experience and better flow as customers shop.

EOC is planning to paint, replace and reorganize shelving, and add a checkout counter. It will also

be bolstering sections that cater to specific client needs such as personal care items, women’s health and hygiene, baby products and homeless/motel food items. In addition, EOC will be working to expand the selection and quality of items available, particularly further increasing our capacity for wholesome, healthy and nutritious foods like meats, dairy and fresh produce.

The EOC food pantry is located at 39 Bath St. in Ballston Spa. EOC is a nonprofit that has served the community for over 50 years and its programs include the soup kitchen, food pantry, rural food delivery, immigrant services, advocacy, Head Start, WIC and Weatherization. To learn more visit saratogaeoc.org or call 518-288-3206.

SARATOGA COUNTY — Effective immediately users of the Saratoga County Online Records Database will notice two new fields in the Index Field of the database.

The two new fields are “Property Description” and “RP Full Sale Price.” They are both easily found in the Index Field of the database.

Previously, the address was found in the notes field. It is now

called “property description” and is in a separate field within the Index Field, so users may find it easier.

The “RP Full Sale Price” is a new field within the database. This field shows the total sale amount for a property and is easy to locate within the Index Field. With this new field, there is no need to do any calculation to find the total sale amount of a property.

Saratoga Spa State Park Welcomes New Park Manager SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Spa State Park welcomes David Guest as the new manager overseeing park operations.

Guest came to Saratoga Spa from Heckscher State Park in East Islip, Long Island, where he was the assistant park manager for six years. He worked his way up to manager at various parks in the Long Island Region for 25 years before coming up to Saratoga.

David moved to Saratoga with his wife and two children three years ago to take the position as Assistant Park Manager.

With twenty very active partner organizations housed in the Park, and many more from

David Guest. Photo provided.

around the region holding events here every year, it works out well that Guest has already been working at Spa Park for a few years and knows the ropes.

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Ballston Area History Roundtable Program BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Area History Roundtable will present a program entitled "Diseases of their Lives" at 7 p.m. on March 21 at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa.

Anne Clothier, Education Director at the Museum, will discuss illnesses and treatment in Saratoga County and beyond in the period 1780-1920. The program is an interactive

journey learning about the illnesses that plagued early residents of this area. For more information visit the website at ballstonareahistory roundtable.com.

TRF Welcomes McLain to Board of Directors SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF) is pleased to announce the addition of Shon McLain, a successful financial adviser who was once part of the stable operation for Hall of Fame trainer, D. Wayne Lukas, to the organization’s Board of Directors. The Board provides leadership for carrying out the Foundation’s mission to save Thoroughbred horses no longer able to compete on the racetrack from possible neglect, abuse and slaughter.

The TRF's headquarters is in Saratoga Springs, where McLain founded Saratoga Strategic Partners 12 years ago. Before

becoming a financial planner, McLain helped in the development of Kentucky Derby winners Thunder Gulch and Grindstone in 1995 and 1996. Thunder Gulch also won the Belmont Stakes and Saratoga's Travers Stakes on his way to becoming 1995's champion three-year-old. The addition of McLain is a welcome one for the TRF and adds to the Board’s diversity. The present TRF Board includes Thoroughbred owners, breeders and trainers, a former racing executive, a former jockey, and business professionals.

Married and the father of two children, Shon McLain is active in

Local Friendly Sons of St. Patrick Turns 67

Shon McLain. Photo provided.

the local community. He volunteers with such groups as the New York State Race Track Chaplaincy Program, Saratoga National Little League, Maple Avenue Parent Network, and the Kiwanis Club.

Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs chapter of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick will celebrate their 67th anniversary with a dinner on March 17 at the Holiday Inn on Broadway in Saratoga Springs.

The group is a fraternal organization that meets once each year on St. Patrick’s Day to honor the patron saint of Ireland and to raise money for local Catholic charitable organizations. The 2019 officers for the dinner are President Michael Naughton, Vice President Brian Waghorn, Treasurer Chris Spratt, Secretary Steve Sherwin and Past President and Keeper of the Shillelagh, Mark Phillips.

Many cities throughout the country have chapters of the society, including Albany and Troy. One of the first chapters of the society was founded after the Revolutionary War in New York City by Irish-American Daniel McCormick. The purpose of the society was to help impoverished and displaced immigrants who had arrived in New York in the wake of the British evacuation.

The first meeting of the New York City chapter was held in 1784 at Cape’s Tavern.

The Philadelphia Friendly Sons of St. Patrick is believed to be the first chapter of the society, and was founded in 1771.

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Letter

Letter TO THE EDITOR TO THE EDITOR As Saratoga Springs Commissioner of Finance, I like to provide periodic updates of my activities and accomplishments and plans for the future to all residents of the city.

As you may know, I am the city’s Chief Fiscal Officer and Chief Budget Officer, so one of my key responsibilities is to propose our budgets and property tax rates.

The 2013 - 2019 budgets I proposed were all adopted by the City Council and have enhanced essential city services with continued stability in property tax rates. Four of my seven annual budgets led to property tax rate decreases while maintaining or improving services. This has been achieved through my unceasing focus on accurate budgeting. As a result, the city’s reserves and fund balances are healthy and strong, and we’ve had a stellar AA+ bond rating since 2013. I took advantage of the bond rating and low interest rates in 2014 and again in 2018 to refinance much Photo provided. of the city’s debt, saving taxpayers $3.6 million. Furthermore, our strong financial footing and my excellent working relationship with all of my colleagues on the City Council were key to our ability to manage through the complex issues forced on us by the August 2018 City Hall fire. I plan to continue my responsible stewardship of the city’s finances as long as I am in office, ensuring that our reserves and fund balances are healthy and that operating budgets continue to fund essential services while keeping property tax rates stable.

In February 2019 I completed an 18-month project to revise health care benefits provided to city employees. We were able to increase benefits provided to our employees while reducing costs, saving taxpayers over $300,000 in 2019 alone. Further savings will continue into the future. I assisted DPW as the Water and Sewer Funds repaid $1.8 million in loans from city taxpayers that were provided by prior administrations. For the first time in our history, the Water and Sewer Funds have healthy fund balances, reducing the need for bonding - and associated debt maintenance costs – for DPW infrastructure projects. As the city’s Chief Fiscal Officer it is my duty and obligation to work with all Council members, regardless of party affiliation, to protect the city’s financial interests; I have always done so and will continue to as long as I am in office.

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from our school district, library, and hospital; Skidmore College and Empire State College; the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce and the Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau; and several local technology companies.

This year we are updating the roadmap and hosting a series of "Lunch and Learn" educational events for residents, business owners, and elected officials in Saratoga Springs and neighboring municipalities on Smart City-related topics. These events have been well received and are bringing positive attention to the city – this is something all city residents can be proud of. I plan to continue my Smart City activities well into the future.

In 2013 I led the effort to set aside two city-owned parcels for affordable housing projects with Habitat for Humanity and Saratoga Builder. Construction began in 2014, resulting in three new affordable homes in Saratoga Springs. We have also taken steps that will lead to state tax incentives for affordable housing projects on South Broadway and with the Saratoga Springs Housing Authority.

My demonstrated commitment to affordable housing will continue as long as I am lucky enough to serve on the City Council.

My other successes while in office include a 2015 partnership with the SPA State Park to oversee the construction of a safe, fenced-in dog park at the intersection of Crescent and South Broadway; implementation of automated time and attendance for all departments at City Hall – adding efficiency and accuracy while reducing costs; a complete overhaul of the city website that now includes transparent budget materials (the Empire Center and Times Union said this is one of the three best websites in the capital region); adopting a mechanism for online payment of taxes and utilities; and, economic development initiatives with Universal Preservation Hall and the Saratoga Performing Arts Center.

Budgeting is not my only responsibility. As a member of the City Council I have led other worthwhile initiatives.

Under my leadership the city placed the 2.5 megawatt Spa Solar Park on the Weibel Avenue Landfill. Since breaking ground in September 2017 this array of 7992 state-of-the-art solar panels has generated 3.6 million kilowatt hours of electricity, providing 40 percent of the city’s energy needs while offsetting 1.3 million trees’ worth of CO2 emissions.

In summary, I have always tried to be an effective leader that collaborates with my colleagues on the City Council and with other community leaders to improve our quality of life while maintaining stable property tax rates and enhancing essential city services. I am a passionate advocate for the city and its future, and proud of what we have been able to achieve.

I thank the residents for placing their trust in me and allowing me to serve this great city. I plan to continue to budget for the present while planning for the future, to ensure our city’s continued success.

I created the Smart City Commission in February 2016 to set Saratoga Springs on a path to becoming a smarter city; we presented a roadmap to the City Council a few months later. The Smart City Commission consists of stakeholders

- MICHELE MADIGAN Saratoga Springs Commissioner of Finance

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B’SPA ELECTIONS: MARCH 19

by Marissa Gonzalez Saratoga TODAY

BALLSTON SPA — After a tumultuous year, regarding Ballston Spa’s finances, the village will vote for two new trustees, and a new mayor, each for a four-yearterm. Elections are being held March 19.

Current village trustees, Stuart Hodsoll and Robert Cavanaugh, announced that they are not seeking re-election this year. Nor will Mayor John P. Romano. All three have held their positions for nearly 24 years each.

Liz Kormos and Christine Fitzpatrick, who were endorsed by the village Democratic Committee, are running as an independent body, under a newly formed party line “A Better BSpa.” Their platform is centered on first addressing the poor state of financial management in the Village. Following that they would like to concentrate on repairing and improving the infrastructure, roads, parking and sidewalks; increasing the tax base by redeveloping existing properties, improving public safety on the streets; and supporting senior citizens.

Kormos was a member of the budget advisory committee appointed by the village board to develop strategies and identify opportunities for advancing the state of the village’s fiscal affairs.

Kormos was also a member of the Zoning Advisory Committee with members of the Planning and Zoning Boards, Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association, and local developers to make recommendations on improvements in the zoning code, which were then adopted by the Board of Trustees.

Fitzpatrick has been a resident of Ballston Spa since

1987. For 16 years, Fitzpatrick was responsible for strategic planning, budget and daily operations, of a non-profit member-driven organization.

She was the corporate-wide manager of employee benefits for a Fortune 500 company for seven years and worked in employee relations and labor/management negotiations for more than 10 years for the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations. She was also a middle-school teacher in Washington D.C. and New York City and worked in social services agencies in New York City in the 1970s.

There are also two republicans running for the village trustee seats as well. Candidates Peter Martin and Rory O’Connor are running under the tagline “Deliver 4 BSPA,” were endorsed by the Villages Republican Committee.

The two sat on the village’s budget advisory committee alongside Kormos.

Martin, owns and operates an 18-year-old small business, Village Photo, LLC, in the heart of Ballston Spa’s downtown.

Additionally, he has more than 20 years of experience managing high-volume grocery stores giving him a background managing large budgets and personnel. He is an active member of the Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association (BSBPA). Martin is also highly involved with the local community by supporting many organizations, especially those for youth and high school athletics.

O’Connor is a real estate broker who owns Saratoga Real Property and 199 Professional Building. He dedicated years serving the village on its Planning Board and the Board of Assessment Review. He is active on the boards of the Greater Capital Association of

Realtors and the New York State Association of Realtors. He is a current member of the Ballston Spa Elks Club and a former board member of the BSBPA. Trustees are voted on separately despite their conjoined platforms.

Larry Woolbright, who was also endorsed by the village’s republican committee, is running for village mayor.

Woolbright was also on the budget advisory committee alongside Martin and Kormos.

Woolbright is a retired professor from Siena College and former head of the Biology Department and Dean of Science.

He has an extensive background

in government service having dedicated many years of service as chair of the Town of Milton Planning Board and the Open Space Committee. Additionally, he served on the Ballston Spa Central School District Board of Education and co-founded the Friends of the Kayaderosseras.

Former Mayor of Ballston Spa James Capasso announced on Feb. 23 via Facebook that he decided to run for mayor as a write-in after his petition to run independently was declined due to lack of signatures.

“After some serious thought I’ve decided to run a write-in campaign for Mayor. This is our Village and we deserve better.

I will be needing a lot of help to get the word out. We can win this.

Please pm (private message) me if you can volunteer,” Capasso said in a Facebook post.

James Capasso was reached for comment but did not respond.

In October of last year an audit from the New York State Comptroller’s office was released, the audit determined that the treasurer did not maintain adequate accounting records and that Board did not adequately monitor the village’s financial condition. No incumbents are seeking re-election this year.

The two elected trustees will join Trustees Noah Shaw and Shawn Raymond.

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Greg Veitch Announces Retirement After 23 Years with Saratoga Springs Police Department

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Veitch name traces a path through city history that extends over several decades.

City Police Chief Greg Veitch’s great-grandfather’s generation was comprised of horsemen and jockeys, his gravvndfather served as director of the city Urban Renewal Agency, and his dad was a schoolteacher in the Saratoga Springs School district for more than 30 years. A number of siblings, including Supervisor Matt Veitch, currently work for the city in a variety of departments.

For Greg Veitch, his career path was revealed to him one day as the teen sat in a local church.

“There was no law enforcement in my background, but like a lot of little boys, you grow up wanting to be a cowboy, a fireman, an army man,” Veitch recalls.

“I was 15 or 16 and sitting in St. Mary’s Church. The priest was quoting from Matthew,” he says. The verse that jumped out at him reads: Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God. “That really clicked with me.

When you’re 16 or so you want to be on God’s Team, you want to have an exciting life,” Veitch says.

“That’s when it dawned on me: that’s what cops do. So, it’s really been a calling for me from that point on.”

Veitch began his law enforcement career in Burlington, Vermont where he worked just shy of a year before getting hired in his Saratoga Springs hometown in 1995. He moved through the ranks of the police department – from patrol officer and narcotics investigator to sergeant and was named chief of police in May 2013. The date is significant.

“Last year, I felt I was being called to do something else. I was on a Mission Trip to innercity Miami and I started to get the feeling: hey, listen, you’ve got to do something other than what you’re doing.” Veitch expressed his thoughts to his wife, Jen, and May 31, 2019 was chosen as his retirement date from the Saratoga Springs Police Department. The date marks his six-year anniversary of his appointment chief.

Veitch plans to continue to teach criminal justice courses at SUNY Adirondack -which he has done the past five years, as well as instructing officers on a variety of topics at the regional Zone 5 Police Academy. In the fall, he plans to publish a follow-up book to his initial publication - “All the Law in the World Won't Stop Them,” featuring stories of criminals in the Saratoga Springs of yesteryear.

Veitch says he’s most proud of the police department. “The

Saratoga Springs Police Cheif Greg Veitch speaking at a Code Blue emergency shelter forum at the public library in 2016. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

officers, the supervisors who every day go out and do the job they’re supposed to in an honorable way.

I’m also proud of the relationships we’ve built with all the local enforcement agencies and the victims’ advocacy groups, because without good relationships it can be a disaster.”

He credits his colleagues, partners and mentors in law enforcement and the love and support of his family for providing him love and encouragement over his 23-year career.

Technology, says the chief, is the biggest change he’s witnessed

over the decades, providing officers with rapid access to records and information. “Anyone in a job 20 or 30 years will see those types of changes. For us, I never would have thought that you would be recording yourself all the time,” he says of the body cameras with which all city officers are equipped. “Not that I’m opposed to it. When I was starting out as an officer, I would have liked that.”

Chief Veitch’s retirement is effective May 31. Public Safety Commissioner Peter Martin will appoint a new police chief.

Week of March 8 – March 14, 2019

NEWS 11

Superfund, Super Mess, Super Headache Soil Cleanup, Road Closure to Continue Through June on Excelsior Ave

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Construction work will continue through June in the Old Red Spring area on a stretch of Excelsior Avenue to address contaminated soil at the Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation Superfund site.

The project area comprises approximately 0.5 acres of land and includes the Old Red Spring well and pavilion and a portion of Excelsior Avenue north of the spring and part of a paved church parking lot west of the spring area.

The planned soil remediation will treat and contain tarry liquid located approximately 14 to 18 feet below the ground surface

in the Old Red Spring area. The liquid migrated to the area via a former manufactured gas plant located nearby.

The Old Red Spring well – which will be retrofitted by adding a new protective steel outer casing - gets its water from a separate deep aquifer that has not been impacted by the coal tar or its associated chemical compounds, according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency. The EPA adds that Loughberry Lake - the source of drinking water for the city of Saratoga Springs, has not been impacted by contamination from the site either.

The work is being conducted by the Niagara

Mohawk Power Corporation with oversight by the EPA, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the New York State Department of Health, and the city of Saratoga Springs.

Excelsior Avenue will continue to be closed to vehicle through-traffic between Rock Street and High Rock Avenue during remedial construction.

City Engineer Timothy Wales said this week that the road will re-open in late June and in advance of the Firecracker 4 Road Race, which takes place July 4.

Should all work not be completed by that time, the parties will return in the fall to complete the project, Wales said.

Excelsior Avenue road closure facing west, with the Old Red Spring at left.

Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

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NEWS

Week of March 8 – March 14, 2019

THE PLASTIC BAG DILEMMA: Working Together for a Healthy Saratoga

by Darrice E. Kelley for Saratoga TODAY

Soon, New York may join California and Hawaii in banning single-use carryout non-biodegradable plastic bags.

The proposed legislation (Senate Bill S8257) is up for review. If passed, we will take a first-step toward cleaning up plastic in our neighborhoods and waterways.

Let's start at the beginning— why ban the bags?

Plastic is everywhere and it is an environmental legacy we don't want.

Picture this. You are standing in a checkout line at a grocery store. A customer is unloading a cartful of groceries—fruits and veggies in small plastic bags; fresh fish placed in plastic, wrapped in paper and secured in a leakproof plastic bag; bulk bin items in sandwich-sized bags; chicken wrapped in plastic and placed in another plastic bag. Following this is an escalating line of foods and goods—all packaged in plastic containers and wrappings.

Then, the groceries are bagged in single-use carryout nonbiodegradable plastic bags.

Ouch, right? I hope so—at least a little bit. I say this with humility because that was me a few years ago. As you read on, think about these widely accepted facts: • Plastic bags cause litter, damage wildlife and enter our streams, lakes and oceans.

• They take from 10-1000 years to break down. Sunlight causes the bag to become fragile, eventually turning the plastic into microscopic granules that can enter the food chain and make its way to the top—to us.

• Plastic is most often made from high-or-low density polyethylene—fossil fuel derivatives. It takes about 12 million barrels of oil to meet production of 100 billion bags— the number of bags used and discarded yearly in the US. • The average American family uses about 1,500 single-use plastic bags each year. Most are used for mere minutes with a lasting environmental impact.

THE DILEMMA: Although banning plastic bags seems to be a simple answer to a big problem, it's not. The Senate bill is grounded in research and good intent. Yet, it raises important questions: What will we use if plastic bags are banned? Should we ask for paper with its own set of carbon footprint challenges?

Can we re-pattern long-standing behaviors? Should there be a charge for bags at the point of sale?

While these questions (and more) need answers, the issue is moving us in the right direction—to be concerned and to find a solution.

About a year ago, the NYS Plastic Bag Task Force issued their findings.

Although the data are generally well received, they are encouraging us to question the issue and find the best approach. That's good.

Consider these 4-steps to help move us forward:

1

Become part of the solution.

Learn as much as you can.

Google ‘the problem with plastic bags’. Take National Geographic's pledge to stop using plastic. Watch Bag IT, a clever and informative documentary that follows an average American as he navigates our plastic world. Explore the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Visit EPA's Trash Free Waters site and learn how to 'Unpackage Your Life.'

2

Reduce the number of plastic bags you use.

Sounds easy, but it isn't. I began doing this ten years ago when my children sent me cloth bags and a heart-felt plea to stop using plastic. I was open to the idea, but it took a long time to break a habit that is socially acceptable. The key is patience and persistence.

In three months, I began to take the reusable bags out of my house and put them into my car.

It took another three months to establish another pattern—to remember to take the bags out of the car and into the market. Now, it's part of my daily life.

3

Know your alternatives.

This is what I use:

They are cloth, attractive, economical, and they hold a lot. Bags like this wash easily— important to do on a regular basis.

Most local markets sell reusable bags that work fine. A while back, one of our grocery stores began giving out a reusable bag to anyone buying organic food. Great idea!

Better idea? Give one bag to each customer to jump-start the process.

4

Give yourself time to re-pattern your behavior.

Consider these tips that may help you work quicker and smarter than I did: • Think twice before you take a plastic bag.

• Keep reusable bags at home, in your office, in your purse, in your pocket (some are very small) and in your car.

• Try to reuse every plastic bag that is now in your home. Or, recycle them. Most grocery stores have a plastic recycle bin in the entrance.

The goal is not to accumulate any more plastic.

• Taking out? Bypass the plastic carry out bag and bring your own.

• Line your household trashcans with biodegradable bags. I buy eco bags in cases, hoping that soon they will be available to all of us for no fee or a next-tonothing cost.

• Tell local politicians you are concerned and encourage them to introduce legislation to ease the situation.

• Join a group working on this problem. Check out the local effort by Sustainable Saratoga.

• Most importantly, share your ideas, tricks and techniques. Help all of us do this better.

And then what?

That’s it. Change is a stepby-step process—the important thing is to take the first step.

When we transform this behavior, we transform our future.

Darrice E. Kelley is a longtime Saratoga Springs resident and founder and principal consultant for EDUHealth Connections.

Darrice can be reached at darrice@ eduhealthconnections.com.

Week of March 8 – March 14, 2019

CHARLTON 619 Sweetman Rd., $165,000.

Derek and Jessica Grignon sold property to Robert Bublak.

CLIFTON PARK 33 Stoney Creek Dr., $210,000.

Regina Donofrio sold property to Megan Walsh and Taylor Bacon.

5 Lancashire Court, $500,500.

Christopher McPhillips and Beth Anne Diodato sold property to National Residential Nominee Services Inc. 5 Lancashire Court, $470,000.

National Residential Nominee Services Inc. sold property to Allen and Adrienne Warch.

100 Balsam Way, $543,000.

Heritage Builders Group LLC sold property to William and Terri Dow. 49 Heritage Pointe Dr., $499,500.

Heritage Builders Group LLC sold property to Hot and Janiece Tran.

17 Barkwood Lane, $245,000.

Christy Manzi sold property to Timothy and Chastity Corwin.

CORINTH 502 County Route 10, $40,000.

Gail Brust sold property to Robert Capen.

GALWAY Mechanic St., $140,000.

George Stanislowsky sold property to David Rummel and Janice Marciniak.

1435 Perth Rd., $200,000.

Betty Keller sold property to Jane Villano.

HALFMOON 5 Placid Place, $94,000.

United Residential Group LLC sold property to Michaels Group Homes LLC. 5 Placid Place, $429,000.

Michaels Group Homes LLC sold property to John Joel and Catherine Dwyer.

14 Hendrik Hudson Way, $365,000. Keith and Renee Christopher sold property to Sirva Relocation Credit LLC.

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

14 Hendrik Hudson Way, $365,000. Sirva Relocation Credit LLC sold property to Clifford and Cailin Estaris.

20 Coachman Dr., $290,500.

Jason and Nicole Duke sold property to Tracey and Charles Tyree, Jr.

5 Cooks Court, $193,000.

Judith Doud sold property to Amanda Dembroski.

15 Pinewood Lane, $255,000.

Alexnander and Kathryn Stone sold property to Patrick Mott and Eleanor Ahmed.

9 Foxhound Circle, $647,500.

James and Sonya Caimano sold property to National Transfer Services LLC. 9 Foxhound Circle, $645,000.

National Transfer Services LLC sold property to Peter and Diane Hoelscher.

30 Sheldon Dr., $310,000.

Kenneth Sheerin (Ind and as Trustee) and Eugenia Sheerin (Ind and as Trustee) sold property to Leonard Distefano.

5 Christine Court, $350,000.

Kevin Duscha sold property to Christopher and Cassandra Spellman.

MALTA 6 Cherry Court, $416,000.

Marini Land II Inc. sold property to Joseph and Christine Kausch.

25 Penny Royal Rd., $269,000.

Stephen Napiorski (by Exec) sold property to Michael Guaciaro.

47 Yachtsman Way, $613,500.

Malta Land Company LLC sold property to Scott Walrath.

7 Plum Poppy South, $257,000.

Chatham Ridge LLC sold property to Courtney and Jason Trembley.

23 Ordelia Lane, $358,000.

Farone Amedore LLC sold property to Michael Cudahy and Audra Teneyck Pimentel.

MILTON 928 Rock City Rd., $178,000.

Bernard Dunn (by Atty) and Robin Horton Dunn (Ind and as Atty) sold property to Edward Harris.

833 Ediface Way, $370,000.

Eric and Ashley Battesh sold property to Amanda Riel and Christian Dela Pena.

26 Deer Run, $190,000.

Mackenzie Zarzycki sold property to Vincent Leone.

7 River Rock Rd., $340,000.

Ronald Shepard sold property to Nicholas Sage and Susan Talebisage.

15 Prospect St., $264,500.

Russos Clubhouse and Catering Inc. sold property to Ralph and Melania Weaver.

MOREAU 1 Laurel Rd., $209,000.

James Darrow sold property to Benjamin Fisher and Aundrea Vasquez.

TOWN OF SARATOGA Caldwell Rd., $25,000.

Robert and Margaret Hall sold property to David and Pamela Hall.

110 Schuyler Hills Dr., $85,000.

Northeast Green Tech LLC sold property to Cerrone Construction LLC. 110 Schuyler Hills Dr., $505,000.

Cerrone Construction LLC sold property to Shane Mullen and Jacqueline Abodeely.

1152 NYS Route 29, $199,000.

Gregg Obrien sold property to Tyler and Brittany Backus.

SARATOGA SPRINGS 4 Leaward Way, $450,000.

Patrice Spingarn sold property to Anthony and Tara Cammarata.

54 Rip Van Lane, $227,500.

Brian and Kelli Mowry sold property to Jason Kokkinos and Jocelyn Peters.

138 Hathorn Blvd., $233,000.

Ina Raia sold property to Corey and Jenny Simmons.

5 Jaipur Lane, $215,000.

Anthony and Linda Fichera sold property to Barbara Applebaum.

81 Middle Ave., $471,500.

Thirty Seven Greenfield LLC sold property to William Turnbow and Martha Rice.

71 Franklin St., $27,000. Vito Soave sold property to William Moore and Joan Salmon.

STILLWATER NYS Route 423 Rear, $3,000.

David Ferris (by POA) and Judy Ferris (as POA) sold property to Michael and Lorraine Cuilla.

13 WILTON 25 Moonglow Rd., $329,000.

Teresa Brisban sold property to Agnes and Jon Collman, Jr. 33 Quail Court, $168,000.

Dorothy Allison (by Exec) sold property to Debra and Kenneth Kroslak.

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BUSINESS

Week of March 8 – March 14, 2019

Saratoga Partnership Tackling Marketing Skills Gap in the Digital Age

by Marissa Gonzalez Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA COUNTY — The Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership (SCPP) is currently surveying business owners in the community to gauge the need of digital marketing skills in the capital region. With the growing number of Saratoga County-based businesses that rely on e-commerce, commercial transactions conducted electronically on the internet, there is also a growing need for unconventional marketing strategies and the skills to implement them.

“There’s not enough talent in our region in the digital marketing space, especially companies… that do so much of their business on the web. You can outsource some of it but you can only to a point and you really do need people in house to be able to tackle some of

this,” said Shelby Schneider, Vice President of the SCPP. The survey asks questions like “How important is digital marketing to the success of your business?” and “Other thoughts on "Social Media Management you need help with in your business?”

“We want a real true sense of what the employer needs for a digital marketing strategist, if they need people full-time, parttime time, in-house and just get a really true sense in how many jobs,” Schneider said.

Schneider said the partnership noticed a skills gap in the capital region; skills that are needed include content creation, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), the ability to understand algorithm changes on Google, Facebook and other social media platforms, purchasing advertisements on the internet, identifying trends, and measuring conversion.

The Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership Team (left to right): Jenny Kelley, Marty Vanags, Michele Battle, Shelby Schneider and Mary Estelle Ryckman.

Shelby Schneider. Photo provided.

Example of survery from The Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership.

“If you probably search Glassdoor, Indeed or other sites you'll probably see opening for digital marketing strategists and look at how long those jobs have been out there," Schneider said.

After establishing what the specific needs are through the survey, the SCPP plans to develop and launch a workforce-training program. However, this is not the first time the SCPP has created a solution to an issue that is affecting the entire capital region.

The partnership helped launch AlbanyCanCode in 2016.

AlbanyCanCode is an educational program that was designed to fill the skills gap between local employers

of software and IT professionals, and local individuals who have the aptitude to work in software but lack local options for training.

The program was launched based on research and the feedback they received from local employers.

“How great would it be… to have that level of leadership, industry-driven workforce development, and having the industry at the table to say this is what we need right now and having the industry collaborate with our training partners or community colleges to support that vessel,” Schneider said.

To take the survey visit saratogapartnership.org.

Week of March 8 – March 14, 2019

BUSINESS BRIEFS 15

Saratoga Hospital Adds Saratoga Casino Hotel Honors Four Executive Director of Team Members with $2,500 Award Behavioral Health Services SARATOGA SPRINGS — Veteran behavioral health leader Janice Prichett has joined Saratoga Hospital to fill the new position of executive director of behavioral health services.

Prichett is responsible for administering and integrating behavioral health services across the Saratoga Hospital system of care. A licensed clinical social worker, she has more than 30 years of executive leadership experience in behavioral health administration, integration and program development. Most recently, she was chief behavioral health officer for Whitney Young Health in Albany.

The new position is the latest example of the hospital’s commitment to meet the region’s growing need for behavioral health services. A key strategy is to integrate these services into the hospital’s primary care

Colleen Carlson, Director of Sales; Scott Walrath, Audio/Video Technician; Alex Tucker, General Manager; Skip Carlson, Vice President of External Affairs. Photo provided.

Janice Pritchett. Photo provided.

practices—a model introduced in 2013 with the opening of Saratoga Community Health Center.

Services at that location have continued to expand and now include addiction medicine.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Casino Hotel honored the exceptional performance of four top team members during an annual awards banquet, held on Feb. 25 in the hotel ballroom. Over 125 were in attendance for this year’s event.

Awards were presented to: Leader of Distinction: Dan Dyer,

Restaurant Chef; Supervisor of the Year: Sarah Kittle, Housekeeping Manager; Team Members of the Year: Scott Walrath, Audio/ Video Maintenance Technician and Linda Osuchowski, Guest Service Representative.

All winners throughout the year are invited to the annual

awards banquet where the entire pool of winners is honored before final selections are made. The two selections for Team Member of the Year, one Supervisor of the Year and one Leader of Distinction each received a $2,500 check and an engraved trophy presented by senior management.

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EDUCATION

Week of March 8 – March 14, 2019

Saratoga Parents for Safer Schools Endorse Candidates for the Board of Education

by Lindsay Wilson Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs School District (SSSD) just began their campaigns for new members to sit on their board of education.

Thursday, Feb. 28, the Saratoga Parents for Safer Schools (SPFSS) announced their three members whose names are on the ballot this spring.

The Saratoga Golf and Polo Club was filled with 150 attendees at the sold-out “Meet the Candidates,” event for the SPFSS to announce their representatives to run for the board of education.

Retired Coast Guard captain Ed Cubanski, Dean Kolligian,

vice president of security of Adirondack Trust and Connie Woytowich, a high school teacher at Colonie Central High School are the three candidates who are being endorsed by the SPFSS. This past year, school safety has once again been a hot button issue nationally following the school shooting at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. Specifically, in SSSD, controversy arose when the school board decided to disarm the grounds monitors in the district when it came to light that the monitors carrying their concealed handguns were in violation of a new New York State law.

While safety is not the only focus among the candidates, the SPFSS is a group that was vocal

Connie Woytowich, Ed Cubanski and Dean Kolligian. Photo by Lindsay Wilson.

about their disagreement with the way the school board came to the decision to disarm the grounds monitors.

"At the time I think it was a knee jerk reaction to make the decision to disarm them. I think there needed to be a lot more education, a lot more research done,” said Kolligian. “At the end of the day they may have come to the same conclusion, right or wrong, but education, research - that's the biggest opportunity anyone has to become more knowledgeable of any topic."

Cubanski agrees that education on the matter is the best place to start when making decisions regarding the school year.

"...It's about teachers and students and what happens in that classroom. Safety is a part of what can happen in that classroom."

-Connie Woytowich "When I get elected - when we get elected - I’m going to ask questions,” said Cubanski. “I'd love to have a survey with the teachers. What are the things we should concentrate on?"

As a current teacher herself, Woytowich states, "my overall approach is 100 percent academic. It's about teachers and students and what happens in that

classroom. Safety is a part of what can happen in that classroom."

John Brueggeman and Natalya Lakhtakia, both Skidmore college employees, have joined the race as well. The Board of Education has three members whose terms will be up in 2019. The election date for the school board seats will be Tuesday, May 21, 2019.

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Week of March 8 – March 14, 2019

Washington-Saratoga-WarrenHamlton-Essex BOCES Lockdown SARATOGA SPRINGS — A lockdown occurred at the F. Donald Myers Education Center in Saratoga Springs on Monday, March 4, at approximately 10 a.m.

The lockdown was lifted at 10:25 a.m. after Saratoga Springs Police Officers determined that the building was safe.

The lockdown was called in response to an individual

student’s behavior in a remote area of the building.

Students and staff members were safe at all times during this 25 minute period. Staff members acted efficiently and appropriately to keep all students and staff safe.

Classes resumed according to their regular schedule.

Parents were informed in a timely manner.

NOT A PROBLEM Odyssey of the Mind Competition Takes Place on March 9 QUEENSBURY — The Washington-WarrenSaratoga-Hamilton-Essex BOCES Enrichment Resource Center has coordinated the 2019 Region 6 Odyssey of the Mind Competition for March 9.

Odyssey of the Mind is a creative problem-solving competition for students of all ages. It encourages students to use their imaginations and work together to solve challenges. Each team has a volunteer adult coach to help with the entry forms and organize meetings, however the students make all the decisions regarding costumes, props, and

their approach to solving and performing the problems.

The event will be held on March 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Queensbury Middle School, 455 Aviation Rd, Queensbury.

EDUCATION BRIEFS

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What Does Cultural Diversity Mean to You? SaratogaCODE 2019 Essay Contest SARATOGA SPRINGS — SaratogaCODE (Committee on Diversity Education) announces its 2019 essay contest.

Saratoga Springs High School students are welcome to enter an essay contest about cultural diversity with cash prizes! Any high school student in Saratoga Springs, including students who are home schooled, are invited to compete.

First and second place winners will be awarded $200 and $100, respectively. Essays must be 1,000 to 1,200 words long and

should address the following: What does cultural diversity mean to you and how does it manifest itself in Saratoga Springs? How do you personally contribute to enhance such diversity in your community?

The deadline for the 2019 contest is May 15. A subcommittee

at SaratogaCODE will judge the essays based on content and form (i.e. grammar, spelling, etc.).

Essays should be submitted electronically via SaratogaCODE. org@gmail.com. In the subject line, please add “SaratogaCode Essay Contest: (Your First, Last Name and Grade.)

Saratoga Rowing Association Joins Maple Ave Middle School's Physical Education Program SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Rowing Association (SRA) is joining the Maple Avenue Middle School Physical Education Program from February 25 to March 14 to bring indoor rowing as part of the curriculum for local youth. Led by the SRA Staff, students will learn how to correctly use the indoor rowing

machines, the health benefits of rowing, and be exposed to a new sport that is usually prohibitive due to equipment cost. SRA has provided the staff, machines, and expertise to help students navigate through this 3-class rowing unit.

SRA is a 501(C)3 non-profit organization in Saratoga Springs whose mission is strengthening

the community by promoting the sport and culture of rowing, fostering excellence and integrity in their athletes, and growing Saratoga as a premier rowing destination.

If you would like more information, contact Emanuel Valentin at 518-490-9715 or email coach.eavalentin@gmail.com.

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Week of March 8 – March 14, 2019

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459 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs www.siskids.org • 518-583-0841

SUMMER CAMP 2019

That doesn’t mean we won’t explore some of DC’s most popular characters as well! Comic strip and costume design will be part of the fun this week as we determine which superpowers really are the greatest.

JULY 8-AUGUST 16 · WEEKLY THEMED SESSIONS SPACE IS LIMITED – REGISTER ONLINE WWW.SISKIDS.ORG/PROGRAMS

Week 5: August 5-9 Adventurous Authors Calling all readers, writers, and illustrators! Let the creative juices flow as we collaborate on storytelling, book-making, and illustration techniques from some of the most beloved children’s books of our time. Eric Carle, Leo Lionni, Mo Willems and J.K. Rowling are just a few examples, but feel free to bring your own ideas to share!

FLEXIBLE HALF AND FULL DAY OPTIONS FOR CHILDREN 3-9

Week 1: July 8-12 Kitchen Chemistry Measure, mix and pour! Using everyday ingredients from the kitchen cupboard, we will be making all kinds of cool stuff. From playdough to slime, this week is sure to be hands-on and messy. Better here than in your kitchen!

Week 2: July 15-19 Penguins and Polar Bears: Life at the Poles There is a little bit of magic associated with the north and south poles, but life on each is very different. This week the children will learn about the geography and animals that live there, as well as the impact of climate change on each region.

Week 3: July 22-26 Architecture and Design What would your perfect home look like? Would there be an indoor pool? A gaming room? Would it be shaped like a great pyramid or spherical? What if you could design a whole community?

Using imagination and thoughtfulness, this week’s theme allows for creativity as well as learning about some famous buildings and structures from around the world.

Week 4: July 29-Aug 2 Superhero Extravaganza This week will be simply Marvel-ous!

Week 6: August 12-16 Mad Science Using our senses and the scientific process, this week will be full of experiments. What happens when you microwave soap? There’s only one way to find out! Bring your curiosity and get ready to find out answers to some wacky questions.

SIS Leader in Training Program for Children 10-12 The Leaders in Training (LIT) program is designed for kids moving from camp age into new leadership roles while still having fun! The LITs will start each day with team building activities to promote a sense of community, trust and bonding. Throughout the week they will discuss and role play the traits of a leader, including responsibility, initiative, communication and preparedness. The LITs will be joining the teachers of the morning day camp to aid and assist in a variety of ways and the afternoon will include time for reflections on the successes and challenges of the morning, as well as personal planning time for an independent service project.

We are building leaders of the future with a mind on community involvement!

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Families

Week of March 8 – March 14, 2019

TODAY

everyday lessons LEARNED FROM THE TERRIFIC TWOS

by Meghan Fritz, LCSW-R for Saratoga TODAY AS THE MOM OF A TWOYEAR-OLD, I am finding myself in a different season of parenting.

The first year is about the basics of learning the ropes of how to care for a tiny person and helping them thrive in terms of good sleep and eating regularly. I wore Charlie in a baby wrap constantly and he slept and cooed and even though I never thought I would sleep again, I got through it and find myself in a brand new season of parenthood.

I am knee deep in the “Terrific Two’s” and experimenting what form of modeling/teaching works

best. Every book or article I read says the same thing over and over.

Be consistent, show no emotion and do NOT over explain. For example, you don’t over explain to a two-year-old why they can’t put their finger in an electrical socket, you simply say “NO” and redirect without emotion.

If I said, “Charlie, please don’t put your finger in that electrical socket because you could get hurt and make Mommy very sad” instead of direct, it sounds like an emotional shame fueled explanation with a side of guilt. How confusing would that be to a toddler?

I think this clear, direct, non-emotional way of modeling and explaining can apply to parenting a toddler or having a tough conversation with a family member, friend, teen, or colleague. It really doesn’t matter what season of life you are in, the most effective way to communicate is clearly and directly without having to do a power point presentation on why you feel the way you do.

So often I work with individuals who feel the need to over explain and justify their feelings and shrink back from

being direct. This pattern of communication can leave you feeling constantly full of guilt and overwhelmed; stuck in a pattern of saying Yes when you really want to say No. The two phrases I hear the most when people fall into this pattern of people-pleasing communication and over explaining are, “I’m sorry but” or “I feel bad but.”

Let’s go back to the example of talking to a toddler. “I feel really bad but I have to say NO and tell you to please get your finger out of the socket.” Why would we feel bad about keeping a child safe from something that could harm them?

When you say “I’m sorry but” or “I feel bad but” the translation of that statement is this: “I’m sorry I am putting myself first, I usually never do because I have low self-esteem and I feel really bad about it because this probably seems selfish so I feel the need to over-explain why I need to say no. Are you mad at me?”

If you find yourself using “I’m sorry and I feel bad,” practice saying No in a clear, direct, nonemotional way. A few examples of this are: “No, that won’t work for me, but I could do the following week.”

“Thank you for thinking of me, but I’m not interested in joining.”

“I’m uncomfortable with your tone, and I’m unwilling to participate in this conversation/ meeting until you calm down.”

“It really doesn’t matter what season of life you are in, the most effective way to communicate is clearly and directly...”

Here is what I have found to be true in the Terrific Two phase of child rearing. The less emotional I am in redirecting behavior the quicker my son is to change the behavior. When I become visibly frustrated, or my face contorts into a half-cry/half-sob, calgon take me

away commercial, Charlie knows we are negotiating and Mommy will likely give in.

Do not negotiate your selfcare and your feelings. Do not over explain why your No is your no. Practice clear, direct nonemotional communication and watch how you start to feel less anxious and guilty.

Remember, we would never over-explain to a toddler why they can’t cross the street without looking, touch a hot stove or play in traffic. The No is clear and firm. Do not compromise your emotional safety to accommodate someone else. Be clear, direct, firm and consistent.

YOU ARE WORTH IT! Meghan Fritz is a psychotherapist practicing in State College, PA. For more information email: meghanlfritz@gmail.com.

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Babies are THE BEST MEDICINE

by Katherine Morna Towne for Saratoga TODAY

“Mothering Boys” My now-seven-year-old has never been a big eater. He doesn’t have a huge appetite, and he doesn’t like a lot of things. When he was smaller he would sometimes go days without getting what I would consider to be a good, solid meal.

But I remember one day, when he was probably three (and he’s always been small for his age, so he was a really tiny guy), he asked me if I would make him some scrambled eggs.

Oh! What joy for this mama, whose worry that everyone is getting enough to eat is constantly bubbling just below the surface! I happily scrambled up three eggs, thinking I’d give him half, and then, in the off chance he’d want more, there would be some left.

Well. He sat right down and ate all of what I gave him and asked for more. I gave him the rest of the eggs, and he ate those as well. Then he asked for more! So I scrambled up three more, and he ate all of those, too.

Six eggs in one sitting! Into a tiny body that would consider a handful of goldfish to be a meal!

When he was done eating, he hopped down from his chair and went off to play and I thought, “He must have needed protein.”

I was thinking of this story recently, because I’ve been feeling

some pretty intense cravings of my own, though not for food. My cravings have been for *goodness*, for the fresh air of wholesomeness after the pollution of what-theheck-is-going-on-with-our-world.

Recent low points: I was reading recently about detailed guides to suicide being inserted into children’s shows on YouTube by hackers, and the related worry about the Momo Challenge—later reported to be a hoax—whose character’s horrifying face is enough to give anyone nightmares. I read a longer, more-detailed piece than I’d yet read about Otto Warmbier, the American student who was imprisoned in North Korea for the alleged theft of a propaganda poster and was returned to the U.S. and his parents more than a year later in a vegetative state; he died less than a week after. I can’t even think about how the Senate voted to block consideration of the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act last week. There are so many things that are horrifying, saddening, frightening, and maddening that are bombarding my mental peace.

Then of course there are all the small bits of violence and corruption in my own home, as in everyone’s—meanness, selfishness, exclusion of others, impatience, and bad tempers at and among the very people I love most. It’s no mystery to me why the world is the way it is. We can be such burdens to each other, and sometimes we’re our very worst enemies.

One of the best medicines I’ve found for restoring peace and hope in my own heart? Babies!

While small children in general are full of innocence and wonder and are a balm for the soul, there is none so innocent, none so full of wonder, none so balmier, as a baby. My youngest, who is six months old, provides that breath of fresh air with just about everything that he does. He’s sitting in his high chair next to me while I write this, babbling to himself and gnawing on a teether, and when he catches me looking at him, he breaks into

the happiest smile you’ve ever seen. Can anyone be happier than a mother whose baby is beaming at the sight of her?

I often marvel at his eyes— so big and clear—as they take in everything around him. I love how peacefully he sleeps, how his eyelashes lay on his cheeks, how fully trusting he is that he is safe and loved. I love how peacefully *I* sleep when he falls asleep on my chest—those are the best naps.

I love that he lets me love him—he’s not yet old enough to want to run away from my hugs and kisses. I kiss him all over his face and he laughs and holds onto my face and my hair with his little hands and neither one of us can get enough of each other.

When any of the older boys are having a hard time, putting the baby in their laps is an immediate mood enhancer. When my husband comes home from work, he makes a beeline for the baby.

Even all the care a baby needs helps alleviate some of the gloom— the burden of a darling baby is the nicest burden a person can have, much nicer than the nastiness and general “issues” adults (myself included) foist upon each other with troubling regularity. I’ve seen babies bring out the sweet side of even the most irritable—they certainly do that for me.

I suspect that the most cynical among you are thinking, “Babies grow up. Bad guys were once babies.” And I know that the particular characteristics I’m writing about here are some of the most fleeting of the fleeting baby age. I still say: if you’re looking for heaven on earth—for pure, untarnished goodness and restored faith in humanity and all its beautiful potential; for a natural high that’s all goodness and no badness—babies are where it’s at.

Kate and her husband have seven sons ages 14, 12, 10, 9, 7, 4, and 6 months. Follow her at www. facebook.com/kmtowne23, or email her at kmtowne23@gmail.com.

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Wills, Trusts, and Other Estate Planning Documents Once you have them, what do you do with them? work generally have a Will safe which is a locked, fireproof filing cabinet, in which they maintain their client’s original Wills.

Why do attorneys retain their clients’ original Wills?

by Matt Dorsey for Saratoga TODAY There are many different estate planning documents that you may want to consider as part of your estate plan.

Those documents include different types of Trusts, Last Wills and Testaments, Powers of Attorney, Health Care Proxies, and Living Wills. You may not know what to do with those documents once you have them. Below are questions and answers that will hopefully shed light on that issue.

Should I have the original of my Last Will and Testament?

Law firms vary in their practice, but most attorneys suggest that they retain your original Last Will and Testament.

Attorneys who do estate planning

In the hands of your attorney, your original Will is safe from being lost, damaged, or altered – whether deliberately or inadvertently. Regardless of your attorney’s custom, your Will is your property, however, and you can retain it if you wish.

Should I get a copy of my Will?

Absolutely.

Attorneys customarily give a photo copy or conformed copy of your Will to you once you have signed it.

Do I need to file a copy or my original Will anywhere?

No – not while you are living.

Once you pass away, the attorney for your Executor will file the original Will with the local county Surrogates Court as part of the probate proceeding to get your Executor appointed by the Court. In some cases, Wills can be filed with the Surrogates Court before a probate proceeding for “safekeeping.” This might be done if the attorney who has custody of your Will is not intending to seek probate of the Will, but he or she wants to ensure it is in the safe hands of Court staff.

If I am an Executor for someone who dies, how do I get their Will?

You can obtain the Will from the attorney who has custody of it. If you wish, you can utilize that attorney to probate the Will, but you may also select another attorney if you desire.

Is the practice the same with trusts?

Attorneys vary in how they handle the signing and storage of Trust documents. Some attorneys may only do one original, other attorneys may do duplicate or multiple originals. If more than one original is done, then the attorney will generally give one original to the client and retain another original in storage in their Will safe.

What if a financial institution wants to see my Trust?

If a financial institution or other responsible entity wants to see a copy of your Trust, you can furnish that to them. Another option is to ask your attorney to prepare a Certification of Trust, which is a short synopsis of the key provisions

of the Trust. The Certification is signed by the attorney and sets forth the key elements of the Trust, such as the names of the grantor(s) and trustee(s).

If I sign a Power of Attorney, what should I do with it?

If you sign a Power of Attorney, it will also need to be signed by the agents you designate to act on your behalf. Your signature and their signatures need to be notarized.

Often attorneys will do two or more originals and give you one and retain one for their records. If more than two originals are done, the attorney may also give them to your agents.

Does my Power of Attorney need to be recorded with the County Clerk?

No, unless it is being used by your agent to sign a deed or other recorded conveyance for you. If you choose to record your Power of Attorney with the County Clerk, it becomes a public document and certified copies are available for a small fee.

What do I do with my Health Care Proxy?

It is a good idea to give a copy of your Health Care Proxy to your primary care physician. In addition, you may want to furnish a copy to any hospital that you are admitted to.

What happens if my attorney retires or moves away?

If your attorney retires or moves away, he or she generally will contact you and offer to return your original estate planning documents.

In the event they do not hear back from you, your attorney will likely turn the custody of your original documents over to another local attorney for safekeeping. If you cannot locate your Will or the Will of a loved one, you can always contact the local County Bar Association for assistance.

It is important to work with a qualified estate planning attorney to obtain all the necessary documents to support your estate plan. Hopefully these questions and answers will shed light on what happens to those important documents after they are completed.

Matthew J. Dorsey, Esq. is a Partner with O’Connell and Aronowitz, 1 Court Street, Saratoga Springs, NY. Over his 21 years of practice, he has focused in the areas of elder law, estate planning, and estate administration. Mr. Dorsey can be reached at 518-584-5205, mdorsey@ oalaw.com, and www.oalaw.com.

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Preventing Joint Injuries dimensions. Fluid within most of the joints lubricates the joint surfaces to reduce friction and allow for lifelong use.

by Dr. Kevy Smith for Saratoga TODAY HUMAN JOINTS COME IN MANY SHAPES AND SIZES and allow us to move and carry out normal activities of daily living. Without joints, we would be rigid and immobile. But they are also often injured, causing pain and discomfort. The most commonly injured joints are the knees, shoulders, ankles and spine. Approximately 30 million doctor visits a year are due to knee and shoulder injuries alone. Some 150 million to 200 million cases of back pain send people to the doctor every year—and many of those are related to joint injuries.

HOW DO JOINTS WORK? Joints are designed to withstand the loads placed on them and provide a full range of motion. Each joint is made up of at least two surfaces that touch each other and allow for movement.

These include ball-and-socket joints like the hip, hinge joints like the knee and elbow, and gliding joints like those in the spine.

The bones that make up the joint allow movement, but it is the muscles that pull the bones that produce the movement. Muscles are attached to bones by structures called tendons. Tendons must be both strong to facilitate movement and compliant to prevent damage to the muscle tissues. Ligaments, which are stiff structures that connect bones, help to prevent excessive movement. Muscles, tendons and ligaments are attached around each joint at very specific positions, with joint surfaces shaped in exact

HOW DO I KEEP JOINTS IN GOOD SHAPE? The movements that you perform on a daily basis are critical to long-term joint health, as are proper nutrition, a healthy exercise regimen and a healthy lifestyle.

Proper lifting is also important.

Moving a joint through its full range of motion serves several important purposes. Joints are not supplied directly with blood as are other organs within the body, so the saying “If you don’t use it, you’ll lose it” applies to joint function.

Most joints in the body are lined with cartilage—a firm but pliable tissue that covers the surfaces of the bones that make up the joint.

Cartilage within a joint is nourished by synovial fluid, which is “forced” into the joint cartilage through a process called imbibition. The pressure within the joint providing nourishment to the cartilage occurs only when joint movement happens. This is why movement is critical to joint health. Grinding of bone on bone without a cartilage covering leads to degenerative joint disease, tearing up the bones and creating cysts, bone spurs and excess bone production.

Proper diet and nutrition also contribute to joint health by providing the joints with enough healthy nutrients for long-term stability and resistance to wear and tear. A healthy lifestyle, one that is free from tobacco products and other toxins, helps to ensure proper blood supply to tissues surrounding joints and speeds up healing of joint injuries when they occur.

HOW ARE JOINTS INJURED? Most of the injuries to joints occur because abnormal stresses are placed on a normal joint. A joint can be injured acutely from a single traumatic event. An ankle sprain is a classic example. The ankle joint is protected by ligaments on the inside and outside. When the ankle moves excessively inward, the ligaments on the outside of the joint are torn. The ankle swells, leading to bruising and pain. In some cases, small pieces of bone and cartilage

with proper movement

may be torn away. Fracture of the tibia and/or fibula (ankle bones) can also occur.

Other joint injuries are called repetitive-stress injuries or cumulative-trauma disorders.

These injuries occur when relatively small abnormal stresses are repeatedly placed on normal joints. The stresses placed on joints by poor posture, poor joint position during the performance of a task, and/or poor workstation ergonomics make these joints more likely to be injured.

HOW CAN I PREVENT REPETITIVE STRESS INJURIES? There are three basic principles that are especially important when considering the impact of proper joint movement: •When lifting an object, be sure that the largest muscles in the area perform the task. The larger the muscle or muscle group utilized for lifting, the less the stress placed on smaller, more vulnerable muscles and the joint itself.

•During any activities, you should be able to comfortably assume several different postures,

to avoid staying in one posture for extended periods. Muscles will fatigue and joints are more likely to be injured when you hold a particular posture, especially a poor one, such as staying partially bent forward at the waist.

•When performing tasks, keep the joints that are being used either in their neutral posture or approximately halfway into the range of motion. Working with your joints at the extremes of their

ranges of motion for prolonged periods places abnormal stresses on those joints and can result in repetitive-stress injuries.

Dr. Kevy Smith is a chiropractor in Saratoga Springs providing non-surgical treatment of spinal disorders and sports-related injuries.

For more information please visit www.MySaratogaChiropractor.com or call 518-597-2064.

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Adult and Senior Center of Saratoga Calendar 5 WILLIAMS STREET, SARATOGA SPRINGS • 518-584-1621 March 2019 Events GET YOUR IRISH ON ALL MONTH!

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

COME TO OUR COFFEE HOUSE PRESENTED BY THE SSHS TEENAGE YOUNG REPUBLICANS

Friday, March 8 • 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Coffee and dessert provided by Young Republicans.

• 3:30 p.m. Katelyn Ginley a 17-year-old singer/ guitarist from SSHS. She performed at Caffe Lena last year. Her acoustic guitar performance will include traditional favorites to Johnny Cash and rock ‘n’ roll like Elvis and The Beatles.

• 5:15 p.m. Mise Eire Irish Dancers under the direction of Dympna Lynch Weil. These dancers embody the rich culture of Ireland with every step they take.

SOCIAL HOUR WITH THE WILD IRISH ACRES STEP DANCERS UNDER THE DIRECTION OF TERRI HUGHES

Friday, March 15 • 3:30-4:30 p.m.

A return visit from these lively dancers. Irish step dance is a wonderful celebration of the arts and Ireland’s unique culture. Lite fare.

LIVE MUSIC DIRECT FROM IRELAND TIM O’SHEA AND FRIENDS

Thursday, March 21 • 4-6 p.m.

Sponsored by Janney Montgomery Scott. Tim O’Shea is a native of Killarney, Co. Kerry and has traveled worldwide playing and performing for nearly 30 years. Joining Tim is Dublin native Pádraig Timony. Pádraig will play fiddle, guitar and sing a song or two. Tim’s other special guest is a local Irish Step Dancer, Andrew Colletti. See Andrew’s dynamic and lighting fast footwork before he heads to Scotland for a competition. Delicious Irish scones and coffee served. Local Beer tasting.

March at a Glance BALANCE AND GAIT

Friday, March 8 • 1:30 p.m.

Free and open to the public. Matt Goodemote, Goodemote Physical Therapy - Have you wondered about what you can do to help your balance? Have you noticed you don’t feel as steady walking as you used to? Matthew will be discussing areas including what type of shoes are the best and specific exercises you can do to help your balance. This will be an interactive workshop and there will be time for your questions to be answered.”

COOKING & TASTING WITH SIOBHAN

Friday, March 8 • 2-3 p.m.

Free Cooking and Tasting with Siobhan from Cornell Cooperative Extension. This month: easy healthy dinners.

Come and join this fun and tasty class!

MUSIC, DANCE & COFFEE HOUSE

Friday, March 8 • 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Performances by Katelyn Ginely & Mise Eire Irish Dancers.

WILD IRISH ACRES STEP DANCERS

Friday, March 15 • 3:30-4:30 p.m.

The talented Wild Irish Acres dancers are back! Details on front page. Bring your favorite beverage.

$2 MOVIE: “A STAR IS BORN”

Friday, March 22 • 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Snacks provided. As his former stage partner and protégé blossoms from an insecure singer-songwriter into a major star in her own right, their relationship is placed under immense strain.

FREE LAUGHING DAY AT THE CENTER - CAROL BURNETT

Friday, March 29 • 10 a.m. -2 p.m.

Watch episodes from her long-running variety series “The Carol Burnett Show.” Laugh along with Carol and her hilarious troupe of regulars — Harvey Korman, Tim Conway, Vicki Lawrence and Lyle Waggoner.

SKIDMORE MUSIC AND DANCE

Friday, March 29 • 3 p.m.

Performing for the Senior Center are “The Treble Makers,” an A Capella group, Raíces a Latin Culture dance group and more.

One-Day Bus Trips “HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS” @ SARATOGA SPRINGS HS

Wednesday, March 13 Power, sex, ambition, greed ... It’s just another day at the office in this classic satire of big business.” This dress rehearsal is performed by the SSHS Drama Club. We leave the Center at 3:00pm. Pay $2 at sign up. Play is free.

SILVER FOXES

Thursday, March 14 Join the men’s lunch group and head to Skidmore Dining Hall for lunch. We leave the Center at 11:45am. Pay $2 at sign up. Please bring additional money for lunch.

BATCHELLER MANSION

Thursday, March 14 Enjoy a guided tour of one of America’s great Victorian houses right here in Saratoga. This American architectural masterpiece is an elegant mixture of small hotel and living history museum with the intimate feel of a bed and breakfast.

There are lots of stairs, but you are welcome to remain on the main floor. We leave the Center at 12:45pm. Pay $22 at sign up. Admission includes a book written by Hollis Palmer.

EMILY PINKERTON AT ST. PAUL’S CHURCH - MUSIC AT NOON

Tuesday, March 19 Vocalist, songwriter, Emily Pinkerton presents “North and South American Roots.” For two decades, Emily has traveled between the U.S. and Chile, playing fiddle, banjo, guitar, charango, and guitarrón, and exploring the musical and social ties that bind the Americas. Lunch at Illium Cafe. We leave the Center at 11am. Pay $10 at sign up. Concert is free.

Please bring additional money for lunch.

CAPITAL DISTRICT GARDEN SHOW @ HVCC

Friday, March 22 Get your first taste of spring, with blooming flowers exploding with color. Renowned for its full-scale landscape exhibits and creatively designed gardens, HVCC is turned into a backyard environment complete with shrubs, flowers, ponds, waterfalls, retaining walls, sidewalks, and lawns. Following the show, we’ll be stopping at Moscatiello’s Italian Family Restaurant for lunch. We leave the Center at 9:30 a.m. Cost is $22. Please bring additional money for lunch and shopping.

ALBANY INSTITUTE OF HISTORY & ART

Thursday, March 21 Enjoy a guided tour of the Institute's three new exhibits: Bejeweled and Bedazzled, Shape and Shadow: Sculpture of Larry Kagan, and Cast-Iron Stoves of the Capital Region. Lunch first at The Publik House. We leave the Center at 11 a.m. Pay $23 at sign up. Please bring additional money for lunch. Must have 8 for trip to go.

LUNCH BUNCH – RIBBON CAFE, BALLSTON SPA

Tuesday, March 26 The Chowderfest Winner! We leave the Center at 10:45 a.m. Pay $5 at sign up. Please bring additional money for lunch and bakery.

ADIRONDACK SALT CAVE

Thursday, March 28 Our man-made Himalayan Salt Environment is intended to reproduce the unique microclimate and the healing properties of the deep salt caves within the Himalayan Mountains that have been used for centuries for their incredible effects. Lunch at the Harvest Restaurant. We leave the Center at 10 am. Pay $22 at sign up. Please bring additional money for lunch. Must have eight signed up for trip to go.

MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL AT WOOD THEATER

Thursday, April 25 Four women at a lingerie sale have nothing in common but a black lace bra and memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, too much sex and more! This hilarious musical parody will have you cheering and dancing in the aisles! Seats are in the first 2 rows. Leave the Center at 6:15 p.m. Pay $63 at sign up. Must sign up

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Senior Support Services COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

Do you need help with transportation, respite, home visits, etc.? Please call Jane at 518-584-1621, ext. 206.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Do you have an hour to assist with transportation, friendly visiting, or shopping? Flexible hours and no time commitments! Please contact Lisa at 518-584-1621, ext. 210.

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Saratoga County Office for the Aging Transportation Drivers Needed!

RSVP - Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Saratoga County helps recruit volunteers age 55 and over for many organizations throughout Saratoga County. We are currently looking for volunteers to transport people to/from medical appointments- van, gas, and directions are

provided. We are also looking for drivers to transport hot, nutritious meals to homebound seniors throughout Saratoga County. Schedules with all opportunities are flexible. Please call Billie Jo at 518-884-4110 for more information and details.

Ballston Area Senior Calendar 310 NORTHLINE ROAD, BALLSTON SPA • 518-885-4229

Wanted: Folks 55+ to Enjoy BASC Social Activities If you’re over 55, a long-time or new resident in the area and looking to meet “young” seniors, check out the Ballston Area Senior Citizens (BASC.) BASC sponsors many activities at The Milton Community Center located at 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa. Residents from the Town of Milton, Village of Ballston Spa, Town of Ballston and other area municipalities are welcome to join BASC. Programs and activities include festive dinners, dances, Pickin’ Sessions, bus trips, pot luck luncheons, crafts,

movies, chorus, cards, bingo, billiards, Osteo Busters and Stretch & Fit exercise classes. Over 75 members attend the weekly Thursday pot luck luncheons which are often followed by speakers or other entertainment. Stop in around 11 a.m. any Thursday. Be our guest for your first pot luck lunch and learn more about BASC. Yearly membership fee is $10. Call Barb Broderson, Membership Chair at 518-885-4229 or visit our website ballstonareaseniors.com for additional information and to view our newsletter.

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Help Control Taxes Today and In Retirement

by Stephen Kyne Partner, Sterling Manor Financial

for Saratoga TODAY IT’S THE TIME OF YEAR when many people sit down with various degrees of trepidation and being to prepare their annual tax return. Ultimately, once the results are revealed, the question becomes, “what could I have done differently last year to decrease this bill?” Managing your tax liability today, and creating a taxwise strategy for accessing funds in retirement, begins with a basic understanding of the savings vehicles which are available to you, and the ways in which they are taxed.

All qualified retirement plans generally fall into two categories for the purpose of taxation.

The first category includes those accounts in which you’ll get a tax break on your contributions,

but everything those contributions grow to become will be taxable to you as if it was any other income in retirement. In other words, the “seed” money is tax-free, but the “harvest” grows to be fullytaxable when you withdraw it in retirement. We call these taxdeferred accounts. These accounts include Traditional IRAs, 401(k)s, 403(b)s, SEPs, SIMPLE IRAs, 457 Deferred Compensation plans – generally the non-Roth plans available to you through your employer. These accounts are useful for lowering your tax bill in the current year, but won’t be very helpful for controlling taxes in retirement.

The second category includes those accounts in which only your contributions are taxed, before being contributed, but everything those contributions grow to become will be tax-free to you in retirement. In other words, only the “seed” money is taxed, yet the entire “harvest” grows tax-free.

These accounts include a Roth IRA, Roth 403(b) and Roth 401(k) – the word “Roth” should be your clue. These types of accounts won’t generally reduce your tax liability today but, since you have tax-free access to the growth in retirement, they can go a long way to reduce your future tax liability at a time when making your assets last will be your biggest concern.

It’s important to remember that diversification doesn’t just

mean a mixture of types of stocks and bonds anymore, it is equally important to diversify the way your retirement income will be taxed in order to have more control over your tax liability in retirement, to help ensure your retirement assets last a lifetime. Contributing to a mixture of retirement accounts can help accomplish this goal. It may be tempting to forego the future tax savings of Roth-type accounts, for the immediate tax deduction available through non-Retirement accounts, but it is important to have a sense of balance.

Here are some general rules of thumb to keep in mind when saving your hard-earned dollars:

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If your employer offers you a match on retirement plan contributions, always try to contribute to the match. For example, if your employer will match your contributions up to 3 percent of your salary, try to contribute 3 percent. Regardless of the taxation in this account, where else will you be able to double the value of your contribution in one year? Take the free money.

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Once you’ve contributed to the match, contribute to a Roth IRA if you’re eligible.

Your contributions to a Roth IRA can be up to $5,500 with an extra $1,000 as a catch-up contribution if you’re over age 50. Contribution limits are more restricted for Roth IRAs because the impact of tax-free growth is so high. In short, the growth is money the government won’t be taxing in the future, so it’s in the interest of the government to limit how much you can contribute.

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If you’ve contributed to the match in your employer-sponsored plan, and you’ve maximized your eligible Roth IRA contributions, then you should consider contributing more to your employer-sponsored tax-deferred plan. Contribution limits range from $12,500 (with a $3,000 catch-up) for SIMPLE plans, to $18,500 (with a $6,000 catch-up) for 401(k)s, 403(b) s, 457 Deferred Compensation plans, SARSEPs. Certain plans could even accept contributions of more than $200,000

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If your employer offers Roth and nonRoth retirement plan options, consider making a portion of your contributions into each type, if possible. This will help give you the benefits of both, and more choice in the future.

Of course, these are just guides, so consult with your independent financial advisor and tax advisor during one of your regular strategy meetings to determine the balance that’s right for you. Having the option to choose between tax-free and taxable income in retirement might make the difference between whether or not your retirement will be sustainable.

Don’t let another tax year go by without taking control!

Stephen Kyne is a Partner at Sterling Manor Financial, LLC in Saratoga Springs, and Rhinebeck.

Securities offered through Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc. Member FINRA/ SIPC. Advisory services offered through Sterling Manor Financial, LLC, an SEC registered investment advisor or Cadaret Grant & Co., Inc. Sterling Manor Financial and Cadaret, Grant are separate entities.

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Lincoln Baths Building at the Spa State Park Saturdays | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

by Himanee Gupta-Carlson for Saratoga TODAY Photos by Pattie Garrett.

For Shane Avery, Saturday mornings begin early. He rises before 5 a.m. to harvest, prep, and bring his tiny little “vegetables” – known as microgreens – to the Saratoga Farmers’ Market.

At 9 a.m., the market bell rings and the greens – beets, broccoli, peas, radishes, and more – sit nestled in clear reusable containers, gleaming.

Soon, market goers surround his table. Often, by the market’s 1 p.m. close, Avery has sold out.

Avery owns Saratoga Urban Farm. The farm is based in Gansevoort and produces microgreens, wheatgrass, culinary

herbs, and other products. Avery started the business a year ago and joined the Saratoga Farmers’ Market last November. His clientele has expanded to include two farmers’ markets and a few local restaurants.

Microgreens are essentially vegetables in their youngest stage, harvested when the seeds from which they’re grown have produced their first true leaves.

“They’re about 10 days old,” says Avery. “At this stage, they have the strong flavor of their parent vegetable and a very high level of nutrient density.”

Pleasant Valley Farm offers pea and sunflower shoots, among other vegetables. Avery specializes in microgreens. His packages include the greens of individual vegetables and mixes.

For many, the appeal of microgreens is ease. They require minimal washing – just a quick rinse under running water and a shake dry – and little prep. They can be sprinkled over omelets, folded into sandwiches, added to stir fry dishes, casseroles, or soups. Avery offers a handout with 52 ideas for using them, one for each week of the year.

He likes them best fresh in a bowl, with a light drizzle of olive oil, salt and pepper.

Unlike sprouts, which are typically grown in water, microgreens are grown in soil.

Avery soaks his seeds for a day, plants them in trays filled with an organic soil, and gives them three to four days to germinate, at which point they go under grow lights.

Three to four days later, the tiny plants are ready for harvesting.

Avery times the soaking, planting, and germinating so harvests come just before market.

They arrive at market 1-2 inches long, bright, crisp, and packed to remain fresh for seven days.

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays in the Lincoln Baths Building at Saratoga Spa State Park. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Baby greens from Saratoga Urban Farm.

Pea Shoots from Pleasant Valley Farm.

Hummus T oast

INGREDIENTS: All ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

• 2 thin slices of fresh tomato • 3 thin slices of red onion

• 1 slice of thick whole grain bread

• balsamic dressing

• 1 garlic clove

• baby greens

• hummus

• micro greens and arugula

INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Before toasting the bread, lightly rub a peeled garlic clove over the toast. Toast until browned.

2. Spread a layer of hummus on the toasted bread.

3. Place tomato slices and red onion slices on top of the hummus.

Drizzle a little balsamic dressing.

4. Top with baby greens and micro greens and enjoy!

Recipe courtesy of My Saratoga Kitchen Table.

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Flash Back Friday

Banana Nut Pancakes Diner Food to Enjoy in Your Kitchen Anytime!

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by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY

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my Foodie Friends. What is your favorite childhood memory of food? I have so many childhood memories of eating with my family. Going out to dinner was always a rare and special treat. My father was a truck driver so he loved to travel and make a day of driving around the American landscape. We would mostly go through Vermont which is where he grew up. He loved stopping at a local diner as part of our day’s exploration.

My father loved diners! The reason is that diners are best known for their history, tradition, an extensive menu selection, large portions of comfort foods at fair prices, quick service served with diner spirit and hearty meals.

Chefs and cooks showcased their occupational skill and skillet set through offering huge portions of comfort food classics, while nononsense but friendly waitresses served as unofficial family to customers with their welcoming ways. Locals, many with townie

and patriotic tendencies, interacted through face-to-face spoken words instead of through technological devices. Truck drivers sat at the counter after long days and nights of life on the road. White collar America, some as business travelers walking briskly over from the adjacent hotel, took that well-deserved break from another anticipated day in the rat race to lighten the day with some homecooked food. Landscapers and construction workers with clean hands, for now, were hungry, immediately decisive on what to order, and needing to get to work soon. They wasted no time ordering food while showing a close camaraderie as if they were brothers.

You see, there’s really nothing like eating at a good old-fashioned diner when traveling the small towns and back roads. The experience, quite simply, brings a wonderful slice of American tradition to the senses and taste buds that can only be fully realized by frequenting these local treasures. The diner is an icon of American culture located in almost every city and town.

Recently, I read a fun article about diners on Reminisce.com with

some pretty funny diner slang that let the short order cook know what to burn, what to wreck, and what to put a hat on. It is considered “short-order shorthand.” As I read these I laughed, while bringing back memories of eating at a diner with my family.

Here is a small sampling of the article. Try to guess what the slang means before you read the answer: Breakfast: • Adam and Eve on a raft... » Poached eggs on toast • Burn the British... » English muffin, toasted • Sinkers and suds... » Doughnuts and Coffee • Wreck’em... »Scrambled eggs Lunch: • Bloodhound in the Hay... » Hot dog with Sauerkraut • Two cows, make ‘em cry... » Two burgers with onions • First Lady... Spareribs Condiments: • Axel greas... Butter • Paint it red... Ketchup • Warts... Olives Dessert: • Eve with a lid on it... Apple Pie • Fish eyes... Tapioca Pudding • Houseboat… Banana Split • Nervous pudding… Jello

• 1 ¼ cup sifted flour • 1 tbsp. baking powder • 1 tbsp. sugar • ¼ cup chopped shelled walnuts • 2 very ripe bananas, peeled

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 200°. Sift together flour, baking powder, and sugar into a large bowl. Add walnuts and set aside.

2. Using a fork, mash bananas in a medium bowl to a lumpy paste.

Whisk in egg, buttermilk, banana liqueur, and 2 tbsp. of the butter.

Then add to flour mixture, whisking until well combined. Set batter aside to rest for 10 minutes.

3. Coat a large skillet with a thin film of the butter and heat over medium heat. Make 2–3 pancakes at a time by ladling about ¼ cup of the batter for each pancake into skillet, keeping about 4” between pancakes. Cook until bubbles form on tops of pancakes and bottoms turn golden, 1½ - 2 minutes. Flip pancakes and continue cooking until bottom is golden and center is cooked through, about 2 minutes more.

4. As pancakes are finished, loosely wrap them in a clean kitchen towel on a large plate and keep warm in oven. Repeat process with the remaining batter, buttering skillet as necessary to keep pancakes from sticking. Serve with softened butter and maple syrup, if you like.

You can make your own diner classics right in your kitchen. Make food memories with your family.

My childhood memories almost always include sitting at the table eating with my four siblings, and my parents. Stop by Compliments to the Chef, your neighborhood

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• 1 egg • 1 ¼ cup buttermilk • 1 tbsp. crème de banana liqueur • 4 tbsp. butter, melted

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kitchen and cutlery store located at 33 Railroad Place to help you with your family culinary needs.

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

Take Care, John & Paula

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

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• Veggie Breakfast • Sausage Patty • French Toast Strata • Spiced Peaches • Orange Juice

• Goulash • Brussels Sprouts • Cornbread • Plum Fruit

• Creamy Chicken Vegetable Stew • Broccoli • Warm Biscuit • Fruit Cocktail

• Cornbeef & Cabbage • Italian-style Meatloaf • Red Bliss Potatoes • Garlic Mashed • Carrots Potatoes • Irish Soda Roll • Sonoma Vegetables • Frosted Brownie • Fruit Jello

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

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

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RELIGION

Week of March 8 – March 14, 2019

PLACES OF WORSHIP *Wheelchair Accessible

Adirondack Christian Fellowship

Christ Episcopal Church*

Galway United Methodist Church

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

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

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

Adirondack Friends Meeting

Christian Restoration Ministries

Grace Church

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

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

Assembly of God Faith Chapel

Christian Science Church

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

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

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

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

Assembly of God Saratoga

Community Alliance Church

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Registration 5:30 p.m.

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

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

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

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

Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Community

Bethesda Episcopal Church*

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

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

Eastern Orthodox — Christ the Savior 349 Eastline Road, Ballston Lake Contact: 518-212-7845 | xcsavior.org Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

Burnt Hills United Methodist Church*

Faith Chapel

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

Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

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

Calvary Capital District

45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-6301 | fbcsaratoga.org Services: Sunday Noon

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

Church of Christ at Clifton Park

First Baptist Church of Saratoga Springs

First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa

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

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

Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church

First Presbyterian Church of Ballston Spa

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

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

Christ Community Reformed Church

Full Gospel Tabernacle

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

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

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

Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Week of March 8 – March 14, 2019 RELIGION

PLACES OF WORSHIP *Wheelchair Accessible

Next Level Church

St. George’s Episcopal Church

Schuylerville United Methodist Church

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

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

Sunday 7:30, 9, and 11:30 a.m.

St. Isaac Jogues

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Porter Corners United Methodist Church* 512 Allen Road, Porter Corners Service: Sunday 8:45 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church* 231 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-6122 Services: Weekdays 8 a.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.; Sunday 8, 10 a.m., and 5 p.m.; Spanish Mass 1 p.m.

716 Route 9P, Saratoga Lake Contact: 518-813-5090 Father Patrick Rice Services: Sunday 10 a.m. (Open Memorial Day to winter) St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church* 3159 Route 9N, Greenfield Center Contact: 518-893-7680 | stjosephschurchgreenfieldcenter.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m.

St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church* 167 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-7411 | stmarysbsta.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m.

Sunday 8:30, 10:30 a.m., and Noon St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church* 771 Route 29, Rock City Falls Contact: 518-885-4677 | sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com Services: Sunday 8:30 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Soul Saving Station for Every Nation Christ Crusaders of America 62 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-3122 | soulsavingstationchurch.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Starpoint Church 410 21st Century Park Drive, Clifton Park Contact: 518-371-2811 | starpoint.church Services: 9, 10:30 a.m. and Noon Stillwater Christian Fellowship Meeting at Liberty Ridge Farm: 29 Bevis Road, Schaghticoke Contact: 518-288-8802 Services: 10 a.m.

Stillwater United Church (Presbyterian U.S.A.) 747 Hudson Avenue, Stillwater Contact: 518-664-7984 | stillwaterunitedchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

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

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

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

Saratoga Abundant Life Church

Trinity United Methodist Church

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

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

Saratoga Chabad

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs*

130 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-526-0773 | saratogachabad.com

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

Saratoga Friends Meeting (Quaker) 571 Route 32, Quaker Springs Contact: 518-587-7477 | 518-399-5013 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

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

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

Sabbath School: 10 a.m.

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

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

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

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Genealogy & Local History Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will meet on Saturday, March 16 at 1 p.m. at the Town of Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29 in Schuylerville.

David Lowry, Manager of Local Government Advisory Services at the New York State Archives, will discuss some of the lesser known records that can be found in government resources in our area. Public is welcome. For information please call Ginny at 518-885-9309.

Trip to Turning Stone Casino The Olde Saratoga Seniors will be hosting a Trip to Turning Stone Casino on Monday, March 18. Bus will leave Saratoga Train Station at 6:15 a.m. or American Legion in Schuylerville at 6:45 a.m. Will return approximately 8:30 p.m. Cost is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. For more information, contact Pat Temple, 518-338-2329.

Regional Schools Job Fair A great place to live and build your career. Instructional and non-instructional positions.

Multiple districts participating.

Wednesday, March 20, 4 – 7 p.m. at Saratoga Springs High School, located at 1 Blue Streak Boulevard, Saratoga Springs.

Learn more at www.wswheboces. org/page/job-fair.

Diseases of their Lives The Ballston Area History Roundtable will present a program entitled "Diseases of their Lives" at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 21 at Brookside Museum, located at 6 Charlton St. in Ballston Spa. Anne Clothier, Education Director at the Museum, will discuss illnesses and treatment in Saratoga County and beyond in the period 1780-1920. Join us for an interactive journey learning about the illnesses that plagued early residents of this area.

For more information on the BAHR, please visit our website ballstonareahistoryroundtable.com

Small Group Bible Study Free Spirit Fellowship is hosting a small group Bible Study concerning the new birth experience at the church on Monday, March 25 at 7 p.m.

The church is located at 1425 W. High St., Ballston Spa. If you are interested in joining this study, please call 518-885-3149.

Call for Artists with Chronic Illnesses, Disabilities, & Caretakers Nonprofit seeks artists to feature work in show celebrating the healing power of art.

If you are someone living with a chronic illness, rare disease, disability, or are the caretaker of someone with one of the above, this is a great opportunity to express yourself and share your artwork. Saratoga Springs-based nonprofit, Beyond My Battle, is holding an art show this May showcasing the ways art can help manage the many stressors of living with, or caring for someone living with, any kind of medical condition. The deadline to submit artwork is March 30. All art must be able to be hung on a wall and artists must be ages 14 and older. Please send a photo of your artwork, along with your name, the dimensions and medium of the piece, as well as a description (approximately 100 words) of how you use art to move beyond your battle to info@beyondmybattle.org.

Mary Poppins Auditions Malta Spotlighter’s Theatre Troupe announces auditions for a June 22-23 production of Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s “Mary Poppins,” a musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film, presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International.

Elyse Young, Artistic Director is seeking actors, actresses, singers and dancers ages 8 through adult.

Auditions are by appointment only on Sunday, March 31 and Monday, April 1 at the Malta Community Center. Contact Elyse at theater@malta-town. org or call 518-899-4411, ext. 305 for a more detailed cast list, to schedule an audition appointment or information about sponsorship opportunities. Sponsors to date include: Global Foundries/Town of Malta Foundation, Agape Eye Care and C.T. Male Associates.

Saratoga Job Fair Capital Job Development Group presents Saratoga Job Fair at the Saratoga Springs City Center on Thursday, April 4, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Over 40 Saratoga area employers. Free parking behind City Center. For more information, visit www.cjdg.org.

Quilt Show A spring quilt show with over 200 quilts, sponsored by Quilters United in Learning Together (Q.U.I.L.T.) in Delmar, will be held on Saturday, April 6 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 7 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn, Troy. The show is known for its spectacular quilts, and includes 13 vendors, raffles, demonstrations, and gift gallery.

There will be four Guild speakers, a display of suffrage blocks honoring Susan B. Anthony, and a popular Guild-sponsored mini-mart. There is extensive free parking and valet service; the Hilton is handicapped accessible. Admission is $8 for one day; $12 for two days. For more information see www.quiltinc. org. Q.U.I.L.T, Inc. is a 501c3 quilt guild, meeting in Delmar.

Estherville Animal Shelter Spring Luncheon The luncheon will be held on Sunday, April 7 at Van Patten Golf Club in Clifton Park. Beautiful silent auction and raffle gifts.

The event starts at 1 p.m., doors open 12:30 p.m. Delicious buffet, featuring meats, fresh vegetables, salads, desserts, beverages all for $35 a person in advance. Please mail checks payable to Estherville Shelter and send to Barb Kerker, 1556 Division St., West Charlton 12010 by March 20. Contact kerkerb@yahoo.com with questions. Make reservations early.

Day with the Bunny and Easter Egg Hunt American Legion Auxiliary Unit 234 presents the Annual “Day with the Bunny” and Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 13 from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at 23 Pleasant St., Ballston Spa. Easter Egg Hunt Schedule: 11:15 a.m. toddlers to age 5, 11:45 a.m. ages 6 – 8 and Noon ages 9-12.

Annual Rummage Sale The Annual Rummage Sale at Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church, 768 Charlton Road,

Week of March 8 – March 14, 2019 Charlton, will be Friday, April 26, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday, April 27, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Drop off dates: Tuesday, April 23 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Thursday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

No books or electronics, please.

Tree Toga 9 Tree Toga is a fun, family-friendly event at which Sustainable Saratoga’s great volunteers pull together to leave a green legacy for the next generation. Homeowners can request a free #NextGenTree by volunteering to be tree hosts and committing to water and nurture their tree during its first two vulnerable years. At this 9th Tree Toga planting day, Sustainable Saratoga will plant thirty young trees throughout Saratoga Springs. Volunteers will gather on April 27 at 9:30 a.m. at High Rock Park, Farmer’s Market Pavilion, across from 88 High Rock Ave., Saratoga Springs for registration, training, site assignments, and camaraderie.

Around 10 a.m., volunteers will disperse to plant shade trees in residential front yards and at institutional properties around the city. After the morning’s planting, Sustainable Saratoga encourages volunteers to meet for a celebratory lunch at Harvey’s Restaurant, located at 14 Phila St., Saratoga Springs.

To learn more, and to sign up as a tree host, planter, waterer, or event day volunteer, go to www.sustainablesaratoga.org/ treetoga9. Questions, suggestions or inquiries about donating to the tree fund can be sent to trees@ sustainablesaratoga.org.

Spiritual Retreat for Grieving Parents On April 27, St. Clement’s Church will offer a one-day Spiritual Retreat for Grieving Parents at 321 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs from 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. The retreat is open to parents whose child of any age has died by any cause, no matter how long ago.

All are welcome, regardless of situation or religion. Very few things in life are more painful than the death of one’s child. A parent’s life changes drastically and dramatically forever. Focusing on the spirituality of the grieving process and the very real promise of eternal life can help. This retreat is offered in cooperation with the

Albany Diocese, and the Emmaus Ministry for Grieving Parents, a unique, ongoing Catholic program that has been serving the spiritual needs of grieving parents for almost 10 years. See www. emfgp.org or www.scpny.org for more information, or call Becky Craig at 518-596-2099.

Beyond My Battle: Art with Heart & Hope An art show celebrating the healing power of art for those living with chronic illnesses, disabilities, and caretakers. The exhibition will run from May 9 – 12 at Spring Street Gallery, located at 110 Spring Street in Saratoga Springs. On Thursday, May 9 from 6 – 9 p.m., many will come together at the gallery for an opening-night party featuring much more than artwork. The gathering is a great opportunity to support Beyond My Battle’s cause, enjoy catered food and drink, live music, and good company. Tickets for the opening-night party on May 9 are available now at www. beyondmybattle.org. To become a sponsor of the event, please email info@beyondmybattle.org.

Free Income Tax Assistance Trained, IRS-certified volunteers are ready to help eligible families file their taxes for free through the beginning of April at Saratoga County EOC. EOC is a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program site. Volunteers are trained and IRS-certified to help provide free tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals, including people with disabilities, those who speak limited English or generally earn $54,000 or less.

Last year, Saratoga County EOC helped over 200 families receive nearly $400,000 back in state and federal tax refunds. EOC is located at 39 Bath St., Ballston Spa. VITA hours are 9:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays, and 1 to 4 p.m. on Wednesdays. Appointments are required, call 518-288-3206.

EOC is a nonprofit dedicated to alleviating poverty in Saratoga County. Its programs include the food pantry, soup kitchen, immigrant services, Head Start, Weatherization and WIC. This is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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This Week’s Events: MARCH 8 -14 family friendly

Bernard and Millie Ducker Children's Hospital at Albany Medical Center will be gratefully accepted. Everyone who donates will be entered in a drawing to win a few fun games and prizes.

MONDAY, MARCH 11 FRIDAY, MARCH 8 Fish Fry Fridays Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 south of the Village of Victory 4:30 - 7 p.m. | Fish Fry will continue every Friday through April 19. All are welcome, members and non-members. Menu: Fish Fry, Chicken Fry, Clam Fry, Popcorn Shrimp Fry, Buffalo Shrimp, Chowder, ask about our extras and beverages. You are welcome to eat in at our club house or call ahead for take-out. 518-695-3917.

Fish Fry Fridays The Knights of Columbus 246, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs | 5 - 8 p.m.

Dinner will include a generous portion of Haddock (either fried or baked), French fries, cole slaw, tartar sauce, and cocktail sauce for the cost of $12 ($1 extra for takeout). Also available for purchase will be fried clams, New England clam chowder, macaroni and cheese, and dessert. All events are open to the public and families are always welcome. Your support of these events helps the Knights to continue to support our local schools and other charitable causes within the commu-nity.

SATURDAY, MARCH 9 Third Annual Schuylerville Fundraiser American Legion, 6 Clancy St., Schuylerville 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | There will be local vendors, basket raffles, 50/50, face painting and lunch from 11a.m. – 2 p.m.

Free Lunch Malta Ridge United Methodist Church, 729 Malta Ave., Malta Ridge 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch will be served at no charge. All are welcome.

For additional information or directions, please call the church at 518-581-0210.

Ballston Area Seniors Monthly Dance Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa 7 – 10 p.m. | Featuring Vintage Country Band. Dances are open to the public.

Plenty of parking. $5 entrance fee for non-menbers. Member are asked to bring a snack to be shared. Check out our web page, www.ballstonareaseniors.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 10 All You Can Eat Breakfast Ballston Spa Elks Lodge, 10 Hamilton St., Ballston Spa 8 – 11 a.m. | The buffet includes scrambled eggs, French toast, pancakes, sausage, homefries along with eggs and omelets cooked to order and a special of sausage, biscuits and gravy. Adults $7, Seniors $6 and children 10 and under $5.

Monthly Breakfast Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 South of the village of Victory 8 – 11 a.m. | Eggs cooked to order, bacon, sausage, toast (white or wheat), pancakes (regular, blueberry, buck-wheat, apple cinnamon), French toast, home fries, orange juice, coffee, tea, hot chocolate. Cost: Adult $8, Child $4. Everyone welcome.

Lenten Bible Study Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church, 768 Charlton Rd., Charlton | 9 – 9:45 a.m.

The study will continue through April 21.

The book, "The Upper Room Disciplines 2019: A Book of Daily Devotions" will be used and may be ordered from Amazon either Kindle or paper version. The link to order is: www.amazon.com/Upper-Roomebook/dp/B07FPTC3YC. Come prepare for Easter. Visit our website at www. charltonfreehold.org. For questions contact the church at office@charltonfreehold.org.

Tang Family Saturdays

Community Board Game Night

Tang Teaching Museum, Skidmore Campus, Saratoga Springs | 2 – 3:30 p.m.

Suitable for children ages 5 and up with their adult companions. Programs include a brief tour of a current Tang exhibition followed by a hands-on art activity. Free and open to the public. Reservations are strongly suggested. For reservations and information, call 518-580-8080.

Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway Saratoga Springs | 3 – 6 p.m.

The event will be hosted by Joined by Gaming, whose mission is to draw attention to programs that help this world become better for gamers and nongamers, and to create an environment of equality and positivity. Drop by to play. Lots of great family-friendly games will be provided. This is a free event, but donations to help support the kids at the

Comhaltas: Traditional Irish Music and Dance Saratoga Springs Public Library, H. Dutcher Community Room | 7 – 8:15 p.m.

Step dancing, set dancing, jigs reels and songs. This the season, so come on down and join the fun. Free and open to all. For more events at the library, visit www.sspl.org.

TUESDAY, MARCH 12 Love Your Pets Luncheon with John Gray Longfellows Inn & Restaurant, 500 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs Noon – 2 p.m. | John will talk about his new children’s book “Keller’s Heart.” John is a journalist and writer and an avid animal lover. John will sign and personalize his book, “Keller’s Heart” for you and your loved ones.

Our inspirational speaker, Sharon Haggar from East Syracuse, will share her life’s story.

Come early for good seats. Lunch choices are Corned beef and Cabbage or Sweet & Sour Asian Stir Fry. Cost is $19 inclusive.

Reservations are necessary by March 8. Call Ellie at 518-584-3779 or Anita at 518-5834043. Luncheon is sponsored by Christian Women’s Connection of Saratoga.

Monsenor: The Last Journey of Oscar Romer Old Saratoga Reformed Church, 48 Pearl St., Schuylerville | Noon – 1 p.m.

The focus will be on the life and work of Bishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador. A part of a DVD entitled “Monsenor: The Last Journey of Oscar Romer” will be shown each Tuesday through April 2, with information and discussion following. Bring your own lunch; beverages, cookies and fruit will be provided. Handicapped Accessible. For more information call 518-695-3479. www.oldsaratoga.rcachurches.org. All are welcome.

Narcan Training

Healing Springs Recovery Center, 125 High Rock Ave., Saratoga Springs 6 - 7 p.m. | Rear parking lot, enter at blue awning. For all community members, regardless of level of understanding/ knowledge about opioid overdose. Learn the signs and symptoms of heroin and opioid overdose Learn how to use Nalozone (Narcan) nasal spray to respond to an overdose situation Receive a free Intranasal Naloxone (Narcan) kit. To register or for more information contact 518-306-3048.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13 Lenten Lunches First Baptist Church, 11 Glenridge Rd., Rexford | Noon – 1 p.m.

The public is encouraged to attend each Wednesday through April 17. A special speaker each week. Donations are suggested. The event is open seating event, but reservations must be made by Sunday of the week you plan to attend by calling the church office at 518-399-2220, ext. 101 or by emailing office@faithcrossroads.org.

Cancer Support Group Saratoga Hospital, 211 Church St., Saratoga Springs | Noon – 1 p.m.

The cancer support group is a safe container to explore common physical, financial, emotional, cognitive, developmental, familial and spiritual issues. Pierre is a survivor of stage 4 cancer, diagnosed in 2001 and given a few months to live. He has been dedicating a large part of his life since then to supporting people on their journeys with cancer. Call Pierre at 413-992-7012 to register.

Saint Patrick’s Day Celebration Dinner Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Menu: Soup, corned beef, baked ham, potatoes, cabbage, seasonal vegetables, rolls and butter, dessert, coffee and tea.

Donation requested, $12 adults, $11 seniors (62 years) and military (active or retired), $8 children 5-12, children under 5 free. $12 all take-outs. Cash bar available.

Call 518-584-2585 for more information.

Ballston Area Seniors Pickin’ Sessions Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa | 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Free to the public, ample free parking and please bring a snack to be shared. Amateur and/or professional musicians. We are having not 1 but 2 Pickin sessions, one on the second Wednesday of the month and another one on the fourth Wednesday. So, come listen or bring an instrument and play along. Visit www.ballstonareaseniors.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 14 Korean War Veterans Association Luncheon Parting Glass Restaurant, 40 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs | Noon Ordering will be off the menu. Hosts are Jean and Paul Nolan. Please sign up at the meeting or call 518-893-3379 by March 12.

Veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War, in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, friends and relatives are all invited to attend. For further information or an application to join, please contact Comm.

Roger Calkins at 518-584-3037.

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ALBANY — Skyloft NY, a 16,000 square foot restaurant, bar and live music venue will be opening at Crossgates April 25.

According to a press release, the music club includes a massive stage, main dining area, and three bars. The entertainment venue features state-of-the-art technology with a 20-foot LED Wall Screen, impressive concert

BALLSTON SPA — Submit your work for the inaugural juried show of the Ballston Spa Public Library’s “Art in the Library” Exhibit Series, “A Road Less Traveled: Landscapes Through Life.” Artists, in and around Ballston Spa are welcome to enter.

This is a juried show of 2-dimensional work, including: oil and acrylic paintings, watercolors, drawings and works on paper and mixed media. Photography and digital imagery are not being accepted into this show. All works must be framed. Works on paper must be under glass or plexiglass.

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age appropriate, family-friendly imagery. No exceptions.

There is no entry fee. Works must be for sale and 25 percent of sale price will go to the library.

Prizes: Grand Prize - $200. 1st Place Oil/Acrylic Painting - $150.

1st Place Works on Paper - $150.

2nd Place Any Medium - $100.

3rd Place Any Medium- $50.

Applications can be found at BSPL.SALS.EDU. For more information email: BSPL12020@ gmail.com or call the Ballston Spa Public Library, 21 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa at 518-885-5022.

Submission Deadline: March 29. Notification: April 16. Drop off: May 7-11. Reception: May 18.

lighting and a top-of-the-line sound system. SKYLOFT NY was created by the owners of Daryl’s House Club in Pawling, and Skyloft in Laguna Beach, California.

A series of live shows, beginning April 25 have been announced on the company website at: skyloftny.com.

A plethora of cover/tribute bands are slated to appear

including: Eaglemania – The Eagles (May 3); Kashmir – Led Zeppelin (May 10); Kick- The INXS Experience (June 23); Pettybreakers – Tom Petty (Oct. 17) and Journeyman – a Tribute to Eric Clapton (Oct. 20).

On the original music front, X, who hail from Los Angeles, perform May 24, the Outlaws on June 14, and John Waite on Oct. 12.

Marcia Ball, Robert Cray Headline Upcoming Shows at The Egg

Marcia Ball will perform at The Egg Saturday, March 9.

ALBANY — Marcia Ball and Sonny Landreth will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at The Egg on as part of the American Roots and Branches concert series.

A double bill of electric blues, roadhouse R&B, rocking boogiewoogie, and swampy ballads featuring the soulful singing and barrelhouse piano of Marcia Ball and her band and slide guitar virtuoso Sonny Landreth and his power trio.

Tickets to the performance are $36 and are currently available

Robert Cray will perform at The Egg Wednesday, March 13.

at The Egg Box Office at the Empire State Plaza, by telephone by calling 518-473-1845 or online at www.theegg.org.

Robert Cray and Joe Louis Walker will perform at The Egg on Wednesday, March 13.

Two contemporary blues masters bring their soulful vocals, stinging guitar solos and smoking hot bands to The Egg for this electrifying double bill! Robert Cray has been bridging the lines between blues, soul and R&B for the past

four decades, with five Grammy wins, a Blues Hall of Fame inductee, recipient of the Americana Lifetime achievement award, countless tours and over 20 acclaimed albums. The boundary-pushing powerhouse of modern blues Joe Louis Walker opens the show.

Tickets to the performance are $38.50 and $34.50 and are currently available at The Egg Box Office at the Empire State Plaza, by telephone at 518-473-1845 or online at www.theegg.org.

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Slipknot Back at SPAC

Luke Bryan at SPAC to Coincide with Opening Day at The Track

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Luke Bruan will bring his Sunset Repeat Tour to Saratoga Performing Arts Center July 11.

Also appearing are special guests Cole Swindell, and Jon Langston.

Tickets are: $38.50 to $133.50,

Slipknot, performing at SPAC in 2016. Photo by SuperSource Media, LLC.

this Summer

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Slipknot, who last performed at SPAC with Marilyn Manson in the summer of 2016, returns to the Saratoga Performing Arts stage Aug. 21 to headline Knotfest Roadshow 2019.

Special guest performers include: Volbeat, Gojira, and Behemoth. Start time is 5:30 p.m.

Tickets cost $39.50 to $129.50 and are available online at LiveNation.com, Ticketmaster. com or Charge By Phone at 1-800-745-3000.

are subject to service charges, and are available online at LiveNation. com, Ticketmaster.com or Charge

By Phone at 1-800-745-3000.

Note: July 11 coincidentally marks this year’s early start date at Saratoga Race Course.

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Oldest Congregation in Saratoga Springs Receives Grant, Seeks Restoration of Stained Glass Windows

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LWV Saratoga Stages Suffragist Story March 23 SARATOGA SPRINGS — The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County will present a theatrical performance, “Meet Carrie Chapman Catt,” from 9 a.m. to noon on March 23 at the Inn at Saratoga, 231 Broadway.

The performance, which includes a breakfast, will feature Linda McKenney who will assume the character of Carrie Chapman

Catt. Catt, an early suffragist, was the founder of both the League of Women Voters of NY State in 1919 and the League of Women Voters of the US in 1920.

This is the latest in the yearly historical reenactments which the LWV of Saratoga County provides for local audiences. For more information about the event and tickets, go to: www.lwvsaratoga.org.

Carrie Chapman Catt. Photo provided.

TV’s “American Pickers” to SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Alfred Z. Solomon Charitable Trust has given a $25,000 grant to the First Baptist Church to support the restoration of its stained glass windows.

The First Baptist Church is the oldest congregation in Saratoga Springs, founded in 1793. The Greek Revival church at 45 Washington St. was built in 1855, to replace the original church on the site.

In 2018, the congregation of 30 members undertook a capital campaign to restore the windows, installed in 1906, most in need of repair.

The congregation partnered with the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation to raise $50,000 for phase one to restore the character defining features of this landmark historic building. “The Foundation felt it was important to assist the congregation with preserving their historic building that so many in the community appreciate,” said Samantha Bosshart, executive director of the Preservation Foundation.

The $25,000 gift from the Alfred Z. Solomon Charitable Trust will underwrite the restoration of the Hewitt window in the sanctuary. With this most

recent grant, the congregation has nearly reached its $50,000 goal, which will include the Good Shepherd and two Lady in Aid windows located on the primary façade as well as the Granger and Hewitt windows in the sanctuary. In addition, all five windows will receive new vented glass protection.

The church is home of the congregation of the First Baptist Church and the congregation of Terra Nova. Both churches host a variety of mission and social services at the building and work with adult and youth homeless populations, community self-help groups, and the women’s shelter.

The project is anticipated to start in April. The congregation seeks to raise an additional $2,000 to meet its goal.

Anyone interested in making a contribution to help the church reach its goal can do so through the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation either by phone 518-587-5030 or online at www. saratogapreservation.org (please note “FBC” under donation note).

For more information about the restoration or to schedule a tour of the sanctuary, contact the First Baptist Church 518-584-6301.

Film In New York and Seek Regional “Hidden Treasures”

The History Channel’s “American Pickers” are coming to New York in May. Photo provided.

NEW YORK — Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz, and their team return to New York in May when they plan to film episodes of the series American Pickers throughout the region.

The documentary series explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on the History

Channel and follows pickers Mike and Frank as they hunt for America’s most valuable antiques.

American Pickers is looking for leads to explore regional hidden treasures.

From the show’s casting associate producer: If you or someone you know has

a large, private collection or accumulation of antiques that the Pickers can spend the better part of the day looking through, send us your name, phone number, location and description of the collection with photos to: americanpickers@cineflix.com or call 855-OLD-RUST.

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Super Dark Collective: Motherhood in Saratoga Monday

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arCtiC (pG-13) SARATOGA SPRINGS — By day, the guitarist works at a craft brewery, the bass player as an arts administrator and the drummer at an integrated pest management solution company that targets invasive species in different countries. Collectively, the musical trio Motherhood has a new 9-song album, “Dear Bongo,” released on March 1 and is embarking on a six-week tour that travels from New York City to Vancouver.

On Monday, March 11, Motherhood performs at Desperate Annie's on Caroline Street as part of the Super Dark Collective concert series. Local bands Paradox Saints (psych rock), and Ramblers Home (gypsy bluegrass), will also perform. Showtime is 9:30 p.m.

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LEGAL NOTICES SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT, COUNTY OF SARATOGA INDEX NUMBER: 2019336 DATE FILED: February 1, 2019 CAPITAL COMMUNICATIONS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, -against- “THE JEANNE M. DZIUBA, A/K/A JEANNE MARIE DZIUBA ESTATE DEFENDANTS” (said name being fictitious, it being the intention of the plaintiff to designate thereby any and all persons or entities not specifically named and joined as a party defendant herein who are the heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, legatees, assignors, lienors, creditors and successors in interest of Jeanne M. Dziuba a/k/a Jeanne Marie Dziuba, deceased, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through the said Jeanne M. Dziuba a/k/a Jeanne Marie Dziuba, deceased, or under by or through any distributees or heir at law of the said Jeanne M. Dziuba a/k/a Jeanne Marie Dziuba, deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to t he premises described in the Complaint herein, and the respective husbands or widowers, wives and widows of said person(s), if any, all of whose names are unknown to Plaintiff); TONI CELINA CWIERTNIEWSKI, an individual, residing at 25 Harris Road, Waterford, New York 12188; JANA PATRICIA CWIERTNIEWSKI, an individual, residing at 25 Harris Road, Waterford, New York 12188; SETON HEALTH AT SCHUYLER RIDGE RESIDENTIAL HEALTH CARE, a not-for-profit corporation, having offices at 1 Abele Blvd., Clifton Park, New York 12065; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, W.A. Harriman Campus, Building 9, Albany, New York 12227; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 95 Pennsylvania Avenue N.W., Washington, D.C. 20530; and “JOHN/JANE DOE 1” through “JOHN/JANE DOE 10”, (said last ten names being fictitious,

it being the intention of Plaintiff to designate any and all other tenants, occupants or other persons or entities having or claiming an interest in the real property wh i ch is the subject of this action, whose identity is not presently known to Plaintiff), Defendants. TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the amended complaint in the above action and to serve a copy of your answer on the plaintiff’s attorneys within twenty (20) days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State of New York. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the amended complaint. Saratoga County is designated as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the mortgaged premises in this action at 25 Harris Road, Town of Halfmoon, in the County of Saratoga, St a te of New York. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered, and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND

BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. ORDER AUTHORIZING SERVICE: The foregoing Supplemental Summons

is served upon you pursuant to an order of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of Saratoga (Hon. James A. Murphy), dated the 11th day of February 2019. NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT: The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage lien upon and against the premises in Saratoga County, New York located at, and commonly known as 25 Harris Road, Town of Halfmoon, New York (Tax Map No. 279.-2-40) and the fixtures, improvements, appurtenances and personally thereon and thereto (the “Mortgaged Premises”), more particularly described in that certain mortgage executed by Jeanne M. Dziuba a/k/a Jeanne Marie Dziuba to Capital Communications Federal Credit Union to secure the payment of the sum of $126,000.00, which mortgage is dated April 13, 2013 and recorded in the Saratoga County Clerk’s Office on April 25, 2013 as Instrument No. 2013017766 (the “Mortgage”). The relief sought in this action is a Final Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, directing the sale of the Mortgaged Premises to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage. Help for Homeowners in Foreclosure New York State Law requires that we send you this notice about the foreclosure process. Please read it carefully.

Summo n s and Complaint You are in danger of losing your home. If you fail to respond to the summons and complaint in this foreclosure action, you may lose your home.

Please read the summons and complaint carefully. You should immediately contact an attorney or your local legal aid office to obtain advice on how to protect yourself. Sources of Information and Assistance The State encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid office, there are government agencies and non-profit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the

toll-free helpline maintained by the New York State Department of Financial Services at (800) 3423736 or visit the Department’s website at www.dfs.ny.gov. RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS, YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED T O LEAVE YOUR HOME AT THIS TIME. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO STAY IN YOUR HOME DURING THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME UNLESS AND UNTIL YOUR PROPERTY IS SOLD AT AUCTION PURSUANT TO A JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AND SALE. REGARDLESS OF WHETHER YOU CHOOSE TO REMAIN IN YOUR HOME, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR PROPERTY AND PAY PROPERTY TAXES IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE AND LOCAL LAW. Foreclosure Rescue Scams Be careful of people who approach you with offers to “save” your home. There are individuals who watch for notices of foreclosure actions in order to unfairly profit from a homeowner’s distress. You should be extremely careful about any such promises and any suggestions that you pay them a fee or sign over your deed.

State law requires anyone offering such services for profit to enter into a contract which fully describes the services they will perform and fees they will charge, and which prohibits them from taking any money from you u n til they have completed all such promised services. DATED: February 20, 2019 CARTER, CONBOY, CASE, BLACKMORE, MALONEY & LAIRD, P.C. MICHAEL J. CATALFIMO, ESQ. Attorneys For Plaintiff 20 Corporate Woods Boulevard Albany, New York 12211-2362 (518) 465-3484 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 61732 4x 3/01, 3/08, 3/15, 3/22. 90898.

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Carriage House, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on November 13, 2018. 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, Michael J. Maloney, 728 Charlton Rd., Charlton, NY 12019. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 6x 2/15, 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22. 90598 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Linen Recruiter LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/31/2019. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 121 Grand Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 6x 2/15, 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22. 90632 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: F.Miller Photography LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/26/2018. 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: 1905 Huntridge Drive Clifton Park, New York 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 6x 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29. 90717 Notice of formation of BOUND

BY FATE BREWING LLC. Art. Of Org. filed with the Sect’y of State of NY (SSNY) on 01/07/19.

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23 Make even the slightest comment 24 Hall of Famer Musial 25 Some suits, briefly 28 Egg foo __ 30 Depot worker 32 Flight regulatory org.

35 Washateria wear?

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41 Floor option 42 Musical work played where Brits go?

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FORMER BLUE STREAK BREAKS 4-MINUTE MILE Aidan Tooker

“It (running) just seems like the most raw form of competitiveness. It’s just you and your brain and whatever you had that day.”

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“He’s proportionally about the same height as me – a really skinny dude,” said Tooker. “I really looked up to him because a lot of people doubted me and didn’t really give me much respect for how tiny I was. But I would

watch that guy and think he was very, very good.”

While his size may have created doubt for some people, Tooker’s former coach Art Kranick, certainly was not one of them as he was the first person to tell Tooker that he has the potential to break a four-minute mile.

Fiinal time score board. 4 Toooker 3:59:39

“I was in 7th grade at the time, and that seems like a pretty absurd thing to say to a 7th grader. But I took it to heart honestly. That was a big moment in my life."

For many, running would be their least desired aspect of fitness. But for Tooker, that certainly isn’t the case. As he has been running competitively for almost nine years, his dedication has him running nearly 365 days a year, and sometimes twice a day.

“It (running) just seems like the most raw form of competitiveness. It’s just you and your brain and whatever you had that day,” said Tooker.

Tooker ran his personal best mile time at the Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic meet. Syracuse runs in this meet every year, and for the past two years, Tooker has been running his mile in 4 minutes and two seconds. This year, Tooker took to the track with the same attitude he does every meet.

“I just try to keep a smile on my face. Usually, if I’m having fun with it then that's all that I

need to be doing,” said Tooker.

“Most of the time I’ve put in weeks, months of really hard work and the hardest part when it comes to getting closer each time is keeping your head in the right place.”

The world record for the mile run was set in 1999 by Hicham El Guerrouj with a time of 3 minutes and 43.13 seconds. Tooker says that’s not a goal for him to actively

pursue, but working towards one's personal best is the nature of competitive running.

“That’s probably the coolest thing about the sport, you’re always shooting to run as close to zero minutes as possible in whatever event you’re doing,” said Tooker. “I’m gonna keep competitively running for as long as possible and my mile time will hopefully come down.”

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South Glens Falls High’s Arcade Themed Danceathon

by Lindsay Wilson Saratoga TODAY

South Glens Falls — For 42 years the South Glens Falls High School has hosted a Danceathon to raise money for charity organizations and individuals in need of assistance. This year, $837,859.97 was raised and will be distributed among 70 recipients.

Organizing the dance marathon is truly a school community effort, to say the least. The organizers consist of South Glens Falls High alumni, teachers and students. A lot of work is done outside of the regular school day regarding fiscal needs, registration, music, and decorations.

However, the school has found ways to incorporate the dance marathon into the curriculum the week prior. Science classes teach tiedying, and the physical education classes aid in choreographing the closing dance.

The student body heavily influences the dance marathon from choosing the theme to selecting the recipients of the funds raised. This year’s Arcade theme idea came from student Olivia Barber. Everyone was encouraged to dress in vibrant colors and decorations complimented vibrant lighting, in an effort to simulate arcade video games and lights.

Over 200 applications from organizations and individuals were entered in order to receive aid from the funds raised at the danceathon. Who will receive aid is decided among students who voluntarily participate in these selections. The students spend time reading through several synopses on the applications and vote for the recipients.

There have only been two years in the history of the Danceathon where they did not raise more money than the previous year. Attempting to do so isn’t the overall goal of each year’s danceathon.

“We try to de-emphasize that (raising more money than the previous year) because the money is not what the important thing is,” said Thomas Myott, one of the event’s faculty coordinators.

Myott believes that “one of the things that makes this so successful is that the people who are involved are here for the right reasons.”

The fact that this dance marathon has been taking place for 42 years is a representation of not only the dedication to service that South Glens Falls High School possesses but how dedicated the community is to help serve each other.

South High Marathon Dance 2020 already has a date set. It will be held on March 6 and 7, 2020 for another year of community service.

Photo by SHMD Photos/Gus Carayiannis.

Photo by SHMD Photos/Gus Carayiannis.

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Select Local Road Races Spring 2019 For more information contact: Don Proulx at donproulx@nycap.rr.com

MARCH 9 Runnin’ of the Green. 4 Mile Run 10 a.m. | Shalmont HS, Rotterdam www.hmrrc.com Schenectady Firefighter’s Run 4 Your Life 5KRun/Walk 9:30 a.m. | Start 5K & 10K 10:30 a.m. | Kids’ Run Central Park, Schenectady www.neverfightalone.org 9th Annual Ice Breaker Challenge 5K Walk/Run Free One-half Mile Kids Run (10 and Under) | 9 a.m.

Corning Preserve, Albany www.albanyrowingcenter.org/ice_breaker_ challenge.php

MARCH 31 Glens Falls Shamrock Shuffle 5 Mile Race 11 a.m. | 10 a.m. Kids Fun Run, all participants will receive a ribbon Glens Falls HS, Quade St., Glens Falls www.adirondackrunners.org/event/ show/377005711

APRIL 6 40th Salem April Fool’s Race 10K / 5K / 1 Mile Kids’ Run Start times: 9 a.m. | 10K; Kids’ 1 Mile Run | 10 a.m.

5K | 10:30 a.m.

Runners can run both the 10K and the 5K for one $15 fee. Kids’ Run $6.

Salem Central School, East Broadway, Salem www.aprilfoolsrace.com

APRIL 7 Delmar Dash. 5 Mile Road Race 9 a.m. Bethlehem Middle School, Delmar Contact dtromp@nycap.rr.com 518-265-2530 | www.hmrrc.com

APRIL 13 Helderberg to Hudson Half Marathon 8 a.m. | Start at Stephen P. Wallace Park (New Scotland Town), Slingerlands Race finishes at Jennings Landing, Quay St., Albany helderbergtohudsonhalf.com Rotary 5K Corporate Challenge 10 a.m. | SUNY Adirondack Student Center, Bay Road, Queensbury T-shirts for the first 300 entrants www.glensfallsrotary.com

APRIL 20 25th Rabbit Ramble 4 Mile Run and 2 Mile Walk 9 a.m. | Guilderland HS, Guilderland Age 19 and under and 70+ receive a $4 discount applied at checkout. zippyreg.com/online_reg/index.php?e=1167

APRIL 27 Bill Robinson Masters 10K 9 a.m. | Guilderland HS, Guilderland, Contact Jim Tierney: 518-869-5597 www.hmrrc.com 16th Annual St. John’s/ St. Ann’s Spring Runoff 5K & 10K 9 a.m. | Hudson River Way Amphitheater, Corning Preserve, Albany Contact Brian Dollard: 518-257-3087 or bdollard@dasny.org | www.hmrrc.com 11th Grace Run/Walk for Youth 5K 10 a.m. | 490 Ecker Hollow Rd., Schoharie fieldsofgraceoutreach.org Home Away From Home 5K, Half Marathon, Marathon, and Kids’ Fun Run Benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Capital Region All course distances start at 9 a.m. at the Brunswick School, Brunswick www.homeawayfromhomeraces.com

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MAY 4 AND 5 North Face Endurance Challenge, Bear Mtn Various Distance Trail Runs, Kids’ Run Bear Mountain State Park, 55 Hessian Drive, Bear Mountain For distances and start times, see web page: www.thenorthface.com/get-outdoors/ endurance-challenge/new-york.html

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MAY 26 Saratoga Springs Lions Duathlon and 5K Run 5K run/30k bike/5K run, Individual, 2 and 3-person team.

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JUNE 1

Summer Smith 5k Addiction Awareness Memorial Run 9:45 a.m. Guilderland High School, Guilderland Center www.hmrrc.com/race-info/race-schedule

Charlton Heritage 5K and Kids’ 1 Mile Fun Run 10 a.m. | 11 a.m. Fun Run, Red School House, Charlton Rd., Charlton www.charlton5k.org

Prospect Mountain Road Race, 5.7M Run Start time: 9 a.m.

Prospect Mountain, Lake George Village www.adirondackrunners.org/event/ show/442872593

Freihofer’s Run for Women 5K, Junior 3K, and Kids’ Run 9 a.m. | 5K 11 a.m. | Junior 3K 11 a.m. | Kids’ Fun Run State Capital, Washington Ave., Albany freihofersrun.com

MAY 12 Kelly’s Angels Mother-Lovin’ 5K Run and Kids’ Fun Run 9:15 a.m. | 5K start 8:45 a.m. | Kids’ Fun Run start Orenda Pavilion - Spa State Park, Saratoga Springs www.zippyreg.com/online_reg/index. php?e=1202

2019 Bacon Hill Bonanza 5K/10K Road Race and Kids’ 1 Mile Fun Run 10 a.m. | 5K/10K 9:30 a.m. | Kids’ 1 Mile Fun Run Bacon Hill Reformed Church, 560 Route 32 North, Schuylerville baconhillbonanza.com

Mothers Day 5K “bRUNch” 5K and Kids’ Run 9:30 a.m. | Central Park, 500 Iroquois Path, Schenectady www.hmrrc.com/races/2019/ mothers-day-5k-brunch

Brown School Color 5K Color Run and Kids’ 1 Mile Run 11 a.m. | 5K Color Run 10:45 a.m. | Kids’ 1 Mile Run 500 Iroquios Path, Schenectady runsignup.com/Race/NY/Schenectady/ BrownSchoolColor5KColorRun

CDPHP Workforce Team Challenge 3.5 Mile Start time: 6:25 p.m.

Empire State Plaza, Albany www.cdphpwtc.com

Have A Drink On Me 5k Road Race 10 a.m. | SingleCut Beersmiths, 6 Fairchild Square, Clifton Park Post-race party in the afternoon. www.greatamericanbreweryruns.com/ singlecut5k?rsuSessionAttempt=1

Malta Mile-1 Mile Run 10 a.m. | One Bayberry Drive, Malta Finish at Recovery Room Sports Grill runsignup.com/Race/NY/Malta/ MaltaMile

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MAY 18

Tuff eNUFF 5K Obstacle Challenge Starting times: 9:15 a.m. | Wave 1 9:20 a.m. | Wave 2 8:30 a.m. | Kids’ 1 Mile Saratoga BOCES, Henning Rd., Saratoga Springs runsignup.com/Race/NY/SaratogaSprings/ TuffeNuff5KObstacleChallange

JUNE 2 Capital Region Heart Walk & Run 5K 8:30 a.m. | 5K Run 10:45 a.m. | Walk SUNY Albany Campus 1400 Washington Ave., Albany www2.heart.org/site/TR/HeartWalk/FDAFoundersAffiliate?pg=entry&fr_id=3950

JUNE 8 LifeSong Dash 5K and Kids’ Run Kids’ Run | 9:30 a.m.

5K | 10 a.m.

Halfmoon Town Park, Clifton Park lifesongdash.com

JUNE 15 Dragon The Dads 5K Run and 1 Mile Kids’ Run 5K | 9 a.m.; Kids’ Run | 10 a.m.

Warming Hut, Spa State Park, Saratoga Springs runsignup.com/Race/NY/SaratogaSprings/ DRAGONtheDads5K

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Local Athletes

All Star�Moments

Saratoga Regional YMCA/Saratoga Honda Youth Basketball League Lion’s Club Sr. Division Championship

Saratoga Gymnasts Compete at States; Dallas Breaks Section 2 Vault Record (Again)

Top Row: Coach Bob Stern, Ian Fish, Shane Richardson, Seth Mattice, Paul Steves, John Marcellus. Bottom Row: Isiah Barnes, Cameron Fitzpatrick, Carter Cigan, Will Sambrook and Morgan Flatley. Photo provided.

Saratoga High School Gymnast State Competitors. Photo provided.

Saratoga Springs High School gymnasts took the show on the road this past Saturday, March 2, to compete at the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Gymnastics Championships in Cold Spring Harbor, New York. The trio of Laura Eberlein, Ava Dallas and Sophia Damiano earned their way to States by taking the top three all-around spots at the Section 2 Gymnastics Championships held

on February 13 at Shaker High School. In addition to these three, two other Saratoga gymnasts qualified for States as well – Kate Della Ratta (in the uneven bars) and Megan Wishart (in the vault).

At the State Meet, Ava Dallas led the contingent of Toga gymnasts by placing 13th in the all-around with a score of 35.825.

Laura Eberlein was 14th in the allaround with a score of 35.500 and Sophia Damiano was 20th with

an all-around score of 34.075.

Megan Wishart placed 28th in the vault and Kate Della Ratta placed 43rd on the bars.

Dallas’ vault was a Section 2 record besting the previous record (9.425) set by Dallas earlier this season. This is the second year in a row that Dallas placed 7th on the vault at the State Meet.

The Saratoga Springs gymnastics team has won 18 straight Section 2 crowns.

Raloid Tools-36 v. Barrelhouse-23 Back-to-Back Championships for Raloid Tools. In the championship game for the Senior Division, Raloid Tools used a stifling defense not giving Barrelhouse any room to shoot and came away with a 36 to 23 victory. Raloid Tools became the first back-to-back champions.

The champions used the game high 18 points from Ian Fisk and 8 points from Seth Mattice, 5 points from Paul Steves, 3 points from Will Sambrook and 2 points from Shane Richardson.

The Barrelhouse team got 9 points apiece from Noah Rourke and Logan Richter and another 5 points from Colin Edwards.

Saratoga Regional YMCA/Saratoga Honda Youth Basketball League Rotary Jr. Division Championship

Saratoga Regional YMCA Over 50 Basketball League WEEK THIRTEEN SCORES WEDNESDAY, FEB. 20 GAME ONE: Nemer – 53 v. Village Photo – 51 Nemer edged Village Photo 53-51. Phil Fitzpatrick led the way with 20 points, Matt Truex had 14 and Mikey Bentley added 11 for Nemer. Village Photo’s Mike Scanlon netted 16 and Steve Ruczinski added 10.

Nemer – 53: Phil Fitzpatrick (20). Matt Truex (14), Mike Bentley (11) Village Photo – 51: Mike Scanlon (16), Steve Ruczinski (10) GAME TWO: Walton’s – 89 v. D’Andrea’s – 72 Walton’s had four players in double digits as they outlasted D’Andrea’s 89-72. Bobby Hanson had a game high 41, Joe Twomey had 24, Tom Kelly had 12 and Andy Kramarchyk added 10. Tom Welch had 29 and Dave Wolfe had 28 in a losing effort.

Walton’s – 89: Bobby Hanson (41), Joe Twomey (24), Tom Kelly (12), Andy Kramarchyk (10) D’Andrea’s – 72: Tom Welch (29), Dave Wolf (28)

GAME THREE: Gennaro’s – 71 v. Post Time – 53 Ed Benway led all scorers with 35 as Gennaro’s beat Post Time 71-53. Greg O’Connor had 22 and Wayne Cherry added 10 for the winners. Post Time’s Pat Reidy and Pat Correa each had 14 while Tony Catalano added 13 but it was not enough for Post Time.

Gennaro’s – 71: Ed Benway (35), Greg O’Connor (22), Wayne Cherry (10) Post Time – 53: Pat Reidy (14) Pat Correa (14), Tony Catalano (13) GAME FOUR: West Side – 76 v. Mama Mia’s – 71 West Side outlasted Mama Mia’s 76-71. John Mooney had a 28 and Glen Richter had 26 for the winning squad. Mama Mia’s Mark Hixson had a game high 37 while both Mark Sohl and Mike McMorris each had 16.

West Side – 76 John Mooney (28), Glen Richter (26) Mama Mia’s – 71 Mark Hixson (37), Mark Sohl (16), Mike McMorris (16)

Top Row: Coach Jason Di Caprio Ben VanValkenberg, Trey Stanislowsky, Dave Giso, John Gerardi, Riley Waterhouse, Coach Scott Waterhouse, Jared Arpey.

Bottom Row: Makenna Di Caprio, Emmett Barnes, Brycen Panis. Photo provided.

Saratoga PBA-35 v.

Cudney’s Launderers -31 In a defense battle Saratoga PBA came out on top of a very tough Cudney’s Launderers team by a score of 35 to 31. This game was worthy of being a championship game as both teams played it like it was do or die until the final horn.

Saratoga PBA’s Trey Stanislowsky

led the winners with 16 points while teammates John Gerardi had 9 points, Ben VanValkenburg 6 points, Jared Arpey 3 points, all contributed to the win. Cudney’s Launderers got a game high 19 points from Tom Maurer along with 6 points from Jacob Armer and 2 points apiece from Alex Cutler, Antonio Calderon and Matt Heggen.

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COMMUNITY SPORTS BULLETIN The Spring Edition of “The Guide” MALTA — The Guide is a listing of spring activities offered by the Town of Malta’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Human Services The guide is available online at www.MaltaParksRec. com as well as the Malta Community Center.

Registration is open for spring classes and programs.

Classes and special events are scheduled for March and April. Please call the Malta Community Center at 518-899-4411 for more information.

Learn to Skate USA Classes Open for Registration SARATOGA SPRINGS — Instruction offered on Sundays from 5 to 6 p.m. $90 Session will run March 10, 17, and 24. Go to www.SaratogaLearnToSkate.com to register. Held at Vernon Rink, 30 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Please email ice@saratogaspringsfsc. info or call 518-490-1231 for more information.

Saratoga Little League Online Registration Open through March 23 • Tee Ball Division: For ages 4-6, in Kindergarten or younger. Players must be 4 years old before May 1 • Bantam Division: For ages 6-7, Coach Pitch, Instruction • Minors AA Division: For ages 7-8, Machine Pitch and Instruction • Minors AAA Division: For ages 9-10, Player Pitch • Majors Division: For ages 11-12, Little League World Series Division • 50/70 Division: For age 13 • Challenger Division: Little League's adaptive baseball program for individuals with physical and developmental challenges.

Player Assessments: Saturday, March 23 Opening Day Ceremony: Saturday, May 4 Games Start: Monday, April 29 Register at www.saratogaspringslittleleague.org

Fit and Fun With Elyse at the Malta Community Center MALTA — Artistic Director Elyse Young is hosting a fitness class called Fit and Fun with Elyse which is centered on music that makes you move.

The program will take place on Thursday nights and is for ages 16 and up at the Malta Community Center located at One Bayberry Dr. Class will continue March 14. The class begins at 6 p.m. and is one hour long. Call Malta Parks and Recreation for additional information at 518-8994411 or register online at www.maltaparksrec.com.

Camp Saradac Registration Open SARATOGA SPRINGS — For over 70 years Camp Saradac has offered exciting field trips, creative recreational and educational programs, and intriguing arts and crafts. This summer camp will take place at St. Clement’s School. There will also be daily trips to the East Side Rec to take advantage of the wide-open outdoor spaces, playgrounds, and interactive spray fountain. Registration for City residents is now open.

Registration for all others begins March 18.

Sign Ups for Saratoga Youth Wrestling SARATOGA — Coached by Brendan Polcare and Lance Matter, Saratoga is building toward a promising future with over 80 members in the youth program from grades K-6. Two former youth wrestlers qualified for the NY State Championships at the Times Union Center in Albany on February 22 and 23.

The program emphasizes sound fundamentals, hard-work, discipline and having fun in the process.

The program offers spring practices and a summer camp, giving Saratoga area youth wrestlers year-round opportunities to wrestle.

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Sign-up at the first practice on Tuesday, March 19 from 4:45 - 6 p.m. at the Saratoga High School Gymnasium (old gym). Cost is $40 per individual, $60 for two, and $75 for family.

Practice is held each Tuesday and Wednesday beginning Tuesday, March 19 and concluding on Wednesday, May 1 in the High School Wrestling Room.

Women’s Basketball Team Seeking Officials SARATOGA SPRINGS — Section 2 of the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) is looking for people who are interested in being trained to officiate high school girls’ basketball for the 2019/2020 season. Classes to be held by Jim Perkins in Saratoga and will begin in early September.

For further information contact Jim Perkins at Ref4bball@gmail.com or 518-692-9486.

Saratoga Recreation Department Happenings • Saratoga Springs Recreation Boxing: The Youth Boxing Clinic for ages 8-15 will be March 6 - April 10. A new Adult Boxing Clinic for ages 18+ will be March 8 - April 12. This clinic introduces participants to proper boxing technique.

• Swing for the Fences: Jr. Sluggers Clinic March 5 April 9. Grades K-7 are welcome. Learn the necessary skills in order to be ready for the upcoming baseball season. Visit SaratogaRec.com and click Programs for additional information and to download forms.

• Tiny T-Ball Clinic: Learn baseball basics March 6 April 10. Everyone age 3-5 is welcome to participate.

Visit SaratogaRec.com and click Programs for additional information and to download forms. Contact the Recreation Department at 518-587-3550, ext. 2300.

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BLUE STREAKS TAKE HOME CHAMPIONSHIP TROPHY:

FIRST IN 30 YEARS!

by Lindsay Wilson Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — This past Sunday, The Saratoga Blue Streaks brought home the championship trophy, for the first time in 30 years by defeating Bethlehem, 69-58 at the Class AA championship game.

Each year a new group of students tries out for the team, and each year the teams have a different approach to the season.

This year Coach Mike Ushers had his team working on their goal from the very first day of practice.

“We talked about trying to be a tough defensive team. That’s something our guys have really bought into and take pride in,” said Coach Ushers. “When we work hard on a defensive end, it seems to help us play better on the other end of the floor.”

This season started off with a few ups and downs, and that their performances in a few early season games were not up to par.

But the team knew that they had a fighting chance at making the

Photo provided by Tony Izzo.

playoffs once their game started to improve.

“It was great to see them mature and grow into their roles as the season went along. We had a lot of new faces and guys that were in smaller roles last year that

The Ballston Spa Athletic Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2019 Inductees BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa Athletics Hall of Fame Committee announced plans for the 2019 induction ceremony to take place on Saturday, May 4 at the Ballston Spa High School auditorium (220 Ballston Avenue). The ceremony will begin at 1 p.m., followed by a reception with light refreshments, and is open to the public. Tickets are available for $10 per person in advance or at the door.

The 2019 Ballston Spa

Athletics Hall of Fame inductees: Eli Bisnett-Cobb (athlete), Geena Gallo (athlete), Rory Johnson (athlete), Lloyd Race (athlete), Peter Shaw (athlete), Mark Yanagihara (athlete), Bob Denis (athlete), and the 196263 Men’s Basketball Team: Bob Barney, Jim Bryant, Bob Denis, Jack Denis, John Diggins, Ronnie Dreher, George McDonough, Wayne Peterson, Larry Phillips, John Roche, Gary Wetzel, Dave Wurster (Coach: Floyd Jones)

had to step up and take on more responsibility this season,” said Coach Ushers. “It took a few games and a couple of months to figure out how we were gonna play our best. It’s been great to see them play their best when it matters most.”

Seven players are seniors and will be graduating in June. Coach Ushers has not yet thought about how he will shape his team for next year, as he tries to focus on one year at a time. Right now, he just wants his team to finish out their season strong.

The Blue Streaks basketball team will be playing out in Syracuse this Saturday, March 9, as they compete against West Genesee in the Section III championships. The game will be held at Onondaga Community College at 3:45 p.m.

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THE FUTURE IS HERE: Artificial Intelligence Summit in Saratoga Springs

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — 5G. AI. Blockchain. The possible eradication of disease and abolishment of poverty. The potential wiping out of your job. So many questions. A free, city-based “Lunch and Learn” event with a focus on artificial intelligence will take place Thursday, Jan. 24 at the Saratoga Springs City Center.

“The AI Opportunity: Developing an AI Ecosystem in Upstate New York” will include a panel discussion, and a Q & A session: What is artificial intelligence?

Why does AI matter? What opportunities does it present locally and regionally?

Panelists will share ideas, experiences, and viewpoints about AI technology, research and development, ethics, and policies and will be moderated by Michele Madigan, city Commissioner of Finance and chair of the Saratoga Springs Smart City Commission.

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