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SHOWS ON Area Drive-Ins Open for Season

by Opal Jessica Bogdan Saratoga TODAY MALTA — The Malta Drive-In Theatre will officially open this Friday, May 22 to kick off their summer season.

As the weather gets warmer, families are anxious to go outside and enjoy the community all while being safe. The Malta Drive-In Theatre plans to re-open with a few precautions set in place. The drive-in

announced the new rules staff and guests must adhere to on their website this Tuesday. The safety precaution will be reviewed and modified on a weekly basis as conditions in the community develop and change.

Credit cards and contactless payment transactions are being encouraged by the staff to limit social interaction. The staff will wear gloves and a mask at the ticket booth and in the concession stand.

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The Malta Drive-Ins opens this weekend! Photo provided.

Open for Business All Eyes On Phase 1 Underway

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Emma Lance, poking her masked face through the front entry door of the Saratoga Tea & Honey Shop on May 20, 2020. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

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NYRA Looks to Launch Race Meet Without Fans June 1 at Belmont Photo by Janet Garaguso, courtesy of NYRA. See Story pg. 10

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S H OW S O N Area Drive-Ins Open for Season Photos provided.

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The theatre will allow 50 percent of capacity and guests are encouraged to arrive earlier to avoid long lines. They also will allow guests to bring food and beverages from home if they purchase a $5 permit. The theatre was unable to comment at this time.

The following are the Malta Drive-In Theater re-opening rules: For parking and viewing, vehicles are instructed to park exactly in the middle of adjacent poles, allowing 12 feet of space between cars. Everyone should view movies from inside the vehicle in seats, through an open hatchback or from a pickup truck bed. Even though viewing is encouraged inside the vehicle, the theatre will allow two lawn chairs if they are placed between the vehicle and the screen. If guest go outside the vehicle, masks must be worn at all times but guests should limit contact to necessary bathroom and snack bar trips.

For the use of restrooms, guests are asked to limit use and an attendant will not permit access to any guest not wearing a mask.

They have also blocked every other stall and sink to increase distance.

In order to purchase concessions, guests are encouraged to order online though an online concession ordering system on their smart phone. When the order is ready for pick up the guest will receive a text message and can grab it from their dedicated snack bar window. They will allow restricted entry into the concession building where staff

will be walled off from guests.

The drive-in also put in place a zero garbage policy as guests must discard trash directly in a dumpster or box office trash corral.

The Ozoner 29 Drive-In Theatre in Broadalbin opened their season this previous weekend with similar restrictions in place.

Concession orders were filled out at a distance and collected with cash only for purchases.

The four movies featured this weekend at Malta include: Troll World Tour and Jumanji: The Next Level on the first screen as well as The Wretched and The Invisible Man on the second screen.

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OBITUARIES

Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

Joan Ross Aseltine

Susan Elizabeth Canfield

Theresa M. Clute

Mildred Pauline Reagh

Josephine Teresa Scavone Shanks

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Joan Ross Aseltine died on May 14, 2020 at the age of 90.

Joan will be cremated and, according to her wishes, the service will be private. Memorial donations to The Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Susan Elizabeth Canfield, 24, entered into eternal resting on Friday, May 15, 2020.

Susan was the daughter of Kelly Simons (Joseph) and Joseph Felitti (Nicole). When the Covid19 executive orders are lifted, there will be public services for all of Susan’s friends and family.

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WILTON — Theresa M. Clute, 97, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2020 in Queensbury, NY. Born on November 12, 1922, she is the daughter of the late John and Mary Kloss.

Services were private. She will be laid to rest with her husband at Maplewood Cemetery.

Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Mildred Pauline Reagh (Polly), 95, born October 24, 1924 passed away May 2, 2020.

Her family will have an intimate memorial for her at a later date to symbolize her being forever with all those she has loved and lost.

Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.

PORTLAND, OR — Josephine Teresa Scavone Shanks, 94, was lifted into the arms of our Lord on, May 8, 2020.

Although, she was being cared for by her daughters that lived nearby, Hospice staff were invaluable during the end stages.

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Local Grant Cottage Featured on U.S. Grant Mini-Series This Month Photo by SuperSource Media.

WILTON — The History Channel has announced that its three-part mini-series on U.S. Grant will air on successive nights beginning May 25.

The Grant Cottage, located near Saratoga Springs, will be featured in the docudrama, produced by Leonardo DiCaprio’s company. Grant spent the last six weeks of his life at this Cottage in Saratoga County completing his Civil War memoirs. DiCaprio's production company filmed at the cottage last October.

Grant Cottage President Tim Welch said the cottage received a $10,000 donation from DiCaprio, and that the History Channel s also donated two 30-second commercials in the national broadcast which will promote Grant Cottage as a national historic landmark.

POLICE Victor Maffetone, 32, of Saratoga Springs, was charged May 16 with misdemeanor assault.

Randy Brouillete, 44, of Saratoga Springs, was charged May 17 with felony criminal possession of a weapon, criminal obstruction of breathing, and unlawful imprisonment – both misdemeanors, and two felony counts assault with a weapon.

John Lavada, 30, of Saratoga Springs, was charged May 17 with two misdemeanor counts petit larceny, and two felony counts burglary.

Abby Zacharias, 18, of Saratoga Springs, was cited May 12 with criminal mischief – a misdemeanor.

Steven McCarthy, 42, of Saratoga Springs, was charged May 14 with unlawful imprisonment – a misdemeanor.

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Operation Adopt a Solider (OAS) is back open to accept donation drop offs. Cliff Seguin, chairman of OAS, said their shelves are now empty due to everything going on in the community.

OAS works to provide support to U.S. Soldiers stationed

worldwide through the generous assistance of volunteers from the Saratoga, Albany, Queensbury, and Clifton Park areas. Our offices are located at 4281 Route 50, Saratoga Springs where we are available to anyone interested in volunteering.

The building hours are 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. every Thursday and Saturday.

Supply Drive at Aviation Mall to Benefit Local Veterans QUEENSBURY — The Veterans & Community Housing Coalition will host a contactless Food & Supply Drive to benefit local veterans in need.

The drive will be held on Saturday, May 23 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Aviation Mall parking lot between Ollie’s Bargain Outlet and Dick’s Sporting Goods.

Food and supplies needed include ready-made meals, canned soup, stews, pasta, rice, mac n cheese, canned tuna and chicken, pasta sauce, canned fruit, canned vegetables, granola bars, oatmeal, peanut butter, jelly, coffee, sugar, flour, cereal, pancake mix, syrup, cookies, olive oil, ketchup, mayo, mustard, salt, pepper, cleaning products, toilet paper, paper towels, toiletries and hygiene products.

Sponsors of the drive include Adirondack Peer-To-Peer Veterans, Adirondack Regional Chambers of Commerce, Adirondack Thunder, Aviation Mall, Duke Concrete, JDog Junk Removal & Hauling, New York Army National Guard, Repeat Business Systems, Town of Queensbury, Warren County and Washington County.

Michelle Viola Straight, Director of Community Relations

for Veterans & Community Housing Coalition stated, “events like this create opportunities for us to connect ...and join forces to better serve our veterans in the north country. The amount of veterans and veterans’ families that are struggling just to put food on their table is absolutely heartbreaking, especially during these extremely difficult times we are facing. But this event will directly impact countless local veterans, so please stop by to donate and know that your generosity will make a world of difference.”

Musical entertainment will be provided at the event so people can enjoy the music from their vehicles as they wait in line to drop off their donated items. The Adirondack Thunder mascot will be on hand to wave to families as they drive through. Truck and Military vehicles will be on display.

Before dropping off your donated items, we ask that they are either placed in the trunk of your car so that a volunteer can retrieve the items or they can be placed out of your car window onto the tables provided so that contact is minimized.

Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

Alpin Haus Kicks-Off Pool Season HALFMOON — As part of the Phase 1 resumption of business in the Capital Region for manufacturing and construction, outdoor recreation retailer Alpin Haus will install a new residential pool in southern Saratoga County.

Pool professionals from Alpin Haus will be available to discuss the official resumption of construction and the kick-off to

pool season in the Capital Region.

The local business will be installing a 36-foot kidney-shaped legacy edition inground swimming pool.

The installation will begin with excavation work on Wednesday and is expected to be completed within 72 hours. The timing also coincides with the official start of pool season leading into Memorial Day weekend.

The Salvation Army’s Response to Pandemic SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Salvation Army, the nation’s largest social services organization with more than 7,600 service locations across the country, is increasing efforts to meet human need. In response to the coronavirus pandemic, the organization has evolved service delivery to ensure that immediate needs of community members, first responders, and government partners are met.

With an expected spike in requests, ongoing public support will be needed to help ensure that services are available. While all are impacted by the coronavirus outbreak, the one in six Americans who are living in poverty will likely feel the effects quicker and more significantly. In Saratoga County, that means 38,310 of our neighbors living in poverty will be impacted.

The Salvation Army is ensuring that people have access to food, shelter, and desperately needed services like childcare through its nationwide network.

This includes drive-through food pickup, community-based food delivery, and meals at Salvation Army facilities. The organization is also providing snacks and hydration to first responders.

In Saratoga County since midMarch, The Salvation Army has seen a 350% increase in services provided, have served more than 1000 new individuals, and have provided almost 50,000 meals to residents of Saratoga County.

Anticipated impacts on the economy and workforce will likely force more Americans to seek rental, utility, and other forms of assistance. While the full scope of the pandemic’s economic impact is still unknown, cancelled fundraising events and market volitility elevate the need for public support in order to maintain and grow these efforts.

“Though this is an unprecedented situation for all of us, its impact will be greatest on the least of these,” said Lieutenant Trisha Smouse, Commander of The Salvation Army in Saratoga County.

“Tens of thousands of Saratoga County residents were already living paycheck to paycheck, and they will likely face incredible challenges from these uncertain times. Across this county, The Salvation Army is committed to serving those who need our help, and we are thankful for generous public support which will allow that to happen.”

Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

Senator Daphne Jordan Lends a Helping Hand

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New York State Senator Daphne Jordan is pictured lending a helping hand to the community by taking part in Cornell Cooperative Extension’s recent hand sanitizer and mask distribution. Senator Jordan (right) is pictured with New York State Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (left). The hand sanitizer was donated to Winney’s Blueberry Farm, owned by Byron Winney, in Schuylerville. The sanitizer will be used by farm workers and is needed for the many people who come to pick their own blueberries. Photos provided.

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This past week, Chabad of Saratoga hosted a Honk for Heroes Car Parade.

Participants were welcomed to decorate their car in celebration. Photo provided.

The Community & Mental Wellness Coffee Chat Webinar Series - Session Three SARATOGA SPRINGS — ­ Grab your coffee and your computer (or phone) and join the mental health professionals at Saratoga Center for the Family for a series of webinars addressing community and mental wellness during the COVID-19 health crisis.

Session three will happen this Friday, May 22 at 11 a.m. No need to bring your face mask for this virtual info and Q&A session.

The topic will include how to cope during COVID-19: Positive Pandemic Coping Skills for Adults. Join Saratoga Center

for the Family's Clinical Director Wende Tedesco, LCSW-R for this discussion on adult coping skills for managing emotions, stress, and anxiety during COVID-19.

Ms. Tedesco graduated Summa Cum Laude with her Bachelors of Social Work and Minors in Sociology and Psychology, and earned her Masters of Social Work from the State University of Albany. Ms. Tedesco’s early clinical experience was strongly influenced by attending trainings with many of the pioneers of child and family

therapy including: Albert Ellis, Carl Rogers, Elizabeth KublerRoss, Salvatore Minuchin, Michael White, the solutionfocused work of Insoo Kim Berg, and the groundbreaking work of Ross Greene and Stuart Ablon with children in the Collaborative Problem Solving approach.

Ms. Tedesco has devoted the majority of her career to working with children, adolescents, and families who have experienced trauma. She is trained in numerous evidence based trauma informed intervention models.

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NEWS

Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

Saratoga Harness Racing Terminates Agreement Regarding Wildwood Casino SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Harness Racing, Inc. (SHRI) and American Gaming Group, LLC (AGG) announced May 20 that they have mutually agreed to terminate an acquisition agreement under which the parties had agreed that SHRI would acquire the operating

assets of Wildwood Casino in Cripple Creek, CO from AGG. Both parties cite that the termination, although disappointing, was necessary based on the current economic impacts resulting from the coronavirus (COVID-19) health crisis. The pandemic has resulted in a need

for each company to focus on its respective businesses, and has impacted the companies’ ability to realize the benefits of the transaction during these unprecedented times.

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games, a live entertainment venue, a variety of dining options and bars, live harness racing, and simulcast wagering. SHRI also owns and operates Saratoga Casino Black Hawk, located in the historic town of Black Hawk, CO featuring over 425 slot machines, 10 table games, a full-service

restaurant, bar and a variety of guest services. SHRI is also a partner with Delaware North Companies in the operation of Gideon Putnam Resort and Roosevelt Baths in Saratoga Springs. Additional information about Saratoga Casino Hotel can be found at saratogacasino.com.

OPEN FOR BUSINESS PHASE 1 UNDERWAY

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Wednesday’s dawn brought to Saratoga a morning unlike any of the 58 days that had come before it.

After hitting on all of the region’s required benchmarks that both document the downward trajectory of infections past, and prepare for potential viral spikes of the future, Saratoga and the seven other counties that surround it were cleared by the state to begin phase 1 of re-opening the local economy on May 20.

“I feel like we’ve been in a bubble,” said Emma Lance, poking her masked face through the door of the Saratoga Tea & Honey Shop on Broadway, where the day’s online orders and curbside pickups were being prepared. “You can’t see my mouth behind this mask,” she added, “but I’m smiling.”

Commercial photographer Tom Stock escaped his daily honey-do list posted inside his home by planting a metal folding chair in front of Uncommon Grounds coffee shop on Broadway, where he took in all the wonders the blue-sky Wednesday offered, while thinking

about future reopening phases that will allow more shops to open and people to more readily mingle.

Wednesday’s Phase One reopening allowed for the first wave of industries to re-start construction, agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, manufacturing and wholesale trade, among them.

Retail is limited to curbside or in-store pickup or drop off. For all businesses reopening, physical distancing measures, face covering protections and maximum indoor capacity adjustments must be implemented and maintained. continues to next page...

Tom Stock enjoying the blue-sky morning on Broadway on May 20, 2020, when Saratoga Springs began its phase 1 reopening.

Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

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OPEN FOR BUSINESS Phase 1 Underway

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Public Safety Commissioner Robin Dalton, city police Chief Shane Crooks and Fire Department Chief Aaron Dyer – all members of Saratoga Springs’ COVID-19 Reopen Task Force – visited businesses door-to-door Wednesday morning, talking to store owners and employees, and handing out safety plans outlining how businesses’ workplaces can prevent the spread of COVID19. New York State requires each re-opening business to develop a written safety plan. Businesses may develop their own safety plan or use a template provided by the state. (Details about obtaining those forms are below).

An Executive Order signed

by Gov. Andrew Cuomo put New York State on PAUSE on March 22, setting social distancing measures in place, closing non-essential businesses, and limited public gatherings in an effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19.

Statewide to-date, just over 350,000 people have tested positive for the coronavirus. Overall, more than 28,000 have died due to COVID-19 in New York, more than 92,000 in the U.S., and more than 325,000 across the globe, according to the Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University.

Current daily figures point to an average of just over 100 deaths per day in New York due to the virus, matching just about where those figures were on March 26. In April, the death tally spiked to greater than 700 per day for several days.

“We’re basically back to where we started before this tragedy descended upon us,” Gov. Cuomo said, this week.

“What will happen with reopening?” Cuomo remarked May 20, on the day the Capital Region reopened for phase one.

“Whatever we make happen. There is no predestined course. What will happen is a consequence of our choices and a consequence of our actions,” he said. “If people are smart and responsible and if employers and employees are responsible, then you will see the infection rate stay low. If people get arrogant, if people

Public Safety Commissioner Robin Dalton, city police Chief Shane Crooks and Fire Department Chief Aaron Dyer visiting Broadway businesses door-to-door on May 20, 2020.

Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

get cocky, if people get casual or people become undisciplined – you will see that infection rate go up. It is that simple. It has always been about what we do.”

The governor also announced on Wednesday that religious gatherings of no more than 10 people will be allowed as long as statewide social distancing measures are enforced and participants wear masks. Earlier in the week, Cuomo announced racecourses – such as Saratoga Race Course and the Saratoga Casino’s harness track - may open June 1 without fans. NYRA subsequently announced the Belmont meet will get underway June 3 and will concludes July 12. The Saratoga meet is slated to open four days later.

“Do your part: wear a mask.

It is amazing how effective that

mask actually is,” Cuomo said Wednesday, pointing to statistics that show frontline workers downstate hospital employees, transit workers, NYPD and FDNY/ EMT workers – each having lower infection rates than the general population. “How can they all have a lower infection rate? They’re wearing the mask,” Cuomo said.

“The mask works. It’s in the data.”

Meeting the metrics and maintaining control over the virus spread is key to remaining “open,” as well as in moving forward through the series of successive phases that will see the reopening of an ever-increasing number of additional businesses. That holds true for the entire “Capital Region” designation. The Capital Region sector is comprised of eight counties: Albany, Columbia, Greene, Saratoga, Schenectady,

“Stronger Together, Saratoga Springs.”

Broadway display window at Lifestyles of Saratoga. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

Rensselaer, Warren, Washington.

There are four reopening phases in all, and 14 days - or less, should metrics not increase, as deemed by regional leaders – are in between the phases. Those phases and dates are: Potentially June 3 or sooner Phase Two: Professional Services (which includes hairdressers and salons), Retail, Administrative Support, Real Estate / Rental and Leasing.

Potentially June 17 or sooner - Phase Three: Restaurants / Food Services.

Potentially July 1 or sooner Phase Four: Arts / Entertainment / Recreation, Education.

For businesses: Business plans do not need to be submitted to a state or local agency for approval, but must be retained on the premises of the business and must be made available to the New York State Department of Health (DOH) or local health or safety authorities in the event of an inspection.

An entire range of resources for businesses and residents are available via the city’s website. For questions on the re-opening plan for NY State and how it affects Saratoga Springs, email eileen.finneran@ saratoga-springs.org or aadyer@ ssfdny.org, or call 518-587-3550, ext.

2627. If calling, leave your name, address and a call back number.

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Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

ALL EYES ON BELMONT NYRA Looks to Launch Race Meet Without Fans June 1 at Belmont NEW YORK — Following Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s announcement that racetracks may reopen June 1, the New York Racing Association is preparing to resume live racing at Belmont Park, and potentially relocate to Saratoga later in the summer.

The Saratoga meet is slated to begin July 16. That date has not been changed.

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informs the strict safety protocols that we currently have in place at Belmont Park and would seek to implement at Saratoga Race Course,” NYRA Director of Communications Pat McKenna said April 29. “As such, NYRA is seeking to resume live racing at Belmont Park in the absence of fans and we have prepared operating plans that follow the same model for Saratoga.”

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This week, NYRA issued an updated statement. “NYRA and the New York racing community are thankful for Governor Cuomo’s steady leadership throughout this public health crisis and we applaud his decision to authorize the resumption of horse racing, without fans, beginning on June 1,” NYRA President and CEO Dave O’Rourke said. “This is a reasoned and responsible decision by Governor Cuomo that will enable horse racing to resume in a way that prioritizes health and safety while recognizing that NYRA is the cornerstone of an industry responsible for 19,000 jobs and $3

Snap shot of Belmont Track during 2019 season. Photo courtesy of NYRA.

billion in annual economic impact.”

NYRA says it has developed a “comprehensive safety plan” and “extensive protocols.”

Live racing, to be conducted without spectators, will return on

Wednesday, June 3, at Belmont Park. The Belmont Stakes will take place June 20, as the first leg of the Triple Crown series. The spring/summer meet at Belmont will conclude on Sunday, July 12.

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NYRA Announces Related Racing Rules to Further Enhance Equine Safety ELMONT — The New York Racing Association (NYRA) this week announced a number of safety initiatives and entry rule changes for the upcoming 25-day spring/ summer meet at Belmont Park.

The Belmont spring/summer meet kicks off on Wednesday, June 3.

NYRA says after consulting with independent experts, veterinarians, horsemen and regulators, it has implemented a number of racing rules to further enhance equine safety and ensure trainers/owners are equitably represented in the entries due to the lengthy suspension of live racing on the NYRA circuit due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

New rules for horses coming off layoffs or making career debut as 4-year-old: Horses which have not started in more than 180 days, or less than 365 days, will be placed on the Veterinarians' List and must be presented to the NYRA Veterinarian prior to racing.

Horses which have not raced in 365 days will automatically be

added to the Veterinarians' List and must satisfy the same requirements for removal from the Veterinarians' List as horses designated as "unsound." If a start has not been made within 60 days of the NYRA Veterinarians' clearance, then the horse will be placed back on the Veterinarians' list.

Horses which have not made a start prior to Feb. 1 of their 4-year-old year will automatically be placed on the Veterinarians' List and must satisfy the same requirements for removal from the Veterinarians' List as horses designated as "unsound." If a start has not been made within 60 days of the NYRA Veterinarians' clearance, then the horse will be placed back on the Veterinarians' List.

Waiver Claiming Option Claiming Races: At time of entry into a claiming race an owner/ trainer may opt to declare a horse exempt from being claimed. For the Belmont spring/summer meet, the following waiver

claiming rule applies: The horse has not started since March 16, 2020; The horse is entered for a claiming price equal to or greater than the price it last started for (horse must have started in a claiming race in the previous start to qualify); Failure to declare the horse exempt at the time of entry may not be remedied; The waiver rule can only be applied to said horse's first start following each such layoff.

New Trainer Entry rule: In all overnight races no same trainer entry will be allowed to draw into the body of a race to the exclusion of a different trainer entrant. At time of entry, trainers must designate a "different owner first choice (DO1) and a "different owner second choice (DO2)."

Stakes races are excluded from this rule. A different owner second entry (DO2) is preferred over a same owner second entry (SO2).

For more information, please go to: www.nyrainc.com/about/ nyra-safety.

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Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

School Board Candidate State’s Tourism Association Educates Travelers on Benefits of Forum to be Held Online Staying in a Hotel Post-COVID19 ALBANY — In response to the uncertainties following the COVID19 pandemic, several stories and articles have emerged comparing the safety of hotels and short-term rental stays (such as Airbnb or VRBO).

Now more than ever, New Yok State Hospitality and Tourism Association (NYSH&TA) feels it is the duty of the Association to use its platform to educate travelers on the new standards set in place by the New York State hospitality industry to make a guests’ stay as safe and comfortable as possible.

Lodging properties in New York State are now implementing new operating guidelines that include enhanced cleaning protocols to protect the wellbeing of guests and employees in response to the pandemic.

“We must advocate for our lodging partners during this time of uncertainty,” said Darryl Leggieri, Discover Saratoga President. “Our local hotels, inns, and bed & breakfasts are absolutely taking the necessary precautions to ensure the safety of

every guest and their employees.

They will be visible, diligent, and happy to discuss their protocols to instill confidence that they are taking your well-being seriously.”

Examples of operating guidelines and best practices set forth by NYS hotels include: • Increased cleaning and disinfecting of public spaces and communal areas • Hand sanitizer (touchless if possible) at hotel entrances and key contact areas such as lobbies, elevator landings, pool and exercise areas, etc.

• Removing rooms from service for 72 hours after a guest leaves before cleaning • Employers are encouraged to take temperatures of employees (policy should be applied equally) • Plexiglass installed at front desk to protect the guest and front desk employee “As New York State begins to ease back in to business, the real hope is that the state’s tourism industry will have a respectable summer and fall tourism season where families can experience all

the great state of New York has to offer,” said Mark Dorr, NYSH&TA President. “There have been many articles written about hotels and the ability to sanitize rooms and make sure guests are safe. The new guidelines put in place throughout the State, Nation and World with regard to cleaning ‘best practices’ should leave no doubt that legitimate lodging businesses like hotels, inns and bed & breakfasts will be the best and safest choices for overnight stays this summer.”

“The NYS Destination Marketing Organization (NYSDMO) is proud to work with our hotel partners throughout the state,” said Don Jeffries, NYSMO President. “Our hotel partners have been working diligently to implement sweeping safety measures to help promote a clean, safe, and secure experience for guests. The hard work of these hotels and their dedication to providing a safe, and enjoyable experience to our visitors will be vital in rebuilding the tourism and hospitality industry across New York State.”

SARATOGA COUNTY — The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County has scheduled a Candidate Forum for the Saratoga Springs City School District Board of Education.

This virtual event will be held on Monday, June 1, from 7 to 8 p.m. on Webex. Log-in will be available at saratogaschools.org with the ability to sign in as an attendee.

The forum will begin after the

school budget presentation.

Questions for the candidates must be sent in advance to vslwvsc@gmail.com by Wednesday, May 27. Otherwise, the forum will follow the same format as the League’s live candidate events.

There are seven candidates running for three board seats.

The forum will be recorded for future viewing.

School Board of Education Elections SARATOGA COUNTY — Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the school board of education elections will be taking place via absentee ballots.

Saratoga Springs City School District (SSCSD) has three seat openings for a three-year term; Ballston Spa has two openings for a three-year; and Schuylerville has two openings for a five- year term.

All absentee ballots for all districts are due June 9, 2020. The order also waived the minimum signature threshold for board of

education candidates and states that candidates must meet all of the other requirements to run for the board. These include being qualified voters and having lived in the district continuously for one year prior to the election.

For more information, contact each district’s Board Clerk: • SARATOGA SPRINGS Brenda Roberts, 518-583-4703 • BALLSTON SPA DistrictClerk@bscsd.org • SCHUYLERVILLE: Judi Dunkel, 518-695-3255, ext. 3242

Livestream Religious Services SARATOGA ABUNDANT LIFE CHURCH 2 Hutchins Road, Saratoga Springs

We’re Live! Join us at 10:30 a.m. for our Facebook Livestream. For more details on how to connect with us, go to salchurch.org/SundayStream

BETHESDA EPISCOPAL CHURCH 26 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs

Please refer to the church website: bethesdachurch.org

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH SARATOGA

45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs Sermon and a worship service available each week on our webpage: fbcsaratoga.org.

The worship bulletin to follow along, music links to sing along with the music selection and sermon will be an audio link in the bulletin.

CHURCH OF SAINT PETER

SARATOGA SPRINGS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Please refer to our website for our Sunday Liturgy www.stpetersaratoga.com/mass-broadcast.html Worship aid provided to accompany the Mass.

Join us for our live streaming Worship Service at 10 a.m. from the comfort of home! facebook.com/saratogaumc

241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs

175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs

ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 149 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs

Tune in beginning at 11 a.m. Sunday for St. Paul's online worship on Facebook Live. facebook.com/SpaLutheran A downloadable liturgy for Sunday’s service is available at www.spalutheran.org/fb

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION OF SARATOGA SPRINGS Sunday at 10 a.m. uusaratoga.org/spiritual-exploration

If you would like to include your congregation in this list of services please send your information to: rmitchell@saratogapublishing.com

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Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

Steps to a Healthier Community: Tobacco Control Policy

by Opal Jessica Bogdan Saratoga TODAY

GLENS FALLS — The sale of flavored e-cigarettes statewide and all tobacco sales at pharmacies ended May 18.

Governor Andrew Cuomo wanted to combat the use of tobacco and nicotine products, so he enacted a Comprehensive Tobacco Control Policy as part of the state’s fiscal year 2021 budget.

Cuomo signed the budget on April 3 of this year.

The policy prohibits the sale or distribution of e-cigarettes or vapor products that have a flavor, unless approved as part of an FDA pre-market approval. The policy also restricts the public display of tobacco and vapor products near schools.

The NYS Tobacco Control Program includes a network of statewide grantees, including Adirondack Health Institute (AHI), who works on Advancing TobaccoFree Communities. Kelly Owens is

the program manager of Clear the Air in the Southern Adirondacks and oversees AHI’s Advancing Tobacco-Free Communities.

Owens and staff have worked to educate local communities about the need to protect children from tobacco marketing in places where kids can see it. She feels the law will help protect youth.

“Selling tobacco products in pharmacies has been sending a contradictory message…”

Owens said.

The mixed messages to clients by offering tobacco alongside products for illness either caused or worsened by smoking.

“We also know that flavors and e-cigarettes attract younger kids which causes them to become addicted. The law will really help protect kids from a lifetime of nicotine addiction.”

In a release from AHI, research has shown 40 percent of NYS high school seniors have used e-cigarettes, also known as “vaping.”

Over 25 percent of all high school

students have used e-cigarettes.

Flavored e-cigarettes are known to attract youths and they become addicted to nicotine in return.

“We are really happy that NYS was compelled to take action on this law and I really feel that without the flavor to attract youth, I think we will see the rate of e-cigarette use drop,” Owens said.

“This is a great step forward for New Yorkers’ health, including those who live in the Adirondack region where tobacco use prevalence is higher than most other areas in the state,” said Eric Burton, Chief Executive Officer, AHI in a release.

“This legislation will have a major impact on helping individuals live free from nicotine addiction.” AHI administers the Clear the Air in the Southern Adirondacks initiative, which includes the Advancing Tobacco-Free Communities/Reality Check program.

For those who do wish to stop smoking there are different methods and options available.

“Those who are addicted

Reality Check students participated in a Legislative Education Day event in Albany in February. Reality Check is a free youth-led, adult-supported program focused on those 13-18 years of age throughout New York State. Photo provided.

to nicotine through vaping or cigarettes or smoking, there is more support than ever,” Owens said. “Folks can reach out to their healthcare provider, or they can call the quit-line and visit the website. “There is really a lot of support out there for people who really want to take that next step and quit.”

The New York State Smokers’ Quitline is 1-866-NY-QUITS and the website is nysmokefree.com.

AHI is an independent notfor-profit organization licensed under the New York State Public Health Law as an Article 28 Central Services Facility. Since 1987, the organization has supported hospitals, physician practices, behavioral health providers, community-based organizations and others in the region in sharing our vision and mission of transforming health care and improving population health.

Saratoga Hospital Volunteer Guild Awards Scholarships to Five Area Seniors Planning Careers in Healthcare

Kathryn Cronier. Photo provided.

Evan Klotz. Photo provided.

Baihe Sun. Photo provided.

Gracie-Lynne Ruzzo. Photo provided.

Skylar Wright. Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Hospital Volunteer Guild has awarded $1,500 scholarships to five Saratoga County high school seniors: Kathryn Cronier, Evan Klotz, Gracie-Lynne Ruzzo, Baihe Sun and Skylar Wright.

All have impressive track records of community service and plan to pursue careers in healthcare.

Four participated in Students Sharing Opportunities and Responsibilities (SSOAR) a volunteer opportunity unique to Saratoga Hospital.

“These outstanding students are choosing lives of service at a time when that couldn’t be more challenging or important,” said Terry White, Saratoga Hospital Volunteer Guild President. “It is an honor to recognize and support their efforts.”

Kathryn Cronier, of Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School, intends to study radiology and diagnostics at Hudson Valley Community College in Troy.

She participated in the Saratoga Hospital SSOAR program for two

years and volunteered at Camp Invention and Ellis Medicine.

Evan Klotz, of Saratoga Springs High School, will study physics/ pre-med at Providence College in Rhode Island. He volunteered with SSOAR for two years, serving in Saratoga Hospital’s Orthopedic Center and Alfred Z. Solomon Emergency Center. He also created a website to address hunger and support Shelters of Saratoga.

Gracie-Lynne Ruzzo, of Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School, plans to major in medical

research at Union College in Schenectady. The 2019 SSOAR participant volunteered as a science tutor at a local elementary school and brought canine companions to nursing homes to comfort residents there.

Baihe Sun, of Shenendehowa High School, will attend Brown University in Rhode Island to study biology/pre-med. She volunteered with Shen Shining Stars, CAPteens and at St. Peter’s Hospital. She also established a teen mental health awareness and advocacy initiative

at her high school.

Skylar Wright, of Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School, will attend Quinnipiac University in Connecticut with the goal of becoming a physician assistant. A SSOAR participant, she also volunteered at the National Inventor’s Hall of Fame Camp Invention.

Saratoga Hospital Volunteer Guild has awarded scholarships since 1990 to help high school seniors in the region pursue careers in healthcare.

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Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

AN EASY VICTORY – L

ast month’s empty supermarket shelves and worries about food contamination from the COVID-19 crisis led to calls for a resurgence of “Victory Gardens.”

Popularized during World War II, it is estimated that “Victory Gardens” (filled with edibles planted in backyards and other small spaces) produced 40 percent of the nation’s fresh fruits and vegetables.

While today’s home gardeners aren’t typically aiming for something quite so ambitious, they are buying more edibles for their patio planters, window boxes and to incorporate into their landscapes.

Both functional and beautiful, growing your own food is giving people a much-needed victory right now.

by Megin Potter for Saratoga TODAY

Combine art and function with the color and texture of many different edibles like with this planter that has curly parsley, lemon grass, lemon thyme, white alyssum, pink calibrachoa and edible pansies.

Feeding the Soul Container plantings give you the comfort and security of having food growing right outside your door.

“People come to the greenhouse and they want to feed their soul. They’re saying, ‘Wow! You can eat the leaves and the flowers and it’s beautiful!’

That feeds many parts of the soul,” said Suzanne Balet Haight, owner of Balet Flowers & Design.

Getting Off to a Good Start

Because of the current conditions, she saw people coming into the Ballston Spa greenhouse earlier in the season this year.

Fill pots with a combination of a 1/3 compost and 2/3 potting mix, recommends Balet Haight.

They needed color. Knowing they could put something colorful and edible, like pansies, on their windowsill put a smile on their face.

“I’m really sold on Booth’s Blend compost. It’s a cow manure compost that we have for sale here at the store and I just love it,” she said.

Preventing gardeners from getting discouraged starts with choosing the right planting materials.

Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

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An easy harvest.

This herb wreath made with oregano, lemon thyme, curly parley, Vietnamese coriander, tricolor sage, German garlic, rosemary and Italian flat leaf parsley can be hung or used as a fragrant centerpiece.

This patriotic hanging basket filled with red geraniums, white bacopa, and blue calibrachoa transforms into a porch pot when you take off the hanger.

Edible and beautiful, this hanging basket is filled with purple Russian kale, Swiss chard, chives, curly parsley, Italian flat leaf parsley, nasturtiums, and Indian mint.

Leaf lettuce is paired with basil, curly parsley, and lemon thyme herbs for a zesty salad bowl.

A popular edible flower, nasturtiums have tender young leaves, peppery tasting flowers and buds.

Adding compost right from the start will make plants grow greener and produce more fruit. Containers filled with potting mix alone can dry out more quickly and will need to be supplemented with a fertilizer.

Planning to create a garden plot? Test the pH of your soil first.

“We do sell pH tests here. They’re relatively inexpensive and very simple to do. A pH of 6.5 is ideal,” she said.

Adding Edibles into the Landscape Tucking edible plants into your existing landscape adds texture, color and an additional food source.

Balet’s “Pizza Garden” pots are filled with tomatoes, sweet banana peppers, chives, oregano, curly and Italian parsley.

“They’re great for pizzas, pastas and salads. Just put a pot like that in between your shrubs and it’ll grow fantastic,” she said.

Small Space – Big Success When a customer comes to Balet’s, Suzanne is happy to answer questions and draw planting diagrams, but her team will also come out to your house and plant your garden for you. (This year, wearing masks and abiding by all the social distancing guidelines).

In just one 4ft.x 8 ft. raised bed, they’ve planted cherry tomatoes, sweet banana and bell peppers, long purple eggplant, nasturtiums, swiss chard, kale, zucchini, yellow squash, parsley, cucumber and marigolds!

“It was a garden where they constantly had new things coming up all the time. It was a very small space but they were able to get a ton of produce and had a good variety,” said Balet Haight.

Unique Victories Unusual times make way for unique victories.

Growing so many different plants together is possible!

Herb wreaths, as well as other unique edible and beautiful ideas have been added this year to create an awareness that individuals can feed themselves.

Balet-Haight wants her customers to be successful, so will help them choose plant varieties that grow well together and produce a ton of fruit.

This summer, why not reward yourself with a patriotic and productive garden adventure?

“By incorporating the right things in the right space, we are maximizing every single inch of the garden or landscape,” she said.

For example, early germinators like radishes can be planted in the same row as carrots, which will come up later in the season.

Cascading plants like Indian mint are unique ways to utilize space, look great in planters and have a pungent flavor fantastic for teas, said Balet-Haight.

A combination of red Russian Kale, white Tri-Color sage, and blue Munstead Lavender, will give you the classic beauty of an edible, colorful, red, white and blue container.

A variety of vegetable and herb plants will be available both at Balet Flowers greenhouse and at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market on Saturdays, 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Wilton Mall.

Balet Flowers & Design, 5041 Nelson Ave. Ext., Ballston Spa is open 7 days a week from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. To order online for curbside pick-up, or for more information, go to www.baletflowers.com

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BUSINESS

Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

No More Split Ends!

Local Salon Prepared to Re-Open

by Opal Jessica Bogdan Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — As the community faces the first phase of the regional re-opening, Cheveux Design Hair Salon in Saratoga is hoping to open within the next three weeks.

Hair stylists and barbershops in New York will be allowed to re-open during phase two of regional reopenings as announced

by Governor Andrew Cuomo this past week. Although specific guidelines were not shared in regards to re-opening, Cheveux Design Hair Salon owner Kelly Slywka already implemented safety precautions and practices.

“The salon had already implemented what other salons are doing now. I told the staff to use minimal products so they could pick them up and clean off after every visit. We also no longer offer magazines, coffee or water,” Slywka said. “We already restricted access to the building before we closed down. You get a text to enter, or waved in if you’re older and your phone doesn’t do texts.”

Slywka continued to say she plans to open the exact same way she closed, with minimal contact and safety precautions in place.

She has installed plexiglass walls between each station.

The salon has been closed since late-March and Slywka has

95 appointments already lined up due to the closure. To help save time with appointments, Slywka has cut down on some of the salon’s services.

“It’s going to be about getting your cut and getting your color. It’s just about getting everyone in and getting everyone back on their book safely,” Slywka said. “My staff will only see one customer and clients cut down at least 30 minutes of an appointment if they don’t get a blow dry. Now they wont be in the salon for a longer period. Let’s just get everyone on the book and everyone caught up to where they need to be.”

Despite feeling ready to open, Slywka said hairdressers are feeling frustrated. Hair salons are mandated by the state and undergo a yearly test to ensure everything is in proper shape.

“It’s a surprise visit that can possibly have hefty fines. Salons have already done cleaning and safety practices… these are all things that have always been this way,” Slywka said.

Photo courtesy of Kelly Slywka.

Despite the frustration, Slywka said clients shouldn’t be afraid when they venture back out into the community. She said those with underlying conditions or autoimmune should stay safe for a while longer, but urges others to get back out in the community.

“If you are a healthy person you have got to get out there.

We are avoiding the inevitable, you can’t beat nature,” Slywka said. “The only person who can advocate for you is you.”

Saratoga Springs started phase one reopening this week, joining other regions as they reopen. Regions are expected to pause for two weeks before moving on to phase two reopening. Slywka said, “I’m excited and ready to go.”

Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

Sarah Baker and Amy Farchione Sgromo Join Julie & Co. Realty

Sarah Baker. Photo provided.

Amy Farchione Sgromo. Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Julie & Co. Realty, LLC is pleased to announce that Sarah Baker and Amy Farchione Sgromo have joined the growing brokerage.

Sarah Baker, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, a lifelong Capital Region resident, has an extensive background in the hospitality, sales, and mortgage industries that furnishes a solid background for her real estate career. When it comes to real estate, she is an expert with new construction, residential resales, first-time homebuyers. and track/ seasonal rentals.

Amy Farchione Sgromo, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, is an expert when it comes to providing her clients with impeccable service and bringing

desired outcomes to fruition for almost 20 years. She specializes in new construction, residential resales, commercial sales, and agency for buyers and sellers.

It is the mission of Julie & Co Realty LLC to provide our clients with an exemplary experience, by the utmost attention to detail. Our agents will provide accurate, up-todate market conditions, skilled analysis and sound real estate advice.

We will continue to provide our agents with innovative new ideas and tools that will benefit both the agent's and client’s expectations.

For more information, call 518-350-SOLD (7653), email info@juliecorealty.com or visit www.JulieCoRealty.com

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Saratoga Tough T-shirt Campaign to Benefit Backstretch Community ELMONT — The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) today announced a new charitable initiative designed to raise funds for the NYRA backstretch community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Fans can support the effort by purchasing new t-shirts emblazoned with the inspirational messages "Belmont Tough" and "Saratoga Tough." The t-shirts emphasize the strength and commitment of the men and women who have been working throughout the pandemic to provide essential care for the 1,500 horses stabled on the property.

The Belmont Tough t-shirt is available in steel grey and the Saratoga Tough t-shirt is offered in heather red. The limitededition t-shirts are now available for sale by visiting online.

NYRA will donate all net proceeds from t-shirt sales in equal allotments to three nonprofit organizations which serve the Belmont Park backstretch community: the Belmont Child Care Association (BCCA); the Backstretch Employee Service Team of New York (B.E.S.T.); and the New York Race Track Chaplaincy of America (NYRTCA).

"The backstretch workers are the unsung heroes of our sport," said NYRA Chief Operating Officer Gordon Lavalette. "As

we move toward the resumption of live racing, we encourage fans to support the men and women whose hard work and dedication have made that possible."

The BCCA operates Anna House, a childcare and early-childhood education facility at Belmont Park for backstretch families, providing vital support to those who work in thoroughbred racing.

Libby Imperio, a longtime owner on the NYRA circuit, is the president of the BCCA board and oversees the organization's fundraising and outreach efforts.

Anna House was closed on March 17 consistent with Nassau County's decision to close public schools to help limit the spread of the coronavirus, but the BCCA continues to work remotely to support the children of backstretch workers.

B.E.S.T. operates the B.E.S.T. Health Center located on the Belmont Park backstretch and maintains a staff of 15 full-time workers and numerous volunteers who are tasked with providing backstretch workers free health

care, life insurance, drug and mental health counseling, food and clothing.

Led by Executive Director Paul Ruchames, B.E.S.T. operates on an annual budget in excess of $2.2 million which is funded mainly by NYRA and the New York Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association (NYTHA), along with public donations and grants from private foundations.

The NYRTCA, led by Chaplain Humberto Chavez, ministers to the backstretch community with children's enrichment, social services, recreational programs, educational opportunities and nondenominational religious services.

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Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19

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Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

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167 Hayes Rd, Schuylerville · (518) 581-CLAY (2529) info@saratogaclayarts.org · www.saratogaclayarts.org

SARATOGA CLAY ARTS CENTER KIDS&CLAY SUMMER FUN UNPLUG & GET DIRTY! School’s out, summer’s here, it’s time to ramp up the fun at Saratoga Clay Arts Center! Summer 2020 brings an exciting series of clay programs for ages 6-16, taught by professional local artists/teachers and ranging in themes and techniques. Camps are open to all skill levels, beginning and up. Pinch pots, slab projects, wheel throwing, glazing, and firing techniques come together to provide each student with exciting new experiences, new skills and their clay creations to take home to use and share with friends and family. What could be better than playing with clay all summer?!

Come unplug, make art, and make friends. Choose from 14 themed half-day week-long summer camps, with the option to put morning and afternoon camps together for a full day experience! Classes run July 6 – August 28. Come for one week or all seven.

WEEK 1 - JULY 6-10 AM – Around the World in Clay PM – Wheel Boot Camp WEEK 2 - JULY 13-17 AM – Wheel Boot Camp PM – Ice Cream, You Scream

WEEK 3 - JULY 27-31 AM – Clay Castles PM – Wheel Boot Camp WEEK 4 - AUGUST 3-7 AM – Wheel Boot Camp PM – Table for Two WEEK 5 - AUGUST 10-14 AM – Monster Mania PM – Wheel Boot Cam

WEEK 6 - AUGUST 17-21 AM – Under the Sea PM – Wheel & Raku WEEK 7 - AUGUST 24-28 AM – Clay Critters PM – Wheel Boot Camp

Visit Saratoga Clay Arts Center’s website at www.saratogaclayarts. org for more details on programs, registration dates, fee details, and while you are there, take some time to check out the rest of their site see all that is happening at the center.

Register TODAY for some messy, exhilarating, creative fun this summer!

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Food

Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

T he Revival

of Community Supported Agriculture OWL WOOD FARM

ECHO CREEK FARM

Rhubarb Cake

WILTON MALL Wednesdays | 3 - 6 p.m.

Saturdays | 9 - 1 p.m.

by Julia Howard for Saratoga TODAY Photos by Pattie Garrett unless noted.

Yields: 12 servings

518 FARMS

Photo provided.

W

hile the mainstream media reports on crops rotting in fields due to the food chain disruption caused by COVID-19, the local agriculture scene is experiencing a different reality. Local farmers are responding to the demand for fresh food and CSA’s, once considered to be a niche market, are gaining momentum.

Community-supported agriculture (CSA) by Echo Creek Farm’s definition is “a mutually beneficial commitment between farmers and their community.”

Members of a CSA ensure a customer base and stable income for farmers throughout the growing season.

In return, the farmer provides CSA members with a weekly share of seasonal produce.

Local farms are experiencing a surge in CSA signups as consumers are looking for food that has been handled minimally on the journey from farm to table. Consumers are also looking to avoid the stresses of shopping and CSA shares offer a solution: a variety of ripe, freshly-harvested products on a consistent schedule.

Echo Creek Farm, Owl Wood Farm, and 518 Farms currently offer CSA shares. These shares vary in pricing, products, and frequency, and each farm offers pick-up and delivery options to meet customers’ specific needs.

Echo Creek Farm offers a ‘harvest share’ that runs for 15 weeks from June through September. “Our share relies heavily on familiar items. Each week you’ll receive a collection of vegetables that are in season and grown using organic methods. The amount varies

a little as the growing season changes, but it’s generally appropriate for a family of 2-4 people,” says Mike Palulis, farm owner. Pickup is at their farm in Salem.

Owl Wood Farm offers two CSA options: a standard ‘box share’ that runs for 20 weeks from June through October and a ‘market share’ where credit is added onto a gift card in increments of $100 and customers use this credit while shopping at their farmers’ market stand. Owl Wood offers ‘box share’ pickup at the farmers’ market, drive-thru pickup at their farm in Salem, and home delivery.

518 Farms offers a variety of mushrooms in their weekly ‘small ½ lb. share’ or ‘large 1 lb. share’.

Subscribers may select from blue and yellow oysters, lions main, nameko, chestnuts, maitake, and shiitake with pickup on Tuesdays at the farm in Hoosick Falls.

In addition to these CSA farm shares, Elihu Farm offers an egg subscription, Slate River Farms offers ‘box selections’ on their pastured pork and grass-fed beef, and Goode Farm offers a weekly flower subscription.

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is 3-6 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays at the Wilton Mall.

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INGREDIENTS: *Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

• 1 large egg*, at room temperature • 1½ teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

• 2 cups thinly sliced rhubarb*

• ½ cup half and half*

• 2 cups all-purpose flour, reserving 1 Tablespoon to toss with rhubarb

• 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter at room temperature • 1 cup granulated sugar, plus 2 teaspoons for sprinkling

• 2 teaspoon baking powder • 1 teaspoon salt

INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Set oven to 350 degrees. Lightly butter a 9X9 baking pan. Line the pan with parchment paper, allowing the ends to hang over the sides, so the cake can be easily lifted out of the pan.

2. Stir the lemon juice into half and half and set the mixture aside.

3. Cream the softened butter and sugar with a mixer until fluffy and pale yellow. Beat in the egg and vanilla, scraping down the bowl as necessary.

4. Toss 1 tablespoon of flour with the rhubarb.

5. Whisk together the remaining flour, baking powder, and salt.

6. Add half of the flour mixture to the butter/sugar mixture and blend in. Add all of the half and half and blend in. Finally, add the rest of the flour and blend just until combined. Don’t over mix.

Fold in the rhubarb. The batter will be thick.

7. Spread or pat the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the top evenly with a little sugar. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the cake is turning golden and a toothpick in the center comes out clean.

8. Let the cake cool slightly before cutting.

Recipe by The View From Great Island, shared by My Saratoga Kitchen Table.

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Food

Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

REMEMBER THOSE WHO Hello my Foodie Friends !

by John Reardon

Serve!

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to summer. Memorial Day started as an event to honor Union soldiers who had died during for Saratoga TODAY the American Civil War. It was inspired by the way people in the Southern states honored their dead. We would like to thank all who have either served or are currently serving our country for your service. My father served in WWII fighting on the beaches of Normandy under General George Patton; my father-in-law served 22 years in the army, training and commanding young recruits in Korea and beyond. Our parents come from a period that is called “the greatest generation.” The stories that both my father and father-in-law have given over the years about their time in the war or in the service, and the stories both my mother and mother-inlaw have told, reflect an incredible period of our history.

Now we have a new group of Heros fighting on the front lines for us. They are our Health Care Professionals, Nurses, Doctors, EMT’s, Firefighters and Police. Everyday they use their experience and risk their lives for us.

It’s sad that we may not be able to celebrate with as many of our friends as we would like but when you set this paper down look around the room at the most important people you’ll be celebrating with, your family! If the weather co-operates many of us will be grilling outside and we have a couple of tools that can be used on your grill.

• The First and most important tool is a Thin Tip Thermometer.

Range is from -40F to 450F. It is for thin and thick cuts of meat with a 6 second response. Why is it important?

How about E-Coli 0157:H7 or Salmonellosis? Rule of thumb is cook ground beef to a temperature of 155 degrees F for at least 15 seconds and poultry to 165 degrees F for at least 15 seconds. There are other temperatures for other foods so please check.

The second tool is the 20”x10.5” Cast Iron Reversible Griddle/Grill by Lodge.

Lodge Cast Iron has been making heirloom-quality cookware and accessories since 1896.

They currently operate two foundries in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, their home since the very beginning.

Backed by over 120 years of experience, each piece of Lodge cookware is crafted for durability and versatility. They don’t just make cookware — they make memories that last for generations. This 20 Inch double-burner Reversible Grill/Griddle functions as a dual cooking surface with both a smooth griddle and a ribbed grill. Fits over two stovetop burners. When used on the stove, set both burners to the same temperature for even cooking and excellent heat retention. Seasoned and ready to use.

• Seasoned with 100% natural vegetable oil • Unparalleled heat retention and even heating • Use in the oven, on the stove, on the Grill, or over a Campfire • Get a restaurant-quality sear • Use to sear, sauté, bake, broil, or grill • Made in the USA

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Office for the Aging Lunch Program

Congregate dining at the Saratoga Senior Center is Cancelled. *Home Deliver Meals are still available

Please see the following resource for nutrition during COVID19: www.saratogacountyny.gov/departments/office-for-the-aging/meal-calendar

Calendars will be available pending the return to daily meal service. Currently meals are being delivered on a bi-weekly schedule: June 4, June 18. Please call 518-884-4100 with any questions.

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INGREDIENTS • ½ cup Worcestershire sauce

• 2 ½ tablespoons brown sugar

• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

• 1 ½ tablespoons ketchup

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

INSTRUCTIONS 1. In a large bowl, blend the Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, brown sugar, and ketchup. Place the chicken in the bowl, and coat thoroughly with the sauce mixture. Cover, and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.

2. Heat an outdoor grill or inside cast iron grill for medium heat, and lightly oil grate.

3. Discard the marinade, and grill chicken 6 to 8 minutes per side on the prepared grill, or until no longer pink and juices run clear.

I personally love this tool because it’s easy to clean and with the two sides, I can cook almost any food and have even heat distribution. You can make pancakes in the morning, flip it over and cook burgers and dogs in the afternoon. I can just hear Tim Allen say “UUUEEGGHH!?!”

Contact John either through e-mail: john@saratogachef.com or call us at 518-226-4477. We can work with you on how to get those cool tools to assist with your culinary needs. We can take orders via phone or e-mail at Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store! Just before you’re ready to eat, stop and raise a glass to reflect and cheer all those who have given so much for us. Have a nice weekend and remember my foodie friends the “Life Happens in the Kitchen!”

Take Care, John & Paula

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Saratoga Arts "Breaking The Grid" For Annual Community Art Show SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Arts’ annual summer community 10x10 show has grown to become the organization’s most popular show of the year. Last year, nearly 600 pieces appeared in the show and nearly 150 pieces sold.

Since closing its doors in March due to the Covid-19 pandemic outbreak, Saratoga Arts, like so many other arts organizations nationwide, has had to become innovative by reimagining programming and exhibitions in a way that makes them accessible to audiences from the comfort and safety of their own home. To this point, classes and exhibitions have been put online.

This year’s summer community art show will be put online as well, and the exhibit will be viewable at saratoga-arts.

org June 14 – Sept. 5. The 10x10 requirement has been lifted.

“Without the limits of our gallery walls, we don’t need all of the artwork to be the same size.

This will make participation in the show even more accessible,” the organization said, in a press release. “As long as you have a computer, a digital camera (including a cell phone camera) and an email address, you can submit artwork to this show. This year for our community art show, we are breaking the grid!’”

Artists can submit their work online at saratoga-arts.org.

There is no deadline to submit work to this show. For questions regarding exhibitions programs at Saratoga Arts, contact Rebecca Zeh, Exhibitions Coordinator at rzeh@saratoga-arts.org

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Entertainment

Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

Saratoga Book Festival Online: Pandemic Memories with Roger Rosenblatt & Erica Freudenberger

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Springs Public Library Director Ike Pulver will moderate a Zoom Web presentation with memoirist, essayist, and playwright Roger Rosenblatt, from 5 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27.

Rosenblatt, whose latest book is “The Story I Am: Mad About the Writing Life,” will join in a conversation about the importance

of journaling and documenting everyday life during this pandemic with Erica Freudenberger, of the Southern Adirondack Library System, who is overseeing Leaving Our Fingerprints: Documenting COVID-19 in the Southern Adirondacks, a regional history project inviting residents to share their experiences.

This online program uses the

Zoom livestreaming platform. It will require access to a computer, mobile device with the Zoom app installed, and/or a phone for audioonly access. Registration with an email is required in order to receive information on how to connect.

The email will be sent three hours prior to the scheduled start time of the program. To register, go to: sspl. libcal.com/event/6719252.

SPAC CANCELS

2020 Ballet and Classical Season Due to COVID-19 Pandemic SARATOGA SPRINGS — For the first time in its 53-year history, Saratoga Performing Arts Center has cancelled its classical season.

The cancellations include: SPAC's summer resident companies New York City Ballet, The Philadelphia Orchestra and Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, as well as "Not Our First Goat Rodeo" featuring Yo-Yo Ma, and "SPAC on Stage."

SPAC along with its board of directors made the decision to suspend its programming this summer in recognition of the continued threat to health and safety caused by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

“So much thought, care, heart and soul go into crafting and preparing for our summer season that we truly think of it as a love letter to our community.

To find it necessary to cancel what would have been one of the most ambitious and artistically inspiring seasons to date is just gutwrenching and inconceivable,” said Elizabeth Sobol, SPAC’s President and CEO, in a statement. “But the indisputable truth is that even with our park setting and our 5,200 seats, it would be simply impossible to find a way to keep the artists and the community safe.”

Due to the impact of the coronavirus crisis, SPAC faces

the loss of millions of dollars in ticket, rental and sponsorship income. As a 501(c)3 charitable organization, SPAC depends on ticket sales and the generosity of individuals and corporate underwriters for 80% of its annual budget, which includes an education program that reaches 50,000 students throughout the Capital Region every year.

"For the past 53 years, SPAC has been a beacon of hope, light and refuge for the community -- and the support of the community has been critical to its life and longevity. The loss of ticket income, event sponsorships and key sources of revenue are going to hit SPAC incredibly hard.

Continued community support through membership, ticket donations and philanthropic contributions will be critical to how SPAC emerges from the crisis,” added Sobol.

"That said, while our traditional season is unable to continue for 2020, SPAC leadership is committed to continuing to provide the kind of inspiring and transformative experiences for which SPAC is known and loved. Our dedication to art, artists and community is undimmed. If anything, we feel more galvanized than ever to serve as a sanctuary and cultural convener for our community

during this time of uncertainty and darkness," said Sobol.

SPAC is holding dates for the return of New York City Ballet on July 13-17, 2021; The Philadelphia Orchestra on August 4-21, 2021; and Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center in August 2021, exact dates TBA. For every ticketholder of the 2020 classical season who chooses to convert all or a minimum of $25 of their ticket purchase into a tax-deductible donation, SPAC will donate two 2021 tickets to first responders and local health care workers.

Visit SPAC.org for options to donate, receive a credit, or to request a refund for SPAC performances. Ticketholders will also be contacted directly via email with their ticketing options.

Any changes to the rock, pop and country concert schedule will be made directly by Live Nation and Ticketmaster, which programs and manages those shows in addition to their related ticketing policies. Visit www.livenationentertainment. com/ticketrefund.

At the moment, the first two pop concerts of the season –June 24: KIDZ BOP Live 2020 Tour, and June 30: Steely Dan with Special Guest Steve Winwood, are still on. The cancellation of annual two-day Saratoga Jazz Festival was previously announced.

Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

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Puzzles Across 1 Bud holder 8 Horrified 14 Symbol on viola sheet music 16 One who always finds himself over a barrel?

17 Pessimistic sort 18 Take down 19 Kitchen counter 20 Ball 22 Guy 23 “The Dukes of Hazzard” deputy 24 __ Penh 26 Disorderly conduct 27 Excitable toon canine 28 Examines informally 30 Who, in Quebec 31 Product of New Orleans 32 Do 34 Little squirt 37 “Sure, why not” 38 Parti-colored 40 Passed perfectly 41 So-so connection?

42 Process of elimination 44 Links org.

47 Truck parts 49 “The Martian” star 50 Links mounds 51 Option for a return 53 Moses, for one 54 Reznor of Nine Inch Nails 55 Destructive beetles 57 Message to a loser 59 Zealous 60 It can help with the healing process 61 Concluded one’s case 62 Sooner or later Down 1 Kidding 2 Seinfeld character who ordered the “big salad” 3 Word origin 4 Romantic buds?

5 ‘80s Chrysler 6 Cambridgeshire cathedral town 7 “Aw, shucks” 8 Fake being

9 “Oops!” evoker 10 Optimistic sort 11 Quilting technique 12 Smash hits, often 13 Pacts 15 __ Ferdinand, whose assassination set off WWI 21 Nod 24 At a loss 25 Salma Hayek, by birth 28 Doha is its capital 29 Franklin Mint founder Joseph 31 Spinnaker relative 33 Jersey chew 34 Elongated key 35 Sleeveless smock 36 Cards nickname 39 Key of Beethoven’s Violin Concerto: Abbr.

40 Professions 43 Homer’s final character?

44 Mad 45 Family subdivisions 46 Off the mark 48 Hard weather to deal with 50 Cache of cash, perhaps 52 Seaside glider 54 Brim 56 Norm: Abbr.

58 Stock response?

Writing the Right Word

by Dave Dowling

Accuracy in word choice is a key to effective communication. In your daily writing and speaking, try to make sure you use the right word in the right place with the right spelling. By doing so, its effect will affect your communication in a positive way. This quick weekly tip will help you filter the confusion in some of our daily word choices.

This Week: Tide me over, Tie me over Tide me over, which means to help one survive a scarcityof some resource, is the correct expression. The phrase refers to a swelling tide, which can carry a small boat over an obstacle without requiring effort on the boat’s part This job will tide me over financially until i find a better one.

Dave Dowling is the author of The Wrong Word Dictionary and The Dictionary of Worthless Words. Both books are available from many book retailers, and signed copies can be obtained by contacting Dave at dave.dowling65@gmail.com

Puzzle Solutions

Week of May 22 – May 28, 2020

CHARLTON 286 Sweetman Rd., $482,575.

David and Kathleen Fitts sold property to Nicholas Querques and Cassandra Lyons.

2282 Route 67, $206,000.

Jared and Kimberly Iverson sold property to Kyle and Kristina Longo.

CLIFTON PARK 15 Montgomery Way, $303,900.

John and Dena Rich sold property to Thomas Downey and Karen Hock.

8 Southwood Dr., $330,000.

Marek Rzonca sold property to Lewis and Lisa Kotredes.

36 Aster Dr., $335,000.

Farouk Elgidely and Verna Lewis Elgidely sold property to Soumendra and Rashmishree Jena.

22 Rioux Court, $245,000.

Marian Pedersen (by Ancillary Exec) sold property to Imeme Benantar.

779 Waite Rd., $411,900.

Glenn Murphy (as Trustee) and Jennifer Jacques (as Trustee) sold property to Paul and Melinda Yourke.

2 Edward St., $106,000.

Jeffrey Vedder (as Trustee) and James Vedder (as Trustee) sold property to James and Justina Vedder.

GALWAY 1381 Point Rd., $200,000.

Donna Malebranche sold property to Galway Lake Campers Association Inc. 5744 Jockey St., $369,963.

Joseph Dannible sold property to Joseph Bowers and Ashley Chandler.

GREENFIELD 501 Spier Falls Rd., $295,000.

Richard and Heather Peschieri sold property to John Janiszewski.

23 Locust Grove Rd., $238,000.

Dylan Murphy and Jessica Clear sold property to Locust Grove Ventures.

HALFMOON 20 Lighthouse Dr., $272,000.

Bryon Bean sold property to Robert Santalucia, II.

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

Hudson River Rd., $840,000.

Troy Top Soil Co. Inc. sold property to Troy Topsoil and Aggregates Inc. 10 Stableford Place, $295,000.

Brendan French sold property to Kara and Erika Likar.

MALTA 81 Pepperbush Place, $226,000.

Shana Cubas sold property to Cheryel Brown.

3 Sierra Trace, $310,000.

John and Tara Reilly sold property to Sheri and Michael Kern.

9 Haven Ave., $100,000.

Secretary of Veterans Affairs sold property to Brian Guarneri.

2 Old Chatham Court, $240,000. Vincent and Alexandria Mastrianni sold property to Nathan Catallo.

16 Riley Cove Rd., $530,000.

Richard and Lucy Ruhle (as Trustees) sold property to Jonathan and Barbara Montag.

MILTON 29 Liberty Dr., $425,000.

Guillermo Green sold property to Jessica LaFountain and Xavier Rodriguez.

101 Prospect St., $151,500.

Heron Creek LLC sold property to Evan Solosky.

204 Malta Ave., $225,000.

Steven and Judith Esposito sold property to Two Hundred Four Malta Ave LLC.

MOREAU 2 Jamaica Ave., $227,000.

Howard Mulcahy sold property to Troy and Theresa Galusha.

62 Wilson Ave., $139,900.

Reece Rudolph sold property to Daniel and Stacey Tucker.

14 Prospect St., $239,990.

Focus on Homes Inc. sold property to Kyle Fitscher and Paige Aubin.

17 Connor Dr., $210,000.

Peter Davis (Ind and as Atty) and Michael Davis and Kenneth Davis sold property to Robert and Francesca Collodi.

502 Gansevoort Rd., $235,500.

Sandra Stamper sold property to Rejean and Suzette Lescault.

37 River St. & 16 Main St., $687,000. Glenn and Jeanmarie Gerboth sold property to Oak Valley Properties LLC. 17 Winterberry Lane, $336,905.

Michaels Group Homes LLC sold property to Darryl Barrow and Shalini Maharaj.

NORTHUMBERLAND 12 Circle Dr., $110,000.

Jason Bronson sold property to R and R Property Trust.

50 Robins Run, $362,500.

Cecelia and Aaron Green sold property to Daniel and Nicola Gosselin.

57 San Luis Rd., $176,000.

Sheila Morris sold property to Joseph Connell, III.

TOWN OF SARATOGA 1250 Route 9P, $385,000.

JJAM LLC sold property to Harold Denfeld and Karl Denfeld.

SARATOGA SPRINGS

8 Edens Way, $389,449. James Greenwood sold property to Ryan and Megan Armstrong.

77 Van Dam St., Unit 303, $358,000. Seventy Seven Van Dam LLC sold property to Nana Vaneria.

71 Spring St., $124,000.

Darrick and Margaret Simione sold property to John Williams.

181 Woodlawn Ave., $415,000.

Mary Garhartt sold property to One Hundred Eighty One Woodlawn Ave LLC.

383 Gansevoort Rd., $260,000.

Blue Stream Properties LLC sold property to Adam Thomas and Casey Russell.

5 Liz Ann Dr., $593,000.

Maria and Joseph Klimek sold property to Jeffrey and Michelle Gallo.

97 Butler Rd., $185,500.

Michael and Tracy Needham sold property to Janice Harvey and David Uebrick.

13 Tommy Luther Dr., $470,000. Susan Verhaeg (as Trustee) sold property to Seth and Brooke Harkins.

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70 Excelsior Ave., Apt 202, $475,000. Kristina Higgins sold property to Aninditz Mukherjee (as Trustee).

128 Gracemore Rd., $544,995.

Jeffrey and Erin Dunn sold property to John and Tara Reilly.

67 North St., $382,500.

Michael Trager and Sarah Loughran sold property to Douglas and Abigail Wolfson.

29 Whitney Rd., $265,000.

Marilyn Albright sold property to Nicholas Cerone and Carley Dunleavy.

STILLWATER 9 Battery Blvd. $345,000.

Gregory Beyer sold property to Darren Dodge.

57 Ferry Lane, $60,000.

Kelly Gardner and John Ferendzo sold property to Thomas Mills and Janice Gray Mills.

County Road 76, $82,500. RR Depot LLC sold property to Alfred Parella.

WILTON 14 Brentwood Blvd., $558,451.

Sonoma Grove LLC sold property to Sandra and Harvey Kalish (as Trustees).

25 Cedarcrest Dr., $305,000.

Michael and Michelle Chevalier sold property to Andrew and Alyssa Boyea.

6 Mountain Lane, $163,000.

Kelly Garafalo sold property to James and Dorotea Jarrad.

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LEGAL NOTICES Notice of formation of Scott W Wettig, NP in Acute Care, PLLC. Art. of Org. filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 03/24/2020. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of the upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the PLLC: 258 Ushers Rd., Suite 204, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22, 05/29. 98464 Notice of formation of 181 Woodlawn Ave LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/04/2020 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: 10 Royal Henley Ct, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 05/08, 05/15, 05/22, 05/29, 06/05, 06/12. 98699 Notice of formation of Northeast Pressure Wash Solutions, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York on 4/3/20.

Office location: Saratoga County. NYS Secretary of State is 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 25 Walton Street, Suite 3, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22. 98443 Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company (LLC): AJ Ryan Project Management LLC. LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on April 9, 2020. The office of the LLC is to be located

in the County of Saratoga at 115 North Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is: c/o Amy Ryan, 115 North Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The duration of the LLC is perpetual. The character and purpose of the LLC shall be to engage in any lawful act or activity.

04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22. 98409 Notice of formation of EliJen LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/08/2018 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: 721 Bruno Rd Clifton Park NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 05/08, 05/15, 05/22, 05/29, 06/05, 06/12. 98676 Notice of formation of TL Power Sports, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 11/29/19 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: 216 Ferry Blvd, South Glens Falls, NY 12803. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 05/08, 05/15, 05/22, 05/29, 06/05, 06/12. 98664 Notice of formation of RRA BUILDING AND DESIGN LLC. Art. of Org. filed with SSNY on 04/09/2020. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail copy of process to The LLC 703 Riverview Road, Rexford, NY 12148. Purpose is

any lawful purpose. 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22. 98415 Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: S. DYER CONSULTING SERVICES LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York on APRIL 8, 2020 under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law. Office location: Saratoga County. Secretary of State of New York designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State of New York shall mail a copy of the process to: S. Dyer Consulting Services LLC, 5 Edwin Drive, Charlton, NY 12019. Purpose: any lawful business activity not otherwise prohibited by the laws of the State of New York. 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22, 05/29, 06/05. 98622 Notice of formation of InfusionIVNY, LLC . Art. of Org. filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 04/20/2020.

Office location: Saratoga County.

SSNY is designated as agent of the upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the PLLC: 258 Ushers Rd., Suite 204, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: For any lawful purpose 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22, 05/29, 06/05. 98615 Notice of formation of RRA PROPERTIES AT CATHERINE ST. LLC. Art. of Org. filed with SSNY on 04/06/2020. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to The LLC 703 Riverview Road, Rexford, NY 12148. Purpose is any lawful purpose. 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22. 98433 Notice of formation of Movementality, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with

the Secretary of State of New York on 12/26/2019 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: 2 Short 6th Street, Waterford NY 12188. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22, 05/29. 98486 Notice of formation of Yale Consulting LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 4/06/2020. 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: 14 Spice Mill Blvd, Halfmoon, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22, 05/29. 98478

to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against it served upon him or her is: 66 Parish Road, New Canaan, CT 06840 . The character or purpose of the business of such limited liability company is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the Limited Liability Company Law of the State of New York. 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22, 05/29. 98472 Notice of formation of Civil Professional Services, LLC Art. of Org. filed with the SSNY on March 19, 2020. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 382 Eastline Road, Ballston Lake, NY 12019. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 05/22, 05/29, 06/05, 06/12, 06/19, 06/26. 98790

Notice of formation of RRA PROPERTIES AT ADAMS ST. LLC. Art. of Org. filed with SSNY on 04/06/2020. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to The LLC 703 Riverview Road, Rexford, NY 12148. Purpose is any lawful purpose. 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22. 98427

Notice of formation of RRA PROPERTIES AT 946 CURRY RD. LLC. Art. of Org. filed with SSNY on 04/06/2020. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to The LLC 703 Riverview Road, Rexford, NY 12148. Purpose is any lawful purpose. 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22. 98421

Notice of formation of ADK LAKE PROPERTIES, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/12/2020. The county within New York State in which the office of the limited liability company is to be located is Saratoga. The New York State Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served and the post office address

Notice of formation of JAR Creative Concepts LLC in Saratoga County. Articles of Org. filed with NY Secretary of State (NS) on April 16, 2020.

Jacob Ritz is designated as agent upon whom process may be served, service of process (SOP) shall be mailed to the LLC, 43 Hollandale LN, Apt. C, Clifton Park, NY 12065 . Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 05/22, 05/29, 06/05, 06/12, 06/19, 06/26. 98821

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National Museum of Racing Postpones Hall of Fame Ceremony and Museum Ball to 2021

Sam the Bugler opened the ceremony with a Call to the Post and John Hendrickson spoke to a Standing Room Only from the mic at National Racing Museum & HOF induction ceremony last summer. This year’s event has been postponed to 2021. Photos by Thomas Dimopoulos.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame announced May 21 it will cancel the 2020 Hall of Fame induction ceremony and the Museum Ball as a result of the ongoing health and safety concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“We are incredibly disappointed we won’t be able to have these time-honored special events this summer, but the health concerns we are facing right now take precedence,” said John Hendrickson, president of the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in a statement. “The Hall of Fame ceremony is an experience we want to be able to share with the fans.

With racing at Saratoga this summer likely to take place without spectators, we believe it is in the best interests of everyone involved and for the integrity of the event to postpone the ceremony for a year.”

The Hall of Fame ceremony was scheduled for Friday, Aug. 7. This year’s induction class — trainer Mark Casse, jockey Darrel McHargue, horses Wise Dan and Tom Bowling, and Pillars of

the Turf Alice Headley Chandler, Keene Daingerfield, Jr., and George D. Widener, Jr. — will be inducted in the traditional manner alongside the class of 2021 next August.

“The 2020 inductees will be honored together with the class of 2021 next summer in what will be a truly special ceremony,” Hendrickson said. “Being inducted into the Hall of Fame is the most prestigious honor in the sport of thoroughbred racing and we will make sure this year’s class is properly recognized for the incredible mark they have made on the game.”

The 44th Annual Museum Ball, which was scheduled for Aug. 14, is traditionally one of the highlights of the Saratoga summer social season. That event will also return to the calendar in 2021.

The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame remains closed to the public. The Museum is currently under construction, as work has resumed this week on the new Hall of Fame Education Experience.

More information on the reopening of the Museum will be forthcoming.