Bike park depicting all three phases of development.
Photo: Saratoga Springs DPW. See Story pg. 9
Saratoga Automobile Museum Looks to Break 1,000-Car Record at May 10 Spring Show
SARATOGA SPRINGS
— The Saratoga Automobile Museum will host its annual Spring Auto Show, starting at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 10 at the Saratoga Spa State Park, where they look to break their record for the number of participating vehicles.
With more than 950 cars, trucks, and motorcycles taking part in the event last year, the goal is to reach or exceed 1,000 participants this time around.
Beyond the showing of vehicles, food and automotiverelated vendors will be on site.
The event will conclude with the traditional awards ceremony and interviews between MC Ron Hedger and the winners in each of the nine judging categories. The ceremony will also be highlighted by the Best in Show award.
The show will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is free for all
spectators. Those who would like to preregister can do so for $20 at www.saratogaautomuseum. org before May 9. Registrations the day of the event will cost $25. Everyone who registers for the show will be given admission to the auto museum.
Visit www. saratogaautomuseum.org to learn more about the auto museum’s exhibits, car shows, special events, and themed summerlong shows.
May 5 & 9 Nature on the Move Walks at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park
WILTON — On MondaysMay 5 and 19 - from 10:30 a.m. to noon, Wilton Wildlife will be holding its bi-weekly Nature on the Move walks.
The walks are led by Wilton Wildlife’s volunteer Linda Hovious along with an Environmental Educator.
The walks allow participants to get out on the trails with
like-minded people and observe the beauty of nature in the spring. They are geared towards gentle exercise and are appropriate for adults at basic fitness levels. The group usually covers about 1.5 miles of trail. Nature on the Move happens every other week, year-round. Additional walks are also scheduled for June 16 and 30.
Wilton Wildlife will be also holding a Learn to Bird program from 8 – 9 a.m. Thursday, May 8. Registration is required at least one business day in advance. To register go to: www. wiltonpreserve.org. For more information, call the Wilton Wildlife office at 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve. org.
Sheep to Shawl Community Day – May 10
BALLSTON SPA — The long-running interactive “Sheep to Shawl” program at Brookside Museum returns to the Saratoga County History Center on May 10, beginning at 1 p.m.
Sheep, lambs, farmers, herders, the famous Fred the Shearer, and the Rock Day Spinning Guild will assemble on Brookside Museum’s front lawn to demonstrate every facet of sheep raising, shearing, and spinning to produce the wool clothing that was so ubiquitous in early America.
Sheep to Shawl is a hands-on, family-friendly event. Young and the young-atheart will have fun petting the sheep, meeting farmers, and participating in demonstrations.
Photo from Saratoga County History Center Facebook page
Grant Cottage Opens for Season on May 3
WILTON — Grant Cottage
State Historic Site, located at 1000 Mt. McGregor Road, opens for the season on May 3.
A variety of tours are offered, and initial hours of operation are Wednesdays through Sundays, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with additional days of operation as the season advances through the summer
months. Upcoming events: May 25 – I Gave Him My Thanks. It Was All I Had to Give. A Memorial Day Living History presentation by Grant Cottage tour guide Steve Trimm, who will portray Civil War Union soldier Rice C. Bull. On June 14, a “Community Day” will feature a full day of family
fun and history, and on June 19 a Juneteenth presentation by author and historian Field Horne will celebrate Saratoga’s black history.
For full details about Grant Cottage Programs & Events visit grantcottage.org/events. All Grant Cottage Programs & Events are FREE and open to the public.
Coming on May 24 –Art in Congress Park
SARATOGA SPRINGS —
The annual Art in the Park fair will take place 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. in Congress Park on Saturday, May 24. The event features a variety of artists representing multiple genres of work. Artists will be on hand selling and discussing their work with the public. The event will also feature live music and artist demos and is free and open to the public.
Grant Cottage. Photo provided.
Art in the Park, coming this month.
OBITUARIES
Edward A. Lenz
Edward A. Lenz, age 91, of Saratoga Springs NY, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at home, surrounded by his loving family.
Ed was born on July 22, 1933, in Cohoes NY to Clarence and Anita (Roulier) Lenz. He graduated from Schuylerville High School and attended Siena College before transferring to The Albany College of Pharmacy (Union University) where he received his bachelor’s degree in pharmacy.
Ed loved the pharmacy profession and achieved his dream of owning his own independent pharmacy when he bought his beloved Menges & Curtis Pharmacy in 1960. He ran the pharmacy full time until bringing his sons on board in 1999.
In November 1958, Ed married the love of his life Nanci (Mary Nancy Bihn), and together they shared over 66 years of marriage. They built a
life filled with family, fun and much love.
Ed was devoted to his community. He was a longtime member of the Saratoga Springs Rotary Club. He also enjoyed serving on many boards including the St. Peter’s/ Saratoga Central Catholic School Board; the City Center Authority; the Saratoga Hospital Board of Directors; the Downtown Special Assessment District Board; the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce Board; the Housing Authority Board, and many others.
In addition to his family and community, Ed had many other interests. He was proud to have been a pilot, flying his Cessna Skyhawk whenever he had a free moment. He was also an accomplished woodworker, known for his expertise in carving, making furniture, and beautiful wooden toys.
Ed will be remembered by all who knew him for his kindness, sense of humor, generosity, strength, and wisdom.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Nanci, his three children, Lisa (Mark) Lessard, Edward (Tracey) Lenz, and Michael (Dianna) Lenz; and his six grandchildren, Kate (Korey) Rankin; Sophia Lessard; Emma Lenz, Jacob (Schallehn) Lenz, Nathaniel Lenz, and Gabriel Lenz. Ed is also survived by his younger brother Joseph Lenz.
Ed was preceded in death by his parents and infant daughter
Mary Nancy.
Calling hours will be held on Friday, May 9, 2025, from 4 - 7 p.m. at William J. Burke & Sons Funeral Home, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs NY. A private burial will be at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Saratoga Central Catholic High School or Community Hospice of Saratoga in Ed’s memory.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Community Hospice of Saratoga for their support and compassion. Online condolences can be made by visiting www. burkefuneralhome.com
John Nelson LaDue
LYNNWOOD, WA — John Nelson LaDue, 84, passed away peacefully on March 19th, 2025, at Swedish Edmonds Hospital in the state of Washington. Born on March 14,1941 in Saranac Lake to his parents Bertha Mae Duquette and George LaDue. John was a graduate of St. Peter's Academy in Saratoga Springs and a veteran of our armed forces in South Korea. Before retiring he was employed by Beneficial Finance for over 30 years as a Branch Manager. Afterwards he would spend his days with loved ones, read, and
Brian Fisher
FORT EDWARD — Brian Fisher, age 58, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at his home.
Born on January 18, 1967, in Bay Shore, NY, he was the son of the late William J. Fisher and Virginia Hart Fisher.
Brian worked as an electrician with IBEW Local Union #3 for many years before his retirement. He had a deep appreciation for the outdoors, especially the tranquility of the lake and the breathtaking views of the Adirondack Mountains.
Brian also enjoyed the thrill of the Saratoga Racetrack and had a lifelong love for horses and racing. Above all, he treasured the time spent with his beloved daughter, Hope, who was the light of his life.
He is survived by his cherished daughter, Hope Fisher, and her mother, Jacqueline Fisher who was married to Brian for 32 years; his brothers, William
ride his bicycle to stay in shape. His arch nemesis (if I were to say) was the Dentist, whom he despised but made a pact with regardless, to the benefit of both parties. Remember to brush your teeth!
John enjoyed playing sports such as basketball, softball, and golf. He especially loved visiting the Saratoga Race Track with friends and family to watch the horses and hang out. John was also an avid fan of music and photography, sharing the joys of both with his family as well as his ability to cook a mean pork chop.
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his wife, Karen Kivelin-LaDue, and his siblings, Albert (Bing) LaDue, Frank LaDue, and Mary Ellen Tarantino. He leaves behind his brother, Jimmy LaDue; his daughter, Kari Dailey; his son, Brent LaDue; his stepson, Ian Davis; and his close friend (and ex-wife), Marguerite LaDue. John also leaves behind several grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He will continue to live on in our hearts.
Fisher (Victoria), Thomas Fisher (Grace), Michael Fisher (Colleen), and Richard Fisher; his sisters, Susan Hartman (Joseph) and Donna Midwinter (John); along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who will deeply miss him.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by other loved ones who have gone before him.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Living Waters Church of God, 4330 Route 50, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. A reception will follow in the church fellowship hall.
Arrangements are under the care of Compassionate Funeral Care, Inc., 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Online condolences may be shared at www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.
James Leonard Long
ALBANY — James Leonard Long, passed away April 18, 2025. Family and friends were invited to call on Sunday, April 27, at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY. A funeral service followed. Condolences may be shared at www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.
Richard Hoague
TROY — Richard Hoague passed away April 25, 2025 at St. Peter’s Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. A Christian graveside service was held on Thursday, May 1, at St. Mary’s Cemetery, 225 Main Street, South Glens Falls, NY 12803. For online condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.
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Annual Turning Point Symposium & Bus Tour in Schuylerville This Weekend
SCHUYLERVILLE, NY
— The Saratoga County 250th
Commission today announced the 4th Annual Turning Point Symposium will be held on May 3 from 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Old Saratoga American Legion Post, 6 Clancy St. in Schuylerville.
As an enhancement to the Symposium, a guided bus tour following the Knox Trail will be offered on May 4th.
General registration for the symposium is $89 and includes a light breakfast and deli lunch. The guided bus tour is $75 and includes a box lunch. Those interested can register for both events at Saratoga250.com.
Formerly known as the Women in War Symposium, the event features renowned authors and historians presenting on Revolutionary War history. This
Library Seeks Halfmoon Trustee for Appointment
CLIFTON PARK — The Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library Board of Trustees is seeking to fill a vacant seat on its 11-member board. This vacancy is due to the recent resignation of a sitting trustee representing the Town of Halfmoon.
In accordance with the bylaws, the sitting trustees will proceed to appoint a trustee to fill the position for the remainder
of 2025.
Residents of the Town of Halfmoon, living within the library tax district, who are interested in being considered for the vacant position should contact Alex Gutelius, Library Director, at agutelius@sals.edu or 518-371-8622 for details about the application process. Applications are due by Tuesday, May 20.
year, topics related to Henry Knox and his Noble Train of Artillery have been added to coincide with the 250th anniversary of that historic event, which will be commemorated later this year. Additionally, book vendors, augmented reality exhibits and an 18th century artillery display will be available throughout the day.
Departing from the Gateway
Visitor Center on 30 Ferry St. in Schuylerville, Sunday’s event will be following the sled tracks of Henry Knox and his Noble Train of Artillery. The tour will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., highlighting sites from Fort Miller to the Mohawk River.
To register or for more information, please visit Saratoga250.com.
Saratoga County History Center to Host Pollinator Partnerships Event May 18
BALLSTON SPA —
A pollinator partnership community event will be taking place at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 18 at the Brookside Museum. This event, hosted by the Saratoga County History Center, will bring together a panel of guests from the area’s master pollinator gardens.
Participants will have the opportunity to listen to these experienced pollinator garden members discuss their efforts to create habitats for the pollinators that support local ecosystems and agriculture.
Program presenters will include the founder of SoBro Conservancy of Saratoga Tom
Denny, Balet Flowers and Design Owner Suzanne Balet, Saratoga Spa State Park Master Gardener Valerie Robinson, and Master Gardener of Pauline’s Pollinator Habitat at Pitney Meadows Community Farm Mina Dunnam.
After all remarks, attendees can join in the naming and dedication of the center’s nascent and evolving pollinator garden. Refreshments will be offered to all that attend following these events. For more information check www.brooksidemuseum. org.
The Brookside Museum is located at 21 Fairground Ave. in Ballston Spa.
47th Outdoor Market Season Begins
The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is proud to kick off its 47th Outdoor Season in Saratoga Springs at High Rock Park on Saturday, May 3rd, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. From fresh produce and plants to artisan goods and delicious treats — it’s all here, and it’s all local.
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Lamb”. Photo by Sue Clark Spring contest photo submissions close May 27. One photo will be chosen each week.
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Congressman’s Town Hall Draws Capacity Audience in Saratoga Springs
by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS
— U.S. Rep. Paul Tonko appeared onstage in front of a packed house in Saratoga Springs on April 23, when the Democrat representing the 20th Congressional District hosted a Town Hall.
In contrast to some fiery protests that have occurred during similar town halls across the country, the congressman’s event at Saratoga Springs High School’s Lowenberg Auditorium – where all 1,134 seats were occupied - progressed smoothly for the duration of the near 90-minute gathering.
“I know there's a lot of fear, a lot of concern, a lot of anger in the room tonight. I feel it and I understand it, and I'm angry too,” Tonko began, during his opening remarks, prior to answering questions posed by event emcee Reverend Joe Cleveland - minister of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs - and from
attendees chosen via a realtime lottery draw. “Your fight is my fight, and I will never stop fighting for the hopes and the aspirations that we all have for this great country.”
Many of the questions posed by the audience sought guidance.
“With so much going on, what can we do, what can you do, to stop this?” asked one. “What do we do?” “What actions can we take in our lives to push back on what’s happening now?” inquired two others.
In late March, the Saratoga Springs Central School District Board of Education drew statewide attention when, in a 7-1 vote, the board reaffirmed “its unwavering commitment to providing a safe, inclusive, and high-quality education for every student.” The resolution specifically cited “recent federal executive orders and communications targeting transgender students, immigrant youth, and important educational policies,” as “antithetical to the principles of access and inclusion that define our
schools and our community.”
The Board’s action drew the ire of neighboring 21st Congressional District representative Elise Stefanik. “This Far Left woke ideology has no place in our communities,” wrote Stefanik, who penned a letter to U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon requesting a formal investigation be opened “on whether the SSCSD Board of Education violated federal law.”
Tonko’s 20th Congressional District includes the majority of Saratoga County. Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik represents the north and east edges of Saratoga County, and is thought to include some of the students enrolled in the Saratoga Springs City School District. Stefanik has yet to hold a public town hall during this term in the district.
“Trump and Musk continue their efforts to dismantle our education system under the guise of returning to local control their Yes Men and Yes Women,” Tonko said, referencing the school district board’s re-commitment
resolution, and potential threats of “the total elimination of federal funding for this very school district, all because this local school board made the great decision to stand up.” His response was greeted with much applause. “Hats off to Saratoga,” Tonko said. “There is no way any child should come to school in fear.”
Regarding the April 15 detaining of a person in Saratoga Springs by unidentified federal agents, Tonko said his office “reached out to ICE forces” for information. “We want the details on the recent incident, and we think the community deserves to know.”
Local operators of citybased agencies that provide mental health programs and housing support services expressed their concerns about whether they will continue to receive re-occurring grant funding to continue to provide those services, after receiving “mixed messaging from the administration.”
“I am working with my colleagues in the House,” Tonko responded. “Whenever we find
an injustice where they want to claw back what was earlier awarded, we’re going to fight, (although) it will probably find itself in litigation, and unfortunately these efforts take time.”
In broader terms, Tonko called threats of cuts to Medicaid “a political pressure point” that would take away coverage “from grandparents and nursing homes and moms giving birth,” criticized the Trump Administration for its methods of instituting tariffs that could potentially cause “drastic price hikes on imported goods,” a dismantling and slashing of funding for important programs and services, and pointed to due process as “the fundamental cornerstone of our democracy.”
As a form of solution, Tonko specified three courses of action. “Communication, litigation and legislation.” To the latter, Tonko specifically cited current efforts to secure partisan sponsorship that would ensure federal agency staffing levels, Social Security benefits and important services provided continue to be maintained.
Breaking Ground & Pedaling Forward: New Bike Park Coming to Saratoga Springs
SARATOGA SPRINGS —
A new bike park is coming to Saratoga Springs this summer.
A ceremonial groundbreaking ceremony was held April 28 behind the Weibel Avenue ice rinks where an asphalt pump track will be constructed during the next several weeks.
The new construction represents phase one of a potential three-phase bike park that will provide a recreational space for bicyclists in the city.
“You don’t need a fancy bike, you don’t need a specific sort of bike. You will be able to enjoy the bike park on whatever equipment that you have,” said Anna Laloë, executive director of the local youth cycling organization Saratoga Shredders.
The group, which also goes by Shredders MTB, first proposed the pump track and bike park concept to the Saratoga Springs City Council in 2022. “Shredders is all about breaking down as many barriers as possible to get more kids on bikes,” Laloë said.
The city of Saratoga Springs committed $400,000 toward construction of the park with Assemblywoman Carrie
Woerner securing additional funding, said city Public Works Commissioner Chuck Marshall.
“This park is many years in the making and I’m proud we can bring this new recreation amenity to Saratoga Springs,” said Commissioner Marshall. “Many people worked tirelessly to see this through including Anna Laloë from Saratoga Shredders, support from Assemblywoman Carrier Woerner, multiple City Council members including former DPW Commissioner Jason Golub, and the Recreation Commission, along with DPW and Rec Department staff.”
Phase 1 calls for the construction of a Velosolutions asphalt pump track. American Ramp Company will build the park. The anticipated completion of the first phase is this June.
The park will be free, open to the public and ride-at-yourown-risk, Laloë said.
“The second and third phases - one is what we call a bike playground, a smaller version of this asphalt track, but it’s for our younger riders, our beginning riders and it’s also accessible for adaptive equipment,” Laloë said.
“The third phase will be a jump
progression line. That will be for our more advanced riders that like to send it a little more.”
The idea is for people to bring their own bikes initially. The expectation is that a set of borrowed bikes will be available after the completion of all three
phases. No anticipated timeline was discussed this week regarding future phases. Those remaining phases will cost approximately $650,000 with $400,000 previously pledged funding from Assemblywoman Woerner to support the
construction of the
Commissioner Marshall was joined by Mayor John Safford, Recreation Commission Vice Chair Michelle Merola, city staff, and representatives of Saratoga Shredders during this week’s official groundbreaking.
bike park.
Bike park depicting all three phases of development. Photo: Saratoga Springs DPW.
Groundbreaking ceremony at Saratoga Springs bike park on April 28, 2025. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.
Saratoga Springs Celebrates Arbor Day with Tree Planting Ceremony
SARATOGA SPRINGS —
Members of the City Council, staff of the City’s urban forestry division, and representatives from Sustainable Saratoga were on hand to celebrate Arbor Day with a tree planting ceremony on Caroline Street April 25.
The event included the planting of 10 trees along Caroline Street following a sidewalk improvement project where trees were removed in 2023.
DPW Commissioner Charles “Chuck” Marshall, City Arborist Steve Lashomb, Mayor John Safford, Accounts Deputy Commissioner Stacy Connors, Finance Deputy Commissioner
Heather Crocker, DPW Deputy Tad Roemer, Executive Director of Sustainable Saratoga Kelsey Trudell and representatives of Sustainable Saratoga, attended the ceremony.
“This time of year, we also celebrate the collaboration between Sustainable Saratoga and the City of Saratoga Springs for the annual Tree Toga tree planting event, through which volunteers have planted a total of 454 native trees in Saratoga,” said Kelsey Trudell of Sustainable Saratoga.
Saratoga Springs has been recognized as a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation since 2017.
Big Truck Day Draws Crowd to Benefit Children’s Museum at Saratoga
SARATOGA SPRINGS —
More than 1,500 people braved the raindrops to enjoy honking horns and checking out the annual Big Truck Day event at Saratoga Spa State Park on April 26.
The hands-on celebration of wheels, wonder & learning serves as a fundraiser for the Children's Museum at Saratoga.
Voters Approve Saratoga Springs Public Library Budget
SARATOGA SPRINGS —
The Children’s Museum’s mission is to offer dynamic, play-based learning experiences that foster creativity, critical thinking, and STEM skills for children of all backgrounds.
For more information, go to https://cmssny.org.
The event allows kids and their grown-ups to get up-close and personal with an impressive lineup of trucks, specialty vehicles, and construction equipment.
Saratoga Springs City School District residents approved a tax levy of $5,433,458 to operate the Saratoga Springs Public Library in FY 2025-26. The budget was approved by a vote of 382-8.
Heather Crocker and Terry Diggory, both of Saratoga Springs, were elected to a second term on the Library’s Board of Trustees; Crocker received 343 votes, Diggory received 341. Both candidates
were first elected to the Library Board in 2020.
The library serves the residents of the Saratoga Springs City School District, and funds for the library are collected when school taxes are collected.
The proposed FY 25-26 budget contains a 1.5% increase over the amount levied in FY 24-25. An estimated $1,225,892 will be available from sources other than FY 25-26 property taxes. The tax amount for public
library purposes appears as a separate item on school district tax bills.
“We continue to expand our collections, programs, and services. In a time of great uncertainty for funding of library services on a national level, we are grateful for the continued support from our local community,” Library Board President Katie Capelli said in a statement. “We thank all those who came out to vote.”
City officials celebrated Arbor Day with a tree planting ceremony on April 25. Photo provided.
PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
BALLSTON
Schworm Enterprises Inc sold property at 422 Devils Lane to Scott Bishop for $367,500
CORINTH
Katherine Sontag sold property at 3 Wiley Way to Peter Fedorick for $376,000
Vincent Cole sold property at 404 Walnut St to Jonathan Connors for $205,000
Jacob Costello sold property at 22 Wiley Way to Carol Van Horne for $349,000
Miriam Saleem sold property at 124 Main St to 124 Main LLC for $250,000
Margaret Carter sold property at 106 Walnut St to Charles Leffler for $245,000
GREENFIELD
Sandita Reddammagari sold property at 5 Moss Creek Rd to Timothy Cronin for $920,000
MALTA
Linda Valerino sold property at 21 Pepperbush Place to Gina Williams for $275,000
Michaels Group Homes LLC sold property at 4 Wiggins
Dr to Daniel Schmitz for $487,580
MILTON
sold property at 166 West North St to Sarah Sheehan for $275,000
Justin Taylor sold property at 15 Crestline Dr to Coleen Wright for $235,000
Hunter Lane LLC sold property at 20 Hunter Ct to Laurie Simmons for $552,925
SARATOGA SPRINGS
Vito Soave sold property at 117 Union St to Christopher Davis for $450,000
513 Broadway LLC sold property at 264 Broadway Unit 101 to CB 268 Broadway LLC for $1,425,000
Saratoga Homes LLC sold property at 21 Jaipur Lane to Estates and Dreams LLC for $200,000
Thomas O’Connor sold property at 674 Crescent Ave to Debra Gonzalez for $1,750,000
Annandale Mansion sold property at 245 Clinton St to Skidmore Mansion LLC for $3,200,000
Trojanski Custom Builders sold property at 30 Doten Ave to Michael Messier for $350,000
Robert Vassi sold property at 2 Gick Rd to Jason Cho for $620,000
Traci Wallace sold property at 10 Knight Way to Lindsey Gulbrandsen for $355,000
Douglas Kwazneski sold property at 63 Gilbert Rd to Chad Hunter for $295,000
WILTON
Wilton Mall LLC sold property at 3065 Rt 50 to Wilton Mall Development for $24,800,000
Bradley Mitchell sold property at 4403 Rt 50 to Phoebe Doran for $278,400
Janell Anderson sold property at 16 Carr Rd to Jordan Wilcox for $386,000
Forest Grove LLC sold property at 16 Angeles Ave to Matthew McHale for $875,811
This beautiful log home at 5982 Greens Corner Rd in Galway was listed by Kate Naughton from Roohan Realty and sold for $515,000
Flowers and Design Company Opens
New Barn in Malta
MALTA — Balet Flowers & Design celebrated the grand opening of its new barn last week on Earth Day.
The Flower and Arts Barn is stocked with bushes, perennials, annuals, herbs, vegetables, hanging baskets, handmade pottery, and additional gardening supplies.
The company also
specializes in creating floral designs with a “unique country flair” for weddings and other special events.
Until July 3, the new barn located at 5065 Nelson Avenue Ext in Malta will be open daily from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. From July 5 until December 23, it will be open every day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (except Thanksgiving).
“Food as Medicine” Project Helps Locals in Need
SARATOGA SPRINGS —
In the wake of federal funding cuts for food and hunger relief programs, Pitney Meadows Community Farm and the Saratoga Hospital Community of Excellence have received funding from international nonprofit Health Care Without Harm for a Food as Medicine pilot program in Saratoga County.
The program, designed to strengthen the local food system while improving health outcomes, will provide enhanced Food as Medicine produce boxes to residents of three housing communities in need: the Stonequist Apartments in Saratoga Springs, the Intrada Apartments in Saratoga Springs, and the Riverview Apartments in Corinth.
Each participant will receive biweekly deliveries of locally grown, nutrient-dense food, along with educational materials on healthy eating and meal preparation. These deliveries will feature a diverse array of seasonal produce, grains, legumes, and other farm
products, purchased directly from Pitney Meadows and a network of other local farms.
The Saratoga Hospital Food as Medicine Community of Excellence Workgroup, led by Pitney Meadows, spearheaded the development of this pilot. The workgroup convenes healthcare providers, community organizations, and food producers to help ensure the program effectively meets local health and nutrition needs.
“This project not only increases access to fresh, healthy food but also sets a model for how communities can sustain these initiatives long-term,” said Dr. Renee Rodriguez, a Saratoga Hospital Community of Excellence representative, in a news release. “By gathering data on health outcomes and program impact, we aim to make this a replicable solution for communities nationwide.”
“As federal funding for
hunger relief and small farms declines, initiatives like this become even more vital,” said Daniel Williams, assistant farm manager of Food Sovereignty Programs. “Pitney Meadows and our partners are working to ensure Food as Medicine programs remain viable and sustainable through innovative partnerships and local investments.”
According to a recent report by ABC News, food bank managers across the country have said that their supplies, which were already strained by post-pandemic rising demand, have been worsened by recent cuts in federal funding to food distribution programs. In March, the U.S. Department of Agriculture cut $500 million from the Emergency Food Assistance Program, which buys food from domestic producers and sends it to pantries nationwide.
Photo via Balet Flowers & Design.
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New Saratoga Vibes Design Signals Start of SPAC Season
by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS —
Last week, Druthers Brewing unveiled the latest can design for Saratoga Vibes, a light lager with hints of lemon and lime, available at Druthers locations and the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC). In an Instagram post, Druthers called the beer “a favorite seasonal tradition that hypes us all up.”
The can design by artist Jean Ellen Sotansky depicts a band with an impressive lightshow playing on the SPAC stage. The image may be inspired by Goose, a jam band that played at SPAC twice in 2024 and once in 2023.
Sotansky, a Saratoga local, is also responsible for large-scale murals at Druthers, Hattie’s, Osteria Danny, and Nashville of Saratoga.
The new can heralds the arrival of the SPAC spring/summer concert season, which kicks off this month.
Stewart’s and NYRA Debut Belmont-Themed Ice Cream
by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS
— After a quick bugle call in the parking lot of the recently renovated Stewart’s Shops at 402 Lake Avenue, the ice cream maker partnered with the New York Racing Association (NYRA) to unveil the “Bel-Mint Stakes,” a tribute version of Mint Cookie Crumble.
The Belmont-themed flavor will be available at Stewart’s counters for a limited time, from April 28 until June 8 (the final day of the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival at Saratoga).
“Stewart’s and Saratoga Race Course have worked closely for many years,” said Stewart’s Chief Operation Officer Chad Kiesow in a press release. “It is exciting to expand our partnership to celebrate the Belmont Stakes, an event that brings so many racing fans and so much energy to the community.”
Stewart’s is also offering a special $99 three-day general admission pass for the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival at participating store locations.
Stewart’s Chief Operation Officer Chad Kiesow toasts to the new Belmont Stakes-themed ice cream with Pat McKenna, Vice President of Communications for the New York Racing Association (NYRA). Photo by Jonathon Norcross.
Photo via Druthers Brewing Company.
SPAC Earns Sensory Inclusive Certification, Launches New Education Programs
SARATOGA SPRINGS —
The Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) announced this week that it has earned a Sensory Inclusive Certification from KultureCity, a national nonprofit at the forefront of the inclusivity movement.
The certification builds on the launch of SPAC’s new “AllAccess Nights” and “Access the Arts” education programs, which offer free classes designed to promote a greater sense of belonging in arts programming for individuals with developmental, intellectual, and
physical disabilities.
One of the only certified locations in New York State, SPAC School of the Arts opened in 2021 and is a multidisciplinary school that provides music, theatre, and dance programming for children and adults.
“SPAC has always been dedicated to increasing access to arts education and the live performance experience,” said SPAC Chief Executive Officer Elizabeth Sobol in a statement.
“But over the past few years, we have expanded from solely
presenting music and dance classes to incubating new educational programming that prioritizes barrier-free arts access. Becoming one of the only Sensory Inclusive Certified locations in New York State is an incredible achievement for our SPAC School of the Arts and we are proud to continue this important work serving our community.”
KultureCity’s Sensory Inclusive Certification has been widely embraced by venues, stadiums, and cultural institutions across the globe.
The program provides training and resources, enabling teachers and staff to better accommodate individuals with sensory sensitivities. As a result, families and individuals can enjoy arts classes, live events, and public spaces with greater comfort and ease. Sensory sensitivities or challenges with sensory regulation are often experienced by individuals with autism, dementia, PTSD, and other similar conditions, regardless of age. Individuals might become overwhelmed by crowds, lights, sounds, smells, or other external stimuli. As part of the certification process, SPAC School of the Arts staff were trained by leading medical and neurodivergent professionals on how to recognize guests with sensory needs and how to handle a sensory overload situation. Sensory bags (equipped with noise canceling headphones), fidget tools, verbal cue cards, and weighted lap pads are also now available to all guests at SPAC School of the Arts.
SPAC also recently announced that it has launched
a new “All-Access Nights” program at its SPAC School of the Arts, developed as a response to the need for inclusive spaces for schoolage students, their families, and caregivers. The program launched with a pilot session in the fall with free music, theatre, and dance classes. The spring session runs every Wednesday through May 7, with the next session planned for Wednesdays in June.
“All-Access Nights” follows the creation of “Access the Arts,” a program for adults which began in 2023 and has since expanded its reach, working with six organizations including AIM Services and Saratoga Bridges across Warren, Washington, Albany, Saratoga, Schenectady, and Montgomery counties. The program takes place three days a week at SPAC School of the Arts with free music, improv theatre, and dance classes for adults in day habilitation programs. “Access the Arts” culminated in a final celebratory “share” with all students, staff, caregivers, and community members on April 30 at the Spa Little Theater.
The SPAC School of the Arts “Access the Arts” final shares at the Spa Little Theater on April 30. Photo by Jonathon Norcross.
EDUCATION BRIEFS
Saratoga Lions Club Announces $30K in Scholarships
SARATOGA SPRINGS
— The Saratoga Springs Lions Club will award $30,000 in academic scholarships to six graduating high school seniors at a celebratory dinner on May 21 at Mama Mia’s in Saratoga Springs.
• The $10,000 Jack Berkowitz Memorial Scholarship will go to Carol Wang.
• Sarah Woytowich and Norah Hoke will each receive a $5,000 Lions Academic Program scholarship.
• Rory Serritella, Katelyn Hogan, and Liam D’Evelyn will each receive a $2,500 Lions Academic Program scholarship.
All are seniors at Saratoga Springs High School and all were chosen based on their essays on their community service as well as their academic achievement, letters of recommendation, and all-around participation and leadership in sports, music, and other school organizations.
Wang has an unweighted GPA of 98.57. She plans to study neuroscience and biology. During her high school years, she was director of volunteers for the
Stories for Success programs at Saratoga Hospital, Schuylerville’s Universal Pre-K, and Troy’s Universal Pre-K. Wang also is a youth board member of the Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library and a volunteer at Saratoga Hospital. She also participated in several science programs at Skidmore College and Albany Medical College.
Woytowich has an unweighted GPA of 97.11. She plans to study chemistry, with a goal of becoming a physician. She is a volunteer at Saratoga Hospital and the Soup Kitchen at LifeWorks Community Action. She’s also a member of the future medical leaders club and several honor societies.
Hoke has an unweighted GPA of 99.32. She plans to study mechanical engineering. She is a member and lead programmer of a robotics team with 4-H; a STEM Week volunteer teaching children to build Lego robots and write code; a Robotics Showcase Volunteer at the Saratoga County Fair; and a volunteer coordinator and engineering station leader in the Science in the Community Club, which presents programs about STEM at local elementary schools.
Hogan has an unweighted GPA of 95.38 and plans to study early childhood education and special education, with the goal of becoming a kindergarten teacher. Her volunteerism is focused on working with and raising funds for St. Baldrick’s Childhood Cancer, the “Melodies of Christmas” program to benefit The Melodies Center at Albany Med, Give A Child a Christmas, and the Saratoga Literacy League.
Serritella has an unweighted GPA of 96.98. He plans to study business, finance, and accounting with the goal of a career in business administration. He is a volunteer with Toys for Tots, the American Red Cross, Saratoga Hidden Horseshoes, the Athlete Mentor Program, Best Buddies, and Project Lift.
D’Evelyn has an unweighted GPA of 98.09 and plans to study engineering. His volunteer endeavors include Bikeatoga, where he repairs bicycles for the free bike donation program, and the Saratoga Rowing Association, where he is a junior coach and a member of the Learn to Row program. He also works as the audio/visual technician and manager for the Presbyterian United Church of Christ.
American History
Essay Winners Announced
SARATOGA SPRINGS
— The Saratoga Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) awarded certificates and monetary prizes to local flag and American history essay winners on April 22 at the Saratoga Holiday Inn. The flag essay winners were from Lake Avenue School:
Maceo London (1st place), Eve Cornish (2nd place), Abigail Black and Matthew Puryemebida (3rd place tie).
The American history essay winners were from Orenda Elementary School: Addison Bradley and Emily VanHuesen.
The flag essay subject was
“What does the American flag mean to me,” and the American history topic was the “Edenton Tea Party in 1776”.
Maceo London’s flag essay was sent to the New York State DAR flag essay contest as the chapter winner. London then placed 2nd in the statewide contest.
Photo provided.
Summer Camp
When school is out, the kids need entertaining, socialization and time outside. The pressure is on for parents to provide it as a ordably as we can. The Town of Green eld’s summer day camp is a perfect solution, with its morning-only format and a full array of traditional camp activities that kids will love. The camp is held at Green eld Elementary School at 3180 Route 9N
Sign up for all ve weeks or those that work for your schedule. Daily drop o is at 8:30 a.m. and pick up is at 12:30 every day but Thursday. New this year, Thursdays are extended days for eld trips, with pick up at 2:30 p.m.
Activities include obstacle courses, hiking, gardening, Taekwondo, arts, crafts, as well as organized games and sports clinics to play and learn soccer, ag football, kickball and more. Weekly visitors bring excitement like live wild animal encounters, giant water slides, food trucks along with basketball, yoga and dance instructors. Field trips include train rides, Sky Zone, the Saratoga County Fair, Liberty Ridge and more. There are weekly camp values and awards for things like honesty, inclusion, sharing and helpfulness. Every day ends with a free lunch program and many weeks end with a sweet ice cream treat.
“We pride ourselves on giving these often electronicsfocused kids an action-packed morning touching grass with their peers,” said Town of Green eld Recreation Director Jennifer Zeisler. “We bring adventure to every age group all while bringing back a focus on important values like kindness, honesty and friendship. I think we have perfected the idea of a community camp with many of the bells and whistles of a faraway camp for a fraction of the cost to parents.” Students in Kindergarten through ninth grade are welcome and will be supervised with a 2:10 counselor/camper ratio. The camp features 30 trained camp counselors, most of whom once attended this camp themselves. Parents can choose early drop o for an additional cost. Signups open March 3 to Town of Green eld residents, and March 12 to the public. Scholarships are available.
REGISTRATION
Residents: March 3
Nonresidents: March 12 (518) 893-7432 EXT. 307 for more info
JUNE 30 - AUGUST 1
Monday-Friday
8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., extended days on Thursday (early 8:00 a.m. drop off and transportation available)
LOCATION: Greenfield Elementary School 3180 Route 9N
Greenfield Center, NY
Food
The Saratoga Farmers’ Market Celebrates 47 Years Strong
HIGH ROCK PARK
SATURDAYS
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
WEDNESDAYS 3 - 6 p.m.
- Live Music Every Week
by Jodie Fitz for Saratoga TODAY
TheSaratoga Farmers’ Market is proud to kick off its 47th Outdoor Season in Saratoga Springs at High Rock Park on Saturday, May 3rd, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. From fresh produce and plants to artisan goods and delicious treats — it’s all here, and it’s all local. Come experience why the Saratoga Farmers’ Market is truly “The Place to Be!”
What’s in store to celebrate 47 incredible years?
- Exciting Festivals & Seasonal Events:
- 74 Vendors Every Saturday | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- 25 Vendors Every Wednesday | 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
- BRAND NEW Merchandise line (new tote, new cooler bag, new long-sleeve and short-sleeve options, coffee mugs and more)
- Free Kids Club Wednesdays starting July 2nd through September 3rd
• July 12 – The Berry Bash
• August 23 – Flower Festival
• September 27 – Festival of Lanterns & Pumpkin Festival
• October 25 – Howling Halloween
Don’t miss the official ribbon cutting on Saturday, May 3rd at 8:45 a.m. at the South Pavilion — come early and help us celebrate!
To mark this exciting milestone, the Market is also launching a brand new website on May 1st, complete with a calendar of events and the latest market news. Visit saratogafarmersmarket.org to explore and sign up for the weekly newsletter.
The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is open: Wednesdays | 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturdays | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at High Rock Park, Downtown Saratoga Springs. Find us online at saratogafarmersmarket.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @SaratogaFarmersMarket. And, don’t forget to join the market’s FREE weekly newsletter.
Easy Chicken Tacos
YIELDS: 6 servings | PREP & COOK TIME: 30 min
INGREDIENTS:
*Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano*
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs*
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 12 mini flour tortillas, warmed
• 1 cup pico de gallo, homemade or store-bought
• 1 avocado, halved, peeled, seeded and diced
• ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves*
• 1 lime, cut into wedges
INSTRUCTIONS:
In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
Season chicken with chili powder mixture.
Heat canola oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Working in batches, add chicken to the skillet in a single layer and cook until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 4-5 minutes per side. Let cool before dicing into bite-size pieces. Serve chicken in tortillas, topped with pico de gallo, avocado, cilantro and lime.
SATURDAY MARKET VENDORS:
Albany Distilling Company
Albany/Saratoga Off Leash
K9 Training
Argyle Cheese Farmer
Awakened Tonics LLC
Bake the Best
Bakery Suzanne
Bella Blends
Breakfast Nook, LLC
Back to Zero foods
Bakery Suzanne
Balet Flowers & Design LLC
Ballston Lake Apiaries
Burger MarketGarden
Canopy Nursery
Daily Fresh
Euro Delicacies
Feathered Antler
Furlong Farmhouse Lavender
Gomez Veggie Ville
Goodway Gourmet
Grazin’ Acres Farm
Great Norther Pantry
Halfmoon Harvest
Hepatica Farm LLC
Holly & Vine Farm
IsaNomCakes
Jenny Jo’s Smoothie Bar, LLC
Jireh Organic Farm & Live
Stock of NY
Katie Bakes GF
Kokinda Farm
Kona Ice of Clifton Park
La Capital Tacos
Leaning Birch Farm
Longlesson Farm
Lovin’ Mama Farm
M & A Farm
May-K-Mark
Muddy Trail Jerky Co.
Mugzy’s Barkery
Nally Coffee
Nettle meadow
New Scotland Spirits
Night Work Bread
Northbound Boutique LLC
Old Tavern Farm
Old World Farm
Owl Wood Farm
Parchment Baking Company LLC
Pebble + Fern
Perogi, Pierogi, Pyroogi
Puckers Gourmet
Radiant Living Healing Arts and Massage
Rams Valley LLC
Renaissance Pesto
Salsas Maximus
Saratoga Apple
Saratoga Candles
Saratoga Peanut Butter Co.
Saratoga Suds ’n’ Stuff
Scotch Ridge Berry Farm
Something’s Brewing
Springbrook Hollow Farm
Distillery
Sweet Treats by Jennifer LLC
Sydney Anechiarico Jewelry
Talmadge’s Vegetables
The Bull and Bee Meadery
The Mushroom Shop LLC
Thorn + Roots
Thymeless Homestead
Tyromance Fine Snacks
Underwood’s Greenhouse/
Shushan Valley Hydro Farm
Wild Hogs Sugar Shack at Maple Milk Farm
Yago’s Munchie Machine
Yankee Distillers LLC
ZyPours Art
WEDNESDAY MARKET VENDORS:
9 Pine Designs
Bella Blends
Burger MarketGarden
Caliva Cookie Co.
Euro Delicacies
Flowering Sound Farm and Center LLC
Furlong Farmhouse Lavendar
Gifford Farms LLC
Gomez Veggie Ville
Holly & Vine Farm
Kona Ice of Clifton Park
La Capital Tacos
Main Street Distillery
Mister Edge Sharpening LLC
Owl Wood Farm
Paper Dragon Farms
Pebble + Fern
Porcupine Hill Apiary
Pure and Co.
Rams Valley LLC
Saratoga Apple
Saratoga Candles
Springbrook Hollow Farm
Distillery
Sweet Stacks Saratoga
Tyromance Fine Snacks
by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY
because it is grown easily all over the world. It has a toasty yet somewhat bitter taste and gives Mexican dishes a certain flavor that cannot be replaced. Chile Powder is actually a blend of dried, powdered chiles, cumin, and oregano. Other spices are sometimes included in the mix, but those are the key ingredients. It is used primarily for seasoning meats and vegetables but has other uses as well.
When cooking with spices, the room fills with aromas that fill our senses. Have you ever walked into a place and smelled
Spice up YOUR TASTE
Hello my Foodie Friends!
Happy Cinco de Mayo. Many of us foodies may be planning some celebrations for this event. Cinco de Mayo is a holiday that commemorates the Mexican army's victory at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. Although a relatively minor holiday in Mexico, the day is a popular celebration in the United States. And what better way to celebrate than to eat delicious Mexican food? An essential item needed in most recipes for Cinco de Mayo includes spices. Traditional Mexican cuisine has a distinct taste, and it's made up of a few common ingredients. That spicy flavor is due to things like onions, garlic, chile powders, herbs, spices, and a few that are specific to this style of food. Oregano and cumin bring a lot to that signature Mexican flavor. Cumin has been around since the beginning of history. Its origin lies somewhere in the Mediterranean but has expanded in popularity
your favorite memories? Smells of cooking can trigger memories so strong and real it feels like you’ve been transported back in time and brings a picture as sharp as a photograph of a special time in your life. Through food we exchange stories of ourselves and our families. Spices have a way of transporting you to another place and time. Each spice or collection of spices has a story, and a wonderful, beautiful one at that. Spices are flavor enhancers! That might seem rather simplistic, but it really sums up how to think about spices and get the best from them.
Grilled Chicken Street Tacos
INGREDIENTS
CHICKEN
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
• 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 Tbsp. paprika
• 2 tsp. cornstarch
• 2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
• Kosher salt
• 2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs
CREMA & ASSEMBLY
• Vegetable oil, for grill
• 3/4 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, roughly chopped, plus finely chopped leaves for serving
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1 tsp. finely grated lime zest
• 1 tsp. fresh lime juice
• Kosher salt
• 24 (4 1/2") corn tortillas
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• Sliced radishes and lime wedges, for serving
INSTRUCTIONS
CHICKEN
Rather than seeing these strange little bits of bark, seeds and roots as something to be used only on special occasions, or just when a recipe calls for them, look at your spice shelf as flavor enhancers to be added to your cooking (or even drinks) in small quantities at any time. You can add pretty much any spice you like to anything you cook - you’ll soon find there are NO RULES to making something taste delicious – the only way to really understand it is through trial and error.
Having said all that, you shouldn’t normally be able to
1. In a large bowl, whisk garlic, lime juice, oil, paprika, cornstarch, oregano, cumin, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Add chicken and toss to coat.
2. Let marinate at least 15 minutes at room temperature or cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours.
CREMA & ASSEMBLY
1. Prepare a grill for medium-high heat; preheat 5 minutes. Lightly brush grates with oil.
2. In a small food processor or hand mix, combine sour cream, cilantro, garlic, lime zest, lime juice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until combined and cilantro is very finely chopped (mixture will turn light green). Alternatively, finely chop cilantro and whisk remaining crema ingredients to combine.
3. Remove chicken from marinade and grill, turning once, until cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part registers 165°, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer chicken to a cutting board. Let rest 5 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, grill tortillas, turning halfway through, until charred in spots and pliable, about 20 seconds. Wrap tortillas in a clean kitchen towel or foil to keep warm.
5. Finely chop chicken. Stack 2 tortillas and fill with chicken. Drizzle with crema and sprinkle with onion, radishes, and cilantro. Serve tacos with lime wedges alongside.
Recipe Courtesy of Delish at delish.com
clearly identify a particular spice in your cooking - if you can taste a spice clearly, the chances are you’ve added too much. If you taste your food as you go and add seasonings in small quantities your cooking will improve, and your food will have more flavor. The saying ‘you can always add more, but you can never take away’ is a good one to bear in mind, so just add a little at a time, tasting all the time until you’re happy with it.
For some Americans, one perceived impediment to cooking with spices is the dislike of spicy food, even though spices are not spicy hot, per se. Spices can make food richly flavorful and aromatic, but they make it hot only if you
add fresh, powdered or flaked chile peppers. That heat comes with a few benefits — spicy hot food reduces the need for salt, plus it helps the body sweat and potentially remove toxins.
At Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store located at 33 Railroad Place, we offer many spices that can be used to help you with your Cinco de Mayo culinary creations. Stop in and spice up your taste with some unique flavors you have yet to try. Remember my Foodie Friends, “Life Happens in the Kitchen.”
Take Care, John & Paula
This Week’s Events: MAY 2-8
FRIDAY, MAY 2
Sewing Skills: Mending
Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs | 10 – 11:30 a.m. Lost a button? Skirt hem coming loose? Shirt coming apart at the seams? Learn some basic sewing techniques for repairing clothing and household items to improve the longevity of your textiles. Thread and tools will be provided, along with scrap fabric to practice on. Adults & Teens are welcome. Please register online, sspl.org.
Friends Book Shop
Saratoga Springs Public Library, Dutcher Community Room, 49 henry St., Saratoga Springs | Noon – 4 p.m. Books are 2 for $1 and 5 for $2. All ages.
SATURDAY, MAY 3
4th Annual Turning Point Symposium and Guided “Sled Tracks of Henry Knox” Tour
Old Saratoga American Legion Post, Clancy St. and Fort Hardy Park, Schuylerville. 8:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Cost is $85/ person. Includes a continental breakfast, coffee & tea, beverages, snacks, and a buffet deli lunch. Immerse yourself in a full day of education and discovery featuring renowned authors and historians sharing insights into one of the most pivotal moments in American history. Then, join us May 4 for a bus tour with distinguished Knox scholar, Dr. Phillip Hamilton, and explore key locations along the Henry Knox Noble Train of Artillery Trail. May 4, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Cost $75. Includes box lunch. Bus Departure and Return both at Fort Hardy Park. To register and get tickets, visit www.saratoga250. com.
Rummage Sale and Chowder & Soup Sale
Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church, 768 Charlton Rd. Charlton, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
comic con platform. Growing larger, also expanding into the Hilton Hotel attached to the City Center. For more information on Saratoga Comic Con please visit http://www.saratogacomiccon. com.
Spring Faire
Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs, 62 York Ave., Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Maypole dance, farm animals, live folk music, natural crafts and homemade foods.
Craft Fair Fundraiser
The King's School | 6087 Route 9N, Hadley | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Join us for a wonderful day of shopping and community at our Craft Show Fundraiser. Browse unique handmade crafts, explore vendor booths, enjoy delicious baked goods, and bid on exciting items in our silent auction. We'll also have food for sale and a special area where you can learn more about our school's mission. With Mother's Day just around the corner, it's the perfect time to find a heartfelt gift while supporting a great cause. We can't wait to see you there! Contact Katie 518-518-701-4382-4382 for more information.
Celebrate The Art of Quilting
Maplewood Parkway Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Wings Falls Quilters Guild invites the community to “Celebrate The Art of Quilting”. This event will showcase a variety of quilts created by guild members, highlighting both traditional and modern quilting techniques. Experience an old-fashioned bed turning, a unique storytelling presentation and quilting demonstrations. For those looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift, a boutique will feature a selection of handcrafted items made by talented guild members. Admission is $5, children under 6 are free. For more information, visit. Wings Falls Quilters Guild on Facebook.
Saratoga Comic Con
Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Also, on Sunday, May 4, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Due to ever-rising demand of pop culture and family friendly events, Saratoga Springs will host its 10th year on its pop culture
Free
Concert
Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway, | 12 - 1 p.m. “Songs of the American Revolution by Cosby Gibson and Tom Staudle,” will celebrate the upcoming 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This patriotic program includes historic songs and a brief narrative of the history of the Revolutionary War. This program is intended for teenagers and adults. Please register to attend by calling 518882-6385.
Chicken and Biscuits
Dinner
Old Stone Church, 159 Stone Church Rd., Ballston Spa | 4 – 7 p.m. Pick up only. Dinner includes biscuits, chicken and gravy with carrots and peas, green beans and cranberry sauce and a choice of homemade pie (apple, pumpkin or fudge pecan). Cash or check accepted. Dinners cost $12. To reserve dinners, call 515-583-1002 or call the church at 518-522-4482. State number of dinners, choice of pie and pick up time. Pick up is in the church parking lot located behind the church.
SUNDAY, MAY 4
Composting Workshop
The Presbyterian-United Church of Christ, 24 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs | Noon. The public is invited to a workshop on composting as well as a potluck lunch. The event is part of the church’s ongoing commitment to sustainable environmental practices. Immediately following the workshop there will be lunch at 12:45 p.m. and then the Environmental Action Team will host a garden orientation and planting to kick off the 2025 growing season. For more information, contact the church office at 518-584-6091.
Music for an Adirondack Spring
United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 3 p.m. The Saratoga Chamber Players’ concert musicians will
include Jill Levy, violin; Rosemary Nelis, viola; Ashley Bathgate, cello; and Andrius Žlabys, piano/ composer. This will be a rare chance to hear Žlabys perform his own “Echoes of Light” for solo piano and explain the inspiration for the work, an homage to Mozart. Also, on the program are works of Haydn, Franck, and Brahms. Tickets: students $20, seniors $25, adults $30 may be purchased by mail sent to P.O. Box 60; Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 or online at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ music-for-an-adirondack-springtickets-950906686497.
MONDAY, MAY 5
Galway Preservation Society Meeting
Galway Town Hall, 5910 Sacandaga Road, Galway | 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:45. A short business meeting at 7 p.m. will be followed by this month’s program. David Brooks, Historic Site Assistant and Education Director at Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site will present the program, "A Crossing Situation". David will explain how the engineers of the Erie Canal worked around the impediment the Schoharie Creek posed to Erie Canal, from designing and building the earliest dam to the incredible John B. Jervis designed Schoharie Creek Aqueduct. Open to the public, free of charge. If you choose, annual family or household memberships are available for $10 per year. Please join us for some fun and to learn more about our local history.
TUESDAY, MAY 6
Pierogi Sale
Christ the Savior Orthodox Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake | Pick up 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Potato/cheese, sauerkraut, and farmer's cheese will be available. Pick-up is from 11 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. You can call 518-363-0001. We will confirm orders.
Catholic Daughters of the Americas Meeting
Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs | 5:45 p.m. Court McLaughlin #422 will hold its monthly meeting. Members will meet for recitation of the Rosary, followed by refreshments and fellowship. Business meeting
will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. All members and those interested in joining are welcome to attend. For questions contact Regent Dawn Weber 518-226-5641 or email CDA422Saratoga@gmail.com.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 7
Virtual Author Talk with Dr. David H. Rosmarin ZOOM Program, Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library | 2 p.m. Dr. David H. Rosmarin, author of Thriving with Anxiety, will share a constructive, compassionate, and evidence-based approach to help you feel less anxious, become more self-accepting, connected to others, and resilient. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www. cphlibrary.org
Chicken and Biscuits Dinner
Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Take out only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon to place an order at 518-584-2585. Menu: Chicken and Biscuits, mashed potatoes, vegetable, salad. $15 (cash only).
You Can Grow Cut Flowers
Cornell Cooperative Extension, 50 W. High St., Ballston Spa | 6 – 8 p.m. Get ready to blossom with Jingjing, Commercial Horticulture Educator from the Capital Area Agriculture and Horticulture Program! Dive into the delightful world of flower production where you'll learn the ins and outs of sustainable techniques, soil health, and season extension. Plus, we’ll tackle weed control, integrated pest management, and marketing strategies that will leave you feeling like a gardening guru! Registration $5 per session. Email Jessica Luse jmh452@ cornell.edu.
Pickin’s
The Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa | 6 - 9 p.m. Open to the public, free admission and ample free parking. All acoustic musicians who enjoy playing country/ western, folk, gospel & bluegrass are welcome to participate. If you don’t play, become part of the audience and enjoy the music. Bring a snack to share. Beverages provided. Call 518-885-4229 with questions.
...events continued
THURSDAY, MAY 8
Secret Gardens Kick-Off Garden Party
Sunnyside Gardens, 345 Church St., Saratoga Springs, 5 – 7 p.m.
Socialize and shop for Mother’s Day and for yourself. This annual event is free and open to the public, featuring wine and nibbles courtesy of Sunnyside, a host of chock-full raffle baskets, and background music provided by Phil Drum. The party celebrates and supports Soroptimists of Saratoga County’s upcoming 30th Secret Gardens Tour, which will feature nine gardens in Saratoga Springs on Sunday, June 29. Tour tickets will be ready for purchase in May online and in person at several locations. Sunnyside donates to Soroptimists a portion of proceeds from sales, including gift cards, during the May 8 event. Visit www.soroptimistsaratoga. org for more information. Email questions to secretgardesninfo@ gmail.com.
James Alan Marvel
ALBANY — James Alan Marvel passed away April 22, 2025. He was born on April 19, 1941, in North Hornell, NY. Interment with military honors was held on Wednesday, April 30, at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. For condolences visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.
UPCOMING Events
Famous Brown Bread and Bake Sale
Spring has sprung and our kitchen is, once again, steaming up just in time for Mothers’ Day! Simpson United Methodist Church is having our semi-annual Brown Bread & Bake Sale. The cost is still $8 per loaf. Pick-up dates: Friday, May 9 between 4 pm and 6 pm and Saturday, May 10 between 9 am and 2 pm. Our address is 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls. Bake sale on Saturday. Call 518-885-4794 to place your order. Please leave your name, telephone number and the number of loaves you would like to reserve; and if possible, let us know if you will be picking up on Friday
Anne Robbins-Bunker
GLENS FALLS — Anne Robbins-Bunker, passed away April 19, 2025. Family and friends were invited to call on April 24 at Compassionate Funeral Care. A Mass service was held on April 25 at Our Lady of Seven Dolors followed by a graveside service at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Fair Haven, VT. For condolences visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.
or Saturday. A representative from Simpson will call back to confirm your order.
Veterans Celebration 2025
The Goat Brothers and Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2586 present the celebration on Saturday, May 10 from 1 – 7 p.m. at 373 Crescent Ave., Saratoga. Sponsored by OSME Inc. Cost is $10 per person. Proceeds to benefit local Veteran organizations. Many of us have firsthand experience with or know a Veteran in need. Won’t you please lend a hand? If you have a donation call 518-583-3398 to arrange pickup.
4th Annual Mother’s Day Flower Sale Fundraiser
Saturday, May 10, 9 a.m. until sold out. Gateway House of Peace, located at 479 Rowland Street, Ballston Spa.
Jill Lauretta Conley
MECHANICVILLE — Jill Lauretta Conley passed away April 20, 2025. A graveside service was held on April 25 at Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery followed by a celebration of Life at the Ballston Spa Elks Club, Ballston Spa. For condolences visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.
Malta Armed Forces Day Parade
Set to take place on Saturday, May 10 at 10 a.m. on Rt 9 in Malta. This vibrant event will bring together residents, first responders, businesses, military members and veterans to celebrate. The race will kick off at 2540 State Rt 9 and travel south through the roundabout. It will then travel north on Rt 9 concluding at the Malta Community Center. Attendees can expect a spectacular lineup featuring marching bands, colorful floats, classic cars and smiling faces. The parade is free and open to the public. Join us before the parade for the Annual Malta Mile Road race. This 1-mile race begins at the Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Dr., Malta to register for the race go to runsignup.com/Race/NY/ Malta/MaltaMile.
Paul F Brummagyn
FORT ANN — Paul F Brummagyn passed away April 22, 2025. To respect Paul’s final wishes there will be no services. His family will mourn privately. As Paul touched many lives over the years, the family would enjoy hearing any cherished memories, which may be shared at www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.
Veterans Business Council Jamboree
VFW Post 420, located at 190 Excelsior Ave, Saratoga Springs, will be hosting the VBC Jamboree Fundraiser on Thursday, May 15. Cornhole Tournament with prizes, 3 p.m. to finish. BBQ by Dizzy Chicken at 4:30 -6:30 p.m. Free live music and Cash Bar. Cost is $100 for a 2-person cornhole team, includes BBQ for 2. BBQ Tickets: $20 in advance online, $25 day of event. All are welcome to come and enjoy live music and support veterans. Proceeds benefit programs for veterans through the Veterans Business Council. For BBQ tickets, Cornhole signup and more information visit http:// www.vbcjamboree.com VFW Post 420. Or call 518-584-9686, leave a message.
Donna M. Schneider
CORINTH — Donna M. Schneider, 88, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Donna will be laid to rest with her husband on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Road, Schuylerville, NY. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
Home Made Theater Presents American Classic Musical, Oklahoma
SARATOGA SPRINGS
— Home Made Theater will present the American Classic musical, Oklahoma across two weekends starting on Friday, May 9 at the Pitney Meadows Community Farm in Saratoga Springs. First debuting in 1943, Oklahoma is considered to be the musical that pioneered the combination of music, lyrics, plot, and dancing to tell a cohesive story, launching a golden age in American theater.
The story of this musical surrounds the rivalry between local farmers and cowboys in a western territory just past the turn of the 20th century. This rivalry then creates the pathway for the love story between the charming cowboy Curly and
the feisty farm girl Laurey, while also opening the audience up for the contrasting comedy of Ado Annie and Will Parker. Performances will take place Friday May 9 and 16 at 7 p.m., Saturday May 10 and 17 at 2 and 7 p.m., and Sunday May 11 and 18 at 2 p.m. There will also be a performance on Thursday May 15 at 7 p.m.
General admission tickets for the performances will be $25. Students with ID can purchase tickets for $20.
Pitney Meadows Community Farm is located at 223 West Ave. in Saratoga Springs. Visit www. homemadetheater.org or call 518-587-4427 for tickets and other information.
Tang Museum Stages Visit with Artist Penny Arcade
by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS
— Legendary writer, poet, actress, and theatre-maker
Penny Arcade visited Saratoga Springs last week, where she participated in two days of events.
On April 24, Arcade (aka Susana Ventura) was the featured guest in conversation with Skidmore College professor Joseph Cermatori. The program was part of the Dunkerley Dialogue program at the Tang Teaching Museum. The museum is currently featuring the exhibition “a field of hum and bloom.” The exhibit runs through July 20.
The following day, she returned to the Tang Museum and was interviewed by students as part of Dayton Director Ian Berry’s The Artist Interview class. The goal of the class is for students to learn how to interview artists and about creating new oral histories. Arcade is also an archivist, oral history maker, and
videographer, and along with longtime artistic collaborator Steve Zehentner, founded "The
Lower East Side Biography Project,” which may be viewed at YouTube.
Saratoga Voices Kicks Off 55th Anniversary at Zankel, In Advance of Carnegie Hall
SARATOGA SPRINGS
— Saratoga Voices kicks off its 55th anniversary year with a performance at Arthur Zankel Music Hall, at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 10.
Zankel Hall is located on the campus of Skidmore College.
The masterworks concert features a full orchestra and professional soloists. The program consists of Mozart's Ave Verum Corpus, Haydn's Missa Cellensis, Vaughan Williams' Five Mystical Songs, and Fauré's Cantique de Jean Racine. Tickets are available at
saratogavoices.org. In June, members of Saratoga Voices will be performing Fauré’s Cantique de Jean Racine at Carnegie Hall, featuring Saratoga Voices Artistic Director Noah Palmer conducting in his Carnegie Hall debut.
HMT presents Oklahoma. From left to right – Tricia Reilly as Ado Annie, Scott Brown as Will Parker, Lauren Schirnhofer as Laurey, Ken Kashe as Curly, and Sharon Piegaro as Aunt Eller. Photo: Anne-Marie Baker.
Penny Arcade at the Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College on April 24, 2025. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.
“Thank
You, Mom.” Saratoga DJ
Publishes Book Paying Tribute to his Mother – Event May 6
SARATOGA SPRINGS
— Jerry Crouth, Saratoga Lake FM DJ, will presents his new book, “Thank You, Mom: My Life’s Stories Growing Up in the Forties,” at the Saratoga Senior Center May 6.
The book pays tribute to Crouth’s mother, who brought up young Jerry and his five siblings, after his father was permanently institutionalized in Marcy Mental Hospital, one month before Jerry’s birth.
“We didn’t just survive,” Crouth said. “We had very happy formative years living together. It was all because of our mother.”
The book acts as a testament to the strength the family found in each other, and includes memoirs written by the author’s mother.
Crouth will provide a book overview at the event at the Saratoga Senior Center, which takes place 10 a.m. Tuesday. The event, free and open to the public, will include an author signing as well as the 244-page book available for purchase. Those unable to attend may learn more about the book at: store.bookbaby.com/book/ thank-you-mom and on Amazon.com
Little Big Town with Special Guests Wynonna Judd and Shelby Lynne at SPAC July 31
SARATOGA SPRINGS
— Little Big Town is hitting the road in 2025 with their Summer Tour '25, bringing their signature harmonies and live show to amphitheaters across North America.
Produced by Live Nation, the 22-city tour includes a stop at Broadview Stage at Saratoga Performing Arts Center, on July 31, with special guests
Wynonna Judd and Shelby Lynne.
Little Big Town – consisting of members Karen Fairchild, Phillip Sweet, Kimberly Schlapman, and Jimi Westbrook – burst onto the music scene 25 years ago with smash hits “Boondocks,” “Bring It on Home,” “Good as Gone” and “Little White Church.” The band’s
‘Missionary
SARATOGA SPRINGS
— Following a blockbuster 2024 tour that saw them headline stadiums across the globe, blink-182 returns to the Capital Region with a show at Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Sept. 7.
Mark Hoppus, Tom
DeLonge, and Travis Barker’s Missionary Impossible Tour follows the release of their latest album “One More Time,” the first album in over a decade with the original trio back in the studio.
Special guests Alkaline Trio will play in a supporting role.
breakthrough albums Tornado and Pain Killer produced multiple No. 1 singles, including “Pontoon,” “Tornado,” and “Day Drinking,” as well as the history-making, best-selling country single “Girl Crush.”
The tour follows Little Big Town’s celebrated 2024 performances and marks the band’s first full summer headline run since 2019.
On tour: blink-182 will stage a show at SPAC in September.
“Thank You, Mom,” by Jerry Crouth.
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Writing
the Right Word by Dave Dowling
Accuracy in word choice is a key to effective communication. In your daily writing and speaking, try to make sure you use the right word in the right place with the right spelling. By doing so, its effect will affect your communication in a positive way. This quick weekly tip will help you filter the confusion in some of our daily word choices.
This Week: Hear, Listen
Hear means to be aware of sounds in your ears. Can you hear me over there despite all the noise?
Listen means to pay attention to something you can hear. You usually need the preposition to with it. Try to listen to what the instructor has to say about the test.
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
Notice of formation of Althine Health & Home LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/26/2025 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: 242 Sandhill Road Greenfield Center, NY 12833. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 4/18, 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23/2025. 14681
Notice of formation of D&M Northern Properties, LLC.
Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/22/2025 . 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: 7 Elizabeth St., St. Albans, VT 05478. 3/28, 4/04, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/02/2025. 14771
Notice of formation of The 13 Acres LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on March 18, 2025. 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: 17 Wheeler Road, Edinburg, New York 12134. 3/28, 4/04, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/02/2025. 14773
Notice of formation of Gorman Lions LLC.
Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State
of New York on 03/04/2025 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: 2070 East St., Galway, NY 12074. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.3/28, 4/04, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/02/2025. 14772
Notice of formation of A Cut Above Charcuterie LLC.
Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/25/2025. 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: 1 Wineberry Lane, Ballston Spa NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/28, 4/04, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/02/2025. 14787
Notice of formation of CJL DESIGN SERVICES LLC.
Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on MARCH 11, 2025. 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: 29 Locust Ridge Drive, Corinth, NY 128222400. 3/28, 4/04, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/02/2025. 14788
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NOLETTE’S METAL ROOFING AND SIDING SUPPLIES LLC. Articles of organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY)
on 03/26/25. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 1252 Saratoga Road, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 4/04, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/02, 5/09/2025. 14794
Annual meeting of the Rock City Falls Cemetery Association, Monday May 12th, 2025 7:00 pm at the offices of Cottrell Paper Company 1135 Rock City Rd Rock City Falls, NY 12863 Your tax-deductible donation is very much appreciated. 4/25, 5/2, 5/9/2025. 14797
Notice of formation of Here and Now Onsite Yoga, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 3/20/2025. 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: Shelby Moszkowicz, 11 State Seal Rd Apt 204, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. 4/04, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/02, 5/09/2025. 14820
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: The Paralegal Pros, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 4/1/2025. Office location: Saratoga County. The Secretary of State of New York (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, 63 Putnam Street, Suite 202, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: for any lawful purpose. 4/04, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/02, 5/09/2025. 14827
Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company Pursuant to New York Limited Liability Law, Section 206(c). The name of the limited liability company is JR2 Home Improvements LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State on March 28, 2025. The office of the limited liability company is to be located in Saratoga County. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process may be served; the post office address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process served is 134 County Route 10, Corinth, New York 12822. The purpose of the business is to engage in any lawful activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the Limited Liability Company Law. 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16/2025. 14843
Notice of formation of AVY ADVERTISING LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/26/2025 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process
EMAIL: CDURFEY@ saratogapublishing.com 2254 Route 50 South Saratoga Springs
should be mailed to the LLC at: 6093 FISHER FLOW TRAIL, BALLSTON SPA, NY, 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16/2025. 14849
Notice of formation of Revive Autohaus LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 04/07/2025 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 9 Hampstead Pl Apt 304, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16/2025. 14855
Notice of formation of Gregory Chandler, LCSW, PLLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/22/2024 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the PLLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the PLLC at: 14 Myers Ln, Schuylerville, NY 12871. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16/2025. 14853
Notice of Formation of GNC Management & Consulting, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 1/3/2025. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be
Week of May 2 - May 8, 2025
served. SSNY shall mail process to: 70 Daketown Rd, Greenfield Center, NY 12833. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. 4/18, 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23/2025. 14861
Notice of formation of Black N’ Blue Sips LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/26/2025. 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: Lisa Marie Wallace, PO Box 804, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 4/18, 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23/2025. 14877
Notice of formation of Capital Region Publications, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on November 5, 2024. 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: 946 Route 9, Unit D, Gansevoort, New York 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23. 5/30/2025. 14905
Notice of formation of Smith Carpenter Holdco LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 04/16/2025 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: 69 Waterview Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23. 5/30/2025. 14911
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF PRIMAL SNACK COMPANY LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 03/19/2025.
Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC, 85 Milton Avenue, Apt., 3, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: any lawful activity. 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23. 5/30/2025. 14907
Notice of formation of Spring and Baldwin, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on December 16, 2024. 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: 1299 Peaceable Street, Ballston Spa, NY, 12020. Purpose: The purpose of the business of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which the LLC may be organized under the Limited Liability Law for the State of New York. 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23. 5/30/2025. 14918
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Articles of Organization of 8 Gick Road, LLC (“LLC”) filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on April 8, 2025, effective on the date of filing. Office Location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at 110 Excelsior Avenue, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866, which shall be the principal business location. The purpose for which the LLC is formed is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the NYS Limited Liability Company Law. 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23. 5/30/2025.
Backstretch Outfitters and Co. LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of
LEGALS
NY (SSNY) on 04/17/25. Office in Saratoga Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to c/o Lemery Greisler LLC, 60 Railroad Place, Suite 502, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: General. 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23. 5/30/2025. 14938
Notice of formation of Rustik Roots, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 2/3/2025. 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: P.O. Box 225, Saratoga Springs, NY. 12866 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23. 5/30/2025. 14958
Notice of formation of Glampover Events LLC
Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 2/20/2025 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: PO Box 863 Clifton Park NY 12065 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23. 5/30/2025. 14955
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Escape from Saratoga, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 03/31/2025. Office location: Greenfield Center, Saratoga County, NY. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 357 Wilton Rd Greenfield Center, NY 12833. PURPOSE: FOR ANY LAWFUL PURPOSE. 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23. 5/30/2025. 14951
Notice of formation of Noodles and Goose LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/27/2025 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: 400 Center Street, Corinth NY 12822. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23. 5/30, 6/6/2025. 14970
Notice of formation of Bluebird Acre Farm, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on April 11, 2025. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to the LLC at: 21 Bluebird Rd, South Glens Falls, NY 12803. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23. 5/30, 6/6/2025. 15000
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law. Name: 1237 Peaceable Street LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on April 28, 2025. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: c/o The LLC, One Washington St., PO Box 2168, Glens Falls, NY 12801. Purpose: Any lawful act or activities. 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23. 5/30, 6/6/2025. 15005
Notice of formation of R&S Photography LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/04/2024. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 36
Buell Ave. Ballston Lake, NY 12019. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23. 5/30, 6/6/2025. 15013
Notice is hereby given that a license, number pending for Beer, Liquor and/or Wine has been applied for by the undersigned: Amigos DIner LLC, DBA Compadres Diner to sell Beer, Liquor and/or Wine at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 666 Saratoga Road, Gansevoort, Saratoga County.
Diana Garcia, Compadres Diner
5/2, 5/9/ 2025, 15009
Notice of formation of Jillian’s Housekeeping & Co LLC. Articles of Organization filed with New York State Dept. of State on 4/9/2025. The County within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is located in Saratoga. The Secretary of State is designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process is to the limited liability company at Leigh Jillian Fecteau, 1085 Gerling St, Schenectady, NY 12308. Company is organized for: Any lawful purpose. 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23. 5/30, 6/6/2025. 15012
LakeFeltProperty LLC
Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 04/28/25. Off. loc: Saratoga Co. SSNY des. as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to LakeFeltProperty LLC, 217 Brookwood Road, Waterford, NY 12188. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23. 5/30, 6/6/2025. 15026
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Racing Museum Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
SARATOGA SPRINGS —
The National Museum of Racing in Saratoga Springs added seven inductees to its Hall of Fame last week.
• Racehorse Smarty Jones, a finalist for the first time, was the lone selection in the contemporary category
• Racehorses Decathlon and Hermis, as well as trainer George H. Conway, were chosen by the 19001959 Historic Review Committee
• Edward L. Bowen, Arthur B. Hancock III, and Richard Ten Broeck were elected by the Pillars of the Turf Committee
The 2025 Hall of Fame class will be enshrined on Friday, Aug. 1, at the Fasig-Tipton Sales Pavilion in Saratoga Springs at 10:30 a.m. The ceremony will be broadcast live on the museum’s website. The event is open to the public and free to attend. Tom Durkin will serve as the master of ceremonies.
SMARTY JONES
Bred in Pennsylvania by Someday Farm, Smarty Jones (Elusive Quality—I’ll Get Along, by Smile) raced from 2003 through 2004, winning eight of his nine career starts, including the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes in his sophomore season, and he won the Eclipse Award for Champion 3-Year-Old Male in 2004. Owned by Roy and Pat Chapman under their Someday Farm banner, Smarty Jones was trained by John C. Servis and ridden exclusively by Stewart Elliott. On May 1, 2004, Smarty Jones became the first undefeated Kentucky Derby winner since Seattle Slew in 1977, with a 2¾-length victory over Lion Heart before a crowd of 140,054 at Churchill Downs. Two weeks after his Derby victory, Smarty Jones romped by a record margin of 11½ lengths in the Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course with 124,351 in attendance. He earned a career-best 118 Beyer Speed Figure for the effort, the fifth of six times he achieved a Beyer of
100 or higher. Smarty Jones was retired after a failed attempt at a Triple Crown sweep in the 2004 Belmont Stakes. He earned a record of 8-1-0 from nine starts and earnings of $7,613,155. He won his eight races by a combined 47½ lengths.
DECATHLON
Bred in Kentucky by the Nuckols Brothers, Decathlon (Olympia—Dog Blessed, by Bull Dog) raced from 1955 through 1957, compiling a record of 25-8-1 from 42 starts and earnings of $269,530. Purchased at Keeneland in 1954 for $15,500 by Robert J. Dienst (the president of Ohio’s Beulah Park) and campaigned under his River Divide Farm banner, Decathlon was trained by Rollie Shepp. In his three years of racing, the bay colt won 18 stakes and was twice named Champion Sprint Horse (1956, 1957). He set track records at Monmouth Park, Suffolk Downs, and Tropical Park, equaled two track standards at Tropical, and matched the world record for 5½ furlongs (1:031/5) at Tropical in the first division of the Inaugural Handicap in 1956. Following his racing career, Decathlon stood at Darby Dan Farm in Kentucky, where he sired 165 winners from 253 foals, including 12 stakes winners. Decathlon died in 1972 at the age of 19.
HERMIS
Bred in Kentucky by Hiram Berry, Hermis (Hermence— Katy of the West, by Spendrift) raced from 1901 through 1905 with a record of 28-8-6 from 55 starts and earnings of $84,155. A chestnut colt, Hermis was trained by Charles Hughes (July 1901 through August 1902), Jack McCormick (August 1902 through October 1902), and Alexander Shields (June 1903 through July 1905). He raced for a variety of owners, including H. M. Ziegler, L. V. Bell, and Edward R. Thomas (who paid a record $60,000 for the horse), among others. Hermis was retrospectively recognized by The BloodHorse-published book “The Great Ones” as Horse of the Year in 1902 and 1903; Champion 3-Year-Old Male in 1902; and Champion Older Male
in 1903 and 1904. Overall, he won 14 stakes, earned victories at eight tracks (Aqueduct, Brighton Beach, Gravesend, Hawthorne, Latonia, Morris Park, Saratoga, Sheepshead Bay), and carried 132 pounds or more in four of his wins. He was exported to France in 1910 and was sent to Belgium three years later. What became of Hermis is a mystery, as all knowledge of the horse’s whereabouts were lost during World War I.
GEORGE H. CONWAY
Conway (1873-1939) is best known for training Hall of Famer War Admiral to a sweep of the 1937 Triple Crown and to an overall record of 21-3-1 from 26 starts and earnings of $273,240 from 1936 through 1938. A native of Oceanport, N.J., Conway also conditioned Hall of Fame member Crusader, as well as standouts Speed Boat, War Glory, and War Hero, among others. In addition to the Triple Crown, Conway trained War Admiral to victories in the Eastern Shore Handicap, Chesapeake Stakes, Washington Handicap, Pimlico Special, Widener Handicap, Queens County Handicap, Wilson Stakes, Saratoga Handicap, Whitney Handicap, Saratoga Cup, Jockey Club Gold Cup, and Rhode Island Handicap. Suffering from heart trouble, Conway announced his retirement a week after War Admiral was retired to stud in 1938. Conway died on June 20, 1939, at his sister’s home in Oceanport.
EDWARD L. BOWEN
Bowen (1942-2025) was a prolific racing journalist and historian for more than 60 years and served the sport in various other capacities, including 24 years as president of the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation. A native of Welch, W. Va., Bowen was an Eclipse Award-winning journalist, editor in chief of The BloodHorse, author of 22 books about horse racing, and chairman of the National Museum of Racing’s Hall of Fame Nominating Committee from 1987 through 2024. He was the inaugural recipient of the Cornelius
Vanderbilt Whitney Award for meritorious contributions to the Museum in 2023. The prior year, Bowen was the Thoroughbred Club of America’s Honor Guest.
ARTHUR B. HANCOCK III Hancock III was born in Nashville, Tenn., and for six decades has been a significant presence in American racing and breeding through his establishment of Stone Farm in 1970 near Paris, Ky. A member of one of the sport’s most distinguished families, Hancock’s grandfather, Arthur B. Hancock, Sr., founded Claiborne Farm, while his father, Arthur B. “Bull” Hancock, Jr., expanded the business to where it became arguably the most important breeding farm in the U.S. during the 20th century. In his capacity as an industry leader, Hancock has served on the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission, as a director of Keeneland Association and Fasig-Tipton Company, and as a member of The Jockey Club. He co-founded the Water Hay Oats Alliance (WHOA), a group dedicated to eliminating performanceenhancing drugs in racing. Hancock is also a devotee of bluegrass music and has written songs that have been recorded by artists such as Grandpa Jones, Willie Nelson, and Ray Price. He released an autobiography in 2024 titled, “Dark Horses: A Memoir of Redemption.”
RICHARD TEN BROECK
Ten Broeck (18111892) was one of American
racing’s most prominent and accomplished figures in the 19th century, enjoying success as a racehorse and racetrack owner, thoroughbred breeder, and international racing pioneer. During the 1830s, Ten Broeck became associated with Col. William R. Johnson, one of America’s most renowned racing figures. By 1840, Ten Broeck was racing horses in his own colors in St. Louis, New Orleans, and New York. Ten Broeck’s stable began to rise to prominence and he was known as a leading turfman in the South when he took over management of the Bingaman (Louisiana) and Bascombe (Alabama) courses in 1847. In 1851, he purchased Metairie Race Course in New Orleans for $27,000. Under his management, Metairie became the premier track in the country in the decade prior to the Civil War. Ten Broeck later purchased Lecomte, Prioress, and Starke to race in England and became the first American owner to win an important race in that country. Ten Broeck raced in England for around 30 years. He became the first American member in the English Jockey Club. Ten Broeck regularly returned to America between English racing seasons and purchased 525 acres near Louisville, Ky., naming it Hurstbourne Stud in honor of the Duke of Portland’s estate in England. He eventually sold Hurstbourne and moved to Oakland, Calif., where he died a recluse in a small cottage.
Smarty Jones at the 2004 Preakness Stakes. Photo by Jim McCue/ Maryland Jockey Club. Photo provided by the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame.
Retired MLB Player Launches Premium Youth Glove Company
by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY
EAST GREENBUSH — Kevin Smith, an East Greenbush native whose MLB career culminated with a stint on the 2024 New York Yankees, has a new venture keeping him busy during retirement: a premium youth glove company called Kali Gloves.
Smith, a Columbia High School grad who also played with the Toronto Blue Jays and Oakland Athletics, co-founded Kali Gloves with Matt Talarico, the Yankees' former director of speed and baserunning.
The idea for their new collaboration was born in the Yankees clubhouse, where players and staffers struggled to find a high-quality, customizable leather glove specifically designed for kids and little leaguers. Smith began taking matters, quite literally, into his own hands.
“We started to cut up gloves in the locker room,” Smith told Saratoga TODAY. “I was cutting up my own gloves trying to figure out a way to make them easier to close [and] have them fit little kids’ hands better…We took our experience of seeing kids always using the wrong glove, making it harder for them to be good at playing catch and play the game and have fun, and we paired it with as many innovations as we could to say, ‘Okay, this is the glove that I want my kid to have.’”
The key ingredient in the Kali Gloves recipe is Japanese kip leather, which is lighter and softer than traditional rawhide, but durable enough to hold its shape after years of wear, tear, and ground balls. It’s also easier to break in, and it does a better job molding itself to the smaller hands of young athletes.
According to Talarico, one unnamed MLB All-Star said he liked a Kali glove designed for Talarico’s daughter better than four custom gloves designed just for him. “He couldn't believe there was a youth glove that felt like that," Talarico said in a message posted to the Kali website.
This All-Star apparently wasn’t the only major leaguer to try out a Kali glove. Smith said that Yankees ace Max Fried recently wore one at Yankee Stadium.
“A lot of former players and coaches are buying it for their kids,” Smith said. “That was the best thing because they’ve been around the game for so long.”
The swanky-looking gloves are all 10.5 inches, an ideal size for kids learning baseball basics. They also feature elastic wrist laces that prevent slipping and sliding, elastic finger loops that ensure correct hand placement, and palm slits that help the gloves maintain their shape and performance over time. All told, the Kali glove distinguishes itself from both cheaper competitors and pricier custom gloves that can sometimes take up to a year to receive. (By contrast, a mintcolored Kali glove imported from Japan takes only 3-4 weeks to arrive.)
Smith said that designing and manufacturing these youth gloves began as a hobby, but soon blossomed into a booming business.
“We went through a bunch of prototypes that started catching on and a lot of people were interested in them, so we figured we’d make a few more, and it’s been really fun,” Smith
said. “The long-term vision is to be a youth athletic company trying to make premium products for kids, ones that help them play the game and love the game better.”
It might not be long before Smith, who is settling into a post-playing career in Arizona, starts designing gloves for his own kids: an 18-month-old and a 7-month-old.
“I got to play in the big leagues and my wife traveled with me and we had a lot of fun but now we’re trying to grow a
family, and the hotel life with two little kids wasn’t going to be ideal,” Smith said. “My family still lives in Albany [and] we’re in [Arizona] raising a family.”
Last season, Smith played in two games for the Yankees, the team he grew up idolizing as a youngster. “I was one of those
kids watching [Derek] Jeter every night,” Smith told the YES Network’s Jack Curry during spring training.
Perhaps now, young New Yorkers watching the Bronx Bombers on TV will have better gloves to bring with them to the ballpark.
A young Kevin Smith, who grew up in the Capital Region as a New York Yankees fan before becoming a Yankee himself in 2024. Photo via Smith’s X account.
A Kali baseball glove. Photo via Kali Gloves.
