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Vagrancy: A Solution-Based Approach by Rebecca Davis Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — The conversation surrounding homelessness and vagrancy has exploded in the last few months, even weeks. However, it’s not just conversation anymore – action is happening now. On Monday, May 16, dozens of prominent community members met at the City Center to brainstorm real, tangible solutions for homelessness. From business owners and leaders of non-profit charities to Mayor Yepsen and others in local government, everyone came together that evening and used their individual skills and expertise to develop a plan. Mark Bertrand, the founder of the non-profit The Giving Circle,

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was present at the solutions session on Monday. Using his experiences of helping the impoverished around the globe and his many nights working at Code Blue, he already has a lot of great ideas for how to solve the issue of homelessness. However, he wants to make sure the solution is grounded in understanding and empathy. “These are issues we have to remedy, but the concern is that it’s done with a compassionate hand. There is a lot of misinformation out there – a lot of prejudice and hatred that is not based in fact,” explained Bertrand. “There has been a lot of talk about the difference between vagrants and the homeless, but the bottom line is that they’re people. First and foremost they are human beings.”

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WILTON — The title, sommelier (SO-muhl-yay), brings to mind an aged gentleman with precisely correct manners and an extensive wine expertise. Or you might think of sipping your favorite decades-old vintage, enjoying the exquisite combination of aroma and taste, watching the liquid gently cling to an elegant crystal wine glass. You might even conjure up an image of women with their colorful skirts and hair tied up, stomping grapes with bare See Sommelier pg. 14

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Man on the Street “What was your first pet like? How old were you when you got him/her? ”

“I have a black mini poodle that I got when I was 10. His name is Ozzie.” – Maya Clarke-Brunetto, from Saratoga Springs

“I was one and had a golden retriever named Bailey.” – Emily Chartrand, from Saratoga Springs

“I was six when I got a goldfish named Freckles. He had all these little dots on him and we thought that made him look unique. But it was actually a disease—and he died after the first day!” – Sarah Kisiel, from Saratoga Springs

“I was seven and had a parakeet named Henry V. My older brother named him – he was a history nerd.” – Mark Petronis, from Saratoga Springs “I grew up on a farm and we had a lot of animals. It was hard to tell between pets and farm animals. My first ‘pet’ was probably a chicken!” – Katie Petronis, from Saratoga Springs

“I had a husky/German shepherd when I was nine. Her name was Paco, even though she was a girl. She was named after ‘101 Dalmations.’’ – Joseph Nickels, from Saratoga Springs “I was three when I got a shih tzu named Kelzy.” – Cassie Burton, from Saratoga Springs

“My first pet was a chowchow when I was six. He looked like a lion. His name was Cujo, even though I was scared of the movie as a kid.” – Darius Holmes, from Saratoga Springs “I got my cat Midnight when I was four.” – Maggie Knight, from Saratoga Springs

“My cat Goldie – I got him when I was nineteen. I was allergic to him at first, but that went away after a while. I actually saved him from the neighbors who were into animal sacrifices.” – Maggie Bergara, from Rock Tavern “I was either five or six when I got my cat Pupsie. He was pretty mellow but he still annoyed my dad!” – Bill Domanico, from Rock Tavern

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by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Kara Storti has been blessed with the gift of articulation – the ability not only to communicate – but to reach into her own soul, and touch yours. This has been evident since her high school (Burnt Hills/Ballston Lake) days, when, as a young songwriter, she dazzled audiences with her original, introspective lyrics, a sweet, yet powerful voice, and melodies that grabbed you and wouldn’t let go. It was obvious that, despite not being old enough to buy a drink at some of the places she played music (such as Gaffney’s, during songwriter nights) with her band, or solo behind the keyboard, that she could more than hold her own with seasoned veterans twice her age, maybe more. There was no doubt in anyone’s mind that saw her perform that she would be a pro – and a successful one at that. Fast forward just over a decade, and we find that Kara has done just that – become a professional who has taken her craft of writing to a new level, with the publication of her third novel, Tripping Back Blue, that will have its New York release next Thursday at Northshire Bookstore. This ‘homecoming’ to her native area will include reading, Q + A, and book signing. In addition to being a novelist, Kara has applied her craft to professional outlets. After high school, she migrated to Boston (her current

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home), where she logged a stint at Harvard University’s office of correspondence for Harvard’s thenPresident Lawrence Summers, and currently does medical writing for Vortex, a pharma company that develops drugs to combat cystic fibrosis. “I love medical writing,” Kara noted, “After Lawrence Summers left/got booted at Harvard, I stayed

around for a bit during the search for his successor in the Provost’s office, but I needed to get more stimulation from writing.” This came from the medical field, but more importantly from writing fiction as well. Don’t judge a book by its cover, and in the same vein, don’t let Kara’s sweet persona and her good-natured Continued on page 26.

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WEEK IN REVIEW SPAC Announces $5 million Capital Campaign

SARATOGA SPRINGS — At the Saratoga Performing Arts Center’s (SPAC) Annual Membership Meeting on Wednesday, May 18 in the Hall of Springs, SPAC and its Board of Directors announced new strategic 2016 50th Anniversary Season initiatives, including a $5 million capital campaign and donor recognition wall display; the election of two new members to the

Board of Directors; two new major grants; a successful “$50 for 50” fundraising campaign; and the June launch of a new arts education program for local children. The SPAC Board of Directors elected two new members, Sonny Bonacio and Richard Higgins, both residents of Saratoga Springs. They will fill vacancies on the board created by outgoing directors Ed Mitzen and

Nancy Toohey. The Charles R. Wood Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to SPAC to support two arts education initiatives for Capital Region children: a new pilot dance program entitled “The Performance Project: Youth in Motion” and SPAC’s “Classical Kids” program, which takes the arts directly into classrooms around the Capital Region.

CDTA to hold Family Fun Day in Saratoga to Highlight Route Reconstructing SARATOGA SPRINGS — The beginning Sunday, May 29, and new route. Carnival games, cotCapital District Transportation will include more hours and will ton candy, a photo booth and Authority announced that they provide more travel connections music will be included as well as will hold a free family fun day throughout the county, further information about the enhanced on Saturday, May 21 in Congress meeting the needs of travelers, route reconstruction from CDTA Park in Saratoga Springs to cel- riders and workers. CDTA will Travel trainers. For more inforebrate its new route reconstruct- host Family Fun Day along with mation on the route reconstrucing in Saratoga County. The radio station 101.3 the jockey in tion, visit www.cdta.org or call new service package is effective Congress Park to highlight the 518-482-8822.

Man Strikes Deputy and Puts Local School District into Lockout

BALLSTON SPA — A man has been arrested after assaulting a deputy and putting Ballston Spa schools in lockout on Wednesday, May 11. Police were called to investigate a man allegedly waving a stick and yelling at traffic on

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GE to pay $5.3M to Saratoga County Water Authority BALLSTON SPA — Under a settlement unanimously approved by the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors at their Tuesday, May 17 meeting, General Electric will pay the Saratoga County Water Authority $5.3 million to settle a

federal lawsuit over costs tied to the PCB pollution of the Hudson River. The Water Authority will vote on accepting the settlement at their meeting later this month. The lawsuit was originally filed in the U.S.

New York State Burn Ban Lifted ALBANY — The residential burn ban in New York State has officially been lifted as of Monday, May 16. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation extended the usual May 14 deadline by a week; however the extension is no longer in effect. The lift of the burn

ban means that campfires, recreational fires and outdoor cooking fires are no longer prohibited. The DEC still advises that those who plan to use these types of fires should take precautions and use existing campfire rings and build fires away from dry grass or overhanging branches.

Prison Inmate Charged after being Caught With Pills BALLSTON SPA — An inmate at the Saratoga County Correctional Facility has been charged with promoting prison contraband as of Thursday, May 12. Ambjor Keefe, 37, of Waterford allegedly had 14

pills hidden in a plastic bag in her sock in April while imprisoned at the Saratoga County Correctional Facility. Keefe was charged with promoting prison contraband.

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COURTS: Korey R. Wojtowecz, 36, of Rock City Falls pled on May 9 to the felony charge of driving while intoxicated. Sentencing is scheduled for July 6. James D. Reed, 32, of Schenectady pled on May 10 to the felony charge of grand larceny in the fourth degree. Sentencing is scheduled for July 5. John V. Vardine, 46, of Ballston Spa pled on May 10 to the felony charge of grand larceny in the fourth degree. Sentencing is scheduled for July 5. Avree Larkin, 25, of Cohoes was sentenced on May 11 to four months in jail and five years of probation, after pleading guilty to the felony charge of disseminating indecent materials to a minor in the first degree. Brian S. Munger, 52, of Northumberland was arraigned on May 12 on the charge of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree, and the felony charges of criminal sale of a controlled substance and criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third degree. Nicholas F. Bonfante, 36, of Troy was sentenced on May 12 to five years in prison and five years post-release supervision, after pleading guilty to the felony charge of attempted burglary in the second degree. Ryan D. Critcher, 26, of Schuylerville pled on May 12 to the felony charge of attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance in the third degree. Sentencing is scheduled for July 6.

ARRESTS: William J. Murabito, 42, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on May 4 and charged with driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC more than .08 of .1 percent, and failure to signal a turn. Daquane D. Simmons, 24, of Albany was arrested on May 4 and charged with the felony charge of grand larceny in the fourth degree, and the misdemeanor charge of assault in the third degree.

Ryan C. Espinosa, 28, of Greenwich was arrested on May 5 and charged with the traffic violation of improper lane use, driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC of more than .08 of .1 percent, criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree, and possession of a controlled substance outside of original container. Shayne M. Richardson, 23, of Saratoga Springs and Victoria N. Wilson, 23, of Saratoga Springs were arrested on May 5 and charged with one count of criminally using drug paraphernalia in the second degree and one count of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree each. Wilson was charged with unlawful possession of marijuana. Miranda K. Weese, 41, of Ballston Spa was arrested on May 6 and charged with driving while intoxicated, speeding, aggravated unlicensed operation in the third degree, and driving with BAC of more than .08 of .1 percent. Samantha F. Wright, 22, of Schenectady was arrested on May 6 and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the third degree and unlawful use of mobile phones in motor vehicle. Leslie M. Duross, 40, of Argyle was arrested on May 6 and charged with criminal mischief in the fourth degree. Darius A. Holmes, 29, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on May 6 and charged with criminal trespass in the third degree. Robert F. Rich, 25, of Seminole, FL was arrested on May 7 and charged with criminal trespass in the third degree. David M. Woodcock, 68, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on May 7 and charged with disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, and the felony charge of criminal mischief in the third degree. Christopher M. Decker, 26, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on May 7 and charged with open container.

BLOTTER 5 Jaclyn S. Grady, 28, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on May 7 and charged with driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC of more than .08 of .1 percent and aggravated driving while intoxicated.

was arrested on May 10 and charged with driving with a BAC more than .08 of .1 percent, following a motor vehicle too closely, and the felony charge of a second offense of driving while intoxicated.

Summer Y. Smith, 38, of Ballston Spa was arrested on May 7 and charged with petit larceny.

Sean W. Behrmann, 21, of Troy was arrested on May 10 and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation in the third degree and one equipment violation.

Janette L. Hammond, 42, of Clifton Park was arrested on May 8 and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation in the second degree and the traffic violation of failure to keep right. Darren S. Wodzinski, 45, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on May 8 and charged with aggravated harassment in the second degree and criminal contempt in the second degree. Robert W. Rieger, 60, of Greenfield Center was arrested on May 10 and charged with attempted assault in the third degree and criminal tampering in the third degree. Donald P. Baker, 54, of Stillwater

Mark W. Malone, 28, of Wilton was arrested on May 11 and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation in the third degree, driving with a BAC more than .08 of .1 percent, driving while intoxicated, and two counts of the traffic violation of failure to signal a turn. Althea R. Rosen, 25, of Ballston Spa was arrested on May 11 and charged with driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC more than .08 of .1 percent, and the traffic violations of speeding and improper lane use. David Escobar, 27, of Brooklyn was arrested on May 11 and charged

with aggravated unlicensed operation in the third degree and one equipment violation. Randy M. Upton, 58, of Ballston Spa was arrested on May 11 and charged with open container. Ryan M. Clair, 31, of Ballston Spa was arrested on May 12 and charged with the traffic violation of failure to keep right and the felony charge of a second offense of driving while intoxicated. Christian J. Weldon, 25, of Ballston Spa and Ruben Acevedo, 34, of Ballston Spa were arrested on May 12 and charged with one count of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree and one count of possession of a controlled substance outside original container each. Weldon was charged with unlawful possession of marijuana. Acevedo was charged with driving while intoxicated, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the first degree, driving with a BAC more than .08 of .1 percent and the traffic violation of speeding.

6 Anthony J. Rogers VICTORY MILLS — Anthony J. Rogers, 61, a resident of Victory Mills, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2016 at Saratoga Hospital after a long illness. Born April 9, 1955 in Catskill, NY, he was the son of the late Charles and Ruth Tucker Rogers. Mr. Rogers worked for several area restaurants and most recently at the Saratoga Casino. He played Santa Claus at family functions for forty years. He enjoyed gardening, camping and family vacations. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Douglas Rogers. Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Jackie Mayer Rogers of Victory Mills; his foster son, Joseph Sesselman and his daughter Autumn of Saratoga Springs; six brothers, David, Donald, Daniel, Herbert, Lyle, and Joseph Rogers, five sisters, Sally Lockwood, Janie Holmes, Mary Ramsey, Donna Fish, and Julie Mabb; as well as several nieces and nephews. Friends gathered on Sunday, May 15, 2016 at Flynn Bros., Inc. Funeral Home in Schuylerville to remember him. Services were held immediately after at the funeral home. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Memorials can be made in his memory to the charity of one’s choice. Online remembrances can be made at www.flynnbrosinc.com

Carryl Elizabeth Cudney SARATOGA SPRINGS — Life-long Saratoga resident Carryl Elizabeth Cudney passed away peacefully at her home in Woodlawn Commons on Sunday May 15, 2016. She was 95 years old. Born on December 23, 1920, in Saratoga Springs, she was the daughter of the late Wayne Sturdevan and Florence Elizabeth Bailey. Carryl married her husband James E. Cudney on January 5, 1946. In 1952 James and Carryl started Cudney’s Launderers and Dry Cleaners in Saratoga Springs. The family continues to operate Cudney’s today, along with longtime manager Joyce Ure. Mrs. Cudney was a member of the Saratoga First Baptist Church on Washington Street, Saratoga

OBITUARIES Springs, where she served as organist and choir director for many years and was honored as a life member of the Diaconate. She is predeceased by her husband James E. Cudney, her daughter Pamela, granddaughter Tamara, brothers Donald Sturdevan and Winston Sturdevan and her sister Luella Olds. Survivors include her daughter Lynette (Daniel); grandchildren John Whaley, Christine (Peter) Darcy, James Whaley and Steven (Julie) Whaley; great-grandchildren Alexandra, William and Abigail Whaley, Cogan Darcy and August Whaley; and several nieces and nephews, including David (Missy) Olds and Faith (Wolfram) Fliegel. Calling hours will be held this morning, Friday May 20, 2016 at the Tunison Funeral Home, 105 Lake Ave. in Saratoga Springs from 4 to 7 p.m. and on Saturday, May 21, 2016 from 10 to 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 45 Washington Street in Saratoga Springs. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the First Baptist Church. Burial will be with her husband, daughter and granddaughter at Greenridge Cemetery in Saratoga Springs at the convenience of the family. The family would like to thank Carryl’s loyal friends from First Baptist Church, Pati Wade and the staff members of Woodlawn Commons, and the wonderful caregivers from Home Health Care Partners who saw her through the last few months with dignity and grace. She will be remembered for her faith, love for family and many friends, and her never-ending smile. Online remembrances can be made at www.tunisonfuneralhome.com. Memorial donations can be made in her memory to the First Baptist Church or to the Wesley Foundation, 131 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Richard “Dick” Retzlaff SARATOGA SPRINGS — Richard “Dick” Retzlaff, age 79, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 8, 1936 in Troy, the son of the late Carl L. Retzlaff and Alma Lake. Richard graduated from Lansingburgh high

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016 school, class of 1954. Richard continued his education at HVCC college earning an Associate’s degree in Mechanical Drawing. Richard was an Electrical Designer for General Electric in Schenectady for many years. In his retirement, he was able to enjoy all the things he loved which included playing golf, being a member of the Knights of Columbus Golf Club, hunting in his early years and being an avid Giants and Yankees fan. He enjoyed traveling with dear friends, reading, watching sports and the stock market, and looked forward to his yearly trips to Florida. He will be deeply missed by all. He is survived by his loving wife Donna (Jenks), son, Scott Retzlaff (Mary), daughters, Lori RetzlaffSmith (Stephen), Tara LaFave (Jeffrey), brothers, Thomas Retzlaff, Stephen Retzlaff (Judy), grandchildren, Colleen Chambers (Kevin), Morgan Mabie, Dylan LaFave, Tyler Retzlaff, great-grandchildren, Noah and Adrien Chambers, several nieces and nephews, brother and sister-in-law Larry and Betty Jenks, very dear friends Kent (Bill) and Paulla Lake, and his new feline friend Callie. A funeral service will be held at 12 noon, on Saturday, May 21, 2016 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave., Rte 9 and Marion Ave. in Saratoga Springs. Calling hours will be from 10 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment following the service in honor of Richard will be at the Ballston Spa Village Cemetery, Ballston Ave. in Ballston Spa. The family wishes to express a sincere “Thank you” to all the staff on A3 at Saratoga Hospital, and a special “Thank you” to Dr’s Mastrianni, Liebers, Delmonte and staff for all their compassionate care and support throughout his illness. In lieu of flowers, donations in honor of Richard can be made to the Saratoga Hospital Foundation, 211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 2866. If you wish to express your online condolences or view the Obituary, please visit our website at www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

Lorena B. Hall SCHUYLERVILLE — Lorena B. Hall, 98, a former resident of Victory Mills, passed away Friday, May 13, 2016 at Washington Center in Argyle. Born January 21, 1918 in Smithville, NY, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Alphonsine Periard Barton.

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016 Mrs. Hall had worked for several years at United Board and Carton in Victory Mills. She was a communicant of Notre Dame-Visitation Church in Schuylerville and was a member of the Prayer Shawl Ministry. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, William Hall; her brother, Urban Barton; and sisters, Orea Stewart, Dola Hall, Veronica Adams, Shirley Aiardo, and Doris Chiperno. Survivors include several nieces and nephews. A funeral mass was celebrated Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at Notre Dame-Visitation Church in Schuylerville with Rev. Martin Fisher, officiating. Burial followed in Notre Dame Cemetery. There were no calling hours. Memorials can be made in her memory to the General Schuyler Emergency Squad, PO Box 111, Schuylerville, NY 12871. Arrangements are under the direction of Flynn Bros. Inc. Funeral Home, 13 Gates Ave., Schuylerville, NY 12871. Online remembrances can be made at www.flynnbrosinc.com

Raymond Everett Peacock SARATOGA SPRINGS — Raymond Everett Peacock, age 88, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 16, 2016 at home. A graveside service with military honors will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, May 20, 2016 at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Road in Schuylerville. Contributions in lieu of flowers should be sent to Saratoga County Hospice. Arrangements are under the direction of Compassionate Funeral Care, Inc, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. If you wish to express your online condolences or view the Obituary, please visit our website at www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

William “Billy” Sarto Smaldone SUN CITY CENTER, FLORIDA – William “Billy” Sarto Smaldone, of Sun City Center, FL and formerly of Saratoga Springs, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, January 6, 2016. Born in Saratoga Springs, he is a son of the late Sarto J. and Leona Smaldone and is survived by his brother, Ronald (Ron) Smaldone and family of Livonia, MI. Billy grew up residing in Malta, NY during the summers, where his parents owned and operated the

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OBITUARIES 7 Malta Drive-In Theater on South Broadway. During the winter season, the family resided in Saratoga Springs for many years. His father, the late Sarto Smaldone, was elected and successfully served as the Mayor for the City of Saratoga Springs for several terms. He graduated from St. Peter’s Academy with the class of 1973 and lettered in several varsity sports. He went on to earn his Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Bryant University in Rhode Island and retired from the Bank of America in 2007. Devoted to caring for his parents in their later years, he was long beloved and will be greatly remembered by his many lifelong friends. A service in remembrance of his life will be at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 26, 2016 at the William J. Burke and Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway in Saratoga Springs where friends may call from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Burial will be at 10:30 Friday morning in St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave., also in Saratoga Springs. Memorials may be made in Billy’s name to his alma mater, St. Peter’s/Saratoga Central Catholic Jr./ Sr. High School, 247 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Online remembrances may be made at www. burkefuneralhome.com.

Serge S. Shishik, III GREENFIELD CENTER — Serge S. Shishik, III, 43, of Greenfield Center, passed away on May 14, 2016 after a valiant 18-month fight against lung cancer. Serge was born in Troy, raised in Waterford, and graduated from Shenendehowa High School in 1990. In 1995, Serge followed in the footsteps of his mother, the late Nancy Laiacona Shishik, and several other family members, in graduating from Albany College of Pharmacy. Serge built a highly successful career with GlaxoSmith Kline, Inc. as a pharmaceutical sales representative and later as a community pharmacist for Rite Aid in Saratoga Springs, before deciding to switch careers and start his own successful recruiting company, RecruitingYou. Serge then brought his lifelong dream to fruition when he left the corporate world to follow a passion. His goal was to bring to market premium spirits that were reasonably priced, locally sourced, and crafted through an eco-friendly process. Serge’s vision for excellence began with extensive research into the distilled liquor industry that found him visiting private distilleries as far away as Kentucky with his Dad at his side. Serge carefully studied the marketplace to find his niche. He then envisioned what his own distillery would look like, built

it with his friends and family, and boldly launched Saratoga Courage Distillery. In 2014 the distillery began production of its award-winning vodka, Pick Six, and a year later went on to create the popular Devil’s Den Moonshine. These locally made products quickly earned regional and national accolades. Again, he found overwhelming success through his ingenuity and hard work. Time spent with Serge was filled with laughter and amazement. His ability to tell a story remains unparalleled. The ease with which he could captivate you with detailed events of his life and bring you to tears of laughter was constant and seemingly never-ending. Serge’s innate confidence, paired with his brilliance and varied experience, enabled him to solve problems and to empower and inspire those around him. Serge’s endless compassion for others fueled his support of many local causes and his volunteer work with The Giving Circle, rebuilding homes destroyed after Hurricane Katrina. Serge’s love and loyalty to his family was absolute. His wife, Holly Ruotolo Shishik, his three children, Serge, Cory and Poppy; father, Serge S. Shishik II; sister, Serene Shishik Mastrianni and husband Chris and their daughter Michelena; along with his aunts, uncles, cousins and numerous other family members and friends, will miss his generosity, humor, love and spirit. No calling hours are scheduled. A memorial mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 10 a.m. at St. Peter’s Church, 241 Broadway in Saratoga Springs. A reception for family and friends will follow. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. Donations in Serge’s memory may be made to Saratoga Courage Gives Back, 6 Westminster Drive North, Greenfield Center, NY 12833. Arrangements are in the care of M.B. Kilmer Funeral Home. To post online condolences, please visit www.kilmerfuneralhome.com.

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SSPD Honors Officers During National Police Week SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Tuesday evening, May 17, the Saratoga Springs Police Department held an awards ceremony at the Music Hall on

the third floor of City Hall. More than 40 awards were presented to officers for acts of valor and exceptional performance of duty for the years

Saratoga Springs Chief of Police Gregory Veitch recognizes the valor and exceptional performance of several Saratoga Springs police officers. Photo by Sharon Castro.

2014 and 2015. The event is held once every two years in May during National Police Week, which was established in 1962 by

President John F. Kennedy, who proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls as National

Investigator Jim Bell (left) received the Honorable Service Award for his part in the capture and imprisonment of a notorious burglar responsible for over 100 burglaries between New York City and Saratoga Springs, as well as in Connecticut. Photo by Sharon Castro.

Police Week. Congratulations to all the award recipients and thank you for your dedication to the safety and well being of our community.

Sergeant Laura Emanatian (left) received the Educational Achievement award. She completed her masters in public administration in December 2014. Photo by Sharon Castro.

Memorial Day Celebration Parade Follows a New Route SARATOGA SPRINGS — The City of Saratoga Springs invites the community to the 2016 Memorial Day Parade and Commemorative Ceremony on Thursday, May 26 from 6:30-8 p.m. The event will unite the Saratoga Springs City Council, Veterans Organizations and the citizens of Saratoga Springs in honor of those who have given their lives for our country. The Memorial Day parade will follow a new route this year, beginning at the corner of Union Avenue and Nelson Avenue and continuing to Regent Street, and culminate with a closing ceremony in Greenridge Cemetery to include a welcome by Mayor Joanne Yepsen, Presentation of Colors by the Navy, the National Anthem performed by

the Ballston Spa Band, a Keynote Speech by Commander Elvis T. Mikel, United States Navy, and dignitaries to include Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner, Congressman Paul Tonko and Senator Kathy Marchione. Highlights of the parade include local veterans organizations including the police and fire departments, local marching bands from all across Saratoga County, floats and vintage and classic cars. The Mayor of Saratoga Springs, Joanne Yepsen commented, “The annual Saratoga Springs Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony are timehonored traditions to pay respect to the many men and women that have served and died for our country and our freedoms. This year, in 2016, to continue to pay tribute to Vietnam

Era Veterans and their families, we are very proud to have our local Vietnam Era Veterans lead the City’s parade.” Keynote Speaker, Commander Elvis T. Mikel, United States Navy reflected, “Memorial Day has a very special meaning to those who have served and are currently serving in our armed forces.” He continued, “Members of the military draw strength and continuity from remembering our Comrades in Arms who came before us and paid the ultimate sacrifice for our way of life.” For more information on the Saratoga Springs Memorial Day Parade and Closing Ceremony, contact Gayle LaSalle at 518-587-3550 x2520 or gayle.lasalle@saratogasprings.org.

Thank You for the Labor of Love It has been 3 years and nearly 5 months since we first opened the doors of Good Morning Café in Ballston Spa. It has been an adventure and a privilege to have had the opportunity to establish and

operate an innovative business in a welcoming and supportive community. We hope that our commitment to intentional food sourcing and promoting the philosophy that every plate matters made a positive and healthy difference in the lives and appetites of our loyal and enthusiastic customers. This past weekend was truly a party atmosphere filled with delicious food, music and memories. It was a joyful and bittersweet celebration and we are thankful to all that stopped by in person, or joined us in spirit. The future of this unique breakfast business has yet to be determined, but things are “cooking” and an announcement will be forthcoming.

The decision to close our doors was difficult. However, it is imperative that I focus on restoring my health. Since my cancer diagnosis last June, my family, staff and I have endeavored to keep the café running as smoothly as possible. Our combined efforts to continue to provide our special recipe of outstanding food and friendly service has been a labor of love. We are all grateful for the many wonderful and wildly chaotic moments shared over coffee, pancakes and veggie hash. It has been an honor and a gift. Until we meet again…Thank you. Nancy, Jim and the Good Morning Crew Ballston Spa

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016

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Vagrancy: A Solution Based Approached Continued from front page.

While Bertrand is not opposed to seeing “aggressive panhandling” barred from Broadway, he first wants to make sure there is infrastructure in place so that panhandling doesn’t even have to be an option. One big step in the right direction would be to build a drop-in center. “People will tell you that Shelters of Saratoga (SOS) is a homeless shelter, but it’s not. SOS is a programdriven dry shelter,” said Bertrand. “What we need is a drop-in center – a place that’s safe where all agencies in town can come together to provide mental health, medical and drug and alcohol support." The drop-in center would also give homeless individuals an address, a necessity when applying for a job. There is no middle step between living on the streets, perhaps as an addict, to SOS, where clients have to be completely sober and adhere to strict guidelines. That middle step is absolutely necessary for progress to happen, for people that are homeless to even seek help and to maintain it long-term. There is another way of preventing and ending homelessness that cannot be driven home enough: the housing-first model. It’s all about providing affordable, accessible housing as the first step, which then makes it much easier to get individuals other services they need, such as case management, mental health and addiction services. “If they have a home, they have something that is their own. They

have pride, hope and self-esteem again. They have something to live for and something to lose,” said Bertrand. “Right now, they have nothing to lose.” The housing-first model is also the most fiscally responsible solution. In Denver, Colorado, their housingfirst initiatives saved the city over $15,700 per person each year in public costs such as emergency room visits and criminal justice action. To tackle housing-first here in Saratoga, Bertrand and other community members are currently working on developing “tiny houses” – small homes that would act as a transitional space for the homeless to get back on their feet. Communities across the country have already initiated tiny house programs, including those in Oregon and Texas, and have seen a lot of success. “The plan would be to initially build 12 tiny homes. It could fit a single person or perhaps a mother and her children,” said Bertrand, who noted that the ideal location would be near the planned drop-in center. Tiny homes would cost about $2,500, and according to Bertrand, sponsors are already eager to be a part of it. The tiny houses would be built to look just like Victorian homes, only on a smaller scale. The goal is to get them to fit into the environment and overall feel of Saratoga. “It would be the first step up. Built into it would be responsibilities, such as finding employment and going to rehab,” said Bertrand. “From there they can go to SOS, then move to affordable housing, then from there, get back on their feet.”

Bertrand is not the only Saratoga resident stepping up and taking action. Harvey Fox, the owner of Fox Jewelers on Broadway, introduced the idea of having donation boxes set up through the city. These donation boxes would deter people from giving money to the homeless directly (which could be spent on an addiction rather than necessities), and instead, all of the money would go toward non-profits and programs that help the homeless population. “With these donation boxes, there would be no administrative fees. 100 percent goes to charitable services for the homeless,” said

Fox. “The Chamber of Commerce is going to pick up the money and send a check weekly or monthly to an approved shelter.” Local locksmiths are working to make special locks for the boxes. Artists from Saratoga Arts will paint them to make them stand out and be aesthetically pleasing. Each box will also have a plaque explaining what they are for and where the money goes. “We’re currently looking for sponsors for the boxes,” added Fox. “We already have six of the 12 sold. We’re trying to get total involvement from all people in the community.

The best part is that Saratoga is so compassionate – they really want to help.” Bottom line is that ending homelessness is not an easy or quick process. However, for those who are concerned and want to make a direct impact now, Bertrand advocates volunteering, such as at SOS or Code Blue. “Talk to the homeless, get their perspective. Put a human face on the issue,” said Bertrand. “Just don’t look down on someone because they’re sitting on the street. You don’t know the sufferings that led him there.”

Lucia Celebrates 10th Anniversary Friday, May 20 SARATOGA SPRINGS — Lucia, a women’s boutique located in the historic Saratoga Marketplace, is celebrating its 10th anniversary and hosting an in-store event of Friday, May 20 to celebrate it. Owner Lucy Moran, a Saratoga native, founded Lucia’s in May of 2006, after graduating in fashion merchandizing from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. The store has recently undergone a makeover, allowing significantly more merchandise to be displayed for sale throughout the boutique without actually expanding the size of the store. Playing off the antique Indian doorframe and mirror on the back wall of the space, the new fixtures and rich display details provide the perfect platform for the contemporary clothing to stand out against.

Lucia owner Lucy Moran. Photo provided.

Lucia’s milestone tenyear anniversary will be celebrated with an in-store event on Friday, May 20 from 5 to 8 p.m. Customers will be able to enjoy the revivified space and shop an expanded assortment of merchandise with select discounts throughout the boutique. With each purchase, customers will be

able to choose at random from a selection of giveaways ranging from gift cards and discount coupons, to designer jewelry and accessories. Complimentary signature cocktails and delicious small bites will be provided by Comfort Kitchen. For more information about Lucia, visit www. luciaboutique.com.

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Week of May 20– May 26, 2016

Women of Influence SARATOGA SPRINGS — The seventh annual Saratoga County Women of Influence awards luncheon took place on Wednesday, May 18, at Longfellows Restaurant at 500 Union Avenue. Seven women were honored for their extraordinary service and accomplishments. “I am honored and privileged to recognize the contributions of these seven dynamic women,” said Saratoga TODAY publisher Chad Beatty. “They are not only models of

inspiration for the next generation of women leaders, but an inspiration to us all.” Over 300 people were in attendance, including Saratoga Springs Mayor Joanne Yepsen. The event was hosted by Saratoga TODAY newspaper and made possible by our generous sponsors and community partners: The Adirondack Trust Company, and Dehn’s Flowers and Gifts, Longfellows Hotel Restaurant and Conference Center, and The Sage Colleges.

Presenting the 2016 Saratoga County Women of Influence (from left to right): Libby Coreno; Jane Mastaitis ; Gayle LaSalle; Christianne Smith; Shelly Amato; Laura O’Brien; and Miyo Shirakura Reed.

Saratoga TODAY publisher Chad Beatty speaks to the importance of recognizing the contributions of women.

Shelly Amato

Libby Coreno

Christianne Smith

Laura O’Brien

Miyo Shirakura Reed

Jane Mastaitis

Gayle LaSalle

Saratoga Springs Mayor Joanne Yepsen congratulates Jane Mastaitis as Saratoga TODAY sales representative Jim Daley presents a vase of flowers to the honoree.

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016

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PREAKNESS PREVIEW

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016

Preakness Prep: Two Weeks Ago in Louisville?

by Brendan O’Meara for Saratoga TODAY Preakness 141, at the Xanadu that is Pimlico Race Course, is set for this weekend and electricians are hard at work trying to connect the wires on this one. Not literally,

of course, but this race for some reason feels like a formality, no diodes. Two weeks ago, in this very space, your correspondent played prosecutor in the People v. Nyquist and got his royal hind quarters handed to him. It’s taken the greater part of 10 days to remove the foot from said mouth. Only three Derby colts took the flight, or some other manner of horse transport, to Baltimore for this second jewel. The winner (Nyquist), the placer (Exaggerator) and, um, Lani will start in the Preakness. Why only three from the Derby? One reason, and maybe the most sensible, is the two-week turnaround from the Derby

– which is a race that on its own is the outlier of outliers on the racing calendar. Ten furlongs, a distance few of these horses will ever run again and 20 horses, a field no horse will ever see again. So, as an aside, the winner of the Derby, while by all accounts a fine athletic specimen, may not necessarily be the truest of champions. See Exhibits Mine That Bird (who never won another race), Orb (who never won again) and Super Saver (Ugh). There are also others who prove to be quite good, like last year’s 1,200-pound gorilla in the paddock. Anyway… The second reason could be that Nyquist scared off other contenders, which is a feather in his ball cap.

These two reasons are viable, for sure, but with a purse of $1.5 million, why not take a stab if you ran in the Derby? Derby runners tend to run not just good but like ‘hella good’ in the Preakness. One horse that is decidedly un-scared of Nyquist is Exaggerator, though he’s seen nothing but Nyquist’s brown rear end in each of their encounters. “Obviously numbers-wise, horse for horse-wise, it's tough to think we can beat him, right?” Desormeaux said Tuesday morning in a press release. “But the strongest attribute Exaggerator has is his ability to recover. As you know, this Preakness is run back in two weeks. That's not normal in this day and age to run a horse back that quickly.” But in this case, maybe more trainers should. Going back 10 years, let’s examine how well Derby runners perform in the Preakness. Bolded horses ran in the Derby: 2006: Bernardini, Sweetnorthernsaint, Hemingway’s Key, Brother Derek 2007: Curlin, Street Sense, Hard Spun, C.P. West 2008: Big Brown, Macho Again, Icabad Crane, Racecar Rhapsody 2009: Rachel Alexandra*, Mine That Bird, Musket Man, Flying Private 2010: Lookin at Lucky, First Dude, Jackson Bend, Yawanna Twist 2011: Shackleford, Animal Kingdom, Astrology, Dialed In 2012: I’ll Have Another, Bodemeister, Creative Cause, Zetterholm 2013: Oxbow, Itsmyluckyday, Mylute, Orb

2014: California Chrome, Ride on Curlin, Social Inclusion, General a Rod 2015: American Pharoah, Tale of Verve, Divining Rod, Dortmund *: She won the Oaks the day before the Derby, so let’s just call it even. Sparing you the math, 68 percent of the top four horses in the Preakness ran in the Derby. Desormeaux noted how quickly Exaggerator recovers. We never see horses run back in two weeks, certainly not at this level. These three-year-olds are so carefully campaigned heading into the Derby that they are, by some accounts, quite fresh, unless you’re a D. Wayne Lukas trainee, in which case you have several more miles on your tires than the manufacturer recommends. Running back in two weeks after sometimes taking six, five and four weeks between races makes the Derby essentially a taxing training run. The ensuing two weeks between Louisville and Baltimore, all a trainer must do is keep the horse sound, jog, gallop and walk him. The fitness is there. So you don’t even need to look at the past performances in whatever past-performance provider you choose. Whether it’s Beyer Speed Figures, Rags or Thoro-Graph numbers, you can put all three on the board in whatever order you choose. New shooters like Stradivari, out of the Todd Pletcher Industrial Complex, and Cherry Wine, take aim at Nyquist too. Stradivari is the biggest wild card of the race. That, and maybe the rain. But one thing is certain: The Derby runners will show up, no handicapping necessary.

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016

BALLSTON SPA 165 Lake Rd., $136,000. Margaret Michalec sold property to Teresa and William Bashant, Jr.

GALWAY 6024 Sunnyside Rd., $189,000. Karen Eagan-Haese sold property to Peter and Sandra Scheeren. 5915 Crooked St., $11,250. Maryellen McChesney sold property to James Hall, Bruce Hall and Nacole Neahr.

HALFMOON 27 Bluestone Ridge, $515,000. Bruce Bergwall (Ind and Agent) and Julie McAllisterBergwall (by Agent) sold property to James and Julie Sweeney.

MALTA 19 Wake Robin Rd., $172,000. Dominick Pugh sold property to Michael Christofferson. 34 Thistle Dr., $290,000. Robin Kay sold property to Weichert Workforce Mobility Inc. 275 Thimbleberry Rd., $168,000. Carol Seymour sold property to Mark and Christine Shaer. 34 Thistle Dr., $290,000. Weichert Workforce Mobility Inc. sold property to Lea Becker. 63 Pepperbush Rd., $139,900. Diane Bulson sold property to Sean Mansfield. 85 Pepperbush Place, $153,000. Eric Mohr sold property to Donald and Deanna Roessler.

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3B Pointe West Dr., $226,540. Pointe West Townhomes of Halfmoon LLC sold property to Linda Gimondo.

30 Old Glory Rd., $241,000. Thomas and Audrey O’Neill sold property to Christopher and Brenda Gore.

4A Winchester Place, $55,000. A and M Holdings LLC and Sheldon Hills Homeowners Association, Inc. sold property to Michaels Group LLC.

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4A Winchester Place, $333,730. Michaels Group LLC sold property to Daniel and Laura Zocco. 76 Algonguin Dr., $249,000. Triller Development LLC sold property to Christopher Wasacz and Meagan Potratz. 202

Victory Way, $139,500. Courtney Schingledecker sold property to Jennifer Wiltbank.

21 Cooks Ct. $209,900. Christopher and Chelsea Pearce sold property to Allison Werner and Eithne McCarthy. Lot 61 Swatling Falls Dr., $297,862. Beacon Homes LLC sold property to Melissa Dubray. 55 Deer Run Hollow, $334,000. Guillaume and Donna Charron sold property to Cartus Financial Corporation. 55 Deer Run Hollow, $334,000. Cartus Financial Corporation sold property to Gazi Huda.

Linden Lane, $231,865. University and Green LLC sold property to Garrett Kissel.

16 Lancaster Place, $190,000. Mark Lynett sold property to Shahriar and Faryha Chowdhury.

MOREAU 154 Fort Edward Rd., $61,000. US Bank Trust (as Trustee by Atty) and LSF9 Master Participation Trust sold property to William and Linda Ladd. Sweet Rd., $55,000. Ashley and Donna Morrissey sold property to Joshua Hoffer and Lindsey Davis. 17 Prince William Ct., $160,000. Debra Holden and Catherine Lehmann sold property to Janet Bedian.

25 Hudson Dr., $130,000. Stephen and Gregory Lyons sold property to Donald and Dorothy Diresta. 10 Old Bend Rd., $278,000. Joanna Gilligan sold property to David and Michelle DeMarco. 15 Cheryl Dr., $169,516. Brian and Mary Wood sold property to US Bank National Association (as Trustee)

SARATOGA SPRINGS 6 Marjorie Dr., $212,000. Robert Mitchell sold property to Diane Lecours and Levi Brown. 15 Vermont St., $530,000. Michael and Margaret Roohan sold property to Charles Nichols. 71 Trottingham Rd., $93,000. Federal National Mortgage Association sold property to Rose Industries LLC. 98 Meadowbrook Rd., $204,000. Lester Ramsdill, Ronald Butler, Irene Butler (Co-Execs) sold property to Kevin Corcoran. 66 Franklin St., $368,750. SBDT Ventures LLC sold property to Richard and Anita Dunn. 31

Hutchins Rd., $235,500. Timothy Komoroske and Erica Conley-Komoroske sold property to Jeffrey and Nicole Starr.

120 Meadowbrook Rd., $500,000. Jack Zuckerman sold property to Scott and Cristina Starr. 112 Spring St., $2,000,000. Linell Lands Inc. sold property to 112 Spring Street LLC. 56 Union Ave. #4, $304,000. Robert Gordon (as Trustee) sold property to Edward and Kathleen Donnery.

29 Bensonhurst Ave., $550,000. Christopher and Elizbieta Obstarczyk sold property to Robert Farley and Kathleen Keniry.

STILLWATER 1117 New York State Route 32, $162,000. William Haizlip (as Trustee) sold property to Trent and Ashley McCaskill. 1 Star Hollow Lane, $425,000. James and Joanne Nair sold property to James and Hannah Haddix. 72 Kellogg Rd., $195,500. Michelle Lindsay sold property to James Kay.

WILTON 88 Northern Pines Rd., $247,500. Thomas Savin sold property

13 to Charles and Karen Ford. 9 Rose Terrace, $873,425. Pine Brook Landing LLC sold property to Timothy and Katherine Macherone. 57

Nicklaus Dr., $280,000. Christopher and Stephanie Schelin sold property to Andrew and Lenore Rugari.

12 Saw Mill Ct., $530,821. Smith Bridge LLC sold property to Stephen Kerwin and Jean Bave-Kerwin. 5

Nottingham Dr., $270,000. Jason and Rachel Mitchell sold property to Jeffrey and Stephanie Simpson.

20 Saw Mill Ct., $503,980. Smith Bridge LLC sold property to James and Betsy Witte.

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BUSINESS

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016

Sommelier: Uncorking Excellence Continued from front page.

feet in an old world vineyard. Ganna Fedorova, 27, of The Wishing Well restaurant is breaking through that association of age with wine. Fedorova became a Certified Sommelier through the Court of Master Sommeliers of the Americas' chapter after passing a three-part exam this April in Chicago, IL. Areas tested include a knowledge and proficiency in blind tasting, theory and service. “Our general preconceived notion when we think of a sommelier is it should be a greyhaired man who looks at you like you don’t know anything

and he knows everything,” joked Fedorova. “But now the people in my industry put more effort into delivering knowledgeable service expertise, disregarding those ideas that I need to be old and male. The depth of my knowledge increased, and after receiving my certification, now we have an outside, very credible source saying yes, Ganna knows what she does.” Wishing Well owner Bob Lee speaks very highly of Fedorova. “Ganna has taken our wine program to a higher level,” said Lee, “doubling the number of options we offer our guests and making the choices more interesting and approachable. Because of her passion and enthusiasm, our guests are experiencing great small production wines from some of the world’s lesser known wine regions – wines that truly complement our menu. We are fortunate to have her knowledge and enthusiasm here.” Fedorova grew up in Ukraine. She holds a degree in philosophy and has worked in advertising and public relations. She came to the U.S. five years ago and started working in hospitality, eventually making her way from serving in an Indian restaurant to a dining room manager and on until she found her calling as a sommelier. “After I started [at the Wishing Well] in June 2013,” said Fedorova, “I was amazed at how big the place is and how extensive the wine list, that such a big world was out there that I had no knowledge of, so I asked Bob what I should do, and he recommended me to get in touch with some of his distributors, and one was teaching wine classes.” And so began her adventure in grapes. “I fell in love with wine and discovered how wine can express something that is not just food or taste, it expresses the winemaker’s personality, the land where it grows, and even the cultural background of where the wine comes from,” said Fedorova. The training is fairly extensive in history, regions, cultures, and, of course, taste. “When preparing for an exam, especially the blind taste test, I was going to the wine store and buying cases of wine, 25 bottles at a time and

tasting them over the week. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not drinking all of them,” she laughed. “Most of them were donated to my friends.” Fedorova believes that her newly obtained title will help her better satisfy an ever-growing interest in fine wines and spirits among The Wishing Well’s guests and elevate the wine culture in the region and Saratoga. The restaurant’s wine list of 200 wines and rotating selection of 14 wines by the glass reflect the commitment to pairing time honored culinary classics with world-class wines. “Someone who works on the floor and works with the wine can be called a sommelier,” said Fedorova, “and there are a lot of great people in the region who have that role. There’s not a lot that have the certification, though, my title. I know there are many on the distribution side, but I don’t know of anyone else on the floor.” Fedorova said being a sommelier is not about telling people what they should or shouldn’t like. “It’s not about imposing my opinion,” she said. “It’s to broaden my knowledge of what you like and have the expertise to offer what you might enjoy. The most challenging part, with all the knowledge I have accumulated, is to not be carried away thinking of obscure wines and regions. It doesn’t matter how much you know if you can’t satisfy your guests’ needs.” The Wishing Well’s wine list is heavily focused on boutique family-owned wineries in the

U.S., particularly in California. Fedorova says they produce some of the finest examples of cabernet, which pairs well with Wishing Well’s steaks. “We also try to find wines from unknown regions, and let the guests taste them, because they are unfamiliar with them,” said Fedorova. “We try to bring those wines in by the glass so our guests can familiarize themselves with something they have no experience with, such as Greece or Portugal or new and emerging regions in the U.S.” The Court of Master Sommeliers was established to encourage improved standards of beverage knowledge and service and is considered the premier international examining body. According to its website, there are only 23 women in the U.S. who have achieved Master Sommelier status, a status Fedorova hopes to attain one day. “I would definitely like to continue on this path, this is a serious passion,” said Fedorova. “I just think that knowing more will help me do better at what I do, particularly in providing the best service to my guests. I can’t emphasize enough how important it is in our industry.” The Wishing Well is open Tuesday through Saturday from 4 to 10 p.m. and Sunday 4 PM to 9 PM. Reservations are recommended. For more information, visit www.wishingwellrestaurant.com.

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Week of May 20– May 26, 2016

Pitaniello Joins PEP

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Patient Experience Project (PEP), a full-service, patientcentric marketing and communications agency based in Saratoga Springs, has announced the addition of Nicole Pitaniello to its staff. Pitaniello joins the PEP as an account lead, bringing with her more than 15 years of experience in marketing and public relations. Prior to joining the PEP, she worked at Fingerpaint, where she managed an account team with global and U.S. clients across a diverse range of pharmaceutical categories. Previously, she served as the assistant vice president of communications at Albany Medical Center, where she provided strategic recommendations for both integrated marketing campaigns and internal communication channels for eight years. Pitaniello earned a bachelor’s degree in industrial labor relations from the State University of New York at Potsdam, Potsdam, and her master’s degree in integrated marketing communication from Emerson College, Boston, Massachusetts. She is a board member for the Alzheimer’s Association of Northeastern New York. Learn more about The Patient Experience Project at www.the-pep.com.

County Taxpayers Could Save $5M BALLSTON SPA — Saratoga County Treasurer Drew Jarosh announced this week that both major ratings agencies, S&P and Moody’s, improved the County’s bond ratings thereby providing the opportunity for Jarosh to refinance $33 million of debt, which may save County taxpayers up to $5 million over the next several years. Moody’s affirmed the County’s “Aa2” bond rating and

removed the negative outlook it had applied in 2014. S&P’s went a step further and upgraded the County’s bond rating from “AA” to “AA+.” Drew Jarosh was elected to a four-year term as Saratoga County Treasurer starting in 2015. Additional required disclaimers can be found on both S&P’s and Moody’s websites.

Saratoga Outdoor Power Equipment Grand Opening Saturday GANSEVOORT — Saratoga Outdoor Power Equipment, located at 188 Ballard Road, will be hosting its grand opening celebration from 1 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 21. There will be balloons, hot dogs, and bottled water, and a free gift included with equipment purchases. Saratoga Outdoor Power Equipment specializes in Husqvarna hand-held and wheeled products for the farm and garden, including the brand’s newest line of auto-mowers, a complete robotic mowing system. The new retailer also specializes in used golf carts. Owner Boni Edwards has about 30 years in the industry and had retired from co-owning a Ford dealership. Upon retiring the franchise, she relocated from Port Henry to Ft. Edward and opened these new doors on May 6 in Gansevoort. Edwards expressed great confidence and respect for the Husqvarna product line and felt the area needed the product and the service. For more information, call Edwards at 518-795-0891.

Reverse Mortgage Seminar WILTON — Homestead Funding Corporation is hosting a seminar on Reverse Mortgages. It will be at Winslow’s Restaurant located at 801 Saratoga Road on Wednesday, May 25 at 4 p.m. Limited seating is available, and all who register will get a choice of a full early bird menu at half price - $5.95. To register, contact Melody Loftus at 518-796-9778. For more information about Homestead Funding Corp. (NMLS ID: 3232) visit https:// mloftus.homesteadfunding.com.

DBA General Meeting SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Downtown Business Association members’ monthly meeting will be at Universal Preservation Hall on Wednesday, May 25 at 6:30 p.m.
Teddy Foster, Sonny Bonacio, and Phillip Morris will be discussing the UPH rehabilitation project.

Member Orientation, Mixer Meetup WILTON — Members of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce are invited to the newly owned and operated Maestros at McGregor Links Country Club at 359 Northern Pines Road for the May Orientation and Mixer on Thursday, May 26 from 4 to 6:30

p.m. Join your fellow Chamber members for an evening of networking while enjoying the hospitality of Symphony Catering. Immediately before the mixer, there will be a member orientation for all new and existing members. Cost is $5 before the registration deadline and $10 after. Deadline is Tuesday, May 24 by 4 p.m. Thank you to Confidata for sponsoring this event.

Saratoga Springs Lion’s Club Duathlon SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs Lion’s Club is inviting interested members of the public to put together a three-person team and help the Lion’s Club mission to ensure

people see the world and hear its sounds. They have a category for large companies and one for small businesses too (less than 50 employees). This duathlon is a three-stage race focused on running and biking and helps prepare participants for future triathlon races. The format is a 5K run followed by a 30K bike and an additional 5K run. The Lions Duathlon Experience is designed to allow for business teams where members do the running or biking or any combination of male or female. The event takes place Sunday, May 29, at 8 a.m. at the Saratoga Casino Hotel, 342 Jefferson Street. Register at www.saratoga.org.

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EDUCATION

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016

Budgets Pass For Local Schools SARATOGA COUNTY – On Tuesday, May 17 communities across New York voted for their local school budgets. According to the NYS School Board Association, the voting was an overwhelming success, with 98.5 percent of all budgets passing. See below for information about Saratoga County schools’ successful budget vote. Saratoga Springs City School District Saratoga residents passed the $118,398,718 school budget proposal for the 2016-17 school year by a vote of 1,788 in favor to 360 opposed. Residents also passed a $1,114,000 bus bond proposition by a vote of 1,745 in favor to 395 opposed as well as a $1,109,250 Capital Project proposition by a vote of 1,675 in favor to 460 opposed. In addition, voters elected Heather Reynolds (1,375 votes), Brad Thomas (1,092 votes) and Jim Wendell (1,075 votes) to serve threeyear terms. Robert Shafer (1,064 votes) will serve a one-year term. Ballston Spa Central School District The Ballston Spa community approved the district’s 2016-2017 budget proposal of $86,352,617 with an unofficial vote of 76 percent voting yes and 24 percent voting no (1134 -363). The Board of Education candidates elected include Susan Filburn who received a total of

939 votes and Dottie Sellers who received a total of 837 votes. Challenger Katie Thimineur received a total of 633 votes. The top two candidates will serve for a three-year term commencing in July 2016. “We’re appreciative of the community’s support of the budget plan we put forward,” said Joseph P. Dragone, Ph.D., Superintendent of Ballston Spa CSD. “We will continue to balance fiscal responsibility while offering leading academic and co-curricular opportunities for our students.” All of the additional propositions on the ballot were passed, including the Capital Improvement Plan, the replacement of school vehicles, the public library and the local recreation commission. Galway Central Schools The annual school budget vote passed with 432 voting yes and 203 voting no. The Capital Project and Bus Proposition also passed. Melodye Eldeen was reelected to her second term on the Board of Education, and the board welcomes Michelle Bombard for her first term. Schuylerville Central School District Schuylerville Central School District residents passed a $34.1 million budget for the 2016-17 school year by a vote of 361 to 60. “We’re grateful to everyone who took time out of their busy

schedules to vote today,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ryan Sherman. “This outcome will help ensure that our students will continue to receive a highquality education that our community can be proud of.” The 2016-17 budget is 1.29 percent more than the budget for the current school year. It maintains the current education program with no increase in the school tax levy. The bus leasing proposition passed by a vote of 362 to 57. It allows the district to lease nine 65-passenger buses, two 25-passenger buses and one handicap accessible bus for a five-year term. The sole candidate on the ballot was elected to the Board of Education. Incumbent Michael Booth received 363 votes and will serve a five-year term. In the public library board of trustees election, two residents were running for two available seats. Heidi Levin received 298 votes and Laura Dooley received 345 votes. South Glens Falls Central School District South Glens Falls Central School District residents voted

to approve the district’s 201617 proposed budget with 864 voting in favor and 239 voting against it. The $56,590,273 million budget carries a 2.83 percent spending increase over the current year’s budget, and a 1.4 percent increase in the tax levy. The tax levy increase is below the limit set by New York’s tax levy cap law. Voters also approved a $496,489 proposition to purchase four 65-passenger school

buses and one 29-passenger bus with wheelchair option, with 853 voting in favor and 251 voting against it. In addition, four candidates were elected to the board of education. The candidates who were elected are: Roger Fedele (676 votes); Jeffrey Riggi (648 votes); Nelson Charron (647 votes); and Thomas Kurtz (637 votes). Nicholas Heald received 567 votes and Robert Amberger received 465 votes.

HVCC to Offer Programs at Malta TEC-SMART Facility Hudson Valley Community College will offer two Technology Enrichment Camps as well as Summer Academy programs in forensic science and geocaching this summer at its TEC-SMART extension center at 345 Hermes Road in Malta. Designed to encourage

scientific experimentation and innovation in middle and high school students, each of the weeklong Technology Enrichment sessions will include daily modules that cover topics like design, engineering, electronics and energy conservation. Participants will work in teams to design and build structures, explore computeraided design and solve problems using technology. The week-long middle school program, for students entering grades 6 - 8, will run August 8 12. The high school program, for students entering grades 9, 10 and 11, will run August 1 through 5. Both sessions will be Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $265.

Technology Enrichment instructors will be teachers from the Argyle and Ballston Spa Central school districts. Also at TEC-SMART this summer, half-day Summer Academy programs “Forensic Crime Scene I” and “Geocaching” will be offered for students entering grades 6 - 8. Both programs will be offered August 1 through 5, with forensics in the morning and geocaching in the afternoon. Campers can chose one or take both. The cost is $99 per session. For more information or to register, contact the college’s Office of Community and Professional Education, (518) 629-7339, or go to hvcc.edu/kidscamps.

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016

EDUCATION BRIEFS

Skidmore College Names New Dean

SARATOGA SPRINGS— Skidmore College has named Cerri Annette Banks as its new dean of students and vice president for student affairs. Currently serving as vice president for student affairs and dean of the college at Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley, Massachusetts, Banks will begin her new position at Skidmore on August 1. “We are truly thrilled to welcome Cerri Banks, who brings an extraordinary level of experience in the increasingly complex world of

student affairs,” said Skidmore President Philip A. Glotzbach. “She is uniquely qualified to lead a division that oversees every facet of our students’ lives outside of the classroom. Her background and insights will be invaluable in the President’s Cabinet and across our campus.” Banks will oversee 134 employees and five offices within Student Affairs, including athletics, campus life, career development, student diversity programs, and student academic services. She replaces Interim Dean and Vice President Gail Cummings-Danson, who held the role for the past academic year after the departure of former Dean Rochelle W. Calhoun for a vice presidency at Princeton University. Cummings-Danson will return to her previous role as Skidmore’s athletics director in the fall. “I want to thank Gail Cummings-Danson for her extraordinary service stepping

up to the interim role while also maintaining her duties as AD,” said Glotzbach. “During this past year, she has helped us deal with a number of daunting challenges, and she has done so with intelligence, wisdom and grace.” Banks has held the Mount Holyoke position since July 2011. She oversaw a staff of 70 and a $5.4 million annual budget; in addition, she served on the President’s Cabinet, the Strategic Planning Steering Committee, the Academic Priorities Committee, and numerous other high-level boards. “I have enjoyed a wonderful five years at Mount Holyoke,” she said, “and the opportunity to lead student affairs at Skidmore brings all of my scholarly work and college experiences to fruition.” She added, “I am so very excited about joining the leadership team at such an excellent institution, and I look forward to all that we will accomplish.”

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Saratoga Independent School Opens New Wing

SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Wednesday, May 11, The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce joined students, faculty, parents, and friends of Saratoga Independent School for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the school’s new academic wing. Students made pinwheels to help decorate the entrance to the new wing, and John Marcantonio, Membership Director for The Saratoga County Chamber, provided the ribbon and ceremonial scissors. “The growth of Saratoga Independent School is remarkable. We are proud to have such a vibrant educational option within Saratoga County,” said Mr. Marcantonio. Students also shared their reflections

on what makes their school special. Comments included loving the morning challenge questions, doing fun experiments in science, learning from all kinds of books, and having lots of outdoor areas to learn and play. “You boys and girls have been part of a very special experience. You have seen first-hand how a really big dream can become a reality. You saw the blueprints, cheered the groundbreaking, watched the tractors come and make new roads, cement poured, walls go up, and even helped move materials into the classrooms. You are part of our history!” said Felice Karlitz, Director of School. For more information about Saratoga Independent School, go to siskids.org or call (518) 583-0841.

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SARATOGA CHILDRENS THEATRE

THIS WEEK’S

SPOTLIGHT

Saratoga Children’s Theatre offers performance camps for ages 4-18 years. At Saratoga Children’s Theatre we hire dedicated professionals that will enhance your child’s awareness for the arts while enjoying a great summer camp experience, while enhancing your child’s self esteem. All Camps are held at St. Clements School, 231 Lake Ave. Saratoga Springs, and Skidmore College, North Broadway Saratoga Springs. For more information and to read staff bio’s please visit www.saratogachildrenstheatre.org Before and After Care will be available for all camps.

For children who have a passion for performing arts, Saratoga Children’s Theatre summer camp is a dream come true.

RISING STARS camps (4-6 years) these stars-to-be will learn to explore their creativity through music, storytelling, movement, and arts. Both fun and educational, we have created our Rising Stars program to provide a warm and nurturing environment, giving campers the opportunity to gain a wonderful introduction to the theatrical arts. New this summer we will be offering half day and full day camps for the Rising Stars. RISING STARS 7 sessions July 4-8, 2016 FROZEN full day July 11-15, 2016 – Summertime Fun half day July 18-22, 2016 Doc McStuffins full day July 25-29, 2016 Fun on the Farm half day August 1-5, 2016 Disney Magic full day August 8-12, 2016 Squirm August 15-19, 2016 Go Fish All Rising Stars camos are one week 9am-4pm full day, 9am12noon half day. SCT KIDS camps (7-10 years) Campers will learn all

aspects of performance, and will have the opportunity to perform their show at the end of camp and they are open to the public. Campers will perform on stage at St. Clements Auditorium, Saratoga Springs. Camp hours are 9am-4pm; KIDS camps are 1 or 2 weeks. NEW this summer is 1 Play and 2 week camps.

KIDS CAMPS 4 Sessions

July 4-15, 2016 (Musical) The Tale of Pocahontas and John Smith July 18-29, 2016 (Musical) Annie August 1-12, 2016 (Play) Pan August 15-19 2016 (Musical) Jedi

SCT JUNIOR camps (10-13 years) Campers will learn

all aspects of performance, and will have the opportunity to perform in a show at the end of camp and they are open to the public. Campers will be educated in theater performance. NEW this summer is a 1-week Triple Threat camp and 3-21 Action camp for children who want to hone in on their acting skills. Campers will perform on stage at St. Clements Auditorium, Saratoga Springs. Camp hours are 9am-4pm. JUNIOR CAMPS 4 Sessions June 27-July 8, 2016 High School Musical Jr. July 1-12, 2016 Crazy July 11-15, 2016 Triple Threat July 18-29, 2016 Glee

To Advertise in the Summer Camp Guide

Call (518) 581-2480 SCT TEEN TROUPE camp (13-18 years) Campers will learn all aspects of performance, and will have the opportunity to perform in 4 shows at the end of camp at Skidmore College JBK Theater. Campers will have Master classes with Theater Professionals during their camp experience. NEW this summer is a one-week Audition Prep camp. Camp hours are 9am-4pm Camp will be held at St. Clements School for the first 2 weeks, the third week of camp is at Skidmore College. TEEN CAMPS 2 Sessions July 4 - 23, 2016 Grease August 1 - 20, 2016 Little Shop of Horrors Performances Location: Skidmore College’s JBK Theater

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FOOD

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016

Turning Today’s Scraps Into Tomorrow’s Topsoil

Saturdays, 9 to 1 Wednesdays, 3 to 6 High Rock Park

by Sadie Ross for Saratoga TODAY If you visit one of the 40,000 farms in New York State, chances are that you’ll be greeted by a smell that evokes pungent goodness. It is neither the scent of a fresh harvest nor the fragrance of bee and butterfly attracting flowers. Rather, it is compost, the rotting remains of yard waste, food scraps, and other foodstuffs that reside in heaps, barrels, or massive bins, breaking down slowly to produce new fertilizer for farmers to work into and revitalize their current topsoil. This is compost, a mixture of decaying organic substances typically used to amend soil. When added to a garden, compost improves the organic matter content of the soil, leading to increased water and nutrient holding capacity. The best news about compost is that it is easy to make in your own backyard. Compost comes in three varieties: yard waste, food scraps, and table scraps (which include such items as meat bones and leftovers that are heavy with oil, butter, or other additives.) While local farmers regularly incorporate table scraps into their compost piles, I advise that home composters stick to yard waste and food scraps. This is because home compost piles rarely get to a high enough temperature to guarantee that other table scraps will be effectively sterilized. Yard waste – leaves, grass clippings, perennial cuttings – can be left to decompose quite simply in a heap. Chicken wire or wooden pallets placed on three sides keeps the heap contained so the center of the pile remains hot, allowing the material to decompose. One partition area can serve as the pile that is being left to “cook” and a second can be used for actively accepting materials. Both piles should be

placed in the sun and turned with a pitchfork whenever the center has been hot enough long enough to decompose some of the core. One of the best ways to compost food scraps is in a barrel, either homemade or purchased. Place such items as vegetable peels, fruit rinds and relatively clean napkins and paper plates into containers that have screens at the bottom to allow air to come into the container and lets the water created from decomposing materials out. The container should be easy to spin to allow for the materials to get turned over and mixed up but be sealed enough to keep animals out. Many people prefer to use

a food grade container if their compost is going to be used in their vegetable garden. Some rules for good compost are smell, color, and texture. Good compost should smell like the earth, be dark brown or black in color, and be somewhat clumpy in texture. Basically, to make good compost there should be more “brown stuff ” than “green stuff ”. But keep in mind that green stuff has a lot of water in it, so you can add a lot of cut leafy perennials and grass clippings compared to dry brown leaves. Food compost will almost always need additional materials. Paper towels, cardboard, egg cartons, pizza boxes and other food grade “brown things” will add the carbon and structure necessary.

Kale Salad with Micro Greens Ingredients Adapted from Faring Well Salad: 1 bunch of Kale, stems removed and chopped 3 carrots, grated 1 bunch of radishes, tops and bottoms removed and thinly sliced 1 bunch of micro greens, (e.g. pea shoots, radish shoots) ¼ cup sunflower seeds Tahini Dressing: ¼ cup fresh lemon juice 1 cup tahini 1 ¼ cup water 1 green garlic, minced ¼ teaspoon cayenne

Directions For dressing: Blend ingredients together and adjust to taste. Recipe will make 2 ½ cups. Store in a tightly sealed glass jar in the refrigerator for up to one week. For salad: Toss ingredients together. Plate servings and drizzle on dressing and top with sunflower seeds (or pepitas). Options: add goat cheese, use favorite dressing.

What’s what in the world of compost? Worms at Fresh Take Farm. Photo Provided.

Composting at Denison Farm. Photo provided.

The Friends of the Saratoga Market will soon begin accepting compost from home gardeners to donate to local farmers and community gardeners. If you are unable to use your own compost, please consider offering it free of charge to the Friends. In the meantime, here are some basic tips for getting to know compost: Yard waste: Any material that comes from a vegetable or flower garden or from the lawn. Herbaceous materials are preferred but small sticks and twigs will decompose if left long enough. Weeds are also considered yard waste and can be put into the compost pile. Kitchen scraps: Anything that comes from the kitchen during food preparation. This is often referred to as pre-consumer food waste. Meats and dairy products should be avoided in a home compost bin. Vegetable scraps, fruit rinds, molded bread and coffee rinds are all food waste. Table scraps: Anything that comes off a kitchen table after a meal. This is generally a type of compost best handled by large composting facilities. Uneaten rolls, left over salad without dressing or untouched apple slices are ok to add to a home compost pile, but if it was on someone's plate or was cooked with oils you generally want to put it in the trash.

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016

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Boont? Bundt…Boont? bowl combine flour, baking soda and salt. Slowly add dry ingredients to butter, sugar and egg mixture. Mix in chocolate, beets and vanilla. Blend thoroughly. Pour into prepared pan. Tap gently on countertop to remove air bubbles. Bake for 45-55 minutes. Remove from oven when toothpick inserted into densest part of cake comes out clean. Let cool on

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY Hello my Foodie Friends. I have mentioned before that I love watching great movies. Among my choice films is “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” that also has one my favorite movies scenes. The classic scene from the movie is when Maria Portokales receives a bundt cake from the mother of her future son-in-law. Being cordial yet trying to understand what she is receiving, Maria glances at her daughter Toula, that elicits a back and forth dialog; “Boont? Bundt…Boont? Bundt. BOONT? BUNDT.....OH, IT’S A CAKE! There’s a hole in this cake!” Bundt cakes are a very delicious gift to give when going to see family or a friend. The bundt cake became popular in the 50’s and 60’s. The bundt pan has become America’s best selling cake pan (according to Nordic Ware) to create a no-fuss cake. It is a perfect cake to serve a crowd and easy to slice. Bundt cake pans are cake pans that are usually 10” – 12” in diameter and are 5” deep with a hole in the center. This ensures that deep cakes can bake evenly. They usually have fluted or ridged designs to make your cake look impressive. Bundt pans were derived from ceramic German Kugelhopf pans, which bake tall, round and (usually) yeasted sweet breads or cakes. The cast aluminum version was trademarked in 1950 by the founder of NordicWare, the largest and certainly most well known maker of bundtshaped pans. The pans were not popular with bakers at first, but after the Tunnel of Fudge cake – which was baked in a bundt pan -won 2nd in the 1966 Pillsbury

Bake-Off, sales of the pan took off and it is now one of the best selling pans in North America, with over 60 million sold. It is easy to see why, because the cakes are very stylish and, unlike layered cakes, look impressive without needing a drop of frosting. Plus, the NordicWare Bundt pans are made in the U.S.A. There are tens of thousands of recipes out there calling for bundt pans, and you won’t find another pan that can do the job as well. There are many other uses for bundt pans. You can bake any cake, meatloaf (fill center with mashed potatoes), various breads including Monkey bread or garlic bread, and jello! Stop by Compliments to the Chef at 46 Marion Avenue in Saratoga Springs for our assortment of Nordic Ware cast aluminum bundt pans in all sizes and shapes. Here is a delicious recipe from Nordic Ware to create a fabulous bundt cake. Chocolate Beet Cake Prep Time: 0:15 Bake Time: 0:45 Yields: 12-14 servings Ingredients • 2/3 cup chocolate morsels • 1 cup butter • 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar •3 eggs •2 cups pureed beets •1 teaspoon vanilla •2 cups flour •2 teaspoons baking soda •1/2 teaspoon salt

Prep and Instructions Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray or grease pan. Melt together chocolate and ¼ cup of butter. Cream together remaining butter and brown sugar. Beat in eggs one at a time. In another

rack for 10 minutes before turning out cake. Next time you go to visit a friend or a “future family member” bring a bundt cake! Be patient if they do not totally understand what it is. Have fun with it and enjoy!! Remember; “Life Happens in the Kitchen”. Take care. John and Paula

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Free Movies in the Park BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association is proud to once again present its free Movies in the Park series at Wiswall Park, Front Street in the village of Ballston Spa. The series begins on June 3, with the hit movie “Inside Out.” Next is “Minions” showing on July 1. The series ends with Disney’s 2015 version of “Cinderella” on August 5. The rain dates are June 4, July 2 and August 6. The movies are projected onto the wall of the adjacent building and begin at approximately 8:30 pm (dusk). Movie snacks will be available courtesy of North Star Church. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on to reserve their seats and enjoy the family friendly First Friday activities throughout town. As part of the First Friday events on those nights, there will be a scavenger hunt throughout the Village with movie clues and characters “hiding”

within the local shops, restau-

rants and businesses. Scavenger hunt cards can be found at Creative Endeavors, located at 49 Front Street and at Wiswall Park. Scavenger hunt cards can be turned in to Strolling Village Artisans, located at 20 Washington Street, for children to receive their prize. The Movies in the Park are presented by the BSBPA, a nonprofit, community organization committed to making the Village of Ballston Spa a better place to live and work, and to bringing quality arts and entertainment events for all ages to the community. The movie series is free to the public thanks to the generous support of local Ballston Spa businesses and residents.

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016

Spring Auto Show Winner

Derek Miller from Ballston Spa wins Best in Show at the Saturaday, May 14 Saratoga Automobile Museum Spring Auto Show and Family Fun Day. Congratulations, Derek! Photo provided.

Lions Club Honors Veterans

Retired SSPD sergeant Tony Strauss (left) and Saratoga Lions Club 2nd Vice President, Richard Reeves. Photo by Francesco D’Amico.

Pat Trepanier accepting for her husband, Frank Trepanier, and Lou Schneider. Photo by Francesco D’Amico.

Vietnam Vet Garth Lloyd and his wife, Dianne. Photo by Francesco D’Amico.

SARATOGA SPRINGS – The Saratoga Springs Lions Club held a special luncheon celebration on Thursday, May 12 at Bravo Restaurant on Route 9 to honor four United States Military Veterans for their outstanding service to their country and community. The four award recipients, chosen by the Lions Club own military veterans, served during World War ll, the Korean War, Vietnam, and Iraq/ Afghanistan. The celebratory lunch is part of the Lions Club inaugural “Honor A Vet” program, a multi-phase effort to thank our veterans. The Saratoga Springs Lions Club is one of the largest service organizations in New York State. Its mission and focus is on sight and hearing, diabetes, youth development and community service.

23 Adirondack Christian Fellowship   8 Mountain Ledge, Wilton 587-0623 | acfsaratoga.com Services: Sunday 8 a.m. & 10 a.m. Adirondack Friends Meeting 27 Saratoga Ave, South Glens Falls 793-3755 | adirondackfriendsmeeting.org Regina Baird Haag, Pastor Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Assembly of God Faith Chapel 6 Burgoyne St, Schuylerville 695-6069 | Rev. Jason Proctor Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m. Assembly of God Saratoga 118 Woodlawn Ave, Saratoga Springs 584-6081 | Services: Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Bacon Hill Reformed Church* 560 Route 32N, Bacon Hill | 695-3074 Rev. Janet Vincent | Services: Worship service 10 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m. Baha’i Community of Saratoga Springs 584-9679; 692-7694 | usbnc.org Ballston Center Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church 58 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa | 885-7312 ballstoncenterarpchurch.org Services: Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m. Ballston Spa United Methodist Church 101 Milton Ave, Ballston Spa 885-6886 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Bethesda Episcopal Church* 41 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs Bethesdachurch.org | 584-5980 The Very Rev’d Marshall J. Vang Services: Sunday 8:00AM & 10:00AM Calvary Capital District 17 Low Street, Ballston Spa | Pastor Andrew Holt Services: Sunday 10 am | calvarycd.com Church of Christ at Clifton Park 7 Old Route 146, Clifton Park 371-6611 | cliftonparkchurchofchrist.com Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Christ Community Reformed Church 1010 Route 146, Clifton Park | 371-7654 ccrc-cpny.org | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Christ Episcopal Church Routes 50 & 67, Ballston Spa | 885-1031 Services: Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. Christian Restoration Ministries Saratoga Senior Center 5 Williams St, Saratoga Springs 796-4323 | Pastor Pat Roach Services: Sunday 10 a.m.; 6:30 p.m. Christian Science Church 107 Circular St, Saratoga Springs 584-0221 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Community Alliance Church 257 Rowland St, Ballston Spa 885-6524 | Services: Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Congregation Shaara Tfille* 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs 584-2370 | saratogasynagogue.org Services: Saturday 10 a.m. Corinth Free Methodist Church   20 Hamilton Ave, Corinth 654-9255; 792-0271 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Corinth United Methodist Church 243 Main Street, Corinth 654-2521 | cfumc@cnyconnect.net Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Cornerstone Community Church 516 Park Ave., Mechanicville | 664-5204 mycornerstonechurch.org | Pastor Frank Galerie Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Community 2001 Route 9, Round Lake 877-8506 | ccorpusc@nycap.rr.com Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.;

RELIGION Eastern Orthodox — Christ the Savior 349 Eastline Road, Ballston Spa 786-3100 | xcsavior@yahoo.com. Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. First Baptist Church of Saratoga Springs 45 Washington St, Saratoga Springs 584-6301 | Services: Sunday 11 a.m. First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa 202 Milton Ave, Ballston Spa 885-8361 | bspabaptist.org Services: 10:30 a.m. worship, 9 a.m. Sunday School (all ages) First Presbyterian Church of Ballston Spa 22 West High St, Ballston Spa 885-5583 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Full Gospel Tabernacle 207 Redmond Road, Gansevoort 793-2739 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Galway United Methodist Church 2056 East St, Galway | 882-6520 galway-united-methodist-church.com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. (9 a.m. in July and August) Grace Fellowship Saratoga 165 High Rock Ave, Saratoga | 691-0301 saratoga.gracefellowship.com Pastor: Mike Adams Services: Sundays 9 & 11 a.m. Grace Brethren Church* 137 W. Milton Road, Ballston Spa 587-0649 | Rev. Dan Pierce Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Greater Grace Community Church Pastor David Moore | 899-7777 thechurch@ggccmalta.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Greenfield Center Baptist Church 30 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center | 893-7429 Services: Sunday School for all ages - 9:45 a.m.; Church Service - 11 a.m. Highway Tabernacle Church 90 River Road, Mechanicville | 664-4442 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Hope Church 206 Greenfield Ave, Ballston Spa 885-7442 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Jonesville United Methodist 963 Main St, Clifton Park 877-7332 | Services: Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Living Springs Community Church 59 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs 584-9112 | Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Living Waters Church of God 4330 State Rt. 50, Saratoga Springs 587-0484 | livingwaterscog.us Services: Sundays 10 a.m. Malta Presbyterian Church Dunning Street, Malta 899-5992 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Malta Ridge United Methodist Church 729 Malta Ave. Ext, Malta 581-0210 | Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Middle Grove United Methodist Church* 581-2973 | Pastor Bonnie Bates Services: Sunday 9 a.m. Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Corner of Jefferson St. & Crescent St. Saratoga Springs | 584-9441 Rev. Dr. Victor L. Collier, Pastor New Horizon Church 150 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs 587-0711 | Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. New Life Fellowship 51 Old Gick Road, ­­Saratoga Springs 580-1810 | newlifeinsaratoga.org. Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

NorthStar Church Gowana Middle School, Clifton Park 371-2811 | northstarchurch.com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. Old Saratoga Reformed Church* 48 Pearl St., Schuylerville oldsaratogareformedchurch.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Old Stone Church (American Baptist) 159 Stone Church Road, Ballston Spa 583-1002 | Services: Sunday 9 a.m.; Adult Sunday School 9 a.m.; Service 10:30 a.m. Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic Church* 73 Midline Road, Ballston Lake 399-5713 | Services: Saturday 5 p.m. Sunday 8:15 & 10:15 a.m. Presbyterian-NE Congregational Church 24 Circular St, Saratoga Springs 584-6091 | pnecchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m. Quaker Springs United Methodist Church* 466 Route 32 South, Quaker Springs 695-3101 | qsumc.com Pastor Al Johnson Services: Sunday 9 a.m. River of Hope Fellowship 100 Saratoga Village Blvd, Malta Cmns, Ste. 3 | 881-1505 riverofhopefellowship.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Roman Catholic Church of St. Peter 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-2375 | Services: Saturday 5 p.m.; Sunday 7:30, 9 and 11 a.m. St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church 231 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs 584-6122 | Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8, 9:30, 11:15 a.m. and 5 p.m., 1 p.m. Spanish Service St. George’s Episcopal Church 912 Route 146, Clifton Park 371-6351 | stgeorge@csdsl.net Services: Saturday 4:30 p.m.; Sunday 8 & 9:30 a.m. St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church* 3159 Route 9N, Greenfield Center 893-7680 stjosephschurchgreenfieldcenter.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m. St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church* 167 Milton Ave, Ballston Spa 885-7411 | stmarysbsta.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., Noon. St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church* 771 Route 29, Rock City Falls 893-7680 | sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com Services: Sunday 8:30 am. St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 149 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs 584-0904 | Services: Saturday 5 p.m.; Sundays 8:30 & 11 a.m. St. Peter Lutheran Church 2776 Route 9, Malta | 583-4153 Services: Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School at 9:15 a.m. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church 1 Grove Street, Schuylerville 695-3918 | Rev. Donna J. Arnold Services: Sunday 8 & 9 a.m. St. Thomas of Canterbury 242 Grooms Road, Halfmoon st-thomas-of-canterbury.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Saratoga Abundant Life Church 2325 Route 50 South, Saratoga Springs 885-5456 | SALChurch.org Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016 Saratoga Chabad 130 Circular St, Saratoga Springs 526-0773 | saratogachabad.com Saratoga Friends Meeting (Quaker) Rts. 32 and 71, Quaker Springs 587-7477; 399-5013 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Saratoga United Methodist Church* Henning Road, Saratoga Springs 584-3720 | saratogaumc.com Services: Sunday 9 & 10:45 a.m. Saratoga Seventh-Day Adventist Church 399 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs 882-9384 | saratogasda.org Services: Sabbath School: 10 a.m. Worship Service: 11:30 a.m. Schuylerville United Methodist Church* 51 Church St, Schuylerville 695-3101 | sumethodist.org Services: Worship at 11am Shenendehowa United Methodist 971 Route 146, Clifton Park 371-7964 Services: Sunday 9 & 10:30 a.m. Simpson United Methodist Church Rock City Road, Rock City Falls 885-4794 Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m. Soul Saving Station for Every Nation Christ Crusaders of America 62 Henry St, Saratoga Springs Services: Sunday 10 a.m. www.SOULSAVINGSTATIONCHURCH.COM Stillwater United Church (Presbyterian U.S.A.) 747 Hudson Avenue, Stillwater | 664-7984 stillwaterunitedchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Temple Sinai* 509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-8730 | saratogasinai.org Shabbat Services: Friday 6 p.m. or 8p.m. (rotating schedule) Saturdays: 10:30a.m. Terra Nova Church* 45 Washington St, Saratoga Springs 833-0504 | terranovachurch.org Services: Sunday 5:30 p.m. The Salvation Army/ Worship, Service & Community Center 27 Woodlawn Ave, Saratoga Springs 584-1640 Services: Sunday School 10 a.m.; Praise & Worship 11 a.m. Trinity United Methodist Church 155 Ballard Road, Gansevoort 584-9107 | tumcwilton.com Rev Keith Mann Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-1555 | uusaratoga.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Unity Church in Albany 21 King Ave., Albany 453-3603 Services: Sunday 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. West Charlton United Presbyterian Church 1331 Sacandaga Road, West Charlton 882-9874 | westcharltonupc.org Rev. Thomas Gregg, Pastor Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Wilton Baptist Church 755 Saratoga Road, Wilton 583-2736 wiltonbaptistchurch.com Services: Sunday 11 a.m.

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LOCAL BRIEFS Soroptimists Book Fair

Upcoming Walking Tours Derby Tours of Saratoga is proud to announce that we will be offering walking tours of North Broadway each Saturday of the four upcoming holiday weekends. Please join your guide Hollis Palmer for the tours which all begin at 2 p.m. in front of Crafter’s Gallery located at 427 Broadway. Each walking tour will take approximately two hours – please wear comfortable shoes. 100 percent of the money raised on the tours will be donated to a specific organization. The first tour will be May 28, 2016, Memorial Weekend to benefit Adopt a Soldier. Suggested donation is $10 per person. Please note, these are not architectural tours, but rather tours that tell the stories of the families who built these “Great Ladies.” For more details, visit http://www.derbytours.com/.

Free Movies in the Park The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association is proud to once again present its free Movies in the Park series at Wiswall Park, Front Street in the village of Ballston Spa. The series begins on June 3, with the hit movie “Inside Out.” Next is “Minions” showing on July 1. The series ends with Disney’s 2015 version of “Cinderella” on August 5. The rain dates are June 4, July 2 and August 6.

Day Trip to Boston The Notre Dame Visitation Church Capital Campaign Committee is hosting a Day Trip to Boston on Saturday, June 4, 2016. Departs Wilton Mall at 6 a.m. and returns approximately 9 p.m. This is a day in Boston on your own. Cost is $65.00 per person. Contact Cathy Weed for tickets at (518)695-6928. Don’t wait, get your tickets early.

In support of the 22nd Secret Gardens Tour, Northshire Bookstore of Saratoga, located at 424 Broadway in Saratoga Springs, will again sponsor a special shopping day for Soroptimists and friends on Saturday, June 4 and Sunday, June 5. Pick out your favorite books or purchase gift cards. Tell them that you are “Shopping for Soroptimists” and 20 percent of your purchase will be donated to support SISC programs. Admission is free. You can also purchase tickets for the July 10 Secret Gardens Tour at Northshire Bookstore from June 4 through July 9. The Secret Gardens Tour will showcase Saratoga’s finest gardens while raising money for programs that support women and girls.

Bariatric Support Group Meeting - FREE This is a monthly support group, meeting the first Monday of every month in the Saratoga Hospital Board Room, located at 211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs, from 6 - 8 p.m. The first meeting will be on June 6. Get information and support about all aspects of weight loss through various topics presented each month. No registration is required.

Go Native in your Garden Emily DeBolt of Fiddlehead Creek Native Plant Nursery will speak on native alternatives to invasive species and give you inspiration for your own garden on Monday, June 6 at noon at the Saratoga Springs Public Library, Henry Street, Saratoga Springs. Sponsored by the Heritage Garden Club of Saratoga Springs with support from the Alfred Z. SOLOMON Charitable Trust. Free and open to the public For more information contact: theheritage40@gmail.com.

Facts about Cataracts FREE Join Christopher Zieker, MD of Zieker Eye Ophthalmology, on June 8 in the Saratoga Hospital Board Room, located at 211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs

at 6 - 7:30 p.m. as he explains what cataracts are and treatment options. No longer do cataracts have to be “ready” or “ripe”. We will discuss this and other myths that continue to confuse patients. Come see what you’ve been missing! Christopher Zieker, MD has performed over 5,000 cataract surgeries.

Herbs, Perennials and Garden Décor The Heritage Garden Club of Saratoga Springs is sponsoring a herb, perennial plant and garden decor sale, Saturday, June 11 from 9 a.m. to noon on the corner of Bryan and East Ave. just off No. Broadway in Saratoga Springs. There will be many varieties of herbs, perennial plants as well as garden accents available for sale.

The 4th Annual Beekman Street Art Fair The 4th Annual Beekman Street Art Fair will kick off summer in Saratoga Springs, on Sunday, June 12, from 10 a.m. to 5p.m. in the Arts District located on Beekman St. between Grand Ave and West Circular. The familyfriendly, pedestrian-friendly event will feature over 50 fine and craft artists set up in individual tents along Beekman Street. Under the performance tent on Ash St will be a puppet demonstration, musical groups, and an Open Mic session hosted by Saratoga Children’s Theater. A children’s art park will be set up for make-ntake projects appealing to different age groups. Rain or shine, free admission. Saratoga Arts made this program possible with a Community Arts Grant funded by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

2nd Annual Mr. Polidore Dandelion 5K Run and Walk Mr. Stephen Polidore was a greatly loved Kindergarten teacher at Tanglewood Elementary for over 20 years. Sadly, he passed away in 2014. This event is held in his memory. Please

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016 help us celebrate him at this special event. The Mr. Polidore Dandelion 5K Run/Walk will be held on June 12 at Tanglewood Elementary School, located at 60 Tanglewood Dr., S. Glens Falls. At 8:30 a.m. there will be a Fun Run for Kids and at 9 a.m. a 5K Run/Walk (timed event). Cost is $7 for a Fun Runner, $25 for the 5K Runner ($30 day of Race). Rain or Shine. Check our Facebook page for registration information and updates. Register at www.dandelion5k.com. Register by May 20 and receive a commemorative T-Shirt. Each Kids Fun Run participant will receive a medal.

New Treatment Options for Worn Out Hips and Knees – FREE Join Dr. Lawrence Fein, MD of OrthoNY at the Saratoga Springs Public Library- Susman Room, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs, on June 14 at 5 - 6:30 p.m. as he discusses the latest in treatment options for patients with hip and knee ailments. You don’t have to live with your pain!

Free Indeed Children’s Giveaway – Clothing, toys and baby gear. Sizes: newborn – teen. All items are free. Saturday, June 18 at Saratoga Abundant Life, Route 50 and Hutchins Rd., Saratoga Springs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shop, eat and be blessed. So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. John 8:36

Strawberry Festival Come to the Strawberry Festival at the Round Lake United Methodist Church located at 34 George Ave., Round Lake on June 18 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy fresh strawberry shortcake.

200th Anniversary Celebration Join Eagle-Matt Lee fire Company No. 1 as they celebrate their 200th Anniversary on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds, Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa. A parade starts at 11:30 followed by rides, games, food, vendors and more. There

will be a Jaws of Life live demo, Local DJ Hersh Productions, Big Sky Country from 4 – 9 p.m. and more.

The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series will be held Mondays, June 27, July 11, July 25, August 8 and August 22 at 6:15 p.m. at Camp Saratoga, Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park. The races are open to all and registration is $5 at the door. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve and the Saratoga Spa State Park. Refreshments and raffle prizes afterwards. Grand prizes will be awarded for best times for all 5 events, continual improvement and most family members. For more information visit www.saratogastryders.org or email laura@saratogastryders.org .

Yankees vs. Red Sox The Notre Dame Visitation Church Capital Campaign Fundraiser Committee is hosting a second bus to the Yankees vs Red Sox Game on Sat., July 16, 2016. The cost is $120 per person which includes bus, entrance into the game and unlimited Pepsi products and many food items from 1st through 5th inning of game. Bus leaves Wilton Mall 11 a.m. Game starts at 4 p.m. Tickets on sale now, first come, first serve. Tickets are nonrefundable. Contact Pete Healy (518) 421-2956

Erie Canal Cruise The Olde Saratoga Seniors are hosting a trip on the 90 minute Erie Canal Cruise after a stop to Gems Along the Mohawk, a unique gift shop and then arrive at Waterfront Grille for buffet style lunch and then board the Lil’ Diamond Vessel for your cruise. The cost of this trip is $46 per person The date is Friday, July 22, 2016 leaving Saratoga Train Station at 8:15 a.m. or the American Legion in Schuylerville at 8:30 a.m. and returning approximately 5:30 p.m. Mail checks to Mary LaMora, 19 Seward St., Apt. 16, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 by June 15. Any questions, call (518) 584-7986.

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

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016 8th Annual Appreciation Day and Parade for Malta Military, Veterans and First Responders

Family Friendly Event

Friday, May 20 Flamenco Concert National Museum of Dance, 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. Alegria Ensemble will present an evening of provocative rhythms, spirit and duende. The Alegria Ensemble consists of Maria Zemantauski - guitar, Jose Miralles - guitar, Monica Roach - cello, Jeff Michael - percussion and special guest flamenco dancer “La Nina.” The Alegria Ensemble has been described by music critics as “an elegantly understated global music ensemble.” With a repertoire that is influenced by both tradition and innovation, the Spanish guitar remains at the center of their sophisticated sound. This special program will feature traditional Spanish and Flamenco songs and dances. Tickets are $25 per person which includes a glass of wine. Call the Museum at (518) 584-2225 x3001 to purchase tickets. Extremely limited seating available.

Saturday, May 21 St. Paul’s Food Drive St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 149 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The youth of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church will be holding a food drive to benefit the St. Paul’s Food Pantry. This drive will be a part of the annual 30 Hour Famine, an event where our youth pledge to go without food for 30 hours; in order to raise funds and awareness for people who go without food every day. If you would like to contribute to our food drive, donations can be dropped off at the church. Donations to the pantry can be dropped off weekdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thank you for helping us take care of those in need in our community.

Corner of Bayberry Dr. and Route 9, 10 a.m. Residents and participants are set to gather to honor Armed Forces Day with an annual parade and ceremony. This year, the beginning of the parade will stop at the Town Hall where a brief ceremony will be conducted to honor the lives lost on 9/11, as well as those who continue to fight for our freedom. The ceremony will include the dedication of a portion of a steel beam that was once a part of the World Trade Center. The parade will then continue south through the roundabout and turn right on Blacksmith Drive. Please view the website at www.maltaparksrec.com for parade route and detour map.

Multi-Author Story Time Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 11 a.m. Patricia Tracy Dow - Beveridge “Moonlight of Morgan Hill.” Everyone agreed, Moonlight was a beautiful cow, but she never knew how special she really was until one cold, snowy Vermont winter. Ann Marie Gardinier Halstead - “Bucket Filling Fairy”. It’s an ordinary day at Strawberry Hill Summer Camp until a magical creature arrives and surprises the campers. Sandy Wilbur & Kimberley Ray - “Goodnight My Honey Bunnies.” A charming book and lullaby CD designed to delight and soothe babies and children of all ages. The author and illustrator will share music and art from the book. For more information or other events, visit www.northshire.com.

Genealogy and Local History Town of Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29, Schuylerville, 1 p.m. Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will meet. William H. Payne, Vietnam veteran and Civil War re-enactor, will be the program speaker. Bill is the author two postCivil War mysteries, The Veteran in a New Field and The Sharpshooter on Picket Duty. His interviews with war veterans have been taped for the Library of Congress and the State Military History Museum. Public is welcome. For information call (518) 587-2978.

CALENDAR 25 Caffè Lena Anniversary Concert Arthur Zankel Music Center, Skidmore Campus, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. Tickets are $30 general admission, $15 students. To purchase tickets go to ww.brownpapertickets. com/event/2535169. For more information call (518) 583-0022.

Sunday, May 22 Monthly Indoor Craft and Garage Sale Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 11a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission is free with over 40 vendors; parking is great, bargains galore, lunch, books, household items, sports equipment, handmade items, clothing, jewelry, party vendors, pet supplies and just about anything you can imagine may be found here. New vendors are signing up every month. Rain or shine the sales go on and it is a fun activity the entire family enjoys. Come browse, visit, eat, or just get out of the house with a friend. All proceeds go to our local charities. All markets are held the fourth Sunday of each month Tables are $15 for an 8 ft. table; call (518) 289-5470 for information or to sign up for a table.

Monday, May 23 Wildflower Walk Saratoga Spa State Park, Saratoga Springs, 2 p.m. Enjoy a relaxing walk around the park while learning about the medicinal qualities, legends, and folklores surrounding the wildflowers that grow here. This program is appropriate for ages 7 and up. Fee is $3 per person or $5 per family. Please call (518) 584-2000 Ext. 116 to register.

Tuesday, May 24 Essential Retirement Planning Workshop Saratoga County Arts Council, 320 Broadway, #1, Saratoga Springs, 6 – 8:30 p.m. If there were significant missing facts costing you money wouldn’t you want to find out? Let us help you take the confusion out of retirement strategies. In today’s ever changing economic environment, many Americans are concerned about protecting their savings and running

out of money in retirement. Be our guest at this free important 2-day event (Tuesday and Wednesday). To register, call (888) 612-8496.

Wednesday, May 25 Cancer Support Group Saratoga Hospital, 211 Church St., Saratoga Springs, Noon – 1 p.m. The cancer support group, regardless of the type of cancer one faces, is a safe container to explore common physical, financial, emotional, cognitive, developmental, familial and spiritual issues. Skills of resiliency, empathy, “being seen and understood,” are addressed. Inter-connectedness, intimacy, and new attitudes and possibilities are cultivated to face and release feelings of isolation, confusion, anxiety and day-to-day uncertainties in a group of people with similar wishes to improve the quality of their lives. Pierre Zimmerman, who facilitates this group, has been working with people who have cancer for the last 12 years, leading support groups, mindfulness based stress reduction programs and spiritual retreats. Pierre is a survivor of stage 4 cancer, diagnosed in 2001 and given a few months to live. He has been dedicating a large part of his life since then to supporting people on their journeys with cancer. Call Pierre at (413) 992-7012 to register and confirm — as schedule may be subject to change.

Roast Pork and Baked Chicken Dinner Menu: soup, tossed salad, roast pork loin, baked chicken, stuffing, mashed potatoes, vegetables, dessert, rolls and butter, coffee, tea. Donation requested: adults $12, seniors and military (active/retired with ID card) $11, children 5- 12 $8, under 5 free, take-out $12. Cash bar available. For more information, call (518) 584-2585.

Malta Memories Malta Ridge United Methodist Church, Malta Avenue Extension, 7 p.m. The Malta Memories Historical Group is sponsoring a talk by Matthew Kirk of Hartgen Archaeological Associates, who will speak on “The History and Archaeology of the Saratoga Borderland from 1680 to 1748.” All are invited.

Acoustic Blues Open Mic and Jam

Café Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga, Sign-up 7 p.m. – Show at 7:30 p.m. NYS Blues Hall of Fame inductee Sonny Speed will be hosting the evening for SABS. This month’s featured artist is Robin O’Herrin, specializing in Delta and Piedmont blues and gospel. She brings this seminal music into the present. This is a monthly event on the 4th Wednesday of the month. Come on down to listen and or play the Blues.

Matty’s Mountain

Christine McDonald Community Room, Crandall Library, Glens Falls. 7 p.m. Dr. Graham Cox will present a talk on “Matty’s Mountain” for the monthly program of the Southern Adirondack Audubon Society. Dr. Cox will focus his talk on developing a forest stewardship plan to encourage birds and other wildlife. Matty’s Mountain is a 172 -acre tract, surrounded by the Berry Pond state forest unit. A forest management plan that puts maintaining water quality and creating a wildlife habitat at the top of their stewardship objectives has been developed for this tract. Dr. Cox invites you to discuss creating early successional habitat to suit forest bird species with some area examples. When in due course Matty’s Mountain is open to public use, visitors will find the area rich in wildlife. This program is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www. southernadirondackaudubon.org.

Thursday, May 26 Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony

Corner of Union and Nelson to Regent St. to Greenridge Cemetery, 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Come honor those who have given their lives for our country. The City of Saratoga Springs invites you to the 2016 Memorial Day Parade and Commemorative Ceremony. Join with our local veteran groups and organizations to honor all those lost in service to our country. There will be a closing ceremony at the cemetery. Highlights include: local organizations including the police and fire departments, local marching bands from all across Saratoga County, and vintage and classic cars. Contact Gayle LaSalle at (518) 587-3550 x2520 or gayle. lasalle@saratoga-springs.org with questions. We hope to see you there.

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

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Week of May 20– May 26, 2016

Top-Notch Performers Play at Folk Festival All Memorial Day Weekend BALLSTON SPA — Known to its devoted fans for its combination of stellar performers, participatory events, informal jamming, and laidback family atmosphere, the annual GottaGetGon festival will be taking place at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds in Ballston Spa Memorial Day weekend, May 27 to May 30. “We’ve had four generations of our family there,” said festival-goer Kate Munson. “There’s something for every age.” “A gold nugget of a festival where music seems to spring straight from the ground,” said Margie Rosenkranz of Clifton Park. “The tunes can be just as good around the campsites and picnic tables as on stage, and that’s saying something. The synergy between performers and music lovers is palpable; the workshops and performances are top quality.

At night you’ll find yourself hiking through the dark following the sound of a particular song.” This year’s GottaGetGon lineup includes: Atwater-Donnelly (Atwater-donnelly.com) A husband-wife duo from Rhode Island blends appealing vocals with an astounding array of instruments, including the mountain dulcimer, old-time banjo, tin whistle, guitar, mandolin, harmonica, limberjacks, feet, and more. Their repertoire includes traditional American and Celtic folk songs, a capella pieces, oldtime gospel songs, dance tunes, and original works. Charlie Parr (Charlieparr.com) A blistering finger-picker with keening, cut-through-thecrowd vocals. His heartfelt and plaintive original folk blues and traditional spirituals are rooted in

a humble upbringing as the son of two proud union meatpackers. He has thirteen albums to his name and plays more than 250 shows a year world-wide. Ben Miller and Anita MacDonald (Benandanita.com) Queensbury native Ben Miller pursued his lifelong love of the pipes all the way to the University of Edinburgh, where he completed a post-grad degree at their School of Scottish studies. Anita MacDonald adds the fiddle tunes and Gaelic songs of her native Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Heather Pierson Trio (Heatherpierson.com) At the seat of a piano or brandishing an acoustic guitar, tenor banjo, or melodica, Pierson moves seamlessly from New Orleans jazz

and blues to rousing Americana and poignant, original ballads. The Mostly-New Generation Folk Concert on Friday evening will feature 5 Mile String Band, Max Hatt with Edda Glass, and Canadian roots-rockers The Young Novelists. The four main acts will perform both feature sets and a series of themed workshops. The weekend also includes an all-ages dance, a gospel sing, a swing band performance, and an all-voiceswelcome a Capella sing. All events are under cover and happen rain or shine. The festival is wheelchair-accessible. Weekend admission is $55 for adults (age 23 and up) and $30 for students (ages 18-22). Admission for one day is $30

for adults and $18 for students. Younger folks under 18 are free with a paying adult. (Tickets are available at the gate or on-line at: http://www.brownpapertickets. com/event/2530381) On-site parking and camping is free. To keep the festival small and inexpensive to attend, there will be several food vendors, including Ben and Jerry’s. Attendees may prepare food at their campsites (no open fires, please) or patronize Ballston Spa’s many excellent shops and restaurants. More information on the festival, including a detailed schedule of events, is available at pickingandsinging.org under “GottaGenGon festival.” For more information by phone, call Vicki at 518-872-0663.

Kara ‘Trips’ Back Home Continued from page 3.

sense of humor (laced with a nice bit of deadpan sarcasm) fool you – this is gritty writing in the realism mode. In Tripping, set in the urban, mostly inner-city areas of the Capital Region, Kara writes from the perspective of Finn, a male drug dealer and his own personal struggles with addiction, and life in general. “The inspiration for this was real,” Kara said, “I was in a relationship with a guy from Burnt Hills who struggled with a drug problem. I had started to develop some of the themes of the book before I became aware about his battling these demons. Actually, the main character began as a female, sort of a female Harry Potter, who defeated dark forces with components of magic. But once I did learn the truth about him, the words just flowed in a different direction. It turned out to be a catharsis of sorts for me.” Some brief excerpts tell the tale: “All I’ve got to do is just get through this ordeal. Push through it; be a man… “Stupid car. Stupid neighborhood. It’d be one thing if I lived in New York City, where there’s violence, sure, but tons of opportunity to become a better man. Not the case here. Instead I’m north of Albany, in rotten Dammer-f-ing-town, where there is no other side, where no great life is waiting for me, where the earth threw up and walked away.”

Kara Storti

- From ‘Tripping Back Blue’ By Kara Storti Published by Carolrhoda Books - April 1, 2016 I asked her if she still composed songs. “I still write them, from time to time, when I can,” she said. “I find that it is good to combat writer’s block – switching disciplines can unclog the mental log jam.” These and other tips will be shared with a Saratoga Springs High School Senior class earlier that day, while you get to enjoy the finished product of her hard work and effort later that evening. As a music programmer, Kara Storti made me look like a very discerning, smart judge of talent. You will feel the same way if you recommend her appearance next week to friends. As big a thrill as it is to spot

a young person with a gift, it’s even a bigger thrill to check in later on, and see how that ability and flair has blossomed. And that, simply, is what you have before you next Thursday. Speaking of which, if you read this far, you have migrated to our PULSE section, where Rebecca Davis does a great job letting her talent blossom. I highly recommend that you read the rest of this section as long as you are here - always a nice counterpoint to the dreary news of the day. “An evening with author Kara Storti” will take place at Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway in Saratoga Springs next Thursday, May 26 at 6 p.m. Kara will be conducting a Q & A, reading and signing copies of her new novel – “Tripping Back Blue” – which is suitable for mature teens and adults.

27 PULSE Beekman Street Art Fair Coming in June

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Arts District on Beekman from Grand Ave to West Circular will be closed to traffic on Sunday, June 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for the fourth annual Beekman Street Art Fair. Over fifty juried artists will set up individual tents displaying fine art, including painting, photography, lithographs, pottery, jewelry, woodworking and fiber art. This family-friendly event also features a children’s art tent and a large performance tent with music by Running the River, Nature of the Name, North and South Dakotas, and Grafton Celtic Trio. Also under

the big tent will be an open mic session hosted by Saratoga Children’s Theater. The fair will further include street performers from Circus Theatricks and Balloon Gal Jenny, who will be strolling the streets to entertain. Specialty food trucks will be parked on Oak St. throughout the day. After many years of hard work and serving the community, the Arts District on Beekman, Inc. is now an official 501c3 entity. This designation allows the group to qualify for the Community Arts Grant as well as future sponsorships for neighborhood events.

The 4th Annual Art Fair is coordinated by residents and local artists Amejo Amyot, Cecilia Lockwood, Lara McBride, Ashley Roberts and Susan Rivers. Roberts, who manages the music, entertainment and marketing aspects of the event said, “I’ve always been a huge fan of local art and live music. Having this opportunity to collaborate with our artists, it’s hard not to be inspired. It makes me proud to call Beekman my home.” For more information on the Beekman Street Art Fair, visit saratogaartdistrict.com or contact ArtsOnBeekman@ gmail.com.

Black Elks Host Dinner-Dance Fundraiser SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Frederick Allen Lodge #609 of the Improved Benevolent Order of Elks of the World, informally known as the “Black Elks,” will hold their annual Dinner-Dance on Friday, June 3, from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., at the Knights of Columbus on Pine Road in Saratoga Springs. The purpose of the DinnerDance is to raise funds for the scholarship provided by the Lodge to the Saratoga Springs High School student of color with the highest grade point average. Featured speaker of the evening will be Congressman Paul Tonko. Also in attendance will be Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner and Saratoga Springs Mayor Joanne Yepsen. The dinner will be catered by Mama Mia’s Restaurant, with dance music provided by D.J. Dragonnette and Garland Nelson. The I.B.P.O.E. of W. was founded in Ohio in 1898. The Saratoga Springs affiliate was established in 1925 and named after D.P.W. worker Frederick Allen, whose descendants still live in the area today. The women’s support organization, the Mary A. Carter Temple #362, was founded in the same year. Since 1966 the Lodge has been located at 69 Beekman Street. It has played an important role in the history of Saratoga Springs over the past century, and in its heyday organized a youth drum and bugle

corps and held parades through town and down Beekman Street. A number of old photographs of the Lodge and the Beekman Street parades are part of the Bolster Collection. The Lodge is dedicated to community service, with emphasis on youth, education, and providing for the needy. The Lodge also holds a popular Jazz BBQ in September and the Temple organizes a colorful July Fashion Show.

The Dinner-Dance is a wonderful opportunity for persons of every background to dine, dance, socialize and celebrate the accomplishments and values of the Frederick Allen Lodge. For tickets, program ads, or further information contact Bill Stanley (wstanley@nycap.rr.com, 796-4581), Bob Reed (vikings27@ verizon.net, 583-2999) or Ken Klotz (kklotz@nycap.rr.com, 587-1534).

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801 Supper Club Returns to the Mansion Inn with All New Lineup ROCK CITY FALLS — If you have never been to or stayed at the Mansion Inn, this summer is definitely the time to do so! The Mansion is bringing back their extraordinary 801 Supper Club for its second season with an all new lineup of fabulous cabaret and comedy talent. Set in the charming elegance of the Mansion Inn’s carriage house, the 801 Supper Club is both a night of fine dining and high-end entertainment. After a sumptuous three-course meal, guests are treated to a 90-minute show in the carriage house’s intimate setting. Though seating is plentiful, all guests have a direct, up-close view of the stage. The first Supper Club begins on Thursday, May 26 with the iconic Tony nominee and drag extraordinaire, Charles Busch. Busch is known for his roles in the films, “Die Mommie Die” and “Psycho Beach Party,” as well as his Tony nominated play, “The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife.” During this special performance, Busch’s musical numbers will be intermingled with hilarious storytelling and shared memories from his life.

Seth Sikes

The rest of the lineup for the summer into fall is impressive, to say the least. Seth Sikes will be gracing the Mansion Inn stage on Thursday, June 23, bringing Liza Minnelli’s work to life in honor of the star’s seventieth birthday. Following Sikes will be Telly Leung from the hit show “Glee” on July 21 and renowned comedienne Judy Gold on August 25. “We really wanted to get a full blown stand-up comedian this season and Judy Gold is

Nathan Lee Graham

one of the top in the country,” said Jeff Wodicka, owner of the Mansion Inn. “She’s behind the scenes on major shows and her stand up is great. She will be amazing,” Grammy winner Nathan Lee Graham, who has starred in “Zoolander,” “Hitch” and “Sweet Home Alabama,” not to mention the Broadway show, “Priscilla, Queen of the Desert,” will be at the Inn on September 22. Finishing out the season is Nancy Timpanaro-Hogan,

who will dazzle audiences with her variety of cabaret songs and side-splitting comedy. Hogan’s memorable performance is sure to leave audiences waiting in anticipation for the next Supper Club season. As if the spectacular entertainment wasn’t enough, the three-course dinner is just another star of the show. Prepared by Executive Chef Rick Bieber, the meal includes an appetizer choice of salad or bruschetta, an entrée of either prime rib, swordfish or

eggplant stack, and to top it all off, a rich dessert of chocolate truffle tart or crème brule. Dinner seating begins at 6 p.m. and all shows begin at 8 p.m. Tickets to the 801 Supper Club are $60 per person, plus tax. For reservations or more information, visit themansionsaratoga.com or call 518885-1607. The Mansion Inn is located at 801 Route 29 in Rock City Falls, just six miles west of Saratoga.

Week of May 20– May 26, 2016

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Family Fun Day For Jake’s Help From Heaven SARATOGA SPRINGS — Jake’s Help from Heaven hosted their sixth annual Family Fun Day on Sunday, May 15 at Saratoga Strike Zone, and from these photos, it looked like another great year! The sold-out event included two hours of bowling, shoe rentals, tickets for bumper cars, arcade tokens, pizza and soda, raffles, family photos and more. All proceeds raised at Family Fun Day go toward Jake’s Help

Photos by Francesco D’amico.

from Heaven (JHFH). JHFH, founded in 2011, is dedicated to helping families and children with medical challenges and disabilities in the surrounding 100 miles around Saratoga Springs. Since its inception, JHFH has funded over $300,000 in applications, which assist individuals with medical treatment, equipment and travel. For more information about Jake’s Help from Heaven, visit jakeshelpfromheaven.org.

Alexandra Endres, Paulie Endres and Sam Ostergren.

Elana Rapisarda and Emma Nicholson.

Heather and Brian Straughter; Beth, Jasper, Zoe and Charlie Alexander; Jeff, Heath, Nicky and Tessa Ames; Rob and Evie Springs; Kathleen Monaco and Susana Hoffman.

Penelope & Donelle Straughter.

Peter, Teddy, Sean and Rena Andrews

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saturday, 5/21: Justin + Josh, 8 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060 Ubuntu, 9 pm @ Bentley’s — 899.4300 Caffe Lena Aniversary Concert, 7 pm @ Caffè Lena — 583.0022 Alan Epstein, 9:30 am @ Caffè Lena — 583.0022 Graham Tichy, 7:30 pm @ Carney’s Tavern — 952.7177 Houde + Hofmanis, 7 pm @ Carson’s Woodside Tavern — 584.9791 Radio Junkies, 9 pm @ Caroline St. Pub — 583.9400 J Yager, 6 pm @ Diamond Club Grill 587.2022 Manic City Radio, 10 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003 Master Cylinders, 8 pm @ Nanola — 587.1300 John Savage Quartet, 9 pm @ 9 Maple Avenue — 583.2582 Pat Daley, 6 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026 Matt Mirabile, 9 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026 George Giroux, 6:30 pm @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563 Adam Ezra Group w/ Black Mountain Symphony, 9 pm @ Putnam Den — 584.8066 Hair of the Dog, 8 pm

@ The Parting Glass — 583.1916 Karaoke, 9:30 pm @ The Rusty Nail — 371.9875 Marcus Ruggiero, 3 pm @ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463 Rob Aronstein, 7 pm @ Wishing Well — 584.7640

sunday, 5/22: Maurizio Russomanno, 3 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003 Kip Chapman, 12 pm @ Nanola — 587.1300 Live Jazz Brunch, 10 am @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563 Jeff Brisbin, 3 pm @ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463

monday, 5/23: Larry Hooker, 6:30 pm @ Brook Tavern — 871.1473

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wednesday, 5/25: Acoustic Blues Open Mic w/ Robin O’Herin, 7 pm @ Caffè Lena — 583.0022 The Masters of Nostalgia, 8:30 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026 Celtic Session, 7 pm @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916 Karaoke, 9 pm @ The Rusty Nail — 371.9875

thursday, 5/26: Open Mic, 7 pm @ Caffè Lena — 583.0022 Matty Finn, 6 pm @ Carney’s Tavern — 952.7177 Mitch Frasier, 7 pm @ Carson’s Woodside Tavern — 583.9400 Open Mic, 10 pm @ Circus Café — 583.1106 Woodstone, 8 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 Chris Carey + Mike O’Donnell, 8 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026 Rich Ortiz, 6:30 pm @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563 Falsifier w/ Filth, 8 pm @ Putnam Den — 584.8066 Celtic Session, 7 pm @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916

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Puzzles Across 1 Biting 8 Pulley wheel 14 Beyond enthusiastic 16 __ arch: blood vessel section 17 Pennsylvania athletes 19 "Charlotte's Web" monogram 20 Like dreamers, often 21 Word of suspicion, to Tweety 22 Steering aids 24 __ moment 26 Langley-based org. 27 Maritime raptor 28 Florida athletes 32 Booyah, e.g. 33 Tax shelter initials 34 Gray wrote one in a country churchyard 35 Illinois athletes 39 Teatime choice 42 "Un-PC" was added to it in 2014 43 "Take a Chance on Me" group 47 Michigan athletes 50 Company headquartered in Trollhättan 51 Fizzy prefix 52 Words before hear or see 53 Needing to be picked up 54 "Let it be" 56 Address label words 60 Düsseldorf distances: Abbr. 61 Sports cliché that explains 17-, 28-, 35- and 47-Across 64 Make final adjustments to, as a concert piano 65 Family feud 66 They may be intangible 67 Setting piece Down 1 Electrical units 2 Scott Adams' Evil Director of Human Resources 3 Wrap around 4 Grafton's "__ for Ricochet" 5 Rum desserts 6 Post-op areas 7 Red Sox great Yastrzemski

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8 The tenth Muse, to Plato 9 Old TV knob 10 Proof word 11 Diplomatic official 12 Taking in 13 "Understanding is a kind of __": Sagan 15 Part of XXL: Abbr. 18 Proceed 23 Air freshener scent 25 Ray or Jay 28 Emcee's aid 29 The Era of __: period in Notre Dame sports lore 30 Toon with a cat named Bowser 31 Satisfy 36 Health care orgs. 37 Vintner's prefix

38 Hose users: Abbr. 39 Words on the Royal Canadian Air Force badge 40 Is ready to blow

41 "__ of Philadelphia": Oscar-winning song 44 Court scores 45 Long-grained Asian rice 46 Beyond poor 48 Pre-game decision makers 49 Property encumbrance 53 Eiffel's world 55 Level 57 Fall mo. 58 "Mon __!" 59 Salon treatment 62 Sinusitis-treating MD 63 Top __

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: Seasonable, Seasonal Seasonable means appropriate for the season or occasion. The sleet is unexpected but seasonable for this time of year. Seasonal refers to a particular season. Her seasonal work includes giving golf lessons in Miami. 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 davedowling59@yahoo.com

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Dominance: SRA Makes Strong Statement in States by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Though shortened by weather conditions, Saratoga Rowing Association (SRA) dominated the medal count at 2016 New York State Scholastic Rowing Association Championships on Saturday, May 14 and Sunday, May 15 on Fish Creek. Some highlights: - 20 Championship Medals in side-by-side competition - 11 additional medals based on earlier time trials (due to weather cancelling side-by-side heats) - 31 medals total - SRA first-place finishes:

- Sprint Racing: - Womens Freshmen Quad - 1 - Mens Freshmen Eight -

- Womens Varsity Pair - 1 - Womens Varsity Single - 1 - Womens Varsity Single - 2

Photos by Francesco D’Amico

SSHS Baseball Seniors Honored

SARATOGA SPRINGS – Senior Blue Streak baseball players, along with friends and family take the field for Senior Night at East Side Rec. on Saturday, May 14. Everyone celebrated as Saratoga romped over Schuylerville, 22-2 in their last regular season home game - closing out the season with four straight wins, and five of their last six, heading into the postseason vs. Niskayuna on Tuesday, May 17. Senior team members pictured with their families are (L to R): Jake Kerr, Brendon Frank, Nick Kondo, Cory McArthur, Danny Hobbs, Shane Barringer, Danny Coleman and Brendan Coffey. Photo by MarkBolles.com In that opening round contest, Saratoga, seeded sixth, was victorious over #11 Niskayuna, 5-0, and squared off versus #3 Ballston Spa on Thursday evening. Photo by MarkBolles.com.

- Mens Varsity Single - 1 - Mens Varsity Single - 2 - Womens Freshmen Eight - 1 - Mens Freshmen Quad – 1 - Womens Varsity Eight - 1 - Womens Lightweight Eight - 1 - Womens Juniors Four - 1 - Womens 2V Eight - 1 - Mens Juniors Quad - 1 - Mens Lightweight. Quad - 1 - Womens Varsity Quad - 1 - Womens Lightweight Quad - 1 - Womens Juniors Quad - 1 - Womens Juniors Double – 1

- Mens Lightweight Eight - 1 - Time Trials: - Womens Freshman Quad - Mens Freshman Eight - Womens Jr Four - Womens 2V Eight - Womens Freshman Eight - Mens Freshman Quad In a word – unreal. Afterwards, SRA announced that they were sending 73 rowers who qualified at States to Nationals (SRAA National Championships) in Zanesville, Ohio next weekend, May 27 and 28.

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All Outdoors Finding Time

by Tim Blodgett Saratoga TODAY May is three weeks gone already and I’m so far behind, I have to revise my outdoor plans before I’ve had a chance to get started. My mother warned me about the fleetness of time when I was younger (not “young” because would imply that I’m old and I’m too young to be old) and time seemed to stretch to infinity. The truth is that time does indeed stretch on to infinity, but I won’t, and therein is the problem. There are so many ways to enjoy being outdoors that it can be hard to decide what to do. The trick is to not let indecision bring you to a standstill. I sometimes struggle with this problem and I know I’m not the only one.

It is the easiest thing in the world to not do something because it’s too late or too early or too cold or too hot or too dark or it’s going to rain or it’s time for dinner or you only have an hour or there’s no one to go with and then, when you finally decide what you want to do, you then conclude that it was a long day, so you sit down on the couch, put your feet up and make like a buzz saw. Sound familiar? I won’t judge you because that has been me more times than I want to admit. They say that the first step to getting well is acknowledging that you have a problem. The next step is doing something about it! The busy quotient of May and June can be astronomically high, especially if you have school age children or are involved in school aged children’s events. There always seems to be a practice or a game or an assembly that needs attending. I think that it’s great that the kids have so many activities to take part in, but there’s a lot of stress involved. If that sounds like your life, try to identify the spaces in between when you can engage in a less competitive pursuit. You may have to drag the kids kicking and screaming away from their electronic distractions but taking just an hour to go to walk trails in the Wilton Preserve

or Yaddo will open their eyes to a different experience. There are many other places I think of as “pocket parks” that you can spend as little as 15 minutes to explore and learn a little about this area and the people who lived here. One that comes to mind is the Orra Phelps Nature Preserve located on Parkhurst Road in the town of Wilton. This 18-acre gem was donated to the Saratoga Land Conservancy (Saratoga PLAN) by the niece of Dr. Orra Almira Phelps for the enjoyment of all nature lovers. Take a minute to search Dr. Orra Phelps online, I’m sure you will be impressed with her bio, and then take some time to visit this little slice of nature it’s only 10 minutes away! If you have a little more time, visit Hudson River Crossing Park at Lock 5 of the Champlain Canal located on the Hudson River in Schuylerville. Take Rt. 29 east to Schuylerville and then turn left at the junction of Rts. 29 and 4/32. You will find Lock 5 just a short piece down on the right. Don’t forget to bring your fishing poles with you because this is one of the most accessible shore fishing opportunities you will find. You can walk the old canal, or the interpretative trail along the Hudson River. There is a large recreational area for the family to

enjoy where the kids can run until they're exhausted. You can take a short river cruise on a paddleboat or pass the time watching the river flow by. The Saratoga Monument and Saratoga Battlefield are just minutes away from the Crossing if you want to learn more about the birth of our nation. What I’m getting at is that you don’t need to make an elaborate plan for outdoor fun. The places I’ve mentioned and many more are right in your back yard waiting for you to visit when you have a few minutes. Prime time for Fishing May is the month when fishermen dust off their equipment and head to their favorite fishing holes to test their skills against those of the fish. The nice weather and warmer water temperatures have made all species of fish more apt to take the bait you present to them. Pike season opened two weekends ago and they have been voraciously feeding as they recover from their spawning exertions. Pike and their close cousins – Pickerel, will eagerly take minnows swimming beneath bobbers or any flashy, minnow mimicking lure you choose to throw at them. They strike viciously and fight like demons when hooked but take care when handling them. For all their fight, they can be

easily harmed if you handle them carelessly and keep them out of the water for pictures. Also, keep your fingers out of their mouths or you will be easily harmed by their mouthful of sharp teeth. Bass are biting well and as the water warms they will provide even more sport. The season for bass is currently in the “Catch and Release, Artificial Only” period. This means that you can actively fish for them with lures and that you must release them immediately. Targeting them with live bait is prohibited until the third Saturday in June when the season opens fully. Fishermen coming into the shop are reporting that trout have been biting well in the Kayderosss Creek from Kelly Park in Ballston Spa upstream through Rock City Falls. Bait and spinners have both been working well but I haven’t heard much from the fly fishermen. If you want to try fishing for some “River Monsters,” I’ve been getting reports from fishermen that channel catfish are biting well in the Hudson River. They bite better when most people are snoozing so a little planning is necessary for the best chance for success. The anglers I’ve talked to agree that midnight to 2 a.m. is consistently when the best bite occurs, but they can be caught at any time of the day. The most popular baits are night crawlers and chicken livers but live or cut bait also works well as does many of the commercially prepared baits. I know people who have caught then on chunks of hotdogs but that sounds like a waste of food to me. I’ve gone on longer than my editor would prefer already so I will leave you with my best wishes for your next outdoor adventure. If you have a question or would like to pass on an outdoor story, call me at the shop or visit Saratoga Tackle on Facebook. Have fun and good luck. Tim Blodgett is welcome to write all he wishes, but as you can see – he’s quite busy. He is the Owner of Saratoga Tackle & Archery, and can be reached at 518-584-3952. The store has a new location, at 111 Green St, Schuylerville. For further information, visit Saratogatackle.com or find Saratoga Tackle on Facebook.

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Intensity vs. Bullying Horse Show Live! Final Weekend – Through Sunday, May 22 – Yaddo Grounds

by Damian Fantauzzi for Saratoga TODAY There has been a lot of noise and concern lately about bullying. To me it’s a topic that is not going away, probably forever. Locally, we have had some issues relating to coaches who have, to some degree, been accused of bullying some members of the team they’re coaching. So I have been doing research relating to this, and I did a recent article about “Old School” coaches and “New School” coaching. As an athlete I’ve experienced both types of coaching styles, and as a coach I have witnessed some of the “old school” philosophies that havebeen equated with near abuse, resulting in bullying. To begin, there is a misunderstanding that I feel needs to be considered, a personality trait that can be prevalent with a particular ego-type that might be connected to certain coaches. A good example would be my friend and mentor, Bobby Knight. Long ago, many accused him as being abusive to some of his players. Here comes the fine line. Coach Knight has been accused by very few of his actual past players as abusive, some even feel he was the reason for their success in life beyond the basketball court. I know of former Hoosiers who claim that their former coach was like a second father, a strict one at that. Many of his critics misconstrue his intensity with rage, and see it as abusiveness. When Coach Knight recruited players he looked for the student-athlete who was disciplined and was able to follow directions with the ability to

perform to his system. To top it off, this was Division 1 basketball, not scholastic athletics. I know many high school coaches who ride on the train of “copy-that-coaching-personality;” the wanna-be coach that copies Knight, Pitino, Krzyzewski, Boeheim, or whomever else. But, many of the things and styles used by some of these coaches aren’t going to work at the scholastic levels. When I coached basketball, I was intense, especially during the games, but my intensity was mine, not a copy of any famously known “big-time” coach. The truth is, I never abused my position as a head basketball coach by trying to overpower my players. Never did I pick out an individual and yell at her/him, I never bullied my kids, they knew what I expected from them and they pretty much got what they expected from me - my love for them, and sometimes it was tough love. Coaches can be bullies though; it’s a fine line to tread. A coach may think he/she is being motivational when they make players “sweat for the cause” in training, or even over drill them on technique and tactics. But a coach needs to know her/his athletes and understand what one player thrives on another may recoil against. If the coach lambastes someone for failing to follow instructions, it could leave a lasting emotional scar without the coach even realizing. Indeed, the whole team could be affected by an over-authoritarian coaching style. Harassment and bullying are dangerous bedfellows, kids aren’t as tough as they used to be, and times are different today. Also, parents are more sensitive than they used to be, and I feel it’s because they’re more involved with their child’s extracurricular activities than my generation’s moms and dads. Along with that different world is the environment of using technology in scholastic and college sports, where players who believe they have been abused can tweet about it. “In the old days, football coaches hit players over the head with a clipboard, but you don’t see that anymore,” said Dan

Gould, director of the Institute for the Study of Youth Sports at Michigan State University. But coaching experts like Gould say that there is no excuse for abusive coaching - physically or psychologically - especially with bullying tactics that get “personal” and “demeaning.” Bullying involves a real or perceived imbalance of power, where the one with power attacks the less powerful or powerless. This, according to Matt Davidson, from an article written for “Excellence and Ethics” on April 5, 2013. Here’s more proof that a good coach is like a good parent: your kids don’t always like you; they often resent your standards and expectation. But if you do it the right way, for the right reasons, years later they understand and appreciate you‹- and usually adopt your standards and values. But a bad coach is like a bad parent: they leave pain, scars, and resentment that lasts a lifetime. It’s a fine line between motivation and abuse. It’s also a slippery slope, for coaches, so they must be careful and get the right style for the motivation of each child. The sum of that fine line can add up to ridicule, embarrassing or demeaning players, making verbal attacks personal, exhibiting intimidation with threatening, and/or aggressive confrontational styles with players, humiliating players publicly or privately, engaging in emotional games, like not talking to a player, or having them sit away from the team after a bad performance, grabbing, pushing, shoving or hitting players – all making it clear to players that there is no way out or around the coach. As a spectator, I have observed these sinful aspects from opposing coaches and it is painful to watch. But praise is a way of saying, “Thank you for all you have done.” Truly, magical to hear particularly from those we hold in high esteem, or in the position of mentoring, like a coach. Connecting to people through positive encouragement creates an exceptionally strong foundation from which to grow, and the coach-athlete relationship is an ever-growing process that can be life changing for the athlete.

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COMMUNITY SPORTS BULLETIN Scotties Stampede 5k in Ballston Spa The Ballston Spa Central School District is organizing a Scotties Stampede, the Ballston Spa 5k for Education, on Saturday, May 21, 2016 at 9 a.m. The entire community is invited to walk or run in this fun athletic event organized by the school district. The primary goal of the 5K is to bring the school community together and encourage students (and their families) to participate in healthy and active lifestyles. Financially, the 5K will provide revenue for the district’s Ballston Spa Partnership for Innovation in Education Fund, a component fund of the Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region. For registration and additional details, please visit the event website at http://www.scottiesstampede. org/. Information about sponsorships or volunteer opportunities is available by contacting the district’s Coordinator of Development, Amber Mooney, at amooney@bscsd.org or 518884-7195 x1369.

Bikeatoga and the Capital District Transportation Committee (CDTC) Announce Bike to Work Challenge Bike to Work Challenge teams are forming. Friday, May 20 is National

Bike to Work Day. Bikeatoga and CDTC are sponsoring the eighth annual Bike to Work Challenge. Companies and organizations with locations in Saratoga County are encouraged to form teams to compete for the following trophies: • Gear Head – highest percent participation for organizations with more than 20 employees • Chrome Crank – highest percent participation for organizations with 20 or fewer employees • Steer Head – largest number of riders • Golden Fork – longest bike commute Last year, several hundred Saratoga County residents participated in the Bike to Work Challenge and left their cars at home for a day. Many riders reported that this event helped make biking to work a fun and healthy habit. On Friday, May 20 there will be a free breakfast served at The Arts Center, located on the corner of Broadway and Spring Street in Saratoga Springs from 6:30 – 9 a.m. for all bike riders. To register, or to see current standings, go to www.capitalmoves.org/b2w518. Encourage your coworkers to register and participate!

Tickets On Sale For ACTT Naturally’s Third Anniversary Party

ACTT Naturally, a nonprofit organization that works with former Thoroughbred racehorses connecting them with people in need through Equine Facilitated Learning Programs, will celebrate its third anniversary on Monday, May 23 at 5 p.m. at Fifty South in Ballston Spa. ACTT Naturally is based at Long Shadows Farm in Cambridge, NY and is run by its founder, Valerie Buck and her staff of volunteers. Fifty South is located on Rt. 50 between Saratoga Springs and Ballston Spa at 2128 Doubleday Avenue, Fifty South is owned and operated by renowned chef Kim Klopstock and specializes in fresh, gluten-free farm-to-table cuisine. For the anniversary party, Fifty South will have live music, a silent auction and a 50/50 raffle. Tickets for ACTT Naturally’s Third Anniversary Celebration are $50, and may be purchased in advance by May 16 at www. acttnaturally.org , For more information, contact Valerie Buck at 570-578-6377.

Blue Streak Hall of Fame Nominations Being Accepted The Saratoga Springs City School District is currently accepting nominations for members of the Blue Streak Hall of Fame. The program was established to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of

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outstanding athletes, coaches, administrators and supporters. A committee composed of current and former coaches, high school administrators, community members, and current and retired athletic directors, will review the nominations. Nomination Forms are available on the district¹s website, www.saratogaschools.org, under Athletics, Blue Streak Hall of Fame. Please mail nomination forms by June 24, to: Saratoga Springs High School Attn. Peter Sheehan, Director of Health, Physical Education and Athletics, 1 Blue Streak Blvd. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Ph: 218-587-6690, ext. 33304

Summer 2016 Recreation Center Hours The Saratoga Springs Recreation Department will be closed Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day. Summer hours at the Recreation Center will be May 31-October 9. Summer hours will be Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Saturday 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. The Recreation Center will also be closed Monday, July 4 and Monday, September 5. For additional information, call 518587-3550 x2300 or visit www. SaratogaRec.com.

Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series will be held on Mondays, June 27, July 11, July 25, August 8 and August 22, at 6:15 p.m. at Camp Saratoga, Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park. The races are open to all and registration is $5 at the door. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve and the Saratoga Spa State Park. Refreshments and raffle prizes afterwards. Grand prizes for best times for all 5 events, continual improvement and most family members. For more information visit www.saratogastryders.org or email laura@saratogastryders.org

Saratoga Springs Recreation Department Summer Clinics and Programs Registration for summer clinics and programs hosted by the Saratoga Springs Recreation Department is underway. The Saratoga Springs Recreation Department will again be offering an extensive and varied list of programs and clinics for Summer 2016. Choose from boys and girls basketball, volleyball, baseball, field hockey, tennis, boys and girls lacrosse, soccer, cheerleading, skateboarding, softball, track, running, sandlot baseball, flag football and ice skating lessons. Questions? Call 518-5873550 x2300 or email recreservations@saratoga-springs.org.

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kLaVoy5k Draws Hundreds to Spa State Park SARATOGA SPRINGS — The kLaVoy5k at the Saratoga Springs State Park warming hut was run on Saturday, May 14. This race is a community event to help raise awareness about organ and tissue donation. All proceeds from this event go directly to The Center for Donation and Transplant

Photos by Deborah Neary.

- Donate Life. Several hundred entrants were on hand when the start came at 9 a.m. Congratulations to Paul Archambauld who set the pace among men – finishing in 1:19.16, and to Dana Bush, who led all women in 1:26.23. Nice job everyone!

Paul Archambauld Crosses Finish Line First in Men’s Division

Jockey Wayne D. Wright and racehorse Tom Ochiltree elected to the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame by Historic Review Committee SARATOGA SPRINGS — Jockey Wayne D. Wright, who won the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes in separate years and was America’s leading rider in 1934 and 1936, and the 19th century racehorse Tom Ochiltree, winner of the 1875 Preakness Stakes and numerous prestigious handicap events, have been elected to the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame by the Museum’s Historic Review

Committee. Wright and Tom Ochiltree join contemporary selections Rachel Alexandra, Zenyatta, Ramon Dominguez and Steve Asmussen in the Hall of Fame Class of 2016. The Pillars of the Turf selections will be announced later this month. The induction ceremony takes place Friday, August 12 at 10:30 a.m. at the Fasig-Tipton sales pavilion. Along with his wins in the Triple Crown races, Wright

won three races aboard Triple Crown winner War Admiral, including the Whitney Handicap and Jockey Club Gold Cup. He also won the Dwyer and Arlington Classic with Triple Crown winner Omaha. He rode a third Hall of Famer, Eight Thirty, to victory in the 1938 Flash Stakes. Wright also won the Travers Stakes (1937), Saratoga Cup (1935) and Saratoga Special (1945).

Dana Bush Set the Pace in the Woman’s Division

Burnt Hills’ Cook and Michaelson Excel in Philly PHILADELPHIA — Burnt Hills High School Junior, Quentin Cook (age 17) and Burnt Hills eighth grader, Alexa Michaelson (13) were standouts for the Jason Morris Judo Center at the 29th annual Liberty Bell Classic in Philadelphia weekend of April 30- May 1. Cook was a double gold medalist - first winning the men’s 66kg weight class, going 4-0 and collecting the $250 first prize, then went 3-0 to also win the 66kg under21 division. Michaelson captured the

13-14yrs. 48kg title then picked up a silver medal in the 15-16yrs. 48kg category. Eric Skylar (19) also was a double medalist taking a gold in the 90kg under21 division then won a silver in the men’s 90kg weight class. Burnt Hills Junior Mitch Paltiel (16) was the fourth JMJC double medalist, winning bronze medals in the 15-16yrs. 81kg category and the 81kg under21 division. Burnt Hills Junior, Ruslan “Zurg” Izerkin (16) also won a silver medal in the 15-16yrs. 66kg weight class.

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Happy Bike to Work Day!

Friday, May 20 is National Bike to Work Day, and Employee Teams all over Town - from Skidmore College to Quad Graphics - Are Getting in the Spirit. Pedal Power! Photos Provided.