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More Jobs Heading to Saratoga County Two Projects Worth $15.2M in Works

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Tom Longe, president and CEO of D.A. Collins Construction, and chairman of SEDC. Photo provided.

SARATOGA COUNTY — Two projects that would bring more than 200 jobs to Saratoga County are closer to the finish line with the help of the Saratoga Economic Development Corporation (SEDC).

J.W. Danforth, one of the largest mechanical contractors in the Northeast, plans to invest $3.6 million to build a 30,000-square-foot addition to its Liebich Lane facility in Halfmoon. The expansion is projected to add 147 new jobs in Saratoga County over the next three years.

“The J.W. Danforth expansion is a great example of how we can help companies in our region grow, create jobs and make an outsized

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS – Intelligence. Knowing what your enemy is planning, and keeping your plans secret from the enemy at the same time.

This has always been a crucial lynchpin to winning battles and keeping both our soldiers and our homeland safe.

While the need for accurate, reliable information has always been as appreciated by military leaders as much as a modern weapons arsenal, the best intelligence techniques, by their nature, have needed to be closely guarded secrets – the shadowy stuff of spy novels and code crackers. Light was cast

impact on our local economy,” said SEDC President Dennis Brobston.

“Companies like J.W. Danforth want to come here and invest, and once they are here, the Capital Region market provides them with opportunities to expand.”

The Tonawanda-based company’s expansion plans call for the company to grow from 73 to 220 employees in three years. The skilled jobs the company is looking to create pay an average of $75,000 annually, with salaries ranging from $40,000 to $120,000. The expansion will also support 100 construction jobs. The project received site plan approval from the Town of Halfmoon on May 9. J.W. Danforth is looking to occupy its new space by December.

SEDC has also been working See Jobs pg. 8

on those shadows, with an examination of intelligence methods from the Civil War to the present day, by presenters with impressive military credentials, who were invited by Empire State College’s Academy for Lifelong Learning, as part of their guest speaker series on Wednesday, May 25.

The presenters were local veteran Jim Hartman – a key member of Saratoga Springs’ committee that is affiliated with the National Commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War, and Retired Brigadier General Barry Hartman (no relation.) Jim Hartman served in Vietnam, as part of Air Force Intelligence at DaNang AFB and later as

See Eavesdropping pg. 10

Gala Season Begins See pg. 29, 30

Local Sports Champions See pg. 36

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Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

Man on the Street “Where is the furthest you have ever been from home?”

“I climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania two summers ago.” – Raven Hazard (right), from Saratoga Springs “I’ve never been past Beekman Street.” – Olivia Stalvey (left), from Saratoga Springs

“I went to Berlin, Germany this year for a school trip. I figured it out and Berlin is 6,392.4 kilometers from Saratoga Springs. I loved it and I want to move there now!” – Sarah Kisiel (right), from Saratoga Springs “I was born in Brooklyn, but I used to live in Russia, in St. Petersburg. I lived there for 10 years and moved back here when I was 13.” – Varia Drabkin (left), from Saratoga Springs

“China, when we adopted my little sister.” – Spencer Mayo, from Stillwater “I went to France for a school trip. We travelled all over the country.” – Nicole Collette, from Stillwater

“I’ve been to Turkey. It’s where I did my college capstone in Greek theater.” – Leigh Berenis (right), from Saratoga Springs “I went on a mission trip to Uganda for the AIDS Orphan Education Trust.” – Meg Kelly (left), from Saratoga Springs

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Dottie Pepper, James Murphy III Inducted into SSHS Hall of Distinction

Current Students Receive Awards for Academic Achievement

James Murphy III

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Springs High School (SSHS) honored two of their alumni, James A. Murphy, III and Dottie Pepper, for their extraordinary professional accomplishments at the Third Annual Academic Awards and Hall of Distinction Recognition Night on Wednesday, May 25, at SSHS’ Lowenburg Auditorium. Current students also received awards for their academic achievements from the Rotary. Some of the students were recipients of scholarships, and others were presented with a variety of department awards.

The Hall of Distinction was established to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of outstanding graduates of Saratoga Springs High School who have made exceptional contributions and excelled in their chosen fields.

The distinguished alumni named to the Hall of Distinction are drawn from those with an extraordinary range of personal and professional achievements. Their accomplishments are recognized as examples of inspiration and motivation for current students as they seek to attain their aspirations.

Saratoga County Court Judge James A. Murphy III was elected to the bench in 2015 for a ten-year term and assigned to Saratoga and Schenectady Counties. He presides over both criminal and civil matters, but the larger percentage of the calendar is felony indictments. Jury trials are typical in his courtroom where he rules on objections, makes findings of fact and conclusions of law. His fair, balanced and thoughtful approach ensures that the interests of justice are served in every case and for every litigant in his courtroom.

Prior to taking the bench,

Dottie Pepper

Judge Murphy was the Saratoga County District Attorney for 17 years, having been elected 5 times.

He joined the DA’s office in 1988 as an assistant district attorney and was first elected the District Attorney in 1997, becoming one of the youngest DA’s in New York. He prosecuted roughly 10,000 crimes each year with a staff of 20 attorneys, and appeared as the People’s counsel in 44 justice courts, county court and before the grand jury.

He was the chief law enforcement officer for 14 police agencies and his office had one of the highest conviction rates in New York State.

Born in Saratoga Springs, Dottie Pepper, a professional golfer with a career low round of 63, has had 17 career victories, which include two major championships. Ms. Pepper kicked off her career in the sport of golf as a 1981 New York State Women’s Amateur Champion. Her success continued with 1981 and 1983 wins as the New York State Girls Junior Champion, and as 1982 Runner-up as a PGA National Junior. Dottie Pepper graduated from Saratoga Springs High School in 1983. Ms. Pepper received numerous amateur athletic accolades throughout the 1980s, culminating as a three-time NCAA All-American, and Southern Conference Athlete of the Decade. Dottie Pepper was also recognized at Furman University twice as their Female Athlete of the Year, and in 1987 as the Furman Athlete of the Year.

As a professional golfer Ms. Pepper’s career highlights include her 1992 LPGA Player of the Year and Vare Trophy Award wins (for having the lowest scoring average). During her professional career, Dottie Pepper won South Carolina’s Professional Athlete of

the Year twice (1991, 1992), and in 1993 she won both the ESPY Award and the Jim Thorpe Award.

In 1994 she was an inductee to the NCGCA Players Hall of Fame. Ms. Pepper had nine unofficial LPGA Tour wins, which include the 1992 J.C. Penney Classic with Dan Forsman, the 1995 J. C. Penney Skins Game, and was a fourtime Diners Club/Hyundai Team Matches champion with Julie Inkster. She was also a winner of the 1997 National Athletic Awards Heather Farr Award. In addition, she has a victory on the Japan LPGA Tour, and was a six-time U.S. Solheim Cup Team member.

After her retirement in 2004, Dottie Pepper maintained an active career in the sports world, reporting and announcing for the LPGA, PGA, USGA, CBS, and ESPN to name a few.

Her work as a commentator and analyst found her working for the Golf Channel from 2004 to­2009 and for NBC from 2004 ­to 2012 covering numerous events. She has also been a regular contributing columnist for Sports Illustrated Golf Plus and continues to be a contributing writer for ESPN.com and ESPNW. One of her most well known contributions as a writer is as the co-author of the Bogey books, Bogey Tees Off (Volumes 1 and 2) and Bogey Ballton’s Night Before Christmas. These children’s books teach character, education, sharing, antibullying messages, promoting respect and responsibility, while also familiarizing young children with the sport of golf.

Ms. Pepper won the 2016 Golf Writers Association of America Richardson Award for her continuing contributions to golf.

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Salvation Army Pulls out of Contract with Code Blue Shelter SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs Salvation Army has announced as of Tuesday, May 24 that they will be ending their contract with Code Blue Saratoga for next year. The Salvation Army has been home to the Code Blue

shelter for the past two years, providing shelter, meals, supplies and sleeping arrangements to homeless individuals during dangerously cold weather. New York State law requires that shelters open when temperatures

Saratoga Casino Hotel to Host Saratoga Lions Club Duathlon SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Casino Hotel has been chosen to host and sponsor the 12th Annual Saratoga Lions Duathlon, run by the Saratoga Springs Lions Club.

The Saratoga Casino Hotel donated $2,500 to the Saratoga Springs Lions Club to support the event and the club.

The duathlon will be held at 8 a.m. on Sunday, May 29 at the Saratoga Springs Casino Hotel, and will include two 5k runs and a 30k bike ride.

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be a permanent solution and we welcome this opportunity to reassess the program’s needs, so we can find a viable long-term solution that will ideally include a daytime drop-in center, as well as the resources we need to comply

with the governor’s executive order on homelessness.” The Code Blue Steering Committee will work with their non-profit partners, the City and their volunteer corps to find a more permanent location.

Spirit of Life and Spencer Trask Memorial Honored with Distinctive Award SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Spirit of Life and Spencer Trask Memorial was honored by the Preservation League of New York with an Excellence in Historic Preservation Award on Wednesday, May 11 in New York City at the New York Yacht Club. The restoration of the Spirit of Life and Spencer Trask Memorial was a four-year project

completed by the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation and the City of Saratoga Springs, beginning in 2014. Throughout 2014 and 2015, contributing professionals worked on construction, removal of decaying trees, conservation of the sculpture and restoration of the landscape setting. The memorial was commissioned in 1913 by founder of Yaddo

Katrina Trask and Spencer Trask’s business partner George Foster Peabody to honor Spencer Trask’s efforts to limit excessive gas pumping in Saratoga, as well as the creation of the Saratoga Spa State Park.

The bronze Spirit of Life Statue is located in Congress Park. This is the third award that the restoration has received.

DOL Releases April 2016 Private Sector Job Count and Unemployment Figures ALBANY — The New York State Department of Labor has announced as of Thursday, May 19 that New York State added

13,300 private sector jobs in April 2016, increasing the job count to a record high of 7,905,500. The unemployment rate has increased

from 4.8 percent to 4.9 percent; however, New York’s unemployment rate remains below the national rate of 5.0 percent.

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COURTS: John R. Wilson, 53, of Saratoga Springs pled on May 16 to the felony charge of driving while intoxicated. Sentencing is scheduled for July 11.

Cole D. Vincent, 47, of Clifton Park was sentenced on May 17 to three to six years and two to four years in prison concurrent, after pleading guilty to the felony charge of criminal possession of stolen property in the third degree and escape in the second degree William H. Hull, 27, of Saratoga Springs pled on May 17 to the felony charge of attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance in the third degree. Sentencing is scheduled for September 9.

Brian M. Maniscalco, 38, of Pottersville was sentenced on May 18 to four months in jail and five years of probation after pleading guilty to the felony charge of assault in the second degree.

Peter J. Rupp, 36, of Saratoga Springs pled on May 19 to the felony charge of attempted burglary in the third degree. Sentencing is scheduled for July 28.

Felicia R. Rennick, 38, of Gansevoort pled on May 19 to the felony charge of driving while intoxicated. Sentencing is scheduled for July 19.

Christopher J. Sisson, 27, of Ballston Spa pled on May 19 to the felony charge of driving while intoxicated. Sentencing is scheduled for July 13.

Alfred J. Peek, 54, of Scotia was sentenced on May 20 to six months in jail and five years of probation, after pleading guilty to the felony charge of driving while intoxicated.

Gary L. Piskothy, 46, of Hudson Falls was sentenced on May 20 to one and two thirds to five years in prison and three years of conditional discharge, after pleading guilty to the felony charge of driving while intoxicated.

John G. Lamountain, 40, of Ballston Spa pled on May 20 to the felony charge of driving while intoxicated. Sentencing is scheduled for July 15.

Joseph W. Richards, 26, of Gansevoort was sentenced on May 20 to three months in jail and five years of probation, after pleading guilty to the felony charge of driving while intoxicated.

Joseph R. Ryle III, 23, of Gloversville pled on May 20 to the felony charge of burglary in the second degree. Sentencing is scheduled for July 22.

Christina A. Cabrera, 25, of Troy pled on May 20 to the felony charge of identity theft in the second degree. Sentencing is scheduled for July 15.

John C. Becker, 34, of Troy pled on May 20 to the felony charge of attempted criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fifth degree. Sentencing is scheduled for July 6.

Matthew T. Delvecchio, 27, of Schenectady pled on May 20 to the felony charge of attempted forgery in the second degree.

Sentencing is scheduled for July 15.

ARRESTS: Kevin J. Kelly, 35, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on May 12 and charged with two counts of criminal possession of stolen property in the fifth degree.

Andrew D. Crawford, 58, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on May 12 and charged with disorderly conduct.

Sean D. Knight, 40, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on May 13 and charged with the felony charge of a second offense of driving while intoxicated and the traffic violation of operating a vehicle without an interlock device.

Todd J. McAdden, 44, of Stillwater was arrested on May 13 and charged with criminal possession of stolen property in the fifth degree.

Alexandra D. Desachy, 45, of Ballston Spa was arrested on May 14 and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation in the third degree, and the traffic violations of refusing a prescreen test and speeding.

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Mechanicville was arrested on May 14 and charged with aggravated driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC more than .08 of .1 percent, driving while intoxicated, and the traffic violation of failure to stop at a stop sign.

Ricardo Falcon-Diaz, 47, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on May 15 and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation in the third degree, and the traffic violations of passing a red traffic signal light and operating a vehicle without an interlock device.

Nicholas A. Wilsey, 54, of Schuylerville was arrested on May 14 and charged with criminal trespass in the third degree.

Reid K. Priester, 22, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on May 15 and charged with driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC more than .08 of .1 percent, unlawful possession of marijuana, and the traffic violation of failure to stop at a stop sign.

Uhura A. Bennett, 29, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on May 15 and charged with driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC more than .08 of .1 percent, and the traffic violation of driving the wrong way on a one way street.

Darrius T. Little, 26, of High Point, NC was arrested on May 15 and charged with driving while intoxicated, driving with a BAC more than .08 of .1 percent, the traffic violation of consumption of alcoholic beverages and the equipment violation of rear lights manufactured after January 1952.

Andrew C. Crawford, 36, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on May 16 and charged with assault in the third degree.

William F. Gergitis, 64, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on May 17 and charged with driving while intoxicated, the traffic violation refusing a pre-screen test, and the equipment violation of rear lights manufactured after January 1952.

Dominick J. Tacelli, 30, of Latham was arrested on May 17 and

charged with driving while intoxicated and two counts of the traffic violation of failure to signal a turn.

Edward W. Dano, 49, of Gansevoort was arrested on May 17 and charged with petit larceny.

Lisa B. Spadafora, 50, of Ballston Spa was arrested on May 17 and charged with trespass.

Yuriy Y. Zinovyez, 39, of Albany was arrested on May 18 and charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree, aggravated unlicensed operation in the third degree, and the traffic violation of speeding.

Shawn M. Johnson, 33, of Saratoga Springs was arrested on May 18 and charged with criminal trespass in the third degree.

Joseph E. Lawrence, 30, of Gansevoort was arrested on May 18 and charged with three counts of petit larceny and making a punishable false written statement.

6 Marilyn Weaver Bayer SARATOGA SPRINGS — Marilyn Ruth Clark Weaver Bayer (Mama Bayer) of Wesley Health Care Center passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday May 17, 2016.

She was 82 years old. Born on January 8, 1934, in Greenwich, NY, she was the daughter of the late Jesse Clark and Frances Freeman Clark. Mrs. Weaver Bayer was married to James Myron Weaver Sr. who passed away in October 3, 1987. She later married William Carl Bayer who passed away on May 7, 2010.

Marilyn first and foremost was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She helped everyone and her home was always open to anyone who needed it. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. In her leisure, she enjoyed doing word search puzzles and attending bingo. At Christmas time she enjoyed making wreaths and crosses for the holiday season.

Mrs. Weaver Bayer is predeceased by brothers Jesse, Joe and Gorman Clark, sisters Violet Oliver, Beverly Martin, Bertha Whipple, Loretta Dowen and Ruth Dowen, half-brothers and sisters Earl, Guy, Lyle Clark and Blanch Bain and granddaughter April Gochenour.

Survivors include two sons, Jeffery L. Weaver and his wife Carol of Gansevoort, and James M Weaver Jr. and his significant other Stacy Larson of East Schodack, NY, four daughters, Jamie M Burt and her husband Jack of Windsor, NY, Jody L. McQuiston and her husband Randy of Malta, Jill L. Weaver and her significant other James Conley of Mechanicville, and Joan M. Malik and her husband Neal of Williamsburg, VA, 2 step-sons, Thomas C. Bayer of Saratoga Springs, and William J. Bayer of Schenectady, three step-daughters, Kathleen J. Gochenour and her husband Chuck of Galway, Collen B. Norris of Winter Palm, FL and

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OBITUARIES Holly S. Bayer of Troy, 6 brothers Charles, Donny (Ellen), Marty (Joanne), Richard (Janet), Kenny (Anna Mae), Fred (Carol), 2 sisters, Marlene Fuller (Doug) and Alice Vidnansky. Grandchildren, Jeffery and Chris Weaver, Tammy Wagner, Brenda Tackley, Tracy Outman, James and Jeremy Weaver, Patrick Capone, Kristen Williamson, Nadine Craven and Owen and Evan Malik, step-grandchildren, John, Kerry, Alexandra, Christina, Casey, Bradford and Carly, and 22 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral services were held at the Tunison Funeral Home, 105 Lake Ave. in Saratoga Springs on Saturday, May 21, 2016. Family and friends gathered to remember her prior to the services. Burial followed at Maplewood Cemetery in Saratoga Springs. Memorial donations can be made in her memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, either by mail to Alzheimer’s Association, 405 Pine West Plaza, Albany, NY 12205 or at www.alz.org Online remembrances can be made at www.tunisonfuneralhome.com

John (Jack) Polacsek SARATOGA SPRINGS — John (Jack) Polacsek arrived into the world on December 8, 1936. He died at home on Sunday, May 22, 2016. A native Saratogian, Jack was a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, class of 1954 and Siena College, class of 1958. In High School, Jack played football, baseball and wrestled.

His personality was indicative of the superlative he obtained – Class Cutup. At Siena, Jack graduated with a degree in Accounting.

He was a partner with his brother Allan in their family food service distribution company, Polacsek Farms in Saratoga Springs and Albany. He was hard-working and always known as a businessman who dealt amiably with their customers. Upon his ‘retirement,’ Jack worked for Saratoga County Social Services. He enjoyed driving people to their medical appointments and was exceedingly empathetic and understanding to everyone – no matter what their stature in life.

Everyone knew Jack loved sports. He was one of the Founders of the Saratoga Springs Youth Commission.

They prided themselves on building the first indoor ice skating rink in the city on the corner of East and Excelsior Avenue. Jack coached a B’nai Brith baseball team and was a loyal, fervent Siena, Mets and Giants fan. He was a life-long member of Congregation Shaara Tfille as well as a Member of the Alladin and Elks Clubs.

Jack had a jovial spirit, gentle nature, contagious laugh, impish sense of humor and beaming smile.

He was non-judgmental, even-tempered, friendly

Week of May 27– June 2, 2016 and kind. When anyone greeted and interacted with Jack, he lifted and warmed their hearts. Most of all, Jack loved his family. He was extremely proud of all their accomplishments and relished their talents and successes. Jack’s family believes wholeheartedly that he exemplified this statement – “To live in the hearts of those you love is the true definition of nobility!”

Survivors include his six children; Lauren (Raymond) Heath, Randy (Rebecca) Polacsek, Alyssa Polacsek, Jamie Provo, Laura (George) Marshall, Colleen (Claudia) Provo, brother Allan (Carole), sister Marcia (Irving) Metzger, sisters-in-law, Rosemary and Ann (Sam) McConnell, brothers-in-law, Patrick (Sharon) Simone, Thomas Simone and Christopher (Terri) Simone, grandchildren, Elijah, Samuel and Ellexandra Heath, Mikayla, Andrea and Jack Polacsek, Justin (Ali) LeDuc, Simone (Matthew) Smith, Nadine (Justin)Tucker, Davis, Maxwell and Nolan Parker, Connor and Logan Marshall, two great-grandchildren, uncles, aunts, and several nieces and nephews.

Jack was pre-deceased by his parents Robert and Gertrude Polacsek and his beloved wife Francine Simone Polacsek.

A funeral service was held on Tuesday, May 24 at Congregation Shaara Tfille, 84 Weibel Avenue in Saratoga Springs; burial followed. The family will be sat Shiva at Allan and Carole Polacsek’s home in Wilton on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.

Donations in memory of Jack can be sent to Congregation Shaara Tfille or Saratoga Code Blue, 27 Woodlawn Ave. in Saratoga Springs.

Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com

Jean Rosenbach SARATOGA SPRINGS — Jean Rosenbach passed away on Sunday, May 22, 2016 at the age of 78. She was the daughter of the late Charles Irving Baker and Gladys (Thompson) Baker of Stillwater. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, Donald and Paul Baker and her husband Arthur Rosenbach.

Jean worked for General Foods for many years. She enjoyed doing crafts and making Christmas ornaments. Her greatest joy was her two sons, Steven and Eric of Saratoga Springs.

In addition to her sons, Jean is survived by her sisters, Gloria Boyd of Plattsburg and Susan Connor of Tebbetts, MO. There will be no public calling hours and services will be at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke and Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

Online remembrances may be made at www. burkefuneralhome.com

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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 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

OBITUARIES 7 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

William 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 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.

Friends and relatives gathered to remember him prior to the funeral service on Thursday, May 26 at the William J. Burke and Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway in Saratoga Springs. Burial will be held at 10:30 Friday morning, May 27 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.

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More Jobs Heading to Saratoga County Two Projects Worth $15.2M in Works Continued from front page.

with Arnoff Moving and Storage and its primary subsidiary, Arnoff Global Logistics, for two years on the $11.6 million project that would bring the diversified moving, logistics and warehousing company’s headquarters to 1 Racemark Way in Malta, a couple miles of from GlobalFoundries, taking over the former Racemark International building.

“I’ve been with SEDC for over 25 years now,” said Tom Longe, president and CEO of D.A. Collins Construction, and chairman of SEDC, “and the same thing shows up day in and day out, that we are facilitators for companies that come into Saratoga that don’t know where the properties are, what processes are, and how to proceed. We help them with county or state permits. We help find solutions for issues. For example, we had to do a lot of legwork to come up with how much it would cost to get water to the proposed Dollar General site, and widening the ramps at exit 16. Although that project didn’t happen, it’s a good example of how we find answers to their questions without costing them a lot of money.”

Both projects are in the hands of the Saratoga County Industrial

Development Agency (IDA) at the moment. SEDC worked with J.W. Danforth on the tax incentive package and brought the project before the Saratoga County IDA. The IDA will consider a PaymentIn-Lieu-Of- Taxes (PILOT) agreement in which J.W. Danforth will pay $662,388 in property taxes over five years. The incentive package would also include New York State sales tax and mortgage tax exemptions worth $187,000.

According to Longe, the Danforth project is looking to occupy in 2017. It is moving well, and has its local approvals. Assisting in the IDA application process with Danforth is another example of the service SEDC provides. “When we bring an application to the IDA, we know from many years of experience what they will consider and what they’ve thrown out in the past,” said Longe, “so we work with them as a partner in economic development.”

For Arnoff Moving and Storage, the Saratoga County IDA will consider mortgage and sales tax exceptions worth $300,000, as well as a PILOT agreement in which Arnoff will pay $1.3 million in property taxes over 10 years. The project will also go before the Malta Planning Board for site plan review.

Mike Arnoff, president of Arnoff Moving and Storage, said that the people at SEDC were very informative, that they did a great job of educating him on the area and “the lay of the land.”

“Dennis introduced us to developers, realtors, and to the IDA process,” said Arnoff, “which I think is important because we are a very hands on family business and they deal with massive multinational companies like GlobalFoundries, yet they can shift gears and work with a local family business and communicate with us how we need to be communicated to. They understand we make decisions differently.”

Arnoff said there are some bittersweet parts about leaving Albany and the “Nipper” building (named for the 28-foot-tall RCA dog that sits on the roof) that the company has occupied for many years, but the 92-year-old family business has weathered many changes in the name of growth and keeping up with the times.

“Diversity drives us,” said Arnoff. The company started with his grandfather and great-grandfather moving families. Then they also started moving artwork and antiques, gaining expertise in moving very sensitive items. “My dad had the foresight to take that experience to the business world and to IBM,” said Arnoff. “Now we provide a number of different handling services under one roof.” The company moves everything from families to clean rooms.

Arnoff said that location was not the driving force in the company’s decision to move to Malta.

They own property in Connecticut, and considered expanding there, but decided on the Racemark

Arnoff Moving and Storage plans to relocate into the former Racemark International location in Malta, creating up to 70 new jobs. A second SEDCfacilitated project will be bringing another 147 jobs to the County. Photo provided.

location instead.

“In Malta,” he said, “we found a 40-year-old building, empty since 2009, that needs someone to take care of it. Constructed well, very nice architecture, it gives us a place to get started. Once it’s cleaned up and renovated and we build an addition – we are going to the planning board the week after next to get permission – and then we’ll have another 30 acres to develop. The site met the search criteria. We looked in Troy, Rensselaer, Rotterdam and other Saratoga County sites, but we kept driving by this building and kept coming back to it.”

Arnoff said other factors included future growth as well as

quality of life opportunities for the staff. It all pointed to moving to Saratoga County and staying in New York State.

“The assistance we are going to get, that still needs to be finalized, will be very beneficial to us,” said Arnoff. “We hope, if all goes well, to start interviewing and hiring in the fall and move in by the end of January. We’re looking between 65 to 70 full time jobs.”

Arnoff said they have a very diversified workforce. They will be employing entry-level warehouse staff, regular commercial drivers and tractor/trailer drivers, administrative and customer service, as well as management staff.

“The culture at our company is very focused on career path-ing,” said Arnoff. “We offer training at all different levels. If someone says they want to learn how to drive a forklift, we have trainers on staff to help with that. We have a relationship with Workforce Development [Institute] on tractor/trailer driving training. We offer software training relevant to our industry.

Quality of life, health plan, retirement, profit sharing, too.”

Both the Danforth and Arnoff projects hope to be moved into their new locations around the first of the year.

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Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

Eavesdropping On the World’s Secrets Military Dignitaries Discuss Techniques from Civil War to Today Continued from front page.

a member of the National Security Agency (NSA) at their headquarters in Maryland. Brig. General Barry Hartman served for a total of 49 years in the US Army, including West Point, and as a member of the New York Guard. He also served in Vietnam – logging two tours (1967-68 and 1972-73), and two tours in command of tank and armored cavalry units in Cold War Germany (1964-66 and 1979-81), among other high level posts.

For additional perspective, they brought video and photo material from Wayne Senegal, a Saratoga Springs High School graduate who served as a Russian Linguist in Germany through the height of the Cold War. These materials covered intelligence gathering and dissemination techniques that dated back to the U.S. Civil War, and noted modern tools that are used to battle ISIS and other terrorist cells today.

Jim Hartman began detailing his learning about encryption, utilizing an “enigma” machine to mask communications from enemy interception.

“In the Vietnam era, each branch (e.g.: Army, Air Force) had its own ‘security service’ and the equipment used was primarily

teletype-style machines,” he said.

Jim Hartman and others would be responsible for gathering, decoding and analyzing enemy intelligence; then re-encoding and transmitting the Intel to his headquarters in Saigon. Later, at the NSA, he recalled having to sign a document that stated a violation of confidentiality would be costly: a five-year prison term, plus a hefty fine, for each breach.

Jim Hartman also took note of the voluminous amount of intelligence he had to sift through, and described learning the techniques of speed-reading to get through it all. “In short order, I was able to read a novel each night.”

Brig. General Barry Hartman had anecdotes dating from his service in Vietnam, Germany and the Pentagon. He noted that there are two major components to intelligence: gathering and disseminating. “It’s one thing to receive all this; but the key is effectively transmitting it to the people who need it, in a timely manner, without compromising the security of it,” he said. Brig.

General Hartman had led lively discussions on topics as wideranging as interrogation techniques to the Tet Offensive in Vietnam. “It has been portrayed,

by Walter Cronkite and others, that the Tet Offensive was a surprise – hardly,” he said. “As a matter of fact, because of our intelligence, we had been tracking (North Vietnamese) troop movements for some time. We honored the conditions of the cease-fire in effect at the time, and the policy was to wait until the enemy shot first. I assure you, if we weren’t ready, the outcome would have been much worse. In fact, thanks to our Intel, I would say this was a victory.” He further cautioned against putting too much faith in any single news or Intel source.

“The first report from the ground is always wrong,” he said.

Brig. General Hartman also had many anecdotes about the Cold War from his vantage point at a Command post in divided Germany. He recalled meeting his head of West German intelligence, and being handed a thick dossier about him and his family that they had intercepted from East German Intelligence! “The Intel was so good, they knew more about my wife than I did,” he said.

He recalled the eerie feeling abating somewhat when they showed him the file they had on his East German counterpart. He went to great lengths to describe the Wall, now a distant memory (though he noted that some commemorative components, like an East German guard tower, have been refurbished.) “There was a mined fence area, with directional grenades, about 5-10 meters inside the East German wall.” He said. “Before this, there was a plowed area that was inspected daily for footprints (of people trying to escape to the West), and re-groomed each day.”

Those that did make it to freedom

Local Vietnam Veteran and National Security Agency Intelligence Officer Jim Hartman (L) Listens as Retired Brigadier General Barry Hartman (R) Discusses Intelligence Gathering and Dissemination in Cold War Era Germany. Photo by MarkBolles.com

Post WWII Radio Communications Headquarters near Berlin Wall

became a source of further Intel.

“We made sure that everyone who got through was ‘personally greeted’ by one of our guys.”

The videos and discussion covered intelligence gathering and dissemination going back as far as the Civil War. In those days, the telegraph was the primary means of quick, high-level communication between leaders and military commanders (i.e.: President Lincoln and General Grant) on both the North and South sides, revolutionary at the time because it could achieve near real-time communication, utilizing a network of wires that stretched nearly 15,000 miles.

However, encryption techniques were in their infancy, so they were relatively easy to intercept.

But on the Civil War battlefields, there were rarely telegraph wires, and so communication there was primarily done through flag signalers on both sides – both the North and South used this system (known then as “Wig Wag”) to move troops, or relay information about the enemy’s position. Both sides would use a primitive encryption system by today’s standards, to keep their messages secure.

It’s not surprising that these signalmen were highly visible, and high-value targets to artillery and sharpshooters, and that this was a battlefield role that suffered higher than average casualties in one of the most costly wars to American troops.

In today’s war on terror, modern technology places Intel, and robbing the enemy of it, at a premium.

One of the tools that is used to shut down the enemy’s communication and cause confusion is a tactical jamming pod that hovers like a cruise missile and makes Internet and other electronic communications impossible, as a prelude to an attack, or general disruption for it’s own value.

While both speakers jovially assured the audience that no confidential information would be revealed, the attendee’s rapt attention indicated that they were intrigued to be invited ‘beyond the shadows’ into a critical, yet largely unknown area of what has kept, and continues to keep, our military second to none.

For more information about the Academy for Lifelong Learning’s Speaker Series and other offerings, visit www.esc.edu/all

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BUSINESS

Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

Living the Dream: Amellos Take Over Brunswick B&B

by Norra Reyes Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Friday, May 20, Kate and her father Tom Amello, new owners of The Brunswick Saratoga B and B, celebrated a ribbon cutting at the 143 Union Avenue location.

According to Tom Amello, owning a bed and breakfast has been a dream of his daughter’s for quite some time. She is currently the Human Resources Director for the City of Saratoga Springs, and intends to remain in that position, but over the years she has had additional education and certifications to prepare her for B and B ownership, including spending a year’s stint as an innkeeper at the Batcheller Mansion Inn. After a three-year search, the father-daughter team felt fortunate that the Brunswick Saratoga B and B

became available.

“The purchase was attractive because it had ten rooms and innkeepers quarters,” said Tom Amello, a well-known thoroughbred race handicapper and a retired high school teacher. “We also own 145 union, where my wife and I live. It’s a package deal. For this to happen, we had to do this as a family and we wanted to do this as a family. From a logistical standpoint, a business standpoint, a location standout – it was an excellent decision for us. But although my daughter and I are co-owners, it’s her thing, her vision, she decorated it.”

Kate Amello worked hard on updating the inside while maintaining the inn’s 1800-s Victorian quality. According to her father, the inn is brighter, more comfortable, and more modern.

The dining area is a café motif, and has been fashioned to also be

the inn’s common area where people can sit and gather after the breakfast service is over. There is a new, spacious sitting area looking out through stained glass windows onto Union Avenue. The facility is handicap accessible with a full handicap shower. Paint and furnishings have been carefully selected to give the place a roomier, airier feel than it had before. The location is perfect to park a car and walk everywhere and anywhere.

Tom Amello and his wife, a retired nurse, will be running the place during the week and Kate Amello is in charge of the weekends.

“We had a full house this weekend and got on well,” said Tom Amello.

“We cooked up lemon ricotta pancakes with blueberry compote and grilled sausage, and four different varieties of individual quiches on Sunday. Our menu includes fresh

Brunswick Saratoga B and B new owners Kate and her father Tom Amello are joined by the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce and other community members for their ribbon cutting May 20. Photo by Francesco D’Amico.

squeezed orange juice and fresh fruit.

We can meet any dietary needs. No smorgasbord or buffets. We are trying to offer a more upscale experience.

We know the track is important, but there’s no better place to visit any time

of year if you live within 100 miles – it’s a great way to start a getaway or take a mini vacation.”

But an added benefit for the guests, joked Tom Amello, is “we speak track.”

Batcheller Mansion Inn Under New Ownership

Lucette Levinsky and husband Bruce Levinsky have owned Batcheller Mansion Inn since 1983. Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs landmark, the Batcheller Mansion Inn, which sits majestically on the corner of Circular Street and Whitney Place with a view of Congress Park, has been sold to Karen and Victor Abate of Saratoga Springs. The High Victorian Gothic mansion, designed by Nicols and Halcott of Albany for George Batcheller, had been in the hands of Lucette and Bruce Levinsky since 1983.

According to Lucette Levinsky and Bobbi Stone, coowners of Reynolds Real Estate, it will remain a working inn under the same management of Martha Almgren.

“We are so happy that the Batcheller Mansion Inn will

The Batcheller Mansion Inn. Photo provided.

change hands to a local couple, Karen and Victor Abate, who also love this spectacular Victorian building,” said Lucette Levinsky, whose husband Bruce Levinsky, owners of Merlin Development. “And most important to us, they wish to maintain it as an inn. It’s a magnificent building that represents old world sophisticated elegance with a new world attitude – and we are fortunate to have rescued, loved and maintained it so it can continue to be enjoyed by the community and its guests.”

The guesthouse, a landmark 1873 neo-Gothic mansion, is located in the center of Saratoga Springs, one mile from the Saratoga Race Course. With

nine unique guest rooms and elegant yet inviting common rooms fashioned with authentic old-world charm, this “jewel of Saratoga” is often used for private and community gatherings.

The Batcheller Mansion was specifically cited as an inspiration by Kevin Cummings, development manager for Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort.

According to Lucette Levinsky, its hand-carved woodwork, marble fireplaces, family items on loan from museums, original 1800’s Batcheller family furnishings, and spellbinding grandeur make this living history museum much more than a stately retreat. More about its history can be found at www. batchellermansioninn.com

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Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

City Center Appoints Baker as Sales Director

SARATOGA SPRINGS —Saratoga Springs City Center Chair, Joseph W. Dalton Jr., announced the retirement of long-term City Center Director of Sales, Andrea Gardner, effective July 1. Gardner, who started as a part-time employee in 1998, has moved up through ranks of the Sales Department and was appointed Director of Sales in 2014.

Dalton credits Gardner for the exceptional client growth following the most recent City Center expansion, as well as development of a strong and productive City Center Sales Team.

Additionally, Chairman Dalton and current Director of Sales Gardner were excited and pleased to announce the appointment of Capital District hospitality professional Susan Baker to the City Center Sales Team, as the new Director of Sales.

Baker has enjoyed more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry. Most recently, as Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Mazzone Hospitality, Susan was instrumental in helping grow a fledgling company to the area’s largest catering and hospitality company.

Baker’s experience includes sales management and development of dynamic and successful marketing strategies and initiatives for iconic venues such as: Hall of Springs, Saratoga National Golf Club, Glen Sanders Mansion, Key Hall at Proctors, 90 State Events, Mazzone Catering and The Desmond Hotel.

Baker earned a Masters in Public Administration from Marist College and B.S. for Organizational Management from Nyack College. She sits on the boards of Schenectady County Community College and Albany County Convention Visitors Bureau.

She is active with The Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau, Empire State Society of Association Executives (ESSAE), Meeting Planners International (MPI) and International Special Event Society (ISES).

Lucas Promotion at ATC

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Adirondack Trust Company announced that it has promoted Lucile Lucas to Senior Vice PresidentCustomer Experience/Lending. In her new role, Lucas will continue her work with account management in the Commercial Lending Department, while also championing new initiatives, specifically designed to enhance the overall experience customers have with the bank.

Lucas joined The Adirondack Trust Company in 1989 as a Vice President in the Commercial Lending Department. She is a graduate of Middlebury College and received her MBA from New York University. She is also a graduate of the American Bankers Association Stonier Graduate School of Banking.

Active in her community, Lucas is a Leadership Saratoga Fellow, and currently serves on several boards and committees, including the Saratoga Springs YMCA; Saratoga Springs Housing Authority; Saratoga Springs City Community Development Block Grant Committee; and Saratoga Affordable Housing Group.

Blackman Joins Double H Ranch Board

LAKE LUZERNE — The Double H Ranch is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert E. Blackman to its Board of Directors. Blackman is vice president of business development at Realty USA in Albany.

Blackman will serve on the Executive Development Committee.

In his capacity as a new board member, he will assist the Double H Ranch in garnering a stronger presence in the Albany and Capital Region communities and serve as an ambassador broadening the reach of our mission.

Mr. Blackman is a graduate of

Siena College and resides in Delmar with his wife Martha. Blackman has been recognized by the Times Union as one of “A Dozen Who Make a Difference in the Capital Region” and recently completed a term as the Board Chair at the Center for Economic Growth in Albany. For more information, visit www.doublehranch.org.

Prolific Marketing Celebrates 5 Years BALLSTON SPA — Prolific Marketing recently celebrated 5 years in business as family, friends and clients gathered for a barbecue at its office located on Washington Street in the Village of Ballston Spa’s arts district known as “Art Alley.”

Prolific Marketing has served over 175 businesses and organizations

spanning a wide variety of industries.

In addition to working directly with small businesses, Prolific Marketing produces work for other marketing firms. The firm is located at 20 Washington Street in Ballston Spa. For more information call 518-3967517 or visit www.prolificmarketing. org.

CDTA Outlines New Saratoga Service SARATOGA SPRINGS – The Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) along with the Saratoga Springs Mayor’s Office held a news conference Thursday, May 26, to outline new service in Saratoga set to the hit the streets on Sunday, May 29. The plan features more service hours, while providing new connections across the area’s fastest growing

county.

CDTA’s Saratoga Springs Summer Trolley routing has been updated and will operate free of charge for all customers from July 3 through September 5. The improved trolley offers streamlined service for improved connections to hotels and key attractions along Broadway in Downtown Saratoga, including the historic Saratoga Race Course along with Saratoga Casino and Hotel.

CDTA’s Saratoga County restructuring plan better aligns service to demand because where people live and work continues to shift.

The new service plan based on ridership data and community input will provide improved frequency along Route 50, direct connections from downtown to employment and retail centers while insuring seniors have access to services.

14 BALLSTON SPA 17 Katharine Ct., $345,611.

Traditional Homebuilders and Developers Inc. sold property to Gregory Podgorski.

22 McLean St., $155,000.

Matthew Beane and Kristen Kolakowski sold property to Matthew Hickey.

530 Reita St., $190,000.

Chad and Kierra Perkins sold property to Michael Nittinger.

CLIFTON PARK 10 Yogi Court, $438,680.

DeGraff Bloom Custom Builders Inc. sold property to Charles and Eileen Holohan.

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS 16 Granada Dr., $275,000.

Edward and Kathleen Brown sold property to Leanne and Jesse Suave and Gayle Balfoort.

HALFMOON 36 Cooks Court, $213,500.

Leigh Ann Helson sold property to Donna Charish.

6 Locust Lane, $170,000.

Richard and Judith Walker sold property to Daniel and Stacey Shepard.

28 Gorsline Dr., $347,107.

Marini Land II Inc. sold property to Scott Travis and Cathy Emmerick.

220 Monmouth Way, $146,000.

Andrew Thornton sold property to Jonathan George.

1 Redcoat Court, $162,500.

Elizabeth Clarke sold property to Nichole and Karen Mantas.

MALTA 26 Evans Rd., $365,000. Luke Michaels sold property to Nicholas Franzese.

2159 Rowley Rd., $360,000.

Amanda Zurich-Mulholland and Scott Mulholland sold property to Markham and Kristin McNary.

43 Bayberry Dr., $340,000.

Steven Wilson and Monifa Cambrelen sold property to National Transfer Services, LLC. 43 Bayberry Dr., $315,000.

National Transfer Services LLC sold property to Mujtaba Hasnain.

125 Arrow Wood Place, $146,000.

Thomas and Jacqueline Martin sold property to Brian and Kathy Kranendonk.

7 Walden Glen, $209,900.

Richard and Kathleen Lynch sold property to Theresa Manilenko and Benjamin Batty.

MILTON 54 Union St., $133,500. CV XXVII LLC sold property to George and Carolyn Hannah.

15 Glen St., $203,000. Deborah Gula sold property to Anne Jorgensen.

MOREAU 130 Saratoga Ave., $100,000.

Gary and Priscilla Bombard sold property to Susan Balfour.

204 Main St., $119,900.

Hazel Orsini (by Exec) sold property to Casey Carter.

42 Wilson Ave., $135,150.

Mary Schempp sold property to Derek Mars.

NORTHUMBERLAND 34 Castlewood Dr., $224,000.

Richard and Virginia Andrews sold property to Brett and Stephanie Ingersoll.

25 Putnam Rd., $92,000. Derek and Jennifer Shocklee sold property to Steven and Nancy Helenek.

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Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

SARATOGA SPRINGS 22 Tamarack Trail, $246,000.

Arthur and Mary Beth Bozogian sold property to Daniel Grady and Dana Luther.

63 Hyde St., $425,000. Beach Nut Nutrition Corporation sold property to Jodi Breuer.

27 Horseshoe Dr., $422,500.

Laura Goodall sold property to Sara Zappi and Mark Schaffer.

13 Walter Dr., $239,000.

Doris Delano (by Exec) sold property to Duane Miller.

1 Rolling Brook Dr., $605,000.

Carl Leuchten sold property to Michael and Nicole Linacre.

2214 Ballston Ave., $600,000.

Saratogawood LLC sold property to Hoffman Realty Northline LLC.

59 Church St., $179,000.

Robert Breen sold property to Trisha Orologio.

203 East Ave., $255,000. Donald and Melissa Lundgren sold property to Dennis McGowan and Erica McCarthy.

128 Coveville Rd., $46,500. US Bank National Association (as Trustee by Atty) sold property to R and M House Renovations LLC.

147 Spring St., $695,000.

Harvey Turner and Mary Solomons sold property to Christopher and Elzbieta Obstarczyk.

94 Green St., $255,000. Paul and Jennifer Flanders sold property to Edward Caro and Mary Jarvis.

22 Pearl St., $165,980. Leslie and Megan King sold property to Nathanial Durie and Nicole Bunyan.

STILLWATER 799 Hudson Ave., $36,000.

Trustco Bank sold property to Saratoga Syndicate LLC. 50 Grace Moore Rd., $450,000.

Andrea and Gary Haswell sold property to Ryan and Jeanne Case.

36 Phillips Rd., $234,000.

Brittany and Thomas Rinaldi, Jr. sold property to Katherine Dingman.

WILTON 128 Edie Rd., $329,000. Brian O’Hara sold property to Kwok Wong and Lisa Clifford-Wong.

51 Jones Rd., $170,000.

Anthony Tobin, Jr. sold property to Patricia Misurelli.

27 Cedarcrest Dr., $250,000.

Brett and Nicole VanZandt sold property to Ming He. 7 Peabody Place, $347,500.

Russell Danforth and Gail Holstein-Danforth sold property to Daniel and Vanessa Deighan.

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EDUCATION

Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

Hawley Foundation for Children Gives Over $118K to Local Charities, Scholarships SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Hawley Foundation for Children distributed $118,500 to charity organizations, summer camps for children and to college grants for students. The funds were awarded at the 2nd Annual Award Ceremony on Monday, May 23 at the Embassy Suites Hotel on Congress Street.

Community grants equaling $47,500 were given to over a dozen local non-profits such as Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Catholic Charities, Franklin Community Center, Saratoga Sponsor-a-Scholar, Wellspring and more. $62,000 went toward local summer camp organizations, including the Saratoga Regional YMCA, Boy Scouts and many more.

In addition, $9,000 was awarded in college incentive grants to local high school seniors Valeska Palmatier, Hannanel Sage and Juliana Santiago.

The Hawley Foundation for Children has a tradition

of assisting the neediest youth in our community. In 1888, Augusta P. Wiggins began caring for a few children who were orphaned, from families with limited income or were not well-cared for at home. She enticed several Saratogia residents with her project and in 1891 the institution was incorporated where they elected Methodist Minister Rev. Bostwick Hawley their first President. For 16 years the children lived in different locations throughout Saratoga Springs.

In 1904, the Hawley Home opened its doors on Ludlow Street -- eventually housing 34 children from Saratoga and Warren Counties. It operated for 61 years until 1965 when increasingly complex state regulations forced its closure. The home was sold, an endowment was created and The Hawley Foundation for Children was established.

Since then, their mission has been to promote the health, welfare and education

of children in Saratoga County.

Their dedicated Board of Directors carry on the tradition to volunteer to assist the neediest youth in our community through several initiatives every year including College Incentive Awards, Community Grant Program, Camp Awards and Discretionary Funds. The Hawley Foundation has disseminated over $2 million dollars throughout the community in just the last 15 years.

For more information about the Hawley Foundation, visit hawleyfoundation.org.

College Incentive Awards Recipients Valeska Palmatier, Hannanel Sage, and Juliana Santiago. Photo by Francesco D’Amico.

Ballston Scholars Succeed in Annual miSci Invention Convention BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa Central School District was represented in this year’s Invention Convention by 14 Ballston Scholars who were chosen as semi-finalists from over 2,000 student entries. The elementary students were asked to design an invention that would solve a problem in their lives or their community. The semi-finalists were asked to make a complete model of their inventions to be on display at miSci for judging before an awards ceremony on May 19.

Among the 100 students from throughout the region chosen as semi-finalists in the annual miSci Invention Convention 2016 program are: Ballston Purple Scholars: Sophia Long, Audrey Claar, and MJ Lofink from Gordon Creek Elementary School Graham Dale, Maddie Burns, and Celia SomogieBarnett from Malta Avenue Elementary School Livia Wiltsie from Milton Terrace Elementary School Sean O’Rourke from Wood Road Elementary School Jake Bury from St. Mary’s School in Ballston Spa Ballston Gold Scholars: Abby Carpenter from Gordon Creek Elementary School Gavin Tribley from Milton Terrace Elementary School

Finalists in the annual miSci Invention Convention from Ballston Spa (left to right): Gavin Tribley, Livia Wiltsie and Lauren Wodzinski. The fourth finalist is Graham Dale (not pictured).

Lauren Wodzinski, Joseph Fodera and Aidan Driscoll from Wood Road Elementary School Congratulations to Gavin Tribley, Livia Wiltsie, Lauren Wodzinski and Graham Dale who were among the 25 Finalists chosen from the 100 semi-finalists at the awards

ceremony. Parents, school representatives and the public were present to view all of the inventions and the museum before the ceremony.

For more information, contact miSci at emma. bowman@misci.org or at 518-867-2491.

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Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

Spa Catholic Students Host Senior Citizens at Tea Party SARATOGA SPRINGS — Sixth grade students at Saratoga Central Catholic School met Friday, May 13 with local residents from The Home of the Good Shepherd to share their collaborative math and language arts projects. The students and seniors shared tea, cookies, and conversation during an afternoon of multi-generational fun and learning.

Students presented geometric “stained glass window” mosaics, completed as an integrated art project in Kayla Henry’s Mathematics class.

Poems representing such projects, written in Lauren Barnes’ English Language Arts class were also presented, further extending their cross-curricular project.

Beyond the presentation of student work, the sixth graders were awed by senior’s stories of “their school days.” Residents Marion Hazard and Peg Thelan

shared tales of family members that attended St. Peter’s Academy, the former Saratoga Central Catholic School. Ruth Putnam, Rose Califano, and Mary Kantor were also in attendance, sharing their life wisdom with the students.

“Seeing our gifts and what we gave them, really put a smile on their faces,” sixth grader

Maura Bennett said while reflecting upon the day’s events.

“It showed me that when you’re kind to people, it not only makes them happy, but it makes me happy also,” Kalliopi Kateva elaborated.

The sixth graders look forward to more opportunities to meet with the seniors and give back to their community.

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Saratoga Chapter American History Essay Contest Winners SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution Regent Corinne Scirocco presented to MeiLi Hoffman-Smith, Lake Avenue Elementary School – Grade 5 and Jarrod Bonaro, Shenendehowa High School East-Grade 12 the American History Essay Certificate, pin and check at a meeting at the Canfield Casino in Saratoga Springs. Both students read their whole essays to the members attending the meeting.

Please find below excerpts from their essays: MeiLi Hoffman-Smith “In 1765, when Britain taxed the colonists for every single piece of paper they used, this was called The Stamp Act. Colonists thought that the British government had no right to tax them because there were no representatives

of the colonies in the British Parliament. The Stamp Act was viewed as an attempt to raise money without the Legislators’ permission. They called this “taxation without representation”.

Jarrod Alexander Bonaro “In some ways, the voyage of Christopher Columbus, and the flight of Charles Lindbergh are very similar. Both men became known as pioneers in their respective fields due to their actions. Prior to the voyage of Christopher Columbus, nobody had sailed to and discovered North America or the rest of the world. Prior to Charles Lindbergh’s flight across the Atlantic, nobody had successfully flown across the Atlantic Ocean. Both men also undertook their respective actions, knowing full well that they might not survive the journey.”

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BOCES SUMMER ENRICHMENT THIS WEEK’S

SPOTLIGHT

When school is out the fun begins! WSWHE BOCES Summer camps offer youngsters an opportunity to participate in a wide variety of fun and educational classes.

F. Donald Myers Education Center 15 Henning Road & SUNY Adirondack Wilton Campus

JULY 11- 15; JULY 18 22; JULY 25 - 29, 2016

Three weeks of summer camps at the F. Donald Myers Center include full or half day sessions:

• A World of Art will take participants on a journey of creative projects from around the globe.

• Experiment with a variety of materials – whiteboard, cut paper, sand, 3D objects, clay and puppet characters – to become familiar with animation techniques and the process of stop motion animation in Animation Antics.

• Campers can find their own personal style through guided drawing activities in Adventures in Drawing: Dream, Doodle &

Draw.

• Culinary Camp introduces the young chef to baking and international cuisine.

• Combining the fun of summer camp and the enrichment of language immersion, campers of all ages will be exposed to Chinese Language and Culture.

• Mad Science of the Capital District will introduce younger campers to Claws, Codes and Constellations or Chemicals, Cells & Crime!

AUGUST 1 - 5, 2016 - STEM ACADEMY CAMP

at SUNY Wilton Adirondack will immerse the campers in all things STEM:

• Creative Filmmaking provides a hands-on learning experience on how to make Hollywood movies.

• Discover the world of Forensic Science as campers explore some favorite experiments with Mr. Biss.

• Campers will develop an understanding of what elements of technology and art come together to make a computer game successful in Computer Game Design.

• Mad Science of the Capital District will bring fun and exciting science explorations to the younger campers while older campers can learn about about ecology in An Introduction to Ecology and Field Natural History.

JULY 11 - AUGUST 19, 2016 SRYA THEATER ARTS SUMMER CAMP

Saratoga Springs School District, WSWHE BOCES and C-R Kids have united to offer a summer arts program like no other in the area.

To Advertise in the Summer Camp Guide

Call (518) 581-2480

• SRYA Sprouts Camps Ages 4 – 6 Going into Kindergarten.

Through storytelling, theatre games, on-your-feet fun and more, these camps will inspire and create excitement in the math, science, nature, technology or history in before starting their kindergarten year.

• SRYA Kids Camps Ages 6 – 12 Grades 1st – 5th. Experience the thrill of being part of a full-scaled, fully designed show under the guidance of highly skilled teaching artists.

• SRYA Juniors Camps Ages 12 – 15 Grades 6th – 8th. Campers experience intensive training to understand the actor’s process from auditions, to the creation of believable and sustainable characters, to the final performance.

• SRYA Teens Camps Ages 14 – 18 Grades 9th – 12th. A complete immersion in the world of theatre. Students take creative risks in each class and rehearsal, and to support one another through the artistic process.

Students then flourish both individually and as a member of the artistic ensemble. Teens have access to audition seminars, improvisational workshops, and special master classes and will also travel to NYC to witness a Broadway show and have the opportunity to meet the show’s creative team and actors.

Join in the fun! Register early to insure you don’t miss out!

For more information:

Call the WSWHE BOCES Enrichment Resource Center at (518)581-3585 or email:giftedresources@wswheboces.org Visit www.wswheboces.org/summercamps to register or www.syracamps.org for Theater Arts Camps

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FOOD

Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

Saratoga Farmers’ Market to join artists, musicians, and others at Farm Fest Friday Spaghetti with Green Garlic Saturdays, 9 to 1 Wednesdays, 3 to 6 High Rock Park

by Jeremy Riccardi for Saratoga TODAY Saratoga Arts Fest presents Farm Fest, a one-if-a-kind community event taking place next Friday, June 3, 5-7:30 p.m.

The free, family friendly event will take place at the High Rock Park pavilions where the farmers’ market normally operates on Wednesday afternoons and Saturday mornings.

It will feature a variety of arts; music, dancing, children’s activities, and a mini-farmers’ market. Produced by Arts Fest Fridays, Farm Fest is a collaboration of local arts and business partners coming together to offer the community an artistic experience.

“This event offers members of the Saratoga community an opportunity to experience the vibrant

Ingredients

Directions

Recipe courtesy of Pattie Garrett of My Saratoga Kitchen Table, adapted from Serious East and Alice Waters

1. Cut pancetta into small ¼ inch pieces. Cook in medium skillet until crispy and set aside.

Serves 4

2. Bring large pot of water to boil and add spaghetti.

Cook until al dente, 4 ounces pancetta* reserve 1 cup of pasta 1 pound of spaghetti cooking water before draining.

1/3 cup Olive Oil* * Ingredients can be found at the market

Photo by Sarah Pezdek-Smith at Wm. H. Buckley Farm. Mark Bascom of Owl Wood Farm and Heather Siegel-Sawma.

diversity of the Saratoga art scene,” said Saratoga Farmers’ Market administrator Julia Howard. “Part of that scene includes the farmers’ market. Farm fresh produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, and jams and jellies will be available for purchase along with a variety of prepared foods and beverages.”

A special FarmFest feature will offer recognition to“Tempered by Memory,” the sculpture that artists Noah Savett and John Van Allstine created at High Rock Park. This will

be sponsored by the Saratoga Arts Council.

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market Association plans to introduce a new summer program for children during FarmFest known as the Power of Produce Club. The activity, also known as the POP Club, is a farmers’ market-based program that seeks to teach children about fruits and vegetables, local food systems and healthy food preparation through fun activities. Children who attend POP Club activities will receive a $2 token to spend on fruits and vegetables.

FarmFest also will include wine and cider tastings provided by Oliva Vineyards and Slyboro Cider.

Other FarmFest activities include - Storytelling and children’s activities, hosted by Northshire Bookstore.

- Contra-dancing, led by the Flurry Festival.

- Flower arranging demonstrations, with Native Flower Farms; - Children’s Museum of Saratoga activities.

- Sidewalk chalk art, with On Deck Saratoga.

- A petting zoo, hosted by the Sweet Chickadee School.

- A talk on the history and qualities of the High Rock Park springs, hosted

by Saratoga Springs Mineral Waters Tours.

- Live music by the Gaslight Tinkers, presented by Caffe Lena; and - Music favorites from the Saratoga High School Fiddle Club.

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market welcomes such partnerships as a way to promote farming as a vital aspect of the Saratoga community. The market operates from 3-6 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays from May through the end of October.

3 heads green garlic, thinly sliced* 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped*

Recipe photo by Pattie Garrett

Gaslight Tinkers

3. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Add garlic, parsley, and ¼ cup of water. Cover and sweat, stirring occasionally, until soft. Add more water if necessary to keep the garlic from caramelizing too much.

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Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

Slow Down You Move Too Fast! cooker is smart and easy! Stop in to Compliments to the Chef- The BEST kitchen store in Saratoga Springs on 46 Marion Ave. and pick up your very own All-Clad slow cooker!

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY Hello my Foodie Friends!

Well we just received a new shipment of All-Clad 4 and 6.5qt Slow Cookers and it’s time to slow down to help our fast paced lifestyles! My wife Paula and I are barely able to see each other long enough to stay how was your day. So we wanted to see if a slow cooker could have a great tasting meal ready for us when we got home form work. Here is one recipe that we are going to try and we hope you’ll let us know if you try it too!

Slow Cooker Chicken, Sausage, and Shrimp Jambalaya Chicken, smoked sausage and cooked shrimp come together in this spicy Cajun rice dish.

Serves/makes: 8 Ingredients: 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cubed 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced 1 pound cooked shrimp 1 can (28 ounce size) crushed tomatoes 1 medium onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup white wine 2 teaspoons oregano 2 teaspoons parsley 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 cups rice, cooked Directions: Place all ingredients except shrimp and rice in Slow Cooker.

Cover; cook on low for 6-8 hours.

Stir in rice and shrimp; cover; cook on high for 15 minutes.

Nutrition: 538 calories, 19 grams fat, 48 grams carbohydrates, 39 grams protein per serving When Paula is in her kitchen she always likes to say that she works smarter not harder! A slow

Restaurants Become Dog-Friendly for Summer

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

Take care, Paula and John Reardon

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Downtown Saratoga Springs restaurants will become dogfriendly this summer after joining the Dog-Friendly Downtown Program. As a result of a bill passed by Governor Andrew Cuomo this past year, owners are permitted to legally dine with their dogs at restaurants that offer outdoor seating and choose to allow it. The Dog-Friendly Downtown Program was initiated locally six years ago by

Sloppy Kisses and Saratoga Arts and many restaurants have joined it after the passage of the law, including Boca Bistro, Cantina, Lake Local, Peabody’s Sports Bar and The Local. The restaurants hope that their new dog-friendly policies will boost sales and attract new customers. These businesses will place DFD stickers on their windows to promote their dogfriendly policies. Businesses may participate in the DFD program by calling 518-587-2207.

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Congratulations, Girl Scout Honorees!

The following girls of Girl Scout Troop 3609 in Saratoga Springs each received their Gold Awards at a ceremony at the New York State Museum on Saturday, May 14. From left to right: Valeska Palmatier, her project was creating care packages for the homeless in our community. Brenna Singer, her project was creating an educational website to help keep children with food allergies safe at school. Samantha Poitras, her project was to create training manuals for the volunteer positions at St. Therese Chapel in Gansevoort. Sydney Jameson, her project was to create a website to educate people on their rights as citizens and the political process.

Saratoga Tour de Cure

Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

5th Annual TUFF eNUFF Challenge

SARATOGA SPRINGS — “Helping youth navigate life’s challenges,” is the tag line for the Prevention Council. “So having an obstacle course in which participants have to crawl uphill, help each other and get down in the muddy trenches seemed like a great idea for a community fundraiser,” explained Deirdre Ladd, the Event Coordinator for the 5th Annual TUFF eNUFF to benefit the Prevention Council, which will be held on Saturday, June 4 at the

BOCES Center on Henning Road in Saratoga.

New this year, Nemer Motors is bringing its free photo booth for muddy, postrace photos, and once everyone is on the course a drone will fly over for a Community Photo. For more information and to pre-register, go to www.FinishRight.com.

For more information about the Prevention Council, visit www.

PreventionCouncil.org.

Ninth Annual Cantina Kids Fun Run

ALBANY, NY (Wednesday, May 25, 2016) — On June 5, 2,500 bicyclists, 300 event volunteers, and sponsors will come together to raise funds for the American Diabetes Association’s nationwide movement to Stop Diabetes®.

The Saratoga Tour de Cure will begin at Saratoga Springs High school at 6:15 a.m. with all

rides concluding by 4:30 p.m.

Local municipalities including EMS and police are aware of the routes and will be staffed at busy intersections. Riders will be traveling on roads open to community traffic. Maps will be posted on the event website.

The 2015 Saratoga Tour de Cure raised more than $1.2

million, making it the second highest performing Tour in the nation behind Napa Valley. All proceeds raised support the association’s mission — to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. For more information and to register for the Tour de Cure, visit diabetes.org/saratoga.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Once again, Jeff and Heath Ames, owners of the Cantina restaurant in downtown Saratoga Springs, are teaming up with the Saratoga Hospital Foundation to sponsor the ninth annual Cantina Kids Fun Run presented by Boston Futures Group on Sunday, June 5, in Congress Park.

The Fun Run will start at 9 a.m.

Since its founding in 2008, the annual Cantina Kids Fun Run

has brought families together to support pediatric emergency care services at Saratoga Hospital. The Fun Run will continue to also support Saratoga Community Health Center’s pediatric dental care program, and to help families with prescription drug costs.

Online pre-registration closes on June 2. For more information or to register, visit www.saratogahospital.org or call 518-583-8765.

Schuylerville Graduate Emily Riggi Honored by Clarkson University SCHUYLERVILLE — A 2010 graduate of Schuylerville High School is being honored by Clarkson University. Emily Riggi, of Gansevoort, recently received the prestigious Dr. Charles T. Mosier ‘72 Memorial Scholarship Award from Clarkson University.

The award, created in 2002, recognizes and supports a senior student in Engineering and Management who plans to seek a graduate business degree at Clarkson. Riggi was recognized with this award for her high academic achievement, teamwork, collegiality, willingness to help others and her spirit of lifelong learning.

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Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

Bike to Work Day Winners SARATOGA COUNTY – The Capital District Transportation Committee (CDTC) announced the winners of the Bike to Work Day Workplace Challenge (#B2W518) for employers in Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga, and Schenectady Counties.

Bike to Work Day is an annual event held each spring throughout the country that promotes bicycling as a fun way to commute to work. This year, over 500 people registered for the challenge, amounting to about 5,700 bicycle miles, replacing about 230 gallons of fuel, 4,500 lbs of CO₂, and burning about

245,000 calories.

Skidmore College had the most (24) riders. The highest percent of participation (large organization) goes to the Saratoga Springs Public Library with 23 percent, and Ken Williams at the Waterford-Halfmoon Central School District wins the trophy for the longest commute, riding 52 miles. The highest percent (33 percent) participation for a small organization goes to Elan Planning and Design.

Lake Avenue Elementary continues to hold onto the school trophy, with about 150 kids.

Congratulations to all!

deJonghe Pendant to Benefit SPAC’s 50th SARATOGA SPRINGS — deJonghe Original Jewelry has created a special edition SPAC pendant to benefit SPAC’s 50th Anniversary Celebration.

A lucky SPAC audience member at each of New York City Ballet’s three performances of Jewels will receive a 14k gold SPAC pendant, valued at $650. The pendant, inspired by SPAC’s unique architectural structure and natural outdoor setting in the Spa State Park, will also be available for sale at deJonghe Original Jewelry as part of the “Saratoga Collection.”

Twenty-five percent of all sales will be donated to support SPAC’s 50th Anniversary programming.

New York City Ballet will perform Jewels at SPAC on: Wednesday, July 27 at 8 p.m.;

Secret Gardens Tour SARATOGA SPRINGS — Tickets are on sale now for the 22nd annual Secret Gardens Tour, featuring 10 private gardens in and around Saratoga Springs on Sunday, July 10.

The self-guided tour includes a semi-formal English garden, a butterfly house, assorted water features, with a mix of expansive sites and creative use of in-city properties.

The event is presented

by Soroptimist International of Saratoga County, a service organization that supports domestic violence victims and other local and global initiatives that benefit women, girls and the community. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the tour.

Tickets may be ordered on soroptimistsaratoga.org or purchased at any retail Cudney’s Dry Cleaners

location, the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center and (after June 4) at Northshire Bookstore on Broadway. Northshire will donate 20 percent of purchases made on June 4 and 5 to the Secret Gardens Tour when the bookseller is told, “I’m shopping for Soroptimists.”

Learn more about the tour and Soroptimists at soroptimistsaratoga.org.

May 30 Memorial for 12-Year-Old SARATOGA SPRINGS — New Yorkers Against Gun Violence (NYAGV) and Saratogians for Gun Safety (SFGS) are dedicating a Flowering Dogwood Tree in memory of Nicholas Naumkin on Monday, May 30 at 11:30 a.m. in Congress Park.

Nicholas was 12 years old when he was fatally shot in December 2010 while playing at a friend’s house in Wilton. He was a 7th grade student at Maple Avenue Middle School at the time. He would have been graduating high school this year.

“We are holding this special dedication now for a few reasons,” explained Pat Tuz, the Capital Region Coordinator for NYAGV. “Recently, New Yorker’s Against Gun Violence and Saratogians for Gun Safety successfully lobbied for the passage of ‘Nicholas’ Law,’ a safe gun storage ordinance. Thanks to the City Council’s unanimous vote, Saratoga now joins a number of other upstate

New York cities that have recently enacted similar legislation, including Albany and Buffalo. We wanted to show the Naumkin family that our community still cares and supports them.”

Sustainable Saratoga acquired the tree on behalf of NYAGV as part of their annual citywide, tree planting initiative. Members of SFGS, then planted the NYAGV-donated tree, with assistance from Sustainable Saratoga volunteers, near the park’s Hawthorn and Columbian Springs.

The tree’s Memorial Day dedication is free and open to the public.

As SFGS member Deirdre Ladd said, “When a preventable tragedy occurs, it often causes a ripple effect throughout a community, impacting many lives and generations. This specially-marked, Flowering Dogwood will serve as a lasting symbol of hope for peace, safety and common sense gun laws.”

Thursday, July 28 at 2 p.m.; and Saturday, July 30 at 8 p.m. Prior to the start of each performance, audiences can enter a raffle to win a deJonghe Original SPAC pendant. Tickets to Jewels are available at www.spac.org or 518-584-9330.

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LOCAL BRIEFS

Fifth Annual Tuff eNuff Obstacle Course Challenge Tuff eNuff is a mud-filled course with obstacles for participants to crawl under, hurdle over, wade through, and work together toward success. It will be held on June 4 at BOCES Campus on Henning Rd. in Saratoga Springs. 100 percent of the proceeds will benefit the Prevention Council of Saratoga County. Kids run (1 mile) begins at 8:30 a.m. Teens and Adults (5K) at 9:15 a.m. The first 200 kids to complete the Kid’s Run will receive a one-day pass to Great Escape.

New this year is the Nemer Photo Booth. For more information call (518) 581-1230. Rain or Shine.

Register at www.finishright.com.

Day of registration is available but get there by 8 a.m.

Ladies of Charity/ Saratoga Vicariate Annual Garage and Bake Sale The sale will take place on June 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rain or shine. It will be held at the Italian American War Veterans, located at 247 Grand Ave., Saratoga Springs.

Donations may be dropped off on Friday, June 3, from 9 a.m. until noon only. Suggested items are linens, glassware, pots and pans, knick-knacks, jewelry, tools, toys, small furniture, lamps, books and baby items. Children’s clothing only. No adult clothing or shoes, skis, ski boots, TVs or computers.

All items must be clean and in good condition. Cakes, breads, cookies, cupcakes, brownies, pies, muffins, rolls, candies or any of your specialties are welcome. To volunteer, donate baked goods or leave donations please call, Linda Crawford at (518) 222-6564 or Claudette Farchione at (518) 5847592.

Soroptimists Book Fair 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 4and 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.

that continue to confuse patients.

Come see what you’ve been missing! Christopher Zieker, MD has performed over 5,000 cataract surgeries.

Ballston Spa’s Village Wide Garage Sale Weekend

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.

The annual Ballston Spa Village Wide Garage Sale Weekend takes place Saturday and Sunday, June 11-12, 2016. In a tradition that goes back well over 25 years, residents and community groups hold sales throughout the village and the surrounding area. Hours vary by location. If you are having a garage/yard sale or related event in the Ballston Spa area that weekend and would like your location included on the compiled listing to be posted on the Ballston Spa Business percent Professional Association’s website www.ballston. org and linked on our Facebook page, call or email Ellen at 8852772 or info@ballston.org no later than Thursday, June 2. You do not need to be a BSBPA member to be listed. Community groups are encouraged. Only location and days/hours are listed.

Go Native in your Garden

Bus Trip to the Berkshires

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. This event is 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.

Please join us on Saturday, June 11 for our 2nd annual literary-themed bus trip brought to you by the Friends of Saratoga Springs Public Library. This time, we’re headed to The Berkshires of Western Massachusetts. There will be a group lunch and tour of Edith Wharton’s The Mount in Lenox, a tour of Herman Melville’s Arrowhead in Pittsfield (wrote Moby Dick here) and view Illustration exhibit and Rockwell’s Saturday Evening Post covers at Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge. Cost is $100 per person which includes transportation, lunch, admission and tours at venues. There are only 6 seats left. Please sign up by mailing a check (payable to Friends of Saratoga Springs Public Library) to our trip organizer Rhona Koretzky, 3 Longwood Drive, Saratoga Springs NY 12866. Please contact Rhona at (518) 505-1303 or busplus1@gmail.com/

Bariatric Support Group Meeting - FREE

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

Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

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 family-friendly, pedestrianfriendly 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-n-take 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 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 .

Yaddo Garden Tours Tours will take place every Saturday and Sunday June 18 and 19 till Saturday, September 3 and Sunday September 4 and Tuesdays during racing season. No tour Travers Day August 27, 2016.

Tours of Garden only include sharing the history of the Trask Family, the Mansion and history of the Yaddo gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed.

Docent-led tours begin at 11 a.m. at the main fountain near the entrance gate to the garden. Tours last about one hour. The cost is $10.00 per person. Special guided docent-led tours of the Yaddo gardens can be arranged at a date and time convenient for the group.

Contact Yaddo at (518) 584-0746 or www.Yaddo. org for more information.

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.

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

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Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

Family Friendly Event

Friday, May 27 Free Movies in the Park Wiswall Park, Front Street, Ballston Spa, Dusk The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association is proud to once again present its free Movies in the Park series. Tonight’s movie is “Inside Out.” The rain date is June 4.

Saturday, May 28 Ballston Spa Memorial Day Parade Downtown Ballston Spa, 9 a.m.

The parade will proceed down Milton Avenue with a wreath ceremony at the bridge over the Kaydeross, followed by a ceremony at the Village’s war memorials on Low Street.

Walking Tours In front of Crafter’s Gallery, 427 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 2 p.m.

Derby Tours of Saratoga is offering walking tours of North Broadway each Saturday of the four upcoming holiday weekends. Please join your guide Hollis Palmer for the tours. 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 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/.

The Raven King

Monday, May 30

Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 5 p.m.

Young adult author Maggie Stiefvater presents The Raven King, the final book in the wildly popular Raven Cycle.

This event is free to attend, but customers must purchase at least one book by Maggie Stiefvater, published by Scholastic, from Northshire Bookstore, in order to enter the signing line. Please note that due to the large crowds at previous events on the author’s tour, signing guidelines for this event have been modified. Visit our website to see all the latest details, www.northsire.com.

Tree Dedication

Stars of Tomorrow Concert

Saratoga Friends

Filene Recital Hall at Skidmore College 815 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.

We kick off the season with our second annual Stars of Tomorrow concert - featuring 24 singers from around the country who have been selected from over 1,000 applicants to be members of Opera Saratoga’s prestigious Young Artist Program. Free admission.

Sunday, May 29 Saratoga Chamber Players United Methodist Church, Fifth Ave. and Henning Rd., Saratoga Springs, 3 p.m.

The Saratoga Chamber Players’ final program of the season on May 29 heralds the summer with three previously unannounced musicians added to a program of works by Mozart, Von Dohnanyi and Schumann.

The five performers will greet attendees at a Meet-theMusician reception following the concert. Tickets may be purchased on-line at http:// www.saratogachamberplayers. org/events/category/20152016-concert-season/ or at the door. Adults: $10; Seniors: $18; Students: $15; Children are admitted free of charge.

Congress Park, Saratoga Springs, 11:30 a.m.

New Yorker’s Against Gun Violence and Saratogians for Gun Safety are dedicating a flowering dogwood tree in memory of Nicholas Naumkin to serve as a lasting symbol of hope for peace, safety and common sense gun laws.

Nicholas was 12 years old when he was fatally shot in December 2010 while playing at a friend’s house in Wilton.

He was a 7th grade student at Maple Avenue Middle School at the time.

Tuesday, May 31 Susman Room, Saratoga Springs Public Library, 6:307:30 p.m.

Saratoga Friends is a social group for baby boomers who are new to the Saratoga area and are interested in making new friends to socialize with.

We also welcome folks who are not new to the area but want to make new friends.

This is not a dating or “singles” group. Couples and singles are welcome and there is no membership fee. Group members plan social activities based on their interests.

For more info or questions contact newsaratogafriends@ gmail.com or join our New Saratoga Friends Meet-up group (also free; go to www.

Meetup.com).

Wednesday, June 1 Global Running Day with the Stryders Saratoga Spa State Park, 5:30 p.m.

The Saratoga Stryders welcome the community to join with several local, active-minded businesses and organizations to celebrate Global Running Day during the club’s weekly Wednesday Night Run. Originally designated National Running Day and held the first Wednesday in June annually, Global Running Day allows runners the opportunity to reaffirm their commitment to

running and provides a perfect occasion to make a lifechanging pledge by taking part in running, alone or in the company of other runners. The Stryders welcome the public to come out for a mini running expo before and after an organized workout designed

by Coach John Couch for all levels, ages and abilities.

The mini expo starts at 5:30 p.m. with the workout getting underway promptly at 6 p.m.

For more information, contact Saratoga Stryders President Tom Law at president@ saratogastryders.org or by phone at (859) 396-9407.

Poetry Reading Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.

Caffè Lena will present poetry readings by Perry Nichols and Annie Christain.

An open reading will follow.

Doors open for sign-ups at 7 p.m. and the readings will start at 7:30 p.m. The host for the event will be Carol Graser and the cost is $5. For more information, call (518) 5830022, www.caffelena.org.

Thursday, June 2 Storytellers’ Institute Davis Auditorium, Skidmore Campus, 5 p.m.

Storytellers’ Institute: “Point of Departure: Adapting Reality for Stage and Screen” Chip Duncan, filmmaker and photographer, Dan Markley, producer of stage and screen, and Jonathan Burkhart, co-founder and president of the Nantucket Film Festival, talk truth and fiction in storytelling. At 5 p.m. there will be a panel discussion followed by a reception at 6 p.m. and at 7 p.m. the film screening of Chip Duncan’s A Quest for Meaning: Myth, Imagination & Faith in the Lives & Literatures of C.S. Lewis & J.R.R. Tolkien,” followed by a moderated Q&A. For more information call (518) 580-5274.

Local Town Websites Town of Ballston: Ballston Town Hall 323 Charlton Road (518) 885-8502 www.townofballstonny.org Village of Ballston Spa: 66 Front Street (518) 885-5711 www.ballstonspany.org Town of Greenfield: 7 Wilton Road (518) 893-7432 www.townofgreenfield.com Town of Malta: 2540 Route 9 (518) 899-2818 www.malta-town.org Town of Milton: 503 Geyser Road (518) 885-9220 www.townofmiltonny.org City of Saratoga Springs: 474 Broadway (518) 587-3550 www.saratoga-springs.org Town of Saratoga: 12 Spring Street, Schuylerville (518) 695-3644 www.townofsaratoga.com Village of Schuylerville: 35 Spring Street (518) 695-3881 www.villageofschuylerville.org Town of Stillwater: 881 N. Hudson Avenue Stillwater, NY 12170 (518) 664-6148 www.stillwaterny.org Town of Wilton: 22 Traver Road (518) 587-1939 www.townofwilton.com Saratoga County Board of Supervisors: 40 McMaster St, #1 Ballston Spa, NY 12020 (518) 885-2240 www.saratogacountyny.gov

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

26 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 27– June 2, 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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Saratoga Casino Hotel Launches Hands for Hope

SARATOGA SPRINGS - On Saturday, May 14, Saratoga Casino Hotel introduced their new community initiative, Hands for Hope. Their first event was a yard cleanup and fence installation with Rebuilding Saratoga at AIM Services, Inc.'s Assisted Living Facility. Photos by Marissa Wendolovske.

Hattie’s Crawfish Festival and New Cookbook SARATOGA SPRINGS — Hattie’S Restaurant will be holding its annual Crawfish Festival on Memorial Day, Monday, May 30 at its location at 45 Phila Street from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This year, the offerings will include fresh crawfish by the pound, Hattie’s famous fried chicken, sausage and okra gumbo, and peel and eat shrimp. Hattie’s has the Capital District’s largest selection of Louisiana beers to choose from and will also be featuring their fresh fruit Mojitos, Hurricanes and local draft beers. The Garland Nelson Ensemble will once again provide entertainment in Hattie’s courtyard.

The event is open to the public and fun for all ages.

“We look forward to this day every year,” says Hattie’s chef and owner Jasper Alexander.

Alexander has the crawfish flown in fresh from a Louisiana company he has been doing business with for years. “They have the freshest product and are wonderful to work with.

They love that we do this event ‘up North.’”

Alexander is also coming out with his first cookbook. “The Hattie’s Restaurant Cookbook: Classic Southern and Louisiana Recipes” published by Countryman Press is due out summer 2016.

The cookbook is filled with recipes of Hattie’s past and present and beautifully photographed by local photographer, Heather Bohm-Tallman.

This book traces the restaurant’s history from the beginning to the present through recipes, anecdotes, and photographs. From downhome jambalaya to good oldfashioned fried chicken, Alexander seamlessly intertwines Hattie’s Southern roots with nostalgic

homemade tastes, including fried catfish, pimento cheese, Cajun coleslaw, Mississippi salsa, sweet potato pie and many more.

“Hattie’s Restaurant Cookbook” is available for pre-sale orders online at indiebound.org, amazon.com and barnesandnoble.com.

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Music and Mingling Event to Benefit Senior Center SARATOGA SPRINGS — The 6th Annual Music and Mingling event to benefit the Adult and Senior Center of Saratoga is scheduled for Thursday, June 2 from 7 to 10:30 p.m. at the Saratoga Polo Fields. This fantastic party kicks off the summer season with all proceeds supporting the Senior Center’s programs. The event will feature gourmet foods prepared by Old Daley Catering and an open bar will feature a full assortment

of high-end spirits from Moet, Hennessy, Belvedere, Bulleit Bourbon, Captain Morgan, Veuve Clicquot, Glenmorangie, Terrazas wines, as well as choice beers from Saratoga Eagle.

Highlights of the evening include live dance music by Grand Central Station, cigar tastings savored with bourbons and scotches with James and Sons Tobacconists, an extensive silent auction, tarot cards with

Mary Shimp and a photo booth with Heather Bohm-Tallman.

Top off the night with sweets compliments of The Candy Company of Saratoga Springs, Kilwin’s, Ben and Jerry’s and Healthy Living Market.

This is the largest fundraiser of the year for the Adult and Senior Center of Saratoga. This non-residential community center serves over 1,500 members by providing a fun and nurturing

social environment with support services and programs tailored to adults and seniors. The facility is located in the heart of downtown Saratoga and serves as a community hub where seniors can get help and maintain an independent lifestyle by making new friends, sharing a meal, taking a healthy living class or learning a new skill.

The social interaction provided by these programs is essential to the physical and mental health of the

seniors in our community.

This year’s major event sponsors are Turbine Services, Ltd., Mr. and Mrs. Vincent and Patty Riggi and Mr. and Mrs. Ron and Michele Riggi. Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Riggi are also serving as Honorary Event Chairs.

Admission is $125 (after May 30 the price increases to $150) and tickets may be purchased at saratogaseniorcenter.org or by calling the Center at 518- 584-1621.

It’s All About Fun at Farm Fest Friday!

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Arts Fest Fridays, a series of free, multi-genre entertainment events presents Farm Fest Friday on Friday, June 3 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at High Rock Park. Arts Fest Fridays and Farm Fest Friday are presented

by SaratogaArtsFest in collaboration with Spring Street Gallery.

Farm Fest Friday will bring together a wide range of Saratoga’s arts organizations, business partners, musicians and artists into a festive evening of dancing, music, foods, arts and fun. Partner organizations include Saratoga Farmers

Market Association, Caffe Lena, The Flurry Festival, Northshire Bookstore, On Deck Saratoga, and Saratoga Arts.

Farm Fest Friday will have everything from live music and dancing to a petting zoo, farm activities, art activities for children and much more.

“Arts Fest Fridays was a big success in 2015,” said Saratoga Arts Fest Board Chair, Dee Sarno. “The arts and business communities really rallied around these new events, and enjoyed presenting out-of-the-box, collaborative entertainment.”

2016 events will be presented at High Rock Park, National Museum of Racing, the Tang Teaching Museum at

Skidmore College, and Spring Street Gallery.

Dates and details for the other events will be released shortly.

For additional information call Maureen Sager at 518- 587-6433 or Maureen. sager@gmail.com.

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Wesley Foundation Hosts Annual Gala in 70s Style!

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Wesley Community brought it back to the 1970s at their annual Wesley Foundation Gala at Saratoga Golf and Polo Club on Saturday, May 21.

The night featured delicious food and sweets stations, music from the Refrigerators and groovy 70s attire.

This evening event supports the services and programs at

All Photos by Francesco D’Amico

The Wesley Community, which serves more than 700 Saratoga area seniors and those with longterm disabilities. Proceeds from this gala will go toward Wesley’s upcoming renovations.

For more information about The Wesley Community, visit thewesleycommunity.org.

Lorrie Shilling, Drew Jarosh and Kate Jarosh.

Shawn and Karen Spratt.

Jaime Erickson, Tammy Phair, and Peggy Murphy.

Sue and John Rogan.

Sara and Mike Mannix.

Jane and Neil Golub.

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Prelude to Support Arts Fest Fridays SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Arts Fest hosted its annual Prelude Benefit on Wednesday, May 18 at Saratoga National Golf Club.

Aside from the many food and dessert stations, silent auction and musical entertainment, this year’s gala also included a special presentation of the Saratoga Arts Fest “Art Star Award to

Marcia White, SPAC President and Executive Director, for all her many contributions to the arts in the capital district.

The gala raised funds for Arts Fest Friday, a series of eclectic community art and entertainment events that are offered at no charge to the public. For more information, visit saratogaartsfest.org.

Photos by Francesco D’Amico

Carolyn Krupski and Lisa Hill.

Honorary chairs Rob Koughlin and Eleanor Mullany.

Mary Beth McGarrahan, Andrew Meader, and Teddy Foster.

Dennis Moench, honoree Marcia White, and Sharron Walsh.

Dee Sarno and Devra Cohan-Tigor.

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week of 5/27-6/2 friday, 5/27:

sunday, 5/29:

The Wallies, 8 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060

Maurizio Russomanno, 3 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003

Steve Candlen, 7 pm @ Carson’s Woodside Tavern — 584.9791

Live Jazz Brunch, 10 am @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563

Jukebox Night, 9 pm @ Caroline St. Pub — 583.9400

The Vibratones, 3 pm @ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463

Out of the Box, 6 pm @ Diamond Club Grill 587.2022 Rich Ortiz, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 North and South Dakotas, 10 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003 Motion Blur, 8 pm @ Nanola — 587.1300 Jim Wilson Quartet, 9 pm @ 9 Maple Avenue — 583.2582 Rock Gallery 4, 7:30 pm @ Putnam Den — 584.8066 The John Kribs Band, 9 pm @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916 Frankie Lessard Duo, 9:30 pm @ The Rusty Nail — 371.9875 Seth Warden Trio, 6 pm @ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463 New York Players, 8 pm @ Vapor — 581.5775 The Rick Nelson Band, 8 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060

saturday, 5/28: The Rick Nelson Band, 8 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060 Red Haired Strangers, 8 pm @ Caffè Lena — 583.0022 Jeff Brisban, 7 pm @ Carson’s Woodside Tavern — 584.9791 Crazy Head Mazie, 9 pm @ Caroline St. Pub — 583.9400 Chris Dollard, 6 pm @ Diamond Club Grill 587.2022 Toga Boys, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 Jack’s Attic, 10 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003

monday, 5/30: Mike Passineau, 6:30 pm @ Brook Tavern — 871.1473

tuesday, 5/31: Open Mic w/ Rick Bolton, 8 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359

wednesday, 6/1: 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, 6/2: Open Mic, 7 pm @ Caffè Lena — 583.0022 Matty Finn, 6 pm @ Carney’s Tavern — 952.7177 Open Mic, 10 pm @ Circus Café — 583.1106 T.J. Clancey and Bobby Vannier, 8 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 Chris Carey + Mike O’Donnell, 8 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026 Chris Dollard, 6:30 pm @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563 Celtic Session, 7 pm @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916

Hasty Page, 8 pm @ Nanola — 587.1300 Brian Patneaude Quartet, 9 pm @ 9 Maple Avenue — 583.2582 Better by Morning, 9 pm @ Putnam Den — 584.8066 Karaoke, 9:30 pm @ The Rusty Nail — 371.9875 Pat Decker, 3 pm @ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463 Rob Aronstein, 7 pm @ Wishing Well — 584.7640

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Puzzles Across 1 It’s often swiped at offices 11 Censor’s target 15 Deer, e.g.

16 Leveret’s dad 17 Reminder, often 18 Largest island in the Tuscan Archipelago 19 Slip in a store: Abbr.

20 Quarters 21 Olympics coach Karolyi et al.

22 “Fooled ya” 24 Corn lead-in 25 Carbon compound found in crude oil 26 Closed up 28 Attire for filmdom’s The Mask 30 Month in el invierno 31 Terminal 32 Member of the fam 33 Tiny time div.

35 Govt. collectors 37 “Sweet!”

40 Norwegian flag feature 42 Indian bigwig 46 Intimate 48 Words to a savior 49 Breaks off 50 Naval NCO 52 Big name in shaving 53 “The Girl Next Door” co-star Hirsch 54 Work unit 56 Much 57 West Virginia resource 58 Lingered 60 Biblical preposition 61 Surrounded 62 High school subject?

63 Commercial success Down 1 Inform 2 Start work 3 Medieval Iberian kingdom 4 Fictional giant 5 Activity 6 Venture forth

See puzzle solutions on page 38

See puzzle solution on page 38

7 PowerShot maker 8 Reduce to minute particles 9 Soaks, as hemp 10 Beats Electronics co-founder 11 Rain may fall in them 12 Hammer-shaped bone 13 Pope who initiated the First Crusade 14 Dollhouse accessories 21 Like shortbread 23 “Blue Velvet” actress 25 Horizontal spar 27 Reason for overtime 29 Goes (for) 31 Maker of the Ultra Set trap 34 Mythical archer 36 Okinawa’s capital 37 Diamond buyer’s choice

38 Red flower created from the blood of Adonis 39 Digress 41 Motion backing 43 Aviation supply 44 Put in order 45 Compulsive subject of a former A&E series 47 Rat out 48 Grinders 51 __ Sound, part of the Salish Sea 54 Alexandrite is one of its birthstones 55 Gaelic language 58 Center 59 Whale __

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: Temerity, Timidity Temerity means daring or recklessness. Nick had the temerity to ask the film star for another autograph.

Timidity means fearfulness or hesitancy. Timidity and shyness are common to many young children.

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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Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

SSHS Champions!

SSHS Notches Track and Field Crown TROY — Congratulations to the Saratoga Springs HS Boys track squad! The Blue Streaks were at their best on Tuesday, May 17 at Troy High, the site of the 2016 Suburban Council

title meet. In addition to several individual and team relay first place finishers, Saratoga finished with 108 points for first overall to garner the overall crown.

Tennis Triumphs Too! First Sectional Title for Saratoga Boys’ Tennis

The 2016 SSHS Varsity Tennis Squad. Photos by MarkBolles.com

CLIFTON PARK — A day after the track and field squad got their first place finish, the boys’ tennis squad led by Coach Tim O’Brien, posted their own sectional victory, a 5-4 team score over Bethlehem, on Wednesday, May 19. In doing so, Saratoga extended its record to 15-3.

Up and Over: Saratoga’s Thomas Conboy posted a top finish in the pole vault at 14-feet, 3-inches at Tuesday’s Suburban Council Championship at Troy High School – File Photos by Francesco D’Amico

Blue Streak (and Syracuse-bound) Aidan Tooker won the 800-meter run in 1:53.80

Earlier this year, Bethlehem had put a halt to Guilderland’s 45-match winning streak. The match that put the Blue Streaks over the top was a three-set singles triumph by Max Lee, but this season was truly a team triumph by a squad, and a coach, that has always been known for doing things with class and distinction. Congratulations all!

Max Lee’s three-set singles win gave Saratoga the Sectional Crown

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Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

Motivation Can Be the Key to Success

by Damian Fantauzzi for Saratoga TODAY When searching for the right mix of motivation, it is important to understand what factors actually influence young athletes and how a coach can feed those factors in practices and games in order to achieve the best results.

The coach must find the optimal level of “arousal” for the particular sport at hand. This includes both physical and mental aspects to increase performance. For example, football players and golfers will rely on differing levels of stimulation in order to compete at a prime level.

Also, coaches must be prepared and know how to react when certain sticky situations come about. This may include a player losing interest in a sport, not performing well over several contests or motivating a team in the face of an intimidating opponent, to name a few.

Throughout my career as coach I have had my share of barriers, it’s part of the job description, and one of the major pitfalls comes out of dealing with an almost impossible and difficult challenge being the person who can motivate a group of athletes or individuals.

The challenge can be paramount for the coach because it’s about the human experience and psyche of different individuals, while trying to find a common ground for getting a group of athletes on the same page.

The message that needs to be put out there is that it’s all about the communication – of finding what’s inside of the human spirit to get the players to perform beyond their own expectations. I like what Michael Phelps said - “You can’t put a limit on anything. The more you dream, the farther you get.” This is easy to say, or to even preach to a team, but the hard part is to dig deep to find the “fire” that gives the athlete the feeling he/she can achieve at a higher level.

You may ask: Has this worked for me as a coach, and even as a player? I can honestly say it has, but not all of the time. One thing about motivation that must be understood – it’s all about timing. There are different types of motivation, there’s short-term motivation for a good practice, having long-term goals for individual progression and improvement. A goal for some athletes is proving their critics to

be wrong... something that was embedded in my psyche as a young struggling junior high student playing CYO basketball, through my college playing years. My goal was to get better and be the best I could be, and no one was going to get in my way, though there were a few who tried!

As a coach I learned that timing was the biggest factor of all. Leading up to the big game was the preparation of practice. I have always felt that being prepared for all aspects of basketball had to be covered in practice. This was work, and a lot of it! Examples: Being prepared for the press, full court zone or manto-man, half court zone pressure, special end of game plays/offenses, whether it be against man-to-man or zone defenses, including out of bounds plays and drills related to all of the above. That was such a necessary philosophy that I have always believed: Preparation for everything.

The motivation was the cherry on top, added at the end, like the locker room pregame speech. These theories relate to all sports.

Something that I have always felt to be important is, as a coach, you must take an interest in your athlete beyond his/her athletic abilities. If you care about them as a person rather than just what they can do for the team, they will reward you with high motivation, increased intensity and great performances. Behind effective communication is listening, the way to

make an athlete feel better about themselves is to listen to them when they speak and to attempt to understand them from “their” perspective. Let them talk, don’t plan your next comment and try to step into their shoes, because as a coach you must understand what the athletes are dealing with in their lives. The effort of listening and understanding will pay off in a strong relationship and a motivated athlete. Bad performances don’t mean bad people.

Let your athlete know that you are even more there for them when they have a bad performance than when they have a good one, and most of all, don’t take it personally. I have always said that I sincerely believe that kids don’t make mistakes or lose on purpose. The coach can’t be a fair weather fan to the athletes. Part of being involved in sports is the reality of the fact that besides winning, you’re also going to lose.

If you have a purpose without passion, then nothing else matters. Nothing is worth pursuing without the love for it, or of doing it. Sustaining passion in athletics isn’t easy. It requires a special type of person to endure that world. Its not always a kind world, it can be self-defeating, and emotionally draining. It takes not only time, but clarity in purpose and passion to persevere as an individual, team member and as the mentor/coach.

The curse in the routine can be

overwhelming to the athletes and that could slow down your teaching. Roll with the challenge to keep the team and athlete from burn out.

I have learned throughout my coaching experience to create an atmosphere of fun for your team.

This will motivate the athletes to train harder and longer. If practice is nothing but uninterrupted drudgery, your athletes will quickly lose interest. If you really want your athletes to be serious competitors and come through in the clutch for you, introduce humor and fun regularly in practice. Being able to rest is part of good training. An athlete needs the chance to rest or he/she will ultimately burn out, mentally or physically. Short breaks in training and team practices with periodic days off over the course of the season will keep your athletes physically, mentally motivated and keep them fresh.

For a coach or athlete, every game, match, meet and event has an opponent you will always face: Yourself. Motivation is the food source on your plate for success, dig in and eat hardy! This can be the path you will walk on throughout life. A never quit philosophy means don’t ever give up on one’s self, in whatever you’re doing. As for coaching, it’s about helping the people you lead recognize the choices they have in front of them. The athletes will then take a great deal of ownership, through the coach’s direction, for motivation.

Get Ready to Race!

Saratoga's Firecracker 4 Race Expands Training; Adds Military Formation Run SARATOGA SPRINGS — ­ As it approaches its 10-year mark this summer, Saratoga¹s popular fourmile Firecracker 4 road race on July 4th has added a military formation run to lead off this year¹s competition. The community race has raised more than $250,000 for health and recreation-related charitable organizations since its inception in 2007.

“We expect this year¹s new military formation run to be an inspiring reminder of both the freedom we celebrate on July 4th and those who have fought to preserve it. Organized by the Veteran’s Business Council of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce, this joint-service military

formation, singing cadence and moving in step, will head down Broadway a few minutes before the official race start,” explains race co-director Bob Vanderminden.

The Firecracker 4 is expected to exceed the 4,000 runner mark this year, up from just 142 runners at its first event. The race welcomes a wide range of participants, from elite athletes who complete the four miles in times near 20 minutes, to everyday families and individuals who are trying to become healthier through running or walking.

FC4, Inc., the non-profit organization that manages the race, will donate proceeds from the event to

four local community organizations this year: - Veterans Business Council of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce, facilitating opportunities for Saratoga County veterans - Saratoga Regional YMCA West Avenue facility expansion - Saratoga Greenbelt Trail, seeking to connect trails into a 9-mile loop for multiple recreational uses - Saratoga High School Boys’ and Girls’ Indoor/Outdoor Track and Field and Cross-Country Running teams, offering competitive programs open to all abilities.

Discounted online race registration costs $30 through July 2 and is open

Photo by Dave Harmon

at www.firecracker4.com. Kids’ race registration is $5. Runners may also register at Fleet Feet Sports in Albany (Wolf Road Plaza at Metro Park Road) and in Malta (I-87 Exit 12, Shops of Malta, 37 Kendall Way). Registration goes up to $35 at on-site registration,

held at the Saratoga Springs City Center from 4 to 8 p.m. on July 3 and on July 4 beginning at 7 a.m. Anyone registering the day of the race is urged to arrive to the Saratoga Springs City Center no later than 8 a.m. to ensure an on-time start.

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Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

COMMUNITY SPORTS BULLETIN Support the Springettes!

The Saratoga Regional YMCA Springettes Gymnastics Team will be attending the 2016 Nationals Gymnastic Competition in Long Beach, CA. The National Team consists of 14 athletes ranging from Level 4-8. They have worked very hard to get to this point. Each athlete had to obtain qualifying scores to reach this level. Of these 14 athletes, six Springettes are NYS AllAround Champions and one is a Regional All-Around Champion!

The Spingettes are having some fundraisers to help reach this goal! On Saturday, June 4 from 1:30-7:30 p.m., they will

be hosting a coin drop/bake sale at Walmart in Queensbury at Quaker Ridge Blvd. They are also hosting a pancake breakfast on Sunday, June 5 at Applebee’s in Saratoga from 8-10 a.m. Tickets for this event are $7 each. Come and support these athletes as they make their dreams come true!

National Team members are: Isabella Layer, Alessandra Layer, Olivia Allen, Amanda Pflieger, Morgan Thompson, Alyssa Fisher, Kalle Hewitt, Alyssa Greene, Camilla Greene, Samantha Brantigan, Anna Martindale, Sydney Hedge, Abby Moller and Marissa Verro.

Celebrate Global Running Day with the Stryders The Saratoga Stryders welcome the community to join with several local, active-minded businesses and organizations to celebrate Global Running Day Wednesday, June 1, during the club’s weekly Wednesday Night Run at the Saratoga Spa State Park.

Global Running Day allows runners the opportunity to reaffirm their commitment to running and provides a perfect occasion to make a life-changing pledge by taking part in running, alone or in the company of other runners.

The Stryders welcome the public to come out for a mini running expo before and after an organized workout designed by Coach John Couch for all levels, ages and abilities. The mini expo starts at 5:30 p.m. in the vicinity of Spa Little Theatre with the workout getting underway promptly at 6 p.m.

Joining the Stryders for the mini running expo are: • iRun Local and a representative from Skechers to provide demo running shoes • 9 Miles East • FC4 Inc. – Firecracker 4 and Silks and Satins 5k • Malta 5k • Jailhouse Rock 5k • Saratoga Essential Oils • Team RWB • Ragnar Relays • Toga Nola For more information, contact Saratoga Stryders President Tom Law at president@

Puzzle solutions from pg. 32 Send your sports stories or briefs to Arthur Gonick, Sports Editor at arthur@saratoga publishing.com

saratogastryders.org or by phone at 859-396-9407.

Saratoga Springs Recreation Department 2016 Fall Soccer Registration Begins June 6 Follow your goals with the Saratoga Springs Recreation Department’s 2016 Fall Soccer program!

This program is open to children grades Pre K-12 and will run September10-October 29, 2016.

Players will be separated by grade and exposed to skill development based on age and skill level.

Register before August 15 in order to receive the Early Bird Discount.

Two volunteer coaches per team are needed at all levels.

Registration fee is waived for the child of each coach who registers by August 15. Sign up at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center at 15 Vanderbilt Avenue.

For additional information or to download forms go to www.

SaratogaRec.com. Questions?

Contact us at 518-587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratoga-springs.org.

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 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: (518)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 518-5873550 x2300 or visit www.

SaratogaRec.com.

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Week of May 27– June 2, 2016

PTA Hits A Home Run! Inaugural HR Derby is a Smash at West Side Rec SARATOGA SPRINGS — Future sluggers, fireballers and fielders, from grades K-5, took center stage at the Saratoga Springs PTA’s Inaugural Home Run Derby on Thursday, May 19. In addition to the Derby, the event had plenty for everyone, including an official radar gun (operated by an official officer, who knew what he was doing), playby-play from future pro announcer (we kid you not) Jake Alexander and his sidekick Parker, as well as games, prizes, food, a bounce house and

music.

Congratulations to these Ruthian division winners: Matthew Salway (majors), Sam Chaucer (minors) and Daniel Brynczka for tee-ball. But the big, big winner was education: Division Street PTA President Jennifer Alexander reported that the event raised well over $1,000 in its first crack at bat, and will go towards a teacher grant. A great time was had by all – congratulations, everyone!

Photos by Francesco D’Amico

L to R: Karen Duthaler, Alison Gilcreast, Jen Alexander, Monica Isenovski

“Back, Back Back –Gone!” – Extraordinary play-by-play and Derby color from Jake Alexander and Parker!

Daniel shows how it’s done!

(Top and Bottom) Trust us – if you want to build a team of sluggers, don’t look past the Goodman lefty girls!

Lilah, moms Meg Parobeck and Shawna Tousignant, and Jacob

Volume 11 • Issue 21

PTA Home Run Derby! See page 39. Photo by Francesco D’Amico

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Community Sports Bulletin. See Page 38. Photo by MarkBolles.com

Victory Lap Whether it’s leaping over hurdles, vaulting over the high bar – or over the net – Saratoga High Schools Men’s Tennis and Track & Field teams have had the look of eagles all spring… Their hard work (and doing it right) has paid off big time – and we pay homage to both on page 36.

Photo by Francesco D’Amico