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Lose 200 Jobs or Gain 1k?

1,200 Spot Parking Garage in Play Downtown

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

Congress Park Centre, which houses the local offices of the Ayco company.

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Faced with the possibility of losing a downtown business and the 200 people it employs, the City Council proactively adopted a resolution that aims to preserve those existing jobs as well as add approximately 800 more, and may result in the development of a multi-level parking structure that could house up to 1,250 vehicles.

Ayco, a financial services company, whose local offices are housed in approximately 90,000 square feet of space at the Congress Park Centre, is seeking to consolidate operations. The

move could result in the company leaving Saratoga Springs and setting up shop elsewhere.

Conversely, the location selected for consolidation will see an influx of new employees.

“The stakes are this: we can lose 200 jobs, or gain 1,000,” said Carrie Woerner, who represents the 113th Assembly District.

“This is a transformational opportunity for the city.”

City Finance Commissioner Michele Madigan this week introduced a non-binding resolution offering the the City Council’s assistance to investigate the options of constructing See Lose pg. 14

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Vote Tuesday September 13 See pg. 12-13

Yaddo’s ‘Ghost in the Garden Party’ September 18

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See Katrina pg. 27

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Man on the Street “Where do the ducks in Congress Park go during the winter?”

They winter in Florida is what I assume. – Ben Hollis and Elena, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

They go to Tampa because that’s where I live. – Saratoga Springs High School graduate, now living in Tampa, Florida

I think they go south, and west. South-west. – Sydney Pan, Albany

Around the Chesapeake Bay, the Potomac, in the area. – Greg Weaver, Hadley

They go south. – Mary Knapik, Gloversville.

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Two Photographers to Exhibit Rarely Seen 9/11 Images at Saratoga Springs Remembrance Ceremony Sunday

Ground Zero in the days following the terrorist attacks.

Photo by Alex Contreras.

Trade Center towers were being

by Thomas Dimopoulos built, anchoring the island’s Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — On that blue-sky morning in September 2001, Alex Contreras was in New York City to bury his dad.

“I went to the church and I went to the funeral. On September 11, the city was in chaos. It was bizarre,” recalls Contreras, who grew up in Washington Heights on the north end of Manhattan as the twin towers of the World

southern end.

“I remember going there on a class trip when I was a kid, standing in front of those buildings and thinking: that’s impossible. They looked like they reached up into the sky,” he said.

An amateur photographer with skills as a firefighter and experience in construction, Contreras was filled with angst as he watched the smoke rising above downtown

Fifth Avenue, with the World Trade Center in the distance, shortly before the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. Photo

by Lawrence White.

Manhattan on Sept. 11. “I had to do something,” he said. At midnight, he made his way to Ground Zero, donned gear he borrowed from members of the New York Fire Department and went to work.

“I stayed there for the next five days,” Contreras said. “I didn’t want to leave. I went there to help search for people who were alive – but, that didn’t happen. When I walked away after five days, I had a feeling of failure.”

During a visit to a nearby drug store to buy saline solution to clean his contact lenses, Contreras purchased a disposable camera. He said taking pictures initially seemed a grotesque thing to do, but a conversation with his teenage son, who was back home in Florida, convinced him otherwise. “He said, ‘Dad, the whole world is watching you guys.’ I felt we were their only hope.”

Contreras returned to Ground Zero and captured 37 images over a five-day period immediately following the attack. Approximately half those images will be displayed for the first time in New York on Sunday at the Saratoga Springs 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony.

Renowned locally based photographer Lawrence White, who operated a gallery in lower Manhattan in 2001, will showcase a series of his images taken on Sept. 11 at the ceremony as well.

“I’ll have images before and during the attacks and Alex has Ground Zero itself, so it will go full cycle, as the sculpture does,” White said.

The sculpture, which represents a creative metamorphosis and the healing power of art to transcend grief and sorrow was crafted from five pieces of World Trade Center steel by artists John Van Alstine and Noah Savett. One beam is from the south tower and four pieces are from the north tower, including a core beam that stood on the 108th floor. The sculpture stands about 25 feet tall, weighs 14 tons and was permanently sited after much public debate - at High Rock Park in 2012.

Fifteen years after the attack, the memories of that blue-sky morning in September 2011 continue to haunt. “You know how they say: That which doesn’t kill you makes you stronger? No. That

which doesn’t kill you scars you for life,” White said. “You’re affected.”

“There was a constant siren in your head; like having an accident and afterwards your horn just keeps sounding, on and on and on,” said Contreras, recalling his five days at Ground Zero. “It still is emotional.

Even right now I’m ready to break down and cry. But, I didn’t realize how important those pictures would be. They became a big part of my healing.”

The Saratoga Springs Remembrance Ceremony will be staged at the 9/11 memorial in High Rock Park, beginning at 8:35 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 11. Local musician Rick Bolton will perform the national anthem, Rabbi Jonathan Rubenstein will deliver the invocation, and retired Army Col. Don Britten will be the keynote speaker. Alex Contreras and Lawrence White both plan to attend the ceremony. A brief discussion will be help following the event.

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Nelson Avenue Extension Bridge to Remain Open SARATOGA COUNTY — New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Matthew J. Driscoll announced Wednesday, September 7, that the Department will no longer consider removing the Nelson Avenue Extension bridges over

Interstate 87, the Adirondack Northway, in Saratoga County.

Plans for replacing two other bridges included in the project – Crescent Avenue bridge over the Northway in Saratoga Springs and the East High Street bridge over the

Local Woman Found Dead SARATOGA SPRINGS — Early Tuesday morning, September 6, the Saratoga Springs Police Department received a call reporting a woman asleep on a stoop on Phila Street.

The responding officer found Kirsten Najdek, 28, deceased.

No foul play is suspected, and the autopsy is reserving cause of death pending the toxicology report, which can take a few months according to Lieutenant Robert Jillson.

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Najdek grew up in Saratoga Springs and was a local bartender. She leaves behind one daughter and many friends and family. Her Facebook page is filled with loving tributes, including, “I have not accepted that such a beautiful person has been taken long before her time,” and “My heart is so very very heavy today…You have brought so much happiness and joy into my life from the moment I met you.”

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In recent weeks, NYSDOT staff had numerous discussions with local and state elected officials, emergency response agency personnel and area residents regarding the Department’s initial proposal to remove the Nelson Avenue Extension bridge. Public consensus called for keeping the bridge open to traffic.

“I am very pleased to hear that the New York State Department of Transportation has decided to keep the Nelson Avenue Extension Bridge open,” said Carrie Woerner, NYS Assembly Member.

“Infrastructure like this not only helps to support the economic activity of our region by connecting small businesses, farmers, and community members, but also plays a major role in sustaining tourism and supporting

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open following the outpouring of concerns from local officials and residents,” said Saratoga Springs Commissioner of Public Works, Skip Scirocco. “The bridge serves an important purpose for city residents and our neighbors in the town of Malta as a connector to emergency services and the economies of our two communities. I give credit to the State DOT for making the right call by keeping it open.”

Previously, Commissioner Scirocco proposed a resolution that implored the NYS DOT to keep the bridge open, at a Saratoga Springs City Council meeting on August 16. The resolution was supported by the City Council unanimously.

NYSDOT plans to hold a public meeting this fall regarding the proposed 2018 replacement of the Crescent Avenue and East High Street bridges over the Northway.

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“On behalf of the City of Saratoga Springs, I could not be more pleased that The NYS Department of Transportation (DOT) has decided that the Nelson Avenue Extension Bridge will remain open,” said Joanne Yepsen, Mayor of Saratoga Springs. “We want to thank Governor Andrew Cuomo and NYS DOT Commissioner Matthew Driscoll for taking our concerns seriously and reversing their decision to close the bridge. Concerned residents worked closely with my staff and me to convey to Sam Zhou, Region 1 Director of NYS DOT, the environmental and economic benefits of the bridge to our community.”

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COURT: William M. Mulligan, 26, of Waterford was sentenced on Sept. 1 to serve two years in prison and five years post-release supervision after pleading to felony criminal possession of a weapon, and two years in prison and 18 months post-release supervision after pleading guilty to felony criminal possession of a controlled substance. Sentences are to run concurrently.

Antonio E. Barrone a/k/a Mario J. Stacchini a/k/a Antonia E. Barrone, 47, of Albany, pled on Sept.

1 to two felony counts of driving while intoxicated, three counts of aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, the misdemeanors criminal impersonation and unlawful fleeing a police officer, and unlawful possession of marijuana, a violation.

Sentencing scheduled for Dec. 12.

Man V. Nguyen, 50, of Del Valle, Texas, was sentenced on Sept. 1 to serve 30 days in jail and five years probation after pleading to felony vehicular assault regarding an incident that occurred Aug. 2, 2015 in Clifton Park.

Joshua L. Gilboy, 36, of Ballston Spa, pled on Sept.

1 to felony attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance. Sentencing is scheduled to take place Oct. 27.

Jonathan T. Feller, 31, of Victory Mills, pled on Aug. 31 to felony criminal contempt. Sentencing is scheduled to take place Oct. 26.

Patricia A. Linen, 56. Of Troy, pled on Aug. 31 to felony attempted burglary.

Sentencing is scheduled to take place Oct. 26.

John R. Wilson, 43, of Saratoga Springs, was sentenced on Aug. 31 to five years probation after pleading to felony driving while intoxicated.

Raymond M. Glowinski, 47, of Fort Edward, was sentenced on Aug. 30 to serve two-to-six years in prison after pleading to felony promoting a sexual performance by a child.

Eric D. Loya, 34, of Mechanicville, pled on Aug. 30 to felony welfare fraud. Sentencing is scheduled to take place Oct. 19.

Marc A. Abendschein, 53, of Halfmoon, pled on Aug. 30 to felony attempted burglary. Sentencing is scheduled to take place Oct. 18.

ARRESTS: Zachary M. Nichols, age 29, of Schuylerville, was charged on Aug. 31 with aggravated unlicensed operation third degree, a misdemeanor, and a vehicle equipment (mufflers/exhaust system) violation.

Chad M. Orourke-Brown, age 26, of Saratoga Springs, was charged on Aug. 31 with criminal tampering in the third degree, a misdemeanor.

Joseph T. Puglese, age 26, of Corinth, was charged on Aug. 31 with petit larceny, and criminal tampering in the third degree, both misdemeanors.

Diesha Jones, 25, of Albany, was sentenced on Aug. 31 to serve two to six years in prison, after pleading to felony grand larceny.

Gary C. Garafalo, age 25, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested on a warrant on Aug. 31 and charged with assault in the third degree//intent physical injury, a misdemeanor.

John T. Perry, 55, of Malta, pled on Aug. 31 to felony attempted menacing of a police officer.

Sentencing is scheduled to take place Oct. 26.

Frank P. Mickenzi, age 50, of Saratoga Springs, was charged on Aug. 30 with issuing a bad check/ knowing no funds, a misdemeanor.

BLOTTER 5 Carter M Russo, age 19, of Porters Corners, was arrested on a warrant and charged on Aug. 30 with petit larceny, a misdemeanor.

charged on Aug. 30 with operating a motor vehicle by an unlicensed driver, an equipment violation, and unlawful possession of marijuana.

David Esparza-Guadalupe, age 21, of Belmont, was charged on Aug. 30 with failing to keep right, failing to signal a turn, operating a motor vehicle by an unlicensed driver, and the misdemeanors driving while intoxicated, driving with bac more than .08 of 1 percent, and aggravated driving while intoxicated.

Celso J Villa, age 35, of Elmont, was charged on Aug. 30 with two counts of failure to keep right, single counts of driving too slow, refusing a pre-screen test, operating an unregistered motor vehicle on highway, and one misdemeanor count driving while intoxicated.

Tannie Permission, age 31, of Hollywood, Florida, was

Daniel J. Joubert, 28, of Clifton Park, was arrested on Aug. 29 and charged

with driving while intoxicated, aggravated DWI, aggravated unlicensed operation in the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree, consumption of alcohol in a motor vehicle, and parking on the highway. Joubert has a prior conviction for driving while intoxicated, along with a revoked driver’s license from a prior driving while intoxicated offense, according to authorities. He was released and is scheduled to appear in Halfmoon Town Court on Sept. 8.

6 Bertha Hatlee Smith SARATOGA SPRINGS — Bertha Hatlee Smith, 84, passed peacefully on Wednesday, August 31, 2016, while residing at Gateway House of Peace. Bert put up quite a fight against cancer.

Funeral services will be held at the Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Ave, Friday, September 9, 2016 at 5 p.m., followed by a gathering of friends and family to celebrate Bert's life. Burial will be in the family plot at St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave. at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

It was Bert's wish to have a single yellow rose so, in lieu of flowers a memorial contribution may be made to Community Hospice, 179 Lawrence, Street Saratoga Springs NY 12866, or Gateway House of Peace, 479 Rowland Street, Ballston Spa NY 12020.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

Dawn Elizabeth (Greenwalt) Teal SARATOGA SPRINGS — Dawn Elizabeth (Greenwalt) Teal, 67 entered into eternal rest Sunday, August 28, 2016 at Saratoga Hospital after a long illness, but courageous battle with her family by her side.

Dawn was born in Glens Falls. She was the daughter of Ida Mae Winslow of Schuylerville and the late Hector Rudy Greenwalt of Schuylerville. She was also predeceased by her husband Robert Teal in 2011.

Dawn’s life will be celebrated from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday September 10, 2016 at the Gurtler Brothers VFW Post 420, 190 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

Elizabeth Ann (Lewis) Meers SARATOGA SPRINGS — Elizabeth Ann (Lewis) Meers, a lifelong resident of the area, passed away Thursday, September 1, 2016 following a long illness.

Born May 24, 1936 in Rock City Falls, she was the daughter of the late Alice (Reed) Lewis.

Relatives and friends gathered in her name on Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at the William J. Burke and Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway in Saratoga Springs.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Wednesday, September 7 in the historic Church of St. Peter, 241 Broadway

OBITUARIES in Saratoga Springs by the Rev. Thomas H. Chevalier, pastor.

Burial followed in St. Peter’s Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made in Elizabeth’s name to The Lupus Foundation of America.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

Mary Ann Norton SARATOGA SPRINGS — Mary Ann Norton, a resident of Prestwick Chase and, most recently, the Home of the Good Shepherd in Saratoga Springs, passed away at Saratoga Hospital on September 4, 2016, surrounded by her family. She was 83 years old.

Born on December 3, 1932, in Rockaway Beach, NY, she was the daughter of the late Rosario Paul Loiello and Mary Agnes Butler Loiello.

Calling hours for family and friends will be on Friday, September 9 at the Tunison Funeral Home, 105 Lake Avenue in Saratoga Springs from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be on Saturday at noon at St. Joseph's Church, Route 9N in Greenfield Center. Burial will be on Monday, September 12 at the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville at 10:30 a.m.

Memorial donations can be made in Mary Ann's name to the Rubin Dialysis Center, 55 Myrtle St. in Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866.

Online remembrances can be made at www.tunisonfuneralhome.com.

Stella Levy Mintzer SARATOGA SPRINGS — Stella Levy Mintzer, age 88, passed away on September 5, 2016 surrounded by her family. She was born in Brooklyn on September 18, 1927.

Memorial services were held at Congregation Shaara Tfille, 84 Weibel Ave., Saratoga Springs on Wednesday, September 7, 2016. Following the service, a meal of comfort was shared for all who wish to remember Stella.

The traditional Shiva Service will be at the family home, 25 MacArthur Dr., Saratoga Springs at 7:30 p.m. the following dates: September 11, 12, and 13.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Congregation Shaara Tfille, 84 Weibel Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

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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John J. Derby SARATOGA SPRINGS — John J. Derby, age 83, passed away on Friday, September 2, 2016 at home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on June 8, 1933 in Saratoga Springs, the son of the late Robert Derby and Herme Husek.

John was a self-employed antique dealer for many years, where he found his true passion as an antiques dealer and collector of early Antiques. Over the following 60+ years, John established himself as a knowledgeable collector with a discerning eye for antiques. He had a particular love of antique paintings, furniture and Hummel’s, to name a few. He also was very proud to serve his country in the US Army.

He enjoyed spending time at the casino here in Saratoga Springs and he especially loved talking about the people and the history of Saratoga; you could ask him about anybody or any historical event of Saratoga and he would be able to tell you about them in complete detail.

John is survived by his cousins, William Hotaling (Gladys), James Hotaling (Mary), Phyllis Dunsay, and Carol Wise.

A graveside service in honor of John will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, September 12, 2016 at Maplewood Cemetery, the corner of Weibel Ave. and Louden Road in Saratoga Springs.

There will be a gathering for family and friends at Gaffney’s, 16 Caroline St. in Saratoga Springs immediately after the service for drinks and further fellowship in celebration of John.

If you wish to express your online condolences or view the Obituary, please visit our website at www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

Patrick J. Reardon MILTON — Patrick J. Reardon died peacefully at his home on Monday, September 5, 2016. He was 75.

Born November 25, 1940, he was the son of the late Joseph and Marguerite Tethers Reardon. Pat graduated from St. Peter’s Academy in Saratoga Springs in 1958. He enlisted in the United States Navy, serving on the U.S.S. Caloosahatchee. Pat then worked as a lab technician at the Hudson Pulp and Paper Company from 1962-1974.

He later joined the U.S. Postal Service in 1974 as a letter carrier, and retired in 1992. Pat then worked as a court attendant for the Saratoga County Family Court System, retiring in 2011.

Pat is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Caroline R. Brice Reardon; their three children, Kelly Kvasnack of

Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016 Schenectady, Joseph Reardon (Eileen) of Ballston Spa, Michael Reardon of Ballston Spa and five grandchildren, Kristopher Kvasnack of Saratoga, Shaun Reardon of Washington D.C., Emma Reardon of Ballston Spa, and Kyle and Nichole Reardon of Schuylerville. He was predeceased by his brother John Reardon.

Graveside services with military honors will be held on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at 11 a.m. at the family plot in St. Peter’s Cemetery, on West Avenue in Saratoga Springs. A reception will be held at the home of Joe and Eileen Reardon after the burial.

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

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Pat’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to Community Emergency Corporation, 78 Thompson St, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

Peter Frank Lahm GANSEVOORT — Peter Frank Lahm, age 62, a passed away Friday, September 2, 2016 at Mary’s Haven in Saratoga Springs.

Relatives and friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, September 10, 2016 at the William J. Burke and Sons/ Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway in Saratoga Springs. A funeral home service will follow at 4 p.m. and burial will be at the convenience of the family.

Donations in his memory may be made to Mary’s Haven, 35 New St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, where he spent his final weeks of life.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

Kerry Flynn SARATOGA SPRINGS — Kerry Flynn, age 54, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September, 6, 2016, at Saratoga Hospital with her loving family and beloved friends at her side.

She was born on June 26, 1962, in the Bronx, the daughter of Hugh and Kathleen Hickey Flynn.

She grew up in Greenville, graduating from Greenville High School, class of 1980. She married Robert Motala in February 1996.

Kerry was a project and business leader at MVP Health Care, CDPHP and Blue Shield of NY for over 25 years where she was admired and loved. She was very kind and giving; her sense of humor was unmatched and was always accompanied by a contagious laugh.

She brought joy and the power of positivity and optimism to everyone she touched, but most of all she loved life and everyone and everything about it. Her incredible “village” of supporters filled with all kinds of raving fans are a testament to her amazing life.

Kerry loved family and friends and most enjoyed spending time with them whether it be at the ocean, the lake or on land. She loved music and attending concerts. She loved to laugh and dance. Music moved her soul and her entire body wasn’t far behind. If an oldie was on the radio, she was moving to it. She loved the sun, sunsets, boating, cruises and especially loved New Orleans and the friends she spent time there with. The universe was a much better place with

OBITUARIES 7 Kerry around.

Kerry is survived by her mother, Kathleen Hickey Flynn; daughters, Bailey Motala and Julienne Flynn; husband, Robert Motala; beloved friend, David St Peter and family; brother, James Flynn; sister-in-law, Jill Brewer (Brian) and niece, Rebecca Cook.

She was preceded in death by her father, Hugh Flynn and sister, Kathleen Flynn.

A celebration of life will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday September 10, 2016, at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave. (Rte. 9 and/or Marion Ave) where friends and family may call from 2 to 3:45 p.m. prior to the service.

If you wish to express your online condolences or view the Obituary, please visit our website at www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

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Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016

Pirates and landlubbers Alike in the Swim at Hudson Crossing Park’s Cardboard Boat Races

SARATOGA SPRINGS— On Monday, August 29, there was a check presentation for funds raised at the City Tavern/ Kings golf tournament earlier this summer. On hand for the festivities: Chris Mac - Saratoga City Tavern; Brian Austin - Veteran Liaison Saratoga WarHorse; Bob Nevins - Founder Saratoga WarHorse, Max Oswald – Saratoga Brewery, Pat and Adam Fitch – owners Saratoga City Tavern and Kings Tavern, Kate Brennan, Larry Nichols, Kevin Cory DeCrescente Distributing. Thanks to MacKenzie Liptak of DeCrescente for the snap.

SCHUYLERVILLE – There’s something indefinable about navigating the nuances and currents of the Hudson in a modified, human-scale Q-Tip box that just gets BUZZes attention. Such an occurrence happened on Saturday, August 20, at Fort Hardy Park in Schuylerville. Yes, it was the 12th Annual Hudson Crossing Park Cardboard Boat Races – this year’s theme was “Pirates on the Hudson.” Ahoy there mateys!

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Diplomatic Greetings From the Nutmeg State!

SARATOGA SPRINGS – While PULSE editor Arthur was doing intake for his thoughts on Zac Brown’s Show at SPAC on Saturday, September 3 (see page 29), BUZZ went around on the lawn in search of refreshment, and his own story… lo and behold, near the Hall of Springs, he met and extended greetings to a delegation from the East Celebrity Elite Cheer parents, from Hartford, CT. Meet Carolynne Deloreto, Stephanie Croughwell, Jackie Balzano, Todd Washburn and Linda Ellex. They apparently were invited by Live Nation, which found themselves short due to college migration exoduses towards the end of August. The Constitution State contingent was more than happy make the journey to raise funds via tips for their kids’ cheer team… Bravo! And the most pleased appeared to be Todd, who shared that “it was a wonderful evening in a beautiful facility. Being at SPAC brought back great memories from my last visit in the mid 90's.” Don’t wait so long to come back again, guys!

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SARATOGA SPRINGS – Well, what can you say beyond that Samurai must love Congress Park! Photo by Francesco D’Amico on Tuesday, August 23.

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Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016

Voter Guide to Primary Elections The following is provided courtesy of The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County.

For more information, visit: www.lwvsaratoga.org.

NY Assembly District 113

New district: Includes Saratoga County: Towns of Moreau, Wilton, Northumberland, Malta, Saratoga, and Stillwater, and the Cities of Saratoga Springs and Mechanicville. Washington County: Towns of Kingsbury, Hartford, Fort Edward, Argyle, Greenwich, Salem, Jackson and Easton.

What steps would you propose to maintain the state’s transportation infrastructure?

Christopher Boyark: Support additional CHIPS funding be included in the State Budget and work with the DOT, County and local highway departments to see in what way we could cost effectively develop maintenance plans to take care of infrastructure and with a plan in place it would cost less in the long run. Would work to secure funding to begin much needed repairs to old infrastructure and help communities in upstate get their fair share of funding to pay for much needed infrastructure, and with these improvements it would also encourage economic development in some communities who are burdened with such high taxes.

Gerard Moser: All budget lines should be maintained in separate, regional accounts, which could be then accessed based on the needs of that region. The account balances would roll over from year to year, putting an end to the mentality of "use it or lose it," and create a surplus fund from which regions could draw in times of greater need.

Then create a comprehensive maintenance and reconstruction plan, with embedded planning, saving and budgeting to mirror what happens in homes across the district every day. Using the general fund as a giant slush fund has allowed for the transfer of funds away from their intended use.

What further changes, if any, to campaign finance regulation and enforcement in New York State do you propose? Please explain.

Christopher Boyark: What legislation that should really should be considered is term limits and limits for those in leadership roles.

Gerard Moser: Caps need to be set on election spending, similar to the cap set on donors. Limiting the amount of money spent can open opportunities for wider, local representation, One of the largest challenges for most people getting into politics is the money needed to run for office. For example for an Assembly position a cap of $10,000.00 for a primary, and an additional $30,000.00 for the general election would even the playing field. This practice would also limit giant PACs from disproportionate influence on a candidate: Candidates represent districts, not special interests.

Gerard Moser (Rep) Small Business Owner

Campaign Phone (518) 260-5038 Education AS Business Administration BS Business Management Experience and Qualifications In the private sector, I managed multi- million dollar contracts, and worked within the public sector as an advisor to the New York State Department of Health to develop a plan of improvement for state run nursing and long term care facilities.

I trained with Homeland Security for response in the event of terrorist attacks on the food supply Campaign Web Site http://www.moserforassembly.com Campaign Email gerard@moserforassembly.com Campaign Mailing Address 14 Hearthstone Dr. Wilton, NY 12831 Party Endorsements N/A Party Affiliation Republican

Christopher Boyark (Rep) Small Business Owner and Manager

Campaign Phone (518) 588-2001 Education Stillwater High School BA business management American military university Experience and Qualifications BA business management American military university USAF veteran served in Kuwait combat operation Southern Watch. Small Business owner Longtime manager for Hannoush Key Endorsements Saratoga and Washington County Republican Party, Conservative Party and the NYS Reform Party. New York State Rifle and Pistol Association (NYSRPA) Campaign Web Site http://boyarkfornysassembly.com/ Campaign Email chrisboyark4nysassembly@gmail.com Campaign Mailing Address 204 2nd Avenue, Mechanicville, NY 12118 Party Endorsements Saratoga and Washington County Republican Party, Conservative Party and the NYS Reform Party.

Party Affiliation Republican

Would you support a Constitutional Convention in 2017? Please explain.

Christopher Boyark: Support: Candidate has not yet responded.

Gerard Moser: Strongly support. I do support a constitutional convention. I believe that all voters deserve the right to decide how our government is run, and must have accurate and clear information to make informed decisions about areas for change. I would like to see provisions added to address issues related to ethical conduct of elected officials. Reforms and restrictions regarding accounting and budgeting of public monies would move towards ensuring funds are directed to intended use. We can use this to also change how much money can be spent on an election. New York State's economic and demographic diversity makes the state strong, but it can also create confusion with respect to legislation on a state level. For example, the delegate process should be reviewed to allow for equal number of delegates on a regional basis. Our forefathers intended for our government to be weighted equally across the entire state, not disproportionately controlled by one concentrated area.

What would be your top 3 priorities?

Christopher Boyark: Fight for the full repeal of the NYS Safe Ac,t Ensure more Infrastructure and Agriculture funding for Upstate, Fight against additional unfunded mandates.

Gerard Moser: Ethics reform: As community leaders, elected officials must act with integrity. Furthermore, the processes by which town and county committees nominate candidates should be transparent and clear to voters. Job creation: Incentivized, sustainable opportunities for job creation for all organizations regardless of size. I would like to create a program where we offer tax credits to employers as they increase employees. The employer would receive the credit for 3 years, losing a third every year after the first. They would also be required to maintain the staffing level for five years. Unfunded Mandates often force costs onto communities for initiatives that either might be unnecessary, or bring unintended, disproportionately negative consequences. For example, unfunded education mandates often force school districts to either cut services or raise taxes. In the second scenario, elderly and fixed-income residents carry the burden of increasing costs without increase in household income.

Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016

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NY Assembly District 112 Includes Saratoga County: Towns of Providence, Greenfield, Galway, Milton, Charlton, Ballston, Clifton Park, and Halfmoon. Schenectady County: Town of Glenville.

What would be your top 3 priorities?

James Fischer: 1) Robust Ethics reform to include true pension forfeiture, Legislative Leadership term limits of 4 years, 12 year term limits on Assembly and Senate Members, and legislative reforms that would empower rank and file members, such as the ‘Spirit of ‘76 Bill’ that would mandate that a bill come to the floor for a vote if it has half of Assembly members signed on as endorsers. 2) Tax and spending reductions, including mandate relief, and Medicaid and Welfare Reform. NYS residents are saddled with the highest state and local tax burden in the country and we will continue to lose businesses and residents until this is remedied. 3) Infrastructure repair investments. We must provide the means for local municipalities to bring their water and sewer systems up to date in order to provide safe, reliable drinking water, and entice business investments, which lead to job growth and an improved tax base.

Mary Beth Walsh: My top three priorities are (1) Ethics Reform; (2) Fight for lower property taxes and good paying, local jobs; and (3) the repeal of Common Core.

(1) Ethics Reform. I specifically support A.4617, the “Public Officers Accountability Act” to hold lawmakers more accountable and foster greater transparency by implementing term limits for legislative leaders and committee chairs. This was introduced by the Assembly Republican Conference. In 2015 and 2016, the Assembly Republicans proposed a number of Assembly Rules Reforms to promote transparency and accountability in the Assembly, which were rejected by the majority, including limitations on the use of “messages of necessity” and reforms designed to allow bills proposed by the minority to get out of committee.

(2) Lower Property Taxes and promote good paying local jobs. Protect the STAR exemption. Reduce barriers, unfunded mandates, red tape.

(3) Common Core. Repeal Common Core and return control to our schools.

What steps would you propose to maintain the state’s transportation infrastructure?

James Fischer: Candidate has not yet responded.

Mary Beth Walsh: A safe, adequate public transportation system is needed everywhere in New York State, including in rural areas. The 112th Assembly District includes densely populated suburban areas as well as rural areas. The CHIPS program for road improvement, as well as the 4-year PAVE-NY program (which will provide an additional $400 million for local roads) are both excellent programs. I also support the development of a program similar to the CHIPS program, using a similar non-partisan formula, to be used for sewer and water infrastructure improvement.

As a former board member of the Saratoga County Water Authority, a current member of the Saratoga County IDA, and a former town elected official, I have seen first-hand how important good clean water, good roads, and sewer infrastructure are, to our residents, and to our businesses.

James Fischer (Rep) Self-Employed

Campaign Phone (518) 365-0405 Education B.A., 1983, SUNY College at Cortland, Economics Major, American History Minor Experience and Qualifications 26 year small business owner, Town of Ballston Planning Board member, 2014 NY20 Congressional candidate Key Endorsements National Federation of Independent Business Campaign Web Site http://www.fischerforassembly.com Campaign Email fischerforassembly@gmail.com Campaign Mailing Address P.O. Box 2516 Glenville, NY 12325 Party Affiliation Republican

Mary Beth Walsh (Rep) Attorney

Campaign Phone (518) 421-8299 Education B.A. Political Science, University of Rochester (1987); J.D. Albany Law School of Union University (1990) Experience and Qualifications Small business owner; attorney for 25 years; 8 yrs. as Ballston Town Councilwoman Key Endorsements Endorsed Republican candidate; Also endorsed

by Conservative Party, Independence Party, Reform Party; Endorsed

by Assemblyman Jim Tedisco, Senator Kathy Marchione, Senator Hugh Farley, Assemblyman Steve McLaughlin, Town of Ballston GOP, NY Public Employees Federation, and NY Rifle & Pistol Association Campaign Web Site http://MaryBethWalsh2016.com Campaign Email MaryBethWalsh2016@gmail.com Campaign Mailing Address 251 Scotch Bush Rd., Burnt Hills, NY 12027 Party Endorsements Republican, Independence, Conservative, Reform Party Affiliation Republican

What further changes, if any, to campaign finance regulation and enforcement in New York State do you propose? Please explain.

James Fischer: Strengthening transparency is the key. Voters have the ability now to see who is donating to the campaigns of elected officials and candidates. Anything to make it easier for them to get this information would be advantageous.

Mary Beth Walsh: I support the “Public Officers Accountability Act” (A.4617) which would prohibit the use of campaign funds for any personal use, including criminal attorney or legal fees, and which would require the forfeiture of unspent campaign contributions from elected officials convicted of a felony related to his or her official duties.

Additionally, I support measures which prohibit “pay to play” i.e. prohibiting campaign contributions, referral fees, and other payments to public officials and candidates from lobbyists, contractors, public employees, and others who could benefit financially from requested legislation or other action by such public officials or candidates, and measures which limit the “bundling” of donations and require detailed reporting for local or state elections

Would you support a Constitutional Convention in 2017? Please explain.

James Fischer: Oppose. I am of the opinion that we can solve the problems we have without the need for a Con Con. If we enact some of the Ethics reform measures I mentioned above, we will be on the road to better government in NYS. Mary Beth Walsh: Support. I support the people’s right to choose whether a Constitutional Convention is needed. The People have not voted for a Constitutional Convention in 40 or 50 years. People feel cut off from and angry with their government and elected representatives, and I would not deny them the ability to choose. If a Constitutional Convention has the support of the People, then I will support any measures to ensure that it is a true Constitutional Convention. This would include ensuring that delegates to the Convention are truly representative and that the convention will meet the same standards of openness as other important governmental processes. I support A.4674, the “People’s Convention Reform Act,” which contains a more specific list of safeguards.

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Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016

Lose 200 Jobs or Gain 1k?

1200 Spot Parking Garage in Play Downtown Continued from front page.

and maintaining a shared parking structure at Congress Park Centre. The City Council unanimously approved the resolution.

“It’s a significant economic development,” Madigan said.

“Saratoga Springs, I believe, is one of the areas they are considering. We want to help put forward the best possible proposal to have them consolidate their offices in Saratoga Springs.”

While the specific details regarding the city’s financial investment in such a public-private partnership will need to be explored further, the location has already been approved to site a parking garage that holds up to 1,250 vehicles, as well as new construction that could significantly increase available office space.

The plan was approved more than a decade ago as part of a Planned Unit Development, and doesn’t expire until 2020.

“This is probably the next quadrant of the city that could benefit from a good public parking model,” Madigan said.

Ayco currently operates in 90,000 square feet of space in Congress Park Centre, said the building’s owner, David Brause, and the PUD comfortably allows

an increase to 250,000 square feet to accommodate new Ayco employees, should the company seek to consolidate its offices in Saratoga Springs. While any relocation is expected to take several years to reach fruition, Brause said he anticipates the company may make its decision about where to relocate by the end of 2016.

“Losing those 200 jobs would be a blow, because we would end up with a building that would basically be empty. Would we be able to get other employers to relocate here? Possibly, but that’s a lot of work and it’s hard to do,” said city Public Safety Commissioner Chris Mathiesen. “Can we accommodate more people downtown? It’s a lot of people, but I think we can. I do think it’s the kind of investment that makes sense, but it would have to be paid parking.”

Saratoga County IDA Chairman Rod Sutton and Saratoga County Chamber President Todd Shimkus are in favor of the increased job base and positive economic potential an Ayco consolidation would have in Saratoga Springs, and Teddy Foster, president of the nearby Universal Preservation Hall, is in favor of much-needed parking solutions for the immediate area.

“It’s a win-win-win,” said city Mayor Joanne Yepsen. “This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity because Ayco is going to make a decision about where to consolidate and they want one campus.

We want to be sure we're doing everything to make this as attractive as possible. I think parking is a big piece of that. The property is there and the design has already been approved, essentially. We’re already one step ahead and the timing and process will be abbreviated here versus any other location.”

As a non-binding resolution, Commissioners Anthony “Skip” Scirocco and John Franck also voted to approve the resolution in the hope of exploring the details more fully, but each expressed reservations about what the financial costs would be for the city and the risk involved in building a structure for a company with no guarantee they would maintain their local footprint.

Ayco issued a statement on the matter, which reads: “Ayco continues to grow, we are constantly exploring ways to improve our client service, realize greater operational and cost efficiencies and allow our employees to better collaborate and connect.

Any decision will be considered

carefully in consultation with numerous stakeholders, including our employees and local government officials.”

In other news, the City Council by a 3-2 vote approved the Capital Budget for 2017.

The budget consists of 25 projects at a total cost of $9.017 million, of which $7.34 million will be bonded. The balance will be funded by other sources, such as grants and reserves.

The top Public Safety department project for 2017 is a $1.56 million upgrade of outdated communications infrastructure, including the correction of existing communication “dead zones” in the downtown area and at City Hall.

Other high-ticket items include the $2.27 million Saratoga Greenbelt Trial Downtown Connector - incorporating bicyclist, pedestrian and transit improvements within the primary corridor and connecting the downtown area with residential neighborhoods; a complete renovation of the Finance Office at a cost of about $750,000, and plaster repair and painting of the historic Canfield Casino at a cost of $600,000. The council is hopeful the Greenbelt Trial Downtown Connector project will be awarded a $1.5 million grant. The awarding process is anticipated to take place in November.

The City Council voted unanimously to accept a Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.

The previous plan, which Assistant City Police Chief John Catone in January said was grossly outdated, has been largely re-written during the past year.

The 220-page plan includes an additional 300 pages of accompanying documents and lists potential hazards and vulnerable areas, methods to mitigate risk and the process for dealing with a variety of situations, catastrophic and otherwise. Catone recommended future plans be reviewed annually instead of every three years, as is presently done, and that all city departments play a larger role in developing the document, which currently is solely tasked to the Public Safety Department to construct.

A summary of the major issues to be addressed in the future drafting of the city’s new Unified Development Ordinance has been publicly released. The UDO, once drafted, will replace the existing city zoning code, subdivision regulations and related development standards. The zoning diagnostic report was delivered to the City Council on Tuesday. A public meeting to discuss the recommendations will be staged 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 27 at the Saratoga Music Hall. The report may be viewed at: https://saratogaspringsudo.files.wordpress. com/2016/09/16_0829-zoning_ diagnostic_final-draft.pdf.

Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016

BALLSTON 107 Lancaster Court, $349,123.93.

Traditional Homebuilders and Development INC. sold property to Jeffrey and Barbara Beers 50 Lancaster Court, $82,000.

Traditional Builders LTD sold property to Traditional Homebuilders and Development INC. 31 Lundy Lane, $617,500. Jay and Marilyn Williams sold property to Michael and Theresa Dellanno 18 Edgewood Dr., $365,000.

Joseph and Diane McGovern sold property to Stephen and Bethany Ference 76,78,80 Lancaster Court, $246,000. Traditional Builders LTD sold property to JKM Builders LLC

GREENFIELD 3201 NYS RTE 9N, $300,000. John and Milo Czupil sold property to Robert and Michael Czupil 660 Coy Road, $180,000. Thomas Barss sold property to Michael and Stacey Isles 709 Lake Desolation Rd., $197,000.

Karen and Ronald Lair sold property to Larry Courville 525 Locust Grove Road, $278,350.

Jill Cunningham sold property to Allison Blaszky and Cameron Asay 342 Middle Grove Road, $160,000.

John and Ann Powers sold property to Thomas Merrills

MALTA 12 Featherfoil Way, $256,000.

Robert and Kristin Bissell sold property to Denise Fuoco 1167 Laural Lane, $249,900.

Stephen and Erin Johansen sold property to Vicki Savini 11 Ames Ave., $390,000. David Scripter sold property to Marvin and Donna Bjornson Lot 33 Maiden Circle, $394,530.

John Luke Development LLC sold property to Jeffrey and Kristen Hyman Lot 13 Maiden Circle, #378,818.

John Luke Development sold property to Victor and Kathleen Moya

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

1 Essex St., $279,356. Barbera Homes Malta Springs LLC sold property to Michael Malacek 52 May Apple Way, $234,900.

Mark Luciano sod property to David Sevits Lot 6 Maiden Circle, $392,772.

John Luke Development LLC sold property to Stephen and Erin Johansden 9 Saratoga Farm Road, $140,000.

HM Venture Inc. sold property to Gabor and Catherine Deutsch

NORTHUMBERLAND 28 Terrel Way, $203,900. Douglas and Margaret Watson sold property to Michael Muise Jewell Road, $50,010. Kathleen and Gary Vance sold property to Joshua Vance 7 San Luis Road, $169,000.

Anthony and Meghan Califano sold property to Michael Engel 11 Catherine Street, $55,500. Alice Durand sold property to Tanya and Lester and Gwen Eastman 41 Homestead Road, $520,000.

Sara Kilian sold property to Diana and Rocco Sperrazza

SARATOGA 130 Us Route 4, $200,000. Simply Matters LLC sold property to Benjamin and Crystal Sloane

to Jennifer and Kevin Leto

SARATOGA SPRINGS 508 Grand Ave., $255,000. Expert Inspection LLC sold property to James Edward and Justine Tedesco 213 Lake Ave., $300,000. Laura Demott and Marjorie Hamill sold property to Amy Preston 103 Vista Drive, $420,000. Richard and Lisa Sassi sold property to Sara Kilian 20 State Street, $346,000. Paul Zajaceskowski sold property to Davis and Susan Baden 5 Gick Road, $278,000. Domenic Ferrande sold property to Nucompass Mobility Service INC. 12 Greenridge Place, $342.000.

Richard and Lucia Burke sold property to Stacie Mihalek and Gaberiel Stinson 5 Gick Road, $278,000.

Nucompass Mobility Services Inc. sold property to Nash Flores and Gabriela Diaz 36 Vista Dr., $587,775. Maria Shanley sold property to Marilyn Kellner 85 White Street, $456,000, Linda Black sold property to Sorelle Brauth

62 Church St., $93,000. Louis and Petrina Flanders sold property to Emily Yolleck

25 Curt Blvd. $199,900, Thomas and Marcie Jordan sold property to Zachary and Siobhan Kalinowski

129 County Road 67, $169,500.

Richard Chadwick sold property

66 South Franklin St., $179,000,

Mark Scavone sold property to Jason and Sheila Sweeney 299 Nelson Ave. $542,100, Eliot Goodwin sold property to Mark Dallas 15 Liz Ann Drive $670,000, Neil and Carole Nielsen sold property to Fida Toubia and George Boukarim 14 Frederick Drive, $276,000, Janet Lillibridge sold property to Sean and Claire Nicolette

STILLWATER

15 Holdings INC. 446 Hudson Ave. $231,000, Matthew and Bonnie Taylor sold property to Steven Calsdara 11 Whitney Road South, $319,000, Victoria Belair sold property to Gary Cunningham and Amanda Montello

WILTON 6 Middleborough Court, $209,000, Robin Nelson and Matthew Kroot sold property to Joshua and Amy Musante

54 Van Ness Road, $327,500, Joan Trombini and William Obriskie sold property to Elliott and Bonnie Hughes

39 Tom Sawyer Drive, $275,900, Daniel and Emily O’Connor sold property to Brianna Simpson and John McNallen

3 County Route 76, $277,609.62, Michael Basile and Robert Stevens sold property to US Bank Trust

25 Saw Mill Court, $562,630, Smith Bridge LLC sold property to Ronald and Mary Kermani

17 Pine Ridge Road, $283,500, Dale Beckner sold property to Michael and Kathleen Moreland 52 Phillips Road, $128,000, Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation and Stein Wiener and Roth LLP sold property to Kathy Fields 3 Cedar Bluff, $200,000, Wallace Bryce sold property to DGD

33 Brookside Drive, $475,000, Russell and Sally Florence sold property to Patrick and Denise Rando 2 Gregs Court, $325,000, Paul and Nancy Hutzky and Amy Calabrese sold property to Amy Austin 11 Apple Tree Lane, $287,500, Richard and Lisa Radel sold property to Oswald Shortte

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BUSINESS

Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016

Bread Basket Bakery Manager Opening A New Café

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — The seeds of a new café, set to open on Weibel Avenue next month, were planted more than 20 years ago in Saratoga Springs and has given rise to a longtime tradition. Now, Bread Basket Bakery Operations Manager Matthew Tallman hopes a new business he is preparing that will launch next month continues the tradition of success.

Tallman and business partner George Kotsakis - whose expertise is in restaurant management and consulting - will open the Bread Basket Cafe at The Springs in early October.

The 1,800-square-foot eatery will seat 48 people inside, feature a mini-conference area where a party of six to eight may gather

together for meals, and include an additional 1,200-square-foot patio outdoors.

They owners say the location - far enough from the bustle of downtown and featuring plenty of parking - is ideal, and just the site for which they have waited.

“George and I have been talking about this for years. We made the decision to run with it,” said Tallman, whose mother, Joan Tallman, founded the Bread Basket Bakery out of a home kitchen in the 1980s. She moved the bakery into a storefront on Ludlow Street a quarter century ago, then relocated to an English cottage on Spring Street where fresh breads, pies, and an assortment of pastries have been served since.

“My mom started the bakery in 1990. Twelve years ago my brother and I moved home to join

Matthew Tallman, left, and George Kotsakis, right, pose in front of the site of their new business, Bread Basket Cafe at The Springs, slated to open next month. Photo by Mark Bolles.com. the business with her,” Tallman said. “My brother does the baking and I do the rest.”

The Bread Basket name will be carried forward with the new café, although it is a separate entity.

The café menu will list omelets and pancakes among the breakfast items, salads, wraps and sandwiches for the lunch and dinner crowd, as well as a full array of muffins, scones, breads, desserts and a variety of coffees.

“You’ll be able to get good food here, and your bill won’t be

more than $10 to $15,” Tallman said.

“He has the baking background, I have the European style coffee business experience and we put it all together,” said Kotsakis, whose Mediterranean background played a role in inserting menu items such as falafel, and spanakopita.

In the main entry room currently under construction, Kotsakis envisions a barrista stationed at the forefront, serving espresso and cappuccino, Turkish coffees, Greek coffees, frappe,

protein shakes, and other drinks.

“Coffee brings people together” explained Kotsakis, standing in the room framed by a chocolate ceiling, green tea walls, and orange-tinged fans. A vacant spot on a nearby wall is reserved for a classic image depicting Sophia Loren and Cary Grant drinking coffee in a cafe.

The owners plan on hiring up to six employees and will be open seven days per week. They are still finalizing the hours, but anticipate being open daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Paid Attendance tops 1 million during 2016 Saratoga Race Course meet SARATOGA SPRINGS — The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) concluded its 2016 season at Saratoga Race Course with all-sources handle of $647,322,503.

The 40-day meet included 69 stakes worth $18.725 million in purses. A total of 30 races were taken off the turf during the 2016 season, in comparison to only ten in 2015.

Total paid attendance for the 2016 Saratoga meet was 1,123,544, an increase of 5.4 percent over the 2015 season.

The 2016 season was highlighted by a number of

new initiatives, most notably the nationwide launch of NYRA Bets, the online advanced deposit wagering platform which was previously restricted to New York residents. The national expansion makes it possible for horseplayers across the country to watch and wager on races streamed in high-definition from their phone, tablet, laptop or desktop, while NYRA’s new digital platform also offers a number of technological enhancements. NYRA Bets is currently available in 24 states. Fans can sign up by

visiting NYRABets.com.

The launch of the new wagering platform was supplemented by the new NYRA Bets Lounge, which featured weekly handicapping seminars and analysis from racing professionals each Saturday in the Saratoga Pavilion, presented by Time Warner Cable News.

For less experienced horseplayers, NYRA introduced the Bets Squad to educate fans about basic wagering techniques and terminology. The program included the opportunity to schedule private sessions with Bets Squad professionals.

Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016

Adirondack Trust Company Community Fund Grant Application Deadline Nears

Over the past five years, the Community Fund has provided 78 grants in excess of $151,000 in Lend-A-Hand grants.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Adirondack Trust Company Community Fund continues to accept grant applications from eligible nonprofit charities until the submission deadline of Sept. 30. Grant information and application forms may be obtained from the Adirondack Trust Company Community Fund website at ATCCF.org/ Nonprofits.

The Adirondack Trust Company Community Fund was established in 2009 to build an endowment that acts as a perpetual source of funding for the broad array of nonprofit organizations in the community, which improve the quality of life and address issues of common concern to the area. The fund also seeks to foster a community spirit of giving by providing donors with unique and flexible ways to manage charitable donations. In 2015, the Community Fund allocated $44,600 into 23 “Lend-a-Hand” grants averaging just under $2,000 each.

These grants were awarded to local, nonprofit organizations, supporting programs in such diverse areas as veteran’s outreach, mental health services, wildlife education, homelessness prevention, youth services, and the arts.

Grant recipients will be announced by the Fund’s Independent Advisory Committee in November. The Community Fund welcomes new and past organizations to apply for grants that represent new and creative programs.

Carter Conboy Hires Former Assistant U.S. Attorney SARATOGA SPRINGS — Carter Conboy is pleased to announce that Thomas A. Capezza, former Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Northern District of New York and, most recently, General Counsel to the Division of New York State Police, has joined the firm as a Director.

Capezza has over 18 years of criminal and civil investigatory and litigation experience, including 8 years as an AUSA with the Criminal Division of the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Northern District of New York (Albany), 3 years as an AUSA with the Civil Division of the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Eastern District of Michigan (Detroit), 3 years as Enforcement Counsel with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (NYC) and 4 years as an Assistant District Attorney with the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office. He has broad experience with the investigation and litigation of matters involving health care fraud, pharmaceutical and FDA violations, financial fraud (including bank, wire, and mail fraud, and money laundering), securities and investment fraud, cross-border crimes, and violations of numerous other federal and state laws.

Carter Conboy is a Martindale-Hubbell AV® Preeminent™ peer rated

BUSINESS BRIEFS 17 full-service law firm with offices in Albany and Saratoga Springs.

32 Mile Media Announces Two Hires

decade of experience as an editor and motion designer.

He has edited and animated multiple award winning documentaries, as well as television shows that have appeared on NBC, CBS, ESPN, and FOX. Mile 32 Mile Media is a full-service video production company specializing in authentic and compelling brand storytelling. Learn more at www.32mile.com.

Maria Nadoraski Named Senior Mortgage Loan Officer at Ballston

bank’s first location in Albany County. The branch is a full service location offering commercial and personal banking services, mortgage and consumer loans as well as trust and investment services.

Established in 1838, BSNB celebrates more than 175 years of community banking. With just the right combination of personal service and high tech convenience, BSNB offers a wide range of products and services to individuals, families, municipalities, not-for-profits and businesses. Offices are located in Ballston Spa, Burnt Hills, Clifton Park, Galway, Greenfield Center, Latham, Malta, Milton, Stillwater and Wilton. BSNB’s website can be found at www.bsnb.com.

Arrow Financial Corporation Declares Stock Dividend

SARATOGA SPRINGS — 32 Mile Media, a video production agency based in Saratoga Springs, has announced the hiring of Lauren Herrington as a production manager, and Jordan Forkey as Senior Editor/Motion Designer.

Herrington has more than a decade of experience in the communications and marketing industry, including previous positions at Creative Communications Associates, Troy; the LA Group, Saratoga Springs, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy.

Forkey has more than a

Spa National Bank BALLSTON SPA — Maria Nadoraski has been named Senior Mortgage Loan Officer at Ballston Spa National Bank.

Nadoraski will be responsible for working with new and existing customers to originate residential mortgage loan products while maximizing customer relationships and enhancing the customer experience.

Nadoraski will be working out of BSNB’s Latham office which opened in August of 2015 and represented the

GLENS FALLS — Thomas J. Murphy, President and CEO, announced that a 3 percent stock dividend was declared on Aug. 31 and will be distributed on Sept. 29. Shareholders of record on Sept. 21 will receive three additional shares of Arrow Common Stock for every 100 shares owned.

They will also receive the cash equivalent of any fractional shares that they are entitled, since no partial shares will be issued. Arrow Financial Corporation (NasdaqGS® – AROW) is a multi-bank holding company headquartered in Glens Falls, serving the financial needs of northeastern New York. The Company is the parent of Glens Falls National Bank and Trust Company and Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company.

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Ready for a New Year

EDUCATION

Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016

B-Spa Schools Honors Staff and District Partners

Students arrive for the first day of a new school year at Ballston Spa High School. Photo provided.

Ballston Spa Central School District staff members recognized for going the “Extra Mile.” Pictured left to right: Amy Laurin, Math Teacher, Milton Terrace Elementary School; Mary Jo Thompson and Brian Hof -Cleaners, Ballston Spa High School; Trudy Kump, School Aide, Ballston Spa Middle School; Carm Isabella and Dawn Woodruff, Crossing Guards, Malta Avenue Elementary School; and Sharon Karkotsky, Teaching Assistant, Gordon Creek Elementary School.

Malta Avenue Elementary students are enjoying their first day back after summer break. Photo provided.

New seniors ready to begin the closing chapter of their secondary school career!

Photo provided.

BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa Central School District began the new school year with a gathering of all 700+ staff members at Ballston Spa High School.

The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association provided refreshments for staff and also gave away three gift certificates to lucky staff members. The Malta Business and Professional Association presented the district $5,000 raised from their Taste of Malta event held annually each July.

Ballston Spa High School instructor Bernadette Wehr was presented with the Empire State Excellence in Teaching Award from NYS Civil Service Commissioner Lola Brabham on behalf of the Governor’s Office.

Each year, the program recognizes teachers from 10 different regions of New York and gives the honorees a $5,000 stipend to support their professional

development interests.

The district also recognized staff members and district partners who are making a significant positive contribution to the school community and to the education of children in Ballston Spa. Annually announced at the beginning of the school year, the Extra Mile Awards program formally honors those who exemplify the district’s core values of commitment and involvement.

Staff members recognized this year include Trudy Kump, School Aide, Ballston Spa Middle School; Dawn Woodruff and Carm Isabella, Crossing Guards, Malta Avenue Elementary School; Sharon Karkotsky, Teaching Assistant, Gordon Creek Elementary School; Brian Hof and Mary Jo Thompson, Cleaners, Ballston Spa High School; and Amy Laurin, Math Teacher, Milton Terrace Elementary School.

Extra Mile Awards were also presented to two organizations for their involvement in the district. The district recognized Saratoga Project Management for their leadership and commitment to serving the district for the past eight years during the implementation of the district’s facility improvement projects. Specifically, Bill McMordie, Principal, and Will Corrigan, Project Manager, were recognized and thanked for all of their hard work and effort to successfully complete the various building projects and improvements throughout the district.

Proctors was also presented an award for their commitment to expanding the performing arts in the schools. They have supported professional theater arts programs and productions in collaboration with teachers at Gordon Creek Elementary School for the past two years.

This year, they will also support an Artist-in-Residency program at the High School as the district launches a new freshman class that combines English, Media Arts and Video Production.

For more information on the Extra Mile Awards please visit the Ballston Spa Central School District website at www.bscsd. org or call the District Office at 518-884-7195.

Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016

Welcome Back, Students!

EDUCATION BRIEFS

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iPads & SATs for Schuylerville SCHUYLERVILLE — The Class of 2020 received iPad Pros on Thursday, Aug. 25 as part of the district’s 1:1 initiative.

Visit www.schuylervilleschools.org/freshmen-ipad-rollout/ to watch a video slideshow of the handout event.

Beginning this fall, Schuylerville High School will offer a full year SAT prep course that will focus on improving students’ scores in critical reading and writing, as well as math. The

course is intended for students in their junior year.

Students in the full-year course will attend “SAT Prep – Critical Reading/Writing” every other day (A day or B day) and “SAT Prep – Math” on the alternating day (A day or B day). The critical reading/writing portion of the course will be taught by Ross Marvin, a 10th and 11th grade English teacher who has extensive experience teaching SAT Prep. The math

portion of the course will be taught

by Ron Hayes, an 11th and 12th grade math teacher who has many years of experience teaching upper level math courses, (Algebra 2/Trig, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus) and has taught summer math courses at Skidmore College for many years.

Students interested in signing up for the course should contact 11th grade counselor Sarah Rust by calling 518-695-3255, ext. 2239, or e-mailing rusts@schuylerville.org.

Galway CSD Meet the Teacher Night

Saratoga Springs City School District students held its first day of school on Wednesday, September 7. These students are stepping off the bus at Caroline Street Elementary School and into a new school year. Photo provided.

Computer Training

Over 275 students signed up for a 1-hour IT class at Maple Avenue Middle School during sixth grade orientation. The class covered how to log into a computer, Office 365, and SchoolTool. Photo provided.

GALWAY — On September 15, the Galway Central School District is holding a Meet the Teacher Evening for grades K-2 from 6 to 6:30 p.m. and grades 3-6 from 6:45 to 7:15 p.m. Immediately following the grade level presentation, all parents are welcome to visit their child’s classroom.

Parents are encouraged to stop by the computer room where staff will be on-hand to help parents log into School Tool, STAR, Pearson Math, Math Facts in a Flash, and Accelerated Reader. Cafeteria, transportation and health office

personnel will be available to answer questions regarding their departments.

Boy Scouts, PTSA, School Banking and The United States Navy Family Liaison and YMCA representatives will be available to answer questions and provide enrollment information. Art (Room 104), music (Room 105) and the PE staff ( Room 127) will be available throughout the evening to answer questions and visit with parents.

An academic intervention specialist will be available in Room

103 from 6:30-6:45 and 7:15-7:30 to answer questions and provide information on our Response to Intervention reading and mathematics support programs. Speech (Room 102) and occupational and physical therapists (Room 113) will also be available during the evening to meet and answer any questions you may have.

Due to space limitations and the informational format of the evening, parents are asked to refrain from bringing their children to open house. For additional details, visit www.galwaycsd.org.

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FOOD

Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016

Power of Produce Club Helps Create a New Generation of Healthy Eaters

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

by Julia Howard, Saratoga Farmers’ Market Director for Saratoga TODAY The Saratoga Farmers’ Market has wrapped up its first-ever Power of Produce Club for the summer. However, as fall approaches, market vendors, volunteers, and staffers encourage parents and their children to continue the journey of connecting the food they eat to the farmers that grow it.

The club began in June with support from a $500 grant from Stewarts Shops, and took place during each Wednesday market from June 1 through August 31. Children between the ages of 5 and 12 received a passport and a $2 POP token to spend on fresh produce. They participated

in a range of activities that included tasting and planting herbs, creating fruit cone snacks, using the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office’s bicycle blender to create a smoothie in a blender powered by a bicycle, preparing granola balls and fruit kebab rainbows, going on vegetable scavenger hunts throughout the market, and talking with farmers to learn about healthy food.

“We loved it,” said one mother, Courtney, whose three-year-old daughter Althea was a regular POP Club participant. “It’s teaching kids about eating local and about eating fruits and vegetables.”

Another participant was Anika, age 6. “Anika loved using the tokens and getting to buy her own fruits and vegetables,” said her mother, Marketa.

Children who participated in the POP Club received a stamp on their passports and prizes each time they earned four stamps.

They included BPA free water bottles, baseball bats and balls, jump ropes, herb growing kits, and sidewalk chalk. More than 25 children received these prizes over the course of the summer.

“This has been our favorite thing to do on Wednesdays,”

Hold The Ice Cream said Stephanie, the mother of four-year-olds Xander and Lydia. “We love coming and getting a stamp on our passports.”

As a mother myself, my goal was to educate children about healthy eating first.

I also saw the program as a way to build stronger connections between the market and the communities we serve. I was delighted to welcome Stewarts Shops, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and Serendipity Arts Studio as participants. We look forward to continuing to see parents and children at our market, and will continue to offer healthy eating tips in our online newsletter every week.

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market takes place 3-6 p.m.

Wednesdays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturdays at High Rock Park.

Ingredients

Directions

* Ingredients can be found at the market

Adapted from www. tasteofhome.com

- Fresh seasonal fruit (blueberries, watermelon, cantaloupe, raspberries) * -Vanilla or maple yogurt * - Small ice cream cones

This healthy snack is as fun to make as it is to eat! We found this to be one of our favorite POP Club activities and we hope you enjoy it too.

Prepare fruit by cutting or scooping into bite sized pieces. Small fruit such as berries may be left whole.

Fill ice cream cone with fruit and top with a scoop of yogurt.

Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016

FOOD 21

Piece of Pizza

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY Hello my Foodie Friends.

Well, the kids are all back to school and our hectic schedules are in place. One of our family’s favorite foods is pizza; especially Paula’s homemade pizza. Pizza is an excellent all around family food that every person can personalize and enjoy on the day it is cooked or the following day (Breakfast Pizza!). It is also a perfect “on the go” food to help with the crazy schedules that we all have. Back in time, before children, pizza was a frequent meal for Paula and I. Our lives were basically like “two ships passing in the night.”

I reflect on a period of our lives when we were running from point A to point B. We had a black Labrador retriever named Bogie.

Poor Bogie would catch glimpses of us as we would race in and out of the house in between corporate meetings. One particular afternoon, Paula had run into the house to grab a file that she had left on her desk that she needed for a meeting she was on her way to. She let Bogie outside quickly while she searched for her work information. Trying to get Bogie to come back in was a problem and the clock was ticking…Paula had to think quickly. She reached into the refrigerator and grabbed a cold piece of pizza. She dangled it outside yelling; “Bogie, piece of pizza.” Bogie’s ears perked up, his eyes saw the pizza and he sprang towards the house. Paula threw the pizza in the house as Bogie ran in and swiftly shut and locked the door.

Later that day, as we both returned home, we saw shoes all over the house. The shoe trail began at the entrance of the back door and proceeded up the stairs,

into our bedroom and stopped in front of Paula’s closet. As we looked with startled eyes; we realized that these shoes each had a chewed heel and that they were all of Paula’s shoes (none were mine!). Bogie managed to chew one shoe from every pair of shoes that Paula had in the closet. Both mine and Paula’s closet doors were open. However, Bogie chose to chew only Paula’s. I can still hear Paula’s scream, “Not my Italian leathers!” He was obviously upset with her for tricking him with the piece of pizza.

Bogie has long passed, but this story still brings tears to our eyes and smiles to our faces.

Paula still enjoys making homemade pizza. One of our favorite items in the store that we use to make our pizza is a Pizza Stone made by Old Stone Oven. Over 35 years ago, Old Stone Oven Company introduced the original baking stone for home use.

This pizza stone is thicker than other stones. It is made of a special blend of lead-free clays and

has porosity and heat retention that is unmatched for giving a delicate crispy, restaurant-quality crust to any pizza, focaccia, or bread in a standard home oven.

It is oven and grill safe to 2000˚ Fahrenheit. The Old Stone Oven Pizza stone has a heat core that is specially engineered to concentrate heat evenly at the center.

This solves the problem of a large pizza having an undercooked center while the outer edges are crispy. These stones can be used with care on outdoor grills – both charcoal and gas fired. They are also made in the USA. The trick to a crispy pizza is to heat the stone in the oven prior to putting your prepared pizza on it.

Stop by Saratoga Springs’ CTTC located in the Compliments to the Chef Plaza at 46 Marion Avenue where we have Tools for Cooks. Get creative with your pizza. You can make almost anything with a good pizza dough as your base, then have a piece of pizza the following day for breakfast or

lunch, or use it to get the dog back in the house when they refuse to come in!!

Oh, and in case you were wondering about Paula’s shoes; yes, she did buy a lot of new shoes to replace the chewed up ones. Although she was angry at Bogie for chewing her shoes,

she managed to get new ones out of the situation!!

Enjoy making pizza with your family and friends. Sing, dance, play music really loud, and have fun eating your creation. Remember; “Life Happens in the Kitchen.” Take care, John and Paula

23 Adirondack Christian Fellowship 8 Mountain Ledge, Wilton 587-0623 | acfsaratoga.com Services: Sunday 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.

Adirondack Friends Meeting 27 Saratoga Ave, South Glens Falls 793-3755 | adirondackfriendsmeeting.org Regina Baird Haag, Pastor Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Assembly of God Faith Chapel 6 Burgoyne St, Schuylerville 695-6069 | Rev. Jason Proctor Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.

Assembly of God Saratoga 118 Woodlawn Ave, Saratoga Springs 584-6081 | Services: Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

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

Baha’i Community of Saratoga Springs 584-9679; 692-7694 | usbnc.org Ballston Center Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church 58 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa | 885-7312 ballstoncenterarpchurch.org Services: Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m.

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

Bethesda Episcopal Church* 41 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs Bethesdachurch.org | 584-5980 The Very Rev’d Marshall J. Vang Services: Sunday 8:00AM & 10:00AM Calvary Capital District 17 Low Street, Ballston Spa | Pastor Andrew Holt Services: Sunday 10 am | calvarycd.com Church of Christ at Clifton Park 7 Old Route 146, Clifton Park 371-6611 | cliftonparkchurchofchrist.com Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Christ Community Reformed Church 1010 Route 146, Clifton Park | 371-7654 ccrc-cpny.org | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Christ Episcopal Church Routes 50 & 67, Ballston Spa | 885-1031 Services: Sunday 8 & 10 a.m.

Christian Restoration Ministries Saratoga Senior Center 5 Williams St, Saratoga Springs 796-4323 | Pastor Pat Roach Services: Sunday 10 a.m.; 6:30 p.m.

Christian Science Church 107 Circular St, Saratoga Springs 584-0221 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Community Alliance Church 257 Rowland St, Ballston Spa 885-6524 | Services: Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

Congregation Shaara Tfille* 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs 584-2370 | saratogasynagogue.org Services: Saturday 10 a.m.

Corinth Free Methodist Church 20 Hamilton Ave, Corinth 654-9255; 792-0271 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Corinth United Methodist Church 243 Main Street, Corinth 654-2521 | cfumc@cnyconnect.net Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Cornerstone Community Church 516 Park Ave., Mechanicville | 664-5204 mycornerstonechurch.org | Pastor Frank Galerie Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Community 2001 Route 9, Round Lake 877-8506 | ccorpusc@nycap.rr.com Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.;

RELIGION Eastern Orthodox — Christ the Savior 349 Eastline Road, Ballston Spa 786-3100 | xcsavior@yahoo.com.

Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

First Baptist Church of Saratoga Springs 45 Washington St, Saratoga Springs 584-6301 | Services: Sunday 11 a.m.

First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa 202 Milton Ave, Ballston Spa 885-8361 | bspabaptist.org Services: 10:30 a.m. worship, 9 a.m. Sunday School (all ages) First Presbyterian Church of Ballston Spa 22 West High St, Ballston Spa 885-5583 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Full Gospel Tabernacle 207 Redmond Road, Gansevoort 793-2739 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Galway United Methodist Church 2056 East St, Galway | 882-6520 galway-united-methodist-church.com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

(9 a.m. in July and August) Grace Fellowship Saratoga 165 High Rock Ave, Saratoga | 691-0301 saratoga.gracefellowship.com Pastor: Mike Adams Services: Sundays 9 & 11 a.m.

Grace Brethren Church* 137 W. Milton Road, Ballston Spa 587-0649 | Rev. Dan Pierce Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Greater Grace Community Church Pastor David Moore | 899-7777 thechurch@ggccmalta.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Greenfield Center Baptist Church 30 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center | 893-7429 Services: Sunday School for all ages - 9:45 a.m.; Church Service - 11 a.m.

Highway Tabernacle Church 90 River Road, Mechanicville | 664-4442 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Hope Church 206 Greenfield Ave, Ballston Spa 885-7442 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Jonesville United Methodist 963 Main St, Clifton Park 877-7332 | Services: Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Living Springs Community Church 59 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs 584-9112 | Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Living Waters Church of God 4330 State Rt. 50, Saratoga Springs 587-0484 | livingwaterscog.us Services: Sundays 10 a.m.

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

Malta Ridge United Methodist Church 729 Malta Ave. Ext, Malta 581-0210 | Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Middle Grove United Methodist Church* 581-2973 | Pastor Bonnie Bates Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Corner of Jefferson St. & Crescent St. Saratoga Springs | 584-9441 Rev. Dr. Victor L. Collier, Pastor New Horizon Church 150 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs 587-0711 | Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

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

Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016

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.

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.

* — Handicap Accessible

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LOCAL BRIEFS

Attention All Artists The Southern Saratoga Artists’ Society is having their 20th “Autumn Jewels” Art Show during the month of October at the Shenendehowa Adult Community Center. Deadline for entry is September 16. This show is open to all area artists. A reception will be held on Monday, October 16. Details are on the entry form which can be downloaded from our website, southernsaratogaartist.com Town Wide Garage Sale Huge “treasures, treats and tunes” yard sale in Schuylerville and the Town of Saratoga. On Saturday, September 17, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Old Saratoga Reformed Church in Schuylerville, located on the corner of Pearl st. and Burgoyne Streets will be having its annual “Humongous” Yard Sale. The sale will feature bargain priced items and a food sale including hot dogs, hamburgers, sausages, and baked goods. And stick around and shop while listening to some live music.

This will be a great opportunity to come together and meet our friends and neighbors and support our community.

NatureFest NatureFest will be held on September 17, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Moreau Lake State Park. Free fun-filled family day of interactive nature related activities, raptor birds, insects, and reptiles. There will be fun crafts and activities for the kids, like birdhouse building, face painting, pumpkin painting and much more. There will also be nature related educational booths, representatives from local parks, rescue organizations and wagon rides. Food is available that day as well as silent auction and tours of the nature center. All donations collected will go to The Friends of Moreau Lake (non-profit). The Friends of Moreau Lake support the Moreau Lake Nature Center, environmental education classes as well as offering crafts and special events for the park. We are working toward being a Zero-Waste event so bring your reusable water bottle and get a free pin or magnet.

Ghosts in the Garden Party Join us on Sunday, September 18 from 3 – 6 p.m. in the Rose Garden for a peek at Yaddo’s fabled spiritual grounds through the eyes of creative people who have found inspiration at Yaddo. $50 Patron, $100 Benefactor. Honorary Chairpersons Marylou Whitney and John Hendrickson and Jane A. Wait. For reservations go to www. yaddo.org. Proceeds support the Yaddo Garden Association.

Southern Saratoga Artist’s Society Mikiko Masterson will share a presentation about her Japanese art technique at the Shenendehowa Adult Community Center on Monday, September 19 at 6:30 p.m.

This event is open to the public.

Mikiko studied mixed media art at the Interlaken Art School in Lenox, MA. She recently won 1st Prize for a watercolor painting at the Clifton Park Library’s 2015 annual juried art show. She currently teaches mixed media and Japanese Art techniques to children at Saratoga Art Center. Her work has been displayed at several exhibits throughout the area. The Shenendehowa Adult Community Center is located at 6 Clifton Common Court, Clifton Park, NY 12065.

Parkinson’s Support Group The Parkinson’s Support Group of Saratoga will meet at the Woodlawn Commons Building, 2nd floor at the Wesley Health Care Center located at 156 Lawrence Street in Saratoga Springs on Monday, September 19, 2016 at 2 p.m. This meeting is free and open to anyone with Parkinson’s Disease, family members and friends. For more information call Bruce McClellan at (518) 331-9611.

Havurah Vatik Stand up, sit down, laugh, laugh, laugh! Join us on September 20, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Congregation Shaara Tfille, located at 84 Weibel Ave, Saratoga Springs as we start off our Havurah Vatik fall season with a wealth of hilarious stand-up comedy from the Golden Years of the Catskills, cheerfully offering you “Catskills on Broadway.” Let Freddie Roman, Mal Z. Lawrence, Dick Capri, and Louise Duart work their comedic magic: howl, weep, and then feel great -- laughter is the best medicine wise men say. OK, these old-time,

all-time greats of the Borscht Belt are not here in person, but the wonders of cinematic technology provide us with front-row seats. Let the chuckles begin and the guffaws grow. A catered lunch will follow.

All Saratoga area seniors, 55 plus are welcome. Call the Temple Sinai Havurah Vatik reservation line at (518) 584-8730, ext. 4.

Ghosts in the Yaddo Gardens Experience the Spirit(s) of the Gardens. Feel the energy and creativity of the forces of the earth.

Share in in the spiritual intrigue from Native Americans, Edgar Allan Poe, the Trask family and other contemporary visitors.

Ghosts in the Yaddo Garden Tours will be held on Friday and Sunday evenings at 5 p.m., September 23 through October 30. Docent led tours begin at the Yaddo Garden parking lot and last for approximately one hour. This tour is of the Yaddo Gardens and does not include the Yaddo Mansion.

Cost is $10 per person (children 12 and under are free). Private docent led ghost tours may be arranged at a date convenient to your group from September 19 through October 30. Contact Yaddo at (518) 584-0746 or www.yaddo.org for more information.

Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016 City Rotary Club and VFW Post 420 Men’s Auxiliary.

Bus Trip to House of Ephesus Shrine & Chapel in Vermont The bus trip will be held on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016 and is sponsored by Ct. Stella Maris, #396 Catholic Daughters of the Americas. Bus departs at 8 a.m. from Notre Dame Visitation, Schuylerville, will pick up at K-Mart, Greenwich and St. Patrick’s Church, Cambridge.

Please bring your own lunch and beverage. Scheduled return will be approximately 5 to 5:30 p.m. Cost is $25.00 per person, payment is due at registration.

For reservations and information, please call Marvil Patrick, (518) 695-3385.

Annual Jazz BBQ A fundraiser for the Frederick Allan Lodge #609 will be held Saturday, September 24, from 2 – 6 p.m. at Principessa Elena, located at 13 Oak St., Saratoga Springs. Featuring music by Milayne Jackson Blue Train Menu: fried chicken, ribs, greens, potato salad, dessert and more.

Eat in or take out. Tickets: $35 in advance, $40 at the door. Contact Bob Reed at (518) 583-2999 or any other Lodge member. After Party at the Lodge, 7 p.m.

Monthly Indoor Craft and Garage Sale On Sunday, September 25, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. the popular Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale will take place at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club off Maple Avenue on Elks Lane.

Admission is free with over 40 vendors. Great parking, bargains galore, lunch, books, household items, sports equipment, handmade items, clothing, jewelry, party vendors, pet supplies and just about anything you can imagine may be found here. New vendors are signing up every month. Rain or shine. A fun activity the entire family enjoys. Come browse, visit, eat, or just get out of the house with a friend. All proceeds go to our local charities. All markets are held the fourth Sunday of each month: next sales dates are October 23, November 13 and an extra date on November 27. Tables are $15 for an 8 ft. table; call (518) 289-5470 for information or to sign up for a table(s).

Fifth Annual Autumn Leaves Chicken BBQ Sponsored by Racing City Rotary Club and VFW Post 420 Men’s Auxiliary. The BBQ will be held on September 24 from 2 -6 p.m. at VFW Post 420 Pavilion, 190 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs.

Menu: ½ chicken, baked potato, corn on the cob, roll, cole slaw, dessert, cash bar. Donation is $10 per person, take-out or eat-in. All proceeds to benefit community and veterans projects of the Racing

Tree Hosts and Tree Planters Needed Sustainable Saratoga’s Urban Forestry Project will be planting 25 trees, funded by generous donors to Sustainable Saratoga, on the morning of Saturday, October 1. Volunteers like you are the key to the success of this annual event. With your help, we Saratogians can grow a green legacy that will benefit our great city for decades to come. Please volunteer by sending us an email

at trees@sustainablesaratoga.org.

We need three types of volunteers: TREE PLANTERS (a great family activity). Have fun being part of a spirited horde of tree planters.

From about 9:30 a.m. to noon on the morning of Saturday, October 1. TREE HOSTS (get a FREE TREE at your house). Volunteer to host a street tree in front of your house. Enjoy nurturing the young tree for the first two years, especially by keeping it watered during hot dry spells. GENERAL EVENT ASSISTANCE. Help behind the scenes, to organize for October 1 or to help with registration, etc. at the planting event. To volunteer, or if you have questions, email us at trees@ sustainablesaratoga.org.

Open Mic Fundraiser Showcase your talent at SOUNDBYTES, Saratoga Soundtrack’s open mic fundraiser and we invite you to participate on Friday, October 7, 7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, located at 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs.

Performance time: 1 or 2 songs or 5 minutes, 16 acts only for 90 minutes show. NO application process/audition. Age limit: If you are between 15 and 105, you are eligible to perform. Order of appearance will be given when intent to perform is received.

Cost is $10 at the door suggested donation, including participants.

Cash bar and snacks will be provided by Knights of Columbus If you are interested in performing, email your name or group name and contact information with a brief description of your talent to tcfit@aol.com by August 31.

11th Annual Memorial Walk Angel Names Association (ANA) will hold its 11th Annual Memorial Walk on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at the Saratoga State Spa Park in Saratoga Springs. The walk is being held in recognition of National Pregnancy Loss and Infant Death Awareness month. Registration begins at 12 p.m. and the walk will follow at 1:15 p.m. The day includes children’s activities, light refreshments and prizes. Everyone is welcomed to attend this uplifting, free family event to walk and raise awareness of pregnancy loss and infant death. For additional information, visit www.angelnames. org or contact Michelle Mosca at mgmosca@msn.com .

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

Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016 Vendor/Craft Fair

Family Friendly Event

Friday, September 9 Arts Fest Friday Light the Night Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring Street, Saratoga Springs, 7 – 9:30 p.m.

Saratoga Springs will be getting a “sneak peek” of a major, multi-city public art installation that will be attracting national attention to the Capital Region. An evening of arts and entertainment that will feature music, food, activities, and the region’s first glimpse of the “Breathing Lights” public art project, coming to Albany, Schenectady and Troy in October 2016. Free admission.

Saturday, September 10 Defensive Driving Class First Baptist Church, 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

New York State approved. Save 10 percent on your base auto insurance for the next three years and receive up to 4 points off your driving record according to New York State Department of Motor Vehicle guidelines. Fee $35.00. Bring a friend and fee is $30.00 each. A portion of the fee goes to First Baptist Church.

Registration required by calling Ray Frankoski at (518) 286-3788.

Malta Community Day Shenantaha Creek Park, Eastline Road, Malta, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with one another and with local groups such as businesses, nonprofits, and service organizations.

The day includes: musical entertainment, kids’ activities, business and non-profit booths, fire tricks and demonstrations, food for sale and much more. Parking is available at the Malta Community Center and the Malta Town Hall.

There is limited parking at the Shenantaha Creek Park. A shuttle bus will run from both locations from 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Round Lake United Methodist Church, 34 George Ave, Round Lake, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

There will be a variety of vendors and local crafters Each participant will have an item available to bid on during a Chinese auction. All proceeds from the sale will be used to support the ministries of the Round Lake United Methodist Church.

Open House at Saratoga City Ballet Saratoga City Ballet, 4295 Route 50, Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

New this fall – Jazz and Modern Dance and we are now offering adult ballet classes. Through training and presenting performances of young dancers, the art of dance promotes selfesteem, discipline, creativity, and self-confidence for a lifetime. Come and see what we have to offer. For more information, visit www. saratogacityballet.com or call (518) 584-1895.

History, Legends, Lore and More Guided Walking Tour Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 10:30 – Noon A 90-minute walking tour that concentrates on historic Congress Park and the colorful characters that helped make Saratoga what it is.

Cost is $8 for adults, children under 12 are free. For more information, call (518) 587-3241.

Sunday, September 11 All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619, at Rt. 50 and Hamilton St., 8 – 11 a.m.

Kick off football season with an “All You Can Eat” breakfast buffet Adults $7, seniors $6, Kids 4 – 10 $4, under 4 free. For more information call (518) 885-1149.

Monthly Breakfast Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 south of the village of Victory, 8 – 11 a.m.

Will be cooking breakfast and will continue on the second Sunday of each month all year. Cost: adult $7, child $4, everyone will be welcome.

(518) 695-3917.

CALENDAR 25 Curtis Lumber Car & Truck Show

Saratoga Retired Teachers Meeting

Route 67, Ballston Spa, Show opens at 11 a.m.

The event is free for all spectators!

Bring the entire family to enjoy the hundreds of cars on display.

Enjoy raffles, door prizes, music, food, beverages and much more.

Leashed pets are welcome. All makes of cars, trucks, customs and turners welcome (no cutoff years). Registration is from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. $15 per vehicle includes free goodie bag. All Jeep Owners are invited to play in our “Logs n’ Rocks n’ Lumber Crunchies” Jeep playground and demo area courtesy of Upstate NY Jeeps. Malta Ridge Volunteer Fire Company will be in attendance with their ladder truck and gorgeous American Flag as a tribute to our fallen heroes and fellow Americans on 9/11. www.

CurtisLumberCarShow.com

Longfellows Restaurant, 500 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs. Noon Registered members will reserve in the usual way; prospective members, please call (518) 587-5356 for membership information and luncheon reservations.

Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman One Big Roof, Center for Mindful Practices, 538 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Health and Wellness Building, Saratoga Springs, 9-10:15 a.m. Weekly meditation followed by short discussion.

All contemplative traditions honored. By Donation. For more information call (413)992-7012 or visit www.oneroofsaratoga.com.

Monday, September 12 Transitional Services Association, Inc.’s 6th Annual Golf Tournament

Van Patten Golf Course, 924 Main Street, Clifton Park, Registration: 9:30 a.m.

Registration is followed by a light fare breakfast, at 10:45 a.m. a shotgun start, 4:30 p.m. is dinner, awards and prizes. Transitional Services Association, Inc. (TSA) is a private, not for profit human services organization which provides services to adults and children with emotional and behavioral disturbances, mental illness and chemical dependency.

Visit our website at tsa-inc.org.

This is our only fundraiser for the year. Please contact us at: kbutler@tsamail.org if you would like more information, or give us a call at (518) 587-6193.

Tuesday, September 13 Pieroghi and Stuffed Clams Sale Christ the Savior parish, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake, 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Potato/cheese, sauerkraut, Farmer’s cheese may be ordered. We also have stuffed clams available that are handpicked from Cape Cod. Call (518) 363-0001. Pick-up is between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

This Thing Called You Class

$11. Seniors (62 years) and Military (Active or Retired) with ID Card, $8 Children 5-12. Children under 5 Free, $12 All Take-outs. Cash Bar Available. Call (518) 584-2585 for more information.

Storytelling Open Mic Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring St., Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.

Enjoy a wonderful evening as storytellers from Saratoga and the Capital District share contemporary, personal, and traditional stories.

New storytellers are always welcome.

September’s featured teller is Dr. Claire Beetlestone. Dr. Beetlestone is not only a practicing physician, she has been a docent to a tropical zoo, a dancer, and an art impresario. She has traveled from America through Europe, Asia, and Africa, listening along the way. Dr. Beetlestone has collected a trove of wonderful stories, specializing in international folktales, always making sure to leave a few of her own behind. Admission is $5.

Sign-ups at 6:45 p.m.

Woodlawn Commons, 156 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures is hosting the 6-week class, “This Thing Called You” on Tuesdays. This is a course in practical spirituality for dynamic living, an exploration of an expanded and empowered life. Learn powerful, practical spiritual tools for everyday living. Based on the book by Ernest Holmes. Suggested donation: $20 per class session. For more information, visit www.newthoughtnewyork.org or call (518) 366-9918.

Thursday, September 15

Wednesday, September 14

Feast of the Fields

Volkswalk for Fun, Fitness and Friendship Start point: Hilton Garden Inn, 30 Clifton Country Rd , Clifton Park, 10 a.m.

Register 30 minutes before start.

A volkswalk is a leisurely walk (typically 10k or 6.2 miles. A 3 mile route is also offered) through a scenic and or historic area over a premarked trail. Information is available at www.ava.org or www.walkescv. org. Note: No parking in front of hotel or businesses.

Baked Ham Dinner with Spanish Rice Dinner Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge #161, 1 Elk Lane, Saratoga Springs, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Donation Requested: $12 adults,

Strange and Marvelous Books Gannett Auditorium, Skidmore Campus, 5:15 p.m.

Fox-Adler Lecture: “Strange and Marvelous Books: Leonard Baskin and the Gehenna Press” by Mark Dimunation, chief of the Rare Book and Special Collections Division, Library of Congress. For more information call (518) 580-5602.

Saratoga National Golf Club, 458 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs, 5:30 – 9 p.m.

Feast of the Fields benefits Saratoga PLAN. The event supports the group’s mission of promoting local agriculture, trail systems, wildlife habitats, the importance of buying and eating locally raised food, and a great quality of life. This year’s Feast theme is BERRIES. Chefs and farmers are challenged to incorporate local berries into their dishes, with mouth-watering results.

The evening will also include musical entertainment and a silent auction.

Additional food providers and farms will be showcased at tasting stations.

More information can be found on the Feast of the Fields event page at: http://www.saratogaplan.org/whatsnew/upcoming-events/feast-of-thefields/ .

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

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THE SOCIETY PAGE WRITTEN BY CARRIE ROWLANDS JOHNSON – PHOTOS BY ALICE COREY PHOTOGRAPHY

St. Jude’s Gala Event Committee

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Mike LaFave, Eileen Clinton, Liz Kreuter, Matt Fahrenkopf, Chad Jerome, Jason Frament, Kayla Brown

Because of You… The St. Jude’s Gala – Thursday, September 1 – Hall of Springs edicated to ending the excruciating deaths of children to cancer, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital continues to lead the way the world understands, treats, and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Because of organizations like St. Jude, the survival rate for childhood cancer in the US is now eighty percent, up from twenty percent when St. Jude’s first opened its doors more than fifty years ago.

As the summer gala season draws to a close, generous hearts from across the Capital Region threw a grand gala to raise money for St. Jude’s continued fight for children. On Thursday, September 1, at The Hall of Springs in Saratoga, ticket holders ate, mingled, sipped cocktails, bid on silent auction items and listened to stories of cancer survivors.

Board member and honoree Paul Wein told the story of his own son’s experience with St. Jude.

“It is God’s mission on earth and I’m so blessed to be part of it,” he said humbly as he explained why St. Jude holds such a dear spot in his heart.

This is the fourth year of the St. Jude Gala, presented this year by Angiodynamics and other local sponsors.

Thank you, Saratoga, for a fabulous gala season. Thank you for holding such charities as St. Jude a special place in your hearts, and on your calendars. Until next season!

-Carrie Rowlands Johnson Carrie Rowlands Johnson is owner of the blogging bar and a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Blake Realtors in Saratoga. She is a freelance writer for Simply Saratoga Magazine. Alice Corey is owner of Alice Corey Photography. Together they cover the social scene in Saratoga, offering you a sneak peek inside charity galas and fundraising parties. If you’d like your event featured, email us at thebloggingbar@gmail.com

Katie Richardson, Steve Rodway

Jane and Neil Golub

Chris and Barbara Kucharczyk

Rich Porpora, Nancy Porpora, Scott Phinney, Louise Phinney, Judy Goralski, John Goralski

Paul Wein (Board Member, honoree and St. Jude’s patient’s dad), Debra Wein (St. Jude’s patient’s mother) and Jake Wein (Former St. Jude’s patient )

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Katrina Speaks…

Yaddo’s ‘Ghost in the Garden Party’ September 18

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — I arrived at the Yaddo Gardens, and I couldn’t believe my eyes. Katrina Trask stood before me, in her garden, and invited me to walk with her.

I had heard that the Yaddo Garden Association (YGA) was eager to promote their upcoming event – the ‘Ghosts in the Garden Party,’ on Sunday, September 18, from 3-6 p.m., but apparently they decided to pull out all the stops.

“Come and see my roses, they are past the peak, of course, but still lovely,” Katrina said, on this late August afternoon. “When I first saw this land, in the 1870s, I knew it was special,” she continued. “But the garden, this was a project that I felt privileged to enjoy, enjoy in the design and making, and enjoying as a finished product for about 15 years.” Katrina passed in 1922, about 12 years after her husband and companion, Spencer Trask, perished in a train crash in 1909.

“But most of all, I enjoy sharing the Gardens with generations that came after, and generations to come,” Katrina concluded, with a wisp of a serene smile.

And share they shall. Katrina met me at the Yaddo Gardens to help YGA promote their event, in the manner that some rock stars appear on the radio to promote an upcoming concert. On September 18, she will meet with all attendees, along with Spencer and their special guest: Edgar Allan Poe. Mr. Poe will also discuss his feelings about this special place, and will have students from Schuylerville perform ‘The Raven.’ Mr. Poe himself will read ‘The Tell-Tale Heart.’

As we walked, Katrina recounted a few things I already knew, but many more things were learned on this day. “The goal was for our visitors to experience the magic of inspiration,” looking me straight in the eye, “this is why we placed the poet’s bench here,” she pointed. Outside the formal garden, the bench is a place for poets, novelists, etc., to record their thoughts immediately after

a garden stroll not unlike the one we were taking today.

Who actually designed Yaddo Mansion? I asked.

“We both did, Spencer and I,” she said, “The gardens also. Our interests, intellect and skills made us the perfect partnership. Spencer was the mathematician.

Yaddo is perfect, from a geometric standpoint.

Everything is laid out on a perfect East-West plain. I brought the spirituality, and the sensitivity to it, to the table. Today, you might call it ‘the woman’s touch,’ Katrina said, her back to me as she surveyed the rock garden area.

But then she turned and faced me directly. Piercing dark blue eyes. She wanted my attention. She got it.

“What you must understand, that all of this, Yaddo, is overlaid on the contrast of light and shadows - the experiencing of great disaster,” (like the burning of the original structure which led to the fireproof stone one that came after, and looms large when you visit today), “the experiencing of great tragedy,” (she had had four children, all of whom died in infancy or childhood), “and yet, despite all this, the inspiration to create something beautiful and wonderful, and hopefully eternal,” Katrina said, never breaking her gaze from me.

“Your admission proceeds on Sunday, September 18, will help fund the Yaddo Garden Association’s activities, which are to continue Spencer’s and my goals,” Katrina concluded.

I wanted to take some time to let that sink in. But I had so many other questions, and the lengthening shadows told me that our time was running short today. So I told her about my private tour of the Mansion in 2012. A bucket

list item, in which myself, Mark Bolles and Lesley LeDuc (former Yaddo Marketing Director and

now Yaddo Garden Association member) walked everywhere we

wanted – sort of alone. We three went to places that no public tour in Yaddo’s history has ever gone.

“I went into Katrina’s Tower,” I said.

“Oh, really? Well, I certainly hope someone straightened up for your arrival!” she said with a rosycheeked, broad smile.

But then she got me.

“I have to admit, I straightened Katrina’s Tower up for you.”

You mean...

“Of course, I was there! Couldn’t you see me? I suppose you were not ready – well, you certainly are today!” she said, and suddenly – she was a younger woman. The woman that Spencer fell for.

I also asked her about her health. In life, Katrina was never

Katrina Trask. Photo by MarkBolles.com

healthy. “It’s much more preferable to be a ghost, quite frankly,” she said.

And then she was gone.

But Katrina will be coming back, and soon. And she’ll be bringing friends.

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Mmm…Mmm Good… Again!

SPAC’s Wine and Food Festival is all About the Experience

Anne Burrell - Photo by Ken Goodman

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — This year, call it the Grand Gold Finale.

It is fitting that the SPAC Wine and Food Festival, which takes place Friday-Sunday, September 9 – 11, all over the SPAC grounds, is the final crescendo before the curtain falls on another season.

For it shows off SPAC at its finest – at its “reach for excellence” core value finest. An indoor/outdoor wonder that has earned its deserved reputation as a presenter of the finest in music and dance – pivots, changes the subject matter completely, and yet does not miss one beat. It is an event that has evolved and been tweaked a bit over the year, but the core experience has always been superior

and distinctive. Come for the food and beverage, of course, but stay for the experience.

The fine points of the weekend are described in generous detail at spac.org – where you can also buy tickets.

There are certain highlights for the first-timer that are worth noting.

Star Power – If you’re a foodie, then it’s pretty safe to say that you like the Food Network.

And that network’s star power is in full force with both Anne Burrell, whom aficionados will know earned her bones as a sous chef on Iron Chef America for Mario Batali back in the day, coupled with a return visit from Chopped Judge Marc Murphy – who first came in 2014. They will be hosting the Grand Tasting and Concours D’Elegance on Satuday from noon- 4 p.m. The list of restaurants participating would take

up most of the listings of both the Manhattan and Capital Region phone books, if anyone remembers these. But I digress.

And wait, there’s more: Friday’s Fired UP! Grill Competition (7-10 p.m.) will be hosted by Josh Capon, best known as the host of Spike TV's first cooking competition show, “Frankenfood.” Josh is the six-time winner of the People's Choice award at the New York City Wine & Food Festival and South Beach Wine & Food Festival's Burger Bash event.

In the kick-off event to the Festival weekend, Saratoga Springs’ best chefs will compete with chefs from the Capital Region’s finest restaurants in a fiery grilling event. If you want to root for the home team, how about this lineup: 15 Church; Druthers Brewing

Company; Fish at 30 Lake; Henry Street Taproom; Primal Butcher and Delicatessen; Sperry’s Restaurant; and The Wishing Well.

That should Fire you UP! There’s much more at spac.org, but I say: short and sweet, let’s get to the food!

LIGHT THE NIGHT

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Coming to Spring Street Gallery on Friday, September 9, 7-9:30 p.m. Come and see the region's first glimpse of the Breathing Lights public art project. Artist Adam Frelin will be here to greet visitors and "turn on the lights" during this free event.

Entertainment includes: • Light installation by artist Brent Pickerd titled "Flora Lux" • Music by D.J. Tall Matt • Beer tasting from Glens Falls brewery Common Roots • Surprise street performances • Children's Activities from On Deck Saratoga • Much, much more!

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Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016

The Emperor Speaks King Zac the First

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Sometimes I look at my business card in disbelief. My title here is Fun and Games Editor. Pretty cool actually, plowing both the A+E and sports platforms, in a market where there are bushels of material – year round.

I have a wealth of choices, and each week I try to pick the best of the best and present it to you. If you see me, ask me for my card – I’d be delighted to give you one.

But sometimes, late in the work day, actually at night – after I have done all my editing and set up to do my own byline writing, like this review of the fabulous Zac Brown Band, my eyes sometimes get tired.

And I look down at that same business card. Amazingly, the word “Editor” magically morphs into “Emperor.”

And before long, while I rest my eyes a bit, I actually visualize what it

might be like to be the Emperor. Not in the dictatorial sense, that’s not my style. But perhaps I might wave my scepter and transform society and change its peoples for the better.

A nice goal. But I had no specific prescription. Until the night of Saturday, September 3 when I saw the Zac Brown Band at SPAC. There I got the answer.

I decided that Zac Brown should be King. Zac Brown I, King of the United States.

Now, as Emperor, of course, what I say goes. But let me try to build a consensus here.

First, to quote a current Presidential nominee, “You could do worse.” This is true and we appear to be headed to be doing just that. And this is not meant to be a slam at one side or the other.

Let me even the score: Can anyone seriously imagine Zac Brown taking home government emails? No, I think he knows he has better things to do. Like entertaining, thrilling and

bringing diverse, SRO crowds like SPAC’s to jaw-dropping delight over the music industry’s most creative genre mash-up. So consider me an equal-opportunity slammer, nonpartisan and yet disgusted with the whole set up this election year.

And I know I am hardly alone.

Nearly everyone I spoke to at SPAC that night, and during the Labor Day weekend, expressed thoughts not unlike Ray Milland in the movie “The Lost Weekend,” to wit: ‘What have we done?’

In my previous review of this band, in August 2014 – all the glowing verbiage about his performance that was true then is even better now.

Zac Brown has grown musically, has grown spiritually, because he is true to the values that have gotten him to the pinnacle of his profession.

What are these qualities that would make an Emperor want to crown Zac Brown as king? Let me list a few, you can do the comparing and contrasting yourself: - Humility and Gratitude: Consider the third paragraph of my 2014 review: Zac Brown said something similar this year: “We truly appreciate each and every one of

Photo by MarkBolles.com

you coming. We remember what it was like to play for beer money not so long ago, and we take nothing for granted, I assure you.” He’s not saying it by rote; it’s a little different each time, for it comes from the heart.

- Philosopher-King: Not only was the crowd at SPAC massive, but it was the most diverse of any Live Nation show this season. They came to hear and groove and listen and cheer a band, led by a person who builds bridges: Bridges between musical genres (name another group that can medley-blend from Led Zeppelin to Charlie Daniels to Billy Preston and then The Who!), and between peoples. This is a man, in

the tradition of great leaders from both major parties, John Kennedy and Ronald Reagan, for instance, who is all about tearing down walls, not building them.

Enough said – my eyes are clearing, so it is time for the Emperor to rule. Accordingly: - The Presidential Election is hereby cancelled. All Constitutional provisions and legislation regarding said elections are temporarily suspended. All other Constitutional privileges and rights remain intact.

- Zac Brown is hereby crowned King. All hail King Zac the First!

Tell me true, don’t you wish you could be Emperor?

Flashback: 2014

Zac At SPAC: Brown Is The New Black

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — In modern English language, the world ‘awesome’ is one of the most abused around. As such, it becomes common currency. Everything is awesome, dude. I got a stain out of my t-shirt at Cudney’s – awesome. My dog didn’t bite anybody today – awesome! I got 14 likes on my Facebook post – awesome!

You get the idea. So I propose to reclaim the word for what it is supposed to mean. At the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) on Sunday night, August 24, I heard Zac Brown say this to the large crowd: “We truly appreciate each and every one of you coming. We remember what it was like to play for beer money not so long ago, and we take nothing for granted, I assure you.”

Now, in the sometimes jaded world of big-time rock ‘n’ roll, THAT’s awesome, ladies and gents.

And while we’re at it, the music was pretty darned special as well. That seemed to be the consensus in the electric amphitheater and from

the jammed (and jamming) lawn crowd. The weather made it a great night to wander and be among the people, as it were.

Not only does the Zac Brown Band have some sparkling originals that span a wide spectrum of genres such as country, reggae, bluegrass and

Photo by Alice Corey Photography

rock (a personal favorite in tonight’s set was “Whiskey’s Gone,” but you could make a case for several others), but they spice things up with a similar variety of popular cover tunes, each stylized in their own way and running the gamut from James Taylor’s “Fire and Rain” to Metallica’s “Never, Never

Land” to Billy Joel’s “Piano Man” and back over to Marshall Tucker’s “Can’t you see?”

The latter tune found me next to a father/daughter combo with Dad explaining to his pre-teen daughter that this was one of Peter Frampton’s biggest hits. I was having such a nice

time, as were they, I didn’t have the heart to tell them it was someone else.

So all in all, this was the fourth time I have seen ZBB and he’s yet to disappoint. They are my ‘go-to’ guys for a guaranteed good time.

Brown is the new Black – and that’s awesome!

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week of 9/9-9/15 friday, 9/9: Erin Harkes, 8:30 pm @ Bentley’s — 899.4300 Phil Drum, 7 pm @ Carson’s Woodside Tavern — 584.9791 Jukebox Night, 10 pm @ Caroline St. Pub — 583.9400 Radio Junkies, 9 pm @ Druthers — 306.5275 Happy Hour w/ Rick Bolton and Jeff Walton, 5 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 TJ Clancy / Bobby Vannier, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 Pat Decker on the roof, 8 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003 Rob Pulsifer, 7 pm @ Kraverie — 450.7423

Forthlin Road, 9 pm @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916 Pat Decker, 3 pm @ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463 Jack Daniels Country Dance Party, 9 pm @ Vapor — 581.5775

sunday, 9/11: Citizens Treasure Duo, 2 pm @ Carson’s Woodside Tavern — 584.9791 Steve Candlen, 3 pm @ Druthers — 306.5275 Live Jazz Brunch, 10 am @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563 Jeff Brisbin, 3 pm @ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463

Schmooze, 10 pm @ Nanola — 587.1300

monday, 9/12:

Rick Rosoff Quartet, 9 pm @ 9 Maple Avenue — 583.2582

Jeff Walton, 6:30 pm @ Brook Tavern — 871.1473

Ramblers Home, 9 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026 David John, 6:30 pm @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563 Memory of Me/ More than Human/Realation/more, 10 pm @ Putnam Den — 584.8066 Latin Night, 8 pm @ The Newberry Music Hall — 877.565.3849 Black Mtn. Symphony, 6 pm @ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463 Aquanett, 8 pm @ Vapor — 581.5775

saturday, 9/10: The Steel Wheels, 7 pm @ Caffè Lena — 583.0022 Black Abbey, 7 pm @ Carson’s Woodside Tavern — 584.9791 Dirt Cheap, 10 pm @ Caroline St. Pub — 583.9400

Tim Wechgelaer, 7:30 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026 Latin Night, 8 pm @ The Newberry Music Hall — 877.565.3849

tuesday, 9/13: Rich Ortiz, 10 pm @ Caroline St. Pub — 583.9400 Open Mic w/ Rick Bolton, 7:30 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359

wednesday, 9/14: 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

Karaoke, 10 pm @ Circus Café — 583.1106

thursday, 9/15:

Motown Night, 7 pm @ Crown Grill — 583.1105

Open Mic, 10 pm @ Circus Café — 583.1106

The Remanders, 9 pm @ Druthers — 306.5275 Foldin’ Money, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 ILL FUNK Ensemble, 9 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003 Audiostars, 8 pm @ Nanola — 587.1300 Pete Sweeney Quartet, 9 pm @ 9 Maple Avenue — 583.2582 Hot Club of Saratoga, 9 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026 Andy Iorio, 6:30 pm @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563 Time to Shine (regional Hip.Hop), 10 pm @ Putnam Den — 584.8066 80s and 90s Dance Night, 8 pm @ The Newberry Music Hall — 877.565.3849

High Peaks Duo, 8 pm @ Druthers — 306.5275 Gwen Tracy Trio, 8 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 Cloud Lifter, 8 pm @ One Caroline — 587.2026 Rich Ortiz, 6:30 pm @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563 Half Step, 9:30 pm @ Putnam Den — 584.8066 Kevin Meaney, 8/10 pm @ The Comedy Works — 275.6897 Country Night, 8 pm @ The Newberry Music Hall — 877.565.3849 Celtic Session, 7 pm @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916

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Puzzles Across 1 Visits 8 Legal test, familiarly 14 Reporter’s needs 15 Punk rock surname 16 Like some watches 18 Cost-of-living fig.

19 Feed in a bag 20 “Am __ the right track?”

22 Bath floater 26 Gumbo veggie 27 Nylons, fishnets, etc.

28 Petty squabbles 29 Penny-__ 30 “I’ll have another” responder 34 Neon, or fuel for a Neon 35 Patchwork plaything 36 Public image, briefly 39 Freaked out 40 One-eighties 41 Freak out 44 Shows proof of 46 Player with a record 14 100-RBI seasons 47 Running a marathon may be on it 50 ‘90s “SNL” regular Meadows 51 “__ Jim” 52 Knack for snappy comebacks 53 Project suggested by the starts of 16-, 22-, 35- and 47-Across 59 River through Toledo 60 Hall who won on “Celebrity Apprentice” in 2012 61 Linen closet stack 62 Jones with a diary Down 1 Cincinnati-to-Nashville dir.

2 Shelley’s “__ Skylark” 3 Pariahs 4 Private school student 5 Parchment user 6 Atmo- kin 7 “Ash Wednesday” poet’s monogram 8 __ by fire 9 Speed 10 Ambulance VIPs 11 Fluffy scarf 12 Golfer Sorenstam, who was among

See puzzle solutions on page 38

See puzzle solution on page 38 the first women to become honorary members of St Andrews golf club in February 2015 13 Comeback 17 More than sniffle 21 “One Mic” rapper 22 Carpet type 23 The last Mrs. Chaplin 24 __ renewal 25 How some wines are sorted 26 Facing: Abbr.

28 Pommes frites sprinkling 31 Nutritional stat 32 Coin for Putin 33 …cole attendee 35 Korean soldier 36 Speaking from memory

37 Spud sprouts 38 Furtive attention-getter 39 Saturn, for one 40 Like sketchbook paper 41 Collected dust 42 Rainbow makers 43 Big brass output 45 Formal admission 47 Lisa of “Enemy of the State” 48 They can be hard to fight 49 Atlanta-based health agcy.

51 Sherbet flavor 54 Repent 55 Photo __ 56 Throw too low, say 57 Merkel’s “never” 58 Captured

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: Damage, Damages Damage refers to destruction of some kind.

The sun’s UVA and UVB rays can permanently damage the skin.

Damages refer to compensation awarded by a court of law.

The court awarded substantial damages to the affected families.

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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Equestricon™: An Idea Whose Time Has Come

by Tom Amello For Saratoga TODAY The antidote for my post-Saratoga racing season melancholia arrived by way of a well-timed press conference and hopeful announcement from “Equestricon™," Horse Racing’s First Ever ‘Fan Centric’ Convention.” As the New York Racing Association (NYRA) prepared to close the books and declare another successful Saratoga racing season, members of the media, as well as supportive Thoroughbred racing entities and individuals gathered to attend and participate in the announcement. The event is scheduled during the 2017 NYRA racing season from August 13 – 15 at the Saratoga Springs City Center.

Three individuals, with different links to Thoroughbred racing but deeply committed to the health and future of racing in America, developed a single idea: “Equestricon™ is committed to creating an extremely fun and unprecedented outlet for any and all racing enthusiasts to engage with the sport like never before.” In other words, “FanCentric.” Breeder/owners Kathryn Sharp and Justin Nicholson formed a coalition with racing journalist and

Thoroughbred racing Ambassador Dan Tordjman, to forge a plan and bring that plan to reality.

Equestricon™ is millennialconceived, millennial-driven and millennial-centered. That, in and of itself, is great for Thoroughbred racing. The convention program will feature entertainment areas, live music, autograph signings, meet-n-greets, product and technology demos, and rows of exhibitors. More importantly, interactive panel discussions, breakout sessions and town halls will foster engagement between speakers and attendees. Equestricon™ will be the medium for actual engagement between the Thoroughbred industry and its customers, current and new. As watermelon-smashing comedian Gallagher might say, “Totally new concept!”

Equestricon™ has my attention. I have been of the opinion that Thoroughbred racing has lost its way, forgetting the business they are in (staging racing for wagering purposes), disregarding, if not driving away, current customers, and failing miserably at attracting new customers, especially millennials. Add the stormy political climate between New York Racing and Governor Cuomo, and the landscape is bleak.

Equestricon™ is an idea whose time has come.

“On a grand scale, Sharp said, “we’re building the foundation upon which the industry can unite, meet face-to-face with its fans and end-users, and present the sport of racing as a cohesive entertainment industry.”

Since the industry is anything but cohesive and thus cannot accomplish this important task, Equestricon™ has emerged to do it. Sharp continued,

Gathering in front of the Saratoga Springs City Center to announce the first-ever Equestricon will take place in the Spa City in 2017. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

“Long term, we envision Equestricon becoming the ultimate showcase for – and celebration of –advances in the areas of aftercare, technology, marketing, fan development and more.”

Among those in attendance and taking turns at the podium to offer overwhelming support to the Equestricon™ initiative were Terry Finley, President of West Point Thoroughbreds, and trainer Graham Motion. West Point Thoroughbreds (no affiliation with the U.S. Military Academy at West Point) is one of the most successful public racing partnerships in the country. Graham Motion is one of the country’s premier trainers, a consummate horseman and an enthusiastic advocate for equine safety and post-career care.

Equestricon™ also announced

the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA) as their official charity partner.

Given the intention, goals, timing and location of the Equestricon™ press conference, conspicuous by their absence was any representative from the NYRA. What better time to schedule… what better city to host… a convention intended to celebrate and grow Thoroughbred racing and new fans than Saratoga Springs? I’ve marked my calendar and added Equestricon™ to my Saratoga 2017 schedule. I’ll be following the development of the final convention schedule through Equestricon.org.

Tom Amello began his Thoroughbred education over 50 years ago. In 1984, Tom created his own database of New York trainers & horses that became the foundation for

the Saratoga selection sheet, Trackfacts.

For over twenty years Tom produced and hosted original programming covering Thoroughbred racing for Capital District OTB Television. Tom conducts numerous handicapping seminars and workshops, including participation in “Count Down to…” programs at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame and the “History, Horses and Handicapping” program at SUNY Empire State College’s Academy for Lifelong Learning. In 2013, Tom published Playing the Odds Board: Gateway to the Game ™, a guide that makes betting easier to understand and more fun for those new to Thoroughbred racing. Tom, with his daughter Kate, owns and operates the Brunswick at Saratoga Bed & Breakfast at 143 Union Avenue in Saratoga Springs. Contact Tom at trkfacts@nycp.rr.ocm.

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A New Star on the Horizon

BH/BL Soph QB LaPietro Shines in Debut as Spartans Get Revenge in Opener

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY AMSTERDAM — Late last October, the Amsterdam Rams ended Burnt Hills/Ballston Lake’s 10 year championship run with an emphatic 33-7 win on an eerie-quiet BH/BL field.

Not this time.

The Spartans had to wait nearly a year to extract revenge, but when the bell rang - they were ready. The Spartans ran off 22 consecutive points while shutting out the Rugged Rams in the second half and won going away 29-20.

In truth, while they had to wait, in one sense the rematch came

early. Earlier in the week, Coach Matt Shell remarked that he never had a playoff rematch so early. He promised that BH/BL would be ready. And ready they were.

A special story line of the game was the debut of #8 Sophomore Darien LaPietro at QB. He stood tall (6’2”/ 197 lbs.) in the pocket, and shook of early

interceptions that were clearly the product of mis-reading routes rather than throwing badly.

In the fourth, LaPietro read the defense properly. It was stacked against the run and he lofted a 64-yard catch and run to senior wide receiver Jackson Lindberg (#20) to ice the victory. Spartan fans, you clearly

have someone to watch - it’s only one game, but LaPietro’s evolution and clear-headedness bode well for him to be a worthy successor to graduated John Clayton. Well done.

Next up for the Spartans: Home opener against neighboring Scotia/Glenville, Friday September 9 at 7 p.m.

Photo by MarkBolles.com

Despite some early game glitches, Sophomore QB Darien LaPietro ran the offense with the verve of a seasoned vet, and eventually led the Spartans to victory

Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016

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Running? You Need a Quality Shoe!

by Damian Fantauzzi for Saratoga TODAY Take your running, treadmill workouts, and track runs to the next level with running shoes cut for your foot, whether wide, regular, or slim.

Shop from the top brands in active shoes and footwear for women and men. There is more to this technology that has become the norm for people wanting to work out.

Running has an effect on the whole body, so it’s important to get a quality shoe.

In today’s world of jogging, fashion has also found its place in the runner world.

Shoe colors and logos leave us with plenty to choose from. It used to be that white and black were the only choices of active footwear. For example, I’m semi-embarrassed to say, that I have 8 to 10 pair of crossover, or running shoes. I just love the way they feel. It’s not just for exercise, I wear whichever shoes I’d like to put on daily because they’re so comfortable. Summer is my favorite time due to the fact the shoes don’t have to be subject to ice and snow.

Here’s something to consider, a good shoe is going to help you physically, whether walking or running. Everyone is different, some people have high arches, or no arches, but we all pronate when we walk, or run. Those with flat feet, low arches, or overly flexible arches tend to over-pronate.

Pronation is the inward movement of the foot as it rolls to distribute the force of impact of the ground as you walk and run. Believe it or not, it’s a natural movement of the foot.

The foot normally flattens when it hits the ground and rolls to the inside. If your foot

flattens too much, rolls too much or not enough, problems can develop from toes to spine.

Overpronation • Definition: Excessive inward roll of the foot after landing. The foot continues to roll when it should be pushing off.

This twists the foot, shin and knee and can cause pain in all those areas.

• Diagnosis: You will see excessive wear on the inner side of your running shoes. Your shoes will tilt inward if you place them on a flat surface. Knock knees or flat feet contribute to over-pronation. More: Are You an Overpronator?

• Remedies: Wear shoes with straight or semi-curved lasts.

Motion-control or stability shoes with firm, multi-density midsoles and external control features that limit pronation are best. Over-the-counter orthotics or arch supports can help, too. Overpronation causes extra stress and tightness to the muscles, so do a little extra stretching.

• Top Picks for Motion Control Shoes Supination (Under-pronation) • Definition: Insufficient inward roll of the foot after

Schuylerville Rolls Late and Often Black Horses Overcome Deficit to Roll Past Schalmont, 35-26 SCHUYLERVILLE— Schuylerville opened defense of their State Tournament Finalist season by facing Schalmont – a team that the Black Horses dispatched with ease in the 2016 playoffs, 42-0. This time

it was not as easy: Schuylerville overcame a 19-14 halftime deficit and got the job done, 35-26.

Derek Willson, who finished with 137 yards on 22 carries, rushed for three TD’s (67, 10 and 3

yards) and the Black Horses had 298 yards as a team. But it was the gangtackling defense – holding down Schalmont to one second half TD, that allowed the Horses to find their stride and breeze to the eventual win.

The gang-tackling Schuylerville defense slowed down Schalmont enough for the offense to find it’s rhythm. Photo by MarkBolles.com

landing. This places extra stress on the foot and can result in iliotibial band syndrome of the knee, Achilles tendinitis and plantar fasciitis.

• Diagnosis: Your shoes will show excessive wear on the entire outside edge, with the side of the shoe becoming overstretched. Your shoes will tilt outward when placed on a flat surface. High arches and tight Achilles tendons contribute to supination.

Remedies: Wear shoes with curved lasts to allow pronation. Lightweight trainers allow more foot motion. Check for flexibility on the inner side of the shoe. Supinators should do extra stretching for the calves, hamstrings, quads and iliotibial band.

I found this info through Google in an informative article

by Wendy Bumgardner, who has written many articles relating to walking and running, Wendy is also a marathon coach.

I have had my share of foot related problems, I’m flat footed and one has to be aware of the consequences that come with the condition. There’s a major concern for those who

might be over weight, as difficulties can occur from the lack of the proper support for your feet, relating not only to the feet but the negative affects to the hips, knees and back. If you are one who would like to get yourself in better shape, start with walking, a good running shoe really can make the difference even when walking.

There are other solutions in addition to a good shoe, and that’s getting prescribed orthotics for yourself, or a pair of quality arch support, something to research. Obviously arch supports are more affordable, but some people with extensive foot problems might need an expert to line them up correctly with orthopedic inserts. It’s a necessity to your physical health wear good shoes, especially if you intend to start a personal running program.

In the short of it all, to run/jog, or walk for physical activity, it’s imperative to purchase a top running shoe.

You can hurt so many area of your physical well being with cheap shoes. As a coach, I’m convinced that it’s worth the financial investment.

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COMMUNITY SPORTS BULLETIN Strikes & Spares for the Center for Disability Services Bowling enthusiasts of all ages are encouraged to roll into the fall season at the NYSCOPBA BowlA-Thon, presented by Southwest Airlines, on Sunday, September 18.

There will be family friendly fun from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Saratoga Strike Zone, 32 Ballston Avenue in Saratoga Springs.

In addition to bowling, there will be music provided by a FLY 92 DJ, food and drink, face painting and a silent auction. All proceeds benefit the Center for Disability Services Foundation, Inc. The Bowl-A-Thon will honor the memory of Brian Viele, who was part of the Center for more than 40 years, first as a toddler, then as a Langan School graduate and finally as a participant in the Center¹s adult programs.

Registration is $15 per person or $45 for a team of four. Players may raise the money through donations from friends and family, or they may pay to play. Donations are welcome and may be made through PayPal. Event sponsorships are also available.

For information, registration, sponsorships or donations, go to www.cfdsny.org or call 518-944-2122.

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Send your sports stories or briefs to Arthur Gonick, Sports Editor at arthur@saratogapublishing.com

Tenth Annual Falling Leaves 5K The Tenth Annual Falling Leaves 5K in the village of Ballston Spa will be held on the Saturday of Columbus Day weekend on October 8. The 5K race starts and ends at Kelly Park on Ralph Street in Ballston Spa. Day of race registration starts at 8:30 a.m. with the race starting at 10 a.m. Awards for the top male and female overall, and top 3 male and female in each age division (no duplicates).

Age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. Kids fun run (Free) will be held after the 5K with each participant receiving a ribbon. Stay for delicious baked goods and an opportunity to win gift certificates to local businesses. Last year, local businesses donated over $1,800 in gift certificates!

Day of Race Registration is $30. Long sleeved T-shirts guaranteed to the first 200 registrations. Parking is available at the village pool.

This race benefits Vet HELP program earmarked for the Vet House and Guardian House for male and female homeless Veterans Applications and online registration: ballstonspaumchurch. org/falling-leaves-5k-run.html

Saratoga Springs Recreation Department Offering New Basketball Program

The Saratoga Springs Recreation Department is offering a new co-ed program for 3-5 year olds and their parents called Tiny B’Ball.

Register for this and all 2016-2017 basketball programs at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center at 15 Vanderbilt Avenue.

Questions? Contact us 518587-3550 x2300 or email recreservations@saratoga-springs.org.

Join us on the courts this season!

Zoom Over To Zumba at Gavin Park Zumba, the Latin-inspired, dance-fitness craze, continues to be a popular recreational offering at Wilton’s Gavin Park! Sign up now for the latest round of Zumba classes which will run Mondays from 5:45-6:45 p.m., with sessions being offered September 12October 31 (not 10/3 or 10/12) or November 7 -­ December 21.

Pre-registration is required.

No drop-ins will be allowed. A minimum of 10 people must register for a session to run. No more than 75 people will be accepted per session. Registration ends one business day prior to the start date for each session.

Registration may be completed online, in person, or via U.S. Mail. Online registrations may be completed by going to http:// townofwilton.com/departments/ parks-and-recreation and selecting the appropriate quick link. In person registrations can be completed at the Gavin Park Office, which is open weekdays from 9

Puzzle solutions from pg. 34 Send your sports stories or briefs to Arthur Gonick, Sports Editor at arthur@saratoga publishing.com

a.m. until 5 p.m. Payment by check, MasterCard/VISA, or money order is accepted. All participants must be at least 15 years old. Any questions? Call 518-584-9455.

Saratoga Fall Youth Field Hockey Program The Saratoga Springs Booster Club will be hosting its sixth fall season of youth field hockey beginning on August 30 and ending on October 1. The program is open to youths in grades third through sixth. No experience needed.

The program features practices working on fundamental skills and at least three play days with other area school club programs.

The youth program brochure can be downloaded from the Booster Club’s website at www.eteamz. com/Saratogafieldhockey1.

Registration is now open and the cost is $95 for the fall season, which includes a team vest for new players. For more information please contact Jo-Anne Hostig, Saratoga head field hockey coach at Tig10@juno.com

Fall Youth Beginner Tennis Lessons at Gavin Park Open to ages 7-10. Learn the basic skills of tennis.

Program takes place on our tennis courts. In the event of rain, the program will be held in our gym. Tennis rackets available for use.

Registration ends Sept. 19.

Minimum 8 people; Maximum 12 Register online: https:// apm.activecommunities.com/ wiltonrecreation/

Fall Youth Rugby Dates: September 11 October 30 Location: Saratoga Rugby Grounds (5 Clement Ave) Ages: 6-13 (Boys and Girls) Times: Sundays 1 - 2:30 p.m.

Registration Link: https:// saratogarugby.org/youth/ Facebook Page: https:// w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / groups/1477271199192594/ PROGRAM OVERVIEW: Welcome to the new and most exciting Olympic Sport! The Youth Rugby program follows the same safe guidelines and principles as other youth programs around the world. This non-contact variation of rugby introduces all types of athletes to the fastest growing sport in all of America! Over the course of the program, participants will learn the fundamental components and rules of the sport, as well as progress to flag variation game models. Rugby incorporates skill components of many popular sports (soccer, basketball, lacrosse, football). This global emphasis of sportsmanship and comraderie in the game of rugby is taught and implemented in this program. The program is run, coached and part of Saratoga Rugby Club!

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Blondes Battle Brunettes on the Gridiron!

Skidmore College’s Wachenheim Field site of Sixth Annual Flag Football Game to Benefit Alzheimer’s Association

The Blondes and Brunettes may be all Smiles Now – but when they take the Field at Skidmore on Saturday – it’s War!

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The battle lines have been drawn. The hair care products and makeup have been stowed away in the lockers. Let the gridiron battle to end a classic rivalry begin.

It’s Blondes vs. Brunettes! In it’s sixth incantation, occurring on the turf at Skidmore’s Wachenheim Field on Saturday, September 10. Gates open at 4 p.m., followed by pre-game festivities and kick-off at 5 p.m.

The two teams, divided based on the age-old rivalry between blondes and brunettes, aim to increase awareness of Alzheimer’s disease among a new generation. Funds raised will benefit the care, support,

advocacy and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association.

Alzheimer’s disease is a growing epidemic and the nation’s sixth leading cause of death. More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s and this number is estimated to grow to as many as 16 million by year 2050. In New York State alone, there are nearly 400,000 people living with Alzheimer’s.

Tickets are $10, and can be purchased online or at the box office. To buy tickets online, visit act.alz.org/site/TR/BvB/ NY-NortheasternNewYork? team_ id=324944&pg=team &fr_ id=9567 Whether you root for the blondies or the brownies, you are doing your part to make treatment and eventual cure of Alzheimer’s the big winner in the second half.

For more information about

Alzheimer’s disease or Blondes vs. Brunettes, go to alz.org or call 800-272-3900.

- Arthur Gonick

Volume 11 • Issue 36

Week of September 9 – September 15, 2016

FREE

Revenge of the SPORTS Spartans!

It took nearly a year for Burnt Hills/Ballston Lake to avenge their loss at home to Amsterdam in the playoffs, but as you can see by their fans, this was well worth waiting for! The Spartans ventured to Amsterdam this time, overcame a large deficit, and won going away at the end 29-20. In so doing, they may have found a new soph star under center. More details and photos on page 36. Photo By Francesco D’Amico. Meanwhile, Mark Bolles ventured east to Schuylerville, where he encountered a similar story line in the Black Horses’ victory. See page 37. And we preview the Blondes vs. Brunettes fundraiser to benefit Alzheimer’s Association at Skidmore on Saturday. Football in full flower – and we’ve got it from end to end.