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Volume 9 • Issue 44 • November 7 - November 13, 2014

Eyes on The Pies!

by Megin Potter For Saratoga TODAY

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New Home for Code Blue

Salvation Army Will Host Emergency Shelter

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — As the city prepares for the holiday season, another set of preparations have been underway to assure that many who are not as fortunate as others will have some relief from winter’s icy chill.

See Code Blue pg. 12

BALLSTON SPA — “Happiness is still homemade” declares a sign hanging above the entrance to Shelley Smith’s kitchen. It’s a place where family and friends are pitching in together to make pies and where customers come in droves to get a small taste of home.

It was a cold, blustery day and I let the warm and inviting smells of baking apples and brownies draw me in to Smith’s Orchard Bake Shop.

It is a small, unassuming building located at the front of their 1,000acre farm that almost never came to be. In 1999, a fire, started by faulty farm machinery, consumed what is now cold storage for their apples but miraculously stopped just short of the kitchen, which was only framed in at the time.

See Pies pg. 26

SARATOGA SPRINGS — A 15-game winning streak, a No. 1 seed in the postseason and a second consecutive Section II Class AA finals appearance were three things the Saratoga Springs girls’ soccer team probably didn’t envision when they started the season 1-2.

But that’s what happened.

The stellar win streak in the Suburban Council came to an end after Wednesday’s championship game in Stillwater, as the No. 1 Blue Streaks (14-2-0) fell short to No. 6 Bethlehem, 2-1.

Bethlehem (12-4-2) scored 13 minutes into the match and again shortly after halftime, and the 2-0

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Voice for Veterans

27 Woodlawn Ave. Photo by MarkBolles.com

Great Season Falls Short

by Brian Cremo Saratoga TODAY

Featured Stories

Ellery Bianco

YaYa VanNess (white)

See Story pg.8

Inside TODAY Blotter 5 Obits 6 Education

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Business 16-17 Pulse 37-39 Sports 44-47

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deficit was too much for Saratoga Springs to overcome.

It might have been the only thing the 2014 Blue Streaks didn’t overcome. After avenging a 6-0 loss to Niskayuna in the See Soccer pg. 44

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Take Me To Vote!

SARATOGA SPRINGS — A program implemented by the League of Women Voters of Saratoga County, Take Me To Vote is designed to encourage and prepare children for the rights and responsibilities of citizenship.

Students were encouraged to ask an adult to take them to the polls on Election Day. Pictured here are Barbara Thomas, a LWV Saratoga County member with her grandchildren Asher and Nicola Thomas, both fifth graders at Lake Avenue School. The students accompanied Barbara to vote at Presbyterian New England Congregational Church, 24 Circular Street in Saratoga Springs. The LWV goal is to instill a lifelong habit of voting – something everyone should encourage.

Photos By MarkBolles.com

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NEWS

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Shelters of Saratoga Opens Its Doors to the Community SARATOGA SPRINGS —­In conjunction with National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness week (on Nov. 15 to 23,) Shelters of Saratoga (SOS) is inviting the community to meet the staff, learn more about the shelter and its outreach programs, and tour the facility. To that end, SOS’s Fourth Annual Open House and Donation Drive is being held on Friday, Nov. 14, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the shelter’s 14 Walworth Street, Saratoga Springs location.

“Homelessness is a community issue,” says Michael Finocchi, who was recently named SOS’s Executive Director. “This open house is a wonderful opportunity for us to share what we do and to let the community know how they can help,” stated Finocchi.

Finocchi joined SOS in August with more than 12 years of experience in director positions. Most recently, he was the director of a 51-bed single room occupancy (SRO) facility for Catholic Charities Housing in Troy. Prior to that, he was the director of a 182-bed SRO facility in Schenectady.

Every story of homelessness is different, as are the circumstances that ultimately lead the individual to SOS. In December 2013, Kelvin Davis came to SOS. “I didn’t want to stay in a homeless shelter, but I was so wrong. I quickly found that this was where I needed to be,” said Davis.

In addition to providing food and shelter, case managers assist SOS houseguests with goal setting, navigating systems and connecting with their network

of partnering agencies. “After just eight days I found a job and things started to fall into place,” says Davis. “They encouraged and counseled me in several areas of my life, which prepared me for the challenges that I would have to face day-to-day,” Davis concluded.

He currently has stable housing, is a student at John Paolo’s Extreme Beauty School and was recently named “Employee of the Month” at Hannaford Supermarket where he works part time.

In 2013, SOS assisted 453 men and women through their homeless shelter program. The mobile outreach and newly launched youth outreach programs made over 1,000 face-to-face contacts with homeless or at-risk youth, adults and families in the Greater Saratoga region.

Volunteers and generous community donations are the lifeblood of SOS. Davis recalled, “I was very sad to be living in a shelter during the holidays. I didn’t think anybody cared what I was feeling or what I was going

through emotionally, but the staff at SOS and the community in their own special way said ‘we care, Kelvin, and there will be brighter days ahead.’”

“SOS can make a difference in an individual’s life,” said Lynn Bradley, SOS Board President.

“We’re so very fortunate to have an organization like SOS in this region and can be proud of the Shelter’s many success stories.”

SOS is the only homeless shelter that provides services for both men and women in Saratoga, Warren and Washington counties. For the past 23 years, SOS has helped individuals with accessing and obtaining shelter, food and clothing; employment and transportation assistance, and case management. Recent additions to SOS’s array of services include mobile outreach to homeless and at-risk youth, ‘street homeless’ individuals, and both individuals and families residing in area motels.

For more information on SOS, visit sheltersofsaratoga.org.

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week in Review Richard Emery of the Saratoga Co. Sheriff ’s Office attends Jail Administrators Training Conference

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SARATOGA SPRINGS – More than 100 county jail administrators from 55 county sheriff ’s offices attended the Jail Administrators’ Continuing Education Conference at the Gideon Putnam Hotel in Saratoga Springs in October.

Nationally known corrections consultant Carrie Hill, Esq. of Criminal Justice Consulting, LLC was a featured speaker at the conference, presenting an extended update on legal issues facing

corrections facilities.

New York State Sheriffs’ Association (NYSSA) President and Chemung County Sheriff Chris Moss presented certificates at the close of the conference along with Saratoga County Sheriff Mike Zurlo, Warren County Sheriff Bud York, and Rockland County Sheriff Lou Falco. The conference is part of a training series offered each year by the New York State Sheriffs’ Association.

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(Left to right) Saratoga Co. Sheriff Mike Zurlo, NYSSA President and Chemung Co. Sheriff Chris Moss, Richard Emery of Saratoga Co., Warren Co. Sheriff Bud York, and Rockland Co. Sheriff Lou Falco.

Soroptimist International Seeking Applicants for Ruby Award SARATOGA COUNTY – Soroptimist International of Saratoga County, an international volunteer organization for business and professional women, offers The Soroptimist Ruby Award, honoring women who, through their professional or personal efforts, are making extraordinary differences in the lives of women or girls.

Honorees are women who have worked to improve the lives of other women and girls. Their work has had a significant impact, helping to promote the issues that are important to the Soroptimist organization and also inspires and encourages

other women. The award recipient is provided a cash grant to be donated to the recipient’s charity of choice.

Women may nominate themselves or another woman they feel is deserving of this honor.

If you wish to apply for this grant, please email a request for an application to Marianne Needham at mneedham@skidmore.edu or visit www.soroptimistsaratoga.org to download the application. Application submissions are due to Soroptimist International of Saratoga County

by Monday, Dec. 1.

Ex-Blogger Pleads Guilty to Hacking Charge

Malta Moves Forward with Regional Traffic Study

ALBANY – Former Saratoga County blogger, 56-year-old John Tighe of Milton, has pleaded guilty to a computer hacking-related charge.

Tighe, the blogger behind “Saratoga In Decline,” entered a guilty plea Wednesday in Albany County Court on a charge related to hacking into a computer system owned by NXIVM, a Coloniebased company.

As part of the hacking investigation in 2013, authorities seized Tighe’s computer and discovered a cache of child pornography. Tighe will face charges related to the child pornography in U.S. District Court.

MALTA – Malta town leaders are moving forward with a $500,000 study to explore methods of minimizing traffic problems up to 20 years into the future.

The study, to be overseen by the Center for Economic Growth, comes after traffic concerns many cite as the result of Saratoga County’s emerging tech industry in the Luther Forest Technology Campus. One proposal is to construct an additional Northway exit for traffic headed to GlobalFoundries.

The study will take approximately 18 months to complete.

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Saratoga County Agricultural Society Elects New Board Members

Kenny Bowman, Mike Conley and Kevin Veitch

BALLSTON SPA – The Saratoga County Agricultural Society recently announced three new board members from elections held at its annual meeting in October. The new board members include Kenny Bowman, Mike Conley and Kevin Veitch.

Kenny Bowman has been active in the agricultural community his whole life, growing up at Bowman Orchards. Bowman was an exhibitor at the Saratoga County Fair since the age of six and competed with animals from rabbits to draft horses. Prior to his election, Bowman served as an ad-hoc in the grandstand/motorsports departments for the past three years.

Mike Conley began volunteering in the antiques department of the Saratoga County Fair 16 years ago, eventually adding responsibilities in gates, campgrounds and overseeing the beer garden.

He brings more than 20 years of

management experience with local companies Robotics Inc. and Guyson Corp. to the board.

He is currently a consultant with Solar City.

Kevin Veitch is currently serving as the Code Enforcement Officer for the City of Saratoga Springs. In the past, Veitch was a dedicated volunteer donating his time to organizations as diverse as First New York Federal Credit Union, CSEA, and Gateway House, while also volunteering with the Town of Greenfield ZBA, and the City of Saratoga Real Estate and Safety Committees.

Kevin joined the Saratoga County Fair in 2014 as an ad-hoc in the concessions department.

The SCAS Board consists of 21 members serving three-year terms.

Elections are held annually for seven positions on the board and the average term of service of the current board is 14 years.

Saratoga Juice Bar Announces Contest for New Juice

SARATOGA SPRINGS – Saratoga Juice Bar has announced its very first “Create Your Own Juice” contest. Contestants will come up with their own juice recipe using any combination of up to five fruit and/or vegetable ingredients.

Saratoga Juice Bar will then select two juices to run as a juice special for consecutive one-week periods in November. Total juice sales for the two finalists will be tallied

and the winner will be determined by most bottles sold. The winner will have their juice featured for sale at Saratoga Juice Bar for the entire month of December.

The contestant will need to come up with the five ingredients, create a name for the juice and submit their entry. Ballots may be completed on premise at Saratoga Juice Bar, 390 Broadway, or emailed to the store at juice@saratogajuicebar.com.

Week of November 7 - November 13, 2014 Christopher M. Rose, 43, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested Oct. 29 and charged with assault.

and charged with improper vehicle equipment, DWI and BAC more than .08 percent.

Michael J. Galvin, 45, of Mechanicville, was arrested Oct. 29 and charged with criminal possession of stolen property.

Charles J. Mehalick, 29, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested Nov. 1 and charged with refusing a prescreen test, criminal possession of a controlled substance, resisting arrest, DWI, failure to keep right, BAC more than .08 percent and aggravated DWI.

Darren J. Grover, 48, of Troy, was arrested Oct. 29 and charged with DWI, aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle, failure to obey a traffic control device and a BAC more than .08 percent.

Adam M. Hill, 29, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested Oct. 29 and charged with strangulation and assault.

Nelson D. Soto, 49, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested Oct. 30 and charged with assault, criminal possession of a weapon, menacing, unlawful possession of marijuana and disorderly conduct.

Christopher M. Richute, 43, of Ballston Spa, was arrested Oct. 31 and charged with forcible touching and unlawful imprisonment.

Jeffrey R. LaFountain, 21, of Corinth, was arrested Nov. 1 and charged with unlawful possession of marijuana.

Jason D. Lant, 40, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested Nov. 1 and charged with DWI, BAC more than .08 percent, aggravated DWI, failure to keep right and speeding.

Patrick T. LaCourse, 22, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested Nov. 1

Daniel P. Little, 50, of Mayfield, was arrested Nov. 1 and charged with failure to signal a turn, following a motor vehicle too closely, DWI and BAC more than .08 percent.

Jaquai D. Anderson, 24, of Schenectady, was arrested Nov. 1 and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle.

Samantha E. Martinez, 20, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested Nov. 2 and charged with failure to stop at a stop sign and aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle.

Angelique M. Robinson, 28, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested Nov. 2 and charged with ability impaired by drugs, failure to keep right and an unsafe lane change.

Nestor B. Rodriguez, 40, of the Bronx, was arrested Nov. 2 and charged with DWI, failure to signal a turn, an unsafe lane change and speeding.

Thomas A. Lynn, 56, of Corinth, was arrested Nov. 2 and charged with attempted burglary and

BLOTTER criminal mischief.

Troy J. Huggard, 42, of Ballston Spa, was arrested Nov. 3 and charged with disorderly conduct.

SENTENCINGS Vince C. Golish, 53, of Rock City Road in Milton, pled to the charges of DWI, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, criminal possession of a controlled substance and unlawful possession of marijuana Oct. 30. Sentencing is scheduled for Dec. 23 at 1:15 p.m.

Darryl S. Fitzgerald, 51, of Caribou Court in Ballston spa, was sentenced to 30 days in Saratoga County Jail, five years probation and an ignition interlock device Oct. 30. He pled to the charge of DWI Sept. 4.

Edward J. McCarthy, 50, of Phillips Road in Stillwater, was sentenced to one year in state prison and two years post release supervision Oct. 30. He pled to the charge of attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance on Sept. 4.

Santiago G. Agosto, 53, of Dunham Pond Road in Greenfield Center, was sentenced to time served, five years probation and $2,500 restitution plus surcharge Oct. 30. He pled to the charge of grand larceny on Sept. 4.

Justin M. LeMatty, 26, of Forrest Grove in Halfmoon, was sentenced to two years in state prison and 10 years post release supervision Oct. 30. He pled to the charge of a criminal sex act on Sept. 4 Jeremy C. Odum, 32, of State Route 9 in Malta, pled to the charge of failure to report an address change within 10 calendar days Nov. 5. Sentencing will be Jan. 13.

Joseph C. Golden, 44, of Bockes Road in Greenfield Center, pled to the charge of criminal contempt Nov. 5. Sentencing will be Dec. 23 at 10 a.m.

Brian J. Bakerian, 33, of Arbore Avenue in Mechanicville, was sentenced to five years probation and $4,200 restitution plus a surcharge Nov. 5. He pled to the charge of grand larceny Sept. 10.

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Lawrence P. Lee, 27, of Salzburg Village in Palmyra, pled to the charge of attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance. Sentencing will be Dec. 23 at 11 a.m.

David Acevedo, 22, of Cherry Street in Saratoga Springs, pled to the charge of failure to report an address change within 10 calendar days. His sentencing will be Nov. 12 at 9:30 a.m.

Zeppelin S.R. Murphy, 30, of Lamplighter Acres in Moreau, pled to the charge of criminal possession of marijuana.

Sentencing will be Dec. 23 at 9:30 a.m.

Nicholas J. Janiszak, 27, of Earl Lynn Court in Cohoes, pled to the charge of DWI Oct. 30. Sentencing will Dec. 23 at 9:45 a.m.

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obituaries

Aaron M. Mastropietro STILLWATER — Aaron M. Mastropietro, 18, passed away suddenly on Monday, Oct. 27.

Born in Troy on June 5, 1996, he was the son of Shawn and Cindy Mastropietro.

Aaron graduated with the class of 2014 from Stillwater Central High School and was currently a student of Hudson Valley Community College.

Aaron loved playing sports and spending time with his friends and family.

He will be remembered for

his bright and constant smile and the humor he brought to all of the lives he touched.

Survivors in addition to his parents include his brother, Nathan Mastropietro, of Stillwater; maternal grandparents Roger and Kathy Bullis of Mechanicville; paternal grandparents Carmine and Paula Mastropietro of Mechanicville; two great-grandmothers, Nellie Bullis and Theresa Mastropietro; and many loving aunts, uncles and cousins.

Michael Cammisa Jr. WILTON — Michael Cammisa Jr., 32, passed away Sunday, Oct. 26.

Born on May 21, 1982 in Staten Island, he was the son of Michael Cammisa, Sr. and the late Kristine Cammisa.

Michael was a loving man and dedicated father.

In addition to his father, he is survived by his fiancé, Jen Griffin; children, Dylan

Griffin, Anthony Cammisa, Giana Cammisa, Adriana Cammisa, Dominic Cammisa, Giuliana Cammisa and Arabella Cammisa; and sister, Emily Cammisa.

Donations may be made to the Michael Cammisa Jr. Memorial Fund, c/o Saratoga National Bank, 171 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Marion G. (Ball) Priester SARATOGA SPRINGS — Marion G. (Ball) Priester, 88, of West Circular Street, passed away Thursday, Oct. 30 in her home.

She was born Dec. 5, 1925 in Saratoga Springs, the daughter of the late Lewis E. and Christina (Michel) Ball and was a lifelong city resident. A graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, she worked for the local telephone company, Pierce and Tarantino Insurance and the Division Street School.

She retired from the Saratoga Springs Jr./Sr. High School where she worked for many, many years as an administrator.

Marion enjoyed life and was always happy to share the history of Saratoga Springs, especially the interesting and famous people she met at the family boarding home and through accompanying her father on his electrical jobs.

She loved animals and was also a huge fan of Clark Gable.

Marion married Russell M. Priester on April 17, 1948 and they were happily married for 65 years. When Russell passed

away on May 26, 2013 he stilled called her “His Bride.”

In addition to her parents and her loving husband, Marion is predeceased by two sons, Dean R. and Russell Jr., her sisters Alvera Gaetano and Beulah (Pogie) Wright and her brother Louis E. Ball.

Survivors include two daughters, Candace (John) Petralia and Kimberly (Brad) Saville and one granddaughter, Amy Petralia, all of Saratoga Springs as well as many nieces and nephews. Marion is also survived by the wonderful caregivers who cared for and loved her as their own mother for the past year, Myrna Hall, Kim McCullen, Shelley Simms, Gina Hazen and Tina Passino.

Relatives and friends may call from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Nov.8 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes.

Services will be conducted at noon at the funeral home and burial will follow in the family plot at Greenridge Cemetery on Lake Avenue.

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Lyle Brown Jr. WILTON — Lyle Brown Jr., 86, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 1 at the Gateway House of Peace in Ballston Spa, with his loving family at his side.

He was born on July 22, 1928 in Glens Falls, the son of the late Lyle Sr. and Ella Rozell Brown.

Lyle married Nancy A. Petteys and they had 11 children together. He served his country in the U.S. Army, in Germany, during the Korean War. Lyle enjoyed farming, cutting wood and spending time at home with his family Lyle worked as a young man at the Wilton State Farm, and when he got married he worked as a mason’s tender as well as a construction worker.

Lyle is survived by his sons, Carl Brown and Lyle Brown III; daughters, Bonnie Headen (Will), Cindy Woutersz (David), Brenda Zimmer, Gayle Brown, Alice Carey (Carl) and Amy Brown; Nancy A (Pettys) Brown; brothers, Norman Brown (Joan) and Thomas Brown (Beverly); sisters, Beverly Cleveland, Peggy DeVivo, Zadie Winslow and Zella Elder; 18 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Lyle was preceded in death by his parents; sons, Timothy, Howard and Jeff Brown; and sister, Dixie Brown.

John Humiston GREENWICH — John Humiston, of Lowber Road in Greenwich, passed away suddenly on Tuesday Oct. 28. He was 57 years old.

Born on November 3, 1957 in Saratoga Springs, he was the son of the late Earl Humiston and Eunice May Flanders Humiston.

John was a master mechanic and loved to work on cars, especially classic cars. He worked for Broadway Auto Sales in Schuylerville.

He was a great drummer and in his day was one of the best drummers in the area. He was a member of various bands throughout his

life, such as Back Road Band and Kenny T and the Boys.

In his leisure, he enjoyed working on his 1964 Chevy Nova. He will be remembered as a happy guy who always had a good time with his friends and family.

John is predeceased by his best friend and greatest love, Sandy Wright, and a brother, Michael Humiston.

He is survived by a son, John Wright, of Greenfield, and his significant other, Jennifer Boyce; three brothers, Denny Humiston and his wife, Pam, of Greenwich, Lou Humiston of Wilton and Earl “Bucky” Humiston of South Carolina; two sisters, Debbie Brownell and her husband, Frankie, of Greenwich, and Gail Humiston of North Carolina; and four grandchildren, Damion, Cassandra, Mercedes and Garin; and his good friend and nephew Rodney Humiston of Schuylerville.

Susan Ann (Adams) Vitro GANSEVOORT — Susan Ann (Adams) Vitro passed away Monday, Nov. 3, after a valiant battle with ovarian cancer.

Born on June 21, 1957 in Mt. Kisco, she was the daughter of the late Lawton and Eleanor Adams.

Sue was a lifelong horse woman whose knowledge was endless. During her career, she managed several locations, most recently Stone Bridge Farm.

Sue was well respected throughout the thoroughbred industry.

Sue was passionate about her dogs, especially her beloved “Hattie.”

Fiercely competitive, over the past eight years, she attained championships in Agility, Herding, Tracking, Rally, and Obedience…all in spite of her chemotherapy.

Sue touched so many lives and accomplished so

very much. Those who knew her will truly miss her energy, her intelligence, her advice, and her disarming wit.

Susan was the beloved wife of Gary; cherished mother of Vincent, Marc, Gary Jr., David and daughter-in-law Amy; loving grandma to Alex, Maxx, Katy and Ryder; fond sister of Lee, Lawton, Vincent and Bonnie.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother Kenny.

Relatives and friends may call from 5-7 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 7 at the William J. Burke & Sons/ Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs (584-5373). A funeral service will follow at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.

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Voice for vets

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A Voice for Veterans:

On the 11th Day of the 11th Month

by Jackie Kingsland for Saratoga TODAY We approach a very important holiday dedicated to veterans and honoring those men and women in the Armed Services for their service and sacrifice to our country. While there will be holiday sales and a day off from school and/or work, a temporary reprieve from the daily grind, let’s keep in mind that this wouldn’t be possible without the dedication and boundless efforts of our service members.

If you’re contemplating ways to pay tribute to these veterans, there are many military organizations providing support to our troops— Operation Adopt a Soldier, Patriot Hills of New York, and local VFW Post 420, to name a few, who welcome individuals willing to volunteer their time, help with an event, or make a monetary donation, allowing for continuous support to veterans and their families.

There is always an array of local events to attend, paying tribute to veterans in our area. To name one such occasion, on Saturday, Nov.

8, the Saratoga County Veterans Service Agency will be hosting its third annual Revolutionary Run for Veterans. The 5k event begins at 10 a.m. (registration is at 9 a.m.

Please visit www.finishright.com to register) at Fort Hardy Park in Schuylerville. All proceeds benefit the Saratoga County Veterans Trust and Agency fund, established in 2011 by the Board of Supervisors to accept donations and make disbursements to Saratoga County Veterans and veteran’s organizations needing assistance.

Sponsorship of the

Revolutionary Run offers area veterans and their families aid with job training, health care, housing and education, as well as military groups and projects that provide support to Saratoga County veterans. All funds stay local. For further information and details, please contact the Veterans Service Agency at (518) 884-4115. The agency also offers a peer-to-peer mentoring program (www.veteranspeertopeer. org) established to provide returning veterans with a veteran mentor who can help with the transition and re-acclimation from combat back into civilian life.

Other celebrations to honor our veterans include a Military Appreciation Weekend at Adirondack Winery Nov. 8-11, welcoming veterans and offering a free wine tasting (with valid military ID) and a special 10 percent discount on wine purchases (call [518] 668-9463 for information) and a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the Veterans Miracle Center, 10 Interstate Ave., in Colonie on Friday, Nov. 14 and Saturday, Nov. 15, where an open house will begin at 10 a.m.

The VMC is a location for struggling heroes to receive basic necessities (clothing, personal hygiene products, bedding, home repair supplies, furniture and more). Contact (518) 438-4370 to let them know if you will attend the open house and/or should you need additional details.

Another way to honor our veterans is to pay tribute to them for

their lifelong service and sacrifice to our nation as well as the communities in which they lived and served:

In Remembrance of Sergeant First Class Raymond A. Paradise Jr. (1936-2014) Born in Albany Served 35 years with the U.S. Army He belonged to the 364th General Hospital Unit in Albany and also served overseas in Germany, Headquarter Company, 31st Transportation Battalion. SFC Paradise was the President for local Chapter 421 Woodman of the World as well as a social member of the Colonie Fire Company.

His efforts helped to facilitate funding for the flagpole at the fire department whereby both the flag and flagpole were donated by the Woodman of the World organization at a ceremonial raising of the flag, which ensued on Oct. 11, 2014. Raymond A. Paradise Jr. was honored by his family, friends, peers and members of the Colonie Fire Company at the event. He was the father of four children, Raymond E. (Karen), Christopher (Amy), and Joseph (Terri) Paradise and Cynthia A. (Robert) Krasney.

Thank you, SFC Paradise, for your service, your continued dedication to your community, and for your leadership and friendship. We keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

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In Remembrance of Eugene (Gene) J. Corsale (1928-2014) Lifelong Resident of Saratoga Springs and Advocate for Veterans He volunteered for duty with the U.S. Navy as the Korean War approached and was aboard the Battleship USS Wisconsin and Aircraft Carrier, USS, serving from 1950-54. During his military career, he was awarded many medals and was the recipient to the NYS Senate Liberty Medal as well the NYS Medal for Merit. Mr. Corsale was a member of many veterans’ organizations and community historical societies and served on the Board of Directors within the community where he was also recognized for his outstanding involvement and for

making a difference within the community. His lifelong efforts advocating for veterans included working as chairman of the USS Saratoga committee, restoring the St. Peter’s War Memorial on Broadway in Saratoga Springs, and being the originator and co-chairman of the monthly Saratoga County Honor a Deceased Veteran Program beginning in 1999.

Eugene Corale also coordinated the installation and dedication of the monument plaque on Railroad Place to those individuals involved in the “IraqAfghanistan War and the Global War on Terrorism,” and he successfully renamed the former Geyser Park field to “Veterans Memorial Park.” His advocacy for veterans’ causes and his service to his community continued throughout his

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life. Eugene J. Corsale passed away this year on March 15 at 85 years of age; husband to Barbara, father to Angela (Joseph) Brady and Anne Marie Corsale (husband Gary Keroack), and a veteran and honorable man.

As Veterans Day comes upon us, extend your hand, reach out to a veteran and thank them for their service, remember their sacrifice, and support the family members whose loved ones didn’t return home. Remember that although the missions may be over, the wars inside the hearts and minds of many service members lingers on. Honor their service and sacrifice.

And as always, thank you to all of our veterans and families for all that you do.

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NEWS

Zero Point Zero City Council Passes 2015 Budget

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — By a unanimous 5-0 vote on Monday, Nov. 3, the Saratoga Springs City Council passed an amended 2015 Budget totaling just under $41.76 million dollars. Under this budget there will be no property tax increase for city residents inside the district, and a small reduction for those outside it.

The final budget had some modifications from the original that was

presented—the overall difference was balanced, with revenue and expense reductions totaling $73,548.16.

One revised expense increase was a standout in the pre-vote discussion, both this evening and during the budget workshop period. A total of $30,000 was allocated for a part-time administrator position responsible for the city’s Parks, Open Lands and Historic Preservation (nicknamed “POSH”). This was balanced on the revenue side from a NYSERDA Sustainability Grant the city had received.

Mayor Joanne Yepsen had

advocated that this position be funded as a full-time one, citing a provision in the 2001 City Charter which residents had passed calling for such a position. The POSH position, however, had never received funding prior to the 2015 budget. In a letter to Commissioner of Finance Michele Madigan on Oct. 31, the mayor stated: “The fact that this job is not currently filled puts the city clearly out of compliance with the City Charter that was adopted via public referendum. Also, please be advised that while there are several positions

Saratoga County Releases 2015 Tentative Budget BALLSTON SPA — County Administrator Spencer P. Hellwig, III released the 2015 Tentative Budget on Monday Nov. 3. The budget includes over $7 million in discretionary spending cuts from initial departmental requests. Under this budget, the County will maintain its three percent local sales tax rate, which is the lowest in New York State and shared by only two other counties.

“Over the past four years, Saratoga County has successfully navigated from financial distress to recovery,” said Hellwig. “Although we are in a much better position now than we have been at any time during those years, 2015 will continue to be a rebuilding year.”

Board of Supervisors Vice Chairman Matthew Veitch, who provided strategic oversight during the budget making process as Chairman of the Law & Finance Committee added, “The release of this budget marks the best news about the County’s finances that we’ve been able to report in a long time. I credit all Supervisors but most importantly our past three Chairmen, Tom Wood, Alan Grattidge and Paul Sausville, for their hard work leading up to this day.”

Because 2014 will see the transfer of ownership of Maplewood Manor to Zenith Health Care Group, this contributes greatly to the stability reflected in the 2015 Tentative Budget.

Privatizing Maplewood will reduce the County’s workforce by 25 percent,

from approximately 1,400 to 1,000 employees, and equates to $10.5 million in savings in payroll, the County’s largest expense.

The second largest expense in the budget aside from state mandates is health insurance, and in the 2015 budget for the first time in county history, every single employee who is eligible for county health insurance coverage will be making a contribution to his or her premium cost.

The 2015 Tentative Budget also includes an appropriation to support the Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership next year.

Other highlights from the budget include: • A projected unappropriated General Fund Balance of $20 million as of January 1, 2015.

• Sales tax is budgeted at $115 million, reflecting 4 percent growth.

• The property tax levy is budgeted at $53,293,777, reflecting a very slight tax rate decrease.

Due to growth in the assessed values of real property countywide, this rate will generate an additional $839,272, which is well within the property tax cap and is still not nearly enough to fully cover the cost of unfunded mandates.

• Unfunded mandates will cost a net of more than $63 million, which exceeds the proposed property tax levy by more than $10 million, or nearly 20 percent.

• The Highway Fund and Equipment Fund budgets will

increase by 10 percent, largely due to restorations in road and bridge maintenance included in the 2015 Capital Program.

• The Capital Program continues investments that will improve the functionality and security of the County’s IT infrastructure.

• The 2015 Economic Development appropriation is $1.1 million, including $346,500 for the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce’s tourism marketing program and additional funding for the Chamber of Southern Saratoga County, Center for Economic Growth and Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership. This appropriation is partially offset by a dedicated revenue stream.

• The County’s budget for supported organizations is down, largely due to a $400,000 reduction in projected financial support needed by the Water Authority.

• There are no new positions in the Tentative Budget.

The Tentative Budget will be presented to the Law & Finance Committee for its hearings on Thursday, November 6 at 4 p.m. The Budget Workshop for Supervisors is scheduled for Thursday, November 13 at 3 p.m. At that time, there will be a review of any proposed changes to the Tentative Budget before the Public Hearing on December 3 and final adoption of the budget on December 10.

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required by the City Charter, this is the only one that remains unfilled.”

Mayor Yepsen reiterated her case for the full-time position at the council meeting, stating that it was more important than ever with the growth in the city to have a “fulltime steward” over open space and sustainability issues. She stated that this position would pay for itself, with grant income procured, savings and efficiencies and quality of life improvements that are desirable to young professionals.

Commissioner Madigan did not disagree with the spirit of this goal, yet differed on the procedural approach to funding of POSH. Madigan’s response to the mayor on Nov. 2 noted: “I view this (part-time funding) as a very positive start towards funding and filling that position. I have stated on the

record that I will work with you going forward to configure this important position, and the budget can be amended when we are ready to take the next steps.

“Your department is currently revising the job title, job description, job salary, and maybe even the Charter. It is more than reasonable to budget amounts sufficient to cover a part-time Administrator while the details of a full-time Administrator are still being sorted out. Moreover, the part-time position provides an opportunity to help us determine how to utilize the Administrator of Parks, Open Space and Historic Preservation.”

Both parties reiterated their positions in public during the Nov. 3 council meeting. In the end, the mayor noted that Commissioner Madigan’s pledge was why she was voting for passage of the amended budget.

Champlain Canalway Grant Awarded Pedestrian Trail To Connect Saratoga National Park Units in Schuylerville and Stillwater SARATOGA — The Town of Saratoga has been awarded a $368,000 grant to design and construct a 1.5-mile section of multiuse trail along the historic Old Champlain Canal through the Federal Lands Access Program. This section of the Champlain Canalway Trail will run from the Schuyler House in Schuylerville south to Garnsey Lane off of Route 4, where it will soon link to another segment of the Champlain Canalway Trail. The entire trail will run from Waterford to Whitehall, a span of 58 miles.

Superintendent Joe Finan of Saratoga National Historical Park credited the Town of Saratoga, the Historic Hudson-Hoosic Rivers Partnership and the Champlain Canalway Trail Working Group’s efforts to build the Champlain Canalway Trail, and the benefits in linking the park’s Old Saratoga Units (Saratoga) and Battlefield Unit (Stillwater) via pedestrian, bicycle and boat access to key historic sites.

Champlain Canalway Trail Working Group spokesperson, Wally Elton noted, “this trail segment expands public access and understanding of the Old Champlain Canal, and links a regional network of heritage trails encompassing the Revolutionary War, French and Indian Wars, Underground Railroad, and Women’s Heritage. It serves as a major connective spine in Saratoga County and intersects

with the Glens Falls Feeder Canal Heritage Trail (a nine mile walking and biking trial between Glens Falls and Fort Edward) and provides an important connection to the Warren County Bikeway leading into the Village of Lake George. These trail initiatives provide outstanding opportunities for multiple benefits, including recreation, economic development, and conservation of natural and historic resources.”

Other public lands that would be positively impacted include Lock 5 Island/Hudson Crossing Park, Historic Dix Bridge, Fort Hardy Park, Lakes to Locks Visitor Center (in design phase), Saratoga Surrender Site (in planning phase), Saratoga Boat Launch, and the Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Veterans Cemetery.

Total costs for the trail are estimated at $459,708. These costs include $118,500 for planning, $341,208 for site preparation, and construction. The Town of Saratoga will provide a project match of approximately $92,000 through inkind services. The Federal Lands Access Program was created to improve access to and through federal lands for visitors, recreationists and resource users.

For more information about the project, call Tracey Clothier of The L.A. Group at (518) 5878100. For more information about Saratoga NHP, visit nps.gov/sara.

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Veterans Day

Events

Veterans Day Events Community Partnership - 25% off All DZ Restaurants for the month of November For the month of November, Veterans, Retired, and Active Military with valid Military ID will receive

our Community Partner discount of 25% off their check at any DZ Restaurant. Veterans, Retired, and Active Military also receive 10% off at DZ Restaurants the rest of the year. The Community Partnership is

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a great way for us to strengthen our community ties while at the same time say “Thank You� to important and essential groups such as Veterans, Retired, and Active Military.

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NEWS

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A New Home For Code Blue Salvation Army Will Host Emergency Shelter Continued from page 1

The result is that in 201415 the city’s Code Blue facility will have a new home – at The Salvation Army at 27 Woodlawn Avenue. Because of the building’s physical plant, combined with the ability to plan and routinize procedures, there should be several improvements to the delivery of services as a result.

Mayor Joanne Yepsen was central in leading the initial effort in establishing a Code Blue facility. In announcing the new location officially, she stated: “I am thrilled that Code Blue will be back for a second season, this time at the Salvation Army on Woodlawn Avenue. I’m incredibly proud to be involved in this on-going partnership between non-profit organizations and our citizens to provide shelter to our homeless citizens during winter months. I can’t thank all of my Code Blue partners, including the Salvation Army, enough.

Their passion for helping others is inspiring and is what has made this effort so successful.”

Indeed, while this is a milestone, several critical needs are ongoing according to Saratoga Code Blue Coordinator Cheryl Ann Murphy, due to the nature of the task involved.

A readily apparent improvement is the increased length of the Code Blue Season, which will begin on Nov. 15 on those evenings where the temperature fall to 20 degrees (including wind chill) or 12 inches of snow are expected.

Last winter, a Code Blue facility in Saratoga Springs was established for the first time right before Christmas Day in response to the tragic death of Nancy Pitts on the streets of the city due to exposure. With little time to plan at the time, a remarkable and rapid response from many sectors of society was something to behold and be proud of.

Another improvement is the existence of a Code Blue Coordinator from the beginning of the season. Ms. Murphy’s position was not established until near the end of the first Code Blue season. She outlined the changes that the move to Woodlawn will bring, as well as the ongoing needs.

“Because we will be at the Salvation Army this season,” Murphy said, “some logistical challenges will arise, but overall it’s a very good development. For one thing, the building is handicap accessible. Also, guests will have the opportunity to shower in

the evening between 9 to 11 p.m.”

When Code Blue is activated, the shelter facility will open at 7 p.m. It will close at 8 a.m. Monday – Friday and 9 a.m. on weekends.

The Salvation Army already has a breakfast program in place during the week and Code Blue volunteers will supplement this on weekend mornings.

The actual notification procedures for activation of Code Blue involve weather forecasting and coordination in order to make sure that both guests and volunteers are notified in a timely manner.

“We’ll be making announcements to volunteers through several sources,” Murphy said.

“Announcements will be on our website (CodeBlueSaratoga.org), our Code Blue Facebook page and through email - people can sign up online to be added to an email tree.”

For guests “we reach out placing signs in the soup kitchen and library,” Murphy noted.

“This year, we will begin a program where there be electric ‘candles’ with blue bulbs placed in several area businesses and public buildings that will be ‘lit’ (plugged in) when Code Blue is open.” Businesses that want to participate program in this can contact Murphy at

emergencycoordinator@nycap. rr.com.

Volunteering procedures have been somewhat modified.

“People will continue to sign up for shifts through the website.”

Murphy said. “The basic shift has been lowered to three hours instead of four, although we are allowing people to register for a double shift if they wish.”

Access to training has been improved for 2014-15 as well.

“For shift supervisors, like last year, training is mandatory.”

Murphy said. “This year, training will be offered to all volunteers. ­ They will have the opportunity to attend a training class. There will be an online orientation all volunteers will need to read before they are permitted to volunteer.”

As always, there is an ongoing need for donations of all kinds, given that this is essentially a community effort with little if any endowment.

It’s no surprise then when Ms. Murphy states “cash donations are always welcome.” But there are plenty of other ways people can make contributions and donations.”

“Last Code Blue season, we got an excellent response from local restaurants, food

purveyors and bakeries to help provide the evening meal for Code Blue guests,” Murphy said, “and thankfully they have all responded positively to helping us again.”

When asked what kind of hard goods that individuals could donate – food, clothing, etc. they were seeking, Cheryl had no trouble coming up with a good-sized list.

“The needs do change all the time as we go through the season, but as of now some of our biggest needs are meal replacement supplements - items like Boost or Ensure, Individually wrapped snacks, Slim Jims, new men’s and women’s underwear (all sizes), new men’s and women’s warm socks and gallon size Ziploc bags.” She said.

With the new facility secured at the Salvation Army, at least for this year, Murphy is working on developing a donation drop off schedule that will be posted shortly on the website. But if you have something to donate, she would love to hear from you now.

“Call me directly,” she said.

“My number is (518) 812- 6886.

We’ll make it happen.

For more information, visit CodeBlueSaratoga.org

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Revolutionary Run for Veterans

Saturday, November 8, at 10:00 a.m. Fort Hardy Park, Schuylerville.

Join us and race to support our local vets and their families. Cost is $25.00.

Breakfast Buffet Honors Veterans & Active Military

Sunday, November 9, 8 – 11 a.m. at the Ballston Spa Elks Lodge, 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa. The Elks Lodge would like to thank all veterans and military personnel for their service to our country.

At this month’s Ballston Spa Elks Lodge Breakfast Buffet veterans and active military personnel eat for free Scrambled eggs, pancakes, French toast, toast, sausage, home fries, eggs and omelets to order, sausage biscuits and gravy. Adults $7, Seniors (60 plus) $6, Children (5-10yrs) $5, 4 and under free. For more information, call 518-885-1149.

Veterans Day Polka Celebration

Music for dancing and listening pleasure by Dennis Polisky’s “Maestro’s Men” at the Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Ave., Saratoga Springs, 2 – 6 p.m. Cash bar and reasonably priced Polish/American kitchen. Welcome back to Eddie Grzyb and his Polka Recordings.

Admission will be $15 at the door.

50/50 raffles, prizes and a lot of fun.

For more information or tickets contact Steve Coblish, (518) 8993061, email: scoblish@nycap.rr.com.

Veterans Day Ceremony

The Saratoga National Cemetery Honor Guard Association will conduct a Veterans Day Ceremony at the Saratoga National Cemetery starting at 11 a.m. on November 11, 2014 at the main flag pole.

You do not have to be a veteran to attend. All are welcome.

Applebee’s Thank You Meal:

On Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11, veterans and active duty military can choose a dish from the FREE Thank You Meal menu that includes some of Applebee’s signature and favorite items. Guests will need to provide proof of service, which includes: U.S. Uniform Services Identification Card, U.S. Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement, Veterans Organization Card, photograph in uniform or wearing uniform, DD214, Citation or Commendation.

Offer is valid for dine-in only.

Visit www.Applebees.com for more information.

Heroes Pay Zero For Vets Day For the 9th consecutive year the staff at Hoffman Car Wash and Hoffman Jiffy Lube, are showing their appreciation to the men and women who have served our country. Tuesday, Nov. 11th, all active duty and former members of the United States Military are invited to have their vehicles washed and their oil changed free of charge in recognition of their

Veterans Day Events service! It is our way of thanking those men and women for the sacrifices that they have made in service to our country. www.

HoffmanCarWash.com.

1mi/5k Run for the Veterans Join us on Veterans Day at 5:15 p.m. for a fun run at iRun LOCAL. Free event with the option of donating to Catch A Lift and buying raffle tickets.

All funds raised will go to the Catch A Lift fund. Catch A Lift provides gym memberships and gym equipment to wounded, post 9-11, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans! Their goal is to assist with physical, social and emotional rehabilitation and reducing/preventing suicides among this population. www. irunlocal.com.

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November 16th Sunday Morning Breakfast, 8:30 – 11 a.m.

Greenwich Elks Lodge, Buffet Menu includes scrambled eggs, pancakes, home fries, hash, bacon, sausage, eggs benedict, coffee, tea, juice, milk and with a personal prepared Omelet Station. Bring your family and friends. Adults $8, Seniors $7, Youth 5-12 $5, under 5 free.

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Friday, Nov. 7 and Saturday, Nov. 8 in the Loewenberg Auditorium.

On a cold, clear, moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. As the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Knees are bruised, hearts are broken; but the bruises heal, and the hearts mend – almost – in this delightful midwinter night’s dream.

“Almost, Maine” is directed

by Kirk Starczewski through special arrangement with Dramatist’s Play Service and features a cast of 19 students representing grades

Education 9-12. In addition to the director, other adults filling key roles are Bob Berenis, Linda Bertrand and Lisa Shields.

Tickets are $6 for adults, $3 for students and $3 for senior citizens. Tickets will be sold at the door of the high school auditorium one hour prior to each show. All seats are general admission.

Two SSCSD Admins Selected for 2014 Chinese Bridge Delegation SARATOGA SPRINGS — Two administrators from the Saratoga Springs City School District were selected to be a part of The College Board’s 2014 Chinese Bridge Delegation.

Joseph Greco, K-12 director of math, science and technology integration and Freya Mercer, K-12 director of humanities integration,

will be traveling to Beijing and Jiangsu Province in mid-November with the delegation. Approximately 400 educators were selected nationwide to attend The College Board’s 2014 Chinese Bridge Delegation.

Saratoga Springs students currently have access to Project Chinese, a BOCES enrichment opportunity, in grades one through twelve. Greco and Mercer plan to explore additional foreign language opportunities in other curriculum areas.

“Being part of the delegation will give us the ability to connect with and learn from American educators that already have Chinese programs in their schools, as well as those pursuing new opportunities for students,” said Mercer. “We will also be able to create partnerships with Chinese schools through school visits and workshops.”

The program itinerary focuses on visiting Chinese K-12 schools and observing classrooms, establishing partnerships with Chinese education institutions, and attending presentations on best practices to build and support Chinese language and culture programs. The cost of the trip is being offset by The College Board and WSWHE BOCES.

Schuylerville Families Uncover Healthy Habits at Health Fair

More than 100 students attended the PEP Kids Health Fair.

SCHUYLERVILLE — More than 100 kids and their families put on disguises, grabbed secret agent

Week of November 7 - November 13, 2014 briefcases and magnifying glasses and inspected how to be healthy at the fourth annual Parents as Education Partners (PEP) Kids’ Health Fair at Schuylerville Elementary School.

“Our goal was to provide families with an opportunity to learn about how to be healthy in all areas of life – mind, body, family and finances,” said Cathleen Buff, health fair creator. “The 34 exhibitors who set up booths helped make the fair a success by sharing their expertise.”

The Schuylerville food services team set up a booth, named “I Spy School Lunch,” at which families learned how to create a healthy lunch. As part of the activity, families had to “spy” what was missing from eight school lunch trays to create a complete school lunch.

Families were encouraged to go around the table and fix the school meal trays with actual school food items. The booth also featured flyers promoting Schuylerville’s school lunch program and “mySchoolBucks” point-of-sale system.

“We had a great time explaining school nutrition and what we offer to both parents and students,” said Kristy Wilbur, food services manager. “We think families had a good time playing with their food in this fun, but educational, event.”

served healthy snacks and provided information about healthy eating to students at Division Street Elementary School.

“We work every day to provide our students with healthy, well-balanced meals,” said Margaret Sullivan, the school lunch program director at the Saratoga Springs City School District. “Having Skidmore students reinforce that message from their vantage point of being closer in age to the students really helps.”

Dr. Paul Arciero, a member of the Capital Region Advisory Board of the American Heart Association, is a professor of nutrition and exercise science at Skidmore who is the lab instructor of the Principles of Nutrition class.

“We know that more than 80 percent of risk factors for heart disease and stroke can be prevented through things like making better food choices, getting regular exercise, keeping a healthy weight and not smoking,” Arciero said. “The students in my classes are very motivated to share the message of healthy eating, which is key to prevention, with these young students.”

Skidmore Students Share Tips, Treats on National Eating Healthy Day SARATOGA SPRINGS — With the amount of Halloween loot dwindling, and Thanksgiving still in the offing, students in Skidmore College’s Principles of Nutrition class celebrated National Eating Healthy Day, Wednesday, Nov. 5, with students at Division Street Elementary School in Saratoga Springs. On National Eating Healthy Day, the American Heart Association encourages all Americans to make healthier food choices, and commit to healthier eating.

The Skidmore students

The American Heart Association recommends eating eight or more fruit and vegetable servings every day.

Students Participate in Allergy Awareness Activities SCHUYLERVILLE — The Schuylerville Central School District is planning several activities to educate its students about

Week of November 7 - November 13, 2014 food allergies during the first week in November as part of the school’s Allergy Awareness Week.

In Schuylerville, there are nearly 40 students and staff who have severe allergies to foods ranging from peanuts, eggs and tree nuts to eggplant, strawberries and shellfish. Each student with a physician-documented allergy has a health care plan that is easily accessible through the district’s student database; hard copies of the plans also are available to all staff who regularly interact with the affected students.

“The most important thing for parents and community members to know about food allergies in the school setting is that preventing exposure is key to keeping our food allergy students safe,” said Michele Talbot, Schuylerville Elementary School nurse. “Parents and guardians should always check with teachers before bringing any food into the classrooms or consider bringing in non-food items, such as crafts or favors, for special occasions rather than food.”

Colleen Earley, a parent of a child with food allergies, believes it is also important for students to understand what a food allergy is and how it affects their classmates.

“All of my daughter’s teachers have been fabulous when addressing her food allergies,” Early said. “But we need help

from everyone.”

Students were encouraged to donate $1 to Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE) and participated in food allergy discussions. Students also learned about reading food labels, created posters about food allergies, and learned about the importance of proper hand-washing and developing an awareness of others who may have food allergies.

Schuylerville Senior Class Organizes Clothing Drive SCHUYLERVILLE — The Schuylerville High School senior class is currently conducting a clothing drive from now until Friday, Nov. 21.

The community service project, titled “Out with the Old, In with the New,” accepts clothing items for all seasons. Members of the senior class will gather, sort and deliver all items to The Way – a gently used clothing store in Wilton.

Items can be dropped off in the high school library and in rooms 217 or 218. Community members can drop off items at the high school attendance office. Only donate items that are still in excellent shape and are clean and not torn, worn out or stained.

Education BSHS Troupe Presents “All in the Timing/ Time Flies” BALLSTON SPA — Ballston Spa High School Troupe proudly presents “All in the Timing/Time Flies” on Friday, Nov. 7 and Saturday, Nov. 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Ballston Spa High School auditorium.

All in the Timing is a collection of one-act plays written by American playwrite David Ives. They were written in the late 1980’s into the early 1990’s, and although each short play stands on its own, they are often performed together. Time Flies is a follow-up collection to All in the Timing. Troupe will be performing six one-act comedies that use brilliant language and wordplay to try to solve the classic questions of life and the complications that come with it.

Tickets will be available at the door for $10 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. Refreshments will be available during intermission. The recommended age is 10 and up.

All Tricks, No Treats As Students Celebrate Halloween SARATOGA SPRINGS — Students in grades K-6 from Saratoga Independent School offered treats and performances to Saratoga Springs

City Hall, Saratoga Springs Police and Fire Department personnel as they celebrated Halloween downtown.

More than 40 children recognized how employees in the public service sector care for the community by presenting them with personally decorated goodie bags and entertaining them with choral presentations. Each child chose a challenging vocabulary word, researched its meaning(s), and then created a costume to reflect one or more of the

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meanings. The honorees were then challenged to interpret special costumes worn by the students.

Schuylerville First Graders Celebrate Halloween SCHUYLERVILLE — Schuylerville Elementary School first grade students got into the Halloween spirit and celebrated the holiday by dressing up and paying a visit to Morgan’s Run Guest House.

Two first graders dressed up as The Flash and Darth Vader on Halloween.

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Mango Tree Imports Relocates to Saratoga Marketplace The Fair Trade Store Supports Thousands of Farmers and Artisans around the World

by Stephanie Hale-Lopez Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Marketplace, located at 454 Broadway, has welcomed a new addition to its retail space – Mango Tree Imports. The fair trade store opened its doors in Saratoga Springs two weeks ago, offering unique items to the community. All products in the store are handmade from the developing world.

“There’s an array of color and products that are all natural, handmade from the developing world and all fairly traded,” said Kim Andersen, Mango Tree co-owner.

“It’s also a global-cultural experience between the international music, the products and the map so people can see where everything is from.”

Mango Tree Imports is the brainchild of Chris and Kim Andersen, who started the store in 2006 in Ballston Spa. Educators by trade, Chris and Kim moved to Paraguay in 1998 to teach English at the American School of Asunción.

“We were surrounded by the red earth and rural lifestyle, mango trees all over the country,” said Kim.

“When we moved to New York we wanted to find a way to stay in touch with the country and to keep our ties with some of the people we had met and the art that we fell in love with.”

One of the first products the Andersen’s imported was Paraguayan silver filigree. The unique art of filigree was first introduced to Latin America by Spanish conquistadors. The artist transforms a nugget of silver into a small rectangle by melting and cooling it.

The rectangle is then fed into a rustic press thousands of times until a fine silver thread, hundreds of times the original length, emerges.

The jeweler then begins the delicate procedure of doubling and twisting individual threads into ornate, finely-rendered designs.

Paraguayan silver filigree jewelry can be found at the store.

Bandhani silk scarves can also be found on display at Mango Tree.

Although the beautiful scarves from Western India look embroidered, the patterns and puckers result completely from meticulous tie-dying. The technique is known as Bandhani. First, an intricate design is printed in non-permanent ink onto the fabric. Women then follow the design as they tie dozens of tiny knots and carefully dip the fabric in colored dyes to achieve the results you see.

From jewelry and scarves, to wall hangings and home décor, every product is unique. Top: Paraguayan silver filigree jewelry.

Bottom: Andersen shows off Bandhani silk Since opening the store, Mango we focus on. One is fair wages to scarves from Western India.

Tree Imports now offers products from 65 countries. From jewelry and scarves, to wall hangings and home décor, every product is unique; but most importantly, fairly traded.

“Fair trade is a way of doing business with the developing world,” said Kim. “We like to let people know that it’s not charity, it is capitalism, and it’s a true business model. The purpose behind it is poverty alleviation in the developing world. Fair trade, at the surface, there are a few main principles that

producers, like farmers or artisans; no child labor; care for the environment; democratic workplaces.

Fair trade is about working with the farmers and artisans to ensure they’re making a living wage and have safe working conditions. “ Mango Tree Imports is the only locally-owned store in the Capital Region that is 100 percent committed to fair trade and was instrumental in Ballston Spa becoming New York’s first fair trade town. Kim says she hopes to bring fair trade awareness to Mango Tree’s new home in Saratoga Springs.

“The decision to be in Saratoga was a multi-faceted decision,” said Kim. “We realized it was time to move our two language schools, which are Capital Region Language Center and Empire State English, to Saratoga. We miss the synergy between the schools and the store. Being in Saratoga, being on Broadway will hopefully lead to more customers and the more customers we have, the better it is for the developing world, so there’s that effect as well. The third reason…it seemed like it was the time for a location shift.”

While Mango Tree Imports has only been a resident of Saratoga Springs for about two weeks, Kim said she’s enjoying Saratoga Marketplace so far and loves meeting the store’s neighbors.

Goals for Mango Tree include increasing its customer base, looking for partnerships in the area, and hosting events like fair trade chocolate and wine tastings, and share the importance of fair trade.

“We’re all very, very connected whether or not we realize it,” said Kim. “The actions on a daily basis that we take as consumers in the U.S. or in Saratoga County, they have an impact on the person on the other end of the product. I think the more we can be aware that we’re all connected, the more our choices will be influenced.”

Mango Tree Imports is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To learn more about fair trade, visit www.fairtradecampaigns.org.

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High Peak Acupuncture Relocates SARATOGA SPRINGS — Sandra Lee, board certified Acupuncturist of High Peak Acupuncture, LLC, has relocated her offices to Dr. Matt Smith, Chiropractor’s office at 3303 Route 9 in Saratoga Springs.

Lee specializes in sports medicine and pain management.

She received a Bachelor of Arts in biology from the University of Pennsylvania and accomplished her Masters in acupuncture from the New England School of Acupuncture. Lee is currently a doctoral candidate at American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in San Francisco.

High Peak Acupuncture services will be offered Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays by appointment.

Saratoga Bridges Celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Bridges recognized Saratoga Casino and Raceway as a business partner who understand and embraces the benefits of hiring and training individuals with disabilities. As the agency is celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) during October, they presented Saratoga Casino and Raceway with a torn-cardboard print that was created by their Creative Endeavors’ artists.

“We are proud to accept this honor and have our partnership with Saratoga Bridges recognized,” said Rita Cox, Senior Vice President of Marketing and External Affairs at Saratoga Casino and Raceway. “We value all of our community partnerships, but our relationship with Saratoga Bridges is one that is very special to us. Ongoing partnerships like these ensure the success of all members of our community.”

Saratoga Bridges has been providing the highest level of programs to people with developmental disabilities and their families for more than 55 years by promoting their abilities and achievements in every aspect of community life.

“Saratoga Bridges is extremely pleased that Saratoga Casino and Raceway has filled several positions within their organization with people with disabilities,” said Pamela Polacsek, Communications Specialist at Saratoga Bridges. “As a business partner, they have demonstrated an understanding of the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities. We

are recognizing their commitment, which we hope will strengthen and endure for many years.”

Equitas Realty Announces Unique Compensation Program for Realtors SARATOGA SPRINGS — Equitas Realty formally launched its new real estate brokerage at a wellattended ribbon-cutting ceremony at its offices at 38 High Rock Avenue in Saratoga Springs.

Equitas Realty, though a new name, had become over the last five years one of the leading brokerages in the greater Capital region as a local branch of a national franchise.

This launch represents its birth as an independent brokerage.

At the event White announced an innovative two-tiered compensation system. Company Agents already enjoy the lowest brokerage fees in the Capital region but Equitas has established a top-tier of advanced agents who are identified as Growth Associates. Their sales performance and recruiting record qualifies them for cash distributions commensurate with their contributions to the ongoing success of the firm.

Saratoga Hospital Partners with Omnicell SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Hospital recently announced a partnership with Omnicell, aimed at improving medication management and enhancing patient care safety.

Omnicell is the new provider of automated medication management solutions and data analytics tools in the main hospital facility as well as an urgent care center, surgery center, infusion center and cancer treatment center.

For the first time, from a single central pharmacy location, several different medication dispensing systems can be managed at Saratoga Hospital, providing greater efficiency to clinical and administrative staff.

“The Omnicell solutions that we selected will streamline and improve medication management and enhance patient care safety and safety,” said Laurie Cronin, director of pharmacy services at Saratoga Hospital. “The secure, automated, and easily accessible systems will help ensure that we deliver the right medication, to the right patient, at the right time.”

Installation of the Omnicell systems will begin this fall and is

BUSINESS projected to be completed in 2015.

OrthoNY Presents Golfer with Hole-in-One Prize SARATOGA SPRINGS — OrthoNY hosted the 14th Annual “Best Foot Forward” Golf Invitational at Brookhaven Golf Course in Porters Corners in late September. Close to 100 golfers participated, all OrthoNY joint replacement patients.

The unique tournament is free for invited golfers and celebrates their successful recovery from joint replacement surgery. Every year, prizes are awarded to the winning foursomes, and for the longest drive and closestto-the-pin, but this is the first time the event saw a hole-in-one winner.

After a month-long follow-up to confirm his winning swing, OrthoNY presented Michael Horrigan with a $10,000 check, thanks to insurance provided by Hole-in-One USA. Horrigan was also part of the winning foursome on the front nine. His teammates were Bob Chehowski, Ernie Hoover, and Dan Tallman.

TrustCo Bank Honors Extraordinary Individuals GLENVILLE — TrustCo Bank

Corp NY announced the names of the 2014 inductees into the Trustco Bank Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame was created to honor individuals who demonstrate strong community involvement and who work hard to make a positive change in their communities.

2014 inductees to the Trustco Bank of Fame include Carolyn Eagan, Major General Harry J. Greene (posthumous), Tom Regan, and Connie and Dennis Towers.

“We are pleased to honor these five individuals who consider themselves to be ordinary people, but who each make extraordinary contributions to their communities, while asking nothing for themselves,” said President and CEO, Robert J. McCormick. “We may not see their faces on the news or see their names in the headlines, but make no mistake that it is people like this who help to make our communities better places for us all to live in. We thank them for their dedicated service and hard work and are honored to be able to recognize their contributions.”

New Soft Drink to be Bottled in Saratoga County VICTORY MILLS — Victory Cola, LLC, a Maryland start-up company, has announced plans to locate

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a bottling plant in one of New York’s smallest villages – Victory Mills. The company, which intends to re-purpose an existing industrial building to make soda pop, is developing the first USDA-certified 100 percent organic cola. The softdrink, which will be called Victory Cola, will be the first cola in the super-premium category and will be the only soda in the world that will be kept cold from bottling until the point of purchase.

The idea is the brainchild of Alex Coffin, a recent graduate of the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business. Coffin, a semi-finalist for a Thiel 20-under20 Fellowship, spent his early childhood in Saratoga Springs and is eager to return to the area.

“I want to bring good paying jobs to the Victory Mills and Schuylerville communities,” said Coffin. “My family has been in the Saratoga area since 1775. And although we’ve seen Saratoga Springs, just a few miles away, experience a rebirth since the 1970s, the recession never left Schuylerville and Victory Mills.”

Victory Cola will be made using the legendary waters of Saratoga, real fruits, pure spices and organic cane sugar. The soft drink will contain no artificial ingredients and will be sold in glass bottles – no cans, no plastic, no chemicals.

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Local Election Results CANDIDATE

PARTY

VOTES

PCT.

House District 19 Christopher Gibson Sean Eldridge 100% reporting

Republican Democrat

124,428 67,024

65.0% 35.0

House District 20 Paul Tonko James Fischer 100% reporting

Democrat Republican

118,993 75,491

61.2% 38.8

House District 21 Elise Stefanik Aaron Woolf Matthew Funiciello 100% reporting

Republican Democrat Green

89,776 54,593 18,362

55.2% 33.5 11.3

State Senate District 43 Kathleen Marchione Brian Howard 100% reporting

Republican Democrat

56,221 30,930

64.5% 35.5

Republican Democrat

49,237 28,639

63.2% 36.8

State Assembly District 112 James Tedisco Jared Hickey 100% reporting

Republican Democrat

32,547 9,909

76.7% 23.3

State Assembly District 113 Carrie Woerner Steve Stallmer 100% reporting

Democrat Republican

18,550 16,533

52.9% 47.1

State Senate District 49 Hugh Farley Madelyn Thorne

Paul Tonko (D)

Carrie Woerner (D)

Kathy Marchione (R)

Hugh Farley (R)

James Tedisco (R)

Elise Stefanik (R)

Christopher Gibson (R)

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A Special Supplement to Saratoga TODAY • Pages 19-31

Creating a Thanksgiving Tablescape create a stylish gathering spot for your family. Here are three foolproof ideas for putting together a gorgeous table centerpiece.

Focal Centerpiece

by Jenna Burger for Saratoga TODAY Can you believe Thanksgiving is less than three weeks away?

How is it already November? It seems like only days ago it was midAugust and we were soaking up the summer sun. Well we can’t go back, so let’s keep on chugging forward.

I know it’s only been days since Halloween passed, but have you started thinking about your Thanksgiving table and decor?

Whether your style is fancy, formal, or fuss-free, instead of procrastinating and pulling together a festive table at the last minute, it’s a great idea to plan ahead for this season of gathering and giving. It doesn’t have to be difficult— an elegant, yet easy Thanksgiving tablescape can be created in no time.

Whether your Thanksgiving table is set for a few or many, a center focal piece is the perfect way to

Consider using a grouping of candles or a bowl filled with apples, pears, and/or oranges all set on a pretty runner or tablecloth. Or try a napkin/fabric-lined basket with sugar pumpkins and/ or colorful gourds. Mix and match or for a minimalist approach, choose one item (ie: only apples) to group together to set the focal point. All are inexpensive, won’t go to waste, and easy to move

once the turkey is ready.

Whimsical Centerpiece

Because of their imperfect style and free-flowing, anythinggoes look, whimsical centerpieces with a mix of natural elements are probably the easiest way to put together a table for any occasion. With the limited time we’re able to spend outdoors because of the approaching winter months, bringing the outdoors in is a great way to enjoy and experience Mother Nature. Head out to your backyard or nearby park to collect twigs, branches, acorns, pinecones, leaves and greenery. There

Designer Tip: No need to head to the store for more stuff, shop your home and the outdoors. Gather these items from various spots and spaces around your home and yard to pull together a beautiful vignette.

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are no rules, so have fun creating a stylish display.

The Unexpected Centerpiece

Go beyond the expected and instead of using traditional

elements, consider using fruits and/or vegetables like artichokes and asparagus for a Thanksgiving tablescape. Try potted herbs as an eye-catching centerpiece display.

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There are also no rules that you MUST use only reds, oranges, and golds for your Thanksgiving centerpiece—mix it up and choose items in colors you like. Other fall colors that I adore are shades of plums and purples, emerald and chocolate.

Create something unexpected and eye-catching.

DIY Project

For my Thanksgiving table, I made a wood box and put everything inside it so it will be easy to move once the turkey is cooked and ready to carve.

To create this box, I started with the sides and cut four one-by-four pieces of wood to my determined lengths. I added the bottom piece using a one-by-eight, and then finished it with cup pulls at each end.

A quick staining and this box was complete. The total cost was under $10. Don’t have time or the means to make something, a tray or a similar style box can be found at stores like Target or TJ Maxx.

With the wood box I made, I started the centerpiece by adding a tall white vase and filled it with twoleafed branches I cut off a tree in my yard. I then added a plum-colored potted mum in a vibrant yellow vase, followed by a bowl of acorns

For my Thanksgiving table, I made a wood box and put everything inside it so it will be easy to move once the turkey is cooked and ready to carve. my kids picked. Then I filled the leftover space with oddly-shaped gourds and pinecones. Aside from the wood box, the centerpiece took about five minutes to put together.

It’s been sitting on my dining table for about three weeks and still looks fresh. Each night when we sit for dinner, I simply move it out of the way— that’s why I love decorating with trays!

Whether it be Thanksgiving with 20 or a dinner celebration for two, a simple centerpiece

arrangement will make for a stunning Holiday table focal point.

Jenna Burger is a local Interior Designer, Home Décor Blogger, bargain hunter, and avid DIY-er.

She delivers smart, stylish and sophisticated design solutions tailored to fit the needs and vision for each client’s space. Additionally, her design blog is filled with doit-yourself projects and simple-toimplement decorating tips. To get your dose of design inspiration, visit Jenna at www.sasinteriors.net

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Give Thanks for Great Gadgets

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY Hello My Foodie Friends!

We have some gadgets that can make your Thanksgiving prep and serve a little easier. Good tools are essential to good cooking just like good tools are helpful to a carpenter building a house.

One tool I think a lot of foodies don’t have or know how to use is the thermometer. It is one of my must haves in a kitchen. Undercooked Turkey is a recipe for Salmonellosis! Your turkey should be cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees for 15 seconds.

You should check the Temperature in at least 2 places and in the thickest part of the turkey. Do not discount how much this tool means to not just you but your whole family! Pre-school age school children’s immune systems are not yet developed and elderly people’s immune systems are failing. My recommendation is a simple Bi-Metallic stemmed thermometer. There are others but this is the simplest and easiest and most cost-effective choice. Stop in

to our new place for more information on thermometers.

My next gadget choice is a flavor injector. There are many types but I like the Weston 2 oz.

Commercial Grade Nickel-Plated Marinade Injector (stainless steel type). This is the perfect way to add flavor to all your meats. Inject your favorite flavored herbs, butter, sauces or marinades under the skin of your turkey, beef, pork, chicken or even fish for added flavor and juicy moisture.

Simply insert the needle into marinade, draw it back to fill the injector and then slide the needle into the meat. Adding some flavor can really set your Turkey apart from Mom’s or as Emeril Lagasse says: “kick it up a notch!”

Suggestion number three is a Turkey Brining Bag by Grill Friends for tender, juicy turkey every time. Just add water, salt, sugar and spices. It’s guaranteed not to leak, there’s no mess and it’s easy to use. The result is picture-perfect grilling and oven roasting. There are instructions and a recipe booklet included. It’s a onetime use disposable item to enjoy!

Another cool tool is a gravy/fat separator! I sell many different kinds but my favorite to cut the fat is the OXO® Good Grips fat separator with its own strainer and stopper.

Pour your gravy into the separator and watch the fat rise to the top while lean gravy settles to the bottom. The heat-resistant strainer catches unwanted bits and the stopper prevents fat from rising to the top of the spout. Once the gravy has settled, remove the strainer and the

stopper and pour out perfect gravy.

This is because a shield prevents the gravy from spilling over the top of the separator instead of through the spout. This heat-resistant Fat Separator has measurement markings for increased convenience and a non-slip handle for a comfortable, firm grip.

These are just a few suggestions for a delicious turkey! You will love the help you’ll be offered by family members who love cool gadgets!

Happy Cooking and remember: “Life Happens in the Kitchen!”

Take Care, John and Paula Compliments to the Chef ’s new location is at 46 Marion Avenue, Saratoga Springs

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Thanksgiving from Apps to Dessert The Healthy Living Market and Café Makes it Happen

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY WILTON — Some of us are foodies, for whom creating a Thanksgiving meal is an annual masterpiece. For others, life in all its splendid and hectic forms gets in the way.

Those of you who fall into the latter category are by no means relegated to what we shall call the “Hungry Man” option. We know that you want the same quality as grandma used to make, but cannot take the time that is required to make it happen. So what do you do?

Here’s a reason to give thanks: A tremendous local and delicious resource has come to rescue your holiday meal. We were treated to a guided tour of delicious options by Chef Heather Cuedek, catering lead at our local Healthy Living Market and Café at the Wilton Mall.

Whether you want to do some of this by yourself; or are responsible for bringing a side dish; or you just want to order online and take the credit for being smart, the Healthy Living Market has the answer. So let’s look at the menu and start with the main event.

The Bird is the Word

Ah, the turkey. The centerpiece of any Thanksgiving meal. Not much at stake here. Of course your

Photos by MarkBolles.com future mother-in-law will forgive you if it doesn’t turn out to be in her league. No pressure.

Well any accomplished chef who would consider it a point of pride to say that my bird is “the word,” will tell you that the key lies in the freshness of the ingredients.

“Healthy Living has been a purveyor of local turkeys in Vermont for 27 years. We are thrilled to

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establish that tradition in Saratoga,” said Nicole Driscoll, marketing director. “We have partnered with three local farms, all within 100 miles of the store—Buckley Farm of Ballston Lake, Stonewood Farm of Orwell, Vermont and Misty Knoll of New Haven, Vermont.”

“At those farms the animals are raised humanely, without antibiotics or steroids. Our local farm partnerships benefit our customers by bringing them the freshest and

juiciest birds available.” Driscoll said. “We’re passionate about putting a local turkey on every table.”

As an incentive to try fresh and local, these turkeys are available for a pre-order price of $3.19/lb. when ordered online by Friday, Nov. 21.

For more information or to order your bird, visit: www. healthylivingmarket.com/ new-york-thanksgiving-turkeys.

Now for those who want to not cook and eat it too, Chef Cuedek

has you covered. The market will be stocking pre-cooked turkey breasts (off the bone) for you to grab and go up to the day before the holiday.

Just heat and be a hero! The chef recommends placing it in the oven with some water and stock to keep it moist, and then warm it “low and slow” – about 200 degrees. And remember to baste!

Sides, Sides–Glorious Sides!

Now we’re talking. The side dishes are for many the thing that makes the plate robust. Chef Cuedek has chosen a great assortment. Let’s dig in.

For an appetizer extraordinaire, she has chosen a maple nut goat cheese log to spread on your favorite flatbread or crackers. A 10.5-ounce log is $18.

To dress the plate, any combinations of butternut squash puree, yams (small portions, which feed four people, are $8; the large portion feeds 10-12 and is $18.) and cranberry orange relish (small - $6; large - $10.50.) will add color and tang. Both the stuffing ($8 /$18) and gravy ($6/ $10.50) are available in gluten-free and regular versions.

Like your turkey, all these amazing side dishes are also available for pre-ordering online until Friday, Nov. 21.

Don’t Forget Dessert

At this point, you are undoing your belt and throwing caution to the wind. Before the tryptophan takes hold, it’s time to get sweet.

Chef Heather has a few tricks to satisfy that craving.

“Our Bake Shop specializes in amazing indulgences that will fit every taste and dietary need. They can also be pre-ordered online until Sunday, Nov. 23, and include silky and spicy pumpkin pie, rustic apple pie, toasty pecan pie, zesty cranberry-walnut tart and maple cream pie, with gluten free and vegan options available.”

To order any or all of these, visit www.healthylivingmarket.com/ new-york-thanksgiving-pies.

Epilogue

There are always leftovers, even when Uncle Eddie has helped himself to “just one more.” The Healthy Market has that covered. Visit www. healthylivingmarket.com/reinventyour-thanksgiving-leftovers for lots of ideas. Even the turkey won’t recognize itself.

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A Saratoga Farmers’ Market

Thanksgiving Feast their animals; they are proud to talk about how they bring high-quality food to your table. Even if someone else is preparing the main entree of the day, consider bringing some fresh scallops or smoked fish as an appetizer or add some local sausage to a side dish.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The weeks leading up to Thanksgiving at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market showcase the plentiful local harvest from farms in the region.

The market offers a spectacular bounty worthy of sharing with family and friends, from meat and poultry to dairy products; from baked goods to fruits and vegetables; from apple cider to red and white wine, as well as a selection of prepared foods that make your life a bit simpler.

Here are five tips for adding local flair to your Thanksgiving meal:

#1 – Set a Beautiful Table

To set the stage for a magnificent meal, decorate your table with local flowers, produce, and crafts. Whether you want to feature apples in unique baskets, dried flowers interspersed with candles, or a custom centerpiece, the market can help establish a welcoming, down-to-earth style for your special meal.

#2 – Get the Party Off to a Good Start

Hearty appetizers help take the edge off hunger pangs while waiting for the main meal. New to the market this winter, two local vineyards sell both white and red varietals that your guests may enjoy.

Add some apple cider for a nonalcoholic option that pairs especially well with Thanksgiving fare.

Create appetizer platters using colorful cut vegetables, pickles, dips, stuffed grape leaves, a variety of cheeses and cured meats, and artisan crackers and bread—all available at the market.

#3 – Change Up “The Sides”

A large variety of side dishes, served to complement the turkey or other main course dish are always favorites at the table.

Each family seems to have recipes that are “required” in order to consider the meal a proper Thanksgiving. The November market season offers many options: carrots, Brussels sprouts, winter squash, turnips, rutabaga, potatoes, celeriac, a wide variety of greens, mushrooms and so much more. Try something new this year, in addition to your old favorites!

#4 – Plan Your Meat, Poultry and Seafood in Advance

Why not use the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday as a chance to purchase poultry or other meat that was locally produced and humanely raised on a small-scale farm? Ask our farmers your questions about

NOTE: Remember that market selection can vary from week to week, so it’s best to talk to the farmers and vendors in advance if you desire something very specific, to ensure availability.

# 5 – Thank Your Holiday Hosts with a Locally Crafted Gift

If you are joining someone else’s table for Thanksgiving, shop for a gift at the market. The market has colorful aprons, potholders and a cookbook to help your hosts in preparing the big meal. Or, choose from soap, jams, honey, beeswax candles, yarn (including project kits) and pottery. A gift of fresh or dried flowers, or a market gift certificate to be spent on future shopping trips is always appreciated.

Kale with Caramelized Onions and Barley Ingredients 8 cups fresh kale leaves* 1-2 tablespoons olive oil 2 small or 1 large onion*, finely chopped 1 cup barley 2 3/4 cups water 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup feta cheese* (optional) 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Directions Clean the kale, remove the stems and tear leaves into small pieces. Set aside.

In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium high heat.

Caramelize the onion by sautéing it for five to 10 minutes until golden brown. Add barley, stirring to coat.

Add water, kale and salt; cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer for 25 minutes or until barley is cooked, stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat; stir in feta cheese, if desired, and black pepper.

Note: This recipe is from the “Farmers’ Market Favorite Recipes” cookbook available at the market. The book was written by local nutrition educator Diane Whitten who works at Cornell Cooperative Extension in Ballston Spa and attends the summer outdoor markets.

Apple Nut Cake Ingredients 4 1/2 cups peeled and chopped apples* lemon juice 3/4 cup canola oil 3/4 cup plain, vanilla, or maple yogurt* 2 cups sugar 2 eggs, beaten* 2 1/2 cups flour 1 tsp salt 1 tsp baking soda 2 tsp baking powder 2 tsp vanilla 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans or walnuts Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Sprinkle chopped apples with lemon juice. Set aside.

In large bowl, combine oil, yogurt, sugar, and eggs until creamy.

In separate bowl, combine all dry ingredients, and then gradually add to liquid ingredients. Add vanilla. Batter will be stiff.

Fold in apples and nuts.

Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Pour in batter and bake for 45 to 55 minutes until done.

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Additional recipes are also available at saratogafarmersmarket.org/news-recipes *Items are available at Saratoga Farmers’ Market.

Sausage and Mushroom-Stuffed Squash with Cheese Ingredients 3 small acorn squash* 1-1/2 cups water 1 pound bulk pork sausage* 1/2 pound chopped oyster mushrooms* 1 large onion*, chopped 1 stalk celery*, chopped 1 clove garlic*, minced 1/2 cup white wine* or broth 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) cream of mushroom soup, undiluted (or an equivalent amount of homemade white sauce) 1 cup croutons (store-bought or made with market bread*) 1/2 cup milk* 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan-style or Pecorino cheese* 1 cup shredded Cheddar-style cheese*, divided Directions Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Place cut side down in an ungreased baking pan. Add water. Cover and bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until tender.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the sausage, mushrooms, onion, celery and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.

Add wine. Bring to a boil; cook until the liquid is reduced by 1/2. Stir in the soup, croutons, milk, Parmesan or Pecorino, and 3/4 cups cheddar cheese (reserve the remaining 1/4 cup).

Drain water from squash. Turn squash over; stuff with sausage mixture. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Bake, uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

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Note: The same stuffing could be used with delicata squash, which are smaller and will cook faster than acorn. This stuffing recipe would likely yield more servings in the smaller squash, so cook an extra squash to have enough available.

Butternut Squash Apple Cranberry Bake Ingredients 1 large butternut squash*, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 2 large tart cooking apples* cut into 1/2-inch thick slices 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup butter 1 Tbsp. flour 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon cardamom Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. Slice and peel squash and apples.

Put squash cubes in ungreased 7x11-inch baking dish. Place apples on top; next, place cranberries. Mix the flour, salt, sugar, and spices and sprinkle on top.

Dot with butter. Bake 50-60 minutes.

As Local As It Gets!

(518) 581-2480

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Happiness Is Still Homemade Photos by Megin Potter

Continued from pg. 1

by Megin Potter for Saratoga TODAY Smith took it as a good omen that her kitchen was saved and has been pouring her appreciation into every handmade pie ever since. Saying the pies are “handmade” isn’t merely a slogan at the Smith’s Bake Shop. Every pie crust

is pulled together by hand and filled individually.

“Everything is hand done like you would do at home if you’d make a pie,” said Smith. A mixer would take away the tender flakey crust she said, an element that helps to make her pies so distinctive.

Between now and Thanksgiving her staff will swell from a handful to a couple dozen people busy in the kitchen baking approximately 7,000 pies. With an oven capacity of 100 pies an hour, they work tirelessly making sure the pies that are a family tradition in the Smith household can become one in homes across the country and overseas as well.

Customers make this possible because they carry them there by hand. The Smith’s do not have a mail order business and rarely ship pies. In fact, preorders stack up so quickly, the pies they actually have on hand for walkin customers vary among their 20 varieties, with rarely a single pie hanging around for even a 24-hour period.

The farm produces mainly apples, but also pears and plums in their 10 acres of orchards. They used to struggle to find a market for all of their fruit but since they started making pies, the 2,000

Shelley Smith

bushels of apples grown on the farm are used up easily. Smith’s apple pies are made with a combination of apples, allowing for a wonderful blend of tastes in each bite. The pies are comprised of Cortland, Ida Reds and a hard-to-grow variety named Northern Spies. Perched on trees 40-feet tall and tough to

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Apple Peeler

prune, Northern Spies are unreliable producers, offering small golf-ball sized apples one year and grapefruit-sized ones the next, said Walt Smith.

“We still grow them and use them in our pies because they are that good,” said Shelley as Walt nodded in agreement. It was Walt’s parents that started the farm in 1931, and he was born there. Now he spends his retirement there, and among his other farm duties, folds up to 70,000 pie boxes a year.

Diversification is important to the farm he said, and they are proud to have a dairy cow herd of 350 head, pigs that have a main diet of apple peels, antibiotic and hormonefree meats, canned goods and award-winning cider donuts for sale.

“We’re very fair people. We’re here to make a living, not make a killing,” said Shelley.

“We have a product that makes people happy, and that’s what we strive to do.”

“In business, you eat your mistakes, but my mistakes taste good,” added Walt.

The cash register is run by Walt’s wife, Lorrie Smith.

Apple Slicer

“I used to make all my own pies, but I can’t beat these,” she said in between ringing up customers. The Smiths also have a cash box for those in a rush, but what they don’t accept is credit or debit cards.

Whether you’ve come for Shelley’s favorite, the raspberry peach pie, or are stocking up your entire kitchen, cash, checks or Smith’s Orchard gift certificates will ensure you don’t leave empty-handed.

His arms loaded with two full-size pies, two gallons of apple cider and a bag of cider donuts, Mike Podolec came from West Glenville prepared.

“The crust is delicious and the taste of the pie is the best; nice and flakey,” he said.

He first stopped at the farm during their fire sale, back when they first opened, and as a farmer himself, he appreciates bringing home products that both his wife and daughter enjoy. Looking off into the distance he continued: “Nice hot pies, mmm-hmmm.”

For more information, hours of operation, or directions to the Smith’s Orchard Bake Shop, call (518) 882-6598 or go to http://smithspieshop.com.

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Children’s Table

by Colleen Pierre for Saratoga TODAY Don’t get so busy cooking and entertaining this Thanksgiving that you forget about the one’s you are most thankful for, the children. On the fun meter, the Thanksgiving holiday falls toward the bottom.

There are no gifts to give or receive, no cake, no party games no mythical characters and a long, potentially boring meal to endure. This year, give your little pilgrims something to get excited about by creating a special kids table where they want to sit, not a place they are forced to sit.

Tips for a Perfect Thanksgiving Kids Table • First, make a stop at your favorite local craft store to stock up on festive stickers, crayons, markers, glue and some craft paper and construction paper.

• Cover the kids’ table in brown craft paper and fill mason jars with crayons so the kids can decorate the table or have fun playing table games. Don’t want to cover the whole table? Let each kid design their own placemat using crayons, markers and stickers.

• Create an interactive centerpiece. Find a sturdy stick with several branches and pre-cut leaves out of construction paper. Have each child either write or dictate something they are thankful for and write it on the leaves. Using a clothespin, place the leaves onto the branches and put the stick in a decorative vase.

• Put the kids to work making name place card holders for the adult table. Frist, send the kids on a

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leaf-gathering scavenger hunt. Have each child collect a few leaves to make leaf rubbings with crayons. Assist the children with cutting out the leaves and writing each adult name on the card to be placed around the adult table.

• Make food fun.

The Thanksgiving meal offers a wide array of food for sampling. Picky little pilgrims often slip under the radar during the meal and get by eating a few bites of turkey and a dinner roll. Offer a “try me” reward for the child that samples the most food elements of the meal.

• After the meal is done, it’s time to make dessert fun. Put a light layer of frosting on a sugar cookie and let each child decorate their own using candy corn, sprinkles, licorice and other small candies.

Incorporating some of these ideas into your Thanksgiving meal this year will surely create lasting memories for both the children and adults.

Wishing you and yours a most wonderful Thanksgiving!

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Choosing the Right Wines for Your Thanksgiving Dinner

by Amy Greth for Saratoga TODAY Photos Provided

Thanksgiving always proves itself to be an extremely involved holiday.

You spend a month planning and a whole day of cooking to create a picture perfect meal. The main feat is roasting a giant turkey that even picky Uncle Fred will approve of. It’s easy to get wrapped up in the grocery list and forget about an important detail of meal planning, such as having the right wines on hand to compliment all your hard work.

Buying wine for the big turkey day doesn’t need to be complicated. With a few simple tips, it will be effortless to write up your wine list. The best part about wine shopping is you can try before you buy at your local Saratoga Springs wineries.

Shopping local is a great way to support small businesses and meet the passionate people behind the wines. It will be easy to impress your guests with local New York wines at your Thanksgiving table this year. Governor Cuomo has just announced that Wine Enthusiast Magazine named New York “Wine Region of the Year.”

It’s never been a better time to introduce your family and friends to wines made right here in New York State while pairing them with a fabulous turkey dinner.

The top red wine that is a traditional safe bet for Thanksgiving is Pinot Noir. Pinot Noir is to turkey as gravy is to mashed potatoes, just perfect for each other. Pinot Noir has a fruit forward taste, which supports the mellow flavors of turkey by bringing it from just good to absolutely delicious. Choosing a lighter bodied red wine like Pinot Noir compared to a heavy Cabernet is a better choice to not overwhelm the mild flavors of turkey. A local recommendation for your red wine and turkey pairing is Thirsty Owl’s 2013 Pinot Noir, which is their best vintage of Pinot Noir yet.

The first choice for a white is a bold and flavorful wine such as Riesling. A Riesling can hold up against any Thanksgiving dish that is salty, spicy, or sweet. Rieslings have natural bursting fruit notes that work as a refreshing cleanser to your palate in between thick, savory side dishes such as sweet potatoes.

buttery notes also make a great team with mashed potatoes. A local recommendation for a great Chardonnay is Swedish Hill’s 2012 Reserve Chardonnay. This wine was 100 percent barrel fermented, making this creamy Chardonnay extremely bold with oak flavor.

Don’t forget dessert. A fortified wine or late harvest wine is the perfect finish to a wonderful family meal. The sweetness of these styles of wines compliments the rich, creamy texture of pumpkin pie

Most of us refer to Rieslings as being sweet, but they can be as dry as a Pinot Grigio.

Tasting the wine before you buy and checking the residual sugar of the wine is an easy way to make sure you are buying exactly what you want. The higher the residual sugar, or “RS,” the sweeter the wine will be. Whether you choose a sweet or dry Riesling, this wine is a perfect teammate to bring turkey from boring to spectacular. A local recommendation for a white wine and turkey pairing is

The Saratoga Winery’s Semi-Dry Riesling. This wine is not bone dry but also doesn’t have too much sugary sweetness. Peach flavors and smooth finish makes this wine a winner for Thanksgiving dinner.

A dry white wine like Chardonnay is also a musthave accompaniment to your Thanksgiving table. Chardonnay is full of body and bold flavors.

This wine can hold up against creamy, rich side dishes such as green bean casserole and stuffing. Chardonnay’s low acidity and

and other traditional Thanksgiving desserts. The combination is sure to be a conversation starter. A few local recommendations for dessert-style wines are Thirsty Owl’s Late Harvest Chardonnay and The Saratoga Winery’s Melomel wines.

Melomel is an all-natural style of wine made with 12 percent honey and can be comparable to a Port.

At the end of the day it’s all about choosing the right wines for you and your guests. There are no set rules, just plenty of suggestions and pairing options to help make your life easier.

If you have a large group, it’s always good to have a few different types of wines on hand to please everyone’s palates. If you choose one of each—dry red, sweet red, dry white and a sweet white—you cover all your bases.

As always, a helpful winery employee is ready to assist you in finding the perfect Thanksgiving wines for you at your local Saratoga Springs wineries. Happy Thanksgiving and Cheers!

Amy Greth is the Marketing Manager at The Saratoga Winery and the voice behind Mel, the beloved wine-drinking horse. After discovering a love for wine in her younger 20s, she has now aged the passion into a fine career. She is proud to have been raised in Saratoga County and is currently settling roots of her own in the area.

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Week of November 7 - November 13, 2014

Plant Your Amaryllis Bulbs Now

by Peter Bowden for Saratoga TODAY This is the time of year when I like to start some Amaryllis bulbs, so I’ll be able to enjoy the flowers when winter days are at their shortest and living flowers outside are still months away.

Amaryllis is a member of the larger “Amaryllidaceae” family that includes clivia and nerine, popular

bulbs grown in summer flowerbeds.

Another unexpected member of the Amaryllis clan is the agave. Native to Mexico, the agave is famous for its use in the production of tequila.

Your “Hippaestrum vittatum” hybrid Amaryllis is descended from plants that grow naturally in Peru.

Photos Provided

Amaryllis flowers range in color from pure white to wine red and every variation in between. Banded, striped and bordered varieties have been developed, transforming an already striking plant into an extraordinary specimen indeed! It isn’t uncommon for the flower spike to rise 2 1/2 feet above the top of the bulb and produce flowers 7 inches across...a real show stopper!

If you’re thinking of purchasing one for someone (or for yourself), be aware that Amaryllis bulbs offered can vary greatly in size…and size does make a difference! You’ll find Amaryllis “growing kits” that are commonly available in big box stores. In it you’ll get an Amaryllis bulb, a puck of what appears to be compressed peat moss and a plastic pot. Oh yes, you also get a box with a pretty picture on it. The box is the best part of this kit.

At a real garden center, you’ll find much larger Amaryllis bulbs… about five times larger than the “kit” bulb! Naturally, they cost a bit more than the kit Amaryllis, but rather than a stem or two with a couple of flowers each, the larger bulb will produce several stems each with 3-5 flowers each.

Once the flowers from the larger bulb starts, you’ll get flowers for at least a

couple of months...it will be finishing just as spring is arriving! Well worth the extra expense.

When you’re ready to pot your Amaryllis bulb, inspect the bottom and clip off any dead roots. Dead roots will be withered and dry. The pot you choose should seem too small for the bulb. It should only be an inch or two wider than the widest part of the bulb. Plant so that 1/2 to 1/3 of the bulb is exposed above the soil. Then water until water comes out the bottom of the pot. This thorough drenching settles the soil in around the roots and removes any air pockets from the soil. More important, it wakes up the bulb and lets it know that the dry season is over and its growing season has begun at last!

Place your potted Amaryllis in a warm spot. On top of the refrigerator works for me...it is always warm in the kitchen. There’s no need to water it again until you notice the flower stem starting to emerge from the top of the bulb.

This will take some time so be patient. When a shoot emerges, it’s time to move your Amaryllis to a bright location. Keep the soil lightly moist (not soggy wet). The flower spike will grow very quickly with noticeable growth each day.

When the huge flowers open, you may want to move your Amaryllis to a cooler location (as low as 50 degrees) to prolong the show of flowers.

What about next year? After the flowers are spent, cut off the flower stem. By now, leaves have probably started to emerge from the bulb. To get your Amaryllis to flower again, it’s important to promote this leaf growth. Think of the leaves as solar collectors that convert sunlight into energy that’s stored in the bulb for the next flowering cycle. Bright light (but not direct sun) is the source of next year’s flowers. Keep the soil lightly moist and feed with a soluble plant food like Jack’s Classic at half strength about every two or three weeks. Wait until the flowering cycle has finished before you start feeding. The best way to strengthen your Amaryllis is to sink the pot in a semi-shady flowerbed outdoors when things warm up next summer.

Sink the pot into the soil so that the exposed part of the bulb is almost covered. Before frost, bring your Amaryllis inside and allow it to dry out completely. Keep dry and store at 60-65 degrees for at least a month.

This dry storage period is necessary to stimulate your Amaryllis to begin its next growth cycle. Remember, Amaryllis like to be pot bound, so leave it in the same size pot for two or three years. Thanks for the read.

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PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

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Property Transactions BALLSTON SPA 10 Parkwood Drive, $229,000.

Dorothy Haag (by Atty) sold property to Matthew and Kristyn Bopp.

32 Skaarland Dr., $254,900.

James and Sharon Feltes sold property to Michael and Sarah Christy.

30 Forestbrook Dr., $309,900.

Heritage Builders Group, LLC sold property to Roberta and Thomas Daley.

GREENFIELD 370 Allen Rd., $275,000. David and Catherine Domozych sold property to Gregory Levantino.

494 Coy Rd., $360,000. Linda Nudi sold property to Three Little Drive, LLC. 241 Lake Desolation Road, $75,000. Dennis Sprague (by Exec) sold property to Kaitlyn Cameron.

MALTA 167 Thimbleberry Rd., $153,000. Gregory Harrigan sold property to Jason and Carissa Mineau.

34 Wineberry Lane, $254,340.

Peter Lacy and Susan MacBryde-Lacy (by Ref ) sold property to Citizens Bank.

8 Cherry Court, $342,450.

William and Wendy Mathias sold property to Cartus Financial Corporation.

32 Yachtsman Way, $435,614.

Malta Land Company, LLC sold property to Stanley and Linda Wilock.

1140 Raymond Rd., $295,000.

Randal and Holly Symonds sold property to Sara Arnold.

MILTON 20 Lancaster Place, $170,000.

Michele Compa sold property to Ann Ryan.

342 Jatski Dr., $375,000.

Chade Curcio and Donna Bove-Curcio sold property to Paul and Carol Peplowski.

121 Finley Rd., $155,000.

Maurice and Sue Jeanson

sold property to Matthew and Kelli Jeanson.

4 Margaret Dr. South, $176,516. Cindy Petrillose sold property to Marc Petrillose and Stacy Winters.

NORTHUMBERLAND

510 Colebrook Rd., $160,000.

Jared Hill sold property to Chad Chamberlain.

56 Brampton Lane, $58,500. C and S Construction, LTD sold property to Daniel Donohue.

SARATOGA 1220 Route 9P, $397,000. Nora Perkins sold property to Jeffrey and Rosalinda Ring.

1241 Route 9P, $459,000.

David and Lisa Lord sold property to JDLC, Inc. 34 Schuyler Heights St., $25,000. Franklin Shaw sold property to Brian and Deborah Abare.

454 NYS Route 32, $195,000.

Dixie Smith sold property to Brian White and Amanda Dion.

SARATOGA SPRINGS 33 Glenmore Ave., $335,000.

Steven and Tricia Zito sold property to Jameel and Heather Ali. 20 Tiffany Place, $325,0000.

Gurudev Allin (by Agent)

and Abhinetri Pandula (by Agent) sold property to Jennifer Susko.

2 Lady Slipper Court, $370,000.

Marie Mooney sold property to Paul and Karen Kelly.

17 Hawthorn Blvd., $151,063.

Winifred Bresee and Luanne Gossett (as Surviving Trustee) sold property to Roy Gordon, Jr. 9 Maria Lane, $490,000. McKenzie Estates of Saratoga, LLC sold property to Sherry and Seth Barnum.

4 Timber Brook Dr., $908,746.

Meadowbrook IV, LLC sold property to Robert and Niki Bladel.

7 Joshua Rd., $925,000. Landfall Holdings, LLC sold property to Luke Kathryn Roden.

7 Summerfield Lane, $749,000.

Margaret and Stephen Keeney sold property to William and Loretta Hoffman.

18 Empire St., $384,000. Cara Carly-Cole sold property to Jessica, Steven and Renate Tannenbaum.

6 Holly Dr., $185,000. Stephen McDermott sold property to Holly Zelenkewich and Kristie Thomas.

2 Elbern St., $602,500. Peter and Rita Nowakowski sold property to Cynthia Sullivan.

268-304 Broadway, $850,000.

Cheryl Mazierski sold property to William Ziemba.

STILLWATER

WILTON

2 Stone Clover Dr., $360,000.

Steven Galime and Ralph Vincent sold property to Jason and Sarah Gorss.

11 Forest Way, $237,000. Riley and Elisabeth Mahoney sold property to Jeffrey and Tara Barrett.

49 Brickyard Rd., $87,500.

Jacqueline sold property to Lindsey Sheedy.

3 Waller Rd., $135,000. Carole Eckert sold property to Peter Maynard.

12 VanBuren Ave., $182,320.

Mary Bango sold property to Dawn Hagadorn.

132 Ingersoll Rd., $260,000.

James Doyle sold property to Laura Howenstein.

25 Cannon Court, $235,000.

Mark and Dorine Phelan sold property to Chad and Caroline Fichtner.

3 Plum Court, $250,000. Erin Wiggin sold property to Michael Marchese.

32 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 AdirondackFM@nycap.rr.com; www.adirondackfriendsmeeting.org Regina Baird Haag, pastoral minister Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

All Saints Episcopal Church 3 Simpson Ave, Round Lake 518-899-5510 www.allsaintsroundlake.com Rev. Dr. Scott Evans, Priest in Charge Service: Holy Eucharist Sunday at 9:30am followed by coffee hour.

The Alliance Church 257 Rowland St., Ballston Spa 885-6524 Services: Morning Worship 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., coffee served at 9:45 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. All are welcome.

Handicapped accessible.

Baha’i Community of Saratoga Springs 584-9679; 692-7694 usbnc.org.

Ballston Center Associate

RELIGION Reformed Presbyterian Church 58 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa 885-7312 ballstoncenterarpchurch.org Services: Sunday Worship Service, 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 St., Saratoga Springs 584-5980 Services: Sunday 8 & 10 a.m.

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.

Congregation Shaara Tfille 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs 584-2370 saratogasynagogue.org Services: Saturday 9:30 a.m., (1st & 3rd Sat. also 10:30) Monday & Thursday 7:30 a.m., third Friday each month 7:30 p.m.

Handicapped Accessible

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.; Weekday Masses: MondayFriday 9 a.m.

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.; Bible Study: Thursday 6:30 p.m.

Week of November 7 - November 13, 2014 Galway United Methodist Church 2056 East Street (at intersection of Route 147), Galway 882-6520 www.galway-unitedmethodist-church.com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

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

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

Handicapped accessible.

Greater Grace Community Church Pastor David Moore 899-7777 thechurch@ggccmalta.org Services: Wednesday 7:30 p.m. Friday 7:00 p.m., 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.

Prayer Meeting - Wednesday 6:30 p.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.

Handicapped accessible

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.

Childcare is available at all services.

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 10:30 a.m.

Handicapped accessible.

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.

Coffee and Fellowship in Living Stone Hall; Wednesday: Noon potluck luncheon; 1 p.m. choir rehearsal; 2 p.m. Bible Study Group

Week of November 7 - November 13, 2014 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.

Handicapped accessible.

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.

Handicapped accessible.

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: Eucharistic Celebrations: 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 sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com; www.

stjosephschurchgreenfieldcenter.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m. Handicapped accessible

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. Handicapped accessible

St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church 771 Route 29, Rock City Falls 893-7680 sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com Services: Sunday 8:30 am.

Handicapped accessible.

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 149 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs 584-0904 Services: Saturday 5 p.m. with Holy Communion.

Sundays 8:30 & 11 a.m. with Holy Communion.

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. 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; saratora@aol.com; saratogachabad.com

Saratoga Friends Meeting (Quaker) Rts. 32 and 71, Quaker Springs 587-7477; 399-5013 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

RELIGION Saratoga United Methodist Church Henning Road, Saratoga Springs 584-3720 saratogaumc.com.

Services: Sunday 9 & 10:45 a.m.

Handicapped accessible.

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.

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

Services: Sunday 10 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Temple Sinai 509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-8730 www.saratogasinai.org Shabbat Services: Friday 6 p.m.

Preceded by 5:30 p.m. Oneg.

Handicapped Accessible.

Terra Nova Church 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs 833-0504 terranovachurch.org saratogaquestions@ terranovachurch.org Services: Sunday 5:30 p.m.

Childcare: 6 months–4 years and expanding Handicapped accessible.

The Salvation Army/ Worship, Service & Community Center 27 Woodlawn Ave., Saratoga Springs 584-1640 Mail-P.O. Box 652 Captain Aaron A. Boone, Sr.; Captain Amber S. Boone Commanding Officers/Ministers Services: Sunday School 10 a.m.; Praise & Worship 11 a.m.

62 Henry St., Saratoga Springs 584-3122

JŌB: The Now Testament St. Clements Church, located at 231 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, will be hosting a production on November 20 through November 22 at 7 p.m. It is a provocative original musical by John Angotti, directed by Karey HallTrimmings, with musical director Matt Duclos. Everybody asks the question why, and most people have an opinion. When there is no answer we simply say: “It’s part of God’s plan.” But is it? How could a just God have a plan that requires death and destruction? It is here inside this question where JŌB: The Now Testament’s story begins. Tickets are $10 at the door. For more information call (518) 584-6122. All proceeds go to benefit St. Clements’ outreach in helping to develop new local programs that will be sending students in need home on Fridays with backpacks filled with food.

The program will be piloted in two elementary schools in January.

Heart 2 Heart - Welcome Jessica Kelley Friday, November 7, 2014, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Saratoga Abundant Life Church, 2325 Route 50 South FREE ADMISSION. Heart 2 Heart Women’s Ministry welcomes Jessica Kelley, author & speaker.

Come hear Jessica’s moving story and explore with us God’s loving role in our lives. For more information call: (518) 885-5456.

Congregation Shaara Tfille holds Cemetery Consecration Congregation Shaara Tfille, located at 84 Weibel Avenue in Saratoga Springs, invites the community to join them on Sunday, November 9 at 11:30 a.m. for a Cemetery Consecration. The event will include a Torah procession, chanting psalms and Blowing of the Shofar! This expansion will

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Trinity United Methodist Church 155 Ballard Road, Gansevoort 584-9107 tumcwilton.com Rev. Robert Kersten Services: Sunday 11 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 wiltonbaptist@gmail.com; wiltonbaptistchurch.com; Services: Sunday 11 a.m.

provide for the needs of future generations of their congregation.

The Consecration ceremony will be followed by a delicious complimentary catered lunch by Cindy Shaw of “What’s Cooking,” followed by an Adult Education program led by Rabbi Kenneth S. Blatt.

The topic will be “The Here & Now and the Hereafter” and will include a discussion on Jewish Law, Jewish Minhagim (customs) and Jewish Superstitions.

Funded by a generous grant from Jewish Federation of NENY, there is no charge for this event. However, please RSVP by Wednesday, November 5th at 5842370 so they can plan accordingly.

Free Home Bible Study Great way to study the Bible at your convenience. Exciting and informative study that could change your life. Compliments of Free Spirit Fellowship. For more information call (518) 885-3149.

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LOCAL BRIEFS season. Contact (518) 538-2191 for information regarding more details including place and times for drop-off.

Equitas Agents to Gather Food and Supplies As temperatures drop, Equitas Realty agents will be fanning out through their communities to collect much-needed donations to Shelters of Saratoga (S.O.S.), the area’s only men’s and women’s homeless shelter. Starting Nov. 14, families will find a door hanger with a collection bag and a list of the dozen items most in demand, including canned goods, powdered coffee creamer, sugar and Stewart’s milk cards as well as socks, underwear, bedding and personal care items such as soap and toothpaste. Monetary donations are also welcome. The door hanger includes a raffle ticket to win a free turkey in time for Thanksgiving.

On Friday, Nov. 21, Equitas agents will collect bags from doorsteps throughout Saratoga Springs, Ballston Spa, Wilton and Greenfield. For more information, contact either Justin or Cindy at (518) 584-9990 or (518) 581-1097.

Flashback! Dinner Theater There are still some tickets available for Flashback! Dinner Theater. Don’t miss Malta Spotlighter’s Theatre Troupes’s musical presentation, celebrating 25 years of Community Theater.

Performances take place on the Malta Community Center Stage on Saturday, Nov. 15 (dinner at 6 p.m. and show at 7 p.m.) and again on Sunday, Nov. 16 (dinner at 2 p.m. and show at 3 p.m.).

Dinner and show prices start at just $15. Call Malta Parks and Recreation at (518) 899-4411 for more information.

Help the Backstretch Workers B.E.S.T. is Backstretch Employees Service Team, a nonprofit organization that serves the physical and social welfare needs of the backstretch workers at the Saratoga Race Track. There are workers at the track until Nov. 15 and the free store on the track supplements bedding, clothing, etc., to these workers. As the cold weather has set in, the store needs blankets, men’s warm jackets, hats, gloves, long underwear, work shoes and boots to help finish the

Spa Catholic Drama Production Join Hercules Porridge, the famous Hoboken detective, as he solves “Murder at Crooked House,” presented by the Saratoga Central Catholic High School Drama Troupe. Hercules and all his friends, including Anguish Crispie, the famous mystery writer, will be awaiting your company on Nov. 13-15 at 7 p.m. and November 16 at 3 p.m. at 64 Hamilton St. in Saratoga Springs. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. All proceeds benefit the SCC Music and Theatre program. For more information, call (518) 587-7070 or visit www. saratogacatholic.org.

Toys for Tots Donations During this upcoming holiday season, Community Emergency Corps of Ballston Spa will again be an official drop off point for donations for the Toys for Tots program sponsored by the United States Marine Corps. For 2014, they will also be partnering with the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office to broaden the scope of support for the national Toys for Tots campaign. Donations have already been accepted and will continue to be accepted at the station at 78 Thompson St. in Ballston Spa until Dec. 15. You can drop them off anytime, days or evenings. As a reminder, toys collected in this area are redistributed right back into this area to those in need. For further information, contact CEC Executive Director Ray Otten at (518) 885-1478.

Havurah Vatik Local novelist and playwright David Kalish was inspired by a brush with cancer and divorce to create comedy from his painful past. David will read from his recently published first novel, “The Opposite of Everything” and discuss the process of turning life experiences into fiction at Congregation Shaara Tfille Nov. 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Audience questions and comments will be welcomed. “The Opposite of Everything” will be available for sale and autograph. A catered lunch will be served. Contact Temple Sinai at (518) 584-8730, mailbox 4, or havurahvatik@

hotmail.com by Nov. 13 if you are planning to attend, need to cancel your reservation, or if you need transportation. All Saratoga area Jewish seniors 55 plus are welcome.

Over-30 Basketball at Gavin Grab your sneakers and get ready for Over-30 Basketball! Designed with the mature, basketballplaying crowd in mind, the Over-30 Basketball Program is for adults, ages 30 and over.

This is a drop-in activity which runs Mondays, 8-10 p.m. now through May 19. The weekly fee is $5 per person (cash only), and a maximum of 20 players can participate on any given night.

Any questions, please contact the park office at (518) 584-9455.

First Night Saratoga 5K Run The 17th annual First Night Saratoga 5K Run, presented by the Saratoga Arts, will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 31 at 5:30 p.m. The run is limited to the first 1,500 registrants. There is no day of race registration. The race has sold out for the past 13 years. A ChronoTrack B-Tag computerized scoring system will be used. The USA Track and Field certified course starts and finishes on the Skidmore College Campus. Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers as well as the top three male and female finishers in five-year age categories. All finishers will receive a First Night commemorative medal. Register

by Nov.28 for the early registration fee of $25 and a guaranteed moisture-wicking long-sleeved shirt. After Nov. 28, registration is $30. Refreshments following the race. Showers and restrooms available in the athletic complex.

Save time by registering online or download an application and map at www.saratoga-arts.org. There is no additional fee for registering online. For further information contact First Night Saratoga at (518) 584-4132.

Saturday Nature Walk A Youth Saturday Nature Walk will take place on Nov. 8 from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Bring a lunch.

Adults are welcome to join in the fun. The event is sponsored by Christian Education, Trinity United Methodist Church, 155 Ballard Road in Gansevoort. For more information call (518) 584-9107

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Baked Ham Dinner A baked ham dinner will be Saturday, Nov. 8 from 3:30–6:30 p.m. at the Trinity United Methodist. Take-out available.

Handicap accessible. Menu: Baked ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, applesauce, vegetables, rolls, assorted desserts and beverages.

Kids Entrée available. Cost is $9 for adults, $5 for children, under 5 free.

Christmas Shopping Crafts, Garage Sale, Lunch Come check out Christmas shopping at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club off Maple Avenue on Elks Lane. With the Christmas season in force, there are extra vendors for shopping. Admission is free, over 40 vendors, great parking, bargains galore, bakery goods, books, household items, clothing, jewelry, handwork, party vendors, hand-painted bird feeders and ornaments, all natural soaps, jewelry, ladies handmade accessories, knitted baby items, Christmas decorations and antiques. Fun for the entire family. There will be pizza and other lunch choices available. All proceeds go to local charities.

All markets are held the fourth Sunday of each month, excluding December. The next date is November 23. Tables are available for $15. Call Linda at (518) 2895470 for more information.

The Now Testament at St. Clements St. Clements Church (231 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs) will be producing and hosting a production of JŌB: The Now Testament on Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 20-22 at 7 p.m. It is a provocative original musical by John Angotti, directed by Karey Hall-Trimmings, with musical director Matt Duclos. Tickets are $10 at the door before each performance. For more info call (518) 584-6122. All proceeds go to benefit St. Clements’ outreach in helping to develop new local programs that will be sending students in need home on Fridays with backpacks filled with food.

The program will be piloted in two elementary schools in January.

Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will meet Saturday, Nov. 15 at 1 p.m. at the Town of Saratoga Town Hall. Director of Education at Brookside Museum

Anne Clothier, will discuss “Maladies, Medicine & Mortality: Disease in America 1780-1920.”

Learn how disease influenced American family histories. Public is welcome. For information call (518) 587-2978.

Annual Coat Drive Donations for the eighth annual coat drive are being accepted now through Jan. 7, the Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company (4208 Route 50 and 227 Ballard Road, Wilton) is hosting their annual Coat Drive. The Jones Road and Ballard Road offices of Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company are collecting winter coats and other coldweather clothing items to benefit the Adirondack Vets House.

Items can be dropped off during regular business hours. For more information about the coat drive, call the Jones Road branch at (518) 587-8484.

Polar Express Comes to Saratoga The Polar Express comes to the Saratoga North Creek Railway (26 Station Lane Saratoga Springs).

Take your child to experience the magic of the season on a mystical round-trip journey to an extravagantly built North Pole.

Read along with the story as the train makes its magical round trip journey to the North Pole. Meet Santa and enjoy caroling, hot cocoa, a treat, and a special gift for each child. Kids are encouraged to wear their pajamas, just like in the story. Trips are in November (14-16, 18-23, 25-26, 28-30) and December (2-7, 9-14, 16-23, 2628). Ticket prices vary by class and availability.

Annual Members’ Art Show The ever-popular, year-end show is a great opportunity for established and emerging member artists to display their best works in a professional exhibition at The Arts Center Gallery and celebrate their many talents with fellow artists and the community. The show goes from Nov. 15 to Dec. 31. Annually, with over 150 artists exhibiting artworks ranging from painting, drawing and printmaking to sculpture, functional fine art and photography, the annual Members’ Show promises to be a real treat. For more information call (518) 584-4132.

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Family Friendly Event

Friday, November 7 Everything You Need to Know About Health Insurance Enrollment Saratoga Springs Public Library, Susman Room, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Adirondack Health Institute’s EASE Department will be hosting a free information session. It will begin with a short presentation on the NY State of Health Marketplace, Medicaid, Child Health Plus, Qualified Health Plans, and the changes to enrolling in health insurance. A Stewart’s gift card will be raffled off at the end of the session. Refreshments will be provided. For more information call (518) 480-0111 ext 32051.

Border Security Discussion Skidmore College, Davis Auditorium, 5:30 p.m.

Todd Miller, a researcher and author who specializes in U.S. immigration and border issues, will give a talk at Skidmore College.

Miller, who has written widely as an observer at the nation’s borders, is author of Border Patrol Nation: Dispatches from the Front Lines of Homeland Security. The event is open to the public free of charge.

First Friday 10th Anniversary Downtown Ballston Spa, 6 – 9 p.m.

Grab a bite to eat, listen to some music and perhaps do some early Christmas shopping. Plus get your First Friday 10th Anniversary raffle card validated at 5 or more participating venues and be entered into a drawing for prizes from local businesses.

Healthy Gluten-Free Living Discussion Healthy Living Market, Wilton Mall, Saratoga Springs, 7 – 8 p.m.

Please join author and food educator Lisa Howard for a discussion and sampling of recipes from her fantastic cookbook, Healthier Gluten-Free. Lisa will delve into the idea of what makes a meal both gluten-free and truly healthy and

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encourage people to think outside of the gluten-free box by avoiding refined sugars, starches, fillers, and substitutes found so often in most gluten-free diets. She’ll be whipping up some recipes from her book to demonstrate her point, including a Baked Brie with Homemade MixedBerry Jam, so participants can see (and taste!) what she means when she talks about flavorful, healthful, and naturally gluten-free cooking.

Lisa will be available to sign copies of her book (available for purchase at the store) following the lecture.

This is a great lecture to attend with the holidays right around the corner!

This lecture-style class is FREE; pre-registration is required. Register using our secure online store www. healthylivingmarket.com or give us a call at (518) 306-4900.

Donation: Adults $10, Children 5-12 $6 under 5 free. Pay at the door.

First come-first served. For more information visit www.xcsavior.org or email xcsavior@yahoo.com.

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Nature Walk Youth Event Trinity United Methodist Church, 155 Ballard Rd., Gansevoort, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Bring a lunch. Adults are welcome to join in the fun. Sponsored by Christian Education. For more information call (518) 584-9107.

Tang Museum Family Saturdays Tang Museum, Skidmore College, 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Suitable for children ages 5 and up with their adult companions.

Programs include a brief tour of a current Tang exhibition followed by a hands-on art activity. Free and open to the public. Reservations are strongly suggested. For reservations and information call (518) 580-8080.

Baked Ham Dinner Trinity United Methodist Church, Ballard Rd., Wilton (Exit 16), 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Menu: Baked ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, applesauce, vegetables, rolls, assorted desserts and beverages. Kids Entrée available.

Cost is $9 for adults, $5 for children, under 5 free. Take-out available.

Handicap accessible. For more information call (518) 584-9107.

Tenth Annual Harvest Buffet Christ The Savior Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake, 4 – 6:30 p.m.

Menu: Soups – Cream of Broccoli or Borscht, Coke Beef Roast, Chicken Mole’, kielbasa and sauerkraut, BarB-Q Pork, salad, dessert and beverage.

Warren Miller Ski and Snowboard Movie: “No Turning Back” Gannett Auditorium, Skidmore College, 6 p.m.

Presented by the Alpine Sport Shop and the Skidmore Outing Club to benefit the Skidmore Outing Club and Double H Ranch Adaptive Winter Sports Program. Cost is $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Tickets available at Alpine Sport Shop. For more information call (518) 584-6290 or go to www. alpinesportshop.com.

Sunday, November 9 The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 south of the Village of Victory 8 – 11 a.m.

Eggs cooked to order, bacon, sausage, toast (white or wheat), pancakes (regular, blueberry, buckwheat, apple cinnamon), French toast, home fries, orange juice, coffee, tea, hot chocolate. Cost: Adult $6, Child $3, everyone welcome. Breakfast every second Sunday, each month, all year.

Monday, November 10 Toys for Toga Various Restaurants, Bars and Retailers, Downtown Saratoga Springs Toys for Toga wants to spread cheer throughout the Saratoga community this holiday season. Bring new and unwrapped toys to any of the restaurants, bars, and retailers participating in the Saratoga County Winter Restaurant Week and look for the large box with the Toys for Toga logo. The toys will be donated to the following local charities: Franklin Community Center, CAPTAIN Youth and Family Services, and Mechanicville Area Community Services Center. The event will continue through December 11th. For more information call (518) 584-1531.

Tuesday, November 11 Southwest Neighborhood Association of Saratoga Springs Meeting Saratoga Eagle Community Room, 45 Duplainville Rd., Saratoga Springs, 7 – 8:30 p.m.

The association includes all neighborhoods located in the southwest part of the city. The topic for this meeting will feature the recent announcement regarding the award of $1,600,000 to build the long-awaited Geyser Trail. SWNA trail Coordinator Matt Veitch will lead the discussion and introduce individuals from the city and others who have worked on the multi-use project bordering Geyser Rd. For more information call (518) 5878134 and visit www.sswna.org.

Wednesday, November 12 It’s Pickins’ Time Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa, 7 – 9:30 pm Get Ready for a Great Evening of Music at the popular Ballston Area Seniors Pickin’ Session. Admission is free and there is ample free parking. Please bring finger foods to share – can’t have music without some munchies. Bring your guitar, banjo, fiddle, harmonica or whatever you use to make music – or just come. For more information visit www.ballstonareaseniors.com.

Thursday, November 13 Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Saratoga Springs Public Library, H. Dutcher Community Room, Noon.

“Charles F. Dowd and Standard Time” - In the late 1800s, almost every town had its own time zone based on sundials, and train schedules were chaotic. So how did standardization eventually come about? Learn about the timely intervention of Saratoga’s own Charles Ferdinand Dowd, principal of Temple Grove Seminary for Girls (now the Skidmore Apartments. Join Charlie Kuenzel and Dave Patterson as they talk about Dowd and the monument/sundial that honors him.

This program is free and open to the public. Tea and coffee are provided.

For more information please contact the Visitor Center at (518) 587-3241.

Interfaith Prayer Meeting Courtyard of Longfellows’ Restaurant , 500 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs. 7:15 a.m.

The meeting begins at 7:30 a.m. and concludes no later than 8:30. Sign-in and continental breakfast begins at 7:15. There are no charges or donations. All are welcome. For more information call (518) 450 1615.

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

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They’re engaged!

Bryer Photography Congratulations to Ashley Kerker and Timothy Tyler on their recent engagement!

The bride-to-be is currently employed at Jumper Bean Daycare in Ballston Spa. Proud parents on hand to join in the celebration are Richard and Barbara Kerker of Charlton; Robert and Christine Tyler of Hagaman.

A wedding date of Sept. 12, 2015 is planned, with the celebration scheduled for the National Museum of Dance in Saratoga Springs. Congratulations and best wishes for your lives together!

Ballston Spa holiday Plans Underway

BALLSTON SPA – The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association’s annual Ballston Spa Holiday Parade and Weekend Celebration takes place Dec. 5-7. The Holiday Parade will be held Friday evening, Dec.

5. Step off time is 6:30 p.m., proceeding on Milton Avenue and ending in Wiswall Park on Front Street with Santa lighting the Christmas tree.

Before and after the parade, there will be carolers and

musicians on the street corners and many village shops, restaurants and museums will be open with music, demonstrations and displays.

The parade has become a hometown-style holiday tradition, with fire trucks, floats, animals, kids and Santa parading down the main street of the village. This is a true community event and everyone is welcome! If your organization, group or business would like to take part in the parade that night, or for more information contact Ellen at the BSBPA office at (518) 8852772 or info@ballston.org.

The Beekman Boys rock The Library!

SARATOGA SPRINGS – On Saturday afternoon, Nov. 1, The Friends of Saratoga Springs Public Library hosted the Beekman Boys (Brent Ridge and Josh KilmerPurcell) to a packed house.

200 free tickets were

distributed at the Friends Book Shop, the used bookshop on the 1st floor of the library. Josh and Brent related how their new careers, after fleeing NYC, have been challenging but rewarding. Their pasta sauce

“The Mortgage Lifter” is now sold at select Target stores, including Saratoga Springs.

A percentage goes toward helping other struggling small farms. They graciously signed copies of Josh’s book ‘The Bucolic Plague.’

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At Seventeen, Alicia Bautista Is Ready

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — You are hereby invited to hear the future.

A future from a person still so young that she had to be driven to this interview by her parents; from someone so young that she cannot even legally buy a drink at many of the establishments she plays.

Tonight, if you stop in at Bailey’s Café, a young performer named Alicia Bautista will charm and delight you. She will be making her second “pro” gig in this city, but the Queensbury High School soon-to-be-salutatorian has compiled performance credits in the Warren County area that belie her age.

Simply put, Alicia seems incredibly comfortable performing and transmitting that good cheer that audiences find engaging.

Something that takes performers decades to perfect, if they ever get it at all.

You can search for a reason why Alicia can perform at this high level and come up with many possibilities. Perhaps it’s because Alicia has an old soul; perhaps a by-product of some good grounding by parents Alex and Susan; perhaps it’s a spiritual nature that she makes a point of emphasizing.

Perhaps it’s the result of losing her fear of performing at age four when she performed “Castle on the Cloud” from Les Miz; combine that with classical, operatic and baroque vocal training from Meredith Reed at Glens Falls Vocal Academy since the fifth grade and you have a powerful combination.

Perhaps it’s all these things together, with some other factors we are not supposed to define.

“Because of these experiences,” Alicia says, “I never get nervous – I get excited. Nervousness comes to me only when I’m unprepared.”

But then she smiles and says: “But I’m always prepared,” and you believe her. As you do when she confides that she always says a prayer before each performance.

Playing at taverns and bars can constitute a different dynamic

altogether. Sometimes the venue can be anything but a listening room.

“When that happens, I just keep going. My goal is to get the audience to sing along with me, to make requests that I either know or can learn for next time…in some ways, I like paying for an audience that I don’t know. I relish the challenge of learning something outside my comfort zone… For me, my hook is a love song but basically it’s about what the audience wants to hear,” she says.

No rock star ego anywhere to be found, but quiet confidence and an understanding of what it takes to be successful. When you hear her say, “It’s all about spreading joy” you forget her age and see the seasoned performer.

With a repertoire of about forty tunes spread through the classics like Fleetwood Mac and Neil

Young to the modern day, Alicia has enough in her arsenal to keep most people interested. She also has been getting serious her own song craft and has “about three ready to record and two others that are in process” that are likely to be part of tonight’s song lineup.

Nothing in this life is a slamdunk and Alicia still has many miles to travel; many credits to acquire (not to mention juggling Pharmacy college with a second major in music), but it says here that she has a remarkable skill set; a presence that gives her an excellent chance to do more than survive, but thrive as a musician and performer and make people glad they came to see her for a long time to come.

Close your eyes and hear the future. It sounds pretty sweet.

Alicia Bautista

Friday, November 7 at 7 p.m.

Bailey’s Café Phila and Putnam Streets, Saratoga Springs

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A Special Halloween At Palazzo Riggi!

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Last Friday, Oct. 31 was more than special at the Palazzo Riggi on N. Broadway for their annual enchanted Halloween celebration.

As if by prior arrangement with the entity that controls such things, the weather remained clear and everyone got to enjoy the magnificently decorated grounds, highlighted by an appearance from Cinderella herself, who gracefully made herself available for photo ops and spreading holiday cheer.

In addition to enjoying cider donuts and chocolate bars (some with a very special $100 prize) and pumpkin weight-guessing activities, the evening featured an opportunity to become aware of the good works being done by Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist (H.O.P.E) and the Saratoga County Animal Shelter – and the opportunity to give their adoptable dogs a home where they could live happily ever after!

Photos by Sharon Castro

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Happy 10th Birthday First Friday!

Ballston Spa’s Monthly Event Marks Milestone With Prize Drawings

BALLSTON SPA— The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association (BSBPA) will celebrate the 10th anniversary of its popular “First Fridays in Ballston Spa” monthly event on Friday, Nov. 7 from 6 - 9 p.m.

Since 2004, this event has attracted visitors from all over the area to the village

of Ballston Spa on the first Friday evening of each month to listen to live music, view art exhibits, sample food and drinks and stroll through the many fine shops in the village.

As part of the special anniversary celebration, a prize drawing will be held, with

many merchants donating items ranging from gift baskets and gift certificates, specialty store items and more. To qualify for the prize drawing, visitors need to pick up a special First Friday Anniversary card at any participating merchant that evening and have it stamped at each First Friday

The Puppet People Present

“The Wizard of Oz” SARATOGA SPRINGS — Follow the yellow brick road to the National Museum of Dance’s School of the Arts (SOA) studios on Sunday, Nov. 9 at 11 a.m. to see the Wizard of Oz. The husband and wife puppeteer team, known as The Puppet People, return to the SOA to perform this beloved musical. This is an event that will entertain your whole family. Tickets are $10 per person. After the performance, you will

have the option to attend a workshop to learn how to make your own puppet. The puppetmaking workshop takes place at 12:30 p.m. and the cost is $15 per person.

The National Museum of Dance is located at 99 South Broadway in Saratoga Springs. The Museum is currently open for regular admissions on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information visit dancemuseum.org or call (518) 584-2225.

Saturday’s Sixties Spectacular Features A “Fab Five” Of Favorites SCHENECTADY — A star-studded five-act lineup of hit makers from the 1960s will perform at Proctors Theatre, 432 State Street, Schenectady, on Saturday, Nov. 8.

The show stars co-headliners Peter Noone with Herman’s Hermits (“Mrs. Brown, You’ve got a Lovely Daughter,” “I’m Henry VIII, I Am,”) along with B.J. Thomas (“Raindrops Keep Fallin On My Head”).

Other acts that will perform include Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels (“Devil with the Blue Dress/Good Golly Miss Peter Noone Of Herman’s Hermits

Molly,”) and the original lead singer for The Buckinghams, Dennis Tufano (“Kind of a Drag”).

Opening the show will be The Happenings, who exploded onto the national charts in 1966 with “See You in September” which became the Number 1 hit throughout the world that summer.

Tickets for the Nov. 8 event can be purchased at the Proctors Box Office, by phone at (518) 3466204 or online at proctors.org.

Ticket prices are $39.75, $47.75 and $54.75.

venue they visit between 6 and 9 p.m.

Cards with five or more stamps are then eligible for the drawing, which will take place on Nov. 15.

For more information on participating merchants and their First Friday activities, visit ballston.org or call (518) 885-2772.

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week of 11/07-11/13 friday, 11/07: Alicia Bautista, 8 pm @ Bailey’s - 583.6060 Possum Haw, 8 pm @ Caffè Lena - 583.0022 Chuck Kelsey, 7 pm @ Carney’s Tavern - 952-7177 Jukebox Night, 10 pm @ Caroline Street Pub - 583.9400 Bo Goliber + Fresh, 7 pm @ Crown Grill - 583.1105 Acoustic Circus, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s - 587.7359 (6 p.m.) Out Past 9/Tim Ortiz, 9:30 pm @ Harvey’s - 583.0003 (5:30) Slow Burn/Street Talk, 5:30 pm @ JP Bruno’s - 745.1180 Becky Walton Trio, 9 pm @ Nanola - 587.1300 Keith Pray Quartet, 9 pm @ 9 Maple Avenue - 583.2582 Dan Sherwin, 7 pm @ Primetime Ultra Lounge - 583.4563 DJ Qbert + Others, 9 pm @ Putnams Den - 584.8066 Crossfire, 9 pm @ The Mill - 899.5253 Good Sir, 8:30 pm @ The Rusty Nail - 371.9875 Potbelly, 6 pm @ The Saratoga Winery - 584.9463 Funk Evolution, 8 pm @ Vapor - 792.8282 Roger Held, 7 pm @ Wishing Well - 584.7640

saturday, 11/08: Just Nate, 9 pm @ Bailey’s - 583.6060 WEQXposure Showcase, 8 pm @ Caffè Lena - 583.0022 Austin Barosi, 9 pm @ Cantina - 587.5577 Russ Kennedy, 7 pm @ Carney’s Tavern - 952.7177 Sean McGraw + Band, 10 pm @ Caoline Street Pub - 583.9400 Karaoke, 10 pm @ Circus Café - 583.1106 Cole Broderick, 6:30 pm @ Fifty South - 884.2926 Jeff + Becky Walton, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s - 587.7359 The Wallies, 9:30 pm @ Harvey’s - 583.0003 True Grit Outlaws, 10:30 pm @ JP Bruno’s - 745-1180 Band Camp, 9 pm @ Nanola - 587.1300 Pete Sweeney Quartet, 9 pm @ 9 Maple Avenue - 583.2582 George Giroux, 6:30 pm @ Primetime Ultra Lounge - 583.4563 The New Mastersounds/The Heard, 9 pm @ Putnam Den - 584.8066

Sean Lyons, 8 pm @ Ravenswood - 371.8771 ROG, 9 pm @ The Mill - 899.5253 Hey Jude, 7 pm @ The Parting Glass - 583.1916 Back 40 Band, 8 pm @ Vapor - 792.8282 Rob Aronstein, 7 pm @ Wishing Well - 584.7640

sunday, 11/09: Harvest Moon Harmonies, 7 pm @ Caffè Lena - 583.0022 Twin Peaks Duo, Noon @ Harvey’s - 583.0003 Jazz Brunch, 11 am @ Primetime Ultra Lounge - 583.4563

monday, 11/10: Jeff Walton, 6:30 pm @ Brook Tavern - 871.1473 Chris Carey/Tim Wechgelaer, 7 pm @ One Caroline - 587.2026

tuesday, 11/11: Rich Ortiz, 10 pm @ Caroline Street Pub - 583.9400 Two Step Tuesdays, 8 pm @ Crown Grill - 583.1105 Open Mic with Rick Bolton, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s - 587.7359

wednesday, 11/12: Justin Joyner, 7 pm @ Nanola - 587.1300 Masters of Nostalgia, 9 pm @ One Caroline - 587.2026 Celtic Session, 7 pm @ Parting Glass - 583.1916

thursday, 11/13: Jim Kweskin + Happy Traum, 8 pm @ Caffè Lena - 583.0022 DJ Dragonette, 8 pm @ Cantina - 587.5577 Matty Finn, 6 pm @ Carney’s Tavern - 952-7177 Open Mic, 10 pm @ Circus Café - 583.1106 New Artist Showcase, 8 pm @ Gaffney’s - 587-7359 Bob Pulsifer, 7 pm @ Harvey’s - 583.0003 High Peaks Band, 9 pm @ Nanola - 587.1300 Rich Ortiz, 9 pm @ Putnam’s Den - 584.8066 Jeff Walton, 6 pm @ Inn at Saratoga - 583.1890 Craig Campbell/Big Sky Country, 7 pm @ Vapor - 792.8282

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Puzzles

Across 1 Lies as a whole?

5 King who raged to Edgar on the heath 9 Turbaned Punjabis 14 Matty or Felipe of baseball 15 Puffs additive 16 Pistons great Thomas 17 Hog product 18 *Madonna 20 Leave open-mouthed 22 Gets under control 23 *Ivy League professional school 26 PC brain 29 Skier’s challenge 30 Tuna holder 31 Sci-fi hybrid 33 Running or jumping 36 Mideast flier 37 *Fruity dessert with sweetened crumbs 42 Wrath, in a hymn 43 Writes to, nowadays 44 Green stuff 47 Transfer __ 48 Orchestra site 51 Say more 52 *”The Lord of the Rings” genre 56 Liszt or Schubert 57 Plaque honoree 58 Prize for an aspiring musical artist, perhaps from the first word of the answer to a starred clue 63 Avatar of Vishnu 64 Congo critter with striped legs 65 Golden St. campus 66 Grace ender 67 Concise 68 Use FedEx, say 69 Male deer Down 1 Versailles attraction 2 Los __: Manhattan Project site 3 Pink shades 4 Invasive vine 5 WC 6 Actor Roth 7 Arterial trunk 8 Kingly

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See puzzle solution on page 46 9 Like the village blacksmith’s hands 10 Philosophies 11 Rio automaker 12 Laugh syllable 13 Shunning the spotlight, maybe 19 Computer that may use Snow Leopard 21 Toastmaster 24 Caustic comeback 25 Accustom (to) 26 Firearms pioneer 27 Backside 28 Hard to look at 32 Nectar collectors 33 High spirits 34 Pierre, e.g.

35 Friend of Snow White 37 Verdi opera with pyramids 38 Nudge

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Streaks to Return Playoff Experience in 2015 Continued from Page 1

season opener and a 6-1 loss to Shenendehowa in game three of the season, this year’s team fulfilled and surpassed early fall expectations, while setting the bar high for 2015.

This week’s Q&A is with Blue Streaks head coach Adrienne Dannehy as she reflects on the Section II final and the journey to get there.

Q. What was your impression of the first half and how you guys started the game Wednesday?

A. I don’t think we started well. Our first half—I really don’t know what it was. It was just real flat. We gave up the free kick very early on and we just didn’t go to the ball and they scored, which gave [Bethlehem] the momentum going into halftime. And we didn’t really start picking up momentum ourselves until we scored our own goal.

Then they played fantastic. If we had played the last 30 minutes like the first 30 minutes, I don’t think there would have been a discussion.

Q. Did you guys try to make any adjustments at halftime?

A. We just addressed that they had to pick it up. They had to start winning 50-50 balls, which we weren’t winning any of. Even the first 10 minutes of the second half we were kind of on our heels, backing up. Then, we started to bear down and we pushed the ball, like we’re used to doing, and had a beautiful goal. Unfortunately, it was too late.

Q. It obviously didn’t turn out how you had planned, but to get to that point and rattle off 15 straight wins in the Suburban is still pretty impressive.

A. My husband kind of pointed that out to me and said, ‘Did you ever expect, after the first week, that you would get this far and accomplish what you were able to accomplish?’

When you put it in that perspective, yeah we didn’t expect it after the first week, so to be able to do that means these girls really learned something and did the best they could. I think the nerves just got to us at the end. Being young, hopefully we can get there again next year and

some of the younger ones will be a little less nervous.

Q. Before the Class AA playoffs started, you said many of the returners reflected on last year’s run to the finals. We’ve talked about the youth of this year’s team. Obviously, you expect many of them to be back next year after getting a taste of the postseason this year.

A. I think last year, those girls who had never been to the finals before, they were in awe of what we accomplished and the fact that we were there. So the girls who were there last year, those were the ones who were calm Wednesday. It was the young ones who were not as sure of themselves and shaky. I’m just hoping that, now, these girls, who are much younger than the younger girls from last year— they have two more years—I’m hoping they can impart a little bit of wisdom to the new girls who are coming up next year.

Now we just want to go forward.

Q. But you have made it to back-to-back sectional finals and it seems safe to say that you guys have something figured out here, right?

A. We haven’t figured out how to start the regular season (laughter), but we sure figured out how to end it. Honestly, I don’t even care what happens in the beginning of the season. It’s just there to say, ‘OK, this is what we need to work on.’ You want to peak in sectional time. We started peaking a little earlier, but we honestly didn’t realize we were peaking until the end as we just went on this incredible run.

It’s always nice to coach a team that just wants to win, works hard and does their best. That’s all I can ask for.

Q. Is there anything that you learned as a coach this year?

A. Every year you look back and see if there was something you could have done different. I have realized over the last couple weeks that this group of girls, if you put too much pressure on them, they don’t really take it and build on it. Teams in the past would say, ‘This is it. This is the end. If we don’t do it right here, we’re over,’ and that pumped them up. With this group, it

Blue Streaks sophomore forward Sarah Covell (2) is surrounded by Bethlehem players in Wednesday’s Section II Class AA championship game. After going up 2-0, Bethlehem packed the defense in to contain Saratoga. Below: Saratoga Springs’ sophomore midfielder Dyer Delaney (10) fights for possession in Wednesday’s sectional final. Photos by MarkBolles.com

was more relaxed. Going into the game relaxing yourself, and I almost think that I put a little too much pressure on them on this particular game. I didn’t put a lot of pressure on them for the Nisky game and they went out and played the game of their lives. Every team is different. As a coach you have to figure out what’s going to motivate them.

What I took away from them was that they were much more relaxed when I was relaxed.

Q. We’ve talked about the youth of the team, but do you mind talking about some of the senior leadership one last time?

A. I can’t say more of my senior captains—Ellery Bianco, Kennedy Cocozzo and Theresa Starnes. On each third of the field, those three were there and the girls next year who are coming up definitely have big shoes to fill. Ellery is flashy and direct.

Kennedy is very good at cleaning up and trying to get the best out of everybody, and Theresa is a silent person in the middle for me, but her leadership reflects in her gameplay and that motivates the girls. In every aspect, the three of them had something different to give, but they definitely left a lasting impression on all these girls. They’re hoping that they left a good legacy and precedence, and I think they did.

Q. Looking back on this year, what kind of things do you see yourself remembering?

A. I’m going to remember that we scored 53 goals in one season. Doing that in the Suburban Council is beyond nuts. We scored about 30 goals last year and Cassidy Driscoll and Ellery were two of the highest goal scorers. Between the two of them, they scored most of our goals last year. This year, to have it spread out among three (senior Bianco, sophomore Ya’nique Van Ness, sophomore Sarah Covell)— Ellery was the second leading goal scorer and I think YaYa was

fourth, which makes me excited for next year. I’m very proud of my girls and I couldn’t have asked for a better group of kids. They all worked hard and they all wanted to be there. Their perseverance inspires me and I hope they continue to work in the offseason when I’m not with them and we come back, come together, continue this run, and show everybody that we’re here and here to stay. We earned a little respect and we hope that we continue to keep that respect.

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When is Too Soon, Too Soon?

by Damian Fantauzzi for Saratoga TODAY There is a soon-to-be 13-year-old seventh grade girl, Deja (Dasha) Kelly from San Antonio Texas, who has verbally committed to the University of Texas women’s basketball program.

Yes, I said 13.

Wait a minute, how can that be? Doesn’t the NCAA have restrictions about that? Well, yes and no.

At 11, as a fifth grader, Deja had multiple colleges express an interest in her, and last year as a sixth grader, her dream school, the University of Texas, came on to the scene. Because of her age, her commitment could only be verbal, which is non-binding, and that’s a good thing.

I have seen video footage of this youngster and she is the real deal, and with her skill level, she’s in a league of her own.

She’s a very mature kid who looks older than her years. In an interview with NBC’s Janet Shamlian on the Today Show, listening to her talk during the interview, you would think she was a 20-year-old. But, she’s a

middle school “KID” in the seventh grade, and at her age there are so many things that lay ahead for her.

Her dad, Darren Kelly, was a point guard at Texas and her mom, Theresa Nunn, who is her AAU coach, is a former Division II college player. Her parents seem OK with this process. Her dad did express that he would like to see her go through the recruiting process, with other schools in the mix, as she moves forward into the end of her high school experience.

What is the problem with this scenario and where do I start? Even though Deja is a story of exception, I feel what is happening in youth sports is that the kids are becoming, at a much younger age, too focused on the target of grandeur in the success of athletics, or stardom!

It’s admirable that this kid is that mature, but for whose sake and at what cost? Is this exploitation by colleges and universities or an obvious fault in the system of college recruiting— or maybe both?

Should this be allowed? Personally, I don’t like it!

It used to be that college coaches and scouts would go to high school games around a prospect’s junior year. Then, and only then, the universities could make personal contact with the players. Now that AAU has exploded onto the scene, and I do mean exploded, players are being seen and are coming under the scrutiny and consideration of college coaches, while some are still in elementary school.

There are a number of college coaches who don’t even bother to go to high school games to recruit. Most head coaches will

send their assistant coaches to the many AAU tournaments across the country, where on a weekend there are literally hundreds of kids playing basketball. It’s like a candy store of basketball players. Many of these college coaches are overstimulated by their sweet tooth for sugar-coated basketball players.

This, unfortunately, has become the new norm.

So that means potential superstar Deja Kelly plans to become a freshman at UT by the year 2020.

Oh, what could happen between now and then? A lot!

For one thing, she can change her mind, and that’s on the upside because her commitment is nonbinding. Maybe Geno Auriemma, UConn’s extremely successful women’s basketball coach, who has nine national championships, can sweep her off her feet to play for UConn. Options are always good.

My quarrel with the NCAA asks the question, “Where’s the integrity of ‘big time’ college sports?”

It has become such a money game for these schools that they have gone too far by looking at “little kids” as prospects for the future of their athletic programs.

The integrity of collegiate sports is flawed when you look at what was just revealed about the University of North Carolina, where there was a period in time when some athletes were getting good grades as no-show students (a topic I will be addressing soon). The shame! Believe me when I say that UNC is not the only school fudging grades for their athletes.

Think how we used to feel.

It was crazy watching these little girls in gymnastics competing in

the Olympics. The OCC has an age limit. I’m sure it’s 13, with rumors of China and Russia forging birth certificates. Thirteen?

Color me surprised!

Winning has become the most important thing in the world of sports and I can’t shake the idea of “winning at all costs.”

There’s more to playing sports than that. How far down can these college programs fall into the rabbit hole? Whatever happened to the revered philosophy, “do the right thing?”

Giving these starstruck “little” athletes the idea that they are already big time prospects— is that fair to them and their families?

Sounds crazy, and in my opinion, it is! Believe it when I say the parents can be as starstruck as their children. These kids might still like watching the Disney movie, “Frozen,” and then be expected to commit to playing basketball, or whatever sport, at a big-time University, like Texas!

This just doesn’t seem right, and at the ages of 12 through 16, or 17, shouldn’t these young players be enjoying the process of playing sports for the fun of it?

There are so many stories about kids who burned out from over-play, accompanied with the abusive tactics of some coaches who have personal goals and/ or parents who are living their dream through their child. All this because of the unnecessary pressure put on these youngsters to excel in a sport.

This is fundamentally wrong and these college programs need to rethink their method of recruitment. I find this scenario disturbing and I see it as another black mark against collegiate sports.

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The program recognizes student athletes, teams, coaches, administrators, faculty and community members who have made significant contributions to the Ballston Spa Athletics program through their service, performance, dedication, commitment and accomplishments.

All candidates for membership in the Hall of Fame must fall into one of the four categories of Athlete Candidate, Team Candidate, Coach/ Faculty/Administrator Candidate or Community Contributor and meet the criteria for that category.

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Community Sports Bulletin Saints Soar High Again in 2014

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Central Catholic golf team finished with an undefeated league record and a class C-D Section II championship for the second consecutive season. The team put together a 43-match winning streak—a school record.

Back Row: Colin Bradley, Kayla Zekley, Dylan Seeber, Jay Flyn, Chloe Ethier. Front Row: Terrell Tillman, Emma Vandecar, Drew Welcome, Coach Dale Long.

Burnt Hills Graduates Take Bronze for JMJC

MONTREAL, Quebec — Burnt Hills High graduates Chris Alaynick, 19, and Haley Meara, 18, along with Ashley Hejlik, 27, led the way for the Glenville based Jason Morris Judo Center by all winning bronze medals at the 42nd annual Quebec Open in Montreal last weekend.

Alaynick won a bronze the first day (Saturday) in the 81kg under-21 division, going 4-1, then almost reached the podium again the next day in the 81kg seniors, taking fifth place and losing in the bronze medal match.

Meara showed much improvement to place third in the 48kg under-21 category while Ashley Hejlik picked up her first Quebec Open medal taking a bronze in 48kg going 3-1 on the day. The JMJC has now won a total of 85 medals at the Quebec Open over its 13 year history.

Burnt Hills graduate Eric Skylar, 18, who had just been promoted to Black belt turned in a strong performance as well, taking fifth place in the 81kg under-21 division and seventh place in the 81kg seniors.

Send your sports stories or briefs to Brian Cremo, Sports Editor at brian@saratoga publishing.com

Maggie Conway’s penalty corner entry.

The Streaks also won Wednesday’s A regional over Section III’s CiceroNorth Syracuse.

Saratoga broke a 1-1 tie when senior Carley Barnes fired in a shot assisted by Maggie Conway with 2:38 left

(left to right) Saratoga Central Catholic’s Kristen Maher, Amelia Bielefeld, Jocelyn Maher, Laura Kenny and Sabrina Johnson. The Saints girls cross country team finished as tri-champions with Duanesburg and Fort Plain-Canajoharie in the Western Athletic Conference.

Spartans Take Another DII Title

Ashley Hejlik on her respective podium. Photo provided.

Saratoga Field Hockey Wins First Class A Title in 7 Years SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs girls field hockey team took the Class A championships with a 1-0 win over Shenendehowa on Nov. 2.

The Blue Streaks’ Carly Barnes gave Saratoga Springs the one-upper in the first half when she converted on a shot from the top of the circle, after

Spa Catholic Finishes in 3-Way Tie for WAC

in the match.

Barnes also assisted the Streaks’ first goal, which was punched in by Mimi Liebers.

Holding on to beat the Lady Northstars, 2-1, at Schuylerville, Saratoga advances to play MaineEndwell High School Saturday at 3 p.m.

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NISKAYUNA — The Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake boys volleyball team won the Division II Section II championship Saturday, Nov. 1.

The Spartans (22-2) swept Mohonasen (25-14, 25-17, 25-16) at Niskayuna High School.

Riley Hynes had 15 kills for the Spartans, while Cody

Pearce finished with five kills, two blocks and 30 assists. Dan Symer added 15 kills, Brien Hollowood had nine kills in the sectional title win.

Advancing to regional semifinals, Burnt Hills will now play at Baldwinsville High School against Section III winner Oswego Saturday at 6 p.m.

BH-BL Falls in Final Burnt Hills fell in the Class A Title Game Against Scotia, 4-2, last Saturday.

Photo by MarkBolles.com

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Battle of Undefeateds To Decide Class B SCHUYLERVILLE — Nine weeks. Two teams. No losses.

Something will have to give in the Week 10, Section II Class B Superbowl.

Schuylerville (9-0), the No. 1 seed in the Class B West Division takes on Shalmont (9-0), the No. 1 seed in the Reinfurt Division.

Schuylerville is ranked No. 7 in the state, while Shalmont is ranked No. 2 in the state.

Both teams have cruised through both the regular season and postseason. The Black Horses have outscored opponents by an average margin of 31.8 points per game, while the Sabres have beaten opponents by an astounding

average differential of 63.1 points per contest.

That 63.1 factors in a Week 4 outlier that includes a six-point win over Class A Burnt HillsBallston Lake.

Looking for their first sectional title since 2005, and the program’s first Class B title, Schuylerville has their work cut out for them to contain an explosive offense that has scored over 53 points in every Class B game this season, except for last week’s 49-0 win over Broadalbin-Perth.

Led by the duo of quarterback Nick Gallo (20 touchdowns) and running back Hunter Gac (22

touchdowns), Schalmont has put 559 total points up this season.

Schuylerville will have to come out sharper than they did last week against Cohoes when the team had an uncharacteristic three fumbles in the game’s first 16 minutes.

The Black Horses got their feet under them though and were helped by Will Griffen’s 214 rushing yards and three touchdowns, which included one 70-yard run for a score.

The battle of the two undefeated teams for the Section II Class B championship will take place Saturday, Nov. 8 at 3 p.m. at Shenendehowa High School.

Bulldogs Fall in Regionals After First Section ’Ship in 25 Years

SOUTH GLENS FALLS — Third time’s a charm.

The story for South Glens Falls boys soccer in 2014 was finally getting over the Section II Class A hump.

After playing in the final three years in a row, South Glens Falls finally came out with a win and can now call themselves sectional

champs for the first time since 1989.

The Bulldogs’ (16-4) shot at the state final four came up short in a 2-0 loss to Jamesville-DeWitt Wednesday, 2-0, but the programmilestone game was last Saturday’s win over Scotia-Glenville.

Tied with the Foothills rival late in the second half, Teddy Bruschini assisted Levi Ahl with a back-heel

Schuylerville running back Josh Thomas will be heavily needed on both sides of the ball for the Black Horses to take down Shalmont in Saturday’s Class B Superbowl.

Photo by Sharon Castro.

pass with 6:31 left in the game.

It was Ahl’s 11th goal of the season and Bruschini’s second assist of the game.

The win also moved the Bulldogs to a No. 8 ranking in the state before taking on DeWitt.

Senior Alec Potter led the team with 22 goals this season, while Bruschini had a team-high 17 assists.

Schuylerville quarterback Will Griffen breaks away from defenders in last week’s playoff win over Cohoes. Photo by Sharon Castro

Cody Krostrzebski (5) fights for posession in the Section II Class A Final.

Photo by MarkBolles.com

Below: The team and South Glens Falls students celebrate the win.

Photos by MarkBolles.com