F R E E Volume 7 • Halloween Help Costumes and Food Drive to Benefit Local Families
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Build It and They Will Come Opportunities Abound in Growing Community by Chelsea DiSchiano Saratoga TODAY
by Daniel Schechtman Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA COUNTY – Halloween costumes can be frightening, and for families struggling to make ends meet, so can their price tags. Enter Kristi Carrara, owner of the Comic Depot at the Wilton Mall, who has partnered with the Franklin Community Center (FCC) for the second year in a row to hold a Halloween Costume Drive, asking the community to donate gently-used costumes for kids whose families are working with a limited budget. “Halloween was one of my favorite holidays as a kid,” said Carrara, “and last year was such a huge success. The response was overwhelming, so we wanted to see if we could do this again.” After all, Carrara noted, “Who doesn’t like walking around dressed up and getting a bag full of candy?”
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MALTA - It would seem that everyone in Saratoga County is aware of the population and economic growth that has spawned from the creation of GlobalFoundries in 2009. But how are these changes affecting the once quiet town of Malta? The differences in the community are being seen everywhere: Hospitals, fire departments and many local businesses are expanding and adding new locations while fresh businesses and restaurants continue popping into town, bringing a newly diverse population to the fastest growing county in the state—and all of this
“If you drive down Route 9 in Malta, you will see a lot of new businesses that weren’t there five or even two years ago.” Shelby Schneider Director of Marketing and Economic Development Specialist at SEDC
growth isn’t going to slow down anytime soon. GlobalFoundries submitted a site plan application amendment with the Town of Malta September 17 for a second semiconductor facility at the Fab 8 campus, which will be known as the Technology Development Center (TDC). “The TDC will enhance [GlobalFoundries’] manufacturing operations and really make the Saratoga County site the hub for their global technology development team,” said Shelby Schneider, director of marketing and economic development specialist at the Saratoga Economic Development Corporation (SEDC). “At this site, they will be developing
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Native American Festival Returns
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SARATOGA SPRINGS – The Saratoga Native American festival returns this year, presented by the Ndakinna Education Center and the festival’s host venue, Saratoga Spa State Park. This year the event takes place the weekend of September 29-30, running from 9:30 a.m. – 7:30
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Fall is in the Air at the Children’s Museum of Saratoga Photos by Deborah Neary for PhotoandGraphic.com It sure felt like autumn at the Children’s Museum at Saratoga the afternoon of September 26, as these pint-sized Picassos unleashed their artistic interpretations of the changing leaves. Using coffee filters and markers, the group spent the afternoon tie-dying leaves. What better way to spend a day off from school than visiting the museum? There were swirls of red, orange, yellow, green and even some purple and pink. Talk about expressionism! To learn more about the great day programs at the Children’s Museum, visit their website at www.childrensmuseumatsaratoga.org.
Billy Pipe, proud artist.
Myra Thomas takes an abstract approach. Avery Polynice is a happy artist. Jemma Pipe’s painting was bursting with color.
Grace Hanrahan and Alicia Pipe know that sometimes you got to get your hands dirty to make some art.
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John S. Bouchard, 38, of 60 Harrison Ave., Apt. 8, Hudson Falls, pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while intoxicated, a class-E felony. Bouchard was arrested March 16 in Wilton and has been sentenced to five days in Saratoga County Jail, five years of probation and mandatory use of an ignition interlock device. Julio A. Romero, aka “Black,� 30, of 14 Eastview Dr., #3, Watervliet, NY, pleaded guilty to a charge of third-degree attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance, a class-C felony. Romero was arrested July 19, 2011, in Halfmoon and has been sentenced to two years in New York State Prison and two years of post-release supervision. Daniel J. Green Jr., 33, of 22 Stone Rd., Clifton Park, was resentenced September 20 by Judge Jerry J. Scarano to one and one-third to four years in New York State Prison, probation terminated, after admitting to a violation of probation. Green was originally convicted February 14, 2011, of second-degree attempted assault, a class-E felony, for which he had been sentenced to five years of probation. Green also pleaded guilty to another charge of second-degree attempted assault, a class-E felony. Green was arrested May 15 in Halfmoon and has been sentenced
to two to four years in New York State Prison. The sentences will run concurrently with one another. Duane L. Pettit, 39, of 108 Maple Ave., Ballston Spa, pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while intoxicated, a class-D felony. Pettit was arrested July 15 in Ballston Spa and has been placed on interim probation to participate in drug treatment court. He is scheduled to return to court for sentencing November 14. Jennifer A. Wade, 51, of 32 Shore Ave., Saratoga Springs, has been charged with aggravated driving while intoxicated, a classD felony, and two counts of driving while intoxicated, a class-D felony. Wade was arrested August 21 in Malta and is expected to return to court at a later date. Philip W. Wagner Jr., 36, of 5 Arbor View, Ballston Lake, has been charged with two counts of driving while intoxicated, a classE felony, and third-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, a misdemeanor. Wagner was arrested March 23 in Clifton Park and is expected to return to court at a later date. Jeremy B. English, 40, of 106 E. Turf Trailer Park, Clifton Park, pleaded guilty to a charge of driv-
ing while ability impaired by drugs, a class-E felony. English was arrested January 22 in Halfmoon and is scheduled to return to court for sentencing November 13. Rebecca K. Breaux, 39, of 34 Waterbury St., Saratoga Springs, pleaded guilty to a charge of third-degree criminal mischief, a class-E felony. Breaux was arrested May 12 in Saratoga Springs and has been sentenced to time served and five years of probation. Chad M. Herron, 38, P.O. Box 31, Palatine Bridge, pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while intoxicated, a class-E felony. Herron was arrested October 7 in the town of Saratoga and has been sentenced to five days in Saratoga County Jail, five years of probation and mandatory use of an ignition interlock device. Anthony J. Volino Jr., 36, of 1 Wintergreen Ave., Queensbury, pleaded guilty to a charge of firstdegree criminal contempt, a class-E felony. Volino was arrested June 28 in Halfmoon and has been sentenced to one-and-a-half to three years in New York State Prison.
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SARATOGA SPRINGS - Frank Soriano, 65, of 87 Damascus Drive, Wilton, was convicted Wednesday, September 26, of second-degree assault, an armed violent class-D felony, and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon. Soriano, a former corrections officer, was arrested after a road rage incident that resulted in Soriano stabbing another driver, Jeffrey Streicher, three times. Saratoga County District Attorney James A. Murphy contends that Soriano bumped Streicher’s car from behind because he was frustrated with Streicher’s driving, exited the vehicle and began hitting Streicher. Streicher tried to defend himself and started to return to his car when Soriano pulled a knife and stabbed Streicher three times - in the back, the arm and abdomen. “We are pleased by the jury’s verdict today,” said DA Murphy. “Assistant District Attorney Ann Sullivan, who prosecuted the case, called over 20 witnesses and put in over 80 pieces of physical evidence. We also acknowledge the thorough and diligent work of the New York State Police in the investigation of this case.” Soriano is scheduled to return to court for sentencing November 29, and could face two to seven years in state prison and three years of post-
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Marchione Claims Victory in Senate Primary Race SARATOGA COUNTY - Kathy Marchione claimed victory Tuesday, September 25, in the Republican primary race for the 43 State Senate District, narrowly defeating incumbent Roy McDonald for the Republican endorsement. McDonald will still appear on the Independence Party line, but as of press time had indicated he did not intend to actively campaign for reelection. Governor Andrew Cuomo has voiced his support for McDonald and his run for state senate. The candidates will face Democratic nominee Robin Andrews for the senate seat.
Police Officer Avoids Crazed Passenger’s Attempt to Crash SARATOGA SPRINGS – A member of the Saratoga Springs Police Department was almost hit by an on-coming vehicle that was allegedly steered directly at his cruiser. Police say Aurelio R. Bidinost, 45, was a passenger in a 2007 Nissan 350Z being driven by a woman in the early afternoon of September 25 along Route 9. Authorities say Bidinost grabbed the wheel of the moving vehicle and steered it toward a Saratoga Springs police car headed in the opposite
direction. The police are continuing to investigate, but believe the actions taken by Bidinost were intentional. The officer, Daniel Noeker, swerved enough to avoid the allegedly malicious driver, but the vehicles ultimately side-swiped each other in the process. Police believe Bidinost may have been arguing with the driver in the moments leading up to the crash. It was later revealed that Bidinost had recently been convicted of a trafficrelated felony. No one was injured in the incident, but Bidinost was taken to a medical facility for an unrelated injury. He was charged with firstdegree reckless endangerment, a felony. Saratoga County District Attorney James A. Murphy III is expected to ask for $50,000 cash or $100,000 bond for the arrest. Bidinost pleaded guilty in July to two felonies relating to a different accident. Bidinost violated his “Parker warning” which stipulates the defendant must remain arrest-free during court proceedings or face an increased sentence. He was still awaiting sentencing from the earlier crash. As a result, Bidinost could face up to 14 years in jail, with each case carrying a maximum sentence of seven years. Murphy added that alcohol may have played a role in the incident.
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Police Searching for Missing 16-year-old SARATOGA SPRINGS - Police are searching for a missing 16-yearold girl, Angel Williams-Guynup, who was notified as missing around 9 p.m. September 22. Initial indications were that the missing child may have been lost in the woods near the city line in the area of Route 29, but intense ground searches by city police, fire departments and search and rescue teams did not locate her. Information developed around 10 a.m. September 23 that indicated Williams-Guynup was not likely in the wooded areas that had been searched, and the intense ground search was suspended. Police are continuing the investigation into the whereabouts of Ms. Williams-Guynup and are asking anyone who may have information regarding her location to contact them at (518) 584-1800. Although nothing has been ruled out, police do not suspect foul-play at this point. Angel Williams-Guynup is a 16 year old black female approximately five feet three inches tall, 103 lbs. with black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen at the Kayderossas House on Kirby Rd. wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt and pajama-type pants. Police believe she may have contacts in Albany, Schenectady and out-of-state—possibly Georgia. Anyone with information regarding Angel Williams-Guynup’s location is encouraged to contact police.
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Halloween Costume Drive to Benefit FCC continued from Page 1 Costumes donated to the Comic Depot by October 14 will be used to benefit children involved in the FCC’s Project Lift program, a local afterschool prevention program for children in grades 1-5, along with other struggling families in the community. The organizations are looking for both male and female costumes for trick-or-treaters as young as 2 years old and up. “We realize that Halloween costumes are extremely expensive,” said Bo Goliber, coordinator of development and volunteers at the FCC. “So if there’s a family that’s already struggling and they have multiple children, we know that it’s one of those expenses that you don’t really budget for. Last year, when all was said and done, we served close to 300 people with Halloween costumes. It was pretty impressive for our first time out.” In particular, the FCC and Comic Depot are seeking costumes for the tween demographic – for children between the ages of 8 and 14. “We definitely need more of the bigger kids’ stuff, like the 8-12 year-
old age group for both genders,” said Goliber. If successful, the FCC and Comic Depot hope to present a wide variety of costumes for local children to choose from. “Last year, we had a couple of kids whose goal it was to go find something Star Wars related,” said Goliber. “They weren’t even out of the room from grabbing their costumes and they were already wearing [Storm Trooper] and Darth Vader costumes. They were so psyched to walk in, find what they wanted and in the size that they wanted. They were beside themselves.” Finding the perfect Halloween costume can be huge for a child who otherwise might not be able to participate in the trick-or-treating experience. But for families living from paycheck to paycheck, even making sure there’s enough food on the table can be a constant struggle. With the food pantry shelves at the FCC running dangerously low on supplies, the Comic Depot has decided to step up once again. The
store will hold a Walking Dead party to celebrate the premier of the AMC television show’s first episode of season three October 14, asking that all attendees bring a canned food item for entry. “We’ll be showing all of season two of “The Walking Dead” leading up to and including the season three premier,” said Carrara. “We’re going to hold raffles for “The Walking Dead” merchandise – the first two seasons of the show and the first two compendiums of the comic, as well as a pair of Rob Zombie concert tickets.” The event will be held all day at the Comic Depot, with a special “Zombie Walk,” where participants dressed as zombies shamble through the mall corridors, beginning at 5 p.m. All money and food items collected during the event will be donated to the FCC. “We’re seeing an influx of activity in terms of people utilizing our services [at the FCC],” said Goliber. “Monday of last week, our shelves looked full of food. As of Friday, we
had served 87 people in one day. So that food is going very quickly. We just can’t seem to keep [the food] on our shelves. So that is definitely our most pressing issue right now.” Along with canned items, the FCC is especially in need of peanut butter and jelly, tuna and hearty, ready-made soups (think Progresso Soup over Campbell’s just-addwater soups). “We always need food that will feed a family. Things like taco kits,
pancake mixes – stuff that realistically, in one box, can feed a family of four,” said Goliber. Outside of the October 14 event at the Comic Depot, food can be donated to the FCC Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at their 10 Franklin Street location in Saratoga Springs. To learn more about the costume drive or the Walking Dead party, visit the Comic Depot website at www.comicdepotllc.com.
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Primo Pizzeria and Italian Specialties Restaurant Opens in Wilton by Daniel Schechtman Saratoga TODAY WILTON - After seven successful years located in Ballston Spa (along with a second location in Loudonville), the Commisso family is expanding their popular Primo Pizzeria and Italian Specialties restaurant to Wilton, opening their newest location September 15 at 4208 Route 50 and Jones Road. “We had an opportunity and we were really looking to expand,” said Vince Commisso, co-owner of Primo. “Wilton is a densely populated area, coupled with the fact that we’re located in the Stewart’s Plaza, which happens to be the number one Stewart’s in their company as far as traffic and sales. So [expanding] was an easy decision to make.” Primo is a family-run pizzeria and Italian restaurant, owned by Vince, his wife, Courtney, and his brother, Frank. “I was born and raised in an Italianrestaurant-family,” said Vince, who worked for corporations outside of the food industry before he decided he wanted, “a little bit more control of my own destiny. So with my wife, who worked for seven years in a pizzeria as well, we decided to take a leap into being self-employed.” And thus, Primo was born. Drawing heavily on his family’s restaurant background, Vince and the Commisso family know the value of quality food and ingredients. “It’s all about the quality,” said Vince. “We use a homemade Italian sausage that we get from one of the local importing stores here in the Capital Region. Our sauce is high-
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Primo Pizzeria’s New York-style margherita pizza and white supreme
quality and is a family recipe and homemade too. I’d say 95 percent of the people that comment on our pizza mention the sauce.” The sauce has become so popular at Primo that Commisso now sells bottles of the homemade recipe out of his shop - a popular item for people wanting to try their hand at pizzamaking. But pizza isn’t the only thing you’ll find at Primo. Traditional Italian dishes such as the chicken marsala, a dish sautéed with onions, mushrooms, garlic, capicola and salami in a marsala wine sauce, add an authentic Italian feel to Primo’s robust menu. With salads, subs, wraps, pasta, calzones, Stromboli breads and more to choose from, Primo is a great location for dining in, carrying out, delivery or catering. “It’s a family-oriented atmosphere - very casual,” said Vince of Primo’s
dine-in experience. “It’s almost like welcoming people into our own home and sitting at our own dining room table to enjoy a nice, homemade Italian meal.” Catering is another large portion of Primo’s business. “We cater for all occasions,” said Vince, who noted Primo does a lot of catering for pharmaceutical representatives and doctors’ offices. “They want to be able to have the peace of mind and know that they have onestop-shopping, that they’re getting quality food, and it’s going to be delivered and there’s no hang-ups. And that’s what they find at Primo.” Primo’s newest location in Wilton can be reached by phone at (518) 584-5700. To reach their Ballston Spa restaurant, located at 15 Trieble Avenue, call (518) 855-3300. To learn more, visit www.getprimopizza.com.
Parking Lot Next to Lillian’s to be Potential Site of Northshire Books, Kilwins Chocolate Shop SARATOGA SPRINGS Bonacio Construction has begun work on a four-story building for commercial and residential tenants at the former municipal parking lot between the Lillian’s and Cantina restaurants on Broadway, and two commercial tenants are already eyeing the space. Kilwins Chocolate Shop, a chocolate, fudge and ice cream chain with over 80 locations (primarily found in Florida, Michigan and North Carolina) is looking to open only its second location in New York at the new building under construction at 420
Broadway. The shop is hoping to occupy one of the first-floor spaces facing Broadway. The shop features modestly priced sweets, with fudge selling for $8.50 per half-pound on the Kilwins website, along with gift baskets ranging from $19.99 through $149.95. Also eyeing commercial space at the Bonacio building is Northshire Books, the popular Vermont bookstore that had previously considered opening a second location at the former Border’s location in downtown Saratoga. After considering the Border’s location, Chris Morrow,
owner of Northshire Books, has decided on the latest Bonacio Construction project, and has signed a letter of intent to move into the new building. Now all that’s left, said Morrow, is to raise the funds. “Really, once we have the funding lined up, Saratoga is, by all indicators, a town that can support a strong, community-minded, independent bookstore,” said Morrow. Morrow is hoping to occupy another one of the ground-floor store fronts facing Broadway, as well as a portion of the second floor.
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SHOWCASE2012 Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway
Thursday, October 4 Saratoga Springs City Center 522 Broadway
4:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. • Open to the public 160 Exhibitors • $5 ADMISSION GREAT DOOR PRIZES & GRAND PRIZE iPad 2 • Business-to-Consumer and Business-to-Business products and services • Food and Beverage booths offering samples • Hourly Door Prizes will be given away • Two Cash Bars Available This event is open to the public and provides a great opportunity for you to learn more about the products and services being offered in Saratoga County and beyond. STAR 101.3 will be broadcasting live from the show floor.
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Welcome bars by The Saratoga Hilton will also be open during the show. We will be giving away door prizes every hour and a Grand Prize of an iPad 2 donated by E. Stewart Jones Law Firm at the conclusion of the show so don’t forget to enter the prize drawings by filling out a form or by dropping your business card in the entry basket.
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elcome to the Business Showcase, October 4, 2012 at the Saratoga Springs City Center. Our members are excited to have you walk through this annual showcase and view their displays and exhibits. 160 businesses will be there bringing you up-to-date on the latest offerings in products and services from adult communities and office furniture to luxury real estate and banking services. Scattered among the exhibits are 20 food and beverage providers offering finger foods, desserts, specialty food samples and sips of local beverages. Two cash
If that's not enough, here's 100 more reasons to attend. (Products and services being displayed) Commercial Real Estate, Legal Services, Promotional Products, Screen Printing, New Home Sales, Pizza & Sandwiches, Insurance, Web Development, IT Support, Water & Air Filtration, Food, Bed & Breakfast, Travel, Wings, Banking Services, Saratoga Hospital, Financial Services, Portraits, Saratoga Reads! Document & Media Shredding, Phantoms Hockey, Credit Cards- ATM Processing, Printing, Graphic Design, Marketing Tools, Health Insurance, Restaurants, Training & Education, Dental Services, Fine Art Jewelry, Employee Benefits /HR, Hotel, Artisan Cheeses & Specialty Foods, Dry Cleaning, Not-For-Profit Organizations, Office Furniture, Hair and Skin Care, Website & Internet Marketing, Cosmetics, Management Services,
Janitorial, Auctions & Appraisals, Holistic Health Care, Engineering /Architecture, Pizza & Sandwiches, Flowers, Transportation with a Chauffer, Senior Community, Large Format Digital Printing, Copy Machines, Point of Sale Terminals, Pilates, Home Furnishings & Décor, Conventions, Economic Development, Gourmet Nut Butter Blends, Info & tools to assist in creating tobacco free environments, Photography, Septic Service and Portable Toilets, Phone Service & Systems, POS Equipment, Business Graduate Programs, Transportation and much more! We invite you to support your local businesses and entrepreneurs and receive the information you need to buy locally. This annual showcase also provides a great opportunity to meet local business people in person and do some networking. Finally, many thanks to our members participating in this year’s show. Our exhibitors always make this event fun and worthwhile. Enjoy Business Showcase 2012. We look forward to seeing you! Jeff Shinaman VP Membership & Marketing Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce
Many thanks to our members and the communities we serve. All of the members of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce are grateful for the support they receive from local businesses for the Business Showcase. The success of this annual show is attributed to the exhibitors and the very important support of our sponsors. We appreciate the assistance of Saratoga Publishing who helped us develop and distribute this newspaper insert. We thank the show’s other guest sponsor: The Saratoga Hilton for providing the cash bars. We also thank all the exhibitors that donated door prizes. The invaluable support of these local businesses helps make the Business Showcase more affordable to exhibitors and allows everyone to enjoy the event.
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What is the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce? The Chamber is a countywide membership organization made up of businesses, organizations and professionals that, as a group, take on issues such as economic development, tourism, health insurance, community development and various other business concerns. The Chamber works daily to assure the achievement of our
County’s potential. The mission of the Chamber is and has been for over 90 years to initiate and provide programs and services, which will enhance members’ ability to successfully conduct their business and to enhance and promote a healthy climate, making Saratoga County an ideal place to work, live and visit.
The 2700 members of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce are offered many networking opportunities and various promotional activities like this Business Showcase. Group discounts on health and dental insurance, electricity, human resource consulting, website development and links and many other benefits are available to lower the cost of
doing business. Small business assistance and other educational programs and seminars provide vital information to assist in a member’s success. The Saratoga County Chamber is the largest Chamber in the Capital District and the largest in New York State. The Chamber is a non-profit organization governed by a repre-
sentative group of members serving as the Board of Directors. The Chamber employs a full-time professional staff of 12 with over 100 years combined experience to implement its plans and goals. Please go to www.saratoga.org for more information.
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Local Community Benefits From Rapid Growth continued from Page 1 technology at least two to three generations ahead of what is being produced now.” GlobalFoundries was estimated in 2011 to lead to about 6,500 new jobs in the Saratoga County area, at the site, at companies that provide needed services to the site and at local businesses that are the beneficiaries of added income in the area, according to an economic impact study by Everett M. Ehrlich. Schneider said that GlobalFoundries has already made good on their promise of job creation for the Malta area. “They started at 1,300 jobs and $3.2 billion in capital investment, and now with their planned expansion that they started this summer, they will have 1,800 direct jobs on site by the year’s end, plus 500 construction workers on site and close to $6.9 billion in capital investment,” she said. The population growth in the county inspired Albany Med Hospital and Saratoga County Hospital to team up for the $17.5 million project of opening an emergent care center at Exit 12 by Malta. The center, called Malta Med Emergent Care, will be staffed 24/7 by emergency physicians from Albany Med that patients can use as a convenient alternative to hospital emergency rooms for all but the most serious medical circumstances. “With the addition of GlobalFoundries, the Exit 12 area is projected to continue to experience growth in population and employment,” said Beth Engleman, Albany Med spokesperson. “The Exit 12 site provides easy access for area residents and employees, as well as those who want to get expert care in a convenient location right off the Northway.” Engleman said that after seeing the immense growth at Albany Med—the number of patients discharged from Albany Med who reside in Saratoga increased by 41 percent from 2003 to 2011—it only made sense to team up with Saratoga County Hospital to keep up with the growth. “Saratoga Hospital is wellrespected within the county and it made more sense to us to see how we could work together, rather than compete. They already owned the land at Exit 12 and were operating an urgent care center in Malta,” she said. “Working together, we have
already enhanced the services at Malta Medical Arts on Route 9 by supplying Albany Med emergency physicians to work with the staff at that site.” Malta Med Emergent Care is projected to open in the spring of 2013, and is just one of the servicebusinesses that are expanding to the Malta area due to increased need. The Round Lake Fire Department has joined with the Malta Ridge Fire Department to form a joint department closer to the central Malta area. A letter of intent to purchase a property located in Parade Ground Village has been agreed to by the involved parties, according to a newsletter from the Malta Town Board. “Plans to begin the new fire station include forming a not-for-profit corporation, which will build and own the fire station. The corporation, to be known as ‘The Fire Companies of Malta, Inc.’ should be in place by mid-September,” the newsletter said. “The fire department’s goal is for construction to begin during the 2013 construction season with completion within one year. Once completed and occupied, the shared fire station should significantly improve operational efficiencies and fire protection services in the center portion of the town.” Schneider said new businesses are also flooding the town. “If you drive down Route 9 in Malta, you will see a lot of new businesses there that weren’t there five or even two years ago,” she said. “SEFCU, Recovery Room, Allerdice Hardware, Minogue’s Beverage Center, Sonny Bonacio’s Self Storage facility, Maple Leaf Daycare Center and Albany Med/Saratoga Hospital’s Medical Center at Exit 12.” Schneider also added that businesses are finding homes in residential mixed use places such as Ellsworth Commons, Malta Crossings, Commercial and Industrial at The Bluth Building, and the 20 Tech Trail at NYSERDA’s STEP Park. “Our county’s population continues to grow at about one percent per year, which is healthy,” said Todd Shimkus, president of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce (SCCC). “But best of all is that the private sector payroll
has increased six percent in the past two years. This means that the growth measured is not excessive and of great benefit to the many people who have found jobs working in these new businesses.” New Malta residents have flocked to apartment developments like Ellsworth Commons on Route 9, though the complex declined to comment on their current occupancy rate. Their occupancy rate was most recently reported at 82 percent, Saratoga TODAY confirmed earlier this July. Malta resident and “sap commander” of Sugar Oaks Farms, Erich Ruger, said the growth of the town has had both positive and negative affects on his business. “It attracted a few more people to our Maple Days event in March, but it has also made it harder to find trees to tap in nearby areas,” he said. “And as a resident, all that has happened is that the traffic has gotten worse.” The growth in Malta and Saratoga County isn’t just bringing extra traffic into town. In a county in which 94.5 percent of the population is white, according to 2011 data from the U.S. Census Bureau, population growth means there will be an increase in diversity as well. “[Growth] means change,” said Denise Romeo, vice president of member services at SCCC. “What we’re seeing is our community becoming more diverse with folks that live there—new families are moving into the community so their children will be making classrooms more diverse. Different restaurants are popping up that will meet the needs of different cultures.” Romeo said the community is excited to embrace newcomers in Malta. “People living [in Malta] have not had that ethnic change, so it’s very exciting but also a little challenging with language barriers and that type of thing,” she said. “But there’s no doubt that our communities are welcoming everyone with open arms.” Dozens of SCCC members are returning from a trip to Abu Dhabi, the headquarters of GlobalFoundries, where they traveled to learn more about the culture in order to see how they can help employees and education partners
prepare for the new ethnic groups and diversity, as well as better understand cultural issues. “It’s an exciting time in Malta
and Saratoga County,” Romeo said. “It’s been the fastest growing county in the state for a long time and this just adds to it.”
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Words to know: interlope - intr. v., to encroach on the rights of others. See puzzle solutions on page 38
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The Words
ACROSS 1 It can keep a watch on you 6 Phi follower? 10 Took the bus 14 French fry? 15 Transportation option 16 Carafe kin 17 Quarry for Henry VIIIʼs cat? 19 Word in a boast 20 King of fiction 21 Martin Luther, to Pope Leo X 23 European wine region 25 Bouquet 26 Dutch exporterʼs forte? 32 The Olympic Australis and others 33 Slippery 34 Pop-ups, often 37 Hollywood VIP 38 “The Prince of Tides” co-star 40 Bend at a barre 41 LAPD section? 42 Pay stub abbr. 43 Origami staple 44 New Orleans campus sign during spring break? 47 Way up 50 Desperate 51 Horns in 54 Puts in a lower position 59 Melvilleʼs “grand, ungodly, god-like man” 60 Garb for a private pupil? 62 Two after do 63 Go like mad 64 Pitched perfectly 65 Itʼs pitched 66 Strong arms 67 Racket DOWN 1 Former fleet 2 Tense 3 Boorish 4 Sitting on 5 Noncommittal response 6 “The Tenant of Wildfell Hall” author Anne 7 Seine flower 8 Addams family nickname 9 Toward shelter 10 Put on a pedestal
Do you have a plan for your life? Some impressive goal that you’ve set for yourself? What if, while working toward that goal, you found a shortcut? Would you take it? A renowned author by the name of Clayton Hammond (played by Dennis Quaid) is reading excerpts from his new novel to a crowd of anxious admirers. The title of that novel is The Words and the protagonist is also a writer. The writer in Hammond’s novel is Rory Jansen (played by Bradley Cooper) and while he earns his living at a literary agency, his official title is mail supervisor. He’s submitted numerous works to various agents and publishers, but with no success. Still, Dora (his live-in girlfriend played by Zoe Saldana) tells him not to lose hope. Time passes; Rory and Dora marry, and honeymoon in Paris - France, not Texas - in case you weren’t sure. While shopping, Dora comes across a leather briefcase in an antique store and buys it for Rory. With the honeymoon over, the couple returns home to the same trials and tribulations. While examining the briefcase Dora gave him, Rory finds a manuscript inside. It’s old; that much is obvious from the paper and the fact that it was typed on an old-fashioned typewriter. What Rory finds when he examines it further, is a beautiful story written by someone whose talent far outweighs his own. Shocked by this and still disheartened by his own prospects, or lack thereof, he decides to type the entire novel on his own laptop just to feel the flow of the story in his fingers. From there things get even more complicated. Now, there’s a good deal more to The Words than what I’ve just told you. Hammond, Dennis Quaid’s character, has suffered a personal setback that I didn’t get to mention, there’s the origin of the manuscript found by Cooper’s character, what hap-
At The Movies With Trey Roohan
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11 Have an outstanding loan from 12 Durable fabric 13 Evergreen shrub 18 Muddle 22 Risqué 24 Swiftʼs birthplace 26 Drudgery 27 Prom night style 28 Myanmar neighbor 29 Bugged? 30 Spot checker? 31 __-de-France 34 Melodramatic moan 35 Wine partner 36 Word with poppy or top 38 Zilch 39 Andean tuber 40 Arnie or Tiger, e.g.
42 Roll up 43 South Carolina university 44 Gossip morsel 45 Down sources 46 First Nations tribe 47 Sting 48 Chuckle relative 49 Not worth __ 52 Words of reproach, and a hint to how the four longest puzzle answers are formed 53 “The Highway to India” canal 55 “Thatʼs terrible!” 56 __ torch 57 Cockney toast starter 58 Ocular nuisance 61 Clavellʼs “__-Pan”
pens once he’s entered the entire tome into his laptop. Still, I didn’t enjoy it. I can appreciate films about writers, even stories within stories, but there are no truly sympathetic characters in The Words. The actors, Cooper, Saldana, Quaid, Olivia Wilde, Jeremy Irons etc, all play their parts well - they just aren’t particularly interesting. I had high hopes, but I was disappointed. (6.4/10) For comments and questions, contact me at movies@roohanrealty.com.
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The Way We Were: Convention Hall by Daniel Schechtman Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS – Saratoga Springs is steeped in history, rich with memories of a bygone era when gamblers spilled into the Spa City to visit the historic race course and casinos, where men of considerable sway and power came to launch political careers in a town brimming with money and influence. Long before the sidewalk cafés and quaint mom-and-pop shops that line Broadway today, before the grand hotels were torn down and fires decimated and destroyed large swaths of downtown, Saratoga was a power unto itself in Upstate New York, a destination location that drew visitors from all across the country. While the race course, casinos and hotels did their fair share to attract visitors, conventions and special events held at the old Convention Hall overlooking Congress Park helped make Saratoga attractive to visitors yearround, and remained a huge asset to the city until it burnt down in 1965. “The building was built in the 1890s in an effort to expand the season in Saratoga and to bring in conventions,” said Hollis Palmer, local author and historian. “It was successful in many ways,” he added. Located at 262 Broadway, the hall was constructed in 1893, a 5,000 seat venue designed to host conventions, sporting events, concerts and activities. The grand brick building was a key landmark in the Spa City, instantly recognizable thanks to its two, tall towers topped with decorative cupolas. Instead of the traditional bleacher seating common at the time, the hall’s interior was outfitted with comfortable, individual seating on a floor and
balcony level, further increasing the venue’s appeal. For Saratoga native Jerry Grolley, the venue was a regular hangout spot while growing up as a teenager. “It had a space upstairs that was used as a youth center,” Grolley recalled. “Live bands used to play there; I was a drummer too, so I’d go upstairs to play the drums all the time there with my friends.” The hall played host to professional musical acts as well, long before the Saratoga Performing Arts Center would hold sell-out concerts at the Spa State Park. “My father sold 45s and LPs, so he always got involved when they had concerts [at Convention Hall] because he would sell his records there,” said Harvey Fox, owner of N. Fox Jewelers in Saratoga Springs. “I remember going to see The Brothers Four there – that was a real big thing.” The hall was also largely known for hosting sporting events, especially basketball games at the high school, college and professional levels. “Saratoga was a big basketball town until the Convention Hall closed,” said Grolley. “We played all of our ball games right there.” Fox also remembers playing basketball at Convention Hall. “I remember that very well,” said Fox. “I played basketball there with my fifth and sixth grade basketball team from Caroline St. Elementary School. I even saw the Harlem Globetrotters there once.” But success at Convention Hall was not destined to last. On November 14, 1965, the Columbia Hotel, located across the street from Convention Hall, caught fire. “It was so weird,” remembered
Fox. “It was a really windy day, and the fire blew right across the street.” Flames from the Columbia Hotel leapt across Broadway and lit up Convention Hall. Fire companies from all over the area – including companies from as far away as Schenectady – rushed to the scene. “I lived on Caroline Street when I was growing up, and my mother took me to the second floor where my bedroom was facing Broadway,” said Fox. “I could see the flames from there.” While firefighters fought for hours to stop and contain the blaze, it was too late to save the Broadway buildings. Both the Columbia Hotel and Convention Hall were destroyed in the fire. “That really was one of the biggest losses in Saratoga,” Grolley lamented, “and they never rebuilt.” It wasn’t until the mid-1980s that Saratoga would once again boast a
convention center downtown to attract year-round visitors and events to the Spa City. But for some, Convention Hall continues to loom large in memories of days gone by, a reminder of old Saratoga Springs and the way we were.
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Top: Convention Hall, as pictured in 1904, overlooks Congress Park. Bottom: Convention Hall could accommodate up to 5,000 attendees.
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Grandparents Raising Grandchildren by Chelsea DiSchiano Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA COUNTY Grandparents or other relatives that are raising grandchildren often face a mountain of issues and hurdles in their efforts to
give them a good home, but they don’t have to face their problems alone. In a state where 153,000 children are raised in kinship families, or families that include grandparents or other relatives, many people are unaware of the poor circumstances and legal
issues that kinship caregivers face. Kinship caregivers are more likely to be single, unemployed, older and live in poorer households. The children in their care, however, have fewer behavioral and social problems, according to the National Committee of
Grandparents for Children’s Rights. Though children living under kinship care are often better off with their grandparents or relatives than with their parents, most kinship families receive little or no financial assistance or services to support the children’s
needs. Unlike foster parents, who receive money and services from the government, kinship caregivers receive little to no aid to help raise their grandchildren. “They’re very much on their own,” said Gerard Wallace, director of the New York State Kinship Navigator program, the only statewide kinship program, which administered by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services and operated by Catholic Family Center. Wallace, who has an extensive history working with kinship programs and fighting for legal rights for kinship caregivers, said that kinship services in New York State are at “a bare minimum.” “Even at its height, there was only about $3 million divided out into programs among the state,” he said. “This year, because of budget cuts, it’s down to $1 million for the entire state.” There is some help for kinship caregivers in the form of the Non-Parent (Child-Only) grant, which caregivers may apply for on behalf of the children. A full grant pays between $300-$500 per month for one child. For each additional child, the grant increases between $100 and $200, according to the NYS Navigator website. “Financial assistance is paramount for kinship givers,” Wallace said. “You’re adding another child, or even children, to your family. The public assistance grant is more generous than other states’, yet it is not enough to get the job done.” Wallace added that grants and the amount of help caregivers receive are limited because kinship caregivers are not technically giving foster care to the children they are raising. “These [grants] compare really negatively with foster care, where you double or triple the amount that kinship caregivers receive,” he said. “And if you are a foster parent of a child with special needs or exceptional needs, you get even higher rates for them.” Financial issues aren’t the only problem for kinship caregivers. Kinship caregiver programs and advocates have been fighting for kinship rights for years, passing seven kinship-related laws in the
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Major laws concerning grandparents’ and kinship rights were passed, including the 2003 New York State Grandparents Rights Act and the 2008 Federal Fostering Connections to Success and Improving Adoption Act, which included both mandatory notification of grandparents upon the removal of children from their parents, and that information be provided to relatives about their custodial options in 30 days. Currently, advocates of grandparents’ rights are trying to amend a law that gives children who live with their grandparents for two or more years the right to a trial before a judge gives them back to an absent parent. Advocates are trying to extend the law to benefit all relatives instead of just grandparents, though they are facing opposition from people who work against domestic violence and argue that this law could be abused by batterers. “Right now, our advocates are going back to the Assembly and discussing sponsorship as well as trying to find a dialogue with those in opposition to see if we can extend this two-year period rule to all relatives,” Wallace said. Wallace added that legal rights and financial problems are not the only issues that grandparents and relatives raising children face.
“Grandparents and relatives are not alone, yet until they come in contact with a service provider, their sense of isolation is gigantic,” he said. “The childless couples you’re friends with fade away because your interests are no longer the same, and yet you’re very much older than many of the parents who are raising children for the first time, so there’s a disconnect there.” Wallace said these problems are well-addressed by support groups, which are a great way for grandparents or relatives who feel isolated to find a sense of common community, hear stories similar to theirs and start to create social relationships with other caregivers. Grandparents and relatives in Saratoga Springs who are interested in learning more about kinship rights or want to join a supportive community where they can share their issues can do so at the Saratoga Springs Grandparents and Relatives Caring for Children Support Group, which meets the first Wednesday of every month from 6-7 p.m. at Lake Avenue Elementary School, located at 126 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY. For more information, contact the NCGCR staff at (518) 833-
0215 or email info@grandparentsfor children.org.
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Hittin’ the Range with Gail Purdy-Brophy by Andrew Marshall Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS – On a crisp, autumn morning surrounded by the meticulously-groomed landscaping at Saratoga National Golf Club, I watch as Gail PurdyBrophy warms up on the driving range. She humbly mentions that she normally takes a couple dozen swings for her to warm up, adding that it takes a few more than it used to. You wouldn’t have guessed as much by watching. Each swing was consistent, making solid contact and sending it straight down the range about 200 yards from where we stood. “Okay, I guess I’m ready to get serious now,” she said with a laugh. To me, the extreme novice golfer, it was quite an impressive way to simply begin the day. To Gail, it was just another day on the range in a golf career that began before Title IX, and continues to prove that it’s never too late to pursue your passions. “This summer I played quite a
bit, I’d say I played in a tournament about every other week,” said Gail. “I played in both the New York State women’s and seniors’ amateur tournaments this year. I was quite proud of how I did in the women’s division. I’m 70 years old and I finished 17th overall in the state. I was out there playing against the college kids and the high school kids vying for scholarships.” In high school Gail was a natural athlete, competing as a speed skater during the winters in her native Glens Falls. Golf, she said, was simply how she stayed in shape during the warmer months. “That’s probably more than what most kids did at the time,” she said with a laugh. The opportunity to play golf for a high school team would never materialize, as it was still illegal at the time for a girl to play on the boys’ team. Gail’s talent and desire to play inspired others to fight for gender equality in high school and collegiate sports, including long time Glens Falls High School coach and athletic director, Bernard
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Gail Purdy Brophy shows off the swing that won her two NYS championships and keeps her on the leaderboard no matter what the tournament.
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“Putt” LaMay, citing her as a specific example while pushing for rules changes. In 1961, Gail won her first New York State championship. She would return to defend her title, but came up short in 1962. Gail would then reclaim her top spot and win the tournament again in 1963. It seemed there was a bright future ahead of her, but as the saying goes, “life gets in the way of living.” “In the fall of 1963 my father became very ill,” recalls Gail. “That’s when I quit college, I quit my sports and I returned home to tend to our family’s liquor store, which is where I’ve been ever since.” Gail became the owner and operator of Purdy’s Discount Wine and Liquor, located at 70 Congress Place in Saratoga Springs. “A few years later, I was married and had two children. They were both elite speed skaters, so I devoted a lot of my time to them. With the kids, my husband, and the store; there just wasn’t any time for golf,” recalls Gail. Over the next 40 years, Gail says she didn’t have much time for the game, playing a round here or there along the way and occasionally hitting the driving range. She adds there was one particular stretch where she didn’t pick up a club for about 15 years. “It was about 2006, after my husband had passed away, the kids were all grown up and my store was doing well, that I decided it was time to start paying attention to Gail again, so I joined Saratoga National.” As could be expected, there have been quite a few significant changes in the golf world since
1963. While the courses themselves are much nicer and maintained better than in the past, Gail doesn’t hesitate for a moment before mentioning how much better the equipment has become. “I remember the driver I used to win the 1963 state tournament had a club face roughly the size of a silver dollar,” recalls Gail. “I used men’s clubs, which were the best you could get at the time. When I came back to golf, my stepson and I went down to the driving range. The grips on my clubs were practically disintegrating. So when I brought them to be re-gripped, the man at the pro shop remarked about how small the sweet spot on the old clubs were. I told him they were the
best you could get at the time! At that point, upgrading to newer equipment became practically psychological.” Just one look inside her golf bag proves she’s not had any trouble embracing better golf technology. Along with a mammoth Callaway Razr driver, she carries two different hybrid clubs and a set of forged iron clubs. If you think a return to golf means Gail’s slowing down, you are in for a surprise. Along with spending time with her four grandchildren, Gail regularly logs 50hour work weeks at her store. If she’s not working, Gail can be found working out at the gym or at Saratoga National, where she estimates she hits about 200 balls a day at the range. She plays the course regularly, both with
friends and by herself. “I don’t get a lot of time to play, so when I come to the course, I like to play nine holes, but hit about three or four drives, then hitting those drives onto the green. By doing that, in a two-hour nine-hole
round, I’ll really play closer to four rounds.” After rolling with the punches back when she first left the game many years ago, Gail PurdyBrophy is once again able to do what she loves.
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Trying to Stay Active? Think Pickleball by Andrew Marshall Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS – Bill Johnson would love to talk to you about pickleball. What is pickleball? To quickly summarize, think “whiffle tennis.” If you ask Bill, an officially designated Ambassador-at-Large for the USA Pickleball Association, he’ll tell you it’s a great way for older adults to stay active, get plenty of exercise and socialize with new and old friends alike. “My job with the USA Pickleball Association is to grow this sport,” said Johnson. “I travel around teaching and promoting, but Saratoga Springs is my home base and where I play. We play outdoors here at East Side Rec, and when the weather turns cold or it rains, we use the Recreation Center facility on Vanderbilt Avenue.” It’s very easy to find Bill and his group of dedicated pickleballers. They play every Tuesday morning from 9-11, on the tennis courts at East Side Park, weather permitting. The
group has grown considerably in the last few years, so much so that the city has even helped accommodate the growing interest in pickleball. “Mayor [Scott] Johnson and the deputy mayor, Shawna Sutton, have both been very gracious to us, they had all these courts painted for us. We had three courts last year, but pickleball has grown so much in this area that we needed six, and they were gracious enough to do that for us too.” Their game is generally played in groups of four, split into two teams. From there, players underhand serve a whiffle ball to the opposite court with special pickleball racquets, which look a bit like over-sized ping pong paddles. The initial serve must be allowed to bounce, as should the return volley. After that, it follows the same basic rules as tennis or badminton. All lines are in play, and points are scored when a volley is deemed out or hits the net. “Four or five years ago, when we started getting this group together, attendance wasn’t great,” said Johnson. “Now we have people playing pickle ball here at East Side Park,
indoors at the recreation center, Gavin Park in Wilton, down in Albany and Schoharie, Valatie, Salem and Glens Falls, among others.” Johnson has been familiar with the game since 1966, when while he was attending a diving school in Key West, Florida, a classmate of his from the state of Washington got him interested in the game. The game, which was invented in Washington only one year earlier, was one way the students passed their free time. You don’t have to take just Johnson’s word for it either, as there were more than a few members of the group ready to sing the game’s praises. “For the majority of anyone over 55, this is a great sport. Even for the younger generations - my grandchild was being taught pickleball in gym class down in Connecticut,” said Lynn Kalish, pickleballer. Kalish adds that it’s nice that the park space can be used during the week when most people are working or in school. Allen Remaley, a retired teacher, weighed in on how pickleball keeps him active.
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Bill Johnson (white cap, center) and some pickleballers at East Side Rec “Pickleball invigorates those people who might not be able to play an active game of either tennis or handball, which I used to play. It increases your longevity in life, in a sense that it gives you something with which you can be active. It is great exercise if you want to play every day, and it’s just a stimulating sport for those of us who are over 50,” said Remaley. If you’re interested in seeing what pickleball is all about, Bill Johnson encourages you to come on down to East Side Park one Tuesday morning and see for yourself. Newcomers, like
Marlowe Davis of Ballston Spa, say they had no trouble finding where to play after learning the game elsewhere. “We learned the game in July down in North Carolina,” said Davis. “When we came back, we looked to see who played around here and we got right back into it. Now we try to play three or four times a week.” For more information about the game of pickleball, visit www.usapa.org, or contact Bill Johnson at elevenzerostart@aol.com.
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A.L.L. Celebrates 20th Anniversary by Chelsea DiSchiano Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS Founded in 1992, the Academy of Lifelong Learning (A.L.L.) has been helping meet the educational and cultural needs of adult students for 20 years, a fact that they will be celebrating all year long. The nonprofit organization, which is sponsored by SUNY Empire State College, offers 20 noncredit, academic study groups to adult learners in two eight-week terms during the fall and spring of each year. Study groups vary in subject, ranging from the fields of literature and writing to computers, religion, science, health, current events and more, depending on the interests of members and availability of leaders. Groups usually consist of 15-30 members maximum to allow utmost participation by adult students, as well as the opportunity to get to know classmates better and form lasting friendships. Study groups are peer-led and are in a participatory learning format, enabling members to discuss and participate in handson activities to encourage their learning. “We also have a leadership and social component, which is almost as important as the academic component,” said Jo-Ellen Unger, executive director of A.L.L. “A lot of older or retired people lose touch with some friends, so it’s great to have that social component in A.L.L.” Terry Harlow, member and leader of the ‘Connect with Tech’ study group, said A.L.L. allowed her to make new friends and connections after moving back to Saratoga Springs three years ago. “One of the best things about returning to the Capital District, where I'm originally from, was discovering A.L.L. Jo-Ellen, Cory, Rita, Larry and other members of A.L.L. were very warm and welcoming to me,” Harlow said. “I've made a lot of new friends and connections by volunteering on a committee and leading the "Wafers in My Backyard" and "Connect with Tech" study groups. As one of their younger members, A. L.L. provides a window into what an active retirement looks like. The positive energy of the group is contagious and a lot of fun.”
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Left: Three A.L.L. members socialize at the Orientation Brunch, which is held before each term to offer the opportunity for members to meet others with similar interests. Right: Park Naturalist Gary Hill leads the popular hiking study group at Moreau Lake State Park, a class that is held each term. This year, A.L.L. has chosen the theme “Nourish Your Body, Nourish Your Mind” and will offer many special events and programs as well as thematic study groups for members. The next event will occur October 5 where they will host a golf outing at the Van Patten Golf Course in Clifton Park at 9 a.m. Participants will play nine holes of golf followed by a banquet lunch at Vista Restaurant. On October 25 from 12:15-1:15 p.m., A.L.L. will host “Partners in Creativity,” a program that will feature three of its members and three students from Empire State College reading their original works. A program called “Local, Natural, Organic: What’s on Your Plate?” will be held November 17 at 2 p.m. “This program will feature local farmers, people that are working to preserve farmland, the manager of the new Healthy Living Market coming to Wilton Mall, and a woman who is involved in the
Saratoga Spring school lunch program,” Unger said. “Our special celebrity guests will be the fabulous Beekman Boys, farmers who are featured on the Cooking Channel.” All events will be free and open to the public. Study groups and celebrations of the organization’s 20th anniversary will continue throughout the year, as will the opportunities for enthusiastic learners to join the enduring educational organization. For more information on the program and how to get involved, visit their website at www.esc.edu/ALL, or to sign up to be added to the A.L.L. mailing list to receive the spring brochure listing study groups and special programs to be offered in spring 2013, call (518) 587-2100, ext. 2415.
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CyberSeniorCenter!
Boomers ‘liking’ Facebook in Droves by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY CYBERSPACE – Greetings, Earthlings. I descend from far beyond three-point range to deliver today’s lesson – which is about unanticipated outcomes and happy by-products thereto – for the generation that is currently in its prime time. As it was in 1839, when Charles Goodyear discovered the process of vulcanizing rubber on his stovetop, allowing boomers to procure points on their licenses in their souped-up roadsters, to the late 20th century, when British scientists working on a drug for hypertension discovered the libido-enhancing possibilities of what was patented as Viagra, giving rise (so to speak) to a generation of hallelujahs as well as the dubious phenomenon of today’s Hugh Hefner, who doubtless enjoys continued performance while perhaps scarcely remembering why it was so important in the first place. The point being, you never can be sure what will pop up. The common ground is that products and services developed with nearly every generation in
mind – save for the oldest generation – are embraced, enhanced and in some cases dominated by folks who aren’t within a mile of the “target market.” Which brings us (“finally!” my editor says) to Facebook. Originally the site was developed as sort of a cyber-yearbook for Harvard college students in 2003. (Little known fact: Mark Zuckerberg originally named it ‘Facemash,’ perhaps as a predictive name that forecasted his IPO performance.) Anyway, less than a decade later, boomers and preboomers make up a robust percentage of the user-pie. You don’t need a bunch of fancy stats to prove it to you. Just look around – you have grandparents staying in touch, liking little Susie’s ballet outfit while simultaneously chastising Susie’s mom for dressing her like a trollop. Tell me that you never see this. Statistics are fantastic. If you want more, I highly suggest either the Wall Street Journal, or, in your case being in Saratoga, the Daily Racing Form. We’re about stories today, actual boomer-people and how they use Facebook (FB) in their daily lives. We sent out a post asking for their stories, and have assembled a ‘fab-five’ of
respondents. So gather ‘round the cyber-water-cooler and check in. Anne Hodge is currently the bar and restaurant manager at the fabulous Inn at Saratoga. She is approaching boomerism, yet we let her in the tent because she’s cool. She has resided in Saratoga Springs for 18 years. Before that: “Having lived all over the country, and not having a hometown where my parents are, I have found people I would never have contact with if not for Facebook. I have reconnected with people who came and went from my life. It has had a profound impact on who I think I am by reminding me of who I have been,” Anne said. Anne is a ‘most days’ user of Facebook, and her mode of usage
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Coach Damian Fantauzzi talking strategy with sidekick Assistant Coach Rich Johns on the sidelines of Saratoga Springs High School in 1978. Ina Gonick today
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Mrs. Gonick's 1955 fifth grade class. She was found on Facebook by student Maureen BurkeChadwick, who is standing, fifth from left.
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Clockwise: Pat Kane with wife Beth, daughters Morgan (now 9) and Kendall (now 11).
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is as follows: “I surfed through groups from towns I lived in to see if I knew anyone who was a member. I found my best friend from fourth through sixth grade, and through her friend list found another one,” she said. “That's what I like about FB. I don't regularly check group info as I access FB mostly on my phone and the options are limited, but it’s nice to know it’s there. A big plus with using my phone is that it doesn't do the timeline.” Damian Fantauzzi is technically post-boomer by a year (born in 1944). He was a beloved art teacher at Saratoga Springs High for 35 years, as well as boy’s basketball coach for 24 of them, and girl’s basketball for 8. If you want to read some good writing, check out his ‘most-weeks’ sports column about 14 pages to the right of this. “My daughter (Caitlin) got me into FB,” Damian says. “She thought it would be a great way to stay in touch with former students and players, and it is. I get to find out about their lives in general, political interests, all kinds of things.” “My usage has been growing; I’d say I’m on FB 1-2 hours a day, 5 days a week.” As far as other social network sites, Damian said, “I’m just getting into Twitter – my daughter works for them, actually. I’m on LinkdIn, also new to it, and keep in touch with students professionally with that site.” But FB is still the primary. “I use an app called ‘game draw’ (a pictionary derivative) with some students, and of course I stay in touch with my former classmates from Mechanicville High School. We just had our 50th reunion last weekend, and I posted pictures on my page, of course,” Damian said. Randi Kish is a working boomer. She moved to Saratoga in 1977 to teach at Saratoga Junior High School and then started her family. Randi is a member of the Saratoga Clay Arts Center, and has her studio on the premises. “I consider myself a daily user – I’m on in the morning, or before sleep – and I get alerts on my iPhone,” Randi said. “I don’t use side apps or games – my life is too busy.” Randi has both a personal page and studio art page (Randimartinkish/ceramics.) “I post every day on my personal page,” she said. “My high school class has a page (Plainview Kennedy ’71 on Long Island) and I stay in touch -
not only with old friends, but people I shared hallways with and sort of knew, but now are good friends in real time.” Randi said. “I also keep in touch with my cousin and his children (who are flung from Maine to Syracuse). It’s great, because I’m not a phone-person.” On the artistic/business side, Randi notes: “Through FB I made a whole network of potters like myself, and other FB friends have shown up at my shows and studio. We’ll meet for lunch, etc., something that would be unlikely if not impossible otherwise.” Patrick Kane is known to most of you for his activities with Saratoga Citizen. But Pat Kane, the private person, has a robust life and family, and social media is part of the routine. A Hadley native, he moved to Saratoga Springs in 1994. If you know Pat, you set the scene and say “OK, go!” and out pop the perfect sound bites and quotes: “Here’s my schedule,” Pat said, “I’m on Facebook from 6:30 a.m. to 7 or so; then I get dressed. I go to LinkdIn, where I have joined a lot of groups, and I spend maybe 45 minutes there. Twitter – maybe. It’s much more inbound than outbound. I’m on FB twice a day, and post (personally) maybe five times a month.” “Here’s two ways that show how I’ve re-established and maintain connections; one business, one personal,” Pat said. “First, I re-established connection with a guy I commuted to work with in Boston; he now lives in Washington DC. Second, my niece (who is from Burnt Hills and lives in NYC) celebrated her birthday today, and sent a “happy b-d 2 me” photo from Shanghai!” Finally, for several reasons, including my strong fiscal desire to stay in the will, we present: Ina Segal-Gonick celebrated her 82nd birthday last Saturday, the 22nd. She is a retired fifth grade teacher (Hawthorne #7, Teaneck, NJ), moved to Clifton Park in 1983, then Saratoga Springs in 1992. She was an active snowbird from 1998-2011 and now lives in Albany. “I went on FB because my children and grandchildren wanted me to. The kids wanted a way to stay in touch when I was down in Florida; but reconnecting with my students was a happy by-product.” Mrs. Gonick said. “Maureen Burke-Chadwick was
the first student to find me, and that led to 5 others. They all came to Florida to see me, and they are all in their 60s. I told them they could come if they called me Ina, not Mrs. Gonick.” “I’ve reconnected with some old friends and relatives from the ‘old neighborhood’ (spanning from the Bronx to Seaford, NY on Long Island),” she said. “I’d like to stay in touch with my Florida friends, but they are too old for a computer. I’m the technical wiz-
ard at the condo!” “Some friends I’ve tried to find, but no luck. I wonder if they are still with us.” “I’m on FB every day, for about 3-4 hours each day. No Twitter, and I have no idea what LinkdIn is. I’m big on the Words with Friends app; right now I’ve got 15 games going with seven people. I do pretty well, except for my number one son, who beats me about 70 percent of the time. It keeps my mind sharp. I’m sorry,
what did you say your name was, young man?” J/K mom – happy birthday one mo’ time! Anyway, as Mr. Durkin says – it is now post time. While you have been reading this, your cyber friends have been patiently waiting to hear how much you enjoyed last night’s leftover moo goo gai pan, and your take on similar important issues of the day. Don’t keep them waiting, and remember to always ‘like’ each other.
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Dealing with Forced Retirement by Daniel Schechtman Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA COUNTY – You’ve put in over 20 years at your job, climbed the ladder after years of painstaking work and been promoted into a position you know well and are comfortable with. All is going well professionally until, suddenly, the unthinkable happens. You’re fired. With today’s volatile economy and high unemployment numbers, this scenario is becoming more and more common, especially as struggling companies look to cut costs by replacing
long-term employees receiving higher compensation with new workers that can be paid less. For some, the experience of losing their job later in life can be a curse – for others, a welcome change. Regardless, forced retirement can shake up a person’s life. “For some who are empty nesters, a forced retirement offers an opportunity to pursue dreams that have been put off. For example, they may have more time to travel, buy a boat or spend more time with family and friends,” said Meghan D. Lemery, a psychotherapist practicing in Glens Falls and Saratoga Springs. “For
others, especially for individuals who derive their identity from their jobs, a forced retirement could lead to a loss of purpose and drive in life.” Of course, how one responds to forced retirement depends greatly on their situation in life physically, mentally and financially. “It can be common for people to succumb to feelings of failure, insomnia, weight loss or gain, depression, lack of motivation, bouts of anger and rage as well as overall feelings of restlessness and insecurity,” said Lemery. “All of these pitfalls can make it very difficult for the person to move forward in life and embrace new opportunities ahead both personally and professionally.” Despite what can often be an unexpected or difficult change, it is important not to become too despondent in this situation. Don’t be afraid to ask for help during this difficult time, whether it be from family, friends, a former colleague or someone you consider a mentor. “Seek out people of wisdom who are generally optimistic,” Lemery recommended. “Surround yourself with healthy, positive people, places and things and stay away from any one of these things that steals your peace and sense of wellbeing. Remember that this is an opportunity to explore something new in life and to begin a new chapter.” Chances are, if you’ve been working in the same position for a number of years, it’s been awhile since you last submitted your resume, looked for open positions and gone through the interview process. Take time to update your resume, keeping it concise and relevant to any new position you’re applying to. The Internet has overwhelmingly become the primary source for finding and applying to new positions (many companies only allow online applications these days), but simple courtesies like a follow-up letter, email or phone call still go a long way toward clinching the deal. Still, your overall attitude will
go a long way when interviewing for that new position. “Your mindset will determine the path to success and opportunity,” said Lemery. “Prepare for the process by making the decision to believe you are a person of worth with unique gifts and talents to offer. Rise to the challenges and change with a spirit of confidence and self-assurance. Practice the interview process with a coach or therapist and prepare yourself mentally to succeed. Any gold medal Olympic athlete will tell you they won the medal long before they competed. Visualize abundant opportunity and success before you walk through the door to interview.” Another question someone looking to reenter the workforce after a forced retirement is this: do you stick with something you know, or look for something new and exciting? “The best way to move forward and explore other career options is to pay attention to your instincts,” advised Lemery. “If a particular job or career path gives you a sense of enthusiasm and excitement, that is your internal GPS nudging you to pursue the
opportunity. If a certain job is practical, but you feel your throat tighten at the thought of that career, pay attention to that negative feeling. Intuition is key to this process. Explore every opportunity available, but pay attention to how you feel when you picture yourself in that new environment.” Forced retirement can be scary for Baby Boomers looking for comfort and peace of mind – but it doesn’t have to be. “Network with as many people as possible and get the word out that you are looking for a new position,” said Lemery. “Join your local Chamber and find as many opportunities as you can to meet with people who can help you along the path.” Meghan D. Lemery is a psychotherapist practicing in Glens Falls and Saratoga Springs, N.Y. To purchase her novel or for more information, visit www.meghanlemery.com or email meghanlemery@yahoo.com.
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BOOMERANG BRIEFS: Clubs and Activities Saratoga Springs Public Library and Classes 49 Henry St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518) 584-7860 Books and Tea Library Book Group Books and Tea is an ongoing reading group that meets at 3:30 p.m. in the Susman Room every third Thursday of the month, from September through June. Multiple copies of the month's selection are kept at the circulation desk four weeks prior to the date of the meeting. Books may also be put on hold and borrowed through Interlibrary loan on our online catalog or at the information desk. On Thursday, October 18, the group will discuss “Just Kids,” a memoir by Patti Smith. On Thursday, November 15, the group will discuss “The Buddha in the Attic,” a novel by Julie Otsuka. Come on down and join us for good conversations around books! Life is Short: Short Story Reading and Discussion Program The group meets the first Friday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in the Susman Room of the library. They read and discuss two stories by two different authors each month and usually alternate between contemporary authors, such as Alice Munro and Jhumpa Lahiri, and classic authors like Edith Wharton and Ernest Hemingway. Comparing and contrasting the stories leads to discussion and discussion increases understanding. The group, which has met over 70 times, is open to the public. Pick up a copy of the story collection at the circulation desk, read and ponder the stories, and attend the meeting to discuss what you have read. Skype for Absolute Beginners Learn to use the free version of Skype, a 2003-founded software program, now a part of Microsoft that is available online. Anyone can use Skype to make voice or video calls using a computer. Discover how people both young and old use this program to keep in touch with family and friends all over the world, and even do job interviews with this type of technology. Plans are for the program to be demonstrated in class. Learn the basics, and learn about the free vs the paid version of the program.
Phone and online registration will be ongoing until classes are full. Call instructor, Kathy Handy, at (518) 584-7860, ext. 257 or register online at www.sspl.org.
Saratoga Staunton Chess Club Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church (5th Avenue and Hennings Road) The club meets Sundays at 6 p.m. For more information contact Alan LeCours at (518) 584-5520 or email him at Alecours1@hotmail.com.
Common Thread Saratoga Knitters’ Groups and Classes 508 Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 518-583-2583 Beginners - Learn to Knit Want to learn how to knit? This class is for you! One-on-one or group instruction is available to help you begin your first project, or just learn the basics. Call ahead to sign up - you can come just once or every week until you get your skills ready to move up to the Advanced Beginner Class. Cost: $15/session Instructor: Beth MacDonald Tuesdays 6-8 p.m., Fridays 10 a.m. - noon. Sundays 4-6 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced Drop-In Class Join intermediate/advanced knitters on the third Wednesday of each month from 4-6 p.m. Open Knitting Please join for Tuesday Tea (Tuesdays 2-4 p.m.) or Knit Night (Thursdays 6-8 p.m.). This is a wonderful social time for you to come meet new friends, connect with fellow crafters, and just have a nice relaxing couple of hours to sit and knit. Don’t forget to check out the “What’s New” basket in the center of the table to see the latest and greatest new products arriving at Common Thread Saratoga.
Adult and Senior Center of Saratoga Springs 5 Williams Street Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518) 584-1621 Ceramics and Clay Building Learn basic hand building tech-
niques with clay. No experience necessary. Classes meet Wednesday noon-2 p.m. or Fridays 10 a.m.-noon. Costs $10/month for one class a week, and $20/month for two classes per week. Fee includes supplies and firing. A ceramics lab is also offered after the Wednesday class from 2-4 p.m. at no charge. Labs are available to anyone taking either class who want to complete work started in class. There is no instruction and no fee for labs. Stained Glass with Gus Poppal Beginning class is offered Tuesday evenings from 6-9 p.m. in the spring and fall. The cost is $20/month with limited supplies available. The intermediate classes are Wednesdays and Thursdays and cost $10/week. Supplies may be purchased through your instructor. Watercolor and Sketch Open session for painters at all levels. It is a drop-in class with no instructor. Anyone can join in! The class is at 9 a.m. on Tuesdays. Gentle Yoga Join in on yoga tailored to seniors! Tuesday and Friday gentle yoga classes resumed on September 11 and 14. The cost is $10 to go once a month and $20 to go twice a month. Aerobics with Valerie Morrow This exercise class will run until December 27 and costs $5/month for one class a week or $10/month for two classes a week. The classes occur on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. Bridge On Mondays there are two levels of play, beginner and intermediate. Beginner level invites members to just drop in. The intermediate level requires members to join with partners so that the teams are full. If you wish to find a partner, please stop by on Mondays or leave your name at the front desk. Tuesdays and Thursdays are just beginner levels of play. No partners are necessary.
Pickleball Courts Saratoga Springs Recreation Center – Mon-Fri from 9-11 a.m. and Sundays 9-11 a.m. The cost is $5 in general and $3 for seniors. Call (518) 587-3550, ext. 2300 for
information. Southern Saratoga YMCA – Play pickleball Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays from noon-2 p.m. or Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. for Y members only. Call (518) 371-2139 for more information. Gavin Park in Wilton - Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 9-11 a.m. $3 per person, per visit. Please enter through the main building entrance and bring cash only. There are three courts available for the games. Call (518) 5849455 for info. Wilton Branch YMCA - Come and try out the game of Pickleball – a combination of tennis, badminton, and racquetball. Free to Saratoga Regional YMCA members. Please call 587-3000, ext. 250 and reserve your spot before noon on the scheduled day of play. There is a minimum of four players, maximum eight. Games are Thursdays from 1-3 p.m. at the Wilton Branch basketball court. Members play free, program members pay $10. Please bring paddles and balls.
Classes Through the Office of Continuing Education The Saratoga Springs Office of Continuing Education offers an incredible class selection for residents of the Saratoga Springs City School District as well as nonresidents with a minimal additional fee. Class offerings range from arts and crafts to health and personal growth. The nighttime scheduling allows even the busiest of people to make time to learn something new or enhance a current hobby! Classes begin the week of September 24 and last seven weeks, usually between 7-9 p.m., depending on the class. The office hours are from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1-3 p.m. For more information email continuing_education@saratogaschools.org or call (518) 5834782.
The Saratoga Contradances – Contra, Traditional Square and Waltz Dances First Baptist Church (45 Washington St.) Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518) 885-4430
Admission is $10 for adults – please wear sneakers or shoes with non-marking heels. No experience or partner necessary. From 8-11 p.m. October 27, November 24, January 26, February 23, March 23, and April 20.
Skidmore College 815 North Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518) 580-5000 Lectures for Mature Learners For over 30 years, this liberal studies lecture series has been offered to mature students, age 55 and older, from the local region. Skidmore College Faculty members will deliver a lively array of presentations on topics and themes that change weekly and cover a variety of disciplines during the seven-week program. Participants have the choice to register for classes one day a week, Tuesday or Thursday. Three lectures will be offered each day, and all classes will be held in Gannett Auditorium in Palamountain Hall. The cost to participants with an annual income of $21,500 or more is $245. Scholarships are available to those with an annual income of less than $21,500. Morning coffee, lunch in the College's Dining Hall, courtesy bus service, and a final reception are also included in the cost of the program. Registrations will be processed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Lectures are Tuesdays and Thursdays from October 2 November 15, 2012.
National Museum of Dance 99 South Broadway Saratoga Springs NY 12866 (518) 587-9499 Swingin’ Sunday Swingin' Sunday, cosponsored with Tango Fusion, is the perfect time for you to learn how to swing dance! Hour-long classes for adults and children will be taught, and general dancing and performances by Tango Fusion Dance Company will follow. The event takes place October 21 from 2-5 p.m. Costs $15 per person, $25 per couple, $30 per family (two adults with kids under 15). Call Sue at (518) 584-2225, x3009 for more information.
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Punjabi Style Karela (Bitter Melon) Curry for her enthusiasm for all things local and for bringing her heritage deliciously to our tables. (To join the Friends of the Saratoga Market, talk to Himanee or another of the Friends during any Market, or to Market Coordinator Suzanne Carreker-Voigt at the shed. The Market’s recipe this week is from the family kitchen of Himanee Gupta-Carlson, a founding member of the Friends of the Saratoga Farmers’ Market. The members support the Market through activities such as the Veggie Valet, which helps customers with their packages at the Saturday Market. We thank Himanee
Bitter melon (also called bitter gourd or bitter squash) is a bumpy gourd-like vegetable, related to the cucumber, and available locally in September and October through the Otrembiak Family Farm stand at the Saratoga Farmers' Market. It is an old fruit which originated in India, spread to China in the 1400s, and is
now popular all over the world. John Otrembiak first encountered bitter melon while in the Peace Corps in Southeast Asia. The Otrembiaks have grown the gourd for about twenty years because as Steve Otrembiak, John’s brother, put it, “It's fun; the plant and the fruit are beautiful and very healthful for you to eat; and it helps fill a small demand for Asian vegetables.” The flesh is crunchy and somewhat watery in texture, similar to cucumber or green bell pepper, but pleasantly bitter. The skin is tender and edible. Known in northern India as karela, it is fried or roasted and said to be good for digestion as well as regulating blood sugars. Its mildly bitter flavor pairs well with eggplant, greens, and several meat dishes. Himanee and her husband have been enjoying it lately with grilled beef short ribs and hamburgers. After Himanee’s parents emigrated from India in 1961, her mother would prepare karela (bitter melon) from time to time. Karela is one of those vegetables Himanee detested as a child but came to love as an adult. She found this karela (bitter melon) recipe a few years ago on the
food blog, vegetarianzest.blogspot.com, which is maintained by an Indian émigré. The dish is “strong and pungent and a little goes a long way” according to Himanee. She appreciates it for its ease of preparation, the use of produce now in season, and of course the taste. “It's a fairly standard north Indian Punjabi preparation,” she commented, “However, I tweaked it a bit to express what was available in my garden rather than the store.”
(about 1 tablespoon chopped * 1 teaspoon finely chopped f resh ginger 1 small tomato, chopped * ½ green chili, chopped * Cumin seeds ½ teaspoon garam masala (This is a oft-used Indian spice mixture is available at local grocery or natural food stores; or you can make a quantity and freeze for later use. See the recipes on allrecipes.com.)
Punjabi Style Karela (Bitter Melon) Curry (For 2-3 people, as a side dish.) Items market * are available now at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market.
1. Heat oil in a skillet or frying pan; add a few cumin seeds and heat until just fragrant. 2. Add bitter melon rounds and fry for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned. Remove bitter melon from oil and place on paper towel to drain. 3. Add additional oil to skillet if necessary, and toss in onion. Fry at medium heat until browned, then add ginger, tomato and chili. 4. Lower heat and cook, stirring often, until the tomato reduces to a pulp. 5. Sprinkle garam masala on top of mixture; add bitter melon rounds, and stir so vegetable mixture coats the bitter melon.
Grinding it out!
taste stand outs. Ground coffee interacts with the air around it and within hours of grinding, it loses a great deal of flavor. The longer the ground coffee is exposed to air, the more aromas will be lost from your brewed cup of coffee or espresso. Only grind what you need now. Don’t grind for the whole week! Once the beans are out of its airtight packaging, keep them in a dry, dark container with a tight-sealing lid. There are three different coffee grinding methods: conical burr grinders, disk burr grinders and blade grinders. Conical burr grinders preserve the most flavors and can grind very fine with the highest consistency. The intricate design of the conical steel burrs allows for a high-gear reduction to slow down the grinding speed below 500 rotations per minute. The slower the speed, the less heat is imparted to the ground coffee thus preserving the maximum amount of flavor. Due to the wide range of grind settings, conical burr grinders are ideal for all types of coffee equipment such as espresso machines, drip coffee makers, percolators, French presses and can even grind extra fine for the preparation of Turkish coffee. Burr grinders rotate at a considerable faster speed of 10,000 to 20,000 rpm and create a bit more warmth in the coffee than conical burr grinders. They are the most economical
John Reardon Compliments to the Chef
Hello, my Foodie Friends! My Mom loved coffee, even when she was grinding her beans to how she liked them. She had a small wooden hand grinder and she would grind them to the correct consistency to suit her taste. You are probably wondering which one of the Reardon clan had the job of grinder when mom thought we were ready. Well, it was the middle child Danny. He got the job because he could fix anything. If the grinder wasn’t working, Mom always called in Dan to fix it. Even though he was a little boy, Dan could figure out what was wrong with anything that had moving parts and then make it work again. There was talk, however, that the reason some things were broken was that Dan took them apart to see how they worked. Mom never knew that though, so Dan was the hero! Why grind beans at home? Grinding fresh whole coffee beans just before brewing will protect the aroma of your coffee and ensures that the rich, full-bodied
Cautions: Some people (especially children) may experience reactions to the seeds of the bitter melon. Remove the seeds and discard. Bitter melon contains the glycoside vicine which can cause favism in sensitive populations. Bitter melon is not advised during pregnancy. 1 bitter melon, sliced into thin rounds * ½ small onion
way of getting a consistent grind in a wide range of applications. Burr grinders are ideal for drip coffee makers, percolators, French press and well suited for most pump espresso machines. However they do not grind as fine as conical burr grinders and are not as quiet. Blade grinders are suitable for drip coffee makers and percolators. They also perform well for grinding spices and herbs. The blade rotates at very high speeds of 20,000 to 30,000 rotations per minute, thus heating up the ground coffee more than burr grinders and also creating a bit of coffee dust. That coffee dust can clog up the fine mesh of the metal baskets used in pump-style espresso machines. The advantage of blade grinders is they are inexpensive and easy to clean, with little maintenance. If you love coffee, then try grinding your own. Make it a family experience because as you know: “Life Happens in the Kitchen” Take care, John and Paula
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Saratoga Central Catholic High School Announces ‘Build on Excellence’ Campaign by Chelsea DiSchiano Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS - Saratoga Central Catholic High School is beginning a capital campaign called “Build on Excellence” in its efforts to raise $200,000 in donations by the end of this year. The money will go toward completing several projects and repairs that they can’t afford with their current budget allocations. The school has several physical projects it is hoping to complete before the end of the school year, such as repairing and replacing sidewalks and windows, repairing roof damage and some concrete foundation areas, adding a new school sign and landscaping, and enhancing the science, theatre and arts programs. “For a number of years, there have been projects that were pushed off so we could keep our tuition affordable for families, but it’s gotten to the point where it’s time that we take care of the building,” said Ed Lenz, co-chair of the campaign. The first project the school wants to complete is the hefty task of adding Wi-Fi to the aged building. “Currently, our next step is to work on technology within the building,” Lenz said. “It was built a long time ago. Getting Wi-Fi accessing in the building has been an extreme challenge, so we are trying to get that set up.” After completing the physical projects, the school is looking to enhance its science programs by adding new equipment, and enhance
SUNY Empire State College Named a ‘Military Friendly School’ for Fourth Consecutive Year
From left to right: Michael Lenz, Stanley Weeks and Edward Lenz the arts and theater programs by adding new supplies. “Some institutions are cutting back these programs due to budget cuts, but we want to enhance them,” Lenz said.
sible, completing them as donations come in. “Even a few dollars here and there will help us with this project,” Lenz said. “As soon as we raise enough money to finish a project, we’re going to do it. We’re not going to wait until all the money is raised—we’re doing them as we get the money in so that the staff and students will be able to see some changes in the school and how the teachers educate their students.” To learn more about the projects or to donate to the “Building on Excellence” Capital Campaign, please visit the school’s new website at www.saratogacatholic.org or contact Michael Lenz, co-committee chair, at mlenzvoice@gmail.com
“Currently, our next step is to work on technology within the building.” All donors will be recognized in accordance with following category titles and dollar classifications: Gifts between $5-499 will be in the Copper category; gifts of $500-$999 will be in the Bronze category; $1,000- $4,999 will be Silver; $5,000- $9,999 will be Gold, and gifts of $10,000 or more will be classified in the Platinum category. Public recognition of these donations and support will be provided on a plaque which will be displayed prominently in the school. Lenz said that the school wants to finish the projects as quickly as pos-
SUNY Empire State College has again been named to the 2013 list of Military Friendly Schools for the fourth consecutive year. Recently, the college won a grant to fund the implementation of “Credit Where Credit is Due: Veteran and Service Member Pathway to the MBA.” and another to help support women veterans. “It is a privilege to support our student veterans and service members during the pursuit of their educational goals,” said Linda Frank, director of the college’s
Office of Veteran and Military Education. “We are pleased that G.I. Jobs is recognizing the role we play as we work with students to address their individual needs throughout their college experience.”
Saratoga Springs Retired Teacher Association to Host Luncheon The Saratoga Springs Retired Teachers Association will meet Monday, October 1 at noon at Longfellows Restaurant, 500 Union Avenue (Route 9P) in Saratoga Springs. Membership is open to retired educators who taught and/or live in Saratoga County. For membership information, call (518) 587-5356.
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Phillips - Reyes Announce One-Year Wedding Anniversary Margaret E. "Maggie" Phillips and Andres J. Reyes of Boston were united in marriage one year ago Sunday, September 4, 2011 in the Church of St. Peter on Broadway, in Saratoga Springs. The nuptial ceremony was officiated by the Very Rev. Dominic S. Ingemie, pastor of the Church of St. Peter and the Rev. Neil J. DravesArpaia. Maid of Honor was Emily Lewis and Best Man was Carlos Reyes, brother of the groom. Bridesmaids included Shannon M. Phillips, Stephanie Stevens Phillips, Olvia LaBoda, Elizabeth Keane, Katie Donahue and Therese LaMarche. Groomsmen and ushers included John P. Phillips, Bret Anderson, Steve Daley, Ben Nardella, Matt O'Grady, Andrew Sullivan and Brandon Wright. A reception was held at Canfield Casino at Congress Park. The bride, daughter of Mark T. and Michele (Del Vecchio) Phillips of Saratoga Springs, is receiving her graduate degree in business from Northeastern University and is Finance Manager at Boston Children's Hospital. The groom, son of Angela and Carlos Reyes, formerly of Lexington, MA, graduated from Suffolk University School of Law in May 2012 and is to begin practicing corporate law in Boston this fall.
It’s A Boy! John and Suzanne Franck of Saratoga Springs are proud to announce the birth of their baby boy, Matthew Joseph Franck. Matthew was born August 26 at 12:58 a.m., weighing in at 6 lbs, 10.3 oz. and was 20 inches long. Matthew will join his big siblings Johnny and McKenzie at home. The proud grandparents are Jean Carpenter of Saratoga Springs, NY and Jack and Flo Carpenter of Gansevoort, NY.
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Saratoga Bridges Becomes Finalist in Competition, Need Your Vote Because of your entries, Saratoga Bridges is now a finalist in the Times Union’s Capital Region Gives Campaign! Now, they need your votes! Please go to the following link and vote for Saratoga Bridges. Tell your family, co-workers, friends and everyone you know to vote for them! If Saratoga Bridges wins, here’s what they get to be a part of: $15,000 in prizes to two local nonprofits: $5,000 in cash plus $5,000 inkind advertising in the Times Union to the first-place winner, and $5,000 in-kind advertising to the second-place finisher. So don’t delay, simply go to: http://blog.timesunion.com/giving/castyour-vote-for-human-services/597/ and click on Saratoga Bridges! Hurry, voting ends at 5 p.m. THIS Friday, September 28!
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Shannon and Eric Sitler Wedding Announcement Eric and Shannon (Oseback) Sitler were married June 8, 2012 in Queensbury, NY. Shannon’s bridesmaids were friends Michaella Bardi, Suzanne Burke, Adria Wilson and Maria Hagarman. The maid of honor was her sister, Kristy Oseback. The best man was Eric’s brother, Justin Sitler. Groomsmen were friends Misha Cetner, Dan Turcich, Alex Moser, and cousin Kerry Sitler. The reception took place at the Hiland Park Country Club in Queensbury, NY in an elegant ballroom filled with candles and crystal centerpieces. The reception was designed by Shannon with the help of her wedding planner Nicole Myers. Photography was provided by Dexter Davis Photography. Shannon, a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, is currently pursuing her Ph.D in chemistry at Cornell University and Eric is an RN at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY.
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Native American Festival continued from Page 1 p.m. both days. The event will take place either rain or shine, with plenty of big tents to keep guests dry in case of showers. Tickets are available at the festival box office and are $12 for adults and $10 for seniors. Children ages 6-12 are just $5 and children under five are admitted free of charge. This year’s festival marks a return to it’s original, annual format. Budget cuts had forced the promotors to hold the festival every other year. According to Jim Bruchac, founder and director of the Ndakinna Education Center, the change is based on the successful turnout they had in 2011. “We usually do the festival every other year, but we switched to an annual festival because the buzz was big enough that even though we hit some bad weather last year, we had great attendance.” Bruchac is quick to point out that the festival has taken specific measures to ensure their guests will be as comfortable as possible in the event of inclement weather. “We’ve prepared for the worst this year and secured several really big tents where all of the vendors will be located. If we run into bad weather again, we’ll also have all the dancing under the big tent. We’re prepared no matter what.” There are dozens of performers and speakers scheduled, with more being added even in the week leading up to the festival. This year’s festival will have a special focus on the Nations of the Northeast. Dancers of all traditions are welcome but the main focus will be on dances and cultures of nations native to this area. “We always have a northeastern theme because the education center has a focus primarily on northeastern native culture, so that is always our emphasis: the Iroquois, Algonquin people among others. That’s our main purpose and our mission inside our nonprofit,” said Bruchac. Tom Porter of the Mohawk Community will deliver the Thanksgiving address on Saturday. Other performers and storytellers include: Peter Ground, Al Cleveland and Darryl Tonemah, who will perform twice on Saturday. “You can expect a good representation of northeastern styles of dance like smoke dancing, which is
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Al Cleveland, owner of Turtle Island Flutes, is a flute maker and performer. a very fast-paced dance that is based on the war dances of the Iroquois. There will be storytelling and dozens and dozens of crafters and vendors selling handmade items representing various northeastern cultures - everything from jewelry to drums to artwork, pottery and weaved baskets.” Brand new to the festival this year will be two traditional Native American stickball games, played in their original, much rougher style. A quick search on the Internet reveals the game is similar to lacrosse, but with much more intensity and contact. Bruchac adds a little historical perspective, remarking that it was much more than just a sport for the native tribes.
“They were pretty hardcore about it. These games were supposed to get people in shape and train for the worst case scenario if these people had to go to war. These games would actually help prepare them for that.” The master of ceremonies for the 2012 Saratoga Native American Festival is Mr. Sundown, a native smoke dancer. Mr. Sundown will be on hand to introduce a new event: a hand drum competition with prizes for first and second place. For more information about the 2012 Saratoga Native American Festival, or to see a complete listing of competitions and categories, visit www.saratoganativeamericanfestival.com
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Ever wanted to know more about Yaddo Gardens? Here’s your chance! SARATOGA SPRINGS - The beautiful Yaddo Gardens in Saratoga draws numerous visitors every summer. Founded in 1991, the Yaddo Garden Association is dedicated to the restoration and preservation of the gardens at Yaddo—as both a rose garden and a rock garden. On October 4 at 10 a.m., the National Museum of Dance will host a presentation about Yaddo Gardens, offering visitors the chance to learn about the history of Yaddo as well as gain “insider information.” A question and answer session will follow the presentation for all those curious to learn more about the beautiful attraction. RSVPs for this event are strongly encouraged, and can be made by calling Sue at (518) 584-2225, ext. 3009. You may also email her at sue@dancemuseum.org. The suggested donation for this presentation is $5. For more information about the museum’s current exhibits and upcoming events, please visit www.dancemuseum.org or call (518) 584-2225. The National Museum of Dance is located at 99 South Broadway in Saratoga Springs and is currently open to the public Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
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Performance at Skidmore?s Zankel Music Cent Benefit Children Affected by HIV/AIDS Drastic Measure has donated to Saratoga Bridges, an agency that serves adults who have developmental disabilities; ASPIRe NY, a group that helps teens and adults affected by autism; and a children’s choir from Kenya. Performing with Drastic Measure will be The Chosen, composed of seven children ranging in age from 7 to 13 years. The AOET-sponsored group is visiting the United States to represent the millions of children in Africa who have been orphaned by the AIDS epidemic. Though their stories and songs are rooted in tragic circumstances, the message they share is one of hope and love. AOET operates in Uganda, Kenya, Zambia, Rwanda, and Botswana with programs that aim to provide children with better health care, increased stability, physical and spiritual development, and general well-being. Tickets for the event are $5 general admission. Donations will also be accepted for the AOET organization on the night of the performance. For
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SARATOGA SPRINGS - The Arthur Zankel Music Center at Skidmore College will present a unique musical collaboration to benefit African children affected by the AIDS epidemic. The event, to take place on Thursday, October 11 at 8 p.m., will feature performances by Drastic Measures, a Skidmore co-ed a cappella group, and The Chosen, a song and dance troupe of children from Uganda. The event is part of the MoHu Arts Festival, a 10-day celebration of the arts held throughout Albany, Schenectady, Rensselaer and Saratoga counties. Each year, Drastic Measures performs a charity concert and donates the proceeds to a specific charity. This year, the group has chosen the organization AOET (AIDS Orphan Education Trust), a grassroots program founded in Uganda to help communities care for children orphaned by the region’s HIV/AIDS crisis. Over the past three years,
The Chosen, an AOET-sponsored group visiting the United States to represent the millions of children in Africa orphaned by the AIDS epidemic, will perform along with Skidmore’s Drastic Measures a cappella group. reservations visit www.skidmore.edu/zankel or call the Zankel box office (518) 5805321 for more information. The
Zankel Music Center is wheelchair accessible and offers listening devices for the hearing impaired.
The MoHu Arts Festival 2012 will take place October 5-14. For more information go to www.mohufest.com.
Holmes and Reynolds Set to Play Saratoga Arts Center SARATOGA SPRINGS – Singer-songwriter Jake Holmes, a member of the Song Writers Hall of Fame returns to the Spa City the evening of October 6 in a concert benefiting the show’s venue, the Saratoga Arts Center. Holmes began his recording career in the 1960s releasing albums on famed record labels such as EMI’s Tower Records, Polydor and Columbia, in addition to a slew of self-released material. His songs have been recorded by
the likes of Frank Sinatra, Nina Simone and Harry Belefonte. Perhaps most notably, the song “Dazed and Confused” from his second album is more commonly recognized in its adaption by Jimmy Page, Robert Plant and the rest of iconic British rockers Led Zeppelin. Holmes’ clever and perceptive songwriting has taken a decidedly more political approach in recent years. His prior appearances at Saratoga Arts Center in 2004 and 2010 were met with packed houses, as he captured the audience with his wit and skillful musicianship. Holmes will be appearing alongside Todd Reynolds, whose album Outerborough was named Amazon.com’s “Best Classical Release” of 2011. Reynolds is an American-born violinist, composer and conductor. He’s perhaps best known for his work with amplified violin and
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accompanying electronic effects. A former student of Jascha Heifets and former principal of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, Reynolds entered into the contemporary music scene in New York as a member of Bang on a Can and Steve Reich and Musicians. He’s also played with Meredith Monk
Todd Reynolds’ playing has received heaps of critical praise, both as a repertoire violinist and for his improvisational skills as well. Admission to the benefit concert is $20. Tickets are still available and can be purchased by visiting www.brownpapertickets.com/event /264478.
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Friday, 9.28:
•Headroom, 9 pm
•New Regime, 9 pm
GREEN, 10:30 pm
@ 9 maple avenue - 587.7759
•Stefania Neonato, 7 pm @ arthur zankel music center - 580.5321
Woodstone, 9 pm @ bailey’s - 583.6060
@ irish times - 583.0003 @ ice house - 745.1180
Kings English, 10:30 pm @ jp bruno’s - 745.1180• Forthlin Road, 7 pm
•GRAVITY, 9 pm
@ the parting glass - 583.1916
•Eric Andersen, 8 pm
@ putnam den - 584.8066
@ bentley’s - 899.4300
@ caffè lena - 583.0022
•The Remainders, 8 pm @ druther’s - 306.5275
Street Corner Holler, 9 pm @ gaffney’s - 587.7359
•Ill Funk Ensemble, 9:30 pm @ ice house - 261.1766
•Vivid (from CT), 10:30 pm @ jp bruno’s - 745.1180• Donna the Buffalo, 9 pm @ putnam den - 584.8066
LUCID, 9 pm A3, 7 pm
@ primelive ultra lounge - 583.4563
On Your Mark, 9 pm @ the mill - 899.5253
Joe Gitto, 9 pm @ wallabee’s - 792.8282
Sunday, 9.30: •Kim Richey, 7 pm @ caffè lena - 583.0022
•TS Ensemble, 9 pm
Thursday, 10.4:
•Searson, 9 pm
•Woodstone, 8 pm
@ the mill - 899.5253
@ the parting glass - 583.1916
•Just Nate, 6:30 pm @ primelive ultra lounge - 583.4563
•The Refrigerators, 8 pm @ vapor - 581.5772
The Tony Jenkins Jazz Trip 8:30 pm @ wallabee’s - 792.8282
Saturday, 9.29: •Michael Benedict Quartet, 9 pm @ 9 maple avenue - 587.7759
•Halfstep, 9 pm @ bailey’s - 583.6060
•Even the Odd, 9 pm @ bentley’s - 899.4300
Doug Irving & Friends, 7 pm @ caffè lena - 583.0022
•John Menagon Trio, 7 pm @ druther’s - 306.5275
New Shoes, 9 pm @ gaffney’s - 587.7359
@ gaffney’s - 587.7359
•Uncommon Time, 8 pm @ arthur zankel music center - 580.5321
•Al Bruno, 8 pm @ seven horse pub - 581.0777
•Just Nate, 9 pm @ primelive ultra lounge - 792.8282
Open Mic Nights: Sun. Open Mic, 7 pm @ bailey’s - 583.6060
•Mon. w/Steve Candlen, 8 pm @ irish times - 583.0003
•Tue. w/Rick Bolton, 8 pm @ gaffney’s - 587.7359
•Wed. Open Mic, 8 pm @ putnam den - 584.8066
•Thur. Open Mic, 7 pm @ caffè lena - 583.0022
Thur. Open Mic, 10 pm @ circus café - 583.1106
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Town of Ballston: Ballston Town Hall 323 Charlton Road 885-8502 www.townofballstonny.org 10/2: Town Board, 7:30 p.m. 10/3: Zoning Board, 7:30 p.m. Village of Ballston Spa: 66 Front Street 885-5711 www.ballstonspany.org Town of Greenfield: 7 Wilton Road 893-7432 www.townofgreenfield.com 10/2: Zoning Board, 7:30 p.m. 10/4: Town Board, 7:30 p.m. Town of Malta: 2540 Route 9 899-2818 www.malta-town.org 10/1: Town Board, 7 p.m. 10/2: Zoning Board, All Day Town of Milton: 503 Geyser Road 885-9220 www.townofmiltonny.org City of Saratoga Springs: 474 Broadway 587-3550 www.saratoga-springs.org 10/1: Zoning Board, 7 p.m. 10/2: City Council, 7 p.m. 10/3: Design Commission, 7 p.m. Town of Saratoga: 12 Spring Street, Schuylerville 695-3644 www.townofsaratoga.com Village of Schuylerville: 35 Spring Street 695-3881 www.villageofschuylerville.org 10/3: Board of Water Management, 7 p.m. Town of Stillwater: 66 East St., Riverside Mechanicville, NY 12118 www.stillwaterny.org 10/1: Planning Board, 7 p.m. 10/4: Town Board, 7 p.m. Town of Wilton: 22 Traver Road 587-1939 www.townofwilton.com 10/1: Park & Rec., 7 p.m. 10/4: Town Board, 7 p.m. Saratoga County Board of Supervisors 40 McMaster St., # 1 Ballston Spa, NY 12020-1985 (518) 885-2240 www.saratogacountyny.gov 10/1: Equalization & Assessment Committee, 3 p.m. 10/1: Veterans, 3:30 p.m. 10/1: Legislative & Research, 4 p.m. 10/2: Buildings & Grounds, 3 p.m. 10/3: Personnel & Insurance, 3 p.m. 10/4: Technology Committee, 4 p.m.
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MINOR Improvements PT 10th Annual Open House Saturday October 6, noon to 5 p.m. All are welcome. Celebrate and enjoy food, fun, games, activities and prizes. A free fun day for kids and families. 270 West Circular St., Saratoga Springs. For more information, call (518) 583-3196.
Craft / Garage Sale Vendors Wanted The Saratoga-Wilton Elks Ladies Auxiliary is looking for market vendors for their indoor market to be held once a month at the Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, off Route 9 Maple Avenue, Saratoga, on Sundays from 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Admission is free and the cost for an eight-foot table space is $15 each paid in advance. Doors will open to set up at 9:30 a.m. The dates are October 28, November 11, and November 25, 2012. For more information, call (518) 289-5470 or (518) 885-6506.
Star Party at the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park The Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park has invited the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers, Inc. to put on a Star Party on Friday, October 5 at 8 p.m. There will be telescopes available for star and planet gazing and participants will also be learning some of the constellations in our night sky. The program will be taking place at the Parade Ground, the large, grassy open field at Camp Saratoga on Scout Road in Gansevoort. The program is for all ages and is free and open to the public, with hot cocoa & other refreshments provided. Parking is available in Parking Lot #1 on Scout Road. Please register for this program by Wednesday, October 3, 2012 to info@wiltonpreserve.org or 518-450-0321.
15th Annual Golf Outing The 15th Annual Saratoga Springs Lions Club Golf Tournament will be held Friday, October 5, 2012 at McGregor Links Country Club in Wilton, NY. The four-person scramble event is open to the public and proceeds benefit the many programs and services provided to the community through the Saratoga Springs Lions Club.
The event costs $115 for a single player or $440 for a foursome with participants able to enjoy 18 holes of golf with cart, lunch, dinner, an awards ceremony and prize giveaways as part of the event. The shotgun start is set for 1 p.m. Advanced registration and sponsorship opportunity information is available online at www.saratogalions.com or by calling (518) 378-8111 or (518) 584-4050.
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What is my purpose in life? Who is Jesus and why did He die? Is the Bible reliable? Why should I pray? Does God heal? Explore these and other thought-provoking questions in an open, casual setting. Join the millions of participants of the Alpha Course who have found these answers and more. Tuesdays 6:30 8 p.m., September 25 - November 20. Free and open to all. Childcare and refreshments provided. Visit http://www.alphausa.org/ for more information.
Theater Discovery Participants will discover different aspects of theater while working on an original production presented to an invited audience during the last class. Students will be introduced to script writing, character ideas, acting techniques, costumes, scenery, lighting and sound effects. Whether it’s acting, directing or behind the scene work, this class has it! Offered at the Malta Community Center at 1 - 2 p.m. on Mondays for ages 6 - 12 from September 17 through October 29. $55.00 Malta residents and $60.00 non-residents. For additional information, contact (518) 899-4411 or theater@malta-town.org.
7th Annual Memorial Walk Angel Names Association (ANA) will hold its 7th Annual Memorial Walk on Sunday, October 7, 2012 at the Saratoga State Spa Park in Saratoga Springs, NY. The walk is being held during October – National Pregnancy and Infant Death Month. Registration begins at noon and the walk will follow at 1:15 p.m. The day includes children's activities, light refreshments and prizes. Everyone is welcome to attend this uplifting, free family event to walk and raise awareness of pregnancy loss and infant death. For more information, visit www.angelnames.org or contact
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Emotional Regulatory Healing Conference- “From Chaos to Calm” Juli Alvarado, MA, LPC, NCC will present a full-day conference on “From Chaos to Calm- Emotional Regulatory Healing Responses to Violence and Trauma” from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Thursday, October 18th, 2012 at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 50 Pine Road in Saratoga Springs.
“The Way We Were” Car Show The 10th annual “The Way We Were” Car Show to be held Sunday, October 7, 2012 from 9 a.m. -4 p.m. on Front Street in Historic Ballston Spa. In the event of bad weather, the rain date for this event is October 14. This is one of the few local judged shows and several trophies will be awarded, including Best of Show, Mayor’s Choice, Best Engine, Best Paint, Best Stock, Oldest Vehicle plus the top five in each of 13 categories. Judging begins at 9:30 a.m. with trophies awarded at 3:30 p.m. The event is free to spectators. Exhibitors can pre-register by October 1 for $10 per car or $15 the day of show. A printable registration form is available on the BSBPA website, www.ballston.org.
Saratoga Battlefield Announces Photo Contest Saratoga National Historical Park's photo contest is held now through October 31, 2012. Next year marks the 75th anniversary of Saratoga National Historical Park (Saratoga Battlefield, located on Route 4 and 32 in Stillwater). Get outside, explore the park, and take lots of photos. The winning photo will be featured on the park's 2013 Annual Pass and the photographer will receive a free 2013 Annual Pass. Entries must be submitted by 4 p.m. October 31, 2012. Limit to one photo per contestant. Photo(s) must be submitted by e-mail to megan_stevens@nps.gov. For more information about this contest or other park events, call Megan Stevens at (518) 670-2982 or visit www.nps.gov/sara/parknews/newsreleases.htm
The Catholic Daughters Of The Americas Meeting The Catholic Daughters Of The Americas, Court McLaughlin #422, will be holding their October meeting Tuesday, October 2, at the
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Knights of Columbus hall, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs, N.Y. The meeting will start promptly at 6:30 p.m. and the focus will be The Catholic Daughters Annual Bring A Friend/Membership Drive. New members are welcome to come learn about the Catholic Daughters and the national and local projects and charities they contribute to, meet fellow members and share in food and refreshments. All are welcome. For any questions or further information, contact Regent - Eileen Tuohy at (518) 584-3472 or Vice Regent - Anne Senecal at (518) 8850663.
Tickets Still Available for Scenic Rail Though tickets for the round-trip from Saratoga Springs to North Creek are sold out for the height of the fall foliage season, October 6, some seats are still available through the Saratoga Springs – Sister City program, which has rented an entire car for a fundraising event. Tickets for a seat on the car for the fundraiser are $40. For further information or reservations, call (518) 584-3626 or (518) 587-1534.
Wild About Blue Event Supports Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park Wild About Blue, a fundraising event for the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park will be taking place Sunday, October 21, 2012 beginning at 5 p.m. at The Wishing Well restaurant with drinks, a light dinner, and a unique silent auction. At this year’s event, the Preserve & Park will be presenting the inaugural Metamorphosis Award. This idea behind the award is to honor individuals who have helped create dramatic changes in their communities, just as the Karner blue butterfly and other species go through remarkable transformations in their life cycles. Tickets for Wild About Blue are available and can be purchased by calling the Preserve & Park office at (518) 450-0321 or via email at info@wiltonpreserve.org.
Animal Communication at Camp Saratoga Can you talk like an animal? Learn about non-verbal communication and how animals “talk” to each other without words. Come ready to use your senses like your favorite animal. Meet by the Visitor Information Cabin at Parking Lot #1 at Camp Saratoga. For more information, call (518) 450-0321 or visit www.wiltonpreserve.org.
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events events Friday, September 28 Ceramics Class Senior Center of Saratoga, 5 Williams Street Learn basic hand building techniques with clay. Earthenware pieces are fired in a kiln and are food safe. No experience necessary. Class begins at 10 a.m. For more information, visit www.saratogaseniorcenter.org.
Library Babies Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs This is an informal playgroup for babies under the age of 24 months with their parent or caregiver. Playgroup begins at 10:30 a.m. on Fridays and 10 a.m. on Saturdays. For more information, visit www.sspl.org.
Family Fall Festival St. Peters School, 64 Hamilton St. Circus Theatriks and Saratoga Children's Theatre are co-sponsoring this event. There will be a haunted house for $10, games for 25 cents, refreshments and more. This festival is for children up to grade 6. For more information, call (518) 580-1782.
Saturday, September 29
The Saratoga Native American Festival Saratoga Performing Arts Center A special focus on Nations of the Northeast. Although native dancers representing other traditions are welcome, the main focus will be on dances representative of regional heritage. For more information, call (518) 583-1440.
Park-Wide Garage Sale 900 Rock City Road, Saratoga Village Mobile Home Park Approximately 20 families or more are participating. Sales begin at 9 a.m. For more information, call (518) 884-8383.
6th Annual Joyce Spratt Memorial Golf Outing 333 Alpine Meadows Rd, Porters Corners, Brookhaven Golf Course 8:30 a.m. registration. 10 a.m. shotgun start. $80 for non-members, $60 for members of Brookhaven Golf Club. Buffet & awards to follow event. For more information, visit www.saratogabridges.org.
Sunday, September 30 The Greno Industries Run for the ROC Saratoga Race Track 5K run and community walk with separate kids' event at the historic Saratoga Flat Track. The first 400 registrants are guaranteed a t-shirt. Music, refreshments and fun for the whole family. For more information, call (518) 583-8779 or email rwheatley@saratogacare.org.
Christie’s Heartoberfest Spa State Park, Columbia Pavilion The seventh annual Christie’s Heartoberfest, held in memory of Christie Tolosky, starts at 1 p.m. The Tolosky family will host the Octoberfest-style event featuring beer, food, auctions and raffles. All proceeds from the public event benefit the SADS foundation (sudden arrhythmic death syndrome). For more information, visit www.christiesheartoberfest.com.
Tang Museum Family Saturdays
20th Annual Taste of the North Country
Tang Museum, Skidmore College Programs include a brief tour of a current Tang exhibition followed by a hands-on art activity. Reservations are strongly suggested. 2 - 3:30 p.m. For more information, call (518) 580-8080.
Glens Falls City Park, Glens Falls In addition to trying the delectable food of the north, there will also be live music, kids games and entertainment, culinary demonstrations, and more enjoyment for the whole family. This is a rain or
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Monday, October 1 Summer Reading Author, Katherine Boo Arthur Zankel Music Center, Skidmore College At 8 p.m. Katherine Boo will discuss her book "Behind the Beautiful Forevers: Life, Death, and Hope in a Mumbai Undercity." For more information, visit www.skidmore.edu
Be Red Cross Ready Crawshaw Story Room, Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. An American Red Cross representative will conduct a non-certificate program teaching handsonly-CPR (not mouth-to-mouth) suitable for victims ages 8 and up. Register in the Children's Room or by phoning (518) 584-7860, opt. 3.
Tuesday, October 2 Introduction to Digital Photography Computer Lab, Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. Bring your digital camera to this two-session course and learn more about your camera's settings. Share ideas on how to use your photos in different, creative ways including gift ideas or for personal use. Class begins at 4:15 p.m. and is for children ages 13 - 16. For more information or to register, call (518) 584-7860.
2nd Annual Saratoga County EOC Golf Tournament 359 Northern Pines Road, McGregor Links Country Club The event will include a continental breakfast, 18 holes of golf with a cart, various contests including a "hole in one". After the event, there will be a BBQ luncheon with awards. This event will benefit the Saratoga County EOC's many programs. For more information, call (518) 587-3158, ext. 111
Wednesday, October 3 Lego Club H. Dutcher Community Room,
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Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. From 6:30 p.m. children in grades K-5 are welcome to participate. Parents and caregivers are also welcome to attend. This is a drop in program and there is no registration necessary. For more information, visit www.sspl.org.
Friday, October 5 Haunted History Ghostwalks Starbucks, 351 Broadway 90 minute walking tour of downtown Saratoga Springs that touches on its history, mystery, architecture, and parapsychology. Tours begin at 7 p.m. For more information, call (518) 584-4132
Saratoga's Job Fair
Saturday, October 6 Zombie Run 5K Six Flags Great Escape There is just one goal in this zombie infested 5K race benefiting the American Red Cross Adirondack Saratoga Chapter; don't die.
522 Broadway, Saratoga City Center Positions will be available in insurance, National Guard, media, hospital services and health and beauty, among many others. The expo will be held from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.saratogajobfair.org
Upstate Model Railroaders Open House 190 Glen St., Glens Falls Learn about the building and operation of a model railroads at the Upstate Model Railroaders Open House. Be sure to check out the train memorabilia also.
Thursday, October 4 Kung-Fu Sci-Fi Movie Smackdown Teen Room, Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. Some films may just be so awful, they're amazing. Film suggestions always welcome. Open to ages 13 grade 12. Popcorn will be served. Start time is 7 p.m. For more information, call (518) 584-7860, ext. 239.
Voter Registration Tang Museum at Skidmore College Voter Registration in the "We the People" exhibition. Co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Saratoga County. Register between 2 - 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.skidmore.edu
Celebrate! The Spirit of Life Canfield Casino, Congress Park A unique event that showcases several area cancer organizations that help heal all year long. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres from some of the area's finest restaurants. Reception begins at 5 p.m. For more information, call (518) 584-3935.
Upcoming Events
Farmers’ Markets Saratoga Springs High Rock Park Wednesdays 3 - 6 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. www.saratogafarmersmarket.org
Greenfield Center Middle Grove Park on Middle Grove Rd. Fridays 4 - 7 p.m. www.greenfieldhistoricalsociety.com
Ballston Spa Wiswall Park on Front St. Thursdays 3 - 6 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. noon www.ballston.org
Burnt Hills / Ballston Lake Corner of Lake Hill Rd. and Route 50 Saturdays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Malta Community Center Tuesdays 3 - 6 p.m. www.saratogafarmersmarket.org
Prestwick Chase 100 Saratoga Blvd Mondays 3 - 6 p.m. www.prestwickchasefarmersmarket.com
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OBITUARIES Constance "Connie" Sheridan
ALBANY Constance "Connie" Sheridan, 94, passed away on September 13. She was the widow of Joseph Sheridan, who predeceased her in 1999. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Severio Genovese. Survivors include her daughters,
Susan Sheridan (John Romaniuk) of Loudonville, and Bobbi Planck (Ken) of Las Vegas; three grandchildren; Jason Fazzinga, Tim Murphy, and Lora Sanders, and six greatgrandchildren. As per Connie's request there will be no public services.
Edna M. Smith Barss Edna M. Smith Barss passed away September 22. She was 90. She was predeceased by infant brother Harold Smith; parents, Edward Smith and Florence Fontaine Smith; husband Frederick; son Gary Barss; sister, Shirley Smith; foster son Alva Chapman; foster daughter Patricia Chapman; brothers Earl Smith and Charles Smith; and a great-granddaughter, Jacqueline Zapolski. She is survived by son Frederick C. (Deborah) Barss, Sr. of Greenfield Center; daughters Sandra Barss
(Michael) Zapolski of Bridgton, NJ and Ethel "Ebie" Barss Brown of Ballston Spa; son Patrick Barss of Ballston Spa; daughter-in-law Beth Claydon Barss of Saratoga Springs; nephews Edson Barss of Greenfield Center and Thomas Barss of Middle Grove; foster daughters Virginia Cornell of Rome and Charlotte Gardner of Albany; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and many friends and extended-family members. Services were held, Wednesday, September 26.
Health and Support Groups Pain Management Support Group Wilton Medical Arts Conference Room 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month, from 3 - 4:30 p.m. This support group is for people with chronic pain such as low back or neck pain, other spine pain, fibromyalgia, arthritis pain, chronic migraines, cancer pain, or chronic pain from other causes. Registration is required. Call Judy or Nichole at (518) 886-5100
Caregiver support group Evergreen Adult Day Services, 357 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa Trudi Cholewinski, (518) 691-1516 Last Tuesday of each month, 3-4 p.m. This group is designed for caregivers, families and friends of people with dementia.
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Frederick W. Lowery, Sr. Greenfield Center, NY – Frederick W. Lowery, Sr. of Bockes Rd. passed away Sunday, September 16. Born on July 20, 1935 in Ballston Spa he was the son of the late Francis Everett Lawrey and Dorothy Fern Tallman. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War earning the Korean and United Nations Service medals before being discharged in 1956. Frederick was a lifetime member of Gurtlers Bros. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post
420 and Post Commander in 1976. In addition to his parents, Frederick was predeceased by a brother, Edward Richard of Chatham and a sister, Dorothy Jeanne Dixon of St. Petersburg, FL. Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Winifred (Woodcock) Lowery; three sons, Frederick, Jr. of Glens Falls, Edward Alan of Louisiana, David Wayne of Porter Corners; one daughter, Cynthia Susan Ovland of Gansevoort and one granddaughter, Sarah Lyn. Graveside services at Maplewood Cemetery will be held at the convenience of the family.
Marjorie Ann Smith Saratoga Springs, NY Marjorie Ann Smith, the wife of 55 years and best friend of Ronald D. Smith, passed away September 16. Marjorie was born in South Londonderry, Vermont, on March 11, 1936, the daughter of the late Nelson and Gertrude Smith. She is survived by her brother Nelson
Warren “Dick” Smith (Shirley), Sister Joan Savina (Robert), and brother-in-law Bruce Wilcox. She is predeceased by her sister Carolyn Wilcox and brother Francis Smith. Services were held, Friday, September 21.
To view the full-text version of the obituaries printed on this page, visit the archive section of SaratogaTodayNewspaper.com. It is the policy of Saratoga TODAY to publish obituaries as a service to our readers. Please send your obituaries to Eric Havens at ehavens@saratogapublishing.com.
Parents Without Partners Shenedehowa Adult Community Center, at Clifton Commons (518) 348-2062 www.meetup.com/PWP796. Single parents are invited to meet other single parents in a fun, supportive, social environment.
Glens Falls Area Celiac-Sprue Support Group Glens Falls Hospital Auditorium A Jean McLellan, (518) 584-6702 jeanmclellan@gmail.com or 584-6702.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Annual membership is $26 with monthly dues of $5. For those looking for support in losing weight in a sensible manner. Adamsville Baptist Church, Corner of Routes 196 and 43, Hudson Falls Every Tuesday at 4:30 p.m.
Parkinson's Support Group Woodlawn Commons, Saratoga Springs Third Monday, at 2 p.m. Joyce Garlock, (518) 885-6427 This meeting is open to anyone with Parkinson's disease, family members and friends.
Breast Cancer Support Group 110 Spring Street Saratoga Springs Every other Wednesday at 10 a.m. Ann Krischer, (518) 439-5975 A group offering support to individuals and those affected by breast cancer.
Helping Grieve Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs 2nd Wednesday, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Brenda Devaney - (518) 581-0800
Saratoga Springs Debtors Anonymous United Methodist Church Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m. saratogadebtbusters123@gmail.com. There are no dues or fees; the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop incurring unsecured debt.
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Headline Community Sports Bulletin Run for the ROC to Benefit Oncology Center at Saratoga Hospital SARATOGA SPRINGS – The Saratoga Hospital Foundation presents The Greno Industries Run For the ROC 5K run and community walk being held at the Saratoga Race Track Sunday, September 30 beginning at 11 a.m. Registration for the race will open the same morning at 9 a.m. Registration is $25 dollars the day of the race. All proceeds from the event will benefit the patient programs and services of the Mollie Wilmot Radiation Oncology Center at Saratoga Hospital. You can register directly online ahead of time at www.saratogacarefoundation.org, and click on the “Special Events” link to find the race. The first 500 registrants get a free Run For the ROC T-shirt. Prizes and awards will be given to the top three runners in both the men’s and women’s division. Special “ROC” awards will be given to the top three runners in each age division. If you’re not much of a runner or you’d like to support someone who is running, there will be lots of ways for the whole family to enjoy a nice autumn morning at the Saratoga Race Course. In addition to the 5K race, there will be a separate Lil Derby Dash race event just for kids getting underway at 10:15 a.m. All children participating will win medals and goodie bags for participating. There will be live music all morning and refreshments to refuel after the run. Come on down to the race course for a fun-filled fall morning, all in the name of a great cause. - Andrew Marshall
Send your sports stories or briefs to Andrew Marshall, Sports Editor at amarshall@saratoga publishing.com
Both Adirondack Hawks 14U Baseball Teams To Hold Tryouts The Adirondack Hawks 14U (Blue) baseball team will be holding spring tryouts on Saturday, October 6 at 11 a.m. at Gavin Park. The Adirondack Hawks 14U (Gold) baseball team will also be holding spring tryouts on Saturday, October 6 at 3 p.m. at Gavin Park. For additional information please contact either coach Andy O’Reilly or coach Keith Reed. Coach O’Reilly can be contacted by phone (518) 376-6604 or email boreilly@nycap.rr.com. Coach Reed can be contacted by phone at (518) 376-5790 or email Reed2112@nycap.rr.com.
Northern Titans 16U Team Take Care of Business Against Electric City Charge BALLSTON SPA – The afternoon of September 23 saw the 16U Northern Titans sweep a doubleheader from the 17U Electric City Charge. During game one, the Titans scored in the bottom of the seventh on a leadoff single from Joe Canty to win the game 1-0. Canty, after reaching third on two consecutive wild pitches, scored on yet another wild pitch for the go-ahead run. Joe Canty pitched six scoreless innings for the Titans, allowing three hits and striking out eight. Jordan Bernacet pitched the seventh to record the win. In game two, after falling behind 3-0, Logan Aikens smacked a grand slam home run as the Titans fueling a Titans win by a score of 6-4. The Titans scored a run in the fifth inning on a sacrifice fly RBI from Brady Fallon. Jimmy Bennett, with his third single of the game, drove in the final run in the seventh. Timmy Fitzgerald pitched four innings allowing only two hits and striking out six. Jordan Bernacet earned his second win of the day by pitching three scoreless innings for the Titans. The 16U Northern Titans will hold an open tryout for the 2013 summer baseball season. The Titans play in the highly competitive Eastern New York Travel Baseball League and will compete with teams from the Empire State 16U Mickey Mantle League. The team will also play in local and regional tournaments. The Northern Titans are a highly successful team winning both the 2012 15U AABC Super Regional Tournament, and are the reigning 2012 15U AABC NYS champions. If you are interested in joining the team, the tryout will be held Sunday, October 7th at Round Lake field from 10 a.m.-noon. For additional information please contact Bill Canty at (518) 495-9028. All replies are held in confidence.
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News and Notes: Field hockey moves up to fifth in National Rankings SARATOGA SPRINGS - The Skidmore College field hockey team moved up one spot to fifth in the most recent Penn Monto/NFHCA Division III National Coaches’ Poll. The Thoroughbreds are currently 8-0 overall and 3-0 in Liberty League play after a pair of home victories over Vassar and Union. Skidmore is led offensively by junior Kelly Blackhurst, who has posted 14 goals and nine assists for 37 points so far this season. She has also scored five of the Thoroughbreds’ eight game-winning goals. Senior Ceilidh MacNeill had six goals and five assists for 17 points to go along with a pair of game-winners. Sophomore goalie Haley McDougall has started every game in goal, posting a 1.50 GAA and .786 save percentage. Salisbury tops the polls, followed closely by Middlebury at number two, The College of New Jersey comes in at number three and Messiah ranked fourth to round out the teams still standing between the Thoroughbreds and the top spot in the country. The Liberty League features two other teams in the poll as William Smith comes in at 15th and Rochester was ranked 18th overall.
Statistically Speaking, Skidmore Fall Sports Rank Among the Nation’s Best SARATOGA SPRINGS – The Thoroughbreds men's soccer currently ranks first nationally in shutout percentage (0.88), second in save percentage (.950) and fourth in goals against average (0.24). Individually, freshman Eli Kisselbach is fourth in Division III in save percentage (.949) and seventh in goals against average (.252). Field hockey, as a team, is tied for the best winning percentage, is ranked third with 3.13 assists per game, fourth with 15.5 penalty corners per game, sixth with 11.88 points per game and ninth with 4.38 goals per game. Kelly Blackhurst ranks third with 4.63 points per game, fifth with 1.75 goals per game and sixth with 1.13 assists per game.
Sophomore goalie Haley McDougall is 39th with 1.5 goals against average and 48th with a .786 save percentage. Volleyball ranks 28th overall in assists per game (11.79), 40th in hitting percentage (.229) and 44th in kills per set (12.57). As individuals, senior Sam Friedman is 19th in digs per set (5.95), senior Mallory Mendelsohn is 27th in assists per set (10.07) and junior Corinne Palmer is 43rd in kills per set (3.74).
Skidmore comes from behind to win Liberty Golf Qualifier HUDSON FALLS -The Skidmore College golf team beat Rensselaer in a playoff to win the Liberty League Qualifier at the Kingswood Country Club. The Thoroughbreds will host RPI, Rochester, and St. Lawrence in a match-play event in April to decide the league’s NCAA qualifier. The Thoroughbreds came from five strokes down to tie the Engineers and then had a six stroke win in the playoff to secure the win.
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The Skidmore field hockey team has won four consecutive Liberty League championships and have made 11 appearances in the Division III NCAA tournament in the team’s history.
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