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At 92, James Smith Has Seen It All

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY MIDDLE GROVE— We went to visit him on Veterans Day. “Sure come on up. I’m surprised you’re working on a Holiday,” he remarked.

But the truth is, to get a chance to reminisce and share his experiences, this was the perfect day.

Later, when it became appropriate to thank him for his service, he said of course “you are welcome.” Followed closely by, “it was not my pleasure.”

Meet Marine Corporal James “Jim” Smith, Jr., retired, of Middle Grove. Patriotic?

Absolutely. But blind patriotism? Not on your life. He’s seen and experienced too much for that to happen.

Getting your backpack shredded by shrapnel on Guam can add to one’s perspective.

And battlefield experience can make a young marine grow wise beyond his years in a hurry.

“We were in Guam,” Smith said. “I was with a new man, Frank Mele. By that time I had been around a bit and knew a See James Smith pg. 14

Saratoga Guitar Back on Broadway (Pg 8) and welcomes The Gibson Brothers (Pg 23)

BH-BL Girls Soccer Off to State Semis

Chips Ahoy GlobalFoundries Hosts Open House

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY MALTA — The cars were backed up like rush hour on a NYC expressway (except for

the roundabouts) as the public filled the parking lot of GlobalFoundries’ Fab 8 microchip plant at Luther Forest Technology Park on the evening See Fab 8 pg. 11

150th Racing Season Breaks Records

James Smith Jr., on enlistment day (inset) and today. Photo by MarkBolles.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The City of Saratoga Springs and the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors this week announced record-breaking revenues from hotel room reservations during the 150th anniversary season at Saratoga Race Course.

Officials from the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors and the City of Saratoga Springs joined representatives from the Saratoga

County Chamber of Commerce, the Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau and the Saratoga 150 Committee to formally release the numbers during a news conference at the Saratoga Springs City Center.

Saratoga County netted $327,034 for its general fund from occupancy taxes levied on room reservations during the period See 150th pg. 5

Coach Brian Bold and the Spartans are in the Final Four for the seventh time in the last nine years.

See Soccer pg. 29

Inside TODAY Blotter 3 Obituaries 5,6 Business

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Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

ALL ABOARD! Photos by MarkBolles.com

Madelyn Murray has mail for Santa.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The first batch of letters to Santa are on its way to the North Pole as the Saratoga and North Creek Railway’s Polar Express train departed on schedule on Monday, November 11 at 1 p.m.

On hand to greet the wellwishers were Polar Express costumed characters that helped hoist the special mailbags with wish lists from the entire capital region.

If you missed this train, no worries. The Polar Express will be running through December 29. For exact schedules and ticket information visit SaratogaPolarExpressRide.com.

Junior Polar Express Conductors Kevin Hilt, Kai Fronk and Jasmine Fitzgerald are flanked by honorary conductor State Senator Kathy Marchione and Head Conductor Ed Sakos.

Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013 Matthew R. Furman, 42, of Saratoga Springs was arrested at 2:34 a.m. on November 11 and charged with DWI and driving the wrong way down a one way street.

John P. O’Brion, 58, of Hearn Road in Saco, Maine was arrested on November 11 and charged with DWI, BAC more than .08 percent and unlawful use of a mobile phone in a motor vehicle, following a traffic stop.

Brandy E. Kotary, 22, of Lorena Road, Rome was arrested and charged with DWI, BAC more than .08 percent, aggravated DWI and passing through a red light on November 10, following a traffic stop.

Michael Chumble, 51, of Lishakill Road in Schenectady was arrested on November 10 and charged with first degree identity theft, unlawful possession of person identification information and theft of services/refusal to pay for service. Humble was arrested on a warrant at 3:12 a.m. on charges stemming from possessing and using the credit card number of another person without permission. He allegedly used the card number at three different hotels in the city this past October. The total monetary loss was over $2,800. Humble was arraigned and committed to Saratoga County jail.

Lauren McLean, 22, of Mechanicville was arrested and charged with unlawful use

of a mobile phone in a motor vehicle, DWI, BAC more than .08 percent, consumption of alcoholic beverages, improper vehicle equipment and failing to abide by ignition interlock device prohibitions. The DWI charge was her second offense.

Kelley M. Wilson, 25, of Needle Park in Queensbury was arrested November 10 and charged with second degree obstructing governmental administration. The arrest was in relation to McClean being charged with DWI. Norman G Lamphear, 31, of Gloversville was arrested and charged with three counts of criminal contempt on November 9. He was arrested at 4:56 p.m., following the investigation into a domestic complaint.

Matthew T. Bemis, 36, of Grove Street in Ballston Spa was arrested and charged with DWI, failure to keep right, failure to signal a turn and BAC more than .08 percent.

James W. Mulcahy, 52, of South Broadway in Saratoga Springs was arrested on November 11 and charged with DWI, BAC more than .08 percent, aggravated DWI, consumption of alcoholic beverages and improper lane use. He was arrested after being involved in a property damage accident.

Mark A. Calhoun, 30, of Saratoga Springs, was charged at 4:51 a.m. on Nov. 7 with driving while intoxicated and

BLOTTER operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of more than .08 percent, both misdemeanors. He was also charged with three traffic violations.

Katrina J. Monks, 42, of Broadalbin was charged on November 7 with driving while intoxicated and operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08 percent or more, both misdemeanors.

She also was received a citation for speeding.

Michael S. Mullany, 47, of Saratoga Springs was charged on November 7 with driving while intoxicated and operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08 percent or more, both misdemeanors. He also received a citation for speeding.

Patrick R. Viele, 44, of 47 Saratoga Ave., Apt. 2, South Glens Falls, plead guilty to fifth-degree attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance on November 8, a felony, for an incident that occurred on March 4 in Moreau. Sentencing is scheduled for January 10, 2014.

Dennis J. Grimes, 33, of 221 Old Cambridge Road, Greenwich, pleaded guilty on November 8 to first-degree criminal contempt, a felony.

Sentencing is scheduled for November 15.

Royal D. Hamilton, 32, of Saratoga Springs was sentenced to five years in state prison and five years post

Man Arrested After Threatening Police With Cleaver SARATOGA SPRINGS — City police recently responded to a call over an alleged violent incident only to be met by a man wielding a meat cleaver at them.

Officers said they responded to a call from Saratoga Casino and Raceway at around 11 p.m. on Saturday, November 9, in response to an altercation involving Alex Mintzer, who had left the area before police had arrived on the scene. Mintzer is accused of slamming a woman into a wall at the Racino and threatening to “smash her face in” the next time he saw her.

A preliminary investigation at the scene helped officers identify Mintzer and pursue him

based on pending charges officers obtained from the investigation. Since officers were familiar with him from previous contacts they were able to respond to his residence. Upon entering the house, police said he quickly reappeared brandishing a large cleaver above his head and screamed at officers to leave the house.

After responding with verbal commands, Mintzer tossed the cleaver aside and was arrested following a brief struggle that involved the deployment of a taser.

Mintzer was arraigned the next morning and remanded to county jail.

release supervision on November 8 for second degree assault, a felony.

John M. Napolitano, 54, of Birch Glen Drive, Waterford, was arrested at 1:40 a.m.

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on November 9 for driving while intoxicated and operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of more than .08 percent, both misdemeanors. He was also charged with two traffic violations.

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week in Review

Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

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Crystal Swinton, Shelters of Saratoga’s youth outreach coordinator, is joined by a group of well-wishers and volunteers at SOS’s ribbon cutting for its Youth Drop-in Center.

The Center provides young people ages 16-21 with a safe, comfortable and friendly environment where they can take a shower, do laundry, receive employment or education assistance, and access other resources. It will be open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. The green bandana tied to the porch indicates that the drop-in center is open.

Wilton Wildlife Named 50 States for Good Winner WILTON — The Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park was one of 15 charities in the nation this week to be named a winner of the fifth annual Tom’s of Maine 50 States for Good program. The organization will receive $10,000, which it will use to fund the start of its accessible trail project.

During the public vote, volunteer and nonprofit nominators were showcased as part of an interactive voting hub that highlighted inspiring stories across the country. From a pool of more than 1,000 nominations, 51 finalists were chosen by a judging panel of leaders in the nonprofit community. With over 58,000 votes cast online, Wilton Wildlife was chosen as one of only 15 charities to receive a share of $150,000 in funding from the program.

“The ingenuity of this year’s winners to help their neighbors and the environment is incredibly inspiring,” said Susan Dewhirst, goodness programs manager at Tom’s of Maine.

“These community projects are an important reminder that we can accomplish so much more when we work together.

Community support, passionate volunteers and creative thinking can bring lasting goodness to our communities in a way that matters every day.”

To date, the 50 States for Good community giving program has benefited 5.5 million people and dozens of communities. To learn more about this year’s winners, visit www.50StatesforGood.com.

Every Vote Counts

BALLSTON SPA — On Wednesday, November 13 the Saratoga County Board of Elections began the laborious process of opening, validating and counting every absentee ballot for each office that voters went to the polls for on November 5.

Due to interest and because it could actually effect the outcome, closely contested races were counted first. Chief among these was the Town of Malta’s supervisor race, where incumbent Paul J. Sausville trailed Cynthia C. Young by 12 votes.

There were a total of 83 absentee ballots that could impact this race.

At the end of the absentee ballot counting, Sausville still trailed, but Young’s lead had been cut to four votes. There are still 13 military ballots to be counted, but this will not happen until Monday, November 18.

Also, 23 absentee ballots were disputed by a candidate’s representative. These will be held for three days while the election commissioners rule on a given ballot’s status. If the commissioners all agree that a ballot is valid, it will be opened. If they are split, a judge will rule on a ballot’s legitimacy. The candidates have the right to dispute any ballot in court as well.

Public Safety Holds Noise Ordinance Forum SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Thursday, November 7 the Saratoga Springs Public Safety Department held its quarterly public forum in the city council room.

While any topic related to public safety was open for discussion, the designated feature topic was the issue of controlling noise generated by live music at the city’s clubs, taverns and bars. The central question debated was whether a citywide uniform decibel standard versus individual standards for each club based on its location and other factors would be better to have.

City Attorney Anthony Izzo noted that a uniform standard would be easier to enforce, though he noted that these cases are difficult to win under any circumstances. Police Chief Greg Veitch also advocated a uniform standard.

What was not resolved was how any standard could be effectuated from an audio engineering standpoint.

The forum was chaired by Public Safety Commissioner Chris Mathiesen. Also on the panel were Eileen Finneran, deputy commissioner, and Kevin Veitch, code enforcement officer.

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Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

150th Racing Season Draws Surge of Tourism from June 1 to August 31, 2013, an all-time record, and a 3.5 percent increase over the corresponding quarter from the previous year.

Saratoga County receives one percent of revenue from all taxable room reservations which reached a record-high of $32,703,401 during the summer of the 150th anniversary celebration at Saratoga Race Course.

The city of Saratoga Springs reported even higher gains with a net record windfall of $1,152,500 from room reservations within its boundaries, a 4.1 percent increase over last summer. Overall net revenue from room reservations within the city reached a record high of $23,049,996 between June 1 and August 31.

“Saratoga Springs has a rich heritage as a tourist destination and resort town, especially in the summer months. The numbers announced today highlight the region’s stature as one of New York’s premiere travel locations,” City of Saratoga Springs Mayor Scott

Johnson said. “The record-breaking revenues gained from the strong summer tourism season will only further elevate the city’s standing as we continue to draw visitors from across the nation to experience the Spa.” “These numbers unequivocally demonstrate that the lure of Saratoga Springs is stronger than ever, with record-breaking figures across the board in conjunction with a milestone anniversary season at Saratoga Race Course,” said Saratoga Springs Supervisor Matthew Veitch. “Our success is a reflection of the many signature attractions that bring tourists to our region: the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Saratoga Spa State Park, Saratoga Casino and Raceway, the many fine museums and cultural attractions, and our vibrant downtown with its shops and restaurants. Primarily, however, today’s announcement validates the demand for thoroughbred racing in Saratoga Springs and is a

testament to the strength and vitality of Saratoga Race Course and its current 40-day meet.”

The city’s portion from occupancy taxes is divided among three entities: the Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau nets $461,000; the Saratoga Springs City Center receives $461,000; and the city’s general fund garners $230,500.

This year’s numbers have also nearly doubled from the start of the millennium. In 2001, Saratoga County netted $166,815 from hotel room reservations during the summer months or just a little more than half of the current revenue total of $327,034.

Dating back to 2009, the last year when Saratoga ran a 36-day meet before increasing its length to 40 days, county revenue has increased by 32 percent while the city of Saratoga Springs has benefitted from a 27 percent increase.

The record intake for the county and city stemmed from solid increases in both occupancy

Helen M. ‘Lee’ Nertney

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Helen M. “Lee” Nertney, passed away Thursday, November 7 at Saratoga Hospital. She was 88.

Born on September 1, 1925 in Saratoga Springs,

she was a daughter of the late Henry J. and Agnes (Maloney) McGourty and a 1943 graduate of Saratoga Springs High School. She attended Plattsburgh State Teachers College and the Loretta Business School. A long time employee for the City of Saratoga Springs, she retired in 1985 from the office of the Commissioner of Finance.

In addition to her parents and step-mother, Louise Farrell McGourty, she was predeceased by two brothers, Henry J. (Hank) McGourty, Jr., and Emmett L. McGourty, and her aunt and uncle, Sylvester and Marguerite (McGourty) Wetherhold.

Survivors include her daughter, Shauna Nertney of Porter Corners, several nieces, nephews including Richard McGourty and his wife Susan along with their children Kristen and Robbie McGourty.

Angela Fina

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Angela Fina, 76, died November 10 at her home in Amherst, Massachusetts. The cause of death was Ovarian Cancer for which she had been treated for 10 years.

Angela was born and raised in Saratoga Springs.

She was the daughter of Marion (Powers) Fina and Fil L. Fina, Sr. She graduated from Saratoga High

School and earned a B.S. in Art Education from Nazareth College of Rochester. After graduation she entered the community of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Rochester and in the nine years as a nun she earned an M.F.A. in Ceramics at the School for American Craftsmen at Rochester Institute of Technology.

In 1977, she chose to leave her college teaching to become a full-time, self-supporting artist potter. She set up a studio in Amherst and for 34 years and made and sold colorful porcelain tableware and vases for flower arrangers (Ikebana).

She was pre-deceased by a brother, James Fina.

She is also survived by 12 nieces and nephews and their spouses; 23 grandnieces and grandnephews, many cousins and countless wonderful and devoted friends who will treasure their memories of her.

and room rates. Demand for hotel rooms in Saratoga County surged to 87.7 percent in August 2013, a 3.1 percent increase over the previous year, and to 81.7 percent in July 2013, a 3 percent increase over the previous July.

Demand for rooms in the City of Saratoga Springs was similarly robust, with an 89.2 percent occupancy rate in August 2013, a 2.4 percent increase from August 2012, and an 82.9 percent occupancy rate in July 2013, a 2.7 percent increase from July 2012.

Strong demand also helped spur higher pricing. Hoteliers were able to charge more during the 150thanniversary season, with nightly room rates in the city of Saratoga Springs averaging $252.46 in August 2013, a 7.3 percent increase over the previous August, and $191.34 in July 2013, a 5.5 percent increase over July 2012.

Nightly room rates in Saratoga County averaged $219.73 in August 2013, a 6.6 percent increase over

August 2012, and $170.97 in July 2013, a 4.9 percent increase over July 2012.

“The success of the summer season as represented here today is a testimony not only to the popularity of Saratoga Race Course and the 150th anniversary celebration, but also shows that Saratoga Springs is a destination in its own right,” Saratoga Springs City Center President Mark Baker said. “The racing season, programming at Saratoga Performing Arts Center and our spectacular downtown scene create a truly desirable location for visitors and tourists.”

The months of July and August coincided with The New York Racing Association’s annual summer meet at historic Saratoga Race Course and marked the culmination of the year-long celebration honoring the 150th anniversary of the first organized thoroughbred race meeting in Saratoga, which took place over the course of four days in August 1863.

Nancy Garrison SARATOGA SPRINGS — Nancy Garrison died peacefully at her home in the Raymond Watkins Apartments on November 3.

Funeral arrangements under the direction of Tunison Funeral Home will be held at the convenience of the family. Online remembrances may be made at www.tunsionfuneralhome.com.

Lois M. Quilty CLIFTON PARK — Lois M. Quilty, formerly of Grand St. in Glens Falls, passed away on Friday, November 8 at the Schuyler Ridge Nursing Home.

In 1940, Lois graduated from Saratoga Spring High School and was awarded the coveted Yaddo Medal at graduation to honor her academic achievement and personal character. She was a graduate of the State Teachers College at Buffalo and was a teacher for the Glens Falls City School District. She enjoyed

traveling and entertaining with family and friends.

Lois was predeceased by her parents, Thomas and Edith Quilty of Saratoga Springs, sisters Margaret Winkler and Janet Eichman and brother, Ret. Col. John Quilty.

Survivors include her brother-in-law Paul Eichman of Tennessee and sister-in-law Myrna Quilty of California. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and grand and great nieces and nephews.

Thomas P. Brady SCHENECTADY — Thomas P. Brady, 41, of Becker Street, passed away Saturday, November 2 at Ellis Hospital.

Born on Oct. 26, 1972 in Brooklyn, he is a son of James and Filomena (Borgo) Brady.

He had worked as a framing carpenter for Dry Wall Express in Duanesburg.

In addition to his parents, who reside in Wilton, survivors include his wife, Jacqueline Moss Brady and children, Johnathan, Alexander and Sierra Moss, Shyenne and Jade Brady; his brothers, John, James and Michael and sisters Margaret, Phyllis and Kathleen Brady.

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obituaries

Frieda Rhodes SARATOGA SPRINGS — Frieda Rhodes, 87, of Saratoga Springs passed away on Saturday November 2 at Saratoga hospital.

Born in Wels, Austria, she is the daughter of the late Matthaus Leopoldsberger and Anna Schürrer.

She worked for many years as a nurse’s aide at Maplewood Manor Nursing Home. Frieda was an avid animal lover. She especially loved horses. She was a horse owner and loved to bet on them. She

was also a member of the Saratoga Harness Hall of Fame, the Old Timer’s Club and a former member of the Harness Horsewomen’s Association, and a volunteer at the Saratoga Harness Hall of Fame.

Frieda always loved playing cards and many other games.

She survived by her nieces and some very special friends.

Donations in her memory may be made to the Saratoga Harness Hall of Fame, 352 Jefferson Street in Saratoga Springs.

Sylvia Georgeadis SARATOGA SPRINGS — Sylvia Georgeadis, 67, of Saratoga Springs, passed away at home peacefully, surrounded by her family on November 8, after a courageous battle with breast cancer that spanned over the last 10 years.

Sylvia was born on February 5, 1946 in New Kensington, Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of the late Pete and Mary Rodites of New Kensington.

Sylvia was the high school sweetheart and wife of Alexander Georgeadis for over 49 years. Sylvia moved to South

Windsor, Connecticut in 1964 where she lived for 40 years.

She is survived by her husband, Alexander, a son, Nicholas and Amy Georgeadis and a daughter Maria and Josh Muldner — all of New York state. Besides them, she is also survived by six loving grandchildren: Austin, Alexis, Marina, Juliana, Thomas, and Mitchell. Sylvia is also survived by a sister Anita and George Burgard of East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, as well as her husband’s siblings and their children and grandchildren.

John A. D’Agostina

SARATOGA LAKE — John A. D’Agostino, 79, of Saratoga Lake passed away on Tuesday, November 5 with his children and family by his side.

Husband of the late Eva M. D’Agostino, he leaves behind three children: Andrew (Jennifer), Nick

and Audrey; his sister Dolores Costello; several nieces and nephews and his beloved grand dog Carmella.

John was known as the carpenter of Saratoga Lake, transforming camps into dream homes.

His backyard was often the site of many family and friend gatherings, as he was loved by all who knew him.

John served in the U.S. Army, was a member of the American Legion, lifetime member of the Italian Benevolent Society, and the Fraternal Order of Eagles.

His welcoming smile, jubilant personality and helpful nature will always be remembered.

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Valerie Adele Cowan

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Valerie Adele Cowan, 70, of Claire Pass, passed away Tuesday, November 5 at Saratoga Hospital, surrounded by her family.

Born on March 21, 1943 in Glendale, Queens, she is the daughter of the late John and Helen

Bartley. A resident of Saratoga Springs for the past 12 years, she was a member of St. Clement’s Church.

All will forever remember her sense of humor, her passion for the ocean, her devotion to family and her famous Polish Easter dinner. Selfless and always giving with the biggest heart ever, she is now at peace with Lisa.

A loving wife, mother and grandmother, survivors include her husband of 50 years, John Cowan; two daughters, Simone (Scott) Clinton of Rexford and Kristen (Keith) Peterson of Chatham Twp., New Jersey; one son, Sean Cowan of High Point, North Carolina and six grandchildren, Ashley, Danielle, Meredith, Kaden, Korryn and Kallen.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by one daughter, Lisa C. Cowan, and of course, “Rocky.”

Victor S. Altieri, Sr.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Master Sergeant Victor S. Altieri, Sr., United States Air Force, retired, passed away on Wednesday, November 6 at the age of 82.

Born on April 20, 1931, he was the son of the late Louis Altieri and Louise Henninger of Bridgeport, Connecticut. He was also preceded in death by a special daughter, Charlotte Altieri, and special brother, David Henninger.

Victor graduated from Harding High School in Bridgeport, class of 1949 and was an avid member

of the Occuret Boys Club. He joined the Air Force in 1951and shortly thereafter, he was assigned to the 656th radar squadron in the Saratoga Springs area where he met his wife. After serving at various radar sites across the northern United States and overseas for 21 years, he retired in June, 1972 and delved into civilian life by continuing his love for bowling and acquiring a passion for golf.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Grace (Van Denburgh) Altieri, sons and significant others Ralph (Judith Altieri), Victor Jr. (Marianne Altieri), Louis (Teresa Adinolfi), and Thomas (Jackie Hayes); granddaughters Lynn Altieri-Need, Melissa Altieri, and Jennifer Altieri; and five great-grandchildren.

He is also survived by his sister and brother-in-law Molly and Fran Carroll of Trumbull, Connecticut, sister-in-law Rose Farrell and husband Roy, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Nicholas J. Carroll SARATOGA SPRINGS — Nicholas J. Carroll, 24, passed away unexpectedly November 1.

Born on May 27, 1989 in Pompton Plains, he was the son of Elizabeth and the late Donald Carroll.

Nick was a talented athlete and he excelled in golf, baseball and basketball. He shared his love of sports with his late father, his biggest supporter and fan. They especially enjoyed going to Yankee games together and watching the New York Giants play.

Nick was a handsome, smart, funny person and will be missed by many.

Survivors include his mother, Elizabeth (Lawson) Carroll of Saratoga Springs; a sister, Jaret (Kyle) Pople of Gansevoort; two brothers, Christopher (Denise) Carroll of Howell, New Jersey and Jonathan Carroll of Warwick; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and a nephew. Nick is predeceased by his father, Donald E. Carroll.

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BUSINESS

Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

Bringing The Music Back To Broadway

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Three years ago, Matt McCabe, owner of Saratoga Guitar, packed up his popular Broadway music store and moved it to the city’s west side. Now he is bringing the music back to the city’s busiest street with the opening of a new Broadway location.

“I never really wanted to leave because I thought it was important for us to have this kind of store on Broadway, but there were some community needs including repair service, lesson rooms and parking that we couldn’t fulfill at our previous location,” McCabe said.

At the time, McCabe decided to relocate to a bigger storefront on

West Avenue, which had recently undergone a resurgence with the opening of a $10 million YMCA facility, the construction of a new Empire State College building and a $6 million renovation to the Saratoga Springs Train Station.

However, no sooner had he left Broadway before he started looking to get back.

“The West Side store has allowed us to do a lot of things we couldn’t do at our old Broadway location so it seemed like the right thing to do at the time, but I never stopped looking for an affordable way to get back on Broadway,” he said.

It took three years, but McCabe

was finally able to find the right opportunity to make the move a reality and he officially opened the new location at 492 Broadway on Monday, November 4. In addition to the existing store located at 60 West Avenue, the new location will share space with Mountainman Outdoor Supply Company and serve as a showroom and retail space. McCabe also hopes to use the space to cultivate small workshops in an effort to make the store more interactive.

“It’s a beautiful location and the feedback from the community has been wonderful so far,” McCabe said.

In the coming weeks, McCabe

said he intends to hold a series of events to celebrate the store’s opening, including a

meet-and-greet with The Gibson Brothers on Sunday, November 17 at 2 p.m.

Saturday commerce. The Craft Marketplace also offers Silent Auction opportunities such as tickets to local holiday events, autographed collectable memorabilia and much more.

Last year the Marketplace raised just over $25,000 net for Saratoga Center for the Family, with 3,000 shoppers in attendance, many from out of town.

The Craft Marketplace also promotes shopping small on Small Business Saturday. Created by American Express in 2010, Small Business Saturday day is celebrated every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving and is dedicated to supporting small businesses across

the country. Marketplace event chair, Ann Wolpert, sees this as a beautiful opportunity to promote downtown Saratoga small businesses and encourage marketplace shoppers to venture onto Broadway to support our retail and restaurant community.

The Craft Marketplace has been a Thanksgiving weekend tradition for 38 years. Event Chair, Ann Wolpert, has brought over 100 hand-selected artisans to SaratogaSprings to create a unique community experience kicking off the holiday shopping season.

For information about The Craft Marketplace, please visit: www. saratogacraft.org.

Craft Marketplace Kicks Off Holiday Shopping Season

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Center for the Family will be hosting the 38th Craft Marketplace to benefit Saratoga Center for the Family on Saturday, November 30, also known as Small Business Saturday. The Marketplace will be held at Saratoga Springs City Center from 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

The annual Craft Marketplace attracts over 100 hand-selected artisans who gather in the City Center to showcase and sell their handmade art. Some crafts include jewelry, paintings, children’s toys, blown glass, pottery, holiday ornamentation, edibles, clothing and one-of-akind specialties. Marketplace admission is $5 and includes two raffle tickets along with exclusive offers to participating downtown businesses which further promotes Small Business

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Linda Passaretti Named to TRF Post Saratoga Springs, N.Y. — Linda J. Passaretti has been named Director of Development for the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation. The TRF, based in Saratoga Springs, is in its 30th year of providing safe homes and retraining for former Thoroughbred racehorses.

A graduate of Albany Law School, Passaretti comes to TRF from the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, where she served as Director of Development and Planned Giving.

Previously, Passaretti was Vice-President for Administration and Development for the Preservation League of New York State. Prior to 2010, she

HRCCU Gives Back

Members of the Hadley-Luzerne Lioness Club receive winter clothing that they will distribute to needy children in Warren and Washington Counties. l-r: Vicki Hayes, Jennifer Gilbert, Jessilyn Charbonneau, Connie Wood and Jennifer Doll.

CORINTH — Member-owners and employees of Hudson River Community Credit Union (HRCCU) recently completed their 2nd Annual Community Coat Drive, collecting new and gently worn hats, coats and mittens. All items collected will be donated to children in Warren, Washington and Rensselaer County who are in need of warm clothing this winter season.

“Knowing this was made possible through the generosity of HRCCU member-owners and employees warms my heart,” said Sue Commanda, CEO for HRCCU. “This is just one more example of the positive impact credit unions make in our communities.”

Hudson River Community Credit Union’s mission is to improve the well-being of members and their families by providing quality financial services with the best overall value. HRCCU is a not-for-profit financial cooperative owned and governed by its members. It has five branches located in Cohoes, Corinth, Glens Falls, Hudson Falls and Troy. For more information, visit hrccu.org.

served as Albany Medical Center’s Director of Leadership Giving.

Passaretti gained her wealth of fundraising experience at Emma Willard School in Troy, NY, which boasts such notable alumni as U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.

Passaretti will bring her experience to identify new donors, develop TRF’s corporate and sponsorship donor base, manage events and interface with local fundraising committees and other TRF fundraising personnel.

“We are excited to have someone with Linda’s knowledge, experience and proven track record in development,” said TRF Director of External Affairs, Diana Pikulski. “Add to that her love of animals and immediate understanding of our mission and it is a match made in heaven. She is a wonderful addition to our team.”

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Education

Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

Hall of Distinction Recognizes Jennings, Dake SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs High School Hall of Distinction honored two outstanding individuals for their extraordinary professional and community accomplishments, Wednesday night.

The inaugural Hall of Distinction inductees, Madelyn Pulver Jennings (Class of 1952) and William “Bill” P. Dake (Class of 1953) were the recipients of the 2013 Hall of Distinction Recognition Night in the Loewenberg Auditorium at the Saratoga Springs High School.

They were honored during the 20th Annual Academic Recognition program, as high school juniors and seniors were recognized for their academic successes (full list of names can be found at saratogatodayonline.com).

A committee composed of current and former district administrators, high school teachers, high school administrators, community members and Saratoga alumni reviewed the nominations and selected the honorees.

William P. Dake William “Bill” P. Dake graduated from Saratoga Springs High School in 1953 and went on to earn a degree in

mechanical engineering from Cornell University. After serving in the U.S. Navy for the next two years, Bill returned to Saratoga and joined his brother Charlie in running the family business, Stewart’s Shops. In 1978 he became president of Stewart’s, a title he held for the next 25 years.

Although his son Gary has since stepped into the position of president, Bill remains the Chairman of the Board and is very much involved in the daily operations of the business. Bill has held seats on numerous local boards, including the Skidmore College Board of Trustees, the Saratoga Springs City Center Board of Directors and the Saratoga Performing Arts Center Board (chairman 200512). He currently sits on the Saratoga County YMCA Board of Trustees and is the president of the Saratoga Foundation.

Bill has taken a particular interest in the development of the Saratoga Springs community, coordinating the construction and financing of two ice rinks, the Farmers’ Market Pavilions at High Rock Park, the Carousel Building in Congress Park and three new Saratoga County YMCA locations.

In addition, Bill has established himself as a local philanthropist, giving both corporately through the Stewart’s Foundation and personally with his wife Susan through the Susan and Bill Dake Foundation.

Madelyn Pulver Jennings A 1952 graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, Madelyn Pulver Jennings was president of the Student Body and winner of the Yaddo Medal.

She is a 1956 graduate of Texas Woman’s University, where she was named a Distinguished Alumna. She has served on many business and philanthropic boards, including, among others, Yaddo, U.S. Fund for UNICEF, Hanes Corporation, American Press Institute, Monterey Institute of International Studies, and Sage Colleges, where she holds an honorary Ph.D. degree.

Madelyn established the McGregor Links Foundation, following a career holding executive positions at General Electric, Standard Brands, Inc., and Gannett Co., Inc. The Foundation annually provides the George J. Pulver Scholar/ Athlete Award to the outstanding SSHS female and male graduate

William “Bill” P. Dake and Madelyn Pulver Jennings were inducted in to the Saratoga High School Hall of Distinction for their extraordinary professional and community accomplishments Wednesday night.

and the Martha Walsh Pulver Poet in Residence at Yaddo.

She has been recognized nationally as the outstanding U.S. human resources executive by the Society of Human Resource Management, Catalyst

Award by the Media HR Group, and as a Senior Fellow of the National Academy of Human Resources.

She is a supporter of many local Saratoga not-for-profit organizations.

What’s Happening In School This Week?

November 15

Saratoga Springs City School District High School, Maple: Report Cards Issued Caroline: Pasta Dinner Night Division: Wild West Day Ballston Spa Central School District Elementary Marking Period Ends Schuylerville School District Green Ribbon School America Recycles Day activities Grade 5 Social, 7-8:30 p.m., Elementary School

November 18 Saratoga Springs City School District Maple: Chorus Concert, 7:30 p.m.

Geyser: Student Council Ballston Spa Central School District PTA Council Meeting, MS, 7 p.m.

Modified Winter Sports Begin Schuylerville School District French Club Chocolate Sale begins Board of Education Meeting, 7 p.m., Administration Building

November 19 Saratoga Springs City School District Early Dismissals for Elementary/ Parent Teacher Conference High School: Financial Aid

Workshop, 6:30 p.m., TA Division: PTA Early Dismissal Movie Geyser: School Picture Retakes Ballston Spa Central School District MA PTA Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

Schuylerville School District None

November 20

Saratoga Springs City School District Maple: Chorus Concert, 7:30 p.m.

Greenfield: Grade 2 Concert, 6:30 p.m.

Ballston Spa Central School District Board of Education Meeting, HS Library, 7 p.m.

Schuylerville School District None

November 21 Saratoga Springs City School District Caroline: PTSO, 7 p.m.

Ballston Spa Central School District Elementary Parent/ Teacher Conferences: Half Day for K-5 MA Student Photo Retakes Foreign Language Lip Sync Night, HS Auditorium, 7 p.m.

Schuylerville School District Elementary School Photo Retakes

Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

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Fab 8 Open House First-Of-Its Kind continued from page 1

they could see video of the process, and hold onto several examples of the finished product. Other videos talked about the company’s growth, which led it to upstate New York. Another exhibit displayed the nearly 40 patents that GlobalFoundries has.

By far, the largest fascination for kids of all ages was for the bunny suits and goggles that

Agog over goggles. (l-r) Joshua (6), Madison (10), Gabriela (9), Photo by MarkBolles.com

of Monday, November 11.

The occasion was the chip giant’s first ever open house that was structured to give curious onlookers an inside view of the manufacturing process.

“It’s really a logical extension from what we had been doing for some time,” noted Jessica Kerley, communications specialist for GlobalFoundries. “We have hosted quarterly neighborhood meetings here to give resident’s updates on our construction and related subjects. During the question and answer periods, we would always get questions about how the manufacturing process worked, so we decided to refine the focus.”

Though Kerley said that they had done nothing extra to get the word out, it was obvious from the attendance that the interest was widespread.

Kids and adults alike packed the company’s cafeteria (Global Café) whose walls were lined with several institutional ads that utilized Fab 8 which told of their involvement in the community, as well as motivational posters and flags from around the world.

Exhibits were a combination of hands-on items and multimedia presentations. While the public never got to actually see computer chips being fabricated,

some people waited to try on for themselves. Kristy Bouillion of GlobalFoundries’ logistics department noted that the suits are worn for contamination versus cleanliness and that employees on the Fab 8 floor could not wear any makeup, which caused a few realtors to groan and decide to stick to their current occupation.

Regina Rodriquez of

operations noted that though the Fab 8 floor is air conditioned to a cool temperature regardless of the time of year, the suits themselves were extremely hot and she had to adjust her clothing underneath to what most people would wear in the summer.

Since 2009, Fab 8 has been holding regular neighborhood meetings in order to provide a opportunity for the company to

meet with the community and provide updates on their projects. However, this was the first time they allowed the community to receive an interactive educational tour into the manufacturing facility. Given the popularity of this meeting, it seems likely the community will have many more opportunities in the future to learn about what goes on in the plant.

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‘Freedom From Painful Emotions’ Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators, classes include guided meditations, teaching and discussion with Buddhist teacher Evelyn Williams. Classes are selfcontained; drop in any week.

Everyone is welcome for a $10 fee. Classes run through December 12 from 7–8:30 p.m., except Thanksgiving. Classes are located on the second floor of 79 Beekman St. above the bicycle shop.

Gavin Park Pickleball Indoor Pickleball has begun at Gavin Park and runs from now until April. Players of any experience level can participate on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:15 a.m.–11:15 a.m. Three to six courts will be available each session.

Participants may bring their own equipment or may use the park’s.

Players must register, in person, at the Gavin Park Office, 10 Lewis Drive, Wilton. Doors open at 9 a.m. No regular commitment is required. Cost per person, per day, is $3. For more information call (518) 584-9455.

COATS for CAPTAIN CAPTAIN Youth and Family Services has partnered with Southern Saratoga YMCA in hosting COATS for CAPTAIN’s third annual coat drive to help struggling families in Saratoga County. Go to the CAPTAIN main office in Clifton Park (5 Municipal Plaza) from now until November 22 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There are coats available from newborn to adult sizes in both female and male colors and styles. Call (518) 371–1185 for more information.

Winter Activities Brochure Available The Town of Malta Department of Parks, Recreation and Human Services Winter Activities Brochure is now available online at www.malta-town.org and at the Malta Community Center.

Registration is underway for winter classes and programs.

Classes, new sports programs and special events are scheduled to begin in December. Call the Malta Community Center at (518) 8994411 for more information.

LOCAL BRIEFS Seeking Tax Assistance Volunteers TaxAide is seeking volunteers for the coming tax season. TaxAide volunteers answer questions and prepare and file returns for low to moderate income taxpayers and seniors from February 1 to April 15 at various sites in Saratoga County. No experience is required. For further information, visit www.aarp.org/ taxaide or call (518) 373-1076.

Gavin Park Open Gym Open gym for basketball at Gavin Park has begun, running weekdays from 3–5 p.m. for all ages. Open gym can accommodate up to 20 players and operates on a first come, first served basis. There is no charge for participation. Children ages 10 and under must have an adult with them at all times. All participants are required to sign in, each afternoon. For more information call (518) 584-9455.

Get Fit With Taylor’s Heroes The non-profit Taylor’s Heroes, is currently looking for applicants ages 8-18 who are looking to get fit. If selected, applicants join a free three-month program that includes weekly group personal training, the ability to try new sports activities of their choosing and the chance to learn valuable nutrition information from experts in the community.

For more information go to taylorsheroes.org or cal (518) 894-1658.

‘Charcoal!’

Through December 15 there will be an Invitational exhibition of two and three-dimensional works in charcoal by 12 contemporary artists at the Schick Art Gallery, Saisselin Art Building (Skidmore College). Hours will be Monday through Thursday (10 a.m.–6 p.m.), Friday (10 a.m. –4 p.m.), Saturday and Sunday (noon to 4 p.m.) It will be closed on academic holidays. For more information call (518) 580-5049.

Saratoga Recreation Winter Registration The Winter Registration at Saratoga Recreation is open and offering Youth Basketball League, Jr. Sluggers, Introduction to Ice Skating, Box Lacrosse, Golf World Clinic and a 3v3 tournament. For more information call (518) 587–3550, ext. 2300.

H.O.P.E.’s Annual Gala H.O.P.E’s Annual Gala is Friday, November 22 at the Prime at

Saratoga National Golf Club.

From 6:30–10 p.m., there will be entertainment provided by The Pipe Kings, gourmet dinner stations, wine, beer and dessert.

There will also be a live auction and prizes. Tickets are $80 per person and can be bought at www.hopeanimalrescue.org.

Tang Museum Family Saturday Suitable for children ages five and up with their adult companions, the Tang Museum Family Saturday will be November 23 from 2–3:30 at the Tang Museum. The program includes a brief tour of a current Tang exhibition, followed by a hands-on art activity. It’s free and open to the public. Reservations are strongly suggested. For reservations and information call (518) 580-8080.

DanceFlurry Saratoga Contradance Contras, squares and couples dances will go from 8–11 p.m. on Saturday, November 23 at First Baptist Church, 45 Washington St. Lessons for beginners will be at 7:30 p.m. Calling will be by Melanie Axel-Lute with music

by George Wilson and Selma Kaplan. All group dances are taught and newcomers welcome.

There’s no need to bring your own partner. Wear sneakers or other soft-soled shoes only, please. Adults are $10, students and seniors are $7 and children under 15 are $6. For more information call (518) 899-0105 or visit www.danceflurry.org.

ECHO Thanksgiving Service and Dinner The Ecumenical Community Helping Others Annual Thanksgiving Service and Dinner will be held at 4 p.m., Sunday, November 24 at Simpson United Methodist Church, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls.

There is no charge, though all donations of money, canned goods, and other nonperishable food items will benefit the ECHO Food Pantry. Bring a dish and come meet, dine, and enjoy fellowship with your neighbors and community, and help provide food for those in need in your area. For more information call (518) 885-9316.

After The Fire Meeting After The Fire’s monthly meeting will be held Tuesday, November 26 at 7 p.m. at Eagle Matt Lee Fire House in Ballston Spa. New members are always needed and are welcome to attend a meeting.

For additional information leave

Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013 a message at (518) 435-4571 or visit www.afterthefire.org.

Annual Pre-Stuffed Workout Saratoga Core Fitness’ Annual Thanksgiving morning prestuffed workout will start at 10 a.m. and run for one hour on November 28. Cost is $10 with all proceeds donated to the Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Services. Sign up in the studio at 68 West Ave. in Saratoga or call (518) 583FITT (3488) or email vicki@ saratogacorefitness.com.

14th Annual Craft Fair The Schuylerville United Methodist Church is hosting its 14th Annual Craft Fair, Saturday, November 30 from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. at the American Legion Post 278 located on Clancy Street in Schuylerville. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Many crafts, baked goods, including Thanksgiving pies, and silent auction will be included.

Pizza and Wing Night The Victory Mills Fire Department, 23 Pine St., is hosting a pizza and wing night on November 30 from 2–7 p.m.

Cheese pizza is $11 and with the works is $18. Toppings are $2 each (sausage, pepperoni, peppers, onions, mushrooms and extra cheese). One dozen wings (plain, mild, hot, extra hot, sweet baby BBQ and garlic parm) with celery, carrots and blue cheese is $8, extra blue cheese $0.75. Place your order at (518) 695-6623 after 2 p.m.

New Life Fellowship Helping Others New Life Fellowship in Saratoga Springs will be collecting gently used winter gear and toys to be given free of charge to those in need within our area. Coats, boots, gloves, hats, mittens and snow pants are all needed, plus toys that can be used for Christmas presents. They can be brought to New Life Fellowship, 51 Old Gick Road, Saratoga Springs on December 2 and 4 from 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. and Thursday, December 5 from 9:30 a.m.–7 p.m. Call (518) 580-1810 for more information.

Round Lake Festival of Trees and Cookie Walk The Round Lake Festival of Trees and Cookie Walk will be held in early December at the Round Lake Municipal Building, 49 Burlington Ave. Donations benefit the Round Lake Historical Society. Tickets

are on sale at the Village Office.

A $5 donation is asked for at the door for the following dates: December 4, 6:30–8 p.m., December 6, 5:30–9 p.m.; December 7, 4–8 p.m.; December 8, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. For more information call (518) 899-2800.

A Celebration in Four Parts The 57th annual show produced by the Racing City Chorus, the Saratoga Springs Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society, will be December 7, starting at 7 p.m. at the Saratoga Knights of Columbus Hall on 50 Pine Road. The Racing City Chorus, its quartets and guest quartets Dented Fenders and One Track Mind will be featured in a cabaret setting. Tickets are $15 and children under 13 are free.

For more information visit www.

RacingCityChorus.org or call (518) 371-0062.

American Legion Breakfast With Santa American Legion Auxiliary Unit 234 is hosting Breakfast With Santa Claus on Saturday, December 14 from 8:30–11 a.m. at 23 Pleasant Street in Ballston Spa. Enjoy breakfast and bring your cameras for pictures with Santa.

Festival of Trees For the fourth consecutive year, the Schuylerville Community Theater will host the Festival of Trees and Craft Fair in the Saratoga Town Hall on the corner of Routes 29 and 4.

On December 6 there will be the traditional lighting of the Memory Trees on the front lawn of the Town Hall 4. The decorated trees and crafts will be offered for sale on December 7 from 10–4 p.m. and December 8 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. The annual parade down Schuylerville’s main street featuring the arrival of St Nicholas on his white horse will follow beginning at 4:15 p.m.

Admission is free.

Creating the Third Mind The Teaching Gallery at SUNY Empire State College, 111 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs will present a collaborative project between artists from two distinct creative backgrounds. “Creating the Third Mind: An Artist and Poet Collaborate,” will open with an artist talk and reception on Thursday, November 21 from 5–8 p.m., in the Teaching Gallery. The show runs through December. Elaine Handley is a writer and professor at Empire State College in Saratoga Springs and Marco Montanari is an artist from Colorado. The exhibit will highlight the visual dialogue that occurred between painter and poet as each encountered the other’s creative processes.

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Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

Family Friendly Event

Friday, November 15 The Three Billy Goats Gruff Saratoga Art’s Center, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 10:30 a.m.

This month’s puppet show is performed by Wild Apple Puppetry.

Tickets are $4 at door, $3 in advance, infants are free. Call (518) 527-3105 for advance tickets. Please arrive 5-10 minutes before showing to get a good seat. www.saratoga-arts.org.

All You Can Eat Principessa Elena Society, 11-13 Oak St., Saratoga Springs, 5 – 7 p.m.

Minestrone soup, stuffed pork roast, vegetable, apple sauce, pasta with sauce, salad, bread, butter, dessert, coffee, tea. Seniors $8, Adults $9, Children ages 5-12, $5, Under 5 free.

All take-out $10. All are welcome. For more information call (518) 584-4163.

Remembering JFK Congregation Shaara Tfille, 84 Weibel Ave., Saratoga Springs, 7:30 p.m.

The Interfaith Service will commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the death of our 35th President.

The service will be conducted by Dr. Kenneth S. Blatt, Rabbi/Cantor from Congregation Shaara Tfille and will include readings, music and songs, historical commentary and personal reflections of this tragic event. Open to the public. Light refreshments will be served following the service. For more information or to RSVP, please call (518) 584-2370.

Saturday, November 16 7th Annual Lake George Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Shepherd Park Beach, Lake George, 9 a.m.Did you know it costs $400 to fund a Special Olympics athlete? Come out and take the Plunge to raise money for the Special Olympics. For more information call Michelle Mumma at (518) 388-0790 ext. 109.

Christmas on a Budget The Turning Point Wesleyan Church, 1063 St. Rt. 4, Fort Edward, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. All are welcome. Enjoy DoIt-Yourself Gift Ideas, Decorating on

a Dime, Christmas Traditions Board, Cookie Decorating, Menu Planning and Recipes, Kids’ Do-It-Yourself Gift Making, Send a Soldier a Card table, Bake Sale and Gently Loved Ornament Sale. Proceeds from sales will benefit local family in need. For more information call (518) 955-0212. www.turningpointwes.com.

Armed Forces Day Parade Ground Village, Malta, 1 – 4 p.m.

The Armed Forces Day is free and open to the military and community to raise money and awareness for the Wounded Warrior Project. Events for kids include a real H3, fitness training, a football throw, magic shows, face painting, balloon twisters, pony rides, bounce houses and more. WGNA will be broadcasting live from 2-4 p.m. and giving away tickets to the Secret Stars at Proctor’s Theatre. Other crafts and fun things will be available for children. For more information call (518) 944-9094.

Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County Town of Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29, Schuylerville, 1 p.m.

Kathleen Roe, Director of Operations at the NYS Archives, will be the speaker. Her topic will be, “Finding Genealogical Treasures in the State Archives.” The public is welcome. For more information call (518) 587-2978.

Saratoga’s Written History: Sources, Past and Future Saratoga Springs Public Library, H. Dutcher Community Room, 2– 4 p.m.

The Friends of Saratoga Springs Public Library will host author and historian Field Horne at The Fall Literary Program. The event is free, open to the public, and refreshments will be served. For more information visit www.sspl.org.

Sunday, November 17 Breakfast Buffet

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs, 8:30 – 11 a.m.

Fruit cocktail, French toast, pancakes, potatoes, breakfast sausage and ham, corned beef hash, scrambled eggs, eggs benedict, juice, coffee and tea. Donation requested: Adults $8, Seniors/Military (ID required) $7, Children 5 – 12 $6, Under 5 free, takeouts $8. For more information call (518) 584-2585.

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the unusual combination of the viola, charango and guitar, and in doing so, creating passionate music that moves at ease between the Baroque, South American folk rhythms and new pieces written especially for the Duo. Tickets available at the door: $25 for general admission and $5 for students. For more information call (518) 792-2383 or www. deblasiss-chamber-music.org.

of Santa Monica, California. The documentary explains how the homeless got there and the issues faced by a city that both cares for them and wishes they would go away. A discussion will follow the screening.

For more information, please visit www.skidmore.edu.

Monday, November 18

Book BAG Shop Sale

Alzheimer’s: The Savvy Caregiver Saratoga Springs Public Library, Susman Room, 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.

The Savvy Caregiver Program helps caregivers better understand the changes their loved ones are experiencing, and how to best provide individualized care for their loved ones throughout the progression of Alzheimer’s or dementia.

This is the first of five sessions. For more information call (518) 867-4999 ext. 200.

Wide World of Sports Foods for JP Century House, Route 9, Latham, 5 – 8 p.m. The benefit for JP Honsinger, a 10-year-old Clifton Park native who has been diagnosed with Niemann Pick Type C Disease (childhood Alzheimer’s), will include palate pleasing regional foods hailing from some of the sports world’s most popular teams and craft beer tastings.

There will also be a silent auction featuring signed sports memorabilia and a raffle. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased by calling (518) 859-7728 or (518) 506-3968.

Looking at Life’s Journey with a Jungian Lens Unitarian Universalist Church, 21 Weeks Road, Queensbury, 7 p.m.

An ongoing discussion of consciousness and how we make meaning in our lives, presented by Adirondack Friends of Jung. The discussion will be led by Thomas Martinez, Ph.D., a consulting, analytically-oriented Psychotherapist and Professor of Psychology and Robert Rockwell, M.D., a retired psychiatrist who studied at the Jung Institute in Zurich and trained at the C G. Jung Institute in San Francisco.

For more information contact Robert Rockwell, M.D (518) 681-9595 or email robertrockwell1938@gmail.com.

Alturas Duo

Tuesday, November 19

The Hyde Collection, Froehlich Auditorium, 161 Warren St., Glens Falls, 2 p.m.

This unique Duo was formed with the idea of playing South American and classical music by bringing together

Film Screening of Homelessness in Paradise Davis Auditorium, Skidmore College, 8 p.m. The movie focuses on a small group of people living on the streets

Wednesday,November20 Saratoga Springs Public Library, Community Room, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

The Book BAG Shop will conduct a one-day 10 cent paperback sale. The Book Bag Shop is a project of the Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library. Funds raised are used to enhance library services. For more information call (518) 584-7860.

Education: “Resisting the Ambush of Public Education” Dining Hall, Skidmore College, 7 p.m.

Nancy Schniedewind, co-editor of Educational Courage: Resisting the Ambush of Public Education, will give her views on current educational policies. She will be joined by Felipa Gaudet, a public school teacher in Kingston, N.Y., and Nancy, professor in the master’s program in Humanitic/ Multicultural Education at SUNY New Paltz, who will lead an interactive workshop. www.skidmore.edu.

Thursday, November 21 Zero Energy Homes

Springs Street Gallery, 110 Spring St., Saratoga Springs, 6 – 8 p.m.

This presentation will focus on design and construction of residential homes that aim to produce the same amount energy as they consume. It will cover renovation and new construction.

We will discuss through several case studies the basic elements of the ZEH: passive solar design, energy efficient house envelope, and conventional and alternative energy sources. Attendance is free. Due to limited space reservations are needed, by November 20, 2013. For more information call (518) 280-8992.

Upcoming Town Meetings Town of Ballston: Ballston Town Hall 323 Charlton Road (518) 885-8502 www.townofballstonny.org 11/27: Planning Board, 7:30 p.m.

Village of Ballston Spa: 66 Front Street (518) 885-5711 www.ballstonspany.org 11/25: Board of Trustees, 7:30 p.m.

Town of Greenfield: 7 Wilton Road (518) 893-7432 www.townofgreenfield.com 11/26: Planning Board, 7 p.m.

Town of Malta: 2540 Route 9 (518) 899-2818 www.malta-town.org 11/19: Planning Board, 6:30 p.m.

Town of Milton: 503 Geyser Road (518) 885-9220 www.townofmiltonny.org 11/20: Town Board, 7 p.m.

11/28: Town Board, 7 p.m.

City of Saratoga Springs: 474 Broadway (518) 587-3550 www.saratoga-springs.org 11/18: Zoning Board, 7 p.m.

Town of Saratoga: 12 Spring Street, Schuylerville (518) 695-3644 www.townofsaratoga.com 11/27: Planning Board, 7:30 p.m.

Village of Schuylerville: 35 Spring Street (518) 695-3881 www.villageofschuylerville.org 11/19: Planning Board, 6:30 p.m.

Town of Stillwater: 881 N. Hudson Avenue Stillwater, NY 12170 (518) 664-6148 www.stillwaterny.org 11/18: Planning Board, 7 p.m.

11/19: Board of Trustees, 7 p.m.

11/21: Town Board, 7 p.m.

11/25: Zoning Board, 7:30 p.m.

Town of Wilton:

Blood Drives November 13, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Saratoga Central Catholic High 247 South Broadway November 13, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Stillwater High School 334 Hudson Ave.

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22 Traver Road (518) 587-1939 www.townofwilton.com 11/20: Planning Board, 6:30 p.m.

Saratoga County Board of Supervisors: 40 McMaster St, #1 Ballston Spa, NY 12020 (518) 885-2240 www.saratogacountyny.gov

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Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

James Smith Is A Battle Of Iwo Jima Survivor

continued from page 1 few things that could help us survive.”

By necessity, to stay out of the enemy’s rocket range a landing craft dropped them in knee to waist deep surf.

“We had an expression: ‘Don’t bunch up on the beach.’ We had a guy on shore directing traffic and people would naturally gather around near him. I told Frank: ‘C’mon, this is the last place we want to be.’ Crowds draw mortar fire, we need to find a

different way to shore,” he said.

On one Guam mission, he did just that. Striking out on his own path, Smith could not see the gaping hole that the LST craft’s propeller left in the murky water. Stepping into the hole and down he went, under full pack and rifle; he sunk like a stone and fought with everything he had to get to the surface.

“My hand was grabbed and I was pulled up out of the hole,” he said. Just like that.

I asked him who it was. He said he had no idea.

“When I got pulled out, all hell was breaking loose. That guy had to get going and so did I,” he recalls.

Such is the impersonal character of war. You rarely see the enemy you kill and sometimes you don’t know who to thank for saving your life.

Smith’s military career parallels the United States’ WWII roadmap in the Pacific theater. Guam, Guadalcanal (twice), Bougainville, Iwo Jima. Enlisted in 1942, honorably discharged on October 16, 1945.

Following Pearl Harbor, he first went to enlist in Brooklyn, but the line went around the block three times. Finally enlisted in Glens Falls, the Marine pride comes out.

“A bus started all the way up in the Adirondacks and picked people up along the way to Albany for our physical. Only two on my bus made Marine.

The rest, they sent down the

hall to the Navy,” he noted with a chortle.

Boot camp in Paris Island, SC. He qualified as a rifleman and earned his marksman’s badge despite the fact that he broke in with a Springfield rifle and they switched him to an M1 halfway through the qualifying.

“I wasn’t prepared for the extra recoil and it smacked me right in the eye socket. I got through, but never forgave them for that,” he said.

Iwo Jima. The imagery of that battle is characterized in history books as a triumph with the iconic raising of the flag, but for those who were there it was hell on earth.

“I’m a survivor of Iwo Jima,” he noted. “But I cannot forget the images, the bloodshed, and 7,000 soldiers, many just out of boot camp, who gave their lives for freedom. I was there. Most people walking around today have no idea what happened.”

In fact, while many people revisiting the history regard Iwo Jima as a stepping stone to victory, it may in fact have hastened the decision to use the Atomic Bomb to put an end to massive American casualties.

“There were 7,000 soldiers, buried in their ponchos, with one dog tag, so that the War Department could keep track of who was lost,” he explained. “It’s not an image that goes away easily.”

After VJ day, he was assigned as Sargent of the Guard at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. He was being lobbied to

re-enlist and actually considered it until one day this officer told him to fix the heels of his shoes.

“That was the sign that I had had enough,” he said.

By the time the Korean conflict came around, he was already into his settled family life. He retained his Marine pride, but he was done.

Of all the medals, awards and memorabilia we looked at, Smith seemed proudest of the last thing he showed me. It was a check from the Home of the Good Shepard for playing music for the residents. The beaming pride of a pro.

“I thought I would give music up by now,” he said. “My wife, when she was alive, told me it was important to keep playing music that made people happy. While I was thinking about hanging it up, I noticed during a performance that an old woman had her head down most of the time, but when I played the ‘Whippoorwill Song’ followed by ‘My Blue Heaven,’ well, she perked right up. That’s why I keep going.”

The least we can do is plug his next gig. For those interested, Jim will be playing this Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Home of the Good Shepard.

“So I’ll be there Wednesday.

Playing...” he said.

Then a musician’s studied two-count pause. “…For the old people. Ha!”

James Smith’s Awards and Battle Ribbons Photo by MarkBolles.com

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1- Presidential Unit Citation with Bronze Star, 2- Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, 3- Asiatic Pacific Campaign – four Bronze stars: Guadalcanal, Bougainville, Guam, Iwo Jima, 4- National Defense Service Award, 5- American Campaign Medal, 6- Navy Unit Commendation with one Bronze star, 7- World War II Victory Medal. Other Ribbons and Medals that he received include: Victory Medal,Combat Action Medal, Occupation Medal, Iwo Jima Medal, New York State Medal for Merit.

Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

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Local Residents Packing Joy For Needy Children SARATOGA SPRINGS COLLECTION SITE: New Life Fellowship 51 Old Gick Road Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Operating Hours: Mon. Nov. 18 - Fri. Nov. 22: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Sat. Nov. 23: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. Sun. Nov. 24: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Mon. Nov. 25: 9 a.m. 10 a.m.

NEARBY COLLECTION SITE:

Calvary’s Family Life Center 100 Sherman Avenue Glens Falls, NY 12801

Operating Hours: Mon. Nov. 18 - Fri. Nov. 22: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sat. Nov. 23: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sun. Nov. 24: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Mon. Nov. 25: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

For more information regarding these collection locations, call 1-800-567-8580.

The League of Women Voters Hosts Citizens United Forum

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County will host a Public Forum, “ Democracy in America: A Post- ‘Citizen United’ Agenda for Reform “ to discuss the impact of US Supreme Court rulings allowing ever greater sums of election campaign contributions to elections.

Bob Turner, Skidmore Government Department and Blair Horner, New York Public Interest Research Group, will each highlight their views from a national and state perspective, with potential reforms. This will be followed by an open discussion and a Question and Answer session with the audience.

Further details may be found at www.lwvsaratoga.org.

The Forum will be held at the Saratoga Springs Public Library, in the Dutcher Room, on Wednesday, November 20, 2013 from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. and is open to the public

SARATOGA SPRINGS — With holiday supplies already covering the store shelves, Saratoga Springs individuals, families, churches and groups are working to make Christmas a reality for needy kids around the world by filling shoeboxes with toys, school supplies, hygiene items and notes of encouragement. Operation Christmas Child, the world’s largest Christmas project of its kind, is ramping up as Saratoga Springs residents prepare to collect 800

gift-filled shoeboxes during National Collection Week from Nov. 18 to 25.

At this local collection site in the Saratoga Springs area, anyone can drop off a gift-filled shoebox to send to a child overseas. Then using whatever means necessary – trucks, trains, boats, bikes and even elephants – the shoebox gifts will be delivered to children worldwide. For many children, the shoebox gift will be the first gift they have ever received.

Operation Christmas Child has collected and delivered more than 100 million shoebox gifts to suffering children in more than 100 countries since 1993.

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Operation Christmas Child hopes to collect another 9.8 million gift-filled shoeboxes in 2013.

Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian relief and evangelism organization headed

by Franklin Graham.

For more information on how to participate in Operation Christmas Child, call (518) 4370690 or visit samaritanspurse. org. National Collection Week for gift-filled shoeboxes is Nov. 18-25.

However, shoebox gifts are collected all year at the Samaritan’s Purse headquarters in Boone, N.C. Participants can also build a box through an online tool offering a personalized and convenient way to send a gift to a child in one of the hardest-to-reach countries.

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Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

Wesley Community To Host National Memory Screening Day SARATOGA SPRINGS — As part of National Memory Screening Day - an annual initiative of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) — The Wesley Community in Saratoga Springs, NY, will offer free, confidential memory screenings on Tuesday, November 19.

Qualified healthcare professionals will administer the memory screenings and provide educational materials about memory concerns, brain health and caregiving. The face-to-face screenings consist of a series of questions and tasks and take five to 10 minutes to administer.

“Participating in National Memory Screening Day is just one more way that we can demonstrate our daily commitment to those afflicted with and affected by Alzheimer’s and related dementia,” said The Wesley Community Memory Care Program Manager Trudi Cholewinski. “We hope the free screenings provide one more way for us to raise awareness of these diseases and provide a crucial service to the community beyond our own residents and clients.”

Screenings will take place from 10 to 11 a.m.; 1 to 2

p.m. and 3 to 5 p.m. Individuals are also invited to attend special programming to support the day titled, “Normal Memory Loss vs. Dementia — When to Be Concerned” from 11 a.m. to noon and 2 to 3 p.m.

All screenings and programs will be held at Woodlawn Commons at 156 Lawrence Street. Refreshments will be served.

AFA suggests memory screenings for anyone concerned about memory loss or experiencing warning signs of dementia; whose family and friends have noticed changes in them; who believe they are at risk due to a family history of dementia; or who want to benchmark their current memory for future comparisons.

Screeners emphasize that results are not a diagnosis, and encourage individuals who score poorly as well as those who still have concerns to pursue a full medical examination.

Such screenings are becoming increasingly important as the number of Baby Boomers turning age 65 — the at-risk age group for Alzheimer’s disease — continues to climb. The federal government’s historic “National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s

Disease” urges a greater emphasis on both early diagnosis and education about Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

However, an AFA survey of 2010 National Memory Screening Day participants found that 92 percent of those polled had never been given a screening by their primary healthcare provider; and 83 percent who were worried about their memory had not discussed their concerns with a healthcare provider.

“Brain health should be on everyone’s radar screen, especially as you age. Memory screenings are a first but critical step toward finding out where you stand now and what additional steps you might need to take,” said Carol Steinberg, president of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.

Some memory problems, like those caused by vitamin deficiencies or thyroid issues, are readily treatable and even curable. Others might be due to Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Although there currently is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, early intervention can improve the quality of an individual’s life; available medications may help slow progression of symptoms

and diagnosed individuals can more readily participate in longterm care planning.

Warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease include forgetting people’s names and events, asking repetitive questions, loss of verbal or written skills, confusion and personality changes.

Dubbed by many as a “silver tsunami,” the number of Americans with Alzheimer’s disease is expected to triple to 13.8 million by mid-century.

Advanced age is the greatest known risk factor for the disease, which results in loss of memory and other intellectual functions, and is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States.

For more information about National Memory Screening Day, call (toll free) 866-2328484 or visitwww.nationalmemoryscreening.org.

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

Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

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Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

Market Collecting Donations For Local Food Pantries

SARATOGA SPRINGS – In an effort to help local individuals and families struggling with food insecurity, and to help counteract recent cutbacks in federal food assistance programs, Saratoga Farmers’ Market will collect food donations every week for local food pantries beginning on Saturday, November 16.

The Saturday market is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. now through April at the Lincoln Baths building in Saratoga Spa State Park, 65 South Broadway. Beginning this weekend, customers are invited to bring donations of canned and dry goods to drop off, or purchase and donate non-perishable items at the market.

The market will deliver the weekly donations to a different area food pantry each month, beginning with Franklin Community Center for the month of November. The market will announce subsequent food pantries to receive donations each month.

In addition to delivering the food donations to area pantries, the market will work with pantry staff to help educate food recipients who may be unaware that their SNAP benefits (formerly known as food stamps) and WIC checks can be used at the market for the purchase of fresh food.

Public Assistance Programs Accepted at Saratoga Farmers’ Market Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Any person with an electronic benefits (EBT) swipe card through the SNAP program can purchase EBT tokens at the market’s main information table, where debit and credit card transactions are also processed. The EBT tokens can be used for any food stamp/SNAPeligible food item including produce, meat, cheese, dairy, baked goods wrapped for home consumption, jelly, honey, and more. (Nonfood items, food meant to be eaten on-site and hot foods cannot be purchased with EBT tokens.)

As an additional SNAP benefit for a few more weeks, a $2 “Fresh Connect” Coupon will be provided for every $5 increment of SNAP tokens purchased. The coupon

Curry Coleslaw Dressing This slightly sweet coleslaw dressing, seasoned with a bit of curry and celery seed, has a fantastic flavor that complements many fall dishes from roast pork to stewed chicken.

Use this dressing with any combination of shredded vegetables, such as cabbage*, kohlrabi* or carrots*, all of which are available at the market. Add a bit of chopped onion* or scallions* if you like. The dressing makes roughly 2 cups, which easily dresses 4-6 cups of slaw, though you should adjust the exact proportions to suit your own taste.

may be used for the same items as the SNAP program allows through November 30.

Women, Infants & Children (WIC) WIC recipients can use their monthly WIC vegetable and fruit checks (issued year-round) at designated WIC vendors in the market.

In addition, through November 30, the extra seasonal coupons issued by WIC as part of the “Farmers Market Nutrition Program” (FMNP) can also be used for the purchase of fresh fruits and vegetables. These FMNP coupons can be used at any participating produce vendor with an FMNP sign.

Yo! Gingerbread!

Ingredients

1/2 cup lemon juice or cider vinegar* 3/4 cup plain yogurt* 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 tsp curry 1 tsp celery seed * These items are available at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market

Directions

•Combine all ingredients and blend well. Pour over shredded or finely chopped vegetables, and allow to sit for 15-20 minutes before serving, or refrigerate until ready to serve.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Finally, we report that the new Winter Farmers’ Market was full of yummy treats, but a supreme pleasure was discovering the newest seasonal offering from the folks at Saratoga Peanut Butter Company.

Behold “Catch Me If You Can!” – a spicy gingerbread-like creation that just makes your tongue happy.

Ms. Kristen at the peanut butter marketing gallery explains: “You can certainly tell that it is

still peanut butter, but it is so much more. Think of it as spreadable gingerbread. We use molasses, crystallized ginger and our own secret blend of spices to create it.”

As far as unique applications she recommends, “Catch me is particularly amazing on apple slices or on graham crackers. It can also be folded into someone’s favorite quick bread recipe for a taste unlike anything you’ve ever tried.”

This seasonal flavor is somewhat

Seniors FMNP There is a seasonal program helping lower-income seniors with the purchase of fresh produce through Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) coupons. These coupons will be accepted through November 30 on fresh produce purchases, as well as at participating vendors with an FMNP sign.

exclusive. It hit shelves on November 1 and should be available through the holidays, but not much longer.

Currently, it is only being distributed at three winter farmers’ markets, including the Saratoga Winter Market on Saturdays. Distribution might be expanded, but not much.

“We try to keep its release to local shops,” Kristen said.

All of which means, catch “Catch Me If You Can!” while you can. Try to say that five times fast, with or without peanut butter in your mouth.

Find more mouth-watering legume concoctions at www.yopeanut.com.

- Arthur Gonick

Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

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Life After Adultery, Is Healing Possible?

by Meghan D. Lemery Saratoga TODAY One of the biggest reasons people seek counseling is to help them let go and forgive past hurts and offenses caused by the loved ones in their life. I often see people who have gone through adultery in their marriage and while they want to heal the relationship and move forward, they find it hard to forgive their partner for going outside of the relationship.

The anger, betrayal, hurt and confusion take over and while their partner may be remorseful and ready to heal the relationship, the person who was cheated on can’t let the offense go.

The fact is, when someone cheats in the relationship it has very little to do with their partner and everything to do with their character. It takes courage and vulnerability to let your partner know that you are no longer invested in the relationship.

To face this fact can seem overwhelming and terrifying and most people seek an escape through a fling or affair rather than confront the root of the problem.

Cheating is not the root of the problem, rather it is a symptom of a bigger problem that speaks to the disconnect in the relationship, and more importantly the disconnect to yourself and your conviction.

The only way you can truly heal and move forward is to recognize that the crisis taking place is a crisis in character, not the relationship.

I hear the phrase “I hate confrontation” a few times a week in my practice. Many people who look outside the relationship have massive difficulty confronting problems in their life.

Rarely is this difficulty limited

to relationships but it also seeps over into other areas of their life such as disappointment about their career, stress over finances or deep hurts rooted in a dysfunctional childhood.

Escape can come in many forms such as alcohol, drugs, porn, Facebook or another relationship. All of these things provide a numbing and escape from facing our problems. This escape provides us relief from the nagging feeling that something is very wrong in our lives. Rather than confront the problem, people seek ways to escape and numb the hurt. Adultery is one of the most common ways people seek to avoid the problems in their life.

Many people who have been the victim of adultery blame themselves for the situation. “I should have listened more, I knew we were disconnected, I didn’t try hard enough.” While all of these things may be true, you cannot be responsible for the actions of another person. You can only own your actions and your contribution to the disconnect of the relationship. When someone goes outside the relationship that is their choice and action. Do not make the mistake of blending the two together.

This will only lead to self loathing and confusion. Each party in the relationship must own their actions separately without blurring the act of adultery as equal blame.

It is possible to move beyond adultery but only when both parties are willing to take the steps necessary to heal the relationship and change the dysfunctional patterns that led to the demise of the relationship.

The first step is honesty. You have to search your heart and spirit and ask yourself if you want the relationship to work. If you are certain you want out have the courage to honor that certainty with yourself and your partner.

I see way too many couples who panic after an affair and both immediately enter a honeymoon phase to make things work. This action is almost always based out of fear not love. Decisions made from the basis of fear are always poor decisions. Have the courage to be honest with your partner about where you stand in committing to make things

work. You hurt your spouse much more by pretending to make things work than if you let them know you cannot continue the relationship. You also hold your spouse back from finding a partner who loves them and wants to share a committed partnership. When people say “I don’t want to hurt my spouse by leaving” what they really mean is “I’m afraid to be honest with myself and my spouse.”

This fear of confrontation only leads to more hurt and great pain for you and your family.

Before you make any decisions about your relationship be honest about where your heart is. Even if you feel confused and are not sure if you can make it work, be honest about that confusion and take the space you need to be certain about what you want.

Once you are clear about where you stand make a plan.

Many couples go through the crisis of adultery, enter a honeymoon period to make things work and go back to the normal routine. This is a recipe for disaster. The only way you can get through this process is to work with a trained professional to help you both deal with your feelings and help you get to higher ground. Making promises that you will never hurt your partner again are unrealistic and immature. Take a step back and formulate a specific plan of how you will move through the healing process.

It is possible to heal and move forward but only when

both partners are equally invested in continuing the relationship.

I often see couples who decide to stay together for the sake of the children. The fact is your children will be screwed up if you stay and screwed up if you leave. Take the path that makes you the best person you can be.

Being miserable in a marriage and staying for your children only models dysfunction, anger and misery. Even if you are “faking it” children intuitively know what the state of the marriage is.

You are not helping your kids by modeling disrespect and a lack of warmth, love and affection in your relationship.

I have worked with many couples who have survived adultery. The model for their success is the same in each success story.

The person who was cheated on refused to take responsibility for the act itself. They admitted their fault in the relationship but did not blame themselves for their spouse’s actions. The spouse who cheated admitted wrongdoing, remorse and clarity in wanting to move forward and heal the relationship.

Both chose to forgive and made a pact to move forward without dwelling on the past hurts and grievances.

I have worked with couples who fell in love again and moved

forward stronger than they ever were. It is possible.

I have also worked with couples who sought help after adultery and were unable to reconcile. This is usually because one partner is certain they don’t want to continue the relationship and fail to be honest about this decision.

You can’t help two people move forward when they are not on the same page. Do not make the mistake of forcing things to work if they are beyond repair.

Make a mutual decision that you are not on the same page and make a plan for an amicable split.

No matter what you decide to do, know that we are all worthy of love, acceptance, honesty and commitment. Choose the path that will honor and value this basic human need. Know that you are resilient and capable of forgiveness and healing.

Recognize that you are stronger and more courageous than you know. Even on your darkest day, the sun rises every single morning providing us with a chance to live each day anew.

Wishing you honest, healthy relationships today and always.

Ms. Lemery is a psychotherapist practicing in Glens Falls and Saratoga Springs, N.Y. email meghanlemery@yahoo or visit Meghanlemery.com for more information.

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Publication Day: Friday

Ad Copy Due:

Classified marketplace classified@saratogapublishing.com

Wednesday, noon

Space Reservation Due: Monday, 5 p.m.

Call (518) 581-2480 x204 ADOPTION

HELP WANTED

MISCELLANEOUS

ADOPTION: Childless, loving couple pray to adopt. Stay at home mom, successful dad, great dogs & devoted grandparents. Legally allowed expenses paid. Bill & Debbie (800) 311-6090

AIRLINE CAREERS begin here– Get FAA approved Aviation Maintenance Technician training.

Financial aid for qualified students– Housing available.

Job placement assistance.

Call AIM (866) 296-7093

DIVORCE $349 ‐ Uncontested divorce papers prepared. Includes poor person application/waives government fees, if approved. One signature required. Separation agreements available. Make Divorce Easy (518) 274‐0380.

FOR RENT

ADOPT: Looking to adopt another little miracle, giving our daughter a sibling/best friend and completing our family. Contact Robin and Neil: 866‐303‐0668, www.rnladopt.info

Health IF YOU USED THE MIRENA IUD between 2001‐present and suffered perforation or embedment in the uterus requiring surgical removal, or had a child born with birth defects you may be entitled to compensation. Call Johnson Law and speak with female staff members (800) 535‐5727

FOR SALE GETAWAY CABIN 5 acres‐ $59,900 3,000 acres State Land, snowmobile trail, 2 hours NYC, 1/2 hour Albany! Additional land also available! NO CLOSING COSTS! Call: (888) 905‐8847 www.NewYorkLandandLakes.com

MISCELLANEOUS CASH for Coins! Buying ALL Gold & Silver. Also Stamps & Paper Money, Entire Collections, Estates. Travel to your home.

Call Marc in NY (800) 959‐3419

Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

Donate your car to Wheels For Wishes, benefiting Make‐A‐Wish.

We offer free towing and your donation is 100% tax deductible.

Call (518) 650‐1110 Today!

FOR SALE FLORIDA WATERFRONT CONDO LIQUIDATION SALE! Sat Nov 23rd Brand new 2BR/2BA 1,690sf luxury condo only $149,900 Originally under contract for $365,000.

Near downtown Orlando & all theme parks/attractions. Must see.

Call now (877) 333‐0272, x 165 CATSKILL MOUNTAIN MINI FARM! 35 acres‐ $149,900 Farmhouse, barn, pond, stream, springs, gorgeous views! Near Delhi, less than 3hrs NYC! Owner terms available! (888) 479‐3394 www.NewYorkLandandLakes.com TIMBERLAND INVESTMENT! 60 acres‐ $99,900 Guaranteed income, adjoins State Land, nice views, stonewalls, 2 hours NYC, ½ hour Albany!

NO CLOSING COSTS! Call (888) 701‐7509 www.

NewYorkLandandLakes.com

SITUATIONS WANTED Loving Care Giver – I will care for your “special person” plus will do all household duties. Ex. Ref. Call 728-6148 to discuss details.

BUYING/SELLING SAWMILLS from only $4897.00‐ MAKE & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill‐ Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com (800) 578‐1363 Ext.300N

AUCTIONS Buy or sell at AARauctions.com.

Contents of homes, businesses, vehicles and real estate.

Bid NOW! AARauctions.com Lights, Camera, Auction. No longer the best kept secret.

HOME IMPROVEMENT HAS YOUR BUILDING SHIFTED OR SETTLED? Contact Woodford Brothers Inc, for straightening, leveling, foundation and wood frame repairs at (800) OLD-BARN. www.woodfordbros.com.

“Not applicable in Queens county”

Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

fun and games

Puzzles Across 1 In short supply 6 Basics for Dick and Jane 10 XT computers 14 Mandel of “America’s Got Talent” 15 Actress Lollobrigida 16 “La maja desnuda” artist 17 Primary artery 18 First name in advice 19 Baseball’s Hershiser 20 Amt. 21 Playskool’s Rocktivity products, e.g.

24 Mugs, e.g.

25 Old British coin 26 Clinic helper 31 Big concert setting 32 Gambler’s IOU 33 Lawyers’ org.

36 Peer pruriently at 37 Kermit’s color 39 Coffee-brewing choice 40 Boozer 41 High-fiber food 42 Longtime “Masterpiece Theater” host Alistair 43 Decree that spells things out 46 Nighttime shindig 49 TV warrior princess 50 One’s toughest critics, often, and, literally, three different words hidden in 21-, 26- and 43-Across 53 Internet letters 56 Uses a straw 57 Fairy tale start 58 D-Day beach 60 Promote big-time 61 Slangy turnarounds 62 Poe’s “ebony bird” 63 Tiny hill builders 64 Criteria: Abbr.

65 Trapped on a branch Down 1 Cager-turned-rapper O’Neal, familiarly 2 Old grump 3 Haywire 4 “Picked” complaint 5 Olympians in red, white and blue 6 Andre of tennis

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Complete the grid so each row, column and 3-by-3 box (in bold borders) contains every digit, 1 to 9. For strategies on how to solve Sudoku, visit www.sudoku.org.uk SOLUTION TO SATURDAY’S PUZZLE

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7 Netanyahu of Israel, familiarly 8 “Squawk on the Street” airer 9 “Huh?” 10 Outfielder’s cry 11 B in chemistry 12 “Poppycock!”

13 Doritos scoopful 22 “What can Brown do for you?” shipping co.

23 Manhattan’s __-Fontanne Theatre 24 Mr. Peanut prop 26 Vietnam neighbor 27 Golden Fleece vessel 28 Suspenders alternative 29 What a hound follows 30 With 53-Down, stadium fans’ rhythmic motion 33 Yankee infielder, to fans 34 Ride the Harley

© 2013 The Mepham Group. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency. All rights reserved.

See puzzle solution on page 28 35 Copycat 37 Heartrending 38 Scavenging pest 39 Cartoon explorer 41 Uncle Remus’s __ Fox 42 Monarch’s spouse 43 Tears (away) from 44 Superabundance 45 Maiden name intro 46 Slangy sibling 47 Bulb in a garden 48 Addition to the conversation 51 Attending to a task 52 Like some coffee or tea 53 See 30-Down 54 Roller coaster cry 55 Hand-held scanner 59 Vandalize

Writing the Right Word by Dave Dowling Accuracy in word choice is a key to effective communication. This quick weekly tip will help you filter the confusion in some of our daily word choices.

Quash, Squash Quash, which typically refers to legal action, means to annul or invalidate.

Censorship rules permit the authorities to quash almost anything.

Squash means to crush, squeeze, or suppress.

If they had aspirations of winning, their efforts were squashed.

Dave Dowling is the author of the The Wrong Word Dictionary and The Dictionary of Worthless Words. Signed copies are available for purchase at the gifts and home goods store, Homessence on Broadway in Saratoga Springs.

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At The Mill Friday, Caroline St. Pub Saturday

Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

week of 11/15-11/21 friday, 11/15:

saturday, 11/16:

Jilson Quartet, 9 pm

Betsy & The Byegones, 8:30 pm

@ 9 Maple Avenue - 583.2582

Robert Pulsifer, 9 pm @ Bailey’s - 583.6060

Gravity, 9 pm @ Bentley’s - 899.4300

Greg Klyma, 8 pm @ Caffè Lena - 583.0022

Kings English, 10 pm @ Caroline St. Pub - 583.9400

Rick Bolton + Jeff Walton, 5 pm Awesome!, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s - 583.7359

Radio Junkies, 8:30 pm @ Irish Times - 583.0003

Jeff Brisbin, 7 pm @ Maestros - 580.0312

Crossfire, 9 pm

@ Ravenswood - 271.8771

On Your Mark, 9 pm @ The Mill - 899.5253

Forthlin Road, 9 pm @ The Parting Glass - 583.1916

Andy Iorio, 6:30 pm

@ Primelive Ultra Lounge - 583.4563

DJ Darik, 8 pm

@ The Rusty Nail - 371.9875

sunday, 11/17: Annalivia/The Honey Dewdrops, 3 pm @ Caffè Lena - 583.0022

The Gibson Brothers, 7 pm @ Lillian’s - 587.7766

@ The Mill - 899.5253

monday, 11/18:

Big Medicine, 9 pm

Chris Carey/Tim Wechgelaer, 7 pm

@ The Parting Glass - 583.1916

George Giroux, 6:30 pm

@ One Caroline - 587.2026

@ Primelive Ultra Lounge - 583.4563

tuesday, 11/19:

Black Mtn, Symphony, 9 pm

Rich Ortiz, 10 pm

@ Putnam Den - 584.8066

@ Caroline St. Pub - 583.9400

Just Nate, 8 pm

Open Mic w/Rick Bolton, 9 pm

3 To Get Ready, 8:30 pm

Jeff Brisbin, 7 pm

Rich Ortiz, 6 pm

wednesday, 11/20:

Grand Central Station, 8 pm

Jeff Walton, 7 pm

@ Ravenswood - 371.8771

@ The Rusty Nail - 371.9875

@ The Saratoga Winery - 584.9463

@ Gaffney’s - 587.7359 @ Maestros - 580.0312

@ Vapor - 792.8282

@ Maestros - 580.0312

saturday, 11/16:

@ Caffè Lena - 583.0022

Pat Attanasio Group, 9 pm @ 9 Maple Avenue - 583.2582

Ubuntu, 9 pm @ Bailey’s - 583.6060

Sugar Pill, 9 pm @ Bentley’s - 899.4300

Gravity, 10 pm @ Caroline St. Pub - 583.9400

Roy Book Binder, 8 pm @ Caffè Lena - 583.0022

Karaoke, 10 pm @ Circus Cafe - 583.1106

Acoustic Circus, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s - 583.7359

Master Cylinders, 9:30 pm @ Irish Times - 583.0003

Ria Curley & The Nu-Soul Jazz Players, 7 pm @ Inn at Saratoga- 583.1890

Skidmore Small Jazz Ensembles, 7 pm Masters of Nostalgia, 9 pm @ One Caroline - 587.2026

Celtic Jam, 7 pm

@ The Parting Glass - 583.1916

thursday, 11/21: The Stray Birds/Dietrich Strause, 8 pm @ Caffè Lena - 583.0022

Jeff Brisbin, 7 pm @ Crown Grill - 583.1105

Justin Joyner, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s - 583.7359

Steve Candlen, 7 pm @ Maestros - 580.0312

Celtic Jam, 7 pm

@ The Parting Glass - 583.1916

Jeff Walton Group, 6 pm @ Horseshoe Inn - 587.4909

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The Best In The Business At the Top of Their Game

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Well, really all you have to do is read the headline and you know the story, but they pay me to write so let me prove my case.

Ladies and gents, The Gibson Brothers are the reigning two-time champions in their field, recipients of both the 2012

and 2013 International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Entertainer of the Year Award.

That’s the one that they announce at the end of the show, by the way.

Not enough to get you off the couch? Let’s try their other awards from just the most recent IBMA: - Best Vocal Group - Best Song – “They Called it Music” - Best Songwriter – Eric Gibson

If that doesn’t clinch the deal, how about the fact that The Gibson Brothers are homegrown with roots in both the Adirondack and Saratoga regions before touring worldwide and leaving an entire genre in their wake.

The Gibson Brothers are too nice and grateful to say something like that of course, but it’s true.

I’m nice but not that nice, so I’ll put it another way:

There is no more accomplished music group of any genre since well, whenever, that hails from our region.

And you have the opportunity to see them on Sunday.

If you need any further evidence, or just would like to enjoy perusing through their many awards, eleven albums (the latest having the title track – “They Called it Music” – which won the

Song of the Year award) or other accolades simply visit www.gibsonbrothers.com.

The fact is you can sometimes spend pages and pages and thousands of words to try and make your point. When talking about The Gibson Brothers, I only need eleven: The best in the business. At the top of their game.

Case closed.

The gibson Brothers

The Gibson Brothers at 2013 IBMA awards.

Lillian’s Restaurant Diamond Jim Brady Room 408 Broadway Saratoga Springs Sunday, November 17 at 7 p.m.

Tickets: $25 available now at Saratoga Guitar 492 Broadway and 60 West Avenue Charge by Phone: (518) 581-1604

Moose Loose on Henry Street SARATOGA SPRINGS — There should be quite a spectacle on Saturday, November 16 at the Paint and Sip Studio (80 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs) as author Vicki Addesso Dodd and illustrator Patrick Janowski officially release their latest collaboration, “A Moose in My Stable.”

Based on an actual moose sighting at Saratoga Race Course in 2009, “A Moose in my Stable” is a playful story about a moose wandering onto a farm at the famous track and finding it so inviting, he squeezed his moosely self into the stall belonging to a Thoroughbred. Yet he soon

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realized that with antlers it was quite the snug fit and he couldn’t get out! Will his new friend the race horse help save the day?

These and other exciting questions will be answered as Paint and Sip hosts an event with

On Stage at the historic Ryman Auditorium.

both moose and horse available for book signings and photo ops, followed by a painting class. I intend to stop by just to see how a moose grips a palette in his hoof.

The public is invited to the family-friendly fun beginning at 2:30 p.m. The event will also include a demonstration by Patrick illustrating how he brings his characters to life.

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Broadway Veteran and Local Voice Combine continued from page 23

Ohhh Donna!

SALEM — The Fort Salem Theater’s cabaret series continues on Saturday, November 16, at 8 p.m. when they welcomes a return engagement of Broadway performer Bill Carmichael for an evening of love songs entitled “Everybody Loves a Lover.”

Carmichael will introduce

his special guest, Clifton Park native Heather-Liz Copps, who has just finished a run in the Not So Common Players’ production of “The Secret Garden.”

“There’s no producer in the area that passes up the chance to book Carmichael,” said Jay Kerr, Fort Salem’s artistic director. “The trick is snagging

him before someone else does.”

You can snag tickets for $25 each, which includes coffee and dessert. Reservations are suggested and can be made by phoning (518) 854-9200. You can view the theatre’s entire season of programming at www.fortsalemtheater.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Our friend Jenn at the Paddock Lounge (6 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs) invites one and all to the lounge’s first “dueling piano” event this Friday, November 15 from 8 to 11 p.m.

If you’ve never seen this Las Vegas-style event, you are in for a real treat. Combining showmanship, polish and verve,

the dueling pianists whip each other (and the crowd) into feverish rejoinder after rejoinder — if done right, you literally will not believe your eyes.

This note brought back memories of the first time I had ever seen this art form several years ago. At the time, I was on vacation in Fort Lauderdale and was treated to an act called

Mark and Clark, twins on twin pianos. Check out this YouTube video and you’ll get the idea why you should put this on your itinerary: www.youtube.com/ watch?v=eiFfrqdQWaE .

If that doesn’t clinch the deal, check your pulse — there may be an issue. Call the Paddock Lounge at (518) 330-2426 for more information.

88 Keys x 2 = Frenzy SARATOGA SPRINGS — One of the coolest things about this town particularly in the cyber-age is that you can discover that people of international acclaim can choose to make their residence here.

One such person is Ms. Donna Talley. Donna is a muchin-demand story producer, photo stylist and project designer whose work has appeared in more than 250 stories in the top shelter magazines in the

country including “Better Homes & Gardens,” which was the subject of a profile in our magazine in 2010.

The multi-talented Ms. Talley will be presenting a collection of sketches and watercolors celebrating the female form at a showcase next Wednesday, November 20 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Torso Lingerie Studio, 24 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs.

Anything Donna Talley associates herself with is nothing less than excellent. End of story.

Dream Weavers

and purchase a tremendous variety of hand woven items, from houseCOLONIE — The Hudson- wares such as wall hangings, rugs and Mohawk Weavers’ Guild celebrates a table linens to one-of-a-kind wearable major milestone in 2013 as it holds its items such as scarves, shawls and jack35th Annual Show and Sale. This yearly ets. Holiday gifts including cards and event returns to the historic Pruyn ornaments are also available.

House, 207 Old Niskayuna Road, Admission and parking are free.

Colonie from Thursday, November Visitors can watch fashion shows 21 through Sunday, November 24. featuring hand woven fashions and Every year on the weekend before observe demonstrations of hand Thanksgiving, the Guild transforms weaving and spinning. For event the Pruyn House into an exhibit hours and other information, visit space. The public is invited to view www.hmwg.org.

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Beatlemore Skidmania 13: Celebrating 50 Years of Fervor

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The phenomenon known as Beatlemania followed the 1963 release of two albums and four singles by the Beatles, who were poised 50 years ago to rock the world.

Skidmore College musicians will perform those early tunes during Beatlemore Skidmania 13 on Friday and Saturday, November 22 and 23 in the Arthur Zankel Music Center.

The show features a mix of a cappella groups, rock bands and acoustic acts, as well as their often strikingly original interpretations of Beatles repertoire.

In other words, they’ll be

sending all their loving to you.

Performances are scheduled at 8 p.m. November 22, and at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. November 23.

Tickets are $8 adults, $5 seniors and Skidmore community, $3 for students and children. For information and to order tickets visit www.skidmore.edu/zankel/.

The Saturday night show is for the Skidmore community only. The other two shows are open to the general public.

The music this year will feature selections from the albums “Please Please Me” and “With the Beatles”, including the hit singles: “Please Please Me,” “With Love from Me to You,” “She Loves You” and “I Want to Hold Your Hand.”

“Beatlemore 13, in recognition of the 15th anniversary of the rise of Beatlemania in the

UK and the release of “With the Beatles”, features a repertoire that comes entirely from 1963, revealing the Beatles to be devotees of Motown, R&B, rock and roll and even show tunes.”, Skidmore Music Professor Gordon Thompson said. “In one of the great ironies of the 60s, the release date (22 November 1963) was also the day of JFK’s assassination. We will acknowledge that anniversary even as we celebrate the promise and energy of youth.”

Thompson, an expert on British pop music, has led each Beatlemore concert since its inception.

“It began when students in my 2001 Beatles seminar asked to put on a collective performance of some of the music we had been studying. In a few short years, the event became

one of the most anticipated of the year, with audiences exceeding capacity during the years we performed in Filene Recital Hall,” Thompson said.

In recent years, there has also been a live stream on the Skidmore website to reach alumni around the world.

The proceeds of the ticket, poster and T-shirt sales on Friday night and Saturday afternoon go to Skidmore Cares. Thompson said that it has been impressive

to see how strongly the student coordinators embrace this aspect of the event.

“They see raising money to support regional school children, a rape and domestic-violence crisis center, a hospice, and other programs as doing something great for the community,” he noted.

The proceeds from Saturday night’s Skidmore show will contribute to student financial aid at the college.

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Saratoga YMCA Lends A Helping Hand to Franklin’s Food Pantry

Take a look at this week’s newest club members!

Gianna

Jayden

Miranda

For the first time in more than 10 years, the Franklin Community Center’s food pantry completely ran out of pasta.

Luckily, the Saratoga Regional YMCA van pulled up in the nick of time to replenish the empty shelves with nonperishable items. Franklin has seen a huge increase in the need for food and hygiene products over the past few years and the need is only continuing to grow. The YMCA’s Saratoga Springs Branch has stepped up and become a collection site for the community center, providing not only food for the pantry, but allowing their members and staff an easy and convenient way to help out their neighbors. Donations of nonperishable food can be dropped off at the office on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Engagement

Christine Croft and Daniel Smith Lydia

Nola

Tooth Fairy Club is sponsored by:

Nicole M. Byrne, D.M.D Pediatric Dentistry 659 Saratoga Road Gansevoort, New York 12831 (518) 226-6010

Elizabeth and Thomas Croft of Mayfield, NY are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter Christine Croft to Daniel Smith, son of Rosemary and Terry Smith of Amsterdam. Christine is a 2008 graduate of Fulton Montgomery Community College and 2010 graduate of Empire State College, majoring in business and marketing. Daniel is a 2006 graduate of Clarkson University with a mechanical engineering degree. Christine and Daniel met through mutual friends at a rock concert in 2009 and have been inseperable ever since. Daniel and Christine currently work and reside in Saratoga County.

Their wedding is planned for November of next year.

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The Boys Are Back: Spartans Volleyball Starts Pool Play Today

by Brian Cremo Saratoga TODAY GLENS FALLS — The Burnt Hills varsity boys volleyball team starts pool play at the Glens Falls Civic Center today for a chance at the program’s first Division II state title since 2007.

After entering the season with a lot of questions and having one of their top players, Sam Pelton, miss most of the season because of a muscle pull in his stomach, the Spartans have still shown that they are back.

Head coach Paul Sander, who is in his 14th season as head coach of the boys, remembers winning the title in 2007 at Shenendehowa and has recognized the key pieces that have put his team in the position to be amongst the last three standing.

“There was a lot uncertain about this team going into the season,” Sander said. “Both of our middles are new to the game. One is in his first year and the other played half a season last year.

To watch those two middles grasp the sport very quickly has made such a big difference. The point is, they’re still learning. They haven’t peaked. That made us competitive right there. That really solidified the team.”

Those two are Austin Nydegger and Riley Hynes, who have more than answered any preseason questions along with setter Cody Pearce, who was asked to quarterback the team this year

as a sophomore.

Pearce has solidified himself as a consistent presence both on the field of play and on the stat sheet and has continued to prove himself throughout the postseason.

Last Saturday, against Jamesville DeWitt at Cicero North Syracuse High School in the Division II regional finals, Pearce was an offensive catalyst for the Spartans. Aside from his assists, he had 12 consecutive service points in the final set to seal the 3-0 sweep, as the Spartans won 25-20, 25-15, 25-10. He also finished the match with two aces. “[Pearce] has been a steady setter for us,” Sander said “He’s always been able to distribute throughout different locations, spreading the defense out and giving everyone a good opportunity by, keeping the defense guessing.”

One thing Burnt Hills will have to avoid today is getting out to a slow start. Although the last matchup was 3-0 sweep, the Spartans came out of the gates slow against the Red Rams, trailing 10-9 early.

“They came out a little bit tight, but they were able to loosen up,” Sander said. “Hopefully it just builds their confidence and we don’t get off to a slow start like that Friday. It’s just a matter of getting used to playing in the postseason.”

After a dominating six year stretch, the Spartans have missed the playoffs entirely the last three seasons,

making this year that much sweeter for Sander.

“It is special for me because I don’t have anyone who was there the last time in 2009, but they hear about the stories,” Sander said.

Those stories include six consecutive undefeated seasons and a 133match winning streak at one point.

One of the other keys for the Spartans has been the return of Pelton this postseason. Before his injury in the beginning of October, he was leading the team in kills. Although he’s not fully healthy, he will again be joining the 12-man roster against the other two teams in pool play: Victor and Bellmore.

“You haven’t seen his name because he’s been hurt, but he’s the one who can make a difference,” Sander said. “He’s not 100 percent, but what he does offer is a help.”

Drew Haughey is another asset to the team who has gone under the. The defender, and co-captain with Pelton, is another impact player the Spartans will be relying on, especially against defending champion Bellmore who returns last year’s state tournament MVP Gary Anderson.

Burnt Hills played against the other team, Victor, back on Columbus Day in Rochester and lost a close game in a one-set format, 25-22.

Today’s pool play includes each team playing against the other for

Saratoga XC Looks For Back-to-Back Titles SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs boys and girls cross country teams both have a shot at back-to-back years of New York State Federation Championship titles, as they go to Bowdoin Park this Saturday.

The top seven seven runners from both teams will face the best runners from New York state, with the top two teams earning a spot in Nike Regionals on November 30.

The best teams from regionals go

on to the December 7 Nike National Championships in Oregon.

The Burnt Hills boys will also be competing this weekend after finishing fourth at states, just behind Saratoga Springs.

The girls placed second at last weekend’s state meet, while Samantha Vetter finished in 19th place as the only Saratoga Springs representative in the top 20, although the team had girls who set

personal best times.

For the boys, Aidan Tooker, Jay Navin, Joe Verro and Brent Frestone set personal records in Queensbury last week. Tooker finished in sixth place with a time of 15:16.6, while Navin finished in 14th. Verro and Freestone rounded out the top 20 at 19 and 20, respectively.

On Saturday, the girls’ race starts at 12:15 p.m. and the boys’ race begins at 1 p.m.

(Pictured above) Will Messier, Ethan North, Jay Navin, Brent Freestone, Aidan Tooker, Joe Verro and Chris Edwards are headed to Bowdoin Park. Photo by MarkBolles.com

two sets each to 25, while the top two overall records advance to play in the championship at 6 p.m. In the case of a tiebreaker between second and third place, another game would be played.

Opening ceremonies today are at 1:30 p.m. with pool play starting after.

The Burnt Hills girls will begin their pool play for the Class A championship on Saturday against Pittsford Sutherland, Kings Park and Cornwall at the Civic Center, starting at 8:30 a.m.

The girls’ championship match is set to be played Sunday at 10 a.m.

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Community Sports Bulletin Lambert, Bogdan Inducted Into Hall of Fame

(l-r) Bob Bogdan, Jay Marra and Phonsey Lambert receive their awards at the 2013 NYS Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony, November 10. Photo provided.

TROY—The New York State Baseball Hall of Fame held its third annual induction ceremony this past Sunday, November 10 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Troy.

Among the inductees were three of the most successful high school coaches in the area: Bob Bogdan of South Glens Falls High School, Jay Marra of Queensbury High School and Phonsey Lambert of Saratoga Central Catholic High School.

The three coaches have combined for 1,372 wins and 18 Sectional Championships. They were inducted along with pro-baseball legends like Ralph Branca, Ed Kranepool, Lou Whitaker, Craig Biggio and the late Pat Simmons of Watervliet, who pitched for the Red Sox in 1928 and once struck out Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig in consecutive at-bats.

Saratoga Central Catholic’s Dale Long, Jr., who has coached with Lambert since 2005, was also inducted.

National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame Announces Winter Hours

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday through December 28.

The Museum will be closed for renovations from December 30 through March 18, 2014. The Museum will reopen March 19 and be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday through April 21.

Museum Hours: Up to December 29: Wednesday to Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sunday noon to 4 p.m.

December 30–March 18: Closed for renovations March 19–April 21: Wednesday to Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sunday noon to 4 p.m.

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

Spartans Make Trip to Final Four

BURNT HILLS — Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake field hockey earned a spot in the Class B state semifinals after a 1-0 double-overtime win over Section III’s East Syracuse-Minoa, November 9 at Cicero-North Syracuse High School.

Senior Nicole Beardsley followed sophomore teammate Elise Zwicklbauer’s shot that passed ESM goalie Rachel Aird for the game’s lone goal with less than three minutes remaining in the second overtime.

Meghan Largo. Photo by MarkBolles.com Going into the game against ESM, Zwicklbauer had scored eight goals in the Spartan’s playoff run.

The Burnt Hills defense contained ESM senior Amy Loder for the shutout, helping preserve the win that propelled the Spartans into the Final Four against Section V Brighton, who beat Section VI Amherst Central, 2-0.

That game is set to be played Saturday, November 16 at 11:30 a.m. at Cicero-North Syracuse High School for a chance to play the winner of Section I Lakeland and Section IV Vestal, Sunday at 10 a.m.

Thoroughbreds Earn NCAA Tourney Bye

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana — Skidmore College field hockey received a firstround bye as the No. 6 seed in the NCAA Division III tournament that began Wednesday.

Skidmore will play the winner of Gordon College and Keene State, Saturday at 2 p.m. at Middlebury College.

As the field of 24 dwindles down, the regional final is set for Sunday with the winner advancing to the Final Four at Old Dominion University on November 22.

The Thoroughbreds (17-3) are currently riding an eight-game win streak and defeated William Smith, 4-3, in the Liberty League championship game to ensure the program’s seventh straight tournament bid.

Liberty League Player of the Year, Kelly Blackhurst, is leading Skidmore in scoring with 26 goals and 13 assists for 65 points. The dominating season has helped push the senior to eighth on the NCAA III all-time career points list (250 career points, 99 goals, 52 assists).

Last season, Middlebury defeated Skidmore in the second round of the tournament. This season, No. 3 Middlebury will start by playing the winner of Castleton and Utica.

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Kelly Blackhurst, Photo courtesy of Skidmore Athletics

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Spartans Eye First Finals Berth In 10 Years

by Brian Cremo Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake head coach Brian Bold has made it to the Class A state semifinals seven times in his nine seasons coaching the team. A Spartans win this Saturday would put them in the finals for the first time since 2003.

To do that, they will have to go through the No. 2 team in the state, Long Island’s Garden City, who ousted Burnt Hills, 2-1, in the Final Four en route to their last state championship in 2010.

“Their style of play was pretty quick, pretty physical and very direct,” Bold said. “In my homework that I’m doing, that style of play is still their style. We expect to see what we see in the Suburban Council—at that level or higher. I believe Long Island has one of the best leagues down there, but I also believe the Suburban Council is one of the best leagues in the state.”

While the Suburban was a grind for the Spartans, who were unable to win more than two regular season games in a row, the team hit a turning point on October 19 against Niskayuna.

After losing to the Silver Warriors in September, 4-0, Burnt Hills responded with a 2-0 win in the regular-season finale. It was the only time the prominent Niskayuna offense was held scoreless this season, except for their regional loss to Cicero North Syracuse last Saturday.

“It was like the lights came on for us that day,” Bold said. “Everything sort of came together. We had pockets of

greatness throughout our season. The night against Niskayuna, all those little pockets came together as a whole.”

It was also the first of the Spartans’ current six-game winning streak that claimed yet another Section II Class A title and the chance to reach the finals on the 10-year anniversary of the program’s last state championship.

“The learning curve of this season has been a little bit longer, but we are a completely different team between now and then,” Bold said. “We’ve moved kids around, our back four is finally settled in, we’re a completely different working team, we have a winning personality and we have kids right where they need to be. They understand their role and we’re peaking right now.”

Bold had to puzzle the pieces together all season. Moving Angelina Giorgio from midfield to the back and putting Kylee Babcock at right back, in the second half of the season, to join Michael Hitt and Eleanor Muller at center back and left back, respectively, has paid dividends.

The Spartans have nine shutouts in 2013. Eight of them have come in the season’s second half, including three of the team’s last four playoff games.

The decision to take Meghan Malone away from playing up front with the school’s all-time leader in goals and assists, Morgan Burchhardt, may have been the most pivotal move of them all. After playing the two sideby-side last year, the move was made to take further advantage of Malone’s physical presence and athleticism. “[Malone]’s a junior who plays

like a senior because she’s had so many years of experience,” Bold said. “She’s an absolute leader in the midfield.

This year she’s really become vocal in demanding things and expectations.

Meghan was originally a target striker.

We wanted her to touch the ball more.

She has grown and matured in that role and is really taking on the personality of an attacking central midfielder.”

The coaching moves don’t end there. Splitting time between sophomore goalkeepers Haley Schultz and Erin Petrillose, with Petrillose starting games and Schultz finishing, has been both a “luxury” and “blessing” for Bold.

But throughout the postseason, the two have played based on the opponent’s offensive style.

“They both have their strengths and both have their weakness,” Bold said. “If I could push them together to be one goalkeeper, they’d probably be one of the best keepers in the state.

We’ve been moving them around based on what we need.”

In a rematch of last season’s regional loss, the Spartans’ win against Section III Jamesville-DeWitt came down to penalty kicks. Schultz was inserted between the posts, making three straight saves and getting her hand on a fourth to ensure the win.

“Last year, that game showed us how cruel soccer could be,” Bold said.

“We out-shot them. We did everything we could do, but we could not score. I think the kids that returned had a bitter taste in their mouth from last year’s match and wanted this one on their home turf.”

After taking the next game 5-0 over Peru, the Spartans continued

(l-r) Erin Petrillose, Meghan Malone, Haley Schultz, Kylee Babcock, Angelina Giogio and the rest of the Spartans will play Garden City in the state semifinals on Saturday. Photo by MarkBolles.com

what has been a dominant Section II run since Bold has been head coach.

In that time, they have never lost a playoff game at Stillwater. In fact, they have never lost in the postseason in Section II in the last nine years. The only losses have come in the state tournament and in last year’s regional play.

But although Bold was on the 2003 team that won the Class A state tournament, as an assistant coach, and has said he’s been fortunate to get this far before, this weekend’s game is one he has never won.

“For our program, it would mean a great deal because there was a great deal of kids in my nine years here that have worked very hard and come very close, so I think for our program and past players it would be a rewarding thing because we’ve been so close and

it would be a relief,” Bold said. “I would like to get one. You go and work hard and get so close. Everybody knows this time of year you have to be good, but you also have to be a little lucky and we’re hoping that these two things are in our favor this weekend. I’d like to look back on it and say, ‘We finally got one in 2013.’”

As Garden City makes its second trip to Cortland for states in the last four years, the No. 3 ranked Spartans will have their hands full.

The winner of Saturday’s game, which starts at 5 p.m. at Tompkins-Cortland Community College, will play the winner of Section IX’s Goshen Central and No. 1 ranked Honeoye Falls Lima (Section V), who is undefeated.

The championship game will be at SUNY Cortland, Sunday at 2 p.m.

Saratoga TODAY'S Star Athletes Brock Bakewell

Photo courtesy of Skidmore Athletics.

Skidmore • Junior• Forward Brock Bakewell earned All-Liberty League First team accolades this week, after a season when he led his team in scoring.

Bakewell, who made the All-Liberty League Honorable Mention in 2012, had 12 goals this season, finishing tied for first in the Liberty League. He was also tied for clutch, game-winning goals with five and was the conference’s Offensive Performer of the Week twice. He was also named the ECAC Upstate Offensive Player of the Week on October 27.

The junior forward from Tucson, Arizona has steadily improved in each of his three seasons as a Thoroughbred (four goals in 2011, seven goals in 2012) and helped take Skidmore (5-2-1 Liberty League, 12-6-2 overall) to the conference championship in a loss to St. Lawrence on November 9 this season.

Chloe Boutelle

St. Michael’s • Junior • X-Country Saratoga Springs graduate Chloe Boutelle made Saint Michael’s College history by becoming the first Purple Knight female to qualify for the NCAA Championship.

Boutelle placed seventh, during the NCAA East Regional Championship on Saturday, November 9, leading the Purple Knight women, who took fourth place among 26 schools.

The finish was also the best finish in program history, while the team narrowly missed the first team bid to the national meet.

The top three runners whose teams didn’t qualify for the NCAA Championship each earned a spot at NCAAs, with Boutelle trailing only one runner apiece from Adelphi University and American International College in the bid to make nationals.

Boutelle will compete in the NCAA Championship in Spokane, Washington on November 23.

Photo by Joe Connelly.

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New NCAA Rules Will Change Game

by Damian Fantauzzi for Saratoga TODAY There have been new rules added to scholastic and collegiate basketball. These rules will have such a dramatic effect on the game that I feel it could be a change of regret by the rule makers. The intended logical reasoning behind these changes could come back and bite the designers in the face.

The main rule change will affect defensive play. There will be very little contact allowed by officials. Hand checking will finally be eliminated. That’s a positive change, but the distance between the defender and the ball will be extended so foot movement will have to get better for the defender. With the street ball mentality of basketball that has become a major part of the game, actions like driving to the basket could result in more foul shots.

Many of us who have coached basketball, have taught our players that when guarding an opponent make contact. By that I mean it is not necessarily physically holding the offensive player, but a sense of having a feel with the forearm (called the arm bar) and trying not to totally impair offensive movement without fouling. This is especially true when guarding the person without the ball.

In reality, the offensive player always has the advantage over the defender, so the methods that were taught were simple. Keep the defender between the ball and the person they’re guarding and deny that offensive player the freedom of coming to the ball untouched — “deny the cutter.”Not any more with these so called “new rules.”

Due to these new rules, be prepared for a lot of fouls, tons of free throws and long ugly games. So a message to all-scholastic coaches: Make sure your practice plans have many drills that involve shooting fouls.

Don’t cut your teams to 11 players. You’re going to need plenty of backups because there might be three to six players fouling out per game — I’m serious.

The other side of this is that we are basically going back to the original rules of basketball by moving back to an athletic game versus a physical game.

That’s what I mean by the so

called “new rules” — they are actually old school.

When I was a kid, I remember when some referees would call touch fouls. Those games became press worthy and resulted in bashing of the officials.

What all this will do is change the teaching techniques of how to play defense, especially when it comes to defending the screen, the post and the drive. The old basketball expression of “mugging,” used by coaches to describe extremely physical defense, will no longer be said when complaining about the physical defense away from the ball. The refs will be watching play away from the ball, using more discretion.

It is my opinion that the art of playing an in-your-face manto-man defense will become one of basketball’s artifacts.

What are college coaches saying across the nation? Kansas basketball coach Bill Self said, “The teams that can guard the ball are going to be the ones that can separate themselves because it’s going to be hard to guard the ball because the rules won’t allow it. I don’t understand how you can have no contact. I don’t understand that.”

Kentucky coach John Calipari said, “If you want to press and hold and bump, you’re going to foul out your whole team.”

West Virginia coach Bob Huggins added, “They don’t want a great 57-52 game — hard played, competitive. They want an 86-82 game. Do they want to watch that garbage for four and a half hours? Do they want to do that by shooting 70 free throws?

People don’t want to watch freethrow shooting contests.”

“Some of the guys I have talked to around the country, friends of mine, former assistants, have been paranoid about it because they played games where there were 70, 80, 90 free throws being shot. And that’s a little scary. But I think it will balance out,” Michigan State coach Tom Izzo said.

But Oklahoma State coach Travis Ford calls the new rules the game’s biggest change since the three-point arc. His team

began adjusting immediately and regularly performed drills that emphasize playing great defense without placing hands on the offensive player.

“We are not taking the approach, OK let’s forget defense,” Ford said. “And I think they kind of want us to do that.

I think that’s what they want us to do a little bit.”

The one thing about this rule change for we New Yorkers to be happy about, or should I say Syracuse fans, is that Jim Boeheim is the happiest man in America because his reliance on the zone has just become paramount. It will be an interesting basketball season for the fans, not to mention the coaches and teams, to see how this all works out. I’m just glad I am not a basketball official.

Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013

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Longtime Horse Racing Writer Passes Away at 66 SARATOGA SPRINGS — Paul Moran, 66, died Saturday afternoon in Saratoga Springs, surrounded by his brother James and friends, after a battle with lung cancer.

Moran was born on July 20, 1947 and became a prominent turf writer, who wrote for Newsday from 1985-2007.

He attended SUNY Buffalo in his hometown and served as an Air Force sergeant in Vietnam and the Middle East, then covered sports for the Buffalo News and the Tonawanda News. He joined Newsday in 1985 after 10 years at the Fort Lauderdale Sun Sentinel (1975-1985) and he covered his first Kentucky Derby in 1973 before covering the following 35 Triple Crowns.

He was also the co-author of “Crown of Jewels of Thoroughbred Racing” and contributed to many articles in magazines.

He won two Eclipse Awards for “outstanding coverage of thoroughbred racing,” as a writer for Newsday, profiling Daily Racing Form columnist Joe Hirsch in 1985 and recapturing the fatal breakdown of champion filly Go for Wand in the

Breeders’ Cup at Belmont in 1990.

He also won the Red Smith Award for his Kentucky Derby coverage, as well as the Associated Press Sports Editors Award from the American Society of Newspaper Editors in 1990 and the Distinguished Sports Writing Award from the New York Newspaper Publishers Association in 1992.

Moran served on the board of directors of the National Turf Writers Association from 1987-1990 and was president of the New York Turf Writers Association from 1990-1992.

Moran retired to Saratoga Springs in 2008, but continued to write for ESPN.com and worked six Saratoga meetings for The Associated Press.

He also owned several New Yorkbred horses that were trained by James Bond.

Five days before his death, he sent a group email expressing resignation: “All fights end, and you always lose the last one. I have enjoyed a wonderful life full of great people, places and animals. Everything else is secondary to the places I’ve seen, the horses I’ve covered and the moment’s I’ve witnessed.”

In addition to James, of Hardwick, Massachusetts, survivors include his

mother, Frances, of Buffalo; three brothers, David and Francis, also of Buffalo; and Robert, of Stewartsville, New Jersey; three nephews, two nieces and a grandnephew.

Moran wished to be cremated and for his ashes to be scattered over Go for Wand’s grave in the infield at Saratoga.

Dan Maynard carries the ball in last week’s loss. Photo by (SportsThroughtheLens.com)

Spartan’s Streak Ends at Five

CLIFTON PARK — Before Kody Bruno’s touchdown at the 1:18 mark in the fourth quarter of last Saturday’s Section II Class A title game, Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake was in position to win a record sixth straight title at Shenendehowa.

But Bruno’s touchdown preserved the eventual 14-7 win over last year’s state champions and it was the second time No. 2 ranked Queensbury won the battle of the Spartans this season, as they advanced to the regional round against Massena.

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Week of November 15 – November 21, 2013