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Contents

2012-2013

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Community Guide Book for the Saratoga Region

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Saratoga County From Moving in to Major Employers Everything You Need to Know

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Medical

From Hospitals to Labs to Walk-In Clinics

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Education

From Preschools to College

112 Home & Garden From Nurseries to Driveways

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Places of Worship Alphabetical listing by county

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Healthy Living

From Organic Veggies to Info on Local Running Clubs

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Recreation & Dining From Sky Diving to Sushi

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Town Listings From the Town Clerk to Signature Events

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Kids

From Summer Camps to Birthday Party Locations

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Seniors

Providing for the Senior in Your Life

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140 Pets

From Fencing to Vets to the Latest in Pet Clothing

Charitable Organizations

From Food Pantries to Shelters to Joining the Local Rotary

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Welcome…

to Welcome Home, Saratoga County’s most comprehensive community guide book.

Whether you are a lifelong resident or new to the area, Welcome Home is a must-have for homeowners and business owners alike. Packed with information and photos, Welcome Home makes navigating life in our region a little easier.

As you will see on page 11, Welcome Home is color-coded by category to create a user-friendly experience filled with vibrant color.

But before you dig into the guide, get a taste of our region by scanning the QR codes located to the right of this introduction. From technology to horses and farmers' markets, to downtown shopping, these three videos offer you a glimpse into our special place in the world, compliments of the Saratoga Economic Development Corporation and the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce…Two other shining examples of local groups with global visions.

If you have an idea for a category not listed in our guide, let us know for inclusion in the 2013 edition of Welcome Home.

Thank you for your time, and enjoy life in Saratoga County!

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Publisher / Editor Chad Beatty

General Manager Robin Mitchell Art Director Tiffany Garland

Special Projects Director Chris Bushee Graphic Designers Eric Havens Katy Holland

Account Executives Jim Daley Cindy Durfey

Contributing Writers Andrew Marshall Daniel Schechtman

Copy Proofreaders Anne Proulx

Contributing Photographers Creative Photo and Graphic Stock Studios Photography

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Saratoga County

Official Town Website: SaratogaCountyNY.gov • County Area Code: (518 ) Zip Code: 12020

County Administrator Spencer P. Hellwig 884-4742 County Clerk / Dept. of Motor Vehicles Kathleen A. Marchione 885-2213

(See Page 18 for DMV locations)

Commissioner of Elections Roger J. Schiera 885-2249

(See Page 18 for Voter Registration Information)

District Attorney James Murphy 885-2263 25 West High Street Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Public Defender John H. Ciulla‚ Jr. 884-4795 Sheriff’s Office 885-6761

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6010 County Farm Rd. Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Employment & Training Program Director, Lisa M. Scaccia 884-4170 152 West High Street Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Public Health Nursing Service Director of Public Health, Karen A. Levison 584-7460 31 Woodlawn Avenue Suite 1, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Department of Social Services Commissioner, Robert Christopher 884-4140 152 West High Street Ballston Spa, NY 12020 County Nursing Home Maplewood Manor Administrator, Diane Brown

885-2288 149 Ballston Ave. Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Mental Health Center Dir. of Comm.

Mental Health Services Hans Lehr 584-9030 211 Church Street Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Office of the Aging Director, Sandra Cross 884-4100 152 West High Street Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Animal Shelter Supervisor, Daniel Butler 885-4113 6010 County Farm Road Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Department of Public Works Commissioner, Joseph C. Ritchey P.E. 885-2235

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Planning Department Director of Planning, Jason Kemper 884-4705 50 West High Street Ballston Spa, NY 12020

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3654 Galway Rd. Ballston Spa, NY 12020

Real Property Tax Service Agency Director, Joanne Bosley 885-2219 35 West High Street Ballston Spa, N.Y. 12020 Youth Bureau Director, Wess Carr 884-4180 152 West High Street Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Veteran’s Service Agency Director, Andrew Davis 884-4115 Return the Favor Veteran’s Program To apply for a FAVOR card, stop at the County Clerk’s office, 40 McMaster St., Ballston Spa

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Elected Officials

Albany, NY

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo (D-NY) state.ny.us/governor State Capitol, Albany, NY 12224 Phone: (518) 474-8390 Washington Office: 444 N. Capitol St., NW, Ste. 301 Washington, D.C 20001 Phone: (202) 434-7100, Fax: (202) 434-7110

New York State Senator Roy McDonald (R-Saratoga 43rd) nysenate.gov Albany Office: Room 306 Legislative Office Building Albany, NY 12247, (518) 455-2381 Troy District Office: Hedley Park Place, 433 River Street , Troy NY, 12180 phone 274-4616, fax 274-4635

New York State Senator Hugh T. Farley (R) 44th Senate District nysenate.gov/senator/hugh-t-farley Albany Office 188 State Street Room 711, Legislative Office Building Albany, NY 12247, (518) 455-2181 District Office 2430 Riverfront Center Amsterdam, NY 12010 Phone: (518) 843-2188, Fax: (518) 843-8363 District Office 2 33-41 East Main Street City Hall Johnstown, NY (518) 762-3733 • (518) 762-3721

Asm. James N. Tedisco (R-Schenectady 110th) assembly.state.ny.us 404 Legislative Office Building Albany, NY 12248 Phone: (518) 455-5772 Main District Office: 12 Jay St., Schenectady, NY 12305 Phone: (518) 370-2812 tediscoj@assembly.state.ny.us

Washington, DC President Barack H. Obama whitehouse.gov Washington Office 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. The White House, Washington, D.C. 20500 Tel. (202) 456-1111 • Fax: (202) 456-2461

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) gillibrand.senate.gov Washington, DC Office 478 Russell, Washington, DC 20510 Tel. (202) 224-4451, Fax (202) 228-0282 Albany/Capital District Office Leo W. O’Brien, Federal Office Building 1 Clinton Square, Room 821, Albany, NY 12207 Tel. (518) 431-0120, Fax (518) 431-0128

Senator Charles E. Schumer (D-NY) schumer.senate.gov Washington Office: 322 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510-3203 Phone: (202) 224-6542, Fax: (202) 228-3027 Main District Office: 780 Third Ave., Ste. 2301, New York, NY 10017 Phone: (212) 486-4430, Fax: (212) 486-7693

Rep. Chris Gibson Congressman (R-NY 20th) chrisgibson.house.gov Washington Office: 502 Cannon House Office Building Washington, D.C. 20515-3220 Phone: (202) 225-5614, Fax: (202) 225-1168 Saratoga Springs District Office 513 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866 Phone: (518) 306-5450, Fax: (518) 306-5446

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Taxes There are three primary taxes for which property owners are responsible: school, county & city or town. Please refer to your individual municipality for any other applicable taxes.

Saratoga County taxes are among the lowest in the state.

NYSEG • Customer Service / Gas Emergency 1-800-572-1111 • Electrical Emergency / Interruption 1-800-572-1131 Recycling Saratoga County Recycling Centers are free to all Saratoga County residents – please refer to the county website (www.saratogacountyny.gov) or call them directly at 1-866-reuse it (1-866-738-7348) for specific guidelines, locations and hours of operation.

• Saratoga Springs - Weibel Avenue • Milton - County Farm Road.

Rubbish & Garbage Removal • County Waste 877-7007 • Waste Management 1-800-476-6571 • Springer Waste 792-3275 Telephone / Internet / Cable • Time Warner 1-800-828-2211 • Direct Satellite TV 1-888-795-9489 Water & Sewer Saratoga Springs has a municipal water supply and city sewer system, as do many other municipalities in the county. Some areas are on private wells or hook up to private water companies and use private sewer lines. A county sewer district serves a major portion of the county.

For more information on rates, contact your municipality.

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Electric & Gas National Grid • Customer Service 1-800-642-4272 • Power Outages 1-800-867-5222 • Gas Emergencies 1-800-892-2345 • Call Before You Dig 1-800-962-7962

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Polling Information Saratoga County Board of Elections 885-2249 Fax: 884-4751 50 West High St. Ballston Spa, NY 12020

The Board of Elections is open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

For information regarding absentee ballots or registering by mail - saratogacountyny.gov

Department of Motor Vehicles Main county office Ballston Spa Motor Vehicles 40 McMaster Street Ballston Spa, NY 12020 M, T., Th & F 8:00 - 4:45, Wed. 8:00 - 6:00 Call any office for an appointment 1-518-885-2227

Wilton Branch Wilton Motor Vehicles Wilton Mall 3065 Route 50 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 M, W, Th & F 8:00 - 4:45, Tues. 8:00 - 6:00 Call any office for an appointment 1-518-584-7403

Clifton Park Branch Clifton Country Mall Clifton Park, NY 12065 M, T, W, F 8:00 - 4:15, Thur. 8:00 - 6:00 Call any office for an appointment 1-518-383-2480

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Temperature Mean Max Min 21 30 12 47 58 36 71 83 60 51 62 40

Precipitation Total Snow 2.49 15.9 2.78 3.2 3.68 0 3.04 .1

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An asterisk (*) denotes manufacturers

Over 1,000

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Saratoga County’s Major Employers

Thank you to the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce for providing some of the information in our Saratoga County - What You Need To Know section.

* Momentive Performance Material Saratoga County Saratoga Hospital Saratoga Springs City School District Shenendehowa Central School District Skidmore College

500-999

Ballston Spa Central School District Curtis Lumber Co. Empire State College * GLOBALFOUNDRIES Navy – West Milton Site New York Racing Association (and related employers) * Quad/Graphics Saratoga Bridges Saratoga Casino and Raceway Saratoga Regional YMCA State Farm Insurance Stewart’s Ice Cream Company Target Distribution Center Wesley

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Ace Hardware Distribution Center Bast Hatfield * BMPC-Knolls Atomic Power Lab (KAPL) Cengage Learning DA Collins Co. Four Winds – Saratoga * Mohawk Fine Paper, Inc. * SCA Tissue

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Adirondack Trust Company AYCO * Ball Metal Container Group * Fort Miller Group New Country Motor Car Group US Foodservice

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Demographics

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Census 2010

EMPLOYMENT [Total employed civilian population 16+ years:

By Occupation Management, professional & related Service occupations Sales & office Farming, fishing & forestry Construction, extraction & maintenance Production, transportation & material moving

By Industry Agriculture, forestry & related Construction Manufacturing Wholesale trade Retail trade Transportation, warehousing, utilities Information Finance, insurance, real estate, rentals Professional, scientific, mgmt, administrative Educational, health & social services Arts, entertainment, recreation, lodging, food Public administration Other services

By Class of Worker Private wage & salary workers Government workers Self-employed workers Unpaid family workers

INCOME [Total Households: 78,226] Less than $10,000 $10,00 – $24,999 $25,000 - $49,999 $50,000 - $74,999 $75,000 - $99,999 $100,000 – 199,000 Over $200,000 Median Household income

112,419] 45,190 17,888 29,324 395 9,047 10,575

40.2% 15.9 26.1 0.4 8.0 9.4

915 7,788 9,674 3,526 12,434 4,780 2,547 9,126 11,259 27,216 9,570 8,985 4,599

0.8 6.9 8.6 3.1 11.1 4.3 2.3 8.1 10.0 24.2 8.5 8.0 4.1

83,995 21,551 6,631 281

74.7 19.1 5.9 0.2

3,532 10,137 17,748 16,857 13,615 18,845 3,431 $64,705

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LOCATION

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Race

Birth to 5 years 5 –14 15-19 20-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65+

Females-50.6% 12,042 28,047 15,096 37,529 34,853 35,035 26,845 27,044

5.6% 13.0 7.0 17.3 16.1 16.2 12.4 12.4

White 94.9% Black/African-American 1.5% Latino/Hispanic 2.4%

Education

High school graduates, percent of persons age 25 91.3% Bachelor’s degree or higher, percent age 25 34.1%

Mean travel time to work, workers age 16+ 25 minutes Total housing units Homeownership rate Median household income Land area of Saratoga County

96,380 75% $66,634 812 square miles

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GENERAL FACTS Sex and Age Males-49.4%

Transportation Options:

Buses Adirondack Trailways 1-800-776-7548 • trailwaysny.com Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) 482-8822 • cdta.org Greyhound 1-800-231-2222 • greyhound.com Upstate Tours & Travel . . . . . .584-5252 • upstatetours.com

Air Albany International Airport 242-2200 • albanyairport.com Saratoga County Airport 1-800-359-2299 • richmor.com (Accommodates private, prop & jet aircraft)

Trains Amtrak 1-800-872-7245 • amtrack.com

Car Rentals Enterprise Rent-A-Car • 587-0687 Hertz Car Rentals • 691-0404 A&H Express Taxi Service Chet’s Airport Service Saratoga Capitaland Taxi Saratoga Taxi T & L Taxi (Ballston)

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Taxicabs 580-8631 423-5752 583-3131 584-2700 885-0360

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The 2011 (YTD through 10/12/11) sale prices of homes in the county are as follows: Saratoga Springs, Wilton, Greenfield, Northumberland Ballston, Milton, Village of Ballston Spa Malta, Village of Round Lake, Luther Forest Waterford, Mechanicville Clifton Park, Halfmoon, Burnt Hills/Ballston Lake Charlton, Galway, Providence Town of Saratoga, Stillwater, Schuylerville, Victory Mills Moreau, Village of South Glens Falls Corinth, Day, Edinburg, Hadley

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Average $333,262 229,963 260,232 200,874 289,155 219,395 209,343 221,139 154,185

Median $290,000 207,500 220,000 190,200 270,000 217,950 187,950 206,500 136,000

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Organization Directory

Education

Association for the Cooperative Advancement of Science and Education (ACASE) 583-4645 110 Spring St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 acase.org Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County 885-8995 50 W. High St. Ballston Spa, NY 12020 ccesaratoga.org Literacy NENY 226-0040 110 Spring St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 literacyneny.org

Environment

Adirondack Mountain Club 668-4447 814 Goggins Rd. Lake George, NY 12845 American Farmland Trust 581-0078 112 Spring St., Suite 207 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Farmland.org Saratoga Lake Association 584-0588, 587-7626 P.O. Box 2152 Ballston Spa, NY 12020 saratogalake.org

Saratoga Healthy Transportation Network info@healthytransportation.org healthytransportation.org Saratoga P.L.A.N. (Preserving Land and Nature) 587-5554 112 Spring St. Room 202 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogaplan.org

Sustainable Saratoga Task Force sustainablesaratoga.ning.com Northeast Mobile Search & Rescue 664-2909 P.O. Box 1428 Clifton Park, NY 12065 nemsar.org U.S. EPA Hudson River Field Office 747-4389 421 Lower Main St.

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Hudson Falls, NY12839 epa.gov/Hudson

Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park (518) 450-0321 80 Scout Rd. Gansevoort, NY 12831 wiltonpreserve.org

Family

Ballston Area Community Center 20 Malta Ave. Ballston Spa, NY 12020 885-3261 ballstonareacc.org

CAPTAIN Youth and Family Services 371-1185 5 Municipal Plaza Suite 3 Clifton Park, NY 12065 captainyfs.com

Head Start Family Education Program of Saratoga County 587-3158 x 44 40 New St. P.O. Box 5120 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Mediation Matters, serving Saratoga, Warren & Washington Counties 584-6361 480 Broadway, LL-32 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 mediationmatters.org Parents Without Partners 587-5912 Southern Saratoga Chapter#796 P.O. Box 862, Clifton Park, NY 12065 parentswithoutpartners.org

Prospect Child & Family Center 798-0170 133 Aviation Rd., Queensbury, NY 12804 prospectcenter.com Saratoga Center for The Family 587-8008 359 Ballston Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogacff.org

Saratoga County Children's Committee 448-5120 P.O. Box 1254 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 www.saratoga.org/sccc Saratoga Partnership for Prevention 581-1230 36 Phila St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 preventioncouncil.org

Fraternal / Service Organizations American Legion Adirondack Post #70 587-0236 34 West Ave.

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Post70.saratogalegion.org

American Legion Old Saratoga Post 278 695-3011 4 Clancy St. Schuylerville, NY 12871 saratogalegion.org/post278

Ballston Spa Elks, Lodge # 2619 885-1149 10 Hamilton St. Ballston Spa, NY 12020 elks.org Ballston Spa Lions Club 884-8021 P.O. Box 242 Ballston Spa, NY 12020 ballstonspalionsclub.org

Free Masons 583-3607 687 N Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Rotary Club of Saratoga Springs Scholarship Fund 587-0559 P.O. Box 1307 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogarotary.com Saratoga Springs Jaycees 528-1787 P.O. Box 235 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogajaycees.org

Saratoga Knights of Columbus 584-8547 50 Pine Rd. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogakofc.org Saratoga Springs Kiwanis 584-3525 kiwanis.org

Saratoga Springs Lions Club and Lions Foundation 212-7752 P.O. Box 166 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogalions.com

Saratoga - Wilton Lodge B.P.O.E. Ladies Auxiliary # 161 584-2585 1 Elks Lane & P.O. Box 3111 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogawiltonelks161.org Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161 584-2585 1 Elks Lane P.O. Box 3111 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogawiltonelks161.org

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Thoroughbred Toastmasters 584-4129 toastmasters.org

U.S. Submarine Veterans 355-2119 425 E. Campbell Rd. Schenectady, NY 12303 albanysaratogasubvets.com subvetsmemorial@gmail.com Wilton Rotary P.O. Box 2098 Wilton, NY 12831 (518) 926-4834 www.wiltonrotary.com Meetings Tuesday mornings for breakfast at 7:30 at the Skidmore dining hall.

Political & Civic Organizations Coltivare Development Counsel 526-5272 91 Fifth Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 jyepsen@nycap.rr.com League of Women Voters of Saratoga County 728-0237 P.O. Box 1029 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 lwvsaratoga@gmail.com lwvsaratoga.org

Rebuilding Together - Saratoga 695-3315 P.O. Box 95 Schuylerville, NY 12871 rebuildingtogethersaratoga.com Saratoga Foundation for Women Worldwide, Inc. (518) 583-4990 480 Broadway, Box 4646 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogafoundation.org Saratoga NOW (National Organization for Women) 587-3436 P.O. Box 122 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 nownys.org Saratoga Reads 580-8008 c/o Skidmore College Box 2481 Saratoga Springs NY 12866 saratogareads.org

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 SSWNA.org

Turning Point at Olde Saratoga Rotary Club 365-5000 Byron’s Market, 20 Broad St. Schuylerville, NY 12871 turningpointrotary.org

West Side Neighborhood Association 587-4423 P.O. Box 3166 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Workforce Housing Partnership of Saratoga County 587-3158 c/o Saratoga County EOC 40 New St. P.O. Box 5120 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratoga.com

Preservation / Historical

Bemis Heights Society of the National Society of Children of the American Revolution 587-9562 rootsweb.ancestry.com/~nybhccar/ Daughters of the American Revolution - Saratoga Chapter 584-3468 rootsweb.ancestry.com/~nyscdar

Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War 674-5638 http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~flfhs/ Friends of Saratoga Battlefield 584-4353 16 Burgoyne St. Schuylerville, NY 12871 Albany.net/~battle/

Friends of Ulysses S. Grant Cottage 587-8277 P.O. Box 2294 Wilton, NY 12831 grantcottage.org General Philip Schuyler House 664-9821 Rt. 4, Schuylerville villageofschuylerville.org

Land Trust Accreditation Commission 587-3143 112 Spring St. Ste. 204 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 landtrustaccreditation.org Land Trust Alliance - Northeast Office 587-0774 112 Spring St. Ste. 205 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 lta.org Old Saratoga Historical Association 584-4129 178 Wagman's Ridge Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Saratoga Gerald B.H. Solomon National Cemetery 581-9128 200 Duell Rd. Schuylerville, NY 12871 Saratoga Monument 664-9821 nps.gov/sara

Saratoga National Historical Park (The Battlefield) 664-9821 648 Route 32 Stillwater, NY 12170 nps.gov/sara

Saratoga Springs Universal Preservation Hall 584-2627 25 Washington St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 universalpreservationhall.org

Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation 587-5030 P.O. Box 442, 112 Spring St., Ste. 203 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogapreservation.org Yaddo Garden Association 584-0746 P.O. Box 395, Union Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 www.yaddo.org

Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County 587-2978 P.O. Box 270 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratoganygenweb.com

Southwest Neighborhood Association 306-3747 P.O. Box 4783 SaratogaTODAYNewspaper.com

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Soroptimist International of Saratoga County P.O. Box 1074 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 soroptimistsaratoga.org

Places of Worship

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Religion Directory

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

Adirondack Friends Meeting 27 Saratoga Ave., S. Glens Falls 793-3755, AdirondackFM@ nycap.rr.com; www.adirondackfriendsmeeting.org Regina Baird Haag, pastoral minister Services: 10:30 a.m. Sunday

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

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

Assembly of God Saratoga 118 Woodlawn Ave., Saratoga Springs 584-6081 Services: Sunday Worship 10 a.m., coffee served at 9:45 a.m.

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

Sunday School 10 a.m.

All are welcome.

Handicapped accessible

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

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885-7312; ballstoncenterarpchurch.org Services: Sunday Worship Service, 10:30 a.m.

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

Bethesda Episcopal Church 41 Washington St., Saratoga Springs 584-5980 Services: Sunday 6:30, 8 & 10 a.m.

Church of Christ at Clifton Park 7 Old Route 146 371-6611; cliftonparkchurch ofchrist.com Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Christ Community Reformed Church 1010 Route 146, Clifton Park 371-7654; ccrc-cpny.org.

Services: Sundays 10 a.m.

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

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

Congregation Shaara Tfille 84 Weibel Ave., Saratoga Springs 584-2370; saratogasynagogue.org Services: Saturday 9:30 a.m., Monday & Thursday 7:30 a.m., third Friday each month 7:30 p.m.

Handicapped Accessible

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

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

Cornerstone Community Church Malta Commons 899-7001; mycornerstonechurch.org Associate Pastor Paul Shepherd Services: Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

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

Eastern Orthodox - Christ the Savior 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Spa 786-3100; xcsavior@yahoo.com.

Services: Sunday: 9:15 a.m.

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

First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa 202 Milton Ave. (Rt. 50) 885-8361; fbcballstonspa.org Services: 10:15 a.m.

First Presbyterian Church of Ballston Spa 22 West High St. 885-5583 Services: Sunday at 10 a.m.

Full Gospel Tabernacle 207 Redmond Rd., Gansevoort 793-2739 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.; Bible Study: Thursday 6:30 p.m.

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Grace Community Church of Malta Services: Wednesday 7:30 p.m.Good Times Restaurant, Lake Rd., 2nd Floor; Friday 7:30 p.m.Saratoga Chapel, Eastline & Lake Rds.; Sunday 10 a.m.-Comfort Suites, Clifton Park Greater Grace Community Church 43 Round Lake Rd. Ballston Lake (Malta Mall) 899-7777; .ggcc-malta.org Pastor David Moore Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Greenfield Center Baptist Church 30 Wilton Rd. Greenfield Center, NY 893-7429 Services: Sunday School for all ages - 9:45 a.m.

Church Service - 11 a.m.

Prayer Meeting - Wednesday 6:30 p.m.

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

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

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

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

Handicapped accessible New Horizon Church 150 Perry Road,

Saratoga Springs 587-0711 Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

New Life Fellowship 51 Old Gick Rd., Saratoga Springs 580-1810; newlifeinsaratoga.org.

Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.-noon Childcare is available at all services.

NorthStar Church Shenendehowa High School West Auditorium, Clifton Park 371-2811; northstarchurch.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Old Saratoga Reformed Church 48 Pearl St., Schuylerville oldsaratogareformed church.org Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Handicapped accessible.

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

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

Jonesville United Methodist 963 Main St., Clifton Park 877-7332 Services: Sunday 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

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

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

Handicapped accessible.

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Religion Directory Handicapped accessible.

Old Stone Church (American Baptist) 159 Stone Church Rd., Ballston Spa 583-1002 Services: Sunday: 9 a.m.

Adult Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Service; 11:45 a.m.

Coffee & Fellowship in Living Stone Hall; Wednesday: noon potluck luncheon; 1 p.m. choir rehearsal; 2 p.m.

Bible Study Group Presbyterian-NE Congregational Church 24 Circular St., Saratoga Springs 584-6091; pnecc.org Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.

Quaker Springs United Methodist Church 466 Route 32 South 695-3101; qsumc.com Pastor Jim Knapp Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

Handicapped accessible.

St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church 231 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-6122.

Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8, 9:30, 11:15 a.m. & 5 p.m.

Roman Catholic Church of St. Peter 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-2375 Services: Eucharistic Celebrations: Saturday 5 p.m.; Sunday 7:30, 9 & 11:30 a.m.

St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church 3159 Route 9N, Greenfield Center 893-7680; sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com; rcda.org/churches/ St.JosephsChurch Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m. Handicapped accessible

River of Hope Fellowship 100 Saratoga Village Blvd. Malta Cmns., Ste. 3, Malta 881-1505; riverofhopefellowship.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

St. George's Episcopal Church 912 Route 146, Clifton Park 371-6351; stgeorge@csdsl.net Services: Saturday 4:30 p.m.; Sunday 8 & 9:30 a.m.

St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church 167 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa 885-7411; stmarysbsta.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., noon.

Handicapped accessible St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church 771 Route 29, Rock City Falls 893-7680; sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com; rcda.org/churches/

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 149 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs 584-0904 Services: Saturday 5 p.m. with Holy Communion. Sundays 8:30 & 11 a.m. with Holy Communion.

St. Peter Lutheran Church 2776 Route 9, Malta 583-4153 Services: Sunday mornings 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

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Saratoga Abundant Life Church 2325 Route 50 South, Saratoga Springs 885-5456; saratogaabundantlife.org Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

Saratoga Chabad 130 Circular St., Saratoga Springs 526-0773; saratora@aol.com; saratogachabad.com

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

Saratoga United Methodist Church Henning Rd., Saratoga Springs 584-3720; saratogaumc.com.

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

Handicapped accessible.

Saratoga Seventh-Day Adventist Church 399 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs 882-9384 saratogasda.org Services: Sabbath School: 10 a.m.

Worship Service: 11:30 a.m.

Simpson United Methodist Church Rock City Rd., Rock City Falls 885-4794 Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.

Soul Saving Station for Every Nation Christ Crusaders of America 62 Henry St., Saratoga Springs 584-3122 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Temple Sinai 509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-8730 Services: Friday 8 p.m.

Handicapped accessible

The Salvation Army Worship, Service & Community Center 27 Woodlawn Ave., Saratoga Springs 584-1640; Mail-P.O. Box 652 Captain Aaron A. Boone, Sr. Captain Amber S. Boone Commanding Officers/Ministers Services: Sunday School 10 a.m.; Praise & Worship 11 a.m.; Trinity United Methodist Church 155 Ballard Rd., Gansevoort 584-9107 tumcwilton.com Rev. Gail Falsetti-Pastor Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs 624 North Broadway 584-1555 saratoga-uu.org Services: 10 a.m. Religious education and nursery care at the 10 a.m. service each Sunday.

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St. Thomas of Canterbury 242 Grooms Rd., Halfmoon st-thomas-ofcanterbury.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Unity Church in Albany 21 King Ave. 453-3603: Services: Sunday 9 a.m. & 11 a.m.

West Charlton United Presbyterian Church 1331 Sacandaga Rd. 882-9874 westcharltonupc.org Rev. Thomas Gregg, Pastor Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Wilton Baptist Church 755 Saratoga Rd, Wilton 583-2736; wiltonbaptist@gmail.com; wiltonbaptistchurch.com Services: Sunday Service 11 a.m.

Shenendehowa United Methodist 971 Route 146, Clifton Park 371-7964 Services: Sunday 7:45, 9 & 10:45 a.m.; Acts II Contempory 10:45 a.m.

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Ballston Spa

Official Town Website: BallstonSpaNY.org • Zip Code: 12020

Centrally located in Saratoga County, minutes from Exit 13, this quaint “Village of Friends” with its charming and historic downtown residential and business district, has become a destination in its own right - a bedroom community of the Capital District that offers something for everyone (and all year-round!).

Whether you're a native, a new resident or just a visitor, you’ll enjoy the spirit of family and community that enriches the quality of life in this elegant, Victorian locale with its mecca of antique shops, eateries, galleries and museums and privately-owned businesses.

Village of Ballston Spa Mayor John Romano 885-5711 Village Hall 66 Front St. Ballston Spa, NY 885-5711

Village Clerk Theresa Zayac 885-5711

Building Inspector Randy Lloyd & Gerry Morris 885-5711 Planning Chairman Ed Lake 885-5711

Zoning Chairman Kevin McDonough 885-5711 Post Office 1 Front St. 885-9191

Library Ballston Spa Public Library 21 Milton Ave. 885-5022 ballston.sals.edu

Public Schools Ballston Spa Central Schools 70 Malta Ave. 884-7195 bscsd.org Local Chamber Ballston Spa BPA PO Box 386 Ellen Mottola 885-2772

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Non- Emergency Police Chief of Police: Charles Koenig 30 Bath St. 885-5111

Fire Co. #1 Eagle Matt Lee 35 Washington St. 885-6261 bsfd.org

Fire Co. #2 Union Fire Co. Route 50 / Doubleday Ave. 885-7121 bsfd.org

EMT Community Emergency Corps 78 Thompson St. 885-1478 communityemergencycorp.org Animal Control David Brown Mark Hirsch 885-5111

Visitors’ Center Inside the Bottle Museum at 76 Milton Ave. There is a visitor’s area with local information and pamphlets.

Signature Events “First Friday” every month & family-oriented events scheduled year-round – check ballstonspany.org.

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Youth Programs Ballston Area Recreation Commission 61 Eastern Ave. 885-1634 ballstonarearec.org

Ballston Area Community Center (Teen Ctr.) 9 Scott Dr. 885-3261 ballstonareacc.org Parks Community Pool Michael A. Spensieri Park Ralph St.

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Kelly Park Playground Ralph St.

Woods Hollow Nature Preserve Rowland St. Iron Spring Park, Front St. Wiswall Park, Front St.

Veteran’s Park, Low St.

Jim Tedisco Fitness Trail Connects Prospect St. to Front St.

Attractions Brookside Museum 6 Charlton St. • 885-4000 brooksidemuseum.org

National Bottle Museum 76 Milton Ave. 885-7589 nationalbottlemuseum.org

Old Iron Spring Crnr. Front St. & Fairground Ave. oldironspringfestival.org

Saratoga County Fair 162 Prospect St. 885-9701 SaratogaCountyFair.org

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Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Official Town Website: BallstonSpaNY.org • Zip Code: 12020

Photos Provided by Joanne McMahon Devoe

Originally settled in 1771 and incorporated in 1788, it has a rich history and many strong community organizations. Burnt Hills - Ballston Lake is located in southern Saratoga County neighboring the towns of Malta, Clifton Park, Glenville, Ballston Spa and Charlton. It celebrates its farming and rural heritage by preserving open space, further developing park lands and supporting local farmers’ markets, farm stands and orchard shops. Today, the approximately 8,000 residents enjoy an outstanding quality of life offered by our highly regarded school systems, Veterans Bike Path, our recreational parks, and the beautiful Ballston Lake. The community spirit in this area is epitomized by the annual Burnt Hills Flag Day Parade Town Hall Charlton Rd., Ballston Spa, 885-8502 www.townofballstonny.org Town Supervisor Patti Southworth Office: 885-8502, ext. 13 Cell: 441-6548 Building Inspector Thomas Johnson 885-8502, ext. 14 Town Clerk Carol Shemo 885-8502, ext. 10

Highway Superintendent Joseph Whalen 885-8502, ext. 23

Animal Control Officer John Christopher 399-4810 Pager: 349-3874

Post Office 845 Route 50 Burnt Hills, NY 12027-9590 399-8111 www.usps.com

Non- Emergency Police State Police Department 5 Municipal Plaza Clifton Park, NY 12065 371-2287 www.troopers.state.ny.us Saratoga County Sheriff 6010 County Farm Rd. Ballston Spa 885-6761 www.usacops.com

Ballston Spa Police Department 30 Bath St. Ballston Spa, NY 885-5111

Fire Ballston Lake Fire Department 399-5152 Burnt Hills Fire Department 1125 Lake Rd. Ballston Lake, NY 12019 885-9322 399-8912 www.burnthillsfd.com

Ballston Lake Emergency Squad 1123 Route 146 Ballston Lake, NY 12019 399-7066 www.ballstonlakeems.org

Public Schools Burnt Hills / Ballston Lake Central Schools 50 Cypress Drive Glenville, NY 12302 Superintendent 399-9141, ext. 5002 www.bhbl.org Ballston Spa Central School District 70 Malta Ave. Ballston Spa, NY 12020 884-7195

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Library Town of Ballston Community Library 2 Lawmar Lane Burnt Hills, NY 12027 399-8174 toblibrary.sals.edu Parks / Attractions Shenentaha Park Eastline Rd just south of Route 67 Ballston Lake, NY 12019

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Ballston Lake Public Access Fishing Pier / Bike Trail, Outlet Rd. Ballston Lake, NY 12019 Jenkins Park Jenkins Rd. Burnt Hills, NY 12027

Signature Events Flag Day Parade & Fireworks Various Family Events

Check local websites for updates: bhblbpa.com TownofBallstonNY.Org Business Association Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake BPA P.O. Box 1043 Ballston Lake, NY 12019 bhblbpa.com

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Charlton

Official Town Website: TownOfCharlton.org • Zip Code: 12019

Tucked in the southwest corner of Saratoga County and easily accessible from I-87 and I-90, you’ll be charmed by Charlton’s rural character, historic hamlets, and scenic landscapes. Boasting agriculture as its main industry, a drive or bike tour through Charlton’s rolling hills reveals dairy and horse farms, orchards and farm stands just around the bend. Glimpses of the past abound: in the Historical Society’s museum and one-room schoolhouse, the general store, and lively Tavern—its former building serving as a stagecoach stop in 1787. Known for its hardy settlers and once-prolific grist mills along the Alplaus Creek, Charlton’s friendly community welcomes visitors to explore its proud heritage.

Town Hall 758 Charlton Rd. 384-0152

Town Supervisor Alan Grattidge 384-0152, ext. 207 Town Clerk Brenda Mills 384-0152, ext. 201 Animal Control Richard Trzeciak 365-8271

Planning Board Chair Jay Wilkinson 384-0152, ext. 110 Clerk Susan York 399-3797

Highway Superintendent Michael Emerich

Town Garage 399-3425

Zoning & Building Robert Gizzi Department 384-0152, ext. 214

Zoning Board Don Schermerhorn 384-0152, ext. 109

Police 470-0788 Constable Thomas Parks 384-0152, ext. 203

Fire Department West Charlton Fire Department Non-Emergency 882-1010

Library Town of Ballston Community Library 2 Lawmar Lane, Burnt Hills, NY 12020 399-8474

Galway Public Library 5264 Sacandaga Rd. (Rt. 147) P.O. Box 207, Galway, NY 12074 882-6385 Schools Charlton Heights Elementary 170 Stage Rd. Ballston Lake, NY 12019 399-9141 Galway Central School 5317 Sacandaga Rd. Galway, NY 12074 882-1033 Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central Schools 50 Cypress Drive Glenville, NY 12302 399-9141

Scotia Glenville Central School District 900 Preddice Parkway Scotia, NY 12302 382-1215 Ballston Spa Central School Distict 70 Malta Ave. Ballston Spa, NY 12020 884-7195

Greater Amsterdam School District 11 Liberty St. Amsterdam, NY 12010 842-0012

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Clifton Park

Official Town Website: CliftonPark.org • Zip Code: 12065

Clifton Park is a vibrant, award-winning community serving as the southern gateway to Saratoga County.

Clifton Park is recognized for its outstanding quality of life, smart growth practices, numerous parks, and extensive recreation programs. Clifton Park remains true to its motto: "Clifton Park - A Great Place to Live, Work and Play!"

Town Hall One Town Hall Plaza Clifton Park 371-6651

Town Supervisor Phillip Barrett 371-6651, ext. 240

Building Department Steven M. Meyers 371-6702

Town Clerk Patricia O’Donnell 371-6681

Highway Supervisor Richard Kukuk 371-7310, 371-7821

Animal Control Officer Bill Lehman 371-6756 Post Offices Clifton Park Branch Route 9, Clifton Park 371-5600

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Halfmoon Branch Crescent Rd. Halfmoon, NY 12065 371-5460 Rexford Branch 1590 Route 146 Rexford, NY 12147 399-2002

Senior Center Shenendehowa Adult CommunityCenter 6 Clifton Common Court 383-1343

Non- Emergency State Police 899-2224

Fire Jonesville Volunteer Fire Department Station #1 – 877-8100 Station #2 – 877-5810

Clifton Park Halfmoon Fire District 371-8400

Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library 475 Moe Rd Clifton Park, NY 371-8622 www.cphlibrary.org Rexford Volunteer Fire Department 399-0051

West Crescent Volunteer Fire District 371-7478 Vischer Ferry Volunteer Fire Department Station #1 371-3991 Station #2 371-2167 Station #3 371-0496

EMS Clifton Park Halfmoon Emergency Corp.

371-3880 15 Crossing Blvd.

Public Schools Shenendehowa Central School District 5 Chelsea Place 881-0600

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Corinth

Corinth is a quaint little town located on the banks of the Hudson River in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains. The Hudson River winds peacefully through this picturesque setting, making it a favorite year-round vacation spot for tourists interested in swimming, boating, fishing, waterskiing, skiing, snowshoeing and so much more. The surrounding lakes, streams and woodlands provide beauty at every turn, and a charming downtown boasts something for everybody with a variety of local shops and restaurants. Come and enjoy the serenity of Corinth, conveniently located 15 minutes away from the neighboring communities of Saratoga Springs and Lake George.

Official Town Website: VillageOfCorinthNY.org • Zip Code: 12822

Town Hall 600 Palmer Ave. 654-9232

Assessor Mary Ellen Hill-Pierce 654-9232, ext 3

Youth Commission Craig Falkenberry 654-9717

Town Clerk Rose Farr 654-9232, ext 1

Animal Control Delbert Clothier 748-2616

Corinth Elementary School 356 Center School 654-2960

Town Supervisor Richard Lucia 654-9232, ext 2

Planning Board Kate Halliday 654-9232, ext 6

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Highway Department Shawn Eggleston 654-6962

Town Court Justice Lane Schermerhorn Justice Ambrose F. Clothier

Corinth Middle School/High School 105 Oak St. 654-9005

Senior Center 22 Hamilton Ave. 654-2040

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Galway

Official Town Website: TownOfGalway.org • Zip Code: 12074

Conveniently tucked between Saratoga Springs and the Great Sacandaga Lake, the town of Galway is the perfect spot to settle down and raise a family.

With regional favorites such as Village Pizzeria, Waterwheel Village and Bob's Trees, Galway offers country living, old town charm and driving convenience to some of the regions greatest landmarks.

Town Hall 5910 Sacandaga Rd., 882-6070

Town Clerk Margaret DeFoe 882-6070, ext 10 Assessor Tracy Killeen, Jr. 882-6070, ext 18

Highway Superintendent David D. Costanzo 882-6651

Justice Courts Donald E. Clemens Alison Thomas 882-6070, ext 16

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Court Clerk Linda Sarnowicz 882-6070, ext 15

Post Office 5101 Sacandaga Rd.,

Senior Center Galway Town Hall, Route 147, P.O. Box 143,

Police 5395 Lake Rd. 882-9181

Fire Department 5237 South St., 882-6355

EMS Captain Mike Jazwinski P.O. Box 52, 882-1234

Dog Control Officer Tom O’Brien 882-6237

Public School 5317 Sacandaga Rd., 882-1033

Public Library P.O. Box 207 5264 Sacandaga Rd., 882-6385

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Greenfield

Official Town Website: TownOfGreenfield.com • Zip Code: 12833

Just 5 miles from Saratoga Springs, the Town of Greenfield is a rural community nestled in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains. It was formed in 1793 and has grown to a population of approximately 7,400.

Geographically, it is the largest Town in Saratoga County covering over 41,000 acres, yet has maintained its comfortable, residential feel.

Supervisor Richard Rowland 893-7432, ext. 309

Town Hall 7 Wilton Rd. Greenfield Center, NY 12833 893-7432 Town Clerk MaryAnn Johnson 893-7432, ext.300 Building Inspector Gerard McKenna 893-7432 ext.304

Planning Board Clerk Rosamaria Rowland 893-7432, ext.304 Community Center 25 Wilton Rd. 893-7432, ext. 312

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Post Office 20 Wilton Rd. 893-7171

Public Schools Saratoga City Schools 3 Blue Streak Blvd.

583-4700 saratogaschools.org

Greenfield Elementary 893-7402

Corinth Central Schools 105 Oak St. Corinth, NY 12822 654-9005 corinthcsd.com Dog Control Channon Emigh 893-0163

Non-Emergency Police State - 583-7000 Sheriff - 885-6761

Youth Services Karyn Zanetti 893-7432, ext. 315

Signature Events Town-wide Garage Sale Greenfield Lions Club Greenfield Community & Business Association

Attractions New Park on Brigham Rd. Two parks, soccer fields, five baseball fields, nature trail, outdoor skating rink and picnic pavilion.

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Official Town Website: Malta-Town.org • Zip Code: 12151 Conveniently located off Exit 12, with a small town feel, quiet neighborhoods, parks and bikeways, a highly acclaimed school system, low taxes, nearby tourist attractions and a vibrant economy – Malta has it all! And… Hudson Valley Community College's TEC-Smart campus featuring nano technology and many more new and exciting projects are in the planning stages, as well as one of the world’s largest and most advanced chip fabrication plants GlobalFoundries is under construction!

Town Supervisor Paul Sausville 899-3434

Town Hall 2540 Route 9, Ballston Spa • 899-2818 Town Clerk Flo Sickels 899-2552 Building Inspector Wayne Hoffman

Building / Planning Anthony Tozzi • 899-2685

Saratoga City Schools 3 Blue Streak Blvd 583-4700 • saratogaschools.org

Shenendehowa Central Schools 5 Chelsea Place, Clifton Park 881-0600 • shenet.org

Malta Area BPA P.O. Box 2394, Malta 309-6706 • maltabpa.com

Non-Emergency State Police • 587-8773 or 899-2224

Highway Superintendent Roger Crandall • 899-2818

Ambulance Malta Ambulance Corps. • 885-3033

Round Lake Public Library 31 Wesley Ave. 899-2285 • roundlakelibrary.org

Round Lake Fire Department 13 Curry Rd. • 899-2511

Post Office Ballston Spa branch in Malta • 899-6254

Public Schools Ballston Spa Central Schools 70 Malta Ave. 884-7195 • ballstonspa.k12.ny.us

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Malta Ridge Volunteer Fire Co. 5 Hearn Rd. 584-6155

Animal Control Don Stack • 422-7914

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Malta & Round Lake Parks Malta Community Park, off of Dunning St. Shenantaha Creek Park, off of Eastline Rd. Collamer Park, corner of East High St. and Rt. 9 Town of Malta Ecological Park, Malta Ave. Michalko Park Property, Eastline Rd. Recreation Malta Community Center 1 Bayberry Drive 899-4411 • malta-town.org Contact: Audrey Ball

Attractions Albany-Saratoga Speedway 2671 U.S. Route 9 587-0220 cvra.com Malta Drive In 587-6077 maltadrivein.com

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Mechanicville Official Town Website: Mechanicville.com • Zip Code: 12118

Mechanicville is a little city on the brink of big changes. Mechanicville sits on the doorstep of GlobalFoundries, a new intermodal rail yard and the future Esplanade Complex featuring 225 new apartments and commercial space. Along with four million dollars in grants to revitalize downtown and river front, we offer a small safe place to live and raise a family with 24 hour police and fire protection, community and senior center. Come make Mechanicville your new home.

Mayor Anthony J. Sylvester 664-8331

Commissioner of Accounts Mark Seber 664-9884

Commissioner of Public Safety Tim Hipwell 664-5651

Commissioner of Finance Peter Chauvin 664-7171

Commissioner of Public Works Dave Higgins 664-7171

Animal Control Kathy Kelsey-Paluso 528-8779

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Library Mechanicville Public Library 190 North Main St. 664-5727

Public Schools Mechanicville City School District 25 Kniskern Ave. 664-5727

Senior Center Mechanicville Senior Center 78 North Main St. 664-7877

Non-Emergency Fire Mechanicville Fire Department Central Station 664-6121

Police Mechanicville Police Department 36 North Main St. 664-7383

EMS John Ahearn Rescue Squad 58 North Central Ave. 664-8354

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Milton

Centrally located between Saratoga Springs and Official Town Website: TownOfMiltonNY.org • Zip Code: 12547 Galway, the Town of Milton, with its comfortable, community feel – big enough to offer everything you need, yet small enough to know your neighbors – was established in 1792 and consists of 22,000 acres. It is centrally located in Saratoga County, with the Kayaderosseras Creek, a picturesque, historic and NYS-designated prime trout stream, winding its way from the northwest to the southeast where it flows through the Village of Ballston Spa and continues on into Saratoga Lake.

Supervisor Daniel P. Lewza • 884-2766 Town Hall 503 Geyser Road, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 885-9220 Town Clerk William Mevec • 885-9220 Highway Superintendent David Forbes • 885-5655 Public Schools Ballston Spa Central Schools 70 Malta Ave. 884-7195 • bscsd.org Galway Central Schools 5317 Sacandaga Rd., Galway, NY 12074 882-1033 • galwaycsd.org

Saratoga City Schools 3 Blue Streak Blvd.

583-4700 • saratogaschools.org

Non - Emergency Saratoga County Sheriff 885-2450 Ambulance Community Emergency Corps 78 Thompson St. 885-1478 communityemergencycorp.org Fire Co. #1 Eagle Matt Lee 35 Washington St., Ballston Spa, NY 12020 885-6261• bsfd.org Fire Co. #2 Union Fire Co. Route 50 /Doubleday Ave., Ballston Spa, NY 12020 885-7121 •bsfd.org Animal Control Richard Pine - 885-9220

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Signature Event Youth Fishing Tournament • 885-9220

Community Center Milton Community Center 310 Northline Rd. • 884-0163 Parks & Recreation Burgess-Kimball Park Rowland St. (Free summer programs for children • 885-9220) Woods Hollow Nature Preserve Rowland St. Wilbur & Marlene Trieble Passive Recreation Park Rt. 67 at Middleline Rd. Rock City Falls Fishing Access Points 885-9220 Rt. 29, Rock City Falls Corner of Middleline & Geyser Rds.

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Moreau

Official Town Website: TownOfMoreau.org • Zip Code: 12803

The Town of Moreau is an easy 45 minute ride north of Albany, our State Capital, and less than 10 miles from the popular Lake George vacation area and the Great Escape Amusement Park. The Town of Moreau is in close proximity to the serene and beautiful Adirondack Parks Region, home of the High Peaks and 3 hours from the Canadian border.

Supervisor Preston L. Jenkins, Jr. 884-2766

Town Clerk Jeanne M. Fleury 885-9220

Town Hall 61 Hudson St., South Glens Falls, NY 12803 792-1030

Highway Superintendent Paul A. Joseph 885-5655

Senior Center Moreau Community Center 144 Main St. South Glens Falls, NY 12803 792-6007

Building Inspector Joe Patricke 885-5655 Assessor Peggy Jenkins 793-0496

Fire South Glens Falls Fire Company, Inc. Station #1 792-1674 Station #2 798-4020

Water Superintendent Jesse Fish

EMS Moreau Emergency Squad Inc. 793-3011

Town Justice Jeff McCabe Timothy Alden

Public Schools South Glens Falls Central School District 6 Bluebird Rd. South Glens Falls, NY 12803, 793-9617

Town Board Todd Kusnierz Councilman Bob Prendergast Councilman Robert J. Vittengl Councilman Gina Leclair Councilman Post Office Midtown Shopping Center, 110 Main St. South Glens Falls, NY 12803 743-9326

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Non-Emergency Police State Police 583-7000 Saratoga County Sheriff 885-2450

Library Crandall Public Library 221 Glen St. Glens Falls, NY 1280 792-1509 Recreation Harry J. Betar, Jr. Recreational Park Gansevoort Rd. 792-1030 Moreau Lake State Park 605 Old Saratoga Rd. 793-0511 South Glens Falls Beach Beach Road 792-9387 Recreation Director Peter Iskenderian • 793-0511

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Northumberland

Northumberland is a very old, historic Official Town Website: TownOfNorthumberland.org • Zip Code: 12831 town - the fourth oldest town in Saratoga County. It is bounded by the towns of Moreau, Saratoga and Wilton and the Hudson River. It contains almost 20,000 acres. Agriculture is the main industry in the town. Northumberland has a steel fabrication plant, a golf course, a public airport and many other small businesses. There are approximately 4,200 residents. The main centers of population are the hamlets of Gansevoort, Bacon Hill and Northumberland.

Supervisor Willard (Bill) Peck 695-9630

Town Hall PO Box 128 17 Catherine St., Gansevoort, NY 12831

Town Clerk Denise Murphy 792-9179 Fax: 792-9203 townclerk@townofnorthumberland.org Justice Court Clerk Jody Munger 745-0178

Highway Sup’t Neil Petteys Highway Garage 42 Leonard St., Gansevoort, NY 12831 793-6901

Planning Board/ Zoning Board Clerk Christina Kilburn 792-9179

Post Office 50 Leonard St, Gansevoort, NY 12831 792-8777

Public Schools Schuylerville Central Schools 14 Spring St., Schuylerville, NY 12871 695-3255 schuylervilleschools.org

South Glens Falls Central School District 6 Bluebird Road, South Glens Falls, NY 12803 793-9617 sgfallssd.org

Non-Emergency State Police 583-7000 EMT 695-6622 Fire Dept.

792-4396 gansevoortfire.com

Local Favorites Town Wide Garage Sale Mother’s Day Weekend Annual 4th of July Parade & fireworks

Farmers Market June - October Thurs. 3-6 pm Rt. 32 Park, by the Monument

Zoning/Building Administrator Richard Colozza - 792-9179 bza@townofnorthumberland.org Assessor Walter D. Smead 792-9179

Dog Control Officer Edward Cross 587-0792

Town Historian Georgia Ball 793-2017 qball8@nycap.rr.com

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Official Town Website: Saratoga-Springs.org • Zip Code: 12866

Nestled in the foothills of the Adirondacks is the jewel of upstate New York, the City in the Country...

Saratoga Springs. This once seasonal resort community is now a year-round tourist destination. Serving as the summer home to the NY City Ballet and The Philadelphia Orchestra, Saratoga Springs also hosts some of the best Thoroughbred racing in the country. The diverse cultural market and affluent tourist influx is what makes Saratoga Springs “A Great American Place” and a premier location to work and raise a family.

City Hall 474 Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 587-3550

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City Mayor Scott Johnson 587-3550 x2520

Finance Commissioner Michelle Madigan 587-3550 x 2571

Public Safety Commissioner Chris Mathiesen 587-3550 x2627

Supervisors Matt Veitch • 587-2198 Joanne Yepsenn • 526-5272

Public Works Commissioner Anthony Scirocco 587-3550 x 2562

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Library see page 58 for more information Public Schools Saratoga City Schools 3 Blue Streak Blvd 583-4700 saratogaschools.org

Chamber of Commerce Saratoga County 28 Clinton St. 584-3255 Saratoga.org

Saratoga Springs Downtown Business Association PO Box 974 587-8635 saratogadowntown.com Non-Emergency Fire 60 Lake Ave. 587-3599

Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau 60 Railroad Place, Suite 100 584-1531 www.discoversaratoga.org

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Non-Emergency Police Chief of Police Christopher Cole 5 Lake Ave. 584-1800

EMT Saratoga Emergency Corp.

166 West Ave. 584-2109

Animal Control Saratoga Springs Police Department 5 Lake Ave. 584-1800 Visitors’ Center 297 Broadway 587-3241

Parks & Attractions For a complete listing of all area attractions, please visit the Saratoga County Chamber at Saratoga.org or see pages 86 & 100 for more information

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Saratoga Arts

Galleries

Links for many of the following located on www.saratogaartsfest.org/ about/partners.php

• 70 Beekman Street Fine Art Gallery • Crafters Gallery 427 Broadway, SS • Feneex Boutique 30 Beekman Street, SS • Flores Fine Art Gallery 462 Broadway, SS • Mimosa Gallery 489 Broadway, SS • Saratoga Arts - 320 Broadway, SS • Schick Art Gallery at Skidmore College, Art Building 815 North Broadway, 2nd Floor • Spa Fine Art - 376 Broadway, SS • Spring Street Gallery 110 Spring Street, SS • Symmetry Gallery 348 Broadway, SS • Textile Studio 143 Grand Ave at Beekman, SS • The Front Room Gallery 73 Beekman St., SS • Gary Zack Studio http://garyzack.com • LaFayette Jewelry Designs http://adirondackminute.com/ lafayette-jewelry-designs

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Saratoga Performing Arts Center

an acoustically ideal amphitheater in the heart of Saratoga Spa State Park, showcases some of the nation’s best performers throughout its jam-packed summer season.

The summer home of the New York City Ballet and The Philadelphia Orchestra, SPAC makes classical, timeless performances accessible to audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Hosting everyone from iconic legends Elton John and Bob Dylan, to mainstream giants Drake and Zac Brown Band, SPAC’s summer concerts have something for every musical taste. Enjoy live music under the stars on SPAC’s ample lawn seating or opt for a more up-close experience and sit stage-side inside the amphitheatre.

Calendar of Events: www.spac.org/calendar.php

Home Made Theater

Homemadetheater.org Home Made Theater is a not-for-profit theater company committed to enhancing the cultural life of the Saratoga region. As the Resident Company in the historic Spa Little Theater we are a vital link in creating a thriving community. We believe in the ability of theater to entertain, educate and enrich people's lives. Our mission is to offer high quality theater productions of outstanding plays, produced by a dedicated group of professionally minded artists, to offer classes in the theater arts to people of all ages, and to provide the opportunity for exciting and rewarding participation in all aspects of the theater.

HMT produces a four -show season, between October and May. We offer dinner theater packages with area restaurants for the three "mainstage" productions.

Each December

we offer a "Theater for Families" production.

HMT also offers acting classes for children, teens, and adults.

Saratoga Children's Theater

www.saratogachildrenstheatre.org Enriching. Educating. Inspiring.

At Saratoga Children’s Theatre, community is the heart of our theatre. By enriching, educating and inspiring our children we capture their artistic qualities. At SCT, we not only provide a forum for creating theatre, we are building a future audience with a life-long love of the theatre arts.

Saratoga Arts – Children's Theater offerings Theater Arts Camp

www.saratoga-arts.org/ education/artcamps The Arts Center Children’s Theatre program offers parents the option of registering their children for one or two week sessions during our summer program. Our theater camp is designed to introduce children to the basics of theater and theater performance. Each session will end with the performance of a short play. Whether your child is registered for one of our 1-week sessions or for a 2-week session, campers participating in our Theater Camp will learn and experience the collaborative nature of theater. They will explore the many art forms required to bring a play to life, including the basics of character development, stage directions and set, sound and costume design. Campers will play theater, acting & improv games in a fun and supportive environment as they work toward the performance of their play on the last day of each session.

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Saratoga Shakespeare Company www.saratogashakespeare.com

Art in the Park Historic Congress Park July 7 & September 15, 10 am – 6 pm www.saratoga-arts.org

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Saratoga Museums

Brookside Museum 6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa 885-4000 www.brooksidemuseum.org info@brooksidemuseum.org Maintained by the Saratoga County Historical Society, Brookside offers classes, has five galleries, a hands-on-history room, a research library, and a gift shop. Open Tues.= Fri. from 10a.m.-4 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

The Children’s Museum at Saratoga 69 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs 584-5540 www.cmssny.org info@cmssny.org Housing 11 interactive exhibits and a hands-on art studio, children ages 2-10 can hone their creativity, grow and socialize. Open July 1 through Labor Day: Mon.-Sat. from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Sunday noon-4 p.m. and Labor Day through June: Tues.-Sat. from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Sunday noon-4:30 p.m.

Friends of Ulysses S. Grant Cottage P.O. Box 2294, Wilton 587-8277 www.grantcottage.org Grant Cottage is the historic site where Ulysses Grant spent his last days. Complete with original furnishings, Grant’s personal items, and a spectacular view of the Hudson Valley. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day: Wed.-Sun. from 10 a.m.4 p.m. Labor Day to Columbus Day: Sat. and Sun. from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

National Bottle Museum 76 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa 885-7589 www.nationalbottlemuseum.org nbottlemuseum@verizon.net The museum displays exhibits about early bottle making methods and tools, as well as handmade bottles.

The museum is also the host of numerous classes and events. Open Mon.-Fri. from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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National Museum of Dance and Hall of Fame 99 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-2225 www.dancemuseum.org rentals@dancemuseum.org The only museum in the nation dedicated to American professional dance, the National Museum of Dance is a living museum, where dance is featured in archives, exhibitions, classes and special events. Open Tues.-Sat. from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame 191 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs 584-0400 www.racingmuseum.net nmrevents@racingmuseum.net The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame displays the history of American Thoroughbreds. Visitors can enjoy exclusive Oklahoma tours, public programs and interactive galleries. There changing special exhibits that make every visit a different experience. The museum is closed until February 29 for exhibit updates.

New York State Military Museum 61 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs 581-5100 www.dmna.state.ny.us/ historic/mil-hist.htm int-historians@ng.army.mil New York State’s military history collection is housed here in a historical 1889 armory. A complete history is showcased including displays from the Revolutionary War to the current conflict in Iraq. The museum also has a military history library and archive.

Open Tues. – Sat. from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday noon-4 p.m.

Saratoga Automobile Museum 110 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs 587-1935 www.saratogaautomuseum.org info@saratogaautomuseum.com The museum commemorates New York State’s automotive heritage and features changing exhibits including antique, classic, race, Indy, sports and stock cars. The museum includes three galleries, an orientation theater and gift shop. Open June – Sept.: daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Oct.-Dec.: Tues.Sun. from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Jan.-Feb.: Wed.-

Sun. from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; and March - May: Tues.-Sun.:10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saratoga Harness Hall of Fame Jefferson St., Saratoga Springs 587-4210 A harness museum housing sulkies, old-time heroes and antique horseshoe displays.

Open May-June and Nov., Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and July- Oct., Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Saratoga Springs History Museum The Canfield Casino, Congress Park, Saratoga Springs 584-6920 www.saratogasprings-historymuseum.org historicalsociety@spa.net The Saratoga Springs History Museum has three floors of exhibits that tell the story of Saratoga Springs. The museum is open daily 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Stillwater Blockhouse Routes 4 and 32, Stillwater 664-1847 www.stillwaterny.org/visitors/cultural-attractions.asp The Blockhouse is a museum that houses information about the American Revolution and the history of the Town of Stillwater.

Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery Skidmore College, 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs 580-8080 www.skidmore.edu/tang tang@skidmore.edu One of the first interdisciplinary museums of its kind in the country, the Tang’s exhibitions and programs combine a variety of subjects with new works of international, contemporary art. The Tang also is host to artist talks, tours, films, music and children’s activities. Open Tues.-Sun. from noon-5 p.m. and Thurs. noon-9 p.m.

Wilton Heritage and Farm Museum Mt. McGregor and Parkhurst roads, Wilton www.townofwilton.com/town-historian The Wilton Heritage Society Museum, located at Mt. McGregor and Parkhurst Roads in Wilton, is open Fri.-Sun. 1-4 p.m. during June, July and August. Exhibits include a Victorian parlor, a one-room school, Wilton landmarks, Mt. McGregor and a farm annex.

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Winterfest Weekend: February 1-3, 2013 – The annual Winterfest in downtown Saratoga Springs is a great chance to get out of the house and enjoy dozens of wintertime activities with the family. There’s wine tastings, ski and snowshoe tours and the main event, Chowderfest.

Chowderfest: February 2, 2013 – The Spa City’s annual Chowderfest is one of the most anticipated events all year. Businesses from all over Saratoga Springs concoct different chowders to be judged by the people who’d know best – the people of Saratoga Springs.

Saratoga Beer Week – Late February, 2013 – Beer Week is Saratoga Springs’ newest annual event that brings an array of breweries and master brewers to the city for dozens of events at local nightlife venues.

The week culminates in a Beer Summit at Saratoga Springs City Center, where you can sample hundreds of interesting brews.

Saratoga Restaurant Week – Mid-March, 2013 – For all the “foodies” out there, Saratoga Restaurant Week is your chance to try a special menu prepared by participating restaurants. Each restaurant offers a three-course option, all for a fixed price.

SaratogaArtsFest – June 7-10, 2012 – This event celebrates the dance, film, music, theater, and visual-art in Saratoga Springs and upstate New York. Come see and experience the talents of local, regional and national artists during the annual citywide, four-day festival.

Saratoga Brewfest – June 16, 2012 – This annual event is the place to be for all the craft beer aficionados in Saratoga.

Breweries from all over the Northeast converge on Saratoga County Fairgrounds for an afternoon of food, fun and craft beer.

Parrot Head Festival – June 23, 2012 – Calling all Jimmy Buffet fans! For the first time ever, Saratoga Springs is going to feel a whole lot more like Margaritaville when the Parrot Head Festival comes to town. Buffet-

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fans and partygoers alike will get down to the sounds of the nation’s leading Jimmy Buffet tribute act and enjoy the island themed festival like a cheeseburger in paradise.

35th Anniversary Saratoga Freihofer's Jazz Festival – June 30-July 1, 2012 – The jazziest event in Saratoga Springs is without question the annual Freihofer’s Jazz Festival. The event brings some of the biggest names in jazz to Saratoga Performing Arts Center with two stages of performers, a craft fair and lots of other musical events.

Race Course Opening Day – July 20, 2012 – Saratoga Springs’ most famous attraction is its historic race course. The six-week track meet kicks off July 20 with the annual Hats Off Festival, featuring live music throughout downtown and hundreds of stunning hats competing in a variety of categories for top honors. The racing season continues throughout the enchanting mornings and exciting until close on Labor Day. The race course has long been known as the “summertime place to be!”

Travers Stakes Race – August 25, 2012 – The crown jewel of the summer horse racing schedule, the Travers Stakes is known as “the Mid-Summer Derby.” World class race horses, trainers and breeders take their shot at the $1 million purse for winning. The 2012 race will be the 143rd running of the Travers Stakes.

Saratoga Final Stretch – September 1-2, 2012 – As the racing season winds down in Saratoga Springs, celebrate the end of summer with the Final Stretch celebration. Enjoy live music downtown, including jazz, bluegrass, classical, folk, country, Dixieland and more.

12th Annual Saratoga Wine & Food and Fall Ferrari Festival – September 7, 2012 – This event is a celebration of fine wine, fine food and fine cars. Automobile enthusiasts from all over the Northeast descend on Saratoga for a weekend filled with fast cars and gour-

met food. The Grand Tasting event features over 250 different vintages of wine for sampling.

Saratoga Springs Fall Festival – October 27-28, 2012 – Downtown Saratoga celebrates the beautiful fall season during the last weekend of October. Enjoy spooky trolley rides, a petting zoo, trick-or-treating, pumpkin rolling races, arts and crafts, cupcake decorating, live music and more.

Victorian Street Walk – November 29 – Join downtown Saratoga Springs as it celebrates the beginning of the holiday season with music, magic, gingerbread house displays, choral groups, Victorian costumes, live reindeer and countless venues featuring live music and entertainment.

Saratoga Festival of Trees – November 29 – December 2, 2012 – Be the first to walk amid hundreds of beautiful, twinkling trees, wreaths, centerpieces and other holiday items available for viewing and for sale at the Saratoga Springs City Center.

Enjoy a special breakfast with Santa, build holiday crafts with Frosty and Rudolph, or just take in the stunning holiday decorations.

Saratoga County Restaurant Week – November 30 – December 6, 2012 – Enjoy many of Saratoga’s fine restaurants and establishments during the holiday season’s Restaurant Week.

Enjoy some of the best food the area has to offer, all at a reasonable fixed price.

First Night Saratoga: December 31, 2012 – In case you can’t make it to Times Square, Saratoga Springs is the home of New York’s second biggest New Year’s Eve celebration. First Night Saratoga is an alcohol-free event for the whole family. Ring in the New Year with the festive music and entertainment in downtown Saratoga.

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he Saratoga Race Course is famous the world over, drawing some of the globe’s top owners, trainers, jockeys and Thoroughbreds to its beautiful and historic grounds for many of the biggest meets in the nation. Located off of Union Avenue in Saratoga Springs, fans both casual and diehard have come to the racetrack since it first opened in 1863 to enjoy world-class entertainment and experience the excitement during the seven-week summer season.

The 350-acre racetrack begins its Summer 2012 season Friday, July 20, and will run for 40 days until close on Labor Day, Monday, September 3. Able to accommodate 50,000 guests at once, the Saratoga Race Course also offers trackside dining for up to 2,200 guests, and can seat 18,000 in the beautiful grandstand, private boxes, luxury suites, at the picnic tables, benches and more.

The Saratoga Race Course offers a wide variety of dining options for guests to try, from vendors placed strategically across the grounds to the open-air Turf Terrace Dining Room. Guests may also visit The Club Terrace, located behind the box seating area on the second floor of the Clubhouse; the At the Rail Pavilion, featuring trackside viewing of the races in a climate-controlled environment; the second-floor Carousel Restaurant, overlooking the scenic picnic area; or the Porch at track-level, located in an open air environment just a few feet away from the outside rail. Every racing day from 7 – 9:30 a.m., guests are also invited to enjoy a long-standing tradition, the buffet breakfast served on The Porch. Lastly, the Jim Dandy Bar offers a sophisticated, comfortable experience for adults looking to relax and take in the races.

The Saratoga Race Course has something for everyone, for through-and-through fans, casual observers, families, youngsters and everyone in between. So come and visit the thrilling and historic Saratoga Race Course for a truly unforgettable experience.

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eaturing over 1,700 slot machines, three restaurants, a nightclub and the famed half-mile harness horse racing track, Saratoga Casino and Raceway boasts a huge variety of entertainment, dining, racing and nightlife options all in one location, making it one of the most exciting attractions in Saratoga Springs.

Open seven days a week off of Crescent Avenue in Saratoga Springs, the casino offers yearround entertainment with some of the industry’s hottest and latest games, including slot machines, video poker, electronic roulette, electronic craps and more. Wager one penny or $25 a pop – for casual gamers or big spenders – there are many options to choose from for those 18 and over on the gaming floor.

But gaming is only part of the equation. Come experience the thrill of live harness racing around the stunning half-mile track, open from March through December each year. View live races along the rail, from the comfort of the lower clubhouse, in the Grandstand, or while taking in a meal at Fortunes Restaurant or Lucky Joe’s.

Guests can also watch and wager on racing on one of the many televisions located along the Mezzanine floor.

As day fades into night, the Vapor Night Club comes alive.

Featuring live bands, DJs, special events, celebrity appearances and more, Vapor is one of the trendiest hot spots in Saratoga Springs.

Gaming, racing, dining and entertainment – Saratoga Casino and Raceway has it all.

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olo may be the sport of kings, but at the scenic Whitney Field in Saratoga Springs, Saratoga Polo has something to offer for everyone.

Located at 2 Bloomfield Road in Saratoga, the 2012 Polo season begins Friday, July 6 and runs through Labor Day, Monday, September 3. With over 100 years of history at the local grounds, fans new and old are treated to full, panoramic views of the exciting matches and fast-paced action with some of the best polo teams from all over the world.

Enjoy The Clubhouse, featuring excellent seats to watch the games while enjoying light dining faire and drinks in a comfortable, air-conditioned setting. Or try The Clubhouse porch to enjoy the open air, where fans can relax in corporate or personal box seats, or sit back in the surrounding fieldside seating.

Guests can also pack a picnic basket and enjoy the evening’s entertainment on the general admission lawn. A family favorite, get up close to the polo action in a casual setting, where even the dog is welcome to attend. Refreshments can also be purchased on the grounds, and handy guides to understanding the game are also made available.

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Saratoga Springs Public Library 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs 584-7860 • www.sspl.org

Your Saratoga Springs Public Library is a hub of community activity, serving over half a million visitors of all ages each year. Our collection of books, magazines, recorded books, music and movies has something for everyone. The library is located in the heart of downtown Saratoga Springs, just one block from Broadway. We're open seven days a week, year 'round, and offer a broad array of programs for the whole family. Our website, www.sspl.org, provides 24/7 access to the library's catalog. Your library card is a key to a world of information, entertainment, and ideas.

The library is chartered to serve the Saratoga Springs School District, which includes the City of Saratoga Springs, and portions of the towns of Wilton, Greenfield, Milton and Malta. Some high-demand portions of our collection, such as feature films on DVD and New and Popular books, are reserved for lending to district residents and members of the Ex-Libris Society of the Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library. A member of the Southern Adirondack Library System and part of a joint automation agreement with libraries in the Mohawk Valley Library System, we share a catalog and have reciprocal borrowing arrangements with libraries in an eight-county region.

Hours: Monday - Thursday 9 am - 9 pm Friday 9 am - 6 pm Saturday 9 am - 5 pm Sunday Noon - 5 pm Closed most major holidays.

Year ‘Round Activities Saratoga Springs Public Library offers a full slate of activities for every member of the family, including: • Intermediate Bridge Classes • Teen Room – The Teen Room is open to students in grades 6-12 after school. This is not a quiet area of the library.

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• TAG: Teen Advisory Group, allowing teens to have a say in library programs • Holistic Health Programs • Story Times for children's various developmental stages • Summer Reading Program designed to help school kids maintain their reading skills over the summer break.

The Children's Room also sponsors some very special annual programs, including • Live reindeer visits during holiday time • Coordinating library visits for every third grade classroom in the school district • Hatching chicks in the spring • Gingerbread house making programs in the winter, and • An annual Mother's Day visit from real live llamas • Computer Workstations: Library cardholders may use workstations in the library's Computer Center for up to two hours per day. Workstations not only provide Internet access, but also have a number of productivity software programs, such as word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

Some Special Services: • AskUs 24/7: Even when we’re closed, a live professional librarian is at your service 24 hours a day through this chat-based online service. Visit the library’s website, www.sspl.org, choose the “Contact Us” link, and click on AskUs 24/7 to be connected with a librarian anytime.

• Computer Classes: Regularly scheduled computer classes for different skill levels will help to keep your knowledge up-to-date. Watch the library's website (www.sspl.org) for schedule and registration information.

• Meeting Rooms: Nonprofit organizations in the library's service area may apply to use library meeting rooms at no charge • Premium Online Content: Tired of being unsure about the quality of information returned from search engines

on the World Wide Web? Our website, www.sspl.org is a portal to a number of reliable, content-rich online databases for homework, research, reading suggestions and entrepreneurship.

• SALON: Southern Adirondack Library On-Demand is your online home for downloadable digital audiobooks and a small but growing selection of eBooks. Library cardholders may browse and download digital content for use on home computers or portable devices.

• The Saratoga Room: Our special collection focusing on books and other printed Saratoga memorabilia is a must stop for visitors, newcomers, and researchers hoping to learn more about Saratoga Springs' rich and colorful history.

• Homebound Service: Being homebound doesn't have to mean missing out on library service. Residents of our service area who are temporarily or permanently unable to travel to the library may qualify to receive visits from a member of the library's staff who will deliver books and other materials directly to your door.

• The Book Bag Shop: The Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library operate this used book store inside the library. Here you'll find some of the best book bargains around, and proceeds of sales support library programs and services.

• Higher Grounds Caffè: Operated by Kimberlie Till, the Higher Grounds Caffè offers delicious coffee and espresso drinks, and a variety of pastries, soups, salads, and sandwiches.

Please note that hours for the Book Bag Shop and Higher Grounds Caffè differ from general library hours.

• VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Program Tax assistance provided by the Saratoga County VITA Program (sponsored by the IRS).

• Literacy New York Greater Capital Region Literacy NY provides private and small group instruction by trained volunteers to individuals wishing to improve reading, writing and English speaking skills. Each June we will kick off our Summer Reading Program with the READ RUN 5 K. For more information visit www.readrunforliteracy.org. WH SaratogaTODAYNewspaper.com

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Voted a local favorite in 2009, 2010 and 2011, Violet’s & Stella’s of Saratoga is a women’s clothing and shoe boutique located in downtown Saratoga Springs, NY. Violet’s opened in 2007 and Stella’s joined in 2010. Since then owner Laura Farrar has been dedicated to offering women stylish dresses, designer denim, designer shoes and handbags at attractive prices.

The boutique houses looks for every occasion, from weekend casual to special events. Owned and operated by women, we are dedicated to helping women feel confident and beautiful.

Open just two years, Spoken Boutique has quickly taken off.

Voted a community favorite in 2010, 2011 and 2012, Spoken is definitely being "Spoken" about.

Owner, Pam Worth uses her over 29 years of experience as a buyer and merchandiser to create and deliver a one-of-akind shopping experience. Unwaivering in understanding how women feel challanged when it comes to clothing choices in the market, Pam uses an honest approach helping her customers select and feel comfortable in their clothes.

"Being honest has always been my foundation for any sale."

Enter the store and you will see why Spoken was recently recognized by a national blog for "exceptional visual merchandising." Located in a sunny spot with natural lighting, Spoken’s signature cedar chandelier softly spins as you take in all this unique store has to offer. Thoughtfully laid out and carefully edited, Pam makes her choices based on her customers’ requests, comments, lifestyle and needs. From beautiful clothing to great accessories and jewelry, you will not be dissappointed.

We invite you to stop in. Enjoy a cup of fresh coffee and Pam's homemade biscotti, and see what a true shopping experience should be. Great merchandise and an honest helpful staff. Then, you too,will see what is being "Spoken" about.

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Schuylerville

Official Town Website: VillageOfSchuylerville.org • Zip Code: 12871

Conveniently located just 10 minutes east of Exit 14, making this a very accessible bedroom community off the Northway. Located along the banks of the Hudson River, the Village has scenic beauty and recreational activities to offer, a number of Revolutionary War and Old Champlain Canal historical attractions to explore, as well as a charming, resurging downtown.

Village Phone Number 695-3881

Village of Schuylerville Mayor John J. Sherman Municipal Center 35 Spring St. Village Clerk Anna M. Welfley

Deputy Clerk/Treasurer Rose E. Decker

Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer Gil Albert Village Historian Kristine Saddlemire Planning Board Robert Foster DPW 695-3675

Post Office 25 Ferry St. 695-9221

Library 52 Ferry Street 695-6641 sals.edu/schuylerville.shtml

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Public School Schuylerville Central School 14 Spring St. 695-3255

Local Chamber Schuylerville Area Chamber of Commerce PO Box 19, Schuylerville, NY 12871 695-5268 schuylervillechamber.org Non-Emergency Fire 695-3298 43 Spring St. EMS 695-6821

State Trooper 695-3626 30 Ferry St. Sheriff 885-6761

Animal Control Town of Saratoga Offices 695-3644

Visitors’ Center Esther Blair, Marion Delteer Fort Hardy Park 695-4159

Old Saratoga Historical Assoc.

Kristine Saddlemire 695-3881

Parks Fort Hardy Park 695-4159

Greater Schuylerville Youth Program at Fort Hardy 695-6100 schuylervillepark.com Rt 29 across from the Farmer’s Daughter Ice Cream

Historic Attractions Revolutionary War Markers on the North Side of Schuylerville as well as 1.5 miles of hiking along the Old Champlain Canal, boating & fishing on the Hudson River.

lakestolocks.com Hudson River Activities (For more information on the following historic sites, please visit revolutionaryday.com/usroute4/schuylerville) General Philip Schuyler House Saratoga Monument Route 4 Burgoyne Ave. 664-9821

Stark’s Knob (Northumberland) off Route 4 695-4159

Senior Services Together, the Town of Saratoga, the Saratoga County Office of the Aging & Capitaland Taxi are offering a free service designed to assist Schuylerville seniors with needed transportation. Senior citizens wishing to use the service must make reservations through the Office of the Aging by calling 884-4100.

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Towns - South Glens Falls

South Glens Falls Official Town Website: sgfny.com • Zip Code: 12803

South Glens falls residents pride themselves in the high quality of life enjoyed in the Village, excellent public facilities and infrastructure, interesting and diverse opportunities, positive outlooks, business friendly, exceptional acceptance by industry and commerce and school system all within a reasonable tax structure.

Village Complex 46 Saratoga Avenue South Glens Falls, NY 12803 793-1455 Mayor Keith W. Donohue 793-1455 Deputy Mayor Edward J. LaFave 793-1455

Village Clerk Dannae Bock 793-1455

South Glens Falls, NY 12803 792-1674

EMS Moreau Emergency Squad Inc 1583 Rt. 9 Fort Edward, NY 12828

Public Schools South Glens Falls Central School District 6 Bluebird Rd. South Glens Falls, NY 12803 793-9617

DPW Superintendent Brian Abare 792-4033

Animal Control Edwin Robbins 743-0148

Building Inspector Joe Patricke 321-0089

Police South Glens Falls Police Department 5 West Marion Avenue South Glens Falls, NY 12803 792-4173 or 792-6336 Fire South Glens Falls Fire Department Station 1 7 West Marion Avenue

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Stillwater

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Official Town Website: VillageOfStillwater.com • Zip Code: 12170

Centrally located between Saratoga Springs and Clifton Park along the Hudson River, this beautiful and historic community is known as "The Site of the Turning Point of the American Revolution.” The Battle of Freeman’s Farm and the Battle of Bemis Heights were fought here in 1777, paved the way for freedom and set the stage for settlement of this community along the banks of the mighty and noble Hudson River.

Village of Stillwater Mayor Ernest Martin, Sr. 664-8475 Village Hall 1 School St. Stillwater NY 12170 664-6258 Village Clerk Patti Ryan 664-6258

Building Inspector Lynn Goman 664-6258 DPW John Scott 664-7781

Post Office Hudson Ave. 664-7980

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Library Stillwater Free Library 72 South Hudson Ave. 664-6255 stillwater.sals.edu

Public Schools Stillwater Central School District 334 North Hudson Ave. 373-6100 csd.org Non-Emergency Police Chief of Police Chief Latham 664-4611 Ext. 1 1 Lansing Rd.

Fire Chief Tony Conti Newland-Wood Fire Dept.

664-3617

EMT Stillwater Ambulance Fund

664-8012 283 North Hudson Ave. Dog Control Officer Clayton Russom 253-4663

Community Center Stillwater Area Community Services Center Palmer St. 664-2515

Attractions For more information on the following attractions, etc. please see the town website at stillwaterny.org • A Walk Through Stillwater’s History • Abigail Powers Filimore, First Lady • The Battle of Freeman’s Farm • The Battle of Saratoga Reenactment • Brown’s Beach Resort • Champlain Canal Byway • Saratoga National Historical Park • Stillwater Players among others • The Stillwater Blockhouse Museum

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Wilton

Official Town Website: TownOfWilton.com • Zip Code: 12831

Easily accessed from Exits 15 or 16, close to everything... yet a destination on its own! Wilton has a lot to offer with its shopping areas, good schools, proximity to Saratoga Springs and its commitment to children, recreation and the various ongoing “quality of life” projects in process. It truly is a great place to live.

Town Supervisor Arthur J. Johnson 587-1939 Town Hall 22 Traver Rd. 587-1939

Town Clerk/Tax Receiver Carol Maynard 587-1939 ext # 501 Supervising Building Inspector Mark Mykins 587-1939 x 503 Assessor Kathy Austin 587-1939 ext 502

Highway Superintendent Kirklin Woodcock 584-4588 Engineer & Director of Planning

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Post Offices Gansevoort Post Office 793-1098 Town Historian Jeanne Woutersz 581-8646

Post Offices Wilton Post Office 583-3880 Justice Court 587-1980

Senior Center Bobbi Lant 18 Traver Rd. 587-6363 Tues/Thurs 9-3

Non-Emergency Police State Police

583-7000 Saratoga County Sherriff 885-6761

Fire Wilton Fire District 270 Ballard Rd., Gansevoort 584-3338 EMS Wilton Emergency Squad 1 Harran Ln. 587-5590

Public Schools Saratoga City School District 3 Blue Streak Blvd.

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 583-4700 saratogaschools.org Schuylerville Central School District 14 Spring St. Schuylerville, NY 12871 695-3255 schuylervilleschools.org

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South Glens Falls School District 6 Bluebird Road South Glens Falls, NY 12803 793-9617 sgfallssd.org Water and Sewer Authority 581-8626 Animal Control Ron Stunzi, DCO Joan Stunzi Ass’t. DCO 587-2291

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Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park 80 Scout Rd. Gansevoort 450-0321

Parks and Recreation Gavin Park Stephen Porto, Director 584-9455 Signature Event Park Fest Wilton Community Day

Watch for upcoming date: townofwilton.com/ community-day/

Historic Attractions Wilton Heritage Society 5 Parkhurst Rd., Gansevoort 583-3645 Grant’s Cottage 1000 Mt. McGregor Rd., Gansevoort 584-4353

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Saratoga Hospital

Medical - Saratoga Hospital

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Saratoga Hospital has long been the region’s leading health care provider. We offer comprehensive, compassionate care at three centrally-located campuses in Saratoga Springs, Malta and Wilton. We provide additional outpatient services in other key locations, chosen specifically to make quality care available, close to home, for as many people as possible.

More detailed information about our services and facilities can be found at www.saratogahospital.org.

Saratoga Hospital Campus, 211 Church St., Saratoga Springs The heart of our organization is Saratoga Hospital, the only acute care facility in Saratoga County.

For more than 100 years, we have been the community’s hospital. We are the place to turn for everything from emergency and intensive care to maternity services, radiation oncology, and robotic surgery.

Following are just some of the services available on the Saratoga Hospital campus.

• 24/7 emergency medical care at the Alfred Z. Solomon Emergency Center • Cancer care at the Mollie Wilmot Radiation Oncology Center (580-2800) • Maternity and other women’s health services at the newly-re ovated William J. Hickey Women’s Health Services unit • Same-day surgery • Cardiac services • Outpatient laboratory services • Medical imaging • Outpatient testing―cardiac, 66 | Welcome Home

vascular, pulmonary and neurological procedures―in our Diagnostic Center (583-8408) • Gastric lap banding surgery • Orthopedic surgery in our newlyrenovated Orthopedic Center • Inpatient rehabilitation through our Regional Therapy Center

Also located on the Saratoga Hospital Campus: • Saratoga Care Nursing Home (36 beds, including eight skilled rehabilitation beds) • Saratoga Hospital Foundation (583-8340), the philanthropic arm of the Saratoga Hospital organization Wilton Campus, 3040-3050 Route 50, Wilton (off Northway Exit 15) Our Wilton campus is home to a broad range of outpatient services, from urgent care, family medicine, and women’s imaging to outpatient surgery and specialty care, including diabetes and pain management services.

Wilton Medical Arts, 3040 Route 50 (580-2273) • Walk-in urgent care, 7 a.m. -9 p.m.

Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Saturday, and 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Sunday • Women’s imaging―digital mammography, breast MRI and ultrasound, and DEXA scanning forosteoporosis―at the Women’s Imaging Center • Medical imaging: X-ray, CT, PET/CT, MRI, ultrasound, cardiac scoring • Laboratory services • Free cancer screenings for uninsured and underinsured men and women: Wednesdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; appointments required. (580-2132) Saratoga Surgery Center, 3050 Route 50 (693-4400) • Outpatient surgery: non-critical procedures such as eye surgery,

aparoscopic surgery, hernia repair, and ear, nose and throat surgery Saratoga Family Physicians, 3044 Route 50 (886-5800) • Family medicine for patients of all ages The Saratoga Center for Endocrinology and Diabetes, 3050 Route 50 (886-5100) • Comprehensive care and management of disorders of the endocrine system, including diabetes, thyroid conditions, infertility, cholesterol problems, and disorders of he pituitary, adrenal, and other glands Pain Management Center, 3050 Route 50 (886-5100) Saratoga Center for General and Minimally Invasive Surgery, 3050 Route 50 (693-4418) Malta Campus—New, larger campus opening soon at Saratoga Medical Park at Malta (off Northway Exit 12) Malta Medical Arts, 2388 Route 9, Malta. (289-2020) • Walk-in urgent care, 7 a.m.-9 p.m.

Monday through Friday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

Saturday, and 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday.

• Medical imaging: X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound • Laboratory services • Corporate Health Services Coming in early 2013: 24/7 emergent care center at Saratoga Medical Park at Malta • Joint venture with Albany Medical Center • Care provided by emergency-trained physicians and staff • Medical imaging: X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound SaratogaTODAYNewspaper.com

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Galway Family Health, Route 147, Sacandaga Rd., Galway (882-6955) • Family medicine for patients of all ages Saratoga Family Health, 119 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs (584-7361) • Family medicine for patients of all ages Schuylerville Family Health, 200 Broad St., Schuylerville (695-3668) • Family medicine for patients of all ages A highly-skilled medical staff: With a medical staff of over 450 physicians and other credentialed providers, we offer care in most medical specialties For more information or a referral, call our HealthSource line, 24/7, at 580-2450 or toll-free at (866) 580-2450.

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Hospitals

Saratoga Hospital 211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs 587-3222, saratogahospital.org

Family Medicine

Galway Family Health Route 147, Sacandaga Road, Galway 882-6955, saratogahospital.org Saratoga Family Health 119 Lawrence St, Saratoga Springs 584-7361. saratogahospital.org Saratoga Family Physicians 3044 Route 50, Wilton 886-5800, saratogahospital.org Schuylerville Family Health 200 Broad Street, Schuylerville 695-3668. saratogahospital.org Outpatient Specialty Care Mollie Wilmot Radiation Oncology Center 211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs 580.2800, saratogahospital.org

Pain Management Center, a Service of Saratoga Hospital 3050 Route 50, Wilton 886-5100, saratogahospital.org The Saratoga Center for Endocrinology and Diabetes 3050 Route 50, Wilton 886-5100, saratogahospital.org

Diagnostic Centers and Lab Sites

Malta Medical Arts 2388 Route 9, Malta 289-2020, saratogahospital.org Wilton Medical Arts 3040 Route 50, Wilton 580-2273, saratogahospital.org Saratoga Hospital Lab 211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs 587-3222, saratogahospital.org

Urgent Care

Malta Medical Arts 2388 Route 9, Malta 289-2020, saratogahospital.org Wilton Medical Arts 3040 Route 50, Wilton 580-2273, saratogahospital.org

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Off-Campus Facilities Regional Therapy Center (583-8383) Four outpatient locations: 225 Washington St., Saratoga Springs Wilton Medical Arts, 3040 Route 50 6 Care Lane, Saratoga Springs 100 Saratoga Village Blvd., Suite 34, Ballston Spa • Physical therapy • Occupational therapy • Speech-language pathology • Ready-to-Work Services • Aquatic therapy • Cardiac rehabilitation • Pulmonary rehabilitation • The Health and Fitness Gym

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Local

Medical Listings

Hospitals

SARATOGA COUNTY Four Winds Psychiatric Hospital 30 Crescent Ave. Saratoga Springs 584-3600, fourwindshospital.com

Mollie Wilmot Radiation OncologyCenter

211 Church Street Saratoga Springs 580-2800, saratogacare.org

Saratoga Hospital

211 Church St., Saratoga Springs 587-3222, saratogacare.org

Saratoga Surgery Center

3050 Route 50 N, Saratoga Springs 693-4400, saratogacare.org

ALBANY COUNTY Albany Medical Center

43 New Scotland Ave., Albany 262-3125, amc.edu

Albany Memorial Hospital 600 Northern Blvd., Albany 471-3221 nehealth.com/ medical_care/amh/

St. Peter’s Hospital

315 South Manning Blvd., Albany 525-1550 sphcs.org

VA Medical Center

113 Holland Ave., Albany 626-5000 albany.va.gov

FULTON COUNTY St. Mary’s Hospital

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St. Mary’s Hospital Memorial Campus

4988 State Highway 30, Amsterdam 842-3100, smha.org

Nathan Littauer Hospital 99 E. State St., Gloversville 725-8621, nlh.org

RENSSELAER COUNTY Samaritan Hospital

2215 Burdett Ave., Troy 271-3300 nehealth.com/medical_care/sam/

Seton Health / St. Mary’s Hospital

1300 Massachusetts Ave, Troy 268-5000, setonhealth.org

SCHENECTADY COUNTY Ellis Medicine Bellevue Women’s Center 2210 Troy Rd., Niskayuna 346-9400, ellismedicine.org

Ellis Medicine

1101 Nott St., Schenectady 243-4000, ellismedicine.org

Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital 1270 Belmont Ave. Schenectady, 382-4500 Sunnyview.org

WARREN COUNTY Glens Falls Hospital

100 Park St., Glens Falls 926-1000, glensfallshospital.org

C.R. Wood Cancer Center

102 Park St., Glens Falls 926-6620, glensfallshospital.org

Family Health Centers Clifton Park Family Practice Group

1 Tallow Wood Park Dr., Clifton Park 373-4500 Setonhealth.org

Galway Family Health

5344 Sacandaga Rd, Galway 882-6955 saratogacare.org

Malta Medical Arts

2388 Route 9, Mechanicville, 289-2024 saratogacare.org

Mechanicville Family Health Center

202 S. Central Ave., Mechanicville 664-3242 Setonhealth.org

Saratoga Family Health

119 Lawrence St., Saratoga, 584-7361 saratogacare.org

Saratoga Family Physicians

3044 Rt. 50N, Saratoga Springs 886-5800

Schuylerville Family Health

200 Broad St., Schuylerville, 695-3668 saratogacare.org

Seton Health Home Care

77 Van Dam St., Saratoga Springs, 583-7076 setonhealth.org

Stillwater Family Health Center 111 Hudson Ave., Stillwater 664-3242 Setonhealth.org

The Medical Center at Wilton 135 North Rd., Wilton, 926-1900 glensfallshospital.org

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3040 Route 50 north, Saratoga, 580-2273 saratogacare.org

Diagnostic Centers and Lab Sites

Medical

Wilton Medical Arts

Hear For You

2911 Rt. 9 bldg. 2 Malta, 583-0471 hearforyou.info

Hearing Care Resources, LLC

12 Mountain Ledge Drive, Suite #2 Wilton, 580-0080 hearing.pro

ImageCare Saratoga

Suite 140, 1 West Medical Saratoga Springs, 584-5000 communitycare.com

Rubin Dialysis Center

59-C Myrtle St., Saratoga Springs 587-1919, rubindialysis.org

Saratoga Hearing Center

Saratoga Medical Arts Building Suite 800 414 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs 584-0578 albanyhearclear.com

Saratoga Hospital Lab

211 Church St., Saratoga 583-8440 Fax 580-2806 saratogacare.org

Saratoga Imaging Center

3 Care Lane, Suite 100 Saratoga Springs 587-7773 adirondackradiology.com

Medical Spa

Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery, PC 7 Wells Street Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 518-583-4019 www.yarinsky.com SaratogaTODAYNewspaper.com

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Healthy Living

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Living

Situated in the foothills of the Adirondacks, Saratoga County is known for many things, one of which is the healthy, vibrant and active communities and people who make up this great region.

Whether you are new to the area, a seasoned athlete, or just looking to get a little healthier, the following list should help you on your way:

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Running Clubs

Fleet Feet Sports New Balance No Boundaries 5K Training Program in Spa State Park (518) 459-3338 www.fleetfeetalbany.com Saratoga Stryders P.O. Box 1467 Saratoga Springs info@saratogastryders.org SaratogaStryders.org Capital District Road Runners Club www.capitaldistrictrrc.org

Albany Running Exchange www.albanyrunning exchange.org

Biking Clubs

Saratoga Cycling Club Elevate Cycles (518) 587-0455 info@saratogacyclingclub.com saratogacyclingclub.com Mohawk Hudson Cycling Club www.webmhcc.org

Organized Bike Ride Resource

Saratoga Healthy Transportation Network: www.healthytransportation.org

Hiking Resource

Adirondack Mountain Club (518) 668-4447 www.adk.org

Swimming Teams and Pools

Lakeridge Farm Recreation Center 960 Saratoga Road, Ballston Lake (518) 384-1604

Stingrays Swim Team Saratoga Regional YMCA 290 West Ave., Saratoga Springs (518) 583-9622 x103 ymcasaratoga.org/aquatics_ swimteam Barracudas Swim Team Southern Saratoga YMCA 1 Wall Street, Clifton Park (518) 371-2139 BarracudasWithBite.com

Clifton Park-Halfmoon Piranhas Coach Chuck Dunham (518) 881-0600 ext 54582 teamunify.com Ballston Spa High School 220 Ballston Ave. Ballston Spa (518) 884-7150 x 2324 bscsd.org

Victoria and Peerless Pools Saratoga Spa State Park 19 Roosevelt Dr. Saratoga Springs (518) 584-2535 nysparks.com Mechanicville Town Pool 188 Route 146 (518) 456-4446 Ballston Spa Village Pool Ralph Street ballston.org

Waterford Town Swimming Pool 36 Ballston Street (518) 235-4414 Sand Bar Beach Moreau Lake State Park 605 Old Saratoga Road (518) 793-0511 nysparks.com

Ice Skating

Saratoga Springs Ice Skating Rink 30 Weibel Avenue Saratoga Springs (518) 583-3462

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Clifton Park Ice Arena 16 Clifton Common Blvd Clifton Park (518) 383-5440 cliftonparkarena.com

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Farmers’ Markets

Saratoga County is one of the healthiest counties in the state, and there are plenty of reasons why. For one, it certainly doesn’t hurt that we have access to fresh, local and organic foods at our area farmers’ markets.

Saratoga Springs Farmers’ Market

The Saratoga Springs Farmers’ Market is a great yearround place to find fresh fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, local meat and dairy products and so much more.

The market started in 1978 as a small group of vendors in a parking lot and has since grown to more than 50 vendors.

Last year, the market was named the best in the state for medium-sized markets, and second-best in the country!

Supporting local business is very important to the communities in Saratoga County, something that is especially true of the local farmers’ market. All of the vendors and their products must be produced locally (from within Saratoga, Schenectady, Washington and Rensselaer counties). As is stated on the market’s website, this means that when you shop at the market, you are buying unique products and supporting our community and our economy. The only exception to the “only local” rule is fresh Long Island-caught fish.

From May to October, the farmers’ market is outdoors on

High Rock Ave. in downtown Saratoga Springs. Shop outdoors and under the High Rock pavilion two days a week: on Wednesday from 3-6 p.m. and then Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. You’ll find an incredible assortment of fruits, vegetables, herbs, locally-made dressings, jams, sauces, crafts, baked goods and dairy products in addition to local plants for your garden.

There’s nothing better than fresh local veggies in the winter – here, in Saratoga Springs, you can taste that freshness all year-long! From November to April, the farmers’ market moves indoors to Division Street Elementary School, located at 220 Division Street in Saratoga Springs. The market is open each Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

The winter market is famous for its variety. You’ll find organically-grown winter veggies (including salad greens and tomatoes), meat, fish, cheese, yogurt, milk, honey, jam, pickles, organic soaps and much, much more! Plus, vendors offer ready-made foods so you can enjoy a breakfast sandwich or cider doughnut while you shop.

There’s much more to the Saratoga Springs Farmers’ Market experience than grocery shopping. This lively market is also a great place to meet friends, connect with your community and enjoy entertainment and family-friendly events. From chef demonstrations to live music, there’s always something fun happening at the market. Stop by and check it out!

For more information, visit www.saratogafarmersmarket.org.

Plus, check out Saratoga TODAY’s food page each week for recipes straight from the farmers’ market, written by market coordinator Suzanne Voigt.

Prestwick Chase at Saratoga

Prestwick Chase at Saratoga, a 55+ senior living community located at 100 Saratoga Boulevard, hosts its own farmers’ market every Monday from 3-6 p.m. June 4 through October 1, with the exception of Labor Day. Stop by and shop for local produce, seafood, crafts and other goods.

The market is open to the public. For more information, visit www.prestwickchasefarmersmarket.com.

Clifton Park

The Saratoga Springs Farmers’ Market extends to Clifton Park from June 23 to October. You’ll find the same level of quality and exceptional local products at the Clifton Park Market held Thursday from 1-5 p.m. in the parking lot of St. George’s Church, which is located at 912 Route 146 (just one mile west of Northway Exit 9).

Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market

The village of Ballston Spa has a thriving downtown with a fabulous year-round market.

From June through September, the market is held outdoors in Wiswall Park (corner of Front and Low streets) on Thursday from 3-6 p.m. and then Saturday from 9 a.m.noon.

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Extension) one Saturday per month. For details, visit www.localharvest.org.

Sponsored by the Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association, the market boasts a great variety of products and vendors that highlight our region’s agricultural offerings. You’ll find local produce, perennials, annuals, hanging baskets, bedding plants, herbs, fall mums, houseplants, dish and desert gardens, fresh cut flower bouquets, locally raised meat, pastured chicken, farm fresh eggs, maple syrup, honey, jams, garlic spreads, gourmet cheese spreads, stone ground flours, sprouts, local wines, culinary

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lavender and specialty foods like custom blended herb and spice mixes, mustards, granolas, hummus, and imported olive oil. The market also features a large assortment of baked goods including pies, cookies, cupcakes, crackers, bread, and pastries, as well as handcrafted items like custom embroidery, jewelry, candles, soap and fair trade items.

What’s more, the Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market offers live entertainment and family-friendly activities throughout the summer.

For more information and great local recipes, visit www.localharvest.org.

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Food Stores

Four Seasons Natural Foods 33 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs (518) 584-4670 www.fourseasonsnaturalfoods.com

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Basic Foods 585 Saratoga Rd., Glenville (518) 399-2742 www.basicfoods.com/ products.htm

Gyms Clubs

Crossfit Clifton Park 1580 Route 9, Clifton Park, NY 12065 (518) 250-9348 www.albanycrossfit.com/ clifton-park

Curves of Greenwich 2530 Route 40, Greenwich, 12834 (518) 692-8899 • www.curves.com

Feral Crossfit 165 High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518) 774-4880 www.feralcrossfit.drupalgardens.com

Wild Thyme Whole Food & Tea Company 108 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa (518) 885-7275 www.wildthymetea.com Green Grocer Rte 9, Clifton Park (518) 383-1613 www.thegreengrocer.com

For Earth’s Sake 120 West Ave., Suite 102, Saratoga Springs (518) 306-6605 www.forearthssake.com

Global Fitness 19 Kendall Way, Malta, NY 12020 (518) 899-9199 www.globalfitnessny.com

Clifton Park, NY 12065 (518) 688-2818 www.planetfitness.com/ gyms/NY/Clifton_Park

Gold’s Gym 1220 Route 146, Clifton Park, NY 12065 (518) 383-1017 www.goldsgym.com/capdistrictny

Snap Fitness 821 Main Street, Clifton Park, NY 12065 (518) 670-0050 www.snapfitness.com/cliftonparkny

Global Fitness 425 Glen Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801 (518) 792-6264 www.globalfitnessny.com

Health Plex Fitness and Wellness Center 1673 Route 9, Clifton Park, NY 12065 (518) 383-0225 www.healthplexfitness.com High Rock Sports and Fitness 165 High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518) 584-5005 www.hrs fitness.com

MYGYM Fitness Center 2100 Saratoga Road, Ballston Spa, NY, 12020 (518) 855-4222 www.mygym fitness.com

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Planet Fitness 1532 Crescent Rd.,

Saratoga Health and Wellness 30 Gick Road, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518) 306-6987 www.saratogahealthandwellness.com

Snap Fitness 1340 Saratoga Road, Gansevoort, NY 12831 (518)792-0039 www.snapfitness.com/gansevoortny Union Fitness 1 South Federal Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518) 588-7728 www.SaratogaUnionFitness.com Wellness Center of Saratoga 6 Care Lane, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518) 587-7625 www.saratogacardiology.com

Torres XTF Health & Fitness 43 Round Lake, Ballston Lake, NY 12019 (518) 899-1568 • www.torresxtf.com Coming Soon: Planet Fitness at the Wilton Mall 3065 Route 50, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 www.planetfitness.com

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Adirondack Lyme Disease Foundation Meetings held at the Saratoga Springs Library AdirondackLyme DiseaseFoundation.com AIDS Council of Northeastern NY 743-0703 10 LaCrosse St., Hudson Falls 12839 aidscouncil.org

American Cancer Society 1-800-227-2345 438-7841 260 Osborne Rd., Albany, NY 12211 cancer.org American Lung Association of New York State 465-2013 155 Washington Ave. Suite 210 Albany NY 12210 lungusa.org American Society of Autism autism-society.org 1-800-3-AUTISM 1-800-328-8476 AIM Services, Inc. 587-3208 4227 Route 50, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 aimservicesinc.org

The Community Hospice Foundation 581-0800 179 Lawrence Street Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 www.communityhospice.org Domestic Violence Services and Rape Crisis of Saratoga County 583-0280 480 Broadway, LL -20 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 dvrcsaratoga.org Domestic Violence Hotline 584-8188 Rape Crisis Hotline 587-2336

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Health

Organizations Parkinson Support Group Alzheimer’s Care Giver Support Group 587-3600 ext. 1516 Wesley Health Center 131 Lawrence St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

The Prevention Council 581-1230 36 Phila St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 preventioncouncil.org Saratoga Counseling Services 581-8699 15 Maple Dell, Ste. 3 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Saratoga County Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Services 587-8800 254 Church St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Saratoga County New York Connects 714-4826 52 West High St., Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Saratoga County Public Health Nursing 584-7460 31 Woodlawn Ave., Ste 1 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogacountyny.gov

Saratoga Hospital Volunteer Guild 580-2694 211 Church St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogacare.org

Southern Adirondack Independent Living 584-8202 or 792-3537 Country Club Plaza 418 Geyser Rd. Ballston Spa, NY 12020 or 71 Glenwood Avenue Queensbury, NY 12804 sail-center.org Transitional Services Assn., Inc. 587-6193 127 Union Street Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 tsa-inc.org

Unlimited Potential, Inc. 587-2851 36 Cady Hill Blvd. P.O. Box 4656 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 unlimitedpotentialonline.com

Mary's Haven - A Program of Catholic Charities 584-9397 35 New St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 SaratogaTODAYNewspaper.com

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Bounce Around - 633-4117 Bouncearound.com Clifton Park Center, Clifton Park Bumble Beads - 690-7896 bumblebeadsstudio.com 620 New Loudon Rd., Latham

Capital Region Language Center 884-4652, Crlcalbany.org 1 Hemphill Place, Parade Ground Village, Malta

Charlton General Store - 399-2888, 747 Charlton Road, Charlton Chuck E Cheese - 782-1850, chuckecheese.com, 607 TroySchenectady Road, Latham

Creative Sparks - 583-2030, creativesparksceramics.com, 42 Phila St., Saratoga

Eagle Mills Cider Company and Family Fun Center - 883-8700, eaglemillsfun.com Eagle Mills Rd., 383 County Hwy. 138 (off Rt. 29), Broadalbin

Extra Innings - 885-1100, extrainnings-saratoga.com, One McCrea Hill Rd., Ballston Spa Fantastic Sam's - 363-0102 15 Trieble Ave., Ballston Spa

Joanne's Dance Center - 885-1170, 326 Rowland St., Ballston Spa joannesdancecenter.com

Age B’day Story “Free Music Arts & Dance/ Language Swimming Yoga Martial Arts Guidelines Parties Time Play” Crafts Gymnastics

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Age B’day Story “Free Music Arts & Dance/ Language Swimming Yoga Martial Arts Guidelines Parties Time Play” Crafts Gymnastics

Red Dragon Karate School 885-5894, Carousel Village Plaza, Rt. 50, Ballston Spa Saratoga Ballet Academy - 5879500, Plaza 15, 30 Gick Rd., Saratoga saratogaballetacademy.com Saratoga Beads - 584-7733, 80 Henry St., Saratoga. Ages 7 and up; for parties, please call Saratoga City Ballet - 587-8760, saratogacityballet.com, 27 Jumel Place, Saratoga

Saratoga County Arts Council 584-4132, Saratoga-arts.org, 320 Broadway, Saratoga

Saratoga Strike Zone - 584-6460 32 Ballston Ave. Saratoga Saratogastrikezone.com

Snip-its Haircuts for Kids - 373-0023, snipits.com, Clifton Park Center, next to JC Penney

Stepping Star Gymnastics and Dance 584-5153, steppingstar.com, Congress Plaza, Saratoga

The Children's Museum at Saratoga - 584-5540, childrensmuseumatsaratoga.org, 69 Caroline St., Saratoga The Fun Spot - 792-8989, thefunspot.net 1035 US Route 9, Queensbury

Torres Tae Kwon Do - 371-8780, torrestkd.com, 758 Rt. 9, Clifton Park Tree Paad- 289-5475, 2381 Rt. 9, Malta treepaad.com

Up Yonda Farm - 644-9767, upyondafarm.com, Bolton Landing Saratoga Regional YMCA - 5839622, saratogaregionalymca.org, multiple locations

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Summer Camp Guide 2012

Wilton Rec

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Wilton Recreation offers a full-day summer camp program for children in grades one through nine. With available pre-camp and post-camp care, working parents can ensure their children are having fun in a safe environment before and after the camp’s regular 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. hours.

Parents who register their children for before and after camp care can drop off their children prior to camp opening at 8:30 a.m. and can pick them up at 5:30 p.m. Busing is available for Wilton residents who register for regular camp hours (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.).

Wilton Recreation Camp offers a full schedule of daily on-site activities, themed events, and exciting trips for kids who register for off-site adventures. Daily on-site activities include arts and crafts, sports, playground fun and other organized group games. This year’s scheduled field trips include: Million Dollar Beach in Lake George, Saratoga County Fair, bowling, white water rafting and at least two swimming days per week at nearby pools and beaches.

The Summer 2012 camp will open June 26 and run until August 10. Registration begins March 12 at Gavin Park and will close June 13. As there are only 300 spaces available, be sure to mark your calendar! Camp registration forms are available online at www.townofwilton.com/, or can be picked up, weekdays, at Gavin Park 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. For any other questions, call the park office at (518) 584-9455.

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Ndakinna Education Center, located in Greenfield Center, offers a wide variety of summer camp programs and activities that will provide campers with a greater respect and understanding for the natural world as well as the Northeast’s rich Native American history. Hosted by renowned author and wilderness and survival expert James Bruchac, these programs are ideal for children with a sense of adventure and natural wonder. Summer programs are divided into two groups, children ages 3-8 and older campers ages 9-14.

Programs range in duration from one to two weeks, each covering a different skill or activity such as animal tracking, basic wilderness survival skills and shelter building. Native American storytelling and games and nature-based arts and crafts projects will teach campers to have fun in the great outdoors. Each camp program promotes team building, natural awareness, patience and confidence.

Ndakinna also offers family camp programs, which allow children and their parents to experience the outdoors together. Family programs can accommodate children ages 1-14. These programs offer the same skills training and teambuilding activities. To view the finalized calendar of programs and events, visit www.Ndcenter.org.

Saratoga Independent School

Our exciting afternoon enrichment classes start at 1 p.m. and end at varying times. Enjoy classes like video game creation, photography, forensics, Chinese language institute and more!

Parents also have the flexibility to arrange for early drop off and late pick up of children. Saratoga Independent School summer program is proud to offer extended after care until 5 p.m. for those families who need it.

Come and experience summer programs at their best!

Call (518) 583-0841 for more information or visit us at www.SISKIDS.org.

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North Country Horses

Horses, horses, horses!

That’s what you get at North Country Horses Summer Horsemanship Camp.

North Country Horses offers a full-day summer camp program for children ages 6-16. Pre and post-camp care is

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available for working parents to ensure that children are in a safe, fun-filled environment before and after the camp’s regular 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. hours.

From the first feeding in the morning until it’s time to go home in the afternoon, the focus is on horses. Campers will enjoy riding time, group and individual lessons, and many other horse related activities. They will be introduced to all aspects of horse care and handling.

Our 2012 camp dates are the weeks of July 16 -July 20, July 23 - July 27, July 30 - August 3, August 6 - August 10, and August 20 - August 24. Sign up early! Spots are limited and filling quickly. More information is available by emailing NorthCountryHorse@yahoo.com or by calling Amanda at (518) 441-5959.

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For kids who have a passion for performing arts, Saratoga Children’s Theatre summer camp is a dream come true.

Saratoga Children’s Theatre offers performance camps, which means each camper will be working on a full-fledged production throughout their session.

Campers will learn all aspects of performance and will have the opportunity to perform in two shows at the end of camp: a matinee and an evening show are both open to the public. Campers will perform on stage at St. Peters’ Auditorium in Saratoga Springs.

Camp hours are 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Performance camp is divided into two age groups: 6-9 and 10-18.

Ages 6-9 will participate in one-week camps. These camps will include Disney’s Sleeping Beauty kids; Cinderella kids; Aristocats kids; 101 Dalmatians kids; and Lemonade. These camps will be directed by Megan O’Sullivan, a local elementary school music teacher, and assisted by Karey Trimmings, also a local elementary school music teacher.

Ages 10-18 will participate in two-week camps.

Each camp will practice and perform a different show. These camps include “Thoroughly Modern

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Mille Jr.”; “Cinderella Jr.”; “Fiddler on the Roof Jr.”; and “Once on this Island Jr.” These camps will be directed by Michael Lotano, local actor and elementary school music teacher, and choreographed by Sarah Sutliff.

Saratoga Children’s Theatre also offers a one-week camp at the end of the summer, “Master your Audition.” This camp will help your child get ready for fall and winter auditions. These audition workshops have been very popular and sell out quickly. Any child at any skill level with an interest in the performing arts is welcome to join in on the fun.

Saratoga Children’s Theatre Executive Director, Meg Kelly, aims to give each camper the most rewarding and enjoyable camp experience and every camper will get to perform. The Saratoga Children’s Theatre hires professionals to help your child gain the most from their summer camp experience. The cost for a twoweek session is $450 and $250 for the one-week session.

For more information, visit www.saratogachildrenstheatre.org or call (518) 580-1782.

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Saratoga Clay Arts

School’s out, summer’s here, time to amp up the fun at Saratoga Clay Arts Center! Summer 2012 brings an exciting series of programs for ages 7-16, taught by professional local artists/teachers and ranging in topics and techniques. All classes are open to all skill levels beginning and up. Pinch pots, slab projects, wheel throwing, glazing, and firing techniques come together to provide each student with exciting new experiences, knowledge of a new skill or enhanced techniques, and their creations to take home to use and share with friends and family. What could be better than playing with clay all summer?! Sixteen week-long summer programs run for 8 weeks, beginning June 25 and ending August 24. Each week brings a different opportunity in clay. Visit SCAC’s website at www.saratogaclayarts.org/kidsandclay/summercamp.php for more details on programs, registration dates, fee details, and while you are there, take some time to check out the rest of their site and their Facebook page to view awesome photo albums that offer a glimpse inside SCAC. Sign up this summer for some messy, exhilarating, creative fun! Win a FREE weeklong class! TEXT “kidsandclay” to 22828 to be automatically entered! for more information, contact Saratoga Clay Arts: Saratoga Clay Arts Center, 167 Hayes Road, Schuylerville, NY 12871 • (518) 581-CLAY (2529) • info@saratogaclayarts.org • www.saratogaclayarts.org.

Skidmore College

Skidmore College offers a variety of programs for children of all ages during the summer months.

Camp Northwoods, Skidmore’s day camp for children entering grades one through six, offers an exciting program of sports, cultural arts, nature study and relaxed play. The goal is to provide a variety of fun activities that happily challenge the imagination, intellect, and body. The camp's home base is Falstaff's Pavilion on the Skidmore College campus, but campers frequent the Williamson Sports Center, Schick Art Gallery, Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, and Zankel Music Center. The daily enrichment activities led by the qualified staff are supplemented by weekly field trips to recreational and historical sites and visits by special guests. Children will also enjoy arts and crafts, ceramics, games, hiking and daily swim time.

One and two-week sessions are available from June 25August 10.

Skidmore College also offers a wide array of Sports Camps from June through August for children of all ages.

Choose from baseball, lacrosse, swimming, basketball, tennis, soccer, volleyball and field hockey. Children learn the concept of teamwork while acquiring the necessary skills for his or her sport of choice. Adults, novice or experienced, can participate in a rowing program offered throughout the spring, summer and fall at the Boat House located on beautiful Fish Creek. All other programs are held on the Skidmore Campus at the Sports and Recreation Center and/or the adjacent fields.

For more information or to register online, visit www.skidmore.edu/summer or call the office of the Dean of Special Programs at (518) 580-5596.

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Cutting Edge Martial Arts

Cutting Edge Martial Art’s A+ After School and Summer Camp Program is a year-round child care solution that provides a positive, structured environment for children after school and during the day in the summer. During the school year, children are picked up directly from the local elementary and middle schools and provided an hour lesson that starts with “Mat Chat,” a 10-minute character education lesson for the day, followed by a full 50 minute martial arts class. Parents have a window between 5-5:45 p.m. to pick up their children while children have the opportunity after class to get their homework started.

During the summer, children get all the benefits of the A+ Program but on a grander scale. The summer program offers eight weeks of full-day camps and there is no minimum or maximum number of days per week or number of weeks that a student can attend. Each week of camp includes a curriculum of character education lessons, fun games, and a one-hour martial arts class every day. Children watch a movie in the afternoons twice a week, have a video game morning on Fridays, and all campers take an educational outing on Wednesdays and a fun and exciting outing every Friday. The average camp size is 20-30 students, and the camp has three full-time staff members working with the students.

The goal is to provide a family-friendly and fun environment that feels like a home away from home.

Students have fun learning skills that can be used every day of their lives, while building memories that will last a lifetime. For many, these summer camps are a wonderful introduction to the martial arts.

For more information, visit www.saratogamartialarts.com or call (518) 587-5501.

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Companies Bog Meadow Trail - 587-5554 Route 29 east, Saratoga Burgess-Kimball Park - 885-9220, townofmiltonny.org, Rowland St., Ballston Spa Camp Saratoga Trails - Scout Rd., Wilton. Look for Karner Blue Butterflies!

Congress Park - 587-3550, saratoga.org. Downtown Saratoga Sprints Division Street Recreation Field - 587-3550, Division and Beekman Streets, Saratoga East Side Recreation Field 587-3550, Lake at Granger Avenue, Saratoga Gavin Park - 584-9455, townofwilton.com, 10 Lewis Drive, Saratoga. Youth programs all year.

Hadley Mountain Tower Road, Hadley Kaydeross Creek Canoe & Kayak Trail Saratogaplan.org Kelly Park - 884-2572 or 885-3261, fansofballstonspa.org, Ralph St., Ballston Spa Moreau Lake State Park - 793-0511, nyparks.state.ny.us, Rt. 9, Exit 17S of I87, Reservations 1-800-456-2267 Railroad Run - saratogaplan.org/trail_railroad.html, downtown Saratoga Saratoga National Historical Park - (Battlefield) 664-9821. nps.gov/sara. Rt. 32 in Stillwater, call for kids' events Saratoga National Golf Club Trail saratogaplan.org/trail_golfclub.html,east of I87 Exit 14, Route 9N (Union Avenue), Saratoga Saratoga Spa State Park - 584-2535, saratogaspastatepark.org, 19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Shenentaha Creek Park, East Line Road, Ballston Spa Skidmore North Woods North Broadway The Neilman Parcel - Ruggles Rd. Wilton Wilton Wildlife Preserve - 450-0321, townofwilton.com, Rt. 50 north, Wilton Vischer Ferry Nature Preserve VanVranken Rd./Riverview Rd. Clifton Park Check: Walking/Hiking & Dog Run Woods Hollow Nature Preserve townofmilton.org, cor. of Rowland & Northline, Ballston Spa The Gardens at Yaddo - 584-0746, Yaddo.org, Union Avenue, Saratoga

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Brookside Museum - 885-4000, brooksidemuseum.org, 6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa Children’s Museum at Saratoga 69 Caroline St. Saratoga 584-5540 Childrensmuseumatsaratoga.org

The Hyde Collection 792-1761, hydecollection.org, 161 Warren St., Glens Falls National Museum of Dance and Hall of Fame 584-2225, dancemuseum.org, 99 South Broadway, Saratoga

National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame - 584-0400, racingmuseum.org, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga

Saratoga Harness Hall of Fame and Museum - 587-4210, Jefferson St., Saratoga

Tang Teaching Museum - 580-8080, tang.skidmore.edu, 815 North Broadway, Saratoga

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Education

Apple-A-Day Nursery School 583-9442 155 Ballard Rd, Wilton, NY 12831

Beagle School (ages 2-5) 587-7507 • beagleschool.com 115 Regent St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Busy Bees Pre-School 584-2370 84 Weibel Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Church Mouse Nursery School 885-8362 • churchmousepreschool.com 202 Milton Ave. Ballston Spa, NY 12020

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Country Knolls Nursery School 19 Thunderbird Drive Ballston Lake, NY 12019 877-7401 •countryknollsns@aol.com

Head Start Pre-School 584-2185 • franklincommunitycenter.org 10 Franklin St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Hansel & Gretel 584-0934 66 Seward St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Jewish Community Center 584-2370 • saratogasynagogue.org 84 Weibel Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Katrina Trask Nursery School 584-8968 • ktnurseryschool.org 24 Circular St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Little Angels Nursery School 22 West High Street Ballston Spa, NY 12020 885-3540 • www.littleangelsns.com

North Country Academy of Saratoga 584-9982 7 Care Lane Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 northcountryacademy.com

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Saratoga Abundant Life Pre-School 2325 Route 50 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 885-5456

St. Paul's Lutheran Christian Childhood Center 584-0904 • spelcss.com 149 Lake Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Saratoga Independent School 583-0841 • siskids.org 459 Lake Avenue Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Storybook Academy Nursery School 587-0707 421 Geyser Rd. Ballston Spa, NY 12020

Skidmore Early Childhood Center 580-5472 815 North Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 skidmore.edu/education_studies/ecc Small Wonders Christian Pre-School 584-3720 175 5th Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogaspringsumc.org

Teddy Bear Day Care Center 584-2273 4 Mountain Ledge Drive Wilton, NY 12831

Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs 584-7643 • waldorfsaratoga.org 212 Lake Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

St. Clements Catholic School 584-7350 • stclementsschool.org 231 Lake Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

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Saratoga Regional YMCA 583-9622 ext. 114 290 West Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogaregionalymca.org

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Center for Disability Services (formerly Center for the Disabled) 437-5700 • cfdsny.org 314 South Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208 Agency that provides comprehensive services to children and adults with disabilities. Services include: Medical, Residential, Vocational, Educational, Transportation, Respite, Skilled Nursing and Service Coordination Crossroads Center for Children 1-866-773-5222, 280-0083 crossroadcenter.org 1136 N. Westcott Rd, Suite 100, Schenectady, NY 12306 Serves children with a diagnosis within the Pervasive Development Disorder and Autism spectrum and their families.

abuse/neglect prevention and treatment, family strengthening programs, early childhood family support, special education, youth development programs, and mental health services.

Prospect Child and Family Center 798-0170 • prospectcenter.com 133 Aviation Rd, Queensbury, NY 12804 Offers multi-faceted services for at-risk and developmentally disabled individuals in our community.

Washington-Saratoga-WarrenHamilton-Essex BOCES 581-3310 or 746-3310 1153 Burgoyne Ave. Suite 2 Fort Edward, NY 12828 wswheboces.org

Wildwood School 836-2300 • wildwood.edu 2995 Curry Road Extension Schenectady, NY 12303 A private, not-for-profit day program for children ages 3-21 with neurological impairments, learning disabilities, and autism.

Saratoga County EOC Head Start 226-0450 64 Hamilton St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogaeoc.org/headstart The Helping Hands School 664-5066 • helpinghands.org 41 Werner Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065 Helping Hands School is a private, non-profit preschool for two-to-five-yearolds with special needs.

New Meadow Saratoga School 899-9235 • newmeadow.org 100 Saratoga Village Blvd. Suite 35, Malta, NY 12020 Special Education Pre-School

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Achievements 782-1178 • achievements.org 623 New Loudon Rd., Latham

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Private Schools

The Adirondack School 695-5294 5158 County Route 113, Greenwich, NY 12834 adirondackschoolneny.org

Christian Brothers Academy (Grades 6-12) 452-9809 • cbaalbany.org 12 Airline Drive, Albany, NY 12205 Doane Stuart School 199 Washington Ave. Rensselaer, NY 12144 465-5222 doanestuart.org

Emma Willard School 833-1320 • emmawillard.org 285 Pawling Ave., Troy, NY 12180

The Kings School 654-6230 • kingsschool.info 6087 Route 9N, Hadley, NY 12835 La Salle Institute (Grades 6-12) 283-2500 • lasalleinstitute.org 174 Williams Rd., Troy, NY 12180

Malta Montessori School (Pre-K–3rd grade) 633-1971 • maltamontessori.com 100 Saratoga Village Blvd. Suite 34A Malta, NY 12020

Saratoga Central Catholic High School 587-7070 • saratogacatholic.org 247 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Saratoga Independent School (Pre-K thru 6) 583-0841 459 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 siskids.org Spa Christian School (Pre-School – 6th Grade) 885-0508 206 Greenfield Ave., Ballston Spa, NY 12020 spachristian.com

St. Clement's Regional Catholic School (N-5) 584-7350 231 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 stclementsschool.org

St. Mary’s School (Pre-K – 5th Grade) 885-7300 40 Thompson St., Ballston Spa, NY 12020 smsbspa.org Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs (N-12) 584-7643 122 Regent St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 waldorfsaratoga.org

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SCOTTIES

Ballston Spa Central School bscsd.org • 884-7195 • 70 Malta Ave., Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Superintendent: Joseph P. Dragone, Ph.D Bus Garage Milton Terrace North Elementary Milton Terrace South Elementary Malta Ave. Intermediate Wood Rd. Elementary Ballston Spa Middle School Ballston Spa High School

200 Wood Road 100 Wood Road 70 Malta Ave. 300 Wood Road 210 Ballston Ave 220 Ballston Ave

884-7140 884-7210 884-7270 884-7250 884-7290 884-7200 884-7150

Principal Kathleen Chaucer Principal Jeffrey Palmer Principal Sharon D’Agostino Principal David Blanchard Co-Principals Pamela Motler Richard Ruberti Principal Kristi Jensen

SPARTANS

Burnt Hills/Ballston Lake Schools BHBL.org • 399-9141 • 50 Cypress Drive, Glenville, NY 12302 Superintendent: Jim Schultz (As of July - Patrick McGrath) ext. 5002 Bus Garage Francis L. Stevens Elementary School Pashley Elementary School Charlton Heights Elementary School Richard H. O'Rourke Middle School Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School

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Rich Hewlett 25 Lakehill Road 30 Pashley Rd., Glenville 170 Stage Rd., Ballston Lake 173 Lakehill Rd, Burnt Hills 88 Lakehill Road, Burnt Hills

399-9141, ext. 3523 or 3524 399-9141 ext.3500 399-9141, ext. 4500 399-9141, ext. 5500 399-9141, ext. 4000 399-9141, ext. 3300

Principal Ralph Rothacker Principal Jill Bonacio Principal Timothy Sinnenberg Principal Colleen Kane Principal Maryellen Symer

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Education

TOMAHAWKS

Corinthcsd.com • 654-9005 • 105 Oak St., Corinth, NY 12822 Superintendent: Matthew Breitenbach

Corinth Elementary School Corinth Middle School Corinth High School

356 Center Street 105 Oak Street 105 Oak Street

654-2960 654-9008 654-9005

Principal Susan G. Kazilas Principal Gregory J. Kreis Principal Nick Matino

Mechanicville Schools

Mechanicville.org • 664-5727 • 25 Kniskern Ave., Mechanicville, NY 12118 Superintendent: Dr. Michael J. McCarthy

Elementary School Middle School Mechanicville High School

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25 Kniskern Avenue 25 Kniskern Avenue 25 Kniskern Avenue

664-7336 664-6303 664-9888

Principal Stephen Marra Principal Kevin Duffy Principal Kevin Kolakowski

Saratoga Springs City Schools

Saratogaschools.org • 583-4700 • 3 Blue Streak Blvd. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Superintendent: Janice White Elementary Schools Caroline St. Division St. Dorothy Nolan Geyser Rd. Greenfield Lake Ave. Maple Ave. Middle School Saratoga Springs High School

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310 Caroline St. 220 Division St. 221 Jones Rd. 61 Geyser Rd. 3180 Route 9N 126 Lake Ave. 515 Maple Ave. 1 Blue Streak Blvd

584-7612 583-4794 584-7383 584-7699 893-7402 584-3678 587-4551 587-6690

Principal Daniel J. O’Rourke Principal Dr. Greer E. Miller Principal Kevin Froats Principal Brian Aylward Principal Tina Davis Principal Dr. Barbara Messier Principal Stuart F. Byrne Principal Brett M. Miller

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BLACK HORSES

Schuylerville Central Schools Schuylervilleschools.org • 695-3255 • 15 Springs St., Schuylerville, NY 12871 Superintendent: Dr. Ryan Sherman Bus Garage Schuylerville Elementary School Schuylerville Jr. / Sr. School

14 Spring St. 14 Spring St.

695-3255 x3260 695-3255 695-3255

Principal Gregg Barthelmas Principal Matthew Sickles

Shenendehowa Central Schools Shenet.org • 881-0600 • 5 Chelsea Place, Clifton Park, NY 12065 Superintendent: Dr. L. Oliver Robinson Elementary Schools Tesago Elementary Skano Elementary Shatekon Elementary Orenda Elementary Okte Elementary Karigon Elementary Chango Elementary Arongen Elementary

Middle Schools Koda Middle School Gowana Middle School Acadia Middle School Shenendehowa High School

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881-0570 881-0560 881-0580 881-0550 881-0540 881-0530 881-0520 881-0510

Principal Gregory Pace Principal Jill Gould Interim Principal Deborah Price Principal Michael Smith Principal Lisa Mickle Principal Gregory Wing Principal Karin Skarka Principal Benjamin Roberts

970 Route 146 970 Route 146 970 Route 146

881-0470 881-0460 881-0450

Principal Bruce Ballan Principal Robin Gawrys Principal Jonathan Burns

970 Route 146

881-0330

Principal Donald Flynt

970 Route 146 970 Route 146 35 Maxwell Dr. 970 Route 146 1581 Crescent Rd 970 Route 146 100 Chango Dr. 489 Clifton Park Center Rd.

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BULL DOGS

South Glens Falls Central School sgfallssd.org • 793-9617 • 6 Bluebird Rd., South Glens Falls, NY 12803 Superintendent: Michael N. Patton

Bus Garage Elementary Schools Moreau Tanglewood Harrison Ave. Ballard Road Oliver Winch Middle School So. Glens Falls Sr. High School

793-4443

6 Bluebird Road 60 Tanglewood Drive 76 Harrison Avenue 300 Ballard Road 99 Hudson Street 42 Merritt Road

793-9644 793-5631 793-9048 587-0600 792-5891 792-9987

Principal Robert Lemieux Principal Andrew Hills Principal Joseph M. Palmer Principal Michael Huchro Principal Mark Fish Principal Carla Biviano

WARRIORS

Stillwater Central Schools

scsd.org • 373-6100 • 334 No. Hudson Ave., Stillwater, NY 12170 Superintendent: Stanley Maziejka

Bus Garage Stillwater Elementary School Stillwater Middle High School

334 No. Hudson Ave. 1068 No. Hudson Ave. 1068 No. Hudson Ave.

664-5661 373-6100 x5500 373-6100 373-6100

Principal John Goralski Principal Patti Morris Principal Mario Fernandez

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College Continuing Education Colleges

Bryant & Stratton College 1259 Central Ave, Albany, NY bryantstratton.edu • 437-1802 Excelsior College 7 Columbia Circle Albany, NY 12203-5159 888-647-2388 • www.excelsior.edu Fulton Montgomery Community College 2805 State Hwy 67, Johnstown 736-FMCC (3622) • www.fmcc.edu

Maria College 700 New Scotland Avenue, Albany 438-3111 • MariaCollege.edu

SUNY Adirondack Main Campus: 640 Bay Rd. Queensbury 743-2200 Saratoga Extension Center of ACC 6 Mountain Ledge Drive, Gansevoort 584-3959 • sunyacc.edu Hudson Valley Community College 80 Vandenburgh Ave., Troy 629-4822 (HVCC) • hvcc.edu The Sage Colleges Russell Sage College Sage College of Albany School of Education School of Health Sciences School Of Management 65 1st St., Troy, NY 12180 140 New Scotland Ave. Albany, NY 12208 244-2000 • sage.edu The College of Saint Rose 432 Western Avenue Albany New York 12203 1-800-637-8556 • strose.edu Schenectady County Community College 78 Washington Ave., Schenectady 381-1200 • sunysccc.edu

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Siena College 515 Loudon Rd., Loudonville 1-888-287-4382 • siena.edu Skidmore College 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs 580-5000 • skidmore.edu University at Albany, State University of NY 1400 Washington Ave., Albany 442-3300 • Albany.edu Empire State College 2 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs 587-2100 • esc.edu Plattsburgh, State University of NY 101 Broad St., Plattsburgh 564-2000 • Plattsburgh.edu Union College 807 Union St., Schenectady 388-6000 • Union.edu

Continuing Education

Academy for Lifelong Learning at Saratoga Springs Empire State College 111 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs 587-2100, ext. 2415 • esc.edu/all Continuing Education Saratoga Springs City Schools 3 Blue Streak Blvd., Saratoga Springs 583-4700 • saratogaschools.org BOCES / Career & Technical Education / Adult Education 15 Henning Road & 26 Gick Rd. Saratoga Springs 581-3600 • wswheboces.org

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Saratoga Springs offers dozens of local restaurants and eateries, with enough variety to satisfy even the pickiest eater. Whether it’s tapas, Mexican, continental fare or world famous fried chicken; you’ll find it in Saratoga Springs. In fact, Saratoga Springs ranks second only to San Francisco in restaurants per capita in the entire country. The communities surrounding Saratoga Springs provide even more options in case you want to take a drive.

Asian / Fusion / Chinese

Duo Modern Japanese 175 South Broadway, SS 580-8881 duojapanese.com Osaka Sushi House 3084 Rte. 50, Wilton 581-1900

Pacific Grill 63 Putnam Street, SS 583-0008 pacificgrillsaratoga.com

Phila Fusion 54 Phila Street, SS 226-0400 • philafusion.com Sushi Thai Garden 44-46 Phila Street, SS 580-0900 sushithaigarden.com

Hibachi Japanese Restaurant 3310 S Broadway, SS 580-9343 hibachisaratoga.com

Peeking Chinese Buffet & Take out 66 Congress St., SS 584-8371

Sam’s Chinese Restaurant 824 New York 50, Burnt Hills 384-1997

Bakery

Bread Basket Bakery 65 Spring Street, SS 587-4233 saratogabreadbasket.com Mama Mia's Bakery 185 Ballston Ave, SS 587-cafe mamamiassaratoga.com

Hungry Spot Cafe 480 Broadway, SS 584-9060 ungryspotcafe.com

The Fortunate Cup 120 West Ave # 302, SS 226-0800 fortunatecup.com

Saratoga Coffee Traders Mrs. London's Bake Shop 447 Broadway, SS 464 Broadway, SS 581-1652 • mrslondons.com 584-5600 saratogacoffeetraders.com

Café

Bailey's Café 37 Phila Street #5, SS 583-6060 • baileyscafe.com

Beekman Street Bistro 62 Beekman Street, SS 581-1816 thebeekmanstreetbistro.com Catherine’s in the Park Seasonal, poolside dining, 11am - dusk 60 Roosevelt Drive, SS 583-4657

Recreation & Dining

Guide

We all know that most restaurants will package things up for take out and cafes and diners will serve breakfast most of the day, but in case you were looking for something more specific, we made this guide to help you pick the perfect eatery – enjoy!

Gluten Free

Serves Breakfast

Farm to Table/ Organic

The Jonesville Store 989 Main Street Ballston Lake • 877-0507 thejonesvillestore.com

Uncommon Grounds 402 Broadway, SS 581-0656 uncommongrounds.com

Virgil’s House 86 Henry St., SS 587-2949 • virgilshouse.com

Country Corner Café 25 Church Street, SS 583-7889 countrycornercafe.net

Four Seasons Natural Foods 33 Phila Street, SS 584-4670 fourseasonsnaturalfoods.com

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Whistling Kettle 24 Front Street, Ballston Spa 884-2664 thewhistlingkettle.com

Casual Dining / Family Friendly

Boca Bistro 384 Broadway, SS 583-1142 • bocabistro.com The Brickyard 70 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa 884-2570 Circus Café 392 Broadway, SS 583-1106 Cliff's Country Inn 57 Rte. 9P, Malta 584-9791 cliffscountryinn.com

Cock 'n' Bull 5342 Parkis Mills Road Galway • 882-6962 thecocknbull.com

DiDonna's South Shore 113 Rte. 9P Malta • 584-0227 southshoremarinaofsaratoga.com Elizabeth’s Table 510 Broadway in the Algonquin Building 490-6610

Fifty South Restaurant 2128 Doubleday Avenue Ballston Spa 884-2926 • fiftysouth.com Great Bay Seafood 2149 Doubleday Avenue Ballston Spa • 885-0583 greatbayseafood.com

Good Times Lakeview Restaurant 175 Lake Rd., Ballston Lake 399-9976 goodtimesrestaurant.com

Lakeside Farms and Cider Mill 336 Schauber Road Ballston Lake • 399-8359 lakesidefarmscidermill.com

Quintessence 2853 Route 9, Malta 580-1212 • quintessenceny.com Ripe Tomato 2721 Rte. 9, Ballston Spa 581-1530 • ripetomato.com Scallion's Restaurant 44 Lake Avenue, SS 584-0192 scallionssaratoga.com

The Great American Grill (inside the Hilton) 125 South Broadway, SS 587-1500 The Original Bentley’s 2872 State Route 9 Malta • 580-1269 theoriginalbentleys.com Tropic Hut 550 Union Ave. SS (Lake View) • 584-9494 Turf Club 139 Union Avenue, SS 584-5051

Winslow's 801 Saratoga Road, Wilton 584-2489 winslowsofsaratoga.com

Deli

East Side Deli & Pizzeria 223 Lake Ave., SS • 587-2545 eastsidedeliandpizzeria.com Legends Cafe 102 Congress Street, SS 583-3411 legendscafesaratoga.com

Putnam Street Market 435 Broadway, SS 587-3663 • putnammarket.com

Roma Foods & Market 222 Washington Street, SS 587-6004 • romafoods.com Russell’s Deli 303 Milton Ave (Rte.50) Ballston Spa 885-DELI • russellsdeli.com

Spring Street Deli and Pizzeria 132 Spring Street, SS 584-0994 • springstreetdeli.net

Diner

Burnt Hills Café 800 Saratoga Road Burnt Hills • 399-7098

Compton's Restaurant 459 Broadway, SS • 584-9632 Eli's Broad Street Breakfast 70 Broad Street, Schuylerville 695-5169 Malta Diner 2476 Rte. 9, Malta 899-5099 • maltadiner.com Scotty's Restaurant 215 Ballard Road, Wilton 584-1444 Triangle Diner 400 Maple Avenue, SS 583-6368

The Bears Café 256 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa 885-2848

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51 Front 51 Front Street, Ballston Spa 727-2089 • 51front.com

Jacob & Anthony's American Grill 38 High Rock, SS • 871-1600 Lake Ridge 35 Burlington Avenue Round Lake 889-6000 • lake-ridge.com

Lillian's Restaurant 408 Broadway, SS 587-7766 • lilliansrestaurant.com Longfellow's 500 Union Avenue, SS 587-0108 • longfellows.com

Maestro's at the Van Dam 353 Broadway, SS • 580-0312 saratogamaestros.com Max London's Restaurant 466 Broadway, SS 587-3535 • maxlondons.com

Mouzon House 1 York Street, SS 226-0014 • mouzonhouse.com Olde Bryan Inn 123 Maple Avenue, SS 587-2990 • oldebryaninn.com

One Caroline St. Bistro 1 Caroline Street, SS 587-2026 • onecaroline.com Prime @ Saratoga National 458 Union Avenue, SS 583-4653 golfsaratoga.com/dining

Primo's @ The Inn at Saratoga 231 Broadway, SS • 583-1890 theinnatsaratoga.com

Putnam’s Tavern 24 Gideon Putnam Road, SS 226-4719 • putnamstavern.com Siro's (Seasonal) 168 Lincoln Avenue, SS 584-4030 • sirosny.com

Sperry's 30 1/2 Caroline Street, SS 584-9618 sperrysrestaurant.com The Lodge (Seasonal) One Nelson Ave, SS saratogacasino.com/Dining/T he-Lodge

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The Wishing Well 745 Saratoga Road Gansevoort • 584-7640 wishingwellrestaurant.com

French

Mouzon House 1 York Street, SS 226-0014 mouzonhouse.com Ravenous 21 Phila Street, SS 581-0560 ravenouscrepes.com

Tiznow Restaurant 84 Henry Street, SS 226-0655 tiznowrestaurant.com

German

Spa Brahaus 200 East High Street Ballston Spa • 885-4311

Indian

Karavalli Regional Cuisine of India 47 Caroline Street, SS 580-1144 karavallilatham.com Little India 60 Court Street, SS 583-4151 saratogalittleindiarestaurant.com

Italian

Augie's Restaurant 183 Church Avenue Ballston Spa • 884-8600 augiesrestaurant.com

Capriccio Restaurant 26 Henry Street, SS 587-9463 capricciosaratoga.com Chianti iL Ristorante 18 Division Street, SS 580-0025 chiantiristorante.com

Limoncello Ristorante 1 Ballston Avenue, SS 580-8700 limoncelloristorante.com

Mangino’s 149 New York 9P Saratoga Lake 584-5599 • manginos.com

Nove 707 Saratoga Road, Wilton 583-8877 • novesaratoga.com Panza's Restaurant 510 Rte. 9P, Saratoga Lake 584-6882 panzasrestaurant.com Pennell's Restaurant 284 Jefferson Street, SS 583-2423 pennellsrestaurant.com

Wheatfields 440 Broadway, SS 581-0534 • wheatfields.com

Mexican

Amigo's Cantina 42 Ferry Street, Schuylerville 695-9595 • amigoscantina.com Cantina 430 Broadway, SS 587-5577 cantinasaratoga.com

El Mexicano 208 South Broadway, SS 226-0105 elmexicanorestaurant.com Esperanto 4 Caroline Street, SS 587-4236 go2esperanto.com

Leon's Restaurant 135 Crescent Street, SS 587-2346 leonsmexicanrestaurant.com Loca Luna 388 Milton Avenue Ballston Spa 490-2073 • localunagrille.com

Night Club Dining

Pope’s Pizza 232 Washington Street, SS Fortunes 25 Nelson Avenue, SS • 581-5790 587-1643 saratogacasino.com/Dining/Fo Sabina's Wood Fired Pizza rtunes 237 Union Avenue, SS • 583-3333 sabinasrestaurant.com Mine Bar 388 Broadway, SS • 871-1430 Village Pizzeria 2727 Rte. 29, Middle Grove Paddock Lounge 882-9431 • villagepizzeria.com 6 Caroline Street, SS • 330-2426 paddockloungesaratoga.com West Ave. Pizza 99 West Ave., SS Saratoga City Tavern 581-9999 • westavepizzeria.com 19 & 21 Caroline Street, SS 581-3230 Pub / Tavern saratogacitytavern.com Almost Saratoga 2839 Route 9, Ballston Spa Twenty 8 Tables 587-0048 17 Maple Avenue, SS 226-0126 • 28tables.com Bentley’s Tavern 3 Hemphill Place, Ballston Spa Pizza 899-4300 Amore Pizza 119 Clinton Street, SS • 584-3840 Dango's amoreitalypizza.com 38 Caroline Street, SS • 587-2022 D'Andrea's Pizza Gaffney's 33 Caroline Street, SS 584-3632 • dandreaspizza.com 16 Caroline Street, SS 587-7359 gaffneysrestaurant.com Hearth & Harvest 251 County Route 67 Horseshoe Inn (Stafford Bridge Rd.), 1 Gridley Avenue, SS Saratoga Lake • 587-1900 587-4909 • thehorseshoeinn.com harvestandhearth.com Mama Mia's Pizza 185 Ballston Ave, SS • 583-8377 mamamiassaratoga.com

Irish Times 14 Phila Street, SS • 583-0003 irishtimessaratoga.com

Marino’s Pizza 46 West Circular St., SS 584-3030

Pizza Nook 2639 U.S. 9, Ballston Spa 580-8808

Pizza Works 88 Henry Street, SS 584-6650 • pizzaworks.org

Mexican Connection 41 Nelson Ave, SS 584-4466 • mexconx.com

Forno Tuscano Bistro 541 Broadway, SS 581-2401• fornobistro.com Sunset Cafe 42 Front Street, Ballston Spa 885-8550 • sunsetcafe.org SaratogaTODAYNewspaper.com

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Wine Bar 417 Broadway, SS • 5848777 thewinebarofsaratoga.com

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Parting Glass 40-42 Lake Avenue, SS 583-1916 partingglasspub.com Publik House Pub Rtes. 9 & 9P, Malta 587-7479 • publikhouse.com Putnam Den 63-A Putnam, SS 584-8066 • putnamden.com Seven Horse Pub 43 Phila Street, SS • 581-0777 sevenhorsepub.com

Sports Bar

The Factory Eatery 20 Prospect Street Ballston Spa • 885-0500 thefactoryeatery.com

Bookmakers at Holiday Inn 232 Broadway, SS • 584-4550

Bullpen Tavern The Local Pub and Teahouse 9-11 Caroline Street, SS 142 Grand Avenue, SS 583-9400 587-7256 thelocalpubandteahouse.com D-Line Pub 15 Prospect Street, Ballston Spa The Mill on Round Lake 885-6861 2121 Route 9, Round Lake 899-5253 • Peabody's Sports Bar & Grille myfavoritetaverns.com 39 Phila Street, SS • 583-4214

Southern / BBQ

Stadium Café 389 Broadway, SS • 226-4437 thestadiumcafe.com

Hattie's Chicken Shack 45 Phila Street, SS • 584-4790 hattiesrestaurant.com

Starting Gate Bar & Grill Mr. Ed’s Memphis Smokehouse 12 Ballston Avenue, SS 588 Lake Avenue, SS • 581-8633 584-8834 mredsmemphissmokehouse.com West Side Stadium 112 Congress Street, SS PJ’s BBQ 691-0193 • thestadiumcafe.com 1 Kaydeross Ave W, SS 583-2445 • pjsbarbq.com

Recreation Amusements /Attractions

Adventure Racing 1079 State Route 9, Queensbury • 798-7860 lakegeorgegocarts.com

Eagle Mills Cider Co. & Family Fun Center 383 County Hwy 138, Broadalbin 883-8700 • eaglemillsfun.com Hoffman's Playland 608 New Loudon Rd., Latham 785-3842 hoffmansplayland.com

Directory

Saratoga Horse and Carriage P.O. Box 5184, SS • 584-8820 saratogahorseandcarriage.com Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark 89 Six Flags Drive Queensbury • 824-6060 sixflagsgreatescapelodge.com The Fun Spot 1035 U.S. Route 9, Queensbury 792-8989 • thefunspot.net

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Adirondack Animal Land 3554 State Highway 30, Gloversville • 883-5748 adirondackanimalland.com

Ashville Game Farm & Exotic Zoo 468 Licksprings Rd., Greenwich 695-4337 • ashvillegamefarm.com Bacon Hill Farm Tours Tour begins at Wall St., Schuylerville 885-8995 • saratoga.org

The Great Escape & Splashwater Kingdom Saratoga Area Farm Tours Route 9, Lake George 885-8995 792-3500 • sixflags.com cceaed.org/farmdirectory.php

Ndakinna Education Center Water Slide World 23 Middle Grove Rd., Route 9, Lake George Greenfield Center 583-9958 • ndakinnacenter.org 668-4407 • waterslideworld.net Outerzone 82 Congress St. Plaza, SS 587-8243 outerzonesaratoga.com

Agricultural, Animal, Zoos

Pick Your Own Fruit

Hicks Orchard 18 Hicks Rd., Granville 642-1788 • hicksorchard.com

Mourningkill Farm Stand & Bake Shop 310 Charlton Rd., Ballston Spa 885-6166

Saratoga Apple 1174 Route 29, Schuylerville 695-3131 • saratogaapple.com Smith Orchard & Bake Shop 4561 Jockey St, Charlton 882-6598 Smithorchardbakeshop.com Winney's Farm Pick Your Own Berries 113 Winney Dr., Schuylerville 695-5547

Bath Houses

Crystal Spa 120 S. Broadway, SS 584-2556 • thecrystalspa.net

Roosevelt Baths and Spa 24 Gideon Putnam Rd., SS 226-4790 RooseveltBathsAndSpa.com SaratogaTODAYNewspaper.com

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Clifton Park Golf 1759 Route 9, Clifton Park 371-3112 • cliftonparkgolf.com Extra Innings One McCrea Hill Rd., Ballston Spa • 885-1100 ExtraInnings-Saratoga.com

Bike Rentals

The Inn at Saratoga 231 Broadway, SS • 583-1890 theinnatsaratoga.com

Boating… Cruising Chartering / Fishing Kayaking / Launch Marinas / Rentals

Champlain Canal Tour Boats, LLC Canal House End of Towpath Schuylerville • 695-5609 champlaincanaltours.com

Edinburg Marina & Powersports 140 North Shore Rd., Edinburg 863-8398 • edinburgmarina.com Fish Creek Marina 251 Staffords Bridge Rd., SS 584-1901 • fishcreekmarina.com Hudson River Spier Falls Rd., Moreau boatingonthehudson.com

Kayaderosseras Creek Canoe and Kayak Trail saratogaplan.org/trail_ Kayaderosseras.html

Lake George Shoreline Cruises 2 Kurosaka Lane, Lake George 668-4644 lakegeorgeshoreline.com

Lake George Steamboat Co., Inc. 57 Beach Rd., Lake George 800-553-2628 or 668-5777 lakegeorgesteamboat.com

Point Breeze Marina 1459 Rte. 9P, SS • 587-3397 pointbreezemarina.com

Sacandaga Outdoor Center 1 White Water Way, Hadley 696-RAFT • 4soc.com

Saratoga Boat Works 549 Union Ave., SS • 584-2628 saratogaboatworks.com

Saratoga Rowing Association 543 Union Ave., SS • 587-6697 saratogarowing.com

Schuyler Yacht Basin & RV Park 1 Ferry St., Rte. 29, Schuylerville 695-3193 schuyleryachtbasin.com

Adirondack Adventure Resorts 265 Brigham Rd., Greenfield Ctr. 893-0537

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Fairgrounds

Altamont Fair 129 Grand St., Altamont 862-0128 • altamontfair.com

Alpine Lake RV Resort Saratoga County Fairgrounds 78 Heath Rd., Corinth 162 Prospect St., Ballston Spa 654-6260 alpinelakervresort.com 885-9701 • saratogacountyfair.org Schaghticoke Fair Autumn Moon Campgrounds 7165 Kilmer Rd., Middle Grove 69 Stillwater Bridge Rd., 882-1858 Schaghticoke • 753-4411 Autumnmooncampground.com schaghticokefair.com River Road Campgrounds 5254 P, Rte. 9N, Corinth 654-6630 • theriverroad.com

Rustic Barn Campground 4748 Route 9N, Corinth 654-6588 Rusticbarncampground.com

South Shore Marina 113 Route 9P, Malta • 584-9125 southshoremarinaofsaratoga.com Saratoga RV Park 4894 Route 50, Gansevoort State Boat Launch 798-1913 • saratogarv.com Rte. 9P, Saratoga Lake 584-2000 Whispering Pines Campsites & nysparks.state.ny.us/parks RV Park 550 Sand Hill Rd., Greenfield Ctr. For More Information: 893-0416 adksportsfitness.com saratogacamping.com saratogaplan.org johnnymilleradventures.com

Recreation & Dining

Batting Cages

Washington County Fair Route 29, Greenwich 692-2464 washingtoncountyfair.com

Flying / Soaring

Adirondack Soaring Club 2017 Barrett Rd., Ballston Spa 693-6849 adirondacksoaring.com

Richmor Aviation Flight School 410 Greenfield Ave., Ballston Spa

885-5354 • 399-8171 richmorflightschool.com

Bowling

Ballston Spa Tippy Bowl 24 Washington St., Ballston Spa 884-9429 • Tippybowl.com Hometown Lanes 994 Hudson River Rd., Mechanicville • 664-0952 Hometownlanes.com

Saratoga Strike Zone 32 Ballston Ave., SS • 584-6460 saratogastrikezone.com Spare Time Clifton Park 1668 Route 9, Clifton Park 371-4000 Sparetimecliftonpark.com

Lake Lonely Boat Livery Spare Time Family Fun Center 378 Crescent Ave., SS • 587-1721 166 Saratoga Avenue, South Glens Falls • 793-9606 Lakes to Locks sparetimesouthglensfalls.com 597-9660 • lakestolocks.com

Majestic Mountain Marina 2335 N. Shore Rd., Hadley 696-3727 majesticmountainmarina.com

Camping

Reserve America 40 South Street, Ballston Spa 1-877-554-CAMP reserveamerica.com

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Hiking

For more information: John Boyd Thacher State Park saratogaplan.org • saratoga.org 1 Hailes Cave Rd., Voorheesville capital-saratoga.com • adk-gfs.org • johnnymilleradventures.com 872-1237 • nysparks.com

Railroad Run Downtown Saratoga Springs

Historical Sites

Bennington Battlefield saratogaplan.org/trail_railroad.html North Side of Route 67, Walloomsac • 686-7109 nysparks.state.ny.us/historic-sites Saratoga National Golf Club Trail Bennington Monument East of Exit 14 saratogaplan.org/trail_golfclub.html 15 Monument Circle Bennington, VT 05201 Shenantaha Creek Park East Line Rd., Malta malta-town.org

802-447-0550 • nysparks.state.ny.us

Champlain Canal Byway 235-8282 • 664-9821 x224

Fort William Henry Museum & Restoration 48 Canada Street, Lake George 668-5471 • fwhmuseum.com General Philip Schuyler House 648 Route 32, Victory 664-9821,ext. 224 • nps.gov/sara Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery 200 Duell Rd., Schuylerville 581-9128 • cem.va.gov

Horseback Riding

Bennett's Riding Stable 91 Gage Hill Rd., Lake Luzerne 696-4444 lakegeorgenewyork.com/horses

Muddy Acres Farm 95 Middle Grove Rd., Middle Grove • 581-0264 muddyacresfarm.com

Grant Cottage 1000 Mt. McGregor Rd., Gansevoort 587-8277 • grantcottage.org

Greenridge Cemetery, 1844 Brochures at The Visitor Center, Lincoln Ave., SS • 587-3241

Saratoga Monument Burgoyne St., Schuylerville 664-9821, ext 224 • nps.gov/sara Saratoga National Historical Park (The Battlefield) 648 Route 32, Stillwater • 664-9821, ext. 224 battle1777.saratoga.org

Stark's Knob Off Route 4, Schuylerville nysm.nysed.gov1services/starks Stillwater BlockHouse Routes 4 & 32, Stillwater 664-1847

North Country 394 Jewell Rd, Ganesvoort 441-5959

Schauber Stables 428 Schauber Rd., Ballston Lake 399-2484 • Schauberstables.com

Hot Air Balloon Rides

Adirondack Balloon Flights PO Box 65, Glens Falls 793-6342 • adkballoonflights.com SunKiss Ballooning 78 Knight St., Glens Falls

796-0373 • Sunkissballooning.com

Windrifter Ballooning 4 Hemlock Lane, Glenville 399-6883 windrifterballooning.com

Ice Skating

Clifton Park Ice Arena 16 Clifton Common Blvd.

Clifton Park • 383-5440

The Automobile Museum 110 Avenue of the Pines, SS 587-1935 saratogaautomuseum.org

Crandall Park Upper Glen St., Rt. 9, Glens Falls 761-3813

The Gardens at Yaddo Union Ave., SS 584-0746 • yaddo.org

Glens Falls Civic Center 1 Civic Center Plaza, Glens Falls • 798-0366

The Gideon Putnam Burying Ground, 1812

(Call The Visitor Center For Access)

South Franklin St., SS • 587-3241 The Saratoga Springs History Museum Congress Park Downtown, SS 584-6920

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The Saratoga Springs Visitor Center and Heritage Area 297 Broadway at Congress St. Saratoga Springs • 587-3241

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USS Slater 141 Broadway, Albany 431-1943 • ussslater.org

Saratoga Springs Ice Rink 30 Weibel Ave., SS • 583-3462

Mazes

Ellms Family Farm 468 Charlton Rd., Ballston Spa 884-8168 • ellmsfarms.com Liberty Ridge Farm 29 Beavis Rd., Schaghticoke 664-1515 libertyridgefarmny.com

Schuyler Farms 1124 Route 29, Schuylerville 695-5308 • schuylerfarms.com

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Wilton Cinema 8 Fonda Speedway Montgomery County Fairground 3065 Route 50 382-3115 • fondaspeedway.com 587-0436 • regmovies.com

CV Golf 942 Murray Rd., Middle Grove 421-1798 / 587-6322 • cvgolf.biz Lebanon Valley Speedway 1746, US Route 20, West Lebanon Clifton Park Golf 794-9606 • lebanonvalley.com 1759 Route 9, Clifton Park 371-3112 • Cliftonparkgolf.com Exit 17 Range & Mini Golf Rt. 9, Gansevoort • 745-8415 Lumberjack Pass 1511 Route 9, Lake George 793-7141 lumberjackminigolf.com Mill Creek Miniature Golf 1 Trieble Avenue, SS 885-PUTT (7888)

Saratoga Mini Golf 3071 Route 50, SS • 581-0852

Golf World 29 West 69 N Milton Rd, SS • 580-1473

Motor Sports

Movie Theaters

Glen Drive-In Route 9, Queensbury • 792-0023 glendriveintheater.com Malta Twin Drive-In Route 9, Malta 587-6077 • maltadrivein.com Ozoner 29 Twin Drive-In Route 29 West, Broadalbin 883-5735

Saratoga Film Forum 320 Broadway, SS • 584-3456 saratogafilmforum.org

Skidmore College 815 No. Broadway, S 580-5000 • Cms.skidmore.edu

Albany Saratoga Speedway 2671 Route 9, Malta • 587-0220 Clifton Park Center Cinema 8 Albanysaratogaspeedway.com 22 Clifton Country Rd 371-6186 • regmovies.com

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Out of Area Museums

Adirondack Museum Route 30, Blue Mountain Lake 352-7311 • adkmuseum.org

Albany Institute of History & Art 125 Washington Avenue, Albany 463-4478 • albanyinstitute.org Bennington Museum 75 Main St. Bennington, VT 802-447-1571 benningtonmuseum.com

New York State Museum Empire State Plaza 222 Madison Ave., Albany 474-5877 • nysm.nysed.gov

Shelburne Museum 6000 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, VT • 802-985-3346 shelburnemuseum.org

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Miniature Golf & Driving Ranges

The Children's Museum of Science & Technology 250 Jordan Road, Troy 235-2120 • cmost.org

Natural Attractions

Howe Caverns 255 Discovery Drive, Howes Cave 296-8900 • howecaverns.com

Chapman Historical Museum 348 Glen St., Glens Falls 793-2826 • chapmanmuseum.org Natural Stone Bridge & Caves Schenectady Museum & SuitsBueche Planetarium 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady • 382-7890 schenectadymuseum.org

National Baseball Hall of Fame 25 Main St., Cooperstown 425-5633 baseballhalloffame.org

535 Stone Bridge Rd., Pottersville

494-2283 stonebridgeandcaves.com

Paint Ball

Agape Farms Paintball Field 4839 Route 9N, Corinth 654-7777 • agape-farm.com

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Performing Arts

Adirondack Theater Festival 50 Elm St., Glens Falls 798-7479 • Atfestival.org Capital Repertory Theatre 111 North Pearl St., Albany

445-SHOW (7469) • capitalrep.org

Charles R. Wood Theater 207 Glen Street, Glens Falls 798-9663 • woodtheater.org Fort Salem Theatre 11 East Broadway, Salem

854-9200 • fortsalemtheater.com

Home Made Theater, Inc. 19 Roosevelt Dr., SS • 587-4427 homemadetheater.org Lake George Dinner Theatre 2223 Canada St., Route 9

Lake George • 668-5762 ext 411

lakegeorgedinnertheatre.com Lake George Opera at Saratoga 19 Roosevelt Dr., SS • 584-6018 lakegeorgeopera.org Palace Theater 19 Clinton Ave., Albany 465-3335, ext. 103 palacealbany.com

Proctor’s Theatre 432 State Street, Schenectady 346-6204 • proctors.org

Saratoga Shakespeare Company, Inc P.O. Box 5059, SS • 209-5514 saratogashakespeare.com

Schuylerville Community Theater PO Box 143, Schuylerville 695-5480 • scttheater.org Tanglewood 297 West St., Lenox, MA 413-637-1600 • Tanglewood.org Times Union Center 51 South Pearl St., Albany 487-2000 timesunioncenter-albany.com

Universal Preservation Hall 25 Washington St., SS • 584-2627 Universalpreservationhall.org

Recreation Center

15 Vanderbilt Ave, SS 587-3550 ext. 2300 Recreation Hours: Mon.-Sat. 8am9pm & Sun. 11am-7pm. Free to city residents with ID, 2 lane walking track, gymnasium, volley ball, racquet ball, wally ball, squash courts and basketball courts. Game room with video games, a pool table and ping pong

Rodeo

Double M Rodeo & Western Store 678 Route 67, Ballston Spa 885-9543 doublemwestern.com

Painted Pony Championship Saratoga Performing Arts Center Rodeo 703 Howe Rd., Lake Luzerne 108 Avenue of the Pines, SS 696-2421 • paintedponyrodeo.com 587-3330 • spac.org

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Skydiving

Saratoga Skydiving Adventure 288 Brownville Rd., Gansevoort

895-8140 • Skydivesaratoga.com

Sports Entertainment Minor League Baseball minorleaguebaseball.com Houston Astros Affiliate Tri-City Valley Cats 1-866-644-2687

Times Union Center 51 South Pearl St. Albany 487-2000 timesunioncenter-albany.com

Swimming

Victoria Pool / Peerless Pool at the Saratoga Spa State Park 584-2003 - Victoria Pool 584-2009 - Peerless Pool 3 Roosevelt Court, SS nysparks.state.ny.us Saratoga Regional YMCA 290 West Ave./PO Box 4610, SS 583-9622 saratogaregionalymca.org

Tennis / Racquet Ball East Side Recreation Field Lake Ave., SS

Greenfield Town Park 430 Middle Grove Rd., Middle Grove , Town of Greenfield Malta Community Park Plains Rd., Malta, Ny

Saratoga Regional YMCA 20 Old Gick Rd., Wilton • 587-3000 saratogaregionalymca.org

Train Tours

Amtrak's Adirondack Amtrak.com

Upper Hudson River Railroad 3 Railroad Place, Box 424, North Creek • 877-726-7245 • uhrr.com

White Water Rafting /Tubing

Adirondack River Outfitters 800-525-RAFT (7238) aroadventures.com

Battenkill River Sports & Campground 937 Route 313, Cambridge 677-8868 • brsac.com

Beaverbrook Outfitters PO Box 96, Weavertown 1-888-454-8433 Beaverbrook.net Hudson River Rafting 1 Main St., North Creek, 1-800-888-RAFT hudsonriverrafting.com

Sacandaga Outdoor Center 1 Whitewater Way, Hadley 696-RAFT • 4soc.com

Tubby Tubes Co. 1289 Lake Ave., Lake Luzerne 696-7222 Tubbytubestubing.com

Shenantaha Creek Park Solo Truck Rd., Malta, NY

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Senior in your life

The Saratoga County New York Connects Services Directory

is written, compiled and edited by the Saratoga County Office for the Aging, with funds provided by New York Connects.

We’ve highlighted some pertinent information below, but please call

884-4100

for instructions to receive your copy.

Their Directory of Services covers the following areas: Abuse and Neglect Adult Homes Benefits Case Management / Counseling Church-Related Assistance Credit Counseling Day Care, Adult Disabled Advocacy and Services Durable Medical Equipment Emergency Shelter Food Services and Nutrition Health Care Information and Assistance Health Insurance Claims and Assistance

for the

Home Care Identification Information & Referral In Home Volunteers Legal Services Nursing Homes Respite -Adult Respite-Children Senior Clubs & Centers Senior Housing Support Groups Transportation Volunteer Opportunities Voter Registration Weatherization/Housing Services Adult Homes

An adult home (Level II) is an adult care facility established and operated to provide 24-hour long-term residential care, room, board, housekeeping, personal care, and supervision to five or more adults unrelated to the operator (the facilities listed herein vary greatly in size). Adult homes (Level I) offer no skilled nursing care. For a list of area homes with four or fewer beds, contact Saratoga County Dept. of Social Services, 884-4159.

Beacon Pointe Memory Care Community Clifton Park - 371-2200 Cook Adult Home Mechanicville - 664-8014

The Enclave at Prestwick Chase Saratoga Springs - 584-7766 Home of the Good Shepherd Saratoga Springs - 584-3317 Home of the Good Shepherd Wilton - 580-0702 Home of the Good Shepherd at Highpointe - Malta

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Schuyler Guest Home for Adults Schuylerville - 695-3813

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American Association for Retired Persons (AARP) - 434-4194

Emergency Services

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Benefits

New York State Electric and Gas Power Partner Program 1-800-284-7988

The Salvation Army -584-1640 Emergency Assistance

Saratoga County Department of Social Services 152 West High Street Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Food Stamps 884-4155 or 587-3030 Home Energy Assistance Program 884-4146 or 884-4111 Managed Care • 884-4153 Medicaid • 884-4148 Temporary Assistance & Disability Assistance • 884-4144 Veterans Affairs Division, NYS • 884-4115

Shelters of Saratoga, Inc. - 581-1097 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.

National Grid - 1-800-642-4272

Social Security Administration • 530 Franklin Street, Schenectady 382-1001 • 17 Cronin Road, Queensbury 812-0182 • www.socialsecurity.gov

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Saratoga County Rural Preservation Company (for veterans) - 885-0091

24 Hr. Response Lines Direct Link

584-5885

GF Hospital Lifeline

926-2130

Eddy Lifeline LifeFone

Link to Life

Sara. Hospital Lifeline Seton Lifeline

St. Peter’s Lifeline EMERGENCY

274-2635 1-800-882-2280 1-800-848-9399 583-8413 268-6263 525-1004 911

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Case Mgmt. / Counseling

Catholic Charities of Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties 587-5000 Elder Care Program of the Mechanicville Community Center 664-8322 x377

Christ Episcopal Church -885-9630 15 West High Street, Ballston Spa The church offers a food pantry that is open 10 am – Noon, M., W, Th & Fri. Emergency food supplies are available on Wednesday from 5 pm – 7 pm

Saratoga County Mental Health Center at Cramer House - 584-9030

Corinth First Presbyterian Church 203 Palmer Ave, Corinth, 654-9432 Services include Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group that meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays @ 1:15 pm, Extra Helpings Regional Food Bank (food delivery on last Thursday of month), Community Churches Fuel Fund and Health in Need Fund.

Community Churches Food Pantry is at the Town Hall, 600 Palmer Ave., M-F 2:30-3:30.

St. Paul’s - 664-6196 52 William Street, Mechanicville The church offers a parish nursing program and friendly visiting.

Shenendehowa United Methodist Church 371-7964 - 971

KEE to Independent Growth, Inc. Case Management/Service Coordination 879-4894 or 879-4347 Saratoga County Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services - 587-8800

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First Baptist Church - 885-8361 202 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa The church operates a food pantry Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 am noon.

Route 146, Clifton Park The church offers a monthly senior luncheon.

Soul Saving Station Church 62 Henry St., Saratoga Springs - 584-3122 The church provides spiritual counseling, religious services, family contacts & referrals.

South Glens Falls United Methodist Church -793-1152 15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls Services offered include prayer, counseling and support.

St. Edward The Confessor Catholic Church 569 Clifton Park Center Road Clifton Park 371-7372 The church programs include a parish nurse program, friendly visitors, and bereavement committee.

St. George’s Episcopal Church 912 Rte 146, Clifton Park, 371-6351

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Services include a support group for Diabetics on the 1st Friday of the month at 12:30 and an Alzheimer’s support group on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month from 1-2 pm.

St. Peters Catholic Church 241 B’wy, Saratoga - 584-2375 The church offers a variety of information programs. Outreach program Mon-Wed-Fri.- 9noon.

St. Therese Rosary Altar Society 105 Ballard Rd., Gansevoort 587-9076 The society offers a substitute caregiver program for emergency situations. Also, there is a food pantry twice a month. Call for additional information.

Day Care / Adults

Lena’s Adult Day Care Services 230 Bluebird Rd., South Glens Falls 793-7177 Schuyler Ridge Residential Health & Adult Day Care 1 Abele Boulevard, Clifton Park 371-1400

Wesley Evergreen Adult Day Services 131 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs 587-3600 Ext 1443 www.wesleyhealth.com

Food Services

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County 50 West High Street, Ballston Spa 885-899

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Saratoga County Office for the Aging 884-4100 • 60 + Dining Program • Home Delivered Meals • Nutrition Education

Health Care Assistance

Association for the Hearing Impaired, Inc. 761-0554

Community Hospice of Saratoga 581-0800 Epilepsy Foundation of NENY 456-7501

Glens Falls Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired 7923421

Northeast Health Diabetes Center 447-3500 (EPIC) - Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage, Call Saratoga County Office for the Aging for details - 884-4100 Seton Health Incontinence and Wound Services 268-5380 YMCA of Saratoga Cty 583-9622

Home Health Care Partners 581-2632 Home Helpers & Direct Link 584-5885 Home Instead Senior Care 580-1042 Northway 10 Executive Park 877-3811 Living Made Easy, LLC 580-9585 Living Resources Home Care Agency 346-6214 NurseCore 438-3900 Samuel S. Stratton Veterans Administration Medical Center 626-5000 Saratoga Cty. Dept. of Social Services 884-4159 Saratoga Cty. Public Health 584-7460 Senior Solutions 584-1200 Seton Home Care 583-7076 Visiting Nurses Home Care/Medstaff 798-1450 Visiting Nurses Association of Albany, Inc. 371-0890 VNA- Schenectady (SVNA) 382-8050

Identification

Motor Vehicles Department, • Wilton Mall - 584-7403 • 40 Mc Master Street - 885-2227 • Clifton Park Center Rd - 383-2480

CDTA Half-Fare cards available at Saratoga County Office for the Aging 884-4100

In Home Volunteers Care Links 371-5179 Caritas for Charity 798-6648

Legal Services

Legal Aid Society 587-5188 Mediation Matters 584-6361 Saratoga Cty. Office for Aging 884-4100

Nursing Home

Maplewood Manor 885-2288 Saratoga Care Nursing Home 583-8496 Seton Health at Schuyler Ridge 371-1400 Wesley Health Care Center 587-3600

Respite - Adult

Attentive Home Companions 694-0400 Saratoga Cty Office for Aging 884-4100 Catholic Charities

Home Care

Accent Health Care Services 237-2700 Adept Health Care Services 2711055 All Metro Health Care (800)-225-1200 Any Time Home Care, Inc. 4641940 Attentive Care 438-6271 Attentive Home Companions 6940400 Companions for the Elderly 3833119 Concepts of Health Care 885-2020 Eddy Home Care 274-6200 Gentiva Health Services 899-1158 Greater Adk. Home Aides 926-7070 Home of the Good Shepherd 581-2800 110 | Welcome Home

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Seniors

449-2001 Care Links 371-5179 Home Health Care Partners 581-2632 Home Instead Senior Care 580-1042 Living Made Easy 580-9585 Senior Solutions 584-1200

Alzheimer’s Resources Alzheimer's Association Capital District Chapter - 867-4999 Medic Alert (missing persons) - 1-888-572-8566 Alzheimer's Disease Assistance Ctr 238-4164

Alzheimer’s Support

First Presbyterian Church - 654-9432 Adirondack Branch Office - 793-5863 Halfmoon Senior Center - 371-3892 Wesley Health Care Center - 691-1515 St George’s Episcopal Church - 371-5179

Employment for Seniors Title V Senior Employment Employment and Training Administration provides part-time employment, classroom instruction and on-the-job training to eligible persons over 55. For information and requirements call 884-4170.

Experience Works - Offers part-time employment to eligible older adults. For information on the program call 226-0122.

Volunteer Opportunities The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce is a great place to start. It is as simple as typing: www.saratoga.org /jobs/jobzonevolunteer-index.asp

Foster Grandparent - Foster Grandparents serve 20 hours a week in schools, hospitals, correctional institutions, and Head Start and day care centers. Volunteers must meet income eligibility requirements. For more information, call 272-6052.

The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is part of Corporation for National & Community Service, the national volunteer agency. Anyone 55 years or older is eligible to become a volunteer. RSVP offers diverse opportunities to serve in museums, SaratogaTODAYNewspaper.com

libraries, schools, nursing homes and other community agencies. Volunteer assignments are a match between the specific interests of the volunteer and the particular needs of an organization. If available, volunteers also serve the homebound elderly with visits and telephone calls. Volunteers are covered by liability insurance and helped with incidental expenses such as transportation. For information call 884-4110.

Senior Companion - Offers part-time opportunities for seniors to develop one-to-one relationships with developmentally disabled adults. Participants, who are income eligible, receive: a tax-free stipend, possible transportation, daily meal, orientation and training. For information call 581-3075.

YMCA of Saratoga Volunteer Options and Senior Clubs (Silver Sneakers) - 583-9622

Transportation

Transportation is available in the

following areas. Please call 24 hours

in advance to make reservations.

Ballston, Charlton, Galway, Greenfield, Malta, Milton, Providence & Wilton Stanski Transportation - 884-4100

Clifton Park Shenendehowa Seniors - 371-4444 Corinth Senior Center - 654-2040 Town of Halfmoon - 664-2040

City of Mechanicville - 664-5651 Town of Moreau - 792-6007 Saratoga Springs Capitaland Taxi - 583-3131

Town of Waterford 237-7531, 235-8282 Scheduled Bus Routes CDTA - 482-3371

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12 green home improvements

Making home improvements doesn't have to mean compromising environmental ideals in the process. There are numerous jobs that a person can do that fit with a green lifestyle. While these improvements help protect the planet, they'll also help keep a few extra dollars in your wallet.

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Conserve water. Turn off the tap between brushing teeth or rinsing off dishes. Better yet, install low-flow faucets, showerheads and toilets that reduce the consumption of water in the household.

Motion detection: Motion-detector lights can be installed in different rooms of the home and outdoors. Lights will automatically turn on and off depending on the activity in the area, reducing the chances of a light being left on inadvertently and wasting money and energy.

Solar panels: You may have been toying with the idea of solar panels for years. They can be installed on the roof or in the yard to power various components of the household, like lights during a traditional power outage or the swimming pool filter. Today it is possible to buy used solar panels, many of which still have a lot of life left to them and are considerably cheaper than new ones.

Aluminum-clad storm door: Insulate the entryway of your home with a storm door that will buffer against harsh weather conditions. While you're creating a more air-tight space, caulk around windows and doors.

Replace air filters. Your HVAC system likely has filters inside that trap dirt and contaminants. Replacing the filters leads to cleaner indoor air and helps the unit run more efficiently.

Power strips: Stock up on power strips and plug all of your peripherals and computer equipment into these strips. This way when you want to power down everything completely, you simply turn off the power button on the strip. This ensures no devices are drawing power even in the off position, which many do.

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Install fans. Fans aren't just useful in the summer. In the winter, the blades can be set to rotate in the opposite direction and help draw warm air into the room, heating more efficiently.

Rainwater barrels: Set up rainwater barrels at the downspouts of your home's gutter system. These barrels collect water that can be used to water indoor and outdoor plants, or even wash the car. Some feature a spigot to which you can directly connect a garden hose.

Plant trees. Trees are good for the environment in many ways, producing necessary oxygen for life and offering food and living areas for wildlife. Trees can also shade a home during the warm weather, helping reduce energy consumption.

Glass fireplace doors: Install glass fireplace doors, which are safer than fireplace screens. They'll also help protect against heat loss up the chimney when there isn't a fire lit.

Buy a solar cover. Warm up your spa all season long with a solar cover, which helps keep debris out of the water, too. Solar covers reduce the need to fire up the heater to warm the water.

Dog waste composter: Create a method to safely dispose of dog waste without having to toss it in plastic bags in the trash. There are devices that can be buried into the ground to serve as a dog waste receptacle. Or you can make one of your own by placing a container with a lid that seals on top but has an open bottom. Sprinkle a natural bacteria septic tank product, such as Rid-X, down the hole routinely and it will break down the waste and turn it into soil fertilizer.

There are a variety of ways to go green with home improvements, whether extensive projects or small fixes. WH SaratogaTODAYNewspaper.com

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Bird Feeders a style for every bird

hen it comes to spring and summer, many people associate certain sights and sounds with these warm weather seasons. Ocean waves crashing, luscious lawns glowing green and birds chirping are often associated with spring and summer.

While homeowners might not be able to bring the soothing sounds of the ocean to their homes, they can bring the lyrical sounds of birds chirping to their yards. Bird feeders make a wonderful addition to any lawn or garden, adding aesthetic appeal and bringing music to your ears. Choosing a bird feeder can depend on where you'll be hanging it. But whatever the layout of your property, bird feeders come in so many shapes and sizes that you're sure to find the right fit.

• Tray (platform): These feeders are simply a big, open tray that's easy to fill and easy for birds to access seed. What's more, they can accommodate several birds at one time.

Most birds will jump at the chance to feast at a tray feeder. There are some who will be reluctant, however, including doves, quail, sparrows and other ground feeders.

However, they can certainly dine on any seed that gets spilled over.

• Hopper feeders: These have plastic or glass enclosures that dole out seed as it is needed. This is a smart choice since seed isn't wasted and it's protected when not being eaten.

• Widow feeders: Before storm windows and screened-in windows infiltrated modern society, birdseed was simply strewn out on an open window sill. You can still invite birds to your window with a window feeder that mounts like a window box. Or, there are models that simply suction to the window itself.

• Tube feeders: These just may be the most efficient type of feeders out there. They're self-contained, the seed stays dry, and they hold a large amount of seed, making refilling an infrequent job. They also can feed a good number of birds at one time.

• Nectar feeders: Some birds, like hummingbirds, orioles, house finches and some woodpeckers, prefer sweet nectar or sugar water over seed. Use a nectar feeder to satisfy their sweet tooth. WH SaratogaTODAYNewspaper.com

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hen shopping for a home, parents often marvel at properties that feature a pool in the backyard. Once they see a pool, parents envision their kids having fun in the sun with friends and family.

While days spent poolside with the family are fun, they can also be dangerous, especially for children.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children ages 1 to 4 have the highest drowning rates, and fatal drowning is the second-leading cause of unintentional injury-related death for children ages 1 to 14 years. It's no wonder then why parents place such a strong emphasis on pool safety. The following are some preventative measures parents can take to reduce their child's risk of an accident in the pool.

• Ensure children know how to swim. Teaching kids to swim might sound obvious, but many kids jump into pools before having any formal swimming training. But a child who has received formal swimming lessons has a significantly smaller risk of injury or drowning than one who has not received formal lessons. A 2009 study published in the Archives of Pediatrics and Medicine found that participation in formal swimming lessons can reduce the risk of drowning by 88 percent among children ages 1 to 14 years. Local community centers as well as the YMCA and even the Red Cross likely offer swimming lessons for children, so parents should take advantage of these highly effective programs.

• Pay constant attention when kids are in the pool.

Kids should never be left unattended when in a pool.

But accidents happen even when parents are nearby.

However, how quickly adults or others respond to a child in danger can have a significant impact on the outcome of an emergency situation. A study in the medical journal Pediatrics determined that the more quickly someone is able to intervene, such as administering CPR, the better the chance of improving the outcome.

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ever they suspect something has gone wrong in the pool.

• Don't rely on air-filled or foam toys. Parents should not rely on air-filled flotation devices such as "water wings" as a safety measure. Such devices can deflate, putting kids at risk, especially if parents are under the assumption that the devices are enough to keep kids safe while they man the grill or mow the lawn. Even if kids wearing flotation devices have had swimming lessons, the likelihood kids will panic and forget those lessons if the devices deflate is significant enough that parents should pay constant attention.

• Do not consume alcohol. Adults should never consume alcohol while children are swimming in the pool.

Alcohol can negatively affect judgment, balance and coordination, making it more difficult to respond to a pool emergency should one occur. In addition, the effects of alcohol are heightened by exposure to the sun and heat, so consuming alcohol on hot summer days while kids are swimming in the pool could be an unnecessary risk.

• Put all toys away after swimming. A pool and its surrounding deck should not have toys lying around, as this only entices children to go into the pool area when Mom and Dad might not be home or watching them. A study from the Consumer Product Safety Commission found that most young children who drowned in pools were last seen in the home and had been out of sight for less than five minutes. Kids can quickly disappear, and it might be too late before parents notice their youngster has jumped into the pool unsupervised. Put all toys away once a swimming session ends, so kids don't feel the urge to go play by the pool unsupervised.

A backyard pool is both fun and potentially dangerous. A few safety measures can drastically reduce the risk of drowning or injury, but parents should remain alert and attentive whenever kids are swimming or playing around the pool. WH

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hile many homeowners have visions of refurbishing their kitchens and brand new bathrooms dancing in their heads, smaller, more manageable jobs can also help give a home that new and improved look.

One such job is redoing the driveway. While it might not be as glamorous as a new kitchen or building a home theater, redoing the driveway can give a home's exterior a decidedly different look and add tons of curb appeal.

Janeen Browe, of L. Browe Asphalt Services, Inc., suggests looking at your driveway with a critical eye towards function, aesthetic and integration into the surrounding landscape. A well planned and installed driveway will enhance the complete environment and heighten the impact of a home’s architecture and landscape design. A newly paved driveway, with its crisp edges, smooth flowing lines, and even level surface can help create a great first impression of your beautiful home.

When it’s time to upgrade that sad old driveway, consider these following options before calling around for driveway estimates: • Function is paramount. Proper planning will ensure that cars have room to back up and turn. What is the natural flow of the driveway, and would you like it to stay that way? Maybe you’d like more parking on the right or a turnaround on the left?

Think it through now and ask for suggestions when consulting with your driveway installer.

• Overhangs, runoffs and drainage - make sure to discuss all of these things with your driveway installer.

• Insure that transitions to garages and the road are seamless.

• Ask about incorporating various design elements into the driveway, such as planting beds, brick pavers and ornamental stone applications.

• Talk about what kind of maintenance will be needed and how frequently.

• Choosing a contractor is key.

Your end product can vary widely due to differences in design, equipment, and, most importantly, experience – so choose wisely! WH

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roof repair ?

eplacing a roof is a costly venture few homeowners look forward to. The national average cost of a roof replacement is nearly $22,000, a costly endeavor considering the tenuous nature of the economy. What’s more, homeowners who choose more upscale roofing materials can expect to spend almost $40,000 on their roofs.

Such costs make it no small wonder that many homeowners fear the dreaded diagnosis that their home needs a new roof. While there’s little homeowners can do to reduce the cost of a roof replacement, there are warning signs homeowners can look for that might indicate a roof replacement is on the horizon. Recognition of these signs can help homeowners be more financially prepared should the day come when the roof needs to be replaced.

1. The presence of algae Dark streaks and on a roof may indicate algae, which can grow on a roof for quite awhile. Algae does not necessarily do any damage to a roof, but it does do some damage to a home’s physical appearance, as algae on

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the roof is not very pleasing to the eye. Algae is most often found on the roofs of homes located in climates that have warm, humid summers. If algae is a problem on your roof, spray washing with a mixture of water and bleach can effectively remove it.

2. Buckling shingles Like algae, buckling shingles are another unsightly problem on a roof. But buckling shingles are more than just an eyesore; they actually might indicate significant problems.

When shingles buckle, it’s typically due to hot air from the attic forcing the shingles away from the structure. Buckling shingles also indicate that the roof is poorly ventilated, which takes years off the roof’s life expectancy while driving up home cooling costs along the way.

3. Granule loss Granule loss is typically a byproduct of normal shingle wear and tear that results from inclement weather, such as hail. Older roofs might experience granule loss, but granule loss can also occur on a new roof if a defective roofing product was used. Any granule loss, even if slight, should be addressed, as the side effects of granule loss include a weakened roof and leaking. If granule loss is not addressed, the consequences could be severe the next time a storm occurs.

4. Mold Unlike some of the warning signs discussed above, mold is not visible on the outside of the home. Instead, as Keith Gilligan from Adirondack Homewerks suggests, homeowners should look in the attic to see if there is any mold growth on the underside of the roof deck inside the attic.

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Mold is typically caused by condensation and moisture due to improper ventilation from the roof eaves and gables, and/or poorly installed insulation, which keeps heat loss to a minimum. If there is mold present, the roof is also likely leaking, and the health risks of mold growth in a home are substantial. Mold is not necessarily easy to detect, so a professional inspection might be in order if mold growth is suspected. If a professional determines mold is, in fact, present, then the mold will need to be removed and all options, including a roof replacement, must be considered to keep mold from coming back.

5. Roof rot Perhaps the most discouraging sign a homeowner can see on his or her roof is roof rot. Roof rot appears when a roof is in considerable decay and, if not addressed, its consequences can stretch far beyond the roof, damaging other parts of the home thanks in large part to water getting through the roof. If roof rot is either not noticed or just ignored, it won’t take long for water to get through the roof and blaze a destructive path through the rest of the home.

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Homeowners might fear a full roof replacement because of the cost associated with such a project, but if ignored, problems with a roof could eventually prove far more costly than the price of replacing the roof. WH

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elling a house is seldom easy, and homeowners are often willing to do whatever it takes to make their home more attractive to prospective buyers.

Real estate agents can be as pleased with exterior curb appeal as they are with a well-maintained house on the inside. When it comes to residential property value, this book is indeed judged by its cover!

Faye Rispoli, from Re/Max Park Place suggests tackling these projects listed below prior to listing your home.

In addition to getting a home inspection and repairing what needs to be done, Rispoli recommends showcasing your home through well-maintained landscaping, clean and homey interiors and little touches such as fresh flowers, new towels and sheer curtains to let the light in.

Here are some ideas to get you started: Ask yourself; how is your Curb Appeal? You know, that good impression people get of your home when they pull up in a car, or walk by. As we all know… you never get a second chance to make a good first impression!

Here are a few things to look for: • Scrape and spot-paint problem areas of your home’s exterior. This might be a temporary fix, but even a touch up is better than peeling paint.

• Color the landscape. The plants outside a home shouldn't stick out like a sore thumb, but a few splashes of color can make a home more appealing. For the cost of some annuals, which are typically inexpensive, homeowners can turn a drab flower bed into a colorful spot bound to catch a buyer's eye.

• Lay down new layers of mulch.

Mulch is not only good for plants, helping them to retain moisture while inhibiting weed germination and growth, but a fresh layer of mulch also adds to a yard's aesthetic appeal.

Mulch made of wood or bark chips is also slow to decay, so apply a new batch right before the "For Sale" sign is erected and you might not have to apply another batch before selling the home.

• Prune trees and shrubs. Pruning trees and shrubs is one of the easiest and most effective ways to improve a landscape. Dead branches in shrubs and trees might suggest to buyers that the homeowners weren't terribly preoccupied with maintenance, and this might cause them to think twice about making an offer. Stay on top of pruning regardless of what season it is, and

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be sure to remove any fallen branches from the yard on a regular basis.

• Clean bird baths and other water features. Water features create a peaceful atmosphere around a property if they're well-maintained. If not, buyers won't see the yard as a sanctuary but rather a place where mosquitoes congregate and odors emanate from algae-filled water. Remove any debris from water features, including leaves and algae, and clean the filters so water is always clear.

• Invest in a power washer. Buying a power washer might be a tad over the top, but homeowners whose yards are filled with grimy surfaces might find a power washer can work wonders at restoring a home's external appeal. If plants are in pots that are covered in years-old dirt and grime, a power washer can restore the pot's luster in a matter of minutes. Spray down walkways and even home siding that has fallen victim to dirt and grime.

• Replace or paint rusty fixtures like the mailbox, railings, house number, and more.

• Tackle pesky weeds on interlock paths and driveway.

• Install lighting along your walkways and steps or to spotlight the house’s shape and architecture.

• Repair minor asphalt and walkway cracks if necessary.

• Clean and clear all gutters.

When shooting to make a good first impression, a little basic maintenance and attention to detail will go a long way toward making your “For Sale” to sign change to “Sold!” WH

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eople fortunate enough to own their own plots of land often choose to fence in their pieces of paradise. Fences serve many purposes: to designate property boundaries, keep pets or children contained in a safe environment, corral livestock, offer privacy or add aesthetic appeal.

Although installing a fence may seem like the right idea for you, going about it the wrong way may lead to problems among neighbors, particularly if you live where the houses are relatively close to one another.

Some homeowners find fences become the final point of contention among disagreeable neighbors or create tension with a neighbor with whom you previously had a good relationship. Being courteous with fence plans is the way to avoid any animosity along the way.

There are certain things you must do and should do if you plan to erect a fence. Most people find neighbors

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appreciate being informed of any decisions you are thinking of making to the property that can affect their views or their adjoining property. Before drawing up fence plans with a contractor, talk to the neighbors on either side of your home and gauge their receptiveness to a fence. At this point, you may want to consider offering to make the fencing project a joint deal to save money should the neighbors decide to install a fence as well. Contractors will often discount if they have several customers doing an installation at the same time. Property owners can save by splitting the costs of the shared walls of the fence where their property lines meet.

Explain your case for the fence. Most neighbors are receptive to the idea if they know the reasoning -especially if the desire for a fence is not to keep them at bay. It's hard to protest a fence that is a safety precaution for children. If your neighbor already has a fence, you must ask whether you can connect your fence panels into the support post on your shared side.

Once you notify your neighbors as a courtesy, there are certain steps to take that will prevent any legal disputes down the road. Even the most easy-going neighbor could grow aggravated if the fence is put up carelessly or ends up partially on his property. The best way to prevent this is to apply for a new, professional property survey and have property lines indicated with paint or wood markers.

Each town or city has different regulations with regard to fencing, so it is important to learn the ropes or hire a contractor who is familiar with the rules. It might be illegal to install fences directly on the property line.

The law might require the fence be installed a few inches inward. There also may be rules about how high fences can be in the front of the home, sides and back.

Corner lot properties may have added regulations depending on whether the fence could prove a visual obstruction to drivers.

If you live in a planned community, or one with a homeowners' association, it is your job to find out the guidelines for any home improvements. The HOA may dictate the style, size and maintenance of the fence or may not allow a fence at all.

Once all the details are checked, you may have to apply for a fence permit. This way the construction of the fence and finished product will meet safety standards, and the area in which you live can provide con-

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sistent quality control. If the fence is installed by code, there is little chance it will have to be torn down or changed in the near future. Also, doing it by the book means that a neighbor can be unhappy about a fence but not have legal recourse to ask you to remove it.

As an added form of courtesy, it is proper fence etiquette to put the "good" side of the fence facing the neighbors' yards. That means the side of the fence that doesn't show the support panels and posts. Remember, it is your fence so you are also responsible for all maintenance of the fence -- on all sides. Just because your neighbor also will be benefitting from your fence, doesn't mean he will have to care for it. WH

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Outdoors !!

Creating....

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any homeowners think an outdoor living space is one that can only be used during the warmweather months. However, if done right, individuals can enjoy outdoor rooms for much of the year.

Creating a comfortable, intimate and private outdoor space offers a spot to which a person can retire after a long day -- especially a person who enjoys the delights of Mother Nature. Outdoor rooms can be customized depending on the space one has, meaning homeowners or renters with any size yard or patio area can enjoy an outdoor room.

Starting the project first requires determining where the outdoor space will be situated. Most people prefer to keep it close to the house for easy access. It's also important to consider how many seasons will be enjoyed outdoors. This will determine the accessories needed. For example, those who want to stretch outdoor living into the late autumn may want to invest in a chiminea or outdoor fireplace to provide a focal point

and warm place to converge when the weather is brisk.

Those who only desire a summer area may want an arbor or pergola to keep the area cooler when the sun is scorching.

Keep in mind that this area of the outdoors should be private; otherwise it probably won't be used much.

Plants, trellis, garden structures, and other elements can help to keep the area blocked off from prying eyes.

Bamboo is a fast-growing grass that will make an effective privacy screen.

Next, consider plants that provide aesthetic appeal. If the outdoor room will be used for three seasons, use a variety of plants that will ensure blooms all year long.

Consider plants that will feed wildlife and attract butterflies and birds. Greenery tends to create a relaxing space. Don't forget a few evergreen shrubs or trees if the space will be enjoyed past the summer.

Think about comfortable furniture to add to the space. Stores sell so many different varieties of outdoor furniture, from traditional patio sets to chaises and sofas that rival ones that would normally be found indoors. Accessorize as one would inside, adding side tables, throw pillows (in weather-resistant fabrics) and ottomans. The goal is comfort and convenience.

Don't forget lighting. While there's bound to be plenty of sunlight during the day, individuals who want to sit outdoors at night should think about wired or solar lighting. Candles or a fire in a fire pit also can provide ample illumination.

Homeowners going above and beyond can shield the outdoor room from the elements even further by building a screened-in outdoor space.

This will help keep bugs at bay and provide shelter if it rains.

Use curtains or shutters to give the area a cozy appeal.

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deck can be a valuable addition to a home, but there is a lot to consider before installing one. Whether they opt to build it themselves, or hire an outside contractor, homeowners looking to put in a deck should know a few things before starting the process.

Dave Bernacki, president of Capital District Contractors & Decks, suggests doing your research

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a Deck ?

before building the deck yourself. “Unless the deck is going to be especially small, you will likely need a permit to build it,” Bernacki said. “If hiring a builder, they will handle the permit process. You should contact your local town hall before starting anything; if the proper permits are not secured before the project begins, you might have to tear down the whole project and start all over again.”

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teners make the right fit ahead of time. Because fasteners conceal the screws, they also make it possible to go barefoot on the deck.

• While Bernacki notes that a draftsman or any local lumber company can help you with the blueprints needed for your deck, and figuring out the right sized floor joists and footings for the size of the deck, he does have a few tips if you decide to hire a builder. “Research your potential deck builder; look at their Better Business Bureau report. Look them up in their local chamber directory; get referrals and make sure they are insured. Lastly, ask for referrals and go see their work.”

A deck makes a great addition to any home, but homeowners should learn as much as possible about decks and what goes into building them before making any decking decisions. WH

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• Decks don't have to just go on the back of the house. If the back of your house sits in the blazing sun all day, then it's probably best to build the deck elsewhere, and that's perfectly alright. As Bernacki says, “If the property and permit allow you to build elsewhere, think down the road a little… will you want to add a hot tub at some point? Or maybe a screen room eventually? Build your deck with the future in mind.”

• Decks don't have to be made of wood. It's easy to assume all decks are made of plain wood.

However, decks can be made out of a wide variety of materials, natural or synthetic. Pressure-treated wood is perhaps the most popular material for decking because it's not very expensive, but man-made materials that are a mixture of recycled plastic and wood bits or sawdust are also popular because they require no maintenance. Homeowners should know, however, that man-made materials can get hot in the sun, which will require those enjoying the deck to wear shoes.

• If you're going to build your own deck, expect to do some serious digging. Bernacki suggests you call 8-1-1, the nationwide utility registry, to make sure it’s safe to dig in that location before digging.

Bernacki goes on to say that you need to dig down at least 48” to get below the frost line.

• The deck can have multiple levels. Though many people associate decks with one level, it's possible to have a multi-level deck if you simply don't have enough room to build a deck that will be big enough to meet all of your needs. A multi-level deck can break up those long flights of stairs while ensuring you will always have somewhere to go to escape the sun on a hot day.

• You will want to protect the deck. Decks are a costly investment, and you will want to protect that investment. If you're building a wood deck, keep in mind the sun will beat down on the deck for most of the year. Bernacki recommends protecting your deck by staining it with a semi-transparent stain or sealer with a UV protectant, either oil or waterbased. This process should be completed every two years to maintain your investment and keep your deck looking its best.

• Don't forget fasteners. Fasteners will hide the screws for aesthetic appeal. But not all woods and fasteners are the right fit, as certain woods are only compatible with certain fasteners. Find out which fas-

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nterior designers have a knack for pulling together furniture and accessories to create rooms with widespread appeal. But not every homeowner has the resources to hire a professional to help turn their interior from drab to fab. Fortunately, it doesn't always take a pro to transform a home's interior.

The key to creating a beautiful room is planning.

Designers do it and so should you. Measure the dimensions of the room and create a sketch of the area using graph paper or computer software. Be sure to plot any windows or doors on the drawing so that you will be aware of obstacles.

Homeowners unsure of what they want should browse through magazines or pictures on the Web for inspiration. Search for key phrases that describe your design style, such as Tuscan, farmhouse, country, colonial, etc. Then read up on the components of these styles that define it. This will help you select items that fit with the style.

Once a particular style has been chosen, create a design board just like the professionals. Cut out swatches of fabric, select paint swatches, find magazine pictures that fit with your goal and arrange them on a piece of poster board. See how the items work together. If you are unsure of colors, see which shades were used in the inspiring picture and determine if it will coordinate with your home.

When designing, identify or create a focal point in the room and build off of that. This may be a large window, fireplace, or even the entertainment center if it's a family room. Place furniture around the focal point and then move outward.

It's also important to keep scale in mind. Large walls or tall ceilings will create plenty of wall space. A small print or wall hanging will be lost in such an area. Be sure to choose furnishings and accessories that fit with the scale of the room. In other words, a huge sectional may overpower a small living room.

When choosing colors, make sure they are cohesive.

Research the color wheel that artists use to help with designing the room. Some colors are complementary or opposites and still work together. Homeowners nervous about color should choose a color from fabric or furniture and use a few different shades of the same color in the room. Select an accent color that can be used on trim or as a spot of color on a pillow or accessory.

When plotting wall hangings or other decor, odd numbers often look more pleasing to the eye.

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Experiment with different sizes of framed artwork or different shaped accessories for visual appeal. For example, a few rectangular shaped items with a circular clock and a conical flower vase can mix it up in the room. This is where looking at magazine layouts can be extremely helpful.

Many stores sell items that mimic the look of higherpriced items. When copying a designer room, select pieces that are similar, but not necessarily the same brands. Consider shopping at second-hand stores or antique shops for discounted pieces. With a little new fabric or stain, many items can look like new again.

Shopping online also may enable shoppers to find items more readily and see how they look in staged rooms.

When designing, it never hurts to think outside of the box. Items originally intended for outside, may work well inside as well. Hanging lanterns or plant stands could be put to use in a rustic room. Save some money by making some items yourself. For instance, if you cannot find a particular throw pillow or drapery that fits with your style, go to a fabric store and purchase fabric to make your own.

Decorating doesn't have to cost a fortune or look like you pieced odd items together. By following the guidelines of a designer room and selecting lower-priced items that mimic the shape and scale of similar accessories, it's possible for any homeowner to create a room for less. WH

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or Pavers ?

hen faced with the prospect of designing a walkway or a patio, decisions have to be made as to the material used. Homeowners have many options at their disposal, but concrete and paving stones are two of the more popular materials.

Each has its share of advantages and disadvantages.

Here's a comparison of both.

Pavers Pavers offer a breadth of different design possibilities.

They come in many different sizes, shapes, colors, and textures. Pavers also can be mixed and matched to create the desired aesthetic.

Paving stones are not permanent, which can be good and bad. When laid correctly, they will be durable and attractive. However, if not given an adequate layer of sand and base material, stones can shift or pop up. Polymeric sand is recommended to fill the joints to prevent weed growth.

In communities where more permanent hardscapes require permits, paving stones can be a way around this extra step. Also, because of the individual blocks, installing pavers may be something homeowners are more inclined to try as a DIY project.

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Keep in mind that, due to the intricate work involved, the cost of paving stones may be higher than other materials. This can be a significant factor when choosing between one material and another.

Concrete Concrete has been used for decades thanks to its durability and permanence. This permanence is what draws many to concrete in a home landscape, but it also pushes others away.

Concrete is a continuous, poured piece of pavement. Because it is less labor-intensive to pour concrete, it is often a more affordable option for patios and pathways. But once concrete has cured, the only way to change the look is to break it up and start over again.

Concrete is very durable and often stands up well to many applications.

The ability to stamp patterns into concrete and add tint to the concrete mixture enables homeowners to create different looks that may mimic the appearance of pavers at a lower cost. Therefore, homeowners won't have to settle on gray or white concrete in a landscape design.

Concrete can cost between $6 and $9 per square foot. Pavers may be between $10 and $15 per square foot depending on the type of stone used. WH

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If you cannot wait any longer to make some much needed changes in your home, you are not alone. This pent-up energy often begins in the kitchen, a room that gets a lot of wear and tear but also seems to go out of fashion more quickly these days.

Ideas !

ere are some quick and relatively easy changes that result in big impact.

• The most obvious change is installing a new countertop. Remember that countertops represent 30 percent of the color in any kitchen.

• Replace your old refrigerator with an energy-efficient model. Call around asking for scratch-n-dents or old floor models.

• Refresh your cabinets with a coat of paint, and change all the cabinet hardware in the process.

This makes everything look new.

• Swap out your old ceiling light fixture and install under cabinet lighting as well. A little light can make a dramatic difference.

• Change your sink or faucets. W H

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Landscaping Mistakes !!

1. no roadmap: You must have a plan for your landscape. Plot it out on paper, make a list of your materials and costs, run the idea by all those in the household and only then begin.

2. improper plant locations: The reason garden centers and nurseries put those care tags on plants is so that you will know how to care for the particular plant. You should take into consideration the proper sunlight and exposure your plants will need.

3. scalping the lawn: It is not true that cutting your lawn short will mean less mowing. The lawn has different requirements throughout the year. In the cooler weather you can get away with cutting it shorter so that sunlight can penetrate the soil. In the summer, keep the blades longer to maximize water retention and promote soil shade.

4. picking the wrong plants: Many people pick plants because they simply look good and not because they'll be appropriate for their yard.

5. thinking animals won't bother your landscape: Once you plant attractive and delicious flowering plants you could find your yard is the new dining spot for a host of wildlife. Intersperse bitter-tasting flowers with the sweet ones to deter deer. Birds, rabbits, squirrels and other animals may need barriers to keep them out.

6. pruning willy-nilly: Many plants prosper when pruned. However, overpruning or doing so the wrong way or at the wrong time can harm a plant. Learn the correct way from books or a gardening center. Otherwise, it could be better not to prune at all.

7. too much color: A smattering of color here and there can be too much and distracting when your landscape is viewed. Instead, choose a color palette and stick with a few similar hues.

8. forgetting the family: An ornate garden certainly looks pretty, but how practical is it for your way of life? If you have kids, you may have to think about how your property is used and plan your landscape around that.

9. failing to be safe: Follow the recommendations and warnings on any tools you use for gardening. Always read the instructions and user's manual.

10. grab and go: It's easy to want to buy everything you see at the garden center, but it's better to go in with a plan and a shopping list. Mixing and matching too many elements in your yard could look sloppy and not well thought out.

11. poor maintenance: Garden beds generally require weeding and tending once or twice a month. Make sure you have the time to take care of your landscape after you create it.

Otherwise, find someone reliable whom you can hire to care for it.

12. failing to budget: Gardening, just like any hobby, can cost money. Make a list of what you're willing to spend and stick to it.

Otherwise the bills can quickly escalate.

13. one-season landscape: Your landscape should grow and change with the weather. Plan for plantings that bloom or offer color all year round.

14. forgetting the day-to-night transition: Of course you want your yard to look great during the day, but what about enjoying it at night? Make sure it is safe and plan for exterior illumination so that you can have many wonderful evenings under the stars.

15. lawn ornament overkill: Putting too many lawn ornaments into your yard can take away from the natural beauty of the landscape. If you want to add a whimsical touch, stick with one or two instead of many. WH

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Fix-ups !!

Entry Door Tips: 1. If you can see light around your main entry door from the inside, the door is hard to close or lock, or the door itself is warped, it's time to consider a new door.

2. Even if you can't see light, air may be moving through gaps in the weather stripping at a surprising rate. On a very cold or hot day, hold the back of your hand an inch or so away from the bottom and perimeter of your door. If you can feel air moving or a significant cold spot, that's a signal your existing door could benefit from better sealing.

3. Determine what role you would like an entry door to play on your home's exterior. Do you want it to be a focal point with a splash of color? Is it important that you have decorative glass in the door system? Will you need vented sidelights to allow more light and air into your home? Search the web for "Door Designer" and "My Saved Door" online tools to help visualize how a new door will look on your home.

4. Think about the weather conditions your home's door faces along with your energy bills. If either run to the extreme, consider upgrading your entryway.

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Window Tips: 1. Evaluate the functionality and decorative appeal of your current windows. If you have condensation between glass panes, the windows are hard to open or close, your energy bills are soaring or if there are drafts coming in around the window units, then it's time to seriously consider replacement windows.

2. Vinyl framed windows are the category of windows with the highest growth rate in the country. Why? These frames are extremely energy-efficient and some of the best have fusion-welded corners and multi-chambered construction. Plus, maintenance hassles are so low you'll forget the horrors of rotting frames, scraping and repainting that come with wood windows.

3. Investigate your window options and stick with a national manufacturer that can stand behind a long-term warranty.

4. Remember that a thermally-efficient window is sealed tightest when it's locked. So, to keep your energy bills lowers, don't just close your windows, make sure to lock them.

Trim Tips: 1. If you have the opportunity to replace your entry door or windows, make sure to finish off the job with stylish window and door trim.

2. Take an eagle's eye look at your home. Most houses have louvers placed high above the attic or garage space to allow ventilation in those areas. And, most houses have wooden louvers that can rot with time. Replacing louvers with insect-resistant and rot-resistant synthetic louvers can improve the home's appearance and functionality.

Roofing Tips: 1. Check your roof yearly (from a ladder or from a neighbor's home with binoculars) to determine the condition of your roof. Look for problem areas, such as missing or broken shingles, along with roofing tiles that may be "flapping" in the wind. These are all indications that a new roof may be in your future.

2. Don't forget to check the sides of your roof. The southern exposure weathers significantly faster than the other sides of the roof, so make sure to carefully examine this one. Also, shallower pitches weather faster than steeper pitches. So again, if your roof has a shallow pitch -- like a shed dormer -- make certain you can clearly see it to get a true indication of the condition of your roof.

3. Since the installation of a new roof exceeds the capabilities of most homeowners, make sure to research and hire a professional roofer. Check to make sure your roofer is insured, licensed and certified. Ask for a written job estimate and references along with warranty information for both the roof you select and his installation services. WH

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Coffee

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A cup of coffee enjoyed in the garden can make for a relaxing morning. However, that java can also be a pick-me-up for your landscape.

Coffee and tea byproducts can be used in and around the garden to act as a slow-release fertilizer and a main component of compost.

Like leaves left to decompose in the garden, coffee grounds when dispersed thinly in the soil, can be an amendment and add nutrients back into the ground.

Consider these uses for grounds.

• Add to compost piles (filters and all) along with tea bags to make an all-natural, rich source of energy for plants.

• Dilute with water to make a fast-acting fertilizer.

• Use in soil for houseplants or in vegetable beds.

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• Some people believe that coffee grounds can help repel pests, such as snails and slugs.

• If your garden needs more nitrogen, definitely turn to coffee. Nitrogen is essential for plant leaf development.

• Plants that thrive in acidic soil, such as pines, evergreens, blueberries, raspberries, roses, azaleas, gardenias, ferns, rhododendrons, lily-of-the-valley, and even marigolds, can benefit from coffee grounds which slightly lower the pH of the soil.

• Feed the coffee grounds to garden worms.

It seems they love to consume them. Worm excrement in the garden is beneficial, as is the aeration provided by tunneling worms WH

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Basics

Nothing brings a family together like a home-cooked meal with the perfect ingredients. Unfortunately it is not always as easy as it seems, and those pesky measurements can get pretty confusing. The following tables will help answer these questions and a whole lot more. Good luck, enjoy, and happy cooking.

Equivalents: Fruits & Vegetables Carrot 1 medium Celery 1 medium rib Garlic 1 large clove Onion 1 medium Bell pepper 1 medium Potato, red 1 medium Potato russet 1 medium Shallot 1 large Tomato 1 medium Mushroom, White Olives, kalamata 1/2 cup whole Parsley, flat-leaf 1 small bunch

Weight

2 1/2 ounces 2 1/4 ounces 1/4 ounces

8 ounces 7 ounces

5 ounces 12 ounces 1/2 ounce 5 ounces 8 ounces 3 ounces 3 ounces

Apple 1 medium Lemon 1 medium

7 ounces

Lime 1 medium

4 ounces

Orange, navel 1 medium

10 ounces

5 ounces

Approximate yield

1/2 cup coarsely grated; 1/3 cup small (1/4 inch) diced; 1/2 cup 1/2-inch slices 1/2 cup small (1/4 inch) diced; 1/2 cup 1/4 inch slices 1 tsp paste 1 1/2 tsp minced; 1 tbsp coarsely chopped

1 1/2 cups minced; 1 1/2 cups medium (1/2 -inch) diced; 2 1/3 cups thin (1/8-inch) slices 1 cup fine (1/8 inch) dice; 1 1/3 cups medium (1/2 inch) diced; 1 1/2 cups thin (1/8 inch) slices 1 cup medium (1/2-inch) diced

2 1/4 cups medium (1/2-inch) diced 3 tablespoons minced

1 cup medium (1/2-inch) diced 3 cups thin (1/8 inch) slices

Scant 1/2 cup pitted and coarsely chopped

Equivalents: Dry Goods

Beans, Black 1 cup uncooked Beans, Kidney & Great Northern Rice, arborio 1 cup uncooked Rice, long-grain white 1 cup uncooked Rice, Medium-grain 1 cup uncooked

Couscous Penne uncooked Spaghetti uncooked Almond, hazelnuts, & peanuts, whole shelled Pecan & walnut halves 1 cup Breadcrumbs, fresh from about 2 1/2 slices sandwich bread, with crust

Weight

6 1/2 ounces

Approximate yield

3 cups cooked

2 â „ ounces

2 1/2 cups cooked

7 ounces

2 â „ cup cooked

6 1/2 ounce

3 cups cooked

6 1/2 ounce

3 cups cooked

6 1/2 ounce 1 pound

3 1/2 cups cooked 8 cups cooked

1 pound

5 to 5 1/2 ounces 4 ounces

8 1/2 cups cooked

1 cup coarsely chopped; 1 cup plus 2 tbsp finely chopped;

3/4 cup plus 2 tbsp coarsely chopped; 1 cup finely

2 1/4 ounces 1 cup

1/2 cup lightly packed chopped

1 1/3 cups medium (1/2 -inch) diced; 1 cup thin (1/8 -inch) slices 4 to 5 tablespoons unstrained juice; 2 tablespoons lightly packed zest when grated with a rasp; 1 tablespoon zest when grated on a box grater

3 to 4 tablespoons unstrained juice; 4 tablespoons lightly packed zest when grated with a rasp; 2 teaspoons zest when grated on a box grater 6 to 7 tablespoons unstrained juice; 2 tablespoons lightly packed zest when grated with a rasp; 1 tablespoon zest when grated on a box grater

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Cooking Basics Roasting Times & Temperatures

Poultry Chicken, whole (about 3 1/2 pounds) Chicken, butterflied (about 3 1/2 pounds) Chicken, bone-in parts Turkey, whole (about 14 pounds)

Cornish hens (about 1 1/2 pounds each)

Beef Tenderloin, whole

Prime rib, 3-rib standing rib roast (6 to 7 pounds)

400°F for about 1 hour 470°F for about 40 minutes 425°F for 50 to 60 minutes 325°F for about 3 1/2 hours un-stuffed: 4 hours stuffed 425°F for 40 to 45 minutes un-stuffed; 45 to 50 minutes stuffed.

375°F for about 45 to 50 minutes (3 1/2 to 4 pounds, trimmed) 450°F for 15 minutes then drop to 350°F f or about 1 hour

Pork Loin roast, 6-rib-bone-in (about 4 pounds) then drop to or boneless (3 to 4 pounds) Tenderloin (about 1 pound: browned before roasting)

Lamb Whole leg, bone-in (6 to 8 pounds) or for bone in; Boneless (5 pounds) rolled roast Rib rack, 8-rib bone-in (1 to 1 1/2 pounds) Vegetables Beets, 1/8 inch slices Beets, wedges Carrots, 1/4 inch diagonal slices Cauliflower, florets Garlic, whole heads, tops trimmed Mushrooms, portabellas Onions, red, 1/4 to 3/8 inch slices Parsnip, 2x 1/2 inch sticks Potatoes, waxy (whole if small, halved or cut into chunks if large) Squash, acorn, halved crosswise Sweet potatoes, 1 inch chunks Turnips, 1 inch chunks

Shelf Life of Food Shelf Life of Food Beef, pork, lamb, veal Chicken, turkey Ground meat Sausage, raw Ham, whole, f ul ly cooked Bacon Fish Sliced deli meat Bread, rolls, breadcrumbs Casseroles Sou ps, stews Broth, stock

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Refrigerate 3 to 5 days 2 days 1 to 2 days 1 to 2 days 1 week 1 week 1 to 2 days 3 to 5 days not recommended 3 to 4 days 3 to 4 days 1 to 2 days

425°F for 30 minutes, 375°F for about 30 minutes.

Sear in frying pan for 10 minutes Transfer meat to roasting pan.

Roast at 400°F for 20 minutes 375°F for about 1 1/2 hrs.

1 1/2 hours for a boned, 425°F for 25 to 35 minutes 450°F for 20 to 25 minutes 400°F for about 1 1/2 hours 450°F for about 20 minutes 400°F for 25 to 35 minutes 350°F for 45 to 60 minutes 450°F for 20 to 30 minutes 450°F for 22 to 24 minutes 425°F for about 30 minutes 375°F for 50 to 60 minutes 400°F for about 1 hour 15 minutes 400°F for 20 to 45 minutes 400°F for 45 to 55 minutes

Frozen 4 to 6 months 6 months 3 to 4 months 1 to 2 months 1 to 2 months 2 months 3 months 1 to 2 months 1 month 2 to 3 months 2 to 3 months 2 to 3 months

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Anise Allspice, ground Arrowroot Black Pepper

Breadcrumbs, dry Capers

Chile paste

Fennel Seed 2 parts ground cinnamon plus 1 part ground cloves (by volume)

1 tbsp 1/4 cup 1/3 cup

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White pepper, allspice, or savory

1/2 cup 1 cup 1 pint 1 quart

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chopped green olives

1 gallon

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cornstarch (as long as chilling or freezing is not involved) Cracker crumbs, matzos, meal, crushed corn red pepper flakes, cayenne, bottled hot sauce

Chocolate, bittersweet

semisweet chocolate

Currants

dark raisins

Chocolate, unsweetened baking, 1 ounce

Dates

Flour, self-rising, 1 cup Mustard, dry, 1 teaspoon

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14.8 ml 59.2 ml 78.9 ml

4 fluid oz 8 fluid oz 16 fluid oz 32 fluid oz

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118.4 236.8 473.6 947.2

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128 fluid oz

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3.79 l

ml ml ml ml

1 tablespoon prepared mustard

dry sherry

blanched, slivered almonds light and dark may be used interchangeably to make your own, pulse in a food processor 1 cup white granulated sugar with 3 to 4 tablespoons molasses (yields 1 cup) grind granulated white sugar in a blender or food processor

Vanilla bean, 2-inch piece

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Yeast, 1 packet active dry (2 1/4 teaspoon)

1 packet quick-rise, or 1/2 of a packet instant, or a 0.6-ounce cube fresh

Vinegar, sherry

1/2 fluid oz 2 fluid oz 2 2/3 fluid oz

dark raisins

Rice wine

Sugar, superfine

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1 cup all-purpose flour plus 1 1/2 tsp baking powder dried shiitake mushroom

Sugar, brown

3 tbsp 4 tbsp 5 tbsp plus 1 tsp 8 tbsp 16 tbsp 2 cups 2 pints (4 cups) 4 qts (8 pints, 16 cups)

3 tablespoons natural cocoa powder plus 1 tablespoon melted butter

Porcini mushrooms , dried Pine nuts

Volume Equivalents

Home & Garden

Substitutions

balsamic vinegar

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Pets

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Pet Information Animal Shelters Estherville Animal Shelter 100 Russell Rd. Greenfield Center 893-7451 • estherville100@aol.com estervilleanimalshelter.net Friends of the Saratoga County Animal Shelter P.O. Box 788 Saratoga Springs 583-1080 FriendsofSCAS@yahoo.com

Forever Home Greyhound Rescue 82 McLean St., Ballston Spa foreverhomegreyhounds.com 885-8257

Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist PO Box 2497, Wilton 428-2994 • hopeanimalrescue.org

Saratoga County Animal Shelter 6010 County Farm Rd., Ballston Spa 885-4113 • saratogacountyny.gov

Animal & Wildlife Removal & Control Adirondack Dundee 584-5201 • adirondackdundee.com

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Pet Boarding Milton Manor Pet Spa & Resort 612 Rt 29, Middle Grove 584-1212 • miltonmanor.com Pet Cemeteries Saratoga Pet Cemetery Rt. 9 North, Wilton • 587-2662

Pet Clothing Victorian Dogs Custom Made Reversible Dog Coats 885-2044 • Victoriandogsonline.com Dog Trainers Mahogany Ridge Home of Team Training Rt. 9 South, Saratoga 587-0810 • mahoganyridge.org

The Complete Canine, LLC Chelsea Koslow, CPDT-KA Certified Pet Dog Trainer www.thecompletecaninellc.com 480-8626

DanTrainsDogs.com Dan Rossignol, Dog Trainer & Behaviorist 232-8106 Veterinarians Adirondack Veterinary Clinic

419 Geyser Rd., Ballston Spa 587-6486

Ballston Spa Vet Clinic 365 Saratoga Ave., Ballston Spa 885-5650 • ballstonspavet.com Burnt Hills Veterinary Hospital 145 Goode Street, Burnt Hills (518) 399-5213 burnthillsvethosp.com

Holistic Veterinary Center 1404 Route 9 • Clifton Park 383-5697 • Holisticpetcaretoday.com Homestead Animal Hospital 442 County Route 76, Mechanicville 664-2122 Homesteadanimalhospitalny.com Malta Animal Hospital 604 State Rte 67 • Malta 885-2550 • maltavet.com

Milton Veterinary Hospital 608 Route 29 • Middle Grove 587-4676 • miltonveterinary.com

Northway Animal Emergency Clinic 35 Fawn Rd., Gansevoort 761-2602 • northwayeclinic.com

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Saratoga Springs Veterinary Hospital 1 Dyer Switch Rd., Saratoga Springs 584-3611 Saratoga Vet Hospital 693 Rt. 9 North, Wilton 587-3832 • svhpc.aahavet.org

The Haven 2686 Route 9, Malta • 583-7865

Upstate Animal Medical Center 415 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs 583-0609 • Upstateamc.com Fencing Invisible Fencing Top Dog Pet Fence • 885-0175 Pet Photographer Heather Bohm-Tallman (978)500-2301 • hbtphoto.com

Tammy Loya 884-7400 • tammyloya.com

Specialty Pet Shops Benson’s 3073 Rt. 50, Saratoga Springs 584-7777 • bensonspet.com

Dawgdom 441A Broadway, Saratoga Springs 306-6600 • dawgdom.com info@dawgdom.com

Pet Information

383-0103 • sloppykissesofsaratoga.com

Groomers Bark Avenue 772 Saratoga Rd., Burnt Hills, NY 12027 (518) 399-7387 www.barkavenueforpets.com Beasty Barber 2873 State Route 9, Ballston Spa (518) 587-7238

Brown Dog Pet Spa & Grooming 42 Park Place, Saratoga Springs (518)306-6460 Hoochie Poochies 116 Railroad St., Mechanicville (518)664-4939 www.hoochiepoochies.com

Milton Manor Pet Spa & Resort 612 Route 29, Middle Grove (518)587-6673 • www.miltonmanor.com

Pampered Pooch & Pals 2134 A Doubleday Ave., Ballston Spa (518)363-0396 www.pamperedpoochandpals.com

Pet Smart 3033 Rt. 50, Saratoga Springs (518)580-9374 • www.petsmart.com

Puppy Love Pet Salon 418 Geyser Rd., Ballston Spa (518)587-1575

Shaggy Dog Parlour 1 Lake Hill Road, Ballston Lake (518) 399-2307 Top Dog Grooming 60 Kellogg Rd., Stillwater (518)664-6677

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Pawlicker’s 2528 Route 9N, Greenfield Center www.pawlickers.com 893-2112 or (888) 868-PAWS Pet Zone 35 Kendall Way, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 (518) 899-9011

Sloppy Kisses 493 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 587-2207 22 Clifton Country Rd., Clifton Park SaratogaTODAYNewspaper.com

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Charitable

Charitable Organizations

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Organizations

After the Fire 435-4571 PO Box 4188 Halfmoon, NY 12065 afterthefire.org

American Red Cross, Adirondack Saratoga 792-6545 74 Warren St. Glens Falls, NY 12801 redcrossadirondacksaratoga.org Bridging People & Places PO Box 53 Schuylerville, NY 12871 www.bridgingpeople.org.

Catholic CharitiesSara,Warren,Wash 587-5000 142 Regent St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court McLaughlin # 42 catholicdaughters.org

Dake Foundation for Children 226-0252 270 W. Circular St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 dakefoundation.org Double H Hole in the Woods Ranch 696-5921 / 696-5676 97 Hidden Valley Rd. Lake Luzerne, NY 12846 doublehranch.org

Franklin Community Center, Inc. 587-9826 10 Franklin St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 franklincommunity center.org 142 | Welcome Home

The Giving Circle, Inc. 226-0104 P.O. Box 3162 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 thegivingcircle.org Make-A-Wish Foundation of NENY 782-HOPE (4673) 1 Mustang Drive, Cohoes, NY 12047 northeast-ny.wish.org March of Dimes BDF 453-0474 80 Wolf Rd., Ste. 106 Albany, NY 12205 marchofdimes.com

Operation Adopt A Soldier 260-9922, 232-4526 4281 Route 50 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Operationadoptasoldier.org

Project Lift 587-9826 10 Franklin St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 franklincommunitycenter.org

Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council, Inc. 587-3158 40 New St., P.O. Box 5120 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogaeoc.org

Capital Job Development Group P.O. Box 614, Saratoga Springs, 12866 www.saratogajobfair.org Saratoga Mentoring Program of Catholic Charities 581-1487 368 Broadway, Room 16 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogamentoring.org

Saratoga Sponsor-A-Scholar (518) 587-2472 or (518) 581-0979 P.O. Box 107 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogasponsorascholar.org Shelters of Saratoga (SOS) 581-1097 14 Walworth St Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 sheltersofsaratoga.com

Rebuilding Together Saratoga County, Inc 695-3315 PO Box 95 Schuylerville, NY 12871 rebuildingtogethersaratoga.org info@rebuildingtogethersaratoga.org

United Way of the Greater Capital Region PO Box 3007 Saratoga Springs, New York 12866 Ph: 899-5211 Fx: 899-5211 JBuchas@UnitedWayGCR.org www.UnitedWayGCR.org

Saratoga Care Foundation 583-8340 211 Church St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 saratogacarefoundation.org

Christ Episcopal Church / Noah’s Attic 15 W. High Street, Ballston Spa (518) 885-9455 www.4christchurch.org

The Salvation Army 584-1640 PO Box 652 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Saratoga Regional YMCA 518-583-9622 290 West Avenue/PO Box 4610 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 www.saratogaregionalymca.org

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First Baptist Church 202 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa (518) 885-8361 www.fbcbs.weebly.com United Methodist Church 101 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa (518) 885-6886 www.umc.org

Shenendehowa Helping Hands, Jonesville Methodist Church 963 Main St., Clifton Park (518) 877-7380 www.jonesvilleumc.org Community Cupboard 600 Palmer Ave., Corinth (518) 654-6593 www.townofcorinth.org

Greenfield Community Center Wilton Road, Greenfield Center (518) 584-4979 EOC Food Pantry 40 New St., Saratoga Springs (518) 587-3158 www.saratogaeoc.org

Domestic Violence Services / Saratoga Rape Crisis program 480 Broadway Lower Level 20, Saratoga Springs 583-0280 www.dvrcsaratoga.org

Franklin Community Center 10 Franklin St., Saratoga Springs (518) 587-9826 www.franklincommunitycenter.org

Bethesda House of Schenectady Inc. 418 Liberty St.. Schenectady 374-7873 www.bethesdahouse schenectady.org

Wilton Food Pantry 59 Old Saratoga Rd., Gansevoort (518) 584-4001 www.wiltonfoodpantry.org

Schenectady Inner City Ministry 930 Albany St., Schenectady 346-2445 www.sicm.us

Salvation Army 27 Woodlawn Ave., Saratoga Springs (518) 584-1640 www.salvationarmyusa.org

City Mission of Schenectady 425 Hamilton St., Schenectady 372-9311 www.citymission.com

Charitable Organizations

Food Pantries

Emergency

Greater Galway Community Services 2167 Galway Rd., Galway (518) 882-1316 www.galwayfoodpantry.org

Shelters

Shelters of Saratoga 14 Walworth St., Saratoga Springs 581-1097 www.sheltersofsaratoga.com

Unity House of Troy Emergency Services 33 Second St., Troy 274-2607 www.unityhouseny.org

Numbers

For Emergency - Police, Fire and Ambulance – Dial 911 Non – Emergency Phone Numbers:

Alcoholism Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 587-8800 Child Abuse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-342-3720 Consumer Fraud and Protection Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 474-7330 FBI (Albany) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 465-7551 Mental Health Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 584-9030 National Grid – Power Outages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-867-5222 Gas Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-892-2345 NYS Domestic Abuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . English 1-800-942-6906 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spanish 1-800-942-6908 NYS Terrorism Tip Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-866-SAFE-NYS (723-3697) Poison Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-222-1222 (nationwide) Public Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 584-7460 Rabies Coordinator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 584-7460 Sheriff - James D. Bowen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 885-2450 Sheriff Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 885-6761 State Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 583-7000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TTY 1-800-342-4357 Suicide & Crisis Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 689-4673 or . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-784-2433 US Secret Service (Albany) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 436-9600 SaratogaTODAYNewspaper.com

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Advertiser Page Number 1st National Bank of Scotia 23 Adirondack Equipment Repair 116 Adirondack Homewerks 116 Adirondack Trust Company 148 Affordable Storage 23 Allerdice Building Supply 135 American Transmission Center 18 Apple Pools 132 Ballston Spa National Bank 30 Bay Optical 67 BCI Construction 125 Belmonte Builders 123 Bob Bissonette/State Farm Ins. 38, 45 Bonacio Construction (Market Center) 55 Bonacio Construction (Park Place) 57 Burke,Bussing & Cunniff Inc Funeral Homes 27 Camp Chingachgook 80 Capital District Supply 136 Community Care Pediatrics 87 Compliments To The Chef 139 Concord Pools 119 Country Corner Cafe 97 Country Knolls Nursery School 88 County Waste 8 Cutting Edge Martial Arts 85 Dawgdom 140 Decker's Landscape & Aquatics 124 Dehn's Flowers 119 Denali Construction Services LLC 118 Dreamsleep 122 Earl B Feiden, Inc 147 Elevate Cycles 102 Farm Family Insurance 19 Fenimore Asset Management 63 Fifty South 98 Flores Studio 49 144 | Welcome Home

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Advertiser Page Number For Earth Sake 77 Fortunate Cup Coffee Cafe 97 Fresh Air Fido 141 Glens Falls Hospital 9 Granite & Marble Works 121 Halfmoon Heritage Apartments 63 Hearing Care Resources 106 Heber Travel 15 Hoffman Architects 137 Holiday Inn 100 Home of the Good Shepherd 107 Hudson River Community Credit Union 130 Hudson Valley Community College 96 Impressions of Saratoga 55 Irish Times 100 Kindermusik 86 L. Browe Asphalt Services 127 La Marco Physical Therapy 67 Lake Ridge (Restaurant Directory) 98 Lake Ridge 103 Lakeside Farm Country Store & Restaurant 32 LaSalle Institute 91 Laura's Lasting Images 129 Legends Cafe 100 Malta Montessori 88 Mangino Pontiac - Buick Inc 6 New Country Toyota 65 Nicole Byrne DMD 88 Nicole Della Porta State Farm Agent 14, 31, 33, 35, 39, 41, 64 North Country Horses 82 Overhead Door Company of Glens Falls Inc 133 Patriot Construction of Upstate NY, Inc 131 Phinney Design Group 44 SaratogaTODAYNewspaper.com

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Advertiser Page Number Prestwick Chase at Saratoga 109 Purdy's 17 Putnam Market 4 Re/Max Park Place (F. Rispoli) 15 Realty USA (C. Guarino) 25 RMFence and Deck Solutions 124 Roohan Realty (P. Pedrick) 20 Roohan Realty (K. Naughton) 29 Roohan Realty (T. Valentine) 48 Roohan Realty 47 Rubin Dialysis Center 19 Saratoga Arts Fest 101 Saratoga Bridges 89 Saratoga Builder's Association 128 Saratoga Casino & Raceway 105 Saratoga Central Catholic High School 90 Saratoga Children's Theatre, Inc 83 Saratoga Clay Art Camp 84 Saratoga Farmers Market 104 Saratoga Heritage 46 Saratoga Hospital 2 Saratoga Hospital-Human Resources 19 Saratoga Independent School 82 Saratoga National Bank 7 Saratoga Regional YMCA 73 Saratoga Restaurant Equipment Sales 138 Saratoga Salsa 52 Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery, PC 71 Security Supply 133 Sharon Byrne, Inc. 3 Sherry Hoffman (State Farm Insurance) 31, 33, 35, 39, 41, 64 Signature Cabinet Group 121 Skidmore College 83 Smile Sanctuary 71

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