Your Hometowne September 2013

COMPLIMENTARY

SEPTEMBER 2013

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A message from Get ready for Mother Nature's generous gift of spectacular colors, glorious smells and tasty comforting foods! How fortunate are we to live in an area that paints itself every year with magnificent colors, delivers a bounty of fabulous produce and smells that arouse all the senses? It is time to take pause and celebrate the passing of another sultry summer and welcome crisp clear nights and fragrant warm days.

While many people across the world mark time with the official New Year day, January 1; I believe us upstate New Yorkers mark time at the end of summer. Forced to change our wardrobes, put our summer toys away, button up our homes; the autumnal equinox marks a change of rituals for us. Trips to the lake are replaced by backyard bon-fires; light summer fare is replaced by hearty slow cooked foods. We change our homes to accommodate the forced slow down, breaking out the afghans and slippers. Comfort replaces the hurry up of summer.

We look back over the summer and for most of us we cannot believe it went so fast! But did “it” go so fast, or did “we”? Paul and I ran to the boat as often as possible, even if it was just for a few hours we packed our stuff up and went to our summer refuge. Picnics, trips on the river, parties, and family gatherings all filled our summer days to the brim. At times we were double booked, trying to be at more than 1 special occasion in a day. Grandbaby's birthdays and friends with milestone birthdays on the same day. We happily ran to both because we know how precious these special occasions are. As I offload all my pictures into safe keeping I realize how fortunate we are to have so many wonderful friends and the giant blended family we have created. One of my favorite days this summer is when I brought a bunch of perennials to Beth's house (my step-daughter). She asked me to help her make her yard nice, like mine (gush). If you are a gardener than you know sharing your plants is an honor. My best friend brought me boxes of ferns and lilies, I thinned my own gardens and perused the on-line garage sales and found someone who was replacing her gardens. She was incredibly generous when I told her what I was doing. I filled Paul's truck with freshly dug plants and spent the day digging and planting in her yard with her and her oldest son, Noah. It was a perfect day.

Now that you have to slow down, take time to look back at what you have achieved and give yourself a high five! It's easy to recognize other's accomplishments but for some reason us humans are very hard on ourselves. If you have been good to those around you and made someone smile than you have achieved the ultimate in humanity. And in the end it is really all that any of us have.

“I loved autumn, the one season of the year that God seemed to have put there just for the beauty of it.” Lee Maynard Comments and Input – Paul and Cheryll 280.5260 Advertising – yourhometowne@gmail.com or 265.1105 Photography – hometownephoto@gmail.com Design – kgarriso@nycap.rr.com or 883.3872

ABOUT THE COVER...

For 3 years Ryan Carll has visually walked us through the destruction, the hope and now the rebirth of the World Trade Center. We are grateful to Ryan for sharing his talent with us and more importantly you; our readers.

His story is in the month’s Stay Tuned article.

Symbolically soaring above the city at 1,776 feet, One World Trade Center is now the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. The building is not only stunning it is representative of who we are as a country. Since 1776 the USA has been a country of Doers and Dreamers. Americans are not perfect but we are not quitters. Built with respect for the dead and hope for the future this beautiful building is a symbol of American pride, patriotism and determination. RAC Illustrations - www.ryancarll.com

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Customized Retaining Walls • Walkways and Patios Landscape Design and Installation Sprinkler Systems • Night Lighting Hydro-Seeding • Fall Cleanups Lawn Maintenance • Renovation

Pro-Cut Landscaping has been sprucing up lawns for 25 years!

Family owned - Kerby and Cindy Loukes

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HELPFUL ADVICE “My favorite poem is the one that starts 'Thirty days hath September' because it actually tells you something.” Groucho Marx.

NOTE: This will not be an article reminding you how Summer is now over (insert screaming here). This article instead has some helpful advice we learned from our many adventures year to date: 1. If you own a pickup truck, add at least one extra leaf spring on each side. I use Albany Spring (awesome) and for around $300 you will increase the carrying capacity and save your suspension for when you have occasional heavy loads (like sand, lumber or sheetrock). Makes a HUGE difference and although the truck rides higher in the rear, it should feel more stable and handle better.

2. Add Sea Foam brand fuel additive to your gas tank every 3000 miles.

I tested several other brands and Sea Foam was the best. Follow the instructions and you should increase your gas mileage at least 1-2 miles per gallon or more. It will pay for itself on the first fill up. Go to Advance Auto and buy the gallon size for $51.99. Join their mailing list and use a coupon to save more money.

3. For road safety buy a kit of 3 reflective emergency road triangles ($16-$28 on Amazon) for each vehicle you own, especially family cars.

They are not expensive and if you breakdown you will be really glad you have them.

4. If you get stung by bees (I got stung 50 times the other night) GO TO THE HOSPITAL IF YOU AREN'T SURE YOU ARE ALLERGIC. Just go! You will start to feel sick in just 20-30 minutes. The worst part is the itching.

The best treatments I found were a) toothpaste, b) ice and c) baking soda/cider vinegar paste. Honey and peanut butter work too, but then you have to worry about bear bites so I'd stick with toothpaste. As a bonus my arms, legs and back are now all cavity free and without having to floss, which is nice.

Our company is Scrapster, LLC, the Capital Region's premier NO COST scrap metal and appliance removal and recycling service. We additionally offer LOW COST junk removal, TV pick up and clean outs. We are convenient, reliable and insured. Everything is properly recycled, disposed of or donated. We are a New York State DEC approved location for business or personal computer and electronics recycling and are also now fully EPA608 certified for Freon (refrigerant) removal.

Scrapster will remove the items from exactly where they are located-you don't need to do a thing. “Don't Worry…We Can Take It!”™ Please call us anytime at (518) 505-5055. Please also visit our website at www.scrapster.com for news, tips and information about recycling.

Vincent Coppola, Owner of Scrapster Scrap Metal Removal/Recycling Service

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WRENCH TALK with Ken Maynard As summer fades into the sunset, and families come off hard earned vacation, kiss their kids off to college or back to school the sound of compressors kicking in, air tools engaged or knuckles getting busted on a stubborn bolt stay the course at Kens Sunoco, it's what they do and they appreciate the opportunity to serve the community.

Over the past few months many of you have taken the time to stop in and tell Ken or his crew that you have read his articles in YOUR HOMETOWNE and he truly appreciates your feedback and business- To kick off the next few articles Ken offers the following: With the inevitable fall weather comes yet another timely inspection of your vehicle's coolant system to make sure when you turn on the heater or defroster it is working properly, it should blow air that's about 75 to 100 degrees F. hotter than the outside air. The coolant is the fluid that absorbs heat from the engine and then dissipates it through the radiator. It is also dissipated through the heat exchanger in the passenger compartment when you crank your heat in the winter.

Coolant, which is commonly called antifreeze, is a mixture of ethylene or propylene glycol and water, usually in a 50/50 ratio.

Servicing the coolant involves draining and/or flushing your car's cooling system and then replacing the old coolant with fresh

coolant. Draining out the coolant and refilling the system removes dirt and rust particles that can clog up the cooling system and cause problems. Operating your vehicle in a hot, hostile environment such as the summer we just went thru can cause coolant to break down over time. Most importantly, the coolant's rust inhibitors get used up, leaving the small cooling passages in your engine and radiator vulnerable to corrosion. Even with these rust inhibitors, some corrosion will inevitably take place, contaminating the coolant with debris. If the rust inhibitors stop working, the cooling system will rust from the inside out. The biggest source of rust in a car's cooling system is the engine block.

In time, these bits of rust will also clog the tiny passages within the radiator and heater, causing your engine to overheat. When an engine overheats, the result is a large bill from your mechanic that could have been avoided.

Another point to be made is that the LAST thing you want is a puddle of antifreeze in your driveway due to a cracked hose, over time these hoses will dry out and become brittle, eventually leaking wherever you park. Antifreeze has a sweet aroma and taste, which pets find particularly appealing. As little as a half teaspoon of the stuff can kill an average-size cat, and eight ounces will do in a 75-pound dog. PLEASE don't let someone's pet become a statistic by ignoring simple maintenance, stop in and let us get your vehicle ready for another season in Your Hometowne!

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POWER OF ATTORNEYS Power of attorney forms are useful and necessary to protect yourself. The power of attorney form allows the person named as your agent to assist you with your financial, legal and personal needs from the time you execute the document until the end of life.

The power of attorney forms tend to be general and durable. General meaning they apply to a broad set of situations. Durable means they are effective from the time they are signed and notarized by you and the person you wish to be your agent, until you pass away.

A power of attorney can be used at closings. Both the seller and the buyer to a closing can use them especially in cash deals. The power of attorney will need to be recorded and there are expenses when it is recorded. The power of attorney may permit an agent for the seller to sign closing documents and deposit funds at a bank.

Being an agent under a power of attorney, however, does not mean the agent can sign an affidavit for the principal because the affidavit requires personal knowledge of the signing person. Frequently for sellers, deeds and title documents can be signed in advanced and delivered by an attorney at closing.

Lenders should be consulted prior to relying on an agent under a power of attorney. A lender may not be comfortable with a power attorney to a third party, but may accept a power of attorney between spouses where both spouse own the property and are the borrowers also.

Please contact me to consult on planning for yourself or someone in need. It will be my pleasure to help.

Burnt Hills and Schenectady (518) 370-4645 • jfantauzzi@ecmlaw .com

REPUBLICAN PRIMARY TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10TH Jeff Gildersleeve is running to be your next Saratoga County Sheriff. He's not a career politician; in fact this is the first time ever running for office.

Jeff is a United States Marine, retired New York State Trooper, and current investigator with the Warren County Sheriff's Department. He's running for Sheriff to give Saratoga County residents a department they can be proud of.

Updating technology and bringing the department into the 21st Century is a key goal for Gildersleeve. The department currently lacks departmental emails, internet is substations, and is not fully utilizing modern law enforcement techniques. Jeff Gildersleeve is going to turn that all around.

He's also going to bring back the wildly popular DARE program to educate our youth on the dangers of drugs and assist them in making healthy living decisions. He recognizes that giving our youth the right information will help them to be safe in a world filled with difficult, and sometimes dangerous decisions.

Jeff Gildersleeve is a man filled with integrity with the leadership abilities and vision to bring the Saratoga County Sheriff's Department into the 21st Century, and to protect our communities for this generation and the next.

In the Republican Primary on Tuesday, September 10th, vote for Jeff Gildersleeve. He's the strong leader we need as Saratoga County Sheriff.

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HERE’S ONE SMART WAY TO FIGHT BIG-BOX STORES Ever Wonder Why Cape Cod Has Such Charm?

Policies that gives citizens meaningful power over development decisions, for one.

Last month, citizens and planning officials in Cape Cod, Mass., had a chance to do what almost no one else in the U.S. is allowed to do when deciding whether to approve or reject a big-box retail development: weigh the likely impacts on the region’s economy.

Thousands of proposals to build big-box stores and shopping centers will be submitted to cities and towns this year. (Wal-Mart alone is pushing to open 220 new stores by January.) In almost every case, local planning policies will limit any review of these projects to conventional zoning issues, like how much traffic the store will generate and whether the site has sufficient landscaping.

Questions about the economic impacts of these projects will be off the table. Residents who want to talk about how a new shopping center will affect the viability of Main Street business districts, wage rates for local workers, or even the cost of public services will be told that those issues cannot be considered as part of the planning board’s deliberations.

This narrow approach to land-use policy strips communities of an important tool for shaping their own economic future, constraining the reach of extractive corporations, and moving toward less carbon-intensive economic systems and shopping patterns.

One exception to this common state of affairs is Cape Cod, a peninsula home to about 217,000 people, much like our very own region.

Mindful of the Cape’s fragile environment and economy (despite pockets of wealth, the peninsula’s per capita income is well below the state average), residents voted to create the Cape Cod Commission in 1990. Made up of representatives of each of the Cape’s 15 towns, this regional planning body has the authority to review, and reject, large development projects that could significantly impact the local economy or environment, including any commercial building over 10,000 square feet. The commission does not supplant municipal planning boards, but rather adds a second layer of review for large projects, in which all of the region’s towns are given a say.

A few big retailers have made it in, but only by proposing much smaller stores and locating them on sites that were already developed. Wal-Mart finally won approval to open its one and only store on the peninsula when it applied to put a 73,000-square-foot store (one-third the size of a typical supercenter) into a building in Falmouth previously occupied by a defunct regional department store chain. Home Depot likewise was given the green light to take over an empty retail space in Hyannis, opening a store about half its standard size.

In a filing with the commission, Lowe’s said the store would create 115 new jobs. But an analysis by FXM Associates found that Lowe’s would not be adding to the economy, but rather siphoning off 10 to 20 percent of the sales at dozens of local hardware, lumber, appliance, paint, plumbing, and other stores. Declining revenue would force these retailers to lay off 163 people.

These threatened jobs pay about 25% more on average than Lowe’s does, meaning the store’s arrival would trigger a net decline in household incomes of $3.2 million annually. The drain on the region’s economy is even greater, the analysis notes, if you consider the fact that, unlike competing locally owned retailers, Lowe’s will purchase very little in the way of goods and services from other Cape Cod businesses.

Aside from Cape Cod, Vermont is the only other region with a system for considering the costs and benefits, both economic and environmental, of large projects.

Having a land-use policy is one of the most powerful — and underutilized — tools communities have for steering the evolution of their economies.

With the global corporate economy rife with hidden costs and consequences, more communities would do well to take advantage of it.

By Juergen Klingenberg, Founder of Local Living In

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Indian summer in Charlton!

The windows are open and the fresh fall air greets you at the table. Our unique offerings reflect the season!

Relax and enjoy the timeless atmosphere, exemplary service and savory comestibles.

399-9951 745 Charlton Road, Charlton www.charltontavern.com Social networking at the Tavern couldn’t be easier with WIFI

Football Is Back, Let The Games Begin!

Get a seat at the tavern and smack talk with our Mug Club!

From Bridal Showers and Rehearsal Dinners to Intimate Couture Weddings, Important Luncheons and Organized Dinners. Let us indulge your Palate with our Culinary Expertise and Impeccable Tableside Service in Our Timeless Atmosphere

Bridal Showers • Rehearsal Dinners • Intimate Couture Weddings

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7 AWESOME REASONS TO BE FIT I spend a lot of time talking about what it's like to be working towards your fat loss goal, with your perfect body somewhere off in the distance. Today I'm going to switch perspectives and turn the focus onto how it feels to BE at your ideal weight. Studies have shown that those who spend time visualizing the accomplishment of their goal have a higher success rate in actually getting there. Visualize the following as being a part of your reality. #1: You Always Look Great When you are at your ideal weight clothes look and feel amazing. Every. Single. Day. Gone are the days of looking for ways to cover your 'problem' areas because even those areas look great. #2: Your Confidence Is High When your body goes through a transformation there's no hiding it. You are tighter, leaner and more attractive. You stand straighter, walk taller and exude a genuine confidence that can't be missed. #3: You Have Lots Of Energy Before you met your fat loss goal, getting off the couch was a challenge...one that you didn't always win. Once you became fit, new surges of energy course through your veins. #4: You Are Strong The life of a truly fit person knows no limits! In your free time you hike, bike, walk, pick up new hobbies and play with the kids.

Gone are the days when you'd tell yourself, "I can't do that. I'm not strong enough." #5: You Have No Health Worries You'll never forget the look on your doctor's face when examining your transformed body. Gone is the lecture about the many risks of weight-related ailments. Those days are behind you.

Your healthy, strong thriving body is health-worry-free. #6: You No Longer Have Weight To Lose How long have you been trying to lose the fat and get down to your ideal weight? Long time, right? In all that time your fat loss goal has been a giant monkey on your back - always in the back of your mind, always weighing you down. That giant monkey disappeared the day you reached your goal weight an in its place came a sweet, carefree peace of mind. #7: You Are Able To Enjoy Life Once you transformed your body, life got decidedly more fun and exciting. You never knew how much your weight had held you back from excitement and adventure until the day that burden was lifted.

If these 7 Awesome Reasons To Be FIT have lit a fire under you to reach your goal weight once and for all then reach out to me right now. Call or email and let's get you started on our Skinny Jeans Challenge! I'll have you sailing toward your FIT body in no time.

424-7878 or email gina@precisefitnessandtraining.com to get started today with a free consultation.

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Supervisor Koetzle promised to get economic development going... and he did!

• Revitalized the commercial corridors • Created the Revitalization and Economic Development Initiative (REDI) sign grant program for small businesses - helped fund over 20 NEW SIGNS • Held the town's first developer event to bring business owners and economic development groups together to fill empty spaces • Held Oktoberfest for four years, the town's premiere community event • Created a Local Development Corporation (LDC) to keep nearly $600,000 in our town for small business investment and job creation • Worked with Target and Panera to fill our Town Center space • Led town board and staff to rewrite the sign ordinance to make it more business friendly and to help support beautification efforts in our commercial corridors • Began the effort to better streamlined our permitting process to better attract businesses to our empty spaces • Over the past four years the town attracted $60 million in new investments, which has led to new jobs right here in Glenville.

KOETZLE HAS A VISION FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Supervisor Koetzle promised to be fiscally responsible... and he was!

• Secured the town's credit rating upgrade that saved the town OVER $1 MILLION in refinanced debt • Reduced the town's dependency on fund balance from $1.4 million to under $650,000 • Invested in services again - we began making capital investments in equipment and started paving streets again • Stayed under the state-mandated tax cap every year • Reduced non-mandated operational expenses by $450,000 • Streamlined staff while still delivering core services • State Comptroller listed Glenville's "fiscal stress" at just 3.3% (the lower the number the better), placing Glenville in a fiscally strong position and in the top 189 out of nearly 900 municipalities, statewide.

This was the strongest score in Schenectady County!

• Cut the Town's debt by over $4 million to its lowest level in years • Fought for refunds on overcharges for Glenville's Time Warner customers - 1.2 million in refunds!

• Initiated budget forecasting and trending to better plan town's fiscal future.

KOETZLE HAS THE EXPERIENCE TO DELIVER STRONG FISCAL MANAGEMENT Supervisor Koetzle promised leadership and transparency... and he delivered!

• Tasked Efficiency in Gov't Committee with upgrading town information technology for improved service delivery • Brought more core services on-line so residents had more options • Brought back the town's newsletter to better communicate with residents • Held budget meetings with residents to present financial data • Eliminated the elected Receiver of Taxes position and saved money by implementing new technology • Held annual State of the Town meeting to present Strategic Plan A Vision for Glenville's future KOETZLE WILL KEEP WORKING FOR US.

SUPERVISOR KOETZLE, A RECORD OF ACCOMPLISHMENT, A VISION FOR THE FUTURE!

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LASIK LASER SURGERY Every day in our practice we hear the question “Can I just get laser surgery to correct my vision?” And, for many people, the answer is YES, you can.

LASIK is a type of vision-correction surgery aimed at reducing a person's need for glasses or contact lenses. With the use of a laser, LASIK permanently changes the shape of the cornea, the clear covering on the front of the eye. Why is it so popular? LASIK has advantages over other vision correction procedures, including a relative lack of pain afterward and the fact that good vision usually is achieved by the very next day.

Both nearsighted and farsighted people can benefit from the LASIK procedure. With nearsighted people, the goal is to flatten the too-steep cornea; with farsighted people, a steeper cornea is desired. Lasers also can correct astigmatism by smoothing an irregular cornea into a more normal shape. Good candidates are at least 18 years of age, in good general health, and with no eye diseases such as cataracts, glaucoma or keratoconus. Good candidates should also be free of certain health problems including uncontrolled diabetes, autoimmune or collagen vascular disease, and any medication or condition which renders the patients' immune system compromised.

To decide whether you're a good candidate for LASIK, your eye doctor will perform an eye exam to determine eye health, what kind of vision correction you need and how much laser correction is required. Your doctor also will look for signs of dry eye disease, which must be treated and cleared up before LASIK can be performed.

LASIK is an ambulatory procedure - you walk into the surgery center, have the procedure and walk out again. In fact, the actual surgery usually takes less than five minutes, and you're awake the whole time.

Laser vision correction has become one of North America's most frequently performed procedures. If you are seriously thinking of having LASIK surgery to correct your vision, you most likely have a few questions about the procedure. Even though the thought of waking up each morning with clear vision is exciting, several important factors must be considered. To help address some of these questions, we are hosting a FREE Lasik Consult at Burnt Hills Optical on Monday October 7th. We have a limited number of appointments available, so call 399-6130 today to schedule an appointment for your FREE consultation.

For more information contact Kristen Cameron, Burnt Hills Optical, 793 Rt. 50 Burnt Hills, 399-6130 or visit www.burnthillsoptical.com

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SEPTEMBER CROSSWORD PUZZLE

16. Modify 17. Lift 18. Again 19. Storm 20. Unseemly 22. Throat-clearing sound

DOWN 1. Beige 2. Groan 3. Baby's bed

4. Leisure 5. Choose by voting 6. Without disgrace 7. Nickname 8. Portent 9. Trinket 10. In spite of everything 11. Potato state 12. Heaps 13. Originates in 21. Give a speech 25. Taxis 26. Probabilities 27. Fortitude 28. Disabled 29. Having a job 34. Talk terms 36. Ancient Peruvian 37. Leave in a hurry 38. Arid 40. A field of grass 42. Wooden shoe 45. Filling material 48. Make bigger 51. Work hard 52. Not dead 53. Governs 55. Kind of bean 58. Margarine 59. Maize 60. Nile bird 61. Away from the wind 62. Where a bird lives

Answers can be found on page 33

ACROSS 1. Master of ceremonies 6. Dirty air 10. Tears 14. Reef material 15. "Where the heart is"

23. Journey 24. Not down 26. Leer at 30. Beer 31. Roll of bills 32. Apothecary's weight 33. Small slender gull 35. Extreme happiness 39. Natural hollows in the cheek 41. Gist 43. Grave marker 44. Epic 46. Stigma 47. Is endebted to 49. Unruly crowd 50. Satisfy 51. Voice box 54. At the peak of 56. Astringent 57. Congressman, for example 63. Digestive juice 64. Aquatic plant 65. Chivalrous 66. Baking appliance 67. Tidy 68. Attempts 69. A musical pause 70. A hemispherical roof 71. Beginning

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DECORATING TIPS FROM THE SPECKLED HEN Starting September 4th (Wednesday after Labor Day) it will be FALL at The Speckled Hen!! It's one of my favorite seasons, so I have a lot of new ideas for primitive decorating AND some really great fall items!

So let's start by creating a warm harvest welcome to your home.Tie corn stalks to your lamppost, mailbox or porch. Sit a primitive scarecrow on top of a bale of hay. There are so many vibrant colors of fall - use them to decorate your entranceway. The red and gold of bittersweet, purple, yellow and burgundy of chrysanthemums - and don't forget to add some plump orange pumpkins and gourds to the mix. For the final touch - hang wooden signs with autumn greetings - “Happy Harvest!”

During the season of thankfulness, we should surround ourselves with autumn décor that reminds us of all the bountiful blessings of the past year. So for your table, use a primitive bowl and fill it with fruits and gourds. Finish the look by adding bittersweet sprigs and fall colored berry picks. Or add a scented candle to the display - filling your home with the aroma of a fresh apple pie or cider!

A wreath will add color to your door or wall. They are a simple, yet impactful, accessory that gives fall décor an even greater dimension. And I can't forget to mention the beautiful, locally-handmade pumpkins I have. Gather these on your stairs, on a bench or crate - a nice festive addition!

These ideas and suggestions are in addition to the many items featured in The Speckled Hen. And remember - I will reopen after Labor Day with lots of new FALL goodies! I look forward to seeing you during your next visit to The Speckled Hen! Maureen Culver • 369.8771 38 Saratoga Road, Scotia• thespeckledhen38@gmail.com

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Having worked as a tattoo artist back in the 80's, I have a special spot in my soul for those who endeavor the art. Ted Naydan not only endeavors it, with over 45 years in the art, he lives it.

Tattoos have been around a while; they evolved from a cultural form of recognition or stature including rank and power in various civilizations since the dawn of mankind dating as far back as the 5th to 4th millennium BC. In an interesting reveal of our American history, shortly after the American Revolution as a way to avoid impressment by British Navy ships, sailors used government issued protection papers to establish their American citizenship. Unfortunately many of the descriptions of the individual described in the seamen's protection certificates were so general, and it was so easy to abuse the system, that many impressment officers of the Royal Navy simply paid no attention to them. One way of making them more specific and more effective was to describe a tattoo, which is highly personal as to subject and location, and thus use that description to precisely identify the seaman. As a result, many of the official certificates also carried information about tattoos and scars, as well as any other specific identifying information leading to an increase and proliferation of tattoos among American seamen who wanted to avoid impressment as well as a unique way to identify a sailor's body should he be lost at sea.

Using simple techniques and tools, tattoo artists in the early republic typically worked on board ships using anything available as pigments, including gunpowder. Sailors marked their arms and hands with initials of themselves and loved ones along with significant dates and symbols of the seafaring life. Needless to say over the past 50 years the tattoo has undergone dramatic redefinition, shifting from a form of deviance to an acceptable form of self expression.

Ted Naydan of Burnt Hills is a pioneer in the industry, with a college background in mechanical drawing and a love for art he returned from the west coast at the “right time” and met the “right people” who introduced him to one the most notable people in tattoo history Huck Spaulding. It was destiny. … Teds artwork and creative mindset left an indelible mark (no pun intended) on Huck who took him under his wing and utilized his aptitude in mechanical drawing coupled with his creative designs with a vision to market “flash” (the drawings used in the application of tattoos) as well as designing “guns”, packaging needles, jigs, tubes, ink and power supplies into a catalog of equipment needed to apply the state of the art work. The tattoo business went viral; encompassing the world. Ted Naydan was at the heart of its design.

We are fortunate to have Ted Naydan's artwork and creative design right here in Burnt Hills. A humble man with incredible focus, Ted not only tattoos but is a master Japanese Swordsman with a discipline and knowledge unseen in our region. Teds eye and artistic ability to place one of a kind artwork as well as cover-up tattoos is one the best in the industry. His fine line attack and shading technique is some of smoothest I have seen. His ability to work the ink at the correct depth and angle with strokes that are as gentle as you will ever feel, delivering quality pigments with pinpoint accuracy; his expertise is second to none. If you ever considered getting a tattoo, take the time to talk to Ted, he isn't just going to “slap” on a tattoo, he will guide your wishes with a vision that puts you at ease and a peace of mind that the artwork you receive is a gift that lasts a lifetime.

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WHAT DO NEW INVESTORS REALLY NEED TO KNOW? If you’re starting out as an investor, you might be feeling overwhelmed. After all, it seems like there’s just so much to know. How can you get enough of a handle on basic investment concepts so that you’re comfortable in making well-informed choices?

Actually, you can get a good grip on the investment process by becoming familiar with a few basic concepts, such as these: STOCKS vs BONDS - When you buy stocks, or stock-based investments, you are buying ownership shares in companies. Generally speaking, it’s a good idea to buy shares of quality companies and to hold these shares for the long term. This strategy may help you eventually overcome shortterm price declines, which may affect all stocks. Keep in mind, though, that when buying stocks, there are no guarantees you won’t lose some or all of your investment.

By contrast, when you purchase bonds, you aren’t becoming an “owner” - rather, you are lending money to a company or a governmental unit.

Barring default, you can expect to receive regular interest payments for as long as you own your bond, and when it matures, you can expect to get your principal back. However, bond prices do rise and fall, typically moving in the opposite direction of interest rates. So if you wanted to sell a bond before it matures, and interest rates have recently risen, you may have to offer your bond at a price lower than its face value.

For the most part, stocks are purchased for their growth potential (although many stocks do offer income, in the form of dividends), while bonds are bought for the income stream provided by interest payments. Ideally, though, it is important to build a diversified portfolio containing stocks, bonds, certificates of deposit (CDs), and other investments designed to meet your goals and risk tolerances. Keep in mind, however, that diversification, by itself, can’t guarantee a profit or protect against loss.

RISK vs REWARD - All investments carry some type of risk: Stocks and bonds can decline in value, while investments such as CDs can lose purchasing power over time. One important thing to keep in mind is that, generally, the greater the potential reward, the higher the risk.

SETTING GOALS - As an investor, you need to set goals for your investment portfolio, such as providing resources for retirement or helping pay for your children’s college educations.

KNOWING YOUR OWN INVESTMENT PERSONALITY - Everyone has different investment personalities - some people can accept more risk in the hopes of greater rewards, while others are not comfortable with risk at all. It’s essential that you know your investment personality when you begin investing, and throughout your years as an investor.

INVESTING IS A LONG-TERM PROCESS - It generally takes decades of patience, perseverance and good decisions for investors to accumulate the substantial financial resources they’ll need for their long-tem goals.

By keeping these concepts in mind as your begin your journey through the investment world, you’ll be better prepared for the twists and turns you’ll encounter along the way as you pursue your financial goals.

Christopher Nyhan runs the Edward Jones office in Burnt Hills, NY. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Chris can be reached at 399-5087 or chris.nyhan@edwardjones.com.

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STAY TUNED with PAUL HILL

Answers from Crossword Puzzle on page 28

It is a very rare thing for a person to discover their muse in life. It is even rarer when that person manages to apply their passion to their professional life. Ryan A. Carll is a local artist who has been fortunate enough to realize both these things. Growing up Ryan showed promise, but it was later in life that he embraced his talents and began an artist's journey. For the past seven years, he has devoted himself to the process of evolving artistically. More recently, a portion of his focus has shifted to expanding his freelance business, RAC Illustrations.

Ryan's paintings emphasize form and chiaroscuro (light and dark), often represented in abstract, figurative works. Despite receiving traditional training, his preferred medium is digital. Instead of blending paint with a brush, he blends pixels with a tablet. With that, he skillfully uses various paint programs to illustrate his creations.

When I approached Ryan in July of 2011, he was excited for the chance to paint a 9/11 Ten Year Memorial piece. For that illustration, entitled “From the Ashes”, Ryan depicted a representation of heroic Civil Service persons and the unforgettable imagery from that day. The second illustration, entitled “10 House, Still Standing”, was themed around the Ladder Company that is located directly across the street from Ground Zero. Six men from that Company were some of the first responders who paid the ultimate price for their selfless actions.

For this most recent illustration, entitled “Our Tallest”, Ryan's focus was on One World Trade Center (Freedom Tower). Aside from being the new face of the NYC skyline, it symbolically reaches the height of 1,776 feet and towers above every other building in the country. Along with a sense of evolved ingenuity, it represents the unbreakable resolve that Americans possess. Painting these works has given Ryan a sense of pride and he is honored to have his work represented on such a forum.

Another point of pride for Ryan is his membership to the Upstate Artists Guild. On occasion his works are exhibited and sold through their gallery on 247 Lark Street, in Albany NY. Every month they host a “First Friday” event that celebrates local artists and displays their artwork. Starting on September 6th, between the hours of 6pm-9pm, some of Ryan's works will be on exhibit in a show entitled, “Seven Year Kitsch”. You can also expect to see Ryan's work in future exhibits.

RAC Illustrations is your creative, go-to company when you're in need of art assets. The spectrum of clients that Ryan deals with is large and ranges from individual people to production studios to small businesses. Ryan provides artistic services that range from illustrative, conceptual, graphic design and more. To discover more about RAC Illustrations please visit www.ryancarll.com. There you can see more samples of Ryan's work, buy prints, and connect with Ryan regarding contract work or commissions. Lastly, after commissioning him, show Ryan your support by “Liking” and “Sharing” RAC Illustrations on Facebook! Stay Tuned!

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BUYER'S MARKET? SELLER'S MARKET? YOU DECIDE..

During the first half of 2013 we saw rising home prices, stable interest rates, low inventory, and an increase in home buyer activity. Statistics from the Commerce department say that home sales are up 38% over 2012 and in June 2013 hit a 5 year high.

Whew… Experts agree that growth in the housing market equates to growth in our local, state and national economies. The economic benefits derived from the sale of a home extend well beyond the closing table.

Well, believe it or not 2013 is almost over and the housing market continues to show signs of strengthening!

“The New York State housing market experienced its own July heat wave as motivated buyers snapped up homes at a brisk pace,” said Duncan R. MacKenzie, NYSAR CEO. “In fact, the market reached the highest number of July closed sales since 2007, and the highest number of July pending sales since 2005.” “The combination of strong buyer demand and constrained inventory levels continue to drive median price gains as sellers received nearly 96 percent of their asking price in July,” said MacKenzie.

Given the diversity in culture, population, and even climate in New York State - just as there no statewide forecast, there is no statewide housing market. It has never been more important than now to work with a REALTOR®, your LOCAL market professional, to properly gauge local neighborhood conditions. Conditions vary widely by market even from neighborhood to neighborhood and change rapidly. A recent national survey of For Sale By Owner (FSBO) vs. REALTOR® listed homes found that home sellers are more than twice as likely to sell their homes using a REALTOR than selling it on their own. Statistics further show that listing your home for sale with a REALTOR® nets more money in your pocket than FSBO. Whether you are considering buying or selling, it’s an emotional process and it’s important that you get good advice from your LOCAL professional. At Olde Orchard Real Estate we take pride in staying on top of our LOCAL market, watching neighborhood trends, and matching buyers with sellers to make each transaction a win/win.

Margaret Phillips, CBR, Broker 518.701.1657 • margaret@oldeorchardrealestate.com www.oldeorchardrealestate.com

19th Annual BH-BL Rotary 5K APPLE RUN & FUN WALK October 5, 2013 9am Enjoy a flat “certified course” at the Richard O'Rourke Middle School in Burnt Hills. The One (1) Mile Kids Fun Run will take place starting at 9:45am. Race day registration will be from 7to 8:30am. The fee is $20 before Sept 30th and $25 thereafter. The Kids One Mile Fun Run entrance fee is $10, which includes a long sleeve T-shirt, race packet, and finishing ribbon. The first 250 5K runners and walkers will receive a T-shirt, and race packet. Money raised will benefit Rotary community projects. Down load entry forms at www.bhblrotary.org or register at www.active.com. For more information, contact Paul Lewandowski at (518) 399-2225 or email ssalmonlew@aol.com.

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SCARY STUFF! There’s a nasty computer virus going around that shocks users by putting on the screen a claim that the FBI and the federal government has taken control of the computer because it has been linked to illegal activity. It is scary!

Once infected, the victim’s computer immediately locks, and the monitor displays a screen stating there has been a violation of federal law.

The new FBI scam tries to convince users that they have done something wrong and have been caught.

It then demands that the user purchase a pre-paid debit card for a certain amount of money and enter the card number so the “fine” can be paid and the computer unlocked.

We do encourage individuals to take the proper precautions, because it is dangerous from the perspective that if individuals purchase Moneypak cards and pay the ransom they have no way of getting the money back or filing a claim Federal investigators confirm it’s just a new twist on an old theme used by scammers – scaring people into sending them money.

But technical experts say the computer effectively is worthless until the virus can be cleaned.

• Do not pay any money or provide any personal information.

• Contact a computer professional to remove the infection from your computer.

• Be aware that even if you are able to unfreeze your computer on your own, the malware may still operate in the background. Certain types of malware have been known to capture personal information such as user names, passwords, and credit card numbers through embedded keystroke logging programs.

HOW CAN I GET INFECTED WITH FBI VIRUS? This infection gets inside the system through security vulnerabilities found when user visits infected websites or downloads infected files. These security holes appear as soon as you forget to take care of your computer's security and don't use security software or don't update it. Of course, you must always think about safe browsing and avoid suspicious downloads that are actively offered on the Internet right now. The biggest issue, which is caused by this ransomware, is that similarly to its earlier versions, it completely blocks its victim's computer, 'locks' it and disables all the programs found there. In order to 'unlock' the system, FBI virus shows its warning and requires to pay the fine through MoneyPak. However, you must have already understood that you must never pay this $100 fine if you don't want to help for the scammers who are collecting these fines.

It can also take over the cybercam that's connected to that computer and will snap a picture of the individual that's using that computer If you get a message from the so-called FBI cybercrime department, your computer was probably infected with a ransomware virus likely from clicking on an unfamiliar e-mail or sketchy website.

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DANCE IMPROVISATION'S IMPACT ON DANCERS Improvisation is creative brainstorming on the spot!

When someone plays music and just starts to move, they are engaged in the most simple form of dance improvisation. When choreographers set themselves free and begin to move, either with or without music, to create a new dance, they are engaged in one of the most sophisticated forms of improvisation.

All artists engage in improvisation to create their art. The practice of engaging in improvisation teaches us to trust ourselves as we use our intelligence and all the things at our disposal to respond creatively to the task at hand. The key to creative improvisation is to take what we have learned and have the courage to interpret it, change it, expand upon it and give it a piece of ourselves. In doing that we create something new.

The study of improvisation is part of the modern dance form. Children are ultimately creative. If dance appeals only to their logic by teaching the rights and wrongs of technique, a huge part of that dancer is not being developed. There are two important aspects of every dancer.There's the logical dancer who needs to study technique and proper form. Then there's the creative, emotional dancer who needs to be encouraged to use their instinct as they explore space creating movement that develops as they tweak, change and build on what they know.

Some children are strong logical thinkers and the study of technique, with someone telling them what to do, appeals to them. They know how to succeed there. Quite often these same successful dancers fall apart when they are invited into the free form world of improvisation. It seems scary to them to break the rules and use their own resources to creatively develop their dance.

Some children are strong, relaxed, creative thinkers and they take to the study of improvisation quite easily responding with natural dance movement that is amazing, brave and unique. Quite often these same avant guard, young dancers find it more difficult to assimilate the study of technique. In the study of modern dance both aspects of the dancer eventually grow together each personality being encouraged by their strengths to tackle their weakness, over time creating a well rounded, confident dancer. This confidence translates to everything they do in life.

Ginny Martin • Modern Dance with Ginny Martin 518-399-5802 • www.ginnymartindance.com www.danceclassathome.com

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MORTENSEN MOTORSPORTS UPDATE FOR SEPTEMBER Photo courtesy of Bill McGaffin Photography

During the first couple of weeks in August there wasn't too much to cheer about for the crew and fans of the Your Hometowne sponsored #1M driven by Scotia, NY resident Mark Mortensen as he continued to struggle with an ill handling race car.

In events held at the Fonda Speedway on Saturday, August 3 and the following week on Saturday, August 10 Mark started both events in the 14th position and when the checkered flag flew to complete the 20-lap 602 sportsman feature events Mark finished in positions 18th and 11th respectively.

There was something to cheer about back on the last Saturday of the month of July however when Mark took his 10th career win in the 602 sportsman division and the third of the 2013 racing season.

The 602 sportsman feature on Saturday, July 27 began with Chip Constantino leading lap one before his front row starting mate Cody Clark took over the point on lap two. Mark started the event in the sixth position after struggling the last few weeks and was in the second position on lap two behind leader Clark.

Dave Constantino was also on the move after starting ninth as he took away the fifth position on lap four after getting by his brother Chip. Mark closed the gap from the half straightaway lead that Clark held at lap five and on lap six was right on Clark's rear bumper.

Coming out of turn three into turn four Mark made a move on the outside of Clark to take over the lead with Constantino in the second position on lap nine after making a three wide move to get around both Clark and a lap car.

Mark was negotiating lap traffic a little better than Constantino was and was able to hold on to the lead including once on lap 13 when Mark went three wide around the outside of two lap cars.

Mark went on to his third win of the season and was followed in the top five by Constantino, Clark, Rocky Warner, and Connor Cleveland.

"It was a good night and a fun race," Mark told Mimi Lazzaro in victory lane. "The car started getting tight towards the end of the race but we were able to get the win. I need to thank Erik Nelson, Matt Hearn from Teo Pro Car who was here at Fonda tonight and all of my crew for their help and hard work along with all of my sponsors and everyone who comes to watch me every week for their support."

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GINO LATINI The gift of talent.

One day while stopping by Marcella's Restaurant for one of their outstanding breakfast meals, I happened on a gentleman touting a handful of paint brushes and pallet of colors. He was artfully dabbing the mirror with his rendition of an idyllic scene that resembled the Adirondacks or was it the Catskills? Upon asking it was clear that it didn't matter, it's wherever I wanted it to be.

Most importantly it was a place of peace and serenity that that resides in this artist's mind.

The artist is 68 year old Gino Latini, a retired art teacher from the Burnt Hills - Ballston Lake School System. He routinely goes about his day lending a hand to Dean and Patri at Marcella's as an all around handyman; often assisting truck drivers offload their supplies, keeping the premises neat or helping out in any of many ways that a business of this nature requires.

the Albany and Berkshire Symphony and teaches music at Skidmore and St Rose to aspiring students and future music teachers. Lisa Johnson followed his footsteps and became an art teacher. Sadly Gino lost his wife Irene this past May after 50 years of marriage and friendship.

His story goes back to his native Pennsylvania where he graduated from Edinboro University. Gino eventually settled in Burnt Hills where he started the Art Program in 1955 and stayed true to BHBL until he retired in 1982. He fondly recalls kicking off his first class without the benefit of furniture or supplies; exercising his “artistic license” Gino rummaged around the school and gathered up cardboard boxes to sit on along with other odds and ends for his makeshift classroom.

Knowing Gino over the years as an art teacher, It didn't take long before Patri asked him to “do something” with the wall of mirrors that line the dining area, to paint a winter scene and brighten the room. Armed with tubes of acrylic paints Gino went to work and created what is now a landscape that captures the imagination of the patrons who always ask “what is he going to do next” sometimes offering suggestions. Always willing to have his picture taken with his mystical land of familiar mountains under billowing clouds overlooking a pristine lake with shoreline homes, one can get lost in the peace he see's in that scene. When asked what he is going to paint next, Gino artfully responds that he never knows until he picks up the brush and is humbled by the response and admiration he receives from the patrons. Chuckling slightly, Gino says the customers act as though he painted the Sistine Chapel!

It was during this time that Gino met Irene; his future wife whom he affectionately called “Jinx” due to the mishaps that seemed to occur every time they had a date.

They married in 1963 and had two children; a son Eric and a daughter Lisa. Currently Eric is a professional musician who plays with

Upon retiring from his teaching position and not ready to sit, Gino traced 17 years of framing artwork for former student and nationally known western artist Kenny Schmidt, owner of Lone Feather Studio. When the economy knocked the bottom out of his ability to make a living at framing artwork Gino approached Dean for a job to keep his mind busy and his body active.

Look for his fall rendition to take place in the upcoming weeks as his art reflects life in the northeast as the tree's change colors and fall unfolds in the land that Gino paints. Even though Gino insists it will eventually become a “winter” scene and not a Christmas scene, don't be surprised if there is a man in a sleigh pulled by reindeer above the clouds around December 24th!

This is what makes our community so special. Dean and Patri of Marcella's help Gino stay active and employed; in return he gives them and their patrons the gift of his talent.

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BRYANT REBATES ARE BACK!

658 St Rte 50 • Glenville • 631-9244 • www.creeksidecch.com Entrepreneurs Fred Ogle, Lori & David Brown, and Jeff & Beth Ogle, feel honored to have opened our doors in such a welcoming community.

We have received numerous compliments from customers who recognize and appreciate all the time and effort that we, as a group have put into this endeavor. For more than a year, we’ve worked through construction, menu planning and decorating decisions and are proud to be the co-owners of Creekside Café and Coffeehouse.

Fred purchased the building not 100% sure what he’d like to do with it.

Lori and Jeff visited the building at separate times and both walked away with the same idea...this building would be perfect as a coffeehouse. Fred has owned Froland Transportation, a logistics company for over twenty years and co-owns J & F Lawncare Service with his grandson Jason Brown. He also owns real estate properties in the area through his holding company, 312 Stage Road, LLC..

Entrepreneurship runs in the Ogle family so plans were soon set in place to open Creekside Café and Coffeehouse. Fred had the knotty pine walls put up, all new equipment installed, floors refinished and new floor coverings put down. Pat, Fred’s significant other, refinished all the new tabletops and the matching chairs. Jeff,Beth, Lori and Dave Brown who is Lori’s husband and owner of Creative Interiors, got to work renovating and adding all the touches that make Creekside comfy and welcoming. Truly a group effort!

Our coffee is the freshest available. Jeff roasts the green beans inhouse on our Artisian Shop Roaster and our daily varieties include a Light Roast (Breakfast Blend), Medium Roast (Our House Blend), Dark Roast, Decaf and various flavored coffees that change on a daily basis.

We have espresso drinks and lattes, iced drinks and a great selection of whole leaf hot teas! To accompany our delicious coffee, we offer warm and delicious breakfast choices and a hearty lunch menu that you order up at the bar (which is the original bar since Sylvesters 1941).

Our idea was to accommodate those “on the go” as well as the people that have the chance to sit for a bit. We want our customers to enjoy a great cup of coffee and a tasty meal or treat in a relaxing friendly atmosphere. We offer specials on a regular basis and will be adding to our menu as we go.

We quietly opened our door March 5, 2013 and have already enjoyed seeing many familiar faces. We look forward to you stopping in to see the comfortable atmosphere we’ve created. We are a counter service so when you come in step right up to the counter and we’ll help you get started. If you’d like to see our Coffeehouse-style menu, check our website www.creeksidecch.com or call 631-9244 to check on our soup of the day or to reserve the “Alta & Fred” table for your small group gathering. We can also be found on Facebook and Twitter.

We look forward to meeting you and for those of you who have already stopped in, thank you! We appreciate your business!

Football incorporates the two worst elements of American society: violence punctuated by committee meetings.

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HOME HEALTH AIDE/LPN WANTED

381-6201

When a clock is hungry it goes back four seconds.

Monday-Thursday 3-11pm plus every other weekend for a sweet elderly gentleman with mild-moderate dementia.

Some personal care, cooking and light housekeeping.

Experience and references preferred. $15/hour

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WHO WANTS A FREE T-SHIRT?!

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SAUSAGE QUEST 2013

Chicken Pesto Salad Garofalo's Chicken Pesto Sausage Bowtie Pasta Essentials Spice Mix Fresh Basil Diced tomatoes Olive Oil Using Garofalo's specialty chicken pesto sausage, slice up and toss 2-4 fully cooked links per pound of bowtie pasta seasoned with their very own “essentials” spice mixture to suit your taste along with a splash of olive oil, Basil and diced tomatoes to create a great summer dish that is sure to please!

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It's that easy.

There are 12 different sausages that you must buy, you must get at least one pound of each and then one of our store clerks will stamp your card!

So whose ready for Sausage Quest?!

The 12 varieties are: Sweet Italian • Hot Italian Fresh Kielbasa • Smoked Kielbasa Chorizo • Andouille Chicken Pesto • Bratwurst Breakfast Sausage Veal Sausage Lamb Sausage German Style Hot Dogs

GRILLING SEASON IS STILL HERE! Use HUMPHREY's Charcoal for your grilling needs.

Nothing but the best at Garofalo's!

Stuffed Pork Chops Stuffed Pork Chops from Garofalo's Apple sauce Vegetable of your choice This one is undoubtedly the easiest recipe / dinner solutions so far. There are times in all of our lives that there is simply not enough time to prepare dinner. When times like that come around, I find it easy to drive down to Garofalo's and pick ready made stuffed pork chops. The chops are large and juicy with a stuffing that is crafted from their own spices and breadcrumbs. The prep time is minimal as all you need to do is simply brown each side in a sauté pan with a little olive oil, cover them in a shallow pan with foil and pop them into a preheated 325 º oven for about an hour or the internal temp is 160º.

Serve with a side of apple sauce and a vegetable of your choice for a succulent healthy meal. Call ahead to reserve your chops today! 374.1478

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The Monthly Meeting of the Library Board of Trustees, Wed., Sept. 25th 7pm in the library community room. These meetings are open to the public and we'd love to see you there.

Friends of the Town of Ballston Community Library annual meeting.

Tuesday, Sept. 10th 7pm Looking for new officers so please come if you're interested in being more involved in your community and the library.

The library book club will discuss Flight Behavior, by Barbara Kingsolver at 7PM on Monday, September 9, 2013 in the library community room.

Knitting Group Monday, Sept. 30, 7-9 PM in the library community room.

Introducing the iPad, Sept. 18, 6-8pm. The iPad makes surfing the web, checking email, playing games, watching movies, and taking pictures easy and convenient. Bring your device or just come and observe.

(Beginner Level) Digital Photography for Beginners, Class 1 - Sept. 19, Class 2 Sept. 26, 10:30am-12:30pm. This basic class is designed to help you get started with your digital camera. Bring your digital camera, memory card, and user's manuals to class.

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From Scotia to Ballston Spa, covering the Route 50 Corridor

I CAN SMELL APPLES IN THE AIR! I ate my first apple of the season. Two actually. One from our tree right in the back yard and one from the little fruit stand down the road. Their crisp tartness reminds me of the September air. Refreshing and comforting at the same time. As I ate the apple, my mind wandered off to the smell of hot apple pie wafting through the kitchen, a roast waiting to be served with homemade chucky apple sauce on the side. I will miss the warm and balmy days of summer of course, and yet, there is something to be said for routine and a season of comfy sweaters, comfort food and fresh picked apples.

As the school year starts and the alarm rings just a bit earlier, we start our day. New clothes, backpack all ready to go. The brown paper bags take their spot in the pantry along with the huge container of peanut butter. No matter how old (or tall) your kids get, PB & J seems to be a staple lunch bag feast. I pack the bag and roll down the top edge. I am tempted to write his name on it along with a smiley face. I refrain, as I am reminded by my son that he is not five years old anymore. I will say, I have all the intention of sneaking a few little smiles on that boring brown bag throughout the year.

That first day of school, the bus pulling up still holds a special moment for me. Even though my son drives now, just the thought of another school year ahead makes me realize how time flies. Not many more bus rides in our future. I will take a picture on that first day. Just as I have every year since the first. In front of our house, along the front walkway with the Black-eyed Susan's in full bloom. He will give me the usual, "come on mom!" And as usual, I will ignore him and tell him to smile big. I know that one day we will look at these pictures and we will both smile big, just like we did back then.

When the bus pulls away, another season is underway! The routine has begun and is filled with backpacks and brown paper bags. As I sit and finish my coffee I look through my recipes for my "famous" apple pie. A nice warm pie for dessert sounds just perfect. I will leave an extra apple out for the boys brown bag lunch tomorrow. Who knows there might even be a smiley face on it.

As always I wish you peace, joy and a comfortably refreshing September!

Pattie Rakvica • idriveaware@gmail.com

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