Your Hometowne September 2012

COMPLIMENTARY

SEPTEMBER 2012

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A message from Fall is approaching quickly. I'm sure you have noticed that the air outside is quickly changing. For me it starts with “smells”. Born with a great sense of smell I could tell you my surroundings by just sniffing the air. The fragrant summer flowers and bushes have been replaced with smokey bon-fires, falling leaves and a crispness that is difficult to explain. Fall is truly a gift here in Upstate New York. People travel from all over the country just to peek at our leaves changing colors and feast on our Fall bounty.

It is a complete culture change, we change our household decorations.

We put on our favorite blue jeans, sweaters and boots. We bake pies and breads; apples, pumpkins and squash fill our tables. We crave meats cooked in Dutch Ovens instead of grilled. Our bodies are preparing us for winter. It is no coincidence that we change our eating habits with the seasons. Just like the bears, we want to fatten up for the winter. To counteract that, Fall is a great time to start a new exercise routine. Whether it's walking your dog more often or joining a gym; if you want to fit into your favorite jeans throughout the winter then you need to increase your activity level to balance off the extra calories that comes with our change in diet.

ABOUT OUR COVER...

Once again Ryan Carll has invested several hours of his time creating a cover to depict September 11, 2001. This year Ryan has focused on the future, his theme being “Still Standing”. His hand drawn rendition of Ladder 10 and the people who still serve our country from this post represents strength, hope and perseverance. If you would like to learn more about Ryan his ad is just below this. He is a true professional, able to meet deadlines and work closely with his clients to produce what they envision.

Read more about Ladder 10 in Paul’s Stay Tuned article inside.

I would be amiss if I didn't mention football. While I personally am not a huge fan of the game I do enjoy how it brings people together.

Families and friends gather every Sunday and Monday to watch their favorite teams. I love the loyalty it brings out in people, cheering as their team wins and supporting them even if they lose. I guess you could call me a “football voyeur”.

Don't let the tourists be the only ones who enjoy our beautiful area.

This is a great time to reunite your family after the hustle and bustle of summer. Apple picking, antique shopping, driving through the Adirondacks make wonderful memories. As I flip through my pictures of Beth and Lea growing up my favorite ones are in the Fall. Sitting on the big rock at Prospect Mountain; playing in the leaves as we raked; teaching them to make apple crisp. I can still smell every moment and it makes me smile.

Gather your family, friends and pets and make some memories. No one ever regrets spending too much time with the ones they love.

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Burnt Hills Optical - In The Blink Of An Eye Cheap Geek - Safeguarding Your Childs Computer Use Chris Nyhan, Edward Jones - Brush Up On Your Investment Education Frank And Sons - You Have A Choice The Speckled Hen - Decorating Tips Montessori School of Schenectady - The Education of Values Patti Rakvica - Good Bye Summer... Hello New Adventures!

Precise Fitness - 5 Myths About Weight Training Business in Focus - Lakeside Farms - A Local Tradition

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The Charlton Tavern Honors the Uniformed Services that Serve and Protect our Nation.

Relax and Enjoy Life at the Best Kept Secret in Saratoga County with Chef Paul Persico’s Savory Seafood Creations

Marlin • Swordfish • Snapper • Clams • Ahi Tuna • Calamari (as available by market) Bridal Showers • Rehearsal Dinners • Intimate Couture Weddings

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INTRODUCING… THE SPECKLED HEN! I spent the last year transforming my home into a storefront, and in March 2012 opened the doors to “The Speckled Hen”! Since then I’ve welcomed many of you into my store and have truly enjoyed getting to know you.

To those primitive and country lovers who I haven’t met, The Speckled Hen is the place to find country crafts and primitive décor. I strive to bring you affordable, handmade and specially selected items. I regularly travel to tradeshows, visit local artists and craftsmen to bring you the unique gifts that are displayed throughout the store.

I’ve met so many great people and am looking forward to meeting many more of you! I hope you enjoy your visits – as I’ve truly enjoyed creating The Speckled Hen. - Maureen Culver DECORATING TIPS FROM THE SPECKLED HEN Finding the right primitive accessories can be the key in bringing it all together, so each month I’ll be sharing “Decorating Tips from The Speckled Hen”. Whether you are decorating your bedroom, kitchen, bath or family room, I’ll help by introducing you to a different decorating tip in every issue.

When decorating with primitives, we do on purpose what those in the early days did out of necessity. If you were to step into an early homestead, you would find the items that were used on a daily basis displayed throughout the home (as they didn`t have the drawers and closets we do today). A peg rack holding clothing, candles hanging by the hearth, boxes stacked near the fire, dried flowers hanging from beams, linens folded and stacked… there are so many ways to add primitive accessories all around your home!

Let’s start with the walls. Try to avoid filling walls with a bunch of little items. Use a bigger piece to anchor it all to the room. Consider hanging a cupboard with wood signs, pictures, candle sconces and such on either side.

Open the cupboard doors to display items on the shelves - and don`t forget the top of the cupboard!

To add a touch of color, make your own dried flowers. Gather from yourgarden or fields, tie them, hang them from racks, fill bowls or mason jars. Quilts, linens and throws are another great way to add color and texture anywhere you need it - I carry lots of homespun linens and patterns to decorate your home for autumn.

Maureen Culver, The Speckled Hen 38 Saratoga Road, Scotia 369.8771

How vain it is to sit down to write when you have not stood up to live.

- Henry David Thoreau

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IN THE BLINK OF AN EYE When we think of eye protection, we tend to think of people wearing hardhats and lab coats. We often forget that even at home, we might find ourselves dealing with similar threats to our eyes. Dangerous chemicals that could burn or splash the eyes aren't restricted to chemical laboratories. They're also in our garages and under our kitchen sinks. Debris and other air-borne irritants are present at home, too, whether one is doing a home construction project or working in the yard. The debris from a lawnmower or “weed wacker,” for example, can be moving at high speeds and provide no time to react.

According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, an estimated 90 percent of eye injuries are preventable with the use of proper safety eyewear. Even a minor injury to the cornea-like that from a small particle of dust or debris-can be painful and become a life-long issue, so take the extra precaution and always protect your eyes. If your eye is injured, seek emergency medical help immediately.

The best ways to prevent injury to the eye is to always wear the appropriate eye protection. To be effective, eyewear must fit properly and be effectively designed to protect the eyes based on the activity being performed. Your eye care professional is well versed in the safety eyewear options out there, which can include prescription or non-prescription lenses. If your eyes don't require a prescription, it only takes a trip to the sporting goods store or hardware store/home building center to get the right safety eyewear for you.

You (or anyone who is watching you work) should always wear properly fitted eye protective gear, such as safety glasses with side protection/shields, when: • Doing work that may produce particles, slivers, or dust from materials like wood, metal, plastic, cement, and drywall • Hammering, sanding, grinding, or doing masonry work • Working with power tools • Working with chemicals, including common household chemicals like ammonia, oven cleaners, and bleach • Using a lawnmower, or other motorized gardening devices like called “weed wacker's” • Working with wet or powdered cement • “Jumping” the battery of a motor vehicle The eyes are complex and delicate organs. We don't always notice the risks that many day-to-day activities pose. Using safety eyewear can significantly decrease your risks of suffering a devastating eye injury. Vision is a gift, make the extra effort to protect it.

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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BRUSH UP ON YOUR INVESTMENT EDUCATION You don’t need to have young children to be keenly aware that we’ve reached that “back-to-school” time of year. Whether you’re shopping for school supplies or not, you may want to take a cue from this season to think about getting a little more education yourself specifically, investment education.

Many people find the language of investing to be confusing, but with a little effort, you can learn important concepts and principles. And the more you know about investing, the better off you’ll be because, in the investment world as in other areas of life, knowledge is power.

Thank you Mother Nature for giving us a mild winter and a splendid summer to recover from Hurricane Irene.

- Cheryll Hill

So take just a few minutes to read more on these basic investment concepts: GROWTH - You purchase some types of investments with the hope that their value will rise over time. Of course, over the short term, the prices of growth-oriented investments can and will fluctuate, sometimes substantially, and the preservation of your principal is not guaranteed.

INCOME - When you invest in income-oriented or fixed-income vehicles, you receive income in the form of interest payments. The market value of fixed-income investments can also fluctuate, but if you hold them until maturity, you can generally expect to receive the original principal value.

INVESTMENT RISK - When most people talk about investment risk, they are usually referring to the possibility of losing money - and that is indeed an ever-present risk. But all investments carry some type of risk. When you invest in fixed-income investments, for example, you may incur interest rate risk - the risk that the value of your investment will drop if interest rates rise.

Or you may encounter purchasing power risk - the risk that your rate of return may not keep up with inflation.

RISK TOLERANCE - Generally speaking, your risk tolerance refers to what type of investor you are. If you’re an aggressive investor, you may be willing to accept greater risk in exchange for potentially higher returns, whereas if you’re a conservative investor, you’ll take lower returns if you can receive greater preservation of principal.

TIME HORIZON - Your investment strategy will be partially based on your time horizon - the number of years in which you plan to invest. Your time horizon will likely stretch into your retirement years.

DIVERSIFICATION - Diversification is an important factor in investment success. By spreading your investment dollars among an array of investment vehicles, you can help reduce the impact of volatility on your portfolio, although diversification, by itself, can’t guarantee a profit or protect against loss.

While far from exhaustive, this list of investment terms can help you gain a clearer understanding of the “nuts and bolts” of investing - and perhaps encourage you to further your investment “education.”

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

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Ballston Spa, NY - The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association is hosting the 10th annual “The Way We Were” Car Show to be held Sunday, October 7, 2012 from 9:00 am -4:00 pm on Front Street in Historic Ballston Spa. In the event of bad weather, the rain date for this event is October 14.

“You'll be able to enjoy some of the nicest cars of the region", says Steve Springer, event co-chair of the Car Show. Spectators will be able to stroll from one end of historic Front Street to the other, checking out a wide variety of cars and trucks while enjoying outdoor barbecues, vendors, and music. Front Street in the village will be blocked off from Milton Avenue past the Old Iron Springs to accommodate car exhibits and vendors. In the past, this event has attracted hundreds of automobile aficionados from all over the region. Again this year we will be tying into the MoHu Festival, a nine day celebration of art, culture and entertainment across the Capital District, and will be encouraging artists, bands, and performers to set up within the show.

This is one of the few local judged shows and several trophies will be awarded, including Best of Show, Mayor’s Choice, Best Engine, Best Paint, Best Stock, Oldest Vehicle plus the top five in each of 13 categories. Judging begins at 9:30 am with trophies awarded at 3:30 pm. The event is free to spectators. Exhibitors can pre-register by 10/1/12 for $10.00 per car or $15.00 the day of show. All proceeds will benefit community activities sponsored by the BSBPA. Dash plaques will be given to the first 400 cars registered and the first 200 cars registered will receive car show souvenirs.

A printable registration form is available on the BSBPA website, www.ballston.org <http://www.ballston.org/> . Registration flyers are also available at Mangino Buick GMC in Ballston Spa and Mangino Chevrolet in Amsterdam. For more information, contact Tina Mangino-Coffey at tina@ballston.org <mailto:tmanginocoffey@mangino.com> , Steve Springer at steve@ballston.org <mailto:steve.s@roverparts.com> or the BSBPA at info@ballston.org or 885-2772. A link to a video about "The Way We Were" Car Show can also be found on the ballston.org homepage.

The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association was founded 29 years ago with the mission of promoting Ballston Spa as a great place to visit, do business and live.

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“This is upstate New York, man, the weather changes faster than the Mets lineup.”

- Fletcher

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LAKESIDE FARM A Local Tradition

Recently I had the pleasure of sitting and chatting with Dick Pearce, 2nd generation owner of the well known Country Store/Restaurant; Lakeside Farms in Ballston Lake. In a very short time he had captivated me with his ability to recall all the details of how Lakeside Farms grew from a simple Cider Mill to the bustling Country Store it is today.

In 1948, Robert Pearce and his wife Agnes started this fourth-generation family business as “a means to make a little extra money on the side”. Robert bought the Ballston Lake farm for its old barn and cider press, with the intention of making and selling fresh cider.

After a year in business, Robert who had a full time job at GE offered the business to his son Dick. Dick was 17 years old at the time and knew in his heart it was to be his destiny. After 2 years serving in the Army, Dick came back to Ballston Lake and continued to operate the farm with his mother Agnes, until the early 1970's when she passed away.

In 1958, Pearce opened a small retail store and in 1961, they renovated an old carriage barn on the property, naming it the Lakeside Cider Mill & Farm store. They began with selling fresh vegetables and apple cider. Two years later they added pies, salads and sandwiches. By 1971 their business outgrew the building and they had to construct a separate barn for the cider production. The press built in the late 1880's is a 120 ton screw driven press.

Impressive in size and look, the press takes up much of the barn where it is housed. Manually operated, the process for making cider with an old cider press is very labor intensive, but that's why it tastes so good.

In the true entrepreneurial spirit Dick began growing his own vegetables on the property, including corn, squash, pumpkins, beans, tomatoes and cucumbers in the 1980's. In response to the popularity of their home-baked pies and made-to-order sandwiches, in 1990 they began serving homemade country breakfasts. The customers just kept coming and once again they outgrew their building and added a large patio. Today Lakeside serves breakfast, lunch and delicious desserts. They also serve dinners to go daily.

Even though Dick is 80, when I arrived to interview him he was busy stacking Mums. We took a quick ride in his John Deere tractor to his home on the property where we sat and chatted as he showed me pictures of the original building, an oil painting over his mantle done by a local artist with him in the corner; as a young 17 year old. My very favorite picture was Dick standing with a very large Bull when he was around 25. We joked as to which one was the bull; he is spry and very witty!

The centerpiece of the business continues to be their fresh apple cider and apples, grown throughout the region, and sold for retail. History aside - a walk through the Lakeside Store tells the story of why this place is so popular with the locals. In addition to their cider, Lakeside Farms tops the charts in terms of fresh and local vegetables and products. They sell local products that you can't get anywhere else. Adirondack Maple Syrup, Local Honey, milk from Battenkill Valley Creamery, fresh eggs from Thomas' Poultry in Schuylerville, and meats and sausages from Oscar's Smokehouse in Warrensburg, NY. They also carry unique cooking items, arts and craft items, and have a delicious vintage candy section.

Dick Pearce pictured with his sons Jeff (left) and Rich (right).

The Pearce family is a working family. Dick's sons, daughter and daughterin-law put in long hours to keep up with their customers and the demand for their goods. Always keeping with the times the family is not afraid to make changes and listen to what their customers want. They have a large pavilion to accommodate special events. It's the perfect spot for a country wedding, class reunions or company picnics.

If you haven't been to Lakeside Cider Mill and Farm Store you are missing a local gem. Now is the perfect time to bring your family to feast on fresh apple cider donuts, or enjoy a delicious country breakfast or lunch.

For more information visit www.lakesidefarmscidermill.com or call 518-399-8359.

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MORTENSEN MOTORSPORTS UPDATE FOR AUGUST 2012 car but the 2005 Teo car wasn't exactly up to par with the newer equipment that everyone else was running.

The month of August was a tough one for the family owned Mortensen Motorsports Racing Team as Mark was fighting hard to defend his Fonda Speedway 602 Sportsman Track Championship from 2011.

With only two racing programs in the month of August after a rain out on August 11 it made it a difficult task as he was sitting in the second position on the final points night of the regular season on August 18, 38 points behind leader Cody Bleau.

Photo courtesy of Bill McGaffin Photography

Making it even more difficult was the fact that Mark totaled his 2010 Teo car on August 4 and was racing the final night of points in an outdated 2005 Teo car which sat for over three years in the back of his race shop since it had last been raced.

Mark and car owner Bonnie Mortensen would like to thank their family, crew, sponsors, and everyone who came by the shop and offered their help for all of their hard work in getting the old car ready to race after all of the good parts had to be stripped off of the wrecked car and put on the old one so that he could even get back out on to the track to complete the 2012 regular season at Fonda.

In the first of two 15-lap 602 Sportsman feature events on August 18 Mark started second in the Jumpin' Jack's Drive-In of Scotia sponsored #1M Teo

Mark dropped back to a fifth place finish when the checkered flag flew and started the second feature in the fifth position. Mark suffered a flat tire after another car made contact with Mark and although he was able to pit for a new tire and restart at the rear of the field he could never make his way back up to the front and was credited with a 19th place finish.

Despite the 19th place finish in the second feature event, Mark secured the second position in the final point standings with the 2012 602 Sportsman Track Championship going to Cody Bleau at the conclusion of the racing program.

Tentatively the next race for the Mortensen Motorsports Team will be a special race for the 602 Sportsman on Saturday, September 8 at the Utica Rome Speedway where Mark finished fifth in a 602 Sportsman feature event earlier this season.

For more information about the #1M Racing Team you can go to their website www.markmortensen1m.com

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5 MYTHS ABOUT WEIGHT TRAINING I've got to warn you. There are bogus rumors going around about strength training. The truth is that strength training is one of the absolute best things you can do for your health and appearance.

If you've fallen for these 5 myths then you're missing out on tremendous potential results.

MYTH #1 MUSCLE TURNS INTO FAT Why would anyone want to build muscle if it could morph into fat after a span of disuse? Rest assured that this is a myth of the highest order. Muscle tissue is muscle tissue. Fat tissue is fat tissue. One will never become the other.

MYTH #2 STRENGTH TRAINING DOESN'T BURN FAT On the contrary, muscle mass is your number one ally against fat gains. A pound of muscle burns 10-20 calories each day, while you're just living and breathing. Regular strength training helps you increase your muscle mass as well as preserve existing muscle mass, turning you into a fat burning machine.

MYTH #3 LIFTING WEIGHTS MAKES WOMEN BULK UP Yes, strength training increases the amount of muscle on your body; so many women take this to mean that their body will become body-builder-physique, which isn't quite the look you're going for.

The truth is that the female body simply doesn't contain high enough levels of testosterone to produce that level of results without a very focused and dedicated effort. The tighter, toned figure of a recreational female weight lifter is every bit feminine.

MYTH #4 STRENGTH TRAINING IS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE ONLY Ha, that's a used-up excuse that senior citizens across the globe have shattered. Assuming that your doctor has given you the OK, you have much to gain from a regular weight lifting routine.

Improved balance and coordination, better strength and flexibility, and a decreased risk of osteoporosis are just the beginning.

MYTH #5 USE LIGHT WEIGHT AND HIGH REPS TO TONE This myth, popularized in the 90's, that very high repetitions of very light weights would result in a toned physique, has become outdated. These high repetitions will increase your muscular endurance but will not add strength or tone. We now know that in order to truly challenge your muscles, heavier weights with lower repetitions are a must. Start with an 8-10 repetition range and push your muscles with each set.

Including strength training as a part of your fitness routine is essential for achieving a fit and toned body.

My custom-made fitness programs remove all of the guesswork for you. I know what works, and I make it my mission to see you reach your goals.

Call or email today and we'll get you started on the program that's best for you.

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Did you know?

The Autumnal Equinox Fall for 2012 begins in the Northern Hemisphere on September 22, 10:49 AM EDT

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GOOD BYE SUMMER...

HELLO NEW ADVENTURES! 518-399-8174 • kdeangelo@sals.edu CONNECT WITH THE LIBRARY FROM HOME • Follow the Town of Ballston Community Library on Facebook and Pinterest • Borrow e-books from the library. Go to http://salon.sals.edu • Sign up for the library's weekly e-newsletter at http://toblibrary.sals.edu This summer 432 children read for 185,600 minutes during the 2012 Summer Reading Program at the Town of Ballston Community Library. 139 teens read for 82,283 minutes.

SEPTEMBER PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN Pick up a flyer at the library or find it online at http://toblibrary.sals.edu Tuesdays 10:30AM - Art & Movement Wednesdays 10AM - Baby Laptime Wednesdays 10:30AM - Toddler Time Wednesdays 1:30PM - Preschool Story Time Thursdays 10:30 AM - Preschool Story Time Fridays 10:30AM - Toddler Time SEPTEMBER PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS For a computer class schedule please stop by the library or find it online at http://toblibrary.sals.edu MEMOIR WRITING WORKSHOP Presented by Mary Sanders Shartle, made possible by Fred Baum in memory of Helen Baum. Thursdays, 10AM-12PM September 20 & 27, October 4, 11, 18, and 25, November 1 & 8. Please sign up by calling 399-8174 ext. 2. Bring a writing utensil and paper or a journal.

PHLEX YOUR MIND WITH PHILOSOPHY EXPLORATIONS Join retired philosophy professor Roberta Boss for informal conversations about philosophy in our everyday lives. Please register by calling 399-8174 ext. 2. All programs will be held from 1-3PM on Friday September 21 & 28, October 5, 12, 19, & 26.

E-READER PLAY TIME September 19 from 7-8PM. An informal opportunity to share and explore ereaders and borrowing ebooks from Overdrive. The library has a Nook, a Kindle, and an i-Pad that you can try out while you're here. Bring yours if you have one. If you have a burning question, please email it to kdeangelo@sals.edu and she'll try to have an answer for you that night.

HISTORIAN IN RESIDENCE Drop in and chat with Ballston Town Historian Rick Reynolds between 6:30 and 8 PM on September 20th.

LIBRARY BOOK CLUB Will discuss The Dovekeepers, by Alice Hoffman, at 7PM on Monday, September 10.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY Will meet at 9AM on Tuesday, October 2. Join us and find out how you can be a Friend!

LIBRARY KNITTING GROUP Will meet from 7-9PM on September 24th. All fiber crafters are welcome.

Knitting help is available.

PC USERS GROUP Will meet from 6:30-8PM on Wednesday, September 12. All are welcome, from beginner to expert user, at these computer user meetings. Program topics vary.

Bring your questions and they'll try to help.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES Will meet at 7PM on Wednesday, September 26 in the library community room.

These meetings are open to the public and we would love to see you there.

HOURS M-Th 10AM-8PM / Fri 10AM-5PM / Sat 10AM-2PM ONLINE http://catalog.sals.edu or http://toblibrary.sals.edu YOUTH SERVICES http://toby.sals.edu • E-mail: rdarling@sals.edu

Did you feel that?...I did. A cool breeze brushed against my cheek. Falls supple approach, its gentle reminder that cooler days are around the corner. I sit and welcome the change of season, allowing myself to reminisce about the wonderful summer we had....

Enjoying the patio and its purple furniture, the flowers in bloom and the warm sunny days. Traveling consisted of no more than a three hour trip to the ocean, Moreau State Park, which by the way, is a great little hidden treasure at exit 19 off the Northway and a few small lakes no more than a hop, skip and a jump away. I have to say that we are very fortunate to be surrounded with such beauty right outside our back doors. My son and I enjoyed a crazy white water rafting trip up north with family and friends.

Paddling, swimming and jumping off a huge rock in the middle of the river - screaming all the way down! We paddled our way down Saratoga Lake in a kayak and paddle board. Taking our time on the 4 miles adventure. Crashing into one another and my son trying to "hitch" a ride on my kayak - thinking I wouldn't notice I was pulling him and his huge 11' paddle board down the lake.

Nice try kid!

A little more kayaking and a game of golf (if you can call it that...I need to bring more balls next time) finished out our summer.

Although, it may not seem all too adventurous to some, nor did it include any exotic places. It was however, our summer together.

If you ask me, time with my boy, a teenager mind you, it didn't matter what we did, it was that we did it together and to me that's priceless!

As the air cools, we are ready for the change of season. The hustle and bustle of a new school year is upon us and the trees will be turning their bright green leaves to a deeper yellow and red.

Reminisce about your summer and look forward to a new fall.

New adventures, camping, hiking and biking. Or try something new - they are all closer than you think, just look outside you back door.

As always, I wish you peace, joy and many adventures just a hop, skip and jump away!

Pattie Rakvica • idriveaware@gmail.com

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Garofalo's Offers a Wide Variety of Meat Specialties OUR SIGNATURE ITALIAN SAUSAGE SINCE 1904 Hot or Sweet; Rope style or Patties Meatballs and Bragoiles Kielbasa, Chorizo, Andouille, Bratwurst, Daisy Hams & Thick Sliced Bacon

Scott Weller's Chili aka Reverse Angle Chili 1 1/4 Garofalo's Italian Sausage (cut into bite size chunks after grilling) 1 1/4 lb Garofalo's Steak cut into cubes (preferably Humphrey's Charcoal grilled) 1 1/4 lb Pot Roast or Brisket slow cooked and pulled (this can be from a previous meal) 1/2 lb Garofalo's Smoked Bacon cut into small 1/2” squares 1/2 lb Fresh Mushrooms cut in half 2-3 Medium Onions chopped 1 Green Bell Pepper 2-3 Jalapeno Peppers Finely Chopped 2-3 Hot Red Peppers, Crushed 3 Cloves of Garlic, Crushed 2-4 tsp Chili Powder (to your taste) 1 Tbls Worchester Sauce 1/2 tsp Dry Mustard 2 Large Cans Crushed Tomatoes from Garofalo's 1 Large Can Chili Beans 1/2 Cup Red Wine Salt and Pepper to taste Grill all the meat except for the bacon, Sauté vegetables in a small amount of butter. In a large pot add all the ingredients and simmer for 3-4 hours, stirring and adding water as necessary.

Serve with fresh bread, grated cheese, chopped onions and sour cream.

CUSTOM CUT BEEF Filet Mignon Rib eye steaks choice NY Strip Steaks choice PORK Pork Chops Center Cut Bone in or Stuffed* Pork Tenderloins POULTRY Skinless boneless Chicken breasts Chicken Cutlets or Stuffed Chicken Breasts* COLD CUTS Featuring Battistoni Salami, Capicola, Soppresata & Abruzzi *Our own bread crumb and sausage stuffing Don't forget the Homemade Stuffed Cherry Peppers or Freshly Grated Parmesan to complement our large Selection of Pasta & Casa Visco Sauces.

A variety of Olive Oils as well as blocks of Sharp Provolone, Fontinella, Asiago, Extra Sharp Canadian Cheddar, Smoked Cheddar, Danish Blue Cheese, Pecorino Romano and Parmesan Reggianito.

Garafalo's, the taste people travel for!

Stop in and visit the 4th generation, serving QUALITY ITALIAN PRODUCTS since 1904. www.garofalosausage.com

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SEPTEMBER CROSSWORD PUZZLE

17. Soft drink 18. Fortuneteller's card 19. By mouth 20. Express a thought 22. Handle roughly 24. Tropical tuber 26. Adolescents

8. Under the influence of narcotics 9. Patron 10. Not soft 11. Egg-shaped 12. Expunge 15. Aromatic solvent 21. Twin sister of Ares 23. Dwarf buffalo 25. Savvy about 27. Stinging insect 28. Foot joint 29. Governor (abbrev.)

31. Magazine 32. Smell 34. Decay 36. Border 39. Bother 40. Found on rotary phones 43. Annoying 44. Not a single one 46. Tailless stout-bodied amphibian 47. Honors 49. Depart 50. Most recent 53. Compacted 55. Found on a finger 56. Countertenor 57. End ___ 58. Membership fees 60. Threesome 61. Certain 64. Eastern Standard Time

Answers can be found on page 31

ACROSS 1. Adhesive strip 5. Requests 9. Not barefoot 13. "Smallest" particle 14. Dish 16. Cover with asphalt

27. Delaying 30. Sags 33. Forefather 35. Mountain crest 37. Downhill or crosscountry 38. Egg-shaped 41. Disencumber 42. Featureless 45. Paltry 48. Enlist 51. Modern sing-along 52. Work dough 54. Blaring 55. Queasy 59. Southern breakfast dish 62. As well 63. Locale 65. Beige 66. Bit of gossip 67. S S S S 68. Den 69. Old stories 70. Exam 71. Blackthorn DOWN 1. Meal in a shell 2. At the peak of 3. Congressman, for example 4. Give forth 5. Appropriate 6. Close violently 7. Unit of gold purity

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STAY TUNED with Paul Hill As we all solemnly reflect back to Sept.11, 2001 we want to honor Ladder 10 and those who gave all on that day. From the annual memorial held at the Water's Edge Lighthouse where two of the steel beams stand in honor of the nearly 3,000 souls who perished in the attack to the families in our community who still mourn.

I respectfully recount the day from the official site of Ten House www.fdnytenhouse.com.

Below are excerpts from the Ladder 10 site: The Day the Sky turned Black.

For the firefighters of Ten House, Sept. 11 was the day a blue sky turned black and bodies rained from the sky. They were beginning a new shift, at 8:46am, when terrorists attacked the Work Trade Towers, spiking them with two hijacked commercial planes, each loaded with 20,000 gallons of jet fuel.

Ladder Company 10 and Engine Company 10, the Ten House are located at 124 Liberty St., across the street from the Word Trade Center. It is the only fire station inside ground zero.

They were the first to respond, the Firefighters on duty all jumped up from the table and ran to the front of the apparatus bay. The sky was completely black. It was just all debris raining down on the streets, papers on fire, pieces of computer, bodies just flying out, just things coming at the firefighters…

As the towers collapsed, tons of debris fell on the firehouse and forced its way into it, blowing out windows and doors and causing extensive damage to the façade, interior structures, lighting, utilities and the roof.

The apparatus floor was flooded with 3 feet of debris. When they found the burnt wreckage of ladder 10, weeks later, it was buried under 40 feet of rubble.

Ten house lost 5 members that day along with a Lieutenant from Battalion 7 covering ladder 10 and on November 19, 2005 The Ten House Bravest Memorial Dedication was held to honor their comrades.

Lt. Gregg Arthur Atlas - Engine Co, 10 Firefighter Paul Pansini - Engine Co 10 Firefighter Jeffery Olsen - Engine Co 10 Ret. Captain James Corrigan - Ladder Co 10 Firefighter Sean Tallon - Ladder Co 10 Lt Stephen Harrell - Battalion 7, covering Ladder 10 As you look at the cover it's noteworthy to point out that Ryan Carll took artistic license in creating the Firefighter. Look closely at the shield on his helmet and you will notice that this work of art salutes not only the 6 from Ladder 10 but the 337 other Firefighters who made the Supreme sacrifice in the performance of duty, hence the 6+337 on the shield.

Our cover, provided by graphic artist Ryan Carll will be framed and presented to Ladder 10 as a respectful gift from Your Hometowne.

Photo Courtesy of www.fdnytenhouse.com

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GEEK TIP OF THE MONTH When a child is using your computer, normal safeguards and security practices may not be sufficient.

You may think that because the child is only playing a game, or researching a term paper, or typing a homework assignment, he or she can't cause any harm. But what if, when saving her paper, the child deletes a necessary program file? Or what if she unintentionally visits a malicious web page that infects your computer with a virus? These are just two possible scenarios.

Online predators present another significant threat, particularly to children. Because the nature of the internet is so anonymous, it is easy for people to misrepresent themselves and manipulate or trick other users. Adults often fall victim to these ploys, and children, who are usually much more open and trusting, are even easier targets. Another growing problem is cyberbullying. These threats are even greater if a child has access to email or instant messaging programs, visits chat rooms, and/or uses social networking sites.

WHAT CAN YOU DO? Be involved Keep your computer in an open area Set rules and warn about dangers Monitor computer activity Keep lines of communication open Consider implementing parental controls For example, Internet Explorer allows you to restrict or allow certain websites to be viewed on your computer, and you can protect these settings with a password. To find those options, click Tools on your menu bar, select Internet Options, choose the Content tab, and click the Enable... button under Content.

Cheap Geek offers Complete Computer Sales and Service.

Remember to check our prices first for new or used computer sales and repairs. We are a Dell Authorized Reseller. Prices starting at $399 for Dell desktops with a 1yr warranty!

As always, Safe computing until next time.

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Answers from Crossword Puzzle on page 28

It is the summer's great last heat, It is the fall's first chill:They meet.

–Sarah Morgan Bryan Piatt

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NEW MENU! Everything is Fresh and Made to Order The patio is open with full service on Friday nights Buy a pitcher of beer and get a selected appetizer at 1/2 price!

Dinner Special • Feed 4 for $19.99 Large Salad • 1 Dozen Wings/Regular or Boneless PLUS an 8 Cut Cheese Pizza

Build Your Own Pasta Dish starting at $9.99 Friday Fish Specials • Weekly Dinner Specials BREAKFAST • LUNCH • DINNER • FULL SERVICE BAR CATERING • PRIVATE PARTIES

377-2041

216 Mohawk Avenue, Scotia 12302 • Mon-Sat 7am-9pm Closed on Sunday, Breakfast to return in September

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FALL HOURS Mon-Fri 7am-8pm Sat. 8-am-8pm • Sun Closed

SOFT ICE CREAM UNTIL NOVEMBER 1ST Try our homemade soups, made daily...

Lunch & Breakfast specials everyday!

Customized Retaining Walls • Walkways and Patios Landscape Design and Installation • Fall Cleanups Sprinkler Systems • Night Lighting • Hydro-Seeding Family owned and operated by Kerby & Cindy Loukes for 25 years

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"The breezes taste of apple peel.The air is full of smells to feel ripe fruit, old footballs, burning brush, new books, erasers, chalk, and such.

The bee, his hive, well-honeyed hum, and Mother cuts chrysanthemums.

Like plates washed clean with suds, the days are polished with a morning haze."

- John Updike, September

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