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Along with changing colors in the trees, apple picking and cider donuts, the other things popping up around us this time of year are political signs. Local upcoming elections are as granular as you can get when it comes to how your vote can personally affect your community. These elections naturally have lower turn out then the big national elections. That doesn’t mean they aren’t important. With the pandemic and naturally lower turn out, it’s important to learn who these people are, what they believe in, and where you can put your support. It’s a tough business being in these positions and the amount of work that goes into running your town, or county. But it is very important for how your local government really works! You’ll see stories in our pages, ads, and voting information. Please take advantage of this and do your part and vote! Outside of politics, this is my favorite time of year. Cooler weather (even though we had a lot of that this year), our own leaf peeping, college football, and yes another donut comment for myself and my youngest daughter. Who doesn’t love cider donuts? We are all starting to think about buttoning up for the winter. Getting lawns ready, houses ready, wood for fireplaces. Some aren’t as fun, but all things that need to be accomplished. You can always find those local companies that help you take care of these things in our pages. I wish I could do all of it before the snow flies, but I find my help with our advertising partners to make sure we’re ready for winter. I’ll try to keep the ‘w’ word out of my letters as long as possible. Enjoy this time of year! It’s one of the biggest differentiators of upstate New York to the rest of the state, and even other parts of the northeast. Do those hikes and fun activities in the next month or so to enjoy as much as possible! Stay safe, and help your neighbors as much as you can! Sincerely,
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CLIFTON PARK - Melissa Grattan spent months grocery shopping for a woman she has never met. Grattan was one of more than 175 volunteers in town who stepped up at the start of the COVID crisis last year. Some of them delivered hot meals from Ravenswood, which donated hundreds of meals over the course of the shutdown. One person set up nearly 1,000 vaccine appointments for people who didn’t have computers or couldn’t navigate the various vaccine websites. Others drove people to get vaccinated. They were all honored at an event
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Champlain Canal Tour SARATOGA COUNTY Come walk in the foot and hoof prints of the canallers and mules who worked the Champlain Canal in Waterford! The canal, in operation from 1823 to 1918, made Waterford an important transportation hub for almost a century. The Saratoga County History Roundtable is sponsoring this one-mile walking tour on Friday, October 1 at 2 PM. The tour will be led by Waterford Town Historian Russ VanDervoort who will share the stories of the trials and tribulations of
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Van Schaick Mansion Open House
Diabetes Support Group Online
COHOES - Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 17 Open house from 1-4 p.m. Tours will be available for a suggested donation of $5, Military families free. The historic Van Schaick Mansion is located at 1 Van Schaick Avenue in Cohoes. See us on Facebook and on the web at Vanschaickmansion.org
SARATOGA COUNTY - Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will host an informal support group via Zoom for people with diabetes or prediabetes. The program will meet the first Friday of each month, the next meeting is October 1 at noon.
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THE HONEST HANDYMAN Father/Son Team. All phases of home repair. Painting, snow removal, electrical, plumbing, etc. Remodeling. Fully ins. Free est. Over 25 years exp. (518) 381-0176 THE RELIABLE HANDYMAN A perfectionist. No job too small. All phases of home repair. Free est. I will show up! Call Joe (518) 261-0265 TOPSOIL, STONE, MULCH Free delivery shale, sand, fill, dirt, gravel, colored stone, natural & colored mulch. Installation & hauling avail. (518) 339-3369 TREE & STUMP REMOVAL Brush hogging available. Free Estimates. Fully insured. Call Ray at N & R Tree and Property Services (518) 573-1133 UNSEASONED FIREWOOD 7 (+/-) cord load, cut, split & delivered. $1260. Call for area discount. Smaller loads avail. 518-692-2109
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Contact Diane Whitten at 518-885-8995, or dwhitten@ cornell.edu for more information. There is no fee for the support group. Topics will vary and may be based on the interest of the group. Register in advance for this meeting at: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/ tJcrcumprTgsHdTnnFQhaAk3DmT35kxzTfzR
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CSA First Annual Car Show at Siena College
LOUDONVILLE - Sunday, Oct. 3, 10am-2pm (Rain Date TBD) - 515 Loudon Road, Loudonville, NY. Awarding 30 trophies in total - 25 of which are favorites and the remaining 5 are specialty picks. Dash plaques to the first 100 cars with a DJ spinning the tunes. Enjoy the beautiful Siena campus setting. Open to all cars and trucks. Registration $15.00 day of the show. More information at: http:// www.capitalcarshows. com/2021Siena.html
Brunswick Grange Tailgate Sale
SCHAGHTICOKE - On Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021 Brunswick Grange will hold their Annual Fall Agricultural Tailgate Sale at the Schaghticoke Fairgrounds, Rt. 67 & 40, Schaghticoke, NY. From 7:30am.-12:30pm.More than 50 vendors will have various varieties of chickens, ducks, geese, pigeons, veggies, plants & other agricultural animals. Absolutely no dogs, cats, puppys or kittens will be allowed for sale. A donation of $15.00/Vendor will be charged at the gate. Spectators free. Masks maybe required and there will be food vendors on the grounds. Event will be held rain or shine. For more information please call 518-279-9113.
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CAPITAL DISTRICT - As Annual fund raising project by Rotary Club, very popular, new, coupon book (SAVE AROUND) is available for your saving of lots of money. It’s ready to be used from now until the end of 2022. It includes savings at fine and casual restaurants, Department stores, services, groceries,travels,etc. Savings at numerous other states also included. Great gift for
your friends/families. Cost is still only $25. To get your copies call 518-878-0883 now.
Volunteer Piano Accompanist Needed
CLIFTON PARK Thursday Mornings beginning September 9, 2021, 10:00-11:25. Shenendehowa Senior Chorus, Shenendehowa Senior Center. Contact Lorraine Janack 518-885-1570.
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club 3D Bow Shooting Course
VICTORY - Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club will host a 3D Bow shooting course, on our new course Saturday, October 2 from 10AM – 2PM. Open to the public, all are welcome novice to expert, bring your own bow and equipment ( No Crossbows) . This is a great time to introduce youth to the sport. Cost is $5.00 per course. There will be available for purchase Hot dogs, Burgers, Soda and Water. We are located at 123 Route 32, Schuylerville, NY 12871 ( Look for our Sign).
Adirondack Fiddlers
SCHUYLERVILLE New style and Old Tyme Fiddling. Sunday, October 10th 1:00 pm to 4:30. American Legion Hall, Clancy St. Schuylerville. All fiddlers and musicians young and old, public welcome. Round and square dancing. Food available. For more information call (518) 274-6817.
Saratoga Automobile Museum Corvette Car Show SARATOGA SPRINGS Join us for a Corvette Car Show on Sunday, October 3, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Vehicle pre-registration is $15 per car and day of registration is $20 per car (includes two admissions to the museum the day of
the car show). The show will feature a Peoples Choice Award. We’ll also have the High Noon food truck here! This event is free for spectators to enjoy these beautiful cars! Contact Megan Hennessey at (518) 401-5185 or megan@ saratogaautomuseum.org
Capital District Chapter Columbiettes Meeting
Shen Rowing Has a Successful First Regatta FISH CREEK, NY - On Saturday, September 25, the Shen Rowing team participated in the Tail of the Fish Regatta hosted by Saratoga Rowing. It was a beautiful day for the regatta once the fog lifted. The course was 3,000 meters and was “u-shaped” with rowers starting at the bridge across from the 550 Waterfront Restaurant and rowing towards the Friendship Bridge where they turned around and rowed back. Although Tail of the Fish is typically a very large travel regatta, this year it was held as a local regatta with Burnt Hills, Emma Willard, Shaker, Saratoga, Shenendehowa, Niskayuna, and the Mohawk Homeschool teams participating. Shen placed second in the Varsity Boys Double race with a time of 11:49. Shen’s Freshman Boys Quad also placed second with a time of 14:24. The Varsity Boys Quad placed third with a time of 11:14. Shen’s Varsity Boys Single finished the day in third place with a time of 13:46.
COHOES - On Sunday, October 3rd, 2021, at 1:30 p.m. there will be a Capital District Chapter Columbiettes meeting at the Cohoes Council Knights of Columbus, 255 Remsen St., Cohoes, N.Y. 12047 (Directions; I 787 North to the Columbia Street exit take left, West to Remsen St. left the Council Hall is on the left Parking available). Capital District Chapter President, Linda Cotch will preside. *There will be no refreshments served.
Spotlighter’s Theatre Troupe Auditions
MALTA - Malta Spotlighter’s Theatre Troupe announces auditions for a December 2021 production of WILLY WONKA TYA, presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). Auditions are by appointment only: Monday, October 4 or Wednesday, October 6. Looking for actors, singers and dancers age 7+ through adult. Contact Elyse Young, Artistic Director at theater@ malta-town.org or (518) 899-4411 x305 to schedule your appointment or for additional questions. This production is produced through a grant from GLOBAL FOUNDRIES/ Town of Malta Foundation, Inc. Additional sponsors to date include: Adirondack Trust Company, Stewart’s Shops, Ballston Spa National Bank, Levine & Levine.
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Golf Tournament for the Benefit of NF2Biosolutions CAPITAL DISTRICT - Wednesday, October 20, 2021. Schuyler Meadows Country Club, 17 Schuyler Meadows Road, Loudonville, NY 12211. 518-785-8558. Neurofibromatosis 2 is a neurological disease in which tumors form on the nerves of the central nervous system and peripheral nerves throughout the body. The tumors can do significant damage. Surgery is the only treatment which can reduce the tumors, but surgery can cause serious collateral damage. NF2Biosolutions was formed to support research to find treatment options. NF2Biosolutions is a 501(c)(3) charity. Contributions are tax deductible. Registration is $200/golfer. Schedule: 8:00 AM Registration; 9:00 AM Shotgun start – scramble; 1:00 PM Awards luncheon. Ultimate sponsorships (There will only be one sponsor in each of these categories and sponsors may distribute products at breakfast, lunch and/or on the course.) Golf Sponsor - $10,000 - Sponsor the golfing portion of the outing and receive greens fee, cart, lunch for four; extensive on-course signage; special recognition in program; and recognition at the breakfast and luncheon. Lunch Sponsor - $5,000 - Includes greens fee, cart and lunch for four; on-course signage; special recognition in program; and additional recognition at the breakfast and luncheon. Prizes Sponsor - $5,000 - Includes greens fee, cart and lunch for two; on-course signage; special recognition in program; and additional recognition at the breakfast and luncheon. Breakfast Sponsor - $3,000 - Includes greens fee, cart and lunch for two; on-course signage; special recognition
HOROSCOPE
Week Of October 3, 2021 ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, be gentle with your approach this week as you look to persuade someone. You don’t want to scare anyone away by being too flashy or forward. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 This is a great time to go out and try to grab yourself a bargain, Taurus. Head to a thrift store or garage sale, or even test your negotiation skills at a car dealership. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, situations that have slowly been building will finally come to a head this week. A resolution will be better than the roller coaster you have been on recently. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you may have little motivation this week. One or two days of relaxation could be just what you need to recharge. Expect to reemerge full of renewed vigor. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, issues involving your finances take center stage. It is time to do some long-term financial planning and get all of your ducks in a row. Ask for
assistance if you need it. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, someone may be trying to slow you down, and you’re not having any of it. Keep yourself busy at all times this week and assess your priorities. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, concentrate on a creative project that you have been pondering for some time now. Explore your imagination and don’t hesitate to utilize it. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, a little homework can help your cause as you seek to persuade others to see things from your perspective. Some credibility can go a long way. SAGITTARIUS Nov 23/Dec 21 This may be a very expensive week for you, Sagittarius. You’re finishing up on projects around the house and may enjoy a weekend getaway to a spa or resort. CAPRICORN Dec 22/Jan 20 Try to connect with people on a deeper level this week, Capricorn. You can then strengthen your friendships and get to know one another
in program; and additional recognition at the breakfast and luncheon. Additional Sponsorship Opportunities - (multiple sponsorships available in these categories) Chairman Emeritus$1,000 - Includes greens fee, cart and lunch for four; multiple on-course signage; recognition in program; introduction at awards luncheon. Chairman of the Board Level- $600 - Includes lunch for two; introduction at awards dinner; oncourse signage; recognition in program (full page advertisement- 5”x7”). Chief Executive Officer Level-$250 - Sponsor of golf carts. Includes on-course signage and recognition on golf carts; 1/2-page (3.5”x4.5”) advertisement in program. Tee Box Sponsor - $150 Signage at a tee box; listing in the program. Flag Sponsor - $100 Name on flag; listing in the program. President Level- $75 even better. AQUARIUS Jan 21/Feb 18 Spend some time alone where you can center and concentrate on the bigger picture, Aquarius. You may have to make a few adjustments to an existing plan. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, take action so others know you are dependable. This may pertain to work or assisting a friend with a task that needs completion. FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS OCTOBER 3 Gwen Stefani, Singer (52) OCTOBER 4 Melissa Benoist, Actress (33) OCTOBER 5 Jessie Eisenberg, Actor (38) OCTOBER 6 Jordan Matter, Photographer (55) OCTOBER 7 Lewis Capaldi, Singer (25) OCTOBER 8 Nick Cannon, TV Host (41) OCTOBER 9 Bella Hadid, Model (25)
Name displayed on sponsors listing on-course and in program. Vice President Level $50 - Name displayed on sponsors listing on-course and in program. To reserve a sponsorship email: Vito Grasso at Vgrasso1@nycap.rr.com
Local Art Show and Fundraiser Showcases Patients and Caregivers SARATOGA SPRINGS - Tickets are now available to this year’s “Art with Heart & Hope” at Universal Preservation Hall. Now in its third year, “Art with Heart & Hope” is a pop-up exhibition, fundraiser, and celebration of patients and caregivers who channel complex feelings into expressive creations, using their craft to cope with the many challenges of life with illness or disability.
“Art with Heart & Hope” combines the healing power of art with the equally powerful component of storytelling. Works are displayed alongside written statements from the artists, who share the ways art helps them move beyond their personal battles with illness or disability. It is an evening full of inspiration, awareness, and community partnered with food, drink, live music, and lots of exciting raffles. This year’s major sponsors include Fingerpaint, Times Union, and Vanahian & Associates Financial Planning Inc. The event will take place on Thursday, October 28, 2021 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM at the newly renovated Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs. Tickets can be purchased online at BeyondMyBattle.org/tickets for $48 or at the door for $50. All proceeds benefit Beyond My Battle, a Saratoga-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit helping people reduce the stress of serious illness, rare disease, and disability. To learn more about BMB, visit BeyondMyBattle.org.
Shen Rowing Disney Vacation Fundraiser CAPITAL DISTRICT - Is your family interested in going to Disney World during February School Break (February 19 - 26, 2022)? The Shen Rowing team is having an online auction to win a 7-night stay at Disney World’s Animal Kingdom Resort, Kidani Village. The package includes a 2-bedroom Savanna View Room which sleeps 9 people. Travel to Disney World is not included. The winning bid will be selected on October 31, 2021. If you want to find out more, please visit our website: www. shenendehowarowing.org
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281 State Street, Albany
PHOTOS BY ROBERT KRISTEL / PRODUCTION HOUSE STUDIOS
The mansion was built as a single family home in 1880. It was designed by architects Ogden and Wright.
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his week’s house is a brownstone mansion in Center Square, built in 1880 as a single-family home and currently used as a bed-and-breakfast. It is 8,487 square feet and has 10 rooms set up as bedrooms. The current owner was restoring the property, but has decided to sell it instead and recently dropped the price by $100,000. The bedrooms could be converted to apartments. Highlights include flamboyant wrought iron railings installed in 1896; a gorgeous carved staircase, inlaid wood floors and impressive mouldings, LEIGH chandeliers and marble HORNBECK staircases throughout the HOUSE OF building. THE WEEK Parking for 10-plus vehicles in the back. Taxes: $21,352. List price: $699,000. Contact listing agent Colin McDonald with McDonald Real Estate Company at 518-505-4977.
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From top: One of 10 rooms in the current bed-andbreakfast setup; the grand front staircase; a third-floor sitting area. At far left, an example of the marble fireplaces and impressive windows found throughout the house.
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Ch. 60 Korean War Veterans’ Assoc. October Meeting
include a small engine display, chair lift rides, and a craft show. Twenty five trophies awarded with specialty picks. Car registration is $15. See event link for details. http:// www.capitalcarshows. com/MapleSki.html
CAPITAL DISTRICT - The Oct. meeting of Ch. 60 Korean War Veterans’ Assoc. will be held at 1:30 on Thurs., Oct. 7th, at the VFW home in Saratoga Sprs. Best directions are to take the Arterial North of Saratoga, then take a right on Veterans’ Way. At the bottom of the hill, take a left and the home is on the right. Veterans who served in the Korean War or in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, friends and relatives are all invited to attend. For further information or an application to join the organization, please contact Comm. Paul O’Keefe at 518-6034186.
Saratoga Automobile Museum Screening New James Bond Film SARATOGA SPRINGS -Join the us for an early screening of the new James Bond film, No Time To Die on Thursday, October 7 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $14 and includes admission (per person) and will be handed out at Bow Tie Cinema the evening of the event. The private screening will be shown in Theater 3. The event will be at Bow Tie Cinemas 11 & BTX on 19 Railroad Place in Saratoga Springs. For more information contact Megan Hennessey at (518) 401-5185 or via email at megan@saratogaautomuseum.org
Car Show & Festival at Maple Ski Ridge SCHENECTADY - Saturday, October 9, 2021 (rain or shine) 9:00 - 3:00. 2725 Mariaville Road, Schenectady, NY. So much more than a car show. Enjoy your interest in cars while other members of your family enjoy different festival events. Activities
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club VICTORY - The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club invites all to join us at our Monthly Breakfast on Sunday October 10, 2021 starting at 8:00am11:00am. Menu: Eggs cooked to order, Bacon, Sausage, Toast (White or Wheat), Pancakes (Regular, Blueberry, Buckwheat, Apple Cinnamon), French Toast, Home Fries, Orange Juice, Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate. Cost: $10.00 Adult, $5.00 Child. Everyone will be welcome to join us. 518-695-3917.
Genealogy Day via Zoom SARATOGA COUNTY - Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will offer a
series of 4 genealogy talks in one day, Saturday, Oct. 16, featuring certified genealogist Margaret R. Fortier. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Lost in Translation: Deciphering Foreign Names, Places and Documents; 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. Bay State (Massachusetts) Bonanza: Four Centuries of Vital Records; 1 to 2 p.m. An Identity Case Study; 2:15 to 3:15 p.m. French-Canadian Genealogy. Margaret is a Board-certified genealogical researcher, writer, and lecturer. She specializes in French-Canadian and Italian-American research in New England. The cost of the conference is $15 for HH members and $25 for non-members. The $25 will include HH membership for 14 months. Members have access to the free monthly meeting programs, receive the bi-monthly newsletters that often include unpublished local records, and can share their family search names in a listing distributed annually. To receive a registration form and zoom link, call Ginny
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Town of Clifton Park - Things That Go Bump in the Night CLIFTON PARK - Guided Nature Walk - Use your Night Vision! 2021 Theme: “Animal Survivors Edition!” Saturday, October 16, 2021, 5:30-7:30pm. Veterans Memorial Park, Elks Trail, off of MacElroy Road. Family friendly, interactive nature stations. 1/2 mile guided stroll. Kelsi Clark & Enviro. Educ. Nature Experts. Animal Displays. Be prepared: dress warmly, bring a flashlight and activate all your senses. Sponsors: Town of Clifton Park Open Space, Trails & Riverfront Committee and the Town of Clifton Park. Please register online: www. cliftonpark.org
St. Luke’s on the Hill - 10th Annual Outdoor Craft Fair MECHANICVILLE Saturday Oct 16, 2021.
9am - 3pm. 40 McBride Road, Mechanicville, NY 12118, Town of Halfmoonoff Pruyn Hill Road (RAIN OR SHINE. CDC guidelines will be followed. Admission is free and lots of parking. Donate non perishable food items for one free basket raffle ticket per person. Crafters (Hand Crafted only) call St.luke’s For Booth Rental 518-664-4834 - stlukesonthehill@biznycap. rr.com
Vendors Wanted, for Our Craft Fair! LATHAM - On Saturday, October 16th 2021, from 9 am to 3:30 pm at the Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus Council at 328 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110. The Latham-Colonie Columbiettes are your hosts for this event, we are looking forward to seeing everyone again! Vendor space; Indoor displays with additional space outside on the grounds, both open and
covered. For Rates and further information; www. lathamcoloniekofc.com/ dinners&events, or email klmajer@outlook.com or 518-783-0672.
Capital Region Veterans Memorial Project Chicken BBQ GLENVILLE - The Capital Region Veterans Memorial Project will be having a Fundraising Chicken BBQ on Friday, October 22nd from 4:30-6:30 at the Rexford Firehouse Rt. 146 in Glenville. 1/2 Chicken, Potato, Coleslaw, Roll and Dessert for $13 pp (take out only). You can preorder on our website: Capitalregionveteransmemorial.org Or call Mary at 518-495-2524.
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