“While sitting in a waiting room with other veterans at the Stratton Veterans Affairs Medical Center (in Albany) I would feel guilty,” Thomas recalled. “I had my service dog, Boots, with me, but the other veterans, including amputees, didn’t have one. They also could benefit from a service dog.” Service dogs do more than just help physically disabled veterans, Barr said. Service dogs can preventVeteranssuicides.have a 50 percent higher risk of suicides compared to civilians who never have served in the military, according to the Department of Veterans Affairs. Since 2001, more than 114,000 veterans have died by suicide, as many as 22 veterans each day. “The cost for a service dog is prohibitive for a veteran,” Barr said. “These service dogs help physically disabled veterans, including those with amputations, and do prevent suicides. Service dogs also give the veterans an increased quality of life.”Itcosts up to $50,000 to train a service dog for a veteran.“Ourgoal through Doggie Paddle for Veterans is to bridge the gap to make sure veterans get the help they need with a service dog,” Thomas said. The Rotary Club also is sponsoring a dinner cruise on the Hudson River on the Dutch Apple from Quay Street, Albany, at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 26. Proceeds will benefit veterans in need of service dogs through The Rotary Club Foundation. Cost is $40. To make a cruise reservation, call 518- 2651500 or sign up online at
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Animal Wellness Action’s Marty Irby said that more needs to be done, mainly to ban Lasix as a performance enhancement drug, which he said weakens horses’ bones. It was supposed to be banned, but implementation has been delayed. “At this stage in the game, and after some of the discussions I had in Saratoga, I’m not certain we will soon see the end of Lasix, and if Lasix isn’t banned across the board, then we could very well see activists in states like California — where ballot measures are very common — attempt to ban horse racing itself,” IrbyNYRAsaid. spokesman Patrick McKenna has always maintained the Saratoga track is among the safest and that 99.9 percent of horses competed at in 2022 without incident. He also said of the 417 races that featured 3,200 horses in Saratoga this year, only “three horses suffered catastrophic injuries during racing.” On the training side, he said, there were roughly 9,000 timed workouts.
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Jimmy Thomas of Ballston Spa, an Army veteran, needs help from people and businesses as he is about to launch two missions with an objective of helping disabled veterans.Thomas, who has a seizure disorder and other medical issues, will launch his more than 4,000-mile round trip to Key West, Fla. At 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, he will begin the Doggie Paddle for Veterans journey from Maalwyck Park, during the Glenville Oktoberfest. He’ll return by bike. He will paddle on the Mohawk and Hudson rivers to New York Harbor, along the Atlantic Coast and the Intracoastal Waterway to Florida. Thomas, who recently lost his service dog Boots to cancer, says he will embark on the trek backed by the Glenville Rotary Club and the Rotary Club Foundation to raise money and awareness of the need for service dogs for veterans. “Jimmy Thomas knows both the benefits and care a service dog can provide,” said Ginny Barr of Scotia, a Glenville Rotary Club member who is helping organize the Doggie Paddle for Veterans journey and fundraisers. “His loyal golden retriever named Boots had changed his life forever. We’re raising money and awareness for veterans in need of a serviceThomasdog.”says he’s dedicating the journey to Boots. He said the service dog had helped him maintain a good quality of life and prevent seizures.
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SARATOGA SPRINGS — The last day of racing at Saratoga Race Course may have been gloomy, but the meet once again finished its 40 days in the winner’s circle. New York Racing Association reported that the meet, which ended on Monday, broke its all-sources wagering handle for the third time in the last four years and its paid attendance pushed past 1 million fans for the seventh consecutive year (excluding 2020 when fans were banned due to the COVID-19 pandemic). Moreover, the track is boasting its largest audience on FOX Sports. “This summer’s record handle, incredibly strong attendance, and the highest ever viewership of ‘Saratoga Live’ on FOX Sports demonstrate the enduring and expanding appeal of Saratoga Race Course,” NYRA President & CEO Dave O’Rourke said. “NYRA extends our thanks and appreciation to the millions of fans who visited Saratoga this summer or watched and wagered from home. We thank our owners, trainers and backstretch community for their dedication and commitment to the horses that make it all possible summer after summer here at the Spa.” Track officials said that Saratoga Race Course saw 1,075,586 in paid attendees, a figure that includes season ticket holders who might not show up every race day. Compared to last year, about 29,000 more fans showed up in NYRA2022.officials also said that the 153rd running of the Runhappy Travers Stakes pulled in a $55.6 million handle and 49,762 paying customers.Theoverall handle for 2022 was $878,211,963, a $62,700 jump from 2021, which came in at $815,508,063. This translated into a healthy atmosphere for city retailers and restaurants “Clearly, the Saratoga Race Course is an extraordinary engine for economic growth in our community and the region as well, and this year that was as true as ever,” Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce President Todd Shimkus said. “We experienced a summer without fans at the race course in 2020, and saw the devastation that caused particularly in our hospitality sector and our locally owned shops and restaurants. This year suggests we’re experiencing a renaissance for the popularity of this sport and the oldest sporting venue in the U.S. This is truly an exciting time to be in Saratoga and I hope the best is yet to come.”
BALLSTON SPA - The Saratoga County History Center is pleased to sponsor a presentation on the Civil War letters of Saratoga County resident, Alonzo Bump, by David Handy, author of the recently released book Theas Few Lines: The Civil War Letters of Private Alonzo D. Bump, 77th New York State Voluntary Infantry on Thursday, September 26 at 7 pm at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa. The letters, compiled in part from the collection of the History Center at Brookside Museum, provides a rich account of the experience of an upstate New Yorker who left home to fight for the Union during the American Civil War. Alonzo D. Bump lived in the thriving cotton mill community at Victory, the home of the Saratoga Victory Manufacturing Company where he was employed as a weaver. With the desire to, “go down to see the world,” Alonzo left behind his wife Mary and his threeyear-old daughter Mattie. Private Bump’s letters were primarily written to Mary, though a few were directed to his mother-in-law,mother,andhis two
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Darryl Leggieri, president of Discover Saratoga, said that hotel occupancy was “flat to slightly up.”
“The leisure market within driving distance proved to be the main driver, and group business helped to fill in midweek occupancy,” Leggieri said. “There was confidence to travel with COVID numbers being significantly down compared to last year. Leisure travel is anchored by many of our major attractions” including the track, which is estimated to have a $240 million economic impact on the Capital Region every summer. While NYRA and businesses tout the popularity of the sport and its economic impacts, animal advocates spotlight the darker side of racing, mainly the horse deaths. During the 2022 meet and spring shoulder season, 12 horses died while training or racing, the state Gaming Commission website noted. One, Union of Thoughts, was euthanized on the track Sunday after sufferinging a leg injury during training. Seven of those deaths occurred as a result of training and three were due to race injuries, while two were attributed to other causes such as chronic conditions. Early August was the deadliest, with five horses dying between Aug. 6 and 11. The dozen deaths is about average with the number of deaths between 2009 to 2022, running from a low of 9 (2011 and 2013) to a high of 21 (2017 and 2020).
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Jimmy Thomas, 61, of Ballston Spa, is an Army veteran raising funds to get needy veterans service dogs through a 4,000-mile kayak and bicycling trip to Key West, Florida and back. see VET 10
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JAMES FRANCO / SPECIAL TO THE TIMES UNION Tony and Carson Gambaro play “Call to Post” on Monday, the last day of thoroughbred racing at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs.
Jeanne Darrell remained in Nebraska, where she died on June 27, 2018. She wasGuild93. died in 2003, Tulley in 2006 and Ifshin in 2017. Barrett, the last surviving member of the Maybe’s crew, died in 2019. Ben Appleby, a British expatriate teacher living in Northern Italy, led an effort in 2014 to have a memorial to Remmel and Speer placed near where the Maybe crashed. The same year the memorial was dedicated, Appleby co-authored a book on the Maybe’s final flight. Chris Carola is a former Albany-based Associated Press reporter who lives in Saratoga Springs. He can be reached at ccarola@ nycap.rr.com
Franklin listed her as his next of kin with an address in Palmer, a neighborhood in OnCorinth.Feb.24, 1945, Jeanne received a Western Union telegram from the Pentagon informing her that her husband had been reported “missing in action since Six February over Italy.” A day earlier, Franklin had written a postcard, addressed to his parents in Corinth, from a stalag in Nuremberg, Germany. “I’m as well as could be expected but of course the thought of home is very strong,” he wrote. “Maybe Jeanne will come there to stay with you now so we can all be together when I comeDarrell’shome.”POW camp was liberated by American troops in early April 1945, about a month before Germany’s surrender on May 7. On May 13, a Western Union telegram from Darrell was delivered to his parents’ home in Corinth, telling them he was “well andThesafe.”news of his liberation was announced in the May 24, 1945, edition of his mother’s hometown newspaper, the Bangor Daily News, with a photo of Darrell in uniform and a caption that listed his hometown as Palmer, N.Y. Among his surviving wartime keepsakes is his handwritten note that says he was a POW at two stalags, returned from France aboard a ship that docked in New York, then he traveled to Minnesota before he “returned with Jeanne to Corinth N.Y. on June 23, According1945.”to the 1950 census, Franklin and Jeanne were then living in Richfield, Minn., where he was employed as an aeronautical engineer.
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SCOTIA - Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 103 S. Reynolds Street, Scotia, is holding its annual German Fest on Sunday, September 18th from 11:30 to 3 pm. A German dinner is served with two wursts, German Potato Salad, sauerkraut, bread and dessert for ten dollars. Herbi Liebenhagen will be playing his accordion during this community event. Vendors and a snack bar will be set up on the church lawn. The proceeds from this event will go to SiCM food pantry and other local food ministries. Questions, contact Janice Walz at jmdwalz@ nycap.rr.com or Our Redeemer at 518 393-5031.
GREENFIELD CENTER - Saraspa Rod and Gun Club, a member owned shooting organization will be holding its 3rd annual charity event to benefit Tunnel To Towers on September 11, 2022 at the club facilities located at 170 Porter Corners Rd. Porter Corners, NY. This year will include steel challenge type and tactical 22LR shooting events. In addition to the shooting events, we will have a Tunnel to Towers donation box, raffles, food, and drinks for sale. A remembrance area has been set aside to honor all the hero’s we lost that day. Opening ceremony will take place at 9:00 AM, events will run from 9:00 till 3:00 PM. Public is welcome, there will be restrictions to certain areas. Parking is free. All proceeds will be donated to the Tunnel To Towers Foundation charity. For more information or to donate, please contact us. Email Dave or Margaret Bell orgwww.sarasparodandgun.Saraspagmail.comSaraSpaCharityEvent@at-Facebook:CharityEvent
Charity Event at Saraspa Rod and Gun Club to Benefit Tunnel To Towers
PHOTO PROVIDED BY HIS FAMILY Franklin L. Darrell Jr.
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August 31, 2022 Residents of an alpine valley in Northern Italy still hail as heroes the two American pilots of a crippled U.S. plane who crashed into the side of a mountain rather than release their bomb load onto the villages below during a World War II mission. Both pilots died, but they bought enough time for the five other crewmembers aboard their crippled B-25 Mitchell bomber to bail out. One of them, 1st Lt. Franklin Lloyd Darrell Jr., the bombardier-navigator, lived for a time during and after the war in Saratoga County, as did his injuredpathinrelativesbenearconnection.6,Finotti,DesmondCrowntionduringnicknamedtheheritageNortherntionleantheEarlierparents.thissummer,InternationalTyro-TrentinoOrganiza-ofNorthAmerica,aItalianculturalgroup,honoredcrewofthebomber“Maybe”thegroup’sconven-heldAug.4-7atthePlazaAlbany-TheHotelinColonie.ForgroupmemberIvotheeventsofFeb.1945,haveapersonalHegrewupwheretheMay-crashed,andhehaswhowerelivingtheplane’sfinalflightwhomayhavebeenorkilledifthe pilots had jettisoned the bomber’s 3,000-pound payload.“It’sall about keeping this history alive,” said Finotti, of Toronto, Canada, who gave a presentation on the Maybe’s last flight and the fate of its crewmembers, including Darrell, whose parents were living in Corinth when his plane was shot down and he became a prisoner of Franklinwar.Lloyd Darrell Jr. was born on June 29, 1921, in Kenogami, Quebec, where his father was employed as an engineer at a paper mill. Franklin Sr. was born in Brooklyn in 1889. While attending engineering school at the University of Maine in Orono, he met Elizabeth Merrill, a native of Bangor, Maine.They were married on June 10, 1916, in Bangor. The couple also had another son, Alan, and a daughter,ByBetty.1940, the Darrell family was living in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where Franklin Sr. was working at the International Paper mill. It was in Minneapolis where Franklin Jr., called Lloyd by his family, met his future wife, Jeanne Herbacek, a Chicago native. In the early 1940s, Franklin Sr. was transferred to the IP mill in Corinth, where he was assistant plant engineer. Franklin Jr. enlisted in the Army Air Forces in May 1942 after two years of studies at the University of Minnesota. He was trained as a bombardier and navigator aboard B-25s, and in between postings that took him from to Alabama to New Mexico he married Jeanne on Jan. 20, 1944, in Minneapolis.Darrell was assigned to the 447th Bomb Squadron, 321st Bomb Group, which by September 1944 was flying bomb missions against Nazi forces being driven up the Italian peninsula by Allied ground troops.OnFeb. 6, 1945, while on a bombing run in the Italian Alps, the Maybe was hit by German anti-aircraft fire. Pilot 1st Lt. Earl Remmel of Oklahoma and co-pilot 2nd Lt. Leslie Speer of Kentucky kept the plane in the air long enough for the five other crewmembers to parachute to safety before the bomber crashed into a mountain outside the village of Ronzo di Chienis. The surviving airmen –Darrell, Sgt. Silas Barrett of Connecticut, 1st Lt. Harlan Tulley of Wyoming, Tech. Sgt. Bernard Gould of Massachusetts and Tech. Sgt. Isadore Ifshin of Brooklyn – were captured by the Germans and sent to prisoner of war camps.Jeanne Darrell spent the last months of the war living at her in-laws’ home on Main Street in Corinth, a not-uncommon arrangement at a time when stateside housing for military spouses was scarce.
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Franklin III and Richard, the first two of their five children had been born by then. The elder Franklin re-enlisted in the Air Force in 1951 and spent the next 18 years in the service, retiring as a lieutenant colonel in 1969. Franklin L. Darrell Jr. was 80 when he died in Nebraska on Oct. 20, 2001.
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Chicken and Biscuit Drive Thru Dinner at the Simpson United Methodist Church ROCK CITY FALLS - Simpson United Methodist Church located at 1089 Rock City Rd., Rock City Falls, NY. Saturday, September 17th, 4:30 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Dinner includes chicken, biscuit, mashed potatoes, green beans and a cookie. Adults $12 and Children under 12 $9. Only 300 will be sold! Reserve your tickets today!! Call (518) 885-4794
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Luzerne Historical Society Presents the American Revolution in the Adirondacks
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HADLEY/LUZERNE Wednesday, September 14, 2022 - 6:30 p.m. Hadley Town Hall Speaker: Maria. D.A. Williams, Author, Blogger Local While the people of the Adirondacks tended to either be loyalists or apathetic to either side, British General Burgoyne’s ventures leading his armies down from Canada quickly changed all that in 1777. In an effort to capture what we now know as New York State, Burgoyne’s defeat at Saratoga followed the series of raids throughout the region to interrupt supply lines and terrorize the people of the local community. These wilderness raids are the focus of Ms. Williams studies. She will reveal the gumption local populations had to defend their rights and freedoms.
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Our Redeemer Lutheran Church Hosts its Annual German Dinner
SARATOGA COUNTYThe 25th Annual “Autumn Jewels” juried Art Show will be held at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center from Oct. 3Nov.1, 2022 . This show is sponsored by Southern Saratoga Art Society and is open to all area artists. Entries will be judged and prizes awarded in both the fine arts and photography. Entries must be received by September 19, 2022 An award reception for all artists, families and friends will be held on Monday, October 24, 6:30 p.m., at the Senior Center. For rules, entry fees, entry forms and where to mail your entry, please book.comsouthernsaratogaartist.visit:orvisitusonFace-
String Quartets to Perform at the Saratoga MethodistUnitedChurch SARATOGA - Musicians new to the Saratoga Chamber Players - Lily Holgate, violin; and Annabelle Hoffman, cello will join violinist Jill Levy and violist Kathy Andrew for a program of string quartets at the Saratoga United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Avenue; Saratoga Springs - 3 pm on September 11. They will perform works of Haydn, Janacek, andTicketsBeethoven.forthe concert are Adult, $30; Senior, $25 Student, $20. For more information on the musicians or to purchase tickets, visit orgsaratogachamberplayers.www.
CORINTH - The TriTown Seniors Group will be meeting, September 14, 2022 at the Corinth Grange #823, 351 Main Street, Corinth, NY. The building will be open at 4PM with Pot Luck at 5PM and meeting at 6PM. We will be signing up for our October 11, 2022 trip on the Lake George Steamboat Co, Lac du Saint Sacrement for the Luncheon Cruise. A bus will be available or you may drive yourselves. This is the last trip of the season.
New Style and Old Tyme Fiddling
Southern Saratoga Art Society
Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge 161 Hosts a Roast Pork Dinner CurbsideforPick Up
Curtis Lumber’s Car and Truck Show 2022
SARATOGA COUNTY - Artists and members of SSAS are exhibiting throughout the area. The Town of Clifton Park Lobby, 1 Town Hall Plaza, Tel.#: 518-371-6651, Ext. 240, will feature artist Cheryl Jenks during the month of September, 2022.
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BALLSTON SPA - Saturday, September 10th from 10:00 am to 12 noon, at BARC Field, 91 Eastern Ave. Ballston Spa. Boys and girls aged 7-13 may try their luck at the goal kicking contest. For more info email 518-885-1149gmail.comdinners2619@orcallafter3.
HUDSON FALLSAdirondack Folk School has an exhibit of crafts by instructors, students and artists. The exhibit will be held in Hudson Falls through Oct. 12 and includes demonstrations by local artisans. Sandy Hill Arts Center , 214 Main Street , Hudson Falls, Saturday, Sept. 17Judy1am-4pmLloyd — materials and techniques for building a large, lit Fairy House. Saturday, Sept. 24
SCHUYLERVILLESunday, September 11th 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm. American Legion Hall, Clancy St. Schuylerville, NY All fiddlers and musicians young and old and Public welcome. Round and square dancing. Food Available.Formore information call (518) 274-6817
Tri-Town Seniors Group Meeting
The Clifton Park Senior Community Center Gallery, 6 Clifton Common Ct., Tel.#:518-383-1343, will be hosting a Group Show featuring five SSAS members during September. Artists Virginia Harrison, Barbara Hurley, Kristine Kelly, Judy Loucks and Jo Weatherwax will be exhibiting. The Mechanicville Library, 190 N. Main comsouthernsaratogaartist.SSASmoretheseand2022.ofAnupfeatureTel.#:518-664-4646,Street,willphotographer,SoodforthemonthsSeptemberandOctober,Visitthesevenuesenjoytheartworkofvariousartists.Forinformationaboutvisitourwebsite:orcheckonfacebook.
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SARATOGA - On Saturday, September 10th 2022 from 9 AM to 3 PM there will be a New York State approved Defensive Driving Class. Save 10% on your base auto insurance for the next three years & receive up to 4 points off your driving record according to New York State Department of Motor VehicleSaratogaguidelines.Springs United Methodist Church 175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs New York 12866 Fee: $35.00 per person. Bring a friend fee is $30.00 ea.Portion of fee goes to Saratoga Springs United Methodist Classiftancing,518-286-3788RayandRegistrationChurch.isrequiredcanbemadebycallingFrankoski@Aswearesocialdis-amaskisrequiredyouarenotvaccinated.sizeislimit.
WILTON - Are you interested in traversing the trails of Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park at night? View nature in a new light, or lack thereof, as we walk the trails under the full moon. An unforgettable experience for all ages! The group will cover approximately 1.5 miles of trail. This hike is scheduled for Friday September 9th beginning promptly at 8:30pm. This is a free program guided by an environmental educator. The following Moonlight Hike will take place on October 9th at 7:00pm. Registration is required. Space is limited. To register please visit our website, wiltonpreserve. org, and click on the “Public Programs” tab to access the online registration form. For more information, please contact the Preserve & Park office at 518-450-0321 or via email at org.info@wiltonpreserve.
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Ballston Spa Elks are Sponsoring a Soccer Shoot
Barbara2pm-4pmBoughton- basket weaving techniques. Saturday, Oct. 112pm- 2pm Mark Swanberry- Coppersmithing Saturday, Oct. 1Frank12:30pm-2:30pmLagace-making a journeyTherestick.willalso be a demonstration of wood turning by John Kingsley in front of the Center, in his tent. Date and time TBA.It’s possible that other demonstrations will be added.
Yaddo Garden Ghost Tours
BALLSTON SPA - September 11, 2022 - 11am3pm - Curtis Lumber Car and Truck Show 885 State Route 67 - Ballston Spa, NY 12020 All makes of cars, trucks, modified and tuners are welcome. (no-cut off years). $20 per oncomCurtisLumberCarShow.ForleashedThisfoodWTEN50/50Ravenbytrulyalike,toAssociationNortheastexoticmadeawards,craftedcustom-designed,will40+isplaque,ateredvehicleyouhighlytion$25ONLINEPRE-REGISTEREDshowvehicleORshowvehicleregistra-DAYOFSHOW.Werecommendthatpre-registeryourshowby9/7.Allregis-vehicleswithreceivefreegoodiebag,dashandgift.TheeventFREEforSpectators.awardsandtrophiesbeawarded!Gorgeoushand-wood“shifter”andtrophiesofdomesticandhardwoodsbytheWoodworkersareavailablewin.Notwoawardsareandeachawardisapieceofart!MusicDJJasonLaJueneofEvents,giveaways,raffletobenefitthePetConnection,trucks,andmore!isafunfamilyevent;petsarewelcome.fulldetailsvisitwww.orfindtheeventpageFacebook!
SARATOGA - Sunday, September 11, 2022 at Saratoga Lake Golf Course. Registration at 7:45 AM, 9 AM Shotgun start, 4 man scramble, rain or shine. Cost: $100 per golfer. To sign up or be a sponsor Call Greg White 518-530-3037 or comgregg.white826@gmail.Email
HOPE Pet Adoption Event at the Wilton Mall
WILTON - HOPE Animal Rescue will be holding an animal adoption event Saturday, September 10th from 11am to 2pm. Come join us to find your new furry friend! Most of our available dogs and cats will be there. All adoptable pets can be found on our website hopeanimalrescue.org. We are located in the Wilton Mall. Walk through Home Goods, make a right and walk straight, we are right before the Saratoga Hospital Medical Offices. Your purrfect furry friends are waiting for you!
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SARATOGA - Ghost tour drop-in tours of the Gardens at Yaddo are offered on Fridays and Sundays, from September 16 through October 30, with no tour on Sept 30, Oct 2, and Oct 7. Visitors should meet at the parking lot entrance to the garden at 4PM. Tours are $10 per person. Cash or checks only, please. Docent-led ghost tours for private groups may be arranged by contacting Yaddo via this web form, sightings.historicdo-gardens/contact/.urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.yaddo.org/yad-https://Garden-onlyghosttoursincludeinformationaboutYaddo,thegardens,andghost
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SARATOGA - The support the Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New York provides through their 22-county service area is critical for their consumers, which includes Rensselaer high school student, Kayla Beaudoin. Kayla’s mother, Jerilee, is board president of EFNENY and says, “My daughter, Kayla, had over 40 seizures before the age of one. This included many trips to the ER, stays in the PICU, 5-day EEGs and a trip to Boston Children’s hospital. We felt alone and very afraid.”
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BALLSTON SPA - The Ballston Area Senior Citizens will hold a Flea Market on Saturday, October 22 , 2022 and are looking for vendors for the event. It will be held at 310 Northline Road from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. Indoor tables will be $30, and outdoor space will be $25. For more information or a contract, please contact ballston. area.seniors2@gmail.com.
SARATOGA - Sat., September 10 - 1:00pm-4:00pm 69 Beekman Street, Saratoga Springs, NY
CAPITAL DISTRICT - Thanks to the communities’ support, Albany’s The Murray Group has officially awarded a $10,000 donation to Albany’s Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) a local organization dedicated to curing leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease, and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and theirThefamilies$10,000 donation would benefit the Albany Light the Night Walk in October to help further cancer research, provide support to local cancer patients and fund LLS’s recent Children’s Initiative for new treatments. Bridget Murray, Vice President of Murray’s Insurance Group, originally received a $5,000 donation for LLS thanks to a submission process with Liberty Mutual® and Safeco Insurance® through their 2022 Make More Happen™ Awards. A story of their local partnership was featured on the official Make More Happen toapplicationAgenciesnonprofitsandforance®metnonprofit.$5,000Murraywww.agentgiving.com/The-Murray-Group,microsite,whereTheGrouphadtheopportunitytoraiseanadditionalbyconductingalocalawarenesscampaignfortheTogetherwiththecommunity,thegoalwasincreasingthetotaldonationto$10,000forLLS!Throughout2022,LibertyMutual®andSafecoInsur-willselectupto37independentagentsnationwideaMakeMoreHappenAwardandLibertyMutual®SafecoInsurance®willdonateupto$370,000tothesupportedbyindependentinsuranceagents.becameeligiblefortheawardbysubmittinganandphotosdemonstratingtheircommitmentaspecificnonprofit.
MALTA - Join us for a day of FREE Family Fun at the 33rd Annual Malta Community Day Saturday, September 10 - 10 am-3pm Shenentaha Creek Park, 376 East line Road, Malta NY Obstacle course, reptile adventure, balloon twisting, food, horse drawn wagon rides, fire trucks, robotics demonstrations, vendors, face painter, musical entertainment. Rensselaer High School Student Serves as Walk Ambassador for Annual Walk to END EPILEPSY®
Finally, in 2008, Jerilee found the support they needed with the Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New York (EFNENY).TheEpilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New York is excited to offer a fun way to get some fresh air AND help a good cause with their Walk to END EPILEPSY® on Sunday, September 11, 2022. The Organization chose to make this a hybrid event, so walkers can join at Saratoga Spa State Park, Arrowhead Park in Inlet, NY or wherever they choose to walk!! There’s no fee to register, and you can find the registration page as well as more information on our website www.efneny.org. For more information, call the Epilepsy Foundation at 518-456-7501 or visit our website at www.efneny.org
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BALLSTON SPA - September 24th 2022 , 9am-3pm 520 Geyser Rd, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Great for the whole family!
The Ballston Area Senior Citizens Will Hold a Flea Market
Back-2-School Jam Hosted by the Frederick Allen Elks Lodge 609
$10,000 Awarded to Albany’s Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
CHARLTON - Charlton Freehold Fall Festival is Saturday, October 1st 9am-3pm and we are looking for Artisans and Vendors. If interested please contact Angela at absnyder21@gmail.com.
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MALTA - Malta Spotlighter’s Theatre Troupe announces Auditions on Sunday, September 11 and Monday September 12 for a December production of ‘THE MUSIC MAN’ at the Malta Community Center, produced by Special Arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI) and directed by Elyse Young. Auditions are by appointment only. Auditioning kids (ages 7 and up), teen and adult actors, singers and dancers. Especially needed are singers that can sing harmony. This show will also include some featured dancers. Contact Elyse Young at theater@malta-town.org or (518) 899-4411 x305 to request an audition appointment or for additional information. Sponsors to date: Global Foundries/Town of Malta Foundation and Adirondack Trust Company.
BALLSTON - Saturday, October 22, 2022 They are also looking for vendors for the event. It will be held at 310 Northline Road from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. Indoor tables will be $30, and outdoor space will be $25. For more information or a contract, please contact ballston.area. seniors2@gmail.com.
Open layouts are not for everyone. The same sense of space that occurs when walls are taken down may make rooms feel cavernous and less cozy, particularly in homes with ample square footage. In addition, privacy can be hard to come by when all rooms feed into one another. When the kitchen is not separate from the family room space, that makes it easy for noise to compromise the area’s comfort levels. There is no hiding from noise in an open floor plan, as sounds from voices, television shows and appliances tend to echo and blend together. And if the home is a single-story layout, those noises from the main living areas also may carry to adjacent bedrooms. Smoke and smells are another thing to consider.
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When something on the stove spills over, a small range hood will not be practical for clearing smoke from a large space. Though the aroma of freshly cooked food is enticing, it can make it hard for cooks to keep guests out of the Open-conceptkitchen. homes are popular, but homeowners should weigh the pluses and minuses to see if this trend is truly right for them.
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Open-concept homes have become increasingly popular in recent years. An open-concept home is one in which the rooms flow into one another with limited obstruction from walls or other barriers. According to the National Association of Home Builders, 84 percent of new single-family homes have fully or partially open layouts. While they may seem like a new trend, open floor plans are anything but. Early theunitsoropen,homesAmericanfeaturedoftenone-two-roombuiltaroundcentralkitchen/hearth. This maximized warmth and functionality. Homes evolved as incomes grew, and soon homes had several smaller rooms with specialized functions. What’s old has become new again. However, before diving head first into a new home purchase or a big renovation to realize an open-concept dream, consider the pros and cons of this type of setup to determine if it’s really right for you.
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Open floor plans facilitate the flow of natural light throughout a space and can promote air flow, helping to reduce warm or cool pockets of air in otherwise closed-off rooms. Open homes make socializing easier, even when people are doing different things. While someone is cooking dinner in the kitchen, he or she can still interact with someone else playing video games in the family room or paying bills in the home office. Entertaining also is easier, as mingling with guests is much more convenient when walls are not getting in the way. A smaller home can feel much larger if it employs an open concept. The square footage is not divided into smaller quarters, which sometimes are rooms (such as formal dining rooms) that are only used a few times per year. This eliminates underused spaces and opens up sight lines in the layout. The value of real estate has risen dramatically since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, and prospective buyers may prefer an open-concept plan because it can help them minimize building costs.
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• Expect some fees. Most hotels charge a fee for doggy clients. A fee of $25 to $50 is pretty standard. There also may be a designated pet floor to minimize the chances that guests without pets will be forced to interact with animals.
• Speak to a vet about seasonal plants and flowers before bringing them into the home. Pet owners can speak with their veterinarians before bringing poinsettias, holly and other seasonal plants and flowers into their homes. Some pets could suffer allergic reactions if they eat certain seasonal plants, so it’s best to err on the side of caution and speak to a vet before including live plants and flowers in decorative displays. Decorating is part of the holiday season. Pet owners must exercise an extra bit of caution to keep their pets and homes safe when decorating during this special time of year. Humanist Society Presents: CAPITAL DISTRICT - We all feel it - at a beach, in a field, on a mountain top. Dr. Sonya Jakubec will share lessons from collaborative, community-engaged research and programming the importance of parks and nature for people experiencing cancer, disability, dementia, palliative care, and grief. She highlights the evidence promoting parks and parks prescribing as an intervention within the “Healthy Parks-Healthy People” and “Social Prescribing” movements. Collaboration across health and parks sectors points to practical applications, ideas for implementing parks and nature connections, and recommendations for health and nature innovations. Through rich research discoveries, practical examples, images and stories, Sonya shines the light on ways to fill your own prescription for parks and nature across theThislifespan.program will take place online, via Zoom, on Sunday, September 11th, 2022 at 1 PM EDT. Current paid CDHS members will automatically receive an invite to the meeting via e mail. ANY ONE WHO IS NOT A CURRENT PAID MEMBER of CDHS CAN ATTEND. Send an e mail request to: CDHS.Albany@gmail.com several days prior, or Log onto our Meetup page: availableAttend,ital-District-Humanist-Society/.https://www.meetup.com/Cap-ClickonJoin,thenonandusetheRSVPfunctionandthelinkwillbetoyou. If please contact Greg or for more #: 518-879-5263
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• Avoid lighting candles. Candles should not be lit in homes with pets. Even candles on shelves that are seemingly beyond pets’ reach can be hazardous, as pets, especially cats, have a way of accessing spaces they seemingly shouldn’t be able to reach. Use electric candles in lieu of traditional ones.
CORINTH - The Corinth Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will be having their Breakfast Buffet on Sunday, September 18, 2022 from 8 to 11 at the Corinth Fire House, 16 Saratoga Avenue, Corinth, NY with Parking behind the firehouse. Our menu is Scrambled Eggs, Home Fires w/Onions, Bacon, Sausage Patties, Pancakes, French Toast, Sausage Gravy w/Biscuits, Fruit, Danish, Toast, Coffee, Tea, Juice and Water. We also have Strawberry Shortcake w/ WhipDonationCream.Adults $10.00, Children under 12 $5.00, and Children under 5 Free. Enjoy a day off and let us cook your Breakfast for you.
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• Look into pet-friendly restaurants. Smarter Travel says that some hotels won’t allow a guest to keep the dog alone in the room. That means meal time can be tricky. Find restaurants nearby that allow pets. Many that have outdoor seating may enable a leashed pet to stay near the seating
Ballston Area Senior Citizens Activities BALLSTON/MILTON - BASC Inc. If you are 55+ a resident of Saratoga County. Looking to meet active seniors check out the Ballston Area Senior Citizens. Residents from surrounding communities are welcome to join. Activities and programs include Festive Dinners, Dances with live band, Bus Trips, Weekly Luncheons, Exercise classes, Chorus, Crafts, and Pickin’ sessions. Stop in the Milton Community Center any Thursday 10:00 am—11:45 am to join. Yearly, (Jan. 1—Dec. 31, 2022) membership fee is $ 10.00 to join. Visit www.ballstonmiltonseniors.com or Facebook Ballston Area Seniors.
BALLSTON SPA - The Saratoga County History Center will host a series of guided walking tours led by local historians during the summer and fall months throughout Saratoga County. The tours will be offered bi-weekly from mid-July through the end of September on various days and times. “The tours will offer a unique opportunity to interact with several historians with a deep knowledge of the history of their communities,” said Jim Richmond, tour coordinator for the History Center. “The tours are designed to explore little-known areas of Saratoga County often overlooked by both residents and visitors.” Six visits are currently scheduled. Registration for the tours can be made two weeks in advance at the History Center website https://brooksidemuseum.org/ A suggested donation of $10 per registration (individuals, couples, or families) will support the programs of the History Center or a not-for-profit organization chosen by the tour leaders.
Saturday, September 17, 10am – Vischer Ferry Historic District. John Scherer, Clifton Park Town Historian. Meet at parking area at the end of Ferry Drive, Vischer Ferry. Distance 1.5 miles. Thursday, September 29, 1 pm – The Champlain Canal, Waterford. Russ VanDervoort, Waterford Town Historian. Meet at Lock 2 Park in Waterford. Distance 1.5 Detailedmiles. information on individual visits, directions and parking will be available on the website and community event calendars prior to each visit. To accommodate walkers of all capacities, guided tours are planned over distances of 1 to 1.5 miles, mostly in flat terrain. To find out more, contact the History Center at info@ brooksidemuseum.org or 518-885-4000.
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• Tire the dog out. Exercised dogs tend to be well-behaved dogs. Make time to go on long walks, visit a dog park or engage in other activities that will make the pup tired so it’s less likely to cause problems at the Learnhotel.the ropes of traveling with a dog to increase the opportunities for having lots of fun with Fido in tow.
The holiday season is a special time of year. Many factors combine to make the holiday season so unique and festive, and that includes all the effort people put into decorating theirMuchhomes.thought is giving to holiday lighting arrangements and which tree to buy, but it’s equally important to consider pets when decorating. Many common household pets are naturally curious, and that curiosity can make it difficult to decorate safely come the holiday season. But various pet-proofing strategies can ensure holiday decorations and displays aren’t compromised by four-legged friends this season.•Secure the Christmas tree. Much like other residents of the home, pets may be mesmerized by a glowing Christmas tree. Pets may sniff around the tree or investigate it closely, which can increase the chances that it tips over. That poses a significant safety hazard and underscores the importance of using a sturdy stand. Fastening the tree to a wall, much like one might do with a television that isn’t mounted, adds a further layer of protection from tip-overs.
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• Inspect and conceal light wires. Wires can become frayed over time, and that could pique pets’ curiosity. Lighting wires should always be inspected prior to decorating and frayed or damaged wires should be thrown away, even if it means replacing lights. If wires are still sturdy, conceal them along the base of the wall using a cable concealer, which prevents pets from chewing on them.
•perimeter.Bringwater from home. When packing food, pack a few gallons of water as well, even though it can be cumbersome. Some dogs with delicate digestive systems may be upset by drinking the local water. A case of diarrhea is compounded further by having to make it into an elevator and outside the hotel in time.
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Miller’s Backyard BBQ Dinner at the Saratoga County History Center
BALLSTON SPA - The Saratoga County History Center will hold a drive-thru serving Miller’s Backyard BBQ Chicken and Pulled Pork dinners to go on Friday, September 16 from 3pm to 6pm at Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Avenue, Ballston Spa, NY. “Fundraising is important to support our mission to preserve and share the diverse histories of Saratoga County,” explains Trustee Donna Dardaris. “We are excited to work for the first time with Saratoga County-based Miller’s Backyard BBQ, who are Eight Time Grand Champions on the pro circuit.” Dinners are $15 each. Chicken dinners will include 1/2 chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, and cornbread. Pulled Pork dinners will include 1/2 lb Pulled Pork with baked potato, cornbread, and 4 oz coleslaw. In addition, cheesy and delicious Mac and Cheese sides are available for $5. This is take-out only. Please visit
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• Normal behavior may go out the window. A dog who is calm at home may be out of sorts while traveling. It’s not uncommon for a dog unphased by people at home to suddenly be anxious and bark at sounds in a hotel hallway.
• Block off the base of a live tree. Live trees need water to stay green and keep their needles throughout the season. That water could prove enticing to thirsty pets. Drinking water from a tree stand could increase the risk of the tree tipping over and the water could upset the stomach of pets if the tree was treated with pesticides prior to being brought home. When decorating with a live tree, make sure the base of the tree where the water will be is blocked off. A small fence around the tree could keep curious pets away. The room where the tree is located should be locked or inaccessible when pets are home alone.
After years living under the cloud of a pandemic that limited where they could travel, many people have a strong desire to head off for parts unknown. As individuals and families ponder business trips or vacations, they may think about bringing a beloved pet along. According to a AAA/Best Western survey, 85 percent of dog owners travel with their dogs. The most popular vacations to let pooches tag along include going to the beach, camping and hiking. As a greater number of people are engaging in more activities with their pets, businesses in the travel and hospitality sector are taking notice and have become more accommodating to four-legged guests. However, there’s still plenty to learn when taking a dog along as a travel companion. Explore these dog travel tips. • Invest in a crate. Even if the dog does not need a crate at home, it’s best to have one for travel. Crates often are required for airline travel and can keep dogs safer in cars. Many hotels also require that dogs be crated in the rooms to keep them out of trouble and prevent damage. A crate should be large enough that the dog can stand, turn and lie down, according to the American Kennel Club. • Carry copies of pet-related documents. It’s important to prove that the dog is healthy and current on vaccinations. Officials may ask to see documentation when traveling abroad. Some travelers also may want to investigate pet passports. The USA does not require a pet passport, but the European Union pioneered pet passports to enable animals to move more freely throughout its member nations.•Plan a short excursion first. If you have never traveled with a dog before, make the first trip a short one, such as an overnight or two-day stay. This way, if the trip turns into a fiasco, checkout isn’t a week away. Shorter trips also help people figure out what works and what will need to change the next time.
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EAST GREENBUSH - Columbia High School, class of 1972, is holding their 50th Reunion on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at the Rensselaer Elks Lodge, Columbia Tpke., East Greenbush, NY. If you are a class member and have not been contacted please send information to chseg72@gmail.com.
Wilton Town Hall Exhibit WILTON - On September 2 , The Wilton Town Hall will display photographs and artifacts which tell the story of Wilton’s WWII era. The exhibit will be available 9-5, Monday –Friday and celebrates Wilton residents’ responses to the war. Wilton residents’ recollections and private collections help to explain: air raid drills, rationing, enemy aircraft observation and the town wide scrap metal drive. A significant contribution to the new exhibit was made by Jeff Baker, owner of Winslow’s Restaurant. For over 50 years, Jeff’s family has operated the restaurant begun by Harold and Tessie Clute, Jeff’s grandparents. For the exhibit, Jeff has provided his grandfather’s 1943 day journal, dog tags, military ribbon and small government issued travel Bible. Harold Clute was one of eight children. He enlisted when General Eisenhower announced the surrender of Italy. Harold sailed the dangerous Atlantic Ocean and wrote about the presence of German submarines. He landed in hot and arid North Africa and was later sent to Italy as a military policeman. Much of what Harold wrote about was his wish to hear from family members and spend time with his wife and very youngLikedaughter.manyveterans of the WWII era, Harold chose not to talk about combat. He did share with his grandson his experience riding a military motor cycle up Mt. Aetna. At that time, the volcano was active and Harold described the melted tires of the Thebike.four showcase exhibit will be available until December 6, the 80th anniversary of the dedication of the original WWII Military Honor Roll. In 1942, teachers, farmers and families pitched in to create a very successful scrap drive. The proceeds from the drive paid for an honor roll which displayed the names of 86 servicemen ready to fight in either Europe or the Pacific. Today the town is able to acknowledge almost 200 WWII veterans on a new aluminum Armed Forces Honor Roll on BallardTheRoad.Town Hall exhibit includes the town’s first air raid siren-- a wooden whistle, ration tokens, photographs including Millie Vincek,a WAC, and Lt. Commander Orra Phelps.Residents of Wilton will always honor those who have served.
QUEENSBURY - 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18 at Oneida Community Church, 197 Sunnyside Road, Queensbury, N.Y. Rev. Mark Bailey welcomes the public to attend this free concert. Paul presents his music ministry with 518-330-6439.event,aboutForwww.paulgibbsmusic.com.defense.com/v3/__http://hisaboutartists.featuringHour;ofPaulerartists,inspirationalfeaturinganofsongs.gospelcontemporary,traditional,southernandinspirationalGibbsisco-founderNoteSpireMusicLLC;internetradiostationmusicfromindependentincludingonGaith-HomecomingRadio.isalsohostproducerTheJesscottMusicaweeklypodcastChristianmusicFormoreinformationPaul’smusic,visitwebsiteathttps://url-moreinformationtheSept.18eveningcall518-796-2895or
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CAPITAL DISTRICTOn Saturday, September 17, 2022 , from 10:30 am to 2 pm, the New York Council on Problem Gambling (NYCPG) in partnership with its affiliate program, the Northeast Problem Gambling Resource Center (NE PGRC) will be hosting our first ever “Shine a Light on Problem Gambling Recovery” One Mile Fun Run/Walk and Awareness Event, in honor of Recovery Month and all NYS families who may be negatively impacted by gambling disorder. The event will be held rain or shine at the Shenantaha Creek Park (Pavilion A) in Ballston Spa/Malta. Our primary goal for this family friendly, fun run is to raise community awareness of problem gambling in NYS, along with co-occurring addiction and mental health concerns. We aim to shine a light on this hidden addiction (gambling) and proudly support those in recovery by sharing stories of hope. By educating others that help is available and running/walking together, we can encourage a healthier lifestyle to show others the many “pathways” to wellness. There will be information tables about community resources, music, games, and fun for the whole family. All are welcome to join us. To register for this free event visit:
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WILTON - During the upcoming warmer season, the Preserve & Park will be hosting Campfire Chats! Scheduled for one Saturday evening a month, this new program will focus on chatting around the campfire! Each chat will involve discussions of local animal species and what is being done to support these populations. In addition to the discussion, participants will enjoy hanging out around the fire for cocoa, s’mores, and cookies! A special Thank You to the Common Roots Foundation for making this program series possible. Campfire Chats’ Topic Schedule: September 17th, 6:00pm: RegistrationOwls is required. Space is limited. To register please visit our website, wiltonpreserve. org, and click on the “Our Programs” tab, then “Calendar of Public Events” to access the online registration form. For more information, please contact the
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BALLSTON SPA - Ham & Scalloped Potatoes Takeout or Eat In Dinner - Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619, 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa, will host a Ham Dinner on Saturday, September 17th, from 4 to 6 pm. Menu includes Baked Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Veggies, Apple Sauce, Roll & Butter, and Dessert. The cost is 2 for $25 or $15 each (cash only). Preorders strongly encouraged. To order, email: 1149,gmail.comdinners2619@orcall518-885Sept 15th & 16th - 4 pm to 6pm. Limited quantities available at the door. Proceeds support Elks Charities. Campfire Chats at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park
BURNT HILLS - The Burnt Hills Ballston Lake Women’s Club will hold the first meeting of the year at the Burnt Hills Methodist Church on Monday, September 12 , at 12:30 Larrypm.McArthur will present “Suiting Up: A Navy Jet Pilot’s Flight Gear.”Alight lunch will precede the meeting at 12 noon.Allare welcome. For more information contact Susan at 518-579-6984. Shine a Light on Problem Gambling –Fun AwarenessRun/WalkEvent
SARATOGA - The Saratoga County Children’s Committee (SCCC) is excited to be celebrating 75 years of caring for the community’s children! To celebrate, there will be a fundraising event at The Saratoga Winery on Wednesday, September 21 at 6 pm . All proceeds from the event will go back to funding programs including the Back to School program, the Empty Stocking Project, camperships, collaborations with local agencies and social workers, and emergency and special needs. Tickets to the event can be found here: https:// www.saratogachildrenscommittee.org/event-details/75th-anniversary-celebration. The night will be filled with live music, food and wine, raffles, SCCC history, and much more - all in the name of charity!
SARATOGA - Come join the Cub Scouts and families of Pack 4016 for a night of fun. Our Open House will be on SeptemberThursday,22ndfrom 6-7:30pm at the East Side Recreation Center (northwest corner on Lake Ave.). All youth in grades K-5 are invited to enjoy some Scout games and learn more about Cub Scouts. While the school year is just starting, the Scouting year never ends. From summer outdoor activities to racing cars at a January Pinewood Derby, elementary grade Cub Scouts (boys and girls) have yearround fun with friends while learning a wide range of skills. Contact John Koch ScoutingAwaitsinformation.er@kochny.com)(saratogascout-formoreAdventure–startyourjourney!
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SARATOGA - Saratoga Peace Week is hosting “Peacing Us Together”, a FUNdraiser for Frederick Allen Elks Lodge #609, featuring live music by Saratoga fave “Jacksland”, with Jackie Dugas & Rick Bolton! Sunday, September 25695:00pm-8:00pmBeekmanStreet, Saratoga Springs, NY Family fun with music & dancing and hors d’oeuvres, soft drinks, & cash bar! Suggested donations @ door: $20/adult - $10/ children - Lodge members areForfree.more &by518-691-2499information:-SponsoredSaratogaPeaceWeekMLKSaratoga
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CAPITAL DISTRICT - If you enjoy being outdoors in the wilderness, working with others to help people, follow directions well and have a willingness to learn, then our SAR team might be for you! Prior knowledge is helpful, but definitely not required as we provide the training. Check out our website at: www.humsar.org for more information.
The butler’s pantry, above. There are several touches to the house that speak to its 1800s construction, including decorative corbels and cornices, ceiling medallions and more, at left. A bedroom with skylight, below left, and the kitchen with a Viking stove and a gas fireplace, below.
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The house at 192 Quaker Lane in Delanson has five bedrooms and two full baths. alk about idyllic: This week’s selection is an 1800s Colonial beauty, with more than enough antique charm to make you feel like you’re stepping back in time but modern touches that bring you to the present day. It strikes that balance in a way that makes a home feel livable. There are five bedrooms and two full bathrooms in more than 3,200 square feet of living space, all sitting on nearly an acre. Those heirloom touches include wide-plank floors, cornices indoors and corbels outdoors, a clawfootedBuilt-intub.shelving in the butler’s pantry, library and some of the bedrooms create even more utility within a large space. The kitchen comes equipped with a Viking stove and gas fireplace. A new roof tops the home, and the basement houses a new furnace. Outdoors, there is an in-ground pool, a hot tub and a white picket fenced-in yard. Four garage spaces, laundry on the second floor. Property is zoned for mixed use, for those interested in a rental space or bed & breakfast. Duanesburg schools. Taxes: $3,437. Listing price: $425,000. Contact Chad Majewski, chad@chadmajewski.com.518-774-0437,
HistoricalUpcoming Talk Filming BallstoninSpa of “The Way We Were” BALLSTON SPA - In September 1972, Hollywood came to Ballston Spa when a production crew took over Front Street to film some scenes for the movie “The Way We Were,” which was set in the 1930s. Robert Redford and Barbra Streisand-and some local eventmaking.in(“extras”)--wereresidentsherepersonforthemovie-Learnaboutthisandtheexcitement it generated, as well as how it impacted the community. On September 24, at 3 pm, local historian David Fiske (author of Ballston Spa History Walkaround) will give a talk at The Real McCoy, located at 28 Washington Street. Afterward, those who want to can walk up to Front Street to see and hear about the two locations that appeared on screen. Event is free and open to the public.
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LOST RING 8/19/2022 AT THE SARATOGA RACINO FROM 12:30-9:30PM. SENTIMENTAL VALUE, $100 REWARD. MEN’S GOLD PINKY RING. PLEASE CALL (518) 708-1977 LOST C.L HOME IMPROVEMENTS Taking care of all your window and remodeling needs. Neat & dependable. Fully ins. Free est. Rich (518) 528-7173
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A 25-unit apartment complex in Burnt Hills is seeking a Maintenance Professional with good communications skills for approximately 30 flexible hours per week. Must be experienced in basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and groundskeeping with own tools and reliable vehicle. Please email resume to: lorettarigney@gmail.com or call 518-399-9232. PART TIME
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For Sale- Beauty salon equip. Hair, nail & skin care. Used, exc. cond. Tables, sinks, closets, hydraulic chairs, pedi, lockers, mirrors. 518-596-8781
Ballston Area Seniors Chorus is Looking for a Piano Player
FRIDHOLM PAINTING INTERIOR PAINTING One or multi-room projects. Popcorn and Cathedral Ceilings. 2-story foyers and kitchen cabinets. Exterior painting projects, too. Free estimates. CALL US AT (518) 330-9507 or visit us at www.FridholmPainting.com. We Love What We Do! DUMPSTER RENTALS All sizes available. Also, dump trailer for the tricky spots. Labor available for demo & loading. Part of the proceeds go to the veterans. (518) 339-8710
AEP is looking rate is $18.50/hour –with benefits. Please call Drew Tomis 518-696-9900
CASH FOR METAL/CARS We buy farm equip., metal, cars. We have the equip. to take care of big jobs. Highest prices paid. Demolition. Towing & transport avail. Part of the proceeds go to the veterans. (518) 339-3369 Camp Wood / Cooking Wood Exit 15N.com Lou "The Wood Guy" Rt. 50, Wilton. 24/7 $$CA$H$$ FOR JUNK CARS $100-$1000. FREE PICKUP (518) 914-8633
MACK’S POWER WASHING Insured and free estimates. House cleaning and trucking. (518) 888-6990
AEP Colloids is a food and pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturer located in the Adirondack State Park – Hadley, NY. Working with companies all over the world, AEP has a busy warehousing and production environment expanding to meet the everincreasing demand.
JUNK REMOVAL & DEMO Oil tanks, hot tubs, pools, sheds, barns, houses, fence & retaining wall removal, yard cleanup. Res./comm. clean out & organize. Fully equipped to handle any job. (518) 339-8710. Part of the proceeds go to the veterans. Adult Community. Minimum 55 years old. Mohican Hill Apts, Ballston Spa. Spacious 1 BR. Washer, dryer hkups. Low heat costs. Fully sanitized. $825. No pets. (518) 885-4232
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Coming to work for AEP Colloids will bring you into a small, laid back team that value’s everyone’s opinion equally. Work – life balance is important, and management makes accommodations to ensure staff come to work comfortable being themselves. If you are a hard worker who wants to learn, earn a fair wage, and be respected in the workplace, AEP is the home for you.
MASONRY & LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION HIGGINS BUILDERS New installations & old restorations. Booking for Fall. Call John (518) 269-6804
UNSEASONED FIREWOOD 7 (+/-) cord load, cut, split & delivered. $1260. Call for area discount. Smaller loads avail. 518-692-2109
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DECKS Pressure washed & stained. Quality work, affordable prices. (518) 530-9073
SARATOGA WINDOWS AND DOORS LLC We install new windows and doors. Over 20 years experience. Call for a free estimate. (518) 522-9574. www. saratogawindowsanddoors. com
SARATOGA - WILTON - Sunday, September 25, from 11-3 pm the popular Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club on Elks Lane will resume their monthly sale. Admission is free with over 40 vendors; parking is great, bargains galore, and lunch, We offer household items, sports equipment, hand-made items, clothing, fabrics, food treats, body lotions, and just about anything you can imagine may be found here. New vendors are signing up every month.Snow or rain, the sales go on and it is a fun activity the entire family enjoys. Come browse, visit, eat, or just get out of the house with a friend. All proceeds go to our local charities. Next sale dates are October 23, November 13 and 17. An 8 foot table and chairs are just $15; call Debbie at (518) 885-6506 or table(s).mationfordozolins@nycap.rr.comanapplication,infor-ortosignupfora
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LAKE LUZERNE - This unique 23 Annual Halloween “Day Out for Pugs” is a family affair and will be held RAIN or SHINE on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022 from 11-3 in the Col. Butler Lakeside Picnic Pavilion Park.(Across from the HL High School on Route 9N). 2022 theme is “It’s a Black and White Mardi Gras“ with multiple Pug and Pumpkin Decorating Contests and Admission,Awards.Registration and Parking is always FREE. Program with schedule to follow next week. Contact: Pam Morin, 696-7184 or by email pammorin@frontiernet.net Ballston Area MonthlySeniors Dance
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BALLSTON SPA - On Saturday, September 24,2022 at 7:00 pm to 10:00Thepm.dance will be at the Milton Community Center 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa,TheNYdance is open to the public and ample free parking. There will be an entrance fee of $ 5.00. Snack and refreshment will be provided. The band will be the River Road Boys, Country and Square Dancing. For more information call Peter Petrillose at 518-399-4868
SARATOGA COUNTY - The Saratoga County Children’s Committee is a nonprofit organization that helps children and families in Saratoga County. The Empty Stocking Project provides holiday gifts and necessities to about 900 children and teens each year. Generous people and organizations sponsor a child by purchasing gifts from the child’s “wish list”. If you are willing to sponsor a child or for more information please call Kathy Kelly at 399-6629 or go to our website 12866.SaratogaCommittee,togamayaretee.org.saratogachildrenscommit-www.CashdonationsalwaysappreciatedandbesenttoTheSara-CountyChildren’sP.O.Box1254,Springs,NY
CHARLTON MINI EXCAVATOR SERVICE Drainage, grading small loads of driveway stone, topsoil delvered/placed. Landscape stones delivered & set. Brush hogging. Reas. rates. Call Dan (518) 313-9267
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BALLSTON SPA - The Ballston Area Seniors Chorus is looking for a piano player to help us with rehearsals and concerts. We meet on Mondays from 10 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Milton Community Center 310 Northline Rd. in Ballston Spa, NY We are looking for new members who enjoy sing. Do come and join us. Please call Alison Bodle at 518-288-3565 if you are interested, and for more information.
JOBS TOO SMALL? Professional int/ext painting, kitchen, baths & basements! Roofing, siding, electrical, plumbing. Give us a call, we do it all! Avail. for after hours emergencies Bob 518-275-7731
PORTERS CORNERS512 Allen Road is participating in the Greenfield Townwide Yard Sale and we invite area residents to set up your tables and sale items in our yard FOR FREE! We have a very visible and busy location and attract many buyers. Set up is on Friday, September 9 at 8am and we will “Open for Business” as soon as setup is complete. Our sale hours will be 9am to 3pm on Friday and Saturday and you can also sell on Sunday. Hotdogs, chips and cold beverages will be for available for sale. Any questions, please call Jane Decoteau at 518-893-2289 Greenfield Center 27th Annual Town Wide Garage Sale
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LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, your love life is a big roller coaster this week, and you may not know if you are on or off with this special someone. It may be time to sit down and have a serious discussion.
SARATOGA - The 2022 Saratoga Showcase of Homes Committee is proud to announce this year’s dates and builders. Celebrating 26 years of exceptional homes, this annual tradition will be presented over four beautiful fall days on October 8-9 and October 15-16. We have a spectacular line-up of 8 locations from our region’s finest builders for the areas premiere new home tour event. Over the past 25 years, this community event has contributed over $1.4 MILLION dollars to our two local charities. Proceeds from the Showcase of Homes benefit Rebuilding Together Saratoga County www.rtsaratoga. org and Habitat for Humanity of Northern Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties www.glensfallshabitat.org. For more details on the 2022 Saratoga Showcase of Homes event, please visit www.saratogashowcaseofhomes.com. Follow us on FACEBOOK for all the updates!
AQUARIUS –Jan 21/Feb 18 The perfectionist in you may be unhappy with the work of a loved one or colleague, Aquarius. Try not to critique the job they do harshly. Let constructive criticism prevail. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Do you need a confidence boost, Pisces? If so, surround yourself this week with all of those people who love and support you.
SARATOGA - Tuesday, September 27, 7pm –The Saratoga Springs History Museum, 1 East Congress Street, Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Starting in 1914, the Feast of St. Michael was celebrated in late September in Saratoga Springs’ Dublin neighborhood, which had started as an Irish enclave, then became home to Italian immigrants and African Americans, among others, and is now known as the Beekman Street Arts District. As the statue of Saint Michael was paraded down Beekman Street, people pinned money to him, which benefited the Principessa Elena Society, a community resource for newly arrived Americans that still exists today in the neighborhood. The “Festa” grew into a widely beloved celebration that embraced live music, plentiful cuisine at Dublin’s numerous Italian restaurants, and even fireworks on the outskirts of town. It ended in the 1970s, but was then revived annually from 1997 to 2001. The presentation is based on those interviews and includes priceless public and family photos ranging from the 1920s to the 1990s, and newspaper clippings going back to 1914. Join us as we revisit and discuss this tradition that was so important to the neighborhood, and to the people of Saratoga Springs. Presenter Mary Ann Fitzgerald, Saratoga Springs City Historian since 2003 and lifelong Saratogian with roots in the Dublin neighborhood. ***This event is free and open to the public.***
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VET CONTINUED FROM 1 sisters-in-law.“AlonzoBump’s letters are a spectacular example of wartime correspondence and a jewel in the collection of the Saratoga County History Center,” said Anne Clothier, Education Director at Brookside Museum. “We are delighted that David Handy has worked to expand our understanding of these letters and provide additional context about the era and the experiences of local soldiers and their families.” Books will be available for signing, and pre-registration is required at https:// brooksidemuseum.org/
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 You may be tempted to live the week in a fantasy world, Taurus. However, there are too many pressing issues that need your attention for you to tune out.
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CAPRICORN –Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you may be feeling more emotional than usual and that may lead to some unfamiliar situations. Give yourself some space to process your emotions.
BALLSTON SPA - Immediate Need - The Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Services is seeking volunteers to deliver meals to homebound seniors in the following areas: Ballston Spa, South Glens Falls, Wilton, Hadley, Schuylerville, and Greenfield. This important program helps many seniors, age 60 and older, remain independent in their homes by providing them with a nutritious ready-to-eat lunch each weekday.Mealsare picked up at 11AM and delivered until 1PM. Volunteers’ schedules are flexible to meet their availability.To become a volunteer, individuals must submit paperwork, including references, to the Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Services. Volunteers must have a valid driver license and their own vehicle. Training and orientation are provided to all volunteers. Being a volunteer for this program is a gratifying experience as seniors look forward to seeing a friendly face with their meals. Those interested in becoming a volunteer may call Carly at The Department of Aging and Youth Services at 518-363-4020 for details.
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The Alfred Z. Solomon Charitable Trust Program Series September Presentation Celebrating the Feast of St. Michael
RACING CONTINUED FROM 1 house restorations and other construction work since his service as a military policeman in Germany from 1979 to 1983. News of troops and units can be sent to Duty Calls, Terry Brown, Times Union, Box 15000, Albany, NY 12212 or email brownt@timesunion.com.
SARATOGA - Tuesday, September 13, at noon at Longfellows Restaurant, 500 Union Avenue (Rte. 9P), Saratoga Springs. Membership information at 518.587.5356.
Saratoga Area Retired Teachers Meeting
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, think about waking up very early or staying up late to enjoy some quiet time. You can improve upon this sense of peace by enjoying the respite outdoors.
SARATOGA - Sustainable Saratoga is holding our sixth annual Saratoga Recycles Day on Saturday, October 1, from 9 am – 12 pm in the SPAC overflow parking lot on the west side of Route 50. Please visit perTVsrequirements(bothfortainablesaratoga.org/projects/zero-waste/recycles-day/https://sus-fulldetails.WHERE:SPACParkingLot,westsideofRoute50events)WHO:Anyonecanparticipate!Therearenoresidencyfortheseevents.COST:Thereisa$5entrancefeeperpersonalvehicle.andmonitorshaveanadditional$30fee,item.Cashorcheckonly.
HOROSCOPE Week Of September 11, 2022
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, this will be a week to focus on financial gain, but don’t put too much swagger into your business negotiations; otherwise, your plans may backfire.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 It is possible that you have outgrown certain people in your social circle, Virgo. Don’t feel bad about removing those who fit this description. There are new friends to be made.
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LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, confusion or an argument may cause a lack of passion between you and your romantic partner this week. It’s only a temporary situation and can be resolved. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 You may feel that others are not giving you the respect you deserve, Scorpio. If this pertains to your career, start polishing your resume and putting out feelers. SAGITTARIUS –Nov 23/Dec 21 Move at your own pace this week, Sagittarius. There is no reason to rush around. Take leisurely breakfasts and enjoy strolls around the neighborhood.
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