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Like 'a cruise ship ... on broadway' Despite opposition, Spa City design panel OKs 6-story proposal
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Medals taken in Hadley break-in
Many in small town upset, official says ByLINE: WENDY LIBERATORE
HADLEY - A Purple Heart medal, a World War II victory medal and other items from a veterans display were stolen in a smash-and-grab break-in at Town Hall. Supervisor Mo Wright said that State Police are investigating the break-in that happened between 4:15 p.m. and 6:15 p.m. last Monday, after closing time and before a meeting of the Hadley Business Association, whose members made the discovery. Wright said the thieves smashed a window to enter and destroyed a veterans display case to steal its contents, including the medals, flags and a VFW helmet belonging to the father of town historian Kathy Trackey "Her father died when she was about 6 years old," Wright said. "That's the only memorabilia she had of her father's. The only thing they didn't steal was her father's dog tags." On the Hadley Historian Facebook page, Trackey wrote that the incident is "extremely upsetting." Nothing else in Town Hall was stolen, leaving Wright to speculate that the thieves were targeting the case. "They must have been in here and seen it because you can't see it from the window," he said. He also said the thieves left no trace of blood when they came through the jagged broken window, nor did they leave any objects that they used to shatter the glass. Wright said the State Please see MEDALS 6
SARATOGA SPRINGS - The city's Design Review Commission narrowly approved a controversial proposal for a six-story building at 269 Broadway that neighbors and historic preservationists say will overwhelm the street. In a 4-3 vote last Wednesday, the commission's chair, Tamie Ehinger, and vice chair, Rob DuBoff, opposed the design, saying that the height and the setbacks are "of concern to the community" and do not fit outside of the city's urban core. Member Ellen Sheehan agreed, saying the building "looks like a cruise ship docked on Broadway." "Historic districts are not frozen in time," Sheehan said. But "it needs to take more cues from the existing neighborhood. It's an abrupt transition. In this district, you are not taking a cue from anything." However, four other members said the mixed-use building "looks great" and "beautiful" and fits into an expanding urban core. "I don't object to this location," commission member Tad Roemer said. "It is the urban core. The urban core doesn't have to be between Spring Street and Lake Street. ... It's perfectly walkable to the rest of the urban core." The approval disappointed many who spoke at the virtual meeting saying "the developer is not giving you an accurate picture" and neighboring Saratoga Central Catholic School and the NBT Bank will be overshadowed by the massive building. One neighborhood opponent, Marie Fox, reminded the commission that there were 800 signatures gathered against the building and "all agree it just does not fit in this neighborhood." Speaking for the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation, Ex-
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This is a rendering of 269 Broadway. After winning approval by a design panel, the Saratoga Springs Planning Board will review the proposal.
ecutive Director Samantha Bosshart told the commission that the building "doesn't fit in this context." "If there was support for this building, you would have heard it," she said. Carol Obloy, who also opposes the project, said last Wednesday's approval "is the poster child for all that is wrong with this process." There was "absolutely no consideration or pause regarding the public concern," she wrote in an email. " I don't think they even read the comments. Please see BROADWAY 6
Megan Phillips to become deputy planning director New hires include a top administrator and lawyer on legal team ByLINE: GWENDOLYN CRAIG ADIRONDACK EXPLORER
ALBANY - The Adirondack Park Agency is bolstering its ranks, adding a top administrator and counsel. Megan Phillips, vice president of conservation for the Adirondack Council and a past energy and environment adviser to former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, will become the agency's deputy director of planning. She starts PHILLIPS Jan. 24, APA Executive Director Terry Martino announced last Thursday during the agency's board meeting. Phillips will oversee a staff of six. Martino also announced the hiring of Lake Placid attorney Craig Michaels. He will join
the legal team as a senior attorney beginning Jan. 20. Michaels has represented park towns and villages in the last couple of years. Before starting his own practice in the Adirondacks he worked for Norfolk Law in Lake Placid and for Cahill Gordon and Reindel in New York City. Martino noted Michaels' work as a consulting attorney for the Natural Resources Defense Council. Phillips will replace Rick Weber, who retired last year after more than a decade in the post. She moved to Keene from the Albany area in May 2021. "I am very pleased to have the opportunity to return to government service inside the Adirondack Park," Phillips said in a news release. "I love living here and look forward to working with the passionate and hardworking staff at the Park Agency." Martino highlighted Phillips' experience working with federal, state and local officials. Phillips was also appointed to the state's road salt task force in December. That group is
charged with reviewing road salt practices in the Adirondacks and making recommendations for minimizing its use to protect public health and water quality. "We had worked closely with Megan when she was involved with the (executive) chamber going back to 2018, and really look forward to having her here as a member of the staff," Martino said. "I think it's a great day when we're seeing the addition of another attorney and certainly our deputy in planning." As a senior policy adviser for Cuomo, Phillips helped with energy and environmental project budgeting. She also assisted in policies involving climate change, public lands management, waste reduction, water-quality protection and environmental remediation. She lists on her resume taking part in the creation of the Office of Renewable Energy Siting. In March 2021, the Adirondack Council announced Phillips' hire as the vice president of conservation. She replaced Rocci Aguirre, Please see DIRECTOR 6
This summer, history at the starting gate The “Wilson Chute,” dismantled in 1972, returning to Saratoga ByLINE: NEWS STAFF
SARATOGA SPRINGS - The New York Racing Association said it plans to reconstruct the historic "Wilson Chute" at Saratoga Race Course for use during the 2022 summer meet and allow for 1-mile races to be contested on the main track. The Wilson Chute was dismantled after the 1972 season to accommodate additional parking. It was brought back briefly in 1992 when 25 races started in the chute. Chutes are used to permit
a straight running start in a race, as opposed to starting on or near a turn, according to saratogaracetrack.com. "The Wilson Chute will only add to the quality and consistency of dirt racing at Saratoga," said Glen Kozak, NYRA senior vice president of operations and capital projects. "It's a thrill to be able to reconstruct a historic element of Saratoga in a way that will undoubtedly prove beneficial to the summer meet." The chute was named to honor the late Richard T. Wilson, a banker and president of the Saratoga Racing Association in the early 20th century. The new chute will follow the route of the original along the Clubhouse Turn,
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just east of the 1863 Club. The project has the support of the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation and will be accompanied by upgrades to the Tailgate at the Turn picnic area at the Clubhouse Turn. Wilson, as head of Wilson Stable, owned three winners of the Travers Stakes: Gallavant (1906), Hannibal (1919) and Wilderness (1923).
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Ambassadors needed now more than ever ByLINE: PAUL GRONDAHL
COLONIE - Albany International Airport is seeking ambassadors after a lengthy pandemic shutdown and lingering concerns over COVID-19 ground the robust volunteer program to a halt. Established in 1995 and once numbering 160 ambassadors, Albany's version was one of the longest-tenured and most active of any airport of its size in the country. After the coronavirus disruption, the total of airport ambassadors stands at just 52. Many shifts, particularly in the morning, go unfilled as airport volume rises -to about 80 percent of 4,250 average daily travelers before the pandemic. "Our ambassador program dropped down to zero and we're slowly building it up again," said Helen Chadderdon, director of the ambassador program since 1998. "We have a lot of seniors who were concerned about COVID. They took a
pause and they're beginning to return." The surge in the omicron variant further depleted the ranks. "Several people told me they were taking more weeks off until this blows over," she said. Few are more dedicated than Betty Nash and Paul Cooney. "I just love it. I enjoy helping people," said Nash, 84, of Colonie, a retired medical records technician who joined in 2013. She has logged the most ambassador volunteer hours, more than 7,100. "We like helping out and we're dedicated to making sure travelers have a good experience at our airport," said Cooney, 86, of Menands, a retired Albany County engineer. He is the only active ambassador who remains from the inaugural class of 30 in 1995. Nash, Cooney and their colleagues were honored in December at an annual holiday party at the Desmond Hotel. "Our ambassadors are the public face of the
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Tuesda Lohmeyer of Corinth Earns President’s List Honors at SUNY Canton CANTON, NY - SUNY Canton President Zvi Szafran congratulates Tuesda R. Lohmeyer of Corinth, NY, (12822) for earning high marks during the fall 2021 semester. Lohmeyer is a SUNY Canton Legal Studies major and was one of about 600 students to earn a spot on the President’s List. “You are among the students who have earned top honors at SUNY Canton,” said SUNY Canton President Zvi Szafran. “I hope that you take great pride in this impressive achievement. I recognize your hard work and I wish you the best in your future endeavors.President’s List recognizes full-time students who achieve a 3.75 or greater GPA.
Ballston Spa United Methodist Church Thrift Shop BALLSTON SPA - The Ballston Spa Methodist Church Thrift Shop is currently closed due to the high rate of Covid. We look forward to reopening as soon as possible and thank you for your support.
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AROUND YOUR COMMUNITY Looking For New Baseball Umpires CAPITAL DISTRICT Capital District Baseball Umpires Association is looking for new members for the 2022 season. If you think you have what it takes to be a baseball umpire, training classes are now forming. For more information, call Bob Umholtz at 518-986-5987 or go to cdbua.com
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“Preserve the Porch!” Campaign a Rousing Success BALLSTON SPA - The trustees of the Saratoga County History Center wish to thank the community for their generosity and commitment to preserving public history. The 2021 annual fundraising campaign – “Preserve the Porch!” – was a rousing success. In November and December of 2021, the campaign yielded an impressive $20,720.00. Moreover, an anonymous donor graciously agreed to match funds up to $10,000.00, making the total amount raised $30,720.00. The funds will go directly to replacing storm windows and repairing Brookside Museum’s iconic front porch. Built
Capital Region Social Happenings December Event and Concert Series CAPITAL DISTRICT - https://www.facebook. com/CapitalRegionSocial - CapRegSocialHappenings@gmail.com. Friday Night Events at 7 pm – Picnic at noon at 435 New Karner Road (Hanover Square Building) at “Hill” door entrance. Open to the public. Inside seating is limited. $12 pp and that includes beverages and snacks. Plenty of free parking. Handicap accessible. CDC & COVID compliant. Masks required on everyone. Be prepared to show your vaccination card as well as provide your phone number for contact tracing. Our inside seating is limited. Call 518-452-6883 for more information. Friday Night – January 21 at 7:00 pm: Special Event: Going on the Cheap! Fashion and Food!!! Wear an outfit that you assembled from a thrift store for no more than $10 and show us your creation. In addition bring a dish to share that you prepared for no more than $2. This will be a fun night for everyone attending. Only $5 for all. If you decide not to participate in Fashion or Food then it’s $10 for the pleasure of watching the rest of us! Prizes. Friday Night – January 28 at 7 pm: The Back Porch Players will perform music that we all enjoy. Maybe even some sing-alongs. Performance starts at 7 pm. Sunday Night – January 30 at 7 pm: We’re kicking off our first dance of the year with a great DJ. Put on your dancing shoes and be prepare to strut your stuff on the dance floor. Music requests taken. Only $6.
in 1792, just four years after the ratification of the United States Constitution, and remodeled in the 1830s in the popular “Greek Revival” style, the grand piazza is sadly in need of reconstruction. Specifically, all the front steps and floor boards, which are ruined by rot and mold, need to be replaced, as well as the deck frame supporting the floor. In addition, the entire portico needs to be rebuilt for proper drainage, and the earth beneath should be covered with plastic and pea stone to reduce future moisture. The crisis concerns both safety and appearance. “The response from the county and beyond has been astounding!” remarks new History Center President, Field Horne. “We went hat-in-hand to our friends and neighbors, asking them to help us save this awe-inspiring façade and important piece of local history, and they rallied and responded well-beyond our expectations.” “Support for our ‘Preserve the Porch!’ campaign is a major win for the Saratoga County History Center,” said Sean Kelleher, Vice President of Membership and Community Engagement. “The ability to fund the restoration of the iconic porch and storm windows will provide stabilization for the Brookside Museum in the future, and will allow visitors to safely access the museum, grounds and library for generations to come. It would not have been possible without support from the community. We thank our community for its continued efforts to help preserve this treasure, which is an
important part of Saratoga County’s history.” “We are humbled by the generosity,” adds Jon Hallgren, who will oversee the restoration. “We will make sure that Brookside stands bold and beautiful for another 200 years.” The fundraising drive surpassed our total cost estimate, so Brookside’s famous face will be revived with high-quality material and expert attention. The Saratoga County History Center is dedicated to preserving and sharing the diverse histories of Saratoga County. In addition to Brookside Museum, the History Center offers a variety of innovative, exciting, and educational programming online. Please visit the website (www.brooksidemuseum.org) and social media accounts (@SaratogaCoHistory) for news and announcements.
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FLAG (Front Line Appreciation Group) Saratoga Relaunches to Support Front Line Workers During Next Surge of COVID-19 SARATOGA SPRINGS - The founders of FLAG Saratoga have relaunched their grassroots campaign to support local frontline workers at a time when hospitals and healthcare workers are being significantly strained again by the pandemic. FLAG Saratoga was founded in the spring of 2020 by four Saratoga residents: Nadine Burke, Becky Kern, Andrea Macy and Lisa Munter. Originally they they raised more than $40,000 which resulted in more than 4,000 meals and gift cards
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delivered to over 30 different hospital departments, nursing homes, fire, police and EMS departments throughout Saratoga. “We have been asked to restart our efforts and due to the outpouring of support that we received the last time, we knew we could quickly mobilize to help out,” said co-founder, Lisa Munter. “Our community is filled with so many generous and resilient people who are always willing to give back and help each other,” Munter added. “We are counting on this support so we can pass it along to our healthcare workers who really need it.” Working alongside the Saratoga Chamber of Commerce and the Saratoga Hospital Foundation, the group is raising money through the Chamber’s dedicated fundraising page on their website. All money will go directly into providing meals, snacks and other resources needed. “We’re proud to team up with FLAG of Saratoga and the Saratoga Hospital Foundation to show our gratitude to our frontline heroes,” said Todd Shimkus, president, Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce. “Our board, led by Tara Pleat, voted unanimously to help with seed funding to kickstart FLAG’s efforts. We look forward to working alongside the community to give back to our healthcare workers and first responders who continue to work tirelessly to keep us safe and healthy throughout this pandemic.” “These heartwarming expressions of support couldn’t come at a better time. Our team has been fighting the pandemic for nearly two years, and
they are exhausted,” said Toni Bishop-McWain, vice president and chief nursing officer at Saratoga Hospital. “Lately, some are discouraged because much of the recent sickness and death could have been prevented. Yet, as I see firsthand every day, they remain committed to taking care of each patient with skill and compassion. FLAG’s reminder that our frontline workers are valued and not alone will mean the world to them.” To learn more, visit their Facebook Group at FLAG Saratoga or on Instagram at @Flagsaratoga. To donate visit: www.Saratoga.org.
SUNY Canton Announces Fall 2021 Dean’s List CANTON, NY - SUNY Canton recognizes more than 400 students for making the Dean’s List during the fall 2021 semester. “I join the college’s faculty, staff and administration in offering heartfelt congratulations to the students who’ve made the Dean’s List,” said SUNY Canton President Zvi Szafran. “You’ve shown the determination and perseverance necessary to accomplish great things here at SUNY Canton.” Dean’s List recognizes full-time students who earned a GPA between 3.25 and 3.74. Students honored include: Abigale Fink, a SUNY Canton Early Childhood Care and Management major from Corinth, NY (12822). Hailey N. Wood, a SUNY Canton Individual Studies major from Corinth, NY (12822).
Ballston Area Seniors Have Good News BALLSTON SPA - The Town is opening up half of the Community Center to the Seniors. Every Thursday we can meet at 10:00 am play cards, use the pool and craft room. Or just sit with friends, socialize and catch up everything. Unfortunately, no pot luck luncheon or pizza will be held. Bring your own lunch, the kitchen will be open and coffee and hot water for tea will be available. More information on weekly activities will be give out at the meetings, we will be keeping you up dated.
Eastern Ridge Loop at Moreau Lake State Park GANSEVOORT Thursday, January 27th, 9:30am. This guided hike will traverse the Eastern Ridge trail from the Western Ridge trailhead. Once we reach the Ridge Run we will loop back to the Western Ridge trail back to the parking area. This will be an advanced to expert hike due to length at about 6-7 miles. The first mile we will be hiking up the Western Ridge trail from the spring parking lot so there will be an incline. Once on the Eastern Ridge it is relatively flat with some ups and downs. You must call to make a reservation at 518-917-2174. Cost is $5 for adults and $1 for children. We will meet and pay at the park office then drive over to the spring parking lot where we will start our hike.
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OPINION Just Meeting With Putin Is A Concession - The US Should Be Wary Of Giving More Jonah Goldberg, Tribune Content Agency
On Monday, Russian president-for-life Vladimir Putin explained that the "peacekeeper" paratroopers he sent to Kazakhstan to help quash civil unrest were part of his larger policy of preventing "color revolutions" in former Soviet-bloc countries. Putin made his remarks at a meeting of the Collective Security Treaty Organization, which the New York Times described as "a body equivalent to NATO that includes six countries from the former Soviet Union." I bring this up not to indulge in media criticism but to point out how easy it is to fall for Russian propaganda and the logic of false equivalence when discussing relations with Russia and authoritarian regimes generally. Yes, CSTO is, like NATO, a military alliance, but the similarities end there. Commitment to democratic principles is a membership requirement for NATO. None of CSTO's members -Russia, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan -- are democracies. Armenia comes closest; Freedom House designates it a "semi-consolidated authoritarian regime" with a "Democracy Score" of 33 out of 100. The rest are "consolidated authoritarian regimes." In short, CSTO is a dictators' club in which authoritarians agree to protect each another's grip on power, including from internal threats from their own people. NATO doesn't send troops into member countries to prop up failed autocrats. CSTO is also a tool for Putin to rebuild the lost empire of the Soviet Union. Putin uses another tool toward the same end: military force, or the threat of it. That's what he's doing to Ukraine. Putin has deployed about 100,000 troops on the Ukrainian border in preparation for what could be yet another invasion of Russia's neighbor. The U.S. and Russia are in Geneva this week to figure out a diplomatic exit from the crisis Putin has created. The mere fact that the U.S. is meeting with Putin to discuss a diplomatic solution is a concession. He loves superpower summits like this because they buttress his government's propaganda about Russia's prestige. The fact that Ukraine itself has largely been sidelined in these talks is also a gift to Putin, because it bolsters his claim that a great power like Russia needn't consult with -- never mind recognize the sovereignty of -- the little countries it wants to bully. None of this is to say that the U.S.
Local Restaurant Celebrates Five Years In Business - Dunning Street Station Turns Five! SARATOGA SPRINGS - Once a Fodero dining car dating back to the 1950s, Dunning Street Station, a restaurant on Route 9 in Malta, is now an established local restaurant with cause for celebration. The restaurant’s uniquely designed stainless steel art deco interior has shined with charm for five consecutive years, and the restaurant is offering a three-course $20.22 menu throughout the month of January as a kick-off to their anniversary year! Dunning Street owners, Scott Ringwood and Bob Mckenna, have made their mark on the Saratoga area. Scott and Bob have been co-owners of the Lake Ridge Restaurant in historic Round Lake, a business they’ve been running for 20 years. Scott and Bob
shouldn't try to talk Putin out of invading Ukraine. But it does inform what the U.S. should say. Putin's case for invading Ukraine is based on his nostalgia for the Soviet Union and Russian imperialism generally. Ukraine once belonged to Russia, and if Russia can't have it back -- still an "if" in Putin's mind -- it should at least be able to dictate Ukraine's destiny and alliances. Putin subscribes to the myth-- promoted by Russian state propaganda -- that America and the West promised not to expand NATO during the negotiations over German reunification and other agreements in the wake of the collapse of the Soviet Union. No such assurances were made, but the United States, the United Kingdom and Russia did agree to the Budapest Memorandum on Security Assurances. In 1994, in exchange for Ukraine voluntarily giving up Soviet nuclear weapons on its soil -- then the third-largest arsenal in the world -- signatories agreed to defend Ukraine's territorial integrity and security. Putin declared that agreement null and void when Ukrainians elected a government that wasn't a vassal to Putin. Putin's appetite is bigger than just Ukraine. According to draft treaties released by Russia, Putin wants a sphere of influence where smaller nations along its "near abroad" would have to defer to Russia's priorities. They would be barred from ever joining NATO, and countries that joined NATO after 1997 would be barred from hosting or training with NATO troops or military assets. These demands are almost surely a nonstarter, and rightly so. Giving into them would undermine NATO, reward military blackmail and leave our Eastern European allies vulnerable to a regime that has already established it is willing to invade neighbors for its own aggrandizement -- most recently in the 2014 military seizure of Crimea from Ukraine. But Putin is a master of asking for the whole store so he can settle for a shopping cart full of free goodies. And it sounds like the White House is considering concessions, including delaying military assistance to Ukraine. The political temptation to appease Putin -- just a little -- is understandable. The last thing Biden needs is yet another international crisis, never mind a war. But one thing is certain: Any concessions to Putin will be little more than down payments on more down the road.
began the Dunning Street venture in 2016 in search of a casual comfortable restaurant venue that offered a different feel from the fine dining experience that Lake Ridge Restaurant is known for. After restoring the restaurant building, the owner’s choice of the name “Dunning Street Station” reflected back on the original street name where the restaurant was located, and “Meet you at the station!” became the appropriate tag line that followed. Scott Ringwood, Co-owner of Dunning Street Station, said, “We are excited to showcase our very talented Chef Bruce Jacobson’s creative menu items at Dunning Street Station, where we offer a choice variety of American food with an Italian flare.” Bob Mckenna, second Co-owner of Dunning Street Station added, “We continue to hear patrons comment on how sur-
prised they are to find the award-winning restaurant experience they do, within our stainless-steel exterior. Excellent food, customer- focused wait staff, a 14-seat bar, and three cozy dining rooms make Dunning Street Station, a one-of-a-kind place to eat. We love being the local neighborhood restaurant/bar serving the Saratoga and surrounding communities.” To commemorate five years of service to the community, Dunning Street is offering a threecourse menu throughout the month of January to include choice of appetizer, entrée, and dessert, all for $20.22. Patrons can choose from garden fresh house salad, warm brie with apricot glaze or one of their award-winning soups for their first course. For the main course, Dunning Street is offering Mahi Mahi with a mango salsa served with wild rice and vegetable, or whisky flamed Flank Steak served
The Bob Saget I Remember S.E. Cupp, Tribune Content Agency
The year was 2005, and I was a 20-something living in the Chelsea neighborhood of New York City. As such, feeling hip and somewhat subversive, my friends and I looked for hip and somewhat subversive things to do. (Key word: somewhat. We all had real jobs.) When we'd heard that AMC theaters had banned a new movie, "The Aristocrats," from its 3,500+ theaters, seeing it went straight to the top of our to-do list. It was a new documentary from Penn Jillette and Paul Provenza, in which scores of all-star comedians told their version of the same joke about a new fictitious act, always ending with the punchline: "It's called...'The Aristocrats!'" It featured the heaviest of comedy hitters: Whoopi Goldberg, George Carlin, Chris Rock, Robin Williams, Jon Stewart, Sarah Silverman...and then there was Bob Saget. In 2005, remember, Saget had been out of the spotlight for some time. He'd been immortalized to all of America as the guy who played Danny Tanner, the dad from "Full House," and then the squeaky clean host of "America's Funniest Home Videos," the quintessential non-offensive, wholesome presence in all of our living rooms. So, I'll never forget watching him deliver seven of the most filthy, perverse, stomach-churning, indeed offensive minutes I'd ever seen on film while presenting his take on "The Aristocrats." We left the theater sore from laughter but also stunned by Saget's surprising star-turn. It was a whole new Saget to us, one we very much appreciated. It seemed as though his comedian friends were well aware of this odd dichotomy Saget lived in, where his television roles utterly belied his raunchy blue stand-up roots and his dark humor. Later, perhaps because of his appearance in "The Aristocrats," he was able to dabble in both worlds, playing a satirical version of himself on "Entourage," writing the book "Dirty Daddy," and taking the kind of sitcom roles that made him famous -- the voice on "How I Met Your Mother," "Surviving Suburbia" and "Fuller House." A decade after seeing Saget in "The Aristocrats," I was asked to participate in a roast of famed political consultant James Carville at The Kennedy Center. Known for being a filthy joke teller himself, Carville was going to be affectionately pilloried by the likes of Jeff Ross, Jim Norton, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog, and several politicos like Paul Begala, Tucker Carlson, Carville's wife Mary Matalin, and, unimaginably, me. The roast master was none other than Bob Saget. When the night arrived, I headed backstage, my husband John in tow, to go over the jokes I was to deliver with the writers, themselves an all-star cast of comedy writers who made me even more nervous than I already was. I winced at the off-color content they wanted me to perform -- jokes no one would expect from a young, female, conservative commentator. But I also knew it was genuinely funny stuff that, if I could get through it, would land some big laughs. I steeled my nerves, sighed in relief that I hadn't invited my parents or my boss, and prepared for the show. "Who let you in here?" I heard from the doorway of my dressing room. It was Saget. He warmly introduced himself to my husband and me, and could immediately sense my nervousness. "Don't worry, nothing you say will be worse than what we're going to say." He gave me a hearty pat on the back and a reassuring smile, and we were off. I delivered my lines unflinchingly, and took my share of off-color commentary as well. At one point, Saget joked that he would have hit on me before the show if my husband hadn't been such a "c--k block," a joke he'd obviously come up with on the spot. The night was memorable, to say the least, not just because of the stars on that stage, but because I still can't believe how many filthy jokes were told -- at the Kennedy Center, home of the Washington National Opera and the National Symphony Orchestra. After the show, we all gathered backstage for drinks. Bob came over to John and me to make sure we were okay with his jokes. Of course we were, and then he gushed about his new girlfriend, a food blogger from Chicago named Kelly. He was utterly in love, he said. He'd go on to marry Kelly Rizzo in 2018. And now, I'm heartbroken for Kelly, as well the adult children he leaves behind after his unexpected death at just 65. Saget was full of surprises, and I can't help but think he had so many more to share with us. But I'm lucky. I'll always have that strange and sort of wonderful hour or so on stage, where Bob Saget and I told dirty jokes together. Talk about surprising.
with mashed potatoes and vegetable. For pasta-lovers, an option is classical triple layered Lasagna with beef, or classic Chicken Marsala with a marsala and organic mushroom sauce served over pasta. To top off the meal, there are two outstanding choices for dessert, including carrot cake and a daily special. All items are available for take-out as well as dine-in. Details on the January menu are available at dunningstreetstation.com. Dunning Street Station is complemented by an extensive drink menu. They offer a happy hour from 3-6pm and daily drink specials. Dunning Street is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 3 to 9, closed Sunday and Monday. Reservations are accepted at 518-587-2000.
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MALTA - February Break Drama Camp for ages 7-13 will run
Tuesday, February 22 through Friday, February 25 from 10:00am until 3:00pm. The camp will be taught by Malta’s Artistic Director Elyse Young and will include acting skills, vocal techniques, theater games, crafts, rehearsals and performance of a short play. Camp and performance will take place at the Malta Community Center, One Bayberry Drive, Malta. Students must wear a mask when not performing. For more information, go online to www.maltaparksrec.com or contact Town of Malta Parks and Recreation Department at (518) 899-4411.
Eagle Watch at Moreau Lake State Park GANSEVOORT Friday January 21st, 9:30am Join an environmental educator on a ride along the Hudson River looking for eagles. We will
drive over to different pull offs along Spier Falls road to stop and look for Bald Eagles. We will drive to a couple different locations then get out of our vehicles to look around for Bald Eagles. Please bring binoculars if you have them. Sighting is not guaranteed. Please call to make reservations at 518-917-2174. Cost is $5 for adults and $1 for children. Meet and pay at the park office.
Saratoga/Wilton Elks Lodge #161 Baked Ham Dinner for Curbside Pick Up SARATOGA/WILTON - Wednesday, January 26, 2022, 4:30-6:00pm. Call Monday Or Tuesday between 10am-noon to place an order, 518-5842585.Baked Ham, Au Gratin Potatoes, Vegetable, Applesauce, Roll, Tossed Salad. Dinner For 2 /$30.00 (Cash Only).
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HOME SOLUTIONS 3 factors to consider before converting an attic At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, many homeowners suddenly found themselves in need of more usable square footage in their homes. Required to work from home due to social distancing recommendations, millions of working professionals suddenly found themselves setting up shop at kitchen tables or islands, in alcoves, garages, or even walk-in closets. Those makeshift offices were never supposed to be permanent, but as companies loosen workplace policies and embrace full remote or hybrid working arrangements, professionals are seeking more permanent home office solutions. Home additions are a possibility for homeowners who need more usable square footage, but add-ons may not be the right option for everyone. If adding on won’t work, homeowners may want to look up ... at their attics. Attics with ample space can make for ideal home offices, as they’re away from the hustle and bustle of a home’s main floor. That can make it easier to concentrate when everyone is in the house and reduce the likelihood that video calls with colleagues and clients will be interrupted by kids and pets. Attic conversions are not always possible, and the following are three important factors homeowners may
Explaining easements, setbacks and CCRs Property setbacks as well as easements and conditions, covenants and restrictions (CCRs) must be considered before renovating an existing home or building a new one. Setbacks are mandated buffers between surveyed property lines and permanent structures. Easements are legal designations that enable individuals or entities to use portions of a person’s property for physical access or to build on it for one reason or another. Easements may be owned by utility companies for gas lines or government agencies when sidewalks are on a private property. Additional examples of easements include greenbelt conservation easements, beach easements or view easements, according to The Spruce, a home and lifestyle resource. CCRs include rules established by many planned communities, subdivisions and planned unit developments. CCRs, easements and property setbacks can affect which type of renovations are allowed on particular plots and may affect the issuance of permits. It’s essential to learn about property easements, CCRs and setbacks in advance and discuss them with contractors when drawing up preliminary plans. Your
need to consider before they can go forward with such projects. 1. Dimensions: Both the renovation experts at This Old House and the real estate experts at UpNest indicate that at least half of a finished attic must be a minimum of seven feet high and seven feet wide and 70 square feet. Requirements may differ depending on where homeowners live, but that 7-7-70 guideline is generally the minimum requirement. An attic that fails to meet such requirements won’t necessarily be a lost cause, but it might be costly to make adjustments that ultimately align with local codes. 2. Access: Access is another aspect that must adhere to local safety guidelines. Many attics are accessible only through pulldown ladders, but that will have to change if homeowners repurpose their attic spaces. A staircase that complies with local laws will need to be installed, and contractors can work with homeowners to build that and estimate the cost. Homeowners who simply want to put desks in their attics without going with full-fledged conversions are urged to adhere to local access requirements anyway, as they’re intended to ensure residents can safely escape attics in the case of a fire or another emergency. 3. Climate control: Attics are converted to provide residents with more livable space. Converted space is only livable if the climate within the attic can be controlled so it’s cool in the summer and warm in the winter. An existing HVAC unit needs to efficiently heat and cool an extra room. If it can’t, bills might spike because the rest of the home likely won’t be as comfortable, forcing homeowners to adjust thermostats to offset that discomfort. That also could affect the unit’s life expectancy. Before going
forward with an attic renovation, homeowners should contact HVAC professionals to determine if attic spaces can be serviced with the existing units and ductwork, or if an alternative arrangement must be worked out to make the spaces livable. Attic conversions can be great ways to make existing spaces more livable. Homeowners considering such projects should pay attention to three important variables as they try to determine if attic conversions will work for them.
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Let alone listen to anything the public has to say. They spend more time proportionately on a simple sign requesting all kinds of information than on a major structure like 269." In a statement released on last Thursday, opponents simply said they are disappointed. "This was the outcome when there was an outpouring of comments that raised concern about height, scale, mass and setback," the statement read. "Out of 75 letters received, as noted by the chair, only one was in support, which is unlike other past large projects that have been approved." The building approval now moves to the city's Planning Board.
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who has since returned to the Council as its deputy executive director. In a news release last Thursday, the Council Executive Director Willie Janeway said: "We are pleased that the APA recognized her talents and will assign Megan a key role in its efforts to protect the park. But we are disappointed to be losing her talents here on staff. She will be missed." The council said Jackie Bowen, associate director of conservation, will take over its four-person conservation team. A version of this story was published by AdirondackExplorer.org.
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Police were canvassing the neighborhood and are taking the incident seriously. "A lot of people are upset about this," Wright said. Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police at 518-783-3211.
Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation Presents “Saratoga Springs Train Stations: Architecture and Impact” SARATOGA SPRINGS - Join the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at 7PM for “Saratoga Springs Train Stations: Architecture and Impact” with author Richard Chait. Through the years there have been many railroads that have served Saratoga Springs and the surrounding area. These have included the following lines: Rensselaer & Saratoga Railroad; Thomas C. Durant’s Adirondack Company Railway; the Fitchburg Branch of the B&M Railroad; Saratoga, Mount McGregor and Lake George Railroad; Hudson Valley Railway Company; and the D&H Railway with its main line and Adirondack Branch.
sadors make a vital first impression. Cooney, who possesses a dry wit, has become a master at reading a passenger's mood, and responding accordingly. "I'm generally outgoing and friendly and I can tell immediately if the person is someone I can kid with or not," he said. "Some people don't want any small talk and I give them just the facts." The program's origin story stems from the early 1990s, when an Albany airport board member flew to the Fort Lauderdale Airport and was impressed by the hospitality of its ambassadors. Soon, an airport ambassadors program took root in Albany. Their work was critical during the upheaval of a two-year new terminal construction and renovation, completed in 1998. Ambassadors serve as sort of human way finders, leading tours and providing directions, helpful facts and the most up-to-date airport information. Nash is a familiar presence at the busiest corridor of the airport, in front of the federal Transportation Security Administration security checkpoint line. She patrols the perimeter of the serpentine queue, making sure passengers are ready to be screened by a TSA agent. "I'll make sure they have their ID and boarding pass and let them know they can put everything else away," she said. "I've gotten pretty good at helping people find their ticket on their cellphone." Helping alleviate flying anxiety is a common theme. "People can be really nervous, especially if it's their first time flying," said Nash, a widow and mother of two daughters, who works four-hour shifts Wednesday and Thursday, beginning at 8 a.m. She worked more than 480 hours in 2021, the most of any ambassador. "Betty is friendly, kind, efficient and dedicated," Chadderdon said. "The passengers love her." The hardest shifts to fill are the predawn hours, often the busiest time at the airport. Chadderdon had an ambassador working the 4 a.m. to 7 a.m. shift, but he is sidelined with knee surgery and she has not yet found a replacement. New ambassadors, who commit to a weekly shift of two to four hours, receive training and orientation alongThroughout the 1800s and into the 1900s, Saratoga Springs was a premiere travel destination and the D&H Railway Station would be a hub of activity welcoming tourists, business people, and college students. “Much of the train station architecture in Saratoga Springs has been lost over time so it is exciting to host this virtual program that not only highlights the buildings but also the long-term impact they have had on our community,” said Nicole Babie, Membership & Programs Director. One station that remains is located at 117 Grand Avenue. It was originally the Adirondack Company Railway office and station and later became part of the D&H Railway’s Adirondack branch. The Foundation preserved the building and used it as its office for many years. This virtual program will take place on Zoom and Facebook for a suggested donation of $10 or more. For
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side a seasoned ambassador like Cooney. "If they like to help others, it's easy to train them," said Cooney, who was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1957 while studying engineering at Union College. He served as an Army instructor at Fort Benning, Ga., later earned his engineering degree at Union and was a licensed engineer and land surveyor. After retiring in 1992, he grew bored. He read a brief item in the Times Union mentioning the new ambassador program, applied and joined the first class 27 years ago. "Helen said I have to stick around for 30 years," he said. "I don't see why not." Cooney has been around so long he already wore out one of his size 42 long burgundy blazers. "I was looking kind of crummy after 23 years, so they replaced it," Cooney said. In addition to a free uniform, ambassadors get free parking in a covered garage. "That's such a big improvement," Nash said. "When I started, we parked outside and I remember having to clean off my car every time it snowed." As part of the airport's recent rebranding campaign, which included a new logo and website and "Going Places" motto, the ambassadors are getting a makeover. Burgundy blazers will be replaced by sky blue blazers, sky blue vests and navy slacks to complement the color scheme of the new logo and airport signage. Women will be issued a navy scarf and men will get navy ties. "Will they be clip-on ties?" Cooney joked. He had gotten used to open-collar shirts and is skeptical of the sky blue hue. "We'll get used to it. We'll look nice," Nash said. Nash and Cooney have no plans to hang up their official ambassador's name tags anytime soon. One of their former colleagues kept going beyond her 90th birthday. "I'm a people person and I need the camaraderie," Cooney said. "As long as I'm healthy, I'll be there," Nash said. Anyone interested in becoming an airport ambassador can contact Chadderdon at hchadderdon@albanyairport.com or 518-242-2231. Paul Grondahl is director of the New York State Writers Institute at the University at Albany and a former Times Union reporter. He can be reached at grondahlpaul@ gmail.com additional information or to register for the virtual program visit www.saratogapreservation.org or call (518) 587-5030. Everyone who pre-registers for this program will be emailed a Zoom link in advance and will receive a link to the recording.
Beaver Lodge Walk and Talk at Moreau Lake State Park GANSEVOORT - Wednesday, January 26th, 10am. Together we will visit our Back Pond beaver lodge, a short walk from the nature center, and view the beavers’ interesting abode. After, we will warm up in the Nature Center to discuss all things beaver. Kids of all ages will learn something new about our furry friends. Reservations are required at 518-917-2174. Cost is $1 per child. Pay at the office and meet at the Nature Center.
HOUSE OF THE WEEK 30 Brookline Road, Ballston
Clockwise from Top: The living room; one of two and a half bathrooms.
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The Arts and Crafts-style home was built in 1906.
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his week’s house is a Craftsman style home built in 1906 on a 3.8acre lot. It has a deep porch, a characteristic of this style, wide eaves and central second-floor dormer. The home has three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. It has 1,780 square feet of living space, a fireplace and a separate garage with a work shop inside. The large kitchen has a window over the sink. There’s a counter for seating, eating and watching meals get made as well as a formal LEIGH dining room. Additional HORNBECK highlights include a deck HOUSE OF off the back and bilco THE WEEK doors to the basement. Ballston Spa schools. Taxes: $5,686. List price: $299,900. Contact listing agent Christopher Iwinski of Coldwell Banker Prime Properties at 518-669-0265. n If
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One of three bedrooms; the den with wood-burning fireplace; the dining room; the kitchen.
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January 2022 Meeting for the Capital District Genealogical Society CAPITAL DISTRICT Saturday, January 22, 2022 at 1:00pm - Online Zoom Meeting. CDGS meetings are presently held on Zoom. Registration is free and will open to the public on 16 June 2021. See www.CapitalDistrictGenealogicalSociety. org under meetings and events. There is a 100-person limit. Topic: Family Search: The Other 70% by Jill Morelli. You put the given and surname into the fields provided by FamilySearch. You perhaps add a year and place of birth. You click the search button. Did you know-you are reaching less than 30% of the collection? It’s time to access that other 70%! You may not even know what you are missing. The key is to conduct locational searches. We will look at three traditional search strategies and three that will access those elusive image-only documents. It’s a little tougher but armed with the techniques you will learn, the search is easier and the reward is much greater!
The Shuster Series Returns to Home Made Theater BALLSTON SPA - The Shuster Series of play readings is once again being presented by Home Made Theater. Join in for a “round table” play reading as participants dissect and discuss some of theater’s great literature as a group. Roles are assigned so all who attend get plenty of “performance” time. Audience members (non-readers) also welcome. The first play in the
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series is scheduled for Saturday, January 22nd from 10:15-1:15. Participants will be reading Our Country’s Good by Timberlake Wertenbecker. Based on true events, Our Country’s Good is set in Sydney, Australia in the early days of the settlement of Australia as a penal Colony. The play is about another play, a comedy called The Recruiting Officer, being performed using convicts as the actors, and directed by a very earnest young officer. The Shuster Series play readings will be held at the Ballston Spa Public Library at 21 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa. Other dates in this season are February 19th, March 19th, April 16th, and May 21st. All readings will be from 10:15am -1:15pm. Participation is free, though there is a suggested donation of $5 to cover the
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Annual Souper Bowl of Caring Chili Fest MIDDLE GROVE - Annual Souper Bowl of Caring Chili Fest at the Middle Grove United Methodist Church Sun., Feb 13, 2022 from 10:15-1pm (or until sold out). This is a take out only event. Wide variety of homemade chili for sale for $6 per quart. Church is located at 429 Middle Grove Rd (corner of Middle Grove & North Creek Rd).
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Kid’s Ice Fishing at Moreau Lake State Park GANSEVOORT - Saturday, January 22nd, 10am-2pm. Have you ever wondered how to ice fish? Come to Moreau to get a beginner lesson and maybe even reel up a fish. Equipment provided. Registration is required. Please call 518-917-2174. Stop at the office to pay for the event, $1 per child, then head down to the warming hut. Warming hut will be open with hot cocoa. This is weather dependent. If there isn’t enough ice we will cancel.
South Glens Falls United Methodist Church Turkey Dinner Drive-Thru SO. GLENS FALLS - 15 Maplewood Parkway. 518793-1152. We are having our Turkey dinner on Saturday, January 22nd from 4:30-6:00pm. This dinner will be a drive-thru/pick-up dinner. We will not be serving sit down meals inside. Dinners will be bagged and delivered to your car. There will be a full Turkey dinner with Tomato Soup and homemade dessert . We are not able to take special requests. We will be taking pre-orders & dinners will be $12.00. We are also offering delivery service. Our phone # is 518-793-1152.
Winter Discovery Nature Walks at Camp Saratoga WILTON - On Saturday, January 22nd, at 3:30 pm Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park will be hosting a Winter Discovery Nature Walk. During this walk over gentle terrain, participants will learn about how the plants and animals living within the surrounding envi-
Knights of Columbus Fundraiser Fish Fry Takeout SARATOGA SPRINGS - Knights of Columbus Council #246 will be hosting a Fundraiser Fish Fry Takeout on Friday, January 28, 2022, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Orders will need to be placed between 12:00 and 3:00 on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday for pick-up times beginning at 5:00 and every 15 minutes thereafter until 7:00. Available will be Fried or Baked Haddock ($14.00) or Fried Clam Strips ($12.00) with French Fries, Cole Slaw, Tartar Sauce, and Cocktail Sauce, Macaroni & Cheese ($5.00), and New England Clam Chowder (pint $7.00/quart - $13.00). Call 518-584-8547 to call in your order or for more information.
Annual Sweetheart Dinner Dance with “Gravity” SARATOGA/WILTON The Saratoga/Wilton Elks Ladies Auxiliary is holding their annual Sweetheart Dance on Saturday, February 12th; at the Elks Lodge, 1 Elk Lane in Saratoga Springs. The popular Band GRAVITY will be our entertainment for the night. The evening begins with cocktails/appetizers from 6-7 pm, dinner 7 pm, and entertainment from 9-midnight. The raffles will again benefit the local CODE BLUE Shelter initiative. The Ladies will be raffling off wonderful baskets created with donations from the community and our generous Auxiliary members; including the popular Lottery Basket. This year’s entree choices are Prime Rib, Stuffed Chicken, and Eggplant Parmesan with Bucatini Pasta, served with roasted potatoes, tossed salad, roll, and glazed carrots. A Cup-
ronment have adapted to survive the harsh conditions of winter. Together, participants will also discuss the basics of winter tree identification. If there is snow, this program will include searching for signs of recent animal activity, including looking for animal tracks in the snow. If needed, snowshoes will be available for rental prior to the program for $3 per participant. This walk is also being offered again on Saturday February 5th at 3:30pm. 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 info@wiltonpreserve. org.
Signup for the Monthly Indoor Craft & Garage Sale SARATOGA/WILTON - On Sunday, January 23rd, from 11-3 pm the popular Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club on Elks Lane will hold their monthly. 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 cake Tower with a variety of flavors will be offered for dessert. You and your special Valentine will have a great evening with dinner and “GRAVITY” to entertain with lots of dancing from 9-12 for the reasonable price of $35.00 per person. Reservations are on a first come first serve basis with seating limited. RSVP to Barb Ash (518) 584-0694,
January 23, and February 27, 2022. An 8 foot table and chairs are just $15; call Linda at (518) 289-5470 for information or to sign up for a table(s). Masks should be worn by everyone per NYS Guidelines.
Consciousness -Raising Book Discussion CAPITAL DISTRICT Sunday, January 23 at 6 p.m. Join us for a spiritual book discussion. All are welcome whether or not they’ve read. This month’s book is The Power of Intention: How to Co-Create Your World Your Way by Wayne Dyer Hosted on Zoom by Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures. Call or use the Contact us form at www.newthoughtnewyork.org for Meeting ID and discussion questions. For more information, visit our meetup.com group, Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures or call (518) 366-9918.
Academy for Lifelong Learning at Saratoga Springs Offering 18, 5-week Courses this Winter SARATOGA SPRINGS The Academy for Lifelong Learning is offering its second winter term sponsored by Prestwick Chase with ten educational courses through Zoom as well as eight, in-person, outdoor and classroom offerings. Topics include Introduction to Classical Music, Global Literature, Italian Language, Music, 20th Century Local History, Snowshoeing & Hiking, American Revolution, Journal Writing, Drug Development & the FDA, Mah Jongg, Cooking, Painting, Writing from prompts, Ancient Game of Go, Intro to Taoism, Six Wives of Henry VIII, and much more. Wherever you are this winter, you can
Zoom Academy classes. Brochures are available by request. Email jeff. shinaman@esc.edu or call (518) 587-2100 x2390 or go to www.esc.edu/all. Registrations will be accepted right up until the start of classes the week of January 24. Some classes will sell out so sign up soon. Membership is $75 and goes through June 30, 2022. Five-week classes are $50 each. A spring term is also planned to start in mid-April.
Free Tax Preparation by AARP Foundation Tax-Aide for Taxpayers of All Ages with Low to Moderate Income LAKE LUZERNE - Tax preparation services will be available at the Rockwell Falls Public Library, 19 Main St., Lake Luzerne, NY 12822 on Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 pm, Thursdays from 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., and Fridays from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, starting January 25 and ending April 8. Walk-in to make appointments and pick up a tax packet. The packet contains forms to be completed and instructions on what IDs and tax documents you need to bring with you to your appointment. We are following COVID -19 guidelines including requiring face masks and social distancing. The program is open to taxpayers of all ages. AARP membership is not required. Our volunteers are trained and IRS-certified every year.
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Red Oak Ridge trail. This trail traverses half way up the mountain range and connects to the Western Ridge trail. From there we will go over to Mud Pond and make our way back up to the office. This is a moderate hike at about 4+ miles round trip. Please call 518-917-2174 to make a reservation. We will meet and pay, $5 for adults and $1 for children, at the park office.
Looking for New Social Activities? BALLSTON SPA - If you’re over 55, a long-time or new resident in the area and looking to meet active seniors, check out the Ballston Area Senior Citizens (BASC). BASC sponsors many activities. Our new temporary meeting place at the Ballston Spa VFW358 at 68 East North St. Ballston Spa. Residents from surrounding communities are welcome to join. Programs and activities include Festive Dinners, dances with live bands, “pickin’ sessions”, bus trips, weekly luncheons, exercise classes, chorus, crafts, etc. Stop in any Thursday 11:00am and join us for lunch. Yearly membership fee is $10. Call Barb Broderson, Membership Secretary at
Red Oak Ridge Hike at Moreau Lake State Park GANSEVOORT - Tuesday, January 25th,11am. Join an environmental educator on an interpretive led hike along the
518-885-4229 for sign-up information. Visit our website at ballstonmiltomseniors.com or find us on Facebook under ballstonareaseniors.com for additional information.
Eating for Heart Health SARATOGA COUNTY - Eating for Heart HealthCornell Cooperative Extension Saratoga County is offering a series of three programs on Eating for Heart Health in February, Heart Health Month. Tuesdays February 1, 8 and 15 from 12:00-12:30 via Zoom. Contact Diane Whitten at dwhitten@cornell.edu for the registration link, or go to the CCE website, www.ccesaratoga. org, for upcoming events, or call 518-885-8995. Register once to attend all three. No charge. The programs will cover topics including fats and cholesterol, sodium and the DASH diet, the Mediterranean diet and other healthy eating plans. Scan this QR Code with your smart phone camera to register.
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Week Of January 23, 2022 ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Your affection for someone could affect your impression of a certain situation, Aries. You need to take a step back or remove yourself from the situation. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Someone in a position of authority may want to invest in your future, Taurus. Even though you may be flattered by the interest, you have to weigh all of your options. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 You may learn something about a person if you’re willing to get involved in deep conversation, Gemini. Have a talk with someone you’re eager to get to know. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, a heavy load at work is manageable. Challenges keep you engaged and you thrive on the pressure. Enjoy the responsibility and all that comes with it. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Sometimes you need to put passion ahead of stability, Leo. That means explore all possibilities when it comes to relationships. You may connect with someone unexpected. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you may be able to move through chores and other things on your to-do list quite quickly this week. That opens up opportunities for some rest and relaxation. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, a chance to take a leadership role in your community is on the horizon. Take advantage of this unique opportunity and give it your all. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, this week you may be pulled in two directions, but it’s nothing you haven’t
handled in the past. Look to trusted confidantes for advice and even a little help, if necessary. SAGITTARIUS Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, find some time to delve into your passions. Figure out what piques your interests and pursue it with your customary energy. Others will admire your enthusiasm. CAPRICORN Dec 22/Jan 20 Getting romance off the ground this week may seem like climbing Mount Everest, Capricorn. Mixed messages may cloud the waters. Keep finding a way to connect. AQUARIUS Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, think about what you can bring to the table at work, and then promote your strengths to the higher-ups. They may be slow to come around but you’ll catch their attention. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, if you are feeling overworked, you may have to ask others to pitch in and take on a bigger share of the tasks at hand. FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS JANUARY 23 Doutzen Kroes, Model (37) JANUARY 24 Matthew Lillard, Actor (52) JANUARY 25 Lil Mosey, Rapper (20) JANUARY 26 Wayne Gretzky, Athlete (61) JANUARY 27 Noah Schnacky, Singer (25) JANUARY 28 Joey Fatone, Singer (45) JANUARY 29 Adam Lambert, Singer (40)
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