Saratoga TODAY July 7-13, 2023

16-year-old Leo Quinn drowned just days before he was set to give a commencement speech as Valedictorian at St. Peter’s Academy in 1923. 100 years later, his great-nephew, also named Leo Quinn, read the speech at Saratoga Catholic’s 2023 Commencement Ceremony (Photo provided by Leo Quinn).

Ed Mitzen crossing Broadway with the building that formerly sited Fingerpaint Marketing in the background.

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Secretariat, Morgan, and Steinberg Exhibitions at National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will present special exhibitions celebrating the 50th anniversary of Secretariat’s 1973 Triple Crown and chronicling renowned photographer Bert Morgan’s career covering the racing and social scenes at Saratoga.

Both exhibits open July 13. A third special exhibition featuring several works by iconic artist Saul Steinberg is already open in the Museum’s Link Gallery.

A Tremendous Machine: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Secretariat’s Triple Crown:

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of Secretariat’s historic 1973 Triple Crown sweep — in which he set records that still stand

in the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes — the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame presents a special exhibition honoring the accomplishments and enduring legacy of the famed Meadow Stable colt.

A Tremendous Machine: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Secretariat’s Triple Crown will be on exhibition in the Peter McBean Gallery, coinciding with opening day at Saratoga Race Course on July 13. The exhibit will feature Secretariat’s 1973 Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, Belmont Stakes, and Triple Crown trophies. A video component will take fans through Secretariat’s unique journey through the Triple Crown races,

as well as tell the stories of the people who guided the horse through his remarkable career. In addition to the trophies and video components, the exhibit will include an extensive array of artwork, artifacts, photography, and pop culture items. On exhibition July 13 through December 2023

The Summer Place to Be: Bert Morgan’s Focus on Saratoga will be on exhibition July 13 through October 2023

At the Races with Saul Steinberg is on exhibition now through December 2023.

For more information about the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, including upcoming events, visit racingmuseum.org or call 518-584-0400.

Celebrate Downtown Saratoga on Opening Day

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Celebrate Saratoga, an event sponsored by the Saratoga Springs Downtown Business Association, takes place 6-9 p.m. Thursday, July 13, celebrating Opening Day at Saratoga.

The event showcases downtown retailers, restaurants, and live music.

A performance by The Refrigerators will be staged at the Spa City Motor Lodge, 413 Broadway. The Coverups, and Dancers from The Dance Lab perform on the second stage, located at the Flat Rock Park and next to the Saratoga Springs City Center parking garage.

Other events: Meet “Kid Blast” - a retired racehorse and learn how equine therapy can help people heal from emotional difficulties through the help of Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga and take part in a raffle with a chance to win two tickets to the Breakfast & Breeding Tour later this month.

In combination with the Celebrate Saratoga event, storefront

windows in the downtown area will be decorated as part of the celebration. Window decorations will be judged by popular WNYT NewsChannel 13 evening anchor Mark Mulholland, Saratoga’s top 25

Julie Bonacio, and Jockey Ramon A. Dominguez. The winners will be announced on the mainstage.

The Saratoga Springs Downtown Business Association (DBA) was formed in the 1960s with a mission to market and promote the interest of commerce with a focus on businesses located in the downtown corridor.

For more information visit: saratogaspringsdowntown.com

Lifestyle of Saratoga, last year’s winner of the Celebrate Saratoga storefront window decorating contest, 2022. Photo provided.

FATAL CRASH

CHARLTON — A 62-yearold Galway man suffered fatal injuries after the vehicle he was operating struck a tree in the town of Charlton on June 28.

Anthony J. Giglio was travelling southbound on State Route 147 when his vehicle crossed

over the northbound lane, left the roadway and struck a tree, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office. The investigation indicates that unsafe speed was a contributing factor in the accident. Giglio was the only occupant of the vehicle.

Water Rescue in the Village of Corinth

Coffee Shop Reopens at Saratoga Springs Public Library

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library will cut the ribbon on its new Coffee Shop at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 12.

The Coffee Shop is on the first floor of the Saratoga Springs Public Library, located at 49 Henry St.

The Grand Opening celebration will run from noon to 5 p.m. and will feature a raffle and giveaways.

The Friends Coffee Shop will sell hot and cold beverages and a variety of snacks, as well as baked goods from The Bread Basket, a Saratoga-based member of the Business For Good family of companies, that donates all profits to charities fighting food insecurity and hunger.

The Coffee Shop is the newest retail establishment run by The Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library. The Friends Book Shop also is located on the library’s first floor. The Friends have supported the programs, staff, and

facilities of the library since 1976 and fund such programs as Saratoga Reads and Summer Reads, helped secure a new van, funded a 3-D printer, and defrayed the costs of staff development and facility upgrades during the pandemic. Community support is

primarily generated through Friends membership and the Friends Book Shop, which was founded in 1994 to generate income while providing the community with affordable reading material and a convenient, meaningful way to upcycle used books.

CORINTH — A Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office deputy and an off-duty Warren County Sheriff’s Office sergeant collaborated on a water rescue to help bring two people in distress in the river to safety.

Saratoga County Deputy Milligan was patrolling in the village of Corinth at 5:42 p.m. June 28 when he was advised by a passerby that there were two people in the river who were in distress. As

he made his way toward the river, Milligan observed two people beyond the safety wire, in obvious distress in the fast-moving current and heading toward the dam.

Milligan made contact with off-duty Warren County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Girard who was in the area. Both quickly entered the water and safely brought to shore both victims, who were evaluated at the scene by EMS and are reported to be in good health.

Saratoga County Deputy Milligan (left) and Warren County Sergeant Girard.

Photo: Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office.

The Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library opens its new coffee shop at the library next week. Photo provided.

Lynne A. DeMarco

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Lynne A. DeMarco passed away on July 1, 2023. Visiting hours: 3 – 7 p.m. Friday, July 7, 2023 at Burke Funeral Home, 628 North Broadway. Service will follow at 7 p.m. Burial: 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 8, at St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Avenue. Remembrances at www.burkefuneralhome.com

Dale Richard Palmateer

Nicole Bond

Toby J. Collier

Stephen Wray Rowe

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Nicole Bond died June 28, 2023 at Wesley Health Care Center. A private graveside service was held at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery on July 5. Condolences may be shared at compassionatefuneralcare.com

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George G. Wimet

SARATOGA SPRINGS — George G. Wimet, 75, passed the morning of June 27, 2023. Memorial donations to Hop on Home Rabbit Sanctuary, Hoponhome.org. Calling hours are 12-2 p.m. on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at Burke Funeral Home, funeral home service 2 p.m. followed by burial in Greenridge Cemetery. Please visit www. burkefuneralhome.com.

CORINTH — Dale Richard Palmateer died unexpectedly on Saturday, July 1, 2023. A service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, July 10, 2023 at Compassionate Funeral Care. Calling hours will be from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to the services at the funeral home. Condolences may be shared at compassionatefuneralcare.com

John F. “Jack” Fleming III

NORTH CREEK — Toby J. Collier, age 47 passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 27, 2023. A service was held Monday, July 3 at Compassionate Funeral Care. Calling hours were held prior to the service. Condolences may be shared at compassionatefuneralcare.com

QUEENSBURY — Stephen Wray Rowe, age 64, of Cardinal Court in Queensbury, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2023. At the deceased’s request and wishes, there will be no funeral service or calling hours. Condolences may be shared at compassionatefuneralcare.com

Gregory James Endres

HOMESTEAD, FL — Gregory James Endres, 65, passed peacefully at home on June 28 surrounded by family. Raised in Clifton Park, he graduated from Shenendehowa High School, class of 1976. A memorial gathering is being planned for the Fall. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

WILTON – John F. “Jack” Fleming III, age 73, peacefully passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023 with loved ones at his side.

Born on August 18, 1949, the son of the late Alice (Wilson) Fleming and John “Jack” Francis Fleming Jr.

Jack is survived by his loving wife, Nancy A. Fleming; children, Carrie L. Pecor (Donald) and Patrick M. Fleming (Suzann); grandchildren, Lillian, Nia, J. Sullivan, Ava and Grant; sisters, Gretta Clements, Sandy Oginsky, Mary Samascott and many friends and relations with whom he remained very close over the years. Jack was predeceased by his sister Betsy Tessier.

A life-long resident of the area, Jack grew up on Maple Avenue across from the Triangle Diner. One of five children, he was the only boy and bore the responsibility of keeping the Fleming name alive in Saratoga County – a name brought here in 1849 by his GreatGreat Grandfather.

A Catholic school attendee in his elementary years, he credited the nuns for his incredible penmanship and his distaste for rules.

At Saratoga High, he met the love of his life, Nancy, daughter of Evelyn and Edwin Izzo of McAllister Drive. Jack and Nancy would become Prom King and Queen in 1967. A few muscle cars and years later, they married on September 5, 1970. Jack became as much a part of the Izzo family as he was his own, considering

many of them amongst his closest relationships. The couple settled in the Town of Wilton and so began Jack’s love not only of Saratoga Springs, but of the blossoming community to the north to which he would devote many years.

Jack worked for The Adirondack Glass Company until he joined Ball Metal Container Corporation at the start of the 1980’s, holding various leadership capacities until his retirement in 2004. Among his many professional accomplishments is the fact that he became a Certified Beer Taster and worked with brewers across the country to improve and maintain their products. In this realm he consistently overachieved.

For over four decades, Jack was an active contributor in the Town of Wilton. Beginning in 1974, Jack was a Charter Member of the Zoning Board of Appeals. Subsequent positions of leadership followed on the Parks and Recreation and Town Ethics Advisory Boards before his election as Town Councilman, a position he would hold for over two decades. Jack’s contributions helped facilitate the creation of many neighborhoods and a strong tax base of business to keep the community thriving. Jack finished his volunteerism serving as the Chairman of the Wilton Historical Preservation Board and as a member of the Board of Directors and in the capacity of Treasurer for AIM Services, an organization dedicated to partnering with people of diverse abilities for growth and independence in their lives.

Jack was also a Past President of the Saratoga Springs Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, an organization he found through his dearest friend, Michael Dennis. The two were also members of a group known as the Unfriendly Sons of St. Patrick, affectionately named for their day-long revelry prior to and following their annual dinner on March 17th. Jack and

Mike made numerous trips to Ireland with friends and family, enjoying the golf, people, wit and landscape of their homeland. His greatest love was his family. His devotion was evident in the way he found genuine connection with each individual. His wit and wisdom were a constant source of entertainment and counsel. He loved music, classic cars, riddles, trivia, debates, a cold beer, and his many dogs, though none more than his buddy, Ashford. Frequently quoted as saying, “You can’t kid a kidder,” Jack was a humble, loyal friend and a Father for the Ages.

The family would like to thank the many medical professionals and caregivers that helped Jack on his journey, especially Dr. John Mongan, Dr. Roland Phillips, Dr. Daniel Eldredge, Dr. John Pezzulo, Dr. Ben Frazier Taylor, R.N. Ardelle McGrane, R.N. Amy, Dr. Patrick Lynch, Dr. Christine Alexander-Decker, Dr. Seth Capello, Dr. Jeffrey Paul, life-long friend Kathy Peterson for Spiritual support, and Jack’s brother-in-law Dr. Brian Izzo who helped Jack thrive in so many ways before his passing five years ago.

Relatives and friends were invited to call on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at William J. Burke & Sons Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Thursday, July 6, 2023 at St. Clement’s Church, 231 Lake Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY.

A scholarship fund will be set up in the coming week. Details will be available on the William J. Burke & Sons website. Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS POLICE DEPT

Kyle Branagan, 24, of Ballston Spa, was charged with DWI, aggravated DWI, failure to keep right on a two-lane road.

John Thomas, 49, of Sand Lake, was charged with petit larceny.

Karen Mott, 53, of Gloversville, was charged with operating a motor vehicle while impaired by drugs and passing a red light.

Daniel Perodeau, 29, of Saratoga Springs, was charged with criminal contempt, aggravated family offense, and unlawful imprisonment.

Grant Worthington, 22, of Greenwich, was charged with burglary in the second-degree.

Tammy Clark, 55, of Saratoga Springs, was charged with petit larceny, and criminal possession of stolen property.

Shane Curran, 52, of Milton, was charged with failure to pay service based on stealth.

Ursula Mangir, 34, of Argyle, was charged with criminal contempt in the second-degree.

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Tabitha R. Calise, 34, of Rexford, pleaded to felony DWI, charged July 2022 in Waterford. Sentencing Aug. 24.

Jonah T. Figueras, 27, of Wilton, pleaded to felony vehicular assault, charged May 2022. Sentencing Oct. 20.

John J. Nead, 64, of Malta, pleaded to endangering the welfare of an incompetent or physically disabled person in the firstdegree. Sentencing Aug. 25.

John J. Wolcott, 52, of Waterford, plead to criminal contempt in the first-degree. Sentencing Aug. 24.

Isaac R. Harris, 19, of Stillwater, pleaded to assault in the seconddegree. Sentencing Aug. 24.

Ashley R. Schober, 24, of Ballston Spa, pleaded to felony DWI, charged April 2023 in Saratoga Springs. Sentencing Sept. 14.

Tamela L. Sangster, 60, of Gansevoort, was sentenced to 5 years of probation, after pleading to felony DWI, charged Dec. 2022 in Northumberland.

Cody J. Letourneau, 26, of Clifton Park, was sentenced June 27 to 1 to 3 years incarceration, after pleading to failure to register as a sex offender, charged December 2022 in Malta.

Charles W. Semzock, 28, of Greenfield, was sentenced June 27 to 6-1/2 years incarceration and 12 years post-release supervision, after pleading to attempted criminal sexual act in the first-degree, charged February 2023 in Greenfield.

Alexander G. Knapp, 32, of Altamont, was sentenced June 27 to 2 years’ probation, after pleading to DWI, charged June 2021 in Clifton Park.

Michael R. Andrews, 40, of Brooklyn, was sentenced June 29 to 15 years’ probation, after pleading to attempted criminal possession of a controlled substance, charged Feb. 2022 in Wilton.

Emonie S. Rosado, 29, of Newburgh, was sentenced June 29 to 5 years’ probation, after pleading to felony identity theft, charged June 22 in Corinth.

SARATOGA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

On June 25 the Sheriff’s Office received a call of a female who reported she had been sexually assaulted by a male she met on a dating app at a residence on Selfridge Road in the town of Moreau. Investigation into the complaint resulted in the arrest of 35-year-old Michael C. Pelletier of Moreau. Pelletier is accused of engaging in oral sexual conduct with the victim without her consent. He was charged with criminal sexual

act in the third-degree, a felony, and sent to the Saratoga County Jail in lieu of bail or bond, pending further proceedings in the matter.

On June 21, the Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Unit charged Benjamin J. Sloan, 44, of Burnt Hills with two felony counts of grand larceny in the fourth-degree, in connection with a September 2022 larceny complaint from a business in Gansevoort. Sloan is accused of having used his assigned company credit card to make unauthorized purchases for his personal use. Sloan was released on appearance tickets and is due to appear in the Town of Wilton and Halfmoon Courts, at a later date.

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Brooks BBQ Fundraiser at Saratoga Senior Center July 11

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

On Tuesday, July 11, the Saratoga Senior Center will be hosting a Brooks BBQ fundraiser from 3:30 to 6 p.m. The BBQ will be at the Center at 5 Williams St. in Saratoga Springs.

Patrons may order Rib and Chicken Dinners in advance and pick them up at the Center on July 11 at a drive-through in the front of the building. Pre-ordering is the best option, as day-of event ordering will be very limited. The dinners are $15 for Chicken and $20 for Ribs. Each dinner comes with a baked potato, cole slaw and

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a dinner roll. Purchase dinners by calling 518-584-1621.

NOTE: The Senior Center will deliver orders of 15 or more to a home or business. Just let them know you would like delivery when pre-ordering.

Brooks’ House of Bar-B-Q based in Oneonta, NY is an awardwinning, world-famous BBQ.

The Saratoga Senior Center is a non-profit, non-residential community center located in downtown Saratoga Springs, open to adults aged 50 and up to participate in programs, trips & social activities tailored to adults and seniors.

Assemblywoman Woerner

Hosts Suicide Prevention Listening Session

SARATOGA COUNTY —

Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner, D-Round Lake, gathered area thought leaders from schools, churches, higher education, hospitals, veterans’ organizations and nonprofits as well as state and county offices last week during a two-hour listening session to share information about suicide prevention.

“After learning that the rate of suicide in rural communities is rising significantly and knowing my district is primarily made up of rural communities, I decided to hold a meeting with local mental health experts to begin a dialogue around this growing problem,” Woerner said in a statement.

“In order to gain a better understanding of any situation, I think it’s best to listen to a variety of

perspectives. Suicide prevention is very complicated and multi-faceted. One big take away from this meeting- we need to meet again… at our next meeting, we’ll take the conversation to the next level.”

Statistics shared: 54% of firearm deaths are from suicide; Suicide is the third leading cause of death in ages 10-24; More females attempt suicide than males, but males use more lethal means.

In Saratoga County, 3 out of 4 suicides are male and the male dominated industries, such as constructions, corrections, etc., many with access to guns, see a much higher rate of suicide. And rural communities have the highest rate of death per 100,000 people, according to statistics shared by Woerner.

SARATOGA COUNTY —

The Saratoga County Veterans Service Agency hosts a Saratoga Battlefield Tour & BBQ event for veterans on Saturday, July 22. This event aims to honor and support local veterans while providing them with a day of camaraderie and entertainment.

The Saratoga Battlefield Bus Tour will kick off the day’s activities from 10 a.m. to noon. Participants will embark on a guided tour of the historic Saratoga Battlefield, a renowned site that witnessed crucial battles during the American Revolutionary War. Veterans and their families will

have the opportunity to explore the grounds where the nation’s history was shaped.

Following the battlefield tour, the festivities will continue at Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, where the BBQ event will take place from 1 – 4 p.m. Once the event is over, Veterans and their families will be bussed back to original parking location to retrieve their vehicles and head home.

For more information or to RSVP for the Saratoga Battlefield Tour & BBQ event, click veteranspeertopeer.org/events/ for the link to sign up. RSVP deadline is July 14.

Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga Inaugural Fundraising Gala

SARATOGA — Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, a leading organization dedicated to supporting retired racehorses through retraining for therapeutic programs, will host its inaugural fundraising gala 7- 11 p.m. on Saturday, July 15 at Sugar Plum Farm, 96 Gilbert Road.

The Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga Fundraising Gala aims to raise essential funds to further their mission of providing retired racehorses with second chances. These magnificent animals, once highly competitive on the racetrack, are now given the opportunity to shine in therapeutic programs that benefit individuals with cognitive and

emotional challenges.

The event will be hosted by philanthropists Robin and Tony Malatino. Guests will enjoy a cocktail reception followed by a gourmet dinner and open bar, live entertainment and casino games. Funds raised during the evening will directly support Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga’s vital initiatives, including the retraining and care of retired racehorses, as well as the expansion of therapeutic programs across the region.

For more information about Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga and the inaugural fundraising gala, visit thsaratoga.org/events/.

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Saratoga Summer Concert Series to Kick Off July 9 in Congress Park

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Summer Concert Series returns to Congress Park for the 2023 season, kicking off on Sunday, July 9 with Fenimore Blues. Gather friends and family, bring blankets and chairs, find a spot on the lawn, and enjoy area performers.

The Saratoga Summer Concert Series will take place Sundays in July and Tuesdays in August. Shows will begin at 7 p.m. at the War Memorial in Congress Park and each concert

will be approximately 90 minutes.

The season kicks off July 9 with Fenimore Blues, featuring an eclectic mix of blues, R&B, and rock, and drawing on a notable music repertoire from Bonnie Raitt to Aretha Franklin, the Neville Brothers to the Allman Brothers, Linda Ronstadt to Etta James, Santana to Tedeschi Trucks

July 23 – Skippy and the Pistons; July 30 – Proudest Monkeys Band; Aug. 1 – MPThree;

SARATOGA — The town of Saratoga will feature a new likeness of Revolutionary War American Gen. Philip Schuyler.

The framed portrait will find a new home in the prestigious Schuyler Room and marks a significant addition to the town of Saratoga’s collection, according to a statement by town historian Sean Kelleher.

The portrait is a digital photo reproduction of a painting from the New-York Historical Society.

The painting was done in 1792 by John Trumbull, and it belonged to Schuyler’s daughter, Eliza Schuyler Hamilton. The portrait passed down in her family until it was donated to the NY Historical Society in 1915.

Saratoga Deputy Supervisor Ian Murray received a donation of General Schuyler’s portrait from Deb Peck Kelleher, President of the Old Saratoga Historical Association at Saratoga Town Hall, where the portrait was unveiled.

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Aug. 8 – Betsy and the ByeGons; Aug. 15 – Rustic Spirit; Aug. 22 –Garland Nelson and Soul Session. Saratoga Arts made this program possible through the Community Arts Regrant Program, funded by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. The free, familyfriendly concert series is a program of the Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center in partnership with Discover Saratoga and the City of Saratoga Springs.

Ian Murray receiving a donation of General Schuyler’s portrait from Deb Peck Kelleher. Photo provided.

Fred Astaire Dance Studios July 15 Dance Event to Benefit Vets,

First Responders & Frontline Healthcare Workers

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Fred Astaire Dance Studios (FADS) - Saratoga Springs is partnering with Alliance180, to host their summer showcase 1 – 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 15 at the studio, located at 3257 US-9, Suite 2, Saratoga Springs.

This year’s summer showcase theme is “From Bollywood to Hollywood.” Styles of dance to include everything from Waltz and Swing to Mongolian Folk Dance, and more. Students will

SOLD: Prominent Broadway Building Purchased for $11 Million

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be dancing alongside the studio’s professional instructors displaying months of hard work and dedication to the art of dance.

Tickets will be available at the door for $15. All ticket proceeds from the show will be donated to the nonprofit.

The studio can be reached at 518-587-0300. For more information about Fred Astaire Dance Studios - Saratoga Springs, visit online www.fredastaire.com/ saratoga-springs.

The red-brick building located on the southwest corner of Broadway and Division Street that housed Fingerpaint Marketing has been sold for $11 million to Prime Group Holdings - a private equity company owned by Robert Moser with offices on Railroad Place. The future status of the building is not known at this time.

Ed Mitzen founded Fingerpaint in 2008 and in 2018 purchased the building at 395 Broadway for $9 million. The building was originally developed in 2000 to house Borders Books & Music. Previously, the spot had sited the Red Barn restaurant, Pope’s Pizza, and the E-Z Laundromat earlier in the 20th century.

More recently, Mitzen and his wife, Lisa, formed Business for Good, a nonprofit that aims to achieve social change through business. They plan to use the profit from the sale of the building for Business for Good, according to published reports. The sale closing on June 30 was first reported by the Times-Union.

Fingerpaint employs 800 people across the globe with a

good number based locally, but with an increasing number having begun to work remotely in recent years, the two-story brickand-mortar venue on Broadway was underutilized, and the marketing company plans on maintaining a smaller office nearby.

“Admittedly I was a huge anti-proponent of working from home. I always felt if someone said they wanted to work from home they would be mowing

their yard and watching ESPN, that they’re not committed, but now I’ve done a complete 180,” Mitzen told Saratoga TODAY in late 2020, when the effects of the pandemic, and people working remotely were in full effect.

“Our folks have been unbelievably productive – probably more productive than they’ve been in the office,” Mitzen said. “We’ve all learned different ways of doing things through all this.”

Ed Mitzen crossing Broadway with the building that formerly sited Fingerpaint Marketing in the background. Photo: Fingerpaint.com.

New Congressional District Office Opens in Saratoga Springs

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A series of connected rooms showcase the type of work that will go on here as well offering the comforts of a personal touch by those who will be working in its second-floor offices.

A spread of framed 8x10s cling to one wall, depicting the State Capitol following the soft drift of a winter’s snow. A large poster of Bobby Kennedy looks back from another. A bobblehead doll of Alan Chartrock and his West Highland Terrier Murray stands atop the desk of an aide, and a black-and-white portrait of Congressman Paul Tonko clings to the office wall of another.

“It only seemed natural to move forward and grow a district office here,” said the congressman, seated inside his own office, two stories up with windows that look out over Broadway.

Recent redistricting designated that all of Albany, Saratoga and Schenectady counties, as well as a portion of Rensselaer County, make up the 20th Congressional District.

“There was a sizable bit of redistricting that affected the district, so we thought: well, let’s reconfigure. As we added the 13 northernmost townships of Saratoga, it made sense to offer proximity for them and to offer another venue for southern Saratoga other than Albany.“

Tonko’s Saratoga Springs office - located on the second floor of 433 Broadway – and his office in Albany will serve as gathering points for those who live and work in the district.

“It’s important to have that interaction with the district that you represent,” Tonko said. “And I have to say: this is a very interactive district and a great one to represent, calling with ideas, solutions, requests - not pulling away from government but getting in the middle of it, which I think was intended as a republic. “

Democrats Kirsten Gillibrand and Scott Murphy, as well as Republicans Chris Gibson and Elise Stefanik each set up city offices on Broadway over the past two decades, but it’s been a few years since the city has sited one.

“This will be here for

everyone in the district and beyond if you want to bring good ideas and opportunities for the 20th Congressional District,” Tonko said. “It’s that building of a connection that’s important and we base that public service on trust: being a good listener and then taking action on what you hear. That trust is about making sure you do all that you can to honor the request of the people that you serve.”

It is that communication from constituents that gets turned into action, Tonko explained. “If there is a struggle that a family or individual is going through, a business is going through, a notfor profit, a community – we want to be there,” he said. “This is about truly responding to those in government and making sure they hear the voices of the people in the 20th Congressional District… I think it’s a major part of the job to listen and understand people, whether that’s in written format or conversation, and achieve as much as we can on their behalf.”

The opening of the office was celebrated June 30 and included approximately three dozen supporters as well as area dignitaries, Todd Shimkus of the Saratoga County Chamber, Pete Bardunias of the Capital Region Chamber, city Mayor Ron Kim and Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner – both Democrats, and city Supervisor Matt Veitch, a Republican, among them.

“I pledge to continue to work in a bipartisan, bicameral way,” Tonko said. “It’s the way I think the Framers of our government saw this working best. So, to those of different faiths: thank you for the opportunity to build those bridges and to respond to constituents across the board... we’re in this together.”

Kristina Kruk, a locally based single mother who emigrated from Ukraine, spoke about the hurdles she and her young son faced during their relocation, issues that were resolved through the congressman’s office.

“When I arrived in this country I faced numerous challenges, including the denial of my son’s social security application,” Kruk said through interpreter Elizabeth O’Connor. “When I reached out to Congressman Tonko’s office, things started to change. They listened to

my concerns and took immediate action. He looked into our case and reached out to the Social Security Administration. Thanks to his intervention the matter was expedited, and my son’s application was accepted,” she said. “I encourage all of you to reach out to his office if you ever need his assistance.”

Congressman Paul Tonko, at Open House for new Saratoga Springs District Office on June 30, 2023. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

First of its Kind: Help on the Way for Veteran Moms

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

BALLSTON — A groundbreaking ceremony was held on June 27 for Foreverly House - a two-family home that will provide transitional housing for Veteran Moms and their children.

Foreverly House will be located at 1214 Saratoga Road in the town of Ballston and next to Guardian House, where the Veterans & Community Housing Coalition (VCHC) provides housing and services for homeless Veteran women. It is the first known facility of its kind.

A single Veteran Mom returning from service often chooses between giving up custody of her children to receive the support services she needs, or foregoing these essential services while making the transition back to civilian life. Without proper support, these women may continue to suffer

from PTSD, sexual trauma, anxiety, depression, sleep disorders and homelessness.

A grassroots effort began three years ago to build Foreverly House. It was an idea born out of a conversation in a West Ave. eatery three years ago when Veterans Ball Honorary Chair Ray O’Conor, Tiffany Orner – a veteran of the Air Force, and Cheryl Hage-Perez - who had served as executive director of VCHC, shared a conversation during breakfast at Shirley’s Restaurant.

The name Foreverly House – is named after the song “Foreverly,” written by local singer-songwriter Jeff Brisbin.

Without funding from state or federal agency resources, Foreverly House became through the generosity of major donors such as Business For Good, Stewart’s Shoppes, The Saratoga Foundation, IUE-CWA Housing Corp., the American Legion, and the South Glens Falls High Marathon Dance,

as well as donations from dozens of other businesses and hundreds of individuals who care deeply about our Veterans. Trinity Building and Construction Management Corp. is donating its services as the general contractor for the project. Several subcontractors and area suppliers are also donating or discounting their services or products.

Moms are still a rarity in the military. Women make up 16 percent of enlisted forces and 19 percent of the officer corps, and a minority of those women have children under 18, according to a November 2020 article “The ‘Gut Wrenching’ Sacrifice of Military Moms,” written by Jessica Grose and published in the New York Times.

The Veterans & Community Housing Coalition hopes to complete the project and move the first Veteran Moms and their kids into Foreverly House in November. For more information, go to: www.vchcny.org/foreverly-house.

Michelle Straight of the Veterans & Community Housing Coalition, Sheila Holman Foreverly House Committee, Ray O’Conor, and Cheryl Hage-Perez. Photo provided.

BALLSTON

Kathleen Engle sold property at 18 Parkwood Dr to Nicholas Gallo for $460,000

Lauria Rockwell sold property at 13 Cornerstone Dr to Bernard Brennan for $375,000

Eastline Holdings LLC sold property at 15 Timber Creek Dr to Avinash Kotapati for $616,755

Brookview Court sold property at 44 Arcadia Ct to Seth Hendrick for $375,267

Terry Dingman sold property at 975 Rt 67 to BBL Ridgeback LLC for $350,000

Eastline Holdings LLC sold property at 3 Linden Ct to Christine Shields for $471,864

GREENFIELD

Jenna Leskovec sold property at 4444 NYS TR 9N to Sammy Foda for $312,000

Stewarts Shops Corp sold property at 26 Locust Grove Rd to William Bohrer for $200,000

Jodi Urbaniak sold property at 36 Southwest Pass to Nicholas Deyette for $320,000

Timothy Schultz sold property at 99 Goose Hollow Rd to Style Counsel LLl for $316,500

MALTA

Malta Land Company LLC sold property at 4 Spinnaker Dr. to Thomas Turkenkopf for $796,410

Daniel French sold property at 234 Thimbleberry Rd to Matthew Ilnycky for $290,000

Michaels Group Homes LLC sold property at 29 Wiggins Dr to Wilma Mosley for $467,050

SARATOGA

8 Burgoyne LLC sold property at 8 Burgoyne St to 2 Ranger Road LLC for $290,000

SARATOGA SPRINGS

434 444 Church St LLC sold property at 440 Church St to Ramsey Weaver Properties LLC for $485,000

Beechwood Saratoga LLC sold property at 43 Jenna Jo Ave to Gardner Cummings for $1,793,550

Greenbush Renewal Holdings LLC sold property at 88 Ballston Ave to Benjamin Moeller for $429,500.

John Sigsby sold property at 33 Caroline St to RSJATTTOS9 LLC for $499,000

John Famosi sold property at 313 Jefferson St to Marini Residential Services LLC for $250,000

Saratoga Affordable Housing Group sold property at 70 Jefferson St to Thomas Ruane for $425,000.

Carmella Mayette sold property at 41 Jaipur Ln to Edward Towers for $309,000.

Nicole Lattera sold property at 24 York Ave to Cole Rock LLC for $1,100,000

Westside Station LLC sold property at 17B Marvin Alley to 1560 Skyline Dr LLC for $850,000

Mark Carpenter sold property at 00 Doten Ave to Marini Residential Services LLC for $317,000.

WILTON

Irina Polsinelli sold property at 319 Louden Rd to Allen Rock for $450,000.

Stand By Me Holdings LLC sold property at 36 Fairway Blvd to Gregory Mitouart for $401,000

This beautiful home at 15 Pinehollow Dr Ballston Spa was listed by Carol Raike of Roohan Realty and sold for $450,000.

Offerings Continue to Expand at Finishing Touches

MALTA — Doug Dockendorf and Shelly Walker initially purchased the WigginsCollamer House in Malta in 2020 as the new location for Finishing Touches Home Decor, Walker’s interior design, home decor, and gift company.

They redeveloped part of the building to an ice cream shop called Cookies & Cream, serving customers outside through windows. The ice cream options were expanded the following year, and a coffee bar was added last May.

Now, they have expanded their offerings yet again, introducing a variety of gourmet fudge, truffle, and chocolate products from Chocolate Moonshine.

“There’s nothing like this anywhere around,” said Dockendorf. “We’ve got, pretty much, four businesses in one. We’ve got Finishing Touches, which is the gift store and

interior design, we’ve got Cookies & Cream, which is the ice cream, we have the little coffee bar, and then we have now, all the truffles and fudge.”

Dockendorf described Chocolate Moonshine’s products as “a visual experience.”

“It is truly the finest chocolates in the world,” said Dockendorf. “And when I say that, I mean that. It’s just amazing.”

Chocolate Moonshine’s truffle bars are made with Belgian chocolate and a milk chocolate ganache inside, Dockendorf said, and hand-painted with cocoa butter. They also offer gourmet fudge, chocolate-covered turtles, pretzels, and more.

“They make great gifts, great presents,” Dockendorf said. Unless you buy them online, you can’t get them locally. So we added that in.”

Cookies and Cream’s chocolate is located inside across from the coffee bar. The coffee bar opened last year, offering a variety of products including lattes, cappuccinos, espressos, affogato, iced coffee, and organic tea.

“It was supposed to just be a little self-serve coffee station, and it turned into everything,” Walker said. “Which is good, because we sell a lot of lattes, cappuccinos, and espressos.”

The coffee bar also offers a selection of baked goods from The Sugar Fairy Bakes, which recently opened a location in Malta, with Dockendorf saying supporting other local businesses is “what we’re all about here.”

The historic WigginsCollamer House was built in 1835 and was formerly used as Malta’s Town Hall, according to information on the Town of Malta website.

The building borders Collamer Park, and features a large outdoor space and patio that Dockendorf and Walker are supplementing with improvements and additions such as a redone lawn, a tent, bathrooms,

seating areas, and a variety of outdoor games.

“Jump ropes, we’ve got Connect 4,” Walker said. “We’ve got cornhole, Jenga, coloring books out there, checkers.”

“We put a chess set in, a big, outdoor chess set, which is awesome,” said Dockendorf. “Everybody’s out here every day playing it.”

Dockendorf emphasized his goal of creating a space where people can spend time outdoors, and said that the community response so far has been “unbelievable.”

“We’re trying to create something for the town, for Saratoga, and for the surrounding areas, to make it something special,” said Dockendorf. “Everyone is so excited about it. And we’re excited too, because we want them to come, and have fun with it. It’s not just about us. It’s about getting to know everybody in the town.”

“It’s not just a place people come, get ice cream, and then leave,” Walker added. “They can sit and hang out with their friends, and chat. The kids are going wild out there, running from one thing to the other.”

Dockendorf said he hopes for people to “spend time and hang out” in the park and its adjoining spaces. “I want them to come sit on that picnic table for a couple hours,” said Dockendorf. “Let them have fun. Let them enjoy the park. … I think it’s a wonderful place to spend time.”

Collamer Park also includes a basketball court that adjoins the property, and Dockendorf said he is planning to convert a large bush on the property into a ‘kids zone.’

“I saw a couple kids run in there one day,” Dockendorf said. “I looked in there, and it’s all these vines in there and stuff. So we’re going to make it a kids’ zone. We have lots of kids here, every day. It’s getting busier every day. We love it.”

Dockendorf said since opening, the interactions with the local community have been “the best part about it.”

“We’ve got some wonderful people that work for us,” Dockendorf said. “We’ve got great neighbors and great customers. It’s just amazing. For Shelly and I, it’s the best thing we’ve ever done.”

Chocolate Moonshine products for sale at Finishing Touches in Malta. Photos by Dylan McGlynn.

A giant chess set on the outdoor patio at Cookies & Cream and Finishing Touches in Malta.

The Saratoga Winery Purchased by Local Hospitality Couple, The Brilliant Group

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The Brilliant Group, owned by Annie & Andrew Brill, has acquired The Saratoga Winery, the group announced in a press release.

The Saratoga Winery is a winery, restaurant, event, and live music venue. It was formerly owned by Tara and Rich Nimmo.

“We are very excited to start this next chapter of our lives and of the business,” said Brilliant Group president Annie Brill in the release. “The Winery is an institution in Saratoga. We feel honored to be at the helm and to purchase a restaurant with such great notoriety and reputation.”

Ms. Brill is the general manager of The Saratoga Winery, and Mr. Brill is a sales manager at Mazzone Hospitality. They have a combined 35 years of industry experience, the release states.

“Saratoga has such a great restaurant scene with loyal customers who love to support great local businesses,” Brill said. “We already have a great thing going at The Winery. Andrew and I are not looking to reinvent the wheel here, but to elevate the food, drink, and overall customer experience. We are also excited to bring our extensive background in events to The Winery and offer even more

public and private events to our customer base.”

This is the company’s first restaurant acquisition. The release states that The Brilliant Group’s mission statement is “to offer unique and exceptional hospitality experiences to a local audience.”

Announce Plans for First IBM Quantum System One on College Campus

‘Quantum Valley’: RPI, IBM

TROY — IBM and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have announced that RPI will become the first university in the world to house an IBM Quantum System One computer.

The IBM quantum computer is intended to be operational by January 2024, a press release states, and will serve as the foundation of a new IBM Quantum Computational Center in partnership with RPI.

The release states that RPI’s vision is to “enhance the educational experiences and research capabilities of students and researchers at RPI and other institutions, propel the Capital Region into a top location for talent, and accelerate New York’s growth as a technology epicenter.”

RPI is investing more than $150 million into research of applications for quantum computing, with philanthropic support from Curtis R. Priem, RPI Class of 1982 and vice chair of the RPI Board of Trustees. The new quantum computer will be part of RPI’s new Curtis Priem Quantum Constellation, a faculty-endowed center for collaborative research.

“We are grateful for Curtis Priem’s support. RPI is building upon our longstanding collaboration with IBM to harness state-ofthe-art computing to find solutions to global challenges, while training the next-gen workforce in quantum,” said Marty A. Schmidt ‘81, Ph.D., President of RPI, in the release. “We look forward to

working with our partners in the region to transform the Hudson River Valley into ‘Quantum Valley.’”

Quantum computers harness the laws of quantum mechanics to process information and may solve problems that are too complex for classical supercomputers, such as advancements in computational science research, artificial intelligence, and materials, the release states.

The agreement includes a commitment to provide an upgrade to the system installed at RPI in 2026.

“Today’s quantum computers are novel, scientific tools that can be used to model problems that are

extremely difficult, and perhaps impossible, for classical systems, signaling that we are now entering a new phase of utility for quantum computing,” said Darío Gil, Senior Vice President and Director of IBM Research, in the release. “We expect this collaboration to continue to have tremendous impact for the area’s growth as a corridor of innovation, from New York City to the Capital Region.”

RPI is also home to the Artificial Intelligence Multiprocessing Optimized System (AiMOS), which is the most powerful private university-based supercomputer in the United States, the release states.

Photo by Dylan McGlynn.

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS: PREGNANCY DISCRIMINATION AND ACCOMMODATIONS

by Giovanna D’Orazio, of D’Orazio Peterson for Saratoga TODAY

As of June 27, 2023, we have a new law in effect on the national level: the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). The law provides a federal right to reasonable accommodations for limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy related medical conditions. The PWFA applies to public and private employers with 15 or more employees, Congress, Federal agencies, employment agencies, and labor organizations.

Most of us are familiar with accommodations for disabilities – if you can do your job with an accommodation (for example, light duty or an adjustment to your schedule)

your employer is supposed to work with you to grant a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable doesn’t necessarily mean you get exactly what you ask for, but it’s something that will accommodate your disability and allow you to do your job without putting an undue burden on your employer.

Prior to the PWFA, there was a loophole where, if a limitation or medical condition related to your pregnancy did not rise to the level of a “disability” within the meaning of the law, you had no explicit legal right to an accommodation. This means that women could be fired for needing to carry a water bottle or not being able to lift heavy items. If an employer provided accommodations to some workers without disabilities, but not pregnant women, you could make a pregnancy discrimination argument (there was a successful Supreme Court decision on this involving UPS), but that is certainly not as straightforward as being entitled to an accommodation in the first place.

Some examples of accommodations in the PWFA guidance include: the ability to sit or drink water; receive closer parking; have flexible hours; receive appropriately sized uniforms and safety apparel; receive additional break time to use the bathroom, eat, and rest; take leave or time off to recover from childbirth; and be excused from strenuous activities and/or activities that involve exposure to compounds not safe for pregnancy.

In addition to the PWFA, we have several other protections for pregnant employees including:

•The federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (which applies to larger 50+

employee employers and public employers) allows up to 12 weeks of job protected leave (unpaid) for serious health conditions, maternity and paternity leave, and prenatal appointments;

•Title VII of the Civil Rights Act (as amended by the Pregnancy Discrimination Act) prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex and pregnancy;

•The Americans with Disabilities Act which, if a pregnancy-related condition rises to the level of a “disability”, prohibits discrimination and requires reasonable accommodations;

•The New York State Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, pregnancy and disabilities, and requires accommodations of pregnancy related medical conditions and disabilities.

Whether and which laws apply to you depends on various factors including how many employees your employer has, whether you fall within the legal definitions of a disability or a serious health condition, and, in the case of the FMLA, how long and how often you’ve been working for your employer.

What if you need an accommodation or leave? Employers should have policies in their employee handbooks that lay out an appropriate request procedure. The FMLA has its own paperwork to be completed by a medical provider in connection with a request for leave. Typically, you would request this paperwork from Human Resources or your boss if you have a smaller employer without an HR department. While there can be circumstances where a need for an accommodation is so obvious the employer should start the process itself, the law encourages

employees to ask for what they need. Whether an employer has met its obligations often depends on what it knew and when.

What can you do if you are denied an accommodation or if you are being harassed or discriminated against? Denial of an accommodation is what the law calls an “adverse employment action” – this means you have the right, at that point, to file an EEOC charge or a complaint at the NYS Division of Human Rights for failure to accommodate. An EEOC charge is required to preserve your right to file a lawsuit under certain federal laws. You are not required to file a complaint at the NYS Division of Human Rights to preserve your state law claims and could choose to immediately file a lawsuit instead. The FMLA also allows for immediate lawsuits. Internal complaints to your boss and/or Human Resources are also options to attempt to remedy discrimination or harassment, especially by a coworker.

As always, every situation is unique. Whether a requested accommodation is “reasonable” varies and is specific to your job duties and the needs of both the employer and employee. If you feel you are being discriminated against or that you have been denied an accommodation, you should consult your employee handbook and consider contacting an attorney before taking drastic action like resigning. The law encourages employees and employees to work together to figure this out before an end to the employment relationship.

This article is for informational purposes and should not be relied on as legal advice or in taking action at work.

with Peter Bowden

Gardening A tropical look for northern gardens

All around town I see that the winter hardy members of the hibiscus are putting on their show. Their flower closely resembles that of the tropical hibiscus that is so popular in the tropics. It is the state flower of Hawaii.

Written & Photographed by Peter Bowden for Saratoga TODAY

While the althea is a woody shrub, there’s another hardy hibiscus, the mallow hibiscus that is perennial in nature (it dies to the ground in winter). Like althea or Rose of Sharon, the mallow hibiscus is a relative of the tropical hibiscus although the flowers are much larger. The showy mallow hibiscus will grow

The tall (up to 10’) woody shrub that we see blooming around the area right now is althea also called Rose of Sharon. It seems that althea is gaining in popularity lately. I greatly admire the single flowering varieties that I’m starting to see more of. These single flowering altheas weren’t widely available when I planted my hedge 10 years ago or I would have surely opted for one of those. Rose of Sharon is available in a wide range of colors but tend toward the reds and lavenders. There are even varieties that have a bi-colored flower and there’s a nice white that I’ve seen as well. The flowers are a bit smaller than those of the tropical hibiscus but you can see the resemblance.

from the ground to a height of 4’ to 6’ during each growing season. Mallow hibiscus flowers range in color from white to deep purple and encompass every shade of pink in between. As if this weren’t enough, the flowers can be as large as a dinner plate! I know you’ve seen these around town since they are in flower right now.

A lot of folks don’t realize that this plant is hardy in our area and will easily survive over winter to return larger and showier each year. Each of the giant flowers that a mallow hibiscus produces will only remain open for one day. Fortunately, they produce plenty of buds so the show goes on for at least a couple of weeks and

Mallow Hibiscus

even longer for a well-established clump. You can see how large Mallow Hibiscus flowers are by using my face for comparison... this is the largest flower we can grow this far north...the tropics have nothing on us!

If you plant either of these northern members of the hibiscus family, you’ll need to be patient in spring. Neither the woody shrub althea nor the perennial mallow

hibiscus will show any sign of life until spring is well under way. I usually see no sign of life from either in my yard until the lilacs are in bloom. That’s when the first leaves appear on my althea and the mallow hibiscus is just poking a shoot up from the soil. They are amazing plants and easily deserve a place in your garden.

Thanks for the read!

Althea, Rose of Sharon

Tropical Hibiscus

A Century in the Making: Lost Speech Unveiled at Spa Catholic Graduation

SARATOGA SPRINGS

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In 1923, 16-year-old Leo Joseph Quinn was preparing for the next chapter of his life. Quinn was set to graduate as the class valedictorian at St. Peter’s Academy (now Saratoga Central Catholic School) and was set to give a speech at the commencement ceremony.

But he never received that opportunity. Just days before the commencement, the 16-year-old drowned in Saratoga Lake.

100 years later, Quinn’s speech has finally been read, by his greatnephew of the same name.

A 1986 graduate of Saratoga Catholic, Quinn was able to relay the speech to graduates at Saratoga Catholic’s 2023 commencement ceremony on June 23.

Quinn said he did not know much about his great-uncle growing up but became interested in the family history after finding old family possessions.

“I found a couple of my grandfather’s, Uncle Leo’s brother, found a couple of his journals from 1919 and 1920,” said Quinn.

“I found out that my cousin Tracy had ‘21 and ‘22, so that sort of started my interest in that family’s history.”

Then, several years later, Quinn received more from his uncle’s things, which included a journal from his great-uncle Leo.

“It included a very old notebook with a sticker on the front that said, ‘Leo Quinn Physics,’” Quinn said. “I opened that up, and there were a bunch of old papers from his school and that one sheet of paper.”

On the back of the sheet, “Is this Leo’s speech?”, was written in pencil, Quinn said.

“I don’t know who wrote that or when it was written, but going through it, it certainly seemed like a valedictorian address,” said Quinn.

Quinn then found a pair of newspaper articles in The Saratogian, one covering his great-uncle’s death and one covering the 1923 commencement. He said all he knows of his greatuncle comes from “those two newspaper articles.”

“That’s all I know,” said Quinn. “My grandfather was the oldest of five kids. Leo was the youngest, and my grandfather was the oldest. Both their parents were dead. They had died in 1922 and 1923. My grandfather was in charge of things. When his brother died, I can only imagine the effect it has on him.”

A Saratogian article from June 21, 1923 states, “Although (Quinn) was but sixteen years old, he was president and valedictorian of this year’s class of St. Peter’s High school and was to have been graduated with his class at St. Peter’s Catholic church next Sunday morning.”

The article states that Quinn was an altar boy at St. Peter’s Church and was planning to attend Holy Cross University to study for the priesthood.

He was posthumously awarded with the St. Peter’s Alumni prize and the Scholarship Medal at St. Peter’s commencement ceremony, which occurred just four days after his death, according to an article in The Saratogian on June 25, 1923 covering the graduation.

Quinn said he initially pitched the idea to the school in January and followed up with Saratoga Catholic principal Christopher Signor in May.

“The principal loved the idea, thought the students would be moved by it,” said Quinn.

Quinn noted the “sad irony” of the speech, which partially

discusses the prospect of being young with a full life ahead.

“Well, I just see the sad irony in it all, talking about a high school graduate not having really lived yet, and all this life to live,” said Quinn.

“The high school graduate is comparatively young in years. He has all his life before him,” part of the speech reads. “He has been getting ready for life during all the years of his past existence, but as yet, he has not really lived.”

Quinn said it was “great” to be able to read the speech, saying he knew “nothing about what happened after the graduation.”

“Did they find the speech? Did they think about delivering it?” Quinn said. “I knew nothing about that. I feel like I closed a long, open loop for Uncle Leo.”

“It is a fine thing to be alive, it is a fine thing to know you are

alive, but it is a much finer thing to be able to contain the subtle essence of your aliveness, and put it to the highest possible use,” another part of the speech reads. “We intend to make the most of living in a religious and intellectual sense, with the aid of Him.”

At the commencement, Quinn noted the speech ends with a colon, saying to those in attendance, “I think he probably wasn’t quite finished with it yet.” However, he said this serves as a strong metaphor for current graduates.

“My cousin Tracy Quinn, here today, pointed out that the colon is a great metaphor for where you are right now,” Quinn said at the commencement. “Unfinished, could go anywhere, could do anything. And you have the opportunity that he did not. The opportunity to be men and women worthwhile. And I hope you use it well.”

16-year-old Leo Quinn drowned just days before he was set to give a commencement speech as Valedictorian at St. Peter’s Academy in 1923. 100 years later, his great-nephew, also named Leo Quinn, read the speech at Saratoga Catholic’s 2023 Commencement Ceremony (Photo provided by Leo Quinn).

Schuylerville Class of 2023 Commencement

SCHUYLERVILLE —

Schuylerville High School held its 77th annual commencement ceremony on June 22, honoring the Class of 2023.

105 diplomas were awarded at graduation, with an additional diploma awarded to the family of former student Dan MacMillan,

who passed away January 2, 2022.

The commencement ceremony was held at Black Horse Stadium on the Schuylerville CSD campus for the fourth consecutive year. Musical performances were given by the Schuylerville Vocal Ensemble under the direction of Jodi

Ogburn, with assistance from Christopher Tucker.

“Graduates, please know that your school community is truly proud of you and wishes you the very best in your future endeavors,” said Schuylerville High School principal James Ducharme in a statement posted to the district website. “To the Class of 2023: your story continues to be written every day. You have a choice each day as to what you make of that day. I believe each of you possesses the tools and abilities to accomplish extraordinary

achievements. Be motivated for your dreams. Your inner drive. It’s your most powerful tool. Find something you love to do, and

you’ll never have to work a day in your life.”

To view additional photos, visit saratogatodaynewspaper.com.

Photos courtesy of Schuylerville CSD Communications Director Taryn Kane.

Ballston Spa HS Celebrates Class of 2023

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Ballston Spa High School honored 289 members of the Class of 2023 on June 23, hosting its annual commencement ceremony at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center.

Student Government President Celina Beyer-Teal, Class of 2023 President Isabella Bennice,

Valedictorian Mia Bedell, and Salutatorian Lee McKinley all spoke during the ceremony. BSHS interim principal Richard Murphy, Superintendent Dr. Gianleo Duca, and Board of Education president Jason Fernau also addressed those in attendance.

To view additional photos, visit saratogatodaynewspaper.com.

Photos courtesy of Stuart Williams.

Puzzles

Writing the Right Word by Dave Dowling

Accuracy in word choice is a key to effective communication. In your daily writing and speaking, try to make sure you use the right word in the right place with the right spelling. By doing so, its effect will affect your communication in a positive way. This quick weekly tip will help you filter the confusion in some of our daily word choices.

This Week: Leak, Leek

Leak refers to the escape or passage of something. All of the water leaked out of his canteen while he was hiking.

Leek refers to an edible plant (part of the onion family). Rick grew beets, tomatoes, and leeks in his garden.

Dave Dowling is the author of The Wrong Word Dictionary and The Dictionary of Worthless Words. Both books are available from many book retailers, and signed copies can be obtained by contacting Dave at dave.dowling65@gmail.com

Food

Stretching Your Dollars at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is for everyone, and through a variety of state and federally-funded programs, the market makes it possible for everyone to benefit from healthy foods from local farms.

Those who receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can purchase $1 and $5 tokens with their EBT card. With every $2 purchased, they’ll also receive $2 in FreshConnect coupons. While the coupons expire on December 31, the tokens never do. Shoppers not only double their money but also can budget their SNAP benefits around seasonal foods.

Meat, fish, baked goods, dairy, fruits and vegetables, flowers, plants, and hand-crafted artisanal foods can all be purchased with EBT tokens and FreshConnect coupons.

While vendors cannot give change in the form of cash, they can and will complete the balance of the purchase with additional items.

In the summer months, the Saratoga Farmers’ Market also accepts Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) coupons. These $5 coupons give shoppers over the age of 60 with limited income an opportunity to buy local, fresh produce.

The Saratoga Office for the Aging will distribute FMNP coupons to eligible seniors at the market on the following dates: Saturdays, July 8 and August 5, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays, July 19 and August 16, from 3 to 5 p.m., and at the Clifton Park Farmers’ Market on Mondays, July 24 and August 14, from 2 to 5 p.m.

The market also hosts the food-distributor Comfort Food Community every other Saturday during the

Tomato Zucchini Gratin

summer. As part of a partnership with healthcare provider CDPHP, Comfort Food Community distributes $5 coupons to CDPHP members that can be spent at the market on most foods. This coupon is for certain CDPHP members who qualify for the produce prescription program. It is not open to all members.

In addition, market vendors share their bounty with the Franklin Community Center and Comfort Food Community food pantries. In the final minutes of each market, market staff, interns, and volunteers collect donations from vendors. The vendors give about $200-$500 a week, according to Himanee Gupta of Squash Villa Farm, who helps facilitate the donation collections.

“As a farmer, I want to help feed my entire community,” says Gupta. “I appreciate how the Farmers Market Nutrition Program, FreshConnect coupons, and other initiatives help make that possible by allowing many customers to stretch their dollars further.”

The Saratoga Farmers Market is 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays in the food court of the Wilton Mall. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for previews of what’s fresh.

YIELDS: 6 servings | PREP & COOK TIME: 40 min

INGREDIENTS:

*Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

• 3 slices (3 oz) bread*

• 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided

• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme*, chopped fine

• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano*, chopped fine

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

• 3/4 cup hard cow’s milk cheese*, grated

• 4-5 medium tomatoes*, sliced 1/2 inch thick

• 2 medium zucchini*, sliced 1/4 inch thick

• salt and pepper to taste

• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

• 2 large cloves garlic*, minced

• 1 tablespoon shallot*, diced

• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves*

INSTRUCTIONS :

1. Preheat oven to 400F. Hand-tear bread to form coarse crumbs. Place on a sheet pan and bake at 400 degrees for 3-5 minutes, until dried out.

2. Toss toasted bread, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, thyme, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cheese together in a bowl. Set aside.

3. Alternate tomato and zucchini slices in a shallow baking pan. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Whisk together remaining olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, and shallot. Pour over tomatoes and squash. Top evenly with breadcrumb mixture.

5. Bake at 400 for 15-20 minutes or until bread crumbs are toasty. Tear basil leaves on top and serve warm or at room temperature.

Adapted from the recipe by Tonia Schemmel, featured on Feasting at Home

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Photos by Pattie Garrett.

by Marie Sova for Saratoga TODAY

HIGH ROCK PARK

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY

“SO VERY Fondue of you”

Hello my Foodie Friends!

Several summers ago, Paula and I had the opportunity to visit Jackson Hole, Wyoming where we attended Brad and Julia’s beautiful wedding. At the base of the Grand Teton mountains is the beautiful Teton Village within Jackson Hole. We stayed at the Alpenhof Lodge that reflects the European style Switzerland feel of the village. Within the lodge includes an Alps- inspired cuisine restaurant that served various types of fondue offerings. The menu consisted of Gruyère and Emmenthler cheeses blended with white wine, completed with kirschwasser, served with bread and apples. Or you could choose the traditional Swiss Cheese, Gruyère, Vacherin, Fribougeois blended with white wine and finished with Kirschwasser and served with bread and apples. Is your mouth watering yet? The blend of the various cheese selection was incredible.

So, what is Fondue? Fondue is a common dish shared at the table heated over a small burner. Forks are used to dip bits of food (most often bread or staple foods such as meats, vegetables or fruit) into either delectable, melted cheese, oil, broth or chocolate (for dessert). This simple traditional meal allows guests to prepare their own feast and enjoy conversation and fun at the same time. While cheese fondue is the most widely known, meat and chocolate fondue are just as traditional, making a fun evening with friends and family unique and memorable

During the summer, we are always looking at what to serve our traveling guests that come to the area to visit. If you are looking for something unique to serve as you entertain, consider serving fresh fruits such as pineapple, strawberries, melon, or bananas with a chocolate fondue. Or serve a cheese fondue. Perhaps have a Fondue Happy Hour. Serve your favorite fondue with a glass of wine. You can also do a meat fondue with a base of either white or red wine. Maybe even bring it camping with you! Combine BBQ and fondue to offer an alternative this summer.

At Compliments to the Chef, we carry cast iron fondues by the Swissmar company. The cast iron fondue sets offer

Traditional Cheese Fondue

INGREDIENTS

• 1 garlic clove, halved crosswise

• 1-1/2 cups dry white wine (375ml)

• 1 tbsp corn starch (15ml)

• 2 teaspoons kirsch (kirsch is a clear, colorless brandy) (10ml)

INSTRUCTIONS

• 1/2 lb. Emmental cheese, grated (500ml/2 cups)

• 1/2 lb. Gruyere cheese, grated (500ml/2 cups)

• nutmeg

• pepper

• 1 loaf good bread, cut into 1-inch cubes

Rub the inside of a Swissmar fondue pot with the cut sides of the garlic to flavor the pot. Discard garlic (or keep it in for a little more flavor).

Pour the wine into a pot and bring to a mild simmer over medium heat. Toss together the grated cheese with the cornstarch. Gradually add the cheese/cornstarch mixture one handful at a time to the heated wine in the pot and cook, stirring constantly in a zigzag pattern.

Bring fondue to a simmer and cook, stirring, about 5-8 minutes until thickened. Stir in the Kirsch, nutmeg and pepper. If preparing your fondue in a separate pot, transfer cheese fondue mixture to a fondue pot set over lit fondue burner and serve with cubed bread for dipping.

Recipe courtesy of beyonddiet.com

the utmost in versatility. In addition to their décor savvy color pallet, they are ideal for meat, cheese AND chocolate fondue. Cast iron pots provide even heat distribution, making them ideal for cooking at both high and low temperatureswithout hot spots. Another cool way to enjoy melted cheese is through the use of a raclette grill. A raclette grill is a tabletop appliance used to melt individual portions of cheese to enjoy with meat, bread, and vegetables.

So, let’s get dipping this summer. Creating a cheesy fondue is perfect for summer grilling. Serve with grilled vegetables or

slices of grilled baguette. Stop by Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store located at 33 Railroad Place to get the items you need to entertain this summer. Back to Jackson Hole Wyoming. We would recommend making a trip out there. We spent time in Yellowstone National Park and experienced the grandeur of the Teton mountains. Simply breathtaking.

Remember my Foodie Friends; “Life Happens in the Kitchen,”

Take Care, John & Paula

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This Week’s Events: JULY 7-13

FRIDAY, JULY 7

Seeing Through the Lens of Orra Phelps

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Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton

9 – 10 a.m. | Join our interns for a walk at the Orra Phelps Preserve and share the respect and love for nature that made Dr. Orra Phelps the wonderful naturalist she was. Learn about her amazing life and see the beauty of the Orra Phelps Preserve in the summer. Registration is suggested. To sign up call us at 518-450-0321, email at info@wiltonpreserve.org or visit the website at wiltonpreserve.org.

The Orchard Project 2023 Arts Festival

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Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | Various Times

July 7, 8 and 9. The Orchard Project is overjoyed to return to our summer home of Saratoga Springs. We are expanding upon a tradition of local events that began with the likes of Ben Folds, Esperanza Spalding, Savion Glover, and Alan Cumming –inviting artists at the forefront of storytelling to share their work, process, and sources of inspiration. The weekend will include workin-progress showings of new work and free workshops, concerts, and conversations that share a joy of storytelling, creativity, and process. For more information about the events, visit orchardproject.com/ orchard-project-2023-saratogaevents-seat-reservation-form/

SATURDAY, JULY 8

Bee Essentials to People and Planet

Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa

8:30 a.m. | Milton Grange will be sponsoring a talk about honeybee essentials. Rick Cobello, president of the Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association will speak on this important topic. This is one of an ongoing series

of lectures and classes that promotes a “Rural lifestyle”. They are brought to you by the Milton Grange and the Brookside Museum. A free breakfast will be served. RSVP is requested by calling Mary Ann Baker at 518-885-6606 by July 7. We look forward to seeing you there.

Climate

Kids

Discovery Day ��

The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, 65 S Broadway, Suite #105, Saratoga Springs

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Join us for a day of activities that teach about the environment, climate change and the world around us. We will be hosting partner organizations including Saratoga State Park, Grafton Lakes State Park, The Saratoga Library, MiSci and more as we teach about the basics of climate change and discover ways that we can help. Included in regular admission.

Live Tinsmith Demonstration ��

Saratoga National Historical Park, 648 Route 32, Stillwater

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | At the time of the Battles of Saratoga, the tinsmith was an important part of both community and military life. Tinsmiths created dozens of useful items like cups, bowls, candle molds, lanterns, tea canisters, and other containers. They also provided armies with needed items such as oil flasks, canteens, document cases, cooking kettles, and even canister shot for artillery. Learn about the process and see a sampling of the many civilian and military wares a tinsmith could make. The event will be cancelled in the event of rain.

Ballston Area Seniors

Monthly Dance

Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa

7 p.m. - 10 p.m. | The dance is open to the public and there is ample free parking. There will be

a Donation $5 per person. Snack and refreshment will be provided. Dance to the music of the Peaceful Country Band. Adults Only. For more information call 518-430-7029.

SUNDAY, JULY 9

Breakfast Buffet ��

Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619, 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa

8 – 11 a.m. | Enjoy pancakes and sausage, French toast, eggs made to order, world famous omelets, home fries, toast, coffee, and juice. All are welcome. Adults $9. Seniors $8 and Kids $5 (cash only).

Monthly Breakfast ��

Fish Creek Rod & Gun Club, 123 NY-32, Schuylerville

8 – 11 a.m. | Menu: choose from pancakes – regular, buckwheat, apple cinnamon and blueberry or French toast. Eggs to order, home fries, bacon or sausage, toast, coffee, and orange juice. $10 adults, $5 children.

Summer Sunday Stroll ��

Saratoga Springs| 10:30 a.m.

The cost per tour is $15 for SSPf members and $20 for non-members. For additional information on these summer strolls or to purchase tickets to any of these upcoming tours visit www.saratogapreservation.org, call 518-587-5030, or email nbabie4@ saratogapreservation.org.

Songs from our Hearts and Heritage: A Community

Experience of Music ��

Congregation Beth Shalom, 688 Clifton Park Center Road, Clifton Park | 4 p.m. | Songs from our Hearts and Heritage will give audiences an experience with popular, liturgical, and original pieces by three gifted vocalists that includes Sylvia Bloom, Rabbi Anna Sugarman, and Elisa Harrington-Verb. The Saratoga Jewish Cultural Festival, with a generous grant from the Jewish

Federation of Northeastern NY and sponsorship of Temple Sinai, collaborates with Congregation Beth Shalom of Clifton Park to stage an afternoon of music. Registration required at sjca.sjcf@gmail.com. Zoom access will be considered. saratogajewishculturalfestival.org www.saratogasinai.org

MONDAY, JULY 10

28th Annual Saratoga Soroptimist Secret Gardens Tour

Various locations, Saratoga Springs/Wilton | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. A dozen gardens in varying sizes and styles. Purchase $25 advance tickets at www.soroptimistsaratoga. org or at Northshire Bookstore in Saratoga Springs, Cudney’s Cleaners retail locations, and Faddegon’s Nursery in Latham. Day-of tickets for $30 will be sold while supplies last from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. outside the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center, 297 Broadway. Garden descriptions and suggested driving directions are provided with purchase. Ticket sales support women and girls, including Wellspring. Questions? Email secretgardensinfo@gmail.com.

TUESDAY, JULY 11 Congress Park History Tour ��

Saratoga Springs Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs

10:30 a.m. | Learn about the fascinating history of “The Queen of Spas” with a leisurely walk thru Congress Park. Tours are held Tuesday – Saturday. Our experienced guides will tell you the stories of how Saratoga became “The Queen of Spas” in the 19th Century. The tragic story behind the Trask Family and the Spirit of Life statue. The history of the Saratoga City Museum and its notorious reputation as the highest rolling gambling casino in the US. How the city rallied to restore the historic Spit and Spat statues. Tour is 90 minutes in and about 1/2 mile in length. Price is $20, Children under 12 free. Phone or text to 518-832-3796.

Brooks BBQ Fundraiser Take Out

Saratoga Senior Center, 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs

3:30 – 6 p.m. | Patrons may order Rib and Chicken Dinners in advance and pick them up at the Center on the at a drive-through in the front of the building. Pre-ordering is the best option, as day-of event ordering will be very limited! The dinners are $15 for Chicken and $20 for Ribs. Each dinner comes with a baked potato, coleslaw, and a dinner roll. Sponsored by CDPHP. The Senior Center will deliver orders of 15 or more to a home or business. Just let them know you would like delivery when pre-ordering.

America’s Turning Point

Presents: Revolution on the Hudson ��

Halfmoon Lighthouse Park, 597 Hudson River Road Halfmoon | 6 p.m. A summer speaker series aimed at inviting the public to enjoy our beautiful public parks located along the Hudson River while learning about our revolutionary past. The public is invited to bring a picnic dinner and enjoy the grounds. 18th century living historians will be ready to answer questions and provide demonstrations before the speaker program begins at 7 p.m. 18th Century toys and games along with replica colonial clothing will be available for children to try. Please bring your own chairs. For details, visit https://brooksidemuseum.org/ event/americas-turning-pointpresents-revolution-on-thehudson/

WEDNESDAY, JULY 12

Celebration of Summer

Parting Glass, 40 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs | 4 - 7 p.m. The Saratoga Area Retired Educators Association invites all retired Saratoga Area educators, teaching assistants, librarians, and school support staff members to attend our social. This fun event will provide you with the opportunity to mix and mingle with other educators, meet some of our members and learn about the monthly luncheon meetings of our organization. There will be a $5 cover charge collected at the door. Snacks will be provided and there will be a cash bar. For more information and to RSVP please call 518-569-0395.

This Week’s Events: JULY 7-13

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Free Concert Series ��

Malta Community Center, Front Lawn, 1 Bayberry Dr., Malta | 6 – 8 p.m. Mark Gamsjager @

The Lustre Kings Beginning in 1995’s Mark Gamsjager Rocks & The Lustre Kings Roll, the band staked a claim to a modern take on the reverb-driven sounds of early rock, leaning also on touchstones of country, blues and R&B. Wednesdays, rain or shine.

BBQ Chicken Dinner

Dinner Take-out

Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Take out only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order. 518-584-2585. Menu: BBQ chicken, potato salad, baked beans, corn muffin. Cost $15 per dinner. (cash only).

THURSDAY, JULY 13

Adirondack Greek Festival ��

St. George Church, 55 Main

St., South Glens Falls 4 – 8 p.m. On Thursday, enjoy souvlaki and gyro sandwiches and pasties outside under the tent. Friday and Saturday, July 14 and 15 from noon – 7 p.m., enjoy our full festival days with more authentic Greek food/ dinners and pastires, music, entertainment, and church tours. Free admission and parking. OPA! No on-line or phone orders will be taken for this event. www. sgforthodoxchurch.org.

Foreign Film: The Phantom of the Open (2021)

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 6:30 p.m. | Maurice Flitcroft, a dreamer, and unrelenting optimist, manages to gain entry to the 1976 British Open Golf Championship qualification round--despite being a complete novice. In English/English subtitles. Rated PG-13; 106 min.; comedy, drama, sport. 518-371-8622. www. cphlibrary.org

Upcoming Events

Homestead: You Are Here – Opening Night

Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7 p.m. On July 14, multi-disciplinary artist Yuko Edwards’ on-going series Homestead: You Are Here will be on view in our Atrium Gallery this summer. The series began when the artist was a resident of Saratoga Springs and took solo walks throughout the innercity. On those walks, Yuko saw reflections of her own family in the landscape, memories from the past as well as possible new futures. The photographic works raise questions of belonging and evoke the existence of the Black community and its energy. www. saratoga-arts.org.

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concert. The Shirah Brothers is made up of three brothers who share their love for singing Southern Gospel music. Aaron, Jake, and Josh Shirah feel excited and blessed to have the opportunity to share God’s Word through music. Love offering will be collected. The church is located at 429 Middle Grove Rd., Middle Grove.

Dinner and Casino Night

Benefiting Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga. Entertainment, cocktails, dinner, and casino games. Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga is a nonprofit organization supporting vulnerable racehorses and people in leading a safe and meaningful life by nurturing the horse-human connection through therapeutic programming. We invite you to join us for our inaugural gala hosted by Tony and Robin Malatino on Saturday, July 15, 7 – 11 p.m. at Sugar Plum Farm, located at 96 Gilbert Rd., Saratoga Springs. RSVP by July 1. Attire: wear what makes you happy. Sponsorships available. VIP Reserved Dining Seating, $250 each including 300 casino chips, general tickets, $200 each, including 200 casino chips. Visit www.thsaratoga.org/events or call Meg at 518-290-6240 ext. 101.

Veterans Picnic

The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series

Held at 6:15 p.m. Monday evenings August 7, 14, 21 & 28. Registration is $5 day-of or $15 for all four races., Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park. For more information, call Laura Clark at 581-1278 or email laura@saratogastryders.org or visit www.saratogastryders.org.

Dinner Dance Fundraiser

Saratoga Springs Knights of Columbus Assembly 745 will be sponsoring a Dinner Dance to raise funds to help support our local needy veterans on Saturday, August 12, at the KOC Hall, 50 Pine Road, from 5 - 10 p.m., at a cost of $25 per person. This event will have a live band and will feature a silent auction. All proceeds from the event will go to: Veterans Community Housing Coalition (VCHC), Ballston Spa, and other veterans support agencies, as well as for $100 gift cards to VCHC residents at Christmas.

The Health, History, & Horses Charity Gala

Presented by Ladies of Charity, Saratoga Chapter. Funds raised are distributed annually to established charities in Saratoga & Warren/Washing counties:

Catholic Charities, food kitchens, shelters, and tuition support programs. Thursday, August 17, 6 – 9 p.m. at Saratoga Winery, 462 route 29, Saratoga Springs. Complimentary Beer & Wine the 1st hour, hot and cold food stations, cash bar, live music, silent auction, 4 seasons basket raffle, 50/50 raffle and racetrack t-shirt quilt. Cost is $75 per person payable to Ladies of Charity. Attire: summer festive. Tickets: www.ladiesofcharitysartaoga.com. Contact Yolanda at 518-886-8064.

Travel with the Academy for Lifelong Learning (ALL) to an Italian Cooking School

Have you dreamed of living in a seventeenth century palazzo nestled on a hilltop village in the romantic Italian countryside? ALL is sponsoring a gourmet retreat and cooking school November 11-18, 2023. We will tour a historic or culinary attraction each day and begin cooking late afternoons under the guidance of a professional chef before enjoying a fourcourse dinner with local wines each evening. This small group experience includes all meals and six nights in a beautifully restored historic palazzo. For more details, contact goedventures@gmail.com

Legally Blonde Jr.

Presented by Saratoga Children’s Theatre, Friday, July 14 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, July 15, at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Based on the awardwinning Broadway musical and the smash hit motion picture,

Legally BlondeThe Musical

JR. is a fabulously fun journey of self-empowerment and expanding horizons. Pricing: Adult: $15, Students: $10, Ages 10 and Under: $5. www. saratogachildrenstheatre.org Call 518-886-8800.

The Shirah Brothers

The Middle Grove United Methodist Church welcomes The Shirah Brothers on Saturday, July 15 at 6 p.m. for a community

Free to Veterans and their families. B.P.O.E. support for our Veterans dates back over 100 years and continues today because our mission is still the same, “to provide aid and comfort to any veteran in need.” Join us as we bring our mission to our community by attending the Veterans Picnic on Sunday, July 16, 2 – 4:30 p.m. at Saratoga Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Circle, Saratoga Springs. Food, fun and games. Contact John Safford, jsafford3@gmail.com

NYC Ballet Musicians & Friends

Luellen Abdoo, Artistic Director. Thursday July 20, Noon – 1p.m. Program: Tchaikovsky String Sextet, Op. 70, Souvenir De Florence, Additional music TBA. Performers: Kurt Nikkanen and Luellen Abdoo: Violins, Eugene Moye and Hannah Holman: Cellos, Derek Ratzenboeck and Michael Davis: Violas. Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Suggested donation $10+ (cash donation preferred)

Saratoga Arts Presents: Opening Night: Friday, July 14

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Saratoga Arts hosts the Opening Night of multi-disciplinary artist Yuko Edwards’ on-going series from 5 – 7 p.m. on Friday, July 14.

Edwards, who was born in 1975 in Iowa City lives and works in Bristol, England. Her work addresses concepts of self and social identity.

“Homestead: You Are Here” will be on view in our Atrium Gallery this summer. The series began when the artist was a resident of Saratoga Springs and took solo walks throughout the city. On those walks, she saw reflections of her own family in the landscape, memories from the past as well as possible new futures. The photographic works raise questions of belonging and evoke the existence of the Black community and its energy.

Saratoga Arts is the community arts center located on the corner of Congress Park and Broadway in downtown Saratoga Springs. In its 30-plus years, Saratoga Arts has brought

the arts to over 1 million people through its programs and provided performing and visual

artists opportunities to earn over $3 million in art sales and performance fees.

Saratoga Shakespeare Company to Present “Twelfth Night” in the Park in July

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Saratoga Shakespeare Company presents a two-week production of “Twelfth Night,” in Congress Park on July 13 – 16 and July 19 – 22.

William Shakespeare’s timeless comedy of love and loss, mistaken identities, and siblings reunited. Will be presented on the Alfred Z. Solomon stage. All performances start at 6 p.m., and all shows are free to attend.

SSC’s Twelfth Night will be directed by Helena Binder. A theater

professional for more than 40 years, Binder is best known for her work in opera, directing productions for the New York City Opera, Dallas Opera, Minnesota, Atlanta and Palm Beach Operas, among others.

Saratoga Shakespeare Company is a local 501(c)(3) charitable organization entirely funded by donations. Founded in 2000, it is one of the only Equity Shakespeare companies in the country that provides free and open access productions in public parks.

Stella Katherine Cole: Standards On Stage in Dinner Concert Series at The Mansion Of Saratoga

ROCK CITY FALLS — Stella Katherine Cole, a singer/ actress with a natural affinity for the songs of the Great American Songbook, will perform 6 p.m. Thursday, July 13 at The Mansion of Saratoga.

Buoyed by a social media following of half a million fans, Cole recently made her debut at New York’s legendary Town Hall, as well as a series of high-profile performances at New York’s Tony Award® winning nightclub, 54 Below.

She recently premiered her new show, Stella Katherine Cole Has Standards with a series of soldout performances in St. Louis, MO.,

Evanston, IL., and Carmel, IN. The Mansion of Saratoga, which features a dinner and a show as part of its 801 Convert Series, is located at 801 Rte 29, Rock City Falls. Go to: themansionsaratoga. com/concert-series-line-up.

Cutie, from the Series Homestead, Archival Pigment Print, 2011, by Yuko Edwards. Photo provided.

Stella Katherine Cole at The Mansion of Saratoga July 13.

Caffe Lena Presents: Tom Chapin July 23

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Legendary singer/songwriter/ activist Tom Chapin brings his feel-good music back to Caffe Lena on Sunday, July 23. The 7 p.m. concert will be presented live on stage and will also be streamed to the online community.

Chapin serves up a tasty mix of story songs, ballads, comedic and political songs, family music, sing-alongs, old-time folk classics, and a favorite song or two of his late brother Harry’s. Tom accompanies himself on guitar, banjo and autoharp.

In a career that spans five decades, 27 albums and three Grammy awards, Tom Chapin has covered an incredible amount of creative ground. In addition to his work as a recording artist, concert performer, storyteller and activist,

he’s performed on Broadway and worked extensively in television, radio and film.

Tom and The Chapin Family have been touring this year with “Harry Chapin at 80: A Retrospective.” This concert of Harry Chapin classics has been recorded on video for release later in 2023.

In addition to his musical and media endeavors, Chapin has long been an advocate for environmental causes, issues of hunger and social justice, and a supporter of music and the arts in public schools. And he is the 2023 recipient of the prestigious Robert H. Chambers Award for Excellence in the Traditional Arts: which recognizes the innate power and potential of the traditional arts to help foster understanding among

Hollis Palmer: All That Glitters, Book 3 in Saratoga’s Gilded Age

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Local author Hollis Palmer has published Book Three in his Saratoga’s Gilded Age Series.

The 200-page book, “All That Glitters,” is Palmer’s 15th overall, and visits the Queen of Spas at the peak of the Gilded Age in a telling through the stories of four families who lived in Saratoga.

people of different cultures.

Caffe Lena is located at 47 Phila Street in Saratoga Springs. Tickets are available online at www.caffelena.org.

Music Haven 2023 Kicks Off July 9

SCHENECTADY —

Schenectady’s Central Park hosts the summer concert series Music Haven 2023 from July 9 – Aug. 26. A variety of food and beverages will be available for purchase at all shows, beginning at 6 p.m. on 7 p.m. concert nights and throughout festivals and special events.

The Agnes Macdonald Music Haven is family-friendly and easily accessible.

MUSIC HAVEN JULY 2023

7 p.m. Sundays with other events as noted*

July 9: Rocky Dawuni. An international star and champion of social causes, Dawuni straddles Africa, the Caribbean Islands and the United States to create an enticing Ghanaian Reggae that unites generations and cultures.

Special Guests: Zorkie Nelson & Umoja Drummers.

*7 p.m. Thursday, July 13: La

Banda Morisca. This spirited sextet from Southern Spain pays homage to their ancient Al-Andalus cultural heritage while rocking it forward with rich sonic accents from north Africa’s Maghreb Desert and the Middle East. Special Guest: Maria Zemantauski.

July 16: Joey Alexander. Music Haven first presented this multiple Grammy-nominated jazz sensation in 2015. The Indonesian pianist’s star has only risen since then, with appearances at the

world’s most prestigious festivals and events. Special Guests: Joe Barna & Sketches of Influence.

*11 a.m.–10 p.m. Saturday, July 22: NipperFest Music & Arts Festival. Celebrate the local creative community with 16 bands on two stages of great original music, including Billboard AAA

Top 40 artists Jocelyn and Chris, an artist pavilion, food trucks, and craft beer. Presented by Nippertown.com.

July 23: Sona Jobarteh. Gambian singer, educator, activist Sona Jobarteh is the first

professional female Kora virtuoso to hail from any of the great West African Griot dynasties. Special Guests: Heard.

*5–9 p.m. Sunday, July 30: Blues BBQ featuring Vanessa Collier. Johnny Sansone and Jontavious Willis. 2023 Blues Music Award’s reigning Contemporary Blues Female Artist of the Year, Collier honks a mean sax and sings with the same edge and grit. New Orleans multiinstrumentalist Sansone and Taj Mahal protégé Willis make this an undeniable triple bill.

All that Glitters is available at Impressions Of Saratoga and online via Amazon.

Photo: “All That Glitters,” a new 200-page book published by Hollis Palmer.

Watch Tom Chapin on July 23, in-person at Caffe Lena or virtually.

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Notice of formation of XPOZITO XTRA LLC, a New York limited liability company.

Name: XPOZITO XTRA LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York on May 22, 2023 under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law. Office location: 146 Ernst Road, Gansevoort, New York 12831, Saratoga County. Secretary of State of New York designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State of New York shall mail a copy of the process to: XPOZITO XTRA LLC , 146 Ernst Road, Gansevoort, NY 12831. Purpose: Investment in startup business and any other lawful business activity not otherwise prohibited by the laws of the State of New York. 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07/2023. 10646

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SARATOGA CUSTOM WOODWORKING COMPANY, LLC

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY

COMPANY (LLC). Name: Saratoga Custom Woodworking Company, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY)

on 4/5/2023. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY may mail a copy of any process to: LLC, c/o Nicholas Polsinelli 48 Spruce Street, Clifton Park, New York 12065. Purpose: for all legal purposes. 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07/2023. 10647

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LLC . Notice of Formation of the above Limited Liability Company (“LLC”). Articles of Organization (DOM LLC) filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on May 26, 2023, Office location, County of Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any such process served to: Edward Dworakowski, 816 Plank Road, Clifton Park NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful act. 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07/2023. 10649

Notice of formation of 74 WARREN STREET LLC.

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 05/23/2023

Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be maild to: The LLC, 38 High Rock Avenue, Ste. 3, PO Box 272, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14/2023. 10659

Notice of Formation of Melissa Caisse LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 6/1/2023 Office location: Saratoga County SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be

LEGALS

served SSNY shall mail process to 411 Broadway, Mechanicville, NY 12118. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14/2023. 10665

Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC) Under Section 206 of the Limited Liability Company Law. The name of the LLC is CLIFTON PARK LASER & WELLNESS, LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the NY Secretary of State on May 24, 2023. The office of the LLC is to be located in Saratoga County. The Secretary of State is designated as the agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is 963 Route 146, Clifton Park, New York 12065. 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14/2023. 10666

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY

COMPANY. NAME: Rustic Tyger LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 04/10/2023. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 35 Ichabod Ln, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14/2023. 10667

Notice of formation of Kaytlin Parrella LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/24/2023 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at:

7014 13TH AVENUE , SUITE 202 BROOKLYN, NY, 11228, USA . Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14/2023. 10669

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY

COMPANY Under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law. Name: EBR Publishing, LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on June 6, 2023. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: c/o The LLC, 1 Callaway Ct., Ballston Lake, NY 12019. Purpose: Any lawful act or activities. 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14/2023. 10676

John Penman LLC Art. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 3/11/23. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 5 Keystone Commons, Ballston Lake, NY 12019. Any Lawful Purpose. 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14/2023. 10681

GHJS Management LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 03/20/2023. Office in Saratoga Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 60 Railroad Place, Suite 502, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: General. 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14, 07/21/2023. 10693

Notice of formation of Making It As Mom LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/06/2023 Office: Saratoga

County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 7014 13TH AVENUE , SUITE 202 BROOKLYN, NY, 11228, USA . Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14, 07/21/2023. 10700

Notice of formation of Muttering Mouse LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/06/2023 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 35 Hyde Blvd, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14, 07/21/2023. 10717

Notice: Formation of Mijas Marketing LLC. Article of Org filed with NY Sec of State (SSNY) 6/4/2023. Ofc location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent for service of process. SSNY to mail copy to LLC at its principal business location, 5 Mijas Trail, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14, 07/21/2023. 10719

Notice of formation of MeetingResource LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/17/2023 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 54 Van Dorn St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28/2023. 10745

Notice of formation of Kozy Lane Consultants, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/22/2023 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 27 Kozy Lane, Malta NY 12020. Purpose: Wilson Credentialed Trainer to provide PD and private instruction in decoding/encoding intervention.06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28/2023. 10765

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION FOR A NEW YORK LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

PURSUANT TO NEW YORK LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY LAW SECTION

206(c). The name of the Limited Liability Company is 2023 STREET VIEW THOROUGHBRED, LLC. The date of filing of the Articles of Organization with the Department of State was May 24, 2023. The principal place of business for the Limited Liability Company is 32 Furlong Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the company upon whom process may be served, and the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the company served upon him or her to DANIEL F. COLLINS, 32 Furlong Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The email address to which the Secretary of State shall email notice of the fact that process against the limited liability company has been served electronically upon the Secretary of State is: bonaventurestables@ yahoo.com. The business purpose of the company is to engage in any and all business activities permitted under the Laws of the State of New York. 06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28/2023. 10772

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION FOR A NEW YORK LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

PURSUANT TO NEW YORK LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY LAW SECTION

206(c). The name of the Limited Liability Company is THE 2023 BEAUTIFUL THIEF FILLY THOROUGHBRED, LLC. The date of filing of the Articles of Organization with the Department of State was June 6, 2023. The principal place of business for

the Limited Liability Company is 32 Furlong Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the company upon whom process may be served, and the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the company served upon him or her to DANIEL F. COLLINS, 32 Furlong Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The email address to which the Secretary of State shall email notice of the fact that process against the limited liability company has been served electronically upon the Secretary of State is: bonaventurestables@ yahoo.com. The business purpose of the company is to engage in any and all business activities permitted under the Laws of the State of New York. 06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28/2023. 10773

ANNESE 4 SARATOGA, LLC

- Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company (“LLC”).

Limited Liability company Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on 6/19/2023. Office location: 268 Broadway, Unit 601, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY may mail a copy of any process to the LLC, 268 Broadway, Unit 601, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: any lawful act under New York LLC Law. 06/23, 06/30, 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28/2023. 10776

Notice of formation of Clean Grid Consulting, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/05/2023. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 32 Timber Trace, Malta, New York 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/30, 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28, 08/04/2023. 10801

SoulFilling LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/20/2023. Office in Saratoga Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 60 Railroad Place, Suite 502, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose:

General. 06/30, 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28, 08/04/2023. 10809

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Notice is hereby given that a license, serial number 2238359, for Liquor store selling wine and liquor, has been applied for by the undersigned: Saratoga Cheer! Inc. dba Saratoga Wine and Spirits to sell liquor and wine at retail in a Liquor Store under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 2100 RT 50, Building D Unit 3, Milton NY 12020, Saratoga County. Gerard Moser, Saratoga Wine and Spirits. 06/30/2023, 07/07/2023. 10811

Notice of formation of THE PARTY HAUS COMPANY

LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 04/17/2023 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 40 GAILOR ROAD GANSEVOORT NY, 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/30, 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28, 08/04/2023. 10815

Notice of formation of Drex’s H & O LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York 06/07/2023. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 34 Buell Ave., Ballston Lake, NY 12019. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/30, 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28, 08/04/2023. 10819

NOTICE: FORMATION OF 11 OGDEN STREET LLC. Art. of Org. filed w/ NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 6/23/23. Ofc. Loc.: Saratoga Co. SSNY designated as agent for service of process. SSNY to mail copy of process to LLC at its principal bus. loc., 27 Karista Spring Dr, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/30, 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28, 08/04/2023. 10825

Notice of formation of Shane Stiel Entertainment, LLC.

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/15/2023 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: PO Box 2342, Wilton, NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/30, 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28, 08/04/2023. 10829

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Purchasing Department of Saratoga County will receive sealed bids in person or electronically through the Empire State Purchasing System Website until 11:00 a.m. on the following dates at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud: July 13, 2023 Rock Salt, specification 23-PWS-10R

July 18, 2023

Drug Deactivation System, specification 23-DOHDDS-1

Bid forms and instructions are available at the Purchasing Office, 50 W. High Street, Ballston Spa, NY between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (telephone - 518-8852210) or at the Empire State Purchasing Group website (www. empirestatebidsystem.com). Saratoga County, through its Purchasing Department, reserves the right to reject parts of any or all bids.

JOHN T. WARMT, Director of Purchasing Saratoga County 07/07/2023, 10843

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Morrissey Property Holdings, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 06/27/2023. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC at c/o Justin M. Rutherford, Esq. 8 Airline Drive, Albany, NY, 12205. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28, 08/04, 08/11/2023. 10844

Simply Allentown LLC Articles of Org. filed 6/15/23 SSNY. Albany Co. SSNY designated agent for process & shall mail to ZenBusiness Inc. 41 State St Suite 112, Albany, NY 12207. Any lawful purpose. 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28, 08/04, 08/11/2023. 10845

EZ Breezy Rentals LLC Articles of Org. filed 6/6/23 SSNY. Albany Co. SSNY designated agent for process & shall mail to ZenBusiness Inc. 41 State St Suite 112, Albany, NY 12207. Any lawful purpose. 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28, 08/04, 08/11/2023. 10846

LEVEL UP Concrete & Masonry LLC Articles of Org. filed 6/5/23 SSNY. Albany Co. SSNY

designated agent for process & shall mail to ZenBusiness Inc. 41 State St Suite 112, Albany, NY 12207. Any lawful purpose. 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28, 08/04, 08/11/2023. 10847

aquashot poolball LLC Articles of Org. filed 5/25/23 SSNY. Albany Co. SSNY designated agent for process & shall mail to ZenBusiness Inc. 41 State St Suite 112, Albany, NY 12207. Any lawful purpose. 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28, 08/04, 08/11/2023. 10848

Linda G Reignite LLC Articles of Org. filed 6/27/23 SSNY. Albany Co. SSNY designated agent for process & shall mail to ZenBusiness Inc. 41 State St Suite 112, Albany, NY 12207. Any lawful purpose. 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28, 08/04, 08/11/2023. 10849

Munscroft LLC Articles of Org. filed 5/9/23 SSNY. Albany Co. SSNY designated agent for process & shall mail to Jahanan Williams 25 Sunset Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Any lawful purpose. 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28, 08/04, 08/11/2023.

10850

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Music Country Holdings LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 1/15/2023. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 195 Mott Rd. Gansevoort, NY 12831. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28, 08/04, 08/11/2023. 10851

Notice of formation of Saratoga Wellness,NP in Psychiatry, PLLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/20/2023 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the PLLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the PLLC at: 153 Regent Street, Saratoga Springs, New York, 12866.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 07/07, 07/14, 07/21, 07/28, 08/04, 08/11/2023. 10859

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McGregor Links Country Club Offering “a little something for everybody”

WILTON — The historic McGregor Links Country Club has seen several improvements and additions in recent years, adding a driving range, expanding its pro shop, and establishing or bringing back events.

Head Golf Professional Michael Decker, who joined McGregor in 2021 after three years as the assistant professional at Shaker Ridge Country Club in Albany, said the course offers “a little something for everybody.”

Since arriving at McGregor, Decker has taken ownership of the pro shop, established and grown a large PGA Junior League, and overseen the introduction and return of numerous events.

Decker said he had heard “nothing but great things” about McGregor prior to accepting the job.

“I think it went through a little stretch where it was a little rocky, so my goal when I took the job was to come in, do whatever I can with the new owner, Joe Kehn, and help turn the place around,” Decker said.

While McGregor is a country club, Decker emphasized that it is not fully private. McGregor is open to the public Mondays all day; 10 a.m. and later Tuesday through Friday; noon and later on Saturdays and Sundays, Decker said.

“It’s semi-private, so it’s open to the public,” said Decker. “We are limited at certain times. … But we absolutely are open to the public.”

Decker said one of his major efforts since taking the job has been to build McGregor’s Junior League program. Last year, the program featured 89 kids, Decker said, noting he was awarded the

‘Gamechanger Award’ from the PGA for having the largest junior league in PGA’s Northeastern New York section.

This year, McGregor’s junior program has 100 kids, Decker said. He said running the program is “extremely rewarding,” noting he feels part of his job as a PGA professional is to grow the game.

“I spend a lot of time doing that, and to watch a place that didn’t have any PGA Junior League three years ago to now having the biggest one in the entire section, and one of the biggest in the country, is actually amazing,” Decker said. “It’s something that I definitely pride myself on, and look to keep growing year after year.”

The Junior League is open to the public, allowing all kids under age 15 to participate regardless of prior experience. The program offers six practices and six matches at McGregor Links, according to the course’s website.

“We shut down the front nine of the course,” said Decker. “We’ll have 150-plus people out there any given PGA Junior League

match, with the parents following the kids, riding in the fairways, having some drinks and food. It’s a sight to see.”

The club hosts a ‘Links Together’ program on Tuesdays and Thursdays as well, which Decker described as “a summer camp for kids.”

“They get to use the pool, they get to learn a little golf, they can do arts and crafts, they can learn pickleball,” Decker said. “That’s awesome. … We’re using basically all the facilities that we have here.”

In addition to a new driving range, McGregor features a pool, six pickleball courts, and a tennis court, all of which have been recently renovated, Decker said. Decker has also taken over ownership of McGregor’s pro shop, he said, and was awarded 2021 Merchandiser of the Year by Northeastern New York PGA for his efforts.

The shop offers a wide variety of products, with Decker saying golfers can find “anything you can really think of,” including major brands of golf clubs,

balls, footwear, clothing, as well as other equipment such as rangefinders and ball markers.

McGregor Links also works with the on-site restaurant, Hills and Hollows, to host a variety of events, including Nine and Dine events and Cigar and Bourbon Nights, and private events such as bachelor parties.

Decker has additionally helped reintroduce events such as the McGregor Links Invitational, a two-day event featuring two-person teams. This year’s Invitational is scheduled for July 28-29, according to McGregor’s website.

“I brought that back probably for the first time in 10 years, and

we’re starting to grow that again, which is great to show off the course, show off all the stuff that Joe Kehn and his staff have done out on the course,” said Decker. Decker, a native of Pine Bush, said he initially accepted the job after recognizing McGregor as “an opportunity.”

“The potential of it that I saw, I mean, you’re in Saratoga, you’ve got one of the best golf courses around, and you’ve got a new owner (Joe Kehn) who loves the place more than anyone and is putting money into it,” said Decker. “I saw that as an opportunity. I liked the sounds of that, and wanted to grow with McGregor.”

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SARATOGA 2023 RACE MEET OPENS JULY 13TH AMID UNCERTAINTY IN THE SPORT

and restrooms. The iridescent hand stamps historically needed for movement from the grandstand to the clubhouse will be destined for antiquity.

by William G. Gotimer, Jr. for Saratoga TODAY

Saratoga Race Course opens its 2023 season on Wednesday July 13.

The opening comes amid news of both renewal of the sport with state-sponsored financing for a rebuilding of Belmont Park and threats to the existence of the sport from a rash of fatalities at numerous high-profile North American thoroughbred racetracks. Draped over these seemingly contradictory developments is the new enhanced federal oversight of the sport under the Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit (“HIWU”). The HIWU was recently established in 2022 by Drug Free Sport International (“DFSI”) to administer the rules and enforcement mechanisms of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (“HISA”) AntiDoping and Medication Control (“ADMC”) Program.

It’s a mouthful and if it sounds confusing – that’s because it is. Suffice it to say, the testing and enforcement of the prohibitions on the use of banned or controlled substances in race horses has recently become much stricter under federal oversight. Fans can expect to see many more reported violations and concomitant trainer suspensions. This oversight is an effort to protect the integrity of the sport and health and safety of its participants –both equine and human.

The National Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association (“HBPA”), despite lengthy mission and position statements, is waging a

pitched legal battle against this Congressionally created oversight by challenging the authority of the new program in litigation in numerous places. While the details are too many to enumerate here it is fair to say the HBPA is fighting tooth and nail against the federal regulation as currently constituted. There are many who fear the combination of highprofile equine fatalities and the leading horseman’s group resisting further regulation is jeopardizing the sport’s social license to exist. Meanwhile, this enhanced testing has begun and with it a recent spate of trainer suspensions across the country. For bettors and fans whether this will impact who wins on the racetrack provides yet another uncertainty to the daily handicapping puzzle.

On the racetrack rather than the courtroom, the 2023 Saratoga meet begins without an obvious racing star among this year’s three-year-old division. Lacking star power, in some ways, makes the meet’s traditional marquee event – the Travers Stakes on August 26th more important than usual. A matchup between Kentucky Derby winner Mage and Belmont winner Arcangelo in the Travers is a possibility should each maintain their form through the summer and one can expect new stars to emerge from the 40 race cards to come.

The racing at the spa is always instrumental in determining

divisional championships with established runners and newly emerging stars shining on the bright stage of Saratoga. The Whitney Stakes on August 5 highlights the best older horses, as does the Jockey Club Gold Cup later in the meet on September 2 and two-year-olds are unveiled throughout the meet. As usual there will a generous amount of turf racing in all divisions.

This writer has always believed the Saratoga race meet to be as much about people as it is about horses and there are certain trainers that shine most brightly at this time of year and deserve extra attention at the betting windows. Among the trainers to whom bettors and fans should give extra consideration are H. James Bond; David Donk; John Terranova; Danny Gargan; and Carlos Martin. Trainer Keri Brion is expected to dominate the traditional steeplechase events run on certain weekdays. Of the larger barns expect Bill Mott trainees to have a big meet – including an unraced two-year-old halfbrother to Cody’s Wish named Hunt Ball.

One change that fans will see this year is one admission for the full run of the grounds. Ending more than a century of delineation between the grandstand and clubhouse facilities, all attendees this year will be able to freely move through the building availing themselves of all concessions

As mentioned earlier in this article, New York State has approved credit support for funding of a $455 million renewal of Belmont Park. The duration of the project will affect the Saratoga meets in 2024 and 2025 with the

possibility of the Belmont Stakes being run at an abbreviated threeday meet in June 2025.

This year’s Saratoga meet runs from Wednesday July 13 through Labor Day September 4. Racing will be conducted five days per week with Mondays and Tuesdays being dark (except Labor Day). Admission is $10 on the day of admission discounted to $7 if purchased in advance.

Saratoga Race Course, 2022. Photo by Amira Chichakly, courtesy of NYRA.

Sisterson Follows the Trend of Early Arrival at Saratoga

by Tony Podlaski for Saratoga TODAY

Some trainers look forward to the middle or the end of April, depending on the weather, to bring their horses to the Oklahoma Training Track as way of preparing for the Saratoga Race Course meet while racing them at Belmont Park.

In the mix of horses from Chad Brown, Todd Pletcher, Christophe Clement, Bill Mott, Kenny McPeek, Jorge Abreu, and Jeremiah Englehart who are breezing or galloping over the Oklahoma Training Track, there is another trainer who is looking to follow this trend that has proven to be successful: Jack Sisterson.

About a week after the Kentucky Derby, Sisterson brought his stable and team from

Keeneland to Barn 84 near the Oklahoma Track to get his horses acclimated to the area.

“It’s nice to be back here. It’s a nice barn,” said Sisterson, who was once a hotwalker for Pletcher at Churchill Downs. “If you ship in a week before a race, you have to give them adequate time to adjust and settle. Over the two months before the meet starts, the horses have settled quickly and continue to forward in the right direction and compete for me.”

Over the last five years, Sisterson has solidified himself at Saratoga and on the New York Racing Association circuit. This includes two upsets in Grade 1 races at Saratoga for Calumet Farm: Lexitonian in the 2022 Alfred G.

Vanderbilt Handicap and Vexatious in the 2020 Personal Ensign Stakes. He also won the Man o’ War Stakes with Channel Cat in 2022 and Cigar Mile Handicap with True Timber in 2020.

This year, Sisterson has seen the Winner’s Circle over 20 percent of the time from nearly 50 runners, including Malleymoo who won the Penn Oaks last month at Penn National. On that same day, British-bred Behind Enemy Lines came up threequarters of a length short to multiple graded stakes winner Major Dude in the Penn Mile.

Sisterson knows that it’s not an easy task to compete against the toplevel horses and trainers at Saratoga and the New York circuit, but he’s

grateful for the opportunities.

“It’s humbling to complete at a level like Saratoga and the New York circuit,” he said. “It’s so difficult to have a horse to compete at this level. I have to thank the owners for supporting me to send those type of horses to compete here.”

He also attributes his success to his staff – and the horses are aware of it, too.

“I have a great staff,” he said. “They are a small group of guys who are part of a team environment. We say ‘good morning’ and chat with each other. The horses sense that. They seem to gravitate to the front of the stalls and bright-eyed. They are happy and we have seen good results.”

Already with success at Saratoga, the former assistant to Doug O’Neill brings a select group of horses about two months before the meet begins.

Lexitonian, winner of 2022 Alfred G. Vanderbilt Handicap

Jack Sisterson

Prior to becoming a private trainer for Calumet Farm in 2018 and recently taking other clients, Sisterson gained valuable experience by working with horses throughout the East Coast as an assistant for Californiabased trainer Doug O’Neill.

Sisterson had a unique starting experience with O’Neill when I’ll Have Another won his career debut in July 2011 at Hollywood Park. Then the following year, the horse continued an impressive streak of victories in the Santa Anita Derby, the Kentucky Derby, and the Preakness before it was abruptly due to a tendon injury in the left front leg that forced him out of the Belmont a day before the race.

Four years later, Sisterson was part of Nyquist’s undefeated streak that included the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile, the Florida Derby, and the Kentucky Derby. From there, Sisterson helped set up O’Neill’s small stable of horses at Saratoga, which included stakes winners Irap, Mopotism, Pavel, and Cause We Are Loyal.

Toward the end of the Saratoga meet that year, Sisterson just moved to Keeneland to prepare for the meet, which meant he didn’t saddle Ralis to win the 2015 Hopeful Stakes. However, he did get a chance to see another 2-year-old win a Grade 1 stakes that fall: Gomo taking the Darley Alcibiades.

“A lot of times, I was traveling back and forth between the East Coast and West Coast,” Sisterson said. “I enjoyed traveling. I didn’t have any commitments. It was really enjoyable traveling with good horses.”

“I also learned how to treat the horses and people well,” he added. “You are only good as the horses and the staff. You have to treat your staff with a lot of respect. In return, they will give that back to you.”

Going into the Saratoga meet, Sisterson is hoping that at least one of his select group of 21 horses will give something back to him as well. Despite prior success at Saratoga, he still knows the meet can be a daunting task.

So far, besides Mallymoo and

Behind Enemy Lines, he has other horses at Saratoga who have already won a race this year: Baby Billy, Detroit City, and Cartographer. While Behind Enemy Lines is considering the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame Stakes on Aug. 4, Sisterson indicated that he will leave his options open for Mallymoo. As for the remaining horses, including his two-yearolds, Sisterson knows he has to strategize.

“I guess you have to be selective with the horses to bring to Saratoga. It’s not easy,” he said. “It’s all about putting them in the right spots and places. They have greatly settled here. We’ll have to see how they train and where they fit in the condition book.”

The Saratoga meet starts July 13 for the four-day weekend and closes on Sept. 4 as part of the Labor Day Weekend. Along with by the 154th edition of the Grade 1, $1.25 million Travers for 3-year-olds on Aug. 26, older horses will be competing in the 95th the Grade 1, $1 million Whitney on Aug. 5.

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News & Notes: 2023 EVENTS AT SARATOGA RACE COURSE

SARATOGA SPRINGS – The New York Racing Association (NYRA) announced the lineup of new and returning attractions and events for the 2023 summer meet at historic Saratoga Race Course.

Highlighted by the 154th edition of the Grade 1, $1.25 million Travers on August 26 and the Grade 1, $1 million Whitney on August 5, the 2023 summer meet will open on Thursday, July 13 and continue through Monday, September 4.

Following the four-day opening weekend, racing will be conducted five days a week, Wednesdays through Sundays, apart from the final week, when the meet will conclude on Labor Day.

Admission gates will open for live racing at 11 a.m. for all but Travers Day when gates will open at 7 a.m. With exceptions for Whitney and Travers Days and throughout Closing Weekend, first post time is 1:10 p.m.

The 2023 summer meet will feature the following events lineup:

OPENING WEEKEND

THURSDAY, JULY 13 - SUNDAY, JULY 16

Opening Weekend will feature the traditional opening day graded stakes, the Schuylerville for 2-year-old fillies, on Thursday, July 13 and the first Grade 1 of the season, the Diana, on Saturday, July 15. The four-day annual celebration will be highlighted by live musical entertainment and a performance by the Islip Horsemen’s Association Drill Team on Saturday.

WEEK 1 STAKE RACES

Tune-in to Talking Horses for in-depth analysis from handicapper Andy Serling and other guests.

*Mondays and Tuesdays = Dark Days. No racing.

THURSDAY, JULY 13

GIII Schuylerville:

F2YO, 6 Furlongs - Dirt, Purse $175,000

FRIDAY, JULY 14

Coronation Cup: F3YO, 5 1/2 - Turf, Purse $150,000

The Wilton: F3YO, 1 Mile - Dirt, Purse $135,000

SATURDAY, JULY 15

GI Diana: F&M 4&UP, 1 1/8 - Turf, Purse $500,000

GIII Kelso: 4&UP, 1 Mile - Turf, Purse $175,000

GIII Sanford: 2YO, 6 Furlongs - Dirt, Purse $175,000

SUNDAY, JULY 16

GIII Quick Call presented by Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation:

3YO, 5 1/2 Furlongs - Turf, Purse $175,000

WEDNESDAY, JULY 19

GI A.P. Smithwick Memorial (Steeplechase): 4&UP, 2 1/16 - Turf, Purse $150,000

NYSSS Statue of Liberty Division (R): F3YO, 1 Mile - Turf, Purse $150,000

THURSDAY, JULY 20

NYSSS Cab Calloway Division (R): 3YO, 1 Mile - Turf, Purse $150,000

TASTE NY PAVILION

EVERY THURSDAY - SUNDAY

BEGINNING JULY 13

New York-made food and beverages will be available for sample and purchase at the Taste NY Pavilion, located inside Gate A at the Top of the Stretch, where fans can enjoy New York craft beer, cider, wine, spirits, cheese, chocolate and gelato.

This year marks a decade since the launch of the Taste NY program. In honor of the anniversary, NYRA will be expanding its offerings to include two dozen featured products, from Long Island to the Adirondacks and the Capital Region to Western New York, as a showcase of the state’s robust food and beverage industry.

SARATOGA BREAKFAST AND BREEDING FARM TOURS

EVERY WEDNESDAY - FRIDAY

BEGINNING JULY 14

Expanded for its second year, NYRA is continuing the Saratoga Breakfast and Breeding Farm Tour. Tours this year will be offered Wednesday through Friday throughout the meet. Wednesday tours will travel to Song Hill Thoroughbreds, while Thursday and Friday tours will visit Old Tavern Farm.

Guests will enjoy a buffet breakfast at Saratoga Race Course before taking a CDTA trolley to the designated farm, where they will participate in a 60- to 90-minute guided walking tour of a working thoroughbred breeding farm. Admission to the races in the afternoon is included in the package. Tickets, which are $85 for adults and $35 for children 12 and under, must be reserved in advance at NYRA.com.

SUNDAY BRUNCH AT THE RAIL OF THE 1863 CLUB

EVERY SUNDAY BEGINNING JULY 16

Fans are invited to enjoy a brunch buffet while experiencing The Rail at the 1863 Club, the firstfloor banquet space at the 1863 Club. Tickets start at $100 and include admission, a table seat for the day, brunch buffet, soft drinks, two mimosa or Bloody Mary drink tickets per person, Post Parade program book, tax and gratuity. Reservations are available by calling the NYRA Box Office at 844-NYRA-TIX or online at Ticketmaster.com.

*Key: GI= Grade 1 Stakes | GII= Grade 2 Stakes | GIII= Grade 3 Stakes

Photo by Chelsea Durand, courtesy of NYRA.

SARATOGA LOW ROLLER CONTEST

EVERY THURSDAY AND SUNDAY

BEGINNING JULY 16

Horseplayers can enjoy the Saratoga Low Roller Contest held exclusively on-track every Thursday and Sunday at Saratoga Race Course. Fans can pre-register on contest days outside the Miller Time Fourstardave Sports Bar. There is a $40 buy-in, of which $30 will go to the player’s bankroll and $10 to the prize pool. The winner will receive a Saratoga Low Roller championship T-shirt in addition to the cash prize.

THE STARTING GATE

BERKSHIRE BANK FAMILY ZONE

Fans will enjoy 40 days of the Berkshire Bank Family Zone, an interactive play area for children located near Gate A, which will be supplemented by Berkshire Bank Family Sundays.

Berkshire Bank Family Sundays - Every Sunday: Berkshire Bank Family Sundays will feature a wide variety of free family-friendly activities, games, attractions and educational activities each Sunday inside the Berkshire Bank Family Zone, located near Gate A at the Top of the Stretch. New this year, each week will feature a different theme, including Beach Day, Sci-Fi Day, Carnival Day and Superhero Day.

BREAKFAST AT SARATOGA

Breakfast at Saratoga welcomes guests to enjoy a morning buffet at The Porch with a view of the thoroughbreds training on the main track. Breakfast is available every live racing day from 7 to 9:30 a.m., excluding Travers Day and Labor Day.

Fans can also go behind the scenes with a free, guided backstretch tram tour, driven by CDTA. Tram tours run from 7:30 to 9 a.m. and depart from the clubhouse entrance approximately every 15 minutes. Tours are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are 45 minutes in length. Tours are available every live racing day with the exception of Travers Day and Labor Day.

Firecracker4 Road Race held on July 4

SARATOGA SPRINGS — FC4 Events hosted the annual Firecracker4 Road Race in downtown Saratoga Springs on July 4.

The Firecracker4 Road Race is in its 17th year, held each Independence Day in downtown Saratoga. It is the longest and largest Independence Day race in the Northeast, according to a press release.

The four-mile course started on Broadway in front of the Saratoga Springs City Center, taking runners through the city.

See "Offerings Expand at Finishing Touches" pg.

See "Early Arrival at Saratoga" pg. 32

Photos by Dylan McGlynn.