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Scout’s Honor Organization Turns 100 and Recognizes Local Businessman by Yael Goldman Saratoga TODAY
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Ray O’Conor is this year’s Saratoga District Good Scout Award recipient and he is not even a Boy Scout. The award is presented to an individual who exemplifies the ideals of the national organization in all aspects of their daily life, Bob D’Avignon, Twin Rivers Council District Director, said. This year, the Saratoga District of Boy Scouts of America
See Good Scout page 29
• State budget passes • Saratoga Springs capital budget made public
See Budget pg 7
Racing for VLTs Lottery chooses Genting : What’s Next? by Yael Goldman Saratoga TODAY In the sprint to secure revenue before it’s too late, the desperate and indebted New York Racing Association cleared another hurdle
this week, but there’s still more to come. Finally, a decision made by deadline: New York State Lottery proudly announced on Tuesday, August 3 that Genting New York’s proposal had won the hearts of its Evaluation Committee, making the Malaysian-
based gambling enterprise the recommended VLT operator at Aqueduct Race Track. In a letter sent to Governor David Paterson, Gordon Medenica, NY Lottery Director said “Genting’s proposal was impressive on many levels,” and “reflects a deep and
insightful understanding of the opportunity and challenges of Aqueduct.” Financial challenges to be precise. Genting’s proposal, which received a score of 95 out of 100, was rein-
See Lottery page 5
Inside TODAY... New Voting Booths pg 6 Obituaries pg 8 Pulse pgs 10-17 Winner’s Circle pgs 22-27 Out of Kuwait: A Local Soldier’s Story pg 28 Your Home pg 35-40
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One of Saratoga’s most famous horses is making an appearance in his hometown this week. Funny Cide – the only New York-bred to have won the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes – has been in town since Tuesday, August 3 and will stay through Sunday, August 8, giving racing fans and horse lovers a chance to meet the celebrated racehorse. He is even being named guest star at Fasig-Tipton’s “Weanling to the Winner’s Circle” seminar at the Humphrey S. Finney Pavilion on Sunday, August 8 at 9 a.m., with registration held at 8:30 a.m.
Funny Cide is the popular gelding who was named the 2003 Champion Three-Year-Old Male. “The last time he was in Saratoga was two years ago, and he’s certainly a fan favorite,” said Jack Knowlton, managing partner for Sackatoga Stable. “We’re real happy to have the opportunity to let his fans come out and meet him.” Aimed at prospective thoroughbred owners, “Weanling to the Winner’s Circle” will also feature recently retired jockey Richard Migliore, Hall of Fame trainer Nick
Zito, and consignor Becky Thomas. The seminar is free to attend and tickets are available by calling the New York Thoroughbred Breeders at (518) 587-0777 and at the NYTB booth at Saratoga Race Course. For his stay in Saratoga County, Funny Cide has taken up temporary residence at Old Friends at Cabin Creek: the Bobby Frankel Division, and fans will be able to visit with him and the other horses at the farm during three open houses this week. The farm will be open to visitors on Saturday, August 7 from noon to 3 p.m. Visitors will learn about how they can help the farm through donations, by sponsoring a running shed, and by volunteering. Tickets to “Weanling to the Winner’s Circle”
will also be offered. Cabin Creek, which officially opened July 22, is the home of Thunder Rumble and Will’s Way, making it the only farm that hosts two Travers Stakes winners. Other residents at Cabin Creek are Cool N Collective, Karakorum Patriot, Midnight Secret, Moonshadow Gold, Red Down South, Watchem Smokey, and Zippy Chippy. The farm, located at 483 Sandhill Road in Greenfield Center is a satellite of Old Friends Equine, which is located in Georgetown, KY. For more information about Old Friends, visit www.oldfriendsequine.org. Funny Cide’s visit was made possible by Jack Knowlton, the Kentucky Horse Park, whose Hall
Photo provided by NYRA.com
Funny Cide in Saratoga
of Champions representative John Veague accompanied him on his flight to New York, H.E, and Sutton Forwarding and Brookledge, who provided transportation.
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April M. Allen, 25, of 900 Rock City Rd., Lot 85, Milton, was sentenced to five years probation after she pleaded guilty to a charge of second-degree attempted forgery, a class-E felony. She was arrested on December 16, 2009 for an incident that occurred on July 3, 2009 in Milton. Rasheen M. McDuffie, 34, of 337 N. Hudson Ave., Apt. 704, Stillwater, was sentenced to two to four years in state prison after he pleaded guilty to a charge of second-degree attempted assault, and 60 days in Saratoga County Jail after he pleaded guilty to the charge of failure to register, both are class-E felonies. He was arrested on May 18 for an incident that occurred on April 5. Cody M. Bowker, 21, of 82 Jefferson St., Saratoga Springs, pleaded guilty to a charge of sexual misconduct, a class-A misdemeanor after he was arrested on July 3, 2009 in Saratoga Springs. He also pleaded guilty to a charge of first-degree rape, a class-B felony and second-degree rape, a class-D felony. He was arrested for this incident on July 14 and 15, 2009 in Saratoga Springs. He will return to court for sentencing on September 27. Shannon M. Waite, 35, of 9 Hemlock Dr., Greenfield Center, was pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while intoxicated, a classE felony, after he was arrested on July 16 in Greenfield. She will return to court for sentencing on September 30. Jacob W. Lapasinskas, 20, homeless, was sentenced to one to three years in state prison after he was charged with third-degree grand larceny, a felony. He was arrested on May 3. Chad C. Fitzgerald, 33, of 110 Maple Ave., Apt. 2, Corinth, was resentenced to one and a half years in state prison with credit for time served and 10 years of post release supervision after he was found to be in violation of the terms of his parole. He was originally sentenced to six months in Saratoga County Jail after he was convicted of third-degree criminal sex act, a class-E felony. Guy J. Pucci, 36, of 34 Hudson St., Apt. 2, Waterford, pleaded guilty to a charge of third-degree
criminal mischief, a class-E felony, after he was arrested on March 8 in Waterford. He was also placed on interim probation and will return to court for sentencing on September 15. Bernadette R. Rocco, 45, of 16 Leonards Rd., Saratoga Springs, was sentenced to time served and five years probation after she pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while intoxicated, a class-E felony. She was arrested on February 23 in Saratoga Springs. Michael S. Stephens, 22, address listed as Community Court Motel, Saratoga Springs, was sentenced to six months in Saratoga County Jail and five years probation after he pleaded guilty to a charge of third-degree criminal possession of a weapon, a class-D felony. He was arrested on April 14 in Saratoga Springs. Denton J. Skiff, 32, of 299 West Circular St., Saratoga Springs, was sentenced to time served and five years probation after he pleaded guilty to a charge of third-degree burglary, a class-D felony. He was arrested on March 20 in Saratoga Springs.
Brigitte E. Koziol, 45, of 3 Stage Run, Waterford, was sentenced to five days in Saratoga County Jail, three years probation and ordered to pay a $1,000 fine after she pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while intoxicated, a class-E felony, and seconddegree criminal contempt, a class-A misdemeanor. She was arrested on April 25, 2009 in Clifton Park. Heather M. Gates, 32, of 20 Avenue F, Mechanicville, was sentenced to time served and five years probation after she pleaded guilty to a charge of seconddegree attempted assault, a classE felony. She was arrested on March 14 for an incident that occurred on March 12 in Malta. Christian G. Gimenez, 29, of 96 Read Park Rd., Lake Luzerne, pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while intoxicated, a class-E felony. He was arrested on March 6 in Saratoga Springs
and will return to court for sentencing on September 9. Shawn E. Bouchard, 27, of 11 Arbor Ave., Mechanicville, pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while intoxicated, a class-E felony. He was arrested on March 17 in Clifton Park and will return to court for sentencing on September 9. Matthew P. McDonald, 29, of 7310 Bennington Dr., Knoxville, TN, pleaded guilty to the charged of first-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, a class-E felony and driving
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while intoxicated, a misdemeanor, after he was arrested on May 1 in Clifton Park and will return to court for sentencing on September 9. Barry J. Gronczniak, 44, of 586 Route 9P, Stillwater, was sentenced to one and a third to four years in state prison after he was convicted of driving while intoxicated, a class-D felony. He was arrested on November 20, 2008. - Compiled by Melissa Downer
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by Melissa Downer Saratoga TODAY Saratoga Springs-nationally known for health, history, horses and now wine. Eight local establishments were listed in Wine Spectator magazine's "Best Restaurants for Wine Lovers" section that hit the stands this month. The internationally-known magazine awarded 3,743 restaurants around the world with this distinction including Chianti il Ristorante, The Grey Gelding Bistro and Bar, Longfellows Restaurant, The Olde Bryan Inn, Prime at Saratoga National, The Village Pizzeria and Ristorante, Wheatfields Restaurant and Bar and The Wine Bar. Restaurant owners who have more than 100 bottles on their wine list can apply to win this award by sending a copy of their wine list, menu and a write-up about the establishment and their wine program to Wine Spectator magazine. The annual awards are given in three categories: Award of Excellence, Best of Award of Excellence and the Grand Award. All eight of the local eateries won the Award of Excellence and according to winespectator.com, the winning restaurants "offer a wellchosen selection of quality producers, along with a thematic match to
the menu in both price and style." Next year, Sandra Foster, owner of The Village Pizzeria and Ristorante hopes to achieve the second-tier award, Best of Award of Excellence. This is her third year winning the Award of Excellence. "Wine is a focal point of our restaurant," she said. "All of our staff has taken courses with master sommeliers (wine stewards) and we travel to Italy and California each year to learn more and to meet winery owners to establish relationships with them." This year, 2,880 establishments won the Award of Excellence and only 788 won the Best of Award of Excellence. It is a requirement to have excellent breadth of wines over several growing regions, and Foster said that she believes her restaurant has what it takes to win the more prestigious award. The Village Pizzeria and Ristorante hosts educational wine paring dinners for the public frequently and hosts the "Toast to the
Ta Tas" event to support the Avon Breast Cancer Foundation with wine tastings, dinner, entertainment, raffles and a silent auction on August 16 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. with tickets costing $35. "We try to do a lot to educate the public and give to important causes," Foster, who is a breast cancer survivor, said. According to Wine and Spirits Manager Jon Vetter of Wheatfields Restaurant and Bar, having eight local restaurants win an international award says a lot about the quality of local businesses. "As a small resort community, for eight restaurants to win this title, it's incredible," he said. "You can go to Las Vegas where every restaurant has awards for their wine selection but we are a small city. This is just another reason why Saratoga Springs is becoming a year-round resort destination. It says a lot about the commitment to quality and hospitality we all have." At Wheatfields Restauant and Bar, Vetter said that while they carry nationally and internationallyknown brands of wine, they also search far and wide to find high quality yet lesser known wines as well. "For instance, Avalon Cabernet comes from the Napa Valley, and it is by far the best bottle of wine I've ever had that costs less than $50. You can't find a better one in my opinion," he said. "We rack sources and distributors to find off-the-beaten-path wines at a reasonable cost, and we think that may attribute to our winning the award."
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in brief Matthew D. McDonald Joins Saratoga Hospital as New Surgeon Matthew D. McDonald, DO, General Surgeon, has joined the medical staff of Saratoga Hospital. D r . McDonald is McDonald p r a c t i c i n g with Saratoga Surgical Associates. Prior to arriving in Saratoga, he was the Chief of General and Bariatric Surgery as well as Critical Care at Keller Army Community Hospital at West Point. He completed an internship and residency in general surgery at SUNY Upstate Medical Center, Syracuse, NY. Dr. McDonald earned his medical degree from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is Board Certified in General Surgery. For more information or for a referral, please call HealthSource at (518) 5802450 or 1-866-580-2450 (toll free). Saratoga Hospital and Saratoga Care Nursing Home, affiliates of Saratoga Care, Inc., are a 207-bed community hospital and nursing home designed to serve as Saratoga County's community health resource. Saratoga Hospital is the first hospital in Capital Region to achieve the Magnet Designation for nursing excellence. The hospital has over 320 admitting physicians and offers more than 30 medical specialties and extensive clinical services. Saratoga Hospital, dedicated to providing a continuum of healthcare services to the people of Saratoga County, includes Wilton Medical Arts, Malta Medical Arts, Saratoga Surgery Center, Mollie Wilmot Radiation Oncology Center, Saratoga Family Physicians, The Saratoga Center for Endocrinology and Diabetes, Saratoga Hospital Pain Management Center, Saratoga Family Health, Schuylerville Family Health and Galway Family Health. To obtain additional information on all aspects of Saratoga Care, go to w w w. s a r a t o g a c a r e . o r g <http://www.saratogacare.org/> on the worldwide web.
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Lottery Recommends VLT Operator On Time continued from Page 1
“I would characterize my attitude as cautiously optimistic that the Lottery Division was able to reach a recommendation by its stated deadline of August 3.” Hugh Farley New York State Senator
forced by a hearty $380 million upfront licensing payment –$80 million more than the State had actually requested – which surely had a stake in earning the Committee’s unanimous approval. Genting said its plans would create more than 2,000 construction and racino jobs, and that once the racino is fully operational, it will generate more than $500 million for New York State each year. And, if all goes as planned, NYRA is slated to receive seven percent of the revenues. The winning bidder proposes a facility equipped with two gaming floors, 4,525 video lottery terminals, a 2,100-space parking garage, a new pedestrian bridge to the Aqueduct subway station, and construction of a new porte cochere – all of which Genting will finance without borrowing any funds. “I would characterize my attitude as cautiously optimistic that the Lottery Division was able to reach a recommendation by its stated deadline of August 3. I would hope that the Governor keeps the process moving and accepts their recommendation of Genting because the process still has many hurdles before we see any revenues,” Republican Senator Hugh Farley said. But NY Lottery only makes the recommendation. Even though Genting is the sole contender vying for control over Aqueduct’s video gaming facility, the rest is still up to the State’s legislative leaders. Thus, heavy financial pressure will remain an incredible burden for NYRA until, or unless, Governor Paterson, Senate Democratic Conference Leader
John Sampson and Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver give the final nod of approval. “[NYRA] is encouraged by the New York State Division of the Lottery’s timely selection of Genting New York LLC to develop and operate the VLT facility at Aqueduct Race Track. The community surrounding Aqueduct has expressed support for Genting’s plans, and we trust that the leaders of the State Assembly and Senate will approve the lottery’s recommendation at their earliest opportunity,” Charles Hayward, NYRA President and CEO said in a written statement. However, the wait for Patterson and legislator’s approval is not the only obstacle left on the track. New York Lottery made its recommendation less than a week after Aqueduct Entertainment Co. appeared before a state judge to protest its approval and then disqualification from the initial process and to request its bid to be put back in the running. Judge Barry Kramer dismissed AEC’s suit, but the company is pursuing an appeal, which could distract legislators from making the final motions to approve Genting. While the Lottery’s recommendation signifies landmark progress in the slow-moving yet selection process, NYRA is still in a dangerous situation. Without the money generated from the VLTs, NYRA faces fiscal insolvency, ultimately spelling disaster for the New York thoroughbred industry. And, as Genting’s proposal states: the racino would generate hundreds of in revenue for New York in a single year, which means every day is another dollar lost. “Get it done, and do it honestly,
Senator Roy McDonald said. “This needs to be completed as soon as possible to support the racing industry in New York The incompetence of this project has gone on way too long and has spanned the terms of governor’s from both party’s. We need to support racing, the delays thus far are unacceptable and have hurt not only the racing industry but also the tourism industry of New York.”
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New Voting Booths To Be Used This Voting Season by Melissa Downer Saratoga TODAY
Mark Bolles â&#x20AC;˘ Saratoga Today
Donna Gundersen demonstrates how to use the new voting machines at Wilton Town Court Monday
Thie election year, citizens in Saratoga County will be using a new system to cast their votes in the upcoming primary and general elections. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to say goodbye to the old voting system behind a curtain and hello to a new computerized system. The ImageCast Optical Scan Voting System is a portable voting machine used in Saratoga County with at least one ballot marking device (BMD) assigned at the polling place. Inspectors are also required to be at polling sites to assist voters when necessary. Voters will obtain a preprinted ballot containing all of the candidates and different contests they are campaigning for. These will
be given to voters by the polling inspector. Once voters have received their ballot they will be directed to privacy booths to mark ballots with a special marking pen. Once the ballot has been completed, they will be placed in a privacy sleeve and taken to the ImageCast system to be scanned. The marked paper ballot will then be inserted into the ImageCast Ballot Counter which reads the ballot and deposits it into an internal compartment within the ballot box. The screen on the ImageCast will let voters know that their ballot is being scanned and when their votes are properly accounted for. There will be other devices available to assist the visually impaired or disabled voters. There is also an option display screen that can be
turned on at the beginning of the voting session to allow voters to view their ballot and make sure they have made their proper selections. This also has privacy barriers. The screen will also show voters how to add write-in votes as well. Once the session is completed, the BMD will print a marked ballot based upon the individual voterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s selection and is placed into a privacy sleeve. At this point, the ballot is ready to be inserted into the ImageCast's ballot scanning station, just like the paper ballots. A screen will prompt voters to choose if they want an audio/visual session for a final review. When satisfied, voters then cast their ballot. They are automatically deposited into the same internal component as all of the other ballots. When the polls have closed, the ImageCast will print the results that include the number of ballots cast. The ImageCast is helpful because it allows a voter with disabilities to privately and independently vote on a paper ballot. Audio and tactile interfaces allow voters with sight challenges to complete their ballot. Voters can listen to the selections over headphones, or view an LCD screen with an image of their ballot that can be adjusted for size and contrast. A "Sip-NPuff" or paddle device may also be used by voters with limited hand dexterity. Bill Fruci of the Saratoga County Board of Elections said that after holding a pilot run of the new voting machines last year, they have made significant changes to ensure that voters receive their entitled privacy. A voting machine demonstration will be held on August 17 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Saratoga Springs City Hall. Important Dates: Registration for the Primary Elections held on September 14 must be postmarked by August 20 and September 7 is the last day to postmark an absentee ballot application. Registration for the General Election held on November 2 must be postmarked by October 8 and October 26 is the last day to postmark an absentee ballot application.
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State Passes Budget, Finally by Melissa Downer Saratoga TODAY One-hundred-twenty-five days overdue, New York State finally has a budget for the 2010-2011 fiscal year. Though not the latest-ever budget, this one is the third latest with the record being the 2004-2005 budget being passed on August 11, 2004. On Tuesday, August 2, lawmakers passed the legislation that will add new taxes on clothing by eliminating a sales tax exemption on clothing purchases less than $110 on October 1 with an expectation that it will raise $330 million for the state. There will now be a four percent sales tax on purchases under $110. Other tax hikes include sales tax for
online hotel reservation sites and cutting the amount of charitable tax deductions over $10 million by half. The $136 billion budget passed by a 32 to 28 vote, with a spending increase of 2.4 percent over last year’s budget. Governor David Paterson’s director of Communications Morgan Hook issued the following statement: “Today the state finalized a budget that closes a $9.2 billion budget gap. This was done primarily through spending cuts and with no borrowing. Additionally, for the first time in State history, we have taken action – through a FMAP (Medicaid) contingency plan, which was championed by the Governor – in anticipation of a loss of federal revenue, and put spending cuts in
7 place to fill the gap. Governor Paterson has spent the last eight months fighting for the fiscal health of New York on behalf of all New Yorkers. A fiscally responsible budget will help our State turn the corner on this economic crisis, and put us on a path to recovery.” The state will also increase its share of revenue from video lottery terminals and will also allow gaming organizations to extend their hours. Though Democrats praise the budget, Republicans are not so pleased. Local leaders expressed similar objections: “In my opinion, this is one of the worst budgets the legislature has ever passed. It will put an extra $4 billion in taxes on state residents when it is fully implemented, but still does not address the most important problems which are spending and Medicaid costs. Even
the Comptroller has expressed the opinion that the revenue projections utilized were wildly optimistic. The biggest issue remains the process, because the budget was not done in an open bipartisan discussion; this is why I joined every Republican in the Senate in voting against it” said State Senator Hugh Farley. “The only thing real about this budget is that it’s real bad. It’s especially devastating to Upstate with an unfair level of cuts to projects, human services along with more taxes, that’s why I voted against it,” said State Senator Roy McDonald. “This isn’t the right way to do business, the budget was concocted in a back room, with only one party and one geographic location represented, New York City. With complete disregard to the people and the process, a handful of legislative leaders doing the budget in a back room is completely disgraceful.”
According to Assemblyman Jim Tedisco, (R,C,I-SchenectadySaratoga): “This year’s late budget was devised in secret by a ‘Tri-ocracy’ of ‘Three Men in a Room’ – the Governor, Assembly Speaker and Senate Conference Leader, and does nothing more than kick the can down the road for future generations of taxpayers. They have kicked the can down the road so much it has rusted out and continue to leak huge amounts of taxpayer dollars.” He added, “It’s time for Upstate and Long Island Assembly Majority members whose districts are most impacted by high property taxes to demand that tax cap legislation move forward just like it has in the Senate. Real reform, both fiscal and legislative, will come when rank and file legislators rise up and retake the Legislature from the clutches of the Tri-ocracy.”
Mayor Makes Public Saratoga Springs 2011 Capital Budget by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY Prior to the Saratoga Springs City Council meeting on Tuesday, August 3, Mayor Scott Johnson presented a look at the proposed 2011 Capital Program at a public hearing. A total of eleven projects were ranked in order of priority, with the total increase to the debt limit at $1,199,000. The projects in ranked order are: (Requesting Agency / Project Name/ 2011 $ Total) 1- Public Safety (DPS) Workplace Violence Program Building Security Repair $36,000 2- DPS Blood Borne Decontamination and Cleaning Facilities $64.000 3- DPS Lake Avenue Fire Station Roof
$120,000 4- Public Works (DPW) * Beekman Street Infrastructure Improvement and Replacement $800,000 5- DPW Vacuum/ Sewer Cleaning Truck $225,000 6- DPS Civilian Fingerprinting Equipt. $19,000 7- DPW Canfield Casino Rehabilitation $300,000 8- DPW Public Works Garage Rehabilitation $175,000 9- DPW City Building and Facilities: Repair and Upgrades $100,000 10- DPS Reflective Sign Project $110,000 11- DPS Brush Truck
$ 50,000 * The Beekman Street Infrastructure Project will be paid for by the Water Fund and is not part of the total debt limit increase. Two other projects which are dependent on external funding were also named. The Mayor’s Department has scheduled Phase 2 of the Waterfront Park Property
Redevelopment if $800,000 in grant funding is obtained. The Recreation Department has scheduled $25,000 in Capital Improvements to the East and West side recreation fields subject to School District funding. Projections on funding needs through 2016 were also included in this presentation, although they will not be formally submitted until
before the individual budget year and thus might be changed. There will be two more public hearings (Wednesday, August 11 at 12:30 p.m. and Tuesday, August 17 at 6:45 p.m.) before the Council votes on this Capital Program on September 15. The Council is required to vote on the entire budget by November 30.
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Friday, August 6, 2010
Ruth E. McNulty
Saratoga County Deceased Veteren of the Month
John Joseph Kondrat, T/5, U.S. Army
John Joseph Kondrat from the Town of Providence served in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1945 with the 85th Infantry Division in the European Theater of Operations. He earned 3 battle stars. Mr. Kondrat retired after 32 years as Highway Superintendent for the Town of Providence. He is
Sam Fusto Saratoga Springs – Sam Fusto of Christina Court passed away Thursday, July 22, 2010 at his residence. He was 86. Born on June 14, 1924 in Brooklyn, he was a son of the late Nunzio and Grace Carano Fusto and attended the College School of Industrial Art in New York City. A United States Army veteran in the European Theatre during WWII, he worked in the art department for the United States Post Office, being the only artist to have painted a mural in one post office in NYC. Sam and his wife moved to the Saratoga Springs area in1976 and while enjoying his retirement, he stayed busy painting murals throughout many area malls. He was a member of Gurtler Brothers Post 420 VFW. Survivors include his wife, Josephine Lauricella Fusto of Saratoga Springs and one sister, Helen Garcia of Florida. Relatives and friends gathered to remember him on Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at Our Lady’s Chapel in the parish center of St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church, followed by a funeral service also in the Chapel. Entombment with military honors followed in Memory Gardens in Colonie. Memorials may be made in his name to the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205. Arrangements were under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway (5845373). Online remembrances may be made at .burkefuneralhome.com.
survived by his wife Eileen, his sons Joseph, David and Gary and three daughters Carol, Shirley and Joan. A memorial program will be held in Mr. Kondrat’s memory on Tuesday, August 17, 2010 at 2:30 p.m. in the Supervisor’s Meeting Room of the County Building at 40 McMaster Street in Ballston Spa. The public is invited to attend this ceremony and the reception that will follow.
It is the policy of Saratoga TODAY to publish obituaries as a service to our readers. Please send your obituaries to Anne Proulx at aproulx@ saratoga publishing.com.
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Saratoga Springs, - Ruth E. McNulty of Northway Court passed away Thursday, July 22, 2010 at Mary’s Haven. She was 70. Born on July 3, 1940 in Corinth, she was the daughter of the late Ethan Allen and Beatrice (Viele) Priest and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Saratoga Springs. A machine operator for the General Foods Company for many years, her interests included crossword puzzles, visiting the Yaddo Gardens and spending time with her grandchildren. She was an avid NASCAR fan and loved her family, her numerous neighbors and the various local spring waters.
In addition to her parents, Ruth was predeceased by a brother, Burt Priest. Survivors include her son, Martin (Tonya) McNulty of Washington, PA; her daughter and son-in-law, Debora (Matthew) Diehl of Saratoga Springs; two brothers, Daniel Priest of Clifton Park and John Priest of Gansevoort; four sisters, Harriet Bishop of Middle Grove, Rebecca Woolley of Saratoga Springs, Margaret Dickson of Romona, CA and Janice Escola of Escondido, CA; three grandchildren, Steven Diehl, Victoria and Olivia McNulty; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Relatives and friends gathered to remember her on Sunday, July 25,
2010 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes in Saratoga Springs. Funeral services were conducted on Monday morning, July 26 at the Burke/Bussing Funeral Homes in Saratoga Springs. Burial followed in the family plot in Greenfield Cemetery. Memorials may be made in her name to Mary’s Haven, 35 New Street or to Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Online remembrances may be made at .burkefuneralhome.com.
Joan Elizabeth Taylor Greenfield – Joan Elizabeth Taylor of Daniels Road passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at her residence. She was 74. Born on Feb. 26, 1936 in Port Henry, NY, she was a daughter of the late Ralph and Anne (Esposito) Salerno and in high school was a volleyball player, cheerleader and voted Class Venus! A former resident of Malone, NY, prior to moving to Saratoga Springs many years ago, Joan had worked for the late John T. Roohan in real estate and was a former employee of Skidmore College. A communicant of St. Joseph’s Church in Greenfield Center, she was a longtime active member of the Ladies Guild. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband and soul mate, James F. Taylor, whom she married on Oct. 6, 1956. He was taken from this life much too early on Feb. 9, 1994. She also lost her dear sister,
Mary Ann Saunders, to cancer a few years ago. Survivors include her son, Andrew J. Taylor and her adopted son, Bob Lane, both of Greenfield Center; her daughter and son-in-law, Jill TaylorD’Andrea and Frank D’Andrea; two sisters, Rose Capuano and Louise Wheelock, both of Port Henry; three brothers, Paul and Pat Salerno of Port Henry and Joe Salerno of VT; she was “Grandma Joanie” to many, especially her three beautiful and talented granddaughters, Taylor, Quinn and Zoe D’Andrea; and also survived by numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and many loving and dear friends. Her kindness, generosity and warmth were unrivaled. She touched many lives with her thoughtful, caring ways. She believed it was her mission in life to take care of everyone around her - even perfect strangers were welcome into her home and in her heart. As one who never forgot a birthday or
anniversary, she will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew her. Relatives and friends gathered in her memory on Sunday, August 1 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of Saratoga Springs. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Monday, Aug. 2, 2010 in St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church in Greenfield Center. Burial followed in the family plot at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Saratoga Springs. Memorials may be made in her name to benefit children with HIV/AIDS at St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to any area agency that may benefit wounded service personnel of the US military. Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.
Carol Ann Carmody Greenwich-Carol Ann Carmody, 78, of Greenwich passed away suddenly but peacefully into the arms of her savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, July 24, 2010 at Glens Falls Hospital, with her children and grandchildren by her side. Born on July 1, 1932 in Kerhonkson, NY, she was the daughter of the late George and Mabel Greene Kortright. Carol attended nursing school in Kingston, NY where she received her RN degree. While working as a nurse at Glens Falls Hospital, she met and married her lifetime love, John “Jack” Carmody, on August 8, 1954. In 1960, the very same day her son was born, Jack and Carol opened the doors to Carmody Ford-Mercury Inc. in Greenwich, which is still owned and operated by their son John Jr. During her 50 years in Greenwich,
Carol participated in many organizations and activities. She served on the boards of Mary McClellan Hospital and the regional Glens Falls National Bank. Having been raised with little, Carol loved being overly generous to her family and to others. Her beloved pet project was Operation Santa, which fulfilled her spirit of generosity. Carol continued to serve as VP of Carmody Ford, and loved going to work every day. Carol loved golfing, and enjoyed an honorary membership at the Battenkill Country Club. She also loved antiquing, gardening, and cooking for her family and old gourmet club. She loved impromptu gettogethers with friends, family and neighbors, and deeply treasured these relationships. She was happiest surrounded by the people she loved. Her loyalty, love, protection and faith
were unwavering. The family thought of her as their family “rock,” offering them guidance and help whenever they needed it. Carol truly appreciated the simple pleasures of life. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband John “Jack” Carmody who passed away in October of last year. Carol selflessly devoted the past 16 years patiently caring for her beloved husband; a brother Frank Kortright also predeceased her. Survivors include her daughter, Cindy Spence of Hebron and her son John (Maureen) Carmody of Argyle; four grandchildren, Christopher Spence of North Salem, NY, Cameron Spence of New Paltz, NY, and Ethan and Eve Carmody of Argyle. All of her grandchildren had a special connection with her. She is also survived by her brothers, Russell
and Lawrence Kortright of Kerhonkson, and Robert Kortright of Wappingers Falls, NY; her sister, Alice Smith of Ellenville, NY; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral mass was celebrated on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich with Rev. Martin Fisher, officiating. Burial was held at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville. The family wishes to give special thanks to Dr. Colleen Quinn and the staff at Glens Falls Hospital whose intelligence and compassion gave our mother comfort and dignity. Memorials can be made in her memory to the Greenwich Medical Center or Operation Santa. Online remembrances can be made at www.flynnbrosinc.com
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Saratoga Sponsor-a-Scholar welcomes 2010-2011 Scholars The Saratoga Sponsor-A-Scholar Program (SSAS), in partnership with the Saratoga Springs City School District, hosted a celebration to welcome its third group of 10 students who will be enrolled in the SSAS program as sophomores at the high school in the fall of 2010. SSAS board members, administrators from the Saratoga Springs City School District, sponsors and donors as well as students, parents and mentors from the first two SSAS classes, were on hand to congratulate the new scholars.
Ms. Stevens receives degree Ms. Megan D. Stevens of Saratoga Springs received a bachelor’s degree during the 2010 Commencement Ceremonies of Hobart and William Smith Colleges recently.
Ms. Stevens, the child of Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Stevens, majored in History and received a B.A. She also studied abroad while at HWS. Our congratulations to you!
Saratoga Springs High School and the Wilton Rotary Club sponsor ‘Respect’ awards Thirty-six students from Saratoga Springs High School received Respect Awards at the end of the 2010 school year during a special program in the Meade (teaching) Auditorium. This is the third year of the program, which is sponsored by the Wilton Rotary Club of Rotary International in collaboration with the faculty and staff of the high school, as well as the high school Parent-TeacherStudent Organization. The award recognizes high school students for the 2009-2010 academic year who have earned the respect of their teachers, parents, friends, others, and most importantly, themselves. The guest speaker was Judy Ekman, executive director of The Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention Council of Saratoga County. The recipients are listed below. Matthew Beckwith Catherine Carswell Abhishek Chopra Halley Choy Caitlin Cummings Conor Doolin
Hannah Doty Jessica Famiano Logan Fischer Eric Hayden Emily Hill Emma Hodgson Katelyn Hurley William Jayko Nicholas Kirkpatrick Kristi Krulcik Anthony Luciano Lauren MacNeill Renee Martin Douglas McEachron Alexandra Messier Mary Morris Margaret Morrissey Kaeleen O’Connor Jennifer O’Neil Nicholas Parry Joshua Rezsnyak Brooke Ruggiero Julia Sirianni Alan Spadafora Kamaal Stanley Hal Starnes Gabriel Sullivan Nina Talamo Jacob Veitch Joseph Wagner
“We are pleased to be inducting our third class of scholars, “said Acting Executive Director Jim LaVigne. “It has been gratifying to watch our scholars grow and mature in this program. We have students who have made Honor Roll for the first time and other students who have improved their grades through SSAS tutoring.” This class will bring the number of students enrolled in SSAS to 30 in the fall of 2010. The first class of SSAS scholars will graduate from high school in June, 2011. Congrats, everyone!
It’s a girl! Joannia and Jason Richesin of Saratoga Springs welcomed a baby daughter, Jenna Rose, on Friday, July 16, 2010. Jenna Rose weighed 8 pounds, .08 ounces and was 20 1⁄2 inches long. She was welcomed at home by big sister Jordan Lynn. Her maternal grandparents are Glenda and William Harrison of Lansing, Kansas; her paternal grandparents are Darrell and Patricia Opine of Arkoma, Oklahoma. Congratulations to everyone!
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Connor, age 7
Rachel, age 7
Garrett Sarah, age 10
Mason, age 5
Noah, age 6 The tooth fairy club is sponsored by:
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Members of the Racing City Chorus, Saratoga's Ambassadors of Harmony, will be presenting a cappella vocal music evenings during the racing season outside participating downtown restaurants. The “Barbershop on Broadway” performances are free to the public, and will feature popular music, show tunes, and barbershop standards in four-part harmony on August 5, 11, 19 and 26 between the hours of 7 and 10 p.m. Performance venues each evening will include Scallions on Lake Avenue, Hattie’s on Phila Street, Brindisi's, Holiday Inn and The Inn at Saratoga on Broadway, The End Zone on Ballston Avenue, and The Olde Bryan Inn on Maple Avenue. “We are thrilled to bring this unique form of entertainment to many downtown visitors who will be enjoying the summer evenings in Saratoga,” said George “Guv” Wallace, the marketing and public relations contact
for the chorus. “We are also grateful to these downtown restaurants for helping to make the Saratoga summer experience memorable,” he said. The Racing City Chorus was founded in 1956, and is the reigning Barbershop Harmony Society Mountain Division Champion in the Northeastern District. They present more than 35 public appearances annually, which in the past have i n c l u d e d Saratoga Arts Fest, Saratoga First Night, the Downtown B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n ' s Racing City Chorus
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“Hats Off to Saratoga” street fest for the opening of the race track season, and the Elk's Flag Day Parade. For more information concerning the “Barbershop on Broadway” summer performance schedule, visit the Chorus' website at www.RacingCityChorus.org
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Philadelphia Orchestra Highlights this Week Photo by ROBERT ASCROFT
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Alec Baldwin , Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Chantal Juillet, MaestroCharlesDutoit The Philadelphia Orchestra’s residency at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center will run through August 21. Ticket prices for all Orchestra performances start at $18 for lawn seats; inside seating ranges from $31 - $72.50. The “GE Kids in Free” promotion entitles children 12 and under to free lawn admission for classical performances; middle school, high school and college student lawn admission is $10. Tickets are available at www.spac.org, by phone at (518) 584-9330 or at SPAC's Route 50 Box Office.
Upcoming performance highlights include: Friday, August 6: Alec Baldwin narrating ‘Peter and the Wolf’
Award-winning actor Alec Baldwin returns to SPAC’s stage to narrate Sergei Prokofiev's family classic ‘Peter and the Wolf.’ Originally composed in 1936 for a children’s theater in Moscow, ‘Peter and the Wolf’ has become Prokofiev’s best-known work. The composer, who wrote the story as well as the music, uses personified instruments to tell the tale of young Peter and his animal friends the Duck, the Bird, and the Cat (represented by an oboe, flute, and clarinet respectively). Peter, himself represented by the string section, outwits the Wolf (French horns), who is threatening his small Russian village. The well-loved work, which will have its first orchestral performance at SPAC this season, is
frequently used in music education to teach children about the different instruments of the orchestra. Saturday, August 7: Beethoven’s Ode to Joy with the Mendelssohn Choir The internationally esteemed 125member Mendelssohn Club of Philadelphia will share the stage with the Orchestra to present a performance of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9. Considered a work of musical genius and one of the most important orchestral pieces in the western classical repertoire, “Beethoven's Ninth” is his final complete symphony and the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony. It is defined by its grandiose scale and structure as well as the innovation of the final
movement that uses Friedrich Schiller's ‘Ode to Joy’ for chorus and vocal soloists. Wednesday, August 11: All-Gershwin Program Piano virtuoso Jean-Yves Thibaudet will perform Gershwin’s jazz-inspired ‘Piano Concerto in F’ as part of an All-Gershwin program that also includes ‘An American in Paris,’ ‘I Got Rhythm variations’ for piano and orchestra and ‘Porgy and Bess,’ A Symphonic Picture Thursday, August 12: The Farewell Celebration Among the biggest highlights of the 2010 season will be the August 12 “Farewell Concert” for Charles Dutoit and Chantal Juillet. Dutoit has been the Artistic Director and Principal Conductor of The
Philadelphia Orchestra’s SPAC Season since 1990; Juillet has been the Director of the Saratoga Chamber Music Festival since 1991. Recently, each announced that the 2010 SPAC Season would be their last in these roles, citing a desire to devote more time to other artistic responsibilities. Both Dutoit and Juillet, who were recently married, will participate in this special program. Dutoit will lead the Orchestra in performances of masterful works by Shostakovich, Debussy and Respighi. Chantal Juillet will be the evening’s soloist, performing Korngold’s Violin Concerto. The evening will conclude with a champagne toast to Dutoit and Juillet and a brilliant fireworks display.
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First Saturday Arts Night in Saratoga on Saturday, August 7 First Saturday Arts Night in Saratoga Springs is on Saturday, August 7. On the First Saturday of each month, local galleries and exhibition sites in Saratoga Springs stay open to the public from 5 to 8 p.m. for artists’ receptions, performances, and other happenings. Check with each location for specific information. Receptions are open to the public and free of charge. Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, 584-4132 “Saratoga Inside Out,” Annual Member Exhibit Saratoga Arts Member’s Hall, 320 Broadway, 584-4132 “Tendrils,” works on paper by Russell Serrianne Circus Café 392 Broadway, 583-1106 Vintage circus art plus A-Man karaoke at 10 p.m.
Crafters Gallery 427 Broadway, 583-2435 Artwork by multiple artists in various mediums and styles Feast Gallery & Meeting Space 142 Grand Avenue, 321-8473 “Adirondack View,” watercolors, oils, sculpture by Michael Ringer Flores Studio 492 Broadway, 232-1017 Manhattan and Lady Liberty cityscapes, Adirondack landscapes, blues and jazz art, equestrian, racing and polo art by Frankie Flores Mimosa Gallery 70C Beekman Street and 454 Broadway, 583-1163 Furniture, sculpture and wall hangings by Julie and Ken Girardini, metal artists through September 19 110 Spring Street Gallery 110 Spring Street, 587-6433
“In the Mood” featuring works of artist David Arsenault 70 Beekman Art Gallery, 70 Beekman Street, 542-6688 Ceramic and abstract mixed media by Regis Brodie, water colors by Pei Xiao Ping and oils by Wang He Spa Fine Art 376 Broadway, 239-649-6255 “Enjoy the Bounty of the Countryside,” oil paintings by Christopher Pierce Laura Wilson Gallery 385 Broadway, 724-953-3382 “Floral Meticuli,” acrylic florals on canvas by Laura and Thom Wilson
‘Soft Morning’ by Michael Ringer at Feast Gallery
Sorelle Gallery 385 Broadway, 584-0600 Traditional and contemporary art with 5 new signed artists featured
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“Girl Power” Book Signing and Art Show
Presenting The Reader’s Digest Edition of the Bard
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L to R: Colin Bresnahan, Ryan Crotty and Natalie Zeunges Have you ever wondered if it was possible to perform every Shakespearean play in just one evening? See how it’s done at the Saratoga Arts Center, as Flying Kite Children’s Theatre presents “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)!” Chaos can be the only result as three actors, playing themselves, attempt a feat that is unprecedented in history: to perform all of William Shakespeare’s famous work in one night! Filled with audience participation, crazy props, and of course a cooking show, this two act comedy will make you fall off your seat laughing! “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)” was written by Adam Long, Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield. The show includes a cast and production team of all local
teenagers under the direction of Flying Kite’s Journey KerchnerPirrone. Teenagers also fill the roles of Stage Manager, Costume/Prop Designers, Lighting and Sound designers and have all apprenticed under Kerchner-Pirrone. Performances will be held at the Dee Sarno Theater inside the Saratoga Arts Center at 320 Broadway. Performance dates and times are: Friday, August 6 at 7 p.m. Saturday, August 7 at 6 p.m. Sunday, August 8 at 1 p.m. General Admission is $10 and tickets will be sold at the door 30 minutes prior to each performance *Please Note: This show has a PG-13 rating. For more information call: (518) 376-3244
Seen at The Saratoga Hospital Gala Wednesday, August 4, at The Lodge Restaurant - Saratoga Gaming and Raceway Photos By Mark Bolles
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Photos by Walter Ardziewicz
Weekend @ Sting Photo by Sharon Castro • Saratoga Today
Maroon 5 Photo by Mark Bolles • Saratoga Today
O.A.R. Photo by Mark Bolles • Saratoga Today
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Online bidding off and ‘running’ for Saratoga Bridges Benefit Saratoga Bridges invites you to “Get Your Motor Running” to their fundraiser which will be held at Saratoga Springs’ landmark Siro’s Restaurant on Wednesday, August 18 from 6 to 9 p.m. Guests will also enjoy a pig roast with all the fixings, open bar plus live and silent auctions. The online portion of the Saratoga Bridges’ 2010 “Get Your Motor Running” Gala Auction is now open and will run until August 16, with final bidding to take place at their fundraising event on August 18 for most items. You can find a complete listing and place a bid on over 30 unique and diverse packages at www.biddingforgood.com/saratogabridges. At the event, Goldy McJohn, original member of Steppenwolf, and his all-star band will perform as part of “The Magic Carpet Ride Tour” in their only area appearance. And one of the packages (dubbed “Born to be Wild”) will give you the opportunity to get on stage and sing that hit song with the band. Your budding musical career will get a chance to further blossom during a complimentary recording session at a professional studio. The auction packages truly contain something for everyone, with values that enable a wide variety of people to participate for an excellent cause. Whether you are a sports fan, spa lover, travel buff or jewelry aficionado there are several great items available for you. Here are some of the packages that are proving to be very popular to date online:
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Summer Concert Series continues on Tuesday evenings during August Performances are from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the War Memorial in Congress Park. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, a picnic supper, and relax as the wonderful music cascades all around you. The Heaters, who have been delighting audiences for years, will play on August 17. The following Tuesday, August 24, Otto Road will bring harmony to the air and concluding the series will be local favorites Rick Bolton and Jeff Walton on August 31. A free community event, the Concert Series is a program of the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center and made possible by public donations and generous sponsors. All concerts are weather permitting. For further information contact the Visitor Center at (518) 587-3241.
• Four one-day ‘Park Hopper’ passes for Walt Disney World • Two tickets to “Dancing with the Stars” including roundtrip airfare • A wine dinner party for 25 at Prime Restaurant at Saratoga National Golf Club • An autographed Dave Matthews Band photo • A personal guided tour of the Lilly Pulitzer corporate headquarters • 14 karat yellow-gold earrings with large fine quality freshwater pearls • VIP box for five to the Alabama Stakes (August 21) at Saratoga
Race Course • A 2’ x 3’ green Kazak handmade Indian carpet and a $500 gift certificate to Stockade Imports The event attire is cocktail, casual, or biker - so feel free to arrive on your motorcycle! Admission is $150 per person; or $125 for ages 35 and under. Reservations can be made at www.biddingforgood.com/saratogabridges or to request an invitation, please call (518) 587-0723. Proceeds go to Saratoga Bridges in order to support programs and services provided to nearly 775 individuals living with a disability and their families.
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On Tuesday evenings, Congress Park will be alive with the music of (from top) The Heaters (August 17), Otto Road (August 24) and Rick Bolton + Jeff Walton (August 31)
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-Third Annual Ballston Spa Film Festival on August 6 and 7!
promises to be a treat for film lovers looking for variety. New
by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY The 3rd annual Ballston Spa Film Festival (BSFF), though still relatively young, has garnered a lot of attention worldwide and has brought a little of Hollywood glam to Saratoga County. After last year’s “Best Animated” winner French Roast went on to win an Oscar nomination, anticipation is high for this year’s contestants. With both amateur and professional films coming in from around the world (including Australia, Turkey, Ireland, Spain, England, Indonesia and more), the festival
some ‘must-sees’ include: by The Hybrid Union Dreamworks animator, Serguei Kockernov (Madagascar, Shrek 2, The Lion King) – a stunningly animated and comedic look at the constant quest for new and better resources Ghost of F. Scott Fitzgerald by Charlie Lyons – shot at Vassar College, includes appearances from Alexa Davalos (Defiance, Clash of the Titans) and Charlie Hofheimer (Cold Case, Numb3ers, House, Medium) Beneath the Same Sky – World premiere from locally-based director Dan Masucci hits a chord with the all too relevant story of a 10year- old boy and his test of courage
and strength while separated from his mother fighting in the war. Signs – Australian filmmaker Patrick Hughes knows when life feels monotonous and we wonder when the good part will finally begin, just look out the window. Maybe all it takes is just one sign – one sign that could change our life forever. Bodega – Director Brian Billow (director of numerous commercials, including ads for McDonalds, Wrigley’s, Office Max) brings us the amusing story of a desperate young man who robs a convenience store, only to find out he is the one that is going to have to work for his money. The Drum Set – Local student filmmaker Alex Gilmet (winner of “Best Direction” at the Rod Serling Video Festival) brings us the story of a young man who can mysteriously produce drum sounds from everyday objects.
The full lineup (free and open to the public) is currently scheduled as follows: Friday, August 6 at 7 p.m. – Ballston Spa High School: Documentaries Love in One Breath by Gökay Gürtunca (Turkey) A Place to Feed (Kyrgyzstan) Kicking Sawdust by Kent Wian The Forbidden Forest of the Dayak, Borneo (Indonesia) Fair Trade by Jacob McAuliffe Climate Change Refugees (Papua New Guinea) Energy for the Pamir Mountains (Tajikistan) Friday, August 6 at 9 p.m. Wiswall Park Live web simulcast of eScape the series Gone Fishing by Chris Jones (England), winner Best Picture BSFF 2009 Self by Manolo Celi, winner Best New Film BSFF 2009 French Roast by Fabrice Joubert,
winner Best Animated Film BSFF 2009 Made in Japan by Ciro Altabas, winner Best Comedy BSFF 2009 Bicycle Lessons by John Wager, Jason Ward and Guy Mastrion Music Video by Vesper Saturday, August 7 at 7 p.m. Ballston Spa High School Signs by Patrick Hughes (Australia) The Fifth Hour by JP Whitehead And What Remains by Marc Havener (Kansas) Finding Jean Lewis by Rachel Johnson Ghost of F. Scott Fitzgerald by Charlie Lyons Dash Cunning by William Saunders The Shot by Channing Whitaker WoodsHolow by Jacob McAuliffe Bodega by Brian Billow Peches by Cooper Wright Shot through the Heart by Karen Christina Jones & Damien Stewart Can’t Stand Losing You by Tom Ryan (Ireland) Greatest Man Alive by Mike Feurstein Saturday, August 7 at 9 p.m. Wiswall Park Coffee Bird by Brian Brinkman Dreams by Nevin Gaye Dogan (Turkey) The Loop by Jeff Knight & Rich Lounello True Beauty This Night by Peter Besson (Hollywood) Bye Robot by Mark Kines (Hollywood) Meeting Steven by Carlos Bastardes (Spain) The Hybrid Union by Serguei Kochernov (Hollywood) Close Your Eyes by Zeynep Nihan Yami (Turkey) Texting Her Patience by Chris Murphy Maggie and Mildred by Holly Klein (England) The Drum Set by Alex Gilmet
The Day the Robots Woke Up by Ed Hartwell (England) Shoes by Caner Apis (Turkey) Skylight by David Baas (Canada) In Dreams by John Detinger El Rayo y La Sirena by Diego Sanchidrian Rubio (Spain) Beneath the Same Sky by Dan Massucci BSFF is presented by the Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association, a non-profit community organization committed to making the Village of Ballston Spa a better place to live and work and to bringing quality arts and entertainment events for all ages to the community. Funded in part by the Saratoga Program for Arts Funding, Saratoga Gaming & Raceway Foundation and area businesses, all proceeds go toward future festivals and other community events. For more information on the films, talents, events or sponsorship, visit http://bspafilm.com.
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Alexa Davalos stars in ‘Ghost of F. Scott Fitzgerald’
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Local Gigs Racecourse Music Calendar Friday, August 6 Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Bobbie Van Detta band Saturday, August 7 Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Sonny Daye Ensemble Upstate Bluegrass Band Sunday, August 8 Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Bobbie VanDetta band Brassomania Wednesday, August 11 Doc Scanlon Hot Four Franklin Micare Trio Thursday, August 12 Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Bobby Dick & the Sundowners Friday, August 13 SUMMER HALLOWEEN Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Stony Creek Band Saturday, August 14 Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Rodeo Barons Upstate Bluegrass Band Brassomania Sunday, August 15 Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Big Medicine Wednesday, August 18 Doc Scanlon Hot Four Kevin Maul Band Thursday, August 19 WOMEN'S DAY Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Colleen Pratt Band Friday, August 20 Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Bobbie VanDetta band Saturday, August 21 Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers
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Captain Squeeze & the Zydeco Moshers Sunday, August 22 Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Sirsy Strolling Upstate Bluegrass Band Wednesday, August 25 Doc Scanlon Hot Four Kevin McKrell Band Thursday, August 26 Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Franklin Micare Trio Friday, August 27 Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Big Medicine Saturday, August 28 Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Soul Session with Garland Nelson Upstate Bluegrass Band Brassomania Sunday, August 29 Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Bobby Dick and the Sundowners Wednesday, September 1 Doc Scanlon Hot Four Don Young's Mix Thursday, September 2 MILITARY DAY Upstate Bluegrass Band Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Friday, September 3 TWILIGHT Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Stony Creek Band Saturday, September 4 Upstate Bluegrass Band Captain Squeeze & the Zydeco Moshers Sunday, September 5 Reggie's Red Hot Feetwarmers Sirsy
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6 - Aug. 12 events Friday, August 6
Lakeside Farm Cider Mill Art and Craft Shows Northway exit 11, Ballston Lake From 10 to 4 Rain or Shine. Free admission. For information email: Artistprint1@aol.com or call 518 899-6138.
Saturday, August 7 Saratoga Springs Farmers’ Market
Greenfield Farmers’ Market Middle Grove Town Park, Middle Grove Road From 4 to 7 p.m. every Friday, come to buy your fresh produce for your weekend grilling.
Saratoga’s premier market, featuring meats, local produce, eggs, soaps, seasonal items and more. Wednesdays, 3 to 6 p.m., Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. High Rock Park, High Rock Avenue, Saratoga.
Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market
First Friday in Ballston Spa Visit the village of Ballston Spa from 6 to 9 p.m. and enjoy special happenings in many of the downtown shops, restaurants and galleries. Live music, art displays and demonstrations, refreshments and featured shop promotions. Free and open to the public.
Ballston Spa Film Festival Wiswall Park, Front St Featuring short films from local filmmakers, students and from countries across the globe including: Turkey, Spain, Australia, Indonesia, Tajikistan and Papua New Guinea. Free Admission. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the night. Begins around 9 p.m.
Saratoga Polo Whitney Field corner of Bloomfield and Denton Roads. Gates open at 4 p.m., with matches starting at 5:30 p.m. For more info visit Saratogapolo.com
Fresh produce, flowers, meats, crafts and more. 9 a.m. to noon, every Saturday, each Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m. at Wiswall Park, Front Street in Ballston Spa. For more information on the Farmers’ Market, please contact 8852772 or visit their website www.ballston.org.
Burnt Hills Farmers' Market Dollar General Parking Lot, Route 50 From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information call Gayle Bliss @ 935-3341
Tang Museum Family Saturdays Skidmore College, 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs Program runs from 2 to 2:30 p.m. and includes a brief tour of a current Tang exhibition followed by a hands-on art activity. Suitable for children ages 5 and up with their adult companions. Free and open to the public. Reservations are strong-
ly suggested. For reservations and information call (518) 580-8080 Free and open to the public.
Grant Funeral Re-enactment Mt. McGregor, Wilton From 1 to 3 p.m. we are honoring the anniversary of the death of Ulysses S. Grant, Civil War Hero & 18th President of the United States, with a reenactment of his funeral in the same place it was held in 1885. An honor guard will be brought to us by the local Boy Scouts of Wilton and the Sons of Union Veterans, as well as bagpiper Kilian Smith. Our local re-enactors will portray the family in mourning as well as the doctors and ministers who attended as well. Bring your lawn chairs and sit out under the trees and enjoy the presentation. $5 Adults, $4 Seniors/Students, Under 5, Members & Military-Free
Big Truck Day Maple Ave. Middle School, 515 Maple Ave. Saratoga Springs. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check out Saratoga's big trucks and meet the people who drive them! Construction trucks, dump trucks, emergency vehicles and more will be on site! $5 for children, adults free. Rain date is August 14. For more info: Please call the Children’s Museum at (518) 584-5540.
Korean War film ‘Chosin’ New York State Military Museum, 61 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs Beginning at 1 p.m. This showing is free and open to the public. The film portrays an intimate account of the Korean War battle at the Chosin Reservoir – told as only those that survived it can. The film is the story of the First Marine Division and their fight during the brutal winter of 1950. For further details, please call (518) 584-4715 or (518) 226-0490.
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Family Fun Day First Saturday Arts Night On the first Saturday of each month, local galleries and exhibition sites in Saratoga Springs will stay open from 5 to 8 p.m. for artist’s receptions, performances and other happenings as part of the First Saturday Arts Night. Visit the website and www.saratoga-arts.org for a listing of participating venues.
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Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rte 9, Saratoga Springs From 1 to 6 p.m. come for Chicken BBQ, with hot dogs for the kids, and make your own ice cream sundaes. Face painting, bouncy bounce, cake walk… $10/adults, $5/ children ages 5-12, under 5 free.
Saratoga Polo Whitney Field corner of Bloomfield and Denton Roads. Gates open at 4 p.m., with matches starting at 5:30 p.m. For more info visit Saratogapolo.com
Breakfast Buffet at the VFW Gurtler Bros. VFW Post 420, 190 Excelsior Ave Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Join us in this delicious all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet from 8 to 11 a.m. $6/Adults, $5/Seniors & Military, $5/Children ages 5-12. Take out available.
18th-Century Day at the Historic Schuyler House Route 4, Schuylerville From Noon to 5 p.m., visitors will be able to enjoy free tours of the Schuyler House, listen to music of the period, see Punch and Judy puppet shows, plus see artisans demonstrating 18th century crafts such as tinsmithing, blacksmithing, broom-making, basket-making, rope-making, beer brewing, spinning, dyeing, weaving, soap making, butter-making and needlework. Free light refreshments will be available. For further information please call (518) 664-9821 ext. 224 or check our Web site at www.nps.gov/sara.
18th Century Day BBQ Old Saratoga Reformed Church, Pearl and Burgoyne Sts.,Schuylerville Chicken BBQ, will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. To purchase tickets call 695-6638. Walk ins welcome. Eat in or take out.
Monday, August 9 Community Bingo at Elks An evening of fun for old and young, every Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. Doors open at 4 p.m. Refreshments available. Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga. (518) 5842585.
Tuesday, August 10 Raymond Watkins Apartments Farmers’ Market 57 Ballston Ave, Saratoga Springs From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. through the middle of September. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, as well as pies and fresh baked goods furnished by Waterford-based Petuske's Produce.
Splish Splash, Toddler Story Time Round Lake Library Malta Branch, Bayberry Dr. Malta From 11 to 11:30 a.m. bring your 2-3 yr. olds for story time with music, story and crafts.
To have your event listed, contact Kim Beatty at kbeatty@saratogapublishing.com
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Music at Saratoga Battlefield Saratoga National Historical Park, Route 32 and 4, Stillwater. Enjoy free music concerts at 12 noon. Bring a bag lunch, take a seat on the patio or bring a lawn chair and enjoy music of the 18th century performed on the harp, sublime views of the Saratoga Battlefield from the Visitor Center lawn. Enjoy classical pieces played upon the Queen of Instruments performed by harpist Elizabeth Huntley. The performances, sponsored by Friends of Saratoga Battlefield are held at the park’s visitor center.
Dark Tuesday Tasting Tours Saratoga Spa State Park, South Broadway, Saratoga Springs Beginning at 11 a.m. Savor a taste of history as you saunter through the park and sip from several of the natural mineral springs! During this one hour tour, patrons will experience some of the most outstanding architecture, geology and natural history in Saratoga Springs. Free cups courtesy of the Friends of Saratoga Spa State Park. Registration is required by calling 518-584-2000, ext. 116, registration required. $3 per person.
Symphony Concert Round Lake Auditorium, 2 Wesley Avenue, Round Lake Beginning at 8 p.m., this free Symphony Concert from the New York State Summer School of the Arts, features 115 of the finest public and private high school musicians in New York State selected through auditions to study & rehearse with world-class musicians of the Philadelphia Orchestra. For more info please phone 518899-2800.
Saratoga Harp Colony Gala Zankel Music Center, Skidmore
College, Saratoga Springs Sharing the stage with Director Elizabeth Hainen will be worldrenowned artist Judy Loman, and Saratoga Harp Colony faculty members beginning at 7 p.m. Tax-deductible tickets begin at $35 and student seats for $20. Please be sure to visit the SHC at www.saratogaharpcolony.org for further details
Wednesday, August 11 Saratoga Springs Farmers’ Market Saratoga’s premier market, featuring meats, local produce, eggs, soaps, seasonal items and more. Wednesdays, 3 to 6 p.m., Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. High Rock Park, High Rock Avenue, Saratoga.
Burnt Hills Farmers' Market Dollar General Parking Lot, Route 50 From 4 to 7 p.m. For more information call Gayle Bliss @ 935-3341
es for $1, coin toss, cake, magic, face painting and music! $5 Tshirt tie dyeing. Food will be available from the concessionaire. Pool admission: $2 adults, $1 children and NYS seniors, 5 and under, free. For more info please call 518-584-2000, ext. 117.
Elks Swiss Steak and Chicken Dinner Saratoga- Wilton Elks Lodge #161, 1 Elks Lane, Route 9, Saratoga Springs. 4:30-7:00. Complete dinner with soup, salad, entrée, dessert and coffee/tea. Cash bar available. Adults- $9, children 5-12 are $5, under 5 free. Seniors and Military are $8. Takeout available for $10.
Bel Canto Singers To Perform Marcella Sembrich Opera Museum, 4800 Lake Shore Drive, Bolton Landing Italian-style opera comes to the Marcella Sembrich Opera Museum when singers from the summer program at Bel Canto Institute at SUNY New Paltz will perform selections from the Bel Canto repertoire at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20.
Guided Morning Walks Saratoga National Historical Park,Route 32 and 4,Stillwater. Join us at 9 a.m. for a walk entitled "Why Saratoga?" Why did the American forces choose to stand and fight here? Participants should be able to walk at least two miles over uneven ground. Please meet at the Visitor Center, and bring insect repellant and drinking water. The hikes are free, but entrance to the Battlefield is $5 per car, or a one-year pass is available for $10.
Thursday, August 12 Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market Fresh produce, flowers, meats, crafts and more. 9 a.m. to noon, every Saturday, each Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m. at Wiswall Park, Front Street in Ballston Spa. For more information on the Farmers’ Market, please contact 8852772 or visit their website www.ballston.org
Family Fun Day Peerless Pool, Saratoga Spa State Park, S. Broadway From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free games, prizes, dunk tank 3 toss-
Ecology Walks Saratoga Battlefield, Routes 32 and 4, Stillwater. From 10 to 11:30 a.m., Ecology
Walks are for younger visitors (ages 8-14) and their families to explore, learn about, and enjoy the natural resources of the park. Meet Ranger Valosin at the flagpole in the Visitor Center parking lot, then caravan to the “living laboratory” for the program. Clothing appropriate for outdoor activities, drinking water, bug repellant, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. The programs are free of charge. Please call 518664-9821 ext. 224 to make a reservation and to check ahead if weather looks threatening.
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Steak Dinner at the VFW VFW Post 420, 190 Excelsior Ave, Saratoga Springs Every Thursday this summer from 4 to 7 p.m., come for a complete Steak dinner, with potato and corn on the cob. $10 per person, with take outs available. For more info please call 584-9686.
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Donny Elvis BBQ Bubbles Bubbles, Bubbles Fundraiser Round Lake Library Malta Branch, Bayberry Dr. Malta From 1 to 2 p.m. come have fun with bubbles and friends. For all ages.
Artrageous Children’s Museum at Saratoga, 69 Caroline St. From 2 to 3 p.m. Want to be the next Picasso? Together we will learn about famous artists and then make our own masterpieces! Each week we will explore a different art style and medium for a summer full of artrageous fun. This program is recommended for grades kindergarten and up. Free with Museum admission.
Bungalow Kid Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. Local author Phil Ratzer will discuss the history of the Catskill vacation bungalows and his memoir of a summer in the 1950's spent in "the mountains," Bungalow Kid. Held in the Community Room at 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Concerts in the Park Wiswall Park, Front St., Ballston Spa Free concerts from 6 to 8 p.m. Bring your lawnchairs and blankets and enjoy Annie and the
Join us on Friday August 13 from 4 to 9:30 p.m. at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, Rte 9 Wilton to support the Capital Region Blue Star Mothers, who support our troops overseas. There will be a live auction, live music by Donny Elvis, and a BBQ. Admission is one or more of the following: snacks, postage for sending care packages, or socks for our troops.
Saratoga Theater Club Great Room Theater, 13 Leonard St, Gansevoort presents "Ain't Got No" on Aug. 20, 21, and 22nd. It is a collection of entirely original works by local artists that include one and three-act plays, two readings, songs and comedy skits. The theme of unfulfillment is explored using mild adult humor and situations. Times of the production are Fri. and Sat. Aug. 20 & 21st at 8 p.m., and Sun. Aug. 22nd at 4 p.m.. Admission is $5.00. The Great Room Theatre is located eight miles north of Wilton Mall in Saratoga. Directions can be found in the 'contact' section at www.albanytalent.com. The phone number of the theater is (518) 743-0974.
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local briefs Openings Available at YMCA of Saratoga’s Wesley Community Preschool Site The YMCA of Saratoga’s Wesley Community preschool site currently has openings for the 2010-2011 school year. Children, ages 3 to 5, will experience a thematic approach to reading readiness, language, science, math, art, music, social studies, self-esteem building, multi-cultural activities, health/nutrition, fitness, and social/emotional needs. This unique program is enhanced by interaction between Wesley’s residents and the Y’s students. The kids love their “grandmas and grandpas.” Our primary goal is a happy, well-adjusted child who learns through play. In addition, the YMCA of Saratoga has scholarships available. Stop by the Saratoga Springs, Corinth, Malta and Wilton branch front desks to pick up a scholarship application or visit www.ymcasaratoga.org. The YMCA of Saratoga also has limited openings at their Saratoga Springs and Wilton preschool sites. For more information, please contact Colleen Girvin at 583-9622, ext. 114.
Church to host Red Cross Blood Drive Trinity United Methodist Church located at 155 Ballard Road in Wilton, will be hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, August 10th between the hours of 1 and 6 p.m. The Blood Drive will be in the Fellowship Hall. Please call Peggy at 792-0494 to make an appointment. The need is constant. Give Blood.
SaratogaHarp Festival Concert Series “World Harpestry” is August 8, at 3 p.m. at Arthur Zankel Music Center, Skidmore College, 518-5805000. “Colors of the Mediterranean” is August 15, at 3 p.m. at Skidmore “Invitation to the Dance” is August 21, at 3 p.m. at the Ballroom of the Adelphi Hotel, 518-587-4688. All Festival Concert Series performances are free and open to the public. 2010 Master Teacher Series will also be free and open to the public, August 11-13, 2-5 p.m., at Skidmore College. Visit www.saratogaharpcolony.org/schedule for further information.
Helping Hands Organization: Domestic Violence Rape Crisis Services of Saratoga County Mission: The mission of Domestic Violence Services / Saratoga Rape Crisis program is to help victims find safety, healing, and a measure of justice by providing a wide range of services including counseling for adults and children, safe shelter, legal advocacy, and preventative education throughout the county.
Contact: Needs for victims of domestic violence who are in shelter or transitioning from an abusive living environment are many. There are various ways to help. Gift cards from local businesses are needed to help with gas costs for getting to work or school. In many circumstances these courageous women have left with nothing but the clothes on their backs therefore, household items are needed for women and their children who are moving into new homes. Some suggestions are alarm clocks, personal care items, furniture, vacuum cleaners, appointment books, kitchen items, light bulbs, first aid kits, towels, baby items including monitors and port-a- cribs, and household cleaning supplies Please visit our website for more suggestions and ways to help.
How to Help: Contact: To help in these or other ways please phone 518.583.0280 or visit dvrcsaratoga.org. If you need our services please call domestic violence Hotline: 584-8188, Rape crisis Hotline: 587-2336.
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Please remember Saratoga Children's Theatre before you pass it on! We can always use costumes, costume pieces, hats, any unusual period pieces, dance recital outfits, leotards. Please consider donating your old dance shoes for our Shoe Box. To donate contact Meg Kelly, Executive Director Saratoga Children's Theatre, 8 Lakewood Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 - www.saratogachildrenstheatre.org
The Hadley Business Association is sponsoring the Rockwell Market Stop every Saturday through August 28. We are putting out the call for artists, crafters and vendors to participate in celebrating the train’s arrival this summer. It will make 4 stops each Saturday in Hadley. Permit fee for the season is $25. Set up by 9 a.m. Market open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more info and registration packet, please contact Roni at (518) 696-3694 or Sher at (518) 654-2519. NYS sales tax certificate required.
Fall Recreation Registration Registration has begun for fall classes and programs at the Malta Community Center. Classes, new sports programs and special events are scheduled to begin in September. For more information about class offerings or on how to register please call the Malta Community Center at 899-4411 or visit us online at http://activenet.active.com/maltadeptofparkandrec.
The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association We have two upcoming opportunities for networking in the Ballston Spa community. A Midweek Mixer will be held on Wednesday, August 11, from 5:30-7:00 pm at the Double M Western Store and Rodeo, 678 Route 67 in Ballston Spa. Light fare from Bill’s Dugout of Galway, beverages, music. Cost is $10 at the door. A Networking Breakfast will be held Tuesday, August 17 from 7:308:30 am at Wheats & Sweets Hometown Bakery, 88 Front Street. Cost is $5 with advance reservation or $10 that morning. Business and community members are welcome; you do not need to be a BSBPA member to attend either of these events. For more information, contact Ellen at 885-2772 or info@ballston.org.
Adirondack Circuit Dog Shows Saratoga County Fairgrounds, Ballston Spa. From Wednesday August 11th through Sunday August 15th. Judging begins 8:30 am. Group judging 2:30 – 5 pm. Many vendors & food concessions. Admission & parking free. For more info please email: manoralab@aol.com or phone 884-9881
A Night with Frank and Francis My Way Café at 2257 Rte. 9 , Malta is bringing this tribute to Frank Sinatra and Connie Francis to town on Sunday August 15th. Featuring Brian “D” and Kit Petit singing songs of yesteryear with guest vocalist Jack Wild, Jimmy Granitto, and Nickie Barbera. $25.95 per person for dinner and show. Call 899-4196 for reservations or email reservations@mywaycafe.com
Academy for Lifelong Learning Offers Gift Certificates Searching for a new, unusual, and lasting gift idea? Gift certificates for the Academy for Lifelong Learning at Saratoga Springs (A.L.L.) are hot off the presses. Available in any denomination, they are a great way to introduce friends and relatives to this nonprofit membership organization, which is sponsored by Empire State College and offers non-credit academic study groups for mature learners. Whether your interests lie in art, literature, history, religion, current events, the outdoors or a variety of other topics, A.L.L. has something for you. Certificates may be applied toward membership fees in any future term and may be purchased at the Academy office, 111 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Or, order by phone: (518) 587-2100, ext. 2415. If you are 50+, be sure to add an Academy gift certificate to your wish list, too! The brochure for the upcoming fall 2010 term is available on our website, in local libraries and other sites in the region. You may also contact the A.L.L. office to obtain a copy. To
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Sixth Annual Cardboard Boat Race Hudson Crossing Park presents its 6th Annual Cardboard Boat Race on Saturday, August 14th (rain date Sunday, August 15th) at Fort Hardy Beach on Route 29 in Schuylerville. Registration opens at 8 a.m. and boats launch at 1 p.m. Race entry fees are between $10 and $25. This FREE event includes live music, great food and lots of prizes. Best photo opportunities are at 12:30 p.m. A list of rules, registration forms and hints to get started with your boat building is available at www.hudsoncrossingpark.org or by calling Marlene Bissell at: (518) 859-1462. Racing participants will construct a “human-powered” boat made of corrugated cardboard or 100% recycled materials, that will hold at least 1 crew member and be “seaworthy” enough to race a short distance on the river. Racers may construct their boats ahead of time or on the morning of the event, where materials will be available at the event site. During racing preparations, there will be live music, great food, t-shirt sales and terrific photo opportunities in a fun-filled day for all. Individuals, families, or groups, business & school teams are all encouraged to race. Whether you come as a crew member, the captain, or an on-shore cheerleader, we promise you a day you’ll never forget! See you on the river!
Albany Vegetarian Network Seeks Models We are searching for male and female non-professional models to in the first ever cruelty-free fashion show in Albany, which takes place on October 2, 2010 at the Empire State Plaza. This will be part of the Capital Region Vegetarian Expo, which is free to the public and features educational exhibits, food samples, animal adoptions and a children’s corner. The fashion show will consist of vegan fashion with labels from Vaute Couture, Cri de Coeur, and Cherry Berry. For more information please phone Kristin Lajeunesse at (518) 727-1215 or visit NYvegetarianExpo.org.
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New York State Racing and Wagering Board Revokes Trainer’s License On Sunday, July 29 New York State Racing and Wagering Board Chairman John D. Sabini announced that the Board has revoked the license of thoroughbred racing trainer Roger Horgan because of his “financial irresponsibility” -- a finding stemming from a state Department of Labor probe into the underpayment of backstretch workers at Saratoga Race Course. Following up on that investigation as well as a hearing before a Board administrative law judge, the Racing and Wagering Board unanimously concluded that Mr. Horgan failed to meet financial fitness suitability requirements to continue to hold his license. Mr. Horgan was among the trainers who drew the attention of Department of Labor investigators in 2008 when the agency delved into violations of minimum wage and overtime laws affecting backstretch workers, including the “hot walkers,” grooms and watchmen. State Labor Commissioner Colleen C. Gardner said, “The way the racing industry treats its workers is changing for the better, but this is a reminder that some problems do still persist. I commend Chairman Sabini and the Racing and Wagering Board for taking such decisive action against Mr. Horgan. The lesson here is simple: A license to race in New York is reserved only for trainers who comply with all state laws, including the Labor Law.”
City Judge Wait receives added responsibilities Saratoga Springs City Court Judge Jeffrey D. Wait has been appointed Acting County Court Judge in the Fourth Judicial District. In connection with this appointment, Judge Wait has also been designated Supervising Judge of the Town and Village Justice Courts in Saratoga, Fulton, Montgomery and Schenectady Counties. Judge Wait may be called upon to serve during proceedings in Saratoga County Court if Judge Jerry Scarano Jr. cannot serve. As Supervising Judge, Judge Wait will serve in a wide variety of functions, from advising local justices and clerks on operational
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issues, to helping resolve issues that arise between the courts and government agencies. He will also serve as a conduit for information between the local courts and the Office of Court Administration (OCA).
Woman arrested after shoplifting spree in Downtown Saratoga Springs Saratoga Springs Police arrested Donna MacDonald, 52, of Dutchess Path, Clifton Park on Sunday, August 1 and charged her with one count of Petit Larceny, one count of Possession of Burglar’s Tools and six counts of Possession of Stolen Property in the Fifth Degree. All of the charges are class A Misdemeanors. At about 1:30p.m. on Sunday, City Police received a report from a downtown business that a shoplifter had just stolen about two hundred dollars worth of clothing and jewelry. The suspect had left the store prior to police arriving. Responding officers were able to obtain a description of the suspect and then visited several other stores in the downtown area and provided them with the description of the suspect. At about 5 p.m. police were called to a different Broadway business where one of the workers there had recognized the description of the suspect provided by officers earlier in the day. Police responded and made contact with Ms. Macdonald who was found in possession of several items that were later determined to have been stolen from different businesses on Broadway. Police allege that Ms. MacDonald stole various items of clothing and jewelry from seven different businesses in the downtown area. The value of each larceny ranged from $77 to $364. The total amount of merchandise recovered by police
from all of the larcenies is just over $1,700. In addition, police allege that Ms. MacDonald used a pair of wire cutters to remove the security devices attached to some of the clothing. Saratoga Springs Commissioner of Public Safety Richard Wirth stated, “This arrest was the result of excellent cooperation between the police officers on the beat and the store owners on Broadway. The police officer took the extra step of providing a suspect description to area stores and fortunately one of the store workers was alert enough to recognize the description and promptly notify police.”
GlobalFoundries names new Chief Financial Officer GlobalFoundries announced on Monday that it has hired Robert Krakauer to be its new chief financial officer. The computer chip manufacturing company, which is headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif., currently is building a $4.2 billion computer chip fabrication plant in Malta. Mr. Krakauer is a former chief financial officer at Lifelock Inc., an Arizona-based company that focuses on identity-theft prevention. He replaces Bruce McDougall, who left GlobalFoundries to become the chief financial officer of Advanced Technology Investment Co., a majority owner of GlobalFoundries. Krakauer will be responsible for financial strategy, management and reporting at GlobalFoundries. He will report directly to CEO Doug Grose. “Bob will help GlobalFoundries strengthen its financial performance as it prepares to meet the rising demand for global semiconductor foundry services,” Grose said, citing Krakauer’s 20-plus years of experience.
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Maestro Charles Dutoit to be Honored with Star on SPAC’s “Walk Of Fame” On Wednesday, the Saratoga Performing Arts Center announced they will dedicate a star in its Walk of Fame for Charles Dutoit, the longtime Artistic Director and Principal Conductor of The Philadelphia Orchestra’s Saratoga Season, on Saturday, August 7 at 7 p.m. The engraved star for Maestro Dutoit will be in recognition of his leadership and immense contributions to SPAC over the past 21 years. The ceremony, which will take place on the walkway between SPAC’s amphitheatre and the lawn, is free and open to all ticketholders to the evening’s Orchestra performance. “Charles Dutoit is one of the world's most acclaimed conductors and a fierce champion for classical music presentation and education. We are tremendously grateful for the extraordinary leadership and dedication he has invested in SPAC’s orchestra season over the past two decades, " said Marcia J. White, SPAC’s President and Executive Director. “His star in our Walk of Fame is a ‘thank you’ as well as a tribute to his remarkable contributions. We’ve been fortunate to benefit from his vision and leadership for so many years.” In February, Maestro Dutoit announced that SPAC’s 2010 season would be his last as Artistic Director and Principal Conductor, to enable him to devote more time to his numerous other artistic engagements and educational endeavors.
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The Week Ahead at Saratoga Race Course (and around the Spa City) by Marion E. Altieri Saratoga TODAY Friday, August 6 Galloping Grapes: A New York Wine Event: Wine aficionados and Thoroughbred fans alike convene at Saratoga Race Course for the firstever “Galloping Grapes: A New York Wine Event.” Festivities begin at 11 a.m. and continue until 5 p.m. The event will showcase more than a dozen wineries from across New York State. You are invited to take in a day of first-class wine and Thoroughbred racing, sipping and sampling your way around a special section of the backyard at the famed race course. Additionally, the first 1,500 guests will each receive a commemorative Saratoga Race Course wine glass with paid admission. Tickets can be purchased on track for $15 (tickets are purchased separately from admission to Saratoga Race Course). All proceeds from the event will benefit non-profit organizations The Times Union Hope Fund, the Times Union Classroom Enrichment Program, and Gift of Life International.
Saturday, August 7 Fasig-Tipton 5K Run: The second-annual Fasig-Tipton 5K road race and one-mile ‘fun run’ will kick off as runners line up at the starting gate in front of the newly renovated Humphrey S. Finney Pavilion at Fasig-Tipton.
Registration for both events begins at 6:30 a.m., the one-mile ‘fun run’ commences at 7:30 a.m.; the 5K race will start at 8:00 a.m., sharp. The 5K route will give runners the opportunity to see the newly renovated sales grounds, enjoy a view of the Saratoga Race Course Grandstand and see parts of the Oklahoma Training Track and the barn area. All proceeds will be divided equally among NYRA’s four charities: Anna House, B.E.S.T. (Backstretch Employee Service Team), Race Track Chaplaincy, New York Division and he Backstretch Education Fund. Registration online at www.fasigtipton.com. Whitney Day: The $750,000 Grade 1 Whitney Handicap is expected to feature the nation’s top older horses including Quality Road, Blame, Haynesfield and 2009 Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird. The day of extraordinary racing will also include the Grade 1, $250,000 The Test, an historic sprint for three-year-old fillies. Guaranteed Saturday Pick 4: NYRA will offer the second of three guaranteed wagers during the 2010 Saratoga Meet on Saturday: a
$500,000 Guaranteed Late Pick 4. This is a $1 minimum wager in which the bettor must correctly pick the winners of four consecutive races. Saratoga New York-Bred Preferred Yearling Sales: Humphrey S. Finney Sales Pavilion on East Avenue, 7 p.m. By reservation only. Call Fasig-Tipton for details: (518) 584-4700.
Sunday, August 8 Rachel Alexandra Baseball Cap Giveaway: The giveaway for which everyone has waited: Saratoga Race Course patrons can pick up a free Rachel Alexandra baseball cap, with paid admission, while supplies last. The second giveaway of the season honors the reigning Horse of the Year, who won the 2009 Woodward here at Saratoga. (Rachel Alexandra will make her next start in the Grade 1 Personal Ensign Stakes at Saratoga Race Course on Sunday, August 29. Her electrifying Woodward win over older males was the topper to her championship season in 2009. Now
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Sunday, August 8 Rachel Alexandra Baseball Cap Giveaway four, Rachel Alexandra will face fillies and mares in the Personal Ensign, her first Grade 1 start of 2010. Funny Cide Returns to Saratoga: Funny Cide, the popular gelding and Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner won the Eclipse Award for 2003 Champion ThreeYear-Old Male. Saratoga’s star will be the special equine guest celebrity at Fasig-Tipton’s “Weanling to the Winner’s Circle” seminar at the Humphrey S. Finney Pavilion on Sunday, August 8 at 9 a.m. Registration is at 8:30 a.m. Aimed at prospective Thoroughbred owners, “Weanling to the Winner’s Circle” will also feature recently retired jockey Richard Migliore, Hall of Fame trainer Nick Zito, and consignor Becky Thomas. The seminar is free to attend and tickets are available by calling the New York Thoroughbred Breeders at (518) 587-0777 and at the NYTB booth at Saratoga Race Course. A Saratoga favorite graduates to Grade 1 Stakes: The $250,000 Alfred G. Vanderbilt sprint for three-year-olds and up celebrates its 25th year of running at Saratoga Race Course with an upgrade to Grade 1 status this year. The afternoon will also feature the Grade 2, $150,000 Honorable Miss Handicap sprint for fillies and mares. Saratoga New York-Bred Preferred Yearling Sales: Humphrey S. Finney Sales Pavilion on East Avenue, 7 p.m. By reservation only. Call Fasig-Tipton for information: (518) 584-4700.
Monday, August 9 Dunkin’ Donuts Mondays: Dunkin’ Donuts will guide racing fans throughout the 40-day meet as
the title sponsor of the time-honored Daily Double wagering tradition. The new Dunkin’ Donuts Daily Double will be offered on both the early and late doubles each day at Saratoga Race Course. Dunkin’ Donuts customers and racing fans will also receive a number of extra perks on Mondays. All fans who present their Dunkin’ Donuts rechargeable card at the track admission gates on Mondays will receive $2 off the price of grandstand admission. Additionally, each Monday three Post Parade program books sold on track will feature a commemorative Dunkin’ Donuts 60th birthday sticker on the Dunkin’ Donuts advertisement. The lucky program book recipients will each receive a Dunkin’ Donuts gift card worth $60 in honor of Dunkin’s 60th birthday. Jockey Autograph Book Mondays: Racing fans, get out your pens: the meet’s popular Jockey Autograph Book giveaway is back. The first 3,500 patrons through the gates with paid admission will receive the collector’s book, in which fans can gather the signatures of their favorite jockeys. This year’s book features the top 12 jockeys from 2009, eight additional jockeys representing the NYRA colony and fan-favorite Sam the Bugler with photos, graphics, statistics and room for autographs. Sponsored by Price Chopper, the autograph books will be available each Monday (excluding Labor Day). For more information about the coming week’s events, or about racing in Saratoga in general call the Saratoga Race Course Office: (518) 584-6200/ www.nyra.com
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Fasig-Tipton Saratoga Selected Yearling Sales 2010: Lower Numbers, Yes. Unsuccessful? No. by Marion Altieri Saratoga TODAY The numbers at the 2009 Saratoga Selected Yearling Sales were so high, they caused unrealistic expectations in the minds of those outside the world of breeding and racing. Gross revenue was up 45.6 percent over 2008--a statistic so staggeringly high that it could not possibly, realistically be topped. Doubling that figure in 2010 would have indicated a rise of 91.2 percent over 2008-an utterly unattainable figure. Cub reporters may have waxed on that the bar was raised for 2010, but no one at Fasig-Tipton or any of the consignors involved thought for a minute that this year's numbers could have exceeded those of 2009. For those who love numbers, 2010's sales played out thus: the highest bid on Monday night, August 2 was $800,000 for a Street Cry (IRE) colt, purchased by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid al Maktounm via his agent, John Ferguson. Other numbers on Monday night were far lower than should have been paid for some of the beautifully-pedigreed horses, which was a disappointment. Disappointing for the sellers, yes, but also disappointing from the perspective of many observers who realized that every year there's a "flavor du jour," and that flavor in large part dictates the prices that go for associated sires and dams. Successful relatives give hope, and horse
racing is about nothing if it's not about hope. On Tuesday night Hip No. 101 sold for $1.2 million, which made many in attendance utter, "It's about time!" The continuing popularity of A.P. Indy--the success of his progeny--indicates that Seattle Slew is alive and well, and living on in spectacular fashion. Todd Pletcher represented Ben Leon's Besilu Stables, and signed the ticket for Mike Moreno's Southern Equine Stables-bred. The colt is the first foal out of 2007's Champion female sprinter, Maryfield, who herself boasts of Elusive Quality as her sire. More figures for Tuesday night's session: Fasig-Tipton reported 59 horses as sold for $17,665,000, bringing the total for the two-night sale to 117 horses reported as sold (down 26.9 percent). Cumulative total proceeds declined 38.3 percent to $32,415,000. Overall average price also dipped 15.6 percent to $277,051: median stayed level at $250,000 and the buy-backs rate rose from 21.6 percent in 2009 to 28.7 percent. At the 2009 Fasig-Tipton Saratoga select sale, 160 horses sold for $52,549,500 for an average price of $328,434. Both of those figures were the second highest in sale history, and few people expected this year's sale to be able to compete in the current economic environment--a reflection not only of the horse industry, but business across-the-board in America.
The fact that few people expected this year's sale to be up over last year's earth-shattering numbers is good: horsemen and women are nothing if not pragmatic. Success in the horse industry begins with a passion for the horse, but must include business understanding and the ability to view the entire process from a strictly practical perspective. Many publications will write extensively about the low figures, bemoaning the fact that numbers were down. But if one were to read the mind of Fasig-Tipton's owners, one might see that this was expected: Fasig-Tipton is America's premier horse auction company, but if it aims to become the world's premier option-Saratoga being the flagship--then European sires must be sold in the Pavilioin at East Avenue. The 2010 reception of the European sires' progeny was lukewarm. The temperature will rise as new owners and trainers see the object of their purchases succeeed on the track. European horses are built for endurance, like their Arabian ancestors. Many Americans in racing obsessively seek speed over enduranc-and the industry has seen too many results from that choice. The integration of European sires into American bloodstock can only improve the strength and historic value of the breed in America: if horses are bred solely for speed and endurance is
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neglected, the Thoroughbred in America can become the weakest in the world family of the breed. But with Fasig-Tipton's insightful promotion to bring internatioal buyers, sellers and horses to Saratoga Springs, they are in a very real way contributing to the growth of the sport. As American Thoroughbreds are created with European flair, the horses themselves will eventually be stronger and faster. Fasig-Tipton can make the Saratoga Selected Yearling Sales
the premier horse auction facility in the world. In order to do that, they will bring in more stock that is the result of truly international breeding equations. As American horsepeople catch on, that this is a wise move, the numbers will again reflect growth. Numbers are numbers, but strong, capable horses are the goal--and FasigTipton was successful in 2010 precisely because they put their faith in a revolutionary concept that will eventually save the breed in America.
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Soul Food: the Race Track Chaplaincy of America, New York Division Photos Provided
by Marion E. Altieri Saratoga TODAY Working with horses is not easy. the people who work as hot walkers, grooms, exercise riders and the entire gamut of backstretch jobs have talents, skills and the healthy respect of the animals for whom they are responsible. Thoroughbreds can weigh up to 1,200 pounds. Their hooves and leg muscles can pack a
wallop capable of rendering brain injury. This kind of power must be respected, and yet, because they are sentient beings, loved and nurtured. Those who work seven days a week caring for the four-legged athletes at a racetrack know how to give support – but who supports them? Enter the Race Track Chaplaincy of New York: the NYRA circuit (Saratoga, Belmont and Aqueduct) is the responsibility of Chaplain
Humberto Chavez, ably assisted by his wise wife, Karen and a crew of staff and volunteers. The Chaplaincy feeds the spiritual, emotional, intellectual and physical hunger of their community – the hundreds of backstretch workers for whom services would not be available otherwise. It’s impossible to list here all the services and programs sponsored by the RTCA/NY: it staggers the mind to consider that a relatively small crew does so much for so many. Social ministries such as Closet of Hope (supplies clothing, household items and furniture for all Backstretch workers); Pantry of Life; on-site and off-site substance abuse counseling; transition assistance, helping workers maneuver through the INS, SS, IRS, DSS and civil justice systems. Emergency transportation, support for medical and legal emergencies, banking, religious affiliation, children’s activities, recreational activities soccer leagues, basketball games, foosball, local trips; housing for the Saratoga meet, and camp for children of workers; educational assistance (college application and financial aid advice); GED, ESL, adult education encouragement and guidance – the goodness extended to those for whom they strive is almost endless. The Race Track Chaplaincy is a national organization, with branches in 117 race tracks around the United
states, served by 77 chaplains whose love is work and work is sharing the love and generosity of God. The New York Division is one of the hardestworking groups of people in all of horse racing: the hundreds of New York employees who lovingly care for the world’s greatest
Thoroughbreds know that there is always someone there for them in an emergency or chronic situation. This very same family of dedicated workers will take a moment to greet friends and supporters on Monday, August 9 at the fifth annual Brunch to Benefit the New York Chaplaincy. The Brunch will be held at the urber-wonderful Gideon Putnam Hotel and Resort from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (plenty of time to get to the track before Sam plays the first Call to the Post). The cost of the Brunch is $100 (tax-deductible, of course). If you haven’t tithed yet this month – or even if you have – consider coming on Monday and handing over $100 for a delicious, Saratoga-style Brunch at the Hotel renowned for the best brunch in a 100-mile radius. Unlike the third race on a Friday, everyone wins at the RTCANY Brunch: guests enjoy a fabulous dining experience. The Chaplaincy raises much-needed funds to continue their good works. The backstretch workers are the ultimate winners: as the Chaplaincy grows programs and services, lives are changed and blessed every day. You can be part of this gift of life: call the Jockey Club at (518) 226-0609 to reserve your seat. This is one $100 bet that’s a sure thing. www.rtcany.org
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The Whitney: by Marion E. Altieri Saratoga TODAY NYRA sent a Media Advisory on Monday, inviting the press to attend the draw for The Whitney. Per usual, everyone will meet in the Paddock,where the names and silks of those horses entered in the historic old race (named for one of America’s most prominent racing families) will be read aloud by The Voice, NYRA race announcer, Tom Durkin. While it never is possible to know for certain who will be entered until the morning of the draw, but as this is written it is expected that the connections of contenders Quality Road (comng off G1 wins in the Metropolitan Handicap and the Donn Handicap); Blame (coming off a win in the G1 Stephen Foster handicap); and the 2009 Kentucky Derby winner, Mine That Bird will be in attendance. Haynesfield, coming off a win in the G2 Suburban should be on-hand, as well as other, as-yet not announced contenders. It is not inappropriate to mention here that Quality Road had a rough winter prior to his Met and Donn wins. Thoroughbreds are brilliant, and with that brilliance often comes the need for gentle handling. Quality Road got a bad rap in November, immediately following his troubles at Santa Anita. He didn’t want to go into the gate: this was not aberrant behavior, it was the natural response of a Thoroughbred to the starting gate. (Thoroughbreds are claustrophobic – the gate is a very tight, enclosed space). A little TLC would have gone a long way toward improving Quality Road’s quality of life at that moment, but instead he was blindfolded. Blindfolding a claustrophobic, 1,200 pound animal is a bad idea. In the end, the huge, gorgeous, talented son of Elusive Quality was gently shipped to New York, where none other than the men of the NYRA gate crew worked with him to soothe his frazzled emotions and help him dismiss his fear of the starting gate. So even though there’s a lot of talk about Blame (who’s really a hotshot, a gifted horse with a boatload of talent and juice) – Quality Road still should be the favorite to win. He knows the New York
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starters. He knows that they respect him, and his history with them tells him that they’ve got his back. Quality Road is as much at home in Saratoga, in New York, with the men who helped him regain his sanity as he was in his original paddock, with his dam. Handicappers look at numbers, but wise handicappers look at those intangibles: it would be foolish for a bettor to dismiss Quality Road, even though the gifted Blame will put a bull’s-eye on his back. Quality Road is home, for all intents and purpose, and he’s among friends. As Quality Road gate trains here and works out, surely he will see the men who saved his psyche and breathe a sigh of relief. (Note that the Met was on a NYRA track, same gate crew, same philosophies.) We will be shocked if Quality Road does not win The Whitney on Saturday, August 7th in Saratoga. Everyone knows that a day at the Spa revives the spirit – especially after a rough season of life. Quality Road came out of the Breeders’ Cup scathed, but fortunately his owner
and trainer wisely chose to send him on a Spa holiday, to work with the best gate crew and starters in the business. His subsequent victories in the Met and Donn are testimony to the idea that a happy horse is a successful horse. As he approaches the gate and sees his friends there, he may even do a Seattle Slewesque war dance into the oncedreaded gate - and burst out the other side full of renewed energy, focus and drive. Mens sana in corpore sano: The Whitney may be Quality Road’s easiest victory yet. [The Whitney: G1, 3&Up, $750,000, 9F]
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“Trunk at the Track” All photos by Mark Bolles
Saratoga Trunk was well represented by the "Trunkettes" at Saratoga Race Course on Sunday, August 1 as part of the Fasig Tipton Festival of Racing. Pam Petruska of Starview Stable was awarded a hat and named "best turned out filly." Saratoga Trunk will also be at the track August 6, 7, 13, 20 and 28 as well as the Ronald McDonald benefit fashion show on August 26.
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Sales Aug. 2 - Aug. 3
Equine Advocates Gala July 26 - Canfield Casino Photos by Cathy Duffy
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8th Race 4:56PM
9th Race 5:145PM
10th Race 5:48PM
John's Call Stakes
The Test (G1) (Stakes)
Whitney Handicap (G1)
13F (One and five-eights mile) Turf Open 4YUP $70,000
7F F3YO $250,000
9F (One and one-eighth mile) 3YO&Up $750,000
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Horse (Trainer) Jockey (Wt.) Always First (GB) Albarado R J (119) Jade's Revenge Solis A (119) Solitaire Leparoux J R (121) Attempted Humor Gomez G K (117) Dry Martini Prado E S (119) Lignon's Hero (BRZ) Garcia Alan(117) Coolcullen Times (IRE) Motion H Graham (117) Lime Rickey Velasquez C (115) Gangbuster Desormeaux K J (119) Leading On Luzzi M J (117) Perfect Shower Velazquez J R (121) Silver Mountain Dominguez R A (115) Rockin' Joe Camacho E (115) Thabazimbi Lezcano J (115) Southwest Cohen D (115) Romp (ARG) Albarado R J (115)
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Pica Slew Cruz M R (118)
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Mine That Bird Borel C H (118)
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Buckleupbuttercup Leparoux J R (118)
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Blame Gomez G K (121)
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Champagne d'Oro Mena M (122)
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Quality Road Velazquez J R (126)
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Bonnie Blue Flag Velazquez J R (116)
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Haynesfield Dominguez R A (116)
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Franny Freud Gomez G K (122)
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Jardim (BRZ) Leparoux J R (113)
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Lovely Lil Garcia Alan (116)
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Musket Man Maragh R (117)
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Belle of the Hall Dominguez R A (116)
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Ash Zee Maragh R (116)
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Christine Daae Fragoso P (116)
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Tidal Pool Borel C H (116)
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Operation Tribute to Freedom by Yael Goldman Saratoga TODAY Soldier, Sergeant First Class Michael Horner can see the end of his rotation approaching, and looks forward to returning home to his wife in Clifton Park at the end of November. Currently stationed in Kuwait as an Explosive Ordinance Disposal operations sergeant, Horner has called his unit his home since January. His job is to oversee and secure the safety of his team and support army camps scattered throughout Kuwait and Qatar. “Most of what we do is deal with the leftovers from the first Gulf War. When the wind blows here and the sands are pushed aside, people are still finding things from 20 years ago. To be honest, they’ll still find things 100 years from now,” Horner said. As the “Army’s bomb squad,” the Explosive Ordinance Disposal unit made up of a selective and highly competitive team; only a small percentage of soldiers qualify and are recruited for the job. As the sergeant in charge, Horner watches out for his team; he gathers and acts on information, examines trends and looks out for new threats, and communicates with the EOD teams so they know what to look out for and remain safe. “My job is a lot of computer work; my EOD teams, though, they’ve got the real pressure on them; they’re the ones out there doing the job,” he said. With the main focus on Iraq and Afghanistan, much media and com-
munity attention is drawn away from the other international conflicts and clean ups that currently force soldiers, like Horner, overseas for duty. Selected soldiers representing regions all across the United States are connecting with their local community through Operation Tribute to Freedom, a program that bridges the gap between soldiers and civilians, putting faces to missions named in the news but perhaps forgotten on the street, and reassuring families that their loved ones are doing well. “We want the community to know that we are looking after each other over here. What’s important to each and every one of us, what helps us get through it, is to know that our families are doing well and are being helped,” he said. Although excited about nearing the end of his deployment, Horner loves his job and is thrilled to be a part of EOD. Having served New York as the senior Active National Guard Soldier for his unit and as a guardsman for 18 years, Horner spent many years in vocational training to become an operations sergeant. With high test scores and the right skill set, Horner was recruited for EOD and could not have been happier.
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“The more I found out about [EOD], the more I liked it,” he said. “I really am lucky to have fallen into a job that I love,” he said. Whether it is his passion for the job or pride in serving his country, Horner was eager to let his community know what he and his team are up to in Kuwait. “We are doing our jobs, we are taking care of each other, and this is a little bit of what our life is like,” Horner said. “So if you know someone who has a family member deployed, just check up on them; make sure they’re doing okay. We’re a very tight, small unit so we’re going to get ourselves through it, but we have to know our families are getting through it.”
Vietnam Veteran Ceremony
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The Earl J. Manning American Legion Post No. 490, located in Stillwater, held a Memorial Remembrance ceremony on Saturday, July 31 to honor and award local veterans who served in during the Vietnam War Era and crisis. Among the award recipients were Vietnam veteran Senator Roy McDonald, veteran and former Saratoga County American Legion Commander Donald Miller, and Deborah Olsen, who was the only female war veteran to receive an honor from the post. According to post Historian, Phil Calarusso, over 350 people attended the event in support of family, friends and community members.
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Good Scout Award continued from Page 1 will honor O’Conor on August 11 at the Saratoga Race Track, as part of the regional chapter’s 80th Anniversary and the national organization’s 100th birthday commemoration. It is the first time the organization will hold its event at the race track. A prominent figure in the Saratoga Springs business community and a member of the Wilton Town Board, O’Conor is known for his outstanding dedication to service and leadership. But according to Bob Harris, who is in charge of the Boy Scouts’ Saratoga District, most of O’Conor’s selfless work within the community is under the radar. He has played a vital role in a handful of Eagle Scout projects, working one-on-one with candidates planning community improvements in the Town of Wilton. O’Conor is also involved with the Town’s open space initiative, has served on boards for the Leadership Saratoga and the Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau, and has spent his free time as a volunteer basketball coach.
O’Conor’s community impact also spurs from an impressive list of local and regional governmental positions: Councilman and Deputy Supervisor of the Wilton Town Board, Chairman of the Wilton Water and Sewer Authority and the Saratoga County Planning Board, Director of the County Industrial Development Agency, and his current position as President of the Wilton Global Development Corporation, which is an all-volunteer not-for-profit company aimed at boosting economic development in the area. Shockingly, O’Conor sets aside the time and energy for these active commitments and engagements while working as President and CEO of Saratoga National Bank & Trust Company and Senior President of Arrow Financial Corporation. “Ray has a personality, I’ve been hearing about him ever since I moved here. Everyone has something to say about what Ray stands for and his commitment to the community. He serves in a unique capacity: he’s not just here for himself, he loves giving back and helping to grow the commu-
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Ray O’Conor and Fred Harris County scouting landmark, and it has been adopted into the preserve. Two mornings each week, O’Conor and his friend Manny go for a long run on the trails, and each time he stops to reflect at a flag pole memorial at Camp Saratoga. “At the base of the pole are two very large stones with two very large plaques. One commemorates the founding of the BSA and the founding of the Saratoga County Council of the Boy Scouts in 1910 and 1930. The second plaque was placed on July 4 in 1945, just before the end of WWII, and it honors those scouts who had served in WWII, particularly those who had lost their lives,” he explained.
Although he was never a Boy Scout, O’Conor feels a closeness to and appreciation for the organization, of which he is reminded each time he runs through the property. “There’s a very long and distinguished scouting history of service in the county and obviously the United States and its presence is on that property; it reminds me of all the good in this country and in these young men,” O’Conor said. The community is invited to attend the ceremony begins at noon at the Big Red Spring, when Congressman Scott Murphy will present O’Conor with his award. Lunch at the pavillion will follow.
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Adirondack Christian Fellowship 8 Mountain Ledge, Wilton Contact:(518) 587-0623; www.acfsaratoga.com Services: Sunday 8AM & 10 AM The Alliance Church 257 Rowland St., Ballston Spa Contact: 885-6524 Services: Morning worship 10:30 Assembly of God Faith Chapel Rev. Jason Proctor 6 Burgoyne St., Schuylerville Contact: 695-6069 Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m. Bahaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;i Community of Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-9679; 692-7694; www.usbnc.org. Ballston Center Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church 58 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa Contact: 885-7312; www.ballstoncenter arpchurch.org Services: Sunday Worship service, 10:30am Ballston Spa United Methodist Church 101 Milton Ave. Contact: 885-6886. Services: Sunday 10:00 a.m. Bethesda Episcopal Church 41 Washington St., Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-5980. Services: Sunday, 6:30, 8, 10 a.m.
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Church of Christ at Clifton Park 7 Old Route 146, Clifton Park Contact: 371-6611, www.cliftonparkchurch ofchrist.com Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Christ Community Reformed Church 1010 Route 146, Clifton Park Contact: 371-7654; www.ccrc-cpny.org. Services: Sundays 9:15 & 11 a.m. Christ Episcopal Church Corner of Routes 50 and 67, Ballston Spa Contact: 885-1031. Services: Sunday 8, 10 a.m. Congregation Shaara Tfille 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-2370. Services: Saturday 9:00 a.m.; 3rd Friday 7:30 pm. Handicapped Accessible Corinth Free Methodist Church 8 Mountain Ledge, Wilton Contact: (518) 587-0623; www.acfsaratoga.com Services: Sunday 8AM & 10 AM Corinth United Methodist Church 243 Main Street, Corinth Contact: 654-2521; cfumc@cnyconnect.net Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.
Eastern Orthodox Christ the Savior 349 Eastline Road, Ballston Spa Contact: 786-3100; xcsavior@yahoo.com. Services: Sunday 9:15 a.m. First Baptist Church 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-6301. Services: Sunday 11:00 a.m. First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa 202 Milton Ave. (Rt. 50), Ballston Spa Contact: 885-8361; www.fbcballstonspa.org Services: 10:15 a.m. Grace Brethren Church Rev. Dan Pierce 137 W. Milton Road, Ballston Spa Contact: 587- 0649 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Handicapped accessible. Greater Grace Community Church Pastor David Moore 43 Round Lake Rd. Ballston Lake (Malta Mall) Contact: 899-7777; www.ggcc-malta.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Highway Tabernacle Church 90 River Road, Mechanicville Contact: 664- 4442. Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Hope Church 206 Greenfield Avenue, Ballston Spa Contact: 885-7442.
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Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Jonesville United Methodist 963 Main St., Clifton Park Contact: 877-7332. Services: Sunday 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a..m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Living Springs Community Church 59 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs Contact: 584- 9112. Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Living Waters Church of God 4330 State Rt. 50, Saratoga Springs Contact: 587-0484; www.livingwaterscog.us Services: Sundays 10 a.m. Malta Presbyterian Church Dunning Street, Malta Contact: 899-5992. Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Malta Ridge United Methodist Church 729 Malta Avenue Ext., Malta Contact: 581-0210. Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Middle Grove United Methodist Church Pastor Bonnie Bates 429 Middle Grove Rd., Middle Grove Contact: 518-581-2973 Services: Sunday 9:00 a.m. Handicapped accessible New Horizon Church 150 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs
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Roman Catholic Church of St. Peter 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-2375. Services: Eucharistic Celebrations: Saturday 5 p.m.; Sunday 7:30, 9 and 11 a.m.
NorthStar Church Shenendehowa High School, West Auditorium, Clifton Park Contact: 371-2811; www.northstarchurch.com St. Clement’s Roman Services: Sunday: Catholic Church 10 a.m. 231 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs Old Saratoga Contact: 584-6122. Reformed Church Services: Saturday 4 48 Pearl St., p.m.; Sunday 8, 9:30, Schuylerville 11:15 a.m. and 5 p.m. Contact: www.oldsaratogareformedchurch.org St. George's Services: Sunday at Episcopal Church 10:30am. 912 Route 146, Handicapped accessable. Clifton Park Contact: 371-6351; Presbyterianstgeorge@csdsl.net NE Congregational Services: Saturday at Church 4:30pm, Sunday at 8 & 24 Circular St., 9:30am Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-6091; St. Joseph's Roman www.pnecc.org Catholic Church Services: Sunday 3159 Route 9N, 10:45 a.m. Greenfield Center Contact: Quaker Springs (518) 893-7680; United Methodist sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com; Church www.rcda.org/churches/ Pastor Jim Knapp StJosephsChurch 466 Route 32 South, Services: Saturday 4:00 Quaker Springs p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m. Contact: 695-3101; Handicapped accessible. www.qsumc.com Services: Sundays St. Paul’s Roman 9 a.m. Catholic Church Handicapped accessible. 771 Route 29, Rock City Falls River of Hope Contact: Fellowship (518) 893-7680; 100 Saratoga Village sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com; Blvd., Malta Commons, www.rcda.org/churches/ Suite 3, Malta StJosephsChurch Contact: 881-1505; Services: Sunday Mass www.riverofhope 8:30 a.m. fellowship.com Services: Sunday 10:00 a.m.
St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 149 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-0904. Services: Saturday evening at 5 p.m. with Holy Communion. Sundays at 8:30 and 11 a.m. with Holy Communion. St. Peter Lutheran Church 2776 Route 9, Malta Contact: 583-4153 Services: Sunday mornings 8:30 and 10:30.
Saratoga Independent Church New Location: Knights of Colombus Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs Contact: 306-4652; Edgeministry1@yahoo.com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. Food Pantry Tuesday 9-11 @ KoC Saratoga United Methodist Church Henning Road at Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-3720; www.saratogaumc.com. Services: Sunday 9 and 10:45 a.m. Handicapped accessible.
St. Thomas of Canterbury 242 Grooms Road, Halfmoon Shenendehowa Contact: st-thomas-ofUnited Methodist canterbury.org Service: Sunday at 10am 971 Route 146, Clifton Park Saratoga Abundant Contact: 371-7964. Life Church Services: Sunday 7:45, 2325 Route 50 South, 9 and 10:45 a.m.; Acts II Saratoga Springs Contempory 10:45 a.m. Contact: 885-5456; Simpson United www.saratoga Methodist Church abundantlife.org Rock City Road, Services: Sunday Rock City Falls 9:30 a.m. Contact: 885-4794. Saratoga Chabad Services: Sunday 130 Circular St., 10:45 a.m. Saratoga Springs Soul Saving Station for Contact: 526-0773; Every Nation Christ saratora@aol.com www.saratogachabad.com Crusaders of America 62 Henry Street, Saratoga Friends Saratoga Springs Meeting (Quaker) Contact: 584-3122 Corner of Services: Sunday 10am Routes 32 and 71, & 6:30 pm Quaker Springs Temple Sinai Contact: 587-7477; 509 Broadway, 399-5013. Saratoga Springs Services: Sunday Contact: 584-8730. 10 a.m. Services: Friday 8 p.m. Handicapped accessible
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Trinity United Methodist Church Rev. Gail Falsetti-Pastor 155 Ballard Rd., Gansevoort Contact: 584-9107; www.tumcwilton.com Service: Sunday 10:00 a.m. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-1555; www.saratoga-uu.org Services: 10 am No religious education for the summer Unity Church in Albany 21 King Avenue, Albany Contact: (518) 453-3603: Services: Sunday, 9 am and 11 am West Charlton United Presbyterian Church Rev. Thomas Gregg, Pastor 1331 Sacandaga Rd., West Charlton Contact: 882-9874; www.westcharltonupc.org Services: Sunday 10:30 Wilton Baptist Church 755 Saratoga Rd, Wilton Contact: 518-583-2736; wiltonbaptist@gmail.com; www.wiltonbaptistchurch.com Services: Sunday Service 11 a.m.
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Lovely colonial 5 minutes to Global Foundries. Neighborhood backs to forever wild, and offers recreational facilities. Home features large 4th bdr/bonus room, 1st floor laundry, ceramic tile, hardwoods, fireplace, chairrail, crown molding, WIC closets and a finished office in the basement. Enjoy summer from the deck and the backyard adjacent to park/playground area. Convenient location to North-way. A MUST SEE, BEST VALUE IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD! Jennifer R Johnson (518) 588-1392
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This is the reasonably priced condo you've been waiting for. Just a stroll to Starbucks, fine restaurants, and shopping in famous downtown Saratoga Springs. Featuring a fabulous gourmet kitchen - Viking range, Sub-Zero, granite - by a premier local kitchen designer. This home is perfect for a year round or for a seasonal residence. The shared balcony has been approved for a privacy divider. Most importantly, "location, location, location"! Terry Walsh (518) 421-9446
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ALBANY 282-284 LOUDON RD Large spacious ranch, with an aupair suite. Three fireplaces, cermaic tile and wood floors. Private lot part in albany and part in north colonie. This allows north colonie schools or albany city. Motivated sellers! Possible rent with option. Janis Sabatino (518) 857-6998
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This home is must see. It has three levels with spectacular views of the peaceful Lake Lonely. Built by award winning Bonocio Construction it offers wonderful living and entertainment spaces. One garage has been turned into a family/game room. It has a sauna in other garage bay. This property comes with 166 ft of lake frontage and dock. Master suite and living areas have two story windows to enjoy the entire lake and magnificent sunsets. Barbara Cassier (518) 321-0314 RoohanRealty.com
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Wow! Four years young and looking for a new owner! Mint condition, with neutral decore through out. Finished basement – could be in-law or perfect for guest or just extra room, full bath in basement. Beautiful tray ceiling in dining room. Upsacle lighting through out. Great yard perfect for family and friends! This is a must see interior! Contingent upon seller securing home of choice. Janis Sabatino (518) 857-6998
Beautiful Victorian in desired Interlaken Saratoga development. Launch your boat, play tennis, swim in the pool. Enjoy summer days at the track and downtown Saratoga and lazy days at your resort like community. This house boasts a recently finished walkout basement with separate kitchen and family room. Bring out all the potential this rare find has to offer. Mark White (518) 365-4900
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$1,000 bonus to selling agent for a contract by 9/30/10! A rare find! So much to see! Completely updated through out! Game room in it's own building! Veranda for out door entertaning! Barn could be used as a garage. This home is truly one of a kind. Must be seen to be appreciated. Agent to accompany and buyer to have qualifcations before showings. Janis Sabatino (518) 857-6998
It is a million dollar view from this wonderful Gentlemans Horse Farm just minutes from Downtown Saratoga and the Race Track. Exclusive executive type estate with a separate guest home right next to an beautiful inground pool. The house has Brazilian cherry floors, granite counters, a huge dining room for entertaining that opens to a oversized porch with mahoghany floors. There is a 2-5 stall barn with with 2 large paddocks and a property managers apartment Barbara Cassier (518) 321-0314 RoohanRealty.com
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A magnificient view from every corner of this rebuilt and designed year round home. Beautiful spot on Lake George. Small secluded calm bay with just a few homes. Decks on each level. Master suite on top floor with separate exterior entrance, lower guest level has own entrance and full bath. Wood floors, brand new custom kitchen with island, upgrade stainless steel appliances, wonderful work space. HWB heat. Rail tram from parking down to house. Barbara Cassier (518) 321-0314 RoohanRealty.com
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This is a unique property in a remarkable location. With one of the largest lots in the North Broadway area, the back yard is enormous and extremely private. The home features large sunsplashed rooms with ample natural light, the original floors have just been refinished bringing back their natural warmth and glow, all walls freshly painted. The third floor is finished with a large room and full bath and also still has storage - a 5th bedroom or maybe a theater room? Imagine the possibilities… Terry Walsh (518) 421-9446
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ACROSS 1 Like some teeth 7 Recover 11 WWII Normandy lander 14 ’60s-’70s San Francisco mayor 15 Business opening? 16 National Poetry Mo. 17 Pre-1991 Russian veto? 19 Madre’s brother 20 Certain cardholder’s cry 21 Bit of tryst talk 22 Boot 24 Site of some adoptions 27 Genes responsible for hereditary variations 29 West Florida currency? 31 On __ with 33 Reactor safety overseer: Abbr. 34 Opposing vote 35 Assault by killer trucks? 40 Equi- ending 41 Actress Scala 42 He beat Okker to win the 1968 U.S. Open 43 Construct a microscopic house? 48 Out there 49 Occupy 53 Developmental step 54 E lead-in 55 Uracil is one of its basic components 56 Chickadee relative 57 Jumpy bug? 62 __ Zion Church 63 Gunk 64 Easter Island attraction 65 Not the color of money? 66 Directors’ banes 67 Respected ones DOWN 1 Get ready to travel 2 All by oneself 3 Scissors feature
Top Video Rentals 1. Cop Out 2. The Bounty Hunter 3. The Losers 4. Brooklyn's Finest 5. Our Family Wedding
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4 Islands staple 5 Time to tan in Cannes 6 Web outfit 7 Symbol of virtue 8 Kind of trip taken by oneself? 9 Circle part 10 Plausible 11 Fashionable repast 12 Tangy dessert 13 One of the original Politburo members 18 Comet Hale-__ 23 Bush seen in Florida 25 Dateless 26 Hurt 27 Incantation beginning 28 Milk: Pref. 30 Singer Paul and family 31 “Finally!”
Broom Hilda 6. Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief 7. Hot Tub Time Machine 8. Green Zone 9. The Crazies 10. The Runaways Animal Crackers
32 Slightly eccentric 36 Worked up 37 Art film theater 38 Driver’s gadget, for short 39 “May I __ favor?” 40 Magic, at one time 44 Hang back 45 Soak 46 Trillionth: Pref. 47 Ultimate purpose 50 Shiny, in product names 51 Bring upon oneself 52 Directors’ units 54 Some underwear 58 Notable period 59 Mai tai ingredient 60 Cardinal’s letters 61 Pinch
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Decorating Your Dorm by Yael Goldman Saratoga TODAY Moving away from home is exciting for most college freshmen, but it can also be a little nervewracking. Your dorm room is going to be your new home, so it’s important to make sure you have everything you need to survive. Nothing is more important than making sure your new living space is a comfy place to sleep, study and hang out. A typical dorm is barren and looks somewhat like a holding cell,
so you may be unhappy at first glance, but think of the boring, white walls and plain carpeting as your perfect blank canvas: use your imagination and throw any splash of color and design into the mix. The possibilities are literally limitless. But knowing that you can take your décor in any direction can also be a little overwhelming, so it’s best to find a starting point and work from there. I highly suggest choosing your bedding first. Your extra-long twin bed will take up the
most space and stand out the most, so why not dress it up and make it the centerpiece of your dorm room? You will want to choose your bedding with three things in mind: style, comfort and functionality. Style is the easiest part: you just choose what you like. But comfort gets a bit trickier. Some dorm rooms get uncomfortably hot while others stay pretty cool, even cold. If possible, try to connect with an upperclassman or talk to a Residential Advisor (RA) and get the details about the environment
and conditions in your soon-to-be home away from home so you know how heavy or light your comforter should be. Try to avoid buying a “bed in a bag” set with crazy patterned sheets and a perfectly matched bed spread. Keep it simple and buy separates. You want a chic look that’s easy to compliment, which is why choosing a decorative yet not too decorated duvet cover and a set of solidcolored sheets is the best decision you can make. Dorm beds are usually extra-long twin sized, so be sure to purchase a mattress cover, mattress pad and sheets to fit. A duvet cover makes it easy to wash your bedding and easy to change your blankets with the season. Simply buy a down comforter for the winter and perhaps a plain bedspread for the summer and voila: your look is convertible! However, I recommend buying a full-size down comforter and duvet cover so you’ll be able to continue using your bedding when you upgrade to a larger bed as an upperclassmen. Plus, you’ll have more comfy fabric to wrap around you at night. This is a good time to keep things simple and classic; that way you’re
less likely to get sick of your bedding and have to replace it each year. (It might not seem like a huge expense on its own, but if you think about it buying necessary items that will only last you one year is just not economically wise. Besides, you’ll want to save some money in your piggy bank for a spring break trip!) With style and long-term use in mind, you’ll feel good about buying pricier pieces that are made to last. If you’re smart about it, you can still purchase high quality bedding even if you’re on a tight budget. If you can’t afford the high threadcount, expensive sheets of your dreams, why not go with a plain, comparable set and then buy one or two expensive-looking shams to accentuate your look? Once you have your bedding picked out, you can start thinking about the rest of the functional and decorative items you’ll need to make your dorm room feel just like home. But keep in mind: your dorm room is a temporary living space. During your college years, you’re likely to move multiple times so don’t make the mistake of purchasing trendy or unnecessary items
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that cannot travel with you to your next space. For example, curtains. Chances are that the college or university supplies shades, so you won’t need to worry about dressing up your windows. But if they aren’t supplied, you should purchase simple, solid-colored curtains that go with your bedding and can be easily re-
used in a new setting. Decorate your walls! Tapestries and wall-hangings come in a plethora of sizes, shapes, materials and designs, and can be used to cover up bare, white-washed walls without much of a hassle. All you need is a tension rod and a vision, and any boring wall-space can be instantly transformed. Urban
Outfitters sells really cool wall décor that you can order right from their website. Or make your own! Just think creatively: pick out a piece of decorative fabric, buy a bright, sheer, lacy curtain and hang it on the wall along side your bed as an accent piece. Anything goes. Find out what kind of lighting you’ll be working with. Does your dorm have an overhead light or floor lamps? It’s typically standard for your college to supply at least one form of primary lighting, but you should count on having to purchase an accent or desk lamp of your own. Here’s another item that combines function and decoration: a lamp will come in handy when your roomies are fast asleep while you’re pulling an all-nighter, and can add a unique element to your dorm. Go to Marshall’s, T.J. Maxx or Pier One Imports, and I guarantee you’ll find a cute fixture to brighten your living space and, of course, shed some light. Many of the items you’ll need to survive at school can also double as dorm room décor. Things like a makeup mirror and fan and, of course, your towels, eating utensils, laundry baskets and organizers come in all colors and styles so pick what you like and be creative. Doing your laundry can be quite a hassle, especially if you have to
walk halfway across campus or up and down six flights of stairs to get to the washing machines on campus. Whatever you choose to keep your laundry in should be sturdy. I’ve learned from my own experience that collapsible fabric hampers are not the way to go; they are difficult to carry and break easily. You probably won’t be doing laundry as often as you should, so make sure you have plenty of towels. I recommend buying at least four. You can really never have enough towels. You’ll also want to buy closet organizers, and shelves for your books and things like hair products, and whatever else will help you stay neat and organized. Just don’t go too crazy: as a busy college stu-
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dent, you won’t have much time for cleaning and putting things back in their exact place so don’t overorganize and overwhelm yourself. Just keep in mind that’s it’s always wise to buy with an eye on the future: don’t buy a junky plastic fan that’s going to break in six months, or flimsy shelving that won’t hold the weight of your books or survive more than your first year of college. Make quality purchases in the first round, and you’ll be able to use the same living supplies year after year. For more helpful suggestions about what you’ll need and how to prepare for your first year at college, take a look at the helpful lists we’ve provided on page 36.
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Grillo’s Pillows: Where Comfort makes Perfect Scents!
by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY Gina Grillo is dedicated to the principle of your comfort. For over 15 years she has developed products that have been designed to be unique, fragrant and to rejuvenate. Her workshop, currently located in Greenwich, started with just a small line of merchandise, but received a boost when Gina’s products were featured on the QVC network after just a few years working as a solo entrepreneur. “It was an amazing experience, and lucrative!” Gina said. Indeed, she sold over 2,300 pillows in a mere six minutes, which encouraged her to expand and enhance her offerings, while still retaining the homemade quality and details. Ms. Grillo’s product line of specialty pillows is designed to enhance your relaxation and generate a more restful sleep experience. They integrate the concepts of aromatherapy - using herbs and fragrances to enhance a restful environment. Pillows can feature scents such as lavender (which has been effective in relieving headaches) and balsam fir, which is a perfect scent to enhance the
Holidays, and make them perfect for gift-giving. For those who are sensitive to fragrances, a fragrance-free option is available on all the products. The basic ‘best bed’ pillows range in size from child/travel sizes all the way up to queen and king. They are covered with unbleached cotton muslin, a superior natural fabric. All pillowcases are finished with a cotton lace edging. Other specially-designed products include chiropractic back and spine pillows, ‘third trimester’ pregnancy pillows and a line of satin pillow covers that reduce wrinkles. Tied around each pillow is a copy of ‘Lost Princess and the Land of Dreams,’ an original bedtime fairy tale. Some ‘purr-fect’ items for the cat lover in your life include “the snoozer,” a luxury cat bed made with herbs that cats are irresistibly attracted to, as well as bags of organic, fresh, wild crafted catnip. Grillo’s also offers a line of scents and essential oils including rose, lilac and eucalyptus that have been cited by many as an aid to healing and general well-being. Aromatherapy supports and
Grillo’s Pillows Greenwich, NY www.grillospillows.com grillo@grillospillows.com or (518) 692-9792. Products available at Saratoga Shoe Depot 385 Broadway, Saratoga Springs
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Gina Grillo’s unique and fragrant product line enhances your relaxation and generates a more restful sleep experience. encourages the body in healing itself, seeking to restore vitality and natural balance. Each essential oil has unique chemical compositions. These chemical compositions create a direct response from the user, working on a subtle, yet deep physical level to enact a general state of change. Another interesting line of products are Grillo’s natural cedar repellants, which are perfect to refresh musty rooms that haven’t been in use for awhile. The pleasant spicy scent not only enhances the ambience of closets and storage areas, but drives away unwanted pests such as moths and spiders. The full merchandise line for Grillo’s Pillows is available to view on her website (www.grillospillows.com) and shipping is available throughout the continental US for a $4.95 flat rate. For those who wish to examine and savor the ambience of homemade quality before they buy, her items are available at a retail location inside the Saratoga Shoe Dept at 385 Broadway in Saratoga Springs.
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The Launch... A Parents’ Guide to launching your baby chicks
Meghan D. Lemery LCSW-R The year was 1993. We borrowed my sister’s maroon minivan, packed the car with my new pretty floral bedding and headed on the road to Charlottesville, Virginia where I would begin my first year at the University of Virginia. As we pulled down the driveway I can still remember the lump in my throat. While I was excited for the new journey, a part of me was terrified at being ten hours away from my family, friends, and the only home I had ever known. And while we often focus on preparing to launch our young adults into the next passage of life, we sometimes fail to acknowledge and recognize the heart-wrenching experience and process parents go through as they pack their baby chicks off to school.
Those first few weeks at school I called home twice a day. I would often begin the conversation about my new crush or the bearded girl in our dorm and my mother would suddenly be silent on the other end. “Mom?? Hellllooooo? Are you there?” More silence. This was unspoken code for tears. Big, old, ugly, messy, I miss you so much but am trying to be brave TEARS. Then of course I would start to cry and there we were sharing a silent cry on the phone trying to be brave together secretly wishing we were cozied up in the den watching Entertainment Tonight and eating Harvest Pizza in our PJs. Years later my mom confided that in order to make my childhood bedroom look more lived in, she would walk across the carpet just to see footprints in the room. This ritual, she later shared with me, made her somehow feel better about my absence. (SOB!) Dad took to what we have affectionately named “The Wailing Bench.” This is a tiny little bench in the way back of our yard surrounded by big beautiful oak trees. Anytime my parents dropped one of us off at college, or when my sisters
got married, my father would retreat to the Wailing Bench to have a good ol’ cry. Of course he would never admit that this was his ritual, but we all knew when he began the walk to the wailing bench, it meant one of the chicks had left the nest. The point is this, launching your child off to college can be an extremely painfully heartbreaking experience. While all parents cheer their children on to success and feel their hearts swell with pride as their baby walks across the stage to get their diploma, the transition to the next phase is a sensitive emotionfilled process. In talking to dear friends of mine who are getting ready to launch their daughter to Coastal Carolina College in a few short weeks, we talked about how difficult the transition has been and will continue to be. “I know this is the next step, and as a parent, this is what we do, but I just can’t believe the time is here, how did she grow up so fast?” Her husband nodded in agreement and shook his head in disbelief, “I am seriously heartbroken at the thought of dropping her off and letting her go.” I suggested he visit the Wailing Bench. Often parents are surprised at how difficult this process is. The key word is this, PROCESS. It’s easy to minimize the depth of emotion and convince yourself that this is wonderful for your child and you are beyond thrilled for your baby. The truth is however, change, even good wonderful successful change, still comes with loss. The transition from high school to college bound marks the next phase of life in which baby chicks are grown up enough to walk and navigate the world on their own. Parents provide the love, support, encouragement and tools to get to the next phase
and in some way the next passage marks the loss of the dependent child who needs their parent daily. And while children always need their parents, the needs change from wisdom and instruction to supporter and listener. Recognize that this transition is a PROCESS. Take the time you need to process your feelings. Acknowledge that while this is a wonderful blessing in your family, this is also a rough time. Allow yourself to make footprints in the carpet or go to The Wailing Bench without guilt or shame. Processing your feelings and talking it out can help you get through this time and feel more supported. The Launch can also mean redefining your role and rediscovering yourself as an individual, not a parent. While this is exciting it can also be terrifying. To the parent who has dedicated their life to getting their child to this day, the idea of having to figure what comes next can be a very scary experience. Avoid the pressure to start a new career or figure out the next step so quickly. Give yourself a few months to quietly sort out your feelings and explore new things. Recognize that reconnecting with yourself takes some time and patience. Avoid jumping into things that will require much time and attention from you. Take a step back to reflect on this experience and know that your path will be revealed at the exact moment it’s supposed to. Launching the chicks can also mean changes in your marriage. If the nest is empty you may find that you have no idea who your mate is because you have been so busy tending to the chickies. What is supposed to be a great next phase can be somewhat awkward and tense.
Again, recognize that this is a process. Take the time you need to SLOWLY reconnect and begin to date your mate. Just because you’re married doesn’t mean you shouldn’t date!!! (Let me be clear, I don’t mean date other people!) The first Thanksgiving home from school was one I’ll never forget. As I walked through the back door I smelled the mix of my mother’s perfume and the familiar blend of vanilla and orange spices. My house looked different. Every picture and chach-key seemed to have more meaning. The sight of my father in his leather chair reading the New York Times had never seemed more precious. My bedroom was just as I had left it, (with footprints, thanks to Mom) but the girl walking into it was different, more grown up and strangely full of gratitude and appreciation. Gratitude that no matter how grown up I felt, or how far away I was from the people I loved the most, I have wonderful parents who gave me the tools I needed to be able to leave the nest with confidence, courage and success. My appreciation for them grew and developed those first few months away. Even today, when I walk through the back door my heart wants to burst open with love and appreciation for my parent’s support. Leaving the nest allows your child to value and appreciate your role as a parent. It gives your child a new perspective and enriches your relationship in deeper ways. If you are preparing to take your baby chicky off to college in the coming weeks, take time to celebrate your success as a parent. Remember that YOU gave your child the tools to go to the next level and make their mark on the world! Recognize the significance of your role and give yourself a round of applause! Here’s to ALL the parents who have launched chicks into the world! THANK YOU for all of your love, patience, encouragement, wisdom and money! God Bless! Ms. Lemery is a psychotherapist practicing in Queensbury, New York. Please email topics of interest to: Meghanlemery@yahoo.com
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Cool Cucumbers
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Suzanne Voigt Farmer’s Market
This time of year the garden and the farmers’ market are exploding with cucumbers—but not just your grandmother’s ordinary cucumbers. Farmers at the market are now growing and selling more unusual varieties. A stroll through the pavilions on High Rock last Saturday I saw at least four varieties. One of my favorites for salad dressing is the fine skinned, almost seedless English cucumber, or the equally pleasing, but variegated skinned skinny Armenian cucumber. Both don’t require seeding or peeling and are sweet and mild. I also found the short, bumpy Kirby cucumber, which is sweet and crunchy, perfect for salads and a must have for pickling. The traditional common garden cucumber of course abounds at the market, with its smooth and dark skin in its natural un-waxed state. (Grocery stores wax this variety to make the skin look shiny and appealing. However, waxing makes the skin tough, gives a lousy taste and requires one to peel the cucumber.) This year cucumbers seem to be extra sweet, so lets enjoy them while they last. Both recipes that follow are for 4 servings.
Simple Chilled Cucumber Soup 1 large or 3 medium cucumbers (I prefer using English or Armenian cucumbers) 2 garlic cloves 1 quart buttermilk (or 2% milk plus 1/4 cup lemon juice to equal 1 quart) OR (I prefer this more complicated version for soup base) 1 1/2 cups plain yogurt, 1 cup sour cream, 1 1/2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp white wine vinegar— mix all together before adding to blender. 1/2 tsp. cumin 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped salt and pepper to taste 1. Peel* and slice cucumbers and cut slices into finger-length
chunks. (If using large seeded cucumbers, you can remove the seeds.) *Peeling English cucumbers is optional. 2. Put all ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. Salt and pepper to taste. 3. Refrigerate at least 1/2 hour before serving. Note: When serving, I like to add a few chunks of cucumber to each bowl for texture and crunch.
Cucumber-Yogurt Salad 1/2 cup plain yogurt 2 tsp. olive oil 1 1/2 tsp. dill weed, crushed 1 tsp. sugar 1/2 tsp. salt
2 cups sliced cucumbers (peeling optional, depending on skin) 1/2 cup grated carrot 1/4 cup thinly sliced onion 1. In a medium bowl, combine (whip) yogurt, oil, dill, sugar and salt. 2. Add cucumbers, carrot and onion, stirring to coat vegetables with yogurt mixture. 3. Serve immediately—or you can make yogurt mixture and prepare vegetables ahead, store separately in sealed containers and stir together right before serving.
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Mark’s Barbecue Chicken Breast with Apricot Glaze
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When cooking outdoors this chef prefers hard wood or charcoal. As far as barbecue sauce is concerned, no fancy brands required. I use whatever ingredients are on hand. Barbecue sauce is a simple formula: ketchup + sweet + tangy = yummy. Here is an easy recipe suitable for skinless chicken breast or pork chops.
prep the chicken: 1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil 2 tbsp. cider vinegar 1/4 cup minced onion 1/2 tsp. salt dash of pepper 6 chicken breasts or pork chops combine six ingredients and set aside.
apricot barbecue glaze: in a mixing bowl combine 1/2 cup ketchup 1/2 cup apricot preserves 1 tsp. worcestershire sauce. reserve 1/4 cup of sauce
cooking: Place chicken on a hot preheated grill.
Turn when the chicken begins browning on the flame side. Apply barbecue sauce generously to the cooked side. Turn chicken again and apply sauce. Reduce temperature or increase distance from flame to cook more slowly (the sugar in the sauce will burn otherwise) Turn occasionally. When completely cooked, baste once more with reserved barbecue sauce for a finishing touch, then serve.
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Jill Sweet WHISKERS AND TALES A feral cat is an undomesticated cat. They are wild and will avoid any human contact. Living in colonies within warehouses, barns, and alleyways behind restaurants or grocery stores, feral cats were born outside and never lived as family pets, or they were once a pet but became strays. Over time the stray cats that survive, some simply abandoned by their humans, adapt to living outside with little or no human contact. When pet cats are forced to fend for themselves outdoors, most die from exposure or accidents. Those that live turn feral, and if they have not been sterilized will give birth to feral kittens. These cats and their kittens form feral cat colonies. A pair of breeding cats, producing two or more litters per year, can exponentially have 420,000 offspring over a seven-year period. In response to this staggering problem, volunteer organizations like Alley Cat Allies (ACA) trap, spay/neuter, and return them to
their feral colonies. While still controversial, the ACA and other organizations with similar methods and goals argue that the trap-neuter-release approach is the single most successful method of stabilizing and maintaining healthy feral cat colonies while ensuring the best life for the animals themselves. These organizations claim that trapping, sterilizing and releasing feral cats stabilizes the population at manageable levels, is humane and fosters community compassion, and is more effective and less costly than traditional repeated attempts at extermination. The traditional practices for reducing the feral cat population has been by rounding them up, removing them, and taking them to a shelter to be destroyed. Advocates of the trap/neuter/ release programs
argue that the traditional way only enables other feral cats to soon fill the newly vacated niche and start the breeding process over again. They also state that it is a myth that feral cats lead such short, miserable lives; it is best to trap and destroy them. Further they argue it is also a myth that feral cats are diseased and can make children sick, while in reality feral cats are often as healthy as domestic cats and do not want to interact with children anyway. Feral cats live anywhere they can find scraps of food and a bit of shelter. Tens of millions now live in the U.S. While stray cats can often be re-socialized and adopted, adult feral cats usually cannot be socialized and will not adjust to living indoors with a human family. In other words, feral is not just another word for stray. The differences are feral cats have a home outdoors and a stray has lost his home. A feral cat wants nothing to do with humans while strays and the kittens of feral cats (if trapped by ten weeks of age) can be socialized and adopted. A stray may become a feral cat if it can learn to survive without humans. Adult feral cats that end up in shelters are usually deemed unadoptable and are euthanized. Bringing feral cats to most shelters is the same as a death sentence. At least our county shelter has a program that encourages rural farm families with barns to take some feral cats to help control mice and other rodents. What can you do to help feral cats? Visit the ACA website, www.alleycat.org to find out ways to help stop the killing of feral cats and to promote humane, non-lethal methods of population control.
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at the Saratoga County Animal Shelter for adoption. For More Information Call (518) 885-4113.
Cleo is a spayed female found as a stray in Moreau.
Only 7 months old, Gypsy is a spayed female that was found as a stray in Milton.
Lucky is a neutered adult male kitty found as a stray in Corinth.
Picked up as a stray in June in Moreau, Miner is a male adult hound mix.
Mariah, a spayed female pitbull, is housebroken and good with other dogs. It is not known how she is with children or cats.
Camden, also known as Dudley, is a terrier mix that is neutered. He is housebroken, good with kids, dogs and cats.
Further, make sure your own pet cats are spayed and neutered, and never abandon a pet. These suggestions are more reflective of a caring society where every life is considered precious. To summarize, ACA lists five things they want people to know about the feral cat issue. • Stray and feral cats can live anywhere they find food and shelter. • “Feral” and “stray” are not the same. Strays can usually be
adopted; feral cats usually cannot. • Kittens of feral cats can be socialized and adopted if the process begins when they are only ten weeks old. • Studies show feral cats can be as healthy as domestic cats. • Feral cats avoid human contact. They do not want to interact with you or your children. • ACA advocates Trap-Neuter Return (TNR)
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Community Sports Bulletin 5K to Benefit Luzerne Music Center: Saturday, August 14 The run/walk will begin at Luzerne Music Center's entrance at 203 Lake Tour Road, and end at the corner of Sagamore Street and Lake Tour Road. This event will take participants all the way around Lake Luzerne and feature LMC ensembles at "melodic intervals" along the 5K Rhythmic Run, 5K Wacky Walk & 1-Mile Beaver Dam Short Course. Parking, Sign-In & Late Registration at Luzerne Music Center: 6:30 a.m. 5K Run/Walk: 8 a.m. 1-Mile "Beaver-Dam" Short Course: 8:15 a.m. Awards, refreshments, and music: 9 a.m.
SGF Central School District fields closed on Friday morning The South Glens Falls Central School District will be applying fertilizer and pesticides to its fields at the Senior High School on Friday morning, August 6, 2010. Any questions or concerns should be directed to Audrey P. Varney at (518) 793-9619.
Women Bring Excitement to Whitney Field! It was a great week for women's polo in Saratoga! Women's Week brought the biggest crowd of the season to Whitney Field on Sunday night, with more than 1,000 charged fans eager to witness the 2010 Veuve Clicquot Women's Challenge double-header. Match results: Team De Paula Chevrolet was crowned the 2010 Veuve Clicquot Women's Challenge winner. In the first of two semi-final matches, Team DePaula Chevrolet made up of players Sophie Kyriazi, Cecilia Cochran, Kristy Outhier and Rachel Turner - won with 12 goals scored against Team Estrella. Outhier was the high scorer, with five goals in the four-chukker match. Playing for Estrella was Libby Scripps, Angela York, Cissie Snow and Tara Lordi. In the second match was Team Buckleigh Farms won over Saratoga Saddlery in an energized face-to-face match, ending in a close contest, 6-4. Playing for Buckleigh was Lydia Bibeau, Tiffany Busch, Karen Reese and Isabella Wolf. Busch scored four of the six goals for Buckleigh, one in each chukker. Saddlery players were Sabine Rodgers (owner of Saratoga Saddlery), Tabatha Orthwein, Anibel McNaught-Davis and Liz Brayboy. Team Saratoga Saddlery won over Estrella 6-5 in the Women's Challenge Consolation match.
NYSPHSAA Safety Committee Warns about Dehydration and Heat Exhaustion August in upstate New York is sunny, hot and humid. It's almost the time for tryouts and two-a-days, so remember to stay hydrated and remain cautious if you plan on braving the heat. The New York State Public High School Athletic Association posted the following information for parents and athletes on their website: • During hot weather, athletes should be gradually acclimated to higher temperatures. • In extremely hot and humid weather, reduce the amount of clothing covering the body. • Athletes should pay attention to their weight: generally 3 percent weight loss through sweating is safe; any higher and the athlete should not be allowed to practice in hot and humid conditions. • Drink early: by the time you're thirsty, you're already dehydrated. • Drink enough water to replace any weight loss from exercise within two hours. For more information, visit www.nysphsaa.org/.
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Newsworthy & Noteworthy Local Coach inducted into Football Hall of Fame Former Saratoga Springs football coach, Blasé Iuliano is among five coaches being inducted into the inaugural class of the Capital Region Football Hall of Fame on August 7 at the Colonie Elks Lodge. The inaugural class will cover almost 100 years of football history and play in the Capital Region. South Glens Falls School District Athletic Director and President of the Capital District Chapter of the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame played an influential role in starting the Capital Region's Hall of Fame.
Thoroughbreds Men's Soccer Team Heads to Brazil The Skidmore College men's soccer team is heading to Salvador, Brazil for a ten-day trip that will include training, competition, tours and a community service project.
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Located in the northeast province of Bahia, Salvador is known as the cultural capital of Brazil. The city has an incredible array of beaches, historical sites and Brazilian culture. The team will train and play at the facility of the Brazilian club E.C. Vittoria, a first division club based in Salvador. Coach Ron McEachen's team will spend time working on the Favela Project, a not for profit that is dedicated to using the game of soccer to help improve the lives of children in Brazil's poorest urban areas. The Thoroughbreds will also hold a soccer clinic and distribute soccer clothing, equipment and food baskets. The team takes an international trip every three years to allow players to benefit from visiting and learning about a different culture. It is a great opportunity for the team to bond, while players train and compete against competitors from other countries. Previous trips have been to China (2007) and Costa Rica (2004). The cost of the trip comes from team fundraising and individual families.
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2010 Giants Training Camp Underway The NFL team returned to UAlbany last week for their fifteenth annual summer training camp, which they have agreed to continue through 2012 . The Giants have trained on the UAlbany campus, just 2 1/2 hours north of the New Meadowlands Stadium, since 1996. In the 14 years that the Giants have trained at UAlbany, the preseason camp has averaged more than 33,000 fans per summer, with camp attendance reaching 46,960 in 2009, which was the the fourth time figures have surpassed 40,000. Saratoga County fans flock to the Mara-Tisch Field, dedicated on Aug. 16, 2007 in honor of the team's former owners Wellington Mara and Robert Tisch, to cheer on their favorite team and support first-year wide receivers’ coach Sean Ryan, who is a native of Hudson Falls.. Ryan spent the past three years as the offensive quality control coach. "The New York Giants' training camp at UAlbany has become part of the fabric of the Capital Region," said Albany Mayor Gerald D. Jennings. "The countless number of fans that live in Upstate New York have an opportunity to watch and interact with players, and, ultimately, form a greater bond with their team. I congratulate the Giants organization and the administration of UAlbany for their continued commitment to our great All-America Capital City." "I can't say enough about the cooperation we receive from the university and its staff," said Coach Tom Coughlin. "The spirit of a common purpose and objective allows our team to get the work done that is necessary for us to compete at the highest level at the outset of the season. Our coaches and players appreciate the opportunity the University at Albany affords us to be the best we can be." The camp concludes on August 20, so be sure to take a trip down to UAlbany to watch them Sharon Castro • Saratoga Today play! For more information about the camp, visit www.giants.com.
Local Figure Skaters Achieve Greatness Ziehnert Skating School students Sara Parker and Jennifer Steele passed their figure skating First Test on Saturday, July 31st at the Clifton Park Arena. This is the first step toward the journey of high level competitive figure skating. All competitive skaters work toward passing a series of eight figure skating tests, from Preliminary up to Senior. These tests determine the level and achievement of the skater. In order to qualify to compete, all U.S. Olympic Skaters must pass their individual tests up to the Senior level. Ziehnert Skating School student Justin Morrow passed the Senior Freeskating test. This test is the highest test offered with the United States Figure Skating Association. This test makes Justin a quadruple gold medalist and the highest credentialed skater in the area. Last season, Justin qualified to compete at the US Nationals in Spokane, Washington for Ice Dancing with partner Katie Wyble of Pittsburgh. The two have decided to take a year off from competitive skating to focus on some individual pursuits and finish up school. He is currently a student at Seton Hill University in Pennsylvania, where he is majoring in education. While home on summer break, Justin decided to work on some of his individual skating for fun and physical fitness. After a couple of weeks with Coach Glenn Ziehnert, the two decided to make passing the Senior Free Skating test their summer goal. "There are many difficult jumps and spins on the test. It was nothing short of amazing that after seven years of not working on these elements, Justin could come back and achieve this level of skating," Ziehnert said. Though passing a gold level test is an achievement in itself, it is only the first step in qualifying for a National Championship or an Olympic Games. "Some skaters may have passed these tests, but very few have achieved National recognition in their discipline as did Justin," said Ziehnert.
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Young Athletes Enjoy Summer Basketball Camp Eager to learn and ready to improve their skills, a group of Saratoga girls ages six and up gathered this week for the annual summer youth basketball camp at the new South Side Recreation on Vanderbilt Avenue. The weeklong camp typically meets at East Side Rec., but was able to enjoy the recentlyopened facility due to rainy weather on Wednesday. The boys camp begins on Monday.
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Tuesday, July 27 Games After School defeats Big Mike L's BACC Alley Players, 34-10 BACC After School exploded for 34 points in a 34-10 victory over Big Mike's. Carson Ten Eyck sank five outside jumpers; his swift moves to the hoop brought BACC into the lead, pushing 13 points ahead of the competition. Matt Larkin chipped in with eight solid shots and AJ Lawton added 6. Jake Dzikas' led Big Mike's with his hard-earned four points.
Crandall Construction defeats Ballston Hoopsters, 35- 30 Game two proved a much closer contest with Crandall coming out on top of the Hoopsters 35-30. Jake Van Patten scored 13 points and seemingly countless rebounds to lead the way for Crandall. Sean Walsh added 6 terrific shots and Josh Moseman another 6 baskets to compliment Jake's scoring and rebounding. The Hoopsters were led by Nate Daigle's 17 points including two three-pointers in the waning minutes of this fully-charged contest. And of course, Jaia Benson chipped in with another 5 points for the Hoopsters.
BACC Board defeats T-Shirt Graphics, 35-24 In another non-stop-action game, the BACC Board scored their second consecutive win, besting T-Shirt Graphics, 35-24. A balanced attack led by Jake Carroll with 9 points and Kevin DeSorbo with 8 led the Board to their big win. Noah Quartararo sank 100 percent into his usual hustle, leading the way for T-Shirt Graphics with 8 points and numerous steals.
Thursday, July 29 Games Stewart's defeats Hot Diggity Dogs, 42-28 In a very close contest that lasted until the final five minutes of the game, Stewart's pulled away to register a 42-28 victory over Hot Diggity Dogs. For Stewart's, Paul Otto played an outstanding game with 18 points and a dozen rebounds while Ben Williams chipped in with 8 of his own. Nick Conrad led a balanced attack for the Dogs with 7 points followed by Jack Beck and Chris Kopyc who earned another six points each.
Big Mike L's BACC Alley Players defeat BACC After School, 33-31 In the most exciting game of the season, Big Mike's and After School went into double overtime. It was Jake Dzikas' bucket with 15 seconds to go that captured the winning margin, as Big Mike's overcame BACC After School 33-31. For Big Mike's, the victory reversed a game two days prior in which BACC took over the scoreboard with ease, winning the game 34-10. Big Dzikas earned himself "player of the week" status for his incredible 10 points, while Matt Larkin was named BACC "player of the week" with 13 points, including the notorious hoop that sent the game into overtime.
Win Place Show Auto Detailers defeats Crandall Construction 49-36 The final game of the night was a two-player affair with Gavin Vlainich and August Mahoney scoring 20 and 19 points respectively in a 49-36 victory for Win Place Show over Crandall Construction. Crandall was led by player of the week Sean Walsh's 14 points and Jake Van Patten's 10.
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Friday Night Scramble 7/30 (32 participants) 1st: -5 Jeff Yeackel, Marc Beaulieu, Renea Winters, Jay Skiff; 2nd: -4 Chris Braim, Russ Sealy, Michael Winters, Jim Durnberg; 3rd: -4 Matt Baker, Don Seymour, David Stewart; Closest to the Pin: Hole # 3 Renea Winters 17'; Hole # 9 Jeff Yeackel 32'10"; Eagles (7/28): Liam Kenny, Hole #10 par 5, 530 yards â&#x20AC;&#x201C; driver, 5-iron, gap wedge; Mill Mansmann, hole #8 par 5, 502 yards â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3 wood, 9 iron, putter SHS Alumni Association Scholarship Golf Tournament: Proceeds to benefit the South Glens Falls Association Scholarship Fund Benefiting Autism. Saturday, August 14, 2010. Cost is $60 per person, $240 per foursome. Registration is at 8:15 a.m. with shotgun start to follow. Deadline to sign up is 8/16. Social hour from 6 to 7 p.m. will follow. BBQ Dinner at 7 p.m. for $35 per person. Contact Jim Hunt to sign up: (518) 3618722, and mail payment (checks payable to South Glens Falls Alumni Association) to 53 Boulevard, Queensbury, NY 12804 Airway Meadows 7th Annual Benefit Tournament: Recipient is Matthew Carruthers; Saturday, August 21; 18-hole 4player scramble; noon registration with shotgun start to follow. Cost to play is $70 per player (non members) and $10 of every registration fee will go to Matt. Fee includes beverages, lunch and dinner, live auction and prizes! To sign up, sponsor a hole or donate a product, call the pro shop at (518) 792-4144.
Ballston Spa Country Club Senior League Quota System: Paul Alexanian/Jim Brietinger/ Joe Kerbelis/Paul Steves + 19; Bill Manhey/Paul Mileu/Jeff Reynolds/ Wyn Wacht +17; Charles Fricano/ Ed Helenke/Mike Lavigna/Stan Ziobrowski + 13
Mechanicville Golf Club Treewoods Low gross: Chuch Rebuhn 40, Dean Heer 43; Low net: Dave Stevens, Jr., 35; Joe Perniciaro 37
Frog Island League Low gross: Clyde Driggers, Mike DiDomenico 38; Low net: Jared Garone. Mike Schwartz, Dave Morency, Dick Garland 28; Women's low gross: Laurie Phelps 41 Ladies ABCD Best Shot Out (7/17) 1st: 74 Ann Twyman/Barb Terpening/Sharon Wright/Nancy Platt; 2nd (T): 74 Chris DeNew/ Kathy Nygard/Dottie Chapman/ Tish Garry; Betty Bellinger/Jan Klassovity/Jenn Stroebel/Nancy Indiano 2010 Ladies Match Play 1st: 51 Sharon May, Mary Ellen Carpenter; 2nd: 50 Kathy Nygard, Oli Williams; 3rd: 46 Betty Bellinger, Barb Terpening; 4th: 45 Pam O'Brien, Sharon Wright; 5th: 30 Jennifer Strobel, Judy Valente
McGregor Links Country Club Men's Association Best Ball of Partners (8/1) Gross: 1st: 72 Nick Perrotta/Art Manso; Net: 1st: 61 Rick Kirkpatrick/Lou Yellen; 2nd: 63 Al Lewis/Dick Desrochers; 3rd (T): 65 Pat Oles/Larry Krison, Glen Hembach/Jay LaBoda, Peter RogerS/Terry Loftus Northeastern New York PGA Junior Golf Tour Event # 6 (7/29) Boys 16-18 1st: Louis Walsh, Clifton Park, 71; 2nd: Ryan Simpson, Mechanicville, 73; 3rd (T): Seth Adams, Schenectady; Austin Westerveld, Howes Cave, 74; 5th: Zachary Meade, Tupper Lake, 75; 6th (T): Jimmy Sullivan, Troy; Danny Fitzpatrick, Loudonville; Spencer Sautin, Ballston Lake; Tim Lasarso, Queensbury, 76; 10th (T): John Young, Mechanicville; Shawn Folan, Mechanicville; Scott Ferron, Ballston Spa 77 Boys 13-15 1st: Alexander Kinkaid, Ballston Lake, 71; 2nd: Aaron Simone, Niskayuna, 74; 3rd (T): Arthur Griffin, Lake Placid, Hunter
Donovan, Albany 78; 5th: Matthew Parrottino, Slingerlands, 79; 6th (T): Calvin Beckwith, Saratoga Springs; David Wellington, Ballston Lake, 80 Boys 12 & Under 9th (T): Jacob Bruzal, Queensbury; Drew Neilen, Saratoga Springs, 54; 12th: Alex Wellington, Ballston Lake, 64 Girls 12 & Under 1st Place (T): Madison Braman, Loudonville; Lauren Brock, Latham, Kayla Szekely, Gansevoort, 64
Eastern New York Golf Association ABCD Championships at Orchard Creek Country Club Class A Gross: Chuck Connolly, Hiland, 64; Paul Bricoccol, Hiland, 73; Ron Cohen, Fairways of Halfmoon, 73; Net: John Dennett, Queensbury, 65; Bill Kent, Cobleskill, 66; Tim Bell, Hiland, 70 Class B Gross: Charlie Valentine, Sycamore, 76; Bob Smith, Schenectady Municipal, 76; Mike Java, Sycamore, 77; Net: Jon Kozel, Meadowgreen, 63; Bob McSkanin, Ballston Spa, 63; Gordy Harpine, Van Patten, 66 Class C Gross: Bill Caswell, Sycamore, 82; Bruce Kay, Ballston Spa, 86; Smokey Schools, Meadow Green, 86; Net: Paul Pusatere, Mechanicville, 63; Stan Dzek, Western Turnpike, 63; Jim Chartrand, not affiliated, 64 At Pioneers Golf Club Class A Gross: Chuck Connolly, Hiland, 70; Ralph Maru, Van Patten, 71; Dick Gunning, Town of Colonie, 73; Net: Bill Kent, Cobleskill, 73-8-65; Bob Smith, Schenectady Municipal, 74-9-65; Jon Dennett, Queensbury, 75-6-69 Class B Gross: Al Barclay, McGregor Links, 71; Dave Hiller, Stadium, 75; Floyd Miklie, Van Patten, 75; Net: Ken Tracy, Battenkill, 76-14-62; John Burns, Stadium, 77-14-63; Bruce Kay,
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Athlete of the Week: Mike Barcia by Yael Goldman Saratoga TODAY When most people think of boxing, they picture muscular, mature and violent fighters. But anyone who attended last weekend's annual Pro Am Fight Card bout at the Saratoga Springs City Center knows this stereotype just doesn't fit the bill. At just nine-years old, four-feet and ten inches tall and only 75 pounds, Mike Barcia is both an accomplished boxer and a young boy known for his incredibly laidback personality. The Schuylerville fighting phenomenon took part in the action last
weekend, opening the night's showcase of local, international, amateur and professional bouts by defeating his opponent Riley Mabee of Waterford with a “standing eight” in a three-round Junior fight. "I was planning on winning; I was very proud of myself" Mike said. "It was a lot of fun [fighting] in front of the crowd." At this point, he's practically a professional when it comes to boxing before a live audience. Mike has participated in a handful of local fights since he began his career. He started boxing when he was eight, and although he's only been at it for around a year Mike has already dedicated himself to inten-
sive training multiple days a week at Saratoga Boxing Gym and the Quail Street Gym in Albany under the guidance of Coach Jerek Jones. He was introduced to the sport two years ago, when he was seven. Mike noticed the boxing gym one day when and his family went to the Saratoga Gym to ice skate, and that's all it took to spark his interest. Finding out that he had to be eight to start boxing, Mike waited patiently until his eighth birthday and has remained motivated ever since. According to his father Carl, Mike is unusually dedicated for his young age. Mike and Mabee went head-to-head last December at the Golden Gloves showcase in Rochester, so he was pretty confident going into the rematch. "He trains very hard, he was in shape for it so he knew he'd have a good fight but you never know. He's very laid back, but when he comes out really throwing his punches, he’s pretty good. You wouldn't think of him as a boxer if you saw him out of the ring; he's very easy going and quiet." Even though his primary focus these days is boxing, Mike is looking forward to starting football when he's in the seventh grade. But no matter what, he'll remain
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Mike and Riley face off in the event-opening bout onJuly 31 at the Saratoga Springs City Center loyal to boxing. "I'll continue with it; I want to get to where Josh Dulmer is," he said. Dulmer, who will become a professional boxer after he wins his next fight, is somewhat of a role model for Mike. Otherwise, he spends his time hanging out with friends, and train-
ing and watching boxing matches with his 10 year-old brother Joseph. Mike hasn't made official plans to fight in any upcoming fights, but is hoping to participate in an amateur showcase in September. "The boxing program is really good for the kids; they just love it," Carl said.
Annual Saratoga Springs Fight Card Results: USA Boxing Amateur Bouts • Three rounds Junior 75 lbs: Mike Barcia (11 years-old, 4'10"), Saratoga Springs, defeated Riley Mabee (10 years-old, 4'9"), Waterford, NY by 3-2 judges' decision • Three rounds Heavyweight 201+ lbs.: Owen Minor (22 years-old, 6'1"), Worcester, MA defeated Josh Dulmer (26 years-old, 6'3"), Saratoga Springs by 3-2 judges' decision photo provided
• Three rounds Welterweight 152 lbs.: Amir Imam (19 years-old, 5'10"), Albany, NY, defeated Ray Velez (25 years-old, 5'8"), Troy by RSC (referee stops contest) at 2:58 of the third round Professional Bouts • Four rounds Lt. Middleweight 158 lbs.: Joe Yerdon (20 years-old, 5'9") (0-1-2), Berlin, NY draw Ashantie Hendrickson (23 years-old, 5'8") (2-7-1), Medford, NY • Four rounds Lt. Middleweight 154 lbs.: Eric Davidson (25 years-old, 5'9") (0-0-1), Coram, NY draw Felix Rangel (23 years-old, 5'7") (0-4-1), Puerto Rico • Four rounds Lightweight 135 lbs.: Zach Smith (25 years-old, 5'6") (4-1), Delmar, NY defeated Ryan Batt (23 years-old, 5'7") (0-1), Lockport, NY by majority decision • Six rounds Featherweight 126 lbs.: Maureen Shea (29 years-old, 5'4") (15-2, 9 KOs), Bronx, NY defeated Liliana Martinez (23 years-old, 5'3") (8-10, 4 KOs), Dominican Republic, by TKO at 1:18 of the third round • Eight rounds Lightweight 135 lbs.: Mike Faragon (23 years-old, 5'9") (12-0, 6 KOs), Guilderland, NY defeated Eddie Soto (33 years-old, 5'9") (12-2, 4 KOs), Pawtucket, RI, by TKO at 0:45 of the fourth round.
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