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Beyond Rehab?

by Yael Goldman Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS - There are two sides to every story.

As an 1871 landmark, architect J.D. Stevens' Winans-Crippen house is an important piece of local history. But as a deteriorating wooden structure unfit for occupancy and perhaps beyond repair, 66 Franklin Street is a safety hazard and a potential threat to public safety.

Though the house is undeniably historic and the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation's (SSPF) mission is to see it restored, the City Department of Public Safety wants it torn down before someone gets hurt.

See Historic page 10

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Rear and front views of 66 Franklin Street

McDonalds Goes McClassy

by Yael Goldman Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS – The new McDonald’s on South Broadway is one-of-a-kind.

Scheduled to open by early June

and bring 100 jobs to the area, the redesigned 197 South Broadway McDonald’s stands out among the global company’s more than 32,000 franchises.

“This is a special opportunity for me to deliver something unique to my hometown,” said owner Clark

Brink, a Saratoga Springs resident who also has franchises in Malta, Greenwich, Fort Edward and Queensbury.

Following a more than three-year planning process, the new 5,000 square-foot structure will replace the original 1960s franchise, and meet adjusted city zoning and design specifications with class.

See McDonald’s page 7

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Roughly 400 to 500 brown trout were released from the Rome Fish Hatchery to repopulate the creek, thanks to the help of dozens of children and their fish-filled buckets.

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Hundreds gather to stock Geyser Creek with brown trout.

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Deborah J. Curran, aka "Deborah Dalaba," 35, of 36 Seward St., Saratoga Springs, pleaded guilty to a charge of second-degree criminal possession of a forged instrument, a class-D felony. Curran was arrested August 25 in Saratoga Springs for an incident that occurred July 22 and is scheduled to return to court for sentencing June 16.

Jacob L. Steves, 24, of 1253 Tripoli Rd., Hudson Falls, pleaded guilty to a charge of thirddegree criminal possession of a weapon, a class-D violent felony.

Steves was arrested October 29 in Clifton park and is scheduled to return to court for sentencing June 16.

Richard Carson, 41, of 337 Hudson Ave., Mechanicville, was charged with first-degree criminal contempt in the first degree, a class-E felony, and endangering the welfare of a child, a class-A misdemeanor. Carson was arrested February 18 in Mechanicville.

Lenon L. Lester, III, 40, of 41 Marwood St., Albany, was charged with first-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, a class-E felony, and second-degree criminal impersonation, a class-A misdemeanor. Lester was arrested February 8 in the Town of Waterford.

Christopher D. Lydecker, 41, of 69 County Rt. 70, Stillwater, was charged with first degree criminal possession of a forged instrument, a class-C felony; third degree criminal possession of a weapon, a class-D felony; fourth-degree criminal possession of stolen property, a class-E felony; and fourth-degree grand larceny, a class-E felony.

Lydecker was arrested November

29 for incidents that occurred October 15 in the Town of Milton and October 4 and 12 in the Town of Wilton.

Bridget M. Minehan, 39, of 3558 Galway Rd., Ballston Spa, was resentenced April 12 by Judge Jerry J. Scarano to one to three years in state prison, probation terminated. Minehan was originally convicted December 1, 2010 of fourth-degree grand larceny, a class-E felony, for which she had been sentenced to five years of probation and restitution.

Corey M. O'Malley, 29, of 321 Peters Rd., Gansevoort, was resentenced April 12 by Judge Jerry J. Scarano to time served and continued probation.

O'Mally was originally convicted November 9, 2007 of thirddegree burglary, a class-D felony, for which he had been sentenced to time served and five years of probation to include drug treatment court.

Temujin V. Bozeman, 52, of 3 Waterbury St., Saratoga Springs, was resentenced April 12 by Judge Jerry J. Scarano to continued probation. Bozeman was

originally convicted August 24, 2009 of first-degree criminal contempt, a class-E felony, for which he was sentenced to time served and five years of probation.

Jesse Smith, 28, of 723 Raymonds St., Apt. 1, Schenectady, pleaded guilty to a charge of third-degree attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance, a class-C felony. Smith was arrested October 6 in Saratoga Springs for an incident that occurred September 15 and has been sentenced to three and a half years in state prison, as well as three years of post release supervision.

Peter M. Naple, 43, of 24 Borthwick Ave., Delmar, pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while intoxicated, a class-E felony. Naple was arrested September 28 in Saratoga Springs and is scheduled to return to court for sentencing June 13.

Joseph A. Giambalvo, 25, of 6109 Sentinel Rd., A3, Lake Placid, pleaded guilty to a charge of third-degree attempted criminal possession of a controlled

substance, a class-C felony.

Giambalvo was arrested February 20 in Malta and is scheduled to return to court for sentencing June 6.

Jeremy Duffney, 21, of the Budget Inn, Malta, pleaded guilty to a charge of failing to register an internet account within ten days, a class-E felony. Duffney was arrested March 22 in Malta and has been sentenced to one year in the Saratoga County Jail, probation restored. The sentence follows a prior conviction December 9 regarding a seconddegree criminal sex act, a class-D felony.

Richard H. Ogle, III, 67, homeless, was charged with sec-

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ond degree burglary, a class-C felony. Ogle was arrested December 9 in Saratoga Springs.

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WEEK IN REVIEW

Saratoga Springs’ Tammie McCormick now missing for 25 years

whereabouts of Tammie. Calls are confidential and may be made anonymously.

ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA - As part of its ongoing search, The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children is again asking for the public’s help to locate Saratoga Springs’ Tammie McCormick who became missing April 29, 1986. This year marks the 25th anniversary of her disappearance.

Tammie, then 13 years old, is a white female with light brown hair and hazel eyes. She was last seen hitchhiking. She has a homemade tattoo of “T.A.M.” on her upper left arm and was 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighed 108 pounds at the time of her disappearance.

The public is urged to call 1-800THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) with any information they may have concerning the disappearance or current

May 14 prom attendees to be tested for alcohol SARATOGA SPRINGS- School officials have announced that students who attend the May 14 prom at the Saratoga Springs City Center will have to submit to a screening that utilizes a passive alcohol sensor to indicate whether or not they have alcohol in their system.

Officials with the Saratoga Springs High School told parents of the new proceedure in a letter earlier this week.

This is the first time the school district has used such screenings and comes after at least two recent highprofile incidences of local underage drinking.

In early March, nearly two dozen freshmen and sophomore students from Saratoga Springs High School were suspended after it was discovered they had consumed alcohol before attending a dance and two students were hospitalized. Less than two weeks later, 16 students were arrested after they were found drinking at a home in Milton.

Oklahoma training track opens SARATOGA SPRINGS- A sure

sign of spring and the promise of summer excitement occurred Monday, April 18 with the opening of the Oklahoma training track, across from the historic Saratoga Race Course on Union Avenue.

The spring training season for thoroughbreds is a prelude to Saratoga Race Course’s 143rd season.

The 2011 season at Saratoga Race Course begins on Friday, July 22 and will consist of 40 racing days before concluding on Labor Day, Monday, September 5.

The Grade 1, $1 million Travers Stakes will take place on Saturday, August 27.

Contractor sentenced to State Prison after admitting stealing more than $50,000 BALLSTON SPASaratoga County District Attorney James A. Murphy, III announced that John D. Pratt, of 16 Lee Street, Ballston Spa was sentenced in Saratoga County Court to an indeterminate term of 4 years to 8 years in a State Correctional Facility. He was also sentenced to 1 fi to 3 years, to run concurrently, after he pled guilty to Grand Larceny 2nd Degree, a "C" Felony, Scheme to Defraud a Vulnerable Elderly Person, a Class E Felony and Grand Larceny in the 4th Degree, a Class E Felony. The sen-

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tence is a result of six separate investigations involving Pratt including the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance.

This case started after a relative of one of the victims came forward with a complaint about large amounts of money being paid to Pratt and no work being performed. The State Police then received a number of similar complaints from other victims. All of the victims were over 75 years old.

DA Murphy said, "Unfortunately, we are seeing more and more cases of elder abuse. Taking an elderly person’s money with the intent to steal it and do none of the work you are hired to do will result in prison. Let this be a message to anyone thinking of preying on senior citizens.”

Big changes on Broadway as two buildings headed to auction The Saratoga Shoe Depot at 385 Broadway along with another threestory building at 322-328 Broadway on the corner of Spring Street will be open to the highest bidder when the buildings head to auction May 4.

Located in the center of downtown Saratoga, the buildings are the latest addition to a list of changes to hit Broadway, including the closure of the 22,500 square-foot Borders bookstore at 395 Broadway.

While some may be nervous about the number of vacant properties

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sprouting up along Broadway, President of Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce Todd L. Shimkus noted that the news isn't all bad.

"With all three of those instances, you're dealing with the fact that Saratoga is certainly not immune to some of the national economic trends," said Shimkus. "The good news is that I know in every one of those instances that there are folks that are looking at either the opportunity to lease or the opportunity to buy those properties to become part of one of the most vibrant and successful downtowns in the United States."

Shimkus, who views the news as likely only a temporary setback, noted Saratoga's increasing population, additional housing projects, the success of the Saratoga Race Course, Skidmore, a new City Center and the arrival of GlobalFoundries as indicators of strength and stability in the region, despite the recent news on Broadway.

"I don't see any reason why Saratoga isn't headed in an absolutely great direction for growth and new opportunity downtown. This area has a great recipe for success going forward" The auction for the two buildings will be held May 4, 11 am at the Saratoga County Courthouse in Ballston Spa.

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Friday, April 22, 2011

local briefs High school juried art exhibition to open at The Hyde GLENS FALLS – One hundred works from more than 1,100 entries by area high school art students will be exhibited as part of The Juried Show at The Hyde Collection from Saturday, April 30 through Thursday, May 26, 2011.

The exhibition, celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, is an annual showcase of regional high school art students’ talent and creativity.

This show was designed to allow participating students to experience the preparation, submission, and jurying process crucial to their artistic development.

The young artists entering the 2011 competition hail from high schools in Warren, Washington, Saratoga, Hamilton, and Essex counties.

For the first time in the history of The Hyde’s event, submissions were submitted digitally for firstround reviews. Then, on jury day, which was Saturday, March 26, judges reviewed the secondround selections at The Hyde to choose the final works for the exhibition. Jurors included Dr. Sheldon Hurst, former educator at The Hyde and current professor of art, as well as director of the Visual Arts Gallery at SUNY Adirondack; Regis Brodie, professor of art at Skidmore College; and Scott Walroth, district director of art education at Niskayuna Central School’s Office of Art Education.

The exhibition committee chairperson for this year’s Juried Show is Susan botch of Glens Falls High School.

The selected drawings, paintings, ceramics, photography, and electronic media will be featured in the Museum’s Charles R. Wood Gallery.

An Open House and Awards Ceremony will be held for the students and their families at The Hyde Collection on Sunday, May 8, 2011. Students with art in the exhibition will be recognized at that event and a select number of students will be honored with special awards such as Best in Show, The Curator’s Choice Awards, Honorable Mentions and Committee Choice.

Phyllis Agnes Picotte Malta – Phyllis Agnes Picotte, 86, died early Friday morning in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loved ones.

Born on November 9, 1924 in Howes Cave, she was the daughter of the late Angelo and Bambi Calisante Marzello.

Relatives and friends gathered in her memory Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of Saratoga Springs. Funeral services followed at the funeral home.

Burial was held in the family plot at Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Troy Rd. in Niskayuna.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Ellis Hospital Foundation, PO Box 1015, Schenectady, NY 123011015 or to The Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY

To view the full-text version of the obituaries printed on this page, visit the archive section of www.SaratogaTodayNewspaper.com.

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@saratogapublishing.com.

James W. Collins

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The family would like to thank all who supported them during this time, including Dr. Jon DeSantis, Saratoga Hospital Cardiac Unit, Community Hospice and all her wonderful friends.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneral home.com.

Saratoga Springs – James W. Collins passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Saturday, April 16, 2011. He was 75.

Born on August 3, 1935 in Saratoga Springs, he was the son of the late William and Agnes Smero Collins.

Friends and relatives called Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Wednesday, April 20 in St. Clement's Church in Saratoga Springs by Rev. Neil Draves-Arpaia.

Burial followed in the family plot at St. Peters Cemetery, West Avenue in Saratoga Springs.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Ronald McDonald House

of Albany, 139 South Lake Avenue, Albany, NY 12208 or Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

Sherrill G. (Bunky) Cudney

Sally A. Biggie

Saratoga Springs – Sally A. Biggie, 74, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Thursday, April 14, 2011, at Saratoga Hospital.

Sally was born on April 19, 1936 in Saratoga Springs and lived here her entire life. She was the daugh-

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ter of the late Edmund and Ruth (Gaffney) Reilly. In addition to her parents Sally is predeceased by her husband of 46 years, P. Joseph Biggie, who passed away on Feb. 5, 2001.

Relatives and friends gathered to remember her Monday April 18, 2011 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel at St. Clements Church in Saratoga Springs. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated immediately following in the church.

Burial followed in the family plot at St. Peter's Cemetery, West Avenue in Saratoga Springs.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneral home.com.

Saratoga Springs – Sherrill G. (Bunky) Cudney, of Northway Court and formerly of Lincoln Avenue, passed away Sunday, April 17, 2011 at Saratoga Hospital. He was 79.

Born on July 29, 1931 in Saratoga Springs, he was the son of the late Edmund C. and Arlene (Rice) Cudney.

Relatives and friends called Thursday, April 21, 2011 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes of Saratoga Springs. The Knights of Columbus provided comfort to Bunk’s family and friends.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 am this morning, Friday, April 22, 2011 in the Church of St. Peter, 241 Broadway, by the Very Rev. Dominic S. Ingemie, pastor.

The Rite of Committal will follow in the family plot at St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Avenue in Saratoga Springs.

Memorials may be made in Bunk's name to St. Peter's Needy Association, c/o The Church of St. Peter, 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

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Saratoga Bridges raises nearly $8,000 through raffle, season sponsors donate $41,000 in 2011 BALLSTON SPA – Saratoga Bridges, one of the largest nonprofit organizations in Saratoga County, recently announced that its season sponsors have donated $41,000 so far in 2011, and also named the winners from the March 14 raffle, which generated close to $8,000 for programs and services.

Season sponsors contributing to Saratoga Bridges in 2011 are: The Adirondack Trust Company, Constance & Thomas D’Ambra, DIAGEO; Featured Season Sponsors: Coca-Cola Bottling Company, New Country Toyota Scion of Saratoga; Associate Season Sponsors: The Bonadio Group, CDPHP, Stewart’s Shops, TCT Federal Credit Union Richard Hines of Clifton Park was the first place raffle winner. He received two passes to the 2011 Masters Golf Tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, which took place last week. The golf experience included a private plane ride from Albany, a chance to play at the Palmetto Golf Club in South Carolina, dinner, hotel stay, tickets for the tournament on April 7 and

shuttle transportation. Relph Benefit Advisors generously donated the highly sought-after tournament tickets.

Ronald Anzalone of Niskayuna won the second prize. He took home a $100 Price Chopper Gift Card. Third place winners John and Linda Ciulla from Mechanicville received a $50 Price Chopper Gift Card.

Saratoga Bridges has been providing programs for people with developmental disabilities and their families for 55 years.

In other organization news, Saratoga Bridges elected Kevin Joyce to its Foundation Board on Wednesday, April 13. The Middle Grove resident joins a group of distinguished and dedicated individuals who ensure that the agency is able to raise necessary operating funds for programs, capital and special projects that are not sufficiently supported by state or federal dollars; establish an endowment to insure the availability of future services; and exercise fiduciary responsibility of Foundation assets.

Joyce is an AAC Sales Consultant with DynaVox Technologies.

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Saratoga Springs City Council

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY At the Tuesday, April 19 Saratoga Springs City Council meeting the Council unanimously approved a measure to authorize Mayor Scott Johnson to sign an agreement with CA Smith to develop bid specifications for asbestos removal at the former Waterfront Restaurant, which is located on the approximate four-acre Waterfront Park parcel on Crescent Avenue along Saratoga Lake. The agreement, which includes supervision of the removal, was for $3,700.

Prior to the vote, Mayor Johnson delivered a detailed status update on the Waterfront Park project.

The asbestos-removal measure is just the first step in a multi-phase plan to develop the Waterfront Park parcel that the City purchased with open space bonds for $2 million in 2005. A three-phase development master plan had been put together by the LA Group in 20089 with an estimated overall cost of $1.8 million. To date, the City has received a matching grant for $200,000 from the State. Mayor Johnson reported that the City’s half of the grant could be fulfilled with a combination of in-kind services by City employees and leftover bond dollars and thus would not involve any significant new cash outlay. The Mayor noted that

the economy had prevented the City from pursuing development to this point and that they had only recently received the grant contract from the State.

The asbestos removal is part of the first development phase, which had been estimated to cost $700,000 overall in 2008-9, but Mayor Johnson expressed optimism that it could now be achieved in the range of $4-500,000 with contractors more anxious to aggressively bid, given scarcer work in this economy. Other steps in this phase will include landscaping and parking lot improvements in the highest-elevation areas, as well as non-motorized boat launching and picnic areas. Currently the area is padlocked and public access is restricted for safety reasons, and the Mayor, noting that this situation did not serve the public interest, advocated that sufficient conditions were now in favor of proceeding toward permitting public access. The Mayor indicated that the City will continue to pursue additional grant money as a primary means of funding future development.

In other Council News: - The Mayor re-appointed Bob West to a second term on the Design Review Commission and also appointed Tom Lewis to the Planning Board.

- Supervisor Joanne Yepsen delivered a presentation that detailed Saratoga County’s distribution of revenue to the City from 2005-10. These included non-property tax sources such as Saratoga Racecourse admission taxes and sales tax revenue. In years where sales tax performance was better than expected, such as in 2007, the City also received a bonus distribution.

- Commissioner of Accounts John Franck announced that he was requesting that a letter be sent to the State Attorney General requesting guidance as to the City’s control over coin drop locations, which are used by many organizations such as Pop Warner football for fund-raising. After a discussion, Commissioner Franck announced that because of safety concerns he was pulling one of the City’s four coin drop locations (at Washington Street / West Avenue) from the application that the City requires these organizations to fill out to reserve a spot.

Commissioner Franck said he recognized the critical role these coin drop locations serve in these organizations’ fund-raising, and pledged to speak to local community businesses on their behalf to attempt to secure donations that would help to compensate them from any loss arising from this action.

- Commissioner Franck raised the possibility that taxi companies might request a renewal of a surcharge if gas prices continue to rise. This surcharge was previously approved by the Council the last time the average price of regular unleaded gas rose to over $4/gallon. Commissioner Franck also set a public hearing at the next Council meeting (May 3) on raising a fee for fingerprinting taxi operators so that criminal record searches could be expanded from just New York State to nationwide.

- The Council unanimously authorized the Mayor to sign contracts with Barton & Loguidice for filter rehabilitation at the water treatment plant ($70,000) and replacement of the water main along Washington Street ($12,900).

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McDonald’s to reopen in June continued from Page 1 Bohler Engineering and SD Atelier Architecture are leading the project.

Plans call for a tall brick façade featuring a tower element to give the illusion of two stories, and a trellised patio with a brick fence extension to satisfy the planning board’s 80 percent street frontage requirement. The building materials, everything from the brick to the windows, are “sympathetic” to Saratoga Springs history and were chosen for their “permanence.”

“I don’t think you will see any other McDonalds with this look,” Sue Davis, Atelier architect said.

“The only thing that gives it the [fast food] sense is the awnings and the limited signage.”

Style aside, the structure itself is pretty advanced, with trusses designed for resilience to heavy snow and a framework built for California earthquake standards.

“It can handle anything from an earthquake, to a Midwest tornado and a Northeast snow load,” Brink said.

Equal innovation went into configuring the parking lot and drivethrough scheme, which requires two “curb cuts” rather than the three used in the previous layout.

Drive-through customers will enter from South Broadway, pulling around the back of the building where the path splits at two automated ordering devices and then returns to a single lane at the pay window. A new technology will ease customers from order to payment based on when they com-

pleted their order.

“Drivers will be able to take their time,” Brink said. He explained that a family ordering in one car, with multiple kids changing their minds in the backseat, can read the menu without worrying about slowing down the driver behind them.

Brink said this revised drivethrough ordering setup reduces wait time and improves traffic flow, which immediately improves customer service.

The restaurant is equally impressive inside. With state-of-the-art appliances and décor, multi-level seating, flat screen tvs and free wifi, McDonald’s customers are guaranteed an enjoyable experience. Behind the counter details include an energy management system and menu displays of the latest technology.

But with all the “next-generation” detail and design innovation, Brink said his favorite component is a 20 by 25-foot community room that will be available for any group to reserve and use for free.

“It’s a very special space, and a great way to give back to the community,” he said, pointing to the 100 jobs the project will bring as another exciting impact.

“McDonald’s is a large international company, and sometimes people forget that the [restaurants] can be locally owned,” Brink said.

“I live in and grew up in this community; my children go to school here.”

Although the plans received special approval from McDonald’s headquarters in Chicago, the greatest hurdle was coming up with a

design that satisfied the city’s planning, design and zoning requirements.

“It was a little tricky, but we were able to satisfy all the boards and everybody agreed it would be a far better improvement,” Davis said. “Clark really invested a lot of his time and energy into this project.”

“This is a one-of-a-kind store in the world,” Brink said. “It was truly custom designed for Saratoga Springs as a result of the planning process.”

For information about employment or the extended grand opening celebration at the South Broadway McDonald’s in Saratoga Springs, e-mail Imlovinit987@yahoo.com or call (518) 744-2957.

local briefs Auditions for Guys and Dolls Jr. Saratoga Children's Theater (SCT) announces that auditions for its spring production of Guys and Dolls Jr. will take place on Saturday, April 30 beginning at 12:30 pm. Auditions are open to children ages 10 to 18. The auditions will take place at SCT's theater at 64 Hamilton Street, Saratoga Springs.

Set in Damon Runyon's mythical New York City, Guys and Dolls Junior introduces colorful characters who have become legends in the musical theatre canon. They include Sarah Brown, an upright but uptight "mission doll," Sky Masterson, the slick, highrolling gambler who woos her on a bet and ends up falling in love, Adelaide, a nightclub performer whose chronic flu is brought on by the fact she's been engaged to the same man for 14 years and Nathan Detroit, her devoted fiancé, desperate as always to find a spot for is infamous floating dice game.

Applicants should bring a resume, headshot or school photo, sheet music for 16 bars of a Broadway show tune and dance shoes or sneakers. If cast, a tuition of $195 will be due at the first rehearsal. Performances will be on June 9 through 11. An application form is available to download at www.saratogachildrenstheater.org.

For more information, phone Meg Kelly at (518) 580-1782.

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Friday, April 22, 2011

Fallon Wellness Pharmacy unveils new lab

by Yael Goldman Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS - Fallon Wellness Pharmacy of Saratoga, located at 472 Broadway, recently completed its new state-of-the-art compounding lab as part of a unique renovation to the historic Menges & Curtis Apothecary site.

Michael Lenz transitioned from traditional pharmacy to compounding and functional medication last year when he partnered with pharmacists Peter Fallon and George Doherty (owners of Fallon Wellness Pharmacy in Latham).

Reintroducing Menges & Curtis as Saratoga's wellness pharmacy, Lenz built a state-of-the-art compounding lab and added a consultation room, among other renovations to the office area, that were all done with respect to the site's history.

All of the original cabinetry and fixtures were maintained and incorporated into the renovation.

"Our goal was to preserve the original character of our location, and combine it with a state-of-the art compounding lab to provide our customers with the highest level of service," Lenz said. "I'm very happy with the results."

Compounding is the art and sci-

ence of preparing customized medications to meet specific needs of patients - everything from allergies to infant dosages, and even prescriptions for animals.

Lenz explained that someone who is allergic to drug additives, like dyes or lactose, might not be able to ingest traditional pharmaceuticals; they may need a topical preparation that is only available through custom compounding.

Veterinary medications are also prepared in the compounding lab.

Fallon custom prepares animals' medications that are palatable and accurately dosed, making it easier for owners to treat their pets.

"It's hard to get animals to take medications," Lenz said. Using a finicky cat as an example. "We put the medication into a base that is flavored with tuna, salmon and sardines so they can't even taste it."

The compounding lab is also used to customize bio-identical hormone replacements for menopausal women, which is a natural alternative to the synthetic treatments available at traditional pharmacies.

Other areas of expertise include: sterile injectables, trans-dermal gels, adrenal fatigue solutions and chronic pain management. Fallon Wellness Pharmacy also offers a large selection of nutritional supplements.

"We serve a niche. There are not many pharmacies that do what we do," Lenz said, which is why Fallon ships medications to customers all

over the country.

The Saratoga Springs pharmacy is in the process of becoming certified with the Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board (PCAB), a rare accreditation for which the Latham store is already recognized.

Along with providing customized prescriptions, this personalized approach to medication involves "functional" medicine, which is geared toward primary prevention and treating underlying causes of chronic disease.

With a new private consultation room, the pharmacists are now able to work one-on-one with patients in collaboration with their physician to establish a plan for improved heath through lifestyle and nutritional changes.

"Helping people feel better in a natural way is so rewarding," Lenz said. "We want people to feel better and be well."

A grand re-opening and ribbon cutting is planned for late spring.

For more information, visit www.fallonpharmacy.com or call (518) 306-5343, ext. 126.

Fallon Wellness Pharmacy is hosting a metabolic detoxification seminar on Wednesday, June 8 at 7 pm in Saratoga Springs. Michael Lenz and Brian Maxon, nutritional educator, will discuss how metabolic detoxification can help restore your energy and make you feel better overall. Seating is limited. Call for reservations.

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“CHEERS�

SARATOGA SPRINGS Designated drivers visiting Saratoga Casino and Raceway will now enjoy free non-alcoholic beverages to reward their responsible choices and commitment to protecting the safety of others.

The casino is partnering with Skidmore's recently re-launched "CHEERS to the Designated Driver" program, which was originally created in 2009. Skidmore's peer health educators reinstated "CHEERS" to promote positive decision-making and to reward those who choose not to drink.

As a "CHEERS" participant, the casino is offering complimentary soda and juice to any designated driver wearing a neon green wristband provided by the program.

The gaming floor bars, restaurants and Vapor Night Club will all be supporting this program's cause. Designated drivers can get a bracelet at select pick-up locations before heading out with friends for the night.

Bracelets are available on-campus at Campus Safety, Center for Sex & Gender Relations, Health Services, SGA Info Desk, Northwoods and Scribner laundry rooms; and off-campus at Esperanto (6 1/2 Caroline Street).

"We want to ensure that anyone choosing not to drink knows that there's a place to go out with friends where, if they're thirsty or need a little caffeine boost, they don't have to pay several dollars to have a soda," said Rita Cox, vice president of marketing for the casino.

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Friday, April 22, 2011

Saratoga Publishing presents the 2011 Women of Influence awards

by Yael Goldman Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS Saratoga Publishing is proud to honor six incredible Saratoga County women for their unique contributions to our community during an awards luncheon Wednesday, May 18 at 11:30 am at Longfellows Restaurant.

The 2011 Women of Influence nominees are: Michelle Larkin, Sara Mannix, Rabbi Linda Motzkin, Cindy Munter, Mary Caroline Powers and Jaime Williams.

"Once again, we are honoring an outstanding group of women who are working to make a difference in our community," said Publisher Chad Beatty.

In previous years, the Women of Influence awards contest was limited to five recipients. But thanks to the overwhelming response from you, our readers, in supporting these inspirational women, a tie between two contestants could not be broken.

Please join us in celebrating these six women for their terrific accomplishments and noteworthy success.

To reserve your seat or table, call Kristen at Longfellows as soon as possible. The luncheon costs $25 per person or $200 for a table of ten.

Longfellows Restaurant is located at 500 Union Avenue in Saratoga

Springs. The 2011 Women of Influence awards and luncheon is brought to you by Saratoga Publishing; Longfellows Hotel, Restaurant and Conference Center; Schrade's Posie Peddler; and The Adirondack Trust Company.

About our 2011 nominees: Michelle Larkin founded Rebuilding Together Saratoga County, a non-profit all volunteer organization that works year-round to repair damaged homes, keeping low-income, elderly, and disabled community members safe, warm and dry.

Sara Mannix is a pioneer in the internet marketing industry. As president and founder of Mannix Marketing, the number 12 Search Engine Optimization company in the world (TopSEOs.com), she has a proven record of professional excellence and innovation that spreads throughout the Capital Region and upstate New York.

Rabbi Linda Motzkin, co-rabbi at Temple Sinai in Saratoga Springs since 1986, is on her way to becoming one of the few female scribes in the world. She has authored several influential texts, serves part-time as the Jewish Chaplain at Skidmore College, and is an active member in a number of civic and religious organizations.

Cindy Munter is dedicated to bet-

tering the community. She is involved with Saratoga County Equal Opportunity Council's Latino Community Advocacy Program, Friends of Skidmore College Athletics, the Regional YMCA as a board member and volunteer, and St. Clement's Cultural Arts Program for which she is co-chair.

Mary Caroline Powers has positioned SUNY Empire State College as an innovator in online education and independent study for adults.

Through her leadership efforts and dedication to improving the accessibility of quality education, particularly for underserved populations, SUNY ESC has reached more than 50 countries.

Jaime Williams, Franklin Community Center director, is quietly making a difference in the lives of our neighbors each and every day.

She works with children and families through Project Life, educates teen parents through the M.O.M. program, and makes sure individuals have a safe place to live at Franklin Community Manor.

Look for a special section dedicated to the record-breaking 2011 Women of Influence in the May 20 edition of Saratoga TODAY Newspaper.

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Local Company News

nfrastructure, tw telecom announce partnership MALTA - nfrastructure and tw telecom are partnering up to offer managed hosting and cloud computing solutions to enterprises in Tech Valley and across North America. The companies customize and integrate the industry's best technologies and deliver it as a service from a secure, state-of-the-art facility at New York State Energy Research and Development Authority's (NYSERDA) Saratoga Technology + Energy Park (STEP).

The partnership combines the technical expertise and scale of two industry leaders. nfrastructure specializes in the architecture, design, management and maintenance of servers, storage, networks and end-user IT infrastructure, while tw telecom focuses on facilities-based components of IT including network services and data centers supported by a nationwide fiber-optic network.

This collaboration is aimed at helping businesses increase their capacity for innovation by reducing IT infrastructure and operations resources through improved services, reliability, efficiency and security.

Peterson Law Firm opens SARATOGA SPRINGS - Local Attorney Scott M. Peterson recently announced the opening of Peterson

Law Firm. Peterson has several years of litigation experience at two Capital Region Law firms. He has been published in several local, statewide and national forums, and has been called upon by local and national media to provide commentary on pressing legal issues.

Peterson Law Firm will focus on providing representation to plaintiffs in employment/whistleblower and serious injury matters.

Peterson is a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, and recently moved back to Saratoga Springs with his family.

Marino D'Orazio, J.D., Ph.D., an attorney with over twenty years' experience representing plaintiffs in serious injury matters, will be counsel to the firm.

Roohan Realty announces new hire SARATOGA SPRINGS Roohan Realty is excited to welcome Stephanie Vogel, licensed associate broker, to its growing team. Stephanie has been a realtor for five years, most recently with Coldwell Banker Prime Properties of Queensbury, and specializes in second homes and lakefront properties in Saratoga, Warren, Washington, Hamilton and Essex counties. Stephanie can be reached at (518) 587-4500 or at svogel@roohanrealty.com.

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UPH completes stained glass installation Thursday, April 14 was a significant milestone for Universal Preservation Hall as the stained glass, lancet window restoration at the front of the historic building was completed. Most of the stained glass is original. The remainder was fabricated to be historically accurate to patterns and textures of the original glass pieces. The restoration and installation of the stained glass was completed by Charles Woodard of Chatham, NY. Teddy Foster, President of the Board of Universal Preservation Hall said, “We are thrilled to see these focal points of the Hall’s facade restored to their original beauty, and we are truly grateful for the financial support of a very special donor and the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.”

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Historic preservation continued from Page 1 Following State Supreme Court Justice Thomas D. Nolan's ruling Monday, April 11 that placed a nodemolition injunction on the house without Design Review Commission (DRC) consent (a victory for SSPF), the city department of public safety is seeking legal counsel on "a 382 article" that could potentially override the decision on account of threats to public safety.

Nolan's ruling reinforced a prior city determination that owner Joseph Boff was not legally permitted to raze the house without completing the DRC process. The Foundation brought the case before Judge Jeffrey D. Wait in October 2010, after Commissioner of Public Safety Richard Wirth ordered the structure torn down.

"Following a fire at 2 Franklin Square (the building North of 66 Franklin) earlier this year, my boss, Richard Wirth, told me to take action against the owner of 66 Franklin St. and seek an order to demolish the structure," said Fire Chief Dan Cogan in a written letter sent to Judge Wait before the city trial.

"The department of public safety is not bound by any action, opinion or decision of the Land Use Boards.

According to the City's Zoning Law, the action taken by DPS in matters of unsafe structures does not need DRC approval," Cogan continued.

Despite the department's plea that threats to public safety supersede those to historic preservation, Wait overturned the City Code Enforcement Officer's September 2010 demolition order pending completion of the DRC process, as conferred in Supreme Court.

"This decision of the court affirms the role of the DRC in protecting our City's history buildings," SSPF executive director Samantha Bosshart said in a written release. "The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation applauds the decision and believes it accurately portrays the process set out in the City's ordinance and New York

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State Law." The release, which followed the recent Supreme Court injunction, claims the building has since been stabilized and is currently not in danger of collapse, nor is it a threat to the public health, safety and welfare.

However, some might argue that it is a matter of opinion - and maybe even depends on what part of the house you are observing.

Kyle York, who lives around the corner in a condo overlooking the backside of 66 Franklin, has a birdseye view of the structure. He said he's witness countless break-ins, illegal activities, including an incident as recent as April 15 when Boff's workers, sent to stabilize the building, discovered a vagrant living upstairs.

"All it would take is one cigarette or candle and the whole thing will go up in flames," York said.

"You can say it will be a sad loss to the city's heritage, but that doesn't overrule the fact that it's a fire trap," York said. "The cultural impact on tearing it down is the neighborhood will not burn."

According to Samantha Bosshart, Mr. Boff is required by law to maintain his building to New York State Property maintenance standards if he chooses not to go through the DRC process.

"He's required to have the building remain secure, and if it is secure then there should be no threat of fire," she explained.

However, the department of public safety sees things differently and that may be all that matters: Commissioner Wirth submitted the 382 inquiry to the city attorney, and, if the determination follows suit, his department will have the right to exercise its authority on behalf of the city, thereby permitting demolition in the best interest of the public.

"I respect the judge's ruling, but at the same time I have to respect all individual responses and statements regarding safety for our city," Wirth said. "As commissioner of public safety, I am responsible for the protection of city residents and their property from crime, fire hazard and national disasters."

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From farmland to “forever wild” -Searching for parkland in the Town of Ballston

by Daniel Schechtman Saratoga TODAY BALLSTON – Thanks to a generous donation bequeathed to the Town of Ballston upon longtime resident Frank Schdznik’s passing, the town is in a position to purchase new parkland for its residents. But questions about this new parkland – such as where funds for the park’s upkeep and maintenance will come from, the kind of use allowed for on the land and where the park will actually be located – still remain.

Schdznik, former owner of Anchor Glass, designated an estimated $800,000 in his will to the Town of Ballston for the creation and purchase of a local park, indicating that the land be kept “forever wild, except for improvements consistent with recreational purposes dedicated to public use.” If the money is not used to create a park, then the will stipulates that it should instead be used to create a scholarship fund.

“I’m told that [Schdznik] loved nature and loved the environment and wanted to give something back

to the town,” said Ballston Town Supervisor Patti Southworth. “He just wanted to give us a place where we could go back and enjoy nature like he did.”

Three parcels of farmland are currently being considered by the town board as likely prospects for the park’s location, including 40 to 100 acres of the Lang Farm off of Middleline Rd.; 60 plus acres of the Clark Farm along Scotch Bush Rd., next to Jenkins Park; and up to 107 acres of land from the Palmer Farm located near Charlton Rd. The board members are scheduled to visit these sites April 30 to assess each location’s feasibility.

Property costs range anywhere from an estimated $6,000 an acre to $8,000 an acre.

“One of my main questions as the chief financial officer is – I would love to see a park, but my question always is: how do we pay for it?” said Southworth. “You have to understand that we’re a small town.

We do not currently have a town tax or a highway tax. So how we fund different projects in the town is very

important. We still need to be sure that we fund all of those essential services – the services we’re mandated to provide.” She added, “The biggest question from the public in terms of taxes is how much is it going to cost to maintain this park?”

The answer, at this point, remains unclear.

Part of the uncertainty stems from the dollar figure of the initial donation itself. With the final financial statements yet to be seen by the judge, the $800,000 is merely an estimate from the town’s attorney, and in no way set in stone.

“The other piece of the puzzle is we need to get some kind of clarity on the ‘forever wild’ clause. The question is, does it have to be forever wild where we can’t go in and touch anything, or can we put a trail in?” said Southworth.

All of these answers will drastically affect the kind of financial commitment the town will need to make in order to create and maintain a parkland.

“It’s a great thing to have a park, but if you can’t afford to keep it and

maintain it so the public can use it safely, then you didn’t really do the public a service after all,” said Southworth.

While challenges remain, the Town of Ballston is moving forward, trying to gather the necessary data in a timely fashion before they make any decisions.

Currently, a petition for a referendum is also being circulated around the town, asking that residents and voters be given the chance to vote yes or no on the park’s creation.

While financing remains a concern as the town moves forward, many see this project as a positive improvement for the town of Ballston.

“Anytime you can get families together to do different things, it only helps the situation,” said Mike Laudicina, the Ballston Area Community Center’s Teen Program Coordinator. “There are just not enough places for families to spend time together or get some good exercise.”

“If we put trails in, it could be a nice parcel for families to get out there and get a little activity,” added Southworth. “I would hope that it would eventually be utilized by our residents, and hopefully we would be a healthier community because of it.”

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RELIGION

Places of Worship

Please contact Robin Mitchell for any copy changes: (518) 581-2480x 208 rmitchell@ saratogapublishing.com 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.

Bacon Hill Reformed Church 560 Route 32N Bacon Hill, NY Office phone: 695-3074 Rev. Janet Vincent Worship service 10 a.m.

Sunday School 10 a.m.

All are welcome.

Baha’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.

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.

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Friday, April 22, 2011 First Presbyterian Church of Ballston Spa 22 West High Street Ballston Spa, NY Contact: 885-5583 Services: Sunday at 10:00 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.

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 Contact: 587-0711.

Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

New Life Fellowship 51 Old Gick Road, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Contact: 518-580-1810; http://www.newlifeinsaratoga.or g.

Services: Sunday 10:30am 12:00pm Childcare is available at all services.

NorthStar Church Shenendehowa High School, West Auditorium, Clifton Park Contact: 371-2811; www.northstarchurch.com.

Services: Sunday: 10 a.m.

Old Saratoga Reformed Church 48 Pearl St., Schuylerville Contact: www.oldsaratogareformedchurch.org Services: Sunday at 10:30am.

Handicapped accessable.

Old Stone Church 159 Stone Church Road Ballston Spa, NY Contact: 518-583-1002 Adult Sunday School 9:00 am Service at 10:30 am Good Friday April 22, 2011 the church is opened from noon – 3:00 pm for quiet reflection and prayer.

Easter Sunday April 24, 2011 Sunrise Service will be at 7:30 am with breakfast to follow the service.

PresbyterianNE Congregational Church 24 Circular St., Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-6091; www.pnecc.org Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.

Quaker Springs United Methodist Church Pastor Jim Knapp 466 Route 32 South, Quaker Springs

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Contact: 695-3101; www.qsumc.com Services: Sundays 9 a.m.

Handicapped accessible.

River of Hope Fellowship 100 Saratoga Village Blvd.

Malta Commons, Suite 3 Malta, NY 12020 Contact: 881-1505; www.riverofhope fellowship.com Services: Sunday 10:00 a.m.

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.

St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church 231 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-6122.

Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8, 9:30, 11:15 a.m. and 5 p.m.

St. George's Episcopal Church 912 Route 146, Clifton Park Contact: 371-6351; stgeorge@csdsl.net Services: Saturday at 4:30pm, Sunday at 8 & 9:30am St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church 3159 Route 9N, Greenfield Center Contact: (518) 893-7680; sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com; www.rcda.org/churches/ St.JosephsChurch Services: Saturday 4:00 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Handicapped accessible.

St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church 771 Route 29, Rock City Falls Contact: (518) 893-7680; sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com; www.rcda.org/churches/ St.JosephsChurch Services: Sunday Mass 8:30 a.m.

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 149 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-0904.

Services: Saturday evening

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Friday, April 22, 2011

St. Peter Lutheran Church 2776 Route 9, Malta Contact: 583-4153 Services: Sunday mornings 8:30 and 10:30.

St. Thomas of Canterbury 242 Grooms Road, Halfmoon Contact: st-thomas-ofcanterbury.org Service: Sunday at 10am Saratoga Abundant Life Church 2325 Route 50 South, Saratoga Springs Contact: 885-5456; www.saratogaabundantlife.org Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

Saratoga Chabad 130 Circular St., Saratoga Springs Contact: 526-0773; saratora@aol.com www.saratogachabad.com Saratoga Friends Meeting (Quaker) Corner of Routes 32 and 71, Quaker Springs Contact: 587-7477; 399-5013.

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

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.

Shenendehowa United Methodist 971 Route 146, Clifton Park Contact: 371-7964.

Services: Sunday 7:45, 9 and 10:45 a.m.; Acts II Contempory 10:45 a.m.

Simpson United Methodist Church Rock City Road, Rock City Falls Contact: 885-4794.

Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.

Soul Saving Station for Every Nation Christ Crusaders of America 62 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-3122 Services: Sunday 10am & 6:30 pm Temple Sinai 509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-8730.

Services: Friday 8 p.m.

Handicapped accessible 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 Religious education and nursery care at the 10 am service each Sunday 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.

Easter Sunday

at 5 p.m. with Holy Communion. Sundays at 8:30 and 11 a.m. with Holy Communion.

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BOCES student, volunteer firefighter receives county community service award SARATOGA SPRINGS - Robert Straight, an auto technology student at the BOCES F. Donald Myers Education Center in Saratoga Springs won the Saratoga County School Board Association Community Service Award.

The Galway Central School senior earned the distinction by demonstrating hard work and leadership in both the auto technology program and as a member of the Galway Fire Department. Robert began serving the Galway community in 2009, and has been active in fundraising efforts. He received the "2010 Rookie of the Year" and "2010 Top 10 Responder."

"Robert is a positive leader who really makes a difference in our community," said Holly MacArthur, guidance coordinator at the Myers Education Center. "We are very confident that he will be successful, and wish him the best of luck in the future."

District names middle school prinicpal SCHUYLERVILLE - Schuylerville Central School Board of Education recently announced that Mary Kate Elsworth has been named 6-8 middle school principal, beginning July 1, 2012. Elsworth is the district's current 7-12 assistant principal.

The announcement indicates that Schuylerville is moving forward on its plans to form a middle school with sixth through eighth grade as a separate entity from the elementary and high school. Elsworth is serving as the chairperson of the middle school development task force, a team of teachers and administrators working to design a plan for reconfiguring the current grade plan by the 2012-2013 school year.

Schuylerville currently operates with an elementary school, housing kindergarten through sixth grade, and a junior-senior high school where seventh and eighth graders learn in a separate wing but share hallways with freshmen through senior-age students.

"The Board of Education is committed to forming a middle school that meets the needs of all students in grades 6, 7, and 8. Katie is a natural leader who has earned the respect of students, parents, administrators, and the Board. She is a tireless worker, who brings an extensive background in curriculum development, planning, and middle school best practices.

The middle school will be in great hands," said Board of Education President Mike Booth in a statement posted on the district website.

Elsworth joined Schuylerville as an assistant principal in 2005; she was previously an assistant principal and teacher in the Shenendehowa Central School District. For more information, visit schuylervilleschools.org.

- by Yael Goldman

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Saratoga Springs is TEC-SMART High School joins Ballston Spa in "Clean Technologies and Sustainable Industries" program

by Yael Goldman Saratoga TODAY MALTA - Two area districts are teaming up to provide cutting-edge educational opportunities for their high school students.

Starting next fall, Ballston Spa's "Clean Technologies and Sustainable Industries" program will be open to Saratoga Springs High School juniors. The program, which prepares students for 21st century industry and careers, is offered through Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) at the Training and Education Center for Semiconductor Manufacturing and Alternative and Renewable Technologies (TEC-SMART) located in Malta.

Launched in January 2011 exclusively for Ballston Spa high-schoolers, the "Clean Technologies and Sustainable Industries" program prepares students for their postgraduation education and/or careers, and offers a jump start on an associate degree through HVCC. This high-tech curriculum now provides both Ballston Spa and Saratoga Springs students the opportunity to earn 20 college credits. Together, they will attend halfday sessions at the TEC-SMART facility, sharing their classrooms with HVCC students, and gain real world experience through internships with industry partners.

According to Janice White, Ed.D., Saratoga Springs superindendent, this partnership ensures students are "engaged in a learning approach that will prepare them to contribute to the 21st Century society and the global workforce."

The program is designed to engage students in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) materials related to energy, covering topics like sustainable design, nanotechnology, nanoeconomics, renewable energy public policy, Wind Power, 2D AutoCAD, legal and ethical environment of business, and photovoltaic systems theory and design. Students work with high school teachers and HVCC instructors.

Technology education is moving in a different direction and is no longer limited to the more traditional wood and metal shop courses available ten years ago, Saratoga Springs High School Principal Brett Miller explained.

"Clean Technologies and Sustainable Industries" is a unique addition to STEM education in Saratoga Springs, which already includes programs like Project Lead the Way, a pre-engineering program linked to Rochester Institute of Technology.

Not only are students exposed to industry-specific collegiate concepts through partnerships like these, but they are better prepared to take their next step after graduation,

whatever it may be.

"It makes students more marketable in the industry," Miller said.

Saratoga Springs students are already expressing interest in the program; however, no more than 12 students will be enrolled for the "pilot year." As the industry continues to evolve and grow, so will the "Clean Technologies and Sustainable Industries" program.

"As more high school students become interested in the high-technology careers that will dominate the 21st Century industry landscape, TEC-SMART will provide them the initial educational experience and college credits that will be vital to the decisions they make about their futures," said Andrew Matonak, president of Hudson Valley Community College.

This new model, which Ballston Spa Superintendent Joseph P. Dragone, Ph.D. said emphasizes the importance of collaboration, is welcoming Saratoga Springs students less than a year after its inception which must be a good sign of developments to come.

"We are proud to welcome Saratoga Springs CSD as a new partner in this innovative program," Dr. Dragone said.

For additional information, visit the respective school district's website at www.bscsd.org or www.saratogaschools.org.

King's School to host open house, kindergarten round up!

The King's School, a private Christian school in Hadley, is hosting an Open House event on Thursday, April 28. Parents and prospective students will have the opportunity to tour the school during two different showings: the first is during the regular school day from 10 am to 2 pm, and the second will be held in the evening starting at 7 pm.

A Kindergarten Round up will also take place on April 28 for parents interested in what King's School has to offer young students.

For more information about King's School (located at 6087 State Route 9N, Hadley, NY 12835) or the April 28 Open House, call (518) 654-6230 or visit www.kingsschool.info.

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Summer Camp Directory This Week’s Spotlight Saratoga Children’s Theatre For kids who have a passion for performing arts, Saratoga Children’s Theater summer camp is a dream come true.

Saratoga Children’s Theater offers performance camps, which means each camper, will be working on a full-fledged production throughout their session. Campers will learn all aspects of performance, and will have the opportunity to perform in two shows at the end of camp: a matinee and an evening show both are open to the public. Campers will perform on stage at St. Peters’ Auditorium, Saratoga Springs.

Camp hours are 9am-3pm.

Performance camp is divided into Two Age Groups.

Ages 6-9 will participate in one week camps. These camps will include Disney’s Sleeping Beauty kids; Cinderella Kids, Aristocats Kids, 101 Dalmatians kids and Lemonade. These camps will be directed by Megan

O’Sullivan, a local elementary school music teacher and assisted

by Karey Trimmings also a local elementary school music teacher.

Ages 10-18 will participate in two-week camps. Each camp will practice and perform a different show. These camps include Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr., Cinderella Jr., Fiddler on the Roof Jr., and Once on this Island Jr. These camps will be directed by Michael Lotano, local actor and elementary school music teacher and choreographed by Sarah Sutliff.

Saratoga Children’s Theater also offers a one-week camp at the end of the summer “Master your Audition.” This camp will help your child get ready for fall and winter auditions. These audition workshops have been very popular and sell out quickly.

Any child at any skill level with an interest in performing arts is welcome to join in on the fun.

Saratoga Children’s Theater Executive Director, Meg Kelly, aims to give each camper the most rewarding and enjoyable camp experience and every camper will

get to perform. At Saratoga Children’s Theatre we hire professionals to help your child gain the most from their summer camp experience.

The cost for a two-week ses-

sion is $450 and $250 for the one-week session.

For more information, visit saratogachildrenstheater.org or call (518) 580-1782.

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Anne’s corner

Happy 4th Birthday Princess Nadine

LOVE, Mommy, Your King & Queen Uncle James, Aunt Beth Tom, Doug & Sophie

Impressions celebrates the Humane Society’s “Be Kind to Animals Week” April 30 to May 8, 2011

Impressions of Saratoga a n d Dawgdom will be holding their 7th Annual Pet Appreciation Week from April 30 to May 8 as a part of the H u m a n e Society’s Be Kind to Animals Week. This year the event will benefit Domestic Violence and their Safe Pet Partnership, H.O.P.E., The Saratoga County Animal Shelter, Old Friends at Cabin Creek, Waggin’ Tails and several other animal charities.

Check the website for the calendar of events at www.impressionssaratoga.com.

Events and Activities Include: • Coloring contest – runs from now until April 27 – judges will

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Tooth fairy club

Take a look at this week’s new club members

pick winners/runners-up at that time. Winners to be announced on April 30; drawings will be displayed until May 8.

• Count the Biscuits contest • Pet treat sampling • H.O.P.E Walk for the Animals • Gaffney’s dog-friendly photo • Heather Bohm-Tallman photo booth • Pet adoptions • Waggin’ Tails Pet Rescue – nail clipping clinic • Donation rewards

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Ava P.

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Ballston Spa Lions Club Charter Member remembered On April 11, 2011 members of the Ballston Lions Club attended the Sight Society of Northeastern New York, Inc, Lions Eye Bank at Albany 59th Annual Membership Meeting to present a check in memory of Lion Joe Austin.

On March 10, 2011 Lion Joe Austin passed away at the age of 97.

In 1949, Lion Joe Austin was a charter member of the Ballston Spa Lions Club. In 1952 he was a Founding Member of the Sight Conservation Society and Lions Eye Bank at Albany. Throughout his life his commitment and contribution to Lionism and his community are displayed in many associations with local and regional community organizations.

The tooth fairy club is sponsored by:

659 Saratoga Rd. Gansevoort, NY 12831 (518) 226-6010 Send all of your LOCAL hometown people news to: SARATOGA TODAY • 5 Case Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 *Att. Anne or call: 581-2480 • Or email to: aproulx@ saratogapublishing.com.

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Words to know: pestilent, adj., extremely destructive or harmful.

Sudoku

PUZZLES PUZZLES PUZZLES

19 If you knew that your child would grow up to be just like you, what would you change about yourself?

Crossword

See puzzle solution on page 28

Scrabblegram

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ACROSS 1 Victims of a storied loser 6 Dough dispensers 10 Björn Ulvaeus’s group 14 Humiliate 15 Takeout choice 16 Procrastinator’s word 17 Mall map phrase 19 “King __” 20 Forcibly expel 21 Like all kidding?

22 Nova Scotia hrs.

25 Ken, for one 26 Key with all white notes 27 Unlike decaf, facetiously 29 Making into cubes 31 Tempt 32 Jolly Roger sidekick 33 Pampering place 36 “The Chosen” author 37 Not here 38 See 38-Down 39 GWB, for one 40 Net addition?

41 Type of cleansing acid 42 Galley tool 43 Trapper’s quest 44 Where the House of Grimaldi reigns 45 Northwest Passage ocean 47 Old Russian council 48 Oversee a museum 50 Subtle taste 52 Jerry Rice’s 208 is an NFL record 53 They beg to differ 54 Shoe annoyance 56 Muckraker Jacob 57 Hirschfeld drawing 61 One may be assumed 62 All-inclusive 63 Very unpopular 64 Tonsil drs.

65 Horse halter 66 Like non-oyster months, traditionally DOWN 1 Enunciate

Top Video Rentals 1. Hereafter 2. Country Song 3. The Tourist 4. Due Date 5. Love & Other Drugs

Raising Hector

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2 “The Wire” network 3 Rivière contents 4 Rebekah’s firstborn 5 Convicts’ level on a prison ship?

6 Playwright Fugard 7 Deceptive swap that literally resulted in 5-, 11-, 24- and 41-Down 8 Shopping place 9 “Sprechen __ Deutsch?”

10 Invites across the threshold 11 Narrow passage where catcalls are heard?

12 Aptly named auto body adhesive 13 Management target 18 Diminish slowly 21 Grenoble gal pal 22 Syria’s most populous city 23 Title for Salma Hayek 24 Creative user of worn-out clothes?

26 __-deucy 28 Creator, in Caracas

Broom Hilda 6. Tron: Legacy 7. Tangled 8. 127 Hours 9. The Fighter 10. How Do You Know

Animal Crackers

30 Big-screen format 34 Compared at the mall, say 35 Fancy accessories 37 “__ Ask of You”: “Phantom” duet 38 With 38-Across, large pol. arenas 40 Big celebration 41 Evict a “Wizard of Oz” actor?

43 Cuts for agts.

44 “Hardball” network 46 Picks up 48 __ diem 49 North, once 51 Balearic island 54 It’s taken on some hikes 55 Bibliography abbr.

57 Corvine sound 58 Salt Lake athlete 59 Court matter 60 Slate workers, for short

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events Friday April 22 Lenten supper The Knights of Columbus Hall, Pine Rd. and Rte. 29, Saratoga Springs Beginning at 4:30 pm, the menu includes broiled, baked or fried fish, with sides and desserts. Prices vary with selection. For more information, call (518) 584-8547.

Fish fry Union Fire Company, 319 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa From 11 am to 7 pm. Includes fries, coleslaw and beverage for $6. Placing large orders in advanced is appreciated and local deliveries for large orders are available. Call (518) 885-7121 or fax (518) 8853725. Part of the proceeds will benefit breast cancer.

Saturday April 23 Saratoga Farmers’ Market Division St. School Saratoga’s premier market, featuring meats, local produce, eggs, soaps, seasonal items and more.

From 9 am to 1 pm. For more infor-

mation, call (518) 638-8530.

sible by platform lift.

Great Schuylerville egg hunt

Mistrial: the Easter case

Held at the Schuylerville High School practice field, this is a notto-be-missed event. 4 years and under at 11 am, grades K to 2 at 11:15 and grades 3 to 6 at 11:30 am. For more information, call (518) 695-6069.

Eco-Day Saratoga National Historic Park, Rtes. 4 and 32, Stillwater Visit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve table at the Battlefield for children’s crafts, learn about our Carbon Footprint, and listen to nature songs from 11 am to 3 pm. For more information, call (518) 6649821, ext. 224

DanceFlurry, Saratoga contradance.

Contras, squares, and couples dances from 8 to 11 pm, with beginners lesson at 7:30. All dances taught, newcomers welcome. No need to bring your own partner. Wear sneakers or other soft-soled shoes only, please.

Adults $10, students $7, children under 15, $6. First Baptist Church, 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs. For more information, call (518) 885-4430 or www.danceflurry.org.

Sunday April 24 Easter Sunday service Old Saratoga Reformed Church, 48 Pearl St., Schuylerville Join us at 10:30 am for this uplifting service with the Chancel Choir singing. Fellowship hour follows the service. All are welcome and the sanctuary is wheelchair-acces-

Free Spirit Fellowship, 1424 W. High St., Ballston Spa An inspirational play that will be performed at 10:30 am. For more information, call (518) 885-3149.

Passover family fun day Saratoga Chabad, 130 Circular St., Saratoga Springs Join Joey D. for a family fun day from 10 am to noon. RSVP to Saratora@aol.com or (518) 526-0773.

Monday April 25 Art & the Creative Spirit Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. Come to this free public film with Lama Lhanang from 2 to 4 pm in the Community Room.

Adirondack Chapter of NSAI Harrisena Community Church, upper Ridge Road, Queensbury The Adirondack Chapter of the Nashville Songwriters Association International meeting will take place at 6:30 pm in Robinson Hall.

This meeting is a songwriter’s workshop open to any songwriters. For information, call Doug at (518) 409-3192 or e-mail to makinmusic13@hotmail.com. The Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) is the world’s largest not-for-profit songwriters’ trade organization. For more information, visit nashvillesongwriters.com.

Birth, Death & the Nature of Impermanence Skidmore College, Davis Auditorium, North Broadway This discussion from 6 to 8 pm is open to the public.

Skidmore Jazz Ensembles Arthur Zankel Music Center, Skidmore College, North Broadway This free event begins at 8 pm. For more information, call (518) 5805321 or go to www.skidmore.edu/Zankel.

Community bingo Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga.

An evening of fun for old and young, every Monday evening at 7 pm. Doors open at 4 pm. Refreshments will be available. (518) 5842585.

Tuesday April 26 Book sale Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. The Book Bag Shop will conduct a one-day 10 cent paperback sale from 10 am to 5 pm in the Com-

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Friday, April 22, 2011 munity Room. Items in the Book Bag Shop will be 20 percent off from 10 am to 8 pm. The Book Bag Shop is a project of the Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library. Funds raised are used to enhance library services.

Backyard birds Malta Branch Library, 1 Bayberry Dr. Malta At 10:30 am, learn how to identify and attract the birds in your yard.

Caregiver support group Evergreen Adult Day Services, 357 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa From 3 to 4 pm. This group is designed for caregivers, families and friends of people with dementia. For more information, please contact Trudi Cholewinski at (518) 691-1516.

Wednesday April 27 K of C bingo

The Knights of Columbus, Pine Road, Saratoga Community bingo each Wednesday at 7 pm. Doors open at 5 pm.

Refreshments will be available. Call (518) 584-8547 for more information.

Saratoga Builders Association mixer From 6 to 9 pm, enjoy an evening of networking, Fortunes buffet dinner, horseracing, cash bar and special guest Congressman Chris Gibson at the Saratoga Casino & Raceway. $40 for SBA members, $45 for non-members. To RSVP, please contact Barry Potoker, Executive Director at (518) 366-0946 or bpotoker@nycap.rr.com.

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RSVP, please contact Patricia Richards at (518) 786-7800 or email prichards@blairhouseinteriors.com.

Upcoming Indoor rummage and bake sale Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Ave. at Henning Rd. From 9 am to 4 pm on Friday, April 29 and Saturday, April 30 from 9 to 11 am. Pay what you want! All proceeds go to benefit mission programs sponsored by United Methodist Women & Church & Society. Call (518) 584-3720 to donate.

4-H Walkathon On Saturday, April 30, the walk will start and end at the Warming Hut on the Avenue of the Pines in Saratoga State Park. Registration will be from 9:30 to 10 am and the 5K walk will start at 10:15 am.

Walkers who have at least $50 in pledges will receive a commemorative t-shirt. The Walkathon is open to everyone. It is a great way to support the 4-H program in Saratoga County while enjoying a pleasant walk and having fun. For more information or to request a pledge form, please contact the 4H Office at (518) 885-8995. The walk will take place rain or shine, so come prepared for the weather.

NYS Reflexology Association conference Hampton Inn & Suites, High Rock Ave., Saratoga Springs, During the conference on April 30 and May 1, the vendor room will be open to the public between 8 am and 6 pm. Come browse the reflexology-related products, tools, books, natural healthcare products, body products, nutrition, jewelry, unique items, etc.

The Jewish Community Center of Saratoga Springs, 84 Weibel Avenue Doors open at 6 pm with the first game beginning at 7:15. The building is wheelchair accessible and has smoking and non-smoking sections. Refreshments for sale. For more information, call (518) 5842370.

Pasta and Puccini opera fundraiser

Support Juvenile diabetes

Book signing

Blairhouse, 272 Broadway at Park Place, Saratoga Springs For one evening, from 6 to 9 pm, the new design studio will be transformed into an art gallery.

Sip champagne, enjoy hors d'oeuvres and find that must-have piece of art, all while supporting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. 100 percent of the net proceeds will go directly to JDRF. To

Held at Saratoga National Golf Club, on Sunday, May 1 at 5 pm.

Tickets are $80 per person and may be reserved by visiting http://operasaratoga.org/events.p hp. For more information, please email to pastaandpuccini@nycap.rr.com.

Local author Lulu Maynard invites you to a book signing at Mama Mia's Restaurant, 185 Ballston Avenue (Price Chopper Plaza on Route 50), Saratoga Springs from noon to 3 pm Sunday, May 7. Purchase a copy of her new book, "Two Hearts Collide" (cash or checks only) and receive a free bookmark with every copy, in addition to home-made Italian pastries, coffee and tea.

Send your calendar items to Kim Beatty at kbeatty@saratogapublishing.com before 5 pm on Monday for Friday publication.

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local briefs Electronic recycling day On Saturday, April 30 at Caroline St. School in Saratoga Springs from 10 am to 2:30 pm, ERSI Recycling will take your electronics and safely recycle them for a donation of 35 cents per pound. Computers, monitors, TVs, printers, fax, scanners and other similar items accepted. See a full list of acceptable items at http://electronicrecyclingscrapinginc.com/n-y-s-manufacturers-takeback-program-compliant-and-noncompliant-list-of-items. Hard drive erasure and shredding is optional at $7 per hard drive.

Non-covered/non-compliant electronic items like cell phones, telephone hardware, microwaves and much more accepted for a fee of 35 cents/lb. Please, no air-conditioners or large appliances! For questions, please contact Kristen Corcoran at (518) 312-8962.

After The Fire Our monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 26 at 7 pm at Eagle Matt Lee Fire House on Washington St. in Ballston Spa. New members are always needed, and anyone interested in learning how you can help your neighbors in need is welcome to attend. After The Fire is a non-profit organization that helps Saratoga County residents who have suffered a loss due to fire. The organization exists totally on donations and is comprised entirely of volunteers.

Families are provided with gift cards, clothing, personal care items, Red Cross referral, informational material, and emotional support - whatever is needed to help them through an extremely emotional situation. For more information, you may leave a message at (518) 435-4571 or visit www.afterthefire.org .

Choral Festival seeks singers The Saratoga Choral Festival seeks experienced choral singers with good sight-reading and vocal abilities for its eleventh season. Singers will meet for rehearsals over a three-week period in Saratoga Springs beginning Tuesday, July 5, and will present the moving Bloch Sacred Service for chorus and organ and The Golden Door, a work for chorus and orchestra

by Ron Perera at the Spa Little Theater on Sunday, July 24, at 3 pm.

For further information or registration, the Festival website address is www.saratogachoralfest.org. One may also register through the email address satbchoir @yahoo.com.

Registration phone number is (518) 791-0185. Registration deadline is

June 1.

Nature Preserve Passport Program In an effort to encourage families to explore the public nature preserves throughout the county, P.L.A.N. is providing pocket-sized passports to children throughout the county. The Preserve Passports include descriptions, driving directions, and an area for children to stamp as they visit each preserve. The stamps are located at each preserve in hidden “letterboxes” and can be located by following posted clues at each preserve. Once a child completes 5 out of 8 stamps, they will receive a Saratoga P.L.A.N. T-shirt in recognition of their accomplishment. Following the clues is like a treasure hunt; passport seekers will need to be keen observers of nature to find the letterboxes. Clues for each site can be downloaded from Saratoga P.L.A.N.’s website: www.saratogaplan.org.

Saratoga P.L.A.N.’s eight public nature preserves include: Ballston Creek Preserve, 409 East Line Road in Ballston, Bog Meadow Trail, Route 29 in Saratoga Springs, Kayaderosseras Creek Preserve, West Milton Road in Milton, Lake Lonely Trail, 458 Union Avenue in Saratoga Springs, Levine Preserve, Centerline Road in Providence, Dr. Orra Phelps Preserve, Parkhurst Road in Wilton, Tanner Road (Woodcock) Preserve, Tanner Road in Clifton Park and Galway Preserve, 2519 Crane Road in Galway.

Call for vendors The Schenectady, Schoharie and Saratoga County SPCA is looking for animal loving musicians, artists and craftspeople to exhibit at its 2nd Annual Wags and Whiskers Family Fun Fair. This year’s event is being held along the banks of the Mohawk River on the beautiful grounds of the Mabee Farm Historic Site on Route 5S in Rotterdam Junction on July 9 from 11 am to 4 pm. The SPCA is also seeking corporate sponsors, contributors and committee members. To apply, please call the SPCA at (518) 640-3537 or email at development@ countyspca.org.

Volunteer Meeting at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park On Wednesday, May 4 at 7 pm there will be a volunteer meeting at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park at the Park Office, 80 Scout Road in Gansevoort. Opportunities are many and varied. You may choose to work in school classrooms or lead lessons and nature walks at the Park. Some volunteers help with trail building and maintenance or help with science

Send your local briefs to Kim Beatty at kbeatty@ saratogapublishing.com before Monday at 5 pm for Friday publication

research involving the ecological resources of the Preserve & Park.

New volunteers are always welcome.

For more information about volunteering, please contact the Park Office at (518) 450-0321 or email mbolson@wiltonpreserve.org.

The Waldorf School early childhood open house On Saturday, April 30 from 10 am to noon, you are invited to our open house at both 212 Lake Ave. and 45 Kaydeross West, Saratoga Springs.

Meet faculty and parents and learn about our programs for children, infant through 6 years. For more information, please call Anne Maguire at (518) 587-2224 or admissions@waldorfsaratoga.org.

Call for vendors The Malta Department of Parks and Recreation and Human Services has announced the date for the Malta Community Center Crafty Shopper’s Marketplace which will be on Saturday, August 6 from 10 am to 3 pm. Vendors of manufactured and handcrafted merchandise are invited to apply for a space at this indoor/outdoor market at the Malta Community Center on 1 Bayberry Dr. in Malta.

Booth fees are $50 for an inside space or $40 for an outside space. Call the Malta Community Center at (518) 899-4411 for an application or more information.

Recreation Programs Malta Recreation Center 1 Bayberry Dr. Malta For information on all programs, please call the Community Center at (518) 899-4411 or visit www.maltatown.org. Register for the following

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programs through USSI at www.ussportsinstitute.com or by calling 1866-345-BALL. USSI Tennis summer camp. The camp will run from Monday, August 22 through Friday, August 26. Camp will meet weekdays from 9 to 10:30 am for 6 to 10-year-olds and 10:30 am to noon for 11 to 14-year-olds at the Malta Community Park. The cost is $119 per child. Suited for players who are of beginner to intermediate level, the USSI tennis camp will teach children basic fundamentals in stroke production, court movement and basic footwork skills.

Summer lacrosse camp offered through the Town of Malta and US Sports Institute. The camp will run from Monday, August 22 through Friday, August 26. Camp will meet weekdays from 1 to 2:30 pm at the Malta Community Park. The cost is $109 per child. Suited to players who are at entry level with no previous experience, the USSI lacrosse camp will teach children basic fundamentals in stick handling, passing, scooping, dodging, and shooting.

Summer Sports Squirts Camp.

The camp will run from Monday, August 22 through Friday, August 26.

Camp will meet weekdays from 4 to 5 pm. The cost is $79 per week per child. This is a great way to introduce children ages 3 to 5 to a variety of sports such as Soccer, T-Ball, Hockey and Basketball. The camp is held at the Malta Community Center and takes place in a safe, structured environment. Sports are played through a series of games and activities designed to ensure learning and most importantly fun, fun, fun!

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Saratoga High School Lend-a-Hand Program

Mission Lend-a-Hand offers prom-associated assistance to high school students in our school district with limited financial resources.

How to Help Prom is a highlight of the high school years. For some, the cost of the ticket and the attire are prohibitive. The donation of clean, gently used prom attire or a monetary donation is so appreciated and will make a difference to a student.

Contact Donations of gently used prom dresses or tuxedos can be dropped off at Treasure’s Thrift shop, located at 60 West Ave. Financial donations to the Lend-a-Hand program can be made payable to SSHS PTSO, and sent to SSHS PTSO, 3 Blue Streak Blvd., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Questions can be directed to the Lend-a-Hand Coordinator, Peggy Connolly, at (518) 577-8256.

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upcoming town meetings Town of Ballston: Ballston Town Hall 323 Charlton Road 885-8502 www.townofballstonny.org 4/27: Planning Board agenda meeting, 7 pm 4/27: Planning Board regular meeting, 7:30 pm Village of Ballston Spa: 66 Front Street 885-5711 www.ballstonspany.org 4/25: Board of Trustees meeting, 7:30 pm 4/27: Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, 7:30 pm Town of Greenfield: 7 Wilton Road 893-7432 www.townofgreenfield.com 4/26: Planning Board meeting, 7 pm Town of Malta: 2540 Route 9 899-2818 www.malta-town.org 4/25: Town Board workshop, 6:30 pm Town of Milton: 503 Geyser Road 885-9220 www.townofmiltonny.org 4/28: Zoning Board meeting, 7 pm City of Saratoga Springs: 474 Broadway 587-3550 www.saratoga-springs.org 4/25: Planning Board workshop, 5 pm 4/25: Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, 7 pm 4/26: Design Review Commission workshop, 5 pm 4/27: Planning Board meeting, 7 pm Town of Saratoga: 12 Spring Street, Schuylerville 695-3644 www.townofsaratoga.com 4/25: Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, 7 pm 4/27: Planning Board meeting, 7:30 pm Village of Schuylerville: 35 Spring Street 695-3881 www.villageofschuylerville.org 4/18: Planning Board meeting, 6:30 pm Town of Stillwater: 66 East St., Riverside Mechanicville, NY 12118 www.stillwaterny.org 4/25: Zoning Board meeting, 7 pm Town of Wilton: 22 Traver Road 587-1939 www.townofwilton.com 4/20: Planning Board meeting, 6:30 pm 4/28: Zoning Board meeting, 7 pm Saratoga County Board of Supervisors 40 McMaster St., # 1 Ballston Spa, NY 12020-1985 (518) 885-2240 www.saratogacountyny.gov 4/27: (Sewer District # 1) Sewer Commission meeting, 3 pm 4/29: Board of Supervisors Water Authority meeting, 2 pm

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Photo by Vik Muniz

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“View Down onto Irma’s Portrait on the Floor,” from the movie “Waste Land,” Photo by Todd Rosenberg featuring Vik Muniz and directed by Lar Lubovitch Dance Company Lucy Walker

“Triple Play”—Joel Brown, Chris Brubeck, and Peter Madcat Ruth—will perform with jazz legend Dave Brubeck (Chris’s father, at left) at SaratogaArtsFest.

Creative new programming for fifth SaratogaArtsFest this June SARATOGA SPRINGS - The fifth annual SaratogaArtsFest is coming to town June 9 through 12, bringing its usual diverse, packed schedule of events and activities. The city-wide celebration will once again offer programs spanning music, dance, visual art, film, theatre and literary art at venues throughout Saratoga Springs. The full festival schedule and program details are available at www.SaratogaArtsFest.org.

A small sampling of the many highlighted artists include jazz icon Dave Brubeck, performing with his son Chris’ group Triple Play; the renowned Lar Lubovitch Dance Company; pianist and sought-after jazz sideman Warren Bernhardt; Noel Paul Stookey of the famed folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary; filmmaker Lucy Walker; visual artist John Van Alstine; fiction writer A.M. Homes; the popular improvisation troupe Mop and Bucket Company; and members of the New York City Ballet, who will perform a special tribute to Saratoga Springs. These performances will take place alongside dozens of other events and activities, many of them featuring local artists, to create a program for a wide range of audiences and age groups.

Forty-one arts organizations from the area will participate in SaratogaArtsFest 2011.

“SaratogaArtsFest is a celebration of local talent. From our schools to our businesses to our arts organizations, Saratoga Springs is known for excellence and diversity in the arts,” said Mary Ellen O’Loughlin, executive director of SaratogaArtsFest. “The festival showcases all that is available here, many artists who have national and international recognition.”

The ARTSPASS, the festival admission package available for adults and seniors, provides access to the four-day roster of events throughout SaratogaArtsFest as well as discounts and perks at area shops and eateries during the festival.

All Admission Packages can be purchased online at www.SaratogaArtsFest.org. The adult ARTSPASS can also be purchased at the Skidmore College Bookstore and three downtown locations - Impressions on Broadway, Mimosa Gallery on Beekman Street and Saratoga Beads on Henry Street. Prices are adults/seniors $35, students $20, military $15, and children ages 5 to 17 $5. Children under age 5 are admitted free.

The mission of SaratogaArtsFest is to promote Saratoga Springs as a premier arts destination. SaratogaArtsFest showcases local arts organizations through programming of local, national and international emerging and established artists. The festival is made possible by a collaborative alliance of community partners committed to increasing appreciation and enjoyment of the arts, expanding audience and strengthening year-round cultural tourism in the Saratoga region.

Photo by Stefan Cohen

Photo by Philip Scalia

Above: Carnegie Hall’s Ensemble ACJW Below Right: Warren Bernhardt Photo Provided

Above: The “Kids Do Art” program will offer hands-on activities for kids. Right: “Bringing the Arts Home” will include a performance of “Garbage Boy,” a one-man play by Christopher Millis that draws upon his experiences in Saratoga Springs.

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Special Features For 2011 In addition to bringing back many favorite activities and events of past years, SaratogaArtsFest 2011 will offer some fresh approaches designed to bring the arts together in new and creative ways.

• More Film - SaratogaArtsFest will offer an expanded roster of film screenings, in collaboration with the Saratoga Film Forum, Saratoga Arts, and Skidmore College’s Tang Museum. The wide-ranging subjects include skateboarding (a rough cut of the film Virgin Blacktop), the artwork created by “pickers” at the world’s largest garbage dump outside Rio de Janeiro (Waste Land), opulent African bottle-top art (Fold Crumple Crush: The Art of El Anatsui) and the birthplace of the blues (Delta Rising).

• Kids Do Art - An array of hands-on art activities will be available for children on Sunday afternoon, June 12, at Universal Preservation Hall.

The three-hour open house will include art stations for drawing, jewelry making, clay sculpture, paper maché, crafts and more. Music, drama, magic and puppet shows will also be on hand to round out the artistic experience.

• Bringing the Arts Home - To celebrate the rich history of artistic expression in Saratoga Springs, the festival will feature artists whose work has been shaped by Saratoga experiences: - Cellist Ashley Bathgate, who graduated from Saratoga Springs High School in 2000, will bring her TwoSense ensemble to share rock ‘n roll music and cutting-edge contemporary works with the high school’s Chamber Orchestra.

- In the theatrical production of Garbage Boy, playwright Christopher Millis touches on themes he experienced as a youth in Saratoga and as an artist at Yaddo.

- The Enormous Room, a newly commissioned work choreographed by New York City Ballet dancer Justin Peck, draws on the rich history of the city and its longtime commitment to the arts.

• Tempered by Memory: For the Community, from the Community - This multimedia show at the Spring Street Gallery will highlight the creation of a sculpture that uses pieces of salvaged steel from the 9/11 World Trade Center attack. The interpretive exhibit will tell the story of the sculpture project from inception to installation. The sculpture will be placed in front of the newly renovated Saratoga Springs City Center and will be dedicated in a ceremony on Sept. 11, 2011.

• To See Ourselves - A lively, cross-disciplinary conversation, moderated by Yaddo President Elaina Richardson, will feature leading artists such as A.M. Homes, Justin Peck, Marcus Dean Fuller, and Lucy Walker.

The panelists will explore the notion that art shapes and challenges our concept of humanity through the presentation of diverse characters.

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Bringing the Arts Home” will include a performance by “TwoSense,” a duo featuring Ashley Bathgate (right), on cello, and Lisa Moore, on piano. Bathgate is a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, Class of 2000.

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Mother’s Day tea event at Saratoga Music Hall

Hot Ticket!

Ryan Montbleau / Rich Ortiz

- A winning combination returns to Putnam Den Friday, April 22. Doors open at 9 pm Putnam Den, 63A Putnam Street, Saratoga Springs Tickets: $12 advance / $15 at door Online: http://tickets.frontgatetickets.com/choose.php?lid=53102 Or at Putnam Den – (518) 584-8066

Sitarist Imrat Kahn to perform at Skidmore - Former teacher to Beatles and Rolling Stones members

SARATOGA SPRINGS. — One of India’s most accomplished traditional musicians will perform a sitar recital at 8 pm Saturday, April 23.

Imrat Khan, a master of both sitar and surbahar (bass sitar) will play with tabla accompaniment by Nitin Mitta in performance in the Arthur Zankel Music Center’s Helen Filene Ladd Concert Hall.

General admission for the concert will be $12 and $5 for students. Tickets are available at skidmore.showclix.com.

Also, the Zankel Music Center box office will sell tickets for this event from noon to 3 pm Friday, April 22.

The sitar is a plucked stringed instrument, predominantly used in Hindustani classical music since the

Middle Ages.

Born in Calcutta, Ustad (maestro or teacher) Khan’s family traces its musical pedigree back for many generations, to the court musicians of the Mughal rulers of the 16th century. His late father, Enayat Khan, and his grandfather, Imdad Khan, were recognized as leading sitar players of their time. Khan teaches classical Indian music and instructs sitar students at Washington University in St. Louis.

Among his past students were Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones and George Harrison of the Beatles, who helped introduce the instrument to the Western world

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Time to get ready to ‘pick, pluck and play’!

- Capital region guitar show to return next weekend

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Above: Kimberly Parker Below: Amanda Baker

Focus on Humanity, a social action movement focused on transitional housing for women and children is inviting the community to join them for a special Mother’s Day tea event Sunday, May 8 from 2 to 4 pm at the Saratoga Music Hall, 3rd floor above City Hall at 474 Broadway in Saratoga Springs.

Tickets for the event are $25, with proceeds going to Focus on Humanity.

They may be purchased by calling Lady Myah Brown at (518) 391-8686 or email at focusonhumanity@gmail.com.

In addition to tea party favors and pastries, the afternoon will be informative and entertaining. The special guest speaker is Mrs. Kimberly Parker from Atlanta, a long-time advocate of protecting children and empowering women with a primary focus on enabling them to live a more productive and healthier life.

Also, the featured performer is Amanda Baker, a Manhattan-based singer, dancer and actress who has a passion for musical theatre, jazz, and cabaret. Ms. Baker has appeared at New York City's “Big Night Out” and the “Uptown Cabaret.” She has lindyhopped, waltzed and fox-trotted on the stages of the Budapest and Vienna Opera Houses and has been making annual visits to Saratoga's Dance Flurry for ten years.

According to Lady Myah Brown, organizer of the afternoon, “this is the kind of beautiful, elegant affair we all envision when we think of an afternoon tea; pretty teacups and saucers, silver tiered trays, with delicate tea sandwiches, scones and pastries to nibble. It is certainly proper, but it should also be fun! Invite a group of good friends to get a bit dressed up and come and enjoy this with them.”

Having smoothly moved in to their new palatial accommodations at 60 West Avenue, the fine folks at Saratoga Guitar and Music Center are gearing up for another fabulous edition of the spring Capital Region Guitar Show, returning to the Knights of Columbus hall, just down the street from the new location at 50 Pine Road in Saratoga Springs.

Show dates are Friday, April 29 from 5 to 9 pm and Saturday, April 30 from 10 am to 4 pm. A hallmark of these shows has always been the quality of the variety - and dealers from throughout the Northeast will be on hand to buy, sell, trade and appraise your musical equipment. No matter what level of playing or interest you hold, this guitar show is sure to please your eyes, ears and fingers!

Two great additions to the festivities have been announced. On Saturday at 2 pm, Orion Kribs & Black Mountain Symphony will perform, and throughout the show a Taylor raffle guitar will be on display. This has been donated by Saratoga Guitar to benefit Saratoga American Little League.

Raffle tickets are $1 each, with proceeds going to help pay for new ball fields at East Side Recreation.

As always, bring along a guitar or amplifier to receive a discount of $2 off of the $7 admission charge. All children 10 and younger are free with an adult admission. For more information, phone Saratoga Guitar and Music Center at (518) 581-1603.

I always truly enjoy posting a notice about this event. Besides the fact that these are great local people, it really means that spring is here!

- Arthur Gonick

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moe. drummer Vinnie Amico to judge SPAC’s Battle of the Bands - Deadline approaching for bands to submit audition videos SARATOGA SPRINGS – Vinnie Amico, drummer of popular American jam band moe. will be a judge at SPAC’s Battle of the Bands on Friday, June 3 at the Spa Little Theatre at SPAC. moe. tours and performs nationwide and is a frequent headliner for major music festivals that include Bonnaroo, Summer Camp and Further among others. Amico will be one of a panel of three judges evaluating the performances of ten finalist bands who will be performing for a live audience. SPAC is currently accepting YouTube audition videos from original bands; all entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Sunday, April 24 to www.spac.org.

“Vinnie Amico and moe. have had the kind of success that aspiring musicians and bands everywhere dream of. There is no better role model for our contestants than someone who once stood in their shoes, persevered and ultimately ‘made it,’” said Marcia J. White, SPAC’s President and Executive Director.

“I am looking forward to returning to SPAC. Every time moe. has performed at SPAC, it has been a thrill – a real privilege to play on the same stage where I watched many of my idols perform," said Vinnie Amico. “Judging Battle of the Bands will be a great opportunity to see some of the best new talent on the music scene and to give these bands some insights that I hope will be helpful.”

SPAC’s Battle of the Bands competition is open to any band that performs original music and submits an online entry form and YouTube audition video to www.spac.org by 11:59 p.m. Sunday, April 24. The rest of the competition timeline is as follows: Wednesday, April 27 and Thursday, April 28: the public has the opportunity to view the audition videos at spac.org and vote for their favorite band. The band with the most votes automatically becomes one of the ten finalists. The other nine will be chosen by a SPAC selection committee.

Friday, April 29: Ten finalist bands will be announced.

Friday, June 3: All ten finalists perform for a live audience at the Spa Little Theatre. Bands will be evaluated and a winner chosen based on a formula that weights audience response at 60 percent and judges’ evaluations at 40 percent.

The winning band will receive a prize package valued at over $5,000. The package includes a professionally produced music video

by Modern Mix Studios, professionally recorded EP at The Recording Company and airplay on northeast radio station WEQX. Tickets to Battle of the Bands are $15 and are on sale now at www.spac.org. Following his role as competition judge, Amico will perform at a Battle of the Bands after party at Putnam Den in Saratoga Springs. Anyone who purchases a ticket to Battle of the Bands will be admitted to the Putnam Den after party for free.

‘Anyone Can Whistle’ for free in Clifton Park!

The Not So Common Players will present the Stephen Sondheim cult-classic musical “Anyone Can Whistle” at Shenendehowa High School’s East Little Theater. Performances are free and will run from April 29 through May 1 and May 5 through 8.

Show times are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, Sunday matinees at 2 pm and Thursday at 7:30 pm.

This is a musical that is rarely performed locally. It tells the story of a town that’s gone bankrupt because its only industry is manufacturing something that never wears out! To revive her town and attract tourists, Mayor Cora Hoover Hooper and her town council fake a miracle, which is water flow-

ing from a rock. When patients at the local mental hospital (“the Cookie Jar”) escape and mix with the townspeople and tourists, chaos ensues.

A love story is also squeezed in between J. Bowden Hapgood, a psychiatrist who isn’t really a psychiatrist and Fay Apple, a nurse from the Cookie Jar who disguises herself as a miracle verifier sent from Lourdes. In the end, the show delivers a poignant message about the importance of the individual in a conformist society – but not before aiming its barbs at government, religion, science and anything else that stands in its way!

For more information about this madcap escapade, visit notsocommonplayers.org or call Sally Burke, producer at (518) 877-5648.

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Easter Carrot Cupcakes Ingredients

Suzanne Voigt Farmers’Market The Easter dinner is planned, the fresh lamb order is in for pick up Saturday at the market, the blue potatoes are waiting to add a splash of color to the table, and the creamed spinach recipe is ready for the making. But what should one make for the perfect confection? Young and old will delight in Carrot Cupcakes—the flavor rich from the use of fresh grated carrots, and the cream cheese frosting sweetened just right with a bit of New York maple syrup.

Add the Easter candies for a fun topping and all will be smiling.

Happy Easter All!

2 cups all purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon 4 large eggs 1 1/4 cups sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 2 tsp vanilla 2 1/2 cups grated fresh carrot 1 cup chopped walnuts Frosting: 1 1/2 cups butter 8 oz cream cheese 1 cup confectioner’s sugar 1 tbsp maple syrup

Garnishes (optional): Coconut, green food coloring, jelly beans, 1 inch size chocolate rabbit, pastel cupcake liners.

Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Put liners in 20 muffin cups.

2. In a bowl whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cinnamon.

3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until frothy, gradually adding the sugar and beat for another 3 minutes. Add the oil and beat in the vanilla.

4. Add the flour mixture from step 2 and incorporate into the egg mixture.

5. Fold in the grated carrots and walnuts and divide batter evenly between cups.

6. Bake until centers come out clean when toothpick is inserted (around 20 minutes) 7. Cool completely on wire rack before spreading frosting on cupcakes and adding garnishes.

Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter together. Beat in confectioner’s sugar a little at a time until mixture is creamy and light.

Add maple syrup and beat just long enough to mix in. Spread frosting with knife on cupcakes.

Store frosted cupcakes in air-tight container until serving.

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Community Sports Bulletin Liberty League honors five Skidmore student-athletes SARATOGA SPRINGS - Five Skidmore College student-athletes were recognized by the Liberty League on Monday, April 18 for their performances during the past week.

For the fifth time this season, Skidmore College senior Lindsay Stavola was named Liberty League women's lacrosse Co-Performer of the Week. Stavola became the Thoroughbreds’ single season scoring leader after a 12 goal, three assist week. In a Liberty League sweep, she scored five goals and had two assists in 16-5 win over Rochester. She also registered four goals in Skidmore's first win over William Smith in five seasons, 13-5. Stavola now has 45 goals and 27 assists for 72 points on the season. The Thoroughbreds are 9-4 overall and 5-2 in the

league.

Connor Dowling was named Co-Defensive Performer of the Week and Mike Holden earned Co-Offensive Performer of the Week during a 1-1 week for the 11th-ranked Skidmore College men's lacrosse team. Dowling made 14 saves in a 12-4 league win over Union and stopped a season-high 19 shots in an 11-10 2OT loss to 10th-ranked Middlebury. On the week, he posted a 7.07 goals against average and a .702 save percentage.

Holden finished the week with a team-high seven goals. Against Union, he had a game-high four goals. Against Middlebury, Holden had three goals, two ground balls and two caused turnovers. The Thoroughbreds are 9-2 on the year and 3-0 in league play.

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players Zack Rudman and Trevor Brucato were recognized by the Liberty League on Monday for their performances during a 5-1 week for the Thoroughbreds. Rudman was named Co-Performer of the Week and Brucato earned CoPitcher of the Week honors.

Rudman went 10-18 (.556) with six RBI, two doubles, and three runs. He also went 2-0 on the mound, allowing 1 run (earned) in nine innings, with two walks and eight strikeouts. Brucato tossed a complete game 4-hit 10 shutout against Union. He also pitched two innings in a win over Southern Vermont. For the week in nine innings pitched he surrendered one run (unearned) and just five hits. Skidmore is now 18-6 overall and 5-5 in the league; they return to action on Friday at Clarkson.

Wilton welcomes May Day Classic WILTON - Promoting the tournament with a slogan of "Great Fields, Great Facility, Great Fun!!!" the Saratoga-Wilton Youth Soccer Club is pleased to announce the 14th Annual May Day International Soccer Classic. The tournament, held in Wilton's Gavin Park, begins Saturday, April 30 and continues through Sunday, May 1. The competition will also take place Sunday, May 1 at Daniels Road in Saratoga.

A total of 100 youth soccer teams, including 60 girls’ squads and 40 boys’ teams will be taking to the fields for this soccer extravaganza.

Teams will be made up of athletes ranging in age from 8-years-old through 18. The May Day Classic is an Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) sanctioned soccer tournament for U10U18 travel, premiere and international teams.

"The May Day Classic really gets the outdoor season going! The facilities at Gavin Park are unbelievable--even in inclement weather, we have well-maintained, useful fields," commented tournament director Melody Holiday. "Gavin Park is located in a terrific area, and it surrounds cities such as Saratoga Springs with so much to do in just a short drive. There's Saratoga Springs downtown with hundreds of shops and restaurants, and there's Lake George 20 minutes up the Adirondack Northway."

"Our club has been truly blessed with the weather for the tournament.

It is a remarkable park for soccer, remarkable area for leisure and just a great day of soccer and fun for all," Melody added.

The Saratoga-Wilton Youth Soccer Club, a proud member of the Capital District Youth Soccer League and Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association, currently has 250 players.

For more information on the May Day Classic, please contact Melody at mholiday@swysc.net or by phone at (518) 583-6140.

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From left to right: Lindsay Stavola, Connor Dowling, Mike Holden, Zack Rudman, Trevor Brucato

Tennis lessons at Gavin Park WILTON - The sun is shining and the grass is turning green - looks like spring has finally sprung and summer is just around the corner! So get your child back into the “swing” of things with 1 hour tennis lessons at Gavin Park, Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 5 through August 11. Lessons for children, ages 7-9, begin at 6 p.m. Lessons for children, ages 10-13, begin at 7 p.m.

Ensure your child’s spot now by registering online through the Parks and Recreation link at www.townofwilton.com, or stop by the park office weekdays, 9 am to 5 pm. Any questions, please contact (518) 584-9455.

Send your sports stories and briefs to Daniel Schechtman, Sports Editor at sports@saratoga publishing.com

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ATLANTIC CITY, NJ - After three five-minute rounds of MMA action between Saratoga local Eddie Fyvie from Spa City Jiu-Jitsu and opponent Lester Caslow of Kurt Pellegrino MMA, there was little question in the judges' minds who the winner was. Fyvie was awarded a 3027 unanimous decision, improving his professional record to 9-4.

The professional win was the first for Fyvie since February of 2009.

"I had some injuries, some surgery, so I wanted to get back on track," said Fyvie. "The win was very important for me."

Fyvie, who dominated all three rounds in the 143 lb fight, wished to thank Needle Wurks for their support and sponsorship.

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South Glens Falls downs Cambridge in 10-7 win

by Daniel Schechtman Saratoga TODAY SOUTH GLENS FALLS - The Bulldogs improved their record to 3-3 Saturday, April 16, overcoming Cambridge once and for all late in the third quarter for the 107 win.

South High took an early lead in the first quarter, scoring two unanswered goals against Cambridge's goalie, Charles Hayes. But Cambridge came alive in the second quarter, scoring three goals to the Bulldog's one to settle the score at three a-piece going into the half.

Cambridge carried their momentum over into the third quarter, taking a 4-3 lead after a hard earned goal against Bulldog goalie, Dan Regner. It was the last time Cambridge would have the advantage.

The Bulldog offense came to life in the third, scoring five goals against a rapidly disintegrating Cambridge defense.

While Cambridge desperately tried to take back the lead in the fourth quarter, scoring an additional two goals, South Glens Falls was already on its way to victory. A pair of goals in the fourth for the Bulldogs sealed the deal, a 10-7 victory for the boys' varsity team.

Connor Neal and Will Messinger led the scoring for South High, each player scoring three goals and registering one assist. Andrew Patterson scored both his first and second goal as a member of the Bulldog's varsity team (as well as one assist), along with Blake Snyder, who earned a point. Quinton Price finished out the scoring for South Glens Falls with one goal and one assist.

Goalie Dan Regner was credited with 12 saves on the day.

For Cambridge, Thomas Hemmerling scored a majority of his team's points, a total of five out of the overall final seven.

Teammate Skyler Saunders had one goal and four assists; Kyle Thomas scored one goal.

South High faced LaSalle Thursday (after Saratoga TODAY's press time). They head to Schuylerville Tuesday, April 26 for a 7 pm start.

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Cambridge’s Luke Somers is swarmed by the Bulldog’s defense.

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South Glens Falls’ Connor Neal manuevers around the defense. Neal went on to score three goals and one assist on the day.

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We the People!

Damian Fantauzzi Writing, at times, reminds me of sitting in front of a blank canvas and wondering what to paint.

So I've decided to do something abstract with this article. I do not intend to offend anyone with what I am about to say but I do have some strong feeling about politics. So here I go!

It seems that education gets singled out when crunch times come - cut this, cut that and, of course, the target often becomes the teachers and the contracts.

Being a retired teacher, I have survived 38 years of ducking and dodging the stones of criticism that were thrown at teachers.

Educators give a huge chunk of their lives for the children of other people and during times like this, that's forgotten.

Taxpayers and politicians are concerned with teachers' tenure, salaries, benefits, length of day and work schedule as well as total budget. Teachers are professionals with a master's degree and have the duties of teaching academics, maintaining discipline and taking responsibility in the molding of future generations for society. Teachers are being blamed for the failure of schools and they have become the scapegoat for our country's academic deficiencies. The fault comes from the environment of the crumbling inner cities, home life with no parental control or guidance and the failing social structure of the community, such as poverty, gangs and drug trafficking.

Cuts to education will affect scholastic athletic programs.

Many sports will feel the pinch, due to lack of funds. There are those people who could care less about interscholastic sports and there are those who will suffer from the pain of sacrifice. How many wealthy politicians send their children to public schools?

The "corporate freeloaders" - a term that was coined by Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont (I) who listed the top ten corporations who pay NO corporate

taxes, even though they made multibillion dollar profits, include corporations like General Electric, Exxon Mobil, Bank of America, Chevron, Boeing, Conoco, Phillips, Citigroup, Valero Energy and Carnival Cruise Lines as the ten biggest corporations that should be paying billions of dollars in taxes. To make things worse, many of these corporations received billions of dollars in tax refunds.

Companies like GE send their jobs to other parts of the world because of cheaper labor. We are the people/consumers who have made these corporations wealthy, so where is the responsibility to pay their taxes? Congress has a job to get these big companies to do their part - the time is now!

We are within our rights to expect political leaders, who we voted into office, to be responsible to the nation's needs. The allegiances to the lobbyists who are representing these corporations are tied to some congressmen, and this has to come to an end! Time has come to make the "freeloading corporations" pay their share! Society needs the revenue to keep America's entitlements functioning by serving our present and future citizens with the services of necessity.

Public education is an entitlement and a necessary part for the future of our country.

Interscholastic athletics is part of the growth of students for developing discipline, confidence and the social networking of being a team player. We need to get the corporations, especially the top ten, to enable our nation to keep functioning.

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Tour De Cure for Diabetes Cyclists band together to benefit diabetes research SARATOGA SPRINGS Annually, diabetes takes more lives than AIDS and all forms of cancer combined. Team Red wants to change that.

Team Red, comprised of individuals living with diabetes, as well as their friends, family and supporters, will be bicycling together for the first time in this year's Saratoga Springs Tour De Cure. Team Red's goal is to give a voice and hope to the approximately 25.8 million children and adults currently living with diabetes in the United States.

Team Red is more than a team, it's a community, an idea that's spread to Tour De Cure events throughout the country, including the Saratoga Springs event. Team Red celebrates individuals living with diabetes, a chronic disease that can lead to extreme complications such as stroke, blindness, heart and kidney disease. As members of Team Red, people living with diabetes are given a chance to band together and connect with others who understand and support what they are going through, all while spreading awareness and raising funds to fight the disease.

Team co-captain, Kristen Farina, who participates annually in the Tour De Cure says, "Being a member of Team Red is giving me a renewed energy to fight this disease. Team Red has allowed me to connect with many people living with diabetes, as well as the people that support them."

Farina continues, "Each member of Team Red has their own inspiring story and energy. When you put all of them together on one team, Team Red, you have a force to be reckoned with."

Many of the members of Team Red have participated on various teams in past Tour De Cure rides, and have decided to join forces

with Team Red this year to make the biggest impact possible.

One of those riders is Kaileigh Moore, a Union College student and recent graduate of Saratoga Springs High School. Kaileigh, who has Type 1 diabetes, has led several top fundraising teams in past Tour De Cure rides.

Kaileigh's mom, Anne, also a member of Team Red, says that she and Kaileigh "decided to join forces with Team Red because we could feel the energy. We both think the idea behind Team Red is what Tour is all about. We think that together we have a chance to be the biggest Team Red in the country, and we hope to raise the most money."

Participants in the Saratoga Springs Tour De Cure, which will take place on June 5th, can choose between a range of route distances, from 10 miles, all the way up to the 100-mile century ride.

Farina says, "Whether you're an experienced cyclist interested in doing the century ride, or someone who wants to take the first step towards a more healthy lifestyle with the 10-mile ride, there's something for everyone.

Everyone is welcome at the Tour, no matter what their level of cycling ability is, or whether they are living with diabetes or simply support the cause."

Those interested in more information or in joining Team Red are invited to contact Saratoga Springs Team Red co-captain, Kristen Farina, at kfarina@mac.com.

The Tour De Cure, which is held in 43 states nationwide, is a bike ride that benefits the American Diabetes Association and raises awareness about diabetes and the organization's mission. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Tour De Cure.

The mission of the American Diabetes Association is to prevent and cure diabetes, and to improve the lives of all people affected by the disease. The American Diabetes Association leads the fight for those affected by diabetes by funding research, delivering services, providing objective and credible information, and giving a voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes.

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Saratoga vs. Ballston Spa: Varsity baseball and softball teams battle side-by-side

by Daniel Schechtman Saratoga TODAY BALLSTON SPA - It was a busy day over at the Ballston Spa athletic fields Monday, April 18, as both the varsity baseball and softball teams from Saratoga Springs traveled to take on the Ballston Spa Scotties.

It was clear from the very first pitch that the Blue Streaks baseball team aimed to bury the Scotties early on. Alex Lushevich hit the first pitch by BSpa's Chris Bradt deep into left field for a single. Lushevich's teammates followed suit, with Luke Fauler and Kyle Willmott adding consecutive singles of their own to load up the bases.

Up next was Saratoga's Ryan Vaughn, who connected with a pitch for a sacrificial fly ball to drive in the first run. Zach Forbes and Brandon Krawczuk each added singles of their own, helping to push Saratoga out to a 4-0 lead after batting around for the inning.

The offensive onslaught continued for Saratoga in the second inning after Streak's pitcher, Luke Fauler, held the Scotties scoreless in the bottom of the first. Once again Lushevich (who was 3-4 on the day with two runs scored and an RBI) connected for a lead-off double. Kyle Willmott followed with an RBI single to drive Lushevich to the plate - the first of eight runs the Streaks would score in the second inning. A total of ten batters reached base for Saratoga in the second, who sent 13 men to the plate to break the game wide open.

Ballston Spa answered back with three runs after the disastrous second inning, but the surge wasn't nearly enough to overcome Saratoga's daunting lead.

Ed Canty stepped in to relieve Bradt late in the second, managing to hold Saratoga to only one additional run in the seventh inning.

Luke Fauler, Saratoga's winning pitcher, notched seven strikeouts, three walks, five hits and three runs during his five innings of play.

Saratoga followed up Monday's win against Ballston Spa with another win on Tuesday, April 19.

The Streaks trounced Mohonasen 7-3 during the away game for the

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Luke Fauler throws from the mound for Saratoga.

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Saratoga connects for the hit.

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Ballston Spa produced three runs in its loss to Saratoga. victory. Saratoga is now 3-3 on the season.

Ballston Spa fell to 1-3 after their loss to Saratoga.

Meanwhile, Saratoga's softball team, coming off of their first win of the season Friday, April 15 against Niskayuna, 7-5, looked to carry their momentum over to Monday's game against the Scotties.

Much like their baseball coun-

terparts, the lady Streaks jumped out to an early lead against Ballston Spa, outscoring their opponents 7-3 to register their second consecutive win of the season.

Streak's softball went on to face Mohonasen April 21, dropping a close game, 3-4. Saratoga is 2-4 on the season.

Ballston Spa is 3-1 after Monday's game.

Ballston Spa takes a swing.

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