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Volume 6 • Issue 27 SaratogaPublishing.com

Back on Track

Thirteen and Under Par

by Daniel Schechtman Saratoga TODAY GANSEVOORT - Two years ago, Kayla Szekely had hardly played more then a few rounds of golf in her entire life. Now, this 13-year-old is tearing up the Junior PGA Tournament circuit, having won five of the six tournaments she

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by Yael Goldman Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS - The Saratoga & North Creek Railway will celebrate its highly anticipated grand opening on Tuesday, July 12, when an invitation only ride departs from Saratoga Springs.

Railway operator, Iowa Pacific Holdings, will open scenic trips to the public on Thursday, July 14.

Tickets are already available for purchase.

"We are really looking forward to getting up and running in New

played in last year, and playing in another 12 tournaments over 34 days this year.

"Last year, I was playing in the JPGA Tournament, and the year before that I wasn't really into golf," said Szekely. "I just practiced a few rounds, only 9 holes with my Dad, but I really liked it. So we started

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Kayla Szekely after winning the JPGA Championship at Western Turnpike.

Inside the Purple Box

by Yael Goldman Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA COUNTY – The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has not yet reached our area, but bright pur-

ple reminders of its potential to devastate our forests are popping up all over Saratoga County.

You may have noticed the purple boxes hanging from trees in your

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See ParkFest Schedule page 31 Inside TODAY...

FarmieMarket.com pg 6 Franklin Community Center Needs Your Help! pg 7 Community Corner pg 12

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Pets pg 14 Your Home pgs 15-23 Hats Off Music Lineup pg 30

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Glenn G. Smith, 53, of 996 O'Brien Ave., Schenectady, pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while intoxicated, a class-E felony. Smith was arrested June 6, 2010, in Saratoga Springs and has been sentenced to one to three years in New York State Prison and three years of conditional discharge, to include an ignition interlock device.

Stephen J. Cherniske, 39, of 188 Arrowwood Place, Malta, pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while intoxicated, a class-D felony. Cherniske was arrested March 19 in Malta and has been sentenced to time served and five years of probation to include drug treatment court.

Karl M. Wendell, Jr., 40, of 95 Lake Ave., Trail 9, Lake Luzerne, was resentenced June 28

by Judge Jerry J. Scarano to one and a half years in New York State Prison and one year of post release supervision, probation terminated. Wendell was originally convicted March 3, 2010, of fifth-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, a classD felony, for which he was sentenced to time served and five years of probation.

Jennifer Beardsley, 36, of Mechanicville, was charged with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration, a misdemeanor, and operating without insurance, a violation. Beardsley was arrested July 1 in Stillwater and is scheduled to appear in the Stillwater Town Court at a later date.

Robert D. Walton, Jr., 44, pleaded guilty to a charge of third-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance, a class-B felony. Walton was arrested July 8, 2010, in Halfmoon and is scheduled to return to court for sentencing August 26.

Dawn M. Staigar, 44, of 591 Middleline Rd., Ballston Spa, pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while intoxicated, a class-E felony. Staigar was arrested June 3 in Stillwater and is scheduled to return to court for sentencing August 25.

Richard Carson, 42, of 337 Hudson Ave., Mechanicville, pleaded guilty to a charge of firstdegree criminal contempt, a class-E felony. Carson was arrested February 18 in Mechanicville

and is scheduled to return to court for sentencing August 25.

Cindy Fischler, aka "Cindy Snow," 51, of 19 Columbia Gardens, Cohoes, pleaded guilty to a charge of second-degree identity theft, a class-E felony.

Fischler was arrested November 29, 2010, in the town of Ballston for an incident that occurred November 23, 2008. She has been sentenced to one and a half to three years in New York State Prison and restitution.

Edward Stanley, 28, of Saratoga Springs, was charged with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration, a misdemeanor; aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, also a misdemeanor; and operating without insurance, a violation. Stanley was arrested July 3 in Stillwater and is scheduled to appear in the Stillwater Town Court at a later date.

Ramon A. Carrillo, Jr., 33, of 178 Lancaster St., Apt. 2, Cohoes, pleaded guilty to a charge of leaving the scene of an incident without reporting involving serious physical injury, a class-E felony. Carrillo was arrested April 3 in Northumberland for an incident that occurred April 2 and is scheduled to return to court for sentencing August 25.

Michelle Sutton, 41, of Stillwater, was charged with harassment, a violation. Sutton was arrested July 2 in Stillwater.

She was arraigned in the Stillwater Town Court and released with an order of protec-

tion served against her.

Janet L. Finkle, 48, of 327 Lamplighter Mobile Home Park, Fort Edward, pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while intoxicated, a class-E felony. Finkle was arrested March 5 in the town of Moreau and has been sentenced to five days in Saratoga County Jail, five years of probation and three years with the ignition interlock device.

Michael J. Morrill, aka “Fats,� 33, of 28 Walter Dr., Saratoga Springs, was charged with third-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance, a class-B felony; third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, a class-B felony; seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, a class-A misdemeanor; and imitation controlled substance, a class-A misdemeanor. Morrill was arrested June 8, 2010, in Saratoga Springs for an incident that occurred June 1.

Patrick M. Gee, 21, of 6 Terrel Way, Gansevoort, pleaded guilty to a charge of second-degree robbery, a class-C felony. Gee was arrested May 17 in the town of Wilton and is scheduled to return to court for sentencing August 30.

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Ecology Up Close

by Mark Bolles Saratoga TODAY

WILTON - The endangered Karner blue butterfly was the subject of attention for a group

of hikers on a light trek in the Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park on Friday, July 1. Hike leader Adeline Bryn explained the habitat is special to the Karner blue because of the blue lupine wildflower, which grows well in the Saratoga sand plain.

Blue lupine is essential for the rare butterfly's existence. The rolling meadow and sand plain is a perfect home for the little blue butterflies, along with countless creatures, big and small, and features a great diversity of wildflowers and plants. The bright orange butterfly milkweed is not easily missed, and is also a good place to look for the elusive blue

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Photos by MarkBolles.com insect.

Alas, the Karner blue did not reveal itself to the hikers that day, but all were certainly impressed by nature’s many splendors living in our own backyards.

For more information about the walk, please contact the Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park Office at (518) 450-0321, or visit the website at www.wiltonpreserve.org. The Wilton Wildlife Preserve and

Park is a non-profit organization that conserves ecological systems and natural settings while providing opportunities for environmental education and recreation.

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WEEK IN REVIEW

NYRA Execs Receive Raises ELMONT - Although expected to face $11 million net losses by the end of 2011, the New York Racing Association revealed last week that its top six executives have received raises of up to 7.7 percent.

The New York State Franchise Oversight Board releases the postincrease salaries of the NYRA executives. President and CEO Charles Hayward is now earning $475,000; Hal Handel Chief Operating Officer is up to $455,000, although he just announced his resignation (see below); Senior VP and Chief Financial Officer Ellen McClain was bumped up to $350,000 and General Counsel Patrick Kehoe up to $423,000, while Chief Information Officer Thomas Till is now earning $275,000 and VP of Human Resources Davis Smuckler is at $265,000. The increases varied in range, with the highest raise coming in at 7.7 percent.

In other NYRA news, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Hal Handel announced last week that he will be leaving the company at the conclusion of the upcoming Saratoga Race Course meet.

Handel, 63, previously held executive roles at Philadelphia Park, Monmouth Park, and the

Meadowlands. He has previously served as the chairman of the Thoroughbred Racing Protective Bureau, president of Thoroughbred Racing Associations, and trustee of the American Horse Council.

Handel brought a legal background to the racing industry, having been deputy attorney general for the State of New Jersey Organized Crime & Special Prosecutions Unit and also the New Jersey Racing Commission.

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WILTON - A 14-year-old Maple Avenue Middle School Student was arrested on Thursday, June 30 for attempting to use counterfeit money that he and three of his friends created. The local boy, whose name has not been released, was arrested for first-degree possession of a forged instrument, a felony. According to reports, the four youths photocopied both sides of a $20 bill, and glued the images together to create fake currency. Only one of the boys was arrested.

All-American Celebration Winners Announced SARATOGA SPRINGS Saratoga's All-American Celebration Inc., the not-for-profit organization behind the July 4th

weekend events in Saratoga Springs, announced on Wednesday, July 6 the winners of the weekend's contests.

BBQ Fest: Best Overall Winner: Seven Horse Pub; Best Overall Runner Up: The Meat House; Best On Broadway Winner: Saratoga Salsa & Spice Co.; Best On Broadway Runner Up: Bookmakers at the Holiday Inn; Best Off Broadway Winner: Seven Horse Pub; Best Off Broadway Runner Up: The Meat House Best Newcomer Winner: The Meat House; Best Newcomer Runner Up: The Irish Times; Doggie BBQ Winner: Impressions of Saratoga; Doggie BBQ Runner Up: Dawgdom Dessert Fest: Best Overall Winner: Hampton Inn; Best Overall Runner Up: Saratoga Casino & Raceway; Best On Broadway Winner: Bookmakers; Best On; Broadway Runner Up: Johnny's Italian Ices; Best Off Broadway Winner: Hampton Inn; Best Off Broadway Runner Up: Saratoga Casino & Raceway; Best Newcomer Winner: The Meat House Classic Car Show: Best of the 1920s: Tom Sadlon 1921 Ford Model T; Best of the 1930s: Dave Ure 1935 Ford Pick Up; Best of the 1940s: Mick Albright 1940 Ford Deluxe; Best of the 1950s: Milt Connors 1956 Ford Thunderbird; Best of the 1960s: Ken Dodge 1969 Chevrolet Camero; Best of the 1970s: Rich Glaim 1971 Dodge Challenger; Best of the 1980s: George Thompson 1981 Chevrolet Corvette; Mayor's Choice Award: John Novakovic 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu convertible "This weekend's events were fantastic and enjoyed by thousands of neighbors and visitors alike," said

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Kate Jarosh, president of the board of directors. "Thank you to the Board of Directors, sponsors, volunteers, parade, car show, Family Day, and BBQ & Dessert Fest participants, food vendors and entertainers and all those who joined us in Downtown for making this year's Celebration memorable! We are looking forward to 2012!"

Man Sent to Jail for Animal Cruelty BALLSTON SPA - Jarrod D. Lent, 38, of Corinth, was sentenced on Wednesday, July 6, to one year in jail for killing an animal with aggravated cruelty," which is a class-E felony. Lent is responsible for killing a 6-month-old Yorkshire terrier named "Aeromay," that was in his care. Upon discovering the dog had soiled his carpet, Lent violently shoved a large couch against Aeromay, crushing the dog against the wall. The dog died instantly.

Lent had previously pleaded guilty to the charge, and was on probation at the time of the incident. In addition, he admitted to a violation of probation for his crime and was discharged from probation with no improvement by the court.

Wilton Boy Implicated in Shooting Death Appears in Court The 12-year-old boy from Wilton who is accused of accidentally shooting and killing his friend, Nicholas Naumkin, in late December of last year, appeared in Saratoga County Family Court alongside his father Wednesday afternoon.

Family Court Judge Courtenay Hall has requested that neither the boy's nor the father's name be released by the press, and that the

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boy be referred to as "John Doe" when referencing the individual.

Doe, because he was 12 years old at the time of the incident, is too young under New York State Law to be tried as an adult.

Doe was charged with two counts during the proceeding: 1) unlawful possession of a firearm, and 2) reckless endangerment. Doe's attorney, Alan M. Blumenkoph, denied both of the allegations in the petition.

The boy's father will appear in a court of law later this month on charges of endangering the welfare of a child, a misdemeanor. The father was the owner of the handgun and the ammunition, which was allegedly left in two separate drawers.

The proceedings against John Doe have been adjourned for a threeweek period, during which the boy will undergo an evaluation by the Saratoga Department of Mental Health. The findings, according to Judge Hall, will have no bearing on the following Family Court proceedings.

Doe is expected to return to Family Court July 27.

Racial Discrimination Case Against Saratoga Springs Overturned A federal judge has determined that last year's case brought by the Anderson Group against the city of Saratoga Springs alleging racial discrimination should be thrown out.

The suit, in which the Anderson Group was awarded $1 million, was overturned after the federal judge decided that the $1 million verdict was "excessive and unsupported."

The judge indicated a retrial may be necessary.

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letters to the editor To the Editor: The State Legislature accomplished a lot this year, but one important reform was conspicuously left out – passage of the legislation know as the “Fraud Tax Bill” that would crack down on crisis-level auto insurance fraud in New York State.

No fault auto accident fraud is one of the fastest growing crimes in New York State, yet it is not expressly illegal. It is one of the reasons New Yorkers pay 53% more for auto insurance than drivers in other states.

According to studies, almost $1 billion has been stolen from New Yorkers in the past five years alone by organized criminal enterprises that stage accidents and run up phony bills with the help of a handful of crooked doctors. But the Legislature refused to do anything about it this year.

The state didn’t even pass a common-sense measure called “Alice’s Bill” that would make staging an auto accident in New York a standalone crime. The bill was named after a 71-year-old New York grandmother who was killed when she was struck during a staged accident.

The state legislature is rumored to be returning this summer to clean up unfinished business from the 2011 legislative session. Auto insurance fraud reform must be on that list.

Sincerely, Rafe Lieber Executive Director New Yorkers Stand Against Insurance Fraud

OMarjorie BITFrances UAClausen RIES Saratoga Springs, NY- Marjorie Frances Clausen died peacefully on Friday, June 24, 2011, at Wesley Health Care Center. She was 92.

Mrs. Clausen is survived by her several nieces, nephews and many good friends. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Memorial services will be held on July 9, 2011, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (149 Lake Ave. Saratoga

Springs, NY 12866) at 11 a.m.

Burial will be in the family plot in Prospect

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Schuylerville, NY. Arrangements are under the direction of the Tunison Funeral Home 105 Lake Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.www.tunisonfuneral home.com

Judith McMullen Saratoga Springs, NY - Judith McMullen, 67, passed away Monday, June 27, 2011.

Judith was predeceased by her husband, James F. McMullen, Sr. Survivors include her daughter, Victoria West of Colorado Springs, CO; two stepchildren, James F. (Tammy) McMullen, Jr. of Saratoga Springs and Maxine (David Ristine) McMullen of St. Petersburg, FL; four step-grandchildren, Ashley, Marissa, Austin and Zachary; and her three loving cats.

A funeral service was held Tuesday

and officiated by Rev. Michael Crandall.

Burial will be at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Rd., Schuylerville.

Memorials may be made to Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 or to Homes of Orphaned Pets Exist (HOPE), PO Box 2497, Wilton, NY 12831.

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

Letter from the Office of Councilman Tim Szczepaniak Following the recent approval of the Rossi PUDD legislation, Ballston Councilman Tim Szczepaniak has written to the presidents of seven large grocery store chains inviting them to locate in the town of Ballston. Noting the town’s proximity to GlobalFoundries and the economic growth likely to be spurred by the project, the councilman said a full service grocery store would be enthusiastically welcomed and supported by town residents. Ballston is currently without a full service grocery store and town residents have to travel to Malta, Clifton Park, or Saratoga to find fresh produce, meats and other products. Surveys have consistently indicated that residents want to see a grocery store in the town and Councilman Szczepaniak said he is aggressively marketing the town of Ballston to the marketers. “We have a favorable tax structure, stable employment, great schools and locations available,” Szczepaniak said. “I’m urging representatives of these stores to come to Ballston, to tour the town, look at sites and meet our residents. I know they’ll find Ballston to be a great community and a great place to do business.”

Councilman Szczepaniak said one of his top priorities for the next four years is to work for economic development that fits the character of the community while providing good jobs and added convenience for town residents. “We need to take advantage of the opportunities around us, including the recent news of additional expansion at GlobalFoundries, while making smart decisions for our residents,” Szczepaniak said.

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Olivia Grace Oehler Saratoga Springs, NY- Olivia Grace Oehler passed away on Sunday July 3, 2011, at Albany Medical Center. She was just 2 months old.

She is survived by her parents, Anthony and Elizabeth (Lee) Oehler; two sisters, Sophia Marie and Makaela Rae; brother, Jackson James Oehler; maternal grandparents, James and Joan Lee; paternal grandparent, Theresa Oehler; great grandparents, Loretta Oehler and Helen Stader; Aunts, Joanna (Lee) Williams, Suzanne Lee, Stephanie (Mark) Wobbe, Amy (David) McCubbins;

Uncle, James (Asha) Lee; and several cousins.

A mass of the Angels was held Friday at St. Mary’s Church Ballston Spa, NY 12866.

Burial will be in Greenridge Cemetery Saratoga Springs, NY Memorial donations can be made in her memory to the BeckwithWiedemann Children's Foundation The family of Olivia would like to give a special thanks to the doctors and nurses at Albany Medical Center Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for all of their care.

Carl Gustaf Fjellman, Ph.D. Saratoga Springs, NY -Carl Gustaf Fjellman, Ph.D. died at Saratoga Hospital on Tuesday, June 28, 2011.

Born on May 7, 1919, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, he was the son of the late Anders Gustaf and Huldah Cornelia Johnson Fjellman.

Surviving are his wife of 66 years, Carolyn; daughter, Susan; son and his wife, Thomas and Angela; three grandchildren, Caroline Sherak, Carl Thomas Fjellman and Nicholas Fjellman; one great-grandchild,

Samuel Sherak; and close friend of the family, Melissa Barnes Memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter Lutheran Church, 2776 Route 9, Malta, NY 12020.

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A Farmers’ Market for the Digital Age

by Daniel Schechtman Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA COUNTY - Sarah Avery Gordon is ready to launch her new website, FarmieMarket.com, on July 12, bringing your Mom-and-Pop farmers' market into the 21st century.

Gordon, who grew up on a grassfed beef farm in Knox, NY, began marketing local produce from small farms online in Albany County last year on the HeldebergMarket.com website. The site was an instant success, allowing customers to browse her website for fresh and local produce to be delivered straight to their front door. Now Gordon is looking to expand into Saratoga County, adding more local farms and delivery routes to her growing business.

"While I've been doing my homework and talking to a lot of the farms that are in Saratoga County, I've come to realize that the demand for local food in Saratoga County far outweighs the supply that is immedi-

ately available right in the county. So I've been reaching out to farms in Saratoga and Washington Counties to get them involved with the market and provide them a new opportunity to market their product to Saratoga County customers, where there's a pretty good sized population that's interested in eating local."

Online farmers' markets are relatively new to the scene - in large part because many farmers, with an average age of 60 years old, simply aren't as tech-savvy as the average consumer. But with more and more people flocking to the internet every year to order and shop online, the potential to connect local farms directly to their customers has never been easier.

"So many people do so much of their holiday shopping online," said Gordon. "It seems like a natural progression that, someday, farm marketing will move in that direction too."

Currently Gordon is working with smaller Mom-and-Pop operations that lack the staff or resources to

attend a booth at a farmers' market every weekend.

"Every hour that a farmer has to be at a farmers' market, you're losing an hour of work and productivity on the farm. So we really work with small farms that have limited resources so that I can take care of the marketing, and they can focus on their first priority, which is farming," said Gordon.

Customers who visit FarmieMarket.com after the July 12 launch will be able to browse products from a wide variety of local farms. With no sign-up fees for usage, customers can add products to their shopping carts (all of which are free of pesticides, herbicides, antibiotics and hormones, and have been checked for quality by Gordon herself) and check out with a credit card once they are through. Every Wednesday, Gordon will deliver the selected produce straight to the customer's front door.

"Customers are able to conveniently source local foods without having

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Sarah Avery Gordon, owner of a Farmiemarket.com, delivers a fresh bag of local produce. to do too much footwork - people with young families or folks who have difficulty making it to a farmers' market every week," said Gordon, "and farmers gain access to an incredibly broad customer base.

You're not limited by the venue that you're at. No matter where you are in

Saratoga County, you can get to your computer and order online."

Farmers and customers alike are invited to visit www.FarmieMarket.com, where you will be able to buy and sell local farm products after their launch Tuesday, July 12.

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Scenic Railway Opens continued from Page 1 York," said Ed Ellis, president of Iowa Pacific Holdings. "We have gotten such a warm welcome from everyone we've been working with so far and we're eager to repay that kindness with a wonderful reason for people to visit the region."

Iowa Pacific initiated plans early last year to take over the former Delaware Hudson line and establish a connection to the national rail network in Saratoga Springs.

The railway will operate Thursday through Sunday with early morning and late evening runs between North Creek and Saratoga Springs.

Passengers can choose from coach

and dome car seating; they can take classic excursion rides and enjoy the scenery and on-board services or visit any of the seven additional stops along the way.

The train will make seven stops between Saratoga Springs and North Creek. Passengers will enjoy easy access to Corinth, Hadley-Luzerne, Stoney Creek/1,000 Acres Ranch, Thurman, Glen Hudson Campground and The Glen, Riparius/Riverside.

Sarah Munley, director of sales and marketing, said one of the operator's main goals is to draw attention to these communities and what they have to offer.

"We have seven stops in between

Franklin Community Center Needs Your Help

by Christina James Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS Franklin Community Center, a nonprofit human service agency located at 10 Franklin Street, is in desperate need of some community assistance.

Having served Saratoga Springs for over 25 years, Franklin Community Center’s primary objective is to “send people out the door with whatever it is they came in looking for.” While the center provides countless services to the local community, including affordable housing, holiday assistance, and free furniture and clothing distribution, this summer they are struggling in particular with maintaining a stocked food pantry.

“We rely heavily on our community relationships for donations and people don’t think as much about donating this time of year. It’s tough to keep the shelves stocked in the summer,” said Bo Goliber, coordinator of development and volunteers at the center.

The center’s food pantry is designed for emergency use and dedicated to maintaining a friendly,

comfortable option for anyone who needs assistance. Last week, a local gentleman who had recently been laid off visited the pantry in desperation. “He needed to feed his wife and three kids for the weekend,” Goliber said. “His unemployment check didn’t arrive on time, so he came here.”

More and more people who have worked hard their entire lives are struggling to make ends meet.

Families even in Saratoga Springs are finding themselves having to choose between purchasing gas or prescriptions, and groceries.

Pantries like the one at Franklin Community Center are helping shoulder some of the burden.

With the typical donation rush surrounding Thanksgiving and Christmas still months away, the center is in need of support now more than ever. You can do your part by donating nonperishable items, making a monetary contribution (now possible online), or volunteering onsite. For a complete list of items you can donate or for more information about how to help, visit: www.franklincommunitycenter.org /.

and there is no shortage of small communities with shopping, dining and events," Munley said. "We're working with [them] to get the word out."

The Saratoga & North Creek Railway website (www.sncrr.com) will double as an entertainment guide, with an interactive "station map" feature that provides detailed information about upcoming events and activities at each stop.

"The new railroad will open up

potential travel, allowing people to reach our areas comfortably and quickly without enduring the high prices of gasoline," said Evelyn Wood, Town of Thurman supervisor.

"It could potentially increase tourism to our area as well."

Unique attractions like a fall foliage tour and winter ski trips to Gore are expected to be popular draws.

While Iowa Pacific is aimed at drawing tourism to the area, there is also the added benefit of providing access to other locations. With the connection to the national network in Saratoga Springs, tourists can

conveniently make their way toward North Creek from anywhere in the country.

"Perhaps my favorite aspect, though, is the ability for residents to travel to places such as New York City - or anywhere for that matter without having to drive all the way to a distant station," Wood said. "For the folks who live here, but work in a distant city, or those who just want to go out and see the sights, this will be a wonderful way to travel."

For more information about the Saratoga & North Creek Railway, visit www.sncrr.com.

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County Monitors Invasive Species continued from Page 1 community, and wondered what they are and why they are there. The reason is simple: FORECON, Inc., a forestry company contracted by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC), recently installed 134 “purple prism traps” throughout Saratoga County to monitor the progress of EAB.

The purple boxes, which have been a popular cause for curiosity since they were installed in early June, contain an EAB attractant.

They are not used to eradicate the species, but to inform researchers if a swarm has moved into our area.

Jeff Denkenberger of FORECON, Inc., said the boxes will only be used in the summer, when EAB is most common, and will be taken down in

August for assessment.

“We’re trying to monitor the spread because it is moving this way and will affect all of the ash trees throughout the state, which is going to have a big economic impact,” Denkenberger said. “Ash is a valuable timber species, a lot of furniture and other wood products are made from it.”

Currently, the coast is clear – there have not been any signs of this invasive species in our region, but that doesn’t mean your backyard will remain forever EAB-free.

The Asian beetle was first discovered in the United States in 2002 and has since spread across multiple states, including New York, killing over 50 million North American ash trees. Ash is common in our region, and is an important tree to many industries.

EAB targets all Ash varieties; they lay their eggs on the trees and the larvae tunnel underneath the bark, creating “galleries.”

According to Casey Holzworth, regional biologist at Spa State Park, the beetle kills its host tree by damaging the thin layer beneath the bark that supplies its water and nutrients.

Most affected trees will die within 2-4 years.

“One ash borer won’t do it – it’s not until you get a number of larvae in the same tree, but that can happen pretty fast,” Holzworth said.

Once the beetle arrives, it has the potential to devastate entire forests,

and it’s difficult to predict where EAB will head to next.

The species hasn’t been moving across the state in waves, there are hot spots, Holzworth said, “They’re jumping fairly large distances from one location to another.”

The beetle is currently most prevalent in Western New York, and although not every county has been infested, the state has quarantined the entire region. Downstate is also affected; infestations are being quarantined in Greene and Ulster counties as well.

Researchers believe EAB is being transported by humans, which is why quarantines and regulations have been put into effect.

The DEC and the Department of Agriculture and Markets (DAM) enacted a quarantine that restricts the movement of ash trees, ash products and firewood from all wood species in order to limit the potential introduction of EAB to other areas of the state.

“Insects spread from moving logs.

We’ve been focusing a lot on our campgrounds to avoid accidental spread,” Holzworth said.

Tourists flock to Northern New York to enjoy the great outdoors dur-

Photos provided ing the summer, which means there is a greater risk of transporting the invasive species. In areas like Saratoga County, where EAB has not been identified, firewood cannot be transported more than 50 miles unless it has been heat treated.

Like the purple “prism traps,” the firewood regulation is a safety precaution, and it should be taken seriously.

“There is potential that we could lose all ash trees,” Holzworth said.

“A lot of items are made from ash, one of the biggest is obviously baseball bats, and it would be a shame to not have that available.”

State Parks Representative Melissa Plemons said that, aside from following the confinements and firewood regulations, there are other ways to help monitor the spread. Being able to identify an ash tree and determine whether or not it looks healthy, and knowing how to recognize signs of EAB destruction is a good start.

“You can look for a few different things: very tiny D-shaped exit holes in the bark and S-shaped feeding tunnels below the bark, but you’re more likely to see die-off and crown thinning [sparse leaves at the canopy], or sprouts coming out from the bottom of the tree,” Plemons said.

She also said the beetles like sunny areas, and are more likely to travel in an open area than in a shady forest, which is why you probably noticed the perplexing purple boxes along the side of the road.

If you do locate signs of the beetle, call the EAB Hotline: 1-866-6400652. You can also find an abundanceof information on this invasive species on the DEC website: www.dec.ny.gov.

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The Circus is Coming!

EDUCATION Ballston Spa Students Receive Morley Literacy Award

Big Top Show Returns to Saratoga July 13 and 14 SARATOGA SPRINGS - Waldorf School is bringing Circus Smirkus, the acclaimed international youth circus, back to Saratoga Springs this summer, July 13 and 14, at the Saratoga Race Course on Union Avenue.

Shows will be at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. both days.

Tickets are $19.25 for adults (13+) and $16.25 for children (2 -12) and can be purchased locally at Crafter's Gallery (427 Broadway) and The Strike Zone (32 Ballston Avenue).

Tickets can also be purchased online at www.smirkus.org, or by calling 1-877-SMIRKUS. Circus Smirkus, which made its New York State debut in Saratoga Springs, is the only American youth circus to put on a full-season tour under its own big top. The show is full of talent and spectacle, with aerials, acrobatics, highwire, juggling, trapeze, clowning and an array of brilliant costumes. This year's tour continues the tradition of themebased shows with a nod to our Fourth Estate in a show titled Front Page Follies.

The Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs first brought Circus Smirkus to Saratoga Springs in 2007 as a fundraising and community outreach event, recognizing its potential as a high-profile family event to help kick off the best summer tourist season in Upstate New York. It didn't take long for Saratoga to fall in love with

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Malta Avenue Elementary School Principal Sharon D'Agostino presents fifth-grader Caitlyn Curcurito with her Maurice "Christopher" Morley Literacy Fund award.

Smirkus. Each year, the shows draw attendees from as far away as Texas and California to the Spa City.

Again this year, the Waldorf School's Magic Matinee program will bring children to the shows through several social service agencies thanks to grants from the Saratoga Springs Rotary Club, Stewart’s Foundation and the Golub Foundation, as well as donations made by area businesses and individuals.

For information on donating to or benefiting from the Magic Matinee, contact Gina Michelin at the Waldorf School at (518) 587-1381.

BALLSTON SPA - Four Ballston Spa elementary school graduates were recently recognized as exceptional readers.

Jillian Nitchman and Julia Willette-Spratt of Milton Terrace North Elementary School, Katelyn Dwyer of Wood Road Elementary, and Caitlyn Curcurito of Malta Avenue Elementary received the 2011 Maurice "Christopher" Morley Literacy Award for their determination and perseverance in reading. The Rotary Club of Ballston Spa presented the students with an embossed certificate of their achievement along with a gift card to a local bookstore.

The Literacy Fund was established three years ago to honor the legacy of former Village History Consultant Maurice "Christopher" Morley, who had a great impact on his community despite his lifelong struggle with dyslexia. The 89-year-old's story is featured in "Ballston Spa: Legacies Unlimited," in a chapter written by his mentee Ann Hauprich.

This year's award recipients will also receive a copy of "Ballston Spa: Legacies Unlimited" with Morley's autograph.

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Saratoga Hospital: At the Center of Excellence SARATOGA SPRINGS Saratoga Hospital's Women's Imaging Center, located at Wilton Medical Arts, has been designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology (ACR).

With this designation, ACR recognizes breast imaging centers that have earned accreditation in mammography, stereotactic breast biopsy, and breast ultrasound, including ultrasound-guided breast biopsy.

"Center of Excellence designation lets our patients know that our Women's Imaging Center meets or exceeds the highest standards in the nation. That - in addition to our expert, compassionate care - [this] is yet another reason for women to turn to us for mammograms and other breast health services," said Mildred Aviles, women's imaging center director.

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Ask the Financial Advisor

by Paul C. Hogan, CFA for Saratoga TODAY

Q:

Is there a rational way to invest in a volatile stock market?

A:Dollar-cost averaging helps steady your emotions.

Patience is key to building wealth over the long term and in a perfect world most investors understand this. Yet it’s very easy to let fear overwhelm you during stock market downturns and then to panic, sell, and lock in losses. On the flipside, when it’s a Bull Market it’s easy to get “irrationally exuberant” and jump from bandwagon to bandwagon only to discover afterward that you missed most of the ride.

Whether times are bullish or bear-

ish, an emotionally-driven approach can leave you with significant under performance and increased negative feelings. Since you don’t live in utopia, there is a solution that can help stabilize your emotions and potentially mitigate risk over the long term when investing. It’s called dollar-cost averaging.

Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) If you contribute methodically through a payroll deduction into your 401(k) or 403(b)(7), you are already implementing this practice.

DCA is a long-term investment strategy that involves investing a fixed dollar amount into a particular investment or portfolio at regular intervals. Since you always invest the same amount, you will purchase more shares when the price is low and fewer shares when the price is high.

Instead of investing lump sums, the idea is to average out the highs and lows. It takes advantage of the cyclical nature of the market and allows you to focus on long-term growth and ignore short-term market conditions. While this technique does not eliminate the possibility of losing money on an investment, it has proven to be an effective way of building wealth over the long term.

DCA is a plan of continuous investment in securities regardless of their inconsistent prices. Of course, you must consider your financial ability to continually purchase shares. Additionally, I only

recommend DCA when transaction fees are low. As with all investment methods, there is no performance guarantee, but DCA is a hassle-free approach.

The Cost of Market Timing DCA can help eliminate the stress of trying to time the market because you are always investing. Market timing is attempting to catch the market at its highest or lowest point hoping to maximize returns. I believe the investment adage, “Time in the market is more important than timing the market.” And research studies support this credo.

The evidence below is compelling and shows that market timing can be costly.

Missing the S&P 500 Stock Market’s Best Days 20-Year Returns (1991 – 2010) Time Period Average Annual Return (Price Appreciation Only) Invested for All Days = 6.9% Return 10 Best Days Missed = 3.3% Return 20 Best Days Missed = 0.9% Return 30 Best Days Missed = -1.1% Return 40 Best Days Missed = -3.0% Return Nobel Laureate William Sharpe found that market timers must be right an amazing 82 percent of the time just to equal the returns that buy-and-hold, long-term investors achieve. While long-term investors are steady, the market timer sweats over when is the best time to get in or out of the market. So being fully invested – even through a downturn – yields better investment results over the long term than trying to time the decline, removing capital from the stock market, and returning when “things are better.”

Systematic Withdrawal Plans When you retire, have college bills or other expenses, and need the money from your investments, DCA is also an efficient way to withdraw funds. Investment firms that offer systematic withdrawal plans provide a service whereby you receive a specific payment amount at predetermined intervals – generally monthly, quarterly, semiannually, or annually. The benefits are similar to when you were investing because money is withdrawn automatically regardless of share prices. This rational approach can also be calming because you don’t have to concern yourself with the daily fluctuations of the stock market.

In summary, DCA takes the guesswork out of investing and helps you benefit from price changes because you buy more shares when prices are low and fewer shares when they are high.

More than 100 years of stock market history highlights the fact that rallies occur when investors are least expecting them. Moreover, the beginning and end to a recession cannot be known until they have already occurred. Since no one can predict the future, including market upturns and downturns, and missing just a few of the best trading days can be devastating, I recommend a DCA strategy.

Fenimore Asset Management (Fenimore) is an independent investment advisory firm located in Cobleskill, NY and has been handselecting investments for almost four decades. Fenimore manages individual and institutional portfolios, and two mutual funds ? FAM Funds ? the FAM Value Fund and FAM Equity-Income Fund.

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Salsa & Spice and Everything Nice

by Yael Goldman Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS - A local company famous for its delicious homemade salsas is now living up to the second half of its name.

Saratoga Salsa & Spice Company, located at 398 Broadway in Saratoga Springs, recently introduced a new, interactive spice concept that makes it easier for novice and seasoned cooks to experiment in the kitchen.

The company is now offering more than 80 loose spices by the ounces, and owner John Knotek is encouraging you to stop in to taste, smell and learn about every one of them.

"The idea is for you to be able to come in and try everything," he said.

There's so much to choose from, spices from all points of the globe, from as far away as Indonesia, and including unique tastes like cardamom, saffron and Berbere. Knotek said he has 10 different chilis, both powdered and dried; 5 different varieties of curry, ranging from a sweet madras to the hotter varieties; and a handful of paprikas, including sweet, smoked, traditional, Hungarian and hot.

The company is also offering an array of sea salts on its shelves: smoked, Hawaiian, black lava (which is often used in Indian cooking), and a Celtic gray sea salt (which has slightly less sodium than traditional salts).

Signature seasonings and rubs have also been introduced.

"Our first goal was to get our arms around the spices. Hopefully by mid august, we'll introduce a line of loose custom-blended teas as well," he said.

The key, here, is accessibility - not only is the Saratoga Salsa & Spice making obscure spices available at your convenience, this model also ensures that you don't have to purchase more than you need.

Knotek explained that spices can lose their robustness over time, especially when they're sitting on a shelf for years at a time.

"Our goal with this model is to encourage [our customers] to cook with more vibrant, fresh spices," he said, explaining that the fresh spices offer the most robust flavor.

Knotek explained that many recipes call for different types of spices that either aren't available at the

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grocery store or are only offered in one quantity.

"The challenge is that you don't necessarily know if you're going to like them," he said.

"But we're bringing together a very extensive array of spices you won't be able to find anywhere else, and the best part is you can experiment and play with them, you can try new [spices] without having to commit to having all of those bottles in your cabinet."

If you do, however, decide to purchase enough of something to hold you over, Saratoga Salsa & Spice has also introduced a line of versatile spice jars that can be refilled at a

discount.

"There's a little bit of a green component going on here," he said.

With so many ways to expand your horizons, and put some flavor in your usual cooking routine, Saratoga Salsa & Spice is looking to become your local destination for global home cuisine.

"We are becoming more and more of a worldwide cooking community we all love to watch the Food Network," Knotek said. "Now folks can experience spices from around the world and become weekend warriors in the kitchen," he said.

For more information, visit www.saratogasalsaandspice.com.

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Fallon Welcomes New Consultant SARATOGA SPRINGS Fallon Wellness Pharmacy of Saratoga is pleased to announce that Judy Wyle has joined its staff as an Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant.

Ayurveda, referred to as the 5,000-year-old "mother of modern medicine," is the longest continually practiced health care system on earth. The method seeks to restore natural balance for rejuvenation and longevity through skilled analysis of a person's elemental constitution, or dosha, in order to create individualized lifestyle and dietary recommendations for harmonious living.

Wyle completed her studies at the Kripalu School of Ayurveda in 2007. She is also the owner of Joy of Yoga Studio, Saratoga's first and longest running yoga studio, where she has been instructing for over 22 years.

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Saratoga County Fourth-Graders Awarded The Saratoga County Board of Supervisors awarded four young artists the top prize in the “Growing Up Smoke Free” poster contest on June 21. The students’ submissions were reproduced by local artist Karin Vollkommer, framed, and then presented to them by Supervisor Arthur M. Wright and Board Chairman Thomas N. Wood, III. A Borders bookstore gift certificate was also awarded to the winners to be used by their school's library. The four winners were Dora Law, Charlton Heights Elementary School (1st Prize); Bryce North, Greenfield Elementary School (2nd Prize); Taylor Grabo, Francis L. Stevens Elementary School (3rd Prize); and Tanner Klingenberg, Division Street Elementary School (4th Prize).

If you see our Pa ‘Brian Gifford’on July 10th, tell him Happy 50th Birthday!

-Love your J Boys, Jerome & Jordan

Retiring BOE Member Jeff Piro Honored The Saratoga Springs Board of Education honored retiring board member Jeff Piro on Thursday, June 30. Piro, who has served on the school board since 1999, received a service award from the school board. Thank you for your 12 years of excellent service!

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Cadet Kelcie LaRoche Awarded Coast Guard Academy Honors

Carri Brennan Awarded Certified Nursing Assistant of the Year Carri Brennan was presented the Certified Nursing Assistant of the Year Award on June 24 at the Wesley Health Care Center. The award recognizes an individual nominated by administrators and peers who shows excellence in job performance.

Brennan (bottom right) is shown with Wesley Director of Nursing Cindy Labish and Wesley Administrator Dutch Hayward..

Interns Make a Difference at Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park Anyone who has ever been to the Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park (WWPP) has seen the important work that interns do there. As a small nonprofit organization, the preserve credits its interns with having an essential role in fulfilling their mission of conservation, education and recreation.

This week WWPP would like to thank intern Adeline Brym for her incredible contributions and commend newcomers Shabana Hoosein and Tessa Leverone on their excellent work so far. An immense amount of gratitude is owed to all the interns who help keep the preserve up and running.

From left to right: Shabana Hoosein, Tessa Leverone, Adeline Brym Photo taken by Pieter Litchfield

2010 Ballston Spa High School graduate Kelcie LaRoche was awarded a Gold Star, a cadet honor insignia for academic achievement at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy.

She is the first Ballston Spa graduate to receive a Military Academic Appointment. LaRoche also earned a Silver Star for obtaining an outstanding military score based on performance reports and reviewing superiors. Kelcie is the daughter of Bill and Marianne LaRoche.

Matt Olivo Graduates from Cornell

Matthew Olivo recently graduated from Cornell University with a Masters of Engineering Degree in Computer Science. A graduate of Saratoga Central Catholic and the University at Albany, he is the son of Phil and Lorna Olivo of Saratoga Springs.

Olivo has accepted a position as a software developer with Microsoft in Redmond, WA, and will be moving there at the end of July.

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Young Teen Dominates in JPGA Tournaments continued from Page 1 playing a lot of golf together, and my PGA professional coach at Airway Meadows Golf Club thought it was a good idea for me to register in the JPGA tournament."

In her very first year on the tournament circuit, Szekely captured five out of the six championships she competed for.

"I was surprised," she said of her early success. "I knew that I had an ability inside me, but I didn't know that it would come that fast!"

While some may be surprised at how quickly Szekely picked up the sport, Szekely herself attributes her

success to one simple thing: her motivation to be the best.

"I have this competitive part in my brain," she said. "I've always been competitive my whole entire life. I just see a lot of people play golf and I try to copy things off of them and try to do my best."

Now Szekely is on the golf course every day, practicing regularly with her father and with her coach, Brian Rhodes. For Szekely, the challenge of playing golf is one of her greatest joys, as is being out on the golf course itself.

"The golf course is just the most peaceful place I could be in the whole entire world," said Szekely.

"It's the only place I can think. It's the only place I'd want to be."

This year, Szekely has already competed in two JPGA tournaments, including her championship win at the Western Turnpike Golf Course, where she won with a score of 109 on the first day and 101 the second, totaling up to 210. The score was enough to secure the win, but Szekely has set an even higher standard for herself.

"I hope to get under 90 for 18 holes," she said. "Winning means absolutely nothing to me. I just want to know that I've done my best."

Only two years into her pursuit of the sport, Szekely has already begun

Saratoga Springs City Council

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS - At the Saratoga Springs City Council meeting on Tuesday, July 5, a presentation was delivered by Commissioner of Finance Ken Ivins that detailed a suggested allocation of Video Lottery Terminal (VLT) aid funds for 2011. Later in the meeting, a series of budget amendments and a resolution creating a tax stabilization reserve for the funds were passed unanimously. $1 million was to be placed in the reserve fund, the purpose being to lessen and/or prevent property tax increases. Earlier, public input was requested about VLT aid allocation, and reducing property taxes was the greatest response given.

About one-third ($496,000) of the VLT aid will be spent on capital and general fund items, including federally-mandated MUTCD (Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices) street signs, an upgrade to the city’s 911 system, police vehicles and license plate readers (it was noted that these are revenue-generators), Department of Public Works (DPW) trucks and paving around the Saratoga Casino and Raceway VLT facility.

There will be an almost-immediate impact to passing these provisions, as DPW Commissioner Anthony Scirocco stated that Jefferson Street would be paved from Crescent Street to Crescent Avenue on July 11-12.

In other council news: - Another step was taken in the Waterfront Park development. The council unanimously passed a provision for Mayor Scott Johnson to sign a $3,970 agreement with

Landmark Archeology, Inc. for an archeological review. This is a soil sampling to determine that there are no archeological issues at the site that would prevent development from proceeding.

- Commissioner of Accounts John Franck led a discussion about Club Shadow, and the decision on his part, under Municipal Code 136-35, to revoke the club’s eating and drinking permit following the incidents on June 24-26, which resulted in the emergency suspension by the State Liquor Authority (SLA) of their liquor license.

Commissioner Franck stated that he had reviewed several eyewitness accounts, with many long-time residents noting that they had never seen anything like what had occurred at the club and nearby. Saying that “if it’s not safe for police, it certainly is not safe for citizens,” Franck also noted that a second letter to the club

was forthcoming from his office, regarding false or misleading information given by the club and the need for a separate cabaret license that they did not have. He also stated that he intended to attend any future SLA hearing as the city’s representative.

The mayor and all the other commissioners spoke in support of Franck’s decision, as well as the swift and decisive action by the SLA in this matter.

- County Supervisor Matthew Veitch related the options that were discussed at a special Law and Finance Committee meeting to examine a number of expense reduction or revenue enhancement options to deal with a shortfall at the county that could reach as high as $9 million this year. The options ranged from exploring a sales tax increase to a hiring freeze, among other possibilities.

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Kayla Szekely (left) on the 9th green at Hiland Park Country Club. to think in the long term. Playing in the remaining JPGA tournaments this year is already a given - which in and of itself is remarkable considering Szekely was hardly interested in the sport two years ago.

"I plan on playing in the JPGA tournaments until I get to 18, if I'm not already in college," she said. "I hope to play college golf, and hopefully that will lead to the LPGA tour."

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Fireworks,Thunder and Pets Jill Sweet Whiskers and Tales How well did your pets handle the recent fireworks and thunderstorms?

Some pets take it all in stride and seem not to be bothered while others become terrified, hiding under beds, destroying curtains, screen doors, or gates so they can bolt and run away. If this last description sounds like your pet, you are not alone. Many pet owners find their furry four-legged companions suffer great anxieties when storms strike or celebratory cracks, pops and whistles go off.

Try to imagine what the Fourth of July must have been like for a dog that has a history of being anxious about fireworks. Perhaps his humans are throwing a barbeque party with their friends to celebrate Independence Day. There are lots of people talking loudly over music. The air smells of meat cooking, baked beans bubbling, marshmallows toasting over an open fire, lighter fluid, matches, and beer. People keep going in and out the back screen door, accidentally dropping scraps of rich party

food as they carry sagging paper plates wet from baked beans and coleslaw. The excited kids are running around with glow sticks. After the sun finally sets, everyone piles into their cars to go see the fireworks at a park. The dog is feeling sick from eating fallen party food and a few glow sticks, but he is brought along anyway because his humans didn't want to leave him behind. Once he is at the park, the dog discovers even more excited crowds and he perceives foreign odors that seem to signify fire and danger. Suddenly, there are flashes of light in the dark sky and strange loud noises. The noises and flashes keep happening again and again. They come faster and faster until they finally reach a terrible crescendo. For this pooch, his fight or flight instinct kicks in and he starts to shake, cower and tries to hide under a picnic table. After a time, all he wants to do is run away as fast as his four legs will carry him. Two hours later, he is found a mile from the park where he is picked up and taken to an animal shelter.

During Fourth of July festivities 20-30% more animals are "lost" than at any other time of year. On July 5 the shelters are full of dogs that chewed their way out of their yard, dashed out of an open screen door, or escaped out of an open window because they were frantic with fear.

Nevertheless, this sad situation does not need to happen. In our imaginary

story, what mistakes did the dog's humans make and what could they have done differently?

To begin, the humans and their guests needed to be vigilant about keeping the party food, the beer, the glow sticks, and the lighter fluid out of reach. All these things can be seriously harmful to a dog if ingested.

Next, they should not have taken the dog to the fireworks show. A better plan would have been to leave him home in a quiet room with the radio on playing soft music or a fan blowing to create white noise. Better yet, someone should have stayed home with the dog. That individual could try to distract him with toys to make the time pleasurable rather than frightening. This may or may not work, but the most important thing is for this individual to be confident, relaxed, and matter-of-fact so the dog will pick up on that positive energy rather than one of worry, fear, or pity for the dog. This is also the case for thunderstorms. If you are frightened, your dog will more likely pick up on your fears and also become anxious.

Free rabies vaccinations for dogs, cats and domestic ferrets available on the following Tuesdays: July 19, August 9, August 23, September 6, September 20, October 18, and November 15.

Donations are gladly accepted and for additional information please contact the Saratoga County Animal Shelter at (518) 885-4113.

Attention Volunteers: We Need YOU! The Saratoga County Animal Shelter Annex in Clifton Park Center needs volunteers to assist with animal care, feeding and storefront cleaning. Morning cleaners are needed daily from 9-11 a.m.

Volunteers are also needed for evening adoption hours: Monday through Friday from 6-8 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday Noon- 4 p.m.

The Annex is staffed entirely by volunteers from the local community. For more information contact: Jeanette Sparks (518) 2480355; netties1960@aol.com, or Deb Hollander (518) 542-1700; deb@cecnewyork.com. of stress for your pets, but you can help them get through it if you stay calm and confident. In closing, my guys, Moses, Sully, and Magic hope your guys have a safe and fun start to the summer of 2011!

Animals Available at the Saratoga County Animal Shelter for adoption.

For More Information Call (518) 885-4113.

Saratoga County 2011 Rabies Clinics 4-H Training Center 556 Middleline Road Ballston Spa, NY

In some very severe cases a pet may need medication to keep them calm through fireworks or storms, but that should never be done without consulting a veterinarian. Guessing about dosage, and the appropriate kind of tranquilizer, is dangerous since many human medications can be toxic for pets even at a low dose.

Having your pet chipped and wearing an identification collar and tag will be important should that pet bolt and take off in fear. Always have a phone number on the tags and/or collar. Also remember that as pets age they may become more fearful, so do not assume that since your companion never showed signs of anxiety before, that they won't experience terror as they age. And of course, never punish your pet for their anxiety, as this will only make things more traumatic for them.

Remember that fireworks are not just on the Fourth of July. All summer around Saratoga there can be fireworks at the track, SPAC, and Skidmore College. Fireworks, parties, and thunderstorms may be times

Guiness is a 5-year-old Kakia is a 1-year-old dalmation mix. She is deaf, but gets along with older children, cats and other dogs.

Logan is a 9-year-old shep-

Irish setter. She is housebroken and gets along with children, dogs and cats. She is a super sweet girl that needs a fenced-in yard and regular walks.

herd mix. He is housebroken and good with children, cats and other dogs. He was brought in because his owners could no longer care for him.

Little Bits is a male Pomeranian. His is 11 years old and was brought in because his owner passed away. He would do best in a quiet home with seniors.

Misty is an Australian cattle dog. She is only 2 years old and full of affection.

Misty is housebroken, has never been around children, but gets along well with other dogs and cats.

Sponsored by the Saratoga County Animal Shelter & Saratoga County Public Health Nursing Service.

Jeeter is a neutered male that is good with children, but would prefer to be the only pet. He is 5 years old and his owners were moving, but decided to leave him behind.

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Special supplement to Saratoga Today

Renovations and Low-Maintenance Plants

by Sharie FitzGibbon The Stubborn Gardener

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ith a bad lower back and an arthritic left knee and right ankle, gardening has become a bit more of a challenge these past few years. I find I don’t have the stamina I once did and all-day gardening marathons are out of the question.

This has led to my current project of renovating the entire garden to minimize pain and suffering of joints and generally lead to a more laid back gardening experience.

Last month, I focused on the high-maintenance plants I am getting rid of or at least relocating to wilder areas. This month, I want to tell you about the plants I am introducing that won’t require the constant care and fussing that many of my existing plants did. We’ll start with trees and shrubs this month and discuss perennials and annuals next month.

Here is where I get to tell you about my biggest, and favorite, garden mistake; biggest in that it will be the hardest to correct and favorite because I keep making it.

One of the things you must do when planning a new garden is figure out where to put the trees and shrubs first. They are, or will be, the largest features in your little patch of Eden and special care should be taken with their placement. Unless you’re like me when I first started and think you don’t need trees and the only shrubs you need are roses.

With time comes wisdom they say, and I’ve seen that trees and shrubs do indeed make a huge difference in the garden. These plants contribute winter-interest to the view, condos and fast-food for birds, and comfortable shade for you, depending on the varieties you choose. They also make wonderful accents and focal points to your garden, helping to draw the viewer’s eye to special areas. If you

have a scene that is better unseen, these plants can help you hide it.

Lastly, certain shrubs, with their dense branches and leaves, often reduce your weeding chores.

One tree to be added to my garden is the paperbark maple (Acer griseum). Originating from China, the paperbark maple is a slowgrowing tree that only reaches 2030 feet and approximately 15-20 feet in width. It is hardy to zone (30 degrees) and likes average garden soil. It will not tolerate drought, however, and is best grown in welldrained, moist soil.

What makes this tree special is its leaves and bark. The leaves are trifoliate, looking a bit like poison ivy (“leaves of three, let it be”), and turn a rich red in the fall. The bark is a lovely cinnamon color and peels off as it grows older, similar to a white birch. The only care this tree will require is protecting it from critters until it is big enough to fend for itself and raking the leaves for the compost pile once a year. My kind of plant!

To create a unique vertical accent, I am also adding 2 different columnar trees. The first is called ‘Sky Pencil’ holly and can be found in some local nurseries. This holly has small, smooth edged leaves, not the jagged edges usually associated with holly bushes. It is said to grow up to 10 feet tall and no more than 3 feet wide. I’ve had a small one for several years and my experience is that it is a slow grower and can be damaged by winter burn. If you grow this, you may want to buy an anti-transpirant to protect it from drying winter winds.

The second columnar tree is

‘Fine Line’ rhamnus (aka rhamnus ‘Ron Williams’). This one is harder to find – I ordered mine from Lazy S’s Farm in Virginia (http://www.lazyssfarm.com/) and was very pleased with my plants.

This tree grows faster than the hollies so I didn’t mind getting smaller plants. Also, unlike some in this family, ‘Fine Line’ does not set seed, so it will not become a nuisance and the ferny foliage is rarely bothered by insects or disease. The picture shows a five-year-old tree in my garden.

Moving down the scale to smaller shrubs, I’m adding several spiraeas and weigelas to the mix. Both these shrubs come in sizes ranging from petite to monsters – I’m aiming for the small to medium range, up to 3 -4 feet tall and wide. Both stay shapely and will take the occasional hard pruning if they get too big. They are some of the toughest plants out there and are not bothered by either extreme cold or insects in my experience.

Weigela and spiraea both have many varieties with colorful leaves.

I love plants with odd colored leaves; they break up the monotony of green and add a little spice to the panorama. For a splash of yellow, spiraea ‘Golden Elf’ fits the bill with a mound of chartreuse leaves and delicate pink flowers in the spring. It only gets 2 feet tall and about 3 feet wide. Weigela ‘Minor Black’ is similar in scale, but has dark purple leaves and pink flowers.

I hope you are enjoying this series! For more on my garden, please visit my blog at: http://stubborngardener.blogspot.com/.

“With time comes wisdom they say, and I’ve seen that trees and shrubs do indeed make a huge difference in the garden. ”

Sharie FitzGibbon • Saratoga Today

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Lawn Care: Fighting the Summer Heat with Efficient Watering

by Daniel Schechtman Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS Summer weather can be harsh on a lawn. Even the most lawn-conscious homeowner can be helpless against a summer heat wave.

One of the most effective ways to help a lawn combat summer heat is to water the lawn as efficiently as possible. Moving a sprinkler from one zone to another can be effective but time consuming. Instead, consider the benefits of installing your own underground sprinkler system.

"If you're a fanatic about your

lawn, someone who is meticulous about the way your house looks and your curb appeal, an automatic sprinkler system is a wonderful thing to have," said TR Pennell co-manager of Allerdice Hardware's rental division.

When setting up an automatic sprinkler system, there are several things property owners should be aware of to make sure they install an efficient and effective system. First, it is important to draw a preliminary diagram, planning where the underground pipes should be laid and how many different zones you will

need to effectively water your lawn.

"Depending on how large a lawn you have, you'll have to decide on how many zones you need, because you can't water all the zones at once," said Pennell, who indicated that for folks with half an acre lot or larger, most homes simply don't have enough water pressure to water the lawn all at once.

"You can generally place five or six sprinkler heads per zone, which can spray up to about a 30 foot range. You'll also want to adjust the heads to spray in a full circle, half circle, or maybe a separate zone for plants and shrubs for the most efficient watering," said Pennell.

When setting up your sprinkler system, make sure you aren't wasting water on the pavement.

Be sure sprinklers are placed in spots where no water will be overshooting the lawn and landing on unnecessary surfaces.

Adjust the sprinkler heads so all the available water ends up on the grass where it belongs.

Whether watering with a sprinkler system or using a more traditional method, it's typically best to begin watering your lawn early in the day. Evaporation loss is lowest in the early morning, typically between the hours of 5 - 10 a.m. This is a better time to water than at night, when watering could lead to fungal disease.

"The best time to water is early morning so you don't wind up with a burnt lawn," said Pennell.

"It helps to keep your lawn from

getting dry during the day."

If you are considering installing an automatic sprinkler system for your home, the good news is that, generally speaking, the system requires little maintenance once it has been installed.

"Unless you're hitting a head when you're cutting the grass or you're driving a stake in the ground and you hit a pipe, they're pretty straightforward to maintain, and usually easy fixes," said Pennell.

As far as upkeep is concerned, make sure you have a fairly powerful compressor for the end of the season. It is important to make sure there is no water sitting in the pipes as the colder weather approaches, which could lead to frozen water and burst pipes.

For more information on automatic sprinkler systems, or for all of your hardware and home improvement needs, visit Allerdice Hardware at one of their many locations in Saratoga Springs, Malta or Milton, or visit them on the web at www.allerdice.com.

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Giant Hogweed: Look, But Don’t Touch!

An Invasive Species Raises Big Concerns:

How do you identify giant available on the Department of Environmental Conservation hogweed?

Giant hogweed (Heracleum mantegazzianum) is a federally listed noxious weed that has been sighted increasingly across New York State. While primarily clustered curruently in central and western New York, sightings have been reported as close as Washington and Albany Counties and is regarded as a threat to spread to all areas of the state. Giant hogwood seeds can be distributed by birds and waterways, and can remain viable for over 10 years.

Giant hogweed’s sap, in combination with moisture and sunlight, can cause severe skin and eye irritation, painful blistering, permanent scarring and blindness.

Contact between the skin and the sap of this plant occurs either through brushing against the bristles on the stem or breaking the stem or leaves.

It is important to know how to correctly identify giant hogweed, and what to do when you encounter it:

Giant hogweed is a biennial or perennial herb in the carrot family which can grow to 15 feet or more.

Its hollow, ridged stems grow 2-4 inches in diameter and have dark reddish-purple blotches. Its large compound leaves can grow up to 5 feet wide. It has white flower heads that can grow up to 2 1/2 feet in diameter. Some other plants look very similar. If you need additional information or assistance in identifying your plant, you may call the New York Department of Environmental Conservation at (845) 256-3111. You will be asked to describe the plant height, stem color, leaf shape, flower color and shape, as well as give directions to the plant site. If you can take digital photos and email them to ghogweed@gw.dec.state.ny.us, it would also help to identify your plant.

What to do if you come in contact: This plant poses a serious health threat; see your physician if you think you have been burned by giant hogweed. If you think you have giant hogweed on your property, do NOT touch it.

How to control hogweed:

giant

Giant hogweed can be controlled manually, mechanically, and with herbicides.

In some cases, a giant hogweed infestation is best controlled using several different methods in combination or in succession - in other words, a two, three, or even fourpronged attack plan.

Detailed instructions are

website at: www.dec.ny.gov/docs/lands_forest s_pdf/ghcontrol.pdf.

The final part to any control method is to plant grasses or other vegetation to provide competition for giant hogweed and decrease soil erosion.

In order for your control effort to be successful, you will have to ensure that no additional seeds are being introduced to the area. But with no influx of seed and a few years of persistent control efforts, giant hogweed plants can be eradicated.

• Manual and mechanical control methods include root cutting, flower head and seed removal, cutting and mowing and cut and cover.

Except for root cutting, manual control will not cause immediate death of the plant. All other methods will need two to three treatments per year for several years to deplete the root reserves and kill the plants. All methods will need to occur for multiple years until no new plants grow from the seed bank. Monitor the site for at least three more years to make sure no new seedlings appear.

• Herbicide control: Giant hogweed is susceptible to systemic herbicides, such as glyphosate and triclopyr. The application of these herbicides is effective and cost efficient and can be used for the con-

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Giant Hogweed can grow taller than 15 feet. trol of a single plant or large stands of giant hogweed. These systemic herbicides will be absorbed by the leaves and will move into the root to prevent re-growth the following year.

Apply the herbicide between March and early June when hogweed leaves are green and actively growing. A follow-up treatment, in July or August, may be needed for the plants that did not die from the first herbicide application. It is easiest to spray before the plants grow overly tall.

To be successful in eradicating giant hogweed, herbicide treatments (or another control method) will have to be repeated for a few years, in order to kill the plants missed the prior year as well as the plants emerging from the seed bank.

- Source: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

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... and don’t forget dessert!

BBQ Beer Baby Back Ribs Ingredients

Directions

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- Place ribs in a shallow pan - Pour beer over ribs and add fresh thyme and squeeze fresh lemon - Flip ribs over to thoroughly coat and marinate for 1 – 3 hours in the refrigerator - Combine BBQ sauce, beer and garlic and marinate for 1 – 3 hours in the refrigerator - Oil and season ribs well with salt and pepper - Preheat barbecue on high and reduce temperature to medium - Place ribs on grill, close lid and cook for 15 minutes - Baste well with beer BBQ sauce, close lid and cook for another 15 minutes or until fully cooked (use a thermometer to verify internal temperature of 145 degrees) - Top ribs with beer BBQ sauce and serve with your favorite summer sides

Baby back ribs, 4 each Beer (for marinating), 2 cups for every 4 ribs Fresh thyme, 6 sprigs for every 4 ribs Fresh lemon, 2 each for every 4 ribs Oil, as needed Salt and pepper, 2 tsp. per rib BBQ sauce, 1 cup for every 4 ribs Beer (for sauce), 2 oz. for every 4 ribs Garlic, fresh, 2 Tbs. for every 4 ribs

Mini Coffee Ice Cream Sundaes 4 servings Prep Time: 25 minutes Ingredients - 2 cups Breyers coffee ice cream - Salted caramel sauce* - Almond whipped cream** - 1 shot espresso coffee - 4 amaretto cookies - Chocolate-covered coffee beans Arrange 2 (1/4-cup) scoops ice cream in 4 demitasse coffee cups. Drizzle with salted caramel sauce, then top with almond whipped cream. Pour a little espresso into each cup, then garnish with cookies and coffee beans. *For salted caramel sauce, bring 3/4 cup sugar and 1/4 cup water to a boil over high heat in heavy-duty saucepan until caramel-colored. Remove from heat, Slowly stir in 1/2 cup whipping or heavy cream. Let cool, then stir in 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Let stand at room temperature until ready to use. **For almond whipped cream, whip 1/2 cup whipping or heavy cream, 1 teaspoon sugar and 2 drops almond extract in mixing bowl with electric mixer until soft peaks form. Chill until ready to serve.

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Safer Swimming: A Campaign for Pool Safety Drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury death to children ages 1 to 14, according to the Centers for Disease Control and

Prevention.

- In many Sunbelt states, it's the leading cause of death.

- Children ages 5 and younger are

at the highest risk, accounting for 76 percent of all reported drowningrelated fatalities.

- The U. S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) ) found that the majority of all drownings in the 1-5 age group were associated with pools, and nearly half of those victims were last seen in the house.

"Drowning is swift and silent.

There is no splashing sound or cry for help," says Kim Burgess, executive director of the National Drowning Prevention Alliance.

"That's why parents need to be aware of the danger and install alarms to alert them and barriers to delay a child's unsupervised access to a

swimming pool, hot tub or other backyard water feature."

Burgess adds: "Barriers can buy parents the precious time needed to recover from a brief lapse in supervision. But remember, if a child is

missing, check the pool area first."

Submersion Injuries The CPSC reports that between 2008 and 2010, there were, on average, 5,100 pool- or-spa-related submersion injuries involving children younger than 15 years of age treated in emergency departments. Many suffer profound, permanent brain damage, requiring life-long skilled nursing care.

“For every child that drowns in a pool or spa, it's estimated another 10 are treated for submersion injuries.�

Pool Safety While no national law requires residential swimming pool barriers, Congress passed the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act in December 2007. The statute requires anti-entrapment drain covers and other safety devices in all public pools. Anti-entrapment drain covers are designed to fit over pool drains to keep swimmers from getting trapped underwater due to drain suction. The covers feature an inner frame that fits into the pool drain and an outer cover designed to prevent a person from becoming trapped in the drain.

But the law does not require antientrapment drain upgrades in private home pools and hot tubs. Nor does it mandate swimming pool barriers.

Rather, it mandates a public safety education program.

As a result, the CPSC created the Pool Safely campaign in May 2010.

The law also provided funding that enabled the CPSC to contract with

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continued from Page 20 national safety nonprofit organizations, such as the National Drowning Prevention Alliance, Safe Kids USA and the Home Safety Council to promote the Pool Safely campaign and create their own outreach initiatives.

The National Drowning Prevention Alliance asks everyone to reduce risk by following the Safer 3 program developed by the Swim for Life Foundation:

Safer Water - Isolate the pool from the house and yard area by surrounding it with a fence and self-closing and self-latching gate.

- Install door, child immersion and pool alarms and locking pool and spa covers. Several barriers provide backup in case one fails.

- Prevent children's unsupervised access to any body of water, including natural ones, bathtubs, buckets, coolers and toilets.

Safer Kids - Designate a "water watcher" to ensure constant, attentive adult supervision during water recreation and at bath time.

- Teach children water safety and swimming skills. Parents and child caregivers should also know how to swim proficiently.

- Check the pool area or other water features first if a child is missing.

Safer Response - Know CPR with rescue breathing.

- Keep a phone and reaching and throwing aids near the pool.

- Develop an emergency action plan and make sure everyone knows it.

Remember, simple steps save lives. So please, Pool Safely! For more information, visit: www.NDPA.org, www.PoolSafely.gov and www.Safer3.com.

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Isolate the pool from the house and yard area by surrounding it with a fence and self-closing and self-latching gate.

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Safe Grilling is No Accident!

Holiday weekends are the perfect time to grill your favorite foods with family and friends. But

when you fire up the grill, make sure you keep safety in mind.

"Each year, there are about

7,700 fires associated with grilling and more than 17,000 people go to emergency rooms with burns from grilling," said Lorraine Carli, vice president of communications for the National Fire Protection Association. "It's important to take a few simple steps to prevent fires and injuries while using your outdoor grill."

Safety Tips: • Keep grills at least 10 feet away from your home, garage, porch and deck, and anything else that can catch fire.

• Keep children and pets at least 3 feet away from the grill.

• Never leave the grill unattended.

• Always follow the manufacturer's instructions when using a gas grill.

• Check the hose and connections before using a gas grill.

Apply soapy water to hoses and connections to reveal leaks.

• When using a charcoal grill, never use any flammable

liquids other than starter fluid propane cylinders in garages or enclosed buildings. If you plan on to start the fire.

"It's also important to remember that charcoal and propane grills should only be used outside in a well-ventilated area," said Lisa Melton, an assistant vice president with Amica Insurance.

Also, when it's time to pack away your grill at the end of summer, remember to never store

storing the grill indoors during the winter, always disconnect the cylinder and leave it outside.

But for now, it's barbecue season! Remember that grilling fires and injuries are often preventable, so take a few simple precautions to keep your summer grilling safe and enjoyable.

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Moving? Nine Tips to Avoid Getting Scammed Each year, about 15 million American households move, and in the current challenging economy, many may be tempted to choose a mover based on the price alone.

Unfortunately, disreputable movers make a business out of baiting customers with very low estimates and then adding on unreasonable charges or even holding the customer’s household goods hostage for exorbitant ransom.

Taking the time to choose a mover wisely is well worth it.

“Anyone with a website can claim to be a mover,” said Carl Walter, vice president of Mayflower, one of the oldest moving companies in the country. “It’s important to do some homework to avoid falling victim to a scam that could add thousands of dollars to the price of a move. There are a number of red flags that make disreputable movers stand out, but to recognize them you have to know what to look for ahead of time. The best way to know if a prospective mover is doing something wrong is to know the right way from the start.”

By planning ahead and doing some simple research, people can reduce their risk of falling victim to disreputable movers. Mayflower offers the following tips for people who are planning a move: • Go with a name you know –

Find three moving companies that have offices in your area and have been in business for at least 10 years.

• Get a referral – Word of mouth is the strong indicator of reliability – ask friends, family, neighbors and colleagues.

• Ask for an in-home estimate – Transportation charges are based not only on the distance of the move, but also on the weight of the items being moved. To ensure that your estimate is accurate, have the moving company come and look at the items you need to move.

• Don’t be hooked by the lowest price – Disreputable movers often lure customers with lowball prices and then hit them with unreasonable charges or, in extreme cases, even hold their belongings for ransom.

Get three estimates – if one is much lower than the others - that’s a red flag.

• Be sure the company is who it says – Some disreputable movers try to lure customers in by using names that are very similar to reputable companies. Check the reputable company’s website to make sure the local agent is affiliated with the brand name it is claiming.

• Don’t pay up front – Typically you should not be required to pay a deposit to have your items moved.

Most companies request payment at

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the time of delivery.

• Do your research – If you are moving interstate, go to protectyourmove.gov to find out if a mover is licensed for interstate moves by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

•Get it in writing – Ask for pickup and delivery dates in writing.

• Know your rights – Request a copy of “Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move,” a brochure created by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration that outlines consumers’ rights. Federal law requires movers to give this to customers prior to an interstate move.

“When you move, you allow people you don’t know to drive away with everything you own,” Walter said. “It’s important to make the right choice.”

For more moving tips and to download the “Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move” brochure, visit www.Mayflower.com.

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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.

www.saratogasynagogue.org Services: Sat. 9:30 AM, Mon. & Thurs. 7:30 AM, 3rd Fri. each month 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.

Cornerstone Community Church Associate Pastor Paul Shepherd located in the Malta Commons of Malta Contact: 518-899-7001 mycornerstonechurch.org Services: Sundays at 10:30 am 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.

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.

Grace Community Church of Malta service locations Wed. 7:30pm - Good Times Restaurant, Lake Rd. 2nd Floor Fri. Saratoga Chapel - 7:30pm, corner of Eastline & Lake Rd. Sun. 10am - Comfort Suites, Clifton Park Northway EX. 11 next to Chili's

Christ Community Reformed Church 1010 Route 146, Clifton Park Contact: 371-7654; www.ccrc-cpny.org.

Services: Sundays 9:15 & 11 a.m.

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.

Christ Episcopal Church Corner of Routes 50 and 67, Ballston Spa Contact: 885-1031.

Services: Sunday 8, 10 a.m.

Highway Tabernacle Church 90 River Road, Mechanicville Contact: 664- 4442.

Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Congregation Shaara Tfille 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-2370.

Hope Church 206 Greenfield Avenue, Ballston Spa Contact: 885-7442.

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

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Friday, July 8, 2011 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.org.

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.oldsaratoga-reformedchurch.org Services: Sunday at 10:30am.

Handicapped accessable.

Old Stone Church Affiliated with the American Baptist Churches 159 Stone Church Rd., Ballston Spa, NY 518-583-1002 Sunday: 9:00 AM Adult Sunday School 10:30 AM Service 11:45 AM Coffee and Fellowship in Living Stone Hall Wednesday: 12:00 Pot Luck Luncheon 1:00 PM Choir rehearsal, 2:00 PM Bible Study Group 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 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 at 5 p.m. with Holy Communion. Sundays at 8:30 and 11 a.m. with Holy Communion.

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

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; saratogaabundantlife.org Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

Saratoga Chabad 130 Circular St., Saratoga Springs Contact: 526-0773; saratora@aol.com www.saratogachabad.com

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Saratoga Friends Meeting (Quaker) Corner of Routes 32 and 71, Quaker Springs Contact: 587-7477; 399-5013.

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

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.

Saratoga Seventh-Day Adventist Church 399 Union Avenue Saratoga Springs Contact: 882-9384 www.saratogasda.org Sabbath School: 10:00 am Worship Service: 11:30 am 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.

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local briefs 2011 Good Scout Award Reception at the Track Held at the Saratoga Race Course on Monday, August 8, this reception sponsored by the Twin Rivers Council Boy Scouts honors Dr. Janice White and will feature Congressman Chris Gibson handing out the Good Scout Award.

The gathering begins at 11 a.m. with the program and lunch beginning at 11:45 and post time of 1 p.m. Tickets are $150 and include clubhouse admission for the day, a buffet lunch and a trackside view of the races. For tickets and sponsor information,visit www.trcscouting.org.

Book Sale Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. The Book Bag Shop will conduct a one-day 10 cent paperback sale Tuesday, July 12 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. in the Community Room.

questions about business and technology including computers, iPads, iPhones and more. For more information, contact Robert at (518) 290-0812 or visit http://www. prestwickchase.com/tech-time.

Blue Star Museums The Blue Star Museums program offers free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families from now through Labor Day. The program is a partnership with more than 1,300 museums across America. The regional museums that are part of the Blue Star Museums are: The Albany Institute of History and Art in Albany, Children’s Museum of Science & Technology in Troy, Adirondack Museum in Blue Mountain Lake, The Farmers’ Museum in Cooperstown, Fenimore Art Museum in Cooperstown and USS Slater, DE 766 in Albany. To find out more about the program go to http://www.arts.gov/national/ bluestarmuseums.

Photography Exhibit Sale to Benefit Campers St. Peter Lutheran Church, 2776 Route 9, Malta will be holding its annual tag sale on August 13 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The proceeds of this tag sale will be used to send local children to day camp and other local ministry. Donations of household items, craft items and usable clothing can be brought to the church. Please call (518) 583-4153 to arrange for a drop off time.

Lawn Sale Old Stone Church, Stone Church Rd & Rte. 29w, Milton Come browse and buy on July 15 and 16 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day. Refreshments will be for sale as well.

Call Ann at (518) 885-4034 for more information.

Tech Time TECH Time is being held on the following Tuesdays from 1:30 4:30 p.m. at Prestwick Chase at Saratoga July 12, 26, August 2, 9, 16 and 23. Meet with Apple and business consultant Robert Braathe to ask

Kathy Hedgeman from Ballston Spa and Rich Johnson from Porter Corners will have an exhibit of their photography at the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Library during the month of July. The exhibit is free to the public.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) If you are looking for support in losing weight in a sensible manner, please join us at either of the two meetings listed below.

Wesley Health Care Center, Day Activity Room, 133 Lawrence St, Saratoga Springs We meet every Thursday at 7 p.m., with weigh-ins from 5:45-6:45.

Trinity United Methodist Church, 155 Ballard Rd. Wilton We meet every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., with weigh-ins from 5:30-6:30. Annual membership is $26 with monthly dues of $5.

Vacation Bible School Trinity United Methodist Church, 155 Ballard Rd., Wilton Join us for a fun-filled week of

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bible lessons, games, snacks and friends. Open to children entering Kindergarten through sixth grade, this camp runs from 9 a.m. - noon July 11-15. To register, please call Megan at (518) 587-5805.

Summer History Camp The Parks Bentley Place, 53 Ferry Blvd, South Glens Falls has open registration for the Summer History Camp with the focus on the Civil War. This program is open to children who have completed grades 3, 4, and 5. The program is August 10 - 12 from 9 a.m. - noon.

For more information regarding the program please call Nancy Puriton at (518) 761-0514 or njphockeymom@yahoo.com.

Mini Masters Art Camp Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Dr. Children ages 5-9 will learn about famous artists and their work as they become secret agents constructing mosaic maps, inventors creating their very own machines and author/illustrators designing cartoons and/or writing books.

Children ages 5-7 must attend with parent. Camp runs July 11-July 15 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. daily. Malta residents pay $54, and non-residents pay $59. Please register 1 week prior to class by calling (518) 899-4411.

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Please register for the following events by calling the Chamber at (518) 584-3255 or visiting Saratoga.org.: Women's Business Group On Tuesday, July 12 at Springwater Bed and Breakfast, 94 George St., join us from 5-6:30 p.m. for a chance to connect with other women in the area. $10 with reservation.

Dare to Dream Gala The Prevention Council is pleased to announce that its 4thAnnual Dare to Dream Gala will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, August 15, at the Hall of Springs in Saratoga Spa State Park.

Entertainment will be provided by Soul Session, featuring Garland Nelson. For more information about this event or prevention

efforts in Saratoga County, call (518) 581-1230, or visit www.preventioncouncil.org.

National Museum of Dance Resource Room The National Museum of Dance has established a Resource Room containing more than 1,000 books in multiple languages, thousands of magazines dating as far back as the 1920s, and programs and playbills from performances by well-known artists and troupes. All materials are accessible to museum visitors and can be used on location throughout business hours. The National Museum of Dance and Resource Room are currently open Tuesday-Sunday from 10 a.m. 4:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.dancemuseum.org.

Saratoga Springs Debtors Anonymous Meeting Changes Day/Time The Saratoga Debtors Anonymous weekly meeting has changed its meeting time to Tuesdays, from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, on the corner of 5th and Henning Roads.

Do you have a tendency to live on the edge- paycheck to paycheck, taking risks with health and car insurance coverage, writing checks hoping money will appear to cover them? If so, then Debtors Anonymous may be helpful to you.

There are no dues or fees; the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop incurring unsecured debt.

To contact the Saratoga Springs DA meeting directly, email: saratogadebtbusters123@gmail.com. For further information about Debtors Anonymous and to a find listing of other in-person, phone or online meetings in the Greater Capital District area go to: www.debtorsanonymous.org.

Vendors Needed The Saratoga-Wilton Elks Ladies Auxiliary is looking for flea market vendors for an indoor market to be held September 25 at the Lodge, 1 Elks Lane from 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The cost for an eight foot table space will be $15 each paid in advance.

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

upcoming town meetings

Town of Ballston: Ballston Town Hall 323 Charlton Road • 885-8502 www.townofballstonny.org 7/12: Jenkins Park Advisory Board, 7 p.m.

Village of Ballston Spa: 66 Front Street • 885-5711 www.ballstonspany.org 7/11: Board of Trustees meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Town of Greenfield: 7 Wilton Road • 893-7432 www.townofgreenfield.com 7/12: Planning Board meeting, 7 p.m.

7/14: Town Board meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Town of Malta: 2540 Route 9 • 899-2818 www.malta-town.org 7/11: Historic Preservation Review Commission meeting, 7 p.m.

Town of Milton: 503 Geyser Road • 885-9220 www.townofmiltonny.org 7/13: Planning Board meeting, 7 p.m.

City of Saratoga Springs: 474 Broadway • 587-3550 www.saratoga-springs.org 7/11: Planning Board workshop, 5 p.m.

7/11: Zoning Board of Appeals workshop, 6:30 p.m.

7/11: Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, 7 p.m.

7/12: Design Review Commission workshop, 5 p.m.

7/13: Planning Board meeting, 7 p.m.

Town of Saratoga: 12 Spring Street, Schuylerville 695-3644 www.townofsaratoga.com 7/11: Town Board meeting, 7 p.m.

Village of Schuylerville: 35 Spring Street • 695-3881 www.villageofschuylerville.org 7/12: Board of Water Management meeting, 7 p.m.

7/13: Board of Trustees meeting, 7 p.m.

Town of Stillwater: 66 East St., Riverside Mechanicville, NY 12118 www.stillwaterny.org Town of Wilton: 22 Traver Road • 587-1939 www.townofwilton.com Saratoga County Board of Supervisors: 40 McMaster St., # 1 Ballston Spa, NY 12020-1985 (518) 885-2240 www.saratogacountyny.gov 7/11: Planning IDA meeting, 8 a.m.

7/11: Equalization and Assessment Committee meeting, 2:30 p.m.

7/11: Buildings and Grounds Committee meeting, 3 p.m.

7/11: Public Health Committee meeting, 4 p.m.

7/12: Public Safety Committee meeting, 3 p.m.

7/12: Social Programs Committee meeting, 3:30 p.m.

7/12: Public Works Committee meeting, 4 p.m.

7/13: Law and Finance Committee meeting, 4 p.m.

7/13: Board of Supervisors Agenda meeting, 5 p.m.

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8 -july 15 events Friday, July 8 English Spoken Here Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. For those from other countries looking to improve their English.

Begins at 9:30 a.m. in the Glasby Room. Open to all.

Karner Blue Butterfly Walk Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park The walk will leave at 10:30 a.m. from the parking lot on Route 50, which is just less than 4 miles past Wilton Mall, and will take place on the Old Gick Farm trail. The walk should last about an hour and cover a mile of gently rolling terrain. For more information, please contact the Park Office at

(518) 450-0321 or visit www.wiltonpreserve.org.

Greenfield Farmers’ Market through Sept. 3 Middle Grove Town Park, Middle Grove Road From 4 -7 p.m. every Friday, come to buy your fresh produce for your weekend grilling.

Saturday, July 9 Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market Fresh produce, flowers, meats, crafts and more! 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays, and Thursdays from 3-6 p.m. at Wiswall Park, Front Street in Ballston Spa. (518) 885-2772.

Saratoga Outdoor Farmers’ Market High Rock Park, High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs From 9 a.m.-1 p.m. enjoy Saratoga’s premier market featuring meats, local produce, eggs, soaps, seasonal items and more. For more information, call (518) 638-8530.

North Woods Tours Skidmore College, North Broadway, Saratoga Springs Today’s tour and the tour on July 30 will focus on the cultural history of the North Woods. These

HELPING HANDS Organization

Project Linus Mission Project Linus is comprised of hundreds of local chapters and thousands of volunteers across the United States. Each volunteer and local chapter all work together to help us achieve our mission statement: First, it is our mission to provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through the gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans, lovingly created by volunteer “blanketeers.”

Second, it is our mission to provide a rewarding and fun service opportunity for interested individuals and groups in local communities for the benefit of children.

How to Help We are always in need of your help to assist us in fulfilling our mission.

Some ways to help include: donating homemade blankets by becoming a “blanketeer,” volunteering at a local chapter (or open your own chapter), making a tax-deductible donation to our national organization, or helping us earn funds while you shop many popular websites and/or perform Internet searches.

Contact www.projectlinus.org/ or call JoAnne at (518) 233-7247 or wmarcario@msn.com.

programs begin with an informational session in room 282 of Bolton Hall at 1:30 p.m. The walk will set out from the Palamountain Hall lobby at 2 p.m. The walk will follow some of the area’s historic carriage trails. The tour on July 23 will focus on various aspects of local history, flora and fauna. The walk will start at 2 p.m. and will meet at the kiosk near the Falstaff’s pavilion on the Skidmore College campus. For further information on the North Woods, contact Riley Neugebauer, sustainability coordinator at Skidmore, (518) 580-5865 or email rneugeba@skidmore.edu.

Tang Museum Family Day Children ages 5 and up with an adult can enjoy a brief tour of a current Tang exhibition followed by a hands-on art activity. Free and open to the public. From 2-3:30 p.m. at the Tang Museum, Skidmore College. For reservations and information, call (518) 580-8080.

Sunday, July 10 Breakfast Buffet at the VFW Gurtler Bros. VFW Post 420, 190 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs Join us in this delicious breakfast buffet from 8-11 a.m. Adults $6, seniors and military $5, children (ages 5 to 12) $5. Takeout available.

For more information, call (518) 584-9686.

Summer Stroll Tours begin at 10:30 a.m. Allow 90 minutes for each tour. Cost is $5 per person for members and $8 for non-members. For more information, or to make a reservation please call: (518) 587-5030 or go to www.saratogapreservation.org.

Today’s tour is entitled: Here Lies Saratoga’s Past, Part II: The

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Greenridge Cemetery. Please meet at Greenridge Place, Cemetery Entrance.

Abner Doubleday Classic Brookside Museum hosts The Abner Doubleday Classic game held at Doubleday Field in Ballston Spa at 1 p.m. The public is invited.

For more information about the game, call (518) 885-4000 or email sstrevy@brooksidemuseum.org.

Hidden Holocaust Children Saratoga Chabad, 130 Circular St. Professor Suzanne Vromen will speak on her book, “Hidden Children of the Holocaust: Belgian Nuns and Their Daring Rescue of Young Jews from the Nazis.” The program begins at 7 p.m. with a cost of $10. For more information or to RSVP, call (518) 526-0773 or email saratora@aol.com.

Monday, July 11 English Spoken Here Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. This class for those learning our language begins at 9:30 a.m. in the Glasby Room. Open to all.

Prestwick Chase Farmers’ Market 100 Saratoga Blvd., Saratoga Springs Every Monday from 3-6 p.m. shop with local vendors offering fresh produce, meats, and other local goods. Open to the general public.

Camp Saratoga 5K This series of runs will be held at 6:15 p.m. on Monday evenings July 11, July 25, August 8 and August 22. Registration is $5 day-of. This is a low-key, fun event. For more

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information, call Laura Clark at (518) 581-1278 or email info@saratogastryders.org or visit www.saratogastryders.org.

Tuesday, July 12 Story Time Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. The following programs require no registration and meet in the Crawshaw Story Room.

• Toddler Story Time for children ages 24-42 months from 9:30-9:50 a.m., • Preschool Story Time for children ages 42 months to 5 years from 10:15-10:45 a.m.

• Preschool Story/Craft Program for children ages 42 months to 5 years from 2-2:45 p.m.

Summer Film Festival: “Diva” Skidmore College, North Broadway, Saratoga Springs Showing at 8 p.m. in Emerson Auditorium. For information, call (518) 580-5599.

Wednesday, July 13 Guided Early Morning History Walk Saratoga Historic Battlefield, Rtes.

4 and 32, Schuylerville From 9 – 11 a.m. join park volunteers on these informational walks.

Participants should be able to walk 2 miles over uneven terrain and are encouraged to bring drinking water and insect repellant. For more information, call (518) 6649821, ext. 224 or visit www.nps.gov/sara.

African Drumming Sembrich Museum, 4800 Lake Shore Drive, Bolton Landing Kofi and Sankofa African Drum and Dance Troupe in concert at 1:30 p.m. The drumming concert will be preceded by an 11 a.m. drum circle and children’s workshop. The cost for the day is $10. For more information, visit www.thesembrich.org.

Saratoga Farmers’ Market High Rock Park, High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs Saratoga’s premier market featuring meats, local produce, eggs, soaps, seasonal items and more.

Wednesdays, 3-6 p.m. and Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information, call (518) 638-8530.

K of C Bingo The Knights of Columbus, Pine Road, Saratoga Community bingo each Wednesday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m.

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

Polish Dinner 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs Join the Elks for a delicious Polish feast featuring Kielbasa, sauerkraut, stuffed cabbage, Pierogies, potato pancakes and more! The dinner runs from 4:30-7 p.m. Donations are requested: $9 adults, $8 seniors & military with ID, $5 children (5-12), children under 5 are free. All takeouts are $10.

Thursday, July 14 Loving Your Family, Feeding Their Future Malta Library, 1 Bayberry Dr. At 2 p.m., join the informal conversation about food and nutrition for young children while we prepare some kid-tested, parentapproved recipes.

Presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension.

Cook Book Swap Malta Library, 1 Bayberry Dr. From 3-6 p.m. bring a book and get a book for free.

Children’s History Program Schuyler House, Route 4, Schuylerville.

Saratoga National Historical Park offers this series at 1 p.m. every Thursday in July. These free pro grams are open to children ages 5 and up and offer fun ways to learn about what children’s lives were like during the time of the American Revolution. Today’s theme is “Fun and Games and Toys!” For more information, call (518) 664-9821, ext. 224 or visit www.nps.gov/sara.

New York City Ballet Musicians Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway Listen to the music of the NYC Ballet musicians as they perform this noon-time concert for all. $5 minimum donation. For more information call (518) 587-1534.

Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market Fresh produce, flowers, meats, crafts and more! From 3-6 p.m. tonight and 9 a.m. - noon every Saturday at Wiswall Park on Front Street. For more information, call (518) 885-2772.

Concerts in the Park Series Wiswall Park, downtown Ballston Spa From 6-8 p.m., bring your blankets, lawn chairs and a picnic and dine al fresco while enjoying the music.

Bingo The Jewish Community Center of Saratoga Springs, 84 Weibel Avenue Doors open at 6 p.m. 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) 584-2370.

New Growth Fellowship Beukendaal Hall, Schonowee Ave., Scotia Rev. Julie MacDonald, minister, psychic, and trance channeler, will be the guest speaker at 7:30 p.m. $8 donation. For more information, call Dr. Henry Mosteller, (518) 399-9347, or Karen Kennedy, (518) 399-0644.

Friday, July 15 Karner Blue Butterfly Walk Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park The walk will leave at 10:30 a.m. from the parking lot on Route 50, which is just less than 4 miles past Wilton Mall, and will take place on the Old Gick Farm trail. The walk should last about an hour and cover a mile of gently rolling terrain. For more information, please contact the Park Office at (518) 450-0321 or visit www.wiltonpreserve.org.

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SPAC Ballet Gala to have a Roaring Twenties Flair!

- “A Gatsby Evening” on Saturday, July 9

Photo by Sharon Bolton Maggie Doherty on the Citi Field scoreboard screen.

Congrats to “Major League” Maggie Doherty!

On Wednesday, June 22, Saratoga Springs native, Hofstra University student and Hats Off Festival performer Maggie Doherty got to realize a dream when she wowed the audience at Citi Field with her rendition of the National Anthem before thousands of Mets fans (like herself!) at the New York Mets’ game against the Oakland Athletics.

One of only five winners from hundreds of applicants, she showed the Big Apple what folks around here have known since she first performed as a young child with groups such as Rick Bolton and The Dwyer Sisters – simply put, the lady can sing with the best of them!

The best news of all is that she will be back this summer and performing frequently with duo partner (and Saratoga Springs native) Zac Rossi. As of press time, this is the schedule where you can see them live, with other dates to be added (not to mention many impromptu sit-ins with other groups):

July Gaffney’s- Monday, July 25 at 8 p.m.

Cantina- Saturday, July 30 at 9 p.m.

Gaffney’s- Sunday, July 31 at 8 p.m.

August Gaffney’s - Monday, August 1 at 8 p.m.

Congress Park – Tuesday, August 9 at 7 p.m.

Gaffney’s – Sunday, August 14 at 8 p.m.

Gaffney’s – Monday, August 29 at 8 p.m.

Congratulations, Maggie!

-Arthur Gonick

SARATOGA SPRINGS - The annual Ballet Gala at Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC), a fundraiser to support the Saratoga residency of the New York City Ballet (NYCB), will put a twist on tradition this year with a Great Gatsby theme.

The Saturday, July 9 event will bring the flavor of the roaring twenties to Gala events at the Hall of Springs and to the new “Lawn Party” sponsored by SPAC’s Junior Committee.

“The glitz and glamour of the Gatsby era will transform SPAC’s annual Ballet Gala into a fabulous escape to the roaring twenties,” said Marcia J. White, SPAC president and executive director. “The centerpiece of the evening will be a spectacular jazz-inspired program by the New York City Ballet that will not only dazzle the audience, but remind us all of the important goal at the heart of the Gala, which is to raise funds to ensure that the ballet’s Saratoga season and legacy continues.”

The evening begins with two different parties for Gala-goers to choose from, an inside party at the Hall of Springs and the Gala lawn party.

Gala Lawn Party New this year, SPAC’s Junior Committee will be hosting a Gala Lawn Party from 6 – 8 p.m. on SPAC’s sweeping lawn. “If you choose to go to one party this summer, this is it,” said Junior Committee member Leah Margolis.

“You can bring in all the food and drink you want, making this party a fun and affordable night out – for a very good cause.”

Highlights include: • A pre-party with live music by MaryLeigh & the Fauves and a picnic contest judged by Ed and Maureen Lewi from 6 – 8 p.m.

©stockstudiosphotography.com • NYCB Gala performance at 8 p.m.

• An after-party with fireworks, flapper contests and other events, including dancing under the stars with music by Soul Session.

Hall of Springs Roaring Twenties Gourmet Dinner A Mionetto Prosecco reception and bathtub gin bar are part of the festivities at the Hall of Springs Gala, hosted by SPAC’s Action Council. This special event features a gourmet, multi-course dinner, with premium amphitheatre seating for the NYCB performance, post-show fireworks, dancing, a coffee bar and

music from a jazz quintet.

Guests can reserve tents, tables and chairs for the lawn party as well as dinner/gala tickets by contacting Evie Chabot at (518) 584-9330, extension 122, evie@spac.org or online at spac.org.

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Hats Off to Saratoga Music Lineup SARATOGA SPRINGS Everyone’s favorite downtown music festival, Hats Off to Saratoga, will take place on Friday and Saturday, July 22 and 23, to commemorate the start of the 143rd racing season at Saratoga Race Course.

Unless indicated, the bands listed will be playing both nights.

Details are subject to change. Visit www.saratoga.org for the latest information. A map and descriptions will also be distributed on the nights of the festival.

- Arthur Gonick Ellsworth Jones Place (by City Center): Friday – Soul Session Set Times- 7-8:15, 8:30-9:30, 9:45-11 p.m.

A high-energy and emotive ensemble that performs multigenre soul music with entertaining command and spontaneous originality. Visit www.soulsession.com.

Saturday – Joe’s Boys Set Times - 7-8:15, 8:30-9:30, 9:45-11 p.m.

Mixing great classic songs of the 60s and 70s with lots of one-hit wonders, Joe’s Boys, one of the Capital District’s favorite pop/rock band always has audiences shouting out “Hey! I remember that tune!”

Collamer Parking Lot: Disposable Culture Set Times- 7-8:30, 9:30-11 p.m.

Disposable Culture plays new wave and pop music from the 80s.

Dance to Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, Duran Duran, Journey, The Cars, Flock of Seagulls, Devo and many other totally awesome bands. Visit www.disposablecultureband.com.

Post Office: Kelly Hurley and Party of Three band Set Times - 7-8, 8:15-9:30, 9:45-11 p.m.

Kelly Hurley, Vince Arpey and Ron Peacock comprise this dynamic

Photo by MarkBolles.com

party band. They play a mix of pop, rock and R&B, dance, electronica and jazz. The band is releasing their first original album this summer. Visit www.myspace.com/ partyofthreeband.

Adirondack Trust: Rich Ortiz Set Times- 7-7:45, 8-8:45, 9-9:45, 10-11 p.m.

This 20-something guitarist and singer/songwriter got his start singing, acting and dancing at the age of 3. He is fourth generation of a large family of entertainers. Visit www.richortiz.com.

Caroline Street: Slick Fitty Set Times- 7-8:30, 9:30-11 p.m.

50s and 60s cover songs and inspired originals, a “hot-rodded” vibe that all generations can enjoy.

Ballston Spa Concerts in the Park - Swing, Rock and Jump all Summer!

BALLSTON SPA - The Concerts in the Park series for 2011 take place in historic downtown Ballston Spa's Wiswall Park every Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. through August 25.

The concerts are free to the public.

The remaining 2011 concert schedule is as follows: July 14: Marty Wendell (Rockabilly artist--has opened for Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins).

July 21: Sonny and Perley (Popular regional duo known for their unique blend of jazz, bossa nova and American songbook standards).

July 28: Tequila Mockingbirds (Playing a blend of acoustic jazz, blues and gypsy swing).

August 4: The Annual Ice Cream Social with great traditional band music from the Union Fire Company Band.

August 11: Jump Daddies (Jump, jive and swing band - audiences are encouraged to grab a partner and dance) August 18: WEQX will present an indie rock group to be announced.

August 25: Ten Pound Tiger (acoustic covers of pop hits from the 70s to today with a twist).

Combining yesterday’s music with an awesome modern sound. Visit www.slickfitty.us.

Division Street: Sirsy Set Times- 7-8:15, 8:30-9:30, 9:45-11 p.m.

Sirsy plays fiery, soulful, indie pop rock. This duo plays 250 shows a year nationally (sharing the stage with Maroon 5, Train, Lifehouse, Blues Traveler, Third Eye Blind and more). They were recently signed to Funzalo Records. Visit www.sirsy.com.

Eddie Bauer: Friday – Racing City Chorus Sets begin at 7, 8 and 9 p.m.

The Racing City Chorus are Saratoga’s ambassadors of barbershop harmony. They present their up-tunes, ballads and show tunes in

four-part a cappella style.

Saturday - Liam Geddes Set Times – 7-8, 8:15-9, 9:15-10, 10:15-11 p.m.

Liam Geddes comes all the way from Ireland. He beat out 100,000 talented people aspiring to the top spot as the winner of Simon Cowell’s Irish-equivalent of ‘Idol’ on the show ‘X-Factor.’

Ben and Jerry’s: Sonny Daye Trio Set Times - 7-7:45, 8-8:45, 9-9:45, 10-11 p.m.

A unique blend of jazz, bossa nova, American songbook standards and International cabaret.

They engagingly blend the timeless standards from artists such as Berlin, Gershwin and Porter with irresistible Brazilian melodies of Antonio Carlos Jobim.

Make Plans to Catch SARATOGA SPRINGS – The New Action Committee at the National Museum of Dance, located at 99 South Broadway in Saratoga Springs, invites everyone to enjoy a night of dancing, an open bar, great entertainment, and delicious refreshments at their “Disco Fever” fundraiser.

The event will take place on Friday, July 29 from 8 p.m. to midnight. Tickets are $55 ($65 at the door).

Tickets can be purchased online, over the phone, or at the door. For details and information, visit www.dancemuseum.org.

Highlights include a disco dance contest, with prizes

to be awarded to the best male and female dancer. Everyone attending will enjoy a night of dancing deejayed by Crush 105.7’s Sugar Bear, cocktails provided by The Lily & the Rose, including an open bar with beer, wine and St. Germain cocktails.

At the end of the evening, Albany Aqua Ducks will be providing trolley rides to the Metro in downtown Saratoga Springs.

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“Alchemy of Love and Art” on Display at Saratoga Library SARATOGA SPRINGS Saratoga Arts presents "Shards of Memory: Reflections and Glances from the Trail," an exhibit of images - with an accompanying book - by area artists, Letitia Splain Dayer and Roger B. Wyatt at the Saratoga Springs Library. The exhibition runs through Sunday, July 31.

The library is located at 49 Henry Street in Saratoga Springs.

Letitia Dayer is an expressive arts painter who often refers to her style of working as “Jazz Painting.” She is also the founder of the Barn at Bassett House, a community art space located 15 minutes east of Saratoga Springs, on the shores of the Hudson River in Greenwich.

Saratoga filmmaker and digital artist, Roger Wyatt, conjures up images of the extraordinary found within the ordinary.

The exhibition, composed of 21 original images created by the two artists, include paintings, giclees, and digital image montages. It explores the observation that we remember moments, not days. The past is remembered more like a haiku rather than a novel. The exhibit examines the fleeting glances; the silence after the door has closed. These images show us that, over time, we become a lifetime of moments.

Also, "Shards of Memory," a book of images and accompanying poetic texts by the artists will be available for sale at the Higher Grounds Caffe (in the Library) throughout the month of July.

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WHOLE NY SEA BASS One of the easiest, tastiest fish for the grill

Suzanne Voigt Farmers’Market Since January, the Saratoga Farmers’ Market has been offering fresh NY caught seafood thanks to Pura Vida Fishing Company of Hampton Bays, Long Island. This multi-generational fishing family returns to port Friday and then packs the truck for delivery to multiple markets up the Hudson River on Saturday. It doesn’t get much fresher than this. Saratoga is its northern most stop and as a result, we are lucky to have the owner himself, Rick Lofstad, presiding over the fish stand. The windowed iceboxes are overflowing with a tantalizing vari-

ety of fresh sea bounty (delicious plump scallops, sword steaks, shrimp, squid, monk, flounder, and blue and whole sea bass, to name a few). Rick can advise, shout out a recipe to try and entertain the kids while deftly handling the large crowd that engulfs the stand every Saturday morning. If you want a full choice arrive early, or do as I do, and go late to see what is left and find perhaps a new fish to add to the kitchen repertoire. At the end of the market Rick has time to talk and his love of his trade is evident as he gives great advice on the fish at hand. Last Saturday Rick introduced me to whole black sea bass…and I am so glad he did!

Black sea bass inhabit the Atlantic in three large biomass populations, one of which is right off New York’s southern coast and right in the “backyard” of Pura Vida. Despite its name, the flesh of black sea bass is white, mild and sweet. In fact, it’s among the least “fishy” of all saltwater fish and is absolutely heavenly when fresh. Rick assured me that

this is the perfect fish for the neophyte; it is rich and user-friendly and almost impossible to overcook.

Sea bass’s flavor is such that minimal seasoning is necessary and it stands up well to heat. Grilling it whole almost guarantees it won’t fall apart! I got so inspired that I bought enough for a party and invited the neighbors over! The dinner was a triumph. The fish was absolutely delicious and totally defied the truth of its simplicity. I served the grilled sea bass with fresh garden salad, new potatoes and a bottle of Pinot Grigio. (Another wonderful side note to this fish is it does not leave the house smelling like fish, making it a great choice for a lingering meal where different flavors can fully grace the experience.)

Ingredients 3-4 fresh, whole sea bass (Pura Vida) 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp fresh oregano 1 lemon (zest of and juice from 1/2, thin slices)

1 tsp ground coriander Kosher salt and ground black pepper

Directions 1. In a large baking dish, mix olive oil, oregano, lemon zest and juice and coriander. Add a pinch of salt and pepper.

2. Rinse fish and pat dry. Cut off all fins. Put 3 diagonal slits in each side of fish and sprinkle with salt, pepper and lemon juice.

3. Put fresh oregano leaves,

lemon slices into cavity.

4. Place fish in baking dish with seasoned oil mixture. Brush oil onto both sides of fish and let stand 15 minutes.

5. In the meantime, start the grill, coating grate with oil to help prevent fish from sticking. When grill is a medium heat, put fish on grill, cover and cook for 10 minutes and flip and cook 5 minutes more. Serve immediately. Warning: be careful of bones when separating out the meat to eat.

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ACROSS 1 Aptly, Chinese, e.g.

6 Aptly, Park Avenue area 10 Aptly, New Jersey beach phenomenon 14 Treinta ÷ seis 15 Some Neruda works 16 Conscription category 17 “What else __?”

18 Tour de force 19 Terrible 20 Bona fide 21 Wall makeup, maybe 23 Intl. commerce group 24 Anger 26 Main vessel 28 ’60s chic 29 Virgil contemporary 32 Earth, to 29-Across 33 29-Across’s “__ amatoria” 34 Contradict 36 Pop-ups, perhaps 37 “Apt” geographical element needed to complete the answers to 10 of this puzzle’s clues 40 Diamond stat 42 Assault 43 Spot in a poker game 46 Isn’t far from reaching 48 Like some blog comments: Abbr.

49 Peruvian pronoun 50 “So soon?”

53 Kind of acid 55 Width measure 56 Relax 59 European wine area 60 “Shoot!”

62 Relative position 63 “... __ of Bread ...”

64 “__ take arms against a sea ...”: Hamlet 65 Prado display 66 Morels, e.g.

67 Aptly, Israeli-occupied territory 68 Aptly, Oval Office site 69 Aptly, Hollywood locale DOWN 1 Aptly, about 5 percent of the Earth’s surface 2 Latin agreement 3 Machine makeup, informally 4 Amtrak’s bullet train

Movie Review Super 8 (Directed by J. J. Abrams – 2011) A factory accident in the small town of Lillian, Ohio, leaves an emotionally distant man (Kyle Chandler) a widower and his son without the one parent he could relate to. At the reception in their home, Deputy Jackson Lamb (Chandler) ejects a man who showed up intoxicated and his son Joe (Joel Courtney) bears witness. In an effort to buy time so that he and his son can come to grips with the loss, Jackson tries to persuade Joe to go to baseball camp for the summer and, at the same time, disparages his friends whose interests include the production of monster films for one and explosives for another. As they are in the middle of one such film, and Joe promised to help complete it, he declines the offer.

One night, he sneaks out of the house to join his friends in filming a scene at a train station and they are all nearly killed when a train is derailed after a head-on collision with a speeding pickup. It is the collision and subsequent events that are the source for

At The Movies With Trey Roohan

Raising Hector

33 Fathers, be good to your daughters, Daughters will love like you do.

Girls become lovers who turn into mothers, So mothers, be good to your daughters too.

John Mayer

Words to know: perigee: n. the point where an orbiting object is nearest to the earth.

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5 Word of impatience 6 Lax 7 Prefix with logical 8 Heads with lists 9 Big name in compacts 10 Eye-popper response 11 Succinctly 12 Bee drawers 13 Aptly, Pierre’s state 21 Break off 22 Warmed the bench 25 “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” setting 27 Certain counter’s unit?

30 Québec’s Sept-__ 31 Orders 35 Thames landmark

37 Urgent 38 It may be dramatic 39 Luxury hotel 40 Freshen one’s familiarity with 41 ’70s Robert Blake cop show 43 Public projection 44 “Are we in?”

45 Aptly, “Happy Talk” musical 46 Aptly, Pyongyang resident 47 Slump 51 Trendy headgear 52 Long 54 Foot bone 57 Objector 58 Slant, as to a specific audience 61 Graveside sound 63 Popeye’s behind?

most of the film. The train belonged to the Air Force and before long, so does the crash site and most of the town as it is placed under a de facto martial law. Joe and Charles, the director of the film that brought them to the train station in the first place, examine their footage and see something escaping the train.

Written and directed by J. J. Abrams of “Lost” and with Steven Spielberg co-producing, Super 8 is easily a step above efforts like Cloverfield and Artificial Intelligence, while falling just short of films like E.T.. Super 8 is a welcomed addition to the sci-fi genre and a great time to be had at the movies. 8 out of 10 For comments or to contact Trey, email him at movies@roohanrealty.com

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CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (866)296-7093 ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from home. *Medical, *Business, *Paralegal, *Accounting, *Criminal Justice. Job placement assistance.

Computer available. Financial Aid if qualified. Call 888-201-8657 www.CenturaOnline.com

Tractor Trailer Training: National Tractor Trailer School, Liverpool/Buffalo branch NY. Approved for Veterans, Financial Aid, Housing, Pre- Training Employment Offers if qualified. 1-888-243-9320. www.ntts.edu Driver- Not getting enough miles?

Join Knight Transportation and increase your income with our steady freight. New Trucks! CDL-A, 3 months recent experience. 800-414-9569 www.driveknight.com BOOTH RENTAL available in new hair studio. $150/week. Plenty of free parking. Must be professional.

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Free estimates fully insured/ ref. Evenings & weekend schedules avail.

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GARAGE SALE

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Adirondack Equipment Repair Snowblowers, Chain Saws, Lawn Equipment.

Pick up & Delivery 581-3809 87 Old Schuylerville Rd, Saratoga Springs, 12866

LAWN SALE Cleaning house? Bring your good household items for the July Old Stone Church lawn sale beginning May 28th thru July 8th. Just leave items on the back ramp and we will do the rest. The church is located at 159 Stone Church Road.

Items we cannot accept are: cribs, car seats, TV’s, water beds, exercise equipment, out dated phones.

Call Ann at (518) 885-4034 for more information.

GREENFIELD 4401 RT. 9N

Price Reduced to $320,000 Charming 3BR country home in park-like setting with barn and room for horses. On the right just past Alpine Meadow Rd - look for signs.

Marsha Himler "the horse farm lady" KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SARATOGA SPRINGS www.HorseFarms4You.com 518-281-6774

WILTON McGregor Village Apts.

Winter Special...Now $750/month, 2 bdrm, 1 bath. Cats only.

(A/C avail) 518-886-8013 All 1st flr. units includes features for persons w/disabilities required by the Fair Housing Act.

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$359,000 WEST HOOSICK 5 TC LANE (OFF WILSON HILL RD) A rare find! Custom built home on a quiet lane with panoramic views on 7 acres.

Gracious rooms with great light. Country kitchen with stainless steel appliances & slider leading to extraordinary patio. Enjoy the views from the front porch or from any corner of this well-maintained property.

Auto-swtich generator covers entire house. Bridle path on edge of property.

Seeing is believing!

Marilyn Douglas homes@ octagon-realty.com 518.686.4200

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Golf Daze Treewoods: Low Gross: Jarad Barringer, 42 Rich Caola, 43 Low Net: Bob Connolly, 30 Dean Heer, 34 Rich Duda, playing in the Frog Island League, eagled twice this week on a par 4 12th hole with a driver and lob wedge.

Twyman, 69.1 2nd (Net) - Don & Linda Bibby, 70.8 Second Flight: 1st (Gross) - Al & Paula Barclay, 76 1st (Net) - Dick Polak & Gail Barclay, 72.2 2nd (Net) - Rob & Jan Klassovity, 72.9 Third Flight: 1st (Gross) - Stewart Hatch & Carol Catone, 79 1st (Net) - Dolph & Judy Valente, 72.1 2nd (Net) - Jeremy Jones & Tracy Savage, 75.9

McGregor Links

Saratoga Lake Golf Course

Men’s Association July 2: Gross: 1st - Al Barclay, 68 2nd - Jim Carroll, 71 3rd - Don Bibby, 72 Net: T1st - Jack Lewis, 57 T1st - John Hogan, 57 3rd - Bill Walbridge, 58 Men’s Association July 3: Gross: 1st - Jim Carroll & Jim Carrigan, 69 T2nd - Al Barclay & Terry Vallely, 72 T2nd - Russ Terpening & Terry O’Brien, 72 Net: 1st - Pat Oles & Blake Crocitto, 59 2nd - Pete Rogers & Bill Walbridge, 60 3rd - Glenn Hembach & Jay LaBoda, 61 4th - Bob Murphy & Peter Schlief, 62 4th of July Mixer: First Flight: 1st (Gross) - Karl & Betty Bellinger, 71 1st (Net) - Jim Carrol & Ann

Two Person Scramble: Gross: Bill & Mike Martin, 70 Dan Ponally & CHris Schefield, 71 Bill Stanely & Bob Travis, 75 Net: Dominic Perry & Mike Mooney, 64.4 Tom Fallon & Blake Herlick, 66.4 Jeff Smith & Jon Piraino, 66.8

2nd - Kathy Jones, 73

Mechanicville Golf Club

Al Mottau Airway Meadows Airway Cup: Airway Meadows Golf Club held its third annual Airway Cup Saturday, July 2. The 59 player field was divided with half playing for the White team, and the second half playing for the Blue team. Each foursome contained two White team members and two Blue team members playing a best-ball match for a point.

Fifteen matches took place, with the White team taking the victory by a margin of 8 points to 7 points.

Members of the victorious White team included: Mike Baxter, Tim Washburn, John Garry, Dave Marx, Tony Bianco, Sharon Bianco, Rich Hoffman, Robin Hoffman, Joel Cochran, Carole Cochran, Todd Scott, Bob Anderson, George Werle, Greg Simione, Stan Burger, Evan Smith, Calvin Kooistra, Freda Kooistra, Pat Girard, Tony Duff, Bill Tierney, Skip Vollmer, Ray Schultz, Kyle Schultz, Dan Feulner, Gayonne Feulner, Mike Brice, Mike Winters, Joe Nolan and James Heber.

Low Team Best Ball Score: 1st - Pat Girard & Tony Duff, 72

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

Tournament Time There is still time to sign up for the very popular shoot-out to be held at the Eagle Crest Golf Course. It will be held July 12. For more information, call (518) 877-7082.

ENYGA Chuck Connolly continues to dominate the Eastern New York Golf Association’s weekly tournaments. Connolly, of the Hiland Golf Club, shot a 73 Wednesday at the Town of Colonie course.

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Wilton Rotary Club presents $1,850 to Wilton Food Pantry at Sixth Annual Golf Classic

photo provided Pictured from left to right: Connie Towers, Dennis Towers (WFP Board Member), Jared Dinsmore (WFP President), Kevin Dooley (Wilton Rotary Club President), Don Wildermuth (Wilton Rotary Golf Committee Chair)

WILTON – The Wilton Rotary Club held its sixth annual Golf Classic, sponsored by Turbine Services LTD., on June 18 at Airway Meadows Golf Club. Funds raised by the golf tournament were donated back to various local, national, and international charitable organizations, including the Wilton Food Pantry (WFP).

This year’s Golf Ball Drop was sponsored by the Hampton Inn & Suites Saratoga Springs Downtown and Saratoga Veterinary Hospital P.C. All proceeds from the golf ball sales were donated to the Wilton Food Pantry, totaling $1,850.

“We are fortunate to have a dedicated community partner helping us,” said WFP President Jared Dinsmore. According to Dinsmore, the donation will be used to secure the insurance needed to open the pantry later this month. “This is going to help us open our doors and start serving the people of Wilton,” Dinsmore said.

The Wilton Food Pantry, which is located in the Annex of the Trinity United Methodist Church on Ballard Road, just east of Exit 16, will begin serving the public July 27. The pantry will be open Wednesdays from 6 - 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

For more information visit www.wiltonfoodpantry.org.

Saratoga Pop Warner to hold Second Annual Bob Reed Football Clinic SARATOGA SPRINGS - Saratoga Springs Pop Warner will be having their second annual free Bob Reed Football Clinic again this year. The clinic will be for all kids from ages 5 - 15 on Sundays, July 10, July 17, and July 24 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the East Side Rec. This is free for all kids in the community. Please email the President Matt Riker for more information @ matthew.riker@gmail.com.

They will also be collecting for the Food Drive to benefit the Franklin Community Center. For more information on items needed please contact Stephanie DiGiuseppe@SSPW.net

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Damian Fantauzzi In my early years as a varsity basketball coach at Saratoga Springs High School, there was

an unusual circumstance that many other coaches have not experienced. In 1974-75, which was my first year as the head basketball coach at SSHS, I had what I consider an oddity - five left-handers on one team that, at times, were all starters.

Since all of this took place in the last century, it's not an easy task to remember all of the players, but I remember these guys…

I think! We had a great camaraderie, which can be unusual between the coach and the players. The lefties: Dan Mullan, a retired police officer from the Saratoga Police Dept. and now the head of security at the high school; Dan Tallman, a member of the Saratoga Fire Department

who has a rare connection to me (he played JV and varsity basketball for me at Saratoga and then played at Skidmore College, when I coached mens' basketball in 1980-81. We were league champs for all of the levels mentioned); Toby Youngblood, who works locally and has coached basketball at places like Spa Catholic, Schuylerville and now at Galway; Steve King, then a junior, who also works locally - a great point guard; and there was Roy Grear, a good shooting guard who passed away approximately five years ago after a long battle with cancer.

Other team members, who all contributed to that championship team, were seniors Henry

Tour de Farm Bike-A-Thon

by Daniel Schechtman Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA COUNTY Saratoga PLAN and the Agricultural Stewardship Association (ASA) are gearing up for their second annual Tour de Farm bike-a-thon, a 15 to 35 mile bike ride through Saratoga National Historical Park that aims to help participants get physically fit while educating them on the region's history, natural beauty and local farms.

The bike tour, scheduled to begin Sunday, July 17, will start at the Hand Melon Farm, located at 533 Wilbur Ave., Easton, and guide riders along either a 15 mile or 35 mile route (depending on skill level), highlighting some of the regions most scenic, agricultural, natural and historic assets.

"It's such a historic area because it's where the turning point of the American Revolution took place, with the battles of Saratoga and the surrender of General Burgoyne.

And so it's special because people on the bike ride will learn about those events, and it's also special because the landscape has remained agrarian and is very much similar to what it was back in 1777, when those events took place," said Maria Trabka, executive director for Saratoga PLAN. For more experienced riders, a 35 mile route through Saratoga National Historic Park, Stillwater, lands along the Hudson River and southern Schuylerville will begin at 9 a.m. A shorter 15 mile route of a similar nature will begin at 10 a.m.

"Along the way, the riders will be treated at each stop to local farm

Buchmeir, Bob Murphy and Charlie Tillman; juniors Chuck Luce, Brian Hotaling, Todd Walczak, Paul Ewing, Bob Dietch and Paul Mulholand. If I missed anyone, I apologize. After all, it was 36 years ago.

When you have five left-handed basketball players, the teams you play against usually are used to offenses running from the right side, but not so with these Blue Streaks. There was a certain advantage for us because of this oddity - especially when all five lefties were on the floor at the same time. Throughout my career I had a few more southpaws, but never as many as the 1975 team.

We played teams like CBA, Troy Catholic, Amsterdam, Cardinal

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McCloskey (Bishop Maginn), Linton (Schenectady High) and LaSalle Institute of Troy for our non-league schedule. These guys were some of the toughest, "hard nosed" athletes that I have ever coached. In almost all of the nonleague games, we were the underdog, but we won our share and managed to be unbeaten in the Foothills Council.

This is just one experience and team that I will cherish. I appreciate all of my former players, teams and the championships we won because of the talent that I was fortunate to coach throughout my career. Thank you all for the memories, it was fun!

JMJC’s Martin Claims Gold, Bolen Silver in U.S. Judo Open GLENVILLE Hannah Martin, 23, representing the Jason Morris Judo Center (JMJC) in Glenville, captured the 63kg title at the U.S. Judo Open, which was held at the Doral Marriott in Miami, FL. Martin who is a Burnt Hills High graduate and current resident of Burnt Hills, went 4-0 to win her second U.S. Open crown. Martin won her first crown in 2008 at 57kg. Hannah moved up to 63kg from 57kg in April of this year and is already ranked #4 in the U.S. She is expected to climb even higher in the rankings over the next couple of weeks as she competes in the Venezuela and El Salvador World Cup events.

JMJC athletes have now won a total of 37 medals at the U.S. Open, including seven golds in

the center’s 10 year history.

Brad Bolen, 22, notched his career best result at the U.S. Open, taking a silver after losing only in the final to the #2 ranked Kenny Hashimoto. Bolen fell to 1-4 against Hashimoto, who is his main U.S. rival. Bolen still remains ranked #1 in the U.S. at 66kg.

Kyle Vashkulat, 21, placed fifth at 100kg. He lost the bronze medal bout to Jose Biossard (DOM) in a very close battle.

Bolen, Martin and Vashkulat will compete in the Venezuela World Cup next weekend along with teammates Natalie Lafon (52kg), Tony Sangimino (81kg) & Angela (Cruetzberger) Woosley (48kg). They will all travel to the El Salvador World Cup the weekend after Venezuela.

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Greg Peterson takes a ride during last year’s Tour de Farm. cucumbers, blueberries, Batten Kill brittle, local products and local farms," said Trabka. "And we will have some reenactors, or people in period costumes at different stops telling our riders about some of the interesting historic events that took place."

The bike tour, which will have multiple stops along the route designed to educate riders on the area's history, natural lands and local farms, will finish with a picnic, featuring produce and ingredients all from local farms.

All riders are welcome to register for the tour, be they individual riders, families, teams of four or students. Riders can either pay a flat registration fee or set a fundraising goal by asking family and friends to support their ride. Proceeds from the event will be used to help conserve farmland, natural areas, trail corridors and historic sites in the Upper Hudson River Valley.

To register, please visit www.active.com/cycling/eastonny/tour-de-farm-bikeathon-2011.

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Hannah Martin throws her opponent during the finals.

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Saratoga High Runs to Benefit Ugandan Orphanage Event Organized by Saratoga Springs High School Track Teams and Uganda Relief Club to Support Development of Orphanage by The Giving Circle, a Local Non-Profit SARATOGA SPRINGS Saratoga Springs High School students are set to run a 12-hour relay race for a cause much greater than any one individual and the students are looking for support from corporate sponsors to help in the effort.

Two groups at Saratoga Springs High School, the Uganda Relief Club and the Saratoga Springs Track Teams, are working cooperatively with the local non-profit, The Giving Circle, to stage a relay run on July 19, from noon to midnight, at the high school's track. The run has been organized to benefit the Koi Koi House, a Ugandan orphanage for children who are victims of the wars and AIDS epidemic in the African nation.

The event organizers are currently seeking sponsors and donations of all sizes. Corporate sponsors donating $150 or more

by July 10 will be featured on the relay T-shirts.

On July 19, the girls' relay will take place from noon to 6 p.m.

The boys' relay will occur from 6 p.m. to midnight. Working in

teams of 10 runners, each individual will complete a one-mile leg before handing the baton to the next runner. Over 75 runners are expected to participate, drawn from the high school's successful track and running programs. Runners are asked to raise money through pledges, and spectators are encouraged to attend the event at the high school track on West Avenue to cheer them on. The rain date for the event is Thursday, July 21.

As noted on The Giving Circle website www.thegivingcircle.org, the development of the Koi Koi House in Wairaka, Uganda has two phases. Phase One has been completed and includes the purchase of land, the building of a farm house, a chicken house, and a piggery. An orphanage/house was purchased on an adjacent property, and now 17 children are cared for in the house. An additional 15 children use the house but are still living in extended families.

So far, roughly $80,000 has been raised. Runners hope to raise an additional $10,000

through the relay event.

The chicken/egg program and considerable farm/garden is underway. Food from the garden and eggs from the chickens feed the children and can be sold at market. It is anticipated that this micro-business model will provide an income stream that, in time, will allow them to add more chickens, goats and a cow for milk. The land will also allow for growth of additional facilities in the later phases.

Phase Two will begin this summer in August, when the founder of The Giving Circle, Saratoga resident Mark Bertrand, and two Saratoga Springs High School students, Deirdre Howard and Toni Nastasi, will go to Uganda for two weeks. The money raised in the relay event will be used to begin construction of a school for the children in the Koi Koi House and for some of the 250 - 300 street children/AIDS orphans in the Jinja, Uganda area. Also, the team plans to build a playground and a soccer field this summer.

Tax-deductible sponsor donations from individuals or busi-

National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame to Exhibit Work of Backstretch Photographers in "A View From the Backstretch" SARATOGA SPRINGS - "A View From the Backstretch," an exhibit featuring the photographic work of several horsemen and horsewomen, will open July 18 at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. The exhibit is a collaboration between award-winning photographer Dona Ann McAdams and a group of backstretch workers, including exercise riders, hot walkers, maintenance personnel, kitchen staff, and grooms.

The exhibition features more than 60 color photographs taken from the unique perspective of the backstretch workers. In 2010, this group participated in weekly workshops with McAdams. They made their artwork between feeding, grazing, and breeding horses; schooling in the paddock or icing legs, harrowing the track, or riding in company. Throughout the year, they learned photographic techniques, studied the work of other photographers, workshopped, and critiqued each other's work.

The backstretch photographers

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Photo by Carole Williams, which will appear in “A View From the Backstretch” exhibit. include: Louis Garcia, Heather Coots, Alvin Davis, Frank Fodera, Shannon Geiser, Maximino and Esperanza Nolazco, Paul Perry, Steve Lockett, Veronika Laciokovo, Salvador Hernandez, Chris Stephens, Kenny Streicher, Sigrid Wallace, and Carole Williams.

McAdams, who conceived and oversaw the project in conjunction with the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, is the recipient of the Lange-Taylor Prize from the Center of Documentary Studies at Duke University, and an

Obie and Bessie award-winning photographer whose work has been exhibited internationally. In 2005, she learned how to hot-walk Thoroughbreds and became a licensed New York State Racing Authority worker in order to more intimately photograph Thoroughbreds and the world of the backstretch.

"A View From the Backstretch" is curated by Beth Sheffer with funding from the Charles Lawrence Keith and Clara Miller Foundation, and the Work Force Development Institute.

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Travis Briggs and Jonah Williams, members of the Saratoga Track Team who will run in the Relay Run for Uganda Fund, practice their batonpassing skills. nesses for the relay may be sent to Relay Run for Uganda Fund, c/o Saratoga Surgical, 381 Church Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Donations of $150 249 received before July 10 will allow for a company's name to be listed as a donor on the back of the runners' T-shirts. Donations of $250 or more received by July 10 will allow for a company's

logo on the back of the shirts.

The shirts will be presented to and worn by the runners on the day of the run.

Sponsorship inquiries and questions about the event should be directed to Dr. Fletcher Starnes at (518) 581-1100, Ms. Amy Totino at (518) 879-1302, or Ms. Traci Radigan at (518) 583-8023.

Stampede Stumbles in Doubleheader EAST GREENBUSH - The Saratoga Stampede 14U suffered a doubleheader loss to the East Greenbush Devil Cats Saturday, July 2. After defeating the same team to win the ENYTB qualifying tournament and winning a berth to play in regional play in Brooklyn, NY, the Devil Cats took their revenge and defeated the shorthanded Stampede 14u team 12-10 and 15-5. The Stampede 14u team overall record is 15-5.

"After defeating a team in tournament play, as a manger, it was a concern playing the team you just defeated for the championship. You know they want to prove they can beat you.

We were not mentally prepared,” said coach Bennett.

The Stampede went up 7-2 early in the first game, but a weak defense cost them. While the Stampede outhit the Devil Cats, they were not able to overcome the defensive miscues.

Stampede’s Justin Hoagland recorded 3 singles, Eric Beer 2 singles, Ryan Czarnecki 3 singles and 4 RBIs, and Bryan Warzek hit 2 singles and 3 RBIs. Mike Lawson doubled.

In game 2, the Devil Cats went up early 5-2. The Stampede out-hit the Devil Cats once again, but poor defense and untimely hitting allowed the Devil Cats to pull away for the second win of the doubleheader.

Justin Hoagland hit 3 singles, Justin Decker hit a double and a single, and Matt Wells hit 2 singles.

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Spa City Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Opens New Location

by Daniel Schechtman Saratoga TODAY MALTA - "Leave your ego at the door," said Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt instructor and owner of Spa City Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Chad Beatty. "I don't care if you've never done anything athletic in your life or if you're a collegiate AllAmerican. Come in here, start fresh, and leave the ego at the door."

Beatty, who on Tuesday, July 5, opened the doors to Spa City Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu's new location in the Malta Commons off of Northway Exit 12, plans to have this motto hanging over the entrance way in the brand-new,

3,000 square foot facility. Featuring 1,250 square feet of mat space, a workout area, cross-fit combat equipment and private offices, the new location is triple the size of the Jiu-Jitsu school's original location, when Beatty first opened five years ago.

"Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is what I fell in love with," said Beatty. "I truly feel Jiu-Jitsu is the most effective form of self-defense on the planet.

It is part of my life. It's more than a system of combat, it's a system of life, and I want to spread the art."

Beatty, who trained under the legendary Renzo Gracie and Ricardo Almeida, brings his 18 years of JiuJitsu experience to help train the weak to overcome the strong, using

efficient technique based on the principals of leverage and angles, not strength and speed. He is joined by two other instructors, including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and professional Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter Eddie Fyvie, who boasts a professional record of 10-4 with five years of teaching experience.

"All three of our instructors and many of our students are all highlevel competitors," said Beatty.

"Eddie also trained under Renzo Gracie and Ricardo Almeida. He teaches all of the kids' classes," he said, adding, "He's unbelievable with the kids."

While Spa City Brazilian JiuJitsu trains some of the premier Jiu-

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Spa City Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu opens its doors at its new location in Malta Commons.

Jitsu, submission grappling and MMA fighters in the entire region, Beatty stressed that Jiu-Jitsu is meant for the average person.

"It's good for anybody," said Beatty. "Children, women, and men, young or old, overweight or skinny. Anybody."

Currently classes are taught six days a week, with the majority of the classes run during the morning and night time hours. Classes are broken up by skill level - beginner, intermediate and masters, with separate classes for children ages 4 - 12.

"Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has become the fastest growing martial art in the country because of the popularity of MMA, which is the fastest growing

sport in the country. Jiu-Jitsu is integral to MMA," said Beatty.

"Jiu-Jitsu was really created originally for the average person," he added, "and unlike the striking arts, where often your only option is to punch somebody in the face or kick them over and over, Jiu-Jitsu is based on the principal of control.

You have many other options than just hitting somebody in the face over and over again."

To learn more about Spa City Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, or to sign up for classes, visit them online at www.SpaCityBJJ.com, call (518) 248-2080, or visit them at their new location off of Northway Exit 12 in the Malta Commons, where you can find the school in the back left corner next to the YMCA.

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