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Historic School Gets Makeover by Kevin Matyi Saratoga TODAY

The Front of 77 Van Dam, formerly School 2, soon to be 24 new condominiums. Photo by Kevin Matyi.

ELECTIONS 2019 The Countdown Begins

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — In less than one month, voters will head to the polls to choose from a pool of 11 candidates who are vying for seven city positions. Election Day is Nov. 5. The seven seats each carry two-year terms and begin in January 2020. The two candidates seeking the office of public safety commissioner - Robin Dalton (R,C,I), and Kendall Hicks (D) - met face-to-face this week,

engaging in a discussion forum at the Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church on Oct. 7 The focus topic: “Immigration, Public Safety and Community.” Terry Diggory, of the Saratoga Immigration Coalition, acted as event moderator. “Although immigration is currently debated as an issue of national security, public safety at the local level requires fostering a community where everyone, including immigrants, can feel safe and welcome,” Diggory said. See Story pg. 10 & 11

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Seventy-seven Van Dam Street, the historic four-story building which used to be Saratoga’s School 2, is getting a retrofit. Julie & Co. Realty and Bonacio Construction will be transforming the interior of the building into 24 condominiums, while preserving much of the buildings historic architecture. Julie Bonacio said that this is the first time her company is converting a building in Saratoga Springs into condos.

As part of turning 77 Van Dam into condos, she said that they are trying to keep some of the architectural detail from the original building, such as the tin ceiling details, arched doorways, large windows for natural light, vaulted ceilings in the top floor condos, nineand-a-half foot ceilings otherwise and brick-and-mortar walls in many parts of the building. Some of the new additions will be a hardwood floor finish in the foyer, kitchen and dining area and granite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms for each condo. Additionally, various appliances will be included. See Story pg. 16

Schuylerville Weathers the Storm

Photo by Lindsay Wilson. See Story pg. 51

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Neighbors:

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Snippets of Life From Your Community

INTERVIEW & PHOTO BY: Lindsay Wilson

Who: Jane and Sofia Guthrie Q. Are you originally from Saratoga? A. I moved her over from Gowanda NY...south of Buffalo.

Q. What kind of puppy? A. A German Sheppard.

Q. What brought you to Saratoga? A. My husband is from Saratoga; we met at college.

Q. Who takes the puppy for a walk? A. Me and my mom and my dad and my brother.

Q. Sofia, how old are you? A. I’m 9 years old.

Q. What’s your dog’s favorite place to go in Saratoga? A. (Both answer) Downtown.

Q. What is your favorite activity at school? A. My favorite activity is reading and writing.

Q. What would you say is the best place anyone should go to visiting Saratoga? A. Jane: State Park... it’s just so beautiful. Every time you go you can explore something different. I love being outside.

Q. Do you have a favorite book? A. My favorite book is The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane. Q. Jane, what do you do in Saratoga (workwise)? A. I work in the OR. I’m a registered nurse. Q. What would be the most exciting things you see at work? A. Every day is different because you don’t know what’s going to come through the door. Sometimes we have routine surgeries, but every day is completely different because every patient is different...we see pretty crazy stuff. Q. Sofia, what do you do after school? A. Read and go play soccer in the backyard and play with my puppy, Bertha.

A. Sofia: My favorite place to go is probably Congress (Congress Park) because when I go to Congress Park I like to play with my dog and relax and read and hang out with my family and I love to be outdoors. Q. Sofia, what do you want to be when you grow up? A. I want to be a military nurse...I like serving countries, but I don’t want to fight in them, I want to help people. Q. What are your favorite drinks at Starbucks? A. Sofia: Mocha Frappuccino, but I get the creambased cause I’m not allowed to have the caffeine...I eat the whipped cream a lot. A. Jane: Pumpkin spiced latte this time of the year.

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Two Awards Presented at Good Scouting Dinner

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by Kevin Matyi Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Last week, on Thursday, Oct. 3, the Twin Rivers Council of the Boy Scouts of America presented Saratoga County Sheriff Michael Zurlo with the 2019 Good Scouting Award at the latest Good Scouting Award dinner, held in the Saratoga Springs City Center. The award is named after an unknown scout who helped a Chicago businessman find his way through London during foggy weather. The assistance inspired the businessman to start the BSA in 1910. The award recognizes those who have made outstanding contributions to their community, thus demonstrating the scouting values of character, leadership and service. During the event, Judge James A. Murphy III, a Saratoga County Judge and Acting State Supreme County Justice, introduced Zurlo. Other recipients of the Good Scouting Award include Mary Lou Whitney, Dr. Linda Baker, James Ryman and Lawrence Gordon among other notable community leadership with a wide range of roles. Gordon died in 2018, and so a new award was made in his honor, and was presented at the same event as the Good Scouting Award for the first time. The Larry Gordon Community Leadership Award

honors those who, like Gordon himself, have made a remarkable, positive difference in the world around them. The exact criteria are that nominees should be community leaders who have turned an exceptional vision into reality, given awe-inspiring service, have put others before themselves in a momentous way or who have shown courage or tenacity in following through on truly noteworthy commitments. Additionally, nominees should be present or former scouts or scouters; however, there is no requirement for BSA registration. The first Larry Gordon award went to Keith Koster.

Koster completed his selfproclaimed American Legion centennial challenge in March of this year by climbing the 46th Adirondack mountain and displaying the American Legion and American flags. Koster was also featured on the cover of American Legion magazine, chosen as the honorary Grand Marshall of the 2019 Saratoga Flag Day parade, inducted into the New York Senate Veteran Hall of Fame and is a volunteer with BSA Troop 70 in Saratoga Springs. For more information, contact John Koch, co-chair of the event, at saratogascouter@ kochny.com.

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OBITUARIES / NEWS

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

Gloria J. Battaglini

Mary L. Buswell

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Gloria J. Battaglini, 75, passed away October 7, 2019. Calling hours are Monday October 14, 2019, 12 to 2 p.m. at Burke Funeral Home. A celebration of Gloria’s life will follow at 2 p.m. Memorial donations may be made in Gloria’s name to The American Cancer Society. Visit burkefuneralhome.com.

BALLSTON SPA — Mary L. Buswell passed away Friday, October 4, 2019 at home. Relatives and friends are invited to call from 12-2 p.m. on October 9, 2019 at the Burke funeral home, 628 N. Broadway. Burial will be in the family plot in Greenridge Cemetery. Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Nancy L. (Revoir) Armstrong, 68, passed away October 6 at the Saratoga Hospital. Graveside services were held on October 10 at the Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville. Arrangements under the direction of the Burke Funeral Home. Visit burkefuneralhome.com.

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Anthony Francis Levo, Jr. SARATOGA SPRINGS — Anthony Francis Levo, Jr., 87 passed away October 4, 2019. Calling hours were October 9 at the Burke Funeral Home, N. Broadway. Mass was celebrated on October 10 at St. Clement’s Church with burial following in Greenfield Cemetery. Visit burkefuneralhome.com.

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Joseph Verrigni HUDSON FALLS — Joseph Verrigni, 69, entered Heaven on October 1, 2019. Calling hours are 4-7 p.m. October 11 at Burke Funeral Home with 5:30 p.m. Knights of Columbus service.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. October 12 at St. Michael the Archangel Church, So. Glens Falls. Burial will follow, St. Peter’s Cemetery, Saratoga. Visit burkefuneralhome.com.

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St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Thanksgiving Food Drive: Donation Site Now Available Saratoga Springs — The first community wide food drive being coordinated by St. Paul’s Lutheran Church is pleased to announce there will be a publicly available nonperishable food collection point for donors at the City of Saratoga Springs Weibel Avenue ice rink parking lot. Donors can drop canned or boxed foods for the Thanksgiving season between the hours of 2pm

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and 5pm on Saturday, October 19 and Sunday, October 20. Food collected will be shared between the St Paul’s Lutheran Church food pantry and the Salvation Army of Saratoga Springs food pantry for distribution prior to Thanksgiving. Extra donations will replenish their shelves for the following weeks leading up to winter.

This community collaboration is supported by availability of the City of Saratoga Springs parking area at the Recreation Department ice rinks located at 30 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Logistics One company of Saratoga Springs is donating use of a semi trailer for collection and distribution of the food items to the participating pantries. Minuteman Express printing of Glens Falls provided

reduced rate production of door fliers being distributed in the City and nearby communities by St Paul's and Salvation Army volunteers this Columbus Day weekend. Volunteers will pick up donations from homes willing to participate and bring them to the collection point on October 19 and 20. This service project is part of St. Paul’s Red-Letter Challenge, a church-wide event using the

words of Jesus to challenge church members to grow in faith and show love, caring and compassion toward others. The concept originated with its Youth Group that has coordinated a similar neighborhood drive near the Church for many years. St. Paul's invites engagement and participation in the Challenge, Church programs, and service missions supporting those in need.

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COURT Lee R. Newhall, 33, of Lynn, Massachusetts, pleaded Oct. 8 to attempted criminal possession of a controlled substance, felony, in Saratoga Springs. Sentencing Dec. 3. Elijah R. Tripp, 27, of Milton. pleaded Oct. 8 to aggravated harassment of an employee by an inmate, a felony, in Milton. Sentencing Dec. 3. Travis J. Varney, 31, of South Glens Falls was sentenced Oct. 7 to five years of probation, after pleading to aggravated DWI with child, a felony, in Saratoga Springs.

POLICE Robert L. Salisbury, 30, of Schenectady, was charged Oct. 7 with felony DWI, felony aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and operation of a motor vehicle without a required interlock device – a misdemeanor. Salisbury was charged in connection with an alleged hitand-run crash with a utility pole on West High Street in Ballston Spa, after which he is suspected of fleeing the scene.

Jamie Waters, 29, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Oct. 4 with endangering the welfare of a child, and violating agriculture and market law – both misdemeanors. Angelica Prisco, 23, of Saratoga Springs, was similarly charged Oct. 4 with endangering the welfare of a child, and violating agriculture and market law – both misdemeanors. Christopher Rodden, 31, of Schuylerville, was charged Oct. 6 with misdemeanor DWI, and a motor vehicle equipment violation following a traffic stop on Union Avenue. Rachel Cristie, 23, of Schuylerville, was charged Oct. 6 with misdemeanor DWI, and a motor vehicle equipment violation, and operating a motor vehicle without an inspection

BLOTTER 5 certificate following a traffic stop on Lake Avenue. Kenneth Dooley, 57, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Oct. 6 with assault in the third-degree, and aggravated criminal contempt – a felony violating an order of protection. Tracy Wilcox, 39, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Sept. 30 with criminal contempt, a misdemeanor. Bonnie Hammond, 57, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Oct. 1 with criminal trespass misdemeanor. Dane Jones, 47, of Troy, was charged in Saratoga Springs Oct. 1 with criminal trespass misdemeanor. Erika Stewart, 32, of Wilton, was charged Oct. 2 in Saratoga Springs with aggravated

unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle – a misdemeanor, and operating an unregistered vehicle, a violation. Jasmine Hill-Davis, 18, of Gansevoort, was charged Oct. 2 in Saratoga Springs with second degree menacing, criminal

mischief, and criminal possession of a weapon. All three charges are misdemeanors. Johntay Jones, 31, of Schenectady, was charged Oct. 4 in Saratoga Springs with resisting arrest, and unlawful possession of marijuana.

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NEW YORK — Assemblyman Dan Stec (R,C,IQueensbury) called on the governor to repeat bail reform measures currently set to take effect throughout the state on Jan. 1, 2020. The reform would allow defendants now accused of violent crimes to be issued appearance tickets and be free until their trial.

Stec’s call is due to a recent car chase in Warren County which resulted in an innocent man dying. The man leading the chase, Skyler Crouse, was charged with second degree manslaughter among other crimes. Crouse also has a previous history of criminal activity and skipping bail. Under the new measures, he would be given one of the appearance tickets. For more information, contact Michael Barse at 518-455-5053.

Mavis Responds to 2018 Schoharie Crash by Kevin Matyi Saratoga TODAY

SCHOHARIE — Almost exactly a year ago, in October 2018, a stretch limousine in Schoharie crashed, killing 20 people. Court documents alleged that the crash was due to Mavis Discount Tire shop failing to perform critical brake work on the failure. In the intervening time, CBS6 reported on conflicting information about repairs at Mavis, such as how a manager said that a brake cylinder was returned, while a May 11 invoice said that it had been installed; or

how a brake flush was listed, but that the brake had only been bled. The manager continued by talking about “a billing practice at Mavis in which certain services were substituted on invoices, for the ones actually performed in order for the store to meet sales quotas established by the corporate office.” A statement released by a Mavis representative earlier this week, on Wednesday, Oct. 10, said “our thoughts and condolences remain with the victims of this tragic accident. Mavis did not cause the accident, however, and bears no legal responsibility for it.”

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League of Women Helping Saratoga: Voters Helping You Thanksgiving Basket Project Learn How to Vote

by Kevin Matyi Photos provided.

SARATOGA COUNTY — The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County joined with the Board of Elections to provide interested voters an opportunity to practice using a voting machine exactly like those used on Election Day and a sample ballot. The event had voter registration forms, applications for

absentee ballots and information about early voting. The assistance took place on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the first 25 people participating received a coupon for a free ice cream cone courtesy of Ben & Jerrys. For more information, contact Francine Rodger at 518-331-4011 or at lwvsaratoga@aol.com.

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SARATOGA COUNTY — The Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council (EOC) is looking for volunteers to help with its Thanksgiving Basket project, which helps over 3,000 people in Saratoga County. People can help with any of the following: • Making a monetary donation. One donation of $45 will help a family in need.

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• Host a food drive at your workplace, organization or other gathering area. This helps to secure items that the EOC cannot get in bulk. • Become a Donation Coordinator Volunteer to both solicit and coordinate donations of fresh produce. • Become a Clerical Volunteer to input applications, place reminder phone calls and tag and organize baskets.

• Become a Packing and Distribution Volunteer, where you unload food, get ready for the packing event, pack bags just before Thanksgiving and help distribute baskets to families. For more information, visit www.saratogaeoc.org/ thanksgiving, or email Gwen Matson, Communications and Outreach Specialist for the EOC, at g.matson@saratogaeoc.org.

Pediatrician Pushes Patient Participating in Pumpkin Challenge SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Saturday, Oct. 12, Emanual Cirenza, M.D., will be pushing his patient, 5-year-old Johnny, who has Cerebral Palsy, in the 19th annual Great Pumpkin Challenge at the Saratoga Spa State Park Columbia Pavilion. Ainsley’s Angels of America, one of the organizations

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Spooky Saratoga

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partnered to host the event, is participating for the 5th year. Ainsley’s pairs rider athletes who are unable to complete the race unassisted, with able-bodied runners who push the riders in specialized chariots. For more information, contact Jill Burwell at 518-421-4909, or at Albany@ainsleysangels.org.

It’s that spooky time of year again! Check out these Halloween decorations on the corner of Lake Ave. and Pine Wood right here Saratoga Springs!

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Roohan Realty Goes Pink for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The Roohan team is proud to participate in National Breast Cancer Awareness Month each and every October. The second most common kind of cancer in women, breast cancer can be treated if detected early. The American Cancer Society recommends that women 45-54 should have a mammogram test every year. Women 55 and older, every two years or continue yearly screening depending on family history. Help us spread the word and GO PINK! To learn more, visit NationalBreastCancer.org.

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Elections 2019 The Countdown Begins

continued from front page... Both candidates were basically in agreement regarding the safety of all city residents, regardless of status, and each praised a recent document documented by former Chief of Police Greg Veitch that essentially said local police would not stop people on the street to ask their immigration status. “If ICE comes to our town and asks for our cooperation, we are obliged to cooperate with them…but aside from that, immigration (status) will not be the priority of Saratoga Springs Police Department,” said Dalton. “Being black in America, I can remember when stop-andsearch was a rampant thing, and I’ve been stopped many times just because of the color of my skin, so I can relate to what undocumented citizens are going through,” said

Hicks, a Democrat who retired from the U.S. military after 30 years of active duty service with the National Guard. “We need to make sure our citizens - whether they’re documented or not – don’t have to live through that. We need to stand up and speak for those who can’t speak for themselves.” “I have from day one been very pro-immigrant,” Dalton, a Republican, told the crowd of approximately 40 people. “Back in 2017, when we had ICE in our community it was one of the most profoundly disturbing experiences I had as an American…they were stopping people on the street on their way to work, based on the color of their skin, and rounding them up. It really created an atmosphere of fear and terror for people that I know, who I love, who I work with, who I see every day.” In response to her stated

position, one of the attendees of the forum loudly bellowed from the back of the church at Dalton: “You are an embarrassment to the Republican Party,” and promptly exited the room. “There are some areas where I’m not going to toe a party line, and one of those areas is immigration,” Dalton said. There was a brief discussion regarding a 2013 Gloversville police department report charging Hicks with assault following an alleged altercation with his girlfriend. “What you see in the police report is the beginning of an investigation. It doesn’t tell the whole story,” Hicks said. “I was investigated, I was charged, I had a court hearing and the charges were dismissed. Not only that, I was in uniform at the time, so I was investigated by the military authorities as well and there were

City Public Safety Commissioner candidates Robin Dalton, left, and Kendall Hicks, right, at Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church Oct. 7, where a discussion was held that focused on the topic: Immigration, Public Safety and Community. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

no charges pressed or filed in that respect as well. So, I finished a full 30-year career decorated career because I carried the bronze star. I don’t know of any soldier who has been under those type of serious charges and can retire with the bronze star.” “Those documents raised a lot of questions, and to date

those questions have not been answered,” Dalton responded. “I hear him say now that he was cleared of the charges, that he was cleared by the military of these charges, but I have yet to see any documents that supports that narrative.” continues to next page...

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Elections 2019 The Coutdown Begins

continued from previous page... Hicks was not endorsed by the Saratoga Springs Democratic Committee, and after news of the 2013 report became known, previous endorsements of Hicks by local Democrats Carrie Woerner, Tara Gaston, and Dillon Moran were retracted. “I would love to put these questions to bed, but the only way to do that, in my mind, is to see some documentation from the military, and some documentation from the Gloversville Police Department, or the court, that he was indeed cleared,” Dalton said. Hicks responded that he is willing to share the documents from Gloversville court dismissing the charges against him. “I have them. I carry them with me in my car at all times and I’d be happy to sit down and show them to you,” Hicks said. “As for the military, They did an investigation and I even had to redo my security clearance. Those documents are not privy to the public – I can’t go get them and show them to everyone – but me having a fully decorated retirement with the bronze star from Afghanistan – I think that should stand for itself.”

Current Public Safety Commissioner - Democrat Peter Martin, is not seeking re-election. Among the responsibilities of the post is the overall operation of the Police Department, the Fire Department, Code Administration, Animal Control, and Parking Enforcement. The Commissioner of Public Safety is also responsible for emergency planning. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5. Up for vote are all five City Council positions – mayor, and commissioners of Accounts, Finance, Public Works, and Public Safety – in addition to two city Supervisor seats, whose elected officials will represent the city’s interests at the county level. Voter registration deadline is Friday, Oct. 11. Applications must be postmarked no later than October 11, 2019 and received by a board of elections no later than October 16, 2019 to be eligible to vote in the General Election. For information, go to: www.elections. ny.gov/VotingDeadlines.html. The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County has announced they are hosting two Saratoga Springs “Meet the Candidates” nights – to be held Oct. 21-22. (See separate listing for details).

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LWV: Saratoga Springs Candidates Nights Slated for Oct. 21 -22 SARATOGA SPRINGS — Candidates for Saratoga Springs city supervisor, commissioner of public safety, and commissioner of finance have been invited to a Meet the Candidates Night at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 21. The event will be held at the Saratoga Springs High School Loewenberg Auditorium, 1 Blue Streak Blvd., Saratoga Springs. The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County has asked that Public Safety candidates Robin Dalton and Kendall Hicks; Finance candidates Michele Madigan and Patty Morrison, and Supervisor candidates Tara Gaston, Stephen Mittler, and Matthew Veitch confirm their

attendance and acceptance of the rules by Oct. 14. Additionally, candidates on the ballot for the Nov. 5 Saratoga Springs election for mayor and for commissioner of public works have been invited to a Meet the Candidates Night at 7 p.m. on Oct. 22 at the same venue. Mayoral candidates are: Timothy Holmes and Meg Kelly; Public Works candidates are Dillion Moran and Anthony Scirocco. The format will be: • Candidates’ opening statements of no more than two minutes • Questions from the audience • Candidates’ answers of no more than one and a half minutes • Each candidate will be given

two red cards to be used in the Question and Answer period. Each card will allow an additional minute. Red cards may not be used during the opening or closing statements. • Candidates’ closing statements of no more than one minute each. The League of Women Voters is a political organization that encourages informed and active citizen participation in government and works to increase understanding of major public policy issues. It does not support or oppose any political candidate or party. For more information contact Charlotte Druschel, Voter Services, LWV Saratoga County, 518-3311226, vslwvsc@gmail.com.

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U.S. Grant Author “Now Is The Time” Film, Forum Presentation on Mt. on NY Health Act Sunday McGregor Saturday WILTON — U.S. Grant author Mary Stockwell will lead a presentation Saturday at Mt. McGregor Saturday, Oct. 12. Contrary to previous works on President Grant, Mary Stockwell's “Interupted Odyssey: Ulysses S. Grant and the American Indians,” argues that Grant had no intention of appointing missionaries to run the nation's many reservations. Instead, he developed plans, with the help of his friend and first commissioner of Indian affairs, Ely S. Parker, himself a Seneca Indian, to place the executive branch and the army in charge of the Indian service. He was determined to protect the tribes from the onrush of settlers and to make every Indian an American citizen. Opposition to his approach arose swiftly from Congress, the Board of Indian Commissioners, reformers, the press, and the tribes themselves. In the end, Grant's dreams for America's "first occupants" failed in all respects but two: the tribes were saved, not exterminated, and the Indians

SARATOGA SPRINGS — A short film, followed by a forum on the New York Health Act will take place 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13 at Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 624 North Broadway. The discussion will focus on proposed legislation in New York to establish a single-payer insurance program. Introduction by Karen Wojcik-Hess, president of the Capital District Chapter NYS Alliance for Retired Americans. Questions will be addressed by Dr. George Jolly retired internist and supporter of Physicians for National Health Plan.

finally became citizens of the United States in the 20st century. Stockwell received her Ph.D. in American history from the University of Toledo, served as a professor of history and department chair at Lourdes University, and is currently a full-time writer. A book signing will be held at the conclusion of the program. The event takes place 1 p.m. at U.S. Grant Cottage Exit 16 in Wilton. For more information on Grant Cottage, go to: www. grantcottage.org.

Screen shot from the film, “Now Is The Time.”

Panel Hosts “Conversations to Build An Inclusive American Community” Sunday at Caffe Lena SARATOGA SPRINGS — In Our Name Initiative and MLK Saratoga have teamed up to sponsor “Conversation to Build an Inclusive American Community” at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 13, at Caffé Lena. The topic to be discussed is Wrongful Convictions, with a focus on the tremendous personal, social and emotional costs of wrongful convictions for innocent people and their families. The event is free and open to the public. The panel will include; Pete

Fiorillo, a retired investigator for NY County District Attorneys Hogan and Morgantheau; Experts and activists will speak on the case involving George Bell, Gary Johnson and Rohan Bolt, who have been in NYS prisons for a crime their attorneys claim they did not commit. Members of the defendants’ families will be in attendance and will speak about the impact these cases have on families and communities, revealing the hardships and the grit involved in fighting for justice

for their loved ones. The series at Caffé Lena is based on the premise that when people understand the common civic problems and issues that confront them and their neighbors, they are more likely to participate in creating solutions and less likely to become polarized and divisive. This can best be described as civil civic dialogue. For more information about this topic, contact Laura Manning at 518-581-7933, or email at frank@ioninitiative.org.

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PROJECT LIFESAVER by Kevin Matyi Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Last month, on Sept. 12, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America announced that it awarded a $5,000 grant to the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office to fund Project Lifesaver, a program and organization assisting families caring for loved ones with dementia-related illnesses, such as Alzheimer’s, or who are otherwise prone to wandering. According to the original press release, Project Lifesaver “allows caregivers to voluntarily register their relatives with dementia or autism to wear a small wrist or ankle transmitter that emits an individualized tracking signal.” According to Deputy Jason Lang of the Saratoga Sheriff ’s Office, the other part of Project Lifesaver’s equipment is a handheld receiver which an officer can tune to a specific frequency, thus allowing them to find a specific person registered in the program. He said that the receiver’s range is approximately three quarters of a mile, but that if the range was not large enough, they could hook the receiver into a

police car’s antenna and drive around to cover a larger area more quickly. He clarified that this was in addition to standard search procedures, like canine tracking and search groups. The purpose of the Project Lifesaver equipment is to reduce the search time and required manpower, not to replace existing measures. Thus far, Lang said that four people in the program have wandered away, all of which were located before officers equipped with Project Lifesaver receivers could arrive on scene. Chris Schneider, Communications Director for the Foundation, said that the grants for Project Lifesaver are new this year, and that the Saratoga Sheriff ’s Office was one of 10 member organizations throughout the country selected for the grant. Sandy Silverstein, Media Relations Manager for the Foundation, said that some of the other organizations given the grant this year include the Alzheimer’s Alliance of Smith County, in Texas, and the Anchorage Search Team in Alaska. Schneider added that Alzheimer’s affects 400,000

Project Lifesaver receiver and several transmitters. Photo provided.

people in New York State alone, and about five million people in the country. It is a serious enough problem that it is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, climbing to fifth for people over 65-years-old. He said that Project Lifesaver is important because people who wander may not realize that they are lost or need help, may not know who or how to call for help

and as a result have become a significant safety hazard. According to Lang, a receiver costs approximately $1,200, and a transmitter is $325. With the new grant, he said the Sheriff ’s Department intended to add another four receivers to their available equipment, allowing for quicker response times. He said that they were likely not going to buy new transmitters

with the grant money, as people have donated some, the Foundation has provided others and because the cost is much lower than for a new receiver. For more information, contact the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office at 518-885-6761, or visit www.saratogacountysheriff. org; or visit the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s website at www.alzfnd.org.

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

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NEWS

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

Historic School Gets Makeover Photos by Kevin Matyi

continued from front page... According to Bonacio, “you get dish washer, microwave, garbage disposal, a refrigerator and gas stove.” Seventy-seven Van Dam was originally built in 1903 as a school, however a former student of the school said that around 1970, it had its last class, as other schools were being built and so students were splitting their time between

school buildings, and eventually transitioned into the new building exclusively. More recently, the building housed apartments in the upper floors, and several small businesses in the lower floor. Bonacio said that “we were looking for another project. Location is everything. This building was hiding in plain sight, it was for sale, with this we also purchased next door, 91 Van Dam, it was all-inclusive.

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That will remain rentals, these are condos for sale.” As for how she discovered the building in the first place, she said “so literally my husband and I were driving around and we were at the red light, and we literally looked over at the building and were like ‘oh my God, that could be a reconversion.’ It was really, literally hiding in plain sight.” Bonacio then went through the process of securing the building, “and we closed on it at the end of last year.” Currently, there are plans for 24 condos in the building’s four floors and a lobby area with both the building’s elevator and mail area. The condos start at $278,600 for the 680 square-foot Unit 201 on the second floor, and go as high as $477,300 for Unit 302, 1,345 square feet, on the third floor. There is an additional monthly cost of $398 for various utilities including water, trash removal, building maintenance and snow removal. Contracts for the condos opened lasted Monday, Sept. 30. In the following week, three of the units have already been sold. Bonacio said that occupancy would be starting in March next year.

The main entryway for 77 Van Dam, which will lead to the elevator and mailboxes for residents.

One of the condominiums, currently under construction.

Bonacio concluded by saying that “we will have a completed model that people can tour in December, but I want to encourage them to get them now,

because we are taking contracts.” For more information, contact Julie Bonacio at 518701-5080, or Julie & Co. Realty at 518-350-7653.

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS BALLSTON 60 Cypress St., $357,720. Heritage Builders Group LLC sold property to Alison Barber. 70 McMaster St., $210,000. Michael Cataldo, Sr. sold property to Zachery and Victoria Whittredge. 9 Apple St., $255,500. Carter Flanigan sold property to Tyler Quintana and Kayla Diegel. 28 Kasey Pass, $251,807. Brookview Court Inc / Pigliavento Builders DBA sold property to Jeffrey and Kathleen Reynolds and Sarah Hoffman. 358 Goode St., $445,000. Patricia and Bruce Langan sold property to Caitlin and Stephan Vigliotti, Jr. Brookline Rd., $69,000. Robert Rutland sold property to Edward Dworakowski, Jr. 24 Jubilee Acres Lane, $155,000. John and Paula VanVorst sold property to Kathleen and David Barclay II. 36 Fruitwood Dr., $255,000. Jonathan and Kristin Earle sold property to Ryan and Melissa Walega. 32 Sycamore St., $395,000. M. Kent and Priscilla Wyman sold property to Victoria Starr. 59 Sycamore St., $339,358. Heritage Builders Group LLC sold property to Damon and Cassie Antalek. 272 Lake Rd., $395,000. Michael and Charlotte Busone sold property to Trevor, Robert and Sharon Faulkner.

CHARLTON 29 Crooked St., $173,000. James Perretta (as Trustee) sold property to Erica Debie. 1410 Cosgrove Dr., $602,000. Bordeau Builders Inc. sold property to Stacey Fantauzzi. 384 Stage Rd., $390,000. Mark and Janelle Becker sold property to Jane and Ronny Ball. 90 Sweetman Rd., $229,000. Andrew Travaly sold property to Daniel When. 0 Peaceable St., $115,000. Edward Seales sold property to Sarah and Craig Appell, Jr.

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

CORINTH 338 Main St., $150,000. Susan and Michael Palma sold property to Nathan and Jennifer Catallo. 3 Heath St., $147,000. Joyce Lacomb sold property to Lindsey Brasser and Jordan Nolan. 22 Barbara Mac D Drive, $194,000. Kevin O’Brien and Stacey Clay O’Brien sold property to Justin and Laura Spina.

28 Alpine Meadows Rd., $45,000. Sean Holmes Excavating LLC sold property to Vicky Wheaten Saraceni. 605 Braim Rd., $650,000. Kayse and Fred Burke, Jr. sold property to RAC Closing Services LLC. 605 Braim Rd., $650,000. RAC Closing Services LLC sold property to Susan and Joseph Dumelin.

MALTA

6 Paris Ave., $76,000. Terry Walsh sold property to Elisa Hayes.

6 Larkspur Dr., $265,000. Ian Pancoast sold property to Andrew and Alissa Veltman.

6 Wells Estate Court, $265,000. Colt and Kimberly Schofield sold property to Krista Stewart.

86 Riley Cove Rd., $282,500. Kathleen Fedorchak (as Trustee) sold property to Peter Kehrer.

404 Palmer Ave., $153,400. Steven Rice and Kathleen Cavalluzzi sold property to Adam Horton. 43 County Route 10, $90,000. Maria and William Normile sold property to Maria Bullock. 4547 Route 9N, $55,000. Gaardsman Properties LLC sold property to Sttephen and Ann Frye.

GALWAY 3089 Ridge Wood Dr., $180,000. Daniel and Carole Nastars sold property to Harold and Jody Crowley. 2249 Alexander Rd., $270,000. Clifford and Darlene Stiffler sold property to Adam Woods and Marina Giorgio. 297 Donnan Rd., $397,000. Jeffrey and Elizabeth Orzel sold property to Chance and Mariam Wilk. 2537 Old Mill Rd., $340,000. Gary and Sharyn Kalinkewicz sold property to Larry and Paula Cosh. 9200 Leahy Dr., $265,000. Anne Prysmont sold property to Charles and Jane Guyon.

GREENFIELD 468 NYS Route 9, $300,000. Maple Cottage LLC sold property to BMA Acquisitions LLC. 104 Allen Rd., $78,700. Secretary of Veterans Affairs sold property to Samantha Relyea.

84 Riley Cove Rd., $290,000. Kathleen Fedorchak (as Trustee) and Claudia Coffey (Ind and as Trustee) sold property to Tasha and Carlton Stewart III. 25 Vettura Court, $414,900. William and Mary Taylor sold property to Karen Gerhardt. 40 Stony Point Rd., $325,000. John and Mary Coschignano sold property to Joseph M., Sherry, Daniel and Joseph P. Walker. 7 Teaberry Place, $265,500. Victoria Starr sold property to Martin and Sarah Quinn. 33 Woodmint Place, $286,000. Gregor Kum sold property to Ryan Halpin. 5 Rosebay Rd., $364,000. Michael Toma sold property to Jessica Maynard and Shane Kilburn. 5 Raspberry Dr., $247,000. Lorraine Descisciolo (by Exec) sold property to Christine Evanchuk. 41 Vettura Court, $85,000. Lecmor Residential LLC sold property to DeGraff Bloom Custom Builders Inc. 7 Surrey Dr., $415,000. David and Susan Theobald (as Trustees) sold property to Zachary DeMartino and Challen Banach. continues to next page...

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MILTON 3 Pinewood Lane, $170,000. David Bradt (as Trustee) sold property to Douglas and Tiffany Guisti. 77 Eastern Ave., $200,000. Karen Johnson sold property to Virginia Pulling. 302 Jatski Dr., $312,500. Stanley Locker (by Agent) sold property to Stacy West. 80 Deer Run Rd., $191,500. Charles and Bernice Ferris sold property to William Murphy. 24 Paisley Rd., $303,000. Tony and Lori Natale sold property to Nicholas and Brittney Alfano. 21 Kaatskill Way, $260,000. Jean Duffy sold property to Tyler Ruhle. 131 West Milton Rd., $175,000. Joseph Cernic, Jr. (by Exec) sold property to Kyle Baskin. 18 Lancaster Place, $182,500. Thomas and Nicolle Luse sold property to Yevgeniy Khutoryanskiy. 717 Morgan Lane, $380,000. Anthony and Deborah Tomaso sold property to Joseph and Melissa Capobianco.

SARATOGA SPRINGS 485 Grand Ave., $415,000. Michael, Robert, Mark and Gerald Moreau sold property to Boghosian Bros Inc. 156 Spring St., $775,000. Mary Song sold property to Kristin Bluvas and Jason Frasier. 54 Jane St., $504,942. Blitman Saratoga LLC sold property to Charles and Maureen Maze. 183 Grand Ave., $502,000. Hannah Shalett and Muriel Quintana sold property to Elisabeth Spano and Gregory Falkowski. 5 Jumel Place, $450,000. William Zabala (by Exec) sold property to Matthew and Kristen Richwine. 87 Railroad Place, Unit 401, $850,000. Mary Strunk sold property to Denise Cote.

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

4 Larkspur Dr., $575,000. Eric and Heather Lacoppola sold property to Caroline Girgenti and Dewitt Angevine. 39 Jaipur Lane, $243,000. Ardalan Maher (by Agent) and Dawn Maher (Ind and as Agent) sold property to Karen Dancho. 122 Madison St., $260,000. Michael Blackshear sold property to Andrew O’Connor and Eileen Glynn O’Connor. 9 Pine Alley, $289,000. Beverley Mastrianni sold property to John and Jean Buhac. 37 Henry St., Unit 401. $875,000. Christine Eppard (as Trustee) sold property to Ronald and Nancy Solevo. 62 Bensonhurst Ave., $574,315. Bonacio Constriction Inc. sold property to Emanuel and Maya Valentin.

10A Nelson Ave., $159,900. Donald Sherwood (as Trustee) sold property to Kara Smith and James Delfavero.

STILLWATER 55 Whitney Rd. South, $325,000. Kevin and Eileen Sullivan sold property to Nathan Mastropietro and Brittni Ferrell. 31 Whitney Rd. South, $345,000. Brian and Jill Gregorius sold property to Zach Wasserman and Annalise Polvino. 10 Gurba Dr., $240,000. Diane Nadeau sold property to Gary and Katherine Shanks. 137 Putnam Rd., $575,000. Peter and Marcia Lynch sold property to Michael and Olga Gorelick. 50 Calvary Course, $337,500. Peter and Stephanie Keegan

sold property to Heidi and Charles Bigger II. 24 Kellogg Rd., $10,000. Joseph and Irene Zecca sold property to Capital District Windows and Doors Inc./Zecca Builders DBA. 24 Kellogg Rd., $255,400. Capital District Windows and Doors Inc./Zecca Builders DBA sold property to Diane Nadeau. 3 Morgan Court, $50,000. Camelot Associates Development LLC sold property to Camelot Associates Corporation. 3 Morgan Court, $307,675. Camelot Associates Corporation sold property to Julie and Matthew Pilotti.

19 WILTON 37 Corinth Mountain Rd., $299,900. Dale and Dayna Cosh sold property to Jessica Sullivan. 31 Fairway Blvd., $259,560. Daniel Warren sold property to Melody Loftus. 4 Preserve Way, $525,000. Michael and Rose Ciccotelli sold property to Michaeleen Maran and Erin Matulonis (Trustees). 40 Timbira Dr., $349,000. Linda Rhodes sold property to Jacklyn Bogardus. 37 Traver Rd., $359,832. McPadden Builders LLC sold property to Jeremy Davis and Scott Drake.

BUSINESS

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

CLASS IN SESSION with the Community Loan Fund by Kevin Matyi Saratoga TODAY

CAPITAL REGION — The Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region and JPMorgan Chase have partnered together to launch a new online training program for entrepreneurs. The Community Loan Fund is a non-profit community development financial institution that serves the various counties of the Capital Region. It started in 1985 and attempts to promote sustainable community development efforts for economically underserved people and communities. It provides access to capital by pooling

investments and donations from socially concerned individuals and organizations. The platform was created with a $175,000 grant from the JPMorgan Chase Foundation. Linda MacFarlane, Executive Director for the Community Loan Fund, said “The Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region is so grateful for this grant and for the support JPMorgan Chase has provided during the development of this new online training program.” The new program is based on the curriculum and workshops developed by the Community Loan Fund to foster small business growth for women, minorities and people with low income.

The program covers topics that help entrepreneurs start their businesses including financing, understanding legal requirements, financial forecasting, marketing, and record keeping. It also provides guidance for people who are already in business but want to grow. The program consists of tutorials presented as videos with quizzes to measure understanding of the topics discussed. It also offers interviews with Community Loan Fund clients to talk about their businesses. Amber Chaves, owner of the Bundle Store in Ballston Spa, said that the Community Loan Fund both gave her a $5,000 loan to help start her business, and re-lent to her when she expanded to Clifton Park for several years. While Chaves herself has not taken the Community Loan Fund’s classes, over time she has created several online classes herself to teach people how to use baby carriers, cloth diapers and other such products. Chaves said that originally she taught the classes exclusively in person, and still offers that

Bundle Store, in Ballston Spa, with owner Amber Chaves. Photo by Kevin Matyi.

service; however, by also offering the classes as pre-recorded presentations online, she has made them accessible to almost anyone at any time.

“The classes launched recently,” she said. “But they were on my to-do list for years.” She added that even partners with different schedules, people who already have children and anyone else with a busy or inconsistent schedule can all still learn, thanks to the online nature of the new courses allowing people to show up for class whenever they have time, rather than at a strict time, day and place. MacFarlane said that the Community Loan Fund’s classes “helps us get out into the field and reach the more remote parts of our 11-county region. As a result of this partnership with JPMorgan Chase, we are empowering even more women and minorities to start new businesses and take part in the prosperity of this region.” Billy Botsakos, Chase Market Director, Capitol Region, said “By leveraging technology, the Community Loan Fund is able to overcome the transportation and social challenges that make it difficult for underserved entrepreneurs to access resources needed to grow their business.” For more information, visit the Community Loan Fund’s website at www.mycommunityloanfund.org.

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

BUSINESS BRIEFS 21

West Mountain Fall Festival 4 Local Realtor Recognized QUEENSBURY — West Mountain is holding its latest annual Fall Festival over the course of two weekends in October. The event starts on Saturday, Oct. 12 and Sunday, Oct. 13; then continues on Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct. 20. For both weekends, the Festival runs from noon to 6 p.m. It will have favorites like pumpkin and apple pie, apple

cider doughnuts, hot and cold apple cider and BBQ pulled pork. Additionally, there will be chairlift rides and hikes, aerial treetop tours, pumpkin painting, a petting zoo, mountain biking and scenic hayrides, among various other activities. For more information, visit www.westmtn.net, or contact Katie@westmtn.net.

Saratoga Hospital Doctor Included in International Pool of Experts SARATOGA SPRINGS — Dr. Michael Holland of Saratoga Hospital has been selected by the European Commissions on chemical threats’ Committee on Health, Environmental and Emerging Risks for an international pool of experts to advise the Commission. Experts in the pool will provide ad hoc, rapid risk assessment on chemical threats to public health, consumer safety and the environment. Holland was chosen for his significant expertise in medical toxicology and environmental health. He has lectured extensively on occupational and environmental toxicology, hazardous materials and emergency response. He also serves on the faculty of the Medical Toxicology Fellowship Training

SARATOGA SPRINGS —Lisa Licata has been awarded the Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) designation, the premier seller agency designation in the country. The designation is conferred by the Real Estate Business Institute and is an official credential of the National Association of REALTORS.

requires the recipient to complete comprehensive coursework in seller representation, demonstrate significant seller representation experience and expertise and subscribe to the REALTOR Code of Ethics. For more information, contact Lisa Licata at 518-688-2211.

Saratoga Fall Festival and Victorian Streetwalk Coming Up

Pumpkin Race at the DBA Fall Festival. Photo by Deborah Neary.

Dr. Michael Holland. Photo provided.

Program and as a consulting medical toxicologist at the Upstate New York Prison Center. For more information, contact Peter Hopper, Director of Marketing and Communications at Saratoga Hospital, at 518583-8679, or at phopper@ saratogahospital.org.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs Downtown Business Association will be presenting the latest annual DBA Fall Festival and Victorian Streetwalk in Saratoga Springs. The Festival, on its 18th year, will take place on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and will have pumpkin rolling, magic shows, trick or treating and a variety of games, prizes and other activities. The 33rd annual Victorian

Streetwalk will be on Tuesday, Dec. 3. It is one of the longest continuously running events in downtown Saratoga and it invites visitors and locals to enjoy the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus, the lighting of the annual Christmas Tree, free entertainment and refreshments and more. For more information, contact Fran Dingeman, 2019 DBA Festivals Coordinator, at festivals@ saratogaspringsdowntown.com.

Lisa Licata. Photo provided.

EDUCATION

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

A Look at Ballston Spa’s Community

Spirit Week 2019 Photos Provided.

BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa Central School District and the local community combined efforts to celebrate school and community pride during the district’s annual Community Spirit Week on October 7 - 12, 2019. During the weeklong celebration, the High School students held the annual senior girls’ powder puff football game and a new Homecoming Street Fair (replacing the former community parade) on Friday afternoon before the Homecoming football game vs. Scotia High School. The BSHS Homecoming dance for current High School students was also held Saturday night. Students celebrated Spirit Week 2019 with various themes and activities each day of the Spirit Week. Class T-shirt Day

was held on Monday, followed by Tourist Tuesday, We the People (Red, White and Blue Day) on Wednesday, Color Wars on Thursday and Purple & Gold School Spirit Day on Friday. Ballston Spa High School clubs participated in the annual painting of windows at the Ballston Spa High/Middle School complex with purple and gold spirit week themes. Students in the Middle School and elementary schools also participated in various events throughout the week. Organizations from throughout the area and members of various school groups were invited to participate in the new Community Street Fair which included student-led activities, games, food and fun offered by the student clubs and organizations from throughout the district.

Activities included a Rock Climbing Wall, Inflatable Obstacle Course, Dunk Tank, Swing Dancing, Photo Selfie Station, and a variety of fun games. The entire Ballston Spa school community was invited and encouraged to participate in the Street Fair and support the students as they joined together to celebrate Scottie Pride.

Above: BSHS Seniors compete in the Powder Puff Football Game. Below: BSHS Spirit Week Window Painting.

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

EDUCATION BRIEFS

Northshire Bookstore: Evening with Bestselling Author James Riley SARATOGA SPRINGS — Join the bestselling author James Riley to celebrate the release of his latest book “The Last Dragon (The Revenge of Magic #2).” About the Last Dragon: Fort Fitzgerald is determined to uncover the truth, but a new student at school and the secrets he has to keep complicate matters in this second novel in a thrilling

new series. Fort Fitzgerald can’t stop having nightmares about the day his father was taken from him in an attack on Washington, DC. In these dreams, an Old One, an evil beyond comprehension, demands the location of the last dragon. But other than some dragon skeletons dug up with the books of magic on Discovery Day, Fort has never seen a dragon

before. Could there still be one left alive? The event will take place Monday, October 14 at 5 p.m. Tickets are required and can be purchased at the store website. Tickets are $5 for children and unaccompanied adults and are good for $5 off any book by James Riley purchased the day of. Tickets are free for adults with a child.

SUNY Empire State College Unveils New Logo SARATOGA SPRINGS — SUNY Empire State College has unveiled a new logo to represent its mission of educational opportunity for students at any stage of life. The new logo features a burning torch wrapped in the

tradition of a SUNY Empire shield, cast in an energized shade of SUNY Empire orange. The torch hints at the iconic torch of the Statue of Liberty, a global symbol of leadership and opportunity, with the flames

subtly suggesting the “E” of the former SUNY Empire logo.

Meaningful Moments in the Aftermath of Gun Violence SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Wednesday, October 16 at 8 p.m. Skidmore College will host an evening with one of its own alumni, Fred Guttenberg, who lost his daughter at a mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, on Feb. 14, 2018. Fred Guttenberg’s 14-year-old daughter Jaime, a freshman, was one of 17 people murdered in the Parkland, Florida school shooting.

The day after the attack, Guttenberg attended a vigil and was asked to speak. That was the start of a new public life for Guttenberg. He was angry and quickly realized his new purpose as an advocate in the fight for public safety. Guttenberg now spends his time urging elected officials to do more. He persistently pursues strategies to enhance public safety, enact gun safety measures and turn out the vote through

Orange Ribbons for Jaime, a nonprofit organization. Prior to establishing Orange Ribbons for Jaime, Guttenberg was an executive at Johnson & Johnson, an entrepreneur and owner of 19 Dunkin’ Donuts franchises. He graduated from Skidmore College in 1988 with a degree in management and business. This event is free and open to the public, and will take place at Gannett Auditorium, Palamountain Hall.

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SCHUYLERVILLE — A reminder that the fall book fair for elementary and middle school students is coming up! The book fair will be held Thursday, Oct. 17,

Friday, Oct. 18 and Monday, Oct. 21. Volunteers are needed to help set up and run the book fair. Sign up on the school website: www. schuylervilleschools.org

SAFER Food Drive SCHUYLERVILLE — Throughout the month of October, Mr. Jorgensen’s Life Skills class will be collecting food items for the Schuylerville Area Food and Emergency

Relief (SAFER). The class has decorated donation boxes and placed them throughout the school. Those wishing to donate can drop their items in one of the boxes prior to Oct. 31.

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

An Intrepid

Education Photos provided.

Experience is the best teacher. It requires courage and instills confidence. An intrepid explorer learns through discovery. These discoveries are being made every day at the Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs. “We were attracted to the ideas within Waldorf. Education is similar to nutrition – absorption is everything. If you learn something in school but you can’t immediately retain it, it defeats the purpose. Experience is something you remember. Here, it’s all about experience,” said Richard Frank, owner of Four Seasons Natural Foods and Chair of Waldorf ’s Board of Directors.

by Megin Potter

for Saratoga TODAY

At Waldorf, his two children, ages 11 and 15, are learning in a way that is constantly evolving but is based on principles first laid out by Austrian scientist Rudolf Steiner a century ago.

100 Years of Understanding After visiting the Waldorf Astoria cigarette factory in Germany in 1919, Rudolf Steiner established a model of education for the children of the factory employees that would inspire new ideas through an integration of information and first-hand experiences. Today, his philosophies are the groundwork behind the 1,000 Waldorf schools located across the world. Waldorf students are highly sought after by colleges and beyond because the skills they’ve developed are bringing practical solutions to the problems currently facing our modern society. The Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs was founded in 1981. Today, they operate four campuses within the city, including a Forest Kindergarten and one of only five Waldorf high schools within the state. ““It’s about keeping people open and giving them the skills to do what they want in life. I think it’s been a great choice for my family. We’re very happy with the education,” said Frank.

Specialized Schooling Waldorf classes are very small – approximately 10 students per grade level in the high school. Students have the same teacher from first through 5th grade and aren’t evaluated with letter grades until 8th grade. Students take week-long field trips, write their own textbooks, and learn foreign languages early on. The visual and performing arts are revered, as is physical movement - the school day was even rearranged to allow more time for recess for certain grades. “Children are not chained to a desk here,” said Frank. Communication is encouraged throughout and discipline is balanced with understanding consequences and focused discussions.

With special programs, tuition assistance, and buses to transport kids to and from school, Waldorf is an individualized educational experience that is open to a broader socio-economic base than many private schools.

“This is the way life is supposed to be.”

Parental Partners Parents and teachers are considered partners in the Waldorf educational model. “You’ll really want to come and invest in your child’s wellbeing,” said Frank. When Janine Bitetto enrolled her son Michael, age 3, at Waldorf, it was because she wanted a change from the pace and hurried schedule that had become her normal way of life before then. “I wanted to disconnect from everything else and focus on the rhythms of the home,” she said. While she has also taken on the responsibility of becoming the school’s Events Coordinator, she keeps simplicity at the heart of her decision-making. “This is the way life is supposed to be. At Waldorf, it becomes about more than just going to school – it educates everyone. I’m very connected to who I am now, while at the same time, it’s nourishing him. I can see how much he’s bonding with other kids now, too,” said Bitetto. The public is welcome to visit any of the school’s classrooms during their regular open houses. This allows you to witness first-hand the students contentedly completing handwork, determinedly bent over a wood project in shop class, participating in a group discussion on literature, conducting lab experiments together, or experimenting with unstructured outdoor free play time. “They’re not afraid of the world,” said Bitetto.

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An Intrepid

Education Photos provided.

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Learning that is Alive

Fun, Fearless Fall Festival

Because Waldorf teachers and faculty are deeply immersed in their fields and passions, they are able to express it with an infectious enthusiasm.

For the first time, the Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs is holding their Autumn Festival on the grounds of Pitney Meadows Community Farm, at 223 West Avenue, in Saratoga Springs.

“The Waldorf curriculum works because the teachers are alive,” said Joshua Chambers. A professional multimedia artist and composer, Chambers gave their 2010 graduating class commencement speech and has directed several of Waldorf ’s dramatic productions. “It was some of the best work I’ve ever done because it was so transformative – for them and for me,” he said. Because every child was required to play a part in their production of Tennessee William’s “Glass Menagerie,” they learned together how to transcend fear and defy convention. “We were trying to put together something that’s going to change someone’s life – learning how to see with new eyes and experience something completely new – while being team players and working together,” said Chambers. That is the real power of an education based on experience – the ability to inspire change. “For culture to evolve, people need to be fearless,” he said.

On October 19, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., the public is invited to enjoy dancing, puppet shows, storytelling and live musical performances by the students on their colorful grounds. There will be horse drawn carriage and pony rides, goats, sheep and wildlife demos on-site. Children are encouraged to play, carve their own pumpkins, have their face painted and participate in the hay jump. They can learn traditional skills including blacksmithing, wool spinning, felting, garlic braiding, jewelry making, and how to construct corn husk dolls. Waldorf students will be among the teachers at this event! Vendors and food from the Adelphi Catering Co. Food Truck, 9 Miles East Farm, Dizzy Chicken Wood-Fired Barbeque, and Whole Harvest Company will be available. This event is free to the public. There is a suggested donation of $5/adult and $2/children, and a small fee for some activities. For more information go to www.waldorfsaratoga.org/autumn-fest

“For culture to evolve, people need to be fearless.”

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

A Guide to Halloween Mischief

festivals, cornmazes, hayrides and more

PUMPKIN CARVING ON THE FARM Enjoy our pumpkin harvest with a fun jack o’ lantern carving workshop with friends and neighbors on your community farm! Pitney Meadow Farm, 223 West Ave., Saratoga Springs from noon 12 - 3pm in the pumpkin patch (large field) on October 12 and 19. $10 - $15 for a large carving pumpkin. Carving tools for kids included and we compost the mess!

NIGHTMARES AT LIBERTY RIDGE FARM

SIX Haunted Attractions, all full of the scariest monsters and creepiest creatures you can dream up. Featuring: Two Haunted Houses, a Haunted Corn Maze, Wooden Stockade Fence Maze, The Underworld Tunnel, a Trail through the Haunted Forest. Also included is the Psychic Sideshow and a Haunted Trolley Ride! Open October 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26. Screams start at 7 p.m. Last admission sold at 10 p.m. For more information call 518-664-1515 or visit libertyridgefarmny.com/nightmares. The farm is located at 29 Bevis Rd., Schaghticoke.

HOCUS POCUS!

With special effects and audience participation! After 300 years the Sanderson Sisters are BACK and ready to Put a Spell on You, Saratoga! Join Max, Allison, Dani and Binx as they try to defeat the Witches and save the children of Salem! New venue, same spooky fun! We have moved our Special FX showing of Hocus Pocus to the Saratoga Arts Center, located at 320 Broadwy, Saratoga Springs, on October 17, 18, and 19 at 7 p.m. Similar to last year expect lots of silliness and fun, including special effects (strobe lights, etc), a BoOoOok raffle. trick-or-treat candy for kids, and more! Halloween costumes are encouraged but not required for audience members. Each ticket price includes audience participation prop bag. This is a family-friendly event. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets available at: hocussaratoga. brownpapertickets.com.

THE JOHN VINCEK MEMORIAL HAUNTED HAYRIDE

Join Operation Adopt A Soldier for its 18th annual Haunted Hayride at Gavin Park in Wilton. October 18, 19 and 25, 26, from 4 to 10 p.m. A family friendly feature will be available from 4 to 6 p.m. The event offers fun for all ages with games, food, face painting and a costume contest at 6:30 p.m. nightly. Cost is $8 for "Little Screamers" and $15 per person! You're in for a scare if you join us for our Haunted Hayride after dark! For more information call Cliff at 518-260-9922, Lynette at 518-222-1091, email or Facebook message. Those interested in being actors at our attraction can call Sherry at 518-522-2472.

TRUNK OR TREAT

Celebrate Halloween with a safe and family friendly Trunk or Treat event at the Saratoga YMCA, located at 290 West Ave., Saratoga Springs, on October 19 from 1 – 3 p.m. Families and Y staff will park their cars in our lot, decorate their trunks, and hand out treats to trick or treaters. We will also have snacks and games under the pavilion. This event is free and open to the public.

HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARADE

The Malta Department of Parks, Recreation and Human Services will be hosting their annual Family Fun Halloween Costume Parade, a fun fall event complete with a parade, trick or treating and a craft for children and their families on Saturday, October 19. The fun kicks off with a parade starting at the Malta Town Hall at 1:30 p.m. with trick or treating along the parade route and ending up at the Malta Community Center for a craft and refreshments. Call 518899-4411 for additional information.

15TH ANNUAL BALLSTON SPA WITCH WALK

Double, double, toil and trouble! It’s time to bust out your broom sticks and magic wands! The annual Witch Walk is making its way to the streets of Ballston Spa, beginning at Wiswall Park, Front St., Ballston Spa, on Friday, October 25, 5 p.m. For details visit www.eventbrite.com/e/ballstonspa-witch-walk-2019-tickets-72082339217.

SARATOGA SPRINGS DBA 18TH ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL

The festival is scheduled for Saturday, October 26, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. This is a family-friendly fall tradition that provides free entertainment and activities including magic shows, trick-or-treating, arts and crafts, games and prizes, pumpkin rolling races, costumes, face painting, live music and more! The day ends with a colorful Kids' Costume Parade down the sidewalks of Broadway and ends with free Carousel rides in Congress park. For more information, visit www.saratogaspringsdowntown.com

BOO2YOU HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL

The Glens Falls Collaborative announces its annual Boo2You Halloween festival to take place Saturday, October 26, from 2 to 4 p.m. Rain date is October 27. Children, and their grown-ups, are encouraged to attend in costume to trick or treat and enjoy the festivities. Activities along Glen Street, and in City Park, from 2 to 4 p.m., include trick-or-treating at downtown storefronts and along “candy lane” with guest businesses and organizations, meet and greet with costumed characters, spooky dance performances by local dance schools, and a 'Fun Zone' including pony rides, petting zoo and games. Visit Candy Row on Ridge St., and a Harry Potter themed Hogwarts School to tour at St. Mary’s – St. Alphonsus School at 10 – 12 Church St., Glens Falls. Boo2You is presented by the Glens Falls Collaborative and sponsored by the Glens Falls BID and the City of Glens Falls and Glens Falls Printing. For more information, visit www. glensfallscollaborative.com.

HAUNTED HALLOWEEN WALK

Take a haunted walk through the day use area at Moreau Lake State Park, on Saturday, October 26. Tours starting at 6 to 8 p.m. Refreshments and activities will be available. Fee of $5 per car. Advance registration is required by calling the park office at 518-793-0511. Please bring a flashlight! Suggested for children 12 and under. The Friends of Moreau Lake (non-profit) will be sponsoring the event. Proceeds go to benefit the educational programs and patron services here at the park.

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A Guide to Halloween Mischief

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28TH ANNUAL GREATER GREENWICH GHOST IN THE YADDO GARDENS Experience the Spirit(s) of the Gardens. Feel the energy and HALLOWEEN PARADE The Greater Greenwich Chamber of Commerce announces its 28th Annual Halloween Parade & Costume Judging on Sunday, October 27 in the village of Greenwich. Participants should plan to gather at 1 p.m. at the corner of Washington Street and Main Street. Candy and a participant ribbon will be given to all participants and judging will take place in five categories: The Best Dressed Pet, The Most Original, The Funniest, The Scariest, and The Best Group/Family. The Best in Parade will be chosen as the winner of the $100 prize, presented by the Greater Greenwich Chamber of Commerce. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, please contact 518-692-7979 or info@greenwichchamber.org

creativity of the forces of the Earth. Share in the spiritual intrigue from Native Americans, Edgar Allan Poe, the Trask family and other contemporary visitors. Ghosts in the Yaddo Garden Tours’ will be held every Friday and Sunday evenings at 5 p.m., through October 27. Docent led tours begin at the Yaddo Garden parking lot and last for approximately one hour. This tour is of the Yaddo Gardens and does not include the Yaddo Mansion. Cost is $10 per person (children under 12 are free). Private docent led ghost tours may be arranged at a day convenient to your group. Contact Yaddo at 518584-0746 or Yaddo.org for more information.

TWILIGHT CEMETERY TOUR

Mark your calendar for this year’s Twilight Cemetery Tour of Greenridge Cemetery on Tuesday, October 29 at 5 p.m. Volunteer docent Gloria May will navigate the tombs and monuments of Greenridge Cemetery, discussing the historical and architectural background of the American rural cemetery movement while unearthing tales of Saratoga’s most notable residents. Tour lasts approximately one hour. Meet at the Sackett Gates entrance of Greenridge Cemetery located on Lincoln Avenue. Cost is $10 for Foundation Members and $15 for nonmembers. Participants are encouraged to bring a flashlight. Reservations are encouraged, but not necessary. For more information or to make a reservation, call the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation 518-587-5030.

Are you wondering what comes out at night in the corn maze? Stop by and enter our Field of Screams Friday and Saturday nights in October to find out! You will never experience anything quite like the Field of Screams! Every twist and turn in the maze will hold a new surprise for you. As you navigate your way thru the corn maze, with just a flashlight to light your way, anticipation and fear will build inside of you. There are demons and ghouls around every bend...masked men with chainsaws following behind you... haunted buildings within the maze to pass through...and many more surprises that will make you laugh and cry. The Haunted Maze is a unique experience that will have you coming back year after year. Haunting is from dusk to 10 p.m. Last ticket sold at 9:15 p.m., no exceptions. Cost is $15 per victim. For more information call 518-695-5308 or visit www.schuylerfarms.com.

HALLOWEEN GHOST TOURS AT CANFIELD CASINO

FIELD OF TERRORS

The Canfield Casino, located at 1 E Congress Street, Saratoga Springs, will host Halloween Ghost Tours on Wednesday, October 30, starting at 6 p.m. Tours groups begin every 15 minutes. The last group steps off at 8 p.m. Each tour last 1 hour and is limited to 15 people. In 2010 the paranormal investigators from the television show Ghost Hunters and their crew, TAPS investigated the building and drew their own conclusions to whom or what walks the halls. Cost: Adults $10, Children 6-17 $8, Under 6 free. Paid reservations are required. Reservations are nonrefundable. 518-584-6920, ext. 102 to reserve your tour.

SCHUYLER FARMS HAUNTED CORN MAZE

Field of Horrors, located at 100 Farrell Rd., Troy, offers several different attractions for the price of one! New this year: Condemned Manor, Return of the Mummy’s Curse, Trail of Terror Hayride, Death Trap, and Insanity. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in October and October 31, November 1. Not recommended for children under 10. Strobe lights are in use throughout the premises. All fog machine liquid is water based. This is not a handicap accessible facility. General admission is $28. See more information and frequently asked questions at fieldofhorrors.com.

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DOUBLE M HAUNTED HAYRIDES

Scary Harry, the iconic ghost cowboy of Double M, has a horrifying experience awaiting you yet again this year. Your journey will begin with a true Haunted Hayride on a tractor-drawn wagon, winding through the dark woods that are rumored to be filled with spirits and creatures of unimaginable beings. At the conclusion of the hayride, your journey will continue on foot into Brutality, the deep woods compound of a tortuous family. Next up is The Last Inn, a residence that is known for a disappearing guest or two and a vicious staff. From here you will enter the not-so-merry and bright realm of Jingle Hell. Your final destination is Maximum Outage, a total darkness experience where you must rely on all of your senses to navigate and survive. The fun continues in our midway area with The Grand Apocalypse Variety Show and Killshot Zombie Laser Tag. Not recommended for children under 12 years old. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday through November 1. For reservations call 518-884-9122 or order your tickets online at doublemhauntedhayrides.com.

ZOMBIE ZIPLINE

This tour is not for the faint of heart. Your nightmare begins with a corpse-guided tour along a serial killer infested forest to then be hauled into the trees among complete, utter horror. Once in the trees you will be launched in complete darkness...alone, afraid, and vulnerable...along a screaming steel cable hundreds of feet along at Mountain Ridge Adventure’s awesome Zip Line Park, located at 300 Weatherwax Rd. in Schenectady. The terror occurs every Friday and Saturday night in the month of October from 7 - 10 p.m. Zombie Zip Line is intended for mature audiences only. Ages 14 and above will be strictly adhered. This is not your Disney horror show. This is the real deal. Tickets are limited - book today. www.mountainridgeadventure.com.

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for Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA IS HAUNTED. Some say it’s with the memories of the wonderful characters who have built our city and others say those spirits are still with us in another form. In either case, our history is replete with these outsized personalities. Of course any discussion of these spirits would have to include John Morrissey whose ghost, it is rumored, roams both his casino, the current Saratoga Springs History Museum and the Adelphi Hotel, where he died of a heart attack on May 1, 1878. Morrissey built his casino in 1870 after operating another in the city, creating Saratoga Racecourse and serving in the United States Congress. He had a big career and a huge personality and perhaps it is that spirit that still haunts the city. The TV show “Ghosthunters” paid a visit to the Museum several years ago and found all sorts of strange phenomena related to Morrissey. Excerpts from the show can still be seen on YouTube. Even the Adelphi has had reports of his presence over the years. A former cocktail waitress who worked there many years ago reported that a man staying in Morrissey’s room came down to the front desk late one night demanding to be checked out

because he felt someone sleeping in the bed next to him and could even see an indentation of that person in the mattress. Another great spirit is Katrina Trask who is reported to roam the halls of Yaddo, her former family estate and current home of a vibrant creative community. Guests have reported a number of ghost sightings on the grounds and in the mansion. The writer, Allan Gurganus outlines in great detail a number of ghostly experiences that he and other visitors have had there in the book “Yaddo—Making American Culture.” About one apparition he said: “A figure stood. Five feet tall, it looked smoothed and faceless... somehow human.... This guardian spirit had some long proprietary claim on this, her room.” Years later, in Manhattan, he met several fellow Yaddo alumni and shared similar experiences. The story of Angelina, “The Witch of Saratoga” is one that has fascinated the community for hundreds of years. The British general who lost the battle of Saratoga was Anthony Burgoyne. He came to the colonies in the early 1770s and brought his mistress; a young girl named Angelina, then age 16. When he was defeated by General Gates and his colonists (which most historians say was the turning point of the American Revolution), he planned to leave Angelina and in a fit of rage,

started to strangle her. He did not ultimately kill her but did cut off blood to her brain leaving her mentally challenged. She escaped to the village of Saratoga and built a hut where she lived for many years. She used to walk around town with cards saying, “Your fortune for a penny.” There have been apparitions of Angelina years after her death. On a hill north of the town called Angelina’s Hill, there have been several sightings. In the Spring of 1955, there was a man named Carradine staying at Yaddo who wrote of his experience. He was driving north of the town to admire a sunset and got out of his car to climb Angelina’s Hill. Halfway up the hill, a fast-moving thunderstorm moved in, and he sought shelter under an overhanging rock. He reported that he was in darkness in the rain when a flash of lightning lit the top of the hill. A lone figure was standing on the stone ledge at the top, silhouetted against the sky. She stood erect, arms stretched out to the raging sky. Her long hair and wet cloak streamed out behind her. Then he heard her piercing scream above him. Another lightning bolt illuminated the woman. She repeatedly screamed as the lightning flashed, the thunder cracked, the rain fell, and the wind howled. Finally, the clouds moved away, the screaming stopped, and the woman vanished.

John Morrissey

by Joe Haedrich

The Witch of Saratoga

GHOSTS: JOHN MORRISSEY • KATRINA TRASK ANGELINA, WITCH OF SARATOGA

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Image courtesy of the Saratoga Springs Public Library.

Is it just our collective memories of these great personalities that haunt us today or are the actual spirits “living” among us? Every time I give ghost tours I hear stories from people who have had real experiences with these and the many other spirits of Saratoga.

Either way, Saratoga is a very fertile area for them. Joe Haedrich is the author of Haunted Saratoga. He gives ghost tours of Saratoga Springs every Friday and Saturday from May-October. For more, visit HauntedSaratogaTours.com.

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TENDON HEALTH

by Matt Goodemote, MPSPT, DIP. MDT

for Saratoga TODAY Each month the physical therapists at my office and I are writing articles to post on our websites and to feature in Saratoga Today. For several months now I have been learning how best to deal with the spectrum of tendon related concerns. This includes treating acute tendon injuries, to maximize the performance of the tendon and an athlete’s explosiveness and improving the resilience of the tendons to ensure continued injury-free participation in adult fitness. So today I am writing about “tendon health.” A tendon is defined as, “a flexible but tough band of fibrous connective tissue that connects muscle to bone and is capable of withstanding tension.” Often you will hear people talking about having things like: •Tendonitis: acute inflammation of a tendon •Tendinosis: chronic persistent or recurring condition involving deterioration of collagen •Tendinopathy: the degeneration of the collagen protein that forms the tendon There are also people that have been told they have a “torn” tendon and some a “ruptured” tendon. These are really the same issue and what is more important is the extent of the injury. (i.e. how big the tear is). Luckily, tendons are incredibly resilient so although some ruptures/ tears need to be surgically repaired there are a large percentage that don’t need surgery. Most people with tendon injuries can get help

from a physical therapist to learn how to build the tendon’s strength and minimize the likelihood of further injury. One of the biggest mistakes people make when injuring their tendon is “complete” rest. I know I was trained to rest injuries when I first started over 20 years ago, but now we know better. Specifically, regarding tendons, we know that stopping all activity is counterproductive and may even make us susceptible to more injury. Although there are definitely some activities that should be avoided, a healthy, resilient tendon requires the tendon to be used. Avoiding all activity and avoiding all exercise is NOT the most effective way to deal with a tendon injury. Here are the areas to avoid when trying to resolve an injured or irritated tendon. 1. Avoid fast movements (i.e. running, jumping, throwing, etc) 2. Avoid compressive movements of the tendon (i.e. when the tendon is pushed up against the bone like deep end range movements) 3. Avoid repetitive movements (i.e. long walks, using a mouse) 4. Avoid “Complete Rest!!!” Focus instead on “active recovery.” (i.e. do everything that doesn’t bother the tendon. Typically not all movements hurt, so they are safe to do) 5. Avoid prolonged stretching. Focus instead on getting the muscle mobile with manual therapy or things like foam rolling. The best ways to keep tendons strong are to use them and specifically load them (i.e. lift weights). To strengthen the tendon it is important to progressively load the tendon. Here are the types of loading in order of priority regarding tendon health: 1. Start with Isometrics. Isometrics are a type of strength training in which the joint angle and muscle length does not change during contraction. This is a way to load the tendon without provoking it. Remember that tendons do not need complete rest! I recommend working up to holding an isometric contraction for 30 seconds. It turns out that 30 seconds is the most productive time frame according to some researchers. In addition, I recommend 3 sets of 30 seconds twice a day.

2. Eccentric comes next. An eccentric contraction is a contraction that lengthens the muscle while under load. I recommend exercising 3-5 sets of 12-15 repetitions focusing on controlling the movement while the tendon is lengthening. These types of exercises can be done 3-5 times per week. This is an important step to focus on for tendon health and is often used to increase the resiliency of the tendon. Early in the transition from isometric to eccentrics I recommend starting to perform eccentrics in conjunction with isometrics. Meaning start by holding an isometric contraction for 30 seconds and then deliberately release the position while the muscle is still contracting. As your strength improves the transition to more repetitions as outlined above. 3. Next, work on concentric movements. A concentric exercise is a contraction that shortens a muscle. This means taking the tendon through the full range of motion under tension. I recommend combining this with an eccentric contraction and deliberately releasing the position as the tendon returns to the starting position. 4. Finally, dynamic movements. This means deliberately challenging the tendon with all the conditions it may face including fast movements, repetitive movements. This would include sports and fitness classes. Optimal tendon health includes recovering from an injury, prevention of injury and sports/fitness performance enhancement. With an injury, we are often working to re-establish the strength of the muscle-tendon complex, so if we are trying to prevent injuries we need to include building the muscle to allow the system to tolerate more. Preventing injury means having a strong muscle base, which means lifting weights (specifically lifting heavy weights). Lifting heavy weights helps create a foundation for the tendon to handle more explosive movements. This is one reason why progressing the load on the muscle is so valuable. If the muscle is not getting progressively stronger, then the tendon is more susceptible to injury.

Tendons play a major role in athletics and sports performance. For example, exceptional athletes often have tendons that are stiffer. The stiffer the tendon, the more explosive the athlete. The more explosive the athlete, the faster they run and the higher they jump. Tendon stiffness will also help to improve throwing a ball and swinging a racquet or golf club. A form of exercise called plyometrics is often incorporated to achieve the greatest results by improving the stiffness of the tendon. Plyometrics are defined as: exercises involving repeated rapid stretching and contracting of muscles (as by jumping and rebounding) to increase muscle power. A balance must be achieved when we get into more challenging activities like plyometrics. The intention is to improve explosiveness which means doing an appropriate amount of exercises. Explosive movements are meant to be near maximum effort. For optimal results, it is important to limit the duration of plyometrics. If the athlete is asked

to do plyometrics for too long they are likely to suffer from overuse type injuries. There are times the athlete is improving despite the program, not because of the program. This is why understanding where the individual is in their training is crucial to the success of the program. Whether the goals are rehabilitation or improved explosiveness in sports/fitness, the progression is similar. Start with a strong foundation of muscle/ tendon strength by gradually progressing the load through the system. Programming the proper exercises for optimal results is dependent on the individual and the specific goal. It is very important to understand the clues the body is giving regarding the training because although the intention is to improve the tendon’s health, too much training can be the very thing that causes injury. This is where guidance is recommended. If you have any questions please contact me at goodemotept@ gmail.com or call 518-306-6894 to set up an appointment.

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2019

Economic Outlook Quarter 4 by Stephen Kyne, CFP Sterling Manor Financial

for Saratoga TODAY FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE YEAR, and most of the next, two factors are going to be driving market movement: the real economy, and political drama of all sorts. While the two are interwoven to some extent, only the real economy matters. Political drama, in the absence of actual policy and legislative changes, doesn’t move the needle in any meaningful way. It’s all just noise. If Trump was impeached tomorrow, nothing would change. Pence is not going to implement any wildly different economic

policy. A divided Congress is not going to suddenly get together to pass any sweeping legislation. It will only add another exhausting chapter to the never-ending saga we’ve been watching for three years but, with the exception of short-term volatility, it won’t affect the strength of the economy and the direction of the market. Cut past the noise and look at the real economic data, and you’ll see an economy which is still relatively robust and strong. While GDP has slowed to roughly 2% annualized, it’s important to remember that growing less-quickly is not the same thing as a recession (negative growth), no matter how badly pundits want you to think it is. This rate of growth also matches the average for the years 2009-2015. Unemployment rates are about as low as they can go, sitting at 3.5%. Minority unemployment rates are at or

near all-time lows, as well. In addition, 95.2% of those without a high school diploma – those who, it was thought, would be replaced by automation and would never find work again – are employed.

when the consumer is strong, the economy is strong. In spite of the trade war with China, US international trade is largely unchanged. What has changed, however is who we trade with. Trade with China is down

Real economy, and political drama of all sorts. While the two are interwoven to some extent, only the real economy matters.

Wages are up 4.3% over the last twelve months, outpacing the current 1.7% rate of inflation. What that means is that workers have more money to spend and,

13.2%, but trade has increased with Vietnam (+31.5%), Taiwan (+14%), India (7.6%), and South Korea (6.8%). The longer this trade spat continues the more

painful it will become for China, as Americans find alternatives for producing, shipping, and marketing goods. Yes, it’s not painless for the US, but our economy is so large and agile, it can adapt more easily to the changing landscape. As recently as 2005, the US imported up to eleven times the amount of petroleum product that it exported. Today, the US is a net exporter. This development has had a revolutionary impact on the American economy and foreign policy, which will continue for the foreseeable future. While we think the next twelve months in the market will continue to be volatile and sometimes sideways, we feel the overall direction of indices will trend upward. Remember to tune out the noise as much as possible, and remain focused on the fundamentals. Work with your independent financial advisor to make sure your investments continue to match your overall objectives, and make changes where necessary.

Stephen Kyne, CFP® is a Partner at Sterling Manor Financial, LLC in Saratoga Springs and Rhinebeck. Securities offered through Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services offered through Sterling Manor Financial, LLC, or Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc., SEC registered investment advisors. Sterling Manor Financial and Cadaret, Grant are separate entities. This article contains opinion and forward-looking statements which are subject to change. Consult your investment advisor regarding your own investment needs.

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Registries

AND TRAVEL STROLLERS

by Katherine Morna Towne for Saratoga TODAY

“Mothering Boys” I’ve often thought that if I could go back and tell younger me things I’ve learned that would have been helpful to know back then, something I’d want to tell the me when I was engaged to be married, and the me when I was expecting my first baby, is not to feel so badly about putting things—especially big things—on the wedding and baby registries. I remember being just short of mortified to create a registry for each occasion—I was so grateful for our family and friends’ generosity, and felt it bordered on ungrateful and selfish to specify what I thought they should spend their money on. Now, of course, I’ve come to realize how nice it is to know just what a couple might like or need as they begin their marriage and family. And especially seeing how hard it can be for parents of young children to find the money to buy things they need, or even things that just make life a little easier, it’s really so helpful to put those things on the registry in the event that a family member or friend (or several, pooling their resources) might be delighted to buy them. One example is strollers: I’ve bought so many strollers over the

years. Our first one was a gift when our first baby was on the way—it was one I’d, blushing, put on my registry; it was one that seemed to me to be sensible and not-tooexpensive, and I was so grateful for the gift of it. But it apparently wasn’t made for usage by several children through several years (as is the case with many things, I’ve found), nor was the second one or the third (but I always got cheap ones, as we didn’t have the money for an expensive one). There was also a several year period when I needed a double stroller, and I went through two of those as well. I’ve often wondered if I’d listed a more expensive stroller on my registry in the beginning, whether I would’ve had to replace it so many times (though that wouldn’t have helped with the need for the double strollers, of course). I was thinking about these kinds of things the last few months as my sister got married, not only because she and her new husband were just starting off their life together, but also because their wedding was in Ireland and as her sister and a bridesmaid, it was, of course, important that I attend. And where I go, the baby goes. So I had to get yet another stroller— one that could fold down easily and wasn’t too heavy, both for the airports and the planes, but also for lugging around Ireland when I wasn’t using it. I also felt it was important to get a rain cover, since Ireland is rainy, and one of the best bits of advice I was given when I studied abroad in Ireland in college was, “If you wait for it to stop raining, you’ll never go anywhere.” I did so much research when trying to figure out what stroller to get! I read blogs and articles about traveling with babies, and after deciding I wasn’t strong enough to use only a baby carrier the whole time we were there, I then read comments and reviews

on various stroller options before making my decision. I didn’t want to make the mistake of getting a cheap one and having it not work the way I needed it to (I was fairly stressed about the trip to Ireland, and didn’t feel like I had the mental or emotional fortitude to have things not work the way I needed them to, as much as possible), but I also didn’t have hundreds of dollars to spend. For our particular needs and budget, I ended up getting the Baby Jogger City Tour Stroller, as well as the Baby Jogger City Tour Belly Bar and the Baby Jogger Weather Shield (both of which had to be bought separately, of course). The whole shebang folds down with a one-handed mechanism and fits into a bag that can be worn as a backpack, and its dimensions when folded down means it should be able to be carried on some planes (not the ones I was on, unfortunately, but it ended up being fine). That stroller did exactly what I needed it to do when in Ireland, and as an unexpected but very welcome bonus, it’s been perfect for keeping in the van, both for size (it folds down much smaller than our regular stroller) and for rainy spring-and-fall baseball and soccer games and Cross Country meets (the rain cover only fits this one stroller, not our other one). Many a sporting event, my little guy has been warm and dry while the rest of us have gotten soaked! I hope this advice about items needed for marriage and family generally, and advice about travel strollers specifically, has been helpful! I hope you’ve been enjoying the fall as much as I have! Kate and her husband have seven sons ages 15, 13, 11, 9, 7, 5, and 1. Follow her at www.facebook. com/kmtowne23, or email her at kmtowne23@gmail.com.

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SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER CALENDAR 5 WILLIAMS STREET, SARATOGA SPRINGS • 518-584-1621 FALL HOURS AND NOTIFICATIONS

• The Saratoga Senior Center will close at 4 p.m. on Fridays.

FUN FRIDAYS ARE BACK!

Friday Activities sponsored by Saratoga Life. Serving Soup 12:30 - 1 p.m., $2 per cup Friday, October 11 • 1 p.m. Live Music. $2 members, $4 non-members Bonnie Greco singing your favorite jazz and easy listening songs. Friday, October 18 • 10 a.m. Movie “Rocketman” | $2 members. • 1 p.m. Travel “Show & Tell” Bring in your favorite picture, souvenir or memory from one of your travels to share with the group. Friday, October 25 • 9 - 11 a.m. Game Day with Students of St. Peter’s Remember Recess in School! Come on in and play ping-pong, pool, giant connect 4, corn hole and more. • 1 p.m. Citizens Emergency Preparedness

“STRATEGIES: PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE, NOW AND IN TIMES OF CRISIS”

Thursday, October 24 • 6 p.m. Free and open to the public. Presented by Carrianna Eurillo, Esq. and Global Wealth and Investment Management. Achieve a better understanding of navigating the long-term care continuum as they take a focused look at the sometimes competing issues of estate planning, asset protection, and planning. Whether you are faced with crisis planning, looking to create a cohesive plan, or somewhere in between, you will take something valuable away from this seminar. Get the latest updates and practical information on legal and financial means of tackling these issues head-on.

CITIZENS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS TRAINING

Friday, October 25 • 1 p.m. Free and open to the public. Presented by the NY Army National Guard Friday. This training teaches residents to have the tools and resources to prepare for any type of disaster, respond accordingly and recover as quickly as possible to pre-disaster conditions. Participants will be advised on how to properly prepare for any disaster, including developing an emergency plan and stocking up on emergency supplies.

AARP SAFE DRIVING PRESENTED BY ALLAN MILLER

Tuesday, October 29 • 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. $20 AARP member/$25 nonmember. Checks made out to AARP. Must have valid NYS driver’s license. AARP member number required at sign up, bring AARP membership card to the class. Bring your lunch.

NEW! ALZHEIMER’S AT THE CENTER

A local representative from the Alzheimer’s Association of Northeastern New York will be at the Saratoga Senior Center on Fridays from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., to meet with individuals and families who need information, referral and support services. Please schedule an appointment with Katie Keary at 518-867-4999, ext. 1680 or KgKeary@alz.org. Coming in October: “Memories in the Making” is a unique fine arts program for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias that offers a creative and non-verbal way of communicating and capturing precious moments through art.

Community Connections Advocacy, Information & Referral

Supported by Saratoga Hospital, Saratoga OFA and The Wesley Community. Are you a senior over 50 who needs help with friendly visits, transportation, light chores or errands? We need volunteers to help with this program. Call Nicole at 518-584-1621, ext. 206. TRANSPORTATION Supported by Stewart’s Shops, United Way and Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation. Rides are available Monday - Friday to the Center. $2 Saratoga City residents/ $5 non-city residents. Wednesdays there is a complimentary shuttle from area housing sites to the Price Chopper. Call Nicole at 518-584-1621, ext 206. FRESH PRODUCE The Center is partnering with the Regional Food Bank so we can provide free produce on Tuesdays after 10:30 a.m. Everyone must check in on the Food Bank button on the computer. Bring your own bags. FOOD ASSISTANCE The Senior Center is partnering with the Elks and local food pantries to get food to you if you can’t get to them. Call Nicole at 518-584-1621, ext 206.

Groups and Gatherings GETTING BETTER WITH AGE!

Thursdays • 11 a.m. - Noon • Free “The things wisdom didn’t tell me.” Sponsored by Herzog Law. Ever asked yourself “Now what?” Come join our new group to find out! Through informative, interactive discussion groups, we will explore coping skills and tools to help with the challenges of aging.

REMINISCING

Wednesdays • 10-11 a.m. Sponsored by Home of the Good Shepherd. Meet a

new friend and talk about the good ole’ days! Chit Chat: Mondays from 1-2 p.m. Join us for a fun hour of chit chat, laughs and snacks.

“SILVER FOXES”

Second Thursday of every month • 11:45 a.m. Join the Silver Foxes Men’s Lunch Group at Skidmore Dining Hall for good food, camaraderie and laughs.

MUSIC, MEMORIES & NOSTALGIA:

Thursdays • 1-2 p.m. Love music?! Join us for an hour of music that will trigger memories and transport you back in time.

ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT

Third Thursday of every month • 10:30 a.m. - Noon Sponsored by Home Helpers. Being a caregiver can present exhausting challenges and take a significant toll on your health. Our support group can give you the assistance you need. Free and open to the public.

One-Day Bus Trips Subsidized by Adirondack Trust Company Community Fund

SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS

Thursday, October 17 Cost is $45/Members, $70/Non-Members. Historic Salem is a city of layers—one historical era layered upon another. But don’t forget to explore the witchy side of Salem too! Optional hop on/hop off trolley is an additional $18. Sign up for trolley with trip signup. Sponsored by CDPHP.

NEW YORK CITY - BRYANT PARK

Wednesday, December 4 Cost is $42/Members, $67/Non-Members. Celebrate Christmas in NYC! We’ll get you to the city and then you’re on your own to explore the Big Apple! Sponsored by CDPHP.

Multi-Day Bus Trips MYSTIC, FOXWOODS & NEWPORT

June 14-16, 2020 $345 double occupancy. 3 days/2 nights. 4 meals: 2 Breakfast/2 Dinners. This trip combines stately New England beauty with resort excitement! Your group will stay at the Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods - a quintessential country inn complete with a restaurant, bar and heated indoor pool. Trip Highlights: Tour Marble House Mansion in Newport, Guided Tour of Newport, and Mystic Seaport.

CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA

September 13-19, 2020 $920 double occupancy. 7 days /6 nights. 10 meals: 6 Breakfasts/4 Dinners. Historic Charleston is bursting with Southern charm and hospitality. The city feels a bit like it’s suspended in time, thanks to its antebellum architecture and surrounding plantation landscapes.

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SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER CALENDAR 5 WILLIAMS STREET, SARATOGA SPRINGS • 518-584-1621 Van Trips NY GIANTS FOOTBALL GAME

Sunday, October 20 • 1 p.m. Game Join us for a trip to Giants Stadium to watch the NY Giants play against the Arizona Cardinals. Have a tailgate party prior to the big game. Bring your own favorite beverage and additional money for stadium snacks. Dress accordingly. Pay $190 at sign up, includes ticket, parking, van, food and bottled water. Leave the Center at 6:30 a.m.

ICE HOCKEY ACTION

Wednesday, October 23 • 7 p.m. Game Watch the Adirondack Thunder (affiliate of NJ Devils) play the Maine Mariners in Glens Falls. This is a night game. Must sign up by Friday, October 11. Pay $30 at sign up, bring spending money. Leave at 5:15 p.m.

PATRICK TOBIN SINGS “SINATRA” AT ALBANY JCC

Thursday, October 24 Singing professionally since 1996, Patrick is a critically acclaimed Frank Sinatra tribute artist. He has performed with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra and in the Tropicana Hotel and Resorts in Atlantic City and more. He is known for his laid-back style and love of having fun with the audience. Pay $22 at sign up. Leave at 12:15 p.m.

SARATOGA CASINO

Tuesday, October 29 • 9:30a.m. - 2 p.m. Save your pennies and quarters! The slot machines are calling your name! The Saratoga Casino is the place for over 1,700 exciting slots and electronic table games. Enjoy lunch at the Garden Buffet. Pay $2 at sign up. Please bring additional money for lunch.

LUNCH BUNCH

Thursday, October 31 Steininger’s - a very special restaurant in Salem, NY with a Fine European Chocolate Shop inside. Pay $10 at sign up. Please bring additional money for lunch and delicious chocolate treats! Leave the Center at 10:30 a.m.

PROCTORS AND CAPTIAL REP SHOW

TICKETS ON SALE NOW! • Fiddler on the Roof at Proctors Thursday, February 20, 2020 • 1:30 p.m. $66 due at sign up. • Cats! at Proctors Thursday, April 30, 2020 • 1:30 p.m. $66 due at sign up. • Sister Act! At Capital Rep Wednesday, August 5, 2020 • 2 p.m. $63 due at sign up.

EXCURSIONS (Open to the Public)

DISCOVER SPECTACULAR SOUTH AFRICA CULTURE & NATURE IN HARMONY

March 19-31, 2020 • ($5,199 double) Tap into South Africa’s harmonious mix of cultures, cosmopolitan cities, magnificent wildlife and fertile wine country.

DISCOVER PANAMA: LAND BETWEEN THE SEAS

April 17-25, 2020 • ($3,099 double) Between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans lies Panama, a country where bustling cities surround Spanish ruins, and rainforests cradle luxury resorts.

SHADES OF IRELAND

May 16-25, 2020 • ($4,099 double) Set out on our most popular Irish adventure. Experience all the charms of this enchanted country, including its welcoming people.

DISCOVER SOUTH DAKOTA FEATURING MOUNT RUSHMORE & THE BADLANDS

June 5-11, 2020 • ($2,599 double) Discover the spirit of the American West and come to know the legends of the past.

DISCOVER MACKINAC ISLAND FEATURING THE GRAND HOTEL & CHICAGO

July 10-17, 2020 • ($3,599 double) This classic Midwestern destination tour features Illinois and Michigan. Savor two incredible nights amid the luxury of the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island.

THE AZORES JEWELS OF PORTUGAL

August 21 -30, 2020 • ($4,599 double) Enter an untouched paradise on an adventure through the Azores, the archipelago gems of Portugal.

PAINTED CANYONS OF THE WEST FEATURING UTAH’S FIVE NATIONAL PARKS

September 13-21, 2020 • ($3,649 double) Explore the kaleidoscope of colors that is America’s stunning canyon lands, on a journey that takes you across Utah’s scenic byways and beyond.

DISCOVER SCOTLAND

September 28-October 7, 2020 • ($4,049 double) From rugged sea-sprayed islands to stately castles drenched in history, Scotland’s treasures never fail to amaze visitors. Informational Slideshow Nov. 13, 1:30 p.m.

CROATIA & ITS ISLANDS SMALL SHIP CRUISING ON THE ADRIATIC COAST

October 13-24, 2020 • ($4,999 double) From medieval architecture to ethereal waterfalls, coast along the sparkling Adriatic Sea and experience the best of Croatia.

DISCOVER THE SOUTH PACIFIC WONDERS: AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND

November 3-17, 2020 • ($6,999 double) From the tropical splendor of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef to the ethereal beauty of New Zealand’s glacial fjords, enjoy the best of two amazing countries. Informational Slideshow - Wed., Dec. 4, 1:30-3 p.m.

The Senior Services Committee of CAPTAIN/CHS will present a program for Senior Citizens on October 29 at 1 p.m. in the Town of Ballston Community Library Karen Laing, of Health Literacy for All, will present “Footware, Falling and Finishing with Flair.” Falling is a leading cause of seniors having to leave their homes and move into rehab centers, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes. Take a public health look at the major causes of falling, and a deeper look at one cause of falling- improper footwear. Help yourself finish the rest of your life with flair by avoiding falling. In addition, information about the Care Links program will be provided, with information about how to volunteer to help Senior Citizens in the community and how to seek assistance if you need help. Care Links, a program linking Seniors to those who can provide help, has been assisting seniors for over 20 years in the towns of Ballston, Charlton, Clifton Park, Halfmoon, Malta and Mechanicville.

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Newsweek Recognizes Wesley Health Care Center in “BE ST NU RS I N G H OM E S 2 0 2 0 ” List

Photos provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Wesley Health Care Center at The Wesley Community has been named one of the “Best Nursing Homes 2020” by Newsweek magazine. The Wesley Health Care Center, which provides long-term

care services to individuals with chronic medical needs, is one of only 63 nursing homes in New York State and 406 nursing homes in the United States to be recognized by Newsweek. The results, which follow an analysis of more than 15,000

nursing homes in the United States, are based on a survey of 46,000 medical professionals and performance data from the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. “Wesley Health Care Center is thrilled to be named as one of the leading nursing homes by Newsweek magazine,” said The Wesley Community CEO J. Brian Nealon. “The Wesley Community is honored to receive this national recognition and we look forward to continuing to help families in our community who are seeking outstanding senior care in the Capital Region.” For over 40 years, Wesley Health Care Center has provided quality nursing care for aging adults and seniors through a variety of different services

including: long-term care; light care geriatrics; Alzheimer’s and memory support; and a shortterm rehabilitation program. The Wesley Health Care Center is part of The Wesley Community, a 37-acre continuum of care campus in Saratoga Springs which provides seniors with a variety of levels of care including independent living, assisted living, long-term care, outpatient therapies, short-term rehabilitation and home care. The Wesley Community’s unique blend of community living, caregiving and resident enrichment activities ensures the highest quality service at every stage of life. The continuum of care model provides a distinct resource to aging individuals and their families in Upstate New York.

For more information about The Wesley Community, call 518-587-3600 or visit TheWesleyCommunity.org. About the Wesley Community The Wesley Community is a 37-acre, not-for-profit agency in Saratoga Springs, which serves the needs of the elderly, as well as active seniors, adults and pediatrics. Sponsored by United Methodist Health and Housing, Inc., The Wesley Community’s unique continuum of care community provides independent and assisted living for seniors, affordable independent senior housing, short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, as well as home care services and outpatient therapies available for people of all ages.

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BALLSTON SPA — A season that kicked off with the largest attendance for tryouts, and four players injured, Coach Brian Retersdorf is confident this self–driven group of athletes will achieve great success this upcoming season. This is Coach Retersdorf ’s ninth season coaching soccer at the school, and with each year he notices the team grows whether it be in participation or skill. Ballston Spa High School Girls Varsity Soccer Team. Photo provided.

Shifting Gears

See Story pg. 43

Saratoga Native American Festival

Balancing the Sport of Motherhood and Racing Rachel Uccellini tackling the finish line of Appalachian Gap. Photo provided. See Story pg. 42

Photo by SuperSource Media, LLC. See Story pg. 10

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staying in the light ALL SEASON LONG! BE AWARE:

GET MOVING:

If you feel your sparkle dimming and your energy low over an extended period of time, immediately recognize you could have depression related to the change of seasons and less daylight. Don’t wait until you can’t get out of bed, get the help you need to keep yourself feeling balanced and healthy.

We hear it all the time but it’s true! Exercise is a natural antidepressant and a great stress reliever. Take a dance class, go for a walk, do yoga, or swim, just make sure you MOVE!

BE PROACTIVE:

by Meghan Lemery Fritz, LCSW-R

for Saratoga TODAY The smell of leaves burning, the crisp chill of the morning air, hot apple cider, pumpkins and candy corn all announce the beginning of a new season. For some a new season brings hope, renewed energy and new activities. For others, however, the change in daylight hours can bring despair, anxiety, fatigue and sadness. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that can be triggered by daylight savings time. Research shows that this depression is related to the changing levels of hormones we experience at the change of a season. Experts also believe that the reduced sunlight can cause a dip in our serotonin levels. Serotonin is the neurotransmitter that is responsible for making us feel calm and relaxed. The dip in serotonin can cause you to feel irritable, anxious, fatigued, tearful, low energy and a craving for carbohydrates and sugar which can lead to weight gain and lethargy. SAD usually coincides with daylight savings time and can become increasingly worse as the daylight hours get shorter. No need to be too sad though; the good news is that Seasonal Affective Disorder is very treatable!

See your doctor, seek counseling, exercise, cut the carb loading and treat yourself with kindness, compassion and patience. Have a self-care plan in place and make sure your loved ones are aware of what you are going through.

LIGHTEN UP: If you know you are prone to Seasonal Affective Disorder, plan to get away to the sunshine at least once during the darker months. If you can’t get away, light therapy has been found to be a helpful form of treatment. On sunny days take some time to get outside and put your face in the sunshine. You can also feel better by visiting a green house on a sunny cold day. The smell of the plants and the warmth of the sunshine can calm your spirit and increase your energy level.

Don’t overwhelm yourself by joining a gym or doing an exercise you hate; rather, start slowly and do what you enjoy. Ten minutes of walking a day is better than nothing! The best way to move through a difficult emotional time is to begin to move physically. Exercise clears our minds and helps us shed the toxic feelings and thoughts we carry around in our spirits.

CONNECT: If you are SAD, make sure you take time to connect to the people, places and things you love. Surround yourself with people that make you laugh and leave you feeling lighter. Stay away from people who drain your energy and leave you feeling exhausted. Seasonal Affective Disorder can be overwhelming and leave you feeling exhausted. Check in with yourself to make sure you start this new season feeling healthy and strong.

WISHING YOU LIGHT IN EVERY AREA OF YOUR LIFE! Meghan Fritz is a psychotherapist practicing in State College, PA. For more information visit changeyourstoryllc.com.

RELIGION

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

Places of Worship

*Wheelchair Accessible

Adirondack Christian Fellowship

Christian Restoration Ministries

Full Gospel Tabernacle

8 Mountain Ledge, Wilton Contact: 581-587-0623 | acfsaratoga.com Services: Sunday 8 and 10 a.m.

Saratoga Senior Center: 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-796-4323 | Pastor Pat Roach Services: Saturday 7-9 p.m.; Bible Study: Friday 7-8 p.m.

207 Redmond Road, Gansevoort Contact: 518-793-2739 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Adirondack Friends Meeting

Christian Science Church

Galway United Methodist Church

27 Saratoga Avenue, South Glens Falls Contact: 518-793-3755 | adirondackfriendsmeeting.org Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

107 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-0221 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

2056 East Street, Galway Contact: 518-882-6520 | galway-united-methodist-church.com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. (9 a.m. in July and August)

Assembly of God Faith Chapel

Church of Christ at Clifton Park

Grace Church

6 Burgoyne Street, Schuylerville Contact: 518-695-6069 | Rev. Scott Cutting Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

7 Old Route 146, Clifton Park Contact: 518-371-6611 | cliftonparkchurchofchrist.com Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Assembly of God Saratoga

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

118 Woodlawn Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-6081 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

1 Glenmore Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-587-4796 | churchofjesuschrist.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m

34 Third Street, Waterford Contact: 518-237-7370 | gracewaterford.com Rev. Kathy Alonge-Coons Services: Sunday 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. Adult Christian Education Program: 8:30 a.m.

Bacon Hill Reformed Church* 560 Route 32N, Bacon Hill Contact: 518-695-3074 | Rev. Janet Vincent Services: 10 a.m.; Sunday School: 10 a.m. Baha’i Community of Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-692-7694 | 518-885-0876 1-800-22UNITE | bahai.org Public Meetings: 1st Tuesdays 7 p.m. Ballston Center Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church 58 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-7312 | ballstoncenterarpchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Ballston Spa United Methodist Church 101 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-6886 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Barkersville Christian Church 7200 Barkersville Road, Middle Grove Contact: 518-882-6437 | barkersvillechristianchurch.com Pastor Pat Atwell | Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Vacation Bible School: Aug. 6 - 1, 6-8:30 p.m. Registration 5:30 p.m.

Community Alliance Church 257 Rowland Street, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-6524 Services: Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Congregation Shaara Tfille* 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-2370 | saratogasynagogue.org Services: Monday 7:30 a.m., Thursday 7:30 a.m., Saturday 10 a.m., 3rd Friday Shabbat 7:30p.m. Corinth Free Methodist Church 20 Hamilton Avenue, Corinth Contact: 518-654-9255 | 518-792-0271 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Corinth United Methodist Church 243 Main Street, Corinth Contact: 518-654-2521 | cfumc@cnyconnect.net Services: Sunday 11 a.m. Cornerstone Community Church

Bethesda Episcopal Church*

100 Saratoga Village Boulevard, #8, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-664-5204 | mycornerstonechurch.org Pastor Frank Galerie Services: Sunday 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

41 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-5980 | bethesdachurch.org The Very Rev’d Marshall J. Vang Services: Sunday 8 a.m and 10 a.m.

Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Community 2001 Route 9, Round Lake Contact: 518-877-8506 | office@corpuschristichurch.net Services: Saturday: 4 p.m. Sunday: 8 and 11 a.m.

Burnt Hills United Methodist Church*

Eastern Orthodox — Christ the Savior

816 Route 50, Burnt Hills Contact: 518-399-5144 | nybhumc.com | Pastor Holly Nye Services: Sunday 9 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

349 Eastline Road, Ballston Lake Contact: 518-212-7845 | xcsavior.org Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

Calvary Capital District

6 Burgoyne Street, Schuylerville Contact: 518-695-6069 | faithchapelschuylerville.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: calvarycd.com | Pastor Andrew Holt Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church 768 Charlton Road, Charlton Contact: 518-399-4831 | charltonfreehold.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Christ Community Reformed Church

Faith Chapel

First Baptist Church of Saratoga Springs 45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-6301 | fbcsaratoga.org Services: Sunday Noon First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa

1010 Route 146, Clifton Park Contact: 518-371-7654 | ccrc-cpny.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

202 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-8361 | bspabaptist.org Services: 10:30 a.m. (9 a.m. in July and August) Sunday School: 9 a.m. (all ages)

Christ Episcopal Church*

First Presbyterian Church of Ballston Spa

15 West High Street, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-1031 Services: Sunday 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.

22 West High Street, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-5583 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Grace Fellowship Saratoga* 165 High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-691-0301 | saratoga.gracefellowship.com Pastor Mike Adams Services: Sundays 9 and 11 a.m. Greater Grace Community Church 100 Saratoga Village, Building 17, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-899-7777 | thechurch@ggccmalta.org Pastor David Moore Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Greenfield Center Baptist Church 30 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center Contact: 518-893-7429 Services: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. (all ages) Highway Tabernacle Church 235 Hudson Avenue, Mechanicville Contact: 518-664-4442 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Hope Church 206 Greenfield Avenue, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-7442 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.; Sunday School: 9 a.m. Jonesville United Methodist 963 Main Street, Clifton Park Contact: 518-877-7332 Services: Sunday: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Living Waters Church of God 4330 State Route 50, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-587-0484 | livingwaterscog.us Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Malta Presbyterian Church 118 Dunning Street, Malta Contact: 518-899-5992 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Malta Ridge United Methodist Church 729 Malta Avenue Extension, Malta Contact: 518-581-0210 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Middle Grove United Methodist Church* 429 Middle Grove Road, Middle Grove Contact: 518-581-2973 Pastor Jason Proctor Services: Sunday 9 a.m. Mt. Olivet Baptist Church 100 Cresent Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-9441 | Rev. Dr. Victor L. Collier Services: 10 a.m.

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019 RELIGION

Places of Worship

*Wheelchair Accessible

New Life Fellowship*

St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church*

Schuylerville United Methodist Church

51 Old Gick Road, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-580-1810 | newlifeinsaratoga.org. Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

231 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-6122 Services: Weekdays 8 a.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.; Sunday 8, 10 a.m., and 5 p.m.; Spanish Mass 1 p.m.

51 Church Street, Schuylerville Contact: 518-695-3101 | sumethodist.org Services: Sunday 11 a.m.

St. George’s Episcopal Church

971 Route 146, Clifton Park Contact: 518-371-7964 Services: Sunday 9 and 10:45 a.m.

Next Level Church Comedy Works: 388 Broadway, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-306-7133 | nextlevel.church/saratoga-ny-church Pastor Joe | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Northway Church 770 Pierce Road, Clifton Park Contact: 518-899-1200 | northwaychuch.tv Services: 9:30 and 11 a.m. Old Saratoga Reformed Church* 48 Pearl Street, Schuylerville Contact: oldsaratogareformedchurch.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Old Stone Church (American Baptist) 159 Stone Church Road, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-583-1002 | Services: 10:30 a.m. Olde Liberty Baptist 600 Route 67, Malta Contact: oldelibertybaptist.com Services: Sunday 10, 11 a.m., and 2 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic Church* 73 Midline Road, Ballston Lake Contact: 518-399-5713 Services: Saturday 5:30 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m. Perry Road Baptist Church* 150 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-587-0711 | Pastor Thomas Van McClain Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Pine Road Community Church* 59 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs Contact: 860-942-7359 | Thegrovess.com Pastor Mark Kehrer | Services: Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Porter Corners United Methodist Church* 512 Allen Road, Porter Corners Service: Sunday 8:45 a.m. Followed by Fellowship Arlene Schmidt, CLM Presbyterian-NE Congregational Church* 24 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-6091 | pnecchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m. Prince of Peace Lutheran Church (ELCA) 4 Northcrest Drive, Clifton Park Contact: 518-371-2226 | poplutheranchurch.org Service: Sunday 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship: 1st and 3rd Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:15- 10:15 a.m. (Sept.-June) REACH- Christian education for adults: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Quaker Springs United Methodist Church* 466 Route 32, Schylerville Contact: 518-695-3101 | qsumc.com | Pastor Ben Lalka Services: Sunday 9 a.m. River of Hope Fellowship 100 Saratoga Village Boulevard, Malta Commons, Suite 3 Contact: riverofhopefellowship.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Roman Catholic Church of St. Peter* 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-2375 Services: Saturday 5 p.m.; Sunday 7:30, 9 and 11 a.m.

912 Route 146, Clifton Park Contact: 518-371-6351 | stgeorge@csdsl.net Services: Saturday 4:30 p.m.; Sunday 7:30, 9, 11:30 a.m. St. Isaac Jogues 716 Route 9P, Saratoga Lake Contact: 518-813-5090 | Father Patrick Rice Services: Sunday 10 a.m. (Open Memorial Day to winter)

Shenendehowa United Methodist

Simpson United Methodist Church 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls Contact: 518-885-4794 Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.

St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church*

Soul Saving Station for Every Nation Christ Crusaders of America

3159 Route 9N, Greenfield Center Contact: 518-893-7680 | stjosephschurchgreenfieldcenter.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m.

62 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-3122 | soulsavingstationchurch.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church*

Starpoint Church

167 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa Contact: 518-885-7411 | stmarysbsta.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8:30, 10:30 a.m., Noon

410 21st Century Park Drive, Clifton Park Contact: 518-371-2811 | starpoint.church Services: 9, 10:30 a.m. and Noon

St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church*

Stillwater Christian Fellowship

771 Route 29, Rock City Falls Contact: 518-885-4677 | sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com Services: Sunday 8:30 a.m.

Meeting at Liberty Ridge Farm: 29 Bevis Road, Schaghticoke Contact: 518-288-8802 Services: 10 a.m.

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church

Stillwater United Church (Presbyterian U.S.A.)

149 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-0904 | office@spalutheran.org Services: Saturday 5 p.m.; Sunday 8:30 and 11 a.m.

747 Hudson Avenue, Stillwater Contact: 518-664-7984 | stillwaterunitedchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

St. Peter Lutheran Church

Temple Sinai*

2776 Route 9, Malta Contact: 518-583-4153 | Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-8730 | saratogasinai.org Shabbat Services: Friday 6 or 8 p.m. (rotating schedule); Saturday 10:30 a.m.

St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church 1 Grove Street, Schuylerville Contact: 518-695-3918 Rev. Donna J. Arnold | Services: Sunday 8 and 9 a.m. St. Therese Chapel (RC) 1 Wilton-Gansevoort Road, Gansevoort Contact: 518-792-2276 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. St. Thomas Anglican Church 242 Grooms Road, Halfmoon Contact: 518-348-0842 | thomasanglican.com Father John Bassett | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Saratoga Abundant Life Church 2 Hutchins Road, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-885-5456 | salchurch.org Services: Sunday 8:20 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Saratoga Chabad 130 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-526-0773 | saratogachabad.com Saratoga Friends Meeting (Quaker) 571 Route 32, Quaker Springs Contact: 518-587-7477 | 518-399-5013 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Saratoga United Methodist Church* 175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-3720 | saratogaumc.com Services: Sunday 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Saratoga Seventh-Day Adventist Church 399 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-587-6951 | saratogasda.org Services: Worship 11 a.m.; Sabbath School: 10 a.m.

Terra Nova Church* 45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-833-0504 | terranovachurch.org Services: Sunday 9 a.m. The Salvation Army/ Worship, Service & Community Center 27 Woodlawn Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-1640 Services: Worship 11 a.m. | Sunday School: 10 a.m. Trinity United Methodist Church 155 Ballard Road, Gansevoort Contact: 518-584-9107 | tumcwilton.com | Rev. Jeff Stratton Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs* 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs Contact: 518-584-1555 | uusaratoga.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Unity Church in Albany 21 King Avenue, Albany Contact: 518-453-3603 Services: Sunday 9 and 11 a.m.; Sunday School: 11 a.m. West Charlton United Presbyterian Church 1331 Sacandaga Road, West Charlton Contact: 518-882-9874 | westcharltonupc.org | Rev. Thomas Gregg Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Wilton Baptist Church 755 Saratoga Road, Wilton Contact: 518-583-2736 | wiltonbaptistchurch.com Services: Sunday 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Food Winter Market

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

Offers New Opportunity for Mall, Farmers, & Saratoga Cauliflower and Butternut Squash Carbonara

HIGH ROCK PARK Wednesdays | 3 - 6 p.m. Saturdays | 9 - 1 p.m.

by Himanee Gupta-Carlson for Saratoga TODAY Photos by Pattie Garrett.

Shorter days, grayer skies, and sweater weather all mark shifts in the seasonal cycle of the Saratoga Farmers’ Market. The market will continue to operate outdoors from 3-6 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays at High Rock Park through October. On Saturday, November 2, the market makes its annual move indoors. This year, however, the move will be to a newer, larger, and more accessible location at the Wilton Mall, where the market will operate from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays, in the area around the Department of Motor Vehicles and former Bon Ton store.

The move creates a community partnership between the nearly 60 vendors who make up the winter market and the retail businesses at the mall. “We are excited about this change,” says Saratoga Farmers’ Market Association board president Beth Trattel. “It gives us an opportunity to give our vendors more selling space, while also offering expanded parking and a bus-accessible site to our customers.” Vendors will offer fresh produce, meats, eggs, cheeses and other dairy items, fresh-cut flowers, spirits, prepared foods, and a variety of handmade arts and artisanal craft items.

Indoor Farmers’ Market.

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market’s move comes as changes in consumer shopping patterns are causing malls to reinvent themselves. The Wilton Mall has lost two major anchors in the past year – Sears and Bon Ton – and much of its space is unfilled. Bringing farmers, artisans, and other local businesses into some of that vacant space creates a vibrant shopping atmosphere that could help the mall rekindle its potential to be a public gathering space. At the same time, by opening up its space, the mall is helping the farmers’ market address three of its greatest challenges: ample parking, access via public transportation, and vendor visibility to the public. “We are excited about this move,” says market director Emily Meagher. “We will have ample parking. We will be located directly by a CDTA bus stop, and being in a space that is shared with many other businesses creates a ‘one-stop-shop’ for customers’ weekly groceries and other errands.” The Saratoga Farmers Market is 3 - 6 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturdays at High Rock Park through October. On November 2, the market begins its indoor season from 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Saturdays at the Wilton Mall. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram for updates.

Yield: 4 Servings | Prep time: 20 minutes | Cook time: 40 minutes INGREDIENTS: *Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

FOR THE ROASTED CAULIFLOWER AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH:

• 8 ounces spaghetti*

• 16 ounces cauliflower florets*

• 2 large eggs*

• ½ a butternut squash*, peeled and cubed

• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan* • 4 slices bacon*, diced • 2 cloves garlic*, minced • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves*

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil* • 3 cloves garlic*, minced • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves* • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray. 2. Place cauliflower florets and butternut squash cubes in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Add olive oil, garlic and thyme; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Gently toss to combine. 3. Place into oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and golden brown; set aside. 4. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; reserve 1/2 cup water and drain well. 5. In a small bowl, whisk together eggs and Parmesan; set aside. 6. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes; reserve excess fat. 7. Stir in garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to low. 8. Working quickly, stir in cauliflower, pasta and egg mixture, and gently toss to combine; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, cooking until desired consistency is reached. 9. Serve immediately, garnished with thyme, if desired. Recipe featured on damndelicious.net, adapted by My Saratoga Kitchen Table.

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

Food

The Goodfella Way

Garlic Hasselback Potatoes

INGREDIENTS by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY

Hello my Foodie Friends ! Everyone has their own way of prepping garlic. As I noted in an earlier article, I am a true connoisseur of some of our greatest movie directors and writers of past and recent decades. One of my favorite Martin Scorsese films is “Goodfellas.” Recently, I watched the movie again and caught a big culinary tip. The character Henry narrates a cooking secret: “In prison, dinner was always a big thing. We had a pasta course

and then we had meat or fish. Paulie did the prep work. He was doing a year for contempt, and he had this wonderful system for doing the garlic. He used a razor and he used to slice it so thin that it would liquefy in the pan with just a little oil. It was a very good system.” Slicing garlic thin infuses garlic into the dish giving you a hint of garlic without biting into raw garlic. When cooking sliced garlic in oil, the garlic flavor will mellow during the cooking. However, you will get a flavor that is closer to roasted garlic. This procedure is excellent for sauces and frittata’s. An excellent tool to use to get consistent and thin slices is a truffle/chocolate shaver.

The truffle shaver cuts paper thin slices of shallots, truffles, garlic, chocolate, and hard cheeses. It is made of stainless steel with an adjustable blade that allows for precision thin slices. Stop by Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery Store in Saratoga Springs to assist you with your culinary needs and to find a shaver that can help you cook garlic the Goodfella way! Here is a delicious recipe to use your truffle shaver for. Remember; “Life Happens in the Kitchen.”

• Desired number of potatoes, scrubbed (Russets or Yukon Golds, depending on preference)

• Olive oil, for drizzling

• Garlic cloves –numbering the same as your potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced

• Grated cheese, such as Cheddar, Monterey Jack or Colby

• Butter, 1 tablespoon per potato

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• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• minced fresh parsley

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 425°F. 2. Drizzle about a tablespoon of olive oil over the bottom of a rimmed baking dish large enough to hold your potatoes comfortably with a little room for the potatoes to fan out as they cook. 3. Starting at one end, slice the potatoes down with a knife. Repeat the slices at 1/8-to-1/4 inch intervals until you reach the other end of the potato. Tuck the thin pieces of garlic into the potato “fans” about every third slice or so. Break the butter into pieces and dot the top of each potato with about 1 tablespoon. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and drizzle about 1 teaspoon of olive oil over each potato.

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Chicken & Biscuit Broccoli Mandarin Oranges

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Herb Chicken w/Gravy Stuffing Butternut Squash Mandarin Oranges

Pork Loin w/Cranberry Mustard Sauce Red Bliss Potato Vegetable Trio Peaches

Spanish Beef & R Casserole Carrots Warm Cornbread Orange Whip

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AppleServed Glazed Pork Italian Style Senior MeatloafCenter Breaded Fish at the Saratoga Mashed Sweet Garlic Mashed Potatoes Macaroni & Che Potatoes Zucchini & Yellow Brussels Sprouts TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY Cabbage Squash Tartar Sauce Dinner Roll Fruit Jell O w/Whipped Pineapple Fruit Cocktail Topping

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15 16 Chicken • Turkey with Gravy 17 • Five Spice • Meatballs and Meatballs Five Spice Chicken Turkey W/Gravy Pasta with Sauce • Stuffing • Cubed Sweet Pasta w/Sauce Cubed Sweet Potato Stuffing & Parmesan Potatoes • Broccoli & Cheese Mixed Vegetables• Beets Beets Cauliflower Broccoli & Caulif • Mixed Vegetables Parmesan Cheese• Pears Dinner Roll • Apricot WhipApricot Whip Plum Fruit Pears • Plum Fruit • Dinner Roll

22are served daily. The suggested 23 Birthday Special Menu Subject to 21 Change. Coffee, tea and butter contribution is $2/meal.24 Chili Baked Chicken Roast Pork w/Gravy Italian Stew There is a $6 fee for guests under the age of 60. Please make checks payable to: Northeast Dining and Lodging, Rice w/Gravy Mashed Potatoes Rice c/o Saratoga County Office for the Aging, 152 West High Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Yellow Squash Fruit Cocktail

Mashed Sweet Potato Vegetable Trio Chocolate Cookies

Brussels Sprouts Frosted Cake

Green Beans Chocolate Puddi w/Whipped Top

LOCAL BRIEFS

Bus Trip to Mohegan Sun Casino The Racing City Rotary Club will be hosting a second annual bus trip on Thursday, October 17 to The Mohegan Sun Casino in Connecticut. The bus trip is open to the public and will depart from the Wilton Mall parking lot at 8 a.m. and return approximately 9 p.m. the same day. The price for the trip is $45 and includes a $15 food voucher and two $10 free bets. Call Tom or Linda at 518-584-8211 for information, reservations and tickets. Fall Bazaar Sponsored by Round Lake United Methodist Women on Saturday, October 19. A luncheon of sandwich, soup, dessert and drink will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. A Holiday table with fall and Christmas items, Bake sale with goodies for all and a Chinese Auction drawing at 3 p.m. No need to be present to win. Come join us for some fun, food and fellowship at 34 George St, Round Lake. NY Giants Football Game Join us for a trip to Giants Stadium to watch the NY Giants play against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, October 20 for a 1 p.m. game. Have a tailgate party prior to the big game. Bring your own favorite beverage and additional money for stadium snacks. Dress accordingly. Pay $190 at sign up, includes ticket, parking, van, food and bottled water. Leave the Saratoga Senior Center at 6:30 a.m. On Exhibit “People” – by Artist Barbara King will be on display at the Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs through October 28. Barbara’s interests include, pen and ink, line drawings, pencil, pastel, charcoal drawings as well as oil and acrylic paintings. Her primary interest is drawing figures and faces. For more information you can call Barbara at 518-583-1831 or email tking18@nycap.rr.com.

The Petite Retreat An exciting day of learning and exploring the world of parenting - from pregnancy to preschool. Event attendees can look forward to attending over 15 educational workshops, meeting with local parenting experts including doulas, midwives, lactation counselors, and more, as well as shopping for the hottest products for mom and baby. It will be held at The National Museum of Dance in Saratoga Springs on Sunday, October 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ticket price of $25 includes admission for two people, a reusable tote bag full of products, samples and special offers, and access to all educational workshops taking place at the event. Attendees get to make connections with local experts and specialists including doulas, midwives, pediatricians, chiropractors, infant safety experts, get tips on baby weaning, and shop for the hottest products for new moms and babies. To learn more about The Petite Retreat or for ticket information, please visit www.TPRToga.com or call us at 518-338-7304. Old Friends at Cabin Creek Farm Tour The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame presents a special tour of Saratoga County’s only thoroughbred retirement farm, on October 19 at 11 a.m. Old Friends at Cabin Creek is home to Travers Stakes winner Will’s Way, two-time Whitney winner Commentator and several other retired racing stars. Along with the tour of the grounds and facilities as well as meeting the retired thoroughbreds, there will be a catered lunch at the farm. The farm is located at 483 Sandhill Rd., Greenfield Center. Cost is $25 for Museum members and $30 for non-members. Participants will receive a free pass to visit the Museum at their convenience. Reservations are required for this event and space is limited. Please call 518-584-0400 ext. 120 to reserve your spot or email nmrtours@racingmuseum.net. Heritage Hunters Annual Genealogy Conference Skip Duett and Judith A. Herbert, members of The Association of Professional Genealogists, will be the speakers at the full day Genealogy Conference to

be held on Saturday, October 19 at Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29, in Schuylerville. The day begins with check-in and coffee at 8:30 a.m. and will conclude at 3:15 p.m. Early registration is encouraged - $30 for members and $40 for non-members and includes a hot lunch, breaks, and exhibits. An option is offered for $45 that would include HH 2019-2020 membership at $15 and the Conference at $30. For information call 518-871-9371 or 518-885-9309. SIS Open House Come see us on October 19 at 10 a.m. PreK through Middle School. We offer: rigorous academics, small class sizes, specials for all grades – Spanish, art, music, technology, and physical education, after school clubs and sports, scholarships and financial aid available, before and after care programs. 149 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs. For more information call 518-5830841 or visit, www.siskids.org. Travel to Spain with Saratoga Arts Saratoga Arts is sponsoring a tour to Spain May 11 - 20, 2020 and invites you to a trip overview for “Spain: A Treasure Chest of Wonders” at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, October 19 at Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. The trip price is $3399 land only, double occupancy. For additional information, go to www.goedventures.com, Contact goedventures@gmail.com or call Mary at 607-387-3322. Soupapalooza Long Shadows Farm and ACCT Naturally will hold a unique fall fundraiser on October 19, at Long Shadows Farm in Cambridge. The day starts with a Fall Farm Festival at 2 p.m. featuring pony rides, wagon rides, demonstrations and other fun farm activities. The main event starts at 4 p.m. Local restaurants and chefs bring their best soup for you to sample. Patrons then vote for their favorite and eat a bowl with great bread and other lite fare. There will be a silent auction, music and beer on be tap. All proceeds benefit two charitable organizations dedicated to

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019 rescuing and rehabilitating horses and placing them in programs for veterans, first responders, teens and women. Tickets to Soupapalooza are $25 in advance, or $35 at the door. Farm festival activities are $5 each per person. Combined discounts will be available at the registration desk. For more information, go to www.LongShadowsHorses.org or call 518-928-6161. Long Shadows Farm is located at 84 Dr. Brown Lane, Cambridge. Fall Fest Music Night Enjoy an evening of fun and music on Saturday, October 19, with eight performers and a special guest, the legendary Adirondack Folk Musician Dan Berggran. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for wine, cider, and desserts. Music begins at 7:15 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation, located at 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Cost: $15 per person; $40 per family. Tickets may be purchased uusaratoga.org/fallfest. Induction Ceremony The National Museum of Dance is pleased to announce the 2019 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place Saturday, October 19, at 7 p.m. The evening will include the inductions of Carmen de Lavallade and Sir Frederick Ashton into the Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius Vanderbilt Whitney Hall of Fame, as well as a special dedication to Marylou Whitney and John Hendrickson. The evening will also celebrate the opening of new exhibitions honoring the two inductees’ extraordinary careers in dance. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Please RSVP by October 14 through Eventbrite.com, email at info@dancemuseum.org, or phone at 518-584-2225 x 3001. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students, and free for members. We hope you will join us for this festive occasion. Blood Drive The Nick’s Fight to be Healed Foundation will be holding a blood drive on October 22 at Shenendehowa United Methodist Church, located at 971 Route 146, Clifton Park from 1 – 6 p.m. Homemade goodies at the

finish. Nick’s Fight to be Healed Foundation supports local pediatric cancer patients and their families, as well as raise awareness about the emotional, physical and financial needs children with cancer face during and after treatment. We strive to improve quality of life by promoting well-being, reducing stress within the entire family, and providing resources to help children with cancer lead fun and fulfilling lives. Sign up today at www.redcrossblood.org (use sponsor code NICKSFIGHT) or call 1-800- RED CROSS to make an appointment. Sprucing Up the Adirondacks Dr. Angelena Ross will present “Sprucing up the Adirondacks: Managing the Spruce Grouse, One of New York’s Rarest Birds” at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 23, at the Crandall Library in Glens Falls. Dr. Ross is Senior Wildlife Biologist for the NYSDEC. She will discuss the NYSDEC’s management efforts for the Spruce Grouse. This program is presented by the Southern Adirondack Audubon Society and is free and open to the public. How Safe are our Schools? An evening with Parkland parent, Max Schachter, father of Alex Schachter, one of seventeen people tragically murdered during the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School massacre. Max partners with school districts and law enforcement agencies nationwide to evaluate and improve their existing safety protocols. The event will be held on October 28 at 7 p.m. at the Saratoga Hilton, 534 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Free admission, registration required. Tickets are available at maxschachtersaratoga. brownpapertickets.com. Saratoga Recycles Day Got Junk? Keep it out of the landfill. Bring it to SPAC Parking lot, west side of Route 50 on October 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a $5 entrance fee per vehicle and $20 per TV and monitor (limit 4 TVs per vehicle) PLUS a new traffic flow designed for shorter wait times! www. sustainablesaratoga.org/projects/ zero-waste/recycles-day.

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Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

This Week’s Events: OCT 11 - 17 family friendly FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11 Dance: 10 Hairy Legs Dance Company Skidmore Dance Theater, Skidmore College Campus, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Founded in 2012 by Randy James, the company celebrates and explores the tremendous technical and emotional range of today’s male dancer. For ticket information, call 518-580-5360.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 Defensive Driving Course Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. | New York State approved. Save 10% on your base auto insurance for the next three years and receive up to 4 points off your driving record according to New York State Department of Motor Vehicle guidelines. Fee $35. Bring a friend and fee is $30 each. A portion of the fee goes to Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church. Registration required and can be made by calling Ray Frankoski at 518-286-3788.

Craft/Garage Sale & Bake Sale Greenfield Grange #807, 17 Grange Road, Greenfield Center | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Soup and sandwich lunch. Any questions call 518-587-6245

Falling Leaves 5K Run Kelley Park, Village Pool, Ballston Spa 10 a.m. | Benefits the Veterans and Community Housing Coalition and the proceeds are earmarked for the homes for homeless male and female Veterans in Ballston Spa. More information and registration forms can be accessed at www. ballstonspaumchurch.org/falling-leaves5k-run.html. All registered participants have the opportunity to win one of the many gift cards donated by local businesses. Day of race registration $30.

Soup-to-Go and Bake Sale Simpson United Methodist Church 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Soups are: $6 for Medium Size Container and $10 for Family Size Container. Swing by and stock up on some warm, delicious, comforting soups and baked goods. Any questions call Brenda at 518-885-4794.

Spectacular Bid: The Last Superhorse of the 20th Century National Museum of Racing & Hall of Fame 191 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. An author talk and book signing with Peter Lee. Free to attend, books available for purchase.

The Sixth Annual Saratoga International Flavorfeast Downtown Saratoga Springs Participating Restaurants | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. A celebration of Saratoga’s unique culinary scene. It presents a feast for the senses and reflects the multicultural diversity of the region. This fun-filled event includes $1 tastings of ethnic cuisine at over 25 participating restaurants as well as international entertainment. For more information, go to www.saratogaflavorfeast. com/ or call 518-365-3459.

Tang Family Saturdays Tang Teaching Museum, Skidmore College Campus, Saratoga Springs 2 – 3:30 p.m. | Suitable for children ages 5 and up with their adult companions. Programs include a brief tour of a current Tang exhibition followed by a hands-on art activity. Free and open to the public. Reservations are strongly suggested, call 518-580-8080.

Lasagna Dinner Trinity United Methodist Church 155 Ballard Rd., Wilton | 3:30 – 6 p.m. The meal includes a lasagna dinner with salad, desserts and beverages. Suggested donation is $10. The church is accessible and take-outs are available.

Ballston Area Senior Monthly Dance Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa | 7 - 10 p.m. The dance is open to the public. Peaceful Country Band will be providing the music. Come and enjoy the fun and dance the night away. Members are asked to bring a snack to be shared. There is a $5 entrance fee for non-members. Check out our web page, www.ballstonareaseniors.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13 Monthly Breakfast Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 South of the Village of Victory | 8 – 11 a.m. Eggs cooked to order, bacon, sausage, toast (white or wheat), pancakes (regular,

blueberry, buckwheat, apple cinnamon), French toast, home fries, orange juice, coffee, tea, hot chocolate. Cost: Adult $8, Child $4. Everyone welcome.

17th Annual “The Way We Were” Car Show Front St., Ballston Spa | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Front Street will be blocked off from Milton Avenue past the Old Iron Springs to accommodate car exhibits and vendors. In addition to food and merchandise vendors, the show will again feature a “Kids Zone,” located by the Old Iron Springs, which will feature free children’s activities. The event is free to spectators. Please feel free to contact the Car Show committee at bspacarshow@ballston.org or visit www. ballston.org for details.

Conversation to Build an Inclusive American Community Caffe Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs 1 p.m. | A monthly discussion series in which we invite our community to join with those dedicated to social, racial and economic justice to identify and explore critical civic and social justice issues, and our role in remedying them. The topic to be discussed is Wrongful Convictions with a focus on the tremendous personal, social and emotional costs of wrongful convictions for innocent people and their families. The event is free and open to the public. If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Laura Manning at 518-581-7933 or email at frank@ioninitiative.org.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15 Pierogi Sale Pick-Up Christ the Savior Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake | 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. As usual we will have potato/cheese, sauerkraut, and farmer’s cheese pierogis. Please order soon. Please call 518-3630001. Unfortunately, we must raise the cost for sauerkraut pierogis to $10/dozen.

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 16 Lunchtime Meditation Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs | 12:30 p.m. Led by Pierre Zimmerman, every 1st and 3rd Wednesday each month. Drop-ins welcome. Free and open to all.

Fall Family Wellness Forum South Glens Falls High School, Large Group Instruction Room, 2 Merritt Rd., South Glens Falls | 6 p.m. The Community Coalition for Family Wellness (CCFW) announces the first Fall Family Wellness Forum of 2019, Act with Respect Always featuring local motivational speaker, Coach Rich Johns. Coach Johns will be addressing his message of respect for others, personal character development and paying it forward. The event is free and open to all area residents. For more information contact Kelly Stevens at The Prevention Council at ccfw-coordinator@ preventioncouncil.org or ccfwsgf.org

Free Community Dinner

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17

Grace Church, 36 Third St., Waterford 2 p.m. | Messy Church provides an opportunity for people of all ages to worship together in a fun and creative way. For information, call the Episcopal parish at 518-237-7370 or visit gracechurchwaterford.com.

Roast Beef Dinner

MONDAY, OCTOBER 14 Open Mic Night Caffe Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs 7 p.m. | All ages, all styles. The event is free, but please leave a $3 donation for their nonprofit organization if you can. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. Two songs or 10 minutes. Sign up is first come, first serve. Open Mic Nights have full table service. No alcohol. They serve pizza, nachos, veggie burgers, desserts baked on premises, soft drinks, and coffees. Please play nice! This is a diverse community that has a great time making art and helping one another get better. Excessive profanity, explicit sexual themes, and “humor” that unkindly targets a specific group undermines this goal. It is up to the discretion of the host to enforce the house standards.

Stillwater United Church, 747 Hudson Ave., Stillwater, 5 – 6:30 p.m. | Family style servings of roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, winter squash, coleslaw, rolls, pie and beverage. Cost is $12 for adults, $5 ages 5 – 10 and under 5 is free. Tickets for inside seating may be purchased at the door. Also available is parking lot ordering and pick-up. Handicap accessible. For more information contact the church office at 518-664-7984.

Upcoming Meetings TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15 Town of Greenfield Historical Society Greenfield Community Center 25 Wilton Rd., Greenfield | 7 p.m. Speakers will be Dave and Diane Allen, who will tell the story of how they created Lavenlair Farm. Ppublic is invited to attend.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16 Olde Saratoga Seniors Meeting Town Hall, Spring St., Schuylerville | Noon Tea Cup Auction and a sandwich luncheon. All are invited. Contact Pat 518-338-2329

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Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

National Museum of Dance 2019 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Oct. 19 SARATOGA SPRINGS — The National Museum of Dance hosts the 2019 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19. The evening will include the inductions of Carmen de Lavallade and Sir Frederick Ashton into the Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius Vanderbilt Whitney

Hall of Fame, as well as a special dedication to Marylou Whitney and John Hendrickson. The evening will also celebrate the opening of new exhibitions honoring the two inductees’ extraordinary careers in dance. Special guests Carmen de Lavallade and Iain Webb, Director of the Sarasota Ballet, on

behalf of Frederick Ashton, will be in attendance. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Carmen de Lavallade made her professional debut at age seventeen with the Lester Horton Dance Theater. Over the course of her seventy-year career, she was a principal dancer with the Metropolitan Opera and guest artist with American Ballet Theatre. Ballets have been created for her by Lester Horton, Geoffrey Holder, Alvin Ailey, Glen Tetley, John Butler, and Agnes de Mille and she has choreographed for Dance Theatre of Harlem, Philadanco, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and the Metropolitan Opera. She has also had an extensive acting career performing in film and on Broadway and

off-Broadway productions. Lauded by numerous institutions, Carmen received the Dance Magazine Award, an honorary Doctorate of Fine Arts from The Juilliard School, Duke Ellington Fellowship Award, Dance USA Award, and in 2017 a Kennedy Center Honor. Sir Frederick Ashton (19041988) studied with Léonide Massine and Marie Rambert who gave him his first opportunities as a choreographer. In 1928 he joined Ida Rubinstein’s company in Paris where he was greatly influenced by choreographer Bronislava Nijinska. In England he choreographed and danced for the Rambert Company and pursued a successful career as a dancer in musicals and revues. He became resident

choreographer for Ninette de Valois’ Vic-Wells Ballet and later Associate Director. He succeeded Dame Ninette as Director of the company (now The Royal Ballet), a position he held until he retired in 1970. He created nearly one hundred ballets in all and worked in opera for over fifty years. He was knighted in 1962 and in 1977 was invited by The Queen to become a member of the Order of Merit. Among his many honors are France’s Legion d’Honneur and Denmark’s Commander of the Order of the Dannebrog. RSVP by Oct. 14 through Eventbrite.com, email at info@ dancemuseum.org, or phone at 518-584-2225 x 3001. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students, and free for members.

Touched By An Angel: Community Hospice Hosts Annual Fundraiser Oct. 17

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Community Hospice of Saratoga and Washington Counties is holding the 24th Annual Touched by Angel, 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 at the Canfield Casino.

Local restaurants will provide food stations and appetizers and desserts for the event, which features live music by Shades of Grey. Mark Mulholland is the guest emcee. Tickets are $80 per person and can be purchased on-line at www.

saratogaangel.org. For questions or more information, contact Gina Peca at 518-581-9727, extension or gina.peca@sphp.com All proceeds benefit the programs and services of the Community Hospice.

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“My Life in Literature: An Intimate Conversation”

Skidmore Theater Presents: The Harvest

at SPAC’s 15th Annual Lecture Luncheon Oct. 17 SARATOGA SPRINGS — New York Times Book Review Editor, host of The Book Review Podcast, and author Pamela Paul will be featured in “My Life in Literature: an Intimate Conversation” at Saratoga Performing Arts Center as the centerpiece of the annual fall Lecture Luncheon, presented by The Wesley Community on Thursday, Oct. 17. Moderated by SPAC President & CEO, Elizabeth Sobol, the discussion will feature the stories that have shaped Paul’s life, while also exploring her latest books How to Raise a Reader and My Life with Bob: Flawed Heroine Keeps Book of Books, Plot Ensues. Presented by SPAC’s Action Council, the fundraiser also includes a coffee and tea welcome reception, gourmet luncheon and boutique shopping at the Hall of Springs. The editor of The New York Times Book Review, Pamela Paul also oversees books coverage at The New York Times, which she

joined in 2011 as the children's books editor. She is also the host of the weekly Book Review podcast for The Times and the author and editor of six books, most recently, How to Raise a Reader and My Life with Bob: Flawed Heroine Keeps Book of Books, Plot Ensues. Her fourth book, By the Book: Writers on Literature and the Literary Life was published in 2015. Paul is also a former columnist for The Economist, Worth magazine and The New York Times Styles section and a former contributor to Time magazine. Her work has appeared in The Atlantic, The Washington Post, The New York Times Magazine, The New York Times Education Life, Slate, Vogue, Psychology Today, Brown Alumni Magazine and other national publications. She began her career as the editor of the Parent Publishing program at Scholastic. In 2015, she won Girls Write Now's Gamechanger Award.

The SPAC Fall Lecture Luncheon is presented by the SPAC Action Council. The Action Council raises more than $250,000 annually for SPAC’s world-class classical music, dance and children’s programming. The schedule of events for the Luncheon is as follows: 9:30 a.m. | Coffee and Tea at Spa Little Theater 10 a.m. | Presentation at Spa Little Theater 11:30 a.m. | Boutique Shopping at Hall of Springs 1 p.m. | Elegant Fall Luncheon at Hall of Springs Cost to attend the fundraiser is $85 and includes admission to the breakfast, lecture, Hall of Springs luncheon and miniboutique shopping event. Nearly 20 local shops and boutiques will be onsite with an assortment of fine accessories, gifts, apparel, and specialty foods for sale. Tickets may be purchased at spac.org or by contacting Seth Buono at 518-584-9330, ext. 101 or sbuono@spac.org.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Skidmore Theater presents its Fall Black Box Production, “The Harvest,” by Samuel D. Hunter Oct. 18-24 at Janet Kinghorn Bernhard Theater on the Skidmore College Campus. Directed by artist-in-residence John Michael DiResta. Written by Samuel D. Hunter - a contemporary playwright of such acclaimed plays as The Whale

and A Bright New Boise, with The Harvest premiering in 2016 at Lincoln Center Theater. Performances are at 8 p.m.; Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets: $12 general admission and $8 for students and senior citizens. Reserve tickets beginning at theater.skidmore. edu or by contacting our Box Office: boxoffice@skidmore.edu or 518-580-5439

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SPAC Hosts Annual

Saratoga Wine and Food Festival

Photos by SuperSource Media, LLC.

Exhibit of photographic works of art created from compostables by Terri-Lynn Pellegri.

Are You A Good Witch, Or A Bad Witch ? SARATOGA SPRINGS — Radial Arts staged its annual gala, the 3rd Annual All Hallows Eve Witchcraft Masquerade Ball, Oct. 3 at the Canfield Casino. Photos by Cathleen Duffy.

Elizabeth Sobol, President and CEO of Saratoga Performing Arts Center at the 2019 Saratoga Wine & Food Festival on Oct. 5, 2019.

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Inviting Color: Spring Street Gallery Presents New Exhibition

Art Auction Soirée to Feature 20 Paintings Created by Orphans from Kenya SARATOGA SPRINGS — HEAL Raising Our World Foundation, Inc. invites the community to an art auction soirée on Saturday, Oct. 19. The event will take place 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Thirsty Owl, 184 S. Broadway. The art auction will feature 20 paintings created by orphans from Kenya through the art education program How to Draw a Lion. There will be a silent auction of paintings, a sale of crafts from

Kenya, raffle and a cash bar. Light snacks will be provided. The event is free and open to the public. 100% of the proceeds from the silent auction will benefit the children at Rapha Community Center, a children’s home and secondary school located in the central highlands of Kenya. How to Draw a Lion is an arts education program created by John Platt, a NYC based artist, to bring hope to

orphaned or at-risk children in sub-Saharan Africa. Each year John travels to the region and spends months teaching art for schools in Tanzania, Kenya and Malawi. For more information visit: www.drawalion.com. HEAL Raising Our World Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization based in Saratoga Springs. Currently, HEAL is developing Rapha Community Center in Kenya.

Saratoga Arts: Art In Public Places Inviting Color: works by Carolyn Justice on exhibit at Spring Street Gallery.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Spring Street Gallery celebrates its newest exhibition, “Inviting Color,” featuring the vibrant colors and bold painterly style created by Carolyn Justice. Justice, born in Ohio, graduated from Fashion Institute of Technology with a degree in illustration. She is an enthusiastic pastelist who enjoys giving a colorful voice to the farmer and

the market. Her work ranges from impressionistic rural landscapes to the use of flat color to describe the still life. Spring Street Gallery is located at 110 Spring St. Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. or by appointment. For more information, visit www. springstreetgallerysaratoga.org. “Inviting Color” will be on view through Nov. 9.

Shows On Display Across the County in October SARATOGA SPRINGS — “Music from the Jukebox,” acrylic painting by Barbara King, from “People and Things,” mixed media works by Barbara King on display at Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. Additional Saratoga Arts displays in the Spa City include: Mixed media collage works by Laura Sterling in Saratoga Arts' Members' Hall Gallery; Paintings

by Susan Beadle at The Saratoga Springs Train Station, 26 Station Lane; Watercolor paintings by Irene Radicchi at Saratoga Springs Visitors Center, 297 Broadway; Oil and watercolor paintings by Mary Beth Vought at Saratoga Community Federal Credit Union, 23 Division St., and Watercolors by Pat Goodale in Saratoga Arts' Reception Area Gallery.

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Weekend PLANNER

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 The 19th Annual Great Pumpkin Challenge Saratoga Spa State Park, 19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs This event features a 5K (walk or run) and 10K (run) through the beautiful and historic Saratoga Spa State Park. The day also includes a 1 Mile Fun Run for kids 12 and under, starting around 10:30 a.m. The 5k and 10k begin at 9:30 a.m. with the Start and Finish at the Columbia Pavilion. The first 1,500 pre-registered 5k and 10k participants receive long-sleeved moisture-wicking T-shirts. Please register early, as the event will be capped at 2,000 participants. For more information and to register, visit saratogabridges.ejoinme.org/GPC6

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 Saratoga International Flavorfeast

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Downtown Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Experience a feast of flavors from a variety of countries in the sixth annual Saratoga International Flavorfeast. Pick up your Flavorfeast “passport-map” of participating restaurants/businesses in front of Fingerpaint Marketing. This map will help you plan your day’s itinerary of travel to a variety of restaurant destinations for $1 food samples. There will also be restaurants set up in The Downtowner Parking Lot along with live music and entertainment. For participating restaurants, menu items and entertainment schedule, visit www.saratogaflavorfeast.com or call 518-365-3459.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 Flannel Fest On The Farm 2019 Ellms Family Farm, 468 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Ellms Family Farm have partnered with Frog Alley Brewing to bring you Flannel Fest on The Farm! Enjoy a brisk Saturday evening around the bonfires, take a stroll through the Moonlight Maze and enjoy Frog Alley Brewing’s craft beer selection. Hard cider and wine also served! Live performance by The North & South Dakotas. Day fall activities at the farm will take place between 1-6 p.m. Purchase tickets at www.ellmsfarms.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13 17th Annual “The Way We Were” Car Show Front Street, Ballston Spa | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come stroll the historic village, check out the hundreds of cars and trucks on display, and enjoy live music, vendors and downtown businesses. In addition to food and merchandise vendors, the show will again feature a “Kids Zone,” located by the Old Iron Springs. Several trophies will be awarded, including Best of Show, Mayor’s Choice, Best Engine, Best Paint, Best Stock, Oldest Vehicle. The event is free to spectators. Exhibitors can register for $20 the day of show. Visit www.ballston.org/event/17th-annual-the-way-wewere-car-show for more information.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13 PEAKFest 2019 Saratoga County Airport, 405 Greenfield Avenue, Ballston Spa 12 - 4 p.m. | Join the 5th annual PEAKFest community fall festival and enjoy games, prizes, raffles, vendors, food trucks, crafts, helicopter rides and more! There will be live musical entertainment, photobooths, face painting, pumpkin painting, balloon twisting, carnival games, and a free dessert table featuring fall cupcakes, cookies and fresh-made cider donuts. Admission and parking is free. Event benefits Make-A-Wish Northeaster NY. See more at www.saratoga. com/event/peakfest-106264 or PEAKFest 2019 Facebook event page.

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Puzzles Across 1 Arafat’s successor 6 City near Yorba Linda 10 Brief responses to common concerns 14 Composer of a seven-movement work that excludes Earth 15 Tach count 16 “... even now / __ myself to thy direction”: “Macbeth” 17 “What’s My Line?” comedian’s craft brewery? 19 Sail support 20 R.E.M.’s “The __ Love” 21 Heifetz’s teacher 22 Present 23 Pop diva’s fruit stand? 27 City of northern Spain 29 David and Bird 30 American Idol winner’s amusement chain? 34 In a blue state 35 Nile reptile 36 Corvallis sch. 39 Rapper’s shopping center properties? 45 Equally speedy 48 Forest bovine 49 Guitarist’s cash register company? 53 Collate 54 Film on water 55 Toddler’s drink 58 Farm opening? 59 “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” comedian’s flooring store? 61 Número de Mandamientos 62 Frank of 1950s Broadway 63 Basketwork fiber 64 Bone-dry 65 Hwy. crossings 66 Jai alai basket Down 1 “Understood” 2 Windfall 3 Symbol of happiness 4 Had ambitions 5 Mess 6 Big name in coffee makers 7 Civil War signature 8 __ other: alternating 9 Sancho’s “steed”

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See puzzle solution on page 54 10 Pole users 11 Materialize 12 Slate source 13 Burnout cause 18 Squelched 24 Forest’s 2006 Oscar-winning role 25 35mm camera option 26 Where the Indus flows: Abbr. 27 IHOP orders 28 U.S. news source since 1942 31 Slump 32 Tire pressure meas. 33 Parody 36 Veterans of the briny 37 __-pitch 38 Steel giant, as it was known from 1986-2001 39 Cleanse spiritually

40 Book ending 41 Co. merged into Verizon 42 Moves in a school 43 .001 of an inch 44 Omniscient 45 Syrian ruling family 46 Cheap smoke 47 “Cyrano de Bergerac” Best Actor (1950) 50 “Bye Bye Bye” band 51 Meager 52 iPod contents 56 Shoemaker’s strip 57 Where to find 36-Down 59 British rule in India 60 Hold ‘em tell, maybe

Writing the Right Word by Dave Dowling Accuracy in word choice is a key to effective communication. In your daily writing and speaking, try to make sure you use the right word in the right place with the right spelling. By doing so, its effect will affect your communication in a positive way. This quick weekly tip will help you filter the confusion in some of our daily word choices. This Week: Rabble rouser, Rebel rouser Rabble rouser, an agitator, is the correct expression. The phrase first appeared in England in the mid-19th century as a combination of rabble and rouse. A group of rabble rousers disrupted the football game. Dave Dowling is the author of The Wrong Word Dictionary and The Dictionary of Worthless Words. Both books are available from many book retailers, and signed copies can be obtained by contacting Dave at dave.dowling65@gmail.com

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Sports

Schuylerville Girls Varsity Soccer Weathers the Storm

Schuylerville - 2 v. Gloversville - 0

by Lindsay Wilson Saratoga TODAY

SCHUYLERVILLE — A heavy set of rain did not dampen Schuylerville girls’ varsity team as they took on Gloversville and came out with a 2 - 0 win. Going into the game against Gloversville, Coach Paul Rogan was prepared to take on the challenging team. “Gloversville is a tough team. They unfortunately have had to deal with a couple of injuries, which I think was tough for them. But we were obviously hopeful to get the victory,” said Coach Rogan The black horses were off to a strong start as Cassandra Cooper scored the first goal at minute 6:22. The game maintained a consistent back and forth drive up and down the field. By the last minute of the first half, both teams aggressively hustled through quick plays as two balls went out of bounds. By the end of the first half, the score remained 1 - 0, Schuylerville in the lead.

With just over 10 minutes remaining in the game, the score still 1-0, Schuylerville player Rachel Stortz came off the field due to an injury, but that setback didn’t stop Schuylerville from putting another ball in the net and walking away with a 2-0 victory over Gloversville. “They fought hard. We’re a little tired right now cause we’re in a string of a game every other day. Our legs were a little tired, but I think Gloversville is a little tired

as well, and our kids competed hard given the circumstances.” The final goal in the last five minutes of the game was a penalty kick by midfielder Brooke Keefer whose growth as a player has become a notable team asset. “Overall the team is really coming together, so I’m excited for us coming into sectionals,” said Coach Rogan. The Black Horses next game will be Friday, October 11 at Johnstown at 4:30 p.m.

Schuylerville Girls Varsity Soccer takes on Gloversville. Photos by Lindsay Wilson

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Football FRIDAY, 10/11 ■ Saratoga (Boys) v. Guilderland 7 p.m. at Saratoga ■ Ballston (Boys) v. Scotia-Glenville 7 p.m. at Ballston ■ Schuylerville (Boys) v. Cobleskill 7 p.m. at Cobleskill

Cheerleading FRIDAY, 10/11 ■ Saratoga (Girls) v. Guilderland 7 p.m. at Saratoga ■ Schuylerville (Girls) v. Cobleskill 7 p.m. at Cobleskill

Soccer SATURDAY, 10/11 ■ Saratoga (Boys) v. Columbia 4:30 p.m. at Columbia ■ Schuylerville (Girls) v. Johnstown 4:30 p.m. at Johnstown

SATURDAY, 10/12 ■ Ballston (Girls) v. Bethlehem 9 a.m. at Bethlehem. ■ Spa Catholic (Boys) v. Bishop Maginn 10 a.m. at Spa Catholic

TUESDAY, 10/15 ■ Saratoga (Boys) v. Shenendehowa 7 p.m. at Saratoga ■ Saratoga (Girls) v. Shenendehowa 7 p.m. at Shenendehowa ■ Ballston (Boys) v. Schenectady 5:30 p.m. at Schenectady ■ Ballston (Girls) v. Schenectady 7 p.m. at Ballston ■ Spa Catholic (Boys) v. Germantown 4:15 p.m. at Spa Catholic

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

LOCAL SPORTS SEASON SCHEDULE League games and matches this week are as follows:

WEDNESDAY, 10/16

THURSDAY, 10/17

■ Schuylerville (Boys) v. Stillwater 4:30 p.m. at Schuylerville

■ Saratoga (Girls) v. Troy 4:15 p.m. at Saratoga

■ Schuylerville (Girls) v. Hudson Falls 7 p.m. at Schuylerville

■ Ballston (Girls) v. Albany 4:15 p.m. at Albany

■ Spa Catholic (Girls) v. Mechanicville 6:30 p.m. at Mechanicville

■ Schuylerville (Girls) v. Amsterdam 6 p.m. at Amsterdam

THURSDAY, 10/17 ■ Saratoga (Boys) v. Troy 6:30 p.m. at Troy ■ Saratoga (Girls) v. Troy 7 p.m. at Saratoga ■ Ballston (Boys) v. Albany 4:15 p.m. at Ballston ■ Ballston (Girls) v. Albany 6:30 p.m. at Albany. ■ Schuylerville (Boys) v. Hudson Falls 7 p.m. at Schuylerville ■ Spa Catholic (Boys) v. Mechanicville 6:30 p.m. at Mechanicville

Volleyball FRIDAY, 10/11 ■ Saratoga (Boys) v. Guilderland 4:15 p.m. at Saratoga

TUESDAY, 10/15 ■ Saratoga (Girls) v. Shenendehowa 4:15 p.m. at Shenendehowa ■ Ballston (Girls) v. Schenectady 4:15 p.m. at Ballston ■ Schuylerville (Girls) v. Glens Falls 6 p.m. at Schuylerville

WEDNESDAY, 10/16 ■ Saratoga (Boys) v. Burnt Hills 4:15 p.m. at Burnt Hills ■ Schuylerville (Girls) v. South Glens Falls 6:30 p.m. at TDB ■ Spa Catholic (Girls) v. Mechanicville 5:30 p.m. at Spa Catholic

Swimming/Diving FRIDAY, 10/11 ■ Saratoga (Girls) v. Niskayuna 4:40 p.m. at Skidmore College

SATURDAY, 10/12 ■ Ballston (Girls) v. Niskayuna, Queensbury, Shenendehowa 9 a.m. at Niskayuna.

WEDNESDAY, 10/16 ■ Saratoga (Girls) v. Guilderland 4:30 p.m. at Voorheesville

Field Hockey FRIDAY, 10/11 ■ Saratoga (Girls) v. Shaker 4:15 p.m. at Saratoga

SATURDAY, 10/12 ■ Schuylerville (Girls) v. Greenwich 11 a.m. at Schuylerville

MONDAY, 10/14 ■ Saratoga (Girls) v. Glens Falls 1 p.m. at Glens Falls.

TUESDAY, 10/15 ■ Schuylerville (Girls) v. Granville 6:30 p.m. at Schuylerville

WEDNESDAY, 10/16 ■ Saratoga (Girls) v. Bethlehem 4:15 p.m. at Bethlehem.

THURSDAY, 10/17 ■ Schuylerville (Girls) v. Scotia-Glenville 4:30 p.m. at Schuylerville

*All information subject to change due to weather.

Sports

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

SARAH RULE: ATHLETE OF THE WEEK Photos provided.

Sarah Rule: black jersey.

by Lindsay Wilson Saratoga TODAY

BALLSTON SPA — Sarah Rule, senior offensive player of the Ballston Spa varsity girls soccer team focuses on driving team unity, inclusivity and motivation for of her teammates. Rule was only three years old when she first played soccer, following in the footsteps of her older sister. “I watched her play as a young child. I learned that, that was what I wanted to do,” said Rule. “I wanted to play this sport and I loved having a ball at my feet and I think that watching her was my biggest influence.” Before making the varsity soccer team at Ballston Spa High

School, Rule began playing on a club team, and 13 years later, she continues to play for the Ballston Spa Strikers. While Rule was inspired to start playing soccer from watching her older sister, the current World Cup Champion team – the U.S. Women’s National team, is what Rule says is a prime example of an excellent team dynamic she aspires to have with her teams. “I think that the best thing about soccer is the ability to bond with my team,” said Rule. “Our club team - the team that I started out on was the team that I’ve been with for 13 years so, having them with me my whole entire life, being able to see them every day after school and just motivating each other and getting

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to know one another and keeping that team chemistry for 13 years is something that keeps me going for sure.” From soccer parents to her fellow teammates, Rule is described as a reliable teammate and someone who is always willing to make her teammates, coaches and their family members feel included and supportive both on and off the field. During pre-season, each player on the girls’ varsity soccer team is required to run the mile in seven minutes or less. This task was a challenge for Rule her first year. Since then, Rule assures that she will accompany any of her teammates who are still running during this pre-season task after she completes her mile.

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“I probably ended up running the mile 7 times in pre-season because someone who had to run the mile again, I wouldn’t let them run alone. That’s my motto, to not let someone walk alone.” “I probably ended up running the mile 7 times in pre-season because someone who had to run the mile again, I wouldn’t let them run alone. That’s my motto, to not let someone walk alone,” said Rule. Rule may be considered a prominent part of her team’s support system, but Rule says she would not be able to deliver if it weren’t for her dedicated support system which includes her teammates, her coach, his family and her parents.

“They’ve done everything for me. They’ve given me every opportunity,” said Rule. “They’re always there when I need them on the days that I come home and I’m crying, they’re there for me the days that I’m feeling happy, feeling confident, successful — they’re there for me.” Early into her senior year, Rule’s plans are up in the air. But she is hopeful to attend college and continue to play sports at a collegiate level.

Sports

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

Community

SPORTS BULLETIN

Basketball at Gavin Park WILTON — Registration has begun for the Town of Wilton’s Recreational basketball program at Gavin Park. The Jr. NBA basketball program runs from Oct. 15 Feb. 8 and is open to boys and girls in 2nd - 10th grade. Registration is open. To register and for additional information go to www.townofwilton.com.

Saratoga Youth Basketball Winter Instructional League SARATOGA SPRINGS — The AAU Hoop instructional program will be held Tuesdays at Dorothy Nolan and Lake Avenue schools beginning Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 6 - 8 p.m. The instructional is open to all kids in kindergarten through third grade. To see the schedule, register or for more information visit www.hoopfoundation.com

Nacre Dance Group Announces Open Auditions for Empire State Youth Dance Ensemble SARATOGA SPRINGS — Nacre Dance Group announces an open audition for their Empire State Youth Dance Ensemble program at Creative Dance Arts (2037 Rt. 9 in Round Lake) on Sunday, Oct. 20 from 2 – 4 p.m. This audition is open to all area dancers ages 13 to 19. Dancers will be selected for

the Empire State Youth Dance Ensemble performance on February 29, 2020 at the Spa Little Theatre in Saratoga Springs. Nacre Dance Group has an exciting performance planned that highlights classic modern dance as well as contemporary dance works. For more information, visit www.nacredance.org/esyde.

YMCA Youth Basketball Programs • YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE The Saratoga Regional YMCA Youth Basketball Program is for boys and girls entering grades 3rd through 12th. All skill levels are welcome. The league runs from December to March. • All games will be played on Sundays • Member: $85 | Non-Membes: $170 • MINI SHOTS BASKETBALL (6-7 years) Using basketball drills, participants will learn the fundamentals of basketball - dribbling, passing, shooting - and build muscle memory while increasing their hand/eye coordination. • Min. 4 | Max. 10 • Tuesday, 4:30-5:15 p.m. or Saturday, 9:30-10:15 a.m. • Member: $42 | Non-Members: $84 • SMALL SHOTS BASKETBALL (8-10 years) This program is designed for boys and girls to develop fundamental basketball skills such as dribbling, shooting, passing, offense, and defense. Players will learn in a supportive, safe, and

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noncompetitive environment where focus is on learning the game, and having fun. • Min. 4 | Max. 14 • Wednesday, 4-5 p.m. or Saturday, 10:15-11:15 a.m. • Member: $50 | Non-Member: $100 • LITTLE SHOTS BASKETBALL (4-5 years) Participants will discover the fundamentals of basketball. The last class of the session will be a scrimmage that parents are welcome to participate in! • Min. 4 | Max. 10 • Tuesday, 4-4:30 p.m. or Saturday, 9-9:30 a.m. • Member: $40 | Non-Member: $80

Saratoga Recreation Department • Intro to Ice Skating Program: Learn ice skating basics or improve your skills. Everyone age 3-adult is welcome. • Reach for the Rim with the Basketball Program: Everyone age 3-Grade 12 is welcome. • Get in the Ring with the Boxing Program: Everyone age 8-15 is welcome. Learn proper boxing technique and receive conditioning tips. • Meet at the Net with the Volleyball Program: Everyone age 8-14 is welcome. Develop your skills and learn the rules and strategy of the game. Visit SaratogaRec.com for additional information and to download forms. Contact 518-587-3550, ext. 2300 or email recreservations@saratoga-springs.org.

Week of October 11 – October 17, 2019

Sports

Local Athletes

All Star�Moments Suburban Field Hockey League Game

Saratoga Springs v. Niskayuna Niskayuna at Saratoga (Dome) Halftime: Saratoga-4 v. Niskayuna-0 Saratoga: Kylie Folts assisted by Hunter Yourch. Aubrey Ide assisted by Kylie Folts. Riley

Jameson assisted by Lauren Barlow. Lauren Barlow assisted by Will Pratt. Second Half: Saratoga: Lauren Barlow assisted by Kylie Folts. FINAL SCORE: Saratoga-5 v. Niskayuna-0

GOALIES: Saratoga: Kristen Rodecker and Emma Piccirillo - 0 saves. Niskayuna: Kaylee McGill - 9 saves Corners: Saratoga - 16 Niskayuna - 1 Shots: Saratoga - 18 | Niskayuna - 0

Girls Volleyball: Saratoga Central Catholic Saints v. Tamarac Bengals Saratoga Central Catholic Saints hosted the Tamarac Bengals in a league match. Tamarac won 3-2. Scores: 25-13, 16-25, 25-22, 19-25, 25-22 Highlights for the Saints: Annie Naughton 15 kills, 4 blocks.

Allison Motler 15 service points, 5 aces, 6 kills, 11 assists. Kara Wengert 7 digs. Grace O’Reilly 4 kills, 15 service points, 10 aces. Catherine Darcy 7 assists, 7 service points, 3 aces. Molly O’Reilly 15 service points, 6 aces,

2 kills, 3 assists. Highlights for the Bengals: Jordyn Sorel 17 service points, 5 digs. Catrina Murphy 20 service points, 9 kills, 5 blocks. Gabby Cellucci 12 kills, 2 blocks, 7 service points.

Girls Varsity Soccer: Schuylerville v. Gloversville Halftime Score: Schuylerville - 1 v. Gloversville - 0

Final Score: Schuylerville - 2 Gloversville - 0

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Girls Volleyball: Columbia v. Saratoga Springs Columbia vs. Saratoga 3-0 (18-25, 20-25, 21-25) Columbia Stats: Record: 5-3 League; 6-5 Overall Chesney Romer: 16 kills, 9 digs Charleigh Kilgallon: 30 assists

Betul Yucedal: 19 digs, 3 aces Saratoga Stats: Record: 3-5 League; 4-7 Overall Katie Claeson: 9 kills, 5 digs Grace Frania: 12 digs Marley Hawthorne: 17 digs, 1 kill

Girls Volleyball: Saratoga Central Catholic Saints v. Cambridge Indians Saratoga Central Catholic Saints hosted the Cambridge Indians Cambridge won 3-0 Scores: 25-19, 25-23, 25-18 Highlights for the Saints: Grace O’Reilly 5 points, 1 ace, 2 kills, 5 digs. Kara Wengert 8 digs.

Allison Molter 9 assists. Highlights for the Indians: Eden Bailey 2 points, 6 kills, 3 digs. Jordyn Griffith 19 points, 7 aces, 2 kills. Alice Roosevelt 9 kills. Adrianna Roarke 3 points, 4 kills, 8 assists.