Saratoga TODAY October 7-13, 2022

A SCHOOL BOARD DIVIDED

by Tyler Murray Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — In school districts throughout the area, school resource officers have seemingly been busy, for better or worse. On September 18, an investigation was conducted in Ballston Spa by the Sheriff’s office in conjunction with the school resource officer. After receiving a tip, police identified a student that made a school shooting threat on the popular online platform Snapchat. While law enforcement determined that the

who sent the message did not have the means to carry out the threat, nor was that threat credible, it was still a nervy time for school officials. Just eight days later, the school resource officer employed in Watervliet High School caught whiff of a potential gang-related shooting that was to take place at the local football game, a convenient meeting point. Out of “an abundance of caution” the game was moved to a neutral location in Schuylerville, according to Watervliet Police Chief Joseph Centanni.

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Boy Scout’s Camp Saratoga History

Camping has been the backbone of the Boy Scout program since its inception. The national Boy Scouts of America kick started its organization with a 2-week sum mer camp at the YMCA’s Silver Bay facility on Lake George in August 1910. BSA commissioned its first scoutmaster - S.F.Lester, Troy N.Y. - Sept. 10,1910. Lester brought his troop to summer camp at the Vermont YMCA camp in 1911.

Many early Saratoga County troops established their own sum mer camps such as Mechanicville on Assembly Point Lake George 1921 and Burden Lake 1922. Troop 1 Ballston Spa hiked to summer camp at White Sulpher Springs, Saratoga Lake in 1922.

Saratoga County Council was organized in 1924. The Executive Board’s top priority was acquiring property for the Council’s summer camp. The search reviewed prop erties in Luther Forest, Corinth, Stillwater and others. The search continued as the Executive Board authorized Troops to use Albany Council’s Camp Hawley for sum mer camp in 1925, 26, 27, and 28. Saratoga County Council’s first summer camp was held in 1929 at American Manufacturing Company’s employee recreation property on Fish Creek near Grangerville. The camp was called Camp Saratoga although not on the property to become known later as Camp Saratoga. Saratoga County Council’s execu tive board finalized the property search on April 24, 1930 purchas ing 290 acres of the Gick family farm near Gansevoort for $3,000, which came with two buildings, the farmhouse and barn. The property had no electricity. Water came from a manual well pump at the farmhouse. Sanitation facilities consisted of a single pit type “outhouse” attached to the farmhouse. The property had extensive fields devoid of trees. Delegan stream had a dam creat ing a very small shallow pond.

Scouting’s spring 1930 expansion of property facilities included construction of a $1,700 mess hall complete with shallow well. The small pond’s $700 expansion included a sandy beach and div ing board. Mechanized machin ery was not available. Harnessed horses removed stumps, dredged, and expanded the pond. All was complete in time for the July 1930

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summer camp start, running for 3 periods (6 weeks) serving 129 scouts.

Fall of 1930 saw the commu nity step up its scouting commit ment. The Lions Club of Saratoga, Mechanicville Rotary Club and oth ers sponsored construction of seven “cabins” on the hill, enclosing five by 1932. The Ballston Spa Rotary Club provided one enclosed cabin includ ing a fireplace. The “Bears Den,” as it was known, allowed winter camping in December 1932. Hilltop cabins received the camp’s second “latrine” in 1933.

Forestation of the farm’s graz ing fields was an early objec tive of the council. 5,000 white pine and 5,000 red pine saplings were planted by scouts in 1930. Substantial plantings by scouts continued for many years (21,000 total by 1934) into the 1960’s.

An “Indian Teepee Village” was established for summer camp in 1933. The village housed 12 senior scouts for a Native American pro gram. The remaining 48 scouts in camp were housed in the Hilltop Cabins. A single “lean-to” replaced the Indian Village in 1936. The lean-to was removed in 2014.

The 1933 spring “Pow-Wow” was the first camporee at Camp Saratoga. Earlier “Pow-Wow’s” were held at the Saratoga Battlefield.

Continual improvements were instituted over the years. The rifle range was added in 1935, Rabbit Hole in 1941. The pig pen was moved to a remote location in 1939, thereby reducing the “fly problem.” Electricity was added in 1945 along with telephone service. Cooks cabin, IP Lodge, chapel, health lodge, ranger cabin, pond shower building, dining hall exten sion, IP shower building, and oth ers were added in the 1960’s/70’s.

The Rabbit Hole was expanded by attaching one of the hilltop cabins. Water was first distributed to tent sites in the late 1960’s.

Individual troops were allowed to develop dedicated camp sites beginning in 1941. 1984 saw the first troop “lean-to” built, fol lowed by others. Tent campsites at North Tent, Hilltop and South Tent served multiple units. Maintenance of the camp was largely done by volunteers. Membership in the “Beaver Club; “Beaverettes” and “Beaver Scout” being cherished indi cations of contributed hours. Order

of the Arrow spring inductions pro vided needed service to open sum mer camp.

Income was generated for the coun cil thru “ice harvesting” and selected logging. True “ice boxes” were required to preserve camp food prior to 1945’s electrification. An ice house was located behind the Ranger Cabin. Ice was transported to Gansevoort, loaded on trains for distribution. Local vendors/resi dents came to camp to purchase ice. Summer camp was the cornerstone of a Scout’s career. Advancement; merit badges in natural sciences - forestry, botany to bird study; aquatic badges; pioneering; hand icrafts; marksmanship; archery. Scout skills such as hiking, camp ing, cooking; off-site badges in horsemanship and forestry. Mile swim, BSA lifeguard, NRA awards.

Something for everyone.

Some merit badges - including some required for Eagle such as swimming and lifesaving - were only available to many scouts at summer camp. A highlight of any scout week was the opportunity to demonstrate scout skills on Family Night during the weekly water car nival. Scouts demonstrated their new ability to swim. They com peted in swimming races and relays, diving, boating races, and the lost art of canoe gunneling, etc. Those who took a swim prior to breakfast each day earned the cov eted Polar Bear patch. Brrr!

Off-site trips to Mt. McGregor (hiking and/or camping) and Schenectady Council’s Camp Rotary on Lake George for intercouncil competitions and hikes up Sleeping Beauty mountain were all part of the experience. Offcamp treks were held to Mt. Marcy (1987) and Mt. Haystack (1988).

The Rabbit Hole, Bears Den, and IP Lodge created memorable expe riences in Winter camping allow ing scouts to complete year-round camping awards. Spring campo rees featured the annual OA tapout with the scenic canoe entrance of OA chief Allowat Sakima in full regalia across Delegan pond.

Who can forget the many veteran scouters - Ed Thielmann, Harry Hayward, Victor Parmenter; Camp Directors John McCarty, Dick Reeves, Bob Wicks, Allen Remaley, Charles Baker, Fred Cable, and others. Camp Rangers Ray Gates, Larry Gordon, Mike Shaver, Paul Woschanko. Memories Forever

Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation Honors Award Winners

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Each year in September the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation recognizes those who have preserved the architec tural heritage of Saratoga Springs. Last week, award recipients were honored during the Foundation’s Annual Meeting in the Music Hall at City Hall.

The City of Saratoga Springs Department of Public Works received the Restoration Award for the 77th Infantry Monument, which was vandalized in Congress Park in July 2020. The cast iron and zinc statue was erected in 1875 and donated to the City, in honor of the 77th Infantry, known as the Saratoga Regiment, who fought in the Civil War.

“After seeing it shattered in pieces on the ground, it seemed impossible for the statue to be put back together, but it was,” said Bosshart. “Commissioner Anthony “Skip” Scirocco was very proud of this restoration.”

The Foundation also pre sented the following awards:

• The Children’s Museum at Saratoga with an Adaptive Reuse Award for their ambitious project at the Lincoln Baths, 65

South Broadway.

• The New York Racing Association received two awards for projects at the Saratoga Race Course: a Rehabilitation Award for Cottage #7 which is visible from Nelson Avenue, and a New Contextual Design Award for the Post Bar.

• A Landscape Initiative Award was given to 754 North Broadway for the installation of a new sidewalk along East Avenue that matched the original historic brick herringbone sidewalk.

• Jennifer and Kyle Perry received a Porch Restoration Award for their home at 173 Phila Street. The homeowners utilized historic images and Sanborn Maps to deter mine what the original porch may have looked like and undertook an extensive restoration.

• Jessica Niles of 581 North Broadway was given a Window Initiative Award.

• Saratoga City Tavern, 19-21 Caroline Street, was given a Window Initiative Award for the restoration of the bay windows facing out onto Caroline Street.

• The property at 59 George Street received a Rehabilitation Initiative Award for the exterior

A 2022 Preservation Recognition Award for the restoration of the 77th Infantry Monument was presented by the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation during a ceremony last week. Pictured: DPW Sign and Art Technician Phil Steffen, SSPF Executive Director Samantha Bosshart, SSPF Board President Adam Favro, and Deputy Commissioner of Public Works Joseph O’Neill. Photo provided.

work completed, including the restoration of the side porch. The award ceremony concluded with the Rehabilitation Award for Stone Abbey, 125 Circular Street.

Founded in 1977, the Saratoga

Springs Preservation Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that promotes preservation and enhancement of the architectural, cultural, and landscaped heritage of Saratoga Springs.

Elizabeth N. Koval

STILLWATER — Elizabeth N. Koval passed 9/29/2022. Funeral service will be 10/7/2022, 10 a.m. at the Quaker Springs United Methodist Church, 466 NY-32, Schuylerville, NY 12871. Burial will be private. Memorial donations to the Quaker Springs United Methodist Church or the Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation. burkefuneralhome.com

Joshua M. Nielson

Purchase where he assisted in creating the men’s swim team.

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Joshua M. Nielson shares that he lost his struggle with depression on September 30, 2022. Born on November 16, 1988 in Warren, PA, he moved to Saratoga Springs at the age of 3. Joshua attended Saratoga Springs High School and continued his education at SUNY

Trained as an Emergency Medical Technician, Joshua furthered his career at Saratoga Hospital for many years. He served countless members of our community as Hospital Security and most recently as an Emergency Room Technician. Josh was a kind, sensitive, empathetic and compassionate soul to all that crossed paths with him. His laughter would fill the room and he found great joy in being outdoors. His list of many interests included painting, playing the guitar, swimming and jujitsu.

Joshua was an exceptional son, brother and friend. He is survived by his mother Rene Nielson, father Robert (Judy) Nielson, brother Tyler Nielson and many loving family and friends. He will be missed by his two four-legged furry friends Alex and Thor, but will reunite with his beloved cat, Gary.

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Church FaceBook page. You do not need to be a member of Facebook to watch the video.

If you cannot watch at the time of the event, it will be saved for later viewing at the same location.

Directions for livestream are below:

Calling hours to be held on Thursday, October 6, 2022 from 4 – 6 p.m. at William J. Burke & Sons Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs. A funeral home service will be celebrated at 6 p.m. by Richard Hoffman.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Josh’s name to The Saratoga Hospital Community Health Center (24 Hamilton St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 ), Saratoga County Animal Shelter (6010 County Farm Rd, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 or American Foundation of Suicide Prevention (199 Water Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10038: afsp.org)

SARATOGA SPRINGS — At long last, Joe and Tom are having the long-awaited memorial service for Mom Theresa.

It will be on Thursday, October 20, 2022.

There will be a memorial mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Clement’s Church, 231 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY.

Click on this link: St. Clement’s Church or go to your browser and type stclementschurch.com. Then click on the large brown circle at the top of the page which says, Facebook Livestream. Then click on the word Videos in the strip below the picture. Then you will be able to watch the livestream as it occurs.

If there is no sound, look at the small speaker icon in the bottom right corner of the video window.

If it has an “X” on it, click on the icon and the “X” will go away and the sound will be turned on.

If it is before 10 a.m., the video will not have started yet, but it will start automatically when the livestream cameras are activated.

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The mass will be followed by a reception from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Parting Glass Restaurant, 40 Lake Avenue in Saratoga Springs.

If you are unable to attend in person, the service will be livestreamed on the St. Clement’s

Erin McAllister

To watch later, go to the same webpage and search the videos below for the correct one and click on it. It will start to play. You may need to unmute again.

She had a passion for food and cooking and enjoyed spending time with friends and family. Erin could often be seen wearing her Yankees or Syracuse gear to support her favorite teams.

Erin is survived by her daughter Kassondra Doty, sons, Paul McAllister, and Ryan Smith; granddaughter Nicole “Nikki” McAllister; her sisters; Beth McAllister, Holly Polski, and Melissa McAllister; brother, Brian McAllister. Also survived by her long-time friend and loved one Bernie Mucitelli.

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Erin McAllister, 54, passed away unexpectedly on September 26, 2022 in the Saratoga Hospital. She was the daughter of Brian and Carolyn (Cameron) McAllister.

Erin worked for State Farm in Malta and the Washington County Fair Grounds for many years and made life-long friends along the way.

She loved her work and volunteering at the Saratoga ELKS Lodge #161 Fraternal Order of Eagles, and the VFW of Saratoga, South Glens Falls, and Sunbury PA. She wanted to help anyone and everyone in need. She was a kind and caring soul who loved to dance.

She is predeceased by her sister Regina McAllister-Gemmett, and her cocker spaniel, Chloe.

A memorial service will be held from 12 noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 9, 2022 at the Saratoga Elks Lodge #161, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs.

Erin’s arrangements are under the care of the Jillson Funeral Home Inc., 46 Williams St., Whitehall, NY.

Online condolences may be made at jillsonfuneralhome.com.

SARATOGA COUNTY COURT

Bradley Hill, 24, of South Glens Falls, was sentenced Sept. 28 to a 5-year term of probation, after pleading to first degree reckless endangerment, in connection with a July 2021 incident in Moreau.

Tiffany Santiago, 37, of Clifton Park, pleaded Sept. 28 to criminal possession of a fire arm, a felony. Sentencing is scheduled for June 30, 2023.

Todd A. Axton, 59, of Ballston Spa, pleaded Sept. 28 to criminal contempt in the first-degree, a felony. Sentencing Dec. 1.

Geoffrey Pickering, 32, was sen tenced Sept. 23 to 2 to 4 years’ incarceration, after pleading to aggravated family offense, that took place in Milton.

Raymond C. Horning, Sr., 33, of Gloversville, was sentenced Sept. 29 to 6 months’ incar ceration, and a 5-year term of probation, after plead ing to criminal mischief and grand larceny – both felonies,

in connection with 2020 inci dents in Ballston and Charlton.

Gary Mackenzie, 58, was sentenced Sept. 29 to 6 months’ incarcer ation and a 5-year term of pro bation, after pleading to felony criminal contempt in a 2021 incident in Providence.

SARATOGA COUNTY

SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Michael J. Scensny, 32, of Halfmoon, was charged with criminal pos session of a weapon in the third-degree, and unlawful possession of a large capacity ammunition feeding device, following an investigation of an alleged domestic incident Sept. 24 in Clifton Park. Scensny is prohibited from possessing a firearm due to a prior felony conviction, according to the sheriff’s office.

STATE POLICE

On Sept. 27, State Police arrested Jason M. Storms, 44, of Saratoga Springs on the charges of rape in the second-degree, criminal sexual act in the sec ond degree, and endangering

the welfare of a child. During the investigation, investigators identified a victim under the age of 15 who Storms alleg edly sexually assaulted years prior in Colonie. Storms was sent to the Albany County Correctional Facility in lieu of $10,000 cash, or a $25,000 bond.

On Sept. 25, at about 4:08 a.m. State Police of Clifton Park responded to the report of a two-car rollover crash on I-87 northbound in Halfmoon. The investigation deter mined an 18-year-old opera tor was traveling northbound on I-87 when they struck the rear of a vehicle being oper ated by Anjelica R. Espinoza Flores, 22, of San Antonio, Texas. Both vehicles rolled over multiple times, and both drivers were transported to Albany Medical Center for non-life-threatening injuries. An investigation determined both drivers were impaired at the time of the accident. They were arrested and issued tickets for DWI. Due to medical needs, they were

not processed at the time of arrest. I-87 northbound was shut down for a short period to clear the accident.

On Sept. 24, State Police of Wilton arrested Stacey L. Dressel, 41, of Corinth, on the charges of burglary in the seconddegree, and grand larceny in the third-degree. Troopers received a complaint that a vehicle had been stolen from a residence in Greenfield. The investigation determined Dressel entered the home without permission, took the keys to a vehicle in the drive way, and allegedly stole the

vehicle, which was recovered later that day in the village of Ballston Spa.

On Sept. 23, State Police arrested Eric W. Cerny, 65, of Greenfield, on the charges of reckless endangerment in the second-degree, and an environmental conservation law violation. An investiga tion determined Cerny dis charged multiple rounds from a rifle less than 200 feet from another home without that homeowner’s knowledge or permission. No one was hurt during the incident, and the firearm involved was seized.

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Letter TO THE EDITOR

Dismay with Commissioner of Accounts, Commissioner of Finance & Public Works Commissioner

Dear Saratoga County neighbors and Saratoga Springs City Council, I am writing to Saratoga Today to express my dismay with Dillon Moran, Commissioner of Accounts, Minita Sanghvi, Comm. of Finance and Jason Golub, Public Works Commissioner.

On 8/2/2022 The Aggressive Panhandling Ordinance was voted down 3 –2. The above 3 named voting against it. Mayor Ron Kim and James Montagnino, Commissioner of Public Safety, voting in favor. The aggressive panhandling ordinance was a measure that prohibits panhandling near an ATM, touching, and following people while asking for money. This ordinance, if passed, would increase the feeling of safety for our residents and visitors. As a recent victim of a non-violent crime, I do not understand how this could be voted down. Is the City Council trying to appease panhandlers? Is City Council trying to welcome even more crime onto our beautiful streets of downtown Saratoga and Broadway?

I especially have an issue with Jason Golub’s statement “You’re going to have a rich white lady who says that and a homeless person, so who are you going to believe?” This statement is offensive on so many levels. Where to begin...

As I previously stated, I have recently been a victim of a non-violent crime that took place in Saratoga Springs. I am a “white lady” that lives, works, and is raising my family. Is Mr. Golub suggesting that I, or that any “white lady” should not be believed when reporting a crime to the SSPD? Or is he suggesting that a “white lady” would exaggerate claims when victimized? Does he think that most white ladies are rich?

Secondly, this statement is racist. What does being white have to do with the validity of reporting a crime? According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2021, Saratoga County’s white population was 92.7%. Is Jason Golub suggesting that 92.7% of his constituents he represents are liars?

Thirdly, this statement is insinuating that the SSPD would not follow correct police procedures when a crime is reported by a “white, rich lady”. And that the SSPD is biased towards a person’s gender, race and financial status.

I believe that there is absolutely no room for racist and sexist comments from the SS City Council representatives and therefore Mr. Golub should apologize for his unfortunate remarks. As a taxpaying resident of Saratoga Springs I would also like to see the Aggressive Panhandling Ordinance vote revisited.

Respectfully, Adele Mazzotti

Congregation Shaara Tfille Hosts Bus Trip to see “Golden Leaf Ragtime Blues”

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Congregation Shaara Tfille and The Jewish Community Center of Saratoga Springs will be hosting a Bus Trip to the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre in Lenox, MA to see Shakespeare & Company’s “Golden Leaf Ragtime Blues,” followed by a talkback after the performance.

Held on Sunday, Oct. 23, the bus will depart at 11 a.m. sharp and return at approximately at 6 p.m. in front of Dick’s Sporting Goods at the Wilton Mall.

Arrangements can be made to

pick up those interested from the Albany area.

Sponsored by a generous grant from the Jewish Federation of Northeast New York, the cost is $36 per person which includes snacks on the bus and entrance to the play. All participants must show proof of Covid vaccinations and masks on the bus and in the theatre are optional. To make a reservation or more information, please contact Barbara Opitz at 518-428-2703 or barbaraopitz47@ gmail.com.

Native Plantings Presentation by Ballston Spa CCE Oct. 13

BALLSTON SPA —

The Ballston Spa House & Garden Club (BSH&GC) has announced Susan Beebe, Assistant Director of Ballston Spa Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE), is present ing a special hour-long program on Native Plants 5:30 p.m. Oct. 13 at the Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa.

Whether gardens and land scapes are full sun, sun / shade, full shade or a combination of both, there’s both art and science to incorporating plants native to the area, helping preserve and nurture pollinators.

“There are important reasons to use native plants,” said Susan Beebe, “but for many it’s also a new

aspect of gardening to learn. What to use and what not to use? How to naturalize a setting? How do I incorporate color from one season to another? And most of all, how do I find healthy native plants?!” Susan Beebe is Assistant Director of Ballston Spa CCE, as well as Agricultural Program Leader for the region. BSH&GC is a notfor-profit organization dedicated to the love of gardening, the pro tection and conservation of natural resources, and the civic beautifica tion of the Village of Ballston Spa.

For more information on BSH&GC and for member ship opportunities, contact Club President Linda Fay Linda81650@ gmail.com.

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Community Open House & Pig Roast in Wilton

WILTON — The Wilton Volunteer Fire Department is staging a free community Open House and pig roast from 4:30-6:30 on Oct. 15. The event will take place at the fire station in Wilton, located at 270 Ballard Road.

Saratoga International Flavorfeast Returns on Saturday, Oct. 8

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The seventh annual Saratoga International Flavorfeast will take place 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8. The popular local food fes tival marks its returns after a twoyear pandemic hiatus.

During the event attendees may travel the streets of down town Saratoga Springs and expe rience a feast of flavors from around the globe while enjoy ing multi-cultural street perfor mances throughout the day.

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“Our inspiration for creat ing this event was to showcase the variety of restaurants we enjoy in this region and to highlight the tremendous skills of our local chefs,” event co-organizer Ashley Dingeman said, in a statement. “Fall is a beautiful time of year to walk the streets of Saratoga, and sample incredible tastes from local restaurants representing countries

from all around the world.”

Flavorfeast “passport-maps,” which display participating restau rants/businesses can be picked up in front of Fingerpaint Marketing on the corner of Broadway and Division Street, beginning at 11 a.m. on festival day.

Food samples will be available for $1 or $2. Participating venues include: Ben & Jerry’s, Boca Bistro, Brick at 2 West, Cantina, Cardona’s

Market Saratoga, Gaffney’s, Henry St. Taproom, Kaleidoscope Café, Karavalli, Saratoga Olive Oil Company, Solevo, Sushi Thai Garden, The District at 43 Phila, The Parting Glass, Trattoria Fortunata and West Avenue Chicken.

For a full list of participating restaurants, live entertainment, and more information go to www. saratogaflavorfeast.com. or call 518-365-3459.

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Enhancing Union Avenue - City to Host Public Information Meeting Oct. 12

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The City of Saratoga Springs is in the planning phase of a streetscape improvement proj ect to enhance Saratoga Springs’ signature street – Union Avenue - between East Avenue and Circular Street.

As such, city officials will be hosting an open house to pro vide background information and

context for the overall project as well as to request feedback from residents and neighbors on the existing corridor.

That public meeting will take place 6:30-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at Empire State College, 2 Union Ave.

The goals of the project are to connect Union Avenue to the pro posed NYSDOT improvements

on Union Avenue between East Avenue and Henning Street, improve pedestrian connectivity and walkability, create safe spaces to bike, and make a more wel coming street for all users while respecting the history and archi tecture of Union Avenue.

For additional information, contact the Mayor’s Office at 518587-3550 ext. 2520.

Bike Recycling Program Offered at Saratoga Springs Transfer Station

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

A bike recycling program is being offered at the Saratoga Springs transfer station in partnership with advocacy group Bikeatoga.

The designation of a bike recycling location at the facility allows Bikeatoga to rehab damaged or old bikes and repair them to ride as new. This prevents the bikes from being simply discarded into the metal recycling container.

“Partnering with Bikeatoga to provide this option to the public demonstrates a commitment to

sustainability and supporting our community bike enthusiasts,” said DPW Commissioner Golub, announcing the program on Sept. 30. “These bikes will avoid the metal scrap bin and instead be enjoyed for many more years.”

Volunteer mechanics will pick up bikes at the transfer station and bring them to the Bikeatoga workshop in the basement of St. Peter’s Church for repair. Although Bikeatoga’s “earn-a-bike” program has been temporarily suspended during the pandemic, Saratogians can still

adopt clean and refurbished bikes from the workshop free of charge. Twice a year, Bikeatoga sponsors Kids’ Bike Giveaways, where families can adopt a children’s bike and get a free helmet.

Anyone interested in volunteering, donating or recycling a bike, or adopting a free bike, can find more information at www.bikeatoga.org, or can email info@bikeatoga.org. The Saratoga Springs Transfer Station is located at 41 Weibel Ave. and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

SoBro Conservancy Launches Project to Beautify Gateway To South Broadway

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

SoBro Conservancy of Saratoga launched its first project on Sept. 29, focusing on the regreening of a former gas station site on South Broadway.

“A green space at this prom inent location will bring benefits - not only from the bees, but terflies, beetles, and birds it will attract, but also for the businesses of South Broadway, by creating a welcoming, pedestrian-friendly transition to the SoBro corridor,” said Tom Denny, who along with SoBro team members Johanna Garrison and former city Mayor Joanne Yepsen shared remarks during last week’s gathering.

The parcel was donated to SoBro Conservancy by the David Eshaghian family to honor the

memory of his mother. The prop erty sits at 209 South Broadway - adjacent to a Dunkin’ Donuts shop - and has been vacant for more than a decade.

Over the next several years, the regreening process will involve planning and design, an extensive soil improvement regi men, the installation of appro priate infrastructure, and diverse plantings that will mature into a pollinator-friendly habitat of native plants.

As the project unfolds, the planting of large-growing shade trees and smaller flowering trees, along with flowers, shrubs, and ground covers that will provide habitat and food sources for polli nators and songbirds will occupy the highly visible corner.

SoBro Conservancy of Saratoga supporters gather for the unveiling of a “coming soon” sign on South Broadway, Sept. 29, 2022. Photo: Leigha O’Connor.

Reimagining Wilton Mall with 382 Luxury Apartments & Townhomes

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

WILTON — A proposal ini tiated last year that would see the development of nearly 400 apart ments and townhouses alongside the Wilton Mall continues on its path forward.

The parties behind the development proposal recently launched the website “Reimagine Wilton Mall” that points to a detailed timeline of upcoming public meetings with local and regional officials for the purpose of seeking approval for the project.

The project, proposed by the Macerich Corporation and Paramount Development, includes 382 new “luxury, market-rate rental residences,” including both apart ments and townhomes, and will feature “premium resident ameni ties with a sophisticated design,” according to the companies.

“What we see in the Wilton Mall is something that’s got some momentum. We do really well around retail,” Tom Snell, a partner with Paramount Development, told Wilton town officials during a public meeting earlier this year, when Paramount announced its

plans to purchase two lots total ing just over 13-1/2 acres on the northeasterly side of the mall for the $100 million-plus project.

Santa Monica, California-based company Macerich has owned and operated the mall land since 2004. They own about 95 acres in all; JC Penney – owns just over two acres, and LBW Saratoga – occupied by BJ’s, owns just under four acres.

Paramount Development, based in Florida, has developed 200 rental apartment communi ties in dozens of states.

The potential project, which would be developed in two phases, would occur on the northeast side of the mall past Dick’s Sporting Goods, and see the removal of the former BonTon location, which closed in 2018. That was followed by the clo sure of Sears two years later.

At its peak in 2016, the mall generated about $95 million in sales. Figures provided by Wilton Mall Property Manager Mike Schafer earlier this year showed those figures were down to $55 million. “That’s about a $44 million sales tax loss with the retailers that we’ve lost,” Schafer said. “The sales in the mall dropped in half.” The addition of hundreds of residents

to a new space is being viewed as a catalyst for growth, he added.

An application for establish ing a Planned Unit Development District (PUDD) at the Wilton Mall to allow the development of 382 luxury rental residences was for warded for review to the Town of Wilton Planning Board. Upcoming meetings to discuss the project are anticipated to take place at the Wilton Planning Board meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 19, the Saratoga County Planning Board on Oct. 20, and at the Wilton Town Board meeting at 7 p.m. on Nov. 3. All meetings are open to the public.

Image depicting the Bon-Ton location at Wilton mall that would be demolished for the development of Phase One of the proposed project. Photo: reimaginewiltonmall.com.

Lieutenant’s PBA Announces Saratoga Springs 2021 Officer of The Year

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Officer Joseph Hughes was named 2021 Officer of the Year during a ceremony Sept. 27 with awardpresenters Chief Shane Crooks and the Lieutenant’s PBA.

Hughes was recognized for his near-10 years of service.

“He has proven himself to be an excellent role model and a hard worker, relied on by his supervisors to conduct thorough investigations, and plays an integral role in training many of our new officers,” according to a post by the Saratoga Springs Police Department congratulating Hughes.

Officer Joseph Hughes.

Photo provided.

Temple Sinai Community Places A Time Capsule

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Members of the Temple Sinai community were joined by reli gious school students and their families Oct. 2 to seal and place a time capsule on the synagogue grounds on Broadway.

According to the Hebrew lunar calendar, every 7 years is known as a shmita, or sab batical year. The cycle of Jewish time points to this year as a shmita year, a year of “release” and regeneration.

The cycle of shmita invites all to reflect, contemplate, and recharge every seven years, said Sylvia Bloom, the director of edu cation for the Temple Sinai reli gious school.

“In addition to all the chal lenges of COVID and this year’s hopeful emergence from its shadow, our Rabbis of 36 years will be retiring in December. It’s a good moment to take stock of who and where we are, and where we’d like to head as a commu nity,” said Bloom. Rabbis Jonathan Rubenstein and Linda Motzkin are retiring this year.

More than one dozen objects that represent something important from the past year, or something

individuals wish to release, were pre pared for the capsule. The goal is to capture this moment in time.

A community mosaic stepping stone just before being installed as a marker for the site of the capsule on Oct. 2, 2022. Photo by Super Source Media Studios.

Placement of the Temple Sinai Shmita Time Capsule in the temple garden on Oct. 2, 2022. Photo by Super Source Media Studios.

The Most Important Auto Insurance Number That You’re Not Thinking About

Let’s talk about insurance.

I know, it’s dry like an over cooked steak. I get it.

But it’s also important, and in my world it can be critical.

Today we’re not talking gen eral insurance, however; we’re talking SUM insurance.

Many of you have probably never heard this term before; and that’s generally good – it means you’ve never had to use it.

meant to step in if you are severely hurt in a car accident, but the other driver either has no insurance or (more likely) does not have adequate insurance coverage to protect/com pensate you.

by Scott M. Peterson, of D’Orazio Peterson for Saratoga TODAY

SUM stands for Supplementary Uninsured Motorist, and SUM insurance is a part of your auto insurance policy. SUM encompasses both UM (uninsured motorist) and UIM (underinsured motorist) and is

Here’s a fun fact: Everyone in New York has some minimum level of SUM coverage, which means the good news is that you already have some. The bad news is that the bare bones limits are $25,000 per policy, which is woefully inadequate.

Let’s look at a common sce nario in our practice: Person 1 – we’ll call her Jane – is driving down the street and is T-boned by Person 2 – we’ll call him John – at an intersection. Jane breaks her leg in two places, and in addition to requiring a substantial surgery, has a long recovery and is out of work for six months. Jane owns a suc cessful chiropractic business, and while she is able to get coverage during her absence, it costs her a substantial amount of money.

Jane comes to us for help, and one of the first things we do is investigate how much insurance John has to adequately compen sate Jane for her physical and eco nomic losses. Unfortunately, we learn early on that John has a min imum insurance policy, and only maintains $25,000 worth of liabil ity coverage. This is inadequate, but it is also relatively common.

From here, one of two sce narios will occur.

In scenario #1, Jane has the New York State minimum SUM coverage of $25,000. Because that amount is the same as the other driver’s insurance, Jane cannot make a claim and she is capped at recovering $25,000 from the other driver’s insurance company. In most instances this constitutes the entirety of Jane’s recovery, which does not even come close to making her whole.

In scenario #2, Jane has thought about SUM coverage, and has increased the coverage on her policy to $500,000. Now, once she has exhausted John’s cover age of $25,000, she can look to her own insurance carrier under the SUM portion of the policy. Jane can now obtain something close to a complete financial recovery for her injuries and losses as a result of the accident.

The kicker here – SUM cov erage is relatively cheap. Adding substantial coverage to a policy will cost, maybe, a few hundred dollars per year.

Our world deals with loss, assessment of fault, and risk man agement. Increasing SUM cov erage is something that anyone who owns a car can do, and it can make a significant difference if you find yourself severely injured in an automobile accident.

This is something that I talk about quite a bit, for good reason. This year alone I have had sev eral clients come to me following a very severe accident, only to find out that the other driver has mini mal coverage and, critically, that the client has minimal SUM cover age as well. It can be a very difficult conversation in cases involving severely injured individuals.

The takeaway for this week: talk with your insurance agent or go online and look at your policy. Increase your SUM limits as much as you are able. Like any insurance, hopefully you’ll never need it, but if you do, you’ll be glad you have it.

Coming next time: the other side of the coin – do you have enough coverage?

If you have questions about SUM coverage or injuries after an accident, give us a call. We’re always happy to chat. 518-3088339, www.doraziopeterson.com

Disclaimer: This column is meant for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or the basis for an attorneyclient relationship, which may only be achieved following consultation and execution of a formal engage ment agreement.

Candidate Debate for Saratoga County DA to Stage Oct. 11

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga TODAY will host a can didate debate on Oct. 11 at the Saratoga Springs City Center for the Saratoga County District Attorney race.

Both incumbent District Attorney Karen A. Heggen (Republican, Conservative par ties), and challenger Michael J. Phillips (Democratic, Justice & Public Safety parties) have agreed to participate in the debate, which will take place at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 11. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Election Day is Nov. 8 and marks the first contested race between candidates for the fouryear county district attorney term in several decades, according to officials at the Saratoga County Board of Elections.

Residents and voters inter ested in submitting potential questions to be asked during the debate, may do so via email at news@saratogapublishing.com

Some Key Upcoming Dates

Are you registered to vote?

An online tool hosted by the NYS Board of Elections allows residents to search for their voter registra tion status. That may be found at: voterlookup.elections.ny.gov.

If you need to register to vote, the deadline to do so is approach ing in October. There are vary ing deadlines in October for mail

registration, in-person registra tion, voter change-of-address, and absentee voting requests.

Important Dates, deadlines, poll locations, and downloadable voter registration applications all may be accessed by going to: www.saratogacountyny.gov/ departments/board-of-elections/.

Early Voting takes place Oct. 29 to Nov. 6.

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 8. Saratoga County

On the ballot for voters in the Saratoga region: Governor and Lt. Gov; Comptroller; Attorney General; U.S. Senator; State Supreme Court Justice; 20th Congressional District; 44th State Sen. District; 113th Assembly District; District Attorney; Treasurer; Family Court Judge.

Specific to the city of Saratoga Springs: An election to fill the remainder of the term for DPW Commissioner. That term goes through the calendar year 2023.

Registered Voters By The Numbers

There are just over 168,000 active registered voters in Saratoga County, according to the New York State Board of Elections. That party affiliation includes: just under 50,000 registered Democrats, just over 61,000 Republicans, and nearly 45,000 “blank” voters, as of the most recent filing on Feb. 21, 2022.

Pursuit Announces Chris Levy as New CEO

ALBANY — Pursuit, an Albany-based provider of alter native business financing, has recently announced Chris Levy as their new Chief Executive Officer after former CEO Patrick MacKrell’s retirement on Sept. 30. Chris Levy previously served as Executive Vice President and Chief

Operating Officer at Pursuit, where he headed all company operations, shaping policies, culture and growth.

After interning with Pursuit, Chris joined the team full-time in 2012 as an underwriter. Shortly after that, he was promoted to oversee the credit department and ultimately served as Chief Credit Officer. Chris’s

deep knowledge of SBA underwrit ing, credit, policy management, and team management has allowed him to continue to expand his role at Pursuit throughout his tenure. Chris oversaw Pursuit’s administration of the Paycheck Protection Program, which resulted in over 11,000 loan approvals for $780 million. Chris’s

leadership has resulted in thou sands of small businesses obtain ing financing to start and grow their operations.

Chris was a member of the Albany Business Review’s 40 Under 40 class in 2022 and received the Coleman Report 2019 SBA Emerging Lender of

the Year award. Chris holds a BS in Finance from the University of Maryland Robert H. Smith School of Business and received his Juris Doctor degree from Albany Law School. He is admitted to practice law in New York and New Jersey.

For more information about Pursuit visit pursuitlending.com.

Youth Helping Youth to Host Yard Sale to Benefit Charity

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Youth Helping Youth, or Youth2, is an organization that orchestrates collaboration between youth and adults to brainstorm and execute ideas to help their community. Youth2 allows young people to take part in direct social action, encour aging them to continue doing charity work well into adulthood. Youth2 donates grant money to fund both existing and newly-cre ated youth-led and youth-designed projects, helping citizens locally, nationally and globally.

On Friday, Oct. 14 Youth2 will be hosting a yard sale at 27 Excelsior Springs Ave. in Saratoga Springs. The sale will be open from Friday, Oct. 14 to Sunday, Oct. 16 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. On Sunday from 2-4 p.m., items are free or with donation. Youth2 will have medical, office and household supplies, musical items, travel aids, new Christmas and holiday fare, sports clothes and equipment, tools, purses,

hats, mittens, women’s and men’s clothing, baby items, bedding and more. Many items can be re-gifted and re-purposed.

Youth2 plans to give all pro ceeds from this event to the Brigid Alliance, the National Alliance on Mental Illness - a nationwide, grassroots mental health orga nization offering educational

programs and advocacy for indi viduals and families, New York State’s SNUG - a street outreach gun violence prevention program aimed at reducing and preventing shootings and gun violence and the Pitney Meadow Community Farm Trail.

For more information, visit: www.youthsquared.org.

Photo provided.

Saratoga Hospital Names New Administrative Director of HR Beech-Nut Distributes Food at “Beech-Nut Gives Back” Event

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Kathy LaFond has been pro moted to Administrative Director of Human Resources at Saratoga Hospital, a member of the Albany Med Health System. In her new role, she provides leadership to all areas of human resources and guidance to the directors of volun teer services and employee health and occupational medicine.

LaFond has nearly two decades of human resources experience, including more than eight years as Senior Director of Human Resources at Glens Falls Hospital, also a member of the Albany Med Health System. Most recently, she was Associate Director of Benefits and Compensation at Saratoga Hospital.

“Kathy has extensive experi ence overseeing critical HR func tions and a keen understanding of the challenges facing today’s hospitals,” Saratoga Hospital Executive Vice President Jeffrey Methven said. “Equally important, she shares our commitment to maintaining the supportive work environment that has long been a hallmark of Saratoga Hospital.”

LaFond has a bachelor’s degree from SUNY Empire State College, a Master’s in Human Resource Management from Stony Brook University, a certifi cate in human resource manage ment from Duke University, and a

certificate in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace from the University of South Florida.

She also holds two human resources professional certi fications: senior professional in human resources from the Human Resources Certification Institute and senior certified pro fessional from the Society for Human Resource Management.

LaFond, of Queensbury, is president of the Adirondack Human Resource Association and serves on the Adirondack Employee Assistance Program board, SaratogaWarren-Washington Workforce Development board, and Saratoga Regional YMCA human resources committee. She is a member of the Capital Region Human Resource Association and the Society for Human Resource Management.

AMSTERDAM —

On September 30, Beech-Nut Nutrition Company, an awardwinning baby and toddler food manufacturer, hosted its 6th annual “Beech-Nut Gives Back” drive-thru food distribution event for local families in need. The drive-thru event provides baby food, fresh produce and shelf-stable pantry items. They placed 1,015 boxes of food in the trunks of cars as traffic wound through the parking lot of the Amsterdam-based headquarters and manufacturing facility.

Boxes contained Beech-Nut jars, pouches, and Crispeas, as well as fresh fruits and vegetables

from regional farms includ ing Genecco Produce, Mancuso Marketing & Sales, Beak and Skiff Apple Orchards, and bread from Bimbo Bakeries. Additional shelfstable pantry items were donated by the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York.

Amanda Ettinger, Consumer Engagement Manager and cochair of Beech-Nut’s “Helping Hands” community-service ini tiatives, said, “This event is some thing our associates look forward to each year. As a company in the business of feeding young chil dren, we are committed to chal lenging the issue of food insecurity right here in our local community.

We appreciated the chance to come together as a Beech-Nut family to host this event.”

Since 1931, Beech-Nut® Nutrition Company has been a leader in the baby food category and is the #1 jarred baby food on the market. Beech-Nut oper ates a state-of-the-art LEED cer tified manufacturing facility in Amsterdam, New York where it produces a variety of organic and conventional certified baby and toddler foods. Beech-Nut is a sub sidiary of Hero AG of Lenzburg, Switzerland, a global leader in consumer goods and infant feed ing. For more information, visit www.beechnut.com.

Kathy LaFond. Photo provided.

Puzzles

Writing the Right Word by Dave Dowling

BALLSTON

Eric LaFlamme sold property at 15 Sherwood Park Dr to Matthew Lotano for $290,000

Nicholas Trotta sold property at 55 Westside Dr to Richard Dominy for $359,000.

Edward Lake sold property at 39 Lewis St to Nicholas Junkerman for $385,000.

Michaels and Larway Holdings LLC sold property at 5 Summerhill Dr to Katie Speanburg for $505,590.

MALTA

David Avenarius sold property at 136 Van Aernum Rd to Brieanna Hughes for $235,000

Stephanie Weissman sold property at 2 Wake Robin Rd to Christopher Coleman for $235,000

Too Ate Siix Limited sold property at 2425 Rt 9 to Eagle Associated of Niagara Frontier Inc for $230,000

Catherine Parry sold property at 64 Wake Robin Rd to Courtney Washington for $238,394.

Kyle Patterson sold property at 143 Arrow Wood Pl to Donna Wiseman for $251,000

SARATOGA

Jeff Gonyea sold property at 256 Evans St to Calvin Briggs for $282,500

Vincent Hill sold property at 1008 NYS Rt 29 to Elizabeth Harris for $3,250,000.

SARATOGA SPRINGS

Alexander Drambour sold property at 93 Trottingham Ct to Heather Chevalley for $192,500

Richard Butler sold property at 35 Dyer Switch Rd to Mark McDonald for $625,000

Dennis King sold property at 96 Catherine St to Denise Donlon for $335,000

Brendan Moran sold property at 5 Maxwell Dr to Thomas Barkley for $547,000

Patrick Mickenzie sold property at 139 Elm St to Griffin Doyle for $250,000.

Mary Evans sold property at 107 White St to Joseph Scotland for $750,000.

CRDN Properties Inc sold property at 110-114 Nelson Ave to ANW Holdings INC for $3,200,000

199 Milton Ave Assoc. LLC sold property at 11 Prospect Dr. to Cynthia OConnor for $350,000.

Piper DP Realty Inc sold property at 43 Phila St to Albany Sand Road LLC for $1,335,000.

Lucien Galarneau sold property at 109 Meadowbrook Rd to Edward Castellazzo for $492,000

WILTON

Viane Lizza sold property at 4 Sydney Hill Rd to Walter Kemp for $875,000.

William Morris sold property at 10 Colleen Ct to McPadden Builders LLC for $120,000

Frederick Bollman sold property at 849-851 Saratoga Rd to Zappone Property Management LLC for $925,000

Deanna Murray sold property at 7 Killarney Court to James Brophy for $475,000

Pamela Malone sold property at 274 Northern Pines Rd to Daniel Costello for $335,000.

Laurence Krisson sold property at 13 Wellington Dr to Elyse Iseman for $725,000

Sally Covell sold property at 576 Rt 9 to Rolland Hoag for $240,000

Daniel Deighan sold property at 7 Peabody Place to BGRS Relocation Inc for $455,000

13 Wellington Dr., Saratoga Springs

A SCHOOL BOARD DIVIDED

SRO’s Shot Down Again

their children’s schools.

The debate as to whether school resource officers belong in Saratoga’s schools, specifically their elementary schools, is seemingly unavoidable - the conversation has been had at every board of education meeting as of late. While this isn’t a new debate, it’s an important one and something that is on the forefront of district parent’s minds. At the last school board meeting, the Town of Wilton made a generous offer to ease the minds of parents that want a police presence at

Ray O’Connor, a representative of the Town of Wilton offered, on behalf of the town, to fund a fulltime SRO at Dorothy Nolan Elementary, which is located within Wilton’s limits. The town offered to pay the salary ($75,000 annually) for the next five years for an officer to be located at Dorothy Nolan - but ultimately the decision to add the SRO is up to the board of education. This offer echoes Saratoga’s Public Safety Commissioner James Montagnino’s statement last month that, “If tomorrow morning

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the board of education were to say, ‘We would like to have one or more additional school resource officers in any or all of the elementary schools,’ the Department of Public Safety would provide trained SRO’s regardless of the question of cost.”

With the town of Wilton and Saratoga both offering to pay for the SRO’s, budgetary concerns don’t seem to be what’s halting the employment of these trained officers. After Ray O’Connor’s offer, the board voted 5-4 in favor of ultimately delaying the decision to add SRO’s - that is at least until NYSIR, an insurance company for the district that provides

guidance about minimum requirements for school safety necessary to prevent legal liability, makes their recommendation later this month. Importantly, in a previous audit, NYSIR made a recommendation that Saratoga’s high school and middle school should employ an SRO, which was then obliged by the board.

Those against the recommendation, though, claim that SRO’s make the students more anxious and aware of potential violence, rather than giving them the feeling of security that the officer is intended to provide. They cite things like the “weapons

effect” a social phenomena where violence begets violence. Those in favor claim that SRO’s are trained personnel and provide a first line of defense, and that party politics nor ideology should get in the way of student safety, especially if the respective towns (Saratoga and Wilton) are offering to pay to fill the positions. However, if the last audit can be extrapolated here, NYSIR’s recommendation will ultimately trump the opinions of local parents and the school board will follow the insurance company’s advice. The next audit is later this month and will set the precedent moving forward.

Incentives Raised as SSCD Tries to Land More Bus Drivers

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

As the Saratoga Springs City School District continues to bat tle transportation staff short ages, the Board of Education and Superintendent Michael Patton have recently upped the ante for prospective employees. This includes an incentive to any dis trict employee who refers some one to a bus driving position - previously the referral based program was only open to those already working in transportation.

“When you think about what it takes logistically to plan routing close to 6,000 students a day, it’s an incredible effort that our transpor tation department does and when we’re down staff, obviously, that has an impact on the entire system,” said Superintendent Patton. The district has over 325 daily routes, which all need coverage on a daily basis.

To ensure the district can handle this demand, the Board of Education voted unanimously to double the monetary incentive it offers for referrals from $250 to $500 upon hiring. District work ers who refer a driver will receive $100 on the date the referred per son is hired and then an additional $400 after that driver has been on the job for six months. Currently, the district needs about 10 more

drivers, according to Patton.

To further this effort, driv ers who are willing to train new employees will receive an increase of $4 per hour, up from $2. And drivers who cover extracurricu lar activities (like sports games or transportation for school clubs) will also receive an additional $4 per hour. Entry level pay for both regular and substitute drivers is just over $21 per hour.

Photo provided.

Be Who You Are Day at Greenfield Elementary

GREENFIELD CENTER — Greenfield Elementary School hosted “Be Who You Are Day” last week, inspired by The New York Times bestselling author Todd Parr’s book.

Parr’s book titled “Be Who You Are” encourages children to be proud of their unique quali ties. Following this sentiment, Greenfield Elementary students completed projects, including drawing self portraits, to celebrate their individual traits.

For more visit facebook.com/ greenfieldelementaryschool.

“Jump Into Fall” with Waldorf & Pitney Meadows

SARATOGA — On Saturday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Waldorf School of Saratoga in collaboration with the Pitney Meadows Community Farm will be hosting their third annual “Jump Into Fall” event. This event is a family gathering that celebrates the season and raises money for the farm and the Waldorf School.

The day is chock-full of events like sheep shearing, a drum circle, a scavenger hunt around the farm, a hay jump, music and stories and many more interactive activities for children. Healthy snacks from some local restaurants will also be available. Admission is free, just pay to park. To learn more about the event or how to become a sponsor, visit: jumpintofallsaratoga.com.

The Pitney Meadows Community Farm’s mission is to celebrate and explore

Photo provided.

agricultural education, healthy food production and recreation. They offer a broad array of opportunities to engage with the land and the Saratoga community, including a community garden, a community supported agriculture program, education programs and an accessible trail system that is

open to visitors dawn to dusk. In addition, the farm donates more than 20,000 pounds of produce annually to food pantries and other social service organizations in the region.

For more information on Pitney Meadows, visit: www. pitneymeadowscommunityfarm.org.

Three Local Students Selected For NYSSMA All-State

Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Three dedicated Saratoga Springs High School musicians were selected as participants and/or alternates for the 2022 NYSSMA All-State Performing Ensemble in Rochester. These students were selected out of approximately 6,500 total All-State auditions across the state.

The Saratoga Springs High School musicians that were selected are: Andre CulpepperWehr (Jazz Vibraphone), Amelia Safran (Double Bass) and Evan Weatherwax (Tuba).

Students selected for a NYSSMA All-State ensemble suc cessfully performed a rigorous level 6 All-State audition at their local NYSSMA festival in the Spring. The students are invited

to rehearse on Dec. 1-3 with a per formance on Dec. 4, 2022, at the Eastman School of Music. This is one of the finest musical achieve ments and recognitions for a high school musician in New York State.

For more about Saratoga Springs School District visit www. saratogaschools.org.

Greenfield Elementary Kindergarten “Be Who You Are” self-portraits. Photo provided.

Happy Cupcake

A dream begins with buttercream

HIGH ROCK PARK

by Julia Howard for Saratoga TODAY

Photos provided.

When Karina Aycardi first visited the United States as an exchange student seven years ago, her English was limited. She recalls writing “Happy Cupcake” at the top of her mood board and decorating it with a rainbow—not knowing that one day these words would inspire the name of her future baking business.

Happy Cupcake began bringing a variety of creative and decadent cupcakes and brookies to the Saratoga Farmers’ Market on Saturdays this past spring.

“It’s a dream to have people come to me and purchase my items. I love talking with customers and all the details they share when they order their custom cakes,” says Karina Aycardi.

After receiving a degree in graphic design in Colombia in 2021, Aycardi moved to the U.S. with her husband and settled in Saratoga County.

With a life-long passion for baking and decorating cakes, Aycardi pursued a pop-up farmers’ market opportunity at June Farms. Within three days, Aycardi created a portfolio and built a website, and Happy Cupcake swiftly became a reality.

With baking experience and an eye for design, Aycardi has created six different made-fromscratch cakes and fourteen different buttercreams for her varieties of cupcakes. Her offerings include chocolate, vanilla, marble, coconut, orange cream, and carrot cupcakes topped with various whipped buttercreams and decorative candies.

“Cupcakes are so much fun,” says Aycardi. “They are versatile, not messy, and personal; a perfect serving to enjoy.”

While cupcake offerings are everchanging at Happy Cupcake, one consistent customer favorite is available every Saturday – the brookie; a cookie layered with a fudgy brownie coated with a chocolate swirl and topped with either M&Ms or peanut butter cups.

“Customers give me a lot of feedback, and my husband helps taste my experiments,” laughs Aycardi. Aycardi is learning to follow her passions as a Latin female business owner. “When I started the business, I told myself this is what I want to do, and I can do this,” says Aycardi.

You can find Happy Cupcake’s confections every Saturday through the end of October at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market. Custom cake and cupcake orders (with delivery options) can be placed online at happycupcakeny.com, on Instagram, or by email.

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is open Wednesdays from 3 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at High Rock Park. The farmers’ market will move to the Wilton Mall on November 5. Find us online at www.saratogafarmersmarket.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Orange Cream Cheese Frosting

INGREDIENTS:

INSTRUCTIONS

Add the butter into a large bowl and whip it with an electric mixer until it is light in color, fluffy, and doubled in size. This takes 5 -10 minutes. Add in the cream cheese and mix until fluffy for about 2 minutes. Sift in the powder sugar 1 cup at a time, and mix well until all combined. Then add the orange extract, orange zest, and food coloring and combine. Mix the frosting until it is

and

Karina Aycardi of Happy Cupcake

Recipe provided by Karina Aycardi, owner of Happy Cupcake

Happy Cupcake’s Brookie

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY

the temperature drops, it’s time to head to the kitchen to make a hearty, warming meal. Comfort food is all about hearty casseroles, soups, and warming stews. We love anything that gets slowcooked, roasted or baked for maximum coziness. This time of year brings back memories of growing up in an Italian/Irish household (passionate mix). My fondest childhood memories were of all of my Aunts and Uncles coming over with my cousins. The house was full of activity, laughter, and of course, tons of food. The women in our family would conjure up traditional family recipes for all of us to devour while the men in the family chatted about politics, sports, and general life issues. One of my mom’s precious cooking tools was the cast iron Dutch oven. I can recall the smells of sauce, stews, and soups being made in this versatile vessel. They were in every one of my friends’ kitchens also. It was one of my favorites as head dishwasher in the family because it was the easiest pot to clean since there was no soap used and just hot water and a stiff brush and you were done. When mom said to get the Dutch oven out of the cabinet and put it on the stove, we knew we were in for a great meal.

I have had many customers stop in and talk about how they love their Dutch ovens and how they use it for just about everything. A Dutch oven is the most versatile pot in your kitchen. A good Dutch oven is a kitchen essential, heavy and thick enough to conduct and retain heat and deep enough to handle large cuts of meat and quarts of cooking liquid. So many customers have discussed how they bake bread, make stews, or their favorite sauces or soups in their LeCreuset, Staub, Chantal, or Lodge Dutch

oven. Dutch ovens are tall, heavy pots with tightfitting lids. They are used primarily for slow-cooking methods such as braising and stewing. “Dutch oven” is the generic term for these pots. The often rustic, all-iron Dutch ovens can be used both on stove tops and in ovens, and some can be used over and under coals. The more stylish Dutch ovens specifically are known for their ability to go from the stove top--for quick starting techniques such as browning--straight into the oven for the longer cooking process.

At Compliments to the Chef, we carry an assortment of Dutch Ovens. Autumn is a perfect time to make your favorite hearty culinary delight. Stop by Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery Store located at 33 Railroad Place in Saratoga Springs for the tools that help you with your favorite recipes. Remember my Foodie Friends: “Life Happens in the Kitchen.”

Take Care, John & Paula

Chicken, Olive and Kale Stew

INGREDIENTS

• 1/8 teaspoon dried ginger

• 1/8 teaspoon turmeric

• 1/8 teaspoon cumin

• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 whole chicken, backbone removed and cut into pieces

• Olive oil

• 1 red onion, sliced

• 1 1/2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes

• Chicken stock

• 1 pound kale, chopped

• 1 cup pitted green olives

• 1 lemon, zested and juiced

• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, tarragon and dill, chopped

Lunch

INSTRUCTIONS

• Preheat oven to 375°F. Place the ginger, turmeric, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl and stir to combine. Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken pieces.

•Heat a Dutch oven pot over medium heat. Once the Dutch oven pot is hot, add enough olive oil to lightly coat the bottom. Sear the chicken in batches, placing the pieces skin side down in the pot. Cook on one side until it is browned and easily releases, about 5 minutes. Flip and cook on the other side, about 5 minutes longer. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside on a plate.

•Add the red onion to the pot and sauté until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add the potatoes and just enough chicken stock to cover. Arrange the chicken pieces on top of the potatoes, along with any accumulated juices. Cover pot with the lid and place in the preheated oven. Roast until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, about 30 minutes.

•Remove the pot from the oven and add the kale and olives. Stir to combine with the rest of the stew. Cover and return the pot to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.

•Remove from the oven and stir in the lemon juice. Season the broth to taste with additional salt and pepper if desired.

•Meanwhile, combine the lemon zest and herbs in a small bowl. Garnish the stew with the herb mixture right before serving.

Recipe courtesy of Lecreuset.com

This Week’s Events: October 7-13 family friendly

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7

Off The Northway Presentation and Book Signing

Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library 475 Moe Road in Clifton Park | 10:30 a.m. Local journalist Stephen Williams will talk about the long rollercoaster history of the dream, design, negotiations for, and construction of the $15 billion GlobalFoundries semiconductor facility in Malta. He will also sign copies of Off the Northway, a compilation of 83 articles written from 2005 through 2020 for the Daily Gazette in Schenectady, NY. The book will be available for purchase for $20 and is published by the Saratoga County History Center.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8

Defensive Driving Class

Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church

175 Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Save 10% on your base auto insurance for the next three years and receive up to four points off your driving record according to New York State Department of Motor Vehicle guidelines. Fee: $35 per person. Bring a friend fee is $30 each. Portion of fee goes to Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church. Registration is required and can be made by calling Ray Frankoski 518-286-3788. As we are social distancing, a mask is required if you are not vaccinated. Class size is limit.

The 2022 Showcase of Homes

Various locations, Saratoga County 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | October 8 - 9, & October 15 - 16 Tickets for the areas premiere new home tour are on sale now. Celebrating 26 years of exceptional homes. Tickets are available at all Adirondack Trust branch locations, Curtis Lumber in Ballston Spa, Saratoga National Bank on South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, and Roohan Realty on Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Tickets are available at any showcase home during the tour hours or can be purchased online at www. saratogashowcaseofhomes.com. Participating award-winning builders are Belmonte Builders, DSG Construction and Remodeling, Kodiak Construction, Peerless Builders, Trojanski Builders and Witt Construction. Unfortunately, due to material shortages, there are just 6 homes on tour this year so you can see them all in one day.

Bike Tour of the National Historic Landmark Saratoga Spa State Park

Meet at the front of SPAC School of the Arts 99 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Explore the historic development from 1910 to the present, highlighting its significant architecture and landscape. Bike along the old roads, carriage paths, and trolley lines to learn about the progressive

story of Saratoga Spa State Park. Bike tour will last approximately three hours and space is limited to 20. Tickets are $25 for SSPF Members and $30 for non-members and stroll passes will not be accepted. For more information or to purchase tickets to any upcoming events or Autumn Sunday Strolls, visit www.saratogapreservation.org, call 518-587-5030, or email Jacqueline Bunge, Events & Programs Coordinator, at jbunge@saratogapreservation.org.

Soup-to-Go and Bake Sale

Simpson United Methodist Church 1089 Rock City Rd, Rock City Falls | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. There will be a large variety of homemade soups for sale. Large family-sized container: $12 and medium-sized container: $7. There will also be many homemade baked goods for sale. Come early before all the goodies are sold out!

Fifth Annual Saratoga International Flavorfeast

Downtown Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

A celebration of the Saratoga region’s unique and diverse culinary scene. Held in the heart of Saratoga Springs, this fun-filled event includes $1 tastings of ethnic dishes at participating restaurants, multicultural street performances throughout the day, and more. Beginning at 11 a.m. you can pick up your Flavorfeast “passport-map” of participating restaurants and businesses in front of Fingerpaint Marketing, on the corner of Broadway and Division Street. This map will help you plan your day’s itinerary of travel to over a dozen destinations for $1 food samples of ethnic dishes from countries across the globe. For more information, go to www. saratogaflavorfeast.com or call 518-365-3459.

Free Lunch

The Malta Ridge United Methodist Church 729 Malta Avenue Extension, Malta Ridge 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | A soup and sandwich lunch will be served at no charge. All are welcome. For additional information or directions please call the Church at 518-581-0210.

Repair Café

Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs | Noon – 4 p.m.

Saratoga Springs Public Library and Sustainable Saratoga are excited to host our 8th Repair Café. We have coaches available to help you fix your lamps, small appliances, computers, leather, jewelry, or sew/hem your favorite item of clothes or beloved stuffed animal. www.facebook.com/ events/3219284815005996.

Buy Art 2 Save Farms

Historic Barn at Maple Ridge 172 State Route 372, Cambridge | Noon – 5 p.m. Landscapes for Landsake is the region’s largest art

buying event of the season and ASA’s largest fundraiser of the year. Admission is $10. Drop ins are welcome or you may reserve a time slot with an advanced ticket at www.agstewardship.org/events. The gallery is also open from 12 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, October 9 free of charge. Wine will be available by the glass on Saturday. The online sale will be available October 8-31 on www.LandscapesforLandsake.com. The website features elegantly designed collections from each artist, bios, videos and so much more, accessible from the comfort of your home.

Opening Reception

Saratoga Clay Arts Center’s Schacht Gallery, 167 Hayes Rd., Schuylerville | 5-7 p.m. | Waxing, Waning: Taylor Sijan & Mike Stumbras. Light refreshments will be served. Admission is free. Taylor Sijan will also be presenting a 1-day demonstration workshop exploring layered information on greenware on Saturday, October 8. Details available on our website www.saratogaclayarts.org.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9

The Way We Were” Car Show

Front St., Ballston Spa | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The fall favorite event typically draws over 400 show cars and organizers are anticipating a large turnout for the milestone 20-year anniversary of the show. In addition to all the cars and trucks, there will be food and merchandise vendors, a kid’s zone with a bounce house and activities, live music and a trophy presentation at the end of the day. The event is free to spectators. To learn more about the show, visit www.ballston.org.

Monthly Breakfast

Fish Creek Rod & Gun Club, 123 SR 32, Schuylerville | 8 – 11 a.m. Choose from regular or buckwheat pancakes, apple cinnamon pancakes, blueberry pancakes or French toast. Eggs to order, home fries, bacon or sausage, toast, coffee, and orange juice. Adults $10, Children $5.

Autumn Sunday Stroll

Meet at the Hathorn Spring at the NW corner of Putnam and Spring Streets, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. | “Down in the Valley: Exploring the Gut.” Stroll leader Alexandra Morgan will explore the area behind Broadway known as “The Gut,” which was home to many working class and Jewish families who provided important contributions to the community. For more information or to purchase tickets to any upcoming events, visit www.saratogapreservation.org, call 518-587-5030, or email Jacqueline Bunge, Events & Programs Coordinator, at jbunge@saratogapreservation.org.

Annual Apple Pie Social

The Wilton Heritage Society, 5 Parkhurst Rd., Wilton | 1 - 4 p.m. or until sold out. | This will be a curbside pick-up event. A generous slice of Apple Pie with cheddar cheese for only $5 per slice. Exact change is appreciated. Pies will be baked by Smith’s Orchard Bake Shop.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10

Leaf Scavenger Hunt

Congress Park, 268 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. – Noon. Hosted by Saratoga Springs Public Library, join us for an autumn tree identification program that will include a scavenger hunt in Congress Park! We will collect leaves and learn about the different trees that call the park home, then participate in a craft! Program best suitable for children ages 3–9. Please register with the Saratoga Springs Public Library at 518-584-7860, ext. 303.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11

College & Scholarship Essay Writing

Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 6 p.m. A drop-in workshop to develop ideas, learn how to use clear and persuasive language, write first drafts, and edits for your essay. Bring your essay questions and any drafts with you for review. For teens in grades 10 to 12. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

Auditions: A Christmas Story the Musical

Spa City Theatre, 615 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs | 5:30 - 8 p.m.

Great roles for both children and adults! Performers should prepare approximately 32 bars of a contemporary musical theatre song. Singing from the show is encouraged, but not required. Callbacks will be held by appointment on Thursday, Oct. 13. If cast, a tuition fee of $250 will be required for students to participate. Adult actors do not need to pay tuition. Scholarships available. Performances will take place Dec. 2 at 7 p.m., Dec. 3 at 2 and 7 p.m., Dec. 9 and 10 at 7 p.m., and Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. in our Black Box Theater at 615 Maple Ave.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12

Chicken & Biscuits Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Take out only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order. 518-584-2585. Menu: chicken & biscuits, mashed potatoes, vegetable, salad. Dinner for 2 / $30. (cash only).

Sewing Open House

The Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway | 7:30 a.m.

In partnership with Quilt North Guild, volunteers will help make quilts for veterans and those in nursing homes. More information about these volunteer opportunities may be found at www. galwaypubliclibrary.org or by calling 518-882-6385.

Backyard Composting Workshop

Saratoga Springs Public Library, Susman Room, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs | 6:30 p.m. Taught by Lenore and Jack Reber. Lenore and Jack Reber are retired teachers who taught special ed and fourth grade, and elementary and middle school English, respectively. They have been gardening and composting for 50 years and continue to be excited about them both. Free event.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13

Movie: Edward Scissorhands

Galway Public Library, 2112 East St, Galway | 6:15 to 8 p.m. The Teen Advisory Board of Galway Public Library presents a Halloween Movie Night. The movie will be shown, and popcorn provided. All teens are welcome. Registration and more information at 518-882-6385.

1st Annual Open House

Saratoga Children’s Theatre, 615 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs | 5:30 p.m. Join us in our new black box theatre and rehearsal space. The evening will include complimentary snacks and refreshments, a tour of our theatre, commentary from our staff, board members, and alumni, as well as a sneak peak into our upcoming production of Disney’s Descendants the Musical. The purpose of our open house is for the members that make up our community to better understand Saratoga Children’s theatre, the people that keep it going, and all that takes place before the curtain rises. Please RSVP with Caroline by Oct. 10, via email caroline@saratogachildrenstheatre.org.

Events upcoming

Fall Foliage Trip to Burlington, VT

On October 14 travelers can spend a day on their own in Burlington or choose to spend part of the day at the nearby Shelburne Museum and the remainder of the day in Burlington, home to the thriving arts scene, a sparkling waterfront, great shopping, and dining. The round-trip bus is $39. The bus trip including Shelburne Museum admission is $62. Contact the Saratoga Senior Center for more information or to reserve your spot at 518-584-1621.

Genealogy Talks

Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will offer a series of 4 genealogy talks in one day, Saturday, October, 15, featuring certified genealogist Nancy Loe, (via Zoom). 10 - 11 a.m. Beyond Ancestry: Essential Portals for Genealogy; 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Successful Genealogy Sources and Citations; 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. Discovering European Immigrant Ancestors; 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Picture This: Cataloging Digital Photos. Nancy E. Loe is a professional archivist and genealogist. Her website is www. sassyjanegenealogy.com. Call Ginny Humphrey, 518-885-9309 to register. $20 for members, $35 for non-members (includes new membership).

Jump Into Fall

Jump Into Fall with Pitney Meadows & the Waldorf School on Saturday, October 15, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Pitney Meadows Community Farm, 223 West Ave, Saratoga, Rain or Shine! Jump Into Fall is an outdoor celebration to benefit both the Waldorf School and Pitney Meadows Farm. Join us for

interactive activities for children, music & stories throughout the day, sheep shearing, felting, a drum circle, a scavenger hunt, hay jump and much more! Cider pressing and healthy snacks from local restaurants. Admission is FREE, just pay-to-park! $12 preregistration / $15 day of the event.

This Week’s Events: 229th Birthday Celebration Concert

Free Community Open House and Pig Roast

On October 15 from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. the Wilton Volunteer Fire Department located at 270 Ballard Road Fire station in Wilton invites the community for a free Pig Roast. Join us for our open house and touch a truck, see demos, and enjoy a free meal. Sign up on Facebook.

Travel with The Academy for Lifelong Learning to Spain

The Academy for Lifelong Learning invites you to a trip overview of its tour “Spain: A Treasure Chest of Wonders” at 1 p.m. Saturday, October 15 at Homewood Suites, 3368 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Explore one of Spain’s best kept secrets on this trip. A special bonus is an overnight in one of Spain’s paradors, a historic building transformed into a hotel. For more details, go to www. goedventures.com or contact goedventures@gmail.com.

Remembered

Geometries Artist Talk Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring St., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Remembered Geometries presents works based on traditional housetop quilt patterns. The technical use of fabrics and thread, color, line, and texture contribute to the overall complexity and magnetism of the exhibit. Van der Laan shares her craft with brilliant, sophisticated simplicity. For more information, visit springstreetgallerysaratoga.org or email springstreetgallerylist@ gmail.com.

The First Baptist Church of Saratoga Springs will be celebrating their 229th Birthday with an uplifting, musical experience by organist, Farrell Goehring on October 16 at 2 p.m. Music of J.S Bach, Mendelssohn and C.M. Widor and others will be featured. The church is located at 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs. Join us after the concert for cake, coffee, and fellowship. The concert will be presented without charge to the public. Donations toward the organ fund will be gratefully accepted. With your generous help, we will be able to continue to provide organ music for services, concerts, weddings, and funerals.

Fall Stop & Shop

Vendor and Craft Show

Held on October 22, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Wilton/ General Schuyler Rescue Squad Emergency Building on Route 29, outside of Schuylerville. Raffles, concessions and many vendors will be there. For further information and an application to rent a table, contact Jennie McReynolds at 518-338-2709 or by email jlt100211@yahoo.com.

A Bridal Affair

Network Saratoga presents A Bridle Affair Wedding Event at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, located at 191 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs on Sunday, Oct. 23 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. There will be a select group of vendors offering services and advice you need to plan all the details of your wedding day. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to see the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame’s newly renovated Hall of Fame Gallery event space. Enjoy food tastings, grand prizes and giveaways! Admission is complimentary. Engaged couples can register for the event at abridleaffairsaratoga. com. For more information call 518-365-3459.

A Guide to October Mischief

FESTIVALS, CORN MAZES, SPOOKY TOURS AND MORE

GREAT PUMPKIN CHALLENGE

Saratoga Bridges 22nd Annual Great Pumpkin Challenge will be held on October 15 at 9:30 a.m. at Columbia Pavilion in the Saratoga Spa State Park. 5K, 10K and Kids Fun Run (12 yrs. old and younger). Registration fee is $25. For more information, visit www.saratogabridges.org.

HOLLOWED HARVEST

Experience the spooky family-fun of Halloween at the Hollowed Harvest! The Hollowed Harvest brings to life more than 7,000 incredible Jack-O’-Lanterns creating stunning landscapes and larger-than-life displays designed to amaze audiences of all ages in a fun walkthrough experience! Alternatively, the Hollowed Harvest: Wicked Labyrinth features 1,000 intricately carved JackO’-Lanterns, a beloved fall tradition that’s sure to delight and surprise! Thursday through Sunday of each week through October, with additional dates added the week of Halloween. Show dates, times and ticket information are available HollowedHarvest.com.

HAUNTED CORN MAZE

Every twist and turn in the haunted corn maze will hold a new surprise for you. As you navigate your way through with just a flashlight to guide 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, and 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. The Haunted Corn Maze is open every Friday and Saturday night in October. Haunting is from Dusk until 10 p.m. (last ticket sold 9:15 p.m., no exceptions). For more info visit us on Facebook or on our website www.schuylerfarms.com.

ZOMBIE ZIPS

Mountain Ridge Adventure, 300 Weatherwax Rd., Schenectady 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 Mountain Ridge Adventure’s awesome Zip Line Park. The terror occurs every Friday and Saturday night in the month of October from 7-10 p.m. WARNING: This is not for kids or the faint of heart. For more information, visit mountainridgeadventure.com or Facebook.

NIGHTMARES AT LIBERTY RIDGE FARM

The Capital Region’s most terrifying haunted houses and mazes. At Nightmares at Liberty Ridge Farm, you will find 5 haunted attractions at one location. Each attraction is scarier

than the one before, and they’re sure to leave everyone who enters trembling with fear. Featuring: Farmers’ Haunted House, Field of Screams, Underground Tunnel, 3D McCobb Manor, and the Forest of Fear. Nightmares is open Saturdays in October with bonus Fridays on October 21 and 28. Last ticket sold at 9:45 p.m. Get your tickets at the gate or online at libertyridgefarmny.com/things-to-do/nightmares. Liberty Ridge Farm is located at 29 Bevis Rd., Schaghticoke.

FIELD OF HORRORS

Field of Horrors, located at 100 Farrell Rd., Troy, The Field of Horrors is BACK with a NEW ATTRACTION!

Come face the “Walking Trail of Terror” where you will creep into the sadistic slaughterhouse of a deranged madman, only to be led out deeper into the field where you may encounter vicious killers on the loose or even his victims! Get ready for more of the best scares in the Capital Region! We’re bigger, better and more frightening than ever before! The Field of Horrors has been voted the #1 Haunted Attraction in the Capital Region year after year. Not recommended for children under 10 years old. Strobe lights are in use throughout the premises. All fog machine liquid is water-based. We are not accessible to people with a disability. For times, and more information and frequently asked questions, visit fieldofhorrors.com.

HAUNTED HAYRIDE AND HAUNTED HOUSES

Double M Haunted Hayrides has been creating fear for over 30 years in Upstate New York! We are the Capital District’s #1 Haunted Attraction. The Haunted Hayrides operate on a reservation system. The haunted hayride lasts approximately 30-40 minutes. Your total time with the ride and walk-through attractions is roughly one hour. This year’s walk-through attractions include Brutality, Blood Moon Farm, The Last Inn, Fear All Year and Slaughter Swamp. Enjoy our midway Feartainment featuring interactive creatures, music, concession stand, souvenir stand, and photo booth. General admission, which includes all attractions, is $39.95. Double M is located at 678 Route 67 in Ballston Spa. For more information or to buy tickets, visit doublemhauntedhayrides.com.

FRIGHT FEST

Fright Fest is back and spookier than ever! Dare to enter the Halloween event of the season, featuring familyfriendly attractions during the day... and thrills once the sun goes down. Open until October 31. For days, times and ticket information, visit www.sixflags.com/ greatescape/events/fright-fest.

YADDO GARDEN GHOST TOURS

Yaddo Parking Lot, 312 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs 4 p.m. | Ghost tour drop-in tours of the Gardens at Yaddo are offered on Fridays and Sundays, through October 30, with

no tour on October 7. Tours are $10 per person. Cash or checks only. Docent-led ghost tours for private groups may be arranged by contacting Yaddo www.yaddo.org/yaddogardens/contact. Garden-only ghost tours include historic information about Yaddo, the gardens, and ghost sightings. Our Gardens are the only area open to the public. We ask that you respect the privacy of our artists in residence, and not go beyond the Gardens during your visit.

SARATOGA YMCA TRUNK OR TREAT

Get dressed up in your Halloween best and come to the YMCA located at 290 West Ave. in Saratoga Springs to enjoy some family fun at our 4th Annual Trunk or Treat family event. Members of the community, businesses, YMCA staff along with local police and fire will decorate their cars for a safe and accessible trick or treat experience for everyone. Free & open to the public! Decorate your trunk and bring candy to share with all our families who’ll be trunk or treating (families decorating their trunk are asked to provide their own candy). Please register in advance if you plan to decorate your trunk online or by calling 518-583-9622.

2022 SARATOGA FALL FESTIVAL

Saturday, October 22 from Noon – 4 p.m. and 6 - 8 p.m. in downtown Saratoga Springs. Children and their parents are welcome to dress up in costume and come trick or treating at participating businesses from noon – 4 p.m. There will be several other activities planned as well. The DBA is planning a mystery movie to be played at a TBD location downtown. In addition, the DBA is hosting a Great Saratoga Pumpkin Hunt that will run from October 15 - 30, 2022. This is a two-week scavenger hunt that will involve solving riddles and finding all the pumpkins hidden inside participating businesses in downtown Saratoga. The winner of the scavenger hunt will be announced on Halloween and receive a special prize. Learn more: www.saratogaspringsdowntown.com/ single-post/fall-fest-the-great-saratoga-pumpkin-hunt

SIGNATURE GHOST TOURS

OF THE CANFIELD CASINO

The Saratoga Springs History Museum, located at 1 East Congress St. The Canfield Casino in Congress Park, Saratoga Springs is hosting ghost tours of the Canfield Casino, Friday, October 28, 5 – 7 p.m. Tours last 1 hour and continue every 20 minutes with the last tour beginning at 6:40 p.m. The tour is not handicap accessible. Tours are led by guides who tell about their personal paranormal experiences and show actual evidence of ghosts in the Canfield Casino. The Canfield Casino was featured on Ghost Hunters in 2010 and on the Travel Channel’s America’s Most Terrifying places in 2019.Cost is $25 in advance. For more information, call 518-5846920 or www.saratogahistory.org/ghost-tour.

Home Made Theater Holds Open Auditions for “She Loves Me”

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Home Made Theater will host open auditions for their December production of She Loves Me, book by Joe Masteroff, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, and music by Jerry Bock.

The production will be directed and choreographed by Johnny Martinez, with musical direction

by Richard Cherry.

The auditions will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 11 and Wednesday, Oct. 12 starting at 6:30 at Home Made Theater’s headquarters at the Wilton Mall (near JC Penney).

The main cast consists of five men and two women ranging in ages from 20 to 65. There will also

Saratoga Jewish Community Arts Hosts Zoom Discussion of “The Bielski Brothers: Jerusalem in the Woods”

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Saratoga Jewish Community Arts presents a zoom discussion at 7 p.m. on Oct. 13 of “The Bielski Brothers: Jerusalem in the Woods,” a documentary by filmmaker Sharon Rennert, granddaughter of one brother, Tuvia Bielski.

There are several films and books about Jewish partisans in World War II, new ones come out every few years, and at least one commercial film (Defiance} addresses the story of the Bielski Brothers. This production is

distinct, as it is a historical film told by the third generation of the Bielskis from an exceptionally poi gnant and intimate perspective that entertains as well as enlightens.

“The Bielski Brothers: Jerusalem in the Woods,” produced for the History Channel, can be seen on a number of streaming services with subscriptions and in some library services. Registration is required for the Zoom discussion at sjca.sjcf@ gmail.com For more information, go to: www.saratogasinai.org, www. saratogajewishculturalfestival.org

be an ensemble consisting of both men and women of various ages.

The original Broadway pro duction opened in 1963 and there have been several revivals produced for the stage, as well as being the basis for the film You’ve Got Mail.

For the audition: prepare 16-32 bars of a song similar in style to the

show that showcases your voice. Bring your own sheet music in your key; a pianist will be provided. No a cappella singing. Wear or bring comfortable clothes and shoes that allow for movement for a brief cho reography audition. Bring a cur rent photo (cannot be returned) and a resume. Be prepared to list

all potential conflicts from the first rehearsal through closing (with the exception of Tech Week and per formances, conflicts can be worked around if known about in advance).

Rehearsals start Oct. 23 and performances are in December. For more information, go to: www.homemadetheater.org.

“SPAC in Conversation: Sylvie Bigar” on October 19

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Performing Arts Center announces that its popular Action Council fundraising event “SPAC in Conversation,” formerly known as the Lecture Luncheon, will return with acclaimed travel and food writer Sylvie Bigar. Moderated by SPAC President & CEO Elizabeth Sobol, the discus sion will explore Bigar’s upcoming memoir Cassoulet Confessions:

Food, France, Family and the Stew That Saved My Soul along with insights from her international travels and culinary adventures.

Slated for Wednesday, October 19 at the Spa Little Theatre and the Hall of Springs, the event is also highlighted by a lunch inspired by Bigar’s book and “French Market Place” shopping.

The schedule of events: Conversation with Sylvie Bigar,

Spa Little Theatre at 10 a.m.; Book Signing & Boutique Shopping, Hall of Springs at 11:30 a.m., and Luncheon, Hall of Springs at 12:30 p.m.

Cost to attend the fundraiser is $95 and includes admission to the discussion, Hall of Springs luncheon and the French Market Place shopping event. Tickets may be purchased at spac.org or by call ing at 518.584.9330, ext. 142.

Acclaimed Nashville Songwriter Performing at Caffe Lena Oct. 14

New Tang Exhibition Explores Human Fascination with Outer Space

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College announces the opening of a new exhibition, Parallax: Framing the Cosmos.

An opening reception takes place Saturday, Oct. 15, and the exhibition will be on view through June 19, 2023.

Dana Cooper, coming to Caffe Lena Friday, Oct. 14.

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Acclaimed Nashville Indie Folk/ Americana, singer/songwriter

Dana Cooper is making a stop in Saratoga Springs on his National CD Release Tour.

Cooper, whose years as a troubadour are measured by 28 albums and a collection of acco lades, will stage a show at Caffe Lena Oct. 14.

In September, he released a haunting version of the Hank Williams classic “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry” in Honor of Hank’s Birthday. His performance at Caffe Lena is anticipated to include some old favorites as well as current material from his newest release, “I Can Face the Truth.”

For more information, go to: caffelena.org.

The work on view spans cen turies, from an 1885 photograph of the constellation Cygnus to a 2022 Afrofuturist mixed-media collage by Alisa Sikelianos-Carter, and features textiles, prints, drawings, sculptures, paintings, and photog raphy, including a wealth of NASA press photographs and other work new to the Tang collection being exhibited for the first time.

Parallax explores outer space as a backdrop for understanding ourselves, interrogating both indi vidual quests for unique places in space and culturally specific myths, including the US nationalist fantasy of conquering the moon and stars on behalf of “all mankind.”

“Parallax presents scien tific images from over the cen turies alongside recent standout work by contemporary artists such as Lisa Beck, Vija Celmins, Giorgia Lupi, Josiah McElheny, Demetrius Oliver, Katie Paterson,

Dario Robleto, Carrie Schneider, and Alisa Sikelianos-Carter, to name a few,” said Dayton Director Ian Berry, in a statement. Berry is co-curator of the exhibition along with Tang Associate Curator Rebecca McNamara and Skidmore College Associate Professor of English Maggie Greaves. “This interdisciplinary approach is a hallmark of the Tang’s exhibition programming, which is powered by collaborations with Skidmore faculty like the wonderful poet and professor Maggie Greaves.”

“The term ‘parallax’ describes how an object appears to change position when viewed from differ ent vantage points,” McNamara said. “It is also a metaphor for how we relate to space and to one another here on Earth. The gallery is staged to encourage these ever-shifting per spectives, with artwork moving in and out of sightlines in unexpected ways as you walk around.”

At 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, the Tang’s popular Family Saturdays features a drop-in artmaking activity open to all during Skidmore College’s Celebration Weekend. Inspired by work on view in Parallax: Framing the Cosmos, participants are invited to create spirograph collages.

At 4 p.m., Associate Curator Rebecca McNamara leads a tour of Parallax: Framing the Cosmos, and at 5 p.m. a celebration of all fall exhibitions will take place, including Parallax: Framing the Cosmos, Where Words Falter: Art and Empathy, Lauren Kelley: Location Scouting, Cabinet of Queeriosities, and Lotus Shoes: Stories between Stitches.

All events are free and open to the public. For more informa tion, contact the Tang Visitors Services Desk at 518-580-8080 or tang@skidmore.edu, or visit tang. skidmore.edu.

NASA, 41-B Onboard Scene of EVA, 1984, color photograph, 7 5/8 x 9 1/8”, The Jack Shear Collection of Photography at the Tang Teaching Museum. Photo provided.

Surrender Day in Saratoga Oct. 17 at Fort Hardy Park Groundbreaking at Flat Rock

SCHUYLERVILLE —

The 245th anniversary of the Battles of Saratoga, America’s Turning Point, will be commem orated at 9:30 a.m. on Surrender Day - Monday, Oct. 17, in Schuylerville’s Fort Hardy Park, with artillery firings, sword sur render ceremony, and music.

Surrender Day commemo rates the victory of the American army of General Horatio Gates over British forces commanded by General John Burgoyne at Saratoga, New York, on Oct. 17, 1777. Surrender day is a part nership of the town of Saratoga, the village of Schuylerville, Saratoga County 250th American Revolution Commission, and Saratoga County History Center.

The ceremony is at Fort Hardy Park, the historical ground where the British forces surrendered and laid down their arms, bringing the Battles of Saratoga to an end.

The 45-minute event will feature British and American

re-enactors, cannon salutes, musical entertainment, and “13 Toasts” to the Victory at Saratoga. The celebration will be attended by students from Schuylerville elementary schools, who will present essays about the “turn ing point” of the American Revolution. State historian Devin Lander will deliver the keynote speech. Please bring your own chair and wear patriotic attire.

“Historians have always pointed to America’s Turning Point as being the most signifi cant in world history, as there was a transfer of territory so vast, and the influences were so farreaching,” says Saratoga Town Historian Sean Kelleher. “The Surrender at Saratoga launched two centuries of revolution else where. It ushered in the end of the British Empire and brought the United States of America to life. It is important that our com munity continue to recognize this important day in global history.”

Above: Flat Rock groundbreaking, Oct. 3, 2022. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

Left: Saratoga Springs plans for Flat Rock Park.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — A construction groundbreaking for the new Flat Rock Park, located adjacent to the Saratoga Springs City Center, was held Oct. 3.

When completed, Flat Rock Park will provide a new community gathering space downtown with a small outdoor amphitheater, pathway, sitting benches and picnic tables, said DPW Commissioner Jason Golub.

Notice of Annual Meeting of Plot Owners and/or Descendants of South Side Cemetery Association of Saratoga Springs on October 8, 2022 at 4:00 PM at VFW Post 420, 190 Excelsior Avenue Saratoga Springs, NY. For a list of burials and family names please visit our Facebook page or “Southside Cemetery of Saratoga Springs” on www.Findagrave.com. If you plan to attend please email SouthSideSaratoga@gmail.com. 09/23, 09/30, 10/7. 114504

Notice of formation of Miami Breeze Heating / Cooling llc. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/03/2022. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 101 4th St., Waterford, NY12188. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 2022. 114779

RELIEF 164 LLC Art of Org. filed with the SSNY on 09/09/2022. Office: SARATOGA County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, SAKIRALI SAIYAD 164 SARATOGA AVE, WATERFORD, NY, 12188. 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 2022. 114773

LEGAL NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LLC. Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: CNK Content Creators LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNYS) on 7/25/2022, pursuant to Section 203 of the New York Limited Liability Company Law. The company office is located in Saratoga County. The SSNYS has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNYS shall mail a copy of process to: CNK Content Creators LLC, 129 Brookline Road,

Ballston Spa, NY 12020. The purpose of the company is to engage in any lawful business for which LLCs may be organized under the New York LLC law, or any successor statute. 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 2022. 114743

ROOM FOR ACTIVITIES LLC

Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company. Articles of Organization for ROOM FOR ACTIVITIES LLC (LLC) were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on August 15, 2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at P.O. Box 2318, Wilton, NY 12831. LLC does not have specific date of Dissolution. Purpose: All legal purposes. Alan R. LeCours, Esq., P.O. Box 2318, Wilton, NY 12831. 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04, 11/11, 2022. 114735

Notice of formation of Horicon Solutions, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 08/08/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: address: 3035 State Route 50 #1039, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04, 11/11, 2022. 114729

Notice of formation of HERKENHAM LAW, PLLC. Articles of Organization were file with the NYS Department of State on 09/02/2022. The county within this state in which the office of the professional service limited liability company is to be located is Saratoga. The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the professional service limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the professional

service limited liability company served upon him or her is: 18 Division Street, Suite 306, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04, 11/11, 2022. 114660

Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company. The name of the limited liability company is: HIGH TECH HEALING, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the NYS Department of State on 09/23/2022. The county, within the state, in which the office of the limited liability company is to be located is SARATOGA. The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: HIGH TECH HEALING, LLC, PO BOX 46, CLIFTON PARK, NY 12065. The limited liability company designates the following as its registered agent upon whom process against it may be served within the State of New York is: DANIEL J. PERSING, HERZOG LAW FIRM, P.C., 7 SOUTHWOODS BLVD., ALBANY, NY 12211. The limited liability company is to be managed by one or more members. The purpose of the limited liability company is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized. 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04, 11/11. 114654

Notice of formation of Strategic Training Concepts, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York on 9/20/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. NYS Secretary of State is designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at 8 Turner Drive, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. Purpose: any

lawful purpose. 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04. 114635

Notice of formation of Ranger Objective, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York on 9/20/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. NYS Secretary of State is designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at 1 Maxwell Drive, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04. 114629

Notice of formation of Main Mill Group, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York on 9/20/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. NYS Secretary of State is designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at 31 Wedgewood Way, Porter Corners, New York 12859. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04. 114623

Notice of Qualification of Xchange Re Underwriting Agency LLC. Authority filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/15/2022. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to: Harker & Associates, PLLC, 36 Long Alley, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04. 114616

Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company. Name of the LLC is: GROW FARMS, LLC Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on September 20, 2022. Office Location: Post Office Box 11043 State Route 40, Easton, NY 12154. Under section 203 of the

Limited Liability Company Law The

secretary of state is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address within or without this state to which the secretary of state shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: 13 Anthony Lane, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the LLCL. 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04. 114606

Notice of qualification of Raise Your Glass Bar LLC. Application of Authority filed with NY Secretary of State on September 1, 2022. Office location: Saratoga County. Designated agent: Corporation Service Company is designated as agent upon whom process may be served. Please mail service of process to Corporation Service Company @ 80 State Street, Albany, NY 12207. Purpose: any lawful. 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04. 114586

Notice of qualification of Charleia’s Crumb Cakery LLC. Application of Authority filed with NY Secretary of State on July 5, 2022. Office location: Saratoga County. Designated agent: Corporation Service Company is designated as agent upon whom process may be served. Please mail service of process to Corporation Service Company @ 80 State Street, Albany, NY 12207. Purpose: any lawful. 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04. 114580

Notice of formation of Tantra Rising LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 8/17/2022. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 26 Fairway Blvd., Gansevoort NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04. 114560

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION

OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY PURSUANT TO NEW YORK LIMITED LIABILITY

COMPANY LAW SECTION

206(c) The name of the Limited Liability Company is MAL’S PALS DAYCARE LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the New York Secretary of State (NYSOS) on August 24, 2022. The Company maintains an office located in 29 Nolan Road, South Glens Falls, Saratoga County, New York 12803. NY SOS has been designated as an agent for service of process against the company and NYSOS shall mail process to MAL’S PALS DAYCARE LLC, c/o Mallory L. Normandin, 29 Nolan Road, South Glens Falls, New York 12803. The business purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which a limited liability company may be formed. 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28. 114538

Notice of formation of Lunch-Thyme, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/16/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 166 Kingsley Rd Burnt Hills NY 12027. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28. 114525

Notice of formation of The Hive 518, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/28/2022. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 6 CLARK ST, MIDDLE GROVE NY 12850.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28. 114513

Notice of formation of Adirondack THC, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/23/2022. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 6 CLARK ST, MIDDLE GROVE NY 12850.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28. 114507

Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC)

name of the LLC is 565 Route 9P, LLC The Articles of Organization were filed with the NY Secretary of State on September 15, 2022. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. The office of the LLC is to be located in Saratoga County. The Secretary of State is designated as the agent of the LLC upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The address of which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is 3 Wood Duck Place, Mechanicville, New York 12118. 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28. 114498

Notice of formation of Truliance LLC. Articles of Organization filed with New York State Dept. of State on 09/08/2022. The County within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is located in is Saratoga. The Secretary of State is designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process to is the limited liability company at 7 Christina Ct., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, USA. Company is organized for conducting any lawful business for which limited liability companies may be organized under the laws of the state of New York. 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28. 114492

Notice of formation of NashCo LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 08/31/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 8 Dutch Lane Mechanicville NY 12118. Purpose: Technology Consulting. 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28. 114466

Marge Holdings LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 07/19/2022. Office located in Saratoga County and the Secretary of State has been designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. The Post Office address which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process is 1382 Hermance Road, Galway, NY 12074. Marge Holdings LLC is engaged in any lawful business activity. 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28. 114451

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

The name of the Limited Liability Company is Decker Masonry LLC (hereinafter referred to as the “Company”). The Articles of Organization of the Company

were filed with the New York State Secretary of State on September 12, 2022. The County within New York in which the office of the Company is to be located is Saratoga. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent upon whom process against the Company may be served. The post office address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process is c/o LLC, 599 Grand Avenue, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. The purpose of the business of the Company is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the Limited Liability Company Law. 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28. 114436

Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company. Name: HH Managing Member, LLC (“LLC”). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (“SSNY”) on September 9, 2022. NY office location: Saratoga County. The SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to HH Managing Member, LLC, 235 Bear Hill Road, Suite 400, Waltham, MA 02451. Purpose/character of LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21. 114404

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: DARK 617, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 06/23/2022 Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, PO Box 332, Mechanicville, NY 12118. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21. 114398

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: ADVANCED DATA DEVICES, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 02/15/2022. Office location: Albany County. SSNY has been Designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 555 CLIFTON PARK CENTER RD., CLIFTON PARK, NY, 12065. Purpose: For Any lawful purpose. 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21. 114392

Notice of formation of Adirondack Illumination, LLC. Articles of organization filed with the State of New York on

September 8, 2022. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process may be served. A copy of the process can be mailed to the LLC at 142 West Milton Road #24, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21. 114386

Notice of Formation of Saratoga Website Designs LLC, a domestic limited liability company (LLC). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY on September 7, 2022. Office Location: Saratoga County. Principal business location: 138 Deer Run Dr., Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: website design service, and any other purpose. 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21. 114367

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LLC 1059 COUNTY ROUTE 70 LLC Art. Of Org. Filed with NYS Dept. of State 08/26/2022. Office location: Saratoga Co. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: The LLC, 1059 County Route 70, Stillwater, NY 12170. Any lawful purpose. 09/09, 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14. 114343

Notice of Formation of LLC. Articles of Organization for Eteannette Seymour LLC were filed with the Secretary of State of New York on August 31, 2022.

Office Located in 10 Underwood Drive, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866 in Saratoga County. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent upon which process may be served and a copy of process shall be mailed by the Secretary of State to the LLC at 10 Underwood Drive, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. Purpose: for any lawful activity for which limited liability companies may be formed under the law. 09/09, 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14. 114284

Notice of Formation of VS Saratoga Springs OPCO, LLC. App. for Auth. filed with SSNY on 8/29/2022. Office location: Saratoga Co. SSNY has been designated for service of process and shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to c/o ValStone Asset Mgmt., 260 E. Brown Ave., Ste 250, Birmingham, MI 48009. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. 09/09, 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14. 114278

Notice of formation of Orchard Lane Farm, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary

of State of NY (SSNY) on August 26, 2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Burke & Casserly, PC, 255 Washington Ave Ext, Suite 104, Albany, NY 12205. The purpose is to perform any lawful act or activity. 09/02, 09/09, 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07. 114240

Notice of formation of Orchard Lane Properties, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on August 26, 2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Burke & Casserly, PC, 255 Washington Ave Ext, Suite 104, Albany, NY 12205. The purpose is to perform any lawful act or activity. 09/02, 09/09, 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07. 114234

Notice of formation of Affirmation Threads LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 08/29/22 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of the process should be mailed to the LLC at: 1411 London Square Drive, Clifton Park, New York 12065.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/02, 09/09, 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07. 114226

Notice of formation of Yonder Pixels LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 08/16/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: PO Box 1367, 1764 Route 9, Halfmoon, NY 12065.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/02, 09/09, 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07. 114197

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: Rivington Insurance Services LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 06/06/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, PO Box 3646, Omaha, NE 68103-0646.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 09/02, 09/09, 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07. 114177

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19th Annual Morris Cup Judo Championship to Be Held on October 9

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Local Sports Season Udpates

Schuylerville Soccer Tops Hudson Falls

SCHUYLERVILLE —

BURNT HILLS —

On Sunday, October 9, the Jason Morris Judo Center will host the 19th annual Morris Cup Judo Championships after a 2 year hia tus. The tournament will be held at Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School and will feature over 500 of the best competitors in the Northeast US and Canada. The Judo action will start at 9:30 a.m. and continue nonstop until approx imately 8 p.m. The event will fea ture many local stars including Burnt Hills students and graduates, 2x Olympian, Nick Delpopolo, Kyle Tran and Randi and Dani Morris.

Judo has been an Olympic sport since 1964. It is the mostwidely practiced martial art in the

world. In its competitive form judo involves throws, pins, chokes and arm locks but no kicking or punching. Many of the skills developed in wrestling are incor porated by judo players. People who practice judo develop high levels of physical fitness, disci pline and an unshakeable respect for their opponents.

The Morris cup is the work of Jason Morris, a 4x Olympic competitor, 1992 Silver medalist and the USA’s 2008 Judo coach in Beijing. Jason is committed to growing the next generation of Judo champions through his own club and the state, national and international agencies with which he has become familiar.

On Monday, Oct. 3, the Schuylerville Black Horses trav eled to Hudson Falls to play under the lights at the newly renovated Moran-Derby Park. Schuylerville raced out to 6-0 halftime lead and saw the game out for the win. Sam Tyler led the Horses with 2 goals and an assist while Nate Lanfear also chipped in 2 goals. Shawn Thompson scored

for the Tigers on a well placed shot that beat Griffin Brophy. Owen Sullivan, Alex Renner, Ashton Morris, Corey Cotrell and Griffin Brophy all logged assists for Schuylerville. The shots on goal totaled 10 to 2 in favor of the Horses. This result improves Schuylerville’s record to 6-1-1 in league play, 7-3-1 overall, while Hudson Falls still remains winless at 0-7.

Girls Volleyball: Saratoga Central Catholic Saints Shutout Cambridge

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

On Monday, October 3, the Saratoga Central Catholic girls volleyball team hosted Cambridge High School in what was a 3-0 sweep for the Saints. In game one, Saratoga took a commanding lead and never looked back, finish ing the game comfortably with a scoreline of 25-12. However, games two and three were much closer as Cambridge found their stride - but both games finished 25-19 in favor of the Saints.

Highlights for the Saints:

Arden Buhrmaster8 service points, 3 aces Gianna Fiordimondo - 7 digs Jacqueline Fornabia6 service points, 11 aces, 6 kills

Juliana Montanino11 service points, 2 kills

Rylee Cornell7 service points, 4 aces, 3 assist

Arianna Bennett - 3 kills, 4 assist

Highlights for Cambridge:

Gabby Fazioli6 service points, 4 aces, 5 kills

Alexis Olszewski - 5 aces, 2 kills MaryKate Lebarron - 2 aces, 11 assist

Albany Academy for Girls Sweeps the

at the Section

Girls Golf Individual Championship

REXFORD — On Monday, October 3, the Edison Club hosted the Section 2 Girls Golf Individual Championship. It was a one, two, three finish for the Albany Academy for Girls as they continue their remarkable string of results this fall season. Leading the field was Samantha Von Rohr, who shot a (-1) 71, the only girl in the field to shoot in the red figures. Close behind her was the 92nd New York State Women’s Amatuer Champion Kennedy Swedick who carded a 74. In third place was Nicole Criscone who signed for a three-over 75. The top nine indi viduals are listed below and have all qualified for the NYSPHSAA Girls Golf State Championships to be held June 3-5, 2023 at the Edison Club.

The Section 2 Team Championship will be held Sunday, October 9 at The Edison Club (12 p.m. shotgun start). The following teams qualified to com pete for the Team Championship: Albany Academy, Saratoga,

Guilderland, Shenendehowa, Shaker and Bethlehem.

Qualifiers – Samantha Von Rohr (Albany Academy) 71, Kennedy Swedick (Albany Academy) 74, Nicole Criscone (Albany Academy) 75, Hayden Knapp (South Glens Falls) 80, Jillian Rawson (Albany Academy for Girls) 80, Zorah Williams (Emma Willard) 80, Tekla FineLease (Queensbury) 81, Sienna Wheeler (Colonie) 83, Maria Jackson (Saratoga Springs) 83.

Other scores – Cambell Kennedy (Shenendehowa) 91, Dannah Smith (Schalmont) 91, Mollie Kortz (Johnstown) 92, Hanna Mitchell (Guilderland) 92, Megna Naidu (Guilderland) 93, Jane Fanning (Guilderland) 95, Sophia Jackson (Saratoga Springs) 95, Peyton Hoblock (Shaker) 97, Clare Cunningham (Shaker) 98, Ella Cotter (Greenville) 99, Bayley Duffy (Queensbury) 100, Lizzie Ryan (Albany Academy) 101, Lillie Junco (Voorheesville) 101, Skylar

Yeo (Shenendehowa) 102, Lilla Zeevalk (Shenendehowa) 105, Lily Gray (Bethlehem) 15, Colleen Carey (Academy of Holy Names)

106, Chloe Galvin (Duanesburg) 106, Sarah Byun (Shaker) 106, Mya Young (Bethlehem) 106, Hailey Drinon (Schoharie) 106, Sierra Borden (Saratoga Springs) 107, Morgan Hayden (Tamarac) 107, Taylor VanWie (Chatham) 109, Emily Landau (Saratoga

Springs) 110, Mairead Marsden (Broadalbin-Perth) 110, Elle Lyda (Bethlehem) 111, Emma Duval (Ballston Spa) 112, Isabella Petrocci (Mohonasen) 113, Sofia Heiser (Canajoharie) 115, Alexis Palmeri (Fort Plain) 116, Allie Zieker (Saratoga Springs) 117, Emily Shim (NiskayunaSchenectady) 119, Giayna Abel (Broadalbin-Perth) 129, Aubrey Nethaway (Amsterdam) 134.

Second place finisher Kennedy Swedick in action at McGregor Links in Saratoga this summer. Photos: New York State Golf Association

SPORTS AT A GLANCE

Football

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7

■ Saratoga Springs vs. Shaker

7 p.m. at Saratoga Springs High School

■ Ballston Spa vs. Averill Park

7 p.m. at Averill Park High School

■ Schuylerville vs. Mechanicville

7 p.m. at Schuylerville High School

■ Stillwater vs. Whitehall (Granville/Whitehall)

7 p.m. at Stillwater High School

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8

■ Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake vs. Amsterdam

1:30 p.m. at BH-BL High School

VolleyBall

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7

■ Saratoga Springs (Boys) vs. Shenendehowa

5:45 p.m. at Shenendehowa High School

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11

■ Saratoga Springs (Girls) vs. Shenendehowa

5:45 p.m. at Shenendehowa High School

■ Ballston Spa vs. Albany

5:45 p.m. at Ballston Spa High School

■ Schuylerville vs. Hudson Falls

6 p.m. at Schuylerville High School

■ Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake (Girls) vs. Guilderland

5:45 p.m. at BH-BL High School

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12

■ Saratoga Springs (Boys) vs. Niskayuna 5:45 p.m. at Niskayuna High School

■ Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake (Boys) vs. Shaker

5:45 p.m. at BH-BL High School

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13

VARISTY SPORTS SEASON SCHEDULE

Local league games & matches this week are as follows:

■ Ballston Spa (Girls) vs. Albany

4:15 p.m. at Ballston Spa High School

■ Schuylerville (Girls) vs. Amsterdam

4:30 p.m. at Turf Field - Lynch Middle School

■ Saratoga Springs (Girls) vs. Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake 5:45 p.m. at Saratoga Springs High School

■ Ballston Spa vs. Niskayuna 5:45 p.m. at Niskayuna High School

Soccer

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7

■ Schuylerville (Boys) vs. Glens Falls 4:30 p.m. at Morse Sports Complex

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8

■ Saratoga Springs (Boys) vs. Colonie 11 a.m. at Saratoga Springs High School

■ Saratoga Springs (Girls) vs. Colonie 11 a.m. at Colonie High School

■ Ballston Spa (Boys) vs. Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake 10 a.m. at BH-BL High School

■ Ballston Spa (Girls) vs. Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake 11 a.m. at Ballston Spa High School

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10

■ Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake (Boys) vs. Niskayuna 10 a.m. at Niskayuna High School

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11

■ Saratoga Springs (Boys) vs. Shenendehowa 4:15 p.m. at Saratoga Springs High School

■ Saratoga Springs (Girls) vs. Shenendehowa 4:15 p.m. at Shenendehowa High School

■ Ballston Spa (Boys) vs. Albany 7 p.m. at Albany Turf Stadium Field

■ Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake (Girls) vs. Guilderland

7 p.m. at BH-BL High School

■ Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake (Boys) vs. Guilderland

7 p.m. at Guilderland High School

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12

■ Ballston Spa (Girls) vs. Niskayuna

7 p.m. at Schenectady High School

■ Schuylerville (Boys) vs. Amsterdam

4:30 p.m. at Turf Field - Lynch Middle School

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13

■ Saratoga Springs (Boys) vs. Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake

7 p.m. at BH-BL High School

■ Saratoga Springs (Girls) vs. Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake

7 p.m. Saratoga Springs High School

■ Ballston Spa (Boys) vs. Niskayuna

4:15 p.m. at Ballston Spa High School

■ Schuylerville (Girls) vs. Scotia-Glenville

4:30 p.m. at Schuyler Park

Cross Country

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11

■ Saratoga Springs (Boys and Girls) vs. Ballston Spa, Guilderland, Shenendehowa

4:15 p.m. at Tawasentha Park

■ Schuylerville (Boys and Girls) vs. Hudson Falls, Queensbury, South Glens Falls

4:30 p.m. at Hudson Falls High School

*All information subject to change due to weather.

Fun And Games Puzzle Solutions

Schuylerville Hosts Annual

“Kickin’ Out Cancer” Games

SCHUYLERVILLE — On Tuesday, Oct. 4, the Schuylerville boys’ and girls’ soccer teams hosted Queensbury High School for their annual “Kickin’ Out Cancer” game that doubles as a fundraiser to help those affected by the disease.

This year, the funds were directed toward two long-time Schuylerville school employees. The event raised several thousand dollars.

The girls’ game featured two state-ranked teams in Schuylerville (ranked #6 in the Class B State

Photo Credit: Paul Rogan

rankings) and Queensbury (ranked #14 in the Class A State rankings). After a scoreless first half, Bayley Duffy scored two sec ond half goals to seal the victory for Queensbury. Schuylerville had previously beaten Queensbury

2-0. Schuylerville and Queensbury are now tied for first place in the Foothills Council with one loss each - only beaten by one another.

The Queensbury boys beat the Schuylerville Boys 1-0 on a fantas tic goal by Luke Eichen with one

minute left in the game. While the game was back and forth all night, Eichen’s effort solidified the win for Queensbury. Both teams are also battling for the Foothills Council championship and will most likely meet again later in the season.