Saratoga TODAY November 10 - 16, 2023 by Saratoga TODAY

LOCAL • INDEPENDENT • FREE Volume 17 • Issue 45 • November 10 – November 16, 2023 • saratogaTODAYnewspaper.com • 518- 581-2480

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NEWS / LETTER to the EDITOR

Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

No Street Parking in Wilton for Winter WILTON — Wilton’s winter parking laws will soon be in effect. According to a notice provided by the town, from November 15 until April 1, the

parking of vehicles is prohibited on all roads and highways in Wilton. Vehicles in violation of this law may be removed at the owner’s expense.

Gov. Hochul Announces Completion Of $5.7 Million Complete Streets Project In Saratoga Springs SARATOGA SPRINGS — Gov. Kathy Hochul on Oct. 31 announced the completion of a $5.7 million project that added a new sidewalk and bike lanes to Union Avenue in Saratoga Springs. The project, which also included the resurfacing of Union Avenue, enhances safety and improves bicyclist and pedestrian access to Saratoga Race Course as well as the city’s downtown business district. “The City of Saratoga Springs is one of Upstate New York’s must-see destinations and with these improvements we have made it easier for residents and visitors alike to explore its many charms without having to drive,” Hochul said, in

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a statement. “By expanding access for bicyclists and pedestrians across New York State, we can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions while also promoting healthier modes of travel and increased recreational opportunities and tourism, which benefits all of us.” The project, completed ahead of the anticipated April 2024 completion date, was planned and constructed to fulfill the goals of the New York State Department of Transportation’s “Complete Streets” initiative to consider safe, convenient access and mobility for roadway users of all ages and abilities. As part of the project, NYSDOT installed a new

sidewalk compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act on the north side of Union Avenue to connect Polk Avenue and the New York Racing Association Gate 16 with East Avenue. Five-foot-wide bike lanes were painted in both directions between East Avenue and Henning Road. An approximately threemile stretch of Union Avenue between East Avenue and the bridge over Saratoga Lake was also resurfaced and new drainage structures added between East Avenue and Henning Road to improve storm water runoff. Construction began in April of 2023 and was halted during the summer racing season to minimize traffic disruptions.

TO THE EDITOR

Shall we just sit back and watch the deterioration of yet another vacant Mall? Back in March 300+ apartments were proposed for a revitalization project at our dying Wilton Mall. The long process had gone through the different Boards in town and had finally landed on the Town Board’s agenda in the form of a Public Hearing. Most residents thought the idea of another use for our failing mall due mostly to online shopping, was a very smart move and a most welcome solution. In March three Town Board members, all firemen, disagreed out of hand without explanation. Is this a fire hazard? What is the alternative?

Shall we just sit back and watch the deterioration of yet another vacant Mall? Is there another project coming down the pike for which the Town Board thinks is a better use for that space? In our view the Board has made a monumental mistake. It has taken the power given to them by the people of Wilton and turned their own personal objections, whatever they might be, into a decision made by only them without consideration of the majority of people living in Wilton. Resident after resident made compelling points why this plan should proceed. Fast forward to October’s TB meeting where it was more of

the same. Noteworthy, not even a half hour before this project was presented in March did another come to the floor. This one is proposed for the area where the Christmas Gift Shop was, so just down the road on Route 50. Here we’ll have 3 separate buildings, each four stories high, with 390 high end apartments and there was not one objection from the Board. With this project over 30 acres of open space will need to be cleared to make way for the apartments. We can’t help but ask WHY?

- Joanne Klepetar. Town of Wilton

Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

NEWS

Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation Receives $30K Grant for Phila Street Rehab House SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation recently kicked off the final stretch to raise the remaining $100,000 for its Revive 65 Campaign. Matthew Veitch and Tara Gaston, Saratoga County Supervisors representing the city of Saratoga Springs, announced the county awarded the Foundation a $30,000 grant towards the rehabilitation of 65 Phila St. In addition, the Carruth Foundation offered a $35,000 matching gift to encourage others

to support reaching the goal. The long-neglected 1851 Alexander A. Patterson House had been on the Foundation’s endangered list for over 20 years and threatened by demolition. In 2021, the Foundation purchased it with the intent to stabilize the Italianate building, execute environmental abatement, and complete an exterior restoration. “As someone who was born and raised in Saratoga Springs, I understand the importance of preserving historic buildings. The building at 65 Phila Street Before and after – The 1851 Alexander A. Patterson House located at 65 Phila Street.

on the Foundation’s endan- scenes to plan the project and the Foundation needs help to Sustainable Saratoga’s was gered list for a long time. While raise necessary funds. The grant raise the remaining $100,000 by was board president, it was helps the Foundation begin the Dec.15 to underwrite the cost of Zero Waste Events Draw Ialways a strategic goal of mine final phase of the project. Over the labor and materials. to rehabilitate a building. I am the upcoming months, confrom the sale Hundreds of Participants glad to be able to provide this tractors and volunteers will of 65NetPhilaproceeds Street will go towards SARATOGA SPRINGS — A total of 241 vehicles attended Sustainable Saratoga’s annual Saratoga Recycles Day on Oct. 7, and two weeks later the organization collected 117 cubic yard boxes of paint from local residents and businesses during its annual Paint Collection Day. Recycles Day allowed persons to drop off household items for reuse and recycling by one or more of the eight participating organizations, including JGS Recycling, eLot, Saratoga Springs Lions Club, Wellspring, We Are Instrumental, Saratoga Children’s Literacy League, RISE, and American Clothing Company. Sustainable Saratoga was joined by 19 volunteers who

helped make the event a success. Paint Collection Day on Oct. 21 drew 853 cars to the event to drop off paint for recycling. Recycling is a much more sustainable and environmentally responsible option than sending these products to the landfill where they pollute soil and groundwater. During the event, GreenSheen collected 85,586 lbs. of latex, acrylic, and water-based coatings and 9,300 lbs. of oil-based coatings. Both Sustainable Saratoga events, Saratoga Recycles Day and Paint Collection Day, will continue to be offered annually. For more information visit https://sustainablesaratoga.org/ projects/zero-waste/.

grant for the rehabilitation at 65 Phila Street and help further their mission,” said Supervisor Matthew Veitch, in a statement. Since acquiring the house, work was done behind the

finish the porch restoration; install historic windows; complete siding repairs and painting; reinstall the historic front door; and develop a landscape plan. To accomplish these goals,

future community preservation projects. To learn more about this project and other initiatives from the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation, please visit saratogapreservation.org.

OBITUARIES

Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

Obituaries continue to page 6...

Theodore J. Zulkowski

POUGHKEEPSIE — Theodore J. Zulkowski, 104, a longtime resident of Poughkeepsie, NY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at The Lutheran Care Center in Poughkeepsie. Mr. Zulkowski was an Associate Mechanical Engineer at IBM in Poughkeepsie for 26 years retiring in 1978. Born on June 26, 1919 in Newark, NJ he was the son of the late John and Bertha (Krauze) Zulkowski. Mr. Zulkowski proudly served in the US Army Medical Corps. during World War II. On June 20, 1943 in Linden, NJ, he married Theresa Yeno who predeceased him on February 10, 2003. Mr. Zulkowski was a member of the Radio Amateur Club for 67 years and the Hudson Valley Contesters & DX Club in Kingston, NY. He was also a member of the QSY Club in Wappingers Falls.

Mr. Zulkowski is survived by two daughters, Carol Kurto and her husband, Peter, of Saratoga Springs, NY and Teresa Sullivan of Amenia. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Anne Patrice Sullivan, Elizabeth Rowen, Peter M. (Molly) Kurto II, Jeffrey (Heather) Kurto and Kathryn (April) Kurto. He is also survived by ten greatgrandchildren, Dusty Rowen, Synclaire Rowen, Max Kurto, Ella Kurto, Georgia Kurto, Peter. T. Kurto II, James Kurto, Tadeusz, Beatrice and Paxton Ruedakurto. Calling hours will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. on Friday, November 10, 2023 at the Hufcut Funeral Home, 3159 Route 22, Dover Plains, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 11, 2023 at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 62 Mill St., Dover Plains, NY. Burial with military honors will follow at St. Charles Cemetery in Dover Plains. Memorial contributions may be made to: Hudson Valley Honor Flight, P.O. Box 375, Walden, NY 12584 or www. hvhonor-flight.com or the LaGrange Fire District Rescue Squad, 504 Freedom Plains Rd. Poughkeepsie, NY 12603. For directions or to send a condolence, please visit www. hufcutfuneralhome.com

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William Benjamin Griffin II

Patricia “Patty” Ernst

ALBANY — William Benjamin Griffin II, aged 36, unexpectedly departed this world on Monday, November 6, 2023, at his residence in Albany. In accordance with the family’s wishes, there will be no calling hours or service held at this time. Please feel free to express your condolences at www.compassionate funeralcare.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Patricia “Patty” Ernst passed away on November 6. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Compassionate Funeral Care in Saratoga Springs. Family and friends may visit from 12 to 1 p.m. prior to the service. For condolences, visit www.compassionate funeralcare.com.

Mary Elizabeth Wilcox O’Connor

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Mary Elizabeth Wilcox O’Connor. Mary was born in the living room of her parent’s home in Saratoga Springs, one month before the attack on Pearl Harbor. The fifth child of seven, Saratoga Springs is the city she loved, and lived in, for her entire life. Mary passed away on November 6, 2023 on her 82nd birthday after a long illness. Mary suffered from a rare disease that occurs in only five people out of a million. It was a long, cruel struggle, but Mary’s positive outlook helped her, and her family, to endure the way it devastated her. Mary’s parents were Edward and Veronica (Baker) Wilcox of Saratoga Springs. She married her high school sweetheart, John, on July 1, 1961 at St. Clement’s Church. They recently celebrated their 62nd anniversary. This is not a story about someone who traveled the world

or had a PhD. This was a beloved wife, Mom, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother who loved her family and enjoyed spending all of her time with them. She warmly welcomed anyone, and her heart had room for everyone, especially children of all ages. Mary was the classmate you wanted to sit with in the high school cafeteria. The friend you could call anytime you needed to be uplifted, in mind and in spirit. You knew you would end her lively conversation feeling better. Mary was the mother of five who loved giving parties, sleepovers for grandchildren, and neighbors’ children. She had a strong, loving shoulder to cry on. Laughter was her only prescription. She taught many children to swim, even though she had a fear of the water after nearly drowning. Her day-care children had the best person to watch over them. They all learned what real love was at an early age. She had the very best parents to work for, and they all trusted her with their children, always showing their appreciation for her love, humor and free advice. Mary’s home was a happy place to visit. There was no pretending, no secrets. Mary always told it like it was. Funny stories were her specialty. Many wonderful stories that captivated those who listened attentively to every word. One of her favorite times of the year was Halloween, when she

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created her own costumes and made some for her children. She was a mummy, a Budweiser beer can (that she drew), a gorilla, and even masqueraded as a homeless man. Her creativeness sometimes got her into a bit of trouble, but she left behind some very memorable moments. Halloween was just the beginning of her agenda. Christmas shopping had already begun, menus were precisely prepared, and soon her famous Thanksgiving dinners, followed by her famous Christmas Eves. Those celebrations will never be the same without her joyful presence. Mary leaves behind her loving husband John, her wonderful children Lynn (Jack) Barney, Chris (Annette) O’Connor, Colleen (James) Landis, Dan (Maren Coniglione) O’Connor, their children; John Barney, Melissa (Logan) Cote, Andrew, Owen, William, Alex O’Connor, Joel, Elise, Adriel, Hana, Lydia, Ruth, Gail, Maggie, Rhoda, Sharon, George, Isaac Landis, and Ayla O’Connor. Mary was predeceased by her parents, her infant son Michael, siblings Eleanor, Wayne, Bob, and Lois Wilcox. She is survived by her sister Debbie and brother Gary, and many nieces and nephews. A funeral service took place Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at Compassionate Funeral Care, located at 402 Maple Ave. (Rte 9 and/or Marion Ave.), Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Visiting hours for friends and family were held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donations can be made to Wesley Health Care Center or Community Hospice. For online condolences, visit compassionatefuneralcare.com

Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

BLOTTER

SARATOGA COUNTY COURT

SARATOGA SPRINGS POLICE

and criminal possession of stolen property.

Messiah M. Bryan, 28, of Gloversville, pleaded Nov. 2 to failure to register or verify as a sex offender, charged May 2023 in Mechanicville. Sentencing Jan. 4.

James Purdy, 36, of Mechanicville, was charged Nov. 4 with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and failure to keep to the right.

Dominick Neglia, 45, of Ballston Spa, pleaded Nov. 2 to felony criminal mischief, charged August 2023 in Malta. Sentencing Jan. 4. Shannon M. Flavin, 36, of Mechanicville, pleaded Nov. 3 to felony DWI, charged March 2023 in Stillwater. Sentencing Jan. 17. Angel A. Gopi, 36, of Schenectady, pleaded Nov. 1 to criminal mischief in the third-degree. Sentencing is Jan. 3, 2024. John F. Lincoln-Lynch, 57, of Moreau, was sentenced Oct. 31 to 1 to 3 years in a state correctional facility after pleading to leaving the scene of an incident without reporting. The sentencing is in connection with a February 2022 hit-and-run crash in South Glens Falls that resulted in the death of South Glens Falls native Paul Trombley.

Matthew Benway, 23, of Queensbury, was charged Nov. 4 with criminal tampering, burglary, criminal mischief, and petit larceny. Angelina Gazzilo, 29, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Nov. 3 with failure to pay service. Jordan Michael, 38, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Nov. 3 with criminal mischief, and robbery. Ronald King, 63, of Milton, was charged Nov. 2 with criminal possession stolen drive, license restriction violation, and circumvent interlock. Ramir Clark, 32, of Albany, was charged Oct. 31 with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and an equipment violation. Charles Pavia, 33, of Schenectady, was charged Nov. 2 with petit larceny,

Daniel Gudar, 46, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Oct. 31 with criminal mischief. Jacob Stores, 22, of Halfmoon, was charged with assault in the second-degree. Bryan Brant, 31, of Latham, was charged with possession of a forged instrument in the second-degree. John-Thomas Hernandez, 27, of Troy, was charged with DWI. Kenneth Hunter, 34, of Saratoga Springs, was charged with aggravated family offense, and criminal contempt. Kathryn Fasano, 49, of Saratoga Springs, was charged with aggravated family offense, and aggravated criminal contempt. Dustin Quirion, 39, of Saratoga Springs, criminal possession of a controlled substance, criminal possession

5 of a narcotic drug, and criminal sale of a controlled substance.

NY STATE POLICE On Oct. 28, at about 2:17 a.m., State Police of Wilton stopped a vehicle on Ballard Road in Wilton for a Vehicle and Traffic Law violation. The driver was identified as William Mansfield, 20, of Gansevoort. Mansfield was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. He was transported to SP Wilton for processing, where he recorded a 0.19% BAC. Mansfield was issued tickets returnable to the Wilton Town Court and released to a sober third party. On Oct. 28, at about 10:10 p.m., State Police of Saratoga stopped a vehicle on Old Post Road in Malta, for a Vehicle and Traffic Law violation. The driver was identified as Francis P. Anzalone, 65, of Ballston Spa. Anzalone was arrested for Driving

While Intoxicated and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. He was transported to SP Saratoga for processing, where he recorded a 0.19% BAC. Anzalone was issued tickets returnable to the Malta Town Court and released. On Oct. 29, at about midnight, State Police of Saratoga were dispatched to the report of a suspicious person outside a vehicle in the area of East High Street in Malta. Troopers patrolled the area and located a vehicle matching the caller’s description driving on East High Street. The driver was identified as Melissa A. Rogers, 49, of Malta. Rogers was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. She was transported to SP Saratoga for processing, where she recorded a 0.19% BAC. Rogers was issued tickets returnable to the Malta Town Court and released to a sober third party.

OBITUARIES / NEWS BRIEFS

Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

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ARGYLE — Harold Marns passed away November 4 at Washington Center in Argyle. A celebration of life will take place on November 11, 2023, from 12 to 3 p.m. at the Kingsbury Baptist Church Parish House, located at 1790 Church Rd, Hudson Falls, NY 12839. For condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.

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Cooler Temps, Longer Hikes at Moreau Lake State Park

WILTON — Francis R. LaBrake peacefully passed away on October 31, 2023, at his residence in Wilton. A celebration of Fran’s life will be forthcoming. For condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.

Moreau Lake State Park. Photo by Bernie Fabry.

Rev. Dominic S. Ingemie

Gloria Goodrich

ALBANY — Rev. Dominic S. Ingemie, 82, a priest in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany, passed 10/19/2023. Reception of the Body was at St. Pius X Church, 9-11 a.m. 10/27/2023. Mass of Christian Burial was at 11am, entombment followed at St. Agnes Cemetery. Memorial donations to Catholic Charities of Albany or of Saratoga.

GREENFIELD CENTER — Gloria Goodrich, 78, of Greenfield Center, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 5, 2023. Calling hours are from 1 – 3 p.m. on Friday, November 10, 2023 at Burke Funeral Home followed by a funeral home service at 3 p.m. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

MOREAU — Moreau Lake State Park, located at 605 Old Saratoga Road in Gansevoort will host the following November events: Sunday, Nov. 12, 1 p.m.2:30 p.m. Gratitude Rocks! Join in the Nature Center to decorate small rocks to help us remember what we’re grateful for, as well as discussing how to make gratitude a habit. This program is for people of all ages and is an ideal family activity. The cost is $1 per child, $5 per adult (cash or check), payable at the office upon arrival. Registration is required at least 24 hours in advance, call 518-793-0511. Monday, Nov. 13, 1 p.m. Cottage Park hike. Join an educator-led hike on the Cottage Park trail. This is an out-andback, moderate rated hike of about 2 and a half miles. The cost is $5 each (cash or check), payable at the office upon arrival. Registration is required

at least 24 hours in advance, call 518-793-0511. Tuesday, Nov. 21, and Tuesday, Nov. 28, 12-2 p.m. Forest Bathing. Coined shinrin-yoku in Japan in the 1980’s, forest bathing is the ecotherapeutic practice of spending time immersed in nature, absorbing it with all of your senses. The physiological and psychological benefits last for days afterward with the additional benefit of a new appreciation of our precious woodland and its inhabitants. This is a beginner-rated walk along the Nature Trail with long pauses to sit and enhance our awareness of our surroundings and it is approximately a 2-hour program. A small mat is beneficial to ensure a dry seat. This program is limited to those age 14 and up. Pay $5 per person (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Registration is required at least 24 hours in advance, call 518-793-0511.

Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

Black Adirondackers Subject of New Book at Saratoga County History Center Nov. 19 BALLSTON SPA — Amy Godine, noted Saratoga Springs scholar, will discuss her newly released book, The Black Woods: Pursuing Racial Justice on the Adirondack Frontier, at the annual meeting of the Saratoga County History Center at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 19. The Black Woods chronicles the history of Black pioneers in New York’s northern wilderness. From the late 1840s into the 1860s, they migrated to the Adirondacks to build farms and to vote. On their new-worked land, they could meet the $250 property requirement New York’s constitution imposed on Black voters in 1821 and claim the rights of citizenship. The book, scheduled for release the preceding week by Cornell University Press, will be available for purchase that evening in the museum’s shop.

The Black Woods, a new book and a discussion Nov. 19.

Light refreshments will be served. Seating is limited to 75, reserve a at: brooksidemuseum. networkforgood.com/ events/63811-schc-annualmeeting-featuring-amy-godine The Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum is located at 21 Fairground Ave. in Ballston Spa.

Greenfield Illuminates in Green To Support Local Veterans GREENFIELD — In honor of the Veterans Day holiday, the Town of Greenfield is participating in Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwide effort created by the Association of Counties to support military veterans. The Town will illuminate its Town Hall building and its Veterans Park with green lights for the week of Veterans Day and through Nov. 12. “We thought it was too perfect for a town named Greenfield not to miss the chance to literally go green,” said Town Supervisor Kevin Veitch, in a statement. “We honor our hundreds of military veterans in our council room each month, when we pledge our allegiance to the United States flag alongside all the names of Greenfield veterans. Tying into this national effort was another way to draw attention to our respect for our hometown heroes.”

Greenfield goes green for Veterans Week. Photo provided.

Greenfield honors veterans with a memorial in its Town Council room and also has a centrally located ¼ acre park located on Route 9N called Veterans Park that features a flag, a monument and a gazebo. In addition,

the town recently held a Veterans Tournament at Brookhaven Golf Course and raised $5,778.60, which is being donated to the Saratoga Veterans Agency and the Albany VA Medical Center this week.

NEWS

Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

Veitch, Madigan Elected Saratoga Springs Supervisors; Board Of Supervisors Chair Kusnierz Voted Out by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

BALLSTON SPA — Matt Veitch and Michele Madigan were chosen by a majority of city voters to represent Saratoga Springs at the county level for the next two years. Veitch, running on the Republican and independent One Saratoga ballot line, was reelected with 36.4% of the vote to the city Supervisor seat he has held since 2008. Veitch will be joined by Madigan, who received 33.4% of the vote running on the Democratic and O.S line. She previously served as city Finance Commissioner for five two-year terms, from 2012-2021. Gordon Boyd (D, WF) finished just out of the running for the two available seats with 30.2% of the vote.

Michele Madigan. Photo provided.

In the last city race for the two Supervisor seats, held in November 2021, Democrat Tara Gaston (4,460) and Republican Matthew Veitch (4,334 votes) were elected. Democrat Shaun

Wiggins received 3,828 votes, and Republican John Safford – this year’s city mayoral winner – received 3,775 votes. The Board of Supervisors, comprised of 23 members, is the

Matt Veitch. Photo provided.

legislative and executive authority of county government. The Board meets monthly at the county complex in Ballston Spa and manages a $400 million annual budget. Each Supervisor has a weighted vote based on population. Each of Saratoga County’s 21 municipalities have at least one elected supervisor who represents them at the county level; Saratoga Springs and Clifton Park – the county’s highest populated municipalities, each have

two supervisors. Prior to this year’s Nov. 7 election, 21 of the 23 Supervisors were affiliated with the Republican Party, while 2 Supervisors were affiliated with the Democratic Party. Democrats added two additional seats as a result of Election Day’s five contested races. In Malta, Cynthia Young (D) defeated incumbent Mark Hammond (R,C), and Jessie Fish, Jr. (D, M.U.) secured threeof-every-four votes in besting incumbent Theodore Kusnierz, Jr. (R,C) in Moreau. In addition to representing Moreau as its supervisor, Kusnierz is currently serving his third one-year term as Chairman of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors. The Board Chair serves as the Parliamentarian to the Board of Supervisors and its presiding officer with the power to issue proclamations on behalf of the county as well as assigning member appointments to the county’s 12 Standing Committees. It is anticipated the incoming 2024 Board will select a new Chair at its annual Organizational Meeting in early January. In the other contested supervisor races in Saratoga County, incumbent John Lant (R, C) defeated Toni Sturm (D) in Wilton, and Ian Murray (R,C) won the town of Saratoga seat over challenger James Sullivan (D). Murray served as town supervisor since July, completing the term of the late Tom Wood.

NEWS

Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

A New Mayor for the Spa City: John Safford Wins Top Seat; Tim Coll Elected Public Safety Commissioner by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — A new mayor and a new public safety commissioner will be joined by three returning commissioners when the fivemember City Council convenes in 2024. “I pledge to work with everyone to advance the interests of our beautiful city,” said John Safford, shortly after declaring victory in the city mayoral race on Election Night. Safford, the Republican challenger, secured approximately 45% of the vote to emerge victorious over incumbent Mayor Ron Kim (D, WF) – who secured 38%, and Chris Mathiesen (One Saratoga) – who received 17%, according to the unofficial results reported by the Saratoga County Board of Elections. Safford will be the city’s first Republican mayor since Scott Johnson’s third term concluded in December 2013. Most of the 8,443 voters counted cast their ballots Tuesday beneath a heavy November sky that saw shafts of light trying to punch holes in a gun-metal gray drape of clouds, wind-blown leaves swirling like mad straphangers at rushhour, and an indecisive climate unsure whether to leap into winter, or quietly fall back. In the city of Saratoga Springs, there are just over 20,000 voters actively registered, with registered Democrats accounting for approximately 40% of voters, registered Republicans about 28%, and Blanks –those registered to vote but purposely unaffiliated with any party, counting for about 26.5%. The remaining 5.5% balance of voters are comprised of those registered with either the Conservative Party, Working Families Party, or a variety of independent lines. In actual numbers, Safford collected 580 more votes than Kim, as the results currently stand. Prior to the election, some Democrats expressed concern that Mathiesen – who previously sat at the council

John Safford. Photo provided.

table as a three-term Democrat Public Safety Commissioner – may secure some votes that otherwise would have gone to Kim. Mathiesen garnered a total of 1,420 votes in his mayoral bid. Safford previously worked for nearly 20 years as a professional managing agent to multiple Homeowners Associations and Condo boards and ran on a platform to “bring back civility to City Hall,” and “address homelessness with solutions that actually work.” In the contested race for Commissioner of Public Safety, Tim Coll - a registered Democrat running on the Republican and One Saratoga line, secured 49.2% of the vote, besting independent line candidate Kristen Dart (28.9%) and incumbent Democrat Commissioner Jim Montagnino (21.8%) for the seat. Coll is a retired former Special Agent of the FBI with 30 years of law enforcement experience. The new mayor and new public safety commissioner will start their two-year terms in January. The balance of the five-person council will be comprised of three returning sitting commissioners, all Democrats, and each of whom received more than 5,000 votes running unopposed this election year. They are: Jason Golub (Public Works), Dillon Moran (Accounts), and Minita Sanghvi (Finance).

Tim Coll. Photo provided.

NEWS

Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

Company Eyes 10 Acres on Route 9 for Brewery, Taproom and Eatery Opposite Saratoga Spa State Park; City to Meet Nov. 15 by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The city Land Use Boards will hold a joint meeting Nov. 15 regarding a Special Use Permit and Architectural Review of a proposal to site the micro-production of alcohol and a new eating and drinking establishment on a 10-acre parcel on South Broadway. The proposal for “Tree House Saratoga Springs” comes via the Tree House Brewing Company - founded in 2011 and currently operating six facilities – five in Massachusetts and a farm in Connecticut. According to the company, it is “the largest directto-consumer on-premises brewer in the country,” and says this proposed project will be their only expansion in New York. The land where Tree House would be located - 3376 Route 9/ South Broadway - is currently

vacant and from 1945 to 2013 operated as Murphy’s Driving Range and Mini-Golf. Today it is a mostly flat, open field with its immediate Route 9 facing neighbors being Saratoga Honda to the north, and Homewood Suites to the south. Current owners MCJack LLC, have contracted to sell the property to Treehouse Brewing Company (THBC NY, LLC,) of Charlton, Massachusetts. The project space is approximately 10 acres, and would encompass 4 structures, the largest being approximately 200 feet – by – 210-feet and rising to a height of about 30 feet. Plans call for a 22,680-square foot brewery and taproom building. The outdoor areas would include three pavilions, picnic tables, small gathering areas and walking paths. The project also calls for a 390-car parking lot, and a “beer to go” area for the pickup of

Watercolor rendering of the Tree House Brewing Company proposal in Saratoga Springs.

online orders. The company anticipates its siting would add more than 60 jobs of varying skill sets - production, restaurant and hospitality staff among them – and

estimates its economic impact to the region as $30 to $40 million based on siting a Saratoga Springs location, according to documents filed with the city. A joint Planning

Board-Design Review Board discussion is slated to take place at 6 p.m., on Wednesday, Nov. 15 at City Hall. A public hearing is anticipated to take place on or around Nov. 30.

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Jacobsen Rugs Celebrates 100th Anniversary

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ANNIVERSARY!

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by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — A century ago, Calvin Coolidge was president, the first pitch was thrown at Yankee Stadium, and a man named Charles “Jake” Jacobsen entered the rug business. Jacobsen Rugs celebrates its 100th anniversary in November. According to President Frank

Asef, a ribbon-cutting ceremony is in the works for the Jacobsen showroom at 543 Broadway in downtown Saratoga. The store’s entire inventory will be 35 percent off through December 16 to mark the occasion. Asef said that Saratoga customers favor traditional over modern rugs, especially designs from India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Afghanistan. “We

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get a lot of customers from Lake George. We sell a lot of the big sized rugs.” Although it’s been nearly 100 years since Jake Jacobsen founded the company, his memory still looms large over the current owners. “I love him,” Asef said of the company’s founder. “I didn’t get the chance to meet him but he is in my heart.” According to Jacobsen Rugs, founder “Jake” Jacobsen

served in World War I and met a superior officer who introduced him to Middle Eastern rugs. Upon returning home, Jake opened his first rug store in downtown Syracuse. Before long, duty called once again and he saw action in World War II. He fought in the Italian campaign, and was among the first Americans to enter liberated Rome. He first purchased Turkish rugs abroad in 1932, then later

journeyed across Europe and the Middle East to find more rugs to sell in the States. When abroad, he bought rugs directly from rugmakers. Over the last century, more than 100,000 handwoven rugs have been sold by Jacobsen Rugs. In 1990, the Saratoga location opened and has been selling rugs from around the world ever since. For more about Jacobsen Rugs visit jacobsenrugs.com.

VBC Holds Annual Breakfast by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Veterans Business Council held its annual breakfast on

November 1 in anticipation of Veterans Day. The keynote presentation was delivered by veteran Ryan Smithson. Smithson authored the memoir “Ghosts of War: The True Story of a

19-Year-Old GI.” Smithson is a SUNY Albany grad who spoke about the “transformative power of creativity.” More information about the VBC is available at www.saratoga.org.

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TOYS FOR TOGA RETURNS

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by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — 3,000 toys and $8,000. No, it’s not Santa’s workshop budget. These are the goals set for the 11th

annual Toys for Toga holiday drive. Now through December 10, new and unwrapped toys can be donated to more than 80 participating businesses in Saratoga County. 100 percent of the donations will be split

evenly between the Franklin Community Center, CAPTAIN Community Home Services, and the Mechanicville Area Community Services Center. For participating locations, visit www.toysfortoga.com.

Businesses Team Up to Host Free Italian Dinner for Veterans and Their Families: Nov. 16 SARATOGA SPRINGS — Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga (THS) has partnered with the American Legion Adirondack Post 70, Rosina Food Products, and The Bread Basket Bakery to offer Veterans a free Italian meal. In recognition of our Veterans and their invaluable service to our country, the special dinner event will take place at The American Legion

Adirondack Post 70 location on Thursday, Nov. 16 from 5-7 p.m. Veterans and their families are invited to enjoy a delicious Italian meal, provided by Rosina Food Products and complimented with salad and dessert platter from The Bread Basket Bakery. The American Legion of Saratoga is located at 34 West Ave, Saratoga Springs. This event is open to all

Veterans and their families in our community. Reservations are required, and space is limited. To register visit thsaratoga.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/thsaratoga/ eventRegistration.jsp?event=5& Representatives from THS will be providing information regarding their free Equine Therapy services offered to service members and their families year-round.

Office for Aging and Partners Bring Intergenerational Game Event to Saratoga County on November 17 SARATOGA SPRINGS — The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA), Ageless Innovation, and the Saratoga Senior Center are hosting a “Reach Out and Play” event, an intergenerational game day, at the Saratoga Senior Center on November 17 from 10:30 a.m. to Noon. Game play is fun for all generations. But the real wins are

overcoming social isolation (a leading public health concern), encouraging engagement for older adults, and getting generations together so they can learn from one another (and combat ageism in the process). Participants will be playing recently released and re-imagined classic board games from Ageless Innovation in partnership with Hasbro Toys. These

reimagined classics are designed with age-inclusive components, such as easy-to-grasp game pieces, increased font size, and trivia and references that cater to players of all ages. The Saratoga Senior Center is located at 290 West Ave., Ste 1, Saratoga Springs (attached to the YMCA). For questions about the event or to RSVP, call 518-584-1621.

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WEATHERING THE STORM: INVESTING IN VOLATILE MARKETS

by Stephen Kyne, CFP Sterling Manor Financial

for Saratoga TODAY Investing always come with uncertainty, but when markets become volatile, the stakes can feel higher than ever. Volatility refers to rapid price swings and uncertainty in the financial markets, often driven by economic, political, or social factors. While some investors might shy away from such unpredictable conditions, savvy individuals recognize that opportunities may lie within these tumultuous markets. Investing in volatile markets requires a different approach, but with the right strategies and

mindset, it can lead to significant gains. Before stepping into the world of investing in volatile markets, it is crucial to embrace and comprehend the nature of volatility itself. Volatility is a double-edged sword, capable of delivering high returns but potentially carrying substantial risks. Accepting that some level of uncertainty is inevitable will help you maintain a realistic perspective throughout your investment journey. Diversification is a timetested strategy that may cushion the impact of market volatility. Allocating your investments across different asset classes like stocks, bonds, real estate, and commodities helps spread the risks; losses in one area may be offset by gains in another. Diversifying across sectors, regions, and company sizes further manages exposure to specific risks. Investing in volatile markets requires a meticulous assessment of risks and rewards. Conducting fundamental and technical analysis of potential investments can be important. Scrutinize historical data, examine financial statements,

assess the overall market outlook, and closely follow geopolitical developments. By understanding the risks associated with each investment, you can make informed decisions that align with your risk tolerance and financial goals. Volatility tends to stir emotions, and reacting impulsively can be detrimental to long-term investment success. Stick to your investment plan and avoid making hasty decisions influenced by fear or greed. Volatile markets often provide short-term fluctuations, which do not necessarily affect an investment’s long-term potential. Staying disciplined, maintaining a

diversified portfolio, and focusing on solid fundamentals can help you navigate the stormy seas of volatile markets. Investing in volatile markets requires patience and a long-term perspective. Trying to time the market’s ups and downs is a risky endeavor. Instead, try to focus on quality investments with strong growth potential, even during periods of turbulence. By assessing the underlying fundamentals and opportunities within the market, investors can potentially take advantage of temporary market downturns to accumulate premium assets at discounted prices.

Investing in volatile markets can be overwhelming, especially for newcomers or individuals lacking expertise in financial markets. Seeking advice from a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Professional can provide valuable guidance and help finetune your investment strategies. These professionals can help assess your risk tolerance, provide personalized recommendations, and help you develop a resilient investment plan. Investing in volatile markets may seem intimidating or risky, but it can also present unique opportunities to grow your wealth. Remember, market volatility is an inherent characteristic of investing. By understanding the nature of volatility, diversifying your portfolio, conducting thorough risk assessments, staying disciplined, adopting a long-term perspective, and seeking professional guidance, you can work to navigate these turbulent waters. Stephen Kyne CFP® is a Partner at Sterling Manor Financial, LLC in Saratoga Springs. Securities offered through Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services offered through Sterling Manor Financial, LLC, or Cadaret Grant & Co., Inc., SEC registered investment advisors. Sterling Manor Financial and Cadaret, Grant are separate entities. 18 Division St, Ste 202, Saratoga Springs. 518-583-4040

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Deeds for Real Property Transfers in New York A Q&A for these important legal documents

by Matt Dorsey for Saratoga TODAY Everyone who has ever owned real estate has had a deed. They are undoubtedly one of the most common legal documents that lawyers draft. But what do you really know about deeds? What are the different types of deeds and why are the differences important? Here’s a set of questions and answers that can act as a primer on real estate deeds. In this discussion, I will use the term “grantor” to refer to the person giving the deed and the term “grantee” to refer to the person receiving the deed. In a basic real estate closing context, the seller would be the grantor and the buyer would be the grantee. What are the most common types of deeds? The most common types of deeds are warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, bargain and sale deeds, executor deeds, trustee deeds, life estate deeds, referee deeds, and tax foreclosure deeds.

What is a warranty deed? A warranty deed is the most common deed for real estate transfers in Upstate New York. With a warranty deed, the grantor is promising that they own the property and there are no title issues relating to property. If title issues later arise after the closing, the grantee would potentially have a legal right to compel the grantor to resolve those issues. What is a quitclaim deed? In a quitclaim deed, the grantor conveys whatever rights, if any, they have in the property to the grantee. Unlike a warranty deed, the grantor is not promising that they own the property and the grantor is not promising there are no title issues regarding the property. What is a bargain and sale deed? Bargain and sale deeds are more common downstate in real estate transfers. The bargain and sale deed is better than a quitclaim deed but not as good as a warranty deed. In a bargain and sale deed, the grantor is promising that they own the property and that they themselves have not done anything to impair the title to the property. They are not promising (as in a warranty deed) that there are no title issues with the property, in general. What is an executor’s deed? If someone dies and their Will is submitted to probate, then an executor of their estate is appointed. If the decedent owned property in their name at the time

of their death, then that real estate is now owned by their estate. If someone later buys that property from the estate, the executor signs an executor’s deed to convey the property. It is important to note that just because you are named as an executor in someone’s Will, you may not sign an executor’s deed. You need to have the decedent’s Will probated and receive your appointment from the Surrogates Court before you have the authority to sign an executor’s deed. What is a trustee’s deed? A trustee’s deed is signed when a trust owns the real estate. There are several kinds of trusts. Some trusts are created during the lifetime of a grantor and some trusts are created after the grantor’s death. It is important to review the trust agreement to ensure that the person signing the deed is named as trustee and authorized by the trust provisions to sell the property. If the trust was created in the grantor’s Will, it is important to make sure the Will was probated and the Surrogates Court appointed the named trustee. What is a life estate deed? I am using the shorthand “life estate deed” to describe the type of deed where the property is conveyed by the grantor to a grantee, but a life estate is retained by the grantor. This is common when a parent wants to deed their property to their children but wants to

maintain the right to live in their house until they die, which is accomplished by the reserved life estate right. Upon the death of the grantor, the grantee then has title to the property free of the grantor’s interest. In that case, no action is required in Surrogates Court to complete the transfer to the grantee. What is a referee’s deed? A referee’s deed is used when a property has been foreclosed on by a mortgage holder. In those cases, the court handling the foreclosure appoints a referee to handle the sale. The referee usually holds a sale at public auction and the highest bidder wins the opportunity to purchase the property. The buyer typically has to put a small deposit down on the date of the auction and then pay the balance of the purchase price in a certain number of days. What is a tax foreclosure deed? If a property owner does not pay their property taxes, the local municipality or county has the ability to foreclose their tax lien on the property and take title to it. This is usually done against all the delinquent properties in

the municipality or county at the same time, through a legal tax foreclosure proceeding. A public tax foreclosure auction is later held, where all the delinquent properties are sold to the highest bidder. A government official who is authorized to sign the tax foreclosure deeds will later sign the deeds to the winning bidders. The deeds listed above are not an exhaustive list of real property deeds in New York, but they are the most common. As you can see, there are a number of important differences with each deed, and a buyer has to be careful to understand exactly what they are getting when they purchase real property. In order to protect your interests, it is important to secure the services of an experienced attorney and title company to assist you when you make a real estate purchase. Matthew J. Dorsey, Esq. is a Shareholder with O’Connell and Aronowitz, 1 Court St, Saratoga Springs. Over his 26 years of practice, he has focused in the areas of elder law, estate planning, and estate administration. Mr. Dorsey can be reached at 518584-5205, mdorsey@oalaw.com and www.oalaw.com.

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WHAT IS A CHIROPRACTOR?

by Dr. Matt Smith, DC for Saratoga TODAY What is Chiropractic? Chiropractic is a health care profession that focuses on disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system, and the effects of these disorders on general health. Chiropractic services are used most often to treat common musculoskeletal complaints, including but not limited to back pain, neck pain, pain in the joints of the arms or legs, and headaches. Through their whole-person, patient-centered approach, doctors of chiropractic (DCs) elevate the health and wellness of their communities by helping people of all ages live more fully and actively.

Why Choose Chiropractic? Chiropractic is the thirdlargest primary health care profession, surpassed in number only by doctors of medicine and dentistry. Doctors of chiropractic treat about 35 million Americans annually. •DCs are licensed to practice in all 50 states and the District of Columbia–and in many nations around the world– and undergo a rigorous education in the healing sciences at institutions accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. •A growing list of research studies and reviews demonstrate that the services provided by chiropractic physicians are both safe and effective. The evidence strongly supports the natural, whole-body and cost-effective approach of chiropractic services for a variety of conditions. •Chiropractic services are included in most health insurance plans, including major medical plans, workers’ compensation, Medicare, some Medicaid plans, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plans for federal employees, among others. •Chiropractic is used extensively by amateur and professional athletes, professional dancers and others to prevent and treat injuries as well as achieve optimal health and functioning.

What is Spinal Manipulation? One of the most common and well-known therapeutic procedures performed by doctors of chiropractic is spinal manipulation (sometimes referred to as a “chiropractic adjustment”). The purpose of spinal manipulation is to restore joint mobility by manually applying a controlled force into joints that have become hypomobile – or restricted in their movement – as a result of a tissue injury. Tissue injury can be caused by a single traumatic event, such as improper lifting of a heavy object, or

through repetitive stresses, such as sitting in an awkward position with poor spinal posture for an extended period of time. In either case, injured tissues undergo physical and chemical changes that can cause inflammation, pain, and diminished function for an individual. Manipulation, or adjustment of the affected joint and tissues, restores mobility, thereby alleviating pain and muscle tightness, allowing tissues to heal. Chiropractic adjustment rarely causes discomfort. However, patients may sometimes experience mild soreness or aching following treatment (as with some forms of exercise) that usually resolves within 12 to 48 hours. Compared to other common treatments for pain, such as over-the-counter and prescription pain medications, chiropractic’s conservative approach offers a safe and effective option. What is a Doctor of Chiropractic? Doctors of Chiropractic (DCs) – often referred to as chiropractors or chiropractic physicians – practice a handson approach to health care that includes patient examination, diagnosis and treatment. Chiropractors have broad diagnostic skills and are also trained to recommend therapeutic and rehabilitative exercises, as well as to provide nutritional, dietary and lifestyle counseling. DCs may assess patients through clinical examination, laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging and other diagnostic interventions to determine

when chiropractic treatment is appropriate or when it is not appropriate. Chiropractors will readily refer patients to the appropriate health care provider when chiropractic care is not suitable for the patient’s condition, or the condition warrants co- management in conjunction with other health care providers. In many cases, such as lower back pain, chiropractic care may be a patient’s primary method of treatment. When other medical conditions exist, chiropractic services may complement or support medical treatment by relieving the musculoskeletal pain associated with the condition. Like their medical colleagues, chiropractors are subject to the boundaries established in state practice acts and are regulated by state licensing boards. Their education in four-year doctoral graduate school programs is nationally accredited through an agency that operates under the auspices of the U.S. Department of Education. After graduation, they must pass national board exams before obtaining a license to practice, and then must maintain their license annually by earning continuing education (CE) credits through state-approved CE programs. Dr. Matt Smith has been a Chiropractor in Saratoga Springs for the past 37 years. He and his daughter Dr. Kevy Smith Minouge can be reached at www. mysaratogachiropractor.com or call 518-587-2064.

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Kid-friendly Medical Professionals are a Gift “MOTHERING BOYS”

by Kate Morna Towne for Saratoga TODAY One thing that I’ve really come to appreciate more and more as my boys get bigger is how well those who work in pediatrics tend to be with their patients and their patients’ mothers (at least, this mother). The medical professionals who have cared for my kids over the years have been great at keeping me looped in, asking my thoughts, and respecting my experience, while also letting me know where I haven’t had the right perspective, needed to learn more, or just needed to calm down. This is a fine line to walk for medical professionals, in my opinion — how to be respectful of the rights and responsibilities of parents while also relying on one’s own medical education, training, and experience to properly treat little ones (and not-so-little ones, as in the case of my big boys). My gratitude for good pediatric medical professionals has been on my mind lately because one of my big boys was treated recently by those who don’t specialize in pediatrics, and while they did a fine technical job — for which I’m extremely grateful — my dealings with them emphasized what a gift those with a pediatric focus are for kids and their anxious mothers. These are some of the things that I find so comforting as a mom that those in pediatrics do really well: LISTEN TO ME I realize the child is the patient, and the older the child, the more he or she can speak for himself or herself. But also, I remember things the kids

don’t; I understand things the kids don’t; I spend a whole lot more time watching my kids than my kids spend watching themselves. Their story is not my story, but I’m a fairly omniscient narrator, especially with the very little ones. Doctors who take seriously my perspective, theories, thoughts, and concerns (or who make it look like they do!) make me feel like they’re taking my child’s health seriously. They also make me more likely to trust their advice. EXPLAIN THINGS I love that our pediatrician explains what he’s going to do before he does it and continues the explanation as he’s doing it. He talks to my sons, not to me, but loud enough for me to hear, which covers all the bases — things like, “Okay, I’m going to push hard on your belly now — it’s not going to tickle!” Additionally, the doctors and nurses are always really careful to fully explain next steps in the case of an ongoing medical issue (from a round of antibiotics to more involved treatments): how long, what to expect, what to do if something unexpected happens, and always a reminder that it’s perfectly fine to call the office with any questions or concerns at any time. (I have taken full advantage of that through the years!) KEEP THINGS KID-FRIENDLY On the one hand, it’s maybe a little unfair to expect those who work with children to always be good at being kidfriendly — I’ve always thought it’s a gift to be able to do so, and not a gift that I feel like I have, so I can appreciate that this could be a challenge for certain personalities that are otherwise really skilled at what they do. But our pediatric caregivers really try hard to ask my boys how life is going, engage in funny chitchat, and some are even really good at being a little goofy, all of which go a long way toward making kids and their moms feel comfortable. One of the doctors at our pediatrician’s office tells my boys to be sure not to take the princess stickers, since those are for him — my

boys crack up every single time he says it. The boy I mentioned earlier broke his leg at the end of the summer and had to have surgery, and was put in a long cast for six weeks, which made selfcare and mobility incredibly difficult for him and provided new challenges for my husband and I as his caretakers, for my parents, who were a huge help, and for our whole household. The surgical team did a fantastic job of fixing his leg, but it wasn’t a pediatric team, and while I saw several attempts at efforts to have a good bedside manner, I often felt worried, out of the loop, and confused about several parts of his care plan. I felt like I needed to speak up more as his advocate, because they weren’t considering things from a kid’s perspective and my son didn’t know how to speak up for himself or what to say, but also that my voice wasn’t as important to them as it always has been to our pediatrician. There were even some moments that I found to be really scary, but the need to reassure me and my son

in the ways I’ve become accustomed to at the pediatrician’s office didn’t seem to be high on anyone’s list. I suppose I’ll always feel like my kids’ doctors should be asking my thoughts, taking seriously my concerns, and making it look like the things I’m saying are helpful and relevant, even when my boys are well into adulthood. A mother is a mother forever, after all! And I certainly want good care for

them at all ages, whether or not that comes with a skilled bedside manner. I’m just so grateful for those who are really good at being the kind of medical caregivers that this mama wants for her children, and that I feel like I need in order to best take care of them. (We are happy patients of Community Care Pediatrics!) Kate and her husband have seven sons ages 19, 17, 15, 13, 11, 9, and 5. Email her at kmtowne23@gmail.com.

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

This week’s beautiful home at 116 Van Aernem Rd in Malta was listed by Fran Ryan from Roohan Realty and sold for $400,000

BALLSTON Michael McNamara sold property at 45 McLean St to Karen Marine for $363,000

Debra Larose sold property at 50 Lewis St to Robert Manderson for $280,000

CORINTH

Mark Concilla sold property at 7205 Waterview Dr to Stephanie Yanchinski for $1,100,000

Vincent Ferraro sold property at 24 Locust Rd to 24 Locust Spa LLC for $350,000

Charles Scully sold property at 57 Thoroughbred Dr to Shoshanna Miller for $665,000

Abbie Balbian sold property at 1102 West Galway Rd to Anni Balbian for $100,000

Dominick Audi sold property at 93 Wineberry Lane to Brian Kreis for $554,400

Carol Marx sold property at 102 Nelson Ave to Track View LLC for $800,000

Alline McLoughlin sold property at Barkersville Rd to David Zon for $188,000

Jason Peterson sold property at 137 Arrow Wood Pl to Robert Katzman for $300,000

Joseph Juracka sold property at 23 Winner Circle to Bridget Graham for $335,000

Malta Land Company LLC sold property at 11 Admirals Way to Peter Grigalus for $640,210

Michael Buckingham sold property at 3 Joshua Rd to Thomas Neri for $980,000

GREENFIELD Erich Aschmutat sold property at 290 Ballou Rd to Nicole Jesmain for $215,000

Michael Drake sold property at 5 Currie Ct to Kyle Palmeter for $255,000

Susan Wood sold property at 63 ½ Hamilton Ave to Erin Wentworth for $175,100

Edwartd Pigliavento sold property at 24 Arcadia Ct to Jacob Adler for $352,632

Kenneth Romano sold property at 6 Fuller Dr to Michelle Nicoll for $435,000

Traditional Homebuilders and Developers sold property at 37 Mallory Way to James Keppler for $698,271

GALWAY

Wilton Partners LLC sold property at Route 9 Wilton & Wilton Rd to Saratoga County for $463,452

William Arnold sold property at 6178 Fish House Rd to Patricia Parmer for $115,000

Steven Boneske sold property at 29 Frasier Rd to Michael Ballou for $370,000

Thomas Townson sold property at 531 North Creek Rd to Brendan Harmon for $430,000

MALTA Mary Murphy sold property at 17 Hillman Loop to Diane Clarke for $440,000 Connie Grimes trust sold property at 19 Kozy Lane to James Kennedy for $547,000

Timothy Kennedy sold property at 14 Riley Cove Rd to Kenneth Soltesz for $1,135,000

SARATOGA Jane Lee sold property at 25 Church St to Diana Nevins for $216,500

Nicholas Valenze sold property at 36 Ash St to Marcos Lopez for $600,000

WILTON William Dowd sold property at 181 Traver Rd to Kyle Roberts for $586,000.

SARATOGA SPRINGS

Suresh Lagalwar sold property at 73 Claire Pass to William King for $564,900

Noorasalma LLC sold property at 33 Karista Springs Dr to Shoshanna Miller for $392,000

Wilton Partners LLC sold property at Rt 9 Wilton to Saratoga County for $463,452

Peter Rosecrans sold property at 147 Church St to Ryan Celaj for $440,000

Forest Grove LLC sold property at 3 Ocala Court to Rohit Trehan for $84,898

Beechwood Saratoga LLC sold property at 5 Gregory Ct to Allen Blackburn for $3,696,811

Elisabeth Mahoney sold property at 16 Forest Way to Tehen for $366,000

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A SWEET ADDITION TO A FALL CELEBRATION Fall celebrations are a time to appreciate nature’s abundance before the earth enters its winter slumber. Live flowers and other natural elements on the wedding cake add an extra pop to the occasion. Because of Bread Basket Cake Shop’s established relationships with local florists, they have access to those special, fresh, high-quality blooms that are always appealing. Bread Basket Cake Shop serves up autumn by the slice with a cake menu that includes fall flavors like maple – a deliciously unexpected favorite – beautifully embellished with seasonal decorations. The wizards at Bread Basket Cake Shop also love getting creative with cake shapes, with cupcakes that have the same look and flavor as the wedding cake, unforgettable groom’s cakes, and customized cake pop favors. Wedding orders can combine Bread Basket Cake Shop goodies and Bread Basket Bakery offerings, and profits from both businesses are donated to fight food insecurity in the Greater Capital Region. The duo was voted the NUMBER ONE bakery in Saratoga TODAY’s 2023 Best Of Saratoga list and by joining forces, they can deliver a full, freshly-baked, dessert table for your guests that – in addition to cake products – could include pies, fruit tarts, cookies, brownie bites, and more. PLANNING THAT’S A CAKEWALK To seamlessly integrate the cake into your wedding planning, typically Bread Basket Cake Shop would start the conversation with couples several months before their big day. However, because they have excellent relationships with all the wedding venues in the region, they can happily work with almost all planning schedules - so contact them today to get the process started! Items needed for the display of the cake and its serving are available to rent from Bread Basket. They also provide top tier preservation instructions, giving couples the gift of enjoying a piece of their wedding cake as an anniversary treat - and experiencing those feelings of being loved and celebrated with each and every bite. For more information, find Bread Basket Cake Shop on Facebook, Instagram, and at saratogabreadbasket.com/cake-shop

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Say I Do Designs bar banner Photo by Collins Nai

Meet Heather Halloran…

Letting Bespoke Speak

Jodi & Heather Photo by Hannah Rosie Photography

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Designing LUXURIOUS, HIGH-END wedding stationery, signage, and stand-out walls became a passion for Heather Halloran in 2021, the same year she got married at Saratoga National. For her special day – the more unique, the better. Heather, the solopreneur of the full-service marketing and design company, The Social Breeze teamed up with business partner Jodi Hess, and the two founded Say I Do Designs to help others set themselves apart from the sea of weddings out there. Jodi and Heather are both area natives. Jodi’s father founded Digital XPress in 1989, so she grew up in the print business, learning as it evolves. “They have the capabilities to do anything under the sun when it comes to printing and build-outs,” said Heather.

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27 CURATED WITH THE GREATEST OF CARE You want your wedding to be an experience; full of meaning and passion, moments that take your breath away, and profoundly move your heart. Creating memories that you want to touch, see, feel, and engage with often after the big day takes consistent vision. “We maintain a cohesiveness, from the Save the Dates, to the day-of stationery, to the Thank You Notes so that everything flows,” said Heather. Creating beautiful conversation pieces that you’ll cherish forever (while also ensuring everything is exactly as you imagined it) requires a lot of communication, time, and dedication. “There’s no one who cares as much as we do that everything appears impeccable the day-of.” Tell Heather your love story, about your interests, the wedding vibe and décor, and she’ll create iconic designs that are truly meaningful to you. The bespoke quality will make an immediate and resounding impression on your guests and instantly set the tone for your wedding. Already a Saratoga Bride contributor, Say I Do Designs was also featured last fall in Brides for their showstopping champagne wall. “Our region does weddings and love like nowhere else in the Northeast,” said Heather. Say I Do Designs’ creative, opulent, and artistic designs, made of high-quality materials and luxurious embellishments, build a memory that feels as gorgeous as it looks. Say, “I Do” to the design that expresses your exclusive style, go to sayidodesigns.com

Say I Do Designs "Sealed with a spritz" wall. Photo by Collins Nai

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“ Wow!”

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ENCHANTING fairy lights magically climb the incredibly strong arctic spruce poles of TIPIS made to endure the fierce winds of the Nordic tundra. Without warning, high winds, sub-zero temperatures, rain, and snow can ruin an outdoor wedding in the Northeast. The Nordic Lapland’s tipi-style tents provide protection without compromise - any time of year. After operating in Europe for more than a decade, Event-in-a-Tent structures have finally made it overseas and are changing our notions of what (and when!) a tent event can be. “These are not what people normally think of when you say the word, ‘tipi,’” said Kenis Sweet. “When you want your wedding to look really cool and want guests to say, ‘Wow! This is really amazing!,’ these tipis are what you want.”

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SMOOTH SAILING Build the wedding you want with a blank canvas that adapts to your wildest desires. Outside, snow sheds off the tent’s towering 22’ peaks, while inside, gorgeous spruce tables and chairs seat 60+, and reclaimed wood benches and bars attractively anchor this unique party space. To complete the look you’re going for, additional décor elements, including lighting packages, dance flooring, a rustic canoe cooler, and hammocks, are also available from Event-in-a-Tent. “The tipis dress up so handsomely and have so much charm, character, and class. They really become beautiful,” said Sweet. Leave the side flaps down and enjoy the natural charm of your surroundings while keeping your guests comfy and warm in an intimately relaxing space. Want unparalleled ambiance? Add the flames of a glowing central fire pit and external propane heaters for tempting toasty temperatures. When beautiful weather is forecast, prop the sides up. For added event space, connect tipis together to lavishly host events for 300+ guests. Have the stylish wedding you’ve been dreaming of without the limitations indoor venues have. All you need is a flat space large enough for each 34 ft. diameter tipi (42 ft. diameter when fully open). Events held from October to March enjoy a 15% discount off rentals. For more information, follow Event-in-a-Tent on Facebook, Instagram, and go to event-in-a-tent.com

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Meet Caitlin Miller…

Captivating Chemistry WRITTEN BY MEGIN POTTER | PHOTOS PROVIDED

Her face radiates warmth and her eyes sparkle with humor. PHOTOGRAPHER CAITLIN MILLER’S upbeat personality puts everyone at ease so you can relax and have a good time at your wedding. “When I first walk into a room, I walk in with that big smile and excitement for the day and it makes a big difference,” said Caitlin. A natural at capturing candid moments, Caitlin, a 2011 graduate of the renowned Rhode Island School of Design, has photographed hundreds of couples and appeared on numerous “Best of” lists, both locally and in national industry favorites including WeddingWire.com.

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Caitlin has also been a regular contributor to Saratoga Bride for the past decade and a Mazzone Hospitality Creative Partner for the last six years. In addition to being a pleasure to work with, her photojournalistic style stands out because she sees what others might miss. During speeches, for example, after getting lots of shots of the speakers and the couple, Caitlin turns her camera around and finds the reactions and expressions in the crowd that really encapsulate the emotions those words evoke in guests. “I pay attention to the things other people don’t at that moment,” she said. “The bread and butter of my business is capturing those fun moments on the dance floor; the tears Dad gets in his eyes when he sees you for the first time - paying attention to the chemistry in the room and capturing it in the photos.” From the engagement shoot to the first look, the timelessly elegant formal portraits, all the way through to the wall art and print selection, hiring a quality photographer is an investment in your future that pays off every time you look at your wedding photos. Shot in a raw format, these initial images look nothing like the finished product because of Caitlin’s expert editing packages. These adjustments can include everything from basic color balancing to advanced retouching, exposure, and compositional changes. The final result is more than a record of the day’s events, it’s an amazing heirloom you’ll be proud to have in the family. For more information go to www.caitlinmillerphotography.com

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Kendall & Matt

WEDDING DATE September 30 LOCATION Hiland Park Country Club PHOTOGRAPHER Cheyanna de Nicola Photography VIDEOGRAPHER Behold Films WEDDING GOWN Essence of Australia purchased at Lily Saratoga ALTERATIONS: Mosca Alterations (WillFitUin) BRIDESMAIDS' DRESSES Styled by Lily - Dessy Collection HAIR LC Beauty Co. MAKEUP Amy Nicholas Makeup GROOM'S ATTIRE Waldorf Tuxedo RINGS Lily & David Jewelers FLOWERS Samantha Nass Floral Design RENTALS Total Events STATIONERY SUITE By the Bride CATERER Hiland Park Country Club CAKE Small cake by Market 32, Doughnuts by Cider Belly PARTY FAVORS Chocolate truffles by DeMarco Designs (Mother of the Bride) TRANSPORTATION Today’s Limousine DJ OR BAND Eric & Dillon of Experience Events FIRST DANCE "XO" by John Mayer HONEYMOON DESTINATION Napa & Yosemite National Park

special touches

• Rehearsal Dinner: Jacob & Anthony’s • Cold sparkler machines by Platinum Entertainment • We asked all guests to wear the color black, in addition to the black tie dress code. We were shocked when every single guest showed up in black! It looked so sleek: we had a black and white checkered dance floor, and blush pink provided a hint of color in the florals, bridesmaid dresses, satin napkins, and sweetheart table linen.

Our Story...

As the modern fairytale goes, Matt and I met on a dating app. From date one, we both had a feeling that it was going to be our last first date ever—and we were right! We grew up at opposite ends of the Capital Region, quickly realizing that we had probably crossed paths many times without knowing it. We made it on only a handful of dates before the pandemic started, which accelerated how fast we got to know each other, allowing lots of time for hiking in the Adirondacks. By the time the world opened up again, we were ready to take the next step! Matt’s proposal was perfectly romantic… after dinner at my favorite place, we went home to our new apartment we had just moved in to. He then led me into a candle-lit space with rose petals and photos of us all around, and our first-dance song playing magically in the background. We initially booked the National Museum of Dance in Saratoga for our wedding, but the venue had to cancel events after that. Luckily, we found another venue, but I was bummed I wouldn’t be a “Saratoga Bride” (aside from all my awesome Saratoga based vendors!) So, we decided to do it our own way--we had our first look and photos done on the grounds at the museum. Our officiant came and we legally got married outside -with our bridal party! Such a fun and special moment before we went to our “real” ceremony! The day was incredible, and we loved all our vendors!

• I am a designer, so I made all of our stationery, signs, etc. I created a logo that was present throughout the planning process, so all of the little wedding details that guests received by mail and saw on the wedding day were cohesive and branded (cocktail napkins, menu, DJ booth display, hotel welcome bags, favors, etc.).

advice

TO PASS ALONG... • If you are making anything yourself, do it as early as possible! Don’t wait until the month before, because other things will come up that take priority. • If there are any special (photo) moments you know you want to have, make a point to add it into the wedding day timeline. We had a couple quick five minute photo shoots with our photographer during transition times, which was nice because it gave us a few minutes together without all of the guests, as well as a memorable photo set!

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WEDDING DATE October 15 LOCATION The Sablewood PHOTOGRAPHER JB Photography WEDDING GOWN Martina Liana purchased at Lily Saratoga ALTERATIONS: Mosca Alterations (WillFitUin) BRIDESMAIDS' DRESSES David’s Bridal HAIR JL Beauty Inc MAKEUP JL Beauty Inc GROOM'S ATTIRE J. Reid Menswear RINGS Hannoush Jewelers Hudson Valley FLOWERS Cullen Creations STATIONERY SUITE Truly Engaging CATERER Nicole’s Catering CAKE Cake By Alissa Apple Cider Donuts from The Carrot Barn PARTY FAVORS Yakush Blended Whiskey - A blend of two whiskeys: one from a distillery where Ryan grew up (South Glens Falls) and one from where I grew up (Dutchess County)! TRANSPORTATION Premiere Transportation DJ OR BAND DJ Eric Catalano FIRST DANCE "Tenerife Sea" by Ed Sheeran HONEYMOON DESTINATION Barbados

special touches • Room block: Courtyard by Marriott

Our Story...

In 2017, I began working at the same company as Ryan. Although we worked on the same floor, we didn’t formally meet until a month later, during a training where Ryan sat at my table and struck up a conversation. Ryan jokes that this conversation must not have been very impactful because I have no recollection of it! Months went by and Ryan finally decided to give it another shot and, this time, he succeeded! Ryan invited me over to his apartment (our first date!) and he cooked me dinner. We continued talking and hanging out before officially ending our “friendship” in November of 2018 by making the relationship official. Three years later, while I was out with a friend, Ryan was secretly preparing our apartment for his proposal. As I arrived home, string lights were hung, our dog, Jake, was dressed in his formal attire, and dinner was ready on the table- the same meal Ryan cooked for our very first date. How could I say no?! The Sablewood was the first (and only!) venue we visited. Being a “horse girl,” getting married on a farm was my dream and the Sablewood even had décor made from old electric line materials, making it the perfect blend of our passions! Our wedding day was picture-perfect, with autumnal colors you can only dream of! Our team of amazing vendors made sure the day ran flawlessly and Ryan and I couldn’t have imagined celebrating our love any other way!

• Ryan and I hand built most of our decor! We wanted everything to feel like “us” and and represent who we are as both individuals and as a couple! We met each other at work (Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation) where Ryan is an Electrical Engineer. Just one way we honored this connection, we made our table numbers out of glass electrical insulators and handformed the numbers out of wire! • Ryan’s best friend, Nick Heald, passed away from Sarcoma and we wanted to honor him as he would have been Ryan’s best man had he still been with us. We made sure he was always “walking” by Ryan’s side the whole day!

advice

TO PASS ALONG... Don’t get caught up in all of the things on your “Wedding To-Do List!” Enjoy the process as you and your future partner plan a day that celebrates YOUR love!

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WEDDING DATE December 30 LOCATION Canfield Casino PHOTOGRAPHER Sydney K Andrew WEDDING GOWN Jenny Yoo - purchased at Lily Saratoga BRIDESMAIDS' DRESSES Jenny Yoo - purchased at Styled by Lily HAIR Timeless Updos/Lush Beauty 518 MAKEUP Timeless Updos/Lush Beauty 518 GROOM'S ATTIRE Tuxego RINGS Hannoush Jewlers FLOWERS North Country Flowers STATIONERY SUITE The Knot CATERER Mazzone Hospitality CAKE Mazzone Hospitality PHOTOBOOTH Love of Music TRANSPORTATION Royale Transportation DJ OR BAND Love of Music - DJ Chris Johnston FIRST DANCE "Brighter Than Sunshine" by Aqualung HONEYMOON DESTINATION Italy

Our Story...

Joe and I had our first date at Hamlet and Ghost in downtown Saratoga. We bonded instantly over perfectly crafted cocktails and a sampling of delicious appetizers (still two of our favorite things!). Our connection was immediate, and it wasn’t long before Joe whisked me away to Costa Rica where we fell more in love and realized we love to travel together (another favorite thing!). The most important factor was Joe’s love for my dog Reese, once he had her approval, I knew he was a winner. Joe proposed to me on our two-year anniversary on the top of Pilot Knob Mountain overlooking Lake George at sunset, following a surprise helicopter ride around the lake. It was a perfectly executed dream... (I was somehow surprised up until he was down on one knee even though it is pretty obvious what was happening when I look back!!). Joe grew up in Lake George and I have lived in the Capital District since attending college, so the decision to put down roots locally was easy. We love Saratoga and had so many “firsts” there, which is why we landed on the historic Canfield Casino for our venue. The Casino in the winter the day before NYE was the perfect classic wedding vibe that we were looking for and it couldn’t have been more perfect. We had amazing weather and our friends and family enjoyed staying in Saratoga for NYE weekend and celebrating. It all felt very festive and magical. We are so thankful for our team of vendors that helped us bring our vision to life and supported us along the way. We could not have had a more wonderful day and we wish we could relive it over and over!

special touches

• Rehearsal dinner: Park Theater catered by Park and Elm (Previously Doc’s) • Dancing lessons: Fred Astaire, Saratoga • Furs for the bridesmaids: Etsy • Pinecones added to my bouquet for a wintery touch

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TO PASS ALONG... • Take a breath, have a seat and watch your family and friends having the best time celebrating your love... the feeling is unmatched! Also be sure to eat your cake!

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Venue | ADIRONDACK WEDDING

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From Gilded Age galas to modern-day celebrations, our HISTORIC HOTEL has been the host of some amazing people and stories. Hotel Saranac has been described as “authentically Adirondack” and the only true full-service indoor wedding venue of its kind in the region. Found in the center of Saranac Lake, Hotel Saranac is an inclusive, welcoming, and flexible one-of-a-kind wedding venue. The restored and reimagined Hotel Saranac offers historic touches with the comforts and amenities you and your guests will expect in an unparalleled Adirondack hotel. Whether it is 2 or 182 people, weddings are made magical at Hotel Saranac by the flexibility and offerings of our additional spaces and venues that make your entire wedding weekend of events both breathtaking and a breeze. The Grand Ballroom is the hotel’s crown jewel Adirondack wedding venue. The Great Hall and outdoor Terrace are the perfect mingling spot for cocktail hour and hosting your ceremony; the Ember Room is perfect for getting ready the morning of; and the Oak Room, adjacent to the ballroom and Great Hall, adds flexibility for components like the dessert station, photo booth, or even the rehearsal dinner. Plated or buffet, traditional comfort fare or more ambitious farm-to-table flavors—the Executive Chef of our Adirondack-inspired kitchen works closely with our clients to offer a culinary experience your guests won’t soon forget. Our highly trained team executes your vision for your event—including customized menus, an on-site officiant, decoration and event set up, food and beverage options, and more—to create an extraordinary, personalized experience for you and your guests. Ask Hotel Saranac how we can make your wedding dreams a reality. Call 518-354-5925 or visit hotelsaranac.com.

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Puzzles Across 1 Antlered deer 5 Take in the sights 9 Transfer to a new city, informally 13 Run out of steam 14 "__ Wolf and Cub": manga series 15 Wi-Fi device 16 *Shabby and dated 18 Winery process that takes years 19 French farewell 20 Matching cups, saucers, etc. 22 The Big Apple, for short 23 *Tunes for fogies 27 Toothpaste option 28 Possesses 29 Spanish Mrs. 30 Issa of "Insecure" 31 Genesis garden 33 Word between surnames 35 Rough-sounding 37 Make sweeter, in the way the theme answers do to their starred clues? 41 Wristwatch part 44 Actor Lowe 45 MLB team in the ESPN documentary "Once Upon a Time in Queens" 49 Bowl over 50 Opposite of NNW 53 Note from one who's shy? 55 Museum collection 56 *Blubber 59 Sturgeon product 60 Hot, dust-laden Saharan wind 61 Island south of Sicily 63 Want very much 64 *Hopelessly out of touch 67 Apple desktops 68 Honest-to-goodness 69 Border on 70 Gael, for one 71 Whirlpool 72 "This Is Us" role for Susan Kelechi Watson Down 1 Odd 2 Like many hand-colored T-shirts 3 Magazine story 4 "Sommersby" actor Richard 5 Pampering, for short

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See puzzle solution on page 54 6 "Look, fireworks!" 7 Condo divisions 8 Classroom break 9 Tennis great Federer 10 Cosmopolitan group? 11 Camera accessory 12 Short "Good grief!" 15 Eyelash application 17 "That hurts!" 21 "Bel-__": 2022 drama series based on a 1990s sitcom 24 "Auld __ Syne" 25 Sailing 26 Lock opener 32 Govt. intel group 34 Play a proper noun in Scrabble, say 36 Drive-thru device 38 Ultimate results 39 Spiral

40 Clarinet kin 41 1950s actor Mineo or 1950s pitcher Maglie 42 Pair 43 Second or third staging on Broadway, say 46 Oft-pierced body part 47 Present proudly 48 Furtiveness 51 Cul-de-__ 52 Concertgoer's "More!" 54 "Semper Fi" military org. 57 Raise 58 Meted (out) 62 "Moby-Dick" captain 63 POTUS, militarily speaking 65 Pop 66 Underhanded

Writing the Right Word by Dave Dowling

Accuracy in word choice is a key to effective communication. In your daily writing and speaking, try to make sure you use the right word in the right place with the right spelling. By doing so, its effect will affect your communication in a positive way. This quick weekly tip will help you filter the confusion in some of our daily word choices. This Week: Gild, Guild Gild means to cover with a golden appearance. The beautiful Canadian sunset gilded the grass in the valley. Guild refers to an association of trades people. Steven Spielberg is a member of the Directors Guild of America. Dave Dowling is the author of The Wrong Word Dictionary and The Dictionary of Worthless Words. Both books are available from many book retailers, and signed copies can be obtained by contacting Dave at dave.dowling65@gmail. com

EDUCATION

Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

Robots Rumble in Ballston Spa by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

BALLSTON SPA — Students stood safely behind glass panes as the robots began to rumble. The bots moved with remarkable speed, fetching purple cubes and sometimes colliding with one another. Teams of judges and referees watched the mayhem from a safe distance outside the steel enclosure. For some, emotions ran high. “The hardest part of a competition is probably the struggle of coping with failure,” said Alaina Bottisti, a member of the Ballston Spa High School robotics team. “You will get down on yourself or even shed a few tears, but in the end… the only thing failure can do is make you grow.” The Robot Rumble OffSeason Robotics Competition

occurred at Ballston Spa High School on Saturday, Nov. 4. Fourteen teams from New York, New Hampshire, Connecticut, and Massachusetts participated in the event. Regional participants hailed from Ballston Spa, Albany, and Lake Placid. “I love the variety of teams that participate and enjoy the event more than anything,” said Ballston Spa robotics team member Gavin Lafountain. “Seeing so many different teams in one place outside of regionals, and at our school of all places is really awesome and rewarding.” The off-season battle allowed teams to recruit members, mentors, and sponsors in preparation for the FIRST Robotics Regional Competition in March 2024. MVP Arena in Albany will host the event. FIRST (For Inspiration

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and Recognition of Science and Technology) robotics competitions challenge participants with strict rules and limited resources. Teams must raise funds, design a brand, and build robots that can accomplish tasks such as quickly grabbing objects and dropping them into a bin. The competitions give students practical engineering

experience that can lead to continued interest in the field. BSpa robotics team member Julia Cressman said she plans to pursue engineering in the future and has “already visited several colleges in the region.” “I’ve chosen robotics because I aspire to be an engineer, and robotics is a great start to getting into a STEM

pathway,” she said. “FIRST robotics competitions are competitive, but friendly, and are a great way to develop your STEM experience.” For additional information about the program, contact Ballston Spa Science Coordinator Diane Irwin at dirwin@bscsd.org or 518-8847150 ext. 2317.

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Saratoga Schools Offering Free Breakfast and Lunch

Ballston Spa Teacher Wins Excellence Award

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by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — All students enrolled in the Saratoga Springs City School District are now able to receive free breakfast and lunch meals. The cost-free meals are the result of the USDA’s expanded Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). CEP rules dictate that free breakfast and lunch offerings

must be complete meals. According to School Lunch Program Director Eric Bush, a complete meal consists of protein, fruits, vegetables, milk, and grain. Students will “have to take at least three of the main components for it to count,” Bush said. The free meals were first offered on November 1. No action is required for students to be eligible.

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BALLSTON SPA — Ballston Spa High School English teacher Mrs. Tina DeFabio has won the Educator of Excellence Award from the

New York State English Council (NYSEC). Mrs. DeFabio was nominated by both her colleagues and a parent. “We admire and are proud of Tina,” said Ballston Spa Superintendent Dr. Gianleo Duca in a statement.

Educator of Excellence Award winners are recognized for showing a commitment to excellence, innovation, and creativity in teaching, mentoring, and learning. For more information about the NYSEC, visit www. nysecteach.org.

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Who’s Ready to Talk Turkey?

Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

ACCIDENTAL TURKEY

SATURDAYS

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9:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

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Pasture raised turkeys at Hepatica Farm, photo provided.

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Whether you’re cooking the entire dinner, in charge of the side dishes, or on the list to bring dessert, the Saratoga Farmer’s Market has a lot of options to consider and offer. Vendors at the market even have you covered if you’re going vegetarian for the holiday; farmers at the market are wellstocked with a plentiful array of fresh vegetables. However, it’s the typical main attraction that we are really ready to talk about: the turkey! Yes, the Saratoga Farmers’ Market can even help

you with farm-fresh turkeys that have been locally raised. Who sells locally grown turkeys at the market? When you visit the market this week, stop by one of these vendors to find out more about how to order, pick up, and store one of their farm-fresh turkeys for Thanksgiving; • Grazin’ Acres Farm • Hepitica Farm, LLC • Jireh Organic Farm & Livestock of New York State Is it too early to pick up a turkey? Not if you’re planning to pop it in the freezer. If you

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t’s hard to believe, and maybe I’m a bit in denial, that the big day is only a couple of weeks away! So…it’s time to grab that shopping/planning list and get to work organizing your dinner plans. pick up your turkey from the farmers’ market the weekend before Thanksgiving, the vendor(s) can guide you on what to do with your turkey. How many days does it take to thaw a turkey? Plan on placing your wrapped turkey on a baking sheet, breast side up, in the refrigerator, and plan for approximately one day for every four to five pounds. How big of a turkey should I buy? Plan on 1-1/2 pounds of uncooked turkey per person when planning your turkey purchase. How long does it take to cook a turkey? Cooking directions should be located on the packaging. The length of cooking time depends on the size of the bird and whether you are stuffing it or not. However, you should plan on baking your turkey at 325 degrees, and the meat thermometer should read 165 degrees in the center for it to be fully cooked. Did someone say stuffing? Look for next week’s article to learn a little more about our thoughts on this yummy side dish. The Saratoga Farmers’ Market will be open on Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. from November through April at the Wilton Mall Food Court, accessible from the mall entrance across from BJs or the mall interior. Find us online at www.saratogafarmersmarket. org, where you can sign up for our weekly newsletter and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

PREP TIME: 1hr 50min | COOK: 30 min and based on weight

INGREDIENTS:

*Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market • Kosher salt

• 1 lemon, quartered

• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves*, minced

• 10 sprigs thyme*

• Grated zest of one lemon • 1 fresh turkey* (12-14 lbs) • 1 large yellow onion*, unpeeled, cut into eighths

• ½ stick unsalted butter, melted • Freshly ground black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Two or three days before you plan to roast the turkey, combine salt, rosemary, and lemon zest. 2. Wash turkey inside and out. Drain well and pat dry. 3. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the salt mixture into the turkey’s cavity and rub the rest on the skin, including under the wings and legs. 4. Place turkey in a shallow dish to catch drips and wrap the whole dish tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate. 5. The day before you plan to roast the turkey, remove plastic wrap and leave the turkey in the fridge uncovered so the skin can dry out. 6. On the day of roasting, preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. 7. Place onions, lemon, and thyme in the cavity. Using kitchen string, tie together legs and tie wings close to the body. Brush the turkey with butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper. 8. Roast turkey for 30 minutes after placing in the oven, legs first 9. Brush turkey with fat. After doing so, return the turkey to pan. 10. Then, lower temperature to 325 degrees F and continue to roast for another 1-2 hours or more until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F in the breast area and 180 degrees F in the thigh area. 11. Remove from oven, cover tightly with aluminum foil, and allow to rest for 20-30 minutes. 12. Carve and serve with pan juices. Adapted from the recipe by Ina Garten

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Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

GIVE THANKS FOR Great Gadgets

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Now that we are in the month of November, it seems like it will be “go-time” from now until January. Thanksgiving is right around the corner. There is so much to do to gear up for the holiday season. It is time to start the preparations of items needed to create your fabulous feast.

At Compliments to the Chef, we have some gadgets which can make your Thanksgiving prep and serve a little easier. Good tools are essential to good cooking just like good tools are helpful to a carpenter building a house. One tool I think a lot of foodies don’t have or know how to use is the thermometer. It is one of my must haves in a kitchen. Undercooked Turkey is a recipe for Salmonellosis! Your turkey should be cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees for 15 seconds. You should check the temperature in at least two places and in the thickest part of the turkey. Do not discount how much this tool means to not just you but your whole family. Our recommendation is a simple Bi-Metallic stemmed thermometer. There are others, such as digital but this is the simplest, easiest and most costeffective choice. It’s easy to calibrate and if you stop in, I’ll personally teach you how. One of our favorite instant-read thermometers is the Thermo Pop by Thermo Works. The second recommendation for a must have is a Flavor injector and there are many types. Adding some flavor can really set your Turkey apart from Mom’s recipe. Our third recommendation is either an open roaster or a

roaster with a lid. Roast meat, poultry, and vegetables to perfection with a large roaster. Open roasters can hold up to a 20-lb. turkey. The heavy-duty stainless-steel roasting pan features tall, straight sides, which help prevent splatters and spills, while its upright handles ensure a secure hold when transporting the pan to and from the oven, even when wearing thick oven mitts. The open roaster comes with a V-shaped nonstick roasting rack that elevates large cuts of meat to promote even cooking. Another cool tool for your feast is a gravy/fat separator. There are various sizes and styles of gravy separators. Among the types is a 1 ¾ cup gravy separator that is made of FDA-approved, BPA-free polycarbonate and plastic. This gravy separator strains out fat, seasonings, and lumps for flavorful gravy, broth, soup stock, au jus, and sauce with lower fat and calories. The BPA-free polycarbonate and plastic structure resists breakage and is heat-safe to 248-degrees Fahrenheit. It has a large handle that allows for a safe grip. The pierced lid strains out lumps and larger food bits with a low-set spout that pours flavorful liquids without the fat, drip-free spout for easy, mess-free pouring. The

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Lunch FRIDAY

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MONDAY

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• Spinach Feta • Split Pea Soup Chicken with Ham • Buttered Orzo • Cauliflower • Vegetable Trio • Warm Apple Crisp • WW Dinner Roll • Corn Muffin • Shortbread Cookies

Getting ready for the holidays can be exhausting. Making quick easy meals can help for the month of November.

INGREDIENTS • ½ cup Dijon Mustard mustard • ¼ cup maple syrup • 1 Tablespoon rice vinegar

• salt and pepper, to taste

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or bone in

• ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary optional for topping

1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F. fat separator also has a widemouth opening and markings in milliliters and cups (from ½-cup) makes straining and measuring easy; microwave safe for easy reheats. The fat separator is easy to use and is great for everyday or holiday meals and is dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. Also, have your knives sharpened so you do not end up hacking away at your roast. Remember, we have knife sharpening services at Compliments to the Chef. These are just a small list of what can help you this season. Getting ready for the holidays doesn’t have to be a struggle. Cherish your moments together. Stop by Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store located at 33 Railroad Place. Let us assist you with your holiday culinary needs. Remember my Foodie Friends, “Life Happens in the Kitchen.”

Take Care, John & Paula

Served at the Saratoga Senior Center

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Maple Dijon Glazed Chicken

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Office for the Aging Lunch Program

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Thanksgiving Special • Breaded Fish • Roast Turkey w/ • Tartar Sauce Gravy & Stuffing • Macaroni & Cheese • Mashed Potatoes • Stewed Tomatoes • Butternut Squash • Tropical Fruit • Cranberry Sauce • Pumpkin Pie

Menu Subject To Change. Coffee, Tea and Butter are served daily at sites. The suggested contribution is $2 per meal. There is a $8 fee for guests under the age of 60. Please make checks payable to: Saratoga County Treasurer, c/o Saratoga County Office for the Aging, 152 West High Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020

2. Mix together Dijon mustard, maple syrup and rice vinegar. 3. Put the whole package of chicken thighs into an 8 x 8 inch glass baking dish (I lined mine with aluminum foil for easy clean up). 4. Salt and pepper the thighs. 5. Pour maple mustard mixture over top, turning the thighs in the mixture so they are fully coated. 6. Put the chicken thighs in the oven, and let them bake for about 40 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 165 degrees F. 7. Baste the tops of the chicken with more sauce halfway through cooking time. Use the sauce that is in the pan for basting. 8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. 9. Sprinkle with rosemary if desired. Recipe courtesy of Six Sisters’ Stuff

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UPCOMING

Events

Famous Brown Bread & Bake Sale Simpson United Methodist Church, located at 1089 Rock City Rd, Rock City Falls is having its semi-annual Brown Bread & Bake Sale just in time for Thanksgiving. The cost will be $8 per loaf. Pick-up dates: Friday, Nov. 17 between 4 - 6 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 18 between 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Bake sale on Saturday. Don’t miss out. Call 518-885-4794 to place your order. Please leave your name, telephone number and the number loaves you would like to reserve. And if possible, let us know if you will be picking up your order on Friday or Saturday. A representative from Simpson will call back to confirm your order.

Special Thanksgiving Pierogi Sale - Order Now Christ the Savior Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake is having a special pre-frozen pierogi sale on Saturday, November 18. We will have only potato/cheese and sauerkraut (very limited)

CALENDAR pierogi. All pierogi orders are $10/dozen because of this occasion. Please call 518-3630001. Pick up will be from 11 - 11:30 a.m. that day.

The NightmarKeT Before XMAS The NightmarKeT will be held on Saturday, November 18 from 2 – 6 p.m. and will be an outdoor evening market with a Tim Burton vibe. Thirteen vendors will be set up between 30 and 38 Beekman Street selling a variety of handmade goods including oddities, ceramics, paintings, jewelry, accessories, hand knitted items, baked goods and more. For more information contact Jessica at thedarkgemshoppe@ gmail.com or visit thedarkgemshoppe.com.

Saratoga Comic Con November 18 – 19 at the Saratoga Springs City Center, located at 522 Broadway in Saratoga Springs. Tickets are on sale now. Saratoga Comic Con is the largest Comic Con in upstate New York. The two-day event will feature over 200 vendor and artist tables from all over the world, celebrities, guest artists, gaming, Super Smash Bros. tournaments, cosplay contests, panels, events, tattooing,

bouncy house and other pop culture fun. For details, visit SaratogaComicCon.com.

Clayfest Saratoga Clay Arts Center’s Schacht Gallery presents CLAYFEST, a national invitational exhibition celebrating the holiday season with a compilation of incredible functional pots and decorative works by twentyone established clay artists from across the country. The exhibition opens on Saturday, November 18 with a public opening from 5-7 p.m. and runs through December 30. The work will also open online in our SHOP at 5 p.m. on November 18. The Schacht Gallery is open Monday Saturday from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and by appointment. We are located at 167 Hayes Road, Schuylerville. Details for the exhibition can be found online at www.saratogaclayarts.org or call 518-581-2529 or email info@saratogaclayarts.org for more information.

Nutcracker Tea Presented by Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet on November 19, 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Join us at the historic Canfield Casino for a whimsical event with tea, delicious treats, dancing,

Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

and holiday fun. Delight in a live performance from the Nutcracker Suite along with a reading of the Nutcracker Story. Children and families will enjoy holiday shopping from local vendors, and silent auctions. Don’t forget to take your photo with Clara and the Sugar Plum Fairy! Tickets are on sale now at eventbrite.com. For additional information, visit: www. saratogaspringsyouthballet.org

The Thymly Herb Garden Group Monthly Meeting Monday, November 20, from 9:45 a.m. until noon. The meetings are at the 4-H Training Center, 556 Middleline Rd, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. If the Ballston Spa School District has a delay or closes that day, then we will not meet. There will be a short herb of the month presentation by a member. Next, our guest presenter will be Laurie Freeman who will demonstrate chair yoga for gardeners. Members and guests are asked to participate if they would like. Following the presentation there will be light refreshments and a meeting. The dues for the year to join the Thymly Herb Group are $20. First time attendance is free. New members are always welcome. Please RSVP with questions or to let us know you will be joining us. thymlyherbmail@gmail.com

22nd Annual Christopher Dailey 5K Saratoga Turkey Trot This Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 23 the Christopher Dailey Foundation will host their 22nd Annual Christopher Dailey 5K Saratoga Turkey Trot. The Run/Walk will be held on Broadway in Saratoga Springs starting at 8:30

a.m. Signups are now open. All proceeds from the event will support the Christopher Dailey Foundation, a nonprofit organization supporting youth needs in the Saratoga community since 2002. For instructions on how to register online, in person, or by mail, you can visit our website, www. christopherdaileyfoundation. com. You can connect with the Foundation by calling us at 518879-8305 or by emailing us at christopherdaileyfoundation@ gmail.com.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Conference November is National Family Caregivers Month and to honor the superheroes who provide unpaid care day in and day out to a loved one with dementia, the Alzheimer’s Association of Northeastern New York is hosting a free Caregiver Conference on Tuesday, November 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs City Center in Saratoga Springs. There will be presentations and discussions with local experts on topics of interest to caregivers. Participants will also have an opportunity to ask questions and connect with other caregivers in our community. For more information and to register, visit https://bit.ly/3SmyjDu or call 518-675-7214.

Lancaster, PA Bus Trip The Olde Saratoga Seniors of Schuylerville is hosting a bus trip to Lancaster, Pennsylvania on November 29 - December 1, 2023; 3 days, 2 nights for a total cost of $499 which includes 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners, two Xmas shows and travel. For more information, please contact Peg Jennings at 518-275-5805 or Pat Temple at 518-338-2329.

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This Week’s Events: NOV. 10-16 🙂 = family friendly FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10 The Lightning Thief

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The Saratoga Children’s Theater, 615 Maple Ave., Suite 3, Saratoga Springs 7 p.m. | As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly discovered powers he can’t control, a destiny he doesn’t want, and a mythology textbook’s worth of monsters on his trail. When Zeus’s master lightning bolt is stolen and Percy becomes the prime suspect, he must find and return the bolt to prove his innocence and prevent a war between the gods. Showing on November 10 & 11 at 7 p.m. November 12 at 2 p.m. and November 17 & 18 at 7 p.m. Tickets: adults $15, students $10, Under 10 years old $5, visit www.onthestage.tickets/show/ saratoga-childrens -theatre/64e e6821d470540e3608fbba

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Free Lunch

The Malta Ridge Methodist Church, 729 Malta Ave. 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 518581-0210.

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Saratoga Springs History Museum, Canfield Casino, Congress Park on Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 1–2:30 p.m. Led by Jesse Bowman Bruchac, Language Director at Ndakinna Education Center and, like his brother James, a citizen of the Nulhegan Band of the Coosuk Abenaki Nation.

The American Legion Old Saratoga Post 278, | 6 p.m. Cocktail hour will start at 6 p.m. and dinner will start at 7 p.m. Meal will be stuffed chicken breast, mashed potatoes, green beans, roll and pumpkin spice cake with apple cider glaze. Call 518-695-3011 for reservations.

Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa 7 – 10 p.m. | Dance to the music of the River Road Boys Band. Adults only. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Donation of $5 per person. Open to the public, ample free parking. For more information call 518-430-7029.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12 All You Can Eat Breakfast

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Donations: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors 55+, $10 Military and 1st Responders, $8 Children (age 6 – 12) Free kids under 6.

Monthly Breakfast

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Fish Creek Rod & Gun Club, 123 NY-32, Schuylerville 8 – 11 a.m. | Menu: choose from pancakes – regular, buckwheat, apple cinnamon and blueberry or French toast. Eggs to order, home fries, bacon or sausage, toast, coffee, and orange juice. $10 adults, $5 children.

Monthly Indoor Craft and Garage Sale

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Elks Club, 🙂 Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs

Seniors Monthly Dance

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Native Language Workshop: Abenaki

This transformative program introduces foundational intricacies of Algonquian languages alongside original songs written to enhance accessibility and memorability. Participants will also learn how our perceptions of self and the surrounding world are molded by linguistic constructs. The fee for both workshops is $10 for History Museum Members, and $15 for non-Members, available at saratogahistory.org/ events. Events take place on the History Museum’s second floor, which is only accessible by stairs.

Veteran’s Day Dinner

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Gansevoort Volunteer Firehouse, 1870 Route 32N, Gansevoort | 8 – 11 a.m. Menu: Eggs cooked to order, omelets, pancakes, hash, French toast, home fries, biscuits, sausage gravy, orange Juice, milk, and coffee.

11 a.m. -3 p.m. | Admission is free. Over 40 vendors, great parking, crafts galore, and lunch. Lots of shopping with necklace sets, earrings, body lotions, clothing, household items, knitted, crocheted, and hand-made items, food treats, antiques and vintage items, horseshoe décor, food treats and just about anything you can imagine. New vendors sign-up every month. A fun activity the entire family enjoys. All proceeds go to local charities. 8’ table and chairs $15; Call Debbie @ 518-8856506 or email dozolins@nycap. rr.com for information or to sign up for a table(s).

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Galway Preservation Society Meeting Galway Town Hall, 5910 Sacandaga Rd, Galway | 7 p.m. The November meeting is the second Monday of the month due to voting set up at the Town Hall. Doors will open at 6:45 p.m. The November program will be given by John Greenwood on the history of Hall’s Brookside Dairy in

Greenfield Center. The dairy began in the early 1900’s with two cows and two horses, growing into a much larger dairy operation. Hall’s Dairy processed and bottled their own milk in addition to the milk from several other small farms, employed 10 men and operated five delivery milk trucks. Our programs are always open to the public, free of charge. If you choose, annual family or household membership is available for $10 per year. Please join us to learn more about the history of Hall’s Brookside Dairy.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 Monthly Meeting of The Catholic Daughters of the America Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs 5:45 p.m. | CDA, Court McLaughlin #422 members gather at 5:45PM for recitation of the Rosary, followed by refreshments until 6:30 p.m. when the meeting will begin. CDA is one of the oldest and largest organizations of Catholic women in the Americas. Please join us. Any questions? Contact our Regent Lucille Koch by phone or text at 516-319-4577.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 The Old Saratoga Seniors Meeting Town Hall, 35 Spring St., Schuylerville | Noon It will be a sandwich luncheon. Dessert will be provided. Guests and new members are always welcome. Dues for the year are due, $15 per person. If you have any questions, please contact Rich Blair at 518-424-9352 or Pat Temple at 518-338-2329

Pickin’ Session Afternoon Jam

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Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa 1 – 3 p.m. | All acoustic musicians who enjoy playing country/western, folk, gospel and bluegrass are welcome to participate. If you don’t play, become part of the audience,

and enjoy the music. Bring a snack to share. Beverages provided. Open to the public, free admission, and ample free parking. Call 518-885-4229 with questions.

Turkey Dinner Take Out Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club, 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: roast turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, vegetable, gravy, tossed salad, dinner rolls. Cost: $15 per dinner. (Cash only).

Volunteer Orientation & Potluck Camp Saratoga North Winter Lodge, 90 Scout Rd., Wilton 6 p.m. | Join us for a chance to learn more about volunteering with Wilton Wildlife and Share a meal with other volunteers. Bring a side dish or dessert to share. Email victoria@ wiltonpreserve.org to register.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16 Hessians: German Soldiers in the American Revolutionary War Saratoga National Historical Park Visitor Center Theater, 648 Rte 32, Stillwater | 6:30 p.m. Between 1776 and 1783, Britain hired more than thirty thousand German soldiers to fight in its war against the rebels in North America. Collectively known as Hessians, the soldiers as well as accompanying civilians produced a large volume of records that provide detailed accounts of the American war, land, and people. Drawing from this rich material, the presentation will highlight some of the key experiences of these participants in a war on a distant continent against a people that had done them no harm. Reservations are required by visiting go.nps.gov/ saraevents or emailing SARA_ info@nps.gov.

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Arts & Entertainment

Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

Arts & Entertainment

The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari - Silent Film Screening with Original Local Score Performed Nov. 12 ALBANY — The UAlbany Performing Arts Center presents a free screening of The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari featuring an original score composed and conducted by Brett L. Wery. Played live by Quintocracy, the event takes place 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 12 on the uptown University at Albany campus located at 1400 Washington Ave. Arguably the first true horror film and one considered the quintessential work of German

Expressionist cinema, this silent film from 1920 was directed by Robert Wiene and written by Hans Janowitz and Carl Mayer. Brett L. Wery is an active area composer/arranger and former conductor of UAlbany’s Symphony Orchestra. He is the Music Director/Conductor of the Capital Region Wind Ensemble in Schenectady and composer/editor for Sonata Grendel Publishing in Scotia. Quintocracy is a wind ensemble

based in the Capital Region. With funding from Saratoga Arts through their Community Arts Regrant Program, Quintocracy commissioned Wery to compose the score for The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari. Admission to the event is free. No reservations or tickets are required. For further information, contact the UAlbany Performing Arts Center’s main office at 518-442-3995 or pac@ albany.edu.

Caffe Lena at SPAC: Darlingside to Perform Dec. 3.

New Year’s Eve: “RuPaul’s Drag Race” Franchise Alum at Capital Rep ALBANY — Proctors Collaborative is kicking off 2024 with two alums from “RuPaul’s Drag Race” franchises. Opal Essence from season four of “Camp Wannakiki” will be hosting a New Year’s Eve dragtacular event at Capital Repertory Theatre in December. Then, a few months later, in March, season nine winner of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” Sasha Velour will be in the GE Theatre at Proctors.

Opal Essence along with Violencia Exclamation Point and Onyx Ondyx with appearances by Paris LuRux, Lexxi Pro and London Jae Precise will kick off the new year at Capital Repertory Theatre Sunday, Dec. 31 for a Dragtacular New Year’s Eve experience. Tickets are available through the Box Office at Proctors in-person, via phone at 518-346-6204

Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. or online at capitalrep.org. Internationally renowned drag queen, visual artist, television host and author Sasha Velour has announced “The Big Reveal Live Show!,” a brandnew, 90-minute show created by and starring Velour. The Big Reveal Live Show! will run for 90 minutes with no intermission in the GE Theatre at Proctors Saturday, March 2, 2024.

Exhibition Features Work of Artist Embraced by The Giving Circle SARATOGA SPRINGS — An afternoon of conversation and fun centered around the painting of Fred Tusubira is slated to take place 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11 at Saratoga Arts Center on Broadway. Tusubira – or Tsubi, as he is known to his Giving Circle family – grew up in a broken home with a violent and abusive father. Without adequate food, he was always hungry. When his mother was unable to care for him any longer, Tsubi and a younger sister were abandoned before they reached school-age. Tsubi and his sister were embraced by The Giving Circle - a Saratoga-based charity which provided housing and meals at its orphanage in Jinja. The organization also linked him with a sponsor family from Saratoga Springs, which offered

support while he attended The Giving Circle’s Busoga School, setting the foundation for his academic and artistic journey. With support from The Giving Circle, Tsubi enrolled in the Michelangelo College of Creative Arts, where he An exhibition of the work of Fred Tusubira takes place Nov. 11 at Saratoga Arts Center. honed his talent. Through his painting and love and resilience. drawing, Tusbi, now 24, aspires Saturday’s exhibition at to create more opportunities Saratoga Arts will also include 16 for himself and his little sister photos by Giving Circle leader and dreams of making a posi- Carl Korn. Admission is free, tive impact in the lives of others, and light snacks will be served. especially those in need, by using For more information about his artistic abilities to communi- the organization and the art show, cate powerful messages of hope, go to: www.thegivingcircle.org.

“Everything Is Alive,” the fourth release by Darlingside, who perform in Saratoga Springs Dec. 3.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Boston-based quartet Darlingside will be staging a show at Spa Little Theatre on Sunday, Dec. 3. The intimate, 500-seat theater is located across from the Hall of Springs. The group are on tour in support of their recent album “Everything Is Alive.” Comprised of Don Mitchell, Auyon Mukharji, Harris Paseltiner and David Senft, the

four likeminded multi-instrumentalists first met at Williams College in 2009. The show is billed as a Caffe Lena at SPAC performance. Caffè Lena has been part of Darlingside’s growth ever since 2013, when they first played the Saratoga venue as part of a mid-week Emerging Artist Breakout series. For tickets and more information, go to: SPAC.org.

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LEGALS NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY NAME: Moutons United, LLC. Articles of organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on September 25, 2023. Office location:172 South Central Avenue, Mechanicville, NY 12118 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 the process to the LLC, Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 10/06, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10/2023. 11386 Notice of Formation of PLLC. Articles of Organization for SOUND MIND MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING, PLLC were filed with the Secretary of State of New York on September 21, 2023. Office Located 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 43 British American Blvd, Latham, NY 12110. Purpose: for any lawful activity for which limited liability companies may be formed under the law. Under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law. 10/06, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10/2023. 11394 COMMUNICATE DIFFERENTLY LLC. Art of Org. filed with the SSNY on 09/15/2023. 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, LEGALCORP SOLUTIONS 1060 Broadway Suite 100 ALBANY, NY 12204 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/06, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10/2023. 11395 The name of the Limited Liability Company is Kahler Construction and Renovations, LLC. The Articles of Organization

were filed on September 22, 2023 with the Secretary of State. The Office of the LLC is in Saratoga County. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent upon whom process against the Company is to be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process is: 29 Barcelona Drive, Clifton Park 12065. The purpose of the business of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which the LLC may be organized under the Limited Liability Law for the State of New York. 10/06, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10/2023. 11396 PUBLICATION NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. The name of the limited liability company is SIX TWOFOUR LLC (hereinafter referred to as the “Company”). The Articles of Organization of the Company were filed with the Secretary of State on September 27, 2023. The office of the Company is located in Saratoga County. 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 SIX TWOFOUR LLC, 20 Wheeler Road, Edinburg, NY 12134. The Company does not have a specific date of dissolution beyond the events of dissolution set forth in Section 701 of the Limited Liability Company Law. The purpose of the business of the Company is to engage in any business permitted by law. 10/06, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10/2023. 11399 PUBLICATION NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. The name of the limited liability company is POSH RESALE, LLC (hereinafter referred to as the “Company”). The Articles of Organization of the Company

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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: The Warn Room, LLC, PO BOX 1101, 1764 Route 9, Halfmoon, NY 12065. 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17/2023. 11463 Notice of formation of Don Parks & Associates LLC. Articles of Organization filed with New York State Dept. of State on 09/25/2023. The County within this state is 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 is to the limited liability company at Don Parks & Associates, 5 Southside Drive, STE 11, Clifton Park, New York 12065. Company is organized for Consulting. 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17/2023. 11471 Notice of formation of Accurate Calibration Solutions, LLC. Arts of org. filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/16/23. Office located: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon who process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 5346 Hudson Rd., Galway, NY 12074. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17/2023. 11477 Notice of formation of a Limited Liability Company. The name of the Limited Liability Company is Graphic JAM, LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed October 9, 2023. The office of the Limited Liability Company is located at 5 Buttercup Court, Waterford, New York 12188 and is located in Saratoga County.

The Secretary of State has been designated as the agent of the Limited Liability Company upon whom process against it may be served. The purpose of the Limited Liability Company is to engage in any lawful activity for which a Limited Liability Company may be formed. 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17/2023. 11482 Notice of formation of Horse Racing With Dietz LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/03/2023Office: 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: 211 Victory Way, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17/2023. 11486 Notice of formation of Caligula’s Crazy Collectibles LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/17/2023 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 Valdepenas Lane, Clifton Park, NY, 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17/2023. 11487 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Olek & Benek LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on October 11, 2023. 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 1 Cheviot Ct, Clifton Park NY 12065. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24/2023. 11498

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LEGALS Notice of formation of Dugan Design Studio LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/20/2023. 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: 29 Casablanca Ct., Clifton Park NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24/2023. 11509 Notice of formation of DAWN LACARTE COACHING & CONSULTING. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/07/2023 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: 75 RAILROAD PLACE, SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24/2023. 11518 Notice of formation of 184 Regent Street, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 08/14/2023. Office location: Saratoga County. The Secretary of State is as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: c/o Pierro, Connor & Strauss, LLC, 43 British American Blvd., Latham, NY 12110. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24/2023. 11544 Beer Belly Apparel LLC Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 10/17/2023. Off. Loc.: Saratoga Co. SSNY desig. as agt. upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, P.O. Box 761, Clifton Park, NY 12065. General Purpose Any lawful purpose permitted. 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24/2023. 11546 Notice of formation of Saratoga Tax Advisors LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/27/2023 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: P.O. Box 294 Saratoga Springs

NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24/2023. 11552 Notice of formation of SHIFTING, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with New York State Dept. of State on 08/10/2023. 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 is to the limited liability company at REPUBLIC REGISTERED AGENT SERVICES INC. 54 STATE STREET, STE 804 ALBANY, NY, 12207. Purpose is any lawful purpose. 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24/2023. 11556 A.Silin Art, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 07/26/23. 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, 3035 Route 50 #1035 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/20, 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24/2023. 11559 Notice of formation of Mary C. Photo, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/29/23. 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: 11 Gleneagles Blvd., Ballston Lake, NY 12019. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01/2023. 11577 Notice of formation of FlavorFleet Enterprises LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/20/2023 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: 18 Huntington Way Ballston Spa NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01/2023. 11579 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Name: 518 Disaster Restoration, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on October 12, 2023. Office

location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to: The LLC, 10 Commerce Park Drive, Gansevoort, NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful act or activities. 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01/2023.11585 Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company. Name: Hudson Heights Developer, LLC (“LLC”). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (“SSNY”) on October 17, 2023. 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 The Limited Liability Company, 235 Bear Hill Road – Suite 400, Waltham, MA 02451. Purpose/character of LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01/2023. 11586 Notice of formation of Orange Sky Property Development, llc. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/10/2013 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: 1059 County Route 70, Stillwater, NY 12170. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/27, 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01/2023. 11603 ADSIT LANE, LLC Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company. Arts of Org. of Adsit Lane, LLC (“LLC”) filed with Dept. of State of NY on October 5, 2023. Office location: Saratoga County. Sec. of State designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: 9 Hampstead Court, Clifton Park, New York 12065, principal business address. LLC does not have a specific date of dissolution. Purpose: All legal purposes. Filer: Lavelle & Finn, LLP, 29 British American Bl., Latham, NY 12110. 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01, 12/08/2023. Notice of formation of Capital Region Wellness NP in Family Health PLLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/20/2023 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the PLLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process

should be mailed to the PLLC at: 25 Sheffield Rd. Gansevoort, NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01, 12/08/2023. 11644 Notice of formation of Patriot Mowers of Saratoga LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/08/2023. 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: 35 Whitney Rd S Saratoga Springs NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01, 12/08/2023. 11645 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: MORNING DEW PROPERTIES LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 07/20/2023. 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 PO BOX 232, SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY 12866. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01, 12/08/2023. 11664 Notice of formation of Braveman, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/31/2023. 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 Nadler Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065 . Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01, 12/08/2023. 11665 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: JEGARG LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 9/20/2023. 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 the process to the LLC c/o Lauren E. Sharkey, Esq., Cioffi Slezak Wildgrube P.C., 1473 Erie Blvd., 1st Fl., Schenectady, NY 12305. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01, 12/08, 12/15/2023. 11673

NOTICE: FORMATION OF HUNTER NP IN FAMILY HEALTH PLLC. Art. of Org. filed w/ NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 9/5/23. Ofc. Loc.: Saratoga Co. SSNY designated as agent for service of process. SSNY to mail copy of process to PLLC at its principal bus. loc., 621 Kirchner Rd, Dalton, MA. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01, 12/08, 12/15/2023. 11674 Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company. The name of the Limited Liability Company is Sorano’s Wildlife Services, LLC. The date of filing of the Articles of Organization with the Department of State was October 19, 2023. The county in New York in which the office of the company is located is Saratoga. The principal place of business for the Limited Liability Company is: 7 Pettis Rd., Gansevoort, NY 12831. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the company upon whom process may be served, and the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the company served upon him or her to Andrew M. Sorano, 7 Pettis Rd., Gansevoort, NY 12831. The business purpose of the company is to engage in any and all business activities permitted under the Laws of the State of New York. 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01, 12/08, 12/15/2023. 11682 Notice of formation of Halfmoon Delivery LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 9/29/2023 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 22 Round Lake NY 12151. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01, 12/08, 12/15/2023. 11684 Notice of formation of Melissa Kahl Art LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/28/2023. 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’s registered agent at: Zenbusiness Inc, 41 State Street, Suite 112, Albany, NY 12207. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01, 12/08, 12/15/2023. 11699

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QUEENSBURY — The Schuylerville Black Horses are bound for the Class C championship after a dominant 35-7 win over Johnstown on Friday, Nov. 3 at Queensbury High School. Martin Flanders Jr. rushed

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red zone and in the fourth-andshort situations,” he said. “Our linemen did a great job blocking and creating holes for our running backs,” said Cumm. “Martin did a good job finding the hole and gaining yards to keep the sticks moving.” “We had a sequence of about eight minutes of clock time that we were really on our heels,” said Coach John Bowen. “We were fortunate enough to keep that zero up on the scoreboard a little bit longer than it probably otherwise would have.” The Black Horses are 9-1 on the season, and will now face Fonda-Fultonville for the Class

C championship on Friday, Nov. 10 at 3 p.m. at Troy High School. Schuylerville last played Fonda on September 1, when they eked out a 34-32 victory. Fonda has since won ten straight games, setting the stage for an exciting rematch against the Black Horses. “To be able to beat a great team like Fonda on Friday, it is going to take eleven guys on each side of the ball for us to execute with high proficiency,” Flanders Jr. said. “It will be important for us to compartmentalize every down.” Coach Bowen noted that the Black Horses would have to

play better than they did against Johnstown in order to defeat Fonda. “We’re certainly not going to be able to play that way against Fonda and expect to still be in the game.” “We are watching film, creating a game plan, and fixing the mistakes that we made last time we played them,” Cumm said. “We are perfecting the little details that most people don’t notice while watching, but have a huge impact on the result of the game.” “It is going to take a sound game overall to win,” said Sherman, “but we are sure capable of doing so.”

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Saratoga-Wilton Elks Host Annual Youth Hoop Shoot by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Kids who are good at shooting free throws and want to make it to the National Basketball Hall of Fame have a golden opportunity awaiting them on Saturday, Dec. 2. The Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge No. 161 will host the annual Hoop Shoot free-throwing competition from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center. “We’re hoping we’re going to have a really good turnout this year,” said Steve Dorsey, director of the event. The Hoop Shoot is free and open to boys and girls between the ages of eight and thirteen.

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Pre-registration is not necessary. Winners in each of the three age groups will receive an invitation to the District Championship, as well as prizes such as trophies and t-shirts. “We have a little award ceremony for them at the SaratogaWilton lodge,” Dorsey said. Should any hoopers win districts, regional, state, and national

championships will follow. National champs will be initiated into the National Basketball Hall of Fame in Massachusetts. “We’ve had some national champions locally,” Dorsey said. “We’ve been fortunate.” For more information about the annual Hoop Shoot competition, contact Steve Dorsey at 518-369-1985.

Christopher Dailey Foundation Thanksgiving Day Saratoga Turkey Trot Open For Sign-Ups

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DIVISION 1 CELTICS VS. 76ERS Celtics 18: Kevin Hoover 10 pts, Dennis Mazur 4 pts 76ers 16: Brayden Reilly 6 pts, Jacob Pinatiello 4 pts

LAKERS VS. MAVS Lakers 11: Alex Peck 4 pts, Hunter Hall 2 pts Mavs 6: William Allen 6 pts

DIVISION 2 WARRIORS VS. CAVS Warriors 17: Matthew Pinatiello 8 pts, Declan Freeland 4 pts Cavs 10: Trevor Moen 2 pts, Brody Gerard 2 pts

CELTICS VS. LAKERS Celtics 16: Asher Rawert 4 pts, Kayden Klippel 4 pts Lakers 12: Elijah Lynch 4 pts, Jace Biss 2 pts

HORNETS VS. KNICKS Hornets: Leif Lawrence 7 pts, Mica Warden 5 pts Knicks: Jack Pilkington 18 pts, Mason Elie 12 pts Note: There is no score for the D2 Knicks/Hornets game because one team had to forfeit.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 23, the Christopher Dailey Foundation will host their 22nd Annual Christopher Dailey 5K Saratoga Turkey Trot. The Run/

Walk will be held on Broadway in Saratoga Springs starting at 8:30 a.m. All proceeds from the event will support the Christopher Dailey Foundation, a non-profit

organization supporting youth needs in the Saratoga community since 2002. For instructions on how to register online, in person, or by mail, visit: christopherdaileyfoundation.com.

DIVISION 3 GRIZZLIES VS. LAKERS Grizzlies 35: Owen Demarco 13 pts, Sam Dunston 6 pts Lakers 16: Sam DeBenedetto 8 pts, John Franck 4 pts

CELTICS VS. TRAIL BLAZERS Celtics 22: Gavin Finn 8 pts, Nicholas France 6 pts Trail Blazers 10: Brady Gaul 3 pts, Satchel Monty 2 pts

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SARATOGA CROSS-COUNTRY SECTIONAL CHAMPS Saratoga Boys & Girls Teams Win; Look to Future

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by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs boys’ and girls’ cross-country teams won section titles in class A and class B on Saturday. Blue Streaks runners Emily Bush and Alycia Hart both broke the course record, with Hart finishing a mere second later than Bush. Anya Belisle also placed within the top five. The three

seniors had an emotional postvictory celebration that capped off a successful season. Four days later, Bush and Belisle participated in a National Letter of Intent signing ceremony at Saratoga Springs High School, where they reflected on their time with the Blue Streaks. “I’ve been competitively running since I was seven years old,” Bush said at the event. “I would like to thank my family for being my biggest fans,

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my teammates for giving me a reason bigger than myself to do what I do, and lastly, my coaches Art and Linda Kranick for helping shape me into the athlete I am today and helping me achieve my wildest dreams.” Belisle also thanked her coaches.“I didn’t know that all these opportunities would be presented to me. They told me but I didn’t really believe them. So, I’m very thankful.” Bush is headed to Providence

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College, while Belisle will attend the University of New Mexico. Not to be outdone, the boys’ cross-country team had five runners in the top eleven spots on Saturday. Sophomore Thomas Isenovski bested all competitors with a time of 15:40. “[Thomas] has really begun to come into his own this season,” said boys varsity coach Shane Zanetti. “He’s always been very talented,” Zanetti said, “but he’s definitely

come into his own as one of the top runners in the state.” Zanetti also praised his team as a whole. “There was only 39 seconds between Thomas and our fifth runner,” he said. “So we take a lot of pride in trying to keep that number nice and tight between one and five and really approach it like a team sport.” The Blue Streaks will now head to the state meet on Saturday, November 11 at VVS High School in Verona, NY.

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Week of November 10 – November 16, 2023

by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saturday, Nov. 18 will be a busy day at the Saratoga Springs Ice Rink on Weibel Ave. After Skidmore takes on New England College, Saratoga firefighters and police officers

will square off in the Holiday Hockey Classic. The game is expected to start around 7pm. Admission is free with the donation of an unwrapped toy. The Classic benefits the Franklin Community Center’s Holiday Assistance Program, which aims to deliver a

Christmas present to every Saratoga child that needs one. This will be the fifth Holiday Hockey Classic. According to the Saratoga Springs Fire Department, each event has yielded bigger crowds and more donations. In 2022, the match raised over $1,000, and more than 700 toys were donated. Photo provided

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Now through December 10, new and unwrapped toys can be donated to more than 80 participating businesses in Saratoga County For participating locations, visit www.toysfortoga.com. Photos provided. See Story pg. 13