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See Story pg. 10

FACELIFT?

Plans Submitted for Downtown Chipotle

CITY SETS SIGHTS ON 24/7 HOMELESS SHELTER

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The city received one response to its RFP seeking to obtain proposals from qualified nonprofit organizations to operate a temporary low-barrier homeless shelter in Saratoga Springs. That respondent is RISE Housing and Support Services.

“The next step for the City

Council is an award of the bid; If that passes then we would enter into a contract with (RISE) and do a budget amendment to pay for the contracted amount,” Saratoga Springs Mayor Ron Kim said on May 31. That potential shelter will serve as a temporary one and in lieu of a permanent shelter site –anticipated to be decided upon at some point this summer.

See Story pg. 9

PLAY IT AGAIN,

Sam!

Photo by Super Source Media. See Story pg. 17

The proposed 2,343 sq. ft. restaurant plan at 12 Ballston Ave. recently submitted to the city’s Planning Board. See Story pg. 8

The Father of New York’s Forest Rangers

by Stephen Williams | Sponsored by The Saratoga County History Roundtable Contact The Saratoga County History Roundtable at: saratogacohistoryroundtable@gmail.com

Driving by the Saratoga Tree Nursery, just south of the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, most of us barely notice the state tree nursery’s rustic entrance sign – and you need to squint to see that its full name is “Colonel William F. Fox Memorial Saratoga Tree Nursery.”

The state Department of Environmental Conservation, which owns the nursery, considers Fox the “father” of today’s DEC forest ranger program, as well as the guy who believed the state should raise young trees for later replanting.

Yet the story of the 19th century Ballston Spa native, who also served with valor in the Civil War, is little-known to the general public.

William Freeman Fox was born in the village on Jan. 11, 1840, the son of a Baptist minister who also served in the State Assembly. As a young man, Fox studied engineering at Union College in Schenectady, graduating in 1860. Soon the nation was roiled by the start of the Civil War, which quickly proved more protracted and bloodier than either side expected. Fox enlisted in the Union Army in Elmira, where his family then lived, in 1862.

Fox entered the army with the rank of captain and commanded C Company of the 107th New York Infantry Regiment, assigned to the Army of the Potomac. The young officer saw his first action at Antietam, where he was wounded. He was promoted to major and was wounded again at Chancellorsville in the spring of 1863. He was a lieutenant colonel by the time he was wounded a third time, at the Battle of Resaca, in Georgia, after his regiment was reassigned to Gen. William T. Sherman’s Georgia campaign. Fox was discharged from the Army in July 1864 but was known as “Colonel Fox” ever after. In the years afterward, he wrote several books about the war.

Fox returned to a lumber business the family had started before the war, and over a couple of decades he became prosperous. In an era when many lumbermen practiced indiscriminate clearcutting, Fox became a proponent of the new science of “conservation forestry,” which sought to use selective cutting to create a sustainable forest resource.

Meanwhile, a debate was on in the New York State Legislature over the future of the Adirondack and Catskill forests – timber interests coveted the lumber, and merchants the free-flowing streams that could be diverted to maintain canal flows. Some of the wealthiest saw their value for wilderness recreation. In 1883, the Legislature prohibited the sale of any more mountain lands to private lumber companies.

In 1885, a new Forest Commission was created to oversee the state’s forest lands. Fox became assistant secretary and advisor to the commission. He recommended state land acquisitions that expanded the Forest Preserve from 715,000 acres when he took office to 1.6 million acres by the time of his death in 1909.

The debate over the future of Adirondack and Catskill forests was settled in favor of keeping state forest lands “forever wild,” and in 1892 the Adirondack Park was created. Fox was named superintendent of state forests.

With the reduction of logging and increased popularity of wilderness recreation, a new problem emerged – wildland forest fires. In some years, hundreds of thousands of acres burned. The state appointed fire wardens to try to control them, but they worked only during emergencies, and local communities were expected to pay their expenses.

Fox spent much of his career advocating for a more robust response. In 1899, he wrote to thenGov. Theodore Roosevelt urging “the organization of an adequate force of forest rangers who should be assigned to districts of a suitable

area, which should be patrolled constantly and thoroughly.” In addition to detecting and fighting fires, the rangers could enforce laws against poaching and investigate illegal logging on state lands, he argued.

A system that became today’s forest rangers was established in 1909, following exceptionally bad fire years in 1903 and 1908. That’s also the year that Fox died, on June 16. He is buried in the Ballston Spa Cemetery.

The name “forest ranger” for the professionalized fire wardens was officially established in 1912, after the Forest, Fish and Game Commission was reorganized and named the Conservation Department. That department became the Department of Environmental Conservation in 1970.

“Considered by many the ‘father” of DEC’s forest rangers, Colonel William F. Fox is arguably one of the most important people in the long-storied history of New York State forest lands and forest management,” DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos said when the Saratoga Tree Nursery was named for Fox in 2019.

The state tree nursery, founded in 1911 and the first of its kind in the nation, grew out of another idea Fox advocated, that the state should take responsibility for planting new trees on burned-over lands.

Stephen Williams is a retired newspaper reporter and the author of a collection of his journalism for the Daily Gazette, “Off The Northway,” published by the Saratoga County History Center.

Col. William F. Fox Memorial Tree Nursery, Dept of Environmental Conservation. Photo provided by The Saratoga County History Roundtable.

Iron Chef Saratoga Event Raises More Than $32K for Wellspring

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Chefs from three prominent area restaurants and bartenders from two popular local bars competed at Airosmith Development’s third annual Iron Chef Saratoga event last week to raise funds for Wellspring, the county’s domestic violence and sexual assault resource agency.

All proceeds from ticket sales – over $32,000 – will go toward the agency’s mission to support survivors and engage the community to end relationship and sexual abuse.

As in the classic Iron Chef culinary game show, chefs were given a secret ingredient and each round was timed. The competing chefs, from well-known Saratoga restaurants 30 Lake, Osteria Danny, and Salt & Char, were a new addition to this year’s Iron Chef. Previous events had featured notable community members cooking and competing, including the event’s creator herself, Margaret Smith-Cassier, founder and CEO of Airosmith Development and longtime member of Wellspring’s Board of Directors. This year’s event also featured a new specialty cocktail competition between bartenders from Spa City Tap and Barrel and Lucy’s Bar.

In addition to the specialty cocktails, the 150 guests in attendance were treated to two rounds of appetizers prepared by each restaurant’s chefs as well as hors d’oeuvres, desserts, a prosecco bar, live music, and the excitement of watching the chefs prepare each dish.

Attendees voted to choose the winners of the evening. Spa City Tap and Barrel was selected as the cocktail competition winner, and 30 Lake was crowned this year’s

Saratoga Springs: June Special Events

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — City Accounts Commissioner

Dillon Moran announced that the following special events will take place in Saratoga Springs:

Saturday, June 3, 2023 –

TUFF eNUFF Mud Run –Prevention Council fundraiser obstacle courses (kids course and teen/adult course) at the BOCES facility on Henning Road.

Iron Chef champs 30 Lake. Photo provided.

Iron Chef, taking home a sizable trophy and bragging rights.

Wellspring is the domestic violence and sexual assault services resource for Saratoga County residents and the sexual assault resource for Washington County. Wellspring’s mission is to support survivors and engage the community to end relationship and sexual abuse.

Wellspring provides emergency shelter, a 24-hour phone hotline, counseling, legal advocacy, housing assistance, innovative programs, and more. All services are free, nonjudgmental, and confidential.

Saturday, June 3, 2023 –Whitman Brewfest fundraiser for Saratoga Pride. This is a ticketed event with samples from local area breweries, food, music, and vendors.

Sunday, June 4, 2023 –

Cantina Kids Fun Run fundraiser for Saratoga Hospital Pediatric

Emergency Services to be held at Congress Park.

Saturday, June 10, 2023 –Annual Flag Day Parade hosted by the Saratoga–Wilton Elks Lodge.

Saturday, June 10, 2023 –Grace Fellowship Outreach event for Grace Fellowship Church.

Sunday, June 11, 2023 –Beekman Street Art Fair with fine art, craft show, street performers, live music, and food trucks.

Saturday, June 17, 2023 – 2nd Annual Cars on Union car show hosted by the Saratoga Auto Museum.

Monday, June 19, 2023 –Symbolic two-and-a-half block walk concluding at the Frederick Allen Lodge.

Sunday, June 25, 2023 –Saratoga Pride Festival celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride at High Rock Park.

Flag Day Parade 2019. Photo by Francesco D'Amico.

Charles R. Dunham

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Charles R. Dunham passed away on May 25 at the age of 100. Calling hours were held, June 1 at Compassionate Funeral Care. Interment will be held at 12:30 on June 2 at Gerald B.H. Solomon National Cemetery in Schuylerville. For online condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.

Odette Boccard Ireland

WILTON — Odette Boccard Ireland passed away on May 24 at the age of 100. The calling hour was held on May 30 at St. John’s Episcopal Church followed by a funeral service. A private graveside service and burial took place following the service. For online condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.

Judith Ann Lanzone

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Judith Ann Lanzone passed away peacefully on Saturday May 27, 2023 at the Wesley Health Care Center. She was 82. Calling hours are Friday June 2, 2023 from 3-5 p.m. at Burke Funeral Home. A funeral home service will follow at 5 p.m. Please visit at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

James C. DesRocher

GREENFIELD CENTER — James C. DesRocher, 82, passed 5/30/2023. Calling hours are 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, 6/3/2023 at Burke Funeral Home followed by a funeral home service and burial at the Greenfield Center Cemetery. Donations to the Estherville Animal Shelter or Community Hospice of Saratoga. Visit burkefuneralhome.com

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Gerald Johnson

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Gerald Johnson passed away on May 25 at his home. At the family’s request there will be no calling hours or service. For online condolences, please visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

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Eugene D. Scarberry

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Eugene D. Scarberry passed away on May 26 at Saratoga Hospital. At the family’s request there will be no calling hours or service. For online condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

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David A. Lowers, 30, of Saratoga Springs, was sentenced to 2 years’ incarceration and 10 years’ post-release supervision, after pleading to rape in the third-degree, charged September-December 2022 in Saratoga Springs.

Michael Vinciguerra, 30, of Malta, was sentenced to 2-4 years’ incarceration, after pleading to felony identity theft, charged August 2022.

William Carr, Jr., 50, of Valley Falls, was sentenced to 1-3 years’ incarceration, after pleading to felony criminal contempt, charged April 2022 in Clifton Park.

Stephen Matthews, 32, of Gansevoort, was sentenced to 3 years’ incarceration and 5 years’ post-release supervision after pleading to seconddegree assault, and 1 year of incarceration after pleading to criminal contempt, charged June 2022 in Moreau. Sentences to run concurrently.

Jennifer J. Havalchak, 36, of Clifton Park, pleaded to aggravated DWI with a child, charged January 2023 in Halfmoon.

Sentencing July 18.

Sarah N. Woody, 42, of Malta, pleaded to reckless endangerment in the first-degree, charged January 2023.

Sentencing June 19.

Cody Cook, 30, of Stillwater, pleaded to felony attempted burglary, charged August 2022 in Malta. Sentencing July 18. Cook additionally pleaded to felony grand larceny, charged November 2022 in Waterford.

Scott A. Johnson, 46, of Galway, was sentenced to 2 years’ incarceration after pleading to criminal possession of a weapon, and menacing, charged October 2022.

Mitchum F. White, 36, homeless/ Saratoga Springs, was sentenced to 2 years’ incarceration and 1 year of post-release supervision, after pleading to attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance, charged January 2022 in Clifton Park.

John Cahill, 25, of Wilton, was sentenced to 1-3 years’ incarceration, after pleading to promoting a sexual performance by a child, charged November 2021.

Caleb Varney, 22, of South Glens Falls, was sentenced to 10 years’ probation, after pleading to rape in the thirddegree, charged May-June 2022 in Moreau.

Jay R. Bradley, 37, of Troy, was sentenced to 5 years’ probation, after pleading to felony DWI, charged May 2022 in Mechanicville.

Ernest Skellie, 32, of Queensbury, was sentenced to time served and 5 years probation, after pleading to felony grand larceny, charged June 2022 in Malta.

Trevor Gould, 33, of Mechanicville, was sentenced to 2-6 years of incarceration, after pleading to criminal possession of a weapon, charged December 2022 in Malta.

Sara M. Seymour, 41, of Lake George, was sentenced to 1

year of incarceration, and 1 year post-release supervision, after pleading to attempted criminal possession of a controlled substance, charged December 2022 in Wilton.

Anthony Duggan, 26, of Hebron, was sentenced to 2 years’ incarceration and 10 years post-release supervision, after pleading to rape in the second-degree, charged January 2022 in Moreau.

Kenon J. Johnson, 26, of Schenectady, pleaded to felony grand larceny, charged May 2022 in Halfmoon.

Sentencing July 24.

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Juan J. Munguia, 34, of Saratoga Springs was charged with felony robbery, and felony grand larceny, in connection with an incident that allegedly occurred at 2:45 a.m. on May 14. Mungia is accused of forcibly taking property from a victim in the area of Lake Avenue and pavilion Row before fleeing on a bicycle.

Jose Colon, 53, of Saratoga Springs, was charged with felony robbery in connection with an alleged assault that occurred on Caroline Street in the early morning hours of May 15.

Gloria Rhodes, 50, of Saratoga Springs, was charged May 19 with assault in the second-degree.

SARATOGA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office members responded to an assault/stabbing in the village of Corinth at approximately 11:40 p.m. on May 12. During the investigation it was determined that two adult males were involved in a physical altercation at the Cumberland Farms. During the altercation one of the males cut the other party on the neck with a knife. The injury was not life threatening. Zachary D. Tremblay, 39, of Corinth, was charged with assault in the second-degree, arraigned and sent to the Saratoga County Correctional Facility in lieu of $20,000 Cash Bail/$40,000 Bond/$200,000 Partially Secured.

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Supervisor Candidate Calls on County Leadership to Amend Emergency Declaration on Immigrants and Asylum Seekers

BALLSTON SPA — Saratoga Springs County Supervisor candidate Gordon Boyd delivered a letter to Saratoga County Board of Supervisors Chair Theodore Kusnierz detailing what Boyd calls problems with the county’s unilateral Emergency Declaration and Order regarding immigrants and asylum seekers.

On May 19, Chairman Kusnierz, declared a State of

Emergency in response to the possible relocation and arrival of a large number of migrants and asylum seekers from New York City. Boyd argued that thousands of backstretch workers, many of Latino or Hispanic background, will soon be coming to Saratoga to stable and train horses for the Thoroughbred meet and that their safety and wellbeing may be detrimentally affected by the county’s

sweeping order.

“It’s a waste of taxpayer dollars,” wrote Boyd. “The county’s statement that we are about to experience ‘an extraordinary increase in the number’ of people coming to the county, and that the county ‘would be especially sensitive to further change in population’ strains credulity. We welcome tens of thousands of visitors every day all summer long.

The difference now involves the reason people are coming here, not the number of them.”

Three candidates - Boyd, a Democrat, Democrat candidate Michele Madigan, and incumbent Republican supervisor Matt Veitch will be vying for two available to represent the city of Saratoga Springs seats at the county level on Election Say in November.

Free June Events at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park

WILTON — Wilton Wildlife

Preserve & Park is a non-profit organization that conserves ecological systems and natural settings while providing opportunities for environmental education and outdoor recreation. They also offer free environmental education events weekly. See the calendar below for upcoming events or visit wiltonpreserve.org.

June 3, 8, and 10 - Painting Workshops: There will be four painting workshops offered by Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park at Camp Saratoga in the town of Wilton. The workshops are scheduled to enjoy the display of beautiful wildflowers in the meadow, such as the wild blue lupine. There will be two workshops for watercolor paints and two for acrylic paints. The watercolor workshops are scheduled for Thursday, June 1 from 12 to 3 p.m. and Saturday, June 3 from 12 to 3 p.m. with

local artist Catherine WagnerMinnery. The acrylic workshops are scheduled for Thursday, June 8 from 12 to 3 p.m. and Saturday, June 10 from 12 to 3 p.m. with local artist Page Darrow.

June 3 - Moonlight Hike: Are you interested in traversing the trails of Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park at night? View nature in a new light as you walk the trails under the light of the full, Strawberry Moon. The walk covers approximately 1.5 miles of trail. The program is scheduled for Saturday June 3 beginning at 8:30 p.m. This is a free program guided by an environmental educator.

June 7 - Karner Blue Butterfly Weekly Walks: These walks celebrate the endangered Karner blue butterfly and walk around its habitat. They will take place on Wednesdays starting on May 31 and continue through June 28. The walks begin at 1:30 p.m. and

leave from the parking area for the Old Gick Farm on Route 50, which is just under 4 miles past Wilton Mall. The walks last about an hour and cover a mile of gently rolling terrain. There is also a walk scheduled on Saturday, June 10 at 1:30 p.m. The walks will not take place if there is rain. Please dress appropriately for weather and insects.

June 9 - Campfire Chats: On Friday, June 9 at 7:30 p.m., the Campfire Chat at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park will focus on the endangered Karner blue butterfly. In addition to the discussion, participants will enjoy hanging out around the fire for cocoa and s’mores. This is a free, all-ages program and will take place at the Town of Wilton’s Camp Saratoga.

June 10 - Invasive Species Training: Join a training webinar hosted by PRISM (Partnership for Regional Species Management)

to learn about iMap Invasives and some common invasive species to look for as you walk and hike in our region and beyond. The online training will take place on Tuesday, June 6 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. After registering, the link for the program will be emailed. After attending the webinar, join PRISM and educators from Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park on Saturday, June 10, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. to go on a guided walk to use iMap Invasives hands on and look for invasive species in real time.

Registration is required. Space is limited. To register please visit wiltonpreserve.org, and click on the ‘Public Programs’ tab, then ‘Calendar of Events’ to access the online registration form. For more information, please contact the Preserve & Park office at 518-450-0321 or via email at info@wiltonpreserve.org.

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Brandtville Boogie: June 10 Walking Tour of Historically African American Neighborhood

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

On Saturday, June 10, at 10:30 a.m.. the Saratoga Springs History Museum presents “Brandtville Boogie,” a fun, family-friendly walking tour where guests can enjoy the scenic beauty and historic interest of the neighborhood known as Brandtville.

BALLSTON SPA —

The Saratoga County History Center launches its summer series, “Fridays in the Garden,” at 2:30 p.m. on June 9 with the program Hear the Buzz: Launching a Pollinator Garden.

Upcoming events include June 16 – Step into a Colonial Dooryard Garden; July 28 – Meet the Three Sisters, and Aug. 4 –Are All Nightshades Deadly?

The programs are held in the gardens of Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa. All

programs are free to attend, though donations are welcome and appreciated. Registration for each program is preferred, but not required.

The programs will be led by Kathleen Royka, with guest speakers, Jere Blackwelder and Mina Dunnum. At each talk, questions and discussions are encouraged on any gardening issue. Children are welcome, and there will be toys and games of the 18th century to discover.

For more information, go to: www.brooksidemuseum.org.

During the nearly 1-mile loop participants are invited to look for the oldest homes in the neighborhood and identify other interesting remnants of this historically African American rural community that dates back to the late 1800s.

The tour is led by Carol Daggs, a descendant of the original Brandtville residents and author of Saratoga Soul Brandtville Blues. The starting/ending point is 29 Doten Avenue, located at the southeastern edge of Saratoga Springs. Between the dog park and the Racino, this quiet neighborhood is like a verdant extension of the Spa State Park.

Tickets are $15 for History Museum members, $25 for nonmembers at saratogahistory.org/ events. Children age 12 and under can attend for free and must be accompanied by a parent or

guardian. Maximum group size: 25. Rain date: Sunday, June 11, same time.

For more information, call 518-584-6920 or visit www. saratogahistory.org.

Kathleen Royka leading a discussion. Photo provided.

Saratoga Springs History Museum Board Member Carol Daggs presents a Guided Tour of Her Ancestral Community. Photo provided.

New Start for City Council Meetings: 6 p.m.

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

City Mayor Ron Kim announced that starting with its meeting Tuesday, City Council meetings will begin at 6 p.m.

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The meetings will proceed in this way: Call to order at 6 p.m. and continue onto Consent agenda, Presentations (if any), Executive sessions (if any), and Supervisors’ reports. Public hearings (on specific items) and the (general) public

comment period will begin at 7. Continue with regular order of meeting – Mayor’s Department, Accounts Department, Finance Department, Department of Public Works, and Department of Public Safety. A second public comment period follows.

Facelift? Plans Submitted for Downtown Chipotle

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The city stages regularly scheduled meetings by three Land Use Boards that review development activities within city boundaries. Those boards are typically where new development projects, or alterations to existing developments are discussed.

The Saratoga Springs Planning Board is a 7-member citizen board that has jurisdiction over the development of most new multi-family, commercial, institutional and industrial projects.

The Saratoga Springs Design Review Board is a 7-member citizen board which reviews development activities within city boundaries - Historic Review, and Architectural Review.

The Saratoga Springs Zoning

Board of Appeals (ZBA) is a quasi-judicial 7-member citizen board that reviews requests for waivers from existing regulations in the zoning ordinance.

Multiple workshops and

meetings are held monthly related to all three boards. The meetings are open to the public. For a specific schedule of meetings and agenda items, visit the city website at: Saratoga-springs.org.

The city of Saratoga Springs is scheduled to unveil responses to its call for Climate Action Plan consultants on June 6. Graphic: www.cityoftacoma.org.

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The City of Saratoga Springs has put out a call for bids in its search for consultants to collaborate with the city to define and create a Climate Action Plan.

The bids were initially scheduled to be unsealed on May 30. That day has been moved to June 6, at 2 p.m.

The scope of services requested of the consultant include engaging city staff and Commissioners to secure feedback on planning aspects that impact various city departments, hosting a Public Meeting to present general information and benefits to the public, developing

an inventory and gathering data related to city emissions, and Identifying climate action goals, setting GHG reduction targets for city operations, and finalizing a Climate Action Plan.

On December 20, 2011, the Saratoga Springs City Council unanimously approved the Climate Smart Communities Resolution and pledged to be a Climate Smart City. The five-member council, under the leadership of then-Mayor Scott Johnson, asserted in its resolution that it “believes that climate change poses a real and increasing threat to local and global governments which is primarily due to the burning of fossil fuels,” and set a series of steps to “reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to a changing climate.”

City Development: A proposed 2,343 sq. ft. restaurant was recently submitted to the city’s Planning Board at 12 Ballston Ave. pictured above.

City Sets Sights On 24/7 Homeless Shelter

continued from front page... years as required.” Additionally, it specified that the city anticipates awarding a 6-month contract for the remainder of 2023 and a subsequent one 1- year contract with up to three 3 additional 1-year renewal periods.

At the time it issued the RFP (Request for Proposal), the city was engaged in hoping to secure a public-private partnership by June 1 with the locally based RISE Housing and Support Services to provide a year-round, low-barrier, 24/7 interim homeless shelter at 4 Adelphi St. The agreement was to be discussed at length and voted on by the council in early May, but the item was pulled from the table after the council deemed an RFP for the project would first be required.

Several weeks later, the one respondent to the proposal eventually turned out to be RISE Housing and Support Services. The organization detailed $239,385 as the amount needed as an operating budget to hire, train and staff the program, as well as maintain the facility. According to the RFP, contractors were requested to submit an annual proposed operating budget.

That initial draft agreement stipulated the city provide funds to operate the interim shelter from the date of execution to Dec. 31, 2023, and pledged sufficient monetary resources to fully fund the operations of the facility “for the 2024 Fiscal year and such future

CITY STILL SEEKS A PERMANENT SHELTER

The Mayor’s Task Force on Homelessness is currently searching for a permanent site for a homeless shelter and navigation center and is anticipated to provide its recommendations to the City Council in July.

The Taskforce was formed In February 2023 and was charged with determining a working definition of “low-barrier,” determining whether there is a need in the city for a low-barrier shelter, providing recommendations for a possible location for a low-barrier shelter, and offering recommendations on possible funding sources for the operation of such a shelter.

The implementation of any proposed shelter by the Taskforce, however, is anticipated to take several months or some years to complete. With the recent RFP, the city is hoping to create a temporary shelter for the unhoused in Saratoga Springs as an interim solution.

The Adelphi Street building

Union Avenue Street Tree Maintenance Starts June 5

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is the venue that served as the last city winter-seasonal temporary shelter. That lease, which was $8,000 per month and involved the Shelters of Saratoga organization, expired April 30. In previous years of operation, Saratoga County as well as the State have provided some level of funding support for shelter operations. When asked in April about the county’s potential support of a shelter based in Saratoga Springs, Saratoga County Board of Supervisors Chairman Todd Kusnierz said: “We will entertain any proposal that is provided to us.”

Commissioner Jason Golub announced that the Urban Forestry Division will be performing street tree maintenance on Union Avenue Starting on June 5.

The work will take approximately five days with brief lane closures for the removal of twelve large trees in various states of decline under power lines, and the planting of twenty-four utility-line friendly trees.

The project will be performed in coordination with National Grid’s tree service vendor to trim trees around power lines. Removals will occur from Monday through Wednesday,

and new plantings will take place on Thursday and Friday. Newly planted trees will be eligible for a $50 reimbursement, to the City, from National Grid as part of their “10,000 Trees” initiative.

Photo by Super Source Media

Saratoga Springs Dem. Mayoral Primary Event June 12

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The public is invited to submit questions for incumbent city Mayor Ron Kim and mayoral challenger Chris Mathiesen in advance of the city’s Democratic Party Primary, which will take place June 27, with Early Voting beginning June 17.

The “Meet The Candidates” event will take place virtually, from 7:30-8:30 p.m. on Monday, June

12. The event will be live streamed on Zoom webinar and hosted by the League of Women Voters of Saratoga County - a local chapter of the League of Women Voters of New York State and the national League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan organization whose stated mission is to encourage informed and active participation in government.

Questions: The public is encouraged to submit questions for the candidates by June 9, 2023, to QuestionsLWVSC@gmail.com with “Mayor” in the subject line.

Questions should be addressed to both candidates, represent a broad range of topics and not contain personal attacks.

The general election will take place in November for the twoyear mayoral term. The Saratoga Springs Republican Committee has endorsed John Safford as the GOP’s candidate for mayor.

In Saratoga Springs, there are just over 8,300 registered Democrats eligible to vote in the June 27 Primary. The city counts just over 5,800 registered Republicans, and 5,500 “blank” voters – or those registered to vote with no party affiliation, according to the Board of Elections.

Saratoga Springs Appoints New Police Chief

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Saratoga Springs Police Lt. Tyler McIntosh has been appointed the city’s new Chief of Police, Commissioner of Public Safety Jim Montagnino said in a statement.

A 2012 graduate of Plattsburgh State University summa cum laude, McIntosh joined the Saratoga Springs Police Department later that same year. He also continued his education and earned a Masters Degree in Public Administration (with a Leadership Concentration) from Marist College in 2019, with a cumulative Grade Point Average of 4.0. He also recently earned a Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Education from the University of Virginia. McIntosh is currently enrolled in the FBI National Academy and will be graduating on June 8.

Current city Police Chief Shane Crooks has filed retirement

papers effective June 30.

“After many years of faithful service to our community, we gratefully wish Chief Crooks and his family the very best for the future,” said Montagnino, in a statement.

In the Saratoga Springs Police Department, McIntosh rose through the ranks from Patrol

Officer to Patrol Sergeant; was later promoted to Patrol Lieutenant; and was then assigned the duties of Accreditation Lieutenant upon the retirement of Lt. Robert Jillson. Since 2006, McIntosh has served in the United States Army Reserve and the New York Army National Guard, where he currently holds the rank of Major.

Incumbent Mayor Ron Kim (left), and challenger Chris Mathiesen (right).

Photo: lwv.saratoga.

Lt. Tyler McIntosh has been promoted to Saratoga Springs Chief of Police.

BALLSTON

Brookview Court Inc sold property at 64 Arcadia Ct to Bruce Stanley for $353,371

Lance Evans sold property at 357 Hop City Rd to Laurie Boucher for $440,000

Timothy Board sold property at 39 Long Creek Dr to Eric Williams for $653,000

Eastline Holdings LLC sold property at 23 Timber Creek Dr to Tharun Rallabandi for $709,233

MALTA

Mary Deblasiis sold property at 9 North Ridge to Francis Foti for $367,500

Thomas Felice sold property at 20 Ordelia Lane to John Rice for $434,000

Aura Mahoney sold property at 676 East Line Rd to Zachary Porter for $320,000

3D Lundy LTD sold property at 2782 NYS Rt 9 to Sage Estates Malta LLC for $2,380,000

Christopher Busold sold property at 106 9th St to 106 9th St LLC for $200,000

Rebecca Hoffmann sold property at 254 Old Post Rd to Anthony Panipinto for $405,000

Ellen Pike sold property at 2 Troy Ave to Lisa Schroeder for $130,000

Catherine Dufkin sold property at 5 Maple Forest Dr to Jeffrey Dekalb for $555,000

Alfred Allen sold property at 70 Shore Avenue to Douglas Clark for $300,000

SARATOGA

Anthony Praga sold property at 31 Myers Lane to Casey Gilligan for $236,000

Luca Bordignon sold property at 1 Washington St to Joseph Mackey for $234,325

SARATOGA SPRINGS

Helen Porter sold property at 5 Birch Run Dr to Robin Guarino for $460,000

Glen Harland sold property at 10 Jenee Way to Kevin Carcaterra for $315,000

Michael Rieder sold property at 5 Doggetts Coat Pl to Anthony Adler for $902,000.

Boghosian Brothers Inc. sold property at 481 Grand Ave to Alan Tapley for $703,455

Derek Miller sold property at 21 Deerleap Pl to Nicholas French for $339,900

Peter Maioriello sold property at 663 Crescent Ave to Patricia Tuz for $750,000

Kain Development LLC sold property at Walden Lane to Darryl DeHaas for $197,000.

Steven Dunker sold property at 14 Clement Ave to Gray Gables LLC for $3,450,000

WILTON

Stephen Horne sold property at 227 Northern Pines Rd to Daniel Ciampino for $449,000.

Brenda Gonzalo sold property at 8 Kyer Farm Rd to Elizabeth Fisher for $654,540

Rizaldy Pajaron sold property at 49 Timbira Dr to Keegan Paye for $431,000

Christopher Dunn sold property at 100 Damascus Dr to Kelly Smith for $404,000.

Adam Costello sold property at 5 Ryanwood Ct to Matthew Wilson for $405,000

Mason Durrin sold property at 102 Blanchard Rd to Shawn Thomson for $410,000

This beautiful home at 3 Evergreen Dr in Wilton was listed by Tara Garrett of Roohan Realty and sold for $349,900.

Skin By ASK Opens in Downtown Saratoga Springs

Luxury Skin Specialist Brings Celebrity Favorite High Tech Skincare Treatments to Upstate NY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Andrew Stephen Kelly has announced the official grand opening of his luxury boutique medical spa, Skin By ASK, located at 29 Church Street in Saratoga Springs.

Kelly has worked for some of the top skin care practices in New York City and started his first location in Latham. He recently moved his practice to downtown Saratoga Springs, bringing his specialized techniques to the Capital Region.

“Saratoga Springs is a magical place with such great energy and lots of other talented entrepreneurs and small businesses. I’m so grateful to be a part of this community and to be able to bring something different to the area,” said Kelly in a press release.

A licensed aesthetician for over eight years, Kelly is certified in a wide variety of treatments, including laser treatment, microneedling, chemical peels, and radiofrequency technology. He said Skin By ASK specializes

in “non-invasive, rejuvenating types of treatments.”

Skin By ASK is the exclusive and first-ever provider in the Capital Region area to have Biologique Recherche Paris, Raja Medical Ionix and Lutronic TotalSkin treatments. Skin By ASK offers a menu of high-end medical spa services including injectables, laser, microneedling, skin tightening, facials, hydrafacial, chemical peels, and skin care lines.

Kelly said the company will also return to Latham this summer, with plans of opening a second location at 959 Louden Rd. The company’s current spot at 29 Church Street is a “great location,” in downtown Saratoga, Kelly said.

“There’s a lot of natural light, so the space just has a great energy along with the community in general, which I love the feel of,” Kelly said. “Just happy to be part of the Saratoga business community, and hopefully adding value for the people that live in the community.”

Kelly has worked with celebrities like Naomi Campbell, Alexander Wang, Nate Berkus, several Victoria Secret models and more to prep their skin for events, photoshoots, and movies.

Skin By ASK is the only practice in Saratoga Springs to offer the Lutronic TotalSkin treatment. ASK also offers Raja Medical Ionix treatments used by celebrities around the globe prior to red carpets and events.

Skin By ASK had a soft

opening in the fall, and recently held its official grand-opening on May 19. The company is a family business, co-owned by Kelly and his mother, Barbara Kelly.

“Me and my mom run the business. So we really care about each person that comes in,” Kelly said. “We have a smaller, familyowned atmosphere, and try to give that personal touch to each person.”

Skin By ASK was created by Kelly to not only help clients look their best but feel their best from

the inside out.

“This was my goal in opening up my own practice and is the most rewarding part of my job, seeing people flourish when they are confident in themselves,” said Kelly in the press release. “It’s a beautiful thing to help someone who is struggling with their skin.”

To schedule an appointment with Skin By ASK, call the spa at 518-886-1007, email Andrew at andrew@skinbyask.com or book online at www.skinbyask.com.

Photo provided.

Galway Public Library Holding Budget Vote & Election June 7

GALWAY — Galway Public Library, 2112 East St. in Galway, will hold its annual budget vote and Board of Trustees election at the library on June 7, from 2 to 8 p.m. There is one vacancy on the board. Santina Florio is running to fill the seat she vacated. More information is available at www.galwaypubliclibrary.org.

Benson’s Pet Center Dock Dogs 2023

CLIFTON PARK — Benson’s Pet Center presents Dock Dogs 2023, taking place at Clifton Park Benson’s on June 9, 10, 11, featuring 28 animal focused vendors, plus food and an ice cream truck.

Benson’s Pet Center will bring Dock Dogs to 12 Fire Rd for the sixth time. Dock Dogs 2023 will feature three different dock diving events. Dogs jump for distance, height, and also compete in a speed retrieval event.

This year, the event will have:

•Two huge grand prizes. There will be a Vendor card available upon your arrival. If you visit each vendor and get their stamp/ signature, you can enter your card into either grand prize option. Grand Prize #1 is provided by Instinct Pet Food for two tandem sky dives with the video package at Saratoga Skydive. Grand Prize

#2 is provided by Primal Pet Food for six Diamond Season Passes for the Great Escape.

• 25 Pet product vendors

• Teagan’s Lemonade Stand to benefit Veterans Coalition Housing Community.

• Food! Grill items and sides will be for sale.

• Ice Cream from Pirate’s Cove. All homemade hard ice cream plus dog ice cream.

• Dock Dogs 2023 is brought to you by Canidae Pet Food.

“Watching dogs compete by running down the dock, jumping high into the air and landing in water all while catching and retrieving things are insanely great for spectators but also pure joy for dogs and the Dock Dog’s events are a clear leader in enabling love of dogs and family fun,” said DOGZ CEO Rob Urbach.

Saratoga County Career Center Announces June Virtual Workshops

BALLSTON SPA — The Saratoga County Career Center in conjunction with the Greater Capital Region Career Centers will hold the following free virtual career workshops in June:

June 7 at 10 a.m.: Resume Development. This workshop presents the basics of a powerful and effective cover letter including formatting, tailoring to the job, and getting through the online application process to land an interview. Please have a rough draft of your resume with you. Facilitated by Rensselaer & Columbia-Greene.

June 13 at 10:30 a.m.: Interview Preparation. Learn how to articulate your strengths, what questions to expect, how to address difficult topics, and ace the interviewing process. Facilitated by Schenectady.

June 17 at 10 a.m.: Goal

Setting. This workshop explores how goal setting works, why goals are important, and provides helpful resources to get you started to reach your dreams. Facilitated by Washington and Albany.

June 15 at 11 a.m.: Completing Job Applications. Statistics show approximately 50% of mid-sized companies and almost all large corporations use an applicant tracking system to screen candidates for job opportunities. Learn how to prepare your online application to get the most visibility from hiring managers. Facilitated by Warren and Washington.

June 22 at 1:30 p.m.: Social Media. Your social media presence can make or break your ability to find a job. Learn how to use social media to your advantage in searching for a job and marketing yourself to land the job or career

you’ve always wanted. Facilitated by Schenectady.

June 27 at 11 a.m.: Overcoming Barriers. Join an informal discussion about how to overcome potential stumbling blocks to finding a job. Whether you’re facing transportation needs, childcare needs, prior justice system involvement, inexperience, health concerns or more, this workshop will provide you with resources and strategies to help you meet your goals. Facilitated by Saratoga and Fulton-Montgomery-Schoharie. Registration is required for all workshops. Visit thejoblink. org/calendar to register or call the Saratoga County Career Center at 518-884-4170 for more information. The workshops are offered as part of the Saratoga County Career Center’s WorkPays! workforce education campaign.

Photo by Precise Image Creations, edited by Benson’s Pet Center.

June Is Pride Month! LGBTQ+ Employees Are Protected In The Workplace

by Giovanna D’Orazio, of D’Orazio Peterson for Saratoga TODAY

Members of the LGBTQ+ community are protected from discrimination and harassment in the workplace under both New York State and federal law. The New York Human Rights Law explicitly lists sexual orientation and gender identity as protected statuses, and the United States Supreme Court –in the landmark 2020 civil rights case Bostock v. Clayton County – found that Title VII’s prohibition against sex discrimination encompasses both sexual orientation and gender identity.

New York’s law more expressly addresses issues relating to gender

identity because of GENDA (the Gender Expression NonDiscrimination Act). Specifically, GENDA applied the protections of New York’s human rights laws to gender identity and expression, which are defined as “a person’s actual or perceived gender-related identity, appearance, behavior, expression, or other genderrelated characteristic regardless of the sex assigned to that person at birth, including, but not limited to, the status of being transgender.”

What does this mean? Most of us are familiar with what it means to target someone because of their sexual orientation, i.e., someone’s physical, romantic or emotional attraction to another person. Some of us are more recently learning about gender identity and what it means to be transgender, i.e., that someone’s gender identity is different from the one they were assigned at birth. Individuals are also protected from gender stereotyping,

i.e., you do identify as the same gender you were assigned at birth, but you don’t, for example, dress in the way one expects a woman or a man to dress and you are targeted for that reason.

What is illegal? Antidiscrimination statutes prohibit employers from taking what we call an “adverse employment action” – like getting fired or not being promoted – against an employee because of that employee’s protected status. Most employees

are “at will”, meaning they can be fired at any time for any reason, so the sticking point in any employment case is demonstrating that the employee was targeted because of their protected status and not some other reason, even if we don’t agree with it.

These laws also protect employees from harassment based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. When harassment rises to the level of a hostile work environment and, in extreme cases, to the employee’s forced resignation, they can also have a claim under the anti-discrimination laws. The law also encourages employees to complain about harassment, and those complaints – assuming they specifically raise the illegal reason – are protected from retaliation.

What can I do if I am targeted? Making an internal complaint to your boss or HR is always an option, and the law encourages this type of complaint particularly if the harasser or wrongdoer is a coworker. Retaliation is always a risk, but this can be an opportunity for the employer to make things right. You can also make a complaint to the EEOC (this is required to preserve federal claims) or to the New York State Division of Human Rights (this is optional). Lawsuits are also an option and employees are allowed to make immediate claims in court under New York State law which, unlike federal law, does not require making a complaint to an agency first.

This article is for informational purposes and should not be relied on as legal advice or in taking action at work. Every situation is different and you should consult your employee handbook and

home & Garden

Gardening Healthy Lawn Tips with Peter Bowden

Written & Photographed by Peter Bowden for Saratoga TODAY

After our herky-jerky spring with early heat and late frost, it was easy to miss just how dry it has been, and our lawns are starting to dry out and struggle. The first step in helping your lawn survive dry summer weather is to let your lawn get taller…as tall as your lawn mower will adjust… maybe 4” to 5”. If you mow your lawn very short as we have been all spring (which was OK at that time), the sun will heat the soil to temperatures that will permanently kill the roots of your grass. Letting the lawn grow taller allows the blades of grass to shade the soil preventing soil temperatures from getting high enough to cause permanent damage to the roots. You may like the look of a shorter lawn, but if the soil temperature goes above 85° to 90° for three consecutive days, the root system dies. Once that happens, you’re looking at a lot of grass seed and a lot of watering in late summer and early fall as you try to replace a lawn that could’ve been saved had you allowed the grass to get taller during dry summer weather

Traditional wisdom tells us that, for a lawn to remain healthy, it needs an inch of water a week. What you need to know, though, is that the lawn needs that inch of water all at once to get any real benefit from it.

This means that you should water your lawn heavily then not at all for a week. With a limited amount of water available to most of us, we have the tendency to try and move the sprinkler around the yard to make sure that we get the whole lawn watered at one time without any regard to whether it is getting enough water for more than temporary relief. I’d like to suggest a different way. If you have watering restrictions that only allow you to water every other day for two hours, let your lawn sprinkler soak one area for the full two hours. When your next watering opportunity arrives, move the lawn sprinkler to the next section and soak it with at least an inch of water. Folks with underground sprinkling systems need to follow the same advice. These systems can be programmed to water different zones at different times. Unfortunately, most folks set them up to water each zone for ten or twenty minutes every day. Instead, set them up to soak one zone each day with an inch of water then do a different zone the next day. The reason for all this is to take the best advantage of the limited water we have. By putting

an inch of water on the lawn, you’ll be soaking the soil to a depth of 6”. Water at this depth in the soil will not evaporate quickly, and it’s where the roots of the grass are located so it can be absorbed. Quickly spraying the lawn might perk it up briefly but most of that moisture is lost to evaporation and can never penetrate deep into the soil to get to the roots. At this point folks will ask me, “How long do I need to leave the sprinkler on to put on an inch of water?” Since we all have different lawn sprinklers and water pressure, I can’t answer that question. This is something we must all determine on our own. You can get a rain gauge and leave it out there until it has an inch of water in it. There’s no need to buy a rain gauge though (but they are handy). You simply need to take a small, empty tuna fish can and place it in the area you’re watering and don’t shut it off until it is full. Make a mental note of how long it took, and you’ll always know how long your setup takes to put out an inch of water. That’s it. Water deeply, then take a break for a week.

Thanks for the read!

Stop the low mow during hot summer weather.

Raise your mower blade to its highest setting

An inch of water finishes the job.

WOMEN of Influence SARATOGA COUNTY’S

2008

Marianne Barker

Julie Bonacio

Kari Cushing

Marie Glotzbach

Susan Halstead

Terry Lee

Margie Rotchford

Dee Sarno

Linda Toohey

Dottie Nixon

2009

Elizabeth Alexander

Susan Dake

Karen Deandrea

Krystle Nowhitney

Benita Zahn

2010

Karen Dake

Francine Dingman

Sandy Foster

Barbara Glaser

Natalie Sillery

2011

Michelle Larkin

Sara Mannix

Rabbi Motzkin

Cindy Munter

Mary C. Powers

Jamie Williams

2012

Sue Commanda

Stephanie Ferradino

Mary Gavin

Valeri Muratori

Melissa Ward

Melissa Zeiker

2013

Joanne DiMarco

Cynthia Hollowood

Meg Kelly

Michele Riggi

Holly Schwarz-Lawton

Theresa Skaine

Robin Solomon

2014

Colleen Carlson

Karen Flewelling

Kathleen Fyfe

Jessica Patriccione

Heather Straughter

Amy Sutton

2015

Paula Fidalgo

Kim Klopstock

Tara Pleat

Amy Raimo

Patty Riggi

Nancy Trimbur

2016

Shelly Amato

Libby Coreno

Gayle Lasalle

Jane Mastaitis

Laura Obrien

Miyo Reed

Christianne Smith

2017

Lisa Breen

Robin Dalton

Teddy Foster

Karen Heggen

Jane Kromm

Lynette Whaley

2018

Angela Amedio

Laura DiRado

Patty Laudicina

Michele Madigan

Cindy Phillips

Dora Lee Stanley

2019

Maggie Fronk

Bo Goliber

Dr. Renee Goodemote

Megan Harris-Pero

Elizabeth Sobol

2020

Rev. Kate Forer

June MacClelland

Molly McMaster

Morgoslepov

Kathy McNeice

Lisa Moser

Shelby Schneider

2021

Lisa Avila

Catherine Hover

Dr. Katrin Ramsey

Elizabeth Schlegel

Mary Solomons

Kate Towne

2022

Lt. Laura Emanatian

Michele Funiciello

Lisa Mitzen

Heidi Owen West

Laura Perretta

2023

Samantha Bosshart

Stephanie Collins

Sister Charla Commins

Linda Kranick

Deneen Palmateer

Maddy Zanetti

PLAY IT AGAIN, SAM! Sam the Bugler: Back at Belmont. Once more, with feeling.

by M.E. Altieri for Saratoga TODAY

Fans of horse racing who attend this year’s Belmont Stakes will find many things that are familiar, and comforting. PostPandemic Life still is rife with many uncertainties: to take a day off, and experience things as we knew them before Covid, is a gift. At Beautiful Belmont Park, Canada geese still soar the skies, landing on their Infield Pond with ballet-like beauty, and grace. The neighing of thousands of horses in the barns greet fans as they arrive, soothing with their ancient song.

Race fans, especially New Yorkers, are particularly proud of Big Sandy, Belmont’s magnificent dirt track. The geese’s Infield is enormous: large enough to land a 747. The track itself is deeper than

most tracks, due to NYRA’s proprietary recipe: more sand in its mix (with clay and silt) than other tracks = more of a challenge to runners. (That recipe makes Big Sandy deep-enough to unnerve horses and jockeys who’ve never experienced it before.)

Big Sandy is the quicksand over which Secretariat flew with otherworldly speed, 50 years ago this month. Big Red, stared Big Sandy in the eye, and didn’t blink.

This year’s Belmont Stakes will offer familiar, comforting sounds both to those on-track, and to the millions worldwide who’ll see the race on their TVs, computers and smartphones. On June 10th, the legendary Sam Grossman – Sam the Bugler – will grace his Belmont winner’s circle once again.

In 2022, he stepped back a

bit to tend to personal matters. These days, he’s channeling his tremendous talents and energies into teaching music in a public school, north of Miami – sharing his wealth of knowledge and passion with a new generation of young musicians. (Sam’s fans won’t be surprised by this information; he has a long reputation for generosity of spirit.)

He doesn’t dismiss the idea of playing occasionally at Saratoga, of course, and he’ll play other NYRA special occasions. But as of this writing, June 10th is the chance for race fans to witness the master’s joyous return to his home turf, playing his song. And – bonus! – this year, Sam will play First Call (Call to the Post) with his twin brother, Irv Grossman and his close friend, Bethann Dixon. The dynamic trio brings

special magic to those 34 notes, notes that have set hearts and imaginations afire at tracks all over the world since at least the

late 1850s. On June 10th, ontrack or virtually, fans can request: “Play it again, Sam.” Once more, with feeling.

Photo by George Adams

Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs Summer Camp

The Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs is the only Preschool through Grade 12 independent school in Saratoga County, serving the community for over 40 years. We provide an age-appropriate curriculum and create multiple experiential, immersive learning opportunities that support artistic, academic, physical, and social growth. Our school values and promotes justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion to cultivate social responsibility, personal integrity, intellectual curiosity, and practical capacities.

We’re Expanding! Our Early Childhood Programs are now at two distinct locations - a beautiful In-Town Campus and our beloved Forest Campus. Now offering full-day and half-day options for children ages 3 - 6. Enrollment for 2023-2024 opens March 1. Contact us to learn more or to schedule a tour today.

And Introducing- Waldorf Explorations: Highschool beyond the classroom.

We’re launching a new program to allow high school students to follow their passions by creating their own path which leads to a NYS high school diploma. The “Waldorf Explorations” program is an individualized plan alongside traditional in-person classes. This program can incorporate outside experiences, independent study, alternative forms of education, international exchange, and college level courses. We’re partnering with local colleges, international Waldorf schools, art studios, professionals, and experenced-based organizations to create alternative education pathways to meet a wide array of interests and possibilities.

FOREST SUMMER CAMP | 45 Kaydeross Avenue West | Ages 3-6

June 12 - July 21 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Located on Spa State Park land, our one-of-a-kind Forest campus features numerous forested hiking trails and ample yard space for climbing, gardening, digging, playing, and working. The farmhouse provides a nurturing indoor space and respite from extreme weather.

LOWER SCHOOL CAMP | 62 York Avenue | Grades 1-5

June 19 - July 28 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Come walk to the many local parks with us for water play, games, and a picnic lunch. Then head back to school for crafts, free play, stories, and snacks in the shady yard of our beloved Lower School campus.

ENROLLING FOR FALL 2023-2024 | Preschool - Grade 12

Contact: admissions@waldorfsaratoga.org

www.waldorfsaratoga.org

FOREST CAMP SCHEDULE

Week 1 - June 12-16

Wonder with Bubbles & Water

Week 2 - June 19-23

The Dynamics of Air

Week 3 - June 26-30

Discover the Earth

Week 4 - July 3-7

The Wonderful World of Bugs

Week 5 - July 10-14

Trees & Flowers

Week 6 - July 17-21

Cooking at the Forest

LOWER SCHOOL SCHEDULE

Week 1 - June 19-23

Wet Felting

Week 2 - June 26-30

Needle Crafting

Week 3 - July 3-7

Create and Construct

Week 4 - July 10-14

Yoga & Nature Crafts

Week 5 - July 17-21

Cooking Class

Week 6 - July 24-28

Design & Daydream

For any questions, email admissions@waldorfsaratoga.org

Maple Ave Middle School premieres ‘The Gift Forever Ours’ In Honor of Longtime Music Teacher ‘Ro’ Koch

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Maple Avenue Middle School honored longtime band teacher Rose Marie ‘Ro’ Koch on Thursday, hosting a concert at Trombley Auditorium in Koch’s memory.

Koch taught in the district from 1977 to 2008 and passed away in 2009. The concert was highlighted by the sixth-grade band’s performance of “The Gift Forever Ours,” the world premiere of a piece commissioned by Koch’s sister, Lynne Cooke, in her honor.

Jonathan Doyle, music teacher at Maple Avenue Middle School, said he was first taught by Koch at age six, and said the concert was “a

good way to honor her memory.”

“She was a sixth-grade band teacher herself, so we just figured that would be a good way to honor her memory and celebrate her life in that regard,” said Doyle.

Doyle said he also took piano and clarinet lessons with Koch. He eventually began working alongside Koch after being hired as a music teacher at Maple Ave in 2003.

“So she was my piano and band teacher for several years, and then in 2003, I came up to interview for a position in the school here, and she was on the committee that was interviewing me,” Doyle said. “She gave me a huge hug when I came in the building, and when I got the job, we were working together.”

Doyle’s experience was just one of “thousands” of students who were influenced by Koch and her love of music. Doyle said Koch taught elementary band lessons, traveling to various elementary schools in the district, before becoming the sixth-grade band teacher at Maple Ave when it originally opened.

Koch established the Saratoga Schools Low Brass Club, and traveled often, visiting more than 40 countries. She was also a passionate Girl Scout leader and volunteer, and was a recipient of the Thanks Badge, the highest volunteer honor in Girl Scouts.

“Easily thousands of kids had her, either as a band teacher or general music teacher,” said Doyle. “She just always had this very friendly and joyful way about her. A great laugh, always encouraging. Just trying to get kids to really have fun with music and really love it.”

He said Koch was remembered by colleagues as being “very

generous of spirit and laughter,” saying several retired co-workers returned to attend the concert.

Doyle said students were excited to perform the piece, saying it is “a gorgeous piece of music.”

“The first time I heard it, it was just a computer recording, but I could see the potential in it,” said Doyle. “Once we started playing it with the whole band, and got all the pieces together, it’s a fantastic piece.”

Doyle also stressed that his students worked “really hard” to bring the performance to life.

“They’re very excited about the fact that they are premiering a piece

that has never been performed anywhere else in the world,” said Doyle prior to Thursday’s performance. “The whole idea of this world premiere is very exciting for them.”

Doyle said that ultimately, he feels the concert was his way of repaying Koch for helping guide him on his current path.

“If it wasn’t for her pushing me to always be a better musician, and supporting me through college and through my career, I would not be here right now,” Doyle said. “I see this as my culmination of being able to tell her, ‘Thank you so much for giving me an incredible role model.’”

Photos by Super Source Media Studios.

Ballston Spa Students Compete at Regional Envirothon Competition

BALLSTON SPA — The members of the Ballston Spa High School Envirothon Team recently competed in the Saratoga Regional Envirothon Competition at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds. The event was held in-person this year after being held virtually during the pandemic and COVID-19 restrictions. The team placed first in the Aquatics and Forestry categories,

and second overall in the county.

Team members are Henry LaBarge, Cameron McKay, Allie Hunter, Jestin Ratti, and Asa Coleman. The team was coached by Ballston Spa High School Science instructor Mrs. Karin Marcotullio.

“The NYS Envirothon is an excellent opportunity for our students to apply their knowledge and skills to problems within

our environment that need - perhaps desperately need - our attention and the attention of our next generation of scientists,” indicated Ballston Spa K-12 STEM Coordinator Diane Irwin.

The NY State Envirothon, sponsored by the New York State Soil and Water Conservation Districts, is designed to test students’ knowledge and understanding of

natural resource issues within New York State. It also strives to cultivate students’ desire to learn more about our natural resources and environmental issues.

Envirothon activities begin locally with teams of five 9th through 12th grade students competing for their County Envirothon title. Local competitions are sponsored by their Conservation

Districts, with a helping hand from local environmental recreational civic groups and businesses. County winners then move on to the state contest where their knowledge is challenged in five areas: aquatic ecology, forestry, soils & land use, wildlife, and a current environmental issue. For more information, please visit www.nysenvirothon.org.

The Bread Butler: A new rising vendor at the market

Goat Cheese Crostini with Garlic Greens

Before The Bread Butler opened its doors in 2020, Adreas Mergner would bring bread to his daughter’s school or when she had playdates.

“People were saying it was some of the best bread they have ever eaten,”

Andreas Mergner reminisced.

Mergner opened The Bread Butler during the Covid19 pandemic after he became a stay-at-home dad when his escape room business declined because of the pandemic. Through his love of baking bread, Mergner transitioned his life toward a new business and began delivering baked goods to his customers. In April 2020 is when Mergner officially opened The Bread Butler.

Mergner says The Bread Butler relies on good reviews and word of mouth. “Really, we just want people to try it. We do have samples at the farmer’s market. Come by look at it, smell it,” Mergner said, “That’s really all we try to do at the farmer’s market is get people to try it.”

Their weekly staples include Italian-style loaves, crispy crust semolina flour loaves, and flavorful whole wheat sourdough loaves with poppy and sesame seeds. You can also find banana crumble – a moist banana bread with a coffee cake-like topping, lemon poppy cake, and peach hibiscus muffins.

In addition to these offerings, The Bread Butler brings various items week-to-week, including baguettes, black currant croissants, challah, cheddar jalapeno loaves, ciabatta, and more.

“Market-goers are the ideal customer for us because they care about quality. We use organic flour, we mill our own whole wheat and rye, and we care about what we make. We try to make tasty stuff,” Mergner said.

All of their breads use organic, local flour. And almost all of their breads use a sourdough starter in various amounts, which can be attributed to their flavor.

The Bread Butler attends Wednesday and Saturday markets at High Rock Park. You can also find their bread at Honest Weight in Albany and their store on Central Avenue in Colonie. Flexible delivery options allow customers to pre-order by phone or on their website, thebreadbutler.com. Freshly baked bread can be delivered to your front door once a week for a small delivery fee.

The Saratoga Farmers Market is 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays in the food court of the Wilton Mall. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for previews of what’s fresh.

YIELDS: 6-8 servings | PREP & COOK TIME: 25 min

INGREDIENTS:

*Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

• 1 baguette*, sliced into ¼-inch thick slices

• 2 Tbsp olive oil

• 2 cloves minced garlic*

• 2 bunches leafy greens* (kale, dandelion, mustard, or beet)

• 11 oz goat cheese*, room temperature

• 1 Tbsp fresh parsley*

• 1 Tbsp minced chives*

• 1tsp lemon zest (more for garnish)

• ¼ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp pepper

INSTRUCTIONS :

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lay sliced baguette on sheet pan and lightly drizzle with olive oil on both sides. Bake 5-7 minutes or until slices begin to brown around the edges. Remove from oven, flip and bake another 2-3 minutes. Remove crostini from oven and let cool.

2. Heat olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and saute until fragrant and just beginning to brown. Add greens ad season lightly with salt and pepper. Saute until greens wilt and become tender. Remove from heat and let cool.

3. Combine goat cheese, parsley, chives, lemon zest, and salt and pepper in a mixing bowl, mixing until well combined.

4. Spread each crostini with 1 Tbsp of the herbed goat cheese and then top with wilted greens.

5. Garnish with more lemon zest. Enjoy!

Recipe adapted by Jennifer Spaide at Mealthy

The Bread Butler. Photo by Pattie Garrett

Photos provided, unless noted

by Marie Sova for Saratoga TODAY

HIGH ROCK PARK

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY

“PASTA LA VISTA,

Hello my Foodie Friends!

Baby”

I love Pasta. There, I said it. It is a weakness I have. Homemade pasta is a bigger weakness. Once you experience homemade pasta, it is close to impossible to go back to the store brand pastas. Making homemade pasta can require extra time – but it is worth it. If you haven’t ventured past the convenience of dried pasta, it’s time to make some changes in your life. We have nothing against dried pasta — there is definitely a time and a place for it, and in fact, sometimes there’s nothing better for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner. If you’ve ever tried homemade pasta, however, you understand what pasta is really all about. Homemade pasta is a little chewy and very tender; it really does just melt in your mouth. It may sound difficult, but making your own pasta is actually much easier than you might think. Fresh pasta comes together quite quickly. Mixing and kneading the dough takes about 10 minutes, then you let it rest for 30 minutes. You can use this resting time to pull together the ingredients for the pasta sauce. After resting, rolling out and cutting the dough takes maybe another 10 to 20 minutes, depending on how fast you go and how many helpers you have.

Homemade Fresh Pasta

INGREDIENTS

• 9 ounces (255g; about 2 cups) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting

• 2 whole large eggs (110g; about 4 ounces)

• 4 yolks from 4 large eggs (70g; about 2.5 ounces)

• 1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more for salting water

INSTRUCTIONS

To Make The Dough:

1. On a large, clean, work surface, pour flour in a mound. Make a well in the center about 4 inches wide. Pour whole eggs, egg yolks, and salt into well and, using a fork, beat thoroughly. When combined, gradually incorporate flour into the eggs until a wet, sticky dough has formed.

2. Using a bench knife, scrape excess dough from fork and fingers. Begin to fold additional flour into the dough with the bench knife, turning the dough roughly 45 degrees each time, until dough feels firm and dry, and can form a craggy-looking ball, 2 to 5 mins.

3. Press the heel of your hand into the ball of dough, pushing forward and down. Rotate the ball 45 degrees and repeat. Continue until dough develops a smooth, elastic texture similar to a firm ball of Play-Doh. If dough feels too wet, add flour in 1 tsp increments. If dough feels too dry, add water slowly using a spray bottle.

4. Wrap ball of dough tightly in plastic wrap and rest on countertop for 30 minutes.

To Roll The Pasta:

5. Meanwhile, place a sheet of parchment paper on a tray or cutting board and dust lightly with flour. Unwrap rested dough and cut into quarters. Set one quarter on work surface and re-wrap remaining dough. With a rolling pin, flatten the quarter of dough into an oblong shape about 1/2 inch thick.

6. Set pasta maker to widest setting and pass dough 3 times through the machine at this setting.

7. Place dough on a lightly floured work surface. Fold both ends in so that they meet at the center of the dough, and then fold the dough in half where the end points meet, trying not to incorporate too much air into the folds. Using rolling pin, flatten dough to 1/2inch thick. Pass through the rollers 3 additional times.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Equipment

• Mixing bowl

• Bench Scraper

• Pasta machine

• Rolling pin

• Kitchen Towel

8. Narrow the setting by 1 notch and repeat Step

7. Repeat once more (the dough should now have passed through the third widest setting). Continue passing the dough through the rollers, reducing the thickness by 1 setting each time until it reaches the desired thickness. It should now be very delicate and elastic to the touch, and slightly translucent.

9. Place rolled dough onto a work surface or baking sheet lightly dusted with flour or lined with parchment paper, folding the dough over as necessary so that it fits; sprinkle with flour or line with parchment between folds to prevent sticking.

10. Cover dough with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel to prevent drying, then repeat Steps 5 through 9 with remaining dough quarters. If making noodles, cut dough into 12- to 14-inch segments.

To Cut Noodles:

11. Adjust pasta machine to noodle setting of your choice. Working one dough segment at a time, feed dough through the pasta-cutter. Alternatively, cut folded dough by hand with a chef’s knife to desired noodle width.

12. Divide the cut noodles into individual portions, dust lightly with flour, and curl into a nest. Place on parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet and gently cover with kitchen towel until ready to cook. Pasta can be frozen directly on the baking sheet, transferred to a zipper-lock freezer bag, and stored in the freezer for up to three weeks before cooking. Cook frozen pasta directly from the freezer.

To Cook:

13. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta, stir gently with a wooden spoon, chopsticks, or a cooking fork, and cook, tasting at regular intervals until noodles are just set with a definite bite, about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Drain, toss with sauce, and serve.

Speaking of helpers, it helps to have a few. You can definitely do it by yourself, but it’s really nice to have an extra set of hands, especially if you’re hand-cranking the dough through a counter-top pasta roller. Whether working by yourself or with someone else, I find that you fall into a rhythm of rolling the sheets of pasta, cutting the noodles, and sprinkling everything with flour. Once you’ve made your pasta, you can cook it right away, dry it, or freeze it for later. When you do cook it, remember that homemade pasta cooks much more quickly than the dried pasta you buy in stores. Give it about four minutes in salted boiling water, taste it, and keep checking in one-minute increments until the pasta is al dente. Add spinach or carrots to create colorful pastas; the dough contains very concentrated vegetable juices, but they don’t have an overt vegetable taste. They are delicious, and I am pretty sure they could still pass a

picky-eaters’ taste test. Unless the picky-eater hates colors.

Note: The name of the game at this point is to keep everything well-floured to prevent the pasta from sticking to itself or the roller as you work. If the dough starts to feel sticky as you roll it, sprinkle it with flour. Also sprinkle flour on any pasta you’re not working (rolled, cut or otherwise) with and keep it covered with a dishtowel. Stop by Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery located at 33 Railroad Place store to pick up a Pasta machine and other pasta accessories. Work your magic in the kitchen. Enjoy dinner al fresco (Caesar salad, bread, pasta, chicken Marsala, tiramisu for dessert and, of course, finished with home-made limoncello) and share an evening with great company and interesting conversation – all the ingredients for a truly memorable meal. Remember my Foodie Friends; “Life Happens in the Kitchen!” “Mangia!”

Take Care, John & Paula

Recipe courtesy of Serious Eats at seriouseats.com

Upcoming Events

New History Exhibit Opening Reception

Opening Reception, Friday, June 9, 5:30 p.m. for the new Saratoga Springs History Museum exhibit

“First Saratogians: The Indigenous Peoples of the Saratoga Springs Region,” in partnership with Ndakinna Education Center, examining the history of Native Americans in the local area from prehistoric times through today, using hundreds of artifacts and photographs to tell the story. Silent Auction, Beer & Wine Cash Bar (ticket includes 1 drink), and Catered Food Stations. History Museum Members $40, NonMembers $50, all proceeds benefit the History Museum. Tickets: saratogahistory.org/events (1 E. Congress Street in the Canfield Casino in Congress Park, 518584-6920).

Indoor and Outdoor Yard Sale and Indoor Bake Sale

Friday, June 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, June 10 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Malta Ridge United Methodist Church, 729 Malta Ave Extension, Malta. Special note: For the last 2 hours on Saturday June 10, (Noon to 2 pm) fill a paper grocery bag with Yard Sale items for $5! For additional information or directions please call the Church at 518-581-0210.

10th Annual Beekman Street Art Fair

Sunday June 11, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Beekman Street

Art Fair, Saratoga’s everpopular kick off to summer is celebrating 10 years of bringing artists, neighbors, and visitors together in a festive art and music filled environment. The 2023 fair features artists tents, entertainment coordinated by the Ballston Spa Community Band, culinary venues, and street performers. And thanks to CDTA, fairgoers can easily get to and from the fair via a free shuttle bus running from the Saratoga Casino to Beekman and Grand Ave. For

more information and shuttle bus schedule please visit www. ArtsonBeekman.org

Round Lake House and Garden Tour

On June 10, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. a tour of houses and gardens in Round Lake Village will benefit the historic Round Lake Auditorium. Included are tiny cottages, large Victorian era and brand new custom homes. We are featuring homes that have had recent renovation/ construction/restoration projects. Tickets are $30 and may be purchased in advance at RoundLakeAuditorium.org or contact Lydia.A.Hoffman@ gmail.com.

The Saratoga Jewish Cultural Festival

The Saratoga Jewish Cultural Festival launches its 11th season this summer with a series of programs by Congregation Beth Shalom of Clifton Park, Congregation Shaara Tfille of Saratoga Springs, Chabad of Saratoga, Chabad of Clifton Park, and Temple Sinai.Offerings to the public will run from June through August and include concerts, plays, lectures, films, discussions, and outdoor family events. The festival begins June 11 with the Annual Jewish Women’s Gala and concludes August 22 with Klezmer and Kugel. For more information, visit www. saratogajewishculturalfestival.org.

The Ballston Spa Birdhouse Festival

Sunday June 11, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain date is June 18. The Ballston Spa Birdhouse Festival is looking for crafters and artist to participate in our Festival. The Birdhouse Festival promises to be a huge event, with over 1000 birdhouses decorating the village of Ballston Spa. It will be a huge draw for people all over the capital region. Artwork must be original and handmade. To participate send samples of your work to marklouisco@gmail.com and we’ll send you the application.

This Week’s Events: JUNE 2-8

FRIDAY, JUNE 2

Fridays in the Garden

Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave, Ballston Spa | 2:30 p.m. Hear the Buzz: Launching a Pollinator Garden. The programs are to be held in the beautiful gardens of Brookside Museum. All programs are free to attend, though donations are welcome and appreciated. Registration for each program is preferred, but not required. For more information, check out our website www. brooksidemuseum.org.

BBQ Dinner Take Out

Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Avenue, Ballston Spa 3 – 6 p.m. The Saratoga County History Center will hold a drive-thru Miller’s Backyard BBQ dinner. There will be a choice of a half chicken or half pound pulled pork dinner for $15. We will also be serving a beef brisket dinner for $20 available by pre-order only. Dinners include a baked potato, coleslaw, and corn bread. An 8-ounce serving of mac & cheese is also available for $5. All proceeds will help fund public education and children’s programs at the museum. The dinner is take-out only. We strongly recommend that you reserve dinners in advance at www.brooksidemuseum.org or call 518-885-4000. Please note that the brisket dinners are available only by pre-order.

High School Musical 2 ��

Saratoga Childrens Theatre, 615 Maple Ave., Suite 3, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m., and June 3 at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. and June 4 at 2 p.m. Join us for a show that is quintessentially Summer as the gang from East High heads to the country club! Based on the hit Disney Channel Original Movie, High School Musical 2 includes both high octane dance numbers and powerful ballads from the film, creating a thrilling ensemble show that’s fun for all ages. Tickets: saratogachildrenstheatre. org/mainstage-shows

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Let the Music Fill Your Soul ��

St. Edward the Confessor, 569 Clifton Park Center Rd., Clifton Park | 7 p.m. The Clifton Park Community Chorus presents the free concerts. Next concert is on June 25 at 7 p.m. at Clifton Common Stage, (outside performance, bring your own seating). Sponsored by the Town of Clifton Park. Admission is free. Facebook.com/ CliftonParkCommunityChorus

SPACtacular Fundraiser

Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs | 5 – 11 p.m. Join us for a magical evening under the moonlight and on our stage. Create Your Own Adventure with Live Music, DJ, Dancing, Cocktails, Culinary Delights, Fireworks and Festivities! All to celebrate and support SPAC’s mission, residencies, and youth education initiatives. This is a 21+ event. Attire: Cocktail. Two ticket options, visit spac.org or call 518-584-9330 ext 142 to make a reservation by phone.

Movies in the Park ��

Wiswall Park, Front St., Ballston Spa | 8:30 p.m. Free movies in the park is back for the 16th summer presented by the Ballston spa Business and Professional Association. Tonight’s movie: Strange World. (Rain Date June 3). The movies are projected onto the wall of the adjacent Front Street Deli building on Front Street in the village and begin at approximately dusk. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. Movie snacks will be available, courtesy of Starpoint Church.

SATURDAY, JUNE 3

Free Learn to Fish Clinic ��

The Town of Clifton Park is offering a free learn to fish clinic on Saturday, June 3, 9:0012:30. For more information contact Mike Woerner at the

town department of Parks and Recreation, 518-371-6667.

Voter Registration

Saratoga Farmers Market, 112 High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County will be offering Voter Registration tables. Residents can learn where to find information about polling places, information about registration, early voting, absentee voting, and pick up absentee voting applications and voter registration forms.

Yard Sale ��

170 Ballston Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Apparel, jewelry, accessories, baby clothes. All proceeds to support Zonta Club of Saratoga County.

10th Annual TUFF eNUFF Obstacle Course Challenge ��

BOCES Center, Henning Road, Saratoga Springs | 8 a.m. Over 500 kids, teens, and adults will lace up their old running shoes to run, scramble over obstacles, jump muddy puddles, and trudge their way through mucky trenches at The Prevention Council’s 10th Annual TUFF eNUFF. Are you TUFF eNUFF? For more information, and to pre-register, go to www.FinishRight.com. The Kid’s Race is a 1-mile muddy course, and there is a 5K for teens and adults. “Day of” registration is available as well.

Cars & Coffee ��

Middle Grove Town Park, 430 Middle Grove Rd., Middle Grove, from 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. Hosted by The Town of Greenfield Lions Club. Admission is free and is open to any car or truck, including daily drivers. There will be a 50-50 raffle and door prizes for entered vehicles. The Greenfield Lions will be selling fresh breakfast sandwiches and coffee. The event is sponsored by Ryan’s Garage. For more information about the Lions Clubs visit www.lionsclubs.org.

Send your upcoming local event briefs to calendar@saratogapublishing.com two weeks prior to the event.

Summer Concert ��

Pickin’s Session

This Week’s Events: JUNE 2-8 �� =family

Garage Sale & Bake Sale ��

Italian American War Veterans, 247 Grand Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Ladies of Charity Saratoga Chapter will be holding their annual sale. Rain or Shine. Bake sale will include cakes, breads, cookies, cupcakes, brownies, pies, muffins, and other specialties. For more information call Sharon at 518-365-0004 or Claudette at 518584-7592

Creating D & D Mini Sculptures

Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway | Noon – 1:30 p.m. A free three-week series, Creating Dungeons & Dragons Mini Sculptures, on June 3, 10, and 17 from Noon – 1:30pm. Tim LaFave shows how to create interesting game boards and playable structures for Dungeon and Dragon gamers, ages 15 and up. Participants will supply their own building materials, from recycled items or craft and dollar stores. Registration at 518-882-6385 is required, as class size is limited to 8 participants.

SUNDAY, JUNE 4

Pollinator Palooza

Former Oligny Garden Center, 390 Wilton-Gansevoort Rd, Gansevoort | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Sustainable Saratoga is hosting Pollinator Palooza, a native plant sale and pollinator education event. Native pollinators (bees, butterflies, etc.) are in drastic decline due to habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change. Planting native plants provides essential food and habitat for native pollinators; however, it is often challenging to find native plants. Come and shop our selection of over 25 native plant species (cash or check preferred).

Wildlife Festival

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Camp Saratoga, Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Nature

friendly

crafts, live animal shows, guided Karner blue Butterfly walks, pond discovery, fire tower, hands on fun, local organizations and businesses, refreshments and more! This event is free. For more information visit wiltonpreserve.org.

2nd Annual BBQ Fundraiser

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VFW Post 420, 190 Excelsior Ave. Saratoga Springs, 1 -4 p.m. BBQ

Chicken Fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Club of the Capitol Region. Hosted by 99 Restaurant & Pub! Fresh BBQ chicken & fixings. Raffles, 50/50 and cash bar. Rock climbing wall, corn hole, Lyricism 101 RV and much more! Tickets are $25 per person, kids under 12 free. Buy your tickets online at BGCCCapitalArea. org/99. All are welcome. Help to support this great organization!

For more information call 518307-2120,518-598-2856 or 518879-7777.

Adirondack Trust Company Festival of Young Artists ��

Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs | 2 p.m. A free community event that is presented annually at SPAC to celebrate hundreds of the Capital Region’s brightest young actors, dancers, musicians, singers, poets, and visual artists. At 2pm, SPAC’s grounds will be transformed into a festival of student pop-up performances, fine art displays, food stands, poetry slams, games & activities, and free ice cream provided by Stewart’s Shops! At 4:30 p.m., hundreds of young artists will gather to present a show-stopping concert on SPAC’s main stage, featuring large-scale productions that combine music, song, poetry, visual art, and dance.

Auditions for “The Theory of Relativity”

Saratoga Children’s Theatre, 615 Maple Ave., Suite 3, Saratoga Springs | 6 – 8 p.m. Seeking actors 18+. Through a seemingly

unrelated collection of songs, scenes and monologues, The Theory of Relativity introduces a compelling array of characters experiencing the joys and heartbreaks, the liaisons and losses, the inevitability, and the wonder of human connection. Performers will be seen in the order they arrive and should prepare approximately 16 to 32 bars in the style of the show. If you are unable to attend auditions, video submissions will be accepted through the end of day on Friday, June 2. Please send your footage to info@ saratogachildrenstheatre.org.

Performances: July 28 at 7:30 p.m. and July 29 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

MONDAY, JUNE 5

Between the Covers Romance Author Event

Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs | 6 – 7:30 p.m. Come meet romance writers: Kari Cole, Ginny Frost, Jean C. Gordon, and Minita Sanghvi. Eat some yummy chocolate treats as we ask our Romance Panel some questions about their process and inspirations. Authors’ books will be available for purchase and autographs at the event. Please register online. www.sspl.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 6

Saratoga Naturally Book Signing

Jacob & Anthony’s American Grille, 38 High Rock Ave., Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7 p.m. Local author, photographer Louis Valenti’s Saratoga Naturally is a stunning nature photography book, that captures both the unique beauty and the spirit of Saratoga’s natural wonders. Saratoga Naturally features photographic images of five of Saratoga’s most beautiful parks and preserves. A perfect page turner and beautiful book for your coffee table.

200 Park Place, Mechanicville | 6 – 8 p.m. Sundown Express –Southern/ Classic Rock. Tunes in Talmadge sponsored by the Mechanicville Library. Live music, food and dance.

Trivia Night: Superheroes & Comic Books

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 6:30 p.m. Join us for fun, prizes, and snacks. Brush up on your superhero and comic book knowledge, and be ready for anything! Come with a team or join one when you get here. For adults and teens 14+. Registration required. 518-3718622. www.cphlibrary.org.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7

Downsizing Seminar

The Summit at Saratoga Senior Living Community, 1 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs | 1:30 p.m

The Downsizing Seminar will feature Equitas Realty Broker

Janet Besheer and Organize

Senior Moves owner Lori Tracey. Come to speak with Summit residents. RSVP at 518-430-2136 or email cdurant@ summitseniorlife.com.

Chicken Marsala

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. 518-5842585. Menu: chicken marsala with pasta, vegetable, salad, roll. $15 per dinner. (cash only).

Ballston Area Seniors, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa | 6:30 – 9 p.m. Open to the Public, Free Admission & ample free parking. Doors open 6:00 p.m. All acoustic musicians who enjoy playing country/western, folk, gospel & 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. Call 518-885-4229 with questions.

Poetry Reading ��

Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Caffè Lena will present a poetry reading by Jeffrey Stubits. An open mic poetry reading will follow. Doors open for sign-ups at 6:30 p.m. The host for the event will be Carol Graser and the cost is $5 general, free for students. The featured reading will also be livestreamed. You can find a link for the livestream at caffelena.org. 518-583-0022.

THURSDAY, JUNE 8

Poetry Café: Story Poems – Prose Poems

Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs | 6 – 7 p.m. For June’s online poetry discussion, we will look at prose poems - those that look or sound like prose, but use poetic devices that distinguish them from the usual non-fiction writing. We’ll read works by such poets as Charles Baudelaire, Russell Edson, and Claudia Rankine in this librarian-led discussion. Please register online. www.sspl.org.

THIS WEEK’S MEETINGS

MONDAY, JUNE 5

Saratoga Area Retired Educators Monthly Luncheon

Holiday Inn, Win Room 232 Broadway Saratoga Springs | noon All area retired K-12 public, parochial, private, BOCES teachers and other school related personnel are welcome. For further information, call 518-584-1192.

Annual Meeting North Milton Cemetery

742 Stone Church Rd., Middle Grove | 7 p.m. The Board of Directors of the North Milton Cemetery Association will hold their 2022 Annual Meeting at the home of Anthony Zanella.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7

Annual Budget Vote and Board of Trustees Election

Galway Public Library, 2112 East St. Galway | 2 – 8. There is one vacancy on the board. Santina Florio is running to fill the seat she vacated. More information is available at www.galwaypubliclibrary.org.

“Saratoga Naturally” Book Signing June 6

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Louis Valenti will stage a book signing featuring his new book “Saratoga Naturally’ from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, June 6 at Jacob & Anthony’s American Grille, 38 High Rock Ave.

Valenti’s nature photography book “Saratoga Naturally: Photographic Images Of Saratoga’s Most Beautiful Parks & Preserves,” features photographic images of five of Saratoga’s most beautiful parks and preserves including Saratoga Spa State Park; Colonel William F. Fox Memorial Saratoga Tree Nursery; Geyser Creek Trail; Bog Meadow Brook Nature Trail; and the Saratoga National Historical Park and Battlefield.

The photographs include breathtaking landscapes, trails, wildflowers, trees, rare plants, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects including many of its most

Entertainment & Arts

“Modern-Day Beacons for Country and Western Swing” –Live at Caffe Lena June 22

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Billed as a neo-traditionalist western swing trio, the Quebe Sisters – siblings Grace, Sophia, and Hulda - will perform 7 p.m. June 22 at Caffe Lena.

The sisters have released four studio albums – 2003’s Texas Fiddlers, 2007’s Timeless, 2014’s Every Which-A-Way, and 2019’s The Quebe Sisters – and put a youthful, jubilant spin on Bob Wills’ classic genre.

popular inhabitants such as the Barred Owl, Red Fox, Monarch Butterfly, Gray Tree Frog, Redtailed Hawk, White-tailed Deer, and Painted Turtle, accompanied by poems from famous writers such as Robert Frost, Emily Bronte, William Shakespeare, Anne Frank, and many others.

The Quebe Sisters have toured across North America, Europe, and Russia.

Tickets are on sale at: caffelena.org.

Joan Rivers Comic Impersonator Kicks off Dinner Concerts at The Mansion of Saratoga June 8

ROCK CITY FALLS —

The Mansion of Saratoga kicks off its 801 Concert Series this summer with a tribute to Joan Rivers on what would be the caustic comic’s 90th birthday.

On Thursday, June 8 at 8 p.m., award winning actor and celebrity impersonator Joe Posa will perform as Rivers in a 90-minute comedy concert tribute.

“Joe was Joan’s favorite impersonator. It’s not just the clothes, the voice and the rapid fire jokes—all of which he gets perfect,” Jeff Wodicka, managing partner of The Mansion of Saratoga, said in a statement. “He truly inhabits Joan’s verynaughty-but-so-much-fun persona. This show is not for the politically correct, the weakkneed or children.”

Posa began performing as Rivers in 2004 and first met her in 2006 while he was impersonating her at a corporate event in Houston, Texas. In a planned schtick, Posa first took the stage to do his act when suddenly the

real Joan Rivers, who was hired to be the evening’s main performer, appeared to chase him off. After that show the two stayed in touch over the next decade, last meeting in July 2014, two months before

she died at age 81. For more information on the dinner and show concert series, which features multiple artists through August, go to: www. themansionsaratoga.com.

Saratoga Naturally, by Louis Valenti, book signing June 6.

The Quebe Sisters will perform at Caffe Lena this month. Photo provided.

Celebrity impersonator Joe Posa as Joan Rivers, June 8 at the Mansion of Saratoga. Photo provided.

Support The Community Where You Work and Play!

Tix on Sale: Pulitzer PrizeWinner Richard Russo Returns to Spa City on Aug. 3

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Richard Russo will return to Saratoga Springs for a special event celebrating the release of his new novel Somebody’s Fool, the third and final novel in his beloved North Bath Trilogy.

The event will take place 5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 3 at the Spa Little Theater, and is presented in partnership with the Saratoga Performing Arts Center’s Literary Arts@SPAC initiative and WAMC/ Northeast Public Radio.

Russo will be interviewed on stage by Joe Donahue of WAMC, and recorded for subsequent broadcast on Donahue’s The Book Show. The conversation will be followed by a question-and-answer session, and a book signing.

In Somebody’s Fool, the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Empire Falls returns to upstate New York, and to the characters that captured the hearts and imaginations of millions of readers in his beloved best sellers Nobody’s Fool and Everybody’s Fool. Infused with all the wry humor and shrewd observations that Russo is known for, Somebody’s Fool is another classic from a modern master.

Russo is the author of nine novels, most recently Chances Are..., Everybody’s Fool and That Old Cape Magic; two collections

of stories; and the memoir Elsewhere. In 2002 he received the Pulitzer Prize for Empire Falls, which, like Nobody’s Fool, won multiple awards for its screen adaptation, and in 2023 his novel Straight Man was adapted into the television series Lucky Hank. In 2017, he received France’s Grand Prix de Littérature Américaine. Originally from Gloversville, NY, he now lives in Portland, ME.

Tickets are required for this event and space is limited. Tickets, and can be purchased at northshire.com/upcoming-events. For more information on this or other Northshire events, call 518682-4200 or visit northshire.com.

Entertainment & Arts

Richard Russo, author of Somebody’s Fool, will be featured in interview and Q&A session in Saratoga Springs in August.

Guns N’ Roses Adds Special Guests to Tour, Saratoga Date

This Weekend: SPAC Presents Adirondack Trust Company Festival of Young Artists

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) presents two events this weekend – Friday, June 2 and Sunday, June 4 - that support this season’s classical music residencies and youth educational programming throughout the community.

The inaugural Summer SPACtacular fundraiser 5 – 11 p.m. on June 2 includes culinary tastings, cocktails, fireworks, and a dance party on the amphitheater stage.

The sixth annual Adirondack Trust Company Festival of Young Artists starts at 2 p.m. on Sunday,

June 4 and celebrates the collaborative creativity of more than 700 of the Capital Region’s brightest young dancers, musicians, singers, poets, and visual artists with pop-up performances, fine art displays, food stands, poetry slams, games & activities, and free ice cream provided by Stewart’s Shops. Featuring two different ticketing options including a “Party Pass” and an “All-Access Pass,” attendees will experience SPAC with tastings, libations and entertainment throughout the SPAC campus. Guests who purchase a “Party Pass” will enjoy live

music by Saratoga Springs native Jes Hudak, tastings from local eateries, distilleries and breweries, and a whiskey and cigar lounge – culminating in a fireworks display and a DJ dance party on the amphitheater stage.

In addition to the “Party Pass” offerings, the “All-Access Pass” also includes a reception with craft cocktails and live jazz on the amphitheater stage, followed by an intimate “Summerscape Supper” featuring three courses that celebrate spring’s culinary bounty with wine pairings. Event is for ages 21+. Visit spac.org for details.

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SPRINGS —

Guns N’ Roses this week the band

Dirty Honey will be their special guests when they arrive at Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Friday, Sept. 1.

Ahead of the kickoff of the international dates of their 2023 Global Tour, Guns N’ Roses revealed the artists that will support the tour’s North American leg, including Superstar Carrie Underwood, The Pretenders, Alice In Chains, The Warning, and Dirty Honey.

Guns N’ Roses return to the

road on a massive 2023 World Tour produced by Live Nation, headlining stadiums, festivals, and arenas throughout the summer and fall. The powerhouse rock band launches their jaunt on June 5 in Tel Aviv, Israel at Park Hayarkon and will continue across Europe through July 22, wrapping in Athens, Greece.

The band will continue onto North America in August and will visit historic venues across the country such as Fenway Park and Wrigley Field. The tour concludes in Vancouver, BC in mid-October.

HMT Presents The Sound of Music –Show Opens June 9, Special Appearance

by Sam Von Trapp

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

For two weekends, starting on Friday, June 9, Home Made Theater will present the classic musical, The Sound of Music, music and lyrics by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein, and book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse.

The beloved musical tells the uplifting story of Maria, a young postulant who brings joy and music into the lives of the von Trapp family as their governess. Set against the backdrop of World War II, The Sound of Music is a tale of resilience, courage, and love that has captured the hearts of audiences for generations.

The Director of The Sound of Music is Dawn Oesch, who has previously directed the Home Made Theater productions of Mamma Mia!, Young Frankenstein, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, just to name a few.

On Saturday, June 10 at 2 p.m. Sam von Trapp, the grandson of Georg and Maria von Trapp, will be in attendance and will speak about his family history after the performance. He grew up on the grounds of the Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, VT. Along with his father, Johannes, von Trapp oversees brewery operations at von Trapp Brewing, and assists with guest relations, public relations, and marketing for all areas

on June 10

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of the Trapp Family Lodge. Mr. von Trapp will attend the performance with his wife and two sons.

The performance at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 17. will be a special “sensory friendly” performance. This performance will be designed to make theater accessible to patrons who may be prone to sensory overstimulation, including those on the autism spectrum.

Performances the first weekend are Friday, June 9 at 7 p.m., Saturday, June 10 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday, June 11 at 2 p.m.

The second weekend will begin with a performance on Thursday, June 15 at 7 p.m. The rest of the weekend will include performances on Friday, June 16 at 7 p.m., Saturday, June 17 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., and Sunday, June 18 at 2 p.m. All performances are at the Pitney Meadows Community Farm at 223 West Ave. in Saratoga Springs. Tickets are $20 and are available on Home Made Theater’s website, www.homemadetheater. org, or by calling 518-587-4427 during regular business hours.

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starting top left) Natalya Palmer as Louisa, Vincent Connell as Kurt, Chase Cowell as Friedrich, Eilley Kalik as Brigitta, Bella Lawrence as Liesl, Isabelle Franco as Maria, Saiorse Gorman as Gretl, and Gwen Matthews as Marta. Photo by Dawn Oesch.

Guns N’ Roses stage a show in Saratoga Sept. 1.

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A long way is the correct phrase. If you become bilingual, your career can go a long way.

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Notice of formation of: CINTRON E-SPORTS LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/23/2023 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: 28 Eldorado Dr, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 04/28, 05/05, 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02/2023. 119219

Route 50 Wilton LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 04/11/2023. Office in Saratoga Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Frank Kramer, 12 Fire Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: General 04/28, 05/05, 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02/2023. 119253

Notice of Formation of a PLLC: Northway Mobile Veterinary Surgery, P.L.L.C. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on March 31, 2023. Office location: Saratoga County The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: The LLC 199 Sugar Hill Road Rexford, NY 12148. 04/28, 05/05, 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02/2023. 119259

Notice of formation of Little Oak Tree Childcare, LLC. Articles of Organization file with New York State Dept. of State on 03/01/2023. The County within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is located 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 Little Oak Tree Childcare, LLC, 12 Pinehollow Drive, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Company is organized for any

lawful purpose. 05/05, 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09/2023. 10272

Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC) Under Section 206 of The Limited Liability Company Law. The name of the LLC is Samascott Family, LLC

The Articles of Organization were filed with the NY Secretary of State on April 25, 2023. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. The office of the LLC is to be located in Saratoga County. The Secretary of State is designated as the agent of the LLC upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The address of which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is 100 Madison Drive, Suite 6 Ballston Spa, New York 12020. 05/05, 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09/2023. 10291

NOTICE: FORMATION OF CAPITAL REGION REIA LLC. Art. of Org. filed w/ NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 11/23/22. Ofc. Loc.: Saratoga Co. SSNY designated as agent for service of process. SSNY to mail copy of process to LLC at its principal bus. loc., P.O. BOX 636, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 05/05, 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09/2023. 10376

NOTICE: FORMATION OF KEIB CAPTIAL PROPERTY GROUP LLC. Art. of Org. filed w/ NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 4/18/23. Ofc. Loc.: Saratoga Co. SSNY designated as agent for service of process. SSNY to mail copy of process to LLC at its principal bus. loc., 73 Hearthstone Drive, Gansevoort, NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 05/05, 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09/2023. 10377

NOTICE: FORMATION OF BIRCH HOUSE LLC. Art. of Org. filed w/ NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 4/24/23. Ofc. Loc.: Saratoga Co.

SSNY designated as agent for service of process. SSNY to mail copy of process to LLC at its principal bus. loc., 55 Greenfield Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 05/05, 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09/2023. 10378

Notice of formation of Warrior’s Way Jerky, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 04/19/2023. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process served to: The LLC at 5 Southside Drive, Suite 11, Box 190, Clifton Park, New York 12065. Purpose: any lawful act. 05/05, 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09/2023. 10386

NOTICE OF FORMATION of Seek

Balance LCSW, PLLC, a domestic PLLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on5/2/2023. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the PLLC may be served and shall mail a copy of process against PLLC to Town Plaza-Building 400, Suite 471, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 05/05, 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09/2023.

10390

Notice of formation of 2 Flights Marketing LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 4/30/2023 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: 11 Newington Ave., Wilton, NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 05/05, 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09/2023. 10392

Kubricky-Jointa Lime, llc. Art. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 05/02/2023. Office: Saratoga County. Any lawful purpose. SSNY is designated agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 269 Ballard Rd, Wilton, NY 12831. 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16/2023. 10395

Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC) Under Section 206 of The Limited Liability Company Law. The name of the LLC is ACE LAB OF CLIFTON PARK, LLC. The

Articles of Organization were filed with the NY Secretary of State on May 2, 2023. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. The office of the LLC is located in Saratoga County. The Secretary of State is designated as the agent of the LLC upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is 516 Vischer Ferry Road, Clifton Park, New York 12065. 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16. 10403

Olden Retriever LLC Articles of Org. filed 5/1/23 SSNY. Saratoga Co. SSNY designated agent for process & shall mail to ZenBusiness Inc. 41 State St Suite 112, Albany, NY 12207. Any lawful purpose. 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16. 10408

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Articles of Organization of My Way Morgans, LLC (“LLC”) filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on May 2, 2023, effective on the date of filing. Office Location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at 22 Jefferson Street, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866, which shall be the principal business location. The purpose for which the LLC is formed is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the NYS Limited Liability Company Law. 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16. 10416

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

Articles of Organization of Eleven Tupelo, LLC (“LLC”) filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on May 5, 2023, effective on the date of filing. Office Location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at 13B Tupelo Drive, Halfmoon, New York 12065,

which shall be the principal business location. The purpose for which the LLC is formed is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the NYS Limited Liability Company Law. 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16. 10422

Notice of Formation of a PLLC: Sara Katherine Gabler, OT, P.L.L.C. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on October 5, 2022. Office location: Saratoga County. The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: The LLC, 6 Avocado Court, Clifton Park, NY 12065. 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16. 10424

Notice of formation of KOZY COTTAGES, LLC, a limited liability company (the “LLC”). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (the “SSNY”) on May 2, 2023. Office location: Saratoga County. The SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC. The SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to the LLC, at 5010 Nelson Avenue, Extension, Ballston Spa, New York 12020. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful purposes. 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16. 10428

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Name: Adminterim Consulting Solutions, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on April 26, 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 process to: The LLC, 6 Pointe Drive, Gansevoort, NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful act or activities. 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16. 10429

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: Spagnoletti Consulting LLC. Articles of organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 24 March 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, 6 Phillip Drive, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16. 10435

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A PROFESSIONAL LIMITED

LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Jill Rozell, Mental Health Counseling, PLLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 4/10/2023. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the PLLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to the PLLC c/o Michelle H. Wildgrube, Esq., Cioffi Slezak Wildgrube P.C., 1473 Erie Bl., 1st Fl., Schenectady, NY 12305. Purpose: Professional Services – Mental Health Counseling. 05/12, 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16. 10436

Notice of formation of Saratoga Canvas LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/09/2023 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: 386 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23/2023. 10446

Notice of formation of Old Glory Firearm Instruction, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York on 5/9/2023. Office location: Saratoga County. NYS Secretary of State is designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at 410 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa, New York 12020.

Purpose: any lawful purpose. 05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23/2023. 10475

Notice of Formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: Park Street Events, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 05/17/2023. County within this state, in which the office of the limited liability company is located: Saratoga County. Street address of principal business location is: 35D Windy Hill, Ballston Lake, New York

12019. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to Park Street Events, LLC, 35D Windy Hill, Ballston Lake, New York 12019. Term: Perpetual.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

05/19, 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23/2023. 10538

Notice of Formation of WEST FENLON COTTAGE, LLC. The name of the limited liability company is “WEST FENLON COTTAGE, LLC” (the LLC). The Articles of Organization were filed with the New York Department of State on May 9, 2023. The Secretary of State is designated as the agent of the LLC upon whom process against the company may be served. The principal office of the LLC is in Saratoga County and the address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is P.O. Box 3325, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The purpose of the LLC shall be to conduct any lawful business as permitted by applicable law and as determined from time to time by its members.

05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30/2023. 10549

Brown Beck, LLC, Art. of Org. filed SSNY on 05/09/23. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 7 Pinewood Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30/2023. 10551

Notice of formation of Kowsky Farms LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/05/2023 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: 132 Dunsbach Rd., Halfmoon, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30/2023. 10568

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: TRADERTG LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 05/18/2023. 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 the LLC, 29 Moreland Drive, Mechanicville, NY 12188.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30/2023. 10570

LEATHERNECK LOGISTICS LLC.

Notice of Formation of the above Limited Liability Company (“LLC”). Articles of Organization (DOM LLC) filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on April 27, 2023. Office location, County of Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any such process served to: Nathanael Stearns, P.O. Box 67, Clifton Park NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful act. 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30/2023. 10571

Notice of formation of DRUMITUP LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/19/2023. 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: 28 Christina Court, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30/2023. 10576

On 5/19/23, Art. of Org. of Team Jana Holdings LLC were filed with the SSSNY. The office of the NY LLC is located in Saratoga County. The SSSNY is designated as the agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served and the address within NY State to which the SSSNY shall mail a copy of any process against it served upon it is, Team Jana Holdings LLC, 34 Lupine Drive, Malta, NY 12020. The purpose of the LLC is for any lawful purpose. 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30/2023. 10579

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: Adirondack Inlay Studio LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 05/17/2020. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 2 Progress Drive #4457 Halfmoon, NY 12065. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30/2023. 10583

Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company (LLC). Name: 518 Toga, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on May 19, 2023. County: Saratoga. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 2 Autumn Lane, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: to engage in any and all business for which LLCs may be formed under the New York LLC Law. 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30/2023. 10584

NOTICE OF FORMATION Allison

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PLLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 05/22/23 with perpetual existence.

Office: Saratoga Co. SSNY designated as agent of the PLLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the PLLC, 229 Washington St Ste 105 Saratoga Springs NY 12866. Purpose: For the practice of the profession of Mental Health Counseling. 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30/2023. 10585

In The Black Advisory Group LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 05/17/23. Off. loc: Saratoga Co. SSNY des. as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to In The Black Advisory Group LLC, 8 Meadow Rue Place, Malta, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30/2023. 10590

Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company. Arts of Org. of Superior Automotive since 1982, LLC (“LLC”) filed with Dept. of State of NY on May 17, 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: 370 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866, 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. 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30/2023. 10593

Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company (LLC) Name of the LLC is: PURE PERSPECTIVE CONSULTING, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on May 18, 2023. Office Location: 25 Cleveland Avenue, Saratoga Springs NY 12866. Under section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law. The secretary of state is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address within or without this state to which the secretary of state shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: 25 Cleveland Avenue, Saratoga Springs NY 12866. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the LLCL. 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30/2023. 10595

MATH REFRESH LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 02/28/2023. 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, 3035 Route 50, #1055, Saratoga

Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 05/26, 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30/2023. 10597

Notice of Qualification of PenPoint Specialty Insurance Services, LLC. Authority filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/25/2023 . 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: Harker & Associates, PLLC, 36 Long Alley, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07/2023. 10635

Notice of formation of XPOZITO XTRA LLC, a New York limited liability company. Name: XPOZITO XTRA LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York on May 22, 2023 under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law. Office location: 146 Ernst Road, Gansevoort, New York 12831, Saratoga County. Secretary of State of New York designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State of New York shall mail a copy of the process to: XPOZITO XTRA LLC , 146 Ernst Road, Gansevoort, NY 12831. Purpose: Investment in startup business and any other lawful business activity not otherwise prohibited by the laws of the State of New York. 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07/2023. 10646

LEGAL NOTICE SARATOGA CUSTOM WOODWORKING COMPANY, LLC NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC).

Name: Saratoga Custom Woodworking Company, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 4/5/2023. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY may mail a copy of any process to: LLC, c/o Nicholas Polsinelli 48 Spruce Street, Clifton Park, New York 12065. Purpose: for all legal purposes. 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07/2023. 10647

ED’S EQUIPMENT REPAIR LLC

Notice of Formation of the above Limited Liability Company (“LLC”). Articles of Organization (DOM LLC) filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on May 26, 2023, Office location, County of Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any such process served to: Edward Dworakowski, 816 Plank Road, Clifton Park NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful act. 06/02, 06/09, 06/16, 06/23, 06/30, 07/07/2023. 10649

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Assistant Elementary Principal

The successful candidate should possess:

Knowledge of research-based instructional programs & practices; exp. w/ teacher supervision & evaluation; a record of successfully improving learning experiences and enhancing school to home communication; and can provide a supportive environment with knowledge of social-emotional competencies, restorative practices, and promote a culturally responsive educational climate.

Salary Range: $95,000 to $105,000

NYS SDA/SDL/SBL Certification Required plus 3 yrs. exp as a classroom teacher preferred.

Please apply online by June 15th at https://monticelloschools.tedk12.com/hire or OLAS EOE

Administrative Opening

Assistant Secondary Principal

The successful candidate should possess:

Knowledge of research-based instructional programs & practices; exp. w/ teacher supervision & evaluation; a record of successfully improving learning experiences and enhancing school to home communication; and can provide a supportive environment with knowledge of social-emotional competencies, restorative practices, and promote a culturally responsive educational climate.

Salary Range: $95,000 to $105,000

NYS SDA/SDL/SBL Certification Required plus 3 yrs. exp. as a classroom teacher preferred.

Please apply online by June 15th at https://monticelloschools.tedk12.com/hire or OLAS EOE

Administrative Opening

High School Principal

The Monticello CSD is seeking forward thinking and dynamic School Building Principal who can lead MCSD’s highly engaged faculty, staff, parents, students, and community. The successful candidate will have a vision of educational excellence, be highly motivated, and demonstrates an ability to impact student learning.

Starting Salary: $150,000

NYS SDA/SAS/SBL Certification Required plus 2 yrs. of previous administrative leadership and 3 yrs. exp as a classroom teacher preferred.

Please apply online by June 15th at https://monticelloschools.tedk12.com/hire or OLAS EOE 113456

Schuylerville Boys Lacrosse Wins Section 2 Class D Title

JMJC Shines at Judo Nationals

LATHAM — The Schuylerville varsity boys lacrosse team captured the 2023 Section 2 Class D Championship on Friday, using a big third quarter to pull away from Stillwater/Mechanicville in an eventual 13-7 victory.

It is the second straight Section 2 Class D crown for the Black Horses, who beat Stillwater/ Mechanicville 18-8 in last year’s title game.

Sophomore Ollie Bolduc led Schuylerville with five goals and an assist, while Corbin Clements had four goals and three assists. John McGarrahan had a goal and two assists, and Landen Cumm added three assists.

Otto Bolduc had two assists, while Martin Flanders, Jr., Josh Bowen, and Logan Methven each added goals for the Black Horses.

Ollie Bolduc opened the scoring with 8:14 left in the opening quarter, giving the Black Horses a

1-0 lead. Flanders, Jr. followed with a goal just nine seconds later, winning the draw at midfield before taking it himself for a 2-0 lead.

Stillwater/Mechanicville responded with a goal by Michael Marinello, but Bolduc scored his second goal shortly after to give Schuylerville a 3-1 lead after one quarter.

Clements scored to extend the lead to 4-1 with 6:30 until halftime. The Red Warriors’ Anthony Cocozzo cut the lead to 4-2 with 1:55 left in the half, but the Black Horses again responded, with another goal by Clements sending Schuylerville into the break with a 5-2 lead.

The Black Horses blew the game open in the third quarter, outscoring Stillwater/ Mechanicville 6-1 in the frame. Bowen extended the lead to 6-2 before Bolduc’s third goal of the game made it 7-2. McGarrahan followed with a goal of his own,

extending the lead to 8-2.

Marinello was able to stop the run with 5:06 left in the third, cutting Schuylerville’s lead to 8-3, but the Black Horses answered with a pair of goals by Clements, and another by Bolduc, to take an 11-3 lead into the fourth.

Marinello’s third goal made it 11-4 with 9:44 remaining, but Schuylerville responded, with goals by Methven and Bolduc extending the lead to 13-4 with 7 minutes left.

Andrew Sgambati, Cocozzo, and Colby Paffen scored goals in the final minutes for Stillwater/ Mechanicville, before Schuylerville sealed a 13-7 win and a second straight Section 2 Championship.

Schuylerville earned a 15-4 victory over James I. O’Neill High School (Section 9) in the NYSPHSAA Class D Sub-Regionals on Wednesday, and will play Pleasantville (Sec. 1) in the Regional Finals on June 3 at 5:30 p.m.

Fun And Games Puzzle Solutions

SPOKANE, WA — Athletes from the Jason Morris Judo Center (JMJC) in Glenville performed extremely well at the US Sr. Nationals held in The Podium Arena in Spokane, Washington, on May 20, taking home a total of eight medals, including six gold medals.

Ari Berliner captured his third straight 66kg National Title in dominating fashion, going 5-0 on the day. Nicole Stout also won her third straight 78kg National crown, going 4-0 for the day. Nate Keeve was the third JMJC athlete to win a third National title, as he also won 100kg in 2019 and 2018. Keeve was 4-0 for the event.

Melissa Myers won her second 70kg National Championship, going 4-0 on the day. Myers also won gold in 2021. Defending 81kg

National Champ, Kell Berliner, picked up a silver medal, losing only in the final.

Vito Picozzo won a gold in the 90kg Veterans division and Jen Williams also won a Veterans gold, winning the 70kg. Iain Berliner won a silver medal in the 66kg under-21 weight class, then went 2-2 taking ninth place at 66kg. Ramon Hernandez went 3-2 at 81kg, taking 7th, and Max Alaynick was 2-2, also at 81kg, to take ninth place, closing out the JMJC athletes participation at this year’s Nationals.

The JMJC now has won a remarkable 149 total medals including 49 gold medals at the US Sr. Nationals. Ari Berliner and Nate Keeve also represent the New York Athletic Club.

Photo provided by Schuylerville Central School District.

Ari Berliner (Blue Uniform) throws Lenny Sheynfeld in the 66kg final to win his third straight National title. Photo by Roy Nanjo.

SARATOGA ATHLETES EARN INDIVIDUAL VICTORIES AT SECTION 2 CHAMPIONSHIP

COLONIE — Seventeen athletes from Saratoga Springs earned victories at the 2023 Section 2 Group 1 Championships at Colonie High School on May 24.

The Saratoga girls squad placed second as a team (146 points), trailing only Guilderland (183 points). The Saratoga boys team placed second, finishing with 135 points. The Shenendehowa boys squad was first with 141 points as a team.

The Ballston Spa girls squad placed seventh as a team, totaling 30 points, while the Scotties’ boys team placed 11th with a total of 10 points.

Saratoga’s Sheridan Wheeler won both the 400-meter hurdles and the 2,000-meter steeplechase, while McKinley Wheeler earned wins in the 3,000-meter run and as part of the Blue Streaks’ 4x800 relay team. The relay squad also included Anya Belisle, Heidi Berglund, and Alycia Hart.

Emily Bush won the 1,500meter run, while Amelia McBain won the pole vault. On the boys’ side, Saratoga’s Joao Dos Anjos Neto also took home first place in the pole vault, and Evan Rando placed first in the pentathlon.

The Blue Streaks’ 4 x 400 relay squad of Charles Dybala,

Andrew Hope, Aidan Slavett, and Connor Varian placed first, while the 4 x 800 relay team of Thomas Isenovski, Hope, Luke Dacey, and Owen Blaisdell also came away with a victory.

See below for top finishers from both schools:

SARATOGA GIRLS

(2nd place, 146 points)

Sheridan Wheeler won both the 400-meter hurdles (1:04.57) and the 2,000-meter steeplechase (6:38.05), finishing second in the 3,000-meter run (10:00.67). McKinley Wheeler took first place in the 3,000-meter run (10:00.30), second in the 1,500-meter run

Schuylerville Girls Track Wins Section 2 Group 3 Championship

(4:33.33), and fourth in the 800meter run (2:15.98).

Emily Bush won the 1,500meter run (4:32.34), also placing third in both the 800-meter run (2:14.72) and the 3,000-meter run (10:03.19). The team of Anya Belisle, Heidi Berglund, Alycia Hart, and McKinley Wheeler won the 4 x 800 relay (9:27.43). In the 4 x 400 relay, the team of Bush, Hart, Sheridan Wheeler, and Elena Evans finished second (4:06.35).

Amelia McBain won the pole vault (10’ 0”), placing seventh in the long jump (16’ 0.5”) and eighth in the triple jump (33’ 7.5”).

Genevieve Duchaussee took second place in the 100-meter hurdles (15.64), high jump (5’ 0”), and shot put (35’ 4.25”), finishing sixth in the 400-meter hurdles (1:10.16).

Annabelle Schuck placed second in the long jump (17’ 2.5”), and sixth in the triple jump (34’ 1.75”). Sloane Mulcahy took fourth in the high jump (4’ 8”), while Belisle finished fourth in the 1,500-meter run (4:46.45).

Hart placed fifth in the 400-meter dash (1:00.63), while Natalie Wilding finished fifth in the 2,000-meter steeplechase (7:53.90), and Claire Braxton took seventh place in pole vault (7’ 0”).

SARATOGA BOYS (2nd place, 135 points)

Mason Talarico took third in the 1,600-meter (4:23.61) and ninth in the 3,200-meter run (9:44.37).

Caleb Yuhasz took second in the 3000-meter steeplechase (9:51.89), with Hudson Shaw in third (10:21.00) and Leydon Hemsworth in eighth (10:36.47). Dybala finished third in the 400meter hurdles (57.10), while Evan Griffiths placed fifth (59.96).

Billy Thobae finished fourth in the shot put (41’ 4.75”), while Varian placed fifth in the 400meter dash (51.66). Cooper Brandriss finished sixth in the 3,200-meter run (9:38.08), with Darren Pasek in eighth (9:43.76).

Jayden Cox took seventh in the discus (109’ 7”), while Owen Dagostino finished ninth in the high jump (5’ 6”). Michael Briscoe was ninth in the pole vault (10’ 6”).

BALLSTON SPA GIRLS (7th place, 30 points)

Harriet Healey took second place in the 400-meter dash (57.82) and fourth in the 400meter hurdles (1:08.33).

The team of Healey, Petrina Zborovsky, Tatiana McCray, and Gabrielle Bozeth finished fourth in the 4 x 100 relay (50.79). Bozeth, Candace Warlikowski, Zborovsky, and Healey combined to place fifth in the 4 x 400 relay (4:18.82).

CRARYVILLE —

The Schuylerville varsity girls track team used a balanced effort to take home the Section 2 Group 3 Championship on Thursday at Taconic Hills High School.

With a total of 111 points, the Black Horses’ girls squad finished in first, beating out secondplace Albany Academy for Girls (86 points). Schuylerville received event victories from Nikki Stark, Ryan Stark, and Meaghan Lynch en route to the team win.

See below for full results from top finishers for the Schuylerville boys and girls teams:

SCHUYLERVILLE GIRLS

Nikki Stark won the 400meter hurdles (1:06.22), while Ryan Stark won the pole vault (9’ 6”). Meaghan Lynch took first

place in the triple jump (35’ 11.5”).

Keira Rogan placed second in both the 1,500-meter (4:55.30) and the 3,000-meter (10:36.39), while Adeline Ballou finished second in the 2,000-meter steeplechase (7:57.45), and third in both the 1,500-meter (5:14.37) and the 3,000-meter (11:26.98).

Ryan Stark also placed second in the long jump (15’ 10.75”), and sixth in the triple jump (32’ 3”). Nikki Stark finished third in the 100-meter hurdles (16.16).

The team of Ryan Stark, Nikki Stark, Riley VanCott, and Lynch placed second in the 4 x 100 relay (51.83). In the 4 x 400 relay, the team of VanCott, Alayna Wian, Nikki Stark, and Megan Vianese placed third (4:18.67).

The team of Lillian Letzring,

Taylor Brown, Sidney Jacobs, and Louisa Fabritius finished third in the 4 x 800 relay (11:02.61).

Lynch also placed fourth in the long jump (15’ 7.25”). Vianese finished fourth in the 800-meter (2:33.23), with Hannah Yonkin fifth (2:36.54). Bailey Campbell placed sixth in the pentathlon (1,855).

SCHUYLERVILLE BOYS

The Schuylerville boys team finished 16th, with a total of six points. Gavin Winacott placed fourth in the 3,200-meters (10:38.25), while James Lynch finished fifth in the pole vault (11’ 0”) and ninth in the 1,600-meters (5:02.67).

Levi Michaud placed seventh in the high jump (5’ 3”), while Sam Dwyer finished eighth in the 100-meter (11.63).

The team of Charles Dybala, Andrew Hope, Aidan Slavett, and Connor Varian won the 4 x 400 relay (3:26.00), while the team of Thomas Isenovski, Hope, Luke Dacey, and Owen Blaisdell won the 4 x 800 relay (8:15.46). Joao Dos Anjos Neto, Tucker Zeh, Nick Baldwin, and Ethan Straughter placed second in the 4 x 100 relay (44.03).

Dos Anjos Neto won the pole vault (14’ 0”), and took second in the long jump (21’ 5.25”), while Evan Rando took first place in the pentathlon (2,612). Straughter finished second in the 200-meter dash (22.64), third in the 100meter dash (11.22), and seventh in the long jump (20’ 0.75”).

Slavett placed second in the 400-meter dash (51.00), while Blaisdell was third in the 800meter run (2:01.16). Jacob Bernd finished fourth in both the 800meter run (2:01.20) and the 1,600-meter run (4:26.36), while

Zborovsky finished fourth in the 100-meter dash (12.61) and 10th in the 200-meter dash (26.74). Bozeth placed fifth in the 200-meter dash (26.06) and eighth in the 100-meter (12.77), while Emily Hye finished seventh in the 2000-meter steeplechase (8:19.32).

BALLSTON SPA BOYS (11th place, 10 points)

Brandon Russell placed second in the discus (126’ 3”) and eighth in the shot put (39’ 5.5”). Isaiah Hannah took sixth in the 110-meter hurdles (15.60), while Joseph Fodera finished sixth in the 1600-meter run (4:43.32). Devin Hemraj placed seventh in the 400meter hurdles (1:02.44), and eighth in the 110-meter hurdles (15.77).

The team of Jacob Armer, Silas Bashant, Michael Miller, and Matthew Meerdink finished seventh in the 4 x 800 relay (8:53.63). Emmett Hansen finished seventh in the pole vault (11’ 6”), while Kala’i Leahey-Makanani took eighth in the 200-meter dash (23.12).

Photo provided by Schuylerville Central School District.

SCOTTIES STAMPEDE 5K HELD IN B’SPA

BALLSTON SPA —

The Ballston Spa Central School District recently hosted the annual Scotties Stampede 5k Run/Walk as part of the district’s Wellness Day 2023. The event followed a highly popular Kids Color Run with close to 300 students enjoying a run around the campus amidst clouds of color chalk.

The top three finishers of the

Scotties 5k were Andrew Wade in first place, Ari Bishop in second place and Robert Diamond in third place. Complete results are available via the ARE events website.

The Gold Level Sponsors of the event were Empire BlueCross and Blue Shield. Silver Level Sponsors included Roundabout Runners Club, CDPHP, Adirondack Cabling, Inc., New York State

Sheriffs’ Association, NYSSA –C-Pass, Ballston Spa National Bank and Speckled Pig Brewing Co. Bronze Level Sponsors were High Rock Realty, Inc., John W Danforth Company, Leonard Bus Sales Inc., Adirondack Trust Company, Elliott Property Services and T-Shirt Graphics. The Community Level Supporter was Harold R Clune, Inc.

The Wellness Expo once again offered information from community organizations, a free bike raffle, live demonstrations and plenty of great giveaways during the event. The goal is to bring the school community together for a fun-filled day and encourage students and families to participate in healthy and active lifestyles.

As in year’s past, proceeds

from the event will support the district’s Ballston Spa Partnership for Innovation in Education Fund, a component fund of the Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region. Call the Office of Community Relations and Program Support at 518884-7195 x1369 or contact Kelly Delaney-Elliott at kelliott@bscsd. org for more information.

See "Schuylerville Girls Track Wins Champs" pg. 35

See "B’Spa at Regional Envirothon Competition" pg. 21

Photos provided by Ballston Spa Central School District.