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BACK TO BUSINESS by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Small business owners opened their doors to in-store customers and hair stylists their salons for the first time in more than two months as part of the Capital Region’s phase two reopening plan on June 3. Outdoor dining returned one day later. “We opened at 9 o’clock and we already had someone waiting at the door,” said Maddy Zanetti, at Impressions of Saratoga.
“We’ve been open the whole time for curbside, delivery and shipping but today is the first time of customers in the store.” A table cradling bottles of hand sanitizer and disposable gloves and masks sat near the entryway door. “People are thrilled to be out,” added Marianne Barker. “I do think people who are leery are going to stay home for a while yet, but people know we’re pretty careful, we’ve been open about what we’re doing and the steps we’re taking." See Story pg. 9
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Welcome Back. Sign on Broadway outside Impressions of Saratoga on phase two reopening day, June 3, 2020. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.
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The Great Outdoors Local Markets Reopen Head to Moreau Lake by Megin Potter Saratoga TODAY
Gomez Veggie Ville. Photo by Pattie Garrett. Ballston-Spa Farmers’ Market pg. 14 | Saratoga Farmers’ Market pg. 20
MOREAU — Visiting the Moreau Lake State Park is going to require a bit of extra planning this year. With its 6,990 acres of land, 41 miles of hiking trails, and three lakes, Moreau Lake State Park is an excellent spot to enjoy the outdoors while maintaining social distancing during the pandemic. Before you go this summer however, it’s important that you familiarize yourself with the park’s new rules and regulations.
The New York State Parks Department of Recreation & Historic Preservation establishes these guidelines to ensure the parks are safe for everyone. Updates and additional information can be found at parks.ny.gov/covid19
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Father-Daughter Team Creates Custom Freedom Flags Photos courtesy of Morgan Zegers
by Opal Jessica Bogdan Saratoga TODAY
MALTA — Zegers Freedom Flags is a small business focused on creating handcrafted wooden American Flags. The father-daughter team Arthur and Morgan Zegers create the flags together. The two came up with the idea when Morgan Zegers graduated in 2018 and she found herself left with student debt. At the time, Art Zegers had watched online tutorials on how to create the wooden American flags and suggested they try creating one themselves. “After we made one, it was so beautiful we didn’t know what to do with it,” Morgan Zegers said. “We donated it to the local VFW, we were both members in Malta when we lived there. Our friend got cancer from Agent Orange when he served in Vietnam, so they had a fundraiser for him and we donated [the flag] and a ton of people wanted to buy more. We began selling them after that.” Colonel Arthur Zegers served the country in Operation Iraqi Freedom and on the site of 9/11. Morgan Zegers is the founder and CEO of Young Americans Against Socialism and owner of Zegers Freedom Flags.
When the two first began making flags, Morgan Zegers would hand carve the stars with a dremel. Soon after, the Eagle-Matt Lee Fire Department in Ballston Spa purchased 28 flags as gifts for each member of the fire department. “We just couldn’t make that many by hand so we ordered the CNC machine. That allows us to not only do the stars, but we can also do custom carvings,” Morgan Zegers said. A Computer Numerical Control, CNC, is the automated control of machining tools and 3D printers by means of the computer. A CNC machine processes a piece of material, in this case wood, to meet specifications by following a coded programmed instruction and without a manual operator. To create the flags, Art Zegers said he purchases the wood that he then cuts into small strips. He
will stockpile the lumber, then burn the wood and stain it. They then put together the custom flag. “It’s nice to be able to make a flag, but when it comes out as well as we make it, it’s pretty rewarding to hand it to a customer. They just really appreciate it and they send me photos of it hanging in the living room or in their office. It’s very rewarding in that aspect,” Art Zegers said. Two years ago, Megan Zeggers ran for New York’s State Assembly, which led to a plethora of networking for flag donations and sales. “It’s really a big network of people who are already involved with great causes,” Megan Zegers said. Both Megan and Art Zegers have full times jobs, and find
themselves creating the flags in the evenings during their free time. “I’m just doing this as a hobby now for when I do retire in four years as a civilian and a reservists. With all my military connections… this is where I’m getting my custom work. From different soldiers, engineers, military police and the units that I belong to are all ordering flags from me. So that was very rewarding especially since I worked with them,” Art Zegers said. The business has grown to be a family affair, as Morgan Zeger’s brother now lends a helping hand.
She added that her favorite part was the time she spends with her father. “Working with my dad is the best. We don’t talk very much as we work because it’s pretty loud. Other times we’ll be really busy and sometimes we don’t work for very long, but it has been really nice to spend the time with him,” Morgan Zegers said. “All of our best customers are military family members or family members with people in law enforcement. It’s just really exciting to know that we are creating something that means a lot to the people receiving the gift. It means a lot to us.”
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FRIDAY, JUNE 12 Fantastic Food Truck Corral Washington County Fairgrounds 392 Old Schuylerville Road, Greenwich | 4 – 8 p.m. Enjoy fair food from the comfort of your own home! Get some of your fair food favorites
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for takeout or curbside pickup. Each week the Washington County Fairgrounds will be posting information about the food trucks joining them as well as their menu options. Keep an eye on their Facebook page for more information: www. facebook.com/WashingtonCountyFairNewYork/
SUNDAY, JUNE 21 Annual Strawberry Social Wilton Heritage Museum 5 Parkhurst Road, Wilton | 1 – 4 p.m. The Wilton Heritage Society's annual strawberry social will be held on Sunday, June 21st at the, from 1 to 4 p.m. Curbside pickup ONLY. Donation $5. Collected in jar, exact cash. Strawberries, home-made biscuits, freshly whipped cream. Sorry we cannot socialize as usual because of New York State's restrictions.
Livestream Religious Services SARATOGA ABUNDANT LIFE CHURCH 2 Hutchins Road, Saratoga Springs
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BETHESDA EPISCOPAL CHURCH 26 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH SARATOGA
45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs Sermon and a worship service available each week on our webpage: fbcsaratoga.org. The worship bulletin to follow along, music links to sing along with the music selection and sermon will be an audio link in the bulletin.
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Please refer to our website for our Sunday Liturgy www.stpetersaratoga.com/mass-broadcast.html Worship aid provided to accompany the Mass.
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UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION OF SARATOGA SPRINGS Sunday at 10 a.m. uusaratoga.org/spiritual-exploration
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POLICE Yisel Martinez, 41, of Saratoga Springs, was charged May 29 with disorderly conduct/ violent behavior. Ruth Byrne, 29, of Saratoga Springs, was charged May 29 with first degree burglary/ use of threaten the use of a dangerous instrument, a felony, second degree assault /intent to cause physical injury, a felony, and fourth degree criminal possession of a weapon, a misdemeanor. Colby Guilder, 19, of Corinth, was charged May 30 in Saratoga Springs with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, a misdemeanor. Terrance Rudes, 28, of Saratoga Springs, was charged May 25 with misdemeanor petit larceny, and misdemeanor criminal trespass. James Altamirano, 39, of Ballston Spa, was charged May 25 in Saratoga Springs with criminal trespass, a misdemeanor. Nathan Shreve, 40, of Saratoga Springs, was charged May 26 with two counts misdemeanor assault, unlawful imprisonment, criminal obstruction of breathing, felony assault, and felony grand larceny. Louis Guerra, 45, of The Bronx, was charged May 26 in Saratoga Springs with criminal contempt in the first-degree, a felony.
Michael June, 36, of Schenectady, was charged May 28 in Saratoga Springs with felony DWI, felony aggravated DWI, circumventing interlock, obstructing a governmental official, having no motor vehicle license, and second degree harassment. Antonio Lind, 26, of Mechanicville, was charged May 28 in Saratoga Springs with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, a misdemeanor, and speed not prudent or reasonable. NEW YORK STATE POLICE issued more than 8,900 tickets during a special traffic enforcement period during Memorial Day Weekend. During the campaign, which started on Friday, May 22 and ran through 3 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26, State Police increased patrols and conducted sobriety checkpoints to deter, identify and arrest impaired drivers. The initiative was funded by the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC). During this enforcement period, State Troopers arrested 203 people for DWI, and investigated 457 crashes, which injured 11 people. State Police responded to two fatal crashes during the weekend. As part of the enforcement, Troopers also targeted drivers speeding and aggressive drivers across the State and issued a total of 8,907 tickets for a variety of vehicle and traffic violations.
BLOTTER 5 COURT Joseph W. Welch, age 38, of Schroon Lake, was charged May 27 in Saratoga Springs with one misdemeanor count and one felony count assault, and criminal possession of a weapon. Police said at about 7 p.m. May 27 they were called to Railroad Place for a fightin-progress involving two men, and that a subsequent investigation allegedly showed that Welch, who was one of the two men, was the aggressor. The victim was a 35-yearold man who sustained minor injuries. Welch was additionally found to have an open warrant with the Saratoga Springs Police Department that stemmed from an incident that took place March 4 on West Harrison Street where it is alleged Welch assaulted a 40-yearold male victim by cutting the victim’s face with a knife. The victim, due to the nature of the injury, was transported to Albany Medical Center for emergency treatment. The injury, while significant, was not life threatening. Welch was arraigned on May 28 and sent to jail without bail.
with the misdemeanors: criminal mischief in the fourthdegree/ prevent emergency call; criminal mischief in the fourth-degree/ intent to damage property, and petit larceny, as well as the violation of harassment in the seconddegree. Troopers responded to a residence in Ballston Lake regarding a domestic dispute. After speaking with the parties involved, it was determined
that Hitchcock had struck the victim and taken their car keys when they tried to leave. He is also accused of breaking the victim’s cellphone when they attempted to contact police. Hitchcock was taken into custody and transported to SP Saratoga for processing. He was arraigned in Malta Town Court and released on his own recognizance. He is due back in court on July 15.
STATE POLICE IN SARATOGA arrested 29-year-old Kyle C. Hitchcock of Malta, on May 26. Hitchcock was charged
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4-H Senior Libby Swatling with her brothers Wyatt and Zane.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — You might be seeing a few more signs around Saratoga County as 4-H is celebrating the hard work and accomplishments of 4-H Seniors. Saratoga County 4-H and 4-H Teen Council recently delivered yard signs to 30 4-H Seniors throughout the county.
Saratoga County 4-H Issue Leader Greg Stevens with 4-H Senior Caleb Wilbur.
These members will also be recognized with a 4-H Senior Spotlight on the Saratoga County 4-H Facebook page. Many of these members have spent more than a decade as 4-H members, and several have taken leadership roles in their clubs and the 4-H program as a whole.
4-H Seniors Kurt, Keith, Analiese and Karl Meidenbauer.
“These young people have worked so hard throughout their 4-H career, whether it is raising 4-H project animals, learning and building project skills, or becoming true leaders, we really just want to recognize that hard work and dedication. With the 2020 Saratoga County Fair being
cancelled, we felt it was important to let these young men and women know how proud we are of their accomplishments,” said Leland Bunting, 4-H resource educator. Cornell Cooperative Extension and Saratoga County 4-H are excited to recognize and congratulate our Senior 4-H Members.
SARATOGA ONE FOR ALL RAISES AWARENESS FOR NON-PROFITS Local Performers Joined Voices to Benefit Saratoga Community Service Providers SARATOGA SPRINGS — In an effort to bring the Saratoga community together in support of local non-profits, Network Saratoga LLC presented Saratoga One For All, a Facebook Live Event, on Thursday, May 14 on Facebook and YouTube channels. Event collaborators included Coverbandtv.com, Real Estate Digital Designs, and Social Radiant. Saratoga One for All was supported by The Adirondack Trust Company and Star Radio. The show was hosted by Star Radio’s Walt Adams. Saratoga One for All included a talented list of popular musical solo artists who were each paired with a local nonprofit organization. After the
artist’s introduction and heartfelt words were shared about their chosen non-profit, they sang some tunes whose titles or lyrics were specifically selected for the event. They then segued into a video highlighting the work of the non-profit. Participating artists included Rick Bolton, Jeff Brisbin, Justin Joyner, Matt McCabe, Garland Nelson, Rich Ortiz, Tim Wechgelaer and Jay Yager. Each musician performed from their home which gave the event a very warm, natural appeal. “One for All was a passionate collection of efforts from a dozen or so individuals who were driven to contribute something positive to the local scene amid these difficult pandemic times,”
said Fran Dingeman, owner of Network Saratoga LLC. “The non-profits that were highlighted through the event were some of the organizations that were suddenly met with increased needs for services and we wanted to help them fund these needs. We also hoped to raise awareness so those in need of assistance knew who to reach out to for help.” Non-profit organizations whose work was showcased throughout the evening included AIM Services Inc., Franklin Community Center, Saratoga Center for the Family, Shelters of Saratoga, The Prevention Council, The Saratoga Senior Center, Wellspring and The Wesley Community.
“It was a pleasure working with such a talented group of professionals who quickly came together to launch Saratoga One for All within a two-week time period. We were very pleased with the results,” said Dingeman. Reports showed that the One for All Facebook page reached a total of 3500 individuals and there were 21,685 Facebook video views. The broadcast reached 6.6 thousand people who spent a total of almost 20,000 minutes of viewing. A total of $8500 was raised to date as a result of the evening. The opportunity to make a donation to each of these organizations continues to be possible through archived viewings of One for All on both Facebook and You Tube channels.
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Empire Ambulance and PJ’s BBQ.
Saratoga Springs Fire Deptartment and Tinney’s Tavern. All photos courtesy of Saratoga Springs Lions Club.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs Lions Club throughout April and May 2020 used a three-prong approach to help thousands of people and appreciate essential front-line workers. “Our club saw the need and determined that we could utilize different aspects to help so many people in our community during this horrific pandemic” said Lion Club President Sal Bonsangue. First the Saratoga Springs Lions Club bought six cases, four gallons each case, of hand sanitizer from High Peaks Distilling of Adirondack Pub & Brewery. High Peaks also donated another case. The Lions then delivered a case of sanitizer to each of the following: Saratoga Hospital, Saratoga Fire Department (Lake and West Ave.), Empire Ambulance (West Ave.), Saratoga Police Department, Shelters of Saratoga and the Franklin Community Center. Secondly, the Saratoga Springs Lions Club donated $500 to each
of the following food pantries: Franklin Community Center Food Pantry, The Salvation Army, Wilton Food Pantry, St. Clements Food Pantry, Saratoga EOC Food Pantry, Shelters of Saratoga, Presbyterian Food Pantry and the Saratoga SNACpack program, spending $4000 to help thousands in our Community. Thirdly, the club focused on showing their appreciation during these tough times to all local front-line workers while helping some local restaurant partners. They utilized Mama Mia’s Restaurant, Panza’s, 99 Restaurant in Wilton, Tinney’s Tavern, and PJ’s BAR-B-QSA. By utilizing and helping restaurant partners, Lions Club was able to provide a lunch for four consecutive weeks to each of the following front line workers in the Saratoga Area: Saratoga Hospital, Saratoga Police Department, Saratoga Fire Department (Lake and West Ave), Empire Ambulance (West Ave),
Saratoga Sheriffs Wilton Barracks, The Wesley Community, Four Winds, and Shelters of Saratoga. Many thanks go to Advantage Press for donating Saratoga Lions “Thank You for All You Do” stickers which were placed on each meal. The Lions Club is always looking for new members who want to help our community in our mission areas of Sight, Hearing, Diabetes, Youth, Community, Hunger, Childhood Cancer and Veterans. The Saratoga Springs Lions Club is a volunteer-based service organization with a mission to serve its community and support local youth, promote diabetes prevention, promote sight and hearing conservation, to attack Hunger and Childhood Cancer and help our Veterans. To learn more about the club or to join in helping thousands of people in and around Saratoga Springs, visit our website for more information and how to contact us for membership.
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Planning Review This Week for Proposed New 120-Room Hotel on South Broadway
Week of June 5 – June 11, 2020
Horse Racing Resumes This Week - With Changes
Turf and Spa Motel on South Broadway. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.
by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The owners of the Turf and Spa Motel at 176 South Broadway are scheduled for a site plan review June 11 in front of the city Planning Board with a proposal that replaces
the existing two-story, 43-room motel with a 120-room hotel atop the 1.4-acre property. The applicant, Larkin Hospitality, was founded in 1987 and currently operates 10 hotels and inns in Vermont and Massachusetts. The new South Broadway Hotel would also feature an underground parking garage.
Morning routine on the Oklahoma Training Track Thursday, June 4. Photo by SuperSource Media.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The New York Racing Association opened for training at both the Oklahoma Training Track and Saratoga Race Course this week, coinciding with the return to racing at Belmont Park. Due to the COVID-19 epidemic, however, both NYRA track locations will undergo big changes. The Belmont Park spring/summer meet will be held without spectators in attendance and much the same is anticipated for the Saratoga meet, which is scheduled to begin on Thursday, July 16 and run through Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7.
The Oklahoma facility was originally slated to open April 15. NYRA says after consultations with the NYSGC and state and local public health officials, it has implemented a comprehensive set of health and safety protocols designed to protect and mitigate risk for employees, horsemen, backstretch workers and the Saratoga community. The Oklahoma Training Track and Whitney Viewing Stand will be closed to owners and the public. Access will be restricted to essential personnel duly licensed by NYRA and the New York State Gaming Commission.
All personnel working at the Oklahoma Training Track must test negative for COVID-19 or test positive for the antibodies for COVID-19. This applies to both local personnel as well as those arriving from other regions. All personnel licensed and approved to be on the property will be required to complete a daily health screening and temperature check conducted by trained EMTs. Face masks or coverings and adherence to strict social distancing measures will be mandatory at all times. Masks and personal protective equipment will be provided.
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BACK TO BUSINESS Saratoga Reopens for Phase 2 continued from front page... Kimberly Burton opened the doors to her Pink Paddock shop at 11 a.m. “It’s been three months. Three very long months,” she said with emphasis, celebrating the 15th year of the Broadway shop that’s been fitted with hand sanitizing stations, plastic protective shields at the register counter and posted to inform customers of in-store capacity regulations. “I think people are anxious to get out of the house, to shop, to try on some new clothes,” she said gesturing toward the dressing rooms, which are disinfected between customer uses. Phase Two reopening allows for in-store retail sales, hair salons and barbershops, and office-based work, in addition to real estate services, commercial building management, vehicle sales, leases, and rentals, and retail rental, repair, and cleaning. Outdoor dining was added to the list on the afternoon of June 3. “We’re already booked for the next three weeks,” said Yvette Ruddy, a hairstylist at Remarkable Finish on Broadway, where a digital thermometer rests at the entryway and customer chairs have been placed at a safe distance from one another. The employees have all been tested for the COVID-19 virus before ensuring they could return to work, she said. An array of state guidelines and restrictions accompany reopening plans for both workforce employees and customers, with presence being limited to no more than 50% of the maximum occupancy for a particular area, as set by the certificate of occupancy. Employers are also recommended to adjust workplace hours to limit in-person presence to necessary staff only, as well as maintaining six feet of separation from others and wearing an acceptable face covering. "What we have done with this COVID virus is really an amazing accomplishment, and it was all done by the people of this state. They did it, 19 million people did what they never did before. They responded with a level of determination and discipline that I was amazed with
frankly," Gov. Andrew Cuomo said this week. "Remember where we were: we had 800 people die in one day. We had the worst situation in the United States of America. At one point we had the worst situation on the globe. And now we're reopening in less than 50 days. We went from an internationally terrible situation to where we’re talking about reopening." To date, more than 105,000 U.S. residents have died during the past three months due to COVID-19. More than 38 million Americans have filed unemployment claims over the span of nine weeks. Whether the worst has passed or a so-called “second wave” returns - as some in the medical community have suggested – remains an unknown. “I’m delighted to see our retailers open again. And as we are getting caught up in our reopening details and stores are focusing on their safety plans - and we have riots going on and protests going on, It’s easy to lose track that there still is a virus present in our community,” cautioned Saratoga Springs Public Safety Commissioner Robin Dalton. In Saratoga County, there have been 495 confirmed cases of COVID-19 this year, 56 specifically being Saratoga Springs residents. Sixteen people have died, and 6 people are currently hospitalized. Approximately 2,500 residents have been isolated or quarantined at some point.
Pam Worth and Alexandra Besso of Spoken Boutique are stronger together. Photo by SuperSource Media.
“We all need to keep our eye on the ball here and realize there still is a virus present, it’s still in our community and we need to be really vigilant as we continue these reopening phases, so we can get to phase three, so we can get to phase four and we can get back to some kind of normalcy,” Dalton said. continues to page 23...
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Statement from Saratoga Outdoor Restaurants Get State OK; Springs Mayor Meg City Council to Explore Extended Kelly Regarding The Outdoor Seating for Eating, Drinking Killing of George Floyd Establishments in Saratoga Springs SARATOGA SPRINGS — “Recent days remind us that we all need to speak when we see injustice,” city Mayor Meg Kelly told the City Council June 2. “The events in Minneapolis last week that saw a black man pleading for his life under the knee of an officer – while several other officers either assisted or stood by – can only happen again if each of us forget our outrage,” Kelly said. “All of us must galvanize our current feelings and demand change in our institutions that allows such racial discrimination. I know that Saratoga Springs is a
city to lead this.” Protests have been staged every day this week opposite City Hall on Broadway in Saratoga Springs. On June 1, city Police Chief Shane Crooks and a handful of members of the city police department joined protesters gathered at the location. “I do believe our police department is the leader of this charge. They went out there, they took a knee with the protesters,” Mayor Kelly said. “Our policemen and policewomen really know our community and they work really hard at all relations.”
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SARATOGA SPRINGS — The City Council will host a Public Hearing June 16 regarding temporarily extending "eating and drinking establishments" onto "auxiliary seating areas" on public property, as a result of necessary spacing precautions during the COVID-19 epidemic. The measure – which would amend chapter 136 of the City Code – would allow the city to accommodate licensed eating and drinking establishments to provide their services to the public
Downtown Saratoga. Photo by Lindsay Fish.
on specific public properties. Those public property locations have not been specified, although is generally assumed Broadway – a state road - is not among them. If approved, the approval process may be conducted through an application process for holders of valid licenses. As of this week, there is little additional information regarding the matter. The public hearing will begin at 6:55 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16. Since the start of the pandemic, City Council meetings are held via Zoom and are accessible through the city’s website. A State of Emergency
currently remains in effect in Saratoga Springs until June 12. The city website may be accessed at: saratoga-springs.org. On Wednesday, June 3, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced outdoor dining at restaurants will be permitted beginning June 4 for restaurants in the Capital Region – which includes Saratoga Springs – as well as in the six other regions that have been approved for phase two reopenings. Outdoor tables must be spaced six feet apart, all staff must wear face coverings and customers must also wear face coverings when not seated.
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Online Plant-Based Cooking Classes Invite Capital Region Residents to Improve Health including foods that support the immune system, diabetes prevention and reversal, heart health, and maintaining a healthy weight, as well as tips on planning a budgetfriendly menu with pantry staples.” Czech became a licensed Food for Life instructor with the Physicians Committee in 2019 and has been a plant-based eater and cook since 2012. Designed by physicians, nurses, and registered dietitians, Food for Life is an award-winning nutrition education and cooking class program that provides an innovative approach to dietrelated chronic diseases. Since
Deb Czech cooking in her kitchen/Zoom studio. Photo provided.
Food for Life Sessions Provide Education and Recipes to Reduce Chronic Health Conditions SARATOGA SPRINGS — Local plant-based cooking and nutrition instructor Deb Czech is teaming up with the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine to bring online classes to Capital Region residents. Food for Life classes help people improve their health through a plant-based diet. Czech is the owner of Planted Platter of Saratoga Springs, a business providing plant-based programs to individuals, workplaces, and food service operations. Due to COVID-19, Food for Life classes are now being offered online for the first time. Czech and her fellow Food for Life instructors across the United States and abroad will teach participants how plant-based diets can help achieve weight loss and prevent and sometimes reverse chronic diseases, including heart disease and Type 2 diabetes. Planted Platter’s summer class schedule will include both day and evening sessions. “These Food for Life classes will not only teach people the benefits of plant-based eating, but also show them how to put together simple, affordable meals. We will discuss strategies to shift to eating more plant foods, while respecting everyone’s need to
make changes at their own pace,” says Czech. “With the current issues surrounding the country’s meat supply and interest in reducing COVID-19 risks associated with underlying health conditions, people are especially curious right now about plant-based meal options.” Each class covers important nutrition topics with short videos from the Physicians Committee’s medical team followed by Czech teaching students how they can put this information into practice in delicious and easy-to-prepare recipes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, people with underlying health conditions—such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity— make up the majority of COVID19 deaths in the United States. Plant-based diets are scientifically proven to prevent and even reverse many of those diseases. “We’re all looking for ways to stay as healthy as we can during this unprecedented time,” says Susan Levin, MS, RD, director of nutrition education for the Physicians Committee. “Food for Life classes give people the tools they need to stay healthy. From the comfort of their homes, participants will learn about topics
2001, Food for Life has been a pioneer in delivering hands-on information about the direct role of plant-based nutrition in health and disease prevention to communities around the world. In June, a one-hour “lunch and learn” series will occur on Tuesdays (June 9, 16, 23) from 12-1 p.m. In both June and July, on Monday and Tuesday evenings from 6-8 p.m., classes will cover topics such as boosting immunity and fighting cancer (July 6-7), healthy heart and blood pressure (June 8-9 or July 13-14), and diabetes and weight control (June 15-16 or July 20-21).
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Skidmore Honors Graduates During Live Commencement SARATOGA SPRINGS – The Skidmore College community came together online to celebrate the creativity and resilience of the Class of 2020, whose final semester was interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Thousands of graduates, students, family members, alumni and friends from across the globe watched as Skidmore conferred 647 degrees in an unprecedented virtual commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 30. The event was broadcast live from the SurreyWilliamson Inn on Skidmore’s campus, and streamed on Skidmore’s website and social media accounts. The tribute included many of the usual components of a traditional Commencement ceremony — a touching rendition of Skidmore’s alma mater performed by Emma Berkowitz ’20 and Lindsay Walsh ’20; welcoming remarks by Jinan Al-Busaidi ’20, senior class president; a speech by faculty speaker Jennifer C. Mueller; and greetings from President Philip A. Glotzbach, who invited graduates to rise and move their tassels from right to left, symbolizing the conferring of degrees.
But this year was also unique: Like educational institutions across the United States and the world, the College suddenly switched to online learning this spring. During the Commencement ceremony, graduates gathered with friends and family members in smaller groups as part of global social distancing efforts to contain the spread of the disease. Rather than walk across the stage at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC), graduates, many wearing caps and gowns at home, were recognized during a live program. Diplomas were sent out by mail. Praising the resilience of the Class of 2020, President Glotzbach noted there was no playbook for the pandemic, nor for life. “We all had to make it up as we went along — rather like trying to keep an airplane flying while making emergency repairs. But you rose to the challenge. Along with so many people at our College, you displayed flexibility, inventiveness, perseverance and creativity,” the president told graduates. “Yours is arguably one of the most resilient classes in the College’s history — perhaps the most resilient one.”
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Ballston Spa School Budget and Board Vote Information BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa Central School District Board of Education recently approved a proposed budget of $93,258,635 for the 2020-2021 school year. The adopted budget reflects a 1.3% budget-to-budget increase, and a 3.53% tax levy increase, with an estimated average of 1.2% tax rate increase across the district (actual tax rates are set in August). The approximate tax impact is a $52 increase for the average single family home assessed at $253,710. Voters in the district are encouraged to learn more about the proposed school budget by reviewing the information on the website or in the district newsletter, which is mailed to all
district residences. In addition, residents may call the district’s budget hotline with specific questions for the Assistant Superintendent for Business at 518-884-7195, ext. 1320. Questions and comments may also be sent via the comments section on the district website. The annual statewide School Budget Vote and Board of Education Elections is being held by absentee ballot only. All registered voters will be receiving information on the process in the mail in early June. Ballots must be received in the mail, or in the ballot drop box, which will be placed at the entrance of the District Office at 70 Malta Avenue, by 5 p.m. on June 9, 2020. There are two full term,
three year, board seats up for election this year, commencing in July 2020. Interested voters will select from the following candidates: Matthew Dreher, Rebekah Deuel-Jones, Susan Filburn, Lillian McCarthy, Susan Moore, David Newell, and Katie Whittemore. Board of Education candidates have provided video statements that can be reviewed on the district website. Additional candidate information is also being posted by the Saratoga County League of Women Voters. Please see the district newsletter for additional information, visit the budget pages of the district website at www.bscsd.org/Page/13104 or call 518-884-7195 ext. 1320 for additional information.
Saints Helping Angels: Saratoga Central Catholic Baseball Team's 5K Fundraiser in Support of Kelly's Angels
SCC Kelly’s Angels. Check presentation picture from left to right: Alphonse Lambert, Mark Mulholland, Connor Mulholland, Nick Winslow. Photos provided.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — On May 26, 2020, the Saratoga Central Catholic's Varsity and Junior Varsity Baseball Teams took part in a virtual 5K run to benefit Kelly's Angels Inc. The
Saints were scheduled to have a baseball tournament to support Kelly's Angels, but had to cancel due to COVID-19. During a Zoom meeting, the varsity players wanted to do one last project as a team
to support the organization, and decided on a 5K charity run. The teams received pledges from family and friends and raised a total of $2,305 for Kelly's Angels Inc. The mantra...Saints helping Angels.
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New Local Salon Opens IN BALLSTON LAKE
by Opal Jessica Bogdan Saratoga TODAY
BALLSTON SPA — Authentic Salon opened their doors Wednesday of this week, bringing high quality hair service in a wholesome atmosphere. Kayla Murphy, owner of Authentic Salon, was inspired to open the new business through her work as a National Color Educator for John Paul Mitchell Systems. Murphy has travelled around the country as a national educator and has worked in many different salons. By visiting and working in the salons across the country, Murphy had the opportunity to see both successful
and unsuccessful work in the salon industry for other stylists in many different demographics. “Working in so many salons in the Capital District, I have gotten to learn what works best for our demographic. And working with Paul Mitchell, I have had the opportunity to receive amazing quality training with the best in our industry globally,” Murphy said. “Once the Covid-19 crisis hit, my ideas and plans were solidified even more through the need for transparency in sanitation for my salon guests and coworkers. Also being pregnant and having asthma put me at a higher risk for contracting the virus so I knew I had to do something.”
Authentic Salon. Photos courtesy of owner Kayla Murphy (pictured above).
The salon, located at 1 Lake Hill Road, Ballston Lake, will offer women's, men's and children's haircuts as well as blowouts, specialty color, keratin smoothing, event styling and airbrush makeup. “Authentic Salon is unique in the way that we provide the highest quality hair services in a downto-earth, community friendly, wholesome atmosphere. I think so many times in situations where you receive excellence in standards, you trade off a lot of the wholesome qualities the community appreciates and values,” Murphy said. Since Authentic Salon is a new business, the doors will open in accordance to restrictions
and guidelines set in place for the community. Following the mandated guidelines for New York salons, Authentic Salon will test for COVID bi-weekly, wear masks and face shields, provide a clean cape for services and limit the number of guests in the salon at one time. “In addition to the mandated guidelines, we are taking extra steps of precautions such as having our guests sign waivers when they arrive, wearing disposable gloves for the duration of the appointments, running air sanitizers throughout the salon, using neck strips and wearing a clean apron for every client. If a guest arrives without a mask, hand sanitizer, gloves and a new mask will be provided for
them,” Murphy said. To accommodate postponed appointments as well as new appointments, hours of operation have been extended. Salon guests looking to book an appointment or stylist can visit their facebook page or email authenticsalonny@ gmail.com. They are currently hiring established booth renters. “I am most looking forward to creating the place I always knew I needed to work in to be as successful and prosperous as possible. And creating a safe work environment for my salon guests whom I have known for so many years, to come visit me and receive the services I love to provide for them,” Murphy said.
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Ballston-Spa Farmers’ Market to Open Photos by Pattie Garrett.
by Opal Jessica Bogdan Saratoga TODAY
BALLSTON SPA — The 2020 Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market will open starting June 13 and run through September 26. By following interim guidelines set by New York State Agriculture and Market for Farmers’ Markets, guidelines and precautions have been set in place. According to the
market’s website, vendors will be properly spaced, social distance precautions will be implemented and masks will be required for vendors and customers. They will also offer hand sanitizer to customers and vendors. The Saratoga Farmers’ Market has currently been open on Wednesday and Saturday each week following the same guidelines. Emily Meagher, Market Administrator of Saratoga
Farmers’ Market Association (SFMA) said the market only cancelled in mid-March, but moved outdoors to the Wilton Mall, occupying the parking lots near the Bow Tie Cinemas and the old Bon-Ton department store. Bracing cold weeks throughout March and April, Meagher said the move outdoors wasn’t the only change SFMA has made. “Things have been going well for our farmers’ market. We’ve been heartened by the immense support from our local community. Now more than ever, it seems people are really appreciating local products and
producers,” Meagher said. Other changes SMFA has made to their set up includes: spacing out vendors’ stalls 10 to 15 feet, widening walkways to encourage and accommodate social distancing between customers, increasing hand washing stations and hand sanitizer available to customers and vendors, requiring masks to be worn within the market perimeters, and encouraging customers not to bring more than two members of their household and not to bring pets, to preorder when possible, and not to linger after they shop.
Meagher also mentioned vendors cannot give out samples and are the only ones to touch products. They are also encouraged to prepackage items to limit exposure. Every hour during the market, customer attendance is counted to ensure not too many customers are at SMFA at one. “Farmers’ markets are usually a very social and communal place. Although we can’t create that atmosphere right now as a market, thankfully our vendors and customers still create a joyful and positive environment,” Meagher said. Even as a social setting, Meagher added the community shouldn’t worry while visiting the market so long as proper guidelines are followed. Each market entrance, in addition to their social media page, posts the safety guidelines. “For those customers who are vulnerable or immunocompromised, we do encourage preordering or having a friend or family member come to the market instead. But due to the precautions we’ve taken and the fact that we are operating outdoors, our markets are very safe. For those who might still be worried, I suggest trying out our Wednesday market, which is a smaller market with about 15 vendors. Especially after the first opening rush, which lasts until about 4 p.m., the market becomes a very intimate and socially distanced place to do your shopping safely and without any stress,” Meagher said. Starting in June, SFMA’s satellite location in Clifton Park will also be opened on Mondays, outside the Shenendehowa Methodist Church.
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Developer Ready for $12.4 Million Saratoga County Tech Park SARATOGA SPRINGS — Developer Mark Rekucki is about to invest $12.4 million to construct three warehouses totaling 186,000 square feet at his 200-acre Synergy Tech Park site in Clifton Park. The founder of M.J. Properties of Clifton Park will
build the warehouse-and-office buildings on speculation after receiving interest from a string of logistics and shipping companies since introducing plans to develop a technology park off Route 9 and Kinns Road. Rekucki is working with Saratoga Economic Development
Corp. to apply for mortgage, sales and property tax incentives through the Clifton Park Industrial Development Agency to help control the cost of the overall project. If approved, Rekucki would save $1.5 million in taxes over 10 years, including $470,000 in sales tax breaks.
New Owners Planning Upgrades at Saratoga Hilton Garden Inn SARATOGA SPRINGS — Gulph Creek Hotels is seeking approval from the city of Saratoga Springs to renovate the Hilton Garden Inn, three months after purchasing the 112-room hotel. Exterior renovations are part of $2 million in proposed upgrades planned by the suburban Philadelphia hotel management company. Gulph Creek purchased the 21-year-old Hilton Garden Inn for $9.75 million in February. The South Broadway hotel was acquired from BRE Select Hotels Properties LLC, part of Blackstone Group (NYSE: BX). The deal closed Feb. 20. The new owners have filed an application with the Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission seeking an architectural review of plans to
replace the front entrance, repaint the hotel and make other exterior improvements at the 2.75-acre property. Gulph Creek is working on the project with architect Kiprian Fedetz of Allentown, Pennsylvania. Gulph Creek executives said in February that the Hilton Garden Inn's occupancy had been strong, but the company purchased it seeing opportunities for improvement. Less than a month after the purchase, the Covid-19 pandemic started spreading across New York state, forcing thousands of businesses to shut down, dramatically limiting travel. Hotel occupancy in Saratoga County fell by 38.5% in March 2020, compared to the same period the previous year. The city is preparing for its busiest season; however, this
summer's turnout remains in question since the Saratoga Race Course plans to run without permitting fans at the track. Last year, more than 1 million people attended the races. Gulph Creek owns a halfdozen hotels and manages 20 others in Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. The company secured a $9.6 million mortgage through Truist Bank of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, when it purchased the Saratoga Springs hotel. Approximately $2 million of that total was part of a construction loan to cover renovations. Gulph Creek principal Derek Sylvester said in February that the new owners also plan to upgrade the bar and reconfigure the lobby. The 112 rooms already had been renovated over the past two years.
Letter
TO THE EDITOR
On the School Board Candidate Forum Krackler wants to raise your property taxes. I listened to the school board candidate forum moderated by the League of Women’s Voters Monday night. I was in shock to hear that Tony Krackler wants to abolish the tax cap and raise our property taxes. According to the Empire Center the tax cap has saved New Yorkers billions of dollars since its implementation in 2011-2012. With so many people struggling financially in our community, I found his statement to be completely tone-deaf.
- ROB ARRIGO, Saratoga Springs
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Asiatic Lily.
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love lilies! They take little effort to plant and grow, and the rewards are huge. They’re winter hardy, so once you plant them they stay in forever, multiply quickly, and provide large, often fragrant flowers. Lilies are available as bulbs in economical packages from the garden center in early spring and later as potted plants among the perennials selection. The variety of sizes and colors is amazing. No wonder I love them so much!
The lilium segment of the larger Liliaceae family contains some of the showiest flowers to be found anywhere, and many of the thousands of cultivars thrive in our northern climate including two of my favorites, Asiatic and Oriental Hybrids. Asiatic hybrids are the first of the lilies to flower in early summer. They are also the most cold tolerant of all lilium forms. Asiatics mature and reproduce rapidly, making them a rewarding
choice for those just starting to dabble in lily growing. Asiatics are available in reds, whites, pinks, oranges, and yellows of every shade. Some feature solid colored petals while others are ornately speckled. Asiatics are not strongly scented but come in a range of sizes from 2’ to 5’ tall! Pictured above are some of Asiatic Lilies that grow in our beds. Another lily enjoyed by many is not a lily at all. Everyone knows them as daylilies, but they are not
Fancy Daylily
The daylily has come a long way from the common roadside flower that our ancestors planted. true lilies but Hemerocallis. You have seen them growing almost wild in roadside ditches and just about anywhere. We can thank our ancestors who planted them generations ago. Hemerocallis is a Greek word meaning 'beautiful for a day'. The name reflects the lifespan of each flower which opens in the morning and withers away at the end of a single day.
Common Daylily
Daylilies are about the easiest plants to grow. They love full sun but will thrive in partial shade and aren’t particular about the soil they’re planted in. Only a few years ago, a clump of yellow daylilies was considered
exotic. Now red, gold, peach and burgundy daylilies are turning up in perennial borders. Daylilies with bi-colored flowers are commonly available. Miniatures and strongly scented daylilies have also appeared. The daylily has come a long way from the common roadside flower that our ancestors planted. They have taken up a new role at the heart of the garden. Considering how easy they are to grow and how rapidly they multiply, you should give them a try.
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BALLSTON SPA 31 Woodside Dr., $3239,827. Michael and Julie Burnetter sold property to Christopher and Michelle Kulak.
CLIFTON PARK 27 Sterling Heights Dr., $430,000. Kate and Christopher Schleede sold property to Steven Liquorman and Jami Pecora Liquorman.
PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
CORINTH 315 Angel Rd., $169,148. Rosalie Mosca (Ind and as Agent) and Phyllis Sanfilippo (by Agent) sold property to Michael Morris. 677 County Rte 25, $80,000. Maynard Lillibridge (by Exec) sold property to Barry McDonough.
GALWAY
34 Huntwood Dr., $220,000. Maureen Mucahy sold property to John Belkevich III.
5960 Jockey St., $133,000. Travis Mitchell sold property to Joseph Dannible.
73 Tallowwood Dr., $191,000. Betsy Cuttita sold property to Senthil Dhechinamoorthy and Priyameena Manoharan.
23 Ericson Dr., $288,100. Michael Carpenter sold property to Thomas and Caitlin Aldridge.
997 Hatlee Rd., $430,000. GJA and S LLC sold property to Ryan Baker and Keila Koch. 37A Greensboro Blvd., $185,000. Valentino Tebbano sold property to Maria Wilder. 35 Heritage Pointe Dr., $460,000. Boubacar Bah sold property to Vidyaranya Gujju and Preethi Shalini. 22 Sunrise Terrace, $293,814. Rodney and Ingrid Peterson sold property to Shawn Benoit and Diane Larue. 20 Woodstead Rd., $351,000. Joseph and Ann Baumgartner sold property to Kelsey and Eric Mokarry. 38 Barkwood Lane, $230,720. British American Remodel and Design LLC sold property to Rose Rider. 40 Vistas Court, $353,244. Vistas West Development LLC sold property to Ronald and Carolyn Schirnglone. 74 English Rd., $389,000. Victor and Tatyana Aristova sold property to Richard Ditieri III. 41 Vista Court, $363,000. Vistas West Development LLC sold property to Jack and Judith Eastman. 12 Tipperary Way, $650,000. Kristen Chopas sold property to Frank and Lynne Iati. 34 Vista Court, $383,344. Vistas West Development LLC sold property to Maura O’Brien.
3098 New York State Route 9N, $225,000. Orisek LLC sold property to MNMC Property Holdings LLC.
HALFMOON
108 6th St., $205,000. Nicholas Curto, Jr., Arthur Curto, Celeste Curto Benoit, Denise Curto Miller, and Anita Curto Jesmer sold property to Nicholas and Lynn Argenti. 90 Arrowwood Place, $210,000. Sara and Thomas Killian, III sold property to Corissa Salvo. 5 Basswood Court, $345,000. Michael and Brooke Trotta sold property to Suzanne and Patrick Cronin, Sr. 1132 Laural Ln, $230,000. Chelsea Ahl sold property to Giovanni and Domenico Casanica. East High St., $3,900. Town of Malta sold property to Christina DeFilippo. 39 Vettura Court, $409,191. DeGraff Bloom Custom Builders Inc. sold property to Susan Verhaeg (as Trustee).
MILTON
26 Dormie Ave., $294,900. Sean Lyons sold property to Nicholas Hess and Heather Daigneault.
154 Bath St., $143,500. Peter Ruggiero sold property to Duane and Christine Averill.
35 Silo Dr., $386,000. Wilfredo Miranda, Jr. sold property to Brian and Allison Miranda.
344 Northline Rd., $72,000. Linda Wilber sold property to DMJ Property Management LLC.
4 Linden Park Dr., $105,000. United Residential Group LLC sold property to Marini Homes LLC. 4 Linden Park Dr., $496,237. Marini Homes LLC sold property to Grant Smith III. 14 Halfmoon Dr., $154,500. Andrea and Kenneth Retell III sold property to Michael and Stephanie Macdonald.
5009 Fairground Ave., $218,299. Paul Laskey, Sr. (Co-Trustee) and Timothy Laskey (Co Trustee) sold property to Mary and Paul Laskey, Sr. 16 Skylark Dr., $270,000. Christine Lindheimer Dinuzzo sold property to Laurie Simmons (as Trustee).
MOREAU
1534 US Rte 9, $500,000. Denooyer Realty Corp sold property to One Thousand Five Hundred Thirty Four Route 9 LLC.
8 River Crest Rd., $328,000. Mitchel Barker sold property to Travis Longenbach.
148 Clamsteam Rd., $235,000. Dane and Kaitlyn O’Neil sold property to Frank Costanzo.
204 Patriot Hill Dr., $85,000. Northeast Green Tech LLC sold property to Cerone Construction LLC.
43A Raylinsky Lane, $253,400. Valerie Franz sold property to Mark and Lynda Travis.
MALTA 3 Meadow Rue Place, $280,000. June and Kristin Schlichting sold property to Zachary Westbrook and Tara Wheeler.
TOWN OF SARATOGA
204 Patriot Hill Dr., $564,500. Cerrone Construction LLC sold property to Michael and Kelsey Altavilla. 254 Burgoyne Rd., $185,000. Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Department of Veterans Affairs sold property to Jarrod John.
SARATOGA SPRINGS 25 Sarazen St., $20,000. Barbara Stamas (by Admin) sold property to AAA O and E Properties LLC.
17 sold property to Gregory and Jacqueline Schnapp.
WILTON
55 Crescent Ave., $279,000. Brandon and Jo Ann Winchell sold property to David Deciantis.
30 Sheffield Rd., $445,000. Andrew and Christina Armstrong sold property to Christopher and Laura Sullivan.
250 Excelsior Ave., $2,400,000. CLC Real Estate Corp sold property to MAG Realty Holdings Excelsior Park LLC.
4 Sheffield Rd., $435,000. Bernard and Marisa Rahman sold property to Gregory Prisco and Jesiah Roche.
174 York Ave., $305,000. Kathleen Leary sold property to Megan Lombard.
284 Dimmnick Rd., $405,000. Brian McKenzie sold property to Blake Dillon.
284 Washington St., $200,000. Helen Scalo sold property to Wilmington REO LLC.
9 Oxford Dr., $307,000. Rhonda Bonacci sold property to Maxwell and Samantha Grey.
STILLWATER 11 County Route 75, $348,000. Ronald and Denise Cooney
3 Conklin Court, $421,890. McPadden Builders LLC sold property to David Zachar.
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Builder’s Corner
Love it, List It and/or Build it ...During a Pandemic? what combination is right for you and how to figure it out
by Lou Galarneau,
President of Galarneau Builders
for Saratoga TODAY
The Current Market Climate and How to Take your Consumer Temperature
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a lasting impact on all of us and as NYS goes onto phase 2 of reopening we are finding ways to adjust to a new normal. This time “on pause” did have some silver linings in that people have re-evaluated their priorities and many have made determinations about what is important and what isn’t. Many no longer want to put their dreams on hold. These are all deeply personal decisions. Building a home versus buying a home has also always been highly individualized. But now people have been cooped up in their houses for the last three months and that is a lot of time to think and look around at all of the things you either love about your house or perhaps things you don’t like. You’re left with multiple combinations of three options: You can do nothing about it, fix what you have by redesigning certain elements or you can walk away from it altogether and buy or build a new home. But chances are you are going to need to do some upgrades to get the price you want for your home either way. Real estate is the best investment you can make in your lifetime regardless of whether building a new home or purchasing an existing home. Interest rates are at an all time low and it is a good time to secure financing for building, buying or upgrading a home. It is also a seller’s market but during a time when there is very low inventory on the market, people find themselves settling for homes that did not meet all of the items on their wish list. But when you build a home you get to create your wish list and you get to decide exactly what stays and goes based on your budget, not what just happens to come with an existing home. Eleanor Linda Photography
Photo provided.
How to Spot an Ideal Builder
To build or not to build, that is the question.
Here are some questions to consider when making a determination: 1. Can I get the financing to build a home? 2. Can I secure property in a location I desire? 3. Can I find an experienced builder with a good reputation who know building codes and can get my plans approved while seeing my project through from inception to completion? 4. Am I in a hurry to move? If so, building may not be ideal for you. 5. Have I contemplated building a new home for more than a few years? If yes, then you are a good candidate. 6. Do I enjoy expressing my unique taste and having things that are different than anyone else’s? Then building will probably be ideal for you.
Once you have made the determination to buy and have been conditionally approved for financing, then you can look for your ideal builder. Typically, an ideal builder would be based in the area you want to build in and would also be able to produce the architectural plans. You also should consider a builder who can locate and secure property for you. Some builders can also assist with securing financing. Therefore, it’s really important to get comprehensive designs that a bank will approve. Only then can a timeline for completion be established. Once you choose your builder, then you can create a design that is a collaboration of your ideas, aesthetic inclinations and wish list combined with the builder’s experience and knowledge. Many builders have affiliations or own their own showrooms where you can sample materials and work directly with a designer. From that timeline you can determine what will be an ideal time to list and sell your current home. An experienced builder and remodeler will also be able to help you make any evaluations about what upgrades to complete on your current home to get the most money without going over market value which you can’t recapture in the sale price. In other words, you don’t want to lose money on the upgrades you do to get more for your home. A cost/benefit analysis should be developed with the guidance of your builder and realtor. Ideally find a builder who has a real estate company as well. The more services that a builder can provide, the easier it is for you to have a smooth and stress-free experience.
Best of luck to you with your research and decision making process!
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4 Chimney residue 5 Colony insect 6 Tic-toe filler 7 Father of Jacob and Esau 8 Words on a volunteer’s badge 9 Highway headache 10 Half a figure eight 11 Late in arriving 12 Substance used for chemical analysis 13 Obtains via coercion, as money 18 Part of APR 22 Knee-deep (in) 24 Bach work 25 Therapeutic plant 26 Prince Siegfried’s beloved, in “Swan Lake” 28 Like pool tables 32 Ave. crossers
33 Swag 34 Suisse capital 35 Newspaper page with views 36 Personalize at the jeweler’s 37 Work site supervisors 38 Bride-to-be 40 Performing in a theater 41 Dieter’s unit 42 Thin 45 Man who “wore a diamond,” in “Copacabana” 47 Abu __ 48 Realm of influence 49 Holmes’ creator 53 Still sleeping 55 “Kapow!” 56 “__ the land of the free ... “ 57 SSW’s opposite
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Accuracy in word choice is a key to effective communication. In your daily writing and speaking, try to make sure you use the right word in the right place with the right spelling. By doing so, its effect will affect your communication in a positive way. This quick weekly tip will help you filter the confusion in some of our daily word choices. This Week: Defective, Deficient Defective means faulty. The scanner’s defective circuit board can easily be replaced. Deficient means lacking completeness or a key ingredient. Tests proved her diet was deficient in calcium and magnesium.
Dave Dowling is the author of The Wrong Word Dictionary and The Dictionary of Worthless Words. Both books are available from many book retailers, and signed copies can be obtained by contacting Dave at dave.dowling65@gmail.com
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Psst. . Some of the Best Things Happen on Wednesdays
Gomez Veggie Ville
WILTON MALL Wednesdays | 3 - 6 p.m. Saturdays | 9 - 1 p.m.
by Himanee Gupta-Carlson for Saratoga TODAY Photos by Pattie Garrett.
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eekends are market days for many farmers. But the Saratoga Farmers’ Market would like to let you in on a secret – there’s a midweek market, as well.
Tucked into a corner of the Wilton Mall parking lot is the Wednesday market, featuring about 15 local farmers and prepared food vendors. From 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., they offer eggs, fresh produce, plants, baked goods, and prepared foods. “It’s our best-kept secret,” says market board president Beth Trattel. “A simple way to pick up the freshest foods in a safe, no-fuss environment.” In years past, the market association promoted its Wednesday market as a family-friendly space to gather for music, children’s games, and food purchases. This year, with COVID-19 restrictions on public gatherings in place, live music and games are on pause. But farmers are still coming. Who’s there and what are they bringing? Here’s a snapshot. As you enter the market from the former Bon Ton parking lot, flowering plants and other seedlings from Burger Farm greet you. Nearby, Shushan Hydro Farm offers hydroponically grown herbs and vegetables. Surrounding Shushan are baked confections from The Chocolate Spoon, casseroles from The Food Florist, and Mediterranean meals to go from Euro Delicacies.
Further into the market are more farmers: Owl Wood Farm and Gomez Veggie Ville with their colorful piles of vegetables; eggs, chicken, and more vegetables at Squashville and Greenjeans farms; mushrooms and lavender at 518 Farms; and apples and cider of both the sweet and hard type from Saratoga Apple. On another end, you’ll find My Dacha Slovenian Café with its meals-to-go offerings. And tucked in between other stalls are Saratoga Garlic with its pickled garlic and aioli offerings, Gifford Farms with produce and baked goods; and Mister Edge’s popular knife sharpening service. More vendors will start attending as the state eases its COVID-19 restrictions. For now, Wednesday remains a great space to get the fresh ingredients for one or two meals, perhaps a prepared meal for Friday, and a few sweet treats. Try carrots dipped in aioli, scrambled eggs with arugula, radishes and lettuce tossed in a salad, and more. The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is 3-6 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays at the Wilton Mall. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and subscribe to our newsletter at www. saratogafarmersmarket.org/weekly-newsletter
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• 518 Farms • Burger’s Market Garden • Euro Delicacies • Gifford Farms • Gómez Veggie Ville • Goode Farm • Green Jeans Market Farm • Left Field • Mister Edge Sharpening • My Dacha Slovenian Café
• Old World Farm • Owl Wood Farm • Saratoga Apple • Saratoga Garlic Company • Scotch Ridge Berry Farm • Squashville Farm • The Chocolate Spoon • The Food Florist • Underwood’s Greenhouse / Shushan Valley Hydro Farm
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‘Opener’ says me!
by John Reardon
Hello my Foodie Friends !
Our family is holding up well during this stressful time. Like many of you, when we received our stay at home instructions we purchased a lot of canned goods. This seemed strange to my daughter who is not used to seeing many food items in cans except maybe Spaghetti O’s. I am of the age of remembering when cans ruled the pantry. When my brothers and I were very young, one of our jobs to help mom was to open the cans with a can opener! To three young boys, a can opener was a technological marvel. We would open a can and beg to open two more so every brother got his turn. We fought each other for the chance to open a can for mom.
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Billy, the youngest, almost ruined it for us as he ended up with a bad cut from the edge of the can. The middle child, Danny, negotiated with mom an age limit on using the can opener. It was to begin at his age and little Billy had to wait another six months. In looking back at my childhood time (historically), we were all hiding under our desks and preparing for Air Raids and worse. Therefore, family households were well stocked on canned goods. There were so many canned options to choose from: green beans, soup, corn, creamed corn, Spaghetti O’s and many more. As I look at the shelves in the supermarket today, I see we are buying a lot of canned goods again. There are many types of can openers. Often times the culinary connoisseur seeks to get the easiest and safest can opener they can for quick and efficient opening. I’m very happy to sell safety edge can openers now as well as the originals. OXO offers a can opener that has an auto safety lid lifter making it possible to open a can and never touch the lid. This smart little device combines a can-do attitude with amazing efficiency. Its super sharp wheel cuts cleanly beneath the lid to open cans without leaving behind any sharp edges. Thanks to OXO’s famous ergonomic design, using the opener is a breeze.
• Efficient can opener quickly removes lids and leaves behind a smooth, safe edge. • Easy-turn side grip and soft, nonslip handles make this tool very comfortable to use. • Stainless-steel cutting wheel doesn’t touch your food, so it stays fresh and clean. • Built-in pliers for no-touch lid removal. By cutting on the side of the can below the edge, the Smooth Edge Can Opener leaves no sharp edges on the can or lid. The sharp, hardened stainless steel cutting wheel stays clean, avoiding contact with can contents, while the lid pliers allow for no-touch lid removal. If you prefer the old fashioned tried and true method, OXO has some to choose from. One of them is the locking can opener: With its modern design and updated features, this OXO can opener is as easy on the eyes as it is in the hand. As you squeeze it closed, the locking mechanism snaps shut on the can, making it simple to open. To release, press the lock open with your thumb. • Sharp stainless-steel cutting wheel. • Designed to lock in place for easy opening without a tight grip. • BPA-free.
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INGREDIENTS • 1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
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• 1 can (8 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup miniature marshmallows
INSTRUCTIONS 1. In a large bowl, combine the oranges, pineapple, marshmallows and coconut. Add sour cream and toss to mix. Cover and refrigerate for several hours. TIP: When making a fruit salad, toss the juice from a small can of pineapple in with your fruit. The juice keeps the fruit from browning, and bits of pineapple in the salad give it a tropical zing. Serve with shredded coconut sprinkled on top for a little extra flavor.
These are some great examples to add to your collection of kitchen gadgets. Remember my Foodie Friends, “Life Happens in the Kitchen” – even for little boys. Somewhere, someplace, someone is using a can opener!!
Take Care, John & Paula
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Rarely Seen NEW TANG EXHIBITION Shakespeare Comedy opens online to be Staged in the Park in Washington County in August
All’s Well That Ends Well, live in the park. Image provided.
CAMBRIDGE — An eightperson cast will perform a onehour version of a rarely seen Shakespeare comedy, with social distancing in mind. The story: The King of France is dying of a mysterious virus with no cure. Enter Helena, a young serving girl, who uses her father’s medicine to create a vaccine, save the King, and, in doing so, win the love of her life. And that’s only the beginning. Written in 1603, this rarely seen Shakespeare comedy is relevant to current times.
The performance will take place outdoors on the Hubbard Hall Great Lawn, located just off Main Street and Washington Street in Cambridge. “All’s Well That Ends Well,” by William Shakespeare, is directed by David Snider. Performances take place 6:30 p.m. Aug. 4-8. Limited to 50 audience members per performance with social distancing enforced. Please wear masks. Bring Your Own Blankets, Chairs and Food. For more information, go to: hubbardhall.org.
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Franklin Williams, A Beautiful Dark Moment, 1973, gift of the Alex Katz Foundation.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College announces the opening of Lover Earth: Art and Ecosexuality, a student-curated online exhibition that encourages viewers to think critically about their bodies and the planet. The exhibition is presented on the Tang website. Organized by Caroline Coxe ’20, Lover Earth draws on the ideas of Elizabeth Stephens and
Annie Sprinkle, collaborative performance artists who coined the term “ecosexuality” to describe an erotic connection to nature. Instead of “Mother Earth,” they opt to use the phrase “Lover Earth” to denote a reciprocal relationship between humans and Earth. Through a selection of paintings, prints, photographs, and moving images, Lover Earth recontextualizes artworks from the Tang collection—many being shown by the Museum for the
first time—to create a diverse ecology that celebrates nature, sexuality, and the ways in which these ideas intersect. Franklin Williams’s A Beautiful Dark Moment, 1973, combines acrylic paint, twine, yarn, and fabric to create abstract shapes and hairy tendrils that conflate human, animal, and plant sexual anatomy. Frank Moore and Jim Self ’s video Beehive, 1985, explores the sexuality of honeybees through dance; Paula Wilson's video Salty & Fresh pays homage to feminine creativity by telling the creation myth of an artwork while alluding to fertility and birth as they symbolically relate to bodies of water. Other artists with work on view in the exhibition are Steven Arnold, Atong Atem, Dorothy Dehner, Naomi Fisher, Flor Garduño, Corita Kent, Ana Mendieta, John O'Reilly, Olivia Parker, Clare Richardson, and Dasha Shishkin. Lover Earth continues the Museum’s tradition of Skidmore College students curating their own exhibitions. Coxe, a studio art major, is the 2019–20 Eleanor Linder Winter ’45 Intern, and the exhibition is the capstone project of her internship. Go to: tang.skidmore.edu.
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BACK TO BUSINESS Saratoga Reopens for Phase 2
The Pink Paddock on Broadway. Photo by SuperSource Media.
Marianne Barker and Maddy Zanetti, Impressions of Saratoga on Broadway. Photo by SuperSource Media.
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Yvette Ruddy, a hairstylist at Remarkable Finish on Broadway holds a digital thermometer. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.
Gov. Cuomo’s NY Pause order went into effect March 22, and the city of Saratoga Springs and the greater Capital District Region were cleared by the state to begin the phase 1 re-opening of the local economy beginning Wednesday, May 20. There are four reopening phases in all, and an up-to 14-day incubation period between phases to ensure that infection rates and hospitalizations are maintained at a manageable level. Phase Three – which includes indoor dining at restaurants, is currently slated for its reopening phase June 17; Phase Four, which focuses on Arts/
Lifestyles of Saratoga owner Heidi Owen West and Margie Rotchford. Photo by SuperSource Media.
Entertainment / Recreation, and Education, including libraries, will potentially hit its reopening mark July 1. On May 28, Cuomo signed an Executive Order authorizing businesses the ability to deny entry to those who do not wear masks or face-coverings. "The store owner has a right to protect themselves (and) the other patrons in that store," he said. A subsequent announcement states summer day camps statewide can open on June 29. A decision on sleep-away camps will be made in the coming weeks. Malls - specifically any indoor common portions of retail
shopping malls with 100,000 or more square feet of retail space available for lease, remain closed. However, stores located within shopping malls, which have their own external entrances open to the public, separate from the general mall entrance may open. Also remaining closed are: large gathering event and concert venues, gyms, fitness centers, Video lottery and casino gaming facilities, movie theaters - except drive-in theaters - and places of public amusement, such as amusement parks, water parks, children’s play centers, bowling alleys, and other locations where groups of people may gather.
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Everybody in the family is ready for an outing and Airway Meadows Golf Club in Gansevoort is teed up to serve them.
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“Our conditions are outstanding this year. There was not too much rain in the spring, the greens look wonderful, and the fairways are really outstanding,” said Joan Heber, Airway Meadows Vice President and Manager. The 18-hole championship course is just 15 minutes from Saratoga Springs in a unique setting that offers views of their black angus beef farm, a plane runway, and quaint covered bridges.
Socail distancing and cart sanitization percautions.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN PLACE To ensure your family has a worry-free day out, special social distancing and cleanliness safety precautions have been put in place this year. The primary focus of these changes has been to limit contact with others and with the course’s shared equipment.
NO CONTACT The club’s tavern is closed, but food and beverages are still being served to-go and most of their regular menu choices are available. Touching the flagstick is not permitted, and there are no ball washers or rakes allowed. The holes were temporarily filled with a raised cup but now have a filler cup so the ball still partially rolls in for a more satisfying experience. “People don’t seem to mind the changes. They’re happy with what we have and they understand why we’re doing it,” said Heber.
Professionals disinfected all Airway Meadows carts with Bioprotect, a biodegradable antimicrobial cleaner that provides 90 days of consistent protection against germs, including the Coronavirus.
tournaments that had been scheduled for June have been cancelled. Some groups have rescheduled for later in the season and some have moved their events to the spring and summer of 2021.
After each use, the carts are also washed and disinfected, ensuring they are sanitized and ready for the next golfers.
When tournaments begin again, shotgun starts will be replaced with consecutive tee times. Players are asked not to arrive more than 15 minutes before their tee time.
NO CLUSTERING While golf is inherently a no-contact sport, Airway Meadows enforces social distancing guidelines further by maintaining a one person per cart rule, informing patrons that groups must be limited to 10 people or less (until national restrictions indicate otherwise), and manning a starter at the first tee to provide information to players and answer any questions.
NO TOURNAMENTS (FOR NOW) While Heber is hopeful that groups of up to 50 people will be permitted by mid-summer, almost all of the
NO WALK-INS Already a rarity, Airway Meadows is no longer allowing walk-ins. Golfers are asked to book tee times online or over the phone. The Pro Shop is open, but times, especially on Saturdays and Sundays, are filling up fast. “You sure want to save a time so you have that spot. It seems like we’re busier this year because there’s not much else kids and parents can do together. We’re seeing higher numbers this year. Plus, playing and walking around here, it’s good exercise,” said Heber. For more information, go to www.airwaymeadowsgolf.com
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The Great Outdoors HEAD TO MOREAU LAKE
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LIMITED DAY USE Moreau Lake State Park is open daily, from 8 a.m. until 9 p.m. Parking has been reduced by 50 percent. On nice weather days, the park may reach capacity quickly, so getting an early start is key to getting in. Cars parked outside the designated areas, on Old Saratoga Road or Mountain Road, will be ticketed. Park capacity closure alerts are posted on the park’s Facebook page @MoreauLakeStatePark. The nature center, playground equipment, and concession stands are closed. The swimming beach is open daily 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. They do ask that you maintain a six-foot distance from one another and to wear a mask when you are unable to maintain social distance. Those not adhering to these guidelines will be asked to leave. Beach-goers are advised to bring their own water and snacks. Lifeguards are on duty and have been given COVID-19 informational training. They now carry additional supplies to be able to disinfect equipment and safely help anyone pulled from the water.
RESERVATION ONLY CAMPING Campsites and cabins at Moreau Lake State Park are now open to people with existing camping reservations. Restrooms are open, but wearing masks and maintaining social distancing in public areas is required. A limited number of new camping reservations are being accepted but are expected to fill quickly. To make a reservation, call 1-800-456CAMP or go to newyorkstateparks.reserveamerica.com. New York State Parks is allowing the transfer of existing camping reservations into the 2021 season and will waive the transfer fee until June 11th when completed online. New reservations are being accepted for the 2021 season, as well. To avoid long telephone wait times, online reservations are encouraged.
FREE FISHING JUNE 27 & 28 There are plenty of places to go freshwater fishing in New York’s 70,000 miles of waterways and more than 7,500 lakes and ponds. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation encourages everyone to have the opportunity to fish with periodic Free Fishing Days and Weekends throughout the year. The next Free Fishing Weekend, when you can fish without a license, will be on June 27th and 28th. Moreau Lake offers access to small, non-motorized boats and its average depth is 32 feet. According to the DEC, this creates a nice refuge for rainbow trout during the hot summer days. The weedier, shallower northern end is good for large-mouth bass fishing.
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