The Saratoga Limited: A Discussion About a Special Train for a Special Time Spirit of Woodstock: VW Light Bus Visits Saratoga

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — “What is the overall message of the bus?” Dr. Bob Hieronimus asked the crowd of a few dozen who had gathered at the Saratoga Automobile Museum Aug. 9 for a meet-and-greet.

“We are one people. On one planet. And we’ve got to get ourselves back to the garden,” he said.

Robert R. Hieronimus, Ph.D. - AKA “Dr. Bob” - artist, author, and radio host, hails from Baltimore where he has painted more than 40 symbolic murals and dozens of painted Artcars.

In the late 1960s he traveled with several rock bands to share information about mysticism, and designed posters and album covers. His doctoral research on American symbolism has been used by the White House, State Department, and Department of the Interior, as well as being turned into popular books, Founding Fathers, Secret Societies and United Symbolism of America.

The “Light” Bus, renowned for its intricate symbolic artwork, holds a special place for music enthusiasts and history buffs as an emblem of the 1960s era, drawing a connection between music, culture, and automobiles.

Dr. Bob was joined by Bob Grimm, as well as the bus itself, for the talk at the auto museum.

Grimm was a member of the band “Light,” which the bus is named after, and made the pilgrimage to Woodstock in the Summer of 1969 where the story of the bus takes place.

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

A discussion of a unique historic train line - The Saratoga Limited – will be held 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17 at the Saratoga Springs History Museum.

See and hear about the Limited’s elegant coaches and parlor cars that were specially designed for the NYCto-Saratoga service. Historian

Richard Chait will discuss the facts on this piece of Saratoga and transportation history. This live program takes place in the parlor of the historic Canfield Casino. Admission is free for History Museum Members, and $10 for non-Members. For tickets and more details go online to saratogahistory.org/events.

Susan Kent Spencer

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Susan Kent Spencer died August 8, 2023. A Celebration of Life event to celebrate both David and Susan Spencer are being planned for Saturday, May 4, 2024. Condolences may be shared at www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

Renata Anna Rosa

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Renata Anna Rosa peacefully passed away on August 7, 2023 at Saratoga Hospital. At the family’s request there will be no calling hours or service at this time. Condolences may be shared at www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

Lizette Marie Orozco Urdaneta

GREENFIELD CENTER — Lizette Marie Orozco Urdaneta now rests in the arms of God. The family invites you to the Mass of Christian Burial at 2 p.m. on Friday, August 11, 2023 at St. Clement’s Church, 231 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Condolences may be shared at www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

Barbara R. (Ferris) Babson

CLIFTON PARK — Barbara

R. (Ferris) Babson died June 20, 2023, at Genesis Nursing Home in Westfield, MA. Visitation will be August 25, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Compassionate Funeral Care. At the family’s request the graveside service will be private. Condolences may be shared at www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

Mary Anne Hollner

WATERVLIET — Mary Anne Hollner died August 5, 2023. Visitation was on August 8 at Compassionate Funeral Care. A service was on Aug 9 at Compassionate Funeral Care followed by a graveside service at Albany Rural Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

James N. Del Vecchio

James Del Vecchio passed away peacefully on July 10 in a Tampa, FL hospital with his wife by his side.

Jim, the son of Dominick and Irene Bulger Del Vecchio, grew up in Saratoga Springs, NY. After college, he worked as a counselor for NYS, a career that spanned 30 years. Jim was the recipient of numerous awards and accolades.

After his retirement, he moved to Florida.

Jim is survived by his wife, Dina, two sisters, June Bock of Broomfield, CO and Bonnie (Fran) Southern of Saratoga Springs and several nieces and nephews.

Nancy Rose Corsale

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Nancy Rose Corsale, 96, passed away August 6, 2023. Calling hours and mass were held 8/10 at Church of St. Peter followed by burial in St. Peter’s Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, 733 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10017. Please visit www. burkefuneralhome.com.

TAMPA, FL — James N. Del Vecchio, 1952-2003

Services will be private and at the convenience of his family.

Upcoming

Senior Trip to the Castles

Old Saratoga Seniors are hosting a trip to the Castles of New York. This will be three days, 2 nights on October 4-6, 2023. The cost will be $469 for members. For more information and to reserve a seat contact Peg Jennings or Pat Temple at 518-338-2329.

Unique Vendors & Artisans

Ballston Area Senior Citizens Annual Bazaar on Saturday, October 7 at the Milton

Community Center, located at 310 Northline Road Ballston Spa. What is your specialty? Pickles & relishes, jams & jellies, or any handmade crafts are appreciated and welcome. Vendors of all kinds will be accepted on first come bases for indoor spaces, until October 2. Indoor spaces-8’W x 7’D are $30 indoor only are (electrical outlets indoor are limited). Outdoor spaces-- 12’W x 10’D are $25.

To receive an Exhibit Contract and Hold Harmless agreement and payment to reserve your space contact Sue Heimburg 518-885-8037 / text message with name and mailing address or e-mail sheim381@aol.com

Burke & Bussing Funeral Homes

Burke & Bussing Funeral Homes

Travel with the Academy for Lifelong Learning (ALL) to an Italian Cooking School

Have you dreamed of living in a seventeenth century palazzo nestled on a hilltop village in the romantic Italian countryside? ALL is sponsoring a gourmet retreat and cooking school Nov. 11-18, 2023. We will tour a historic or culinary attraction each day and begin cooking late afternoons under the guidance of a professional chef before enjoying a four-course dinner with local wines each evening. This small group experience includes all meals and six nights in a beautifully restored historic palazzo. For more details, contact goedventures@gmail.com

Saratoga Police

Kevin Cavanagh, 56, was charged with petit larceny.

Luis Tapara Quispe, 26, of Bedford Heights, Ohio, was charged with DWI, moving from lane unsafely, and no/ insufficient tail lamps.

Cleiton Fragance Da Silva, 26, of Troy, was charged with DWI, and no motor vehicle license.

Joseph Gardner, 24, was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and driving wrong direction.

Nicholas Lochiatto, 38, of Saratoga Springs, was charged with two counts disorderly conduct and one count resisting arrest.

John Patterson, 38, of Galway, was charged with criminal contempt, criminal possession of a controlled substance, and aggravated family offense.

Joseph Sasso, 31, of Stoneham, Massachusetts, was charged with disorderly conduct/ violent behavior.

Tomesh Singh, 34, of Jamaica, N.Y., was charged with DWI, aggravated DWI and moved from lane unsafely.

Shawn Johnson, 41, of Saratoga Springs, was charged with disorderly conduct/obstructing traffic.

Eric Petel, 36, of Charlton, was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation, circumvent interlock, and three vehicle violations.

Shayne Richardson, 30, of Saratoga Springs, was charged with criminal sale of a controlled substance and criminal possession of a controlled substance.

Katie Hayden, 23, of Hadley, was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance.

Bailee Miller, 23, of Castleton, was charged with criminal mischief.

Saratoga County Court

Brendan J. Ryder, 29, of Cohoes, was sentenced to 6 years incarceration, after pleading to making a terroristic threat, charged March 2023 in Clifton Park.

Michael D. Rosebrook, 38, of Saratoga Springs, pleaded to felony criminal contempt, first charged April 2023. Sentencing Sept. 27.

Adam D. Tebest, 43, of Saratoga Springs, was sentenced to 1-1/3 to 4 years’ incarceration, after pleading to possessing a sexual performance by a child.

Ryan W. Suprenant, 35, of Middle Grove, pleaded to possessing a sexual performance by a child, charged April 2022 in Greenfield.

Nicole L. Politsch, 33, of Gloversville, was sentenced to 6 months incarceration and 5 years’ probation after pleading to aggravated DWI with child, charged November 2022 in Malta.

Michael A. Fox, 38, of Troy, was sentenced to 1 year incarceration, after pleading to burglary, charged February 2023 in Malta.

Cole D. Vincent, 54, of Troy, pleaded to felony grand larceny, charged June 2023 in Clifton Park. Sentencing Sept. 18.

Karl Warnow, 61, of Gansevoort, pleaded to course of sexual conduct against a child, charged in Wilton and Saratoga Springs. Sentencing Oct. 26.

Jerry W. Falconio, 58, of Wilton, was sentenced to 5 years’ probation, after pleading to felony criminal nuisance.

James M. Brush, 48, of Malta, was sentenced to 2-4 years’ incarceration, after pleading to felony grand larceny, charged March 2023 in Saratoga Springs.

Donald W. Clark, 36, of Saratoga, was sentenced to 2-4 years’ incarceration, after pleading to felony grand larceny, charged April 2022 in Wilton.

Todd M. Baker, 39, of Barnwell, SC, was sentenced to 26 to 52 months’ incarceration, after pleading to criminal contempt in the first-degree, charged February 2023 in Mechanicville.

Kylie W. Chambers, 36, of Schenectady, pleaded to felony grand larceny, charged July 2022 in Halfmoon. Sentencing Sept. 28.

Dana M. Goosens, 32, of Clifton Park, was sentenced to 18 months’ incarceration and 1 to 2 years’ post-release supervision, after pleading to attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance, charged December 2022 in Saratoga Springs.

Jennifer J. Havalchak, 37, of Clifton Park, was sentenced to 5 years’ probation, after pleading to aggravated DWI with child, charged January 2023 in Halfmoon.

Cody Cook, 30, of Malta, was sentenced to 1-1/3 to 3 years’ incarceration after pleading to attempted burglary in Malta, and 1-1/3 to 3 years’ incarceration after pleading to felony grand larceny in Waterford. Sentences to run concurrently.

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